Union Public Library May 2022
Sometimes all you need or want is a fun program and we have it for you at Union Public Library along with physical and spiritual health, home buying, and more. Please note some events are in-person and some virtual through Zoom. Unless otherwise noted. Register for all events at: https://uplnj.org/events/list/.
The World of Disney Music (ZOOM)
Tues., May 3 at 7:00 pm
Library of Congress historian Paul Allen Sonnenfield shares musical memories from the Disney collection.
Meditation (ZOOM)
Thursdays at 11:30 AM
Join Bindu Bhatt for a virtual meditation session. No experience necessary. Bindu has practiced meditation for over 30 years and would like to share her insight with you.
Beginners Flow Yoga (ZOOM)
Thursdays at 6:00 pm
This class will lead you through the foundations of yoga postures, body awareness and alignment, relaxation of the mind, and a connection with the breath. You will learn how to improve muscle strength, promote flexibility, and build your own yoga program specific for your mind and body.
Managing Diabetes (ZOOM)
Wed., May 11 at 12:00 pm
Receiving a diagnosis of diabetes can feel like being cast out to sea without a boat. We can help. Learn about the digestive process, monitoring and maintaining safe
blood sugar levels, healthy eating plans, and managing the emotions surrounding diabetes. Presented by Chelsea Belton, BA, MPH, CHES, and Redeemer Health.
Breaking the Wall of Slavery: An Intro to African American Genealogy (ZOOM)
Thurs., May 12 at 7:00 pm
Do you have a family member, friend, or client with an African American ancestor? Many researchers struggle to break through the wall of slavery (pre-1865) and legalized segregation (through the 1960s). We’ll share unique resources along with standard censuses, probate, and vital records to identify emancipated slaves and their prior slave-owners. Presented by Janice Lovelace, Ph.D., board member of Association of Professional Genealogists and professor on African American Roots: A Historical Perspective.
Home Buyer’s Workshop (In-person/Main Library 1060 Stuyvesant Ave)
Tues., May 17 at 6:00 pm
Are you planning to sell your home and want to know more about the process and the current market? Join us for this Seller’s Workshop and learn about what it takes to prepare your home in this hot market. Experts include Abbott Group Residential, Keller Williams Premier Properties, Acres Land Title Agency, Guarantee Rates, Pinnacle Home Inspections Plus. Taught by Jennie Preval-Abbott, Real Estate Advisor, Abbott Group Residential. Registration required as space is limited to 20.
Off the Shelf Book Club (ZOOM)
Thur., May 19 at 7:00 pm
New members are always welcome. This month’s title isParis Library by Janet Skeslien Charles.
Hilton Readers Book Discussion Group (In-person at the Vauxhall Branch)
Mon., May 23, at 6:00 PM
Members discuss their favorite books and authors and new members are always welcome. May’s title is The Boy from the Woods by Harlan Coben
Please contact the Library at (908) 851-5450 or visit our website at uplnj.org for more information.
