November 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, November 4, 18 & 25, 10:30-11 a.m.
Story Time
Thursdays, November 7, 14 & 21, 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/LQq3MHA6nmi6tw9U7
Cohanzick Zoo Family Night!
Thursday, November 7, 6:30 p.m.
Families and kids of all ages are invited to learn about animals that work the “Night Shift!” Miss Alison from the Cohanzick Zoo will be here to tell us about the special adaptations of nocturnal animals and we’ll get to meet some animals from the zoo! Registration is required. Registration link:
https://for ms.gle/kLag1rxupgfN2BVS6
Homeschool Story & STEAM
Wednesday, November 13, 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 is Hiders Seekers
Finders Keepers: How Animals Adapt in Winter by Jessica Kulekjian. This program is recommended for school-aged students grades K - 6. Registration is required.
Family Evening Story Time
Wednesday, November 13, 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/MVBe9ZeMLzuAzYEY9
Dungeons and Dragons for Ages 10-12
Saturday, November 16, 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/LgLfFBKKKRqjrSNYA
FURever As Friends Reading Program
Monday, November 18, 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 will be available to help kids practice their reading. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/gWyfiHEbt4dEbrqm8
TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen Volunteer Meeting & Potluck Dinner
Tuesday, November 12, 6-7:30 p.m.
Teens, 13-18
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to share a meal at our November Teen Volunteer Meeting! Attendees are invited to bring a side dish, snack or dessert that everyone can share. After the meal, we’ll hold our monthly meeting to plan upcoming programs for teens and kids, learn about volunteer opportunities and more. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/kcPwGcrucBwWwd8fA
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Tuesday, November 19, 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/3RgsASNqPRNQYLFq7
Teen Book Discussion
Tuesday, November 26, 6-7:30 p.m.
Teens 13-18 are invited to discuss The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes.
“Seventeen-year-old Cassie is a natural at reading people. Piecing together the tiniest details, she can tell you who you are and what you want. But it’s not a skill that she’s ever taken seriously. That is, until the FBI comes knocking: they’ve begun a classified program that uses exceptional teenagers to crack infamous cold cases, and they need Cassie.
What Cassie doesn’t realize is that there’s more at risk than a few unsolved homicides—especially when she’s sent to live with a group of teens whose gifts are as unusual as her own. Soon, it becomes clear that no one in the Naturals program is what they seem. When a new killer strikes, and danger looms, the Naturals will have to use all of their gifts just to survive.”
While supplies last, teens can receive a free copy of the book when they register and as long as they attend the discussion. Registration is required. Registration link:
https://forms.gle/faNhk6o98NcUCo8U6
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.