Story Time

Wednesdays at 10am for ages 2-5Join Ms. Mari in the Children’s Room for this special story time for toddlers featuring fun songs, stories, flannel activities and a take-home craft! Registration is not required but crafts will be given out on a first come, first served b......More

Wednesdays at 10am for ages 2-5Join Ms. Mari in the Children’s Room for this special story time for toddlers featuring fun songs, stories, flannel activities and a take-home craft! Registration is not required but crafts will be given out on a first come, first served basis. Questions? Contact Mari at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

ESL Conversation Class

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help you get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. No registration required. Questi......More

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help you get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. No registration required. Questions? Contact Michelle at 551-286-8244 or email [email protected]

Hackensack - Gallery Space, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Video Game Club

Wednesdays at 3:30pm for grades 3-6Drop by and play some video games in the library’s meeting room! No registration is required.Questions? Contact Gavin at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Meeting Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Baby Lap Time

Thursdays at 10am for ages 2 and belowJoin Ms. Mari as we sing songs and rhymes for infants and babies! No registration is required.Questions? Contact Mari at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Bilingual Story Time

Saturdays at 10am for ages 5 and belowJoin Ms. Mariel in the Children’s Room as we sing songs and read books in English and Spanish. Registration is not required but craft supplies will be handed out on a first come, first served basis.Questions? Contact Mariel at marie......More

Saturdays at 10am for ages 5 and belowJoin Ms. Mariel in the Children’s Room as we sing songs and read books in English and Spanish. Registration is not required but craft supplies will be handed out on a first come, first served basis.Questions? Contact Mariel at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

(R) Homework Helper

For grades K-6Be paired up with a teen volunteer for one-on-one homework or reading assistance. Please keep in mind that the number of available spaces is dependent on how many volunteers we have in the program. Caregivers can register here to get their child started. T......More

For grades K-6Be paired up with a teen volunteer for one-on-one homework or reading assistance. Please keep in mind that the number of available spaces is dependent on how many volunteers we have in the program. Caregivers can register here to get their child started. The student and volunteer will pick a day and time that works for both of them. Meetings must take place in the Children's Room for one hour every week.If you are in grades 7-12 and would like to be a Homework Helper volunteer, please fill out an application. Questions? Contact Gavin at [email protected] or 201-3434169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Monthly Activity Kits for Kids

Available for pick-up in the Children’s Room during library hours - for all agesEvery month we will feature a different craft kit, available for pick-up on a first come, first served basis every Monday. Questions? Contact Gavin at [email protected] or 2......More

Available for pick-up in the Children’s Room during library hours - for all agesEvery month we will feature a different craft kit, available for pick-up on a first come, first served basis every Monday. Questions? Contact Gavin at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x19.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Sensory Free Play

Mondays from 10-11am for ages 5 and belowJoin us for this free, unstructured play time! We will have tubs and bins filled with wonderful things to touch and experience. Materials were generously sponsored by The Greater Alliance Hopes & Dreams Foundation for Children.Re......More

Mondays from 10-11am for ages 5 and belowJoin us for this free, unstructured play time! We will have tubs and bins filled with wonderful things to touch and experience. Materials were generously sponsored by The Greater Alliance Hopes & Dreams Foundation for Children.Registration is not required.Questions? Contact Mari at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Crafternoon

Mondays at 3:30pm for grades K-6We will be exploring different crafts every week with Mr. Gavin! This program will take place in the Children's Room. Registration is not required but supplies will be given out on a first come, first served basis.Questions? Contact Gavin......More

Mondays at 3:30pm for grades K-6We will be exploring different crafts every week with Mr. Gavin! This program will take place in the Children's Room. Registration is not required but supplies will be given out on a first come, first served basis.Questions? Contact Gavin at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

ESL Conversation Class

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help you get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. No registration required. Questi......More

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help you get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. No registration required. Questions? Contact Michelle at 551-286-8244 or email [email protected]

Hackensack - Gallery Space, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

(R) Writer's Workshop

Calling all poets, short story writers, novelists, and memoirists to participate in Johnson Public Library's new writer's workshop. We will meet on the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30-8:30 PM. Bring a short sample of what you're working on to the meeting. Everyo......More

Calling all poets, short story writers, novelists, and memoirists to participate in Johnson Public Library's new writer's workshop. We will meet on the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30-8:30 PM. Bring a short sample of what you're working on to the meeting. Everyone will have the opportunity to read their work and receive and give supportive constructive feedback. To register, please contact moderator and local author, Peter Maloney, at [email protected] Questions? Email [email protected] or call 201-343-4169 x22.

Hackensack - Johnson Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Story Time

Wednesdays at 10am for ages 2-5Join Ms. Mari in the Children’s Room for this special story time for toddlers featuring fun songs, stories, flannel activities and a take-home craft! Registration is not required but crafts will be given out on a first come, first served b......More

Wednesdays at 10am for ages 2-5Join Ms. Mari in the Children’s Room for this special story time for toddlers featuring fun songs, stories, flannel activities and a take-home craft! Registration is not required but crafts will be given out on a first come, first served basis. Questions? Contact Mari at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

ESL Conversation Class

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help you get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. No registration required. Questi......More

ESL conversation classes are offered to those who are in a high intermediate to advanced English level. This class is designed to help you get comfortable speaking English in a social setting by learning new vocabulary and pronunciation. No registration required. Questions? Contact Michelle at 551-286-8244 or email [email protected]

Hackensack - Gallery Space, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Video Game Club

Wednesdays at 3:30pm for grades 3-6Drop by and play some video games in the library’s meeting room! No registration is required.Questions? Contact Gavin at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Meeting Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Baby Lap Time

Thursdays at 10am for ages 2 and belowJoin Ms. Mari as we sing songs and rhymes for infants and babies! No registration is required.Questions? Contact Mari at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Yarn Club for Kids

2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 3:30pm for grades 4-6Does your child enjoy yarn crafts or want to learn how to crochet or knit? Join our new bi-weekly Yarn Club for Kids! It’s a great opportunity for kids in grades 4–6 to explore a new artistic skill, get creativ......More

2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 3:30pm for grades 4-6Does your child enjoy yarn crafts or want to learn how to crochet or knit? Join our new bi-weekly Yarn Club for Kids! It’s a great opportunity for kids in grades 4–6 to explore a new artistic skill, get creative and make new friends.Participants should bring their own supplies such as yarn, crochet hooks, knitting needles or thread. Library materials are limited.Registration is not required, but recommended for those who would like an email reminder on the day of the event.Questions? Contact Gavin at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

(R) Blush Lilacs: Oil Paint Workshop

Let your creativity flow in this guided oil painting workshop with local artist Ovidija Paulter! All materials will be provided—just bring yourself.

Hackensack - Gallery Space, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

Bilingual Story Time

Saturdays at 10am for ages 5 and belowJoin Ms. Mariel in the Children’s Room as we sing songs and read books in English and Spanish. Registration is not required but craft supplies will be handed out on a first come, first served basis.Questions? Contact Mariel at marie......More

Saturdays at 10am for ages 5 and belowJoin Ms. Mariel in the Children’s Room as we sing songs and read books in English and Spanish. Registration is not required but craft supplies will be handed out on a first come, first served basis.Questions? Contact Mariel at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Hackensack - Children's Room, Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library