Things To Do in Englewood, NJ

29th Manhattan Short Film Festival

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival: You Be the Judge! Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screening here. You'll join film lovers simultaneously in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist from Ten Countries in this year's event. With past finalists garnering Oscar nominations and sh

Recipe of Resilience (Ages 5 to 9)

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

A special Hispanic Heritage Month program with author and fashion designer Tina Trevino for children ages 5 to 9 will take place on Wednesday, September 30 at 4:00 PM. Please fill out a separate registration form for each child. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes after start time.

French Conversation (Zoom)

Englewood - Online

Parlez-vous Français? If you would like to practice French, come join us via Zoom Wednesdays at 7pm. To register, please email [email protected]

29th Manhattan Short Film Festival

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival: You Be the Judge! Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screening here. You'll join film lovers simultaneously in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist from Ten Countries in this year's event. With past finalists garnering Oscar nominations and sh

Scavenger Hunt All Month (Children's Room)

Englewood - Children's Room

Kids of all ages are invited to participate in scavenger hunts around the Children’s room. For the month of October the theme is Autumn! Kids can pick up their “I Spy” checklists from the Children’s desk. Drop in, no registration.

Drop-In Play Group (Ages 0 to 2)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Program for caregivers and their children ages 0 to 2 will take place on Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 17 to November 19 . Caregivers may socialize with other families while children play with toys and books. Drop in, no registration.

Hispanic Heritage Month Film Series: In the Heights

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

In Washington Heights, a sympathetic New York bodega owner saves every penny every day as he imagines and sings about a better life. October 8--Tortilla Soup October 15--West Side Story (2021)

Storytime (Ages 0 to 5)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Separate registration is required for each week of storytime and begins on Mondays at 10 AM. This registration is only for Friday, October 2 at 10 AM. Please fill out one registration form per child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes af

Coffee with Mayor Michael Wildes

Englewood - Online

Via Zoom & Facebook Live https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ 87090638973?pwd= U0NRNGs5SWR0UjhKU3QvaDdNOWl2Zz 09 Meeting ID: 870 9063 8973 Passcode: 549999

Gaming Club (Ages 7 to 11)

Englewood - Children's Room

Children ages 7 to 11 years are invited to play games with us on Fridays at 3:30 PM: September 18 to November 20. We will have board and card games, plus a Nintendo Switch 2 console for video gaming. One time registration is recommended.

Guitarist Francisco Roldan

Englewood - Main Floor

Guitarist Francisco Roldan will present an all-Latin program on Saturday, October 3 at 7 p.m. the library's main floor. The concert has tango, joropo, milonga, vals and other Latin American forms that are very varied. The program is a journey through the Americas via guitar with music from Argentina, Cuba, Colombia, The Dominican Republic, Paraguay, Puerto Rico and Venezuela. This concert is spons

French Practice Conversation Group

Englewood - Online

Via Zoom E-mail [email protected] for Zoom log-in info.

29th Manhattan Short Film Festival

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival: You Be the Judge! Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screening here. You'll join film lovers simultaneously in over 500 venues across the globe gathering to see the Ten Finalist from Ten Countries in this year's event. With past finalists garnering Oscar nominations and sh

Wiggle & Giggle (Ages 0 to 5)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Wiggle and Giggle with Miss Bee of Explorer's Playgroup for children ages 0 to 5 will take place on Monday, October 5 at 10 AM. Please fill out a separate registration form for each child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes after start t

"Politics is a Mother: Raising Hell Is Part of the Job" Screening and Discussion

Englewood - MacKay Room

The Englewood Public Library is honored to welcome the trailblazing advocate and politician, Loretta Weinberg, as we screen the documentary "Politics is a Mother: Raising Hell Is Part of the Job” with Director Francine Weinberg Graff. The film will be shown on Monday, October 5 at 7 p.m. in the Mackay Room. Due to the popularity of the film and its subject, you MUST register below (no walk-i

Documentary Screening with Senators Loretta Weinberg and Gordon Johnson

Englewood - MacKay Room

The Englewood Public Library is honored to welcome the trailblazing advocate and politician, Loretta Weinberg, as we screen the documentary "Politics is a Mother: Raising Hell Is Part of the Job” with Director Francine Weinberg Graff. The film will be shown on Monday, October 5 at 7 p.m. in the Mackay Room. Assistant Majority Leader of the NJ Senate Gordon Johnson will join Weinberg for a di

Dick Clark's American Bandstand--The Philadelphia Years

Englewood - Online

Historian Richard Feingold presents "Dick Clark's American Bandstand-Philadelphia-1957-1964" on Tuesday, October 6 at 7 p.m. on Zoom. You MUST register to receive the Zoom link. The link will be sent two hours before the program. American Bandstand originated in 1957 as a five-day-a-week afternoon television show. It featured teenagers dancing to Top 40 records introduced by Dick Clark. Students w

Knit and Crochet with Tina

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

Knit and Crochet with Tina taught by Tina Munson Learn to knit and crochet--or practice your skills--in this introductory class. Please bring a skein of medium weight (#4) yarn, a pair of # 9 knitting needles, and a size J-10 crochet hook. We will teach two basic stitches, the knit stitch and the single crochet. All levels are welcome. Begin your adventure in knitting and crocheting with us! If yo

Toddler Art (Ages 2 to 4)

Englewood - Children's Room

Toddler Art for ages 2 to 4 years will take place on Wednesday, October 7 at 10 AM. Registration is limited to THREE sessions . Practice school readiness skills with Ms. Susan. Please fill out one registration form per child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program i

Craft Specials (Ages 5 to 9)

Englewood - Children's Room

Craft Specials: Autumn Whirligigs for ages 5 to 9 will take place on Wednesday, October 7 at 4:00 PM . Please fill out one registration form per child. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes after start time.

French Conversation (Zoom)

Englewood - Online

Parlez-vous Français? If you would like to practice French, come join us via Zoom Wednesdays at 7pm. To register, please email [email protected]

The 5 Elements of a Successful Common App Essay

Englewood - Online

Writing Coach and MSU Professor Maxwell Klausner presents " The 5 Elements of a Successful Common App Essay" on Wednesday, October 7 at 7 p.m. on Zoom. You must register to receive the Zoom link. The link will be sent out 1 hour before the program. This presentation aims to clarify one of the most elusive parts of the college application process: the personal essay. As a writing coach, Professor K

Drop-In Play Group (Ages 0 to 2)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Program for caregivers and their children ages 0 to 2 will take place on Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 17 to November 19 . Caregivers may socialize with other families while children play with toys and books. Drop in, no registration.

Hispanic Heritage Month Film Series: Tortilla Soup

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

October 1--In the Heights October 8--Tortilla Soup October 15--West Side Story (2021)

Storytime (Ages 0 to 5)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Separate registration is required for each week of storytime and begins on Mondays at 10 AM. This registration is only for Friday, October 9 at 10 AM. Please fill out one registration form per child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes af

Coffee with Mayor Michael Wildes

Englewood - Online

Via Zoom & Facebook Live https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ 87090638973?pwd= U0NRNGs5SWR0UjhKU3QvaDdNOWl2Zz 09 Meeting ID: 870 9063 8973 Passcode: 549999

Gaming Club (Ages 7 to 11)

Englewood - Children's Room

Children ages 7 to 11 years are invited to play games with us on Fridays at 3:30 PM: September 18 to November 20. We will have board and card games, plus a Nintendo Switch 2 console for video gaming. One time registration is recommended.

French Practice Conversation Group

Englewood - Online

Via Zoom E-mail [email protected] for Zoom log-in info.

Pianist Carolyn Enger: American Ethos

Englewood - Main Floor

Internationally acclaimed pianist Carolyn Enger returns to the Englewood Public Library with a presentation of songs from her latest album "American Ethos." In celebration of America's 250th birthday, American Ethos introduces the audience to composers of a variety of backgrounds reminding us of the unique spirit of America and the different cultures that make up our nation. Ms. Enger’s prog

The Caregiver's Essential Toolkit: 5 Steps to Get Organized

Englewood - Online

Caregiver Nancy Oh from Bonya Cares will present a caregiver's workshop on Tuesday, October 13 at 7 p.m. on Zoom. You MUST register in order to receive the Zoom link. The link will be sent out ONE hour before the program starts. This program is a practical virtual workshop to help caregivers organize essential medical, insurance, and logistical information. Participants will learn the five key cat

Toddler Art (Ages 2 to 4)

Englewood - Children's Room

Toddler Art for ages 2 to 4 years will take place on Wednesday, October 14 at 10 AM. Registration is limited to THREE sessions . Practice school readiness skills with Ms. Susan. Please fill out one registration form per child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program

Women & Money Roundtable Series, How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets on Zoom

Englewood - Online

The Women & Money Roundtable Series is a way to empower and educate women of any age on financial matters that affect their lives. Englewood patrons are invited to participate in the roundtables on a monthly basis.There will be different topics each month, along with a basic background of money matters. You MUST register through the link provided below. It is the only way to receive the link. http

French Conversation (Zoom)

Englewood - Online

Parlez-vous Français? If you would like to practice French, come join us via Zoom Wednesdays at 7pm. To register, please email [email protected]

Author Michael K. Gray -- "Never Broken: My Battle for Life and Purpose" Reading and Book Signing

Englewood - MacKay Room

Global strategist, author, musician, executive coach and public leader Michael Gray will read from, and discuss his latest book, “Never Broken: My Battle for Life and Purpose.” A book signing with follow the program. Never Broken chronicles his journey of survival, resilience, and growth, while offering lessons and encouragement to others. The book will sell for $25, for those seeking

Drop-In Play Group (Ages 0 to 2)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Program for caregivers and their children ages 0 to 2 will take place on Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 17 to November 19 . Caregivers may socialize with other families while children play with toys and books. Drop in, no registration.

Hispanic Heritage Month Film Series: West Side Story (2021)

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

Love at first sight strikes when young Tony spots Maria at a high school dance in 1957 New York City. Their burgeoning romance helps to fuel the fire between the warring Jets and Sharks -- two rival gangs vying for control of the streets.

Great Science Spooktacular (Ages 5 to 11)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Conrad Colon presents as a haunted house filled with spooky S.T.E.M. fun for children ages 5 to 11 on Thursday, October 15 at 4:00 PM. Please fill out a separate registration form for each child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes after

Writers Workshop

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

Writers will get together to read their work and encourage each other. The meetings will be held in Room 2.

Book Sale--The Friends of the Englewood Library

Englewood - Lower Back Parking Lot

The book sale will take place next door at the Renaissance Building, side entrance.

Coffee with Mayor Michael Wildes

Englewood - Online

Via Zoom & Facebook Live https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ 87090638973?pwd= U0NRNGs5SWR0UjhKU3QvaDdNOWl2Zz 09 Meeting ID: 870 9063 8973 Passcode: 549999

Gaming Club (Ages 7 to 11)

Englewood - Children's Room

Children ages 7 to 11 years are invited to play games with us on Fridays at 3:30 PM: September 18 to November 20. We will have board and card games, plus a Nintendo Switch 2 console for video gaming. One time registration is recommended.

Book Sale--The Friends of the Englewood Library

Englewood - Lower Back Parking Lot

The book sale will take place next door at the Renaissance Building, side entrance.

Book Sale--The Friends of the Englewood Library

Englewood - Lower Back Parking Lot

The book sale will take place next door at the Renaissance Building, side entrance. 10-6 Fri, Sat, and Sun Friday $2 Saturday $2 --Specials only 1/2 price Sunday $10 Bag Sale (except Specials which are priced accordingly ...no Specials Sunday...no discounts) Cash or check or credit cards accepted. Over 50,000 books Sorted into categories Adults, young adults, and children Specials Gigantic selecti

French Practice Conversation Group

Englewood - Online

Via Zoom E-mail [email protected] for Zoom log-in info.

Graphic Novel Book Club (Ages 8 to 11)

Englewood - Children's Room

Kids ages 8 to 11 years may join our graphic novel book club that meets on Monday, October 19 at 4:00 PM . Visit the Children’s Room to pick up your copy of the book Witches of Brooklyn by Sophie Escabasse and read before the program . Please fill out one registration form per child. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend. Attendees will be admitted to the program only if arri

Library Board Meeting

Englewood - Administration Offices

Knit and Crochet with Tina

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

Knit and Crochet with Tina taught by Tina Munson Learn to knit and crochet--or practice your skills--in this introductory class. Please bring a skein of medium weight (#4) yarn, a pair of # 9 knitting needles, and a size J-10 crochet hook. We will teach two basic stitches, the knit stitch and the single crochet. All levels are welcome. Begin your adventure in knitting and crocheting with us! If yo

Toddler Art (Ages 2 to 4)

Englewood - Children's Room

Toddler Art for ages 2 to 4 years will take place on Wednesday, October 21 at 10 AM. Registration is limited to THREE sessions . Practice school readiness skills with Ms. Susan. Please fill out one registration form per child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program

Craft Specials (Ages 5 to 9)

Englewood - Children's Room

Craft Specials: Halloween Luminary for ages 5 to 9 will take place on Wednesday, October 21 at 4:00 PM . Please fill out one registration form per child. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes after start time.

"Internet Genealogy: Using the Internet to Find Records, Family Information and Known and Unknown Relatives"

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

Steven Gabai of the Genealogical Society of Bergen County presents "Internet Genealogy: Using the Internet to Find Records, Family Information and Known and Unknown Relatives" on Wednesday, October 21 at 6:30 p.m. (NOT 7) in the library's Room 2. Gabai will begin with a slide show explaining the records that are important to your family history research. He will then go onto the Internet and show

French Conversation (Zoom)

Englewood - Online

Parlez-vous Français? If you would like to practice French, come join us via Zoom Wednesdays at 7pm. To register, please email [email protected]

Successfully Navigating College Admissions This Fall

Englewood - Online

Note: Registration is required with the link at the end of this post, not directly through the library. Program Description: We are offering this Zoom presentation to help families of high school juniors, sophomores and freshmen better understand the college admissions process and how to successfully navigate the changing landscape. We will discuss current college admissions trends, admissions str

Drop-In Play Group (Ages 0 to 2)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Program for caregivers and their children ages 0 to 2 will take place on Thursdays from 10 to 11 AM, September 17 to November 19 . Caregivers may socialize with other families while children play with toys and books. Drop in, no registration.

Storytime (Ages 0 to 5)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Separate registration is required for each week of storytime and begins on Mondays at 10 AM. This registration is only for Friday, October 23 at 10 AM. Please fill out one registration form per child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes a

Coffee with Mayor Michael Wildes

Englewood - Online

Via Zoom & Facebook Live https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ 87090638973?pwd= U0NRNGs5SWR0UjhKU3QvaDdNOWl2Zz 09 Meeting ID: 870 9063 8973 Passcode: 549999

Gaming Club (Ages 7 to 11)

Englewood - Children's Room

Children ages 7 to 11 years are invited to play games with us on Fridays at 3:30 PM: September 18 to November 20. We will have board and card games, plus a Nintendo Switch 2 console for video gaming. One time registration is recommended.

Concert-Bergen Ukulele Group (B.U.G.)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Join us for a joyous time with the Bergen Ukulele Group (B.U.G.) on Saturday, October 24 at 2 p.m. in the Mackay Room. Their songs tend to be a friendly combination of songs from the 70s, 80s, 90s and a few more current ones. Listen to the music of The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater, John Denver, John Prine, Donovan, Billy Joel, Melanie, Beach Boys, Bob Marley, Elvis, Neil Diamond, The Carpenters,

French Practice Conversation Group

Englewood - Online

Via Zoom E-mail [email protected] for Zoom log-in info.

Wiggle & Giggle (Ages 0 to 5)

Englewood - MacKay Room

Wiggle and Giggle with Miss Bee of Explorer's Playgroup for children ages 0 to 5 will take place on Monday, October 26 at 10 AM. Please fill out a separate registration form for each child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes after start

Author Susan Rosenbluth: "Blurred Vision"

Englewood - MacKay Room

Award-winning journalist Susan Rosenbluth will read from her new book, "Blurred Vision," on Monday, October 26 in the library Mackay Room. There will be a book signing afterwards. Set along the Jersey shore in 1987, the novel deals with the havoc wreaked by one such group when a young woman, the daughter of Holocaust survivors, is lured into joining. The ramifications pit an African American polic

Haunted Bergen County Pt 2

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

In celebration of Halloween, local historian Alan Bernstein will present a slide-lecture titled "Haunted Bergen County, Pt 2" on Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 pm. in Room 2. Join Alan Bernstein this Halloween season, as he looks at more possibly haunted sites in Bergen, Passaic and Rockland counties. Alan will return to places you may have heard about, but many that will be new and hopefully chillin

Toddler Art (Ages 2 to 4)

Englewood - Children's Room

Toddler Art for ages 2 to 4 years will take place on Wednesday, October 28 at 10 AM. Registration is limited to THREE sessions . Practice school readiness skills with Ms. Susan. Please fill out one registration form per child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program

"The Twilight Swim" Reading and Book Signing with Author Jan Balakian

Englewood - MacKay Room

Author Jan Balakian joins us on Wednesday, October 28 at 7 p.m. in the Mackay Room to read from her debut novella, "The Twilight Saga." "The Twilight Swim" centers on an aunt and her niece, from Tenafly, New Jersey, who end up swimming across the Hudson River from Fort Lee to Manhattan. During their journey, they end up encountering some intriguing mythical characters who teach them life lessons.

French Conversation (Zoom)

Englewood - Online

Parlez-vous Français? If you would like to practice French, come join us via Zoom Wednesdays at 7pm. To register, please email [email protected]