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SRP 2025

Summer Reading Program 2025: Color Our World

All Day 6/23 - 8/7
Hammonton

Program Type:

Summer Reading Program

Age Group:

All
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: All
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Open to all. Join us for our Color Our World, 2025’s Summer Reading Program.  Stop by the library to pick up reading logs, reading incentives, and activity pages. 

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Kids Summer Reading Baskets

All Day 6/23 - 8/16
Egg Harbor Township

Program Type:

Contests, Summer Reading Program

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Contests, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Open to ages 1-12. Enter for a chance to win this week’s basket. Submit a slip for every book you read this week. More books you read = more chances to win. Winner is drawn every week. Celebrate the love of Summer Reading.

young girl with book of ideas

Preschool Storytime and Craft

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Hammonton

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Playtimes

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

STEAM sign

STEAM Challenge Day

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township

Program Type:

STEM & Makerspace

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 6-12. Registration required. STEAM stands for Science Technology Engineering Art and Math. We'll be doing a weekly STEAM-focused activities that will make you think creatively and have fun while doing it.

boy and dog reading

Furry Buddies

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mays Landing Children Area at Mays Landing

Program Type:

Animal Events

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens
Program Type: Animal Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to all aged children. Read a story to therapy dogs Kody, Fritz, and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children.

teen kids cooking

Cooking Matters for Kids

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mays Landing Meeting Room at Mays Landing

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Summer Reading Program

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 8-12.  Registration required. Learn to make yummy, healthy treats as The Community Food Bank of New Jersey introduces basic cooking and nutritional skills in a series of six classes.

boy with squirt gun getting wet

Water Wars

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Gaskill Park at Mays Landing

Program Type:

Games, Special Events & Performances, Summer Reading Program

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Gaskill Park
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games, Special Events & Performances, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Open to all children. Registration required. Dress to get wet and join us in Gaskill Park for a good ole fashioned water fight.

kids doing yoga poses

Toddler Yoga

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Mays Landing Meeting Room at Mays Landing

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Storytimes & Playtimes, Summer Reading Program

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes & Playtimes, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to children aged 1-3. Registration required.

STEAM sign

STEAM Challenge Day

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township

Program Type:

STEM & Makerspace

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 6-12. Registration required. STEAM stands for Science Technology Engineering Art and Math. We'll be doing a weekly STEAM-focused activities that will make you think creatively and have fun while doing it.

anime 3 teens

Otaku Haven

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Somers Point

Program Type:

Book Discussions & Author Visits, Games, Movies, Music

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Somers Point
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits, Games, Movies, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to teens and young adults. Calling all anime watchers and manga readers to the front! Are you looking for something to do this summer? Want to meet new people with common interests in shows, music, and most importantly ANIME?

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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.

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.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.

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.

New Jersey Association of County Youth Services

10:00am–1:00pm
Hammonton
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting

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.

Ocean of Color

11:00am–12:00pm
All
Mays Landing
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: All
Program Type: Animal Events, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to all ages. Red, yellow, orange, green, and blue—these colors aren't just found in rainbows; they are indicators of our ocean's health!

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.

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Summer Play Auditions and Practice

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Events & Performances, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 6-12. The Summer Play is back! Do you want to be an actor? Now is your chance! Join us in an original play, that will be practiced and performed by you! All programs subject to cancellation and changes. 

8/1= Auditions

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

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.

Atlantic County Office of Intergenerational Services

9:00am–5:00pm
Mays Landing
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Atlantic County office of Intergenerational Services DRCC speaker

Adult Reading Reward Weekly Drawing

9:30am–9:45am
Adults
Brigantine
Library Branch: Brigantine
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Sign up for our Summer Reading Programs for adults. For every book you read, submit an entry into our designated drawing bin. One winner will be announced every Saturday. Prizes vary.

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Saturday Family Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to all ages. Registration required.  Bring the family and enjoy a morning of songs, and stories.

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.

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Zoo-to-You: Cape May County Zoo Visit

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Ventnor
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Animal Events, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to all. Learn appreciation for our natural world through this hands-on, interactive program, along with animal visitors.

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.

Registration Required

Registration required.

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, Summer Reading Program
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.

Movie Afternoon for Adults

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Pleasantville
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Room: Pleasantiville Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to adults. Registration required. Enjoy an afternoon movie for mature (PG-13or above) audiences. Stop by or call for the movie title of the week.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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.

Crafting Social Hour

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

Do you like to chat with others while crafting?

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notification

Please notify staff of any food allergies.

Refreshments Served

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

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.

Rock Painting

2:00pm–3:30pm
Children
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

In celebration of our upcoming summer play, paint a rock to wish the actors good luck! Then paint another to take home with you. 

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.

Registration Required

Registration required.

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.

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. 

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Craft Blast-Kids

1:00pm–1:45pm
Children
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop in to the library to create a weekly fun summer craft. Pick Monday or Wednesday for the craft each week. 

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.

Resume and Job Application Help

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Absecon
Registration Required
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computer Skills & Tech Help
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to teens and adults.
Registration required, for 30 minute sessions.
ONE-on-ONE computer assistance. 

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Basic Computer Skills Required

Basic computer skills are required. 

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.

Summer Play Auditions and Practice

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Events & Performances, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 6-12. The Summer Play is back! Do you want to be an actor? Now is your chance! Join us in an original play, that will be practiced and performed by you! All programs subject to cancellation and changes. 

8/1= Auditions

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

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.

Messy Monday

3:00pm–4:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, All
Pleasantville
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Room: Pleasantiville Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults, All
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get messy by getting into some glue, glitters or paint with us. Don't miss this exciting event that the whole family can enjoy together

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.

Girl Scouts of Central and Southern NJ

4:00pm–7:30pm
Mays Landing
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Honoring students' home languages in the class room library. Recording audio tracks of books in non-English languages.