Library of the Chathams June 2022
Waterworks Artists Show
Sunday, June 5 from 2:15 to 4 p.m.
Waterworks artists will present an exhibition of their watercolor and acrylic paintings representing the work of five artists: Lyle Brehm of Summit, Sandra McTernan of Summit, George Polazzi of Bloomingdale, Gail Silver of Short Hills, and Jill Vondervor of Maplewood. A variety of subjects and techniques will be on view including florals, vistas, landscapes and abstracts. This group was inspired by Carl Burger, a well-known New Jersey artist while taking classes at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey in Summit. They have separately and together exhibited with the Essex Water Color Club, the Drew Art Association, the Garden State Watercolor Society, Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, Paper Mill Playhouse, Morristown Community Theater, MONDO in Summit, and local libraries and corporations. Please join us Sunday, June 5 from 2:15 to 4 p.m. The show may be viewed during regular hours until the end of the month.
Home Inspection Requirements with Inspector John Doering
Wednesday, June 8 at 7 p.m.
John Doering, founder and primary home inspector at DIR Home Consulting, Inc, will present a talk at the library on Wednesday, June 8 at 7 p.m. to discuss the aspects of home inspection for those considering remodeling, selling or purchasing a home. John has a vast knowledge in many areas of real estate and all types of construction in addition to over 30 years of experience in restoring, building, and designing plans for homes in the New Jersey area. He is a licensed building inspector and has worked with many engineers and city inspectors over the years, keeping himself up to date with city codes integral to inspecting a property. Please join us in person or via zoom. Registration is required to attend via zoom, and a link will be sent to you the day of the presentation.
Summer Reading Program for Adults
July 31st and August 31st
Chatham residents, tell us about the books you are reading! Write and submit a brief review about a book you have read to become eligible to win prizes of gift certificates to the restaurant of your choice and gift cards to Barnes and Noble Book Store. Each submission is an entry form to win at drawings held July 31st and August 31st. A link will be provided on the library’s website to send in reviews. You may pick up review forms at the reference desk. A ticket will be created to enter you into the drawing. You may sign up for the program at the library’s table at the Fishawack Festival on Saturday, June 11 or at the library during regular hours.
Water, Water Everywhere: The Making of the Chathams
Saturday, June 11 at 2 p.m.
The Chathams are bordered by the Passaic River and the Great Swamp, with streams and ponds scattered throughout the towns. These bodies of water have helped shape life within the Chathams throughout history. Imagine the Great Swamp as a big box store and the Passaic as a power plant. Imagine children ice skating for miles and a cow pond for the town pool. Imagine a jetport in the middle of the swamp. Please join the Chatham Township Historical Society Saturday, June 11 at 2 p.m. as they present these and many stories about the water around us.
