Storytimes near Garfield Free Public Library

Garfield - Children's Room, Garfield Public Library

Listen to stories and hear songs. Open for children ages 2-3 years old. Thursdays from 10:30 AM-11:00 AM.

Garfield - Community Room, Garfield Public Library

Kids’ Afternoon Movie at the Garfield Library Thursday June 25th at 2:00 PM - ZOOTOPIA Thursday July 2nd at 2:00 PM - NATIONAL TREASURE Thursday July 9th at 2:00 PM - CHICKEN LITTLE Thursday JULY 16th at 2:00 PM - ENCANTO Thursday JULY 23rd at 2:00 PM - LUCA Free Events No Registration Required Kids’ Afternoon Movies are sponsored by: Garfield Friends of the Library Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

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Please stop by for your free wellness screening with Hackensack Meridian Health in our parking lot between 2:30pm-4:30pm. The screening and assessment services are provided at no cost, and offer a wide range of screenings, assessments and health education services including: ■ Blood pressure screening ■ Glucose testing ■ Visual acuity screening ■ Overall health and cardiovascular assessment ■ Individualized education and information about health resources and services ■ And more… No appointment is necessary, so please stop by. Primary care services are not provided through this program.

Garfield - Community Room

Our Friends group helps raise money through book sales and other fund-raising events. Want to join our Friends of the Library group? Click the Join the Friends button below and fill out the application and bring to our next friends meeting! JOIN THE GARFIELD FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Debra Lisovsky | President Mac Nickles | Vice President Alisha Thompson | Treasurer Donna Miller | Assistant Treasurer Michele Reutty | Secretary To contact the Friends, Email: friendsogplnj@gmail.com The First and most important way to help the Library is to get the a Library card and use it. Second to join the Friends at a comfortable level. Upcoming Meetings Every second Saturday of the month at 10AM (Unless otherwise noted) in the Library’s Community Room Saturday, January 10th, 2026 Saturday, February 14th, 2026 Saturday, March 14th, 2026 Saturday, April 11th, 2026 Saturday, May 9th, 2026 Saturday, May 16th, 2026 BOOK SALE Saturday, June 13th, 2026 Saturday, September 12th, 2026 Saturday, September 19th, 2026 BOOK SALE Saturday, October 10th, 2026 Saturday, November 14th, 2026 Saturday, December 12th, 2026 *Book Sale rain dates are held the following Saturday.

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Join us for weekly game days on Mondays this Summer. Come socialize and play one of our games, or bring your own! Free Events. No Registration Required. Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Community Room

To Register call 973-478-3800 or stop at the Circulation Desk.

Garfield - Children's Room, Garfield Public Library

Children of all ages are welcome to stop in and create a PomPom Dinosaur with us! All supplies will be provided. Free Event - No Registration Required July 14th from 11:00AM to 7:00PM Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026

Garfield - Community Room, Garfield Public Library

Teen Summer Reading Program

Garfield - Main Room, Garfield Public Library

Have questions about using your devices? Your reference librarian is here to help! Stop by the reference desk anytime between 12-8pm on Tuesdays. Please come with your own device and questions. Can't make it Tuesday? Schedule a 1:1 appointment at the reference desk any time. Free Event. No Registration Required. Tech assistance includes: Operating smartphones, tablets, e-readers, and other tech devices. Accessing our digital library through Hoopla and Libby. How to use Social Media, Internet Browsing, Microsoft Suite or Google Drive Tech assistance does not include: Troubleshooting or repairing devices [hardware or software] Aiding with any issues relating to banking, personal/sensitive information, government fillings, or medical documents. Job Applications or résumé help Filling out any forms or assignments School or homework assistance Typing a document for you Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

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Drop in anytime on Wednesdays this summer to write Letters Against Isolation, which helps fight loneliness one letter at a time and brings people a sense of connection, improving their mental/physical health. Letters will be sent to residents of assisted living facilities and nursing homes in New Jersey. Free Event. No Registration Required.

Garfield - Community Room

To Register call 973-478-3800 or stop at the Circulation Desk.

Garfield - Community Room

Free Event | No Registration Required Join us for a special director's cut screening of Ken Burns' The American Revolution, part of our Revolutionary Americans documentary series. This curated program draws highlights from across the full six-part PBS series, tracing the arc of the Revolution from its origins and ideals through the chaos of Bunker Hill and Germantown, the perseverance of Valley Forge, and the decisive triumph at Yorktown. Along the way, the film pauses on the voices often left out of traditional history, including Abigail Adams' urgent plea to Congress to "remember the ladies," reminding us that the struggle for a more perfect union was never simple or singular. The American Revolution asks a question as urgent today as it was 250 years ago: what does it truly mean to be free? Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Children's Room, Garfield Public Library

Listen to stories and hear songs. Open for children ages 2-3 years old. Thursdays from 10:30 AM-11:00 AM.

Garfield - Community Room, Garfield Public Library

Kids’ Afternoon Movie at the Garfield Library Thursday June 25th at 2:00 PM - ZOOTOPIA Thursday July 2nd at 2:00 PM - NATIONAL TREASURE Thursday July 9th at 2:00 PM - CHICKEN LITTLE Thursday JULY 16th at 2:00 PM - ENCANTO Thursday JULY 23rd at 2:00 PM - LUCA Free Events No Registration Required Kids’ Afternoon Movies are sponsored by: Garfield Friends of the Library Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Board Meeting Room

Brave heroes, your quest begins at the library! Our D&D campaign is currently at capacity, but you’re welcome to stop by and watch the adventure unfold. You may also sign up for our mailing list to be notified about future campaigns. Free Event | Open to Teens & Adults | No Experience Required | Registration Required - Please call 973-478-3800 Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Main Room, Garfield Public Library

Join us on Saturday July 18th at 2PM for an entertaining half-hour puppet variety show including dinosaur-themed skits and songs with endearing puppet friends. With a playful prehistoric twist, catchy original music, and adorable puppets, you’re sure to roar with delight! Free Event. No Registration Required. Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026

Garfield - Main Room

Join us for weekly game days on Mondays this Summer. Come socialize and play one of our games, or bring your own! Free Events. No Registration Required. Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Community Room, Garfield Public Library

Teen Summer Reading Program

Garfield - Main Room, Garfield Public Library

Have questions about using your devices? Your reference librarian is here to help! Stop by the reference desk anytime between 12-8pm on Tuesdays. Please come with your own device and questions. Can't make it Tuesday? Schedule a 1:1 appointment at the reference desk any time. Free Event. No Registration Required. Tech assistance includes: Operating smartphones, tablets, e-readers, and other tech devices. Accessing our digital library through Hoopla and Libby. How to use Social Media, Internet Browsing, Microsoft Suite or Google Drive Tech assistance does not include: Troubleshooting or repairing devices [hardware or software] Aiding with any issues relating to banking, personal/sensitive information, government fillings, or medical documents. Job Applications or résumé help Filling out any forms or assignments School or homework assistance Typing a document for you Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

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Come join us on Tuesday July 21 at 3:00PM when the Bergen County Zoological Park will visit the Garfield Public Library. They will take us on an in-depth look into reptiles and their unique characteristics. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call or stop in the library to register. The event is sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Garfield. Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Main Room, Garfield Public Library

Join us in-person to discuss our July 2026 pick (Remarkably Bright Creatures) & pick up a copy of our next pick at one of our two discussion sessions: Tuesday July 21st at 6pm Thursday July 30th at 1pm Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Main Room

Drop in anytime on Wednesdays this summer to write Letters Against Isolation, which helps fight loneliness one letter at a time and brings people a sense of connection, improving their mental/physical health. Letters will be sent to residents of assisted living facilities and nursing homes in New Jersey. Free Event. No Registration Required.

Garfield - Children's Room, Garfield Public Library

Rosie, the therapy dog, will be at the library for children ages 5 and above to read to. Readers will have a 10 minute session with Rosie. Registration is required. Wednesday July 22nd & Aug 19th 1:30 to 2:30PM Call or Stop in the Library to Register Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Community Room, Garfield Public Library

Come out and play with Lego Blocks with us! Create your own design or participate in the day’s challenge! Open to children ages 5 and up. Wednesday July 22nd August 5th & 19th 4:00 – 5:00 PM Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026

Garfield - Community Room

Join us for free sound bath healing sessions at the library, led by Oneness Healing. A sound bath is a meditative experience where you lie down and are "bathed" in sound waves and vibrations. The sound calms the mind, reduces stress, and promotes physical healing. Bring your own mat, or use one of ours. Free Event, No Registration Required. Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Ave Garfield, NJ 973-478-3800

Garfield - Children's Room, Garfield Public Library

Listen to stories and hear songs. Open for children ages 2-3 years old. Thursdays from 10:30 AM-11:00 AM.

Garfield - Community Room, Garfield Public Library

Kids’ Afternoon Movie at the Garfield Library Thursday June 25th at 2:00 PM - ZOOTOPIA Thursday July 2nd at 2:00 PM - NATIONAL TREASURE Thursday July 9th at 2:00 PM - CHICKEN LITTLE Thursday JULY 16th at 2:00 PM - ENCANTO Thursday JULY 23rd at 2:00 PM - LUCA Free Events No Registration Required Kids’ Afternoon Movies are sponsored by: Garfield Friends of the Library Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Main Room

Join us for weekly game days on Mondays this Summer. Come socialize and play one of our games, or bring your own! Free Events. No Registration Required. Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Garfield - Community Room

To Register call 973-478-3800 or stop at the Circulation Desk.

Garfield - Community Room, Garfield Public Library

Teen Summer Reading Program