Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch

Canasta combines elements of bridge and rummy, and can be played with two teams of two players. It requires strategy, critical thinking, and quick decision-making. Open to players of all levels with a basic understanding of game play. Join us for great fun and conversation.
<a href="https://events.mcl.org/event/17695008" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is requested</a>.

Local Event: Canasta Meet-Up

Mercer County

Hopewell-Pennington

New Jersey

Canasta Meet-Up

Canasta combines elements of bridge and rummy, and can be played with two teams of two players. It requires strategy, critical...

Dig into refreshing sips and tasty bites! Each month, we'll pair a mocktail with an accompanying snack. This month's delectable pairing: Warm Apple Cranberry Mulled Cider &amp; Baked Brie with Honey &amp; Nuts. Join us to unearth your new favorite mocktail pairing! All attendees will have the chance to sample our pairing and leave with copies of the recipes.
Space is limited; <a href="https://events.mcl.org/event/17122107" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">registration is required</a>.

Local Event: Mocktails & Munchies: Warm Apple Cranberry Mulled Cider & Baked Brie with Honey & Nuts

Mocktails & Munchies: Warm Apple Cranberry...

Dig into refreshing sips and tasty bites! Each month, we'll pair a mocktail with an accompanying snack. This month's delectable...

Mocktails & Munchies: Warm Apple Cranberry Mulled Cider & Baked Brie with Honey & Nuts

Open for players of all levels with a basic understanding of American Mah Jongg game play. Players use the most recent National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card and rules.
<a href="https://events.mcl.org/event/17695028" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is requested</a>.

Local Event: Tiles on Tuesday: American Mah Jongg

Tiles on Tuesday: American Mah Jongg

Open for players of all levels with a basic understanding of American Mah Jongg game play. Players use the most recent National...

Join us for Cribbage &amp; Coffee! Boards, pegs, cards will be provided. Bring your own coffee (or beverage of choice)!
Registration is not required.

Local Event: Cribbage & Coffee

Cribbage & Coffee

Join us for Cribbage & Coffee! Boards, pegs, cards will be provided. Bring your own coffee (or beverage of...

This is a fun and non-judgmental conversation circle for anyone who wants to practice their English speaking skills! We will talk about our lives, our interests, and anything else we feel like discussing in this safe and relaxed group. No materials are required.
This conversation group is led by librarian Paula, a former English Language Learning instructor at Mercer County Community College.
<a href="https://events.mcl.org/event/17602487" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is requested</a>.

Local Event: English Conversation Circle

English Conversation Circle

This is a fun and non-judgmental conversation circle for anyone who wants to practice their English speaking skills! We will...

Queer Reads is an LGBTQIA+ reading and conversation circle for adults interested in exploring queer literature in a welcoming community setting. Each month, participants choose from a selection of books or suggest a title of their own. Come share thoughts, exchange recommendations, and discover what others are reading. Participants get first pick of the next month’s selections.
<a href="https://events.mcl.org/event/17789064" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is requested</a>.

Local Event: Queer Reads

Queer Reads

Queer Reads is an LGBTQIA+ reading and conversation circle for adults interested in exploring queer literature in a welcoming...

Using materials supplied, create a beautiful, festive paper bag leaf garland – a unique gift for a friend -- or yourself!
Space is limited; <a href="https://events.mcl.org/event/17727660" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">registration is required</a>.

Local Event: Adult Craft: Paper Bag Leaf Garland

Adult Craft: Paper Bag Leaf Garland

Using materials supplied, create a beautiful, festive paper bag leaf garland – a unique gift for a friend -- or yourself!
Space...

The short story -- short in length, but full of content! Join our discussion group, which focuses on the short story. This month we'll read Joseph Bruchac's short stories, "Going Home," "The Next to the Last of the Mohegans," and "Notes of a Translator's Son." Copies of the stories are available at the Hopewell Branch Reference Desk.
No registration is necessary.

Local Event: The Short of It: Joseph Bruchac

The Short of It: Joseph Bruchac

The short story -- short in length, but full of content! Join our discussion group, which focuses on the short story.  This...

Join fellow wordsmiths for a fun and&nbsp;challenging game of Scrabble!&nbsp; Scrabble Dictionary Seventh Edition will be our ultimate arbiter.
<a href="https://events.mcl.org/event/17695013" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Registration is requested</a>.

Local Event: Scrabble Meet-up

Scrabble Meet-up

Join fellow wordsmiths for a fun and challenging game of Scrabble!  Scrabble Dictionary Seventh Edition will be our ultimate...

All are welcome to discuss <a href="https://merl.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/mcl/search/results?qu=&amp;qu=TITLE%3DYesteryear+&amp;qu=AUTHOR%3Dcaro+&amp;h=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Yesteryear</a> by Caro Claire Burke. Copies are available at the Hopewell Branch circulation desk.
No registration is necessary.

Local Event: Monday Afternoon Book Club

Monday Afternoon Book Club

All are welcome to discuss Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke. Copies are available at the Hopewell Branch circulation desk.
No...

Join us for a book club with a sports twist. Each month, we discuss a book revolving around a sport, an athlete, a team, or a league. If the book is related to sports, it's fair game! All are welcome to discuss this month's read <a href="https://merl.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/mcl/search/results?qu=&amp;qu=TITLE%3DThe+Girls+Who+Beat+the+Odds+&amp;qu=AUTHOR%3DMaria+Eder+&amp;h=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Girls Who Beat the Odds</a> by Maria Eder. Copies of this month’s book are available at the Hopewell Branch.
No registration is necessary.

Local Event: Sports Book Club

Sports Book Club

Join us for a book club with a sports twist.  Each month, we discuss a book revolving around a sport, an athlete, a team, or a...

Join us in reading and discussing works of fiction or non-fiction having to do with gardening, plants, nature, or the land. All are welcome to discuss this month's book, <a href="https://merl.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/mcl/search/results?qu=&amp;qu=TITLE%3DSecret+Life+of+a+Cemetery%3A+The+Wild+Nature+and+Enchanting+Lore+of+P%C3%A8re-Lachaise+&amp;qu=AUTHOR%3Dbenoit+&amp;h=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Secret Life of a Cemetery: The Wild Nature and Enchanting Lore of Père-Lachaise</a> by Benoît Gallot.
No registration is necessary.

Local Event: Gardening Book Group

Gardening Book Group

Join us in reading and discussing works of fiction or non-fiction having to do with gardening, plants, nature, or the land. All...

Hopewell Branch Library

Jamie Gatlin

New York City Metropolitan Area

Sarah Salvadore

Lawrenceville

Princeton

Bucks County

Dino Ciliberti

Philadelphia Metropolitan Area

Yardley

Pennsylvania

West Windsor

Jeff Werner

New Hope-Lambertville

Newtown

Somerset County

Alexis Tarrazi

Hillsborough

East Windsor

Middlesex County

South Brunswick

Hunterdon County

Flemington

Phillips' Mill Community Association

Phillips' Mill presents a special evening with celebrated arts journalist, author, and quilt expert Meg Cox, a former culture reporter for 17 years at The Wall Street Journal. In her visually rich presentation, Meg will cover the history of art quilts and the people and institutions that collect them. She will share tips from prominent collectors and examples of works by pioneering art quilters and current rising stars. These are not your traditional bed quilts!&nbsp;
Meg serves on the Exhibitions Committee of the International Quilt Museum, is a past president of the nonprofit Quilt Alliance,&nbsp;is a staff writer for Quiltfolk
magazine and author of multiple books including The Quilter’s Catalog: A Comprehensive Resource Guide. She writes the wildly popular monthly newsletter, Quilt Journalist Tells All.
Before and after the event, browse the Mill’s newest exhibition,&nbsp;"Art Quilters Celebrate Independence," featuring 39 art quilts celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by artists of Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) of Pennsylvania, many of which are for sale.&nbsp;
November 17, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $20 general admission, $10 for Phillips' Mill Members. Purchase tickets and learn more about the exhibition at phillipsmill.org. 
Phillips’ Mill Community Association, 2619 River Rd. New Hope, PA. Questions? Email artquilt@phillipsmill.org.

Local Event: Art Quilts: An Introduction for Art Lovers + Collectors with Meg Cox

Art Quilts: An Introduction for Art Lovers +...

Phillips' Mill presents a special evening with celebrated arts journalist, author, and quilt expert Meg Cox, a former culture...

Art Quilts: An Introduction for Art Lovers + Collectors with Meg Cox

Celebrate the season with us on Saturday, December 5th from 11am–3pm at our Photos with Santa event! Your $20 registration secures a private time slot with Santa, complete with cookies, hot cocoa, and a professional digital family photo to capture the holiday magic.
It’s the most convenient holiday photo experience around. Skip the long mall lines, enjoy quality time with the big guy, and get right back to your shopping and family fun.
Every dollar raised goes directly to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bucks County, and while the base donation is $20, we welcome any extra support for this incredible cause.
Spots fill quickly. Register today using the link below!

Local Event: Photos with Santa

Doylestown

Photos with Santa

Celebrate the season with us on Saturday, December 5th from 11am–3pm at our Photos with Santa event! Your $20 registration...

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Canasta Meet-Up

NOV

9

10:00 AM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Mocktails & Munchies: Warm Apple Cranberry Mulled Cider & Baked Brie with Honey & Nuts

NOV

9

2:00 PM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Tiles on Tuesday: American Mah Jongg

NOV

10

6:00 PM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Cribbage & Coffee

NOV

12

10:00 AM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

English Conversation Circle

NOV

14

10:30 AM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Queer Reads

NOV

17

7:00 PM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Adult Craft: Paper Bag Leaf Garland

NOV

18

10:00 AM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

The Short of It: Joseph Bruchac

NOV

18

2:00 PM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Scrabble Meet-up

NOV

18

2:00 PM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Monday Afternoon Book Club

DEC

7

2:00 PM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Sports Book Club

DEC

9

9:00 AM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Gardening Book Group

DEC

16

2:00 PM

Mercer County Library: Hopewell Branch, 245 Pennington - Titusville Rd, Pennington, NJ

Art Quilts: An Introduction for Art Lovers + Collectors with Meg Cox

Photos with Santa