Sat., Sept. 24
Kids Karate Class Demo from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 3-12 can learn basic karate moves with Master Brooks from CMBKarate. Registration not required.
Sun., Sept. 25
An interfaith dialogue on the message of Bishop Pierre Claverie will be held at 7 p.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 251 Franklin St., Hightstown. Religious and lay speakers will include the Rev. Patrick McDonnell, Lenore Islieb, Imam Sohaib Sultan, Jana Hussain, Rabbi Eric Wisnia and Anne Berman Waldorf. The event is sponsored by the St. Anthony Social Justice Committee.
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., Sept. 26
Preschool Art Class with Mrs. Mehta from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Children ages 2-6 will learn drawing & painting techniques from local art instructor Mrs. Mehta. Registration not required.
Paint & Pencil Family Art with Miss Barbara from 6:30 to 7:30 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). No registration necessary.
Tues., Sept. 27
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield’s Blue to You Van is coming to the Hickory Corner Branch, Mercer County Library System, 138 Hickory Corner Drive, East Windsor from 10 a.m. to noon. Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey will provide information about all aspects of healthcare including Medicare, NJ Family Care and the Affordable Care Act. Stop by and have a health professional check your cholesterol and glucose levels. You do not have to be a member of BCBS to take advantage of these free screenings. No appointment necessary.
Fiesta Story Time at 10:30 a.m. at the Plumsted branch of the Ocean County Library, 119 Evergreen Road, New Egypt. Join us for stories, songs, and a special craft. Ages 4-6. Please stop in, call the branch at 609-758-7888, or check our website www.theoceancountylibrary.org to register and find out about all of our monthly programs.
Wed., Sept. 28
The Camden-Amboy Railroad in History, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hightstown Memorial Library, 114 Franklin St. in Hightstown. Join us for a talk about a key part of Hightstown history. John Kilbride will provide an overview of the northern portion of the railroad extending from Bordentown to South Amboy, including the Trenton to New Brunswick route and Princeton branch. John currently serves as president of the Camden & Amboy Rairoad Historical Society. Register at www.mcl.org.
Color Me Calm at 6:30 p.m. Come to the library to “color away” your stress. We’ll provide all materials and refreshments to enjoy while you relax with your neighbors and unwind. The Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury.
The 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 discuss “The Last Painting of Sara de Vos” by Dominic Smith. No registration in necessary and new members are always welcome.
Thurs., Sept. 29
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, certified fitness instructor, will incorporate music while focusing on balance, posture, mobility and strength. Space is limited. Register at www.mcl.org.
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., Sept. 30
“Who Kidnapped the Lindbergh Baby?” presentation at 7 p.m. Join New Jersey author Jim Davidson for a discussion on the many theories of who kidnapped the Lindbergh baby. The Cranbury Public Library, 23 N. Main, Cranbury.
Friday Afternoon Movie: “I Saw The Light” 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 Tom Hiddleston. Rated R; 124 minutes. A small snack will be served. No registration necessary.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 lrobinson@monroetwppolice.org; or Officer Wesley Panckeri at 732-521-0222, ext. 210 or email wpanckeri@monroetwppolice.org.
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. For children ages 12-24 months with a caregiver stay and play.
