Events

MTL Youth Chess Club (Recommended for Grades 4-8) IN PERSON Program

Monday, April 22

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Registration recommended; drop-ins welcome. We invite young chess players and chess enthusiasts to participate in our newly launched Youth Chess Club. No prior chess knowledge is required; all levels of experience are welcome to participate! The library will provide chess boards and pieces for all to use. While this program is recommended for grade 5-8, older teen players are welcome too! About our facilitator: Matthew Shirvell (aka Coach Matt) is an avid chess player who has been teaching chess in Connecticut for over 6 years. He has competed in USCF tournaments across the country, worked as a tournament director to run some of the largest events in the state, and has helped his students reach their goals.  Recently, in January 2023, one of his students earned sole 1st place in a USCF event with a perfect score! The club will meet every Monday, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. except on holidays or as otherwise noted. Program contact: Sarah Zimmermann (sarah@marktwainlibrary.org), Teen and Reference Librarian

Adult Chess Club (In-person)

Monday, April 22

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Registration Recommended, See Below We invite all adult chess players and chess enthusiasts to participate in our newly launched, weekly Adult Chess Club. No prior chess knowledge is required; all levels of experience are welcome to participate! The library will provide chess boards and pieces for all to use. As space is limited, we recommend participants register for each program that they plan to attend. About our facilitator: Matthew Shirvell (aka Coach Matt) is an avid chess player who has been teaching chess in Connecticut for over 6 years. He has competed in USCF tournaments across the country, worked as a tournament director to run some of the largest events in the state, and has helped his students reach their goals.  Recently, in January 2023, one of his students earned sole 1st place in a USCF event with a perfect score!    

Pods ‘n Ends: A Podcast Club

Monday, April 22

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Registration Required Below Podcast enthusiasts, rejoice! Your favorite pastime is no longer limited to listening in your car or while taking your dog for a walk! Pods 'n Ends is a new MTL group facilitated by Amy Maloof, Redding Sentinel's podcast columnist, and Carolyn Prusa, a local author. Each month, Amy and Carolyn will select an engaging episode and we'll meet to discuss it in person (over snacks!) “It’s like a book club, but for podcasts!" Amy explained. Eclectic topics will run the gamut — from true crime to history to pop culture and heartwarming humor. Our first discussion focuses on a podcast featuring ghosts, intimidating in-laws, shoddy detective work, and a guest star appearance from Downton Abbey, oh my! Meetings will be held on the fourth Monday of each month. This Month's Podcast: Reply All — Episode 158 'The Case of the Missing Hit' Listen to the episode HERE or wherever you download your favorite podcasts.