Events Calendar

Mah Jongg Open Play

Come play American Mah Jongg.  Bring friends or come yourself and find new partners.  Instruction is not provided so you must have a working knowledge of the game.  We provide the sets but bring your own 2025 card.

Registration not required.

Virtual Author Talk with Award-Winning Journalist Joseph Lee

You’re invited to learn from journalist and author Joseph Lee as he chats online with us about his stirring memoir, Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity. In it, he explores Indigenous identity in proximity to land that serves as an iconic vacationing spot for the wealthy–the “island paradise” Martha’s Vineyard.

Growing up Aquinnah Wampanoag, Joseph Lee grappled with what it means to be an Indigenous person in the world today, especially as tribal land, culture, and community face new threats. Starting with the story of his own tribe, which is from the iconic Martha’s Vineyard, Lee tackles key questions around Indigenous identity and the stubborn legacy of colonialism.

Lee weaves his own story—and that of his family—with conversations with Indigenous leaders, artists, and scholars from around the world about everything from culture and language to climate change and the politics of belonging. As he unpacks the meaning of Indigenous identity, Lee grants us a new understanding of our nation and what a better community might look like.

Register now to join the author online as he delves into the true and vulnerable story, Nothing More of This Land. 

About the Author: Joseph Lee is an Aquinnah Wampanoag writer based in New York City. He has an MFA from Columbia University and teaches creative writing at Mercy University. His writing has been published in The Guardian, BuzzFeed, Vox, High Country News, and more. He was a Margins Fellow at the Asian American Writers Workshop and a Senior Indigenous Affairs Fellow at Grist.

The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Mountainside Free Public Library.

When you register, you will receive an email with the link to the live feed. You may also watch past recordings at any time.

https://libraryc.org/mountainsidelibrary

CANCELLED: Forever Judy and the Wizard of Oz (will be rescheduled)

To celebrate the soon-to-be arrival of Wicked Part II, Francine Evans & Joel Zelnik will take you on this memorable musical camp cabaret featuring America’s number one female vocalist, Judy Garland. “Forever Judy” presented with love is an inspiring musical experience, highlighting song hits from the “The Wizard of Oz”, Judy’s concert years, plus selections from the Broadway musical “The Wiz”.

Please register in advance as space is limited.

Library Chef Virtual Program: Stuffed Bell Peppers with Turkey, Quinoa & Veggies

Celebrate fall flavors with this hearty and healthy recipe featuring ground turkey, quinoa, and colorful veggies. High in protein, fiber-rich, and low in refined carbs—perfect for supporting balanced blood sugar.

To register for this virtual program, please go to https://mountainside.librarychef.com

To create your account on the website, you must create your own account using your library barcode, email and password (not your pin, your own password). 

Move Today: Workshop for Adults

The Move Today Exercise Program is a 45-60 minute, non-aerobic exercise class for older adults. The program consists of 12 sessions, meeting once a week for 12 weeks. It is designed to improve flexibility, balance, strength, and posture.

ABOUT MOVE TODAY:

• A safe exercise program for older adults designed by a physical therapist. 
• Good posture and proper body mechanics are emphasized. 
• Most exercises can be done sitting or standing – modifications are available. 
• Resistance bands and exercise manuals will be provided for each participant. 

Space is limited; registration is required to attend.
To register, please contact Amy Lewis, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or
908-789-4070 ext. 4080

Dates for Program (all begin at 10am to11am): 

• September 11th
• September 18th
• September 25th
• October 9th
• October 16th
• October 23rd
• October 30th
• November 6th
• November 13th
• November 20th
• December 4th
• December 11th
• December 18th
• January 8th

Mountainside Book Club

The Mountainside Book Club is discussing Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman. Books are available for checkout at the circulation desk.

Friday Afternoon Movie- Jurassic World: Rebirth (2025)

Five years post-Jurassic World: Dominion (2022), an expedition braves isolated equatorial regions to extract DNA from three massive prehistoric creatures for a groundbreaking medical breakthrough (IMDB).

No registration required. Rated PG-13. 2 hours and 13 minutes.