Runs Nov 2–25 · 12 am–4:45 pm
Free 2 Port Washington Public Library · 19.3 mi · Port Washington
All ages Arts & crafts
Natalie Collette Wood (b. 1982, Las Vegas, NV) is a multidisciplinary artist based in New York City whose work explores the intersections of nature, memory, and the built…
3 Wayne Public Library · 10.3 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!
4 White Plains Public Library · 17.3 mi · White Plains
All ages Games & play
Fun with toys in the Story Trove
5 Montclair Public Library · 10.6 mi · Montclair
All ages Storytime
Books, songs, rhymes and play are the perfect way to inspire a love of literacy and learning in your little ones.
6 Jersey City Free Public Library · 11.6 mi · Jersey City
All ages Family fun
7 Color Me Mine · 17.8 mi · New City
Ages 3–12 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us at Color Me Mine in New City to listen to a story and paint. PARENTS CAN PAINT TOO - BUT PLEASE REGISTER YOURSELF IN ADDITION TO YOUR CHILD!
Runs Nov 2–7 · 2–4:30 pm
Free 8 Manhasset Public Library · 19.2 mi · Manhasset
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
9 Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center · 14.1 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…
10 Nutley Free Public Library · 7.8 mi · Nutley
Ages 11–12 Family fun
Try Japanese snacks, watch anime, discuss manga, and talk about other pop culture media with friends! No registration required, for grades 6-12.
11 Gotta Go Gaming Hub & Sci-Tech Learning Center · 13.5 mi · Jersey City
All ages Family fun
12 New Rochelle Public Library · 13.9 mi · New Rochelle
Ages 11–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
For Tweens and Teens entering grades 6-12. Stop by and make a paper squishy pal. While supplies last! No registration required!
12 New Rochelle Public Library · 13.9 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!
12 New Rochelle Public Library · 13.9 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.
13 Millburn Free Public Library · 17.7 mi · Millburn
All ages Family fun
Connect with K’NEX! Children are invited to come and build with the K'NEX building toys this afternoon.
14 Bayonne Public Library · 15.4 mi · Bayonne
Ages 4–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Story Time program is on Wednesdays from 3:15-4 pm. It is for children ages 4-5 years. Each week features themed crafts and stories.
15 Paramus Public Library · 2.9 mi · Paramus
Ages 5–6 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Fall Special November 3, 4, OR 5 Tuesday, Wednesday, OR Thursday 3:30 – 4:30pm Pre-K - Grade 8 Registration begins Monday, October 26 .
16 Fort Lee Public Library · 4.3 mi · Fort Lee
Ages 7–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Bring your creativity and spend your afternoon at the library making fun crafts. Nov. 4 Perler Beads For ages 7 & Up. Fort Lee Cardholders Only. Registration required.
3 Wayne Public Library · 10.3 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.
17 Hoboken Public Library Grand Street Branch · 10.3 mi · Hoboken
All ages Games & play
Join us at the Grand Street Branch on Wednesdays for a half-hour of movement-based learning and interactive play! Open to children of all ages.
4 White Plains Public Library · 17.3 mi · White Plains
All ages Storytime
Starting October 13, cast your vote in the Trove for your candidate - Duck or Olivia! Voters will receive an "I Voted" sticker for voting. Voting will be open through November 2.
18 Harrison Public Library · 18.1 mi · Harrison
Ages 8–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Beginners and experienced players welcome, grades 3 - 6! Learn how to play chess from Volunteer Doug or sharpen your skills against other players!
19 Glen Ridge Public Library · 10.4 mi · Glen Ridge
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
Enter your child's name as well as their age in the "Child's Age" line. Your 3-5 year old is ready to Branch Out and participate in this “on my own” story time class.
12 New Rochelle Public Library · 13.9 mi · New Rochelle
Ages 11–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
For tweens and teens in grades 6 - 12. Stressed? Need to relax? Come to the Teen Room and take a moment to pause and relax with registered therapy dog Izzy or Milo.
20 Teaneck Public Library · 1.8 mi · Teaneck
Ages 4–6 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Drop in every Wednesday for a fun-filled afternoon of art! This fun and free-form art program encourages imagination and creativity through hands-on projects.
21 Ridgefield Park Public Library · 2.4 mi · Ridgefield Park
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Enjoy creating seasonal crafts with Ms. Teresa! For children in grades K-6. Registration is REQUIRED for EACH participating child due to LIMITED SUPPLIES.
22 Englewood Public Library · 3.6 mi · Englewood
Ages 5–9 Arts & crafts
Craft Specials: Bedazzled Dog Man for ages 5 to 9 will take place on Wednesday, November 4 at 4:00 PM. Please fill out one registration form per child.
23 Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library (Fair Lawn) · 5.8 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.
24 Sai Rao Public Library of North Bergen · 6 mi · North Bergen
Ages 3–7 Family fun Sign-up needed
The Early Literacy Program is a program where students can become familiar with the alphabet and build skills that will help them begin to read.
25 Riverfront Library · 8.1 mi · Yonkers
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Kids can practice reading to Cooper, a certified therapy dog who works with R.E.A.D.
26 Williamsbridge Oval · 8.5 mi · Bronx
Ages 6–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
NYC Parks, in partnership with the Misty Copeland Foundation, invites childrenages 6 – 14 years to enroll in the BE BOLD afterschool dance program, a funintroductory ballet class…
3 Wayne Public Library · 10.3 mi · Wayne
Ages 5–10 Family fun Sign-up needed
Sign up for the new Book Buddies program where you will be paired up with a reading mentor.
27 Bronxville Public Library · 11.5 mi · Bronxville
Ages 10–12 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Onshape Boat Race is a new two-day course. On the first day, participants will learn fundamental CAD skills in Onshape in order to make a small boat.
28 Pearl River Public Library · 11.9 mi · Pearl River
All ages Games & play
Drop-in and play with LEGOs and make all kinds of cool projects with friends! This is a free play event, so let your imagination take you anywhere you want to go!
29 West Orange Public Library · 12.9 mi · West Orange
All ages Games & play
Explore different stimulating sensory filled stations. For newborns - 5 years old.
12 New Rochelle Public Library · 13.9 mi · New Rochelle
Ages 4–12 Storytime
Wednesdays, September 16 - December 09, 2026 (except Wed., Nov. 11); for children ages 4 to 12 yrs.
30 Finkelstein Memorial Library · 15.5 mi · Spring Valley
All ages Reading & languages Sign-up needed
Reading is fun with a buddy! Your child will practice their phonics and decoding skills in a relaxed environment alongside our teen volunteers by playing literacy games and…
31 Great Neck Library · 16.6 mi · Great Neck
Ages 9–12 Arts & crafts
Attention tween writers, artists, and crafters! Join us at the main library on November 4th at 4pm to create your very own zines.
32 Rye Free Reading Room · 19.8 mi · Rye
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Each week come to the library for a fun craft that you get to take home! This program encourages creativity and the development of fine motor skills in a relaxed social setting.
28 Pearl River Public Library · 11.9 mi · Pearl River
Ages 10–12 Science & STEM Sign-up needed
Take your robotics skills to the next level! Over three sessions, participants will build and program robots to tackle real-world conservation challenges inspired by bird…
12 New Rochelle Public Library · 13.9 mi · New Rochelle
Ages 2–12 Science & STEM
Wednesdays, September 16 - December 9 (except Wed., Nov. 11); for children ages 2 to 12 yrs. It’s a free-build block party with the ever-popular Legos!