Adult Programs

Adult Summer Reading Challenge

June 23 – July 31
Read, watch or attend to earn tickets to enter our prize giveaways. Each book or DVD you borrow or library program you attend earns you one ticket, so the more you do, the greater your chances of winning!
New this summer – write a mini book, movie or program review and earn five tickets!
Stop by the Adult Services Desk on or after June 23 to sign up.

Summer Programs

Unless otherwise noted, registration opens at 9 AM on the 15th of the prior month for programs that require registration. You can register using the links below (active once registration opens) or by visiting our events calendar at teanecklibrary.org/events.

BOOK CLUBS
Book Clubs do not require registration, except for the Eco Book Club.

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION 
Mondays @ 10 AM
6/22   Sula  by Toni Morrison
7/27  Razorblade Tears  by S.A. Cosby
8/31  We Were the Lucky Ones  by Georgia Hunter

ECO BOOK CLUB  (with Teaneck Creek Conservancy)
Mondays @ 7 PM 
6/29   RSVP to The Beast in the Clouds by  Nathalia Holt.
7/27   RSVP to The Glitter in the Green: In Search of Hummingbirds by Jon Dunn
No meeting in August

THRILLER & MYSTERY BOOK CLUB
Thursdays @ 10 AM
7/9   God of the Woods by Liz Moore
8/13  All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

OTHER WORLDS BOOK CLUB – NEW!
Check out from reality and dive into fantasy and sci-fi reads.
Mondays @ 7 PM
7/6  A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms  by George R.R. Martin
8/3  The Poppy War by  R.F. Kuang

INQUIRING MINDS BOOK CLUB – NEW!
Nonfiction reads that challenge your thinking and keep your mind growing.
Thursdays @ 7 PM
7/16  How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them  by Jason Stanley
8/20  Seven Brief Lessons on Physics  by Carlo Rovelli

COOKBOOK CLUB 
Monday, July 13 @ 6 PM
Choose a recipe and bring your dish from one of the following books:
– Kweyol/Creole by Nina Compton
– Big Bites-time to Eat! Nurishing recipes that cook in an hour by Kat Ashmore
– Obsessed with the Best by Ella Quittner
Copies of the books will be available to check out at the Circulation Desk about a month prior to the meeting.

ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP
*Registration is required. Teaneck residents only.
Mondays, 10 AM & 10:30 AM
Book a 30-minute one-on-one tech help appointment with a librarian. Staff can provide basic, instructional support for using personal devices and digital resources. Staff cannot install 3rd party software, repair devices, or remove viruses. Call the library at (201) 837-4171 x 2 to register or visit our online calendar at teanecklibrary.org/events

TUESDAY TIPS
Tuesday Tips do not require registration, except where noted, and take place in the Teaneck Library auditorium.

Calming the Anxious Mind
6/23 @ 10:30 AM
This program will introduce simple techniques, like mindfulness, coping strategies, and self-care tools to help manage stress and quiet racing thoughts.

Thar’s Gold In Them Thar Years! – Finding and Continuing Success After Age 50
7/21 @ 6:30 PM
In this fun and informative program, we will share stories of people whose greatest successes came after age fifty, identify strategies to stay productive and learn tips to find those “nuggets” that will help make the next chapters of your life some of the best ever.

NEW WORKSHOP SERIES
Calm and Connected: Gentle Mindfulness*
6/9, 6/16, 6/30 & 7/7 @ 10:30 AM
Slow down, breathe, and move with ease in this program—created for comfort, balance, and feeling your best. Flexible options provided, including seated support. Feel free to bring a mat if you’d like.
Register for Calm and Connected Sessions.

WEDNESDAY ARTS & CRAFTS @ 6:30 PM

Registration is required for ALL Wednesday Arts & Crafts programs. Registration opens on the 15th of the prior month, unless otherwise noted.

6/24 Mixed Media Collage*
Using a variety of materials, participants will explore texture, color, and composition, while creating a stunning, one-of-a-kind art piece. Enjoy the process of turning everyday materials into art.
Register for Mixed Media Collage.

7/8 DIY Printmaking*
Discover this fun and versatile technique where you create designs on foam plates, ink them with markers, and transfer your images onto paper or fabric. This hands-on program will inspire you to keep printing and experimenting long after the class ends.
Register for DIY Printmaking.

7/15 Glass Painting*
Unleash your creativity and join us for a fun-filled, relaxing class! Choose from a wine glass, beer mug, beverage glass, or plate.
Register for Glass Painting.

8/5 Parchment Design*
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn techniques such as embossing, cutting, stenciling, and texturing as you create your own intricate piece, like a card, bookmark, tealight holder, or decorative artwork.
Register for Parchment Design

8/12 Crochet Workshop*
Learn the basics of crocheting in a fun and welcoming environment. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class is a great opportunity to meet others in the community and create something handmade. All materials will be provided.
Register for Crochet Workshop

FRIENDS FRIDAY TALKS @ 10 AM

Friends Friday Talks do not require registration and take place in the Teaneck Library Auditorium.

7/10 John Singleton Copley – Painting Realism and History
Explore the life and work of this American-born painter, who was considered to be the leading portraitist of the American colonial era as well as a prominent history painter in England.

7/10 Betsy Ross: Revolutionary War Patriot and Flag Maker to the New Republic
Hear the dramatic story, beyond her flag-making skills, and learn about an important Philadelphia patriot. This one-woman performance is presented by Heritage Theatre Guild’s Famous American Women Programs.

7/24 Weird NJ – Bergen County and Beyond
Explore the unique, mysterious and peculiar side of New Jersey through an enlightening presentation, focusing on the haunted sites and stories from around Bergen County and throughout the state and highlighting little-known NJ legends, folklore and ghost tales.

8/7 The Oscars’ Red Carpet
From iconic fashion moments to unforgettable mishaps, this lively program dives into the evolution of red carpet style, celebrity trends, and the behind-the-scenes details you don’t always see on screen. Enjoy fun tidbits, lighthearted gossip, and surprising history.

8/14 Pioneers of Progress – Women Who Made a Difference
Explore the stories of trailblazers such as Victoria Woodhull Martin, Harriet Tubman, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Alice Paul, Betty Friedan, and even the spirited Flappers, whose courage and determination paved the way for greater rights and opportunities for women in America.

FRIENDS SUNDAY MOVIES @ 2 PM

Friends Sunday Movies do not require registration and take place in the Teaneck Library auditorium.

6/14  Rental Family
7/12 A Private Life
8/9 It Was Just An Accident

FRIENDS SUNDAY CONCERTS @ 2 PM

Friends Sunday Concerts do not require registration and take place in the Teaneck Library auditorium.

7/26  Bryan Charles Wilson, Classical Cellist

ESL PROGRAMS

One-on-One ESL Tutoring
Do you want help learning English? The Teaneck Library can match you with a volunteer English tutor! To apply, please visit the Adult Services Desk at the Teaneck Library and fill out an application form. There may be a wait of a few weeks before we can match you with a tutor. We will do our best to help you as soon as possible. This service is for Teaneck residents only.

ESL Classes at Westwood Library
Teaneck Library partners with Literacy Volunteers of Pascack Valley to offer English / ESL classes, both virtual and in person, at the Westwood Library. For the full schedule in the Spring, please visit teanecklibrary.org/esl-learning

If you have any questions about the ESL program, please send an email to reference@teaneck.bccls.org