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Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Heights Branch 14 Zabriskie St., Jersey CityPreschool Story Hour at Glenn D. Cunningham Branch
Glenn D. Cunningham Branch 275 Martin Luther King Jr., Jersey CityHalloween Young Adult Craft at the Pavonia Branch Library
Pavonia Branch 326 Eighth St., JERSEY CITYHalloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Heights Branch 14 Zabriskie St., Jersey CityPreschool Story Hour at Glenn D. Cunningham Branch
Glenn D. Cunningham Branch 275 Martin Luther King Jr., Jersey CityHalloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Heights Branch 14 Zabriskie St., Jersey CityHalloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Heights Branch 14 Zabriskie St., Jersey CityHalloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Heights Branch 14 Zabriskie St., Jersey CityHalloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Heights Branch 14 Zabriskie St., Jersey CityHistory Into Poetry with David Mills
New Jersey Room - Priscilla Gardner Main Library 472 Jersey Ave., Jersey CityWeek of Events
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
What does a Tortoise, a Spider, The King of the Ocean & a Fisherman all have in common? A Whale of a good time! Join Judy England and her puppets as she does a interactive storytelling around the theme of our Summer Learning Program "Oceans of Possibilities". This event will be held in the gazebo […]
Preschool Story Hour at Earl Morgan Branch
Preschool Story Hour at Earl Morgan Branch
Join the Earl Morgan Staff every Monday, Wednesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4553. Monday, Wednesday & Thursday (Walks-ins welcome) Class Visits (Advance scheduling required)
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
For children Grades 1 - 8. Look in the jar, fill in the form, and make your best guess! Winner will be announced at the Scary Stories program, Tuesday, October 25, 3:45 PM.
Preschool Story Hour at Glenn D. Cunningham Branch
Preschool Story Hour at Glenn D. Cunningham Branch
Join the Cunningham Staff every Monday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4555. Mondays & Tuesdays 10:30am-11:30am (Walk-ins welcome)
Preschool Story Hour at Biblioteca Criolla
Preschool Story Hour at Biblioteca Criolla
Join Mr. William every Monday & Wednesday for a Spanish-Bilingual Storytime! There will be some fun stories and fun songs in Spanish & English! For more info call (201) 547-4541. Spanish-Bilingual Storytime| Español-Bilingüe Monday & Wednesday 10:30 – 11:30 A.M.
Preschool Story Hour at Marion Branch
Preschool Story Hour at Marion Branch
Join the Marion Branch Staff every Monday & Tuesday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4552 Mon. & Tues. 10:30am (Walks-ins welcome) (Limited space) Class Visits (Advance scheduling required)
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
What does a Tortoise, a Spider, The King of the Ocean & a Fisherman all have in common? A Whale of a good time! Join Judy England and her puppets as she does a interactive storytelling around the theme of our Summer Learning Program "Oceans of Possibilities". This event will be held in the gazebo […]
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
In spirit of Halloween, stop by the Pavonia Branch Library during library hours to guess how many Candy Pumpkins are in the Jar. The one who guesses the correct number, or comes closest to the correct number without going over will receive a prize. *Winner will be announced on October 27 at 4pm
Halloween Young Adult Craft at the Pavonia Branch Library
Halloween Young Adult Craft at the Pavonia Branch Library
Come to the Pavonia Branch Library and join us for a spooktacular young adult Halloween Craft!
It’s Your Move! Chess Club
It’s Your Move! Chess Club
Interested in an exciting competitive chess experience, while improving your cognitive skills, concentration, problem solving skills and making new friends? Sign up for Beanstack: https://tinyurl.com/JCFPLBeanstack Get a Library Card!: https://tinyurl.com/JCFPLLibraryCard
Virtual Story Time on Facebook Live
Virtual Story Time on Facebook Live
Join the JCFPL Staff every Monday for book readings, fun songs & more on the JCFPL Facebook page!
Preschool Story Hour at Lafayette Branch
Preschool Story Hour at Lafayette Branch
Join the Lafayette Branch Staff every Tuesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-5017. Class Visits 10:30am-11:30am (Advance scheduling required) (Limited space) (Walks-ins welcome)
Preschool Story Hour at Earl Morgan Branch
Preschool Story Hour at Earl Morgan Branch
Join the Earl Morgan Staff every Monday, Wednesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4553. Monday, Wednesday & Thursday (Walks-ins welcome) Class Visits (Advance scheduling required)
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
In spirit of Halloween, stop by the Pavonia Branch Library during library hours to guess how many Candy Pumpkins are in the Jar. The one who guesses the correct number, or comes closest to the correct number without going over will receive a prize. *Winner will be announced on October 27 at 4pm
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
For children Grades 1 - 8. Look in the jar, fill in the form, and make your best guess! Winner will be announced at the Scary Stories program, Tuesday, October 25, 3:45 PM.
Preschool Story Hour at Glenn D. Cunningham Branch
Preschool Story Hour at Glenn D. Cunningham Branch
Join the Cunningham Staff every Monday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4555. Mondays & Tuesdays 10:30am-11:30am (Walk-ins welcome)
Preschool Story Hour at Miller Branch Library
Preschool Story Hour at Miller Branch Library
Join the Miller Branch Staff every Tuesday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4551. Tuesdays: 10:30-11:30 A.M. (Walk-ins welcome) Mon., Thurs. & Fri.: 10:30 A.M. Class Visits: Pre-K & Kinder (Advanced scheduling required)
Preschool Story Hour at the West Bergen Branch
Preschool Story Hour at the West Bergen Branch
Join the West Bergen Branch Staff every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4554. Tues., Wed. & Thurs 10:30am (Walks-ins welcome) (Limited space)
Preschool Story Hour at Marion Branch
Preschool Story Hour at Marion Branch
Join the Marion Branch Staff every Monday & Tuesday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4552 Mon. & Tues. 10:30am (Walks-ins welcome) (Limited space) Class Visits (Advance scheduling required)
Preschool Story Time at Heights Branch Library
Preschool Story Time at Heights Branch Library
Join the Heights Library Staff every Tuesday & Friday for some fun stories and fun songs! You can register in person at the branch or call (201) 547-4556. Tues. & Fri.: 11:00 A.M. (Registration required) Class Visits Mondays: 11:00 A.M. (Advance scheduling required)
Preschool Story Hour at the Five Corners Branch
Preschool Story Hour at the Five Corners Branch
Join the Five Corners Branch Staff every Tuesday & Wednesday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4543. Tues. & Wed. 11-11:30am (Registration required) Class Visits (Advance scheduling required)
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
What does a Tortoise, a Spider, The King of the Ocean & a Fisherman all have in common? A Whale of a good time! Join Judy England and her puppets as she does a interactive storytelling around the theme of our Summer Learning Program "Oceans of Possibilities". This event will be held in the gazebo […]
It’s Your Move! Chess Club
It’s Your Move! Chess Club
Interested in an exciting competitive chess experience, while improving your cognitive skills, concentration, problem solving skills and making new friends? Sign up for Beanstack: https://tinyurl.com/JCFPLBeanstack Get a Library Card!: https://tinyurl.com/JCFPLLibraryCard
Movie Night at the Earl Morgan Library!
Movie Night at the Earl Morgan Library!
Movie Screening with Discussion to Follow & Free Refreshments
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
In spirit of Halloween, stop by the Pavonia Branch Library during library hours to guess how many Candy Pumpkins are in the Jar. The one who guesses the correct number, or comes closest to the correct number without going over will receive a prize. *Winner will be announced on October 27 at 4pm
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
For children Grades 1 - 8. Look in the jar, fill in the form, and make your best guess! Winner will be announced at the Scary Stories program, Tuesday, October 25, 3:45 PM.
Preschool Story Time at Pavonia Branch Library
Preschool Story Time at Pavonia Branch Library
Join the Pavonia Library Staff every Wednesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! Wednesday-10:30 am & Thursday-11:30 A.M. (Walk-ins welcome) (Limited space) Class Visits (Advance scheduling required)
Preschool Story Hour at the West Bergen Branch
Preschool Story Hour at the West Bergen Branch
Join the West Bergen Branch Staff every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4554. Tues., Wed. & Thurs 10:30am (Walks-ins welcome) (Limited space)
Preschool Story Hour at Biblioteca Criolla
Preschool Story Hour at Biblioteca Criolla
Join Mr. William every Monday & Wednesday for a Spanish-Bilingual Storytime! There will be some fun stories and fun songs in Spanish & English! For more info call (201) 547-4541. Spanish-Bilingual Storytime| Español-Bilingüe Monday & Wednesday 10:30 – 11:30 A.M.
Story Hour
Story Hour
Bonetti Children's department Story hour will be back indoors this fall. Every Wednesday from 11-11:30 A.M. starting, September 21 – December 14. Together we learn, laugh, sing, dance, and explore—lots of fun for all the little ones. Join Us Priscilla Gardner Main Library 472 Jersey Ave (201) 547-4519 […]
Preschool Story Hour at the Five Corners Branch
Preschool Story Hour at the Five Corners Branch
Join the Five Corners Branch Staff every Tuesday & Wednesday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4543. Tues. & Wed. 11-11:30am (Registration required) Class Visits (Advance scheduling required)
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
What does a Tortoise, a Spider, The King of the Ocean & a Fisherman all have in common? A Whale of a good time! Join Judy England and her puppets as she does a interactive storytelling around the theme of our Summer Learning Program "Oceans of Possibilities". This event will be held in the gazebo […]
Computer Drop-in Hour
Computer Drop-in Hour
Need help sending an email or want to know more about Google Suite? Your librarian is here to help! Drop-in with your personal device or log on to one of the library computers.
Children’s bingo night @ Miller Branch Library
Children’s bingo night @ Miller Branch Library
Join us for a friendly game of BINGO where kids have the chance to have some fun and get a chance to win cool prizes.
Family Nights = Fun Nights
Family Nights = Fun Nights
Come on in and join Bonetti Children's Department Staff for an hour of Family Bingo every 3rd Thursday each month. Win prizes engage in challenging activities and get creative every Thursdays, 6 pm-6:45 pm. @Priscilla Main Library 472 Jersey Ave Space is limited for social distance purposes Register (optional) Call (201) 547-4519 or in-person (children's department)
Preschool Story Hour at Lafayette Branch
Preschool Story Hour at Lafayette Branch
Join the Lafayette Branch Staff every Tuesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-5017. Class Visits 10:30am-11:30am (Advance scheduling required) (Limited space) (Walks-ins welcome)
Preschool Story Hour at Earl Morgan Branch
Preschool Story Hour at Earl Morgan Branch
Join the Earl Morgan Staff every Monday, Wednesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4553. Monday, Wednesday & Thursday (Walks-ins welcome) Class Visits (Advance scheduling required)
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
In spirit of Halloween, stop by the Pavonia Branch Library during library hours to guess how many Candy Pumpkins are in the Jar. The one who guesses the correct number, or comes closest to the correct number without going over will receive a prize. *Winner will be announced on October 27 at 4pm
Preschool Story Hour at the West Bergen Branch
Preschool Story Hour at the West Bergen Branch
Join the West Bergen Branch Staff every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! For more info call (201) 547-4554. Tues., Wed. & Thurs 10:30am (Walks-ins welcome) (Limited space)
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
What does a Tortoise, a Spider, The King of the Ocean & a Fisherman all have in common? A Whale of a good time! Join Judy England and her puppets as she does a interactive storytelling around the theme of our Summer Learning Program "Oceans of Possibilities". This event will be held in the gazebo […]
Preschool Story Time at Pavonia Branch Library
Preschool Story Time at Pavonia Branch Library
Join the Pavonia Library Staff every Wednesday & Thursday for some fun stories and fun songs! Wednesday-10:30 am & Thursday-11:30 A.M. (Walk-ins welcome) (Limited space) Class Visits (Advance scheduling required)
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
For children Grades 1 - 8. Look in the jar, fill in the form, and make your best guess! Winner will be announced at the Scary Stories program, Tuesday, October 25, 3:45 PM.
Diwali Grab & Go Craft for children
Diwali Grab & Go Craft for children
Join us at The Heights Branch Library on Thursday, October 20, 2 PM to 5 PM to pick up a Grab & Go craft to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Light.
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
In spirit of Halloween, stop by the Pavonia Branch Library during library hours to guess how many Candy Pumpkins are in the Jar. The one who guesses the correct number, or comes closest to the correct number without going over will receive a prize. *Winner will be announced on October 27 at 4pm
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
For children Grades 1 - 8. Look in the jar, fill in the form, and make your best guess! Winner will be announced at the Scary Stories program, Tuesday, October 25, 3:45 PM.
Preschool Story Time at Heights Branch Library
Preschool Story Time at Heights Branch Library
Join the Heights Library Staff every Tuesday & Friday for some fun stories and fun songs! You can register in person at the branch or call (201) 547-4556. Tues. & Fri.: 11:00 A.M. (Registration required) Class Visits Mondays: 11:00 A.M. (Advance scheduling required)
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
What does a Tortoise, a Spider, The King of the Ocean & a Fisherman all have in common? A Whale of a good time! Join Judy England and her puppets as she does a interactive storytelling around the theme of our Summer Learning Program "Oceans of Possibilities". This event will be held in the gazebo […]
Garden State Jazz Greats
Garden State Jazz Greats
Join Jazz scholar Ben Young as he explores the majesty, style, and genius of New Jersey’s jazz greats. You may already know many of these names, and all of them you should know as each of these innovators has left their indelible imprint on world culture through the incredible African American creation of Jazz. Ben […]
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
Happy Halloween Candy Contest
In spirit of Halloween, stop by the Pavonia Branch Library during library hours to guess how many Candy Pumpkins are in the Jar. The one who guesses the correct number, or comes closest to the correct number without going over will receive a prize. *Winner will be announced on October 27 at 4pm
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
Halloween Candy Guessing Contest at the Heights Branch Library
For children Grades 1 - 8. Look in the jar, fill in the form, and make your best guess! Winner will be announced at the Scary Stories program, Tuesday, October 25, 3:45 PM.
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
SLP Performance Puppet Show with Judy England
What does a Tortoise, a Spider, The King of the Ocean & a Fisherman all have in common? A Whale of a good time! Join Judy England and her puppets as she does a interactive storytelling around the theme of our Summer Learning Program "Oceans of Possibilities". This event will be held in the gazebo […]
History Into Poetry with David Mills
History Into Poetry with David Mills
Poet David Mills visits the New Jersey Room to discuss turning historical research into poetry, and read some of his work. Mills' 2021 book, Boneyarn, draws inspiration from New York City's African Burial Ground. As critic Rodney Jones describes, " the 419 bodies unearthed when the site was discovered, only one whole name was found. Mills […]
CAS of the JCFPL 45th Anniversary!
CAS of the JCFPL 45th Anniversary!
Community Awareness Series celebrates 45 years of Cultural Arts Engagement, Education, Information, and Community Outreach. Please join us for our first indoor program since 2020. We look forward to seeing you there! Featuring: Sherry Winston Quartet Quest Speaker: Dr. Will Guzman - Assistant Vice Chancellor for International programs and community engagement - North Carolina […]