Upcoming Events

Featured Events

wall full of books

Atlantic County Library Foundation Book Sale

All Day 1/2 - 3/31
Mays Landing

Program Type:

Book Sales

Age Group:

All
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Age Group: All
Program Type: Book Sales
cartoon kids jumping/dancing

123 Read & Sing

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Galloway Township

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playtimes

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children
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. 

hands on game board

Afternoons of Board Games and Puzzles

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Egg Harbor City

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Children, Teens
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Open to ages 10 and older. Stop by with your friends for a fun afternoon of board games and puzzles. 

 

kids with books

Toddler Storytime

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Hammonton

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playtimes

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 1-3. Registration required. Start your little one's week with a fun toddler storytime. Join us for singing, reading, playtime, and yummy snacks. 

young girl with book of ideas

Pre-K Club and Craft

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Galloway Township Children Area at Galloway Township

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playtimes

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children
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 craft, will surely delight the kids. 

Mystery Crime Board

Murder Mystery Club

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ventnor

Program Type:

DIY & Hobbies, Games

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Ventnor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to adults. Murder mysteries can be explored through books, games, movies, and theater. We will feature a different murder mystery-themed activity each month. Participants will enjoy games such as Clue, movies, and role-playing.

cartoon kids jumping/dancing

123 Read & Sing

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Galloway Township

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playtimes

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children
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. 

Dexter the cat on books

CATurday

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Pleasantiville Activity Room at Pleasantville

Program Type:

Animal Events, Storytimes & Playtimes

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Pleasantville
Room: Pleasantiville Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animal Events, Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 6-11. 

Registration required.  

Show off your reading skills to DEXTER, the sweetest cat in town! 

Please take caution if allergic to cats.

hands on game board

Afternoons of Board Games and Puzzles

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Egg Harbor City

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Children, Teens
Library Branch: Egg Harbor City
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Open to ages 10 and older. Stop by with your friends for a fun afternoon of board games and puzzles. 

 

young girl with book of ideas

Pre-K Club and Craft

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Galloway Township Children Area at Galloway Township

Program Type:

Storytimes & Playtimes

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children
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 craft, will surely delight the kids. 

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Teen Murder Mystery Lunch

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 10 and older. Registration required. 

There's been a murder! Join in the fun of this interactive mystery as we try to discover who dunnit?
Lunch will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notification

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.

Muungamano Magic Show with Mr. Q

10:30am–11:15am
Children
Hammonton
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Special Events & Performances, Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun-filled show with magic, music, and stories. Presented by the amazing Mr. Q.  

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 for Each Session

Registration required for each session

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Live CLUE Game Event

4:45pm–7:45pm
Teens
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 10 and up. The library will be hosting a live game of CLUE. Play this interactive game in a life-size environment. 

Disclaimer(s)

Allergy Notification

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.

Presidents' 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

Inside the Box, from Her Perspective

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Brigantine
Registration Required
Library Branch: Brigantine
Room: Brigantine Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to adults. Join Patricia Durante, a professional actor, singer and director, as she performs a reading of the one woman show, "Inside the Box, from Her Perspective," written by Lori Strelecki.

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

Allergy Notification

Please notify staff of any food allergies.

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.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Alice Paul: NJ’s Crusader for Equality

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Mays Landing
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Genealogy & History, Lectures & Discussions, Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Women's History Month by joining the Alice Paul Center for Gender Justice for a presentation on noted women's suffragist and New Jersey native Alice Paul.

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Good Friday

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

Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge: Predator and Prey

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animal Events, Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Predators and Prey, oh my! The Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge will be visiting with their animal ambassadors to teach us about different animals in our neighborhoods. 

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.

Family & Teen Escape Room: The Quest for Golden Hook's Treasure

1:30pm–4:30pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Egg Harbor Township
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Events & Performances
Event Details:

Families with children 8 or older and teens are welcome to sign up for a slot for this swashbuckling adventure. 

Find Captain Golden Hook's treasure before time runs out or you'll have to walk the plank! 

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.

The Legendary Hessian Island

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Galloway Township
Registration Required
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits, Genealogy & History, Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

William J. Lewis, author of South Jersey Legends & Lore: Tales from the Pine Barrens and Beyond, presents a story perfect for America's 250th Anniversary.

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Memorial 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

Juneteenth

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

Independence Day (Observed)

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

Independence 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

Labor 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

Columbus 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

Election 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

Veterans 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

Thanksgiving

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

Thanksgiving

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

Christmas 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