Movie Matinee Monday: Reality Bites (1994)

Mon, Jul 14, All day

Stop by Bayview Park in Brant Beach to view a summertime StoryWalk®. Provided by the Surf City Library.

Adult Movie Kit: BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE (2024)

Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in for a craft with our teen SAIL volunteers.

Mon, Jul 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

*MOVIE KIT ONLY* Copies of the movie will be available for check out while supplies last. All you need to enjoy a movie at home. Potential allergen. BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE (2024)

Friends of the Island Library Book Sale

Tue, Jul 15, All day

Stop by Bayview Park in Brant Beach to view a summertime StoryWalk®. Provided by the Surf City Library.

Toddler Time - Ages 1-4

Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

*all children must wear shoes or slippers of some kind to follow health and safety guidelines. Registration opens 2 weeks prior for Toddler storytime.

This event is full

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

LBI Meeting Room

Get four books for $1 and help the Friends of the Island Library continue to provide great programs and support.

The Wisdom of William Penn Exhibit - Photographs by Erik L. Burro

Wed, Jul 16, All day

Historian and photographer, Erik L. Burro, presents a series of photographs on William Penn. The exhibit runs through the month of August. All are welcome.

PJ Party at the Park - Bayview Park

Wed, Jul 16, All day

Stop by Bayview Park in Brant Beach to view a summertime StoryWalk®. Provided by the Surf City Library.

Wed, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Join us for stories & a craft at Bayview Park in Brant Beach. In the case of rain, this event will be held at the LBI Library in Surf City.

Thu, Jul 17, All day

Stop by Bayview Park in Brant Beach to view a summertime StoryWalk®. Provided by the Surf City Library.

Ice Painting - Ages 1-4

Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Cool off with ice painting. We will use ice mixed with paint to create sensory-friendly art. REG opens 2 weeks prior.

This event is full

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Pick up a take-home a craft made by our teen SAIL volunteers. Available on a first-come first-served basis while supplies last.

Crazy Crayons Craft - Ages 5-12

Fri, Jul 18, All day

Stop by Bayview Park in Brant Beach to view a summertime StoryWalk®. Provided by the Surf City Library.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

This summer's theme is "Color Your World." Join us for a crayon themed craft! REG opens 2 weeks prior. Please register each child separately.

LBI Canasta

Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

LBI Meeting Room

Play Canasta with other teams and players at the Long Beach Island Library twice a month. Participants must already have a basic knowledge of the game.

Sat, Jul 19, All day

Stop by Bayview Park in Brant Beach to view a summertime StoryWalk®. Provided by the Surf City Library.

Baby Bookworms - Babies 0-24 months

Sun, Jul 20, All day

Stop by Bayview Park in Brant Beach to view a summertime StoryWalk®. Provided by the Surf City Library.

Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

*babies must wear foot coverings such as socks, or slippers to follow health & safety guidelines. Please register.

This event is full

Movie Matinee Monday: CLUELESS

Mon, Jul 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in for a craft with our teen SAIL volunteers.

Mon, Jul 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

LBI Meeting Room

Monday: 7/21- 1:30 PM: CLUELESS (1995), Drama, Rated PG-13, 110 min. Please register.

Basic Weaving with Nonny Creates - Tweens & Teens

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us for a fun, hands-on weaving workshop where we'll be learning basic weaving techniques. We'll show you how to turn "trash" into unique, earth friendly treasures. REG opens 2 weeks prior.

The Strictly 60's Band

Tue, Jul 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LBI Meeting Room

Come listen to the best songs and sounds of the 1960s. Please register.

Summer Ceramics Workshop - Blueberry Bowls

Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

LBI Meeting Room

Paint a beautiful seasonal pottery piece, with Lorraine Kofman, owner of Just Kil'n Time Ceramics Studio.

This event is full

Summer Ceramics Workshop - Blueberry Bowls

Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Paint a beautiful seasonal pottery piece, with Lorraine Kofman, owner of Just Kil'n Time Ceramics Studio.

This event is full

Be A Magician with Debby Pease - Ages 6-12

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Pick up a take-home a craft made by our teen SAIL volunteers. Available on a first-come first-served basis while supplies last.

Thu, Jul 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Learn how to do magic with everyday objects. You will be able to amaze your friends with your new found skills. REG opens 2 weeks prior. Please register each child separately.

Fairy House Craft - Ages 5-12

Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Color and decorate 2-D cardboard fairy houses. REG opens 2 weeks prior. Please register each child separately.

Fun with Finger Painting - Ages 6 months & up

Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

*all children must wear shoes or slippers of some kind to follow health and safety guidelines. Please register.

Registration opens Monday, July 14 2025 at 10:00am

Movie Matinee Monday: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE (2005)

Mon, Jul 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in for a craft with our teen SAIL volunteers.

Mon, Jul 28, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

LBI Meeting Room

Monday: 7/28- 1:30 PM: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE (2005), Romance/Drama, Rated PG, 127 min. Please register.

Robot Storytime - Ages 1-4

Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Join us for a fun storytime, where we read books about robots! REG opens 2 weeks prior. Registration required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 10:00am

Surflight Vacation Serenaders - All Ages Welcome

Tue, Jul 29, 4:15pm - 4:45pm

The Surflight Serenaders will perform a variety of family friendly showtunes for your enjoyment. Come see this youth ensemble at 4:15 on the following dates: 7/10, 7/29, and 8/19. Please register.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 4:15pm

Book Binding Journals - Teens & Adults

Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

We will use vintage book bindings and upcycle them into new journals for you to take home. Please register - opens 2 weeks prior. Supplies limited.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 6:00pm

Songs with Miss Summer - Ages 0-4

Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:30am

*All children must wear foot coverings (shoes, booties, slippers, or socks) in order to follow the library's health & safety rules.

Registration opens Thursday, July 17 2025 at 10:00am

Baby Bookworms - Babies 0-24 Months

Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Pick up a take-home a craft made by our teen SAIL volunteers. Available on a first-come first-served basis while supplies last.

Nature Scavenger Hunt

Fri, Aug 01, All day

Stop by the Long Beach Island Branch this month and complete our fun monthly scavenger hunt.

Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

*babies must wear foot coverings such as socks, or slippers to follow health & safety guidelines. Please register.

Registration opens Friday, July 18 2025 at 10:00am

Disney Puzzle Packs

Fri, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Pick up a pack of puzzles and brainteasers to keep your mind sharp. While supplies last.

Little Artists Ice Cream Craft - Ages 1-4

Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Join us for a simple ice-cream themed craft. REG opens 2 weeks prior. Please register each child separately.

Registration opens Monday, July 21 2025 at 10:00am

Monday Movie Matinee: BRIDE WARS (2009)

Mon, Aug 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Drop-in for a craft with our teen SAIL volunteers.

Mon, Aug 04, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

LBI Meeting Room

Monday: 8/04- 1:30 PM: BRIDE WARS (2009), Comedy/Romance, Rated PG, 89 min. Please register

Registration opens Monday, July 14 2025 at 9:00am

Toddler Time - Ages 1-4

Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

*all children must wear shoes or slippers of some kind to follow health and safety guidelines. Please register for Toddler storytime.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 22 2025 at 10:00am

Blood Pressure Clinic

Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

LBI Meeting Room

Free monthly blood pressure screening from 11am-12pm the first Tuesday of every month performed by the Long Beach Island Health Department. Walk-ins welcome.

The History of White House Entertainment

Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

LBI Meeting Room

Former White House butler, Alan DeValerio, will give you inside details about all the preparations involved in White House entertaining, and how it has evolved over the years from FDR to present.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am

Pom Pom Cactus - Take Home Craft Kit

Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Create your very own pompom cactus using colorful yarn and glue. First come, first served while supplies last.

Little Monsters Art - Ages 5-12

Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join local friends from Lil Monsters Art in a painting class for ages 5-12. Registration opens 2 weeks prior. Please register each child separately.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 23 2025 at 2:00pm

Songs with Miss Summer - Ages 0-4

Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 10:30am

*All children must wear foot coverings (shoes, booties, slippers, or socks) in order to follow the library's health & safety rules.

Registration opens Thursday, July 24 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Pick up a take-home a craft made by our teen SAIL volunteers. Available on a first-come first-served basis while supplies last.

LBI Poets Studio

Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

LBI Meeting Room

Whether you are an accomplished poet or a new one, our monthly workshop will inspire you. To attend this event virtually please contact Sue Cummings via email scummings817@comcast.net.

LBI Canasta

Fri, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

LBI Meeting Room

Play Canasta with other teams and players at the Long Beach Island Library twice a month. Participants must already have a basic knowledge of the game.