Welcome to the North Bergen Free Public Library blog! We post new content every Thursday. Let us know in the comments what type of content you want to see!

¡Bienvenido al blog de la Biblioteca Pública Gratuita de North Bergen! Publicamos contenido nuevo todos los jueves. ¡Cuéntenos en los comenterios qué tipo de contenido quiere ver!

Apocalypse has Arrived

The apocalypse has arrived. In today's blog post, we are highlighting the best of apocalyptic works across books, movies and television. Let us know which title you are most excited for!Books I am Legend by Richard Matheson Station 11 by Emily St. John Mandel...

Italian Giants: Composers at the 2026 Olympics

On today’s blog, we are going to cover the three composers that were featured in the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics Milano 2026. The opening ceremony featured musical selections from Giacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, and Giuseppe Verdi. Learn more about...

Happy Valentine’s Day

Celebrate this Valentine's Day with some of the best fictional couples. We've compiled some of the best couples from books, movies and television that showcase true partnership and friendship.  Books Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, Pride and Prejudice Claire and Jamie,...

Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month by checking out some Contemporary Authors! This booklist contains published titles as well as some up and coming releases in February. Be sure to check out our watchlists for movies and television shows. Young Adult Books The Hate U Give...

Virginia Woolf

On today's blog, we are looking at the life and career of British author, Virginia Woolf. Learn more about her unique writing style and much more! We've also included a booklist of Woolf's must read works. Born Adeline Virginia Stephen on January 25th 1882 in London....

Dr. Strangelove and Cold War Era Films

Today, we are looking at one of the greatest satirical films of all time, Dr. Strangelove. We will look at the director Stanley Kubrick, and how this film shaped Cold War movies. We also added some recommendations for films set in the Cold War period.Sixty two years...

Boston’s Molasses Flood of 1919

On today’s blog, we are going to be discussing one of Boston’s famous disasters. In the midafternoon of January 15th 1919, hot molasses flooded the streets of Boston’s North End leaving a wake of destruction. This is the Great Molasses Flood. The North End is one of...

David Bowie

We're kicking off the new year by looking at one of the most celebrated musicians of all time, David Bowie. In today's post, we examine Bowie's life and his career. We also included some book recommendations and a list of his top ten songs. If you want to go beyond...

Celebrating Friendship

This year we're thankful for the friendships we found through reading.  In today's post, you'll find some of the best examples of friendship that are portrayed through books, movies and television.  Let us know which ones you're excited about!Children Fiction Books...

Indigenous Peoples Month

November is Indigenous Peoples Month! To celebrate, we have compiled a list of books and media to enjoy!  Let us know which title you're most excited for!What to Read - Adults The Whistler by Nick Medina We Survived the Night  by Julian Brave NoiseCat Rangikura by...
Apocalypse has Arrived

Apocalypse has Arrived

The apocalypse has arrived. In today's blog post, we are highlighting the best of apocalyptic works across books, movies and television. Let us know which title you are most excited for!Books I am Legend by Richard Matheson Station 11 by Emily St. John Mandel...

Italian Giants: Composers at the 2026 Olympics

Italian Giants: Composers at the 2026 Olympics

On today’s blog, we are going to cover the three composers that were featured in the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics Milano 2026. The opening ceremony featured musical selections from Giacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, and Giuseppe Verdi. Learn more about...

Happy Valentine’s Day

Happy Valentine’s Day

Celebrate this Valentine's Day with some of the best fictional couples. We've compiled some of the best couples from books, movies and television that showcase true partnership and friendship.  Books Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, Pride and Prejudice Claire and Jamie,...

Black History Month

Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month by checking out some Contemporary Authors! This booklist contains published titles as well as some up and coming releases in February. Be sure to check out our watchlists for movies and television shows. Young Adult Books The Hate U Give...

Virginia Woolf

Virginia Woolf

On today's blog, we are looking at the life and career of British author, Virginia Woolf. Learn more about her unique writing style and much more! We've also included a booklist of Woolf's must read works. Born Adeline Virginia Stephen on January 25th 1882 in London....

Dr. Strangelove and Cold War Era Films

Dr. Strangelove and Cold War Era Films

Today, we are looking at one of the greatest satirical films of all time, Dr. Strangelove. We will look at the director Stanley Kubrick, and how this film shaped Cold War movies. We also added some recommendations for films set in the Cold War period.Sixty two years...

Boston’s Molasses Flood of 1919

Boston’s Molasses Flood of 1919

On today’s blog, we are going to be discussing one of Boston’s famous disasters. In the midafternoon of January 15th 1919, hot molasses flooded the streets of Boston’s North End leaving a wake of destruction. This is the Great Molasses Flood. The North End is one of...

David Bowie

David Bowie

We're kicking off the new year by looking at one of the most celebrated musicians of all time, David Bowie. In today's post, we examine Bowie's life and his career. We also included some book recommendations and a list of his top ten songs. If you want to go beyond...

Celebrating Friendship

Celebrating Friendship

This year we're thankful for the friendships we found through reading.  In today's post, you'll find some of the best examples of friendship that are portrayed through books, movies and television.  Let us know which ones you're excited about!Children Fiction Books...

Indigenous Peoples Month

Indigenous Peoples Month

November is Indigenous Peoples Month! To celebrate, we have compiled a list of books and media to enjoy!  Let us know which title you're most excited for!What to Read - Adults The Whistler by Nick Medina We Survived the Night  by Julian Brave NoiseCat Rangikura by...

Halloween

Halloween

Happy Halloween to all of our patrons! We hope that everyone has a lot of fun trick or treating this Friday! On today's blog, we give some recommendations for Halloween inspired books!Recommendations for Kids Chicka Chicka Tricka Treat by Julien Chung Creepy Crayon by...

Oh the Horror

Oh the Horror

Halloween is almost here! In today's post, we are showcasing some of the best of Horror from books to televisison shows. Some of our movie and television picks include jump scares and other terror provoking imagery so please be advised. Let us know which titles you're...

Rod Serling and The Twilight Zone

Rod Serling and The Twilight Zone

This week on the blog, we are covering the great Rod Serling and The Twilight Zone. Learn about Rod Serling before his greatest success as well as a close look into the making of the hit television show. We also included some of the best episodes to check out!Rodman...

Author Spotlight

Author Spotlight

Every October is German American Heritage Month! Today's blog post is all about Kurt Vonnegut Jr. Learn more about him below and we including some must read works! Kurt Vonnegut Jr. was born in Indianpolis, Indiana on November 11th, 1922 to Edith and Kurt Sr. His...

James Bond Day

James Bond Day

Celebrate James Bond on October 5th with us! This Tuesday, October 7th at the 81st Street Branch, is the first class of our new James Bond Movie class. Come and discuss which screen version of James Bond you like the best! You can register for the class on our...

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