Kids Programs
More Programs Coming Soon!
Our fall programs are wrapping up but there’s still more to enjoy! Check out our remaining November programs, and stay tuned for December and winter programming announcements.
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
Pickle Party – Auditorium
Monday, 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!
Bubble, Comedy and Music Show ft. Turtle Dance Music – Auditorium
Sunday, December 13, from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Best for Ages 2–9.
No registration required.
Bubbles, music, comedy, and fun! Dance, sing, laugh, and use your imagination in this interactive show designed for children of all abilities.
RSVP for Bubble, Comedy and Music Show ft. Turtle Dance Music
The Flavor Labs: Edible Cookie Dough Bites – Auditorium
Monday, December 28, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM or 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
6 Years – 10 Years.
Registration is required.
Calling all cookie dough lovers! Mix, roll, and create delicious, no-bake cookie dough bites in this hands-on workshop. This project is kosher-friendly! Please register for one session only. Registration is limited to Teaneck residents.
Monday, December 28 at 3:00 PM
Monday, December 28 at 4:15 PM
Family Puzzle Night – Auditorium
Monday, December 28, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Best for Ages 5 and up.
Registration is required.
Join us for Family Puzzle Night on Monday, December 28 at 6:00 PM! Race against other families to complete a 200-piece puzzle and win a prize! Registration is required, as space is limited. Each family team may include up to 5 people, with no more than 2 adults. Please fill out only one registration form and include the names and ages of all participating children.
Storytimes
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!
Register for Cat in the Hat Storytime
Humble Pie Day Storytime and Craft – Auditorium
Tuesday, December 1, from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
4 Years to 8 Years.
Registration is required.
Celebrate Pie Day with a special reading of Humble Pie by Jory John and create your very own felt pie. Fall in love with the classic Jory John story and learn how to create your own pies at home!
Register for Humble Pie Day Storytime and Craft
Playtime – Parker Room
Fridays, December 4 through February 26 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. (Except 12/25 & 1/1)
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, December 5 through February 27 at 11:00 AM
All Ages.
No registration required.
Join us for a fun family program filled with stories, songs and smiles!
Music Storytime with Mr. Corbitt – Children’s Room
Mondays, December 7, December 14, from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM.
Babies and toddlers up to age 3.
Registration is required.
Join Mr. Corbitt for music, movement and lots of fun!
Monday, December 7 at 10:30 AM
Monday, December 14 at 10:30 AM
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, November 10 at 4:00 PM – Nature Weaving
Tuesday, November 17 at 4:00 PM – Nature-Imprinted Clay Dish
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.
This program is open to Teaneck residents only. A valid Teaneck library card is required at registration. Please arrive by 4:05 pm; after that time, we may offer spots to families on the waiting list if space allows.
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 28 at 4:00 PM – Beaded Corn
Wednesday, November 4 at 4:00 PM – Marble Fall Leaf Painting
Pokemon Club – Parker Room
Thursday, November 12 from 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
7 Years – 11 Years.
Registration is required.
Catch the fun at Pokémon Club! Join us each month for Pokémon-themed games, activities, and challenges. Meet other fans, show off your skills, or learn new ones, and have fun exploring the world of Pokémon together!
Graphic Novel Book Club – Parker Room
Thursday, 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.
Register for Graphic Novel Book Club
Lego Club – Parker Room
Thursday, 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!
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!
