Sep 29 11:30 a.m.

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South County

(A) American Red Cross Blood Drive

An estimated 38 percent of Americans are eligible to give blood or platelets, but of those, less than 10 percent actually donate each year. If you are healthy and eligible, please come out to donate.

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Oct 01 6:30 p.m.

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Voorhees

T.A.B. Teen Advisory Board Meet-Up: Create an Escape Room!

Teen Advisory Board Meet-Up 🎉 Ages 14–17 | Earn Volunteer Credits!

Calling all creative minds and puzzle lovers! Join us for our next Teen Advisory Board Meet-Up—a fun, laid-back session where you can:

🍕 Snack & socialize 🗣️ Share your ideas 🧩 Help design a family-friendly escape room for younger library visitors!

Whether you're a seasoned escape room pro or just love a good challenge, we need your brainpower to build something awesome. This is your chance to make a real impact at the library, earn volunteer hours, and connect with other teens who love to think outside the box.

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Oct 04 1:00 p.m.

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Off Site

(K) Canticuentos: Spanish Songs and Stories at the Camden Family Festival

Oct 08 7:00 p.m.

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South County

(A) South County Book Club

Please join us for a discussion of The Cartographers by Peng Shepard. From Novelist: "When her estranged father is found dead with a seemingly worthless map hidden in his desk, cartographer Nell Young soon discovers the map is extremely valuable -- and that a mysterious collector will stop at nothing to destroy it and anyone who gets in the way." Available as a physical book, audiobook on CD, or e-audiobook through hoopla. 

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

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Oct 11 2:15 p.m.

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Voorhees

(Y) A Call for Teen Volunteers: Family Board Game Afternoon

🎲Teen Volunteer Ages 14–17

Love board games? Share your passion while earning volunteer hours in a fun, family-friendly environment! Join us for an afternoon of play, laughter, and connection as you help young children and their families discover the joy of board games.

đź•’ Schedule

Arrival & Setup: 2:15 PM

Program Time: 2:30–4:30 PM

Cleanup: Stay until 4:45 PM to help put away game sets

🎯 What You'll Do

Engage with families and young children through board games

Help set up and organize game stations

Share your favorite family-friendly game (optional—bring one you love!)

Assist with cleanup and ensure all games are returned in good condition

📌 Important Info

Registration is required; space is limited

Do not use your school email when registering

The librarian will email you the day before to confirm your volunteer commitment

Volunteer spots are in high demand—no-shows may be blocked from future opportunities

Come ready to play, connect, and make a difference—one game at a time!

 

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Oct 12 2:30 p.m.

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Voorhees

(Y) A Call for Teen Chess Volunteers!

Teens age 14 - 17 Are you looking for volunteer credits? Do you love to play chess? Bring your chess sets and help get a library chess group started at your library! Play chess! Interact with families! Spread the love of chess! EARN VOLUNTEER CREDITS! Registration is required and spots are limited. Do not use your school email. The librarian will email you before the event to confirm your volunteer commitment.  Volunteer opportunities are in high demand. No shows may be blocked from future volunteer events. 

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