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Mercer County Library
System’s Adult and Family Programs
October 2008
All Branches Will Be Closed Monday, October 13 in observance of Columbus
Day
Sunday Hours at Lawrence, West Windsor, Ewing and Hickory Corner Branches:
12:30-5:00
Avoiding Foreclosure
Wednesday, October 1, 7-8:30pm
Sun Bank offers ways to get mortgage assistance and prevent
foreclosure. Call the library at 737-2610 to register.
Voter
Registration
Monday, October 6 from 3:30-5 pm
The League of Women Voters will be in the library to help
patrons register in time for November’s election.
Tai Chi and Qi Gong
Instruction
Every Monday from 7:30 to 8:30 pm
Learn the ancient arts of Qi Gong and Tai Chi to promote
good health and relaxation. No registration necessary.
Blood Pressure and
Cholesterol Check
Tuesday, October 7 from 9:30-11:30 am
Princeton HealthCare System will check your blood pressure
and cholesterol levels.
Hopewell Seniors
Connect
Tuesday, October 7 from 1:30 to 2:30 pm
This month Joel May will present “A Trip through the Library
of Congress”. Hopewell Seniors Connect meets the first
Tuesday of every month to learn more about using the World
Wide Web.
From
Schoolhouse to Poultry Farm: The Story of the Pleasant
Valley Schoolhouse
Tuesday, October 7 from 7-8:30 pm
Hopewell Valley Historical Society sponsors this
presentation on historic school houses.
Child Car Seat Safety
Check
Wednesday, October 8 from 11 am to 1 pm
Princeton HealthCare System will make sure your child’s car
seat is correctly installed. Bring the manual for your seat
if possible.
Unergi
Tuesday, October 14 from 7-8:30 pm
Ute Arnold will talk about Unergi Body-Psychotherapy which
she has developed as a Holistic Therapy by integrating touch
with the Alexander Technique, talk in the form of Gestalt
Therapy, movement based on the Feldenkrais Technique and
creativity with the Healing Forces of Nature. Please call
the library at 737-2610 to register.
New Advances
in Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
Wednesday, October 22 from 7-8 pm
Thomas A. Leach, MD, of Princeton Healthcare System will
talk about Liposuction, Abdominoplasty, Breast
Augmentation/Reduction and Facial Rejuvenation. Please
register by calling 737-2610.
Historic Haunts
Thursday, October 23 from 7 to 8:30 pm
Garrett Husveth, co-author of Ghosts of Central New Jersey,
and the co-founder of Haunted New Jersey, will discuss
historical events as they relate to reports of paranormal
experiences. Mr. Husveth's presentation will include
recorded paranormal voices and sounds from a variety of New
Jersey regions. Please call 737-2610 to register.
New Jersey
Writers’ Society
Tuesday, October 28 from 6 to 8:30 pm (meets every 4th
Tuesday)
All are welcome to come and enjoy the challenges of becoming
better writers, defeating writer’s block and perfecting the
craft. No registration necessary.
The Coupon
Swap is available
Monday through Saturday until closing.
 One-On-One
Computer Classes – Please contact Karen at 737-2610 for
more information.
Program Calendar for Children -
October 2008
Hopewell
737-2610
Story Times in the Children’s Activity Room
There is no registration for these programs.
Siblings
are welcome at all programs
Kids' Craft Time (all ages welcome):
Mondays from 4:00-5:30 p.m. October 6, 20, and 27
Children may stop at the children’s activity room at any
point between 4 and 5:30 to construct the craft of the week.
A staff member will be present to aid with the craft. The
projects can usually be easily adapted to meet a variety of
age and skill levels. Parental supervision is not necessary.
Story Time (recommended ages 2-5 years):
Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m.: October 7, 14, and 21
Thursdays at 11:00 a.m.: October 2, 9, 16, and 23
There will be no story time October 28 or 30.
These story times introduce children to the best age
appropriate stories in children’s literature. Action rhymes,
songs, and felt board activities are part of the program.
The content of each story time centers on a different theme.
An age appropriate craft follows story time. Each program
runs about 30 minutes. Tuesday’s and Thursday’s story time
are the same. Parental supervision is not required, but is
recommended.
Baby Time (recommended age 6-24 months)
Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m.: October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
This program is a great way to introduce your child to
library story times and reading. Age appropriate books are
shared with the group. Songs, nursery rhymes, puppets, and
felt board figures create a rich audio-visual and social
experience. After 20 minute of structured group time, there
is time for play and for parents to chat.
Pat McKinley's Toddler Tunes
(recommended for children 0-5 years):
Friday, October 17 at 10:30 a.m.
Sing and dance along to classic children’s songs played on
live guitar! Parental supervision is not required, but is
recommended.
Special Programs
Spooky Stories
Thursday, October 9 at 3:00 p.m.
Prepare to be spooked at this after school story time
including a scary story, a ghoulish game, and a creepy
craft. This program is recommended for ages 5 to 7 years.
Family Movie
Friday, October 24 at 3:00 p.m.
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Enjoy this classic Tim Burton film on our big screen!
Popcorn and juice provided.
Halloween Baby Time!
Wednesday, October 29 at 11:00 a.m.
Join us for Halloween stories, songs, and rhymes just for
you and your baby. This is a great chance to show off those
cute baby costumes! Geared for children 0 to 2 years
Halloween Party!
Friday, October 31 at 11:00 a.m.
Halloween stories, games, crafts, and a parade!
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