Blood Pressure Screenings

Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us for stories and a craft. Summer Reading Club is geared toward children PreK - 3rd grade and encourages children to practice active reading over the summer.

Registration is now closed

Teen Summer Movie Series: The Sandlot - for Teens and Tweens

Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

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

Registration is now closed

Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Join our summer volunteers for an afternoon movie! Bring your own blankets and make yourself cozy. Popcorn will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch.

Registration is now closed

Paint Class with Lil' Monsters Art - Ages 7-12

Tue, Jul 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Celebrate summer with a guided canvas paint class with artist and art teacher Jamie Jarka of Lil Monsters Art. Ages 7-12. Registration is required.

This event is full

Marvelous Sleuths

Tue, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Join us for our mystery book discussion group! Call the Branch for this month's title 609-294-1197. New members welcome!

Ben Franklin & Betsy Ross: Founding Father, Founding Mother

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Portrayed by Rob Devitis and Alisa Dupuy, Dr. Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross will regale us with stories of their lives during the American Revolution!

Teen Board Games - for Teens and Tweens

Wed, Jul 22, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room A

Please bring your current year gaming cards and game sets.

Wed, Jul 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room B

Join our summer teen volunteers for an afternoon of games, both new and old. Snacks will be provided.

Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch Meeting

Wed, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

The Friends design and manage fundraising activities to support the Library. New members are welcome.

Thu, Jul 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

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

Nintendo Switch Gaming - for Teens and Tweens

Thu, Jul 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Join us for stories and a craft. Summer Reading Club is geared toward children PreK - 3rd grade and encourages children to practice active reading over the summer.

Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Teens & tweens will have the opportunity to play video games on the Nintendo Switch. This program is intended for Teens and Tweens.

Drop in Recycled Painting - For Children and Tweens

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Free style painting on recycled materials. Dress for a mess.

Make Your Own Junk Journal

Sat, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Make a handmade junk journal using everyday materials and artistic touches. Perfect for beginners, memory-keepers, and anyone who loves creative paper crafts.

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Children's Concert! - Rock & Rhyme with Mr. Jon & Friends

Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Living Room Area

Join multiple Parents' Choice Award winning musician Mr Jon & Friends for an interactive musical comedy show for the whole family. Mr Jon & George the Monkey will have you laughing and dancing along.

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Knitting at the Library

Mon, Jul 27, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room A

Join us for knitting at the Library. Relax and chat with other yarn enthusiasts, work on your knit or crochet projects, and swap patterns.

Lego® Club

Mon, Jul 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room B

Get ready to build. LEGO® bricks will be provided during the program, please do not bring your own bricks. Best for ages 5 - 12.

Drive In Movie - For Children

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Pull up to our meeting room for an afternoon movie. Popcorn will be provided.

FACES 4 Autism - Fun for kids & families - For Pre-k to 6th

Tue, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Led by two experienced local Special Education professionals, FACES is designed to support neurodivergent children as they navigate social interactions.

Sibling Get Together - For the Siblings of Neurodiverse Children - For Pre-k to 6th

Tue, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Led by our children's librarian this program offers a supportive space for siblings to connect, share, and understand each other's experiences in a fun, welcoming setting focused on fun, not therapy!

Glow and Giggle Dance Party - Best for aged 0-5

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Dance until it's naptime! Dancing, arts and crafts, and sensory stations.

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New Jersey's Precious Pinelands with Jenkinson's Aquarium - for Teens and Tweens

Wed, Jul 29, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room A

Please bring your current year gaming cards and game sets.

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room B

It is the country's first National Reserve and a unique and fascinating ecosystem. Learn all about the history of these vast oak-pine forests, their diverse wildlife, and more.

Coffee Painting with Culture Chauraha

Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:30am

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Brew up some creativity with this unique painting session where your favorite beverage becomes your artistic medium. Ideal for beginners and art enthusiasts alike.

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

Join us for stories and a craft. Summer Reading Club is geared toward children PreK - 3rd grade and encourages children to practice active reading over the summer.

Teen Summer Movie Series: Jurassic Park - for Teens and Tweens

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

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

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Join our summer volunteers for an afternoon movie! Bring your own blankets and make yourself cozy. Popcorn will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch.

Children's Scavenger Hunt! - Available all month - every month!

Sat, Aug 01, All day

Available all month - every month!

Mon, Aug 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

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

Teen Summer Movie Series: Rango - for Teens and Tweens

Mon, Aug 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Join us for stories and a craft. Summer Reading Club is geared toward children PreK - 3rd grade and encourages children to practice active reading over the summer.

Mon, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Join our summer volunteers for an afternoon movie! Bring your own blankets and make yourself cozy. Popcorn will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch.

Doodle, Design and Discover - for Teens and Tweens

Tue, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Learn how to use a 3D pen.

Red Light Painting - for Children, Teens, and Tweens

Tue, Aug 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

We will paint under red lights and be uniquely surprised when we reveal our projects to the light. Ages 7 - 17.

Cancelled

Pokemon Club - For grades 2 - 6

Tue, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Each session may include drawing activities, trivia, and more! For grades 2 - 6

Tween Art Club - for Teens and Tweens

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Ages 9 -12.

Teen Board Games - for Teens and Tweens

Wed, Aug 05, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room A

Please bring your current year gaming cards and game sets.

Wed, Aug 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room B

Join our summer teen volunteers for an afternoon of games, both new and old. Snacks will be provided.

Marine Debris in Our Ocean & What you can do to Help - Presented by Ocean County 4H

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch

Thu, Aug 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

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

The Blues - A History of the 20th Century's Most Influential Folk Music

Thu, Aug 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Join us for stories and a craft. Summer Reading Club is geared toward children PreK - 3rd grade and encourages children to practice active reading over the summer.

Family Bingo

Thu, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Come out for some family fun playing bingo. Light snacks will be served.

Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Join us to learn about the history of Blues music and the lasting influence of iconic Blues musicians of the 20th century.

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

Join us for stories and a craft. Summer Reading Club is geared toward children PreK - 3rd grade and encourages children to practice active reading over the summer.

Teen Challenge: Will it Waffle? - for Teens and Tweens

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

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

Knitting at the Library

Mon, Aug 10, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room A

Join us for knitting at the Library. Relax and chat with other yarn enthusiasts, work on your knit or crochet projects, and swap patterns.

Mon, Aug 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Experiment with different kinds of waffles to try to discover a surprisingly delicious new creation. This program is intended for Teens and Tweens.

Drop-In Buttonmaking - for Teens and Tweens

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

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Use the button maker to design your own buttons. Take home your creations to spread the love.

Create your own Pet Palace - for Children, Tweens, and Teens

Tue, Aug 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Participants will build upcycled cardboard shelters to create enriching environments for small pets. Supplies will be provided.

Messy Time - Best for those who waddle and crawl

Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:15am

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Explore safe textures, colors & sensory play. Enhance motor skills & bonding through creative mess and learning through joyful chaos.

How and Where to Bird in Ocean County

Wed, Aug 12, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room A

Please bring your current year gaming cards and game sets.

Lego® Club

Wed, Aug 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room B

Get ready to build. LEGO® bricks will be provided during the program, please do not bring your own bricks. Best for ages 5 - 12.

Wed, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Ocean County has many natural lands, parks, beachfronts and bays to explore. This program is about where and how to find birds in Ocean County.

Ice Cream Truck Party & Field Day Fun

Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

End of summer party with the Ice Cream Emergency truck and fun and games for all ages! Ice cream vouchers will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis during the 2:00 PM hour.

Watercolor with Westwood & Quinn - Watercolor Wash And Splatter Painting - Dinosaur

Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Create a colorful watercolor background using wash and splatter techniques around a dinosaur silhouette.

Miniature Horse Visit

Fri, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Ana and her adorable miniature horses are bringing an unforgettable experience to your library! Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch.

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Hand Sewing - Ages 3 - 12 with Caretaker

Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Create a bear stuffy out of felt. Parents and caretakers are asked to stay for this beginner-friendly program.

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Educate, Make and Take Sage Smudging Workshop - Sweet Bayou Lou

Tue, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Join local herbalist Vee for an aromatic, grounding workshop where we will explore the ancient tradition of smoke cleansing using sage. Registration required.

This event is full

Marvelous Sleuths

Tue, Aug 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

Join us for our mystery book discussion group! Call the Branch for this month's title 609-294-1197. New members welcome!

Volume Up! Storytime - Best for those who waddle, crawl, and walk

Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 10:40am

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room

This high energy storytime is made for littles who love to move. We'll read, and wiggle our way through lively stories and rhymes. Come ready to get loud, have fun, and leave nap time ready!