Featured Events

Lauren's Book Club

Cozy Mom's Book Club

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
North Shelby

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: North Shelby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Cozy Moms Book Club is perfect for moms who enjoy reading and connecting with others in our community! The books we choose may vary in subject matter and emotional depth.

 

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Mommy & Me Music Group

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at North Shelby

Program Type:

Other, Performance, Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other, Performance, Storytime
Event Details:

This music group is for ages 0-5. Kim Hamrick from Heartstrings Creative Co. will be leading a Mommy & Me music group with instruments, movement, familiar songs and more!

Says Mahjong 101 with pictures of Mahjong Tiles. Saturday December 13 @ 10 am.

Mahjong 101

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mueller Annex Classroom at North Shelby

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

There will be an introduction to the game of Mahjong, followed by a social playing session. A number of boards will be provided and feel free to bring your own. Registration required. 

Two kids reading a book and the words La Hora Del Cuento

La Hora del Cuento

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Department Activity Room at North Shelby

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children, All Ages
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Storytime

Color Therapy

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Mueller Annex Classroom at North Shelby

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Drop in anytime between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Come along for snacks and coloring fun

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Mommy & Me Music Group

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at North Shelby

Program Type:

Other, Performance, Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other, Performance, Storytime
Event Details:

This music group is for ages 0-5. Kim Hamrick from Heartstrings Creative Co. will be leading a Mommy & Me music group with instruments, movement, familiar songs and more!

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Homeschool Hangout:  Japanese Taiyaki Making

1:00pm–3:00pm
Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us for a special time with our friends from the Japanese Outreach Initiative.  Learn to make the fun Japanese snack Taiyaki.  Please get in touch if you have questions about food allergies.  

Disclaimer(s)

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Teen Tiny Art

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us to paint your own rendition of penguin tiny art!  

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

5:00pm–6:45pm
Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the adventure as you and your friends play through an epic game of Dungeons and Dragons. There will be an overarching story for the month, but the dungeons masters will be thrilled to have anyone jump in each week.

Disclaimer(s)

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Crafternoon

3:15pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
North Shelby
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet us for a monthly craft designed for ages 5+. This month we are making mini festive paper christmas sweaters!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Mt Laurel Button Tree

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Mt Laurel
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Patrons can come and make a button ornament. Children will need the help of an adult. 

Registration required. Come anytime between 4 and 5.

 

Teen Dirty Santa Party

5:00pm–7:00pm
Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Young Adult Department
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tis the season for the a Dirty Santa party at the Library! Please bring a wrapped, library appropriate 5 dollar, gift that you wouldn't mind receiving yourself if you want to participate.

Disclaimer(s)

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Mt Laurel Tween Ornament

3:00pm–3:45pm
Tweens, Teens
Mt Laurel
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will make a holiday ornament using wood, nails and string. Tweens will need to bring their own hammer! 

Registration required. Please do not register younger children. Program is for ages 8-13.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

5:00pm–6:45pm
Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the adventure as you and your friends play through an epic game of Dungeons and Dragons. There will be an overarching story for the month, but the dungeons masters will be thrilled to have anyone jump in each week.

Disclaimer(s)

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/24–12/26
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and the Mt Laurel Library will be closed for a Christmas break. We will resume regular hours on Dec 27.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

5:00pm–6:45pm
Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the adventure as you and your friends play through an epic game of Dungeons and Dragons. There will be an overarching story for the month, but the dungeons masters will be thrilled to have anyone jump in each week.

Disclaimer(s)

Food at Library Programs

The Library is aware that reaction of individuals to food allergies may result in serious medical conditions and reminds all persons with food allergies that:

  • From time to time, food is served during library programs.
  • If a library program includes food, it will be noted in the event description.
  • Food packaging will be available for individuals to inspect for allergens.
  • Persons with food allergies are responsible for monitoring food served by the library.
  • Responsibility for monitoring minors rests with the parent/guardian/caregiver.
  • Some library programs will require an allergy waiver be signed before patrons can participate.

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/31–1/1
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and Mt Laurel Library will be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Regular hours will resume on January 2. 

Libraries Closed

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel
Description:

The libraries are closed for Independence Day. 

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/24–12/26
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and the Mt Laurel Library will be closed for a Christmas break. We will resume regular hours on Dec 27.

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/31–1/1
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and Mt Laurel Library will be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Regular hours will resume on January 2. 

Libraries Closed

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel
Description:

The libraries are closed for Independence Day. 

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/24–12/26
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and the Mt Laurel Library will be closed for a Christmas break. We will resume regular hours on Dec 27.

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/31–1/1
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and Mt Laurel Library will be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Regular hours will resume on January 2. 

Libraries Closed

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel
Description:

The libraries are closed for Independence Day. 

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/24–12/26
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and the Mt Laurel Library will be closed for a Christmas break. We will resume regular hours on Dec 27.

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/31–1/1
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and Mt Laurel Library will be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Regular hours will resume on January 2. 

Libraries Closed

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel
Description:

The libraries are closed for Independence Day. 

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/24–12/26
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and the Mt Laurel Library will be closed for a Christmas break. We will resume regular hours on Dec 27.

Libraries Closed

All Day 12/31–1/1
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel, Online, Off Site
Description:

The North Shelby Library and Mt Laurel Library will be closed on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Regular hours will resume on January 2. 

Libraries Closed

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
North Shelby, Mt Laurel
Description:

The libraries are closed for Independence Day.