Adult Happenings
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.
Museum Passes
Museum Passes now available to borrow.
Ask a staff member for details or call 973-543-4018
Adult Yoga
Everyone can benefit from yoga – stretch your body and calm your mind.
Bring a mat. Adults Only.
Classes will operate on a donation (cash/check/venmo) basis. Please consider giving at least $5 a class to go directly to the program’s presenter
Participants will be asked to sign a waiver.
Monthly Sound Bath Experience
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.
Adult Chair Yoga with Marthe
Registration Required: Register Online
This event has separate registration lists for each session date.
This class is donation based – please consider a donation of $5+ for Marthe’s time & expertise.
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.
Canasta
2nd & 4th Tuesday of Each Month 1:00-3:00pm &
Every Friday 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.
Mah Jongg
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
Mat Pilates Fusion
Fridays 9:00am -9:45am
Registration required: Register Online
A strong, flexible core is vital to performing almost any movement safely, effectively and improve
athletic performance. If you want to enhance your balance, improve your stability, and crank up your fat-burning intensity then join this muscle-sculpting and core-firming Pilates class.
Mat Pilates Fusion delivers a low impact workout and focuses on controlled, precise movements to
strengthen your core, hips and arms while improving posture, balance, mobility and stability.
Please note that this class operates on a donation-basis. Please consider a $5-$10 donation (cash or venmo) that goes directly to our instructor, Marthe.
Book Club
Wednesday, November 19th, 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.
Lincoln’s Quest for Peace
Registration Required: Register Online
Once again, the NJCWRT presents its Civil War LegalPresentation by three prestigious attorneys, all of whom are NJCWRT members. With the Civil War raging on, with thousands of casualties and vast destruction of property, attempts were made to achieve peace and end the conflict. This program will raise the issues as presented by both sides:
1. The Legal and Constitutional Context
2. The 1861 Peace Conference and Initiatives3. The 1865 Hampton Roads Peace Conference
4. Assessment of Reasons Why Peace Efforts Failed/ Lessons Learned
About the Presenters
John C. (“Jay”) Maloney, Jr. is a trial lawyer and complex commercial litigation attorney at a Morristown law firm who practices in both New Jersey and New York. He has been studying and lecturing on the Civil War and constitutional history for over fifty years. He and his wife live in Morris Plains, New Jersey.
This program is especially recommending that this program be called to the attention of student in Social Studies classes, and obviously students interested in law.
Need help with a National History Day (NHD) project? The North Jersey Civil War Round Table is happy to help. Learn more about the North Jersey Civil War Round Table at NJCWRT.
Sponsored by North Jersey Civil War Round Table.
Art Around The World: The Frick Collection
Virtual
Thursday, November 20th, 7pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Take a trip to the Upper East Side with art historian, Jay Schuck, as he leads a virtual tour through the galleries of the Frick Collection. The newly renovated Frick Collection is an elegant museum in NYC housed in the former mansion of industrialist Henry Clay Frick. It features European Old Master paintings, sculpture and decorative arts, with works by Titian, Goya, Rembrandt, Vermeer and Turner. The museum is known for its intimate, domestic setting and exceptional quality of works. Highlights include Rembrandt‘s “The Polish Rider”, Vermeer’s “Officer and Laughing Girl” and “The Bullfight” by Edouard Manet.
Sponsored by Kemmerer Library.
Virtual Author Talks – Sue Hincenbergs
Virtual
Tuesday December 2nd, 2pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Buckle up for a wild ride and join us as we sit down for an online chat with debut author Sue Hincenbergs to discuss her novel The Retirement Plan, in which murder is the name of the game. When the only thing standing between three best friends and a sunny beachfront retirement condo are their husbands, what ensues is a diabolical plan to collect on their spouses’ life insurance policies.
Cook & Connect Club
Registration Required: Register Online
The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Christmas Tree: A Holiday Tradition
Mallory Mortillaro serves as the Curator of Collections for the Hartley Dodge Foundation in Madison, N.J. While she was cataloging the artwork housed inside of the Hartley Dodge Memorial, she uncovered a masterpiece that had been lost to the art world since the 1930’s. After a year of research, the piece was authenticated as an official work by Auguste Rodin. In addition, Mallory is an art historian and educator. She has ten years of teaching experience and has worked on various art research projects for museums and organizations in the New York metropolitan area. She studied at Drew University. Mallory resides in New Jersey with her husband and daughter.
Sponsored by Kemmerer Library.
Virtual Author Talks: The Legacy of Julia Child’s Kitchen with Paula J. Johnson
Virtual
Tuesday, December 9th, 2pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson, author of Julia Child’s Kitchen: The Design, Tools, Stories, and Legacy of an Iconic Space. The book includes interviews with chefs who knew Julia well, commentary on her favorite culinary tools and kitchen gadgets, and a stunning array of photos.
Non Fiction Book Club
Wednesday December 10th
1pm
Register Online
Book Club meets the second Wednesday of each month.
Read new titles and come ready for a lively discussion.
Register Once and you will be on “Non Fiction Book Club” mailing list and will receive program updates and weather related cancellations.
History of Holiday Songs
Monday, December 15th, 1:00pm
Registration Required: Register Online
Come and get into the holiday spirit with the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts as they explore the holiday songs we know and love. From Pagan Christmas Carols and Hebrew Zemirots to modern renditions of popular favorites, patrons will explore the evolution of Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa music that embody the holiday season with samples of songs.
Upcoming Adult Programs
Nov 19, 1:30pm
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
Read the book and come prepared for a lively discussion. Each month's title is posted on our website's Adult Happenings page slide show.Nov 19, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
Join certified yoga teacher and Mendham-local, Marthe Boesgaard for an early evening class of stretches and poses. Everyone can benefit from yoga - stretch your body and calm your mind. Bring a mat. Adults Only.
Classes will operate on a donation (cash/check/venmo) basis. Please consider giving at least $5 a class to go directly to the program’s instructor.
Participants will be asked to sign a waiver. This class will be held downstairs in the library.
Nov 19, 7:30pm
Registration required. Register Online.
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Join Stand Out For College, LLC as they present a program for teens and parents about successfully navigating the overwhelming process of college admissions. Topics covered include: current admission trends, changing SAT/ACT environment, importance of community service, admission strategies, college visits, timeline and reducing stress around the process. Nov 20, 1:30pm
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
We are not accepting beginners at this time. If you are interested in learning how to play, please register your interest by emailing programs@mendhamtwplib.org - we expect to have a series of lessons in the Spring.
Nov 20, 6:30pm
Registration required. Register Online.
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Once again, the NJCWRT presents its Civil War Legal Presentation by three prestigious attorneys, all of whom are NJCWRT members. With the Civil War raging on, with thousands of casualties and vast destruction of property, attempts were made to achieve peace and end the conflict. This program will raise the issues as presented by both sides:1. The Legal and Constitional Context
2. The 1861 Peace Conference and Initiatives
3. The 1865 Hampton Roads Peace Conference
4. Assessment of Reasons Why Peace Efforts Failed/ Lessons Learned
About the Presenters
John C. ("Jay") Maloney, Jr. is a trial lawyer and complex commercial litigation attorney at a Morristown law firm who practices in both New Jersey and New York. He has been studying and lecturing on the Civil War and constitutional history for over fifty years. He and his wife live in Morris Plains, New Jersey.
Maurice Lefkort has been studying, writing about and lecturing on the Civil War and legal history for over forty years. Maurice practices corporate law at a major New York law firm where he advises clients on complex transactions that transform businesses. He is married, with two children, and resides in New Jersey.
This program is especially recommending that this program be called to the attention of student in Social Studies classes, and obviously students interested in law.
Need help with a National History Day (NHD) project? The North Jersey Civil War Round Table is happy to help. Learn more about the North Jersey Civil War Round Table at NJCWRT.
Nov 21, 9am-9.45am
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
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Please note that this class operates on a donation-basis. Please consider a $5-$10 donation (cash or venmo) that goes directly to our instructor, Marthe. A strong, flexible core is vital to performing almost any movement safely, effectively and improve
athletic performance. If you want to enhance your balance, improve your stability, and crank up your fat-burning intensity then join this muscle-sculpting and core-firming Pilates class.
Mat Pilates Fusion delivers a low impact workout and focuses on controlled, precise movements to
strengthen your core, hips and arms while improving posture, balance, mobility and stability.
This session is a functional form of fitness supporting everyday life, rehabilitation and injury prevention.
Work your entire body with classic Pilates exercises and targeted variations to sculpt yours abs,
arms, hips and legs.
Get an ab-centric workout that hits your powerhouse from every angle to build a tight, strong, balanced and
functional core plus a stable pelvic floor and back.
Kickstart your metabolism and keep your muscles under tension for different periods of time
generating muscular endurance and metabolic changes as you lift, redefine, and tighten your
entire frontal core and back. Develop power from the inside out, stand taller with a longer, leaner silhouette.
Modifications provided so if you're new to working out you can still get your sweat on.
This 45 min. class uses light hand weights, balls, bands, rings to add resistance, enhance
muscle tone and mobility by integrating and working on Strength, Stamina, Stretch and Stability.
It includes a thorough warmup and a relaxing cool down. Get fit tone your muscles and feel great!
What You'll Need to bring:
A pair of light weights
A pair of medium/heavy weights
Pilates Mat
Towel/Drink
What to Expect:
A dynamic warmup to prepare your body for the workout.
Standing and floor Pilates exercises that target abs arms, hips and legs promoting
Use of various Pilates props to increase resistance and muscle definition.
A cool down with stretches to enhance flexibility and aid muscle recovery.
Nov 21, 10am
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
Join Our New Canasta Group at the Library!Love cards? Come play Canasta in a fun, friendly setting. This session is for players who know the "classic" rules.
Drop in, meet new people, and enjoy the classic game of strategy and laughter.
If you're a beginner and would like to learn to play. Email us at programs@mendhamtwplib.org and we'll let you know when we next schedule some classes.
Nov 24, 1.30pm
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
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Join our active Mah Jongg group for weekly in-person play. We are not accepting beginners at this time. If you are interested in learning how to play, please register your interest by emailing programs@mendhamtwplib.org.
Nov 24, 9am-10am
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
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Join RYT 500 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.
Nov 24, 7pm
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
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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.
Registration Required
This class will operate on a donation basis - please consider a minimum donation of $10 which will go directly to our instructor. Pay via check/cash or venmo.
Please Note - Priority is given to Mendham Township Residents.
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN 1 MONTH PRIOR TO EVENT
Nov 25, 11:15am
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
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This class is now held in the Town Hall Meeting Room - please come to the renovated library at Town Hall - 2 West Main Street, Brookside.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.
Nov 25, 1pm-3pm
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
Join Our New Canasta Group at the Library!Love cards? Come play Canasta in a fun, friendly setting. This session is for players who know the "classic" rules. Drop in, meet new people, and enjoy the classic game of strategy and laughter.
If you're a beginner and would like to learn to play. Email us at programs@mendhamtwplib.org and we'll let you know when we next schedule some classes.
Dec 1, 1.30pm
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
Join our active Mah Jongg group for weekly in-person play. We are not accepting beginners at this time. If you are interested in learning how to play, please register your interest by emailing programs@mendhamtwplib.org.
Dec 1, 9am-10am
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
Join RYT 500 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.
Dec 2, 11:15am
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
This class is now held in the Town Hall Meeting Room - please come to the renovated library at Town Hall - 2 West Main Street, Brookside.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.
Dec 2, 1pm (January 16th/30th, February 6th & 20th, March 5th & 19th)
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
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Join our wonderful knitting teacher, Margaret for our "Knitting with Neighbors" group. This friendly group will meet every other Tuesday. Bring your own project, or Margaret will show you how to knit. If you're new to knitting please bring your own size 5 or 5.5 needles and yarn. Any questions, please email programs@mendhamtwplib.org.
Dec 2, 2pm
Buckle up for a wild ride and join us as we sit down for an online chat with debut author Sue Hincenbergs to discuss her novel The Retirement Plan, in which murder is the name of the game. When the only thing standing between three best friends and a sunny beachfront retirement condo are their husbands, what ensues is a diabolical plan to collect on their spouses’ life insurance policies.Register Here
Dec 3, 11am
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
Calling all cooks! Join our monthly cooking club where each month a different culinary item will be the theme. Using that item/theme of the month, participants will find and make a recipe of their choice at home. Then bring the recipe and the food item (if desired) to our meeting to discuss, share and taste. Back by Popular Demand! This month we will have a festive Cookie/Dessert Exchange. To participate in the exchange, please bring a batch of cookies/dessert of your choice and the recipe you followed.
Dec 3, 1pm
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
It’s back—our most popular craft session of the year—boxwood topiaries! Join us for a festive, hands-on workshop where you’ll create a beautiful topiary bursting with color.
This year, we’re adding a fun sustainable twist! If you have a pot from a previous year—or ornaments and mini lights you no longer need—bring them along (either to the event or drop them off at the library beforehand). We’ll add them to our shared collection. Even if they’re not quite your style anymore, they might be perfect for someone else!
When you sign up, please let us know if you’ll be bringing your own pot. It should be no more than 4" in diameter.
We can’t wait to craft, reuse, and celebrate with you!
To ensure we have enough space this event will be held in the Brookside Community Club - we'll send reminders closer to the event.
Dec 3, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Registration required. Call -- or Register Online.
Join certified yoga teacher and Mendham-local, Marthe Boesgaard for an early evening class of stretches and poses. Everyone can benefit from yoga - stretch your body and calm your mind. Bring a mat. Adults Only.
Classes will operate on a donation (cash/check/venmo) basis. Please consider giving at least $5 a class to go directly to the program’s instructor.
Participants will be asked to sign a waiver. This class will be held downstairs in the library.