12 Glen Ridge Public Library · 5.1 mi · Glen Ridge
All ages Games & play
This drop-in play group encourages socialization among children up to 4 years old. The library will provide age appropriate toys and books to play with while here.
13 Wayne Public Library · 6 mi · Wayne
Ages 5–12 Family fun
Calling all young artists! In celebration of Children's Book Week, November 9 - 15 we're having a Design a Bookmark Contest!
17 Jersey City Free Public Library · 11.4 mi · Jersey City
All ages Arts & crafts
20 Nutley Free Public Library · 3.2 mi · Nutley
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Tuesdays from September 15 to December 8 at 9:30 AM Babies and caregivers enjoy books, rhymes, songs and bounces in our weekly story time for children ages 23 months and under.
14 Ridgewood Public Library · 8.4 mi · Ridgewood
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for Toddler Time Storytime sessions!
13 Wayne Public Library · 6 mi · Wayne
Ages 0–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for Fall Itsy Bitsy fun! Fun for you and your baby with songs, rhymes, shakers and stories.
38 Johnson Public Library (Hackensack) · 6.1 mi · Hackensack
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Enjoy a VIP tour of the library. Learn about the fascinating history of JPL. Tours are in English or Spanish. Registration is suggested but not required. All are welcome.
38 Johnson Public Library (Hackensack) · 6.1 mi · Hackensack
Ages 2–5 Music & shows
Tuesdays at 10am for ages 2-5 Sing and dance at our music and movement time for toddlers! This program will take place in the auditorium. Registration is not required. Questions?
29 Paramus Public Library · 6.5 mi · Paramus
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Paramus residents only. Register for the entire session beginning October 2. Teeny Time Tuesdays October 13-November 17 10:00-10:30am 1½ -2 ½ with parent/caregiver…
17 Jersey City Free Public Library · 11.4 mi · Jersey City
All ages Family fun
26 Riverfront Library · 14.2 mi · Yonkers
All ages Family fun
Anthem Health Information Table
27 Summit Free Public Library · 15 mi · Summit
Ages 2–6 Storytime Sign-up needed
Age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays, and a craft for preschoolers Registration is required as space is limited Please note.
18 Westfield Memorial Library · 17.5 mi · Westfield
Ages 2–12 Arts & crafts
Join us in the morning at 10:00 for a simple drop-in craft. Geared towards ages 2 and up. Supplies are limited to the first 30 children who come.
19 Irvington Public Library · 19 mi · Irvington
Ages 5–12 Music & shows Sign-up needed
Due to the popularity of this class, REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 18 CHILDREN. NO WALK-INS WILL BE PERMITTED. Enjoy songs, dancing, parachute time and bubbles with Lori Cohen!
64 Eastchester Public Library · 19 mi · Eastchester
Ages 1–3 Games & play
We’ll bring out some assorted toys (blocks, duplos, trains, etc) and your child can play to their heart’s content!
22 Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library (Fair Lawn) · 5.1 mi · Fair Lawn
Ages 2–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Book Buddies Ages 2 & 3* with an adult partner 30 minutes of simple stories, songs, and fingerplays *3 year old's choose which program based on maturity. One program per child.
8 Livingston Public Library · 10.3 mi · Livingston
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Parents, caregivers, and children ages 1-2 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day. This program is repeated at 11am as a ticketed event.
73 Lyndhurst Public Library · 3.9 mi · Lyndhurst
Ages 0–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
For Ages Infant - 3 years old. Join us for some fun stories, music, and movement.
21 Montclair Public Library · 5 mi · Montclair
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session.
29 Paramus Public Library · 6.5 mi · Paramus
All ages Storytime
Storytimes Must be a Paramus Resident Little Bookworms 6 months to 2 ½ years old Tuesdays October 13 - November 17 10:30 – 11:00am Registration for the entire session…
65 Ridgefield Park Public Library · 6.9 mi · Ridgefield Park
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Have some free-play fun, complete with toys and new friends! For children aged 0-5. Registration is required. Please Note: Cedar Street has street cleaning on Tuesday morning.
23 Teaneck Public Library · 7.8 mi · Teaneck
Ages 1–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for a fun and interactive storytime designed especially for babies and toddlers up to age 3 and their caregivers.
14 Ridgewood Public Library · 8.4 mi · Ridgewood
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for Toddler Time Storytime sessions!
24 Leonia Public Library · 8.6 mi · Leonia
All ages Storytime
Stories, songs, toys, and a craft! Best for ages 6 months to 4 years. Salzig Meeting Room. Tuesdays at 10:30 am No registration required. Questions?
63 Bergenfield Public Library · 9 mi · Bergenfield
Ages 1–4 Family fun Sign-up needed
Sing and dance and get all of your jiggles and wiggles out. For Ages 1 - 4. Registration is required on our online calendar; please register for ALL the sessions you'll be…
31 Hoboken Public Library Grand Street Branch · 10.6 mi · Hoboken
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Rise & Read engages toddlers and their caregivers in a story time followed by a craft!
33 Maplewood Memorial Library · 11.3 mi · Maplewood
Ages 1–3 Storytime
For ages 1-3, with a participating adult. Early literacy fun with stories, songs, movement and rhymes. This program is designed for toddlers and young preschool children.
15 Pearl River Public Library · 15.2 mi · Pearl River
Ages 0–2 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Bring your little ones to the library to create art, listen to stories, and play!
11 Grinton I. Will Library · 16 mi · Yonkers
Ages 0–5 Storytime
In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.
34 Dobbs Ferry Public Library · 17.8 mi · Dobbs Ferry
Ages 0–2 Storytime
0 to 36 months. Learn songs, fingerplays, & more for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 36 months. Plus, connect with other caregivers just like you!
70 Finkelstein Memorial Library · 17.9 mi · Spring Valley
Ages 1–5 Storytime
Toddlers, preschoolers, and their grown-ups can join us for fun: stories, fingerplays, music, and movement with scarves, instruments, and more!
64 Eastchester Public Library · 19 mi · Eastchester
Ages 5–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for a fun Mother Goose Story Time where we will read favorite children's books, and sing and dance to nursery rhymes and tunes!
74 Bowne Park · 19.2 mi · Queens
All ages Arts & crafts
Tiny Tots is an energetic learning experience fit for children ages 18 months to 3 years old.
25 Huguenot Children's Library · 19.5 mi · New Rochelle
All ages Music & shows
For children ages 2 yrs. through 4 yrs. Come have fun as you explore rhythms, melodies, and instruments!
20 Nutley Free Public Library · 3.2 mi · Nutley
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Tuesdays from September 15 to December 8 at 10:45 AM Babies and caregivers enjoy books, rhymes, songs and bounces in our weekly story time for children ages 23 months and under.
19 Irvington Public Library · 19 mi · Irvington
Ages 5–12 Music & shows Sign-up needed
Due to the popularity of this class, REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 18 CHILDREN. NO WALK-INS WILL BE PERMITTED. Enjoy songs, dancing, parachute time and bubbles with Lori Cohen!
13 Wayne Public Library · 6 mi · Wayne
Ages 1–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
This story time session is for children who have outgrown Itsy Bitsy but are not yet ready for the 3 & up class.
68 West Orange Public Library · 7.5 mi · West Orange
Ages 0–2 Storytime
A story time filled with rhymes, music and movement, early language development for caregivers & children ages 0-2.
75 Ridgefield Public Library · 8.1 mi · Ridgefield
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join Ms. Laurel for stories, songs, and play for children 0-18 months and their caregivers NOTE: If you are registering more than one child you must add them as a guest as the…
8 Livingston Public Library · 10.3 mi · Livingston
Ages 1–3 Storytime
Parents, caregivers, and children ages 1-2 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day. To prepare for Storytime:Bring your child to the library.
5 Tenafly Public Library · 11.2 mi · Tenafly
Ages 2–3 Storytime
No registration. Fall session runs Tuesday, September 22 through November 17, 2026. Guest Reader for Di-NOVEMBER!
7 Bayonne Public Library · 13.5 mi · Bayonne
Ages 2–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
The Parent/Toddler program is on Tuesdays from 11 to 11:30 am. It is for children ages 2-3 years. Each week features themed stories and songs.
26 Riverfront Library · 14.2 mi · Yonkers
All ages Storytime
Come hear stories old and new! Let your imagination carry you away to distant times and places!
21 Montclair Public Library · 5 mi · Montclair
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session.
4 Sai Rao Public Library of North Bergen · 8.8 mi · North Bergen
Ages 0–8 Storytime Sign-up needed
Come join us on Tuesdays from 11:15am - 12:15pm. The program begins September 14th and ends November 17th. Our Bilingual Storytime will be held at the Main Library.
3 New Rochelle Public Library · 19.9 mi · New Rochelle
All ages Arts & crafts
Tuesdays, November 10 - December 8; for ages 2 yrs. to 5 yrs. Art & Craft projects for tiny hands! All programs are first come, first served due to limited space &/or supplies.
26 Riverfront Library · 14.2 mi · Yonkers
All ages Family fun
Fidelis Outreach Table
74 Bowne Park · 19.2 mi · Queens
All ages Arts & crafts
Tiny Tots is an energetic learning experience fit for children ages 18 months to 3 years old.
9 Millburn Free Public Library · 12.4 mi · Millburn
Ages 4–5 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
*** Fall series runs Oct. 6 - Dec. 1. There is no class Nov. 3.*** In-person event held at the library for children ages 4 to 6 with a caregiver.
22 Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library (Fair Lawn) · 5.1 mi · Fair Lawn
Ages 0–2 Storytime Sign-up needed
Baby Time Under 2 with an adult partner 15 minutes of circle story time, 30 minutes of open play One program per child. Fair Lawn Residents Only. Registration Required.
17 Jersey City Free Public Library · 11.4 mi · Jersey City
All ages Family fun
64 Eastchester Public Library · 19 mi · Eastchester
Ages 5–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
We will enjoy reading great picture books together while engaging "dialogic reading" skills.
37 Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center · 17.6 mi · Queens
Ages 6–12 Games & play
Join us after school for fun games and active play. In this program youth ages 6 - 12 will have the opportunity to play various sports, compete against other kids while playing…
27 Summit Free Public Library · 15 mi · Summit
Ages 11–12 Family fun
CATSS: After School Program (Grades 6-8) Mondays-Friday Looking for something to do after school? Join CATSS after school for learning, and new experiences!
3 New Rochelle Public Library · 19.9 mi · New Rochelle
Ages 11–12 Games & play
For tweens and teens in grades 6 - 12! Stop by the Teen Room and play with Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X! Bring a friend!
3 New Rochelle Public Library · 19.9 mi · New Rochelle
Ages 11–12 Games & play
Help assemble a large Jigsaw Puzzle together with everyone! For teens and tweens in 6th - 12th grade.
3 New Rochelle Public Library · 19.9 mi · New Rochelle
Ages 11–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
For Tweens and Teens entering grades 6-12. Stop by and play on our Oculus Quest 3! No registration required.
12 Glen Ridge Public Library · 5.1 mi · Glen Ridge
Ages 8–11 Family fun Sign-up needed
Join this once a month book club for fun reading and engaging activities. A snack will be provided. Please let us know if your child has any allergies.
26 Riverfront Library · 14.2 mi · Yonkers
Ages 5–12 Games & play
Become a Pokémon trainer during our monthly Battle Club! We'll be learning the basics of battling using the Pokémon Champions app. Space is limited - first come, first served.
13 Wayne Public Library · 6 mi · Wayne
Ages 5–12 Family fun
Kids Helping Kids (KHK) is a free tutoring program run by the Wayne Valley Chapter of the National Honor Society. KHK provides homework and studying help in all subjects.
29 Paramus Public Library · 6.5 mi · Paramus
Ages 5–6 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Mini Apple Pie November 10, 11, OR 12 Tuesday. Wednesday, OR Thursday 3:30 – 4:30pm Pre-K - Grade 8 Register beginning Monday, November 2.
32 Newark Public Library Weequahic Branch · 11 mi · Newark
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
Playing chess can improve cognitive skills like memory, planning, and problem-solving. It may also help reduce symptoms of certain brain conditions.
52 Tuckahoe Public Library · 18.1 mi · Tuckahoe
Ages 5–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Using string and beads, we can have a mindful time of bracelet making. First, cut a piece of string for your wrist size. Then, choose a couple of beads to start your bracelet.
76 Rutherford Public Library · 3.5 mi · Rutherford
Ages 5–6 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Join us to make a woodland creature out of clay! This is the first of a four week series.
22 Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library (Fair Lawn) · 5.1 mi · Fair Lawn
Ages 3–6 Storytime Sign-up needed
Story Explorers Ages 3*-6 for independent listeners 30 minutes of advanced stories, rhymes & fingerplays. *3 year old's choose which program based on maturity.
13 Wayne Public Library · 6 mi · Wayne
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Stop by Shai Shacknai Memorial Park afterschool on Wednesdays for stories & songs with Miss Bernadette! Shai Shacknai Park is located at 55 Greenrale Avenue in Wayne.
65 Ridgefield Park Public Library · 6.9 mi · Ridgefield Park
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for a bi-weekly afterschool programs , perfect for 3 & 4 year old RP preschool children!
23 Teaneck Public Library · 7.8 mi · Teaneck
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Celebrate the season by turning nature's treasures into art! Throughout this series, children will explore a variety of hands-on projects using natural and recycled materials to…
10 Newark Public Library · 8.3 mi · Newark
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Youth Art Classes with Project Art Ages 4-18 Registration REQUIRED Space is limited! Classes start September 29th through May 27th!
14 Ridgewood Public Library · 8.4 mi · Ridgewood
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Conduct a science experiment with Bella!
35 Newark Public Library Vailsburg Branch · 9.1 mi · Newark
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
9 Millburn Free Public Library · 12.4 mi · Millburn
Ages 8–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Diamond painting is another form of "paint by numbers" that lets kids create a sparkling design and helps develop skills like focus and fine motor coordination.
27 Summit Free Public Library · 15 mi · Summit
Ages 1–6 Storytime Sign-up needed
Age-appropriate stories, songs, finger plays, and a craft for preschoolers Registration is required as space is limited. Please note.
11 Grinton I. Will Library · 16 mi · Yonkers
Ages 5–10 Storytime Sign-up needed
Children can read to Cooper the Therapy Dog in person. Recommended for ages 5 to 10.
19 Irvington Public Library · 19 mi · Irvington
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Ages 4 & up Be a pirate for the afternoon! Dress like a pirate and enjoy some pirate stories and a pirate craft. Arghhhh, ahoy mateys!
13 Wayne Public Library · 6 mi · Wayne
All ages Family fun
An opportunity to pause, reflect, and prioritize your well-being during the busy holiday season.
4 Sai Rao Public Library of North Bergen · 8.8 mi · North Bergen
Ages 4–8 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Join your fellow peers and make a craft on Tuesdays from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM at the Main Library. Program is open to children ages 4-8. Must be a Hudson County resident.
25 Huguenot Children's Library · 19.5 mi · New Rochelle
Ages 5–12 Science & STEM
Tuesdays, Sep. 29; Oct. 20; Nov. 10; & Dec. 1; for children ages 5 through 12 yrs.
3 New Rochelle Public Library · 19.9 mi · New Rochelle
Ages 9–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Tuesdays, Sep. 15; Oct. 13; Nov. 10; Dec. 8; For children ages 9 to 12 yrs. Join us for snacks, trivia, and to chat about this month’s book club pick!
43 Palisades Park Public Library · 8.3 mi · Palisades Park
Ages 2–5 Storytime
Let's read and sing together! Rachel will lead a storytime for young children. Most appropriate for ages 2-5, but all are welcome! Registration not required.
10 Newark Public Library · 8.3 mi · Newark
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Youth Art Classes with Project Art Ages 4-18 Registration REQUIRED Space is limited! Classes start September 29th through May 27th!
12 Glen Ridge Public Library · 5.1 mi · Glen Ridge
Ages 6–12 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Learn to play and strategize chess. All levels of experience welcome. Grades 1-9. PLEASE REGISTER YOUR CHILD'S NAME NOT THE PARENT/CAREGIVER.
28 Bronxville Public Library · 17.5 mi · Bronxville
Ages 7–12 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
This advanced chess series focuses on tactics, strategy, and master games. All participants must be acquainted with all of the rules of the game, this is NOT a beginners teaching…
70 Finkelstein Memorial Library · 17.9 mi · Spring Valley
Ages 5–9 Arts & crafts
Hands-on projects for curious minds! This is a drop in program. November - Turkey Catapults December - Winter Slime *************** ¡Proyectos prácticos para mentes…
22 Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library (Fair Lawn) · 5.1 mi · Fair Lawn
Ages 2–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Book Buddies Ages 2 & 3* with an adult partner 30 minutes of simple stories, songs, and fingerplays *3 year old's choose which program based on maturity. One program per child.
8 Livingston Public Library · 10.3 mi · Livingston
Ages 5–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Grades 6, 7, & 8 Registration for each monthly session is required Project Thrive is a collaborative initiative of the Livingston Public Library, the Livingston Township Health…
10 Newark Public Library · 8.3 mi · Newark
Ages 5–12 Family fun
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