Open to adults. Registration required. Come to the library and have a friendly game of Chinese Mahjong. For those who do not know how to play, there will be instruction and guidance to learn this fun table game. All materials provided. Masks are optional. All programs are subject to changes of cancellation.
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. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Open to adults. Registration required. This is a book club for those that like to read whatever they want. Share what you’ve read, your new discoveries, and old favorites. Add to your to-be-read list! All programs subject to change or cancellation
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.
All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to adults 18 and older. Registration required, and covers all 6 classes. Join Pat Kennedy on a 6-week journey of learning to play Mah
Jongg. This fun and unique tiles game originated in Asia, and now has
global popularity. Challenge your brain to a game of memory and
strategy. There are only 12 seats available. All programs are subject to
change and cancellation.
Open to adults 18 and older. Registration required, and covers all 6 classes. Join Pat Kennedy on a 6-week journey of learning to play Mah
Jongg. This fun and unique tiles game originated in Asia, and now has
global popularity. Challenge your brain to a game of memory and
strategy. There are only 12 seats available. All programs are subject to
change and cancellation.
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.
Open to ages 5 and older and adults. Registration required. Join us as Clean Ocean Action visits with an educational presentation about preserving and protecting our beach and ocean. Afterwards, we'll create an original piece of whale art from plastics collected at our very own beach. Part of the Blue Whale Project.
Open to ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required, space limited. Kids, join for a few quick stories, songs, an easy craft, plus a treat. We ask that guardians please remain present with children during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellation. Please inform staff of any food allergies.
Open to teens & adults.
Registration required.
Enjoy an afternoon movie for mature (PG-13) audiences.
Stop by or call for the movie title of the week. All programs are subject to change or
cancellation.
Open
to all ages. Registration required. Songs, stories, and oh so much
fun! We ask that guardians please remain present with children during
the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Open to adults. Registration required. Grow your own veggies and herbs this year with some helpful tips from a local gardener. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to adults. Registration required.
April 13: Effective MD Visits. This presentation helps you to prepare, what to expect, and how to 'control' the visit. This covers during and after the visit. How to utilize your and the MD time in a visit. Who should be there, what that person should do, how to maintain records and know your next steps if diagnosed with an illness, etc.
May 11th is Skin Cancer Prevention/Detection/Symptoms. Information on skin cancer, it's Prevention, Detection and Symptoms.
This is not in place of a medical doctor.
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.
Open to kids of all ages. Registration required.
Celebrate Poetry Month with us! Create a small poetry scroll or write a poem on a small slip of paper to carry around with you in your pocket throughout the day. We'll read some of the poems we choose out loud. We'll make extra poems and pass them along to friends and neighbors throughout the day.
Poem in Your Pocket Day was initiated in April 2002 by the Office of the Mayor in New York City, in partnership with the city’s Departments of Cultural Affairs and Education. In 2008, the Academy of American Poets took the initiative to all fifty United States, encouraging individuals around the country to participate. On this day, people carry a poem with them in their pocket and read it out loud in open air spaces, to neighbors or friends. Poems can be shared through social media as well--don't forget to mention the library!
Guardians must remain present for children under 9.Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to adults. Registration required. Indulge your imagination and flex your writing muscles! Bring your own writing supplies--laptop, journal, etc--and join us for afternoon coffee and quality company. Whether you write poetry, fiction, non-fiction, memoir, or if you've never written before, this is the meet-up where you'll find the encouragement and inspiration to keep you going or get you started. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to adults. Registration required. Wake up and shine during this fun morning yoga class. Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel for class. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
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.
Open to all ages. Registration required. Feeling bored? Stop in for a fun day playing different board games.
Games provided. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Open to adults 18 and older. Registration required. Let the stars of the Golden Age sing, dance, and keep you in suspense during our classic movie matinee. Snacks provided. Please advise staff of food allergies. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation.
1/12/2024: It Happened One Night2/23/2024: The Thin Man3/22/2024: Top Hat4/19/2024: Arsenic and Old Lace5/17/2024: Citizen Kane6/28/2024: The Ghost and Mrs. Muir7/26/2024: 'Dial M for Murder'8/23/2024: The Quiet Man9/20/2024: 12 Angry Men10/18/2024: Psycho11/15/2024: To Kill a Mockingbird12/13/2024: It's a Wonderful Life
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