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boy and dog reading

Furry Buddies

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mays Landing Children Area at Mays Landing
Program Type:
Animal Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens
Program Type: Animal Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

Open to all ages. Read a story to therapy dogs Kody, Fritz, and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children.

Disclaimer(s)

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

tissue paper

Kids & Teens Winter Craft: Tissue Paper Art

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hammonton Meeting Room at Hammonton
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Create a wintery work of canvas art for your home. 

Disclaimer(s)

Guardians

Guardians must remain present with their children during the event.
Drop-offs are not permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Registration Required

Registration required.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

LEGOs

LEGO Club

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Absecon
Program Type:
Games, STEM & Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games, STEM & Makerspace
Event Details:

Space is limited and on a first-come, first served basis. LEGO club encourages children to learn while having fun! Creativity, problem solving, and teamwork are just some of the skills LEGOs can teach.

Disclaimer(s)

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Yarn with knitting needles

Crochet Group

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Egg Harbor City
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join our dedicated crafting group. If you do any type of needle craft, this is your club.  Learn and practice your craft in a fun and welcoming environment.

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Book Club sign with adults reading

EHT Book Group

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township
Program Type:
Book Discussions & Author Visits
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Open to teens and adults, registration required.  Come out for lively discussions of the latest books!

January: The God of the Woods by Liz Moore

February: By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

chess board and pieces

Chess Club

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Ventnor
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you love chess?  Have you always wanted to learn?  
Our chess club is for all ages and levels of experience. Feel free to bring your own chess board or use one of ours.

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

kids hands crafting

STEM Saturday for Kids: Colorful Lighted Jars

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Pleasantiville Activity Room at Pleasantville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Room: Pleasantiville Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Let’s brighten up your day with a do-it-yourself jar with added embellishments and lights. Use your imagination however you like, and bring home to enjoy.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Registration Required

Registration required.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

craft sewing

Maker Space Sewing

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Hammonton Meeting Room at Hammonton
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Discover how to sew both by hand, and with machines. Also learn how to take measurements, select a pattern, and choose fabric.  

Projects planned: 

January 11th - Spa Kit

February 8th - Fabric Tray

Disclaimer(s)

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Registration Required for Each Session

Registration required for each session

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

History Explorers

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ventnor Meeting Room at Ventnor
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Lectures & Discussions
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lectures & Discussions
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Suggested for ages 7-10. Registration required. Explore the ancient world with books and crafts. Each session will feature a brief lesson on a historic theme, which will be followed by a fun craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

hands on game board

Afternoons of Board Games and Puzzles

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Egg Harbor City
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Open to children and teens, 10 and older. Stop by with your friends for a fun afternoon of board games and puzzles. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Winter DIY Crafts: Chocolate!

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ventnor Meeting Room at Ventnor
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Open to adults and interested teens. Just in time for Valentine's Day, make your own chocolates! We may add-in non-nut ingredients! 

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notification

Please notify staff of any food allergies.

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

movie with popcorn

Family Movie Night

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hammonton Meeting Room at Hammonton
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Join us for movies on the big screen. Check with the branch for upcoming titles. 

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notification

Please notify staff of any food allergies.

Guardians

Guardians must remain present with their children during the event.
Drop-offs are not permitted.

Refreshments Served

Refreshments will be served.
Please notify staff of any food allergies.

Registration Required for Each Session

Registration required for each session

Snacks Provided

Snacks provided.
Please advise staff of food allergies.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

LEGOs

LEGO Club

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Absecon
Program Type:
Games, STEM & Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games, STEM & Makerspace
Event Details:

Space is limited and on a first-come, first served basis. LEGO club encourages children to learn while having fun! Creativity, problem solving, and teamwork are just some of the skills LEGOs can teach.

Disclaimer(s)

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Yarn with knitting needles

Crochet Group

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Egg Harbor City
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join our dedicated crafting group. If you do any type of needle craft, this is your club.  Learn and practice your craft in a fun and welcoming environment.

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

STEAM sign

STEM Saturday

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ventnor Meeting Room at Ventnor
Program Type:
STEM & Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Open to children ages 8 & older. Tweens and teens welcome. Use your scientific-thinking skills to uncover a different mystery each month!

Saturday, January 18, 11:00 am: Salt Crystal Snowflakes

Disclaimer(s)

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

LEGOs

Let's Go LEGO

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Mays Landing
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Come meet up with other LEGO enthusiasts and build your own LEGO creations.

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

chess board and pieces

Chess Club

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Ventnor
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you love chess?  Have you always wanted to learn?  
Our chess club is for all ages and levels of experience. Feel free to bring your own chess board or use one of ours.

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

various hand crafting things

Crafting Social Hour

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Hammonton Meeting Room at Hammonton
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Do you like to chat with others while crafting?

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notification

Please notify staff of any food allergies.

Refreshments Served

Refreshments will be served.
Please notify staff of any food allergies.

Registration Required for Each Session

Registration required for each session

Snacks Provided

Snacks provided.
Please advise staff of food allergies.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

hands on game board

Afternoons of Board Games and Puzzles

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Egg Harbor City
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Open to children and teens, 10 and older. Stop by with your friends for a fun afternoon of board games and puzzles. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Presidents Day

All Day
Absecon, Brigantine, Buena Community Reading Center, Egg Harbor City, Egg Harbor Township, Galloway Township, Hammonton, Mays Landing, Pleasantville, Somers Point, Ventnor, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Absecon, Brigantine, Buena Community Reading Center, Egg Harbor City, Egg Harbor Township, Galloway Township, Hammonton, Mays Landing, Pleasantville, Somers Point, Ventnor, Off Site
boy and dog reading

Furry Buddies

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mays Landing Children Area at Mays Landing
Program Type:
Animal Events
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens
Program Type: Animal Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Open to all ages. Read a story to therapy dogs Kody, Fritz, and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children.

Disclaimer(s)

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Teen SEALS Tiny Food Party

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mays Landing Meeting Room at Mays Landing
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Open to all tweens and teens. Come enjoy a delectable "buffet" of tiny foods as our teen advisory group plans for future events. We welcome any teen who wants to make a difference in their community to join us!

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

Snacks Provided

Snacks provided.
Please advise staff of food allergies.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Yarn with knitting needles

Knitwits: Knitting for Tweens and Teens

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mays Landing Meeting Room at Mays Landing
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Open to ages 10-17. Interested in learning how to knit or looking to raise your existing skills to the next level? Join us for a fun evening of fiber craft! Participants are encouraged to bring their own needles.

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

LEGOs

LEGO Club

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Absecon
Program Type:
Games, STEM & Makerspace
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games, STEM & Makerspace
Event Details:

Space is limited and on a first-come, first served basis. LEGO club encourages children to learn while having fun! Creativity, problem solving, and teamwork are just some of the skills LEGOs can teach.

Disclaimer(s)

Children Under 9 Accompaniment

Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Please plan to attend with your child for the entire program.
Drop-offs not permitted.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.