October 2024 Youth Programs at the Cumberland County Library
Programs are subject to change without notice. Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Contact Terri Carpenter at terrica@cclnj.org or (856) 453-2210 x. 26105 for information. Children under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
Baby and Toddler Time
Mondays, October 21 & 28, 10:30-11 a.m.
Story Time
Thursdays, October 3, 10, 17 & 24, 10:30 a.m.
Children ages 3-5 and a caregiver can join us as we share stories, songs, movement activities and a craft! Library story times are a fun way to help your child develop skills they will need to be ready to read. Registration is required.
Registration link: https://forms.gle/wSXAHAAGo77G2hTR9
Homeschool Story & STEAM
Wednesday, October 9, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Homeschool families are invited to a monthly program where we feature a book from our collection and pair it with a STEAM activity. This month’s book will be Dinosaur Lady: the daring discoveries of Mary Anning, the first paleontologist by Linda Skeers. This program is recommended for school-aged students grades K - 6. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/NoHgeREVwYBgbMXE7
Family Evening Story Time
Wednesday, October 9, 6:30 p.m.
Children 5 and under, their siblings, and caregivers are invited to a new monthly
program at the library! Join us as we share stories, songs, and movement activities that encourage reading readiness and family fun. Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/rifPmd1sXPfL3eRz8
Dungeons and Dragons for Ages 10-12
Saturday, October 19, 2-4 p.m.
Come learn the basics of character creation, role playing, combat skills, and more of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. Players of all experience levels are welcome but the program is geared towards beginner players. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/emgVxS2m8p8DjTnaA
FURever As Friends Howl-O-Ween Party
Monday, October 21, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Children and teens of all ages are invited to come read to a fabulous furry friend!
FURever as Friends therapy pet teams in costume will be available to help kids practice their reading. Costumes are welcome and everyone will receive a treat! Registration is required. For more information, please call 856 453-2210 x.26105 or register online at the following link: https://forms.gle/Q5pnYiga7uRkv1kS7
LEGO Club
Wednesday, October 23, 6-7 p.m.
Kids ages 5-12 and their families are invited to our monthly Lego program! Come in and build using our large collection of bricks and minifigures. Ideas and new challenges will be provided each month. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/41zTX4qodPQx23Dw8
Masquerade Story Time
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 a.m.
Children 6 and younger are invited to a special Masquerade Story Time where we’ll share stories, songs and movement activities. Costumes are encouraged and a costume parade through the library will take place following the stories! Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/AJ7M5FnhUyQqFjNA9
TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen Volunteer Meeting
Tuesday, October 1, 6-7 p.m.
Teens, 13-18
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to make a difference at the library while earning volunteer time. Members help to plan events for teens and kids, suggest books for the library, and much more. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/5RU1K5bcEiPFcsKF7
Teen Lock-In with “One Up Games On the Go!”
Friday, October 4, 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Teens, 13-18
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to a free, after hours gaming event hosted by Massachusetts eSport and gaming venue, One Up Games!
Explore virtual worlds with the Oculus Quest, or play the latest titles on Xbox Series S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch! Gaming systems will be set up all over the library and there will be pizza and snacks to eat!
Registration is required for this program, as is a permission slip signed by the teen’s parent or guardian. Permission slips are available in the Children’s Department or online when registering. Anyone not registered for the event will not be able to attend. The library will be closed to the public during this event. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/uHzHVuqgppZixAhK9
For more information, please call the Children’s Department at 856 453-2210 x26105 or email terrica@cclnj.org
Teen Chess Night
Tuesday, October 8, 6-7:30 p.m.
Teens 13-18 are invited to play a few friendly games of Chess in our Teen Section! We’ll have some sets available, but you are welcome to bring your own. Don’t know how to play? We’ll have some basic instructions and volunteers to help you learn. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/ugyWKQvJXJ8NM27e9
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Tuesday, October 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Teens 13-18 are invited to join our Dungeon Master as he leads us through a monthly D & D adventure. Tabletop/role playing experience is not required and new players are welcome. Pre-made characters will be available for those that need them. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/PtQFhZVFYwCgUvRT7
DIY Slime Night!
Tuesday, October 22, 6-7:30 p.m.
Teens 13-18 are invited to make their own slime! We’ll have a variety of ingredients and materials available to make different types of slime. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/om5wJ4seqdqpwR2o9
Scary Stories & Snacks!
Tuesday, October 29, 6-7:30 p.m.
Teens 13-18 are invited for an evening of scary stories and spooky snacks…if they dare! We’ll make monster themed personal pizzas and then settle in for some scary stories around the “campfire”. Teens can come prepared to share a story, or just listen. Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/CZ3JRrgrdVFByQ8G7
Cumberland County Teens Read!
The Cumberland County Teens Read program is an ongoing challenge designed to foster a love of reading in teens ages 13-18. Teens can earn monthly incentives by logging their time spent reading, writing reviews and/or completing activities using the library’s Beanstack app. For more information, please visit cclnj.org or call the Youth Services Department at (856) 453-2210 Ext. 26105.
CCL Teen Book Battles!
Cumberland County teens ages 13-18 are invited to make their voices heard in our CCL Teen Book Battles! Each month we’ll choose two books in a different genre to battle it out! Teens can vote for their favorite online and suggest a nominee for next month. At the end of the year, we’ll see which book rules supreme and celebrate with an awards ceremony!
For more information visit cclnj.org or call the Youth Services Department at (856) 453-2210 Ext. 26105.