By L. HABER
The Sun
For libraries across the county, April 13 to 19 will commemorate National Library Week.
For the Camden County M. Allen Vogelson Regional Branch in town, the schedule for National Library Week is as full as possible, with activities for children, teens and adults.
On Monday, April1 14, and Wednesday, April 16, the library will be hosting special classes for residents learning to speak English.
Called “Conversation Class,” these group discussions, both scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon, will allow people speaking English as their second language, or people simply wanting to improve their speech, to learn from instructors and each other. Lively impromptu topics will be brought up in conversation, and all will have the chance to practice speaking and sharing experiences with other participants.
On Tuesday, April 15, the library will host the ever-popular Real Life Reads Book Club. This activity is also for adults.
From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the first floor café, there will be a book chat about Malcolm Gladwell’s “The Tipping Point: how little things can make a big difference.” Adults who have read the book, or are curious about the book topic or author, are encouraged to attend.
Other events are also scheduled for Wednesday, April 16.
Starting at 10:30 a.m., Jump Start Story Time will allow babies and parents or caregivers the opportunity to start their morning with fun, including a lively story time, songs and a short play. Babies 12 to 18 months are best suited for this activity.
At 4:30 p.m., the library will host Crochet and Knit Club. Children, teens and adults with all skill levels are welcome to head to the library to learn crocheting and knitting techniques. Experienced knitters currently working on a project and wanting to socialize with others in the community are encouraged to attend.
National Library Week will continue through Thursday, April 17, as crafting activities at the library are on the agenda for that day.
At 4:30 p.m., children in second grade and younger can come to the library to grab an after school snack, and freely craft with supplies provided by the library.
From 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., children of all ages are welcome to craft at the library during what is being dubbed, “Art Hour.”
The library will cap off the week with a family-friendly Friday movie night on April 18, as well as an open mic event.
The Friday Night Flick will be a surprise, but families are welcome to dress comfortably and get cozy in the library’s meeting room A. Popcorn and other goodies will be served during the movie.
From 7 to 8:30 p.m. in study room E, library staff hosting the open mic welcomes both poetry readers and musicians to attend. Voorhees residents of all ages are invited to stop by, socialize and participate. No registration is required for the open mic night, though other programs require prior registration.
To register or learn more about programs during National Library Week and throughout the year, please call the library at 772–6105.
