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Summer Reading Kicks Off at the Parsippany Libraries on June 27.

Get Ready, Get Set… READ!; Get in the Game… READ; Exercise Your Mind… READ!

Visit any of our branches on June 27 to sign up by picking up your program booklet, or visit our webpage www.parsippanylibrary.org to view all of our terrific programs and events.

We are offering opportunities to win some great prizes that have been donated by many local businesses by:

Participating in reading challenges for all ages, checking out materials, and attending our wonderful exciting programs.

There is something for everyone!

Spend your summer reading, learning and having fun!

Minion Party @ Lake Hiawatha!!

Wednesday July 6 from 3 – 4:00pm

For students entering grades K – 2

Who loves the Minions? Join us for a short Minions story, games, puzzles and more fun!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration starts 6/22.

Itty Bitty Bop @ the Main Library!!

Monday July 18, 2016 10:00 AM o 10:30 AM

Baby Music and Dance Program

(Ages birth-3 years old)

Babies and their caregivers dance to some fun tunes at this program. Dance with scarves, shakers, instruments and more.

Registration is not required.

Is New Jersey Ready for Death With Dignity? @ the Main Library

Tuesday June 28, 20161:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Ethan Anderson, NJ Representative for Compassion and Choice will explain the requirements to utilize the end-of-life choice of Death With Dignity. Mr. Anderson will update us on the public opinion/legal status on this law which offers the Death With Dignity choice to terminally ill individuals in states.

Individuals attending this program are invited to attend the Death Cafe, an informal conversation about death and how to make the most of the time we have left. The Death Cafe meets immediately after this program. You do not have to register separately for the Cafe.

Family Movie Matinee:

Zootopia @ the Main Library!

Monday July 11, 2016 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

In a city inhabited by anthropomorphic animals who have abandoned traditional predator/prey roles in favor of civilized coexistence, uptight rabbit police officer Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) is forced to work with charismatic fox con artist Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) to crack a major case involving the mysterious disappearance of some carnivorous citizens. But when a few of the missing critters reappear, having reverted to pre-enlightenment savagery, it exposes existing anti-carnivore prejudice among the city's herbivores that threatens to damage the fabric of their diverse metropolis.

Rise and Shine Story Time @ Mount Tabor Library!

Birth to age four.

Thursdays

June 23.

10:00AM Before the library opens.

Join us for storytime with friends. We will listen to stories, sing songs, make a craft and play together If you have questions please call the library.

973-627-9508

Franklin Delano Roosevelt: An Arsenal for Democracy @ Lake Hiawatha

Tues, June 21 2-3:30 PM

This live one man depiction of FDR will take us back to
1940 and FDR's speech, "An Arsenal for Democracy",
which the U.S.'s involvement in the European war
war theater. Funded by NJ Council for the Humanities
Location: Lake Hiawatha Library, 68 Nokomis Avenue,
                                                  Lake Hiawatha, NJ
                                              Preregister by Monday, 6/20 at www.parsippanylibrary.org or
                                                      #973-335-0952.

In-beTween Book Scene (Grades 5, 6 and 7) @ Teen Central

Wednesday, July 20th, 7 pm

Come to the Tween Scene to read and discuss great books, do fun activities and enjoy a snack! Registration is required. Register once for all sessions.

Opera Goes to the Movies: A Quiz and Discussion @ the Main Library

Mon, June 27, 2-3:30 PM

Watch short clips of films and test your film/music IQ with fun
quizzes. Presenter Larry Rosendorf, music and theater afficionado will lead a lively discussion on why movie directors incorporated opera scenes into their films.
                                              Location: Parsippany Public Library, 449 Halsey Road,
   Parsippany, NJ
                                              Preregister by Friday, June 24 at www.parsippanylibrary.org
   or #973-887-5150 ext. 209

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE

Join us at the Main Library beginning on Saturday, June 4 through Saturday, June 25 for a $5 bag sale (bag will be provided). There will be a huge selection of fiction, non-fiction, mixed media, children’s, and much more!

Sciencetellers @ Lake Hiawatha!!

Thursday, July 7 from 7 – 8:00pm

ages 5 – 11

Join us on an epic, laughter-filled journey into the world of science, featuring tons of hands-on science experiments. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration starts 6/23

Action Contraptions @ Lake Hiawatha!!

Thursdays in July from 3 – 4:00pm

For students entering grades 3 – 5

Have fun with building catapults, mini go carts, chain reaction creations, and more! Compete to see whose can go the fastest and farthest! REGISTRATION REQUIRED EACH WEEK. Registration for July 7 starts 6/23; for July 14 starts 6/30; for July 21 starts 7/7; for July 28 starts 7/14.

Fabulous Fifties Game Afternoon @ Main Library!

Tuesday July 5, 2016 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM

For Ages 5-8. Celebrate the 1950s with popular activities from the decade including hopscotch and hula hoop. Play pin the hair on Elvis Presley. Registration is not required.

TAB Meeting (Grades 6-12) @ Teen Central

Monday, June 27th, 3 pm

The Teen Advisory Board is made up of teens who participate in and influence the functioning of the library. TAB is an open forum to have your voice heard. Stop by the Teen Center during a TAB meeting to see what it’s all about; and, if you’re interested, apply to join! Registration is not required.

We're looking for a few good Friends!

The Friends of the Parsippany Library is a 501C3 volunteer organization.

We are looking for a president; vice president; secretary and treasurer. Job descriptions can be found on the Library’s website. Essentially these officers attend monthly meetings ( at a time and day of the week agreed upon by the officers) ; solicit ideas and preside over the fundraising activities of the Friends; encourage involvement in the Book Nook and any other of the Friends fundraising activities. This is the perfect job for anyone who loves the Library and wishes to give back to the community!

Connect with us on Facebook and Twitter!

In addition to our main Twitter acount, @ParTroyLIbrary, our Teen and Children's Departments are now on Twitter. Check them out at @ParLibraryTeens and @ParTroyChildren

Also, check our Facebook page for lots of great updates!

The Parsippany-Troy Hills Library System offers many great programs for all ages. Check out our calendars to see the rest of our programs and sign up for one today!