Ama Ata Aidoo, Groundbreaking Ghanaian Writer, Dies at 81
A playwright, novelist and poet, she was a leading African writer who explored the complexities faced by modern women living in the shadow of colonialism.
Ama Ata Aidoo, Groundbreaking Ghanaian Writer, Dies at 81
A playwright, novelist and poet, she was a leading African writer who explored the complexities faced by modern women living in the shadow of colonialism.
With ‘And Then He Sang a Lullaby,’ a Young Nigerian Novelist Commits to ‘Queer Resistance’
With a first novel that chronicles a love affair between two young men, 23-year-old Ani Kayode Somtochukwu asserts a commitment to “queer resistance.”
With ‘And Then He Sang a Lullaby,’ a Young Nigerian Novelist Commits to ‘Queer Resistance’
With a first novel that chronicles a love affair between two young men, 23-year-old Ani Kayode Somtochukwu asserts a commitment to “queer resistance.”
'The Late Americans' is not just a campus novel
Brandon Taylor deftly explores the idea of youth's possibilities and the constraints of time, space, class and wealth disparities through the intersecting lives university students and townspeople.
(Image credit: Riverhead Books)
Book Review: ‘Chaos Kings,’ by Scott Patterson
In “Chaos Kings,” Scott Patterson profiles the financiers who build their portfolios around daily losses, and — when disaster strikes — seismic gains.
Book Review: ‘My Hijacking,’ by Martha Hodes
In a new memoir, the historian Martha Hodes explores her recollections of being held hostage on an airplane in 1970.
Book Review: ‘Chaos Kings,’ by Scott Patterson
In “Chaos Kings,” Scott Patterson profiles the financiers who build their portfolios around daily losses, and — when disaster strikes — seismic gains.
Book Review: ‘My Hijacking,’ by Martha Hodes
In a new memoir, the historian Martha Hodes explores her recollections of being held hostage on an airplane in 1970.
Book Review: ‘Be Mine,’ by Richard Ford
“Be Mine” is the fifth book featuring Ford’s keen observer of American life, Frank Bascombe.
Book Review: ‘Be Mine,’ by Richard Ford
“Be Mine” is the fifth book featuring Ford’s keen observer of American life, Frank Bascombe.
Craft Blast-Kids
Open to ages 5-12. Registration required. Stop in to the library to
create a weekly fun summer craft. Pick Monday or Wednesday for the craft each week. We ask that guardians please remain present
with children during the event. All programs are subject to changes and
cancellation.
Preschool Storytime
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.
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.
Romance: June 2023
Flirt with romance--whether you like your lovin' with ghosts, spies, or knights in shining armor, this newsletter will deliver, sealed with a kiss. Monthly.
Delivered: 6/5/2023 12:00:00 AM
Delivered: 6/5/2023 12:00:00 AM
One on One Computer Help
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.
Preschool Storytime
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.
All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Start the Day with a Book Club
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
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.
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.
Morning Rise and Shine Yoga
Open to adults. Registration required. Wake up and shine during this fun morning yoga class, presented by certified instructor, Abella.Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel for class.All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Chess Club
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.
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.
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