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Friends of the Library Annual Holiday Sale

11/21/2025 @ 12:00pm to 12/26/2025 @ 4:00pm
Living Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library, Special Events
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Family

Get into the holiday spirit while supporting the Parsippany Library! The Friends of the Library Holiday Sale returns with a wonderful selection of children’s books, holiday reads, stocking stuffers, giftable items, and more.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Living Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Friends of the Library, Special Events
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit while supporting the Parsippany Library! The Friends of the Library Holiday Sale returns with a wonderful selection of children’s books, holiday reads, stocking stuffers, giftable items, and more.

Two hands hold a cellphone over a cutting board there is a knife resting on the board and garlic and an onion nearby.

Tech Tuesday

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Want to know how to send evites to Thanksgiving dinner or how to clear your phone of selfies so you can take some turkey photos? Do you need help accessing an Amazon Wishlist or sharing baby's first Christmas on Facebook? We're here to h

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Technology
Event Details:

Want to know how to send evites to Thanksgiving dinner or how to clear your phone of selfies so you can take some turkey photos? Do you need help accessing an Amazon Wishlist or sharing baby's first Christmas on Facebook? We're here to h

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Mount Tabor Book Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Area at Mount Tabor
Program Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Mount Tabor Book Club for lively monthly discussions on a wide range of books. Connect with fellow readers, share ideas, and discover your next great read. New members are welcome.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mount Tabor
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Mount Tabor Book Club for lively monthly discussions on a wide range of books. Connect with fellow readers, share ideas, and discover your next great read. New members are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Girl Scouts of Northern NJ

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Main Library
Program Type:
Outside Group
Age Group:
Adults

GS Troop Meetings

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outside Group
Event Details:

GS Troop Meetings

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Holiday Gift Wrapping

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Other
Age Group:
Adults
MAIN ADULT:

Join the Main library for a holiday gift wrapping session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Main library for a holiday gift wrapping session.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

The Magician

Historical Book Club

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Group Study Room 1 at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Book Group
Age Group:
Adults
Historical Book Group:

Travel through time each month with a new historical fiction pick. Enjoy lively discussions that blend great storytelling with rich historical detail—perfect for history fans and b...

The Magician by Colm Tóibín

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Group Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Book Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

Travel through time each month with a new historical fiction pick. Enjoy lively discussions that blend great storytelling with rich historical detail—perfect for history fans and book lovers alike.

The Magician by Colm Tóibín

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Playing Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Games
Age Group:
Adults

Typically, there are four players seated around a table, although two or three people can also play.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Games
Event Details:

Typically, there are four players seated around a table, although two or three people can also play.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Purls of Wisdom/Jersey Knitters

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Group Study Room 2 at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Group Study Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Crafter's Corner Flyer

Crafter's Corner

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Area at Mount Tabor
Program Type:
Adult, Arts & Crafts, Teen
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Adults and teens are welcome to grab your latest knitting, crochet, or other textile project and join us for our casual Crafter's Corner!

Library Branch: Mount Tabor
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts, Teen
Event Details:

Adults and teens are welcome to grab your latest knitting, crochet, or other textile project and join us for our casual Crafter's Corner!

Gentle Yoga for Adults

Gentle Yoga for Adults

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room at Lake Hiawatha
Program Type:
Adult, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

This course uses gentle and restorative yoga techniques, breath work and meditation to relax the body and mind. Please wear what makes you feel comfortable, taking your shoes off for the practice is suggested, chairs will be available.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

This course uses gentle and restorative yoga techniques, breath work and meditation to relax the body and mind. Please wear what makes you feel comfortable, taking your shoes off for the practice is suggested, chairs will be available.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

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Holiday Gift Wrapping

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Other
Age Group:
Adults
MAIN ADULT:

Join the Main library for a holiday gift wrapping session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the Main library for a holiday gift wrapping session.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

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PowerPoint 2024

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Tech Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Struggling with slides? Come to Our PowerPoint Class!  We'll explore themes and design options, learn how to add and format text and images, and create informative charts to visualize data.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Struggling with slides? Come to Our PowerPoint Class!  We'll explore themes and design options, learn how to add and format text and images, and create informative charts to visualize data.

Parsippany Neighborhood Watch

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Type:
Outside Group
Age Group:
Adults

Parsippany Neighborhood Watch meetings 

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outside Group
Event Details:

Parsippany Neighborhood Watch meetings 

Healthy Bones

PROGRAM FULL: Healthy Bones

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 9:45am - 11:00am
Meeting Rooms A & B at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Healthy Bones presented by the Parsippany Library and Norwescap. This exercise class is to help keep our bones strong, with gentle stretching and movement.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Healthy Bones presented by the Parsippany Library and Norwescap. This exercise class is to help keep our bones strong, with gentle stretching and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Thirsty Radish

Festive Holiday Gatherings class with Mocktails (age 18 & up Only)

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Rooms A & B at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a spirited (but alcohol-free!) class where we sip our way through the most delightful holiday mocktails.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a spirited (but alcohol-free!) class where we sip our way through the most delightful holiday mocktails.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

EIFFEL TOWER

French Conversation Club

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Area at Mount Tabor
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults

Want to brush up on your High School French? Then join us at the Mt. Tabor Library.  You will not only practice with others but also learn some "new" expressions under the guidance of Joelle, a local Mt. Tabor resident.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mount Tabor
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to brush up on your High School French? Then join us at the Mt. Tabor Library.  You will not only practice with others but also learn some "new" expressions under the guidance of Joelle, a local Mt. Tabor resident.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

AARP Tax Aide Training

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Rooms A & B at Main Library
Program Type:
Outside Group
Age Group:
Adults

AARP Tax Training

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outside Group
Event Details:

AARP Tax Training

Blood Drive: American Red Cross with Parsippany Lions

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Rooms A & B at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Community Sponsored, Outside Group, Special Events
Age Group:
Adults

Every 2 seconds in the U.S., someone needs blood. That’s a parent, a child, a neighbor -maybe even someone you know. One donation can save up to 3 lives.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Community Sponsored, Outside Group, Special Events
Event Details:

Every 2 seconds in the U.S., someone needs blood. That’s a parent, a child, a neighbor -maybe even someone you know. One donation can save up to 3 lives.

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Holiday Gift Wrapping

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Area at Mount Tabor
Program Type:
Adult
Age Group:
Adults

Join the Mount Tabor library for a holiday gift wrapping session.

Library Branch: Mount Tabor
Room: Program Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult
Event Details:

Join the Mount Tabor library for a holiday gift wrapping session.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

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Make Your Own Watercolor Gift Tags Workshop

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room at Lake Hiawatha
Program Type:
Adult, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Give your gifts this holiday season an extra personal touch by making some watercolor gift tags. Each attendee will paint and take home some gift tags to make your gifts really stand out this year. Presented by Susan Sopira.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Lake Hiawatha
Room: Lake Hiawatha Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give your gifts this holiday season an extra personal touch by making some watercolor gift tags. Each attendee will paint and take home some gift tags to make your gifts really stand out this year. Presented by Susan Sopira.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Excel Logo-two green blocks of different sizes. The small one has a white X on it.

Excel 2024: Get Started

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Tech Lab at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Want to learn more about spreadsheets?  This class will help!  We'll look at how Excel works and enter data, format text and numbers, write some basic formulas, and add borders and shading.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to learn more about spreadsheets?  This class will help!  We'll look at how Excel works and enter data, format text and numbers, write some basic formulas, and add borders and shading.

Festive cookies on a blue background, including Santa, gingerbread, and snowmen designs. Text reads "Annual Cookie Exchange" in bold white letters.

Evening Cookbook Club

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Book Group
Age Group:
Adults

Cook up something sweet and join us for our Cookbook Club Annual Cookie Sharing Night! 🍪✨ Bring a batch of your favorite homemade cookies and a copy of the recipe to share with fellow bakers.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Book Group
Event Details:

Cook up something sweet and join us for our Cookbook Club Annual Cookie Sharing Night! 🍪✨ Bring a batch of your favorite homemade cookies and a copy of the recipe to share with fellow bakers.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.

Hacklebarney Chapter of Trout Unlimited

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A at Main Library
Program Type:
Outside Group
Age Group:
Adults

Fly Tying Classes

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outside Group
Event Details:

Fly Tying Classes

Women practicing gentle yoga. Header reads ‘Gentle Yoga.’ Class meets Tuesdays 10 AM – 11 AM. Note: $5 fee.

Gentle Yoga

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Rooms A & B at Main Library
Program Type:
Adult, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Yoga:

This is a paid program $5.00 a class.In gentle yoga, the movement is slow, each movement is linked with breath, and we enter into the postures gradually—moving in and out of each p...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Rooms A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult, Health & Wellness

This is a paid program $5.00 a class.

In gentle yoga, the movement is slow, each movement is linked with breath, and we enter into the postures gradually—moving in and out of each pose first, and then finding a holding position.

Disclaimer(s)

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, website, social media, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed during this event, please inform a library staff member.