Wednesday, April 23
Preschool Story Time: 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.
Alice in Wonderland Tea Party: Ages 10 to 18 years. 12 to 3 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Residents are invited to join the library in the meeting rooms for Alice in Wonderland themed games, snacks and fun: Flamingo croquet, a Mad Hatter Card Toss, the Cheshire Cat Selfie Station and more. No registration required.
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.
Friday, April 25
La Hora del Cuento en Español: Ages 2 to 5 years. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Join the library to enjoy Spanish Story Time and learn through the imitation of songs, verses, and games while the class immerses in a new culture and language. This program will contribute to the integral development of children, cultivating the growth of imagination and meaningful exploration.
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.
Monday, April 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.
Math Tutoring Session: Ages 5 to 10 years. 4 to 5 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Fellow Mount Laurel 8th grader Vedh P. is hosting a series of free math tutoring sessions for children ages 5-10 years in the “Teen Space” as a school Leadership Project. Participants should bring any math work they are having issues with or would like further help in understanding. Registration required at www.mtlaurel.lib.nj.us.
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.
Music – Duke Ellington Birthday Party: Adults 18 years and up. 7 to 8 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. In honor of the jazz maestro’s April 29 birthday, participants in this event will listen to highlights of the two thousand compositions from his fifty-year career. Hosted by Paul Howe. Registration is required at www.mtlaurel.lib.nj.us. After registering, participants will receive a Zoom link before the event.
Tuesday, April 29
Toddler Story Time: Ages 18 months to 3 years. 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. 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. No registration required. Check the library’s events calendar for updates.
