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!

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...

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

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

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

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

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...

Read around the Globe

Travel the world without ever leaving your house! This week on the blog, we've compiled a list of books that are set in countries around the world. The booklist is broken down by continents. Let us know which book you're picking up first!North America Canada - Women...

It’s Time for Back to School

Welcome all returning students! This week, we're celebrating the start of a brand new school year. We hope that all of our patrons have an amazing year ahead. Please make sure your child is registered for our new Fall slate. Click the link to sign up. We've compiled a...

Grief Awareness Day

National Grief Awareness Day is on August 30th. It helps to raise the awareness of the grieving process to those who are experiencing loss. It also sheds lights on how to help people who are going through the grieving process. Here are some books and media that shwo...
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...

Read around the Globe

Read around the Globe

Travel the world without ever leaving your house! This week on the blog, we've compiled a list of books that are set in countries around the world. The booklist is broken down by continents. Let us know which book you're picking up first!North America Canada - Women...

It’s Time for Back to School

It’s Time for Back to School

Welcome all returning students! This week, we're celebrating the start of a brand new school year. We hope that all of our patrons have an amazing year ahead. Please make sure your child is registered for our new Fall slate. Click the link to sign up. We've compiled a...

Grief Awareness Day

Grief Awareness Day

National Grief Awareness Day is on August 30th. It helps to raise the awareness of the grieving process to those who are experiencing loss. It also sheds lights on how to help people who are going through the grieving process. Here are some books and media that shwo...

Science Fiction Week

Science Fiction Week

This week we're celebrating the best of Science Fiction! On our list, you'll find book and movie recommendations of some the best of the genre. Did we pick your favorite? Books The Martian by Andy Weir Dune series by Frank Herbet 1984 by George Orwell Ready Player One...

National Book Lovers Day

National Book Lovers Day

Celebrate National Book Lovers Day this Saturday, August 9th!We've gathered some titles across all age levels to enjoy! Let us know how you're celebrating!Adult Recommendations Fiction The Waiting by Michael Connelly Never Say Never by Danielle Steel Long Island by...

Crossword Puzzle

Crossword Puzzle

Test your knowledge on our July Crossword Puzzle! Click on the link to fill out your answers. July Crossword Puzzle Good Luck! Across 3. Gilbert and Sullivan wrote in this music genre 5. Who is the narrator in Stephen King's Shawshank Redemption 6. Who is the...

Andy Warhol

Andy Warhol

Today, we are looking at the life and career of Pop Art artist, Andy Warhol. Born Andrew Warhola in 1928, Andy showed an interest in art at an early age. His upbringing in Pittsburgh was filled with economic hardships but his family encouraged him to take art classes....

Revisiting Childhood Stories

Revisiting Childhood Stories

This week, our staff is revisiting some of their childhood favorite books! Let us know which ones you're interested in reading!Derlin's Favorite Spirit Animals by Brandon Mull Chelsea's Favorites The Big Orange Splot by Daniel Pinkwater Go Dogs Go by PD...

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