Featured summer Programs |
Here are just SOME events we're offering this summer. Check out our online calendar or download our summer flier for a full listing of events.
All Youth Services summer reading events are graciously sponsored by
The Friends of the Cherry Hill Public Library. |
Snake, Frogs and Turtles, Oh My! (Live Animals!)
Monday, July 15
10 ap.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge as they introduce some of the slimy and scaly creatures that live in our backyards. Learn about why they are our friends. Best for ages 3-7.
Lower Level, Conference Center
*Dig Into the Past
Wednesday, July 17
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
This interactive "dig" presented by The American Swedish Historical Society explores what we can learn about daily life from the material people have left behind.
Upper Level, Craft Room
Click here to register.
Dig Into Wildlife (Live Animals!)
Wednesday, July 24
6:30 p.m.
Learn about the Wallaby, Rabbit, Guinea Pig and Patagonian Cavy. Get to know their behavior and peculiar personalities and hear funny stories about each animal. All ages welcome. Presented by Wallaby Tales.
Lower Level, Conference Center
Treasure Quest
Tuesday, July 30
6:30 p.m.
Listen to professional storyteller, Don Dougherty as he tells the story to the "Quest for TRUE Treasure". He will take us on an exciting adventure as we search for buried treasure. For ages 3 and up.
Lower Level, Conference Center
Mad Science, Wacky Science
Monday, August 5
6:30 p.m.
Join Mad Science and let science spark your curiosity with these exciting experiments! The Mad Scientist will amaze you and may even need your help too. Ages 4 and up (and adults too!)
Lower Level, Conference Center
*Mary Poppins Sing-along
Wednesday, August 7
2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Join us for an interactive viewing of this classic musical! Props and goodies will be provided.
Lower Level, Conference Center
Click here to register.
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Events marked with an asterisk require registration. To register visit our events calendar or call 856-903-1229 for assistance. Have a teen in grades 6-12? Check out our Teens Page.
*Crafternoon
Thursdays, July 11, 25 & August 8
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join us for a craft session, do something you already know or try something new! It's time to get crafty!
Upper Level, Craft Room
Click here to register.
*Game Time
Thursdays, July 18 & August 1, 15
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Come and try out a variety of board and card games. Enjoy old favorites or play a new find with friends.
Upper Level, Craft Room
Click here to register.
*Tween Chat 'n Chew
Tuesday, July 16
6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Get summer book recommendations from our teen librarian...and free pizza! Open to students entering grades 5-7.
Upper Level, Craft Room
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*Franklin Institute Science Show: Hot and Cold
Thursday, July 25
7 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Explore the three states of matter with this hands-on presentation. Make balloons shrink, bubbles freeze and a rubber ball shatter by using liquid nitrogen (N2). Students learn the everyday application of N2 in manufacturing, food production and medicine. Open to students entering grades 5-7.
Lower Level, Conference Center
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Tween Movie Night: Holes
Thursday, August 1
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
We'll kick off our first ever tweens-only movie night with this suspenseful comedy based on the bestselling modern classic by Lois Sachar. Open to students entering grades 5-7. Movie Rating (PG)
Lower Level, Multicultural Room
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The Cherry Hill Public Library’s Youth Services Department provides a place to learn, play, explore and create for children ages 0 to 18. The entire upper level of the Library is dedicated to the Youth Services Collection which offers a wide variety of material. From board books to popular novels, magazines, and a variety of multimedia, kids and teens will find all of their academic and entertainment needs in one spot.
In addition to the collection, the Library offers an array of story times, art activities and other developmentally appropriate programs. With more special events than calendar days, the youth services department is always buzzing! |
