October 2023

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Monday, October 27:00—8:00 PMTeen RoomMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Creative Writing Series 4. Storycraft Basics: From GMC and Needs vs Wants to Story Structure

Join the Parsippany Library as we welcome Hillary DePiano.   Hillary DePiano is a playwright, fiction and non-fiction author best known for fantastically funny fairy tales, surprisingly sweet slapstick and unrelentingly upbeat writing advice.  Stephen King talks about writing craft as a toolbox.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 310:00—11:00 AMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT YOGA

ADULT YOGAAdult Yoga. This is a paid program $5. 00 a class.  Please call 973-887-5150 Ext 211 for more information. THIS PROGRAM IS IN PERSON UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED
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Thursday, October 59:45—11:00 AMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT Healthy Bones

 ADULT Healthy BonesHealthy Bones presented by the Parsippany Library and Norwescap. This exercise class is to help keep our bones strong, with gentle stretching and movement.   This program is held every Thursday from 9:45 am- 11:00 am.  Any questions feel…Learn More

Thursday, October 56:30—8:30 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Collaborative Crochet Circle

ADULT: Collaborative Crochet CircleAdult are welcome at this crochet program where they will assist with crochet questions, and even knitting questions, as they do invite knitters to the group. The program is primarily a get together to discuss crochet topics as well as other topics .…Learn More
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Friday, October 62:00—3:30 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Live Well, Age Smart: The Twilight Zone

ADULT: Live Well, Age Smart: The Twilight ZoneHave you ever felt like you were living in The Twilight Zone? If so, get ready to learn about the masterful writing of Rod Sterling. In this series, we will review and discuss the details of selected episodes from the classic TV show as well as assess the message, meaning and moral within.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 79:00—10:00 AMLake Hiawatha Branch LibraryLake Hiawatha Branch Library68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 07034
Lake Hiawatha Meeting RoomLake Hiawatha Branch Library68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 07034

Adult: Books & Bagel Book Club

Adult: Books & Bagel Book ClubFor fans of A Man Called Ove, a luminous debut novel about a widow's unlikely friendship with a giant Pacific octopus reluctantly residing at the local aquarium-and the truths she finally uncovers about her son's disappearance 30 years ago. A gentle reminder that sometimes taking a hard look at the past can help uncover a future that once felt impossible.…Learn More
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Monday, October 97:00—8:00 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Creative Writing Series 5. Writer's Block! Pushing through when your writing stalls out

Join the Parsippany Library as we welcome Hillary DePiano.   Hillary DePiano is a playwright, fiction and non-fiction author best known for fantastically funny fairy tales, surprisingly sweet slapstick and unrelentingly upbeat writing advice.  You've started writing but something stands between you and The End.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 1010:00—11:00 AMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT YOGA

ADULT YOGAAdult Yoga. This is a paid program $5. 00 a class.  Please call 973-887-5150 Ext 211 for more information. THIS PROGRAM IS IN PERSON UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED

Tuesday, October 107:00—8:30 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Stranger Things Trivia

ADULT: Stranger Things TriviaHOW WELL DO YOU KNOW STRANGER THINGS?"Mornings are for coffee and contemplation. " But nights are for TRIVIA!Grab an Eggo and join us for 4 rounds of questions, team play, snacks, & prizes!Questions? Please email elizabeth. latham@parsippanylibrary.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 111:30—3:00 PMMeet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
ZOOM

ADULT: Historical Book Club

ADULT: Historical Book ClubThe Historical Book Club meets monthly to discuss current and past works of historical fiction. October's books will be: Everyone knows your mother is a witch by Rivka Galchen"The story begins in 1618, in the German duchy of Württemberg. Plague is spreading.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 116:30—7:30 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: The Parsippany Library Presents: Mike Familant's Tracking Down Bigfoot

Mike Familant, Bigfoot researcher and producer of the documentary series, "In the Shadow of Big Red Eye" will share his experiences researching and tracking down the truth behind North America's most iconic cryptic, Bigfoot.

Wednesday, October 117:00—8:00 PMLake Hiawatha Branch LibraryLake Hiawatha Branch Library68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 07034
Lake Hiawatha Meeting RoomLake Hiawatha Branch Library68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 07034

LH Adult: Coloring & Coffee

LH Adult: Coloring & CoffeeColoring & CoffeeCome, relax and enjoy coloring at the library. Coffee, tea, and supplies will be proved. For ages 18+Questions? Email korin. rosenkrans@parsippanylibray. org
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Thursday, October 129:45—11:00 AMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT Healthy Bones

 ADULT Healthy BonesHealthy Bones presented by the Parsippany Library and Norwescap. This exercise class is to help keep our bones strong, with gentle stretching and movement.   This program is held every Thursday from 9:45 am- 11:00 am.  Any questions feel…Learn More

Thursday, October 121:00—2:00 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Qi Gong

Qi Gong Series: $5. 00 FeeDates: October: 12, 19, 26 November: 2, 9, 16, 30 December 7, 14, 21

Thursday, October 127:00—8:00 PMZOOM

ADULT: Rutgers Master Gardener series-How to Save the Seeds from Your Garden

Rutgers Master Gardener series-How to Save the Seeds from Your GardenHave you ever heard the expression "my plant has gone to seed" or "my plant has bolted"? In this session you will learn about those terms and understand the basics about how to save seeds from the plants in your garden.…Learn More
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Friday, October 1312:00—12:45 PMStudy SpaceMount Tabor Branch Library31 Trinity Place, Mount Tabor, NJ, 07878

Adults (MT) : Formal Fashion Wear at Van Kirk Homestead Museum

Adults (MT) : Formal Fashion Wear at Van Kirk Homestead Museum Mt Tabor presents NEW Adult Lunch & Learn Program. Join Ms. Jenise, who has a MA in Library Science & MA in Costume Studies, each month as she shares a 20 minutes PowerPoint presentation with a focus on Fashion, History, and Museum collections.…Learn More

Friday, October 132:00—3:30 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Live Well, Age Smart: The Twilight Zone

ADULT: Live Well, Age Smart: The Twilight ZoneHave you ever felt like you were living in The Twilight Zone? If so, get ready to learn about the masterful writing of Rod Sterling. In this series, we will review and discuss the details of selected episodes from the classic TV show as well as assess the message, meaning and moral within.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 141:00—3:00 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

(ADULT & TEEN) Paper Shapers Club with Deanna Kwan

Paper Shapers with Deanna KwanCome learn origami – the art of paperfolding. Origami is a fun, creative, surprising, and challenging craft. Join the fold and experience the magic of turning paper into an amazing work of art. For Teens and Adults.…Learn More
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Monday, October 167:00—8:00 PMMeet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

Evening Cookbook Club: "Cooking From Fiction"

If you like trying new recipes, and sharing ideas then this is the Book Club for you! Each month there will be a different theme, technique, or type of cuisine that we will try out. Then we will share the recipes we enjoyed as well as our experiences.…Learn More

Monday, October 167:00—8:00 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Creative Writing Series 6. I Finished My book, What Now?

Join the Parsippany Library as we welcome Hillary DePiano.   Hillary DePiano is a playwright, fiction and non-fiction author best known for fantastically funny fairy tales, surprisingly sweet slapstick and unrelentingly upbeat writing advice.  Once you finish your book or script, you might wonder, what happens next? In this workshop, we will cover the next steps, from revisions and editing and getting beta readers all the way to publication and beyond.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 1710:00—11:00 AMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT YOGA

ADULT YOGAAdult Yoga. This is a paid program $5. 00 a class.  Please call 973-887-5150 Ext 211 for more information. THIS PROGRAM IS IN PERSON UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED

Tuesday, October 177:00—8:00 PMZOOM

ADULT: Natural Support for Breast Cancer with Author Daniella Chace

ADULT: Natural Support for Breast Cancer with Author Daniella ChaceDaniella Chace, MSc, CN, nutrition and toxicology expert will be discussing the benefits of a whole plant foods diet and natural food nutrients that trigger apoptosis (cancer cell removal), and healing foods. She will also discuss breast carcinogens in our modern homes and how to remove them for prevention and recovery.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 186:30—8:30 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Parsippany Historical & Preservation Society Presents: "Stories from the Beverwyck Plantation

Presented by The Parsippany Historical & Preservation  Society Presents: "Stories from the Beverwyck Plantation, Those Bought & Sold"This discussion will follow the lives of two enslaved women and their journey from enslavement at the Beverwyck Planation to freedom.
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Thursday, October 199:45—11:00 AMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT Healthy Bones

 ADULT Healthy BonesHealthy Bones presented by the Parsippany Library and Norwescap. This exercise class is to help keep our bones strong, with gentle stretching and movement.   This program is held every Thursday from 9:45 am- 11:00 am.  Any questions feel…Learn More

Thursday, October 191:00—2:00 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Qi Gong

Qi Gong Series: $5. 00 FeeDates: October: 12, 19, 26 November: 2, 9, 16, 30 December 7, 14, 21

Thursday, October 194:00—7:00 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Artist's Reception and Poetry Reading

Artist Brenda Hendrickson and Poet Howard Hendrickson will delight audiences with a reception of Brenda's artwork and poetry reading from Howard's book of poemsRefreshments will be served.

Thursday, October 196:30—8:30 PMBoard RoomMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Collaborative Crochet Circle

ADULT: Collaborative Crochet Circle Adult are welcome at this crochet program where they will  assist with crochet questions, and even knitting questions, as they do invite knitters to the group.   The program is primarily a get together to discuss crochet topics as well as other topics .…Learn More

Thursday, October 197:00—8:00 PMLake Hiawatha Meeting RoomLake Hiawatha Branch Library68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 07034

ADULT: M & T Bank presents: Budgeting

M & T Bank Presents: Considering Home OwnershipThis workshop is designed to help familiarize you with the home buying process. You will learn how to prepare for a mortgage, understand the terms of a loan, review the one-time and ongoing costs associated…Learn More
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Friday, October 202:00—3:30 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Live Well, Age Smart: The Twilight Zone

ADULT: Live Well, Age Smart: The Twilight ZoneHave you ever felt like you were living in The Twilight Zone? If so, get ready to learn about the masterful writing of Rod Sterling. In this series, we will review and discuss the details of selected episodes from the classic TV show as well as assess the message, meaning and moral within.…Learn More
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Saturday, October 211:00—3:00 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

Community Read Octopus Painting

Community Read Octopus PaintingJoin the Parsippany Library for Octopus painting with Sarah PanettaSpace is limited and there is a $5. 00 supply fee.  
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Monday, October 237:00—9:00 PMZOOM

ADULT- When There Were Witches: An Exploration of the Salem Witch Trials

ADULT- When There Were Witches: An Exploration of the Salem Witch TrialsIn January of 1692, a strange illness seized control of five young girls living in Salem Village, a contentious and divided town in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. When medical professionals couldn’t identify the illness, the town believed the girls had come "under an evil hand.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 2410:00—11:00 AMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT YOGA

ADULT YOGAAdult Yoga. This is a paid program $5. 00 a class.  Please call 973-887-5150 Ext 211 for more information. THIS PROGRAM IS IN PERSON UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED

Tuesday, October 246:30—8:30 PMBethelMount Tabor Branch Library31 Trinity Place, Mount Tabor, NJ, 07878

ADULT: Unsinkable Titanic Children

ADULT: Unsinkable Titanic ChildrenUnsinkable Titanic ChildrenNow, over110 years later, stories of the unsinkable RMS Titanic still resonate. Imagine what people endured during that fateful night in 1912 when 1500+ persons lost their lives. Nevertheless, a number of children in First, Second, and Third class did survive.…Learn More
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Wednesday, October 257:00—8:00 PMLake Hiawatha Branch LibraryLake Hiawatha Branch Library68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 07034
Lake Hiawatha Meeting RoomLake Hiawatha Branch Library68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha, NJ, 07034

Adult- Adult Story Time

Adult- Adult Story TimeAdult Story Time @the Lake Hiawatha Branch Library Who doesn’t like to be read to? Join us as we read the 1st chapter of a new title in a calm relaxing atmosphere.  Bring a snack and we will provide the decaf.   PJ’s are optional. For ages 18+ only.…Learn More

Wednesday, October 257:00—8:00 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Planning & Preparing for your Estate

Please join the Parsippany Library for Planning and Preparing for your Estate: This seminar is designed to help individuals understand the important role a well-executed estate plan can play in ensuring their strategy remains aligned with their goalsPresented…Learn More
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Thursday, October 269:45—11:00 AMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT Healthy Bones

 ADULT Healthy BonesHealthy Bones presented by the Parsippany Library and Norwescap. This exercise class is to help keep our bones strong, with gentle stretching and movement.   This program is held every Thursday from 9:45 am- 11:00 am.  Any questions feel…Learn More

Thursday, October 261:00—2:00 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Qi Gong

Qi Gong Series: $5. 00 FeeDates: October: 12, 19, 26 November: 2, 9, 16, 30 December 7, 14, 21

Thursday, October 266:45—8:30 PMZOOM

ADULT: NJCWRT Presents: Gen Grant’s Concepts of Leadership in Taking Tennessee: The Strategic Ope

NJCWRT Presents: Gen Grant’s Concepts of Leadership in Taking Tennessee: The Strategic OpenAlthough Major General Grant had not anticipated fighting a battle at Shiloh, the Confederate attack ushered in intensive fighting. As the outnumbered Union soldiers withstood relentless assaults on the first day of battle, *Grant was challenged to use strategic vision in order to turn the tide.…Learn More

Thursday, October 267:00—8:30 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: New Jersey Romance Writers Author Talk

ADULT: New Jersey Romance Writers Author TalkNew Jersey Romance Writers Author Talk Join the Parsippany Library as we welcome 4 Romance writers. Featuring: Roni Denholtz, Tracey Lyons, L. G. O'Connor, and Jennifer Wilck 
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Friday, October 272:00—3:30 PMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT: Live Well, Age Smart: The Twilight Zone

ADULT: Live Well, Age Smart: The Twilight ZoneHave you ever felt like you were living in The Twilight Zone? If so, get ready to learn about the masterful writing of Rod Sterling. In this series, we will review and discuss the details of selected episodes from the classic TV show as well as assess the message, meaning and moral within.…Learn More
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Tuesday, October 3110:00—11:00 AMMeet AMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
Meet BMain Library449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

ADULT YOGA

ADULT YOGAAdult Yoga. This is a paid program $5. 00 a class.  Please call 973-887-5150 Ext 211 for more information. THIS PROGRAM IS IN PERSON UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED