Thursday, March 19, 9:30 am - 2:30 pmJoin the Ewing Branch and the Miller-Keystone Blood Center to help save lives by donating blood. Trained professionals from the Center will be on-site to guide you through the process of helping others in need.
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Thursday, March 19, 7:00 pmWhether you are a seasoned public speaker who wants to hone your skills, or a novice eager to learn what it takes to feel confident in front of a group, you won’t want to miss this workshop presented by Marianne Ferrara, DTM, of Mercer’s Best Toastmaster’s Club, a chapter of Toastmaster International. Some of the topics covered include: Organizing What You Say, Overcoming Your Fear, Using Your Voice and Body Language, and Impromptu Speaking. An opportunity to practice impromptu speaking will be provided.
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Monday, March 30, 6:00 pmLearn and play a new game each month. No experience or history with board games required. This month’s game: Forbidden Island. Join a team of fearless adventurers on a do-or-die mission to capture four sacred treasures from the ruins of this perilous paradise.
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Featured Youth Services Programs
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Sunday, March 1, 3:00 pmHoli is a Hindi festival that welcomes spring. Listen to a story and make a craft! For all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library.
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Friday, March 13, 10:00 amFor children 5 and under. Join Ms. Dianne for singing, dancing, and instrument play fun!
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Sunday, March 22, 3:00 pmFor children ages 5-10. Join Miss Chetna to make paper circuits. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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Featured Virtual Programs
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Hospice Care: Comfort for Patients, Support for Families Tuesday, March 3, 6:30 pm Presented by Laurie Warren, Clinical Liaison for Princeton Hospice, in partnership with the Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness Program. Heads Up! A Fall Prevention and Pedestrian Safety Program for Older Adults
Thursday, March 12, 2:00 pm Presented by Katie Law of the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey. Catharine "Caty" Greene: Eyewitness to the American Revolution Wednesday, March 18, 7:00 pm Carol Simon Levin, independent historian and professional storyteller, portrays Catharine “Caty” Greene. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. The Founding Mothers:
Women Who Shaped a Nation Monday, March 23, 7:00 pm Presented by Laura Keyes of Historic Voices. Camille Claudel and Frida Kahlo:
Two Unwavering Artists! Monday, March 30, 7:00 pm Presented by Jeanne Johnson, docent at the Princeton University Art Museum and Morven Museum and Gardens. |
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Featured Technology Instruction
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Monday Basics Series: Mouse Basics Monday, March 2, 10:00 am PC Basics Monday, March 2, 11:15 am Typing Lab Monday, March 9, 10:00 am Internet Basics Monday, March 9, 11:15 am Getting Started with Gmail Monday, March 16, 10:00 am Evaluating Online Information Monday, March 23, 10:00 am Intro to Canva Monday, March 30, 10:00 am We’re going back to basics on Mondays by featuring a range of introductory classes to help you get used to using the computer! |
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Oscars Predictions ContestStop in and take a guess at who you think will win an Oscar this year! Categories include Directing, Best Picture, Costume Design, Actress in a Leading Role, Actor in a Leading Role, Actress in a Supporting Role and Actor in a Supporting Role. Contest runs from March 2-14 at all MCLS branches. The winner will receive a $25 Fandango gift card! A downloadable ballot and more information are available at https://mcl.org/oscars-contest/.
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TrashedArt Contest Voting!TrashedArt Contest entries will be on display at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch starting Wednesday, March 4th. All MCLS branches will also display photographs of this year's entries. Patrons will have the opportunity to vote for your favorite by either visiting your local branch, or by voting online at https://mcl.org/events/trashedart/.
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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: Women's History Month |
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Library Speakers Consortium - Virtual Author Talks |
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Michael Perry Wednesday, March 4, 2PM Jenn Lueke Michelle Carr Wednesday, March 11, 2PM Kate Quinn Thursday, March 12, 7PM Shoshana Walter & Barbara Kingsolver |
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