Name: Sensory Playtime
Start: 2023-08-15T11:00:00-04:00
End: 2023-08-15T11:30:00-04:00
Location: Main Library

Registration now closed

Sensory Playtime

(Ages 2-5)

2023-08-15 11:00:00 2023-08-15 11:30:00 America/New_York Sensory Playtime Squish! Splat! Squeeze! Explore the senses in this interactive hands-on program designed for toddlers and preschoolers. Main Library - Storytime Room

Tuesday, August 15
11:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2023-08-15 11:00:00 2023-08-15 11:30:00 America/New_York Sensory Playtime Squish! Splat! Squeeze! Explore the senses in this interactive hands-on program designed for toddlers and preschoolers. Main Library - Storytime Room

Main Library

Storytime Room

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

AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Infants/Toddlers | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Children's Programs | Arts & Crafts |

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Wed, Sep 27, 8:45am - 6:00pm

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Wed, Sep 27, 9:30am - 10:30am

First Lutheran Church

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Wed, Sep 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

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One-on-One Tech Support Sessions - with Montclair Gateway to Aging in Place

Wed, Sep 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

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Montclair Mobile Farm Stand

Wed, Sep 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm

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Wed, Sep 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm

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Gentle Yoga for Wellness Hybrid - Online - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Sep 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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Cuentos andinos: Andean Stories - (Recommended ages 3-7)

Wed, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

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Italian for Travelers - All Levels - Presented by Kristine Massari

Wed, Sep 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Instructor Zoom

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Anything Queer Lit Club - (In Person)

Wed, Sep 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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Registration is now closed

Basic Italian - Presented by Kristine Massari

Wed, Sep 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Instructor Zoom

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

Navigating College Admissions - (Teens & Parents)

Wed, Sep 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Film Club - Online - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Sep 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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Wed, Sep 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Learn about the broad strokes of the test’s changes as well as specific nuances that are critical for parents and students... more

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Main Library - Classroom

Turn your memories into a book created by you!

Registration is now closed

Knitting for Beginners - Presented by Patricia Way

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Main Library - Conference Room

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Thu, Sep 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

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Bring a blanket and come and join us for an in-person apple themed storytime!

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Thu, Sep 28, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

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Come share in the joy of reading at BAB's new book club for middle schoolers!

Registration is now closed

Practical French 1 - Presented by Sayydah Garrett

Thu, Sep 28, 5:00pm - 6:15pm

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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Main Library - Auditorium

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Main Library

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

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Thu, Sep 28, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Offsite

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Main Library - Storytime Room

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Canceled

Beginner Ukulele - Presented by Robert Mellman

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Bellevue Avenue Branch

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Sat, Sep 30, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Milburn Municipal Golf Course

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

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Sat, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

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Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

This is a paid Adult School class. When registering, you will be take to the Adult School website.

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

American Sign Language: Level 2 - Belle Hsu

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

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Mon, Oct 02, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

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

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Tue, Oct 03, 7:30am - 10:30am

To be determined weekly

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

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Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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Join us as we make friends and play!

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Main Library

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Main Library - Classroom

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

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Wed, Oct 04, 9:30am - 10:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

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Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Understanding Medicare - with American Senior Benefits

Wed, Oct 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Accurate, practical information about Medicare explained in an easy-to-understand manner.

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

Wed, Oct 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair

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

Gentle Yoga for Wellness Hybrid - Online - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Oct 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

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Wed, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Offsite

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

Book Discussion - Presented by Theodora McKee

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Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

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Wed, Oct 04, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

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A Window to Andean Tradition: Panpipe Workshop NEW - Presented by Pepe Santana

Wed, Oct 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Italian for Travelers - All Levels - Presented by Kristine Massari

Wed, Oct 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Instructor Zoom

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

Tips for Creating Your Personal/Career Narrative - Presented by Jennifer Rodgers

Wed, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Writing: Method & Motivation - Presented by Valerie Block

Wed, Oct 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Basic Italian - Presented by Kristine Massari

Wed, Oct 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Instructor Zoom

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

Film Club In-Person - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Oct 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah - YAC

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

Film Club In Person - Presented by Margo Cochran

Wed, Oct 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah

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

Bookmaking for Seniors

Thu, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Turn your memories into a book created by you!

Registration is now closed

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Oct 05, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

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

Knitting for Beginners - Presented by Patricia Way

Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

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

Thu, Oct 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

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

Crochet for Beginners - Presented by Patricia Way

Thu, Oct 05, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Cooking Healthy Mediterranean Cuisine - NEW - Presented by Montclair Culinary Academy

Thu, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Montclair Culinary Academy

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

Babytime Storytime - (suggested for birth-23 months)

Thu, Oct 05, 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, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

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

Día de los Muertos - (Ages 12 - 18)

Thu, Oct 05, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Learn about the cultural roots and traditions of Día de los Muertos by decorating your own sugar skulls and making a community... more

Learn about the cultural roots and traditions of Día de los Muertos by decorating your own sugar skulls and making a community altar! Registration required.

Practical French 1 - Presented by Sayydah Garrett

Thu, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Introduction to Calligraphy - Presented by John Majewski

Thu, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Manet and Degas: Making the World Modern NEW - Presented by Janet Mandel

Fri, Oct 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Canceled

Beginner Ukulele - Presented by Robert Mellman

Fri, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

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

The MILL Movie Class: World of Films - Presented by Mark Phelan

Fri, Oct 06, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

This is a free MILL class. Please register through the MILL website.

Where the Wild Books Are - (2nd - 5th Grade)

Fri, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Green Room

Join us in the Green Room in the Children's Department, where teen volunteer Claudette will read different chapter books!

Outdoor Golf - Presented by Lou Ruina

Sat, Oct 07, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Milburn Municipal Golf Course

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

Puppet Time! - A Halloween Puppet Show for All Ages

Sat, Oct 07, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join Puppet Time for a Halloween-themed puppet show!

Masks of the Americas: Workshop for Kids - With Monica Chavarria (Ages 6 and up)

Sat, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

A Latin American Heritage Celebration Program.

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Sat, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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Mon, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:15am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

Dress up in your favorite costume for our costume ball!

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Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

La France...en Francais! - Presented by Pierre Fabian

Mon, Oct 09, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

This is a paid Adult School class. When registering, you will be take to the Adult School website.

Evening Showcase of Peruvian Music and Dance NEW - In collaboration with Latinos of Montclair

Mon, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

The Birds of Autumn - Presented by Rick Wright

Tue, Oct 10, 7:30am - 10:30am

To be determined weekly

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

Memoir Triple Play NEW - Online - Presented by Marian Calabro

Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Pastels: Independent Study - All Levels - Presented by Michal Barkai

Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Shomrei Emunah

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

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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

Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us as we design and decorate our very own mini pumpkin!

iPhone Photography Workshop at Van Vleck - Presented by Joanna Madloch

Tue, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Van Vleck House and Gardens - Education Center

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Music & Movement - (suggested for ages 2-5)

Tue, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

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Lego Club - (suggested for ages 4 & up)

Tue, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us in unstructured Lego play to create a masterpiece!

Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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Main Library - Conference Room

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Practical Spanish 1 - Presented by Marielle Courtois

Tue, Oct 10, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Broken Promises: Urban Development in Puerto Rican NYC NEW - Presented by Lorrin Thomas

Tue, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Beginner Mah Jongg - Presented by Elisa Hirsch

Tue, Oct 10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Poetry Workshop - Presented by Elinor Mattern

Tue, Oct 10, 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Shomrei Emunah - Atrium

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

Stretch, Resistance & Light Cardio - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Oct 11, 9:30am - 10:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Chair Exercises - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Familytime - (birth - 5 years) Session 1

Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

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

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

Cornerstone Montclair

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

Gentle Yoga for Wellness Hybrid - Online - Presented by Jean Lyons

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

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Familytime - (birth - 5 years) Session 2

Wed, Oct 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Stories of Exile Reading Group - NEW - "On the Landing" by Yenta Mash

Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Women and Money Roundtable - How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets

Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library

A virtual, lively, and informative discussion on today’s financial markets and how they might fit into your portfolio.

Cuentos Puertorriqueños: Puerto Rican Stories - Hora de cuentos infantiles bilingüe

Wed, Oct 11, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

A Latin American Heritage Celebration program.

Ukraine War: Is there an End game? - Presented by Pierre Fabian

Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Writing: Method & Motivation - Presented by Valerie Block

Wed, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Basic Italian - Presented by Kristine Massari

Wed, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Instructor Zoom

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

TRANStory: A Poetry Reading - With Out Montclair

Wed, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Film Club - Online - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Oct 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Bookmaking for Seniors

Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Turn your memories into a book created by you!

Registration is now closed

Knitting for Beginners - Presented by Patricia Way

Thu, Oct 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Bilingual Children's Author Susie Jaramillo - (Babies - Pre-K)

Thu, Oct 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

A Latin American Heritage Celebration program.

Crochet for Beginners - Presented by Patricia Way

Thu, Oct 12, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

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Thu, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

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

Tarot Minor Arcana - Ace to Ten NEW - Presented by Steffanie Black

Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

An Evening with Cocomama - Latin Jazz and More!

Thu, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us for an entertaining evening of Latin jazz, salsa and more!

Practical French 1 - Presented by Sayydah Garrett

Thu, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Introduction to Calligraphy - Presented by John Majewski

Thu, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Manet and Degas: Making the World Modern NEW - Presented by Janet Mandel

Fri, Oct 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Introduction to Guitar - Presented by Joshua Rubin

Fri, Oct 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

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

Canceled

Beginner Ukulele - Presented by Robert Mellman

Fri, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

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

Era Uma Vez, na Biblioteca - Dia das Crianças Portuguese Storytime (Birth - 9 years)

Fri, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

A special O Dia das Crianças (Childrens Day) edition of Portuguese Storytelling as part of the Latin American Heritage Celebration.

Where the Wild Books Are - (2nd - 5th Grade)

Fri, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Green Room

Join us in the Green Room in the Children's Department, where teen volunteer Claudette will read different chapter books!

Research Your Home's History

Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Local History Room

This free workshop will assist you in discovering local resources available to help you research the history of your Montclair home and... more

This free workshop will assist you in discovering local resources available to help you research the history of your Montclair home and property.

Celebrating Frida Kahlo: Make a Self-Portrait with Your Pet! - (ages 8-11)

Sat, Oct 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Learn about the life and art of Frida Kahlo, the renowned Mexican painter and feminist icon. Then create a portrait of you with your pet... more

Learn about the life and art of Frida Kahlo, the renowned Mexican painter and feminist icon. Then create a portrait of you with your pet in her style!

Outdoor Golf - Presented by Lou Ruina

Sat, Oct 14, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Milburn Municipal Golf Course

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

Open Book / Open Mind; Rachel Swarns, "The 272"

Sat, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

An NYU journalism professor discusses her investigation of the fate of 272 slaves sold by the Catholic Church with the director of... more

An NYU journalism professor discusses her investigation of the fate of 272 slaves sold by the Catholic Church with the director of Harvard's Institutional Antiracism and Accountability Project.

Photography, Family and Memory After the Holocaust NEW - A Stories of Exile Program

Sun, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Mindfulness Meditation - Presented by Jodi Brooks

Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

Introduction to Classical Chinese Poetry NEW - Presented by Brian Hanson-Harding

Mon, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

La France...en Francais! - Presented by Pierre Fabian

Mon, Oct 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

This is a paid Adult School class. When registering, you will be take to the Adult School website.

American Sign Language Level 1 - Presented by Belle Hsu

Mon, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Montclair Public Library Board Of Trustees Meeting

Mon, Oct 16, 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.

American Sign Language: Level 2 - Belle Hsu

Mon, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

American Sign Language Level 3 - Presented by Belle Hsu

Mon, Oct 16, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

The Birds of Autumn - Presented by Rick Wright

Tue, Oct 17, 7:30am - 10:30am

To be determined weekly

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

Pastels: Independent Study - All Levels - Presented by Michal Barkai

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Shomrei Emunah

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

Pop-Up Storytime - Edgemont Park (birth - age 5)

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Edgemont Park - near the playground

Join Miss Nola at Edgemont Park near the playground for a storytime! We'll read stories and sing songs.

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

Tue, Oct 17, 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, Oct 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Free health screenings courtesy of Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Learn English

Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

This event is full

The MILL Art Talk - Presented by Margret Rothman

Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

This is a MILL program. Please register through the MILL website.

The Everything Book Club, DAYTIME IN PERSON - "Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore" by Robin Sloan

Tue, Oct 17, 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, October 18, for EVENING ZOOM! Registration required.

iPhone Photography Workshop at Van Vleck - Presented by Joanna Madloch

Tue, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Van Vleck House and Gardens - Education Center

This is a paid Adult School class

The Art of Tea: Become a Connoisseur NEW - With Selina Law

Tue, Oct 17, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Offsite

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

Queer Lit Club: Science Fiction Fantasy Edition - (In Person)

Tue, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Join us as we discuss This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone. Registration is required.

Practical Spanish 1 - Presented by Marielle Courtois

Tue, Oct 17, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

The Future of Affirmative Action and Legacy Admissions - NEW

Tue, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Navigating College Admissions - (Teens & Parents)

Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Offsite

Guests from Stand Out for College will help make the college admissions process less stressful by providing information on current... more

Guests from Stand Out for College will help make the college admissions process less stressful by providing information on current trends and how to find colleges that will be a good fit.

Beginner Mah Jongg - Presented by Elisa Hirsch

Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Stretch, Resistance & Light Cardio - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Oct 18, 9:30am - 10:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Research Your Home's History

Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Local History Room

This free workshop will assist you in discovering local resources available to help you research the history of your Montclair home and... more

This free workshop will assist you in discovering local resources available to help you research the history of your Montclair home and property!

Chair Exercises - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Familytime - (birth - 5 years) Session 1

Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

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

Wed, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair

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

Gentle Yoga for Wellness Hybrid - Online - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Familytime - (birth - 5 years) Session 2

Wed, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Book Discussion - Presented by Theodora McKee

Wed, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Teen Book Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Oct 18, 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! Registration is... more

Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! Registration is required. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month.

Teen Drag Bingo - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join Miss Harmonica Sunbeam, our Hostess with the Mostest, for a fun, fabulous night of Drag Bingo -- spooky style, just for... more

Join Miss Harmonica Sunbeam, our Hostess with the Mostest, for a fun, fabulous night of Drag Bingo -- spooky style, just for teens! Costumes encouraged but not required. Registration required.

Writing: Method & Motivation - Presented by Valerie Block

Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Waste Not, Want Not: Collage Lecture and Workshop - Presented by Anna Berlin

Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Home Selling 101 - Presented by Elaine Pardalos

Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

The Everything Book Club, EVENING ZOOM - "Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore" by Robin Sloan

Wed, Oct 18, 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 Wednesday, October 19, for DAYTIME IN PERSON! Registration required.

Film Club In-Person - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Oct 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah - YAC

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

Film Club In Person - Presented by Margo Cochran

Wed, Oct 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah

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

Insider’s Guide to College Admissions Tests - (Parents)

Wed, Oct 18, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Offsite

A Revolution Prep team member who’s helped hundreds of students get into college shares insider tips and tricks and gives an overview... more

A Revolution Prep team member who’s helped hundreds of students get into college shares insider tips and tricks and gives an overview of each test so you can develop a test-prep plan with your child.

Bookmaking for Seniors

Thu, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Turn your memories into a book created by you!

This event is full

Babytime: Little Read Edition! - (suggested for ages birth-23 months)

Thu, Oct 19, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons with special guest readers from the community!

In My Opinion: Writing Cultural Critiques NEW - Presented by Lisa Kingstone

Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Knitting for Beginners - Presented by Patricia Way

Thu, Oct 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Listen on the Lawn: Little Read Edition! - (for ages birth-5)

Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons with special guest readers from the community!

Crochet for Beginners - Presented by Patricia Way

Thu, Oct 19, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Babytime: Little Read Edition! - (suggested for ages birth-23 months)

Thu, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons with special guest readers from the community!

Afternoon Storytime: Little Read Edition! - (for ages birth-5)

Thu, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Bring a blanket and come and join us for an in-person afternoon storytime with special guest readers from the community!

Monthly Movie Magic (ages 8+) - Mummies (PG)

Thu, Oct 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us in our auditorium for an afternoon of family-friendly movies and popcorn!

Registration opens Thursday, October 19 2023 at 9:00am

Tracing Your Tree: Italian Genealogy NEW - Virtual Program - Presented by Frank Santoro

Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Tarot Minor Arcana - Ace to Ten NEW - Presented by Steffanie Black

Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Practical French 1 - Presented by Sayydah Garrett

Thu, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Introduction to Calligraphy - Presented by John Majewski

Thu, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Headed Back to Work, Mama?

Thu, Oct 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 3 Virtual

Are you headed back to the office after maternity leave, extended work from home or a longer break with kids? This workshop will help to... more

Are you headed back to the office after maternity leave, extended work from home or a longer break with kids? This workshop will help to ease the transition from motherhood to working mom.

Introduction to Guitar - Presented by Joshua Rubin

Fri, Oct 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

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

Canceled

Beginner Ukulele - Presented by Robert Mellman

Fri, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

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

Where the Wild Books Are - (2nd - 5th Grade)

Fri, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Green Room

Join us in the Green Room in the Children's Department, where teen volunteer Claudette will read different chapter books!

Little Read Party - with special performer, Fyütch!

Fri, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join special guest readers for our Little Read Party!

Botanical Drawing Workshop: Pumpkins and Gourd NEW - Presented by Heidi Sandeck

Sat, Oct 21, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Cornerstone Montclair - Community room

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

Teen Dungeons and Dragons - (Ages 12-16)

Sat, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring four-month campaign from September-December. Please review the program... more

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring four-month campaign from September-December. Please review the program description for important details. Registration is required.

This event is full

Author Talk: Emily Grossman Presents "Unlocked" - From Psych Hospital to Higher Self

Sat, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join Emily Grossman as she launches her book "Unlocked".

Mindfulness Meditation - Presented by Jodi Brooks

Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

How to Be Your Own Boss Without Going Broke - Financial Seminar with FPANJ

Mon, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

This session is for you if you are considering starting a business (even a side-hustle), have one up-and-running, or are navigating the... more

This session is for you if you are considering starting a business (even a side-hustle), have one up-and-running, or are navigating the decision to quit your job and build your business full-time.

Introduction to Classical Chinese Poetry NEW - Presented by Brian Hanson-Harding

Mon, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

La France...en Francais! - Presented by Pierre Fabian

Mon, Oct 23, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

This is a paid Adult School class. When registering, you will be take to the Adult School website.

Pumpkin Painting - (for ages 6-9)

Mon, Oct 23, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us as we design and decorate our very own mini pumpkin!

American Sign Language Level 1 - Presented by Belle Hsu

Mon, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

American Sign Language: Level 2 - Belle Hsu

Mon, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

American Sign Language Level 3 - Presented by Belle Hsu

Mon, Oct 23, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Pastels: Independent Study - All Levels - Presented by Michal Barkai

Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Shomrei Emunah

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

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Learn English

Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

Babies in the Library - (birth - 18 months)

Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:45am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Wiggle & Giggle with Miss Bee - (suggested for ages birth-age 5)

Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Bellevue Ave. Lawn

Music and movement, rhymes and rhythm, puppets, and a parachute–OH MY!

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

Tue, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us as we design and decorate our very own mini pumpkin!

The Art of Tea: Become a Connoisseur NEW - With Selina Law

Tue, Oct 24, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Offsite

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

Lego Club - (suggested for ages 4 & up)

Tue, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us in unstructured Lego play to create a masterpiece!

Five Nights at Freddy's Trivia - (Ages 13 - 18)

Tue, Oct 24, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Grab some pizza and test your knowledge on the first four ‘Five Nights At Freddy’s’ games – you might even win the grand prize!

Electric Vehicles for the Average Consumer - In Person

Tue, Oct 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Local advocates Ben Rich and Laszlo Kiss will present their knowledge and experience with Electric Vehicles. Registration is required.

Wall Street Investment Strategies Revealed - Presented by Ken Waitz

Tue, Oct 24, 6:25pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Making your Vision a Reality NEW - Presented by Diane Lang

Tue, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Beginner Mah Jongg - Presented by Elisa Hirsch

Tue, Oct 24, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Stretch, Resistance & Light Cardio - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Oct 25, 9:30am - 10:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Chair Exercises - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Familytime - (birth - 5 years) Session 1

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

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

Wed, Oct 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair

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

Gentle Yoga for Wellness Hybrid - Online - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Oct 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Familytime - (birth - 5 years) Session 2

Wed, Oct 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

The Lewis and Clark Expedition NEW - Presented by Judy Okun

Wed, Oct 25, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Creative Writing Workshop - (for ages 8 & up)

Wed, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Let your creativity flow by participating in free writes, writing prompts and sharing our work for ages 8 and Up.

Anything Queer Lit Club - (In Person)

Wed, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Join us as we discuss Ma and Me by Putsata Reang. Registration is required.

Writing: Method & Motivation - Presented by Valerie Block

Wed, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Waste Not, Want Not: Collage Lecture and Workshop - Presented by Anna Berlin

Wed, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Home Selling 101 - Presented by Elaine Pardalos

Wed, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Author Talk: Mark Braff - Sons of Baseball: Growing Up with a Major League Dad

Wed, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join Author Mark Braff for a talk on his book "Sons of Baseball: Growing Up with a Major League Dad".

Film Club - Online - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Oct 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Bookmaking for Seniors

Thu, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Main Library - Classroom

Turn your memories into a book created by you!

This event is full

The Twilight Zone: An Interactive Study - New Episodes! - Presented by Linda Hetcher

Thu, Oct 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

In My Opinion: Writing Cultural Critiques NEW - Presented by Lisa Kingstone

Thu, Oct 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

The History of Essex Mountain Sanatorium NEW - Presented by Maressa MacFarlane

Thu, Oct 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

The Corner Book Club - In person

Thu, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Join us for a lively librarian-led discussion of "The Ghost of Greenwich Village" by Lorna Graham.

October Storytime and Craft - (suggested for ages 2-5)

Thu, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us this October for a Halloween inspired story and craft!

Middle School Book Club - (for grades 6-8)

Thu, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Come share in the joy of reading at BAB's new book club for middle schoolers!

Ghost Cats Stuffies: Hand Sewing Workshop - Ages 7 - 10

Thu, Oct 26, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

We will be hand sewing and stuffing them ourselves!

Tracing Your Tree: Italian Genealogy NEW - Virtual Program - Presented by Frank Santoro

Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Tarot Minor Arcana - Ace to Ten NEW - Presented by Steffanie Black

Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Practical French 2 - Presented by Sayydah Garrett

Thu, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Introduction to Calligraphy - Presented by John Majewski

Thu, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Deni Bonet & Chris Flynn in Concert

Thu, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us for an uplifting evening of Americana and folk-rock music presented through a blend of voices, virtuoso violin, guitar, and humor.

Linked In and Your Career - Presented by Jennifer Rodgers

Fri, Oct 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Introduction to Guitar - Presented by Joshua Rubin

Fri, Oct 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

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

Intermediate Ukulele - Presented by Robert Mellman

Fri, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

The MILL Movie Class: World of Films - Presented by Mark Phelan

Fri, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

This is a free MILL class. Please register through the MILL website.

Read to a Therapy Dog - (Ages 5+)

Fri, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Read to Murray, a trained seeing eye dog now registered through the Bright and Beautiful therapy dog program in NJ. No registration... more

Read to Murray, a trained seeing eye dog now registered through the Bright and Beautiful therapy dog program in NJ. No registration required.

Sweet & Spooky Halloween Party - (for all ages)

Sat, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Families with children are invited to join us for a haunted house and spooky activities!

Mindfulness Meditation - Presented by Jodi Brooks

Mon, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Oct 30, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

Introduction to Classical Chinese Poetry NEW - Presented by Brian Hanson-Harding

Mon, Oct 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

La France...en Francais! - Presented by Pierre Fabian

Mon, Oct 30, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

This is a paid Adult School class. When registering, you will be take to the Adult School website.

American Sign Language Level 1 - Presented by Belle Hsu

Mon, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Queer Lit Club: Science Fiction Fantasy Edition - (Virtual Zoom)

Mon, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Zoom

Join us as we discuss This is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone. Registration is required.

American Sign Language: Level 2 - Belle Hsu

Mon, Oct 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

American Sign Language Level 3 - Presented by Belle Hsu

Mon, Oct 30, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Pastels: Independent Study - All Levels - Presented by Michal Barkai

Tue, Oct 31, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Shomrei Emunah

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

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Learn English

Tue, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

The MILL Art Talk - Presented by Margret Rothman

Tue, Oct 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

This is a MILL program. Please register through the MILL website.

The Art of Tea: Become a Connoisseur NEW - With Selina Law

Tue, Oct 31, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Offsite

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

Practical Spanish 2 - Presented by Marielle Courtois

Tue, Oct 31, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Beginner Mah Jongg - Presented by Elisa Hirsch

Tue, Oct 31, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Stretch, Resistance & Light Cardio - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Nov 01, 9:30am - 10:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Chair Exercises - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

First Lutheran Church

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, Nov 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair

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

Gentle Yoga for Wellness Hybrid - Online - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Nov 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Book Discussion - Presented by Theodora McKee

Wed, Nov 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Enneagram 101: 9 Personality Types NEW - with Syd Davis

Wed, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Financial Considerations as You Near Retirement - Presented by Eleanor Galt

Wed, Nov 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Writing: Method & Motivation - Presented by Valerie Block

Wed, Nov 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Film Club In-Person - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Nov 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah - YAC

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

Film Club In Person - Presented by Margo Cochran

Wed, Nov 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah

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

The Twilight Zone: An Interactive Study - New Episodes! - Presented by Linda Hetcher

Thu, Nov 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

In My Opinion: Writing Cultural Critiques NEW - Presented by Lisa Kingstone

Thu, Nov 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Tarot Minor Arcana - Ace to Ten NEW - Presented by Steffanie Black

Thu, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Practical French 2 - Presented by Sayydah Garrett

Thu, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Introduction to Calligraphy - Presented by John Majewski

Thu, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Introduction to Guitar - Presented by Joshua Rubin

Fri, Nov 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

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

Intermediate Ukulele - Presented by Robert Mellman

Fri, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Where the Wild Books Are - (2nd - 5th Grade)

Fri, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

New venue Main Library - Green Room

Join us in the Green Room in the Children's Department, where teen volunteer Claudette will read different chapter books!

Adoption, Sovereignty, and the Indian Child Welfare Act NEW - A Discussion

Sat, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Film Screening & Discussion: "Simple As Water" NEW - A Stories of Exile Program

Sun, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Mindfulness Meditation - Presented by Jodi Brooks

Mon, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

La France...en Francais! - Presented by Pierre Fabian

Mon, Nov 06, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

This is a paid Adult School class. When registering, you will be take to the Adult School website.

American Sign Language Level 1 - Presented by Belle Hsu

Mon, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

American Sign Language: Level 2 - Belle Hsu

Mon, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

American Sign Language Level 3 - Presented by Belle Hsu

Mon, Nov 06, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Pastels: Independent Study - All Levels - Presented by Michal Barkai

Tue, Nov 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Shomrei Emunah

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

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Nov 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Practical Spanish 2 - Presented by Marielle Courtois

Tue, Nov 07, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Beginner Mah Jongg - Presented by Elisa Hirsch

Tue, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Stretch, Resistance & Light Cardio - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Nov 08, 9:30am - 10:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Chair Exercises - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

First Lutheran Church

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, Nov 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair

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

Gentle Yoga for Wellness Hybrid - Online - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Nov 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Healthy Habits for Families

Wed, Nov 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Presented by Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.

Stories of Exile Reading Group - NEW - "The Glatstein Chronicles" by Jacob Glatstein

Wed, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Teen Book Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Nov 08, 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! Registration is... more

Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! Registration is required. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month.

Pokémon Club - (Ages 7 - 18)

Wed, Nov 08, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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.

Writing: Method & Motivation - Presented by Valerie Block

Wed, Nov 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Jews and the Labor Movement NEW - Presented by Keith Danish

Wed, Nov 08, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Film Club - Online - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Nov 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

The Twilight Zone: An Interactive Study - New Episodes! - Presented by Linda Hetcher

Thu, Nov 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

In My Opinion: Writing Cultural Critiques NEW - Presented by Lisa Kingstone

Thu, Nov 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Practical French 2 - Presented by Sayydah Garrett

Thu, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Introduction to Guitar - Presented by Joshua Rubin

Fri, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

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

Intermediate Ukulele - Presented by Robert Mellman

Fri, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Where the Wild Books Are - (2nd - 5th Grade)

Fri, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Green Room

Join us in the Green Room in the Children's Department, where teen volunteer Claudette will read different chapter books!

Mindfulness Meditation - Presented by Jodi Brooks

Mon, Nov 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

Tools to Create a Dynamic Resume

Mon, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

Resume Writing

Montclair Public Library Board Of Trustees Meeting

Mon, Nov 13, 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.

Pastels: Independent Study - All Levels - Presented by Michal Barkai

Tue, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Shomrei Emunah

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

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Learn English

Tue, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

The MILL Art Talk - Presented by Margret Rothman

Tue, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

This is a MILL program. Please register through the MILL website.

The Everything Book Club, DAYTIME IN PERSON - “Good Eggs” by Rebecca Hardiman

Tue, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Main Library

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, November 15, for EVENING ZOOM! Registration required.

Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Tue, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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 Tuesday of every month.

Practical Spanish 2 - Presented by Marielle Courtois

Tue, Nov 14, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Navigating College Admissions - (Teens & Parents)

Tue, Nov 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Offsite

Guests from Stand Out for College will help make the college admissions process less stressful by providing information on current... more

Guests from Stand Out for College will help make the college admissions process less stressful by providing information on current trends and how to find colleges that will be a good fit.

The Everything Book Club, EVENING ZOOM - "Good Eggs" by Rebecca Hardiman

Wed, Nov 15, 8:15am - 7:00pm

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 Wednesday, November 14, for DAYTIME IN PERSON! Registration required.

Stretch, Resistance & Light Cardio - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Nov 15, 9:30am - 10:30am

First Lutheran Church

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

Chair Exercises - Presented by Lorrain Salerno

Wed, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

First Lutheran Church

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, Nov 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Cornerstone Montclair

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

Gentle Yoga for Wellness Hybrid - Online - Presented by Jean Lyons

Wed, Nov 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Women and Money Roundtable - How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets

Wed, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library

A virtual, lively, and informative discussion on today’s financial markets and how they might fit into your portfolio.

Book Discussion - Presented by Theodora McKee

Wed, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Sew It! Pencil Case - (Ages 9 - 18)

Wed, Nov 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Learn how to sew your own pencil case on a sewing machine and learn how to sew a button too! No Sewing Experience Required. Mz. Ellen... more

Learn how to sew your own pencil case on a sewing machine and learn how to sew a button too! No Sewing Experience Required. Mz. Ellen will show you just how to stitch it! Registration required.

Film Club In-Person - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Nov 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah - YAC

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

Film Club In Person - Presented by Margo Cochran

Wed, Nov 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah

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

The Twilight Zone: An Interactive Study - New Episodes! - Presented by Linda Hetcher

Thu, Nov 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Monthly Movie Magic (ages 8+) - Elemental (PG)

Thu, Nov 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us in our auditorium for an afternoon of family-friendly movies and popcorn!

Registration opens Monday, October 16 2023 at 9:00am

Astrology: Pisces/Virgo Nodal Knowledge NEW - Presented by Steffanie Black

Thu, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Practical French 2 - Presented by Sayydah Garrett

Thu, Nov 16, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Introduction to Guitar - Presented by Joshua Rubin

Fri, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch

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

Intermediate Ukulele - Presented by Robert Mellman

Fri, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

The MILL Movie Class: World of Films - Presented by Mark Phelan

Fri, Nov 17, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

This is a free MILL class. Please register through the MILL website.

Read to a Therapy Dog - (Ages 5+)

Fri, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Read to Murray, a trained seeing eye dog now registered through the Bright and Beautiful therapy dog program in NJ. No registration... more

Read to Murray, a trained seeing eye dog now registered through the Bright and Beautiful therapy dog program in NJ. No registration required.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons - (Ages 12-16)

Sat, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring four-month campaign from September-December. Please review the program... more

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring four-month campaign from September-December. Please review the program description for important details. Registration is required.

This event is full

Open Book / Open Mind; Lisa Belkin; Genealogy of a Murder: - Four Generations, Three Families, One Fateful Night

Sat, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

An award-winning journalist in conversation with a bestselling novelist about a true crime account of three families whose paths collide... more

An award-winning journalist in conversation with a bestselling novelist about a true crime account of three families whose paths collide one summer night in 1960 with the murder of a police officer.

Mindfulness Meditation - Presented by Jodi Brooks

Mon, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Tower Room

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

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Session

Mon, Nov 20, 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.

Drop-In Health Screenings - Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose

Tue, Nov 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Free health screenings courtesy of Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Learn English

Tue, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

Practical Spanish 2 - Presented by Marielle Courtois

Tue, Nov 21, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Session

Mon, Nov 27, 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.

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Learn English

Tue, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

The MILL Art Talk - Presented by Margret Rothman

Tue, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

This is a MILL program. Please register through the MILL website.

Practical Spanish 2 - Presented by Marielle Courtois

Tue, Nov 28, 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Book Discussion - Presented by Theodora McKee

Wed, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Film Club - Online - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Nov 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Pablo Picasso - Presented by Janet Mandel

Thu, Nov 30, 10:30am - 11:45am

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Practical French 2 - Presented by Sayydah Garrett

Thu, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Main Library - Classroom

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

Intermediate Ukulele - Presented by Robert Mellman

Fri, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Where the Wild Books Are - (2nd - 5th Grade)

Fri, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Green Room

Join us in the Green Room in the Children's Department, where teen volunteer Claudette will read different chapter books!

Make Your Own Hand-Lettered Holiday Cards NEW - Presented by Swetha Shenoy

Sat, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Dec 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Session

Mon, Dec 04, 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.

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

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

Main Library

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.

Learn English

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

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

Soy Candlemaking: Gifts for the Holidays - Presented by Corin Wright

Tue, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

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

Scenes from "Exit West": A Play Reading with Luna Stage - A Stories of Exile Program

Tue, Dec 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

New venue Main Library - Auditorium,Green Room

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

NY Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show & Lunch on Arthur Ave - Presented by Adult School

Wed, Dec 06, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Offsite

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

Nutrition for Older Adults

Wed, Dec 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

With Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.

Stories of Exile Reading Group - NEW - "Exit West" by Mohsin Hamid

Wed, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Main Library - Tower Room

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

US & China: Contradictory Visions - Presented by Pierre Fabian

Wed, Dec 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

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

Film Club In-Person - Presented by Margot Cochran

Wed, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah - YAC

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

Film Club In Person - Presented by Margo Cochran

Wed, Dec 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Congregation Shomrei Emunah

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

Read to a Therapy Dog - (Ages 5+)

Fri, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Read to Murray, a trained seeing eye dog now registered through the Bright and Beautiful therapy dog program in NJ. No registration... more

Read to Murray, a trained seeing eye dog now registered through the Bright and Beautiful therapy dog program in NJ. No registration required.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons - (Ages 12-16)

Sat, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring four-month campaign from September-December. Please review the program... more

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring four-month campaign from September-December. Please review the program description for important details. Registration is required.

This event is full

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Dec 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Session

Mon, Dec 11, 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.

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Learn English

Tue, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Tue, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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 Tuesday of every month.

Women and Money Roundtable - How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets

Wed, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library

A virtual, lively, and informative discussion on today’s financial markets and how they might fit into your portfolio.

Book Discussion - Presented by Theodora McKee

Wed, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Zoom 1 Virtual

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

Teen Book Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Dec 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! Registration is... more

Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! Registration is required. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month.

Pokémon Club - (Ages 7 - 18)

Wed, Dec 13, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Classroom

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.

Monthly Movie Magic (ages 8+) - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (PG)

Thu, Dec 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join us in our auditorium for an afternoon of family-friendly movies and popcorn!

Registration opens Tuesday, November 14 2023 at 9:00am

Where the Wild Books Are - (2nd - 5th Grade)

Fri, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Green Room

Join us in the Green Room in the Children's Department, where teen volunteer Claudette will read different chapter books!

Play-Doh Playdate - (Ages 3-5)

Mon, Dec 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

Design new creations and discover new friends in this weekly preschool activity.

Open Level Pilates on the Mat - Virtual Session

Mon, Dec 18, 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.

Canceled

Montclair Public Library Board Of Trustees Meeting

Mon, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Library

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.

Drop-In Health Screenings - Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose

Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Free health screenings courtesy of Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Learn English

Tue, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

Interactive Movie: The Nightmare Before Christmas - (Ages 8+ and Families)

Thu, Dec 21, 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 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 silliness is welcome. A script and supplies are provided. Registration required.

Where the Wild Books Are - (2nd - 5th Grade)

Fri, Dec 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Green Room

Join us in the Green Room in the Children's Department, where teen volunteer Claudette will read different chapter books!

Canceled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Tue, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library

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.

Learn English

Tue, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Beginner Level English as a second language class.

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