The library is hosting online events and programs that you can attend from home! In addition to our regular monthly events, we’ve listed several standout adult programs for December 2021 below. Click here for our full calendar of events.
Special Events
What to Wear in 2022: How to Create a Capsule Collection – Tuesday, 12/14 at 6pm via Zoom.
Join organizing humorist and best-selling author of Keep This, Toss That, Jamie Novak, to learn how to build a capsule collection wardrobe and how to decide which clothes to keep, sell, and share! Please click here to register.
‘We’re All Made of Dead Stars!’ Intro to Stellar Life Cycles – Wednesday, 12/15 at 7pm via Zoom.
Learn about the formation, life, and violent death of stars. Discover how we (along with everything else) are made of the material left over from ancient dead stars. No astronomy degrees required; this is an introductory-level, fun presentation with simple diagrams, awesome pictures, and ample time for questions. Please click here to register.
Health & Fitness
Beginner Yoga – Mondays at 5pm via Zoom.
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. Click one of the following dates to register: 12/13 | 12/20 | 12/27
Chair Yoga – Thursday, 12/9 and 12/23 via Zoom.
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness. Register here: 12/9 | 12/23
Tai Chi for Beginners – Saturday, 12/18 at 7pm via Zoom.
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as ‘Meditation in Motion,’ with Dr. Gang Huang. Click here to register.
Zumba Gold Chair and Pilates – Wednesdays at 2pm via Zoom.
Join instructor Laurie Fechter for this fun combo exercise class in a chair! Click one of the following dates to register: 12/15 | 12/22 | 12/29
Literature
FTPL Virtual Book Club – November, 12/11 at 11am via Zoon.
Join us for a librarian-led discussion of Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane. “This is one beautiful book. I was wowed by Keane’s writing and narrative skill—and by what she knows about trouble.” —Stephen King Click here to register.
Everything Else
Pet Loss Support – Sunday, 12/19 at 1:15pm via Zoom.
Pet parents who have lost a pet, or anticipate a loss, gather to share stories and memories with like minds and hearts. The Friends of Nikki Pet Loss Support Group was founded 3/8/01 and has been serving the community for over 19 years.
For more information, contact Donna Kahora at 732-246-2124 or at friendsofnikkipetlosssupport@comcast.net.
Please click here to register.
Virtual Sit n’ Knit – Wednesday, 12/22 at 2:30pm via Zoom.
Enjoy an hour of knitting, crocheting and conversation with other fiber enthusiasts. Click here to register.
Have any questions about any of these programs? Leave a comment below or call the Reference Desk at 732-873-8700 ext. 111.
Thanks for reading,
-George, FTPL
