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Diwali Celebration

Celebrate the Festival of Lights -- All are Welcome!
2026-10-14 18:00:00 2026-10-14 19:30:00 America/New_York Diwali Celebration Celebrate the joy and traditions of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, through storytelling, Bollywood-inspired dance, and origami. All ages welcome. Roxbury Public Library - Children's Room, Large Type Corner, Talmage Quiet Room, Teen Room

Wednesday, October 14
6:00pm - 7:30pm

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Roxbury Public Library

Children's Room, Large Type Corner, Talmage Quiet Room, Teen Room

Celebrate the joy and traditions of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, through storytelling, Bollywood-inspired dance, and origami. All ages welcome.

Celebrate the joy and traditions of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, at the Library! This engaging 90-minute, fully hosted interactive program invites participants of all ages to discover the meaning and customs of one of the world's most widely celebrated festivals.

Through captivating storytelling, lively Bollywood-inspired dance instruction, and a hands-on origami craft, attendees will experience the rich culture, history, and spirit of Diwali.

Join us for an evening of learning, creativity, and community as we celebrate the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. 

About the Presenter: Ananta Bhatia leads events through her company Namaste India, Hindi Dance and Culture LLC.

This program is made possible through Morris Arts and the Friends of Roxbury Library.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Families | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General | Crafts & Making | Arts & Entertainment |

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Tue, Oct 06, 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual Room 1
Chair Yoga is a gentle yoga offering that is appropriate for nearly everyone. Modifications are offered throughout the class, allowing each student to progress at their own pace.
Rox In Stitches - Knit & Crochet -- All Fiber Arts Welcome
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Talmage Quiet Room
Whether you are a casual knitter, an expert crocheter, or want to learn how, join us as we create and chat. Bring your own project. Limited materials will be available for those new to the crafts.
Free ESL Conversation Class - Practice speaking English with friendly people.
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Type Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.
Let's Speak French Conversation Table - Advanced - Practice Speaking French
Tue, Oct 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Wolfe Room
For more experienced French speakers, to maintain and improve their fluency. Sessions may include conversation, grammar, translation, articles, films & cultural discussions in a welcoming atmosphere.
Books for Babies
Tue, Oct 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 0-24 months.
Let's Speak French Conversation Table - Elementary French - Practice Speaking French
Tue, Oct 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dr. Wolfe Room
Want to brush up on your high school French? Expand vocabulary, strengthen grammar, and improve your accent? Join a friendly group of learners working together to develop elementary French skills.
Let's Speak Spanish - Spanish Conversation Table
Tue, Oct 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Large Type Corner
Hablas espanol? Join other Spanish speakers for an informal conversation group.
Navigating Hope visits Roxbury Library - Social Service Resources Available
Tue, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Morris County's Navigating Hope van and staff will be on site, offering social service benefits, eligibility screenings and application assistance, as well as connections to other community services.
Afternoon Story Time
Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for 2-5 year olds.
Local Author Talk: Louis L. Picone & "The President Is Dead! - Stories of Presidential Deaths, Final Days, Burials"
Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Roxbury resident/author Louis L. Picone shares from his book how our presidents met their ends, the circumstances of their deaths, the pomp of their funerals, and their public afterlives.
Roxbury Girl Scout Leaders
Tue, Oct 06, 7:50pm - 9:00pm
Large Meeting Room
General Meeting
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