Wednesday, Dec. 11
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.
Friday, Dec. 13
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, Dec. 14
Chess Club: All ages. 2 to 3 p.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. New and experienced players are invited to the library for a game of chess. The library staff will provide chess board but participants may bring their own. No registration required.
Sunday, Dec. 15
The Mount Laurel Historical Society 2024 Holiday Open House: All ages. 4 to 7 p.m. at Farmers’ Hall, located at the intersection of Hainesport Road and Mount Laurel Road. The Mount Laurel Garden Club will once again be decorating for this event. This year’s theme is “Sounds of Music.” No registration required.
Monday, Dec. 16
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, Dec. 17
Toddler Storytime: 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.
Arts and crafts for adults with disabilities: Ages 18 years and up. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Mount Laurel Library. Join the library staff for a fun arts and crafts class designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This class may be using materials such as clay and paint, so participants should wear appropriate clothing. Registration is required at www.mtlaurel.lib.nj.us. (register participants only; no need to register caregivers). Those interested should note that the library does not provide respite care; caregivers are required to stay with adults who need them. Adults who do not require a caregiver are also welcome to attend.
Mahjong: 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.