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Maker's Day: Wiggle Bots

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children, Teens
Ventnor
Registration
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Open to ages 8-18. Join our annual NJ Maker's Day celebration, where we use our critical thinking skills to complete a STEM challenge.

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.

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.

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.

Drop-In LEGO Playtime

1:00pm - 4:30pm
All
Egg Harbor Township
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: All
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

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)

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.

Maker's Day 2025: Make Speakers for your Phone!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All
Somers Point
Registration
Library Branch: Somers Point
Room: Somers Point Children Area
Age Group: All
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Open to all ages.  Registration required.  Celebrate Maker's Day 2025 by making your own speakers for your phone in this fun, easy activity.  Refreshments provided.

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.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

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.

Diamond Painting

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Egg Harbor Township
Registration
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Diamond Painting is similar to both cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers. Discover the joy and stress- relieving benefits of this craft.

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.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

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: 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.

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. 
 

Winter Sit-N-Knit

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Somers Point
Registration
Library Branch: Somers Point
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Bring your current project to the library to discuss, practice and learn your craft with fellow knitters in a fun and welcoming environment. Checkout some knitting books for ideas. Bring your supplies.  

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Mahjong Madness Mondays

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Ventnor
Registration
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
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.

Girl Scouts of Greater Galloway - Bates

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Galloway Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Girl Scout Meeting

Movers and Shakers

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children
Mays Landing
Registration
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Open to ages 7-11.
Registration required.
Join us for this fun introduction to ballet & jazz that encourages expression through movement & music.
Dress in comfortable clothing; no jeans, skirts, or dresses. 

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.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Chair Yoga - JCC of Atlantic County

9:30am - 12:00pm
Galloway Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Chair Yoga Class

Preschool Storytime and Craft

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Hammonton
Registration
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: 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.

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.

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.

Crafty Hour - Paper Mobile Art

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Absecon
Registration
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Have a fun day making your own personalized craft. Share your creative ideas of customizing your own art piece. All materials are provided. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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: 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.

Grim Readers

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Egg Harbor Township
Registration
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Come out to explore the darker side of books.  Get your blood flowing as we focus on dark fiction, psychological thrillers, mysteries, science fiction and horror.  
 

Disclaimer(s)

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Playdate at the Library

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Mays Landing
Registration
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
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.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Absecon
Registration
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration 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.

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Registration Required

Registration required.

Registration Required for Each Session

Registration required for each session

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

Mahjong - Galloway Retired Teachers

12:00pm - 3:00pm
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

Atlantic Audubon Society

4:00pm - 8:00pm
Galloway Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting