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As of Monday, October 5, the 2nd and 3rd floors at 500 Park Avenue are open and returning to regular hours. When you visit, please enter through the Park Avenue side entrance or the elevator entrance and follow the signage inside. The main entrance remains temporarily closed as renovation work continues on the 1st floor and mezzanine, and we appreciate your patience as we work toward completing this transformation.
The Grand Street Branch is also back to its normal operating hours and ready to welcome you. We have updated our FAQs page with everything you need to know before your visit.
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Thursday, October 8 at 12:00 PM
Grand Street Branch, Study Room
Staying connected matters, and the library wants to make sure you have access to the tools you need. Stop in to find out if you qualify for a low-cost cell phone with talk, data, and text service. No appointment necessary.
To be screened, bring a government-issued photo ID and one of the following:
- a SNAP or Medicaid card
- a W2 from your employer
- or a Social Security Income Verification Letter.
A one-time $5 copay applies, with cash or credit card accepted. Please note that an additional convenience fee applies for credit card payments. Eligibility is determined through an in-person screening.
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Banned Book Read-In
Thursday, October 8 at 3:30 PM
Grand Street Branch, Program Room
The library is hosting a Banned Book Read-In at the Grand Street Branch, part of a nationwide event in partnership with Libro.fm and Silent Book Club.
Bring your favorite banned or challenged title, or choose one from our table, and spend an hour reading quietly alongside your neighbors in a simple, powerful act of solidarity. Every attendee takes home a free audiobook from Libro.fm. No discussion required, just you, a book, and a room full of people who believe in the freedom to read.
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New Jersey's Precious Pinelands
with Jenkinson's Aquarium
Saturday, October 10 at 2:00 PM
Main Library, Story Time Room
Did you know that right here in New Jersey, over a million acres of forests, streams, and wildlife are protected in the nation's very first national reserve?
The New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve is a natural treasure in our own backyard, and this Family FUNday program brings it to life. Learn about the history of the vast oak-pine forests and the diverse wildlife that calls them home, then meet some incredible animal ambassadors from Jenkinson's Aquarium up close.
Perfect for kids, tweens, teens, and their accompanying adults. Family FUNday is sponsored by the Hoboken Public Library Friends & Foundation.
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Pokémon Go Community Walk
Saturday, October 10 at 2:00 PM
Meeting at Pier A (near fountain)
Gotta catch 'em all, and this time the adventure runs right through Hoboken.
The Hoboken Public Library is teaming up with the Hoboken Trainer Club for a Pokémon Go Walk in celebration of October's Community Day. Trainers of all ages are invited to explore downtown Hoboken while catching Zorua, with fun stops along the way including Church Square Park where the BookBike will be set up and ready for visitors.
Show your valid library card at the meetup to receive a code for in-game items, and keep an eye out for a special Community Day drink created just for the occasion by The Cup In Your Hand. A perfect way to spend a morning outside with your fellow trainers.
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Important update for Libby, OverDrive, and Kanopy users:
Hoboken Public Library is updating the sign-in requirements for these platforms. Starting Thursday, October 8, you will need an active library card and an account in good standing to access Libby, OverDrive and Kanopy. This brings them in line with our other digital resources, including Libby.
Here is what you need to do before the change takes effect:
- Check that your library card is not expired. If it is, you can renew it at the circulation desk at either branch. Bring a valid photo ID and proof of your current address.
- Make sure your account balance is below $10.00. Accounts with $10.00 or more in outstanding fines will not be able to access these platforms. You can pay fines at the desk or over the phone.
- Confirm your PIN. You will need your library card number and PIN to log in. If you have forgotten your PIN or have never set one up, stop by the desk and we will get you sorted.
Once your account is in good standing, logging in works the same as always.
If you run into any trouble after the update goes live, contact us at 201.420.2346 or visit us at 500 Park Avenue or 124 Grand Street (2nd Floor) and a staff member will help you get back in.
Not sure if your account is all set?
Stop by the library, give us a call at 201.420.2346, and we will be happy to help you get squared away before the change takes effect.
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Recurring Programs
Remember to always check our website for up-to-date information.
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Art with Liz
Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
Grand Street Branch, Health Dept. Program Room/ YouTube
October's Art with Liz takes on a richly themed focus, celebrating Latino American artists and their work throughout the month. Each week a new artist is introduced through discussion and a curated slideshow, followed by a hands-on project inspired by that artist's creative vision.
This week the class turns to Mexican American artist Rafa Esparza, whose powerful installation work constructed from handmade adobe bricks reframes the very meaning of walls in our cultural moment. Students will be invited to reflect on what walls have meant in their own lives, then create their own images of walls, whether metaphorical or literal, using earthy, minimalist palettes of ochres, acrylics, teas, and coffee grounds.
All materials are provided, all skill levels are welcome.
Registration is required, class is available both in-person and live on Zoom and YouTube.
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Teen-Led Lit Club
Wednesdays at 4:00 PM
Main Library, Teen Room
Led by Teen Advisory Board member Emma, this weekly creative meetup is a space for tweens and teens to read, write, draw, and express themselves however feels right.
Come to swap book recommendations, talk about the newest releases, and trade TBR lists with fellow readers. If you are working on your own writing, bring it along and share it with the group for feedback, or simply use the time to create at your own pace.
Journals, writing supplies, and art materials are all provided. All tweens and teens are welcome.
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Coding for Tweens
with Stevens Institute
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM
Grand Street Branch, Children's Room
The next generation of programmers starts here. Coding for Tweens is an interactive coding class for students in grades 5 and up, led by passionate volunteers from Stevens Institute.
Through hands-on activities and creative projects, students build foundational programming skills while developing the kind of problem-solving thinking that serves them well beyond the screen. The curriculum is designed to meet a variety of learning styles, so every young coder has the opportunity to find their footing and enjoy the journey.
Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged to secure your child's spot.
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Story Time with Jack and Bill
Saturday, October 10 at 11:00 AM
Grand Street Branch, Children's Room
Saturday mornings are always better with Jack and Bill!
Head over to the Grand Street Branch for a special story time featuring Ghosts in the House by Kazuno Kohara, a delightfully spooky and charming picture book that is perfect for the season.
Stick around after the story for a craft to bring the fun home. Perfect for little readers and their grown-ups looking for a great way to kick off the weekend.
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Read to a Dog
with Riley Maverick Mills
Sunday, October 11 at 1:00 PM
Main Library, Story Time Room
Read to a Dog is a warm and confidence-building program where school-aged kids get to practice reading aloud to the library's favorite four-legged listener. Riley offers something no classroom can quite replicate: a fully engaged, completely judgment-free audience who is always happy to hear one more page. While you wait for your turn, enjoy coloring sheets and a special surprise. Perfect for young readers who are building their skills and looking for a little extra encouragement along the way.
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A Court of Thorns and Roses
by Sarah J. Maas
When nineteen-year-old Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, she has no idea it will cost her everything she knows. Dragged into a treacherous and breathtaking faerie land, she finds that her captor Tamlin is not the monster she expected, and that the world beyond the wall is far more dangerous and more beautiful than any story prepared her for.
Sarah J. Maas weaves romance, mythology, and high-stakes adventure into a compulsively readable fantasy that has captivated millions of readers worldwide. For anyone who loves their love stories with magic, tension, and a curse that needs breaking before time runs out.
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The Perks of Being a Wall Flower
by Stephen Chbosky
Charlie is starting high school as a quiet, observant freshman who notices everything and says very little. Told through letters he writes to an unnamed friend, his story follows a year of firsts: new friendships with Sam and Patrick, mixtapes, parties, and first love, all while he carries the grief of losing his best friend.
Honest, tender, and deeply human. It was also the #2 most challenged book in the country in 2025, which makes this Banned Books Week the perfect time to read it for yourself.
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The Adventures of Captain Underpants
by Dav Pilkey
George and Harold are best friends, amateur comic book creators, and arguably the most creative troublemakers at Jerome Horwitz Elementary School. When they accidentally hypnotize their humorless principal into becoming the world's greatest superhero, things go wonderfully, spectacularly wrong.
Dav Pilkey's beloved classic is pure, joyful chaos from start to finish, packed with flip-o-ramas, silly sound effects, and the kind of humor that makes kids laugh so hard they forget they are reading. The perfect book for any young reader who has ever been told they were too silly, because sometimes silly saves the day.
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