Burlington County Library System | November/December 2014 Winter signs are everywhere, the winter winds are nipping, winter snow is in my hair, my winter nose is dripping. By: Jack Prelutsky COUNTY LIBRARY New! Chess at the Library Tuesdays, Oct. 28, Nov. 25 & Dec. 23 at 4 p.m. │All ages, child to adult │Registration required The Library is a friendly place for chess players of all levels to enjoy the great game of chess. Learn to play or improve your skills. Players of all levels welcome. Bring your iPad/tablet or chess set along if you have one or use one of ours. TEEN! Make Your Own Caramel Apples Saturday, Nov. 1 at 2 p.m. │Ages 12-18│No registration Caramel apple fans are invited to our caramel apple making program! Ever look at those fancy caramel apples in the store and think, “I could make something better than that!”? Here’s your chance! We supply the apples and dipping supplies, you supply the imagination. For more information, contact the YA Librarian at (609) 267-9660 ext. 3027 or email [email protected]. Toddlers & Twos Wednesdays, Nov. 5, 12 & 19 and Dec. 10 & 17 and Mondays Nov. 10 & 24 and Dec. 8 at 10:30 a.m.│Ages 19-35 months with a caregiver │Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Get ready to have fun at a program designed for the toddler on the go! Stories , songs, movement & more. New! Storytime with Local Authors Maria and April Kelly Thursday, Nov.6 at 2 p.m. │Ages 7-11│ Registration required Local authors Maria and April Kelly will read their book "The Rainbow Files: The Day I Was The Only Kid In School". Ask this mom and daughter team questions about what it is like to write a book, illustrate a story, and more! Tiny Tales Fridays, Nov. 7 & 21 and Dec. 5 & 19 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6 │ Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Join us for stories, bubbles and more! Yoga with Miss Debbie Sundays, Nov. 2 and Dec. 14 at 1 p.m. │Ages 5-12 │ Registration begins Oct. 5 & Nov. 2 Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or towel. Yoga helps develop better body awareness, self-control, flexibility and coordination. Yoga breathing exercises help children stay centered and calm in difficult situations throughout the day. Yoga balance poses help instill calm, confidence and balance. Yoga partner poses help develop trust. Kids are turning to Yoga to help them relax! And its FUN! Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day: Live Stage performance Friday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. │Family Event │Registration requested Not only does Alexander wake up with gum in his hair, his mother forgets to pack him dessert, and his best friend decides he's not his best friend anymore. Don’t miss this live performance of a favorite children’s book and Disney movie! Baby Time Mondays, Nov. 3 & 17 and Dec. 1 at 10:30 a.m. │ Ages up to months │Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Babies and Toddlers (with a favorite adult/s) are invited to enjoy books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and socialization activities New! Thank You Veterans! Card Making Program Tuesday, Nov. 11 from 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. │All ages│ No registration Drop in to make a thank you card for our local veterans. We will provide the supplies, you make the card. Cards will be given to local veterans. Autumn Leaves Make & Take Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 3:30 p.m. │All ages- young children may need assistance from an adult. Join us for a fun-filled leaf craft! Supplies are limited, so come early. Disney Princess vs. Super Heroes and Any Other Costumed Party Crashers Saturday, Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. │Ages 3-7│Registration required This is an opportunity to use those Halloween costumes again! We will enjoy musical chairs, parachute play and dancing with scarves. The Math Ladies Miss Phyllis and Miss Margaret will be at the County Library with help for all ages. MONDAYS and WEDNESDAYS From 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (NO REGISTRATION NEEDED) Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin County Library Continued… Lincoln and Douglass: Friends for Freedom This program is made possible through a grant from the National Endowment of the Humanities as part of its Bridging Cultures initiative Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 6-9 │Registration begins Oct. 29│ A glimpse into the friendship of two great men – as they shared ideas and worked with each other toward a common goal of freedom for the slaves. Enjoy stories and crafts to celebrate these two great leaders. Mother-Daughter Book Club Thursday Dec. 4 at 6:30 p.m. │Ages 8-12│Registration begins Oct. 30 Have you ever complained that you were bored? Please join Miss Doneanne for a book discussion, snacks, and a craft for this month’s book, “The Phantom Tollbooth” by Norton Juster for a fantasy of countless odd characters who are anything but dull. Turkey Time Make and Take Craft Thursday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. │Ages up to 8 │Registration requested Be sure to join Miss Doneanne for a Turkey Time make-and-take craft. A Christmas Carol-LIVE! Friday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. │Family Event │Registration requested A Christmas Carol: The Classic tale of a miser's redemption, performed live on stage. Ebenezer Scrooge is a nasty, mean, snarling old geezer. His one and only friend visits him as a ghost, and starts him on a journey that melts his icy heart and teaches him the joys of caring for, and giving to others. Super Saturday Saturday, Nov. 15 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-6│Registration requested Join Miss Marsha for storytime and a super fun Thanksgiving craft! Make & Take Craft Sunday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. │Family event│ Registration required Join us to make a seasonal craft! Time for 3s and 4s Tuesdays, Nov. 18 & 25 and Dec. 9 at 10:30 a.m. │ Ages 3 & 4│Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Children (with a favorite adult/s) are invited to enjoy books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays and movement activities TEEN! Teen Advisory Board Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 6:30 p.m .│Ages 12-18│No registration Join us for a Teen Advisory Board (TAB) meeting. Good eats, great company, and you get to voice your opinions to the YA Librarian! We’ll be discussing programs, the teen space and more! And TAB counts as service hours! For more information, contact the YA Librarian, Kathleen Gruver, at (609) 267-9660 ext. 3027 or email [email protected]. Storytime Adventures at the Mall Thursday, Nov. 20 at 11a.m.│Ages up to 8 This event will be held in the Lord & Taylor Court of the Moorestown Mall Children are invited to a storytime and “make-and-take” craft at the Mall. Guys Read Book Club (Wonder by R.J. Palacio) Saturday, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m.│Ages 8-12│Registration Requested Join Mr. Dennis for a lively discussion of the book Wonder by R.J. Palacio. This discussion will be accompanied by snacks and refreshments. August Pullman was born with a facial difference that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary kid—but his new classmates can’t get past Auggie’s extraordinary face. Thanksgiving Make & Take Craft Sunday, Nov. 23 from 2-4 p.m. │Come early, supplies will be limited. │All ages-younger children will need an adults help Join us at the library to make a turkey decoration from a repurposed cd. Make and Take Holiday Craft Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 10:30 p.m. │Ages 2-6│Registration required Children are invited to make a holiday craft with their favorite grownup. Holly Wreath Make and Take Craft Monday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. │Ages up to 8 │Registration requested Be sure to join Miss Doneanne for a Holly Wreath make and take craft. Library Hounds Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 6:30 p.m.│Ages 5-10│Registration requested Children are welcome to practice their reading skills and make new furry friends by reading aloud to registered therapy dogs from the volunteer group Happy Tails. New! Gift Making Extravaganza Thursday, Dec. 11 from 6-8 p.m.│ All ages- young children may need assistance from an adult │ Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Need gifts this holiday season? Join us for a crafting event to make gifts for your family & friends. Plus a wrapping and card making station. The Snow Queen - LIVE! Friday, Dec.12 at 7 p.m. │Family Event │Registration requested The classic story by Hans Christian Andersen comes to the stage in this fantastic winter tale of two friendly children, a lonely queen and the warmth of rediscovered love. Super Saturday Saturday, Dec. 13 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-6│Registration requested Join Miss Marsha for a super storytime and a super fun holiday craft! TEEN! Bottle Cap Crafting Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. │Ages 12-18│No registration Make magnets, charms, earrings and more for yourself or as holiday gifts! No registration required. For more information, contact the YA Librarian at (609) 267-9660 X3027 or email [email protected]. Winter Wonderland Scavenger Hunt Sunday, Dec. 28 from 2-4 p.m. │All ages We will give you a map with winter themed clues, answer the clues to find the items around the room. Everyone receives a small prize. New! Winter Holidays Around The World Legos at the Library Monday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. │All ages │Walk-ins welcome Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 6:30 p.m. │Ages 5-13│Registration requested Stop by the children's department to make crafts from around the world. 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! New! New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball/Dance Party Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 11 a.m. │Ages up to 8 │Registration requested New! Homeschool Lego Club Join us to make a New Year’s Eve mask before we party and count Thursday, Dec. 4 from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. down to 12 (noon). There will be dancing, action plays, snacks and a │ Homeschoolers ages 5-13│Registration requested; walk-ins welcome special New Year’s ‘Toast”. Help us to bring in 2015! Homeschoolers are invited to drop in between 10:30 a.m. & 12 p.m. to create with our Legos. No need to bring anything but your imagination! Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin BORDENTOWN LIBRARY Siblings and children of all abilities are welcome at all our programs New! Puzzle Mania Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6│ No registration Do you love puzzles? We do too! Join Puzzle Mania, a program for kids ages 3-6. We'll have all a lot of puzzles for you to solve and enjoy! New! Eric Dasher’s “Brain Wash Game Show!” Thursday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. │Ages 5 & up │Registration begins October 23 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! 3-6 Year Old Storytime Friday, Nov. 21 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6│Registration begins Nov. 7 Children are invited to enjoy storytime, songs and a craft! Indoor Sports Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6│Registration not required Children ages 3 and older are invited to play some indoor sports, basketball and bowling; get ready for lots of fun! 3-6 Year Old Storytime! Thursday, Dec. 4 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6│Registration begins Nov. 20 Children are invited to enjoy storytime, songs and a craft! Gingerbread House Craft! Monday, Dec. 8 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 5-11 │Registration begins Nov. 24 It’s that house building time of year again! Children ages 5 to 11 years are welcome to join us to make some yummy, festive gingerbread houses. Be sure to bring a can of icing (not whipped) with you. Big Blocks & Legos Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 10:30 a.m. │ Monday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. Children up to 6 will have loads of fun creating, while learning colors, shapes, concepts such as shape relations, and practice in manual dexterity. TEEN! Gingerbread House Craft! The sky is the limit for kids ages 7-12! Let your imagination soar! Create Monday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. │Ages 12-18│Registration begins Nov. 24 whatever structure you like just as long as it fits in the Program Room! It’s that house building time of year again! Teens ages 12 to 18 years are welcome to join us to make some yummy, festive gingerbread Crafting for Tweens houses. Be sure to bring a can of icing (not whipped) with you. Thursday, Nov. 13 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 7-12 │Registration begins October 30. 3-6 Year Old Storytime! Tweens are invited to get crafty as they create one-of-a-kind decorations Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-6│Registration begins Dec. 2 for their rooms, lockers or just about anywhere! Will it be sporty, pretty or Children are invited to enjoy storytime, songs and a craft! totally crazy? That's for you to decide! Family Holiday Night TEEN! Teen Advisory Board Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. │Ages 3 & up Saturday, Nov. 15 and Dec. 20 at 1:30 p.m. │Ages 12-18 │Registration begins Dec. 3 Teens are invited to attend the Teen Advisory Board meeting. At the Professional Storyteller, Denise McCormack, will captivate both old and meeting teens will be able to share their ideas on programming, and how young alike, with her intimate retelling of traditional stories, such as to attract more kids their age to the library. The meetings are counted 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, The Polar Express, and other holiday towards volunteer hours! favorites. Get into the holiday spirit by drinking hot cocoa and eating gingerbread cookies! Baby Fun Time! Monday, Nov. 17, Tuesday, Dec. 2 and Friday, Dec.19 at Tween Book Club: “Kingdom Keepers: Disney After Dark” 10:30 a.m. │Ages up to 17 months │Registration requested Thursday, Dec. 18 at 6:30 p.m. │Ages 7-12│Registration requested Babies and a caregiver are invited to experience the joy of pop-up Tweens are invited to join us for an evening of discussion and activities books, music, and movement. Musical instruments are provided! based on this month’s book selection: "Kingdom Keepers: Disney After Dark" by Ridley Pearson. Snacks are provided! Toddlers & Twos! Monday, Nov. 17, Tuesday, Dec. 2 and Friday, Dec. 19 at 11:15 a.m. Family Movie Matinee │Ages 18-35 months │Registration requested Tuesday, Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. │Ages 5 & up │Registration not required Toddlers and a caregiver are invited to enjoy pop-up books, sing, Kids are invited to join us for a PG rated movie: Maleficent (2014)-A dance, experience hands on musical instrument fun, and have time for vengeful fairy is driven to curse an infant princess, only to discover that socialization! the child may be the one person who can restore peace to their troubled land. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a parent/ Chess & Board Games guardian. Snacks are welcome. Wednesday, Nov. 19 and Thursday, Dec.11 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 3 & up Chess, Sorry, Topple...What is your favorite board game? Join us for an afternoon of fun. Bring your own game or play one of ours. Everyone at the Tween Book Club: “Into the Wild” Thursday Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m. │Ages 3 & up │Registration requested Tweens are invited to join us for an evening of discussion and activities based on this month’s book selection: "Into the Wild" by Erin Hunter. Burlington County Library System would like to wish all of our patrons, big and small a very “Happy New Year!” Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin CINNAMINSON LIBRARY Yummy Tummy Storytime Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 10:30 a.m. & 4:15 p.m. │Ages 3-6 │Registration required. Bon Appetit! Join us on for delicious stories, songs, fingerplays and craft. Enjoy a yummy snack. Please bring a canned or boxed item to donate to families in need. NEW! International Game Day Saturday, Nov. 15 from 1-3 p.m. │All ages │Registration not required. Come celebrate International Game Day @your library. We will have fun board games, card games and more! Yoga Tyme Wednesday, Nov. 12 and Dec. 10 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 stories, music, rhythm and sign language into a fun-filled yoga experience. TEEN! Reading, Eating, Action & Death Magazine Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. │Ages 12-18 R.E.A.D is back and we need your submissions. Fresh off from our workshop month is our 7th issue! If you want your work featured please send it via email by Wednesday, Nov. 26 to Shannon Fagan at [email protected] any art, comics, reviews, short stories, poetry and creativity is welcome! Pajama Storytime Tuesday, Nov.18 at 7 p.m. │Ages 3-6 TEEN! Reading, Eating, Action and Death Workshop │Registration requested; walk-ins welcome. Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m. │Ages 12-18 │No registration Zzzzz! Wear your pajamas and bring your pillow and favorite stuffed We’re taking a break from the magazine. Join as we read your writing animal friend and enjoy turkey tales together. and give constructive feedback. If you want your work to be critiqued you must email Shannon Fagan by Friday, October 31 at [email protected] Turkey Tales Storytime Wednesday, Nov.19 at 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. │Ages 3-6 Baby Time Gobble, gobble… Enjoy Thanksgiving stories, songs and fingerplays and Thursdays,Nov.6 & 20 and Dec. 4 & 18 at 11a.m.│Ages up to 23 make a cute little turkey craft. months │Registration required Oh baby! Wee ones will enjoy stories, songs, nursery rhymes, fin- Lego League gerplays, movement and socialization activities. Shake your rattles and Saturday, Nov. 22 and Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. │Ages 7-14 roll! │Registration required │Snacks will be served Lego Masters, report to the library for this month’s challenge, which will NEW! Eric Dasher’s Brainwash Game Show be revealed at the meeting. Please do not bring Legos from home. Friday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. │Ages 6-14 │Registration requested; walk-ins welcome. Tumbling Time School is closed for the Teacher’s Convention! Please join us for the Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 3-5 │Registration required. Brainwash Game Show featuring a fast-paced interactive trivia fun for Get excited about exercise! Kids will build motor skills and coordination children. Projected on a giant screen, this program is filled with trivia, through movements, music, gymnastics, and games. music, pictures, facts, and more with loads of audience participation! Red is Best Storytime Tumbling Toddlers Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 10:30a.m. and 4:15 p.m. │Ages 3-6 Monday, Nov. 10 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 18-35 months with caregiver │Registration required. Enjoy exercise, music, and movement activities and have fun “tumbling” Join us for some fun with the color red. Enjoy stories, songs and together. fingerplays and create a really red craft for the holidays! Native American Tales and Craft Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 4:15 p.m. │Ages 6-12│Registration required. Enjoy Native American stories told in a variety of ways and make a fun craft. We will also be working with and eating corn. Please make Miss Kristie aware of any allergies prior to the program: [email protected] Checkers and Chess Club Thursday, Nov. 13 and Dec.11 at 4 p.m. │Ages 8-16 │Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Calling all chess and checkers fans! If you like to play, bring your chess or checkers set along if you have one. Refreshments will be served. Turkey Time Make-n-Take Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10-5 p.m. │ All ages, younger children with a parent │Registration required. Drop in anytime to make a fun turkey craft. While supplies last. Holiday Card Make-n-Take Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. │ All ages, younger children with a parent Walk in and make your own card creation! Plenty of ideas and supplies are available while they last! Holiday Magic Storytime Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. │Ages 3-6│Registration required Bring your best singing (or humming) voice and enjoy favorite stories and songs together at this wonderful family event. You may meet a very special visitor (all dressed in red) too. Holiday Sing-Along Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 18 months-5 years │Registration required. Little ones will join Miss Jessica and her guitar for a morning of holiday songs. Sing, dance and move to the beat together! Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin Cinnaminson Branch Continued… Evesham Branch Continued... Family Holiday Fest Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. │Ages 6-12 with a parent │Registration required. Before the season really gets crazy, let’s hang out and have some fun. Families will work together playing games, making keepsakes, and having fun! Snacks will be served. Library Babies Thursday, Nov. 13 and Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages12-24 months │Registration required Join other mothers and caregivers with your baby for stories, rhymes, music, and socialization activities. NEW! TEEN! Holidays with the Doctor Saturday, Dec. 20 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. │Ages 12-18 Grab your sonic screwdriver, allons-y and don’t blink! We’re hosting a Dr. Who-a-thon. Come in your pajamas, sip on hot chocolate and munch on food as we kick back and relax and watch back to back Dr. Who holiday specials (beginning with The Christmas Invasion). Remember to bring pillows and blankets to laze on. If you stay for the whole marathon, you will leave with a special prize and prizes are cool!! EVESHAM LIBRARY TEEN! Ultimate Kung Fu for Teens Mondays, Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 4 p.m. │Ages12-18 │Registration required We will be offering a 4 week introduction to Wing Chun Kung Fu for teenagers 12-18 with Sifu Louis Diloretto of the Traditional Wing Chung Kung Fu & Tai Chi Center, Berlin. We will be showing basic self-defense strategies and common sense principles to keep one safe and have fun! Yoga Tyme Friday Nov. 14 and Dec. 12 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 4-6 years │Registration required Join Ms. Janet for this innovative Yoga activity that incorporates sign language, music, rhythm and finger play Owl Tales Monday, Nov. 17 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages3-5│Registration required Owl Tales is full of adventurous tales, songs, fun, and a feathery craft. It’ll be a hoot. Parachute Play Wednesday, Nov. 19 and Thursday, Dec. 18 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-4 accompanied by a caregiver │Registration required Join us for a half hour of parachute games and playtime. Abrakadoodle Wednesday, Nov. 19 and Dec. 17 at 4 p.m. │Ages 5-12 │Registration required Explore and learn while using your imaginationto create your own framed masterpiece. Boppin Babies Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 10:15 a.m. │Ages 12-24 months; siblings must remain seated│ Registration required Join Ms. Jenn for a fun circle time with parachute play and more. Time for Twos and Threes Thursday, Nov. 20 at 10:30 a.m.│Ages 2-3 years │Registration required Gobble, gobble, gobble! Children are invited to hear Thanksgiving Day stories, sing songs, and make a simple craft. Little Movers and Shakers Wednesday, November 5 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. Snack Attack Thursday, Nov. 20 at 1 p.m. │Ages 3-6│Registration required Join Ms. Holly and Ms. Ashley, R.D. from the Shop Rite of Marlton, as we read a Thanksgiving story and learn how to prepare a delicious & healthy snack using seasonal ingredients. (Please list food allergies.) Lego Club Thursday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. │Ages 6-12│Registration required Hello Lego fanatics. Off from school? Come into the library and have fun making Lego creations. Enjoy 60 minutes of fun and collaboration. Legos are provided. Magic by Leonardo Friday, Nov. 7 at 10 a.m. │Ages 3 & up │Registration required Join us during your break from school to see an awesome magic show with Leonardo the Magician. Please register all who are sitting. Sunday Craft Sunday, Nov. 9 at 1 p.m. │Ages 3 & up │No registration Drop in anytime between 1-4 p.m. and make a fun, colorful turkey craft. All supplies provided. Wagging Tales Monday, Nov. 10 & Dec. 29 at 7 p.m. │All Ages │Registration required Come and visit the therapy dogs from Loving Paws, who visit us each month for reading and fun. Learn all kinds of interesting things about dogs and practice reading. It’s a dog-a-bration! Kids Can Cook Thursday, Nov. 20 and Dec. 11 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.) SAT/ACT Practice Test with Kaplan Saturday, Nov. 22 from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. │Ages 13 & up │Registration required The 3.5-hour combo practice test helps students decide which test is right for them. Students receive feedback comparing their performance on each of the analogous test sections of the two exams—for example, SAT Math section vs. ACT Math section. This is a perfect opportunity to experience both tests. Turkey Tales Tuesday, Nov.25 at 10:30a.m. or 1p.m.│Ages 3-5│Registration required Celebrate Thanksgiving with us. Have fun listening to some crazy turkey stories, talk about the letter “T,” and make a holiday craft. Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin Evesham Branch Continued... Maple Shade Branch Continued… Snack Attack Monday, Dec. 1 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 holiday story and learn how to prepare a delicious & healthy snack using wintry ingredients. (Please list any food allergies.) Native American Tales and Craft Monday, Nov. 17 at 4 p.m. │Ages 6 & up Join Miss Kristie for fun stories from many different Native American nations. We will make a fun craft and try some great snacks. Food will be served. Horse Tales Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 3-5 │Registration required Calling all cowboys and cowgirls … mosey over to the library and join Ms. Holly for a storytime all about horses! Craft included. PJ Storytime Tuesday, November 18 at 7 p.m. │Ages 6 & under 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. Time for Twos and Threes Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-3 years with a caregiver │Registration required Enjoy a wonderful holiday storytime with Ms. Mary. Turkey Day Make and Take Monday, November 24 while supplies last │Ages 4-14 Pop into the library to make an adorable, one of a kind turkey craft to use at home for the holidays. All materials provided by the library and are available while supplies last. Holiday Tea Card Craft Sunday, Dec. 21 at 2 p.m. │Ages 3-16 │No Registration required Drop in and make a holiday tea card. Holiday Storytime Monday, Dec. 22 at 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. │Ages 3-5 │Registration required Celebrate the holidays with us! Join Ms. Holly for a holiday storytime full of fun, adventure, & tradition. Craft included. Holiday Craft and Scavenger Hunt TBD │Ages 3 & Up │No Registration required Off from school for the holidays? Drop by for a festive craft and scavenger hunt. MAPLE SHADE LIBRARY Down on the Farm Storytime Monday, Nov. 3 at 11a.m. and Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. │Ages 6 & under │Registration not required Join Miss Kristie for “Down on the Farm” storytime featuring stories, songs, and games all about the farm. Baby Time Friday, Nov. 7 and 21 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 0-23 months This storytime for our youngest patrons features stories, songs, and movement for the very young and their caregivers. Toddler Time Friday, Nov. 7 and 21 at 11:15 a.m. │Ages 2-3 Join us for a special storytime just for our toddlers featuring stories, songs, and dancing for our little ones who are on the move! International Game Day Event Saturday, Nov. 15 from 1-3 p.m. │All ages Come celebrate International Game Day with us! We will feature board games throughout the library, tabletop demonstrations, and a life-sized version of Candyland for children ages 4-12. Into the Snowy Woods Storytime Tuesday, December 2 at 11 a.m. │Ages 6 & under Join us for tales of the winter woods and the animals that live there. Sing songs, and play games at our morning storytime. Baby Time Friday, December 5 & 19 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 0-23 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, and registration is not necessary. Toddler Time Friday, December 5 and 19 at 11:15 a.m. │Ages 2-3 Join us for a special storytime just for our toddlers featuring stories, songs, and dancing for our little ones who are on the move! Holiday Wreath Make and Take Monday, December 22 while supplies last │Ages 4-14 Pop into the library to make a special, holiday themed wreath to use as a decoration at home. All materials provided by the library and are available while supplies last. Family Gingerbread House Stories and Craft Monday, December 23 at 7 p.m. │Family Event│No registration Before the holiday season gets really crazy, let’s get together and hear stories, drink hot cocoa and make a gingerbread house craft. TEEN! Teen Supernatural Marathon Friday, December 26 while supplies last │Ages 12-18 Wear your pjs or comfortable clothes and let’s spend the day with Sam and Dean. We will randomly select episodes of Supernatural to watch. Popcorn and other snacks will be served. If you cannot stay all day, pop in for an episode or two. Family Movie Tuesday, December 30 at 11 a.m. │Family Event Cabin fever kicked in yet? We will view a family friendly feature, perfect for children ages ten and under. Snacks will be served Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin PEMBERTON LIBRARY Hunger Games Scavenger Hunt Nov. 1-20 during library hours │All ages Hunt around the entire library for paper parachutes sent into the “arena”. Fill out the contest entry form at the Children’s Information Desk listing the items you found in these parachutes for a chance to win a $25 Regal Gift Card to see The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1, in theaters on Friday Nov. 21! Ready Readers Storytime Mondays, Nov. 10, 17 & 24 and Dec. 1, 8, 15 & 22 at 4 p.m. │Ages 3-5 Join us after school for a Storytime with a focus on early literacy activities! Knit/Crochet Club Mondays, Nov. 10, 17 & 24 and Dec.1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 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 will supply the practice yarn. Learn basic stitches to get started on a project. Storytime Wednesdays, Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. │Ages 18 months & up; accompanied by a caregiver. Join us for stories, a simple craft and playtime together! Scavenger Hunt Thursday, Nov. 6 and Dec.11 at 11 a.m. │Ages 1-5 │Registration required Little ones are invited to their own scavenger hunt in the library! Brain Wash Game Show Thursday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. │Registration required │Recommended for families with children 5 & up Brain Wash Game Shows are as close to being on a real TV game show as you can get. Real contestant podiums with flashing lights, digital scoring and a lightning fast "Lockout System" keep the action going. With all of the questions projected onto screens, everyone including the audience is part of the game. Baby Storytime Fridays, Nov. 7, 14 & 21 and Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages up to 17 months Join us for Storytime for babies! We’ll enjoy stories, fingerplays, songs & play time together. Must be accompanied by a caregiver. Beat the Librarian Friday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. │All ages Have off from school? Good at games like Battleship or Cooking Mama? Stop by the Children’s Information Desk & challenge Miss Theresa to a game! If you win, you get a prize! Fall Paint-a-long Sunday, Nov. 9 at 1 p.m. │Ages 5 & up │Registration required Grab your apron for this painting program with Miss Theresa! Create a fall scene on canvas with step-by-step instructions! Please wear appropriate clothing for painting. Beat the Librarian Sunday, Nov. 9 at 3:30 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! If you win, you get a prize! Sewing Friends Monday, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8 at 2:30 p.m. & 4 p.m. │Ages 7 & up │ Registration required Children ages 7 years and up will learn basic sewing skills to complete a project. All materials will be provided. Toddler Dance Party Thursday, Nov. 13 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 9 months & up Get out of the house and ready for a half hour of music and movement for little ones ages 9 months & up and their caregivers. Movie Time Mr. Peabody & Sherman Thursday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. │All ages All ages are invited to enjoy the movie Mr. Peabody & Sherman, rated PG, on our big screen! Machine Sewing Monday, Nov. 17 and Dec. 15 at 2:30 p.m. & 4p.m. │Ages 8 & up │Registration required Children ages 8 years & up can bring their own sewing machine and join us to learn new skills. All materials will be provided. Parachute Play Thursday, Nov. 20 and Dec 4 & 18 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-4│ Children ages 2-4 can join us for a half hour of parachute games and play time together! Must be accompanied by a caregiver. Movie Time: The Hunger Games & Catching Fire Thursday, Nov. 20 & Friday, Nov. 21 at 2 p.m. │Ages 13 & up Prepare yourself for the release of The Hunger Games: Mocking Jay Part 1 and enjoy an afterschool popcorn snack while watching The Hunger Games on Thursday, Nov. 20 and Catching Fire on Friday, Nov. 21 both starting at 2 p.m. For each Hunger Games program you attend, you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $25 Regal Gift Card to see The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1. Movie Time : How to Train Your Dragon 2 Thursday, Nov. 20 at 6 p.m.│All ages All ages are invited to enjoy the movie How to Train Your Dragon 2, rated PG, on our big screen! Turkey Make-n-Take Craft Saturday, Nov. 22-Wednesday, Nov. 26 during library hours │All ages Drop in anytime during library hours to make a turkey craft in the Children’s Area. Craft materials will be available while supplies last. Movie Time Double Feature Saturday, Nov. 22 at 1 p.m. │All ages No registration is required to enjoy this double feature! Starting at 1 p.m., see How to Train Your Dragon, followed by How to Train Your Dragon 2, both rated PG, on our big screen! Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin Pemberton Branch Continued… Book Club: Grades 3-6 Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 3 p.m. │Grades 3-6 Talk to other kids about what you have been reading in a book club just for kids in grades 3-6! Join us for an afternoon snack while we discuss The Borrowers by Mary Norton and watch the movie The Secret World of Arrietty (G, 95 minutes) based on the book! Beat the Librarian Sunday, Dec. 7 at 3:30 p.m. │All ages Good at games like Battleship or Cooking Mama? Stop by any time between 3:30-5 p.m. at the Children’s Information Desk & challenge Miss Theresa to a game! If you win, you get a prize! Gingerbread House Competition Fall Time Bingo Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. │Ages 5-12│Registration required Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 2 p.m. │Ages 5-12 │Registration required Design and make a "gingerbread" house to be judged in different cateCreate your own board and play a few rounds of Bingo. If you win, you’ll gories. Create the best house and you could win a prize! get a prize! TEEN! Teen Book Club: Fault in Our Stars Sunday, Nov. 30 at 1:30 p.m. │Grades 6-12│Registration requested 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, Fault in Our Stars by John Green. Books are chosen by the Teen Advisory Board members. Registration is not necessary, but no registration = no pizza. Elf on the Shelf Dec. 1-24 during library hours │All ages One of Santa’s elves will be in the Children’s Area of the library from December 1st-24th . Find him and fill out an entry form with his location for a chance to win a prize! His location will change every Monday, so make sure to enter each week! Christmas Countdown Craft Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 4 p.m. │All ages│Registration required Kids of all ages are invited to make a craft to countdown ‘til Christmas. Library Legos Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. │Grades K-5│No registration Teams and/or individuals will be given themes to build from Legos in an hour. Sponsored by Pemberton Library TAB. Movie Time: The Santa Clause Thursday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. │ All ages │No registration All ages are invited to enjoy the movie The Santa Clause, rated PG, on our big screen! Holiday Make-n-Take Craft Saturday, Dec. 20-Wednesday, Dec. 24 during library hours │All ages Drop in anytime during library hours to make a holiday craft in the Children’s Area. Craft materials will be available while supplies last. Movie Time: Double Feature Saturday, Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. │All ages No registration is required to enjoy this holiday double feature! Starting at 1 p.m., see The Santa Clause 2, followed by The Santa Clause 3, both rated PG, on our big screen! TEEN! Teen Book Club: Confessions of a Murder Suspect Sunday, Dec. 21 at 1:30 p.m. │Grades 6-12│Registration requested 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, Confessions of a Murder Suspect by James Patterson. Books are chosen by the Teen Advisory Board members. Registration is not necessary, but no registration = no pizza. TEEN! Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 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? Last Minute Gift Craft Tuesday, Dec. 23 at 4 p.m. │Ages 8 & up │Registration required Need a last minute gift for the holidays? We’ll show you how to create ornaments or decorations from book pages! Storytime Wednesdays, Dec. 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. │Ages 18 months & up; accompanied by a caregiver. Join us for stories, a simple craft and play time together! Beat the Librarian Monday, Dec. 29 from 2-4 p.m.│All ages Good at games like Battleship or Cooking Mama? Stop by any time From 2-4 p.m. at the Children’s Information Desk & challenge Miss Theresa to a game! If you win, you get a prize! Movie Time: Saving Santa Thursday, Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. │All ages│No registration All ages are invited to enjoy the movie Saving Santa, rated PG, on our big screen! American Girl Tea Sunday, Dec. 7 from 1-3 p.m. │Ages 7 & up │Registration required Warm up with some hot cocoa or tea, enjoy refreshments and learn about Rebecca, an American Girl from 1914 New York City. Create a menorah in celebration of Hanukkah just like Rebecca would have done in 1914 (except flame-free!). Frozen Party Tuesday, Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. │Ages 2 & up│ Join us for a Frozen-themed party! Come in costume to play games, make a craft, enjoy refreshments and end the party with the movie! Registration required. New Year’s Eve Storytime Party Wednesday, Dec. 31at 11 p.m. │Ages 1 & up │Registration required Celebrate the countdown to 12 (noon!) at this special NYE Storytime! Listen to stories, go on a scavenger hunt, enjoy an apple juice toast at noon and play time together! Refreshments will be served. Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin PINELANDS LIBRARY Kid’s Knitting Club Mondays, Nov. 3, 10 17 & 24 at 4 p.m. │Ages 7-16 │Registration required During this 4-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. PLEASE NOTE: When you sign up, it is for all four sessions. Toddler Time Wednesdays, Nov.5 & Dec. 3 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 2-3 │Registration required Join Mr. Rick for some fun stories, songs, and a fun activity! Storytime with Mr. Rick Fridays, Nov. 14 & Dec. 12 at 10:30 a.m. and Tuesdays, Nov. 25 & Dec.16 at 1:30 p.m. │Ages 4-6│ Registration required Come join Mr. Rick for stories of all kinds to be followed by an engaging & creative activity. Family Movie Night Tuesdays, Nov. 18 & Dec. 16 at 6 p.m. │All ages│ Registration required Bring the whole family for the month's feature. (How to Train Your Dragon 2 in November & E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial in December.) Junior Lego Club Tuesdays, Nov. 25 & Dec. 30 at 4 p.m. │Ages 5-9 Lego Club │ Registration required Wednesdays, Nov. 5 & 19, Thursday, Dec. 11 & Tuesday, Dec. 23 Join our Lego Club for creativity and imagination in action. Kids can work at 4 p.m. │Ages 7-12│ Registration required individually or in teams to create this month’s challenge. Junior Lego Join our Lego Club for creativity and imagination in action. Kids can work Club is especially for younger Lego builders! individually or in teams. Snack Attack Magic by Leonardo Wednesdays, Nov. 26 & Dec. 17 at noon (4-6 year olds) Thursday, Nov. 6 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages 4 & up│ Registration required & 4 p.m. (7-12 year olds) │ Registration required Join us for a fun-filled experience combining magic and comedy! You Join Miss Niki or Miss Beth Ann, DTRs, from the Shop Rite of Medford might just get plucked out of the audience and be a part of the show! for a story & lesson about how to prepare a healthy snack. Yoga Pretzels Thursdays, Nov.6 & 20 and Dec. 4 & 18 at 4:30 p.m. │Ages 6-12 │ Registration required Yoga Pretzels is a fun and vibrant way to get kids bending, breathing, twisting, and stretching. Kids will find their connection with the universe though playful poses. Guided meditation at the end of the session will help kids develop focus, self-awareness, and a sense of calm. Paws to Read Fridays, Nov. 7, 14 & 21, Dec. 5 & 19 from 3:30, 3:45, 4, & 4:15 p.m. │All ages │ Registration required Children are welcome to practice their reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to Ocho or Brooke, registered therapy dogs. They are all lovable dogs that enjoy hearing a good story. Sign up for a 15-minute slot and see what it's all about! Chess Club Wednesday, Nov. 12 & Dec. 10 at 4 p.m. │Ages 7-16 │Registration required 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. Kids Can Cook Wednesday, Nov. 12 & Tuesday, Dec. 2 at noon │Ages 4-6 │ Registration required Join Miss Niki or Miss Beth Ann, DTRs, from the Shop Rite of Medford for some kid-friendly cooking. Children will sample new foods while learning about cooking, nutrition, and sharing. Parachute Play Wednesdays, Nov. 19 & Dec. 31 at 10:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. │Ages 2-4; accompanied by caregiver.│ Registration required Join us for parachute games and play time together! Pokémon Battle Bash Saturdays, Nov. 29 & Dec. 27 at 2 p.m. │Ages 7-12│ Registration required Join Mr. Will for fun-filled Pokémon battle with other Pokémon trainers! Bring your Nintendo DS/DSi/3DS system and Pokémon Black/White &/or X/Y to participate. Bone Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 4 p.m. │Ages 6-12│ Registration required Join Mr. Rick for a big-screen reading of selections from Jeff Smith’s comic masterpiece, Bone. Meet three cousins exiled from their home who find themselves in a valley full of surprises. Part Lord of the Rings, part Looney Tunes, Bone is exciting, funny, frightening, & beautiful. The reading will be followed by a fun, story-related activity. 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. Library Babies Thursday, Nov. 13 & Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 10:30 a.m. │Ages up to 24 months│ Registration required Our littlest library goers are invited to join Mr. Rick for stories, songs, rhymes, and play time. Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin RIVERTON FREE LIBRARY HipHop Saturday, Nov. 1 & Dec. 13at 1 p.m. │Family event │ Registration requested; walk-ins welcome Miss Sara from Performance Studio will be at the Riverton Library to give a lesson on HipHop. The whole family is invited to participate . Story Hour Tuesday Tuesdays, Nov. 18 & 25 and Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 10:30 a.m. Preschool children are invited to the Riverton Library Story Hour every Tuesday. Join us for fingerplay, books, flannel stories and coloring. Story Hour Thursday Thursdays, Nov. 6, 13 & 20 and Dec. 4, 11 & 18 at 10 a.m. │Preschoolers Preschool children are invited to the Riverton Library Story Hour. Join us for fingerplay, books, flannel stories and coloring. Eric Dasher-Brainwash Game Show Friday, Nov. 7 at 10:30 a.m. │Family event │Registration required Mark your calendars for an exciting family event. Brain Wash Game Show is the hot, new, ever changing, interactive trivia fun for everyone! Loaded with trivia, video, music, facts, pop-culture, puzzles and more. All projected onto large video screens for everyone to see. This is as close as you can be to being on TV. Wrap It Up! Saturday, Dec.20 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. │School age Children are invited to stop in to “Wrap It Up!” Bring a present and learn to gift wrap. You can even design your own gift wrap! Bang In the New Year! Sunday, Dec. 28 at 2:00 p.m. │Ages 5 & up│ Registration required Why not make some New Year musical instruments - perfect for making a loud noise to usher in 2015! If time allows we’ll also make party hats! AUTHORS OF THE MONTH November December Jamie Lee Curtis Keiko Kasza Family Movie-Alpha and Omega 2: A Howl-iday Adventure Friday, Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m. │Family event Kate & Humphrey and their three wolf cubs are happily preparing to celebrate their first winter together when their smallest cub mysteriously disappears. They must find him before it snows and blocks their way home. The whole family will enjoy an action packed, suspenseful movie that is filled with plenty of humor and heartwarming moments. While their adventure does not end exactly as planned, Kate & Humphrey discover that "Home is where the Family Is!" Saturday Crafternoon Saturdays, Nov. 8, 15, 22, 29 and Dec. 6 from 2-4 p.m. │Ages 6 & up Every Saturday from Nov. 8 to Dec. 13 join us from 2-4 p.m. Make one project or stay the afternoon. See our website for details. Pajamas, Hot Chocolate, and Santa Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. │Family event │ Registration requested. Join us for a very special Santa storytime. Santa will read a Christmas story then each child is invited to sit on his lap for a few minutes to visit with him and get a candy cane. Parents, bring a camera for pictures. Children, bring your list! Holiday Crafts Sunday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m.│ Ages 5 & up Stop by for this make and take Sunday afternoon. We’ll have plenty of glitter on hand for this popular craft program! Family Movie Night: Secret of NIMH Friday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. │Family event This is the film adapted version of Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. Obrien. This 5 star film is about a widowed mouse and her children who are helped by a secret society of highly-intelligent rats that have escaped from a nearby science lab. Suitable for children ages 8 and up! Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin Family Movie Night at the County Library Most Fridays at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.│All Ages Join us in the Auditorium for a family friendly movie! Call the library or check our website for details. Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin And The Winner of Our Monthly Contest is... Burlington County Library System For hours and directions to your library : www.bcls.lib.nj.us/libraries On your phone: http://bcls.boopsie.com/ August Headquarters: Colin Terry (5) County Library Bordentown: Gavin Rosenblstt (9) 5 Pioneer Boulevard | Westampton NJ 08060 (609) 267-9660 Cinnaminson: Georgia Fry (8) Bordentown Library 18 East Union Street | Bordentown, NJ 08505 (609) 298-0622 Evesham: Haley Farrow (10), Ashley Lupa (7) & Michael A. Shimp (8) Cinnaminson Library 1619 Riverton Road | Cinnaminson, NJ 08077 (856) 829-9340 Pemberton: Samantha Otis (5) Medford: Jacob Martin Evesham Library 984 Tuckerton Road | Marlton, NJ 08053 (856) 983-1444 Maple Shade Library 200 Stiles Avenue | Maple Shade, NJ 08052 (856) 779-9767 September Headquarters: Trevone Andino (11) Pemberton Library 16 Broadway | Browns Mills, NJ 08015 609-893-8262 Cinnaminson: Miles Pizzo (6) Pinelands Library 39 Allen Avenue | Medford NJ 08055 (609) 654-6113 Evesham: Zachary Machowski (6) Pemberton: Noeliz Lemari (2) Riverton Free Library 306 Main Street | Riverton, NJ 08077 (856) 829-2476 Medford: Zach Aldakimon Here are a few November/December themed reading suggestions! Holiday J394.26 Hei Holiday E394.2649 J973.2 Sew Holiday EF Mac Burlington County Library System | Book Buddy Bulletin Royal Diaries Series JF Smith
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