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Featured Events

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 6, 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. 

 

hands on game board

Teen Board Game and Pizza Afternoons

Saturday, December 6, 2025 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. 

kids with books

Toddler Storytime

Monday, December 8, 2025 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, December 8, 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. 

STEAM sign

STEAM Challenge Day

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
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. 

gingerbread house and man

Pajama Story Night: Holiday Sing Along with Grandfather Joe

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mays Landing Meeting Room at Mays Landing

Program Type:

Holiday Events, Music

Age Group:

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

Open to all ages. Put on your pajamas and enjoy a jolly evening of festive stories, lively songs, and tasty holiday treats.

fountain pen

Galloway Writing Group

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Galloway Township Meeting Room at Galloway Township

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Workshops & Seminars

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Galloway Township
Room: Galloway Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Workshops & Seminars
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Galloway Writing Group, led by Scott Gray, is a place where anyone with an interest in writing (fiction, nonfiction, prose, poetry, etc) can meet with other members of the community and discuss the craft, find encouragement, and deve

Family playing board game

Wednesday Family Game Night

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Pleasantiville Children Area at Pleasantville

Program Type:

Games

Age Group:

All
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.

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123 Read & Sing

Thursday, December 11, 2025 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. 

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Labor Day

All Day
All Branches
Branches:
Absecon, Brigantine, Buena Community Reading Center, Egg Harbor City, Egg Harbor Township, Galloway Township, Hammonton, Mays Landing, Pleasantville, Somers Point, Ventnor, Off Site
9 am
Reservation

Nations Best CPR

9:30am–12:30pm
Hammonton
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

CPR Classes

Reservation

Atlantic County Board of Elections

9:30am–3:00pm
Mays Landing
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Board of Elections poll training. 
10 am

Toddler Tuesday Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Brigantine
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Brigantine
Room: Brigantine Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for: stories to inspire curiosity and joy; songs, sign language and fingerplay; balance & movement games. We're looking forward to growing with your babies as they enter the toddler zone!

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.

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 Required
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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.

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

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.

Pre-K Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Children
Somers Point
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Somers Point
Room: Somers Point Children Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytimes & Playtimes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 2 to 5. Join us for some storytime fun with a different theme each week! Develop early literacy skills with stories, a simple craft, and a snack to enjoy with library friends. 

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.

Snacks Provided

Snacks provided.
Please advise staff of food allergies.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Chair Yoga

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Personal Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for chair yoga - all levels of experience welcome! 

Disclaimer(s)

ACLF Sponsored

Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Space Limited

Space is limited.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Storytime!

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

Open to ages 12-36 months.  Registration required. Each week will feature a different toddler-friendly theme and exciting stories.

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.

Tech Basics

10:00am–3:00pm
Adults
Mays Landing
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Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Skills & Tech Help
Event Details:

Open to adults.
Registration required for one-hour appointments. Call or visit the branch.
Mouse & keyboarding skills required.

Disclaimer(s)

Basic Computer Skills Required

Basic computer skills are required. 

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

ALL A BOARD!

10:00am–2:00pm
All
Absecon
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.

Registration Required for Each Session

Registration required for each session

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
11 am

Yoga for Kids

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 5-12. Registration required. Join us for children's yoga, where we'll be doing a variety of animal poses while learning yoga foundations. Remember to bring your yoga mat!

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

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.

Let's Go LEGO

11:00am–3:00pm
Children, Teens
Mays Landing
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Children Area
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, 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.
12 pm

Chess Club

12:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Ventnor
Registration Required
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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.

Reservation

Atlantic County Aces

12:30pm–2:00pm
Egg Harbor Township
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Atlantic County Aces
1 pm

Movie Afternoons for Adults

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Pleasantville
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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

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.

Drop-In LEGO Playtime

1:00pm–4:30pm
All
Egg Harbor Township
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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 LEGO bricks 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
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Suggested for ages 13 and over. Registration required. 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

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.
2 pm

Needlecraft Club

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Ventnor
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to adults. Sit and stitch. If you love to embroider or cross-stitch, but never have the time, we'll save you a seat so that you can finally work on your project!

Disclaimer(s)

All Skill Levels

All skill levels are welcome. 

Family Craft Hour

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

Open to children and their caregivers. Stop by library for an hour of family fun, featuring a different seasonal project each month. 

September 6th: Handprint Sunflowers

October 4th: Apple Stamping

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.

History Explorers

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Ventnor
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Ventnor
Room: Ventnor Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lectures & Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to ages 7-10. History is full of mysteries and myths. If you have a curious mind, join us as we welcome back our local teacher and archeologist, Mr. Ivan Beste!

Disclaimer(s)

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
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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. 

 

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.
3 pm

Afternoon Book Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Mays Landing
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come by in the afternoon for a book club the first Thursday of the month. Great books and great company!

September 4th- The Kinship of Secrets by Eugenia Kim

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
4 pm
Reservation

Board of Elections Poll Worker training

4:00pm–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

Train poll workers

Lego Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
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: 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. 

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.

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.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Supplies Limited

Supplies are limited.
5 pm

Adult Board Game Night

5:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:
Open to adults. Registration requested. Disconnect from the screen, and connect over board games. Play a variety of exciting, and complex board games, socialize, and have fun. 

Disclaimer(s)

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Active Shooter Awareness

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Brigantine
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Brigantine
Room: Brigantine Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Detective Jim Powderley of the Brigantine Police Department, as he presents life saving information on handling situations where an active shooter is present.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration required.

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
6 pm

Furry Buddies

6:00pm–7:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, 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 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.

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.

Reservation

Meadowbrook Condo Association

6:00pm–8:00pm
Mays Landing
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meadowbrook Condo Association meeting

LEGO Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Hammonton
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Hammonton
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, STEM & Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our LEGO Club and create your own LEGO designs. 

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 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.

DIY Magnetic Locker Pocket

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Teens
Hammonton
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Hammonton
Room: Hammonton Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Suggested for children and teens ages 11-17.  Registration required. Maximize your locker storage with a decorative magnetic locker pocket. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Reservation

Mays Landing Merchants Association

6:30pm–8:30pm
Mays Landing
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Mays Landing
Room: Mays Landing Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Mays Landing Merchants Association meeting. 

Crochet Group

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Egg Harbor City
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.

EHT Book Group

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Egg Harbor Township
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Egg Harbor Township
Room: Egg Harbor Township Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions & Author Visits
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open to teens and adults, registration required.  Come out for lively discussions of the latest books!

Sept - All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker

Oct - The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue

Disclaimer(s)

Subject to Change/Cancellation

All programs are subject to change or cancellation.