MercerMe Community Calendar:
Events happening in and around Hopewell Valley
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Spring Break Mini-camps
Mad Science One Day Camp - March 31 Musical Theatre Workshop - April 1 Sponsored by Hopewell Township Recreation Department
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Babytime w/ Miss Briana and MCL
Babytime w/ Miss Briana and MCL
Babytime w/ Miss Briana on Thursday, April 1, 10 - 10:30am. Get ready for simple stories, songs and fun with MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Suggested for children up to age 3. Registration with an email is required, so we can send you a link to connect through GoToMeeting. You will receive the link approximately 24 hours before […]
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge on Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2:30 PM Every week we will create a new LEGO challenge for you to create! Then we invite you to share a photo of your creation with us on social media. CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org https://www.facebook.com/mclsnj/
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Pennington Easter Egg Hunt
Pennington Easter Egg Hunt
For details, please see www.penningtonboro.org/recreation. Questions? Please contact Pennington Borough.
Spring Family Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
Spring Family Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
Stop by the Hightstown Branch during Spring Break for a Spring Family Scavenger Hunt in the park in front of the library. Search for clues and solve riddles to find the secret code. Once you solve the tenth riddle, you will receive a prize! Parents/guardians are encouraged to play along too! Suggested for ages 5-10, but open […]
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Children’s Author Study
Children’s Author Study
Children's Author Study on Mondays, April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2:30 - 3pm Join Mercer County Library and learn about a new children's author each week. You will learn facts about the author and take a fast look at books and series the author has written. In addition there may also be a related craft […]
Pajama Storytime
Pajama Storytime
Pajama Storytime on Mondays, April 5 & 19, 6:30 PM - 7pm MCLS' Youth Services Librarians share bedtime stories and soothing songs for children, ages 2-5. Watch Pajama Storytime on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
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Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz on Tuesdays, April 6, 13 & 27, 10am - 10:30am Learn English & Spanish through interactive children's activities led by MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Bilingual Storytime includes more than stories. Weekly videos include nursery rhymes, crafts, games, and more! Suggested for children, ages 2 and older. Aprendan inglés y español a través […]
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Feature on New Easy Non-Fiction & Easy Biographies
Feature on New Easy Non-Fiction & Easy Biographies
Feature on New Easy Non-Fiction & Easy Biographies on Wednesday, April 7, 10:30 AM - 11AM Check out what is new in our collection! MCLS' Youth Services Librarians share titles we've just gotten in -- available for you to check out. Watch Feature on New Books on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
STEAM Activity
STEAM Activity
STEAM Activity on Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM Each week a new STEAM project and instructions are available for you! MCLS' Youth Services Librarians demonstrate STEAM themed projects you can do at home. Watch STEAM Activity on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
Dennis Thomas’ Magical Spring Garden Bug Show
Dennis Thomas’ Magical Spring Garden Bug Show
Dennis Thomas' Magical Spring Garden Bug Show on Wednesday, April 7, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM In the Magical Spring Garden Bug Show we look and learn about some of the bugs we find in the garden. We'll learn what Grasshoppers like to eat, turn a Caterpillar into a Butterfly and look inside a Beehive in […]
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Babytime w/ Miss Cathy
Babytime w/ Miss Cathy
Babytime w/ Miss Cathy on Thursday, April 8, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Get ready for simple stories, songs and fun with MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Suggested for children up to age 3. Watch Babytime on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge on Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2:30 PM Every week we will create a new LEGO challenge for you to create! Then we invite you to share a photo of your creation with us on social media. CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org https://www.facebook.com/mclsnj/
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Storytime w/ Miss Chetna
Storytime w/ Miss Chetna
Storytime w/ Miss Chetna on Friday, April 9, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Join Miss Chetna for stories and songs! Watch Storytime on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
Middle Grade Book Club with MCL
Middle Grade Book Club with MCL
Join the Middle Grade Book Club on Friday, April 9, 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM. Watch Miss Melissa's video when it goes live at 3:30 p.m. to learn about this month's author and corresponding books s/he's written. Recommended for Grades 3 through 5. Watch Middle Grade Book Club on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff […]
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Music & Movement for Kids with MCL
Music & Movement for Kids with MCL
Join Music & Movement for Kids on Saturday, April 10, 17 & 24, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Music & Movement programs are guaranteed to get you up and moving along with MCLS' Youth Services Librarians! Suggested for toddlers, preschoolers and early elementary age children. Watch the Music & Movement series on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS […]
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“Create a…” Challenge
“Create a…” Challenge
Join the "Create a..." Challenge on Sundays, April 11, 18 & 25, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Do you have what it takes to design a unique craft using common household items? If so, you will love our weekly "Create a..." Challenge posted on MCL's Facebook and Twitter pages! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org https://www.facebook.com/mclsnj/
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Children’s Author Study
Children’s Author Study
Children's Author Study on Mondays, April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2:30 - 3pm Join Mercer County Library and learn about a new children's author each week. You will learn facts about the author and take a fast look at books and series the author has written. In addition there may also be a related craft […]
2 events,
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz on Tuesdays, April 6, 13 & 27, 10am - 10:30am Learn English & Spanish through interactive children's activities led by MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Bilingual Storytime includes more than stories. Weekly videos include nursery rhymes, crafts, games, and more! Suggested for children, ages 2 and older. Aprendan inglés y español a través […]
Pokémon Club with MCL
Pokémon Club with MCL
Pokémon Club on Tuesdays, April 13 & 27, 3:30 - 4pm Gotta catch 'em all! All Pokémon fans are invited to join MCLS Youth Services Librarians for crafts, games, cooking and more with a Pokemon twist. Watch Pokémon Club on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
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Feature on New Young Adult Fiction & Non-Fiction
Feature on New Young Adult Fiction & Non-Fiction
Check out what is new in our collection! MCLS' Youth Services Librarians share titles we've just gotten in -- available for you to check out. Feature on New Young Adult Fiction & Non-Fiction Wednesday, April 14, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Watch Feature on New Books on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
STEAM Activity
STEAM Activity
STEAM Activity on Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM Each week a new STEAM project and instructions are available for you! MCLS' Youth Services Librarians demonstrate STEAM themed projects you can do at home. Watch STEAM Activity on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
2 events,
Babytime w/ Miss Elena and MCL
Babytime w/ Miss Elena and MCL
Join Babytime w/ Miss Elena on Thursday, April 15, 10 - 10:30am Get ready for simple stories, songs and fun with MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Suggested for children up to age 3. Watch Babytime on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge on Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2:30 PM Every week we will create a new LEGO challenge for you to create! Then we invite you to share a photo of your creation with us on social media. CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org https://www.facebook.com/mclsnj/
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Storytime w/ Miss Jamie
Storytime w/ Miss Jamie
Join Miss Jamie Friday, April 16, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM for stories and songs about plants and Earth Day! Watch Storytime on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
Harry Potter Palooza with MCL
Harry Potter Palooza with MCL
Calling all Harry Potter fans! MCLS Youth Services Librarians put a Harry Potter twist on trivia, crafts, and more. Check out this week's video to see what Harry Potter themed activity awaits! Harry Potter Palooza Friday, April 16, 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Watch Harry Potter Palooza on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff […]
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Music & Movement for Kids with MCL
Music & Movement for Kids with MCL
Join Music & Movement for Kids on Saturday, April 10, 17 & 24, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Music & Movement programs are guaranteed to get you up and moving along with MCLS' Youth Services Librarians! Suggested for toddlers, preschoolers and early elementary age children. Watch the Music & Movement series on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS […]
1 event,
“Create a…” Challenge
“Create a…” Challenge
Join the "Create a..." Challenge on Sundays, April 11, 18 & 25, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Do you have what it takes to design a unique craft using common household items? If so, you will love our weekly "Create a..." Challenge posted on MCL's Facebook and Twitter pages! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org https://www.facebook.com/mclsnj/
2 events,
Children’s Author Study
Children’s Author Study
Children's Author Study on Mondays, April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2:30 - 3pm Join Mercer County Library and learn about a new children's author each week. You will learn facts about the author and take a fast look at books and series the author has written. In addition there may also be a related craft […]
Pajama Storytime
Pajama Storytime
Pajama Storytime on Mondays, April 5 & 19, 6:30 PM - 7pm MCLS' Youth Services Librarians share bedtime stories and soothing songs for children, ages 2-5. Watch Pajama Storytime on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
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HV Green Week – How to Plant and Care for Lemon Trees (kid-friendly)
HV Green Week – How to Plant and Care for Lemon Trees (kid-friendly)
How to Plant and Care for Lemon Trees (kid-friendly) Tuesday, April 20, 4-4:30 pm TMS Green Team member Gerise Kelly will share how to plant and take care of lemon trees. Registration
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz on Tuesdays, April 6, 13 & 27, 10am - 10:30am Learn English & Spanish through interactive children's activities led by MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Bilingual Storytime includes more than stories. Weekly videos include nursery rhymes, crafts, games, and more! Suggested for children, ages 2 and older. Aprendan inglés y español a través […]
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Diana
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Diana
Learn English & Spanish through interactive children's activities led by MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Bilingual Storytime includes more than stories. Weekly videos include nursery rhymes, crafts, games, and more! Suggested for children, ages 2 and older. Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Diana Tuesday, April 20, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Aprendan inglés y español a través de […]
5 events,
Feature on New Juvenile Fiction with MCL
Feature on New Juvenile Fiction with MCL
Check out what is new in our collection! MCLS' Youth Services Librarians share titles we've just gotten in -- available for you to check out. Feature on New Juvenile Fiction Wednesday, April 21, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Watch Feature on New Books on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
STEAM Activity
STEAM Activity
STEAM Activity on Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM Each week a new STEAM project and instructions are available for you! MCLS' Youth Services Librarians demonstrate STEAM themed projects you can do at home. Watch STEAM Activity on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
HV Green Week – Timberlane Middle School Science Fair Awards
HV Green Week – Timberlane Middle School Science Fair Awards
Timberlane Middle School Science Fair Awards Wednesday, April 21, 3-3:30 pm This event includes a presentation of awards for TMS science fair winners. Registration will be available soon
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Babytime w/ Miss Chetna and MCL
Babytime w/ Miss Chetna and MCL
Babytime w/ Miss Chetna on Thursday, April 22, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Get ready for simple stories, songs and fun with MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Suggested for children up to age 3. Watch Babytime on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge on Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2:30 PM Every week we will create a new LEGO challenge for you to create! Then we invite you to share a photo of your creation with us on social media. CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org https://www.facebook.com/mclsnj/
HV Green Week – Microplastic Madness (kid-friendly)
HV Green Week – Microplastic Madness (kid-friendly)
Microplastic Madness (kid-friendly) Thursday, April 22, 3-5 pm Microplastic Madness is the story of 56 fifth graders from P.S. 15 in Red Hook, Brooklyn - living on the frontline of the climate crisis - whose actions on plastic pollution morph into extraordinary leadership and scalable victories. With stop-motion animation, heartfelt kid commentary, and interviews of […]
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Storytime w/ Miss Lauren
Storytime w/ Miss Lauren
Join Miss Lauren for stories and songs about pets! Storytime w/ Miss Lauren Friday, April 23, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Watch Storytime on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
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HV Green Week – FoHVOS: Introduction to Hopewell Valley Ecology with Mark Manning and Dr. Mike Van Clef (kid-friendly)
HV Green Week – FoHVOS: Introduction to Hopewell Valley Ecology with Mark Manning and Dr. Mike Van Clef (kid-friendly)
FoHVOS: Introduction to Hopewell Valley Ecology with Mark Manning and Dr. Mike Van Clef (kid-friendly) Socially distant event at the Mount Rose Preserve, 350 Carter Road, Princeton Saturday, April 24, 8:30-11 am Join HVCHS Teacher Mark Manning and FoHVOS Stewardship Director Dr. Mike Van Clef for a guided nature hike introducing the flora, fauna, and […]
Music & Movement for Kids with MCL
Music & Movement for Kids with MCL
Join Music & Movement for Kids on Saturday, April 10, 17 & 24, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Music & Movement programs are guaranteed to get you up and moving along with MCLS' Youth Services Librarians! Suggested for toddlers, preschoolers and early elementary age children. Watch the Music & Movement series on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS […]
1 event,
“Create a…” Challenge
“Create a…” Challenge
Join the "Create a..." Challenge on Sundays, April 11, 18 & 25, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Do you have what it takes to design a unique craft using common household items? If so, you will love our weekly "Create a..." Challenge posted on MCL's Facebook and Twitter pages! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org https://www.facebook.com/mclsnj/
1 event,
Children’s Author Study
Children’s Author Study
Children's Author Study on Mondays, April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2:30 - 3pm Join Mercer County Library and learn about a new children's author each week. You will learn facts about the author and take a fast look at books and series the author has written. In addition there may also be a related craft […]
2 events,
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz
Bilingual Storytime w/ Miss Liz on Tuesdays, April 6, 13 & 27, 10am - 10:30am Learn English & Spanish through interactive children's activities led by MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Bilingual Storytime includes more than stories. Weekly videos include nursery rhymes, crafts, games, and more! Suggested for children, ages 2 and older. Aprendan inglés y español a través […]
Pokémon Club with MCL
Pokémon Club with MCL
Pokémon Club on Tuesdays, April 13 & 27, 3:30 - 4pm Gotta catch 'em all! All Pokémon fans are invited to join MCLS Youth Services Librarians for crafts, games, cooking and more with a Pokemon twist. Watch Pokémon Club on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
2 events,
Feature on New Juvenile Graphic Novels
Feature on New Juvenile Graphic Novels
Check out what is new in our collection! MCLS' Youth Services Librarians share titles we've just gotten in -- available for you to check out. Feature on New Juvenile Graphic Novels Wednesday, April 28, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Watch Feature on New Books on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
STEAM Activity
STEAM Activity
STEAM Activity on Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM Each week a new STEAM project and instructions are available for you! MCLS' Youth Services Librarians demonstrate STEAM themed projects you can do at home. Watch STEAM Activity on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
2 events,
Babytime w/ Miss Jen and MCL
Babytime w/ Miss Jen and MCL
Get ready for simple stories, songs and fun with MCLS' Youth Services Librarians. Suggested for children up to age 3. Babytime w/ Miss Jen Thursday, April 29, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Watch Babytime on MCLS' YouTube channel! CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge
LEGO® Challenge on Thursdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2:30 PM Every week we will create a new LEGO challenge for you to create! Then we invite you to share a photo of your creation with us on social media. CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org https://www.facebook.com/mclsnj/
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Storytime w/ Miss Briana and MCL
Storytime w/ Miss Briana and MCL
Join Miss Briana for stories and songs. Storytime w/ Miss Briana Friday, April 30, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Registration with an email is required, so we can send you a link to connect through GoToMeeting. You will receive the link approximately 24 hours before the program. CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org