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Baby and Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

 Songs & stories designed to develop early literacy skills with your little one. 

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.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

penguin with pinwheel

Joyful Storytime--Outdoor Edition

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Brigantine
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Brigantine
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Go Outside! Adventures in Nature

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

Guardians

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

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

penguin with pinwheel

Preschool Storytime and Craft

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Hammonton
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games and movement while building language and literacy skills. 

Disclaimer(s)

Guardians

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

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Snacks Provided

Snacks provided.
Please advise staff of food allergies.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

adventure begins at the library banner

Adventure Awaits: Summer Sing Along

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mays Landing Meeting Room at Mays Landing
Program Type:
Music, Special Events & Performances, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, All
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, All
Program Type: Music, Special Events & Performances, Summer Reading Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 91
Event Details:

Come together as we lift our voices in song at a rollicking fun sing-a-long, featuring Grandfather Joe. 

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.

Refreshments Served

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

STEAM sign

STEAM Challenge Day

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township
Program Type:
STEM & Makerspace
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

STEAM stands for Science Technology Engineering Art and Math. We'll be doing a weekly STEAM-focused activities that will make you think creatively and have fun while doing it. Please pick Tuesday OR Thursday of each week

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.

Tuesday Crafternoon

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ventnor Meeting Room at Ventnor
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Open to ages 5 and older, teens welcome. Join us for an adventurous afternoon craft. 

Tuesday, June 25, 2 pm: SAND SLIME

Tuesday, July 2, 2 pm: FIREWORKS PAINTING

Tuesday, July 9, 2 pm: MAGIC PAPER FLASHLIGHT

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.

Yarn with knitting needles

Yarnbenders Crochet and Knitting Club

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Egg Harbor Township
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: All
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Enjoy your craft with friendly folks. 

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.

boy and dog reading

Furry Buddies

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mays Landing
Program Type:
Animal Events
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Animal Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

Read a story to therapy dogs, Erin, 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.

LEGOs

LEGO CLUB

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ventnor
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Let's be constructive! Explore your imagination with LEGO bricks! Build whatever you like in our open-ended environment! LEGO creations must stay at the library to be re-used the following week.

LEGOs

LEGO Club

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hammonton
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

 Join our LEGO Club and create your own LEGO designs. 

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.

Guardians

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

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

cartoon kids jumping/dancing

Playdate at the Library

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Mays Landing
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 84
Event Details:

Enjoy stories, rhymes & songs designed to develop early literacy skills with your little one.

Disclaimer(s)

Guardians

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

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

penguin with pinwheel

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Absecon
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

This interactive story hour includes stories, songs, finger plays and a craft. Library story times are a fun way to help your child develop skills they will need to be ready to read. 

Siblings welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Guardians

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

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

adventure begins at the library banner

Cooking Matters for Kids

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mays Landing Meeting Room at Mays Landing
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Summer Reading Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Learn to make yummy, healthy treats as The Community Food Bank of New Jersey introduces basic cooking and nutritional skills in a series of five classes. 

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notification

Please notify staff of any food allergies.

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.

kids hands crafting

Craft Blast-Kids

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Egg Harbor Township
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Stop in to the library to create a weekly fun summer craft. Pick Monday or Wednesday for the craft each week. 

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.

adventure begins at the library banner

SRP Bird Watch Quest

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Hammonton Meeting Room at Hammonton
Program Type:
Animal Events, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animal Events, Summer Reading Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Go on a bird watch quest in the library using your own crafted bird journals.  Listen to bird songs using QR codes added to each bird.

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.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

treasure chest with jewels

Talewise Science Heroes: Adventures of the Lost Treasure

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Galloway Township Meeting Room at Galloway Township
Program Type:
Special Events & Performances, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Required
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Special Events & Performances, Summer Reading Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 48
Event Details:

Come for a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle! 
Join in to help conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life! 
Don't miss this exciting and interactive STEM learning adventure

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.

family playing board game

Wednesday Family Game Night

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pleasantville
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All
Required
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Age Group: All
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Register by call or visiting our branch. It's game night! Join us in some board game fun for the evening. Don't miss this exciting event that the whole family can enjoy together.

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.

adults playing a board game

Adult Board Game Night

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Egg Harbor Township
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Disconnect from the screen and connect over board games. Play a variety of exciting and complex board games, socialize and have fun. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Independence 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
hands on game board

ALL A BOARD!

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Absecon
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All
Required
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: All
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Feeling bored? Stop in for a fun day playing different board games.
Games provided. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

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

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Pleasantville
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All
Required
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Age Group: All
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Take the challenge of playing a friendly game of chess with other locals. 

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.

Now showing marquee

Family Movie Matinee

Friday, July 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ventnor Meeting Room at Ventnor
Program Type:
Movies, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
All
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: All
Program Type: Movies, Summer Reading Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Take a beach break and join us for a family-friendly film screening. All films are rated PG. 

7/5--Wonka

7/19--The Little Mermaid

8/2--Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

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.

beach sand with seashells

Adult Reading Reward Weekly Drawing

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 9:45am
Brigantine
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Brigantine
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Sign up for our Summer Reading Programs for adults. For every book you read, submit an entry into our designated drawing bin. One winner will be announced every Saturday. Prizes vary.

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

yoga

Morning Rise and Shine Yoga

Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Mays Landing
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Wake up and shine during this fun morning yoga class. Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel for class.

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.