Adult Craft: Adorable Yarn Bird Monday, May 13, 2:00 pmCrafting can be relaxing, and when you craft together with someone, it can help build a friendship and a sense of community. Join us at the Hollowbrook Library as we create an adorable yarn bird together! Snacks and water will be provided. For ages 16 and up. Registration is required.
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Knitting and Crochet ClubWednesdays, May 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 1:00 pm Are you passionate about crafting with yarn and creating cozy, handmade masterpieces? Look no further! Our Knitting and Crochet Club is the perfect place for beginners and experienced crafters alike to come together and share their love for all thing’s yarn art. For ages 16 and up.
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Lucky BINGO! Thursday, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2:00 pmJoin us at the Hollowbrook Library for a fun-filled hour of Bingo. All are welcome, and bring a friend! Snacks and drinks will be provided. For ages 16 and up. Registration is required.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Tranquility ColoringMondays, May 6 & 20, 2:00 - 4:00 pmMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Hollowbrook Library will offer a space for teenagers to relax, recharge, and reflect. Teens can relax to meditation music and color while enjoying snacks and refreshments. For ages 14 and up.
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Snack Time: Mother’s Day Avalanche CookiesTuesday, May 7, 2:00 pmAre you interested in learning how to make fun and easy-to-make snacks? Then this program is for you! Snack Time teaches children to create new and exciting snacks with simple-to-follow recipes and ingredients. To celebrate Mother’s Day, participants will learn how to make delicious Avalanche Cookies! For all ages. Registration is required.
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Cherry Blossom Windsocks and Paper LeiMonday, May 13 - Friday, May 17, 9:30 am - 4:40 pmMay is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and to celebrate, Hollowbrook will be hosting a week-long drop-in craft program. Participants will have the chance to create a Paper Lei and a Cherry Blossom Wind Sock. For all ages.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Learn about NJ State Library Resources Wednesday, May 8, 3:00 pm Presented by Andrew Dauphinee, Instruction and Outreach Librarian for the State Library's Information Center and Liz Kelly, Adult Services Librarian with the Talking Book & Braille Center of the State Library. Taking Advantage of NJ-Grown Produce Near Mercer County Thursday, May 9, 1:00 pm Presented by Ricardo Kairios an Assistant Professor with Rutgers Cooperative Extensionof Mercer County. The Story of Shofuso Monday, May 13, 7:00 pm Join us for a historical tour of Shofuso, presented by the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia. Manet: Amazing Art, Life and Legacy Wednesday, May 15, 7:00 pm Presented by Jeanne Johnson, docent at the Princeton University Art Museum as well as Morven Museum and Gardens. The Wandering Jews of New Jersey Wednesday, May 22, 7:00 pm Presented by Oscar Israelowitz, a licensed NYC tour guide, author and experienced lecturer.
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Word SaturdaySaturday, May 4, 10:00 – 11:30 am & 2:00 – 3:30 pm Join us for Intro to Word and learn to create a document using Word’s typing, formatting, and editing tools. The afternoon session, Word Essentials, will explore more Word tools to create a professional-looking document. 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!
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Sign up for Text Alerts! MCLS patrons can opt-in to receive text notifications when a hold is ready for pickup! To opt-in, go to your account settings in MCLS' catalog.
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Library Speakers Consortium (LSC) Virtual Author TalksMCLS is partnering with the Library Speakers Consortium (LSC) to provide virtual author talks featuring bestselling, award-winning, and highly acclaimed authors from around the world. Patrons can register to attend each talk live, and even submit questions in advance for the author to address. If you can’t make the live talks, you’ll be able to watch the recordings later. A complete list of events is available on Mercer County Library’s virtual author talk website at https://libraryc.org/mcl.
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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 Mental Health Awareness Month
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