At Home in the World: Women Writers and Public Life, from Austen to PresentSunday , October 15, 2:00 pmJoin the Central New Jersey Region of the Jane Austen Society of North America for a talk by Princeton professors Deborah Nord and Maria DiBattista. They will be discussing their book, At Home in the World: Women Writers and Public Life, from Austen to the Present. They look at the last 200 years of women authors and show that their work is less about domestic concerns and more about the issues of public life and society. Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing through the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Registration suggested. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
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State Health Insurance Assistance Program: Information Session Thursday, October 19, 7:00 pm Join Cathy Forbes and learn about the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), a free statewide health benefits counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their families or caregivers. The SHIP program is administered by the New Jersey Department of Human Services with financial assistance through a grant from the U.S. Administration for Community Living. Registration suggested. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
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Rhythm N' Sound: "Musical Review - 40's to 80's"Thursday , October 26, 7:00 pmRhythm N’ Sound is a trio of musicians whose program will cover a varied genre of Classic Oldies, Rock n' Roll, Classic Rock, Motown, Disco, and Classical songs from the great American song book. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library celebrating their 25th anniversary. Registration is suggested. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
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Featured Children's and Young Adult Programs
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Preschool Concert with Miss Amy Thursday , October 5, 10:00 amFor toddlers and preschoolers, with a caregiver. Enjoy this musical entertainment concert showcasing Miss Amy’s warm engaging manner and “positively enriching original music.” Miss Amy is a Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter, an accredited music educator and a fitness instructor. No registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library.
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Preschool Halloween Costume Parade Tuesday , October 31, 10:00 amFor ages 5 and under. Wear your costume, and parade through the Library for Halloween treats! Music with Miss Amy and spooky crafts (and fun fall ones, too!) to follow. Refreshments will be served. Online registration is required. Registration opens the morning of the program at 7:00 am. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library.
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Star Wars Science, for ages 5-10 yrs. old Saturday, October 7, 2:30 pm For ages 5-10 yrs old, with a caregiver. Celebrate Star Wars Reads Day 2017 and join us for a fun afternoon combining Star Wars and science! Rotate through different stations and get hands-on with fun experiments including saving Han Solo from carbonite and building a droid from recyclable materials! May the science be with you!! Registration will begin on Saturday, October 7, 2017 at 7:00 am. Space is limited. Please phone the Youth Desk if you register and are not able to attend, so that we may allow another child to participate. (609) 989-6921 Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library.
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Friends of the Lawrence Library Membership - Support our programs!
The Friends of the Lawrence Library are dedicated to enhancing the library experience for the patrons of the Lawrence HQ Branch of the Mercer County Library System. Proceeds from their book sales and membership provide funding for special programs, materials and student awards that are not provided for in the county budget. Click the link below to learn more about how to join the Friends of the Lawrence Library.
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Click here for a full list of programs available at the Lawrence Branch and other Mercer County Library System branches.
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