Essential Estate PlanningWednesday, June 11, 3:00 -– 4:15 pmEstate planning is often overlooked until it's too late, leading to costly legal issues and unintended consequences for your loved ones. Join Adam Lipps, Senior Staff Attorney at Central Jersey Legal Services, for a vital presentation on essential estate planning documents such as wills, living wills, powers of attorney, and trusts. After this session, you'll be equipped with the important tools to prepare your estate plans and documents effectively. Registration is appreciated.
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Real Estate SeminarSaturday, June 14, 2:00 – 3:30 pmJoin experienced Realtor Cathi Macheda and her Action USA Rader Realty team from Lawrence Township for an enlightening seminar. Designed for buyers, sellers, and investors, this event provides invaluable insights into the real estate process, covering real estate attorneys, mortgage financing, title agency, home inspections, and pest control. Gain the knowledge and expertise needed to navigate the market confidently. Cathi and her team are here to answer all your questions and guide you through every step. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your real estate journey!Registration is appreciated.
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Native Plants WorkshopThursday, June 19, 6:00 pmLearn how to support local wildlife with native plants in this hands-on workshop led by Kelly Rypkema, Director of Environmental Education at Mercer County Park Commission. Discover how to identify native plants, research the best ones for your space, and find local nurseries. Bring a smartphone or laptop if you can. Some lucky participants will take home a native plant to get started! Registration is appreciated.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Giant Bubble ShowThursday, June 26, 10:30 amEnjoy a 30-minute bubble extravaganza and then design your own bubble wand to bring home! For all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Registration is required at www.mcl.org beginning 24 hours before program start time.
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Disney Dance PartyFriday, June 27, 10:30 amCome ready to dance, shake, and move to the music from your favorite Disney movies and shows. Shaky eggs, bells, bubbles, and more! There will also be a craft and light refreshments. For kids ages 2-5 years old. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Registration is required at www.mcl.org beginning 12 hours before program start time.
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Rock Painting: Garden LabelsSaturday, June 28, 2:00 pmThis year, the library is continuing to add plants and decorations to the garden and wildlife habitat in front of the branch. Join in the fun by helping us paint rocks to use as labels for our new plants! For children of all ages, with a caregiver to supervise. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Branch. Registration is required at www.mcl.org beginning 12 hours before program start time.
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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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Say Hello, to Bekka!
“In the nearly 3 years that I have been in the Mercer County Library System, I have worked in our Twin Rivers Branch learning about how public libraries work while running the Youth Services department there,” said Bekka. “Next, I was mentored by a seasoned and beloved Youth Services Librarian, Miss Andrea, at Hickory Corner. Now, I am starting a new chapter in my library journey as a Reference Library Associate at our Lawrence Headquarters Branch and I couldn't be more excited. No matter the patron's age, I love to help them find the materials or information they are seeking and have fun with them while we are doing it!”
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Arm in Arm Food Pantry
Mondays, June 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Are you experiencing food insecurity? Arm in Arm’s mobile food pantry will be at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch on Monday afternoons from 2:00 – 4:00 pm in 2025. No pre-registration is required. Arm In Arm staff will register participants upon arrival.
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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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