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Great Decisions 2026

Great Decisions 2026 – Join the library’s premier Global Affairs Discussion Series and explore the world. Understand the issues. Be part of the conversation. Register Here.

Join the library’s premier Global Affairs Discussion Series and explore the world. Understand the issues. Be part of the conversation.

What to Expect

In-depth readings from the Great Decisions Briefing Book
Thought-provoking video introductions from foreign poliicy expertss
Facilitated discussions with your neighbors
A chance to share your insights and hear new perspectives...

A Choral Celebration of the Season

Join us for a delightful event filled with festive music performed by the Mendham High School Choir.

Refreshments will be served by the Chester Lioness.

December’s Art Wall Exhibit – Laura Shabazz

The Exhibition is title – Shelf Life: Art from Rescued Books and Salvaged Magazines by Laura Shabazz.

Meet the Artist on December 11 from 6:30 until 8:00 PM. Laura Shabazz is a Bernardsville-based collage artist working exclusively with found paper materials. She has received Best in Show from the NJ Art Association and a People’s Choice Award from the Rockland Arts Festival. Her colorful home studio has been featured in both Where Women Create and Uppercase Magazine. Laura’s work transforms...

December’s Art Wall Exhibit – Laura Shabazz

Monthly Reading Discussion Programs

The third Monday of each month – BYOB – bring your own book. We have a morning program called Pages & Pastries and an evening program called Books & Bites.

There’s no assigned reading in this morning reading club. Dive into any genre, author, or book that captures your interest – fiction, non-fiction, poetry, self-help or anything in between. At the meetings each member gets a chance to tell us all about the book. It’s a great way to discover...

Game Day for Adults at the Library

Friday, Oct. 17, Friday Nov. 21 and Friday, Dec. 19 at 1:00 PM – Come One Come All to Game Day at the Library. Register Here.

Unleash your gaming spirit and join us for Library Game Day. Whether you’re a board game enthusiast, a card shark, or just looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon, we’ve got something for everyone. Bring your friends or meet new ones as we dive into a variety of games – from classics...