Native Seed SwapSaturday, November 1, 10:00 am – 12:00 pmNow that the growing season is over, come to this Native Seed Swap and Packaging event! Whether or not you bring seeds from your own garden, you're invited to help with seed packaging and labeling, and you have the opportunity to take home free seeds. Presented by Hopewell, NJ Native Seed Swap. Registration is requested at https://events.mcl.org.
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Classic Canasta
Mondays, November 3, 10, 17 & 24, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Canasta combines elements of bridge and rummy, and can be played with two teams of two players. It requires strategy, critical thinking, and quick decision-making. Open to players of all levels with a basic understanding of game play. Join us for great fun and conversation. Registration is requested at https://events.mcl.org. |
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English Language Learner Conversation GroupTuesdays, November 18 & 25, 2:00 pmCome to the Hopewell Branch for relaxed conversation in English. This program is ideal for speakers with Intermediate proficiency in English, though all are welcome. Join TESOL-certified librarian Chip McAuley to practice spoken English in a supportive, friendly environment. Registration is requested at https://events.mcl.org.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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The Confident Kids WorkshopThursday, November 6, 1:00 pmBack-to-school means new teachers, new routines and new challenges. This workshop gives children in grades K-5 simple tools to stay calm, focused and confident at school and at home. Children will learn yoga poses and easy breathing techniques. Hosted by Sue Tobert, award winning author of Happi's World, retired special education teacher and certified yoga instructor and founder of Yogademics. Registration is required. |
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Board Game BonanzaFriday, November 7, 12:30 – 2:20 pmDrop by the library while schools are closed for an afternoon of board games. We’ve got games for all ages! This is a drop-in program.
Registration is not required.
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Environmental Research & Volunteering Workshop for TeensSaturday, November 15, 12:00 pm Interested in the environment and sustainability? Want to learn how to be more involved? In this workshop, students will learn how to conduct environmental research and be able to volunteer for sustainability initiatives in their community. Led by teen volunteer Aritra. For ages 11-18. Registration is required.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Our Lenape Heritage
Monday, November 3, 7:00 pm Presented by Claire Garland, Director of Sand Hill Indian Historical Association and member of the New Jersey American Indian Affairs Commission.  Protecting Your Financial Future: Investor Education & Fraud Prevention
Thursday, November 6, 2:30 pm Provided by law students from Seton Hall University School of Law’s FINRA Investor Advocacy Program. Understanding Memory & Communication in Aging Monday, November 10, 7:00 pm Led by Erin Coulter, Lead Speech Language Pathologist with Penn Medicine. Presented as part of the Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness Program. Sweden Holiday Traditions & Today Thursday, November 20, 6:00 pm Presented by the American Swedish Historical Museum of Philadelphia, which welcomes everyone to explore cultural identity through stories of Swedes and all Scandinavians, and to connect with a vibrant community dedicated to preserving and interpreting culture. Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association. The Lenape People: Life Before the Colonists Monday, November 24, 6:30 pm Presented by John Schneider, award-winning historian, author, teacher, and television host. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Spend a Saturday with Google Saturday, November 15 Google Sheets 10:00 – 11:00 am Google Drive 1:30 – 2:30 pm Google Docs 3:00 – 4:00 pm Learn how to use popular Google programs to create spreadsheets and documents, and save your files to the cloud. November Lab Series Open Lab/Northstar Monday, November 10, 2:00 – 3:30 pm Typing Lab Tuesday, November 18, 2:00 – 3:00 pm Open Lab/Northstar Tuesday, November 25, 2:00 – 3:30 pm Have a technology question and don’t know who to ask? Want to practice your skills with typing activities or Northstar Digital Literacy lessons? Come visit the Technology Instructors for a lab session. |
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Reminiscence KitsReminiscence Kits are a wonderful new offering for families and caregivers. Each kit consists of a backpack filled with themed items (a DVD, photo/activity cards, busy bottle, and coloring kit) that can be used to ask questions and initiate conversations with loved ones affected by Alzheimer’s or other dementias. There are three available with themes of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. The kits are housed at the Hopewell Branch but may be placed on hold for pick up at any branch. Find them here in our catalog.
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Branch Holiday Hours
Tuesday, November 4th - Election Day The Ewing, Hickory Corner, Lawrence and West Windsor branches will be open from 9:30am-5:00pm. All other branches are closed. Tuesday, November 11th - Veterans Day The Ewing, Hickory Corner, Lawrence and West Windsor branches will be open from 9:30am-5:00pm. All other branches are closed. Wednesday, November 26th - Thanksgiving Eve All branches will close at 5:00 pm. Thursday, November 27th - Thanksgiving All branches are closed. Friday, November 28th - The Day After Thanksgiving The Ewing, Hickory Corner, Lawrence and West Windsor branches will be open from 9:30am-5:00pm. All other branches are closed. |
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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 Native American Heritage Month |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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Joseph Lee Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity Wednesday, Nov 5, 2:00 pm Amanda Berry The Search for Truth and the Persistence of Love Across Time Thursday, Nov 13, 7:00 pm Charles Duhigg Unlock the Secret Language of Connection Tuesday, Nov 18, 2:00 pm |
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