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Happy National Garden Week! We`re so thankful to our local Garden Club of Long Valley for taking such beautiful care of our library gardens! Over recent years, they have helped us move towards more native plants and pollinators, and make our entryway beautiful at the same time!
In March we were thrilled to host our Eid celebration with the help of the @mpg_muslimprofessionals. Here are some of our favorite photos from the day. We are excited to collaborate with them again Saturday, June 13 @ 2:30 PM on a special Arabic lettering program. You can register for this event using the link below. We hope to see you there!
https://live-parsippany.pantheonsite.io/event/eid-al-adha-stories-arabic-lettering-ages-tbd-26423
#parlib #parlibcats
A messy success. We hope to hang our banners up soon for our Summer Reading Program. Special thanks to Romana L. and Caryn M. for loaning us their slides!
Afternoon Arts & Crafts
Wednesday, June 10 at 3:30 pm
Please register by calling 973-627-5709 or online at
https://engagedpatrons.org/Events.cfm?SiteID=2550
Learn how to bring the productivity and sustainability of small-scale farming into your backyard by applying space-saving, soil-focused, crop-management techniques and the right tools designed for limited plots. Anthony from Bracco Farms will be here to discuss companion planting, container gardening, and many tips on how to get the most out of your small garden! #wtplibrary #gardening #longvalleyNJ
Looking for something fun, creative, or educational to do this week? We’ve got you covered!📚✨
From hands-on workshops and engaging discussions to social gatherings and lifelong learning opportunities, there’s plenty happening at Parsippany Library this week.
Browse this week’s lineup, find a program that sparks your interest, and register through the link in our bio. We can’t wait to welcome you to the library!
#ParsippanyLibrary #LibraryEvents #ExploreYourLibrary #ParsippanyNJ #CommunityEvents
Unearth a Story
2026 Summer Reading Program
All Ages
Sign up begins on June 13. The last day to register is August 8.
Creativity, connection, and a little quiet time to write.✍️💙
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent Writing Circle! Participants spent the evening slowing down, reflecting, and making space for creativity in a warm and supportive environment. From quiet writing time to thoughtful conversation and optional sharing, it was a wonderful reminder that writing doesn’t have to be done alone.
Whether you’re working on a novel, journaling, poetry, or simply trying to build a consistent writing habit, this group is for you.
Our next Writing Circle will take place on Wednesday, June 10 from 6:30–8:00 PM. Come as you are, write what you like, and stay as long as you can.✨
#ParsippanyLibrary #CreativeWriting #ParsippanyNJ #LibraryLove
📚✨The Friends of the Library Book Sale is back!✨📚
Looking to stock up your shelves without breaking the bank? Stop by the library from June 5–22 for our Friends of the Library Bag Sale! Browse everything from children’s books and bestselling novels to movies and music. There’s something for every age and interest.🤗
🛍️PRICES:
• $6 — Fill a Large Paper Bag
• $12 — Fill an Extra-Large Reusable Friends of the Library Bag
• Already have a Friends bag? Reuse it for just $10!
Come hunt for hidden gems, old favorites, and your next great read all while supporting the library.📖💙
#ParsippanyLibrary #BookSale #BookLovers #SupportYourLibrary #FriendsOfTheLibrary #BookishFinds #UsedBooks #BookCommunity #ParsippanyNJ
La Leche League of Rockaway will meet at the Rockaway Borough Library on Friday, June 5 at 10:30 am.
Visit https://lalecheleaguerockaway.weebly.com/ for more information.
Come see us at the Fishawack Festival this Saturday!
The Library`s Table will be close to the Gazebo, and we’d love for you to stop by.
🌞 Sign up for our Summer Reading Programs: for kids, teens, and adults.
🎁 Prizes in every category
🎨 And, we have a hands‑on activity, too - make your own button.
Swing by, say hello, and celebrate Chatham with us.
Unearth a Magical Story
Magician Steve Woyce
Saturday, June 13 at 11:30 am
Please register in advance.
https://engagedpatrons.org/Events.cfm?SiteID=2550
On June 20th, 12:00-3:00, we are celebrating 30 years at 37 East Springtown Road! Come along for popcorn, ice cream, music, games, and more! Please register on our website (we need a headcount for food!) www.wtpl.org
#wtplibrary #30th@37 #librarylife #builtin1996
Friends of the Rockaway Borough Public Library Book Sale
Saturday, June 6
10 am - 2 pm
Library Chef
Fresh Skills for a New Month
Join us for a lively lineup of hands-on cooking, wellness, and everyday life skills designed to be practical, fun, and easy to bring into your routine.
Joint & Bone Health: Nutrition & Minerals
Wednesday, June 3 at 7:30 pm
Visit https://my.librarychef.com/rockawayboro to create your account or sign in if you already have one!
Wednesday, June 3
6 PM ET
Live Online Class
GF • Vegan Swap Available
Kids will make fun, colorful turkey and cheese pinwheels paired with a tasty, veggie-packed green goddess dip.
Visit https://my.librarychef.com/rockawayboro to create your account or sign in if you already have one! The recipe is listed on the LibraryChef platform.
Let’s cook, learn, and explore together!
Husband and wife duo Don and Carol Esch are lifelong artists, and are now on display at the library. Stop on in to see gorgeous textile art from Carol and serene oil landscapes from Don.
#wtplibrary #artdisplay #textileart #oilpainting #longvalleynj
June Spice Kit just dropped. This month we`re featuring spearmint!🪴
Perfect for tea lovers, home cooks, and anyone looking to add a fresh burst of flavor to their recipes. Each take-home kit includes spearmint and a brochure filled with ideas and recipes to try at home.
Pick yours up at the front desk while supplies last!🍵📚
#Spearmint #SpiceKit #TeaLover #Recipes #ParsippanyNJ
Join us Thursday, June 4 at 4PM for LEGO League at Lake Hiawatha. Anything you build will be added to our monthly museum!
Rockaway Borough Library Programs
Week of June 1, 2026
Register at https://engagedpatrons.org/Events.cfm?SiteID=2550
Participate in Library Chef Online Classes at https://app.librarychef.com
What is happening in June at our Lake Hiawatha Branch? Thank you for asking!☀️
From learning How to Take Better Photographs with @TheChrisMccormack to Resin Art Shadowboxes with @lynnschwartzart there is something for everyone!
We can`t wait to see you there!
#ParsippanyLibrary #LakeHiawathaBranchLibrary #June #CommunityPrograms #LibraryLove
June line up is here!☀️📚
Take a look at some of our special events happening throughout June, featuring unique programs you won’t want to miss.
📅Please note: this isn’t a full list of everything we have going on. For all events, including our recurring monthly programs, visit our events calendar on our website and be sure to register in advance.
We can’t wait to see you at the library!💙
#ParsippanyLibrary #LibraryLove #ParsippanyNJ #CommunityPrograms #LibraryLife
A look back at a musical morning at the Parsippany Library!🎶✨
Families joined us for a fun-filled mini concert earlier this month with @LakelandYouthSymphony. They introduced little ones to the magic of music through lively performances, hands-on discovery, and plenty of smiles. After the concert, children explored our interactive “instrument petting zoo,” where they got to see, touch, and even try playing a variety of instruments themselves!🎻🥁🎺
Thank you to everyone who came out and made this musical morning so special. We loved seeing so many young musicians-in-the-making!
#ParsippanyLibrary #MusicForKids #ParsippanyNJ #MiniConcert #LibraryEvents #EarlyChildhoodMusic
Over the past two weeks, the Children’s Department has been visiting the elementary schools to share information about our Summer Reading Club, the exciting programs the library will be offering this summer, and how to sign up for a library card. We look forward to seeing many of our young patrons at the Fishawack Festival on June 6, where they can register early for our Summer Reading Club!🦖
🎙️ LIVE PODCAST RECORDING AT THE LIBRARY!
History isn`t just found in textbooks—it can be hidden in recipe books, family traditions, and the stories passed down through generations.
📅 Wednesday, June 3
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Main Library | 449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054
Join @beyond_the_green_ for a live podcast recording featuring Melanie Bump, Curator of Collections & Exhibits for the @morrisparksnj , as they explore the secrets of early American cookbooks and the surprising stories they reveal about 18th- and 19th-century everyday life. Audience members will get a behind-the-scenes look at the recording process and have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A.
Register with link in bio.
#ParsippanyLibrary #BeyondTheGreen #LivePodcast #MorrisCountyHistory #American250 #ExploreYourLibrary #ParsippanyNJ
Yesterday`s weather was perfect for us to enjoy a cookie-themed storytime outside at the Main Library, which included decorating cookies to take home and enjoy!
🧩What a night! Earlier this month, teams put their puzzle-solving skills to the test during our Amazing Puzzle Race at the Main Library. From speedy sorters to master edge-piece finders, everyone brought their A-game!👏
Participants worked together to complete 500-piece puzzles in 90 minutes or less, competing for prizes and plenty of bragging rights along the way. Whether they came with friends or joined solo, it was a fun-filled evening of teamwork, laughter, and a little friendly competition.✨
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this puzzling good time. We loved seeing the library filled with collaboration and community spirit!🧩🤗
#ParsippanyLibrary #Puzzles #LibraryLove #JigsawPuzzle #CommunityFun #ParsippanyNJ
The latest issue of the Parsippany Focus is here!📖
Be sure to grab a copy at the library and check out Mikaela’s May book review column, featuring The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah. Set against the wild beauty of Alaska, this unforgettable novel is a gripping story of survival, family, love, and resilience.✨
➡️Have you read it yet? Let us know what you think!
#ParsippanyLibrary #BookReview #TheGreatAlone #KristinHannah #LibraryReads #ParsippanyNJ
Financial Fun: Learning to Save, Spend, and Share
Tuesday, June 2 at 4 pm
Please register in advance.
https://engagedpatrons.org/Events.cfm?SiteID=2550
Storytime for bigger kids! Don`t miss out on this fun time! Registration available at www.wtpl.org
We finished our spring story time session a couple weeks ago, but wanted to make sure these pictures got out, even if its yesterday`s news. Our theme for this day - DOGS (of course). Hope you can handle the CUTENESS!!!! Can you tell which picture was taken at home?😆 We will be resuming Very Ready Reading and all other weekly story times the week of June 22, when Summer Reading Club starts.
Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.🇺🇸
In observance of Memorial Day, all Parsippany Library branches are closed today.
We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day!🤗
#MemorialDay #ParsippanyNJ #HonorAndRemember #ParsippanyLibrary
We are closed for Memorial Day, and will reopen as usual on Tuesday, 5/26.
The library parking lot will be closed on Tuesday, May 26 & Wednesday, May 27.
The Westfield Regional Health Department, in conjunction with RWJB Trinitas, is opening a Women, Infants & Children (WIC) site at the Summit Community Center. WIC is available to women who are currently pregnant, postpartum (up to 6 months after the end of a pregnancy), or breastfeeding (up to the infant’s first birthday), infants, and children up to their 5th birthday. Details on how to check for other eligibility are included in the attached flyer.
Morris County Mosquito Control will have displays set up at the Rockaway Borough Library beginning on Tuesday, May 26.
Learn techniques to mosquito proof your home and neighborhood.
Pick up educational materials to share with family and friends.
Prevent tick and mosquito bites.
On May 3, 1775, the NJ Militia joined the fight for independence, and for eight long years, fought hard in defense of Liberty!
Learn more about this importance time in US and NJ history; Military historian and re-enactor John Dwyer will bring it all to life, and share his knowledge and insights with attendees.
For more information and to register go to the library`s website, wtpl.org.
The library will be closed on Saturday, May 23 and Monday, May 25.
Back in April, we celebrated World Book Day with @readingrhythms_mtwn at Parsippany Library for a cozy evening centered around books, creativity, and community.📚✨
Guests spent the night enjoying silent reading sessions, crafting, thoughtful conversations, and connecting with fellow book lovers over the stories they’re currently reading.
It was such a fun and welcoming night, and a wonderful reminder that reading doesn’t always have to be a solo activity. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event so special!🤎
#ParsippanyLibrary #WorldBookDay #ReadingRhythms #BookLovers #Bookish
New Parsippany Library merch just dropped!!👕📚
Our brand new gray Parsippany Library shirts are now available for purchase at the Main Library!
Not only can you show off your library pride, but all proceeds go directly toward supporting the library and helping us continue to bring programs, resources, and events to the community.💙
Stop by and grab yours while supplies last!
#parsippanylibrary #parsippanynj #librarylife #merch
What is Medicare? When am I eligible? When should I enroll? These questions and more will be answered by "Medicare Mike" at our in-person program on May 20th.
For more information and to register, go to wtpl.org events.
One more day until the Chipotle Fundraiser for the Friends of the Rockaway Borough Public Library!
Fun time had at our May Dirty Mushrooms Book Club meeting - we went on a treasure hunt around the library. Our next books will be TWO graphic novels; they are currently available behind the circ desk. Come join us on June 15! Sign up at wtpl.org.
Make a patriotic smashed can planter with Geri on Monday, May 18 at 6:30 pm.
Registration required.
https://engagedpatrons.org/Events.cfm?SiteID=2550
