Adult Tie-DyeThursday, August 7, 2:00 pmCome to the Hollowbrook Branch and tie-dye a boring white shirt into a unique work of art you can wear! A shirt will not be provided for this program; please bring your own. For ages 18 and up. Registration is required. |
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Adult Craft - Egg Carton Flower Monday, August 25, 7:00 pmCrafting can be relaxing, and when you craft together with someone, it can help build a friendship and a sense of community. Join us to create a flower bouquet out of an egg carton. Snacks and water will be provided. For ages 18 and up. Registration is required.
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Midday MasterpiecesTuesday, August 26, 2:30 pmJoin us and have the chance to create the craft you might have missed out on the previous night. The craft for this program you will create flowers out of egg cartons. For ages 18 and up. Registration is required.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Children Tie-DyeTuesday, August 5, 2:30 pmCome to the Hollowbrook Branch and tie-dye a boring white shirt into a unique work of art you can wear! A shirt will not be provided for this program; please bring your own. For ages 5-9. Registration is required.
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Tween/Teen Tie-DyeWednesday, August 6, 10:30 amCome to the Hollowbrook Branch and tie-dye a boring white shirt into a unique work of art you can wear! A shirt will not be provided for this program; please bring your own. For ages 10-17. Registration is required.
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Hogwarts Summer CourseFridays, August 1 & 8, 3:00 pmIt's time to get a jump start on your magical path as a wizard or witch. During these summer courses, you will be placed in your Hogwarts house, learn how to charm objects, turning one object into another, defend yourself from dark magic, and create potions. For ages 11 and up. Registration is required.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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GLP-1 Medications: What You Need to Know
Wednesday, August 13, 6:30 pm Dr. Lisa Dobruskin, Medical Director of the Center for Bariatric Surgery and Metabolic Medicine at Penn Medicine Princeton, will discuss whether GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Monjaro and Zepbound, might be right for you. Presented as part of the Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness Program. New Jersey Homeschooling Basics Tuesday, August 19, 7:00 pm Join us for an overview of homeschooling in New Jersey and get answers to your questions. A panel of experienced homeschooling parents will cover the basics of homeschooling in New Jersey. Introduction to Genealogy:
Discovering Your Family History Monday, August 25, 7:00 pm Laura Cubbage-Draper, Certified Genealogist®, LCD Genealogy Services, offers an overview of key genealogy records and resources, as well as tips and techniques for getting started on discovering your family stories. Sponsored by Friends of the Ewing Library. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Summer Lab ClassesMonday, August 11, 2:00 – 3:30 pm Friday, August 15, 2:00 – 3:30 pm Thursday, August 21, 2:30 – 4:00 pm Use the computer classroom desktop PCs to work on your own projects or practice your skills using the Northstar Digital Literacy platform while our technology trainers are available to assist you. You can also sit for an assessment to earn a Northstar Digital Literacy Certificate. Register at www.mcl.org/events/computer Windows 11 Computer Classes PC Basics Monday, August 4, 11:00 am Files & Folders Tuesday, August 5, 2:00 pm Windows Accessibility Tools Saturday, August 23, 3:00 pm
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Amateur Photography ContestGet your cameras ready! The Annual Amateur Photography Contest begins Monday, August 11th, and this year's theme is "Our Vibrant World". Visit your local branch between Monday, August 11th and Monday, September 15th to submit your photograph. Please visit our website for more details!
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MCLS Book FestivalCalling all book lovers! Join MCLS for a fun-filled Book Festival at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch on Saturday, September 27, from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Meet local authors, get the inside scoop on writing and publishing, and discover your next great read. We’ll have crafts and kid-friendly performances too — bring the whole family and celebrate stories with us! More information and updates are available at https://mcl.org/mcls-book-festival-2025/.
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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 International Peace Month |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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Jay Falk The Stories, Science, and History of Birds Tuesday, August 5, 2pm Casey McQuiston Returning to Romance Through Food and Flirty Fun in Fiction Wednesday, August 20, 7pm Dr. Tasha Eurich How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos Thursday, August 28, 2pm |
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