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Main Library 449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054 (973)-887-5150
Lake Hiawatha 68 Nokomis Ave., Lake Hiawatha, NJ 07034 (973)-335-0952
Mount Tabor 31 Trinity Park, Mount Tabor, NJ 07878 (973)-627-9508
www.parsippanylibrary.org

  

 

 

 

 

The Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System will be closed on Wednesday, July 4th for Independence Day.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summer Reading has started!

 

Children and teens from birth to age 18 are encouraged to join the Summer Reading Club by picking up a reading log at one of our libraries.  We will have fun activities for all ages all summer long!

 


As of July 5, Tech Tuesday is now Tech Thursday! Summer is here and with that comes vacations. If you need help sharing your vacation photos or loading up your tablet with books for the beach, we can help you. Drop-in tech help will be held at the Main Library from 2:00pm-4:00pm on Thursdays.

 
 

 

Children's Programs

Main Library

 

Movie Night: A Wrinkle in Time (rated PG)

June 26

6:00pm-8:00pm

All Ages

Children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult for the entire movie.  No registration required.

 

 

Zumba for Kids

June 27

2:30pm-3:15pm

Ages 5-11

Have fun learning new moves and exercising with Zumba!  No registration required.  Comfortable clothing and sneakers are recommended.

 
 
Play and Learn
June 30
10:00am-10:45am
Ages 1-5
Have fun playing with educational toys and games!  No registration required.
 
 

Lake Hiawatha

 

Peppa Pig Storytime

June 28

11:00am-11:45am

Ages 2-5

If you like Peppa Pig and her friends, come to this special storytime!  We will read Peppa stories and make a Peppa craft.

 

 

LEGO Mindstorm Robotics

June 26, 6:30pm-8:00pm (Entering Grades 4-5 in September)

June 28, 6:30pm-8:00pm (Entering Grades 6-7 in September)

Use your STEM abilities to put together a LEGO Mindstorm Robot!  Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited.  We will only be accepting the first 8 children to arrive to particpate.  Check in at the Children's Desk from 6:15pm-6:30pm to pick up a free program ticket for admittance into the program.  No one will be admitted after 6:40pm.

 

 

Hocus Pocus, It's Joe Fischer! Magic Show

July 12

7:00pm-7:45pm

Ages 4 and older

Magician Joe Fischer will dazzle us with his tricks!  Adults must attend with children under 9.  Registration is required and will ebgin on June 28 at 7:00pm.

 

 

                                            
 
 

 

Adult Programs

 

Main Library

 
 
 

The Beatles - 50 Years Later

June 27

7:00pm

Come explore the phenomenon that was The Beatles - their growth, originality, musical innovations, and lyrical depth.  Barry Wiesenfeld, musician, author, and profressor of music is coming to share his passion for The Beatles and explore why their music enjoys such longevity.

 

 

 

Great American Read Book Discussion

Participants are welcome to read one or both books, join the discussion, and decide if either qualifies for America's Favorite Book.  Register online at parsippanylibrary.org or call 973-887-5150 x209 to sign up for the book discussions.  Books can be picked up at the Main Library, 449 Halsey Road.

 

 

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

July 12, 2:00pm-4:00pm

 

 

The Help by Kathryn Stockett

August 2, 2:00pm-4:00pm

 

 

 

Friday Night Film at the Main Library - A Quiet Place

July 20th

Showtime: 7pm

Doors Open at 6:30pm

 

This film is rated PG13 and runs approximately 90 min.

Anyone 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult.

 

 

 

The Musical History of the 50's -- From Dino to Doo-Wop 

July 7

2:00pm

Reminisce and listen to the music, the entertainers, and the stories form the era music historians call "the decade of music that changed the world."  Joey G. will take us on a musical journey back to the 1950's, where the musical trends evolved from Big Band to Pop to Rock 'N Roll.

 

Friends of the Library 

 

 

Not sure what to do with the kids during those last two weeks of August?

The Friends of the Parsippany Library have partnered with Mad Science and Dawn Lau Dance Company to offer Parsippany students the opportunity to participate in half-day science and arts camps, with $20 of each registration going back to the Friends of the Parsippany Library.  

Camp will be offered at both the Main Library and Lake Hiawatha locations.  Be sure to choose the information specific to your desired location.  

The Friends will donate this money to the library for the purchase of additional children's programming and materials.  

Click here for complete information about these upcoming STEAM Camps!

 

 

Think Warm Thoughts & Support Summer Reading!

 

Donate to the Parsippany Library System Summer Reading

Wish List on Amazon!

 

You can view our wishlist by clicking here.

Please have any items that you purchase off this list shipped to yourself and fill out the gift information so we can include the donor's name on a dedication sticker. You may bring the items to the Main Library, 449 Halsey Road, where they will be distributed to the correct department or library branch. Thank you for your support!

Further your donation by using Amazon Smile and select Friends of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System!

 

 

Become a Friend of the Library!

Every library needs a volunteer group and the Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System is no exception! The purpose of the Friends of the Parsippany Library, a 501C3 organization, is to raise money for special library programs and collections of library materials. 

 

Joining the Friends of the Parsippany Library just got easier with a new online membership application and payment option.  Visit the membership section of the website to get started as a Friend today.  

 

 

 
 

Programs for Teens

Main Library

 
Patriotic Bracelet Drop-in Craft
July 2
3:30pm-4:30pm
Grades 6-12
Make a patriotic rubber band bracelet to wear this upcoming Independence Day!
For students entering Grades 6-12. Registration is not required.
 
This program made possible by generous donations from the Friends of the Parsippany Library.