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Grab & Go: Wooden Magnet Kit ( Ages 6-9)
Pick up the wooden magnet kit at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
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Virtual Teen Cooking Class sponsored by NJ Community Foodbank: [Ages 12& up]
Chef Dominique presents a series of short colorful handouts with fun activities and recipes for youth. Each class will focus on healthy eating, exercise, and cooking. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
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Eating Smart, Being Active – Virtual Program for Adults
VirtualPresented by NJ SNAP-ed Registration is required. Join us to learn how to include physical activities into your daily routine and prepare delicious, nutritious meals on a budget. To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 1pm on the day of the program to receive the Zoom link.
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Virtual Stem Fridays: Turn Milk into Plastic ( Ages 6 & up)
In this activity, Ms. Stephanie will demonstrate how to make plastic using hot milk and vinegar. To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 3:30pm on Fri. Oct. 15th.
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Virtual Storytime & Craft: (Ages 3-6)
Storytime with songs, finger plays, and a craft presented on zoom with Ms. Stephanie. *Pick up your craft kit on Thurs. Oct. 14th from 11am to 5pm. Zoom link will be emailed on Mon. Oct 18th.
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HPL Board of Trustees Meeting (virtual)
VirtualHillside Public Library Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public. To attend a virtual meeting, please register no later than 5pm the day of the scheduled meeting and a link will be emailed to the email address you provide at registration. Dial-In Instructions are posted on the library’s front door.
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Eating Smart, Being Active – Virtual Program for Adults
VirtualPresented by NJ SNAP-ed Registration is required. Join us to learn how to include physical activities into your daily routine and prepare delicious, nutritious meals on a budget. To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 1pm on the day of the program to receive the Zoom link.
Free
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Virtual Teen Advisory Board (TAB): [Grades 6-12]
Teens we need your help to make the library a better place for you. At the TAB, teens can share ideas, create teen events, make new friends, earn community service hours and much more. Please register to receive the zoom link to participate.
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Virtual Evening Read to a Dog (Ages 3-10)
Put on your PJ's, grab your favorite book and read to a kind therapy dog before bedtime. To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 5pm on Mon. Oct. 4th to receive the Zoom link information.
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Virtual Youth Cooking Class (Spanish) sponsored by NJ community Foodbank: [Ages 5-11]
Chef Dominique presents a series of short colorful handouts with fun activities and recipes for youth. Each class will focus on healthy eating, exercise, and cooking. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
Free
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Grab & Go: Diamond Paint Kit (Ages 10 & up)
Pick up the diamond paint kit at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
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Virtual Teen Cooking Class (Spanish) sponsored by NJ Community Foodbank: [Ages 12& up]
Chef Dominique presents a series of short colorful handouts with fun activities and recipes for youth. Each class will focus on healthy eating, exercise, and cooking. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
Free
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Virtual Stem Fridays: Do- It- Yourself DNA : [Ages 6 & up]
In this activity, Ms. Stephanie will demonstrate how to make your own DNA extraction kit from household chemicals and use it to extract DNA from strawberries. To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 3:30pm on Fri. Oct. 29thth.
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Virtual Toddler Storytime: Ages 0 to 4
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual toddler storytime. Get ready for some fun stories, puppets, songs and rhymes. Registration required. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 9:30am on Tues. Nov. 2nd to receive zoom link.
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Virtual Chess Class: Ages 9-13
Join Coach Bobby, founder of Knight Chess will virtually teach chess. Ages 9-13. Registration required *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 3:30pm on Thursday, November 4th to receive zoom link information.
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Virtual STEM Fridays: Water Science Experiments (Ages 6 & up)
In this activity, Ms. Stephanie will demonstrate various science experiments using water. Registration required. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 3:30pm on Friday, Nov. 5th
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Virtual Evening Read to a Dog (Ages 6 & up)
Put on your PJ's, grab your favorite book and read to a kind therapy dog before bedtime. Registration required. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 5pm on Monday, Nov. 8th to receive the Zoom link.
Free
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Virtual Toddler Storytime: Ages 0 to 4
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual toddler storytime. Get ready for some fun stories, puppets, songs and rhymes. Registration required. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 9:30am on Tues. Nov. 9th to receive zoom link.
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Using OverDrive to Access Digital Materials
Virtual Program for Adults Discover how to borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines 24/7/365 using your Hillside Public Library card. Register before the date of the program, or no later than 12pm on 11/9/21 to receive the Zoom link.
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Grab & Go: Stuff Animal Kit w/ Sanitizer Holder
Pick up the stuff animal kit at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
Free
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Veteran’s Day – Library Closed
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Virtual Graphic Novel Book Club: “When Stars are Scattered” by Victoria Jamieson (Grades 4-7)
Join Ms. Stephanie in an ONLINE discussion of "When Stars are Scattered" by Victoria Jamieson. A graphic novel based on a true story of two Somalian brothers growing up in a refugee camp. It describes their hardship combined with hope and resilience. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 12pm on Saturday, […]
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Virtual Graphic Novel Book Club: “Oracle Code” by Marieke Nijkamp (Grades 4-7)
VirtualJoin Ms. Stephanie in an ONLINE discussion of "Oracle Code” by Marieke Nijkamp. A graphic novel about the self-made superhero Barbara Gordon. This story proves people with disabilities don’t need to be fixed to be seen as whole. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 12pm on Saturday, Dec. 11th to receive […]
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“Boogie Woogie Babies” Virtual Dance Class (Ages: 6mo. – 3yrs)
Join Ms. Tiffany with singing, dancing while bonding and burning a few calories. Registration required. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 10am on Tuesday, Nov. 16th to receive the Zoom link.
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Using OverDrive to Access Digital Materials
VirtualVirtual Program for Adults Discover how to borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines 24/7/365 using your Hillside Public Library card. Register before the date of the program, or no later than 12pm on 11/16/21 to receive the Zoom link.
Free
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Grab & Go: Paint by Numbers Craft (Ages 8 & up)
Pick up the craft at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
Free
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HPL Board of Trustees Meeting (Virtual)
VirtualHillside Public Library Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public. To attend a virtual meeting, please register no later than 5pm on the day of the meeting and […]
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Virtual Chess Class: Ages 9-13
Join Coach Bobby, founder of Knight Chess will virtually teach chess. Ages 9-13. Registration required *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 3:30pm on Thursday, November 18th […]
Free
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Virtual Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B.) Grades 6-12
Teens we need your help to make the library a better place for you. At the TAB, teens can share ideas, create teen events, make new friends, earn community service […]
Free
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Virtual Storytime & Fall Mini Wind Chime Craft (ages 3-6)
Storytime with songs, finger plays, and a craft presented on zoom with Ms. Stephanie. *Pick up your craft kit on Thurs. Nov. 18th h from 11am to 5pm. Zoom link […]
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“Boogie Woogie Babies” Virtual Dance Class (Ages 6mo.- 3yrs)
Join Ms. Tiffany with singing, dancing while bonding and burning a few calories. Registration required. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 10am on Tuesday, Nov. 23rd to receive the Zoom link.
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Grab & Go: Little Monsters Sewing Kit ( Ages 7 & up)
Pick up the sewing kit at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
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Virtual Youth Cooking Class : Pumpkin Muffins (Ages 5 & up)
Chef Dominique teaches the youth how to bake healthy desserts. Program sponsored by NJ Community Foodbank. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
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Virtual Children’s Book Reading: “The Perfect You” by Deb Warner
VirtualMeet the Hillside Author, Deb Warner as she introduces and read her book “The Perfect You.” For All Ages. Copies available for purchase. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 5pm on Monday, Dec. 6th to receive the Zoom link information.
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Virtual Toddler Storytime ( Ages 0 to 4)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual toddler storytime. Get ready for some fun stories, puppets, songs and rhymes. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER than 9:30am on Tuesday, Dec. 7th to receive zoom link information.
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Virtual Saturday Read to a Dog (Ages 6 & up)
Join Ms. Stephanie and grab your favorite book as you read to a kind therapy dog. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 10am on Saturday, Dec. 11th to receive the Zoom link information.
Free
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Virtual Graphic Novel Book Club: “Oracle Code” by Marieke Nijkamp
Join Ms. Stephanie in an ONLINE discussion of "Oracle Code” by Marieke Nijkamp. A graphic novel about the self-made superhero Barbara Gordon. This story proves people with disabilities don’t need to be fixed to be seen as whole. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 12pm on Saturday, Dec. 11th to receive […]
Free
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Virtual Storytime & Ornament Hat Craft (Ages 3 to 6)
Storytime with songs, finger plays, and a craft presented on zoom with Ms. Stephanie. Registration required. *Pick up your craft kit on Thurs. Dec. 9th from 11am to 5pm. Zoom link will be emailed on Mon. Dec. 13th
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Grab & Go: String Art Kit (Ages 9 & up)
Pick up the string art kit at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
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HPL Board of Trustees Meeting (Virtual)
VirtualHillside Public Library Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public. To attend a virtual meeting, please register no later than 5pm on the day of the meeting and a link will be emailed to the email address provided at registration. Dial-in instructions are posted on the library's front door. ONLINE REGISTRATION HAS […]
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Virtual Youth Cooking Class : Chocolate Cake ( Ages 5 & up)
Chef Dominique teaches the youth how to bake healthy desserts. Program sponsored by NJ Community Foodbank. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
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Holiday Season Toy Giveaway- HILLSIDE RESIDENTS ONLY (Ages 3-13)
Join former Councilman George “Tony” Alston’s Annual Toy Giveaway. Registration must be completed by Friday, December 18th at 5:30pm. Ages 3-13. HILLSIDE RESIDENTS ONLY. Parent/Guardian MUST register their child/children. Parent & child must be present to receive a toy (maximum 2 toys per family).
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Virtual Toddler Storytime (Ages 0 to 4)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual toddler storytime. Get ready for some fun stories, puppets, songs and rhymes. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 9:30 am on Tuesday, Dec. 21st to receive zoom link information.
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Virtual Storytime & Snowman Pinecone Craft ( Ages 3 to 6)
Storytime with songs, finger plays, and a craft presented on zoom with Ms. Stephanie. Registration required. *Pick up your craft kit on Mon. Dec. 27th from 11:00am to 5:00pm.
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Virtual Toddler Storytime (Ages 0 to 4)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual toddler storytime. Get ready for some fun stories, puppets, songs and rhymes. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 9:30am on Tues., Jan. 4th to receive zoom link information
DELAYED OPENING – 11AM
Due to hazardous road conditions, the library will open at 11am today. Be safe!
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Virtual Bingo (Ages 5-9)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual bingo. Pick up your bingo cards on Tues. Jan. 4th from 11am to 5pm. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
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LIBRARY CLOSED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS
Stay Safe!
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CANCELLED- Virtual Youth Cooking Class: Fruit Tarts (Ages 5 & up)
THIS PROGRAM WILL BE RESCHEDULED Chef Dominique teaches the youth how to bake healthy dessert. Program sponsored by NJ Community Foodbank. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
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2022 Winter Reading Challenge: Read 1,000 Minutes in 50 Days (All Ages)
Join our 2022 Winter Reading Challenge: Read 1,000 Minutes in 50 Days All Ages: Babies to Adults 20 Minutes a Day LOG YOUR MINUTES HERE from January 10th through March […]
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CONTACTLESS SERVICE ONLY (Library closed to the public) Call for materials pickup.
ATTENTION The weeks of January 10 and 18, 2022 No-Contact Service Only Due to the rise in Covid cases there will be no in-person visits to the Library.
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Virtual Storytime & Penguin Hat Craft (Ages 3-6)
Storytime with songs, finger plays, and a craft presented on zoom with Ms. Stephanie. Registration required. *Pick up your craft kit on Thurs. Jan. 6th from 11am to 5pm. Zoom […]
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Grab & Go: Animal Mosaic Sticker Craft (Ages 4-6)
Pick up the mosaic sticker craft at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
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Virtual Stem Friday: Snow Fizz Slime (Ages 5 & up)
In this activity, Ms. Stephanie will demonstrate how to make snow fizz slime. Registration required. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 3:00pm on Fri. Jan. 14th.
Free
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Virtual Read to a Dog (Ages 6 & up)
Join Ms. Stephanie and grab your favorite book as you read to a kind therapy dog. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 10am on Saturday, Jan. […]
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Virtual Graphic Novel Club: “Cat Kid Comic Club: Perspectives” by Dav Pilkey (Grades 4-7)
Join Ms. Stephanie in an ONLINE discussion of "Cat Kid Comic Club: Perspectives” by Dav Pilkey. A graphic novel filled with humor and nonstop adventures. *To attend this virtual event, […]
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Virtual Toddler Storytime (Ages 0 to 4)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual toddler storytime. Get ready for some fun stories, puppets, songs and rhymes. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 9:30am on Tues., Jan. 18 to receive zoom link information
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VIRTUAL Board of Trustees Meeting
Hillside Public Library Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public. To attend a virtual meeting, please register no later than 5pm on the day of the meeting and […]
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Virtual Bingo (Ages 10-14)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual bingo. Pick up your bingo cards on Tues. Jan. 18th from 11am to 5pm. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed
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Virtual Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B): Grades 6-12
Teens we need your help to make the library a better place for you. At the TAB, teens can share ideas, create teen events, make new friends, earn community service […]
Free
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Virtual Storytime & Pom Pom Panda Craft (Ages 3-6)
Storytime with songs, finger plays, and a craft presented on zoom with Ms. Stephanie. Registration required. *Pick up your craft kit on Thurs. Jan. 20th from 11am to 5pm. Zoom […]
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Grab & Go: Rainbow Scratch Art Book (Ages 8-14)
Pick up the rainbow scratch art book at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
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Virtual Youth Cooking Class: Turkey Chilli ( Ages 5 & up)
VirtualChef Dominique teaches the youth how to cook a healthy meal. Program sponsored by NJ Community Foodbank. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed. Ingredients 1 medium onion 2 medium […]
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CLOSED DUE TO WEATHER
The Library will be closed today due to inclement weather. Stay safe.
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Virtual Toddler Storytime (Ages 0 to 4)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual toddler storytime. Get ready for some fun stories, puppets, songs and rhymes. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 9:30am on Tues., Feb. 1st to receive zoom link information.
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Grab & Go: Push Bubble Stress Relief Toy (Ages 4-6)
Pick up your push bubble stress relief toy at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
Free
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EARLY CLOSING – 3PM
Due to hazardous road conditions, the library is closing at 3pm today.
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Virtual Saturday Read to a Dog (Ages 6 & up)
Join Ms. Stephanie and grab your favorite book as you read to a kind therapy dog. *To attend this virtual event, please register NO LATER THAN 10am on Saturday, Feb. […]
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*SPECIAL VIRTUAL EVENT* Dear Mochalicious Goddess – Meet the Authors!
JOIN US FOR THIS SPECIAL VIRTUAL EVENT! Registration is required. All ages welcome. Zoom link will be emailed on the day of the event. Suddon Brown is excited to announce […]
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Library Closed due to repair work in the building
Staff are available via online chat. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Take & Make Craft: Valentine’s Puppy Card Craft (Ages 5- 8)
Pick up puppy card craft at the library. Online registration required.
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Take & Make Craft: No Sew Heart Pillow Craft (Ages 9 -13)
Pick up heart pillow craft at the library. Online registration required.
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Library closed due to strong odor exposure caused by repair work in the building.
Library closed due to strong odor exposure caused by repair work in the building.
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Virtual Youth Cooking Class: Chocolate Covered Strawberries (Ages 5 & up)
Join Chef Dominique, as she makes chocolate covered strawberries. Program sponsored by NJ Community Foodbank. Online registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
Free
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Virtual Storytime & Butterfly Lollipop Craft: (Ages 3- 6)
Storytime with songs, finger plays, and a craft presented on zoom with Ms. Stephanie. Online registration required. *Pick up your craft kit on Thurs. Feb. 10th from 11am to 5pm. […]
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Library Closed due to repair work in the building
Staff are available via online chat. All events are virtual. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Grab & Go: Brain Teaser Game (Ages 7-14)
Pick up the brain teaser game at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
Free
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Virtual Board of Trustees Meeting
Hillside Public Library Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public. To attend a virtual meeting, please register no later than 5pm on the day of the meeting and […]
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Virtual Kids Kahoot Trivia (Ages 5-8)
Put your general knowledge and pop culture savvy to the test with this epic Kahoot Trivia day! Online registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
Free
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Virtual Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B): Grades 4-7
Teens we need your help to make the library a better place for you. At the TAB, teens can share ideas, create teen events, make new friends, earn community service […]
Free
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Virtual Toddler Storytime (Ages 0 to 4)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual toddler storytime. Get ready for some fun stories, puppets, songs and rhymes. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 9:30am on Tues., […]
Free
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Virtual Tweens Kahoot Trivia (Ages 9-13)
Put your general knowledge and pop culture savvy to the test with this epic Kahoot Trivia day! Online registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
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Virtual Storytime Featuring ” Munsters Under The Bed” by Local Author Muta El-Amin (All Ages)
Join Local Author, Muta El-Amin as he introduces and reads his children's book entitled "Munsters Under The Bed". It's a nursery rhyme style bedtime story intended to be an aid […]
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Virtual Graphic Novel: “Amethyst: Princess of Gemworld” by Shannon Hale (Grades 6 & up)
Join Ms. Stephanie in an ONLINE discussion of "Amethyst: Princess of Gemworld” by Shannon Hale. A graphic novel about a princess who gets in trouble often. Her punishment is to […]
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Virtual Storytime & Unity Hand Wreath Craft (Ages 3-6)
Storytime with songs, finger plays, and a craft presented on zoom with Ms. Stephanie. Registration required. *Pick up your craft kit on Thurs. Feb. 24th from 11am to 5pm. Zoom […]
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Virtual Event: “Dr. Seuss Rhyming” performed by Music Play Patrol ( Ages 2 -6)
An interactive virtual musical storytime using rhyming words. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 3pm on Wed. March 2nd to receive zoom link information.
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Virtual Youth Cooking: Green Eggs & Ham Breakfast Sandwich (Ages 5 & up)
Chef Dominique teaches the youth how to cook healthy snacks. Program sponsored by NJ Community Foodbank. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
Free
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Virtual Toddler Storytime ( Ages 0-4)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual toddler storytime. Get ready for some fun stories, puppets, songs and rhymes. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 9:30am on Tues., […]
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Grab & Go: Electronic Writing Tablet ( Ages 5 & up)
Pick up the electronic writing tablet at the library. One per family. Online registration required.
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Virtual Bingo ( Ages 5-9)
Join Ms. Stephanie for virtual bingo. Pick up your bingo cards on Tues. March 8th from 11am to 5pm. Zoom link will be emailed.
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Virtual Storytime & Leprechaun Hat Treats Craft (Ages 3-6)
Storytime with songs, finger plays, and a craft presented on zoom with Ms. Stephanie. Registration required. *Pick up your craft kit on Thurs. March 10th from 11am to 5pm. Zoom […]
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Virtual Board of Trustees Meeting – Rescheduled to 3/23/22
VirtualRESCHEDULED TO 3/23/22 DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM Hillside Public Library Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public. To attend a virtual meeting, please register no later […]
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Virtual Youth Cooking: Shamrock Chips & Salsa ( Ages 5 & up)
Chef Dominique teaches the youth how to cook healthy snacks. Program sponsored by NJ Community Foodbank. Registration required. Zoom link will be emailed.
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Virtual Graphic Novel: ” Spy School” by Stuart Gibbs (Grade 6 & up)
Join Ms. Stephanie in an ONLINE discussion of "Spy School” by Stuart Gibbs. Ben who loves all spy things becomes a spy on a mission of self-discovery and true identity. […]
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Virtual Event: “African Drum Line” performed by Music Play Patrol
An instrumental virtual event that teaches youth a variety of West African hand drums including the djembe, talking drum and more. *To attend this virtual event, please register no later than 3pm on Tues. March 22nd to receive zoom link information.
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RESCHEDULED-Board of Trustees Meeting
Hillside Public Library Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public. To attend a virtual meeting, please register no later than 5pm on the day of the meeting and a link will be emailed to the email address provided at registration. Dial-in instructions will be posted on the library’s front door.
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