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GCLS Librarians on Twitch

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Mullica Hill
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Online
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gaming, Maker
Event Details:

Come join librarians Paul and Crysta as they play a variety of games on the library's Twitch channel. Lurk or chat in our chill and cozy livestream!
https://www.twitch.tv/gclslibrarians

Tutor Time

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Age 6-8, Age 6-12, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Glassboro
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Glassboro
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Children, Age 6-8, Age 6-12, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is run by a volunteer who is a Rowan University student. She will be here to assist those in need of help in history, English, and basic math skills. 

Girl Scouts Learning about Money

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Age 9-12, Teens
Swedesboro
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Age 9-12, Teens
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

The Girl Scouts will be coming to work on a finance badge.

Disclaimer(s)

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. 

Silhouette & Decal Making Reservation

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Logan
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Logan
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Reserve a 2.5-hour time slot to use the silhouette and vinyl cutter in the Logan MakerStudio. NOTE: To use the silhouette and vinyl cutter you must first complete a certification course. Contact: LoganMakers@gcls.org for more info.

3D Printer Certification

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Mullica Hill
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get certified to use our MakerBot Replicator+ 3D printer, and start your own Maker Movement today. For more information, or to schedule a personalized 3d certification time, please contact Make@GCLS.org.

Buttons! Buttons!

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages, Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Mullica Hill
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Maker, STEAM
Event Details:

Make yourself and a friend an awesome button! You can draw your own buttons, then wear your art proudly. Everyone gets two free buttons for stopping by during Buttons! Buttons! in The MakerStudio@GCLS

Clearview Study Group

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Mullica Hill
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Educational, Teen
Event Details:

Clearview student led study group session.

Teen Advisory Board

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required

Share thoughts and ideas for teen spaces, programs, books, and more! Ages 13 to 18, please register.

Drawing Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children, Age 6-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Greenwich
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Greenwich
Room: Meeting Rooms 1&2
Age Group: Children, Age 6-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Drawing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each month to practice different drawing techniques or bring your own project to work on with friends!

Chess Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17, Adults
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Children, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chess club for ages 8 and up. 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.

The Financial Edge

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Logan
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Logan
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in better understanding the world of investing?  Seton Hall University's School of Law FINRA Investor Advocacy Program will be presenting a financial literacy program focusing on: 

Teen Creators

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate National Chocolate Fondue Day and create some chocolate dipped treats! All materials will be provided. Ages 12-17, please register.

Teen Art Hangout

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Swedesboro
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy trying out various art mediums and activities.

VR Reservation

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults, Age 18+
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio DML
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Reserve a 1 hour slot to experience virtual reality on our HTC Vive 2. Patrons must be 13 years of age or older to use the virtual reality equipment and complete a Maker Agreement.

Tutor Time

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Age 6-8, Age 6-12, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Glassboro
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Glassboro
Room: Public Area
Age Group: Children, Age 6-8, Age 6-12, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is run by a volunteer who is a Rowan University student. She will be here to assist those in need of help in history, English, and basic math skills. 

Amazing Art

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5, Age 6-8, Age 6-12, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Glassboro
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Glassboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Age 2-3, Age 3-5, Age 6-8, Age 6-12, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Get creative with mixed-media art. Ages 4-12. 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.

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. 

Silhouette Cutter Certification

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Age 18+
Logan
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Logan
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Computer Class, Maker, STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to create custom vinyl decals and paper cutouts with our Silhouette Cameo. Once you've completed this 1 hour course, you'll be able to reserve time to use our Silhouette machines at other GCLS locations.

3D Printer Certification

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get certified to use our MakerBot Replicator+ 3D printer, and start your own Maker Movement today. For more information, or to schedule a personalized 3d certification time, please contact Make@GCLS.org.

Buttons! Buttons!

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages, Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Mullica Hill
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Maker, STEAM
Event Details:

Make yourself and a friend an awesome button! You can draw your own buttons, then wear your art proudly. Everyone gets two free buttons for stopping by during Buttons! Buttons! in The MakerStudio@GCLS

Clearview Study Group

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Mullica Hill
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Educational, Teen
Event Details:

Clearview student led study group session.

Patch It!

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring in patches to sew onto your favorite jacket or button-down shirt. 

This new Maker Studio program will be held on the 2nd Monday of every month. 

Chess Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17, Adults
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Children, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chess club for ages 8 and up. 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.

Monday Night Needlers

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teens, Adults, Age 18+
Greenwich
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Greenwich
Room: Meeting Rooms 1&2
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your fiber arts project or learn to knit, crochet, cross-stitch, etc. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome.

Teen Writers' Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Swedesboro
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Writing
Registration 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!