MLK Day of Service
Monday January 19 10am-12pm
Join the Collingswood Library as we celebrate MLK Day of Service with a community project! This year we will be creating utensil packets for Cathedral Kitchen.
Anyone interested in volunteering is asked to sign up for a 15 minute time slot. Due to popularity, a maximum number of kits will be made per person so signing up as a group is recommended. MLK Day of Service registration.
NJ Maker Day
Saturday March 21 10am-12pm
New Jersey Makers Day is a statewide initiative created to highlight STEM and maker culture. Stay tuned for more information!
Bouncing Babies Storytime
Wednesday 10am-10:30am
Ages 0-17 months
Come to the library for a fun lapsit for babies! Register for Bouncing Babies Storytime here.
Building Blocks Storytime
Fridays 10am-10:30am
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 here.
Ready to Read Storytime
Saturdays Monthly 10am-10:30am
Jan 3 Feb 7
Ages 3-5 years
Join Renee for Saturday storytime! Register for Ready to Read Storytime here.
Preschool Craft Time
Tuesdays Monthly 3:30-4pm
Jan 13 Feb 10
Ages 3-6 years
Create a fun craft! Register for Preschool Craft Time here.
STEAM Jr. Creation Station
Monday-Friday 10am-5pm and Saturday 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.
Art Club
Mondays Monthly 3:30-4:15pm
Jan 12 Feb 16
Ages 7-10
Explore and create various forms of art and connect with other art enthusiasts! All supplies are provided. Register for Art Club here.
LEGO Junior
Thursdays Monthly 4-5pm
Jan 8 Feb 5
Ages 5-7
Calling all LEGO fans! Complete the weekly challenge or create your own LEGO masterpiece to share with others! Register for LEGO Junior here.
Pokémon Pals
Thursdays Monthly
Jan 29 3:30-4pm
Ages 7-11
Catch ’em all…and make some new friends! Bring your cards to show off or battle, have a snack and talk Pokémon! No registration required.
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.
Junk It!
Fridays Monthly 3:30-4:15pm
Jan 23 Feb 27
Ages 11-13
Learn how to make your own junk journal using repurposed materials! Registration for Junk It is encouraged but not required. Register for Junk It here.
LEGO Club
Thursdays Monthly 4-5pm
Jan 15 Feb 19
Ages 8-12
Calling all LEGO fans! Choose from the LEGO Challenge box or create your own LEGO masterpiece to share with others! Register for LEGO Club here.
Artsy Activities for Teens
New Crafts Monthly in the Teen Area
Stop by the Teen Area for a DIY activity! New projects will be available each month. Come and create with friends! Projects and instructions will be available on a table in the Teen Area as a self-guided drop in program.
Magic the Gathering
Thursdays Monthly 4-5pm
Jan 15 Feb 12
Ages 12-18
Play one of the most popular trading card games on the planet! Participate in Standard or Commander format games. Instruction will be provided for new players. No registration required.
Collingswood Reads Book Club
3rd or 4th Wednesdays 7-8pm
Join the Collingswood Public Library’s very own book club! Adults and teens are welcome to gather and discuss the monthly book pick amongst neighbors. Further details for upcoming book club meetings can be found here!
Crochet Basics
Tuesdays Monthly 5-6pm
Jan 27 Feb 24
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 for Crochet Basics here.
Movie Night: American Fiction
Tuesday Feb 3 5:45-7:45pm
Join us for a viewing of the film American Fiction, based on the 2001 novel Erasure by Percival Everett, rated R. This event is for adults (17+). Light refreshments will be provided; you may bring in snacks or meals, if you like. Help us plan this event by registering for movie night here.
This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Pal-entine’s Day Craft Night
Wednesday February 11 6-7:30pm
Come and celebrate Valentine’s Day with us and create some fun crafts! Whether you are an experienced crafter or just wanting to try something new, everyone will leave with new creations!
This program is for adults only. Pal-entine’s Craft Night registration.