HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Need articles for school? Want a recommendation for what to read next? Use the link below to access Explora, Novelist K-8 and Ebsco Primary Search. You will need to enter your library card and pin number to use the databases. If you do not know your pin number, please call the library at 201-652-5104 and speak to the circulation desk for help. ​ Databases for Kids - Magazines, Newspapers, & More! ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Renewing a Passport Any applicant with a 5 year passport must renew in person. Here for more info. Y ou can renew your passport by mail using a DS82 form if you answer yes to ALL 5 of the statements below 1. You have your passport to submit with your application 2. It's undamaged other than normal wear and tear 3. Was issued when you were age 16 or older 4. Was issued within the last 15 years 5. Was issued in your current name or you can document your name change If you answer no to any of these quesstions you must apply in person. Click here for more information from the U.S. Dept. of State

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS PASSPORT INFORMATION More... Third Friday Film The Third Friday Film takes place on the third Friday of each month and features a newly released film with positive critical reviews and mainstream popularity. Close captioning is used when available. ​ Light refreshments are served. ​ Next movie, Friday, June 16, 2:00 pm The Whale ​ ​ ​ S ​ ​

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

Book, Media, Puzzle & Game Donations Accepted HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... The Waldwick Library will gladly and gratefully accept book, media, puzzle and game donations. ​ Items that are donated are evaluated and if they can't be added to our collection, they are put into the book sale, the proceeds of which help to fund the purchase of new materials. ​ Donations should be in new or gently used condition, undamaged and free from yellowing, water stains and malodorous scents. Puzzles and games should have all their pieces. ​ We are happy to accept hard cover and paperback books for both adults and children, DVDS and music CDs. We ask that you bring no more than one shopping bag of materials at a time due to storage constraints. ​ We do not accept: ​ Textbooks Reader's Digest Condensed Books Manuals Encyclopedia Sets Out-of-Date Non-Fiction Books ​ Please do not leave items outside. They will get ruined and we will have to send them to the recycling center! ​ ​ ​

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Board of Trustees The Board of Trustees manages the affairs of the library on behalf of the citizens of the community. Trustees are charged with the responsibilites of establishing written policies, securing adequate funding for the library program, developing short- and long-range plans, and approving the annual budget. Meetings of the Board of Trustees are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the library. The public is cordially invited to attend. Dave Marino President 2024 Meeting Schedule Rick Vander Wende Vice President January 17 Bill Smithuysen Treasurer February 21 Jo Ann Mitchell Recording Secretary March 20 Anita Valencia Bozzo Trustee April 17 David Fytelson Trustee May 15 Ron Porto Trustee June 19 Tom Giordano Mayor September 18 Michele Weber, Council Pres. Mayor's Alternate October 16 Heather Del Piano Superintendent's Alt. November 20 December 18

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Code of Conduct ​ The Waldwick Public Library strives to provide the highest level of service to all library users. The following rules of behavior have been drafted to protect the rights of library users to enjoy a safe environment conducive to the use of library materials and services. Examples of disruptive or unacceptable behaviors include, but are not limited to: ​ Using a cell phone in the library. Eating, drinking, or bringing food or beverages into the library. Engaging in loud conversation, using offensive language or gestures, making noise, walking fast, running, pushing, fighting, staring at or following another person. Stealing, defacing, or misusing library materials, equipment, or facilities. Smoking, using tobacco products, striking matches, or lighting lighters. Misuse of restrooms; for example, shaving, bathing, or laundering clothes. Carrying a weapon into the library unless authorized by law. Bringing animals into the library except as necessary to assist a patron with a disability. Playing of audio equipment. Leaving a child who needs care (generally under the age of seven) in the library without adult supervision. Failing to wear proper attire, including shoes and shirt. Sleeping. Moving or misusing furniture; for example, sitting on work surfaces or putting feet on chairs or work surfaces. Skating and related activities such as use of scooters, inline skates, etc. Interfering with another person’s use of the library or with a library staff member’s performance of duties. Petitioning or distributing materials in the library. Participating in any illegal or prohibited activity. Library users who violate library rules and regulations shall be required to leave the premises and may lose library privileges and/or be subject to police intervention, including arrest. Adopted by the Library Board of Trustees Date: May 19, 2004

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Lost & Stolen Passports Report your physical U.S. passport lost or stolen immediately to protect yourself from identity theft. You can replace it now or later - it's up to you! ​ Records and IT systems do not connect to the records or systems of outside companies. No one can access records or obtain copies of a U.S. citizen’s records by using a passport number. ​ No one can travel internationally using only a U.S. passport number. Travelers must present an original, physical version of a U.S. passport book or U.S. passport card upon entering a foreign country and when returning to the United States from a foreign country. ​ The U.S. passport book and passport card are highly secure documents with numerous security features designed to prevent successful counterfeiting. ​ To replace a lost or stolen passport, you must fill out a DS11 form and apply in person. You can replace it now or later - it's up to you! ​ How to Report your Lost or Stolen Passport ​ Report your passport lost or stolen by using one of the 3 options below: Online: Click on the tool below, and navigate to the "Report Lost or Stolen" tab. ​ https://pptform.state.gov/ ​ Mail: Complete, sign, and mail Form DS-64 to the address on the form. ​ Phone: Call toll-free 1-877-487-2778 (TTY 1-888-874-7793 ). If you want to apply for a new passport, you'll have to also fill out the paper Form DS-64 to turn in with your application.

HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Name Changes The process to change your name on your passport varies depending on your situation. Please see the chart below to find the process that applies to you. ​ If .... You are requesting the change less than one year after your passport was issued ​ Then.. Please submit the following by mail: Form DS-5504 Your most recent U.S. passport Your original or certified name change document, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order One color passport photo Please note: You will not have to submit any fees unless you request Expedited Service . You must send Form DS-5504 and supporting documents via USPS. UPS, FedEx, DHL, and other companies cannot deliver to the PO Box addresses listed on Form DS-5504. ​ You may be eligible to renew your passport by mail using Form DS-82. If you are eligible to use Form DS-82*, please submit the following by mail: Form DS-82 Your most recent U.S. passport Your original or certified name change document, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order One color passport photo Adult Renewal Applicant fees or Child Applicant fees , depending on your age Please note: you must send Form DS-82 and supporting documents using USPS. UPS, FedEx, DHL, and other companies cannot deliver to the PO Box addresses listed on Form DS-82. ​ If... You are requesting the change more than one year after your passport was issued, ​ Then... If you are not eligible to renew your passport by mail using Form DS-82, you should apply in-person . Please submit the following: Form DS-11 Your evidence of U.S. citizenship and photocopy of that evidence Your original or certified name change document, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order (no photocopies or notarized copies) Valid ID and photocopy of that ID One color passport photo Adult First-Time Applicant fees or Child Applicant fees , depending on your age Please note: You do not need to submit proof of the name change if your name has changed due to marriage and you present an ID issued in your new name. You must include the details of the marriage in the appropriate section on Form DS-11. If... You are already using a different name but cannot document the change with a court order, divorce decree, or marriage certificate ​​ Then... Submit the following in person at an acceptance facility or a passport agency (restrictions apply): Form DS-11 Your evidence of U.S. citizenship Valid ID issued in the name you are currently using and photocopy of that ID One color passport photo Adult First-Time Applicant fees or Child Applicant fees , depending on your age Please note: you may need to submit Form DS-60: Affadavit Regarding a Change of Name when the name you use is significantly different than the name on your evidence of U.S. citizenship, or your new name cannot be documented by a court order or through marriage. This form must be completed by two people who have known you by both names. You must also submit three certified or original public records that show you have used the new name for 5 years or more.

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HOME ABOUT eLIBRARY YOUTH SERVICES ADULTS More... Waldwick LibraryNotary Public Policy The Waldwick Public Library offers Notary services for the benefit of the community. Although there are multiple notaries on staff, they are not always available and it is strongly suggested patrons call ahead (201-652-5104) to be sure a notary is available at the desired time. The Library does not provide witnesses for persons having documents notarized. Signers must bring their own witnesses at time of signing. The following guidelines will be observed in the provision of Notary service: Library Notaries are scheduled during library hours of operation. Notary service is not available during the20 minutes before closingDONOTSIGNthedocumentbeforecomingtotheLibrary. In-person signing of the document must take place in the presence of the NotaryThe person whose signature is being notarized must present identification. A valid (government issued) photo ID with a signature must be presented: acurrent driver’s license, county ID, or passport is recommendedA Notary Journal of all notarial acts performed in this Library will be maintained as a public recordNotaries many not notarize blank formsDocuments must be clearly understood by the Notary. Documents in any language other than English will not be notarized at the LibraryIn accordance with New Jersey NotarialLaw, Notaries will not provide service if the patron, document, or circumstances of the request forNotary service raise any issueof authenticity, ambiguity, doubt, or uncertainty for the Library. In the event, Notaries may, at their sole discretion, decline to provide Notary serviceNew Jersey notaries cannot certify copies of public documents such as birth certificates, marriage certificates or death certificates. They can instead administer an oath to the “document custodian” affirming that the attached document is a correct copy of the originalNotaries cannot provide legal advice or counseling regarding documents.Notary service is provided free of charge to Waldwick residents. For those living outside of Waldwick, the fee is $2.50 per Notary signature. Approved by the Board of Trustees January 18, 2017