Library Director Linda A. Devlin David Lisa Ia a · Library (NJ), a reference librarian at Wayne Public Library (NJ) and an access services librarian at Mercyhurst College's Hammermill

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Systemwide Summer Programs

Pages 6 & 7

Our New Website!Page 26

News, Events and Free Programs @ the

Camden County Library System

Summer 2012

Opening ofRutgers-Camden Branch

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2012 Summer Reading Program,Dream Big, READ!

Camden County Library System is governed and supported by the Camden County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Camden County Library Commission.

Editor/Designer: Pat Dempsey

Assistant Editors:

Mark Amorosi, Ashley Mitchell,

Maureen Wynkoop

Summer ScheduleSundays, May 27 thru Sept. 2.....Closed

Monday, May 28, Memorial Day.....Closed

Wednesday, July 4, Independence Day.....Closed

Library Director

Linda A. Devlin

Asssociate Director

David Lisa

Library Commissioners

Robert Weil, President

Patrick Abusi, Vice President

Nancy Costantino, Joyce Ellis, Barbara Laynor

Freeholder Liaison

Ian K. Leonard

Anthony P. Infanti - Bellmawr Branch Library35 East Browning RoadBellmawr, NJ 08031 Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Debbie Stefano, Branch Manager(856) 931-1400

Gloucester TownshipBlackwood Rotary Public Library 15 South Black Horse Pike Blackwood, NJ 08012 Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Anne Ackroyd, Branch Manager(856) 228-0022

M. Allan Vogelson Regional Branch Library203 Laurel RoadVoorhees, NJ 08043 Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sunday, 1 - 5 p.m.Closed Sundays during the summerWilliam Brahms, Branch Manager(856) 772-1636 ext.7308

Merchantville Public Library130 S. Centre Street Merchantville, NJ 08109 Monday and Wednesday, 2 - 9 p.m.Tuesday and Thursday, 2 - 5 p.m.Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.Eve Brown, Branch Manager(856) 665-3128

Riletta L. Cream - Ferry AvenueBranch Library852 Ferry AvenueCamden, NJ 08104Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Jerald Szpila, Branch Manager(856) 342-9789

Rutgers-Camden Branch300 North 4th StreetCamden, NJ 08102Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.(Intersection of 5th and Penn St.) Jerald Szpila, Branch Manager856-225-6807

South County Regional Branch Library35 Coopers Folly RoadWinslow Township, NJ 08004 Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sunday, 1 - 5 p.m.Closed Sundays during the summerEdward Troike, Branch Manager(856) 228-0022

William G. Rohrer Memorial Library-Haddon Twp. Branch15 MacArthur Bouelvard Westmont, NJ 08108 Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Jennifer Druce, Branch Manager(856) 854-2752

Virtual Branchwww.camdencoutylibrary.org

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Friday June 8

10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Vogelson

Summer BOOK SALE!

203 Laurel Road, Voorhees, NJ

Saturday June 9 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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L i b r a r y S y s t e m

Camden County Officials

Louis Cappelli, Jr., Freeholder Director

Edward McDonnell, Freeholder Deputy Director

Rodney A. Greco, Freeholder

Jeffrey L. Nash, Freeholder

Ian K. Leonard, Freeholder

Scot McCray, Freeholder

Carmen Rodriguez, Freeholder

Joseph Ripa, County Clerk

Charles H. Billingham, Sheriff

Patricia Egan Jones, Surrogate

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The Camden County Library System welcomes new Associate Director, David Lisa. Mr. Lisa brings broadexperience as a library professional and contemporary interests to his new role here.

A popular culture enthusiast, he recently served as a Project Specialist for the New Jersey State Library where he worked in adult services and urban libraries. Previously he was the Director of the West Long Branch PublicLibrary (NJ), a reference librarian at Wayne Public Library (NJ) and an access services librarian at Mercyhurst

College's Hammermill Library in Pennsylvania.

Reflecting his diverse interests as a library professional, Mr. Lisa has presented nationally on a variety topics including the evolvingstate of e-reading, collection development in public libraries and the impact of handheld technology and social media inlibraries. Lisa also enjoys writing and is an enthusiast of social media, video games, home theater, comics and graphic novels.

We wish David the best in his new position.

Library Volunteers are Recognized at a Special Luncheon

Literacy Volunteers of Camden CountyVolunteers are needed to help local adults speak and

understand English or improve their reading or math skills. No experience necessary!

ear Friends: Welcome to the summer edition

of the Camden County LibrarySystem newsletter! We have manyexciting programs for you this summer. I encourage you to register for one ofthem online or at your local branch.

If you plan to open a few good books this summer don’tforget to register for a summer reading program. When kidslog their reading they will be eligible for some cool prizes!

Reading is a great way to pass the time on a cool summernight or a day at the beach. If you’re looking forsomewhere cool to go and get away from the heat you’llfind that our libraries have much more than books.

There are a variety of programs available this summer andthey’re all about the night. You don’t have to wait until itgets dark outside to explore any of the activities becausethey’re at the library any time of day. If you’re interested inlearning more about a particular subject or participating insome fun family activities visitwww.camdencountylibrary.org for a complete schedule.This summer let your library lead you into a world of new andfascinating experiences!

Ian K. Leonard,Freeholder Liaison

grandfather learns how to read and is able to read a book to his grandchild for the first time.

A Voorhees resident learns how to useWord and Excel at free library classes and gains the skills she needs to get a job.

A pre-schooler gets his first library card and excitedly checksout a book about trucks, his favorite thing in the world.

A high school student attends a library program, meets otherteens who share the same interests, and makes connectionsand friendships.

Dreams like these are fulfilled at the Library every day. Wecelebrate the importance of dreams in this year’s summerreading club, Dream Big, Read! A world of opportunity openswhen a child is connected with reading. Dreams that mayhave seemed like fairy tales can suddenly become reality withthe simple gift of a library card.

This summer, make your dreams come true with the help ofyour library. Our eight branch libraries offer Camden Countyresidents the collections, programs and services that will meetyour needs and make a difference in your lives.

Linda A. Devlin,Director

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Mary Finuoli was named Volunteer of the

Year for the Camden County Library

System. Ms. Finuoli has been a volunteer

at the Vogelson Branch since 2006 and

has continually given her time and effort

to help the Library System.

Students and tutors from LiteracyVolunteers of Camden County look overbooks and materials purchased with aCommunity Partners Grant from WellsFargo Bank. Wells Fargo proudly givesback to local organizations that addressvital community needs, such aseducation. The new books will enablevolunteer tutors to work one-on-one withtheir adult students on reading, math,English conversation, citizenship, andparenting skills.

Summer Reading Programs.....page 3

Book Clubs.....pages 4 & 5

Systemwide Summer Programs.....pages 6 & 7

Rutgers-Camden.....pages 8 & 9

Bellmawr..... pages 10 & 11

Ferry Avenue..... pages 12 & 13

Gloucester Township..... pages 14 & 15

Haddon Township..... pages 16 & 17

Merchantville..... page 18

Member libraries.....page 18

Staff Picks.....page 19

South County.....pages 20 & 21

Vogelson.....pages 22 - 25

Tech Tips.....page 26

Volunteer of the Year, Mary Finuoli, with

Karen Popelak, Volunteer Coordinator

and Linda Devlin, Library Director.

Sign up for the free

Tutor Training WorkshopSix Wednesdays - 6:30 9 p.m.

July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15

Learn more: (856)772-1636 X 7331

http://lva.camden.lib.nj.us or

http://lva.camdencountylibrary.org

Volunteers at the Camden County Library system were honored at a special luncheon in appreciation for thier work at many

different tasks that enable the library to provide better service to the community.

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Welcome to David Lisa New Associate Director

Freeholder Leonard

Our library’s newly redesigned website falls into thesecond category. This new online face of thelibrary is visually appealing, but, more importantly,

it is much easier to use! Here are some features.

Notice the words or phrases just above the three imageson the first page of the website. These are: Using theLibrary, Catalog/Account, Research, Services, Events,About Us. This is a horizontal navigation bar. Just hoveryour mouse over any of these words or phrases and adrop down menu will appear.

As an example, hovering your mouse over Using theLibrary gives you a selection of links including fourcategory headings. All the category headings and linksare active. Clicking on any one of them will get you tothat relevant portion of our website. For example,hovering your mouse over Using the Library and thenclicking on Member Information will take you to a pagewhere you can click on links giving information on topicssuch as getting a library card, the checkout periods ofmaterials, and library locations.

Hovering your mouse over Catalog/Account gives youan easy path to the library catalog (of course), but alsoan easy way to get to the section of our website dealingwith borrowing library eBooks - the DownloadableCollections.dable Collections link.On a final note, it is now very easy to find out what isgoing on at your local branch! Hover your mouse overthe word Events and then click on your branch. This putsyou in a calendar of events for that branch for thecurrent month. Clicking on an event will give you moreinformation, and, in many cases, also allows you toregister for that activity.

I’m really enjoying this new experience of our virtuallibrary presence, and I think you will too. Yes, sometimeschange is fantastic!

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Welcome to our column on user friendly technology - accessible tech

that doesn’t require tech guru skills!Tech

Tips

Happy Tech!

Margaret Szvetecz, South County Branch

Start by registering for summer

reading at your local branch or online

on our website. Please check with

your local branch for in - person registration

dates. Once you have registered, stop by

your library to pick up your summer reading

log and then all you need to do is start

reading! Read anything! Read anywhere!

Really - you can read anything, anywhere

and for every hour of reading, you can earn a

chance at a prize. The more you read, the

more chances to win!

We’ll be exploring all things nocturnal –

dreams, stars, planets, spooky stories and

more - through stories, crafts, music, dance

and other fun activities. Check out the wide

selection of summer programs listed under

each branch and use SignUp to register for

your favorites.

Calling All DreamersReach for the Stars

Join our Kids2012 Summer Reading Program

Beginning Saturday, June 23.

Dream Big,READ!

Teen Summer Reading Program

Own the NightEnjoy the best of all things dark with our 2012 Teen/Tween

Summer Reading Program – Own the Night. The more you read, the more chances you earn to win prizes! You caneven sign up and track your reading online. Check out our great selectionof programs for teens . There will be film festivals, crafts, gaming andmore! Programs are listed under each branch and you can use SignUp toregister for your favorites.

The Motown Sound

Experience “The Motown Sound”and learn about the history ofMotown while enjoying one ofthe premier soulful acts in the

tri-state area. Singer andmusician Jon Turk generates

energy and excitementeverywhere he performs. Kick offthe summer with dancing in thestacks! All ages are welcome to

attend this musical performance.

South County

Friday, June 15, 7 p.m.

Ferry Avenue

Saturday, June 16, 1 p.m.

Gloucester Township

Tuesday, June 19, 7 p.m.

Check your local branch teen & tween listings for program dates and times.

New Online Face of the Camden County Library System!

The web address for the Camden County Library System is:

www.camdencountylibrary.org

Teen Video ContestGrades 6 - 12

Are you interested in filming a video tobe showcased in our Third Annual M.

Allan Vogelson Library Teen FilmFestival? Information packets and

contest forms can be picked up at theYouth Services Desk. Videos will be

judged and viewed at our Red CarpetEvent being held on Tuesday, August

14th at 6 pm in The Corner. Videosubmissions are due on

Friday, August 10th.

Third Annual M. Allan VogelsonLibrary Teen Film Festival

All AgesTuesday, August 14, 6 p.m.

Watch our teen submitted movies inThe Corner. Meet the teen directors

and watch as their films areshowcased and judged by our panel.

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Adult Book Clubs & Author Visits

BellmawrLibrary Detectives Adult Book Club

Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

June 13The Ranger by Ace Atkins

Back from Afghanistan, Army Ranger Quinn Colson returnshome to Mississippi. His uncle, the town's sheriff, died in a

questionable suicide. Can Colson discover the truth abouthis uncle, the town and his family, but most

importantly himself?

July 25The Spellman Files by Lisa Lutz

Izzy Spellman is tired of working for her family business, aSan Francisco PI firm. Her parents agree to let her “retire,”but only on one condition: solve the 10-year-old cold case

of a missing teenager.

Thursday, August 16Aunt Dimity’s Death by Nancy Atherton

When Lori Shepherd learns of her Aunt Dimity's death, shemust travel to England to meet the requirements of the will.

While visiting her aunt’s "haunted" cottage, Lori uncoversclues to a WWII mystery.

Gloucester TownshipThird Thursday Book Chat, 10:30 a.m.

June 21Fiction: The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde

England, circa 1985, is a virtual police state where an auntcan get lost (literally) in a Wordsworth poem Thursday Nextdiscovers someone has begun kidnapping characters from

works of literature. When Jane Eyre is plucked from thepages of Brontë's novel, Thursday must track down the

villain and enter the novel herself.

July 19Fiction: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

by Mary Ann ShafferJanuary 1946: writer Juliet Ashton receives a letter from a

stranger, a founding member of the Guernsey Literary andPotato Peel Pie Society. And so begins a remarkable tale ofthe island of Guernsey during the German occupation, and

of a society as extraordinary as its name.

August 16Nonfiction: Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck

With Charley, his French poodle, Steinbeck drives throughscenic backroads and speeds along anonymous super

highways. This chronicle of their trip follows the two as theymeander from small towns to growing cities to glorious

wilderness oases.

Haddon Township Fourth Thursday Evening Book Discussion Group

7:15 - 8:45 p.m.

June 28Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende

Orphaned Eliza Sommers, raised by a victorian spinster andher brother, follows her lover to California during the wild

Gold Rush of1849 and finds herself on a life-transforming journey . www.litlovers.com

July 26Without Reservations: Travels of an Independent Woman

by Alice Steinbach“The Pulitzer Prize-winning writer explores the nature of

independence, chronicling her own adventures as a womanin search of freedom from the things that define her as she

journeys from Paris, and beyond.” Random House

August 23How to Be an American Housewife

by Margaret Dilloway“Entreated to visit her ancestral family in Japan in place of herailing mother, Sue uncovers family secrets that influence her

life in unforeseen ways, offer insight into her mother's marriageto an American GI and reveal the role of tradition.”

G.P. Putnam’s Sons

The Speculative Reader Adult Book Club Tuesdays, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

June 12Planning Session for Fall and Winter

Share your ideas to help choose the Speculative Readerfall and winter reading selections for 2012-2013.

July 10To Say Nothing of the Dog by Connie Willis

“An utter delight. Willis's unique, engaging voice will carry youto a place where chaos theory makes perfect sense, time-travel is a reasonable mode of transport and safeguarding

the fate of humanity is a respectable day job. ” --Amanda Quick

August 14 Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes

Charlie is a retarded adult turned genius after anexperimental brain operation. Keyes shows the complex array

of Charlie’s emotions before and after the operation,including his horror at an experiment gone terribly wrong.

South CountyThe “Tired Eyes” Book Club

Monday, September 10, 7 p.m.The “Tired Eyes” are on vacation and

will see you in September!This summer the “Tired Eyes” are reading: Come Home by

Lisa Scottoline; 22 Britannia Road by Amanda Hodgkinson; Inthe Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family

in Hitler's Berlin, by Eric Larsen; and One Good Dog bySusan Wilson. Read one or read them all! New members

are always welcome.

VVogelson BranchSignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-772-1636

Registration opens for all programs beginning three weeks prior to start date.

Teens &Tweens

Accepting submissions startin June 25

Teen Gaming ClubGrades 6 - 12Fridays, June 1, July 6, August 3, 6 - 8 p.m.Play Wii and XBox 360 games.

SAT/ACT Combo Practice TestPresented by KaplanGrades 9 - 12Saturday, June 2, 10:30 a.m.This practice test is 3.5 hours long.Thursday, June 14, 7 p.m.Students will receive a score analysis.You must register for this program.

Adult Anime & Manga ClubAges 16 and upTuesdays, June 5, July 3, August 74 - 5:30 p.m.Do you love watching anime andreading manga? Then this Adult Animeclub is for you! Share some snacks whilewe talk about your favorite stories andcharacters and watch the newest series.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)Grades 6 - 12Thursdays, June 21, July 19, August 164 p.m.TAB is made up of teens and tweenswho want to make a difference in theirlocal library. Plan and promote excitingchildren’s and teen programs whilemaking friends.

DIY BeautyGrades 6 - 12Thursday, June 28, 4 p.m. Create your own sugar scrub and hairdetangler out of every day householditems just in time for summer vacation.

Cool ScienceAges 5 and upFriday, June 29, 7 p.m.Have you ever seen someone hammer anail into solid wood with a banana? Orblow up a balloon... from the outside?And the most important question: haveyou ever eaten ice cream made withliquid nitrogen?! Explore how matterchanges from solid to liquid to gas withliquid nitrogen.

Beginner's CrochetAges 10 to adultMondays, July 2 - August 13, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.Bring in a size H crochet hook and a skeinof yarn and we'll teach you the basics of crochet.

Shrinky Dink Jewelry Grades 6 - 12Thursday, July 5, 4 p.m.Create your own Shrinky Dink jewelry.

Live Angry BirdsGrades 6 - 12Tuesday, July 10, 4 p.m.Do you like playing Angry Birds on yourphone? If yes, you will love playing it live!Work in teams to create towers and pigs,then use your Angry Birds to knockeverything down.

No Sew Flower HeadbandGrades 6 - 12Thursday, July 12, 4 p.m.Use fabric and a hot glue gun to createa flower headband.

Rock Band in The CornerGrades 6 - 12Monday, July 16, 2 - 4 p.m.Grab your band mates and get ready to rock. Two hours of Rock Band fun.

Batman “Dark Knight” MarathonAges 13 - 18Friday, July 20, 2 - 8 p.m.Enjoy this Dark Knight marathon to getyou ready for the final movie inChristopher Nolan's trilogy. Come as yourfavorite Batman character. There will bea prize for the best dressed.

Constellation Key RingsGrades 6 - 12Tuesday, July 24, 4 p.m. Create your own individual constellationkey rings. Learn about the stars anddiscover the mythical stories behind theconstellations.

Henna for TeensAges 12 - 18Thursday, July 26, 7 p.m.See system wide programs on page 7.

RMS TitanicAges 8 - 12Tuesday, July 31, 10:30 a.m.Explore the myths, facts and loresurrounding the sinking of the RMS Titanic.

Rosette Key Rings and PinsGrades 6 - 12Thursday, August 2, 4 p.m. Create no sew fabric rosettes for keyrings and pins. This is a great craft tomake for yourself and your friends.

Super Smash Brothers TournamentGrades 6 - 12Saturday, August 18, 2 p.m.Battle it out at The Corner in our SuperSmash Brothers Tournament. You mustregister for this event.

Anime-OtakusAges 16 and UpTuesday, August 28, 4 - 7 p.m.Bring your favorite anime for this 3 houranime marathon. Refreshments served.

Kids & Families continued

Preschool Drop In Story TimeAges 3 - 6Thursdays, June 28 – August 2, 10:30 a.m.Stories, finger plays, songs, and a coloringsheet to celebrate summer. Registrationnot required.

Friday FlicksAll AgesFridays, June 29, July 13, 27, August 106:30 p.m.Come in your PJs, bring a pillow andblanket, and join us for movie night!Refreshments will be served. Call theChildren's Desk for movie listings.

Cool ScienceAges 5 and up

Friday, June 29, 7 p.m.Have you ever seen someone hammer anail into solid wood with a banana? Orblow up a balloon... from the outside?And the most important question: haveyou ever eaten ice cream made withliquid nitrogen?! Explore how matterchanges from solid to liquid to gas withliquid nitrogen.

Dream Big Story TimeAll AgesSaturdays, June 30, July 14, 28, 10:30 a.m.Enjoy a morning of stories, nursery rhymesand songs.

Independence Day Celebration!Ages 5 and upTuesday, July 3, 10:30 a.m.Help us celebrate the Fourth of July witha craft.

The Magical Adventures of theDream Weaver

Ages 3 – 10Saturday, July 7, 2 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Lego WorkshopAges 6 – 12Wednesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Pikachu Trading Card WalletAges 5 – 8Tuesday, July 17, 11 a.m.Make a Pikachu trading card holder toclip to your belt or backpack. Bring cardsto trade or show. Please no valuablecards. Caregiver assistance required.

Kids Bollywood DancingAges 5 - 8Wednesday, July 18, 11 a.m.-12 noonLearn simple Bollywood dance moveswhile making friends and having fun!

Stuffed Animal Camp Out!Ages 3 - 9Thursday, July 19, 6:30 p.m. You and your favorite stuffed animal areinvited to enjoy a summer camp out!See systemwide programs on page 7.


Spooky StoriesAges 7 - 12Tuesday, July 31, 6:30 p.m.Prepare to be scared! We’ll be sharingscary stories and enjoying a creepy crittercraft. Be sure to bring your flashlight.

Spider-Man's 50th AnniversaryAges 8 - 12Wednesday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.Celebrate Spider-Man with games, storiesand a craft.

The Magic of Chad JurosAll agesThursday, August 2, 6:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

Back to School with Darby the CatAges 5 - 12Saturday, August 25, 10:30 a.m.Enjoy reading to Darby and making aback to school craft.

Ready, Set, Go to Kindergarten! Ages 4 - 6Thursday, August 30, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.Calm first day of school jitters with funstories, songs, and a craft! This program isintended for any child startingKindergarten this fall.

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VogelsonShort Story Discussion

Tuesdays, 1 p.m

Discuss contemporary short stories. Program is inconjunction with Kennedy Eldermed. Stories can be

obtained at the Information desk on the first floor.

June 12The Catbird Seat by James Thurber

July 10The Cobweb by H. H. Munro Saki

August 14An Encounter by James Joyce

Real Life Reads Book GroupTuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m.

June 12In the Sanctuary of Outcasts: A Memoir by Neil White

Neil White tells his incredible story of crime andredemption, vanity and spirituality, as he discovers

happiness and fulfillment in the Long Center, the lastleper colony in the United States.

July 17The Killer of Little Shepherds: A True Crime Story and the

Birth of Forensic Science by Douglas StarSerial killer Joseph Vacher terrorizes the French

countryside, eluding authorities until coming up againstthe founders of modern forensic science.

August 21The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding of Facebook, ATale of Sex, Money, Genius, and Betrayal by Ben Mezrich

Story of Harvard friends Mark Zuckerberg and EduardoSaverin and the creation of Facebook, the social network

that has spread from the a college campus around the world.

The Serial ReaderTuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m.

June 26Fatal Grace by Louise Penny

Sent to a village south of Montreal to investigate thedeath of an extremely unpopular woman, Inspector

Armand Gamache finds that nearly everyone in townhad a motive to kill her.

July 24The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler

When a dying millionaire hires Investigator Philip Marloweto handle the blackmailer of one of his troublesome

daughters, he gets more than he bargained for in themean streets of Los Angeles.

August 28The Dawn Patrol by Don Winslow

Ex-cop turned private investigator, Boone Daniels, getsthe chance to revisit the unsolved case he's obsessed

over for years while pursuing his surfing hobby in San Diego.

Literary CaféThursdays, 7 - 8:30 p.m.

June 28The Baker’s Daughter by Sarah McCoy

After an interview with an elderly baker leaves her feelinglike she has revealed too much, journalist Reba Adams

and her interview subject must confront the ghosts of the past.

July 26State of Wonder by Ann Patchett

A provocative novel of morality and miracles set in theAmazon rainforest, this adventure story takes a look

at the difficult choices we make in the name of discovery and love.

August 30Scenes from Village Life by Amos Oz

Set in the fictional village of Tel Ilan, this series of shortstories laments a world that has passed away: the "old

Israel" built by the generations of socialist pioneers.

Adult Book Clubs & Author VisitsVVogelson BranchSignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-772-1636


Wimpy Wednesdays

Trivia DayAges 7 - 13

Wednesday, July 11, 2 p.m.Test your Wimpy Kid Knowledge with a

variety of trivia games.

Movie ScreeningsAges 7 - 13

Wednesdays, July 18, August 1, 2 p.m.Celebrate the release of the next WimpyKid movie! Refreshments will be served.

Call the Children's Desk for movie listings.

Make Your Own JournalAges 7 - 13

Wednesday, July 25, 2 p.m.Make your very own journal in the

style of the Wimpy Kid!

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Kids and FamiliesBabies’ PlaygroupAges 1 - 18 monthsFridays, ongoing, 10 - 11 a.m.Little ones meet new friends! We providethe toys and books but no organizedprogramming.No Playgroup Friday, June 8 due to thebook sale.

Toddlers’ PlaygroupAges 18 - 36 monthsFridays, ongoing, 11 - 12 noonPlay with new friends! We provide thetoys and books but no organizedprogramming.No Playgroup Friday, June 8 due to thebook sale.

Tinkle Tinkle Little Potty Story Time Ages 18 months - 4 years Wednesday, June 6, 10:30 a.m.Celebrate National Potty Training Monthwith stories, songs, and a simple craft.Gentle encouragement for all thoseworking on potty training!

Read to a DogAges 5 - 11Mondays, June 11, July 9, August 6 7 – 8 p.m.Bring your favorite book or choose onefrom the library to read to our therapydogs. Each session will feature a craft.

Kid's BingoGrades K - 5Fridays, June 15, August 17, 6:30 p.m.Bring a towel for sitting and join us for Kid's Bingo!

`Twas the Night Before SummerAges 4 - 8Tuesday, June 19, 6:30 p.m.It's the last day of spring - let's celebratesummertime's arrival! We'll be makinginsect wings, reading summery stories,and enjoying seasonal snacks!

By the Light of the Moon EveningStory TimeAges 3 - 8Wednesdays, June 20, August 22 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Celebrate the "Dream Big" summerreading theme with stories and a craft.Get comfy by wearing your pajamas andslippers to the library!

LegomaniaAges 5 – 11Saturday, June 23, 10:30 – 12 noonThursday, July 5, 1:30 – 3 p.m.Saturday, July 21, 10:30 – 12 noonTuesday, July 24, 6:30 – 8 p.m.Saturday, August 11, 10:30 – 12 noonThursday, August, 16, 1:30 - 3 p.m.Make new friends while you create andplay with Legos provided by the library.Must register for each session separately.

Toddler Drop In Story TimeAges 18 months - 2 yearsMondays, June 25 - July 30, 10:30 a.m.Stories, finger plays, and songs tocelebrate summer. Registration not required.

Fancy Nancy Dress-Up DayAges 5 – 7Tuesday, June 26, 2 p.m.Come dressed “Fancy Nancy” style andmake a craft to go with your outfit.

Baby Story Time: WalkersAges 12 - 18 months

Tuesdays, June 12, 26, July 10, 24, August, 14, 28

Wednesdays, June 13, 27, July 11, 25, August 15, 29

10:30 a.m.Join us for stories, songs, finger plays, and

bubbles. Stay and play after. Please register for Tuesday or Wednesday.

Baby Story Time: LapsitAges 6 - 12 months

Tuesdays, June 12, 26, July 10, 24, August 14, 28

Wednesdays, June 13, 27, July11, 25, August 15, 29, 11:30 a.m.

Join us for stories, songs, finger plays, andbubbles. Stay and play after. Please register for Tuesday or Wednesday. M. Allan Vogelson Regional Branch Library • 203 Laurel Road • Voorhees, NJ 08043

The Camden County

Library System has grown

and so has our book sale!Over 50,000 Books of all types, CDs,

DVDs, Videos, Books-on-Tape

…. and more!!!!!

No Preview. About 90% Donated.

Chad is a two-time cancer survivor and has been a professional award-winning

magician since the age of seven. Past performances include the White House,

Criss Angel's Mindfreak and Dinner Impossible. He is the founder of the

Spread the Magic Foundation, a NJ non-profit that spreads magic to children

with cancer. Performances feature classic magical illusions as well as juggling.

With castles, kings, a dragon keeper, an Ice Sorceress,

the Horn of Fire, two villagers, and a daring journey to save the entire kingdom, enjoy this

spectacular adventure as we're swept away to a world where dragons are real, dreams come

true, and only the most daring of people will survive to tell the tale! Join us as we learn about

the science of Fire & Ice by telling a tale of Dragons & Dreams using experiments of flash

paper, exploding bottles, "cool" dry ice, and much more. Wouldn't dragon's breath be an

amazing sight!

Systemwide Programs for Kids

this SummerThe Magic of

Chad Juros

All ages

Rutgers-Camden

Tuesday, July 31, 3 p.m.

Camden Ferry


Haddon Township

Thursday, August 2, 10:30 a.m.

Gloucester Township

Thursday, August 2, 2:30 p.m.

South County

Monday, July 30, 11 a.m.

Bellmawr

Friday, August 3, 3 p.m.

Sciencetellers: Dragons & Dreams

Grades K-5

All ages

Merchantville Wednesday, June 6, 3:30 p.m.

Rutgers-Camden Friday, July 13, 3:30 p.m.

Bellmawr Monday, July 30, 7 p.m.

Mr. Malcolm Presents...

“Life is But a Dream.”through his interactive storytelling.

Learn more about Chad

and his magical experiences at

www.magicalchad.com.

Voorhees


BookSaleSummer

Friday June 8 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday June 910 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Short Story DiscussionAdults

Tuesdays, June 12, July 10, August 14 1 p.m.

Discuss contemporary short stories.Program is in conjunction with KennedyEldermed. We meet on the 3rd floor ofthe Vogelson branch library. Stories canbe obtained at the Information desk on

the first floor.June 12

The Catbird Seat by James ThurberJuly 10

The Cobweb by H. H. Munro SakiAugust 1

An Encounter by James Joyce

Real Life Reads Book ClubAdults

Tuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m.June 12

In the Sanctuary of Outcasts: A Memoirby Neil White

July 17The Killer of Little Shepherds: A True CrimeStory and the Birth of Forensic Science by

Douglas Star

August 21The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding

of Facebook, A Tale of Sex, Money,Genius, and Betrayal by Ben Mezrich

The Serial ReaderAdults


Fatal Grace by Louise PennyJuly 24

The Big Sleep by Raymond ChandlerAugust 28

The Dawn Patrol by Don Winslow

Literary Café Book ClubAdults

Thursdays, 7 p.m.June 28

Baker’s Daughter by Sarah McCoyJuly 26

State of Wonder by Ann PatchettAugust 30

Scenes from Village Life by Amos Oz

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AdultsFocus GroupAdultsMondays, June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16,23, 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27, Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11,18, 25, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 10:30 a.m. - 12 noonESL conversation class for those whowant to learn to speak fluent English.

Adult Anime & Manga ClubAges 16 and upTuesdays, June 5, July 3, August 74 - 5:30 p.m.Love watching anime and readingmanga? This Adult Anime club is for you!Share snacks, talk about your favoritestories, and watch the newest series.

Kennedy ElderMed Knitting and Crochet GroupAdultsWednesdays, June 13, 27, July 11, 25,August 8, 22, 12:30 p.m.Share and learn new skills with fellowknitters and crocheters. Bring your ownsupplies and materials.

ScrabbleAdultsFridays, June 22, July 27, August 24 1 - 3 p.m.Enjoy a game of Scrabble with friends. In conjunction with Kennedy Eldermed.Meet on the 3rd floor of Vogelson Library.

New Life for Old Books / Chocolate TastingAdultsJune 23, 2 p.m.Recycle old books to create uniquecrafts. Enjoy chocolate coveredtreats.

Chocolate TastingAdultsSaturday, June 30, 2 p.m.Enjoy quality chocolate and discover thecomplexities and levels of flavor as youexperience a variety of Belgianchocolates. Registration is limited.

Beginner's CrochetAges 10 to adultMondays, July 9 - August 132:30 - 3:30 p.m.Bring in a size H crochet hook and a skeinof yarn and we'll teach you the basics of crochet.

Tai Chi ClassAdultsWednesday, July 18, 7 p.m.Board Certified massage therapist,cosmetologist and esthiologist BarbaraMorici will teach you techniques forhealing with this gentle, self-pacedexercise.

ScrapbookingAdultsThursday, July 26, 7 p.m.Bring your travel, birthday, weddingpictures or memoirs and join SharonJarema in scrapbooking. Supplieswill be provided, but you may bring

your own if preferred. For the seasonedor the beginning scrapbooker.Registration is limited.

Sushi WorkshopAdultsSaturday, July 28, 3 p.m.Tomoe and Saki will guide you step bystep in making your own sushi,demonstrating how to cook yaki sabaand more. Supplies provided. Seating is limited.

Adult

Summer Reading Program

Adults

Saturday, June 23 – Saturday

August 4

Between the Covers is this summer’s theme.

Give old books new life, scrapbook , learn to

make sushi, discover benefits of Tai Chi and

more. The 2012 Summer Reading Program will

offer book discussions, programs, prizes, and

special events. This will run concurrently with

the children’s summer reading program. Get

your whole family involved! Registration

begins on Saturday, June 16.

The Magical Adventures ofthe Dream Weaver

Grades PreK- 5Local author and storyteller Don Dougherty of Classroom Adventure Stories visits our librarythis summer to perform his latest story, "The Magical Adventures of the Dream Weaver." Afun-filled time is guaranteed for the whole family, as “Mr. Don” weaves the dreams of thechildren in the audience into an adventure tale that they will never forget! “Mr. Don” hasbeen wowing audiences for over half a decade! Plan to arrive early so that your children

can become one of the “Stars of the Story.”

Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12

Wednesday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Bricks 4 Kidz is visiting with specially-designed models for participants to

create. Be prepared to use yourimagination, curiosity, and love of

legos! Learn more athttp://www.bricks4kidz.com.

Ferry Ave.Wednesday, June 27, 3 p.m.

VogelsonWednesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m.

South CountyFriday, July 13, 6:30 p.m.

BellmawrWednesday, July 18, 6:30 p.m.

HaddonThursday, July 26, 4 p.m.

Rutgers-CamdenMonday, July 30, 3 p.m.

Gloucester TownshipWednesday, July 18, 7 p.m.

Cosmic SpaceGrades K-5

Mad Science presents a voyage for inquiring minds interested indiscovering space. The mission: to take an exciting look at planets,

moons, comets, and the stars. We will boldly go where young space fanaticslove to go - space suits not required. Participants will return from their mission

with their own piece of the sky!

Merchantville: Wednesday, June 13, 3:30 p.m. Ferry Ave: Monday, July 9, 6 p.m.

Voorhees: Monday, July 23, 3 p.m.Rutgers-Camden: Tuesday, July 24, 3 p.m.

Haddon: Tuesday, July 31, 7 p.m.

Animal ShowAll ages

Colette Bogie has been giving rescued animals a loving home for over 15 years. Meet her collection of clean and friendly animals and learn about their

needs and natural habitats.

Bellmawr Tuesday, June 26, 3 p.m.

South CountyWednesday, June 27, 11 a.m.

Gloucester TownshipWednesday, June 27, 2 p.m.

Rutgers-Camden Thursday, June 28, 3 p.m.

VoorheesSaturday, July 7, 2 p.m.

Ferry Ave. Wednesday, July 18, 3 p.m.

South CountyThursday, July 19, 11 a.m.

Gloucester Township Friday, July 20, 2:30 p.m.

Haddon Township Wednesday, July 18, 7 p.m.

Stuffed Animal

Camp Out!You and your favorite stuffedanimal are invited to enjoy a

summer camp out at your localbranch. There will be stories,songs, and crafts. Check yourlocal branch listings for details.

Ferry Ave.Ages 4-9

Monday, July 2, 6:30 p.m.

Gloucester TownshipAges 18 months - 5

Thursday, July 12, 6:30 p.m.

Bellmawr Ages 2 - 8

Monday, July 16, 7 p.m.

Rutgers-Camden Ages 3 - 5

July 17 at 11 a.m.

VoorheesAges 3 - 9


South CountyAges 3 - 6

Friday, June 22 , 6:30 p.m.

MerchantvillePreK – 5th grade

Wednesday, July 25, 2:30 p.m.

Henna for TeensAges 12-18

In this hands-on workshop you will learn about mehndi (henna) art, how to drawtraditional Indian motifs, and the technique of applying henna. Get ready tocreate beautiful henna designs on your own hands! Parental permission required,as henna can remain on the skin from 1- 2 weeks.

South CountyThursday, July 26, 2 p.m.

GloucesterThursday, July 26, 4:30 p.m.

VoorheesThursday, July 26, 7 p.m.

BOOK CLUBS

Our Newest Branch Opens on Rutgers Campus in CamdenUnique model of communitylibrary in an academic setting

serves urban residents

From its lively colors to the computer stations andcommunity room, our newest branch on theRutgers-Camden campus in the Paul Robeson

Library welcomes our customers and the public.

The project represents a successful collaboration between

the university, the county and the library system in their effort

to provide library services directly to the residents of Camden’s

downtown neighborhoods.

“The space is beautifully designed and the partnership

with Rutgers-Camden will allow us to work together to provide

unique programming and educational opportunities,” points

out Ms. Devlin.

The new branch features a 20 seat state-of-the-art

computer classroom, a space dedicated to children’s

programming, and 22 additional computers for public use,

while offering the most popular, in demand current fiction,

nonfiction, movies and periodicals.

Freeholder Leonard credits Ms. Devlin for adding her

expertise to the plan. “She led a team that transformed a

5,000 square-foot space into a state-of-the-art library that

serves everyone from toddlers to high school and college

students, jobs seekers and seniors.”

“The partnership with Rutgers-Camden will result in

innovative programming as the library’s staff collaborates with

staff from Rutgers Center for Early Childhood Development

and Future Scholars Program,” said Ms. Devlin, who anticipates

the new branch will have a

profound impact and benefit

on the neighborhoods it

serves.

She told the assembled

guests and onlookers at the

grand opening event, “A

library is hope, promise and

renewal. It makes powerful

changes in people’s lives.”

Our newest branch is open and operational!

It is located at 5th and Penn Streets on the

Rutgers Camden Campus.

See opposite page for

upcoming summer programs.

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SSouth County BranchSignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-753-2537


Kids & Families continuedWimpy WednesdaysGrades 3 – 6Wednesdays, July 11, 18, 25, August 14:30 – 5:30 p.mJoin us for an hour of all things Wimpy Kid.Space limited to 20 kids for each event.Register separately for each Wednesday.Register each child separately.

Summertime Drop-In: Dress to MessAges 5 – 11Thursday, July 12, Tuesday, July 31 2 - 4 p.m.Drop - in anytime between 2 and 4 p.m.and make a craft. We will have variouscrafts available for the younger set. Last crafter accepted at 4 p.m.

Lego Workshop!Ages 6 - 12Friday, July 13, 6:30 p.m. Be prepared to use your imagination.See systemwide programs on page 7.

The Magical Adventures of theDream Weaver with Don DoughertyGrades K – 5Thursday, July 19, 11 a.m. – noonSee systemwide programs on page 7.

Piccirillo Sciencetellers: Dragons & Dreams Grades K – 5 Monday, July 30, 11 a.m. – noonSee systemwide programs on page 6.

Llama Llama PajamaramaAges 3 – 6Thursday, August 9, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.Wear your pajamas and listen to storiesfrom the Llama Llama series by AnnaDewdney. Make a simple craft.

Bouncing Babies and BooksBabies up to 18 months and caregiversTuesday, August 14, 28, 11 a.m. - noonStories, music and finger plays. Babiesexplore new toys and make new friendswhile parents do the same!

BabyciseWalkers - age 3 and caregiversFriday, August 17, 31, 3 - 3:30 p.m.A music based program for walkersthrough age 3. Dance and exercise tomusic. Siblings are welcome!

Get Ready Kindergarten, Here I Come!Grade KWednesday, August 22, 11 a.m. – noonStarting Kindergarten in September?Stories and a craft will calm those nerves.

Calling all Princes and Princesses! Grades PreK - 2Saturday, August 25, 11:30 – 12:30 p.m.An enchanted afternoon of stories andcrafts. Supplies and space limited to 20.

Tweens&TeensYu-Gi-Oh and Pokémon Too! Card Meet- UpAges 9 – 18Mondays, June 11, July 9, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.Play or trade with other card collectors.Do not bring valuable cards. NintendoDS players bring your games.

13+ Manga and Anime OtakuAges 13 – 18Tuesday, June 19, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Watch your favorite anime episodes andshare some ramen with your friends!

Calling All Gamers!Ages 9 – 18Fridays, June 29, July 27, August 31 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Get your game on. Hooks ups for the PS 2, PS 3, Nintendo Game Cube andWii. Bring your Nintendo DS and meetother DS fans. Yu-Gi-Oh playerswelcome.

Teens Altered Art Night: Journals and BooksAges 12 – 18Monday, July 16, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Explore your hidden creativity throughword and art. Each teen will receive ablank journal. Space and supplies arelimited.

Henna for TeensAges 12 – 18Thursday, July 26, 2 p.m.See systemwide programs page 7.

Zombie Lock-InAges 9 – 18Friday, August 3, 6:30 – 10 p.m.Celebrate National Library Lock In Night!Including face painting, special effects,snacks, games, and music to bring outour inner zombie. When the librarycloses, we will take over the darkenedstacks. Program limited to 15 zombies.Zombies under 18 will need a signedpermission slip. Program ends promptlyat 10 p.m.

Parkour FundamentalsAges 12 and upSaturday, August 4, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.Ever been interested in “freestylerunning” and doing those insane ninja-like moves? Learn the basics the rightway from the experts. Wear comfortableclothes and secure footwear.

Mini Comic Con! Villains vs. Heroes Ages 8 and upMonday, August 6, 6 – 8:30 p.m.

Dress as your favorite Villain or Hero.

Prizes awarded for best dressed. Bring

your old comics and participate in our

book swap and trade. A space for Yu Gi

Oh and Pokemon card players will be set

aside. Trivia, games and good fun.

Teens Altered Art Night: T-ShirtsAges 12 – 18Monday, August 13, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Give an old t-shirt new life as somethinguseful and artsy to carry your stuff.Limited to 12 teens.

Teen Friendship NightAges 12 – 18Tuesday, August 14, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Meet other teens and make friendshipbracelets to share or keep whilewatching a favorite teen movie. RatedPG-13. Popcorn with a special toppingstation. Space and supplies limited to 12.

Be a Book Buddy!Ages 12 and Up

Thursdays, June 21, July 19, August 23 4 – 5 p.m.

Make a difference in a young reader’slife and share your love of reading.

Get paired up with your young bookbuddy and spend an hour reading

and playing word games. Communityservice hours will be given to volunteers

who complete the book buddyprogram. New Teen Book Buddies

should arrive at the library at 4 p.m. fora short orientation. Be sure to register

for this program. Space limited.

Brian Richards’ Dream BIG Magic Show

All AgesWednesday, August 8, 11 a.m.– noon

Enjoy the magic, comedy andstorytelling of local magician Brian

Richards. Brian’s fun filled program alsoencourages READING! This program ismade possible by a grant from NJLA

and the New Jersey State Library.

Freeholder Ian K. Leonard, as liaison to the County Library

System, worked closely with Rutgers-Camden Chancellor

Wendell Pritchett for over a year to help make the new branch a reality.

Library Director

Linda Devlin,

NJ State Senator

Donald Norcross, and

Rutgers-Camden

Chancellor

Wendell Pritchett

applaud Freeholder

Ian Leonard's

remarks at the

grand opening.

The new service desk

is ready for all the

customers who will

benefit from the

beautifully designed

new branch.

Freeholder Ian Leonard addresses the grand opening gathering.

Seated left to right, Library Director Linda Devlin, NJ State Sentaor

Donald Norcross, Rutgers-Camden Chancellor Wendell Pritchett,

retired Freeholder Riletta Cream, Camden Mayor Dana Redd and

Deputy Freeholder Director Edward McDonnell.

The look on the faces of the 30 schoolchildren at the grand opening

event, listening raptly to award-winning children’s author Dan Gutman

in the new library’s glass-fronted community room confirmed the

importance of the new branch and its promise of success.

Adults

Yoga for AdultsAdultsSaturdays, June 2, 16, July 7, 21, August 4, 18, 10:30 a.m. - noonJoin Shawn Swift for some mind calmingand body stretching yoga. Wearcomfortable clothes and bring a mat or beach towel. All levels of yogaexperience welcome.

Mahjong Players Meet – UpAdults Wednesdays, June 6, July 11, August 1 12 – 2 p.m.The library is a great place to meet andplay the afternoon away. Bring yourMahjong sets and help get a groupstarted . We provide the space to meet.

Tai ChiAdultsSaturdays, June 9, 23, July 14, 28, August 11, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.Learn this ancient, stress reducing, low-impact exercise from Anthony Seawright.Wear loose, comfortable clothes.

Tiny Piney PoetsAdultsTuesdays, June 12, 26, July 10, 24, August 14, 28, 1 - 3 p.m.Poets of all skill levels are welcome! Bringa piece of your work and join us.

The Motown SoundAdultsFriday, June 15, 7 p.m.See page 2 for details.

South Jersey Writers GroupAdultsTuesdays, June 19, July 17, August 217 - 8:45 p.m.Meet other aspiring writers, share yourwriting, and learn creative writing skills.New members are welcome.

South County YarnBallsAges 12 and upMondays, June 25, July 23, August 276:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Meet a great group of people who enjoyall things yarn. New members are alwayswelcome. Registration is not required.

South County Scrapbookers Meet-UpAdults Fridays, July 20, August 17, 5 – 8:30 p.m.Like to scrapbook but never have enoughspace? Come to the library to spread outand relax. Bring a snack to share - meetothers who share your interest.

Kids & FamiliesLego Block PartyAges 8 – 18Fridays, June 8, August 10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.We have piles of Legos for you to digthrough! Have tons of fun buildingwhatever you can imagine. Bring abuilding buddy or make a new one.

Family FrenzyAll AgesTuesdays, June 12, July 10, August 7 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Turn off the TV and spend an eveningtogether as a family. Various boardgames will be available for all ages.

Big Guy/Little Guy Story TimeAges 2 1/2 – 7Saturday, June 16, 11 a.m. – noonHey, Little Guys! Share stories and asimple craft with your favorite Big Guy.There will be juice and doughnuts, too.

Toddler Tunes and TalesAges 18 - 30 months with caregiverWednesdays, June 20, July 11, 18, 25,August 1, 10:30 – 11 a.m.Stories, songs and finger plays especiallydesigned for your toddler. Siblings arealways welcomed.

Whimsical WednesdaysAges 2 ½ - 5 wilth caregiverWednesdays, June 20, July 11, 18, 25,August 1, 11:30 a.m. – noonStories, songs and finger plays especiallydesigned for your preschooler. Siblingswelcome!.

Stuffed Animal Camp Out! Ages 3 – 7Friday, June 22, 6:30 – 8 p.m.See systemwide programs page 7.

National Bathroom Reading Month CelebrationAll agesSaturday, June 23, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.Celebrate America's pastime ofbathroom reading. Games and a snack!

Miss Janet’s Little Reader’s ClubGrades K – 2Tuesdays, June 26, July 24, August 21,6 – 7 p.m.Too old for story time, but still love to beread to? Join Miss Janet as she sharessome of her favorite tales. You can evenshare some of your favorite tales with her!

Miss Colette’s Animal Show All AgesWednesday, June 27, 11 a.m. – noonSee system wide programs on page 7.

Little Gamers HourFridays, June 29, July 27, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Get your game on! Bring a friend andcome and play games on our NintendoGame Cube, PS2, PS3 and Wii. You maybring your own games rated “E.” Bringyour own snack or a snack to share.

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Food CollectionSouth County is partnering with the

Winslow Township Rotary Club in

collecting non-perishable (canned

and dry) food for the Rotary Club's

Food Pantry. Look for our red

collection bin by the Circulation Desk.

Help feed your neighbors in need!

RRutgers - Camden BranchSignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-225-6807


Adults Between the CoversAll AgesJune 23-August 4This is an independent reading program for adults which runs concurrently with thechildren’s ‘Dream Big-READ!” program.

Computer Basics Mondays, June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10 -12 noonDo you wish to become technologicallySavvy? Register for this 6-week workshoptkhat will prepare you for computerbasics. Programs covered will include:Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point,Microsoft Publisher, Internet Searching, E-mail Setup, Facebook Setup.

Kids & FamiliesPhil McNulty’s Comic Book WorkshopAges 9-12Wednesday, June 27, 3 p.m.Thursday, July 11, 1 p.m. Thursday, July 25, 3 p.m.

Illustrator Phil McNultyteaches how to tell astory without words.Compose your owncomic book usingelements of art likedesign andstorytelling.

Animal ShowAll agesThursday, June 28, 3 p.m.Meet Colette Bogie’s collection of cleanand friendly animals.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Night Shivers Book ClubAges 8-11Thursdays, July 5, July 19, 2 p.m.There is nothing more fun than listening toa great book that keeps you at the edgeof your seat. Bring your flashlights andlisten to Scary Stories to tell in the Darkby Alvin Schwartz.

Summer Art Soup Program andCamden County Library present Storyteller Kyle Jakubowski’sStorytelling AdventuresAge 3 - 5 Tuesdays, July 10,17, 24, 31, August 7Wednesdays, July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8 10 -11 a.m. and 11-12 noonYou can’t miss Tall Tales with Kyle J.!Everyone’s favorite storyteller, Kyle Jakubowski, will weave his delightfulword magic and captivate pre-school aged children through interactivestorytelling. After the story, the childrenwill create an artwork inspired by one ofthe stories.

Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12Wednesday, July 11, 3 p.m. See systemwide programs on page 7.

Mr. Malcolm Presents...All agesFriday, July 13, 3:30 p.m. Mr. Malcolm reminds us that life is but adream through his interactive storiesSee systemwide programs on page 6.

Kid KaraokeAges 6-8Saturday, July 14, 10:30 p.m.Do you love to sing? Are you going to beon TV when you grow-up? Here’s yourchance to show your stuff. We’ll have amicrophone and a Karaoke machine.Come sing your heart out!

Stuffed Animal Camp Out!Ages 3 - 5Tuesday, July 17, 2:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Cosmic SpaceGrades K - 5Tuesday, July 24, 3 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6..

The Magic of Chad JurosAll agesTuesday, July 31, 3 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

Teens & TweensKaraoke Ages 9 and upSaturday, June 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m.Do you enjoy singing? Bring your friendsand sing your favorite songs on ourKaraoke machine.

Campfire @ the Library Ages 9 and upFriday, July 3, 4 p.m.Use your imagination to create interestingimages as we read campfire stories. Thegroup will use their collective imaginationto develop progressive stories.

Creatures of the NightAges 9 and upTuesday, July 10, 4 p.m. Use Gmail documents to collectivelycollaborate on writing a scary story anddrawings animals of night. No one knowswhat the final product will turn out to be.

Gamers Get Ready!All AgesFriday, July 27, 11 a.m.Board and computer games are thefocus of the day. Bring your family andfriends to the new library and challengeother players!

Movie DayAges 9 and upThursday, Friday, August 2, 3, 2 p.m.Join us for a movie, fun and popcorn as we end our summer program.

The "Tired Eyes" Book ClubAdults

Monday, September 10, 7 p.m.The "Tired Eyes" are on vacation

and will next meet in September.See page 4 for details.

Book BuddiesGrades K – 3

Thursdays, June 21, July 19, August 234:30 – 5 p.m.

Meet at the library and get paired up withan older tween or teen for 30 minutes ofreading and word games at the library. All children must be registered for each

event. Please register each childseparately. Space limited to 12.

Book BuddiesAges 12 and up

Thursdays, July 12, 26, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Teens are waiting to pair up withyoungsters between the ages of

5 and 7 to show them all thewonderful books in the library.

Everyone will meet at the library andpair off to participate in fun and

games. Prizes will be awarded forparticipation in the program. Please

register on our website. Parents ofyounger book buddies must stay.

David LisaAssociate DirectorVogelson

The Walking Dead,Volume 15: WeFind Ourselvesby Robert Kirkman,Charles Adlard,Cliff Rathburn

Image Comics –Skybound

AMC TV’s new series The Walking Dead,which just completed its secondseason, is a bona fide hit, earning thehighest ratings for any basic cable TVseries, according to the network. Butthat’s only part of the story.

You can experience the origin of theplucky group of survivors of the zombieapocalypse in the pages of TheWalking Dead comic book, written byRobert Kirkman and published monthlyby Image Comics. It’s gathered intographic novel reprint format every 6issues or so. The Camden CountyLibrary System owns almost all of the 15trade paperback volumes of the storyso far.

You can read the graphic novelcompletely on its own if you wish, as it isone of the best monthly comic bookseries currently being published. Sincethe TV series occasionally diverges fromthe storyline in the comics, an extraadded dimension of reading thegraphic novels is recognizing thosestoryline differences and talking withother fans about it.

Volume 15 of the graphic novel reprintscovers numbers 85-90 of the comicbook series and proceeds from astunningly major cliffhanger in thesaga. It finds the crew of survivorsstruggling to rebuild their communityand reinforce their safety againsthordes of zombies. Many of thecharacters also have major obstaclesto overcome in their personal lives, andthis makes for some very dramaticsituations.

If you are not already a fan of The Walking Dead comics, now is theperfect time to come on board andfollow as the television series continuesits streak of popularity.

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Carissa SchanelySenior LibraryAssistantRutgers-Camden

BOY 21, a YAnovel byMatthew Quick

Quick, a South Jersey native, is anauthor of both YA and adult fiction.BOY 21, like Quick’s other novels,delves into the psyches of fascinating,flawed, and memorable characters asthey try to find their way through life.Finley, the main character of BOY 21, isa high-school basketball player who istorn amongst his familial duties, hiscoach, his team, his mysterious newfriend, and his girlfriend. He must moveforward, but to do so, Finley, his friends,and his family must first confront thepast and the dark memories thatconstrain their world. The surprisingconclusion is both heart-wrenchingand perfectly satisfying.

Cindy Spino and

Ann Marie Latini

Gloucester Twp.

Branch

Thunder andRain byCharles Martin

We loved this

book!!! Tyler Steele is part of a dying

breed – an American cowboy who still

believes in the good in people and his

responsibility to help those who can’t

help themselves. One night he meets

Sam and her daughter Hope. They

are desperately out of luck and in

need of help and Tyler just can’t walk

away, despite his own trials and

tribulations. This is a great read that

makes you believe there may still be

heroes in the world.

Staff Picks

Library Mouse, A World to Exploreby Daniel Kirk

Eve Brown, Merchantville BranchManager, sitting in front of lots of"Buckets Full of Fun" summer readingprizes, recommends a great Easysummer read for ages 6 and up.

Sue MulhollandTechnical ServicesVogelson Branch

May the RoadRise Up to MeetYouby Peter Troy

Published in February of this year,Troy’s debut novel is historical fictionat its best.

Spanning the first major wave of Irishimmigration to New York through theend of the Civil War, this is anengrossing, epic American dramatold from four different perspectives:Ethan McOwen, an Irish immigrantwho faces growing up in Brooklynand the Five Points and is among thefirst to join the famed Irish Brigadeduring the Civil War; Marcella, notyour run-of-the-mill society girl fromSpain who becomes a passionateabolitionist; Mary, a gifted seamstress,and Micah, a remarkable carpenterand craftsman, both southern slaveswho embark on a tumultuous path tofreedom. Each character is so well-written, I couldn’t wait to read whathappened to them next. All fourstories come together slowly andeventually collide.

Pick it up if you’re in the mood for afun, engrossing and educationalread. It has everything: greatcharacters, love, war, and history. I couldn’t put it down.

BBellmawr Branch SignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-931-1400.


Book Buddies Reading ClubGrades K - 3 and Tween/Teen

Thursdays, June 21, July 19

August 16, 4 - 5 p.m.

Bring your child to the library topair up with a great teenager for

reading, games and prizes. Parentsmust stay in the library during

the program.

Annual Teen/Tween SponsoredBook Sale

See page 11.

Library Detectives Book Discussion Group

Adults

Wednesday, June 13, July 25

Thursday, August 16

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

See page 3 for details.

AdultsSaving with Coupons: ExtremeCouponing the Right WayAdults


Let Rosie the Coupon Coach show you

with her proven techniques how to save

on anything from groceries to travel.

Sip & Mingle Coffee DateAdults

Mondays, June 11, July 9, August 13,

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Stop in for a cup of coffee and a tasty

treat while you look for a book, read a

magazine and chat with staff.

Clutter ClubAdults

Tuesday, June 12, July 10, August 14,

6:30 p.m.

Keep that New Year's resolution to get

organized! Share tips, ideas and

techniques as we help each other

organize home, office and life. The club

meets the second Tuesday of every month.

Kids & Families

Dream Big - Read Summer Reading ProgramGrades Pre-K - 5

Saturday, June 23 - Saturday, August 4

Read on your own and be eligible for our

two prize drawings. Add a star to our

bulletin board for every book you read.

See details on page 3.

Summer CraftsGrades 1-5

Mondays, June 25, July 2, 9,16, 23, 30

3:30 p.m.

Make beautiful crafts with seasonal

materials.

Bedtime Story TimeAges 2 - 6

Mondays, June 25, July 2, 9, 23, 7 p.m.

Wear your pajamas and slippers for

stories, songs, rhymes and a simple craft.

Toddler TalesAges 18 - 36 months, with caregiver

Tuesdays, June 26, July 3,10,17, 24, 31

10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

Stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft.

Animal ShowAll ages


See systemwide programs on page 7.

Babies' PlaytimeAges Birth - 18 months, with caregiver

Wednesdays, June 27, July 11,18, 25,

August 1, 11 a.m.

Stories, songs and fingerplays followed by

free play.

Wimpy Kid Book ClubGrades 3 - 5


August 1, 4 p.m.

Discussion and activities related to the

Wimpy kid series. Snacks included. Stop

at the library in June to pick up your copy.

Story TimeAges 3 - 5

Thursdays, June 28, July 5,12,19, 26,

August 2, 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.


Stuffed Animal Camp OutAges 2 - 8



Lego WorkshopAges 6 – 12



Ice Cream PartyAll ages

Friday, July 20, 3 p.m.

Bellmawr's annual celebration. We

provide ice cream and toppings.

Registration is a must for this program.

Meet Elwood, "The Ugliest Dog In the World"All ages

Saturday, July 21, 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Everyone loves Elwood, winner of the

World's Ugliest Dog Contest! Elwood uses his

celebrity to help homeless animals by

spreading the message to "Be Kind To

Animals." He encourages people to adopt

animals from shelters and rescue groups.

OrigamiGrades 2 - 6


Learn the art of Japanese paper folding.

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Film ForumAdults 18 and older

Wednesdays, June 6,August 1, 6:30 p.m.

Light refreshments and stimulating conversation.

Call for titles.

MMerchantville BranchSignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-665-3128.

Adults

Kids & Families


Little Ones Playgroup Birth to 3 years and their caregivers

Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 12 noonMeet our youngest members and

make new friends! We have special books and toys too!

Little Ones PlaygroupBirth to 3 years and their caregiversSaturdays, 11 a.m. – 12 noonMeet our youngest members and makenew friends. We have special booksand toys too!

Mr. Malcolm presents: Life is but a DreamAll agesWednesday, June 6, 3:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Mad Science presents: Cosmic SpaceGrades PreK – 5Wednesday, June 13, 3:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Summer Model MagicGrades PreK – 5Wednesday, June 20, 2:30 p.m.Create the creatures of summer in clay.

Celebrate Your Red, White and Blue!Grades PreK – 5Wednesday, June 27, 2:30 p.m.Crafts using the patriotic colors of red,white and blue.

Jewelry Craft!Grades PreK – 5Wednesday, July 11, 2:30 p.m.Make and Take.

Book Marks to Go!Grades PreK – 5Wednesday, July 18, 2:30 p.m.Mark your place in your books with your creation.

Stuffed Animal Camp Out!Grades PreK – 5Wednesday, July 25, 2:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Kids & FamiliesMr. Malcolm Presents Ages 5 and up

Monday, July 30, 7 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

Sciencetellers: Dragons andDreamsGrades K - 5

Friday, August 3, 3 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

Teens & Tween sFifth Annual Beach Party Lock-In!Grades 7 through 12

Friday, June 15, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Fun, games, surprises, goodies! Kick-off

this summer's awesome programs with

our Fifth Annual Beach Party Lock-In!

Lego ManiacsGrades 6 and up

Wednesdays, June 20, August 1

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Make a cool Lego creation! Take

pictures of your creations since they are

displayed until the next meeting. We

always need Tween/Teen Volunteens!

Pizza PartyGrades 5 and 6

Friday, June 22, 4 - 7 p.m.

Kick-off our Summer Reading Programs

with a “You Own The Night” Pizza Party.

Teen Advisory Board MeetingGrades 6 and up

Thursdays, June 28, August 2, 4 - 5 p.m.

Join our Teen Advisory Board to help plan

activities at our branch. Volunteens

needed for August book sale. Volunteer

credit is always given. What can we do

next winter?!

Teen/Tween Tuesdays With Ms. BarbaraGrades 6 and up

Tuesdays, July 3,10,17, 24, 31, August 7

4 - 5 p.m.

Attend a session: craft class, art lesson,

T-shirt dying, Indian dance and more!

Master Chess Club with Umair and Mani3 - 4 p.m.

Wednesday, July 25, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Learn chess basics with Umair and Mani,

or stop by for some serious competition!

Robodyssey's Blind Bot's BluffCompetitionGrades 6 and up

Thursday, July 12, 4 - 6:30 p.m.

Learn to program and 'control' a

Robodyssey Robot using a laptop

computer! Participants will use their new

skills to program their Robots for a game

of Blind Bot's Bluff.


Wednesday, July 18, 6:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Phil McNulty's Comic BookWorkshopGrades 6-12

Thursday, July 19, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Illustrator Phil McNulty teaches how to tell

a story without words. By composing your

own comic book using elements of art

like design and storytelling.






Book Sale Boot CampGrades 6 and up

Tuesday, July 24, 4 - 5 p.m.

All Volunteens must attend this

mandatory meeting! Learn the ins and

outs of running our booksale: set-up, the

'art' of working with our customers,

breaking down the tables and enjoying

our end of book sale Pizza Party!

Community service hours are given for

time worked.

Picnic In JulyGrades 7 - 11

Friday, July 27, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Bring your beach blankets and flip flops!

Trivia contest, Wii games, relay races

and more!

Bellmawr Kids & Families continued

Book Buddies Reading ClubTween/Teen and Grades K - 3

Thursday, June 21, July 19, August 16,

4 - 5 p.m.

Be part of our Book Buddies Team.

It’s all about big kids helping little kids

learn to love to read. Community

service hours are given.

Pizza Bites Book

Discussion Group Grades 6 and up


Book discussions over pizza dnd desert!

July 11 Peak by Roland Smith

Peak loves to climb, but living in New

York City, the only things he can climb

are skyscrapers. After getting into

trouble, Peak is sent to live with his

famous mountaineer father in Thailand.

His Dad wants him to become the

youngest person to climb Mt. Everest.

Can Peak make its summit?

August 15 The City of Ember, by JeanneDuPrau, is the last refuge for the

human race. Now supplies are running

low and lights are beginning to flicker.

No one knows what lies beyond the

walls and everyone is too frightened to

find out. Can you survive?

Annual Teen/Tween Sponsored Book Sale

All agesThursday, August 9, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday, August 10, 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Saturday, August 11, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Love to read? Our Tween/Teen sponsored Book Sale has it all! Fiction, children's, young adult, mysteries and more!

Drumming WorkshopLegomaniaClub

April’s ArtAware Exhibit

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addon Township BranchHH Registration opens for all programs beginning three weeks prior to start date.

Teens & Tweens

Create Beautiful Eco-BowlsAges 12 and upThursday, July 5, 2 - 3:30 p.m.Go Green! And purple and red andbrown, and blue… with these gorgeousmulti-colored bowls made from recyledmagazines--for holding those specialthings, or giving as gifts.

Hunger Games PendantAges 12 and upTuesday, July 24, 6:30 - 8 p.m.Create a Hunger Games pendant using charms, beads, and your favorite Hunger Games quote.

Candy Sushi ChefsAges 12 and upWednesday, August 1, 2 - 3:30 p.m.Calling all sushi chefs! Create mouth-watering candy “sushi.” It’s colorful,looks like the real thing, and is a blast to make (and eat)!

The Magic of Chad JurosAll agesThursday, August 2, 10:30 a.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

Tween

Snack and

Read

Book ClubAges 9 - 14

Tuesdays, 4 - 5 p.m.Space is limited, registration required.

A free copy of the book is available atthe circulation desk when you register.

Snacks will be served.

June 19When You Reach Meby Rebecca Stead

“Book, pocket, bag, shoe,” the Laughing man would repeat the

words endlessly. And in a bookMiranda finds a note, and then another

note in her pocket, and then....Someone who knows her future is askingabout her past. How far do the rules of

time and space bend before she finds the answer?

July 17Poppy by Avi

Mr. Ocax the owl protects the mice thatlive in his territory, or so he says. All his

subjects must do is obey himunconditionally. But Poppy doesn’t trusthim and hasn’t since he ate her fiancé.

August 21The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of

Four Sisters, Two Rabbits and a Very Interesting Boyby Jeanne Birdsall

Join Rosalind, 12, Skye, 11, Jane, 10,Batty, 4, and their

absent-minded father on this dreamysummer vacation book.

FF erry Avenue BranchRiletta L. Cream Registration opens for all programs beginning three weeks prior to start date.


Mondays, June 25, July 23, August 20

11 – 12 noonBe a Teen volunteer! Pair up with

younger kids to show them thewonderful world of reading!

Sign up online the week before.

The Legomaniaclub meetseach month sochildren canexercise theircreativity. In April some of thosecreations were even featured at theArtAware exhibit.

Artwork fromelementary childrenthroughoutCamden isfeatured on everywall of the FerryAve. Branch aspart of theArtAware Exhibit.

Kids’ YogaClasses

Students at Ferry Ave Branch doing yoga. Each Friday in March a yoga teacherfrom Yogawood Studio in Collingswood came to the library to teach yoga and meditation. He also brought different fruit for the students to sample. The studentsenjoyed their time studying and look forward to his return.

SignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-342-9789SignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-854-2752

The World Drumming Workshop washeld at the Ferry Avenue Branch onApril 11. The children who attendedlearned about the history of drums andtheir use in various cultures for bothcommunication and recreationthroughout the world.

Teen ClubAges 12 and up

Thursdays,

June 21, July 19, August 16

2 - 3 p.m.

Review books, create

art projects,

and plan library activities...

- but why stop there?

This is your club.

Come plan its future!

Find Your Inner PoetAges 12 and upWednesday, June 27, 2 - 3:30 p.m.Writer’s block got you down? Get

going with a“Found Poetry”workshop. Findwords andphrases in

magazines andbooks and cut them out. (Yep,

you’ll get to cut up books!) Thenarrange them however you like tocreate your poetic masterpiece.

The Secret Language of DreamsAges 12 and up Thursday, July 12, 6:30 - 8 p.m. What does it mean if you fly in your dreams? Learn the secretmeanings behind these and other dreams while creating abeautiful “Dream Journal” of your own.

AdultsThe Motown SoundAdultsSaturday, June 16, 1 p.m.See page 3 for details.

Adults Yahoo! EmailAdultsMondays, June 11, August 13, Tuesday, July 10, 10 a.m.Register for a free email account. Learnto communicate with family and friendsby email. Email is also essential whenapplying for jobs now. Space is limited.

Microsoft WordAdultsTuesdays June 12, August 14, Monday, July 9, 10 a.m.Learn the basics of one of the most usefuland popular word processing programs.Create letters, documents, and othercommunications with a professional lookand style. Space is limited. Register early.

Kids & FamiliesGame DayGrades 2 - 7Fridays, June 8, July 13, August 10, 3 - 4:30 p.m.Play our Nintendo Wii on the big screen! Ifyou have one bring your DS or PSP toplay between turns.

Legomania ClubGrades 2 and upTuesdays, June 26, July 24, August 28, 3 - 4:30 p.m.Make new friends while you create andplay with Legos provided by the library.

Pajama StorytimeAll AgesMonday, August 6, 6:30 p.m.Wear your coziest PJs, bring a furry stuffedanimal, and enjoy some great stories!

The Magic of Chad JurosAll AgesTuesday, July 31, August 28, 6 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

The Magical Adventures of theDream WeaverGrades Pre K - 5Wednesday, July 18, 3 p.m. Local author and storyteller Don Dougherty, of Classroom AdventureStories, visits our library this summer. See systemwide programs on page 7.

Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12 Wednesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Stuffed Animal Camp Out!Ages 4 - 9Monday, July 2 at 6:30 p.m. You and your favorite stuffed animal areinvited to enjoy a summer camp out atyour local branch. See systemwide programs on page 7.

Teens & TweensGame DayGrades 2 - 7Fridays, June 8, July 13, August 10 3 - 4:30 p.m.Play our Nintendo Wii on the big screen! If you have one bring your DS or PSP toplay between turns.

Teen Game NightGrades 6 - 12Mondays, June 11, July 16, August 136 - 7:30 p.m.Play our Nintendo Wii on the big screen! If you have one, bring your DS or PSP toplay between turns.

AdultsBook CaféAdultsThursdays, June 7, July 12, August 2, 2 p.m.Join us as we discuss what we’ve beenreading, play literary games, and enjoylight refreshments.

Seniors on the WebSeniorsFriday, June 8, or July 13, or August 1010:15 a.m. – 12 noonLearn basic computer skills while havingfun. No previous experience necessary.Call to sign up, and we will remind youwhen it’s your turn to take the class.

The Speculative ReaderAdult Book Club Tuesdays, June 12, July 10, August 14 7 – 8:30 p.m.See page 4 for details.

Adult Summer Reading Program:Between the CoversSaturdays, June 23 - August 4Fill out a book review form each week tobe entered into our weekly giveawaydrawing.

Gold in Your Attic? Evaluating Collectable BooksAdultsTuesday, June 26, 7 p.m.Wondering if there's gold in your attic?Local antiquarian bookseller DanGregory of Between the Covers willdiscuss how booksellers determine thevalue of collectable books.

Fourth Thursday Evening BookDiscussion GroupThursdays, June 28, July 26, August 237:15 - 8:45 p.m.See page 4 for details.

Summer Music Classics All agesWednesday, August 15, 7:30 p.m.The Haddonfield Cello Society presentsclassical, show, and popular tunes.

Kid s& FamiliesTeddy Bear TimeAges 12 - 36 monthsThursdays, June 7, 14, July 5, 12, August 9, 16, 10:30 a.m.Books, songs and felt board fun for youand your toddler.

Lego ClubAges 8 - 12Mondays, June 11, July 9, August 13 4 p.m.A box full of little plastic blocks canbecome rockets, castles, robots orwhatever you can envision. Lego Clubhelps exercise your imagination!

FirefliesAges 6 - 8Mondays, June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 2 p.m.Flitting from book to book, we’ll work ourway through a summer of stories, craftsand fun.

Star LightAges 3 - 5

Tuesdays, June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:30 a.m.

Stars above, earth below, andthings that go bump in the night.Books to read, crafts to make, this

story time’s just right!

Dream WeaversAges 9 - 12Tuesdays, June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 2 p.m.Dream about all the things we’ll do - fromlive “Angry Birds,” to futuristic art projects,to stories that set your imagination on fire.

Patchwork QuiltAges 6 and upWednesday, July 11 and 18, 2 - 3:30 p.m.Cuddle up and dream under a kid-sizedquilt that you make. We supply thepatches, you supply the work. The results:a labor of love in just two weeks.Participants must be able to thread aneedle and tie a knot. Class size islimited, registration required.

Haddon RunwayOpen to Families of all ages Monday, July 16, 7 p.m.Have you dreamed of competing on“Project Runway” or designing a fabulousdress for the red carpet? Here’s yourchance! Using some nifty little templates,we will be making paper creations for ourown “Haddon Runway.”

The Magical Adventures of theDream WeaverGrades PreK - 5Wednesday, July 18, 7 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12Thursday, July 26, 4 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Cosmic SpaceGrades K-5Tuesday, July 31, 7 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.


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addon Township BranchHHRegistration opens for all programs beginning three weeks prior to start date.

Grades K - 5Monday, July 9, 6 p.m. Mad Science presents a voyage forinquiring minds interested in discoveringSpace. The mission: to take an excitinglook at planets, moons, comets, and thestars. We will boldly go where youngspace fanatics love to go - space suits notrequired. Participants will return from theirmission with their own piece of the sky!See systemwide programs on page 7.

CosmicSpace

Book BuddiesAges 5 - 7


11 - 12 noonBring your child to the library to

pair up with a great teenager forreading, games and prizes. Parents

must stay in the library during the program.


AdultsBowling the Wii WayAdultsFridays, June 1, 15, July 6, 27,August 10, 24, 2:30 p.m.Beginners are welcome as we bowl andplay Wii games for fun and exercise.

The Motown SoundAdultsTuesday, June 19, 7 p.m.See page 3 for details.

Kids & FamiiesB-I-N-G-OGrades 1-5Mondays, June 4, July 2, 4 p.m.All new age group! All new prizes!

Crafts for KidsGrades 1-3Wednesdays, June 6, July 11, August 8 4 p.m.Seasonal crafts to take home or give to afriend or loved one.

Evening Story TimeAges 3-5 with caregiverThursdays, June 7, July 5, August 9 6:30 p.m.Wear jammies and bring a favoritestuffed animal for bedtime stories at the library.

Legos @ the LibraryGrades 1-3Mondays, June 11, July 9, 4 p.m.We provide the Legos, you provide theimagination. See “Lego Workshop” for aspecial Lego event in August!

Toddler TimeAges 18-36 months with caregiverTuesdays, June 12, 19, July 10,17, August 710:15 and 11:30 a.m.Stories, songs, and more!

Story TimeAges 3-5 with caregiverWednesdays, June 13, 20, July 18 , 25, August 8, 10:15 and 11:30 a.m.Stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Wiggles & GigglesAges 6-18 months with caregiverSaturdays, June 15, July 20, 10:30 a.m.Introduce your little one to the library withsongs, stories, and socialization.

Games GaloreGrades 1-3Mondays, June 18, July 16, August 6 4 p.m.Play board games, card games, or onthe Wii or our new X-Box Kinect. Just play!

OKST!

Grades K-3Mondays, June 25, July 23, 2:30 p.m.Big kids love stories too, and our Older KidStory Time is just the right way to start offyour early elementary student’s SummerReading season. Stories, crafts, andgames are the focus of this specialsummer program.

Animal ShowAll agesWednesday, June 27, 2 p.m.Colette Bogie has been giving rescuedanimals a loving home for over 15 years.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Friday Morning Dance PartyAges 18 months - 5 yearsFridays, June 29, July 27, 10:30 a.m.Start your day with music and movementand shake it out with Miss Allie!

Stuffed Animal Camp OutAges 18 months - 5 yearsThursday, July 12, 6:30 p.m. Stuffed animal pick-up Saturday, July 14, between 10 a.m. – 12 noon ONLY.See systemwide programs on page 7.

The Magical Adventures of theDream WeaverGrades PreK – 5Friday, July 20, 2:30 p.m.


Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12Wednesday, August 1, 6:30 p.m. See systemwide programs on page 7.

The Magic of Chad JurosAll agesThursday, August 2, 2:30 p.m.See system wide programs on page 6.

Fairy Tale FunAges 18 months to 5 yearsSaturday, August 4, 10:30 a.m.Calling all princes and princesses for aroyally good time! We will have food,games, crafts, and stories.

All Aboard!Ages 18 months - 5 years

Saturday, June 23, 10:30 a.m.

Toddlers and PreKs kick off summer reading with a

train-themed party. Snacks,crafts, games, and stories willbe sure to start the season on

the right track.

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GGloucester Township BranchSignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-228-0022


Teens & TweensTween Lego ClubGrades 4 – 12Wednesdays, June 13 and July 11 6:30 p.m.Come to the library for a buildingchallenge. Each month we will have atheme to challenge the imagination –what will you build?

Get Your Game ON!Grades 4 – 12Wednesdays, June 20, July 18, August 86:30 p.m.Wild about Wii? Batty for board games?This program is for you!

Wreck Your JournalGrades 4 – 12Monday, June 25, 6:30 p.m.Unleash your creative spirit in a verydifferent way – we will be artistically“wrecking” homemade journals. In thisfun and messy program we will bepracticing different art techniques onjournal pages. Dress appropriately. Thisproject will continue throughout thesummer with new ideas on how to“wreck” your journal each week. Snacksand sounds will be provided.

Night at the MoviesGrades 4 - 12Wednesdays, June 27, July 25, 6 p.m.Come to the library for a fun night ofpopcorn and a movie just for teens and tweens.

Crafty Tweens & TeensGrades 4 – 12Monday, July 9, 6:30 p.m.Get crafty and creative at the library!

Polymer Clay CraftGrades 4 – 12Saturday, July 14, 3 p.m.Polymer clay is a fun, colorful modelingclay that can be hardened in an oven. In this introduction to polymer clay, artistAndrea Pinkus will teach you how tosculpt and decorate funny pet birds.

Phil McNulty’s Comic BookWorkshopGrades 4 -12Thursday, July 19, 4 p.m.Illustrator Phil McNulty teaches how to tella story without words. By composing yourown comic book using elements of artlike design and storytelling.

Henna for TeensAges 12-18Thursday, July 26, 4:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Zombie Summer Reading Lock-InGrades 4 -12, Friday, August 3 5 - 9 p.m.For all those who have activelyparticipated in summer reading – you are in for a spine tingling treat!We will be having a Zombie Lock-In afterthe library closes! We will be playingZombie games, applying Zombiemakeup and eating lots of Zombiesnacks…all to get ready for the “ZombieApocalypse.” This is a very limited sizeprogram so pre-registration with apermission slip is a must!



Third Thursday Book ChatAdults

Thursdays, June 21, July 19, Aug 16, 10:30 a.m.

See page 4 for details

June 21: Fiction The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde

July 19: FictionThe Guernsey Literary and

Potato Peel Pie Societyby Mary Ann Shaffer

Aug 16: Nonfiction Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck

Book BuddiesAges 3-5 and Grades 4-8

Tuesdays, June 26 , July 31, 3:45 p.m.Tweens and teens get paired up

with a preschool buddy for stories,games and crafts.

Saturday, April 14th, was an exciting day at the Gloucester Township branch of the Camden County Library whenpresenter Pamela Ward of Forward Arts LLC brought in drums and other percussion instruments to teach patrons about thehistory and joys of drumming. Beginning with rhythmic clapping and ending with a rousing call-and-response session,adults and children alike had a fantastic time showing off their newly-learned skills.

Presenter Pamela Ward had different groups playing different beats to

create a surprisingly wonderful sound.Presenter Pamela Ward from

Forward Arts takes questions

from the group.

Joys of Drum›

AdultsBowling the Wii WayAdultsFridays, June 1, 15, July 6, 27,August 10, 24, 2:30 p.m.Beginners are welcome as we bowl andplay Wii games for fun and exercise.

The Motown SoundAdultsTuesday, June 19, 7 p.m.See page 3 for details.

Kids & FamiiesB-I-N-G-OGrades 1-5Mondays, June 4, July 2, 4 p.m.All new age group! All new prizes!

Crafts for KidsGrades 1-3Wednesdays, June 6, July 11, August 8 4 p.m.Seasonal crafts to take home or give to afriend or loved one.

Evening Story TimeAges 3-5 with caregiverThursdays, June 7, July 5, August 9 6:30 p.m.Wear jammies and bring a favoritestuffed animal for bedtime stories at the library.

Legos @ the LibraryGrades 1-3Mondays, June 11, July 9, 4 p.m.We provide the Legos, you provide theimagination. See “Lego Workshop” for aspecial Lego event in August!

Toddler TimeAges 18-36 months with caregiverTuesdays, June 12, 19, July 10,17, August 710:15 and 11:30 a.m.Stories, songs, and more!

Story TimeAges 3-5 with caregiverWednesdays, June 13, 20, July 18 , 25, August 8, 10:15 and 11:30 a.m.Stories, songs, crafts, and more!

Wiggles & GigglesAges 6-18 months with caregiverSaturdays, June 15, July 20, 10:30 a.m.Introduce your little one to the library withsongs, stories, and socialization.

Games GaloreGrades 1-3Mondays, June 18, July 16, August 6 4 p.m.Play board games, card games, or onthe Wii or our new X-Box Kinect. Just play!

OKST!

Grades K-3Mondays, June 25, July 23, 2:30 p.m.Big kids love stories too, and our Older KidStory Time is just the right way to start offyour early elementary student’s SummerReading season. Stories, crafts, andgames are the focus of this specialsummer program.

Animal ShowAll agesWednesday, June 27, 2 p.m.Colette Bogie has been giving rescuedanimals a loving home for over 15 years.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Friday Morning Dance PartyAges 18 months - 5 yearsFridays, June 29, July 27, 10:30 a.m.Start your day with music and movementand shake it out with Miss Allie!

Stuffed Animal Camp OutAges 18 months - 5 yearsThursday, July 12, 6:30 p.m. Stuffed animal pick-up Saturday, July 14, between 10 a.m. – 12 noon ONLY.See systemwide programs on page 7.

The Magical Adventures of theDream WeaverGrades PreK – 5Friday, July 20, 2:30 p.m.


Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12Wednesday, August 1, 6:30 p.m. See systemwide programs on page 7.

The Magic of Chad JurosAll agesThursday, August 2, 2:30 p.m.See system wide programs on page 6.

Fairy Tale FunAges 18 months to 5 yearsSaturday, August 4, 10:30 a.m.Calling all princes and princesses for aroyally good time! We will have food,games, crafts, and stories.

All Aboard!Ages 18 months - 5 years

Saturday, June 23, 10:30 a.m.

Toddlers and PreKs kick off summer reading with a

train-themed party. Snacks,crafts, games, and stories willbe sure to start the season on

the right track.

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Teens & TweensTween Lego ClubGrades 4 – 12Wednesdays, June 13 and July 11 6:30 p.m.Come to the library for a buildingchallenge. Each month we will have atheme to challenge the imagination –what will you build?

Get Your Game ON!Grades 4 – 12Wednesdays, June 20, July 18, August 86:30 p.m.Wild about Wii? Batty for board games?This program is for you!

Wreck Your JournalGrades 4 – 12Monday, June 25, 6:30 p.m.Unleash your creative spirit in a verydifferent way – we will be artistically“wrecking” homemade journals. In thisfun and messy program we will bepracticing different art techniques onjournal pages. Dress appropriately. Thisproject will continue throughout thesummer with new ideas on how to“wreck” your journal each week. Snacksand sounds will be provided.

Night at the MoviesGrades 4 - 12Wednesdays, June 27, July 25, 6 p.m.Come to the library for a fun night ofpopcorn and a movie just for teens and tweens.

Crafty Tweens & TeensGrades 4 – 12Monday, July 9, 6:30 p.m.Get crafty and creative at the library!

Polymer Clay CraftGrades 4 – 12Saturday, July 14, 3 p.m.Polymer clay is a fun, colorful modelingclay that can be hardened in an oven. In this introduction to polymer clay, artistAndrea Pinkus will teach you how tosculpt and decorate funny pet birds.

Phil McNulty’s Comic BookWorkshopGrades 4 -12Thursday, July 19, 4 p.m.Illustrator Phil McNulty teaches how to tella story without words. By composing yourown comic book using elements of artlike design and storytelling.

Henna for TeensAges 12-18Thursday, July 26, 4:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Zombie Summer Reading Lock-InGrades 4 -12, Friday, August 3 5 - 9 p.m.For all those who have activelyparticipated in summer reading – you are in for a spine tingling treat!We will be having a Zombie Lock-In afterthe library closes! We will be playingZombie games, applying Zombiemakeup and eating lots of Zombiesnacks…all to get ready for the “ZombieApocalypse.” This is a very limited sizeprogram so pre-registration with apermission slip is a must!



Third Thursday Book ChatAdults

Thursdays, June 21, July 19, Aug 16, 10:30 a.m.

See page 4 for details

June 21: Fiction The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde

July 19: FictionThe Guernsey Literary and

Potato Peel Pie Societyby Mary Ann Shaffer

Aug 16: Nonfiction Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck

Book BuddiesAges 3-5 and Grades 4-8

Tuesdays, June 26 , July 31, 3:45 p.m.Tweens and teens get paired up

with a preschool buddy for stories,games and crafts.

Saturday, April 14th, was an exciting day at the Gloucester Township branch of the Camden County Library whenpresenter Pamela Ward of Forward Arts LLC brought in drums and other percussion instruments to teach patrons about thehistory and joys of drumming. Beginning with rhythmic clapping and ending with a rousing call-and-response session,adults and children alike had a fantastic time showing off their newly-learned skills.

Presenter Pamela Ward had different groups playing different beats to

create a surprisingly wonderful sound.Presenter Pamela Ward from

Forward Arts takes questions

from the group.

Joys of Drum›

AdultsThe Motown SoundAdultsSaturday, June 16, 1 p.m.See page 3 for details.

Adults Yahoo! EmailAdultsMondays, June 11, August 13, Tuesday, July 10, 10 a.m.Register for a free email account. Learnto communicate with family and friendsby email. Email is also essential whenapplying for jobs now. Space is limited.

Microsoft WordAdultsTuesdays June 12, August 14, Monday, July 9, 10 a.m.Learn the basics of one of the most usefuland popular word processing programs.Create letters, documents, and othercommunications with a professional lookand style. Space is limited. Register early.

Kids & FamiliesGame DayGrades 2 - 7Fridays, June 8, July 13, August 10, 3 - 4:30 p.m.Play our Nintendo Wii on the big screen! Ifyou have one bring your DS or PSP toplay between turns.

Legomania ClubGrades 2 and upTuesdays, June 26, July 24, August 28, 3 - 4:30 p.m.Make new friends while you create andplay with Legos provided by the library.

Pajama StorytimeAll AgesMonday, August 6, 6:30 p.m.Wear your coziest PJs, bring a furry stuffedanimal, and enjoy some great stories!

The Magic of Chad JurosAll AgesTuesday, July 31, August 28, 6 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

The Magical Adventures of theDream WeaverGrades Pre K - 5Wednesday, July 18, 3 p.m. Local author and storyteller Don Dougherty, of Classroom AdventureStories, visits our library this summer. See systemwide programs on page 7.

Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12 Wednesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Stuffed Animal Camp Out!Ages 4 - 9Monday, July 2 at 6:30 p.m. You and your favorite stuffed animal areinvited to enjoy a summer camp out atyour local branch. See systemwide programs on page 7.

Teens & TweensGame DayGrades 2 - 7Fridays, June 8, July 13, August 10 3 - 4:30 p.m.Play our Nintendo Wii on the big screen! If you have one bring your DS or PSP toplay between turns.

Teen Game NightGrades 6 - 12Mondays, June 11, July 16, August 136 - 7:30 p.m.Play our Nintendo Wii on the big screen! If you have one, bring your DS or PSP toplay between turns.

AdultsBook CaféAdultsThursdays, June 7, July 12, August 2, 2 p.m.Join us as we discuss what we’ve beenreading, play literary games, and enjoylight refreshments.

Seniors on the WebSeniorsFriday, June 8, or July 13, or August 1010:15 a.m. – 12 noonLearn basic computer skills while havingfun. No previous experience necessary.Call to sign up, and we will remind youwhen it’s your turn to take the class.

The Speculative ReaderAdult Book Club Tuesdays, June 12, July 10, August 14 7 – 8:30 p.m.See page 4 for details.

Adult Summer Reading Program:Between the CoversSaturdays, June 23 - August 4Fill out a book review form each week tobe entered into our weekly giveawaydrawing.

Gold in Your Attic? Evaluating Collectable BooksAdultsTuesday, June 26, 7 p.m.Wondering if there's gold in your attic?Local antiquarian bookseller DanGregory of Between the Covers willdiscuss how booksellers determine thevalue of collectable books.

Fourth Thursday Evening BookDiscussion GroupThursdays, June 28, July 26, August 237:15 - 8:45 p.m.See page 4 for details.

Summer Music Classics All agesWednesday, August 15, 7:30 p.m.The Haddonfield Cello Society presentsclassical, show, and popular tunes.

Kid s& FamiliesTeddy Bear TimeAges 12 - 36 monthsThursdays, June 7, 14, July 5, 12, August 9, 16, 10:30 a.m.Books, songs and felt board fun for youand your toddler.

Lego ClubAges 8 - 12Mondays, June 11, July 9, August 13 4 p.m.A box full of little plastic blocks canbecome rockets, castles, robots orwhatever you can envision. Lego Clubhelps exercise your imagination!

FirefliesAges 6 - 8Mondays, June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 2 p.m.Flitting from book to book, we’ll work ourway through a summer of stories, craftsand fun.

Star LightAges 3 - 5

Tuesdays, June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:30 a.m.

Stars above, earth below, andthings that go bump in the night.Books to read, crafts to make, this

story time’s just right!

Dream WeaversAges 9 - 12Tuesdays, June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 2 p.m.Dream about all the things we’ll do - fromlive “Angry Birds,” to futuristic art projects,to stories that set your imagination on fire.

Patchwork QuiltAges 6 and upWednesday, July 11 and 18, 2 - 3:30 p.m.Cuddle up and dream under a kid-sizedquilt that you make. We supply thepatches, you supply the work. The results:a labor of love in just two weeks.Participants must be able to thread aneedle and tie a knot. Class size islimited, registration required.

Haddon RunwayOpen to Families of all ages Monday, July 16, 7 p.m.Have you dreamed of competing on“Project Runway” or designing a fabulousdress for the red carpet? Here’s yourchance! Using some nifty little templates,we will be making paper creations for ourown “Haddon Runway.”

The Magical Adventures of theDream WeaverGrades PreK - 5Wednesday, July 18, 7 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12Thursday, July 26, 4 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Cosmic SpaceGrades K-5Tuesday, July 31, 7 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.


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addon Township BranchHHRegistration opens for all programs beginning three weeks prior to start date.

Grades K - 5Monday, July 9, 6 p.m. Mad Science presents a voyage forinquiring minds interested in discoveringSpace. The mission: to take an excitinglook at planets, moons, comets, and thestars. We will boldly go where youngspace fanatics love to go - space suits notrequired. Participants will return from theirmission with their own piece of the sky!See systemwide programs on page 7.

CosmicSpace

Book BuddiesAges 5 - 7


11 - 12 noonBring your child to the library to

pair up with a great teenager forreading, games and prizes. Parents

must stay in the library during the program.


Drumming WorkshopLegomaniaClub

April’s ArtAware Exhibit

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addon Township BranchHH Registration opens for all programs beginning three weeks prior to start date.

Teens & Tweens

Create Beautiful Eco-BowlsAges 12 and upThursday, July 5, 2 - 3:30 p.m.Go Green! And purple and red andbrown, and blue… with these gorgeousmulti-colored bowls made from recyledmagazines--for holding those specialthings, or giving as gifts.

Hunger Games PendantAges 12 and upTuesday, July 24, 6:30 - 8 p.m.Create a Hunger Games pendant using charms, beads, and your favorite Hunger Games quote.

Candy Sushi ChefsAges 12 and upWednesday, August 1, 2 - 3:30 p.m.Calling all sushi chefs! Create mouth-watering candy “sushi.” It’s colorful,looks like the real thing, and is a blast to make (and eat)!


Tween

Snack and

Read

Book ClubAges 9 - 14

Tuesdays, 4 - 5 p.m.Space is limited, registration required.

A free copy of the book is available atthe circulation desk when you register.

Snacks will be served.

June 19When You Reach Meby Rebecca Stead

“Book, pocket, bag, shoe,” the Laughing man would repeat the

words endlessly. And in a bookMiranda finds a note, and then another

note in her pocket, and then....Someone who knows her future is askingabout her past. How far do the rules of

time and space bend before she finds the answer?

July 17Poppy by Avi

Mr. Ocax the owl protects the mice thatlive in his territory, or so he says. All his

subjects must do is obey himunconditionally. But Poppy doesn’t trusthim and hasn’t since he ate her fiancé.

August 21The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of

Four Sisters, Two Rabbits and a Very Interesting Boyby Jeanne Birdsall

Join Rosalind, 12, Skye, 11, Jane, 10,Batty, 4, and their

absent-minded father on this dreamysummer vacation book.



Mondays, June 25, July 23, August 20

11 – 12 noonBe a Teen volunteer! Pair up with

younger kids to show them thewonderful world of reading!

Sign up online the week before.

The Legomaniaclub meetseach month sochildren canexercise theircreativity. In April some of thosecreations were even featured at theArtAware exhibit.

Artwork fromelementary childrenthroughoutCamden isfeatured on everywall of the FerryAve. Branch aspart of theArtAware Exhibit.

Kids’ YogaClasses

Students at Ferry Ave Branch doing yoga. Each Friday in March a yoga teacherfrom Yogawood Studio in Collingswood came to the library to teach yoga and meditation. He also brought different fruit for the students to sample. The studentsenjoyed their time studying and look forward to his return.


The World Drumming Workshop washeld at the Ferry Avenue Branch onApril 11. The children who attendedlearned about the history of drums andtheir use in various cultures for bothcommunication and recreationthroughout the world.

Teen ClubAges 12 and up

Thursdays,

June 21, July 19, August 16

2 - 3 p.m.

Review books, create

art projects,

and plan library activities...

- but why stop there?

This is your club.

Come plan its future!

Find Your Inner PoetAges 12 and upWednesday, June 27, 2 - 3:30 p.m.Writer’s block got you down? Get

going with a“Found Poetry”workshop. Findwords andphrases in

magazines andbooks and cut them out. (Yep,

you’ll get to cut up books!) Thenarrange them however you like tocreate your poetic masterpiece.

The Secret Language of DreamsAges 12 and up Thursday, July 12, 6:30 - 8 p.m. What does it mean if you fly in your dreams? Learn the secretmeanings behind these and other dreams while creating abeautiful “Dream Journal” of your own.

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Film ForumAdults 18 and older

Wednesdays, June 6,August 1, 6:30 p.m.

Light refreshments and stimulating conversation.

Call for titles.

MMerchantville BranchSignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-665-3128.

Adults

Kids & Families


Little Ones Playgroup Birth to 3 years and their caregivers

Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 12 noonMeet our youngest members and

make new friends! We have special books and toys too!

Little Ones PlaygroupBirth to 3 years and their caregiversSaturdays, 11 a.m. – 12 noonMeet our youngest members and makenew friends. We have special booksand toys too!

Mr. Malcolm presents: Life is but a DreamAll agesWednesday, June 6, 3:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Mad Science presents: Cosmic SpaceGrades PreK – 5Wednesday, June 13, 3:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Summer Model MagicGrades PreK – 5Wednesday, June 20, 2:30 p.m.Create the creatures of summer in clay.

Celebrate Your Red, White and Blue!Grades PreK – 5Wednesday, June 27, 2:30 p.m.Crafts using the patriotic colors of red,white and blue.

Jewelry Craft!Grades PreK – 5Wednesday, July 11, 2:30 p.m.Make and Take.

Book Marks to Go!Grades PreK – 5Wednesday, July 18, 2:30 p.m.Mark your place in your books with your creation.

Stuffed Animal Camp Out!Grades PreK – 5Wednesday, July 25, 2:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Kids & FamiliesMr. Malcolm Presents Ages 5 and up

Monday, July 30, 7 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

Sciencetellers: Dragons andDreamsGrades K - 5

Friday, August 3, 3 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

Teens & Tween sFifth Annual Beach Party Lock-In!Grades 7 through 12

Friday, June 15, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Fun, games, surprises, goodies! Kick-off

this summer's awesome programs with

our Fifth Annual Beach Party Lock-In!

Lego ManiacsGrades 6 and up

Wednesdays, June 20, August 1

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Make a cool Lego creation! Take

pictures of your creations since they are

displayed until the next meeting. We

always need Tween/Teen Volunteens!

Pizza PartyGrades 5 and 6

Friday, June 22, 4 - 7 p.m.

Kick-off our Summer Reading Programs

with a “You Own The Night” Pizza Party.

Teen Advisory Board MeetingGrades 6 and up

Thursdays, June 28, August 2, 4 - 5 p.m.

Join our Teen Advisory Board to help plan

activities at our branch. Volunteens

needed for August book sale. Volunteer

credit is always given. What can we do

next winter?!

Teen/Tween Tuesdays With Ms. BarbaraGrades 6 and up

Tuesdays, July 3,10,17, 24, 31, August 7

4 - 5 p.m.

Attend a session: craft class, art lesson,

T-shirt dying, Indian dance and more!

Master Chess Club with Umair and Mani3 - 4 p.m.

Wednesday, July 25, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Learn chess basics with Umair and Mani,

or stop by for some serious competition!

Robodyssey's Blind Bot's BluffCompetitionGrades 6 and up

Thursday, July 12, 4 - 6:30 p.m.

Learn to program and 'control' a

Robodyssey Robot using a laptop

computer! Participants will use their new

skills to program their Robots for a game

of Blind Bot's Bluff.


Wednesday, July 18, 6:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Phil McNulty's Comic BookWorkshopGrades 6-12

Thursday, July 19, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Illustrator Phil McNulty teaches how to tell

a story without words. By composing your

own comic book using elements of art

like design and storytelling.






Book Sale Boot CampGrades 6 and up

Tuesday, July 24, 4 - 5 p.m.

All Volunteens must attend this

mandatory meeting! Learn the ins and

outs of running our booksale: set-up, the

'art' of working with our customers,

breaking down the tables and enjoying

our end of book sale Pizza Party!

Community service hours are given for

time worked.

Picnic In JulyGrades 7 - 11

Friday, July 27, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Bring your beach blankets and flip flops!

Trivia contest, Wii games, relay races

and more!

Bellmawr Kids & Families continued

Book Buddies Reading ClubTween/Teen and Grades K - 3

Thursday, June 21, July 19, August 16,

4 - 5 p.m.

Be part of our Book Buddies Team.

It’s all about big kids helping little kids

learn to love to read. Community

service hours are given.

Pizza Bites Book

Discussion Group Grades 6 and up


Book discussions over pizza dnd desert!

July 11 Peak by Roland Smith

Peak loves to climb, but living in New

York City, the only things he can climb

are skyscrapers. After getting into

trouble, Peak is sent to live with his

famous mountaineer father in Thailand.

His Dad wants him to become the

youngest person to climb Mt. Everest.

Can Peak make its summit?

August 15 The City of Ember, by JeanneDuPrau, is the last refuge for the

human race. Now supplies are running

low and lights are beginning to flicker.

No one knows what lies beyond the

walls and everyone is too frightened to

find out. Can you survive?

Annual Teen/Tween Sponsored Book Sale

All agesThursday, August 9, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday, August 10, 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Saturday, August 11, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Love to read? Our Tween/Teen sponsored Book Sale has it all! Fiction, children's, young adult, mysteries and more!

David LisaAssociate DirectorVogelson

The Walking Dead,Volume 15: WeFind Ourselvesby Robert Kirkman,Charles Adlard,Cliff Rathburn

Image Comics –Skybound

AMC TV’s new series The Walking Dead,which just completed its secondseason, is a bona fide hit, earning thehighest ratings for any basic cable TVseries, according to the network. Butthat’s only part of the story.

You can experience the origin of theplucky group of survivors of the zombieapocalypse in the pages of TheWalking Dead comic book, written byRobert Kirkman and published monthlyby Image Comics. It’s gathered intographic novel reprint format every 6issues or so. The Camden CountyLibrary System owns almost all of the 15trade paperback volumes of the storyso far.

You can read the graphic novelcompletely on its own if you wish, as it isone of the best monthly comic bookseries currently being published. Sincethe TV series occasionally diverges fromthe storyline in the comics, an extraadded dimension of reading thegraphic novels is recognizing thosestoryline differences and talking withother fans about it.

Volume 15 of the graphic novel reprintscovers numbers 85-90 of the comicbook series and proceeds from astunningly major cliffhanger in thesaga. It finds the crew of survivorsstruggling to rebuild their communityand reinforce their safety againsthordes of zombies. Many of thecharacters also have major obstaclesto overcome in their personal lives, andthis makes for some very dramaticsituations.

If you are not already a fan of The Walking Dead comics, now is theperfect time to come on board andfollow as the television series continuesits streak of popularity.

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Carissa SchanelySenior LibraryAssistantRutgers-Camden

BOY 21, a YAnovel byMatthew Quick

Quick, a South Jersey native, is anauthor of both YA and adult fiction.BOY 21, like Quick’s other novels,delves into the psyches of fascinating,flawed, and memorable characters asthey try to find their way through life.Finley, the main character of BOY 21, isa high-school basketball player who istorn amongst his familial duties, hiscoach, his team, his mysterious newfriend, and his girlfriend. He must moveforward, but to do so, Finley, his friends,and his family must first confront thepast and the dark memories thatconstrain their world. The surprisingconclusion is both heart-wrenchingand perfectly satisfying.

Cindy Spino and

Ann Marie Latini

Gloucester Twp.

Branch

Thunder andRain byCharles Martin

We loved this

book!!! Tyler Steele is part of a dying

breed – an American cowboy who still

believes in the good in people and his

responsibility to help those who can’t

help themselves. One night he meets

Sam and her daughter Hope. They

are desperately out of luck and in

need of help and Tyler just can’t walk

away, despite his own trials and

tribulations. This is a great read that

makes you believe there may still be

heroes in the world.

Staff Picks

Library Mouse, A World to Exploreby Daniel Kirk

Eve Brown, Merchantville BranchManager, sitting in front of lots of"Buckets Full of Fun" summer readingprizes, recommends a great Easysummer read for ages 6 and up.

Sue MulhollandTechnical ServicesVogelson Branch

May the RoadRise Up to MeetYouby Peter Troy

Published in February of this year,Troy’s debut novel is historical fictionat its best.

Spanning the first major wave of Irishimmigration to New York through theend of the Civil War, this is anengrossing, epic American dramatold from four different perspectives:Ethan McOwen, an Irish immigrantwho faces growing up in Brooklynand the Five Points and is among thefirst to join the famed Irish Brigadeduring the Civil War; Marcella, notyour run-of-the-mill society girl fromSpain who becomes a passionateabolitionist; Mary, a gifted seamstress,and Micah, a remarkable carpenterand craftsman, both southern slaveswho embark on a tumultuous path tofreedom. Each character is so well-written, I couldn’t wait to read whathappened to them next. All fourstories come together slowly andeventually collide.

Pick it up if you’re in the mood for afun, engrossing and educationalread. It has everything: greatcharacters, love, war, and history. I couldn’t put it down.

BBellmawr Branch SignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-931-1400.


Book Buddies Reading ClubGrades K - 3 and Tween/Teen

Thursdays, June 21, July 19

August 16, 4 - 5 p.m.

Bring your child to the library topair up with a great teenager for

reading, games and prizes. Parentsmust stay in the library during

the program.

Annual Teen/Tween SponsoredBook Sale

See page 11.

Library Detectives Book Discussion Group

Adults

Wednesday, June 13, July 25

Thursday, August 16

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

See page 3 for details.

AdultsSaving with Coupons: ExtremeCouponing the Right WayAdults


Let Rosie the Coupon Coach show you

with her proven techniques how to save

on anything from groceries to travel.

Sip & Mingle Coffee DateAdults


10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Stop in for a cup of coffee and a tasty

treat while you look for a book, read a

magazine and chat with staff.

Clutter ClubAdults

Tuesday, June 12, July 10, August 14,

6:30 p.m.

Keep that New Year's resolution to get

organized! Share tips, ideas and

techniques as we help each other

organize home, office and life. The club

meets the second Tuesday of every month.

Kids & Families

Dream Big - Read Summer Reading ProgramGrades Pre-K - 5

Saturday, June 23 - Saturday, August 4

Read on your own and be eligible for our

two prize drawings. Add a star to our

bulletin board for every book you read.

See details on page 3.

Summer CraftsGrades 1-5

Mondays, June 25, July 2, 9,16, 23, 30

3:30 p.m.

Make beautiful crafts with seasonal

materials.

Bedtime Story TimeAges 2 - 6

Mondays, June 25, July 2, 9, 23, 7 p.m.

Wear your pajamas and slippers for

stories, songs, rhymes and a simple craft.

Toddler TalesAges 18 - 36 months, with caregiver

Tuesdays, June 26, July 3,10,17, 24, 31

10:30 and 11:30 a.m.


Animal ShowAll ages



Babies' PlaytimeAges Birth - 18 months, with caregiver


August 1, 11 a.m.

Stories, songs and fingerplays followed by

free play.

Wimpy Kid Book ClubGrades 3 - 5


August 1, 4 p.m.

Discussion and activities related to the

Wimpy kid series. Snacks included. Stop

at the library in June to pick up your copy.

Story TimeAges 3 - 5

Thursdays, June 28, July 5,12,19, 26,

August 2, 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.


Stuffed Animal Camp OutAges 2 - 8











Meet Elwood, "The Ugliest Dog In the World"All ages

Saturday, July 21, 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Everyone loves Elwood, winner of the

World's Ugliest Dog Contest! Elwood uses his

celebrity to help homeless animals by

spreading the message to "Be Kind To

Animals." He encourages people to adopt

animals from shelters and rescue groups.

OrigamiGrades 2 - 6


Learn the art of Japanese paper folding.

Adults

Yoga for AdultsAdultsSaturdays, June 2, 16, July 7, 21, August 4, 18, 10:30 a.m. - noonJoin Shawn Swift for some mind calmingand body stretching yoga. Wearcomfortable clothes and bring a mat or beach towel. All levels of yogaexperience welcome.

Mahjong Players Meet – UpAdults Wednesdays, June 6, July 11, August 1 12 – 2 p.m.The library is a great place to meet andplay the afternoon away. Bring yourMahjong sets and help get a groupstarted . We provide the space to meet.

Tai ChiAdultsSaturdays, June 9, 23, July 14, 28, August 11, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.Learn this ancient, stress reducing, low-impact exercise from Anthony Seawright.Wear loose, comfortable clothes.

Tiny Piney PoetsAdultsTuesdays, June 12, 26, July 10, 24, August 14, 28, 1 - 3 p.m.Poets of all skill levels are welcome! Bringa piece of your work and join us.

The Motown SoundAdultsFriday, June 15, 7 p.m.See page 2 for details.

South Jersey Writers GroupAdultsTuesdays, June 19, July 17, August 217 - 8:45 p.m.Meet other aspiring writers, share yourwriting, and learn creative writing skills.New members are welcome.

South County YarnBallsAges 12 and upMondays, June 25, July 23, August 276:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Meet a great group of people who enjoyall things yarn. New members are alwayswelcome. Registration is not required.

South County Scrapbookers Meet-UpAdults Fridays, July 20, August 17, 5 – 8:30 p.m.Like to scrapbook but never have enoughspace? Come to the library to spread outand relax. Bring a snack to share - meetothers who share your interest.

Kids & FamiliesLego Block PartyAges 8 – 18Fridays, June 8, August 10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.We have piles of Legos for you to digthrough! Have tons of fun buildingwhatever you can imagine. Bring abuilding buddy or make a new one.

Family FrenzyAll AgesTuesdays, June 12, July 10, August 7 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Turn off the TV and spend an eveningtogether as a family. Various boardgames will be available for all ages.

Big Guy/Little Guy Story TimeAges 2 1/2 – 7Saturday, June 16, 11 a.m. – noonHey, Little Guys! Share stories and asimple craft with your favorite Big Guy.There will be juice and doughnuts, too.

Toddler Tunes and TalesAges 18 - 30 months with caregiverWednesdays, June 20, July 11, 18, 25,August 1, 10:30 – 11 a.m.Stories, songs and finger plays especiallydesigned for your toddler. Siblings arealways welcomed.

Whimsical WednesdaysAges 2 ½ - 5 wilth caregiverWednesdays, June 20, July 11, 18, 25,August 1, 11:30 a.m. – noonStories, songs and finger plays especiallydesigned for your preschooler. Siblingswelcome!.

Stuffed Animal Camp Out! Ages 3 – 7Friday, June 22, 6:30 – 8 p.m.See systemwide programs page 7.

National Bathroom Reading Month CelebrationAll agesSaturday, June 23, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.Celebrate America's pastime ofbathroom reading. Games and a snack!

Miss Janet’s Little Reader’s ClubGrades K – 2Tuesdays, June 26, July 24, August 21,6 – 7 p.m.Too old for story time, but still love to beread to? Join Miss Janet as she sharessome of her favorite tales. You can evenshare some of your favorite tales with her!

Miss Colette’s Animal Show All AgesWednesday, June 27, 11 a.m. – noonSee system wide programs on page 7.

Little Gamers HourFridays, June 29, July 27, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Get your game on! Bring a friend andcome and play games on our NintendoGame Cube, PS2, PS3 and Wii. You maybring your own games rated “E.” Bringyour own snack or a snack to share.

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Food CollectionSouth County is partnering with the

Winslow Township Rotary Club in

collecting non-perishable (canned

and dry) food for the Rotary Club's

Food Pantry. Look for our red

collection bin by the Circulation Desk.

Help feed your neighbors in need!

RRutgers - Camden BranchSignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-225-6807


Adults Between the CoversAll AgesJune 23-August 4This is an independent reading program for adults which runs concurrently with thechildren’s ‘Dream Big-READ!” program.

Computer Basics Mondays, June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10 -12 noonDo you wish to become technologicallySavvy? Register for this 6-week workshoptkhat will prepare you for computerbasics. Programs covered will include:Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point,Microsoft Publisher, Internet Searching, E-mail Setup, Facebook Setup.

Kids & FamiliesPhil McNulty’s Comic Book WorkshopAges 9-12Wednesday, June 27, 3 p.m.Thursday, July 11, 1 p.m. Thursday, July 25, 3 p.m.

Illustrator Phil McNultyteaches how to tell astory without words.Compose your owncomic book usingelements of art likedesign andstorytelling.

Animal ShowAll agesThursday, June 28, 3 p.m.Meet Colette Bogie’s collection of cleanand friendly animals.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Night Shivers Book ClubAges 8-11Thursdays, July 5, July 19, 2 p.m.There is nothing more fun than listening toa great book that keeps you at the edgeof your seat. Bring your flashlights andlisten to Scary Stories to tell in the Darkby Alvin Schwartz.

Summer Art Soup Program andCamden County Library present Storyteller Kyle Jakubowski’sStorytelling AdventuresAge 3 - 5 Tuesdays, July 10,17, 24, 31, August 7Wednesdays, July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8 10 -11 a.m. and 11-12 noonYou can’t miss Tall Tales with Kyle J.!Everyone’s favorite storyteller, Kyle Jakubowski, will weave his delightfulword magic and captivate pre-school aged children through interactivestorytelling. After the story, the childrenwill create an artwork inspired by one ofthe stories.

Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12Wednesday, July 11, 3 p.m. See systemwide programs on page 7.

Mr. Malcolm Presents...All agesFriday, July 13, 3:30 p.m. Mr. Malcolm reminds us that life is but adream through his interactive storiesSee systemwide programs on page 6.

Kid KaraokeAges 6-8Saturday, July 14, 10:30 p.m.Do you love to sing? Are you going to beon TV when you grow-up? Here’s yourchance to show your stuff. We’ll have amicrophone and a Karaoke machine.Come sing your heart out!

Stuffed Animal Camp Out!Ages 3 - 5Tuesday, July 17, 2:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Cosmic SpaceGrades K - 5Tuesday, July 24, 3 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6..

The Magic of Chad JurosAll agesTuesday, July 31, 3 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

Teens & TweensKaraoke Ages 9 and upSaturday, June 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m.Do you enjoy singing? Bring your friendsand sing your favorite songs on ourKaraoke machine.

Campfire @ the Library Ages 9 and upFriday, July 3, 4 p.m.Use your imagination to create interestingimages as we read campfire stories. Thegroup will use their collective imaginationto develop progressive stories.

Creatures of the NightAges 9 and upTuesday, July 10, 4 p.m. Use Gmail documents to collectivelycollaborate on writing a scary story anddrawings animals of night. No one knowswhat the final product will turn out to be.

Gamers Get Ready!All AgesFriday, July 27, 11 a.m.Board and computer games are thefocus of the day. Bring your family andfriends to the new library and challengeother players!

Movie DayAges 9 and upThursday, Friday, August 2, 3, 2 p.m.Join us for a movie, fun and popcorn as we end our summer program.

The "Tired Eyes" Book ClubAdults

Monday, September 10, 7 p.m.The "Tired Eyes" are on vacation

and will next meet in September.See page 4 for details.

Book BuddiesGrades K – 3

Thursdays, June 21, July 19, August 234:30 – 5 p.m.

Meet at the library and get paired up withan older tween or teen for 30 minutes ofreading and word games at the library. All children must be registered for each

event. Please register each childseparately. Space limited to 12.


Thursdays, July 12, 26, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Teens are waiting to pair up withyoungsters between the ages of

5 and 7 to show them all thewonderful books in the library.

Everyone will meet at the library andpair off to participate in fun and

games. Prizes will be awarded forparticipation in the program. Please

register on our website. Parents ofyounger book buddies must stay.

Our Newest Branch Opens on Rutgers Campus in CamdenUnique model of communitylibrary in an academic setting

serves urban residents

From its lively colors to the computer stations andcommunity room, our newest branch on theRutgers-Camden campus in the Paul Robeson

Library welcomes our customers and the public.

The project represents a successful collaboration between

the university, the county and the library system in their effort

to provide library services directly to the residents of Camden’s

downtown neighborhoods.

“The space is beautifully designed and the partnership

with Rutgers-Camden will allow us to work together to provide

unique programming and educational opportunities,” points

out Ms. Devlin.

The new branch features a 20 seat state-of-the-art

computer classroom, a space dedicated to children’s

programming, and 22 additional computers for public use,

while offering the most popular, in demand current fiction,

nonfiction, movies and periodicals.

Freeholder Leonard credits Ms. Devlin for adding her

expertise to the plan. “She led a team that transformed a

5,000 square-foot space into a state-of-the-art library that

serves everyone from toddlers to high school and college

students, jobs seekers and seniors.”

“The partnership with Rutgers-Camden will result in

innovative programming as the library’s staff collaborates with

staff from Rutgers Center for Early Childhood Development

and Future Scholars Program,” said Ms. Devlin, who anticipates

the new branch will have a

profound impact and benefit

on the neighborhoods it

serves.

She told the assembled

guests and onlookers at the

grand opening event, “A

library is hope, promise and

renewal. It makes powerful

changes in people’s lives.”

Our newest branch is open and operational!

It is located at 5th and Penn Streets on the

Rutgers Camden Campus.

See opposite page for

upcoming summer programs.

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Kids & Families continuedWimpy WednesdaysGrades 3 – 6Wednesdays, July 11, 18, 25, August 14:30 – 5:30 p.mJoin us for an hour of all things Wimpy Kid.Space limited to 20 kids for each event.Register separately for each Wednesday.Register each child separately.

Summertime Drop-In: Dress to MessAges 5 – 11Thursday, July 12, Tuesday, July 31 2 - 4 p.m.Drop - in anytime between 2 and 4 p.m.and make a craft. We will have variouscrafts available for the younger set. Last crafter accepted at 4 p.m.

Lego Workshop!Ages 6 - 12Friday, July 13, 6:30 p.m. Be prepared to use your imagination.See systemwide programs on page 7.

The Magical Adventures of theDream Weaver with Don DoughertyGrades K – 5Thursday, July 19, 11 a.m. – noonSee systemwide programs on page 7.

Piccirillo Sciencetellers: Dragons & Dreams Grades K – 5 Monday, July 30, 11 a.m. – noonSee systemwide programs on page 6.

Llama Llama PajamaramaAges 3 – 6Thursday, August 9, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.Wear your pajamas and listen to storiesfrom the Llama Llama series by AnnaDewdney. Make a simple craft.

Bouncing Babies and BooksBabies up to 18 months and caregiversTuesday, August 14, 28, 11 a.m. - noonStories, music and finger plays. Babiesexplore new toys and make new friendswhile parents do the same!

BabyciseWalkers - age 3 and caregiversFriday, August 17, 31, 3 - 3:30 p.m.A music based program for walkersthrough age 3. Dance and exercise tomusic. Siblings are welcome!

Get Ready Kindergarten, Here I Come!Grade KWednesday, August 22, 11 a.m. – noonStarting Kindergarten in September?Stories and a craft will calm those nerves.

Calling all Princes and Princesses! Grades PreK - 2Saturday, August 25, 11:30 – 12:30 p.m.An enchanted afternoon of stories andcrafts. Supplies and space limited to 20.

Tweens&TeensYu-Gi-Oh and Pokémon Too! Card Meet- UpAges 9 – 18Mondays, June 11, July 9, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.Play or trade with other card collectors.Do not bring valuable cards. NintendoDS players bring your games.

13+ Manga and Anime OtakuAges 13 – 18Tuesday, June 19, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Watch your favorite anime episodes andshare some ramen with your friends!

Calling All Gamers!Ages 9 – 18Fridays, June 29, July 27, August 31 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Get your game on. Hooks ups for the PS 2, PS 3, Nintendo Game Cube andWii. Bring your Nintendo DS and meetother DS fans. Yu-Gi-Oh playerswelcome.

Teens Altered Art Night: Journals and BooksAges 12 – 18Monday, July 16, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Explore your hidden creativity throughword and art. Each teen will receive ablank journal. Space and supplies arelimited.

Henna for TeensAges 12 – 18Thursday, July 26, 2 p.m.See systemwide programs page 7.

Zombie Lock-InAges 9 – 18Friday, August 3, 6:30 – 10 p.m.Celebrate National Library Lock In Night!Including face painting, special effects,snacks, games, and music to bring outour inner zombie. When the librarycloses, we will take over the darkenedstacks. Program limited to 15 zombies.Zombies under 18 will need a signedpermission slip. Program ends promptlyat 10 p.m.

Parkour FundamentalsAges 12 and upSaturday, August 4, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.Ever been interested in “freestylerunning” and doing those insane ninja-like moves? Learn the basics the rightway from the experts. Wear comfortableclothes and secure footwear.

Mini Comic Con! Villains vs. Heroes Ages 8 and upMonday, August 6, 6 – 8:30 p.m.

Dress as your favorite Villain or Hero.

Prizes awarded for best dressed. Bring

your old comics and participate in our

book swap and trade. A space for Yu Gi

Oh and Pokemon card players will be set

aside. Trivia, games and good fun.

Teens Altered Art Night: T-ShirtsAges 12 – 18Monday, August 13, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Give an old t-shirt new life as somethinguseful and artsy to carry your stuff.Limited to 12 teens.

Teen Friendship NightAges 12 – 18Tuesday, August 14, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Meet other teens and make friendshipbracelets to share or keep whilewatching a favorite teen movie. RatedPG-13. Popcorn with a special toppingstation. Space and supplies limited to 12.

Be a Book Buddy!Ages 12 and Up

Thursdays, June 21, July 19, August 23 4 – 5 p.m.

Make a difference in a young reader’slife and share your love of reading.

Get paired up with your young bookbuddy and spend an hour reading

and playing word games. Communityservice hours will be given to volunteers

who complete the book buddyprogram. New Teen Book Buddies

should arrive at the library at 4 p.m. fora short orientation. Be sure to register

for this program. Space limited.

Brian Richards’ Dream BIG Magic Show

All AgesWednesday, August 8, 11 a.m.– noon

Enjoy the magic, comedy andstorytelling of local magician Brian

Richards. Brian’s fun filled program alsoencourages READING! This program ismade possible by a grant from NJLA

and the New Jersey State Library.

Freeholder Ian K. Leonard, as liaison to the County Library

System, worked closely with Rutgers-Camden Chancellor

Wendell Pritchett for over a year to help make the new branch a reality.

Library Director

Linda Devlin,

NJ State Senator

Donald Norcross, and

Rutgers-Camden

Chancellor

Wendell Pritchett

applaud Freeholder

Ian Leonard's

remarks at the

grand opening.

The new service desk

is ready for all the

customers who will

benefit from the

beautifully designed

new branch.

Freeholder Ian Leonard addresses the grand opening gathering.

Seated left to right, Library Director Linda Devlin, NJ State Sentaor

Donald Norcross, Rutgers-Camden Chancellor Wendell Pritchett,

retired Freeholder Riletta Cream, Camden Mayor Dana Redd and

Deputy Freeholder Director Edward McDonnell.

The look on the faces of the 30 schoolchildren at the grand opening

event, listening raptly to award-winning children’s author Dan Gutman

in the new library’s glass-fronted community room confirmed the

importance of the new branch and its promise of success.

Short Story DiscussionAdults

Tuesdays, June 12, July 10, August 14 1 p.m.

Discuss contemporary short stories.Program is in conjunction with KennedyEldermed. We meet on the 3rd floor ofthe Vogelson branch library. Stories canbe obtained at the Information desk on

the first floor.June 12

The Catbird Seat by James ThurberJuly 10

The Cobweb by H. H. Munro SakiAugust 1

An Encounter by James Joyce

Real Life Reads Book ClubAdults


In the Sanctuary of Outcasts: A Memoirby Neil White

July 17The Killer of Little Shepherds: A True CrimeStory and the Birth of Forensic Science by

Douglas Star

August 21The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding

of Facebook, A Tale of Sex, Money,Genius, and Betrayal by Ben Mezrich

The Serial ReaderAdults


Fatal Grace by Louise PennyJuly 24

The Big Sleep by Raymond ChandlerAugust 28

The Dawn Patrol by Don Winslow

Literary Café Book ClubAdults

Thursdays, 7 p.m.June 28

Baker’s Daughter by Sarah McCoyJuly 26

State of Wonder by Ann PatchettAugust 30

Scenes from Village Life by Amos Oz

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AdultsFocus GroupAdultsMondays, June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16,23, 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27, Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11,18, 25, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 10:30 a.m. - 12 noonESL conversation class for those whowant to learn to speak fluent English.

Adult Anime & Manga ClubAges 16 and upTuesdays, June 5, July 3, August 74 - 5:30 p.m.Love watching anime and readingmanga? This Adult Anime club is for you!Share snacks, talk about your favoritestories, and watch the newest series.

Kennedy ElderMed Knitting and Crochet GroupAdultsWednesdays, June 13, 27, July 11, 25,August 8, 22, 12:30 p.m.Share and learn new skills with fellowknitters and crocheters. Bring your ownsupplies and materials.

ScrabbleAdultsFridays, June 22, July 27, August 24 1 - 3 p.m.Enjoy a game of Scrabble with friends. In conjunction with Kennedy Eldermed.Meet on the 3rd floor of Vogelson Library.

New Life for Old Books / Chocolate TastingAdultsJune 23, 2 p.m.Recycle old books to create uniquecrafts. Enjoy chocolate coveredtreats.

Chocolate TastingAdultsSaturday, June 30, 2 p.m.Enjoy quality chocolate and discover thecomplexities and levels of flavor as youexperience a variety of Belgianchocolates. Registration is limited.

Beginner's CrochetAges 10 to adultMondays, July 9 - August 132:30 - 3:30 p.m.Bring in a size H crochet hook and a skeinof yarn and we'll teach you the basics of crochet.

Tai Chi ClassAdultsWednesday, July 18, 7 p.m.Board Certified massage therapist,cosmetologist and esthiologist BarbaraMorici will teach you techniques forhealing with this gentle, self-pacedexercise.

ScrapbookingAdultsThursday, July 26, 7 p.m.Bring your travel, birthday, weddingpictures or memoirs and join SharonJarema in scrapbooking. Supplieswill be provided, but you may bring

your own if preferred. For the seasonedor the beginning scrapbooker.Registration is limited.

Sushi WorkshopAdultsSaturday, July 28, 3 p.m.Tomoe and Saki will guide you step bystep in making your own sushi,demonstrating how to cook yaki sabaand more. Supplies provided. Seating is limited.

Adult

Summer Reading Program

Adults

Saturday, June 23 – Saturday

August 4

Between the Covers is this summer’s theme.

Give old books new life, scrapbook , learn to

make sushi, discover benefits of Tai Chi and

more. The 2012 Summer Reading Program will

offer book discussions, programs, prizes, and

special events. This will run concurrently with

the children’s summer reading program. Get

your whole family involved! Registration

begins on Saturday, June 16.

The Magical Adventures ofthe Dream Weaver

Grades PreK- 5Local author and storyteller Don Dougherty of Classroom Adventure Stories visits our librarythis summer to perform his latest story, "The Magical Adventures of the Dream Weaver." Afun-filled time is guaranteed for the whole family, as “Mr. Don” weaves the dreams of thechildren in the audience into an adventure tale that they will never forget! “Mr. Don” hasbeen wowing audiences for over half a decade! Plan to arrive early so that your children

can become one of the “Stars of the Story.”

Lego WorkshopAges 6 - 12

Wednesday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m.

Bricks 4 Kidz is visiting with specially-designed models for participants to

create. Be prepared to use yourimagination, curiosity, and love of

legos! Learn more athttp://www.bricks4kidz.com.

Ferry Ave.Wednesday, June 27, 3 p.m.

VogelsonWednesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m.

South CountyFriday, July 13, 6:30 p.m.

BellmawrWednesday, July 18, 6:30 p.m.

HaddonThursday, July 26, 4 p.m.

Rutgers-CamdenMonday, July 30, 3 p.m.

Gloucester TownshipWednesday, July 18, 7 p.m.

Cosmic SpaceGrades K-5

Mad Science presents a voyage for inquiring minds interested indiscovering space. The mission: to take an exciting look at planets,

moons, comets, and the stars. We will boldly go where young space fanaticslove to go - space suits not required. Participants will return from their mission

with their own piece of the sky!

Merchantville: Wednesday, June 13, 3:30 p.m. Ferry Ave: Monday, July 9, 6 p.m.

Voorhees: Monday, July 23, 3 p.m.Rutgers-Camden: Tuesday, July 24, 3 p.m.

Haddon: Tuesday, July 31, 7 p.m.

Animal ShowAll ages

Colette Bogie has been giving rescued animals a loving home for over 15 years. Meet her collection of clean and friendly animals and learn about their

needs and natural habitats.

Bellmawr Tuesday, June 26, 3 p.m.

South CountyWednesday, June 27, 11 a.m.

Gloucester TownshipWednesday, June 27, 2 p.m.

Rutgers-Camden Thursday, June 28, 3 p.m.

VoorheesSaturday, July 7, 2 p.m.

Ferry Ave. Wednesday, July 18, 3 p.m.

South CountyThursday, July 19, 11 a.m.

Gloucester Township Friday, July 20, 2:30 p.m.

Haddon Township Wednesday, July 18, 7 p.m.

Stuffed Animal

Camp Out!You and your favorite stuffedanimal are invited to enjoy a

summer camp out at your localbranch. There will be stories,songs, and crafts. Check yourlocal branch listings for details.

Ferry Ave.Ages 4-9

Monday, July 2, 6:30 p.m.

Gloucester TownshipAges 18 months - 5


Bellmawr Ages 2 - 8


Rutgers-Camden Ages 3 - 5

July 17 at 11 a.m.

VoorheesAges 3 - 9


South CountyAges 3 - 6

Friday, June 22 , 6:30 p.m.

MerchantvillePreK – 5th grade


Henna for TeensAges 12-18

In this hands-on workshop you will learn about mehndi (henna) art, how to drawtraditional Indian motifs, and the technique of applying henna. Get ready tocreate beautiful henna designs on your own hands! Parental permission required,as henna can remain on the skin from 1- 2 weeks.

South CountyThursday, July 26, 2 p.m.

GloucesterThursday, July 26, 4:30 p.m.

VoorheesThursday, July 26, 7 p.m.

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Kids and FamiliesBabies’ PlaygroupAges 1 - 18 monthsFridays, ongoing, 10 - 11 a.m.Little ones meet new friends! We providethe toys and books but no organizedprogramming.No Playgroup Friday, June 8 due to thebook sale.

Toddlers’ PlaygroupAges 18 - 36 monthsFridays, ongoing, 11 - 12 noonPlay with new friends! We provide thetoys and books but no organizedprogramming.No Playgroup Friday, June 8 due to thebook sale.

Tinkle Tinkle Little Potty Story Time Ages 18 months - 4 years Wednesday, June 6, 10:30 a.m.Celebrate National Potty Training Monthwith stories, songs, and a simple craft.Gentle encouragement for all thoseworking on potty training!

Read to a DogAges 5 - 11Mondays, June 11, July 9, August 6 7 – 8 p.m.Bring your favorite book or choose onefrom the library to read to our therapydogs. Each session will feature a craft.

Kid's BingoGrades K - 5Fridays, June 15, August 17, 6:30 p.m.Bring a towel for sitting and join us for Kid's Bingo!

`Twas the Night Before SummerAges 4 - 8Tuesday, June 19, 6:30 p.m.It's the last day of spring - let's celebratesummertime's arrival! We'll be makinginsect wings, reading summery stories,and enjoying seasonal snacks!

By the Light of the Moon EveningStory TimeAges 3 - 8Wednesdays, June 20, August 22 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Celebrate the "Dream Big" summerreading theme with stories and a craft.Get comfy by wearing your pajamas andslippers to the library!

LegomaniaAges 5 – 11Saturday, June 23, 10:30 – 12 noonThursday, July 5, 1:30 – 3 p.m.Saturday, July 21, 10:30 – 12 noonTuesday, July 24, 6:30 – 8 p.m.Saturday, August 11, 10:30 – 12 noonThursday, August, 16, 1:30 - 3 p.m.Make new friends while you create andplay with Legos provided by the library.Must register for each session separately.

Toddler Drop In Story TimeAges 18 months - 2 yearsMondays, June 25 - July 30, 10:30 a.m.Stories, finger plays, and songs tocelebrate summer. Registration not required.

Fancy Nancy Dress-Up DayAges 5 – 7Tuesday, June 26, 2 p.m.Come dressed “Fancy Nancy” style andmake a craft to go with your outfit.

Baby Story Time: WalkersAges 12 - 18 months

Tuesdays, June 12, 26, July 10, 24, August, 14, 28

Wednesdays, June 13, 27, July 11, 25, August 15, 29

10:30 a.m.Join us for stories, songs, finger plays, and

bubbles. Stay and play after. Please register for Tuesday or Wednesday.

Baby Story Time: LapsitAges 6 - 12 months

Tuesdays, June 12, 26, July 10, 24, August 14, 28

Wednesdays, June 13, 27, July11, 25, August 15, 29, 11:30 a.m.

Join us for stories, songs, finger plays, andbubbles. Stay and play after. Please register for Tuesday or Wednesday. M. Allan Vogelson Regional Branch Library • 203 Laurel Road • Voorhees, NJ 08043

The Camden County

Library System has grown

and so has our book sale!Over 50,000 Books of all types, CDs,

DVDs, Videos, Books-on-Tape

…. and more!!!!!

No Preview. About 90% Donated.

Chad is a two-time cancer survivor and has been a professional award-winning

magician since the age of seven. Past performances include the White House,

Criss Angel's Mindfreak and Dinner Impossible. He is the founder of the

Spread the Magic Foundation, a NJ non-profit that spreads magic to children

with cancer. Performances feature classic magical illusions as well as juggling.

With castles, kings, a dragon keeper, an Ice Sorceress,

the Horn of Fire, two villagers, and a daring journey to save the entire kingdom, enjoy this

spectacular adventure as we're swept away to a world where dragons are real, dreams come

true, and only the most daring of people will survive to tell the tale! Join us as we learn about

the science of Fire & Ice by telling a tale of Dragons & Dreams using experiments of flash

paper, exploding bottles, "cool" dry ice, and much more. Wouldn't dragon's breath be an

amazing sight!

Systemwide Programs for Kids

this SummerThe Magic of

Chad Juros

All ages

Rutgers-Camden


Camden Ferry


Haddon Township

Thursday, August 2, 10:30 a.m.

Gloucester Township


South County

Monday, July 30, 11 a.m.

Bellmawr

Friday, August 3, 3 p.m.

Sciencetellers: Dragons & Dreams

Grades K-5

All ages

Merchantville Wednesday, June 6, 3:30 p.m.

Rutgers-Camden Friday, July 13, 3:30 p.m.

Bellmawr Monday, July 30, 7 p.m.

Mr. Malcolm Presents...

“Life is But a Dream.”through his interactive storytelling.

Learn more about Chad

and his magical experiences at

www.magicalchad.com.

Voorhees


BookSaleSummer

Friday June 8 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday June 910 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Kids & Families continued

Preschool Drop In Story TimeAges 3 - 6Thursdays, June 28 – August 2, 10:30 a.m.Stories, finger plays, songs, and a coloringsheet to celebrate summer. Registrationnot required.

Friday FlicksAll AgesFridays, June 29, July 13, 27, August 106:30 p.m.Come in your PJs, bring a pillow andblanket, and join us for movie night!Refreshments will be served. Call theChildren's Desk for movie listings.

Cool ScienceAges 5 and up

Friday, June 29, 7 p.m.Have you ever seen someone hammer anail into solid wood with a banana? Orblow up a balloon... from the outside?And the most important question: haveyou ever eaten ice cream made withliquid nitrogen?! Explore how matterchanges from solid to liquid to gas withliquid nitrogen.

Dream Big Story TimeAll AgesSaturdays, June 30, July 14, 28, 10:30 a.m.Enjoy a morning of stories, nursery rhymesand songs.

Independence Day Celebration!Ages 5 and upTuesday, July 3, 10:30 a.m.Help us celebrate the Fourth of July witha craft.

The Magical Adventures of theDream Weaver

Ages 3 – 10Saturday, July 7, 2 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Lego WorkshopAges 6 – 12Wednesday, July 11, 6:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 7.

Pikachu Trading Card WalletAges 5 – 8Tuesday, July 17, 11 a.m.Make a Pikachu trading card holder toclip to your belt or backpack. Bring cardsto trade or show. Please no valuablecards. Caregiver assistance required.

Kids Bollywood DancingAges 5 - 8Wednesday, July 18, 11 a.m.-12 noonLearn simple Bollywood dance moveswhile making friends and having fun!

Stuffed Animal Camp Out!Ages 3 - 9Thursday, July 19, 6:30 p.m. You and your favorite stuffed animal areinvited to enjoy a summer camp out!See systemwide programs on page 7.


Spooky StoriesAges 7 - 12Tuesday, July 31, 6:30 p.m.Prepare to be scared! We’ll be sharingscary stories and enjoying a creepy crittercraft. Be sure to bring your flashlight.

Spider-Man's 50th AnniversaryAges 8 - 12Wednesday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.Celebrate Spider-Man with games, storiesand a craft.

The Magic of Chad JurosAll agesThursday, August 2, 6:30 p.m.See systemwide programs on page 6.

Back to School with Darby the CatAges 5 - 12Saturday, August 25, 10:30 a.m.Enjoy reading to Darby and making aback to school craft.

Ready, Set, Go to Kindergarten! Ages 4 - 6Thursday, August 30, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.Calm first day of school jitters with funstories, songs, and a craft! This program isintended for any child startingKindergarten this fall.

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VogelsonShort Story Discussion

Tuesdays, 1 p.m

Discuss contemporary short stories. Program is inconjunction with Kennedy Eldermed. Stories can be

obtained at the Information desk on the first floor.

June 12The Catbird Seat by James Thurber

July 10The Cobweb by H. H. Munro Saki

August 14An Encounter by James Joyce

Real Life Reads Book GroupTuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m.

June 12In the Sanctuary of Outcasts: A Memoir by Neil White

Neil White tells his incredible story of crime andredemption, vanity and spirituality, as he discovers

happiness and fulfillment in the Long Center, the lastleper colony in the United States.

July 17The Killer of Little Shepherds: A True Crime Story and the

Birth of Forensic Science by Douglas StarSerial killer Joseph Vacher terrorizes the French

countryside, eluding authorities until coming up againstthe founders of modern forensic science.

August 21The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding of Facebook, ATale of Sex, Money, Genius, and Betrayal by Ben Mezrich

Story of Harvard friends Mark Zuckerberg and EduardoSaverin and the creation of Facebook, the social network

that has spread from the a college campus around the world.

The Serial ReaderTuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m.

June 26Fatal Grace by Louise Penny

Sent to a village south of Montreal to investigate thedeath of an extremely unpopular woman, Inspector

Armand Gamache finds that nearly everyone in townhad a motive to kill her.

July 24The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler

When a dying millionaire hires Investigator Philip Marloweto handle the blackmailer of one of his troublesome

daughters, he gets more than he bargained for in themean streets of Los Angeles.

August 28The Dawn Patrol by Don Winslow

Ex-cop turned private investigator, Boone Daniels, getsthe chance to revisit the unsolved case he's obsessed

over for years while pursuing his surfing hobby in San Diego.

Literary CaféThursdays, 7 - 8:30 p.m.

June 28The Baker’s Daughter by Sarah McCoy

After an interview with an elderly baker leaves her feelinglike she has revealed too much, journalist Reba Adams

and her interview subject must confront the ghosts of the past.

July 26State of Wonder by Ann Patchett

A provocative novel of morality and miracles set in theAmazon rainforest, this adventure story takes a look

at the difficult choices we make in the name of discovery and love.

August 30Scenes from Village Life by Amos Oz

Set in the fictional village of Tel Ilan, this series of shortstories laments a world that has passed away: the "old

Israel" built by the generations of socialist pioneers.

Adult Book Clubs & Author VisitsVVogelson BranchSignUp @ www.camdencountylibrary.org/events or call 856-772-1636


Wimpy Wednesdays

Trivia DayAges 7 - 13

Wednesday, July 11, 2 p.m.Test your Wimpy Kid Knowledge with a

variety of trivia games.

Movie ScreeningsAges 7 - 13

Wednesdays, July 18, August 1, 2 p.m.Celebrate the release of the next WimpyKid movie! Refreshments will be served.

Call the Children's Desk for movie listings.

Make Your Own JournalAges 7 - 13

Wednesday, July 25, 2 p.m.Make your very own journal in the

style of the Wimpy Kid!

Teen Video ContestGrades 6 - 12

Are you interested in filming a video tobe showcased in our Third Annual M.

Allan Vogelson Library Teen FilmFestival? Information packets and

contest forms can be picked up at theYouth Services Desk. Videos will be

judged and viewed at our Red CarpetEvent being held on Tuesday, August

14th at 6 pm in The Corner. Videosubmissions are due on

Friday, August 10th.

Third Annual M. Allan VogelsonLibrary Teen Film Festival

All AgesTuesday, August 14, 6 p.m.

Watch our teen submitted movies inThe Corner. Meet the teen directors

and watch as their films areshowcased and judged by our panel.

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Adult Book Clubs & Author Visits

BellmawrLibrary Detectives Adult Book Club


June 13The Ranger by Ace Atkins

Back from Afghanistan, Army Ranger Quinn Colson returnshome to Mississippi. His uncle, the town's sheriff, died in a

questionable suicide. Can Colson discover the truth abouthis uncle, the town and his family, but most

importantly himself?

July 25The Spellman Files by Lisa Lutz

Izzy Spellman is tired of working for her family business, aSan Francisco PI firm. Her parents agree to let her “retire,”but only on one condition: solve the 10-year-old cold case

of a missing teenager.

Thursday, August 16Aunt Dimity’s Death by Nancy Atherton

When Lori Shepherd learns of her Aunt Dimity's death, shemust travel to England to meet the requirements of the will.

While visiting her aunt’s "haunted" cottage, Lori uncoversclues to a WWII mystery.

Gloucester TownshipThird Thursday Book Chat, 10:30 a.m.

June 21Fiction: The Eyre Affair by Jasper Fforde

England, circa 1985, is a virtual police state where an auntcan get lost (literally) in a Wordsworth poem Thursday Nextdiscovers someone has begun kidnapping characters from

works of literature. When Jane Eyre is plucked from thepages of Brontë's novel, Thursday must track down the

villain and enter the novel herself.

July 19Fiction: The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

by Mary Ann ShafferJanuary 1946: writer Juliet Ashton receives a letter from a

stranger, a founding member of the Guernsey Literary andPotato Peel Pie Society. And so begins a remarkable tale ofthe island of Guernsey during the German occupation, and

of a society as extraordinary as its name.

August 16Nonfiction: Travels with Charley by John Steinbeck

With Charley, his French poodle, Steinbeck drives throughscenic backroads and speeds along anonymous super

highways. This chronicle of their trip follows the two as theymeander from small towns to growing cities to glorious

wilderness oases.

Haddon Township Fourth Thursday Evening Book Discussion Group

7:15 - 8:45 p.m.

June 28Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende

Orphaned Eliza Sommers, raised by a victorian spinster andher brother, follows her lover to California during the wild

Gold Rush of1849 and finds herself on a life-transforming journey . www.litlovers.com

July 26Without Reservations: Travels of an Independent Woman

by Alice Steinbach“The Pulitzer Prize-winning writer explores the nature of

independence, chronicling her own adventures as a womanin search of freedom from the things that define her as she

journeys from Paris, and beyond.” Random House

August 23How to Be an American Housewife

by Margaret Dilloway“Entreated to visit her ancestral family in Japan in place of herailing mother, Sue uncovers family secrets that influence her

life in unforeseen ways, offer insight into her mother's marriageto an American GI and reveal the role of tradition.”

G.P. Putnam’s Sons

The Speculative Reader Adult Book Club Tuesdays, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

June 12Planning Session for Fall and Winter

Share your ideas to help choose the Speculative Readerfall and winter reading selections for 2012-2013.

July 10To Say Nothing of the Dog by Connie Willis

“An utter delight. Willis's unique, engaging voice will carry youto a place where chaos theory makes perfect sense, time-travel is a reasonable mode of transport and safeguarding

the fate of humanity is a respectable day job. ” --Amanda Quick

August 14 Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes

Charlie is a retarded adult turned genius after anexperimental brain operation. Keyes shows the complex array

of Charlie’s emotions before and after the operation,including his horror at an experiment gone terribly wrong.

South CountyThe “Tired Eyes” Book Club

Monday, September 10, 7 p.m.The “Tired Eyes” are on vacation and

will see you in September!This summer the “Tired Eyes” are reading: Come Home by

Lisa Scottoline; 22 Britannia Road by Amanda Hodgkinson; Inthe Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family

in Hitler's Berlin, by Eric Larsen; and One Good Dog bySusan Wilson. Read one or read them all! New members

are always welcome.



Teens &Tweens

Accepting submissions startin June 25

Teen Gaming ClubGrades 6 - 12Fridays, June 1, July 6, August 3, 6 - 8 p.m.Play Wii and XBox 360 games.

SAT/ACT Combo Practice TestPresented by KaplanGrades 9 - 12Saturday, June 2, 10:30 a.m.This practice test is 3.5 hours long.Thursday, June 14, 7 p.m.Students will receive a score analysis.You must register for this program.

Adult Anime & Manga ClubAges 16 and upTuesdays, June 5, July 3, August 74 - 5:30 p.m.Do you love watching anime andreading manga? Then this Adult Animeclub is for you! Share some snacks whilewe talk about your favorite stories andcharacters and watch the newest series.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)Grades 6 - 12Thursdays, June 21, July 19, August 164 p.m.TAB is made up of teens and tweenswho want to make a difference in theirlocal library. Plan and promote excitingchildren’s and teen programs whilemaking friends.

DIY BeautyGrades 6 - 12Thursday, June 28, 4 p.m. Create your own sugar scrub and hairdetangler out of every day householditems just in time for summer vacation.

Cool ScienceAges 5 and upFriday, June 29, 7 p.m.Have you ever seen someone hammer anail into solid wood with a banana? Orblow up a balloon... from the outside?And the most important question: haveyou ever eaten ice cream made withliquid nitrogen?! Explore how matterchanges from solid to liquid to gas withliquid nitrogen.

Beginner's CrochetAges 10 to adultMondays, July 2 - August 13, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.Bring in a size H crochet hook and a skeinof yarn and we'll teach you the basics of crochet.

Shrinky Dink Jewelry Grades 6 - 12Thursday, July 5, 4 p.m.Create your own Shrinky Dink jewelry.

Live Angry BirdsGrades 6 - 12Tuesday, July 10, 4 p.m.Do you like playing Angry Birds on yourphone? If yes, you will love playing it live!Work in teams to create towers and pigs,then use your Angry Birds to knockeverything down.

No Sew Flower HeadbandGrades 6 - 12Thursday, July 12, 4 p.m.Use fabric and a hot glue gun to createa flower headband.

Rock Band in The CornerGrades 6 - 12Monday, July 16, 2 - 4 p.m.Grab your band mates and get ready to rock. Two hours of Rock Band fun.

Batman “Dark Knight” MarathonAges 13 - 18Friday, July 20, 2 - 8 p.m.Enjoy this Dark Knight marathon to getyou ready for the final movie inChristopher Nolan's trilogy. Come as yourfavorite Batman character. There will bea prize for the best dressed.

Constellation Key RingsGrades 6 - 12Tuesday, July 24, 4 p.m. Create your own individual constellationkey rings. Learn about the stars anddiscover the mythical stories behind theconstellations.

Henna for TeensAges 12 - 18Thursday, July 26, 7 p.m.See system wide programs on page 7.


Rosette Key Rings and PinsGrades 6 - 12Thursday, August 2, 4 p.m. Create no sew fabric rosettes for keyrings and pins. This is a great craft tomake for yourself and your friends.

Super Smash Brothers TournamentGrades 6 - 12Saturday, August 18, 2 p.m.Battle it out at The Corner in our SuperSmash Brothers Tournament. You mustregister for this event.

Anime-OtakusAges 16 and UpTuesday, August 28, 4 - 7 p.m.Bring your favorite anime for this 3 houranime marathon. Refreshments served.

Our library’s newly redesigned website falls into thesecond category. This new online face of thelibrary is visually appealing, but, more importantly,

it is much easier to use! Here are some features.

Notice the words or phrases just above the three imageson the first page of the website. These are: Using theLibrary, Catalog/Account, Research, Services, Events,About Us. This is a horizontal navigation bar. Just hoveryour mouse over any of these words or phrases and adrop down menu will appear.

As an example, hovering your mouse over Using theLibrary gives you a selection of links including fourcategory headings. All the category headings and linksare active. Clicking on any one of them will get you tothat relevant portion of our website. For example,hovering your mouse over Using the Library and thenclicking on Member Information will take you to a pagewhere you can click on links giving information on topicssuch as getting a library card, the checkout periods ofmaterials, and library locations.

Hovering your mouse over Catalog/Account gives youan easy path to the library catalog (of course), but alsoan easy way to get to the section of our website dealingwith borrowing library eBooks - the DownloadableCollections.dable Collections link.On a final note, it is now very easy to find out what isgoing on at your local branch! Hover your mouse overthe word Events and then click on your branch. This putsyou in a calendar of events for that branch for thecurrent month. Clicking on an event will give you moreinformation, and, in many cases, also allows you toregister for that activity.

I’m really enjoying this new experience of our virtuallibrary presence, and I think you will too. Yes, sometimeschange is fantastic!

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Welcome to our column on user friendly technology - accessible tech

that doesn’t require tech guru skills!Tech

Tips

Happy Tech!

Margaret Szvetecz, South County Branch

Start by registering for summer

reading at your local branch or online

on our website. Please check with

your local branch for in - person registration

dates. Once you have registered, stop by

your library to pick up your summer reading

log and then all you need to do is start

reading! Read anything! Read anywhere!

Really - you can read anything, anywhere

and for every hour of reading, you can earn a

chance at a prize. The more you read, the

more chances to win!

We’ll be exploring all things nocturnal –

dreams, stars, planets, spooky stories and

more - through stories, crafts, music, dance

and other fun activities. Check out the wide

selection of summer programs listed under

each branch and use SignUp to register for

your favorites.

Calling All DreamersReach for the Stars

Join our Kids2012 Summer Reading Program

Beginning Saturday, June 23.

Dream Big,READ!

Teen Summer Reading Program

Own the NightEnjoy the best of all things dark with our 2012 Teen/Tween

Summer Reading Program – Own the Night. The more you read, the more chances you earn to win prizes! You caneven sign up and track your reading online. Check out our great selectionof programs for teens . There will be film festivals, crafts, gaming andmore! Programs are listed under each branch and you can use SignUp toregister for your favorites.

The Motown Sound

Experience “The Motown Sound”and learn about the history ofMotown while enjoying one ofthe premier soulful acts in the

tri-state area. Singer andmusician Jon Turk generates

energy and excitementeverywhere he performs. Kick offthe summer with dancing in thestacks! All ages are welcome to

attend this musical performance.

South County

Friday, June 15, 7 p.m.

Ferry Avenue


Gloucester Township


Check your local branch teen & tween listings for program dates and times.

New Online Face of the Camden County Library System!

The web address for the Camden County Library System is:

www.camdencountylibrary.org

The Camden County Library System welcomes new Associate Director, David Lisa. Mr. Lisa brings broadexperience as a library professional and contemporary interests to his new role here.

A popular culture enthusiast, he recently served as a Project Specialist for the New Jersey State Library where he worked in adult services and urban libraries. Previously he was the Director of the West Long Branch PublicLibrary (NJ), a reference librarian at Wayne Public Library (NJ) and an access services librarian at Mercyhurst

College's Hammermill Library in Pennsylvania.

Reflecting his diverse interests as a library professional, Mr. Lisa has presented nationally on a variety topics including the evolvingstate of e-reading, collection development in public libraries and the impact of handheld technology and social media inlibraries. Lisa also enjoys writing and is an enthusiast of social media, video games, home theater, comics and graphic novels.

We wish David the best in his new position.

Library Volunteers are Recognized at a Special Luncheon

Literacy Volunteers of Camden CountyVolunteers are needed to help local adults speak and

understand English or improve their reading or math skills. No experience necessary!

ear Friends: Welcome to the summer edition

of the Camden County LibrarySystem newsletter! We have manyexciting programs for you this summer. I encourage you to register for one ofthem online or at your local branch.

If you plan to open a few good books this summer don’tforget to register for a summer reading program. When kidslog their reading they will be eligible for some cool prizes!

Reading is a great way to pass the time on a cool summernight or a day at the beach. If you’re looking forsomewhere cool to go and get away from the heat you’llfind that our libraries have much more than books.

There are a variety of programs available this summer andthey’re all about the night. You don’t have to wait until itgets dark outside to explore any of the activities becausethey’re at the library any time of day. If you’re interested inlearning more about a particular subject or participating insome fun family activities visitwww.camdencountylibrary.org for a complete schedule.This summer let your library lead you into a world of new andfascinating experiences!

Ian K. Leonard,Freeholder Liaison

grandfather learns how to read and is able to read a book to his grandchild for the first time.

A Voorhees resident learns how to useWord and Excel at free library classes and gains the skills she needs to get a job.

A pre-schooler gets his first library card and excitedly checksout a book about trucks, his favorite thing in the world.

A high school student attends a library program, meets otherteens who share the same interests, and makes connectionsand friendships.

Dreams like these are fulfilled at the Library every day. Wecelebrate the importance of dreams in this year’s summerreading club, Dream Big, Read! A world of opportunity openswhen a child is connected with reading. Dreams that mayhave seemed like fairy tales can suddenly become reality withthe simple gift of a library card.

This summer, make your dreams come true with the help ofyour library. Our eight branch libraries offer Camden Countyresidents the collections, programs and services that will meetyour needs and make a difference in your lives.

Linda A. Devlin,Director

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Mary Finuoli was named Volunteer of the

Year for the Camden County Library

System. Ms. Finuoli has been a volunteer

at the Vogelson Branch since 2006 and

has continually given her time and effort

to help the Library System.

Students and tutors from LiteracyVolunteers of Camden County look overbooks and materials purchased with aCommunity Partners Grant from WellsFargo Bank. Wells Fargo proudly givesback to local organizations that addressvital community needs, such aseducation. The new books will enablevolunteer tutors to work one-on-one withtheir adult students on reading, math,English conversation, citizenship, andparenting skills.

Summer Reading Programs.....page 3

Book Clubs.....pages 4 & 5

Systemwide Summer Programs.....pages 6 & 7

Rutgers-Camden.....pages 8 & 9

Bellmawr..... pages 10 & 11

Ferry Avenue..... pages 12 & 13

Gloucester Township..... pages 14 & 15

Haddon Township..... pages 16 & 17

Merchantville..... page 18

Member libraries.....page 18

Staff Picks.....page 19

South County.....pages 20 & 21

Vogelson.....pages 22 - 25

Tech Tips.....page 26

Volunteer of the Year, Mary Finuoli, with

Karen Popelak, Volunteer Coordinator

and Linda Devlin, Library Director.

Sign up for the free

Tutor Training WorkshopSix Wednesdays - 6:30 9 p.m.

July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15

Learn more: (856)772-1636 X 7331

http://lva.camden.lib.nj.us or

http://lva.camdencountylibrary.org

Volunteers at the Camden County Library system were honored at a special luncheon in appreciation for thier work at many

different tasks that enable the library to provide better service to the community.

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Freeholder Leonard

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Systemwide Summer Programs

Pages 6 & 7

Our New Website!Page 26

News, Events and Free Programs @ the

Camden County Library System

Summer 2012

Opening ofRutgers-Camden Branch

page 8

2012 Summer Reading Program,Dream Big, READ!

Camden County Library System is governed and supported by the Camden County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Camden County Library Commission.

Editor/Designer: Pat Dempsey

Assistant Editors:

Mark Amorosi, Ashley Mitchell,

Maureen Wynkoop

Summer ScheduleSundays, May 27 thru Sept. 2.....Closed

Monday, May 28, Memorial Day.....Closed

Wednesday, July 4, Independence Day.....Closed

Library Director

Linda A. Devlin

Asssociate Director

David Lisa

Library Commissioners

Robert Weil, President

Patrick Abusi, Vice President

Nancy Costantino, Joyce Ellis, Barbara Laynor

Freeholder Liaison

Ian K. Leonard

Anthony P. Infanti - Bellmawr Branch Library35 East Browning RoadBellmawr, NJ 08031 Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Debbie Stefano, Branch Manager(856) 931-1400

Gloucester TownshipBlackwood Rotary Public Library 15 South Black Horse Pike Blackwood, NJ 08012 Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Anne Ackroyd, Branch Manager(856) 228-0022

M. Allan Vogelson Regional Branch Library203 Laurel RoadVoorhees, NJ 08043 Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sunday, 1 - 5 p.m.Closed Sundays during the summerWilliam Brahms, Branch Manager(856) 772-1636 ext.7308

Merchantville Public Library130 S. Centre Street Merchantville, NJ 08109 Monday and Wednesday, 2 - 9 p.m.Tuesday and Thursday, 2 - 5 p.m.Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.Eve Brown, Branch Manager(856) 665-3128

Riletta L. Cream - Ferry AvenueBranch Library852 Ferry AvenueCamden, NJ 08104Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Jerald Szpila, Branch Manager(856) 342-9789

Rutgers-Camden Branch300 North 4th StreetCamden, NJ 08102Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.(Intersection of 5th and Penn St.) Jerald Szpila, Branch Manager856-225-6807

South County Regional Branch Library35 Coopers Folly RoadWinslow Township, NJ 08004 Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sunday, 1 - 5 p.m.Closed Sundays during the summerEdward Troike, Branch Manager(856) 228-0022

William G. Rohrer Memorial Library-Haddon Twp. Branch15 MacArthur Bouelvard Westmont, NJ 08108 Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Jennifer Druce, Branch Manager(856) 854-2752

Virtual Branchwww.camdencoutylibrary.org

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Friday June 8

10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Vogelson

Summer BOOK SALE!

203 Laurel Road, Voorhees, NJ

Saturday June 9 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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Camden County Officials

Louis Cappelli, Jr., Freeholder Director

Edward McDonnell, Freeholder Deputy Director

Rodney A. Greco, Freeholder

Jeffrey L. Nash, Freeholder

Ian K. Leonard, Freeholder

Scot McCray, Freeholder

Carmen Rodriguez, Freeholder

Joseph Ripa, County Clerk

Charles H. Billingham, Sheriff

Patricia Egan Jones, Surrogate

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Library Director Linda A. Devlin David Lisa Ia a · Library (NJ), a reference librarian at Wayne Public Library (NJ) and an access services librarian at Mercyhurst College's Hammermill