Week Of April 16 Events At The Chatham Library

CHATHAM, NJ — Everything happening at the Library of the Chathams for the week of April 16:

For information about all programs or to sign up, please call the library at 973-635-0603 or go to http://www.chathamlibrary.org

Ⓐ Adult Ⓒ Children Ⓣ Teen Ⓕ Family

MONDAY, APRIL 16
Ⓒ Storytime
Storytime is an 8-week, progressive program for preschoolers and their caregivers. Registration required
24 months and younger – 9:45 am
4 to 6 years – 10:15 am
2 to 3 years – 11 am

Ⓒ Chess for Kids
Registration required
Mondays, April 9 through May 14
Group 1: Players who know how pieces move
4 – 4:45 pm Suggested ages 5 to 8 Limit: 12 children
Group 2: Players who can finish a game with checkmate
5 – 5:45 pm Suggested ages 8 & Up Limit: 16 children
Chess Expert Sean Finn leads the spring series of classes. Sponsored by the Ann L. Buesing Children’s Fund for the Library of The Chathams of the Community Foundation of NJ

TUESDAY, APRIL 17
Ⓒ Storytime
Registration required
24 months and younger – 10 am
2 to 3 years – 10:30 am

Ⓒ TRIP AROUND THE WORLD – 4:30 p.m.
India: Contributions and Influences
Ages 8 & Up Limit: 20 children
Registration required
From yoga, The Jungle Book, and the diamond in the Queen of England’s crown to rock music and the Beatles, arts, architecture and modern science, come explore the rich culture of India. Hosted by Genevieve Castelino.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18
Ⓐ CALL: Virtual Tours of The Met Cloisters and The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Wednesdays, April 4, 11, 18 & 25 – 11:30 am
Michael Norris, Ph. D. and retired art educator at The Metropolitan Museum of Art for over 20 years, will present this four-part series. The virtual tours will include: A Stroll through the Medieval Masterpieces of The Met Cloisters; A Stroll through The Met’s Egyptian Art; A Tour of Ancient Greek Art at The Met; and A Tour of Paintings of the Dutch Golden Age. A $40 fee for this series is required payable to Friends of the Library.

Ⓒ Read Aloud to Therapy Dogs – 4 to 5 p.m.
Grades K & Up
Sit down and read your favorite book to a gentle and loving therapy dog certified by St. Hubert’s.

Ⓒ Stitch a Juliet Doll with Miss Polly – 4 to 5:45 pm
Wednesdays, April 4, 11 & 18
Ages 6 & Up Limit: 8 children
Registration required
Sew your own Peter Rabbit stuffed toy based on the new Peter Rabbit movie in this three-week class!

Ⓐ Gen Y Networking Group – 7 pm
All are welcome to attend this forum dedicated to Generation Y young adults interested in job search, networking, and career development.

THURSDAY, APRIL 19
Ⓒ Miss Carol Dance – 10 or 10:45 am
For preschoolers and their caregivers
Miss Carol introduces basic movement to music in a fun and loving atmosphere.

Ⓒ TRIP AROUND THE WORLD – 4:30 pm
Turkey: Children’s Day
Ages 8 & Up Limit: 20 children
Registration required
Children’s Day was first declared a national holiday by the Republic of Turkey to symbolize the recognition that “children are the future of the nation.” You will learn about the holiday, its historical importance, and its present-day observance. A Children’s Day craft will be completed during the class. Hosted by Aylin Brandon.

Ⓣ Teen Advisory Group: Escape Room Edition – 7 pm
Earn a volunteer hour while helping to plan new teen programs. At this meeting you will test your knowledge of Harry Potter to “escape” from Azkaban!

FRIDAY, APRIL 20
Ⓐ Italian Conversation Group – 1 pm
Are you a bit rusty with your Italian language skills? Native speaker Luciana Santoriello moderates an Italian discussion group every third Friday of the month.

Ⓣ Video Game Club – 3 to 4:45 pm
Grades 6 to 12
Stop by to play Super Smash Bros. on the big screen!

SATURDAY, APRIL 21
Ⓣ Free Practice Test: SAT – 10 am to 2 pm
Registration required
This is the first of two tests offered at our library (ACT will be administered next Saturday).
Not sure where to start or if the SAT or ACT is right for you? Take these free, full-length practice tests administered by Princeton Review. You will get the benefit of seeing how you would do if you took the test without it appearing on your official record. You will get your score in 2 weeks. Arrive at 9:45 am, bring a calculator and #2 pencils.

Ⓒ Drop-In Storytime – 11 am
For children of all ages. No registration required

Ⓒ Chess Mates – 2 to 4 pm
Ages 6 & Up Limit: 12 children
Registration opens on Monday, April 16
Join Ryan and Darren, members of the Chatham High School Chess Club, for an afternoon of chess! They will help beginners learn how to play. All skill levels welcome.

SUNDAY, APRIL 22
Ⓐ The History of Dixiedale Farm – 3 pm
Patricia Wells, Vice President of the Chatham Township Historical Society, will present a lecture on the history of Dixiedale Farm located on River Road and Hillside Avenue in Chatham Township. The land has been owned by notable families since the Revolution. Learn about the Bonnels and their mills, the remarkable George Shepard Page, the chicken lady, and the Averett family who started the Christmas Tree Farm.