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Meet Local Author Gene Abel, What, If Anything, Is Out There?
Tuesday, May 28, 6:30pm
Colonel Abel will be discussing his book, What, If Anything, Is Out There? He details historic events that may well have been sightings by our ancestors and begins to explore what these encounters could mean for our security in the future. Drawing upon his years of military experience, Abel offers a unique insider's perspective as he guides readers through a thoughtful history of the Roswell incident of 1947 and beyond. A Distinguished Military Graduate from Penn State, he spent 5 years on active duty as an Army Officer and 25 years as an Army Reserve Officer. He completed the Army War College in 1985 and was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal on two occasions. He was nominated for General Officer and retired in 1993 as a Colonel. Colonel Abel had such diverse assignments as a Nuclear Weapons Officer and army Finance Officer. He is a resident of Sicklerville. This program will be held in our adult meeting room, and is open to all adults.
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Novel Mornings
Thursday, May 2, 11:30 am
Meeting Room
Enjoy a discussion of the novel The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead. This group meets at 11:30 to discuss popular fiction. These discussions are free and open to everyone. Advance phone or online registration is required.
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Non Fiction Addiction Book Group: 12 Rules for Life by Jordan B. Peterson
Thursday, May 16, 2:00 pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a discussion of Dr. Jordan B. Peterson's bestselling book, 12 Rules for Life. What does everyone in the modern world need to know? Renowned psychologist Jordan B. Peterson's answer to this most difficult of questions uniquely combines the hard-won truths of ancient tradition with the stunning revelations of cutting-edge scientific research. This discussion is open to all adult cardholders.
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Take a Seat: Chair Yoga with Dana
Sunday, May 5, 1:30 pm
Meeting Room
Join us for our chair yoga class where we focus on moving, breathing, building strength & flexibility, and end with relaxation! This class is perfect for all levels of students, including those who are new to yoga, as we use the chair to help balance, support, and challenge us. All are welcome! Please wear comfortable clothing that you will be able to move freely in. This class is open to all Heggan adult card members. The class will be held in our adult meeting room. Advance registration is required.
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Adult Craft: Make A Mother's Day Card
Tuesday, May 7, 6:30 pm
Meeting Room
Make a Mother's Day card for a mom in your life or you can choose to donate cards you craft to a local assisted living facility. You can make an unlimited number of cards. Keep one, donate the rest, and help brighten the day of a senior citizen. All supplies will be provided. We will be using yarn and yarn needles, but no sewing experience is required. There is limited space, so advance registration is required. All adults are welcome to register.
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Jigsaw Puzzle Club
Thursday, May 9, 2:00 pm
Meeting Room
Are you a jigsaw puzzle enthusiast? Drop in for socializing and jigsaw puzzle fun. This event is open to all adults. Advance registration is required.
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Ancestry Basics
Tuesday, May 21, 7:00 pm
Adult Computer Lab
Get started with your genealogy research. Learn how to do some basic searches using Ancestry and Heritage Quest, including searching census records and passenger lists, finding images of passenger ships, and locating other vital records. Attendees must be comfortable using the mouse and keyboard and navigating a website.
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Color Me Happy: Relaxing, Fun Coloring for Adults
Wednesday, May 22, 2:00pm
Join us at the library to mingle with other patrons while coloring. Light, relaxing music will be playing while you color in a page from a selection of adult coloring pages. You can chat with other patrons, or if you prefer, sit in a separate chair and relax while coloring. You don't have to stay the whole time. Feel free to come late and/or leave early. This program is open to all adults. You don't have to bring any supplies, all will be provided. Bring a small snack or beverage to enjoy while coloring.
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Adult Board Game Club
Thursday, May 23, 2:00pm
Enjoy board and card games with some new friends in our board game social club! The library will provide a number of different board and card games to choose from, but feel free to bring your own! This program is open to all adults, and will be held in person in our adult meeting room.
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Tween Book Club
Thursday, May 2, 4:00 pm
Meeting Room
Join us for this special book discussion series. This book club meets every month to discuss popular juvenile fiction. This month we're discussing Thanhha Lai's Inside Out and Back Again.
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Human Chess
Monday, May 6, 4:00 pm
Meeting Room
William Shakespeare's 460th birthday is this year. To celebrate, come brush up your Shakespeare and participate in our human chess tournament. Whether you play chess or not, come and take part in our scripted and unscripted matchups. Learn the chess moves from our chess mater teens, learn some basic fencing moves, and even a little Shakespeare-speak. Weather permitting this program will be outside; otherwise, we'll be in the Meeting Room. No registration is necessary; come join the fun!
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Babysitter's Club
Thursday, May 9, 4:00 pm
Meeting Room
Is your goal to earn a little money by babysitting? Do you want to have answers for many of the what-ifs of taking care of younger siblings? This program is designed to give teens and tweens the tools needed to build confidence, find success, and earn some money along the way. Registration is required.
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Teen Art Club
Monday, May 13, 4:00 pm
Meeting Room
Explore your interest in art with friends. Participants will have time, space, and materials to create. This monthly club will be led by a Teen Advisory Board member and is meant to allow teens to explore all things ART! Come check it out and have fun while exploring favorite artistic mediums and hanging out with like-minded friends. Meetings include discussions, art challenges, and time for participants to work on individual projects, collaborate with fellow members, or simply hang out while incubating their creative genius. This month we're focusing on architecture.
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Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Monday, May 13, 4:45 pm
Meeting Room
Teen Volunteer Opportunity! Earn community service hours while helping the library. The Teen Advisory Board meets to discuss upcoming teen programming, library events, displays, and the collection. Want to make a difference in the library and the community? Join us to find out how. Eligible teens must apply for membership. This group meets in the Meeting room .Contact Teen Librarian Barb for more information.
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Writing Club
Tuesday, May 14, 4:00 pm
Meeting Room
Do you like to write? Do you like playing with words or pictures to tell a story? Are poetry and lyrics more your style? Do you want to write a book someday? Why not start today! Come join us in the Meeting Room to discuss writing, get feedback on your work in progress, and get closer to creating your great work! The Writing Club will give young writers support and encouragement! Open to Heggan Teens and Tweens from 6th-12th grade only.
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Teen and Tween Heritage Club
Thursday, May 16, 4:00 pm
Event Location
Each month we'll explore our different cultures. Teen leaders will determine the focus culture and the activities we'll explore. Join us to learn about your peers and explore your own background.
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Art Adventures (Grades K-5)
Wednesday, May 1, 6:30 pm
Meeting Room
For artists in grades K-5. Join us as each month as we learn about a famous artist or illustrator, explore their techniques, and give their art style a try ourselves! This month: Mo Willems
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S.M.I.L.E.
Thursday, May 2, 6:30 pm
S.M.I.L.E. (Silent Mentors in Literary Education): Read to a dog or cat! For registration, please call or visit the library.
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Family Storytime (All Ages)
Friday, May 3, 10:15 am
Children's Library
Join us for an all-ages storytime featuring family-friendly stories, songs, and fun! Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers
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Kids' Club: Human Chess
Monday, May 6, 4:30 pm
Story Room
Children in K-5th grade can join us after school at 4:30pm for our monthly Kid's Club. Each month we will do a different activity. Books, crafts, STEM learning, chess and more will be our themes throughout the year! Each activity will include a short read aloud. May Activity: Human Chess
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Bedtime Stories
Monday, May 6, 7:00 pm
Story Room
All ages and their caregivers can snuggle up with us at 7pm for our monthly Bedtime Stories program! Wear your PJs and slippers. Bring your favorite stuffy and listen to some of our favorite bedtime stories. Open to Heggan cardholders only. Registration required; register children only, not caregivers.
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Wednesday, May 8, 6:30 pm
Meeting Room
Join science educator Shannon Hornibrook, to learn all about natural resources, recycling and taking care of our earth! This program is for children in grades k-5.
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Messy Art (2-5 Years)
Thursday, May 9, 1:30 pm
Story Room
Join us on the second Thursday of each month at 1:30pm to experience and explore different art mediums with your toddler or preschooler. Best for ages 2-5 years. Dress for a mess! This month we will be spray bottle painting.
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Monday - Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday & Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 1pm - 5pm |
Serving the residents of Washington Township, New Jersey since 1966
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