By: centraljersey.com
Hillsborough’s public library offers lots of activities for young and old.
Here are upcoming programs intended for adults:
Crystal/Gemstone healing workshop – Learn a history of the application of crystal healing as well as different stones and their properties. Tuesday, March 29, at 7 p.m.
Rediscovery and inspiration on the Lewis and Clark Trail – Gordon Thomas Ward, the author of "Life on the Shoulder," discusses his inspiring journey along the Lewis and Clark Trail. Thursday, March 31, at 7 p.m.
Movie – "The Fighter," starring Mark Wahlberg, Amy Adams and Christian Bale. Friday, April 1, at 7 p.m.
The Edna Project, Poetry Set to Music – Join us in the West Wing for a lyrical rendition of the poetry of Edna St. Vincent Millay set to music by Liz Quler and Seth Farber. You will be delighted by their creative and enlightening performance. Saturday, April 2, at 7 p.m.
Hillsborough High School music ensembles – Children and adults can come and listen to the high school’s band members as they perform musical selections in small-group ensembles. Monday, April 4, at 1 p.m.
Icon painting – Regina Hoag will talk about the process of writing an icon, will show examples of her work and materials used in icon writing and answer questions. Thursday, April 7, at 7 p.m.
Here are programs intended for youngsters. Registration is required for all programs.:
– Afternoon stories (ages 2-6) – A fun family storytime. Mondays, March 28 and April 4, at 1 p.m.
– Reading Buddy (grades 2-4) – Your child will increase their love of reading while reading aloud with a Hillsborough High School intern. Mondays, March 28 and April 4, 3:30 p.m.
– Toddler Time (ages 2-6) – Introduce the pleasure of books to your child. Tuesdays, March 29 and April 5, at 10 a.m.
– Rhyme Time (newborn to 2 1/2) – Join us for nursery rhyme fun. Tuesdays, March 29 and April 5, at 10:30 a.m.
Afterschool Science (grades 3-5) – Join us for hands-on science fun. Tuesday, April 5 at 4:30 p.m.
Afterschool Science (grades K-2) – Join us for some hands-on science fun. Thursday, April 7, at 4 p.m.
Science (ages 4-6) – Join us for stories and hands-on activities as you and your child explore science concepts together – Thursday, April 7, at 10 a.m.
– Game On! (grades 6-12) – We’ll be creating larger-than-life board games and you get to act as your own game piece. Monday, March 28, at 4 p.m.
– Early Reader Book Club (grades K-2) – At each program we will discuss the book, do some activities and make a craft. Tuesday, March 29, at 4 p.m.
– Crafts for 4s, 5s and 6s – Have fun making a craft with your preschool or kindergarten child. Thursday, March 31, at 10 a.m.
– Singing Babies (ages 0-2) – Start your little one on the road to a lifetime love of music making. Friday, April 1, at 10 a.m.
– Special storytime (ages 2-6) – Join us for a special storytime. Saturday, April 2, at 10 a.m.
– Teen Advisory Board (grades 6-12) – Help us plan teen programs and tell us what you’d like to see happen at the library. Enjoy tasty treats! Wednesday, April 6, at 7 p.m.
– Teen Crafternoon (grades 6-12) – Celebrate Earth Day with a craft made with recyclable materials. Saturday, April 9, at 2 p.m.
For information on any program, or to register, call the library at 908-369-2200, ext. 14. You can register online using the library calendar.

