Pearl Harbor: Day of Infamy Monday, December 3, 7 p.m. December 7th, 2018 will mark the 77th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Learn all about this turning point in American history with Shaun Illingworth, MLIS, Director of the Rutgers Oral History Archives. Registration required. Register below or call 609-882-3148.
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Make a Winter Greeting Card! Wednesday, December 5, 10:30 a.m. Presented by Alicia Vincelette of Inked Edge Paper Art. Use rubber stamped images and interesting folding and layering techniques to create a one-of-a kind greeting card! This is a hands-on class where you'll use various tools to create a card that can be used for whatever occasion you’d like. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration required. Register below or call 609-882-3148.
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Documentary Screening: Won't You Be My Neighbor? (2018, PG-13)Friday, December 7, 1:00 p.m. With Joanne Rogers, Betty Aberlin and David Bianculli. An exploration of the life, lessons, and legacy of iconic children's television host, Fred Rogers. Runtime: 96 min.
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Holiday Harp Performance Sunday, December 9, 2:00 p.m. Presented by Liudmila Ivanova. Join us for a special afternoon of holiday music performed by the former principal harpist with the St. Petersburg Opera Theatre and the Mariinsky Theatre in Russia. Ms. Ivanova holds a Master's degree in Harp Performance from the St. Petersburg Conservatory in Russia. Registration required. Register below or call 609-882-3148.
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Yoga Wednesday, December 19, 6:00 p.m. Presented by Bob Kirby. No experience necessary! Please bring a towel/yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Classes are limited, register early! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration required. Register below or call 609-882-3148.
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Sunday, December 16 With John David Washington, Adam Driver and Laura Harrier. Ron Stallworth, an African-American police officer from Colorado, successfully manages to infiltrate the local Ku Klux Klan with the help of a white surrogate, who eventually becomes head of the local branch. Runtime: 135 min.
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With James Stewart, Donna Reed and Lionel Barrymore. An angel is sent from Heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed. Runtime: 130 min.
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Crazy Rich Asians (2018, PG-13) Sunday, December 30 With Constance Wu, Henry Golding and Michelle Yeoh. This contemporary romantic comedy, based on a global bestseller, follows native New Yorker Rachel Chu to Singapore to meet her boyfriend's family. Runtime: 113 min.
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Fitness for the Active Aging Monday, December 3, 10:30 a.m.; Monday, December 10, 10:30 a.m. and Monday, December 17, 10:30 a.m. Presented by Bob Kirby. Enjoy the benefits of stretching and low-impact exercises while learning how staying fit can improve balance, posture, flexibility, endurance and more. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration required. Call 609-882-3148.
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Yarnworks Wednesday, December 5, 7 p.m., Monday, December 10, 7 p.m.; Saturday, December 15, 2 p.m. and Wednesday, December 19, 7 p.m. Presented by Lee Pellegrino. Join fellow knitters and crocheters and tackle a new project or work on one you’ve already started.
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Computer Basics: Open Lab Monday, December 3, 11:30 a.m. If you want to learn how to operate a computer or use certain programs, come to our open computer lab for a stress-free experience. You’ll be able to work on a computer at your own pace and ask any questions you may have (this is not a formal course). Librarian Andrew will be there to guide you and provide information. Registration required. Register below or call 609-882-3148.
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Job Hunting and Preparation Monday, December 10, 11:30 a.m The Mercer County Library System provides access to online databases such as Job and Career Accelerator and Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center. These tools can help you build resumes, research careers, search for jobs and more. Join Librarian Andrew for an overview of these beneficial databases that can be accessed from your home. Registration required. Register below or call 609-882-3148.
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Microsoft Word Basics Monday, December 17, 11:30 a.m Join Librarian Andrew for a tutorial on the basics of Microsoft Word. You’ll learn how to navigate through its essential features. This course is for absolute beginners and those in need of a refresher. No need to feel overwhelmed, we will tackle these features at a comfortable pace. Registration required. Register below or call 609-882-3148.
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Click here for a full list of programs available at the Ewing Branch and other Mercer County Library System branches.
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