Fall Community Garage Sale

Sat - Sun, September 26 - 27

9:00am - 5:00pm

Our Community Garage Sale will be back for the fall! Please fill out the registration form below in order to participate. Registration ends Friday, September 18.

The Bergenfield Community Garage Sale Events will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds or rain dates.

Fixing to visit more garage sales? Our friends in New Milford are also having garage sale during the same weekend; you can pick up maps at the New Milford Library.

Stop & Shop Community Bag

Throughout September

Support the Friends of the Library by shopping for groceries! The Friends will receive $1 for each $2.50 reusable Community Bag sold throughout the month of September 2026 at the Tenafly Stop & Shop (34 West Railroad Avenue, Tenafly NJ).

Holiday Closures

The library will be closed to observe the following holiday(s):

Monday, September 7: Labor Day

Regular operating hours will resume after the holiday.

Talk with a Social Work Intern

Returning in September!

To further the library's 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

There are no residency requirements to meet with the social work intern. All are welcome to drop in!

Please 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.

This service is in partnership with the Fairleigh Dickinson University and Rutgers University Schools of Social Work.

Divorce Coach Lecture with Tracey Bee

Saturday, September 12 at 12:00pm

Friends Room

Learn the trade secrets of an experienced divorce lawyer to avoid wasting money. You'll find out how to: start the process with no money, search and vet the "right" attorney, and navigate the complex system. All stages of divorce are welcome.

Social Media on a Budget

Friday, September 18 at 11:00am

Friends Room

Confused about which social media platforms will work best for your business? In this hands-on workshop, learn how to choose and use the right social media channels to reach your target customers. You'll create a practical posting schedule, develop engaging content ideas, and learn how to build an authentic online presence that connects with audiences. Perfect for new entrepreneurs who want to build their brand on social media but aren't sure where to start. You'll leave with a concrete plan for your first month of posts and the confidence to grow your online community.

Zumba with Mini

Thursdays (September 24 - October 15) at 5:30pm

Friends Room

Get moving and have fun in this high-energy Zumba class with Mini! Enjoy a mix of upbeat music and easy-to-follow dance fitness routines designed for all fitness levels. Come ready to dance, exercise, and have a great time in a welcoming group atmosphere. Dress comfortably and bring water.

Afternoon Book Club

Monday, September 21 at 1:30pm

Friends Room

Want to chat about books on a Monday afternoon? Flip through those pages and head over to our monthly Afternoon Book Club! This month's book: The First Time I Saw Him by Laura Dave.

Copies of the book will be available at the Reference Desk.

Chair Yoga & Meditation

Mondays at 6:00pm

Friends Room

Join a certified yoga instructor, Sujatha Nair, Sky Meditation facilitator and Certified Yoga Facilitator from Art of Living for a session of chair yoga and meditation. Walk-ins welcome. Please wear comfortable clothes. Walk-ins welcome. Please wear comfortable clothes.

This program is part of the Mayor's Wellness Program.

Wednesday Afternoon Movies

Wednesdays at 1:00pm

Friends Room

Fancy a break in the middle of the week? Come to the library to watch a movie with us! For a full list of this month's showings, pick up a flyer at the library.

Virtual Author Book Talks

Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders from the comfort of your own home with these Virtual Author Book Talks. Register to these talks and get a chance to ask questions live; you can also view archived sessions from previous speakers

Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. This service is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Bergenfield Library.

Registration is now solely on our online calendar. Program registration opens four weeks before the program start date. Please review the REGISTRATION RULES on our website.

By signing up for these programs, you state that you have read and understood the registration rules outlined and agree to follow them. Click here to go to our online calendar and register for programs.

Peek-a-Book Storytime (Ages 0 - 4)

Wednesdays (September 2, 9, 30) at 10:30am

Children's Activity Room

Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, dance, and some free play! Bergenfield residents only.

"Harry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone" 25th Anniversary Celebration (Families)

Thursday, September 3 at 1:30pm

Friends Room

Let’s celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Sorcerer’s Stone by watching the movie and making a few crafts and enjoying some Hogwart’s style snacks.

Just Music & Books (Ages 3 - 5)

Tuesdays (September 8 - 29) at 10:30am

Children's Activity Room

Join Miss Jo Anne every week and listen to some stories and sing some songs. Stay for a short time after storytime for some free play and socialization. Bergenfield residents only.

Make a Sensory Apple Glitter Jar (Grades K - 5)

Wednesday, September 9 at 3:45pm

Children's Activity Room

Create a sensory apple glitter jar with just a few items.

Kiddie Drive-In (Ages 2 - 4)

Thursday, September 17 at 10:30am

Children's Activity Room

We will review some basic shapes as we build your own cardboard box car. Then sit in it to watch a short movie and enjoy a small snack. Bergenfield residents only.

Fall Wreath & Story (Grades K - 3)

Tuesday, September 22 at 3:45pm

Children's Activity Room

Welcome the autumn season with this fall story and craft. We’ll create a wreath that you can hang all season long!

Movie Screening: "Super Mario Galaxy Movie" (Families)

Monday, September 21 at 2:00pm

Friends Room

Tour the stars with a screening of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie!

Registration is now solely on our online calendar. Please review the REGISTRATION RULES on our website.

By signing up for these programs, you state that you have read and understood the registration rules outlined and agree to follow them. Click here to go to our online calendar and register for programs.

Make Bubble Bath Dough (Grades 6 - 12)

Wednesday, September 16 at 3:15pm

Young Adult Activity Room

Join us for a hands-on program to create your own custom scented bubble bath dough.

Cooking with ShopRite (Grades 6 - 12)

Thursday, September 17 at 3:15pm

Friends Room

ShopRite dietitian Lynette Hem-Lee will teach you how to make some yummy foods! Please note that while we strive to avoid common allergens like peanuts, the foods are not guaranteed to be completely allergen free.

Teen Meet & Greet (Grades 6 - 12)

Thursday, September 10 at 3:15pm

Friends Room

Play games and enjoy light refreshments while you socialize with fellow students.

K-Pop & Cake Pops (Grades 6 - 12)

Wednesday, September 23 at 3:15pm

Friends Room

Come listen to some K-Pop music and decorate your own cake pops.

Passport Services

Schedule an appointment at the Bergenfield Public Library to process your U.S. DS-11 applications!

We can even provide passport photos for just $15.00 per set of two photos. (Photo-only appointments can also be made.)

Schedule your appointment by clicking the button below.

If you are fifteen minutes late to your appointment, it will be automatically cancelled. If you fail to bring the required paperwork, identification or payment to your appointment, library staff reserve the right to cancel the appointment and you will need to reschedule for a new date/time.

Notary Services

The Library is happy to provide Notary Service to our patrons for $2.50 per page.

Notary Service is available by appointment on weekdays up to 7:30 p.m. depending on staffing. Notary Services are not available in the fifteen (15) minutes prior to the time of closing.

All Notary Services must be scheduled via appointment. We will not take walk-ins. We cannot guarantee same day appointments. Please schedule your appointment by clicking the button above.

Do NOT sign your document before your appointment. You must sign in the presence of the Notary Public.

Study Rooms

Need a quiet place to study, do research, or write a report? The Library has two options available for visitors.

Clinton Avenue Study Rooms:

Two Quiet Study Rooms are available on the Clinton Avenue side of the building and can accommodate up to 6 people. A reservation is required to use these rooms (can only be reserved by individuals 18 and older).

Sessions for Clinton Avenue Study Rooms are limited to one two-hour session with same day registration. Once your reservation is confirmed, you may go to the Reference Desk and staff will unlock the Study Room.

Anderson Avenue Study Rooms: 

Four Quiet Study Rooms are available at the back end of the Reference Area and can accommodate up to two people. To sign up for a Study Room go to the Reference Desk; identification in the form of a library card, driver’s license or School ID is required at sign-in.

Ongoing Jewelry Donations

Donate your no-longer-wanted jewelry to benefit the Bergenfield Public Library! The Friends of the Library are accepting jewelry donations.

Women’s and men's jewelry are welcome: from fine to costume to vintage, watches and single earrings. All items should be in saleable condition.

To donate, place your jewelry in a sealed plastic bag along and drop off at the Check Out Desk.

Ongoing Book Sale

You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy fantastic books and media at the Friends of the Library’s Ongoing Book Sale — and that’s kind of the same thing.

Find the finest collection of gently-used items for sale in the library. Purchases are cash or check only. Make sure you bring a tote bag!

Book Donations

Donations are back! The library is now accepting small donations (approximately 10 items) of new or like-new materials (no older than 10 years) per person per week.

We request that you bring in donations during normal hours of operation and not leave boxes outside or place items in the book drop.

If you want to donate: ask for Dan at the Circulation Service Desk or email dchoquette@bergenfieldlibrary.org

The Friends are on Facebook...

The Friends of the Library now have their own Facebook page! Leave a like and stay up to date on all the latest news from the Friends.

...and on Instagram, too!

The Friends of the Library now have their own Instagram account! If Facebook's not your vibe, follow their Insta for your Friends news!

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Bergenfield, NJ 07621

201 - 387 - 4040

Library Hours



• Monday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
• Tuesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
• Wednesday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
• Thursday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
• Friday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
• Saturday: 10:00am - 2:00pm*
• Sunday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm*

* CLOSED during July and August

Library Board of Trustees



• Thomas Neats, President 
• Laurie Phipps, Vice President
• Sarah Shaffren, Recording Secretary
• Jamie Orlando, Treasurer
• Mayor Arvin Amatorio
• Fanny Cruz-Betesh
• Natalie Rivas
• Thomas Lodato, Council Liaison
• Dr. Chris Tully, Superintendent of Schools
• Chris Langschultz, Alt. for Superintendent

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