Sparks's Lab Open Hours

Book Talk & Craft for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Preschool Storytime

Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins April 29. Please register each child individually. Visit the library to develop preliteracy skills with stories, songs, movement, & more. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Wed, May 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Join us for a fun and informative book talk and craft in honor of Memorial Day.

This event is full

Rescheduled

Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 4:00pm

New date Wednesday, May 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

What Will You Create Today?

Wed, May 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Wed, May 13, 12:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Wed, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours through our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Meet us in the Teen Zone to Participate in our school year volunteer program!

Cancelled

Adult Crocheting Club

Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:40pm

B.Y.O.C.P! Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

LEAP Class Advanced

Thu, May 14, 9:30am - 11:30am

Home Town Dairy

The Library Equal Access Program (LEAP) provides free training in the use of assistive technology on the iPad or iPhone. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course.

De-Stress with Dogs for Teens

Thu, May 14, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Perler Bead Buddies

Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make and Take Home a Perler Bead Buddy!

Thu, May 14, 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.

Teen Art Hangout

Thu, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Join us in the Makerspace for a by teens, for teens art hangout!

Cancelled

Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours through our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Meet us in the Teen Zone to Participate in our school year volunteer program!

Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Summer Pallet Painting

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

Home Town Dairy

Join us as we create a beautiful summer themed painting on a wooden pallet with Debby Pease.

This event is full

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

Sensory Space

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

Open Play

Fri, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins May 1st. Please register each child individually. Enjoy playtime and meet new friends. Ages 0 - 3 with a caregiver.

This event is full

Fri, May 15, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out of Cardboard?!!?

Fri, May 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out of Cardboard?!!?

Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Art Exhibit: If Mental Health Took Shape

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

Sensory Space

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

Mon, May 18, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy an exhibit by the RWJ Barnabas Behavioral Health Center in our McConnell Gallery for the month of May.

Games From Around the World

Mon, May 18, 4:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, May 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins May 4. Celebrate AANHPI month by learning games from around the world. Ages 7 - 12.

Beginner Embroidery

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

Home Town Dairy

Get your stitch on with Nonny Creates!

This event is full

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

Sensory Space

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

Virtual Talk: Author Nir Eyal - Virtual

Tue, May 19, 12:00pm - 3:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out of Cardboard?!!?

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

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/156935

Tue, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out of Cardboard?!!?

Game Night for Adults

Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

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

Rescheduled

Knitting 101

Tue, May 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Tuesday, May 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Book Bundles to Go

Wed, May 20, 9:00am - 10:00am

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

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

Sensory Space

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

Sparks's Super Smash Bros Tourney

Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Wed, May 20, 12:00pm - 3:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

LGBTeens

Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Home Town Dairy

Join us for LGBTeens, a club for LGBTQIA+ and allied teens to participate in fun activities, support one another, explore our collection of LGBTQ books, and help create library programs.

Knitting 101

Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

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

This event is full

Concert with Pineland Symphonic Band

Wed, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Mancini Hall

The crowd-pleasing ensemble returns to the library to showcase their varied repertoire featuring music from Sousa to Dixieland, patriotic tunes to rock.

LEAP Class Advanced

Thu, May 21, 9:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

The Library Equal Access Program (LEAP) provides free training in the use of assistive technology on the iPad or iPhone. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course.

Thu, May 21, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Rescheduled

Thu, May 21, 11:00am - 4:00pm

New date Thursday, May 21, 12:00pm - 3:30pm

What Will You Create Today?

Thu, May 21, 12:00pm - 3:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Thu, May 21, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

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

Sensory Space

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

Torn Paper Poppy Craft

Sat, May 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch for open hours and a torn paper poppy craft in honor of Memorial Day.

Art Exhibit: If Mental Health Took Shape

Sat, May 23, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Tue, May 26, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy an exhibit by the RWJ Barnabas Behavioral Health Center in our McConnell Gallery for the month of May.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

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

Sensory Space

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

Perler Bead Buddies

Tue, May 26, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make and Take Home a Perler Bead Buddy!

Smart Estate Planning

Tue, May 26, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Green Room

This estate planning program helps adults learn how to organize their financial and personal affairs to protect what matters most.

Tue, May 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Bishop (upstairs)

Join players on an adventure in the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Open to new and experienced players. Space is limited, be sure to register. Ages 13-18.

This event is full

Vinyl Record Nights

Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Come unwind and listen to curated vinyl records.

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

Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Home Town Dairy

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.

Knitting 101

Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

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

This event is full

Wed, May 27, 9:30am - 2:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Drop-In Caterpillar Bookmark

Wed, May 27, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out of Cardboard?!!?

Wed, May 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch for open hours and a caterpillar bookmark craft.

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

Wed, May 27, 4:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Adult Crocheting Club

Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:40pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

B.Y.O.C.P! Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

Rescheduled

Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

New date Tuesday, May 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

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.

LEAP Class Advanced

Thu, May 28, 9:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

The Library Equal Access Program (LEAP) provides free training in the use of assistive technology on the iPad or iPhone. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course.

Sparks's Super Smash Bros Tourney

Thu, May 28, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, May 28, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Walk 4 Memory

Thu, May 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Green Room

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.

Sparks's Super Smash Bros Tourney

Thu, May 28, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, May 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Thu, May 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

This event is full

Thu, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

This event is full

Teddy Bear Tea Party Storytime

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

Sensory Space

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

Fri, May 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 5/15. Please register each child individually. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and enjoy tea party-themed stories, songs, and a tea party with snacks. Ages 3 - 5.

Registration opens Friday, May 15 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, May 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Sat, May 30, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

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

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

Sensory Space

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

Craft with Pride - Pride Hearts

Mon, Jun 01, 4:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Intro to 3D Printing

Mon, Jun 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Learn the Basics of 3D Printing

Identity Theft & Scams

Mon, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Avoiding Identity Theft & Scams

Mon, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Green Room

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.

Tue, Jun 02, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Toddler Play

Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins May 19. Please register each child individually. Visit the Discovery Room for playtime, coloring and more! Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.

Registration opens Tuesday, May 19 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 02, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Tue, Jun 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Wed, Jun 03, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Radical Robots

Wed, Jun 03, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!

Rescheduled

Virtual Talk: Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig - Virtual

Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

New date Wednesday, June 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours through our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Meet us in the Teen Zone to Participate in our school year volunteer program!

Wed, Jun 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/160861

STEAM Club - Yarn Wrapped Birds

Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 5/20. Join us every month to explore, create, and learn. This month, we will make Cardinals and Blue Jays using cardboard and yarn. Ages 8 - 12.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 20 2026 at 9:00am

Adult Crochet Club

Wed, Jun 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP... Bring Your Own Crochet Project!

American Bandstand: Philadelphia 1957-1963 - Part I

Wed, Jun 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mancini Hall

Relive the days when teens danced to the tunes on American Bandstand with this multimedia presentation by Rick Feingold.

Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Quiet Cricut Morning

Thu, Jun 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp

Thu, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Cancelled

Thu, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours through our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Meet us in the Teen Zone to Participate in our school year volunteer program!

Rescheduled

Drop-In Lacing: Rainbow Craft

Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

New date Thursday, June 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Stop by the Discovery Room to lace a fun rainbow craft for Pride Month. Ages 5-12.

Rescheduled

Thu, Jun 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

New date Thursday, June 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Fri, Jun 05, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

The History of Slavery in New Jersey

Fri, Jun 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Fri, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mancini Hall

Slavery shaped New Jersey from the 1600s through the Revolution. Learn about Lewis Morris, Colonel Tye, and others as author Rick Geffken uncovers the state's overlooked history of enslavement.

Coloring and Cartoons in the Sensory Space

Fri, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Sun, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Friends Monthly Meeting - Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River

Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

The Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River meet monthly to discuss fund raising activities that support the library. New members are welcome.

Beginner Crocheting Class

Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Once You Get Started, You'll Be Hooked!

This event is full

Computer Mouse

Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

No experience using a mouse is required.

It's Fun to Be One Storytime

Tue, Jun 09, 9:30am - 8:30pm

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

Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins May 26. 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, May 26 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Evening Book Discussion

Tue, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Green Room

This month the selection is The Book of Two Ways, by Jodi Picoult. Please register for this discussion.

Summer Bingo for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Beat the heat and join us for some summer-themed Bingo fun!

Registration opens Wednesday, May 13 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Watercolor Painting for Kids

Wed, Jun 10, 1:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 5/27. Please register each child's name individually. Learn some easy watercolor techniques for kids and unleash your creativity on a painting project. Ages 6 - 12.

Registration opens Wednesday, May 27 2026 at 9:00am

Cancelled

Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours through our Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Meet us in the Teen Zone to Participate in our school year volunteer program!

Wed, Jun 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Radical Robots

Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!

Drop-in Rainbow Craft

Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Drop by the children's department and make a fun rainbow-themed craft. Available while supplies last. For children of all ages.

New Jersey - Crossroads of the American Revolution

Thu, Jun 11, 4:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Radical Robots

Thu, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!

Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Bishop (upstairs)

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's founding, join local historian Jim Segrave-Daly for a lively discussion about the pivotal role that New Jersey & Toms River played.

Virtual Talk: Author Matt Dinniman - Virtual

Thu, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/161479

Fri, Jun 12, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Quiet Cricut Morning

Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp