Summer at the Library: June 22 - August 15
Sign up, find a good book, attend a variety of events and activities and play fun games while tracking your reading all summer long!
Staff picks to to browse and borrow
Mr. Rick’s Storytime Favorites
This list highlights books Pinelands Librarian Mr. Rick enjoys — perfect for engaging read-alouds, giggles & moments with little listeners.
If You Loved K-Pop Demon Hunters ...
Love K-Pop Demon Hunters? This list features stories with Korean & Korean American characters & Korean culture at the heart of the plot.
Campfire Tales & Summer Trails
Gear up for camp, vacations and adventures away from home with these stories full of friendship, mystery, laughs and unexpected surprises.
Celebrating 100 Years of Mel Brooks
Explore books, films and more honoring the legendary writer, director, actor and comedian, Mel Brooks, whose work has delighted generations.
Mr. Rick’s Storytime Favorites
This list highlights books Pinelands Librarian Mr. Rick enjoys — perfect for engaging read-alouds, giggles & moments with little listeners.
If You Loved K-Pop Demon Hunters ...
Love K-Pop Demon Hunters? This list features stories with Korean & Korean American characters & Korean culture at the heart of the plot.
Campfire Tales & Summer Trails
Gear up for camp, vacations and adventures away from home with these stories full of friendship, mystery, laughs and unexpected surprises.
Celebrating 100 Years of Mel Brooks
Explore books, films and more honoring the legendary writer, director, actor and comedian, Mel Brooks, whose work has delighted generations.
Open the door to a world of possibilities!
NEW AND NOTEWORTHY
Knitting and Crochet for Adults
Jul 1st | 10:15am - 12:15pm
Bring your knitting or crochet project, or start something new and enjoy a relaxed, creative session at the library. Work at your own pace.
BCL's Egg-cellent Adventure
Jul 1st | 10:30am - 11:30am
Come learn about the life cycle of a chicken and find out what's going on inside our incubating eggs.
Bridge Group
Jul 2nd | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Head over to Riverton to play some Bridge! All are welcome from beginners to seasoned players, just stop by the library every Thursday.
Knitting and Crochet for Adults
Jul 1st | 10:15am - 12:15pm
Bring your knitting or crochet project, or start something new and enjoy a relaxed, creative session at the library. Work at your own pace.
BCL's Egg-cellent Adventure
Jul 1st | 10:30am - 11:30am
Come learn about the life cycle of a chicken and find out what's going on inside our incubating eggs.
Bridge Group
Jul 2nd | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Head over to Riverton to play some Bridge! All are welcome from beginners to seasoned players, just stop by the library every Thursday.
New Additions to Museum Pass Program
Looking for an affordable day trip or outing? Cardholders get free access to more than three dozen museums, zoos and historic sites.
A Crash Course in Romance
This guide explores romance — one of the most popular and misunderstood genres in literature.
Welcome to Summer at the Library 2026!
Readers of all ages are encouraged to dig into new stories, discover fresh perspectives and uncover exciting experiences all summer long!
Press Play: Borrow Games from the Library
Libraries offer even more than books! BCLS also has a wide range of popular video games available to borrow.
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