Sat., Oct. 1
The Cranbury Arts Council will be holding a fall fundraiser event, which will be in two parts. The first will be a free community event at the Cranbury Brook Preserve on the West Property from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome to stroll through the autumn woods to find numerous local artists painting en plein air. Guests will be able to catch a glimpse into the creative process and watch the artists create paintings right before their eyes. The afternoon will be followed by an event for adults in the new loft space at Molto Bene in Cranbury from 6 to 9 p.m. All of the paintings from the day will be on display and available for auction. There will be hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and music. Tickets are $75 per person and space is limited. For ticket information, visit www.cranburyartscouncil.org.
Sun., Oct. 2
An exhibit featuring more than four hundred pieces of 20th Century costume jewelry will be available for viewing from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East. Famous makers such as Trifari, Weiss, Danecraft, Coro, Marcel Boucher, Sarah Coventry, Carolee, Napier, Hollycraft, Kramer, Florenza, Monet and Christian Dior are included in the collection. Pearls, rhinestones, cameos, mother of pearl, Bakelite and marcasite are represented, along with more than 75 Christmas pins.
Mon., Oct. 3
Fabulous 50s Sock Hop, at 6:30 p.m. at the Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Step back in time to the Fabulous 50s! Come in costume to get a treat. There will be games, crafts, and music all from the 1950s. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of the monthly programs.
Hand Embroidery Class: Basics for Beginners will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Get acquainted with the basic materials and techniques used for hand embroidery, then learn a variety of basic embroidery stitches to create a small stitch sampler. No experience necessary. All materials provided. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Please call the library to register.
Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 10:30 to11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing and painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Tues., Oct. 4
Beginning Hatha Yoga class will be held at 10 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Learn basic yoga postures and exercises to improve your overall well being. Led by certified yoga instructor Mehri Vesali. Bring a mat or large towel. Call the library to register at 609-448-1330.
Mother Daughter Book Club Pizza Party from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. For girls ages 11 and up and their mothers. Come enjoy fun conversation and snacks as we discuss “Compass South“ by Hope Larson. No registration required and new members welcome.
Wed., Oct. 5
Overcoming Fear Insight Session from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Many of us are afraid today, but few know why and even fewer know how to dilute and dissolve their fear. It is said that love can conquer fear, but that’s not so easy when there is also fear and misunderstanding about love. Embrace a life without fear. Join Leena, a 9-year practitioner of Rajyoga meditation in this interactive workshop. Register online at www.mcl.org.
Thurs., Oct. 6
Educator Beth Broder Epstein will hold a Conversational ESL class 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 improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. 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. No registration required.
Science and a Story from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will listen to stories and conduct theme-related science experiments. Messy play clothes, please. Register at www.mcl.org.
Kid’s Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 7-11 will learn drawing and painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Fri., Oct. 7
Friday Afternoon Movie: “Me Before You” will be shown at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Join us for a screening of the popular movie starring Emilia Clarke. Rated PG-13; 110 minutes. A small snack will be served. No registration necessary.
Sensory Play for Babies and Toddlers from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Infants & toddlers ages 3 months to 2.5 years will engage their senses of touch, sight and sound with a variety of objects and toys.
The Hightstown Library Association Fall Book Sale will be from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Come to find treasures for sale at great prices. Shop early for the best selection. Runs through Saturday, Oct. 15.
Sat., Oct. 8
Yoga for Beginners from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Learn simple and powerful yoga postures to improve stability and balance. No physical agility or prior yoga experience needed. Bring a mat or large towel. Instructor, Anu, is a trained Isha facilitator. Register online at www.mcl.org.
Sun., Oct. 9
Pumpkin Carving Demonstration will be held at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Drive, East Windsor, N.J. at 1 p.m. “King of Carving” Glen Dalessandro will conduct a pumpkin-carving demonstration for ages 7 to adult. Glen has been painting, carving and crafting pumpkins and gourds professionally since 1991. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Call the library to register at 609-448-1330.
An exhibit featuring more than four hundred pieces of 20th Century costume jewelry will be available for viewing from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East. Famous makers such as Trifari, Weiss, Danecraft, Coro, Marcel Boucher, Sarah Coventry, Carolee, Napier, Hollycraft, Kramer, Florenza, Monet and Christian Dior are included in the collection. Pearls, rhinestones, cameos, mother of pearl, Bakelite and marcasite are represented, along with more than 75 Christmas pins.
Mon., Oct. 10
Puppy Power: Seeing Eye Puppies at 4 p.m. at the Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Come meet the seeing eye puppies of the Ocean County 4H Club and learn about the responsibility of raising a Seeing Eye puppy. For ages 5 and 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 the monthly programs.
Salsa Night at 6:30 p,m. at the Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Test your culinary skills and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the library’s second annual salsa contest. All ingredients will be provided. Ages 12-18. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of the monthly programs.
Tues., Oct. 11
A golf outing, sponsored by the Miracle League of Mercer County, will be held at Old York Country Club in Chesterfield, with registration starting at 11 am. Proceeds from the event will be used for ongoing programs to provide children with disabilities the opportunity to play baseball, and for maintenance of the baseball field. Visit miracleleaguemercer.org for costs to play golf and sponsorship opportunities, or call 609-581-5810.
Mother Daughter Book Club Pizza Party from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. For girls ages 11 and up and their mothers. Come enjoy fun conversation and snacks as we discuss “Compass South“ by Hope Larson. No registration required and new members welcome.
Beginning Hatha Yoga class will be held at 10 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Learn basic yoga postures and exercises to improve your overall wellbeing. Led by certified yoga instructor Mehri Vesali. Bring a mat or large towel. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Wed., Oct. 12
DIY Adult Crafternoon at 3:30 p.m. at the Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Get ready for fall by making some pumpkin spice scented soap. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of the monthly programs.
Medicare Annual Enrollment Workshop from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Open Enrollment is Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, when people with Medicare can change their Medicare health plans and prescription drug coverage for the following year. Find out key changes for 2017 and how to make the most of this annual enrollment period from SHIP (the State Health Insurance Assistance Program). Register online at www.mcl.org.
Diabetes Prevention, Signs and Treatment will be held at 10 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Health educator Lessley Chiriboga will give a talk about risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the disease. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Embroidery Circle will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Whether you are looking to create your first stitch or expand your skills, learn new methods and techniques, or share embroidery ideas and projects, the Embroidery Circle is open to all skill levels. Bring embroidery projects you are working on to share and meet other enthusiasts. No registration is necessary.
Thurs., Oct. 13
Science and a Story from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will listen to stories and conduct theme-related science experiments. Messy play clothes, please. Register at www.mcl.org.
Kid’s Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 7-11 will learn drawing and painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will present “Sukkot Storytime” at 4:45 p.m. at the Robbinsville Branch of the Mercer County Library System. Celebrate Sukkot, the Jewish harvest holiday, with a fun and interactive craft, storytime and snack. Online registration for this event is required, Robbinsville Branch, www.mcl.org, 609-259-2150. For more information about Beth El Synagogue, visit the website at www.bethel.net. The Robbinsville Library Branch is located at 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville, N.J. 08691.
Educator Beth Broder Epstein will hold a Conversational ESL class 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 improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please 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. No registration required.
Meditation for a Healthier Lifestyle will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Meditation can bring about a sense of calm and balance that benefits both your emotional and physical well-being, which in turn will impact your overall health and reduce stress. It is easy to learn and the benefits don’t end when your meditation session ends. Join Umesh Bhatia, who has been meditating for more than 20 years, for this workshop, presented in two parts; the second session will be Oct. 20. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Fri., Oct. 14
Hightstown Library Association Fall Book Sale-Bag Days from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Come to find treasures for sale at great prices, like $3 a bag.
Sat., Oct. 15
Hightstown Library Association Fall Book Sale-Bag Days from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Come to find treasures for sale at great prices, like $3 a bag.
Sun., Oct. 16
An exhibit featuring more than four hundred pieces of 20th Century costume jewelry will be available for viewing from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East. Famous makers such as Trifari, Weiss, Danecraft, Coro, Marcel Boucher, Sarah Coventry, Carolee, Napier, Hollycraft, Kramer, Florenza, Monet and Christian Dior are included in the collection. Pearls, rhinestones, cameos, mother of pearl, Bakelite and marcasite are represented, along with more than 75 Christmas pins.
Mon., Oct. 17
Coupon Swap from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Drop in anytime during this all-day event and bring coupons to share and take what you need.
Sing-Along with Kim Yarson from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. For ages birth-5 and a caregiver. Dance to Kim’s high-energy guitar music as she plays classics and original songs. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Mystery Book Club will meet at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. The group will be discussing “The Thomas Berryman Numbers” by James Patterson. New members are always welcome and no registration is needed.
Tues., Oct. 18
Mother Daughter Book Club Pizza Party from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. For girls ages 11 and up and their mothers. Come enjoy fun conversation and snacks as we discuss “Compass South“ by Hope Larson. No registration required and new members welcome.
Wed., Oct. 19
Influenza and pneumonia vaccines from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. The Ocean County Health Department will offer seasonal influenza (flu) and pneumonia vaccinations in coordination with the Ocean County Library System. Call 732-341-9700 ext. 7604 with questions.
The Women of New York will be presented at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Marty Schneit, licensed New York City tour guide, details the history of 14 women who made significant contributions to New York and the world at large at a time in United States history when full equality for women was not yet recognized. Marty will talk about the many women of New York City who made a difference then that still affect us all today and have left a lasting imprint on the modern era. Some of the women that Marty will discuss are Rose Schneiderman, Emma Lazarus, Jane Jacobs, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, Bess Myerson, Alva Smith Vanderbilt and Mae West. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Thurs., Oct. 20
Science and a Story from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will listen to stories and conduct theme-related science experiments. Messy play clothes, please. Register at www.mcl.org.
Kid’s Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 7-11 will learn drawing and painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Heart Health will be discussed at 10 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Health Educator Lessley Chiriboga will discuss the signs and symptoms of heart disease and heart attack, as well as prevention and diagnosis. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Educator Beth Broder Epstein will hold a Conversational ESL class 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 improve your English language speaking skills, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar and fluency. Must have some basic knowledge of English. Please 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. No registration required.
Grandparenting 101 will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Health educator Carolyn Schindewolf of Princeton Healthcare System presents a fun, interactive session that includes the latest in baby and child care, transitioning from parent to grandparent, and family dynamics when grandparents retire. Please call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Fri., Oct. 21
County Connection Mobile Service Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. The mobile service center will be in the Plumsted Library parking lot. Services provided: senior and veteran services, consumer affairs, voter registration and park and tourism info. (Fees are required for some services.)
The Robbinsville Hamilton Rotary Club’s annual Art Auction & Silent Auction will be held at the Nottingham Ballroom, 200 Mercer Street, Hamilton Square. Preview begins at 6:30 p.m. and the live auction starts at 7:30 p.m. featuring framed fine art in all media and price ranges. Valuable gift baskets, gift certificates and other donated silent auction items will be available to bid on as well. Major credit cards will be accepted for art purchases. The $10 admission includes light fare, hors d’oeuvres and refreshments sponsored by Killarney’s Publick House. Tickets are available at the door, in advance by calling 609-610-5050 or online at rhrotary.org. Proceeds from this major fundraising event will benefit many local charities and student scholarship programs.
Friday Afternoon Movie: “Love & Friendship” 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 Kate Beckinsale. Rated PG; 93 minutes. A small snack will be served. No registration necessary.
Sun., Oct. 23
An exhibit featuring more than four hundred pieces of 20th Century costume jewelry will be available for viewing from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East. Famous makers such as Trifari, Weiss, Danecraft, Coro, Marcel Boucher, Sarah Coventry, Carolee, Napier, Hollycraft, Kramer, Florenza, Monet and Christian Dior are included in the collection. Pearls, rhinestones, cameos, mother of pearl, Bakelite and marcasite are represented, along with more than 75 Christmas pins.
Sunday Afternoon Movie: “The Meddler” 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 Susan Sarandon. Rated PG-13; 103 minutes. A small snack will be served. No registration necessary.
Mon., Oct. 24
Halloween Celebration 6:30 p.m. at the Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) hosts a Halloween Celebration with games, crafts and treats for children ages 3-11. Wear your costume and join the spooky fun. Stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check the website: www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of the monthly programs.
Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 10:30 to11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing and painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Paint and Pencil Family Art with Miss Barbara from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., 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). No registration necessary.
Tues., Oct. 25
Mother Daughter Book Club Pizza Party from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. For girls ages 11 and up and their mothers. Come enjoy fun conversation and snacks as we discuss “Compass South“ by Hope Larson. No registration required and new members welcome.
Free Immigration Legal Clinic from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Register in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474 for a free 15-minute consultation with an immigration lawyer.
Thurs., Oct. 27
Science and a Story from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will listen to stories and conduct theme-related science experiments. Messy play clothes, please. Register at www.mcl.org.
Kid’s Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 7-11 will learn drawing and painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Sat., Oct. 29
A Red Cross blood drive with Hightstown K of C #6284 will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct 29, at the First Aid squad in Hightstown, 168 Bank St. You can sign up to donate online at www.redcrossblood.org. Enter sponsor code KofC6284. The Hightstown K of C #6284 has been hosting Red Cross blood drives for more than 10 years and has collected more than 1,000 blood donations. Please donate blood if you are able to Every blood donation will save three lives.
Sun., Oct. 30
An exhibit featuring more than four hundred pieces of 20th Century costume jewelry will be available for viewing from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East. Famous makers such as Trifari, Weiss, Danecraft, Coro, Marcel Boucher, Sarah Coventry, Carolee, Napier, Hollycraft, Kramer, Florenza, Monet and Christian Dior are included in the collection. Pearls, rhinestones, cameos, mother of pearl, Bakelite and marcasite are represented, along with more than 75 Christmas pins.
Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor Genealogy Club will sponsor a discussion titled, “Jump Start Your Genealogical Research” at 7:30 p.m. In many cases knowing where to start your genealogical search can save a huge amount of your time and effort. Doing genealogy was once a solitary task. There was no way to find out who else, if anyone, was doing research on the same families as you were. Today, with the numerous aids that are available, it’s a simple matter to find colleagues with whom you can compare notes and share discoveries. At the meeting, you’ll have an opportunity to try some of these methods for yourself, online. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, N.J., 08520. www.bethel.net. Contact the Synagogue Office with any questions, (609) 443-4454.
Mon., Oct. 31
Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 10:30 to11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St., Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing and painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Messy play clothes, please. Online registration is suggested at www.mcl.org.
Sat., Nov. 5
The Hightstown High School After Prom Committee is planning its Bingo fundraising event at the Hightstown High School cafeteria, 25 Leshin Lane, Hightstown. Doors open at 6 p.m. and Bingo will be played from 7 to 10 p.m. Admission for the event, for ages 18 and over, is $25, which includes four cards/15 games, light snacks and beverages. Additional boards will be available for purchase and there will be a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds will benefit the 2017 Hightstown High School after-prom event.
Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor is hosting an evening with “The Space-Time RIFFS, An Improvisation Comedy Group,” featuring Rafi Reguer at 7:30 p.m. Join us for an evening of laughs, desserts, coffee and tea. The cost is $15 per person. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, N.J., 08520. www.bethel.net. Contact the synagogue office to RSVP by Nov. 2, 2016, (609) 443-4454.
