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Drop-In Sensory Exploration
2024-10-24 00:00:00 2024-10-24 23:59:00 America/New_York Drop-In Sensory Exploration Come join us in the Sensory Space for some fun exploring our senses! Jackson Branch - Sensory Space

Thursday, October 24
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Add to Calendar 2024-10-24 00:00:00 2024-10-24 23:59:00 America/New_York Drop-In Sensory Exploration Come join us in the Sensory Space for some fun exploring our senses! Jackson Branch - Sensory Space

Jackson Branch

Sensory Space

Come join us in the Sensory Space for some fun exploring our senses!

Join us for sensory exploration with sensory bins. No registration necessary. 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Diversability |

TAGS: | Sensory Space |

Jackson Branch
Phone: (732) 928-4400
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Mon, Mar 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Mar 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Mar 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 28 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 29 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Developmental Disability Awareness Month Drop In Craft
Mon, Mar 23, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Drop in any time this month to create a craft!
Community Crafters
Mon, Mar 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.  
Adults with Special Challenges Craft
Mon, Mar 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room,Sensory Space
Come craft with us ! We're making & decorating popsicle stick airplanes.
Registration is now closed
Maker Day Fun with littleBits! - Ages 8-12
Mon, Mar 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Join us in the makerspace for a hands-on littleBits session where tweens learn the basics of electricity by tackling fun building challenges. Please Register.
Registration is now closed
Developmental Disability Awareness Month Drop In Craft
Tue, Mar 24, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Drop in any time this month to create a craft!
Babytime - 0 - 18 months
Tue, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Join us for 15 - 20 minutes of songs and activities followed by an hour of adult and child socialization. Ages 0 - 18 months. REG
Developmental Disability Awareness Month Drop In Craft
Wed, Mar 25, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Drop in any time this month to create a craft!
Prom Dress Giveaway
Wed, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Need a dress for Prom or an upcoming dance? Join us for the Prom Dress Giveaways at the Jackson Branch.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Developmental Disability Awareness Month Drop In Craft
Thu, Mar 26, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Drop in any time this month to create a craft!
Sensory Storytime (Ages 3-5)
Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sensory Space
Join us for a Sensory filled Storytime in our Sensory Space.This event is for ages 3yrs.-5yrs. 
This event is full
Prom Dress Giveaway
Thu, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Need a dress for Prom or an upcoming dance? Join us for the Prom Dress Giveaways at the Jackson Branch.
Women Who Kept the Lights: Stories of NJ's Lighthouses - Virtual Program
Thu, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Celebrate Women's History Month by taking a deep dive into the history of female lighthouse keepers throughout New Jersey, as well as the history of "Old Barney" -- the historic Barnegat Lighthouse. 
Developmental Disability Awareness Month Drop In Craft
Fri, Mar 27, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Drop in any time this month to create a craft!
Cancelled
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Mar 27, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Mar 27, 11:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Developmental Disability Awareness Month Drop In Craft
Sat, Mar 28, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Drop in any time this month to create a craft!
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Mar 28, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Developmental Disability Awareness Month Drop In Craft
Sun, Mar 29, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Drop in any time this month to create a craft!
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Mar 29, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Developmental Disability Awareness Month Drop In Craft
Mon, Mar 30, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Drop in any time this month to create a craft!
Spring Time Sensory Play
Mon, Mar 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room,Sensory Space
Come join us for some Spring Themed Sensory Fun!
Community Crafters
Mon, Mar 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.
Developmental Disability Awareness Month Drop In Craft
Tue, Mar 31, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Drop in any time this month to create a craft!
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Apr 01, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Sensory Play - Ages 2-5
Wed, Apr 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Explore your senses with fun station-based play. Please register. Sponsored by the Friends of the Jackson Library
This event is full
English Conversation Group
Wed, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
AARP Tax Aide Program
Thu, Apr 02, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Free tax assistance by members of AARP. No age requirement, but appointments are required.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Apr 02, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Apr 04, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Poem in Your Pocket Day Drop-In - Ages 12-18
Sat, Apr 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Drop into the Teen Zone to celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day with a craft.
Cancelled
Mindfulness Meditation: Mind Like Sky
Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in this beautiful meditation to cultivate peace and freedom from worry. Learn to develop emotional resilience and recognize the beautiful spaciousness within where joy and gratitude resides.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Apr 06, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Community Crafters
Mon, Apr 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.  
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Apr 07, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
K-POP Dance Party with Enchanting Entertainment - Ages 6-12
Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join us for a K-Pop Demon Hunter inspired dance party with music, glitter tattoos, and more! Presented by Enchanting Entertainment. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.
Tuesday Muse Book Discussion Group
Tue, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Title: The Splendid and the Vile
Learn About Orchids - Presented by the Master Gardeners
Tue, Apr 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Orchid Care 101: Growing Beautiful Blooms at Home.
Jackson Writers' Group
Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Planning For The What Ifs In Life
Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join us for this enlightening seminar designed to help you navigate life's unexpected curveballs with greater clarity and confidence.
Paws for Reading: Molly Mcmuffin - Ages 6-12
Wed, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room
Sign up for a 15 minute time slot to practicing your reading skills with Therapy Dog Molly Mcmuffin. Please call the Jackson branch for availability.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
AARP Tax Aide Program
Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 1:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Free tax assistance by members of AARP. No age requirement, but appointments are required.
Tween Spring Break Sensory Jar Craft Ages (8-12)
Thu, Apr 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Come join us for a sensory jar craft and relaxation in the Sensory Space
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Apr 10, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Apr 11, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Apr 13, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Grilled Cheese Drop-in Craft - All Ages
Mon, Apr 13, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop by the Children's Section to make a craft and celebrate grilled cheese!
Pop(sicle stick) Art Sensory Bookmark Buddy (Drop-In)
Mon, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Create a bookmark!
Estate Planning Guidelines
Mon, Apr 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Want to know more about estate planning and the steps involved? Kerry O'Shea Devine, Esq., member of the New Jersey State Bar Foundation will discuss the guidelines. Q&A will follow.
Community Crafters
Mon, Apr 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Apr 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Afternoon Book Discussion Group
Tue, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Title:The Blame Game
DIY Flower Pot Craft - Ages 6-12
Tue, Apr 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room
Express yourself with a DIY flower pot painting craft in celebration of World Art Day. Please register.
Quiet Reading Hour in the Sensory Space
Tue, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Learn about our Sensory Space here: https://theoceancountylibrary.org/sensory-space.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Apr 15, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Sew Reusable Bowl Covers
Wed, Apr 15, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Say goodbye to plastic wrap! Instead sew fabric bowl covers, an easy eco friendly alternative for your kitchen.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:00am
English Conversation Group
Wed, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Apr 16, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Tween Homeschool Makers - Ages 8 - 12
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Come learn something new. Ages 8 - 12. REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Registration opens Thursday, March 26 2026 at 10:30am
Jackson Friends of the Library Meeting
Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
The Friends design and manage fundraising activities to support the library. New members are welcome.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Apr 17, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Autism Awareness :Adults with Special Challenges Karaoke
Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
Come sing with us!
This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Apr 18, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Community Crafters
Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.  
Adults with Special Challenges Craft
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Come create a rainbow sun craft !
This event is full
Babytime - 0 - 18 months
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Join us for 15 - 20 minutes of songs and activities followed by an hour of adult and child socialization. Ages 0 - 18 months. REG
Registration opens Monday, March 30 2026 at 10:30am
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Apr 20, 11:45am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Apr 21, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Writers' Group
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.
Parachute Play- Wild Western Wagon! - 3-5 Years
Wed, Apr 22, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Come have fun on our parachute adventure featuring a train heist and the atmosphere of the wild west! For ages 3-5. Please Register.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:00am
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Apr 22, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Wild Exotics Animal Refuge: Conversations on Conservation
Wed, Apr 22, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join Wild Exotics Animal Refuge for a thoughtful Earth Day event exploring conservation, wildlife, and how we can preserve our planet together. Sponsored by the Friends of the Jackson Library
English Conversation Group
Wed, Apr 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
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