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SCLSNJ Relaunches Cultural Adventure Pass Program With Four New Locations

About Blog Post Sep 15, 2021 by Pressroom
From fantastical journeys to Westeros in “Game of Thrones” and the Upside Down in “Stranger Things,” to relatable experiences in Stars Hollow with the “Gilmore Girls” and Pawnee, Indiana with the crew from “Parks and Recreation,” many of us took the opportunity to “quaran-stream” a variety of binge-worthy adventures during the pandemic.  Now it’s time to turn off the tube, and explore new sights and destinations with the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) recently relaunched Cultural Adventure Pass program. "The relaunching of the Cultural Adventure Pass program shows SCLSNJ inching ever-closer to a return to our full complement of public services,” said Christopher Korenowsky, director of public services. “Twenty-twenty was a tough year for everyone and we are pleased to reintroduce this very popular service." "The careful reopening of many of our partner locations has led us to relaunch our Cultural Adventure Pass program, and seeing the pieces come into place has been a rewarding process,” said Darryl Voorhees, manager of adult services programming and collaborations, public services. "We are working up to an eventual 10 locations, but currently, there are four destinations available to discover: The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), IMAGINE THAT!!!®!, Eastern State Penitentiary, and Morris Museum. SCLSNJ wishes everyone enjoyable adventures in our re-emerging world." By reserving a Cultural Adventure Pass, Library customers will have the opportunity to explore history at the African American Museum and Eastern State Penitentiary; to connect with nature at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Morven Museum and Garden; to discover contemporary and classic art at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA); and share educational, playful family experiences at IMAGINE THAT!!!®. “Play is an important practice of early literacy and early childhood development,” said Christine Jansen, manager of youth services programming and collaborations, public services. “SCLSNJ is very excited to add IMAGINE THAT!!!® as a destination to our Cultural Adventure Pass offerings. By participating in dramatic play, children can explore language, engage in opportunities for social and emotional development, build their motor skills, and learn about the world they live in.” When considering your next adventure, SCLSNJ’s collection features a selection of books that complement the 10 locations available through the Cultural Adventure Pass program. Youth and adults alike can enrich their knowledge of the exhibits, collections, and/or tours as they venture off to their next excursion by checking out a book from SCLSNJ’s librarian-curated booklist. Discover your next read based on your destination: Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University The African American Museum Brooklyn Botanic Garden Eastern State Penitentiary IMAGINE THAT!!!® Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Morris Museum Morven Museum and Garden The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum Due to the pandemic, some locations may require proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID-19 test results; have time restrictions and/or limited guest capacity; and/or other potential barriers. For the most up-to-date information regarding the location’s guidelines, visit their websites (as noted above).  SCLSNJ’s Cultural Adventure Pass program allows Library customers to check out passes for free admission and special discounts at select locations in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Reservations must be made in advance and passes are valid for three days. For more information or to reserve your Cultural Adventure Pass: SCLSNJ.org/culturaladventure.  For general questions about the program, contact Darryl Voorhees: dvoorhees@sclibnj.org.
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