Adult
Please contact reference@fairlawn.bccls.org or 201-796-3400, ext. 2 with any reference questions or questions about programs.
Special Programs
Concert: Richard Baratta Quintet
Sunday, October 25th
2pm
Richard Baratta has worn many hats over the decades; master drummer, Grammy nominee, film producer, musician, but his latest headwear takes us down a nostalgic road of classic rock and soul recordings from the mid to late 1960’s. Baratta returned to his original love, music, after a very successful 35 year career in the film business. With over 50 years of experience as a jazz drummer he enjoys the free flowing innovative sensibility that he applies to his work in the film industry.
Tea and Tarot for Beginners
Tuesday, October 27th
4:15pm
Have you ever wanted to impress your friends with the art of mystical tarot? Been curious about just how it all works? Come join Carolina for a fun tea time and tarot program just for teens and adults. We'll go over the deck, do a little demo, have some tea and then practice what we have learned with a deck that you will be able to use but not keep.
DIY Bedazzled Pumpkin Decorating For Adults
Tuesday, October 27th
6pm
Join Emiliana and decorate a beautiful bedazzled pumpkin for your home! Please bring in a medium or small pumpkin. It can be a real pumpkin, a foam or fabric pumpkin. The pumpkin can be any color you would like. The library will provide all other materials needed for this craft.
Please be considerate. Do not sign up for this program if you know you will not be able to come. This program is open to Fair Lawn adult residents and cardholders only.
Art Talk - Light Between Words: The Paintings of Bruce Williams in Conversation with Alexander Blok
Thursday, October 29th
6pm
Join Bruce Williams, Professor of Cultural Studies at William Paterson University for a showing of eight of his paintings and discussion of how abstract art intersects with the poetry of Alexander Blok and the Russian Silver Age.
Concert: Michael Rabinowitz
Sunday, November 1st
2-3:30pm
The Fair Lawn Public Library will present a trio of jazz musicians (bass, bassoon & piano ) each of whom have established themselves securely as consummate professionals in the music scene. This trio - Bassist Mark Peterson, Pianist Matt King, and Bassoonist Michael Rabinowitz will explore the works of Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, John Coltrane and original works. There will be a surprise guest clarinetist/saxophonist and there will be an interlude of Poulenc’s music in between the jazz.
Ongoing Programs
CHESS CLUB
1st Wednesday of the month @1pm
Join other Chess enthusiasts for this drop-in chess club on Level B to the left of the globe. This program is for adults, children may join in with adult supervision.
BOARD GAME CLUB
Wednesdays
7pm
Looking to play some games online with staff and patrons? Our Adult Board Game Club is now virtual and meets weekly. If you are an adult and are interested in playing, email Justin and he'll tell you more and send you an invitation to our meetings. We have played some party games, and even enjoyed a space-themed RPG.
OPEN STUDIO
Thursdays
7pm
Enjoy drawing a still life or (clothed) model with Em on Zoom. No drawing or artistic experience is necessary, and new members of all ages are always welcome. You will need a drawing pencil, pad of drawing paper, and eraser or any medium you feel comfortable with. Email Em if you would like to join the group and she will send you a Zoom link the day of the program.