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Homemade Ornaments for the Holidays

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Absecon
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
All
Required
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: All
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Start celebrating the season off right and join us in creating your own holiday cheer with a homemade ornament. No matter your age, you will have a variety of ornaments to create. 

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.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

LEGOs

LEGO Club

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hammonton
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, STEM & Makerspace
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, STEM & Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join our LEGO Club and create your own LEGO designs.

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.

Absecon Branch Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, December 4, 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: 12
Event Details:

Open to children ages 3 1/2 - 7, siblings welcome. 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.

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.

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.

Latino Family Connections

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Hammonton Meeting Room at Hammonton
Hammonton
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting

Mahjong - Galloway Retired Teachers

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Galloway Township Meeting Room at Galloway Township
Galloway Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Mahjong Club - Retired Galloway Teachers

adults playing board game

Adult Board Game Night

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

diy xmas

Kids Craft: DIY Holiday Ornaments

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Hammonton Meeting Room at Hammonton
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Children
Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Decorate your own clear holiday ornaments.

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.

young girl with book of ideas

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: 25
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: 19
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.

Hospice Care / Bereavement Support Group

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Galloway Township Meeting Room at Galloway Township
Galloway Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Grief Support Group

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: 13
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: 43
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. 

New Jersey Association of County Youth Services

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Hammonton Meeting Room at Hammonton
Hammonton
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

meeting

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.

Book Signing - Elizabeth Beshak

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township
Egg Harbor Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Book signing for Ms. Beshak's new book

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: 7
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.