Summit Public Library August 2024
Thursday, August 1, 7:00-8:00PM : Relax Your Mind and Body Through Meditation
Join Bruce Faithwick for an informative meditation workshop and a short meditation sitting. Online.
Friday, August 2, 7:00-8:30PM: Virtual Trivia Night: Around the World Trivia
The theme of this session will be “around the world”. The questions in this game are geared for people 18 and older but all ages are welcome to try. Online.
Mondays, August 5 – 26, 12:30-2:30PM & 6:30-8:30PM: Monday at the Movies
Every week, watch a different film in the Lower Level Program Room. All are welcome. No registration required.
Tuesday, August 6, 7:00-8:00PM: Art Talk: Painting Venice
Artists have been inspired to paint the city of Venice for centuries. Their artistic exploration of this fascinating city has left us with captivating images of water, light, architecture, and the glorious coastal landscapes. Speaker: Janet Mandel. Online.
Wednesdays, August 7, – August 28, 7:00-9:00PM:Summit Toastmasters
Refine your public speaking and leadership skills through prepared speeches, impromptu speaking, and constructive feedback in a group setting. No registration required. In-person.
Wednesday, August 7, 2:00-3:00PM: Virtual Author Talk with NASM’s Dr. Jennifer Levasseur
Dr. Jennifer Levasseur of the National Air and Space Museum will be the featured author. The talk will be followed by a live Q&A session. Online.
Wednesday, August 7, 6:30-7:30PM: Adult Art Class: Lighthouse Drawing
Create a lighthouse drawing inspired by the work of Edward Hopper, using watercolor pencils. All materials provided. Instructor: Barbara Freiberg. In-person.
Saturday, August 10, 2:00-3:30PM: Adult Craft Class
Details TBA. Instructor: Marge Barkan. In-person.
Thursday, August 15, 2:00-3:00PM: Virtual Author Talk with Irena Smith
Irena Smith, PhD will discuss her book The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think: Redefining Success for Parents of Teens. The talk will be followed by a live Q&A session. Online.
Friday, August 16, 12:30-1:30PM: Brown Bag Book Club
Lunchtime book group for adults. Book to be discussed: The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles. Refreshments served. Registration is not required. In-person.
Wednesday, August 21, 9:00-10:00PM: Virtual Author Talk with Shelby Van Pelt
Shelby Van Pelt will discuss her recent book, Remarkably Bright Creatures. This virtual author talk will be followed by a live Q&A session where participants can ask questions directly with the author.
