Adult Summer Reading Program: "A Universe of Stories" Monday, June 24-Saturday, August 10 Adult summer readers can register online or in person using a paper raffle slip. After registration, pick up a “A Universe of Stories” book bag & log-in your completed books online or on additional raffle slips. Every book logged-in is a chance to win one of our grand prize Amazon Fire gift baskets.
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Paint a Canvas Saturday, July 13, 10:00-11:30 am All participants will be instructed step-by-step to create your own out-of-this-world piece of art in acrylics on canvas. Everyone’s painting will be based on a similar design, but all will be unique. Open to adults & teens age 14 & up at any skill level! All supplies provided. Sponsored by the Hightstown Library Association.
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Professional Resume Review Friday, July 19, 2:00-4:00 pm Chris Lu from Paramount Staffing will help you turn your resume into one that will get noticed! Content, grammar and layout will be reviewed. Bring your resume (a rough draft is fine) on a flash drive, saved in your email or on paper. Register for a 30 minute one-on-one appointment.
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Yoga for Everyone Saturday, July 20, 10:30 am-12:00 pm This session offers simple, but powerful yoga postures to bring stability and balance. Open to all, ages 7 & up! Bring a yoga mat and/or towel. Taught by a Isha Foundation instructor. Online Registration suggested.
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Crafty Adults: Make a Wreath New time this month! Thursday, July 25, 7:00-8:30 pm
Spend your evening creating a festive burlap wreath decorated with flowers & ribbons. Supplies included, but feel free to bring anything you would like to add to yours. Open to any skill level. The class will be taught by Amy Aust of "Take It or Wreath It!" Sponsored by the Hightstown Library Association. Register online.
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Featured Children's and Young Adult Programs
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All Ages! Summer Reading Program: "A Universe of Stories" Monday, June 24-Saturday, August 10 Children (ages infant-11) register at the library branch, keep track of what they read & return their logs weekly. Tweens & Teens (ages 12-18) register online & enter books when completed online here. All participants receive a free book at registration. Each week that they participate they receive another book, a prize and an entry into the weekly raffles. Sponsored by the Hightstown Library Association.
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Let's Make a Celestial Map with Edutopia LabsMonday, July 1, 6:30-7:30 pm Children & teens ages 8-14 will make a 3D celestial map while exploring the constellations and cosmos. Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association. Online registration required beginning June 24.
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Live it! Apollo 11 Moon Landing with Mr. Malcolm Monday, July 8, 7:00-8:00 pm Children & teens ages 7-14 can learn what it was like to experience the Apollo 11 Moon Landing on July 20, 1969 through a reenactment & presentation by professional storyteller and actor - Mr. Malcolm. Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association. Register online beginning June 24.
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Penguin Pointers with Jenkinson's AquariumThursday, July 11, 2:30-3:00 pm OR 3:30-4:00 pmChildren ages 4-12 will learn about African penguins and meet a live penguin in this 25 minute educational presentation. Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association Register online beginning July 1st at www.mcl.org, under "Programs." Choose only ONE session to attend.
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Unique Creatures Animal Show Thursday, July 18, 3:00-4:00 pm Children ages 4-12 will learn about some of Earth’s most interesting animals in this live animal presentation. See amazing animals up close and learn about their habitats, diet, & more! Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association. Register online beginning July 8th at www.mcl.org, under "Programs."
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Preschool MadScience "Stellar Space"Monday, July 22, 10:30-11:30 am Preschoolers and Kindergarteners ages 3-5 will learn about the Earth, its moon, and the Solar System in this fun and interactive workshop. Take a pretend trip to the moon and gather moon rocks too! Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association Register online beginning July 15th at www.mcl.org, under "Programs."
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Lizard Guys Reptile Show Wednesday, July 31, 2:30-3:30 pm Children ages 4-12 will meet snakes, lizards & more reptiles up close while learning about these animals and their habitats. Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association. Register online beginning July 22nd at www.mcl.org, under "Programs."
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Click here for a full list of programs available at the Hightstown Branch and other Mercer County Library System branches.
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