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Jul 20 6:30 p.m.

Event
Bellmawr

(T) Still Life Drawing

Ages 10 to 14.

This 1-hour art lesson introduces tweens to observational drawing through a seasonal still life. Students will learn and practice contour line drawing, shading techniques, and colored pencil application. Using seasonal objects as inspiration, they will focus on careful observation, proportion, and adding depth and detail to their drawings through light, shadow, and color.

Registration is required for this program. Registration will open on Monday 7/6 at 10:00 A.M. and close on Saturday 7/18 at 9:00 P.M. or whenever the registration list becomes full, whichever occurs first.

Accessibility info: The library is located all on one floor. There are no steps to enter the building, and the front doors to the building are automatic. The doors into the library portion of the building can be opened with an accessible button.

This program is presented by Tara Bach.

Event Type(s):

Arts and Crafts

Audience(s):

Tweens

Jul 21 2:00 p.m.

Event
Voorhees

(F) Artsy Fartsy Fun

Children, tweens, and teens of all ages. Join us Tuesday afternoons during Summer Reading for artsy fartsy fun! We'll supply the materials and you supply the creativity. Don't forget to dress for mess! No registration required. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Event Type(s):

Arts and Crafts

Audience(s):

Family, Children, Tweens

Jul 21 2:00 p.m.

Event
Haddon Township

(K) Life at Sea!

Climb aboard as we learn about life on a privateer ship, including what a sailor might have eaten, what his job might have been, and how he would have passed the time. Learn how to fire a cannon while fighting off the British, and prepare to help us create our “tall tale” from the high seas!

Event Type(s):

Educational

Audience(s):

Children, School age children, Elementary, Tweens

Jul 22 6:00 p.m.

Event
Voorhees

(T,Y) Design Your Own Henna Tattoo

Ages 9 - 17. Originating in Asia, particularly within Hindu and Muslim cultures, Henna has a long history, dating back to ancient Egypt and India where it is used for body decoration and rituals. Learn about Henna’s healing and cosmetic properties, and about traditional henna tattoo designs. Design your own henna tattoo, after which a professional face and body artist will apply your tattoo using organic henna paste.

Space and supplies are limited; Registration is required.

Event Type(s):

Entertainment

Audience(s):

Tweens

Jul 23 11:00 a.m.

Event
Gloucester Township

(T) Spies of the Revolution - Museum of the American Revolution

Ages 8 - 12. In this super-secret meeting, join museum staff as we learn about the spies of the Revolution! From shopkeepers and mystery women to enslaved men who served as double agents, let’s discover who these spies were and how they operated undercover. We’ll solve some of our puzzles, uncover some secret messages, and discover why George Washington thought spies were essential to the Continental Army’s victory.

Event Type(s):

Fun and Games, Summer Reading

Audience(s):

Tweens

Jul 24 10:30 a.m.

Event
Voorhees

(F) Magic Show Featuring Chad Juros!

Professional magician Chad Juros presents an all-ages program featuring sleight of hand, jokes, and some great tricks to try and figure out. Chad Juros is an award winning entertainer who has been honored to share his magic and inspirational story for audiences across the world for over 20 years. Registration is not required, but registrants will receive event reminders and notices about cancellations.

Event Type(s):

Entertainment, Summer Reading

Audience(s):

Family, Children, School age children, PreK-Kindergarten, Elementary, Tweens, Young Adults

Jul 27 6:30 p.m.

Event
Bellmawr

(T) Basic Self Defense for Tweens

Ages 11 to 14

Come join us at the Bellmawr Library for a night of fun! In this program, participants will learn basic self-defense in a safe and relaxed environment! Make sure to dress in something that is comfortable and easy to move around in! Registration is required for this program. Registration for this event will open on Monday 7/13 at 10:00 A.M. and close on Saturday 7/25 7/20 at 9:00 P.M. or when the registration list is full, whichever occurs first.

This program is presented by Tae Kwon Do Academy.

Accessibility info: The library is located all on one floor. There are no steps to enter the building, and the front doors to the building are automatic. The doors into the library portion of the building can be opened with an accessible button.

Event Type(s):

Fun and Games, Health / Exercise, Summer Reading

Audience(s):

Tweens
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