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O C E A N C O U N T Y L I B R A RY
Programs & Events
JU LY 2013
BARNEGAT
CH – 7/1, 1 pm, Monday
The Incredible Journey – PreK
Ages 4 - 5. And
7/1, 2 pm, Monday
The Incredible Journey – K - 3
Grades K - 3.
Have fun learning about the Incredible Journey of
water. AmeriCorps volunteers will present a fun and
informative program and craft for kids. REG
T – 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30,
6 pm - 8:30 pm, Tuesdays
Teen Zone Gaming Night
Play Wii®, Xbox®, PS3® games, as well as board and
card games.
Ages 12 - 18.
T – 7/2, 2 pm, Tuesday
Paint the Teen Zone Window
Artistic creativity is needed to help us design our
window with the summer reading theme, Beneath the
Surface. Drop-in, Ages 12 - 18.
T – 7/3, 7 pm, Wednesday
Anime / Manga Club
Enjoy all things Manga and Anime while having fun.
Grades 7 - 12.
A – 7/8, 7/22, 1 pm
Mondays Movie
7/8: Stand Up Guys (R)
7/22: Jack the Giant Slayer (PG-13)
CH – 7/9, 2 pm, Tuesday
Make a Mini-Greenhouse
A craft for ages 6 +. REG
CH – 7/10, 10:30 am, Wednesday
Feeling Antsy? Storytime
Ages 3 - 5. REG
A – 7/10, 7 pm, Wednesday
Hangin’ @ the BGT
Socialize, discuss books, play games, watch TV, and
make suggestions for library programs. Adults 18 - 29.
REG
CH – 7/11, 3 pm, Thursday
Wells Mills County Park Visits the Library. Ages 5+.
REG
CH/F – 7/11, 6:30 pm, Thursday
Family Storytime:Noisy Badger
All ages. REG
T – 7/12, 2 pm, Friday
Teen Book Café
Watch book trailers, talk about books, and win free
books. Tea will be served. Ages 12 - 18. REG
CH – 7/13, 11 am - 1 pm, Saturday
Drop in Dump Truck Craft
Ages 3 + (with help).
A – 7/15, 2 pm, Monday
Adult Craft We will be making mason jar terrariums.
REG
BD – 7/16, 2pm, Tuesday
Book Discussion
We will be discussing A Widow’s Story, by Joyce Carol
Oates.
T – 7/16, 4 pm, Tuesday
Zombie Games Tournament
This multi-faceted tournament will test your skills in
dice, card, and video games. Ages 14 - 18. REG
T – 7/17, 7 pm, Wednesday
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Teen’s in grades 7 - 12 are welcome to plan summer
programs.
CH/T – 7/18, 2 pm, Thursday
T(w)een Maker Craft: Recycled Magazine Flower Bouquets
Use colorful magazines to make a bouquet. Ages 10 16. REG
T – 7/18, 6 pm, Thursday
Supernatural Party: Team Freewill
Are you a fan of the TV show Supernatural? Get your
anti-possession mark, eat pie, and talk about the show.
Ages 12 - 18.
CH – 7/19, 3 pm, Friday
Ready, Set, Plunge! What’s Under the Floor? Storytime
fun with Mrs. Taylor and Plumber Petrowski. REG
CH/F – 7/23, 2 pm, Tuesday
Act!vated Story Theater: The Treasure and the Bridge
The tale of a man who dreams of buried treasure. (Special opportunity for a limited number of early registrants, ages 6 +. Ask for details)
Ages 4 +. REG
paint. Ages 9 + only. REG
T – 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 2 pm, Tuesdays
The Walking Dead Book Club
If you are a fan of The Walking Dead TV show join this
book club to read the graphic novel that inspired the
TV series. Pick-up books starting July 1. Ages 14 - 18.
REG
A - 7/30, 7 pm, Tuesday
Barnegat Poets
All poets invited to share their works or listen to others.
REG
CH – 7/24, 1 pm, Wednesday
This Way and That Way Storytime
Ages 3 +. REG
T – 7/24, 6 pm, Wednesday
Under rated Movie Night
Watch a PG - 13 movie that wasn’t a box office hit, but
a cult classic. Choose from the Teen Librarian’s collection. Drop-in, Ages 13 - 18.
CH – 7/25, 2 pm, Thursday
Dig It! Dinosaurs
Join the Teen Advisory Board to dig for dino eggs,
make a craft, and learn about soil layers in a fun new
way. Ages 7 +. REG
CH – 7/25, 6 pm, Thursday
Holes book discussion and Kate Barlow’s Spiced
Peaches
Discuss the book, eat the peaches, and stay for the
movie. Ages 9 +. REG
CH/F – 7/25, 6:30 pm, Thursday
Family Movie Night: Holes (Rated PG)
T – 7/26, 2 pm, Friday
Recycled Planters
Use soda bottles to make a handmade planter for growing seeds in your home. Ages 13 - 18. REG
CH – 7/26, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm, Friday
Tail Waggin’ Tutor Read to a therapy dog. For beginning readers. REG
A - 7/27, 11am, Saturday
Get Your Garden and Lawn Ready for Winter The
Home Depo Garden Center will talk about getting your
lawn and garden winterized. REG
CH/T – 7/29, 1 pm, Monday
Pokémon® Center
Trade Pokémon® games and cards, participate in a
Pokémon® Spelling Bee, play your DS®, and get face
CH – 7/31, 10:30 am - 12 pm, Wednesday
Dig into Reading Drop in Craft
Ages 3 +.
CH – 7/31, 4 pm, Wednesday
‘Tween the Covers Book Club
Ages 9 +.
A – 7/31, 6 pm, Wednesday
Movie night
Oz: The Great and Powerful (Rated PG)
BEACHWOOD
CH/T - Please stop by the Beachwood Branch or go
online to check out the Summer Reading Programs for
Kids and Teens.
C – By Appointment Only
Individualize Computer & eBook
Classes
Need help on the computer? Want to learn more? Call
to schedule a one-on-one computer or eBook class. We
will customize the class to fit your needs.
T/A - 7/1, 6 pm, Monday
American Sign Language for Beginners
This program is for beginners who would like to learn.
Ages 12 - Adult. REG
T – 7/1, 7 pm, Monday
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Ages 12 - 17 REG
A/BD – 7/12, 10:30 am, Friday
Book Discussion
Loving Frank written by Nancy Horan
Please pick-up a copy at the branch.
A – 7/19, 10 am, Friday
Knit Wits
Want to learn to knit or crochet?
No registration necessary
T – 7/27, 10 am, Saturday
Bagels and Books Teen Book Discussion
Read a short story of your choice to share with the
group. We will be picking the upcoming books for the
fall discussions. Enjoy bagels and other treats. Ages
11 - 16. REG
BERKELEY
F – 6/27 - 7/6
Friends Book Sale
The Friends are having a book sale fund raiser to benefit the Berkeley Library. Please note: The sale is all
week, except July 4th when the library is closed. Sponsored by Friends of the Berkeley Library
A – 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29,
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Mondays
The Yarn Dolls
Knit or crochet with the Yarn Dolls. Bring along your
unfinished projects.
A – 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29,
6:30 pm - 8 pm, Mondays
English Conversation Group
This is an informal conversation group for people who
are learning English.
¡Si usted quiere practicar sus ingles, vengase a la Sucursal de Berkeley! Únase a un grupo de gente que usa
conversación informal pare mejorar su ingles.
T – 7/8, 6 pm - 8 pm, Monday
TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Meeting
Chat with your fellow teens and the teen librarian about
the library. Earn community service hours, meet other
teens in town, and create programs for the library. Ages
13 - 18.
A – 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 1 pm, Thursdays
An Afternoon of Mahjong
Experienced and novice players are welcomed. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library. REG
BD – 7/12, 1 pm, Friday
Book Discussion: Broken for You By Stephanie Kallos
National best seller and Today show Book Club selection, Broken for You
is the story of two women in self-imposed exile whose
lives are transformed when their paths intersect.
T – 7/12, 6 pm, Friday
TAB Presents: Secret Agent Academy (with Dinner)
Join us in an after hours program at the library and see
who has the best secret agent skills. Teens will compete
against each other in challenges across the library. Dinner will be served. Ages 13 - 18. REG.
T – 7/15, 6 pm - 8 pm, Monday
Craft and Movie: The Mummy (Rated PG-13.) An
American serving in the French Foreign Legion on an
archaeological dig at the ancient city of Hamunaptra
accidentally awakens a Mummy. Also, make your own
bendable mummy. Ages 13 - 18. REG
A – 7/20, 3 pm, Saturday
Broadway Tunes with the Chimentis
An afternoon of Broadway hits by Broadway actors
Cathy and Michael Chimenti. They’ll talk about the
history of Broadway with personal recollections and
insightful anecdotes. They’ve performed in Funny Girl,
Anything Goes, Ain’t Broadway Grand and Man of La
Mancha. REG
A – 7/22, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Monday
Berkeley Adult Writers’ Group
Bring your works to our Adult Writers’ Group. Novice
and experienced
writers are welcome.
A – 7/23, 10 am – 2 pm, Tuesday
The County Connections Mobile Service Center
Services provided are County IDs, senior and veteran
services, consumer affairs, voter registration and parks
and tourism information. (Fees are required for some
services.)
T – 7/29, 6 pm - 8 pm, Monday
Craft and Movie: Tremors
(Rated PG-13.) Natives of a small isolated town defend themselves against strange underground creatures
which are killing them one by one. Also, create your
own rock art.
Ages 13 - 18. REG
BRICK
Dig Into Reading!
For Kids Summer 2013 Dig into Reading
We invite you to visit the Children’s Department & pick
up the full summer calendar or go on our website to see
the exciting array of programs offered.
Join the Summer Reading Program, read 5 books & get
a certificate & maybe a prize.
By Dave Eggers
Explore great programs like Creative Writing, Learning
to Draw, Open Playdates for the younger set, & a Seeing Eye Dog presentation.
A/T - 7/13, 2 pm, Saturday
Puzzle Exchange
Join the fun for our monthly exchange of jigsaw
puzzles. Bring in a gently used, but COMPLETE (No
pieces missing) puzzle. Feel free to contribute any extra
puzzles as well. Go home with a different one. One
puzzle will remain at the Brick Branch for customers to
work on when they visit the library. Next month, we’ll
trade again.
Join the adventurous groups learning about Indiana
Jones® Treasures, the burial of Pompeii, our famous
Star Wars® Camp, cool dinosaurs, & famous artists
while trying their painting styles.
If you are the crafty type, try decorating a T- shirt,
swirly painting, origami, cereal sand art, creating paper
lanterns, cupcake decorating & other surprises.
Be brave & try some international foods, & don’t miss
the special Jenkinson’s Aquarium programs.
Please note that Drop in means no registration required
while registration for other programs opens two weeks
before the date of the program.
C - 10 am - 11 am, Tuesdays and 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm,
Fridays
Take Your Pick Computer Class
A library staff member will be available to provide you
with individualized instruction in basic computer skills.
Choose one of the following; mouse skills, setting up
your first email account, or internet searching. These
classes are intended for beginners. In depth lessons or
troubleshooting will not be included. Email and searching require a prior knowledge of the computer keyboard
and mouse skills. REG
CH - 7/2, 11 am, Tuesday
SPECIAL EVENT
Little Al Dino
Ages 4 & up. Be a Paleontologist for the day. Touch a
real dinosaur egg, teeth and bones. Help rebuild Little
Al the Allosaurus and others. REG
A - 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 7 pm, Tuesdays
English Conversation Group
Improve your English conversational skills in an enjoyable and fun setting.
new members always welcome.
BD - 7/5, 2 pm, Friday
Everything Nice by Ellen Shanman
BD - 7/11, 10 am, Thursday
Zeitoun
C - 7/15, 3 pm - 4:30 pm, Monday
MS Word®: Fun with graphics and more
Prerequisites: Mouse skills, keyboard skills, MS Word®
basics
This class will cover more advanced techniques of word
processing. REG
C - 7/19, 11 am - 12 pm, Friday
iPad® Class
Have an iPad®, but are unsure of how to get library
materials on it? Come to this informative session and
learn how to set up your eReader®, place holds, browse
the electronic collection, and check-in/out eBooks®.
REG
CH - 7/23, 10 am, Tuesday
SPECIAL EVENT
Act!vated Story Theater
Ages 5 & up. Join the fun with multicultural folktales
full of music, dance, props, colorful costumes, non-stop
action & audience participation. REG
C - 7/24, 2 pm – 3:30 pm, Wednesday
Basic Mouse Skills
First stop for beginners. Learn how to use the mouse,
how to single click, double click, click and drag, scroll
and highlight text. You will also learn how to copy and
paste. REG
ISLAND HEIGHTS
CH – 7/1 – 7/31
Scavenger Hunt
Drop in anytime during the month and go on a scavenger hunt. This is a self-directed activity requiring
reading clues and following directions. Once the hunt
is completed, bring it to the librarian’s desk for a small
prize. One scavenger hunt per child. Ages 5 - 13.
CH/T – 7/5, 3:30 pm, Friday
Perler ® Bead Bracelets
Ages 8 +. REG
CH – 7/6, 11:30 am, Saturday
Cupcake Capers - Angry Birds®
Join us for stories and then decorate a red bird cupcake.
Ages 4 - 9. REG
CH – 7/10, 10:30 am, Wednesday
Pretzel Mania
Sample pretzels from Philly Soft Pretzel Factory and try
to make your own. Ages 4 - 8. REG
CH – 7/11, 2 pm, Thursday
Dig into the Great Outdoors
Jakes Branch Park brings nature to you. Ages 4 - 8.
REG
CH/F - 7/15, 7 pm, Monday
Puppy Power, Meet the Seeing Eye Puppies
Meet the adorable Seeing Eye puppies that are being
raised by local families in the hopes of becoming Seeing Eye dogs.
Ages 4 + with caregiver. REG
CH – 7/16, 4 pm, Tuesday
Fossil Dig
Calling all future archaeologists to join us for this interactive fossil program from Pearl Observatory. Ages 5 +.
REG
T/CH – 7/18, 2 pm, Thursday
Juggling Workshop
Learn how to juggle with instructor Debby Pease. Ages
8 +. REG
CH – 7/22, 2 pm, Monday
Nifty Nature Knick Knacks
Wells Mills Park brings nature’s knickknacks from NJ
forests and seaside for you to explore. Ages 5 - 9. REG
CH – 7/29, 2 pm, Monday
Scales and Tails
Learn about Island Beach State Park wildlife and meet
some of the island’s animals. Ages 5 - 9. REG
FR – 7/29, 7 pm, Monday
Friends of the Island Heights Library Meeting
The Friends of Library are an essential link between
the library and the public. We plan programs and fundraisers for specific library needs. New members are
always welcome, please join us.
JACKSON
ED – Meeting Room – Empower The Children Quilts
Stairway Area Display Cases – Dig Into Reading
Children’s Area Walls – Summer Reading
A – Mondays
English Conversation Group
Returning in September.
CH – The 2013 Summer Reading Program, Dig Into
Reading, is up and running!
Stop by the Children’s Information Desk to sign up for
the Summer Reading Program and for activities.
CH – 7/1, 11 am, Monday
Fossil Dig
Ages 5 and up. Enjoy fascinating facts and an activity.
REG begins June 18.
A – 7/1, 7/15, 6:30 pm, Mondays
Knit – Chat – Chain
Do you knit or crochet? Join our volunteer group. Items
crafted are donated to local hospitals. Beginners to
advanced welcome.
BD – 7/2, 7 pm, Tuesday
Heart and Soul by Maeve Binchy
T – 7/2, 7 pm, Tuesday
DIY Beauty
Stop by the Jackson meeting room for a do-it-yourself
teen beauty program. We will be making masks, scrubs,
and more for you to take home. Please wear an old shirt
in case of stains. Ages 12 - 17. REG
T – 7/5, 7/12, 7/26, 1 pm – 4 pm, Fridays
Teen Photo Club
Learn about photography and make images from photograms, pinhole cameras, and Polaroids®. Learn about
composition and how a camera works. We will work
towards having a photography exhibit, at the end of the
summer, in the meeting room. Participants must have a
digital camera. Instagram® users welcome.
For grades 6 - 12. REG
BD – 7/9, 1 pm, Tuesday
On Beauty by Zadie Smith
A/T – 7/9, 7 pm, Tuesday
Ghost Hunting in NJ & NYC Restaurants, museums
and historic sites: Learn about top haunted hot spots in
New Jersey and New York City. We will also view paranormal evidence photos, site photos, and hear EVPs.
Presented by L’Aura Hladik, Founder & Director of NJ
Ghost Hunters Society. Ages 12 and up. REG Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.
A – 7/11, 2 pm, Thursday
Movie: Tremors (Rated PG-13) Natives of a small
isolated town defend themselves against strange underground creatures which are killing them one by one.
CH – 7/12, 10:30 am, Friday
Escape From the Great Books Mine
Ages 4 and up. Music and fun in an original production
by Rick Waterhouse. REG begins June 25. Sponsored
by the Jackson Friends of the Library.
CH – 7/18, 9:30 am or 10:30 am, Thursday
Rhythm & Rhyme Time
Movement and music for ages 9 months to 30 months
with parent or caregiver. REG begins July 2.
A – 7/18, 7 pm, Thursday
Friends Meeting
The Friends of Library are an essential link between
the library and the public. We plan programs and fundraisers for specific library needs. New members are
always welcome, please join us.
CH – 7/22, 10:30 am, Monday
Act!vated Story Theatre
Ages 5 & up. Join the fun with multicultural folktales
full of music, dance, props, colorful costumes, non-stop
action & audience participation. REG
puppies of the 4 H. In-person REG
A – 7/25, 6:30 pm, Thursday
Writers Group
For all writers, published or not, who want to share
their work.
T/BD – 7/27, 3 pm, Saturday
Teen Book Discussion
Earn ten volunteer hours by participating in Jackson’s
teen book discussion. All you have to do is read the
book and bring some discussion questions to the meeting. See the Jackson teen librarian if you are interested
in
joining. Ages 12 - 17.
T – 7/29, 3 pm, Monday
Teen Craft/Jaws Hoodie
Celebrate Shark Week. Stop by the Jackson Teen Zone
to make a Jaws hoodie with felt. Attendees, please bring
a hooded sweatshirt. The library will provide the rest.
Ages 12 - 17. REG
F – 7/30, 7 pm, Tuesday
Shark Week in Jackson
Presented by Dean W. Fessler, Jr., Education Director,
The Shark Research Institute. Since his first encounter with a shark in 1978, Dean has traveled around the
world from New Jersey to the Carolinas, Florida to San
Diego and as far away as South Africa studying sharks.
All ages are welcome. Sponsored by the Jackson
Friends of the Library. REG
A – 7/22, 2 pm – 7 pm, Monday
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Summer time is the right time…to donate blood. Call
732-928-4400 to make an appointment or go online to
redcrossblood.org.
CH – 7/31, 1 pm, Wednesday
Children’s Shark Week Craft
Stop by the Jackson meeting room to make a shark craft
in celebration of Shark Week. Ages 4 - 10. REG
F – 7/23, 7 pm, Tuesday
Empower The Children
This nonprofit humanitarian organization is dedicated
to relieving the social ills of poverty, hunger and the
lack of education and lower income children. Join CoFounder Rosalie Giffoniello to learn about this great
local organization. Their mission statement is “To serve
children in need, enriching them physically, intellectually and spiritually – allowing them to fulfill their life’s
potential”. REG
CH – 7/24, 7 pm, Wednesday
Puppy Power
Ages 4 +. Enjoy our annual visit from the seeing eye
LACEY
Meeting Room Display –
Mixed Media by SAIL Teens
C – 7/1 – 7/31
One-on-One Instruction
Make an appointment for individualized assistance with
your computer,
eReader or database.
C – 7/1 – 7/31
One-on-One Genealogy Class
One-on-one sessions with Dawn Heyson to guide or
assist your genealogical research. Available by appointment only. Please call 609-693-8566.
A – 7/2, 2 pm, Tuesday
Wii® for Seniors
Join us for some exercise and laughs.
We will play virtual tennis, baseball, bowling and golf.
REG
A – 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 2 pm, Wednesdays
Teen Tech Buddies
Do you want help with your cell phone or tablet? Want
to set up an email or Facebook® account? Our teen
volunteers are here to help. Please call 609-693-8566
to make an appointment.
A – 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm, Wednesdays
English Conversation Group
Practice your English speaking skills in an informal
setting. All are welcome. Sponsored by the Literacy
Volunteers of Ocean County.
A – 7/6, 9:30 am, Saturday
Knitting & Crochet Group
Come join in. Bring your yarn and needles, and make
some new friends while you knit. All skill levels welcome.
A – 7/9, 10 am, Tuesday
County Connections Mobile
Services provided are County IDs, senior and veteran
services, consumer affairs, voter registration and parks
and tourism information. (Fees are required for some
services.)
F – 7/9, 6:30 pm, Tuesday
Meet the Mayor
Stop in and meet the mayor in a less formal setting than
a township meeting.
A – 7/10, 3 pm, Wednesday
Introducing Windows 8®
Have you purchased a Windows 8® computer and
would like to understand it better? Join Best Buy®
computer expert Diana Jacobs and the Geek Squad® as
they demonstrate how this new system works. Feel free
to bring in your laptop to personalize the instruction.
REG
A – 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 12 pm – 3 pm, Thursdays
Mahjong Mavens & Masters
Have you always wanted to learn how to play Mahjong? Do you already know? Either way, come join us.
T – 7/11, 7 pm, Thursday
Tasty Summer Treats
Join us to help create (and of course sample) some delicious and healthy summer recipes courtesy of Jennifer
Klein, registered dietician from ShopRite of Manchester. Program is open to teens ages 13 - 18. Space is
limited. REG
F - 7/12, 1 pm, Friday
Lunchtime Movie: 1776 (Rated G)
In the days leading up to July 4, 1776, Continental Congressmen John Adams and Benjamin Franklin coerce
Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence as a delaying tactic as they try to persuade
the American colonies to support a resolution on independence. Film and snacks provided by the Friends of
Lacey Library.
BD – 7/15, 1 pm, Monday
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca
Skloot
Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.
A – 7/16, 6 pm, Tuesday
Evening Movie: Lincoln
(Rated PG-13.) The Civil War continues to rage,
America’s president struggles with continuing carnage
on the battlefield and as he fights with many inside his
own cabinet on the decision to emancipate the slaves.
Snacks provided by the Friends of Lacey Library.
T – 7/18, 7 pm, Thursday
Teens Get Crafty: Time Capsules
Capture and preserve your lives for the future. We’ll
have containers and decorations on hand; bring your
own contents to place inside and hide away for the
future. Suggestions of items to bring: letters, photos,
ticket stubs, small toys, and any other mementos you
can think of! REG
F – 7/20, 9:30 am, Saturday
SCI-FI Saturday
Dig into a day of science fiction movies:
9:30 am - City of Ember (Rated PG)
12 pm - Journey to the Center of the Earth (Rated G)
2:30 pm - Tremors (Rated PG-13)
A/COH – 7/22, 9 am – 12 pm, Monday
Blue to You Van
The Blue to You Van from Horizon Healthcare of NJ
welcome all to find out about information on healthy
living strategies & healthcare reform. Members can
speak to an advisor about claims and other issues.
camera. Ages 4 +. REG
A – 7/23, 7 pm, Tuesday
Friends of the Lacey Library Meeting
The Friends of Library are an essential link between
the library and the public. We plan programs and fundraisers for specific library needs. New members are
always welcome, please join us.
C ‒ 7/3, 10 am – 11:30 am, Wednesday Internet Basics
Prerequisite: Mouse skills. REG
CH – 7/25, 7 pm, Thursday
SAIL PJ Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Join our teen volunteers for a reading of some favorite
bedtime stories. Wear your PJ’s and bring a favorite
stuffed animal that can sleep over in the library. Come
back on Friday between 9 am and 5 pm to pick up your
stuffed friend and see what it did when the library lights
went out. For children ages 4 and up with caregiver.
REG
CH – 7/3, 2:30 pm, Wednesday
Dig for Dinos
Join us as we dig through sand to find dinosaurs. Ages
4 – 10.
A - 7/29, 6 pm Monday
Foreign Movie Night: Cinema Paradiso
(Rated PG.) In Italian with English subtitles. Set in a
small Italian town after World War II. A young boy is
mesmerized by a movie theater and strikes up a dynamic friendship with its warm-hearted projectionist. Film
and snacks provided by the Friends of Lacey Library.
LAKEWOOD
C – 7/1, 10 am – 11:30 am, Monday
Excel® I
Prerequisite: Mouse skills. REG
T – 7/1, 2 pm, Monday
Teen Cooking: Beneath the Surface
Make recipes based on our Summer Reading theme.
Ages 10 - 18. REG
CH – 7/1, 2:30 pm, Monday
Let’s Go Spelunking
Summer kick-off party. Play games and sign up for
summer reading.
CH – 7/2, 2 pm – 3 pm, Tuesday
Digital Photography
Shoot, save, play, & print your photos with a digital
T – 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/30, 2 pm, Tuesdays Manga Art
Class Series
Four-part manga art class. Supplies will be provided.
Ages 12 - 18. REG
CH – 7/3, 7/17, 11 am, Wednesdays
Preschool Play
A fun program for ages 2 – 5.
T – 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/31, 4:30 pm Wednesdays Teen
Gaming Night
Open gaming, Nintendo Wii®,
Xbox 360®, PlayStation® 2 & 3.
Ages 12 – 18.
C – 7/5, 10 am ‒ 11:30 am, Friday
Create a Résumé
Prerequisite: Mouse and typing skills
Résumé basics. REG
T – 7/5, 2 pm, Friday
Manga+Anime Club
Ages 13 – 18.
CH – 7/6, 2:30 pm, Saturday
Pictionary for Kids
Practice your artistic skills with this hilarious game.
Ages 6 – 12.
C – 7/9, 10 am ‒ 11:30 am, Tuesday
Computer Basics
Prerequisite: Mouse skills. Learn basic operations of a
new computer.
CH – 7/9, 10:30 am, Tuesday
Preschool Gardening Program
Presented by members of the Garden Club of Toms
River. Ages 3 – 5. REG
CH – 7/9, 2 pm – 3 pm, Tuesday
eReaders for Kids
Learn to use ListenNJ and eReaders. Ages 5 +. REG
CH – 7/9, 3:30 pm, Tuesday
Read to the Dogs
Share your favorite book with our friendly therapy
dogs. Ages 5 – 12.
CH – 7/9, 5:30 pm, Tuesday
Going Batty
Make some bats to decorate your room, or our library.
Ages 4 – 12.
A – 7/10, 12 pm, Wednesday
Crochet Drop in
Learn, improve, catch up on trends; or bring your projects. Open to all.
Family Movie: Peter Pan (Rated G.)
CH – 7/13, 2:30 pm, Saturday
Sarcophagus
Design a sarcophagus. Ages 5 – 12.
T – 7/15, 2 pm, Monday
Book Binding Bracelets
Ages 10 - 18. REG
CH – 7/15, 6 pm, Monday
Eat Your Math
Learn about math using food products. Ages 4+ REG
CH – 7/10, 2:30 pm, Wednesday
Enviroscape Waterways Program
Learn how pollutants get into our water and about the
water cycle through fun activities. Ages 4 – 12.
C – 7/16, 10:30 am ‒ 11:30 am, Tuesday Básicos del
E-mail
Requisito: Practica con mouse y teclas. Favor de registrarse. REG
CH – 7/10, 6 pm – 7 pm, Wednesday
Kids’ Computer Club
Join our computer club to learn new computer skills.
Ages 8 - 12. REG
A – 7/16, 12 pm, Tuesday
Free Services from the Talking Book and Braille Center
Learn about the free talking book player and library
services. REG
A – 7/10, 6:30 pm, Wednesday
Dinner and a Movie: Moonrise Kingdom (Rated PG13.)
Pair of young lovers flee their New England town,
which causes a local search party to fan out and find
them. Bring your dinner to enjoy the show.
CH – 7/16, 2:30 pm, Tuesday
Pirate Scavenger Hunt
Pirates have landed at the library and left a set of clues.
Let’s see where the clues lead us. Ages 6 – 12.
C – 7/11, 10 am ‒ 11:30 am, Thursday
Excel II®
Prerequisite: Excel I®. REG
CH – 7/11, 2:30 pm, Thursday
Dig Into Gardening
Presented by the Garden Club of Toms River. Ages 6 –
12. REG
T – 7/11, 4:30 pm, Thursday
Teen Computer Club
Computer games, MineCraft, and more. Ages 12 - 18.
CH – 7/11, 6 pm, Thursday
Predator for a Day
Games and activities about animal predators and prey.
Ages 6 – 12.
F – 7/13, 1 pm, Saturday
CH – 7/16, 5:30 pm, Tuesday and
7/20, 2:30 pm, Saturday
Archeologist Club
Practice the tricks of the archeologist’s trade as we dig
up the past.
C ‒ 7/17, 10 am ‒ 11:30 am, Wednesday Microsoft
Word I®
Prerequisite: Mouse skills. REG
CH – 7/17, 2 pm, Wednesday
Fossil Dig Find, and take home shark, dolphin &
stingray teeth, bones, spines, and more. Ages 5 +. REG
CH – 7/17, 5:30 pm, Wednesday
Let’s Mummy Up Create an ancient mummy. Ages 5 12.
A – 7/17, 6:30 pm, Wednesday
Adult Crafting: Paper Flowers
Make flowers out of paper. REG
C – 7/18, 10 am - 11:30 am, Thursday
Microsoft Word II®
Prerequisites: Mouse & Word I®. REG
T – 7/18, 7/25, 2 pm, Thursdays
Teen Filmmaking Club
Learn about filmmaking. Film, edit, and act in your own
film. Ages 12 - 18.
CH – 7/18, 2:30, Thursday
Be a Puppet Maker
We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination.
Ages 5 – 12.
CH – 7/18, 6 pm, Thursday
Kids Can Knit
Learn to knit. Bring your own yarn and needles or use
ours. Ages 8 - 16.
T – 7/22, 2 pm, Monday
Hair Chalking and Mermaid Scale Makeup Ages 10 18. REG
CH – 7/22, 2 pm, Monday
Act!vated Story Theater
Ages 5 & up. Join the fun with multicultural folktales
full of music, dance, props, colorful costumes, non-stop
action & audience participation. REG
CH – 7/23, 2:30 pm, Tuesday
LEGO® Building Challenge
Construct something awesome out of LEGOS®. Then
create a paper dump truck after our challenge. All ages.
CH – 7/23, 5:30 pm, Tuesday
Unearthing the Dinosaur
Decorate your dinosaur and create a cave for it. Ages
5 – 12.
T – 7/23 & 7/24, 4:30 pm, Tuesday & Wednesday Mario Kart® & Wii Sports Resort® Tournaments
Tuesday - Mario Kart®; Wednesday - Wii Sports Resort®. Ages 12 - 18.
C – 7/24, 10 am – 11:30 am, Wednesday eMail Basics
Prerequisites: Mouse & Internet. REG
F – 7/24, 1 pm, Wednesday
Family Movie: Wreck-It Ralph (Rated PG.) Wreck-It
Ralph longs to be loved, but nobody loves a bad guy.
Can Ralph become a hero and be happy?
CH – 7/24, 2:30 pm, Wednesday
Jakes Branch Park Program
An underground adventure into the world of earthworms. Ages 5 - 12. REG
CH – 7/25, 2:30 pm, Thursday
Wicked Tricks Magic Show
Join us for comedy, fun, laughter and the magic of Ray
Franklyn. All ages.
CH – 7/25, 6 pm, Thursday
In the Dark, Dark Cave
Enjoy a bone-chilling evening of ghost stories & urban
legends. Ages 7 - 12.
CH – 7/27, 2 pm, Saturday
Art on a Summer Afternoon
Create a collage using tissue paper.
T – 7/29, 2 pm, Monday
Temporary Glitter Tattoos
Ages 10 – 18. REG
CH – 7/29, 6 pm, Monday
Videography for Kids
Let’s shoot a movie and learn the
elements of a film set. Ages 4 +.
A – 7/29, 6:30 pm, Monday
Dinner and a Movie: Hyde Park on Hudson (Rated R.)
Bring your dinner.
C – 7/30, 10:30 am –11:30 am, Martes
Intro Al Internet
Los básicos del Internet.
CH – 7/30, 2:30 pm, Tuesday
Design a Dino
Create a dinosaur. Ages 4 – 12.
CH – 7/31, 2 pm – 3 pm, Wednesday
Science Fun
Extract DNA from a strawberry using household products. Ages 5 +.
CH – 7/31, 6 pm – 7:30 pm, Wednesday Kids’ Video
Game Club
Come play video games on our
gaming systems. Ages 8 - 12.
LITTLE EGG HARBOR
A – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
One-on-One Computer Chats
Come to a librarian with your individual computer
needs. These one-on-one sessions can be tailored to
your specific area of choice. Examples are email, Internet searching, Microsoft Office® software, and other
basic computer questions. Call the Little Egg Harbor
Branch to schedule an appointment, 609-294-1197.
Limit one session a month per person.
A – 6:30 pm, Wednesday
Get Your Knit On: Knit Night
Join us for a knitting night at the library, for beginners
and fanatics looking for inspiration and camaraderie.
Call the Little Egg Harbor Branch for dates, 609-2941197.
BD – 7/1, 1 pm, Monday
Little Egg Harbor Book Discussion: Monday Read &
Chat
Shanghai Refuge: A memoir of the World War II Jewish
Ghetto by Ernest G. Heppner. Please pick up a copy at
the circulation desk.
A – 7/3, 7/17, 7 pm, Wednesdays
Writers Critique Group
A new writers’ critique group will meet at the Little Egg
Harbor Branch. The group is open to all aspiring writers
but will focus on longer pieces. We welcome writers of
novels, short stories, memoirs, non-fiction, poems and
other categories.
CH – 7/6, 11 am - 1 pm, Saturday
Chess Classes with LEH Chess Club
Introductory chess classes are being offered to children
ages seven and older. Chess players with any experience are invited to attend and assist the new players.
Class space is limited.
T – 7/9, 11 am, Tuesday
Block the sun not the fun! Skin Cancer Awareness for
Teens & Children
Do you love to bathe in the sun for that summer tan?
Then you should know the impact the sun has on your
skin. Join health educator Vinny Smith for a presentation about skin cancer awareness, followed by a video
and the use of a Dermascan machine. A Dermascan
machine is a device used to check the DNA condition of
the skin below the surface (face).
For ages 10 and up.
T – 7/10, 7 pm, Wednesday
College Night: UChicago Information Session
The Assistant Director of Admissions at the University
of Chicago will be talking about their undergraduate
programs, as well as offering advice on applying to
highly selective schools, including writing essays, selecting recommenders, and the process in general.
A – 7/11, 6:30 pm, Thursday
Movie: Jack the Giant Slayer
(Rated PG-13.) The ancient war between humans and a
race of giants is reignited when Jack, a young farmhand
fighting for a kingdom and the love of a princess, opens
a gateway between the two worlds.
A – 7/13, 10:30 am, Saturday
eBook Open House
Drop in during our eBook hour with your eBook questions, learn about borrowing eBooks from the Ocean
County Library, how to download library eBooks, and
to test drive a Kindle®, iPad®, and Nook®.
BD – 7/16, 2 pm, Tuesday
Little Egg Harbor Book Discussion
The Paris Wife by Paula McLain. Please pick up a
copy at the circulation desk.
BD – 7/17, 11:30 am, Wednesday
Reader’s Society Book Discussion
The Confession by John Grisham. Please pick up a
copy at the circulation desk.
A – 7/17, 7 pm, Wednesday
Dale & Amy Acoustic Duet
Join us for an evening of music from the 1940’s, 50’s,
and 60’s, with Dale and Amy. Sponsored by the Friends
of the Little Egg Harbor Library.
BD – 7/18, 7 pm, Thursday
Marvelous Sleuths Book Club
The Hunter by John Lescroart. Please pick up a copy at
the circulation desk.
T - 7/18, 7 pm, Thursday
Teen Knit Night
Learn the basics and have fun creating a handmade
item.
A – 7/19, 10 am – 4 pm, Friday
County Connection Mobile Service Center
The mobile service will be in the Little Egg Harbor
Library parking lot. Services provided are passports,
Senior Services, Veteran Services, Consumer Affairs,
Voter Registration, Parks and Tourism information.
(Fees are required for some services.)
A – 7/19, 2 pm, Friday
eBook Open House
Drop in during our eBook hour with your eBook questions, learn about borrowing eBooks from the Ocean
County Library, how to download library eBooks, and
to test drive a Kindle®, iPad®, and Nook®.
A – 7/24, 7 pm, Wednesday
Warm Hearted Country Concert
Join us for an evening of music with Warm Hearted
Country featuring a variety of Classic Country, Bluegrass, Oldies and Gospel music. Sponsored by the
Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Library.
A – 7/25, 6:30 pm, Thursday
Movie: Oz: The Great and Powerful (Rated PG.) A
small-time magician is swept away to an enchanted
land and is forced into a power struggle between three
witches.
A – 7/31, 7 pm, Wednesday
Strictly 60’s Concert
The Strictly 60’s Duo will perform at the library, featuring the music of Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong,
Elvis, Bobby Darin, and 60’s pop music. Come join the
fun. Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor
Library.
LONG BEACH ISLAND
CH/T – 7/2, 10:30 am, Tuesday
Gaming Fun
Come in and get your game on.
Ages 7 and up. Drop In.
A – 7/2, 11 am, Tuesday
Free Blood Pressure Screening
Long Beach Island Health Dept.
FR - 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30,
1 pm - 3 pm, Tuesdays
Adult Writers’ Group
Want to improve your writing skills? Join this yearround group. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island
Library.
CH – 7/5, 7/19, 2:30 pm, Fridays
Just Dig It
A drop in craft for all ages.
FR – 7/8, 10 am - 12 pm, Monday
Friends Meeting
All are welcome to join.
F – 7/8, 7 pm, Monday
No Sand in the House
Local author, Jennifer Crawford, will read and sign copies of her LBI based book. For all ages.
CH – 7/9, 10:30 am, Tuesday
The Dirt on Dirt
What wiggles and squiggles and squirms underground?
Ages 5 +. REG
A – 7/10, 10 am, Wednesday
Survivor’s Guide to Personal Poetry
Personal poetry can bring a sense of satisfaction and
relief for one’s heart-felt feelings. LBI resident and
published author, Richard Morgan, has been writing
poetry for 50 years. He believes there is poetry in all of
us. Through his teaching, reading and gentle coaching,
attendees will be encouraged to question, comment and
ultimately, put pen to paper. REG
F – 7/10, 7 pm, Wednesday
Family BINGO
Join us for Family BINGO and win a prize. All ages
must REG
F – 7/11, 10 am, Thursday
ALO Program Series
Please contact branch for details.
CH/F – 7/12, 11 am, Friday
Reading Isn’t Ruff
Come in and read to our therapy dogs. For beginning
readers & up. Drop in.
A – 7/15, 11 am, Monday
Meet the Author of Boozehound
Come out to hear published author, and LBI native, Eric
Houghton, read from his shocking new memoir, Boozehound! Breaking a 30-Year Obsession. Eric will share
his heartfelt story of the depths of his alcoholism, and
how he finally got honest and broke free of the illness.
FR – 7/15, 7 pm, Monday
Connections-Our Bay, Our Businesses, Our Beautiful
Environment
Dr. Amy Williams, President of the Alliance for a Liv-
ing Ocean, will share her perspective on how everything is connected: the ocean, the beach, the bay, the
tributaries, the mainland, the island, the marshes, and
the sky. She will explain how the diversity of individuals and organizations can and ARE working together to
protect and promote our beautiful shore environment.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. REG
FR – 7/16, 2 pm - 4 pm, Tuesday
Buck-A-Bag Book Sale
Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library.
CH – 7/16, 2:30 pm, Tuesday
Storytime at Surf City Rita’s
Join Miss Carly for a drop in story time at Rita’s in Surf
City. For children.
CH – 7/17, 7 pm, Wednesday
Pearl Observatory presents: Fossil Dig
Your children will find and take home fossils. Children
ages 8 and up. REG
F/CH – 7/18, 10:30 am, Thursday
ALO Puppet Show
Please REG children only and individually. For children
of all ages.
T – 7/22, 11 am, Monday
Tween Craft: Glitter Tattoos
Come in and get your temporary tattoo. Ages 10 and up.
REG children.
F – 7/22, 7 pm, Monday
Tell Your Sandy Story
Where were you before Hurricane Sandy blew into our
lives, and where are you now? Did you stay? What have
you learned about yourself and your life on Long Beach
Island? Please come and share your story; Corinne
Ruff, author and collaborator of Island Child, LBI: Life
Lessons from the Shore, will help moderate this discussion. This program was developed in partnership with
the Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island
and the LBI Library. REG
FR – 7/23, 7 pm, Tuesday
Top Hats String Band
Keep your toes tapping, hands clapping. Ten musicians
playing saxophone, banjo, rhythm bass, accordion,
drums, glockenspiel, guitar along with singers will
present traditional Philadelphia Mummer’s music and
old favorites from the1920’s through today’s current
and popular tunes. Be ready to do the Mummers’ Strut
and win a certificate for your part in one of the band’s
songs. Please bring a lawn chair to enjoy this outdoor
concert. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library.
REG
CH/F – 7/24, 7 pm, Wednesday
Indiana Jones® Party
Join us for an archaeological adventure. Ages 8 and up.
REG
CH – 7/25, 10:30 am, Thursday
Dinosaur Tales
Become your favorite dinosaur.
Ages 5 and up. REG children only and individually.
A – 7/26, 10 am - 3 pm, Friday County Connection Bus
Services provided are County IDs, senior and veteran
services, consumer affairs, voter registration and parks
and tourism information. (Fees are required for some
services.) Drop in.
FR – 7/29, 7 pm, Monday
Tribute to Carole King
Relive the ‘70s music era with NY-based musician, Gail
Storm. Gail performs Carole King’s Tapestry album,
one of the best-selling albums of all time, in its’ entirety. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library.
CH/T – 7/30, 10:30 am, Tuesday
Mummy Wrapping Contest
Test out your mummy making skills.
Ages 8 +. REG children only and individually.
CH – 7/31, 7 pm, Wednesday
Insectropolis Presents: Bugs on the Go Want to see
real bugs?
Ages 4 +. REG children.
MANCHESTER
C - Dates and times vary
C - Dates and times vary
Computer Classes
Learn basic computer skills. Classes offered include
mouse, internet basics and Microsoft Word®. REG
C – 7/1 – 7/31
eReader/Tablet Assistance
Do you have questions about your Nook®, Kindle,
iPad®, or Android® Tablet? Learn the basics of using
your device. Individual one-hour sessions are available
by appointment. Please call 732-657-7600.
C – 7/1 – 7/31
Genealogy Assistance
Are you interested in researching your family history?
Sandi will assist you with your search. Appointments
are necessary. Please call 732-657-7600.
A - 11 am – 12 pm, Mondays
English Conversation
Practice your English by discussing current topics and
interests.
A – 7/2, 7/16, 9 am - 1 pm, Tuesdays
Mobile County Connection Van
Services provided are County IDs, senior and veteran
services, consumer affairs, voter registration and parks
and tourism information. (Fees are required for some
services.)
BD - 7/2, 10:15 am – 11:30 am, Tuesday
Elizabeth Street by Laurie Fabiano
Meet Local Author, Lo Anne Mayer
Lo Ann will talk about and sell signed copies of her
book, Celestial Conversations: Healing Relationships
after Death. The book deals with journaling as a method
of working through unresolved conflicts with someone
who passed away. REG
COH/A – 7/9, 2 pm, Tuesday
The Medicare Decisions – What, When, Who and
How?
Dianne Guyette, a NJ licensed health insurance agent
will present information to help you navigate the maze
of options before making a decision about Medicare.
This is an educational workshop and no plan-specific
benefits or details will be distributed. REG
A - 7/10, 12 pm, 3 pm, 6 pm, Wednesday
Movie: Hyde Park on Hudson
(Rated R) The story of the love affair between FDR and
his distant cousin Margaret “Daisy” Suckley, centered
around the weekend in 1939 when the King and Queen
of the United Kingdom visited upstate New York.
A - 7/2, 7/16, 2 pm - 4 pm, Tuesdays
Writer’s Circle
Writers of all genres meet to discuss writing issues and
critique their work.
A - 7/3, 12 pm, 3 pm, 6 pm, Wednesday
Movie: Stand Up Guys
(Rated R.) Aging con men try to get the old gang back
together for one last hurrah before one of the guys takes
his last assignment to kill his comrade.
A - 7/11, 7/25, 2 pm - 4 pm, Thursdays
Chicks with Sticks- A Knitting and Crocheting Group
Bring your yarn, needles, hooks and current projects.
COH/A - 7/5, 7/19, 9 am – 11 am, Fridays
Blue To You Van
The Blue to You Van from Horizon Healthcare of NJ
welcome all to find out about information on healthy
living strategies & healthcare reform. Members can
speak to an advisor about claims and other issues.
A – 7/15, 2 pm, Monday
Baseball Recap
How’s your favorite team doing so far? Recap the 1st
half of the 2013 season and share your love of baseball.
REG
A - 7/5, 10 am – 12 pm, Friday
Using your Kindle Fire® to Borrow Library Books
Do you have a Kindle Fire®? Learn how to use it to
download library books. You must have an Ocean
County Library card, an email account, and an Amazon® account. REG
A - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 12 pm, Fridays Chess Club
Bring your chess sets and play in our
YA area.
A – 7/8, 1 pm, Monday
A - 7/12, 7/26, 1 pm – 3 pm, Fridays
Quilting Bee
Quilting classes are held during the first meeting of the
month. The second meeting is usually reserved for independent projects.
A - 7/17, 12 pm, 3 pm, 6 pm, Wednesday
Foreign Movie: Off White Lies
(NR) Libby is sent to live with her eccentric father
in Israel, who turns out to be homeless. He comes up
with a scheme for them to pose as refugees and they
are taken in by a well-off family. Hebrew & English w/
English subtitles. 86 minutes.
A - 7/18, 10 am- 11 am, Thursday
Glucose Screening
A - 7/18, 2 pm – 4 pm, Thursday
Book Chat
Share with others good books that you’ve recently read.
A – 7/19, 2 pm – 3:30 pm, Friday
Medicare Information Workshop
Lawyer, Robert Novy, host of Inside the Law on
WOBM will present information to help you understand the impact of changes to Medicare. REG
A – 7/22, 10 am – 12 pm, Monday
Using your Nook Tablet® to Borrow Library Books
Do you have a Nook Tablet®? Learn how to use it to
download library books. You must have an OC Library
card, an email account, and a Barnes & Noble® account. REG
A - 7/24, 12 pm, 3 pm, 6 pm, Wednesday Movie: The
Last Stand
(Rated R.) The leader of a drug cartel busts out of a
courthouse and speeds to the Mexican border, where the
only thing in his path is a sheriff and his inexperienced
staff.
A – 7/29, 10 am – 12 pm, Monday
Using your iPad® to Borrow Library Books
Do you have an iPad®? Learn how to use it to download library books. You must have an OC Library card,
an email account, and an Apple® ID.REG
A – 7/31, 12 pm, 3 pm, 6 pm, Wednesday
Movie: Jack the Giant Slayer
(Rated PG) The ancient war between humans and a
race of giants is reignited when Jack, a young farmhand
fighting for a kingdom and the love of a princess, opens
a gateway between the two worlds.
PLUMSTED
CH – 7/2, 7/16, 7/30, 10:30 am, Tuesdays Toddler
Time
Ages 18 - 36 months and their caregivers are welcome
to join us for stories, songs, and play. REG
F – 7/3, 2 pm, Wednesday
Movie: The Land Before Time (Rated G.) An enchanting animated family adventure that follows the journey
of five young dinosaurs and their quest to reach the
Great Valley. The journey is filled with laughter, excitement, and several life threatening obstacles along the
way. REG
A –7/3, 6 pm - 7 pm, Wednesday
Book Discussion for Adults
We will be discussing Very Valentine by Adriana
Trigiani. New members welcome. Upcoming Titles:
August – Boardwalk Empire, Nelson Johnson
F – 7/8, 6:30 pm, Monday
Movie Night – Holes (Rated PG)
A wrongfully convicted boy is sent to a brutal desert
detention camp where he joins the job of digging holes
for some mysterious reason REG
CH – 7/10, 7 pm, Wednesday
LEGO® Club
Come to the library for some LEGO® fun time. REG
A – 7/10, 7 pm - 8:45 pm, Wednesday
Meet the Mayor
Schedule an appointment to meet with Mayor Leutwyler and Assemblyman Dancer. Please call 609-7587888.
CH/T/A – 7/17, 7 pm, Wednesday
Puppy Power
Learn about raising Seeing Eye puppies to become dog
guides. All ages. REG
F – 7/18, 2 pm, Thursday
Movie: Gnomeo and Juliet
(Rated G.) Garden gnomes Gnomeo and Juliet have as
many obstacles to overcome as their quasi namesakes
when they are caught up in a feud between neighbors.
REG
A – 7/22, 3 pm, Monday
Reader’s Advisory Program
Come join us for our Reader’s Advisory Program. Let
us show you the resources the library has to help you
choose books to enjoy. Light refreshments will be
served. Registrations will be accepted, but not required.
F – 7/22, 6:30 pm, Monday
Movie Night: Journey 2: The Mysterious Island (Rated
PG)
The new journey begins when Sean Anderson receives
a coded distress signal from a mysterious island where
no island should exist, and it holds an astonishing secret. Sean and his
family set out to find the island,
rescue its lone inhabitant and escape before seismic
shockwaves force the island under the sea and bury its
treasures forever. REG
T - 7/24, 6 pm, Wednesday
Teen Mystery Dinner
Participate in a fun interactive mystery game. Refreshments will be provided. Teens 13 +. REG
CH – 7/26, 2 pm, Friday
LEGO® Club
Come to the library for some LEGO® fun time. REG
POINT PLEASANT BEACH
ED – Curio Display
Logan Forte’s Super Heroes;
Meeting Room Art Display
Artists: Mary-Jo Austin & Lou Ricco
A – 7/8, 1 pm, Monday
Stitch at the Beach
Bring along your needles and yarn and join our monthly
knitting group.
All skill levels welcome. REG
F – 7/11, 11 am, Thursday
Angry Birds®
Build Angry Bird® levels with recycled materials, and
then try out your skills in conquering the pigs. Families
welcome. REG
F – 7/11, 6:30 pm, Thursday
Piccirillo Sciencetellers: Bugs of Blackwood
Join us as we learn about the science of matter by telling the tale of The Bugs of Blackwood, using experiments with fire, gas, air pressure, water, chemicals, and
much more. Families welcome. REG
BD – 7/18, 12 pm, Thursday
Literature & Lunch: Calico Joe
Bring your lunch and discuss a great book. This
month’s selection is Calico Joe by John Grisham. REG
F – 7/18, 7 pm, Thursday
Amazing V: Magical Underground
Packed with colorful comedy magic and tons of audience participation this is one program that guarantees
laughs and that everyone in the family will be excited
about digging into a good book. Families welcome.
REG
T – 7/22, 10:30 am, Monday
No Sew Bandana Tote Bags
Join us for a no sew, cut and knot craft. Ages 12 and up.
REG
F – 7/23, 6:30 pm, Tuesday
Seeing Eye Puppies
How are Seeing Eye dogs trained? How do they help
people? Learn the answers to these questions and more
at our meet and greet with some amazing Seeing Eye
dogs. Families welcome. REG
BD – 7/23, 7 pm, Tuesday
The Summer Guest by Justin Cronin. REG
F – 7/25, 11 am, Thursday
Insectropolis: Bugs on the Go
Get up close and personal with creepy crawlies. Families welcome. REG
POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH
ED – July
Displayed in the meeting room is a retrospective collection of Watercolor and Oil Paintings by James J. Curry,
featuring scenes from New Jersey and Ireland. Displayed in the exhibit case will be a collection of Video
Game Cases by Greg Skon.
C – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Individualized Computer Chats
A librarian will assist with setting up email, mouse
skills or other basic computer questions. Call the branch
to schedule an appointment, 732-295-1555. Limit one
session a month per person.
CH – 7/3, 4 pm, Wednesday
Read to the Dogs
Children practicing their reading skills can read books
out loud to our cuddly canines from Bright & Beautiful
Therapy Dogs.
A – 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 1 pm - 3 pm, Fridays
Mahjong Afternoon
Bring a friend and have fun playing the popular tile
game mahjong. All skill levels welcome.
T – 7/8, 2 pm, Monday
Sand Art for Teens
Come to the library to make a sand art creation. Grades
6 - 12. REG
A – 7/8, 7 pm, Monday
Jersey Shore Science Fiction Club
Share your love of the science fiction genre with others
who feel the same way.
T – 7/10, 1:30 pm, Wednesday
Teen Gaming Afternoon
Bring your friends, hang out, and play some classic
board games or Wii © video games. Grades 6 - 12.
REG
F – 7/11, 7/25, 7 pm, Thursdays
Chess Club
Drop in to play chess and have fun. All ages and skill
levels are welcome.
BD – 7/11, 7 pm, Thursday
Irresistible Henry House
JSQspot’s book club will discuss Lisa Grunwald’s
book. New members welcome.
A – 7/11, 7/25, 7:30 pm, Thursdays
Adult Writers Group
Explore your writing skills in a fun, informal setting.
BD – 7/15, 10:30 am, Monday
Isaac’s Storm
Discuss this Erik Larson novel with the members of the
Pt. Pleasant Friends Book Discussion Group.
T – 7/15, 6:30 pm, Monday
Teen Choice Movie Night
Come with your friends to watch a movie. Teens vote
on what will be viewed. Grades 6 - 12. REG
A – 7/17, 7 pm, Wednesday
Pass My Imperfections Lightly By: Mary Todd Lincoln
Share an intimate 1876 evening with Mary Todd Lincoln as she reflects back through the many triumphs and
tribulations of her life. Join us for insight into yet another side of the Lincolns’ extraordinary role in American
history. Presented by Linda Turash Productions. REG
A – 7/18, 10 am - 2 pm, Thursday
OC Connections Van
Services provided are County IDs, senior and veteran
services, consumer affairs, voter registration and parks
and tourism information. (Fees are required for some
services.)
T – 7/22, 2 pm, Monday
Beat Brian at Trivia Contest
Teens do you have what it takes to beat Brian our SAIL
coordinator in a trivia contest? Come to the library to
find out! Grades 6 - 12. REG
CH – 7/22, 6:30 pm, Monday
LEGO© Club
Test your imagination as you build with the library’s
LEGO© blocks.
Ages 5 - 11. REG
T – 7/23, 2 pm, Tuesday
Crayon Melting Art
Come to the library to do cool art from melted crayons.
Grades 6 - 12. REG
BD – 7/24, 7:30 pm, Wednesday
Writing On My Forehead
Join members of the Good Readers’ book club as they
discuss their book of the month.
CH – 7/26, 10:30 am, Friday
DUPLO© Play Club
Bring your little one and have fun building with the library’s collection of LEGO© DUPLO© blocks. It will
be a great time to play and explore together. Ages 2 - 5
with caregiver. REG
T – 7/29, 2 pm, Monday
Teen Challenge: Cup Stacking
Come to the library for a crazy cup stacking challenge.
Grades 6 - 12. REG
T – 7/30, 2 pm, Tuesday
Teen Gaming Afternoon
Beat the heat and come to the library to play Nintendo
Wii® and board games with your friends. Grades 6 and
up. REG
STAFFORD
All Programs may not be listed, contact the Branch for
All Programs may not be listed, contact the Branch for
more information.
CH/T - 7/1, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Monday
Tween Maker Night: July 4th Poppers
Create a confetti filled popper to celebrate July 4th.
Ages 9 - 14. REG
C - 7/2, 1:30 pm - 3 pm, Tuesday
Mouse Basics
Everything you need to know about using the mouse.
REG
CH – 7/3, 10 am – 1 pm, Wednesday
Elephant and Piggie
Drop in stories, games and crafts
celebrating the books of Mo Willems. Ages 2 +. REG
A – 7/3, Tuesday, and 7/16, Friday,
11 am – 12 pm Tech Buddies
Bring your Internet and technology questions to our
teen volunteers. REG
A - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 1 pm – 4 pm, Fridays Mahjong A fascinating game originating from China.
Please bring game sets and current card. REG
A - 7/8, 7/22, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm, Mondays Rutgers
Cooperative Extension, Ocean County Master Gardeners - Help and Assistance
The Ocean County Master Gardener team will be on
hand to answer any questions you may have, and to
diagnose your dying or diseased clippings.
C - 7/9, 10:30 am – 12 pm, Tuesday
Internet Basics
Learn to navigate the Internet. Mouse skills required.
REG
BD - 7/9, 1 pm – 2 pm, Tuesday
Tuesday Afternoon Book Discussion
How to Talk to a Widower by Jonathan Tropper. Pick
up a copy at the Circ Desk.
CH/F - 7/10, 1 pm - 4 pm, Wednesday
Storytime Puppet Show
Three Hens and Peacock by Lester L. Laminack.
Presented by the Ocean County Library Puppet Show
Players.
T - 7/10, 1:30 pm - 3 pm, Wednesday
Minecrafternoon
Play Minecraft® and talk about the game with other
players. REG
T - 7/11, 6 pm – 8 pm, Thursday
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Earn community service credit & have fun. TAB members help the teen librarian, contribute to program plans,
& build leadership skills. Grades 7 - 12.
F - 7/12, 10 am – 12 pm, Friday
Wings and Rings Hobbit Party
Bring your hairy feet and colorful wings to our family
friendly celebration of Hobbits and fairies. We’ll have
crafts and games and work together to transform the
Children’s Room into a fantastic forest. Hosted by the
library’s teen volunteers. Ages 3 +. REG
A – 7/13, 2 pm – 4 pm, Saturday
Movie: Jack Reacher (Rated PG-13)
A homicide investigator digs deeper into a case involving a trained military sniper who shot five random
victims.
T - 7/15, 12 pm, Monday
Underground Art: Graffiti
Learn the history of graffiti and help decorate the hallway.
C - 7/17, 1:30 pm – 3 pm, Wednesday
Internet: Beyond the Basics
Learn advanced Internet searching techniques. Mouse
& internet skills required. REG
F – 7/17, 7 pm – 8 pm, Wednesday
Magic Hands
Comedy magic performed by Ray Franklin. Ages 3 and
up. REG
FR – 7/18, 9:30 am - 12 pm, Thursday
Friends of the Stafford Library Meeting
Become a member. All are welcome.
C - 7/18, 10:30 am – 12 pm, Thursday
eBay® Basics
Learn the basics of buying and selling on eBay®.
Mouse and Internet skills required. REG
F – 7/20, 2 pm – 4 pm, Saturday
Family Movie: Rise of the Guardians
(PG.) The Immortal Guardians team up to protect the
innocence of children.
C - 7/22, 10:30 am – 12 pm, Monday
Microsoft Word® 2010 Basics
Learn basic document creation, menu and toolbar functionality in Word®. Mouse and Microsoft Windows®
skills required. Bring a flash drive to save your work.
REG
F – 7/22, 7 pm – 8 pm, Monday
Theatrical Folktales
Act!vated Story Theatre features physical comedy,
imaginative props, American Sign Language and audience participation; staged by actors before a gigantic
book. REG
F – 7/23, 2 pm – 4 pm, Tuesday
Popcorn Movie: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Rated
PG)
Four radical reptiles are transformed into pizza loving
crime fighters.
C - 7/25, 10:30 am – 12 pm, Thursday
Microsoft Excel® 2010 Basics
Learn the basics of the Excel® spreadsheet program.
Mouse skills and Windows® experience required. Bring
a flash drive to save your work. REG
FR - 7/25, 9 am – 1 pm, Thursday
Friends of the Stafford Library Book Sale
Great books. Great bargains.
T - 7/25, 7 pm – 8 pm, Thursday
Teen Anime and Manga
Explore Japanese pop culture through anime and manga. Discuss old favorites and new releases. We’ll share
fan art, plan cosplay, and do crafts. Grades 7 - 12. REG
T - 7/26, 1 pm – 4 pm, Friday
Henna, Hair Chalking, & Glitter Tattoos
Check out a variety of temporary decorations. Participants must have signed parental permission. REG
T - 7/29, 1 pm - 4:30 pm, Monday
Teen Movie: Beautiful Creatures
(PG-13.) Ethan longs to escape his small Southern
town. When he meets a mysterious new girl, Lena, together they uncover dark secrets about their respective
families, their history and their town.
C - 7/30, 1:30 pm – 3 pm, Tuesday
Microsoft PowerPoint® 2010 Basics
Learn how to create and edit a Microsoft PowerPoint®
slide presentation. Mouse and Windows® skills required. Bring a flash drive to save your work. REG
COH/A – 7/30, 2 pm – 3:30 pm, Tuesday
Free Bone Density Screenings
Osteoporosis affects men and women of all ages and
races. Sponsored by The Center for Healthy Aging in
cooperation with the Pharmacy Department at Kimball
Medical Center. Light refreshments. REG
TOMS RIVER
ED – 6/1 – 6/30
ED – 7/1 – 7/31
Paintings by Martina Smejkalova McConnell Gallery &
Second Floor Gallery.
CH – 7/1, 6:30 pm, Monday
Trickster Tales Ages 6 - 12. REG
C – 7/2, 9:30 am – 11:30 am, Tuesday
eBook Downloading and Troubleshooting REG
A – 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 10 am, Tuesdays
English Conversation Group
Are you new to speaking English? Join us and talk
about current events and more. New members welcome.
CH – 7/2, 2 pm – 4 pm, Tuesday
Undercover Spy Camp
Ages 6 - 12. REG
A – 7/2, 6 pm – 8:30 pm, Tuesday
Lincoln (Rated PG-13)
The Civil War continues to rage, America’s president
struggles with continuing carnage on the battlefield and
as he fights with many inside his own cabinet on the
decision to
emancipate the slaves. REG
A – 7/2, 7 pm, Tuesday
Open Mic Night
A night of acoustic entertainment. New & experienced
musicians, comedians, and spoken word artists are
invited to share a song or three. REG
CH - 7/2, 7/9, 7/23, 7 pm - 8 pm, Tuesdays Teens Take
Over
Come to a surprise program planned and run by teen
volunteers specifically for tweens. Ages 9 - 12 REG
T – 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 7pm, Tuesdays
Tuesdays is Write! A writers group for teens
Share your writing. Chat with published authors. Get
inspired. REG
A – 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 10 am, Wednesdays
English Conversation Group
Are you new to speaking English? Join the talk about
current events and other subjects. New members welcome.
CH - 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31,
6:30 pm, Wednesdays
Boys Club & Girls Club
Each meet monthly. See our online calendar for more
information. REG
T – 7/5, 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm, Friday
Minecrafternoon
Can’t get enough Minecraft®? Drop by the 2nd Floor
Computer Lab on the 1st Friday of the month and game
with new and old friends. Ages 12 - 18.
CH – 7/6, 2 pm – 4 pm, Saturday
Wii® Drop in Ages 7 - 12.
CH – 7/8, 10:30 am, Monday
Wiggle Bodies
Creative movement for ages 4 - 6. REG
FR – 7/8, 2 pm, Monday
Friends Meeting
The Friends of the Library are an essential link between the library and the public. We plan programs and
fundraisers for specific library needs. New members are
always welcome, please join us.
C – 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 2 pm - 4 pm, Mondays Tech
Buddies
Confused about your new gadget? Come to the computer lab. Teen volunteers help you learn to use cell
phones, eReaders or Tablets. REG
T – 7/8, 7 pm – 8 pm, Monday
Maker Monday
Make it @ your library: elegant and outrageous Masquerade Mask.
T – 7/9, 4:30 pm – 6 pm, Tuesday
Teen Anime Club
Trivia, cosplay, new episodes, and more. Ages 12 - 18
BD – 7/9, 7 pm, Tuesday
Still Alice by Lisa Genova
C – 7/10, 9:30 am – 11 am, Wednesday Internet I REG
CH – 7/11, 10:30 am, Thursday
What’s Cookin’
A food demo, ages 6 - 12. REG
C – 7/11, 2 pm – 3:30 pm, Thursday
Mouse/Basic Computer Skills REG
CH/T – 7/11, 2 pm, Thursday
Block The Sun Not The Fun
Working on the perfect summer tan? Find out how to
protect yourself from skin cancer and use a Dermascan
machine. It checks the DNA condition of the skin below
the surface of your face. Presented by Vinny Smith,
Health Educator of Horizon NJ Health. Ages 10 +.
REG
A - 7/11, 6 pm - 8:30 pm, Thursday
Video Gamers Plus (20 Somethings)
If you’re a casual player, a hardcore gamer or want to
make new friends, this club provides a place to meet
others with shared interest, have a good time, and engage in friendly competition. Ages 18 +.
C – 7/13, 10 am – 11:30 am, Saturday
Learn a New Language Online with Mango® REG
A/COH – 7/15, 2 pm – 3 pm, Monday
Chapters of Health: Intimacy After 60
The Center for Healthy Aging/ Kimball Medical Center,
affiliate of Barnabas Health System, presents Intimacy,
Sex and Today’s Mature Adults. Uncover the myth surrounding intimacy after 60. Refreshments. REG
T - 7/15, 7 pm – 8 pm, Monday
Maker Monday
Make it @ your library: create your own geo clay bead
key chains or
jewelry. REG
C – 7/16, 10 am – 11:30 am, Tuesday
Intro to MS Publisher® 2010 REG
CH – 7/16, 2:30 pm, Tuesday
Little Al Dino
Dinosaur fun for ages 3 – adult. REG
C – 7/17, 9:30 am – 11 am, Wednesday
Yahoo® email I REG
A - 7/18, 7/25, 6 pm - 8:30 pm, Thursdays
Toms River Gamers Corner
(20 Somethings)
Play cool card, RPG & board games and more. We
welcome new and experienced players. Usually Meets
the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month in the Green
Room. Ages 18 +.
A/T – 7/18, 7 pm – 8:30 pm, Thursday
“732” Music Event
Free shows with local bands every month at 7 pm, on
the 3rd Thursday, with 2 acts. This month: Tiny Teeth
Farewell Tour – last show in NJ.
CH – 7/19, 10:30 am, Friday
Diggin’ Up the Facts
Archaeology with the internet.
Ages 9 - 12. REG
T - 7/19, 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm, Friday
Teen Gamers Club
Meet at the Teen Zone on the third Friday of the month
for handheld gaming, console gaming (Wii®, PS3®,
XBox®), cards, and board games.
Ages 12 - 18. REG
A/F- 7/29, 7:30 pm, Monday
Music
Spampinato Brothers
Carousel of
C – 7/30, 10 am – 11:30 am, Tuesday
Science Online Database REG
CH – 7/19, 6:30 pm, Friday
Eyes of the Wild Presents
Dig Into Wildlife. Live animals. A family program.
REG
A – 7/30, 7 pm, Tuesday
Performance by the Acoustic Musician’s Guild
Join us for an evening of traditional, folk rock and contemporary music performed by the local artists of the
Acoustic Musician’s Guild. REG
CH – 7/20, 11 am – 1 pm, Saturday
Sharpie® Magic
T-shirt fun. Ages 6 - 12. REG
C – 7/31, 2 pm – 3:30 pm, Wednesday
Mouse / Basic Computer Skills
REG
T - 7/22, 7 pm – 8 pm, Monday
Maker Monday
Make it @ your library: temporary body art with Henna. REG
C – 7/23, 10 am – 12 pm, Tuesday
Yahoo® email I REG
A – 7/24, 7 pm, Wednesday
Film Screening: The Meaning
Local film makers Ian J. Keeney, Kimber Voss, Paul
MacCracken, Corey Howell, Greg Wilson & Sarael
Martinez watch The Meaning, a film produced by
Christians, Atheists, and other faiths about bringing
people together in this war on religion in our Christian
Nation. Film makers share ideas to gain understanding,
build respect, and learn to love despite our differences.
Q & A to follow. REG
A – 7/25, 6 pm – 8 pm, Thursday
Anime Plus (20 Somethings)
Watch anime and discuss manga while meeting with
other new adults. Ages 18 - 29. REG
CH – 7/26, 2:30 pm, Friday
OCL Puppet Show Players: 3 Hens and a Peacock by
Lester Laminack. Family program. REG
C – 7/27, 9:30 am – 11 am, Saturday
Microsoft Word® 2010 I REG
T - 7/29, 7 pm – 8 pm, Monday
Maker Monday
Make it @ your library: JAW-some Shark Week inspired crafts. REG
TUCKERTON
A – 7/1, 7 pm, Monday
Pass My Imperfections Lightly By: Mary Todd Lincoln
Share an intimate 1876 evening with Mary Todd Lincoln as she reflects back through the many triumphs and
tribulations of her life. Join us for insight into yet another side of the Lincolns’ extraordinary role in American
history. Presented by Linda Turash Productions. REG
F – 7/8, 6 pm, Monday
Family Movie Night: Oz the Great and Powerful (Rated
PG)
A small-time magician is swept away to an enchanted
land and is forced into a power struggle between three
witches. REG
C – 7/9, 2 pm, Tuesday
Librarian by Appointment
One hour. Limit 1. REG
T – 7/10, 7/17, 2:30 pm, Wednesdays Tin Foil Owls &
Other Creations
Bring your imagination and create a masterpiece out of
glue, aluminum foil and shoe polish. You must register
for both days to complete the project.
Ages 10 - 16. REG
CH – 7/12 – 7/13, Drop- in
Scavenger Hunt
The hunt is on. Stop at the desk to discover what you
will be looking for.
F – 7/13, 10:30 am, Saturday
Books and Bricks Star Wars
Saturday
Sponsored by DK and LEGO®
Readers. Drop in for LEGO® fun, a craft, free raffle,
and giveaways.
Make an American Flag
Drop in to make an American flag.
A – 7/22, 6 pm, Monday
Movie Night: Jack the Giant Slayer (Rated PG-13)
The ancient war between humans and a race of giants
is reignited when Jack, a young farmhand fighting for
a kingdom and the love of a princess, opens a gateway
between the two worlds. REG
F – 7/9, 2 pm, Tuesday
Craft Time with Sparks
CH – 7/27, 10 am, Saturday
Little Al Dino
Be a Paleontologist for the day. Touch a real dinosaur
egg, teeth and bones. Help rebuild the little Allosaurus.
Ages 4 and up. Presented by John Miller of Pearl Observatory. REG
UPPER SHORES
We look forward to serving you again soon at our
Upper Shores location. In the meantime, please enjoy
library programs and services at any of our other locations. Ocean County Libraries closest to Upper Shores
include the: Point Boro Branch located at 834 Beaver
Dam Road (732-295-1555) the Point Beach Branch located at 710 McLean Avenue (732-892-4575) the Brick
Branch located at 301 Chambers Bridge Road (732477-4513) and the
Toms River Branch located at
101 Washington Street
(732- 349-6200.)
WARETOWN
C – By Appointment
Computer Lessons
We customize your lessons. REG
CH – 7/1, 7 pm, Monday
Kool Aid Paintings
We’ll supply the Kool Aid paints, you supply your
imagination. Ages 5 - 11.
CH – 7/2, 11 am, Tuesday
CH – 7/8, 7 pm, Monday
Make a Prairie Dog Puppet
Ages 5 - 11.
CH – 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 11 am,
Thursdays
Reading Buddies Encourage your child to read with
the support of a teen reading buddy. Grades 1 - 4 are
welcome. Participants must have registered prior to the
first session. REG
CH – 7/11, 3 pm, Thursday
Super Shore Birds
We live under one of the most fascinating migratory
crossroads in the world. Learn more about birds that
visit our coast. Ages 7 - 12.
A – 7/15, 1 pm - 3 pm, Monday
Journey to Wellness
Do mental health and substance abuse issues affect your
life? Members from the Journey to Wellness Center
will be available in our meeting room to provide confidential support with helpful information and referral
services. Just drop in.
CH – 7/15, 7 pm, Monday
Stuffed Animal Sleep Over
Come with a stuffed animal for a fun story time and
snack. Then, let them spend the night with other stuffed
animals. Ages 3 and up.
CH – 7/16, 11 am, Tuesday
Stuffed Animal Snack Time
Your stuffed animal will be so excited to see you after
their sleep over. The two of you can stay for another
great short story and snack. Ages 3 +.
CH – 7/18, 12 pm, Thursday
Reading Tails
Our Bright and Beautiful Therapy dogs love to have
you read to them. Recommended for ages 4 - 12.
CH – 7/22, 7 pm, Monday
Cave Salamander Craft Ages 5 - 11.
CH – 7/23, 2 pm, Tuesday
BONK! We’ll introduce you to drums and percus-
sive instruments in this interactive program. Kids will
sharpen their listening skills and even create sounds of
their own rainforest.
Ages 5 - 11. REG
CH – 7/24, 3 pm, Wednesday
Bejeweled Burrowing Bugs
Fix insects in resin to make a pendant, wrist band, or
ornament. Choose from our bug collection or bring
your own (deceased, of course). Ages 8 - 12. REG
FR - 7/26, Friday 1 pm - 3 pm, and 7/27, Saturday 10
am - 12 pm
Friends Monthly Book Sale
CH – 7/29, 7 pm. Monday
Recycled Craft Bring recycled material back to life.
Ages 12 - 17.
CH – 7/30, 2 pm, Tuesday
Puppet Show: Three Hens and a Peacock. Ages 3 +.