Once again, a reminder that your local public library is a great place for free programs for the entire family. I can’t cover all the municipal libraries, but my own, West Orange Public Library, is an example of what’s to be found in these sacred places! You can sign up online by clicking the text highlighted in purple.
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Award-winning author Elinor Lipman will visit the WO Library to discuss her latest book, The Family Man, the charming and comedic story of successful, but lonely, lawyer Henry Archer. Henry's life is turned upside down when his stepdaughter from a long ago ill-advised marriage re-enters his life. Jane Vandenburgh of The Boston Globe said "Lipman's characters are keenly observant. What they observe is a harmony that feels almost subversive, that things not only can turn out well, that they probably will, that life can—at least at certain moments—indeed feel charmed." Ms. Lipman is the author of nine novels and a short story collection. Her novel Then She Found Me was adapted for the big screen in 2008, starring Colin Firth and Bette Midler. Ms. Lipman will hold the 2011-12 Elizabeth Drew Chair in Creative Writing at Smith College. Ms. Lipman's visit is funded by a donation from Mantell family. Florence B. Mantell was a well-loved employee of the Library for 21 years. An avid reader, Mrs. Mantell took special pleasure in bringing readers of all ages together with the books she thought they would enjoy. After her retirement in 1970, she was a frequent visitor to the Library and participated in the book discussion group. When Mrs. Mantell could no longer visit the Library, she called upon the Library's home delivery service and continued to indulge her passion for books. This program is presented in memory of Florence B. Mantell. Register for this free program online. |
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Teen Read Week Party! We'll celebrate Teen Read Week with thousands of other libraries and schools across the country. This year's theme is "Books with Beat." The West Orange Public Library will celebrate with a Character Costume Party for teens! Come dressed up as your favorite literary character (from Bella Swan to the Cat in the Hat) and enjoy snacks and games. Sign up online. Advance registration is required. Throughout the week of October 17 - 23, teens who get "caught" reading may receive a special goodie! You can also vote for your favorite book this week. Stop by the Library and pick up a ballot for the Garden State Teen Book Awards. |
| Drop-In Bilingual Storytime The West Orange High School Spanish Club returns to the Library to share a bilingual storytime for all ages. Classic fairytales will unfold into a spectacular puppet show. Singing and dancing will follow the show with well-known favorites like the chicken dance, arroz con leche, and head, shoulders, knees and toes performed in both Spanish and English. The fun evening ends with face painting for children. |
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Just in time for Halloween! Cook-a-Book with a twist! Drop in for a gross-out family storytime. Wear a costume and listen to disgusting tales, participate in our own version of "Fear Factor" and eat some tasty (yet nasty-looking) treats. This is a free drop-in event so registration is not required. All ages. |
Gross-Out Family Storytime!| Teen Nights at the Library Monday nights are Teen Nights at the Library! Students in grades 6-12 can participate in fun activities every Monday from 7-8:30 PM. Activities range from making sock puppets to playing Mario Kart! In October, teens will create lanyard braiding crafts, have a costume party and more. Sign up online. Advance registration is required for all programs. |
West Orange Public Library Hours: M, W, Th 9-9
46 Mt. Pleasant Avenue Tu, Fri 9-5:30
West Orange, NJ 07052 Sat 9-5
973.736.0198 Sun 1-5
www.wopl.org (Closed Sun in Jul & Aug)
