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Friends of the Library Book & Media Bag Sale

All Day 1/23–2/8
Main Library
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Living Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Book Sale, Children, Friends of the Library, Teen

Love a good bargain? Don’t miss the Friends of the Library Bag Sale! From children’s books to bestsellers, movies, and music, there’s something for everyone. Grab a bag, fill it up, and take home treasures galore.

PRICES:

  • $6.00 fill a Large Paper Bag
  • $12.00 fill an extra-large reusable Friends of the Library bag
  • Optional: $10.00 to reuse a Friends of the Library bag you already have!

TEEN: AI Coding (5th-12th grade)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Main Library
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education, Presentation, Workshop, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 5-12 are invited to explore the world of AI through a presentation and hands-on coding practice with AI assistance. 

Beginner-friendly, BYOC (bring your own computer) library computers are limited.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Thillai Fine Art Dance

5:00pm–8:00pm
Main Library
Children, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Outside Group
Event Details:

Dance instruction

Visit with Therapy Pets for All Ages

6:00pm–7:00pm
Lake Hiawatha
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Children, Outside Group, Teen

A little self-care with therapy dogs goes a long way. Come by the library and pet a dog to create a little calm and relaxation in your day-to-day.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Lantern Decorate

6:00pm–7:00pm
Mount Tabor
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mount Tabor
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come on by and paint a paper lantern and embellish it with silk flowers. All attendees will paint their very own lantern to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Lunar New Year Celebration

11:00am–1:00pm
Main Library
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Children, Special Events
Event Details:

Celebrate Lunar New Year 2026 with a festive, family-friendly celebration at the Main Library! Join us as we welcome the Year of the Horse with performances, author talks, crafts, and hands-on activities for all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Crafter's Corner

6:00pm–7:00pm
Mount Tabor
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Mount Tabor
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts, Teen
Event Details:

Adults and teens are welcome to grab your latest knitting, crochet, or other textile project and join us for our casual Crafter's Corner!

Paper Shapers Club with Deanna Kwan

1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Paper Shapers with Deanna Kwan
 

Come learn origami – the art of paperfolding. Origami is a fun, creative, surprising, and challenging craft. Join the fold and experience the magic of turning paper into an amazing work of art.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Visit with Therapy Pets for All Ages

2:00pm–3:00pm
Lake Hiawatha
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Children, Outside Group, Teen

A little self-care with therapy dogs goes a long way. Come by the library and pet a dog to create a little calm and relaxation in your day-to-day.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Visit with Therapy Pets for All Ages

6:00pm–7:00pm
Lake Hiawatha
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Children, Outside Group, Teen

A little self-care with therapy dogs goes a long way. Come by the library and pet a dog to create a little calm and relaxation in your day-to-day.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

TEEN: String Art Heart

5:00pm–5:45pm
Main Library
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: YA Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's love, love, LOVE season.

Come make a String Art Heart and more!

Young Adult Room

Grades 6-12

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

TEEN: String Art Heart

3:00pm–3:45pm
Lake Hiawatha
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's love, love, LOVE season.

Come make a String Art Heart and more!

Young Adult Loft Area

Grades 6-12

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Navigating College Admissions ZOOM

7:30pm–9:00pm
Zoom
Teens
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Zoom
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Presentation, Teen
Event Details:

For Teens and Guardians

Time: Wed, Feb 25, 2026 | 7:30 PM Eastern

 Join Zoom Meeting

Crafter's Corner

6:00pm–7:00pm
Mount Tabor
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Mount Tabor
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts, Teen
Event Details:

Adults and teens are welcome to grab your latest knitting, crochet, or other textile project and join us for our casual Crafter's Corner!

Friends of the Library Book & Media Bag Sale

All Day 3/13–3/30
Main Library
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Living Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Book Sale, Children, Friends of the Library, Teen

Love a good bargain? Don’t miss the Friends of the Library Bag Sale! From children’s books to bestsellers, movies, and music, there’s something for everyone. Grab a bag, fill it up, and take home treasures galore.

PRICES:

  • $6.00 fill a Large Paper Bag
  • $12.00 fill an extra-large reusable Friends of the Library bag
  • Optional: $10.00 to reuse a Friends of the Library bag you already have!

Paper Shapers Club with Deanna Kwan

1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Paper Shapers with Deanna Kwan
 

Come learn origami – the art of paperfolding. Origami is a fun, creative, surprising, and challenging craft. Join the fold and experience the magic of turning paper into an amazing work of art.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Visit with Therapy Pets for All Ages

6:00pm–7:00pm
Lake Hiawatha
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Children, Outside Group, Teen

A little self-care with therapy dogs goes a long way. Come by the library and pet a dog to create a little calm and relaxation in your day-to-day.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Paper Shapers Club with Deanna Kwan

1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Paper Shapers with Deanna Kwan
 

Come learn origami – the art of paperfolding. Origami is a fun, creative, surprising, and challenging craft. Join the fold and experience the magic of turning paper into an amazing work of art.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Visit with Therapy Pets for All Ages

6:00pm–7:00pm
Lake Hiawatha
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Children, Outside Group, Teen

A little self-care with therapy dogs goes a long way. Come by the library and pet a dog to create a little calm and relaxation in your day-to-day.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Friends of the Library Jewelry Sale

All Day 5/1–5/9
Main Library
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Living Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Book Sale, Children, Friends of the Library, Teen

Lakeland Youth Symphony

10:00am–12:00pm
Main Library
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Music & Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Since 1957, the Lakeland Youth Symphony Orchestra has provided musical education and performance opportunities for young musicians in North Jersey. ... enriching the lives of children through music!"

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Paper Shapers Club with Deanna Kwan

1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Paper Shapers with Deanna Kwan
 

Come learn origami – the art of paperfolding. Origami is a fun, creative, surprising, and challenging craft. Join the fold and experience the magic of turning paper into an amazing work of art.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Paper Shapers Club with Deanna Kwan

1:00pm–3:00pm
Main Library
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Paper Shapers with Deanna Kwan
 

Come learn origami – the art of paperfolding. Origami is a fun, creative, surprising, and challenging craft. Join the fold and experience the magic of turning paper into an amazing work of art.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Visit with Therapy Pets for All Ages

6:00pm–7:00pm
Lake Hiawatha
Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Adult, Children, Outside Group, Teen

A little self-care with therapy dogs goes a long way. Come by the library and pet a dog to create a little calm and relaxation in your day-to-day.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.