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Friends meet and greet
2024-10-19 12:00:00 2024-10-19 14:00:00 America/New_York Friends meet and greet Meet the Friends of the Lacey Branch and celebrate their 50th anniversary with some light refreshments. Lacey Branch -

Saturday, October 19
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-19 12:00:00 2024-10-19 14:00:00 America/New_York Friends meet and greet Meet the Friends of the Lacey Branch and celebrate their 50th anniversary with some light refreshments. Lacey Branch -

Meet the Friends of the Lacey Branch and celebrate their 50th anniversary with some light refreshments.

Meet the Friends of the Lacey Branch and celebrate their 50th anniversary with some light refreshments. 

Potential allergens are present. Please contact the branch for more information.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

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Lacey Branch
Phone: (609) 693-8566
Hours
We're closed Friday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sat, Jul 05 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 Closed
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Upcoming Events

Sensory-Friendly Family Movie and Crafts - Dog Man (PG) 89 min.
Sat, Jul 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
For families
Stitch It Club
Mon, Jul 07, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Come knit, crochet, sew, or embroider with fellow stitch it members. Share leisurely conversation & tips. All skill levels are welcome.
Ron Albanese's Sunshine and Good Times Library Show!
Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Ron puts on a colorful, fun, and interactive show featuring music and comedy - everyone sings, dances, and laughs along! Ages 0-12 Please Register
Anime Afternoon - Age 12 - 18
Mon, Jul 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Join fellow anime fans for an afternoon of anime viewings, Japanese snack tasting, and discussions of all things anime. Potential allergens.
"Tie-Dye" Papermaking with Wild Jersey - For ages 8 - 12
Mon, Jul 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
We'll make colorful handmade paper by shredding and pulping used paper in every color of the rainbow. Please register each child separately.
This event is full
Sing and Sign with Cristen Gallin
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
For ages 1 - 5 with a caregiver.
This event is full
Fashion Design Around The World - Ages 12 - 18
Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Learn about different fashion cities, styles, and design cute outfits from around the world!
Meet the Mayor
Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us as the Lacey Branch hosts Meet the Mayor with Lacey Mayor Peter Curatolo. During this event you'll be able to ask questions directly to the Lacey Mayor in an informal setting.
Campfire Snacks & A Movie - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Get ready to cozy up with campfire snacks and a feature film! Potential Allergens.
Colorful Trails at Eno's Pond County Park
Wed, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:30am
The Ocean County Parks and Recreation Department leads a family nature walk tour at Eno's Pond County Park. Dress appropriately for weather. Insect repellant with DEET is recommended. Please register.
This event is full
Family Game Night
Wed, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Drop in for a fun, family experience with classic and new board games. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lacey Library.
Clay Creations - Ages 6 - 12
Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
We'll supply a block of air-dry clay and some sculpting tools and see what you create. Registration is required. Please "Dress for a Mess" or bring a smock.
This event is full
Let's Get Animated! For Neurodivergent Teens - Ages 12 - 18
Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Part social hour, part art time, all fun! Watch cartoons while getting creative. Program made possible by the Kearny Bank Foundation Grant. 
Summer Evening Film: Top Gun - Maverick
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Join us as we view the film "Top Gun: Maverick". Film rated PG-13 (131 min.)
Stories & STEM: Sticky Stuff - Ages 3 - 6 with a caregiver.
Fri, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
Tape, glue, slime, velcro...we'll investigate all things sticky with crafts and simple science activities. Registration is required.
This event is full
Tabletop Players - Ages 12 - 18
Fri, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Come play in a new summer-long adventure! Play as an animal friend on a calming pastoral adventure. Please note this is a 5 part series.
Registration is now closed
Saturday Movie and Craft
Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Enjoy viewing the 1970 film release of "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory." Run time 100 min (G).
Reading Buddies - Grades K - 3rd
Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
This event is full
Builders' Club for Adults with Special Challenges
Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Come join us for a creative experience, where participants can freely explore and build using the library's kits. Made possible by the Kearny Bank Foundation Grant. Please register for this event.
Reading Buddies - Grades K - 3rd
Mon, Jul 14, 11:15am - 11:45am
Lacey Meeting Room
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Oh My Yokai! Escape Room - Ages 12 - 18
Mon, Jul 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Yokai have invaded the library! Work together to catch these supernatural entities based in Japanese folklore in this part scavenger hunt, part escape room challenge.
Sensory Play and Indoor Obstacle Course - Ages 2 - 6 with a caregiver.
Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Explore a variety of sensory activities. For children ages 2 - 6 with a caregiver. Come any time between 10:30 and 12 pm. Please register, beginning on July 1st.
This event is full
Osteoporosis
Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Worried about the health of your bones? Join us as presenters from the Ocean County Health Department discuss what Osteoporosis is, the warning signs, and symptoms. Please register.
Campfire Snacks & A Movie - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Get ready to cozy up with campfire snacks and a feature film! Potential Allergens.
Glow Paint Party - Ages 5 - 12
Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
Glow with the flow at this blacklight paint party with Lil Monsters Art.
This event is full
From Scratch: Pasta Sauce - Teens & Adults
Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Learn about the history of pasta sauce and how to make it from scratch. Samples of pasta sauce will be provided to taste. Potential allergen.
Simple Sewing: Sock Monsters - Ages 9 - 12
Thu, Jul 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Design and create your own monster using colorful socks, felt, buttons and a few simple stitch techniques. Registration is required.
This event is full
Library Where You Are: Ancestry
Thu, Jul 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Learn how to use, search, and view our Ancestry Library Edition Database. Discover how this database can assist you with your genealogy research. Please register.
Mother Goose Time - For babies up to 18 months and their caregivers.
Fri, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Rhythm, rhyme, music and movement for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Please register.
The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
In honor of Disability Pride Month discover the Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development. Learn the history of this center and the work they do. Please register.
Bubbles and Chalk: Outdoor Messy Fun - For families.
Sat, Jul 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
Explore a variety of art and sensory activities using bubbles and chalk. Stop in between 10 and 11:30 am and be sure to dress for a mess! No registration required.
Reading Buddies - Grades K - 3rd
Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Registration opens Monday, July 7 2025 at 10:30am
Reading Buddies - Grades K - 3rd
Mon, Jul 21, 11:15am - 11:45am
Lacey Meeting Room
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Registration opens Monday, July 7 2025 at 11:15am
Lacey Book Discussion
Mon, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
This month's book discussion is "Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride. Contact Lacey Circulation for more information
Pajama Tales Family Storytime - Best for ages 3 - 7.
Mon, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Stories, rhymes, music and movement followed by a simple craft. Feel free to wear your coziest pajamas. Please register.
Registration opens Monday, July 7 2025 at 9:00am
Summer Toddler Tales - Ages 19 - 36 months with a caregiver.
Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Stories, rhymes, music and movement for ages 19 - 36 months with a caregiver. Please register.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 9:00am
Friends of the Lacey Library Meeting
Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Friends design and manage fundraising activities to support the Lacey Library. New members always welcome. Drop In.
Campfire Snacks & A Movie - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Get ready to cozy up with campfire snacks and a feature film! Potential Allergens.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 6:00pm
LEGO® Free Play
Wed, Jul 23, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
We'll supply the LEGO® and you supply imagination.  Display your creations for everyone to admire. Best for ages 5 - 12.  No registration required.
Vocational Paths - Teen and Adults with Special Challenges
Thu, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
In honor of Disability Pride Month, Venus Majeski from the NJ Institute for Disabilities will share resources for finding the career path that suits your needs and interests. Please register
Paws for Reading
Thu, Jul 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Practice reading in the company of gentle therapy dogs. Please register.
Registration opens Thursday, July 10 2025 at 9:00am
Chair Yoga with Linda Higley: Summer Evening Series
Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxing evening session of chair yoga led by certified yoga instructor, Linda Higley. A waiver form must be signed before the start of the program to participate.
Registration opens Thursday, July 10 2025 at 9:00am
Book Talk and Craft for Adults with Special Challenges
Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Come join us to read and discuss a book celebrating America's Founding and make a related craft. Made possible by the Kearny Bank Foundation Grant. Please register for this event.
Registration opens Friday, July 11 2025 at 9:00am
Tabletop Players - Ages 12 - 18
Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Come play in a new summer-long adventure! Play as an animal friend on a calming pastoral adventure. Please note this is a 5 part series.
Registration is now closed
Recycled Book Chandeliers - Ages 7 - 12
Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
With a few simple folds we'll transform recycled books into hanging sculptures. Please register.
Registration opens Friday, July 11 2025 at 9:00am
Reading Buddies - Grades K - 3rd
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Registration opens Monday, July 14 2025 at 10:30am
Reading Buddies - Grades K - 3rd
Mon, Jul 28, 11:15am - 11:45am
Lacey Meeting Room
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Registration opens Monday, July 14 2025 at 11:15am
Story Explorer: Knight Owl - Ages 3 - 6 with a caregiver.
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
We'll share Knight Owl by Christopher Denise and explore a variety of crafts and activities to extend our reading experience. Please register.
Registration opens Monday, July 14 2025 at 9:00am
NJ Snake Man Presents Tropical Birds - Live Animal Show
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
For ages 5 - 12. Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Mother Goose Time - For babies up to 18 months and their caregivers.
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Rhythm, rhyme, music and movement for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Please register.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 9:00am
How to Use Music Therapy - Techniques to Navigate Everyday Challenges
Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Learn the ways of how music therapy can help to relieve stress in your life. Program presented by Music Therapist Zach Alfred Levow from Holisticare Hospice. Please register.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 9 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Dance - For ages 19 - 36 months with a caregiver.
Thu, Jul 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Music, movement and parachute activities for ages 19 - 36 months with a caregiver. Please register.
Registration opens Thursday, July 17 2025 at 9:00am
Stitch It Club
Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Come knit, crochet, sew, or embroider with fellow stitch it members. Share leisurely conversation & tips. All skill levels are welcome.
Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease - An Overview
Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
Worried about your brain health? Join us as presenters from the Ocean County Health Department discuss the signs and symptoms of memory loss. Please register.
Registration opens Friday, July 11 2025 at 9:00am
Worm Art with Amelia Valente of Ocean County 4-H - For ages 6 - 12
Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Registration is required. Please register each child separately.
Registration opens Friday, July 18 2025 at 9:00am
Saturday Movie and Craft
Sat, Aug 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Enjoy viewing the 1980 film release of Back to the Future and complete an accompanying craft.
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