Fall Programs for Kids at New Milford Library – 2024

Stay tuned for our early winter program announcements coming in mid-November!

Teaneck Library is closed for renovation. Fall Programs for children will be held at New Milford Public Library – our temporary home library. Programs held there will be open to both Teaneck and New Milford residents.

If you need a Teaneck library card or replacement card, please visit the New Milford Library with required ID or documents.

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Special Events

Fall Family Walk at Teaneck Creek Conservancy
Saturday, November 2 at 11am (Rain Date: 11/10)Register
Join Teaneck Creek Conservancy and Teaneck Public Library to appreciate the final colors of fall. The program will consist of an autumn story, a craft, and a guided nature walk with TCC. Rain date is Sunday, November 10. Registrants will be notified via email if the program is postponed due to rain Meet at TCC’s Fycke Lane entrance (74 Fycke Lane). Some trail sections are challenging for strollers – plan accordingly. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and shoes for walking on trails. Also, please note that there are no bathroom facilities.


StoryWalk – Fall 2024

Come visit our StoryWalk™ at Sagamore Park! The featured title this season is Our Class is a Country by Teaneck Author Andria Rosenbaum. More info here.


Storytimes

Hora de Cuentos (Spanish Storytime)Facebook Live
Mondays, October 21 – November 18 at 6:30pm
Los esperamos los lunes en Facebook en vivo a las 6:30 pm. Octubre 21 a noviembre 18.
*Storytime is completely in Spanish.


Drop-In Playtime – New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Mondays, November 4 & November 18 at 10:30amNo Registration
Ages 0-3
Have some fun and make new friends at this new free-play program. Caregiver supervision is required.


Wild Things Storytime – New Milford Library (Outdoors or Large Program Room)
Thursdays, October 3 – November 21 at 4pmWaiting List Only
(Exception: No Storytime on October 31)
Ages 3-7
Connect with nature at our weekly storytime for wild things! Each week we read, explore and study a different nature topic. Registration is required. This storytime will be held outside near the picnic table at the back of New Milford Library, weather-permitting. In case of poor weather, meet in the Large Program Room.


Little People Storytime – New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Wednesdays, October 16 – November 20 at 10:30amWaiting List Only
Thursdays, October 17 – November 21 at 10:30amWaiting List Only
Ages 6 months – 3 ½ years old
Join us for storybook read-alouds and fun songs at this storytime for the littlest people in the library!

Registration required. Please register for either the Wednesday OR Thursday program so that more families can have the opportunity to participate. New Milford and Teaneck residents will have preference in available spots. After 2 consecutive absences, your spot will be given to a wait list participant. Caregiver is required to participate.


Young Reader’s Storytime & Craft – New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Wednesdays, October 16 – November 20 at 4pmWaiting List Only
Ages 3 ½ – 7
Join us for picture book read-alouds and a themed craft!
Registration required. Teaneck and New Milford residents will have preference in available spots. After 2 consecutive absences, your spot will be given to a wait list participant.


STEM, Crafts, Clubs & More

Art Class with Miss KelleyNew Milford Library (Small Program Room)
Saturday, October 26 at 12:30pmRegister
Saturday, November 9 at 12:30pmWaiting List Only
Saturday, November 23 at 12:30pmWaiting List Only
Ages 3 ½-7
Join us for arts and crafts! This event is presented by Health Educator Kelley Grippo from Mid Bergen Regional Health Commission. Explore your creative side and meet some new people. Caregiver supervision required. Teaneck and New Milford residents will be given priority for available spots.


Lego Club New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Tuesday, October 29 & November 26 at 4pmWaiting List Only
Ages 6+
Do you love to create with Legos? At each meeting, children meet to create and share their builds based on a theme. Drop-ins welcome when space allows.


Tinker Club New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Tuesday, November 12 at 4pmWaiting List Only
Ages 7+
Explore exciting STEM concepts through hands-on activities at this monthly program for ages 7-11. From building circuits to coding to experimenting with slime, there’s something for everyone to discover. No experience necessary  join in the fun and learn together! Registration is required and begins Tuesday, October 1. New Milford and Teaneck residents will have preference in available spots.


Graphic Novel Book Club New Milford Library (Large Program Room)
Tuesdays, November 19 at 4pmWaiting List Only
Grades 3-6
If you love graphic novels, or are just starting to explore, join us for discussion and an activity!