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Chess Connections

Multi-Generational Chess Class for Grades 3-6 & Their Adults

Strengthen bonds across generations through the timeless game of chess in this fun and engaging multi-generational class.

Discover the joy of chess while connecting with others in your community! This multi-generation class is perfect for beginners and those with limited experience who want to learn the fundamentals of chess in a friendly and supportive environment. Led by an experienced instructor, participants will be guided through the basics of the game, including how the pieces move, simple strategies, and game etiquette. Chess Connections offers a welcoming space to build skills and relationships across generations. This introductory class is a great way to connect and have fun over the chessboard.

All materials will be provided—just bring your enthusiasm!

Registration is required for this event. Please register only once for the adult/child(ren) group who will be attending.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Early Elementary |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops | Social | In-Person | Games |

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The Christopher J. Killmurray Building
Phone: 732-329-4000 ext 7290
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 9:00PM

Mon, Dec 09 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 10 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 11 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 12 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 13 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 14 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 15 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Located on Kingston Lane in the Monmouth Junction section between the Muncipal Building and Crossroads Middle School.

Upcoming events

DIY Painted Doorknob Hangers - For Tweens in Grades 4-7
Thu, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Add a touch of personality to your door with a hand-painted wooden hanger. Learn new skills and have fun in our creative workshop.
Registration is now closed
POETRY WORKSHOP - ATTENTION ALL POETS AND THOSE ASPIRING TO BE...
Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Local History Conference Room
A workshop for aspiring or budding poets to get together to read and review each other's poems.
Mini Makers - In-person craft for ages 3-5
Fri, Dec 13, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Drop-in for this fun, festive preschool craft!
Therapy Dog Program Dennis & Lani
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gambatese Room
Dennis and Lani the Therapy Dogs are back!
Board Games for Grown Ups
Sat, Dec 14, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room 1AB
Board Games!
Teen Mug Cakes - In person event grades 6-12
Sun, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Room 1AB
Learn how to make a tasty cake without even turning on the oven.
This event is full
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Chess Connections - Multi-Generational Chess Class for Grades 3-6 & Their Adults
Sun, Dec 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Strengthen bonds across generations through the timeless game of chess in this fun and engaging multi-generational class.
Bouncing Babies - Lapsit & Playtime for 0 - 18 months
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Gambatese Room
Stories, songs, rhymes, and social time with Miss Jen!
Clean Up Your Device!
Mon, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room 1AB
Learn how to organize your phone, tablet, and computer!
This event is full
Monday Knit & Crochet Night
Mon, Dec 16, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Program Room 1AB
A social group for adults who knit, crochet or do other fiber arts to gather & work on their projects in the company of others. Please bring your own materials. This is not an instructional class.
Story Time with Miss Jen - For Ages 18 mo. - 5 years & caregivers
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A
An energetic storytime with songs, stories, and more!
ESL Friends class
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Expand your vocabulary, practice American pronunciation, learn more about customs and traditions, and gain some new friends along the way.
This event is full
Paper Snow Globe - Craft Together: Ages 3 & Up Welcome!
Wed, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
An engaging craft designed for early elementary school but open to families and siblings.
Dungeons & Dragons - For Adults ages 18 & up
Wed, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Gambatese Room
Join us to play Dungeons & Dragons, all levels of players welcome
English Conversation Group
Wed, Dec 18, 7:15pm - 8:30pm
Program Room 1AB
Practice your English in a friendly and casual setting.
Paint Your Own Acrylic Bookmarks - For Tweens in Grades 4-7
Thu, Dec 19, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Let your imagination run wild! Join us for a fun afternoon creating one-of-a-kind acrylic bookmarks. Perfect for bookworms and artists alike.
Gamer Gathering--Cooperative Games - Grades 6-12
Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Room 1AB
Join us for an introduction to cooperative games, where everyone wins or loses together!
POETRY WORKSHOP - ATTENTION ALL POETS AND THOSE ASPIRING TO BE...
Thu, Dec 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Local History Conference Room
A workshop for aspiring or budding poets to get together to read and review each other's poems.
Getting the Most Out of SBPL eBooks
Fri, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room 1A,Smartboard
Learn about Libby and Hoopla
Hogswatch Night Celebration - For Adults ages 18 & up
Fri, Dec 20, 6:30pm - 10:00pm
Gambatese Room
Discuss the Discworld novel Hogfather, and join us as we celebrate the fantastical holiday of Hogswatch (but not on Dec 33, as this world doesn't include that date).
LEGO Club - In-person event for Grades K-3
Sat, Dec 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gambatese Room
Create, design, and build with LEGO!
Teen Knitting & Crochet - Grades 6-12
Sun, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Gambatese Room
Open to all teens who enjoy or wish to learn how to knit or crochet
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