Name: My Dad and The Dragon
Start: 2022-10-13T18:30:00-04:00
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My Dad and The Dragon

Author Montserrat Coughlin Kim (recommended ages 4-10)

2022-10-13 18:30:00 2022-10-13 19:30:00 America/New_York My Dad and The Dragon Montserrat Coughlin Kim reads her picture book My Dad and the Dragon, a story about what it is like to have a parent with cancer. Main Library - Auditorium

Thursday, October 13
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-13 18:30:00 2022-10-13 19:30:00 America/New_York My Dad and The Dragon Montserrat Coughlin Kim reads her picture book My Dad and the Dragon, a story about what it is like to have a parent with cancer. Main Library - Auditorium

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Montserrat Coughlin Kim reads her picture book My Dad and the Dragon, a story about what it is like to have a parent with cancer.

The book is based on her family’s experience, and she wrote it to help parents, caregivers and children talk about how cancer can impact the whole family. Children are encouraged to wear their PJ’s and bring their favorite stuffed animal friend. There will also be an author-led discussion and books available for purchase at the event.

Registration required for in-person attendance.

Zoom Livestream Registration Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9oDVNYTQQXGwIcJuwrTRWQ

Alternate date and location available:

Saturday, October 15, 11 a.m., Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center, 1 Bay Avenue, Montclair, NJ (free parking will be provided to attendees) - Featuring a panel discussion from health professionals at Hackensack Meridian Health.
Registration required: www.mountainsidehosp.com/events

AGE GROUP: | Families | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Children's Programs | Book Discussion | Author Talk |

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Tue, Jul 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

An immersive Portuguese Storytime for families.

Registration opens Sunday, June 11 2023 at 9:00am

Dungeons and Dragons: Session 1 - (Ages 11-15)

Tue, Jul 11, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this series of roleplaying one shots. These sessions are designed for new players and... more

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this series of roleplaying one shots. These sessions are designed for new players and will use premade character sheets. All supplies will be provided.

Registration opens Sunday, June 11 2023 at 9:00am

Build & Decorate a Bird House - In Person

Tue, Jul 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Come and assemble a bird house of unfinished wood. You can also decorate it. Registration is required.

Learn Street Savvy Cycling Skills - NEW - With Bike & Walk Montclair

Tue, Jul 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

This is a paid Adult School Class. When registering, you will be taken to the Adult School Website.

Gentle Yoga for Wellness - In-Person - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Jul 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair - Community Room

This is a paid Adult School Class. When registering, you will be taken to the Adult School Website.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Wed, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Meditation, Singing Bowls and Writing - NEW - Presented by Jessica Jenns

Wed, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Tower Room

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Teen Canvas Painting Party - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us in the Auditorium for a drop-in canvas painting party! Registration recommended but not required.

Children’s Literature and Arts - Story and Art Experience with Angela Gardner (ages 4-8)

Wed, Jul 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Children ages 4-8 enjoy a book followed by an art project.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 14 2023 at 9:00am

Hour of Code: Code Combat! - (for grades 3-5)

Wed, Jul 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Choose your hero and code your way through the ogre patrols, lava pits, and laser beams of Kithgard Dungeon. Children will use a Python... more

Choose your hero and code your way through the ogre patrols, lava pits, and laser beams of Kithgard Dungeon. Children will use a Python based coding language.

Summer Dance Series with Beyond The Boogie Dance Company

Wed, Jul 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Beyond the Boogie dance instructors will be here to teach you a series of dances this Summer as part of our All Together Now Summer... more

Beyond the Boogie dance instructors will be here to teach you a series of dances this Summer as part of our All Together Now Summer Reading Challenge.

LIVING GREEN: Garden Insects 101 - NEW - with Billy Goodman

Wed, Jul 12, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

*This is a free Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

A Taste of Memoir (for 55+ community and others) - Presented by The Writers Circle

Thu, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Join instructors from The Writers Circle in an engaging exploration of the craft of memoir writing.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Jul 13, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Pop-Up Storytime - Nishuane Park

Thu, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Enjoy a storytime at Nishuane Park!

Beginner Mah Jongg - In Person

Thu, Jul 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Listen on the Lawn Storytime - (for birth-age 5)

Thu, Jul 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come and join us for an in-person storytime for ages birth-5!

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Thu, Jul 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Afternoon Storytime - (suggested for ages birth-5)

Thu, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come join us for an afternoon storytime for ages birth-5.

Interactive Movie: The Princess Bride - (Ages 8+ and Families)

Thu, Jul 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Experience the fun of an interactive movie, where you don't just watch the film - you join in! Shouting out lines and other silliness is... more

Experience the fun of an interactive movie, where you don't just watch the film - you join in! Shouting out lines and other silliness is encouraged. A script and supplies are provided.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 14 2023 at 9:00am

Boogie Woogie Babies Outdoors @Montclair Public Library - Outdoors (auditorium if inclement weather)

Fri, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Auditorium,Library Plaza

The ever popular Boogie Woogie Babies returns with fun outdoor dancing sessions for toddling babies and their grownups!

Registration opens Friday, June 16 2023 at 9:00am

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Fri, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Sin City Slayer: A Teen Murder Mystery - (Ages 14 - 18)

Fri, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us in the Auditorium for an after-hours Vegas themed murder mystery! Make sure you arrive on time -- we'll have pizza and... more

Join us in the Auditorium for an after-hours Vegas themed murder mystery! Make sure you arrive on time -- we'll have pizza and drinks! Registration required.

Swahili Storytime with Sabina Wasonga-Gitau - @Main (Recommended ages 5-12)

Sun, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Learn words and phrases in the Swahili language and listen to bilingual Swahili tales.

Registration opens Saturday, June 17 2023 at 9:00am

Familytime (birth-5 years) - In Person

Mon, Jul 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

A fun storytime series for families with babies and young children.

Registration opens Monday, June 19 2023 at 9:00am

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Summer Session!

Mon, Jul 17, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library - Zoom 3 Virtual

A Classical Pilates series that follows the original blueprint created by Joseph Pilates over a century ago.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Mon, Jul 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Summer Reading Movie Matinees - All Together Now!

Mon, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us every Monday at 2 p.m. from June 26 to August 7 for a Movie Matinee. Each movie will tie in with the Summer Reading theme "All... more

Join us every Monday at 2 p.m. from June 26 to August 7 for a Movie Matinee. Each movie will tie in with the Summer Reading theme "All Together Now!" This is a free event series.

Teen Room Café - (Ages 12 - 18)

Mon, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through... more

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through the summer! No registration required.

Craft Time: Wooden Magnets! - Drop In Craft Program

Mon, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us anytime between 3:00-4:00 p.m. to make your own wooden magnet!

Koko: Therapy Dog Visit (Ages 5 and up) - @Main

Mon, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Read to Koko, a charming Shiba Inu, on select Mondays and Fridays.

Montclair Public Library Board Of Trustees Meeting

Mon, Jul 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

The Board of Trustees meets to discuss issues of governance of the Library. Meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Open... more

The Board of Trustees meets to discuss issues of governance of the Library. Meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act.

Beginner Mah Jongg - In Person

Tue, Jul 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Drop-In Health Screenings - Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose

Tue, Jul 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Free health screenings courtesy of Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted... more

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted topics to the more serious issues of the day.

Sensory Playtime - (Ages 2-5)

Tue, Jul 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Squish! Splat! Squeeze! Explore the senses in this interactive hands-on program designed for toddlers and preschoolers.

Registration opens Sunday, June 18 2023 at 9:00am

EVOLVE: Senior Strength and Mobility

Tue, Jul 18, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Cornerstone Montclair

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Tue, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

The Everything Book Club, DAYTIME IN PERSON - This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub

Tue, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Main Library - Tower Room

A live, lively librarian-led book club discussion about a wide range of titles and genres. Register here for DAYTIME IN PERSON or on... more

A live, lively librarian-led book club discussion about a wide range of titles and genres. Register here for DAYTIME IN PERSON or on Wednesday, June 21, for EVENING ZOOM! Registration required.

Boogie Woogie Babies Outdoors at Bellevue Avenue Branch - 2-Year-Olds and Babies of Walking Age

Tue, Jul 18, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

A fun dance program for babies, toddlers, and their big person.

Sew It! Owl Stuffie - (Ages 9 - 18)

Tue, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Learn how to sew your own owl stuffie on a sewing machine! No Sewing Experience Required. Mz. Ellen will show you just how to stitch... more

Learn how to sew your own owl stuffie on a sewing machine! No Sewing Experience Required. Mz. Ellen will show you just how to stitch it! Registration required.

Live Kora Concert - NEW - The Music and Storytelling of W. Africa

Tue, Jul 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Library Plaza

*This is a free Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Trip to Culinary Institute of America and Val-Kill - NEW

Wed, Jul 19, 7:45am - 6:00pm

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Babies in the Library - (birth - 18 months)

Wed, Jul 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 21 2023 at 9:00am

Gentle Yoga for Wellness - In-Person - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Jul 19, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair - Community Room

This is a paid Adult School Class. When registering, you will be taken to the Adult School Website.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Wed, Jul 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Meditation, Singing Bowls and Writing - NEW - Presented by Jessica Jenns

Wed, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Tower Room

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Miyazaki Movie Fest: Spirited Away Encore - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us in the Auditorium for a special encore screening of Spirited Away! Snacks provided, while supplies last. Registration... more

Join us in the Auditorium for a special encore screening of Spirited Away! Snacks provided, while supplies last. Registration recommended but not required.

Children’s Literature and Arts - Story and Art Experience with Angela Gardner (ages 4-8)

Wed, Jul 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Children ages 4-8 enjoy a book followed by an art project.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 21 2023 at 9:00am

Hour of Code: Code & Go Mouse - (for ages 4-6)

Wed, Jul 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Children earn the basics of code as they use logic and reasoning to help a mouse navigate a 3-D maze to win cheese!

Summer Dance Series with Beyond The Boogie Dance Company

Wed, Jul 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Beyond the Boogie dance instructors will be here to teach you a series of dances this Summer as part of our All Together Now Summer... more

Beyond the Boogie dance instructors will be here to teach you a series of dances this Summer as part of our All Together Now Summer Reading Challenge.

The Everything Book Club, EVENING ZOOM - This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub

Wed, Jul 19, 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Main Library - Zoom 3 Virtual

A live, lively librarian-led book club discussion about a wide range of titles and genres. Register here for EVENING ZOOM or on... more

A live, lively librarian-led book club discussion about a wide range of titles and genres. Register here for EVENING ZOOM or on Tuesday, July 11, for DAYTIME IN PERSON! Registration required.

A Taste of Memoir (for 55+ community and others) - Presented by The Writers Circle

Thu, Jul 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Join instructors from The Writers Circle in an engaging exploration of the craft of memoir writing.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Jul 20, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Beginner Mah Jongg - In Person

Thu, Jul 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Listen on the Lawn Storytime - (for birth-age 5)

Thu, Jul 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come and join us for an in-person storytime for ages birth-5!

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Thu, Jul 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Mini Monster Stuffies: Hand Sewing Workshop - ages 7 - 11

Thu, Jul 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Make a mini monster stuffy in this fun workshop. We will be hand sewing and stuffing them ourselves! No sewing experience required.

Registration opens Monday, June 19 2023 at 9:00am

Afternoon Storytime - (suggested for ages birth-5)

Thu, Jul 20, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come join us for an afternoon storytime for ages birth-5.

Live from France: The Eiffel Tower from All Angles - Live virtual tour!

Fri, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Zoom

Join us for a live virtual tour to the most iconic monument in the world.

Playtime Fridays: Block Play - @Main - Babies (crawling)

Fri, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies can enjoy a space set aside for them in the Storyroom to play together with children just like them.

Preschool Prom: Fairytale Magic - (suggested for ages 2-6)

Fri, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:15am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

Dress up in your fanciest duds for our preschool prom!

Playtime Fridays: Block Play - @Main - Toddlers (walking)

Fri, Jul 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Toddlers can enjoy a space set aside for them in the Storyroom to play together with children just like them.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Fri, Jul 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Gabby's Dollhouse Sprinkle Party! - (ages 3-8)

Sat, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

"Time to get tiny!" Come to our Gabby Dollhouse-inspired "Sprinkle Party" in July! We will have a variety of educational and fun crafts... more

"Time to get tiny!" Come to our Gabby Dollhouse-inspired "Sprinkle Party" in July! We will have a variety of educational and fun crafts and coloring sheets while listening to Gabby Dollhouse music!

Registration opens Thursday, June 22 2023 at 9:00am

Unique Creatures: Educational Live Animal Show - @Main (ages 5 and up)

Sun, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Young animal lovers will learn about interesting friends from the animal world.

Registration opens Sunday, June 25 2023 at 9:00am

Rescheduled

Beginner Mah Jongg - In Person

Mon, Jul 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm

New date Tuesday, July 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Familytime (birth-5 years) - In Person

Mon, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

A fun storytime series for families with babies and young children.

Registration opens Monday, June 26 2023 at 9:00am

Pop-Up Storytime at Brookdale Park

Mon, Jul 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Offsite

Join Miss Kristen at Brookdale Park near the playground for storytime!

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Summer Session!

Mon, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library - Zoom 3 Virtual

A Classical Pilates series that follows the original blueprint created by Joseph Pilates over a century ago.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Mon, Jul 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Summer Reading Movie Matinees - All Together Now!

Mon, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us every Monday at 2 p.m. from June 26 to August 7 for a Movie Matinee. Each movie will tie in with the Summer Reading theme "All... more

Join us every Monday at 2 p.m. from June 26 to August 7 for a Movie Matinee. Each movie will tie in with the Summer Reading theme "All Together Now!" This is a free event series.

Teen Room Café - (Ages 12 - 18)

Mon, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through... more

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through the summer! No registration required.

Koko: Therapy Dog Visit (Ages 5 and up) - @Main

Mon, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Read to Koko, a charming Shiba Inu, on select Mondays and Fridays.

Beginner Mah Jongg - In Person

Tue, Jul 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted... more

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted topics to the more serious issues of the day.

EVOLVE: Senior Strength and Mobility

Tue, Jul 25, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Cornerstone Montclair

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Tue, Jul 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Super Bubble Fun Time! Session 1 - (suggested for ages 2-9)

Tue, Jul 25, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

The bubbleologist will perform bubbleology where he will start with the tiniest bubble and progress to the gigantic bubble. We'll end... more

The bubbleologist will perform bubbleology where he will start with the tiniest bubble and progress to the gigantic bubble. We'll end with games and bubble dancing!

Super Bubble Fun Time! Session 2 - (suggested for ages 2-9)

Tue, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

The bubbleologist will perform bubbleology where he will start with the tiniest bubble and progress to the gigantic bubble. We'll end... more

The bubbleologist will perform bubbleology where he will start with the tiniest bubble and progress to the gigantic bubble. We'll end with games and bubble dancing!

Dungeons and Dragons: Session 2 - (Ages 11-15)

Tue, Jul 25, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this series of roleplaying one shots. These sessions are designed for new players and... more

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this series of roleplaying one shots. These sessions are designed for new players and will use premade character sheets. All supplies will be provided.

Registration opens Sunday, June 25 2023 at 9:00am

Gentle Yoga for Wellness - In-Person - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Jul 26, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair - Community Room

This is a paid Adult School Class. When registering, you will be taken to the Adult School Website.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Wed, Jul 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Meditation, Singing Bowls and Writing - NEW - Presented by Jessica Jenns

Wed, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Tower Room

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

My Hero Academia Double Feature - (Ages 12-18)

Wed, Jul 26, 4:00pm - 7:15pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us in the Auditorium for back-to-back screenings of My Hero Academia: Two Heroes and My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising! We'll even... more

Join us in the Auditorium for back-to-back screenings of My Hero Academia: Two Heroes and My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising! We'll even have snacks and swag! Registration recommended but not required.

Children’s Literature and Arts - Story and Art Experience with Angela Gardner (ages 4-8)

Wed, Jul 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Children ages 4-8 enjoy a book followed by an art project.

Registration opens Wednesday, June 28 2023 at 9:00am

Hour of Code: Monster Code Lab - (for grades 1-2)

Wed, Jul 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

The Mystery Island Coding Quest by Monster Coding offers a fun filled self guided adventure that teaches several key programming... more

The Mystery Island Coding Quest by Monster Coding offers a fun filled self guided adventure that teaches several key programming concepts to children.

Outdoor Rowing NEW - Presented by the Nereid Boat Club

Wed, Jul 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Nereid Boat Club

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Decorate Your Open Plan Home NEW - Presented by Marcie Cooperman

Wed, Jul 26, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Classroom

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

A Taste of Memoir (for 55+ community and others) - Presented by The Writers Circle

Thu, Jul 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Join instructors from The Writers Circle in an engaging exploration of the craft of memoir writing.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Jul 27, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Beginner Mah Jongg - In Person

Thu, Jul 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Listen on the Lawn Storytime - (for birth-age 5)

Thu, Jul 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come and join us for an in-person storytime for ages birth-5!

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Thu, Jul 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Jul 27, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Afternoon Storytime - (suggested for ages birth-5)

Thu, Jul 27, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come join us for an afternoon storytime for ages birth-5.

Our Side of the Bridge: Author Joanna dela Rosa - @Main - (ages 7-12)

Thu, Jul 27, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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Registration opens Thursday, June 29 2023 at 9:00am

Boogie Woogie Babies Outdoors @Montclair Public Library - Outdoors (auditorium if inclement weather)

Fri, Jul 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Auditorium,Library Plaza

The ever popular Boogie Woogie Babies returns with fun outdoor dancing sessions for toddling babies and their grownups!

Registration opens Friday, June 30 2023 at 9:00am

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Fri, Jul 28, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Koko: Therapy Dog Visit (Ages 5 and up) - @Main

Fri, Jul 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Read to Koko, a charming Shiba Inu, on select Mondays and Fridays.

Scary Movie Night: Mystery Party - (for ages 9-14)

Fri, Jul 28, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

Join us at the Bellevue Avenue Branch for an after-hours scary movie themed non-murder mystery! Registration required.

Ants on a Log: Outdoor Family Concert - @Main - All ages welcome (auditorium if rain)

Sat, Jul 29, 11:00am - 11:45am

Main Library - Auditorium,Library Plaza

Don't miss the inimitable Ants on a Log's first performance in the Montclair area!

Registration opens Saturday, June 10 2023 at 9:00am

Familytime (birth-5 years) - In Person

Mon, Jul 31, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

A fun storytime series for families with babies and young children.

Registration opens Monday, July 3 2023 at 9:00am

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Summer Session!

Mon, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library - Zoom 3 Virtual

A Classical Pilates series that follows the original blueprint created by Joseph Pilates over a century ago.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Mon, Jul 31, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Summer Reading Movie Matinees - All Together Now!

Mon, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us every Monday at 2 p.m. from June 26 to August 7 for a Movie Matinee. Each movie will tie in with the Summer Reading theme "All... more

Join us every Monday at 2 p.m. from June 26 to August 7 for a Movie Matinee. Each movie will tie in with the Summer Reading theme "All Together Now!" This is a free event series.

Teen Room Café - (Ages 12 - 18)

Mon, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through... more

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through the summer! No registration required.

Siamese Mah Jongg - IN PERSON - NEW

Mon, Jul 31, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Aug 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted... more

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted topics to the more serious issues of the day.

EVOLVE: Senior Strength and Mobility

Tue, Aug 01, 11:15am - 12:15pm

Cornerstone Montclair

*This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the ticketing link to register.

Alice's Tea Party - (Ages 6-11)

Tue, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Callooh! Callay! You are cordially invited to a special Alice in Wonderland themed tea party! Dress up in your favorite party outfit as... more

Callooh! Callay! You are cordially invited to a special Alice in Wonderland themed tea party! Dress up in your favorite party outfit as we screen the animated classic, "Alice in Wonderland."

Registration opens Saturday, July 1 2023 at 9:00am

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Tue, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Boogie Woogie Babies Outdoors at Bellevue Avenue Branch - 2-Year-Olds and Babies of Walking Age

Tue, Aug 01, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

A fun dance program for babies, toddlers, and their big person.

Babies in the Library copy - (birth - 18 months)

Wed, Aug 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 5 2023 at 9:00am

Gentle Yoga for Wellness - In-Person - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Aug 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair - Community Room

This is a paid Adult School Class. When registering, you will be taken to the Adult School Website.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Wed, Aug 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Children’s Literature and Arts - Story and Art Experience with Angela Gardner (ages 4-8)

Wed, Aug 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Children ages 4-8 enjoy a book followed by an art project.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 5 2023 at 9:00am

Summer Dance Series with Beyond The Boogie Dance Company

Wed, Aug 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Beyond the Boogie dance instructors will be here to teach you a series of dances this Summer as part of our All Together Now Summer... more

Beyond the Boogie dance instructors will be here to teach you a series of dances this Summer as part of our All Together Now Summer Reading Challenge.

A Taste of Memoir (for 55+ community and others) - Presented by The Writers Circle

Thu, Aug 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Join instructors from The Writers Circle in an engaging exploration of the craft of memoir writing.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Aug 03, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Listen on the Lawn Storytime - (for birth-age 5)

Thu, Aug 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come and join us for an in-person storytime for ages birth-5!

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Thu, Aug 03, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Aug 03, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Afternoon Storytime - (suggested for ages birth-5)

Thu, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come join us for an afternoon storytime for ages birth-5.

My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission - (Ages 12-18)

Thu, Aug 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us in the Auditorium for a screening of My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission! We'll even have snacks and swag! Registration... more

Join us in the Auditorium for a screening of My Hero Academia: World Heroes' Mission! We'll even have snacks and swag! Registration recommended but not required.

Playtime Fridays: Block Play - @Main - Babies (crawling)

Fri, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies can enjoy a space set aside for them in the Storyroom to play together with children just like them.

Pop-Up Storytime at Brookdale Park

Fri, Aug 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Offsite

Join Miss Kristen at Brookdale Park near the playground for storytime!

Playtime Fridays: Block Play - @Main - Toddlers (walking)

Fri, Aug 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Toddlers can enjoy a space set aside for them in the Storyroom to play together with children just like them.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Fri, Aug 04, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Fun Fact Friday Storytime - (suggested for ages 3-6)

Fri, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us as we learn about hip-hop in the nonfiction storytime with special guest teen volunteer readers!

Olaf's Frozen Party - (ages 3-8)

Sat, Aug 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Cool off from the dog days of summer with a Disney Frozen party in August! Celebrate with a variety of educational and fun activities... more

Cool off from the dog days of summer with a Disney Frozen party in August! Celebrate with a variety of educational and fun activities while listening to Frozen songs.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 5 2023 at 9:00am

Threats to the Amazon - @Main - A Zoophoria NJ Presentation (ages 7-11)

Sun, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Learn about obstacles animals of the Amazon River are facing, then meet some Amazonian animals.

Registration opens Sunday, July 9 2023 at 9:00am

Live from France: Virtual Cooking Experience

Mon, Aug 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Zoom

Learn to prepare an authentic French dish with the guide of the professional chef with the virtual live cooking experience.

Familytime (birth-5 years) - In Person

Mon, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

A fun storytime series for families with babies and young children.

Registration opens Monday, July 10 2023 at 9:00am

Pop-Up Storytime at Brookdale Park

Mon, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Offsite

Join Miss Kristen at Brookdale Park near the playground for storytime!

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Summer Session!

Mon, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library - Zoom 3 Virtual

A Classical Pilates series that follows the original blueprint created by Joseph Pilates over a century ago.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Mon, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Summer Reading Movie Matinees - All Together Now!

Mon, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us every Monday at 2 p.m. from June 26 to August 7 for a Movie Matinee. Each movie will tie in with the Summer Reading theme "All... more

Join us every Monday at 2 p.m. from June 26 to August 7 for a Movie Matinee. Each movie will tie in with the Summer Reading theme "All Together Now!" This is a free event series.

Teen Room Café - (Ages 12 - 18)

Mon, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through... more

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through the summer! No registration required.

Lego Club - (suggested for ages 4 & up)

Mon, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us in unstructured Lego play to create a masterpiece!

Koko: Therapy Dog Visit (Ages 5 and up) - @Main

Mon, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Read to Koko, a charming Shiba Inu, on select Mondays and Fridays.

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted... more

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted topics to the more serious issues of the day.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Tue, Aug 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Boogie Woogie Babies Outdoors at Bellevue Avenue Branch - 2-Year-Olds and Babies of Walking Age

Tue, Aug 08, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

A fun dance program for babies, toddlers, and their big person.

Dungeons and Dragons: Session 3 - (Ages 11-15)

Tue, Aug 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this series of roleplaying one shots. These sessions are designed for new players and... more

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this series of roleplaying one shots. These sessions are designed for new players and will use premade character sheets. All supplies will be provided.

Registration opens Saturday, July 8 2023 at 9:00am

Watercolor Bookmarks - In Person

Tue, Aug 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

We will use watercolor pens and special paper to design our own bookmarks. Registration is required

Lego Club - (suggested for ages 4 & up)

Tue, Aug 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us in unstructured Lego play to create a masterpiece!

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Wed, Aug 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Children’s Literature and Arts - Story and Art Experience with Angela Gardner (ages 4-8)

Wed, Aug 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Children ages 4-8 enjoy a book followed by an art project.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 12 2023 at 9:00am

Summer Dance Series with Beyond The Boogie Dance Company

Wed, Aug 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Beyond the Boogie dance instructors will be here to teach you a series of dances this Summer as part of our All Together Now Summer... more

Beyond the Boogie dance instructors will be here to teach you a series of dances this Summer as part of our All Together Now Summer Reading Challenge.

A Taste of Memoir (for 55+ community and others) - Presented by The Writers Circle

Thu, Aug 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Join instructors from The Writers Circle in an engaging exploration of the craft of memoir writing.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Aug 10, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Pop-Up Storytime - Nishuane Park

Thu, Aug 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

Offsite

Enjoy a storytime at Nishuane Park!

Listen on the Lawn Storytime - (for birth-age 5)

Thu, Aug 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come and join us for an in-person storytime for ages birth-5!

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Thu, Aug 10, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Afternoon Storytime - (suggested for ages birth-5)

Thu, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come join us for an afternoon storytime for ages birth-5.

Boogie Woogie Babies Outdoors @Montclair Public Library - Outdoors (auditorium if inclement weather)

Fri, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Auditorium,Library Plaza

The ever popular Boogie Woogie Babies returns with fun outdoor dancing sessions for toddling babies and their grownups!

Registration opens Friday, July 14 2023 at 9:00am

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Fri, Aug 11, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Summer Reading Club Finale: All Together Now - (All ages)

Fri, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Wrap up this year's Summer Reading Club by joining us for an ice cream social! Registration suggested.

Koko: Therapy Dog Visit (Ages 5 and up) - @Main

Fri, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Read to Koko, a charming Shiba Inu, on select Mondays and Fridays.

Familytime (birth-5 years) - In Person

Mon, Aug 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

A fun storytime series for families with babies and young children.

Registration opens Monday, July 17 2023 at 9:00am

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Summer Session!

Mon, Aug 14, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library - Zoom 3 Virtual

A Classical Pilates series that follows the original blueprint created by Joseph Pilates over a century ago.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Mon, Aug 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Teen Room Café - (Ages 12 - 18)

Mon, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through... more

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through the summer! No registration required.

Craft Time: Bracelet Party! - Drop In Craft Program

Mon, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us anytime between 3:00-4:00 p.m. to make your own bracelet!

Latin Dance Medley - @Main - Exploring Latin Culture Through Dance (ages 6-12)

Mon, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Enjoy a thrilling introduction into the world of Latin dance!

Registration opens Monday, July 17 2023 at 9:00am

Free Play Social Time - (suggested for ages birth-5)

Tue, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us as we make friends and play!

Drop-In Health Screenings - Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose

Tue, Aug 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Free health screenings courtesy of Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted... more

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted topics to the more serious issues of the day.

Sensory Playtime - (Ages 2-5)

Tue, Aug 15, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Squish! Splat! Squeeze! Explore the senses in this interactive hands-on program designed for toddlers and preschoolers.

Registration opens Saturday, July 15 2023 at 9:00am

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Tue, Aug 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Wed, Aug 16, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Children’s Literature and Arts - Story and Art Experience with Angela Gardner (ages 4-8)

Wed, Aug 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Children ages 4-8 enjoy a book followed by an art project.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 19 2023 at 9:00am

Gaming @ the Library - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Aug 16, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us in the Auditorium to play a variety of Switch games! We'll have consoles and controllers, but feel free to bring your... more

Join us in the Auditorium to play a variety of Switch games! We'll have consoles and controllers, but feel free to bring your own. Registration required.

A Taste of Memoir (for 55+ community and others) - Presented by The Writers Circle

Thu, Aug 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Join instructors from The Writers Circle in an engaging exploration of the craft of memoir writing.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Aug 17, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Listen on the Lawn Storytime - (for birth-age 5)

Thu, Aug 17, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come and join us for an in-person storytime for ages birth-5!

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Thu, Aug 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons!

Afternoon Storytime - (suggested for ages birth-5)

Thu, Aug 17, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Come join us for an afternoon storytime for ages birth-5.

Interactive Movie: The Wizard of Oz - (Ages 8+ and Families)

Thu, Aug 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Experience the fun of an interactive movie, where you don't just watch the film - you join in! Shouting out lines and other silliness is... more

Experience the fun of an interactive movie, where you don't just watch the film - you join in! Shouting out lines and other silliness is encouraged. A script and supplies are provided.

Registration opens Monday, July 17 2023 at 9:00am

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Fri, Aug 18, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Koko: Therapy Dog Visit (Ages 5 and up) - @Main

Fri, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Read to Koko, a charming Shiba Inu, on select Mondays and Fridays.

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Summer Session!

Mon, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library - Zoom 3 Virtual

A Classical Pilates series that follows the original blueprint created by Joseph Pilates over a century ago.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Mon, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Teen Room Café - (Ages 12 - 18)

Mon, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through... more

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through the summer! No registration required.

Lego Club - (suggested for ages 4 & up)

Mon, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us in unstructured Lego play to create a masterpiece!

Latin Dance Medley - @Main - Exploring Latin Culture Through Dance (ages 6-12)

Mon, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Enjoy a thrilling introduction into the world of Latin dance!

Registration opens Monday, July 24 2023 at 9:00am

Montclair Public Library Board Of Trustees Meeting

Mon, Aug 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

The Board of Trustees meets to discuss issues of governance of the Library. Meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Open... more

The Board of Trustees meets to discuss issues of governance of the Library. Meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act.

Free Play Social Time - (suggested for ages birth-5)

Tue, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us as we make friends and play!

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Aug 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted... more

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted topics to the more serious issues of the day.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Tue, Aug 22, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Itty Bitty Artists Session 1 - (suggested for ages 2-6)

Tue, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us as we create fun art and read stories for ages 2-6!

Itty Bitty Artists Session 2 - (suggested for ages 2-6)

Tue, Aug 22, 1:45pm - 2:15pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us as we create fun art and read stories for ages 2-6!

Dungeons and Dragons: Session 4 - (Ages 11-15)

Tue, Aug 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this series of roleplaying one shots. These sessions are designed for new players and... more

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this series of roleplaying one shots. These sessions are designed for new players and will use premade character sheets. All supplies will be provided.

Registration opens Saturday, July 22 2023 at 9:00am

Lego Club - (suggested for ages 4 & up)

Tue, Aug 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us in unstructured Lego play to create a masterpiece!

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Wed, Aug 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

A Taste of Memoir (for 55+ community and others) - Presented by The Writers Circle

Thu, Aug 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Join instructors from The Writers Circle in an engaging exploration of the craft of memoir writing.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Thu, Aug 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Pop-Up Storytime at Brookdale Park

Fri, Aug 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Offsite

Join Miss Kristen at Brookdale Park near the playground for storytime!

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Fri, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Gaming @ the Library - (for ages 12-18)

Fri, Aug 25, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Come hang out and play a variety of Switch games!

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Summer Session!

Mon, Aug 28, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library - Zoom 3 Virtual

A Classical Pilates series that follows the original blueprint created by Joseph Pilates over a century ago.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Mon, Aug 28, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Teen Room Café - (Ages 12 - 18)

Mon, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through... more

Come hang out in the Teen Room from 3 - 5:30pm on Mondays in July and August. We'll have snacks and fun activities to get you through the summer! No registration required.

Latin Dance Medley - @Main - Exploring Latin Culture Through Dance (ages 6-12)

Mon, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Enjoy a thrilling introduction into the world of Latin dance!

Registration opens Monday, July 31 2023 at 9:00am

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted... more

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted topics to the more serious issues of the day.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Tue, Aug 29, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

"The Automat" - Movie Screeing and Q&A - with Director Lisa Hurwitz

Tue, Aug 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us for a screening of the documentary "The Automat", followed by a Q&A session with the Director, Lisa Hurwitz.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Wed, Aug 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Thu, Aug 31, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Summer Lunch at MPL - (free to kids 17 and under)

Fri, Sep 01, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Stop by, Mondays through Fridays, and pick up a healthy brown-bag lunch. Free to kids 17 and under.

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Sep 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted... more

Led and moderated by volunteer Bob Sillery. Come join your peers for stimulating discussions concerning everything from light-hearted topics to the more serious issues of the day.

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Mon, Jun 05	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jun 06	10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jun 07	10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jun 08	10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jun 09	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 10	10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 11	1:00PM to 6:00PM

My Dad and The Dragon

Author Montserrat Coughlin Kim (recommended ages 4-10)

Thursday, October 136:30pm - 7:30pm

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Thursday, October 13
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