Library Events

For ages 18-36 months and caregiver.

Explore early science, technology, math or engineering topics through literature and hands-on experimentation. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. 

Looking for something to read or add to your reading list? Library staff will present and recommend a variety of titles pertaining to a different topic each month, both new and old titles. September’s theme will be Getting Schooled. Light refreshments provided.

Register at the Welcome Desk.

Find Your Joy and Run With It^TM
Join two-time cancer survivor motivation and positivity coach Rosie Mankes as she shares:

• How to live a purposeful, meaningful life every day
• How to overcome adversity
• Wake up to a new YOU each morning

Register at the Welcome Desk.

An introduction to rhymes and songs for children ages 18-36 months and caregiver. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis; please take a number at the Youth Services Desk when you enter the building. Registration is not required.

Come socialize with needleworkers of all types and skill levels.  Share tips, patterns and ideas. Bring your own supplies. Drop in anytime between 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM.

For ages 3-5. Explore early science, technology, math or engineering topics through literature and hands-on experimentation. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. 

Magnolia Gifts - Jewelry, handbags, wine totes, body products and more! Made in the USA!
Cash and carry. Credit cards and cash accepted.

The Monroe Township Library Foundation provides Pop-Up Shop rental space on select Saturdays between 10:00am and 4:00pm. Local residents with their own direct sales businesses (LuLaRoe, Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, Rodan & Fields, crafters, e.g.) should visit one of our service desks or our website for an application to rent the Pop-Up Shop space at the Library.

The college landscape has changed over the last several decades. With the increasing cost of tuition and admissions criteria more competitive than ever, the prospect of planning for higher education may seem daunting. The key to developing a strategy is to understand the options available. Join us for an informative seminar to learn:

• Integrating education planning into your overall financial strategy
• Education funding options: borrowing versus saving
• Tax-advantaged education planning solutions
• What’s changed in college admissions
• What colleges really look for in an applicant
• Ways to stand out in the college admissions process

Financial advisors Jeremy Faberlle and Adewale Akinrinde of Merrill Lynch and Certified Educational Planner Laurie Kopp Weingarten of One-Stop College Counseling will present.
Registration is not required.

Live performance by harpist Michele Mountain.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Registration is not required.

For ages 2-4. Storytime followed by free play. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required.

Drop in with your electronic device to get personalized help from a Librarian. Bring your charged and registered device, and all necessary passwords. First come, first served.
 

For ages 5 & up.

Enjoy open play with LEGOs. No registration required.

Learn how to get started using this easy-to-use, programmable electronics board. If you’ve already learned the basics come and practice making circuits.
Open to ages 9 - 18.
 

For ages 7 & up. An American Girl themed party with games and crafts. Feel free to bring your own doll, or check out one of the Library's. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required.

A musical event for infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Come sing, dance and have fun! Registration is not required.

Come and join our group of Roblox players. 
Open to ages 9 - 18.
 

Presented by Michael Salum of Senior Advisors. Learn:

• 5 biggest mistakes made by Medicare beneficiaries
• What’s changed in 2019
• Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage plans
• Medicare supplement policies
• Medicare prescription programs (Part D)
• Proposed changes to Medicare in the future

Register at the Welcome Desk.

An alternative to daytime storytime. For ages 3-5. Registration is not required.

Music, Movies, Books, Pop Culture and more!

Ages 12 and up.