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Teen Room Fun

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:45pm
The Inbetween at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Teens can drop-in everyday after school to play board games, use our gaming consoles or watch an awesome movie, and maybe even solve a fun puzzle!

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

Unique Creatures

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Come and see some scaly, slimy, and furry friends. Larry brings an assortment of animals for this show, letting you get up-close and personal to them! All of the animals in these classes are rescues with unique care needs.

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.

This event is in the "Grades 6 - 8" group

Dungeons & Dragons: Campaign (Grades 6-8)

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
The Octagon at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 6 - 8

Do you already have knowledge of D&D gameplay or want to join a group and learn along the way? Sign-up for this D&D campaign with Dungeon Master Dan and have fun with a fully immersive experience!

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

Saturday Crafternoon: Paper Plate Flowers

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Craft Area at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschoolers (3 - 5 years), Grades K - 3

Turn a paper plate into a beautiful spring flower! We'll use washable tempera paint sticks to color our blooms in the style of Black artist Alma Woodley Thomas, and add a pipe cleaner stem and leaves to bring our floral masterpiece to life.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades K - 3" group
This event is in the "Grades 4 - 5" group

Dungeons & Dragons: Campaign (Grades 3-5)

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
The Octagon at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades K - 3, Grades 4 - 5

Do you already have knowledge of D&D gameplay or want to join a group and learn along the way? Sign-up for this D&D campaign with Dungeon Master Dan and have fun with a fully immersive experience!

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

Neil Diamond Tribute with Neil Dankman

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Dance & Film
Age Group:
Adults

Experience the magic of Neil Diamond! Neil Dankman performs all the hits, and shares amazing stories from Neil Diamond’s life.A crowd favorite across the metro area, don’t miss it!

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

English Learning for Adults: Beginner

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
English Language
Age Group:
Adults

The English language is spoken by approximately 1.5 billion people!

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

English Learning for Adults: Intermediate

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
English Language
Age Group:
Adults

The English language is spoken by approximately 1.5 billion people!

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

Tai Chi & Qi Gong with Lisa Russell

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Lisa Russell is a dedicated Tai Chi and Qi Gong instructor as well as a New Jersey Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist.

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

Teen Room Fun

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
The Inbetween at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Teens can drop-in everyday after school to play board games, use our gaming consoles or watch an awesome movie, and maybe even solve a fun puzzle!

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

Teen Code Breaker Scavenger Hunt

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
The Inbetween at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Teens will work in teams to earn clues to help them decipher a special message. In order to receive clues, they must decode fun puzzles, perform special tasks, and search the Teen Section for specific items and clues.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Strength and Flexibility Class

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Energize your workout and unlock your full potential with Lucrecia “Luli” Venosta’s dynamic full-body class!

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

Gentle Yoga with Joan Tarrant

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join Joan Tarrant for an hour long gentle yoga. Bring your mat, blanket, blocks, tissues, water and comfortable clothes.

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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

Teen Room Fun

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
The Inbetween at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Teens can drop-in everyday after school to play board games, use our gaming consoles or watch an awesome movie, and maybe even solve a fun puzzle!

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

Habitat for Humanity - Homework Club

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Class Visit
Age Group:
Grades K - 3, Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Hey kids and teens in grades K - 12!  Do you need help getting motivated to do your homework? Do you need help understanding how to do your homework? We can help!

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

STEM: Star Wars Day

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Small Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8

In belated honor of May 4, Star Wars Day, you can design your own Star Wars sculptures from recycled materials! This task combines Art Science with Environmental Engineering.

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

Valley Health: Understanding Irritable Bowel Diseases- ZOOM

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online - Zoom at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

What is IBD and how could it be impacting your life? Learn signs and symptoms, causes, and treatments for how to live better and manage IBD.

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Meditation with Leena and Nirmal

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Meditation with Leena and Nirmal:

With over 20 years of experience teaching Sahaja Meditation, Leena Unnikrishnan and Nirmal Mukhi can help you reduce stress, relieve pain, and recharge the mind and body. Let’s fac...

This program is both in person and being offered via Zoom

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

Teen Room Fun

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
The Inbetween at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Teens can drop-in everyday after school to play board games, use our gaming consoles or watch an awesome movie, and maybe even solve a fun puzzle!

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

Between the Pages Book Chat

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Inbetween at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Book & Authors
Age Group:
Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Grades 9 - 12

Drop in after school to chat about great books and earn a small snack!  Participants can read and chat about whatever books they like. 

This event is in the "Grades K - 3" group
This event is in the "Grades 4 - 5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6 - 8" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Brian Richards' Magic & Comedy Show

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades K - 3, Grades 4 - 5, Grades 6 - 8, Families

Get ready to laugh out loud, as Brian entertains your families with his award-winning comedy magic show! Every show features MAGIC, COMEDY, JUGGLING, PUPPETS, and TONS of AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION. Fun for all ages!

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

Highlights of Governors Island with Mario Medici

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults

Often confused with other New York islands, Governors Island is located just 800 yards from lower Manhattan. From 1776, and up until 1996, the island has served as a military post for various branches of the military.

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

Chair Yoga with Joan Tarrant

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Winter Room at Mahwah Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join Joan Tarrant for a 45-minute chair yoga. You will need to bring a yoga mat, 2 yoga blocks (available at “Five and Below”), tissues, water and comfortable clothes.