Storytimes near Montclair Public Library

Montclair Main - Staff Instruction Room, Montclair Public Library

Margarette (they/them) can assist you with a variety of services. See below for details. Appointments 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:15 p.m. Some of the services Margarette provides to the community: Connecting you with supportive services such as, housing, healthcare, mental health, legal aid, & food support. Assisting you in accessing unemployment, Social Security, Medicare, & other government assistance programs. Equipping you with tools and guidance for job searches, resume building, and navigating college & job applications.

Montclair Main - Auditorium

Montclair Main - Tower Room, Montclair Public Library

This is a paid Adult School class. Click here to register. Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session. This class will prepare you for both online and in-person games. NOTE: If you know you cannot attend any of the first 3 sessions, please do not register for this class.

Montclair Main - Storytime Room

You don’t want to miss out on this hands-on sensory experience for your toddler or preschooler! Children will explore and play at stations with dinosaurs and earth elements. There will also be a surprise experience out on the plaza at the end of the session. Registration required. There will be 2 different sessions. Kindly, only sign up for ONE time slot.

Montclair Bellevue Ave Branch - Classroom, Montclair Bellevue Avenue Branch

PLEASE NOTE: You must sign up for EACH INDIVIDUAL SESSION. Signing up for one session does not register you for any following classes. The Mah Jongg Meetup provides a weekly opportunity for players to continue practicing their established skills, sharpen their strategies, build confidence at the game table, and socialize with fellow Mah Jongg players! The library will provide a set and table! NOTE: Attendees should already have an understanding of the Mah Jongg game. Attendees should bring their 2025 or 2026 National Mah Jongg League card to the meetup. Bringing an additional set is encouraged! There is also "Mah Jongg Meetup - Weekly Monday Morning". If you are interested, please register here If you prefer to play the game on the weekend, please register for the "Mah Jongg Meetup - Weekly Saturday Afternoon" by clicking here If you're new to the game, and would like to teach yourself at your own pace, please register for the "Teach Yourself Mah Jongg" by clicking here.

Montclair Main - Storytime Room

You don’t want to miss out on this hands-on sensory experience for your toddler or preschooler! Children will explore and play at stations with dinosaurs and earth elements. There will also be a surprise experience out on the plaza at the end of the session. Registration required. There will be 2 different sessions. Kindly, only sign up for ONE time slot.

Montclair Main - Cafe Area

Weekdays, Monday, June 29 through Friday, August 14, 12 - 2 p.m., (No lunch on Friday, July 3 as the Library is closed for the Holiday), Cafe Space Free lunches are available for children up to age 17. Lunches are provided by a longstanding partnership with Toni’s Kitchen. Supplies are limited, first come first served.

Montclair Main - Classroom

Tech Toolbox is a free hands-on workshop series focused on building real, practical digital skills. Each session zeroes in on a specific skill, program, or tool—from core computer skills and file management to navigating software and online platforms you use every day. Participants are encouraged to bring their own devices and follow along, so you'll leave each session having actually practiced what you learned. All experience levels are welcome, and your instructor will be there to walk you through everything step by step. Sessions are free and open to the public. This week's topic is: Using Zoom

Montclair Main - Teen Room, Montclair Public Library

Note: This is a paid Adult School class. Click here to register. Have you always wanted to write? Or to rekindle your interest after time away? In this noncompetitive workshop we’ll dive in, build on our strengths, and enjoy the process. All writing is done in class, to prompts. The only prerequisites are a willingness to pick up your pen (or keyboard) and to be a constructive group member. This class is a 3-day "camp" that meets on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of the same week.

Montclair Main - Tower Room, Montclair Public Library

Note: This is a paid Adult School class. Click here to register. Looking for more fun in your life? Need an excuse to see your friends without eating? Worried about dementia? Learn how to play the ancient Chinese game of Mah Jongg! This game is not hard to play but complex to learn. Our instructor's method of teaching is guaranteed to have you playing with strategy by the end of the session. This class will prepare you for both online and in-person games. NOTE: If you know you cannot attend any of the first 3 sessions, please do not register for this class.

Montclair Main - Conference Room

Come play chess with a nice cup of coffee at our weekly meetup! Chess boards will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. This is a drop-in open play, there will be no guided instruction. Registration is recommended for updates.

Montclair Main - Classroom

Tech Talks is a free informational series where library staff introduce and explain the technology topics that matter most in today's digital world. Each session takes a closer look at a new or complex topic—whether it's a trending app, an emerging technology, or a platform you've been hearing about but aren't quite sure how to navigate. Through demonstrations and clear, jargon-free explanations, you'll come away with a better understanding of the tech landscape around you. There's no hands-on component, so no devices are needed—just come ready to learn and ask questions. All are welcome regardless of experience level, and time is reserved at the end of each session for Q&A. Sessions are free and open to the public. This week's topic is: Social Media Safety

Montclair Main - Tower Room

Montclair Main - Storytime Room, Montclair Public Library

Join the Spotted Canvas for a mini pottery painting workshop! Pieces painted during class will be taken and fired in Spotted Canvas's kiln. They will be returned to the Library for pick up at a later date. Registration is required.

Montclair - Tiger Tennis and Fitness, Montclair Public Library

This is a paid Adult School class. Click here to register. Come to this clinic at the pickleball courts in Brookdale Park! Beginner players can learn the fundamentals of pickleball. You will learn the basic shots including dinks, drops and drives while incorporating technique, skills, scoring, and movement.

Montclair Main - Auditorium

Laurence Donohue-Greene is co-founder and Managing Editor of The New York City Jazz Record, easily the most important source for news, artist profiles, record and concert reviews, and concert listings in metro NYC. As much as anyone, Laurence has his finger on the pulse of what's new and compelling in jazz and creative music. Tireless advocate, keen listener. We are fortunate to have him curate ad host this month's listening session on "The Music of NOW"--the tunes that have grabbed his ears, heart and mind, by artists whom you can catch live on a regular basis. Join us to listen, learn, and find new artists to see in concert. Going to be a great session.

Montclair - Offsite, Montclair Public Library

This is a paid Adult School class. Click here to register. Students will learn how to make a set of custom scented and colored Bath Bombs. Bath Bombs are products that fizz and foam when placed in warm water. Makes for a fun at-home spa experience. Each person will make between 4 and 6 bath bombs. All materials included.

Montclair - Tiger Tennis and Fitness, Montclair Public Library

This is a paid Adult School class. Click here to register. Come to this clinic at the pickleball courts in Brookdale Park! Beginner players can learn the fundamentals of pickleball. You will learn the basic shots including dinks, drops and drives while incorporating technique, skills, scoring, and movement.

Montclair Main - Storytime Room

Crawlers come meet new crawlers! We will host free-play for babies who are not yet walking on their own.

Montclair Main - Cafe Area

Weekdays, Monday, June 29 through Friday, August 14, 12 - 2 p.m., (No lunch on Friday, July 3 as the Library is closed for the Holiday), Cafe Space Free lunches are available for children up to age 17. Lunches are provided by a longstanding partnership with Toni’s Kitchen. Supplies are limited, first come first served.

Montclair Main - Tower Room

Bring your personal device to the library to receive one-on-one assistance with everyday technology issues. We can answer your questions, help resolve a tech challenge, and connect you with more resources and programs at the library and beyond. This hour is drop-in and first come, first served. This hour is best suited for quick tech questions.

Montclair Main - Conference Room

Montclair Main - Storytime Room

Walkers come meet new walkers! We will host free-play for toddlers who are able to walk independently.

Montclair Main - Tower Room

Bring your personal device to the library to receive one-on-one assistance with everyday technology issues. We can answer your questions, help resolve a tech challenge, and connect you with more resources and programs at the library and beyond. This hour is drop-in and first come, first served. This hour is best suited for quick tech questions.

Montclair Bellevue Ave Branch - Classroom

Come and see what craft we have planned for that day. All materials will be supplied. Registration is required.

Montclair - Offsite, Montclair Public Library

Note: This is a paid Adult School class. Click here to register. Golf is a sport for a lifetime. Learn the fundamentals: backswing, downswing and follow-through. Acquire the feel of the swing and develop dexterity through drills and exercises. Discussion will touch on rules, etiquette, safety, golf lingo, equipment and history of the game.

Montclair - Offsite, Montclair Public Library

Note: This is a paid Adult School class. Click here to register. "I have an inexpressible desire to write an opera again"--Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Join another one of our popular two-part cultural classes to experience the impassioned genius that Mozart brought to his favorite medium: Tuesday, July 7: Come to Montclair Public Library to learn all about Mozart's operas from Sarah Sweeney, a singer and scholar of musicology from Montclair State University Saturday, July 11: Drive yourself to the Alexander Kasser Theater at Montclair State University for a full performance of Il Don Giovanni, one of his most celebrated works, performed by the renowned company, Teatro Nuovo. The event will also include a brief pre-concert and a free talk on Don Giovanni itself by legendary Teatro Nuovo artistic director Will Crutchfield.

Montclair Main - Children's Floor, Montclair Main - Green Room

The Consulate General of Peru in Paterson offers a Torito de Pucará painting workshop for both adults and children. Through this activity, participants learn about the cultural significance of the Torito de Pucará while enjoying a relaxed and creative painting experience. Participants will take home their own painted Torito at the end of the workshop. Registration recommended. About the Toritos de Pucará The Toritos de Pucará are an iconic Peruvian craft originating from the town of Pucará, in the Puno region. These ceramic figures, which depict bulls adorned with vibrant colors and intricate patterns, have roots that trace back to pre-Hispanic times, influenced by the Pucará culture, which flourished between 500 B.C. and 200 A.D. in Peru’s highland region. The significance of the Toritos de Pucará is deeply connected to protection, prosperity, and fertility. Traditionally, they are placed on the rooftops of homes as amulets to attract good luck, abundant harvests, and protection for the family and household. The bull, a strong and resilient animal, is seen as a guardian that wards off negative energies and draws in abundance. Over time, and following the arrival of the Spanish, the Toritos de Pucará were incorporated into Christian beliefs, where the figure of the bull came to symbolize sacrifice and spiritual strength. In this way, these figures became a cultural icon of the Andean region, representing a syncretism between ancient agricultural traditions and new religious influences.

Montclair Bellevue Ave Branch - Classroom, Montclair Bellevue Avenue Branch

PLEASE NOTE: You must sign up for EACH INDIVIDUAL SESSION. Signing up for one session does not register you for any following classes. The Mah Jongg Meetup provides a weekly opportunity for players to continue practicing their established skills, sharpen their strategies, build confidence at the game table, and socialize with fellow Mah Jongg players! The library will provide a set and table! NOTE: Attendees should already have an understanding of the Mah Jongg game. Attendees should bring their 2025 or 2026 National Mah Jongg League card to the meetup. Bringing an additional set is encouraged! If you prefer to play the game during the week, please register for the "Mah Jongg Meetup - Weekly Thursday Morning" by clicking here If you're new to the game, and would like to teach yourself at your own pace, please register for the "Teach Yourself Mah Jongg" by clicking here.

Montclair Main - Auditorium

YS patrons bring their talents to the stage to Unearth a story. Talents such as dancing, singing, poetry reading, instrument playing, acting welcome! Registration Required.