Upcoming Library Events and Programs in Dec.

COURT HOUSE – Upcoming Library Events and Programs in Dec.:
County Library Hosts Technology Learning Program:
The Cape May County Library will host “Technology Petting Zoo” presented by Melissa Brisbin and Jeff Trout throughout the month of Dec. The program will take place at the Main Library located at 30 W. Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House. Hours will vary depending on the availability of staff.
The Cape May County Library is here to help you learn about mobile devices. We have a wide variety of eReaders, iPads, Android-based tablets and Kindles. These devices are readily available for anyone to stop by and discover, play and ask questions. No registration required. For additional information, please call (609) 463-6380 or (609) 463-6341 or visit online at www.cmclibrary.org.
Fri., Dec. 7:
Cape May County Library Hosts Holiday Celebration:
The public is invited to the Annual Holiday Celebration at the Main Library on Fri., Dec. 7, the night of Christmas in Court House. The Main Library is located at 30 W. Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House.
List of events:
Noon – 7:30 p.m. ─ Bake sale to benefit Lunch with Lynch
4:30 – 7:30 p.m. ─ Tech the Halls: Hands on technology help with the new TLC Department
5 & 6:30 p.m. ─ Christmas Puppet Show performed by The Library Children’s Department
5:15 – 5:45 p.m. ─ Musical performance by the Joyful Ringers Bell Choir
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ─ Craft time for adults & children
6 p.m. ─ Library’s Bookmobile is in the Annual Christmas Parade
Additionally, there will be caroling of classic Christmas songs throughout the night. Light refreshments will be served. For more information call 463-6350 or visit www.cmclibrary.org.
Sat., Dec. 8:
Make Holiday Ornaments at County Library:
The Cape May County Library invites the public to attend the workshop “Felted Holiday Ornament” instructed by Paige Cunningham at 10 a.m. on Sat., Dec. 8. The workshop will take place at the Cape May City Branch Library located at 110 Ocean Street, Cape May. Get ready for the holidays with needle-felted decorations. We will use colorful wool roving to create holiday ornaments, decorations and holiday pins. Please bring felting needles and foam block to class.
Class size is limited; therefore, registration and a valid library card are required to attend. A $10 non-refundable materials fee is due upon registration. For additional information, please call 884-9568 or visit online at www.cmclibrary.org.
Mon., Dec. 10:
County Library Hosts Movie Night:
The Cape May County Library invites the public to attend a viewing of Scrooged. The program will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Mon., Dec. 10 at the Sea Isle Branch Library located at 4800 Central Avenue, Sea Isle City.
For additional information, please call 263-7301 or visit online at www.cmclibrary.org.
Dec. 11 and Dec. 19:
County Library Hosts LEGO Club:
The Cape May County Library invites children ages 5 to 12 years old and their caregivers to LEGO Club to be held at four library branches in Dec.
In order to develop a theme for each meeting, we’ll read books to get ideas about what to construct and then bring out the LEGOs and build, build, build! Parents are encouraged to stay through the meetings and build with their kids.
Join the fun at the following library branches:
Tues., Dec. 11:
3:30 p.m. – Lower Cape Branch, 2600 Bayshore Road, Villas (886-8999)
Wed., Dec. 19:
4:30 p.m. – Sea Isle City Branch, 4800 Central Avenue, Sea Isle City (263-7301)
County Library Hosts Sugarplum Storytimes:
The Cape May County Library invites children ages 2 to 6 and their families to attend Sugarplum Storytime in Dec.
Celebrate the season with this pajama storytime! We will read holiday stories, sing songs and decorate a cookie to eat with milk!
Come join the fun on the following dates, times and libraries:
Mon., Dec. 10:
6:30 p.m. – Upper Cape Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg (628-2607)
Tues., Dec. 11:
6:30 p.m. – Main Branch, 30 W. Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House (463-6354)
Wed., Dec. 12:
6:30 p.m. – Wildwood Crest Branch, 6301 Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest (522-0564)
Thur., Dec. 13:
5:00 p.m. – Woodbine Branch, 800 Monroe Street, Woodbine (861-2501)
6:30 p.m. – Lower Cape Branch, 2600 Bayshore Road, Villas (886-8999)
Mon., Dec. 17:
6:30 p.m. – Sea Isle City Branch, 4800 Central Ave in Sea Isle City (263-7301)
Tues., Dec. 18:
6:30 p.m. – Cape May City Branch, Ocean & Hughes Streets, Cape May (884-9568)
No registration is required for these events. For additional information, please contact the Children’s Room at (609) 463-6354 or visit online at www.cmclibrary.org.
Thur., Dec. 13:
County Library Hosts Natural History Lectures:
The Cape May County Library invites the public to attend “Natural Cape May” presented by Mike Crewe at 6 p.m. on Thur., Dec. 13. The program will take place at the Cape May City Branch Library located at 110 Ocean Street, Cape May.
Take a look at the natural world in Cape May County and beyond. Birds, mammals, flowers, insects and much more, all come under the spotlight as we look at what to expect now and in the coming month. Class size is limited; therefore, registration and a valid library card are required to attend. For additional information, please call 884-9568 or visit online at www.cmclibrary.org.
Fri., Dec. 14:
County Library Hosts Aromatherapy Workshop:
The Cape May County Library invites the public to attend “Naturally Scented Holiday Candles: An Aromatherapy Workshop” presented by Kinko Hamilton. The workshop will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Fri., Dec. 14 at Sea Isle Branch Library located at 4800 Central Avenue, Sea Isle City.
This season create naturally scented holiday candles. These pure and potent candles promote physical, emotional and spiritual health. Participants will make two candles and receive wrapping and accessories to turn the candles into a great holiday gift.
Class size is limited; therefore, registration and a valid library card are required to attend. A $10 non-refundable materials fee is due upon registration. For additional information, please call 263-7301 or visit online at www.cmclibrary.org.
Sat., Dec. 15:
County Library Hosts Cooking Demonstration on Healthy Holiday Faire:
The Cape May County Library invites the public to attend “Cape Cuisine: Healthy Holiday Faire” presented by Chef Mark Kalla at 1 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 15. The program will take place at the Main Library located at 30 W. Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House.
Chef Kalla will demonstrate how to prepare healthy holiday foods. Learn how to trim the fat and keep the flavor of traditional Christmas foods. Participants will be invited to sample the foods that have been prepared.
This program is free, however, space is limited; therefore registration is required. For more information, call 463-6350 or see www.cmclibrary.org .
Sat., Dec. 15:
County Library Offers iPhone Learning Program:
The Cape May County Library will present “Exploring the iPhone” from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 15. The program, taught by Melissa Brisbin, will take place at the Main Library located at 30 W. Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House.
Are you thinking about a new phone or just curious about why the iPhone is so popular? This class will illustrate the basic functionality of the iPhone, as well as, look into tips, tricks and shortcuts that will benefit the novice to the expert.
No registration is required. For additional information, please call (609) 463-6380 or (609) 463-6341 or visit online at www.cmclibrary.org.
Wed., Dec. 17, Wed., Dec. 19:
County Library Offers Holiday Craft Class for Teens:
The Cape May County Library invites teens, ages 12 to 18, to come to a special craft class just for them in Dec.. Teen Holiday Card Crafts will take place at two of the library’s branches. The first class will be held on Mon., Dec. 17th at 3:30 p.m. at the Main Library located at 30 W. Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House. The second class will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Wed., Dec. 19 at the Lower Cape Branch located at 2600 Bayshore Road, Villas.
Come and make holiday or winter-themed greeting cards for your family or friends. We will have plenty of rubber stamps and other festive supplies for you to use.
Registration is not required to attend these classes. For additional information, please contact Teen Librarian Amanda Heidema at (609) 463-6357 or visit online at www.cmclibrary.org.
Wed., Dec. 19:
County Library Hosts Teen Manga Club:
The Cape May County Library invites teens, ages 12 to 18, to join the new teen Manga Club at 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 19. The club will be held at the Main Library located at 30 W. Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House.
Do you love manga or want to learn more about Japanese comics? Are you 12 to 18 years old? Join us in the Teen Zone to talk about your favorite manga series, draw manga-style art and recommend new manga that you would like to see on our shelves.
Registration is not required to attend. For additional information, please contact Teen Librarian Amanda Heidema at (609) 463-6357 or visit online at www.cmclibrary.org.