Canasta - In Person

Deal Yourself In to Canasta Fun! Looking for a lively way to spend your Wednesday afternoons? Join our Canasta Club at the library! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or have never played before, everyone’s welcome at the table. Drop in any Wednesday from 1:30–4:30 PM.  We’l......More

Deal Yourself In to Canasta Fun! Looking for a lively way to spend your Wednesday afternoons? Join our Canasta Club at the library! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or have never played before, everyone’s welcome at the table. Drop in any Wednesday from 1:30–4:30 PM.  We’ll have basic instructions. All supplies will be provided. Come shuffle, laugh, and make new friends, no registration needed, just bring your enthusiasm! Please note that there is parking on the Library side of Diamond Spring Road. 

Role Playing with D&D - In Person

Come to our D&D RPG club and join the campaign! Find out your character and go on an adventure to discover more about the new world you’ve entered…and maybe yourself. For adults 18+. Registration is needed to secure your spot.

Library Chef: Break A Chicken - Virtual Program

Break a Chicken.  Learn how to break down a whole chicken safely and efficiently — perfect for meal prep or building essential kitchen confidence.  Click to register for the program or create your Library Chef account!  (Denville Residents may create an account – please......More

Break a Chicken.  Learn how to break down a whole chicken safely and efficiently — perfect for meal prep or building essential kitchen confidence.  Click to register for the program or create your Library Chef account!  (Denville Residents may create an account – please use the Library’s zip code where it asks for CODE)

Chimney Swifts - In Person

This is one bird you want to have in your chimney!  Sometimes mistaken for a bat, this amazing bird spends its life (when it is not hanging on the sides of a chimney) flying the skies searching for insects.  Learn about this unusual bird and how people are trying to enc......More

This is one bird you want to have in your chimney!  Sometimes mistaken for a bat, this amazing bird spends its life (when it is not hanging on the sides of a chimney) flying the skies searching for insects.  Learn about this unusual bird and how people are trying to encourage them to nest.  Presented by the Avian Wildlife Center.

Virtual Author Talk: Marjan Kamali

On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love with Marjan Kamali, Internationally Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of The Stationery Shop and Together Tea Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delv......More

On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love with Marjan Kamali, Internationally Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of The Stationery Shop and Together Tea Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran. In 1950s Tehran, seven-year-old Ellie lives in grand comfort until the untimely death of her father, forcing Ellie and her mother to move to a tiny home downtown. Lonely and bearing the brunt of her mother’s endless grievances, Ellie dreams for a friend to alleviate her isolation. Luckily, on the first day of school, she meets Homa, a kind girl with a brave and irrepressible spirit. Together, the two girls play games, learn to cook in the stone kitchen of Homa’s warm home, wander through the colorful stalls of the Grand Bazaar, and share their ambitions of becoming “lion women.” But their happiness is disrupted when Ellie and her mother are afforded the opportunity to return to their previous bourgeois life. Now a popular student at the best girls’ high school in Iran, Ellie’s memories of Homa begin to fade. Years later, however, her sudden reappearance in Ellie’s privileged world alters the course of both of their lives. Together, the two young women come of age and pursue their own goals for meaningful futures. But as the political turmoil in Iran builds to a breaking point, one earth-shattering betrayal will have enormous consequences. Register now to hear directly from the author about the crafting of her tender, yet immensely powerful work. If you can’t make it live, register today and receive a link to view the recorded program.

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg at the Library!  Join us every Friday for drop-in Mah Jongg play. Bring your card and set if you have one to enjoy a relaxed, friendly game with fellow players.  No lessons provided—just come ready to play!  Suggested skill level is advanced beginner....More

Mah Jongg at the Library!  Join us every Friday for drop-in Mah Jongg play. Bring your card and set if you have one to enjoy a relaxed, friendly game with fellow players.  No lessons provided—just come ready to play!  Suggested skill level is advanced beginner.

French Conversation Group - In Person

Join our French Conversation Group and practice your French with fellow language enthusiasts through informal conversation, cultural topics, and group activities. It’s a fun and supportive way to grow your skills and connect with others who share a love of the French la......More

Join our French Conversation Group and practice your French with fellow language enthusiasts through informal conversation, cultural topics, and group activities. It’s a fun and supportive way to grow your skills and connect with others who share a love of the French language and culture.  The group will meet on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month.  All levels are welcome from novice to native speakers.  Registration preferred.  

Yoga - In Person

Join us for morning yoga based on the theme of Groundedness & Reconnection with Yogini Karen Noel.  Each class features breathwork, meditation and yoga.  This series will run from May 5 – June 16, with no class on June 2.  Please register here for all classes in this se......More

Join us for morning yoga based on the theme of Groundedness & Reconnection with Yogini Karen Noel.  Each class features breathwork, meditation and yoga.  This series will run from May 5 – June 16, with no class on June 2.  Please register here for all classes in this session.  Please consider your availability prior to registering as space is very limited.

Knitting & Crochet Group - In Person

Unleash your creativity and join our Knitting and Crochet Group at the library! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this friendly and supportive group is the perfect place to share tips and work on your latest project. Meet like-minded crafters, enjoy a ......More

Unleash your creativity and join our Knitting and Crochet Group at the library! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this friendly and supportive group is the perfect place to share tips and work on your latest project. Meet like-minded crafters, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, and get inspired by the amazing creations around you. Bring your yarn, your ideas, and your passion – we’ll provide the community and the fun! All skill levels are welcome, so come stitch with us and discover the joy of making something beautiful with your hands.  We  meet on the second and last Tuesday of the month. No registration needed.  May dates are: May 12 and 26.

Virtual Author Talk: Dr. Vivienne Ming

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming, Award-Winning Theoretical Neuroscientist, Inventor, and “Demented” Author Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad......More

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming, Award-Winning Theoretical Neuroscientist, Inventor, and “Demented” Author Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. Vivienne Ming as we discuss her new book, Robot-Proof: When Machines Have All the Answers, Build Better People.  In Robot-Proof, Dr. Vivienne Ming helps readers grasp the ugly and the amazing of how individuals, companies, and societies will respond to the changes that are already taking hold due to the advent of AI. Robot-Proof is a book about people, exploring what it means to be human in an increasingly automated world. This book presents, then answers, pressing questions that readers may or may not have thought to themselves, such as: What predicts long-term life outcomes across millions of little kids?Why is the Informational-Exploration Paradox the most terrifying phenomenon you’ve never heard of?What predicts the smartest team and how will AI change it?Why are ill-posed problems the future work, education, and a robot-proof humanity?With poignant insight and delicate care to keep us grounded in the human perspective, Robot-Proof is an entertaining and thought-provoking read for all individuals seeking to understand the next steps in a new and completely unprecedented world. Register today to take part in the discussion!  If you can’t watch it live, register today and receive a link to watch the recorded program. Join us LIVE for a chance to win a copy of Vivienne’s book, Robot-Proof! The giveaway link will be in the Resources area under the broadcast screen during the live event. Please ensure you are watching on your library’s webpage for the chance to participate. 

Motion is Medicine: A Mobility Club Workshop - In Person

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE – NEW DATE is Tuesday, May 12, 7pmLooking to fix shoulder pain? Join the club! Restore your body to its natural state using the functional movements of a Mobility Club. It will help improve your mobility, flexibility, strength, balance and postur......More

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE – NEW DATE is Tuesday, May 12, 7pmLooking to fix shoulder pain? Join the club! Restore your body to its natural state using the functional movements of a Mobility Club. It will help improve your mobility, flexibility, strength, balance and posture. Suitable for everyone and all fitness levels, the class will be conducted at a gentle pace, focusing on correct breathing patterns, proper form and breaking movements down step by step. Move better. Feel better. Try exercising with a Mobility Club today!  Presented by A Club in Motion.

America's Old Masters: The Peale Family - Virtual Program

The Peale family was one of America’s most influential artistic and intellectual family dynasties in early AmericanHistory. This lecture examines the characters of this eccentric, invaluable, and innovative family and highlights theirmany contributions to American cultu......More

The Peale family was one of America’s most influential artistic and intellectual family dynasties in early AmericanHistory. This lecture examines the characters of this eccentric, invaluable, and innovative family and highlights theirmany contributions to American culture. From Charles Willson Peale’s important role as a portrait painter of theAmerican Revolution and founder of one of America’s first museums, to his many children and grandchildren’scontributions in both the arts and sciences, this program will provide a great introduction to a very rich part ofAmerican history.  Presented by Mallory Mortillaro.  Zoom link to be emailed before the program.

Canasta - In Person

Deal Yourself In to Canasta Fun! Looking for a lively way to spend your Wednesday afternoons? Join our Canasta Club at the library! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or have never played before, everyone’s welcome at the table. Drop in any Wednesday from 1:30–4:30 PM.  We’l......More

Deal Yourself In to Canasta Fun! Looking for a lively way to spend your Wednesday afternoons? Join our Canasta Club at the library! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or have never played before, everyone’s welcome at the table. Drop in any Wednesday from 1:30–4:30 PM.  We’ll have basic instructions. All supplies will be provided. Come shuffle, laugh, and make new friends, no registration needed, just bring your enthusiasm! Please note that there is parking on the Library side of Diamond Spring Road. 

Library Chef: Keto Lifestyle Basics - Virtual Program

Keto Lifestyle Basics: Is This Lifestyle For You?  Explore the fundamentals of the keto lifestyle and discover whether it may be the right fit for your health and wellness goals.  Click to register for the program or create your Library Chef account!  (Denville Residen......More

Keto Lifestyle Basics: Is This Lifestyle For You?  Explore the fundamentals of the keto lifestyle and discover whether it may be the right fit for your health and wellness goals.  Click to register for the program or create your Library Chef account!  (Denville Residents may create an account – please use the Library’s zip code where it asks for CODE)

Board of Trustees Meeting

The Board of Trustees of the Library will meet in the Library’s meeting room beginning at 7pm.

Denville Library, 121 Diamond Spring Road, Denville, NJ, 07834, United States

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg at the Library!  Join us every Friday for drop-in Mah Jongg play. Bring your card and set if you have one to enjoy a relaxed, friendly game with fellow players.  No lessons provided—just come ready to play!  Suggested skill level is advanced beginner....More

Mah Jongg at the Library!  Join us every Friday for drop-in Mah Jongg play. Bring your card and set if you have one to enjoy a relaxed, friendly game with fellow players.  No lessons provided—just come ready to play!  Suggested skill level is advanced beginner.