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Virtual Author Talk- Tananarive Due

Author of The Wishing Pool

2023-06-28 20:00:00 2023-06-28 21:00:00 America/New_York Virtual Author Talk- Tananarive Due Sign up for an exciting virtual chat with the author of your favorite book. Virtual Roxbury Library - Virtual Roxbury Library

Wednesday, June 28
8:00pm - 9:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-28 20:00:00 2023-06-28 21:00:00 America/New_York Virtual Author Talk- Tananarive Due Sign up for an exciting virtual chat with the author of your favorite book. Virtual Roxbury Library - Virtual Roxbury Library

Virtual Roxbury Library

Virtual Roxbury Library

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

Please join us for a chat with Tananarive Due about her newest work, The Wishing Pool and Other Stories. The second collection of stories by the author is full of her signature offerings of horror, science fiction, and suspense while confronting monsters of all kinds, including racism, the monster within, and the supernatural. Due’s prolific body of work cements the author as a leading voice in black speculative fiction for more than 20 years. Due is an award-winning writer, educator, and producer. Her body of work includes sixteen books, including the Blood Colony, The Living Blood, The Good House, Joplin’s Ghost, Devil’s Wake, and the forthcoming The Reformatory. In addition, she is a contributing author of Black Panther: Tales of Wakanda and Black Panther: Sins of the King. Collaborating with her partner Steven Barnes, she also co-wrote "A Small Town" for Season 2 of Jordan Peele’s "The Twilight Zone" on Paramount Plus and two segments of Shudder’s anthology film Horror Noire.

About the Author: Tananarive Due is an American Book Award–winning, Essence bestselling author of sixteen books. She was also a contributor to Jonathan Maberry’s middle grade anthology, Don’t Turn Out the Lights. She has won an American Book Award, an NAACP Image Award, and a British Fantasy Award. She teaches Black Horror and Afrofuturism at UCLA. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Visit her website TananariveDue.com.

Register online or by calling the library at (973) 584-2400.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Author Discussion |

Roxbury Public Library

comments@roxburylibrary.org
Phone: 973-584-2400
Fax: 973-584-5484
Branch manager
Radwa Ali

Hours

Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 8:00PM

Tomorrow's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Oct 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 04 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 05 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 06 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 07 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Oct 08 10:00AM to 3:00PM

About the branch

The Roxbury Township Public Library is a municipal library serving the communities of Succasunna, Ledgewood, Landing, Berkshire Valley, Port Morris, and Kenvil. Residents of the township are eligible to a free library card which enables access to 2.8 million items across the Morris Library Alliance including digital books, museum passes and more.

Upcoming events

Wed, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 35 months and younger.

Wed, Oct 04, 11:15am - 11:45am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 3 years and older.

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

Wed, Oct 04, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Senior Corner
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!
This event is full

Wed, Oct 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Senior Corner
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Wed, Oct 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Senior Corner
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Thu, Oct 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Sensory play is play that stimulates your child's senses - they will enjoy experiencing the world through smell, hearing, and touch.

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.

Thu, Oct 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dr. Wolfe Room
Create, plan, and host programs for teens in the library. Snacks are provided!

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!

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

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.

Fri, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Come check out our latest movie screening.

Fri, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Which M&M flavor is your favorite? Join us for a fun evening of M&M tasting!
This event is full

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.Register

Sat, Oct 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Room
Books, music, and movement for children of all ages!

Sat, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Join us for Pokémon Club! Share your love of Pokémon with everyone. Bring your cards, to show them off, play games, and trade!

Sun, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English. 

Mon, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English. 

Mon, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Paint a pumpkin to get ready for Halloween!
This event is full

Mon, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dr. Wolfe Room
Monthly meeting

Tue, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Tue, Oct 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 0-24 months.

Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room
A weekly science, technology, engineering, arts, and/or math activity recommended for ages 4 and up.

Tue, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sign up for an exciting virtual chat with the author of your favorite book.Register

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?

Wed, Oct 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 35 months and younger.

Wed, Oct 11, 11:15am - 11:45am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 3 years and older.

Wed, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room
All are welcome to learn and play Mah Jongg.

Wed, Oct 11, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

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. Register

Wed, Oct 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Wed, Oct 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Thu, Oct 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
A time to meet other parents and caregivers in the area.

Canceled
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
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.

Fri, Oct 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pavilion or Rec Center Gym
An outdoor (or indoor in bad weather) story time at Horseshoe Lake for all ages!

Fri, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Come check out our latest movie screening.

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.Register

Sat, Oct 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Join us for hands-on arts and crafts just for kids 5 years and younger!

Sat, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Form a team of up to 5 people and follow our clues to places around town. Get tasks to complete around town - race against other families to be the first to finish!

Sun, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English. 

Sun, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Cadettes meeting

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, 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Twice a month, join us for a fun time of exploring with playdough at the library!

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

Tue, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Tue, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 0-24 months.

Tue, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room
A weekly science, technology, engineering, arts, and/or math activity recommended for ages 4 and up.

Canceled
Tue, Oct 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for our fifth annual Roxbury Area Preschool Fair!

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.

Tue, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Talmage Quiet Room
Walk in and meet a therapy animal!

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.

Wed, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Room
Join us for our fifth annual Roxbury Area Preschool Fair!

Wed, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 35 months and younger.

Wed, Oct 18, 11:15am - 11:45am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 3 years and older.

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.Register

Wed, Oct 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Create with Miss Kim!

Wed, Oct 18, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Senior Corner
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Wed, Oct 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Senior Corner
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

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.

Wed, Oct 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Senior Corner
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Wed, Oct 18, 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Monthly Meeting of the Roxbury Coin Club. Everyone 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:

Thu, Oct 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room,Children's Room
In these engaging classes, the books we read come to life as we slither like snakes, hop like frogs and bark like dogs.

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!

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

Fri, Oct 20, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Come check out our latest movie screening.

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! Register

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.Register

Sat, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Room
Sing and play instruments (provided) along with Banjo Bob and favorite children's songs! For all ages.

Sun, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English. 

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!

Tue, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Tue, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 0-24 months.

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.

Tue, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room
A weekly science, technology, engineering, arts, and/or math activity recommended for ages 4 and up.

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.

Wed, Oct 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 35 months and younger.

Wed, Oct 25, 11:15am - 11:45am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 3 years and older.

Wed, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room
All are welcome to learn and play Mah Jongg.

Wed, Oct 25, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Based on the INKtober Challenge by Jake Parker, we will use his prompts for October 2023 to combine and create an awesome Spooky image. https://inktober.com/rules Then we will ink and add one color.

Wed, Oct 25, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Wolfe Room,Senior Corner
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Wed, Oct 25, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Senior Corner
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

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


Wed, Oct 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Senior Corner
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

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, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Join us for Pokémon Club! Share your love of Pokémon with everyone. Bring your cards, to show them off, play games, and trade!

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!

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.

Thu, Oct 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sign up for an exciting virtual chat with the author of your favorite book.Register

Thu, Oct 26, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Virtual Room 1
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.
This event is full

Fri, Oct 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pavilion or Rec Center Gym
An outdoor (or indoor in bad weather) story time at Horseshoe Lake for all ages!

Fri, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Come check out our latest movie screening.

Sat, Oct 28, 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.Register

Sun, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English. 

Sun, Oct 29, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room
Brownies Meeting

Mon, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English. 

Mon, Oct 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Twice a month, join us for a fun time of exploring with playdough at the library!

Mon, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Join us at the library to do a different craft each month!

Canceled
Mon, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Build a support system with people who understand. In partnership with the Alzheimer's Association, this Memory and Book Cafe is conducted by a trained facilitator.

Tue, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Senior Corner
Practice speaking with friendly people who are also working on improving their English.

Tue, Oct 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 0-24 months.

Tue, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room
A weekly science, technology, engineering, arts, and/or math activity recommended for ages 4 and up.

Wed, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 35 months and younger.

Wed, Nov 01, 11:15am - 11:45am
Gazebo,Large Meeting Room
Books, music, and movement for ages 3 years and older.

Wed, Nov 01, 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, Nov 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room
All are welcome to learn and play Mah Jongg.

Wed, Nov 01, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Dr. Wolfe Room
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Wed, Nov 01, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Wolfe Room
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Wed, Nov 01, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Wolfe Room
Get homework help from volunteer high school students!

Wed, Nov 01, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Sign up for an exciting virtual chat with the author of your favorite book.Register

Thu, Nov 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Room,Large Meeting Room
In these engaging classes, the books we read come to life as we slither like snakes, hop like frogs and bark like dogs.
Registration opens Sunday, October 15 2023 at 12:00am

Thu, Nov 02, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Local artists bring own art supplies and paint/draw in an encouraging workshop-style atmosphere.

Thu, Nov 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dr. Wolfe Room
Create, plan, and host programs for teens in the library. Snacks are provided!

Thu, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room
Come dance away the calories to Zumba! No experience necessary. and get ready for some serious FUN!

Thu, Nov 02, 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.

Fri, Nov 03, 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.

Fri, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Come check out our latest movie screening.