Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch. Due to the high demand, there is a limit of 15 minutes in the Space on Sundays. Availability is first come, first serve.
Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!
Registration required; begins 8/10. Please register each child individually. Enjoy a firefighter-themed Storytime and meet the Fire Chief of Station 25 and their Dalmatian Halligan. Ages 3 - 6.
Registration required, begins August 11. Please register each child individually. Make baby art and enjoy playtime with your little one! Dress for a mess. Ages 6-23 months with a caregiver.
Registration required; starting 8/13. Please register each child individually. Join us for simple art projects with toddlers and their caregivers. Dress for a mess. Ages 2 - 5.
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch. Due to the high demand, there is a limit of 15 minutes in the Space on Sundays. Availability is first come, first serve.
Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!
Registration required; starting 8/17. Play with textures and colors to create your own magic potions. Ages 8 -12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
Registration required, begins 8/19. Please register each child individually. Ages 0-12 months. Join us for stories and taste-safe sensory bins. Dress for a mess. Potential allergens may be present.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
Registration required, begins August 20. Please register each child individually. Visit the library to develop pre-literacy skills with stories, songs, movement, & more. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
Registration required; starting 8/21. Please register each child individually. Get ready for the new school year by painting and personalizing your own canvas pencil case. Ages 6 -12 years.
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 9:00am
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
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.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!
Registration required; begins August 26. 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 Wednesday, August 26 2026 at 9:00am
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
Registration required; starting 8/27. Please register each child individually. Join us for fall-themed stories, songs, and a simple craft. Ages 2-3.
The craft involves paint. Please dress for mess.
Registration opens Thursday, August 27 2026 at 9:00am
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch. Due to the high demand, there is a limit of 15 minutes in the Space on Sundays. Availability is first come, first serve.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
The Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River meet monthly to discuss fund raising activities that support the library. New members are welcome.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
The Library Equal Access Program (LEAP) provides free training in the use of assistive technology on the iPad or iPhone. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course.
Registration required, begins 9/3. Please register each child individually. Let's share our love of rocks through stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 3 - 5.
Registration opens Thursday, September 3 2026 at 9:00am
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
Registration required; begins September 4. Please register each child individually. Enjoy stories and songs while engaging your little one's senses in our calming Sensory Space. Ages 3-5.
Registration opens Friday, September 4 2026 at 9:00am
The Toms River, Lakewood, Plumsted, and Tuckerton Branches are collecting kids costumes for ages 0-11 throughout September. Costumes will be given away for free at FanNation on October 3rd.
