Library Hours and Services
Fall Hours
Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday, closed.
The library will be closed Monday, Oct. 12.
Notary Services
Monday through Thursday; call before arriving to schedule an appointment.
Tech Help
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Available in Spanish or English. Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome.
Fax, Copy, Print and Scan Services
Available during library hours.
Library Board Meeting
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m.
Children’s Programs (Ages 0-11)
Books & Badges
Tuesdays at 11 a.m.
Children up to age 9, accompanied by a caregiver, can enjoy a book and craft with officers from the Roselle Park Police Department.
Story Time Play Group
Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
Join Miss Faith for stories and songs, followed by free play with friends. Ages 0 to 5.
LEGO Club
Thursdays at 3 p.m. and select Saturdays at 11 a.m.
Ready, set, build. Use the library’s bricks and your imagination to create something amazing. Ages 3 to 12.
Kids Crafternoon/Author Visit*
Monday, Oct. 5, 3:30 p.m.
Join the library for a story and craft. Meet children’s author Laura Sassi as she reads *Pumpkin Day for Boo & Belle*, followed by a craft. All supplies are provided. Ages 3 to 11. Registration required.
Read, Paint, Glow*
Monday, Oct. 19, 3:30 p.m.
Storytime gets a glow-up with a glowing story under black lights, followed by neon painting. Dress for a mess. Ages 5 to 11. Registration required.
Tales & Treats*
Monday, Oct. 26, 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy a story followed by a treat. Ages 5 to 11. Registration required.
Messy Tots Story Time
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m.
Join Miss Faith for preschool storytime followed by hands-on messy and sensory play. Dress for a mess. Ages 0 to 5.
Family Events
Read Around the World StoryTime*
Monday, Oct. 5, 6 p.m.
Explore a new country each week through books and crafts or activities. Get a storytime passport and collect stamps; attend seven sessions to earn a special prize. Registration required.
NJ Snake Man*
Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m.
Get up close with live snakes and learn facts about them with NJ Snake Man. All ages are welcome. Registration required.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Ongoing; drop in any time to sign up.
Children ages 0 to 5 can sign up, read books and collect prizes. Roselle Park residents only.
Tween/Teen Programs (Ages 12-17)
Tween Bracelet Making
Tuesday, Oct. 6, after school.
Make Halloween bead bracelets. Ages 12 to 17.
Tween Ghost Frame Decorating
Wednesday, Oct. 14, after school.
Paint a wooden ghost frame. Ages 12 to 17.
Tween Halloween Hangout
Tuesday, Oct. 27, after school.
Celebrate spooky season at the library with crafts and sweet treats. Ages 12 to 17.
Adult Programs
Knitting Club
Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m.
Knit and crochet winter hats and scarves to donate to charities.
Quilting Club
Second and fourth Thursdays, 1 to 3 p.m.
Try new quilting patterns with friends.
ESL (Intermediate Level)
Thursdays, 5 p.m.
For intermediate ESL students looking to advance reading, writing and speaking skills.
Voices of Heritage: A Poetry Celebration*
Thursday, Oct. 15, 6 p.m.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with local Latina author Rosangela Perez in a conversation about literature, culture and storytelling. Complimentary tres leches cake from local Latino baker Brian’s Bites will be provided. Registration encouraged.
Cookies & Chapters Adult Book Club*
Thursday, Oct. 22, 6 p.m.
Review the book of the month. Call or visit the circulation desk to reserve a spot.
Book and Craft*
Monday, Oct. 26, 6 p.m.
Discuss the book of the month while making a themed craft. Registration required.
Tai-Chi*
Tuesdays, 6 to 7 p.m.
Build strength, flexibility and balance through this gentle form of exercise for teens through adults. Space is limited; Roselle Park residents receive priority.