Saturday, April 5, 3:00 pm
If you are interested in becoming a U.S. citizen, we can help! Join our free preparation class to study and practice for your citizenship exam.
Registration is required by phone at 609-448-1474 or email at hiprogs@mcl.org. |
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Guided MeditationThursdays, April 3, 10, 17 & 24, 12:00 pmRelax, refocus, and rejuvenate. Take a moment to regain the peace lost during our busy days. Facilitated by staff member, Leena, who is a longtime practitioner of Rajyoga meditation. Register to receive a friendly reminder and be notified of any changes to the program.
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Crafty Adults: Pressed Flower Trinket JarsWednesday, April 30, 2:00 pmIn this craft session, we will be using pressed dried flowers & glass jars to make a cute decoupage project to gift or keep for yourself. Sponsored by the Hightstown Library Association. Registration is required.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Easter Egg HuntsFriday, April 11, 3:00 pm or Monday, April 14, 2:00 pmCome decorate your own Easter baskets and then search in the library for Easter eggs containing fun prizes like stickers and small toys. Open to families of all backgrounds! Please register for one session only. Sponsored by the Hightstown Library Association. For ages 3-8. Registration is required. Please register each child separately. |
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Tween and Teen Diamond Art PaintingMonday, April 14, 6:00 pmTweens and teens ages 10-16+ can make a mandala corner bookmark with a diamond painting kit. All supplies provided. Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association. Registration is required.
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Passover Story Time and CraftTuesday, April 15, 10:00 amCome celebrate and learn about the Jewish holiday of Passover with a story and craft from Congregation Beth Chaim staff in West Windsor. Families of all backgrounds are welcome! For ages 3-8. Registration is required. Please register each child separately. |
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Saving the Coral ReefsThursday, April 3, 7:00 pm Presented by Michael Anderson, the founder of Aquarium Divers for Coral Society (ADFC). Monet: A Life Extraordinaire! Monday, April 7, 7:00 pm Presented by Jeanne Johnson, docent at the Princeton University Art Museum as well as Morven Museum and Gardens. A Celebration of Arab Culture & Dialogue Monday, April 14, 7:00 pm Presented by Dr. Rania Habib, Professor of Arabic and Linguistics and the Arabic Program Coordinator at Syracuse University. New Jersey Genealogy
Tuesday, April 22, 6:30 pm Presented by Regina Fitzpatrick, genealogy librarian at the New Jersey State Library. A Poetry Happening: Mercer Poets Read
Monday, April 28, 7:00 pm Join us for a 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. Call for Poetry! Poets, of all ages, are invited to submit a poem, citing the author, to hopeprogs@mcl.org by Monday, April 21. All are invited to attend the program for an enjoyable evening of poetry! Please register to receive the link to attend.
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Typing Lab Thursday, April 17, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Tuesday, April 22, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Learn about the typing practice tools available and practice with the trainers there to help! Intro to Canva Saturday, April 5, 1:30 - 2:30 pm Monday, April 28 from 10:00 - 11:00 am Learn to use this online program for flyers, business cards, social media content and more. Learn to Use Libby Monday, April 7, 10:00 - 11:00 am Access audiobooks, eBooks, comics and graphic novels from anywhere with your MCLS card! Career Prep & Job Seeking Skills Monday, April 21, 10:00 - 10:45 am Best practices for career searching and resumes and cover letters! |
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National Poetry Month
April is National Poetry Month and MCLS is celebrating with many great poetry programs and activities, including poetry writing workshops, poetry readings, and discussions. We hope you'll join us! Poetry Reading & Open Mic Thursday, April 3, 6:30 pm Lawrence Branch Poetry Writing Workshop Saturday, April 5, 1:00 pm Hickory Corner Branch Thursday, April 10, 6:30 pm Lawrence Branch Poetry Writing Workshop Wednesday, April 16, 2:30 pm Lawrence Branch Thursday, April 17, 6:30 pm West Windsor Branch A Poetry Happening: Mercer Poets Read Monday, April 28, 7:00 pm Virtual Program |
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Branch News
Mercer County Board of Social Services representatives will be at the branch to provide information about accessing the many, varied services and support they provide to the families and residents of Mercer County on April 9th and May 7th. Call the branch at 609-448-1474 for more information.
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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 Humor Month |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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