Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. (2023)Wednesday, December 6, 2:00 - 3:55 pmA plucky eleven-year-old named Margaret finds her life on the cusp of change as her family uproots from the heart of the city to a quiet New Jersey suburban neighborhood. Margaret must then navigate the ups and downs of adolescence, including her new friends, new feelings, and, ultimately, a new sense of self. Based on the novel of the same name by Judy Blume. 111 minutes. Rated PG-13. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Advance registration is appreciated. |
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Celebrate Hanukkah with Rabbi AdlerThursday, December 14, 6:00 – 7:00 pmRabbi Benjamin Adler has been the spiritual leader of Adath Israel Congregation in Lawrenceville since 2014. He is a graduate of the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in New York City, where he earned a master’s degree in Jewish Philosophy, and also studied at the Schechter Institute of Jewish Studies in Jerusalem. All are welcome to join Rabbi Adler to celebrate Hanukkah, which is an eight-day Jewish festival that commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem after its desecration by the Seleucid Empire in the second century BCE. Jews all over the world kindle the menorah each evening and bring light to the darkness. Crafts will be provided especially for children by Librarian Molly.
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Cook Talks: Holiday Cookie DecoratingThursday, December 21, 10:00 - 11:30 amJoin award-winning cookie decorator, Food Network competitor, and owner of Four Peas and a Dog, Leslie Marchio, as she shows us how to turn delicious treats into beautiful works of art. You will be guided in a fun, spirited exploration of icing techniques that will amaze your friends and family. This program is part of a special Holiday Entertaining series at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the MCLS. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Advance registration is appreciated.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Holiday Tortilla PizzasWednesday, December 20, 6:30 pmCome make some no-bake holiday pizzas! We’ll use cookie cutters to cut fun, holiday shapes out of tortillas, then we’ll decorate them with sauce, cheese, and toppings! For all ages, youngest with a caregiver. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Registration is required.
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Kawaii Craft Club: Avocado Fleece PillowTuesday, December 26, 6:30 pmJoin us for this fun program where you can create the cutest Kawaii crafts! Kawaii is the culture of cuteness in Japan. This month we are making avocado fleece tie pillows! Recommended for ages 7+ (younger children welcome with help from caregiver). Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Registration is required.
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Magic Show: Mike RoseWednesday, December 27, 2:00 pmJoin us for a fun matinee show with magician Mike Rose! He brings a mix of magic and comedy that will surely entertain both kids and adults. Recommended for all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. Registration is required.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Barbie: An American Icon
Monday, December 4, 7:00 pm
Presented by Rick Feingold, lecturer in American Business History at Bergen Community College. Small Ways to Eat Healthy Over the Holidays
Wednesday, December 6, 1:00 pm
Presented by Ricardo Kairios, Family and Community Health Sciences Educator and Assistant Professor with Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County. Tempest in a Teapot: The Boston Tea Party
Tuesday, December 12, 6:30 pm
Presented by University of Maryland historian, Richard Bell. Concussions in Youth Sports
Wednesday, December 13, 7:00 pmPresented by Kim Myers, a Community Outreach Specialist from the Brain Injury Alliance |
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Branch NewsSay Hello to Shanna! We have a new face at the Reference Desk! Stop by and say hello to Reference Librarian, Shanna. Shanna obtained her library degree from Rutgers and started working for the Mercer County Library System in March 2020, two weeks before the COVID-19 shutdown. She has been working in Acquisitions and Cataloging ever since, doing her best to keep the MCLS collection accurate and accessible. "I am excited to start a new chapter with the Lawrence Reference department who do so much to give our patrons the best service they can," Shanna said. "I know I will learn a lot from my coworkers and I'm looking forward to helping them fulfill our mission to empower our patrons with knowledge and opportunity.
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Winter Reading ProgramCozy up with a few good books this winter! The MCLS Winter Reading Program takes place December 18th – January 20th. Sign up and log in what you've read to be entered into a raffle for a prize! Each branch will offer one prize per age group (Pre-K-2nd grade; 3rd-5th grade; 6th-12th grade, Adult). To learn more visit:
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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: Holiday Cooking |
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