The Force Was Strong with Reading at East Hanover Library

East Hanover Public Library brought a little intergalactic adventure to its Star Wars Reads celebration, encouraging readers of all ages to explore books and use their imaginations.

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An AI in Healthcare panel brings professional perspectives to the Novartis mentoring program.

November 2026

Building Futures Through Mentorship at Novartis

A conversation with a mentor can help a student see possibilities that once felt out of reach. At Novartis, that idea is at the heart of a teen mentoring program that connects young people with professionals, introduces career opportunities and encourages students to think boldly about their futures.

November 2026

Make a Holiday Memory with Your Furry Friend

Pets can join the holiday fun at Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter’s Holiday Pet Portraits event on Saturday, November 14, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Tom Rinaldi Recreation Center on 5th Street in East Hanover.

Hanover Park students display habitat sculptures created in the new 3D Art class.

November 2026

Art Goes Wild in Hanover Park’s New 3D Class

Art is taking on a wild new dimension at Hanover Park High School, where students in the new 3D Art class are creating sculptures with a purpose: providing habitats for small animals.

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Ken Schept, author of the children’s picture book “A Gift of Feathers.”

November 2026

Author Panel Explores the Stories Behind the Books

The Hanover Township Cultural Arts Committee brought the craft of writing into focus October 11 with a free author panel at the municipal building in Whippany. The program offered local readers and aspiring writers a closer look at how an idea becomes a book.

Hanover Park science students display their “Histology Dating Profiles,” created to review the structures, functions and characteristics of human tissues.

November 2026

It’s a Match! Hanover Park Students Give Body Tissues a Personality

Looking for someone supportive? Connective tissue might be your match. Prefer a good communicator? Nervous tissue has plenty of signals to send.

Frank J. Smith School students celebrate Week of Respect.

November 2026

Frank J. Smith Students Celebrate Kindness During Week of Respect

Kindness, inclusion and treating others with respect took center stage during a Week of Respect celebration at Frank J. Smith School in East Hanover. Classroom snapshots captured smiling students gathered with classmates in front of a Week of Respect display.

Central Elementary School students celebrate earning Golden Paws and points for their houses.

November 2026

Golden Paws Celebrate Character and Community at Central Elementary

Central Elementary School students are starting the 2026–2027 school year on a golden note, earning the first Golden Paws and adding points to their school houses.

Hanover Park High School’s Independent Reading Program gives students opportunities to choose books, read during class and share recommendations with peers.

November 2026

Turning the Page: Hanover Park Puts Reading Choices in Students’ Hands

Hanover Park High School’s English Department is taking a fresh approach to encouraging reading: letting students choose books that reflect their interests.

November 2026

Meet Your New Best Friend at Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter

Looking for a new companion? Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter in East Hanover invites visitors to meet Rosette, Emma and other animals waiting for loving homes.

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