Registration requested for all programs at www.gcls.org/calendar or call the individual branch. Please be sure to check the GCLS website for program changes. If you have questions, do not hesitate to call the main branch library at 856-223-6050.
All GCLS libraries will be closed on Friday, May 5 for Staff Development Day and on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.
GCLS Margaret Dombrosky Swedesboro Public Library
856- 467-0111
Adult Program
Spring Yoga Series: Mondays, May 1, 8 & 15, 6 p.m. Join us at the library for our spring yoga series with Ms. Sheetal. Please bring a yoga mat or a towel and bottled water with you. Space is limited. Please register or call 856-467-0111.
Needle Arts: Wednesdays, May 10, 24, 6:30 p.m. Crochet, knit, or sew your own project or select one of ours. All levels are welcome. Please register or call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Button Tree: Wednesday, May 17, 6:30 p.m. Crafter Kerri will guide you through creating this spring tree on canvas. Registration required. Call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Retirement Planning: Monday, May 22, 6 p.m. Learn tips for determining if you are on track and learn practical strategies to help you achieve retirement peace of mind. Presented by AARP. This- program is available via Zoom or in-person at the Swedesboro Library. Please register or call 856-467-0111.
Page Turners Adult Book Club: Tuesday, May 23, 7 p.m. Join us for lively discussions This month’s title is One Step Too Far by Lisa Gardner. Call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Youth Programs
May’s Challenges:
- Sticker Mosaic: All month during regular hours of operation, stop by the Margaret Dombrosky Swedesboro Public Library and work on our sticker mosaic.
- Spring Scavenger Hunt: Can you find all ten spring-related items? Stop in the Margaret Dombrosky Swedesboro Library and see if you can!
Literacy Buddies: Are you interested in getting homework or reading help for your child? Is your teen interested in tutoring? The Margaret Dombrosky Swedesboro Public Library provides weekly one-on-one help. Call 856-467-0111 if interested.
Story Time: Tuesdays,May 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10:30 a.m. Join us for a fun time of stories, songs, and crafts. Ages 2 – 5. Each adult and child must be registered. Please register for only one session per week. Call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Story Time: Wednesdays, May 10, 17, 24 & 31, 10:30 a.m. Join us for a fun time of stories, songs, and crafts. Ages 2 – 5. Each adult and child must be registered. Please register for only one session per week. Call 856-467-0111 for more information.
FURever as Friends: Mondays, May 15, 6:30 p.m. Sign up to read to one of our adorable therapy animals. All ages. Call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Teen Art Club: Thursday, May 4, 6:30 p.m. Learn how to draw. Please register or call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Toddler Music & Movement: Thursday,May 11, 10:30 a.m. Your toddler will have fun singing children’s songs, dancing, marching, and playing instruments. Ages 2 – 5. Please register each adult and child. Call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Anime Club: Thursdays,May 11 & 25, 6:30 p.m. Come enjoy Anime and Manga. Feel free to dress in character. Ages 13 – 17. Please register or call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Homeschool Fun!: Monday, May 8, 3 p.m. This program alternates between STEM projects and art projects on a monthly basis. Please call to register at 856-467-0111.
Teen Writer’s Club: Monday, May 8, 7 p.m.If you love writing, this club is for you. Ages 13 – 17. Please register or call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Lego League: Tuesday, May 9, 4 p.m. Come join us for some Lego fun. Ages 4 – 12. Please register or call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Herb Planting: Wednesday, May 10, 4 p.m. Come help transplant our seedlings into the outdoor garden. Best suited for ages 9 – 17. This is a Longwood Garden Community Event. Please register or call 856-467-0111.
Tiempo de cuentos bilingüe: 18 de Mayo a las 10:30 am, Margaret Dombrosky Swedesboro Public Library. Únete a nosotros para nuestra hora de cuentos bilingüe con Maestra Teresa y Maestra Vesna. El espacio es limitado. Cada adulto y niño debe ser registrado.
Teen Gaming: Thursday,May 18, 6:30 p.m. Come out for a fun time of gaming: XBox, Wii, DS’s, and traditional board games. Ages 13 – 17. Call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Teen Book Club: Saturday, May 13, 12:30 p.m. Join us for our monthly book club. This month we will be discussing Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé. Ages 13-17. Please register or call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Baby Music & Movement – Sing, Dance & Play: Thursday, May 25, 10:30 a.m. Your baby will enjoy listening to children’s songs, bouncing, and laughing with you! Ages 0 – 2. Please register or call 856-467-0111 for more information.
Logan Township Branch
May Adult Virtual/Hybrid Programs:
Socrates Café: Thursdays, May 11, 18 & 25, 10:30 a.m. Join us as we pose questions and exchange our thoughts on subjects selected by the group. No formal education in philosophy is needed, just a questioning mind. Attendance is in-person or virtually.
May Adult In-Person Programs:
Board and Card Games: Thursdays, May 11, 18 & 25, 1 p.m.Have a fun time playing board games. A variety of games are played each week.
Knit & Crochet Club: Thursdays, May 11, 18 & 25, 1 p.m.Beginners are always welcome and provided with instruction along with the supplies needed to get started. Bring something you are working on or something you would like to discuss.
Quilting & Sewing Club: Tuesdays, May 9 & 23, 1 p.m. Learn to quilt or sew! Beginners and experienced quilters are welcome, and experienced quilters are free to bring their project and quilt with some new friends.
Rose Bath Soak Make and Take: Saturday, May 6, 11 a.m.We will mix together the ingredients to make a Rose Bath Soak to take and use at home. A Longwood Gardens Community Read program. Registration required as supplies are limited.
History Book Club: Monday, May 8, 7 p.m.The History Book Club will be held the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Please stop by the circulation desk for this month’s selection.
Scrapbooking & Crafting: Wednesday, May 10, 7 p.m.Instructor Sandi will show you the basics of scrapbooking and crafting. Please bring photos and embellishments; paper will be provided. Limit of 10 participants. Please register.
Swedesboro Cemeteries Tour: Thursday, May 11, 2:30 p.m.Wear comfortable shoes and meet us at the GCLS Swedesboro Library, 1442 Kings Highway, Swedesboro, NJ. We will be touring the following cemeteries: Trinity Church Old and New Cemeteries, St. Joseph’s Old Cemetery, and Bethesda Cemetery. Please register.
Delicious Reads Cookbook Club: Tuesday, May 16, 6 p.m. Pick a recipe to make at home then bring it in to share! May’s theme is “Summer Side Dishes”. Bring the cookbook or a copy of your recipe to the meeting or drop it off in advance. Sign up is required.
Lake Park Cemetery Tour: Thursday, May 18, 2:30 p.m.Join Ben Carlton for a tour of Lake Park Cemetery. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Meet at the Cemetery Gate, 701 Park Avenue, Woolwich Township. Please register.
Functional Food for Life – Mushrooms: Tuesday, May 23, 6:30 p.m. Join nutritionists from Rutgers Cooperative Extension as we explore fungi! Learn how to cook with mushrooms and taste and receive tasty mushroom recipes. Please register.
Crafting with Sandi: Wednesday, May 24, 7 p.m.Sandi will guide you through a unique craft! Always something new and interesting to make. Please register, as supplies are usually limited.
Mt. Zion AME Cemetery Tour: Thursday, May 25, 2:30 p.m.Join Ben Carlton for a tour of the Mt. Zion AME Mt. Zion AME Church Cemetery. Meet at the Mt. Zion AME Church, 172 Garwin Road, Woolwich Township. Wear comfortable shoes and bring bottled water. Please register.
Youth Programs:
Monday Storytimes with Miss Katelyn: Mondays, May 8, 15 & 22, 10:30 a.m.Join us for songs, stories, and a craft. Ages 2 to 5. Please register.
Baby Storytimes: Wednesdays, May 10, 17, 24 & 31, 10:15 a.m.Our littlest patrons can join us for songs, stories, and bubbles! Ages 0 to 2. Please register.
Movement Storytime: Wednesdays, May 10, 17, 24 & 31, 11 a.m.Please bring a yoga mat or a towel and join us for stories that will incorporate yoga poses and movement as we read. Ages 2 to 5. Please register.
Friday Storytimes with Miss Katelyn: Fridays, May 12, 19 & 26, 10:30 a.m.Join us for songs, stories, and a craft. Ages 2 to 5. Please register.
FURever As Friends Reading Program: Tuesdays, May 16, 6:30 p.m.A group of volunteers bring their specially trained therapy dogs to the library for children to read. All ages. Registration and one-time permission slip required.
No Cook Cooking – Fruit Truffle: Thursday, May 11, 4 p.m.Make a delicious layered desert! Ingredients include yogurt, chocolate spread, graham crackers, raspberries, whipped cream, and marshmallows. Ages 9-12. Registration required.
Homeschool Steam Club: Monday, May 15, 2 p.m.Fun experiments, crafts, and activities exploring STEAM concepts. Ages 6 to 8. Please register.
Steam Club: Thursday, May 18, 4 p.m.Join us for an afternoon of experiments and crafts exploring STEAM concepts. Ages 6 to 8. Please register.
