Pierre-Auguste Renoir's philosophy can be summed up in this quote: "A picture must be an amiable thing, joyous and pretty-- yes, pretty! There are enough troublesome things in life without inventing others." Renoir's joie de vivre made him one of the most beloved Impressionist painters, although he harbored a dark side to his veneer of […]

The Yellow Brick Road to Populism: L. Frank Baum and the Birth of the American Fairy Tale Long before Hollywood draped it in technicolor, L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, revolutionized children's literature by giving birth to a uniquely American fairy tale. While Baum himself consistently denied any hidden motives, many historians […]

Library Chef's Pop Up Wellness class this month is Intro to Sound Bowls with Melissa.    Experience the calming power of sound bowls. Melissa introduces techniques to use sound for relaxation, stress reduction, and mindfulness.  Click to register for the program or create your Library Chef account!  (Denville Residents may create an account – please use […]

We invite those interested in learning how to safeguard their personal and financial information to join this informative session on fraud, scams and identity theft. Develop an understanding of red flags to look out for, how banks help protect you, how to help protect yourself, and what to do if you become a victim.

This week's movie is The Dead Poet's Society (PG).  A maverick teacher at a prestigious New England boys' boarding school uses poetry to embolden his pupils to new heights of self-expression.  No registration needed. Movie Genre: Coming of Age Movie Run Time: 2 hours, 8 minutes

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 […]

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.

Join historian Greg Caggiano for a look at the "other side" of history. As a seasoned paranormal investigator, Greg has always been interested in things that go bump in the night at historic sites in New Jersey. He has served on two museum boards over the years, both of which were haunted! Profiled in this presentation will be a […]