All programs will be held in the library community room unless noted.
Readers of all ages are invited to participate in our summer reading program! Beginning June 16th, participants read and log books for a chance to win prizes.
Kids (Ages 0-6)
Fill out the Google form (or a paper log) with the number of books you have read! Keep track throughout the summer and the two highest readers receive a gift card!
Elementary (Ages 7-12) and Teen (Ages 13-18)
Earn a ticket for every book read and submit you ticket towards a prize drawing at the end of the summer!
Adults
Earn a ticket each time you borrow books to read and be eligible for a prize drawing at the end of the summer!
School Summer Reading Lists
6th Grade Summer Reading Books
7th Grade Summer Reading Books
Collingswood Community Movie Night: The Hate U Give
Thursday, June 19 from 6pm-8:15pm
Join us for a showing of the 2018 film The Hate You Give, rated PG-13. Snacks will be provided. Children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. Running time 2hrs, 13 min.
Register for the Collingswood Community Movie Night: The Hate U Give.
Tie Dye Party
Tuesday, June 24 from 10am-2pm
Ages 4 and up
Start the fun this summer at our tie dye party! Sign ups are required for a 15 minute time slot. You must bring your own items to tie dye (one item per person, cotton recommended). Adults must assist children under the age of 6. Wearing old clothing is recommended.
Register for the tie dye party.
Family Nature Walk
Friday, July 11 from 10:45-11:15am at the Scottish Rite
Explore nature and observe wildlife at the Scottish Rite!
Register for the Family Nature Walk.
Popcorn & Pictures
Thursdays at 1pm starting June 26th
Watch a movie at the library! Upcoming movies include:
Kung Fu Panda 4
IF
Garfield Movie
Inside Out 2
Despicable Me 4
Paddington in Peru
The Wild Robot
Moana 2
Mufasa: The Lion King
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
See the online calendar for dates. The Collingswood Movie Series is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Zoophoria NJ Animal Show
Tuesday, July 8 from 5-6pm at the Scottish Rite
See some live animals in a wildlife program by Zoophoria NJ! No registration required.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Bouncing Babies Storytime
Wednesdays, 10am-10:30am
Ages 0-17 months
Come to the library for a giggly and wiggly lapsit for babies!
Register for Bouncing Babies Storytime.
Building Blocks Storytime
Fridays, 10am-10:30am at the Scottish Rite
Ages 18-35 months
Join Melissa and Renee for storytime! We will read stories, sing songs and learn American Sign Language (ASL)!
Register for Building Blocks Storytime.
Ready to Read Storytime
June 7, July 5, August 2 10-10:30am
Ages 3-5
Join Renee for Saturday storytime!
Register for Ready to Read Storytime.
Preschool Craft Time
June 3, July 15, August 12, 3:30-4:00pm
Ages 3-5
Make a fun craft to take home for ages 3-5.
Register for Preschool Craft Time.
STEAM Jr. Creation Station
Weekdays 10am-5pm and Saturdays 10am-1pm in the Youth Services Department
Ages 3-5 years
Stop in and visit our STEAM Jr. area! Explore STEAM materials curated especially for kids 5 and under. No registration required.
DogMan Crafts
Tuesday, June 17 from 1-3pm in Youth Services
Calling all Dogman fans! Join us at the library for fun projects and activities inspired by everyone’s favorite canine crime fighter! No registration required.
DogMan Movie
Thursday, June 19 from 1-3pm
Watch the DogMan movie at the library! Running time: 1 hr, 34 min. Rating: PG.
This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Wednesday, July 9 from 3:30-4pm
This program is sold out!
Leave your stuffed animals with us for a night of library camping fun and receive a scrapbook of their adventures when you pick them up the next day. Drop off is on July 9 from 3:30-4; pick up is in Youth Services on July 10.
Register for the Stuffed Animal Sleepover.
Monday Masterpieces
Mondays from 10am-4pm in Youth Services
Recommended ages 7 and up
Create a new type of art based on a popular artist. While supplies last. No registration required.
Creative Construction Zone
Tuesdays from 10am-4pm in Youth Services
Recommended ages 5 and up
Create LEGO masterpieces in Youth Services! No registration required.
Wearable Wednesday
Wednesdays from 10am-4pm in Youth Services
Recommended ages 7 and up
Try bracelet making in Youth Services! No registration required.
Friday Fun & Games
Fridays from 10am-5pm in Youth Services
Make family memories with board games and puzzles in Youth Services! No registration required.
Thinking Money 4 Kids
Take part in some fun games that involve money! No registration required.
Currency Conga/Piggy Bank Theater
Thursday July 19 from 4-4:30pm
Decorate a piggy bank and play Twister with coins! Ages 5-7.
Penny Pinchers’ Party
Thursday, July 17 from 4-4:30pm
Plan the perfect party with the least amount of money! Ages 6-9.
Pet Cents
Thursday, July 24 from 4-4:30pm
“Adopt” a pet and discover the ups and downs of pet ownership! Ages 8-11.
Making Moo-lah
Thursday, July 31 from 4-4:30pm
Work together to run a farm! Ages 7-12.
Artsy Activities for Teens
Drop by the library during the summer for a passive craft! A new activity will be available every other week in the Teen Area. No registration required.
Collingswood Reads Book Club
3rd or 4th Wednesdays 7-8pm
Adults and teens are welcome to join in a community book discussion each month.
Join us OUTDOORS at the Scottish Rite Mansion for our June-August meetings, weather pending. See our website for updates.
July 23: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon (Fiction)
August 27: Sigh, Gone by Phuc Tran (Memoir)
Multiple print copies available by searching the library catalog.
Audiobook and eBook copies are available on the Libby App.
Upcoming book titles & more info on the Collingswood Reads Book Club webpage.
Art on the Big Screen
Wednesday, August 20 from 6-7:30pm
Watch the 2017 film Loving Vincent! Running time: 1, hr, 35 min. Rating: PG13
Light refreshments will be provided. No registration required.
This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Craft Swap
Wednesday, August 13 from 6:30-7:30pm
Do you have craft supplies leftover from a craft that wasn’t for you? Do you want to try a craft but don’t have the money to invest in supplies? Join us for our Craft Supplies Swap!
Stop by Youth Services and drop off your unwanted craft supplies between August 1 and August 11th to receive an early bird ticket for early access! Anyone who drops off supplies will receive an early bird ticket which will admint you into the swap half an hour before everyone else (from 6-6:30pm). From 6:30-7:30pm, anyone is welcome to take supplies, even if you didn’t make a donation.
Participants can take home one bag full of craft supplies. Please bring your own bag.
No registration required.
Find out more information about the Craft Swap here (PDF).
Crochet Basics
June 26, July 24, August 21 5-6pm
Open for both beginners and more experienced crocheters.
Come learn to crochet, or work on your own projects. A new pattern will be supplied each meeting, along with crochet hooks to use during the event and yarn.
Paint & Sip
Wednesday, July 23 from 5-7pm
Enjoy a mocktail while painting with friends!