Wednesdays, May 6 & 13, 10:00 – 11:00 amWe will be making a community Toran, a colorful doorway banner with beautiful, patterned fabric. Please register.
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Tuesday, May 12, 12:00 – 1:30 pmThis is a safe space to share and to learn about ways caregivers can cope with their stress and concerns. Kat Verdi, MAT, CADDCT, facilitates and shares (in English and Spanish) many resources available; her mission is to educate, empower, and encourage. Snacks will be provided. Registration is required. Grupo de Apoyo para Cuidadores (Bilingüe) Martes, 12 de mayo, de 12:00 a 1:30 pm Este es un espacio seguro para compartir experiencias y conocer estrategias que permitan a los cuidadores manejar el estrés y las preocupaciones asociadas con su labor. La Sra. Kat Verdi, MAT, CADDCT, dirige la sesión y ofrece (en inglés y en español) diversos recursos disponibles. Su misión es educar, empoderar y brindar aliento a los cuidadores. Se ofrecerán refrigerios. Es necesario inscribirse previamente con la librería.
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Thursday, May 21, 2:30 – 3:30 pmIt’s all good fun! No matter what your singing ability, you’re bound to find an appreciative audience here at Hickory Corner Branch! Be sure to bring a list of songs you’d like to sing. Please register.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Saturday, May 2, 2:30pmCalling all young fans of the Marvel Universe. Children, tweens and teens ages 4-17 are invited to join us for Marvel Mania! We will create our own comic books, make a Marvel-themed snack, play Marvel trivia, and talk about our favorite Marvel characters. It will be sure to be a “Marvel”ous time! Registration is required for each participant.
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Tuesday, May 12, 4:30 pmMay is Mental Health Awareness Month. Children and tweens ages 4-12 are invited to come make crafts that help with emotional regulation and mindfulness. These crafts include fidget bracelets, calm down glitter jars, and breathing sticks. Registration is required for each participant.
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Monday, May 18, 7:00 pmTweens and teens ages 9-17 are welcome to come learn how to make flowers out of old book pages. Registration is required for each participant.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Hidden Meanings in Chinese Art
Wednesday, May 6, 6:30 pm Presented by Larry Mock, docent at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, CA. The Timeline of Lawrence History: 300 Years in 60 Images
Tuesday, May 12, 6:30 pm Presented by Dennis Waters, former Lawrence Township historian and current member of the Mercer County Library Commission.  Emergency Preparedness for Individuals with Access and Functional Needs Thursday, May 14, 6:00 pm Presented by Reed Thomas, Program Coordinator for the Personal Assistance Services Program (PASP). Offered as part of the Colorful Dreams Care Program Series. The American Revolution and the Fate of the World Tuesday, May 19, 7:00 pm Presented by Dr. Richard Bell, history professor at the University of Maryland. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. The Borscht Belt: The Comic Legacy of the Catskills Tuesday, May 26, 7:00 pm Presented by entertainment historian John Kenrick. |
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Hold Lockers are now available!Hold lockers give you the flexibility to pick up your library materials 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, even when the branch is closed. Our new hold lockers are currently available at our Lawrence Headquarters and West Windsor Branches. Visit our website to learn more!
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Museum PassesMCLS patrons may reserve and checkout various museum passes through the library -- all for free using your library card! Many of the passes are now available digitally (with a few exceptions) so checking them out is easy. Visit our website to learn more or to reserve a pass today!
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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 Mystery Month |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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Radhi Devlukia-Shetty JoyFull: Daily Rituals to Eat Freely and Live Radiantly Tuesday, May 5, 2:00 pm Marjan Kamali On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love Thursday, May 7, 7:00 pm Dr. Vivienne Ming How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) Tuesday, May 12, 2:00 pm Dr. Patrick K. Porter & Ruchika Sikri Ancient Wisdom and Modern Technologies for Peak Brain Performance Thursday, May 14, 2:00 pm Nir Eyal Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential Tuesday, May 19, 2:00 pm |
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