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Tuesday 9:30 am – 8 pm
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Thursday 9:30 am – 8 pm
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Saturday 10 am – 1 pm

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Virtual Author Talks

Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.
Registration Required: Register Online

Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.

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Museum Passes

Museum Passes now available to borrow.

Ask a staff member for details or call 973-543-4018

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Adult Yoga

Mondays, 9am-10am
Wednesdays, 6:15pm-7:15pm &
Thursdays, 7am-8am

Registration Required. Register Online
Join certified yoga teacher and Mendham-local, Sarah Whitman for a morning class of stretches and poses.
Everyone can benefit from yoga – stretch your body and calm your mind.
Bring a mat.  Adults Only.
* Please note our yoga classes will operate on a donation basis *
Suggested donation of  $5+ per class. You will be able to donate via cash or via venmo directly to Sarah
Participants will be asked to sign a waiver.
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Monthly Sound Bath Experience

July Sound Bath Canceled
Third Monday of Each Month,  7:00pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Join Sound Practitioner and Reiki Master, Genevieve Deely, for a unique meditative experience for adults using the healing sounds of crystal singing bowls to soothe the mind, body and soul.  A sound bath is a meditative experience allowing those in attendance to be immersed in calming and healing sound waves.  As half of the human body is made up of water and water is an excellent conductor of sound, there is very little effort on your part to experience the healing effects of sound.

Sound Baths are experiences that may help reduce stress of all kinds and induce deeper connection to one’s inner world.  Genevieve will lead participants through this unique experience using the healing sounds of crystal singing bowls and chanting to soothe the mind, body and soul.

Participants can be in a seated position or lying down.  If you choose to lie down, it is most important you bring a yoga mat, blanket and pillow to be comfortable during the hour.

Classes operate on a donation basis.  Please consider giving up to $10 a class to go directly to the program leader (cash/check/venmo).

Please Note –  Priority is given to Mendham Township Residents.  Please register for each session separately.

 
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Adult Chair Yoga with Marthe

Tuesdays 11:15am
Registration Required: Register Online
This event has separate registration lists for each session date.
Strengthen and stretch in an ALL seated adult chair yoga and pilates class with local instructor Marthe.
This class is donation based – please consider a donation of $5+ for Marthe’s time & expertise.
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Knitting with Neighbors

Registration required. Call — or Register Online.
Join our knitting teacher, Margaret Hope for our new “Knitting with Neighbors” group.
The group will meet the 1st,  3rd & 5th Tuesday of the month  at 1pm. Bring your own project, or Margaret will show you how to knit.  All supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own size 5 or 5.5 needles and yarn.
Register Once  and you will be on our “Knitting Club ” mailing list and will receive program updates and weather related cancellations.

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Canasta

2nd & 4th Tuesday of Each Month 1:00-3:00pm
1st, 3rd & 5th Friday of  Each Month 10:00am-Noon
Registration required: Register Online
Join Our New Canasta Group at the Library!
Love cards or just curious to learn? Come play Canasta in a fun, friendly setting. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the game, everyone is welcome. We’ll teach beginners the ropes and offer a great time for all skill levels. Drop in, meet new people, and enjoy the classic game of strategy and laughter.

 

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Mah Jongg

Every Thursday, 1:30pm
Register Online
Join our active Mah Jongg group for weekly in-person play.
Register Once and you will be on our “Mah Jongg” mailing list and will receive program updates and weather related cancellations
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How Jane Austen Speaks To Us Today

Monday, July 14th, 1pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Join Dr. Laura Winters as she explores Jane Austen and how her books continue to speak to us today.

Dr. Laura Winters is a professor of English at Saint Elizabeth University in Morristown and adjunct associate professor at Drew University in Madison. She teaches literature, writing, and film, particularly the work of the last 100 years. In addition, she has worked for the last 25 years with the literature of grief and resilience.

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Creating A Cottage Style Garden

Tuesday, July 15th, 7pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Do you dream of a lush, colorful informal garden filled with old-fashioned flowers?  Then Cottage Gardening is for you!  The charm of a cottage style garden is characterized by the profusion of plants, color, fragrance, and a little bit of whimsy. Join Master Gardener Diane Lattanzio to learn the essential elements and simple steps needed for you to achieve the look of a cottage garden.  FREE

During her 33 years as an elementary special education teacher, Diane shared her passion for plants and love of the outdoors with her young students who mastered math and science skills through many hands-on gardening experiences.  Upon her retirement, Diane enrolled in the Rutgers Master Gardener Program and has been a certified master gardener since 2015.  As a trained volunteer, she currently represents the Morris County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau presenting talks on a variety of horticultural topics.  Diane is also a member of the Riverview Garden Club, where she assists in maintaining the gardens at a historic museum home and currently serves as Vice President of Programs and Activities.  As a Friend of the Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Diane volunteers and gives informational talks to home gardeners.

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Discerning The Truth With Marie Lu- Virtual Author Talk

Virtual
Thursday, July 17th, 4pm
Registration Required: Register Online

Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets. Explore the depths of deceit, battle for power, and the lengths characters will go to unmask the Truth.
Legend is a dystopian novel where two unlikely characters, June and Day, cross paths in search for the Truth. Can they set aside their differences and preconceptions for the greater good? Readers will devour Marie Lu’s words as they are challenged to think critically about the world around them and reminded to never judge a book by its cover. Register now for an event you don’t want to miss!
(9-12th Grade)

 

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Jan Van Eyck

Virtual Program
Tuesday, July 22nd, 7pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Join art historian, Jay Schuck, as he discusses the life and work of the Early Netherlandish artist, Jan van Eyck.  An artist known for his application of oil paint and meticulous attention to detail, Jan van Eyck ushered in a new style of painting that forever changed the history of art.  Works to be examined include the Ghent Altarpiece, the Arnolfini Portrait, Portrait of a Man in a Red Turban, and more.
Sponsored by Kemmerer Library.
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Jane Austen 250 Celebration

Monday, July 28th, 1pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Calling all Janeites!  For 250 years, British author, Jane Austen’s (1775-1817) popular novels have been enjoyed by generations.  Join us at the library as we celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with an afternoon of Jane themed fun.  Guests will get to create a felted flower craft and enjoy a lovely cup of tea.  FREE

*Please Note –  Priority is given to Mendham Township Residents.
Mendham Township Resident registration will open 6/28/25.
Non Township Resident registration will open 7/21/25.  

 

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Lavender Wand Workshop

Tuesday, July 29th, 7pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Lavender wands were a popular craft in the 18th century that were both functional and decorative.  Join us as we learn the process of weaving fresh lavender into a lovely fragrant wand. 

*Please Note –  Priority is given to Mendham Township Residents.
Mendham Township Resident registration will open 6/29/25.
Non Township Resident registration will open 7/22/25.

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Book Club

Wednesday, July 30th, 1.30pm
Registration required. Register Online
Book Club Meets the last Wednesday of the month
Read the  book and come ready for a lively discussion
Register Once and you will be on our “Book Club” mailing list and will receive program updates and weather related cancellations.

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Upcoming Programs

Jul 14Adult Yoga - Mondays9:00am - 10:00am
Jul 14How Jane Austen Speaks To Us Today1:00pm 
Jul 15Movers & Groovers - Tuesdays10:30am 
Jul 15Adult Chair Yoga with Marthe11:15am 
Jul 15Knitting with Neighbors1:00pm 
Jul 15Creating a Cottage Style Garden7:00pm 
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