The Libby App used to access eBooks and Audio Books from Overdrive will require usage of your Library Card PIN’s number starting October 26, 2026.
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Featured Events
Find events happening soon at the library.
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SewIt Clothes Making Workshop Returns
The SewIt Clothes Making Workshop returns this October! Teens and adults can learn to sew clothing and other projects in four hands-on sessions. Space is limited.
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Welcome to Library Chef
We’re excited to offer you access to LibraryChef — your go-to platform for adults to build kitchen skills, explore nutrition, and enjoy wellness programs, and for kids and teens to have fun with cooking classes!
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Baby Bookworms
Weekly storytime for children ages 0–2 and their caregivers. Join us Thursdays from 10:30–11:00 AM for books, music, and movement.
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Teen Guitars Plus
A weekly music group for teens ages 12 and up. Join us Wednesdays from 3:00–4:30 PM to play guitar and explore music together in the Teen Center.
Featured News
Stay up to date with library news and updates.
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PIN Now Requried for the Libby App to Access Overdrive.
PIN Now Requried for the Libby App to Access Overdrive to protect your account.
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Hoopla iOS Issues Resovled
Recent problems causing crashes while using our hoopla streaming music, video, ebook and audio book service have been resolved.
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YOEC: Youth Orchestra of Essex County Auditions
Youth Orchestra of Essex County is holding auditions for 2026. Open to instrumental music student grades 1-12.
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Congratulations Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Library group will receive a $10,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York, the foundation established by Andrew Carnegie.
Online Services
Use free digital resources anytime.
Practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses and exam preparation for professional development and school.
Enjoy instant access to ebooks and audiobooks from your library — no matter where you are.
Read comics, graphic novels, and manga online with ComicsPlus for children, teens, and adults.
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more for free from your local library with Libby, the library reading app.
About The Library
The Belleville Public Library has served the Township of Belleville, New Jersey, for more than 100 years.
The library is located on Washington Avenue, between Nutley and Newark and serves a diverse community of about 36,000 residents. It is less than 10 minutes from Branch Brook Park in Essex County.
The library offers programs and activities for children, teens, and adults. These programs support learning, creativity, and community life.
The collection includes about 36,000 books and other materials. These resources are available for reading, study, and lifelong learning.