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The Pinterest Junkie Group - A M3 Program

If you love scrolling through Pinterest and pinning crafts and projects, this is the group for you!

Once a month, The Pinterest Junkie Group will meet and complete a project that is popular on Pinterest. Every month will be something new and exciting to create.

We will provide the supplies and equipment from our Makerspace (M3); all you have to do is come and fun have and meet new friends!

Monday September 26, 2016 - 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

LEGO Club For All Ages @ Lake Hiawatha!

Thursday September 29 4:00 – 4:45pm
Drop in to make a small LEGO creation using our bricks. Your masterpiece will be on display on our bulletin board all month long! No Registration Required

New Friends of the Library Fundraiser

The next time you shop online with Amazon.com, go to smile.amazon.com, a program that dobnates a portion of your sale to the charity of your choice. Just select Friends of the Parsippany Library as your charitable organization and a portion of your sales will go to our organization.

Books and Brews!

Join other book lovers in our new, no-pressure book club!

Meet us at Applebee’s! Chat about what you’ve been reading and listen to recommendations from other readers. There are no assigned books; just come and share your latest reads! We’ll talk books from 6-7 and mingle from 7-8.

1^st Tuesday of the Month 6-8pm @Applebee’s on Rt. 46

For more information email books&brews@parsippanylibrary.org

Roald Dahl Movie Celebration :

The Witches

Saturday October 8, 2016 2:00 PM @ Lake Hiawatha

Wednesday October 12, 2016 3:30 PM @ the Main Library

In this adaptation of Roald Dahl's novel The Witches, a young boy is vacationing at the seaside with his grandmother when he discovers that the hotel he is staying at is hosting a convention of witches. Eavesdropping on the witches, he learns that the Grand High Witch (Anjelica Huston) has devised a plan to turn all of the children in England into mice.This film is rated PG. Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Zumba for Kids @ Lake HIawatha!

For ages 5 -11 Every Wednesday in October 7:00 – 7:45pm

Grab your sneakers, and get ready to dance and shake to energetic music! A $5 refundable deposit is required. The $5 will be returned when you attend the program. In-Person Registration Required. Registration for October 5 starts 9/21; for October 12 starts 9/28; for October 19 starts 10/5; for October 26 starts 10/12.

Speaking with Spirit @ the Main Library

September 20, Tuesday 7-8:30
By popular demand, Rose Marie Rubinetti Cappiello, author of 'Speaking From Spirit' will return to Parsippany Library. Ro will discuss what a medium is and how she became one. She will also demonstrate her ability to connect audience members with loved ones who have passed.
Preregister by Monday, September 19 at www.parsippanylibrary.org or #973-887-5150
ext. 209

Meet the Author - Audrey Vernick

@ the Main Library

Thursday October 6, 2016 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Children's book author Audrey Vernick will talk about creating her stories and becoming an author. Ms. Vernick's books will be available for purchase after the presentation. Her books include First Grade Dropout, Is Your Buffalo Ready for Kindergarten?, Brothers at Bat, and Two Naomis. This event is recommended for children age five and older and their families.

This author presentation is sponsored by the Elaine L. Galliker Memorial Fund.

Registration is suggested.

Friends of the Library Book Sale @ The Main Library!

We have a limited time only “Fabulous Fiction” sale at the Main Library on Halsey Road starting this Friday – 09/16/16!

There will plenty of new adventures available along with some old favorites – Hard Covers are priced at $1., All Paperbacks $.50. In addition there will also be a limited selection of CD’s priced at $1 each. Be sure to shop early for the Best Selections as we will not be restocking the tables for this sale!

Friday Night Film- Ghostbusters (2016)

Friday October 21, 2016 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Who You Gonna Call?

Following a ghost invasion of Manhattan, paranormal enthusiasts Erin Gilbert and Abby Yates, nuclear engineer Jillian Holtzmann, and subway worker Patty Tolan band together to stop the otherworldly threat.

Rated PG13 and runs 2hrs

Movies start at 7pm.

Doors Open at 6:30pm and close at 7:30pm.

Vibrant Papua New Guinea: An Adventure Travelogue @ the Main Library!

Tuesday September 27, 2016 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Adventure Traveler and Expert Photographer Alan Levin will show us a glimpse of one of the most unique countries in the world, Papua New Guinea. Dr. Levin will show us tribal ceremonies and daily life, pristine beaches, coral reefs and much more. Mr. Levin states, 'this trip is the pinnacle of my 45 years as an adventure photographer.'

Weekly storytimes @ Lake Hiawatha!!

We have one for each preschool age group!

Begins the week of September 19^th.

Mondays from 11 – 11:45am = for children who are 2 – 3 years old

Tuesdays from 11 – 11:45am = for children who are ages 3 & up (preschoolers only)

**Wednesdays from 10:30 – 10:30am = crawlers (children who are NOT walking yet)

**Wednesdays from 11:15 – 11:45am = walkers (children who are UNDER 2 and walking)

**please respect that this is the only program for children under age 2. Please attend program that corresponds to your child’s age only.

Chinese Zodiac Craft: Mouse Pencil Holder Craft @ the Main Library

Saturday September 24, 2016 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

Make a special pencil holder. For ages 5 and older. Registration is required and will begin on August 17 at 9am.

Art Workshop for Teens @ Lake Hiawatha

(Grades 6-12)

Thursday, October 20th, 7 pm

Teens are invited to join us every third Thursday of the month at the Lake Hiawatha Branch for a fun and interactive art workshop. Each month local artist Kayla Dailey will introduce a new topic and demonstrate different techniques for creating beautiful art!

For students in grades 6-12. Registration is required. Future dates: October 20, 7 pm; November 17, 7 pm; December 15, 7 pm.

Teen Tech Time @ the Main Library

(Grades 6-12)

Wednesday, September 28, 3-5 pm

Need extra computer time? Want to play games like Minecraft and Block Miner with your friends? Every fourth Wednesday of the month the tech lab is teen only for two hours. No registration is required. For students in grades 6-12. Seating is first come, first served. There is a 1-hour limit when others are waiting. Future dates: October 26, 3-5 pm; November 23, 1-3 pm; December 28, 10 am -12 pm.

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!