Book discussions are planned at the Hillsborough library at 379 South Branch Road.
Friends of the Library will focus on “A Constellation of Vital Phenomena” by Anthony Marra on Tuesday, March 11, at 7:30 p.m.
A discussion on “The Buccaneers” by Edith Wharton will be held Thursday, March 13, at 3 p.m.
Adult programs (registration required):
• Obamacare assistance — Cognosante Enrollment Assistance Services will be available to answer questions and help community members with signing up for the Affordable Health Care Act. Saturdays, March 8, 15 and 22, at 1 p.m.
• Yoga — Robyn Ulmer leads a 4-week, beginner friendly, all-levels adult class at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, March 12, 19 and 26. Wear comfortable clothing, and bring water and a mat or towel.
• Friday night movie — “Dallas Buyers Club,” starring Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner and Jared Leto, and rated R, will be shown March 7 at 7 p.m.
• Affordable Health Care for Small Business — Small-business owners seeking to provide health care coverage for themselves and employees can get answers to questions about the Affordable Care Act from a representative of Health Republic Insurance of New Jersey. Tues., March 11, at 7 p.m.
• Music in the West Wing — The sibling group Seasons plays Celtic harp, hammered dulcimer and mandolin. Refreshments will be served. Thurs., March 13, at 7 p.m.
• Introduction to Self-Publishing (Part 3) — Once you finish your book and upload it, you will also want to take advantage of social media to promote it. The event will also review e-book creation tools and websites devoted to publishing news. Presented by Robert Helmbrecht, librarian at the Hillsborough branch, and owner of small-press genre publishing company. Tues., March 18, at 7 p.m.
• Afternoon movie: “The Butler,” starring Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey and John Cusack, and rated PG, will be shown Wed., March 19, at 1:30 p.m.
• New Jersey history — Civil War historian Glenn LeBoeuf will present a program about Philip Kearny, who led the First Jersey Brigade before rising to major general. Respected and beloved by his men, Kearny led by example and damned the Yankee politicians, senior officers and rebels alike. Thurs., March 20, at 7 p.m.
Here are programs for youngsters. Registration is required.
• Finding Colleges That Fit (for parents and caregivers and students in grades 9-12) — Topics include what to do before building a college list, the top things colleges are looking for in an applicant, and the most important areas to explore on your college visit. Presented by Rana Slosberg of Slosberg College Solutions, LLC. Thurs., March 6, at 7 p.m.
• First Roots Music (newborn to 3) — Join Ms. Jenni, a Kindermusik educator and owner of First Roots Music Studio, for music that helps a child develop language, literacy, social and listening skills. Older siblings will not be allowed into this program. Monday, March 17, at 10 a.m.
• Story Time (ages 3-6) — Enjoy stories and build language skills with your preschool or kindergarten child and read a story about good luck on Mon., March 17, at 1 p.m. No registration required.
• Volunteer opportunity (grades 8-12) — Reliable teen volunteers needed to assist during Get Crafty! programs. Must have social skills and experience with children. Volunteers will earn community service hours for attendance. Space limited to 4 volunteers per session. Mon., March 17, at 3:45 p.m.
• Get Crafty! (grades 2-4) — Build your own kite. Mon., March 17, at 4 p.m.
• Toddler Time (2- and 3-year-olds) — Introduce books to your child with a story on spring on Tues., March 18, at 10 a.m.
• Rhyme Time (newborn to 24 months) — Twenty minutes of nursery rhyme fun. Tues., March 18, at 10:30 a.m.
• Creature Comfort Pets (grades K-2) — Children will read out loud to a ‘Creature Comfort’ rabbit or dog for 10 minutes. Online registration is unavailable for this program; call or stop by the Children’s Desk. Tues., March 18, at 4 p.m.
• Movin’ Munchkins (ages 3-6 only) — A creative movement program for child and parent/caregiver. A release/waiver must be signed by the parent or child cannot participate. Forms are available at the Children’s Desk or online. Wed., March 19, at 10 a.m.
• Garden club program (grades 2-4) — Join members of the Neshanic Garden Club to make wind chimes. Wed., March 19, at 4 p.m.
