Monthly Movie Magic (ages 8+)

Tween Holiday Cupcake Celebration - (Ages 9-12)

Thu, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

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

Registration is now closed

Canceled

Thu, Dec 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Main Library

Bring some sweetness to this holiday season by decorating a cupcake!

Teen Dungeons and Dragons - (Ages 12-16)

Fri, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies come hang out with other babies! Books and toys will be provided.

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

Decorate a Gingerbread House! - (a family event)

Sat, Dec 09, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

Decorate a gingerbread house together as a family!

This event is full

Adult Craft: Decorate a Gingerbread House! - (an adult event)

Sat, Dec 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

Decorate a mini gingerbread house!

This event is full

Decorate a Gingerbread House! - (a family event)

Sat, Dec 09, 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - First Floor

Decorate a gingerbread house together as a family!

This event is full

Winter Storytime - (birth - 5 years)

Sun, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join our friends from the Ecumenical Youth Ministry Project and Miss Brandi Kaye from Explorers Playgroup for a special Winter Storytime... more

Join our friends from the Ecumenical Youth Ministry Project and Miss Brandi Kaye from Explorers Playgroup for a special Winter Storytime with singing, dancing, and crafting!

All About Robotics! - (3rd - 8th graders)

Sun, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Join our friends from the Montclair High School Robotics Team for some fun STEM activities! Supplies are limited – registration required.

All About Robotics! Demo - (3rd - 8th graders)

Sun, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join our friends from the Montclair High School Robotics Team for an amazing robotics demonstration! Registration is not required for... more

Join our friends from the Montclair High School Robotics Team for an amazing robotics demonstration! Registration is not required for this drop-in event.

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

Main Library - Green Room

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

Rescheduled

Hot Topics Discussion Group - For Seniors

Mon, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Tuesday, December 12, 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

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.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:45am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board... more

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session.

Rescheduled

Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Tue, Dec 12, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Wednesday, December 13, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

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.

Make a Festive Ornament! - In person

Tue, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

We will use clear plastic balls to make a festive ornament. Registration is required.

This event is full

Wed, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Senior Cardio Stretch - with Beyond the Boogie Dance Company

Wed, Dec 13, 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.

This event is full

Wed, Dec 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

A low impact cardio and stretch dance class geared towards seniors.

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 - Storytime Room

Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade... more

Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade sets ready to go! You will have to bring your own Switch.

This event is full

Teachable Moments Book Club - facilitated by Adrienne Burke

Wed, Dec 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Group of 10 discussing titles that explores, Black, Indigenous and People of Color.

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Thu, Dec 14, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

Listen in the Library Storytime for ages birth - 5 - registration required

Thu, Dec 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Come and join us for an in-person storytime inside Bellevue Avenue Branch's Kid's Place for ages birth-5!

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Thu, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

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

Thu, Dec 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us this December for another story and craft!

This event is full

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!

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

Fri, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies come hang out with other babies! Books and toys will be provided.

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!

Kwanzaa Community Celebration - Libations and the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa

Sat, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Witness the ceremonial pouring of libations, and learn about the meaning and seven principles of the African-American celebration known... more

Witness the ceremonial pouring of libations, and learn about the meaning and seven principles of the African-American celebration known as Kwanzaa.

Kwanzaa Community Celebration - (All Ages)

Sat, Dec 16, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library

Celebrate Kwanzaa with the traditional pouring of the libations, a discussion of the seven principles, and family-oriented activities... more

Celebrate Kwanzaa with the traditional pouring of the libations, a discussion of the seven principles, and family-oriented activities designed for an interactive and educational experience.

Kwanzaa Community Celebration - Maati Cultural Arts Community Drummers

Sat, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

A demonstration by two members of the Maati Cultural Arts Community. This is an interactive drumming experience that includes... more

A demonstration by two members of the Maati Cultural Arts Community. This is an interactive drumming experience that includes instructor-led song and rhythm call and response.

Kwanzaa Community Celebration - Card Tricks and Balloon Twisting with ISLANDMAGIC

Sat, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Children's Floor

Fun card tricks and balloon twisting for families in the Children's Room!

Kwanzaa Community Celebration - Kwanzaa Art Activity with Mansa Musa

Sat, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Design a three-dimensional collage celebrating Kwanzaa's creative principle, Kuumba. This activity is recommended for ages 5 and up. New... more

Design a three-dimensional collage celebrating Kwanzaa's creative principle, Kuumba. This activity is recommended for ages 5 and up. New sessions start every 20 minutes. No registration needed.

Kwanzaa Community Celebration - Kora for Kwanzaa: Music and Dance from West Africa

Sat, Dec 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Master kora player Salieu Suso returns to the library to perform with his trio and folk dancers.

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

Main Library - Green Room

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

Rescheduled

Wiggles and Giggles with Miss Bee - (suggested ages birth - 5 years)

Mon, Dec 18, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Tuesday, December 19, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Mon, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Wiggle and Giggle with Miss Bee as she leads you on a magically musical ride.

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

Mon, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual Zoom

Join us as we discuss Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir. Registration is required.

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

Tue, Dec 19, 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, 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.

This event is full

Rescheduled

LEGO Club - (suggested for ages 4 & up)

Tue, Dec 19, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Wednesday, December 20, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Tue, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us in unstructured LEGO play to create a masterpiece!

Wed, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Teen Canvas Painting Party - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Dec 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.

This event is full

Wed, Dec 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

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

Anything Queer Lit Club - (In Person)

Wed, Dec 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Join us as we discuss the Color Purple by Alice Walker. Registration is required.

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Thu, Dec 21, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

Listen in the Library Storytime for ages birth - 5 - registration required

Thu, Dec 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Come and join us for an in-person storytime inside Bellevue Avenue Branch's Kid's Place for ages birth-5!

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Thu, Dec 21, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

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

Thu, Dec 21, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

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

Thu, Dec 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

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

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, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies come hang out with other babies! Books and toys will be provided.

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.

This event is full

Tue, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:45am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board... more

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session.

Teen Gingerbread Party - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Dec 27, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Wed, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Cafe Area

Come hang out in the Library Cafe and decorate some fun gingerbread cookies! Registration required.

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

Thu, Dec 28, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

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

Thu, Dec 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Join us as we discuss Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir. Registration is required.

Homeschooling Open House featuring Evelyn Mitchell on Harp - (All ages)

Fri, Dec 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies come hang out with other babies! Books and toys will be provided.

Tue, Jan 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Join the monthly gathering of families that homeschool. This month MPL is pleased to feature one of our own homeschoolers, Evelyn... more

Join the monthly gathering of families that homeschool. This month MPL is pleased to feature one of our own homeschoolers, Evelyn Mitchell on harp. Join us at 12 noon for her harp concert.

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Wed, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Thu, Jan 04, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

Listen in the Library Storytime for ages birth - 5 - registration required

Thu, Jan 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Come and join us for an in-person storytime inside Bellevue Avenue Branch's Kid's Place for ages birth-5!

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Thu, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

Thu, Jan 04, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

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

Mon, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

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

Rescheduled

Mon, Jan 08, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Tuesday, January 09, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Montclair Public Library Board Of Trustees Meeting

Mon, Jan 08, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.

Mon, Jan 08, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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.

Tue, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:45am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board... more

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session.

Rescheduled

Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Tue, Jan 09, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Wednesday, January 10, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Tue, Jan 09, 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.

Make a Cozy Hand Warmer - In person

Tue, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

We will make sweet smelling hand warmers using fabric, sewing needle and other materials. Registration is required.

LEGO Club - (suggested for ages 4 & up)

Tue, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us in unstructured LEGO play to create a masterpiece!

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

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

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

Wed, Jan 10, 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.

This event is full

Wed, Jan 10, 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.

Teen Book Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Teen 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, Jan 10, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade... more

Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade sets ready to go! You will have to bring your own Switch.

Teachable Moments Book Club - facilitated by Adrienne Burke

Wed, Jan 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Group of 10 discussing titles that explores, Black, Indigenous and People of Color.

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Thu, Jan 11, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

Listen in the Library Storytime for ages birth - 5 - registration required

Thu, Jan 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Come and join us for an in-person storytime inside Bellevue Avenue Branch's Kid's Place for ages birth-5!

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Thu, Jan 11, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

Era Uma Vez, na Biblioteca (Once Upon A Time At The Library) - Portuguese Storytime (recommended ages birth - 9 years)

Thu, Jan 11, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

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

Sun, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Don't miss this popular immersive Portuguese Storytime series!

Registration opens Sunday, December 17 2023 at 9:00am

Rescheduled

Mon, Jan 15, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Tuesday, January 16, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

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

Mon, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.

Tue, Jan 16, 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, Jan 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Free health screenings courtesy of Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.

Estimulación Musical para la Primera Infancia - (birth-24 months)

Tue, Jan 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Aprende, canta y muévete al tierno ritmo de la música mientras aprendes con tu bebé. Es necesario registrarse.

Registration opens Tuesday, December 19 2023 at 9:00am

Rescheduled

The Everything Book Club, DAYTIME IN PERSON - "My Brilliant Friend" by Elena Ferrante

Tue, Jan 16, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Wednesday, January 17, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Tue, Jan 16, 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, 17, for EVENING ZOOM! Registration required.

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

Tue, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

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

Wed, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Teen Tarot - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Jan 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.

This event is full

Wed, Jan 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Grab some sweet treats and learn the basics of Tarot -- you'll even get your own mini deck to take home with you!
Registration required.

The Everything Book Club, EVENING ZOOM - "My Brilliant Friend" by Elena Ferrante

Wed, Jan 17, 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, 16, for EVENING ZOOM! Registration required.

The Corner Book Club - In Person

Thu, Jan 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Join us for a lively librarian-led discussion of Colson Whitehead's Harlem Shuffle. Registration is required.

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

Thu, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us as we make friends and play!

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

Thu, Jan 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us this January for a story and craft!

Teen Dungeons and Dragons - (Ages 12-16)

Sat, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring five-month campaign from January to May. Please review the program... more

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring five-month campaign from January to May. Please review the program description for important details. Registration is required.

Mon, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

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

Rescheduled

Mon, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Tuesday, January 23, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Mon, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.

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

Tue, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:45am

Main Library - Storytime Room

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board... more

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session.

Tue, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Children will enjoy a program full of songs and dancing outside!

Rescheduled

LEGO Printmaking - (suggested for ages 4 & up)

Tue, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Wednesday, January 24, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Tue, Jan 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us for a printmaking project using LEGO's.

Queer Lit Club: Romance Edition - (In Person)

Tue, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

Join us as we discuss Mistakes Were Made by Meryl Wilsner. Registration is required.

Wed, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Senior Cardio Stretch - with Beyond the Boogie Dance Company

Wed, Jan 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.

This event is full

Wed, Jan 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

A low impact cardio and stretch dance class geared towards seniors.

Open Book / Open Mind; Kate Manne, "Unshrinking" - How to Face Fatphobia

Wed, Jan 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium,Conference Room

A Cornell philosophy professor and feminist author ("Down Girl" and "Entitled") tackles the issue of size discrimination with a leading... more

A Cornell philosophy professor and feminist author ("Down Girl" and "Entitled") tackles the issue of size discrimination with a leading book critic.

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Thu, Jan 25, 10:15am - 10:45am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

Listen in the Library Storytime for ages birth - 5 - registration required

Thu, Jan 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Come and join us for an in-person storytime inside Bellevue Avenue Branch's Kid's Place for ages birth-5!

Babytime Storytime for Birth - 23 Months - registration required.

Thu, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Sing nursery rhymes and songs with your little ones in our Bellevue Avenue Kid's Place.

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

Thu, Jan 25, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

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

Thu, Jan 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Classroom

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

Tick Tak Toe Boards: Hand Sewing Workshop - Ages 7 - 10

Thu, Jan 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

We will be hand sewing and playing tic tak toe on our own unique boards!

Registration opens Friday, December 22 2023 at 9:00am

Mon, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

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

Rescheduled

Mon, Jan 29, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Tuesday, January 30, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Read to a Therapy Dog - (Ages 5+)

Mon, Jan 29, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.

Mon, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

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.

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

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

Bellevue Avenue Branch - Kid's Place

Join us as we make friends and play!

Rescheduled

Tue, Jan 30, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Wednesday, January 31, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Wed, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:00am

Main Library - Storytime Room

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

Open Book / Open Mind, Ayana Mathis, "The Unsettled"

Wed, Jan 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.

This event is full

Sat, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium,Conference Room

The author of “The Twelve Tribes of Hattie” talks about her new family saga set in the 1980s spanning Philadelphia and small-town... more

The author of “The Twelve Tribes of Hattie” talks about her new family saga set in the 1980s spanning Philadelphia and small-town Alabama with a notable essayist and novelist.

Mon, Feb 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

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

Rescheduled

Mon, Feb 05, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Tuesday, February 06, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Mon, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.

Rescheduled

Tue, Feb 06, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

New date Wednesday, February 07, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Main Library

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

Chesstronauts - (Ages 8 - 14)

Wed, Feb 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.

This event is full

Wed, Feb 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Learn to play chess with the Chesstronauts! Kids of all levels will receive high-quality instruction, leading to improved strategic... more

Learn to play chess with the Chesstronauts! Kids of all levels will receive high-quality instruction, leading to improved strategic thinking, problem solving, and sportsmanship. Registration required.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons - (Ages 12-16)

Sat, Feb 10, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Classroom

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring five-month campaign from January to May. Please review the program... more

Explore the world of Dungeons and Dragons 5e in this recurring five-month campaign from January to May. Please review the program description for important details. Registration is required.

Valentine's Day Cards! - (Ages 3+)

Sun, Feb 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Green Room

Stop by the Children's Department to make your own Valentine's Day cards!
No registration required.

Mon, Feb 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

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

Montclair Public Library Board Of Trustees Meeting

Mon, Feb 12, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.

Mon, Feb 12, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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.

Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Tue, Feb 13, 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, Feb 14, 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.

Teen Book Club - (Ages 12 - 18)

Wed, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Main Library - Teen 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, Feb 14, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade... more

Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade sets ready to go! You will have to bring your own Switch.

Teachable Moments Book Club - facilitated by Adrienne Burke

Wed, Feb 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Group of 10 discussing titles that explores, Black, Indigenous and People of Color.

Drop-In Health Screenings - Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose

Mon, Feb 19, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.

Tue, Feb 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Tower Room

Free health screenings courtesy of Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center.

The Everything Book Club, DAYTIME IN PERSON - "Bluebird, Bluebird" by Attica Locke

Tue, Feb 20, 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, February 21, for EVENING ZOOM! Registration required.

The Everything Book Club, EVENING ZOOM - "Bluebird, Bluebird" by Attica Locke

Wed, Feb 21, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

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, February 20, for DAYTIME IN PERSON! Registration required.

Chesstronauts - (Ages 8 - 14)

Wed, Feb 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Storytime Room

Learn to play chess with the Chesstronauts! Kids of all levels will receive high-quality instruction, leading to improved strategic... more

Mon, Feb 26, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Green Room

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

Senior Cardio Stretch - with Beyond the Boogie Dance Company

Mon, Feb 26, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Teen Room

Come hang out in the Teen Room every Monday from 3 - 5:30pm -- we'll have games and fun craft activities for you! No registration required.

Wed, Feb 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium

A low impact cardio and stretch dance class geared towards seniors.

Comics Workshop: Telling a Story in 4 Panels - (Ages 8+)

Wed, Feb 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Main Library - Auditorium

Cartoonist, illustrator, and teacher R. Sikoryak will teach participants how to make comics using a 4 panel sequence. Registration required.

Registration opens Sunday, January 28 2024 at 9:00am

Open Book / Open Mind; James B. Stewart and Rachel Abrams - "Unscripted"

Thu, Feb 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Auditorium,Conference Room

A New York columnist and an Emmy-winning producer discuss their instant New York Times bestseller about a storied Hollywood dynasty... more

A New York columnist and an Emmy-winning producer discuss their instant New York Times bestseller about a storied Hollywood dynasty with the executive director of Montclair Film.

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

Main Library - Green Room

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