Family Storytime

Sun, Jun 29, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Glow Paint Party

Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Mancini Hall

Registration required. Please register each child's name individually. Registration begins June 16th. Glow with the flow at this blacklight paint party with Lil Monsters Art.

This event is full

Make Your Own Jibbitz for Teens and Tweens

Mon, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Teen Zone

Make your own shoe charms! Ages 10-18.

This event is full

Beginner Cricut Class

Mon, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's Make Something!

Where Does your Candy Come From?

Tue, Jul 01, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 6/17. Please register each child's name individually. Learn about plants used to make candy. Presented by Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County. Ages 6 - 12 years.

This event is full

Rescheduled

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 4:00pm

New date Tuesday, July 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Tue, Jul 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Game Night for Adults

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Come play video games at the library and make new friends.

Wed, Jul 02, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Preschool Storytime

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Registration required; begins June 18. Have fun and develop pre-reading skills with stories and a craft. Ages 3-5.

This event is full

Wed, Jul 02, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BFFs4EVER!

Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Adult Crocheting Club

Wed, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP...Bring Your Own Crochet Project

Drop-in Independence Day Craft

Thu, Jul 03, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Stop by the Discovery Room to make a fun craft for the 4th of July while supplies last. Ages 5-12.

Drop-In Color Your Own Air Rocket

Sat, Jul 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Toms River Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Drop in and color your own air rocket then challenge each other to see who can blast off the highest. Ages 3-12. No registration required.

Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sat, Jul 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Toms River Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Sat, Jul 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sun, Jul 06, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Jul 07, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

DIY Ice Cream Social

Mon, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

In honor of National Ice Cream Month, come out for a DIY ice cream social. Make your own ice cream and top it off with a buffet of fun fixin's. Potential allergens.

This event is full

Cross Stitch

Mon, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins June 23. Please register each child individually. learn how to cross stitch. Ages 8 - 12.

Drop-in Crafts: National Ice Cream Month

Tue, Jul 08, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Cancelled

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Drop by and make some fun crafts in celebration of National Ice Cream month. Ages 5 - 12 years. No registration required and there will be no food provided.

Tue, Jul 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp

Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl The Third (en español) - Preescolar a 2.º grado

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/79854

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Bishop (upstairs)

Join players on an adventure in the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Open to new and experienced players. Space is limited, be sure to register. Ages 13-18.

Drop-in Crafts: National Ice Cream Month

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Drop by and make some fun crafts in celebration of National Ice Cream month. Ages 5 - 12 years. No registration required and there will be no food provided.

Virtual Author Talk with Raúl The Third - For Grades up to 2nd

Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What!??!

Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/77806

Craft with Pride -- Whimsical Windchimes

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Join us for some monthly crafts and conversations in the Maker Space. This program is for those who identify as LGBTQIA+ and their allies. All are welcome. Please Register.

Evening Book Discussion

Tue, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Green Room

This month the selection is "The Pull of the Stars," by Emma Donoghue. Please register for this discussion.

Wed, Jul 09, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Toddler Play

Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required, begins June 25. Please register each child individually. Visit the library with your little one for playtime, coloring, and more. Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.

This event is full

Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Adult Crafternoon Trash Art

Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Wed, Jul 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

It's Not Trash, It's Art!

Wed, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Baby & Me

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

Green Room

Registration required; begins 6/26. Please register each child's name individually. Visit the library for an interactive program for you and your baby. For babies up to 12 months with a caregiver.

Thu, Jul 10, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BFFs4EVER!

De-Stress with Dogs for Teens & Tweens

Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teen Zone

Drop in and de-stress with therapy dogs. You can talk to the dogs about your troubles, relax, play, and hang out with the visiting furry friends.

Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BFFs4EVER!

Sensory Space Storytime

Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sensory Space

Registration required; begins June 27. Please register each child individually. Enjoy stories and songs while engaging your little one's senses in our calming Sensory Space. Ages 3-5.

This event is full

K-Pop Party for Teens & Tweens

Fri, Jul 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp

Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Mancini Hall

Join us for a celebration of K-Pop! Potential allergens. Ages 10-18.

Super Smash Brothers Tourney

Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Lotus Flower Lanterns for Teens

Sat, Jul 12, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Mancini Hall

Learn to make a lovely lotus flower lantern using colored paper and wireframes, while learning about Korean history and culture from a member of the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project.

Sun, Jul 13, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River Meeting

Mon, Jul 14, 1:30pm - 5:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Teen Video Gaming

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teen Zone

Stop by the Teen Zone for drop-in video gaming.

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Green Room

The Friends design and manage fund raising activities to support the library. New members are welcome.

Keep Calm and Color On

Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sensory Space

Please join us in the Sensory Space to color some summer-themed items.

Beginner Embroidery Basics

Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Get your stitch on with Nonny Creates!

Talk Saves Lives - An Introduction to Suicide Prevention

Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

A flagship education program from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)

It's Fun to Be One Storytime

Tue, Jul 15, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins July 1. Please register each child individually. Grow little one's love for the library with stories, songs, playtime, and more. Ages 12-23 months with a caregiver.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Summer Slime

Tue, Jul 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

It's Summer Slime Time!

This event is full

Wed, Jul 16, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Wed, Jul 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp

Paint Party

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins July 2nd. Please register each child's name individually. Visit the library and paint your own masterpiece. Ages 6 - 12.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 2 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Concert with the Pineland Symphonic Band

Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What!??!

Adult Crocheting Club

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP...Bring Your Own Crochet Project

Wed, Jul 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Mancini Hall

The crowd-pleasing ensemble returns to the library to showcase their varied repertoire featuring music from Sousa to Dixieland, patriotic tunes to rock.

I Love Sharks Storytime

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Registration required; begins July 3. Please register each child individually. Learn about sharks, listen to stories, and make a craft. Ages 3 - 5.

Registration opens Thursday, July 3 2025 at 9:00am

Shrinky Fun for Teens & Tweens

Thu, Jul 17, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Teen Zone

Drop into the Teen Zone to make pins or keychains out of shrink plastic. Ages 10-18.

Virtual Author Talk with Marie Lu - For Grades 9-12

Thu, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/78318

Thu, Jul 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Drop-in Dino Sand Art

Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Visit the library for dinosaur sand art while supplies last. Ages 5-12.

Toddler Open Play and Building

Fri, Jul 18, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 7/8. Please register each child's name individually. Engage in playtime with different stations around the room. This is a program for toddlers and their caregivers.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 9:00am

Fri, Jul 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BFFs4EVER!

Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Drop-in Video Games for Kids

Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

BFFs4EVER!

Sat, Jul 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Play video games and make some new friends. Ages 4 - 12. No registration required.

Sun, Jul 20, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

3D Pen Pals

Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Family Storytime: All about Colors

Mon, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Advanced Cricut Class

Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You've Learned The Basics, Now Learn The Rest

3D Puzzle Painting

Mon, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins July 7. Please register each child individually. Paint a 3D animal puzzle. Ages 7 - 12.

Registration opens Monday, July 7 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins July 8th. Please register each child's name individually. Learn about colors with some stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 0 - 6 years.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 9:00am

The Recharge

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey, in partnership with the Ocean County Library, is offering a support group for caregivers and their loved ones.

Super Smash Brothers Tourney

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Slang Bee

Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teen Zone

Challenge your friends to define the most popular slang terms for the boomers and beyond. Prizes for all participants, and a chance to win the coveted Slang Bee award.

Paws for Reading

Tue, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Mancini Hall

Registration required; begins July 8. Please register each child individually. Practice your reading skills in the company of gentle therapy dogs. Ages 6 - 12.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 9:00am

Super Smash Brothers Tourney

Tue, Jul 22, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Jul 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Vinyl Record Nights

Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Atrium

Come unwind and listen to curated vinyl records under the stars of the Toms River library atrium.

Rescheduled

Trevor's Banned Book Club

Wed, Jul 23, 9:00am - 8:00pm

New date Wednesday, July 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Trevor's Banned Book Club believes reading is fundamental and knowledge is power. Gather to read and discuss books that have been subject to bans across the country.

Groovy Babies

Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins July 9. Please register each child individually. Move and groove along to golden oldies songs and interactive stories. For babies from 0 - 18 months.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 9 2025 at 9:00am

Chair Yoga for Adults with Special Challenges

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Mancini Hall

Join us for a session of beginner chair yoga led by certified yoga instructor, Linda Higley. This program is for adults with special challenges.

3D Pen Pals

Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Virtual Author Talk with Rex Ogle - For Grades 5-8

Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/78830

3D Pen Pals

Wed, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Trevor's Banned Book Club

Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Trevor's Banned Book Club believes reading is fundamental and knowledge is power. Gather to read and discuss books that have been subject to bans across the country.

Tales & Tunes Storytime

Thu, Jul 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins July 10. Please register each child individually. Listen to summer themed stories, sing songs, and create a fun craft. Ages 2 - 3.

Registration opens Thursday, July 10 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What!??!

Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What!??!

Basic Weaving with Nonny Creates

Thu, Jul 24, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Get creative and go green. Join us for a fun, hands-on weaving workshop where we'll turn recycled and recyclable materials into something beautiful while learning basic weaving techniques.

Book Bundles

Fri, Jul 25, 9:00am - 10:00am

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Reading Buddies

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room,YS Living Room/YS Area

Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

Registration opens Friday, July 11 2025 at 10:30am

Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Gentle Yoga with Belle

Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Bishop (upstairs)

Join Yoga and Pilates instructor, Belle Burns, for an hour long Gentle Yoga class. This program is great for beginners. Please bring a mat.

Drop-In Color Your Own Under the Sea Critters Visor

Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Toms River Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Drop in and color your own under the sea ocean critters visor to wear on sunny days. Ages 3-12. No registration required.

Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sat, Jul 26, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Toms River Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Teens Create with 3D Pens

Sun, Jul 27, 1:30pm - 4:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Kid Cardboard Crafting

Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!?

Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teen Zone

Ever wanted your drawings to come off the page? Come try our 3D Pens to make structures, jewelry, and more.

Registration opens Monday, July 7 2025 at 9:00am

Financial Decisions for Young Adults

Mon, Jul 28, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Baby & Me

Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Green Room

Registration required; begins July 14. Please register each child's name individually. Visit the library for an interactive program for you and your baby. For babies up to 12 months with a caregiver.

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

Intro to 3D Printing

Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Learn the Basics of 3D Printing and Scanning

Mon, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

A workshop designed to help students and parents navigate post-high school decisions.

Tue, Jul 29, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Rescheduled

Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 4:00pm

New date Tuesday, July 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

BFFs4Ever!

Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BFFs4Ever!