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Christmas Eve

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 9:00pm
Mullica Hill, Glassboro, Greenwich, Logan, Swedesboro, Newfield, Off Site

All GCLS branches will be closing at 2:00pm.

Closing
Branches:
Mullica Hill, Glassboro, Greenwich, Logan, Swedesboro, Newfield, Off Site
Description:

All GCLS branches will be closing at 2:00pm.

Christmas Day

All Day
Off Site, Glassboro, Greenwich, Logan, Swedesboro, Mullica Hill, Newfield

All GCLS Branch Libraries will be closed for Christmas Day.

Closing
Branches:
Off Site, Glassboro, Greenwich, Logan, Swedesboro, Mullica Hill, Newfield
Description:

All GCLS Branch Libraries will be closed for Christmas Day.

Storytime

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Storytime:

 Join us for a family story time, with stories, themes, music, movement and a craft. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Program Type: Storytime
Required

 Join us for a family story time, with stories, themes, music, movement and a craft.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

New Year's Eve Celebration!

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Event
Age Group:
Age 3-5, Age 6-8, Age 9-12
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating the new year with activities, craft, and snack.  Be sure to register!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Age 3-5, Age 6-8, Age 9-12
Program Type: Event
Required
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating the new year with activities, craft, and snack.  Be sure to register!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

New Years Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 11:00pm
Mullica Hill, Glassboro, Greenwich, Logan, Swedesboro, Newfield, Off Site

All GCLS Branch Libraries will be closing at 5:00 pm.

Closing
Branches:
Mullica Hill, Glassboro, Greenwich, Logan, Swedesboro, Newfield, Off Site
Description:

All GCLS Branch Libraries will be closing at 5:00 pm.

New Years Day

All Day
Off Site, Glassboro, Greenwich, Logan, Swedesboro, Mullica Hill, Newfield

All GCLS Branch Libraries will be closed for New Years Day.

Closing
Branches:
Off Site, Glassboro, Greenwich, Logan, Swedesboro, Mullica Hill, Newfield
Description:

All GCLS Branch Libraries will be closed for New Years Day.

FURever as Friends

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Public Area at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Reading, Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Pet, read, and brush a therapy animal.  Some therapy animals may even do tricks!  This program is for all ages.  Please register.

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Public Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Reading, Event
Event Details:

Pet, read, and brush a therapy animal.  Some therapy animals may even do tricks!  This program is for all ages.  Please register.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

FURever as Friends Reading Program

Monday, January 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Public Area at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Reading, Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Visit our adorable therapy animals - read to them, brush them, pet them!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Public Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Reading, Event
Required
Event Details:

Visit our adorable therapy animals - read to them, brush them, pet them!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Consent Form

Please note, participants of this program will need to sign a waiver before participating.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

Storytime

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Event Details:

Children will enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays, and making a simple craft.  This program is best suited for children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years of age. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Children will enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays, and making a simple craft.  This program is best suited for children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years of age.  Call 467-0111 for more information

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

Teen Art Hangout

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Age 13-17
Event Details:

Enjoy trying out various art mediums and activities.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy trying out various art mediums and activities.

Storytime

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Event Details:

Children will enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays, and making a simple craft.  This program is best suited for children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years of age. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Children will enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays, and making a simple craft.  This program is best suited for children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years of age.  Call 467-0111 for more information

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

Gingerbread People Craft

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Age 18+
Event Details:

Make your own gingerbread cork people craft.

Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Make your own gingerbread cork people craft.

Gingerbread People Craft

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Age 18+
Event Details:

Make your own gingerbread bell people craft.

Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Make your own gingerbread bell people craft.

Toddler Music

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Event Details:

Dance, sing, and move with your little one.  Be sure to register.  Best suited for ages 2-1/2 to 6.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Program Type: Music
Required
Event Details:

Dance, sing, and move with your little one.  Be sure to register.  Best suited for ages 2-1/2 to 6.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Make a pasta snowflake

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Age 9-12
Event Details:

Create a unique snowflake from pasta!!  Supplies are limited, be sure to register.  Best suited for grades 3rd-6th.

Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Event Details:

Create a unique snowflake from pasta!!  Supplies are limited, be sure to register.  Best suited for grades 3rd-6th.

Homeschooler Fun

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5, Age 6-8, Age 6-12, Age 9-12
Event Details:

We will meet the 2nd Mondays of each month at 3:00 pm - at this time we will switch back and forth from STEM projects and Meet the Artist. Please be sure to register. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5, Age 6-8, Age 6-12, Age 9-12
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Event Details:

We will meet the 2nd Mondays of each month at 3:00 pm - at this time we will switch back and forth from STEM projects and Meet the Artist. Please be sure to register. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

Teen Writers' Club

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

If you love writing, need new ideas, like sharing ideas/stories/poems, and/or learning new writing techniques and types of writing – this club is for you. We also have a literary m...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Writing
Required
Event Details:

If you love writing, need new ideas, like sharing ideas/stories/poems, and/or learning new writing techniques and types of writing – this club is for you. We also have a literary magazine that your works can be included in!

Storytime

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Event Details:

Children will enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays, and making a simple craft.  This program is best suited for children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years of age. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Children will enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays, and making a simple craft.  This program is best suited for children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years of age.  Call 467-0111 for more information

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

Lego League

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Age 3-5, Age 6-12, Age 9-12
Event Details:

 Join us for a fun time of creating with Legos! Each month a challenge will be given for what to create. Space is limited. Each participant must be registered. This program is...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 3-5, Age 6-12, Age 9-12
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Event Details:

 Join us for a fun time of creating with Legos! Each month a challenge will be given for what to create. Space is limited. Each participant must be registered. This program is best suited for ages 4-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

Teen Anime Club

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Anime Club
Age Group:
Teens, Age 13-17
Event Details:

Watch and discuss your favorite anime and Manga. Play Pokémon and/or draw your favorite character.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Anime Club
Required
Event Details:

Watch and discuss your favorite anime and Manga. Play Pokémon and/or draw your favorite character.

Storytime

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Event Details:

Children will enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays, and making a simple craft.  This program is best suited for children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years of age. ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Children will enjoy listening to stories, singing songs, doing fingerplays, and making a simple craft.  This program is best suited for children ages 2-1/2 to 5 years of age.  Call 467-0111 for more information

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

Needle Arts

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Age 18+
Event Details:

Crochet, knit, or sew your own project or select one of ours. All levels are welcome.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Crochet, knit, or sew your own project or select one of ours. 

All levels are welcome.

Bilingual Storytime

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Bilingual, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Event Details:

Únete a nosotros para nuestra hora de cuentos bilingue con Maestra Linda y Maestra Terri. El espacio es limitado. Cada adulto y niño debe ser registrado. Apropiado para edades entr...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5
Program Type: Bilingual, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Únete a nosotros para nuestra hora de cuentos bilingue con Maestra Linda y Maestra Terri. El espacio es limitado. Cada adulto y niño debe ser registrado. Apropiado para edades entre 2 a 5 años.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photographs

Photos may be taken at this program. If you would not like to be photographed during this event, please let the organizer know when you arrive. 

Creating an Ideal Storage Environment

Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Swedesboro
Program Type:
Educational, Lecture, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Age 18+
Event Details:

Learn how to create safe storage & display environments for your home. It’s easier than you may think!This quick-paced, introductory workshop is filled with tips and tricks tha...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Educational, Lecture, Workshop
Required
Event Details:

Learn how to create safe storage & display environments for your home. It’s easier than you may think!