Featured Events

Needle Crafts Club

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:45pm
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:

Connect with others who share your passion for creating beautiful handmade pieces. 

Logo of Heartstrings Creative Company

Mommy & Me Music Group

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 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!

Tinker Time For Tots

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at North Shelby

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

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

This program is for little ones ages 0-5 with curious minds who want to tinker and explore! It is also an opportunity for them to play with others and build social skills. No registration required. 

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

La Hora del Cuento

Saturday, May 9, 2026 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
Lauren's Book Club

Novel Horizons Book Club

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mueller Annex Classroom at North Shelby

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

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

Novel Horizons Book Club is perfect for adults who work or prefer an evening book club! The books we choose may vary in subject matter and emotional depth. 

 

Logo of Heartstrings Creative Company

Mommy & Me Music Group

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 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!

Logo of Heartstrings Creative Company

Mt Laurel Mommy & Me Music Group

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Ann Price Activity Room at Mt Laurel

Program Type:

Other, Performance, Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity 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!

Logo of Heartstrings Creative Company

Mommy & Me Music Group

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 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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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 celebrating spreading love towards one-another, family, and ourselves. We will be creating a craft that celebrates Earth Day! 

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.

Japanese Culture Series: Origami Teens/Tweens

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come and join us to learn Origami.  

Needle Crafts Club

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults
North Shelby
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Connect with others who share your passion for creating beautiful handmade pieces. 

Makers Club Monday

3:15pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
North Shelby
Cancelled
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

We want to welcome children ages 5+ to our Children's Dept Activity Room for an hour of hands-on creating! This program is designed to give children a space to incorporate tactile learning, creativity, tinkering, and self-expression. 

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 Toddler Art

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Mt Laurel
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

An art exploration program for toddlers ages 2-4 with the help of a caregiver. We will read a story, make a piece of artwork and share a snack. This project we will be working with glue sticks!

 

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.

Color Therapy

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
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

Muffins with Mom

9:30am–11:30pm
Children
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Muffins with Mom is our drop-in style event to help celebrate all that hold motherly roles. We will serve muffins and take part in simple crafts. Happy Mother's Day to all! 

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.

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 Needle Arts Group

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Mt Laurel
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Knitters, crocheters or any other needle crafters!

This group will meet on the second Monday of the month.

No registration required.

Hosted by Jamie Skripnik.

Color Therapy

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
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

Color Therapy

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
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

Dino Perler Beads for Teens/Tweens

3:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Young Adult Department
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Color Therapy

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
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

Color Therapy

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
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

Libraries Closed

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

The libraries are closed for Independence Day. 

Makers Club Monday

3:15pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

We want to welcome children ages 5+ to our Children's Dept Activity Room for an hour of hands-on creating! This program is designed to give children a space to incorporate tactile learning, creativity, tinkering, and self-expression. 

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.

DIY Scratch Art

10:00am–12:00pm
Tweens, Teens
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Mueller Annex Classroom
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

The first session in Safehouse's 2026 series, "Dig Deeper: Art, Discovery, and Healthy Relationships"

Participants create their own scratch paper and “excavate” designs hidden beneath the surface.

Makers Club Monday

3:15pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

We want to welcome children ages 5+ to our Children's Dept Activity Room for an hour of hands-on creating! This program is designed to give children a space to incorporate tactile learning, creativity, tinkering, and self-expression. 

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.

Color Therapy

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
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

Makers Club Monday

3:15pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

We want to welcome children ages 5+ to our Children's Dept Activity Room for an hour of hands-on creating! This program is designed to give children a space to incorporate tactile learning, creativity, tinkering, and self-expression. 

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.

Makers Club Monday

3:15pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

We want to welcome children ages 5+ to our Children's Dept Activity Room for an hour of hands-on creating! This program is designed to give children a space to incorporate tactile learning, creativity, tinkering, and self-expression. 

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.

Color Therapy

5:30pm–6:45pm
Adults
North Shelby
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Shelby
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

Makers Club Monday

3:15pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

We want to welcome children ages 5+ to our Children's Dept Activity Room for an hour of hands-on creating! This program is designed to give children a space to incorporate tactile learning, creativity, tinkering, and self-expression. 

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 Needle Arts Group

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Mt Laurel
Library Branch: Mt Laurel
Room: Ann Price Activity Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Knitters, crocheters or any other needle crafters!

This group will meet on the second Monday of the month.

No registration required.

Hosted by Jamie Skripnik.

Makers Club Monday

3:15pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
North Shelby
Library Branch: North Shelby
Room: Children's Department Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

We want to welcome children ages 5+ to our Children's Dept Activity Room for an hour of hands-on creating! This program is designed to give children a space to incorporate tactile learning, creativity, tinkering, and self-expression. 

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.