18 Faber Pool and Park · 6.1 mi · Staten Island
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including…
19 Prospect Park · 6.2 mi · Brooklyn
All ages Nature & outdoors
Join Prospect Park Alliance for nature education programs on Thursdays and Fridays at the Prospect Park Audubon Center, the first urban Audubon Center in the nation.
20 Austin J. McDonald Playground · 6.3 mi · Staten Island
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including…
21 Arrochar Playground · 7.9 mi · Staten Island
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
?Vega, Shayr (Parks)?The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoor play.
22 Englewood Public Library · 13.3 mi · Englewood
Ages 0–2 Games & play
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.
23 Paramus Public Library · 14.9 mi · Paramus
All ages Storytime
Paramus residents only. Register for the entire session beginning October 2. Tell Me a Story Thursdays October 15-November 19 10:00 - 10:45 am 2 ½-5 year olds with…
17 Westfield Memorial Library · 15 mi · Westfield
Ages 2–5 Storytime
Yoga comes to life as we read simple stories and act them out in Yoga poses with Miss Carmen! For ages 2 - 5 with parent or caregiver. Space is limited to 20 children.
8 Wayne Public Library · 17.2 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.
12 Grinton I. Will Library · 19.2 mi · Yonkers
All ages Family fun
At Mercy University School of Nursing's Health Equity Influencer Program in the Community (HEIP-C), we believe that health equity starts where people live, work, learn, and…
24 Livingston Public Library · 14 mi · Livingston
Ages 0–2 Storytime
A lapsit storytime designed for babies 11 months and younger Expect an exciting mix of colorful books, rhymes, soft songs, and American Sign Language, all tailored to support…
15 Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library (Fair Lawn) · 15.8 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.
25 Great Neck Library Parkville Branch · 19.5 mi · New Hyde Park
Ages 5–5 Family fun
An introduction to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. This program focuses on critical thinking and problem solving skills.
9 Hoboken Public Library · 2.7 mi · Hoboken
All ages Arts & crafts
We will be completing these activities this session: Cat Nap (cutting, gluing, and sorting) Begins Like Cat (cutting, gluing, and letter recognition) Each session is designed to…
26 Ridgefield Public Library · 8.8 mi · Ridgefield
Ages 1–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join Ms. Laurel for stories, songs, movement, and crafts geared specifically for children 1.5 to 3 yrs old and their caregivers NOTE: If signing up more than one child, please add…
27 Palisades Park Public Library · 9.9 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.
28 Montclair Public Library · 10.5 mi · Montclair
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons! We'll sing songs, nursery rhymes, and read a few board books geared towards those from ages birth-23 months in our…
28 Montclair Public Library · 10.5 mi · Montclair
All ages Storytime
Join us in activities to raise up lifelong readers! We’ll be hearing stories, singing songs and setting a strong foundation for literacy skills.
23 Paramus Public Library · 14.9 mi · Paramus
All ages Storytime
Tell Me a Story 2 ½ to 4 years old Thursdays October 15 - November 19 10:30 – 11:15am Registration for the entire session begins Thursday, October 8.
29 Ridgewood Public Library · 18.8 mi · Ridgewood
All ages Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for a selection of our favorite storybooks and songs.
30 Elmont Public Library · 18.9 mi · Elmont
Ages 5–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Ages 2 Years - 4 Years Little Kids Yoga is a bright, fun, and interactive yoga adventure that incorporates basic postures, movement, breath exercises, songs, music, meditation…
12 Grinton I. Will Library · 19.2 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.
31 West Orange Public Library · 10.4 mi · West Orange
Ages 2–5 Storytime
A story time filled with rhymes, music and movement, early language development for caregivers & children ages 2-5.
32 Millburn Free Public Library · 12.6 mi · Millburn
Ages 2–3 Storytime Sign-up needed
*** Fall session runs Oct. 8 - Dec. 3. There is no class Nov. 5. *** PLEASE NOTE: Millburn/Short Hills residents will be able to register with their Millburn library card when…
33 Tenafly Public Library · 15.5 mi · Tenafly
Ages 0–2 Storytime
No registration. Fall session runs Thursday, September 24 through November 19, 2026.
34 Riverfront Library · 17.7 mi · Yonkers
All ages Games & play
Join us for a drop-in play experience for children ages 12 and under. Enjoy games, movement activities, and hands-on play while exploring, creating, and having fun together.
35 Great Neck Library Station Branch · 18.5 mi · Great Neck
Ages 5–5 Storytime
Drop-in for a fun filled storytime where we will be reading books and singing songs!
28 Montclair Public Library · 10.5 mi · Montclair
All ages Storytime
Join us in activities to raise up lifelong readers! We’ll be hearing stories, singing songs and setting a strong foundation for literacy skills.
25 Great Neck Library Parkville Branch · 19.5 mi · New Hyde Park
Ages 0–2 Music & shows Sign-up needed
An introduction to library programs and circle time for our littlest learners. This program focuses on early literacy, early language development and socialization.
26 Ridgefield Public Library · 8.8 mi · Ridgefield
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join Ms. Laurel for stories, songs, and activities geared specifically for children age 3-5 years old and their caregivers NOTE: If registering more than one child, please add…
9 Hoboken Public Library · 2.7 mi · Hoboken
Ages 0–2 Storytime
Meet us for a story time that focuses on singing, dancing, and play. While we may not be reading books, Baby Music Class still helps promote your little ones early literacy skills…
36 Prospect Park · 6.3 mi · Brooklyn
All ages Family fun
Don’t be scared when you see the haunted carousel! Take a spin on the spooky ride to your favorite Halloween jams at the beloved Prospect Park Carousel.Children’s Corner, $3 per…
34 Riverfront Library · 17.7 mi · Yonkers
Ages 0–2 Arts & crafts
The Cove has a chalkboard wall, and we want you to help us decorate it!
37 Great Neck Library · 17.7 mi · Great Neck
All ages Family fun
PSEG Long Island’s Consumer Advocacy and Outreach team will be at the Main Library's Front Lobby to provide customers with information about available assistance programs…
38 Washington Square Park · 3.9 mi · New York
All ages Arts & crafts
Led by a local teaching artist, this drop-in class invites participants to explore creativity through hands-on artmaking under the shade of Scrabble Plaza’s trees.
8 Wayne Public Library · 17.2 mi · Wayne
Ages 3–5 Storytime Sign-up needed
Join us for some afternoon story time fun! This class for 3s, 4s, & 5s features longer stories, songs, flannels, guessing games, finger plays and more!
39 Columbus Park · 3.5 mi · New York
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including…
40 Sol Lain Plgd · 4.3 mi · New York
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including…
41 Brooklyn Children's Museum · 6.9 mi · Brooklyn
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Join us during Community Access Thursdays, every Thursday afternoon from 2 pm – 5 pm!
6 Samuel Seabury Playground · 7.9 mi · New York
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including…
42 Bloomingdale Playground · 8 mi · New York
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including…
43 Cherry Tree Park · 8.1 mi · New York
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including…
44 Highbridge Park · 11.4 mi · New York
Ages 8–12 Family fun
Summer Sports Experience Summer Sports Experience is an instructional youth program that teaches sports skills.
45 Fort Tryon Park · 12.8 mi · New York
All ages Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
The Kids in Motion program engages children in active, outdoors play. A NYC Parks staff member leads four to seven hours of free activities in NYC's playgrounds, including…
46 Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center · 10.6 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…
20 Austin J. McDonald Playground · 6.3 mi · Staten Island
All ages Arts & crafts
Join NYC Parks and Staten Island Recreation at McDonald’s Playground for a spooktacular Halloween celebration for the whole family!
47 Newark Public Library Weequahic Branch · 7.6 mi · Newark
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts
The Maker Space is a blended event period of creative exploration into the sciences, arts and discovery. It is conducted by the Children’s Librarian.
28 Montclair Public Library · 10.5 mi · Montclair
All ages Storytime
Come join us for an afternoon storytime for ages birth-5. We will read stories, sing songs, and move about.We might even dance a little!
22 Englewood Public Library · 13.3 mi · Englewood
All ages Family fun
Kids of all ages are invited to stop by the Children's Room which has been decorated for Halloween!
14 Summit Free Public Library · 15.4 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!
10 Bayonne Public Library · 3.9 mi · Bayonne
Ages 6–10 Storytime Sign-up needed
The Arts & Crafts program is on Thursdays from 3:15-4 pm. It is for children aged 6-10 years old. Each week features themed crafts and stories.
48 Glen Ridge Public Library · 9.4 mi · Glen Ridge
Ages 9–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Future authors of Glen Ridge, welcome to Youth Story Board! Youth Story Board (YSB) is a 5-week creative writing workshop for youth (grades 4-6) , each session teaches specific…
49 Johnson Public Library (Hackensack) · 12.1 mi · Hackensack
Ages 12–12 Arts & crafts
Learn sewing skills as you make an adorable cauldron decoration. Space is limited to the first 15 students in attendance.
50 Bronxville Public Library · 19.8 mi · Bronxville
Ages 5–12 Family fun
Practice your reading skills with Reeses, who is a specially trained through the Good Dog Foundation, and his owner Susan.
51 Hoboken Public Library Grand Street Branch · 2.4 mi · Hoboken
All ages Storytime
This story time will feature picture books, nursery rhymes, finger plays, and music.
27 Palisades Park Public Library · 9.9 mi · Palisades Park
Ages 5–12 Storytime
Hear some (not so) spooky stories from Rachel and do some simple seasonal crafts! Costumes encouraged! All ages. No registration required.
52 Fort Lee Public Library · 10.9 mi · Fort Lee
Ages 6–12 Games & play Sign-up needed
Join us for a spooky afternoon featuring ghoulish games, creepy crafts and more. For Ages 6 to 13 years old. Registration Required.
23 Paramus Public Library · 14.9 mi · Paramus
Ages 5–6 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Decorate a Cupcake October 27, 28, OR 29 Tuesday, Wednesday, OR Thursday 3:30 -- 4:30pm Pre-K - Grade 8 Registration begins Monday, October 19.
53 Wave Hill · 15.2 mi · Bronx
All ages Family fun Sign-up needed
Calling all ghosts and goblins, pirates and princesses—it’s Halloween at Wave Hill! Venture through our iron gates (if you dare!) for an enchanted evening for the whole family.
17 Westfield Memorial Library · 15 mi · Westfield
Ages 6–11 Science & STEM
Join us for a drop-in chess and board game club for kids grades 1-5.
54 Newark Public Library Van Buren Branch · 4.9 mi · Newark
Ages 5–12 Storytime
What happens when the Jersey Devil visits the Van Buren Library? Learn the story of New Jersey's oldest folk tale straight from the Pine Barrens . . . if you dare!
55 Newark Public Library Vailsburg Branch · 8.6 mi · Newark
Ages 5–12 Family fun
56 Teaneck Public Library · 12.4 mi · Teaneck
Ages 5–12 Family fun Sign-up needed
Catch the fun at Pokémon Club! Join us each month for Pokémon-themed games, activities, and challenges.
24 Livingston Public Library · 14 mi · Livingston
Ages 8–11 Arts & crafts
In this special session, kids will learn about ofrendas, which are altars to loved ones that families create during Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations.
23 Paramus Public Library · 14.9 mi · Paramus
Ages 5–10 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
After School Adventures 4:00-4:45 pm Grades K-4 October 29: Halloween mini mummy pizzas November 12: Fall Leaves Whirligigs November 19: Model Magic pumpkin pie sculptures Join us…
14 Summit Free Public Library · 15.4 mi · Summit
Ages 3–7 Family fun Sign-up needed
Thursdays 4:00- 4:30pm Learn Spanish through play, art, and movement! Children will discover new Spanish vocabulary and practice simple everyday conversations through activities…
33 Tenafly Public Library · 15.5 mi · Tenafly
Ages 5–12 Reading & languages Sign-up needed
Each reader shares one-on-one reading time with a teen volunteer from Tenafly Middle School or Tenafly High School.
15 Maurice M. Pine Free Public Library (Fair Lawn) · 15.8 mi · Fair Lawn
All ages Storytime
8 Wayne Public Library · 17.2 mi · Wayne
Ages 5–12 Arts & crafts Sign-up needed
Get into the spirit with some spooky characters. Open to Wayne children in grades 2nd-4th.