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Mar 21 10:30 a.m.

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Voorhees

(Y)A Call for Teen Volunteers; Project Encouragement

Teens ages 14–17 looking to earn volunteer hours are invited to spend a meaningful and creative morning at the library! Participants will design and decorate inspirational bookmarks featuring words of encouragement and kindness.

All completed bookmarks will be donated to The BOOK ARK Program, a collaboration with The Free Books Project.

Volunteers should be prepared to spend two hours actively creating multiple bookmarks. All templates and craft supplies will be provided—just bring your creativity and a desire to make a difference!

Join us to earn service hours, express yourself through art, and help brighten someone’s day with a message of hope.

Registration is required.

Please do not use your school email.

The librarian will send a reminder email of your service commitment.

Event Type(s):

Community Connection

Audience(s):

Young Adults

Mar 21 2:00 p.m.

Event
Downtown Camden

(F) Cooking Demo: Lemongrass Coconut Curry

Family program (youth of all ages with a caregiver; best suited for ages 7 and up)

Celebrate the fresh ingredients and flavors of spring! Chef Loan Nguyen will demonstrate how to prepare a vegan curry inspired by the cuisine of Vietnam using coconut milk, lemongrass, spices, and seasonal veggies.

See and smell the ingredients and spices, ask questions, learn about the dish’s origins, and sample the food. Take-home recipe and main ingredients will be available while supplies last.

Event Type(s):

Community Connection, Cooking and Food, Cultural, Educational, Local Interest

Audience(s):

Family, Children, School age children, Elementary, Tweens, Young Adults

Mar 22 2:30 p.m.

Event
Voorhees

(Y) A Call for Teen Volunteers; 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.

Event Type(s):

Community Connection

Audience(s):

Young Adults

Mar 22 2:30 p.m.

Event
Voorhees

(F) Chess! Drop -In and Play

Ages 9 – Adult

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of chess at the library! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, you're welcome to drop in and enjoy some friendly games in a welcoming environment.

Bring your own chess set or use one of ours—no pressure, no competition, just good company and great moves. This is a casual, non-instructional event, perfect for sharpening your skills or simply enjoying the game.

👥 Need a partner? Our Teen Chess Volunteers will be available to play and help keep the games going!

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents and caregivers must remain with their children during the program.

Come for the strategy, stay for the fun! No Registration Required! Program starts at 2:30 pm and ends at 4:30 pm.

Event Type(s):

Fun and Games

Audience(s):

Adult, Senior, School age children, Elementary, Tweens, Young Adults

Mar 25 7:00 p.m.

Event
Voorhees

(A) Exploding Books!

Adults and young adults ages 15+ are invited to learn how to make an exploding book — a fun, creative project that’s as exciting to open as it is to create. These books are eye‑catching, addictive to make, and perfect for gifting or personal keepsakes.

You’ll be guided step‑by‑step through the entire process, leaving with a completed book ready to personalize and decorate.

Registration is required

Event Type(s):

Arts and Crafts

Audience(s):

Adult, Young Adults
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