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Are you a middle schooler interested in programming? This is the perfect place for you to dive into the world of computer science! In this workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of Python, a programming language used in software engineering, game development, and more. At the end of the workshop, you will be able to use your programming skills to create a project of your own.

This workshop will be led by Jonathan, a sophomore attending Princeton High School. This workshop is designed for students with no coding experience or who have done block-based coding in the past. It will be held every Thursday from 4:30-5:30pm starting April 11th until May 16th. 

**It is highly encouraged for students to attend each week of the 6 weeks to get the most out of the workshops**

**Students are encouraged to bring their laptops from school as there are limited supply of laptops available**

Material will be most appropiate for grades 5-8.

Most workshops will meet in Meeting Room 1 +2, April 25th the group will meet in Meeting Room 3.

During the Town-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, April 27th, the Cranbury Public Library Foundation will be be having a BOOK SALE.

Materials will be available for purchase in Meeting Rooms 1&2, AND (weather-permitting) at the Cranbury Public Library Foundation table on Main Street by the old Cranbury Pizza.

All proceeds will go to support the Cranbury Public Library Foundation.

*At the request of the presenter, program participation will be limited to those who are age 14 and older.* 

Join us for an "April Showers Bring May Flowers" cookie decorating program!

 

Public speaking is a powerful way to build confidence by pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and facing your fears. In this program dedicated to honing public speaking skills, participants are provided with structured opportunities to practice and refine their speaking techniques, receive constructive feedback, and gradually build confidence in their ability to articulate ideas persuasively and convincingly.

This workshop is designed for Chilldren in Grades 4 through 8 and being taught by Speaking Solutions a local high school group from West Windsor- Plainsboro. 

Meeting Dates will be April 15, April 29th, May 13th, and May 20th starting at 3:30pm and going until 4:30pm. 

Located in Meeting Room 1 + 2

What is romantic love? For centuries, the mysteries of romantic love have been in the province of mystics, poets and philosophers experienced as intoxicating and illogical. Research now tells us that love is a survival mechanism. It’s both logical and functional. This talk on The New Science of Love and Romance will explore common myths and reveal what science tells us about romantic love’s purpose and function presented by Terri DiMatteo, LPC.

Speaker Bio:
Relationship and couple counselor Terri DiMatteo, LPC is the founder of Open Door Therapy. She helps individuals and couples repair and strengthen their romantic bonds. Her practice specialties include affair recovery and healing from narcissistic abuse. Terri has a blog and podcast, Lovebonds, both with worldwide reach. Her expertise in relationships has been featured in publications like New Jersey Brides Magazine, AskMen, PsychCentral, Newsweek, and the Princeton Perspective.

Located in Meeting Room 1 +2

Join us for an hour of gentle stretching, breath work, and meditation. This class is perfect for beginners or experienced  Please bring your own mat.
Beth Glasberg  has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. After studying the mind-body connection as part of her work as a behavior analyst, she decided she needed a deeper education in yoga. The more she learned, the more she fell in love. She became certified as a yoga instructor through the Yoga Renew program and joined the Yoga Alliance. Since then, Beth has been teaching both foundational and vinyasa flow classes regularly. She is also in the process of becoming certified to work with individuals who have suffered a trauma. She is passionate about using movement and breath to build strength, flexibility, balance, and peace, and committed to making the practice available to individuals of all fitness levels and backgrounds. When not on the mat, you can find Beth enjoying time with her family, visiting new places, or relaxing at the beach. inMotion Fitness is a boutique fitness studio located in Princeton, NJ.

I acknowledge this program involves bodily movement. By registering for this program I consent that I will not hold the Library or presenter liable for any injury that may result from participation in this program. This registration serves as my digital signature and acknowledgement of the above
Meeting Room 1&2

Are you a middle schooler interested in programming? This is the perfect place for you to dive into the world of computer science! In this workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of Python, a programming language used in software engineering, game development, and more. At the end of the workshop, you will be able to use your programming skills to create a project of your own.

This workshop will be led by Jonathan, a sophomore attending Princeton High School. This workshop is designed for students with no coding experience or who have done block-based coding in the past. It will be held every Thursday from 4:30-5:30pm starting April 11th until May 16th. 

**It is highly encouraged for students to attend each week of the 6 weeks to get the most out of the workshops**

**Students are encouraged to bring their laptops from school as there are limited supply of laptops available**

Material will be most appropiate for grades 5-8.

Most workshops will meet in Meeting Room 1 +2, April 25th the group will meet in Meeting Room 3.

Join us for an hour of gentle stretching, breath work, and meditation. This class is perfect for beginners or experienced  Please bring your own mat.
Beth Glasberg  has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. After studying the mind-body connection as part of her work as a behavior analyst, she decided she needed a deeper education in yoga. The more she learned, the more she fell in love. She became certified as a yoga instructor through the Yoga Renew program and joined the Yoga Alliance. Since then, Beth has been teaching both foundational and vinyasa flow classes regularly. She is also in the process of becoming certified to work with individuals who have suffered a trauma. She is passionate about using movement and breath to build strength, flexibility, balance, and peace, and committed to making the practice available to individuals of all fitness levels and backgrounds. When not on the mat, you can find Beth enjoying time with her family, visiting new places, or relaxing at the beach. inMotion Fitness is a boutique fitness studio located in Princeton, NJ.

I acknowledge this program involves bodily movement. By registering for this program I consent that I will not hold the Library or presenter liable for any injury that may result from participation in this program. This registration serves as my digital signature and acknowledgement of the above
Meeting Room 1&2

Join us for a beginner cell phone and internet class! Learn all about the uses of your phone, detect scams, and become more comfortable with your devices! This class and discussion is sponsored by the Gardens at Monroe and facilitated by Kat Verdi. Located in Meeting Room 1+2.

Are you a middle schooler interested in programming? This is the perfect place for you to dive into the world of computer science! In this workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of Python, a programming language used in software engineering, game development, and more. At the end of the workshop, you will be able to use your programming skills to create a project of your own.

This workshop will be led by Jonathan, a sophomore attending Princeton High School. This workshop is designed for students with no coding experience or who have done block-based coding in the past. It will be held every Thursday from 4:30-5:30pm starting April 11th until May 16th. 

**It is highly encouraged for students to attend each week of the 6 weeks to get the most out of the workshops**

**Students are encouraged to bring their laptops from school as there are limited supply of laptops available**

Material will be most appropiate for grades 5-8.

Most workshops will meet in Meeting Room 1 +2, April 25th the group will meet in Meeting Room 3.

Celebrate Asian American Pacific Heritage Month and learn to cook fresh Indian paranthas. Paranthas are easy-to-make, nutritious flatbreads. Paranthas can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner or simply with a cup of chai as a snack. Participants will learn about different flours, spices, and how to make tasty fillers so you can create your very own favorite paranthas!

Space is limited to Cranbury Public Library Cardholders. Registration Required.
This program has potential allergens.
Meeting Rooms 1&2

In this workshop, an expert shares how palliative care can provide an extra layer of support to help a loved one live well with a serious illness.

 

Presented by COYL, a program of the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute.

There are different types of caregivers and ALL are welcomed. This is a judgment free safe place to share, to learn and/or to just listen. It’s a place of love, empathy and respect. It is a place to share the triumphs, the challenges, the disappointments, the accomplishments or simply a place to vent and reset ourselves so we can carry on one day at a time. Stress - free, safe environment respectful of everybody's level of comfort and pace of engagement.

Kat welcomes you with open arms! Kat Verdi is a Certified Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Trainer. She serves as a sound referral resource for anyone caring for a loved one. Her mission are the “3E’s” - to Educate, Empower and Encourage caregivers.

This support group will take place in Meeting Room 3. 

Join us for the first Senior Social Hour! For our first meeting, we will be having a Super Duper Bingo Event! Win prizes, share stories, meet new people, and have a great time! 

Located in Meeting Room 1 + 2.

Facilitated by Kat Verdi and sponsored by The Gardens at Monroe.

Public speaking is a powerful way to build confidence by pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and facing your fears. In this program dedicated to honing public speaking skills, participants are provided with structured opportunities to practice and refine their speaking techniques, receive constructive feedback, and gradually build confidence in their ability to articulate ideas persuasively and convincingly.

This workshop is designed for Chilldren in Grades 4 through 8 and being taught by Speaking Solutions a local high school group from West Windsor- Plainsboro. 

Meeting Dates will be April 15, April 29th, May 13th, and May 20th starting at 3:30pm and going until 4:30pm. 

Located in Meeting Room 1 + 2

Meets the Second Tuesday of the month in Meeting Room 1. Video and discussion to follow. Copies of the Great Decisions Briefing Book available for checkout at the Cranbury Public Library.

Topics Include:

Mideast Realignment
Climate Technology and Competition
Science Across Borders
U.S. -China Trade Rivalry
NATO’s Future
Understanding Indonesia
High Seas Treaty
Pandemic Preparedness
 

Join us for an hour of gentle stretching, breath work, and meditation. This class is perfect for beginners or experienced  Please bring your own mat.
Beth Glasberg  has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. After studying the mind-body connection as part of her work as a behavior analyst, she decided she needed a deeper education in yoga. The more she learned, the more she fell in love. She became certified as a yoga instructor through the Yoga Renew program and joined the Yoga Alliance. Since then, Beth has been teaching both foundational and vinyasa flow classes regularly. She is also in the process of becoming certified to work with individuals who have suffered a trauma. She is passionate about using movement and breath to build strength, flexibility, balance, and peace, and committed to making the practice available to individuals of all fitness levels and backgrounds. When not on the mat, you can find Beth enjoying time with her family, visiting new places, or relaxing at the beach. inMotion Fitness is a boutique fitness studio located in Princeton, NJ.

I acknowledge this program involves bodily movement. By registering for this program I consent that I will not hold the Library or presenter liable for any injury that may result from participation in this program. This registration serves as my digital signature and acknowledgement of the above
Meeting Room 1&2

Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month in Meeting Room 3.

Upcoming 2024 Meetings:

 

Turning 65 or want to learn more about Medicare. This educational seminar will educate you on Medicare basics, important terminology, enrollment periods, plan types available and cost assistance. Medicare is not a one size fits all. Attending this educational seminar will allow you to understand "Medicare with Confidence."

Meeting Room 1