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Storytime!

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Ventnor
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Each week will feature a different toddler-friendly theme and exciting stories.

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.

cartoon kids jumping/dancing

123 Read & Sing

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Galloway Township
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Open to ages 1 1/2-5 and their caregivers.  Children and their grownups will be ready for the day after this late morning story hour filled with great books, songs, and play. 

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.

hands on game board

Bored Game Thursdays

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Somers Point
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All
Library Branch: Somers Point
Age Group: All
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bored?  Come out to the library and play a game!    We have Jenga, Trouble, Simon and more.  You can also bring your own game from home. 

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.

Snacks Provided

Snacks provided.
Please advise staff of food allergies.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

lego club

LEGO Club

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Absecon
Program Type:
Games, STEM & Makerspace
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Children
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.

world globe sitting atop book

Around the World Book Club - Canada

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Galloway Township
Program Type:
Book Discussions & Author Visits
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

 Join us as we travel around the world through the power of the written word. 

Disclaimer(s)

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

saxaphone

Holiday Jazz Concert

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pleasantville Meeting Room at Pleasantville
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
All
Required
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Room: Pleasantville Meeting Room
Age Group: All
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Open to all. The holidays are here! Kick back and listen to some smooth jazz with local artist Tony Day and The Around the Globe Music Group.

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

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.

Refreshments Served

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

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Yarn with knitting needles

Crochet Group

Thursday, December 5, 2024 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, December 5, 2024 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!

September: "The Women" by Kristin Hannah

October: "Shelterwood" by Lisa Wingate

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

hands on game board

ALL A BOARD!

Friday, December 6, 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.

LEGOs

Drop-In LEGO Playtime

All Day
Egg Harbor Township
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Open to all ages. Drop by the children's area to make your own LEGO creations. This is a self-guided activity. Ask for LEGOs at the front desk. Please remember to clean them up when you're done! 

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.

young girl with book of ideas

Fall Into a Good Story: Fall Storytime

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Somers Point Children Area at Somers Point
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Somers Point
Room: Somers Point Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

 Open to younger children.  Registration required.  Kids, join for a few quick stories, songs, an easy craft, plus a treat.  

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.

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.

various kids crafts

Saturday Morning Craft

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ventnor Meeting Room at Ventnor
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Open to children ages 5 & older. Join us for a morning craft hour, featuring a different seasonal craft each month. 

Saturday, September 7, 11:00 am: Back-to-School Bookmarks and Key Chains 

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.

chess board and pieces

Chess Club

Saturday, December 7, 2024 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.

different hands working at different crafts

Crafting Social Hour

Saturday, December 7, 2024 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: 8
Event Details:

Do you like to chat with others while crafting?

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Allergy Notification

Please notify staff of any food allergies.

Refreshments Served

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

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

young girl with book of ideas

Pre-K Club and Craft

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Galloway Township Children Area at Galloway Township
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

 This interactive story hour, which includes a grab go craft, will surely delight the kids. children during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.

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.

mahjong tiles

Mahjong Madness Mondays

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ventnor
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come to the library and enjoy a friendly game of mahjong at the library.
Instruction & guidance given for beginners to learn this fun table game.

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

adult reading books in circle

Any Book Club

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township
Program Type:
Book Discussions & Author Visits
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

This is a book club for those that like to read whatever they want.  Share what you’ve read, your new discoveries, and old favorites. Add to your to-be-read list! 

Disclaimer(s)

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

young girl with book of ideas

Toddler Tuesday Storytime

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Brigantine Meeting Room at Brigantine
Program Type:
Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Brigantine
Room: Brigantine Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for: stories to inspire curiosity and joy; songs, sign language and fingerplay; balance & movement games. We're looking forward to growing with your babies as they enter the toddler zone!

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.

young girl with book of ideas

Preschool Storytime and Craft

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Hammonton
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Playtimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Playtimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

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.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

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.

Laptop with writing styles

Computer Class by Appointment

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Egg Harbor City
Program Type:
Computer Skills & Tech Help, Personal Development
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Skills & Tech Help, Personal Development
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Computer help is available by appointment with staff. Keyboarding, typing, and basic computer knowledge required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Basic Computer Skills Required

Basic computer skills are required. 

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

kids hands crafting

After School Art Club

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Ventnor Children Area at Ventnor
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Children Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Open to ages 5 & older. Drop by the library after school for an open-ended craft hour on the second Tuesday of the month.  We'll supply the art materials and you supply the creativity! 

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.

knitting

Yarnbenders Crochet and Knitting Club

Tuesday, December 10, 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.

Dog with tongue out

Furry Buddies

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Galloway Township Children Area at Galloway Township
Program Type:
Animal Events
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Children Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animal Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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.

fountain pen

Galloway Writing Group

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Galloway Township Meeting Room at Galloway Township
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Workshops & Seminars
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Workshops & Seminars
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

The Galloway Writing Group, led by Scott Gray, is a place where anyone with an interest in writing (fiction, nonfiction, prose, poetry, etc) can meet with other members of the community and discuss the craft, find encouragement, and deve

Disclaimer(s)

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.