November 2024

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Monday, November 43:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Kids Storytime

Kids StorytimeRegistration for storytimes begins on September 16th at 9:30am. Storytime for children ages 3-5. Join us in-person for an interactive storytime filled with stories, rhymes and songs!Please be aware, in order to maintain the quality of our enriching storytimes, space is limited and registration is required to attend.…Learn More

Monday, November 46:00—8:30 PMMeeting Room

Movie Monday

Join us for a Movie and snack,Garfield Movie | PG | 1hr 41min | 2024

Monday, November 47:00—8:00 PMConference Room

Between The Covers

With Library Director ChrisTom Lake by Ann Patchett
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Tuesday, November 5Closed

Fort Lee Public Library

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Wednesday, November 610:30—11:00 AMMeeting Room

Baby Storytime

Baby StorytimeRegistration for storytimes begins on September 16th at 9:30am. Storytime for children ages 0-18 months.  Join us in-person for an interactive Storytime as we read stories, sing songs and more for you and your child. Please be aware, in order to maintain the quality of our enriching storytimes, space is limited and registration is required to attend.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 62:00—3:00 PMConference Room

Poetry Reading & Discussion Group

Led 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, November 62:00—3:30 PMMeeting Room

Tea Bookmarks

Mark your spot & keep the library in your hearts with these cozy bookmarks!

Wednesday, November 63:30—4:30 PMConference Room

Fairytale Workshop

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

Wednesday, November 67:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Revolutionary War

Join Charles, historical interpreter from the Palisades Interstate Park for this presentation about the American Revolutionary War!
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Thursday, November 73:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Gingerbread Village

Join us and make your own adorable tiny cardboard Gingerbread Houses from recycled materials. For ages 5 and up.  Fort Lee Library Cardholders. Registration Required.
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Friday, November 811:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room

Korean Bookclub 한국어 북클럽

Korean Bookclub  한국어 북클럽With library assistant, Sophia Lee. Bright Night by Eun-Yeong Choi 밝은 밤 by 최은영
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Saturday, November 91:00—2:00 PMThe Barrymore Film Center153 Main St, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024

Thunderbird Dancers

Thunderbird DancersJoin us to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with an amazing performance by The Thunderbird American Indian Dancers!The Thunderbird American Indian Dancers are the oldest resident Native American dance company in New York. The troupe was founded in 1963 by a group of ten Native American men and women, all New Yorkers, who were descended from Mohawk, Hopi, Winnebago, and San Blas tribes.…Learn More
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Monday, November 11Closed

Fort Lee Public Library

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Tuesday, November 1210:30—11:00 AMMeeting Room

Toddler Storytime

Toddler StorytimeRegistration for storytimes begins on September 16th at 9:30am. Storytime for children ages 18-36 months. Join us in-person for an interactive storytime as we read stories, sing songs and more for you and your child!Please be aware, in order to maintain the quality of our enriching storytimes, space is limited and registration is required to attend.…Learn More

Tuesday, November 123:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Teen Talk

Teen Talk Bring friends and craft, relax and talk. This is a safe space to discuss whatever’s on your mind.  Snacks provided. For 7th-12th grades.  

Tuesday, November 127:00—8:00 PMVirtual

Chinese Book Club 中文读者会

With librarian Grant. Border town/边城 by Congwen Shen/沈从文

Tuesday, November 127:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Yarn Slingers

Knit? Crochet? Needlepoint? Bring your needles, yarn or thread and exchange purls of wisdom!
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Wednesday, November 1310:00 AM—12:00 PMESL Department

Interviewing Skills for English Language Learners

In this 2-part program, we will focus on interviewing skills.  In Part 1, you will develop your elevator pitch, learn common interview questions, and review appropriate body language.  In Part 2, you will practice mock interviews.  Open to intermediate-level ESL students.…Learn More

Wednesday, November 1310:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room

Music & Movement

Music & MovementGet your boogie on with songs, rhymes, and dance at the library! For ages 0-6. No registration required 

Wednesday, November 132:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room

Afternoon Book Club

Afternoon Book ClubWith Assistant Director MorrisFamily Family by Laurie Frankel

Wednesday, November 133:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Explore Stem

Explore StemGet ready to become a scientist and create your own lava lamp! This experiment will allow you to explore the science of liquids, fizzing reactions, and density. For ages 7 and up.  Fort Lee Library Cardholders.   Registration Required. &nbs

Wednesday, November 134:00—5:00 PMGlass Meeting Room

Drop In Tech Help

Technology assistance by staff and volunteers. Bring in your own device (phone, tablet, laptop) or use one of the Library’s laptops to learn the basics of email, downloading ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more.

Wednesday, November 136:30—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Paint and Sip

Join us for a relaxing and fun evening of painting together and sipping on some mocktails! 

Wednesday, November 137:00—8:00 PMVirtual

So You Want to Write A Book?

This workshop covers key steps including developing a book idea, book business plan, a book promotion plan and tips to leverage your book. Join Pat from Score to learn more!Via Zoom. Registration required to receive Zoom link!
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Thursday, November 1410:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room

Tiny Crafters

Calling all little ones! Come and join us for a short read-aloud and some crafts! For ages 2-6.  Fort Lee Library Cardholders. Registration Required.

Thursday, November 143:30—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 learn about suffragist and women’s rights activist Alice Paul. Fort Lee Library cardholders only. Registration required. For ages 8 and up.…Learn More

Thursday, November 147:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

SPAN IEP Workshop

This interactive workshop provides participants with a description of the essential components of an Individualized Education Plan. Presented by the SPAN Parent Advocacy Network. Registration required.  
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Friday, November 153:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

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, November 162:00—3:00 PMMeeting Room

Cuentos Y Canciones

Please be aware, in order to maintain the quality of our enriching storytimes, space is limited and registration is required to attend. Bilingual Spanish/English storytime for children ages 2-5. Join us for an interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, and movement!For ages 2-5.…Learn More
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Monday, November 1811:00 AM—12:00 PMMeeting Room

Online Resources

Ever wonder what online resources you have access to with your Fort Lee Library card? Join Carlos and Brandy for a brief overview of what the library offers and how you can use them!…Learn More

Monday, November 183:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Graphic Novel Club

Do you love graphic novels as much as we do? Join us as we pick the graphic novel we want to read over the next few weeks. Registration required. For ages 8 and up.

Monday, November 187:00—8:30 PMMeeting Room

Fort Lee Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Fort Lee Library Board of Trustees MeetingOpen to the public. Meeting Dates for 2024
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Tuesday, November 193:30—4:30 PMConference Room

Little Readers Book Club

Join 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.

Tuesday, November 193:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Black Light Painting

Create your own glow in the dark artwork.   For 7th-12th grades.  

Tuesday, November 197:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Yarn Slingers

Knit? Crochet? Needlepoint? Bring your needles, yarn or thread and exchange purls of wisdom!
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Wednesday, November 2010:30—11:30 AMMeeting Room

Music & Movement

Music & MovementGet your boogie on with songs, rhymes, and dance at the library! For ages 0-6. No registration required 

Wednesday, November 203:00—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Sew Your Own Tote With Pockets

Keep yourself organized on the go with a cute tote bag with pockets. Advanced Beginner - Open only to adults who have taken a sewing machine program before.

Wednesday, November 207:00—8:00 PMConference Room

Creative Writing & Journaling

Unstick that sticky writer's block, get started on your next memoir, novel, or short story, or take an hour to unwind and write! 
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Thursday, November 211:00—2:00 PMRichard A. Nest Adult Activity Center (Senior Center)319 Main St, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024

Smartphones For Seniors

Not 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.  

Thursday, November 213:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Sticker Stories

Create your own stories using lots of stickers and markers. For ages 5 and up.  Fort Lee Library Cardholders. Registration Required.
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Friday, November 223:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

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, November 2311:00 AM—12:00 PMThe Barrymore Film Center153 Main St, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024

Holiday Dance Performance with XQuisite House of Dance (At the Barrymore)

Join us for a dance-tacular holiday celebration at the Barrymore Film Center! XQuisite House of Dance returns to help us kick off the holiday season.  This program is made possible by the generosity of the family of our beloved patron, Barbara Guzy.…Learn More
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Monday, November 253:30—4:30 PMMeeting Room

Pinecone Turkeys

Join us as we make an adorable pinecone turkey just in time for Thanksgiving. For ages 5 and up.  Fort Lee Library Cardholders. Registration Required.
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Tuesday, November 2611:00 AM—12:30 PMMeeting Room

Thankful Gnomes

Make the perfect cute centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table!

Tuesday, November 263:30—4:30 PMConference Room

Fairytale Workshop

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

Tuesday, November 267:00—8:00 PMMeeting Room

Yarn Slingers

Knit? Crochet? Needlepoint? Bring your needles, yarn or thread and exchange purls of wisdom!
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Wednesday, November 274:00—5:00 PMGlass Meeting Room

Drop In Tech Help

Technology assistance by staff and volunteers. Bring in your own device (phone, tablet, laptop) or use one of the Library’s laptops to learn the basics of email, downloading ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more.
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Thursday, November 28Closed

Fort Lee Public Library

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Friday, November 29Closed

Fort Lee Public Library

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Saturday, November 3010:00 AM—12:00 PMChildrens Room

Librarian for A Day

Ever wondered what it is like to be a librarian? Ready to test your skills? Join us as we go on a scavenger hunt, create displays, and check out books! This is perfect for those bookworms that want to experience the joys of being a librarian.  For ages 8 to 12 years old.…Learn More