Sun., Nov. 27
Sunday Afternoon Movie: “Café Society” 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 Jessie Eisenberg. Rated PG-13; 96 minutes. No registration necessary.
Mon., Nov. 28
Computer Class: Windows 10 Basics will be taught at 2:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Join us to learn how to use Microsoft’s newest operating system. Call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 10:30 to11:15 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in 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., Nov. 29
Beginning Spanish class from 5 to 6 p.m., Citizenship Exam Review from 6 to 7 p.m. and Learning English with Victor from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by calling (609) 448-1474 for any of these three classes.
Free Immigration Legal Clinic from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Register in person or by phone at (609) 448-1474 for a free 15-minute consultation with an immigration lawyer.
The Cranbury Recreation Commission will be sponsoring Tai Chi classes from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays through Jan. 10, 2017, at St. David’s Church on South Main Street. Tai Chi is an art that stresses slow breathing, balanced and relxed postures and absolute calmness of mind. Classes will be conducted by June Counterman, who has been teaching Tai Chi for more than 20 years and has studied with several Chinese Grand Masters, including the head of the Yang family. Fees are $40 for seniors and $65 for non-seniors. Contact the Cranbury Recreation Commission at 609-395-0900, ext. 243 for more information.
Wed., Nov. 30
Book Talk: “Rescuing the Revolution” will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Local author David Price will discuss his new book, “Rescuing the Revolution: Unsung Patriot Heroes and the Ten Crucial Days of America’s War for Independence.” The book offers a fresh perspective on the “10 crucial days” of the American Revolution and the exploits of nine men and one woman including Joseph Trumbell, Edward Hand, Charles Scott and the Mysterious Widow of Mount Holly who distinguished themselves in “the glorious cause.” Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Thurs., Dec. 1
Hightstown Borough will provide a free rabies clinic from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Hightstown First Aid Squad Building, 168 Bank St. in Hightstown. All pets must be on a leash or in a carrier. For more information, call the Health Department at 609-936-8400.
Conversational ESL class 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. Educator Beth Broder Epstein will teach 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.
Fri., Dec. 2
Friday Afternoon Movie: “Eye in the Sky” 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 Helen Mirren. Rated R; 102 minutes. A small snack will be served. No registration necessary.
Sat., Dec. 3
JEM Productions and Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor present “The Odd Couple,” starring Marshall Alter as Felix Unger and Carlos Cervantes as Oscar Madison. This play will keep you laughing as endearing slob Oscar Madison and neat-freak Felix Unger try to live together. Performances are Saturday Dec. 3, Dec. 10 and Dec. 17 at 8 p.m.; and Sunday Dec. 4, Dec. 11 and Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. at Beth El Synagogue. Tickets are available@ BrownPaperTickets.com or at the door. General admission is $30, senior and student admission is $25. Beth El Synagogue is located at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Sun., Dec. 4
Cranbury Historical & Preservation Society will have its Christmas Tea from 1 to 4 p.m. at Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place East, Cranbury. Enjoy refreshments, see the rooms of the museum beautifully decorated for Christmas and view the exhibit of 20th century jewelry.
Mon., Dec. 5
Beth El Synagogue of East Windsor will host a Hanukkah Holiday Hoopla and Book Club event at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy finding out about the Jewish Holiday, Hanukkah, through reading, practical experiential learning and holiday magic. All books, materials and snacks are included. Families must have a child age 3 through secondd grade to participate. All siblings are welcome. Children, come in your pajamas. RSVP to the Beth El Synagogue at 50 Maple Stream Road, East Windsor, NJ, 08520; 609-443-4454; www.bethel.net.
Make it Last: Get and Keep Your Legal Ducks in a Row will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. New Jersey Care Association will present a free seminar by local author and estate planning attorney Victor J. Medina who will teach you how to protect your retirement income, your home, savings and other assets; the truth about trusts as well as wills and power of attorney. Light refreshments. Call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Tues., Dec. 6
Gastrointestinal Health will be discussed at 10 a.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. Learn about gastritis, heartburn, ulcers, proper nutrition, balanced diet, liver and gall bladder issues from health educator Lessley Chiriboga, M.D. Call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
The Cranbury Recreation Commission will be sponsoring Tai Chi classes from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays starting today through Jan. 10, 2017, at St. David’s Church on South Main Street. Tai Chi is an art that stresses slow breathing, balanced and relxed postures and absolute calmness of mind. Classes will be conducted by June Counterman, who has been teaching Tai Chi for more than 20 years and has studied with several Chinese Grand Masters, including the head of the Yang family. Fees are $40 for seniors and $65 for non-seniors. Contact the Cranbury Recreation Commission at 609-395-0900, ext. 243 for more information.
Wed., Dec. 7
The Hickory Corner Book Discussion Group will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor. The group will be discussing “Destiny of the Republic” by Candice Millard. No registration necessary and new members are always welcome.
Thurs., Dec. 8
Conversational ESL class 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. Educator Beth Broder Epstein will teach 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.
“Stuffed Up and Can’t Breathe” will be held at 7 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. If you suffer from congestion, a stuffy nose, sinus or allergy issues, nasal blockage or post nasal drip, join us for this informative lecture presented by Michael Lupa, M.D, board certified otolaryngologist and rhinologist, and a member of the medical staff of Princeton HealthCare System. Learn about common sinus problems, including nasal blockage, nasal polyps and sinus infections, as well as treatment options. Call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
Fri., Dec. 9
Classic Hollywood Romance: On Screen and Off will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Road, East Windsor, N.J. Historian Walter Choroszewski takes us back to the roots of American cinema and its New Jersey connections. From the silent screen era through the Golden Age, Walter reviews some of the best romantic movies ever made — sharing stories about the on-screen celebrity couples and their off-screen love lives. He will also showcase Hollywood’s longest lasting marriages and contrast them with the shortest and most unusual romances as well. Sponsored by Friends of the Hickory Corner Library. Call the library to register at (609) 448-1330.
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 monetary donation for children of all ages at the police department, 3 Municipal Plaza. For 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].
