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Saturday, October 17 at 11:00 AM
Grand Street Branch, Program Room
¡Vamos a practicar español!
Spanish Conversation Café is a monthly meetup for adults who have some Spanish under their belt and want to build confidence actually using it. This is a casual, supportive space to practice your conversational skills, connect with fellow learners, and shake off any rust in a low-pressure setting. Light refreshments will be served.
Please note this is not a beginner Spanish class, some prior knowledge of the language is required.
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Saturday, October 17 at 2:00 PM
Grand Street Branch, Program Room
October is Italian Heritage Month, and the library is celebrating!
Come craft, read, and settle in for a screening of Pixar’s beloved Luca, a sun-drenched story of friendship, adventure, and the magic of a summer that changes everything, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Italian Riviera. Browse a selection of books curated for the occasion, get creative with a themed craft, and enjoy an afternoon that honors the rich culture and traditions of Italian heritage with the whole family.
All craft materials are provided.
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Sunday, October 18 at 12:00 PM
Main Library, Large Program Room
Ms. Dorothee is back, and this time she is bringing a very special guest teacher along for the fun. The library’s Family Paint and Sip program returns with a creative twist: this session everyone gets to paint their very own tote bag to take home. Perfect for kids ages 7 and up and their caregivers, as well as tweens and teens looking for a fun and artsy afternoon together.
Spots are limited, so register today to secure your place at the table.
Family FUNday is sponsored by the Hoboken Public Library Friends & Foundation.
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Simple Strategies for Baby's First Year
Monday, October 19 at 12:30 PM
Main Library, Story Time Room
If your baby’s sleep schedule has you stumped, you are not alone, and help is here!
Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Deena Keren, is coming to the library for a practical, supportive workshop designed to help families build a strong foundation for better sleep during the first year and beyond.
Topics include:
- Safe sleep practices
- Age-appropriate schedules and routines
- Ppositive sleep associations
- Realistic strategies for soothing and responding to your baby.
There will also be dedicated time for Q&A, so bring your biggest sleep questions along. Because the whole family sleeps better when baby does.
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Important update for Libby, OverDrive, and Kanopy users:
Hoboken Public Library is updating the sign-in requirements for these platforms. To access these services 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.
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Recurring Programs
Remember to always check our website for up-to-date information.
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Teen Advisory Board (TAB Meeting)
Thursday, October 15 at 4:00 PM
Main Library, Teen Room
The Teen Advisory Board is meeting at the library, and we want you in the room!
Whether you are a returning member or showing up for the first time, this is your chance to help shape the programs, events, and experiences that make the library work for teens in Hoboken. Come ready to brainstorm, pitch ideas, and get involved in something that actually makes a difference. All teens are welcome.
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Sip & Paint for Adults
Saturday, October 17 at 2:00 PM
Multi-Service Center, Senior Room

Unwind, create, and connect. Sip and Paint is a relaxed, guided painting experience where adults can explore their artistic side while sipping on thoughtfully prepared mocktails in a welcoming, alcohol-free environment. Step-by-step instruction means no prior experience is necessary, and all art supplies are provided. Whether you are looking to try something new, meet neighbors, or simply enjoy a creative afternoon away from the usual routine, this is the place to be. Just bring yourself and a willingness to have fun. For adults only.
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Math Circle
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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Passport Book Club
Tuesday, October 20 at 12:00 PM
Main Library, Large Program Room

Where will a good book take you next?
The Passport Book Club returns this month with John Steinbeck’s Travels with Charley, a classic American road memoir about a legendary author who feared he had lost touch with his own country and set out to find it again, accompanied by a distinguished French poodle named Charley and a pickup truck named Rocinante. Part travelogue, part meditation on American identity, it is the kind of book that makes you want to hit the road yourself.
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American Mahjong Club
Tuesday, October 20 at 2:00 PM
Grand Street Branch, Program Room

Rack your tiles and get ready to play!
American Mahjong brings its own rhythm to the classic game, with jokers in play, a fresh National Mah Jongg League card each year, and a satisfying complexity that keeps seasoned players coming back season after season. Whether you’re hunting for that last dragon to complete your hand or still learning to read the board, this is a welcoming table for adults of all skill levels ages 18 and up.
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I Will Kill Your Imaginary Friend for $200
by Robert Brockway
Ivan has a very specific skill set and a very unusual business card. For adults who never quite let go of their childhood companions, he offers a service: for $200, he will take care of the problem. It is a living. Then he meets Kay, a bright and anxious eight-year-old whose imaginary friend Eddie Video is loud, chaotic, and considerably harder to dispatch than anything Ivan has encountered before.
Brockway balances genuine comedy with unexpected emotional weight, weaving together two perspectives on childhood, loneliness, and the things we carry with us long after we are supposed to have grown up. Funny, strange, and surprisingly moving, this one is impossible to categorize and impossible to put down.
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So Let Them Burn
by Kamilah Cole
Faron once wielded the power of the gods to drive colonizers and their dragons from her island. She thought the hard part was over. Then her sister Elara forms an unbreakable bond with one of those same enemy dragons, and suddenly the battle lines Faron fought so hard to draw start to blur in ways she never anticipated.
Cole's debut novel builds a world rich with mythology, colonialism, and the complicated love between sisters, then sets it spectacularly on fire. Propulsive, emotionally layered, and packed with the kind of magic that feels earned rather than convenient.
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The Pizza Dog
by Erin Farley
Zeppole has a dream: to make pizza just like the legendary miniature Italian greyhounds Giuseppe, Enzo, and Valentino. The only problem is that he is a golden retriever, and golden retrievers are not exactly known for their delicate touch in the kitchen.
Warm and charming, this picture book is a celebration of trying anyway, with a little help from a friend who believes in you before you believe in yourself. Perfect for little readers who have ever felt too big, too clumsy, or just not quite right for the thing they wanted most.
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