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The Library will close at 5:30pm on Wednesday, November 27 and will be closed on Thursday, November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving. 

November Programs

 

Film & Dessert    

Friday, November 1 at 2pm
Free screening of Admission, a comedy starring Tina Fey and Paul Rudd.  

Book Discussion Group
Monday, November 4 at 1:30pm

Libarian Debra Sarr leads the discussion on Ellen Ullman's By Blood .

Internet Basics
Tuesday, November 5 at 10am
Learn how to find information on the Internet. Participants must be comfortable using the mouse. Space is limited. Call 973-736-0196 to sign up. 

What to Consider Before Starting a Business

Thursday, November 7 at 5:30pm

Being an entrepreneur is not for everyone. Is it right for you? Find out in this interactive seminar. The program is presented in partnership with the West Orange Chamber of Commerce. Sign up online

 

Poetry Workshop 

Saturday, November 9 at 9:30-11:30am

Share your poems or start a new one!  Bring 10 copies of a work in progress to a casual roundtable critique led by poet Peggy Vassallo.  Bring paper and pencil

so you can begin your next poem with the group's prompts and discussion.  

 

Creative Connection

Wednesday, November 13 at 7pm

A monthly discussion group that focuses on the creative process. Topics include many things that affect artists, such as creative blocks, preparing for projects and competing in the marketplace. The group also offers a place to receive constructive feedback on your work. Everyone who enjoys the creative process is welcome. Presented in partnership with the West Orange Arts Council. 

 

West Orange Writers' Group  

Thursday, November 14 at 7pm

A forum for anyone interested in any kind of writing - fiction, nonfiction, children's books, poetry, etc.  The group provides open discussion and gentle critiquing of works-in-progress.    

    

Film & Dessert

Friday, November 15 at 2pm

 Drop by for a free screening of Alfred Hitchcock's The Trouble with Harry.     

 

The Roosevelt Family in West Orange

Thursday, November 21 at 7pm

Town Historian Joe Fagan returns to the Library with a fascinating look at the connection between two former presidents and West Orange. You won't want to miss this interesting presentation!  Space is limited; sign up online.  

   

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Anime Club

Grades 6-12  

Wednesday, November 6 at 7-8:30pm 

Crafts, games and movies for manga and anime fans.    

 

'Tween Craft
Grades 4-8
Friday, November 8 at 4-5pm
Express yourself in a craft extravaganza! Advance registration is required.  Sign up here.

Read 'n Chat Book Discussion Group
Grades 6-8
Wednesday, November 13 at 7:30-8:15pm
The group will discuss  Anya's Ghost by Vera Brosgol. Stop by to pick up a copy of the book.

Teen Game Night

Grades 6-12

Wednesday, November 20 at 7-8:30pm

Teen Game Night features Nintendo Wii and board games (chess, Scrabble, Boggle, and more). It's the perfect place to get together with teens and socialize while having fun. Bring your Nintendo DS or PSP!  

 

Children's Programs  

Lego Club 
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Tuesday, November 5 at 4pm
Grades K-5

Build with legos and make new friends.  

Sign up online.    

  

Chess Club

Thursday, November 7, 14, and 21 at 4pm

Check it out, mate! A drop-in chess club for grades 2-8.  


Fall Storytimes: 


 Babies & Books

 Fridays at 10:30am through November 15 

Stories, songs and rhymes for infants up to 24 months old. 

  

Terrific Toddlers

Tuesdays at 10:30am or Fridays at 11:30am through November 15 

Stories, songs and fingerplays for ages 2 - 3 1/2.

 

Preschool Page Turners

Mondays at 3:30pm or Tuesdays at 11:30am through November 12
Stories, songs and games for ages 3 1/2 - 5.

 

Eager Readers

Mondays at 4:30pm through November 11 

Stories and Games for grades K-3

 

Pajama Storytime

Mondays at 6:30pm through November 18 

Stories and songs for infants to age 4.  

    
Speaking of Stories Book Discussion 
Tuesday, November 12 at 4:30-5:15pm
For grades 4 & 5

 The group will talk about The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg

 

Yakety-Yak Book Discussion
Tuesday, November 19 at 4:30-5:15pm
For grades 2 & 3
The group will discuss The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene. 

Let's Celebrate International Games Day! 
Saturday, November 16 10am-1pm
Drop in to play board games with friends and family.  
Parents are encouraged to participate with their children.

 Downtime with Disney 

Saturday, November 16 at 2pm 

Drop by and watch a Disney film. Fun for the whole family. Free!
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West Orange Public Library                   Hours: M, W, Th 10-9
46 Mt. Pleasant Ave.                                        Tu, Fri 10-5:30
West Orange, NJ 07052                                    Sat 9-5
973-736-0198                                                    Sun 1-5*
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*Closed Sundays from the last Sunday in May through the Sunday after Labor Day.