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Dungeons and Dragons: Yule Edition

(Ages 8-16)
2024-12-07 12:00:00 2024-12-07 15:00:00 America/New_York Dungeons and Dragons: Yule Edition Looking for a chilly winter adventure, traveler? Join us for this Yule inspired D&D one-shot! Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Saturday, December 07
12:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-07 12:00:00 2024-12-07 15:00:00 America/New_York Dungeons and Dragons: Yule Edition Looking for a chilly winter adventure, traveler? Join us for this Yule inspired D&D one-shot! Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Looking for a chilly winter adventure, traveler? Join us for this Yule inspired D&D one-shot!

Detailed description TBA. This adventure is open to ages 8-16! Registration is required to play!

Trogerix the Goblin King has escaped! The Goblin Hordes are gathering in the Utter North to destroy the sacred Kingdom of Yule! Noble Nordric the Red and his Elven archers will hold off the Goblins as long as they can—but only you can save the kingdom!!

For players who have played D&D with us before, we encourage you to bring your characters back to life for this game! If you have not played D&D with us at the library, we will get in touch with you with how to make a character. This iteration of Dungeons & Dragons will be a fast and loose home brew of several different editions (mostly 3.5 and 5e) designed to maximize the fun for all levels, from first-time players to experienced adventurers.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen Program | Games | Children's Programs |

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Bellevue Avenue Branch
Phone: 973-744-0500
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Mon, Nov 18 2:00PM to 6:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 2:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 2:00PM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 Closed
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Kwanzaa Community Celebration - (All Ages)
Sat, Dec 14, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Celebrate Kwanzaa with the traditional pouring of the libations, a discussion of the seven principles, music, poetry, and more!
Cancelled
Girl Scouts of America - Girl Scouts of America
Sat, Dec 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library
andrea schultz Jessanne Collins
Write Group Open Mic - Write Group Open Mic
Sun, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Write Group Open Mic Carl Selinger 973-953-0937
Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 2-5)
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.
Teen Room Hangout - (Ages 12 - 18)
Mon, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.
Read to KoKo the Therapy Dog - (ages 5-16)
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Storytime Room
Come read aloud to KoKo the therapy dog, a dear friend of the library! * This is not a drop-in event. Registration required.
Wiggle and Giggle - Recommended ages 1-5 years
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Auditorium
Wiggle & Giggle with Miss Bee as she leads you on a magically musical ride. Registration is limited and required.
Cancelled
Free Play Social Time - (suggested for ages birth-5)
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bellevue Avenue Branch
Join us as we make friends and play!
Wellness Screenings - Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Tower Room
Free drop-in wellness screenings courtesy of Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.
Sugar Cookie Decorating (Ages 3-5) - registration required
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place
Join us as we decorate sugar cookies and read a story!
Adult Hip-Hop Class with Beyond the Boogie
Tue, Dec 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join professional dancer Tiffany Taylor from Beyond The Boogie Dance Company in a hip-hop class for adults!
Music & Movement - (suggested for ages 2-5)
Tue, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place
Children will enjoy a program full of songs and dancing!
Sugar Cookie Decorating (Grades K-2) - registration required
Tue, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place
Join us as we decorate sugar cookies and read a story!
Queer Lit Club: Science Fiction Fantasy Edition - (In Person)
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom
Join us as we discuss The Obelisk Gate by N.K. Jemisin. Registration is required.
Practical Spanish 2 - Presented by Marielle Courtois
Tue, Dec 17, 6:15pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Classroom
This is a paid Adult School Class. When registering, you will be taken to the Adult School Website.
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One-on-One Tech Support Sessions - with Montclair Gateway to Aging in Place
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Classroom
Drop-In Tech Support!
Familytime - (birth - 5 years)
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library - Storytime Room
A fun storytime series for families with babies and young children.
Book Discussion - Presented by Theodora McKee
Wed, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
This is a paid Adult School class. When registering, you will be taken to the Adult School website.
Register
Storytime Yoga for Tweens - (Ages 8 - 14)
Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for fun filled yoga sessions -- just for tweens! Instructor Brittany Martorella will lead you through an enchanting yoga class... more
Join us for fun filled yoga sessions -- just for tweens! Instructor Brittany Martorella will lead you through an enchanting yoga class that weaves in yoga myths and stories.
Registration required.
Spice Club: Discussion & Pick up ginger root - In Person
Wed, Dec 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom
We will discuss our nutmeg spice kit and how it was used by participants. Registration is required.
Computer Basics Lab - Northstar Digital Literacy
Wed, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Classroom
If you are looking to gain or strengthen your basic computer skills, please join us. Patrons have the option to work on digital literacy... more
If you are looking to gain or strengthen your basic computer skills, please join us. Patrons have the option to work on digital literacy modules independently or with staff guidance at their own pace.
Sew It! Cactus Stuffie - (Ages 9 - 18)
Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Learn how to sew your own cactus plush by hand!
No Sewing Experience Required. Mz. Ellen will show you just how to stitch... more
Learn how to sew your own cactus plush by hand!
No Sewing Experience Required. Mz. Ellen will show you just how to stitch it!
Registration required.
Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Dec 19, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place
Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Branch Kid's Place.
Social Worker Office Hours
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Staff Instruction Room
Margarette (they/them) can assist you with a variety of services. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. by appointment.
Listen in the Library Storytime for ages birth - 5
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Bellevue Avenue Branch
Come and join us for an in-person storytime outside Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place for ages birth-5!
Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Dec 19, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place
Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Branch Kid's Place.
Chess and Coffee
Thu, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for open play chess and coffee!
Teen Craft Hours
Thu, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Stop by and destress in the Teen Room with some simple crafts. Have a project you’re working on? Bring it in! No Registration.
Afternoon Storytime - (suggested for ages birth-5)
Thu, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place
Come join us on the Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place for an afternoon storytime for ages birth-5.
Graphic Novel Book Club - (18+ Only)
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor
Love graphics novels or interested in reading more? Join us for our 18+ Graphic Novel Book Club! We'll explore a new graphic novel every... more
Love graphics novels or interested in reading more? Join us for our 18+ Graphic Novel Book Club! We'll explore a new graphic novel every month to read together and then meet to discussed the book.
Anything Queer Lit Club - (In Person)
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Tower Room
Join us as we discuss The Safekeep by Yael Van der Wouden. Registration is required.
Montclair Early Music: Melodies and Carols
Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for a free winter concert featuring carols from around the world.
Tween Winter Garlands - (Ages 8 - 12)
Fri, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Storytime Room
Make your own winter garland! We'll provide all the supplies -- just bring your creativity.
Registration required.
Estimulación Musical para la Primera Infancia - (Para bebés hasta 24 meses.)
Sat, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Storytime Room
Aprende, canta y muévete al tierno ritmo de la música mientras aprendes con tu bebé. Es necesario registrarse.
Holiday Bells - with Montclair Make Music Winter
Sat, Dec 21, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Branch Plaza
Join us as we celebrate Make Music Winter with the Holidays Notes outside the Bellevue Avenue Branch!
Passing Notes - with Montclair Make Music Winter
Sat, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor
Join us as we celebrate Make Music Winter with the Passing Notes!
Computer Basics Lab - Northstar Digital Literacy
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
If you are looking to gain or strengthen your basic computer skills, please join us. Patrons have the option to work on digital literacy... more
If you are looking to gain or strengthen your basic computer skills, please join us. Patrons have the option to work on digital literacy modules independently or with staff guidance at their own pace.
Make a Festive Ornament - For Adults
Sat, Dec 21, 2:30pm - 3:25pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom
Come and make a festive ornament. Registration is recommended.
Holiday Slime
Sat, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Storytime Room
Make some slime for your siblings, parents, or yourself!
Make a Festive Ornament - For Families
Sat, Dec 21, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom
Come and make a festive ornament. Registration is recommended.
Dungeons & Dragons - (for adults)
Sat, Dec 21, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor
Join us on a one-shot adventure: Indiana Jones: A Slow Boat to China.
Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 2-5)
Mon, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.
Teen Room Hangout - (Ages 12 - 18)
Mon, Dec 23, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.
Cancelled
Social Worker Office Hours
Thu, Dec 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library
Margarette (they/them) can assist you with a variety of services. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. by appointment.
Teen Craft Hours
Thu, Dec 26, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Stop by and destress in the Teen Room with some simple crafts. Have a project you’re working on? Bring it in! No Registration.
Queer Reads for Teens - (Ages 12 - 18)
Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Tower Room
Join us for Queer Reads for Teens -- we'll be discussing young adult books with LGBTQIA+ characters and stories!
Registration required. more
Join us for Queer Reads for Teens -- we'll be discussing young adult books with LGBTQIA+ characters and stories!
Registration required.
Cancelled
All About Owls with The Raptor Trust - (Ages 5-10)
Fri, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
See an owl up close and learn all about these misunderstood raptor birds.
Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 2-5)
Mon, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library
Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.
Teen Holiday Cookie Party - (Ages 12 - 18)
Mon, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Come hang out and decorate some sugar cookies! Registration required.
One-on-One College Essay Reviews - (High School Students)
Mon, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Get one-on-one feedback on your supplemental essays or financial aid essays! (Or one last look at your admissions essay.) Your draft... more
Get one-on-one feedback on your supplemental essays or financial aid essays! (Or one last look at your admissions essay.) Your draft must be complete and ready for review!
Registration required.
Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Jan 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place
Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Branch Kid's Place.
Homeschooling Open House - (All ages)
Tue, Jan 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join the monthly gathering of homeschooling families. Get to know us and say hi to friends old and new. Bring your favorite board game... more
Join the monthly gathering of homeschooling families. Get to know us and say hi to friends old and new. Bring your favorite board game to share. Librarian, Enola Romano, will display parenting books.
Rescheduled
Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New date Wednesday, January 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration... more
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration is required. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month.
Pokémon Club - (Ages 7 - 18)
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Storytime Room
Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade... more
Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade sets ready to go! You will have to bring your own Switch.
This event is full
Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Jan 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place
Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Branch Kid's Place.
Teen Book Club - (Ages 12 - 18)
Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tower Room
Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! We meet on the second... more
Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! We meet on the second Thursday of every month.
Registration is required.
Memory Café - A Dementia-Friendly Social Gathering
Mon, Jan 13, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
For adults with dementia and their caregivers offers a welcoming, safe, calming space for socializing, music, art and reminiscing every... more
For adults with dementia and their caregivers offers a welcoming, safe, calming space for socializing, music, art and reminiscing every month.
Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration... more
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration is required. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month.
Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months
Thu, Jan 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place
Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Branch Kid's Place.
RevPrep Free Online SAT Practice Exam - (Grades 9 - 12)
Sat, Jan 25, 9:00am - 10:00am
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Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions is essential to being ready for the official test. Sign up now to take a free... more
Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions is essential to being ready for the official test. Sign up now to take a free practice SAT exam, offered by Revolution Prep.
Register
Girl Scouts of America - Girl Scouts of America
Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Classroom
andrea schultz Jessanne Collins
HESAA Financial Aid Information Session - (Teens & Parents)
Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join HESAA (Higher Education Student Assistance Authority) for an overview of the financial aid process -- you'll also learn about... more
Join HESAA (Higher Education Student Assistance Authority) for an overview of the financial aid process -- you'll also learn about grants, scholarships, and loans offered by the State of New Jersey.
RevPrep Free Online SAT Practice Exam - (Grades 9 - 12)
Sat, Feb 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
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Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions is essential to being ready for the official test. Sign up now to take a free... more
Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions is essential to being ready for the official test. Sign up now to take a free practice SAT exam, offered by Revolution Prep.
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Homeschooling Open House - (All ages)
Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join the monthly gathering of families that homeschool and make new friends. Librarian, Enola Romano, will display parenting books about... more
Join the monthly gathering of families that homeschool and make new friends. Librarian, Enola Romano, will display parenting books about homeschooling. Bring your favorite board game to share.
Memory Café - A Dementia-Friendly Social Gathering
Mon, Feb 10, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
For adults with dementia and their caregivers offers a welcoming, safe, calming space for socializing, music, art and reminiscing every... more
For adults with dementia and their caregivers offers a welcoming, safe, calming space for socializing, music, art and reminiscing every month.
Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)
Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration... more
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration is required. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month.
Pokémon Club - (Ages 7 - 18)
Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Storytime Room
Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade... more
Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade sets ready to go! You will have to bring your own Switch.
This event is full
Teen Book Club - (Ages 12 - 18)
Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tower Room
Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! We meet on the second... more
Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! We meet on the second Thursday of every month.
Registration is required.
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