Adults Upcoming Events

Adult Programs

BASIC ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS - Wednesdays at 6:15-8 pm

Are you just learning how to speak English or want to start learning? Join us for some Basic English Practice Wednesdays from 6:15 to 8 pm. Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Roseland Free Public Library. Limited to six participants - click below to register:

RSVP for May 8 class
RSVP for May 15 class
RSVP for May 22 class
RSVP for May 29 class

No class on May 22
CORRECTED CONVERSATION & PRONUNCIATION OF AMERICAN ENGLISH - Wednesdays 6:15-8 pm

Are you someone who has learned English as a second language, can speak and understand, but still want to practice grammar, accent reduction, understanding/using idioms, and other related topics? Join language teacher Sharlene Vichness for small group practice sessions in our Quiet Room on the dates listed below - no class on May 22.

RSVP - MAY 8
RSVP - MAY 15
RSVP - MAY 29

Hybrid Event
AUTHOR TALK: NINA SIMON PRESENTS "A MURDER MYSTERY, FAMILY STORY & LOVE LETTER TO STRONG WOMEN EVERYWHERE" - Wednesday, May 8, at 7 pm

Watch a virtual conversation at library or from home - listen to author Nina Simon talk about her book, Mother-Daughter Murder Night, a lighthearted whodunit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths. REGISTER HERE TO RECEIVE LINK

PHOTOGRAPHY BY LUCY CHUA - on display through Saturday, June 22
Opening reception Saturday, May 11, 1-2:30 pm

A collection of photographs by Lucy Chua will be on display in the library community room through Saturday, June 22. Meet the artist during a reception on Saturday, May 11, from 1 to 2:30 pm.

Lucy, who designs and creates user-friendly IT solutions for a living, is also passionate about capturing "unique and memorable moments" through photography.

"At various points in one's life journey, we may think to ourselves, 'Oh! I wish I can stay in this moment forever!' Or, we've been advised to 'slow down and smell the roses.' My images are simple yet uniquely beautiful subjects that speak to the heart and mind. My goal is to inspire joy, encouragement, and hope," she says.

KNITTING CIRCLE - Monday, May 13, at 1 pm
Second Monday of Every Month

Our library's knitting circle is in full swing! Are you new to knitting, have a special project you are working on, or just want to knit with a group? Join our Knitting Circle led by Sue Essig on the second Monday of each month - all levels welcome. RSVP: MAY 13

OTHER UPCOMING 2024 MEETING DATES - SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH:
JUNE 10

JULY 8

MATINEE MONDAY: I DON'T KNOW HOW SHE DOES IT - Monday, May 13, at 1 pm

Our Monday Matinee series continues with Maid in Manhattan, a 2002 romantic comedy about a hotel maid who gets mistaken for a socialite when she tries on a wealthy guest's dress. No RSVP needed; guests may bring their own snacks.

MAY 13 - MAID IN MANHATTAN (PG-13)
MAY 20 - WONKA (PG)
MAY 27 - LIBRARY CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY

CHESS CLUB FOR ALL AGES - Thursday, May 16, 6-7 pm

All levels welcome! Whether you are a beginner, seasoned player, or just want to learn how to play chess, head over to the library for an hour of chess every other Thursday in our Quiet Room. For children, teens, and adults. RSVP for CHESS CLUB HERE: MAY 16

Hybrid Event
AUTHOR TALK: REBECCA F. KUANG ON ASIAN AMERICAN REPRESENTATION IN LITERATURE - Tuesday, May 21, at 7 pm

Watch a virtual conversation at library or from home - listen to author Rebecca F. Kuang as she discusses her New York Times best-selling novel, Yellowface. The story grapples with questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the alienation fueled by social media. REGISTER HERE TO RECEIVE LINK

LONG-TERM CARE: KNOW YOUR OPTIONS - Wednesday, May 22, at 6:30 pm

Financial advisor Fred Ciccone will present an informative session on long term health care (LTC) planning, services, and costs. The program is suitable for all ages - the earlier a person addresses LTC, the more options they have. LTC involves a variety of services designed to meet individual health/personal care needs when one can no longer independently perform daily living activities. Studies have shown that most adults do not feel prepared to handle the costs of LTC and have not taken steps toward planning for special needs that may arise in the future. RSVP HERE

ROSELAND LIBRARY BOOK CLUB - Wednesday, May 22, at 6:30 pm

Meetings will be held in the library's indoor patio. No RSVP needed.
MAY 22 - BLACK CAKE by CHARMAINE WILKERSON
JUNE 19 - ANITA DE MONTE LAUGHS LAST by XOCHITL GONZALEZ

UNDERSTANDING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE - Wednesday, May 29, 6:30-7:30 pm

Promo Ambitions will come to the library for an informative and engaging introduction to the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its real-world applications. Learn how AI is applied in different industries and catch a glimpse into some of the most exciting AI platforms ranging from language, text-to-image, text-to-video, text-to-music AIs, and more (ChatGPT, Midjourney, ElevenLabs, Gen-2, Kaliber AI, Mubert, Adobe Firefly, HeyGen Labs, etc). RSVP HERE

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