Upcoming Events

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wall full of books

Atlantic County Library Foundation Book Sale

All Day 4/1 - 5/31
Mays Landing

Program Type:

Book Sales

Age Group:

All
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Library Branch: Mays Landing
Age Group: All
Program Type: Book Sales
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Peace Through Art Exhibit

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Ventnor Children Area at Ventnor

Program Type:

Exhibits & Displays

Age Group:

Children, Teens
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Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Children Area
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Exhibits & Displays
Event Details:

Open to ages 10 and older.  Please share your world-peace inspired, non-digital art with the library for our first-ever Peace Through Art exhibit.

Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Absecon

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playtimes

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children
Register Now
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
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.

Family playing board game

Wednesday Family Game Night

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Pleasantiville Children Area at Pleasantville

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

All
Register Now
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Room: Pleasantiville Children Area
Age Group: All
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join in some board game fun at night. Don't miss this exciting event that the whole family can enjoy together.

cartoon kids jumping/dancing

123 Read & Sing

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Galloway Township

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playtimes

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children
Register Now
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
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. 

boy and dog reading

Read to Endeavour the Therapy Dog

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Egg Harbor Township

Program Type:

Animal Events

Age Group:

Children
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Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animal Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 6-12. Endeavour, the Bernese Mountain therapy dog, will be visiting the library. Practice your literacy skills by reading to this adorable pooch. 

Cartoon theater stage with curtains

Science Heroes Presents: Creepy Science

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township

Program Type:

Special Events & Performances

Age Group:

Children
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Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Science Heroes stops by to show you some creepy science. Be amazed at this science-themed story as it comes to life with eerie science experiments!

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Afternoons of Board Games and Puzzles

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Egg Harbor City

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Children, Teens
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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. 

 

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Shelf Indulgence Book Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Egg Harbor City
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our book club will focus on author spotlights, book talks, and genre discussions. Share what you're reading, or select a book to read together.   

Disclaimer(s)

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Lego Club

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Children, Teens
Absecon
Registration Required
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games, STEM & Makerspace
Registration Required
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)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

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.

Registration Required for Each Session

Registration required for each session

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

Video Game Day

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Teens
Pleasantville
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Room: Pleasantiville Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to all ages. Registration required. Call for information on the game of the month.

Celebrate the joy video games have brought through the years, and meet other gamers too.

 

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

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

A Tale of Two Stories Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Absecon
Registration Required
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an hour long book discussion of that month's book. The next book will be picked at the end of the meeting. Book suggestions are welcome. Copies of the book will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration required.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Scouting America

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Egg Harbor Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

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Crochet Group

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

ALL A BOARD!

10:00am - 2:00pm
All
Absecon
Registration Required
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: All
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Feeling bored? Stop in for a fun day playing different board games.
Games provided. 

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.

EHT Stampers

12:00pm - 4:30pm
Egg Harbor Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Scrapbooking group

Tai Chi - JCC

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Galloway Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Exercise Class

Mother's Day Prince and Princesss Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Ventnor
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Suggested for ages 5 and older. Our special story time in honor of Mother's Day is also a royal event! Wear your crowns and fanciest outfits! 

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.

Colorful Mother's Day Cards

10:00am - 11:00pm
Children, Teens
Pleasantville
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Room: Pleasantiville Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spark your imagination, and create a colorful Mother's Day card with our assorted supplies. Express your love with your own personalized messages or make use of printed out notes.

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.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Saturday Family Storytime

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

Open to all ages. Registration required.  Songs, stories, and oh so much fun!

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.

Let's Go LEGO

11:00am - 3:00pm
Children, Teens
Mays Landing
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come meet up with other LEGO enthusiasts and build your own LEGO creations.

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 Club

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

Mother's Day Tea Party

1:00pm - 2:30pm
All
Hammonton
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: All
Program Type: Holiday Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of the special women in your life.  We'll have a variety of teas, finger foods, and other refreshments. 

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.

Registration Required

Registration required.

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.

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.

Nature Heroes: Eileen Fox: Coral Reef Restorer

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Ventnor
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to adults. 

Meet Eileen Fox, a local conservationist who replenishes coral. Learn more about our ocean ecology and measures being taken to preserve coral from rising ocean temperatures. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required for Each Session

Registration required for each session

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.

Spring Fresh Flower Arranging

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Hammonton
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come design a festive spring arrangement using an abundance of brightly colored spring fresh cut flowers.  Add your unique spring flare by choosing from an assortment of spring accents.  Discover how to choose healthy flowers

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Registration Required

Registration required.

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Family Craft Day - Fun Flower Bracelets

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All
Absecon
Registration Required
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: All
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Join us for a family craft day. Share your family's creativity with other participants and take home your art pieces. All materials 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.

Pre-K Club and Craft

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

 Open to ages 3-5. Registration required. This interactive story hour, which includes a grab go craft, will surely delight the kids. children during the event. 

Disclaimer(s)

Guardians

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

Registration Required

Registration required.

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 Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
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 Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to adults. Registration required. Enjoy a friendly game of Chinese Mahjong at the library.  Instruction and guidance given for beginners to learn this fun table game.  All materials provided.

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Any Book Club

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Registration Required
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 and enjoy friendly conversation. 

Disclaimer(s)

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.