THURSDAY, Feb. 29
The Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) helps low-income seniors and people with disabilities under 65 with savings programs designed to help them with Medicare and other costs. Nina DeLong from Senior Citizens United Community Services (SCUCS) will provide information and answer any questions. This program is an information session, in partnership with the state of New Jersey, and does not offer enrollment or insurance sales. 10-11 a.m. Moorestown Library. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Mahjong. 1-3 p.m. Moorestown Library. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Opera Roundtable. 6:30-8 p.m. This program will be held at the Moorestown Library and virtually. Join Bill Holt, opera aficionado and founder of the library’s Opera Roundtable, for a discussion of The Metropolitan Opera’s upcoming HD simulcast “La Forza Del Destino.” Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
FRIDAY, March 1
Baby and me meetup. 10-11 a.m. Moorestown Library.
SATURDAY, March 2
Stop by the Moorestown Library and pick up a craft to make at home. While supplies last. Sponsored by the Friends of the Moorestown Library.
Lego challenge for students in third through eighth grade. 10-11 a.m. Moorestown Library. Design amazing creations and show off your creative side. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
St. Patty’s Day dance party for ages 0-6. 10-10:30 a.m. Moorestown Library.
Inspiring Life Together goodie bag day. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Moorestown Library. Students in grades 8-12 will make goodie bags for breast cancer patients that will be delivered to local cancer centers. Participants will also get a chance to hear from a healthcare professional about breast cancer awareness. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
SUNDAY, March 3
“Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.” 1:30-4:15 p.m. Moorestown Library. Set in 1969, the film follows Indy and his estranged goddaughter, Helena, who are trying to locate a powerful artifact before Jürgen Voller, a Nazi-turned-NASA scientist, who plans to use it to alter the outcome of WWII.
MONDAY, March 4
Baby time for ages 0-2. 10-10:30 a.m. Moorestown Library.
Toddler time for ages 2-4. 10:45-11:15 a.m. Moorestown Library.
ESL Conversation Group. 5-7 p.m. Moorestown Library. ESL students are invited to enhance their conversation skills. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Monday night movies and discussion. “The Spiral Staircase.” 6:30-8:45 p.m. Moorestown Library. The program will include a brief intro and discussion after the movie. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
TUESDAY, March 5
Story time for ages three and up. 10-10:30 a.m. Moorestown Library.
Mexican train dominoes. 1-3:30 p.m. Moorestown Library. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
History and imagery of tarot cards. 7-8 p.m. Moorestown Library. This workshop will explore the history and imagery of tarot cards. Participants will get the opportunity to try reading from a few different varieties of tarot decks. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Moorestown Library. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Better Together Committee meeting. 7 p.m. 111 West Second Street. For more information, visit www.moorestown.nj.us.
Recreation Advisory Committee meeting. 7:30 p.m. 111 West Second Street. For more information, visit www.moorestown.nj.us.
WEDNESDAY, March 6
Baby time for ages 0-2. 10-10:30 a.m. Moorestown Library.
Planning and Shopping Smart. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Online. Discuss ways to meal plan, organize, shop smarter and find out what’s important on those nutrition fact labels. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Toddler time for ages 2-4. 10:45-11:15 a.m. Moorestown Library.
Rummikub. Noon to 2 p.m. Moorestown Library. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Join members of the Rutgers Master Gardener Program of Burlington County for a virtual session during which they will answer questions about your lawn, garden, starting a garden or seasonal gardening topics. Participants are encouraged to email their questions to [email protected]. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Homework helpers. 3:30-5:15 p.m. Moorestown Library. Students in kindergarten through high school are invited to drop in to get homework help from retiree volunteers. If your child is under 10-years-old, a caregiver is required to stay in the library during the child’s entire stay.
Taking Charge: Your Role as a Classroom Teacher. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Moorestown Library. The focus of this program is to provide teachers the strategies and techniques needed for successful classroom management, while helping to minimize the daily stress educators endure. This workshop is open to new and veteran teachers grades K through 12. Department heads, school counselors and principals are also welcome. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
THURSDAY, March 7
Planning Board meeting. 7 p.m. 111 West Second Street. For more information, visit www.moorestown.nj.us.
Mahjong. 1-3 p.m. Moorestown Library. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Moorestown chess club. 7-8:30 p.m. Moorestown Library. Join fellow chess enthusiasts for casual, friendly play. All levels are welcome. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
FRIDAY, March 8
“The Woman King.” 2-4:30 p.m. Moorestown Library. In the late 18th century, the Kingdom of Dahomey flourished as one of Africa’s most powerful states. Yet as European merchants encroach, seeking riches at the expense of its people, warrior Nanisca takes a stand to uphold her peoples’ freedom. Inspired by true events.
SATURDAY, March 9
Barbie’s Birthday Extravaganza for ages seven and up. 10-11 a.m. Head to the Moorestown Library for a Women’s History Month scavenger hunt. Dress-up as your favorite Barbie doll for a photo op and fashion show. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Kids chess club for students in third through eighth grade. 10-11 a.m. Moorestown Library. Learn the names of chess pieces, the rules of movements on the board and strategies for playing the game. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
South Jersey Boys Read. 10-11 a.m. Moorestown Library. Enjoy basketball stories and fun book-related activities to get in the spirit for March Madness. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
Jaz guitarist Abe Ovadia will perform jazz standards and dive into the process of improvisation, sharing insights on the creative and spontaneous nature of jazz music. He’ll also explore the history of jazz and its evolution over time, shedding light on the genre’s cultural significance and impact. Sponsored by the Friends of the Moorestown Library and Wegmans. 2-3 p.m. Moorestown Library. Register at www.moorestownlibrary.org.
