The Burlington County Library Bordentown Branch Youth Services Department offers a variety of programs. Registration is necessary for all programs. A Burlington County library card is required. Please note that registration begins two weeks prior to the date of the program.
The address for the Bordentown Library is 18 East Union St., Bordentown. Registration can be done in person or by calling 609-298-0622. Library hours are Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
For children
Chess Club — Wednesday, April 22, at 4:30 p.m. for kids 7 years and older. Come to the library for a “pick up” game of chess with your friends and neighbors. Bring your own chess set if you have one.
Yoga With Miss Debbie —Tuesday, April 14, at 10:30 a.m. for kids 5 to 12 years old. Yoga isn’t just for adults. Come join Miss Debbie, wear comfortable clothes, and bring a mat or towel.
After School Craft — Thursday, April 16, at 4 p.m. for kids ages 7 to12 years old.
Baby Story Time — Friday, April 17 at 10:30 a.m. for babies 12 to 15 months. We welcome babies and their caregivers for stories, songs, music, finger plays and socialization activities.
Kids Spring Advanced Knitting — Mondays, April 20, 27, May 4, 11 at 6 p.m. for kids 9 years and older. Join us for knitting classes. You must already know how to cast on, knit and purl. Bring a pair of size 8 knitting needles that are 10 inches long. Registration is for all four sessions.
Time For Twos: Farm Animals — Tuesday, April 21 or Wednesday, April 22 at 10:30 a.m. for children 24 to 35 months. Join us for farm animal stories, songs and a craft.
Early Literacy Program —Thursday, April 23 at 10:30 a.m. for babies birth to 24 months old. Join us for “Every Child Ready To Read @ your library” program. Learn pre-reading skills that you can do with your child starting at birth.
Toddler Time — Friday, April 24 at 10:30 a.m. for toddlers 16 to 23 months. Bring your toddlers and join other mothers and caregivers for stories, songs, music, finger plays and socialization activities.
Wii For Tweens — Saturday, April 25 at 10:30 a.m. for kids ages 8 to 12 years old.
For adults
Tai Chi on the weekend. By popular demand, the Bordentown Library will be offering an Introduction to Tai Chi and Qigong on Saturday, April 18, from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Tai chi is an ancient martial arts form that today is practiced widely for its health and relaxation benefits. Those in search of well being and a way to combat stress have made tai chi one of the most popular low-intensity workouts around the world. Qigong is an ancient Chinese system of postures, exercises, breathing techniques and meditation. Qigong is easy learn and enjoyable to do. Join us for this Saturday morning session to learn qigong and a simple tai chi form. Registration is required. You must have a library card to attend.
Reduce stress and increase your vitality. Join Deepinder Ramsi for Yoga and Relaxation on Sunday, April 19, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. This class is for both men and women. Please bring a mat or blanket and wear comfortable clothes. Registration is required. You must have a library card to attend.
Join Jane Ryan as she shares her knowledge of gardening and how you can achieve a beautiful small garden. Gardening in Small Spaces will be presented on Tuesday, April 21, at 7 to 8 p.m. Registration is required. You must have a library card to attend.
The Bordentown Library is offering a free Health Screening program on Thursday, April 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. A representative from the Burlington County Health Department will conduct diabetes screening, blood pressure check and provide health information. No registration is required. Walk-ins welcome.
Our Genealogy Workshop will be held on Tuesday, April 28, from 7 to 8 p.m. If you are new to the world of genealogy and don’t know where to start, or if you are a seasoned researcher, join us for this informative evening. Each workshop will focus on a different genealogy topic.
Ladies Night Out —Wednesday, April 29, at 7 p.m. Sit back, relax, and hear wonderful stories that will inspire you to “Spring Into Gardening.” Refreshments will be served.
The following basic computer classes are being offered at the Bordentown Library Technology Center in April 2009:
Microsoft Word for Beginners will be held on Tuesday, April 14, from 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Learn the basics of this popular word processing program. Find out how to create a simple document, edit and format text, correct spelling errors, and open and save files. Mouse skill is required! Registration is required. You must have a library card to attend.

