Wednesday, October 23
Preschool Storytime: Ages 3 to 5 years. 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Join in for stories, song, and rhymes with a new theme explored every week. This story time helps kids build early literacy skills and a love of reading. Registration is required at www.mtlaurel.lib.nj.us.
Knit and Crochet Meetup: Ages 18 years and up. 1 to 3 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Like to knit or crotchet? Join this friendly group. Beginners to experts are welcome to attend. Participants must bring their own materials. No registration required.
Tai Chi for Health: Ages 18 years and up. 4 to 5 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Certified instructor Bob Stanton teaches tai chi, a gentle exercise that can improve muscle tone, flexibility, and coordination. This class can be done seated or standing. Registration is required at www.mtlaurel.lib.nj.us.
ESL Conversation Class with NJ Literacy: Ages 18 years and up. 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. This ESL class is for upper level beginner to lower level intermediate learners. Visit www.literacynj.org/burlington-student-application to apply. Applicants will be contacted and placed in an appropriate class for their learning level.
Thursday, October 24
Friends of the Mount Laurel Library’s Book and Media sale: 12 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Friends of the Mount Laurel Library book and media sale. This event is open to the public.
Friday, October 25
Friends of the Mount Laurel Library’s Book and Media sale: 12 to 4 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Friends of the Mount Laurel Library book and media sale. This event is open to the public.
Knit & Crochet Afternoon Meetup: Ages 18 years and up. 1 to 3 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Like to knit or crotchet? Join this friendly group. Beginners to experts are welcome to attend. Participants must bring their own materials. No registration required.
Saturday, October 26
Friends of the Mount Laurel Library’s Book and Media sale: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Friends of the Mount Laurel Library book and media sale. This event is open to the public.
Family Storytime: Ages 18 month to 10 years. 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Join in every other Saturday for stories, songs, and rhymes. This story time helps kids build early literacy skills and a passion for reading. Interested participants should note that this program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Those interested must plan to attend and be engaged with their child for this program. Drop-offs are not permitted. No registration required.
Monday, October 28
Move and Groove: Ages 18 months to 5 years. 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Join in for this weekly outdoor event where participants will be able to celebrate music through rhymes, songs, and dance-alongs. This program will give kids a chance to learn new dance moves and get active. No registration required.
Knit & Crochet Evening Meetup: Ages 18 years and up. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Like to knit or crotchet? Join this friendly group. Beginners to experts are welcome to attend. Participants must bring their own materials. No registration required.
Tuesday, October 29
Toddler Storytime: Ages 18 months to 3 years. 10 to 10:30 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library – Meeting Room 2. Residents are invited for stories, songs, rhymes, and a take-home craft or coloring page as a new theme is explored every week. This story time will help kids build early literacy skills and a love of reading. Check the library’s events calendar for updates.
Mah Jong: Ages 18 years and up. 1 to 4 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Mahjong is a popular tile-based game of strategy, skill, and luck. Some experience recommended. No registration required.
Scrabble Club: Ages 18 years and up. 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Beginners, experts, and all word game enthusiasts are invited to join the library staff for a fun evening. Research shows that Scrabble keeps the brain stimulated and engaged, expands vocabulary, and even improves players moods. Scrabble boards, scoring materials, and a dictionary will be provided. Participants may bring friends or make new friends at the event. Participants will play in groups of up to four people. No registration required.
