Saturdays at 10am for ages 5 and below Join Ms. Mariel in the Children’s Room as we sing songs and read books in English and Spanish. Registration is not required but craft supplies will be handed out on a first come, first served basis. Questions? Contact Mariel at mariel.beneytou@hackensack.bccls.org or 201-343-4169 x14.

Up to age 5

storytimeFREE

(R) 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Mon, Nov 9 · All day

Johnson Public Library · Hackensack

This program encourages caregivers to read 1,000 books to their children before they enter Kindergarten. Register here and pick up your reading log at the Children’s Desk. If you have multiple children, please fill out one form per child. Bring your log to the library at each milestone for a small reward: 50 books, 100 books, 200 books, 300 books, 400 books, 500 books, 600 books, 700 books, 800 books, 900 books, and 1,000 books. You may repeat books, include books read at Story Time, etc. There is no beginning or end date for this program. Just read with your child and enjoy! Questions? Contact the Children's Department at jplkids@johnsonlib.org or 201-343-4169 x14.

Up to age 3

storytimeFREE

(R) Homework Helper

Mon, Nov 9 · All day

Johnson Public Library · Hackensack

For grades K-6 Be paired up with a teen volunteer for one-on-one homework or reading assistance. Please keep in mind that the number of available spaces is dependent on how many volunteers we have in the program. Caregivers can register here to get their child started. The student and volunteer will pick a day and time that works for both of them. Meetings must take place in the Children's Room for one hour every week. If you are in grades 7-12 and would like to be a Homework Helper volunteer, please fill out an application. Questions? Contact Gavin at jplkids@johnsonlib.org or 201-3434169 x14.

Ages 5–12

artFREE

Monthly Activity Kits for Kids

Mon, Nov 9 · All day

Johnson Public Library · Hackensack

Available for pick-up in the Children’s Room during library hours - for all ages Every month we will feature a different craft kit, available for pick-up on a first come, first served basis every Monday. Questions? Contact Gavin at gavin.godbolt@hackensack.bccls.org or 201-343-4169 x19.

Ages 12 mo–10 yrWeekly

sensoryFREE

Sensory Free Play

Mon, Nov 9 · 10:00 AM

Johnson Public Library · Hackensack

Mondays from 10-11am for ages 5 and below Join us for this free, unstructured play time! We will have tubs and bins filled with wonderful things to touch and experience. Materials were generously sponsored by The Greater Alliance Hopes & Dreams Foundation for Children. Registration is not required. Questions? Contact Mari at mari.zigas@hackensack.bccls.org or 201-343-4169 x14.

Up to age 5

artFREE

Crafternoon

Mon, Nov 9 · 3:30 PM

Johnson Public Library · Hackensack

Mondays at 3:30pm for grades K-6 We will be exploring different crafts every week in the Children’s Room! Registration is not required but supplies will be given out on a first come, first served basis. Questions? Contact Gavin at gavin.godbolt@hackensack.bccls.org or 201-343-4169 x14.

Ages 5–12

musicFREE

Music & Movement

Tue, Nov 10 · 10:00 AM

Johnson Public Library · Hackensack

Tuesdays at 10am for ages 2-5 Sing and dance at our music and movement time for toddlers! This program will take place in the auditorium. Registration is not required. Questions? Contact Mari at mari@johnsonlib.org or 201-343-4169 x19.

Ages 2–5