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ZOOM-ba for Kids!
June 17th
8:15pm
Join our instructor Andrea on Zoom to learn some fun Zumba moves! ZOOM-ba for Kids will run every other Wednesday from June-August, starting on June 17th. Class will go from 7:15pm-8:00pm. Comfortable clothes and sneakers are recommended. Recommended for children ages 5 and older. Parents are welcome to join in the fun, too!
To get the link for the June 17 class, please email rose.schulman@parsippanylibrary.org.
Virtual Children’s Programs at the Parsippany Library System
Week of June 15-June 20, 2020
Spin The Wheel Challenge - Spin the "What Should I do today?" wheel on our Facebook page each day this week to do a fun activity each day. We challenge all family members to join in and spin too!
Passive Program- Facebook Poll- Which would you rather bring to a picnic-a watermelon or cookies? We will be taking your answers beginning Monday, June 15th-Friday, June 19th. Miss Jen will post winner of the poll Saturday, June 20th.
Froggy Storytime and Craft- Tuesday, June 16th at 10 am on Facebook.
Listen to stories about funny frogs and watch as Miss Jen shows you how to make a simple frog craft using paper, scissors and glue. All ages are welcome to join the fun.
Pigeon Storytime – Tuesday, June 16 at 2 pm. Miss Rose will share her favorite stories by Mo Willems featuring The Pigeon and show a simple craft you can make at home.
Government For Grades 6-8: Tuesday, June 16 at 4:30 p.m. We challenge you to watch this interactive video and see how much you know in a trivia game and see how much knowledge you gain! This video has been created by our teen volunteers.
The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, and the Cool Bean Storytime - Tuesday, June 16 at 7:00 p.m. - Join Miss Kristen as she reads three of Jory John's eggcellent books.
Wiggle and Bounce Storytime Wednesday, June 17 at 11 am. Mrs. O will share stories by Doreen Cronin. We will definitely shake our sillies out during this program!
Fitness Fun with Miss Karen - Wednesday, June 17 at 2:00 p.m. Grab your sneakers and water bottles! Miss Karen will have you moving and shaking with this fun aerobic routine.
June 18 - STEAM Thursday with Miss. Corinne - Tissue Paper Painting - learn how to paint using any color tissue paper you have at home for a beautiful picture to display.
Elephant and Piggie Fun – Thursday, June 18 at 2 pm. Join Miss Rose on Zoom to listen to stories about Elephant and Piggie and participate in fun activities. You will need paper and crayons or markers for this activity. Email rose.schulman@parsippanylibrary.org to get the link.
Father's Day Pajama Storytime - Thursday, June 18 at 7:00 p.m. We celebrate all the adult men in our lives; whether they are dads, uncles, grandpas or other close family and friends, with fun stories, colorful interactive flannel board activities and a simple craft.
2020 Summer Reading Club at the Parsippany Library System
Join the club at
http://parsippanylibrary.readsquared.com/
Record the hours or minutes that you read from June 22 to August 22.
Preschoolers, elementary school students, and teens can join the club. The ten elementary schools in Parsippany will compete for a trophy based on the average number of hours each student reads.
You can read any type of book including audiobooks and ebooks. Preschoolers can count the minutes that someone reads to them.
Every child that reads for 36 hours will receive a goody bag with small prizes at the end of the summer.
Currently the children’s programs are held virtually. Access programs through the library’s Facebook page or at the library website at https://parsippanylibrary.org/resources/children/
Check out an ebook, https://parsippanylibrary.org/digital/ or view a book directly through Tumblebooks. You do not need a library card to view Tumblebooks but you will need a library card to download ebooks from the CloudLibrary.
Take home craft kits and activity packs will be available soon. Check the children’s programs page for details about age recommendations and how/where to pick up the craft kits.
Some good news! At the Main Library, 449 Halsey Road, our Wi-Fi signal has been increased. From the safety of your vehicle, in the parking lot of the library, you can social distance and still access the Library’s Free WiFi. The Wi-Fi signs on the building windows and in the parking lot will direct you to the best spot in ot to pick up a signal. Look for the signs on the right side of the parking lot, as your car is facing the building.
Our doors may be closed but we are still here for you!
Good news! Our Library book drops are now open! You can return your items at any time. Fines and fees have been waived until June 30th.
The library cannot accept book or media donations at this time. Due to current public health considerations, donations left at the Library will be quickly discarded.
Check out the Parsippany Library YouTube Channel
Click the link and enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT55L0jW0mzTTyv6NeBIZWw
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