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Wetland Institute

Events: Pleasantville - Tue, 05/30/2023 - 6:42am

Open to all ages. Registration is required. Discover the wet world of water animals. Join the The Wetlands Institute as they bring live marine life to the library! Learn all about these amazing sea animals, where they live, what they eat, and how they live. Animals include sea stars, sea urchins, hermit crabs, spider crabs, green crabs, clams, sea snails, and a horseshoe crab. We ask that guardians remain in attendance for children under the age of 9. All programs are subject to changes or cancellation.

Toddler Storytime & Craft

Events: Hammonton - Tue, 05/30/2023 - 6:42am

Open to ages 1.5-3. Registration required. The latest books & some old favorites will help introduce new vocabulary & reinforce learning. Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games and movement while building language and literacy skills. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Yarnbenders Crochet and Knitting Club

Events: Egg Harbor Township - Tue, 05/30/2023 - 3:41am

Yarnbenders Crochet and Knitting Club. Open to ages 9 and older. Enjoy crafting with friendly folk. All skill levels welcome. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Grim Readers Book Club

Events: Egg Harbor Township - Tue, 05/30/2023 - 3:41am

Open to adults. Registration required. Come out to explore the darker side of books. Get your blood flowing as we focus on dark fiction, thrillers, mysteries, science fiction and horror. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

June: Joyland by Stephen KingJuly: The Never Game by Jeffery DeaverAugust: Verity by Colleen Hoover

Robotics Club with Nate

Events: Egg Harbor City - Tue, 05/30/2023 - 3:41am

Open to ages 8-15. Registration required. Learn how to code and make a robot with the Robotics Club. Coding and robotics are two of the most exciting and important areas of STEM education. These tools teach coding, computational thinking, creative problem solving, hardware, and a whole lot more. Sponsored by the EHC Neighborhood Preservation Program Coalition.

Mindful Storytime with Miss Beth--Outdoor Edition

Events: Brigantine - Tue, 05/30/2023 - 3:41am

Open to children ages 2-5, accompanied by an adult. Registration required. Outdoor story time- look for Miss Beth outside, under the canopy of trees. Bring a towel, yoga mat or blanket. Enjoy an interactive program that promotes early learning and a happy heart and mind!

. Stories to inspire curiosity and joy

. Songs, sign language and fingerplay

. Balance & movement games

. Mindful sensory learning (exploring our five senses)

. Take-and-Make crafts kits

. Guardians must remain present.

. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation

. All programs subject to change or cancellation

Donuts with Dads

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Open to all children and their caregivers. Registration requested. Celebrate your special someone by decorating an edible donut treat, and making a unique craft together. Please advise staff of any food allergies. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Furry Buddies

Events: Mays Landing - Tue, 05/30/2023 - 12:41am

Suggested for ages 6-14. Registration required. Read a story to therapy dogs, Erin, Kody, Fritz, and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children. Guardians must remain with children age 9 and under. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Sit-N-Knit

Events: Somers Point - Mon, 05/29/2023 - 6:41am

Open to adults. Registration required. Bring your current project to the library to discuss, practice and learn your craft with fellow knitters in a fun and welcoming environment. Checkout some knitting books for ideas. Bring your supplies. Light packaged snacks served. Please inform staff of any food allergies. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

Preschool Storytime

Events: Egg Harbor City - Mon, 05/29/2023 - 3:41am

Open to ages 2-4. Registration required. The latest books & some old favorites will help introduce new vocabulary & reinforce learning.
Children & their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, crafts, games & movement while building language & literacy skills.We ask that guardians please remain present with children under age 9 during the event.

Face masks are optional.
All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Preschool Storytime

Events: Absecon - Mon, 05/29/2023 - 12:40am

Open to children ages 3 1/2 - 7, siblings welcome. Registration required. 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. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
All programs are subject to change or cancellations.

One on One Computer Help

Events: Absecon - Mon, 05/29/2023 - 12:40am

Open to adults. Appointment required. Contact the library to schedule an appointment. Navigate the internet, learn Microsoft Word and e-mail. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Eating for Cancer Prevention

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Open to adults 18 and older. Registration required. Cecilia Gomez from the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, teaches how food affects your health and how to use it to protect yourself, specifically when it comes to cancer. >All programs are subject to change and cancellation.

Start the Day with a Book Club

Events: Mays Landing - Mon, 05/29/2023 - 12:40am

Open to adults. Registration required. Join fellow book lovers for lively and engaging discussions. Great books and great company! 6/19 Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow: A Novel by Zevin, Gabrielle, 7/17 The Sun Down Hotel by St. James, Simone, 8/14 The Book Woman's Daughter by Richardson, Kim Michele. Masks are optional. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Art in All Forms for Teens

Events: Mays Landing - Mon, 05/29/2023 - 12:40am

Open to ages 12 and over.
Registration required.
You’ve heard of Bad Art programs, well, this is not one
Join us to explore different art forms.
Embrace your creativity and make something you’re proud of, no matter how it works. All supplies provided. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

Chess Club

Events: Ventnor - Sat, 05/27/2023 - 6:29am

Open to adults and interested teens and children, ages 8 & older.
Registration required.
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. Guardians must remain present. Face masks are optional, however, social distancing guidelines are still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.

STEM Saturday for Kids

Events: Pleasantville - Sat, 05/27/2023 - 6:29am

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Drop-In Lego Playtime

Events: Egg Harbor Township - Sat, 05/27/2023 - 3:29am

Open to all ages. 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! Guardians must remain with children aged 9 and under during the event.

Afternoons of Board Games and Puzzles

Events: Egg Harbor City - Sat, 05/27/2023 - 3:29am

Open to children and teens,10 and older. Stop by with your friends for a fun afternoon of board games and puzzles. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.

Let's Go LEGO

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Open to ages 5 and older. Registration required. Come meet up with other LEGO enthusiasts and build your own LEGO creations. All materials provided. Guardians must remain with children 9 and under. All programs subject to change or cancellation.

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