Sahaja Yoga MeditationSaturday, July 16, 10:00 – 10:45 amRelieve stress via meditation - anyone can do it! Sahaja yoga meditation is practiced worldwide. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.
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Rule of Three Reading Group: Fairy TalesThursday, July 21, 6:30 – 8:00 pmNamed for the "rule of three" principle in writing and joke-telling, this reading group considers three pieces each month: a short story, a poem, and an essay, all connected by a theme. Join us to be introduced to new authors, new forms, and new ideas. We discuss literature in the spirit of curiosity and wonderment.
This month's theme is "Fairy Tales." The story is "Baba Iaga and the Pelican Child” by Joy Williams; the essay, "Fairy Tale is Form, Form is Fairy Tale” by Kate Bernheimer; and the poem, "Little Red Riding Hood” by Matthew Zapruder. Sign up with your email to receive the readings digitally. You can also call the West Windsor reference desk to arrange picking up printed copies. Registration is required.
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Guided Meditation & RelaxationTuesday, July 26, 7:00 - 7:30 pmBe in the present moment and experience the joy of mindfulness, facilitated by Nila Satpute, a 12-year practitioner of Rajyoga. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library.
Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. |
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Lee’s Circus ExtravaganzaSaturday, July 9, 10:30 amIn this show, children and adults get to enjoy a fun, interactive Juggling Extravaganza performance with plenty of audience participation, music, magic, and laughter! This is a program for the whole family. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required prior to the event.
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4:30 & 5:00 pm (ages 5-9)
5:30 pm (ages 8-11)
6:00 pm (ages 12+)
In this program, presented by the Pearl Observatory, children will climb inside the Pearl Observatory Planetarium. They will learn all about the planets and constellations. Please note that participants must be on time because entrance will not be permitted once the show has begun.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library.
Registration is required prior to the event. |
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Harry Potter Animal ShowSaturday, July 23, 2:00 pmEyes of the Wild will be presenting animals that you would find at Hogwarts for this fun Harry Potter themed animal education event. Expect to meet snakes, toads, rats, dragons, and more! This program is for children and teens ages 5+. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. Registration is required prior to the event. |
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Menstrual Equality: What It Is and Why It Matters
Tuesday, July 12, 2:30pm
Menstrual equity is not just about addressing the needs of low-income populations. Affordability is one thing; sheer availability is another. Menstrual equity has no regard for your socioeconomic status; even the richest woman in the world has at one point in her life gone to the bathroom, gotten her period, and did not have access to a period product. Come be a part of this enlightening discussion and learn how you can help make a difference. Presented by Eiko La Boria, the founder and CEO of The Flow Initiative. She will be joined by a representative from Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. |
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The Arctic Meltdown Wednesday, July 13, 7:00 pm The Arctic seems very far away, but the momentous changes occurring there affect us all. Global warming, sea-level rise, tropical storms, and extreme weather events are all connected to the rapidly melting and warming Arctic. Join Dr. Jennifer Francis of Woodwell Climate Research Center as she discusses recent research in this topic. |
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The Mystery of the Coral Reefs
Thursday, July 21, 6:30 pm Learn about the Coral Reefs from the Aquarium Divers for Coral Society, which works with other foundations to save the ocean. Michael Anderson, ADFC's Founder and certified coral restoration diver, will share an overview of coral and coral reefs, the vital role they play in protecting the coastal areas and the ocean's ecosystem, and the ADFC's mission and how people can get involved. |
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Shark Attack!
Friday, July 29, 2:00 pm Didn't get your fill of sharks during Shark Week? Few do! Are sharks really ferocious eating machines they seem to be in movies? Learn the truth about these special fish. The truth is often more fascinating than fiction. Presented by the Center of Aquatic Sciences at Adventure Aquarium. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hopewell Branch. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Word (In-Person & Virtual)
Tuesdays, July 5, 12, 19 & 26, 6:00 pm Join us at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch or online, and let one of our technology trainers teach you all about Microsoft Word. Learn how to create and format a document, build a newsletter, and use Mail Merge! Basic mouse skills are required. Registration is required. Excel (In-Person & Virtual)
Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 6:00 pm Join us at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch or online, and let one of our technology trainers teach you all about Excel, from building a simple worksheet to creating pivot tables! Basic mouse skills are required. Registration is required. |
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Chick-Hatching!July is chick-hatching month at the West Windsor Library. Stop in between July 1 - 13 to meet the newly hatched chicks. Kids will even have a chance to sign up for a time to read to the chicks. Be sure to join us on Tuesday, July 12 at 10:30 for the Chicks’ Graduation Storytime and Party! Then it’s back to the farm for our fine feathered friends.
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Creativebug - New at MCLS!MCLS patrons now have access to Creativebug, an online resource offering thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists! Creativebug is the number one inspirational resource for DIY, crafters and makers. Learn new skills and easy ways to practice your craft every day.
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Oceans of Possibilities: 2022 Summer Reading ProgramGet rewarded for reading this summer! Between June 21st - August 6th, register online or in-person at your local branch to participate in this year’s Summer Reading Program, for all ages. For children 0-11, every 20 minutes of reading will earn you a chance to win one of our Summer Reading themed raffle baskets. Baskets are on display in the children’s area of the library. Also, stop by every week to check in with your reading progress and you will be awarded with a prize toy or book. Tell us what you’ve been reading by adding a ‘title tentacle’ to our Reading Octopus located near the children’s department bulletin board. Teens (ages 12+) will have a special opportunity to participate in the Summer Reading Scratch-off program. Each time you return one or more YA books, you will receive one scratch-off ticket for a chance to win a prize, as well as to be entered into a drawing for even more prizes. Teens will also be able to take chances on winning one of three themed raffle baskets being given away: Self-Care, Banned Books, and Fantasy. Also, check out our Events Calendar to see all of the special programs taking place at MCLS 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 Graphic Novels in Libraries Month |
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