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Branch: Dec. 11th @ 4:30 pm, Main: Dec.18th @ 5 PM & Guttenberg: Dec 19th @ 6 PM

Main Library: Tuesday, December 17th, 4 pm to 7:30 pm. Registration Required.

Main Library: Friday, December 27th at 1 PM. Register at the Youth Services Desk.

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The North Bergen Free Public Library exists to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our diverse community. We offer a variety of print and electronic resources, special programs, and timely-services within our warm, user-friendly environment. Learn More...

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RFP - PROFESSIONAL SERVICE: ACCOUNTANT
Submission Date: October 17, 2019
RFQ - GENERAL LEGAL REPRESENTATION
Submission Date: October 16, 2019

Programs & Events

Nov 14

Senior Citizen Movie Matinee - Main Library

Join us for a screening of “Serenity” Starring Matthew McConaughey. A fishing boat captain juggles facing his mysterious past and finding himself ensnared in a reality where nothing is what it seems. Admission and refreshments are provided.

11/14/2019 1:00 PM View Flyer

Nov 14

ACA Enrollment Event - Main Library

Healthcare is required by law in the State of New Jersey. Open enrollment officially ends on December 15, 2019. Join us at the Main Library for a FREE ACA Enrollment event brought to you by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey.

11/14/2019 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM View Flyer

Nov 16

ACA Enrollment Event - Main Library

11/16/2019 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM View Flyer

Nov 26

Teen Advisory Board - Main Library

Join the Teen Advisory Board!! These meetings are open to students in grades 7 and up. Please register at the children's desk.

11/26/2019 4:00 PM View Flyer

Dec 02

Alzheimer's/Dementia Support Group for Caregivers

The Act Now Foundation cordially invites everyone in the family to join their Monthly Caregiver Support Group Meeting for Alzheimer's and related Dementias. The goal of this support group is to bring people together who are going through or have gone through similar experiences. Meetings will be held the first Monday of each month at the Main Library.

12/2/2019 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM View Flyer

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Become a U.S. Citizen New Citizenship Classes at the Library

The library will be offering a free 15-week citizenship class aimed at helping those at all points in the process. The course will include ESL instruction, special guest speakers and trips to historical places.

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Day Book Club

Latest Feature: Little Fires Everywhere

Author: Celeste Ng

Main Library Location

Schedule: 2nd Wednesday Monthly: 2-3pm Next Meeting: Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Guttenberg Resource Center Location

Schedule: 2nd Tuesday Monthly: 2-3pm Next Meeting: Tuesday, November 12, 2019

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Becoming a Member of the NBPL

Anyone who lives, goes to school, owns property, or is employed in North Bergen or Guttenberg, is entitled to a library card from the North Bergen Public Library.

A library card will be issued free of charge upon the presentation of two (2) acceptable forms of identification (driver's license, phone/electric bill, lease etc.) with a proof of residency.

A signature of a parent or guardian is required for children. The North Bergen library card will be honored in all Hudson County and BCCLS libraries for North Bergen residents however Guttenberg residents will have borrowing privileges in Hudson County libraries only.

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Locations

North Bergen Free Public Library Bergenline Main Branch

8411 Bergenline Avenue
North Bergen, NJ 07047
Phone: (201) 869-4715
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Hours

Mon-Thurs: 9am-8pm
Fri-Sat: 9am-5pm
Sunday: 1pm-5pm
NBPL Holiday Schedule

NBPL Holiday Schedule (2019)

The library is open 7 days a week with the exception of the following holiday dates:

Tuesday, January 1 - New Year’s Day
Monday, January 21 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, February 18 - Presidents Day
Friday, April 19 - Good Friday
Sunday, April 21 - Easter
Sunday, May 26 & Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day
Thursday, July 4 - Independence Day
Saturday, August 31, Sunday, September 1 & Monday, September 2 - Labor Day
Monday, October 14 - Columbus Day
Tuesday, November 5 - Election Day
Monday, November 11 - Veterans Day
Thursday, November 28 & Friday, November 29 - Thanksgiving
Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day

*THE MAIN LIBRARY IS CLOSED ON SUNDAY'S DURING THE MONTHS OF JULY AND AUGUST.*

Kennedy Branch

2123 Kennedy Boulevard
North Bergen, NJ 07047
Phone: (201) 869-4715 ext.6
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Hours

Mon-Thurs: 9am-8pm
Fri & Sat: 9am-5pm
Sunday: Closed

Guttenberg Resource Center

Galaxy Towers Mall
7002 Boulevard East, Unit M4
Guttenberg, NJ 07093
Phone: (201) 868-2315 Ext 138

Hours

Mon & Wed: 10am-6pm
Tues & Thur 2pm-8pm
Fri (SPECIAL PROGRAMMING HOURS)
Sat: 1pm-5pm
Sunday: Closed

In the pages of a book anyone can be a great explorer or become their dream. The power of education and daydreaming creates the innovators of the future.

- Archer Sierra