Garfield Public Library — Garfield, NJ | Hours & Info
🏢 BCCLS Member Library · Garfield, New Jersey
Garfield Public Library
Garfield Public Library on Midland Avenue is the cultural and informational heart of this densely diverse city in Bergen County, providing free access to books, digital resources, and community programs for a multilingual population. Director Jeff Cupo's philosophy — 'We will never charge for them' — reflects a commitment to truly free public service for every resident.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 500 Midland Avenue, Garfield, NJ 07026
Phone: (973) 478-3800
Website: garfieldnjbccls.org
Plus Code: 87G7VVJX+7G (Garfield, NJ)
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📖 About Garfield Public Library
A member of the Bergen County Cooperative Library System (BCCLS), Garfield Public Library gives cardholders access to a shared catalog of nearly a million items across more than 70 member libraries in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Passaic counties. The library at 500 Midland Avenue serves Garfield's notably multicultural community — the city has significant Polish, Macedonian, Arabic, Spanish, and Italian-speaking populations, and the library's website is navigable in all five languages. Programs span storytimes and the Kids Summer Reading Program for children, a Teen Advisory Board and Dungeons & Dragons nights for teens, and craft workshops, yoga, book clubs, film matinees, and genealogy via Ancestry Library Edition for adults. Digital services include Libby/OverDrive eBooks, Hoopla streaming, and Mango Languages.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Member of BCCLS — one shared card unlocks 70+ libraries in 4 NJ counties
- Website available in English, Polish, Macedonian, Arabic, Italian, and Spanish
- Free access to Ancestry Library Edition for genealogy research
- Teen Advisory Board, Dungeons & Dragons, and LEGO Club programs
- After-school computer help and free digital literacy assistance
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Cardholders enjoy free digital access through JerseyClicks, New Jersey's statewide library portal.
📚 Services
- Free library cards for NJ residents
- BCCLS shared catalog — borrow from 70+ member libraries
- Public computers and free Wi-Fi
- Printing, copying, and scanning
- Interlibrary loan
- Multilingual staff assistance (Polish, Macedonian, Arabic, Spanish, Italian)
🎸 Programs
- Kids Summer Reading Program
- Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
- LEGO Club for children
- Dungeons & Dragons character creation and campaigns
- Graphic Novel Book Club
- Monday Matinee film screenings
- Chair Yoga for adults
- Fall and seasonal adult craft workshops
- Tech Assistance Drop-In Hour
📍 Nearby Libraries in Bergen & Passaic Counties
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Garfield Public Library offer materials in languages other than English?
Yes. The library website is available in Polish, Macedonian, Arabic, Italian, and Spanish, reflecting Garfield's diverse community. Staff members assist patrons in multiple languages, and the collection includes foreign-language materials. Call (973) 478-3800 to ask about specific language holdings.
What digital resources can I access with a Garfield Public Library card?
Your BCCLS card unlocks Libby (eBooks and audiobooks), hoopla (streaming movies, TV, music, and comics), Mango Languages (language learning), and Ancestry Library Edition (genealogy databases). Access is free and available 24/7 at garfieldnjbccls.org.
Can I use my Garfield card at other libraries in New Jersey?
Yes. As a BCCLS member library, your card works at all 70+ libraries in the Bergen County Cooperative Library System, giving you access to a shared catalog spanning Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Passaic counties. You can also place holds online and pick up at any member location.
What youth and teen programs does the library run?
For children there is a summer reading program, ABC Mouse digital literacy access, and LEGO Club. Teens can join the Teen Advisory Board, participate in Dungeons & Dragons sessions (character creation through full campaigns), and attend the Graphic Novel Book Club. Schedules are posted at garfieldnjbccls.org.
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