The July calendar for the three eastern branches of the Mercer County Library System has been announced.
To register for programs, please call the individual branches. Registration for the summer reading program, “Dream Big: Read!” continues through July in all branches for children up to age 11. Teens ages 12 and older can register online for the “Own the Night” summer reading program.
Visit www.mcl.org to find more programs at the local library branches.
Special programs are listed below.
Hickory
Corner
Branch
Registration is not necessary for the special programs listed below unless noted. To learn more call the library via 609-448-1330.
Adult programs
Bollywood Dancing for Adults — 7 p.m. Thursday, July 12, learn special movements that distinguish the Indian dance style.
Creating a Life Well-Lived: Eliminating the Five Habits that Sabotage Your Success — 7 p.m. Monday, July 16, with Beth Evard of Princeton Center for Yoga & Health.
Insurance 101: Medigap Policies & Medicare Rx Plans — 10 a.m. Thursday, July 19, with independent insurance agent Margaret Andrecko.
Afternoon Movie for Adults: Woman in Black — will be shown 2 p.m. Friday, July 20. The movie is rated PG-13.The library will provide refreshments and comfortable chairs.
Adult Summer Reading Program: Between the Covers — continues through Aug. 3 and features complete mini book reviews for a chance to win a Barnes & Noble gift card. Drawings will be held every two weeks.
Youth programs
Enjoy Explore India: Peacock Surprise — 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 2, for youngsters 4 an older, will showcase a special interactive story from India. Registration is required online, www.mcl.org, starting June 18.
Pajama Concert with Yosi — 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 10, for children 2 and older, features a pajama party with the award-winning children’s recording artist and entertainer. Registration is required via www.mcl.org starting June 25.
Henna for Teens — 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 17, for youth 11 and older. Participants can have a design applied by a professional Mehndi artist. Registration is required online at www.mcl.org starting July 2.
Youth Stages “Little Red Hen” — 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 19, for children ages 3 and older. Registration is required online at www.mcl.org starting July 2.
Yoga for Teens — 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, for youngsters ages 11 and older. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle and towel. Registration is required online at www.mcl.org starting July 16.
Hightstown
Memorial
Branch
Registration is not necessary for the programs listed below unless noted. For information call the Hightstown Memorial Branch via 609-448-1474.
Adult programs
Citizenship Classes — 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Review questions for the citizenship exam.
Learning English (ESL) — 7 p.m. Tuesdays.
Coupon Swap — 9:30 a.m. Monday, July 9. Bring coupons to share and take what you need!
Citizenship Today and Immigration Issues with lawyer Stephen Traylor — will take place 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 10. Space is limited. Registration is required.
Mother and Daughter Book Club — 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 18. For 11 to 15 girls and their mothers. Please call the library for the book title.
Youth programs
Bricks4Kidz Building with Spin Art — 7 p.m. Thursday, July 5 for ages 5 to 10. Build structures with Legos and using them to make an art project. Please register.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover — 4 p.m. Monday, July 9. One of your favorite stuffed animal friends is invited to spend the night in the library! Please register.
Youth Stages Drama Workshop — 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 6, for ages 3 to 6. Interactive drama program based on the children’s book, “Bats at the Library” by Brian Lies. Please register.
India Storytelling Workshop — 10:30 am Friday, July 13, for ages 4 to 8. Miss Seema will share with us an Indian story called, “Raakahas Bhakahas”. Please register.
Mad Science Workship: Cosmic Space — 11 a.m. Saturday, July 14, for ages 5 to 10. An exciting look at planets, moons, comets and the stars. Please register.
Twin
Rivers
Branch
Registration is necessary for all programs. Call 609-443-1880 for information.
Adult programs
Bricks4Kidz Building with Spin Art — 7 p.m. Thursday, July 5 for ages 5 to 10. Build structures with Legos and using them to make an art project. Please register.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover — 4 p.m. Monday, July 9. One of your favorite stuffed animal friends is invited to spend the night in the library! Please register.
Youth Stages Drama Workshop — 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 6 for ages 3 to 6. Interactive drama program based on the children’s book, “Bats at the Library” by Brian Lies. Please register.
India Storytelling Workshop — 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 13 for ages 4 to 8. Miss Seema will share with us an Indian story called, “Raakahas Bhakahas.” Please register.
Mad Science Workship: Cosmic Space — 11 a.m. Saturday, July 14 for ages 5 to 10. An exciting look at planets, moons, comets and the stars. Please register.
Youth programs
Dream Big Art Camp — 10 a.m. Fridays for ages 4 to 8 and 11 a.m. Fridays for ages 9 to 12.
Mr. Malcolm — 4 p.m. Thursday, July 12 for ages 3 and up. “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” by C.S. Lewis and “The Diary of a Wimpy Kid” by John Kinney.
Holtzie, Comedian Extraordinaire — 4 p.m. Thursday, July 19 for ages 3 and up.
Night Sky Hunt — 8 p.m. Monday, July 30 for all ages. Gather outside as Chita broadens our view of the sky. There will be a night sky scavenger hunt.
Wild Rumpus Pajama Party — 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 31 for ages 2 to 8. Celebrate Maurice Sendak’s life with stories and chocolate s’mores. Come in pajamas.

