Mon., July 25
Ready, Set, Braid! from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn how to create fun and classic braided hairstyles, make a hair accessory, and get your hair braided as well. Please bring your own hairbrush and ponytail holders. Girls may bring a doll for a hairstyle if they do not want their own hair done. For girls ages 5-12. No registration required.
Tues., July 26
Coloring for Adults will be held at1 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt, N.J. Rediscover the joy of coloring. Coloring sheets and art supply provided along with light refreshments and relaxing music. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all monthly programs.
Free Immigration Legal Clinic from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Call the library for more information and to register for a free 15-minute consultation with an immigration lawyer.
Board Game Afternoon will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Come to the library to play. A variety of board games will be available, or feel free to bring your own. No registration necessary.
Wed., July 27
Life-size Board Games will be held at 7 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt, N.J. If you are a teen in grades 7 – 12, join us for life-sized board game night with Candy Land. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all monthly programs.
Paint & Pencil Family Art with Miss Barbara from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For all ages. Our resident artist, Miss Barbara will help you express your creativity by drawing in pencil or painting in watercolors (even if you’ve never before picked up a brush). You and your children are welcome to come to one or both sessions. No registration necessary.
Hickory Corner Book Discussion will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. The group will be discussing “Fates & Furies” by Lauren Groff. No registration is required and new members are always welcome.
Thurs., July 28
Tween Time from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Create different works of art and science experiments at these “Tween Only” sessions. Each week of July features a different activity. For ages 8-12. Registration not required.
Yoga Plus with Bob Kirby from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Enjoy the benefits of yoga and low-impact exercises. Bob Kirby, a certified fitness instructor, will incorporate music while focusing on balance, posture, mobility, and strength. Register at www.mcl.org.
Class: How to Sell on eBay will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Learn how to sell on eBay from an experienced seller. It’s a great way to sell electronics, collectibles, jewelry, fashion and more. The class will demonstrate a real sale from how to list an item through shipping and payment options. Call the library to register at 609-448-1330.
Coloring for Adults will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Coloring pages, pencils and markers provided. Lucy, the therapy dog, will attend most sessions. No registration required.
Fri., July 29
Art of Speaking from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Learn public speaking techniques in fun & creative ways like making your own commercial and presenting a news event. Runs for three weeks and each week will feature a different activity and topic. For ages 10-16. No registration required. Questions? Email [email protected] for further information.
Join Beth El Synagogue for a relaxed, musical, family friendly Friday night service, Shabbat on the Lake, at 5:45 p.m. The service will be held at the picturesque gazebo on Lake Drive in Robbinsville’s Town Center. The evening provides an opportunity to meet our welcoming clergy and friendly congregation. Please bring your own chair(s) and/or blanket(s) as limited seating will be available. In case of inclement weather, services will be held at Beth El Synagogue, 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, N.J., 08520, 609-443-4454, www.bethel.net.
Class: Microsoft Word: Tables & Tips will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Learn some of the more advanced features of the popular word processing program. Call the library to register at 609-448-1330.
Friday Afternoon Movie: “As Good as it Gets” will be shown at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Hellen Hunt and Jack Nicholson. Rated PG-13; 139 minutes. A small snack will be served. No registration necessary.
Tues., Aug. 2
The Rotary Club of Robbinsville Hamilton will hold a bike collection drive at the Municipal Complex, 1117 Route 130, Robbinsville, N.J. 08691 (at the Robbinsville National Night Out) from 6 to 9 p.m. Benefits the Boys & Girls Club’s Bike Exchange program. For more information visit rhrotary.org or call 609-902-8391.
Drawing from your Imagination will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Learn to draw your own picture with the guidance of local artist Marge Rosen. A different project is planned for each lesson to demonstrate a variety of techniques. Learn to balance your picture with color and line, using felt-tip pens to outline and color your drawing. All materials provided. Call the library to register at 609-448-1330.
Make Me Write On It at 3 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. Use chalk and paint to write on floors, windows, and more. Ages 3-11. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Wed., Aug. 3
Healthy Salads with Shop-Rite at 7 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. Join a ShopRite dietician in an engaging class and learn some healthy summer salad recipes. All ages. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Thurs., Aug. 4
Coloring for Adults will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Coloring pages, pencils and markers provided. Lucy, the therapy dog, will attend most sessions. No registration required.
Fri., Aug. 5
Friday Afternoon Movie: “Hello, My Name is Doris” will be shown at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Sally Field. Rated R; 90 minutes. A small snack will be served. No registration necessary.
Tues., Aug. 9
Crafty Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. Stop in to make a craft to take home. Ages 5-11.Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Wed., Aug. 10
Andy & Judy – Folk Music You Will Love, at 2 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. Join us for a free concert with the folk music duo Andy and Judy Daigle, known as “Andy & Judy,” a Boston-area folk duo who perform regularly at coffeehouses and concert venues throughout the Northeast. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Thurs., Aug. 11
Yoga for Kids at 3 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. This summer is all about fitness and wellness. Ages 5-10 are welcome to come for a relaxation session with a professional yoga instructor. Please register and please bring a yoga mat or towel. Ages 5-10. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Learn how to fight BDS and the growing anti-Israel movement on campus with a free screening of “Crossing the Line 2“ and of “The Plight of the Palestinian Refugees“ at 7 p.m. Films followed by a discussion with Hillel Zaremba, director of community relations, Israeli Consulate in Philadelphia. Space is limited. Please R.S.V.P. to [email protected].
Fri., Aug. 12
Babies at Play at 10:30 a.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. Join us for songs, bounces, rhymes and stories. Ages up to 18 months with caregiver. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Tues., Aug. 16
Disney Olympics from 1to 3 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. Olympics with a Disney twist. Join us for fun activities, crafts, games, and prizes. Ages 5 & up. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Sun., Aug. 21
Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Seniors’ Group will present its Summer Opera Programme, “Mommy, Daddy and the Kids in Opera’ at 3 p.m. Admission is $10. Please RSVP, by Aug. 15, to the synagogue office. Beth El Synagogue is at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, N.J., 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Tues., Aug. 23
Toddler Time at 10:30 a.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. Stories, songs, and a simple craft. Ages 18-36 months with caregiver. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Fri., Aug. 26
Finding Dory! From 1 to 2 p.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. Our favorite character from “Finding Nemo” finally has her own movie. Join us for stories, crafts, games, and help us find Dory. Ages 5 & up. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Tues., Aug. 30
Coloring for Adults at 11:15 a.m. at the Plumsted Branch library, 119 Evergreen Road New Egypt. Rediscover the joy of coloring. Coloring sheets and art supply provided along with relaxing music. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Sat., Oct. 15
Danny V’s 52nd Street Band “Tribute to Billy Joel” will perform at 7 p.m. at The Bordentown Regional Middle School, 50 Dunn’s Mill Road, Bordentown, N.J., at part of the 36th Season Schedule of the Community Concert Association of Bordentown, Inc. This is a full-scale, six-piece, live concert show, re-creating the performances of arguably the greatest rock and roll keyboard player ever – the “Piano Man”…Billy Joel. Led by pianist, singer and showman,Dan Vechesky (Danny V), the 52nd Street Band is comprised of top NYC metro-area musicians driven to detail in re-creating Billy’s music and live stage show. Touring for more than 20 years, 52nd Street is the world’s longest running tribute to Billy Joel, earning a reputation of rocking “A”-list venues from Hard Rock Cafe’s to Trump & Harrah’s Casinos to NYC Parades and Concert festivals.Tickets: Adults $20.00 Students $5.00. For additional concert or membership information phone 609-298-5465.
Continuing events
Spinning Yarns Craft Circle: This club meets the first and third Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Visit the Gambino Room for an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome.
The Monroe Township Police PBA #255 & SOA #203 is having its second annual toy drive between now and Dec. 9. Residents are asked to drop off an unwrapped toy or make a monetary donation for children of all ages at the police department, 3 Municipal Plaza. For more information, contact Lt. Lisa Robinson at 732-521-0222, ext. 149 or email [email protected]; or Officer Wesley Panckeri at 732-521-0222, ext. 210 or email [email protected].
Read It and Eat It! Cook Book Club: This club takes place the third Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Call the library to reserve a copy of this month’s book or visit www.goodreads.com/topic/group_folder/264622.
Toddler Stay and Play: This event is held Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. in the at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury. Early literacy story time helps prepare children with future reading skills. After singing, reading, and talking, children ages 12-24 months with a caregiver stay and play.
Movie Club: This club meets on the third Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. in the Cranbury Public Library at 23 N. Main St. in Cranbury Join the lively discussions about movies.
