Connecting People, Building Community / theoceancountylibrary.org
SEPTEMBER 2012
Programs & Events
Calendar of Events September 2012 See our Hispanic Heritage Month Insert for additional programming
Table of Contents Barnegat ................................................2 Beachwood ...........................................4 Berkeley ................................................5
All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed on Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day
Brick ......................................................7 Island Heights .....................................10 Jackson ...............................................11 Lacey ...................................................13 Lakewood ............................................15
All Library programs are free and open to the public, but registration may be limited. To avoid disappointment, please call the branch where the program is offered to register.
Little Egg Harbor ................................18 Long Beach Island .............................20 Manchester .........................................22 Plumsted .............................................24 Point Beach.........................................25
H All activities pose a degree of risk. We urge you to talk to your physician before beginning any exercise program and to be especially careful if you have any health issues. If you experience any pain or discomfort associated with any activity, you should stop immediately to prevent injury.
Point Borough ....................................26 Stafford................................................28 Toms River ..........................................30 Tuckerton ............................................33 Upper Shores ......................................34
The Ocean County Library system makes every effort to provide access to our programs for people with disabilities. Please call your local branch prior to attending the program for special needs arrangements.
Waretown ............................................35
Key A
Adult Program
T
Teen Program
CH
Children’s Program
C
Computer Class
F
Family Program
BD
FR
Friends Program
ED
Exhibits & Displays
COH
Chapters of Health
REG
Please register
HHM
Hispanic Heritage Month
Book Discussion 1
BARNEGAT
A - Business Hours English Conversations Led by trained volunteers, new speakers of English get the chance to practice and develop self-confidence in a welcoming, informal environment. Groups and individualized conversation available. Special times can also be arranged. Please call Peggy at 609-698-3331 to register, or stop by circulation desk.
Friends Meeting Join an active group looking for new ideas to support our branch. We connect people and build communities. A - 9/12, 7 pm, Wednesday Writers Group Meeting
A - 9/5, 10 am - 12 pm, Wednesday Free Blood Pressure Screening Provided by the Ocean County Health Department.
CH, F - 9/13, 6:30 pm, Thursday Family Movie Night: Disney Nature’s Chimpanzee (Rated PG.) A 3-year-old chimpanzee is separated from his troop and then adopted by a fully-grown male. Bring your own popcorn and enjoy (No drinks, please.) REG or drop in.
CH - 9/5, 10:30 am, Wednesday Tiny Tot Tales Our shortest storytime for your littlest listeners. Ages 10 – 18 months. REG
F - 9/14, 10 am – 4 pm, Friday County Connection Mobile Bus Providing services including county ID, passports, senior services and more. Bus located in back parking lot.
T - 9/5, 7 pm, Wednesday Anime / Manga Club Enjoy all things manga and anime while having fun with friends new and old. Drop in, Grades 7 - 12.
HHM, CH - 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10:30 am, Fridays Hispanic Heritage Month Storytime – 3 week session It’s Hispanic Heritage Month. Join us for three weeks of stories and fun. We’ll feature Spanish words and songs each week. Ages 3 - 5. REG once for all three sessions.
A - 9/7, 2:30 pm, Friday Genealogy on the Internet Climb your family tree and explore genealogy databases offered by the library including those accessible free from your home. REG CH - 9/10, 10:30 am, Monday Toddler Tales Join us for stories, songs and fun. Ages 18 - 36 months. REG
A - 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 1 pm, Mondays Monday Movies Join us on Mondays for movies on the library’s big screen. Customers are welcome to bring snacks from home to enjoy during the movie. 9/10: Battleship (Rated PG-13) 9/17: Think Like a Man (Rated PG-13) 9/24: The 5 Year Engagement (Rated R) A - 9/11, 10:15 am, Tuesday Knitting 101 with Aunt Franny She is back. All skill levels are invited. FR - 9/11, 1 pm, Tuesday
A - 9/18, 2 pm, Tuesday Book Discussion Room by Emma Donoghue A five-year-old boy has never known any living space beyond an eleven square foot room where his mother has been imprisoned for seven years. This novel is beautifully written as a first person narrative from the view of this young boy. Mother and child plan a nail-biting escape to face the world together. A - 9/18, 7 pm, Tuesday Meet the Artists of the Pinelands Photography Group Artists displaying at the branch will show slides while explaining their art and knowledge of the Pinelands. Questions are encouraged, whether about the photos or the Pinelands. This is week 1 in a 3 week series dedicated to information and education on the Pinelands. REG CH - 9/19, 4 pm, Wednesday Tween the Covers – Book Club A monthly gathering of tweens and books. Ages 9+. T - 9/19, 7 pm, Wednesday Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Participate in community service. Teens grades 7 - 12 are welcome to share ideas and plan programs.
CH, T - 9/20, 6 pm, Thursday Tween Craft: Thai String Dolls Craft your favorite character. Make a small, handcrafted doll using embroidery thread and pipe cleaners. Ages 10 – 15. REG A - 9/22, 1 pm, Saturday Knitting 101 with Aunt Franny She is back. All skill levels are invited. A - 9/25, 7 pm, Tuesday Pinelands Preservation Alliance Executive Director Carlton Montgomery to Speak at Branch Mr. Montgomery has done extensive writing and research on ecological planning, water/soil/plant/wildlife sustainability of the Pinelands. What happens to the pines affects all of us on the coastal shores. Ask questions - tell your stories - this is a fun interactive night about the pines. This is the second in a series on the Pinelands. REG A - 9/27, 2 pm, Thursday Adult Craft: Button Bracelets Use an assortment of unique and colorful buttons to string a bracelet with a simple clasp. REG CH - 9/28, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm, Friday Tail Waggin’ Tutor Read to a therapy dog. For beginning or struggling readers. REG
BEACHWOOD
C – By Appointment Only Individualized Computer Chats FR – 9/7, 10 am, Friday Friends of the Library Meeting All are welcome to join the group. T – 9/10, 7 pm, Monday Teen Advisory Board Ages 12 - 17. REG CH – 9/11, 10 am, Tuesday Mother Goose Early literacy program with rhymes, songs, instruments and more. Infants up to 23 months. REG A – 9/14, 10:30 pm, Friday Book Discussion Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Fer-
gus Copies available at the branch. COH, A – 9/17, 2 pm, Monday Stroke Awareness Program The Center for Healthy Aging at Kimball Medical Center presents, “Stroke Awareness”, the second in a series of workshops. Please come for our presentation on what you can do to prevent a stroke, the signs and symptoms of a stroke and a free blood pressure screening. Health coaches will be available to answer questions. REG HHM, CH – 9/17, 6:30 pm, Monday Paper Bag Serapes Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. With a few simple materials, your child will make a colorful serape. Ages 5+ with caregiver. REG F – 9/18, 10 am, Tuesday American Sign Language for Homeschooling Families Students, any age, who have the basics are welcome. REG CH – 9/19, 3:45 pm, Wednesday Rover’s Readers Come read to library dogs, Taffy and Rusty. For reading children up to age 12. REG A – 9/21, 10 am, Friday Knit Wits Want to learn to knit or crochet? No registration necessary. T – 9/22, 10 am, Saturday Bagels and Books Teen Book Club The Circuit by Francisco Jimenez. Copies available at the branch. Ages 12 - 17. REG CH – 9/22, 11 am, Saturday Books with Bear Come read to Mr. Bear, our library cat. He is a Siberian cat and is hypo-allergenic. Ages 5 - 12. REG T,A – 9/24, 6:30 pm, Monday Plarning, the art of crocheting with plastic Learn to recycle your plastic bags into reusable totes. Knowledge of crocheting not necessary. For tweens, teens, adults. REG CH – 9/25, 10 am, Tuesday Toddler Time
Stories, Music and Movement Ages 2 - 4. REG A – 9/28, 10 am - 12 pm, Friday Vegan Cooking Learn the basics of this healthy way of eating. We will learn how to make substitutions, try some tasty treats, and answer the question: “What do you do with tofu?” REG
blood with parental permission. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are also welcome. Please make your appointment by calling the Berkeley Branch. A – 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Mondays The Yarn Dolls Knit or crochet with this very diverse group. Come meet new people, have a few laughs and brush up on an old skill. Bring your unfinished projects.
BERKELEY
CH – 9/11, 4 pm, Tuesday LEGO® Club We’ve got the LEGOs®, use them to build your own design. Display your LEGO® creation in the library’s showcase. Ages 6 to 10. Space is limited. REG
A - 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, Tuesdays English Conversation Group This is an informal conversation group for people who are learning English. Classes meet every Tuesday at 6:30 pm. ¡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 inglés.
A – 9/11, 11 am, Tuesday Savvy Saving Seniors Learn how to survive tough economic times by budgeting your money, learning about scams, and finding out easy ways to save. You’ll also learn how to get a free, confidential Benefits Checkup. Sponsored by the National Council on Aging.
CH – 9/4 through 9/29 Back to School Scavenger Hunt Come to the library anytime to hunt for school supplies and win a small prize. All ages.
A – 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 1 pm, Thursdays An Afternoon of Mah Jongg New players are invited to learn from experienced players, and experienced players are invited to play with their peers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library. REG CH – 9/7, 10:30 am, Friday Dancing and Bumping the Chute Let’s move to the music. Enjoy dance and parachute activities for child and parent together. Ages 2 to 4 with an adult. REG A – 9/8, 2 pm, Saturday “I’ve Finished My First Draft…Now What?” Join published writers from the New Jersey Authors’ Network for a fun, informative discussion on getting published in today’s market. Find out why typing “THE END” is really just the beginning. REG A, T – 9/10, 2 pm - 6:45 pm, Monday American Red Cross Blood Drive The need for blood in our area is great. Please consider taking about an hour of time to donate blood. Teens who are at least 16 years, but not yet 17, may donate
A – 9/11, 10 am - 12 pm, Tuesday Free Blood Pressure Screening Free blood pressure screenings on the second Tuesdays of the month. This is a walk-in program. CH – 9/12, 10:30 am, Wednesday Cuddle Up for 1s and 2s! Ages 12 to 36 months. Class size is limited. REG T – 9/12, 6:30 pm, Wednesday TAB Presents Back to School in Style Start your school year off in style. We will be making book covers, magnets for your locker, pillowcase drawstring backpacks. Bring a pillowcase to use if you have one. Ages 13 - 18. REG CH – 9/13, 10:30 am, Thursday T Is for Truck, Train and Travel: Storytime with Craft Enjoy stories, music and movement—and make a traffic safety sign. Ages 3 - 5 with an adult. REG CH – 9/14, 10:30 am, Friday Music and Movement Rhythm activities and music for ages 1 to 5 and their parents. Class size is limited to 25 children. No regis-
tration. First come, first served. BD – 9/14, 1 pm, Friday Book Discussion: Heart and Soul By Maeve Binchy. With the insight, humor, and compassion we have come to expect from her, Maeve Binchy tells a story of family, friends, patients, and staff who are part of a heart clinic in a community caught between the old and the new Ireland. HHM, F – 9/19, 7 pm, Wednesday Mexico Beyond Mariachi Five performers explore the richly textured culture that has evolved over five hundred years of native life and foreign influence. Sponsored in part with funding from an OceanFirst Foundation Arts and Cultural Grant and the Ocean County Library Foundation. CH – 9/20, 4 pm – 5 pm, Thursday Woof Tales: Read to a Dog Take turns reading to our therapy dogs. All young readers welcome. REG A – 9/24, 6:30 pm, Monday Berkeley Adult Writers’ Group Writers and poets: are you looking for a friendly, nonjudgmental group with whom you can share your creative works? Bring your works to our group. Novice and experienced writers are welcome. A – 9/25, 10 am – 2 pm, Tuesday Ocean County Connections Van Visit this mobile service center to learn about services like voter registration, passport assistance, veteran’s benefits, and more. Located in the Berkeley Branch parking lot. CH – 9/25, 10:30 am, Tuesday O Is for Owl Storytime with Craft Enjoy stories, music, and movement - and make an owl puppet. Ages 3 - 5 with an adult. REG A – 9/26, 7 pm, Wednesday Friends of the Berkeley Library Meeting Visit the Friends of the Berkeley Library meeting to learn more about volunteer and program activities. T – 9/27, 6 pm, Thursday Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting This is a great (and fun) way to earn community service hours, meet other teens, and work on programs for
your favorite place in town. New members are always welcome. Ages 13 - 18. CH – 9/28, 10:30 am, Friday 1 2 3 Grow with Me: A Family Place Parent/Child Workshop Ages 12 to 36 months with parent or caretaker. This is the first of a five-week series; the other four dates are Tuesdays: October 2, 9, 16, 23. Open only to children who have NOT participated in the past. Space is limited. Must REG in person by Sept. 28. Ask a children’s librarian for details.
ISLAND HEIGHTS CH – 9/14, 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm, Friday LEGO® Club We’ll supply the LEGO® bricks for imaginative free play. Ages 3 ½ - 8.REG HHM, CH – 9/17, 6:30 pm, Monday Fiesta! Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with: bilingual BINGO, paper bag serape craft, maracas craft, and a taste-testing of biscochitos (cookies). Ages 4 and up. A – 9/18, 2 pm, Tuesday Keeping Your Life FRESH Melissa Clark, experienced registered yoga teacher, fitness instructor and Director of Enrichment for The Pines at Whiting, shows you how to live your most fulfilling life at any age. She will teach you about “FRESH”- Fitness, Recreation, Education, Spirituality and Health. She will help guide you to a well-balanced, enriching, and fabulous life. REG CH – 9/19, 10:30 am, Wednesday Preschool Storytime Join us for stories and a fun craft for ages 3½ - 5. REG FR – 9/20, 9/21, 1 pm – 7 pm, Thursday and Friday 9/22, 10 am – 4 pm, Saturday 9/23, 12 pm – 3 pm, Sunday Friends of the Island Heights Annual Book Sale at Borough Hall Proceeds support programming at the Island Heights Library. Sale is held at the Island Heights Borough Hall, 1 Wanamaker Complex, Island Heights, NJ 08732. HHM, CH – 9/21, 4 pm, Friday Molas Folk Art Craft
Make a paper craft version of the beautiful and complex Molas traditionally made in Panama. Ages 5 and up. FR – 9/24, 7 pm, Monday Friends of the Island Heights Library Meeting The Friends of the Island Heights Library welcome new members. Join us. CH – 9/25, 10:30 am, Tuesday LEGO® Club We’ll supply the LEGO® bricks for imaginative free play. Ages 3 ½ - 8. REG CH - 9/26, 10:30 am, Wednesday Baby Time Stories, fingerplays, music and movement for children 18 months and younger. REG CH – 9/26 11:30 am, Wednesday Toddler Time Stories, fingerplays, music and movement for children ages 19 – 36 months. REG HHM, CH – 9/28, 1 pm, Friday Dora® the Explorer Celebration Join us for stories featuring everyone’s favorite explorer and her amigos. Decorate a canvas backpack to take home. Children ages 3 ½ and up.
JACKSON ED – September Displays Meeting Room – Teen Photo Club and Hispanic Heritage Art Foyer Case – Project Linus Stairway Area Display Cases – Cub Scout Pack 204 and Artwork created by children at Kinder Campus For a schedule of computer classes please call the library or visit us at the Reference Desk. T - 9/4, 6 pm, Tuesday Teen Photography Artist Reception Join us in the Jackson Meeting Room to view the photography from our summer teen photography class. All ages are welcome. BD – 9/4, 7 pm, Tuesday Julie and Romeo by Jeanne Ray. CH – 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 9:30 am or 10:30 am,
Wednesdays Rhythm & Rhyme Time Series Movement and music for ages 9 months to 30 months with parent or caregiver. Required REG T – 9/6, 6 pm, Thursday The Hunger Games Movie - (Rated PG-13.) In a not – too – distant future, North American government has collapsed, weakened by drought, fire, famine, and war. The new regime has ordered the Hunger Games, requiring all citizens to watch regionally selected participants literally eliminate their competitors. Katniss and her male counterpart, Peeta, will be pitted against bigger, stronger representatives who have trained for this their whole lives. REG T – 9/10, 4 pm, Monday Anime & Manga Club Enjoy all things anime and manga while having fun with new friends. Grades 6 – 12. REG A – 9/10, 9/24, 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. A – 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 7 pm, Mondays English Conversation Group An informal conversation group for people who are learning English. BD – 9/11, 1 pm, Tuesday Black Tower by Louis Bayard. T – 9/11, 6 pm, Tuesday Teen Craft/Sock Appeal Learn how to sew. Turn your unwanted or single socks into fun and friendly critters including bunnies, kittens, turtles, penguins, and others. You can also add creative expression by embellishing with buttons and embroidery. Ages 12 - 17. Please bring in your own socks. The library will provide the rest. REG T – 9/11, 7 pm, Tuesday Chess Night Grade 5 – 12. Come to the library for this monthly opportunity to play the classic strategy board game. REG A – 9/13, 2 pm, Thursday Afternoon Movie Grumpy Old Men (Rated PG-13) The screen’s funniest odd couple (Jack Lemmon and
Walter Matthau) is back together again in this outrageously hysterical film about two retired old men and their sour-faced misdemeanors and zany antics in Minnesota. CH – 9/13, 7 pm, Thursday Kid’s Fun Night For Grades 3 and up. Enjoy LEGO®, games, origami, and more.
Teen Volunteer Night Grades 6 - 12. Serve your community and earn volunteer hours by helping out at the library. REG
CH – 9/15, 10 am, Saturday The Secret in Olivia’s Garden Story Time & Craft The Secret in Olivia’s Garden is a book written and illustrated by a Jackson teenager, Kaitlin Longo. It started out as a bedtime story that Kaitlin’s mother used to tell her. Kaitlin made the story her own and developed a growing friendship between a girl and an enchanting fairy. Join Kaitlin for a story time and craft. Ages 4 - 10. REG
A – 9/27, 6:30 pm, Thursday Writers Group For all writers, published or not, who want to share their work.
T – 9/18, 7 pm, Tuesday Teen Advisory Board Earn volunteer hours by sharing your ideas about teen library programs, teen displays, and suggest new items for the teen collection. Ages 12 - 17. REG A – 9/19, 7 pm, Wednesday Bill McCleod Trio Come enjoy a musical performance of blues, rock and Motown sound. REG
A – 9/20, 7 pm, Thursday Friends of Jackson Library Meeting All are welcome. HHM, CH – 9/21, 10 am, Friday Hola, Amigos Ages 3 - 6. Stories and more. Required REG begins Sept. 4. A – 9/21, 2 pm, Friday Table For One: A Guide for Shopping and Cooking Prepared and packaged food items tend to be more expensive than cooking your own and contain additives and preservatives. Many people can control what they are putting into their bodies by cooking it themselves. Samples served. T – 9/25, 7 pm, Tuesday
CH – 9/25, 7 pm, Tuesday Drop in Craft Age 3 to Grade 3. Complete some fun and easy crafts with help from teen volunteers. No registration.
LACEY ED – 9/1 – 9/30 Watercolors by Blair Goold Meeting Room Display Shot Glasses Display by Rebecca Schoonmaker; Homemade Jewelry Display by John Raffa C – 9/1 – 9/30 Individualized Instruction Appointment only. 609-693-8566. C – 9/1 – 9/30 Individualized Genealogy Class Appointment only. Call 609-693-8566. A – 9/1, 9:30 am, Saturday Knit and Crochet Group CH - 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 9:30 am OR 10:30 am, Tuesdays Toddler Time Ages 2 - 3 with adult caregiver. REG once for all dates in session. CH – 9/5, 9/12, 9/26, 10 am, Wednesdays Baby Bounce, Sing Along Enjoy songs and rhymes. For babies not yet walking with caregiver. REG once for all dates in session. CH – 9/5, 4 pm, Wednesday LEGO® Free Play Ages 5 - 12. Drop in. A – 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 1 pm, Thursdays Mah Jong Mavens & Masters
T - 9/6, 7 pm, Thursday Teen Game Night A - 9/7, 2 pm, Friday Book Café for Mystery Lovers No mystery here. Discuss favorite mystery books and authors. Refreshments provided courtesy of the Friends of the Lacey Library. CH – 9/10, 9/24, 10 am, Mondays Preschool Story Time Ages 4 - 5 with adult caregiver. REG once for all dates in session. A - 9/10, 6 pm, Monday Film: The Artist (Rated PG-13) A silent movie star meets a young dancer, but the arrival of talking pictures sends their careers in opposite directions. Please join us for a special viewing of this Oscar-winning movie. A – 9/11, 9/25, 10 am, Tuesdays County Connections Mobile Bus Explore the resources available through County Connections. A – 9/11, 6:30 pm, Tuesday Meet the Mayor Meet the Mayor in a less formal setting than a township meeting. CH – 9/12, 4 pm, Wednesday Origami Club Ages 9 -12. REG CH – 9/13, 4 pm, Thursday Tween Craft Extravaganza Call or stop by to find out about this month’s project. Ages 9 - 12. REG CH - 9/13, 5 pm, Thursday Tween Book Café What have you read recently? Come and talk about your favorite book. Ages 9 - 12. REG T - 9/13, 7 pm, Thursday TAB Meeting & Book Café Help with library programming and earn community service hours, then stay to share your favorite summer reads. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Lacey Library.
A – 9/15, 2 pm, Saturday Artist’s Reception Meet watercolor artist Blair Goold. Refreshments served. CH – 9/17, 4 pm, Monday Super Science Experiments Explore hands-on science. Ages 8 - 12. REG BD – 9/17, 1 pm, Monday Greatest Generation by Tom Brokaw Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. A - 9/18, 7 pm, Tuesday New Jersey Birds and Beyond Join author Susan Puder for a look at the resident and visiting bird species that inhabit the various landscapes of NJ. REG A, COH – 9/19, 10 am, Wednesday Table for One Prepared and packaged food items tend to be more expensive than cooking your own and contain additives and preservatives. Many people can control what they are putting into their bodies by cooking it themselves. Samples served. REG A - 9/19, 3 pm, Wednesday Understanding Wills, Trust & Estate Planning Attorney Gerald J. Klein will present an overview of wills and trusts. A question and answer session will follow the lecture. Refreshments served. REG A – 9/20, 10 am – 12 pm, Thursday Blood Pressure Screening Provided the 3rd Thursday of every month by the OC Health Department. T – 9/20, 6 pm, Thursday Teen Dinner and a Movie: The Hunger Games (Rated PG-13) Bring a bag dinner and join us. Ages 13 - 18. CH - 9/21, 10 am, Friday Dinosaur ROAR! Dino stories, stomping and roaring. Ages 3 - 5. REG CH - 9/21, 11 am – 12 pm, Friday DUPLO® Play Ages 2 - 5. Drop in.
A, COH – 9/21, 2 pm, Friday Stroke Awareness Stroke prevention, signs, & symptoms. Health coaches will be available. A, COH – 9/24, 9 am – 12 pm, Monday Blue to You Van Horizon Healthcare of NJ provides information on healthy living, local wellness activities, and healthcare reform. Members can speak to an advisor about claims, billing and other issues. CH - 9/24, 4 pm - 5 pm, Monday Paws for Reading Beginning readers. Drop in. A, FR – 9/25, 7 pm, Tuesday Friends of the Lacey Library Meeting New members are always welcome. A - 9/26, 11 am, Wednesday Savvy Saving for Seniors Over 55? Join us for simple financial strategies, additional benefits and ESI Benefits Check Up programs. REG CH, COH - 9/28, 10 am, Friday Eat a Rainbow: Fabulous Fruit Join us for stories, games and a tasty treat with Jennifer Klein, registered dietician with ShopRite of Manchester. Please let us know of any food allergies you have when registering. Ages 3 - 7. REG
LAKEWOOD CH – 9/1, 2:30 pm, Saturday Itty Bitty Library Look at our pictures of itty bitty things and see if you can find each object somewhere in the library. All ages. CH – 9/4, 5:30 pm, Tuesday Back to School Craft Get ready to go back to school with this cute craft. Ages 5 - 12. C - 9/5, 10 am - 11:30 am, Wednesday Universal Class Prerequisite: Mouse and keyboard skills required and participants must have an e-mail address. Interested in learning some new skills? Universal class provides
online classes with real teachers, assignments, tests, and required essays on 500 different topics including math, science, business skills, feng shui, watercolor painting, computers, cooking, gardening, bird watching and lots more. Participants will learn how to access this resource, choose a class, and begin learning. CH – 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 3:30 pm, Wednesdays Baby Time Music, songs, rhymes and stories for little ones and their caregivers. Ages 0 - 3. T – 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 4 pm, Wednesdays Teen Gaming Night Stop by the Lakewood Teen Zone to play open video gaming on our Nintendo Wii® and PlayStation 2®. For ages 12 - 18. CH – 9/5, 6 pm, Wednesday Kids Computer Club Come to Computer Club to learn how to cut, paste, and resize documents. Ages 7 - 12. REG C - 9/6, 10 am - 11:30 am, Thursday Create a Resume using Career Transitions Prerequisite: Mouse skills and computer basics. This class will guide you through a quick, step-by-step process to create a resume that highlights your qualifications in a meaningful way. Please bring your library card and the information you want to include in your resume. T – 9/6, 9/20, 4 pm, Thursdays Teen Computer Club Tired of playing the same old Facebook® games and boring simple flash games? Come on down to the Teen Computer Club and enjoy games that will challenge your brain and entertain you at the same time. Prizes will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. For ages 11 - 17. CH – 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 2 pm, Fridays Friday Fun Family fun craft for Friday afternoons. All ages. CH – 9/8, 2:30 pm, Saturday Back to School Craft School’s back in session. Come create a pen/pencil holder for your desk. Ages 6 - 12. C - 9/10, 10:30 am - 11:30 am, Monday
Introduction to Internet Prerequisite: Mouse skills Come to this class to obtain the basics of the Internet.
CH – 9/11, 3:30 pm, Tuesday Read to the Dogs Join us for a tail-wagging good time. Our therapy dogs, Emma, Edith, and Amber love being read to. Why not share your favorite book with them? Ages 5 - 12. REG CH – 9/11, 5:30 pm, Tuesday Tree of Life Come celebrate life. We will be painting a tree symbolizing life. Ages 5 - 12. C - 9/12, 10 am - 11:30 am, Wednesday PowerPoint® Basics Prerequisite: Mouse skills This class will cover the beginning PowerPoint® skills needed to create and edit a slide presentation. Advanced techniques will also be covered: including adding graphics and animations. A – 9/12, 12 pm, Wednesday Crochet Drop In Learn or improve your crochet skills, catch up on trends, or bring your projects. All are welcome. Coordinator: Carol Ann Marks (CGA). A – 9/12, 2 pm, Wednesday Stroke Awareness Do you know your risk for stroke? Learn what you can do to avoid a stroke, and get a free blood pressure screening. Presented by the Center for Healthy Aging.
spreadsheet is, how it can be used, basic terminology, adding and editing data, saving and printing. T – 9/13, 4 pm, Thursday Manga+Anime Club Enjoy reading Manga and Comic Books and watching Anime or movies based on them? Then this is the club for you. Teens will be able to discuss, read, draw, watch, play, and cosplay all things relating to manga, anime, and comic books. For ages 13 - 18. C - 9/14, 10 am - 11:30 am, Friday E-Mail Basics Prerequisite: Mouse skills & Internet basics Explore electronic e-mail. Get a free account to use at home or in the library. It’s a great way to keep in touch with family and friends. CH - 9/15, 2 pm, Saturday Pirate Story Time Celebrate “Talk Like a Pirate Day” with stories about pirates and their adventures. Ages 2 - 12. CH - 9/17, 6 pm, Monday Science Fun DNA and its structure: Explore and experiment with the structure of DNA. Age 8+. CH - 9/18, 5:30 pm, Tuesday Swirl Postcard Create. Using paint we will make our own original postcard. Ages 5 – 12.
A, T – 9/12, 6:30 pm, Wednesday Movie Night: Ushpizin (Rated PG) When husband and wife Moshe and Mali receive a miraculous gift, they joyously make plans for the Sukkot holiday. But life also brings them some unexpected ushpizin.
F – 9/19, 6:15 pm, Wednesday Family Movie Night: Big Miracle (Rated PG.)This is the true story of a small-town news reporter, and a Greenpeace volunteer who enlists the help of rival superpowers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle.
C - 9/13, 10 am - 11:30 am, Thursday Excel® I Prerequisite: Mouse skills Learn the basics of this exciting and powerful spreadsheet program. Topics to be covered include what a
HHM, CH – 9/19, 4 pm, Wednesday Mexico Beyond Mariachi Five talented performers will explore the richly textured Mexican culture that has evolved over 500 years of native life and foreign influence with colorful costumes, authentic instruments, and lively music and dance. Sponsored in part with funding from an OceanFirst
Foundation Arts and Cultural Grant and the Ocean County Library Foundation. CH – 9/20, 6 pm, Thursday Kids Can Knit Join us for our Kids Can Knit group. All skill levels welcome, and if you want to learn to knit we can help. Bring your own yarn and needles or use ours. Ages 8 16. HHM, CH – 9/24, 6 pm, Monday Great Latinos in History Celebrate the lives of less-publicized Latinos. We’ll visit books and Web sites to learn more. Ages 4+. C - 9/24, 10:30 am - 11:30 am, Monday Intro to Internet (Spanish) Prerequisite: Mouse skills. Ven a esta clase para aprender los basicos de la Internet. BD - 9/25, 11 am, Tuesday Last Days of Dogtown by Anita Diamant.
C - 9/27, 10 am - 11:30 am, Thursday Word® Workshop Prerequisite: Word® I In this casual Word® class, we’ll work with you to add the basic and intermediate skills learned in Word® I and Word® II. Feel free to come in with your individual questions, and we’ll be happy to work with you on those or just practice. HHM, CH – 9/27, 4 pm, Thursday Picture This: Kahlo and Color Learn about Mexican painter Frida Kahlo and paint your own self portrait. Ages 6 - 12. REG T – 9/27, 5:30 pm, Thursday Collage Self Portraits Take a picture of yourself or a loved one to decorate with markers, glitter, paint, and colorful cut outs. For ages 12 - 18. CH – 9/27, 6 pm, Thursday Jeopardy® for Kids If you like trivia then you will love playing classroom Jeopardy®. Buzz in with the remote, answer questions, and most of all, have fun. Ages 6 - 12.
CH – 9/29, 2:30 pm, Saturday Parachute Man Craft Have fun watching your parachute man float to the ground over and over again. Ages 5 - 12. A - 6 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays English as a Second Language (ESL) ESL classes return to the Lakewood Branch. Contact us for more information at 732-363-1435.
LITTLE EGG HARBOR A – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Individualized Computer Chats These individualized sessions can be tailored to your specific area of choice. Call to schedule an appointment. Limit one session a month per person. CH – 9/1, 11 am - 1 pm, Saturday Chess Classes with LEH Chess Club Introductory chess classes are being offered to ages 7 +. Chess players with experience are invited to attend & assist the new players. Class space is limited. CH – 9/1, 2 pm, Saturday Wii® Gaming Play Mario Cart® at the library. Sponsored by the Friends of Little Egg Harbor. Ages 8 – 12. REG A – 9/5, 6 pm, Wednesday Movie – Circumstance (Rated R) Lionsgate; Directed by Maryam Keshavarz. A wealthy Iranian family struggles to contain a teenager’s growing sexual rebellion and her brother’s dangerous obsession. In Persian with English subtitles. A – 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 7:30 pm, Wednesdays English Conversation Group Conversations will be on a variety of topics. Geared to adults learning to speak English. T - 9/6, 7 pm, Thursday TAB Teen Advisory Board Join this active group plan programs and have fun while earning community service hours. Celebrate the September birthdays. COH, A – 9/7, 10 am, Friday Stroke Awareness Program w/Blood Pressure Screening The Center for Healthy Aging at Kimball Medical Center presents, “Stroke Awareness”, the second in a series
of workshops. Please come for our presentation on what you can do to prevent a stroke, the signs and symptoms of a stroke and a free blood pressure screening. Health coaches will be available to answer questions you may have about your health. A – 9/7, 1 pm, Friday Movie - Shadowlands (Rated PG) C.S. Lewis, a world-renowned writer and professor, leads a passionless life until he meets spirited poet Joy Gresham. CH –9/10, 10:30 am – 11 am OR 11:30 am – 12 pm, Monday Toddler Storytime Stories, songs and simple craft. Ages 18 months – 36 months. REG A – 9/11 – 9/15, 10 am – 9 pm Little Egg Harbor Friends Book Sale The Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Library will be holding a book sale in the meeting room. F – 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10:30 am – 11:30 am, Mondays 1,2,3, Grow With Me! A Family Place Parent-Child Workshop series For children 12 months to 3 years with parent. Children learn through interactive play with parents, parents learn through conversation with community resource people and each other. In person REG begins Sept. 4th. BD – 9/18, 2 pm, Tuesday Little Egg Harbor Book Discussion The Lace Reader by Brunonia Barry. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk. A – 9/18, 2 pm, Tuesday Table For One: A Guide for Shopping and Cooking Prepared and packaged food items tend to be more expensive than cooking your own and contain additives and preservatives. Many people can control what they are putting into their bodies by cooking it themselves. Samples served. F – 9/18, 6 pm, Tuesday. Maisy Stories and Craft Listen to Maisy Stories by Lucy Cousins and make a craft. All ages. REG A – 9/19, 6 pm, Wednesday Movie - The Lucky One (Rated PG- 13.) A Marine
travels to Louisiana after serving three tours in Iraq and searches for the unknown woman he believes was his good luck charm during the war. T - 9/20, 7 pm, Thursday Teen Knit Night Volunteer Kathy is working with the now seasoned and the always welcomed new knitters. Lots of donated yarn and needles for you. Ages 12 – 18. REG BD – 9/20, 7 pm, Thursday Marvelous Sleuths Book Club A Trick of the Light by Louise Penny. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk. A – 9/21, 10 am – 4 pm, Friday County Connection Mobile Service Center The mobile service will be in the Little Egg Harbor Library parking lot. F – 9/22 11 am, Saturday Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother: The program combines history, improvisation, dance and music where audience members are cast right into the show. In “Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother”, Cinderella is about to marry the Prince, but her Fairy Godmother appears with a riddle to be solved first. Sponsored by the Friends of Little Egg Harbor Library in memory of Robert Olszewski. Ages 5 and up. REG A – 9/26, 6 pm, Wednesday Movie - Think Like a Man (Rated PG-13). Four friends conspire to turn the tables on their women when they discover the ladies have been using Steve Harvey’s relationship advice against them. CH – 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10:30 am – 11:00 am OR 11:30 am – 12 pm, Thursdays Toddler Storytime Stories, songs and simple craft. Ages 18 months – 36 months. REG T - 9/27, 7 pm, Thursday Café Book is featuring The Jersey Devil Join us for this bone chilling depiction of the history and folklore of the elusive Jersey Devil.
LONG BEACH ISLAND ED - Art exhibit Ann Chesul, Needlepoint. A – 9/4, 11 am, Tuesday Free Blood Pressure Screening Long Beach Island Health Dept. FR - Every Tuesday, 1 pm – 3 pm Adult Writers’ Group Join this year-round writers group. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. FR – 9/6, 9/7, 9 am - 4 pm and 9/8, 9 am – 12 pm, Thursday - Saturday Friends Book Sale FR – 9/10, 10 am, Monday Friends of the Island Library Meeting A – 9/10, 6 pm, Monday Italian Cultural Society of LBI Please contact branch for program details. A – 9/11, 9/25, 9:30 am, Tuesdays Watercolor Drop in for Seniors Practice your watercolor skills in a comfortable setting with watercolor artist Pat Morgan’s expert support nearby. Bring your own materials. COH – 9/12, 9 am – 12 pm Wednesday Blue to You Van From Horizon Healthcare of NJ. Healthy living strategies, seminars, health care reform information, and more. Members can speak with an advisor in person about recent claims, billings or other issues. COH – 9/12 - 10/17, 1 pm - 3:30 pm, Wednesdays Take Control of Your Health This program is a fun and practical course that helps people with chronic conditions and/or their caregivers overcome daily challenges and maintain an active and fulfilling life. Class limited to 15. Participants REG once for all 6 sessions. Please see the branch for more details. CH – 9/12, 6 pm, Wednesday Reading Isn’t Ruff Come in and read to our therapy dogs. They are all ears. For beginning readers and up. Drop In.
A – 9/12, 7:30 pm, Wednesday Book Discussion Blessings by Anna Quindlen. A – 9/13, 10 am, Thursday Michael Collins: Irish Patriot and Martyr Michael was one of the leaders of the nascent Sinn Fein nationalist party. Follow his rise in leadership in organizations advocating for Irish independence, and his eventual assassination in that effort. Presented by Ken Konchan. CH – 9/13, 3:45 pm, Thursday Storytime & Craft Children of all ages. Please REG each child individually. A – 9/14, 10:30 am, Friday The Opera Guy: Verdi’s Rigoletto, Acts I and II Act III – 9/21, 10:30 am, Friday Opera expert, Jim Conroy, will show the film of Rigoletto, a tragic story of love and betrayal, offering insights and background to aid appreciation. CH – 9/18, 10:30 am, Tuesday Music and Movement Ages 2 - 7. REG each child individually. FR – 9/18, 2 pm – 4 pm, Tuesday Buck-a-Bag Book Sale Help support the Friends of the Island Library. Bags supplied by the Friends. T – 9/19, 6 pm, Wednesday Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting Attention all teens grades 7 - 12. Come in and see what TAB is all about. TAB is a fun way to participate in the library while earning community service hours. Plan programs and events while making new friends. New members are always welcome. T – 9/19, 7 pm, Wednesday Tween Craft Series: Upcycled Magazine Bowls We will be creating cool and colorful magazine bowls. Ages 10 - 15. REG FR – 9/20, 2 pm, Thursday Beneath the Garden State: Exploring Aquatic NJ Through up-close photography of rare and unusual marine life, Herb Segars, a diver for over 30 years, will give you a new appreciation for what lives just beyond our beaches. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island
Library. REG CH – 9/27, 10:30 am, Tuesday Boxes & Bubbles Join us for stories, boxes and bubble fun. For babies and toddlers. Please REG each child individually. FR – 9/27, 1 pm, Thursday Women in Blues This multimedia performance by New York pianist and vocalist Gail Storm gives rare insight of the American Blues Divas from the 1920s: Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald and others of the era. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. REG A – 9/28, 10 am – 3 pm, Friday County Connection Bus CH, F – 9/29, 2 pm, Saturday Meet John Manders, Famous Children’s Illustrator John Manders, famous children’s book illustrator and author, has illustrated over 60 books, and loves talking to kids about the wild and wacky world of children’s illustration. Join him as he performs a live demonstration of his work. For children of all ages. Please REG children and adults. Special series: 6th Annual Lessons from the Holocaust. Presented by Ken Konchan, Professor of History, and Philosophy, Ethics and Humanities. A – 9/5, 10 am, Wednesday BERLIN: 1920-1930: From the “New Babylon” to the Nazi Aryanization of German Culture As the Nazis rose to power, one of their promises was to eradicate “degeneracy” and replace it with the Aryan “Peoples Community”. The lecture/discussion will examine the transformation. A – 9/12, 10 am, Wednesday From Darwin to Auschwitz: Science, Eugenics and the Holocaust With acceptance of Darwin’s theories, science moved from striving to understand nature to attempting to control it. Eugenics became the Nazis’ foundation of “life unworthy of life” programs and the “Final Solution,” culminating in the Holocaust. A – 9/19, 10 am, Wednesday Nazi Rearmament and Iranian Nuclear Development: a Comparative Analysis
The failure of the West to challenge Hitler’s secret rearmament led to the tragedy of the worst war in history. Are the same mistakes being made today regarding Iran’s nuclear development?
MANCHESTER C - Dates and times vary Computer Classes Learn basic computer skills. Classes offered include mouse, Internet basics and Microsoft Word. Call to register or go online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org REG Kids through Seniors Wanted for October Talent Show On October 6 at 1:30 pm the library will host an intergenerational talent show. Do you juggle, do magic tricks, play an instrument, dance, sing, have a diverse talent from your country you would like to show off to the community? Ages 5 through 90+ can come to the library to pick up information and entry forms. The deadline to enter is September 17. ED - 9/1 – 9/24 Artist Exhibit Month-long exhibit of Joan Mabry’s artwork, pencil, charcoal, oil, acrylic, and pastels. An artist reception will be held Saturday, 9/8, 2 pm. Refreshments. All welcome. BD - 9/4, 10:15 am – 11:30 am, Tuesday Those Who Save Us By Jenna Blum. A - 9/4, 9/18, 2 pm – 4 pm, Tuesday Writer’s Circle Writers of all genres are invited to critique each other’s work and discuss writing issues. We welcome published authors, those who want to publish and those who write for themselves. A - 6 pm – 7 pm, Tuesdays English Conversation Practice your English by discussing current events and other interests. A - 9/5, 2 pm & 6 pm, Wednesday Feature Film – Big Miracle (Rated PG. ) Big Miracle tells the true story of a smalltown news reporter and Greenpeace volunteer who en-
list the help of rival superpowers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle. 114 minutes. A – 9/7, 9/21, 9 am – 11 am, Fridays Blue to You Van The Blue to You Van from Horizon Healthcare of NJ welcomes all to find out about information on healthy living strategies & healthcare reform. Members can speak to an advisor about claims and other issues. A – 12 pm, Fridays Chess Club Bring your chess sets and play in our YA area. A – 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10 am - 11 am, Mondays English Conversation Practice your English by discussing current events and other interests. A – 9/10, 2 pm, Monday Stroke Awareness with Blood Pressure Screening The Center for Healthy Aging at Kimball Medical Center will present a workshop on what you can do to prevent a stroke, know the signs & symptoms and get a free blood pressure screening. Health coaches will answer questions. REG FR - 9/11, 10 am – 12 pm, Tuesday Friends of the Library General Meeting – All welcome. A - 9/12, 2 pm & 6 pm, Wednesday Feature Film – Mirror, Mirror (Rated PG.) Mirror, Mirror is a magical adventure comedy starring Julia Roberts that retells the story of Snow White. 64 minutes. A - 9/13, 9/27, 2 pm - 4 pm, Thursdays Chicks with Sticks - A Knitting and Crocheting Group Bring your yarn, needles, hooks and current projects. Share your knowledge & meet new people. This group also meets every Wednesday evening 7 pm – 9 pm. F – 9/13, 6 pm, Thursday New Egypt Raceway at the Library Check out a cool racecar and driver. All ages. REG A - 9/14, 9/28, 1 pm – 3 pm, Fridays Quilting Bee During our meetings, we work on individual and group projects. Quilting “classes’ are held during the first
meeting of the month. The second meeting is usually reserved for independent projects A - 9/19, 2 pm & 6 pm, Wednesday Foreign Film – Amador (Not Rated) Marcela, a young immigrant with financial troubles, finds a summer job looking after Amador, a bed-ridden elderly man whose family is away. Spanish w/ English subtitles; 112 minutes. Enjoy light refreshments while watching this film from Spain. A - 9/20, 10 am - 11 am, Thursday Glucose Screening Provided by St. Barnabas Health Systems. CH – 9/20, 10:30 am, Thursday Story and a Snack Presented by Shoprite. Ages 3 - 5. REG A - 9/20, 2:30 pm – 4 pm, Thursday Book Chat Share with others good books that you’ve recently read and pick up suggestions of what to read next. A - 9/24, 2 pm – 3 pm, Monday Brain Joggers Brain Joggers is a stimulating interactive class. Have fun while exercising your brain with our new games and puzzles. REG A - 9/26, 2 pm & 6 pm, Wednesday Feature Film – Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows (Rated PG-13.) Sherlock Holmes faces a new criminal mastermind – Professor Moriarty. 129 minutes.
PLUMSTED A, BD – 9/5, 6 pm - 7 pm, Wednesday Book Discussion for Adults We will be discussing Glorious by Bernice McFadden. New members welcome. CH – 9/7, 9/21, 10:30 am, Fridays Preschool Storytime Children ages 3 - 5 can join us for stories and a craft. Please note: our 9/21 session will be a special Hispanic Heritage Month storytime. REG A – 9/10, 6:30 pm, Monday New Egypt Writers Group We welcome writers of all genres. Bring a small sample of your work plus additional copies if you would like
written critiques. Leave feeling inspired and ready to write. CH – 9/11, 9/25, 10:30 am, Tuesdays Toddle on Over Toddlers ages 18 - 36 months and their caregivers are welcome to join Miss Melissa for stories, songs, and play. REG
T – 9/26, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Wednesday Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting If you are a teen in grades 7 - 12 join us to see what TAB is all about.
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CH – 9/12, 4 pm, Wednesday LEGO® Club Come to the library for some LEGO® fun time. REG
ED – Curio Display Mini Chair Collection courtesy of Denise Acanfora; Meeting Room Art Display Artists: LuAnn Dunkinson & Joanne Zezula
A – 9/12, 7 pm - 8:45 pm, Wednesday Meet the Mayor Schedule an appointment to meet with Mayor Leutwyler and Assemblyman Dancer. Please call 609-7587888.
F – 9/1, 10:30 am, Saturday Saturday Morning Movie: The Lorax (Rated G.) This animated adventure follows the journey of a boy as he searches for the one thing that will enable him to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. REG
T – 9/12, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Wednesday Teen Board Game Night Come and play board games provided by the library, or bring your favorite ones. Grades 6 – 12.
CH – 9/5, 10:45 am, Wednesday Wee Ones Caregivers and their little ones are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fingerplays. Ages 6 - 24 months. REG
CH – 9/13, 2 pm, Thursday Pre-K and Kindergarten Kids Time Join us for this new program for children ages 4 - 6. Enjoy stories, crafts and fun. REG T – 9/17, 6:30 pm, Monday Teen Movie Come to the library and watch a movie with your friends. The title will be announced the week of the showing. Movie may be rated PG-13. Must be ages 13 - 18. FR – 9/19, 7 pm, Wednesday Friends of the Library Meeting New members are always welcome. A – 9/24, 3:30 pm, Monday Reader’s Advisory Program Come and join us for our new reader 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 is not required. T – 9/26, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Wednesday Anime Club Join other teen fans to screen anime DVDs. Grades 6 12.
F – 9/8, 10:30 am, Saturday Saturday Morning Movie: The Pirates: Band of Misfits (Rated PG) The luxuriantly bearded Pirate Captain is a boundlessly enthusiastic, if somewhat less-than-successful, terror of the High Seas. With a rag-tag crew at his side, and seemingly blind to the impossible odds stacked against him, the Captain has one dream: to beat his bitter rivals Black Bellamy and Cutlass Liz to the much coveted Pirate Of The Year Award. All are welcome. REG A – 9/10, 1 pm, Monday Stitch at the Beach Bring along your needles and yarn and join our monthly knitting group. All skill levels are welcome. REG
CH – 9/12, 10:45 am, Wednesday Budding Chefs: Nuts about Fall Fall is coming and we’ll celebrate with seasonal stories and an “acorn” treat. (FYI: This food craft includes nuts.) Ages 2 - 5. REG Sponsored by the Point Pleasant Beach Friends of the Library. HHM, A - 9/18, 6:30 pm, Tuesday
Buena Vista Social Club This is a documentary of a group of famous Cuban jazz musicians who teamed up to bring their music to the world. Documentary filmmaker Wim Wenders traveled to Havana, Cuba, to chronicle the cooperation and camaraderie between the musicians, as well as their dazzling sell-out concerts in Amsterdam and New York’s Carnegie Hall in 1998. REG
Close Knit Crew Make friends and work on your knitting and crocheting projects. All skill levels are welcome.
CH – 9/19, 10:45 am, Wednesday Time for Tots: Give Peas a Chance Join us for pea themed stories and songs, along with a simple craft. Ages 18 - 36 months. REG
A – 9/6, 9/20, 7:30 pm, Thursdays Adult Writers Group Explore your writing skills in a fun, informal setting.
BD – 9/20, 12 pm, Thursday Literature & Lunch: The Drowning Tree by Carol Goodman. Bring your lunch and discuss a great book. Books may be picked up at the Circulation Desk. REG BD – 9/25, 7 pm, Tuesday Boardwalk Empire by Nelson Johnson. REG HHM, CH – 9/29, 11 am, Saturday Budding Chefs: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage It’s Hispanic Heritage Month and we’re celebrating with fruit tacos and watermelon juice. Families welcome. REG Sponsored by the Point Pleasant Beach Friends of the Library.
POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH ED – September A LEGO© display by Christopher McKeon will be in the exhibit case and in the meeting room will be a Visual Arts & Photography display by students from The Arts & Education Center. T – 9/4, 3 pm, Tuesday Teen Gaming Afternoon Enjoy some free time with the library’s selection of board games or our Nintendo Wii®. Grades 6 - 12. REG CH – 9/5, 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 – 9/5, 9/19, 7 pm, Wednesdays
F – 9/6, 9/20, 7 pm, Thursdays Chess Club Drop in to play chess and have fun. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
A – Every Friday, 1 pm – 3 pm Games for Adults Bring a friend and have fun playing a variety of board games. A – 9/10, 7 pm, Monday A United States Marine’s Journey: Afghanistan On the eve of the 11th anniversary of 9/11, Marine veteran John Rafoss will share his experiences while he served with American and international combat units. Through both reflection in stories and photos the culture and spirit of the Afghan people is shared by former Corporal Rafoss from his prospective of serving as combat correspondent in Afghanistan. Q&A session to follow. REG A – 9/10, 7 pm, Monday Jersey Shore Science Fiction Club Share your love of the science fiction genre with others who feel the same way. A – 9/12, 7 pm, Wednesday Keeping Your Kids Well There are many critical ingredients that determine your family’s overall health and wellness, including food choices, activity level, and your environment. Dr. Rob Coombs from Coombs Chiropractic will share helpful tips for keeping the youngest members of your family healthy the natural way. REG CH – 9/13, 10:30 am, Thursday 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 – 9/13, 3:30 pm, Thursday Teen Craft
Come to the library after school to make a fun craft and hang out with your friends. Grades 6 - 12.
hardware and software, keyboard functions, and the Windows XP operating system. REG
BD – 9/13, 7 pm, Thursday Zeitoun Join members of JSQspot’s book club as they discuss Dave Eggers’ book. New members welcome.
A – 9/20, 10 am - 2 pm, Thursday OC Connections Van Visit the library between 10 am - 2 pm and explore the resources in the OC Connections Van.
A – 9/15, 2 pm, Saturday Rhythm of the Blues Take a musical journey across the USA Local Commotion Walking History’s Rhythm of the Blues with vocalist/proprietor Kati Beddow Brower and guitar stylist Bo Pezzullo. Share in a musical tour of the four distinct types of “rhythms” of the blues that emerged from different regions of the country along with some history of blues performers and their songs. REG
A - 9/20, 6:30 pm, Thursday Dinner & A Movie Big Miracle (Rated PG.) Set in 1988, the film tells the true story of a small-town news reporter and a Greenpeace volunteer who enlist the help of rival superpowers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle. REG
BD – 9/17, 10:30 am, Monday The Madonnas of Leningrad Discuss this Debra Dean novel with the members of the Pt. Pleasant Friends Book Discussion Group. CH – 9/17, 6:30 pm, Monday LEGO© Club Test your imagination as you build with the library’s LEGO© blocks. Ages 5 - 11. REG FR – 9/18, 1:30 pm, Tuesday Monthly Friends Meeting Stop by to meet the Friends of the Point Pleasant Library. All are welcome to attend. A – 9/19, 10 am, Wednesday Stroke Awareness Representatives from The Center for Healthy Aging at Kimball Medical Center will present information on what you can do to prevent a stroke, how you can identify the signs and symptoms of a stroke, and provide free blood pressure screenings. Health coaches will be available to answer questions you may have about your health. REG T – 9/19, 3:30 pm, Wednesday Teen Advisory Board Join TAB and get involved at your library while having fun and earning volunteer hours. Grades 6 - 12. C – 9/20, 10 am, Thursday Computer Basics Students will be introduced to the basics of computer
T – 9/25, 3 pm, Tuesday Teen Gaming Afternoon Enjoy some free time with the library’s selection of board games or our Nintendo Wii®. Grades 6 - 12. REG BD - 9/26, 7:30 pm, Wednesday Light on Snow Join members of the Good Readers book club as they discuss Anita Shreve’s book.
STAFFORD C - 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 10 am, Wednesdays Mother Goose Time Ages 0 – 18 months with caregiver. Sign up once for this 3 - week series. REG A - 9/5, 1 pm – 2:30 pm, Wednesday Brain Games Adults will participate in a range of mental exercises designed to keep their minds sharp. REG COH, A - 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 3 pm - 4 pm, Wednesdays HealthEase ‘Move Today’ Exercise Program This is a non-aerobic exercise class for seniors 60 + and will consist of posture, flexibility, balance, and strength training exercises using resistance bands. This program is sponsored by the N.J. Dept. of Health and Senior Services, and the Ocean County Office of Senior Services. REG BD - 9/5, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Wednesday Wednesday Evening Book Discussion
Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh. FR - 9/6, 10:30 am, Thursday Friends’ Adventures: Layla the Malamute Amy Novak and Layla will explain the Therapy Dog Organization, responsible dog ownership, and the proper ways to greet and interact with strange dogs. Layla is read to by the children of Stafford Township. REG F - 9/6, 1 pm – 3 pm, Thursday String of Purls - Knit/Crochet Group C - 9/6, 1:30 pm, Thursday Mouse Basics T - 9/6, 6 pm, Thursday Teen Advisory Board Meeting Volunteer at the library to earn community service hours. A - 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 1 pm – 4 pm, Fridays Mah Jongg Experience is helpful. Please bring game sets and the current card. REG A - 9/8, 2 pm – 4:15 pm, Saturday Feature Film: Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (Rated PG-13) Ethan Hunt and his new team must go rogue to clear their organization’s name. CH - 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 9:30 am OR 10:30 am, Mondays Toddler Time Stories, songs and fingerplays for ages 19 - 36 months old, with caregiver. Sign-up once for this 3-week session. REG HHM, CH - 9/10, 3 pm – 6 pm, Monday Mexican Flowers Join us to make paper flowers and decorate a vase. Ages 7 and up. Drop in craft. BD - 9/11, 1 pm, Tuesday Tuesday Afternoon Book Discussion Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand. T - 9/12, 6:30 pm – 8 pm, Wednesday Rock Band® Tournament Show off your video game skills in our Rock Band® Tournament. REG C - 9/13, 1:30 pm, Thursday AND 9/19, 1:30 pm, Wednesday
Internet Basics Students need mouse skills. REG
TOMS RIVER ED – 9/1-30 OCL Women’s Photography: Group Photo Exhibit (McConnell Gallery); Toms River Artist’s Community TRACx81 Group Art Exhibit (2nd Floor Gallery); Morro Castle Artifacts & Records (Wheeler Room. See OCL website for details). A – 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10 am, Tuesdays AND 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10 am, Wednesdays English Conversation Group Are you learning to speak English? Practice your English and join the talk about current events and other subjects. New members are welcome. C – 9/5, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm, Wednesday Introduction to Scanning Photos and Documents REG C – 9/6, 9:30 - 11 am, Thursday Yahoo® Email I REG BD, T - 9/6, 3:30 pm – 5 pm, Thursday Gay-Straight Book Club New members are welcome. Ages 14 - 18. A – 9/6, 6 pm - 8:30 pm, Thursday Toms River Gamers Club Meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month. 1st week has console, card, and board games. Play, meet, and discuss gaming. New members are welcome. Ages 18 - 29. REG C – 9/8, 9:30 am – 11 am, Saturday Facebook® Basics REG A – 9/8, 2 pm, Saturday If It Ain’t Got That Swing: Black Baseball & Music in Jim Crow Era Larry Hogan & Bob Cvornyek explore a connection between black music & black baseball. Part of the Pride and Passion: The African American Baseball Experience, a travelling exhibition supported by a grant from National Endowment for Humanities, organized by the Newberry Library, Chicago, in partnership with the
American Library Association. REG C - 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 2 pm – 3 pm, Mondays Computer Help Hour - Drop In FR – 9/10, 2 pm, Monday Friends Meeting The Friends design and manage fund raising activities to support the library. A – 9/10, 6:30 pm - 9 pm, Monday Job Seekers Support Group Join this monthly program to learn about job resources, share tips, and listen to guest speakers. With Mark Boelte of the NJ Dept. of Labor and Workforce Development. REG
C – 9/13, 9:30 am – 11 am, Thursday Internet II REG A - 9/13, 7 pm, Thursday Let Us Never Forget – Stories from WWII & Book Signing A journey through battles & events of WWII with stories told by award winning military artist & author Frank McGinley, sharing stories & displaying his original paintings from his book Let Us Never Forget. Books available for purchase and library books available for borrowing. A book signing will take place after the program. REG
T - 9/10, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, Monday Power Player Mondays Video Game Tournament Show off your gaming skills. Game & console will be announced on the library web site. Ages 12 - 18. REG
A - 9/15, 2 pm, Saturday Concert by Pete Wagula Bottleneck guitarist Pete Wagula presents an acoustic guitar concert that features live loops to fill the room with sound and myriad imageries. He has studied with jazz great Tal Farlow and has written for Guitar Player Magazine. REG
A - 9/11, 2 pm - 4 pm, Tuesday Adult Summer Reading Book Cafe Help us celebrate the end of the Adult Summer Reading program. Share favorite books and recommendations with others. We’ll also award the branch prize gift bag. REG
A - 9/17, 11:30 am, Monday Constitution Day Join us as members of the community participate in a public reading of the United States Constitution on the anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution.
T – 9/11, 4:30 pm – 6 pm, Tuesday Teen Anime Club Trivia, cosplay, new episodes, and more. Ages 12 - 18. BD - 9/11, 7 pm, Tuesday Half Broke Horses by Jeannette Walls C – 9/12, 2 pm – 4 pm, Wednesday Mouse / Basic Computer Skills REG A - 9/12, 2 pm, Wednesday Shadowball Baseball: A Film by Ken Burns A documentary on the history of baseball, this parallels the world of Negro League players Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson, Cool Papa Bell, and Judy Johnson among others. 1994. PBS DVD Part of the Pride and Passion: The African American Baseball Experience, a travelling exhibition supported by a grant from the National Endowment for Humanities, and organized by the Newberry Library, Chicago, in partnership with the American Library Association. REG
C –9/18, 10:30 pm – 12 pm, Tuesday MS Word® 2007 I REG C – 9/18, 6:30 pm – 8 pm, Tuesday Yahoo® Email I REG T - 9/18, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Tuesday TAB (Teen Advisory Board) Volunteer for the library and meet new friends. Regular meeting from 7 - 8 pm, projects before and after. Ages 12 - 18. A - 9/18, 7 pm, Tuesday There Was Always Sun Shining Someplace: Life in the Negro Leagues A documentary built around interviews with men who played in the Negro leagues (Satchel Paige, James “Cool Papa” Bell, Buck Leonard, Judy Johnson) on films and photographs of old games, including the annual East-West Classics held in Chicago’s Comiskey Park. (58 minute film) Part of the Pride and Passion: The African American Baseball Experience, a travelling exhibition supported by a grant from the National
Endowment for Humanities; organized by Newberry Library, Chicago, in partnership with the American Library Association. REG A - 9/20, 6 pm - 8:30 pm, Thursday Toms River Gamers Club Meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. 3rd week features tabletop RPGs, cards and board games. New members welcome. Ages 18 - 29. REG A, T - 9/20, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Thursday seventhreetwo 7-3-2 brings you free shows with local bands every month at 7pm, on the 3rd Thursday (usually), with 2 acts. C – 9/21, 2:30 pm – 4 pm, Friday Internet I REG C – 9/22, 10 am – 12 pm, Saturday Microsoft Excel® 2007 I REG A, T – 9/24, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Monday Karaoke Come sing your heart out and have a good time with friends. Teens & adults welcome. Ages 12+. REG C – 9/25, 9:30 am - 11 am, Tuesday Antiques and Collectibles on the Internet REG C - 9/25, Tuesday, 2:30 pm – 4 pm Job Hunting Library Resources Through the library’s webpage you can access resources to help write cover letters and resumes, take civil service & other career practice tests, assess your career interests, organize your job search, explore careers & get tips on making a good impression at an interview. See how to access these library resources for job seekers. REG A - 9/25, 7 pm, Tuesday Book Signing - Fighting for Redemption: the “Irish” Teddy Mann Story Local boxing hero Ted Mannschreck has been inducted into both the New Jersey Boxing Hall of Fame and the Jersey Shore Sports Hall of Fame. He fought worldranked opponents such as “Bad” Bennie Brisco, Bobby Czyz & Robbie Epps. Hear Mr. Mannschreck read from his book and discuss how he almost lost everything before he fought his way back. Copies will be available for purchase. REG A - 9/26, 2 pm, Wednesday
Only the Ball Was White Narrated by Paul Winfield. Contains film footage and interviews of baseball stars and Hall of Famers such as Buck Leonard, Roy Campanella, Jimmy Crutchfield, David Malarcher, Effa Manley and Satchel Paige. (1992, 30 minutes) Part of Pride and Passion: The African American Baseball Experience, a travelling exhibition supported by a grant from the National Endowment for Humanities; organized by the Newberry Library, Chicago in partnership with the American Library Association. REG C – 9/27, 10 am - 11:30 am, Thursday Mouse/Basic Computer Skills REG BD – 9/27, 2 pm, Thursday Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonsen. A – 9/27, 6 pm - 7:30 pm, Thursday Anime Plus Watch anime and discuss manga while meeting with other new adults. Ages 18 - 29. REG C – 9/28, 2 pm - 3:30 pm, Friday Morningstar/Standard & Poor’s REG A,T -10/1, 7 pm, Monday South Jersey Ghost Research Ever wonder if you saw something in the shadows? Hear the South Jersey Ghost Research group explain their methods of investigating paranormal activities. With a video presentation, investigators share their stories and answer your ghostly questions. REG
TUCKERTON F, CH - 9/4, 2 pm, Tuesday Movie Matinee - Disney Nature’s Chimpanzee (Rated G) A 3-year-old chimpanzee is separated from his troop and then adopted by a fully-grown male. Popcorn will be served. REG T - 9/10, 6 pm, Monday Movie Night - Hunger Games (Rated PG-13) Set in a future where the Capitol selects a boy and girl from the twelve districts to fight to the death on live television, Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her younger sister’s place for the latest match. REG
CH - 9/11, 11:30 am, Tuesday Heroes Join us for heroic tales that will capture your imagination. Craft and story for ages 2 – 8. REG BD - 9/13, 3:30 pm, Thursday Youth Book Discussion Welcome back with a fun game of Jeopardy®. All home school and school students register for the fall/ winter sessions to be held on the second Thursday of every month during the school year. Ages 7 - 14. CH - 9/15, 10:30 am, Saturday LEGO/DUPLO® Fun and Movie – Pirates Band of Misfits (Rated G) DUPLO® ages 2 - 5. LEGO® age 6 and up. REG CH - 9/17, 6 pm, Monday Books with Mr. Bear Cuddle up with Mr. Bear (the cat) and share a story. Ages 5+. Limit 5. REG HHM, CH - 9/18, 11:30 am, Tuesday Ferdinand the Bull Celebrate Spain and Hispanic History Month with the classic book, The Story of Ferdinand. Ages 2 - 8. REG F - 9/24, 6 pm, Monday Movie Night - Nacho Libre (Rated PG.) Berated all his life by those around him, a monk follows his dream and dons a mask to moonlight as a Luchador (Mexican wrestler). REG CH - 9/25, 11:30 am, Tuesday Bubbles Galore Join us for a bubbly story and craft. Ages 2 - 8. REG C - 9/26, 2 pm, Wednesday Librarian by Appointment One hour. Limit 1. REG
UPPER SHORES ED - In Our Meeting Room: History of the USS La Vallette: The Naval Art of George S. Eisenberg A - 9/7, 9/21, 1:30 pm, Fridays OC Purls Knitting group. A - 9/11, 7 pm, Tuesday
Patriot Day Film Screening: Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close (Rated PG-13.) Toms Hanks, Sandra Bullock, and Max Von Sydow lead the cast in this book adaptation from Jonathan Safran Foer. A year after his father’s death in the World Trade Center we get inside the desperate mind of eleven year old Oskar Schell. Bring dinner — soft drinks & cookies on the house. A – 9/14, 9/28, 11 am, Fridays Sit & Be Fit A gentle chair exercise program series geared to seniors or anyone with limited mobility. A – 9/14, 12:30 pm, Friday AND 9/19, 6:30 pm, Wednesday Feature Film - J Edgar (Rated R) Under the direction of Clint Eastwood, Leonardo DiCaprio stars in the title role as the powerful head of the FBI looks back on his professional and personal life over his nearly 50 year tenure. Bring your lunch — soft drinks & cookies on the house. CH - 9/18, 7 pm, Tuesday Reading Isn’t Ruff Make reading fun. Beginning or struggling readers are invited to read a book to a registered therapy dog. REG BD - 9/21, 3 pm, Friday Cutting For Stones by Abraham Verghese Combining his gifts of doctor and writer, Verghese now turns his formidable talents to fiction in this magnificent, sweeping novel that moves from India to Ethiopia to an inner-city hospital in New York City over decades and generations. F, CH - 9/25, 6:30 pm, Tuesday Family Movie Night (new release movie TBA) Bring your own popcorn and enjoy a family movie on our big screen. A – 9/28, 12:30 pm, Friday Hispanic Heritage Month Film Fest Casa de mi Padre (Rated R) Will Ferrell speaking Spanish? Join us for a different kind of comedy that pays tribute to old Mexican movies & television. Bring lunch — chips & salsa on the house.
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ED – Month of September Display Case: LEGO Designs, young Aidan Flynn’s passion for LEGOs shows clearly in his masterful creations. Meeting Room: Third Annual Students of Carol Nace Exhibit, this year’s display theme is “What I Did This Summer” captured in brilliant watercolor. C – By Appointment Computer Lessons We customize your lessons to help you with computer tasks. Just call 609-693-5133. FR – 9/10, 7 pm, Monday Friends Meeting Waretown Branch Library’s Friends provide our branch with a means to support future programs and improvements. All are welcome. CH – 9/13, 9/20, 9/27 11 am, Thursdays Drop in Story Time Ages 3 - 5, with caregiver. A – 9/17, 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. A – 9/17, 7 pm, Monday Carol’s Student Art Show Reception Carol Nace’s students are some of the most enthusiastic and supportive watercolorists in our area. Each year Carol chooses to address topics that may cause moments of consternation for an artist. However, with patience and gentle guidance, her students have learned to conquer and even enjoy these challenges. This year’s theme is “What I Did This Summer”. You’re invited to meet these friendly artists, ask questions, and enjoy a bit of light refreshment. A – 9/22, 11 am – 1 pm, Saturday Meet the Mayor Here’s your chance to have your questions answered. We provide an informal and friendly setting in which to personally speak with Mayor Dennis Tredy. Just stop in. A – 9/24, 7 pm, Monday
Ghosts Revealed Recently our area has had numerous reports of hauntings, some of which have even made newspaper headlines. The Southern Jersey Ghost Research group routinely investigates these hauntings and often conducts field research to gain more knowledge of this phenomenon. This lecture includes videos, photo displays, equipment displays, demos, and audio samples. Whether you’ve had your own personal experiences or are just plain curious, you’ll find some spine tingling accounts during this presentation. REG FR – 9/28, 1 pm – 3 pm, Friday AND 9/29, 10 am - 12 pm, Saturday Friends Monthly Book Sale Excellent finds for unbeatable prices.