Community Calendar: Feb. 2 edition

Thurs., Feb. 2
   School-age Storytime & Craft: 4:15 p.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library system, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. For children in kindergarten and up. Pre-registration required online at www.mcl.org. For more information, call 259-2150.
   Relay for Life of New Egypt Kick-Off Party: 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m., New Egypt Primary School gym, 131 Evergreen Road, Plumsted. Learn how you can get involved in this NJ American Cancer Society fundraiser and bring a friend. For further information, contact Jennifer Hernandez at 732-320-6066/ [email protected].
   Closet Organization: 7 p.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library system, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Thursday, Feb. 2, and let Professional Organizer Ellen Tozzi share some trade secrets on how to get your closet in order – and keep them that way! Please register online at www.mcl.org by clicking on “Programs/Events” and following the instructions. For more information, call the library at 259-2150.
Fri., Feb. 3
   Kim Yarson’s Mommy and Me Sing Along: 10:30 a.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library System, 42 Robbinsville-Edinburg Road, Robbinsville. This music program is for children of all ages accompanied by an adult. Online registration required at www.mcl.org. For more information, call 259-2150.
Sat., Feb. 4
   ”Responsible Horse Ownership in a Tough Economic Climate”: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., a horse management seminar sponsored by the Rutgers Equine Science Center and Rutgers Cooperative Extension, Cook Campus Center, 59 Biel Road, New Brunswick. Tips from equine industry experts for planning and cutting costs while providing the best care for your horse. For more information, contact Laura Gladney at 848-0932-3229 or e-mail [email protected].
   Valentine Workshop: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library system, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Children of all ages accompanied by an adult are invited to drop in and create their own special valentine. Registration is NOT required. For information, call 259-2150.
   Little Ninja Day: 10 a.m. (ages 3-6); 10:30 a.m. (ages 7-11); Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library System, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Presented by USA Karate & Fitness of Hamilton. Learn about bullying prevention and stranger danger. Caregivers must be present. Registration required online at www.mcl.org. For more information, call 259-2150.
Thurs., Feb. 9
   Creating a Bog Garden: 7p.m., Allentown Methodist Church, 23 Church St., Allentown. Join Jason Austin, manager of Rare Find Nursery in Jackson, at the Allentown Garden Club’s monthly meeting to learn how to create a bog garden. He will provide information on construction, siting, and using interesting plants that thrive in perpetually wet soil. All interested area gardeners are welcome. For more information, go to www.AllentownGardenClub.org or call the club’s president, John Brandauer, at 259-7640.
Fri., Feb. 10
   Fish Fry: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., New Egypt Elks, 105 Lakewood Road, Plumsted. Chicken and fish dinners ranging from $8 to $10; children’s dinners $5. All dinners include all-you-can-eat salad, cole slaw, rolls, dessert and beverages. Takeout available. For more information, call 609-304-8469.
Sat., Feb. 11
   Tea, Flowers, Fans & Chocolate: 2 p.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library system, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Join food historian and certified tea specialist Judith Krall-Russo and learn about tea parties, Valentine’s cards, chocolate, flowers, fans and flirting in Victorian England. Please register online at www.mcl.org by clicking on “Programs/Events” and following the instructions. For more information, call the library at 259-2150.
Sun., Feb. 12
   Family Movie Day “Despicable Me” (PG): 2 p.m., Millstone Performing Arts Center, Millstone Middle School, Dawson Court, Millstone. Doors open at 2 p.m. for face-painting, crafts and other activities. Movie starts at 3 p.m. A $5 minimum donation is requested with an advance RSVP; $6 minimum donation at the door. All donations benefit students in Millstone public schools. To order tickets go to the Millstone Foundation for Educational Excellence website at www.mtfee.org.
Monday, Feb. 13
   MOMS Club of Robbinsville meeting: 10 a.m., Seventh-day Adventist Church, Washington Boulevard, Robbinsville. An opportunity for stay-at-home Robbinsville moms, or those working part-time, to share experiences in raising children and to give back to the community. For more information, e-mail [email protected].
Thurs., Feb. 16
   School-age Storytime & Craft: 4:15 p.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library system, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. For children in kindergarten and up. Pre-registration required (after Feb. 2) online at www.mcl.org. For more information, call 259-2150.
Fri., Feb. 17
   Babytime: 10:30 a.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library system, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road., Robbinsville. This class is for children ages 6 months to 24 months accompanied by an adult. Online registration begins Feb. 3 at www.mcl.org.
Sat., Feb. 18
   Movie Matinee “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” (PG): 10:30 a.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library system, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Online registration begins Feb. 4 at www.mcl.org. For more information, call 259-2150.
Tues., Feb. 21
   Celebrate Mardi Gras: 2 p.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library system, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Children of all ages accompanied by an adult are invited to come create a mask and participate in our parade through the library! Online registration begins on Feb. 7 at www.mcl.org. For more information, call 259-2150.
Thurs., Feb. 23
   Princeton Then and Now: 7 p.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library system, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Eve Mandel, Curator of Education at the Historical Society of Princeton, will take you on a photographic journey back in time to see how Princeton’s people and places have changed over the past century, Please register online at www.mcl.org by clicking on “Programs/Events” and following the instructions. For more information, call the library at 259-2150.
Fri., Feb. 24
   Toddler Tunes: 10:30 a.m., Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library System, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. This music program is for children of all ages accompanied by an adult. Online registration begins Feb. 10 at www.mcl.org. For more information, call 259-2150.
Mon., Feb. 27
   Registration begins for Winter Storytime Session: Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library System, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Toddler and Pre-school children will enjoy stories, songs, and crafts under the supervision of Youth Services Librarian Michelle Cromwell and Library Assistant Cathy Beetel. Session runs March 6 – April 12. Toddler storytime is a half-hour program for children, ages 2 and 3, accompanied by an adult, on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.; Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.; or Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. Pre-school storytime is a half-hour program for children, ages 4 and 5, on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m. or Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. Register online at www.mcl.org. For more information, call 259-2150.
    Registration for Passport to Fun begins: Robbinsville branch of the Mercer County Library System, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville. Classes begin the week of March 5, and will run through the week of April 9. This six-week program, for children in grades 4 to 6, will meet on Mondays at 3:15 pm. Participants will explore a different country each week either through writing, art, or cooking. Please be aware that this program will occasionally include food. Register online at www. mcl.org. For more information call 259-2150.
   Plumsted Schools Community Relations Meeting: 6:30 p.m., New Egypt High School media center, 117 Evergreen Road, Plumsted. Informational and interactive sessions open to all members of the community to discuss issues and school-related topics with district administrators. For more information call 609-758-6800 or go online to www.newegypt.us.
Sun., March 4
   ”Pocketbook Bingo” to Benefit RHS 2012 Post-Prom: 6 p.m., Robbinsville High School ,155 Robbinsville-Edinburg Road, Robbinsville. Win designer purses — Coach, Vera Bradley, Kate Spade, Cole Hahn and Ralph Lauren. Tickets cost $25 and include 16 bingo cards. Tickets purchased in groups of eight or 10 can reserve a table in advance. Additional bingo cards for sale at the event. Dessert and coffee will be served. Outside food allowed. For tickets, contact: MaryAnn Forno at 609-4437157 [email protected] or Kathy Koss at 609-208-9112 [email protected].
Continuing events:
   Weekly senior games: Plumsted Senior Outreach Services, Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Plumsted Municipal Building lower level via elevator, 121 Evergreen Road, Plumsted. Play a different game every week including Scrabble, bingo, board and card games and dominoes. For further information, call 609-758-2241 extension 111 and leave message.
   Mid-day Toastmasters Club: 11:30 a.m., second and fourth Tuesdays each month at Robbinsville Branch of the Mercer County Library System, 42 Allentown-Robbinsville Road., Robbinsville. For information, contact Jim Samuel at [email protected].
   Good Neighbor Fund: assists area residents with emergency needs such as utility, rent and medical bills. To make donation, mail check payable to the Good Neighbor Fund to Good Neighbor Fund, in care of Allentown Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 122, Allentown, 08501.
   Plumsted TNR Committee: 7-10 a.m., Plumsted Trap, Neuter and Return Committee every Sunday at the New Egypt Flea Market, 933 Route 536, New Egypt.
   MOMS Club of Upper Freehold/Allentown: first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Allentown Presbyterian Church, 20 High St.; for information, contact Barbara Nissinger or Jen Domen at [email protected].
   Millstone MOMS: 10 a.m., MOMS Club of Millstone Township, second Thursday of each month; for information, contact Melanie Sullivan at 732-851-5559 or [email protected] or www.millstone.nj.us/Moms_Club.html.
   Discussing Books: 6:30 p.m., Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, first Wednesday of the month; registration can be done in person, by phone at 609-758-7888 or online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org.
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