Monday, October 6, 7:00 pmJoin us for an evening of education and intrigue presented by South Jersey Ghost Research. Learn about SJGR and their mission to help those in need. The presentation includes video, photos, the equipment used and spirit voices (also known as Electronic Voice Phenomena or EVPs) that were recorded during their investigations in NJ, PA, and NY.
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Friday, October 10, 10:30 amIf you’re in the mood to make some handmade, paper-based Halloween decorations this year, look no further than origami. Stop by for a crafting session and try your hand at making anything from a spider to a vampire. Beginner or advanced, skilled or absolute novice, all you need is a desire to fold paper and the determination to keep trying. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library.
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Saturday, October 25, 2:30 pmCelebrate spooky season with Halloween-themed donut decorating. Presented by Duck Donuts Donut Shop. Limited to 10 attendees.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Sunday, October 5, 2:00 pmMeet the firefighters from West Trenton Fire Co. in the library's parking lot, get a closer look at the fire engine, and learn about fire prevention. Free giveaways!
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Sunday, October 5, 1:00 pm & 3:00 pmJoin us to make a mandala candle holder for Diwali. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library.
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Friday, October 31, 11:30 amRock and roll in costume to music and then join the parade! Staff will be giving out treats. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Queer Figures in New Jersey
Monday, October 6, 7:00 pm Presented by Kristyn Scorsone, Post-doctoral Fellow, Rutgers Center for Historical Analysis, Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Caring for the Whole Self: Chronic Illness and Emotional Well-being Thursday, October 16, 6:30 pm Presented by Kara Buda, PhD, clinical health psychologist specializing in psychosocial oncology. A Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness Program. Finding the Right Fit: Exploring Senior Living Options Tuesday, October 21, 2:00 pm Presented by Olga St. Pierre, Senior Living Specialist, Keller Williams Real Estate. Literary Figures in Princeton Wednesday, October 29, 6:30 pm Presented by Eve Mandel, Director of Education and Outreach, Historical Society of Princeton. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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October Google Series Learn how to use some of the free cloud-based apps offered by Google.
Getting Started with Gmail Saturday, October 4, 1:00 - 2:00 pm Google Drive Monday, October 6, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Google Sheets Wednesday, October 8, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Google Docs: Resumes Wednesday, October 15, 6:30 - 7:30 pm October Basics Series Getting started doesn’t have to be scary! These classes will help you learn the basics of Windows computers. Mouse Basics Thursday, October 2 - 10:00 - 10:45 am PC Basics Thursday, October 2 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 pm Intro to Excel Friday, October 3 - 10:00 - 11:00 am Intro to Word Friday, October 3 - 2:00 - 3:00 pm Typing Lab Saturday, October 4 - 2:30 - 3:30 pm Windows 11: Files and Folders Monday, October 27 - 10:00 - 11:00 am Windows 11: Accessibility Tools Monday, October 27 - 11:30 AM - 12:30 pm |
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Staff In-Service Day All MCLS branches will be closed for staff training on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Our Lawrence Branch will also close at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, October 21st in preparation for In-Service Day. We apologize for any inconvenience. |
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Socktober Donation DriveIn recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Mercer County Library System is teaming up with Younity and RISE: A Community Service Partnership to collect donations of socks throughout the month of October, which are in demand during the fall and winter. Stop by your local branch this month to donate and make a difference!
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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 Halloween |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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Smithsonian Educator Nuestra América: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States Thursday, October 2, 2PM Leigh Bardugo 10 Years of Daring Heists and Lovable Outcasts in YA Fantasy Thursday, October 9, 7PM Malala Yousafzai Finding My Way Wednesday, October 22, 7PM Philippa Gregory Courtly Intrigue and Whispers as Weapons Wednesday, October 29, 2PM |
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