National Library Week Essay Contest! National Library Week is April 8-14. Submit a 200-word essay on “What Your Library Means to You” by Saturday, April 14 to the Reference staff. The writer of the best essay will win a $50 gift card to Barnes & Noble!
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Alzheimer's Association Seminar: Legal, Financial and Ethical Care Planning Thursday, April 5, 4-6:30 p.m. Presented by Nicolette Vasco of the Alzheimer's Association. This workshop will provide information and education on the importance of advance planning, identifying steps to get legal, financial and future care plans put in place and hands-on tools for making plans now. Registration required. Call 882-3148.
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History of the Trenton-Mercer Airport Monday, April 9, 7 p.m. Presented by Howard Bueschel, long time Ewing resident and former associate professor of aviation history and law at MCCC. Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) opened in 1929 in order to better connect Mercer County to the rest of the nation and transported many fliers, including notable aviation and political leaders. Learn all about the fascinating history behind our growing local airport. Registration required. Call 882-3148. Registration required. Call 882-3148.
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National Library Week Special Screening: Storm Center (1956, NR) Friday, April 13, 1:00 p.m. With Bette Davis, Brian Keith and Kim Hunter. A small-town librarian is branded as a Communist by local politicians when she refuses to withdraw a controversial book from the library's shelves. Runtime: 85 min.
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AT&T's Pole Farm and the Transformation of Mercer MeadowsTuesday, April 17, 7:00 p.m. Presented by historian Dennis P. Waters. In 1928 AT&T purchased more than 800 acres of productive farmland in Lawrence and Hopewell Townships to build what would become the world’s largest radiotelephone transmitting station. At its peak in the early 1960s it carried millions of phone calls across the Atlantic Ocean to Europe, Africa, South America, and the Middle East. Join us to learn more about this site and its important history. Registration required. Call 882-3148. Registration required. Call 882-3148.
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Medicare Basics Wednesday, April 18, 7 p.m. Join Anthony Williams, licensed insurance broker, for an overview of Medicare Parts A and B and have your questions answered. Registration required. Call 882-3148.
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Financial Fitness Seminar: Build a Basic BudgetWednesday, April 25, 6:30 p.m. Presented by Jaime Gangone from the Credit Union of New Jersey. Can you recall where you spent your last ATM withdrawal? Are you living paycheck to paycheck? Learn how to set realistic financial goals for you and your family. Identify your “spending leaks,” track where your money goes and develop a spending plan to avoid the pitfalls of overspending. Registration required. Call 882-3148.
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Around the World in 1909! Sunday, April 29, 2:00 p.m. In the summer of 1909, Ewing/Trenton resident and industrialist Harriet White Fisher embarked on a remarkable journey in her motorcar with her driver, maid, butler and dog. Lisa Begin-Kruysman tells Mrs. Fisher's journey in her book Around the World in 1909: Harriet White Fisher and Her Locomobile. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration required. Call 882-3148.
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Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri (R) Sunday, April 8 With Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson and Sam Rockwell. A mother personally challenges the local authorities to solve her daughter's murder when they fail to catch the culprit. Runtime: 115 min.
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With Gary Oldman, Lily James and Kristin Scott Thomas. During the early days of World War II, the fate of Western Europe hangs on the newly-appointed British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler, or fight on against incredible odds. Runtime: 125 min.
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Murder on the Orient Express (PG-13) Sunday, April 22 With Kenneth Branagh, Penélope Cruz and Johnny Depp. When a murder occurs on the train he's travelling on, celebrated detective Hercule Poirot is recruited to solve the case. Runtime: 116 min.
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Fitness for the Active Aging Monday, April 9, 10:30 a.m.; Monday, April 16, 10:30 a.m. and Monday, April 30, 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 882-3148.
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Yarnworks Monday, April 2, 7 p.m.; Saturday, April 7, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, April 18, 7 p.m. and Monday, April 30, 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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Never Stop Learning: Finding Free College Courses Online Monday, April 16, 11:30 a.m. Many colleges such as Harvard and MIT now offer select courses online for free. Join us as we explore the best websites for continuing your education and keeping your mind sharp. These courses can be taken for fun or for something you can put on your resume. Certain classes may be taken on your own time while others may be taken over the course of several weeks. Registration required. Call 882-3148.
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Basics of Microsoft Word Monday, April 23, 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. Call 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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