Spotted Lanternfly!Wednesday, April 5, 7:00 pmKathryn Homa, Mercer County Horticulturist, will discuss the history and biology of the Spotted Lanternfly, and provide various methods of controlling them, including homemade traps!
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An Afternoon at the Movies - "The Fabelmans"Thursday, April 13, 1:30 pmThis Oscar-nominated film is inspired by true events. The narrative follows Sammy Fabelman on a journey of self-discovery. After finding out an unsettling family secret, Sammy falls in love with cinema and its power to tell stories. Starring Michelle Williams and Paul Dano. Rated PG-13; 2 hours and 31 minutes. Registration is required. |
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“Lettuce” Talk About HydroponicsMonday, April 17, 7:00 pmIn honor of Earth Day, join us for a soilless evening full of education and lettuce! Learn all about the Robbinsville Hydroponic Farm located right across from us in the parking lot. Enjoy some delicious leafy greens fresh from the farm while we discuss the growing process and the different ways it’s benefiting our community! Presented by Hope Neis, Hydroponic Farm Coordinator. Registration is required. |
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Sing Along with Miss Kim Monday, April 10, 10:30 amChildren of all ages, accompanied by an adult, are invited to come sing and dance with Miss Kim. Registration is required. |
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Kids in the KitchenTuesday, April 11, 2:00 pmCome decorate and enjoy a marshmallow Peep treat while listening to spring stories. Registration is required. |
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Cartooning Lessons, How Comics Work and What They Have Taught MeSaturday, April 15, 10:30 amChildren in grades 2 through 8 are invited to join Mike Dawson, the Ignatz award-winning author of the middle-grade graphic novel series The Fifth Quarter, and learn how comics work and the different ways writers find new ideas. Come and learn the nuts & bolts of making comics, enjoy live-drawing and cartooning demonstrations, and understand how starting and maintaining a consistent creative practice can take artists and authors to new and unexpected places. Registration is required. |
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Backyard Birding and Feeding Birds Wednesday, April 5, 3:00 pm Presented by Heidi Mass, Washington Crossing Audubon Society board member (Pennington, NJ).  Women of New York
Thursday, April 6, 7:00 pm Presented by Marty Schneit, born-and-bred New Yorker and Historian. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.  Benefits of Acupressure for Pain Management Holistic Interventions for Improving Pain, Fatigue, Anxiety and Stress Relief Monday, April 10, 6:30 pm Presented by Rachna Mehta, PT, DPT, CIMT, PRPC, RYT 200 from Hamilton Physical Therapy Services. Wills, Probate, and Estate Planning Thursday, April 13, 6:30 pm Presented by Attorney Ken Vercammen and Financial Advisor Dan Fabrizio. From Babel to Baghdad: Culture of a Cuisine in Transition
Wednesday, April 19, 7:00 pm Presented by award-winning researcher and food writer, Nawal Nasrallah. Yoga and Mindfulness Strategies for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Monday, April 24, 7:00 pm Presented by Jennifer Schwester, Yoga Instructor, Educator, and Mindfulness Coach. From Assunpink to Stony Brook: The Story of the Streams of Lawrence Township
Wednesday, April 26, 7:00 pm Presented by Dennis P. Waters, Mercer County Library Commissioner and former Lawrence Township Historian. Co-sponsored with the Lawrence Township Environmental Education Foundation. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Excel Saturdays Saturday, April 15
Intro to Excel: 10:00 – 11:30 am
Excel Essentials: 2:00 – 3:30 pm
Saturday, April 22
Excel: Charts & Graphs: 10:00 – 11:30 am
Excel: Pivot Tables: 2:00 – 3:30 pm
Join us at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch to learn all about Excel. Basic mouse skills are required. Beginners are strongly encouraged to attend Intro to Excel and Excel Essentials before registering for the more advanced Excel classes. Registration is required. Internet Classes (In-Person & Virtual) Online Scams & Fraud: Thursday, April 13, 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Evaluating Online Information: Thursday, April 20, 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Join us at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch or online for these one-hour information sessions to learn how to be a smarter and savvier internet user. Registration is required. Northstar Assessments at Open Labs!Friday, April 14, 10:00 – 11:30 am
Monday, April 17, 2:00 – 3:30 pm
Thursday, April 27, 2:00 – 3:30 pm
To earn your Northstar certificate, visit the Lawrence Branch in person to take a free proctored exam during one of the Open Lab sessions. Once you pass the assessment, you’ll be given a certificate on the spot! Learn more at mcl.org/computer-instruction/ Registration is required. |
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National Poetry Month All are welcome to join us for a virtual celebration of National Poetry Month. Chip McAuley, poet and librarian, will host an evening of poetry with local poets reading their own work or a favorite published poem. Please register to receive the link to attend the virtual event, taking place Tuesday, April 25, 7:00 pm. Please Note: Poets interested in submitting poetry can email a poem, citing the author, to hcprogs@mcl.org by Friday, April 14.
Visit our website to learn more about other Poetry Month Events at MCLS. |
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Spring Book Sale!
Shop at our Book Sale on April 29 from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm, sponsored by the Robbinsville Township Library Advisory Committee. Drop off gently used books for our sale: Saturday, April 22, 9:30 am - 4:40 pm, Monday April 24 - Wednesday, April 26, 9:30 am - 8:00 pm. |
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TumbleBook LibraryTumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books that teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. With your library card, you have access to over 1,100 titles. There are no checkout limits or waitlists, and unlimited use -- so the collection is always available to everyone!
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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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Autism Acceptance Month: Autistic Authors |
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