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Bored Game Thursdays

3:00pm - 8:00pm
All
Somers Point
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

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children
Absecon
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.

Repurposed Books Crafting Hour

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens, Adults
Absecon
Registration
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us in breathing new life into old books. Each month will feature a new and unique way to up-cycle old library books.

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.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

Adult Crafts

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Brigantine
Registration
Library Branch: Brigantine
Room: Brigantine Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Rubber Stamping

Join us for fun of creativity and lively conversation. 

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Creative Crafts with Conversation

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Galloway Township
Registration
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Creative Crafts with Conversation - Chat with friends old and new as you create your very own masterpiece.    

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Into the Evening Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Ventnor
Registration
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Open to adults. Registration required.  Our book club always features good taste and great company.  

9/19: We Were the Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter

10/17: Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

Disclaimer(s)

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Crochet Group

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Egg Harbor City
Registration
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration 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.

Fall Into a Good Story: Fall Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Somers Point
Registration
Library Branch: Somers Point
Room: Somers Point Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration 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.

Chess Club

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Ventnor
Registration
Library Branch: Ventnor
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration 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.

All About Turkey

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Pleasantville
Registration
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Room: Pleasantiville Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Open to ages 5-12. Get into the holiday spirit by assembling a thanksgiving turkey decoration. The kit includes pieces that requires gluing.

 

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.

Crafting Social Hour

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Hammonton
Registration
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration 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.

Afternoons of Board Games and Puzzles

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Teens
Egg Harbor City
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.

Teen Board Game and Pizza Afternoons

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Egg Harbor Township
Registration
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Open to children & teens, aged 10 and older. Stop by with your friends for a fun afternoon at the library for pizza and a variety of exciting board games. 

Disclaimer(s)

Refreshments Served

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

Snacks Provided

Snacks provided.
Please advise staff of food allergies.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Pre-K Club and Craft

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Galloway Township
Registration
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Egg Harbor City
Registration
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Open to ages 2-4. Registration required. The latest books & some old favorites will help introduce new vocabulary & reinforce learning. 
 

Mahjong Madness Mondays

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Ventnor
Registration
Library Branch: Ventnor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration 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.

Preschool Storytime and Craft

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Hammonton
Registration
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration 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.

Computer Class by Appointment

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Egg Harbor City
Registration
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Skills & Tech Help, Personal Development
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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.

Yarnbenders Crochet and Knitting Club

5:00pm - 7:00pm
All
Egg Harbor Township
Registration
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: All
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration 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.

Furry Buddies

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children
Galloway Township
Registration
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Children Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animal Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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.

Thanksgiving Floral Arrangement Craft

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Ventnor
Registration
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Holiday Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Open to adults. Registration required. Our popular floral arrangement craft has become a Ventnor tradition! Local florist, Rain Florist, will provide the flowers, you provide the creativity!  $20 materials fee payable to Rain Florist.

Disclaimer(s)

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
All Branches
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

Winter Holiday

All Day
All Branches
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
Description:

County day off in lieu of Lincoln's Birthday

Fall Into a Good Story: Fall Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Somers Point
Registration
Library Branch: Somers Point
Room: Somers Point Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration 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.