Baby & Me

Fri, Jul 17, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

World Cup Celebration

Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins July 3rd. Register each child individually. Celebrate the World Cup with a finger soccer tournament and craft. Ages 6 - 12.

Registration is now closed

Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Watercolor Affirmations

Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Green 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.

Sat, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Snipping, Sticking & Laughing Out Loud: Collage - Artwork by Michelle Dillon

Sun, Jul 19, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Jul 20, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy collage artwork by Michelle Dillon in our McConnell Gallery.

Mon, Jul 20, All day

Gallery Spaces - Second Floor

Come enjoy seawater-infused artwork by Alexander Taylor (Coastal Luck) in our second floor gallery.

Mon, Jul 20, All day

Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!

Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Jul 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

This event is full

One Piece Day Craft

Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Celebrating 25 Years of One Piece!

The Liberty Tree: Early American Music Performance

Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Jul 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

Join Charlie Zahm & fiddler, Tad Marks, to celebrate America's 250th!

Paint Class with Lil' Monsters Art

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Mancini Hall

Celebrate summer with a guided canvas paint class with artist and art teacher Jamie Jarka of Lil Monsters Art. Ages 7-12. Registration is required.

This event is full

Tue, Jul 21, 11:00am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Bugs on the Go with Insectropolis

Tue, Jul 21, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bishop (upstairs)

Join us as we learn about bugs. Insectropolis will have a variety of live critters and pinned specimens.

This event is full

Knitting 101

Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Learn beginner friendly knitting skills through hands on & guided instruction.

This event is full

Drop-In Disability Pride Month Coloring - Runs all month

Wed, Jul 22, All day

Drop-in anytime in July to color a Disability Pride Bookmark near the Sensory Space.

Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Light Up Cards (Paper Circuits)

Wed, Jul 22, 11:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 7/8. Learn about circuits and make a light up card using a simple paper circuit. Ages 8 - 12.

This event is full

Wed, Jul 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Book Bundles to Go

Thu, Jul 23, 9:00am - 10:00am

YS Living Room/YS Area

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books from the children's department and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Thu, Jul 23, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Family Storytime

Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; opens July 9th .Please register each child individually. Hear some stories and make a fun craft as a family. Ages 0-6.

This event is full

Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Green Room

Practice your English while school is out for the summer!

Thu, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

International Cookie Tasting for Teens & Tweens

Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device. Please register.

This event is full

Rescheduled

Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Friday, July 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Taste and rank cookies from around the world!

Patchwork Flag Slow Stich - Rev 250 Craft

Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Green Room

Come stich a patchwork flag using patriotic fabric and beads in this class for our Revolution 250 celebration! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River.

This event is full

Thu, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device. Please register.

This event is full

Sparks's Super Smash Bros Battles

Fri, Jul 24, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Toddler Storytime

Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 7/10. Please register each child's name individually. Join us for stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 2 - 3.

This event is full

Fri, Jul 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

International Cookie Tasting for Teens & Tweens

Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bishop (upstairs)

Taste and rank cookies from around the world!

This event is full

Sparks's Super Smash Bros Battles

Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Drop-In Under the Sea Craft

Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Drop in and make an under-the-sea craft. No registration required. Ages 5-12.

Drop-In Video Games for Kids

Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sat, Jul 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Play video games and make some new friends. Ages 4 - 12. No registration required.

Snipping, Sticking & Laughing Out Loud: Collage - Artwork by Michelle Dillon

Sun, Jul 26, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Jul 27, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy collage artwork by Michelle Dillon in our McConnell Gallery.

Mon, Jul 27, All day

Gallery Spaces - Second Floor

Come enjoy seawater-infused artwork by Alexander Taylor (Coastal Luck) in our second floor gallery.

Mon, Jul 27, All day

Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!

Waddlers Storytime

Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 7/13. Please register each child's name individually. Join us for stories, songs, and some playtime. Ages 12 - 23 months.

Mon, Jul 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Jul 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

This event is full

Mon, Jul 27, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Beginner Cricut Class

Mon, Jul 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come Make Something With Us!

This event is full

Room to Swing an Ax

Mon, Jul 27, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Mancini Hall

Writer/performer Alex Dawson and folk singer Arlan Feiles perform spoken word and ballads to tell us the tales of a flinty magical life on a haunted horse farm in rural Alabama. Please Register.

The Sky Tonight - Planetarium Show - For Teens & Tweens

Tue, Jul 28, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Jul 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for an unforgettable day of stargazing from the comfort of the Library.

Sparks' Super Smash Bros Battles

Tue, Jul 28, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Find a Fossil

Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration opens July 14, please register each child individually. Be a paleontologist for a day as we excavate real fossils from a mock rock with Wild NJ. Ages 7-12.

This event is full

Drop-In Disability Pride Month Coloring - Runs all month

Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Vinyl Record Nights

Tue, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Come unwind and listen to curated vinyl records.

Knitting 101

Tue, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Learn beginner friendly knitting skills through hands on & guided instruction.

This event is full

Wed, Jul 29, All day

Drop-in anytime in July to color a Disability Pride Bookmark near the Sensory Space.

Toddler Play

Wed, Jul 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins July 15. Please register each child individually. Join us in the Discovery Room for playtime, coloring, and more! Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.

Rescheduled

Wed, Jul 29, 11:00am - 4:00pm

New date Wednesday, July 29, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

What Will Create Today?

Wed, Jul 29, 12:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Wed, Jul 29, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

Trevor's Banned Book Club - Trevor's Banned Book Club

Wed, Jul 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

Wed, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Trevor's Banned Book Club believes reading is fundamental and knowledge is power. Gather to read and discuss books that have been subject to bans across the country.

Thu, Jul 30, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Spider-Man Craft

Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Discovery Room

Please register each child individually. Registration begins July 16. Make a fun Spider-Man craft! Ages 6 - 12.

Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Walk 4 Memory

Thu, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mancini Hall

Walk 4 Memory is a multi-sensory, indoor walking based, FUN and Easy to Follow, movement to music program designed to improve body and brain fitness.

Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teen Zone

Practice your English while school is out for the summer!

Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Fri, Jul 31, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Baby Art & Play

Fri, Jul 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room,YS Living Room/YS Area

Registration required, begins 7/17. Please register each child's name individually. Visit the library for fun baby art and playtime. Dress for a mess. Ages 6 - 23 months with a caregiver.

Fri, Jul 31, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Fri, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Snipping, Sticking & Laughing Out Loud: Collage - Artwork by Michelle Dillon

Sun, Aug 02, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch. Due to the high demand, there is a limit of 15 minutes in the Space on Sundays. Availability is first come, first serve.

Mon, Aug 03, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy collage artwork by Michelle Dillon in our McConnell Gallery.

Mon, Aug 03, All day

Gallery Spaces - Second Floor

Come enjoy seawater-infused artwork by Alexander Taylor (Coastal Luck) in our second floor gallery.

Mon, Aug 03, All day

Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!

Camping Storytime

Mon, Aug 03, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 7/20. Please register each child individually. Enjoy camping-themed stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 3 - 5.

Registration opens Monday, July 20 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, Aug 03, 10:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Hip-Hop 101 for Teens

Mon, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mancini Hall

Teens are invited to take an introductory hip-hop dance class with Samantha of Saucy Studios. During the class, you'll learn the fundamentals and the steps to a hip-hop dance routine.

Wild Exotics Animal Refuge

Mon, Aug 03, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Aug 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mancini Hall

Come meet the rescued animals of Wild Exotics Animal Refuge. Spark your compassion while learning the stories of your new four-legged and furry friends.

This event is full

Drop-In Video Games for Kids

Mon, Aug 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Play video games and make some new friends. Ages 4 - 12. No registration required.

Beginner Crocheting Class

Mon, Aug 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Once You Get Started, You'll Be Hooked!

This event is full

Launch Your Career In Healthcare

Mon, Aug 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Do you want to obtain a good job in the healthcare industry?

Tue, Aug 04, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Aug 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Tue, Aug 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Tue, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device. Please register.

This event is full

Movie Program: Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse

Tue, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Mancini Hall

Come along with Miles Morales on an amazing adventure! Teens & tweens are invited to watch "Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse"! Rated PG Ages 10 - 18. Potential Allergens

Ocean County Health Department: Handwashing

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins July 21. Please register each child individually. Listen to a presentation by OCHD, followed by fun activities to learn about germs and washing your hands! Ages 5-10.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 21 2026 at 9:00am

De-Stress with Dogs for Teens & Tweens

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device. Please register.

This event is full

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teen Zone

Drop in and de-stress with therapy dogs. You can talk to the dogs about your troubles, relax, play, and hang out with the visiting furry friends.

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Tue, Aug 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Game Night for Adults

Tue, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Come play video games at the library and make new friends.

Draw and Discover: Charcoal for Non-Artists

Tue, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

STEM Builders Drop-In

Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 2:00pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Drop in and explore building at stations around the children's department. No registration required. Ages 5-12.

Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Green Room

Join art coach, Jenny Santa Maria from Flame Tip Studio, for this beginner charcoal class.

Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Paint a Summer Tote Bag

Wed, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 7/22. Please register each child individually. Paint a tote bag for the beach and other summer adventures. Ages 8 -12.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 22 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Aug 06, 9:30am - 11:30am

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

YS Living Room/YS Area

Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

This event is full

Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Green Room

Practice your English while school is out for the summer!

Drop-in Lacing: Coin Purses

Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Stop by the Discovery Room to practice lacing and create a foam coin purse. Ages 5-12.

Rescheduled

Thu, Aug 06, 10:30pm - 11:30pm

New date Thursday, August 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

Sensory Space Storytime

Fri, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sensory Space

Registration required; begins July 24. Please register each child individually. Enjoy stories and songs while engaging your little one's senses in our calming Sensory Space. Ages 3-5.

Registration opens Friday, July 24 2026 at 9:00am

Drop-In Under the Sea Craft

Fri, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Book Bundles to Go

Sat, Aug 08, 9:00am - 10:00am

YS Living Room/YS Area

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books from the children's department and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Drop in and make an under-the-sea craft. No registration required. Ages 5-12.

Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Snipping, Sticking & Laughing Out Loud: Collage - Artwork by Michelle Dillon

Sun, Aug 09, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch. Due to the high demand, there is a limit of 15 minutes in the Space on Sundays. Availability is first come, first serve.

Mon, Aug 10, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy collage artwork by Michelle Dillon in our McConnell Gallery.

Mon, Aug 10, All day

Gallery Spaces - Second Floor

Come enjoy seawater-infused artwork by Alexander Taylor (Coastal Luck) in our second floor gallery.

Mon, Aug 10, All day

Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!

Mon, Aug 10, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

The Amazing Eskies

Mon, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Mancini Hall

Join us for a fun, interactive show of tricks by American Eskimo Dog team, The Amazing Eskies! Ages 6-18.

Dino Slime

Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Just In "Slime" For the Summer...

This event is full

Ceramic Dinosaur Painting

Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Aug 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

Please register each child individually. Registration begins July 27. Hang out and paint a ceramic figure. Ages 8 - 12.

Registration opens Monday, July 27 2026 at 9:00am

Demystifying the Home Buyer Process

Mon, Aug 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

What you need to know before you buy.

It's Fun to Be One Storytime

Tue, Aug 11, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins July 28. Please register each child individually. Grow little one's love for the library with stories, songs, playtime, and more. Ages 12-23 months with a caregiver.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 28 2026 at 9:00am

Craft with Pride - Make a Rock Cactus

Tue, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Dinosaurs! With Dinoman

Tue, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mancini Hall

Dinosaur tracks lead right to your library! Have no fear, Dinoman is here! Ages 5-12. Registration is required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 28 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Join us for some monthly crafts and conversations in the Maker Space. This program is for those who identify as LGBTQIA+ and their allies. All are welcome. Please Register.

Evening Book Discussion

Tue, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Green Room

This month the selection is The Exiles, by Christina Baker Kline. Please register for this discussion.

Learning Letters Drop-In

Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 4:00pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Visit stations around the children's room to have fun building literacy skills. No registration required. Ages 2-6.

Coloring for Adults with Developmental Disabilities - Make your own coloring book!

Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Join us to celebrate National Coloring Book Day by making your own coloring book.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 22 2026 at 9:00am

Will it Sink or Float? Cardboard Boats - Come create a cardboard boat! Will it sink or float?

Wed, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Will your cardboard boat float?

Will it Sink or Float? Cardboard Boats - Come create a cardboard boat! Will it sink or float?

Wed, Aug 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Will your cardboard boat float?

Will it Sink or Float? Cardboard Boats - Come create a cardboard boat! Will it sink or float?

Wed, Aug 12, 12:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Will your cardboard boat float?

Will it Sink or Float? Cardboard Boats - Come create a cardboard boat! Will it sink or float?

Wed, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Will your cardboard boat float?

Thu, Aug 13, 9:30am - 11:30am

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Baby & Me

Thu, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 7/30. Please register each child individually. Visit the library for an interactive program for you and your baby. For babies up to 12 months with a caregiver.

Registration opens Thursday, July 30 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

YS Living Room/YS Area

Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

This event is full

Thu, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Green Room

Practice your English while school is out for the summer!

Thu, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Fri, Aug 14, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Genealogy 101

Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

An introductory Genealogy session.

Paw Patrol Party

Fri, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Please register each child individually. Registration begins July 31. Celebrate Paw Patrol with a party. Ages 2 - 6.

Registration opens Friday, July 31 2026 at 9:00am

Blackout Poetry

Fri, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Green Room

Come join us and create blackout poetry to express your creativity and make something beautiful. All materials supplied. Please register.

Registration opens Friday, July 17 2026 at 2:00pm

Coloring and Cartoons in the Sensory Space

Fri, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Gentle Yoga with Belle

Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Bishop (upstairs)

Namaste!

Sat, Aug 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch for coloring and cartoons.

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.