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November 2026 issue · Community news

November at Morristown & Morris Township Library

The library offers history, music, films, art discussions and activities for children and teens this November. Highlights are listed below; the complete schedule is available at mmtlibrary.org.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

West Side Story: From Stage to Screen

November 3 • 7 p.m. • In person and Zoom

John Kenrick explores the history of the celebrated musical. Register through the online calendar.

All in the Family Film Series

November 5 • 6:45 p.m. — Rental Family; November 12 • 6:45 p.m. — Lion; November 19 • 6:45 p.m. — Avalon

Doors open 30 minutes before each screening. Light refreshments will be served.

Margaret’s Diary During a Revolution

November 15 • 2 p.m.

Actor Gayle Stahlhuth portrays Margaret Morris, sharing diary entries about the Battle of Trenton in 1776.

Carole King: She Made the Earth Move

November 16 • 7 p.m. • Zoom

Author Jane Eisner discusses King’s professional accomplishments, personal challenges and contributions to American music. Registration required.

The Life and Works of Norman Rockwell

November 17 • 7 p.m. • Zoom

Explore the stories behind Rockwell’s iconic images, including his Saturday Evening Post covers and later works. Registration required.

John Singer Sargent: Romance, Drama & the Visual World

November 23 and December 7 • 7 p.m. • Zoom

This two-part program examines the American artist’s life and career. Registration required.

CHILDREN AND TEENS

Children’s Room Scavenger Hunt

November 2–15 • During library hours

Find 12 hidden pictures and collect a bookmark after completing the hunt.

Hedgehog Craft

November 2–8 • During library hours

Children ages 4–11 can create a construction-paper hedgehog while supplies last.

Crochet Camp • Grades 3–5

November 3, 10, 17 and 24 • 5:30 p.m.

Learn basic stitches and how to read patterns. Starter supplies are provided. Register at mmtlibrary.org/kids/.

Baby Stories & Songs • Ages 6 months–2 years

November 9 and 23 • 10:30 a.m.

High School Book Club • Grades 9–12

November 9 • 6 p.m.

Discuss Piper at the Gates of Dusk by Patrick Ness.

Middle School Book Club • Grades 6–8

November 10 • 6 p.m.

Discuss The Deep & Dark Blue by Niki Smith.

Teen Spice Club

November 23 • 6 p.m.

Experiment with spices for seasonal drinks, including cider, tea and hot cocoa. Teen registration is required at mmtlibrary.org/teens.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

For all programs, recurring activities and registration details, visit mmtlibrary.org or mmtlibrary.libcal.com/calendar.

Address: 1 Miller Road, Morristown. Phone: 973-538-6161.

Thanksgiving schedule: Closing at 3 p.m. November 25; closed November 26–27.

Source: Morristown & Morris Township Library

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