Jackson Afternoon Book Group

Spring Craft Drop-In - Ages 12-18

Sat, May 02, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Drop into the Teen Zone to create a spring inspired craft to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. This program is sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.

Sun, May 03, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, May 04, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Makerspace

Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Tuesday Muse Book Discussion

Tue, May 05, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Digital Literacy

Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Jackson Meeting Room

Tech for Better Health: Tools, Skills, and Safety

Messy Art - Ages 2-5

Tue, May 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Storytime Room

Station based art play. Dress for a mess. Please Register.

This event is full

Tue, May 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Jackson Quiet Study Room

Title: The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store

Teen Movie Night - Where the Wild Things Are (PG) - Ages 12-18

Tue, May 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Take the night off to go on an adventure with Max as he escapes to an island where he meets mysterious and strange creatures. Join us to watch Where the Wild Things Are (PG) - 1 hour 41 minutes.

Jackson Writers' Group

Tue, May 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Jackson Quiet Study Room

Bring your work, any genre.

Cinco De Mayo Drop-In Craft - All Ages

Wed, May 06, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Come make some Cinco de Mayo themed crafts in the Children's Section. No Registration required.

Cancelled

Wed, May 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.

Tween Homeschool Makers - Ages 8 - 12

Thu, May 07, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Storytime Room

Come learn something new. Ages 8 - 12. REGISTRATION REQUIRED

This event is full

Adults with Special Challenges: Sensory Fun with Fossils - Presented by Edelman Fossil Park

Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Come see & touch real fossils!

This event is full

Adults & Teens With Special Challenges Karaoke

Fri, May 08, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jackson Meeting Room

Come Sing With Us!

Sat, May 09, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sun, May 10, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mother's Day Storytime - Ages 3-5

Mon, May 11, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Storytime Room

Join us for stories, songs, and a craft perfect for children ages 3-5 years. Registration Required

Adults with Special Challenges Craft

Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jackson Quiet Study Room,Sensory Space

Come craft with us!

Paper Mosaics with Jenny

Mon, May 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Join us for this hands-on workshop, where participants will explore the art of mosaic through references from antiquity.

Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Makerspace

Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Jackson Afternoon Book Discussion Group

Tue, May 12, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sensory Play - Ages 2-5

Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Storytime Room

Explore your senses with fun station-based play. Please register.

This event is full

Tue, May 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Title: The Caretakers

Paws for Reading: Molly McMuffin - Ages 6-12

Wed, May 13, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

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!

Let Them Eat Cake-Cake Decorating Demonstration

Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

A 50-serving cake with fresh fruit will be decorated by Mayra Garcia patrons to enjoy following the program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Jackson Library

Wed, May 13, 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.

Rollin' Down the Bayou Drop-In Craft - All Ages

Thu, May 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Join us in the Children's department to learn all about the flora and fauna of the bayou and wetlands biome in this fun, DIY themed craft!

Chair Yoga

Thu, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Join yoga instructor Belle Burns for an hour long gentle and beginner Friendly Chair yoga practice.

Fri, May 15, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mindfulness Meditation: Mind Like Sky

Sat, May 16, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jackson Meeting Room

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.

Sun, May 17, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, May 18, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Financial Literacy Basics and More

Mon, May 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Makerspace

Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Babytime - 0 - 18 months

Mon, May 18, 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

Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Join volunteers from the OceanFirst Foundation for an interactive presentation on financial literacy skills?banking basics, budgeting, and more.

Explore the Jewish Museum & U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum - An Armchair Travel Tour

Tue, May 19, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, May 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Learn about Jewish culture, art, history, and more from the comfort of your local library.

Jackson Writers' Group

Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Jackson Quiet Study Room

Bring your work, any genre.

Little Chef: Candy Sushi - Ages 6-12

Wed, May 20, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Makerspace

Come and make Candy Sushi with us in the Makerspace!

This event is full

Wed, May 20, 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.

Ocean County Health Department - Information Table

Thu, May 21, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Meet with representatives from the Ocean County Health Department.

Dental Storytime - Ages 18m-5 years

Thu, May 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Storytime Room

What does a marching band member use to brush her teeth?....... A tuba toothpaste! Presented by Ocean Pediatric Dental. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Please register.

Sensory Friendly Movie

Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Sensory Space

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie!

Street Eats - Korean Gilgeori Toast

Fri, May 22, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Fri, May 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Makerspace

Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a cooking demonstration of Korean gilgeori toast.

This event is full

Maker Building Drop-in - All Ages

Sat, May 23, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, May 23, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Join us in the Children's Department for some building fun.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Tue, May 26, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours through our Teen Advisory Board (TAB).

Adults with Special Challenges : Explore your 5 Senses

Wed, May 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sensory Space

Come explore your sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch!

This event is full

Wed, May 27, 11:45am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, May 27, 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.

Thu, May 28, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Fri, May 29, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, May 30, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sun, May 31, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Jun 01, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.