Wednesday, Oct. 8
Preschool Story Time: Ages 3 to 5 years. 10:30 to 11:30 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 & Crochet Afternoon Meetup: For 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: For 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, Oct. 9
Tumblin’ Tots: Ages 3 to 5 years. 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Join Miss Amy of Tumblin’ Tots for a fun and energetic movement class. Registration with a current Mount Laurel Library card is required at www.mtlaurel.lib.nj.us.
Tots Art Time: For ages 18 months to 3 years. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. This event is an art class for the kids to enjoy with their parents and caregivers. Registration with a current Mount Laurel Library card is required at www.mtlaurel.lib.nj.us.
Tumblin’ Tots: Ages 3 to 5 years. 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Join Miss Amy of Tumblin’ Tots for a fun and energetic movement class. Registration with a current Mount Laurel Library card is required at www.mtlaurel.lib.nj.us.
Friday, Oct. 10
Baby & Me Meetup: For newborns to 18 months. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Mount Library. Join in for an informal, unstructured meetup for caregivers of babies. Parents and caregivers may bring a coffee and snacks while they chat with other caregivers. The library will provide developmentally appropriate toys and books to play with. No registration required.
La Hora del Cuento en Español: Ages 2 to 5 years. 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.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: For 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, Oct. 11
Family Story Time: For age groups from 18 months to 10 years. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Join the library staff every other Saturday for stories, songs, and more as we explore new books from their collection. This story time helps kids build early literacy skills and a love of reading. No registration required. Participants are also invited to join the staff after story time for playtime, a craft, and gardening (weather-dependent).
Monday, Oct. 13
Mount Laurel Township municipal offices and other facilities will be closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day.
Tuesday, Oct. 14
Toddler Story Time: For ages 18 months to 3 years. 10:30 to 11:30 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.
Mahjong: For ages 18 years and up. 1 to 4 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Mahjong is a popular tile-based game of strategy and skill. Some experience is recommended for this event. Participants may bring a National Mahjong League 2023 card and a mahjong set. No registration required.
