March Programs for the Mercer County Library System
February 10, 2020
Dr. Seuss Celebration
Monday, March 2
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Celebrate all things Dr. Seuss on Read Across America Day!
10:00 am Dr. Seuss Storytime: For ages 3 and up. Hear Dr. Seuss stories and songs then visit stations with crafts and simple stem activities. Registration is required at www.mcl.org.
2:00 pm Oobleck: For ages 5 and up. Hear Bartholomew and the Oobleck by Dr. Seuss and then make your own oobleck slime to bring home.
Registration is required at www.mcl.org.
Cuentos en Español e Inglés/Bilingual Story Time
Mondays, March 2, 9, 23 & 30, 10:30 am
Hightstown Memorial Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Cuentos, juegos, música, y artesanía. Edades 2-5. Stories, games, music & crafts for ages 2-5 in Spanish & English.
No registration necessary and siblings welcome, too.
PTSD Support & Meditation
Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 6:00–8:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-0957
Marvlyn Vincent, who endured a childhood of abuse, established this combination of methods to alleviate posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She started The Harmony Place, a non-profit organization dedicated to offering PTSD healing to others who suffer from the effects of trauma and PTSD. The weekly sessions provide peer support and meditation in a group setting. Registration begins on February 22. Register online at www.mcl.org (Adult Programs), or call 609-448-0957 for assistance.
Foreign Film: The Celebration
Tuesday, March 3, 2:00 – 3:45 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
The Celebration (1998): (Ulrich Thomsen, Henning Moritzen, Thomas Bo Larsen). Danish; Rated R; 106 minutes
The family and friends of prominent Danish patriarch Helge Klingenfeldt gather at his country estate to celebrate his sixtieth birthday. Two months prior to this event, Helge's daughter committed suicide. Her twin brother, Christian, makes a birthday toast that brings a barrage of family secrets out into the open. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library.
Review for the Citizenship Exam
Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 6:00 pm
Hightstown Memorial Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
If you are interested in becoming a citizen, we can help! Join our free preparation class to study and practice for your citizenship exam.
Register by telephone or at the library.
Learners' Ledge Writing Workshop
Thursdays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26, 5:00 pm
Hightstown Memorial Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Delve into the world of writing and explore the land of language arts in this workshop designed to work on students' reading & writing levels based on the NJ curriculum. Taught by a West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North student.
Registration suggested at www.mcl.org.
The Greatest Ever: Babe Didrikson Zaharias' Story
Thursday, March 5, 7:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
March is Women's History Month! Watch Linda Kenyon, actor and professional narrator,
embody the voice and gestures of Babe Didrikson Zaharias. This play illuminates how Babe revolutionized women competing in sports.
Registration is required.
Conversation Café
Thursday, March 5, 7:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Come to the library for friendly conversation and light refreshments. This month's topic: Does technology simplify your life or make it more complicated? Ages 18 and up.
Preregistration preferred.
Citizenship Exam Study Group
Thursdays, March 5 & 19, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Are you studying for your US Citizenship exam? Join our free preparation class to study and practice. We will be covering the Civics, Reading, and Writing sections of the exam.
No registration required.
Paint-a-Canvas
Saturday, March 7, 10:00 am
Hightstown Memorial Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Together, we'll be instructed step-by-step to create our own paintings in acrylics on canvas. Everyone's painting will be based on a similar design, but all will be unique. Open to adults & teens 14 & up at any skill level. All supplies provided. Taught by art instructor, Sweety Mehta.
Registration required at www.mcl.org.
Yoga for Beginners
Saturday, March 7, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
The Isha Foundation will present an introduction to yoga and its benefits, guided practices with instructions, and a question & answer session.
Reclaiming Our Voice: New Jersey's Central Role in the Fight for Woman Suffrage
Monday, March 9, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Road
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Carol Levin will portray Lillian Feickert, who was president of the New Jersey Woman Suffrage Association from 1912-1920, and will explore the overlooked role of New Jersey in the long, frustrating fight for women's suffrage. Hear stories of suffrage advocates Lucy Stone, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Alice Paul, and how Dr. Florence Spearing Randolph brought black women into the movement. Participants will learn that women were not "given" the vote, but fought for it for generations. This program is funded by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Registration required. Call 609-882-3148.
Thursday Movie Matinee: Judy
Thursday, March 12, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Judy (2019): (Renee Zellweger, Jessie Buckley, Finn Wittrock). Rated PG-13; 119 minutes
Showbiz legend Judy Garland arrives in London to perform a five-week sold-out run at The Talk of the Town. While preparing for the shows, Garland battles with management, reminisces with friends and adoring fans, and embarks on a whirlwind romance with soon-to-be fifth husband Mickey Deans, all while bravely struggling to overcome intensifying anxiety and physical decline. Renee Zellweger won the Academy Award for Best Actress. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library.
Investigating the Invader: Spotted Lanternfly Lecture
Thursday, March 12, 7:00 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
You may have heard about the spotted lanternfly, an invasive and destructive insect that has been popping up in Mercer County and around the state. Join Mercer County Park Commission Senior Land Steward, Jillian Stark, to investigate the spotted lanternfly's life history and impact, exploring the latest information from the New Jersey Department of Agriculture's Insect Lab. Learn what is being done to mitigate the damage done by this pest and what you can do in your own backyard to defend against it. This program is free and suitable for children 10 years and older.
Registration requested.
Résumé Review
Saturday, March 14, 10:30 am
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Our librarian will review your résumé for content, grammar, and presentation. Bring a printed copy of your résumé. Registration required.
Census 2020: What You Need to Know
Monday, March 16, 6:30 pm, and Friday, March 27, 10:30 am
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
The United States 2020 Census is coming. Learn how the census impacts you and your community and who is required to respond. We will also cover how you can respond safely, identify official census workers, and avoid scams such as phishing.
Registration preferred.
Feminism through the Decades: Women's Suffrage to #MeToo
Monday, March 16, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-0957
Feminism isn't about burning bras—it's about equality. Celebrate Women's History Month by taking a look back at how the United States' past three women's movements paved the way for today's feminist movement. Presented by local journalist Colleen Murphy, graduate of TCNJ's Women in Learning & Leadership, and Women's & Gender Studies programs (2016). Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.
Registration begins on February 22. Register online at www.mcl.org (Adult Programs), or call 609-448-0957 for assistance.
Adult Craft: Paper Succulents
Monday, March 16, 7:00 pm
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Make small, origami paper succulents. All materials will be provided.
Registration is required at www.mcl.org and space is limited.
Barley and Me: Home Brewer Round Table
Tuesday, March 17, 7:00 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
Join us for an informal gathering of amateur home brewers! Discuss some of your most effective brewing techniques, favorite recipes, funniest mishaps, and share your insights and expertise in the zymurgical science with like-minded people. What techniques work for you? What ones have not? What sources do you depend on to learn more about brewing? Registration requested.
Anne and Charles Lindbergh: Couple for an Age
Tuesday, March 17 and 24, 7:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
This two-part talk will cover the life and times of two of the most accomplished, most popular, most pestered and sometimes the most tragic figures of the 20th century. Presented by Jim Davidson, local historian and author.
Registration is required.
End of Life Planning
Wednesday, March 18, 10:00 am
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Dennis Lysaght from the Ewing Church Cemetery & Mausoleum will be discussing end of life planning for you or a loved one, including the many ways to handle these necessary arrangements.
Registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Choosing Your Retirement Path
Wednesday, March 18, 12:00 – 1:00 pm & 7:00 – 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
This seminar is designed to assist attendees who are near retirement. The content helps raise awareness of the different factors that may impact retirement lifestyles, as well as provide some possible solutions to help take action by addressing retirement and legacy needs. Presented by Lynda Dillman of New York Life.
Understanding How to Use IRAs in Retirement
Thursday, March 19, 6:30 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-883-8294
This workshop will be a primer on using IRAs during your retirement. You will learn the difference between a Traditional, a Rollover, and a Roth IRA ... and when to utilize each one. You will also learn proper ways to list beneficiaries and how to plan for Required Minimum Distributions. Presented by William Greenfield of Wealth Bridge Advisory, LLC.
Registration is suggested. Call 609-883-8294 or e-mail lawprogs@mcl.org.
Yoga for Everyone!
Saturday, March 21, 10:30 am
Hightstown Memorial Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
This session offers simple, but powerful yoga postures to bring stability and balance. Open to anyone ages 7 & up! Bring a yoga mat and/or towel. Taught by an Isha Foundation instructor.
Registration suggested at www.mcl.org.
Every Button Has a Story
Sunday, March 22, 2:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Road
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Join us for an illustrated talk and hands-on experience presented by Barbara Figge Fox and Sara Howell (New Jersey State Button Society). Discover the possible gems you may have in your own button collection!
Registration required. Call 609-882-3148.
Establishing Patient Goals in Geriatric Medicine: The POLST Form
Monday, March 23, 11:00 am
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
The Practitioner Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) Paradigm Program benefits those who are seriously ill and improves their quality of care at the end of life. Patient treatment wishes are properly communicated to their healthcare team, which promises to honor those wishes. Barbara Vaning, MHA, EMT Instructor, Princeton Health Community Wellness, will discuss the POLST form.
Registration requested.
Gardening is for the Birds: A Ewing Green Team Presentation
Monday, March 23, 6:30 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Road
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Learn how to make simple changes in your garden to transform it into a year-round haven for birds that ensures their survival. Create a bird-friendly backyard that will attract a far wider range of species by investing in native plants that provide needed food and shelter. This program will be presented by Mary Anne Borge, a naturalist, writer, photographer, and educator.
Registration required. Call 609-882-3148.
Better Read Book Club
Monday, March 23, 7:00 pm
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Circe, by Madeline Miller
Join us for the monthly meeting of the "Better Read" book club for adults. We will be discussing Circe by Madeline Miller. Copies of the book will be available at the library.
Registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Medicaid Application Process 101
Tuesday, March 24, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Road
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Presented by Node Kludze (Kludze & Associates, LLC). The Medicaid application process can be a challenging and overwhelming experience. Please join us for this informative course to learn if you are eligible for long-term-care Medicaid, how to start planning for Medicaid, what to expect when you submit your application, and details of the Medicaid application process, including required documentation and the timeline of the process.
Registration required. Call 609-882-3148.
Stop the Bleed
Tuesday, March 24, 7:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
The Stop the Bleed initiative was created by the American College of Surgeons and other organizations after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings. This 1-hour class will teach you how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and intervene effectively. No matter how fast the arrival of a first responder, whether to an accident scene, a mass shooting, or other act of violence, bystanders will always be first on the scene. A person who is bleeding can die from blood loss within five minutes, so it's important to know how to quickly STOP THE BLEED. Registration is required. Class size is limited.
Identity Theft and Fraud: What You Need to Know to Help Protect Yourself
Wednesday, March 25, 10:30 am
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
Join us for an informative seminar during which you'll get a better understanding of: What is identity theft, how to protect your personal information, how to recognize the main types of fraud, and what to do if you're a victim of identity theft. Presented by Timothy Rossi, Financial Advisor from Merrill Lynch.
Registration requested.
Afternoon Movie: Knives Out
Wednesday, March 25, 12:30 pm
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Knives Out (2019). (Christopher Plummer, Daniel Craig, Jamie Lee Curtis, Chris Evans). Rated PG-13; 130 minutes.
On his 85th birthday, crime novelist Harlan Thrombley is found dead in his room with his throat slit. Just as authorities are about to dismiss the tragedy as suicide, Benoit Blanc arrives at the scene to conduct his own investigation. Light refreshments will be served.
Room at the Table
Wednesday, March 25, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-883-8294
Come share the humor, wit, pathos and drama as outstanding published local writers perform their short fiction at our Room at the Table event. Meet with other writers to discuss your work and craft. Refreshments will be provided.
Registration is suggested. Call 609-883-8294 or e-mail lawprogs@mcl.org.
Climate Change and Wildlife in New Jersey
Wednesday, March 25, 7:30–8:30 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-0957
Hear informative and entertaining stories about New Jersey's rare wildlife, and learn about the amazing lives they lead amongst us. Presented by Conserve Wildlife New Jersey Foundation Executive Director David Wheeler. Sponsored by the Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.
Registration begins on February 22. Register online at www.mcl.org (Adult Programs), or call 609-448-0957 for assistance.
Reclaiming Our Voice: New Jersey's Central Role in the Fight for Women's Suffrage
Thursday, March 26, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-883-8294
Join popular historical interpreter and re-enactor Carol Simon Levin in this presentation celebrating Women's History Month and the centennial of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution (1920) giving men and women the equal right to vote. The program is sponsored by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities.
Registration is suggested. Call 609-883-8294 or e-mail lawprogs@mcl.org.
An Evening with a Titanic Survivor
Thursday, March 26, 7:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
Fictional survivor Eliza Blackwell Dupree will tell you all about the tragic night the Titanic sunk, debunk some popular myths, and allow you to feel like you were really there! Portrayed by Alisa Dupuy, from Ladies of History Historical Productions.
Registration is required.
90s Trivia Night
Thursday, March 26, 7:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Come to the library for a fun night of 90s themed trivia. Play in teams or individually. Winners walk out with trivia night bragging rights!
Preregistration preferred. Walk-ins welcome.
Infant CPR Class
Friday, March 27, 10:00 am
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Road
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
The American Heart Association Family & Friends CPR program teaches you how to perform CPR on infants (up to one year) and how to help an infant who is choking. This course is designed for family members, friends and members of the general community who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card. Provided by Penn Medicine Princeton Health.
Registration required. Call 609-882-3148.
Adult & Child CPR
Saturday, March 28, 2:00-3:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-883-8294
The Family & Friends CPR program at Penn Medicine Princeton Health teaches you how to perform CPR and how to help someone who is choking. This course is designed for family members, friends and members of the general community who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card.
Registration is required and is limited to 30. Call 609-883-8294 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
The Edgar Allen Poe Project
Sunday, March 29, 2:00–3:30 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-0957
Uncle Aloysius the Master Storyteller will mesmerize you with several of Edgar Allen Poe's most riveting works.
Registration begins on February 22. Register online at www.mcl.org (Adult Programs), or call 609-448-0957 for assistance.
American Heart Association Family & Friends CPR
Monday, March 30, 7:00–8:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-0957
Learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and how to help a person who is choking. Course is for those who want to learn CPR, but do not need a course completion card. Presented by Penn Medicine Princeton Health.
Registration begins on February 22. Register online at www.mcl.org (Adult Programs), or call 609-448-0957 for assistance.
Wealth Management for Same-Sex Couples
Tuesday, March 31, 7:00 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
At this seminar we will discuss: Familiarizing yourself with the legal challenges that may affect you, planning for the retirement you want, taking advantage of tax-efficient investing, and protecting your legacy. Presented by Timothy Rossi, Financial Advisor from Merrill Lynch. Registration requested.
March Programs for the Mercer County Library System
February 11, 2019
Paint-a-Canvas for Adults
Saturday, March 2, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Together we’ll be instructed step-by-step to create our own paintings in acrylics on canvas. Everyone’s painting will be based on a similar design, but all will be unique. Open to any skill level. All supplies provided.
The Sixties: The Motown Story
Saturday, March 2, 2:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
Come learn why Motown has been known as the greatest pop music hit factory in recording history. Presenter Vinnie Bruno, Sixties Rock Historian, will discuss how the Motown sound was created and how it became a worldwide phenomenon.
Registration is required.
Open Computer Lab
Monday, March 4, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Come and take advantage of Hollowbrook Community Center's computer lab. Work on your own with a librarian nearby to help as needed.
Guided Meditation
Mondays, March 4, 11, 18 & 25, 12:30 - 1:00 pm; &
Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 & 27, 8:00 - 8:30 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Drop in for guided meditation and leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Regain the peace lost through our busy days. Facilitated by library staff member Leena, an 11 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation.
Adult English Learners Writing Class
Mondays, March 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Improve your writing skills for school and work with this drop-in service. Taught by an experienced volunteer from Literacy NJ (formerly Literacy Volunteers).
The Empire Strikes Back! The Philadelphia Campaign of 1777
Monday, March 4, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Learn how Washington’s army was overwhelmed in a series of battles and skirmishes, including Brandywine Creek and Germantown, leading to the evacuation of the Continental Congress, the British capture of Philadelphia, and ultimately driving the Continental Army into the hills for a bitter winter encampment at Valley Forge. Presented by Roger S. Williams, a public historian, a member of the Society of Military History, the Society for Historians of the Early American Republic and the Organization of American History.
Registration is required. Call 609-882-3148.
Tax Assistance
Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
A volunteer from AARP Tax-Aide will assist you in completing your tax return. There is no salary cap to qualify for this assistance. Please visit or call the reference desk (609-448-0957) to make an appointment; once you make your appointment, be sure to visit the reference desk to pick up an intake form (which must be completed before the appointment) and a list of items you must bring to the appointment.
Tax Help: AARP Foundation Tax-Aide (by appointment only)
Tuesdays, March 5 through April 9, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
Free tax preparation from AARP Tax-Aide. AARP trained tax preparers focus on low and moderate income returns, but can prepare most personal returns within training guidelines. Tax preparers can e-file Federal and state returns, as well as PTR (“Senior Freeze”) forms. Registration is required. Please call 609.737.2610 to make an appointment.
Beginning Spanish Class
Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Learn Spanish with a native speaker.
Review for the Citizenship Exam
Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19 & 26, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
If you are interested in becoming a citizen, we can help! Join our free preparation class to study and practice for your citizenship exam.
Adult Craft: St. Patrick’s Day Book-Page Bunting
Tuesday, March 5, 6:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive
East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Use recycled book pages to make a hanging bunting decorated with shamrocks for St. Patrick’s Day. For ages 15 & up.
Registration is required.
Health Screenings
Wednesday, March 6, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
Maintaining proper accountability of your health statistics is not an easy task. The blue to you program has developed a screening program that is free of charge and offers a variety of screenings to provide baseline comparison for you. Available Tests: Cholesterol and Glucose. Walk-ins welcome!
The Working Women of World War II: Rosie and Beyond
Wednesday, March 6, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Join storyteller Madge Powis as she tells the story of women’s occupations during World War II, including her Aunt Helen’s experience as a welder. Hear tales of the challenges faced by women in the military as well as on the home front. Madge Powis is a member of the Garden State Storytellers, Torch Clubs International and volunteers at Urban Promise in Trenton.
Registration is required. Call 609-882-3148.
Author Event: Angela P. Dodson on her book “Remember the Ladies: Celebrating Those Who Fought for Freedom at the Ballot Box”
Wednesday, March 6, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-883-8294
Angela P. Dodson is an independent and former New York Times senior editor, writer and consultant. She has taught workshops on writing and editing for many organizations including the National Black Writers Conference, the National Association of Black Journalists, the American Press Institute, the American Society of Newspaper Editors and various colleges. She has also been an adjunct instructor in media studies at Mercer County Community College. Her book, published in 2017, is about the woman’s suffrage movement in the United States and women’s political gains up to the present. This program is co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Lawrence Township and the Friends of the Lawrence Library.
Ann Morrow Lindbergh
Thursday, March 7, 7:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
It’s Women’s History Month! Join this captivating talk about the Lindbergh legacy and this area’s rich history. This presentation will discuss Ann Morrow Lindbergh’s privileged upbringing in New Jersey through her life in the spotlight, her troubled marriage, and more. Presented by Jim Davidson, East Amwell Historian.
Registration is required.
Understanding and Managing Your Medication
Friday, March 8, 11:30 am
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
This educational presentation has been created and supplied to you courtesy of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. The information is general in nature and is intended to provide you with increased understanding of the medication management and how you can best help your family live healthy lives.
Registration is requested.
Fred Astaire
Saturday, March 9, 2:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
Fred Astaire was chosen unanimously by the most elite dancers and choreographers as America’s finest dancer. Join presenter Marty Schneit as he discusses the legendary Astaire’s life and work!
Registration is required.
Preservation New Jersey and the 1867 Sanctuary in Ewing
Monday, March 11, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Representatives from Preservation New Jersey (“PNJ”), and its 1867 Sanctuary, Helen Kull & Dale Perry will be on hand to briefly explain everything you’ve ever wondered about the venue and the organization. We’ll discuss the annual 10 Most Endangered Historic Places in NJ list and consider specific Ewing sites that have been named to that list, and have benefited from that listing. Finally, we will explore PNJ’s first and only bricks-and-mortar historic holding in its 40-year history: the landmark 1867 Sanctuary, right here in Ewing.
Registration is required. Call 609-882-3148.
Active Aging Fitness with Bob
Tuesdays, March 12 & 19, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Want to exercise? Come and enjoy a stretching, low-impact, balance-oriented program designed by Certified Fitness instructor Bob Kirby. Bob's program incorporates music, yoga and FUN while focusing on posture, mobility, flexibility, strength and meditation. Please bring a water bottle and let's get MOVING! As with any exercise program, check with your healthcare provider to make sure you are able to participate. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library.
Getting Out of Debt Faster
Tuesday, March 12, 7:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive
East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Is your debt out of control? Is there too much month at the end of the money? Let us show you how a debt-stacking program can help you get your bills under control, paid off quicker, and save you money on interest you wouldn’t have thought possible. With the interest saved you can finally start to save for your future. Presented by Gwen Mertens, independent consultant, Primerica Workshops.
Registration is required.
Adult Craft
Wednesday, March 13, 10:00 – 11:00 am
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Be ready for Spring showers or sunshine -- paint an umbrella / parasol with your own design! This one could be messy - think about bringing an apron. All materials will be provided. For ages 18 & up.
Registration is required, space is limited. If a registered participant fails to show up, that space will be filled with walk-ins -- so feel free to stop by just before 10 am to see if there is room. Sponsored by the Friends of the West Windsor Library.
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s
Wednesday, March 13, 6:30 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life. Join us to learn about 10 common warning signs what to watch for in yourself and others.
Registration is requested.
The Flyboys of Princeton
Wednesday, March 13, 6:30 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-883-8294
Join historian and photographer Erik L. Burro in this presentation on the role of the Princeton University military flying school during World War I, supplemented with information on the Doughboys memorial exhibit featured in the library during the month of March. This program is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library and the Lawrence Historical Society.
Connecting our Communities: Communicating across Cultures
Wednesday, March 13, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
Many of us are looking for a kind and respectful way to communicate with people of different backgrounds and cultures. Come and practice some easy ways to talk with others about their culture in a way that leaves you both glad you did! The seminar will be presented by Cassandra Lajeskie, MBA, who has studied communication and relationships through Pathways Institute, Golden Mastermind Seminars, and Landmark Worldwide.
Nutrition During Pregnancy
Thursday, March 14, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Proper nutrition during pregnancy can help you maintain a steady, healthy weight gain and help your baby get the proper nourishment for a good start to life. Join Beth Young, MS, RDN, CSOWM, to learn how nutrition is involved in a healthy pregnancy and what you can do to safeguard yourself and your baby during this time.
Friday Morning Bookies: My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante
Friday, March 15, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
The story begins in the 1950s in a poor but vibrant neighborhood on the outskirts of Naples. Growing up on these tough streets, the two girls learn to rely on each other ahead of anyone or anything else. As they grow--and as their paths repeatedly diverge and converge--Elena and Lila remain best friends whose respective destinies are reflected and refracted in the other.
Making the Most of Medicare in Mercer County
Saturday, March 16, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
Mercer County SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) Coordinator Cathy Forbes will present an overview of Medicare, and list its benefits and costs.
Classical Indian Dance Presentation
Saturday, March 16, 2:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-883-8294
Students from The Shishya School of Performing Arts, Lawrenceville, will perform classical Indian dances. The School is a local performing arts school specializing in educating children and adults in Indian classical arts, especially dance.
Adult Craft: Plastic Bottle Spiral Mobiles
Monday, March 18, 7:00 pm
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Create colorful spiral mobiles using upcycled plastic water bottles. All materials will be provided. Registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Classic Movie Matinée: All Quiet on the Western Front (1930)
Tuesday, March 19, 2:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive
East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
In World War I, battle-hungry young German soldiers become disillusioned with combat, which has turned into a hellish fight for survival. A Best Picture winner, based on Erich Maria Remarque’s novel. NR, 140 minutes. For ages 15 & up. Registration preferred. This program was made possible by the generous support from the Friends of the Twin Rivers Library.
Computer Class: Google Docs
Wednesday, March 20, 10:00 am
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Learn the basics of using Google Docs, a web-based alternative to Microsoft Word.
Estate Planning Basics
Wednesday, March 20, 12:00 – 1:00 pm & 7:00 – 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Learn why you need an estate plan, strategies to plan for incapacity including special health care directives, key tax basics, and more. Presented by Lynda Dillman, FIC, MSM, of Thrivent Financial.
Top 10 Home Renovation Tips & 2019 Trends
Wednesday, March 20, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
Learn about renovation projects that will bring you the most return on your investment, inexpensive tips and tricks that will make you plan more staycations, best places to shop for amazing home-decorating items, and 2019 trends in paints, kitchens, and baths.
End of Life Planning
Thursday, March 21, 10:00 am
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Franklin Rainear from the Franklin H. Rainear Jr. Funeral Home in Ewing will discuss end of life planning and preparation, providing advice on how to simplify the funeral planning process.
Family & Community Health Talk: Are You Sitting Too Much?
Thursday, March 21, 11:00 am
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Sitting Too Much? Most adults in America are sitting about eight hours each day. Sitting too much is related to serious health problems. Join Michelle Brill, Family & Community Health Sciences Educator from Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County to learn what you can do to change this routine.
Registration is required. Call 609-882-3148.
Women’s History Month Presentation: Women, Feminism and Islam
Thursday, March 21, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-883-8294
Rutgers University scholar Sylvia Chan-Malik will present this session where the common notion of the oppression of Islamic women and the movement of Islamic feminism, as well as a general discussion of gender and women’s rights, will help participants further their understanding of Islam and feminism. This program is sponsored by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities.
Monday Night Book Group
Monday, March 25, 6:30 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive
East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Please call the branch for more information about this month’s book. New members always welcome.
Child Fevers
Monday, March 25, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
Join Julianne Prasto, MD, pediatrician with CHOP Newborn and Pediatric Care at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, will discuss treatment options and when to call the doctor. Dr. Prasto is a member of the Medical Staff of Princeton Health.
Better Read Book Club
Monday, March 25, 7:00 pm
Hollowbrook Branch
320 Hollowbrook Drive
Ewing, NJ 08638
609-883-5914
Join us for the monthly meeting of the "Better Read" book club for adults. Please check our online calendar at the end of February for the title of the book we'll be discussing.
Introduction to Mindfulness
Mondays, March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 7:00 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington Titusville Rd
Pennington, NJ 08534
609-737-2610
Learn mindfulness through a series of lectures, guided mindfulness practices, reflections, and group discussions. Each class comprises a 1-hour learning session followed by an optional 30-minute practice session and group discussion.
Registration is requested.
Adult Craft: Scrapbook-Paper Hanging Easter Egg
Tuesday, March 26, 6:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive
East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Use scrapbook paper to make a cute hanging Easter egg decoration. For ages 15 & up. Registration is required.
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease
Wednesday, March 27, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Presented by Nicolette Vasco from the Alzheimer’s Association. Attendees will learn the difference between typical age-related changes and common signs of Alzheimer’s and dementia. This program will offer tips for how to approach someone about memory concerns and will explain the importance of early detection and benefits of diagnosis. Learn about possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process and how to find helpful Alzheimer’s Association resources.
Registration is required. Call 609-882-3148.
Delaware River Bridges in Mercer County: A History
Thursday, March 28, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-883-8294
Joe Donnelly, a Deputy Executive Director of Communications at the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission will talk about the history of our county’s Delaware River bridges in this lecture illustrated with historic photographs, news items, documents, and maps.
March Programs for the Mercer County Library System
February 16, 2017
Effective Communication with People with Alzheimer's Disease
Wednesday, March 8, 7:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
Find out how to decode the verbal and behavioral messages your loved one is delivering and how to respond in a helpful manner. You will also learn about how communication changes through the course of the disease. Presented by Nicolette Vasco, Program Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association.
Registration required.
The Irish in the American Civil War
Saturday, March 11, 2:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
Discover the stories of these brave sons of Erin. Presented by Michael Jesberger, Historical Reenactor, Lecturer, and Tour Guide.
Registration required.
Ziegfeld Girls
Saturday, March 18, 2:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
From 1907 to 1931, Florenz Ziegfeld's famous "Ziegfeld Girls" became an American institution. Learn about these symbols of the modern, independent woman and hear about individuals such as Irving Berlin, Fanny Brice, Ruth Etting, and others. Presented by New York lecturer, historian, and licensed New York City tour guide, Marty Schneit.
Registration required.
Keep This, Toss That
Tuesday, March 21, 7:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
Jamie Novak, best-selling author of Keep This, Toss That, will present an informative and humorous program to show you how to clean out your closets, organize your space, make your piles of paper disappear, and stay motivated!
Registration required.
The Irish in the Civil War
Wednesday, March 1, 7:30 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Michael Jesberger will discuss the Irish presence in the American Civil War, many of whom fought in the Union Army and fought with the Confederacy. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library.
Registration required.
Anne and Charles Lindbergh- Couple for an Age (Part 1)
Wednesday, March 15, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Local East Amwell historian and author Jim Davidson will chronicle the early lives of Anne Morrow and Charles Lindbergh: their marriage, early flights together, and the planning and construction of their Sourland Mountains home-from which their first born was kidnapped, setting off the greatest manhunt in history. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing library.
Registration required.
Conquer the Clutter
Wednesday, March 22, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
John Odalen (Organize and Maintain) will give tips on saving time and money by cleaning up the clutter and organizing your home/office/business. Discover new ways of looking at your stuff, assess the real value, and decide what you really need to keep.
Registration required.
Anne and Charles Lindbergh-Couple for an Age (Part 2)
Thursday, March 30, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Local East Amwell historian and author Jim Davidson continues his discussion on the lives of Anne and Charles Lindbergh: baby kidnapping, the ransom payment, discovery of the body, arrest of Bruno Hauptmann, and the subsequent Trial of the Century, flowed by an in-depth discussion of the couple's post-trial lives. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library.
Registration required.
Rhythm N' Sound: "Musical Review - 40's to 80's"
Saturday, March 11, 2:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
Rhythm N' Sound is a trio of musicians whose program will cover a varied genre of Classic Oldies, Rock n' Roll, Classic Rock, Motown, Disco, and Classical songs from the great American song book. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
Registration suggested.
Emerald Ash Borer: Treatment Options for Homeowners
Thursday, March 16, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
The dreaded emerald ash borer is in our community and thousands of ash trees are now under threat. What can you do? Pam Zipse, Outreach Coordinator of the Rutgers Urban Forestry Program of the NJ Agricultural Experiment Station and Nicholas Polanin, Agricultural Agent for Somerset County, will walk you through your options, including a mechanism for evaluating the costs of treatment versus removal. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
Registration suggested.
Pinelands: New Jersey's Suburban Wilderness
Thursday, March 23, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
Join photographer Albert Horner in this presentation on the beauty of the Pinelands National Reserve. Copies of his book "Pinelands: New Jersey's Suburban Wilderness" will be available through the Friends of the Lawrence Library for sale and signing. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
Registration suggested.
Author Talk: David Price
Thursday, March 30, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
Lawrenceville resident and Historical Interpreter at Pennsylvania's Washington Crossing Historic Park David Price will present his book "RESCUING THE REVOLUTION: Unsung Patriot Heroes and the Ten Crucial Days of America's War for Independence." Copies of his book will be available through the Friends of the Lawrence Library for sale and signing. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
Registration suggested.
Learning Express and Job and Career Accelerator
Thursday, March 16, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
Come to the library computer lab and learn about Job and Career Accelerator which will help you develop a professional resume, create a cover letter, and explore employment options and opportunities. Learning Express Library is a powerhouse of instructional material for elementary school through graduate school, entrance exams, and career assessments. Learning Express Library offers classes on a wide range of computer topics and can help prepare you for your next job. Sign up for the class at www.mcl.org.
Registration required, walk-ins welcome.
Islam: Perspectives and Understanding from Within the Religion
Monday, March 6, 7:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
Dr. Sheikh Mateen Khan from the Islamic Center of Mercer County (ICMC) will present an introduction to basic Muslim beliefs and practices with the goal of deepening our shared understanding of the religion. Followed by a question and answer period.
Utilizing Social Media in Your Genealogical Research
Sunday, March 12, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
Many people are turning to different forms of Social Media to discover genealogical clues. Come and learn how to use blogs, videos, and other types of social media to make new connections in your genealogical research. Presented by Cathy Zahn of the Central Jersey Genealogical Society. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.
Jewish New York
Wednesday, March 29, 7:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
New York tour director Marty Schneit details how Jewish America started in New York. Marty will talk about the Brownsville Girls, Shearith Israel, Temple Emanuel, Jews of Brighton Beach, the Andrew Freedman House, Eldridge Street Synagogue, Rebbe Schneerson, Washington Heights (Frankfurt on the Hudson), Zabars, the egg cream and Henny Youngman. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.
For Adults and Families: Saint Patrick's Day Shamrock Banner
Tuesday, March 14, 6:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Make a St. Patrick's Day banner out of old book pages as a festive March decoration for your home.
Registration required.
Guided Meditation and Gentle Stretching
Tuesday, March 21, 7:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Participate in a half-hour guided meditation session to relieve daily stress and anxiety, followed by gentle stretching to help relieve your body's tension. Please bring an exercise/yoga mat or a large towel as portions of the program will take place on the floor. For adults.
Registration required.
PowerPoint Basics
Wednesday, March 22, 10:30 am
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Learn how to create basic presentations, format text, and insert images.
Registration required.
Résumé Review
Saturday, March 25, 10:00 – 11:30 am
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Need someone to look over your résumé and give you tips for improvement? Call the branch at 609-443-1880 to make an appointment for a 30-minute one-on-one review.
Registration required.
Adult Craft: Popsicle Stick Plant Hanger
Tuesday, March 28, 6:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Use popsicle sticks and twine to make a creative hanging holder for a potted plant, just in time for spring.
Registration required.
Celtic Music with Ian Gallagher
Saturday, March 4, 1:30 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Get in the spirit for St. Patrick's Day as Ian Gallagher returns with more of his spritely Celtic music.
Life Coaching Workshop for Immigrants
Wednesday, March 8, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Join this monthly support group led by Nora Siklosi, Communication Specialist and Certified Career Coach. Topics will include: smart networking for new Americans, the benefits of volunteering, improving English skills, online learning opportunities, rebuilding your career or finding a new one, and making your own "Possibility Map."
Registration suggested.
Getting Your Bicycle Ready for the Season
Saturday, March 11, 10:00 am
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Mike Gray of Sourland Cycles in Hopewell Borough will share hints and tips on getting your bike ready for the warm weather. Mike will do a live presentation on demo bikes and be available to answer questions.
Registration suggested.
Agents of Change: Famous Women New Jersey Women
Wednesday, March 22, 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Down the alphabet, from Dr. Virginia Apgar, inventor of the Apgar score, to legendary Revolutionary War heroine Temperance Wick, New Jersey women have been integral to American history. While the lives and contributions of these pioneers don't fit a specific category, what they do have in common is both their energy and the sense of purpose they brought to their lives. In this lecture, New Jersey photojournalist Jim DelGiudice will examine the stories of these passionate individuals as well as the social context of the times they lived in.
Registration suggested.
Board Games & Cocoa
Saturday, March 25, 2:00 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Stop by the Hopewell Branch Library with some friends and join our newly forming Board Gaming Group! Come in out of the chilly weather and learn a new game, meet some new friends, and sip on some cozy cocoa. The library has some of the basics, but we encourage you to bring some of your favorite games! This project is aimed towards adults and youth old enough to run their own games.
Understanding & Responding to Dementia Related Behavior
Wednesday, March 1, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Behavior often takes the place of language in persons with dementia. Learn new ways to decode behavioral messages, identify behavior triggers & intervene in positive ways to challenges. Workshop presented by the Alzheimer's Association.
Lunch Time Meditation
Mondays, March 6, 13 & 20, 12:30 – 1:00 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. This short mediation will help us regain the peace that we lose through our busy mornings and it will also help us get smoothly through the rest of our day. Presented by library staff member Leena, a 9 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation.
Yoga for Beginners
Saturday, March 18, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Learn simple and powerful yoga postures to improve stability and balance. No physical agility or prior yoga experience needed. Bring a mat or large towel. Instructor. Aruna, is a trained Isha facilitator.
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
Wednesday, March 15, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Learn about EFT ("tapping"), a fast growing, popular stress release tool in the emerging field of Energy Psychology. It involves tuning into a distressing thought/feeling while tapping on head and upper body acupuncture meridian points. It was made available on the internet in the late nineties and by now, millions of people around the world are using it in their personal and professional lives. It's simple, safe, and fast.
Free Immigration Legal Clinic
Tuesday, March 28, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Register in person or by phone for a free 15 minute consultation with an immigration lawyer.
Registration required.
Heartfulness Meditation Workshop Series
Thursdays, March 2 & 9, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Wednesday, March 29, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Attend a practical workshop on heartfulness meditation with yogic transmission. The facilitator will guide you in meditation techniques to reduce stress. Learn to calm your mind and improve the quality of your life.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
Residential Home Buying and Selling: Session #2
The Home-Buying Process
Wednesday, March 8, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Lisa Weil, sales associate at the Princeton location of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, will give a detailed review of the home-buying process. A real estate attorney will participate as a guest speaker.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
Sahaja Yoga Meditation
Sunday, March 12, 1:00 - 2:30 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Experience the peace and joy you can derive from Kundalini awakening, and feel its benefits in your life. Note that this is a meditation workshop; exercise clothing is not necessary.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
Estate Planning Basics
Thursday, March 16, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Lynda K. Dillman, FIC, MSM, financial associate at Thrivent Financial, will teach you: why you need an estate plan; strategies to plan for incapacity, including special healthcare directives; fundamental information about wills, trusts, and life insurance; and key tax basics, including an overview of the federal gift tax, estate tax, and generation-skipping transfer tax. You'll also receive a free workbook created for this presentation.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
American Heart Association Adult/Child Family and Friends CPR
Thursday, March 30, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Learn to perform CPR on adults or children (1 year or older) and how to help an adult or child who is choking. The class is designed for members of the general community who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
March Programs for the Mercer County Library System
February 16, 2017
Effective Communication with People with Alzheimer's Disease
Wednesday, March 8, 7:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
Find out how to decode the verbal and behavioral messages your loved one is delivering and how to respond in a helpful manner. You will also learn about how communication changes through the course of the disease. Presented by Nicolette Vasco, Program Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association.
Registration required.
The Irish in the American Civil War
Saturday, March 11, 2:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
Discover the stories of these brave sons of Erin. Presented by Michael Jesberger, Historical Reenactor, Lecturer, and Tour Guide.
Registration required.
Ziegfeld Girls
Saturday, March 18, 2:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
From 1907 to 1931, Florenz Ziegfeld's famous "Ziegfeld Girls" became an American institution. Learn about these symbols of the modern, independent woman and hear about individuals such as Irving Berlin, Fanny Brice, Ruth Etting, and others. Presented by New York lecturer, historian, and licensed New York City tour guide, Marty Schneit.
Registration required.
Keep This, Toss That
Tuesday, March 21, 7:00 pm
Robbinsville Branch
42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
609-259-2150
Jamie Novak, best-selling author of Keep This, Toss That, will present an informative and humorous program to show you how to clean out your closets, organize your space, make your piles of paper disappear, and stay motivated!
Registration required.
The Irish in the Civil War
Wednesday, March 1, 7:30 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Michael Jesberger will discuss the Irish presence in the American Civil War, many of whom fought in the Union Army and fought with the Confederacy. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library.
Registration required.
Anne and Charles Lindbergh- Couple for an Age (Part 1)
Wednesday, March 15, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Local East Amwell historian and author Jim Davidson will chronicle the early lives of Anne Morrow and Charles Lindbergh: their marriage, early flights together, and the planning and construction of their Sourland Mountains home-from which their first born was kidnapped, setting off the greatest manhunt in history. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing library.
Registration required.
Conquer the Clutter
Wednesday, March 22, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
John Odalen (Organize and Maintain) will give tips on saving time and money by cleaning up the clutter and organizing your home/office/business. Discover new ways of looking at your stuff, assess the real value, and decide what you really need to keep.
Registration required.
Anne and Charles Lindbergh-Couple for an Age (Part 2)
Thursday, March 30, 7:00 pm
Ewing Branch
61 Scotch Rd.
Ewing, NJ 08628
609-882-3148
Local East Amwell historian and author Jim Davidson continues his discussion on the lives of Anne and Charles Lindbergh: baby kidnapping, the ransom payment, discovery of the body, arrest of Bruno Hauptmann, and the subsequent Trial of the Century, flowed by an in-depth discussion of the couple's post-trial lives. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library.
Registration required.
Rhythm N' Sound: "Musical Review - 40's to 80's"
Saturday, March 11, 2:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
Rhythm N' Sound is a trio of musicians whose program will cover a varied genre of Classic Oldies, Rock n' Roll, Classic Rock, Motown, Disco, and Classical songs from the great American song book. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
Registration suggested.
Emerald Ash Borer: Treatment Options for Homeowners
Thursday, March 16, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
The dreaded emerald ash borer is in our community and thousands of ash trees are now under threat. What can you do? Pam Zipse, Outreach Coordinator of the Rutgers Urban Forestry Program of the NJ Agricultural Experiment Station and Nicholas Polanin, Agricultural Agent for Somerset County, will walk you through your options, including a mechanism for evaluating the costs of treatment versus removal. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
Registration suggested.
Pinelands: New Jersey's Suburban Wilderness
Thursday, March 23, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
Join photographer Albert Horner in this presentation on the beauty of the Pinelands National Reserve. Copies of his book "Pinelands: New Jersey's Suburban Wilderness" will be available through the Friends of the Lawrence Library for sale and signing. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
Registration suggested.
Author Talk: David Price
Thursday, March 30, 7:00 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
Lawrenceville resident and Historical Interpreter at Pennsylvania's Washington Crossing Historic Park David Price will present his book "RESCUING THE REVOLUTION: Unsung Patriot Heroes and the Ten Crucial Days of America's War for Independence." Copies of his book will be available through the Friends of the Lawrence Library for sale and signing. Call 609-989-6920 or email lawprogs@mcl.org.
Registration suggested.
Learning Express and Job and Career Accelerator
Thursday, March 16, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-989-6922
Come to the library computer lab and learn about Job and Career Accelerator which will help you develop a professional resume, create a cover letter, and explore employment options and opportunities. Learning Express Library is a powerhouse of instructional material for elementary school through graduate school, entrance exams, and career assessments. Learning Express Library offers classes on a wide range of computer topics and can help prepare you for your next job. Sign up for the class at www.mcl.org.
Registration required, walk-ins welcome.
Islam: Perspectives and Understanding from Within the Religion
Monday, March 6, 7:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
Dr. Sheikh Mateen Khan from the Islamic Center of Mercer County (ICMC) will present an introduction to basic Muslim beliefs and practices with the goal of deepening our shared understanding of the religion. Followed by a question and answer period.
Utilizing Social Media in Your Genealogical Research
Sunday, March 12, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
Many people are turning to different forms of Social Media to discover genealogical clues. Come and learn how to use blogs, videos, and other types of social media to make new connections in your genealogical research. Presented by Cathy Zahn of the Central Jersey Genealogical Society. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.
Jewish New York
Wednesday, March 29, 7:00 pm
Hickory Corner Branch
138 Hickory Corner Road
East Windsor, NJ 08520
609-448-1330
New York tour director Marty Schneit details how Jewish America started in New York. Marty will talk about the Brownsville Girls, Shearith Israel, Temple Emanuel, Jews of Brighton Beach, the Andrew Freedman House, Eldridge Street Synagogue, Rebbe Schneerson, Washington Heights (Frankfurt on the Hudson), Zabars, the egg cream and Henny Youngman. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library.
For Adults and Families: Saint Patrick's Day Shamrock Banner
Tuesday, March 14, 6:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Make a St. Patrick's Day banner out of old book pages as a festive March decoration for your home.
Registration required.
Guided Meditation and Gentle Stretching
Tuesday, March 21, 7:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Participate in a half-hour guided meditation session to relieve daily stress and anxiety, followed by gentle stretching to help relieve your body's tension. Please bring an exercise/yoga mat or a large towel as portions of the program will take place on the floor. For adults.
Registration required.
PowerPoint Basics
Wednesday, March 22, 10:30 am
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Learn how to create basic presentations, format text, and insert images.
Registration required.
Résumé Review
Saturday, March 25, 10:00 – 11:30 am
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Need someone to look over your résumé and give you tips for improvement? Call the branch at 609-443-1880 to make an appointment for a 30-minute one-on-one review.
Registration required.
Adult Craft: Popsicle Stick Plant Hanger
Tuesday, March 28, 6:00 pm
Twin Rivers Branch
276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor, NJ
609-443-1880
Use popsicle sticks and twine to make a creative hanging holder for a potted plant, just in time for spring.
Registration required.
Celtic Music with Ian Gallagher
Saturday, March 4, 1:30 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Get in the spirit for St. Patrick's Day as Ian Gallagher returns with more of his spritely Celtic music.
Life Coaching Workshop for Immigrants
Wednesday, March 8, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Join this monthly support group led by Nora Siklosi, Communication Specialist and Certified Career Coach. Topics will include: smart networking for new Americans, the benefits of volunteering, improving English skills, online learning opportunities, rebuilding your career or finding a new one, and making your own "Possibility Map."
Registration suggested.
Getting Your Bicycle Ready for the Season
Saturday, March 11, 10:00 am
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Mike Gray of Sourland Cycles in Hopewell Borough will share hints and tips on getting your bike ready for the warm weather. Mike will do a live presentation on demo bikes and be available to answer questions.
Registration suggested.
Agents of Change: Famous Women New Jersey Women
Wednesday, March 22, 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Down the alphabet, from Dr. Virginia Apgar, inventor of the Apgar score, to legendary Revolutionary War heroine Temperance Wick, New Jersey women have been integral to American history. While the lives and contributions of these pioneers don't fit a specific category, what they do have in common is both their energy and the sense of purpose they brought to their lives. In this lecture, New Jersey photojournalist Jim DelGiudice will examine the stories of these passionate individuals as well as the social context of the times they lived in.
Registration suggested.
Board Games & Cocoa
Saturday, March 25, 2:00 pm
Hopewell Branch
245 Pennington-Titusville Rd.
Pennington, NJ 08520
609-737-2610
Stop by the Hopewell Branch Library with some friends and join our newly forming Board Gaming Group! Come in out of the chilly weather and learn a new game, meet some new friends, and sip on some cozy cocoa. The library has some of the basics, but we encourage you to bring some of your favorite games! This project is aimed towards adults and youth old enough to run their own games.
Understanding & Responding to Dementia Related Behavior
Wednesday, March 1, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Behavior often takes the place of language in persons with dementia. Learn new ways to decode behavioral messages, identify behavior triggers & intervene in positive ways to challenges. Workshop presented by the Alzheimer's Association.
Lunch Time Meditation
Mondays, March 6, 13 & 20, 12:30 – 1:00 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Join us for some guided mediation during your lunch hour. This short mediation will help us regain the peace that we lose through our busy mornings and it will also help us get smoothly through the rest of our day. Presented by library staff member Leena, a 9 year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation.
Yoga for Beginners
Saturday, March 18, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Learn simple and powerful yoga postures to improve stability and balance. No physical agility or prior yoga experience needed. Bring a mat or large towel. Instructor. Aruna, is a trained Isha facilitator.
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
Wednesday, March 15, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Learn about EFT ("tapping"), a fast growing, popular stress release tool in the emerging field of Energy Psychology. It involves tuning into a distressing thought/feeling while tapping on head and upper body acupuncture meridian points. It was made available on the internet in the late nineties and by now, millions of people around the world are using it in their personal and professional lives. It's simple, safe, and fast.
Free Immigration Legal Clinic
Tuesday, March 28, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Hightstown Branch
114 Franklin Street
Hightstown, NJ 08520
609-448-1474
Register in person or by phone for a free 15 minute consultation with an immigration lawyer.
Registration required.
Heartfulness Meditation Workshop Series
Thursdays, March 2 & 9, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Wednesday, March 29, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Attend a practical workshop on heartfulness meditation with yogic transmission. The facilitator will guide you in meditation techniques to reduce stress. Learn to calm your mind and improve the quality of your life.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
Residential Home Buying and Selling: Session #2
The Home-Buying Process
Wednesday, March 8, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Lisa Weil, sales associate at the Princeton location of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, will give a detailed review of the home-buying process. A real estate attorney will participate as a guest speaker.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
Sahaja Yoga Meditation
Sunday, March 12, 1:00 - 2:30 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Experience the peace and joy you can derive from Kundalini awakening, and feel its benefits in your life. Note that this is a meditation workshop; exercise clothing is not necessary.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
Estate Planning Basics
Thursday, March 16, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Lynda K. Dillman, FIC, MSM, financial associate at Thrivent Financial, will teach you: why you need an estate plan; strategies to plan for incapacity, including special healthcare directives; fundamental information about wills, trusts, and life insurance; and key tax basics, including an overview of the federal gift tax, estate tax, and generation-skipping transfer tax. You'll also receive a free workbook created for this presentation.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
American Heart Association Adult/Child Family and Friends CPR
Thursday, March 30, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
West Windsor Branch
333 North Post Road
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
609-799-0462
Learn to perform CPR on adults or children (1 year or older) and how to help an adult or child who is choking. The class is designed for members of the general community who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card.
Registration suggested, walk-ins welcome.
