Events
11/20/2024 - December 2024 Youth Programs at Cumberland County Library
December 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, December 2, 9 & 16, 10:30-11 a.m.
Children ages 2 and younger and a caregiver are invited for stories, songs and fingerplays! Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/i3rUEormF95iTJs8A
Story Time
Thursdays, December 5, 12 & 19, 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/79zktZGhaQMzq9Zk8
FURever As Friends “HOWL-i-day Party!”
Monday, December 9, 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. Participants can bring a book from home or choose one at the library. Everyone will receive a special treat! Registration is required. For more information, please call 856 453-2210 x.26105 or register online at the following link: https://forms.gle/u3EFs7RScHzCKxdi7
Homeschool Story & STEAM
Wednesday, December 11, 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 Mario and the Hole in the Sky by Elizabeth Rusch and illustrated by Teresa Martinez. This program is recommended for school-aged students grades K - 6. Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/BWGFnmJZCNpK2Rrs6
Family Evening Story Time
Wednesday, December 11, 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/6nfTpe7XZX7AhMo59
Family “Gingerbread” Craft
Saturday, December 14, 1 p.m.
Kids of all ages are invited to create their own “gingerbread house” using graham crackers, icing and candy provided by the library. Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/kofKH5GKyYCGsApQA
Family “Noon Year’s Day” Party!
Saturday, December 28 at 11:30 a.m.
Families with children 7 and younger are invited to a special event to welcome in the New Year! We’ll share fun stories, activities, snacks and even a balloon drop at 12 noon! Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/xJqBEnFMBYKtVpmq6
TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen Volunteer Meeting
Tuesday, December 3, 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/jGJATDr1cKLo19SY9
Teen Coloring and Cocoa
Tuesday, December 10, 6-7:30 p.m.
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to relax, color and create their own delicious cocoa at our hot chocolate bar! Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/p3pYbaN3vEQx2EJTA
Teen Winter Party
Tuesday, December 17, 6-7:30 p.m.
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to celebrate winter with some games, snacks and a fun gift exchange! Teens are asked to bring a wrapped gift (under $5). Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/Xk81hhKMLdNZvE337
Pageturners Lounge for Teens
Monday, December 30, 6-7:30 p.m.
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to our final silent book club of 2024! Bring a favorite book or borrow one from the library, then spend time reading and enjoying some snacks with fellow readers. We’ll also have a short, voluntary break where we can talk about what we’re reading. Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/dDqMbbQanJp4U2fm8
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.