The novel follows a white working-class girl from age 7 through her late teens, navigating a world tightly circumscribed by class and culture.
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At 93, the memoirist Yuan-tsung Chen hopes that her recollections of China’s tumultuous past will help the country confront its historical wrongs — and avoid repeating them.
A.E. Stallings draws on traditional forms and themes to create poetry that gives heft and shape to the everyday world. “This Afterlife” offers an overview of her career to date.
A.E. Stallings draws on traditional forms and themes to create poetry that gives heft and shape to the everyday world. “This Afterlife” offers an overview of her career to date.
A best-selling novelist and political activist in her native Italy, she was admired for her sensitive depictions of women and their predicaments. Recently rediscovered, her work has lost none of its subversive force.
A best-selling novelist and political activist in her native Italy, she was admired for her sensitive depictions of women and their predicaments. Recently rediscovered, her work has lost none of its subversive force.
A collection of debut novels — “In the Upper Country,” by Kai Thomas, “Moonrise Over New Jessup,” by Jamila Minnicks, and “Wade in the Water,” by Nyani Nkrumah — explore the historical experiences of Black North Americans.
A collection of debut novels — “In the Upper Country,” by Kai Thomas, “Moonrise Over New Jessup,” by Jamila Minnicks, and “Wade in the Water,” by Nyani Nkrumah — explore the historical experiences of Black North Americans.
Open to ages 12-36 months. Registration required. Each week will feature a different toddler-friendly theme and exciting stories. We ask that guardians remain present during the activity. Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Open to adults. Registration required. Each appointment will be one
hour. Mouse & keyboarding skills required. Topics include: set up
an email account, create a resume, basic Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
Power Point), connect to Social Media (Facebook, Messenger, Zoom). Let
us help you with one-on-one attention. Face masks are optional.
Open to adults. Registration required. Are you a social butterfly who enjoys the arts and crafts?
Each week we'll share theme-inspired coloring pages, puzzles, paintings and simple crafts, great for keeping your brain and motor skills alert.
Supplies provided.
Open to ages 1 1/2 - 5 and their caregivers. Registration required.Children
and their grownups will be ready for the day after this late morning
story hour filled with great books, songs, and play.Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect.We ask that guardians please remain present with children
during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
Open to adults. Appointment required; please contact the library to schedule. One-on-one computer basics. Learn to use email, navigate the internet, format a resume, use social media, Microsoft Word, and Excel. All programs are 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 age 9 and under during the event. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
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January: Two Nights in Lisbon: A Novel by Chris PavoneFebruary: Killing Reagan: The Violent Assault That Changed a Presidency by Bill O'Reilly and Martin DugardMarch: News of the World: A Novel by Paulette Jiles
Enjoy lively discussions with fellow book lovers.
Open to adults and teens. Registration required. Join our dedicated crafting group. If you do any type of needle craft, this is your club. Learn and practice your craft in a fun and welcoming environment.Face masks are optional. but social distancing is still in effect.
All programs subject to change or cancellation.
Open to adults. Registration required. Join us for an evening of blooming creativity. Design a pressed flower lantern or vase to your heart's desire. All materials are provided. Face masks are optional. Social distancing is still in effect. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation.
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 all ages. Registration required. Stories, songs, and fun! This storytime will feature stories in English and Spanish and is for the whole family. We ask that guardians remain present during the event. Face masks are optional, but social distancing is still in effect. All programs are subject to change or cancellations.
¡Cuentos,
canciones y diversión! Esta hora de cuentos contará con libros y canciones en
inglés y español y es para toda la familia.
Open to adults. Registration required. Contact the library to schedule an appointment. Learn how to search the Internet, navigate email accounts and social media, and how to use programs such as Microsoft Word. Have a special need? Please ask, A mask is recommended for this program as it involves one-on-one instruction with a staff member on the computer. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
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