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Story Time at Booktowne – Manasquan
Story Time with Miss Jan every week, 10AM on Wednesdays at BookTowne. Perfect for 2-5years old.
Find out more »Barnes and Noble Story Time – Morris Plains
Join us every Wednesday at 10:00AM for storytime in the Kids' Department! Fun picture books selected by store employees, different every week and different from our Saturday Storytime books.
Find out more »The Christmas Ice Caverns
Make The Christmas Ice Caverns An Annual Tradition! Last December, we spent a day visiting some Christmas and holiday attractions that we hadn't been to before. Despite having family in the area, somehow we hadn't been to the Christmas Ice Caverns at Jody's Silk Florist in Fairfield. The Ice Caverns remind me of...
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Barnes and Noble Story Time – Clark
Staff Pick: Storytime Favorites Join us for a fun and engaging children's Storytime each week as our booksellers read stories from our favorite authors and illustrators. The reading will be followed by kids' crafts that can be hung on display in our store or taken home for your personal galleries!
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Barnes and Noble Story Time – East Brunswick
Wednesday Morning Storytime Join us for a fun Storytime, every Wednesday at 11am! We'll read a story and have a quick coloring activity to follow. You do not need to register for this Storytime! Children must stay with a parent or guardian at all times.
Find out more »Barnes and Noble Story Time – Paramus
Join us every Wednesday at 11am for a special Storytime with fun-filled activity or craft in the Children's Department.
Find out more »Wednesday Story Time – Barnes and Noble Princeton
Join us every Wednesday for Storytime in our Children's Department featuring seasonal stories with our favorite characters. Coloring activity to follow.
Find out more »Barnes and Noble Story Time – Marlton
Come on over to our place for great stories, good conversation and a simple activity. Today's Storytime is especially suited for children ages 3 to 5. Join us!
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Barnes and Noble Story Time – Howell
11:30 AM Storytime, crafts, songs and games in the Children’s Department.
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Gaudio’s “G” Boys Animation Wonderland
Gaudio's "G" Boys Animation Wonderland GAUDIO'S "G" BOYS ANIMATION WONDERLAND It's back!! The long-awaited, much loved South Jersey family tradition - the "G" Boys Animation Wonderland is back for its 3rd year at McNaughton's Cherry Hill location! Share the magic of your childhood with your own children in this magical walk-through display. Completely REVAMPED and...
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Proprietary House Tours – Perth Amboy
Completed in 1764, Proprietary House has served as a residence to New Jersey’s last Royal Governor, a stylish hotel, a private mansion, a retirement home, a boarding house, and now a museum. A true survivor, this building has seen war and peace, fire and storms, neglect and restoration, to stand witness to 250 years of...
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Jumpin’ Jamie Show at Allwood Library
Thanksgiving show with Jumpin' Jamie Wednesday November 21, 2018 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Allwood Story Room Let's give THANKS with Jumpin' Jamie! Jamie comes always packed with music, energy, and a lot of fun to celebrate the spirit of the holiday. A light refreshment will be served. This program is brought to you by...
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Book & Build Club at Linwood Public Library
The new weekly Book & Build Club for children ages 5 and up starts on Wednesday, October 24, at 3:30 p.m. with Miss Ariel. Each week, we’ll have a themed story time followed by building with LEGOs. Registration is not required.
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Jumpin’ Jamie Show at Clifton Main Library
Thanksgiving Show with Jumpin' Jamie Wednesday November 21, 2018 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Main Library Full Community Room Let's give THANKS with Jumpin' Jamie! Jamie comes always packed with music, energy, and a lot of fun to celebrate the spirit of the holiday. A light refreshment will be served. This program is brought to...
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Avalon Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees, The Whitebrier November 21 - 5-9pm; November 23 - Noon to 8pm Kick off Thanksgiving Weekend with a stop at The Whitebrier for Festival of Trees, featuring more than 30 beautifully decorated trees and wreaths from local businesses. Bid on your favorites and take one home for some added holiday cheer!
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