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Tween Crafternoon: Stafford Branch

Sugar Skull Owls
2024-10-10 16:00:00 2024-10-10 16:45:00 America/New_York Tween Crafternoon: Stafford Branch Ages 9-13. EACH ATTENDEE MUST BE REGISTERED SEPARATELY. Space is Limited. Program runs 45 minutes. Join us in the Meeting Room to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and create a Sugar Skull Owl. Stafford Branch -

Thursday, October 10
4:00pm - 4:45pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-10 16:00:00 2024-10-10 16:45:00 America/New_York Tween Crafternoon: Stafford Branch Ages 9-13. EACH ATTENDEE MUST BE REGISTERED SEPARATELY. Space is Limited. Program runs 45 minutes. Join us in the Meeting Room to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and create a Sugar Skull Owl. Stafford Branch -

Ages 9-13. EACH ATTENDEE MUST BE REGISTERED SEPARATELY. Space is Limited. Program runs 45 minutes. Join us in the Meeting Room to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and create a Sugar Skull Owl.

Join us in the meeting room for this months Tween Crafternoon. Ages 9-13. Please register. Program runs 45 minutes.

EACH ATTENDEE MUST BE REGISTERED SEPARATELY. Space is Limited. 

AGE GROUP: | Tweens |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM/STEAM/MAKER | DIY/Craft |

TAGS: | HispanicHeritageMonth |

Stafford Branch
Phone: (609) 597-3381
Hours
Mon, Jul 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming Events

Ask a Master Gardener - Diagnostic Clinics
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County will answer any gardening questions you may have. Located on the main library floor. Drop-in.
Time to Learn About Bees
Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stafford Meeting Room
Learn the importance of bees in our environment and the challenges bees face. Presented by certified Rutgers Master Gardener of Ocean County, Georgina Price. Please register.
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Tween/Teen Marshmallow Catapults STEAM program
Mon, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Build a catapult and shoot marshmallows in the air. Ages 8-14. Please register.
Registration is now closed
Performance & Sing Along with Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Sing along with the Bayside Ukulele Club as they play familiar songs. Please register.
Registration is now closed
Read & Weed Storytime 
Tue, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Join us at the Stafford Branch in partnership with the Reynolds Family Foundation, for stories and songs and crafts inside and gardening outside. Ages 3 - 12. Drop-In.
Adult Craft Club
Tue, Jul 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Every month we make a new craft. All materials provided. Please register.
This event is full
Reading Buddies with Therapy Dogs
Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in the Children's Room and practice reading this summer with therapy dogs. For children in grades K-3.
Toddler Music and Movement Storytime
Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Listen to a story, move to music using scarves and eggs and make a rain stick with rice and tubes. Age 2. Please register
Huntington's Disease Support Group
Wed, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
This volunteer-led group is open to anyone with Huntington's Disease, as well as caregivers, family, or friends of someone with the disease or simply anyone interested in learning more. Drop-in.
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Thu, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Mah Jongg
Fri, Jul 18, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Storywalk® at the Stafford Branch - "Bugs from Head to Tail" by Stacey Roderick
Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Storywalk® at the Stafford Branch. Drop-In. Crafts while supplies last. Ages 3 - 12.
Support Group for Caregivers'
Mon, Jul 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Being a caregiver can be overwhelming. Learn how you can balance it all. Presented in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. To register call (609) 978-4728.
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Jul 21, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Read & Weed Storytime 
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Join us at the Stafford Branch in partnership with the Reynolds Family Foundation, for stories and songs and crafts inside and gardening outside. Ages 3 - 12. Drop-In.
Tween/Teen Tuesday: Stafford Branch - Christmas in July
Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Ages 9-17. EACH ATTENDEE MUST BE REGISTERED SEPARATELY. Space is Limited. Program runs 45 minutes. Join us in the meeting room and create some Christmas Crafts.
Reading Buddies with Therapy Dogs
Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in the Children's Room and practice reading this summer with therapy dogs. For children in grades K-3.
This event is full
Support Group for Caregivers'
Wed, Jul 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Being a caregiver can be overwhelming. Learn how you can balance it all. Presented in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. To register call (609) 978-4728.
STEM LEGO® Builders
Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
LEGO® building fun. Join in and use the LEGO® pieces from the Library and apply creativity and building skills while having fun! Ages 5-12. Please register.
Mindful Art Club
Thu, Jul 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Come spend a stress-free hour listening to chill music and making art. Materials are provided or bring your own projects and coloring tools. Meets the 4th Thursday of every month. Please register.
Mah Jongg
Fri, Jul 25, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
End of Coloring Contest for Tweens
Fri, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Last day to drop off Coloring Contest sheet at the Stafford Branch and enter the Art Contest. Must be returned by July 25 at 3 pm.
Tween/Teen Saturday Drop-In
Sat, Jul 26, All day
Ages 9 - 17. Drop-in to the Teen Zone and pick up your Tween/Teen activity sheets, fun facts, word games, coloring sheets or craft. While supplies last.
English Conversation Group
Sun, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
New to speaking English? Practice English conversation and talk about current events in a friendly, informal setting. This volunteer-led group meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday at 2 pm. Drop-in.
Ask a Master Gardener - Diagnostic Clinics
Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County will answer any gardening questions you may have. Located on the main library floor. Drop-in.
Documentary: Revival 69
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
This film documents the historic 1969 Toronto Rock and Roll Revival concert and culminates in John Lennon's first public performance without the Beatles (NR) 1hr 22 min Please register.
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Jul 28, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Read & Weed Storytime 
Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us at the Stafford Branch in partnership with the Reynolds Family Foundation, for stories and songs and crafts inside and gardening outside. Ages 3 - 12. Drop-In.
Creative Social Connections for Seniors
Tue, Jul 29, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
An afternoon of creating and socializing with your neighbors. Lunch will be provided by Bagels and Beyond. Potential allergens. Please register.
This event is full
Film Documentary: We Are All Plastic People Now - Followed by a Panel Discussion
Tue, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
This film investigates the hidden story of plastic and its effects on human health. A panel discussion with representatives of Oceana and Sustainable Jersey Stafford, follows the film. Please register
Whistler, The Impressionists, and A Duct-Taped Banana
Tue, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Professor Kate Ogden of Stockton University will talk about James McNeill Whistler and his French Impressionist colleagues. Presented by Pine Shores Art Association. Please register.
Reading Buddies with Therapy Dogs
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in the Children's Room and practice reading this summer with therapy dogs. For children in grades K-3.
This event is full
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Guess How Many Contest #3
Fri, Aug 01, All day
Guess How Many and win a prize!
Messy Art
Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Stafford Meeting Room
Listen to a story and paint. Dress for a mess. Ages 3-6. Please register.
Registration opens Friday, July 18 2025 at 10:00am
Mah Jongg
Fri, Aug 01, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Tween Art Contest Winners Announced
Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Join in the celebration of tween artwork contest, winners will be announced, and all participants will get a certificate.
Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
Mon, Aug 04, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Caring for an Alzheimer's patient can be overwhelming. Join us monthly to learn how you can balance it all. Presented in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. To register call (609) 978-4728.
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Aug 04, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Read & Weed Storytime
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Join us at the Stafford Branch in partnership with the Reynolds Family Foundation, for stories and songs and crafts inside and gardening outside. Ages 3 - 12. Drop-In.
Tween/Teen Tuesday: Stafford Branch - Summer 3D Pens
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Ages 9-17. EACH ATTENDEE MUST BE REGISTERED SEPARATELY. Space is Limited. Program runs 45 minutes. Join us in the meeting room and create some Christmas Crafts.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 22 2025 at 2:00pm
First Wednesday Book Club
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
This month the group will be discussing The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline. Contact the Branch if you would like to join.
Reading Buddies with Therapy Dogs
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in the Children's Room and practice reading this summer with therapy dogs. For children in grades K-3.
This event is full
Outrageous Reptiles with Jenkinson's Aquarium
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford 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.
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Parkinson Voice Project's SPEAK OUT!®
Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Program designed to improve communication skills for those with Parkinson's and other neurological disorders. Meets the 2nd Friday of the month. New members welcome, call (609) 488-2650 to register.
Mah Jongg
Fri, Aug 08, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
English Conversation Group
Sun, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
New to speaking English? Practice English conversation and talk about current events in a friendly, informal setting. This volunteer-led group meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday at 2 pm. Drop-in.
Ask a Master Gardener - Diagnostic Clinics
Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County will answer any gardening questions you may have. Located on the main library floor. Drop-in.
Storywalk® at the Stafford Branch Tomorrow's Lily
Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Storywalk® at the Stafford Branch with Tomorrow's Lily by Chris Raschka. Ages 3-12 and families. Drop-In.
Plant-astic Succulents & Cacti
Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stafford Meeting Room
Explore the definition of succulents, and their types and traits. Presented by Roberta Quinn certified Rutgers Master Gardener of Ocean County. Please register.  
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Aug 11, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Read & Weed Storytime
Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Join us at the Stafford Branch in partnership with the Reynolds Family Foundation, for stories and songs and crafts inside and gardening outside. Ages 3 - 12. Drop-In.
Chair Yoga
Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Stretch, learn poses and do simple breathing exercises. Led by a certified yoga instructor. Please wear comfortable shoes/clothes. You'll be required to sign a waiver. Please register.
Coloring for Adults with Special Needs
Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Spend the morning listening to music and coloring. Materials are provided but you may bring your own coloring projects and tools. Meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Please register.
Reading Buddies with Therapy Dogs
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in the Children's Room and practice reading this summer with therapy dogs. For children in grades K-3.
This event is full
STEM LEGO® Builders
Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
LEGO® building fun. Join in and use the LEGO® pieces from the Library and apply creativity and building skills while having fun! Ages 5-12. Please register.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 30 2025 at 4:00pm
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