Earth Day

Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day on April 22 and throughout the whole week at MCLS. Join us for events including nature activities, crafts, and learning about different ways to take care our planet. Below are some book recommendations as well. Events For Adults 2025 TRASHEDart Contest ReceptionTuesday, April 22, 2025, 6:30 pmLawrence Branch How to Create a Pollinator … Read more

Part-Time Library Assistant, Twin Rivers Branch

This is a 19 hour per week position that will include both evenings, day shifts, and Saturday shifts. The successful candidate will possess excellent customer service skills, in order to provide outstanding service to a diverse public.  Candidates should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, willing to be part of a team environment, and able to follow policies … Read more

National Library Week

National Library Week

Join Mercer County Library System as we celebrate National Library Week (NLW) April 6th through April 12th with this year’s theme: Drawn to the Library! Consider what has drawn you to the library—whether it’s exciting programs, services and perks the library offers, community connections, or a quiet place to reflect and learn. Share Your Story! … Read more

Women’s History Month

Women’s History Month

From craft sessions to conversations highlighting women’s contributions to civil rights, literature, and science, we have activities for all ages. Enjoy movie screenings, poetry readings, and hands-on events designed to showcase the lasting impact women have made throughout history. Be sure to also explore our American Women’s History database, featuring biographies, historical documents, videos, and … Read more

Full Time Youth Services, Librarian 1/Library Associate, Hickory Corner Branch

This is a full time (35 hours per week) position normally requiring one evening per week (presently Mondays) and alternate Saturdays; however, schedules may occasionally require flexibility depending on programming needs. The Hickory Corner Branch is open Sundays during the school year and four of the County-observed holidays; applicants must be available to work on … Read more

Together We Read

Together We Read

Together We Read is a Digital Book Club for participating libraries in the United States. During this two-week program, there will be no waitlists and no holds for the selected title.

NJ Makers Day

NJ Makers Day

The 11th Annual New Jersey Makers Day will be March 21-23, 2025. Started with an initial grant from LibraryLinkNJ, the mission of New Jersey Makers Day is to inspire and activate libraries to showcase and highlight STEM and maker culture, enhancing life-long learning. Check out the STEM resources we have available online at MCLS at … Read more

Call for Poems

Call for Poems

Attention Mercer County Poets! We’re looking for poets to submit and share your own work or a favorite published poem.

Irish Heritage Month & St. Patrick’s Day

Irish Heritage Month & St. Patrick’s Day

Kids and families can join in for scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, and story times to celebrate the Irish spirit. For Kids Crafternoon: Make a Pot of GoldSaturday, March 8, 2025, 12:00 pmMonday, March 10, 2025, 4:00 pmTuesday, March 11, 2025, 4:00 pmHopewell Branch Leprechaun Trap CraftMonday, March 10, 2025, 4:00 pmEwing Branch St. Patrick’s Day BingoTuesday, … Read more