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Virtual Author Talk with Dr. Vivienne Ming

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Help Session

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Benigno Room at Library of the Chathams
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a Bring Your Own Device help session at the library! Do you need help adding new contacts to your phone, sending an email, or adding & using new apps on your device?

Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Benigno Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a Bring Your Own Device help session at the library! Do you need help adding new contacts to your phone, sending an email, or adding & using new apps on your device?

This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Woman's Club Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens

For Grades 3 to 12

Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Woman's Club Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

For Grades 3 to 12

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

STEAM It Up! Airplanes: Grades 4 to 8

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Lundt Room at Library of the Chathams
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Our STEAM program will provide students with a welcoming space to create, build, and inspire each other while gaining a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Lundt Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Our STEAM program will provide students with a welcoming space to create, build, and inspire each other while gaining a deeper understanding of the world around them.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Peale Family: America’s Old Masters

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online via Zoom at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults

The Peale family was one of America’s most influential artistic and intellectual family dynasties in early American History.

Open
Registration Encouraged
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Online via Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

The Peale family was one of America’s most influential artistic and intellectual family dynasties in early American History.

This event is in the "Children" group

Once Upon a Paintbrush: Toddlers

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Benigno Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Connect literature and process art during our Once Upon a Paintbrush program for toddlers!

Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Benigno Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Connect literature and process art during our Once Upon a Paintbrush program for toddlers!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Italian Conversation Group

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Benigno Room at Library of the Chathams
Age Group:
Adults

Do you want to improve your Italian conversation skills? Are you able to participate in a conversation even if your knowledge of Italian isn’t perfect? Then this group is right for you.

Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Benigno Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Do you want to improve your Italian conversation skills? Are you able to participate in a conversation even if your knowledge of Italian isn’t perfect? Then this group is right for you.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mahjong Club

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Woman's Club Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Are you a Mahjong player and looking for a group?  Our Mahjong Club meets on Wednesdays at 1 pm.  No instruction is provided so you must know how to play.

Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Woman's Club Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Are you a Mahjong player and looking for a group?  Our Mahjong Club meets on Wednesdays at 1 pm.  No instruction is provided so you must know how to play.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Quiet Study Room at Library of the Chathams
Age Group:
Adults

Do you want to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Are you able to participate in a conversation even if your knowledge of Spanish isn’t perfect? Then this group is right for you.

Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Do you want to improve your Spanish conversation skills? Are you able to participate in a conversation even if your knowledge of Spanish isn’t perfect? Then this group is right for you.

This event is in the "Children" group

Creative Canvas: K-3

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Benigno Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Join the library in a step-by-step painting class where children will transform a blank canvas into a self portrait! Children will learn to sketch, mix custom colors, and learn a basic introduction to cubism.

Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Benigno Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Join the library in a step-by-step painting class where children will transform a blank canvas into a self portrait! Children will learn to sketch, mix custom colors, and learn a basic introduction to cubism.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Long-Term Care in Retirement

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Woman's Club Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Long-term care is one of the biggest — and most misunderstood — risks to retirement security.

Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Woman's Club Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Long-term care is one of the biggest — and most misunderstood — risks to retirement security.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Library Chef: Keto Lifestyle Basics

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Online at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Explore the fundamentals of the keto lifestyle and discover whether it may be the right fit for your health and wellness goals.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Explore the fundamentals of the keto lifestyle and discover whether it may be the right fit for your health and wellness goals.

This event is in the "Children" group

Music & Movement with Miss Susan

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Lundt Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Children

For preschoolers and their caregivers.  No registration required

Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Lundt Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

For preschoolers and their caregivers.  No registration required

This event is in the "Children" group

Music & Movement with Miss Susan

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Lundt Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Children

For preschoolers and their caregivers.  No registration required

Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Lundt Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

For preschoolers and their caregivers.  No registration required

This event is in the "Children" group

Children's Book Club: 4th Grade

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Quiet Study Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children

For 4th Grade

Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

For 4th Grade

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sahaja Yoga Meditation

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Benigno Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults

Embark on a journey to unlock your full potential with Sahaja Yoga Meditation, a timeless practice brought into today’s fast-paced world.

Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Benigno Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Embark on a journey to unlock your full potential with Sahaja Yoga Meditation, a timeless practice brought into today’s fast-paced world.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Rutgers Master Gardeners: Secrets of Orchids

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online via Zoom at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Orchids are more available and affordable than ever before, coming in a multitude of  colors. Learn how to select the best type of orchids for "rookies".

Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Online via Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Orchids are more available and affordable than ever before, coming in a multitude of  colors. Learn how to select the best type of orchids for "rookies".

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Open Play

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Room at Library of the Chathams
Age Group:
Children

Join us in the Children's Room for Baby Open Play. Babies and caregivers will be able to socialize in a warm and welcoming environment. The library will provide toys and board books for your little one to explore. 

Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Join us in the Children's Room for Baby Open Play. Babies and caregivers will be able to socialize in a warm and welcoming environment. The library will provide toys and board books for your little one to explore. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Children's Craft Club: Cross Stitch

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Quiet Study Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

For 3rd Grade

Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Quiet Study Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

For 3rd Grade

This event is in the "Adults" group

Suspenseful Saturday Book Club: "With a Vengeance"

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Woman's Club Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy reading mysteries and thrillers? Join the Suspenseful Saturday Book Club! We will be discussing With a Vengeance by Riley Sager.

Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Woman's Club Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Enjoy reading mysteries and thrillers? Join the Suspenseful Saturday Book Club! We will be discussing With a Vengeance by Riley Sager.

New Jersey Art Association Reception

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:15pm - 4:00pm
Lundt Room at Library of the Chathams

The New Jersey Art Association is one of the oldest art organizations in the state. Originally formed as the Millburn-Short Hills Art Center, they are a non-profit dedicated to the arts since 1940.

Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Lundt Room
Event Details:

The New Jersey Art Association is one of the oldest art organizations in the state. Originally formed as the Millburn-Short Hills Art Center, they are a non-profit dedicated to the arts since 1940.

This event is in the "Adults" group

HealthEASE Education Series: Keeping Up the Beat

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lundt Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join us on Mondays for an hour with the Westfield Regional Health Department and guest speaker Amy Lewis, exploring healthy life practices, safe tips and tricks, and getting your health and wellness questions answered!

Open
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Lundt Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Join us on Mondays for an hour with the Westfield Regional Health Department and guest speaker Amy Lewis, exploring healthy life practices, safe tips and tricks, and getting your health and wellness questions answered!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Workshop: How to Use Microsoft Word

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lundt Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Technology Class, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

This one-hour beginner session introduces the basics of Microsoft Word, one of the most widely used word-processing tools.

Upcoming
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Lundt Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

This one-hour beginner session introduces the basics of Microsoft Word, one of the most widely used word-processing tools.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bollywood Dance Classes

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Woman's Club Room at Library of the Chathams
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults

Step into the spotlight with Adult Bollywood Dance Classes by Anamika!

Waitlist
Registration Encouraged
Library Branch: Library of the Chathams
Room: Woman's Club Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Encouraged
Event Details:

Step into the spotlight with Adult Bollywood Dance Classes by Anamika!