Book Review: ‘Romantic Comedy,’ by Curtis Sittenfeld
In her new novel, “Romantic Comedy,” Curtis Sittenfeld pays homage to the beloved form.
Book Review: ‘Romantic Comedy,’ by Curtis Sittenfeld
In her new novel, “Romantic Comedy,” Curtis Sittenfeld pays homage to the beloved form.
Closed: Good Friday
Storytime!
Open to ages 12-36 months. Registration required. Each week will feature a different toddler-friendly theme and exciting stories. We ask that guardians remain present during the activity. Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Cyber Thursdays
Open to adults. Registration required. Each appointment will be one hour. Mouse & keyboarding skills required. Topics include: set up an email account, create a resume, basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), connect to Social Media (Facebook, Messenger, Zoom). Let us help you with one-on-one attention. Face masks are optional.
Senior Craft and Activities
Open to adults. Registration required. Are you a social butterfly who enjoys the arts and crafts?
Each week we'll share theme-inspired coloring pages, puzzles, paintings and simple crafts, great for keeping your brain and motor skills alert.
Supplies provided.
Each week we'll share theme-inspired coloring pages, puzzles, paintings and simple crafts, great for keeping your brain and motor skills alert.
Supplies provided.
Ukrainian Author Andrey Kurkov Among National Book Critics Circle Award Winners
A collection of fantastical short stories and a book of poems about escaping capitalist society were also among the 2022 winners.
123 Read & Sing
Open to ages 1 1/2 - 5 and their caregivers. Registration required.Children
and their grownups will be ready for the day after this late morning
story hour filled with great books, songs, and play.Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect.We ask that guardians please remain present with children
during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Yoga at the Library
Open to adults. Registration required. Join a local instructor for a yoga class where participants will gain strength and flexibility while finding balance and reducing stress. All levels welcome. Please bring along a mat. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Meet the Chicken Storytime
Open to all ages. Registration required. Bring the whole family to meet Ms. Gwenne Baile and her live chicken for a unique storytime.
Shelf Indulgence Book Club
Open to adults. Registration required. Our book club will focus on author spotlights, book talks, and genre discussions. Share what you are reading with the club or select a book to read together. Meets 2nd Thursday every month. Face masks are optional but social distancing is still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Crochet Group
Open to adults and teens. Registration required. 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.Face masks are optional. but social distancing is still in effect.
All programs subject to change or cancellation.
All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Brigantine Book Chat
Open to adults. Registration required. Hosted by staff. Join us for an afternoon of good company and lively discussion as we chat about this month's featured book--Killing Lincoln by Bill O'Reilly. Face masks are optional. Social distancing still in effect.
Adult Craft: Painted Rock Cactus Garden
Open to adults. Registration required. No water. No maintenance. Use your painting skills to create a vibrant Rock Cactus Garden and enjoy the beauty year 'round. All materials are provided. Face masks are optional. Social distancing is still in effect. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation.
No Prison Time for Book Thief
The former publishing employee who pleaded guilty to stealing unpublished book manuscripts was ordered to be deported and to pay $88,000 in restitution.
Newly Published Visual Books, from Nan Goldin to NFTs
A selection of recently published books.
Newly Published Visual Books, from Nan Goldin to NFTs
A selection of recently published books.
9 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
9 New Books We Recommend This Week
Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.
Hoover Biographer Wins American History Book Prize
The New-York Historical Society award goes to Beverly Gage, whose “G-Man: J. Edgar Hoover and the Making of the American Century” puts a notorious character in context.
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