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wall full of books

Atlantic County Library Foundation Book Sale

All Day 9/1 - 12/31
Mays Landing

Program Type:

Book Sales

Age Group:

All
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Age Group: All
Program Type: Book Sales
hands on game board

Afternoons of Board Games and Puzzles

Saturday, December 27, 2025 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 children and teens, 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, December 29, 2025 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 grab go craft, will surely delight the kids. children during the event. 

clock at noon

Noon Year's Eve Party

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mays Landing Meeting Room at Mays Landing

Program Type:

Holiday Events, Special Events & Performances

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Holiday Events, Special Events & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Recommend for ages 3-12. Ring in the new year at noon as we celebrate with crafts, games, and festive treats!

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
hands on game board

Afternoons of Board Games and Puzzles

Saturday, January 3, 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, January 5, 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. 

boy and dog reading

Furry Buddies

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 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, Fritz and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children.

cartoon kids jumping/dancing

123 Read & Sing

Thursday, January 8, 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

Teen Board Game and Pizza Afternoons

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room at Egg Harbor Township

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
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. 

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9 am

Adult Reading Reward Weekly Drawing

9:30am–9:45am
Adults
Brigantine
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
10 am

Young Creators Book Club

10:30am–11:30am
Children
Mays Landing
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Children Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy books in our Color Our World summer by reading about colorful characters and their worlds. Discuss these books while enjoying snacks.

June 28th The Wild Robot by Peter Brown 

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

Registration required.

Snacks Provided

Snacks provided.
Please advise staff of food allergies.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
11 am

Let's Go LEGO

11:00am–3:00pm
Children, Teens
Mays Landing
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
12 pm
1 pm
2 pm

STEAM-Ahead: Art!

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

Open to ages 6-12. Registration required. Bring your creativity and your artistic curiosity! STEAM -- Science, Technology, Engineering, ART, and Math! Our SRP theme is art -- but what is art?

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.

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Color Our World: End of Summer Reading Tie-Dye Party

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Teens
Absecon
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Absecon
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to children and teens who have participated in our Summer Reading Program.  Must register to attend.  Celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program with a bandana tie-dye party!

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.

Splatter Paint Party

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Teens
Somers Point
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Somers Point
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to all. Have you ever felt inspired by abstract painters like Jackson Pollock? Try your hand at different splatter painting techniques at an outdoor painting party. Come prepared to get messy! 

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.
3 pm
4 pm

Exploring Wellness Through Art

4:00pm–5:30pm
Children, Teens
Mays Landing
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading Program, Workshops & Seminars
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 9-14. Registration required. Find your creative side as you try diverse art styles and discover balance through art. Each session will build upon the previous week, so attendance at each class is encouraged. 

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Materials Provided

All materials are provided.

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.