Events

Knitting Club (Zoom)

Online

Talk patterns and projects, share tips and tricks, and socialize while you slip stitches. New members & out-of-towners always welcome! Meetings are held via Zoom. Email [email protected] to receive a link to join. (Please note: this is not a class!) The Demarest Knitting Club also meets on the first Wednesday of the month in person: bccls.libcal.com/calendar/demarest/KnittingClub26

Adult Crafternoon Pottery Class

Dumont - Auditorium

Join us in making a spoon rest wit fossil imprints! Dumont residents only! Registration required

Wednesday Matinee

Emerson - Meeting Room

Wednesday Matinee @ 1pm Comfortable padded chairs and refreshments are provided for your viewing experience. July 15th - "Solo Mio" Rated PG. 1hr. 37mins. Romance/Comedy A wedding disaster leaves a groom stranded in Rome, heartbroken in the world's happiest city. However, with help from a determined local and a few meddling couples, his ruined honeymoon becomes an adventure that he never expected.

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. htt

Island Magic and Balloon Twisting (Ages 4 to 11)

Englewood - Children's Room

Jason McLean presents a magic show and balloon twisting event for kids ages 4 to 11 on Wednesday, July 15 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.

Voices of America (Ages 2-6 w/Adult)

Fair Lawn - Meeting Room

Voices of America Ages 2-6 w/Adult Wednesday, July 15 from 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm Registration required. Fair Lawn residents only. Children and their caregivers are invited to experience music, history, and fun through a lively performance of guitar, singing, and interactive activities.

Watercolor Class for Teens

Fair Lawn - Level B Room

Come to the library and learn how to paint using watercolors in a fun, relaxed atmosphere! A painting will be demonstrated step-by-step. All supplies will be provided. Registration required. For teens in grades 7-12.

Advanced DND (Gr 4-6)

Fair Lawn - Meeting Room

Dungeons & Dragons Wednesdays from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Beginners : for new players July 8 Advanced: July 15-29 OR August 5-19 Registration required. Fair Lawn residents only. Dive into this role playing adventure game as you roll the dice and make your choices. Since the game builds, please don’t sign up unless you can make all three sessions (register once for all 3 sessions) . Participants M

Kids Theater Class (PreK-Grade 2)

Rezvani Meeting Room

Act out familiar stories during our literature-based theater program. PreK-Grade 2. Registration required. Franklin Lakes residents will receive priority registration.

Adult Craft Pipe Cleaner Cactus

Garfield - Community Room

To Register call 973-478-3800 or stop at the Circulation Desk.

Crystal Suncatcher Craft - Session 1

Glen Rock - Quiet Room 1

Incoming 3rd-5th Graders Make a suncatcher out of fishing line, beads, and crystals. Registration is required, please sign up for only one session. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library

Crystal Suncatcher Craft - Session 2

Glen Rock - Quiet Room 1

Incoming 3rd-5th Graders Make a suncatcher out of fishing line, beads, and crystals. Registration is required, please sign up for only one session. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library

250th Lecture: Out of Rushmore's Shadow

Glen Rock - Main Area

Storyteller Lou Del Bianco portrays his grandfather, Luigi Del Bianco, and talks about his unsung contribution as chief carver on our nation’s greatest memorial, Mount Rushmore. Lou uses authentic photos, timelines and primary source documents to bring Luigi’s story to life. Program underwritten in part by the Glen Rock Chamber of Commerce Grant.

(R) Hackensack Creates...Bedazzled Books

Hackensack - Auditorium

Welcome back to Hackensack Creates-the craft program for adults. We meet on the third Wednesday of the month to put together something fun. Adults age 18+ only please. This month we will be bedazzling our books! This program is B.Y.O.B. (bring your own book). To register, fill out the form below. Registration closes on July 11, 2026. Questions? Email [email protected]

Braille Storytime

Hasbrouck Heights - Large Meeting Room

Come listen to a story from Braille, a system of raised dots read with fingers. There will also be a chance to feel the books, learn about a seeing-eye dog, and ask questions!

Camp Visit

Haworth - Community/Meeting Room

Cookbook Club: TBD

Haworth - Community/Meeting Room

Learn to Play Mahjongg for Adults 5-week series

Hillsdale - Meeting Room

learn to play Mahjongg with a certified Mahjongg instructor! Valid Hillsdale Cardholders will receive priority. You must attend all 5 sessions. Please bring the 2026 card with you to class. If you do not have a card, please visit this website to obtain one National Mah Jongg League : The Store

Neighborhood Book Club

Ho-Ho-Kus - Off-Site

A book club for adults who live or work in Ho-Ho-Kus. To join: bit.ly/Joinbookclub We typically meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Ho-Ho-Kus Inn. Members are encouraged to enjoy beverages/food during our meeting. The Lotus Shoes by Jane Yang July: Raising Hare: A Memoir by Chloe Dalton August: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters

Jurassic Geodes with Garden Arts

Lodi - J/YA Area

Look at real geodes then create your own with Garden Arts. For K-5. Registration required.