[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 15986]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 CELEBRATING THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS PUBLIC 
                                LIBRARY

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                      HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 18, 2014

  Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Parsippany-
Troy Hills Public Library, located in Morris County, New Jersey, as it 
celebrates its 30th Anniversary.
  The Parsippany Public Library aims to promote a lifelong interest in 
library use and learning in a diverse community. The library utilizes 
various forms of media and technology to create an active role in 
learning for people of all ages. Boasting user-friendly technologies 
that are accessible and convenient for the community, the library 
serves as a central meeting place for residents. In coordinated efforts 
with the local school system and township departments, the Parsippany 
Library serves a key role in the education of the community throughout 
all ages.
  The Parsippany Friends of the Library, established in 1984, is a 
volunteer, non-profit organization that is committed to enhancing and 
supporting the library. Through various fundraising events, the Friends 
of the Library are able to provide the local libraries with 
supplemental funds to support their programs. The Friends of the 
Library also advocate for the library, helping to grow the library and 
the community. The funds they raise are put towards technological 
advancements, book and media purchases, and programs for people of all 
ages.
  The library system consists of three separate libraries, the main 
library and two branches in Lake Hiawatha and in Mount Tabor. The main 
library moved to its newest headquarters in 2006, only a short walk 
away from the local elementary, middle, and high schools. The state-of-
the-art facility encompasses 38,000 square feet and includes a vast 
collection of books, meeting rooms, and study areas. The main library 
is home to a large children's book collection and program room, several 
tutorial and study areas, and a meeting space for 200 people. The 
headquarters serves as the central location for the library system.
  The Lake Hiawatha location was established in 1937, but has remained 
in the same location since 1968. In 1994, the interior of the building 
was expanded to better serve the needs of the community. Similar to the 
main library, the Lake Hiawatha branch sits a centrally located area 
that is within walking distance for many residents. The Lake Hiawatha 
branch offers many after-school programs for children and story time 
for younger residents. They also organize a film discussion series 
given by a college professor for the community.
  The Mount Tabor library, the oldest of the three, has occupied the 
same building since 1889. Like the other locations, the Mount Tabor 
locale offers several programs for children and adults. Due to its 
small size, many of the programs are offered across the street in a 
park. The Mount Tabor location also sits within walking distance for 
the residents of the area.
  Through the funding and support of the Friends of the Library, the 
Parsippany-Troy Hills library looks to continue to offer a wide range 
of programs and support for its community at each of its locations. 
They hope that, along with the community, they can continue to promote 
lifelong learning.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues to join me in congratulating 
the Parsippany-Troy Hills Library as they celebrate their 30th 
Anniversary.

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