Summit Public Library May 2024
Adult Programs
Thursdays, May 2 – 30, 10:00-10:45AM: Strength Training for Seniors
A weekly series of classes to help seniors increase muscle tone, flexibility, balance, strength and endurance. Summit cardholders only. Instructor: Leena Kalle. Online.
Thursday, May 2, 7:00-8:00 PM: A Total Healing: The Meditation Prescription
Learn about the health benefits of meditation. Presenter: Matthew Raider, MD. Online.
Fridays, May 3 – 10, 10:00AM-12:00PM: Explore Your World: New Approaches to the Colonial Era in the Americas. Explore the many stories of the colonial era. Presented by Professor Angie Kirby-Calder of Drew University. In-person and online.
Sunday, May 5, 2:00-3:00 PM: Concert: Steve Minzer Quarter
Jazz standards from swing to be-bop to songs by George Gershwin, Duke Ellington, and Cole Porter. No registration required. In-person.
Mondays, May 6 – 20, 12:30-2:30PM & 6:30-8:30PM: Monday at the Movies
Every week, watch a different movie in the Lower Level Program Room. All are welcome and no registration is required.
Tuesday, May 7, 7:00-8:30 PM: Adult Craft Class: Make a Hand-Colored Silk Scarf
Create a colorful and unique accessory for yourself or as a gift. All materials provided. Instructor: Robin Carroll-Mann. In-person.
Wednesday, May 8, 7:00-8:00 PM: Virtual Author Talk with Nina Simon
Nina Simon will discuss her novel, Mother-Daughter Murder Night. The talk will be followed by a live Q&A session. Online.
Wednesday, May 15, 7:00-8:30 PM: Author Talk: Dr. Amy Knight
Dr. Amy Knight discusses her soon-to-be-released book: The Kremlin’s Noose: Putin’s Bitter Feud with the Oligarch Who Made Him Ruler of Russia. In-person.
Thursday, May 16, 7:00-8:30 PM: Art Talk: Ruth Asawa: Sculptor, Educator, Arts Activist
Janet Mandel will discuss the work of this modernist Japanese-American artist, best known for her abstract wire sculptures. In-person/online.
Friday, May 17, 12:30-1:30 PM: Brown Bag Book Club
Lunchtime book group for adults. Book to be discussed: Clara and Mr. Tiffany by Susan Vreeland. Refreshments served. Registration not required. In-person.
Friday, May 17, 7:00-8:30 PM: Virtual Trivia Night
Test your wits and knowledge. The questions in this game are geared for people 18 and older but all ages are welcome to try. Quizmaster: Mary Piekarski. Online.
Sunday, May 19, 2:00-3:30 PM: History of Summit from A to Z
Join us for a fun and informative slideshow of tidbits, facts, and figures about Summit’s history. Presenter: Patricia Meola, President, Summit Historical Society. In-person/online.
Tuesday, May 21, 7:00-8:00 PM: Escape from Behind Enemy Lines
In WW II, Lt. Louis Feingold was shot down over France, and escaped with help from the Resistance. His son will share his story using letters, maps, photos, and the original fake identity cards. Presenter: Rick Feingold. Online.
Tuesday, May 21, 7:00-8:00 PM: Virtual Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang
Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) will discuss her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowface. The talk will be followed by a live Q&A session. Online.
Wednesday, May 22, 1:00-3:30 PM: Great Decisions Discussion: Science Across Borders
International collaboration can benefit scientific research, but it may also impact a nation’s national security. Discussion moderators: Tom Ferguson and Lisa Allen. In-person.
Thursday, May 23, 7:00-8:30 PM: Finding Family Hidden Roots in Your DNA
Learn how adoptees and others find biological parents and siblings through DNA testing. Presenter: Richard Hill, the first adoptee to find his birth family in this way. Online.
Fridays, May 24 – June 28, 10:00AM-12:00PM: Explore Your World: Shakespeare and The Other: The Merchant of Venice and Othello
A six-week mini course that will explore Shakespeare and “The Other.” Presented by Professor Bob Comeau of Union County College. In-person and online.
Youth Programs
Saturday, May 4, 11:00AM-12:00 PM: Superhero Storytime
Stories, songs and rhymes about superheroes. In-person. Recommended for ages 2-5.
Saturday, May 4, 2:00-3:00PM: Deb Lee: Author Visit
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with local author Deb Lee as they discuss the artistic process and their award-winning graphic memoir In Limbo. Copies of their memoir will be available for purchase at the end of the event as well. In-person. For teens and adults.
Wednesday, May 8, 11:00-11:30AM: Storytime Yoga
Join Ms. Pam from Peace Play NJ for a FREE yoga class. In-person. Recommended for ages 2-5.
Saturday, May 11, 11:00AM-12:00PM: STEM Saturday
Create STEAM crafts and experiments led by the Library’s teen volunteers. In-person. For Grades K-5.
Sunday, May 12, 3:30-4:30PM: Chinese Corner
A Chinese Immersion program hosted by the Summit Free Public Library and led by the volunteers of the Summit Library Chinese Club. In-person. For Grades 6-8.
Monday, May 13, 4:00-5:00PM: Composting with The Recycling Committee of Summit
Learn the basics of composting with an interactive demonstration during our Little Sprouts Gardening Club. In-person. For Grades K-5.
Wednesday, May 15, 7:00-8:00PM: Teen Night: String Art
Turn a plank of wood into a work of art using nails and string. In-person. For Grades 6-8.
Monday, May 20, 7:00-8:00PM: Books and Woofs
Practice reading aloud to Seeing Eye dogs and puppies. In-person. For Grades K-5.
Wednesday, May 22 & May 29, 11:00AM-12:00PM: Crafty Kiddos
Create some easy crafts to take home. In-person. Recommended for ages 2-5 with a caregiver.
Wednesday, May 29, 7:00-8:00PM: Teen Night: DIY Resin Bookmarks and Keychains
Create a unique bookmark or Keychain using the science and art of resin. In-person. For Grades 6-8.
Recurring Youth Programs:
Baby Bookworms (6 mos. – 2yrs): Mondays, May 6, May 13 @ 10:00-10:30 AM & 10:30-11:00 AM
CATSS After-School Programs (Grades 6-8): Mondays – Fridays @ 3:00-4:30PM
Little Sprouts (Grades K-5): Mondays, May 6 – 20 @ 4:00-5:00 PM
Rubik’s Cube Club (Grades 3-12): Mondays, May 6, May 13 @ 4:00-5:30 PM
Listen, Play, Create (2-5 yrs): Tuesdays, May 7 – 21 @ 10:00-10:45 AM
Family STEAM Club (Grades K-5): Tuesdays, May 7 – 28 @ 7:00-8:00 PM
Book Buddies (Grades K-3): Wednesdays, May 1 – 21 @ 4:00-5:00 PM
Spanish Storytime (2-5 yrs): Thursdays, May 2, May 16 @ 10:00-10:30 AM
Elementary Explorers (Grades 3-5): Thursdays, May 2 – 16 @ 4:00-5:00 PM
Speech & Debate Jr. (Grades 6-8): Thursdays, May 2 – 23 @ 7:00-8:00PM
Pop-up Play (6 mos. – 2yrs): Fridays, May 3 – 17 @ 10:00-12:00 AM
