Adult Events

Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

Wed, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room

All are welcome to learn and play Mah Jongg.

Wed, Sep 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

All meetings open to the public. Zoom room information:

Dial by location:

+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)

Meeting ID: 899 8414 3772

Passcode: 781756

10 Key Elements of an Effective Job Search - A Business Beyond Basics Program (In Person)

Wed, Sep 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Large Meeting Room

What else could you/should you be doing for your job search? Kathy Vincelette of The Women's Center at CCM will discuss strategies for landing a position, plus methods that get the best results.

Virtual Author Talk- Amor Towles - Author of The Lincoln Highway

Wed, Sep 27, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Sign up for an exciting virtual chat with the author of your favorite book.

Thu, Sep 28, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Local artists bring own art supplies and paint/draw in an encouraging workshop-style atmosphere.

Thu, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Come dance away the calories to Zumba! No experience necessary. and get ready for some serious FUN!

General Grant and the Verdict of History - Virtual event hosted by North Jersey Civil War Round Table

Thu, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 7:55pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

Smart Recovery is an addiction recovery support group. If you want to know more or attend a meeting, please contact marilyn.kahn@roxburylibrary.org or call Marilyn at the library at 973-584-2400.

Thu, Sep 28, 6:55pm - 8:30pm

In General Grant and the Verdict of History, Professor Varney looks at Grant’s relationship with three other Civil War generals: “Fighting Joe” Hooker; George H. Thomas; and Gov. Kemble Warren.

Free ESL Conversation Class - Virtual - Practice speaking English with friendly people.

Thu, Sep 28, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Virtual Room 1

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

This event is full

Movie: The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent

Fri, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Come check out our latest movie screening.

Tai Chi at 10:30am - Chinese martial art described as "meditation in motion"

Sat, Sep 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Large Meeting Room

Learn Tai Chi series of movements. We'll focus on your balance, structure, posture, breath, relaxation, energy flow, and more. For this class, there is a $5 fee payable online with your registration.

Sun, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Write On: Writers' Workshop - No experience necessary

Mon, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Mon, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

Like to write?

Free ESL Conversation Class - Practice speaking English with friendly people.

Tue, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Francisco de Goya: - Last of the Old Masters, First of the Moderns

Tue, Oct 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room 1

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, Janet Mandel's talk covers Francisco Jose de Goya y Lucientes' remarkable life of intrigue, tragedy and creative intensity, illustrated by his dazzling works.

Literary Horizons - New members ALWAYS welcome!

Wed, Oct 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Talmage Quiet Room

Join us the first Wednesday of the month at 12p. Register online or call the library at 973 584-2400

Wed, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room

All are welcome to learn and play Mah Jongg.

Thu, Oct 05, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Local artists bring own art supplies and paint/draw in an encouraging workshop-style atmosphere.

Canceled

Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Come dance away the calories to Zumba! No experience necessary. and get ready for some serious FUN!

Thu, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Come dance away the calories to Zumba! No experience necessary. and get ready for some serious FUN!

Free ESL Conversation Class - Virtual - Practice speaking English with friendly people.

Thu, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 7:55pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

Smart Recovery is an addiction recovery support group. If you want to know more or attend a meeting, please contact marilyn.kahn@roxburylibrary.org or call Marilyn at the library at 973-584-2400.

Thu, Oct 05, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Virtual Room 1

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

This event is full

What's Cooking, Roxbury -- First Fridays @ 11am - Food, Friends, Fun - Bring a dish (see the theme!) to share

Fri, Oct 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

Do you enjoy cooking, sharing ideas, and kitchen tips? Discover new cookbooks and connect with other adventurous cooks and bakers. Each month we’ll explore a different theme through sharing a recipe.

Movie: Love Again

Fri, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Come check out our latest movie screening.

Tai Chi at 10:30am - Chinese martial art described as

Sat, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Large Meeting Room

Learn Tai Chi series of movements. We'll focus on your balance, structure, posture, breath, relaxation, energy flow, and more. For this class, there is a $5 fee payable online with your registration.

Sun, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Free ESL Conversation Class - Practice speaking English with friendly people.

Mon, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Virtual Author Talk- Rick Steves - Author of European Travel Guidebook

Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sign up for an exciting virtual chat with the author of your favorite book.

Short History of Election Reform in America - Elections: a source of pride, dispute and conflict in the US

Outdoor Single Friends

Tue, Oct 10, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

Single friends age 50+ meet outdoors.

Tue, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Large Meeting Room

Since the beginning of the United States, elections have been a source of pride for Americans but also a subject of dispute and sometimes armed conflict. Were reform movements successful?

SCORE of Northwest NJ Office Hours - Free, confidential mentoring w/ local business professionals

Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room

All are welcome to learn and play Mah Jongg.

Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Senior Corner

SCORE offers free professional mentoring, consulting, webinars and workshops to help businesses thrive. Meet a SCORE representative and discuss what services will be most helpful for your business.

It Takes a Village - Parent and Caregiver Meetup

Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Children's Room

A time to meet other parents and caregivers in the area.

Canceled

La Fiesta, Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month - Food, Festivities, and Family Fun!

Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Come dance away the calories to Zumba! No experience necessary. and get ready for some serious FUN!

Thu, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Children's Room,Dr. Wolfe Room,Large Meeting Room,Senior Corner,Talmage Quiet Room,Teen Room

Explore Hispanic cultures through music, cuisine, hands-on crafts, Story Time in Spanish, and special appearances.

Canceled

Free ESL Conversation Class - Virtual - Practice speaking English with friendly people.

Thu, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:55pm

Smart Recovery is an addiction recovery support group. If you want to know more or attend a meeting, please contact marilyn.kahn@roxburylibrary.org or call Marilyn at the library at 973-584-2400.

Canceled

Thu, Oct 12, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Movie: BlackBerry

Fri, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Come check out our latest movie screening.

Sew a Fabric Wine Tote - Sewing Workshop for Adults

Fri, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Can’t sew a stitch? No problem! By the end of the workshop, you can add operating a sewing machine to your list of talents. Very limited availability.

Sun, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Monday Evening Book Club - All Are Welcome!

Mon, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Mon, Oct 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Large Meeting Room

Meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 7pm. Register online or call the library at 973 584-2400

Free ESL Conversation Class - Practice speaking English with friendly people.

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Preschool Fair

Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Children's Room

Join us for our fifth annual Roxbury Area Preschool Fair!

What's Cooking, Roxbury - Third Tuesdays @ 6:30pm - Food, Friends, Fun - Bring a dish (see the theme!) to share

Tue, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

Enjoy cooking, sharing ideas, and kitchen tips? Discover new cookbooks & connect with other adventurous cooks & bakers. Each month explore a different theme through each participant sharing a recipe.

Natural Support for Breast Cancer with Author Daniella Chace - Virtual Program

Tue, Oct 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual Room 1

Learn about benefits of a whole plant foods diet and natural food nutrients that trigger cancer cell removal, and healing foods, as well as breast carcinogens in modern homes and how to remove them.

Preschool Fair

Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Children's Room

Join us for our fifth annual Roxbury Area Preschool Fair!

Virtual Author Talk- Ruth Ware - Author of Zero Days

Wed, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room

All are welcome to learn and play Mah Jongg.

Wed, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sign up for an exciting virtual chat with the author of your favorite book.

“What’s It Worth” presentation by - Roxbury Coin Club

Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Large Meeting Room

Members of the Roxbury Coin Club will help you determine if your coins are valuable or fabulous fauxs.

Roxbury Coin Club

Wed, Oct 18, 7:45pm - 9:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Monthly Meeting of the Roxbury Coin Club. Everyone welcome.

Thursday Morning book Club - New members ALWAYS welcome!

Thu, Oct 19, 10:15am - 11:45am

Talmage Quiet Room

Register online or call the library at 973 584-2400 and join us Thursday Mornings for these upcoming reads:

Walking Talking Book Club - On the move book discussion

Thu, Oct 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Join us for a moving discussion of a great read! Weather permitting, we will meet at the back entrance to the Library and walk the adjacent cemetery.

Thu, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Local artists bring own art supplies and paint/draw in an encouraging workshop-style atmosphere.

Thu, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Come dance away the calories to Zumba! No experience necessary. and get ready for some serious FUN!

Free ESL Conversation Class - Virtual - Practice speaking English with friendly people.

Thu, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:55pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

Smart Recovery is an addiction recovery support group. If you want to know more or attend a meeting, please contact marilyn.kahn@roxburylibrary.org or call Marilyn at the library at 973-584-2400.

Thu, Oct 19, 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Virtual Room 1

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

This event is full

Movie: Book Club - The Next Chapter

Fri, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Come check out our latest movie screening.

Paint and Sip -- Spooky Starry Night - Special Event!

Fri, Oct 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Special Event! Join us for a special combined Paint & Sip benefiting the Friends of the Roxbury Library and the Roxbury Woman's Club!

Tai Chi at 10:30am - Chinese martial art described as

Sat, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Large Meeting Room

Learn Tai Chi series of movements. We'll focus on your balance, structure, posture, breath, relaxation, energy flow, and more. For this class, there is a $5 fee payable online with your registration.

Sun, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

AI Tools to Boost your Productivity - A Business Beyond Basics Program (In Person)

Mon, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Mon, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Large Meeting Room

Library Director and IT guru Radwa Ali gives a bird's eye overview of latest AI apps you'll actually want to use!

Free ESL Conversation Class - Practice speaking English with friendly people.

Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Senior Corner

Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Medicare Made Easy - Confusion to clarity in 60 minutes

Tue, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Learn how to review your coverage and make any changes necessary to be assured your Medicare health plan and prescription drug coverage meet your needs for the following year.

The Buzz on Backyard Beekeeping - Curious about starting/maintaining your own colony?

Tue, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Large Meeting Room

What’s all the buzz about backyard beekeeping? Jackie Vitiello, Roxbury resident, Environmental Commissioner and beekeeper, shares what you need to know about beekeeping in your own backyard.

Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

Wed, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room

All are welcome to learn and play Mah Jongg.

Wed, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

All meetings open to the public. Zoom room information:

Dial by location:

+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)

Meeting ID: 899 8414 3772

Passcode: 781756

It Takes a Village - Parent and Caregiver Meetup

Thu, Oct 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Children's Room

A time to meet other parents and caregivers in the area.

Thu, Oct 26, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Local artists bring own art supplies and paint/draw in an encouraging workshop-style atmosphere.

Thu, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Large Meeting Room

Come dance away the calories to Zumba! No experience necessary. and get ready for some serious FUN!

Gen. Grant's Concepts of Leadership in Taking Tennessee: - The Strategic Operations that Secured Shiloh

Thu, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:55pm

Dr. Wolfe Room

Smart Recovery is an addiction recovery support group. If you want to know more or attend a meeting, please contact marilyn.kahn@roxburylibrary.org or call Marilyn at the library at 973-584-2400.

Thu, Oct 26, 6:55pm - 8:30pm

North Civil War Round Table VIRTUALLY presents author and historian Dr. Heidi Amelia-Anne Weber.

Virtual Author Talk- John Irving - Author of The Last Chairlift

Thu, Oct 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Sign up for an exciting virtual chat with the author of your favorite book.