Early Literacy
Bouncing Babies Storytime
Fridays 10-10:30am
Ages 0-18 months
Come to the library for a giggly and wiggly lapsit for babies! Register here.
Building Blocks Storytime
Fridays 10-10:30am outside 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)! Please bring your own seating. In case of bad weather, the program will be moved to the community room at the library and announcements will be made on our website and social media. Register here.
Ready to Read Storytime
Saturdays Monthly 10-10:30am
Sept 7 Nov 2 Dec 7
Ages 3-5
Join Renee for Saturday storytime! Learn and have fun at the same time through books, songs and games! Register here.
Preschool Craft Time
Tuesdays Monthly 3:30-4pm
Sept 3 Oct 1 Nov 12 Dec 3
Ages 3-5
Make a fun craft to take home for ages 3-5. Register here.
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.
Elementary
Art Club
Mondays Monthly 3:15-4pm
Sept 23 Oct 28 Nov 18
Ages 7-11
Learn about famous artists, look at some of their work, and create a project inspired by the artist and their techniques. All supplies are provided. Register here.
Lego Junior
Thursdays Monthly 4-5pm
Oct 3 Nov 7
Ages 5-7
Calling all Lego fans! Come to the library and complete fun Lego challenges. Complete the weekly challenge or create your own Lego masterpiece to share with others! Register here.
STEAM Creation Station
Wednesdays & Thursdays Weekly 3:30-5pm in the Youth Services Department
Ages 6-11
Stop in and visit our STEAM cart during Creation Station hours. Explore materials and supplies in the different STEAM Bins. Create, make, invent, and problem solve using the challenge cards or instructions in the bin.
Pirate Party
Sept 19 3:30-4:30pm
Ages 5-8
Ahoy mateys! Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day and join us for some pirate crafts and games! No registration required.
Coco Family Movie Event
October 14 1-3pm
Watch a movie with us! All ages welcome. Running time: 1 hr, 45 minutes. Rated PG.
This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Spooky Stuffed Animal Sleepover
October 16 4-4:30pm
Drop off your plush pals for a spooky sleepover at the library and get a scrapbook filled with their fun escapades when you collect them the following day! Register here.
Halloween Party
Oct 30 4-5pm
Ages 5-8
Celebrate Halloween a day early with some spooky crafts and activities. Costumes are encouraged! No registration required.
Tween
Lego Club
Thursdays Monthly 4-5pm
Oct 17 Nov 21
Ages 8-12
Calling all Lego fans! Come to the library and complete fun Lego challenges. Choose from the Lego Challenge box or create your own Lego masterpiece to share with others! Register here.
Magic the Gathering
Thursdays Monthly 4-5pm
Sept 12 Oct 10 Nov 14
Ages 10-14
Learn to play one of the most popular trading card games on the planet! Register here.
Roll for Adventure: Tween Dungeons and Dragons
Select Wednesdays 4-6pm
Ages 10-13
Join your fellow adventurers for exciting quests and hopefully save the day! No equipment needed, simply come as you are. Participants will create characters at their first session and meet monthly. There are limited spots so sign up soon! For questions, email Melissa at mdesantis@collingswoodlib.org. Register here.
Tween Crochet Club
Fridays Monthly 3-4:30pm in Youth Services
Sept 27 Oct 25 Nov 22
Come and crochet with your friends every fourth Friday upstairs in Youth Services! Work on a new pattern, or continue your current projects. Snacks and supplies will be provided! No registration required. For questions, email Emma at etallman@collingswoodlib.org.
Teen
College Essay Brainstorm Workshop
October 9 6-7:30pm on Zoom
Getting ready for college but need help crafting the perfect admission essay? Learn the skills needed to write compelling essays and editing skills that will make your application stand out! This class will take place on Zoom. Sign up here to receive a Zoom link.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens
Tuesdays Monthly 5-7:30pm
Oct 22 Nov 19 Dec 17
Play Dungeons and Dragons at the library with a monthly oneshot! Create your own Level 5-8 character ahead of time or use a premade one. No registration required.
Teen Cart
Fridays Monthly 3-4:30pm in the Teen Area
Sept 20 Oct 4, 18 Nov 1, 13, 15
Stop by the Teen Area to use the Teen Cart! Various after school activities will be available each week, such as board games, the Nintendo Switch, coloring, crochet supplies, bracelet making supplies and other craft items. Snacks will also be available. No registration required.
Teen Crochet
Fridays Monthly 3-4:30pm in the Teen Area
Sept 13, 27 Oct 11, 25 Nov 8, 22
Ages 13-18
Learn how to crochet or work on your own project! Supplies are provided. 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.
Further details for upcoming fall meetings here!
Crochet Basics
Sept 25, Oct 23, Nov 27 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. Register here.
Indoor Plant Swap
September 18 6:30-7:30pm
Join us in celebrating National Indoor Plants Week by taking part in our first Indoor Plant Swap event. Our plant swap follows a “give one, take one” format for a free exchange of plants. Simply bring rooted cuttings or small potted houseplants that you’ve grown from cuttings and would like to trade. Remember to label your plants in advance with the plant name, basic care instructions, water needs and lighting requirements.