Mercer County Board of Social ServicesFriday, August 1, 10:00 amRepresentatives from the Mercer County Board of Social Services will be at the branch from 10 am to 12 noon to provide information about accessing the many, varied services and support they provide to the families and residents of Mercer County. No registration is necessary.
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Saturday, August 9, 3:00 pm
If you are interested in becoming a U.S. citizen, we can help! Join our free preparation class to study and practice for your citizenship exam.
Registration is required by phone at 609-448-1474 or email at hiprogs@mcl.org. |
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Guided MeditationThursdays, August 7, 14, 21 & 28, 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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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Kids' Concert with Miss KimWednesday, August 6, 10:00 amJoin local musician Miss Kim for 30 minutes of classic and original children's songs. Sponsored by Hightstown Library Association. For ages birth-7 years. Registration is strongly suggested at www.mcl.org.
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Act Out LoudTuesdays, August 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10:30 am (ages 6-8)
Fridays, August 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2:00 pm (ages 9-11)Build confidence, creativity, and communication skills through the art of performance with games, scene work, and speech exercises. Learn how to express yourself clearly, speak with confidence in front of others, and work as a team. Whether you’re new to the stage or already love the spotlight, you will grow your voice and presence in a supportive, playful environment. Led by a Girl Scout Gold Award Candidate. Registration is required.
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Tween & Teen TimeMondays, August 4, 11, 18 & 25, 6:30 pmJoin us each Monday in August for a different craft or activity - like playing board games or painting with acrylics. For ages 11-18. Registration is required.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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GLP-1 Medications: What You Need to Know
Wednesday, August 13, 6:30 pm Dr. Lisa Dobruskin, Medical Director of the Center for Bariatric Surgery and Metabolic Medicine at Penn Medicine Princeton, will discuss whether GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Monjaro and Zepbound, might be right for you. Presented as part of the Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness Program. New Jersey Homeschooling Basics Tuesday, August 19, 7:00 pm Join us for an overview of homeschooling in New Jersey and get answers to your questions. A panel of experienced homeschooling parents will cover the basics of homeschooling in New Jersey. Introduction to Genealogy:
Discovering Your Family History Monday, August 25, 7:00 pm Laura Cubbage-Draper, Certified Genealogist®, LCD Genealogy Services, offers an overview of key genealogy records and resources, as well as tips and techniques for getting started on discovering your family stories. Sponsored by Friends of the Ewing Library. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Summer Lab ClassesMonday, August 11, 2:00 – 3:30 pm Friday, August 15, 2:00 – 3:30 pm Thursday, August 21, 2:30 – 4:00 pm Use the computer classroom desktop PCs 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. Register at www.mcl.org/events/computer Windows 11 Computer Classes PC Basics Monday, August 4, 11:00 am Files & Folders Tuesday, August 5, 2:00 pm Windows Accessibility Tools Saturday, August 23, 3:00 pm
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Amateur Photography ContestGet your cameras ready! The Annual Amateur Photography Contest begins Monday, August 11th, and this year's theme is "Our Vibrant World". Visit your local branch between Monday, August 11th and Monday, September 15th to submit your photograph. Please visit our website for more details!
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MCLS Book FestivalCalling all book lovers! Join MCLS for a fun-filled Book Festival at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch on Saturday, September 27, from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Meet local authors, get the inside scoop on writing and publishing, and discover your next great read. We’ll have crafts and kid-friendly performances too — bring the whole family and celebrate stories with us! More information and updates are available at https://mcl.org/mcls-book-festival-2025/.
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Branch News
See you this August at the branch, in Association Park for National Night Out on Tuesday, 8/5, and the Latino Festival on Saturday, 8/16 at Hightstown High School!
Visit us also at the pop-up HLA book sale in front of the branch on 8/15 during the Fun Friday evening!
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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 International Peace Month |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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Jay Falk The Stories, Science, and History of Birds Tuesday, August 5, 2pm Casey McQuiston Returning to Romance Through Food and Flirty Fun in Fiction Wednesday, August 20, 7pm Dr. Tasha Eurich How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos Thursday, August 28, 2pm |
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