Tuesday, June 3, 2:00 – 4:00 pmCome join Alexander Denis from PNC Bank as we discuss building credit, what goes into a credit report and why, credit scores, the impact of credit inquiries, and more.
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Thursday, June 5, 5:45 – 8:15 pmDo you like Tabletop Roleplaying Games (TTRPG)? Want to play D&D, but don’t have the time to dedicate to a years-long campaign? Or maybe you just want to try it out but can’t find a group to play with. Each month we'll have a completely brand-new adventure to try out. Feel free to create a character before arriving or use one of our pre-generated characters. This month, Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition, 1st level characters.
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Saturday, June 21, 2:00 pmJoin us as Richard Moody talks about his journey from Royal Navy fighter pilot to Coalition for Peace Action member and Quaker; from flying off aircraft carriers to volunteering around the world. Richard is the author of Flying Through Life – From Fighter Pilot to Peace Activist.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Sunday, June 15, 2:00 pm OR Monday, June 16, 6:30 pmCalling all Dads (and grandpas, uncles, etc.) to team up with your children for a build-a-thon event at the library! Create blanket forts, giant Lego castles, and/or giant Magna-Tile structures together in our big meeting rooms. Work together as a family, or collaborate with other groups to see what you can do! There will be 2 opportunities to attend this event, one on Sunday afternoon and one on Monday evening. For all ages, youngest with a caregiver. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is not required.
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Wednesday, June 25, 6:30 pmUnleash your child's inner historian! Through mini lessons and hands-on crafts, we'll explore the amazing stories behind things that are still in use today. Each week of this summer-long series will feature a different topic. This week we will be learning about: riddles! For ages 6-11. Sponsored by Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required.
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Friday, June 27, 10:30amColor Our World…with your imagination and a bit of fairy magic! Celebrate Week 1 of Summer Reading with this fun, outdoor party. Miss Sarah will kick off the program with a children’s concert at 10:30am, followed by a variety of fairy/magical crafts and activities. Costumes are encouraged! A movie showing at 1pm will conclude the event. For families, youngest children with a caregiver. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is not required.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Through the Eyes of the Artist: Alphonse Mucha Thursday, June 5, 7:00 pm Presented by art historian, Felicia Zavarella Stadelman. Sponsored by Friends of the West Windsor Library. Prostate Health: Understanding BPH and PSA Testing Tuesday, June 10, 7:00 pm Presented by Join Jamison S. Jaffe, DO, Medical Director of Urology at Penn Medicine Princeton Health. Presented as part of the Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness Program. Not Your Average Tomato: Heirlooms Tuesday, June 17, 7:00 pm Presented by Justine Gray, Mercer County Horticulturist. Personal and Family Emergency Preparedness
Monday, June 23, 6:30 pm Presented by Yonatan Gershon, Certified Health Education Specialist, Mercer County Division of Public Health.  |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Saturday, June 7, 1:30 pm With an MCLS library card, you can access audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and graphic novels from anywhere! Learn how to use the Calendar, Keep, and Maps apps to stay organized! Classes are intended for adult learners, registration is required prior to class. Create a letterhead and a document template. Use Mail Merge to create labels and form letters. |
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Summer Reading Program - Color Our World!The MCLS Summer Reading Program is back! Registration begins Monday, June 16th and prizes will be handed out between Monday, June 23 and Saturday, August 9. Don't forget, the SRP is for all ages -- so we encourage everyone to get involved!
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Branch NewsThe Wednesday Film Festival is featuring the work of Natalie Portman, and takes place Wednesdays at 2:00 pm. 6/4: V for Vendetta (2006) Rated R, 132 minutes. 6/11: A Tale of Love and Darkness (2015) Rated PG-13, 99 minutes. 6/18: The Other Boleyn Girl (2008) Rated PG-13, 115 minutes. 6/25: Annihilation (2018) Rated R, 114 minutes. Summer Reading, our 7-week-long, free, reading incentive program, starts this month! Pick up your reading logs starting on June 16th, read at home, and start earning prizes on June 23rd. (Note: You may sign up for Summer Reading at any point in the program, though the sooner you register, the sooner you can earn prizes!) The Youth Services Librarians will be visiting some of the local elementary schools in June to talk about Summer Reading, so you may see us in your school! This year’s theme is “Color Our World.” Summer Reading also heralds an increased need for teen volunteers. Please call the branch if you are a teen ages 14+ and are looking to volunteer!
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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 Audiobook Appreciation Month |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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Smithsonian Scientists - Extinctopedia–A Discovery of What We Have Lost, What is at Risk, and What To Do About it Wednesday, June 4, 2:00 pm Lisa Jewell - Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns Tuesday, June 10, 2:00 pm Katherine Applegate - Living the Otter Life Tuesday, June 24, 4:00 pm |
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