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Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin

Burlington County Library System | January/February 2014

Happy New Year! The New Year is here and the Book Buddy Bulle�n

is filled with programs and ac�vi�es for you!

Check inside for details and celebrate at your library!

COUNTY LIBRARY Time for Tales with Mr. Rick

Fridays, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 and Feb. 7, 21 & 28 at 10:30 a.m.│ Ages 3-6 │Registration requested ; walk-ins welcome Come join us for stories of all kinds to be followed by an engaging & creative activity.

Legos at the Library Saturday, Jan. 4 at 3 p.m. │Ages 6-13 │Registration begins Dec. 4 Calling all Lego lovers! Join other kids who love building creations as much as you. The library provides the LEGO blocks - you provide the imagination!

Yoga with Miss Debbie

Sundays, Jan. 5 & Feb. 2. at 1 p.m. │Ages 5-12 │ Registration begins Dec. 8 & Jan. 5 Relax at the library. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or towel. Baby Time

Mondays, Jan. 6, 13 & 20 and Feb. 3, 10 & 17 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages up to 18 months │Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Join moms and caregivers with their babies for stories, songs, fingerplays and socialization activities. Toddlers & Twos

Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 14 & 21 and Feb. 4, 11 & 18 OR Wednesdays, Jan. 8, 15 & 22 and Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 19-35 months │Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Join moms and caregivers with their toddlers for stories, songs, finger plays and socialization activities.

Legos At The Library

Wednesdays, Jan. 8 & 22 and Feb. 5 & 19 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 7-12 │ Registration begins 3 weeks before program Calling all Lego lovers! Join other kids who love building creations as much as you. The library provides the LEGO blocks - you provide the imagination!

Stories & More for Threes & Fours

Thursdays, Jan. 9, 16, 23 & 30 and Feb. 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 10:30 a.m.│ Ages 3-4 with their caregiver │ Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Children are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fingerplays.

Winter Bingo Thursday, Jan. 9 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 7 & up │Registration begins Dec. 26 Bring your friends and join us to play “winter” Bingo; the fun is sure to warm you up.

Super Saturday

Saturday, Jan. 11 and Feb. 8 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-6 │Registration begins Dec. 28 and Jan. 25 Join us for a super fun time hearing stories and making a craft . NEW! Justice League of America: New World Order

Wednesdays, Jan. 15 & 29 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 7-12 │Registration requested; walk-ins welcome A new super-team has convinced the Earth that they're a force for good, but when the true nature of these impos-tors comes to light, only Batman, Superman, Wonder Wom-an, Aquaman, the Flash, Green Lantern, and the Martian Manhunter can stop them! Join Mr. Rick for a reading of this fan-favorite adventure, followed by a fun, story-related activity.


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Videogame Madness

Saturday, Jan. 18 at 2 p.m. │Ages 12-18│No registration Attention, gamers! The Teen Advisory Board is sponsoring Videogame Madness! Teens 12-18 only, please. For further information, call (609) 267-9660 ext. 3027. Percy Jackson: Movie and More

Monday, Jan. 20 at 2 p.m. │Ages 7-12 │Registration begins Jan. 3│Light refreshments served. Join us to watch “Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief,” discover our own “powers” and make our own shields. Teen Advisory Board

Tuesdays, Jan. 21 and Feb.18 at 6:30 p.m. │Ages 12-18 Voice your opinions to the YA Librarian! We’ll be discussing upcoming programs, the teen space and more! And, TAB counts as service hours! For information, contact K. Gruver, at (609) 267-9660 ext3027 or [email protected]. Mother/Daughter Book Club

Wednesday, Jan. 22 and Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. │Ages 8-12 │Registration begins Dec. 23 Mother and Daughter will enjoy reading the month’s book selection. Then join our group for a discussion and craft! Winter Craft Thursday, Feb. 6 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 7 & up │Registration begins Jan. 23 Tired of being inside with nothing to do? Join us at the library to make a surprise craft! NEW! Fairytale Storytime!

Monday, Feb. 10 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 4-6 with their caregiver │Registration begins Jan. 27 Join us for a reading of modernized fairytales. Following the stories, we will sing songs and make a craft. Death by Chocolate

Saturday, Feb. 15 at 2 p.m. │Ages 12-18│No Registration Test your skills at Chocolate Musical Chairs! Tease your taste buds in the Chocolate Taste-off! For information, contact K. Gruver, at (609) 267-9660 ext. 3027 or [email protected]. Let Your Imagination Fly Saturday, Feb. 22 at 3 p.m. │Ages 6-13 │Registration begins Jan. 8 Join Mr. Dennis in learning how to create a variety of paper airplanes. Once you have created a few planes a contest will be held to test which plane flies the farthest. Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad

Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 7-10 │Registration begins Jan. 29 Taking a closer look at Harriet Tubman and the underground railroad with stories and a craft for children.

BORDENTOWN LIBRARY

Time for Twos-Penguins!

Tues, Jan. 7 or Wed, Jan. 8 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 24-35 months │Registration begins Dec. 23 Two-year-olds are welcome to a fun-themed story time! Enjoy a craft to take home! Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome Pajama Story Time

Thurs. Jan. 9 at 7 p.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration begins Dec. 26 Children ages 3-6 are welcome to come in their pajamas for this fun evening of stories, songs and a craft! Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Baby/Toddler Story Time

Tues. Jan. 14 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages up to 23 months │ Registration begins Dec. 31 Bring your babies and toddlers, birth to 23 months old, and join other mothers and caregivers for stories, songs, music, fingerplays and socialization activities. Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

All about Penguins Story Time

Wed. Jan. 15 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration begins Dec. 31 Children ages 3 to 6 are invited to a fun-themed story time! Enjoy songs, stories, and a craft! Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Martin Luther King, Jr. Craft

Wed. Jan. 15 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 5 & up │ Registration begins Dec. 31 Learn about Martin Luther King, Jr.’s accomplishments and enjoy a craft relating to his life! Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Movie Matinee

Sat. Jan. 18 at 2 p.m. │Ages 5 & up │ Registration not required │Snacks are welcome. Join us to watch a PG-rated movie. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Tumblin’ Tots

Wed. Jan. 22 at 10:30 a.m. │ Ages 2 ½ - 4 │ Registration begins Jan. 8 Join us for movement, music, tumbling, exercise, games, and listening and cooperation activities. Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Teen Advisory Board

Sat. Jan. 25 at 1:30 p.m. │Ages 12 & up Teens are welcome to attend the Teen Advisory Board meeting, share their ideas on programming, and how to attract more kids their age to the library. The meetings will be counted towards volunteer hours!

Family Movie Night at the County Library

Fridays at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.│Al Ages Join us in the Auditorium for a family friendly blockbuster film ! Call the library or check our website for titles.


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Teen Cupcake Wars

Sat. Jan. 25 at 2 p.m. │Ages 12 & up │ Registration begins Jan. 11 Teens ages 12 and up are invited to compete in a cupcake decorating competition! Book Bingo

Wed. Jan. 29 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 7 & up │Registration begins Jan. 15 Children ages 7 years and older are invited to play Bingo with a library twist! Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Chinese New Year Craft

Sat. Feb. 1 at 1 p.m. │ Ages 5 & up │ Registration begins Jan.18 Have fun creating a craft as you learn about the holiday! Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Time for Twos-Hugs and Kisses!

Tues. Feb. 4 OR Wed. Feb. 5 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 24-35 months│ Registration begins Jan. 21 Two year olds are welcome to join us for a lovey-dovey themed story time! Enjoy a craft to take home! Smooches and Cuddles Story Time

Tues. Feb. 11at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration begins Jan. 28 Children ages 3 to 6 years old are invited to come enjoy stories, songs, activities, and a craft! Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Valentine’s Day Craft

Tues. Feb. 11at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 5 & up │ Registration begins Jan. 28 Come celebrate Valentine’s Day by making a fun craft for that special someone! Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Baby/Toddler Story Time

Thurs. Feb. 13 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages up to 23 months │ Registration begins Jan. 30 Bring your babies and toddlers, and join other mothers and caregivers for stories, songs, music, fingerplays and socialization activities. Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Pajama Story Time

Thurs. Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration begins Jan. 30 Children ages 3-6 are welcome to come in their pajamas for this fun evening of stories, songs and a craft! Siblings are welcome. Children of all abilities are welcome

Movie Matinee

Sat. Feb. 15 at 2 p.m. │Ages 5 & up │ No Registration required│Snacks are welcome. Join us to watch a PG-rated movie. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Teen Advisory Board

Sat. Feb. 22 at 1:30 p.m. │Ages 12 & up Teens ages 12 and up are welcome to attend the Teen Advisory Board meeting. At the meeting teens will be able to share their ideas on programming, and how to attract more kids their age to the library. The meetings will be counted towards volunteer hours! Stuffed Animal Library Sleepover

Drop-off Tues. Feb. 25 between 10 a.m.-5 p.m. │Pick-up Wed. Feb. 26 between 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Drop-off a stuffed animal at the library for an overnight sleepover! Pick up your animal the next day and find out what your animal did with printouts and pictures!

CINNAMINSON LIBRARY

Music for Wee Folks

Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 6 months-5 years │Registration required Join Miss Jessica and for a musical hour of fun and singing. Wagging Tales

Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. │Ages 3-6 │Registration required Bow-wow! Join us for doggone good stories, songs, fingerplays and a puppy craft. 3D Art Craft

Thursday, Jan. 9 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 5-10 Pop in to the library to create some awesome art in 3D with chenille stems and plastic canvas. Bring your imagination. Family Movie Time

Saturday, Jan. 11 and Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. │Ages 4 & up with their caregiver│ Registration required Cozy up at the library, munch on some popcorn and pretzels, and enjoy a family movie together. See flyers in the library or call us for our “ upcoming attraction.” Snow Picnic

Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 12 p.m. │Ages 3-6 │Registration required Brrr! It’s cold outside, but warm and cozy at the library. Bring a bag lunch and join us for stories, songs and fingerplays while you EAT in the library!! The library will provide apple juice and “snow” cookies. Teen Book Club

Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. │Ages 12-18 │ Registration requested; walk-ins welcome This month will be Anime/Manga themed. Bring your favor-ite Manga Series (or stand alone graphic novel) for discus-sion. We will also begin to plan our very 1st Teen Magazine for 2014.


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Chess and Checkers Club

Thursdays, Jan. 16 & 30 and Feb. 13 & 27 at 4 p.m. │Ages 8-16 │ Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Calling all chess and checkers fans! Join us to play and please bring your chess set along if you have one. Refreshments will be served. NEW! Family Story Time: Meet the Author

Saturday, Jan. 18 at 2 p.m. │Ages 4 & up with their caregiver│ Registration required Meet local children’s author Mimi Cirillo and snuggle up for some good stories that she will share while enjoying family time at the library. Snack on yummy treats and create a wonderful craft together. Baby Time

Wednesday, Jan. 22 and Feb. 19 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages up to 23 months with their caregiver│ Registration required Oh baby! Wee ones will enjoy stories, songs, nursery rhymes, fingerplays and movement and socialization activities. Pajama Story Time

Wednesday, Jan. 22 and Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Wear your pj’s and bring your pillow or stuffed animal friend and snuggle down to listen to stories together. Craft Creation Lab-Board Games

Thursday, Jan. 23 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 7-16 │ Registration required Create and play your own unique board game. The focus will be on table top, individual play games. Bring your love of games and your imagination! Lego League

Saturday, Jan. 25 and Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. │Ages 7-17 │ Registration required│Snacks may be served. Join for creativity and imagination in action. Kids will work individually or in teams to complete the challenge, that will be revealed at the Lego League session. Please DO NOT bring your own Legos. After School Book Club

Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 5-9 │ Registration required Calling all Chapter Book Fans! Let’s read and share a book from the “My Weird School Daze” series. We will start with #1—“Mrs. Dole is Out of Control”. Listen to some of the story, discuss it a bit and share refreshments and a fun craft that that relates to the story .

Tumbling Time

Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 3-5 │ Registration required Get excited about exercise! Kids will build motor skills and coordination through movement, music, gymnastics, and games. Join us for fun and fitness. Registration is required.

I Love You Story Time

Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. │ Ages 3-6│ Registration required Join us for stories, songs, and finger plays to celebrate Valentine’s Day and make a LOVE-ly craft. Teen Book Club

Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. │Ages 12-19 │ Registration requested; walk-ins welcome This month’s theme….TBD!! Please call the library for more info closer to the date. Snow Much Fun Craft

Thursday, Feb. 6 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 5-10 │ Registration required│Snacks may be served. Brrr! It’s cold outside. Join us for a cozy afternoon of snow related crafts inside the warm library. Library Lovers Month Book Swap

Saturday, Feb. 15 at 1:30 p.m. │Ages 12-18 │Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Clean out your book shelves for the Teen Library Lovers Book Swap! Come in with books to trade and paint your own tote bag to carry your swag in. Teddy Bear Tales

Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration required Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear turn around! Bring your favorite Teddy Bear and join us stories, songs, fingerplays and a “beary” fun craft! Karate Workshop

Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 5-12 │ Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Join us for an awesome demonstration of karate moves and plenty of participation. This introductory class will be presented by Action Karate. NEW! Gravity Falls Party

Thursday, Feb. 20 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 7-15 │Registration required Come see what this awesome show is all about, make crafts, and enjoy Gravity Falls inspired snacks. Why? Because Grunkle Stan says, that’s why. Tumbling Tots

Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 18-34 months │Registration required Enjoy exercise, music and movement activities. Caregiver and child will have fun “tumbling “ together. Yoga Tyme

Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration required Be a tree, a bird, a mountain… Join Miss Janet for this innovative program that incorporates learning concepts, music, and finger plays into a fun-filled yoga experience.


EVESHAM LIBRARY

Tumblin’ Tots

Monday, Jan. 6 and Feb. 10 at 10:30 a.m. (2-3 year olds) and 11a.m. (3-5 year olds) │ Registration required Join Tumblin’ Tots for a fun time of music, movement, and tumbling as they bring their gym to us. Child and caregiver should dress comfortably. Siblings must remain seated.

Snow Tales

Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration required Let it snow! Get out of the cold and join us for stories and songs about snow, sledding, and winter fun. We will talk about the letter “S” and make a wintry craft.

Library Babies

Thursday, Jan. 9 and Feb. 6 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 12-24 months│ Registration required Join other caregivers and babies for stories, songs, music movement, fingerplays and socialization activities.

Lego Club Thursday, Jan. 9 at 4 p.m. and Feb. 27 at 4 p.m. │Ages 6-12│Registration required Kids will work individually or in teams to create the month’s challenge. The challenge will be revealed at the Lego Club session. Please DO NOT bring your own Legos. Snacks may be served. **Please list any food allergies*

Math is Fun with Kit

Thursday Jan. 9 and Feb.13 at 6:30 p.m.│Ages 7-9 │Registration required This program is designed to make math fun by combining classroom lessons and interactive games

Bear Tales

Monday, Jan. 13 at 10:30 a.m.│ Ages 3-6 │Registration required Join Ms. Holly for a “beary” fun storytime and craft. Talk about the letter “B,” listen to stories , & sing songs.

Yoga Tyme

Wednesday, Jan. 15 and Feb. 5 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 4-6│Registration required Join Ms. Janet for this innovative program that incorporates sign language, music, rhythm and fingerplay into a 30-minute Yoga session.

Kids Can Cook

Thursday, Jan. 16 at 4 p.m. │Ages 6-9│Registration required Join Ms. Holly & Ms. Ashley, a registered dietician from the Shop Rite of Marlton, for some kid-friendly cooking. We will be making a delicious snack with seasonal ingredients. (Please list all food allergies.)

Sew Cool: Tote Bag Craft

Saturday, Jan. 18 at 3 p.m. │Ages 9-18│Registration required Join Ms. Elayna as we make mini-tote bags to carry our favorite books or other stuff!

NEW Parachute Play

Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-4 │Registration required Join us for a half hour of parachute games and playtime. Must be accompanied by a caregiver. Time for Twos and Threes

Thursday, Jan. 23 and Feb. 20 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-3 │Registration required Join Ms. Mary for stories, songs and fun. This program is for children accompanied by an adult.

Itsy Bitsy Time

Saturday, Jan. 25 & Wed. Feb. 26 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 6-12 months │Registration required Join Ms. Jenn for a fun activity with motion and music for babies. Best with one adult per child. Bring a blanket. Siblings must remain seated. Little Movers and Shakers

Saturday, Jan. 25 & Feb. 8 and Wed. Jan. 29 & Feb. 26 at 11:15 a.m. │Ages 2-4 years │Registration required Children are invited to join Miss Jenn for a half-hour of musical fun and movement. Siblings who attend must remain seated.

Family Craft Night

Monday, Jan. 27 at 6:30 p.m. │Ages 4 & up │No registration required. Drop in anytime between 6:30 and 8:00 with your family for some fun winter crafts. All Ages Welcome, although crafts are best suited for ages 4 & Up. All materials will be provid-ed, as supplies last ... just bring your creativity. Wagging Tales

Monday, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. │All ages │Registration required Come and meet the dogs from Leashes of Love, who visit us each month for reading and fun. Learn all kinds of interest-ing things about dogs, practice reading, & bring your fami-ly. It’s a dog-a-bration!

Snack Attack

Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6 │Registration required Join Ms. Holly and Ms. Ashley, R.D. from the Shop Rite of Marlton, as we read a story and learn how to prepare a delicious & healthy snack using seasonal ingredients. (Please list any food allergies.) Abrakadoodle

Wednesdays, Jan. 29 & Feb. 19 at 4 p.m. │Ages 5-10│Registration required Calling all artists! Kids will explore, create and learn while using their imagination to create their own masterpiece.

Boppin Babies

Wednesday, Jan. 29 and Saturday, Feb. 8 at 10:30 p.m. │Ages 12-24 months│ Registration required Join Ms. Jenn for a fun circle time with parachute play and more. Best with one adult per child. Siblings must remain seated.


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Pokemon Battle Club

Saturday, Feb. 1 at 2 p.m. │Ages 7-16│Registration required Join Ms. Elayna as we battle other Pokemon trainers in either Pokemon X and Y or the trading card game! Valentine Card

Sunday, Feb. 2 at 2 p.m. │Ages 3-16 Create your own Valentine cards using our cut-outs. Cat Tales

Monday, Feb. 3 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6 │Registration required Meow … join Ms. Holly for a storytime all about cats . Listen to stories about cat secrets, sing songs, and make a furry craft. Knitting Club

Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 4 p.m. │Ages 8-18 │Registration required│Yarn and instruction provided. Beginners and advanced knitters are welcome to join this 4-week knitting class. By the end of the series, you leave with a completed project. BRING SIZE 10 KNITTING NEEDLES. Snack Attack

Thursday, Feb. 13 at 1 p.m. │Ages 3-6│ Registration required We will read a story and learn how to prepare a delicious & healthy snack for Valentine’s Day. (list any allergies.) Kids Can Cook

Thursday, Feb. 13 at 4 p.m. │Ages 6-9│ Registration required Join us for some kid-friendly cooking. We will be making a snack to celebrate Valentine’s Day. (List all food allergies.) Valentine Storytime

Friday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration required Love is in the air. A special storytime all about Valentine’s Day. Make a Valentine for someone that you love. Warriors Club Sunday, Feb.16 at 2 p.m.│Ages 7-15│Registration required Join Ms. Elayna as we dive into the world of Erin Hunter's "Warriors" books! We'll be creating our own clan, choosing warrior names, and other activities based on the book series. NEW! Parachute Play

Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-4 with caregiver │ Registration required Join us for a half hour of parachute games and playtime. Snowflake window ornament

Sunday, Feb. 23 at 2 p.m. │Ages 3-16 Create a snowflake ornament to hang in your window.

National Children's Dental Health Month Activity Tuesday, Feb. 25 and Thursday, Feb. 27 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6│Registration required│Goodie bags included! Join Ms. Renee for a fun activity about your teeth. Wagging Tales

Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. │All ages│ Registration required Come and meet the dogs from Leashes of Love, who visit us each month for reading and fun. Learn all kinds of interesting things about dogs, practice reading & bring your family.

MAPLE SHADE LIBRARY

Polar Bear Storytime

Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 11 a.m.│ Ages 6 & under Polar Bear, Polar Bear what do I see? I see a storytime all about you. Join us for stories, songs, and a simple craft all about polar bears.

Baby Time

Friday, Jan. 10 at 11 a.m.│ Ages up to 23 months This storytime for our youngest patrons features stories, songs, and movement for the very young and their caregivers. We meet every other Friday morning. Minecraft

Friday, Jan. 10 at 3:30 p.m. │Ages 7-16 If you love Minecraft, come to the library right after school. Feel free to bring your laptop or device that you usually play on and show off your world. Snacks will be served. Teen Craft- Bookends

Monday, Jan. 13 from 4-8 p.m. │Ages 12 & up Teens can drop in any time between 4pm and 8pm to make a designer bookend for their home collection. The library will supply the bookends and the crafting supplies in the teen section. Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, Jan. 14 at 7 p.m. │Ages 6 & under │ No registration required. Get your jammies on and join us at the library for stories, songs, and rhymes. Snuggle in for some great stories and make a cool craft. Family Movie

Saturday, Jan. 18 at 1 p.m. │Family program │ No registration required. Join us for a family friendly feature film on the big screen. Feel free to bring snacks and wear comfy clothes. Post Office Storytime

Tuesday, Jan. 21at 11 a.m.│ Ages 6 & under │ No registration required. It’s mail time! Join us for stories, crafts, and play as we feature the Post Office in our career storytime. Baby Time

Friday, Jan. 24 and Feb. 7 at 11 a.m. │Ages up to 23 months │ No registration required. This storytime for our youngest patrons features stories, songs, and movement for the very young and their caregivers. We meet every other Friday morning. Lego League

Friday, Jan. 24 at 3:30 p.m. │Ages 7-16 Please note the new day and time. Work in groups or individually to complete this month’s challenge. Please do not bring Legos from home.


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Snowflake Storytime

Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 11 a.m. │Ages 6 & under Snowflakes dance! Join us for stories, songs, and a simple craft that celebrates the change in the weather. Snacks may be served. Family Movie

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 1 p.m.│ Family program │ No registration required. Join us for a family friendly feature film on the big screen. Feel free to bring snacks and wear comfy clothes. Pajama Storytime

Tuesday, Feb.11 at 7 p.m.│ Ages 6 & under │ No registration required. Get your jammies on and join us at the library for stories, songs, and rhymes. Snuggle in for some great stories and make a cool craft. Candy Bingo

Friday, Feb. 14 at 4 p.m. │Ages 5-12 │ No registration required. It’s Valentine’s Day, let’s celebrate by eating candy! Join us for a few rounds of Candy Bingo, where the winners take home the tasty prizes. Teen Craft: Popsicle Stick Wrist Cuffs

Monday, Feb. 10 from 4-8 p.m. │Ages 12 & up│ Teens can drop in any time between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. to make a cool wrist cuff from popsicle sticks. The library will supply all material in the teen section. Chef Storytime

Tuesday, Feb.18 at 11 a.m. │Ages 6 & under Order up! Storytime faces the heat of the kitchen as we focus on the chef. Join us for stories, songs, and a simple craft. 3D Art Craft

Monday, Feb. 24 at 4 p.m. │Ages 5-10 │ No registration required. Pop in to the library after class to create some awesome art in 3D with chenille stems and plastic canvas. Bring your imagination! Baby Time

Friday, Feb. 28 at 11 a.m. │Ages up to 23 months │ No registration required. This storytime for our youngest patrons features stories, songs, and movement for the very young and their caregivers. We meet every other Friday morning. Lego League

Friday, Feb. 28 at 3:30 p.m. │Ages 7-16 Please note the new date and time. Work in groups or indi-vidually to complete this month’s challenge. Please do not bring Legos from home.

PEMBERTON LIBRARY

Baby Story Time

Fridays, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 and Feb. 7, 21 & 28 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages up to 17 months with their caregiver Join us for story time for babies! We’ll enjoy stories, finger plays, songs & play time together. Icicle Make-n-Take Craft

Saturday, Jan. 4-Sunday, Jan. 5│All ages Drop in anytime during library hours to make a hanging icicle craft in the Children’s Area. Craft materials will be available while supplies last. Picture This!: Edgar Degas

Sunday, Jan. 5 at 2 p.m. │Ages 5 & up Join us for this special art program where you will learn more about artist Edgar Degas and create your own art using his technique! Ready Readers

Mondays, Jan. 6, 13 & 27 and Feb. 3, 10 & 24 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 3 & up Join us after school for a story time with a focus on early literacy activities! Knit/Crochet Club

Mondays, Jan. 6, 13 & 27 and Feb. 3, 10 & 24 at 6:30 p.m. │Ages 7 & up Want to learn how to knit/crochet? Or just hang out and knit/crochet? Join us! Beginners: please come prepared with size 10 knitting needles or a size H crochet hook (or bigger) and we’ll supply the practice yarn. Learn basic stitches to get started on a project. Library Legos

Tuesday, Jan. 7 and Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. │Grades K-5 │No registration required Teams and/or individuals will be given themes to build from Legos in an hour. Sponsored by Pemberton Library TAB. Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Tuesdays, Jan. 7 and Feb. 4at 6 p.m. │Grades 6-12 Members will run the Library Legos program! We also need your suggestions for programs, materials, etc! Earn volunteer hours & have your voice heard! Did we mention it looks good on a college application? Story Time Wednesdays, Jan. 8, 15, 22 & 29 and Feb. 5, 19 & 26 at 10:30 a.m. OR 11:30 a.m. │Ages 18 months & up with their caregiver Join us for stories, a simple craft and play time together! Parachute Play

Thursday, Jan. 9 & 30 and Feb. 6 & 27 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-4 with their caregiver Children can join us for a half hour of parachute games and play time together!


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Movie Time: MONSTERS UNIVERSITY

Thursday, Jan. 9 at 6 p.m. OR Saturday, Jan. 11 at 2 p.m. │All ages No registration is required to enjoy the movie Monsters University, rated PG, on our big screen! Book Club: Grades K-2

Tuesday, Jan. 14 at 4:15 p.m. │Grades K-2 Discover a love of reading at this book club for kids in grades K-2. Enjoy an afternoon snack & an activity while discussing this month’s book: Bark, George by Jules Feiffer. Teen Book Club: Paper Towns

Sunday, Jan.19 at 1:30 p.m. │Grades 6-12 Talk to other teens about books you’ve been reading! Join us for pizza and a movie while talking about this month’s chosen book, Paper Towns by John Green. Books are cho-sen by the Teen Advisory Board members. Registration is not necessary, but no registration = no pizza. Book Club: Grades 3-6

Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 4:15 p.m. │Grades 3-6 Talk to other kids about what you’ve been reading in a book club just for kids in grades 3-6! Join us for an afternoon snack and activity while we discuss this month’s book: The BFG by Roald Dahl. Family Craft

Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 5 & up with their families │ Registration required. Please register everyone attending. Kids and their caregivers can join us to decorate a bird-house & make a birdfeeder to hang outside! Bring a smock or wear clothes to paint in for this messy craft. *Warning: peanut butter will be used for the birdfeeder.

Chinese New Year Make-n-Take Craft

Thursday, Jan. 30 from 3-8 p.m. │All ages │ No registration necessary Drop in anytime from 3- 8 p.m. to make a dragon puppet for Chinese New Year in the Children’s Area. American Girl Tea

Sunday, Feb. 2 at 2 p.m. │Ages 7 & up │ Registration required; Space is limited to 15. Warm up with some hot cocoa or tea, enjoy refreshments and learn how to weave a friendship bracelet for you and your doll! Love Movie Thursdays

Thursdays, Feb. 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 6 p.m. │All ages Enjoy a movie all about L-O-V-E every Thursday in February on our big screen! Popcorn will be served on a first come, first served basis. 2/6: LITTLE MANHATTAN (PG), 2/13: LADY & THE TRAMP (G), 2/20: PENELOPE (PG), 2/27: ENCHANTED (PG).

Valentine’s Day Party

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. │Ages 4 & up │ Registration required Visit the library for a party filled with hearts, love & valentine wishes! We’ll play games, make some valentine’s, & enjoy refreshments! Pixelated Perler Craft

Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 4 p.m. │Ages 9 & up │ Registration required Use iron-on perler beads to make pixelated characters from your favorite 8-bit video games. Make a set of magnets or coasters for yourself or to give as a gift! Valentine Make-n-Take Craft

Thursday, Feb. 13 from 3-8 p.m. │All ages Drop in anytime between 3:00 and 8:00 pm to make paper Valentine’s in the Children’s Area. Craft materials will be available while supplies last. Book Club: Grades K-2

Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 4:15 p.m. │Grades k-2 Discover a love of reading at this book club for kids in grades K-2. Enjoy an afternoon snack & an activity while discussing this month’s book: A Splendid Friend, Indeed by Suzanne Bloom Toddler Dance Party

Thursday, Feb. 20 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 9 months & up with their caregivers Get out of the house and get ready for a half hour of music and movement. We’ll do the chicken dance, sing interactive songs and other activities with instruments and movement. Book Club: Grades 3-6

Thursday, Feb. 20 at 4:15 p.m. │Grades 3-6 Talk to other kids about what you’ve been reading in a book club just for kids ! Join us for an afternoon snack and activity while we discuss this month’s book: Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt. Teen Book Club: DELIRIUM

Sunday, Feb. 23 at 1:30 p.m. │Grades 6-12 Talk to other teens about books you’ve been reading! Join us for pizza and a movie while talking about this month’s chosen book, Delirium by Lauren Oliver. Books are chosen by the Teen Advisory Board members. Registration is not necessary, but no registration = no pizza. Family Craft

Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 5 & up and their families│ Registration required. Please register everyone attending. Kids and their caregivers can join us to make! Refreshments will be served.


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Lego Club

Jan. 6, 16 & 30 and Feb. 3, 10, 18, & 27 at 4 p.m. │Ages 6-12 Join our Lego Club for creativity and imagination in action. Kids can work individually or in teams to create the month’s challenge. The theme will be revealed at the Lego Club session. Please DO NOT bring your own Legos. Toddler Time

Wednesdays , Jan. 8 & Feb. 5 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-3 Two and three year olds are invited to join Miss Danielle for fun stories, songs, and a craft! Kids Can Cook

Tuesdays, Jan. 7& Feb. 4 at 12 p.m. │Ages 4-6 Join Miss Niki from the Shop Rite of Medford for some kid-friendly cooking. Children will sample new foods while learning about nutrition and sharing. Storytime with Mr. Rick

Tuesdays, Jan. 14 & 28 and Feb. 11 & 25 at 1:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 9 & 23 and Feb. 6 & 20 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 4-6 Come join Mr. Rick for stories of all kinds to be followed by an engaging & creative activity! Paws to Read

Wednesdays, Jan. 15 & 29 at 3:30 p.m. with Ocho Tuesdays, Feb. 11 & 25 at 3:30 p.m. with Ocho Saturdays, Jan. 4 & Feb. 8 at 10 a.m. with Daisy Children are welcome to practice their reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a registered therapy dog. Ocho, is a lovable 4 year old German Shepherd and Daisy is an adorable 6 year old Golden Retriever. They love to hear a good story. Reading to dogs has been shown to increase literacy skills and confidence in children. Sign up for a 15-minute slot and see what it's all about! Yoga Pretzels

Thursdays, Jan. 9 & 23 and Feb. 6 & 20 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 6-12 Yoga Pretzels is a fun and vibrant way to get kids bending, breathing, twisting, and stretching. Guided meditation at the end of the session will help kids develop focus, self-awareness, and a sense of calm. Library Babies

Fridays, Jan. 10 & Feb. 7 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages up to 24 months and their caregiver Our littlest library-goers are invited to join Miss Danielle for stories, songs, rhymes, and play time. Knitting Club

Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 14, 21 & 28 at 4 p.m. │Ages 7-16 During this three-week series, kids will learn the basics of knitting. By the end of the series, kids will leave with a completed project. Please bring size 10 knitting needles. The yarn will be provided.

Snack Attack

Wednesdays, Jan. 22 & Feb. 19 │12 p.m. for ages 4-6 │ 4 p.m. for ages 7-12 Join Miss Niki from the Shop Rite of Medford for an activity and a lesson on how to prepare a healthy snack. Parachute Play

Fridays, Jan. 24 and Feb. 21at 10:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. │Ages 2-4 Children ages 2-4 yrs. are welcome to join us for a half hour of parachute games and play time together! Must be accompanied by a caregiver.

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Story Hour Tuesday

Tuesday, Jan. 7, 14, 21 & 28 and Feb. 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 10 a.m. │For preschoolers│ No registration required. Preschool children are invited to the Riverton Library Story Hour. Join us for fingerplay, books, flannel stories and coloring. Story Hour Thursday

Thursdays, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 and Feb. 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 10 a.m. │For preschoolers│ No registration required. Preschool children are invited to join in the fun every Thursday. Join us for music, fingerplay, books, and coloring. Family Movie Night

Friday, Jan. 3 at 6:30 p.m. │Family program │ No registration required. It’s Family Movie Night! Kids, wear your pajamas and bring a pillow and blanket to watch a movie on the big screen TV. Check our website for details. Join us for light refreshments and a related craft after the movie.


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Hip-Hop

Saturday, Jan. 11at 1:30 p.m. │Ages 4-10 │ No registration required. Join dance instructor Miss Sara from Performance Studios to learn all the latest dance moves. This family program begins promptly at 1:30 pm. Saturday Crafternoon of Penguins

Saturday, Jan.18 at 1:30 p.m. │Ages 4 & up │ No registration required I heart Penguins. If you heart penguins, join us as we read stories and sing songs about penguins. Then make penguins to take home. Saturday Crafternoon of Snowmen

Jan. 25 at 1:30 p.m. │ Ages 4 & up │ No registration required We will read stories and sing songs about snowmen. Then we will make fun snowmen to take home. Hip-Hop

Saturday, Feb. 1at 1:30 p.m. │Ages 4-10 │ No registration required Join dance instructor Miss Sara from Performance Studios to learn all the latest dance moves. The Program begins promptly at 1:30 pm. Family Movie Night

Friday, Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m. │Family program │ No registration required. Its Family Movie Night! Wear your pajamas and bring a pillow and blanket to watch a movie on the big screen TV. Check our website for details. We will have light refreshments and a related craft after the movie. Saturday Crafternoon : Making Valentine Cards Saturday, Feb. 8 at 1:30 p.m. │Family program│ No registration required. Get creative at the Riverton Library by making your own origami valentines! Participants will learn to fold various origami hearts to use as embellishments for beautiful cards. Participants under 7 will need help from parents. Saturday Crafternoon-Wii Fun Play Day.

Saturday, Feb. 15 at 1:30 p.m.│ Family program │ No registration required. Join us for an afternoon of family fun! Bring your favorite Wii games to the library and use our big screen TV to play them with your friends. Everyone gets a turn! A sign-up sheet will be out for you to choose a time to play with your friends. While you wait play board games or make your own board game to play with your friends.

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County Library

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984 Tuckerton Road | Marlton, NJ 08053 (856) 983-1444

Maple Shade Library

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Pemberton Library

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Pinelands Library

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Riverton Free Library

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