ESL Conversation GroupMondays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 6:00 – 7:00 pmPractice speaking and understanding English at our friendly and informal program for English language learners. We will discuss current topics, learn new vocabulary, and enjoy improving our language skills in a group setting. All adults are welcome.
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Poetry Reading GroupSaturday, December 13, 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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Storytime with SantaSaturday, December 20, 10:30 amJoin Miss Kelsey for storytime…and meet Santa! Mr. Claus will be stopping by the library to chat, check out some of his favorite titles, and take photos with you as you work on several fun holiday crafts. Ho-ho-hope to see you there! Recommended for ages 2-5. Sponsored by Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required.
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Mad Science Shows!Saturday, December 27, 1:30 OR 3:00 pmA Mad Scientist will be visiting the library during winter break to show us a series of winter-themed experiments, including Winter Egg Trolls, Special Science Paper, Dry Ice experiments and more!
Prepare to be amazed! Recommended for families, youngest with a caregiver. The show will occur twice, at 1:30pm and at 3pm. Please plan to attend only one showing to allow space for others. Sponsored by Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required.
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Countdown to Noon Preschool Party!Wednesday, December 31, 11:30 am2026 is almost here! Unfortunately, midnight can be pretty late for those of us with early bedtimes. Let’s celebrate the upcoming new year by dancing, reading, crafting, and counting down…to noon! Storytime will start at 11:30am, we’ll celebrate the coming of noon, and crafts will follow. Recommended for ages 2-5. Sponsored by Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Through the Eyes of the Artist: Norman Rockwell
Thursday, December 4, 7:00 pm Prestend by art historian, Felicia Z. Stadelman. Sponsored by Friends of the West Windsor Library. "One More for My Baby" – The Hollywood Songbook of Frank Sinatra
Monday, December 8, 7:00 pm Presented by Brian Rose, professor emeritus at Fordham University. Charles M. Schulz:
An American Cartoonist Wednesday, December 17, 6:00 pm Presented by Jessica Ruskin, Education Director at the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Organizational Tools Learn how to use various computer tools to make your personal organization a bit easier. Getting Started with Gmail Wednesday, December 3, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Google Organizational Tools Wednesday, December 10, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Excel: Pivot Tables Thursday, December 11, 10:00 – 11:00 am Word: Mail Merge Monday, December 29, 10:00 – 11:00 am |
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Winter Reading ProgramJoin us for this year's Winter Reading Program, which runs from December 15th through January 24th! Participants can take part in the reading program by playing our Winter Reading Bingo game! Complete activities to get five in a row (up, down, across, or diagonal). Then bring your Bingo sheet back to your local branch, where kids and teens will automatically receive a prize, and adults will be entered into a raffle for a prize!
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Branch News
In addition to the programs highlighted, we have our normal, Friday children’s concerts with Ms. Kim (12/12) and Miss Sarah (12/19), alternating with a Toddler Dance Party! We also have a 3-D modeling program on Sunday, 12/28, where attendees can create 3-D models on their laptops using Tinkercad. Our Big STEAMers program – science, tech, engineering, art, and math – is back on alternating Thursday afternoons for elementary-school-age kids, and we have a special combined preschool and elementary-age STEAMers program on conductivity (“spark & play!”) at 4pm on 12/23. Although the Branch will be closing early on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve and closed entirely on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, we will be open the rest of the days of winter break. Stop in for our movie matinees all during that week, as well as crafts, chess, game night, storytimes, and more! Be sure to check out our December calendar for more details. As a last bit of news, our fall/winter teen volunteers (ages 14+) finish their hours this month, and applications will be released mid-December for those wishing to apply for our spring session (Jan-May).
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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: Winter Reads! |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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Sue HincenbergsScheming Wives and High-Stakes Hilarity Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2:00 pm |
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