Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25, 12:00 pmRelax, refocus, and rejuvenate. Take a moment to regain the peace lost during our busy days. Facilitated by staff member, Leena, who is a longtime practitioner of Rajyoga meditation. Register to receive a friendly reminder and be notified of any changes to the program.
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Speak with a Resource Specialist from United Way/Hablar con un(a) especialista en recursos del United WayTuesday, June 9, 2:00 – 5:00 pm / Martes, Junio 12, 2:00 – 5:00 pmIn ONE EASY STEP we can help you find FREE benefits and resources your household may be eligible for! Let Us Help You! • Application Assistance NJ SNAP Health Insurance • Free tax preparation referral • Referrals to community resources. No registration necessary. Podemos ayudarle a identificar beneficios y recursos GRATUITOS por los cuales su hogar puede ser elegible. Formas en que podemos ayudar: • Ayuda para llenar la solicitud Cupones de alimento Seguro medico • Informacion de preparación de la declaración de impuestos GRATIS • Acceso a recursos de la comunidad. español disponible. No es necesario registrarse.
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Thursday, June 11, 2:00 pmAre you lefthanded and want to learn the basics of crochet? Give this class with a lefthanded instructor a try! Kim, our reference librarian, has been crocheting for 7 years now and would be happy to help you get started with your first project. All supplies for the lesson are included. Only lefthanded instruction will be available. If you're interested and this date and time doesn't work for you, send an email to hiprogs@mcl.org. If there is enough interest for a different date and time we'll offer the class again. Sponsored by the Hightstown Library Association. Registration is required.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Wednesday, June 10, 10:00 amJoin local musician Miss Kim for 30 minutes of classic and original children's songs. For kids up to age 7, with a caregiver. Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association. Registration is strongly suggested.
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Saturday, June 27, 10:00 amJoin teachers from Lightbridge Academy for a seasonal story and then make a fun craft! For ages 2-5. Siblings welcome, too. No registration is necessary.
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Tuesday, June 30, 10:30 amEnjoy interactive stories from professional actor, Mr. Malcolm in this lively program full of audience participation opportunities. Listen to animated retellings of How to Catch a Dinosaur, Have You Seen My Dinosaur, Magic Tree House Dinosaurs Before Dawn and more! For ages 3-9. Sponsored by the Hightstown Library Association. Registration is required.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Medicaid Literacy Workshop
Monday, June 1, 6:00 pm Presented by Yvette Alvarez, Community Health Education Consultant at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. Celebrating the History of Timbuctoo on Juneteenth
Thursday, June 11, 7:00 pm Presented by Guy Weston, Founder and Managing Director of the Timbuctoo Historical Society. Britain's Hidden Treasures
Monday, June 15, 6:30 pm Presented by Anglophile and former U.K. resident Claire Evans. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library. The Declaration of Independence
Tuesday, June 23, 7:00 pm Presented by Josh Mandell and Tom Burnet, members of the Historical Society of West Windsor. Co-sponsored with the Historical Society of West Windsor. Supporting Brain Health in Our Community Wednesday, June 24, 6:30 pm Presented by the Alzheimer's Association, Greater New Jersey Chapter. Unsung Heroes: LGBTQ+ Activists & Advocates Tuesday, June 30, 6:30 pm Presented by history educator Howard Rosenberg. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Google Docs: Resumes Saturday, June 13, 1:00 – 2:00 pm Learn tips for formatting a resume and saving it to the cloud to work on anywhere. Career Prep & Job Seeking Skills Saturday, June 13, 2:30 – 3:30 pm Best practices for career searching, resumes and cover letters. Digital Media Literacy Tuesday, June 16, 12:30 – 1:30 pm Learn to spot mis-, dis- and mal-information, echo-chambers, and AI’s impact on credibility. |
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Summer Reading Program: Unearth A StoryThe Mercer County Library System (MCLS) invites readers of all ages to dig into a summer of discovery with its 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” taking place from June 15 through August 8. This year’s theme encourages participants to explore hidden worlds, discover something new, and connect with stories that inspire curiosity and imagination. Learn more here.
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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 True Crime Month |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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Mary Savig Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts Wednesday, June 3, 2PM Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel Eat Your Ice Cream: A Compassionate and Humorous Roadmap to Wellbeing Tuesday, June 9, 2PM Matt Dinniman Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe's Most Twisted RPG Thursday, June 11, 7PM Ted Page Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood Thursday, June 18, 2PM Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals Tuesday, June 23, 2PM |
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