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Zines for Teens

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

Zine- a noncommercial often homemade or online publication usually devoted to specialized and often unconventional subject matter. 
 

Mini Club Presents: Thursday Afternoon Painting.

2:30pm–5:30pm
Teens, Adults
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Miniature Models & Props Painting Club presents: Thursday Afternoon Painting. relaxed atmosphere to work on painting your mini figurines, models, scale vehicles, cosplay props, & any other small painting projects you may have.

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 librarian Paul and other GCLS staff as they play a variety of games on the library's Twitch channel. Lurk or chat in our chill and cozy livestream!

3D Printer Reservation

3:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Logan
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Logan
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Maker, STEAM, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Reserve a 2.5-hour time slot to use the 3D printer in the Logan MakerStudio.

NOTE: To use the 3D printer you must first complete a certification course.

Teen Study Hall

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Swedesboro
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need more time to study for exams, tests, quizzes or need a quiet place to do homework? Come to Teen Study Hall at the Swedesboro Library from 4 to 5:30pm this Thursday. Registration not Required but is encouraged.

Everybody Sign: Basic American Sign Language Lessons

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Greenwich
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenwich
Room: Meeting Rooms 1&2
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Educational, Bilingual, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive class exploring the basics of American Sign Language (ASL). In this session, you’ll learn everyday signs, common phrases, and proper fingerspelling techniques.

Sign Language Social

7:30pm–8:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Greenwich
Library Branch: Greenwich
Room: Meeting Rooms 1&2
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Bilingual, Event
Event Details:

Come join our relaxed and welcoming American Sign Language (ASL) Socials — a space for everyone interested in ASL and Deaf culture!

3D Printer Certification

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Logan
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Logan
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Maker, STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get certified to use our MakerBot Replicator+ 3D printer, and start your own Maker Movement today. Once you've completed this 1 hour course, you'll be able to reserve time to use our 3D Printers at any GCLS location.

3D Printer Certification

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

Get certified to use our Bambu Labs A1 Mini 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.

Teen Gaming Club

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Mullica Hill
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Gaming, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come hang out and play video games, board games, and more!

Buttons! Buttons!

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Mullica Hill
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio Out
Age Group: 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

DIY Catapults

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children, Age 6-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Greenwich
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Greenwich
Room: Meeting Rooms 1&2
Age Group: Children, Age 6-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make your own catapults and marshmallow poppers and test your projectile accuracy!

Patch It!

5:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker
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
All Ages, Children, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17, Adults
Mullica Hill
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: All Ages, 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.

STEAM Tuesdays

4:00pm–5:00pm
Age 6-12, Age 6-8, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Glassboro
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Glassboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Age 6-12, Age 6-8, Age 9-12, Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fun projects based on science, technology, engineering or math. 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.

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. 

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Mullica Hill
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Gaming, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Dungeons and Dragons! Gather your party and explore the fantastical world of Faerûn. Materials will be provided. This is a registered program with limited availability, so be sure to register in advance. 

Silhouette & Decal Making Reservation

6:00pm–8:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Logan
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Logan
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker, STEAM, Workshop
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.

CTRL + Shift + Create: Teen Tech Tuesdays

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Age 18+
Logan
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Logan
Room: Public Area - Teen
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Computer Class, Maker, STEAM, Technology Class, Teen, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unlock your creative power through tech!

Teen Anime Night

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Swedesboro
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Anime Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

VR Reservation

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Mullica Hill
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio DML
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Maker
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.

Mini Club Presents: Thursday Afternoon Painting.

2:30pm–5:30pm
Teens, Adults
Mullica Hill
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mullica Hill
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Maker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Miniature Models & Props Painting Club presents: Thursday Afternoon Painting. relaxed atmosphere to work on painting your mini figurines, models, scale vehicles, cosplay props, & any other small painting projects you may have.

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 librarian Paul and other GCLS staff as they play a variety of games on the library's Twitch channel. Lurk or chat in our chill and cozy livestream!

Silhouette & Decal Making Certification

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Logan
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Logan
Room: MakerStudio
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17, Adults, Age 18+
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, 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.

Teen Free Write Night

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Age 13-17
Swedesboro
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Swedesboro
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Age 13-17
Program Type: Writing, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Write about anything that comes to mind. Teens are able to share if they would like. There is no pressure. Happening this Thursday 6 to 7:30pm. Registration not Required but is encouraged.