November 12 The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt

Aged thirteen, Theo Decker, son of a devoted mother and a reckless, largely absent father, survives an accident that otherwise tears his life apart. Alone and rudderless in New York, he is taken in by the family of a wealthy friend. He is tormented by an unbearable longing for his mother, and down the years clings to the thing that most reminds him of her: a small, strangely captivating painting that ultimately draws him into the criminal underworld. As he grows up, Theo learns to glide between the drawing rooms of the rich and the dusty antiques store where he works. He is alienated and in love - and his talisman, the painting, places him at the centre of a narrowing, ever more dangerous circle.

The Library's Ms. Michelle will be running a child drop-off event for caregivers who are attending the book club.  This will consist of semi-structured activies in the meeting room.    You MUST register your children via a phonecall with Alexis at 973-226-5441.  No walk-ins will be allowed and caregivers must stay in the book club meeting to utilize this service. There are limited spots available so register early.