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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

2025-06-25 14:00:00 2025-06-25 20:30:00 America/New_York Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch. Jackson Branch - Sensory Space

Wednesday, June 25
2:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-25 14:00:00 2025-06-25 20:30:00 America/New_York Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch. Jackson Branch - Sensory Space

Jackson Branch

Sensory Space

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

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor for special lighting, sounds and equipment to create a calming experience while using the Library. Time spent in the Space will be limited up to 30 minutes and availability is on a first come, first serve basis. Caregiver must be present. Hours subject to change, check Sensory Space online calendar prior to arriving.

If you have any questions please call us at 732-928-4400 Extension #3823

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Diversability |

TAGS: | Sensory Space |

Jackson Branch

Phone: (732) 928-4400

Hours
Mon, Jul 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 31 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 03 1:00PM to 5:00PM

Upcoming Events

Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
Puppet shows, Giant game boards, crafts? Come see what our Teen Volunteers have cooked up! Ages 5-12. Please Register.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Jul 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Puppet shows, Giant game boards, crafts? Come see what our Teen Volunteers have cooked up! Ages 5-12. Please Register.

Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? A local volunteer will assist non-native English speakers practice conversational English. New members are always welcome. 

Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop by the Children's section to make a craft!

Fri, Aug 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Fri, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, Aug 02, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bring a friend or make a new one while playing board games in the Children's Department.

Sat, Aug 02, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Opus Soul Summer Concert. They play an eclectic mix of blues, funk, jazz, and rock. Join us for super summer music in the afternoon! Please register. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.

Sun, Aug 03, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Join us while we create a foam lighthouse!
This event is full

Mon, Aug 04, 11:30am - 4:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Create a simple faux stained glass piece to decorate and display at home. Ages 12-18.

Mon, Aug 04, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Come and explore facts about reusing and upcycling materials. Please bring an old t-shirt and let's make super t-shirt capes! Please register.
This event is full

Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Join us as we create a construction paper jellyfish!
This event is full

Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Title: Remarkably Bright Creatures

Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.

Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join Jean Montgomerie from the New Jersey Bluebird Society for a presentation about these beautiful North American and Jackson residents.

Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Come out to this hands-on class and learn how to make some of the most popular balloon animals! Please register.
This event is full

Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, Aug 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and educational program on Worm Composting!

Wed, Aug 06, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Stitch yourself a slice of summer with this tricolor chunk of watermelon. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? A local volunteer will assist non-native English speakers practice conversational English. New members are always welcome. 

Thu, Aug 07, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Explore your senses with fun station-based play. Please register. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.
This event is full

Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, Aug 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 12:15pm
Join us for a Sensory Friendly viewing of Matilda (1996, PG, 98 mins).

Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Presented by the Women, Infants, and Children division of the Ocean County Health Department.

Fri, Aug 08, 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join us in the Children's Department for some building fun. All ages.

Sat, Aug 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Sensory Space
Watch cartoons upstairs in the sensory space.

Sat, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sun, Aug 10, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 11, 9:30am - 10:30am
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime with Alice in Wonderland. This program with feature stories, games, songs and a meet and greet.
This event is full

Mon, Aug 11, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, Aug 12, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Visit an information table stationed in our foyer to learn about all that the Ocean County Health Department's Alcohol and Drug Abuse Department's Services.

Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
This program will teach adults how to shop and eat healthy by learning how to read labels and plan ahead. This will allow the cost to stay affordable for healthy eating all year round.

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Book Title: The Measure by Nikki Erlick

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Sip on some delicious summer smoothie creations and learn how to make them at home.

Wed, Aug 13, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
Puppet shows, Giant game boards, crafts? Come see what our Teen Volunteers have cooked up! Ages 5-12. Please Register.

Wed, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, Aug 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Puppet shows, Giant game boards, crafts? Come see what our Teen Volunteers have cooked up! Ages 5-12. Please Register.

Wed, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? A local volunteer will assist non-native English speakers practice conversational English. New members are always welcome. 

Thu, Aug 14, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Learn what makes reptiles and amphibians unique from other animals. Please register.
This event is full

Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Fri, Aug 15, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Join us to create a 2D Newspaper Shark craft!

Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, Aug 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sun, Aug 17, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 18, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room
Come make a delicious work of art! Ages 8-12. Potential Allergens, please contact Jackson Youth Services for more information. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Please register.
This event is full

Mon, Aug 18, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Tue, Aug 19, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, Aug 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join Kate for a calming sound bath experience using crystal singing bowls. Registration required. 

Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, Aug 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Learn social and emotional learning through storytelling and interesting activities! Presented by NJ4S Compass Ocean County. Ages 4-7. Please Register.

Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.

Wed, Aug 20, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, Aug 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room
Can you escape the room? Ages 8-12. Registration Required.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 30 2025 at 2:30pm

Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? A local volunteer will assist non-native English speakers practice conversational English. New members are always welcome. 

Thu, Aug 21, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Makerspace
Paint a hexagonal wooden latch-box to store precious memories or trinkets in honor of Senior Citizens Day on 8/22/25. All materials provided.
This event is full

Thu, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, Aug 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Storytime Room
Come get creative! Ages 6-12. Please Register.
Registration opens Thursday, July 31 2025 at 2:30pm

Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
The Friends design and manage fundraising activities to support the library. New members are welcome.

Fri, Aug 22, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Fri, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, Aug 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Drop into the Teen Zone to create a summer themed craft!

Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sun, Aug 24, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 25, 9:30am - 4:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Mon, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, Aug 26, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Tue, Aug 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Come and make a DIY lantern using ping pong ball and tea light. Please register.
Registration opens Thursday, August 7 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join us for a FUN and kind of educational ice cream making demo and tasting program. Sponsored by Jackson Friends of the Library.
Registration opens Tuesday, August 5 2025 at 6:00pm

Wed, Aug 27, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Let's learn about the different feelings and interests we have, as well as the feelings and interests of our friends. Presented by the Ocean County Health Department.
Registration opens Wednesday, August 6 2025 at 11:00am

Wed, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? A local volunteer will assist non-native English speakers practice conversational English. New members are always welcome. 

Thu, Aug 28, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Thu, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop by the Children's section to make a craft!

Thu, Aug 28, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Come join us in making beeswax wraps.

Fri, Aug 29, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Fri, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.