Open to adults. Registration required. Come to the library and have a friendly game of Chinese Mahjong. For those who do not know how to play, there will be instruction and guidance to learn this fun table game. All materials provided. Masks are optional. All programs are subject to changes of cancellation.
Open to adults 18 and older. Registration required, and covers all 6 classes. Join Pat Kennedy on a 6-week journey of learning to play Mah
Jongg. This fun and unique tiles game originated in Asia, and now has
global popularity. Challenge your brain to a game of memory and
strategy. There are only 12 seats available. All programs are subject to
change and cancellation.
April 13: Effective MD Visits. This presentation helps you to prepare, what to expect, and how to 'control' the visit. This covers during and after the visit. How to utilize your and the MD time in a visit. Who should be there, what that person should do, how to maintain records and know your next steps if diagnosed with an illness, etc. May 11th is Skin Cancer Prevention/Detection/Symptoms. Information on skin cancer, it's Prevention, Detection and Symptoms. This is not in place of a medical doctor.
Open to all ages. Registration required. Feeling bored? Stop in for a fun day playing different board games. Games provided. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Open to adults 18 and older. Registration required. Let the stars of the Golden Age sing, dance, and keep you in suspense during our classic movie matinee. Snacks provided. Please advise staff of food allergies. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. 1/12/2024: It Happened One Night2/23/2024: The Thin Man3/22/2024: Top Hat4/19/2024: Arsenic and Old Lace5/17/2024: Citizen Kane6/28/2024: The Ghost and Mrs. Muir7/26/2024: 'Dial M for Murder'8/23/2024: The Quiet Man9/20/2024: 12 Angry Men10/18/2024: Psycho11/15/2024: To Kill a Mockingbird12/13/2024: It's a Wonderful Life
Open to adults. Registration required. Gain strength and flexibility during this fun morning yoga class. Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat and towel for class. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open
to all ages. Registration required. Songs, stories, and oh so much
fun! We ask that guardians please remain present with children during
the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Open to ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required, space limited. Kids, join for a few quick stories, songs, an easy craft, plus a treat. We ask that guardians please remain present with children during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellation. Please inform staff of any food allergies.
Open to children ages 5 and older, registration required. Celebrate Earth Day at the library by making a beautiful "flower garden" using recycled materials. We as that guardians remain present with children 9 and younger. All programs are subject to changes or cancellation.
Open to adults and interested teens and children, ages 8 & older. Registration required. Do you love chess? Have you always wanted to learn? Our
chess club is for all ages and levels of experience. Feel free to bring
your own chess board or use one of ours. Guardians must remain present.
Face masks are optional, however, social distancing guidelines are
still
in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Open to teens and adults. Registration required. Discover how to sew both by hand, and with machines. Also learn how to take measurements, select a pattern, and choose fabric. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.January 27th - Heart-Shaped PillowFebruary 24th - St. Patrick's Day table runner / wall hangingMarch 23rd - Stuffed BunnyApril 20th - Japanese-Knot Tote BagMay 18th - Zippered Makeup BagJune 15th, June 29th, July 13th, July27th - Pieced Lap Quilt
Open to all. Registration required. Stop by the library to enjoy a family-friendly, Saturday afternoon movie with a treat to enjoy. Call library for titles. We ask that guardians please remain present with children age 9 and under during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
Open to ages 7-12. Registration required.
Lets have some fun with various STEM activities including Bot Maze Game, Coding Mouse Game, Building Connections.
Open to children and teens,10 and older. Stop by with your friends for a fun afternoon of board games and puzzles. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Open to adults. Registration required. Indulge your imagination and flex your writing muscles! Bring your own writing supplies--laptop, journal, etc--and join us for afternoon coffee and quality company. Whether you write poetry, fiction, non-fiction, memoir, or if you've never written before, this is the meet-up where you'll find the encouragement and inspiration to keep you going or get you started. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to adults. Registration required. Participate in various crafts from jewelry-making, bookmarks, recycled paper art to DIY decorations for your house. All supplies provided. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation. All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to ages 6-36 months. Registration required. Enjoy stories, rhymes & songs designed to develop early literacy skills with your little one. Guardians must remain present.
Open to children ages 3 1/2 - 7, siblings welcome. Registration
required. This interactive story hour includes stories, songs, finger
plays and a craft. Library story times are a fun way to help your child
develop skills they will need to be ready to read. Children must be
accompanied by an adult. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Open to adults. Registration required. The Shores offers guidance on handling one of the most difficult challenges faced by caregivers -- dementia. Learn how to care for your loved, how to respond to challenging or frustrating situations. all while balancing your needs, too. Program subject to cancellation or change.