Register online at www.mcl.org. If you need assistance, please call the Reference Desk at (609) 448-0957.
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Yoga for SuccessMonday, November 4, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Learn simple but powerful yoga postures to bring stability and balance to your life. No prior experience with yoga is necessary.
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Gerrymandering and Redistricting in NJ: Draw Your Own Congressional MapMonday, November 4, 7:00 - 8:00 pm In this interactive class, we will discuss the basics of redistricting and will draw our own congressional maps for New Jersey using a free online program. Learn the criteria for producing fair districts, and receive feedback on your map. No prior knowledge of redistricting or politics is necessary. Those who attended the September Gerrymandering presentation will find new material in this session. Please bring a laptop if you have one; the redistricting software does not work on mobile devices.
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Kick the Sugar Habit Monday, November 4, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Alyssa Luning, RD, LDN, CSOWM, registered dietitian with Princeton Medical Center, will discuss the risks of consuming food and beverages high in sugar, and alternatives that offer flavor as well as nutritional value.
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Stitchathon Extra Help Wednesday, November 13, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
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Friends of the Hickory Corner Library Book Sale Thursday, November 14, 4:00 - 8:30 pm (4:00 - 6:00 pm for Friends members only!) Friday, November 15, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Saturday, November 16, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday, November 17, 1:00 - 4:00 pm, Bag Sale Browse through thousands of gently used books, DVDs, and CDs! Proceeds are used to purchase materials for the library and provide special programs for adults and children, including the Summer Reading Program.
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Depression: Dealing with Holiday Blues Monday, November 18, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Learn strategies to help prevent sadness through the holidays and beyond. This workshop will cover various types of depression, how to recognize the signs and symptoms of depression, and more. Hear uplifting stories about depression that can help to brighten the holidays and your life. Presented by Edmonia (Edie) Glover, LSW, trainer-therapist for Personal Consulting Services (PCS) in Robbinsville.
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Learn How to Compost Monday, November 18, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Margaret Pickoff, MS, county horticulturist for Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, will discuss the importance of composting and describe composting methods.
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Meditation for Beginners Wednesday, November 20, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Learn Isha Kriya, a simple and powerful meditation that you can do anytime, anywhere. No prior meditation experience is required, and the meditation is learned sitting comfortably in a chair. This workshop is presented by the Isha Foundation.
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Yoga for Peace Saturday, November 23, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Learn simple but powerful yoga practices that enhance clarity, improve health, and promote a state of peacefulness and joy. Presented by the Isha Foundation.
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Knit & Crochet Corner November 5, 19, & 26, 10:00 - 11:30 am We meet weekly all year. Work on your project while chatting with others. All adults—beginners as well as experienced crocheters and knitters—are welcome! Instruction available for beginning crocheters.
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Learn to Play Canasta Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20, & 27, 12:30 - 1:30 pm Florence Nitti, an experienced instructor, will teach you how to play canasta, a card game in the rummy family.
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Current Events Chat November 6, 20, & 27, 2:30 - 3:30 pm One of the Hickory Corner librarians will moderate a thoughtful discussion of current events by patrons. All adults are welcome. No preparation is necessary.
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Socrates Cafe Wednesday, November 6, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Socrates Café is a gathering where participants pose questions, listen to others, raise challenges, and consider alternative answers. Background in philosophy not required; no preparation necessary.
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Conversational ESL Thursdays, November 7, 14, & 21, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Join ESL instructor Arthur Spero to learn how to improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and fluency. Must have basic knowledge of English.
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Toastmasters Club November 14 & 23, 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Members meet to deliver and evaluate prepared and impromptu speeches in an effort to improve as speakers and as leaders. Some speeches will be delivered in English, some in Tamil. All are welcome.
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Craft Circle and Evening Craft Thursday, November 21, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Thursday, November 21, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Make trees out of patterned paper. You can follow a nature color scheme or jazz up your holiday.
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Paper Craft with Lonie Monday, November 25, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Lonie Leong, of Paper Creations, will assist you in making a lovely hand-crafted item to display or give as a gift. Registration is required and begins on October 22. Register online at www.mcl.org (Adult Programs), or call 609-448-0957 for assistance.
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Mystery Book Club Monday, November 25, 7:00 - 8:00 pm The Woman in Cabin 10, by Ruth Ware
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No registration is required for movies. A small snack will be provided. |
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Friday, November 1, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Us (2019). Rated R; 116 minutes Sunday November 3, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Rocketman (2019). Rated R; 121 minutes Friday, November 8, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Robbery of the Heart (2019). Not rated (documentary about Kristallnacht); 66 minutes Friday, November 22, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Ma (2019). Rated R; 110 minutes Sunday, November 24, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Grumpy Old Men (1993). Rated PG-13; 104 minutes Friday, November 29, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Nobody’s Fool (1994). Rated R; 110 minutes
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Click here for a full list of programs available at the Hickory Corner Branch and other Mercer County Library System branches.
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