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Prototype and Build Mobile Apps

Learn how to create beautiful mobile app wireframes, prototypes and simple graphics.  Build the foundation for developing mobile apps by learning how design, user experience and programming work together.  This is an 8-session, twice a week course.  Dates:  Tuesdays and Thursdays from January 19 through February 11.

Classes will be held virtually via Zoom.  Registered students will receive a Zoom link before the course starts.  Students will need a desktop or laptop computer with video and audio capabilities.  The program is conducted by instructors from T in STEM Education.

Prerequisites:  basic computer skills and understanding of how to use mobile apps.

Ages 10 to 14.  Limit: 12 students.

Sign up only if you can attend all 8 classes.

Registration required.  Sign up here or call 973-635-0603.

This course is open only to residents of Chatham Borough and Chatham Township

Sponsored by Friends of the Library of the Chathams

Tie-Dye Face Masks for Teens

Grades 6 to 12   Limit: 20 students

Registration required.  To sign up, call 973-635-0603 or sign up online right here.

Maria from Splash Lab will show you how to design and create your own awesome rainbow tie-dye face mask!  This program will be conducted online via Zoom.  Before the program, those who have registered will receive a Zoom link and instructions on how to pick up a supply kit using the library’s Takeout service.  The kits include everything you will need, though you may want to have something handy to protect the surface you will be working on.

Funding for the supplies is provided by Friends of the Library

Chess for Kids Group 1

Chess Expert Sean Finn will teach this class virtually via Zoom.  Students will learn game strategy, basic checkmates, new tactical patterns, and the best questions to ask themselves when evaluating a position and creating a plan.  Using a combination of the best online chess platforms available, classes will include puzzle solving, game analysis and of course a chance to play.  Dates:  Mondays, January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 22 (no class on February 15).

Group 1 is for players who know how pieces move.  Suggested ages: 6 to 8.  Limit: 12 students

Sign up only if you can attend all 6 classes.

Registration required.  Sign up here.

Due to high demand, registration is limited to Chatham Borough and Chatham Township residents only.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library of the Chathams

Chess for Kids Group 2

Chess Expert Sean Finn will teach this class virtually via Zoom.   Students will learn game strategy, basic checkmates, new tactical patterns, and the best questions to ask themselves when evaluating a position and creating a plan.  Using a combination of the best online chess platforms available, classes will include puzzle solving, game analysis and of course a chance to play. Dates:  Mondays, January 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 22 (no class on February 15).

Group 2 is for players who can finish a game with checkmate.  Suggested ages: 8 and up.   Limit: 12 students.

Sign up only if you can attend all 6 classes.

Registration required.  Sign up here.

Due to high demand, registration is limited to Chatham Borough and Chatham Township residents only.

Sponsored by Friends of the Library of the Chathams

Chess for Kids Group 3

Chess Expert Sean Finn will teach this class virtually via Zoom.   Students will learn game strategy, new tactical patterns, and the best questions to ask themselves when evaluating a position and creating a plan.  Using a combination of the best online chess platforms available, classes will include puzzle solving, game analysis and of course a chance to play. Dates:  Tuesdays, January 12, 19, 26; February 2, 9, 23 (no class on February 16).

Group 3 is for players who have previously taken Group 2 or other similar classes.  Suggested ages: 8 & Up.   Limit: 12 students.

Sign up only if you can attend all 6 classes.

Registration required.  Sign up here.

Due to high demand, registration is limited to Chatham Borough and Chatham Township residents only.

Sponsored by Friends of the Library of the Chathams

Prototype and Build Mobile Apps

Learn how to create beautiful mobile app wireframes, prototypes and simple graphics.  Build the foundation for developing mobile apps by learning how design, user experience and programming work together.  This is an 8-session, twice a week course.  Dates:  Tuesdays and Thursdays from January 19 through February 11.

Classes will be held virtually via Zoom.  Registered students will receive a Zoom link before the course starts.  Students will need a desktop or laptop computer with video and audio capabilities.  The program is conducted by instructors from T in STEM Education.

Prerequisites:  basic computer skills and understanding of how to use mobile apps.

Ages 10 to 14.  Limit: 12 students.

Sign up only if you can attend all 8 classes.

Registration required.  Sign up here or call 973-635-0603.

This course is open only to residents of Chatham Borough and Chatham Township

Sponsored by Friends of the Library of the Chathams

Music with Carolyn Dempsey

For preschoolers and their caregivers

Move, shake, dance and sing to Carolyn’s guitar music.

You can enjoy this program any time after the original release time.

Sponsored by Friends of the Library

Prototype and Build Mobile Apps

Learn how to create beautiful mobile app wireframes, prototypes and simple graphics.  Build the foundation for developing mobile apps by learning how design, user experience and programming work together.  This is an 8-session, twice a week course.  Dates:  Tuesdays and Thursdays from January 19 through February 11.

Classes will be held virtually via Zoom.  Registered students will receive a Zoom link before the course starts.  Students will need a desktop or laptop computer with video and audio capabilities.  The program is conducted by instructors from T in STEM Education.

Prerequisites:  basic computer skills and understanding of how to use mobile apps.

Ages 10 to 14.  Limit: 12 students.

Sign up only if you can attend all 8 classes.

Registration required.  Sign up here or call 973-635-0603.

This course is open only to residents of Chatham Borough and Chatham Township

Sponsored by Friends of the Library of the Chathams