Kids Events

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

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

Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration

From 1892 to 1924, millions of immigrants sailed past the Statue of Liberty and were processed through Ellis Island on their way to search for opportunity and a better life in the United States.  Part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the National Park Service, the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration tells those century-old stories as well as the history of immigration to the United States.  Join a park ranger to learn about the museum, the processing of immigrants over a century ago, and the genealogical resources available, such as ships’ manifests, to learn more about those who immigrated to the United States through Ellis Island.

Join on Zoom:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87562237619

Or join by phone:  646-558-8656                 Meeting ID:  875 6223 7619

Miss Carol Dance

For preschoolers and their caregivers

Join Miss Carol with your toddlers for a virtual dance and movement class.

This is a virtual program.  The link will be posted before the program.

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

Sponsored 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

Jumpin' Jamie Music and Puppet Show

For preschoolers and their caregivers

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

Sponsored by Friends of the Library

Yoga Storytime with Miss C

For preschoolers and their caregivers

Join Miss C for fun yoga poses, a story, songs, and puppets!

This is a virtual program.  The link will be posted before the program.

You can enjoy the program any time after the initial release time.

Sponsored by Friends of the Library