Aug 19 1:00 p.m.

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Voorhees

(A) Third Tuesday Short Story Discussion for Seniors

Take part in lively discussions of classic and contemporary short stories in Room C at 1 pm. Stories can be obtained at the Information Desk on the first floor of the Voorhees branch.  We will be reading Flush by Judy Budnitz.

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Aug 19 7:00 p.m.

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(A) Real Life Reads Book Club

<em>Educated</em> by Tara Westover <br><br>

This is a virtual book discussion. Zoom invitations will be sent on the afternoon of the book club.

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Aug 20 6:00 p.m.

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South County

(A) Book Tasting Club

Not sure what to read next? "Sample" 12 books of all genres at our book tasting and you may find your next favorite author or series.  Participants will have four minutes to read each book (you can choose to read from the beginning, middle, or end!)  and record their initial impressions. Brief discussion will follow. 

Book Tasting is held on the third Wednesday of every month. Please feel free to bring a snack with you.

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Aug 27 7:00 p.m.

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South County

(A) South County Book Club

Please join us for a discussion of The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton. Summary: "Born during a powerful hurricane, Wanda, an unusual woman in a rapidly changing world, loses family, gains community and ultimately seeks adventure, love and purpose in a place abandoned by civilization and remade by nature." Available as a physical book. 

 South County Book Club meets every six weeks and reads a variety of fantasy, gothic, sci-fi, and horror titles. 

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Aug 28 6:00 p.m.

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Downtown Camden

(A) Twilight Trivia / Summerween Party

For adults ages 18+

The first Twilight novel was released 20 years ago, in October 2005! Come celebrate this pivotal moment in pop culture history with fellow readers!

Costumes and/or early 2000s attire welcome -- dazzle us!

About three things we are absolutely positive. This event will include:

.A trivia contest and a costume contest
.Stylish refreshments and a heartbreaking playlist
.Glitter, prizes, and surprises

Join us and let the chips fall where they may!

Sep 04 6:00 p.m.

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Virtual

(A) Queer Book Club

A virtual book club for members of the LGBTQ+ community 

We meet the first Thursday of every month at 6 PM to discuss books by queer and trans authors across a variety of genres. Connect with fellow readers, share your thoughts, and discover great stories in a welcoming and inclusive space.  

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(A) Tired Eyes Book Club
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lstein Sat, 07/19/2025 - 09:55
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This month's Tired Eyes Book Club pick is The Bird Hotel by Joyce Maynard (2023).

You can pick up a copy to borrow at the Voorhees Branch.

Summary: After a childhood filled with heartbreak, Irene, a talented artist, finds herself in a small Central American village where she checks into a beautiful but decaying lakefront hotel called La Llorona at the base of a volcano. The Bird Hotel tells the story of this young American who, after suffering tragedy, restores and runs La Llorona. Along the way we meet a rich assortment of characters who live in the village or come to stay at the hotel. With a mystery at its center and filled with warmth, drama, romance, humor, pop culture, and a little magic realism, The Bird Hotel has all the hallmarks of a Joyce Maynard novel that have made her a a leading voice of her generation.

This month's Tired Eyes Book Club pick is The Bird Hotel by Joyce Maynard.
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Sep 17 6:00 p.m.

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South County

(A) Book Tasting Club

Not sure what to read next? "Sample" 12 books of all genres at our book tasting and you may find your next favorite author or series.  Participants will have four minutes to read each book (you can choose to read from the beginning, middle, or end!)  and record their initial impressions. Brief discussion will follow. 

Book Tasting is held on the third Wednesday of every month. Please feel free to bring a snack with you.

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Sep 18 3:30 p.m.

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Haddon Township

(T) Tween Snack n' Chat: Wrong Way Home

Ages 9-12.  For September, Tween Snack n' Chat is discussing Newbery Honor Winner, The Wrong Way Home by Kate O'Shaughnessy. We will discuss the book, enjoy a snack and complete a fun book-related craft. We have a limited number of free library copies, please contact the library at 856-854-2752 to request one.  Copies are first come first serve. 

Twelve-year-old Fern has just escaped a secretive, off-the-grid cult —but she’s not sure she wants to leave it behind. As she adjusts to the outside world, she must decide who to trust, what to believe, and whether freedom is really worth the price. The Wrong Way Home is a powerful, emotionally rich story about courage, truth, and finding your own way.

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