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10/1/2021 - October 2021 Children’s & Teen Programs at the Cumberland County Library

*October 2021 Children’s & Teen Programs at the Cumberland County Library*

Programs are subject to change without notice. All programs require registration and will be held at the library unless otherwise noted. Attendance will be limited, and current Covid-19 protocols will be followed. Contact Terri Carpenter at (856) 453-2210 x. 26105 for information.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

FURever As Friends Reading Program
Monday, October 4 & 18
6:30 p.m
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Children or teens of all ages are invited to come read to a fabulous furry friend! FURever as Friends therapy pet teams will be available to help kids practice their reading in fifteen-minute time slots. The October 18th event will feature a Howl-O-Ween Party where pet teams will be wearing costumes and participants will receive treats! Kids are welcome to wear costumes as well.
This event will take place inside the library and current Covid-19 protocols will be followed. Registration is required. For more information, please call 856 453-2210 x. 26105 or register online at the following link: https://forms.gle/DNP56Jv8MJabAJii9

Story Time
Thursdays, October 7, 14, 21 & 28
10:30 a.m.

Children ages 5 and younger and a caregiver can join us as we share stories, songs, finger plays and movement activities! Library story times are a fun way to help your child develop skills they will need to be ready to read.

Weather permitting, this program will take place outside in the library's fenced in grassy area near the side ramp. Attendees are welcome to bring blankets or folding chairs to sit on. In the event of bad weather, Story Time will take place inside the library. Attendance will be limited, and current Covid-19 protocols will be followed. Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/2i17uzasBxfHJfnj6

Take and Make Crafts for Kids

Families are invited to visit the library this month to pick up “Take and Make” crafts to make at home. Kits will include instructions and supplies, as well as a list of any additional supplies you will need to have on hand. This month we’ll feature two kits:

• October 4th –16th Fall Tree Craft
• October 18th – October 30th Halloween Bat Craft

Registration is not required. For more information, visit cclnj.org or call (856) 453-2210 x. 26105

Masquerade Story Time
Saturday, October 23
11 a.m.

Children ages 6 and younger are invited to a special Masquerade Story Time where we’ll share stories, songs and movement activities. Costumes are encouraged and all children attending will receive a special treat!

Weather permitting, this program will take place outside in the library's fenced in grassy area near the side ramp. Attendees are welcome to bring blankets or folding chairs to sit on. In the event of bad weather, Story Time will take place inside the library. Attendance will be limited, and current Covid-19 protocols will be followed. Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/a4t78Fns3h8ZSQNm9

“Let’s Draw Monsters” Virtual Cartooning Class
Thursday, October 28
5-6 p.m
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Kids and teens ages 8 and older are invited to a fun, interactive virtual program to learn to draw monsters with award winning children’s illustrator Rick Stromoski. This program will take place via Zoom and is being presented in partnership with the Vineland Public Library. Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/57oSXnKgr4SNfjxA6

TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen Volunteer Meeting
Tuesday, October 5
6 p.m.


Teens ages 13-18 are invited to make a difference at the library while earning volunteer time. Members help to plan events for teens and kids, suggest books for the library, and much more. Learn how you can be a part of your library!

Weather permitting, this meeting will take place outside in the library’s courtyard. In the event of inclement weather, it will move inside to the meeting room. Attendance will be limited, and current Covid-19 protocols will be followed. Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/HuxMpW73Fp9eQg468

Teen Anime Night
Tuesday, October 12
6 p.m.

Teens ages 13-18

Teens are invited to view and discuss anime, share artwork and plan for future anime programs.
This event will take place at the library. Attendance will be limited, and current Covid-19 protocols will be followed. This program is in compliance with an agreement through Crunchyroll. For more information, or to register, visit cclnj.org or call (856) 453-2210 x26105.
Register link: https://forms.gle/eHC7FTLACg3goVKc7

Teen Dungeons and Dragons Program
Tuesday, October 19
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Teens ages 13-18

Teens are invited to join our Dungeon Master as he leads us through a monthly D & D adventure. Tabletop/role playing experience is not required and new players are welcome. Pre-made characters will be available for those that need them.
This event will take place at the library. Attendance will be limited, and current Covid-19 protocols will be followed. Registration is required.  Registration link: https://forms.gle/xhueoYaeWN8dzQ4E9

How to Pay for College
Wednesday, October 20
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Teens and Adults


Representatives from Rowan College South Jersey Cumberland Campus Financial Aid Department will offer a bilingual workshop on how to pay for college.

This event will take place at the library. Attendance will be limited, and current Covid-19 protocols will be followed. Registration is required.  Registration link: https://forms.gle/o8cM35tzqNaXHdLT6

Teen Pumpkins and Werewolves Program!
Tuesday, October 26
6-7:30 p.m.
Teens ages 13-18


Teens are invited to join us for an evening of pumpkins and werewolves! First, carve your own pumpkin masterpiece then play a “howling-ly” fun game of Werewolf!

Weather permitting, this event will take place outside in the library’s courtyard. In the event of inclement weather, it will move inside to the meeting room. Attendance will be limited, and current Covid-19 protocols will be followed. Registration is required.
Registration link: https://forms.gle/5DtSwbjMf66e7HRa7


 

 

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