Summit Public Library September 2024
Adult Programs
Thursdays, September 5-26, 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.
Friday, September 6, 7:00-8:30PM: Virtual Trivia Night
Join us for a virtual trivia night. The questions in this game are geared for people 18 and older but all ages are welcome to try. Online.
Mondays, September 9-30, 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, September 10, 2:00-3:00PM: Virtual Author Talk with Garrett Graff
New York Times bestselling author Garrett Graff will speak about his body of work, with particular focus on his oral histories, The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11 and When the Sea Came Alive: An Oral History of D-Day. The talk will be followed by a live Q&A session. Online.
Friday, September 13, 11:00AM-12:00PM: GRACE Pop-Up Distribution
Free food distribution from GRACE (Giving & Receiving Assistance for our Community’s Essentials). In-person.
Tuesday, September 17, 7:00-8:00PM: Art Talk: Francisco de Goya
Learn about the extraordinary life of Francisco de Goya, one full of intrigue, tragedy, and astonishing creative intensity, illustrated by his dazzling works. Speaker: Janet Mandel. Online.
Wednesday, September 18, 2:00-3:00PM: Virtual Author Talk with Nate Klemp
New York Times bestselling author and philosopher Nate Klemp helps us explore pathways back to open-minded living when he talks to us about the core tenets in his new book Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World. The talk will be followed by a live Q&A session. Online.
Fridays, September 20 – October 11, 10:00AM-12:00PM: Explore Your World: America’s Democratic Institutions-Function and Dysfunction
Each week we will cover a different institution: Congress, the Presidency, the courts, and the federal bureaucracy. Presented by Professor Ian Drake of Montclair University. In-person and online.
Friday, September 20, 12:30-1:30PM: Brown Bag Book Club
Lunchtime book group for adults. Book to be discussed: A Fine Romance by Candice Bergen. Refreshments served. Registration is not required. In-person
Saturday, September 21, 9:00-10:00PM: Virtual Author Talk with Liane Moriarty
Chat with mega-bestselling author Liane Moriarty about her newest novel Here One Moment. The talk will be followed by a live Q&A session. Online.
Sunday, September 22, 2:00-3:30PM: Adult Craft Program
Details TBA. Instructor: Marge Barkan. In-person.
Tuesday, September 24, 7:00-8:00PM: Hats Off to Victorian Women
Author, editor and journalist Carlotta Holton explains the fascinating history of these hats and demonstrates her colorful, stylish and often whimsical collection of Victorian headwear. In-person.
Wednesday, September 25, 1:00-3:00PM: Great Decisions Discussion: U.S. China Trade Rivalry
Topic: Is it wise for the U.S. to restrict China’s access to American technology and investment in response to China’s growing economic influence and unfair trade practices? Discussion moderators: Fred Honold and Tom Ferguson. In-person.
Friday, September 27, 12:00-1:00PM: GRACE Pop-Up Distribution
Free food distribution from GRACE (Giving & Receiving Assistance for our Community’s Essentials). In-person.
Sunday, September 29, 2:00-3:00PM: Chinese Corner: Calligraphy Workshop
Join us for an in-person Chinese Calligraphy Workshop for people who are interested in traditional Chinese calligraphy to meet. Open to all ages and skill levels. In-person.
Youth Programs
Wednesdays, September 4 & 11, 10:00-11:00AM: Crafts Together
Create age-appropriate crafts together. For children aged 2 – 6 and their caregivers.
Wednesday, September 18, 11:30AM-12:00PM: Storytime Yoga
Join Ms. Pam from Peace Play NJ for a FREE yoga class. Ages 2-5.
Thursday, September 19, 4:00-5:00PM: Talk Like A Pirate Day
Listen to some swashbuckling stories, and create some pirate crafts to take home. For Grades K-3.
Friday, September 20, 3:00-4:30PM: Rubik’s Corner
Learn the basics of speed cubing with nationally ranked players. Grades 3-12.
Saturday, September 21, 2:00-3:00PM: STEM Saturdays
Join the library’s Teen Volunteers and learn basic STEM concepts. Grades K-5.
Sunday, September 22, 2:00-3:00PM: Chinese Corner: Mid-Autumn Festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching! Join us to learn about the traditions and stories behind this special holiday and make delicious snow skin mooncakes together. Bring your moon cake home and share with family and friends to enjoy this sweet reunion. Grades K-5.
Monday, September 23, 7:00-8:00PM: Books and Woofs
Practice reading aloud to Seeing Eye Dogs and Puppies. For Grades 1-5.
Wednesday, September 25, 7:00-8:30PM: Banned Books Read Out
The Library’s teen volunteers will help us celebrate Banned Books Week 2024 by reading an excerpt of a banned book aloud in front of an audience. The program will be moderated by Dr. Jocelyn A. Chadwick, former full-time professor at Harvard Graduate School of Education. For teens and adults.
Recurring Youth Programs:
Little Sprouts (Grades K-5): Mondays, September 9-30 @ 4:00-5:00PM
Baby Bookworms (6 mos. – 2yrs): Mondays starting September 16 @ 10:00-10:30AM & 10:30-11:00AM
Teen Nights (Grades 6-12): Tuesdays starting September 10 @ 6:00-7:00PM
Listen, Play, Create (2-5 yrs): Tuesdays starting September 17 @ 10:00-10:45AM & 4:00-4:45PM
Book Buddies (Grades K-3): Wednesdays starting September 18 @ 4:00-5:00PM
CATSS After-School Programs (Grades 6-8): Mondays – Fridays starting September 3 @ 3:00-4:30PM
Homework Helpers (Grades 1-8): Mondays – Fridays starting September 16 @ 3:30-5:00PM
