Past Events

8-Session Series: September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 15, 21, 28 You are invited to join actor Teddy Coluca and Johnson Public Library's own Tony Lombardi for an 8-week acting workshop for beginners. Week 8 will be the finale…

For ages 0-5 and their caregivers Join us for this free, unstructured play time! Sensory activities are not only super fun but they also support language development, cognitive growth, fine and gross motor skills, problem solving skills, and social interaction.…

Yoga can be soothing yet invigorating. What a great way to recharge your day! This open level yoga class will help you breathe deeper, get stronger, and feel more relaxed. Registration is for all 6 sessions: September 17, 24, October…

This week's Teen Tuesday event is: STEM Games: Construction Relay Race Use cardboard tools to build an extension arm and then participate in a relay race to see who built the best device. A small prize will be awarded to…

For grades K-6 If you need a little extra help with homework, stop by for this program designed for high school volunteers to assist students one-on-one. No registration is required but spots will be given out on a first come,…

For ages 3-5 Join us for a weekly themed program for children featuring colorful fun stories, a short video and an always entertaining craft! This is a great program for kids to start socializing with other kids before they get…

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. Questions? Contact Michelle…

For children under age 3 This interactive program includes rhymes, songs, instruments, dancing, and much more for children and their fellow caregivers! No registration is required but due to space and safety restrictions spots will be given to the first…

For grades 3-6 Get your game on! Drop in to play with our Wii and Xbox and get creative with Minecraft and Roblox with fellow video game lovers! No registration is required. Questions? Contact Mari, (201) 343-4169 ext. 14 or…

For ages 3-5 Sing, dance, and reveal your inner musician at our music and movement time for children and their caregivers! Our movement time is dynamic and interactive, so come ready to participate in the fun! No registration is required…

Topics discussed in citizenship class: Civics questions, reading vocabulary, writing vocabulary. Classes are free to all and no registration required. Must have some literacy skills to take the class. Questions? Contact Michelle Ferreira, (201) 343-4169 ext. 34, michelle.ferreira@hackensack.bccls.org

Need help figuring out your new phone, tablet, e-reader, or laptop? Want to find out about the free e-resources available to you with your library card? Bring your charged-up device & we will answer all your questions! Questions? Contact Genesis…

For Ages 3-5 /Para Edades de 3-5 Listen to stories in both English and Spanish, watch a short movie and end with a craft! No registration is required. ¡Escuche cuentos en Espanol y en Inglés! ¡Vea una corta película y…

Please welcome our new Social Work Intern, Harry. Anyone is welcome to come in and speak with him about: Linking to/finding community resources Resume building and job search College information and resources Career or life planning Time management Assisting with…

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. Questions? Contact Michelle…

For grades 3-5 Girls Who Code is a national non-profit working to close the gender gap in technology. Together they will learn the concepts of loops, variables, conditionals and functions that form the basis for all programming languages and work…

Please welcome our new Social Work Intern, Harry. Anyone is welcome to come in and speak with him about: Linking to/finding community resources Resume building and job search College information and resources Career or life planning Time management Assisting with…

Do you know someone with a change in vision? If you are 55 or older with a vision change, free assistive technology classes are available. iPad Class – Basics: Have you heard about the iPad but are not sure what…

For all ages Celebrate the end of the week with a movie! Parents and children are welcome and no registration is required. Questions? Contact Mari, (201) 343-4169 ext. 14 or mari.zigas@hackensack.bccls.org

These introductory guitar classes are open to children & teens ages 8 to 18. Priority is given to Hackensack residents. There is a non-refundable materials fee of $50.00 per participant. Register at the JPL Children's Department. Questions? Contact Michelle Ferreira,…

For grades K-6 Meet Rodney and his little sister, Baby Ruth, who love to read books with you! Rodney is an award-winning, cuddly dog who has nothing but patience and love for all children. No registration is required. Questions? Contact…

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with traditional Spanish food, music and dancing.

For ages 0-5 and their caregivers Join us for this free, unstructured play time! Sensory activities are not only super fun but they also support language development, cognitive growth, fine and gross motor skills, problem solving skills, and social interaction.…

Yoga can be soothing yet invigorating. What a great way to recharge your day! This open level yoga class will help you breathe deeper, get stronger, and feel more relaxed. Registration is for all 6 sessions: September 17, 24, October…

This week's Teen Tuesday event is: STEM Games: Halloween Escape Room Can you solve the puzzles and break the spell? Teen Tuesday events are FREE and open to all students in Grades 7-12. No advanced sign up is necessary and…

For grades K-6 If you need a little extra help with homework, stop by for this program designed for high school volunteers to assist students one-on-one. No registration is required but spots will be given out on a first come,…

8-Session Series: September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 15, 21, 28 You are invited to join actor Teddy Coluca and Johnson Public Library's own Tony Lombardi for an 8-week acting workshop for beginners. Week 8 will be the finale…

Join us for Supernatural Trivia. Held at the Poitin Still ??? 774 Main St., Hackensack. Like us on Facebook at: JPL Pub Trivia to let us know you're coming! Trivia game is free to play, but the library does not…

For ages 3-5 Join us for a weekly themed program for children featuring colorful fun stories, a short video and an always entertaining craft! This is a great program for kids to start socializing with other kids before they get…

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. Questions? Contact Michelle…

For children under age 3 This interactive program includes rhymes, songs, instruments, dancing, and much more for children and their fellow caregivers! No registration is required but due to space and safety restrictions spots will be given to the first…

For grades 3-6 Get your game on! Drop in to play with our Wii and Xbox and get creative with Minecraft and Roblox with fellow video game lovers! No registration is required. Questions? Contact Mari, (201) 343-4169 ext. 14 or…

For ages 3-5 Sing, dance, and reveal your inner musician at our music and movement time for children and their caregivers! Our movement time is dynamic and interactive, so come ready to participate in the fun! No registration is required…

Topics discussed in citizenship class: Civics questions, reading vocabulary, writing vocabulary. Classes are free to all and no registration required. Must have some literacy skills to take the class. Questions? Contact Michelle Ferreira, (201) 343-4169 ext. 34, michelle.ferreira@hackensack.bccls.org

Need help figuring out your new phone, tablet, e-reader, or laptop? Want to find out about the free e-resources available to you with your library card? Bring your charged-up device & we will answer all your questions! Questions? Contact Genesis…

For Ages 3-5 /Para Edades de 3-5 Listen to stories in both English and Spanish, watch a short movie and end with a craft! No registration is required. ¡Escuche cuentos en Espanol y en Inglés! ¡Vea una corta película y…

Please welcome our new Social Work Intern, Harry. Anyone is welcome to come in and speak with him about: Linking to/finding community resources Resume building and job search College information and resources Career or life planning Time management Assisting with…

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. Questions? Contact Michelle…