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Brownstone Quilters Guild Display

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 9:30am - 9:00pm
Display - Front Entrance at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families

All monthlong in April, the Brownstone Quilters Guild will be displaying some of their fantastic quilts in two of the library display cases. Come check them out! 

This event is in the "Families" group

Brownstone Quilters Guild Display

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 9:30am - 9:00pm
Display - Rear Vestibule at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Families

All monthlong in April, the Brownstone Quilters Guild will be displaying some of their fantastic quilts in two of the library display cases. Come check them out! 

This event is in the "Grades K - 3" group

Critter Care

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Storytime & Early Learning
Age Group:
Grades K - 3

Children ages 5-8 are welcome to register to learn about the importance of proper care for animals with a hands-on and close-up lesson. We will meet a different animal each class and finish every lesson with a craft!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades 4 - 5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6 - 8" group
This event is in the "Grades 9 - 12" group

Pokémon Club

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Our Pokémon Club is for Pokémon enthusiasts who collect cards and build decks to show, trade or play. If you love these things, and hanging out with others who do too, then this is the club for you!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Craft: Resin Coasters

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Get creative and make your own one-of-a-kind resin coasters! Mix colors, add glitter or embellishments, and take home a stylish set to show off or gift. Fun, hands-on, and perfect for adults looking to unwind and craft.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades 6 - 8" group
This event is in the "Grades 9 - 12" group

Bead Café: Craft & Relax

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Come and de-stress at Mahwah Library’s first-ever bead café–listen to video game music, relax, and make a flower keychain with pony beads. If you’re a beading pro, use the available materials to create a unique project all on your own!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades K - 3" group

Critter Care

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Storytime & Early Learning
Age Group:
Grades K - 3

Children ages 5-8 are welcome to register to learn about the importance of proper care for animals with a hands-on and close-up lesson. We will meet a different animal each class and finish every lesson with a craft!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades K - 3" group

Critter Care

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Storytime & Early Learning
Age Group:
Grades K - 3

Children ages 5-8 are welcome to register to learn about the importance of proper care for animals with a hands-on and close-up lesson. We will meet a different animal each class and finish every lesson with a craft!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades 4 - 5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6 - 8" group
This event is in the "Grades 9 - 12" group

Battle Chefs - Teen Class

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Teens will work in teams to create a fun edible display, using a seasonal theme.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades K - 3" group

Battle Chefs - Kid Class

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades K - 3

Children in grades K-3 will work in teams to create a fun edible display, using a seasonal theme.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Craft: Lotus Lanterns

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

The lotus flower is a symbol of rebirth, strength & purity celebrated in holidays around the world with the lighting of lotus lanterns. Construct your magnificent lotus lantern with hand cut papers to light up your life!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Parent Cafe: How Routines + Schedules Shape Toddler Behavior

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Families

Introducing our new Parent Cafe series, presented by the Bergen County Division of Child Care Resources! Parent Cafes are safe spaces for families to share experiences, learn, and build a community.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades K - 3" group

Critter Care

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Storytime & Early Learning
Age Group:
Grades K - 3

Children ages 5-8 are welcome to register to learn about the importance of proper care for animals with a hands-on and close-up lesson. We will meet a different animal each class and finish every lesson with a craft!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades 4 - 5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6 - 8" group
This event is in the "Grades 9 - 12" group

Pop-up Mother’s Day Cards

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:15pm
The Inbetween at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Drop by to make a handmade pop-up card for your mom or another special mother figure in your life! 

*Supplies will be limited, and available between 2:30 - 4:15 PM.

This event is in the "Grades 4 - 5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6 - 8" group
This event is in the "Grades 9 - 12" group

Battle Chefs - Teen Class

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Teens will work in teams to create a fun edible display, using a seasonal theme.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades K - 3" group

Battle Chefs - Kid Class

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades K - 3

Children in grades K-3 will work in teams to create a fun edible display, using a seasonal theme.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Craft: Soap Making

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Craft, Scent, Create! Join our Adult Soap Making Workshop and handcraft your own beautiful, fragrant soaps. No experience needed, just bring your creativity and take home your unique creations!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 - 5 years)" group

Bird's Nest Paper Craft

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Craft Area at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 - 5 years)

Use crayons, markers, cut shapes, and glue to create a unique spring scene featuring a bird in its nest with eggs! Little hands will be kept busy coloring the nest, pasting shapes to create their bird, and using markers to fill in details.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades 4 - 5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6 - 8" group
This event is in the "Grades 9 - 12" group

Pokémon Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Our Pokémon Club is for Pokémon enthusiasts who collect cards and build decks to show, trade or play. If you love these things, and hanging out with others who do too, then this is the club for you!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Preschoolers (3 - 5 years)" group
This event is in the "Grades K - 3" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Spring Movie Theater

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Dance & Film
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 - 5 years), Grades K - 3, Families

Join us for a springtime classic family movie that everyone can watch together! Bring a cozy blanket to sit on and make a fun craft before the show starts. We will serve a small snack and juice for everyone to enjoy.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Hudson Valley Woodturners Pen Turning

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

The Hudson Valley Woodturners will mentor participants in making a wooden pen. There is limited space (16 spaces) and time. The program will be from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Each participant will be scheduled for an hour slot.