Preparing for RetirementThursday, June 20, 6:30 pmYou probably have a lot of plans for how you are going to spend your retirement. Maybe house projects, maybe hobbies you want to start or spend more time on, maybe travel or spending more time with family. Something you may not be thinking about is how you will pay for it all. With all of the financial turmoil we have witnessed over the past few years, many of us have come to realize that we can’t take our future financial well-being for granted. This workshop will help you consider your wants and needs and get you to start thinking about how to meet those goals in the future. Presented by Justin Hughes of Marg Financial.
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Game Night Thursday, June 27, 6:30 – 8:00 pmWe’ve got a few options lined up for this month, so come by and see which one you like! As always, you’re also welcome to bring some friends and a game of your own.
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Understanding & Treating OsteoporosisFriday, June 28, 2:00 pmLearn what a diagnosis of osteoporosis or osteopenia means, and effective strategies to reduce your risk of fractures and optimize bone health, at this informative program led by Anupama Anand, Rehab Manager and rehabilitation physical therapist with Penn Medicine Princeton Rehabilitation. Ms. Anand specializes in treating those with osteoporosis. Included will be a discussion of posture, balance, and exercise related to daily activities. Questions? Email westprogs@mcl.org
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Rainbow CraftsTuesday, June 4, 5:30 pmCelebrate Pride Month as we make rainbow wands, bracelets, and/or keychains! For ages 6-16. Registration is not required. Walk-ins are welcome as long as supplies last.
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Penguin Pointers with Jenkinson’s AquariumWednesday, June 19, 3:00 pmFrom Jenkinson’s Aquarium: “Waddle into the world of these beloved flightless birds! Learn their basic biology, where they live, the threats they face, how we can help them in the wild, and how we care for this endangered species at the aquarium.” Meet a real penguin and learn all about these fantastic swimmers! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. For all ages. Registration is not required, but no more than 80 in admittance. First come first served.
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Teen Drop-in Game Night: MunchkinTuesday, June 25, 6:00 – 7:30 pmMake connections and crush the competition at our monthly drop-in game night! This month’s feature is the diabolical RPG card game, Munchkin! For ages 12-18. Registration is encouraged for reminders.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Let's Get Physical: Engaging in Simple Muscle-Buildng Activities
Wednesday, June 5, 1:30pm
Presented by Ricardo Kairios, Assistant Professor with Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County from Rutgers Family and Community Health Sciences. The Monarch Migration Journey in New JerseyThursday, June 6, 7:00 pmPresented by by Jack McDonough, a leading monarch butterfly researcher and the Field Coordinator of the Cape May Monarch Monitoring Project under New Jersey Audubon. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. What We Commemorate on Juneteenth Thursday, June 13, 6:30 pm
Presented by Dr. Richard Bell, Professor of History at the University of Maryland. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library. Stonewall National Museum Presentation Monday, June 17, 6:30 pm Presentd by Robert Kesten, Executive Director of the Stonewall National Museum Archives & Library. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Excel SaturdaySaturday, June 29, 10:00 am – 11:30 am & 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Join us in the morning for "Excel: Charts & Graphs", and learn to create and customize charts to better visualize data. Then the afternoon session, "Excel: Formulas & Functions", is a fast-paced, cumulative Excel class. Join us to learn about formulas and functions, including VLOOKUP! Attend one or both classes! Northstar Assessments at Open Labs! Use the computer classroom to work on your own projects or practice your skills using the Northstar Digital Literacy platform while our technology trainers are available to assist you. You can also sit for an assessment to earn a Northstar Digital Literacy Certificate in the technology instruction area of your choice! Learn more at mcl.org/computer-instruction/
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Learn to code with Fiero Code! MCLS is thrilled to introduce Fiero Code, an innovative e-learning platform designed to turn you into a coding pro. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to enhance your skills, Fiero Code offers a comprehensive curriculum in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and more. It's gamified, self-paced, and perfect for all ages—from kids to adults. Start your coding adventure today and unlock endless possibilities! Try it out today! |
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2024 Summer Reading ProgramMCLS' Summer Reading Program is back! Our libraries have been getting ready for the 2024 Summer Reading Program, “Adventure Begins at the Library”, which takes place June 17 through August 10th! Make sure you stop in throughout the summer to register, log in your reading, pick up prizes, attend programs, create crafts, play games, and so much more! For all ages.
We hope to see you this summer!
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Getting Ready for Summer!We’re kicking off registration week for our annual summer reading program with penguins! Join us on Wednesday, June 19 at 3pm to learn and meet the penguins from Jenkinson’s Aquarium. Registration for the Summer Reading Program begins on June 17th and check-ins begin on June 24th. We have so many fun family programs lined up for summer reading, including The Lizard Guys on June 24th at 1:30 PM and the Juggling Hoffmans on June 27th at 10:30 AM. We’ll also be hosting an adventure-themed craft every Wednesday, starting with DiY Adventure Journals on June 26th at 4:30 PM. Finally, for teens, we are having Nida Mubaraki, a local author and poet, coming in to teach a Creative Writing Workshop twice a month at 6:00 PM for ages 12-18 through August. We’re also hosting a monthly Teen Anime Film Fest where you can watch popular OVAs and movies! June’s feature will be One Piece: Red! Lastly, we are also hosting virtual author talks with activities for all grade levels. Check out our event calendar online or in-branch for more information.
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Friends of the Library
Our Friends of the Library groups generously support our programs all year long. Consider joining or donating to your branch's Friends group. Ask for more information in the branch or visit our website. |
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These are just this month's highlights, dozens of programs for adults and youth take place at our branch every month. View our full calendar for a complete list. |
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Featured Titles for Pride Month |
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