Community Feedback Focus Groups

The Library is beginning work on a new strategic plan — and we want to hear from you! Participate in an upcoming focus group and help shape the future of Library services, programs, and spaces. All feedback will be kept anonymous.

Focus Group 1: Open to ALL

• Monday, March 9 at 7:00pm
• Meeting on Zoom
• Register at: bit.ly/focusgroupall

Focus Group 2: Open to SENIORS

• Wednesday, March 11 at 12:00pm
• Meeting in the Young Adult Room
• Register at: bit.ly/strategicplanseniors

Focus Group 3: Open to PARENTS*

• Monday, March 16 at 3:45pm
• Meeting in the Conference Room
• Register at: bit.ly/strategicplanparents

*To make participation easier for families, this focus group will take place at the same time as the afterschool "Flower Suncatcher" program, giving parents and caregivers the opportunity to attend. Refreshments will be served.

Talk to a Social Work Intern

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.

Geometric Painting

Thursday, March 19 at 3:30pm

Friends Room

Join us at the library for a fun and creative evening of painting and connection! In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’ll explore the world of geometric art inspired by women artists who shaped modern design and color. No experience needed -- we’ll provide all the materials and step-by-step guidance to help you create your own geometric masterpiece. Come relax, paint, and celebrate the creativity and influence of women in art and history.

Registration required on our online calendar.

Mahjong Meetup

Every other Tuesday (March 3 - 31) at 6:00pm

Young Adult Room

Come experience the American version of this ancient Chinese game in a fun, relaxed, and social setting. This is a player-driven gathering. There will be NO formal instruction, just enthusiasts coming together to play, learn from one another, and enjoy the challenge of the game.



Mahjong sets will be provided; please bring your own cards.

Project Healthy Bones

Wednesdays (January 7 - June 17) at 11:00am

Friends Room Room

Project Healthy Bones is a 24-week exercise and education program for older women and men at risk for, or who have, osteoporosis. The program includes exercises that target the body’s larger muscle groups to improve strength, balance, and flexibility. The 24-week curriculum also features sessions on the importance of exercise, nutrition, safety, and drug therapy. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring water.

You must sign the participant waiver and medical approval forms provided upon registration before the start of the program. You may also find a brochure for more information upon registration.

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, March 11 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.

Registration required on our online calendar. Spectators welcome.

Author Talk & Book Event with Gina Agderian

Sunday, March 29 at 1:30pm

Friends Room

Faceless Woman. The afternoon will start with a book discussion, followed by a Q&A session and book signing.

For all ages. Limited copies of The Faceless Woman as well as her first novel The Letters in the Old House will be available for purchase, and both novels are available for purchase on Amazon. Freshly popped popcorn will be provided courtesy of Conrad’s Concessions.

Afternoon Book Club

Monday, March 16 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: Normal People by Sally Rooney.

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.

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 (March 4 - 25) at 10:30am

Children's Activity Room

Introduce your little one to early literacy skills such as singing, language, talking in this introductory and interactive story time. May include a quick craft or open play time.

Music & Movement: Sensory Sing (Ages 0 - 4)

Monday, March 9 & 16 at 10:30am

Children's Activity Room

Ms. Michelle will have you using all of your senses in this engaging and interactive story time. Bergenfield residents only.

Just Music & Books (Ages 3 - 5)

Tuesdays (March 3 - 31) at 10:30am

Children's Activity Room

Join Miss Jo Anne every Tuesday in March and listen to some stories and sing some songs. Stay for a short time after storytime for some free play and socialization.

She-roes Books & Crafts (Grades 2 - 4)

Thursdays (March 5 - 26) at 3:45pm

Children's Activity Room

Each week we'll learn about different famous women in history, take turns reading out loud about their lives and make a take home craft.

Make a Flower Suncatcher (Grades K - 2)

Monday, March 16 at 3:45pm

Children's Activity Room

Create a floral suncatcher to brighten your window!    

Make Your Own Springtime Cress Head (Grades 3 - 5)

Tuesday, March 24 at 3:45pm

Children's Activity Room

Celebrate the beginning of spring by planting cress seeds! We’ll have fun decorating pots to keep and turning them into our very own cress heads.

Follow the Leprechaun Trail

Beginning Monday, March 2 while supplies last

Children's Room

Have fun following the Leprechaun Trail set up in the Children’s Room and you can win a one-time leprechaun snack pack! Bergenfield residents only.

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)

Monday, March 23 at 6:00pm

YA Room

The Junior Library Council is a service based teen volunteer group. 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.

Open enrollment has ended. No drop-ins are allowed to attend the in-person meeting.

Stitch a Grid (Grades 6 - 12)

Friday, March 13 at 3:15pm

YA Activity Room

Practice stitching with yarn while following easy color patterns to make a cute cupcake or unicorn. Only one grid per registered person. 

Felt a Labubu (Grades 6 - 12)

Wednesday, March 18 at 3:15pm

YA Activity Room

Learn how to make an adorable Labubu out of felt for you to keep with Ms. Christine.

Bad Art Studio (Grades 6 - 12)
Friday, March 27 at 3:15pm
YA Activity Room

Why must art always be good? Make bad art on purpose in our bad art studio and feel the freedom that only comes with being absolutely awful at something.

Exploring Artists (Grades 6 - 12)

Tuesday, March 3

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.

Women's History Month Series (Grades 6 - 12)

Wednesdays (March 4, 11, 25) at 3:15pm

Young Adult Activity Room

Join us on Wednesdays to do an assortment of trivia, games, and bingo related to famous female leaders, artists, and influencers in honor of Women’s History Month. Small prizes will be awarded!

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.

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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