Kids ages 2 and up are invited to join us for a morning of creativity! Stop by and create colorful works of art and enjoy some delicious cookie snacks. No registration required - just show up!
** Please contact us ahead of time at [email protected] or (609) 463-6350 if you child has a food allergy and would like to attend. We can easily make accommodations so that everyone can participate. **
Monday, April 17th at 10am at the Lower Cape Library
Join us at the Court House Branch's Teen Space on Tuesday, March 14th for a special treat: Chocolate Mug Cake. It'll be the most literal cupcake you've ever had! All ingredients and mugs included! First come, first served.
TLC
Makers Day NJ
Celebrating makers of all types and ages! Come learn how you can be a maker too! Join us for a day of making and exploring.
March 25th from 10 am to 3pm
Reserve the date! Lots of workshops and events to come, with many community partners.
adult
The Armenian Genocide
Presented by Robert Holden
Monday, March 6th
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Stone Harbor Library
Mr. Holden will show the film of the same title, and discuss this first modern known Genocide; its origins, results, and subsequent events. He will also discuss modern Turkey’s continued strenuous objections that the genocide even occurred, and the ongoing pursuits to squelch the truth of this terrible chapter of history.
St. Patricks Day Hat Box
Stop in to learn how to use our Cricut Maker - the amazing cutting system that can do so many things! You can make cards, 3D paper designs, vinyl stickers, iron on transfers, and more. Each month we will feature a small take home craft. You can also schedule time to work on your own projects, and bring your own materials.
SPECIAL EVENT! Join us for DIY Charm Bracelets at the Court House Teen Space on Wednesday, March 8th at 1 PM. Learn about how to make various charms and the meanings behind them! All materials included. First come, first served.
adult
Winter Raptors
Presented by The Cape May Bird Observatory
Wednesday, March 8th
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lower Township Library
Each new season not only brings changing temperatures, but also brings in a variety of different wildlife into your backyard! Join CMBOs Director, Brett Ewald, as he discusses the wintering hawks, eagles, and owls that can be found in Southern New Jersey and how you can identify them.
Homeschoolers ages 4-17 are invited to participate in the Cape May County Library's Homeschool Science Fair. Think of a research project or science experiment, work on it at home, in the field, or the library, and present your findings at the Cape May Court House Library on Thursday April 13th. The space will be available for set-up at 12:30pm. Come ready to discuss your project (two minute maximum). Be sure to let us know about your experiment, so we can provide the space for you.
** Limitations included: No experiments involving fire, explosions, caustic chemicals, human tissue or fluids, or animal cruelty.**
Please contact the Children's Department with any questions by calling (609) 463-6350 x300 or by emailing [email protected]
Tuesday, March 14th
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Cape May Court House Library
Dreary grey days of winter got you down? One way to get out of the winter blues is to start planning for the spring garden. The best way to begin is by planting some seeds. Join us for a chat with Joe Alvarez about which seeds are best for spring planting.
Up to 30 minutes of tech help without an appointment
Have a tech question? We have answers! From android phones to zoom meetings and everything in between, we can offer up to 30 minutes of tech help on a first-come, first-served basis.
No registration required.
KIDS
Beth Ferry Visit
Children's author, Beth Ferry will share with us her brand new children's book, THE UMBRELLA on Saturday, April 1st at 10am at the Court House Library!
We hope you can join us for this special event! Children 4 and up and their caregivers are invited to meet author Beth Ferry! Beth will conduct a story time for attendees, read 2-3 books, talk about the writing process, and answer questions. Bonus fun: there will be snacks and a craft.
Beth is New Jersey native who's the author of over 25 children's books. For more information about Beth and her writing checkout her website https://www.bethferry.com/
