November 2023 Newsletter

Programs & Events

Coloring Therapy for Adults

Wednesday - November 1, 2023

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Join us for a chill time at the library: think calming tunes, tea, and coloring pages and books ready for you to color with and zone out. Drop-in and out as you please and come to wind down.


All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own if you like. 


Registration is encouraged. Questions? email [email protected]

Library App Support

Monday - November 6, 2023

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Do you know that there are a few apps you can use to access our catalog of books, magazines, and more? If you have questions on how to use any of the following apps, or need assistance getting them setup, then feel free to stop on by! 


Click here for more information.


Not sure if you should stop by the drop-in support? Call us at 973-471-1692 or email Mariah at [email protected] with questions.

Children's Diwali Program

Tuesday - November 7, 2023

4:00 pm to 5:00 pm


Let’s celebrate Festival of Lights with exquisite crafts, story, and an on the spot role play! Children ages 5-12 can register to join us as we celebrate Diwali! Bhavna Singh of Ayam Arts will lead a storytime, craft, and role play. Space is limited so sign up today!


Registration is required. So sign up today!


Questions? email [email protected]

Children's Craft: Friendship Bracelets

Thursday - November 9, 2023

3:00 PM to 3:45 PM

Children, ages 6 - 12, join us for our latest craft! This month we will be creating colorful friendship bracelets! All materials will be provided. All you need to bring is your creativity!


Registration is required. So sign up today!

Questions? email [email protected]

Tuesday Afternoon Book Club

November 14, 2023

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

For the month of November we'll be reading This Is How It Always Is by Laurie Frankel. Join us for a great discussion! 



Copies of the book are available for pickup at our circulation desk. Call or email us to reserve a copy today!


New members are always welcome!


Interested? For questions or to register please email [email protected].

Navigating College Admissions

Tuesday - November 14, 2023

7:00 pm to 8:00 pm


Join us for a Zoom presentation to help families understand and navigate college admissions. Learn about the admissions cycle, trends and more Perfect for high students of all ages and their families.

 

The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC.


Click here for more information and to register.

Questions? email [email protected]

Music With Miss Nita

Wednesday - November 15, 2023

1:00 PM to 1:45 PM

Join us to shake, wiggle, sing, and dance! This program is for babies and toddlers, ages 0 - 5, accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and space is limited so sign up today for singing, dancing, and more with Miss Nita!


Click here to register.

Questions? email [email protected]

Adult Craft:

DIY Macramé Feathers

Thursday - November 16, 2023

6:30 pm to 7:30 pm


Come on by to try this easy beginner-friendly macramé craft! The macramé feathers we'll be creating can be used decoratively as charms and additions to home décor, personal accessories, and more. All supplies will be provided.


Registration is required. Sign up today!


Questions? email [email protected]

Reading to Rosie

Friday - November 17, 2023

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Children of all ages are invited to join in the fun at the library by reading a book to Rosie our fun loving therapy dog. Pick out your favorite book to read to Rosie or find a new book to try out together!


Heads up! Rosie gives kisses and loves belly rubs! See you all soon!


Questions? Email [email protected]

Read to Ollie!

Monday - November 20, 2023

12:30 am to 1:15 pm

Children of all ages, join the fun at the library by reading a book to Ollie, a new guest of the library and fun loving therapy dog! No registration is required.



See you all soon!


Questions? Email [email protected]

Yoga Time Children's Program

Tuesday - November 21, 2023

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Join us for some yoga fun and let's learn some moves together. Please be sure to bring a yoga mat or towel to the event. Bring a water bottle too, to stay hydrated!

Registration is required for this event. Click here to register!



Questions? email [email protected]

Library App Support

Saturday - November 25, 2023

12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Do you know that there are a few apps you can use to access our catalog of books, magazines, and more? If you have questions on how to use any of the following apps, or need assistance getting them setup, then feel free to stop on by! 


Click here for more information.


Not sure if you should stop by the drop-in support? Call us at 973-471-1692 or email Mariah at [email protected] with questions.

Teen Craft: DIY Galaxy Jars

Monday - November 27, 2023

3:15 pm to 4:30 pm

Teens, grades 7 - 12, join us for a fun and relaxing time making these calming Galaxy Jars! Get lost in a world of your own.


Space and supplies are limited to registration is required


Email Mariah at [email protected] with questions.

Coloring Therapy for Adult

Wednesday - November 29, 2023

5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Join us for a chill time at the library: think calming tunes, tea, and coloring pages and books ready for you to color with and zone out. Drop-in and out as you please and come to wind down.All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your own if you like. 


Registration is encouraged. Questions? email [email protected]

Beyond the Bookshelf Book Club

Tuesday - September 26, 2023

4:00 pm to 5:00 pm


For the month of November we will be discussing I Love You But I've Chosen Darkness by Claire Vaye Watkins. Stop by the library to pick up a copy or check out Libby for a digital version.


New members are always welcome!


Registration is required.


Questions? email [email protected]

Children's

Take Home

Craft Kits

A new craft the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month!!

Be sure to stop by on

November 3rd & November 17th

for this month's crafts!

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Library Closures in November:


Veterans Day

Friday - November 10, 2023


Thanksgiving Weekend:

Wednesday - November 22, 2023

(early close at 5:00PM)

Thursday - November 23, 2023

Friday - November 24, 2023

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Check Out Some New Releases Hitting Shelves in

November and Visit Us to Find Even More!

So Late In the Day

by Claire Keegan

Release Date: 11/14/2023

Genre: Short Stories

Age: Adult

The Ball at Versailles

by Danielle Steel

Release Date: 11/21/2023

Genre: Historical Fiction

Age: Adult

The Kingdom of Sweets

by Erika Johansen

Release Date: 11/28/2023

Genre: Fantasy

Age: Adult

Check & Mate

by Ali Hazelwood

Release Date: 11/7/2023

Genre: Romance

Age: Teen

Cat Kid Comic Club: Influencers

by Dav Pilkey

Release Date: 11/28/2023

Genre: Graphic Novel

Age: Middle Grade

The Boo-Boos of Bluebell Elementary

by Chelsea Lin Wallace

Release Date: 11/7/23

Genre: Humor

Age: Children

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