Tuesday, September 15, 5:00 – 6:00 pm & 6:00 – 7:00 pm Tuesday, September 22, 5:00 – 6:00 pm & 6:00 – 7:00 pm Thursday, September 24, 5:00 – 6:00 pm This workshop will provide clarity & confidence as we go over topics such as understanding Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D; enrollment timelines and common mistakes to avoid; how to evaluate coverage options based on individual needs; and more. |
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Thursdays, 2:30 – 4:30 pmOpen for players with a basic understanding of American Mah Jongg game play. Players use the most recent National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card and rules. Registration is required, space is limited.
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Saturday, September 12, 2:00 – 4:30 pmCome read, share, and discuss the best in classic and contemporary poetry! We look at four pages of poetry by a celebrated poet, then read each poem aloud and discuss it as a group. Poems are provided to everyone who attends.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Saturday, September 12, 10:00 am – 12:00 pmKids of all ages can see, touch, and ask questions about postal trucks, police cars, a police motorcycle, fire engines (and maybe more!) in the library's parking lot. Families can meet the workers and first responders who drive these vehicles and ask them questions about what it’s like behind the wheel. The library will host a vehicle-themed storytime with the Children’s librarians, offer vehicle-themed crafts, and hand out ice pops. Visitors will be directed to park their own cars in the municipal lot across the street by the post office and walk a short distance to the library parking lot. This community event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library.
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Tuesday, September 15, 5:30 – 7:15 pmReady to turn movie night into a masterpiece? This time we’ll be watching the 1996 movie, Matilda. Grab your brushes for Art After Dark: Movie Edition! We’re dimming the lights and letting our creativity fly. Whether you’re painting a scene from the 1996 movie or letting the music inspire your next "star" creation, it’s going to be an epic night of glow-and-flow. For all ages, youngest with a caregiver. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required.
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Friday, September 18, 10:30 – 11:00 amChildren and their grown-ups are invited to sing, clap, and move as we listen to Tim Hoh’s high energy renditions of classic children’s tunes from Mr. Golden Sun to the Itsy Bitsy Spider. For ages 0-5 years with a caregiver. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. No registration is required.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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The Soundtrack of Resilience: Music and 9/11
Wednesday, September 2, 7:00 pm Presented by Melissa Kozlowski, Director of Curatorial Affairs, Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music, and Director of Public History, Department of History & Anthropology at Monmouth University.  Making Sense of Pelvic Pain: Causes and Treatment Approaches
Thursday, September 10, 6:30 pm Presented by Iram Fatima Shah, PT, DPT, PRPC, Pelvic Wellness Rehabilitation Coordinator, as part of the Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness Program. Hearth, Home & Classroom: The First 100 Years of The Lawrenceville School
Wednesday, September 16, 7:00 pm Presented by Sarah Mezzino, Curator of Decorative Art & Design for The Lawrenceville School in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Spain's Hidden Role in American Independence
Wednesday, September 23, 7:00 pm Presented by historian Dr. Carolina Castillo Crimm. Supporting the Caregiver: Burnout, Boundaries, and Resources
Thursday, September 24, 6:00 pm This program is designed for family caregivers, parents balancing caregiving responsibilities, social workers, case managers, and anyone looking for practical guidance and community support. Offered as part of the Colorful Dreams Care Program Series. The Battle of Monmouth Courthouse: The Last Great Revolutionary War Battle in the North
Wednesday, September 30, 7:00 pm Presented by Victor Pidermann, a Resource Interpretive Specialist – Historian with New Jersey State Parks |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Microsoft Word for Students and Professionals Friday, September 18, 1:00 – 3:00 pm Learn to edit and proofread your professional and academic work, and practice formatting and organizing an extensive document with custom Styles, Themes, and Templates. Microsoft Excel for Students and Professionals Monday, September 21, 1:00 – 3:00pm Learn the basics of data visualization, which transforms complex data into appealing and easily understood charts and graphs, and use essential formulas to perform more complex calculations on large datasets. If you’re curious how AI Chatbots like ChatGPT work or are sick of Generative AI like Google’s Gemini and Microsoft’s Co-Pilot popping up on your devices uninvited, this is the class for you. Learn the basics of what AI is, how it works, what it does, where it’s useful, where it’s harmful, and how to disable it on your devices wherever possible. |
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Meet with a Library Social Worker Need help figuring out the various social services at the local, county, and state level? Appointments are available now with Library Social Worker Anthony to help you gain confidence navigating and utilizing resources that help you thrive! Scheduling is available at mcl.org/social-services, or you can talk to a library staff member for assistance. Appointment Times: Ewing Branch Wednesday, September 16 10 AM – 2 PM Hightstown Memorial Branch Mondays, September 14, 21 & 28, 3 – 7 PM Lawrence Headquarters Branch Thursdays, September 3, 10, 17 & 24, 3 – 7 PM Robbinsville Branch Friday, September 4 12 – 3 PM Friday, September 18 12 – 4 PM Please note that these sessions are not intended to serve as or substitute therapy, medical, or mental health treatment. Acceptance and placement in any social service program is not guaranteed. |
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2026 MCLS Book Festival!The Mercer County Library System invites readers and authors of all ages to celebrate books, stories, and creativity at its second annual Book Festival! This lively festival will bring together local and regional authors to share their expertise and inspiration through engaging panel discussions focused on writing and publishing. The festival will also feature crafts, activities, and kid-friendly performances, making it a fun and enriching day for the whole family. Whether you’re an aspiring writer, an avid reader, or simply looking for an engaging community event, there will be something for everyone to enjoy!
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Amateur Photo ContestDon't forget to participate in this year's Amateur Photo Contest! You're invited to submit a photo capturing this year's theme: A Moment in Our Story, to your local branch. The contest is open to all amateur photographers who live, work, or attend school in Mercer County. Entries will be accepted through Monday, September 14, 2026. |
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Branch NewsAfter a looong summer of scheduling challenges – all the regular programs are back in their usual times and spaces. For instance, the Wednesday Film Festival returns with a celebration of the work of Keanu Reeves. Wednesdays at 2PM. 9/2: Devil’s Advocate (1997) Rated R, 144 minutes. 9/9: Point Break (1991) Rated R, 122 minutes. 9/16: A Walk in the Clouds (1995) Rated PG-13, 102 minutes. 9/23: Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989) Rated PG, 90 minutes. 9/30: Speed (1994) Rated R, 115 minutes. Summer Reading ended mid-August, and 780 young patrons read over 14,020 hours at our branch alone! Raffle winners for all prizes were drawn, and prizes have been handed out. Children’s Librarian Miss Matheson is expecting this month, and she will be out of the library for a while. We look forward to meeting her new little one in the coming months! Several Girl Scouts are working on interactive posters and info tables for the branch related to sensory awareness, screen smarts, first aid, and more, and you can stop in to see them. Lastly, teen volunteer applications for our fall semester are out and will be due back September 18.
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Friends of the Library
Our Friends of the Library groups generously support our programs all year long. Consider joining or donating to your branch's Friends group. Ask for more information in the branch or visit our website. |
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These are just this month's highlights, dozens of programs for adults and youth take place at our branch every month. View our full calendar for a complete list. |
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Featured Titles for Patriot Day |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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David O. Stewart The Democracy We Must Keep: Why the Ideas that Built America Still Matter September 1, 2PM Jenny Martinez From Her Mesa to Yours: Authentic Family-Style Cooking September 3, 2PM Daniel Kraus Writing the Nightmare: A Ship Called Sickness and One Unforgettable Space Crew September 8, 7PM Priya Parker The Art of Fighting: Building Better, Stronger Relationships September 15, 4PM Yasmine Cheyenne The Comeback Conversation: Shifting from Surviving to Thriving September 17, 2PM Lucky Diaz Where the Paletero Man Goes: A Journey of Neighborhood, Music, and Art (In English) September 24, 7PM Lucky Diaz Paletero Man: un viaje por el barrio, la música y el arte (In Spanish) September 24, 8PM |
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