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Exploration Stations

Autism Awareness Library Walkthrough
2025-04-24 13:00:00 2025-04-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Exploration Stations Drop in between 1pm - 3pm to explore, learn, and engage with activities designed to build understanding and celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Registration is appreciated but not required. Little Egg Harbor Branch - Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room, Living Room Area, Teen Zone, YS Area

Thursday, April 24
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-24 13:00:00 2025-04-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Exploration Stations Drop in between 1pm - 3pm to explore, learn, and engage with activities designed to build understanding and celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Registration is appreciated but not required. Little Egg Harbor Branch - Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room, Living Room Area, Teen Zone, YS Area

Little Egg Harbor Branch

Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room, Living Room Area, Teen Zone, YS Area

Drop in between 1pm - 3pm to explore, learn, and engage with activities designed to build understanding and celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Registration is appreciated but not required.

What to expect:

  • Autism Awareness Stations: Learn surprising facts and bust myths about autism through hands-on displays.
  • Sensory Exploration: Experience the world through different senses with activities like tactile bins and calming stations. Feel the textures, hear the sounds, and understand the sensory needs of others.
  • Inspiring Stories: Meet some incredible neurodiverse individuals like Temple Grandin and Greta Thunberg through interactive displays that highlight their achievements and impact.
  • Interactive Fun: From sensory-friendly activities to creative crafts, you'll have plenty of chances to explore and celebrate how everyone’s brain is unique.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | Seniors | Kids | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime & Early Learning | Lectures & Discussion | DIY/Craft | Diversability | Cultural Heritage & Celebrations |

TAGS: | Diversity | AutismResources |

Little Egg Harbor Branch
Phone: (609) 294-1197
Hours
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Mon, Oct 13 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Oct 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 17 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 18 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 19 Closed
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LGBTQ+ History Trivia
Tue, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Join us at this fun program as we test your knowledge about LGBTQ+ history makers.
Chinese Calligraphy - For Ages 6 - 13
Tue, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Learn the art of Chinese calligraphy. Attendees (Ages 6-13) will get to create their own calligraphy pieces. Please register youth attendees only, not accompanying adults.
Messy Time - Best for those who waddle and crawl
Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Explore safe textures, colors & sensory play. Enhance motor skills & bonding through creative mess and learning through joyful chaos.
This event is full
Mah Jongg at the Library
Wed, Oct 15, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Please bring your current year gaming cards and game sets.
Irish Folktales
Thu, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Join us as Richard Dutton discusses modern Irish folktales and their many connections with centuries-old Irish customs, observances and traditions.
Teen Movie Night - for Teens and Tweens
Thu, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Join us for an evening movie just for teens. Bring your own blankets and make yourself cozy. Popcorn will be provided. This program is intended for Teens and Tweens.
Adult Gaming - Canasta
Fri, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room A
Join in some friendly competition playing the classic card game Canasta. Please register.
Tween Art Club
Fri, Oct 17, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room B
Ages 9 -12.
Knitting at the Library
Mon, Oct 20, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Join us for knitting at the Library. Relax and chat with other yarn enthusiasts, work on your knit or crochet projects, and swap patterns.
Lego® Club
Mon, Oct 20, 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Get ready to build. LEGO® bricks will be provided during the program, please do not bring your own bricks. Best for ages 5 - 12.
Pokemon Club - For grades 2 - 6
Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room B
Each session may include drawing activities, trivia, and more! For grades 2 - 6
Marvelous Sleuths
Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room A
Join us for our mystery book discussion group! Call the Branch for this month's title 609-294-1197. New members welcome!
Mah Jongg at the Library
Wed, Oct 22, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Please bring your current year gaming cards and game sets.
Call of Cthulhu for Teens - for Teens and Tweens
Thu, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Teen Zone
Join players on a short, but fun beginner friendly adventure in the world of Call of Cthulhu!
Sensory Friendly: Halloween Parade & Scavenger Hunt - Parade for ages 0 - 12 & Scavenger Hunt best for ages 5 - 12
Tue, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Living Room Area
Scavenger Hunt begins at 6:30pm followed by the all abilities parade at 7pm Parade for ages 0 - 12 & Scavenger Hunt best for ages 5 - 12
All Abilities: Halloween Parade & Scavenger Hunt - Parade for ages 0 - 12 & Scavenger Hunt best for ages 5 - 12
Tue, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Trick-or-Treat through the Library (6:30pm start time) followed by a scavenger hunt right after the parade! Parade for ages 0 - 12 & Scavenger Hunt best for ages 5 - 12
Teen Volunteer Hours
Sat, Nov 01, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Zone
Earn community service hours. Learn about the Library. Ages 12 - 18.
Knitting at the Library
Mon, Nov 03, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Living Room Area
Join us for knitting at the Library. Relax and chat with other yarn enthusiasts, work on your knit or crochet projects, and swap patterns.
DIY Walking Sticks - for Children, Tweens, and Teens
Tue, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Decorate your own walking stick to take home with provided supplies. Use it for all your nature walks this fall. This program is intended for Children, Tweens, and Teens
Nature Walk at Freedom Fields - for Children, Tweens, and Teens
Wed, Nov 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us at Ocean County Freedom Fields for a short nature walk.
Mah Jongg at the Library
Wed, Nov 05, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Please bring your current year gaming cards and game sets.
Nature Walk at Freedom Fields - for Children, Tweens, and Teens
Wed, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us at Ocean County Freedom Fields for a short nature walk.
Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch Meeting
Wed, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
The Friends design and manage fundraising activities to support the Library. New members are welcome.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours through our Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
Flower Pounding for Ages 8 - 17 - Aquaculture Agriculture with OC 4-H
Fri, Nov 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Dive into the world of farming in water! In this hands-on program, participants will learn about seagrass habitats, examine clams, and create a unique plant-pounding bookmark to take home. Ages 8 - 17
Saturday Movie Matinee - To Be of Service
Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
This documentary follows veterans suffering from PTSD, who are paired with service dogs to help them heal and restore their independence when traditional treatments fall short.
Messy Time - Best for those who waddle and crawl
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:45am
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Explore safe textures, colors & sensory play. Enhance motor skills & bonding through creative mess and learning through joyful chaos.
This event is full
Mah Jongg at the Library
Wed, Nov 12, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Please bring your current year gaming cards and game sets.
Blending Fun With Amy - Fall Soups
Thu, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and educational program about how to make Fall soups with your blender. Potential Allergen. Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch.
This event is full
TAB: Teens-giving Pot Luck - for Teens
Thu, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Little Egg Harbor Meeting Room
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) invites teens to bring their gratitude and a side dish to share. Enjoy a night of food and friendship. This program is intended for ages 12-17.
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