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Banned Books Week Trivia

2025-10-08 16:30:00 2025-10-08 17:30:00 America/New_York Banned Books Week Trivia Test your knowledge of banned books for a chance at winning a prize. Maplewood Memorial Library - Community Room

Wednesday, October 08
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-08 16:30:00 2025-10-08 17:30:00 America/New_York Banned Books Week Trivia Test your knowledge of banned books for a chance at winning a prize. Maplewood Memorial Library - Community Room

Test your knowledge of banned books for a chance at winning a prize.

Do you know the top 10 books challenged in 2025, or why books like the dictionary have been banned at some libraries and schools? Join this fun quiz competition to test your knowledge and learn more about Banned Books Week. Hosted by the Teen Services Librarian, this trivia contest will focus on books for teens.

Players will need a smartphone, chromebook, or other internet-enabled device to participate. Participants must compete solo; no teams or outside help. Registration is appreciated, but not required.

Maplewood Memorial Library

Phone: 973-762-1688

Hours
Mon, Sep 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 19 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 Closed

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Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 4:00pm
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Test your knowledge of banned books for a chance at winning a prize.

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