Interested in a foreign language? Want to learn about another culture? Or looking for others with the same background to connect with? Then these activities in Northen New Jersey might be right up your alley.
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Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM |
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Bogota Public Library, 375 Larch Ave, Children's Area, Bogota, NJ, 07603 [View map] |
Join us for an afternoon of interactive literacy including Spanish and English stories and songs. Registration Required. Ven a disfrutar con nosotros de una tarde de cuentos y canciones en español e inglés. Se requiere registro.
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Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM |
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Glen Ridge Free Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Meeting Room, Glen Ridge, NJ, 07028 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Discover French language and culture through fun activities, food, games, music, and more! French Club is a great opportunity for students to enjoy exploring a new language in an informal setting. No prior knowledge of French is needed, just a genuine interest in learning and participating in lessons and activities. A snack will be served. If your child has any food allergies, please let us know.
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Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 6:15 PM to 7:45 PM |
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Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Classroom, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map] |
This class is for those of you who know little to no Spanish and are interested in acquiring some practical communication skills. You will be introduced to basic greetings and practice useful questions and answers. You will learn the fundamentals of Spanish pronunciation while mastering introductory grammar and vocabulary.
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Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM |
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Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map] |
Get a step-by-step approach to speaking and writing French based on the way people naturally acquire language. Achieve grammar mastery and gain confidence in your conversation skills even if you’re an absolute beginner. This class is for students who have never taken French or who took it many years ago in school.
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Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM |
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Tenafly Public Library, 100 Riveredge Road, Friends Room, Tenafly, NJ, 07670 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Share Hebrew book recommendations in a fun and relaxed environment. Additional Hebrew Book Talks dates: December 1, 2025, February 9, 2026, April 20, 2026. Registration requested.
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
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Linguallama Academy, 1 University Plaza Drive, Suite 106, Hackensack, NJ, 07601 [View map] |
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Organized by Linguallama Academy |North Jersey & Online | Multilingual |
Spanish classes: real-life conversation, Business Spanish, Subjunctive mastery, and TED Talks topics. At Linguallama Academy, we offer Spanish classes designed for real-life communication, helping you speak with confidence from complete beginner to advanced. Our lessons are dynamic, interactive, and focused on speaking, listening, and expressing yourself naturally.
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM |
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Northvale Public Library, 116 Paris Avenue, Community Meeting Room: Front, Northvale, NJ, 07647 [View map] |
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM |
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Cresskill Public Library, 53 Union Avenue, Program Room, Cresskill, NJ, 07626 [View map] |
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM |
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Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Century Rd, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map] |
Welcome! Join the Korean Novel Book Club led by Crystal Lee, author, and translator. Meet new friends as we read and discuss Korean novels together in Korean. We're excited to have all participants on board! Let's read and discuss together. This program is for people over the age of 18. Register through www.paramuslibrary.org.
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM |
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Sussex County Library - E Louise Childs Memorial Branch, 21 Stanhope Rd, Community Room, Stanhope, NJ, 07874 [View map] |
Retired Spanish teacher, Miss Gezi, joins Miss Derenda to present English-Spanish Bilingual Storytime! Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in English and Spanish, a great way to expose little ones to another language! While the program is geared toward children ages 3-5, younger/older siblings are welcome to attend! Perfect for homeschool families!
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Secaucus Public Library, 1379 Paterson Plank Rd, Panasonic Room, Secaucus, NJ, 07094 [View map] |
Our beginner-friendly classes will be fun and engaging with exciting activities for tween students 8-11.
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM |
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Westwood Public Library, 49 Park Avenue, Downstairs Meeting Room, Westwood, NJ, 07675 [View map] |
Join us for a special Ramadan Storytime! Our guest reader will read The Moon’s Ramadan by Khan Kazi, followed by a fun hands-on Oreo activity. Kids can enjoy their creations after the activity or take them home. Please register each participating child individually.
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM |
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Secaucus Public Library, 1379 Paterson Plank Rd, Panasonic Room, Secaucus, NJ, 07094 [View map] |
Our beginner-friendly classes will be fun and engaging with exciting activities for teen students 12-16. Registration opens in February.
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM |
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Bergenfield Public Library, 50 W Clinton Ave, Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor), Bergenfield, NJ, 07621 [View map] |
Join Ms. Celia for a fun and educational experience at our Bilingual Storytime. Enjoy stories in Spanish and English featuring picture books, songs, and interactive activities. For Ages 3 -5. Registration is required. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately.
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Tue, Feb 10, 2026, 6:15 PM to 7:45 PM |
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Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Classroom, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map] |
This class is for those of you who are able to communicate in Spanish at a novice level, but want to continue to improve your pronunciation and your knowledge of the language while increasing your vocabulary. Presentations, conversations and dialogues will be used as techniques for oral practice. Grammatical structures will be introduced and reviewed as needed.
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Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM |
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Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Century Rd, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map] |
本に興味を持ち始めたら～３歳くらいまでのお子様を対象にした日本語でのおはなし会です。お気軽にご参加ください。
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Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM |
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Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003 [View map] |
Children and their grownups are invited to join us weekly for Bilingual stories and songs with Ms. Cheryl, Ms. Maritza, and our essential Police and Fire Departments. This event takes place in the Civic Center, downstairs in Room 8. All children are welcome!
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Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
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Palisades Park Public Library, 257 2nd Street, Main Room, Palisades Park, NJ, 07650 [View map] |
Join us for a special event hosted by the Palisades Park Public library to honor the Lunar Calendar—a tradition rooted in cultural heritage, renewal, and community. Enjoy cultural performances, traditional activities, and educational experiences that explore the rhythms of the moon and the traditions passed down through generations. Everyone is welcome!
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Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM |
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Demarest Public Library, 90 Hardenburgh Avenue, Program Room, Demarest, NJ, 07627 [View map] |
Come Celebrate Lunar New Year at the library! For all ages. No registration required.
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Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM |
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Secaucus Recreation Center, 1200 Koelle Blvd, Secaucus, NJ, 07094 [View map] |
Join us in the Secaucus Recreation Center as we celebrate Lunar New Year, the year of the Fire Horse! Come learn about the significance of the holiday, enjoy performances, music, food, giveaways and much more! Register for updates. This program was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey State Council of the Arts.
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Thu, Feb 12, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM |
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Roseland Free Public Library, 20 Roseland Ave, Children's Area, Roseland, NJ, 07068 [View map] |
Enjoy listening to stories in Spanish and English and work on a related craft. RSVP required.
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Thu, Feb 12, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM |
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Rutherford Free Public Library, 150 Park Ave, Glass Room, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map] |
Learn Spanish for real this time with Miss Tati. These classes are ideal for travelers and social interactions, with the goal of building fluency through real-life conversations. No experience is required; this is a beginner-level class. Registration is required in person at the main desk.
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Thu, Feb 12, 2026, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
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Englewood Public Library, 31 Engle Street, Meeting Room 2, Englewood, NJ, 07631 [View map] |
Based on the true story of Joe Clark (Morgan Freeman), a strict but effective principal who transformed a failing inner-city high school in Paterson, New Jersey, by taking controversial but decisive action against gangs and poor academics to improve student performance and instill self-worth, ultimately saving the school from state takeover.
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Thu, Feb 12, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM |
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Rutherford Free Public Library, 150 Park Ave, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map] |
Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book tells the stories of Negro Mammies of slavery; the Voodoo Queens and Blues Women of Reconstruction; and the Granny Midwives and textile weavers of the Jim Crow era. Join us to take part in the magic and celebrate the legacy of America’s founding Black women. Register for free today!
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Thu, Feb 12, 2026, 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM |
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Glen Ridge Free Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Meeting Room, Glen Ridge, NJ, 07028 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $0 |
Learn Spanish through language vocabulary and conversational language through games, plays, music and crafts. It's a great opportunity for students to enrich their Spanish knowledge. No prior knowledge of Spanish is needed just a genuine interest in learning and participating in lessons and activities. A snack will be served. If your child has any food allergies, please let us know.
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Thu, Feb 12, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM |
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Cresskill Public Library, 53 Union Avenue, Program Room, Cresskill, NJ, 07626 [View map] |
Play Yut Nori and Horse making. For 5 years and older. Register on the Library’s website, first come first served. 새해 복많이 받으세요! 설날맞이 윷놀이와 말 크래프트. 대상 : 킨더가든이상 누구나 ~ (선착순 등록 마감). 등록필수, 도서관 웹사이트에서 해 주세요.
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Thu, Feb 12, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM |
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Leonia Public Library, 227 Fort Lee Road, John W. Salzig Meeting Room, Leonia, NJ, 07605 [View map] |
Join us for a 10-week course of Korean Language Classes! Please note, you only need to register once to take part in the entire 10-week course! Registration is required.
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Thu, Feb 12, 2026, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM |
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Ridgefield Public Library, 527 Morse Ave., Multi-Purpose Room, Ridgefield, NJ, 07657 [View map] |
Lunar New Year is coming up! Use plates to create a horse that you can use to decorate!
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Fri, Feb 13, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM |
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Rutherford Free Public Library, 150 Park Ave, Auditorium, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map] |
Infants to 5-year olds and their caregivers are invited to join us for a Spanish storytime with Miss Tati. Each session will include stories, fingerplays, and fun! Registration is required. Los bebés hasta los 5 años y sus cuidadores están invitados a unirse a nosotros para disfrutar de un cuento en español con Miss Tati. ¡Cada sesión incluirá historias, juegos con los dedos y diversión!
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Fri, Feb 13, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM |
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Cresskill Public Library, 53 Union Avenue, Program Room, Cresskill, NJ, 07626 [View map] |
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Sat, Feb 14, 2026, 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM |
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Hillsdale Public Library, 509 Hillsdale Avenue, Story Time Room, Hillsdale, NJ, 07642 [View map] |
Looking for a fun place to speak Spanish and make friends? ¡Charlamos! is a welcoming Spanish language club designed just for kids who already speak Spanish and want more chances to use it! 📚 Build community with other Spanish-speaking kids Practice real, authentic conversations Play games, share stories, and talk about everyday life — all in Spanish!
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Sat, Feb 14, 2026, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM |
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Fair Lawn's Maurice M. Pine Library, 10-01 Fair Lawn Ave., Level B Room, Fair Lawn, NJ, 07410 [View map] |
Join Socrates and learn to read, write, and speak Advanced spanish. All materials will be provided. For students who have taken Socrates' first 2 levels or have completed an Intermediate Spanish class elsewhere.
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Sat, Feb 14, 2026, 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM |
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Teaneck Public Library, 840 Teaneck Rd, Children's Room, Mayor Lizette Parker Memorial Room, Teaneck, NJ, 07666 [View map] |
Celebrate Black History with an interactive read-aloud, arts & crafts, and light snacks. Best for children up to 4th grade. This event is sponsored by The Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Committee and Free Reads Educational Mentoring Program.
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Sat, Feb 14, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM |
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Fair Lawn's Maurice M. Pine Library, 10-01 Fair Lawn Ave., Level B Room, Fair Lawn, NJ, 07410 [View map] |
Join Socrates and learn to read, write, and speak beginner/ low intermediate spanish. All materials will be provided. For students who have never taken a Spanish class, or have completed a beginning Spanish class.
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Sat, Feb 14, 2026, 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM |
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Leonia Public Library, 227 Fort Lee Road, Harold Ficke Conference Room, Leonia, NJ, 07605 [View map] |
Recommended for those who have a basic understanding of reading & writing Hangul.
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Sat, Feb 14, 2026, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
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Express Newark, 54 Halsey St., 2nd Floor, Newark, NJ 07102, Newark, NJ [View map] |
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Tickets range from $33.85 to $268.61 |
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Organized by Black Star Creative Collective (BSCC) |
FALL IN LOVE WITH US. Celebrate Black Love, Family, and Community at Wakanda Ball 2026, February 14th, 2025, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Sun, Feb 15, 2026, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM |
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562 Summit Avenue, Jersey City, NJ, 07306 [View map] |
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Ticket price: $33.85 |
A night of Black love, flavor, and vibes—celebrating our beauty and brilliance with a live band, food, giveaways and great company. And more!
