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Paws for Reading

Ages 5-8. This program is for beginning readers who would like to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a trained service dog. Registration is required.

Ages 5-8. This program is for beginning readers who would like to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a trained service dog. Everyone who signs up will get a 15-minute time spot. Please arrive a little early to pick out some books ahead of time to read to the dog. You can also bring books from home.

Registration is required. Register in-person at the Manchester Children's Desk, or by calling (732) 657-7600, option 6. 

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

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Manchester Branch
Phone: (732) 657-7600
Hours
We're closed Friday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sat, Jul 05 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 06 Closed
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Upcoming Events

July Scavenger Hunt- Summer Treats
Tue, Jul 01, All day
Family Program. Drop in to the children's department during the month of July to search for hidden images of summer treats around the library. When you do, turn your sheet in for a sticker.
Manchester Daytime Book Discussion
Tue, Jul 01, 10:15am - 11:30am
Book Title: "Absolution" by Alice McDermott
Beach Storytime- Toddler
Wed, Jul 02, 9:30am - 10:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 2-4. Stories, rhymes, and activities perfect for your child themed around the beach! Registration is required.
This event is full
Beach Storytime- Preschool
Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 3-6. Stories, rhymes, and activities perfect for your child themed around the beach! Registration is required.
This event is full
Hidden Gems of NJ - Summer Edition
Wed, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Uncover the best-kept secrets of New Jersey!
Shore Memory Cafe
Thu, Jul 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Early-Stage Memory Cafés provide opportunities for concerned persons experiencing early cognitive decline, and for those diagnosed with early-stage memory loss, and their care partner(s) to meet.
Book Lovers Book Cafe
Thu, Jul 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
A different kind of book discussion group, where everyone reads a different book!
Mo Willems Putt-Putt
Thu, Jul 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Family Program. Join us for a fun round of mini golf themed to different beloved books and characters written by Mo Willems. Registration is required.
This event is full
Live Animal Talk with Cattus Island
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 5-12. Learn about the amazing reptile species in Ocean County from a Cattus Island Naturalist. Registration is required.
This event is full
Writer's Group
Tue, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your poetry, essays, and short stories. The Writer's Group critiques each other's works and provides feedback.
Wizard of Oz Party
Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Family Program. Go on your own Oz themed adventure through stations, games, and other fun activities. Please notify staff of food allergy concerns. Registration is required.
This event is full
Chicks with Sticks: A Knitting and Crocheting Group
Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Love to knit or crochet, come to our meeting room and join others with the same passion. Bring your yarn, needles, hooks and current projects.
Birch Tree Painting for Adults
Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Paint your very own forest of Birch Trees using yarn and paint. Limited supply. Please register.
Therapy Dog Visit
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens will meet with a therapy dog. Ages 12 - 18. Registration is required. Please add siblings attending as guests and list each tween/teen attending with their age.
Trickshots
Thu, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens will participate in different trick shot challenges involving ping pong balls. Ages 12 - 18. Registration is required. Please add siblings attending as guests and list each of their ages.
Sign Language Name Plate Craft
Fri, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 5-12. Learn about sign language and celebrate Disability Pride Month by making your own name plate using sign language. Registration is required.
Story and a Craft
Sat, Jul 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ages 2-6. Come to the library to listen to a story and make a craft. Registration is required.
Having Fun with Sign Language for Adults: Part I
Mon, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn some sign language basics in this two part series which will be held in a fun and informal setting. Registration for this event also includes registration for Part II on Monday, 7/21 at 2PM.
Fur, Feathers, and Scales - presented by Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge
Mon, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 5-12. Join Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge for a fun talk featuring live animals. Registration is required.
This event is full
The Five Love Languages
Tue, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Five Love Languages: Understanding the Ways We Give and Receive Love for Better Relationships. Adult Program. Please register.
Bluey Party- Toddler
Wed, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 6m-3. Have fun dancing, playing games, and doing fun activities at this Bluey themed party. Please notify staff of food allergy concerns. Registration is required.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 2 2025 at 9:00am
Bluey Party- Preschool
Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 2-6. Have fun dancing, playing games, and doing fun activities at this Bluey themed party. Please notify staff of food allergy concerns. Registration is required.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 2 2025 at 9:00am
The Spirit of Lindbergh - Performed by Neill Hartley
Wed, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Experience first-hand the incredible aviation journey that riveted the world! Neill Hartley brings to life aviator Charles Lindbergh and relives his historic 1927 flight across the Atlantic.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 2 2025 at 9:00am
Experiment Lab with Science Heroes
Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 12-18. Through hands-on experimentation, teens work together to investigate exciting science concepts like air pressure, chemical reactions, and more!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 2 2025 at 9:00am
Adults With Special Challenges Craft - Patriotic Star Magnet
Thu, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Manchester Meeting Room
Create a red, white, and blue star magnet - designed especially for adults with special challenges. Please register as supplies are limited.
Registration opens Thursday, July 3 2025 at 9:00am
Summer Snacks
Thu, Jul 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ages 6-12. Learn how to make delicious and nutritious snacks this summer through hands on learning. Please notify staff of food allergy concerns. Registration is required.
Registration opens Thursday, July 3 2025 at 9:00am
Smoothie Bowls
Thu, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join Jen Klein from RWJBarnabas Health and learn how to make healthy smoothie recipes. Potential allergens. Ages 12 - 18. Registration is required.
Registration opens Thursday, July 3 2025 at 9:00am
Having Fun with Sign Language for Adults: Part II
Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
This class is a continuation from Part I. This is a two part workshop. Use the link to session #1 to register you for both sessions on 7/14 and 7/21.
Reading Buddies
Mon, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Beginning Readers. Practice your reading skills with our teen S.A.I.L. volunteers. Registration is required.
Registration opens Monday, July 7 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Minute to Win It
Tue, Jul 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens will have the opportunity to participate in a themed game challenge that pits them against each other. Ages 13 - 18. Please register as space is limited.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 9:00am
Paws for Reading- Session 1
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages 5-8. This program is for beginning readers who would like to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a trained service dog. Please register.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 9:00am
Paws for Reading- Session 2
Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ages 5-8. This program is for beginning readers who would like to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a trained service dog. Please register.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 8 2025 at 9:00am
Better Battery Life
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Get the most out of your devices and keep them running longer between charges with simple tips and tricks to extend the battery life of your phone, tablet, or laptop. Please register.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 9 2025 at 9:00am
Playdate - Toddler
Thu, Jul 24, 9:30am - 10:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 6m-3. Open playtime in our meeting room. Registration is required.
Registration opens Thursday, July 10 2025 at 9:00am
Playdate - Preschool
Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 2-6. Open playtime in our meeting room. Registration is required.
Registration opens Thursday, July 10 2025 at 9:00am
Chicks with Sticks: A Knitting and Crocheting Group
Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Love to knit or crochet, come to our meeting room and join others with the same passion. Bring your yarn, needles, hooks and current projects.
Humanities Board Game Night
Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Join NJCH for Humanities Board Game Night! Get ready to play a variety of games and enjoy some snacks.
Pokemon Putt-Putt- Session 1
Sat, Jul 26, 9:30am - 10:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Family Program. Join us for a fun round of mini golf themed after Pokémon. Registration is required.
Registration opens Saturday, July 26 2025 at 9:00am
Pokemon Putt-Putt- Session 2
Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Family Program. Join us for a fun round of mini golf themed after Pokémon. Registration is required.
Registration opens Saturday, July 12 2025 at 9:00am
Color Your World - Watercolor Pencil 101
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Explore watercolor pencils by sketching and painting an Impressionist masterpiece with guided, step-by-step instruction.
Registration opens Monday, July 14 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Cosplay 101
Mon, Jul 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Learn about fabric selection, armor crafting, wig styling, and the latest trends in cosplay technology. Ages 12 - 18. Please register as space is limited.
Registration opens Monday, July 14 2025 at 9:00am
Snakeman Presents Tropical Birds
Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 5-12. Not into snakes or reptiles? We still bring the zoo to your library! Meet and learn about 8-10 of our coolest birds for the best time ever! Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 15 2025 at 9:00am
Tween/Teen Chess & Checkers Club
Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tweens will learn to play and practice chess & checkers with one another. Ages 8 - 18. Please register as space is limited.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 9:00am
Kids Can Compost
Wed, Jul 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 5-11. Learn about composting through a guided hands-on experience from a master composter. Registration is required.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 16 2025 at 9:00am
Reading Buddies
Thu, Jul 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Beginning Readers. Practice your reading skills with our teen S.A.I.L. volunteers. Registration is required.
Registration opens Thursday, July 17 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Cornhole & Kan Jam
Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens will have the opportunity to partner up and face off against other pairs in cornhole and Kan Jam frisbee games. Ages 12 - 18. Registration is required.
Registration opens Thursday, July 17 2025 at 9:00am
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