Olympic Excitement

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

Children's Area

Show off your creativity by decorating the library sidewalks Ages 0-12

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Individuals and day programs for adults with special needs are welcome to enjoy a movie in our meeting room. Room opens at 10:30, movie starts at 11:30am.

Outrageous Reptiles with Jenkinson's Aquarium

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

Teen Zone

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

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Tue, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Explore the characteristics of our scaly friends, the reptiles! During this live show meet reptile ambassadors to learn about their differences and how they adapt to their habitats.

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Baby & Toddler Social Hour

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Berkeley Meeting Room

Join other caregivers in a relaxed open-play setting. Ages 0-4.

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Diversability Month Documentary

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Stop by the library and see an informative documentary.

Thu, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Weekly open play Mahjong from 1-4 Players must bring their own set and current card.

Friday Afternoon Book Club

Thu, Jul 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Teen Zone

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

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Fri, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Please contact the Berkeley Branch for details.

Painted Flower Wine Glass Candle Holder

Sat, Jul 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Stop by the library create a beautiful flower candle holder for the summer. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library.

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Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Individuals and day programs for adults with special needs are welcome to enjoy a movie in our meeting room. Room opens at 10:30, movie starts at 11:30am.

Crafternoon

Mon, Jul 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Decorate adorable wooden bugs Ages 6-12 Registration Required

This event is full

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Teen Zone

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

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Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Individuals and day programs for adults with special needs are welcome to enjoy a movie in our meeting room. Room opens at 10:30, movie starts at 11:30am.

Charcuterie Boards with Chef Brian Cook

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

Show off your creativity by decorating the library sidewalks Ages 0-12

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

Berkeley Meeting Room

Come connect with your community and learn the art of charcuterie. Chef Brian Cook will teach you how to create the perfect charcuterie board. Potential allergen. Registration required.

Sand Art Necklaces for Tweens

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Teen Zone

Stop by and make sand art necklace. Ages 9 - 12.

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Seashell Art

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

Berkeley Meeting Room

A touch of coastal charm. Simple process for a pretty decoupaged seashell will be demonstrated. Create a decorative accent, unique gift, hanging ornament, ring or candy dish.

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Friday Afternoon Book Discussion

Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Weekly open play Mahjong from 1-4 Players must bring their own set and current card.

Cancelled

Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Please contact the Berkeley Branch for details.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

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

Teen Zone

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

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Thu, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Join fellow teen adventurers at the library's Dungeons and Dragons program. Ages 13-18.

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Meet the Mayor

Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Berkeley residents, become acquainted with Mayor John Bacchione in a casual setting. Drop in and ?Meet the Mayor? at the Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch, 2 PM Friday, July 18.

Playtime Fun

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 11:30am

Berkeley Meeting Room

Drop by to socialize with other kids and caregivers. Ages 1-5

Create Your Own Beach Tote

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Individuals and day programs for adults with special needs are welcome to enjoy a movie in our meeting room. Room opens at 10:30, movie starts at 11:30am.

Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Stop by the library and create your own tote for the beach. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library.

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

Children's Area

Show off your creativity by decorating the library sidewalks Ages 0-12

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

Teen Zone

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

This event is full

Baby & Toddler Social Hour

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Individuals and day programs for adults with special needs are welcome to enjoy a movie in our meeting room. Room opens at 10:30, movie starts at 11:30am.

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

Berkeley Meeting Room

Join other caregivers in a relaxed open-play setting. Ages 0-4.

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Intro to Computers

Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Stop by the library with your own device for this introductory course. Please register.

Meet Your Mail Carrier

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Berkeley Meeting Room

Our own mail carrier will visit the library to share all about what it's like to work at the Post Office.

Thu, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Weekly open play Mahjong from 1-4 Players must bring their own set and current card.

Scratch Art for Tweens and Teens

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

Teen Zone

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

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Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Stop by and make art with a scratchpad. Ages 9 - 18

Thyme to Learn about Herbs

Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

This program will include information on how to grow herbs indoors and outdoors.

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

Show off your creativity by decorating the library sidewalks Ages 0-12

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Teen Zone

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

Ceramic Ice Cream Cone Painting for Tweens and Teens

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Individuals and day programs for adults with special needs are welcome to enjoy a movie in our meeting room. Room opens at 10:30, movie starts at 11:30am.

Tue, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Stop by and paint a ceramic ice cream cone bank. Ages 9 - 18.

Balloons and Bubbles: The Bubblevaders From Outer Space!

Wed, Jul 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Bubbles fill the room like stars! Presto Pete and Incredulous Chris let loose a starfield of bubbles for kids to pop and have fun with! Includes a BUBBLE?VASION of bubble worms and bubble brains!

Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Weekly open play Mahjong from 1-4 Players must bring their own set and current card.

Dragon in a Jar Craft for Teens

Thu, Jul 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Teen Zone

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

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Crafternoon

Fri, Aug 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Make a decorative lantern Ages 6-12 Registration Required

Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Stop by and make Dragon in a Jar. Ages 13 - 17.

Mon, Aug 04, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Individuals and day programs for adults with special needs are welcome to enjoy a movie in our meeting room. Room opens at 10:30, movie starts at 11:30am.

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Individuals and day programs for adults with special needs are welcome to enjoy a movie in our meeting room. Room opens at 10:30, movie starts at 11:30am.

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Teen Zone

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

This event is full

Glow Paint Party for Teens

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area

Show off your creativity by decorating the library sidewalks Ages 0-12

Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Paint a canvas under black lights and watch the magic happen! No experience necessary. Wear your favorite neon colors.

Blending Fun with Amy for Teens

Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Berkeley Meeting Room

Enjoy a fruit smoothie blending demo with Amy Paradise and take home recipes to use yourself.

Dinoman

Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Berkeley Meeting Room

A dinosaur program filled with facts, fun, and magic. Oh and life-size dinosaurs!

Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 10:30am

Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Weekly open play Mahjong from 1-4 Players must bring their own set and current card.