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Family Storytime

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (18 mos. - 3 yrs.), Preschool (3-5 yrs.), School age (5-10 yrs.)
Family Storytime:

Join us every other Saturday for stories, songs, fingerplays, and more as we explore new books from our collection! This storytime helps kids build early literacy skills and a...

Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Toddlers (18 mos. - 3 yrs.), Preschool (3-5 yrs.), School age (5-10 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us every other Saturday for stories, songs, fingerplays, and more as we explore new books from our collection! 

This storytime helps kids build early literacy skills and a love of reading. 

Best for ages 18 months and up. No registration required. Join us after storytime for playtime, a craft, and gardening (weather-dependent)!

 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Book Club: The Frozen River

Book Club: The Frozen River

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Please join us for a discussion of Ariel Lawhon's bestseller The Frozen River, a Good Morning America Book Club pick. The book for our next discussion will be handed out at this me...

Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Please join us for a discussion of Ariel Lawhon's bestseller The Frozen River, a Good Morning America Book Club pick. The book for our next discussion will be handed out at this meeting, all are welcome to attend.

Two foxes in the snow.

Winter Painting Class

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 Combined at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (13-18 yrs.), Adults (18+)
Event Details:

This class will take place at the Mount Laurel Community Center at 100 Mount Laurel Rd, in room 4.  The Community Center is across the street from the library, behind the poli...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 Combined
Age Group: Teens (13-18 yrs.), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

This class will take place at the Mount Laurel Community Center at 100 Mount Laurel Rd, in room 4.  The Community Center is across the street from the library, behind the police station. 

 

Adopt-a-shelf Shelving Test

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Teen Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Teens & Tweens, Tweens (10-13 yrs.), Teens (13-18 yrs.)
Event Details:

***This is the rescheduled test from October 19th***REGISTRATION OPENS 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE TEST.This test is for students between the ages of 10-17 (18 if still a senior) looking ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Tweens (10-13 yrs.), Teens (13-18 yrs.)
Program Type: Teen Volunteer Opportunity
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

***This is the rescheduled test from October 19th***

REGISTRATION OPENS 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE TEST.

Foreign Film: Il Postino

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 1 & 2 Combined at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Event Details:

In this warm, Oscar-winning tale, Massimo Troisi plays a mailman on an Italian island who learns about politics, poetry, romance, and life when he befriends the real-life poet Pabl...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 & 2 Combined
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

In this warm, Oscar-winning tale, Massimo Troisi plays a mailman on an Italian island who learns about politics, poetry, romance, and life when he befriends the real-life poet Pablo Neruda (Phillippe Noiret), a resident of the island. 1994.

Paws for Reading

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:15pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Paws for Reading:

Practice your reading skills with a captive canine audience in a private setting with Linda and one of her former and friendly Seeing Eye puppies (and registered therapy puppies) w...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Practice your reading skills with a captive canine audience in a private setting with Linda and one of her former and friendly Seeing Eye puppies (and registered therapy puppies) who are excited to hear you read to them! Please note, sessions are in 15-minute blocks. Bring your favorite book from home or arrive early to choose a book from the library's collection. Grades 1-4. Please register. 

Paws for Reading

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, School age (5-10 yrs.)
Paws for Reading:

Practice your reading skills with a captive canine audience in a private setting with Linda and one of her former and friendly Seeing Eye puppies (and registered therapy puppies) w...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Children, School age (5-10 yrs.)
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Practice your reading skills with a captive canine audience in a private setting with Linda and one of her former and friendly Seeing Eye puppies (and registered therapy puppies) who are excited to hear you read to them! Please note, sessions are in 15-minute blocks. Bring your favorite book from home or arrive early to choose a book from the library's collection. Grades 1-4. Please register. 

Paws for Reading

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:30pm - 2:45pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, School age (5-10 yrs.)
Paws for Reading:

Practice your reading skills with a captive canine audience in a private setting with Linda and one of her former and friendly Seeing Eye puppies (and registered therapy puppies) w...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Children, School age (5-10 yrs.)
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Practice your reading skills with a captive canine audience in a private setting with Linda and one of her former and friendly Seeing Eye puppies (and registered therapy puppies) who are excited to hear you read to them! Please note, sessions are in 15-minute blocks. Bring your favorite book from home or arrive early to choose a book from the library's collection. Grades 1-4. Please register. 

Paws for Reading

Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, School age (5-10 yrs.)
Paws for Reading:

Practice your reading skills with a captive canine audience in a private setting with Linda and one of her former and friendly Seeing Eye puppies (and registered therapy puppies) w...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Children, School age (5-10 yrs.)
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Practice your reading skills with a captive canine audience in a private setting with Linda and one of her former and friendly Seeing Eye puppies (and registered therapy puppies) who are excited to hear you read to them! Please note, sessions are in 15-minute blocks. Bring your favorite book from home or arrive early to choose a book from the library's collection. Grades 1-4. Please register. 

LIBRARY CLOSED - MLK Day

All Day
Mount Laurel Library
Closing
Branches:
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Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (18 mos. - 3 yrs.)
Toddler Storytime:

Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, and more as we explore a new theme every week! This storytime helps toddlers build early literacy skills and a love of reading. D...

Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Toddlers (18 mos. - 3 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, and more as we explore a new theme every week! 

This storytime helps toddlers build early literacy skills and a love of reading. 

Designed for ages 18 months - 3 years. No registration required. Join us after storytime for playtime, a craft, and gardening (weather-dependent)!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Mah Jong

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Mahjong:

Mahjong is a fun and popular tile-based game of strategy, skill, and lots of luck. Some experience recommended. Bring your National Mahjong League 2024 card and a mahjong set (if y...

Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games

Mahjong is a fun and popular tile-based game of strategy, skill, and lots of luck. Some experience recommended. Bring your National Mahjong League 2024 card and a mahjong set (if you have one). No registration required.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool (3-5 yrs.)
Preschool Storytime:

Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, and more as we explore a new theme every week! This storytime helps preschoolers build early literacy skills and a love of reading.&nb...

Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool (3-5 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, and more as we explore a new theme every week! 

This storytime helps preschoolers build early literacy skills and a love of reading. 

Designed for ages 3-5. No registration required. Join us after storytime for playtime, a craft, and gardening (weather-dependent)!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Arts and Crafts for Adults with Disabilities

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Arts and Crafts for Adults with Disabilities:

Join us for a fun arts & crafts class designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We may be using materials such as clay and paint that can get messy,...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 8

Join us for a fun arts & crafts class designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We may be using materials such as clay and paint that can get messy, so please wear appropriate clothing! 

Ages 18+ only. Please note that the library does not provide respite care; caregivers are required to stay with adults who need them. Adults who do not require a caregiver are also welcome to attend. 

Registration required (please register participants only; no need to register caregivers).

knitting

Knit and Crochet

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Knit & Crochet:

Like to Knit or Crochet? Come and join this friendly group. Beginners to experts are welcome. Please bring your own materials. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Like to Knit or Crochet? Come and join this friendly group. Beginners to experts are welcome. Please bring your own materials. No registration required. 

Tai Chi for Health

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Tai Chi:

Certified instructor Bob Stanton teaches tai chi, a gentle exercise that can improve muscle tone, flexibility, and coordination. It can be done seated or standing. Registration req...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Certified instructor Bob Stanton teaches tai chi, a gentle exercise that can improve muscle tone, flexibility, and coordination. It can be done seated or standing. Registration required. You will receive a Zoom link the day before the event.

flier for after school art time

After School Art Time

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, School age (5-10 yrs.), Tweens (10-13 yrs.)
Event Details:

We will be having a special program focusing on one of the most important and famous artists of the 20th century, Pablo Picasso. We'll learn about his life and his amazing impact o...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Children, School age (5-10 yrs.), Tweens (10-13 yrs.)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

We will be having a special program focusing on one of the most important and famous artists of the 20th century, Pablo Picasso.

ESL Conversation Class with NJ Literacy

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Mount Laurel Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
ESL
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
ESL Conversation Class:

This ESL class is for upper level beginner to lower level intermediate learners.  To register for free classes through NJ Literacy, please fill out an application on their web...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Mount Laurel Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: ESL

This ESL class is for upper level beginner to lower level intermediate learners.  To register for free classes through NJ Literacy, please fill out an application on their website at https://literacynj.org/become-a-student/?county=Burlington, or text them at 609-388-1506.  They will contact you and place you in an appropriate class for your learning level.  This class is for adults only (18+).

Poetry: Talking with Walt Whitman

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Other
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Event Details:

For this visit with Walt we’ll discuss some of Whitman’s own poetry, as well as some poems by modern authors responding to him. Hosted by Paul Howe. Registration required. You will...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

For this visit with Walt we’ll discuss some of Whitman’s own poetry, as well as some poems by modern authors responding to him. Hosted by Paul Howe. Registration required. You will receive a Zoom link before the event.

dungeons & dragons

Dungeons & Dragons Groups 1 and 2

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Dungeons & Dragons:

Come and join one of the adventures in the original roleplaying game.  5E ruleset.  New and experienced players welcome.  Registration required.

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Come and join one of the adventures in the original roleplaying game.  5E ruleset.  New and experienced players welcome.  Registration required.

Movie Club: TV Years '67 &'68

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Event Details:

Transitional years in the world and in pop culture. Join us for a survey of television when it featured the likes of fresh new entertainment like “The Monkees,” “The Smothers Broth...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Transitional years in the world and in pop culture. Join us for a survey of television when it featured the likes of fresh new entertainment like “The Monkees,” “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour,” and “The Prisoner.” Hosted by Irv Slifkin.

Baby Storytime

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-18 mos.)
Baby Storytime:

Join us for stories, songs, lap bounces, and more!This storytime helps prepare babies for early literacy skills and a love of reading.Older siblings are always welcome, however, th...

Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies (0-18 mos.)
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for stories, songs, lap bounces, and more!

This storytime helps prepare babies for early literacy skills and a love of reading.

Older siblings are always welcome, however, this storytime is designed for ages 0-18 months. Please do not attend without a baby in this age range. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

La Hora del Cuento en Español (Storytime in Spanish)

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (18 mos. - 3 yrs.), Preschool (3-5 yrs.)
Event Details:

Ven y disfruta de la  Hora del Cuento en Español, un espacio para aprender a través de la imitación de canciones, versos y juegos mientras nos sumergimos en una nueva cultura ...

Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Toddlers (18 mos. - 3 yrs.), Preschool (3-5 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ven y disfruta de la  Hora del Cuento en Español, un espacio para aprender a través de la imitación de canciones, versos y juegos mientras nos sumergimos en una nueva cultura y lengua.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

knitting

Knit and Crochet

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Craft Room at Mount Laurel Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (18+)
Knit & Crochet:

Like to Knit or Crochet? Come and join this friendly group. Beginners to experts are welcome. Please bring your own materials. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Mount Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Like to Knit or Crochet? Come and join this friendly group. Beginners to experts are welcome. Please bring your own materials. No registration required.