Kelsey Review New Year Reading at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System
January 22, 2026 • 6:30 pm
Start the new year with creativity and inspiration at the Kelsey Review 2025 Issue Reading, held on Thursday, January 22 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch of the Mercer County Library System. The event celebrates Mercer County writers and poets and features readings from both established authors and emerging voices. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear new work, meet local writers, and connect with the region’s literary community.
Editors Barbara Krasner and Gwen Weerheim Jones will also preview the upcoming submission period for the Kelsey Review, Mercer County Community College’s long-standing literary journal, and offer insights for prospective contributors.
Registration is appreciated and can be completed through the library’s LibCal system at https://mcl.org/. For more information about library programs, call 609-883-8292, email lawprogs@mcl.org, or visit www.mcl.org.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lawrence Library. The Friends support a wide range of library offerings, including book sales, book clubs, contests, craft programs, special events, guest speakers, and workshops for adults and children. Information about joining the Friends is available at the Lawrence Reference Desk.