February Library Events
For Children Accompanied By Their Caregivers:
Escape to Freedom: Reenactments of Stories from the Underground Railroad – Saturday, Feb. 21; 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Based on the book, “Escape to Freedom,” by Barbara Brooks Simon, local historical interpreter Marilyn Larke will reenact the fictional stories of Callie and William as they escape to freedom and fall in love. Join us for book giveaways, a craft, and refreshments in this very special program. For ages 5 and up.
LEGO Club – Wednesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18 & 25; 4:30-5:15 p.m.
Children can build the wild vehicles, buildings and creatures in their imaginations! For all ages.
Little Storytime – Mondays, Feb. 2, 9 & 23 and Thursdays February 5, 12, 19 & 26; 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Join Miss Sonora for stories and songs perfect for all your little ones! For ages 0-5.
Pajama Storytime – Wednesdays, Feb. 4 & 18; 7:00-7:30 p.m.
You know you want your kids to read more, and bedtime is the perfect time to make reading a part of your children’s daily activities. To that end, we’re here to help! For ages 2-7.
Pop-Up Play – Thursdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19 & 25; 11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
After our regularly scheduled storytime, join us for educational toys and pop-up books that parents and children can share to foster critical early literacy skills. For ages 0-5.
For Teens & Adults:
Book Club – Thursday, Feb. 5; 10:00-11:30 a.m.
We will be discussing this month’s book choice, “Little Bitty Lies,” by Mary Kay Andrews.
ESL Conversation Group – Wednesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18 & 25; 9:00-10:00 a.m.
For adults whose first language is not English, here is a friendly group in which you can meet new people, practice your English speaking skills and expand your vocabulary.
Friends of the Library Meeting – Wednesday, Feb. 11; 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Join the Friends of the Library for their monthly meeting.
Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment – Tuesdays, Feb. 3, 10, 17 & 24; 10:15 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Do you need to enroll yourself or your family for health insurance during this year’s open enrollment period? Don’t wait! Call 877-922-2377 to make a private appointment to meet with a trained Health Navigator at the Pennsauken Library.
Library Board Meeting – Monday, Feb. 23; 6:00-8:00 p.m.
The community is encouraged to attend these meetings.
Red Scarf Project – Wednesday, Feb. 4; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Do you love to knit or crochet? Send a cozy hug to a foster care college student with a hand-made knitted or crocheted scarf that will be given to them in a Valentine’s Day care package. The Red Scarf Project offers a unique opportunity to use your creativity to give a truly personal gift to one student as he or she moves forward to graduation and a brighter future. Join us for refreshments and fun on Wednesday evenings until Feb. 4 to work on your scarf. Beginners are welcome and yarn is provided!
Tax Help – Wednesdays and Thursdays, February 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, & 25-26; 1:00-4:00 p.m.
AARP Foundation is the nation’s largest volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service. Its tax preparation service is available free to taxpayers with low and moderate income, with special attention to those 60 and older.
