April 2024

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Monday, April 16:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Movie Monday

Movie MondayJoin us for a snack and a movie. The Miracle Club | 2023 | 1hr 31min | PG-13
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Tuesday, April 24:00—6:00 PMChildrens Room
Teen Space/ Lower Level

Drop-In Homework Help

Teen volunteers will be on hand to help students in grades K-5 with their homework. First come, first served. Check in at the childrens desk to see if volunteers are available. For students in Kindergarten to 5th grade.

Tuesday, April 27:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Yarn Slingers

Yarn SlingersKnit? Crochet? Needlepoint? Bring your needles, yarn, or thread, and exchange purls of wisdom!
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Wednesday, April 32:00—3:00 PMConference Room

Poetry Reading and Discussion

Poetry Reading and DiscussionLed by Fort Lee resident Sara Halman. Join us for an afternoon to “unpack your heart” with poetry readings followed by thoughtful discussion. No advanced reading required.

Wednesday, April 37:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

CANCELED: Creative Writing & Journaling

CANCELED: Creative Writing & Journaling Unstick that sticky writer's block, get started on your next memoir, novel, or short story, or just take an hour to unwind and write! For adult patrons 18 and older.  Canceled due to weather - stay safe and dry!

Wednesday, April 37:00—8:00 PMVirtual

Korean For Beginners (Session II)

Learn the basics of the Korean Language over the course of this 6-week series! Made possible by a generous grant from the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in NY. For Fort Lee Cardholders 18 and older who haven't taken the series already.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 411:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting Room
Richard A. Nest Adult Activity Center (Senior Center)319 Main St, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024

Ballet For Beginners

Ballet For BeginnersWanna try your hand (and feet) at ballet? Join us for this beginners class! No experience required and no experience encouraged! No special shoes or attire are necessary for this class - just wear comfortable clothes and shoes that you can move in!  For adults, ages 18 and older.…Learn More
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Saturday, April 611:00 AM—1:00 PMMeeting Room

Meet Fort Lee!

Meet Fort Lee!Whether you’re new to the borough or a long-time resident, come to the library to learn about all the resources available to you in our community. Representatives from many Fort Lee organizations, the Health Department, Housing Authority, Parking Authority, and the Senior Center, will be on hand to answer your questions.…Learn More

Saturday, April 62:00—4:00 PMMeeting Room

Bridge For Beginners

Bridge For BeginnersLearn how to play Bridge with Mary Beck! Mary is a silver Life Master who has been playing bridge since college. In addition to teaching bridge, she is a duplicate bridge Director certified by The American Contract Bridge League. Fort Lee Cardholders, ages 18 and older.…Learn More
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Monday, April 811:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room

Boogie Woogie Babies

Boogie Woogie BabiesBoogie Woogie Babies is a Baby and Me Dance Company that encourages adults to get up and be active with their little ones. Classes catered to infants-5 years old consist of singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and dancing for big and little people.…Learn More

Monday, April 83:30—4:30 PMConference Room

Fairy Tale Writing Workshop

Join us in a multi-part workshop where using our imaginations, we will create fairytale stories that are truly out of this world!Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required. For ages 8 and up.
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Tuesday, April 93:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Crafternoon

CrafternoonMake your own light up signs! Makes a great decoration for your room.  For teens in 7th- 12th grades.  While supplies last.  

Tuesday, April 94:00—6:00 PMChildrens Room
Teen Space/ Lower Level

Drop-In Homework Help

Teen volunteers will be on hand to help students in grades K-5 with their homework. First come, first served. Check in at the childrens desk to see if volunteers are available. For students in Kindergarten to 5th grade.

Tuesday, April 97:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Yarn Slingers

Yarn SlingersKnit? Crochet? Needlepoint? Bring your needles, yarn, or thread, and exchange purls of wisdom!
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Wednesday, April 1011:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room

Sensory Friendly Storytime

Let's get hands-on! Join us for songs, rhymes and your favorite read-aloud books followed by a session of playing with some sensory engaging toys. For young children, ages 0-5, of all abilities.  Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 102:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room

Afternoon Book Club

Afternoon Book ClubLed by Assistant Director Morris and Head of Youth Services Jes.  April: Baumgartner by Paul Auster…Learn More

Wednesday, April 103:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Library Card Keychain Craft

Celebrate National Library Week by making your own blingy bracelet or keychain to hold your library card! Be sure to bring your library card to attach to your keychain. Fort Lee cardholders only. Registration required. For ages 8 and up.

Wednesday, April 107:00—8:00 PMVirtual

7 Spots to Declutter First in the Spring (VIRTUAL)

7 Spots to Declutter First in the Spring (VIRTUAL)Get a fresh start by decluttering the seven spots that make the biggest difference. Learn what to do first when tidying up with bestselling author and expert organizer Jamie Novak.  Registration required to receive Zoom Link.

Wednesday, April 107:00—8:00 PMVirtual

Korean For Beginners (Session II)

Learn the basics of the Korean Language over the course of this 6-week series! Made possible by a generous grant from the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in NY. For Fort Lee Cardholders 18 and older who haven't taken the series already.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 1110:00—11:00 AMMeeting Room

Baby Tummy Time

Baby Tummy TimeBring a blanket and join other babies for some tummy time! This is a great opportunity to meet other families in the community. No registration required. For pre-walkers, aged 0+.

Thursday, April 1111:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting Room

Ballet For Beginners

Ballet For BeginnersWanna try your hand (and feet) at ballet? Join us for this beginners class! No experience required and no experience encouraged! No special shoes or attire are necessary for this class - just wear comfortable clothes and shoes that you can move in!  For adults, ages 18 and older.…Learn More

Thursday, April 112:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room

Closet Cleanout to Cash

Closet Cleanout to CashLearn about online marketplaces like Poshmark, Ebay, and Mercari so you can clear out your closet and sell your used clothing and shoes for cash. With Marketing Manager Carlos Roman.  

Thursday, April 113:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Sewing Stories

Join us as we learn about the interesting lives of people who changed the world and improve our stitching skills. Join us as we read about Judith Geller, a French Resistance Fighter during World War II. We will stitch a project inspired by her brave story.…Learn More

Thursday, April 114:00—5:00 PMConference Room

Drop In Computer Lab

Technology assistance by staff and volunteers. Bring in your own device (phone, tablet, laptop) and a question to learn the basics of email, downloading ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more.
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Friday, April 1211:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room

Toddler Playtime

A great way to socialize and make new friends! Toys are selected with age and safety guidelines in mind and are suitable for young children. Clean-up song at 11:45!No registration required. For ages 18-36 months.

Friday, April 123:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Teen After School Gaming

Bring your friends and kick off the weekend with all types of games. Play with the library’s Nintendo switch or any of our tabletop games. For 7th-12th grades.  

Friday, April 123:30—4:30 PMConference Room

Little Readers Book Club

Little Readers Book ClubJoin Miss Arlinda as we read some of the Library’s favorites!Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required. For ages 5 to 9 years old.
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Saturday, April 1311:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting Room

Zentangle Butterfly

Zentangle is a fun, easy, and relaxing method of drawing. In this 90 minute zentangle workshop with Mimi Topping, you will explore meditative drawing with the use of different color options such as gel pens, toned paper, colored pencils, watercolors, and charcoal pencils.…Learn More

Saturday, April 132:00—4:00 PMMeeting Room

Bridge For Beginners

Bridge For BeginnersLearn how to play Bridge with Mary Beck! Mary is a silver Life Master who has been playing bridge since college. In addition to teaching bridge, she is a duplicate bridge Director certified by The American Contract Bridge League. Fort Lee Cardholders, ages 18 and older.…Learn More
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Monday, April 1511:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room

Boogie Woogie Babies

Boogie Woogie BabiesBoogie Woogie Babies is a Baby and Me Dance Company that encourages adults to get up and be active with their little ones. Classes catered to infants-5 years old consist of singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and dancing for big and little people.…Learn More

Monday, April 153:30—4:30 PMConference Room

Fairy Tale Writing Workshop

Join us in a multi-part workshop where using our imaginations, we will create fairytale stories that are truly out of this world!Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required. For ages 8 and up.

Monday, April 157:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

CANCELED - The Journey to Overcome Parental Anxiety

For parents to advocate for their child’s medical and educational services, they need an understanding of their child’s academic, social, emotional, and behavioral presentation. This knowledge will empower parents to appropriately consult with the child’s mental health professional to ensure that the appropriate psychotherapeutic target is implemented to get the desired outcome from the therapeutic process.…Learn More

Monday, April 157:00—8:00 PMConference Room

Between The Covers

Led by Library Director Chris. April: If I Had Your Face by Frances Cha
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Tuesday, April 163:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Stem Stars

Grab your lab coats and goggles and join Miss Arlinda on a scientific exploration into the world of STEM!Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required. For ages 6 and up.  

Tuesday, April 164:00—6:00 PMChildrens Room
Teen Space/ Lower Level

Drop-In Homework Help

Teen volunteers will be on hand to help students in grades K-5 with their homework. First come, first served. Check in at the childrens desk to see if volunteers are available. For students in Kindergarten to 5th grade.

Tuesday, April 167:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Yarn Slingers

Yarn SlingersKnit? Crochet? Needlepoint? Bring your needles, yarn, or thread, and exchange purls of wisdom!
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Wednesday, April 177:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Spring Birds Greeting Cards

Spring Birds Greeting CardsDecorate cards with plump, fluffy, watercolor birds! Give them to friends and family to spread some spring cheer!Fort Lee Library cardholder only. Registration required.

Wednesday, April 177:00—8:00 PMVirtual

Korean For Beginners (Session II)

Learn the basics of the Korean Language over the course of this 6-week series! Made possible by a generous grant from the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in NY. For Fort Lee Cardholders 18 and older who haven't taken the series already.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 1810:00—11:00 AMMeeting Room

Baby Tummy Time

Baby Tummy TimeBring a blanket and join other babies for some tummy time! This is a great opportunity to meet other families in the community. No registration required. For pre-walkers, aged 0+.

Thursday, April 1811:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting Room

Ballet For Beginners

Ballet For BeginnersWanna try your hand (and feet) at ballet? Join us for this beginners class! No experience required and no experience encouraged! No special shoes or attire are necessary for this class - just wear comfortable clothes and shoes that you can move in!  For adults, ages 18 and older.…Learn More

Thursday, April 183:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Meet the Author! Frances Cha, Author of the Goblin Twins

Meet the Author! Frances Cha, Author of the Goblin TwinsJoin us for an afternoon with author Frances Cha, author of “The Goblin Twins” who will read from her book and introduce the legends of dokkaebi, mythical spirits/goblins from ancient Korean culture. She will talk about behind the scenes of writing a picture book and how she collaborated with the illustrator to make each part as funny and interesting as possible! Geared for young readers and families who enjoy learning about magic and mythical creatures from other cultures.…Learn More

Thursday, April 184:00—5:00 PMConference Room

Drop In Computer Lab

Technology assistance by staff and volunteers. Bring in your own device (phone, tablet, laptop) and a question to learn the basics of email, downloading ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more.

Thursday, April 187:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Contemporary Korea Through Fiction: Discussions with Frances Cha, Author of "If I Had Your Face"

Contemporary Korea Through Fiction: Discussions with Frances Cha, Author of "If I Had Your Face"Join us for a reading and discussion with Frances Cha, author of the novel “If I Had Your Face. ” Set in contemporary Korea, Cha’s debut novel explores themes of gender, beauty standards, contemporary Korean life and the complexity of societal expectations.…Learn More
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Friday, April 1911:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room

Toddler Playtime

A great way to socialize and make new friends! Toys are selected with age and safety guidelines in mind and are suitable for young children. Clean-up song at 11:45!No registration required. For ages 18-36 months.

Friday, April 193:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Teen After School Gaming

Bring your friends and kick off the weekend with all types of games. Play with the library’s Nintendo switch or any of our tabletop games. For 7th-12th grades.  
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Monday, April 2211:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room

Boogie Woogie Babies

Boogie Woogie BabiesBoogie Woogie Babies is a Baby and Me Dance Company that encourages adults to get up and be active with their little ones. Classes catered to infants-5 years old consist of singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and dancing for big and little people.…Learn More

Monday, April 223:30—4:30 PMConference Room

Fairy Tale Writing Workshop

Join us in a multi-part workshop where using our imaginations, we will create fairytale stories that are truly out of this world!Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required. For ages 8 and up.
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Tuesday, April 231:00—2:00 PMRichard A. Nest Adult Activity Center (Senior Center)319 Main St, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024

Smartphones For Seniors

Smartphones For SeniorsNot sure how to save a new contact? Wondering how to block spam callers? Join us at the Richard A. Nest Adult Activity Center for answers to your smartphone questions.  

Tuesday, April 233:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Let's Get Thready

Let's Get ThreadyLearn the basics of embroidery in two fun-filled sessions making your own memorable keepsake. Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required. For grades 7-12.…Learn More

Tuesday, April 234:00—6:00 PMChildrens Room
Teen Space/ Lower Level

Drop-In Homework Help

Teen volunteers will be on hand to help students in grades K-5 with their homework. First come, first served. Check in at the childrens desk to see if volunteers are available. For students in Kindergarten to 5th grade.

Tuesday, April 237:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Yarn Slingers

Yarn SlingersKnit? Crochet? Needlepoint? Bring your needles, yarn, or thread, and exchange purls of wisdom!
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Wednesday, April 241:00—2:00 PMVirtual

Chat GPT and Generative AI for Small Business (VIRTUAL)

Chat GPT and Generative AI for Small Business (VIRTUAL)Join Patricia Saporito from SCORE to learn about what Generative AI is, compare ChatGPT to other generative AI tools, and show how small businesses can use it for basic research and to create content for marketing and even business plans.  Registration required.

Wednesday, April 243:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Penguin Pointers with Jenkinson's Aquarium

Penguin Pointers with Jenkinson's AquariumWaddle into the world of these beloved flightless birds! Learn their basic biology, where they live, the threats they face, how we can help them in the wild, and how we care for this endangered species at the aquarium. Registration required. For ages 5 and up.…Learn More

Wednesday, April 247:00—8:00 PMVirtual

Korean For Beginners (Session II)

Learn the basics of the Korean Language over the course of this 6-week series! Made possible by a generous grant from the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in NY. For Fort Lee Cardholders 18 and older who haven't taken the series already.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 2510:00—11:00 AMMeeting Room

Baby Tummy Time

Baby Tummy TimeBring a blanket and join other babies for some tummy time! This is a great opportunity to meet other families in the community. No registration required. For pre-walkers, aged 0+.

Thursday, April 2511:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting Room

Ballet For Beginners

Ballet For BeginnersWanna try your hand (and feet) at ballet? Join us for this beginners class! No experience required and no experience encouraged! No special shoes or attire are necessary for this class - just wear comfortable clothes and shoes that you can move in!  For adults, ages 18 and older.…Learn More

Thursday, April 253:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Let's Get Thready

Let's Get ThreadyLearn the basics of embroidery in two fun-filled sessions making your own memorable keepsake. Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required. For grades 7-12.…Learn More

Thursday, April 254:00—5:00 PMConference Room

Drop In Computer Lab

Technology assistance by staff and volunteers. Bring in your own device (phone, tablet, laptop) and a question to learn the basics of email, downloading ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more.
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Friday, April 2611:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room

Toddler Playtime

A great way to socialize and make new friends! Toys are selected with age and safety guidelines in mind and are suitable for young children. Clean-up song at 11:45!No registration required. For ages 18-36 months.

Friday, April 263:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Teen After School Gaming

Bring your friends and kick off the weekend with all types of games. Play with the library’s Nintendo switch or any of our tabletop games. For 7th-12th grades.  
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Saturday, April 272:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room

Musical Treasures - All Seasons Chamber Players

Musical Treasures - All Seasons Chamber PlayersThe All Seasons Chamber Players, a leading chamber music ensemble in the metropolitan area, will return to the Fort Lee Public Library! The ensemble will use flute, piano, and strings in a program of works from several musical periods from Baroque to contemporary.…Learn More
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Monday, April 2910:00—11:00 AMMeeting Room

Creative Writing & Journaling

Creative Writing & JournalingUnstick that sticky writer's block, get started on your next memoir, novel, or short story, or just take an hour to unwind and write! For adult patrons 18 and older.  

Monday, April 297:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

DIY Felt Breakfast Food

Join us and stitch a felt breakfast set for a child in your life or yourself. Fort Lee cardholders only. Registration required. For adults only, ages 18 and up.
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Tuesday, April 303:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Stem Stars

Grab your lab coats and goggles and join Miss Arlinda on a scientific exploration into the world of STEM!Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required. For ages 6 and up.  

Tuesday, April 304:00—6:00 PMChildrens Room
Teen Space/ Lower Level

Drop-In Homework Help

Teen volunteers will be on hand to help students in grades K-5 with their homework. First come, first served. Check in at the childrens desk to see if volunteers are available. For students in Kindergarten to 5th grade.

Tuesday, April 307:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Yarn Slingers

Yarn SlingersKnit? Crochet? Needlepoint? Bring your needles, yarn, or thread, and exchange purls of wisdom!