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Magic Show To Raise Funds For Pennsauken Free Public Library
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
A magical event held this month by two longtime Township residents will not only entertain local children of all ages, but also help to raise funds for the Pennsauken Free Public Library.
Book And Tech Sale, Annual Raffle Kick Off This Month
By Arlene Miller, Friends of the Pennsauken Free Public Library
If you haven’t had time to donate items for the Friends of the Pennsauken Free Public Library’s upcoming book and tech sale, don’t fret. There’s still time to bring books, CDs and DVDs to the Library’s Community Room before Oct. 10.
Also, please consider donating some cupcakes, cookies, brownies or other tasty treats for the Friends to sell during this annual event. Call us at (856) 665-5959, ext. 7 to let us know what you’ll be bringing. Or easier still, just drop off your treats at our bake table in the lobby right before you go into the book and tech sale to browse.
This year’s annual book and tech sale is held at the Library from Oct. 16-18 during normal business hours.
Library Patrons Can Borrow Passes To Local Museums
Enjoy family time at area museums and more when you use the Library’s new Museum Pass Program, courtesy of the Friends of the Pennsauken Free Public Library.
Friends Of The Library Sponsor Variety Of Fall Events
By Arlene Miller, Friends of the Pennsauken Free Public Library
The Friends of the Library are hosting a variety of programs to be held after Labor Day.
The AARP bilingual Smart Driver Course is scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 29-30 in the Library’s Community Room. Held from 1:00-4:00 p.m. each day, participants need to attend both days in order to receive a certificate for a possible 5 percent discount from your insurance company. Best to check with them first, however, to see if you’re eligible. And in honor of Spanish Heritage Month, the price for the course has been reduced to $10.00 for all participants, regardless of whether you’re an AARP member or not.
Saying Hello As Your New Children’s And Young Adult Librarian
By Maira Diaz
Hello Pennsauken! In the last five years, I’ve addressed you through this column as your Reference Librarian. But this month, I’ve started as the Pennsauken Free Public Library’s new Children’s and Young Adult (C&YA) Librarian.
Friends Of The Library Art Show This Month
Here’s the final tally of all workshops taking place during our Art Show and Sale, running April 19-26:
- Sunday, April 19, 1:30–3:30 p.m., “Watercolor;” and 3:30–4:30 p.m., “Introduction to Digital Photography
- Tuesday, April 21, 1:00–3: 00 p.m., “Pressed Flowers”
- Wednesday, April 22, 7:00 p.m., “Picture Framing Made Easy and Done Right”
- Thursday, April 23, 1:00–3:00 p.m., “Hand Applique Quilt Project”
- Saturday, April 25, 1:00–3:00 p.m., “Stained Glass Mosaic”
- Sunday, April 26, 2:00–4:00 p.m., “Meet the Artists Reception and Sale”
Since all workshops have limited space, please remember to sign up at the Library’s circulation desk to assure a space. All children 10 years and under must be accompanied by an adult throughout the session.
April Library Events
For Children Accompanied By Their Caregivers:
I Scream for Ice Cream – Thursday, April 2; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
We’ll make ice cream from scratch and decorate our own sundaes. Also, Miss Sonora is leaving the library in just a few days, and she’d love to give you all good-bye hugs! For all ages and families.
LEGO Club – Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29; 4:30-5:15 p.m.
Children can build the wild vehicles, buildings and creatures in their imaginations! For all ages.
Little Storytime – Thursday, April 2; 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Join Miss Sonora for her final storytime; it’s perfect for all your little ones! For ages 0-5.
Pajama Storytime – Wednesday, April 1; 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 – Thursday, April 2; 11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
For babies and toddlers, playing is learning! 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.
Storytime – Tuesday, April 7, 14, 21 & 28; 11:00-11:30 a.m.
Miss Susan is leading a weekly storytime for the months of April and May. Join us! For all ages.
Library Spotlights Care Package Program, Red Scarf Project
When foster children turn 18, they are shut out of the foster care system and no longer receive support because at that point they are legally adults. Foster Care to Success (FC2S) has been working since 1981 to provide a support system to new adults who have left the foster care system. FC2S is the oldest and largest national non-profit organization working with college bound foster youth. Annually, some 5,000 former foster care students turn to them for help.
Families Can Enjoy A Winter Wonderland At The Library
It’s that time of year again, when we gather together to celebrate and enjoy holiday and family traditions held dear. The Pennsauken Free Public Library is here to help you with books, magazines, CDs, and DVDs for planning, preparing, and enjoying your holidays; from cookbooks and craft books to fiction and more.
Additionally, our children’s department invites you to join us for family fun at the Winter Wonderland Festivities on Saturday, Dec. 20 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., held in the children’s area of the Pennsauken Free Public Library. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there, along with the “Frozen” princesses, Elsa and Anna, as well as some elf friends. During the event, children will be able to make crafts for gift giving. So put us on your calendar and come on out to celebrate with us!
