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Start: 2024-09-10T10:30:00-04:00
End: 2024-09-10T12:00:00-04:00
Location: Jackson Branch

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Messy Art

Ages 2 - 5

2024-09-10 10:30:00 2024-09-10 12:00:00 America/New_York Messy Art Station based art play. Dress for a mess. Ages 2 - 5. Please register. Jackson Branch - Storytime Room

Tuesday, September 10
10:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-10 10:30:00 2024-09-10 12:00:00 America/New_York Messy Art Station based art play. Dress for a mess. Ages 2 - 5. Please register. Jackson Branch - Storytime Room

Jackson Branch

Storytime Room

Station based art play. Dress for a mess. Ages 2 - 5. Please register.

Station based art play. Dress for a mess. Ages 2 - 5.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED
* Please individually register and specify all the names and ages of the children attending.
* For program updates and confirmation reminders please add an email.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime & Early Learning |

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Drop In: 100th Anniversary Banner Coloring Activity

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

Drop in near the Sensory Space from Sat. 7/12 through Sat. 7/19 to add to our 100th Anniversary Banner!

Mindfulness Meditation: Three Poisons

Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jackson Meeting Room

Explore three basic causes of suffering in this compassion based meditation. Presented by Shazia Zaman, a certified mindfulness meditation practitioner.

Drop In: 100th Anniversary Banner Coloring Activity

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

Drop in near the Sensory Space from Sat. 7/12 through Sat. 7/19 to add to our 100th Anniversary Banner!

Drop In: 100th Anniversary Banner Coloring Activity

Mon, Jul 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Drop in near the Sensory Space from Sat. 7/12 through Sat. 7/19 to add to our 100th Anniversary Banner!

Community Crafters

Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Makerspace

Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Storytime with Cinderella - Children of All Ages

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jackson Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime with Cinderella. This program will feature stories, games, songs and a meet and greet.

This event is full

Canvas and Coffee

Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Join Carolyn Frazier from Beach House Studio to paint a Summer theme on canvas while you enjoy refreshment. Materials are limited. Please register. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.

This event is full

Drop In: 100th Anniversary Banner Coloring Activity

Tue, Jul 15, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Drop in near the Sensory Space from Sat. 7/12 through Sat. 7/19 to add to our 100th Anniversary Banner!

Teen Takeover - Ages 5-12

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

Jackson Meeting Room

Puppet shows, Giant game boards, movies, crafts? Come see what our Teen Volunteers have cooked up! Ages 5-12. Please Register. Please inquire about potential allergens.

Teen Takeover - Ages 5-12

Tue, Jul 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Puppet shows, Giant game boards, movies, crafts? Come see what our Teen Volunteers have cooked up! Ages 5-12. Please Register. Please inquire about potential Allergens.

Jackson Writers' Group

Tue, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Jackson Quiet Study Room

Bring your work, any genre.

Drop In: 100th Anniversary Banner Coloring Activity

Wed, Jul 16, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Drop in near the Sensory Space from Sat. 7/12 through Sat. 7/19 to add to our 100th Anniversary Banner!

Glow Paint Party - Ages 5-12

Wed, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Glow with the flow at this blacklight paint party with Lil Monsters Art. Ages 5-12. Please register.

This event is full

Drop In: 100th Anniversary Banner Coloring Activity

Thu, Jul 17, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Drop in near the Sensory Space from Sat. 7/12 through Sat. 7/19 to add to our 100th Anniversary Banner!

Jackson Friends of the Library

Thu, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

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

Drop In: 100th Anniversary Banner Coloring Activity

Fri, Jul 18, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop in near the Sensory Space from Sat. 7/12 through Sat. 7/19 to add to our 100th Anniversary Banner!

Drop In: 100th Anniversary Banner Coloring Activity

Sat, Jul 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Drop in near the Sensory Space from Sat. 7/12 through Sat. 7/19 to add to our 100th Anniversary Banner!

Saturday Morning Cartoons - All Ages

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Enjoy classic cartoons, coloring, and crafts available in the Children's Department. No registration required.

Saturday Morning Cartoon - All Ages

Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Come watch some cartoons in the Children's section.

Adults with Special Challenges Storytime

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jackson Meeting Room

Join us for a storytime perfect for adults with special challenges with a craft to follow. Ages 18 and up.

Unique Creatures - Ages 5-12

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

Jackson Meeting Room

Live animal show for ages 5 - 12.

This event is full

Community Crafters

Mon, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Makerspace

Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Sensory Play & Toddler Building - Ages 2-5

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

Storytime Room

Explore your senses with fun station-based play. Please register.

This event is full

Paint a Patriotic Gnome

Tue, Jul 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Makerspace

Join us in the Makerspace for a creative afternoon! Patrons are invited to paint charming gnomes in festive red, white, and blue. All supplies provided.

This event is full

Gyotaku Fish Printing with WILDJersey - Ages 12-18

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

Learn the art of Japanese fish printing. We'll start with a lesson in fish anatomy and then make your own colorful fish prints to keep. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.

Outrageous Reptiles with Jenkinson?s Aquarium

Wed, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Jackson 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.

Reading Buddies

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

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

Drop in Pipecleaner Portraits - Ages 5-12

Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Make a self portrait out of pipe cleaners! No Registration required.

The Art of Charcuterie with Chef Brian Cook

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

Jackson 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.

Reading Buddies

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

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

Community Crafters

Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Makerspace

Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Stroke Awareness - Find Out if You are at Risk - By Hackensack Meridian Health

Mon, Jul 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Jackson Meeting Room

According to the American Heart Association, stroke accounted for about 1 in every very 21 deaths in the United States and can be prevented by managing key health factors and behaviors.

Walk-in Health Assesments - By Hackensack Meridian Health

Mon, Jul 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Makerspace

Join medical staff as they perform wellness screenings.

Fashion Design Around The World

Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Learn about different fashion cities, styles, and design cute outfits from around the world!

Tween Melted Crayon Butterflies - Ages 8-12

Tue, Jul 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Create a melted crayon butterfly. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.

This event is full

Paint an Adoptable Pet

Tue, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Whether you're an animal lover, amateur painter, or all of the above, join us as we paint adorable, adoptable pet portraits from images shared by the Ocean County Animal Shelter.

Teen Takeover - Ages 5-12

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

Jackson Meeting Room

Puppet shows, Giant game boards, crafts? Come see what our Teen Volunteers have cooked up! Ages 5-12. Please Register.

Teen Takeover - Ages 5-12

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

Jackson Meeting Room

Puppet shows, Giant game boards, crafts? Come see what our Teen Volunteers have cooked up! Ages 5-12. Please Register.

Drop-in Crafts - All Ages

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Drop by the Children's section to make a craft!

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Wed, Jul 09	9:00AM to 9:00PM
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Fri, Jul 11	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 12	9:00AM to 5:00PM
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Messy Art

Ages 2 - 5

Tuesday, September 1010:30am - 12:00pm

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