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The Gloucester County Library System offers a wide variety of programming for children of all ages. Please feel free to contact the Children's Services Department at (856) 223-6029; or Pat Collins, Children's Services Librarian, at pcollins@gcls.org or (856) 223-6028. We welcome class visits, scout troops, families, and organizations. Please call ahead to arrange a tour. |
Our services include:
For Preschool Children:
- Toddler Time for ages 18-36 months at the Mullica Hill Branch
- Storytimes for ages 2-5 with parent or caregiver
- Bedtime Storytimes
For Elementary School Children:
Story, art, and science programs
- Storytelling
- Holiday and seasonal programs
- Puppet shows
- Guest performers
- Junior Great Books programs
- Multicultural programs
Family programs:
- Family Night (story and activity)
- Family Storytime and Craft
- Puppet shows
- Guest performers
- Seasonal fairs and special events
Summer Reading Programs at all locations for preschoolers through grade 8. Summer Reading includes weekly activities for all age groups, guest performers, book discussion groups (for older children), recommended reading and reading-related activities.
Special features:
- Web Sites for Kids
- Children's books on tape, CDs and videos
- Interactive CD-ROM reference materials
- Free Internet access
- Library Catalog
- Online Databases