Introducing our new library pal, DEXTER!

  Thanks to our patrons for helping name our

new buddy - your response was overwhelming!

Look for Dexter to spread his cheer and help point you in the right direction for your various library needs. 

Program Spotlight:

Nature Savers: Local Heroes Speaker Series

Ventnor Branch's effort to highlight local conservationists and wildlife rescuers.

Coral Reef Restorer, Eileen Fox

Saturday, May 10, 2 pm

Ages 18 & up

Meet Eileen Fox, a local conservationist who replenishes coral. Learn more about our ocean ecology and measures being taken to preserve coral from the rising ocean temperatures.

-Ventnor Branch-

Register to attend

Garden State Tortoise

Saturday, May 24, 2 pm

All ages

Meet Otis, the Eastern Box Turtle and YouTube star from Garden State Tortoise. Garden State Tortoise is a local turtle rescue and sanctuary that cares for turtles 

in New Jersey.

-Ventnor Branch-

Register to attend

Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge

Saturday, May 31, 1 pm

All ages

Cedar Run is a wildlife refuge, rehabilitation hospital, and nature center on the edge of the New Jersey Pinelands. Learn how they rehabilitate wild animals and about the unique ecology of South Jersey.

-Ventnor Branch-

Register to attend

Mother's Day Festivities

Colorful Mother's Day Cards

Saturday, May 10, 10 am

Open to children & teens

Spark your imagination and create a colorful Mother's Day card using our assorted supplies. Express your love with your own personalized messages

or use pre-printed notes.

-Pleasantville Branch-

Register to attend

Mother's Day Prince & Princess Storytime

Saturday, May 10, 10 am

Ages 5 & older

Our special storytime in honor of Mother's Day is also a royal event!

Wear your crowns and fanciest outfits.

-Ventnor Branch-

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Mother's Day Tea Party

Saturday, May 10, 1 pm

All ages

Join us for a celebration of the special women in your life. We'll have a variety of teas, finger foods, and other refreshments to enjoy.

-Hammonton Branch-

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Family Craft Day: Fun Flower Bracelets

Saturday, May 10, 3 pm

All ages

Enjoy a family day of crafting. Share your family's creativity with other participants and take home your art pieces. All materials provided.

-Absecon Branch-

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Other Programs in May

Junior Prom:

Toddler Free-Play Day

Friday, May 2, 10:30 am

Ages 1-5

Dress in your finest threads and come enjoy a morning of free play, dancing, and other fun activities.

-Mays Landing Branch-

Register to attend

Star Wars Day Family Craft

Saturday, May 3, 2 pm

Open to children & teens

May the Fourth be with you!  

Celebrate Star Wars at the library by making paper cup droids.

-Somers Point Branch-

Register to attend

Garden Talk: Summer Prep

Saturday, May 17, 10:30 am

Ages 18+

It's never too late to start your garden.  Join us for tips and tricks to get your garden ready for summer.

-Egg Harbor Township Branch-

Register to attend

We Can Help with That!

For some, the end of the school year brings testing and

even job hunting.  We have a few resources that can help...and of course, all FREE with your library card!

Mometrix eLibrary

An online database that offers quality test prep materials to help users maximize their study time by focusing on the most essential components of test mastery.

More info

Peterson's Test & Career Prep

Free test and career prep software to help your job search or advance your career.

More info

Tutor.com

Provides homework help with certified tutors and assessment quizzes, as well as resume and cover letter templates, interview guidelines and more for job seekers.

More info

Holiday Closure

Remembering Our Heroes

Plan a visit to the Atlantic County Veteran's Museum!

Hours:

Thursday-Saturday, 10 am-4 pm

The Atlantic County Veterans Museum is located in the historic Daniel Estell House, adjacent to the Atlantic County Park at Estell Manor and the Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery. It includes military artifacts and personal donations from every war and conflict beginning with the Revolutionary War through modern day.

Admission is free.

Group tours are available by appointment.

Phone: (609) 909-7305

Address: 189 State Highway Route 50, Mays Landing, NJ 08330

Website: Click here

Atlantic County Library System | 40 Farragut Avenue, Mays Landing, NJ 08330
Phone: (609) 625-2776 | 
www.atlanticlibrary.org

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Atlantic County Executive Dennis Levinson
Atlantic County Board of Commissioners, Richard R. Dase, Chairman