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I Literally Can Knot: Beginner Embroidery for Teens
2024-08-21 18:30:00 2024-08-21 20:30:00 America/New_York I Literally Can Knot: Beginner Embroidery for Teens Discover the art of embroidery with this beginner-friendly program for teens. Upper Shores Branch -

Wednesday, August 21
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-21 18:30:00 2024-08-21 20:30:00 America/New_York I Literally Can Knot: Beginner Embroidery for Teens Discover the art of embroidery with this beginner-friendly program for teens. Upper Shores Branch -

Discover the art of embroidery with this beginner-friendly program for teens.

Discover the art of embroidery with this beginner-friendly program. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this course provides a solid foundation for mastering this timeless craft. Attendees will leave with the supplies needed to work on a piece of their own after the class.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | DIY/Craft |

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Upper Shores Branch
Phone: (732) 793-3996
Hours
We're closed Friday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Jul 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sat, Jul 05 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 Closed
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Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Mon, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Tue, Jul 01, 9:00am - 1:00pm
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Cookbook Club
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Thu, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Mon, Jul 07, 10:00am - 10:45am
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Join other caregivers and their children for an age-appropriate art activity. Recommended for ages 0-24 months. Please register each child individually. Adults do not need to register.
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Mon, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Tue, Jul 08, 9:00am - 1:00pm
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Come to the Upper Shores Branch on Tuesday mornings to enjoy a game of Hand and Foot. Players must bring their own cards and game sets.
Yankee Stadium: From the (Organ) Bench
Tue, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Children will learn about leaf shapes and what leaves do, and why leaves change color in the fall. Ages 5-7. Please register each child individually.
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Friends of the Upper Shores Branch Meeting
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Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
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Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Fri, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Come watch the phenomenon starring Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande. PG (160 min.)
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Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Mon, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
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Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Out of Sight Alpacas
Fri, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Christmas in July Friends Book Sale
Mon, Jul 21, All day
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Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us for this hands-on craft program that will encourage creativity through a variety of fun projects. Ages 5-12.
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Mon, Jul 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Tue, Jul 22, All day
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Friends of the Upper Shores Branch will be having their annual Christmas in July Book Sale.
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Tue, Jul 22, 9:00am - 1:00pm
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Come to the Upper Shores Branch on Tuesday mornings to enjoy a game of Hand and Foot. Players must bring their own cards and game sets.
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Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
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Wed, Jul 23, All day
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Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Bring your knitting projects to the library and enjoy some conversation while you knit!
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Upper Shores Main Floor
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Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
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Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Psychic Fair
Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Including tarot and palm readers, this event benefits the Friends of the Upper Shores Branch. This program is for entertainment purposes only. Please call to register.
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Registration opens Wednesday, July 2 2025 at 9:00am
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