Children’s Events

Ages 3 and upFriday, February 19 at 10 AMThis creative kit comes with all of the ingredients for imagination! This creative toy building set for kids 5 years and up comes with everything they need to build and customize their own unique and colorful Play-Doh ice cream stand. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

We’d love to see completed projects – pictures can be sent to csiciliano@mahwahlibrary.orgPickup starts at 10 AM on Monday, June 28

Ages 3 and upFriday, February 19 at 10 AMThis creative kit comes with all of the ingredients for imagination! This creative toy building set for kids 5 years and up comes with everything they need to build and customize their own unique and colorful Play-Doh ice cream stand. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

We’d love to see completed projects – pictures can be sent to csiciliano@mahwahlibrary.orgPickup starts at 10 AM on Monday, June 28

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! No registration is necessary. 

Join us for virtual Jiggly Wiggly! This music and movement class is for babies to pre-K. 

Wednesday’s Jiggly Wiggly will be available on the Mahwah Public Library’s Facebook page starting at 10:15 AM and can be accessed any time after that. 

Ages 4 – 8 Wednesdays, May 12 – June 16Children will be introduced to Spanish in this fun and interactive class! The class is taught by a certified teacher who is fluent in both languages, so join us for this exciting program.

Registration is required. If you are having trouble registering, please contact the children’s information desk at 201.529.7323

Ages 4 -5Thursdays, May 13 – June 17Early Literacy is a great way to instill a love of reading and learning in your young child. Join a certified teacher in learning important sight words and begin your journey in discovering books! This is a six week class that builds on previous weeks. 

Registration is required.  If you are having trouble registering, please contact the children’s information desk at 201.529.7323

Ages 2-5.Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 AMEnjoy stories, sing songs, play games, and have fun! Storytimes will be on Facebook at 10:30 AM but can be viewed at any time! 

Join us for virtual Jiggly Wiggly! This music and movement class is for babies to 23 months. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. This is a virtual program and will be available through the Zoom links provided.Meeting ID: 817 9685 4928Passcode: ChristinaJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81796854928?pwd=S0FRQWZNMVovRVlMYzZKelpqcEk4UT09

Join us for virtual Jiggly Wiggly! This music and movement class is for babies to 23 months. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. This is a virtual program and will be available through the Zoom links provided.Meeting ID: 817 9685 4928Passcode: ChristinaJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81796854928?pwd=S0FRQWZNMVovRVlMYzZKelpqcEk4UT09

Ages 3 and upAttendees will meet Miss Kate and Miss Debbie on the front steps for a storytime outside! Weather permitting; masks and social distancing required. Registration is required as space is limited. 

Ages 3 and up2 Play-Doh Drizzle bottles in one means double the fun! Fill up the 2 dishes and 2 cones with Play-Doh ice cream, then squeeze pretend chocolate or strawberry colors on top with the Play-Doh Drizzle compound. Registration is required.

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! No registration is necessary. 

Join us for virtual Jiggly Wiggly! This music and movement class is for babies to pre-K. 

Wednesday’s Jiggly Wiggly will be available on the Mahwah Public Library’s Facebook page starting at 10:15 AM and can be accessed any time after that. 

Ages 5 and upWednesday, June 23 @ 10:00 AMDesign your own turtle stepping stone for an indoor potted plant, or add exterior varnish for an awesome outdoor decoration. Pickup begins on 6/23 at 10 AM.  Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

Registration is required. 

Ages 5 and upWednesday, June 23 @ 10:00 AMDesign your own turtle stepping stone for an indoor potted plant, or add exterior varnish for an awesome outdoor decoration. Pickup begins on 6/23 at 10 AM.  Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

Registration is required. 

Join us to create seed bombs with local wild flower seeds! We will also post a video on our Facebook of Violet from MEVO discussing the importance of pollinators. Viewing the video does not require registration, but you must register for the craft, as supplies and space are limited. This program is for ages 3 and up. 

Join us to create seed bombs with local wild flower seeds! We will also post a video on our Facebook of Violet from MEVO discussing the importance of pollinators. Viewing the video does not require registration, but you must register for the craft, as supplies and space are limited. This program is for ages 3 and up. 

Ages 2-5.Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 AMEnjoy stories, sing songs, play games, and have fun! Storytimes will be on Facebook at 10:30 AM but can be viewed at any time! 

Join us as we celebrate Summer Reading with a trip to the zoo! Kick off summer reading at our in-person Summer Reading Celebration!

Sign up for our summer reading program and be sure to take one of our grab and go crafts. Then head outside to experience Karen’s Petting Zoo to visit with ducks, rabbits, goats, pigs, a mini horse, and alpaca and more! Miss Alicia will be twisting balloons in to into animals and other shapesof your choosing to take home! 

Join us for virtual Jiggly Wiggly! This music and movement class is for babies to 23 months. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. This is a virtual program and will be available through the Zoom links provided.Meeting ID: 817 9685 4928Passcode: ChristinaJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81796854928?pwd=S0FRQWZNMVovRVlMYzZKelpqcEk4UT09

Join us for virtual Jiggly Wiggly! This music and movement class is for babies to 23 months. NO REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. This is a virtual program and will be available through the Zoom links provided.Meeting ID: 817 9685 4928Passcode: ChristinaJoin Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81796854928?pwd=S0FRQWZNMVovRVlMYzZKelpqcEk4UT09

Ages 6-8Students will see just how complex they can get their water slide to be, while safely landing your marble in the “pool”. This can be a great outdoor activity, or even something to do on a rainy day in the bathroom for easily cleanup. Kids will pick up their kit and can then view the instructional video at their convenience. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.Registration is required. 

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! No registration is necessary. 

Join our friends from the Montclair Art Museum as they teach us about the artist Nick Cave and then create artwork inspired by his awesome Soundsuit sculpture collection. This program is for ages 5 and up. Registration is required. Pickup starts 6/28; instructional video to follow. 

Join us for virtual Jiggly Wiggly! This music and movement class is for babies to pre-K. 

Wednesday’s Jiggly Wiggly will be available on the Mahwah Public Library’s Facebook page starting at 10:15 AM and can be accessed any time after that. 

Grades 2 – 5

Join us for a STEAM class where we will make beautiful art with LED lights. Participants can collect the supplies from the library and then view the instructional video on their own time. Participants will need to supply their own scissors and chalk pastels or oil pastels. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

Registration is required. 

Grades 2 – 5

Join us for a STEAM class where we will make beautiful art with LED lights. Participants can collect the supplies from the library and then view the instructional video on their own time. Participants will need to supply their own scissors and chalk pastels or oil pastels. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

Registration is required. 

Ages 2-5.Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 AMEnjoy stories, sing songs, play games, and have fun! Storytimes will be on Facebook at 10:30 AM but can be viewed at any time! 

Ages 3 and up

No matter how you slice it, it’s way too much fun to see what kinds of silly sandwiches and other creations kids can make with this Play-Doh toaster and tools! Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

Registration is required. We’d love to see completed projects – pictures can be sent to csiciliano@mahwahlibrary.org

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! Crafts will be in a bin by the parking lot doors.No registration is necessary. 

All Ages

Children will focus on interesting animal adaptations and how animals appear in literature. Join us and our animal guests as we “dive in” to some of the ways different animals use their tails — like tadpoles who use their tails for propulsion and thresher sharks, who use their tails to stun their prey!

No registration is required.

Join Miss Valerie for in-person Jiggly Wiggly! Songs, rhymes, and fun for ages 3 and under. This program will take place on the grass located near the back right corner of the parking lot. PLEASE REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS INDIVIDUALLY. In-person classes take place on 7/7, 7/21, 8/4, 8/18.

Jiggly Wiggly is subject to change due to weather; if the class is canceled, a Jiggly Wiggly class will be available on our Facebook page. Masks and social distancing required. Registration is required as space is limited.

Ages 8 and up

Join us as we make awesome oil pastel dragons! Participants can collect the supplies from the library and then view the instructional video on their own time. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup. Registration is required. 

Ages 2-5.Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 AMEnjoy stories, sing songs, play games, and have fun! Storytimes will be on Facebook at 10:30 AM but can be viewed at any time! 

All ages

How do you take care of chickens? What do they eat, and where do they live? Learn all about chickens with Miss Violet from MEVO! No registration is necessary.

All ages

How do you take care of chickens? What do they eat, and where do they live? Learn all about chickens with Miss Violet from MEVO! No registration is necessary.

All ages

Join us for a treat SHORE to delight. Each kit comes with sprinkles, frosting, and two sugar cookies. Please be conscious of your child’s food allergies. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup. Registration is required. 

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! Crafts will be in a bin by the parking lot doors.No registration is necessary. 

All agesThe Tricky Dogs Show is a circus style comedy dog act starring six Terriers, one Poodle and their pet human, Rick Martin. No registration is required.

Ages 5 and up

Join us as we make beautiful water color sea turtles. Participants can collect the supplies from the library and then view the instructional video on their own time. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup. Registration is required. 

Ages 2-5.Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 AMEnjoy stories, sing songs, play games, and have fun! Storytimes will be on Facebook at 10:30 AM but can be viewed at any time! 

Ages 3 and upAttendees will meet Miss Kate and Miss Debbie on the front steps for a storytime outside! Weather permitting; masks and social distancing required. Registration is required as space is limited. 

All ages

With nothing more than a trunk full of props and his fast wit, Jester Jim’s show is packed with fun and excitement. Juggling, balancing, and beat-boxing make this a performance the whole family will never forget!  

This event is virtual on Facebook Live and does not require registration. 

Ages 3 and up

Ever imagine a Unicorn donut, a critter-shaped fritter, or a multicolor cruller? Or maybe a classic vanilla glazed donut is more your style? Any way you like it, now you can get creative at your own make-believe donut Café! Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

Registration is required. We’d love to see completed projects – pictures can be sent to csiciliano@mahwahlibrary.org

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! Crafts will be in a bin by the parking lot doors.No registration is necessary. 

Join Miss Valerie for in-person Jiggly Wiggly! Songs, rhymes, and fun for ages 3 and under. This program will take place on the grass located near the back right corner of the parking lot. PLEASE REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS INDIVIDUALLY. In-person classes take place on 7/7, 7/21, 8/4, 8/18.

Jiggly Wiggly is subject to change due to weather; if the class is canceled, a Jiggly Wiggly class will be available on our Facebook page. Masks and social distancing required. Registration is required as space is limited.

Ages 5 and upWednesday, July 21 @ 10:00 AMDesign your own hedgehog stepping stone for an indoor potted plant, or add exterior varnish for an awesome outdoor decoration. Pickup begins on 7/21 at 10 AM.  Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup. Registration is required. 

Ages 5 and upWednesday, July 21 @ 10:00 AMDesign your own hedgehog stepping stone for an indoor potted plant, or add exterior varnish for an awesome outdoor decoration. Pickup begins on 7/21 at 10 AM.  Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup. Registration is required. 

Ages 2-5.Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 AMEnjoy stories, sing songs, play games, and have fun! Storytimes will be on Facebook at 10:30 AM but can be viewed at any time! 

Ages 18 months to 6 years old

Join us for yoga, storytime, songs, and dance! Mr. Chris from Magical Melodies and Miss Danielle from Bendy Bookworm Yoga will weave together exercise and songs for a program you won’t want to miss. This program will run for 45 minutes and is for ages 18 months to 6 years old.  No registration is required; this event will premier on Facebook Live.

Ages 18 months to 6 years old

Join us for yoga, storytime, songs, and dance! Mr. Chris from Magical Melodies and Miss Danielle from Bendy Bookworm Yoga will weave together exercise and songs for a program you won’t want to miss. This program will run for 45 minutes and is for ages 18 months to 6 years old.  No registration is required; this event will premier on Facebook Live.

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! Crafts will be in a bin by the parking lot doors.No registration is necessary. 

Join a Wild Center Naturalist at Otter Falls to examine the unique adaptations of our North American River Otters. Learn about the history of otters in New York State including their incredible comeback. This program is good for children ages 5 and up. No registration is necessary.

Join a Wild Center Naturalist at Otter Falls to examine the unique adaptations of our North American River Otters. Learn about the history of otters in New York State including their incredible comeback. This program is good for children ages 5 and up. No registration is necessary.

For children entering first grade and up

Join us to make awesome mermaid tails! Participants can collect the supplies from the library and then view the instructional video on their own time. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup. Registration is required. 

Ages 2-5.Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 AMEnjoy stories, sing songs, play games, and have fun! Storytimes will be on Facebook at 10:30 AM but can be viewed at any time! 

Ages 3 and upHelp the baby bronto break out of its egg! This Play-Doh dinosaur playset lets kids hatch the baby brontosaurus figure and make its neck grow long. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup. Registration is required. We’d love to see completed projects – pictures can be sent to csiciliano@mahwahlibrary.org

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! Crafts will be in a bin by the parking lot doors.No registration is necessary. 

Learn all about butterflies and moths from expert Steve Fratello, also known as The Butterfly Guy. Learn about the differences and similarities between the two insects, their life cycles, and their habitats. No registration is required. 

Join Miss Valerie for in-person Jiggly Wiggly! Songs, rhymes, and fun for ages 3 and under. This program will take place on the grass located near the back right corner of the parking lot. PLEASE REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS INDIVIDUALLY. In-person classes take place on 7/7, 7/21, 8/4, 8/18.

Jiggly Wiggly is subject to change due to weather; if the class is canceled, a Jiggly Wiggly class will be available on our Facebook page. Masks and social distancing required. Registration is required as space is limited.

For children entering Kindergarten and up

Create an awesome dinosaur with acrylic paint! Participants can collect the supplies from the library and then view the instructional video on their own time. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup. Registration is required. 

Ages 2-5.Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 AMEnjoy stories, sing songs, play games, and have fun! Storytimes will be on Facebook at 10:30 AM but can be viewed at any time! 

Take a virtual tour to check out some of the innovative building techniques and green practices utilized to best support the Center’s dedication to sustainability. Participate in activities from our Youth Climate Program and explore sustainable practices in your own community! This program is for children ages 5 and up. 

Take a virtual tour to check out some of the innovative building techniques and green practices utilized to best support the Center’s dedication to sustainability. Participate in activities from our Youth Climate Program and explore sustainable practices in your own community! This program is for children ages 5 and up. 

All ages

Join us for a some awesome animal cookies kits! Each kit comes with sprinkles, frosting, and two sugar cookies. Please be conscious of your child’s food allergies. Registration is required. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! Crafts will be in a bin by the parking lot doors.No registration is necessary. 

For children entering first grade and up.

Experiment with watercolor and salt!  Participants can collect the supplies from the library and then view the instructional video on their own time. Registration is required. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

Ages 2-5.Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 AMEnjoy stories, sing songs, play games, and have fun! Storytimes will be on Facebook at 10:30 AM but can be viewed at any time! 

All ages

Join Magic Jim and his trusty sidekick puppet Mortimer as they use magic, humor and books from the library to entertain and motivate young readers of all ages. No registration is necessary. 

Ages 3 and upWhen the ice cream truck isn’t around, here’s the best way to get the coolest Play-Doh treats in town! Make crazy ice cream cones, silly snow cones, and more. Registration is required. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.We’d love to see completed projects – pictures can be sent to csiciliano@mahwahlibrary.org

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! Crafts will be in a bin by the parking lot doors.No registration is necessary. 

Join Miss Valerie for in-person Jiggly Wiggly! Songs, rhymes, and fun for ages 3 and under. This program will take place on the grass located near the back right corner of the parking lot. PLEASE REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS INDIVIDUALLY. In-person classes take place on 7/7, 7/21, 8/4, 8/18.

Jiggly Wiggly is subject to change due to weather; if the class is canceled, a Jiggly Wiggly class will be available on our Facebook page. Masks and social distancing required. Registration is required as space is limited.

Grades K-5

Create an adorable avocado fleece pillow! All materials will be provided. Registration is required. Visit the children’s section to pick up your kit or call 201.529.7323 for curbside pickup.

Ages 3 and upAttendees will meet Miss Kate and Miss Debbie on the front steps for a storytime outside! Weather permitting; masks and social distancing required. Registration is required as space is limited. 

All ages.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 10 AMJoin us for a craft! Pick up the supplies on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and make an awesome craft! Crafts will be in a bin by the parking lot doors.No registration is necessary. 

Young artists can use their imagination to create whatever they can come up with on our Friday Crafternoons. Art supplies will be in the children’s room without limitations on creativity!