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Novel Mornings
Thursday, October 2, 11:30am
Join us for a lively book discussion. Check out a copy of the novel Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia and get ready to share your thoughts with our discussion group. Didn’t finish the book? Feel free to join us anyway!
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The Rambling Readers: A Walking Book Group
Friday, October 24, 3:00pm
Meet Librarian Jenn at Washington Lake Park for a leisurely stroll through the park, while we discuss our latest read. There is no specific book assigned to read. Discuss your favorite or least favorite book. Make suggestions to others on books they may enjoy. Learn from others about new books to add to your reading list. This group is for anyone who enjoys reading, regardless of who or what you like to read. All this while getting your steps in for the day. We will cover approximately 1-1.5 miles. Please wear comfortable clothes/footwear. We will meet in Lot A. This program is open to all adults. Advance registration is required. Please provide a contact number in case we have to cancel the program due to inclement weather.
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Concert: Donna Feldman and Jacquie Spears
Thursday, October 2, 7:00pm
Donna Feldman and Jacquie Spears are South Jersey natives who met being part of the local music scene. They both play at festivals and are regulars at Alberts Hall in Waretown, NJ, and are happy to bring the sounds of country and traditional music to the library.
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New Jersey Shipwrecks with Shipwreck Diver Dan Lieb
Saturday, October 18, 1:00pm
This presentation by shipwreck diver Dan Lieb covers nearly 300 years of shipwreck activity in New Jersey waters including both World Wars.
This program is possible because of the generous support from the Friends of the Heggan Library.
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Introduction to AI
Thursday, October 23, 6:30pm
Curious about AI? Do you want to know more about Chat GPT? This lecture will introduce some of the basic ideas around artificial intelligence. We’ll talk about how AI is being used today, what its current limitations are, and how it will shape the future! This program is presented by a representative from AARP.
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Cupcake Decorating With Allison
Saturday, October 25, 1:00pm
Learn decorating basics and create cupcake designs like a pro. All supplies are provided. Allison will show you how to decorate your cupcakes. Any cupcakes you decorate you get to take home to eat! This program will be held in the meeting room. Due to limited seating, this program is open to adult Heggan cardholders.
This program is possible because of the generous support of the Friends of the Heggan Library.
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South Jersey Ghost Research Group: Paranormal Presentation
Tuesday, October 28, 7:00pm
An evening of education and intrigue at the library. The presentation will begin with a 25-minute video explaining who SJGR is and their mission to help those in need - completely free of charge. The video encompasses photos, the equipment used and spirit voices known as Electronic Voice Phenomena or EVPs, that were recorded during their investigations in NJ, PA, and NY. They close the presentation with a question and answer session.
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Teen Writing Club
Wednesday, October 1, 4:00pm
Do you like to write? Do you like playing with words or pictures to tell a story? Are poetry and lyrics more your style? Do you want to write a book someday? Why not start today? Through mysteries, fantasies, horror stories, histories, adventures, essays, letters, and more, the Writing Club explores and creates a variety of writings both individual and collective.
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Teen Art Club
Monday, October 6, 4:00pm
Explore your interest in art with friends. Participants will have time, space, and materials to create. This monthly club will be led by a Teen Advisory Board member and is meant to allow teens to explore all things ART! Come check it out and have fun while exploring favorite artistic mediums and hanging out with like-minded friends. Meetings include discussions, art challenges, time for participants to work on individual projects, collaborations with fellow members, or simply hanging out while incubating one’s creative genius. Come join us to create and have a supportive sounding board for your creativity.
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TAB Teen Book Club
Wednesday, October 15, 4:00pm
Interested in lively teen and tween book discussions? Come join us to chat! Chapter Chat is a Heggan YA focused book club. This group is led by Teen Advisory Board members. This book club meets monthly to discuss popular authors and works of YA fiction. Participants generally select a theme for the books and authors to be discussed each month.
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Teen Heritage Club
Thursday, October 23, 4:00pm
Would you like to learn more about the cultures that make up Washington Township? Would you like to learn more about your own? Come join the Teen & Tween Heritage Club!
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S.M.I.L.E.
Thursday, October 2, 6:30pm
S.M.I.L.E. (Silent Mentors in Literary Education): Read to a dog or cat! For registration, please call or visit the library.
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Science Shenanigans!
Wednesday, October 8, 6:30pm
Get ready to explore, experiment, and get a little messy! Join us for hands-on science fun with simple, kid-friendly experiments that spark curiosity and laughs. Perfect for young scientists in grades K–5!
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Halloween Storytime and Parade
Friday, October 31, 10:00am
Wear your most spooktacular costumes and join us for a Halloween themed storytime! Afterwards, we will parade around the building and make a few stops to “trick or treat!” All ages!
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