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Odyssey Novels Book Club NEW

with Prof. Mary English of Montclair State University
2024-09-21 14:00:00 2024-09-21 15:30:00 America/New_York Odyssey Novels Book Club NEW This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the link below to register on the Adult School website. Main Library - Tower Room

Saturday, September 21
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-21 14:00:00 2024-09-21 15:30:00 America/New_York Odyssey Novels Book Club NEW This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the link below to register on the Adult School website. Main Library - Tower Room

Main Library

Tower Room

This is a paid Adult School class. Click on the link below to register on the Adult School website.

Join Mary English, classics professor at Montclair State University, for a lively three-month book club this fall to explore these popular, critically acclaimed novelistic takes on the Odyssey. You'll have a month to finish each book and they're all worth a re-read if you happen to have read one of them already.

September 21: "Circe" by Madeline Miller
October 19: "The Penelopiad" by Margaret Atwood
November 16: "Ithaka by Adele Geras

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion |

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Main Library - Cafe Area
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming... more
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming environment.
Computer Basics Lab - Northstar Digital Literacy
Wed, Jan 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Classroom
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows,... more
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows, Word, Excel, and more, please join us!
HESAA Financial Aid Information Session - (Teens & Parents)
Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join HESAA (Higher Education Student Assistance Authority) for an overview of the financial aid process -- you'll also learn about... more
Join HESAA (Higher Education Student Assistance Authority) for an overview of the financial aid process -- you'll also learn about grants, scholarships, and loans offered by the State of New Jersey.
Raising Readers - (birth to 5 years)
Thu, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Main Library - Storytime Room
Join us in activities to raise up lifelong readers! We’ll be hearing stories, singing songs and setting a strong foundation for... more
Join us in activities to raise up lifelong readers! We’ll be hearing stories, singing songs and setting a strong foundation for literacy skills.
Chess and Coffee
Thu, Jan 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for open play chess and coffee!
MILL @ MPL - Senior Fridays
Fri, Jan 31, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
A day of activities for Seniors - every Friday!
Baby Hang Out - (Babies up to 1 year)
Fri, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Storytime Room
Babies come hang out with other babies! Books and toys will be provided.
Shoulder Health Presentation - with Mark Holmes
Fri, Jan 31, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main - Tower & Staff Instruction Rm.
Join Physical Therapist Mark Holmes for a presentation on Shoulder Health from a PT perspective.
Dog Man Supa Epic Event - (all ages)
Fri, Jan 31, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Calling all Dog Man fans! The Dog Man movie is out! To celebrate, join us for a supa epic get together. Come on by for fun activities,... more
Calling all Dog Man fans! The Dog Man movie is out! To celebrate, join us for a supa epic get together. Come on by for fun activities, cool giveaways and lots of laughs!
RevPrep Free Online SAT Practice Exam - (Grades 9 - 12)
Sat, Feb 01, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite
Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions is essential to being ready for the official test. Sign up now to take a free... more
Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions is essential to being ready for the official test. Sign up now to take a free practice SAT exam, offered by Revolution Prep.
Register
Computer Basics Lab - Northstar Digital Literacy
Sat, Feb 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Classroom
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows,... more
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows, Word, Excel, and more, please join us!
Teen Room Hangout - (Ages 12 - 18)
Mon, Feb 03, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room and make bracelets!
No registration required.
Read to KoKo the Therapy Dog - (ages 5-16)
Mon, Feb 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Storytime Room
Come read aloud to KoKo the therapy dog, a dear friend of the library! * This is not a drop-in event. Registration required.
Register
Homeschooling Open House - (All ages)
Tue, Feb 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join the monthly gathering of families that homeschool and make new friends. Librarian, Enola Romano, will display parenting books about... more
Join the monthly gathering of families that homeschool and make new friends. Librarian, Enola Romano, will display parenting books about homeschooling. Bring your favorite board game to share.
Tech Help Tuesdays - One-on-One Drop-ins with Guitry
Tue, Feb 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Library Plaza
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech... more
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech Help Tuesdays.
Warming Wednesdays
Wed, Feb 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Cafe Area
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming... more
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming environment.
Navigating College Admissions - (Teens & Parents)
Wed, Feb 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Offsite
Our friends at Stand Out for College will share information on current college admissions trends and tips on finding colleges that are a... more
Our friends at Stand Out for College will share information on current college admissions trends and tips on finding colleges that are a good fit!
Registration required.
Register
Jack and Jill - Jill and Jill
Sat, Feb 08, 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Cheryl Moon-Young 202-355-3811
Memory Café - A Dementia-Friendly Social Gathering
Mon, Feb 10, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
For adults with dementia and their caregivers offers a welcoming, safe, calming space for socializing, music, art and reminiscing every... more
For adults with dementia and their caregivers offers a welcoming, safe, calming space for socializing, music, art and reminiscing every month.
Teen Room Hangout - (Ages 12 - 18)
Mon, Feb 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room and make bracelets!
No registration required.
Montclair Public Library Board Of Trustees Meeting
Mon, Feb 10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
The Board of Trustees meets to discuss issues of governance of the Library. Meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Open... more
The Board of Trustees meets to discuss issues of governance of the Library. Meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act.
The Everything Book Club - "The Color of Water" by James McBride
Tue, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Main Library
A live, lively librarian-led book club discussion about a wide range of titles and genres. Registration required.
Tech Help Tuesdays - One-on-One Drop-ins with Guitry
Tue, Feb 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Library Plaza
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech... more
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech Help Tuesdays.
Women and Money Roundtable - How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets
Wed, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
A virtual, lively, and informative discussion on today’s financial markets and how they might fit into your portfolio.
Warming Wednesdays
Wed, Feb 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Cafe Area
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming... more
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming environment.
Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)
Wed, Feb 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration... more
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration is required. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month.
Pokémon Club - (Ages 7 - 18)
Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Storytime Room
Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade... more
Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade sets ready to go! You will have to bring your own Switch.
This event is full
Teen Pride and Prejudice and Zombies Party - (Ages 12 - 18)
Wed, Feb 12, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Celebrate Valentine's Day in style with snacks and a screening of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies!
Registration recommended.
Teen Book Club - (Ages 12 - 18)
Thu, Feb 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tower Room
Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! We meet on the second... more
Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! We meet on the second Thursday of every month.
Registration is required.
Write Group Reads - Write Group Open Mic
Sun, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Carl Selinger
Tech Help Tuesdays - One-on-One Drop-ins with Guitry
Tue, Feb 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Library Plaza
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech... more
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech Help Tuesdays.
Open Book, Open Mind; Jennifer Jones, "Becoming Spectacular" - The First African American Rockette
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium,Conference Room
The first African American Rockette discusses her journey to one of the world's most celebrated dance troupes with Montclair's own... more
The first African American Rockette discusses her journey to one of the world's most celebrated dance troupes with Montclair's own Sharron Miller of SMAPA.
Warming Wednesdays
Wed, Feb 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming... more
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming environment.
Computer Basics Lab - Northstar Digital Literacy
Wed, Feb 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows,... more
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows, Word, Excel, and more, please join us!
Word Press Meetup - Word Press Meetup
Wed, Feb 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Mike Auteri
Storytime Yoga for Tweens - (Ages 8 - 14)
Fri, Feb 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for fun filled yoga sessions -- just for tweens! Instructor Brittany Martorella will lead you through an enchanting yoga class... more
Join us for fun filled yoga sessions -- just for tweens! Instructor Brittany Martorella will lead you through an enchanting yoga class that weaves in yoga myths and stories.
Registration required.
Girl Scouts of America - Girl Scouts of America
Sat, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Classroom
andrea schultz Jessanne Collins
Computer Basics Lab - Northstar Digital Literacy
Sat, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows,... more
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows, Word, Excel, and more, please join us!
Teen Room Hangout - (Ages 12 - 18)
Mon, Feb 24, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room and make bracelets!
No registration required.
Read to KoKo the Therapy Dog - (ages 5-16)
Mon, Feb 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Storytime Room
Come read aloud to KoKo the therapy dog, a dear friend of the library! * This is not a drop-in event. Registration required.
Register
Tech Help Tuesdays - One-on-One Drop-ins with Guitry
Tue, Feb 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Library Plaza
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech... more
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech Help Tuesdays.
Open Book, Open Mind; Curtis Sittenfeld, "Show Don't Tell"
Tue, Feb 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium,Conference Room
The New York Times bestselling author of "Eligible" and "Romantic Comedy" discusses her latest book of sharp, witty stories with her own... more
The New York Times bestselling author of "Eligible" and "Romantic Comedy" discusses her latest book of sharp, witty stories with her own longtime editor, Jennifer Hershey.
Warming Wednesdays
Wed, Feb 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Cafe Area
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming... more
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming environment.
Teen Room Hangout - (Ages 12 - 18)
Mon, Mar 03, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room and make bracelets!
No registration required.
Tech Help Tuesdays - One-on-One Drop-ins with Guitry
Tue, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Library Plaza
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech... more
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech Help Tuesdays.
Warming Wednesdays
Wed, Mar 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Cafe Area
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming... more
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming environment.
Teen Room Hangout - (Ages 12 - 18)
Mon, Mar 10, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room and make bracelets!
No registration required.
Tech Help Tuesdays - One-on-One Drop-ins with Guitry
Tue, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Library Plaza
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech... more
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech Help Tuesdays.
Navigating College Admissions - (Teens & Parents)
Tue, Mar 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Offsite
Our friends at Stand Out for College will share information on current college admissions trends and tips on finding colleges that are a... more
Our friends at Stand Out for College will share information on current college admissions trends and tips on finding colleges that are a good fit!
Registration required.
Register
Women and Money Roundtable - How to Make Sense of Today's Financial Markets
Wed, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library
A virtual, lively, and informative discussion on today’s financial markets and how they might fit into your portfolio.
Warming Wednesdays
Wed, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Cafe Area
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming... more
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming environment.
Teen Anime Club - (Ages 12 - 18)
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration... more
Join us for Teen Anime Club. Each month, we'll watch the first three episodes of a different anime and discuss over snacks!
Registration is required. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month.
Pokémon Club - (Ages 7 - 18)
Wed, Mar 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Storytime Room
Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade... more
Join us for Pokémon Club -- you can battle your friends on Switch or using your cards! Don't have a deck? Don't worry, we have premade sets ready to go! You will have to bring your own Switch.
This event is full
Computer Basics Lab - Northstar Digital Literacy
Wed, Mar 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Classroom
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows,... more
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows, Word, Excel, and more, please join us!
Teen Book Club - (Ages 12 - 18)
Thu, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tower Room
Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! We meet on the second... more
Join us for our monthly Teen Book Club. Each month, we'll read books from a different theme or genre and discuss! We meet on the second Thursday of every month.
Registration is required.
Computer Basics Lab - Northstar Digital Literacy
Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Classroom
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows,... more
If you are looking for an opportunity to assess and build the basic skills needed to master computer and internet use, email, Windows, Word, Excel, and more, please join us!
Write Group Reads - Write Group Open Mic
Sun, Mar 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Carl Selinger
Teen Room Hangout - (Ages 12 - 18)
Mon, Mar 17, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Room
Come hang out with your friends in the Teen Room and make bracelets!
No registration required.
Montclair Public Library Board Of Trustees Meeting
Mon, Mar 17, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Library - Auditorium
The Board of Trustees meets to discuss issues of governance of the Library. Meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Open... more
The Board of Trustees meets to discuss issues of governance of the Library. Meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act.
Tech Help Tuesdays - One-on-One Drop-ins with Guitry
Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Library Plaza
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech... more
Do you need any tips, tricks, or quick fixes for your laptop, tablet, or mobile device? You can ask about these and more during Tech Help Tuesdays.
Warming Wednesdays
Wed, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Cafe Area
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming... more
Stop by for free coffee, hot cocoa, snacks, and relaxing activities like coloring, word searches, and drawing in a warm, welcoming environment.
Storytime Yoga for Tweens - (Ages 8 - 14)
Fri, Mar 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Auditorium
Join us for fun filled yoga sessions -- just for tweens! Instructor Brittany Martorella will lead you through an enchanting yoga class... more
Join us for fun filled yoga sessions -- just for tweens! Instructor Brittany Martorella will lead you through an enchanting yoga class that weaves in yoga myths and stories.
Registration required.
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