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Come to the 10th Anniversary Gala!!

Everyone is invited to have fun while supporting a good cause... the Parsippany Library! Celebrate the Main Library building's 10th anniversary on Friday, November 4 from 7-9 p.m. at the Parsippany Library at 449 Halsey Rd.

This after-hours event is for adults aged 21 and older. Tickets cost $40 per person. It includes a talk and an autograph session by Kimberly McCreight, author of Reconstructing Amelia, Where they Found Her, and The Outliers. It also includes refreshments donated by Wegmans and Total Wine, music, and a silent art auction. Attire is dressy casual.

To purchase tickets online, go to parsippanylibrary.org/anniversary-gala/ and select a level.

All proceeds will go to providing Library programs to adults and children as well as equipment and materials.

Social permit number 41171

Mad Science Action Reaction @ Lake Hiawatha!

November 2 7:00-7:45pm Grades K – 2
Learn how and why reactions happen in science ! A $5 refundable deposit is required. The $5 will be
returned when you attend the program. In-Person Registration Required. Registration starts October 19.

New Friends of the Library Fundraiser

Dining out event on Tuesday, October 25 at Kafe Mozart! Stop by the Library and pick up a flier and then dine at Cafe Mozart on October 25th and a portion of the proceeds will go to suppoert the Friends of the Library!

        Cafe Mozart - 2900 Route 10 West
                                                                                                            Powder Mill Plaza West
                                                                                                   Parsippany, New Jersey 07950
                                                                                                                   973-998-7788

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 :

James and the Giant Peach

Friday November 11, 2016 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM@ the Main LibraryI

A young boy's discovery of a gigantic peach triggers an eventful journey across the sea in this strikingly designed and surprisingly twisted animated adventure. A live-action framing device establishes the dark yet fanciful mood one might expect from an adaptation of a Roald Dahl story, as young British lad James (Paul Terry) is orphaned by the death of his parents and forced to live with two cruel, repulsive aunts The visit of a mysterious stranger provides a means of escape, however, through a magic bag of 'crocodile tongues' that bring about the appearance of the giant peach.

Rated PG Children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Halloween Scavenger Hunt @ Lake Hiawatha

All Ages October 17 - 31
Stop by the library anytime we’re open during the last two weeks of October to participate in our special Halloween scavenger hunt for the chance to win a prize! No Registration Required.

Giving a Good Impressionism Art Lecture Series

@ the Main Library

Join us at the Parsippany Library for the Live Well, Age Smart series that is scheduled for four consecutive Friday afternoons (October 7 through October 28 at 2 pm), and refreshments are served. Images of Impressionist art from various settings and their influences will be examined at each lecture.

$25 inclusive tuition fee

Yoga for Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) @ the Main Library

Wednesday October 26, 2016 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Children ages 3-5 are invited to listen to a story and then try some fun and easy yoga poses with the help of a special yoga storytime instructor!

Registration is required for this activity and will begin on Wednesday, September 21 at 9am.

Friends of the Library Book Sale @ The Main Library!

UPCOMING MIXED MEDIA SALE !

AT THE MAIN LIBRARY ON HALSEY ROAD

4 DAYS ONLY!

FRIDAY 10/21, SATURDAY 10/22

SUNDAY 10/23, MONDAY 10/24

OVER 500 MUSICAL CD’S, DVD’S, AUDIO BOOKS TO CHOOSE FROM

ALL PRICED AT $1. EACH

ALL SALES SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE PARSIPPANY LIBRARY – ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE BENEFIT OF ALL 3 BRANCH LIBRARIES

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.

Presidential Scandals of the 20th Century @ the Main Library

Tuesday October 25, 20167:00 PM to 8:15 PM

Walter Choroszewski presents an overview of scandals linked to the American Presidents of the 20^th Century involving corruption, lies, abuse of power and personal infidelities. He will share stories of the eight most remembered in histories for their outrageous behaviors!

Registration is required. Adult content – age 18+

Please pre-register by Friday, October 21.

Chain Reaction Workshop @ Lake Hiawatha

Monday October 17 for Grades 3-5 & Thursday October 20 for Grades K-2 4:00-5:00pm

Use marble maze pieces, tubes, dominoes, and more to create your own chain reaction project. Please
attend the correct date for your age.
No Registration Required.

Makerclub (Grades 3 - 5) - STEM Halloween Building Challenge @ the Main Library!

Monday October 17, 2016 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Join us for a special Halloween makers challenge!

We will be using assorted Halloween candy to see what we can build!

Registration is required and is for children only in Grades 3 through 5.

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 (Grades 6-12) @ the Main Library

Wednesday, October 26, 3-5 pm

Main Library, Tech Center

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: 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!