Friends Jewelry Sale

Thursday - Saturday,

December 11 - 13

First Floor Area

The Friends of the Library will be having another Jewelry Sale on Thursday, December 11 to Saturday, December 13. Higher end jewelry will be available for purchase. Sale hours are:

December 11: 3:00 - 5:00pm

December 12: 3:00 - 5:00pm

December 12: 10:00am - 2:00pm

"Shorte List" Book Event & Author Talk

Wednesday, December 17 at 6:00pm

Friends Room

Join New Jersey author Scott Mehno for a festive reading and book talk celebrating his holiday novel, Shorte List: a funny and heartwarming modern Christmas tale set in a small NJ town that blends tradition, technology, and holiday magic.

Scott’s lively talk includes visuals, behind-the-scenes insights, and a Q&A. Perfect for fans of A Christmas Carol with a 21st-century twist!

Other Changed Hours

The library will also have different hours on the following days:

Wednesday, December 17: Delayed opening at 11:00am for an extended school visit

Thursday, December 18: Early closure at 1:00pm for staff development

Chair Meditation and Yoga

Mondays (December 1 - 29) at 6:00pm

Friends Room

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.

Spots are limited. Please register on our online calendar below.

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, December 10 at 6:30pm

Friends Room

Join us for weekly Dungeons & Dragons games led by our Dungeon Master, Dan C. Whether you're experienced or new to the game, come enjoy this fun and creative adventure.

Open to adults. Registration required. Spectators welcome.

Monthly Monday Book Club

Want to chat about books on a Monday afternoon? Flip through those pages and head over to our Afternoon Book Club!

We're taking a break for December; but if you want to get a head start on January's book club, you can read: My Friends by Fredrik Backman.

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

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.

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.

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.

Bergen County Zoo Visit: Animal Adaptations (Pre-K - Grade 5)

Tuesday, December 30 at 1:00pm

Friends Room

Come meet some animals brought to you by the Bergen County Zoo. You will learn about the adaptations these animals have to survive in the wild!

Paint a Puffy Snowfriend (Grades K - 2)

Tuesday, December 9 at 3:45pm

Children's Activity Room

Make your own puffy snow paint and then create a friend out of it!

Santa Letter Writing (Grades K - 3)

Thursday, December 11 at 3:45pm

Children's Activity Room

You bring the wishlist and we’ll supply everything else you need to write your best letter to Santa. Light snacks served.

Edible Winter Trees (Grades K - 5)

Monday, December 22 at 3:45pm

Children's Activity Room

Dive into our fun-filled event where you’ll make your very own edible winter tree.

World Holiday Jam with Miss Taj (For Families)

Monday, December 29 at10:30am

Friends Room

Miss Taj will delight everyone with her musical talents. Everyone will get to play instruments along with her as you sing popular holiday songs from various cultures around the world. 

Open Playtime (Ages 0 - 5)

Fridays (December 5 - 19) at 10:30am

Children's Activity Room

Come play with our select toys and meet new friends.

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.

Junior Library Council (Grades 8 - 12)

Open Enrollment from September - December 2025.

The Junior Library Council is a service based teen volunteer group. Bergenfield residents in Grades 8-12 are welcome to enroll in the program. Open enrollment will be held from September to December and the program runs from October, 2025 through May, 2026. Council Members are required to attend monthly mandatory meetings and to complete various activities in order to earn volunteer hours and a certificate. Activities span across different areas so that members have opportunities to engage with the library and broader community.

More information about opportunities, meeting dates, and enrollment forms can be found on our website.

Exploring Artists (Grades 6 - 12)

Wednesday, December 10 at 3:15

Friends Room

Do you like art and want to learn more about different types of art and artist’s works? Each month we will explore a different artist and try to replicate some of their work.

DIY Reindeer Hot Cocoa Bags (Grades 6 - 12)

Thursday, December 4 at 3:15

YA Activity Room

Make your own Reindeer Hot Chocolate Bags this holiday season! These treats make a great little gift for friends and family. Available while supplies last.

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.

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!

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

50 W Clinton Avenue

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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