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The library is the heart of your community!
 
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

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

Silhouette Cameo 3 Training in the Makerspace

The Parsippany Library now owns a Silhouette Cameo 3 with editing software that enables the user to create endless possibilities to cut on paper, fabric, or heat transfer material.

We will be scheduling one hour training sessions over the summer if you are interested in learning more about the Silhouette.  Training is for ages 14 and up.

 

Choose from one of the following dates:

July 19 - 1 pm to 4 pm

July 24 - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm 

August 13 - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

August 16 - 1 pm to 4 pm 

August 20 - 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

August 28 - 1 pm to 4 pm

 

Please call 973-887-5150 x233 to register today for your one hour spot!

 

 
 

 

 

 

Children's Programs

Main Library

 

Zumba for Kids

July 18

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.

 

  Family Zumba
July 18
 
7:00pm-7:45pm
 
Ages 5-11, plus parents/caregivers
 
Zumba fun for the whole family!  Children age 5-11 and their parents/caregivers are invited to have fun exercising together!  No registration required.  Comfortable clothes and sneakers are recommended.
 
 
 
Make and Take Surprise Craft
July 21
 
2:30pm-3:30pm
 
All Ages
 
Make one or two mystery crafts!  Registration is not required.
 
 
 
  Virtual Tour of the Moon
July 26
 
7:00pm-7:45pm
 
Ages 5 and older
 
Astronomy expert Bob Reichman will provide families with a virtual tour of the moon. 
Registration is not required, but only the first 100 children with an admission ticket will be admitted to this program.  Beginning at 6:30pm on July 26, stop by the Children's Desk for an admission ticket.  This program is sponspored by the Friends of the Parsippany Library and ADP.
 
 
 
 

Lake Hiawatha

 

Bingo
July 16 & 23 

6:30pm-7:15pm

Grades K-5

Play Bingo with friends and family. Stickers or small prizes for winners of each game.

 

Creative Ink

July 17, 24, & 31 

3:00pm-4:00pm

Ages 7-12
Let your creativity run wild in our creative writing workshop! Each week we'll do different creative writing activities and share with the group. Children are encouraged to bring their own writing journal.

 

 

Play and Learn
Fridays, July 20 - August 17 

11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Ages birth-5

Listen to the librarian read a favorite book, and sing a few songs together. Then, enjoy free play in our meeting room with toys and educational games.  Children need playtime to develop creativity and to build cognitive strength. This informal playgroup is a great way for new parents to meet other families in Parsippany.

 

 

                                         

 
 

 

Adult Programs

 

Main Library

 

 

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 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.

 

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

 

 
Lake Hiawatha
 
African Clay Mask Workshop
July 21
1:30pm-3:00pm
Grades 6-12
 
Each teen will make and decorate their own clay mask. Hang your mask on the wall as decoration or give it to someone as a gift. The workshop includes storytelling, the learning of Nigerian greetings,and will include a list of original Adinkra symbols from Ghana from which you can choose to decorate your mask. Additionally, all participants will receive a box in which to take home their work, along with printed instructions for drying and painting.  Registration is required.