Talk to the Social Work Intern

The Bergenfield Library strives to develop cooperative relationships with community organizations and local governmental agencies. To further the our goal of connecting our community with the resources you need, we offer the services of our Social Work intern (Master of......More

The Bergenfield Library strives to develop cooperative relationships with community organizations and local governmental agencies. To further the our goal of connecting our community with the resources you need, we offer the services of our Social Work intern (Master of Social Work student) who can assist you with:Finding community resources and providing agency referralCompleting applications for Social Security, SNAP, Medicaid/Medicare, and other benefit programsGetting an ID, Birth Certificate, and other vital documentsPlease note that the social work intern is not able to provide any clinical services (i.e. therapy). We are able to refer you to a social service agency that can provide clinical support.There are no residency requirements to meet with the social work intern. All are welcome to drop in! Se habla español. Meetings are on a first come, first serve basis.Social work services at the library are free of charge. We cannot guarantee that any referral services will also be free of charge. Participation is completely voluntary.This program is a partnership with Adelphi University School of Social Work, Fairleigh Dickinson School of Social Work and Rutgers University School of Social Work.

Bergenfield - Conference Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Junior Library Council

Various tasks and activities are offered to benefit the Bergenfield Library and/or greater Bergenfield community. Some meetings will be held in person & others will be held virtually. When the meeting is held virtually, you must be an enrolled member and you must also r......More

Various tasks and activities are offered to benefit the Bergenfield Library and/or greater Bergenfield community. Some meetings will be held in person & others will be held virtually. When the meeting is held virtually, you must be an enrolled member and you must also register each month through the library’s website calendar to receive the meeting link.Enrollment in the program is now closed. Only existing enrolled Bergenfield student members may attend scheduled meetings through May.

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield Public Library

Chair Yoga & Meditation

Join a certified yoga instructor for a session of chair yoga and meditation. Please wear comfortable clothes. This program is part of the Mayor's Wellness Program.

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield Public Library

Just Music and Books

Join Miss Jo Anne every Tuesday and listen to some stories and sing some songs. Stay for a short time after storytime for some free play and socialization.For Ages 3 - 5. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Please r......More

Join Miss Jo Anne every Tuesday and listen to some stories and sing some songs. Stay for a short time after storytime for some free play and socialization.For Ages 3 - 5. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Please register for ALL the sessions you'll be attending. Bergenfield residents only. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately. Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your child appear in a photo, let a staff member know.

Bergenfield - Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Virtual Author Talk: Shoshana Walter & Barbara Kingsolver

Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal. In this work, Walter, a Pulitzer finalist, exposes the country’s ......More

Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal. In this work, Walter, a Pulitzer finalist, exposes the country’s failed response to the opioid crisis, and the malfeasance, corruption, and snake oil which blight the drug rehabilitation industry.Click here to Register and view more Author Talks

Bergenfield Public Library

Make Your Own Springtime Cress Head

Celebrate the beginning of spring by planting cress seeds! We’ll have fun decorating pots to keep and turning them into our very own cress heads.For Grades 3 - 5. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Only one adult p......More

Celebrate the beginning of spring by planting cress seeds! We’ll have fun decorating pots to keep and turning them into our very own cress heads.For Grades 3 - 5. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately.Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your child appear in a photo, let a staff member know.

Bergenfield - Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Peek-a-Book Storytime

Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, dance, and some free play!For Ages 0 - 4. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event; please register for ALL the sessions you'll be attending. This......More

Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, dance, and some free play!For Ages 0 - 4. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event; please register for ALL the sessions you'll be attending. This program is for Bergenfield residents only. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately.Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your child appear in a photo, let a staff member know.

Bergenfield - Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Project Healthy Bones

Project Healthy Bones is a 24-week exercise and education program for older women and men at risk for, or who have, osteoporosis. The program includes exercises that target the body’s larger muscle groups to improve strength, balance, and flexibility. The 24-week curric......More

Project Healthy Bones is a 24-week exercise and education program for older women and men at risk for, or who have, osteoporosis. The program includes exercises that target the body’s larger muscle groups to improve strength, balance, and flexibility. The 24-week curriculum also features sessions on the importance of exercise, nutrition, safety, and drug therapy. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring water.For adults. Registration is required on our online calendar; you must also complete the attached waiver forms before the start of the program. For more information, a brochure is also available in the attached documents.

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield Public Library

Wednesday Afternoon Movies

Fancy a break in the middle of the week? Come to the library at 1:00pm to watch a movie with us!Pick up a flyer at the library for a full list of this month's showings.

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield Public Library

Women's History Month Series

Join us on Wednesdays to do an assortment of trivia, games, and bingo related to famous female leaders, artists, and influencers in honor of Women’s History Month. Small prizes will be awarded!For Grades 6 - 12. Drop-in program. Please be advised that library staff may ......More

Join us on Wednesdays to do an assortment of trivia, games, and bingo related to famous female leaders, artists, and influencers in honor of Women’s History Month. Small prizes will be awarded!For Grades 6 - 12. Drop-in program. Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your child appear in a photo, let a staff member know.

Bergenfield - Young Adult Activity Room (1st Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Open Play Time

A great way for babies and toddlers to learn social skills, play with others and use their imaginations as they play with our select toys.For Ages 1 - 4. Drop-in program. Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If ......More

A great way for babies and toddlers to learn social skills, play with others and use their imaginations as they play with our select toys.For Ages 1 - 4. Drop-in program. Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your child appear in a photo, let a staff member know

Bergenfield - Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Talk to the Social Work Intern

The Bergenfield Library strives to develop cooperative relationships with community organizations and local governmental agencies. To further the our goal of connecting our community with the resources you need, we offer the services of our Social Work intern (Master of......More

The Bergenfield Library strives to develop cooperative relationships with community organizations and local governmental agencies. To further the our goal of connecting our community with the resources you need, we offer the services of our Social Work intern (Master of Social Work student) who can assist you with:Finding community resources and providing agency referralCompleting applications for Social Security, SNAP, Medicaid/Medicare, and other benefit programsGetting an ID, Birth Certificate, and other vital documentsPlease note that the social work intern is not able to provide any clinical services (i.e. therapy). We are able to refer you to a social service agency that can provide clinical support.There are no residency requirements to meet with the social work intern. All are welcome to drop in! Se habla español. Meetings are on a first come, first served basis.Social work services at the library are free of charge. We cannot guarantee that any referral services will also be free of charge. Participation is completely voluntary. This program is a partnership with Adelphi University School of Social Work, Fairleigh Dickinson School of Social Work and Rutgers University School of Social Work.

Bergenfield - Conference Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

She-roes Books & Crafts

Each week will learn about different famous women in history, take turns reading out loud about their lives and make a take home craft.For Grades 2 - 4. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Please register for ALL th......More

Each week will learn about different famous women in history, take turns reading out loud about their lives and make a take home craft.For Grades 2 - 4. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Please register for ALL the sessions you'll be attending. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately. Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your child appear in a photo, let a staff member know.

Bergenfield - Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Bad Art Studio

Why must art always be good? Make bad art on purpose in our bad art studio and feel the freedom that only comes with being absolutely awful at something.For Grades 6 -12. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Please b......More

Why must art always be good? Make bad art on purpose in our bad art studio and feel the freedom that only comes with being absolutely awful at something.For Grades 6 -12. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your child appear in a photo, let a staff member know.

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield Public Library

Talk to the Social Work Intern

The Bergenfield Library strives to develop cooperative relationships with community organizations and local governmental agencies. To further the our goal of connecting our community with the resources you need, we offer the services of our Social Work intern (Master of......More

The Bergenfield Library strives to develop cooperative relationships with community organizations and local governmental agencies. To further the our goal of connecting our community with the resources you need, we offer the services of our Social Work intern (Master of Social Work student) who can assist you with:Finding community resources and providing agency referralCompleting applications for Social Security, SNAP, Medicaid/Medicare, and other benefit programsGetting an ID, Birth Certificate, and other vital documentsPlease note that the social work intern is not able to provide any clinical services (i.e. therapy). We are able to refer you to a social service agency that can provide clinical support.There are no residency requirements to meet with the social work intern. All are welcome to drop in! Se habla español. Meetings are on a first come, first serve basis.Social work services at the library are free of charge. We cannot guarantee that any referral services will also be free of charge. Participation is completely voluntary.This program is a partnership with Adelphi University School of Social Work, Fairleigh Dickinson School of Social Work and Rutgers University School of Social Work.

Bergenfield - Conference Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

"The Faceless Woman" Book Event & Author Talk

Join local Bergen County author Gina Marie Agderian on Sunday, March 15th, 2026, at 1:00 PM as she discusses her latest novel The Faceless Woman. The afternoon will start with a book discussion, followed by a Q&A session and book signing.For all ages. Limited copies of ......More

Join local Bergen County author Gina Marie Agderian on Sunday, March 15th, 2026, at 1:00 PM as she discusses her latest novel The Faceless Woman. The afternoon will start with a book discussion, followed by a Q&A session and book signing.For all ages. Limited copies of The Faceless Woman as well as her first novel The Letters in the Old House will be available for purchase, and both novels are available for purchase on Amazon. Freshly popped popcorn will be provided courtesy of Conrad’s Concessions.

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield Public Library

Chair Yoga & Meditation

Join a certified yoga instructor for a session of chair yoga and meditation. Please wear comfortable clothes. This program is part of the Mayor's Wellness Program.

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield Public Library

Just Music and Books

Join Miss Jo Anne every Tuesday and listen to some stories and sing some songs. Stay for a short time after storytime for some free play and socialization.For Ages 3 - 5. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Please r......More

Join Miss Jo Anne every Tuesday and listen to some stories and sing some songs. Stay for a short time after storytime for some free play and socialization.For Ages 3 - 5. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Please register for ALL the sessions you'll be attending. Bergenfield residents only. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately. Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your child appear in a photo, let a staff member know.

Bergenfield - Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Mahjong Classes

Come learn the American version of this ancient Chinese game in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. An instructor will teach you all you need to know to play this challenging and exciting game, so while some experience is preferred, all enthusiasts are welcome to join!Mahjong......More

Come learn the American version of this ancient Chinese game in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. An instructor will teach you all you need to know to play this challenging and exciting game, so while some experience is preferred, all enthusiasts are welcome to join!Mahjong sets will be provided; please bring your own cards.

Bergenfield - Young Adult Activity Room (1st Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Peek-a-Book Storytime

Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, dance, and some free play!For Ages 0 - 4. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event; please register for ALL the sessions you'll be attending. This......More

Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, dance, and some free play!For Ages 0 - 4. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event; please register for ALL the sessions you'll be attending. This program is for Bergenfield residents only. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately.Please be advised that library staff may take photos during the event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your child appear in a photo, let a staff member know.

Bergenfield - Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield Public Library

Project Healthy Bones

Project Healthy Bones is a 24-week exercise and education program for older women and men at risk for, or who have, osteoporosis. The program includes exercises that target the body’s larger muscle groups to improve strength, balance, and flexibility. The 24-week curric......More

Project Healthy Bones is a 24-week exercise and education program for older women and men at risk for, or who have, osteoporosis. The program includes exercises that target the body’s larger muscle groups to improve strength, balance, and flexibility. The 24-week curriculum also features sessions on the importance of exercise, nutrition, safety, and drug therapy. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring water.For adults. Registration is required on our online calendar; you must also complete the attached waiver forms before the start of the program. For more information, a brochure is also available in the attached documents.

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield Public Library

Wednesday Afternoon Movies

Fancy a break in the middle of the week? Come to the library at 1:00pm to watch a movie with us!Pick up a flyer at the library for a full list of this month's showings.

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level), Bergenfield Public Library