Kids Programs
Fall Programs are here!
Registration for September programs begins Monday, August 17 at 10am.
Registration for Fall programs begins Monday, September 14 at 10am.
Registered programs may be limited to Teaneck residents.
Please note:
- Teaneck residents receive priority registration for Youth Services programs. While many programs are open to non-residents, some may be limited to Teaneck residents. If a program reaches capacity and Teaneck residents are on the waitlist, registrations for non-residents may be canceled to accommodate resident families.
- Our elevator is currently out of service. We apologize for the inconvenience and are working to have service restored as soon as possible. Programs scheduled in the Auditorium take place on the library’s lower level and are accessible only by stairs at this time. If you have questions or concerns about accessibility, please contact us at youth@teaneck.bccls.org or 201-837-4171 x4.
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Special Events
Library Card Contest – Teaneck Public Library
All month – September
All Ages.
No registration required.
Get a new library card in September or share a photo with your current one for a chance to win a Barnes & Noble Gift Card! Tag @teanecklibrary on Instagram, or show us your card when you visit the library.
Cuentos Juntos (Spanish Storytime) – Children’s Room
Thursdays, September 10 and September 24 from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Babies and toddlers up to age 3.
Registration is required.
Discover Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play! This engaging early childhood program introduces children to Spanish words, sounds, and culture through interactive activities designed to make learning feel natural and fun. No previous exposure to Spanish is needed – everyone is welcome! Discover Spanish through music, movement, stories, and play! This engaging early childhood program introduces children to Spanish words, sounds, and culture through interactive activities designed to make learning feel natural and fun. No previous exposure to Spanish is needed – everyone is welcome!
Thursday, September 10 from 10:30 AM.
Thursday, September 24 from 10:30 AM.
The Write Idea Challenge
Starting Tuesday, September, 15!
Love to write? Each season, we’ll share a new writing prompt to inspire your imagination. Write an original short story, and you could be featured on the Library website! Find details and submit your writing at bit.ly/write-idea-kids
Family Campfire – Teaneck Creek Conservancy
Friday, September 18 from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Sunday, October 11 from 5:00 pm – 6:30 PM.
Ages 4+
Registration is required.
Come circle around the campfire for fun activities, a craft and tasty treats at this family-friendly program. Registration is required. Registrants will be notified via email if the program is canceled due to rain. We will be meeting at TCC’s 20 Puffin Way entrance. Please arrive on time as we will walk together to the Turtle Peace Labyrinth. Bring something to sit on (a towel, chair, or mat), insect repellent (optional) and wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. Please note: some trail sections are challenging for strollers – plan accordingly.
If this program must be canceled due to poor weather, participants will be notified by email asap.
Friday, September 18 at 6:00 PM
Sunday, October 11 from 5:00 PM
Fall Fest – Auditorium
Sunday, October 18 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Best for Ages 2+
No registration required.
Fall Fest is back! Bring the whole family for an afternoon of autumn fun with a bouncy house, face painting, crafts, games, apple cider donuts, and more!
Investigators Mystery Night – Auditorium
Monday, October 26 from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Grade 3 – Grade 6.
Registration is required.
Become a detective for the night and uncover a series of riddles that will lead you to what happened. Put your investigative skills to the test and participate in a night full of twists and turns.
Register for Investigators Mystery Night.
High School Musical Jr. – Auditorium
Sunday, November 8 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
4 Years to 12 Years.
Registration is required.
Enjoy a performance of High School Musical Jr. presented by the talented young performers of Applause Touring Collective!
Register for High School Musical Jr.
Pickle Party – Auditorium
Sunday, November 16 from 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
6 Years to 10 Years.
Registration is required.
Join us for a dill-lightful celebration of National Pickle Day with pickle-themed fun and tasty surprises!
Storytimes
Playtime – Parker Room
Fridays, May 29 through August 28 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
Babies and toddlers up to age 3.
No registration required.
Discover, play, and connect. This drop-in playtime features developmental toys and a welcoming space where little ones and their caregivers can play and make friends. Caregiver supervision is required.
Family Storytime – Parker Room
Saturdays, June 6 through August 29 at 11:00 AM. Exception: July 4
All Ages.
No registration required.
Join us for a fun family program filled with stories, songs and smiles!
Playtime – Parker Room
Fridays, September 4 through November 20 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
Babies and toddlers up to age 3.
No registration required.
Discover, play, and connect! This drop-in Playtime for ages babies – 3 years features developmental toys and a welcoming space where little ones and their caregivers can play and make friends.
Family Storytime – Parker Room
Saturdays, September 12 through November 28 at 11:00 AM.
All Ages.
No registration required.
Join us for a fun family program filled with stories, songs and smiles!
Books & Bubbles – Children’s Room
Tuesdays, October 6 through November 10 at 10:30 AM.
Thursdays, October 8 through November 12 at 10:30 AM.
Babies and toddlers up to age 3.
Registration is required.
Join us for a fun and interactive storytime designed especially for babies and toddlers up to age 3 and their caregivers. Enjoy stories, songs, movement activities, and bubbles while building early literacy skills and creating joyful moments together.
This program is open to Teaneck residents only. A valid Teaneck library card is required at registration. Please register for either the Tuesday or Thursday series so that more families can participate. Due to space limitations, we ask that only one caregiver attend per family. Please arrive by 10:40 am; after that time, we may offer spots to families on the waiting list if space allows.
Tuesdays, October 6 through November 10 at 10:30 AM
Thursdays, October 8 through November 12 at 10:30 AM
Winnie the Pooh Storytime and Craft – Parker Room
Wednesday, November 18 from 10:30 AM – 11:30 PM.
Babies to Kindergarten.
No registration required.
Celebrate Winnie the Pooh’s 100th birthday with a special storytime followed by a Winnie the Pooh craft to take home.
Cat in the Hat Storytime – Parker Room
Thursday, November 19 at 4:00 PM.
4 years to 7 years.
Registration is required.
Celebrate the new Cat in the Hat movie with some Seuss-inspired fun! We’ll share a silly story together, then get creative with a colorful craft inspired by the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss. Come ready for stories, creativity, and plenty of fun!
This program is open to Teaneck residents only. A valid Teaneck library card is required at registration.
STEM, Art & More
Fall Art Lab – Parker Room
Tuesdays, October 6 to November 10 from 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
2nd Grade to 5th Grade.
Registration is required.
Celebrate the season by turning nature’s treasures into art! Throughout this series, children will explore a variety of hands-on projects using natural and recycled materials to create beautiful keepsakes while discovering the beauty and diversity of the autumn landscape.
Tuesday, October 6 at 4:00 PM – Mini Autumn Harvest Wreath.
Tuesday, October 13 at 4:00 PM – Woodland Windchime.
Tuesday, October 20 at 4:00 PM – Nature Terrarium.
Tuesday, October 27 at 4:00 PM – Fall Woodland Shadow Box.
Tuesday, November 3 at 4:00 PM – Nature-Imprinted Clay Dish.
Tuesday, November 10 at 4:00 PM – Nature Weaving.
Artful Afternoons – Parker Room
Wednesdays, October 7 to November 4 from 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
4 Years to 6 Years.
Registration is required.
Drop in every Wednesday for a fun-filled afternoon of art! This fun and free-form art program encourages imagination and creativity through hands-on projects. Kids can paint, draw, and create with all kinds of materials. Perfect for ages 4-6. All materials are provided!
Wednesday, October 7 at 4:00 PM – Fall Wreath.
Wednesday, October 14 at 4:00 PM – Autumn Leaf Suncatcher.
Wednesday, October 21 at 4:00 PM – Tissue Paper Plate Tree.
Wednesday, October 28 at 4:00 PM – Beaded Corn.
Wednesday, November 4 at 4:00 PM – Marble Fall Leaf Painting.
Lego Club – Parker Room
Thursday, October 8 and December 5 from 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
7 Years to 12 Years
Registration is required.
Calling all LEGO fans! Join us each month for a fun building challenge where kids can create, experiment, and bring their ideas to life. Build, share, and celebrate your LEGO creations with fellow builders!
Graphic Novel Book Club – Parker Room
Thursday, October 22 and December 3 from 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
Grade 3 – Grade 6.
Registration is required.
Calling all graphic novel fans! Read a new graphic novel each month and join us for a lively discussion about the characters, adventures, and big moments in the story. We’ll also have activities inspired by each book. Registration open to non-Teaneck residents.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Ongoing
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a national program with a very simple goal: to create lifetime readers starting at a very early age. Reading with your child benefits development and allows you to create a family bond. Start reading and tracking your books with your little one (birth-kindergarten ) – it’s never too early! You can log your books digitally or using our simple printable tracker. Your child will receive badges and stickers along the way as well as a gift and certificate when they reach the goal. Reading the same book again and again (as children often want to do) counts!
