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Tuesday Muse Book Discussion

Book Title: The Boys

Book Title: The Boys by Ron Howard

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion |

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Jackson Branch
Phone: (732) 928-4400
Hours
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Mon, Jun 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 26 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 28 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming Events

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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Rescheduled
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Thursday, June 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join yoga instructor Belle Burns for an hour long gentle and beginner Friendly Chair yoga practice.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Fri, Jun 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Jun 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Sat, Jun 27, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Jun 27, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Jun 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Sun, Jun 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Mon, Jun 29, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Community Crafters
Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.  
Summer Kick off Party! - All Ages
Mon, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come Kick off the Summer with building toys, crafts and more in the Children's Section! No Registration required!
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Tue, Jun 30, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Rescheduled
Sensory Space Tactile Exploration - Ages 2-5
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Tuesday, June 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in the Sensory Space as we explore different textures in a calm relaxing setting! Pease Register!
Sensory Space Tactile Exploration - Ages 2-5
Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sensory Space
Join us in the Sensory Space as we explore different textures in a calm relaxing setting! Pease Register!
This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Jul 01, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Sensory Play - Ages 2-5
Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Explore your senses with fun-station-based play. Please register.
This event is full
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English Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Jul 02, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Little Chef: Dino Edition - Ages 8-12
Thu, Jul 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace
Come to the Makerspace and make your very own delicious dinosaur dessert volcano! Please register. Please inquire for potential allergens.
This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Jul 06, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Community Crafters
Mon, Jul 06, 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, Jul 07, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Disability Pride Month Craft - Ages 6-12
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Create a DIY craft in celebration of Disability Pride Month. Please register.
Summer Pet Health - with Furry Friends Mobile Vet Clinic
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
Join Furry Friends Mobile Vet Clinic to learn about how to keep our furry friends happy and healthy during the hot weather!
Tuesday Muse Book Discussion
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Title: The Bullet That Missed
Find a Fossil with WILDJersey - Ages 12-18
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room
Be a paleontologist for a day as we excavate real fossils from a mock rock! Program is sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month with Author Jen Malia
Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
In honor of Disability Pride Month, join us for an Author's Visit with Jen Malia, autistic author of Too Sticky! Sensory Issues with Autism. Q&A session to follow. Please register.
Jackson Writers' Group
Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Jul 08, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Ocean County Health Department - Information Table
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meet with representatives from the Ocean County Health Department.
Discover the Hidden Story of the New Jersey Pinelands
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Discover the hidden story of the New Jersey Pinelands and why its sandy, nutrient-poor soil is one of the most unique ecosystems in the world.
Paws for Reading: Molly McMuffin - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Practice your reading skills in the company of gentle therapy dogs. Four 15 minute time slots available. Please call the Jackson Branch Children's line 732-928-4400 ext. 3809 to inquire availability!
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English Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Move & Do - Ages 0-2
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Meet, socialize, and play with toys in the Children's Department. Please register.
Stuffed Dinosaur Making Party - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us for a dinosaur stuffed animal making party with Debby Pease!
Watercolor Affirmations
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Lindsey Jonin of Abstract and Aligned will lead a relaxing art workshop. Participants will learn about the power of self-talk and turn affirmations into watercolor art. Registration Required.
This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Jul 10, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Saturday Morning Cartoons in the Sensory Space
Sat, Jul 11, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Sensory Space
Join us for Saturday Morning Cartoons!
Maker Building Drop-in - All Ages
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join us in the Children's Department for some building fun.
Mindfulness Meditation
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
Learn mindfulness tools to navigate difficult experiences with wisdom and compassion.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Patriotic T-Shirts with Saige Boetius - Ages 6-12 (Registration opens 6/11 and closes 6/27)
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room,Makerspace
Make a Patriotic T-shirt with Saige Boetis! Please list child's age and shirt size. Ages 6-12. Please Register by June 27th!
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Jul 12, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Community Crafters
Mon, Jul 13, 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, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room,Sensory Space
Come craft with us!
DIY Ice Cream - Ages 8-12
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Join us in the library to make your own delicious DIY ice cream! Please register. Please inquire for potential allergens.
This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Jul 13, 11:45am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Watercolor Painting with Westwood & Quinn: A Beach Sunset
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Want to learn how to paint using watercolor techniques? Come take part in this beginner friendly workshop.
This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Jul 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Afternoon Book Discussion Group
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room
Title: Sooley
Make a Dinosaur Terrarium - Ages 6-12
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join Lovely Roots Plant Shop to make a dinosaur themed terrarium featuring real plants. Ages 6-12. Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 30 2026 at 2:00pm
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Micronations Information Sessions - Ages 12-18
Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ever wished that you could create your own country? Now you can!
Ben Franklin & Betsy Ross: Founding Father, Founding Mother
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Portrayed by Rob Devitis and Alisa Dupuy, Dr. Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross will regale us with stories of their lives during the American Revolution!
Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
This event is full
Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
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Teen Mario Kart Tournament in the Sensory Space
Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Come game with us!
Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Be A Magician Class - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Learn magic tricks to impress your friends in this Magician workshop! Presented by Premier Picnics and Parties. Ages 6-12. Please register.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 2:00pm
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English Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Adults with Developmental Disabilities:Unearth the Story - Join us for a Storytime & Planting Activity!
Thu, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room,Sensory Space
Come join us to listen to some stories about plants and seeds, then you can plant your very own seeds!
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Jul 16, 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Fizzy Dino Eggs - Ages 6-12
Thu, Jul 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room
Come make Fizzy Dino eggs in a fun science experiment! Ages 6-12. Registration Required.
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 2:30pm
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Silly Dinosaur Clay Figure Workshop - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Like clay? Like dinosaurs - especially silly looking ones? Join us to make your own!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join yoga instructor Belle Burns for an hour long gentle and beginner Friendly Chair yoga practice.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Jul 17, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
World Cup Drop-In Crafts - All Ages
Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join us for a World Cup-inspired drop-in craft and make something worthy of game day fun! No Registration Required.
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Adults with Special Challenges Karaoke
Fri, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Come sing with us!
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Jul 18, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Jul 19, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Jul 20, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Kidventures: Games - Ages 6-12
Mon, Jul 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Come enjoy games in a program run by our Teen Volunteers! Ages 6-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, July 6 2026 at 2:30pm
Community Crafters
Mon, Jul 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.
Baby & Me (0-18mo.)
Tue, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sensory Space
Come to Baby & Me in the Sensory Space
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Jul 21, 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
National Bison Month Drop-In Crafts - All Ages
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stop by the library for a wild and wonderful National Bison Month craft! No registration required.
Jackson Writers' Group
Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Jul 22, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Reading Buddies
Wed, Jul 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.
Kidventures: Crafts - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Come make crafts in a program run by our Teen Volunteers! Ages 6-12. Registration required.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 8 2026 at 2:30pm
Cancelled
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Jul 23, 11:45am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Jul 24, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Jul 25, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Maker Drop-in Building: Keva Planks - All Ages
Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join us in the Children's Department for some building fun.
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