Book and Media Sale

The Friends of the Mount Laurel Library Bargain Book & Media Sale will take place at the Mount Laurel Library from Wednesday, January 23 through Saturday, January 26.  

Members of the Friends are invited to the Preview night on Wednesday evening from 6:00-8:30 p.m. New members are welcome to join then. The sale will be open to the public on Thursday from 12:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., Friday from 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The Bag Sale will be held all day on Saturday; the Friends provide the bags. Fill a bag with books for $5.00. 

Hard covers, CDs and audio books are $1.00, DVDs $3.00, and VHSs and paperbacks are $.50. All proceeds benefit the Mount Laurel Library. 

The Friends of the Mount Laurel Library (FOL) is a non-profit group of volunteers dedicated to supporting the Library through fundraising activities and fostering positive relationships through community events and advocacy. Members of the community are encouraged to join the Friends of the Mount Laurel Library. For more information, please visit www.mtlaurel.lib.nj.us.

3 Steps to a Clutter Free New Year

If you crave the peace of mind that comes with being more organized, then this free workshop is for you. Join organizing expert and best-selling author Jamie Novak for a free fun and informative workshop at the Mount Laurel Library on Sunday, January 20, 2013 at 2 p.m.

Ms. Novak will reveal her trademark three-step process to cut the clutter for good followed by a question and answer session with a book signing of her newest book Stop Throwing Money Away: turn clutter to cash.

Those overwhelmed by clutter or those who live with someone who has a differing clutter style are encouraged to attend as Novak shares her 18 minute system for success. Also covered will be tips on how to clear the piles of paper, overcome procrastination and maximize small spaces and much more.

Ms. Novak, who is often referred to as The Most Relatable Organizer, has appeared on HGTV, QVC and currently writes a blog for Martha Stewart’s Whole Living. You can print a list of where to donate items or get her free newsletter at www.JamieNovak.com

This program is free and open to all. No registration is needed.

Artists' Circle

The Mount Laurel Library will be hosting its first Artists’ Circle on Monday, January 28 at 7 p.m.   Do you have a passion for art? Do you want to become an artist but have no idea where to start?  Join the Artist's Circle in the Mount Laurel Library!  This is a friendly community where you can meet local artists, share your work, and see free demonstrations from professionals. No prior artistic experience is required. All ages welcome. No registration needed.

Concert: Brian Betz Quartet featuring Denis DiBlasio

Thanks to a generous grant from Wegmans, the library is offering a FREE afternoon of jazz with the Brian Betz Quartet featuring Denis DiBlasio on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at 2PM.   This concert is open to the public.  No registration needed.

Brian Betz is a guitarist, composer and educator who resides in the Philadelphia Area. He was a two time winner (2004 and 2007) of the Betty Carter International Jazz Competition and a runner up for the 2006 Henry Mancini Jazz competition.

Baritone saxophonist Denis DiBlasio directs the jazz program at Rowan University. With nine recordings of his own along with published texts, arrangements, and compositions, DiBlasio is known throughout the world.  The quartet will feature guitar, sax, drums and bass.

For more information about these musicians and to listen to samples, visit:

http://www.brianbetzjazz.com/index.htm and http://www.denisdiblasio.com/

The Library is located at 100 Walt Whitman Avenue in Mount Laurel (next to the post office).  For additional information about this event, call 856-234-7319, ext. 333.

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Intro to Tai Chi

Join William Ting from Silver Tiger Tai Chi for a FREE Introduction to Tai Chi at Mount Laurel Library on Saturdays January 5, February 2, March 2 and April 6 at 2 p.m..  Tai Chi consists of slow, flowing, meditative movements and is practiced for its health benefits.

All ages welcome. No registration needed.

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