Burlington County Library System July/August 2014 Our Summer Reading Program, Fizz, Boom, Read!, is in full swing at BCLS. Join in the fun at any BCLS location. Check inside for details of programs planned just for you. Or visit our website www.bcls.lib.nj.us COUNTY LIBRARY Monday @ the Movies Mondays at 2 p.m. July 7, 14, 21 & 28 and August 4, 11, 18 & 25 All ages Children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Escape the summer heat at the library! Bring the family and enjoy a PG movie in our new auditorium. Call the library or check our website for titles. *All movies are subject to change without notice* Unscheduled Programming for Teens Ages 12-18 only In the teen zone during library hours Introducing Unscheduled Programming for teens - activities you can do on your schedule, not the library s! Origami-week of June 30 We supply the origami paper and instruction books, you supply the folding! Teen Coloring Pages-week of July 21 Use your artistic talents and tackle some really challenging science themed coloring pages for teens! Periodic Table Challenge-week of August 4 Take part in the Periodic Table word challenge! Library Hounds Mondays at 1 p.m., July 7, 14, 21 & 28 and August 4, 11 & 18 Ages 5-10 Registration required Children will have an opportunity to meet the dogs, learn a little something about them and sign up to take turns reading to the dogs. Ernie and Neal Tuesday, July 1 at 2 p.m. A family program Registration is requested; walk-ins welcome If high energy, fun loving family music is what you ve been looking for, then look no further. Ernie & Neal are the number-one, high-energy, mega-fun rock band for kids. Children will enjoy making music, dancing, and singing with the band. www.ernieandneal.com Fizz, Boom, Read: It s Magic Wednesday, July 2 at 2 p.m. Family Program Registration is requested; walk-ins welcome Join Henry the Magic Rabbit, and Jules the Silly Scientist Puppet as they make your library Fizz & Boom this summer! Packed with magic, comedy, and tons of audience participation! Sponsored by the Friends of the Burlington County Library, Inc. Scales and Tails (Reptile Adaptations) Thursday, July 3 at 2 p.m. Ages 5-12 Registration begins June 19 What fascinating group of animals has scales and tails? The reptiles do! This program includes a hands-on interaction with Rancocas resident reptiles and shares information about reptile biology and adaptations. Time for 3 s and 4 s. Tuesdays, July 8 & 29 and August 12 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 & 4 with an adult Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Children are invited to enjoy books, songs, rhymes, finger plays and movement. Siblings, grandparents and other family members are welcome. NEW! Lockheed Martin presents.stem! Tuesday, July 8 and Wednesday, August 13 at 1 p.m. For kids in grades 6-8 Registration begins June 30 and July 30 Join us at the library for a fun-filled, hands-on hour of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) brought to you by the engineers at Lockheed Martin. A little learning, a little experimenting, and a lot of fun! Legos at the Library Tuesday, July 8 & August 26 at 6 p.m. Friday, July 18 ay 2 p.m. Thursday, August 14 at 3 p.m. Ages 6-13 Registration required 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! Please DO NOT bring Legos from home. Toddlers & Twos Wednesdays, July 9, 16 & 23 and August 6 & 13 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. Eric Dasher Brain Wash Game Thursday, July 10 at 2 p.m. A family program Registration begins June 12 If you have never been to an Eric Dasher show, you must! This is the most fun a person can have in a day! Real contestant podiums with flashing lights, digital scoring and a lightning fast "Lockout System" keeps the action going. This show is high energy and full of audience participation! Sponsored by the Friends of the Burlington County Library, Inc. Let Your Imagination Fly Friday, July 11and August 22 at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 22 at 2 p.m. Ages 6-13 Registration required 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. Time for Tales with Mr. Rick Fridays, July 11, 18 & 25 and August 1, 15, 22 & 29 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-6 Registration requested ; walk-ins welcome Join us for stories of all kinds and an engaging & creative activity. Yoga with Miss Debbie Saturdays, July 12 & August 9 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 5-12 Registration begins June 1 & July 12 Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or towel. The Great Science Fiction Trivia Challenge Saturday, July 12 at 2 p.m. Ages 12-18 How much do you really know about teen science fiction books, movies and television shows? Match your wits against others of your species! Snacks and prizes! To register, or for more details, call (609) 267-9660 x3027.
COUNTY LIBRARY CONTINUED... NEW! Sharpie Tie Dye Tuesday, July 15 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 7-12 Registration required Experiment with your artistry and creativity. You will be required to bring a white/light colored T-Shirt or Tank Top. Everything else will be provided. Stuffed Animal Sleepover Tuesday, July 15 drop off your stuffed animal by 2 p.m. Pick them back up after 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 16 All ages Bring in your stuffed animal for a sleep over then when you pick them up you will receive a journal of what your friend did in the library after it closed! HQ Teen Advisory Board Tuesday, July 15 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 Good eats, great company, and you get to voice your opinions! This is a special meeting, since we ll be working with the teen volunteers to take pictures for the little kids stuffed animal sleepover. For more information, contact the YA Librarian, Kathleen Gruver, at (609) 267-9660 X3027 or email kgruver@bcls.lib.nj.us. Brian Richards Beginner Magic Workshop Thursday, July 17 at 2 p.m. Ages 6-13 registration begins July 3 In just one hour, you will learn how to perform easy magic tricks with a regular deck of cards, coins, and other common household objects. *Participants are asked to bring a deck of cards. Sponsored by the Friends of the Burlington County Library, Inc. Super Saturday Saturdays, July 19 & August 2 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-6 Registration begins July 5 & July 19 Join Miss Marsha for a Super Saturday story time and craft! Mad Science Presents Up, Up, and Away Tuesday, July 22 at 2 p.m. Family Program Registration requested Have you always wanted to figure out how planes fly! This is the show that can teach you! You will be amazed at the awesome properties of air pressure and what it can do to a roll of toilet paper! Amazing answers await! Sponsored by the Friends of Burlington County Library, Inc. NEW! Scratch Art Creativity Wednesday, July 23 at 3 p.m. Ages 7-12 Registration required Join us to make a keepsake piece of art using the scratch technique. Summertime Sing-Along Thursday, July 24 at 10:30 a.m. Ages up to 6 Registration requested; walk-ins welcome as space permits Sing along to favorite and familiar childhood songs and some new ones too! Sponsored by the Friends of Burlington County Library, Inc. NEW! Make your own Oobleck! Thursday July 24 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 7-12 Registration begins July 10 Come read Bartholemew and the Oobleck with Miss Doneanne. Make your own oobleck after! NEW! Curious George Storytime! Monday, July 28 at 4 p.m. Ages 4-6 with a caregiver Registration begins July 14 Join us for a fun-filled storytime! We ll read stories, sing and create a craft! Bedtime Storytime Tuesday July 29 at 6:30 pm Ages 3-6 Registration begins July 15 Put on your PJs and bring your favorite stuffed animal friend to enjoy stories and a small craft. Magic by Leonardo Thursday, July 31 at 2 p.m. Family program Registration begins July 10 Join us for a fun-filled experience combining magic and comedy! You just may be picked from the audience to be a part of the show! End of Summer Reading Lock-in Friday, Aug. 3 from 7 p.m. 12 midnight Ages 12-18 Registration is required in person beginning July 12 Pizza! Duct tape! Freeze tag! Sardines (the game, not the fish)! All this and more at our annual Library Lock-in! The lock-in lasts from 7 p.m. till midnight. Registration and permission slip are required. For permission slips and/or more information check with the Youth Services Desk, or call (609) 267-9660 X3027. Permission slips are required and will be available beginning July 12. NEW! Rock in Art Tuesday, Aug. 5 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 7-12 Registration required For this creative program we will be decorating rocks with colored sharpies. NEW! Minute To Win It Wednesday, August 6 at 6 p.m. Ages 7 & up Registration begins July 23 Join us for Minute To Win It inspired games. We will play head to head rounds of whacky tasks to see who can have the most fun in a minute! The clock starts in 3, 2 Discover Science: The World of Why! Thursday, August 7 at 2 p.m. Ages 2-12 Registration begins July 17 Everyone loves Ms. Laura Kaighn s programs! Be sure to join us for another hands on, up close, storytelling adventure and remember you get to check out her explorer s kit too! Sponsored by the Friends of the Burlington County Library, Inc. Potions Tuesday, August 12 at 2 p.m. Family program Registration requested Storytelling meets science in this interactive and humorous show about an underground laboratory filled with mysteries. Kids will explore the laboratory's secrets while using dry ice to learn about the three states of matter. Sponsored by the Friends of the Burlington County Library, Inc Go Green with Paper Beads Tuesday August 19 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 9-12 Registration requested Make your own recycled paper bead jewelry with Miss Doneanne. Music, Dance, Crafts! Wednesday, August 20 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-6 Registration begins August 6 Check out what your local YMCA has to offer at this fun-filled program! NEW! Mother Daughter Book Club Thursday August 28 at 6 p.m. Ages 9-13 Registration begins July 31 Please read 11 Birthdays by Wendy Mass then, come discuss the book and enjoy a few snacks with Miss Doneanne and other mothers and daughters. BORDENTOWN LIBRARY Summer Reading Clubs June 23-Aug. 15 Ages birth-18 years Blast right into this year s Summer Reading Clubs! Make sure to pick up your packets for our explosive program this year, Fizz Boom Read, for our Early Literacy and 3-12 year olds and Spark a Reaction for the teens! Make sure to stop by on Mondays to see what crazy concoctions we ll be mixing up and throughout the week we ll be having many surprises and activities and on Fridays we ll be featuring science themed movies. King Me! June 23-Aug. 15 Ages 5 & up Fancy a game of checkers or chess? Join us all summer long as we host games of chess and checkers. Stop by any time Monday through Friday for a fun game or two! Crafting for Tweens Tuesday, July 1at 2 p.m. Ages 7-12 Registration begins June 17 Tweens are invited to celebrate 4 th of July with a patriotic themed craft! Big Blocks & Legos Wednesday, July 2 & 29 at 2 p.m. and August 13 at 10:30 a.m. Ages up to 12 No registration required Children up to 6 will have loads of fun creating, while learning colors, shapes, concepts, and practice in manual dexterity. The sky is the limit for kids ages 7-12! Let your imagination soar! Create whatever structure you like just as long as it fits in the program room! New! Yoga for Kids Thursday, July 3 at 2 p.m. Ages 5 & up Registration begins June 19 Children are invited to come enjoy beginner's yoga for kids! Stretching, coordination, and balance will all be practiced during this fun class! Please bring a yoga mat if you have one, if not, one will be provided. 3-6 Year Old Story Time Monday, July 7, Tuesday, July 22, Wednesday, August 6 and Friday, August 15 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-6 Registration begins June 23, July 8, July 23 & August 1 Children are invited to a themed story time! Enjoy songs, stories, and a craft! Mad Science Mondays! Monday, July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4 & 11at 2 p.m. Ages 7 & up Registration opens 3 weeks before each program and is required Kids 7 & older are invited to join us on Mondays throughout the summer for fun science experiments. What kind of crazy concoctions will we be making this week? Stop by and find out! Registration requested, but not required.
BORDENTOWN LIBRARY CONTINUED... New! Meet Pippi Longstocking! Tuesday, July 8 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 & up Registration begins June 24 The American Swedish Society proudly presents "Meet Pippi Longstocking!" In this fun and interactive program, children are invited to act out Pippi's antics by becoming "thing finders," playing Pippi's games, creating a Dala horse craft and tasting Pippi's famous cookies - pepparkakor. New! Teen DIY: Monster Bookmarks! Tuesday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 12 & up Registration begins June 24 Do you like your monsters scary, silly or cute? Teen s ages 12-18 are invited to find out when they create their own monster bookmarks to take home! Family Balloon Workshop Wednesday, July 23 and Thursday, August 7 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 10 & up Registration begins July 9 and July 24 Children with a parent or guardian, will learn from Ryan the Balloon Guy how to make balloon shapes, like poodles, dinosaurs, hearts, flowers, and swords! Tumblin Tots Thursday, July 24 & Tuesday, August 5 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 18-25 months Registration begins July 10 & July 22 Join us for Tumblin Tots and a fun time of music, movement, and tumbling as they bring their gym to us. Child and caregiver should dress comfortably. New! History to Go: Benjamin Franklin Wednesday, July 9 at 7 p.m. Ages 5 & older Registration begins June 25 Children are invited to take a step back into history and explore the life of Benjamin Franklin! This interactive program will give an inside look at the history of one our country's founding fathers. K-9 Reading Time Thursday, July 10 & Tuesday, July 22 at 2 p.m. All ages Registration begins June 26 Dogs love to listen to stories too! Enjoy reading to Shasta the certified Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dog! Some of the benefits of reading to dogs include building self-esteem and increasing literacy skills. All reading levels are welcome. Slots are for 15 minutes. Teen Cupcake Wars Thursday, July 10 at 6:30 p.m. Ages12-18 Registration begins June 26 Teens are invited to compete in a cupcake decorating competition! Sci-Fi Movie Fridays! Friday, July 11, 17, 25 and August 1, 8 & 15 at 2 p.m. Ages 5 & older No registration required Snacks are welcome Kids are invited to join us for this movie series. Every Friday during Summer Reading we will be showing a science themed PG rated movie. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. New! The Good, The Bad and the Bug-ly! Tuesday, July 15 3 p.m. Ages 6-12 Registration begins July 1 Kids are invited to learn about the wonderful world of bugs! Insects are one of the largest groups of animals on the planet. Through hands-on activities, insect samples, and explorations, participants will learn about the invertebrate life cycle and how not everyone needs to have a backbone to be strong and survive. * New! Science Story Time! Wednesday, July 16 at 2 p.m. Ages 3 & up Registration begins July 2 "What do elephants, Little Miss Muffet, a couple of frogs, a king, a piece of cheese and plastic have in common? Find out as storyteller Denise McCormack connects stories to science for an afternoon of family entertainment." New! Teen Jenga Wednesday, July 16 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 No registration required Teens are invited to play the game Jenga with a big twist! Not only will the fun be huge, so will the pieces! New! Fitness Rock and Roll! Thursday, July 17 at 2 p.m. Ages 3 & older Registration begins July 3 Movin, rockin' and rollin' has never been so much fun! Please join multi nominated, Grammy winning, featured artist Miss Amy for lots of singing, dancing and fitness fun! This program will be held at the Bordentown Regional Middle School. New! Teen DIY: Collage Thursday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 Registration begins July 10 We will be repurposing magazines into creative art that you can take home! Boardwalk Arcade! Tuesday, July 29 at 2 p.m. All ages No registration required Bring the competition to this fun summer-time themed arcade. Enjoy refreshments as the games heat up! New! Bach 2 Rock! Thursday, July 31at 2 p.m. All ages Registration begins July 17 Get ready for an amazing experience! Performer Caryn Lin has wowed audiences at the Kimmel Center and now she is performing for us! You will experience three dimensional sound as she plays the electric violin! This program will be held at the Bordentown Regional Middle School. Tween Book Club: Big Nate: in a Class by Himself! Thursday, July 31 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 7-12 Registration begins July 17 Tweens are invited to join us for an evening of discussion and activities based on this month s book selection: "Big Nate: in a class by himself" by Lincoln Peirce. Registration requested but not required. Snacks are provided! New! Play & Learn Wednesday, August 6 at 2 p.m. Ages 3 & up Registration not required Children are invited to play games while learning pre-writing and pre-reading skills. Learning has never been so much fun! New! Mommy & Me Sing-A-Long Tuesday, August 12 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 18-35 months ; Parent/Guardian must be present with their child. Registration begins July 29 Come along on a sing-a-long journey that involves Kim, a guitar and some of the most beloved sing-a-long songs plus a few written by Kim and her son. Children are encouraged to be interactive with the use of musical instruments and parents are always encouraged to participate. Tween Book Club Movie: Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Tuesday, August 12 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 7-12 Registration not required Tweens are invited to join us for a movie based on a book, "Diary of a Wimpy Kid". Snacks are welcome. Crafting for Tweens! Wednesday, August 13 at 2 p.m. Ages 7-12 Registration begins July 30 Get crafting with duct tape products! We will be using duct tape to create fun accessories that you can use for back to school! Summer Reading Wrap Up! Thursday, August 14 & Friday, August 15 during library hours Ages up to 18 No registration required Children of all ages are invited to the wrap up of the 2014 Summer Reading program! Stop by anytime on Thursday and Friday to turn in any extra hours, pick up your certificates and enjoy some refreshments and activities! New! Teen DIY: T-Shirt Tote Thursday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 12-18 Registration begins July 3 We will be repurposing t-shirts into totes for you to take home! You are required to bring in an old t-shirt to use in this craft. Baby/Toddler Time Friday, July 18 & Thursday, July 31 and Monday, August 4 & Thursday, August 14 at 10:30 a.m. Ages up to 35 months Registration required Bring your babies and toddlers, and join other mothers and caregivers for stories, songs, music, finger plays and socialization activities. THE MATH LADIES 2014 Summer Schedule Miss Phyllis and Miss Margaret will be at the County Library in Westampton with help for all ages. July 7-August 20 Mondays and Wednesdays From 10 a.m.-12 noon 609-267-9660 ext.3017
CINNAMINSON LIBRARY Kids Art Showcase July 1-August 16 Ages 5-12 You are the artist! If you like to draw or paint, share your talent by displaying your artwork at the library. You will receive a prize at the end of the summer. Reader s Choice July 1-August 16 Ages 4-14 Read anything good lately? Share your favorite books with us by filling out a Reader s Choice form and earn a prize from our prize box. Teen volunteers will be available to assist you. Red, White and Blue Story Time Wednesday, July 2 at 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. Ages 3-6 Registration required Boom! Wear your red, white and blue for stories, songs, finger plays and a craft to celebrate the 4 th of July! Chess and Checkers Club Mondays, July 7& 21 & August 11at 2 p.m. Ages 8-16 Registration requested Calling all chess and checkers players! Please bring your chess set along if you have one. Refreshments will be served. Fizz, Boom, Read: It s Magic! Tuesday, July 8 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 4 & Up Registration required Join Steve the Magician, Henry the Magic Rabbit, and Jules the Silly Scientist puppet as they make the library fizz and boom this summer. Join us for magic, comedy and tons of audience participation. Don t miss the fun! NEW! Roller Roo Story Time Extravaganza Wednesday, July 9 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 4-8 Registration required Meet Roller Roo from the International Sports Center in Mt. Laurel and enjoy stories, games, crafts, prizes and loads of fun!! Reading, Eating, Action & Death! Magazine Wednesday, July 9 & August 6 at 7 p.m. Ages 12-18 No registration Reading, Eating, Action & Death is our first ever teen magazine created by YOU. Are you an artist? Photographer? Writer? Have a lot to say? Then join us as we continue to create our fourth issue. Snacks will be served. NEW! Weather Wise Thursday, July 10 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 Registration required Thunder, lightning, wind, oh my! Meet meteorologist, Bob Wanton and learn all about the fascinating world of weather. Participate in hands on demonstrations pertaining to air pressure, make insta-snow together, learn how a rain gauge works and launch a weather balloon! NEW! Buried Alive! The Story of Pompeii Thursday, July 10 at 7 p.m. Ages 6-12 with a parent Registration required Join Miss Kristie as we hear the story of Pompeii, an ancient Roman town. We will conduct hands-on experiments as the story continues right up to the very EXCITING end! Bring your parents; this is a family event. Karate Workshop Tuesday, July 15 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 3-5 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 6 & up at 2 p.m. Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Join us for an awesome demonstration of karate moves and plenty of participation. This introductory karate class will be presented by a certified karate instructor from Action Karate in Cinnaminson. Baby Time Wednesday, July 16 & Thursday, August 13 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 6-24 months with a caregiver Registration required Wee ones will enjoy stories, songs, nursery rhymes, finger plays and movement and socialization activities. Pajama Story Time Wednesday, July 16 and August 13 at 7 p.m. Ages 3-6 Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Wear your pajamas and slippers; bring your pillow and favorite stuffed toy. Share stories, songs, and finger plays together. NEW! Mad Science: Mad Mixtures Thursday, July 17 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 3-5 Registration required Explore the world of chemistry with a Mad Scientist! Experiments with liquid lasagna and exploding colors will teach us all about chemicals, chemical reactions and density. Then mix up a batch of play dough to take home! NEW! Family Book Club Tuesday, July 22 at 7 p.m. Ages 9-12 with a parent Registration required Parents and children please read Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. Join us in a lively discussion about the story and concoct your own chocolate treat to eat. Seating is limited. Tumbling Toddlers Wednesday, July 23 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 18-35 months with a caregiver Registration required Enjoy exercise, music and movement activities. Have fun together. Teen Craft Wednesday, July 23 at 6 p.m. and Tuesday, August 19 at 1 p.m. Ages 13-18 Registration required Join us as we host a teen craft. Snacks will be served. Science Comes Alive: Sea Life Thursday, July 24 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 5-12 Registration required Experience live aquatic animals at this awesome program presented by the New Jersey Academy of Aquatic Science. The Scoop on Gloop Tuesday, July 29 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 5-12 Registration required Kids will create gloop together, a mixture of cornstarch and water, which can t be identified as a solid or a liquid; it seems to be a little of both! Gloop can get messy, so wear old clothes and join us for the fun! Centos Bilingues! / Bilingual Stories Tuesday, July 29 at 7 p.m. Ages 3 & up with a parent Registration required Let s learn Spanish together! Bring the whole family to enjoy cunetos/stories, canciones/songs, and manualidades/crafts. Bugs Galore Story Time Wednesday, July 30 at 10:30 a.m. OR 1:30 p.m. Ages 5-12 Registration required Caterpillars, butterflies, bees, oh my! Buzz into the library for stories, songs, and finger plays about insects and a buggy little craft. Lego League Wednesday, July 30 at 7 p.m. and Thursday, August 21 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 7-16 Registration required Builders will work in teams or individually to compete this month s challenge, and then stay to create whatever they wish to work on next. Legos are provided, so please do not bring books from home. NEW! Mad Science: ph-phactor Thursday, July 31 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 Registration required Slide down the colorful PH scale and dip into the world of acids and bases. Explore the PH extremes with your Reaction Tube in what is sure-to-be a popping experience! Discover whether liquids in your home are acids or bases using your own personal PH paper! Paws On Wheels Wednesday, August 6 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 5-12 Registration required Turtles, and snakes and hedgehogs, oh my! Meet animals from Paws Farm and learn all about them at this fun-filled, fact-filled program! Shark Craft Thursday, August 7 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 Registration required The library will be in dangerous waters when we host our shark craft. Play shark games and make fun shark-themed crafts. Toddler Time Friday, August 8 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 18-34 months with caregiver Registration required Calling all little ones! Join the librarian for stories, songs, finger plays and some surprises too! Music and Motion Tuesday, August 12 at 10:30 a.m. 18 months-4 years with caregiver Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Join Miss Larissa and her keyboard for some musical fun! Discover nature through song, dance, and stories and move to the beat together. End of Summer Party Wednesday, August 13 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 4-12 Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Join Andrew from Piccarillo Sciencetellers and enjoy The Jungle of Jersey, munch on yummy refreshments, and receive your summer reading certificate and fabulous prizes too. NEW! Otto the Auto Thursday, August 14 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 4-8 Registration required Otto, standing three feet tall, is a remote controlled talking car that engages kids in fun and memorable traffic safety lessons. Otto teaches the importance of buckling up, wearing safety helmets, looking both ways before crossing the street, sitting in child safety seats, and more. Presented by Mid-Atlantic AAA.
CINNAMINSON LIBRARY CONTINUED... EVESHAM LIBRARY CONTINUED... Teen Pizza Party Tuesday, August 19 at 12 p.m. Age: 12-18 (members of Teen Volunteers/Teen Read) Registration is requested; walk-ins welcome. All members of the Teen Read Club and the Teen Volunteers are invited to enjoy pizza, soda, dessert and receive prizes and certificates at our end-ofsummer party. NEW! Storm the Castle! Wednesday, August 20 at 1:30 p.m. Ages 6-12 Registration required Play Storm the Castle, a live-action board game in which contestants physically work their way to overtake a castle by solving trivia questions. Storm the Castle is fast paced and designed four our group to have multiple games in one program. Charge! EVESHAM LIBRARY Songs of Summer: A Sing-Along Program for Families Tuesday, July 1 & Friday August 1 at 10:30 a.m. All ages Registration required for all attending Join local musician, Jessica Carroll & her guitar, for a musical celebration of kids' classics & new tunes to dance & sing-a-long. Summery dress encouraged. Sponsored by the Friends of the Evesham Library. Snack Attack Wednesday, July 2 and Tuesday, August 12 at 10:30am Ages 3-6 Registration required Blast off with a yummy snack that s good for you too. Part storytime, part snacktime this is 30 minutes of fun, fun, fun! Kids Can Cook Wednesday, July 2 and Tuesday, August 12 at 11:15 a.m. Ages 6-9 Registration required Join Ms. Holly and Ms. Ashley of Shop Rite, to make a cool summer snack. Very hands-on! Recipe provided, so you can make it again! Fizz, Boom, Read: It s Magic with Steve Woyce Tuesday, July 2 at 7 p.m. Ages 4 & up Registration all that will be sitting Blast off for an amazing adventure at your library with magician and family entertainer Steve Woyce. Packed with magic, science and tons of fun. Sponsored by the Friends of the Evesham Library. TD Bank Summer Reading Info Table Monday, July 7 and Thursday, August 14 at 6 p.m. Grades K-5 Just drop in TD staff will provide information about and registration to their summer reading program which encourages kids to sharpen their reading and money saving skills. Cool freebies as supplies last. Dragons and Dreams with Sciencetellers Monday, July 7 at 7 p.m. Ages 5 & up Registration required for everyone that will be sitting Join us as we learn about the science of fire and ice through the tale of "Dragons & Dreams." Wouldn't dragon's breath be an amazing sight to see?! Well, get ready to see it... feel it... smell it... maybe even taste it! This story features interactive science experiments with dry ice, flash paper, exploding bottles, and much more. Sponsored by the Friends of the Evesham Library Lego Club Tuesday, July 8 at 3 p.m. and Monday, August 11 at 11 a.m. Ages 6-12 Legos are provided. Registration required Hello Lego fanatics. Join us for sixty minutes of fun and collaboration. Wagging Tales Tuesday, July 8 & August 19 at 7 p.m. All ages Registration required Come and visit Tai, Peanut, and friends who visit us each month for reading and fun. Learn all kinds of interesting things about dogs, practice reading, & bring your family. It s a dog-a-bration! Make n Take Robot Drop In Craft Tuesday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 3 & up No registration required Build your own robot out of magnets and recycled stuff as supplies last. Stay and meet the therapy dogs from the Wagging Tales program. Mystery Storytime Wednesday, July 9 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-6 Registration required Join us for a who dunnit? storytime. Listen to stories, riddles, a craft and stay for a mystery scavenger hunt. Clue Scavenger Hunt Wednesday, July 9 at 10:30 a.m. Best for ages 4 & up No registration Drop in between 10:30am 12:30pm for a Mystery Scavenger Hunt. It is the game of Clue brought to life! Small treat or prize given to all participants. Meet Up with Roller Roo Thursday, July 10 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 4-8 Registration required Come meet "Roller Roo" the energetic mascot of the International Sports, Skating & Fun Centre. Hear a story, share a snack and bring your camera for a photo opportunity. Free skating passes will be available. Lava Lamp Science Fun Friday, July 11 at 3 p.m. Ages 5-10 Registration required Have a little science experiment fun creating your own lava lamp! Library Babies Tuesday, July 15 and Thursday August 7 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 12-24 months Registration required Join Ms. Mary for stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and socialization activities. Boppin Babies Wednesday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 12-24 months Registration required Join Ms. Jenn for a fun circle time with parachute play and more. Little Movers and Shakers Wednesday, July 16 and August 20 at 11:15 a.m. Ages 2-3; siblings must remain seated. Registration required Join Ms. Jenn for a half- hour of musical fun and movement. Time Capsule Make & Take Craft Wednesday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Best suited for ages 5 & up Celebrate science by making your very own Time Capsule! Write down some of your favorite things and decorate your time capsule. Summer Night Tales Thursday, July 17 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-6 years Registration required Ever wonder what s in your backyard at night? This storytime is full of fun nighttime books, parachute play, songs, and a craft. It s going to be a hoot! Pokémon Battle Club Friday, July 18 at 2 p.m. Ages 7-16 Registration required Join Miss Elayna as we enjoy fun Pokémon battles in the video game or the trading card game! Each participant will get a Pokémon Trainer Certificate for battling and have a chance to win a Pokémon-themed prize. NEW! Lockheed Martin presents.stem! Tuesday, July 22 at 7 p.m. For kids in grades 6-8 Registration required Join us at the library for a fun-filled, hands-on hour of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) brought to you by the engineers at Lockheed Martin. A little learning, a little experimenting, and a lot of fun! Philadelphia Zoo On Wheels-Bird Exploration Wednesday, July 23 at 7 p.m. All ages Registration required for everyone Join the Philadelphia Zoo On Wheels. Meet different types of bird species and learn how they are adapted to survive in their particular habitat. Sponsored by the Woman s Club of Marlton Parachute Play Thursday, July 24 and Wednesday, August 13 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-4 with a caregiver Registration required Join us for a half hour of parachute games and playtime. Time for Twos and Threes Tuesday, July 29 and Thursday, August 21 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3 Registration required Join Ms. Mary for Time for Twos and Threes where you ll enjoy stories. Backyard Scavenger Hunt Wednesday, July 30 from 10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. All ages No registration What s in your backyard? Drop in and go on a scavenger hunt looking for things that you could find in your backyard! Small treat or prize given to all. Franklin Institute-Heart Dissection and Brain Bar Wednesday, July 30 at 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Ages 5-adult Registration required for all who are attending for 10:30 or 11:30 session Join volunteers from the Franklin Institute as they share activities from the Franklin Institute Museum's brain bar and heart bar. There will be a dissection of a sheep's heart during the 45 minute session. In addition to the heart dissection, there are visual activities for developing a better understanding of the function of the heart and the brain. There will be optical illusions, brain challenges, and goofy goggles to experience.
EVESHAM LIBRARY CONTINUED... Dino-Hunter Safari with David Engel Thursday, July 31at 7 p.m. Ages 4 & up Registration required for all who will be sitting Slither, fly or stomp on down with nutty professor Living Pebble. Kids will get in touch with their inner T-Rex and embody dinos big and small while enjoying comic antics. This program is loaded with magic, bubble -play, sound effects, eccentric props and more. Sponsored by the Friends of the Evesham Library The Sound of Science with Caryn Lin, Electronic Violinist Monday, August 4 at 7 p.m. Grades K-8 Registration required for all Explore sound both acoustic and electric. Check out and create some sound waves. Sponsored by The Friends of the Evesham Library Knitting Club Tuesdays, August 5, 12, 19, & 26 at 11 a.m. Ages 7-16 Registration required Beginners as well as more advanced knitters are welcome. PLEASE BRING SIZE 10 KNITTING NEEDLES. Yarn will be provided. Scratch Art Make & Take Craft Wednesday, August 6 at 10:30 a.m. Best for ages 4 & up No registration Experiment with Art! Drop in between 10:30am 12:30pm for a fun scratch art craft. There are lots of different shapes. Choose one and get scratching! Potions with Sciencetellers Thursday, August 14 at 7 p.m. Ages 6 & up Registration required for everyone Storytelling meets science experiment in this interactive and humorous show about a hidden underground laboratory filled with mysteries. Children will explore the laboratory's secrets while using dry ice to learn about the three states of matter. Sponsored by the Friend s of the Evesham Library Summer Celebration Friday, August 15 at from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. Ages 3 & up Registration required Join us for face painting, scavenger hunts, crafts, treats, and more! Bring your own jar for sand art or use one of ours. Limited to Summer Reading participants. Sponsored by the Friends of the Evesham Branch Library SAT Practice Test with Kaplan Monday, August 18 from 3-7 p.m. 8-12 grade Registration required Take a full length SAT practice test. Please bring a calculator. Pirate Tales Tuesday, August 19 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 3-6 Registration required Ahoy mateys! Sail the high seas with us for a pirate storytime! Under the Sea Scavenger Hunt Tuesday, August 19 at 10:30 a.m. All ages No registration required Drop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. 8 p.m. for an Under the Sea Scavenger Hunt. All participants will get to choose a small prize from the treasure chest. Scavenger Hunt-Drop In Tuesday, August 19 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 3 & up No registration required Drop in for a "beneath the sea" themed scavenger hunt. Itsy Bitsy Time Wednesday, August 20 at 10:15 a.m. Ages 6-12 months; siblings must remain seated Registration required Bring a blanket. Join Ms. Jenn for a fun activity with motion and music for babies. Sand Art Fun Thursday, August 21 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 4 & up Registration required Bring a friend and have fun making sand art creations. You may bring small-medium clean jars with covers for your own use. NEW! The Pillowcase Project: An Educational Disaster Preparedness Program Monday, August 25 at 4 p.m. Grades 3-5 or ages 8-11 Registration required Join the American Red Cross and learn about the science of local hazards such as house fires, hurricanes, floods and many more. Learn what to do in case of an emergency and how to share this information with others. Take home a pillowcase that you can use at home for your own emergency supply kit in case you need to evacuate. The Franklin Institute-Puzzle Activities Wednesday, August 27 at 10, 10:45,11:30 a.m. or 12:15 p.m. Ages 6-adult Registration required Join volunteer staff from the Franklin Institute and play the Birthday Game, and learn how to "guess" your friends' birthdays. Solve puzzles and games, and learn to improve your strategies for solving puzzles. Seashell Creations for Tweens and Teens Friday, August 29 at 2 p.m. Ages 7-17 Registration required We will create beautiful, decorative seashell bouquets and flower pots! MAPLE SHADE LIBRARY Fireworks Storytime Tuesday, July 1 at 11 a.m. Ages up to 6 Boom, Boom, Boom! Join us for stories, songs, and games all about fireworks. Make a special sparkle firework scene to take home with you! Petting Zoo! Tuesday, July 8 at 2 p.m. All ages In the library parking lot Rain date 7/15 The Peaceable Kingdom rolling petting zoo will be visiting the library with an adorable cast of cuddly characters for children to pet and feed. Rockband: Battle of Legends Wednesday, July 9 at 2 p.m. Ages 10-16 Join Mr. Jon in a battle for supremacy in Rockband! Show your skills in a tournament style rock competition on the Wii. Rock on! AAA Presents: Otto the Auto! Thursday, July 10 at 2 p.m. Ages 5-8 : siblings are welcome to remain seated with parents and view the program Come meet Otto the Auto (a giant remote controlled talking car) and listen as he explains road safety! If we are very lucky, he will read us a story. Beep, beep! Baby Time Fridays, July 11 & 25 and August 1 & 15 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 & under It s storytime for our smallest patrons with, music and movement for pre and beginning walkers. Summer sessions of Baby Time include a "big kid" craft corner for older siblings, so please feel free to bring everyone! Toddler Time Fridays, July 11& 25 and August 1 & 15 at 11:15 a.m. Ages 2-3 It s a storytime just for our toddlers with stories, songs, and dancing for little ones that are on the move! Summer sessions of Toddler Time include a "big kid" craft corner for older siblings, so please feel free to bring everyone! Lego League Friday, July 11at 2 p.m. Ages 7-16 Please do not bring bricks from home. Build individually or work in a group to create a challenge that is based on our summer reading theme, Fizz, Boom, Read! Play With Your Food Mondays, July 14, 21, 28, and August 4 at 2 p.m. Ages 6-12 Join Mrs. Iapalucci as she reads and cooks her way through amazing stories. Please wear clothing you can cook in or bring an apron. Registration is not necessary but will be limited and offered on a first come, first served basis. Bedtime Math Tuesday, July 15 and August 12 at 7 p.m. Ages 6 and under It s time to count sheep! Come in your jammies for a fun nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and math. Yes! Math! We will use stories to solve math problems and turn math concepts into fun games. Yu-Gi-Oh Open Duels Wednesday, July 16 at 2 p.m. Ages 12-19 Ready your monsters, traps, and spells, it s time to play. Join us for an open duel where you can practice, learn, and play against other Yu-Gi-Oh players. Please bring your own deck, some spare cards will be available to borrow. Family Movie- The Lego Movie (PG) Friday, July 18 at 2 p.m. Family program Join us for popcorn and a family movie on the big screen. This month we will view The Lego Movie, a PG-rated film that features a giant quest in a wild Lego world. Robot Storytime Tuesday, July 22 at 11 a.m. Family program Missing this storytime does not compute. Hear stories and play games all about robots. Make a cool new friend to take home with you! Summer Anime Club Friday, July 25 and August 22 at 2 p.m. Ages 12 and up Hang out in the meeting room and catch the first episode of an anime series, discuss the series and its manga, and help decide which title we will watch next. Snacks may be served and registration is not required. Family Movie- Meet the Robinsons Friday, August 1 at 2 p.m. Family program Join us for popcorn and a movie on the big screen. Meet the Robinsons, a G-rated film that features inventors, time machines, and mad science.
MAPLE SHADE LIBRARY CONTINUED... Volcano Storytime Tuesday, August 5 at 11 a.m. Ages 6 and under Our volcano storytime is filled with fun stories, games, and a craft that will be bursting with creativity! Mad Science End of Summer Party! Friday, August 15 at 2 p.m. (pizza at 1:30) All ages The wild gang from Mad Science are going to help us end summer with a fizz and a boom! This program is open to participants of the summer reading program (Early Literacy, Fizz, Boom, Read!, and Spark a Reaction). Come at 1:30 for pizza and snacks and then get ready for the show! Reading certificates will be issued after the performance. Shark Craft Monday, August 18 at 2 p.m. Ages 5-12 Kids should test the waters when they join us for a shark survival story and shark-themed crafts. PEMBERTON LIBRARY CONTINUED... CLUE Scavenger Hunt July 7-11 and August 11-15 during library hours All ages Check in at the Children s Information Desk to get your Clue Answer Sheet and hunt around the Children s Area to check off suspects, weapons & rooms. Think you know who did the crime? Correct answers will be entered in to a drawing for a prize at the end of the week! Book Club: Grades K-2 Monday, July 7 at 2 p.m. Grades k-2 Discover a love of reading at a book club for kids. Enjoy an afternoon snack & an activity while discussing this month s book: Beep and Bah by James Burks. Book Club: Grades 3-6 Monday, July 7 at 2:30 p.m. Grades 3-6 Talk to other s about what you ve been reading in a book club just for kids! Join us for a snack and activity while we discuss this month s book: NERDS: National Espionage, Rescue & Defense Society by Michael Buckley. Readioactive Storytime Tuesday, August 19 at 2 p.m. Ages 6 and under Join us for thrilling stories, a fun craft and glow in the dark adventures in our last storytime for the summer. PEMBERTON LIBRARY Post-It Art Show June 23-August 29 during library hours All ages For Summer Reading this year, we re hosting a Post-It Art Show. Get creative and use a Post-It as your canvas! Enter your masterpiece into our Art Show anytime at the Children s Desk. Don t have a Post-It? No problem, pick one up at the Children s Desk! For questions, contact tprezios@bcls.lib.nj.us Patriotic Make-n-Take Craft June 30-July 3 during library hours All ages Drop in anytime during library hours to make an easy paper patriotic craft in the Children s Area. Craft materials will be available while supplies last. Teen Movie Night: Titanic Tuesday, July 1from 4:30 p.m. -8 p.m. Ages 12 & up Registration is not necessary, but no registration = no pizza. Teens are invited to this special viewing of the Titanic! Enjoy some pizza while watching Leo & Kate (Jack & Rose) board the famous ship in this epic film lasting 3hrs & 14 min & rated PG-13. Story Time Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 and August 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. Ages 18 months & up with a caregiver Pick the session that works for you and join us for stories, a simple craft and play time together! Reading Buddies Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 & Fridays, July 11, 18 & 25 and August 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 &29 30 minute sessions available between 1-3 p.m. on Wednesdays, 1-5 p.m. on Fridays Grades Pre-K - 3 grade Registration required for each session This program is designed to encourage reading and build self-esteem during the summer break from school while practicing to read with a teen volunteer for half hour sessions. Parachute Play Thursdays, July 3 & 17 and August 14 & 28 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-4 Registration required and limited to 20. Children can join us for a half hour of parachute games and play time together! Must be accompanied by a caregiver. Movies @ the Library Thursdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 at 6 p.m. All ages Enjoy a movie every Thursday night this summer on our big screen! Popcorn will be served on a first come, first served basis. You ll be entered into a drawing for a $10 Rita s Water Ice Gift Card each time you attend a movie in July! Drawing will be held at the July 31 Movie! July movie schedule: 7/3: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (PG), 7/10: How to Train your Dragon (PG), 7/17: The Lego Movie (PG), 7/24: Meet the Robinsons (G) 7/31: The Iron Giant (PG). Knit/Crochet Club Mondays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28 and August 4, 11, 18 & 25 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 at least size 10 knitting needles or a size G or H crochet hook and we ll supply the practice yarn. Learn basic stitches to get started on a project. Piccirillo Sciencetelling Tuesday, July 8 at 11 a.m. Ages 5-12 Registration required Join us for this entertaining program all about science presented by Piccirillo Sciencetelling!. Library Dance Party Thursdays, July 10 & 24 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 9 months to 5 years with their caregivers Get out of the house and ready for a half hour of music and movement. Baby Story Time Fridays, July 11, 18 & 25 and August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 10:30 a.m. Ages up to 17 months with a caregiver No registration Join us for story time for the smallest library patrons! We ll enjoy stories, finger plays, songs & play time together. Percy Jackson Lock-In Friday, July 11 from 6-9 p.m. Ages 8-12 Registration begins on June 23, it is required and limited During this after hours lock-in, kids will enjoy Camp Half-Blood themed games, activities, food, etc. Feel free to come in costume! All attendees must present a signed permission slip and register prior to the event. Forms may be acquired at the Pemberton Library or requested by email. Please contact Miss Theresa for the form, questions or more information at tprezios@bcls.lib.nj.us. Thaumatrope Make-n-Take Craft July 14-18 during library hours All ages No registration Drop in anytime during library hours to make your own optical illusion craft. Craft materials will be available while supplies last. Sewing Friends Monday, July 14 & August 4 at 2:30 p.m. Ages 7 & up Registration required. Children will learn basic hand sewing skills. All materials will be provided. Mad Scientist Party Tuesday, July 15 at 2 p.m. Ages 5-12 Registration required Join us at the library and be a mad scientist for the day! After making a lab coat you will enjoy refreshments and perform some science experiments! Stuffed Animal Sleep Over Wednesday, July 16-Thursday, July 17 All ages Ever wonder what it's like in the library when it is closed for the night? Leave your stuffed animal friend at the Children s Desk between 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16 and pick them up the next day to see what they did while they were here! Scales & Tales with Rancocas Nature Center Wednesday, July 16 at 3 p.m. Ages 6-12 Registration required and limited to 30. The Rancocas Nature Center will be here with live reptiles! Learn about the different species and get hands-on with some of them if you dare.
PEMBERTON LIBRARY CONTINUED... Beat the Librarian Friday, July 18 from 1:30-4:30 p.m. All ages Good at games like Battleship or Cooking Mama? Stop by the Children s Information Desk & challenge Miss Theresa to a game! Sundial Make-n-Take Craft July 21-25 during library hours All ages No registration Drop in anytime during library hours to make a paper sundial in the Children s Area. Craft materials will be available while supplies last. Zumbatomic Tuesday, July 22 10:30 a.m. for ages 4-7 11:30 a.m. for ages 8-12 Registration required and limited to 20 for each session. Children will get moving with Zumba! Join us for this energetic movement program! Machine Sewing II Friday, July 25 and August 22 at 2:30 p.m. Ages 8 & up with their own sewing machine Registration required. Children must know how to operate their own sewing machine to join us to make a simple project. All other materials will be provided. Capture the Flag Friday, July 25 from 6-9 p.m. Ages 12-18 Registration begins on July 7, it is required and limited Teens are invited to register for an after hours program of capture the flag! All attendees must present a permission slip and register prior to the event. Forms may be acquired at the Pemberton Library or requested by email. Contact Miss Theresa for the form, questions or information at tprezios@bcls.lib.nj.us. Constellation Scavenger Hunt July 28-August 1during library hours All ages Check in at the Children s Information Desk to get your answer sheet and hunt around the children s area to locate & identify constellations. Correct answers will be entered to win a drawing for a prize at the end of the week! Machine Sewing Monday, July 28 & August 25 at 2 p.m. Ages 10 & up Registration required. Children can bring their own sewing machine and join us to learn new skills. Music Round with Marcia Kratz Monday, July 28 at 6 p.m. Ages up to 6 Registration required. Sing and dance with Marcia Kratz's interactive music program! Teen Book Club: Life As We Knew It Tuesday, July 29 at 4:30 p.m. Grades 6-12 Registration is not necessary, but no registration = no pizza. Join us for pizza and a movie while talking about this month s chosen book, Life As We Knew It by Susan Pfeffer. Books are chosen by the TAB members. Rock Band Tournament Wednesday, July 30 at 2 p.m. Ages 10 & up Registration required and limited to 24 Kids & teens are invited to compete head to head in our Rock Band Tournament using the Nintendo Wii Rock Band 2 game. Make it to the final round and beat your opponent to win a trophy and bragging rights. Library Scavenger Hunt Thursday, July 31 at 11 a.m. Ages 2-5 Registration required. Little ones are invited to their own scavenger hunt in the library! Dewey s Amazing Race Friday, August 1at 2 p.m. Ages 5 & up Registration requested. Compete in a race through the Library s Dewey Decimal System. Contestants must complete an activity in each category to win! Constellation Make-n-Take Craft August 4-8 during library hours All ages No registration required Drop in anytime during library hours to make a constellation craft. Materials will be available while supplies last. Rocket Craft Monday, August 11at 2 p.m. Ages 5 & up Registration required and limited. Decorate a rocket ship and launch it up into the sky! Weather Stations Tuesday, August 12 at 2 p.m. ages 5 & up Registration required Join us to play weather games, make a craft, enjoy refreshments and visit different weather stations at this special weather party! Mario Kart Wii Wednesday, August 13 at 2 p.m. Ages 8 & up Registration required. Kids are invited to compete head to head in Mario Kart Wii! Choose a character from a variety of Nintendo games and race, trick, flip, fight and drift your way into first place! Movies @ the Library Thursdays, August 14, 21 & 28 at 6 p.m. All ages Enjoy a movie every Thursday night this summer on our big screen! Popcorn will be served on a first come, first served basis. You ll be entered into a drawing for a $10 Rita s Water Ice Gift Card each time you attend a movie in August! Drawing will be held at the August 28th Movie! August schedule: 8/14: Wall-E (G) 8/21: Megamind (PG) 8/28: Monsters vs. Aliens (PG). Teen Lock-In Friday, August 15 from 6-11 p.m. Ages 12 & up Registration begins on July 28, it is required and limited Teens are invited to our second annual after hours lock-in! This year s theme is Harry Potter, so feel free to come in costume to celebrate all things Harry Potter! Attendees must present a permission slip and register prior to the event. Forms may be acquired at the Pemberton Library or by email. Contact Miss Theresa with questions or for information: tprezios@bcls.lib.nj.us. End of Summer Reading Party Saturday, August 16 from 11a.m. -1 p.m. Ages up to12 All members ages birth-12 years of the summer reading program are invited to join us for the end of the summer reading Dance Party with puppet shows, balloons, face painting, games and more! Pipe Cleaner Creature Make-n-Take Craft August 18-22 during library hours All ages Drop in during library hours to create a creature from pipe cleaners. Craft materials will be available while supplies last. Book Club: Grades K-2 Monday, August 18 at 2 p.m. Grades k-2 Discover a love of reading at this book club for kids. Enjoy an afternoon snack & an activity while discussing this month s book: Oh No! Or, How My Science Project Destroyed the World by Mac Barnett. Book Club: Grades 3-6 Monday, August 18 at 2:30 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 a snack and activity while we discuss this month s book: The 13 th Sign by Kristin O Donnell Tubb. Library Iron Chef Tuesday, August 19 at 6 p.m. Ages 10 & up Registration required Participants will divide into teams and work together to whip up two no-cook dessert dishes. The dishes will be judged on taste, presentation, and originality. Library Dance Party Thursday, August 21 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 9 months - 5 years Get out of the house and ready for a half hour of music and movement for little ones and their caregivers. Butterfly Make-n-Take Craft August 25-29 during library hours All ages No registration required Drop in anytime during library hours to make a colorful butterfly. Craft materials will be available while supplies last. Teen Book Club: Leviathan Tuesday, August 26 at 4:30 p.m. Grades 6-12 Registration is not necessary, but NO registration = NO pizza. 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, Leviathan by Scott Westerfeld. Books are chosen by the TAB members. Elephant & Piggie Party Tuesday, August 26 at 2 p.m. Ages 2 & up Registration required and limited to 30. Children are invited to join us for an Elephant & Piggie party! Play games, enjoy refreshments and more! Be sure to check your favorite branch for special summer hours
PINELANDS LIBRARY Knitting Club Tuesdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 11 a.m. Ages 7-16 During this five-week series, kids will learn the basics of knitting. At the end of the series, kids will leave with a completed project. Please bring size 10 knitting needles. The yarn will be provided. Yoga Pretzels Thursdays, July 3 & 24 and August 7 & 21at 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. Abrakadoodle Tuesday, July 22 2 p.m. for ages 4-6 3 p.m. for ages 7-12 Calling all artists! Kids will explore their own creativity and learn new techniques while using their imaginations to create their own framed masterpiece. Snack Attack Wednesdays, July 23 & August 20 12 p.m. for ages 4-6 4 p.m. for ages 7-12 Join Miss Niki from the Shop Rite of Medford as she reads a story and teaches us how to prepare a healthy snack. Songs to Know and Love Monday, July at 2 p.m. Ages 2 & up Join local musician Jessica Carroll & her guitar, for a musical celebration of kids classics and new tunes to dance to and sing-a-long. Wii Mario Kart Friday, July 25 at 2 p.m. Ages 7-12 Join Mr. Rick for some exciting Mario Kart racing action with other area drivers! Choose a character from a variety of Nintendo games and race, trick, flip, fight and drift your way into first place! Participants are encouraged to bring their own wii-mote, game cube controllers &/or wheels. Kids Can Cook Tuesdays, July 8 at 2 p.m. & August 5 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. Parachute Play Wednesdays, July 30 and August 27 at 10:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. Ages 2-4 Children are welcome to join us for a half hour of parachute games and play time together! Must be accompanied by a caregiver. Chess Club Tuesdays, July 8 & August 5 at 4 p.m. Ages 7-16 Do you play chess, or are you interested in learning? Join Mr. Rick & his young assistants, Michael & Ryan, for an hour of play &/or instruction. Please bring your chess set along if you have one. If not, use one of ours. Wonkaville! Thursday, July 31 at 3 p.m. Ages 4 and up World famous for his eccentricities, Mr. Wonka will lead kids through silly challenges, fun-loving mayhem and a world of pure imagination! This program combines full-audience participation with real magic, original music, bubble-play, eye-popping puppetry, goofy props and slapstick antics. Toddler Time Wednesdays, July 9 & August 6 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-3 2 & 3 year olds are invited to join Mr. Rick for fun stories, songs, and a craft! Spider-Man: Nothing Can Stop the Juggernaut Friday, August 8 at 2 p.m. Ages 6-12 It s your friendly, neighborhood Spider-Man versus the unstoppable Juggernaut in this classic Marvel tale. How does one stop that which is Paws to Read unstoppable? Join Mr. Rick for a big-screen reading of Spider-Man: Nothing Thursdays, July 10 & 24 at 1:30 p.m. Can Stop the Juggernaut to find out. The reading will be followed by a fun, Tuesdays, August 5 & 19 at 2 p.m. All ages welcome story-related activity. Attendees are encouraged to wear Spidey-related Children are welcome to practice their reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to Ocho, a registered therapy dog. He is a lovable German costumes or clothing. shepherd that enjoys hearing a good story. Sign up for a 15 minute slot and Sundown on Sycamore Street (presented by Piccirillo Sciencetellers) see what it's all about! Thursday, August 14 at 2 p.m. Ages 5 & up Join us as we learn about the science of gas and air pressure by telling Lego Club the tale of Sundown on Sycamore Street. By using experiments with fiery Thursdays, July 10 & August 28 and Tuesdays, July 29 & August 12 spiders, exploding water jugs, floating eyeballs, a whirlwind of toilet paper, at 3 p.m. & 4 p.m. Ages 6-12 and amazing dry ice experiments, discover why Sycamore Street at sundown Join our Lego Club for creativity and imagination in action. Kids can work is a very scary place! individually or in teams to create this week s challenge. The theme will be revealed at the Lego Club session. Please DO NOT bring your own Legos. Storytime Friday, July 11 at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 24 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 7 at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 26 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! Family Movie Night Tuesday, July 15 at 6 p.m. Bring the whole family to the library for this month s feature, James and the Giant Peach (rated PG, 79 min). Snacks and juice may be served, but feel free to bring your own snacks and a blanket to get comfy! Library Babies Wednesday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m. Ages up to 24 months Our littlest library goers are invited to join Mr. Rick for stories, songs, rhymes, and play time. Must be accompanied by a caregiver. Junior Lego Club Thursdays, July 17 & August 21 at 10:30 a.m. Ages 5-9 Join our newly formed Junior Lego Club, especially for the younger Lego builders! Kids can work individually or in teams to create this month's challenge. Slime Time (presented by Mad Science) Thursday, July 17 2 p.m. for ages 7-12 3:15 p.m. for ages 4-6 In this slimy class, our young scientists will explore, create and play with the most entertaining and useful molecule known to science, and discover its many shapes and forms. Kids will even make their own slime to take home! End of Summer Reading Party Friday, August 15 from 2-4 p.m. Registration requested; not required Drop in anytime between 2 & 4 p.m. to celebrate all the reading you guys and gals did during the Summer Reading Program with an ice cream party! Family Movie Night Tuesday, August 19 at 6 p.m. Bring the whole family to the library for this month s feature, Muppets Most Wanted (rated PG, 107 min). Snacks and juice may be served, but feel free to bring your own snacks and a blanket to get comfy! Pokémon Battle Bash Friday, August 22 at 2 p.m. Ages 7-12 Join Mr. Rick for fun-filled Pokémon battles with other Pokémon trainers! Bring your Nintendo DS/DSi/3DS system and Pokémon Black/White &/or X/Y to participate. Parent & Child Fantasy Football League Draft Wednesday, August 27 at 6 p.m. Ages 17 & under with a parent Hey NFL fans! The Pinelands Branch Library is looking for 11 teams comprised of a parent & child (17 & under) for the Inaugural Season of the Pinelands Library Fantasy Football League. Draft your squad & then manage them over the course of the NFL regular season. The winning team will be taking home a valuable prize, not to mention bragging rights. Join Mr. Rick either in-person at the library or online via the Yahoo Fantasy Football invitation you are sent. A Yahoo account will be required to participate. All participants will receive instructions on registering your team on the Yahoo website. Batman 75th Anniversary Celebration Friday, July 18 at 2 p.m. Ages 6-12 The Caped Crusader is turning 75! Join Mr. Rick for a big-screen reading of some action-packed Batman comics, to be followed by a fun, story-related activity! Attendees are encouraged to wear Batman costumes or clothing.
RIVERTON FREE LIBRARY Story Hour Tuesday Tuesdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 and August 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 10:30 a.m. Preschool children are invited to the Riverton Library Story Hour. Join us for fingerplay, books, flannel stories and coloring. Youth Stages Thursdays, July 3 & 10 at 10 a.m. Preschoolers No registration required. Youth Stages is coming to the Riverton Library for two very special story hours. Check our website for details. Story Hour Thursday Thursdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 and August 7, 14, 14, 21& 28 at 10 a.m. Preschool children are invited to the Riverton Library Story Hour. Join us for finger play, books, flannel stories and coloring. AUTHORS OF THE MONTH July James Howe August E.B. White PJ Wednesday in July and August Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Family event Riverton Library s Pajama party summer series of events: June 18 - Captain Malcolm Hook (Mr. Malcolm) and his Pirate Tales! June 25 - Camden Aquarium presents Science Comes to Life. July 2 - Learn a few facts about Fireflies at Mary Benson s entertaining puppet show. July 9 - Pam Newitt will be here from Nature by the Yard to teach us about Creatures Beneath Our Feet. July 16 - You re sure to love Jill Croft s interactive Bear program. July 23 - Please join us as we soar through the air on a magic carpet ride with Mr. Malcolm s Aladdin program. July 30 - Currie s Magical Mania continues the magic theme with a Mother Goose Magic Show! August 6 - Rancocas Nature Center will be here with Snakes & Tails. August 13- Culminating this wonderful series of events is Dr. Malcolm and His Mad Science Party! New! Art Comes to the Library Tuesdays, at 2 p.m. Ages 8 & up 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12 July 1- Still Life Painting with Annette Rinker July 8 - have fun with Abstract Art in the style of Jackson Pollack with Jill Croft July 15 - make a Collage, Eric Carle style with Annette Rinker. July 22 - explore Watercolor Resistance with Kate Johnson July 29 - use everyday objects to make Natural Inspirations with Pam Newitt August 5 - Explore the world of stamps and relief printing at Kate Johnson s Printmaking Workshop. August 12 - make a Wire Sculpture using glass beads and wire with Lisa Spatucci Kate Johnson currently teaches art at Perkins Center for the Arts. Annette Rinker currently teaches at the Hammonton Art Center. Riverton native Jill Croft is a certified art teacher and yoga instructor. Pam Newitt is the instructor and founder of Nature by the Yard. Lisa Spatucci is a retired teacher. Thursday Crafternoon Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. Family event Make a variety of crafts this summer during a crafternoon at the library. July 17 - Create an Out of this world Galaxy Craft July 24 - have fun making simple origami and other paper crafts. July 31 - everybody s favorite Sand Art. August 7 - design and make Cork Board Bulletin Boards August 14 - We ll end this series of events using stencils and ink pads to make one-of-a kind Caps and/or T-shirt. New! Mad Science Monday Mondays at 3 p.m. Ages 8 & up Registration required Bring your friends to these exciting Mad Science programs every Monday from July 21 to August 18. July 21- be a Mythbuster. Two easy and safe myths will be busted by you - our participating audience! July 28 -is a Kaleidoscope Kind of Day. Participants learn about refracted light by making kaleidoscopes. August 4 - create a Balloon Rocket! Explore Newton s 3rd Law of Motion by making and racing Balloon Rockets. August 11- Goo is on the agenda. Participants will make and take their own goo and learn some interesting facts about polymers, too. August 18 -take the Marshmallow Challenge and design and build a tower out of marshmallows and spaghetti! See our website for details. VISIT BCLS.BOOPSIE.COM ON YOUR MOBILE PHONE TO DOWNLOAD BCLS MOBILE. GO TO YOUR PHONE'S WEB BROWSER AND TYPE IN BCLS.BOOPSIE.COM TO INSTALL BCLS MOBILE.