HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Unattended Children Policy The Waldwick Public Library welcomes children all ages to use and enjoy the facilities, collections and programs offered by the Library in a safe and comfortable environment. Service to children is an important facet of the Library’s mission.Of paramount importance is the safety and well-being of children as well as adults who visit the Library. As such, children are expected to adhere to the same standards of conduct expected from adults. Parents, guardians, caregivers or designatedchaperones are responsible for the behavior of their children while in the Library.Children under the age of ten(10)may not be left alone on the Library premises without the supervision of a parent, guardian, caregiver or designatedchaperoneage sixteen (16) and above. The Library staff is not authorized to act in place of parents, guardians or caregivers and cannot adequately monitor unattended children. Unaccompanied children over the age of ten who are disruptive will be asked to leave the library. If it is determined that a child cannot safely leave the library to return home on his or her own, staff will permit the child to call a parent, guardian, caregiver or designated chaperone. If no parent, guardian, caregiver or designated chaperone can be contacted, Library staff will allow the child to remain at the Library until the responsible adult can be contacted.Action regarding an unattended child under age ten (10) years, including contacting the police, social services, or another agency, will be taken when his/her health or safety become an issue or there is disruptive behavior in violation of the patron Code of Conduct.Children who have not been picked up at closing time will be given the opportunity to call a parent, guardian, caregiver or designated chaperone and two(2)staff members will wait inside the vestibule with the child.Children who have not been picked up within fifteen minutes after closing will be left in the care of the Waldwick Police Department. Under no circumstances will staff transport children in a vehicle or accompany them home. Approved By Board of Trustees 11/18/15

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Friends of the Waldwick LibraryHome Delivery Policy Friends of the Waldwick Library’s home delivery program brings library materials to residents of Waldwickwith valid library cards,who are unable to leave their home due to illness, disability, or other qualifying circumstance. Each request for service is assessed on a case-by-case basis.The guidelines for this program are as follows: 1.WaldwickLibrarywill loana variety of print and non-print materials including books, large print books, audio books, music CDs, movies or magazines to Waldwick residents throughthis service.The Library has the right to restrict the format and any titles requested based on availability. 2. Loan periods for materials are the same as for other users. Renewals will be allowed for WaldwickLibraryitemsthat are not on hold for someone else and are not from new collections. Renewals will be allowed on books borrowed from other libraries in accordance with the owning library’s lending policies. 3. Because recipients of this service receive and return library materials based upon the homedelivery schedule, no overdue fines will be chargedif items are returned within 2days of their due date. However, participants are responsible forall items checked out on their library cards and will be charged a fee for any lost or damaged items. 4.Home delivery patronsmay choose their own books, music, and movies if they wish. Using the online catalog, patrons can order materials online or call in their requests andthey will be ordered. For those with internet access, downloadable content is available at all times. 5. Patrons receiving homebound services must provide a safe and appropriate environment for volunteers. Sidewalks must be clear of ice, snow and other dangerous environmental elements. Pets must be kept under control and pose no danger of interaction with the volunteer. 6. Home Delivery volunteers are not allowed to “visit” with those requesting materials. Volunteers are scheduled to pick-up and deliver materials and timely completion of their task is noted by library staff. 7. If at any point a volunteer deems delivery or pick-up of materials unsafe, delivery will be postponed. To Schedule delivery or pick-up please call the circulation desk at 201-652-5104. Approved By Friends of the Waldwick Library on November 23, 2015

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Applicants 16 and 17 years of age. Applicants who are 16 and 17 years of age must fill out a DS11 form and apply in person. You must submit one of the following. Your evidence must be an original or certified, physical copy. Photocopies and notarized copies are not acceptable. Fully-valid, undamaged U.S. passport (may be expired) U.S. birth certificate that meets the following requirements: Issued by the city, county, or state of birth Lists your full name, date of birth, and place of birth Lists your parent(s)' full names Has the date filed with registrar's office (must be within one year of birth) Has the registrar's signature Has the seal of the issuing authority Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth Certificate of Naturalization Certificate of Citizenship Show Parental Awareness If you have your own current identification document (ID), you may apply for a passport. You must show at least one parent or guardian knows that you are applying for a passport. Your passport application may be denied if we have received written objection from one of your parents or legal guardians. For more information, please see Children's Passport Issuance Alert Program . How to Show Parental Awareness: A parent or legal guardian appearing with you in person when you apply for your passport. The agent or employee accepting the application will ask your parent or legal guardian to sign Form DS-11. Bring a photocopy of that parent or guardian's ID. A signed, notarized statement consenting to issuance of a passport from at least one parent or legal guardian. The statement should be accompanied by a photocopy of that parent or guardian's ID. Present ID You (or your parent/guardian) must present one of the following IDs to the acceptance agent. In-state, fully-valid driver's license Fully-valid, undamaged U.S. passport (may be expired) Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship (if the photo is still looks like you) Government employee ID (city, county, state or federal) U.S. military ID or military dependent ID Valid foreign passport Matricula Consular (Mexican Consular Identification, commonly used by the parent of a U.S. citizen child applicant) Click here for more information from the United States Department of State.

Resume Reboot HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Create a resume employers will notice. Whether you are making a career change, new to the job market or planning to return after a hiatus, write your resume and our resume expert will suggest effective and marketable changes. This service is offered free of charge to Waldwick residents only. Appointments are necessary. Please call 201-652-5104 for more information.

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Children's Programs HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Fall 2024 Programs Registration begins at 10:00AM on September 23. The links will not work until that time. If, once registration begins, a class is full, please email Ms. Jenn at jennifer.kellymaloney@waldwick.bccls.org to be added to the waitlist. Lapsit, Ages 0-18 months, 10:30 Runs Mondays 10/7-12/9, no class 10/14, 11/4 Gentle fun for your littlest one! A short mix of songs, movement, toys and books to enjoy with your baby. This is a weekly series class, by signing up for the first class, you are registered for all of the classes. Please call to inquire about space. Music and Movement, Ages 18-36 months, 10:30 Runs Tuesdays 10/8-23/10, no class 11/5 Dance and movement activities including parachute time, with stories in between. This is a weekly series class, by signing up for the first class, you are registered for all of the classes. Please call to inquire about space. Let’s Do, Ages 4 and up, 3:30 Runs Tuesdays 10/8-12/10, no class 11/5 Lego, Playdough, STEM, crafts, games and more. This is a weekly series class, by signing up for the first class, you are registered for all of the classes. We will be cooking at some sessions, so please let Ms. Jenn know if your child has a food allergy. Please call to inquire about space. Art Start, Ages 2-3, 10:30 Runs Wednesdays 10/9-12/11, no class 11/6 An art experience class perfect for little hands. Each class will involve a story and a chance to make a project using different types of materials. This is a series class, by signing up for the first class, you are registered for all of the sessions. Please call to inquire about space. Pumpkin Painting, Ages 3 and up, 3:30 Monday 10/28 Paint a holiday pumpkin to decorate your home for Halloween. https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/pumpkin-painting Day of the Dead Celebration, ages 3 and up, 3:30 Thursday, 10/24 Join Ms. Raquel to learn about and celebrate this exciting Mexican holiday! https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/day-of-the-dead Family Trivia Night, Ages 5 and up, family team with parent, 6:00 Thursday 11/7 Test your trivia knowledge against other Waldwick families for fun and prizes! https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/family-trivia-night Read to a Dog, Family, various times Saturdays 10/12, 11/23 and 12/14 Come practice your reading with a certified therapy dog. For children not yet ready to read it is fine if the parent does the reading. We do ask that all attendees are respectful of our K-9 participants. 11/23 10:30 https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/read-to-a-dog-549676531 11/23 10:45 https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/read-to-a-dog-1640129850 11/23 11:00 https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/read-to-a-dog-1913307390 11/23 11:15 https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/read-to-a-dog-70520073 12/14 10:30 https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/read-to-a-dog-292027451 12/14 10:45 https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/read-to-a-dog-2036571049 12/14 11:00 https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/read-to-a-dog-2038175051 12/12 11:15 https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/read-to-a-dog-1225050060 Everyone Loves Leftovers, Ages 3 and up, 3:30 Saturday, 10/12 All of our leftover crafts from our closet will be out and ready for you to make! Supplies of each craft will be limited and available on a first come, first served basis. https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/everyone-loves-leftovers Costume Exchange, Family, 10:00-12:00 Saturday, 10/19 Stop by and find a Halloween costume or some fun items for your dress up box! *****Donated costumes accepted from 9/23-10/17.***** No registration required! Fall STEAM, Grades 2-5, 3:30 Saturday, 10/19 Orange slime, self-inflating ghosts, static bats and flying pumpkins! Come join the fun! https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/waldwicklibrary/fall-steam

Meditation HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Intro to Mindfulness & Meditation-No Registration Required Last Tuesday of each month 7:00 pm Mark Van Buren, author and certified yoga/meditation instructor will lead classes introducing students to the positive benefits of mindfulness and meditation which include lower stress levels, improved focus and better overall well-being. Visit Mark Van Buren’s website at www.authormarkvanburen.com

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Teen Volunteering At this time the program is currently open to tweens and teens in grades 6-college. If you would like to volunteer, please email jennifer.kellymaloney@waldwick.bccls.org with the subject line teen volunteering. In the body of the email please include your full name, age , grade and school. Please do not use a Waldwick schools email, as the system will not allow me to send you the Sign-Up Genius sign-up link. Please review the following guidelines before registering for the volunteer program: Teen Volunteer Guidelines, updated 8/2023 V olunteering is a responsibility. All volunteers need to commit to the slots they sign up for. The children you are volunteering with are counting on you and other volunteers are waiting for open spots. All volunteers should contact Ms. Jenn in a timely manner if they need to cancel a shift. Repeated missing of your shifts will result in your removal from the volunteer program. You must sign in and out with your name and the starting and ending time for your shift. If you neglect to do so, you will not receive credit for the hours you have worked. Volunteers should not bring additional friends or children to their shift with them, numbers at certain programs may be limited. Volunteer Duties may include, but are not limited to: Set up and clean up for programs. Helping with programs. Please be prepared to participate! Demonstrate program activities to children. Checking program registration and situating registered latecomers. Preparing materials for future programs and events.

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Mah Jongg Meet Up 2nd & 4th Friday of the month Mah jongg enthusiasts of all skill levels are invited to gather at the Waldwick Library on the second and fourth Friday of every month at 1:00 pm to play mah jongg. The sessions are open ended and participants can play as many or as few games as they want. Players with mah jongg sets are encouraged to bring them as the library has a limited number to loan. This program is free, ongoing and open to players from all communities. For more information call 201-652-5104

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS PASSPORT INFORMATION More... Digital Wall Street Journal Access Waldwick library cardholders access The Wall Street Journal from anywhere! Enter your Waldwick library card number below then click submit to create your account and start using wsj.com immediately. You must click submit for access after entering your card number! Your access will be available for the next 3 days. After 3 days, simply come back, reenter your card number, and login as an existing user with the username and password you created. Submit You are not permitted to share the sign-on credentials with any other person whatsoever. Any violation of this clause will result in Dow Jones terminating access for the library. Please be mindful of this so everyone can enjoy digital access to The Wall Street Journal. This platform is supported in full or in part with funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the New Jersey State Library, award number LS-250226-OLS-21.