New Jersey Food Truck Cookbook Author and Tasting EventSaturday, June 1, 2:30 pmNew Jersey food trucks are some of the best in the nation. Author Patrick Lombardi has been around the circuit for nearly a decade, covering a wide range of events as well as gourmet food trucks for BestofNJ.com. Patrick will be sharing helpful kitchen tips and a favorite recipe from his book, Maddalena's "Chookie" cookies! Chef Andrew from Mama Dude's food truck will be preparing Griggstown Turkey Breakfast Tacos!
Registration is required.
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Nobody Owns the Sky: Fascinating Stories of Forgotten Female Aviators Tuesday, June 4, 6:30 pmCome hear the stories of early female pilots whose ground-breaking exploits were lost to history after Amelia Earhart's famous disappearance. These female aviators were determined to show that anything men could do, they could do too. Presented by Carol Simon Levin as Elinor Smith Sullivan. Registration is required. |
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National Parks UnveiledTuesday, June 25, 6:30 pmProfessional traveler Chris McCormack will share this engaging and informative presentation, where you will discover adventure, and cost-saving tips for exploring our country's incredible landscapes! Through personal stories and experiences, the audience will come to realize how liberating and profound traveling truly is. You will leave with the desire to go explore the unknown! Registration is required. |
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Summer Reading EventThursday, June 6, 5:00 - 7:00 pmCome read aloud with your favorite staff at Robbinsville Public Schools, take a photo with Boomer and Noble, and enjoy Playtime with a Twist with hula hoops, bubbles, and ribbon dancing. All ages, with an adult.
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Summer Reading Kick Off PartyWednesday, June 19, 9:30 am - 12:00 pmCome register for the summer reading program and enjoy snow cones, crafts, games, and more. All ages, with an adult.
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Cartooning WorkshopSaturday, June 29, 10:00 amChildren ages 8-14, accompanied by an adult, are invited to join us for a hands-on cartooning workshop presented by Mike Dawson, author of The Fifth Quarter. Children will learn how to tell stories using comics through a workbook and exercises. Registration is required.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Let's Get Physical: Engaging in Simple Muscle-Buildng Activities
Wednesday, June 5, 1:30 pm
Presented by Ricardo Kairios, Assistant Professor with Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County from Rutgers Family and Community Health Sciences. The Monarch Migration Journey in New JerseyThursday, June 6, 7:00 pmPresented by by Jack McDonough, a leading monarch butterfly researcher and the Field Coordinator of the Cape May Monarch Monitoring Project under New Jersey Audubon. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. What We Commemorate on Juneteenth Thursday, June 13, 6:30 pm
Presented by Dr. Richard Bell, Professor of History at the University of Maryland. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. Stonewall National Museum Presentation Monday, June 17, 6:30 pm Presentd by Robert Kesten, Executive Director of the Stonewall National Museum Archives & Library. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Excel SaturdaySaturday, June 29, 10:00 am – 11:30 am & 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Join us in the morning for "Excel: Charts & Graphs", and learn to create and customize charts to better visualize data. Then the afternoon session, "Excel: Formulas & Functions", is a fast-paced, cumulative Excel class. Join us to learn about formulas and functions, including VLOOKUP! Attend one or both classes! Northstar Assessments at Open Labs! Use the computer classroom 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 in the technology instruction area of your choice! Learn more at mcl.org/computer-instruction/
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Learn to code with Fiero Code! MCLS is thrilled to introduce Fiero Code, an innovative e-learning platform designed to turn you into a coding pro. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to enhance your skills, Fiero Code offers a comprehensive curriculum in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and more. It's gamified, self-paced, and perfect for all ages—from kids to adults. Start your coding adventure today and unlock endless possibilities! Try it out today! |
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2024 Summer Reading ProgramMCLS' Summer Reading Program is back! Our libraries have been getting ready for the 2024 Summer Reading Program, “Adventure Begins at the Library”, which takes place June 17 through August 10th! Make sure you stop in throughout the summer to register, log in your reading, pick up prizes, attend programs, create crafts, play games, and so much more! For all ages.We hope to see you this summer!
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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 Pride Month |
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