Join us after hours at the Glen Rock Public Library for a performance of Pop and Rock Hits, featuring songs you know and love from the 1960s through today.

Please register to reserve your seat here with LibCal.

The library is open after hours for this concert only.

This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Wednesday, November 13, 6pm-7:30pm

Join us for a fun evening of art on the second Wednesday of each month! 

November’s Painting: Dreamy Art Inspired by Your Zodiac Sign

For grades 6-12. Space is limited & registration is required. Register online through LibCal: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12795811

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

**Wear something you wouldn't mind if paint got on... we're using acrylic paint and it won't come out in the wash**

Thursday, November 7th, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Join us monthly to learn about pinhole photography. In these workshops you'll learn how to build your own pinhole camera, take photos with that camera, and develop those photos. 

For teens in grades 6 through 12. 

Space is very limited and registration is required. *PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO GLEN ROCK RESIDENTS. OUT-OF-TOWN RESIDENTS WILL BE PLACED ON A WAITLIST AND NOTIFIED IF SPACE IS AVAILABLE*

Register online: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/13138636

Please note, we will be using photographic chemicals to develop the photos you take. 

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Wednesday, October 23rd, 6:30pm-7:30pm

Join us on Wednesday, October 23rd at 6:30pm for a an evening of painting ceramics. 

This class will be taught by The Spotted Canvas at the Glen Rock Library. Your project will be glazed after the event and available for pickup two weeks after the event.

For teens in grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required. Priority will be given to Glen Rock residents. Out of town residents will be placed on a waitlist and notified closer to the class if space is available.

Register online: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/13138774

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

This program is generously funded by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Monday, October 21st, 6pm-7pm

Join us on the 3rd Monday of each month for an evening of crafting & making.

October’s project: Cross Stitch Halloween Bookmarks

For grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required. Register online: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12796442

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Wednesday, October 16 at 6:00 PM

Adults are invited to learn the art of needle felting & create a ghost. You will be guided through the process of using a felting needle to poke and transform natural sheep wool into a fiber sculpture. Registration is required. Class size is limited. All materials are provided. Glen Rock Public Library card required.

Registration begins on September 15. Register here with LibCal.

This event is generously sponsored by our Friends of the Library.

Join us after hours at the Glen Rock Public Library for a jazz concert with the James Austin Jr. Trio. They will perform “Songs in the Key of Wonder and More!” Songs in the Key of Wonder is a project of James' jazz arrangements of a collection of Stevie Wonder tunes.  In addition to the Stevie Wonder repertoire, the trio will mix in some other jazz standards over the course of the performance.

Please register to reserve your seat here with LibCal.

The library is open after hours for this concert only.

This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Tuesday, October 15th, 3:30pm-4:30pm

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us on the third Tuesday for a different STEM project each month.

October’s project: Glow in the Dark Slime

Registration is required: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12795932

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Sunday, October 13th at 2:00-4:00 PM

Meet Kortez, a visual artist and DJ who calls his work “Esoteric Urbanism.” A graduate of the Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts, his wide-ranging artwork includes mixed-media collage, drawing, painting, sculpture, print-making, jewelry, graphic design, photography and fashion. His expressive portraits and abstract work spring from sources including graffiti, African, underground DJ culture and social commentary. Recent exhibitions of his work include The Bridge Arts Gallery (formerly in Bayonne), Akwaaba Gallery (Newark), the Newark Museum and the Montclair Art Museum. He currently works as an independent artist, shows his art, and DJs via the artist collective Gathering of Tribes. In his own words, "I explore the concept of Esoteric Urbanism through my art, delving into knowledge and themes that resonate with audiences that appreciate contemporary art, social commentary, and also pop culture, which is largely Black culture. Drawing inspiration from my perspective as an displaced African, I use my artwork to delve into social commentary and popular culture. Through my pieces, I aim to provoke thought, challenge preconceptions, and initiate conversations on important societal issues. By intertwining esoteric elements with urban aesthetics, I create a unique artistic experience that invites viewers to question and reflect upon the world around them.” For more information about Kortez, please visit www.esotericurbanism.com. Kortez’s work will be featured in the Gallery for the Month of October.

The Gallery at the Glen Rock Public Library is supported and sponsored by The Friends of the Glen Rock Public Library.

No registration required.

Wednesday, October 9th, 6pm-7:30pm

Join us for a fun evening of art on the second Wednesday of each month! 
October’s painting: Haunted House

For grades 6-12. Space is limited & registration is required. Register online through LibCal: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12795810

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

**Wear something you wouldn't mind if paint got on... we're using acrylic paint and it won't come out in the wash**

Thursday, October 3rd, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Join us monthly to learn about pinhole photography. In these workshops you'll learn how to build your own pinhole camera, take photos with that camera, and develop those photos. 

For teens in grades 6 through 12. 

Space is very limited and registration is required. *PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO GLEN ROCK RESIDENTS. OUT-OF-TOWN RESIDENTS WILL BE PLACED ON A WAITLIST AND NOTIFIED IF SPACE IS AVAILABLE*

Register online: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/13138608

Please note, we will be using photographic chemicals to develop the photos you take. 

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Wednesday, September 25th, 6:30pm-7:30pm

Join us for a lesson in calligraphy - the art of beautiful handwriting! 

This class will be taught by The Spotted Canvas at the Glen Rock Library. 

For teens in grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required. Priority will be given to Glen Rock residents. Out of town residents will be placed on a waitlist and notified closer to the class if space is available.

Register online through LibCal

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

Monday, September 23rd, 6pm-7pm

Join us on the 3rd Monday of each month for an evening of crafting & making.

September's project: DIY Hand-sewn notebooks

For grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required. Register online: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12796449

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Wednesday, september 18 at 7:00 PM

Adults can come to the library and learn how to paint using watercolors in a fun, relaxed atmosphere! The painting will be demonstrated step-by-step. All materials provided.

Glen Rock Public Library cardholders will have priority in registration. Limited to 24 participants.

Registration opens August 15. Register here with LibCal.

This event is kindly sponsored by our Friends of the Library.

Tuesday, September 17th, 3:30pm-4:30pm

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us on the third Tuesday for a different STEM project each month.

September's project: DIY Mechanical Cardboard Robot

Registration is required: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12795931

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Support the Friends of the Glen Rock Public Library at their Wine Tasting & Mini Golf fundraising event for adults on Saturday, September 14 from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm at the library. Sample fine wines selected by Beekman Wines & Liquors, Joel Mitchel, Sommelier, and enjoy catered hors d’oevres while testing your mini golf skills on our 18-hole course! A silent auction will also be held. All event proceeds go to the Friends of the Glen Rock Public Library, who support our library and the many adult, teen, and children’s events throughout the year.

More information and tickets can be found on the Friends of the Library website. Tickets are $50 per person: click here to reserve your tickets now.

NJ ABC Permit number: 120846

Wednesday, September 11th, 6pm-7:30pm

Join us for a fun evening of art on the second Wednesday of each month! 
September's painting: Sunflowers

Join us next month on Wednesday, October 9 for a spooky haunted house paint night.

For grades 6-12. Space is limited & registration is required.

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

**Wear something you wouldn't mind if paint got on... we're using acrylic paint and it won't come out in the wash**

Join us After Hours at the Glen Rock Public Library for a concert on the library's front lawn (please bring your own lawn chair) with The Hambones: A Bob Dylan Retrospective.

Weather note: In the event of inclement weather, we will move the concert indoors (and chairs will be provided inside). We will notify you the day before the event with a reminder, and  let you know if the concert will be held inside or outside. 

Please register to reserve your seat here with LibCal. When the event is full, PLEASE JOIN THE WAIT LIST! If the event is indoors, the first 100 registrants will be admitted. If outdoors, there is no waiting list, and all are welcome! Everyone registered will receive reminder notifications and weather updates before the concert.

The library is open after hours for this concert only.

This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Sunday, September 8th at 2:00-4:00 PM

The Friends of the Glen Rock Public Library are proud to present the artwork of Michael Gabriele; an exhibition of his landscape and still life pastels. Join us for the opening reception on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2-4 p.m. The reception is free and open to the public. In addition to his work as an artist, Gabriele has written five books on New Jersey history, and will give a presentation at the GRPL on Sept. 19, 7 to 8:30 p.m., on “Colonial Taverns of New Jersey.”

The Gallery at the Glen Rock Public Library is supported and sponsored by The Friends of the Glen Rock Public Library.

No registration required.

Thursday, August 15 at 7:00 PM

Back by popular demand, Heather Corey will instruct a hands-on class and invite students to explore color and experiment with painting on canvas. Beginner students will learn step-by-step how to obtain the basic skills of color mixing and painting on canvas, and intermediate/advanced students will have the opportunity to hone their skills and create three dimensional qualities in their paintings. With an emphasis on light, students will bring their paintings to life by combining various colors, tinting (adding white) and painting shadows. Participants are encouraged to bring their own paintings or start anew. All materials will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own. Class will end with a brief critique. Create together and meet new people!

Glen Rock Public Library cardholders will have priority in registration. Limited to 15 participants.

Registration opens July 15. Register here with LibCal.

This event is kindly sponsored by our Friends of the Library.

This week we'll decorate the balloons. 

Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to join us on Wednesday mornings at 11am for a different maker project each week. 

For grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required.

Register online through LibCal: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12496983

8/14 - Hot Air Balloon (part 2)

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

All teen summer programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Tuesday, August 13th, 2pm-4pm
Mountain Scene

Join us each week this summer on Tuesdays at 2pm for an afternoon of art!

For teens entering grades 6-12. Space is limited & registration is required. Register online: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12496849

All teen summer programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

**Wear something you wouldn't mind if paint got on... we're using acrylic paint and it won't come out in the wash**

Afternoon Art Project Schedule:

8/13 - Mountain scene

Play BINGO, win prizes!

For grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required.

Register online through LibCal: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12624136

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

All teen summer programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Thursday, August 8, 5:30pm

Teen chefs will form teams and battle it out to compete in a food challenge! Awards will be determined at the end of the program and everyone can eat their masterpieces.

For grades 6-12. Registration Required. Priority will be given to Glen Rock residents. Out of town residents will be placed on a wait list and notified if space becomes available.

Register online: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12559486

All teen summer programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to join us on Thursday afternoons at 2pm for a different STEM project each week. 

For grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required.

Register online through LibCal: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12624095

8/8 - DIY mechanical cardboard robot

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

All teen summer programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

We'll use balloons, newspaper, and glue to create hot air balloons this week. Next week, after the balloons have dried, we'll decorate the balloons. 

Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to join us on Wednesday mornings at 11am for a different maker project each week. 

For grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required.

Register online through LibCal: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12496982

8/7 - Hot Air Balloon (part 1)
8/14 - Hot Air Balloon (part 2)

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

All teen summer programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Tuesday, August 6th, 2pm-4pm
Hot Air Balloon

Join us each week this summer on Tuesdays at 2pm for an afternoon of art!

For teens entering grades 6-12. Space is limited & registration is required. Register online: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12496848

All teen summer programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

**Wear something you wouldn't mind if paint got on... we're using acrylic paint and it won't come out in the wash**

Afternoon Art Project Schedule:

8/6 - Hot air balloon
8/13 - Mountain scene

This week is Tie Dye! Bring your own plain white t-shirt, we'll supply the dyes. 

Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to join us on Wednesday mornings at 11am for a different maker project each week. 

For grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required.

Register online through LibCal: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12496981

7/31 - Tie Dye
8/7 - Hot Air Balloon (part 1)
8/14 - Hot Air Balloon (part 2)

Questions? Email kristen.rasczyk@glenrock.bccls.org

All teen summer programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

Tuesday, July 30th, 2pm-4pm
Forest

Join us each week this summer on Tuesdays at 2pm for an afternoon of art!

For teens entering grades 6-12. Space is limited & registration is required. Register online: https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12496847

All teen summer programs are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library.

**Wear something you wouldn't mind if paint got on... we're using acrylic paint and it won't come out in the wash**

Afternoon Art Project Schedule:

7/30 - Forest
8/6 - Hot air balloon
8/13 - Mountain scene