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Eating Healthy on a Budget

2025-08-06 14:00:00 2025-08-06 15:00:00 America/New_York Eating Healthy on a Budget Eat well and save money! A dietitian proves easy tips for healthy meals on a budget! Manchester Branch - Manchester Meeting Room

Wednesday, August 06
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-06 14:00:00 2025-08-06 15:00:00 America/New_York Eating Healthy on a Budget Eat well and save money! A dietitian proves easy tips for healthy meals on a budget! Manchester Branch - Manchester Meeting Room

Manchester Branch

Manchester Meeting Room

Eat well and save money! A dietitian proves easy tips for healthy meals on a budget!

Join us as we explore how to make nutritious, delicious meals without breaking the bank. Whether you're cooking for one or feeding a family, a registered Hackensack-Meridian dietitian will guide you with helpful tips on meal planning, smart grocery shopping, and budget-friendly, delicious and easy-to-fix recipes. 

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Discussion | Health & Wellness |

TAGS: | EducationOCL |

Manchester Branch
Phone: (732) 657-7600
Hours
Mon, Aug 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 15 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 17 Closed
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Adults with Special Challenges Craft - Under-the-Sea Picture Frame Magnet & Color Your World
Thu, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Manchester Meeting Room
Create a sea-sational summer craft made just for adults with special challenges. Make an Under-the-Sea Picture Frame Magnet to show off your summer photos! Please register - supplies are limited.
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Hooked On Yarn: A Knitting and Crocheting Group
Thu, Aug 14, 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.
Tween Yarn Crafts
Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 8-12. Join us at the Manchester Branch as we learn all the different ways, we can use yarn to create gifts, accessories, and useful objects we use every day. Registration is required.
Mermaid Craft
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Family Program. Join the children's department for a fun mermaid craft. Registration is required.
Bad Guys© Bingo
Mon, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 6-12. Join as at the Manchester Branch for a fun game of Bingo themed after the Bad Guys book/movie series. Registration is required.
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Green Teens: Composting
Tue, Aug 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Teens, ages 12 - 18, will have the opportunity to learn about the importance and benefits of composting, as well as how to implement it themselves. Registration is required.
Magic Class
Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 6-12. Come to the library to become a magician and learn how to do your own tricks. Registration is required.
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Therapy Ponies
Wed, Aug 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Family Program. Meet the cutest real-life therapy ponies at the Manchester Branch. Registration is required.
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Join Us For A Blooming Good Time At The Library! - Floral Design Demonstration by Colonial Bouquet
Thu, Aug 21, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Join Us For A Blooming Good Time At The Library! Adult Program. Please Register.
The Great Brain Escape Room
Thu, Aug 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 6-12. Intended for kids interested in escape rooms and want a low stress introduction to the game. Registration is required.
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Baby Animal Footprint Search
Mon, Aug 25, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Family Program. Learn about different animal habitats and enjoy some mini activities along your search. Registration is required.
Unblock & Unwind - A Brief Overview of Reiki, Acupuncture, and Meditation
Mon, Aug 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Discover and deepen your understanding about the ancient healing practices of Reiki, Acupuncture, and Meditation in this relaxing introduction to holistic wellness. Please register.
Tween/Teen Chess & Checkers Club
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tweens will learn to play and practice chess & checkers with one another. Ages 8 - 18. Please register as space is limited.
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The Recharge
Tue, Aug 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey, in partnership with the Ocean County Library, is offering a support group for caregivers and their loved ones.
Paper Plate Crafts
Tue, Aug 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Family Program. Come to the library to make crafts using paper plates. Registration is required.
Toddler Ninja Warrior
Wed, Aug 27, 9:30am - 10:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 6m-3. Children will do a fun obstacle course where they can crawl, hop, and balance their way to the finish line. Dress for speed and agility! Registration is required.
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Preschool Ninja Warrior
Wed, Aug 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Manchester Meeting Room
Ages 2-6. Children will do a fun obstacle course where they can crawl, hop, and balance their way to the finish line. Dress for speed and agility! Registration is required.
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OCHD: Substance Abuse Information Drop-In
Wed, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
OCHD Substance Abuse Information Drop-In. Adult Program. Registration is not required.
Last Day to Play Pinko and Enter Raffle Tickets!
Thu, Aug 28, All day
Ages 12 and under can turn in their completed monthly reading log at the Manchester Library.  Every 5 books read (up to 15 for the month) earns a Plinko Play. August 28th is the last day to enter.
Hooked On Yarn: A Knitting and Crocheting Group
Thu, Aug 28, 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.
Therapy Dog Visit
Thu, Aug 28, 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.
Registration opens Thursday, August 14 2025 at 9:00am
Whodunit Mystery
Thu, Aug 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens & tweens will participate in an interactive whodunit mystery scenario. Ages 12-18. Registration is required. Please add siblings attending as guests and list each of their ages.
Registration opens Thursday, August 14 2025 at 9:00am
Tween & Teen Gaming
Sat, Aug 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Teens & tweens, ages 10 - 16, will have the opportunity to play video games on the Nintendo Switch. Registration is required.
Registration opens Saturday, August 16 2025 at 9:00am
Pokeball Craft
Sat, Aug 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Attendees will have the opportunity to create their very own Poké Ball out of arts & craft materials. They can copy the designs of preexisting Poké Balls or make their own. Registration is required.
Registration opens Saturday, August 16 2025 at 9:00am
Art Exhibit: Cora Hicks from Sept. 1 to Sept. 27 - In Awe of Nature
Mon, Sep 01, All day
Breathtaking landscapes photos will be on display.
Moth Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Sep 01, All day
Drop in anytime during the month of September to search the children's department and find all of the beautiful hidden moths. When you do, turn your sheet in at the desk for a sticker.
Camping Read & Play
Tue, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages 2-5. A short storytime for beginning listeners, followed by a craft or activity and open playtime in our children's department. Registration required.
Manchester Daytime Book Discussion
Tue, Sep 02, 10:15am - 11:30am
Book Title: "The Boys From Biloxi" by John Grisham
Spanish Made Simple - Part I: For Absolute Beginners
Tue, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
For Absolute Beginners: Introduction to Spanish language covering essential vocabulary, phrases, and pronunciation tips for basic conversations. No prior knowledge needed - just bring your enthusiasm!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 19 2025 at 9:00am
Shore Memory Cafe
Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Book Lovers Book Cafe
Thu, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room B
Book Lovers Book Cafe. Adult Program. Please register.
LEGO® Club
Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 6-12. Come to the Manchester Library to build something amazing with our Legos! Registration is required.
Registration opens Thursday, August 14 2025 at 9:00am
Spoons and Toons
Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Family Program. Join us for a fun morning of cartoons and a cereal bar. There will also be games, activities, and crafts. Please notify staff of food allergy concerns. Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, August 16 2025 at 9:00am
Art Reception: Cora Hicks - In Awe of Nature
Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Manchester Meeting Room
Meet local artist, Cora Hicks.
Sweet Bayou Lou's Educate, Make, and Take Room Spray Class
Mon, Sep 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
In this workshop; Herbalist V will review some basic information regarding essential oils and show each participant how to make their essential oil based room spray that they could take home!
Registration opens Monday, August 25 2025 at 9:00am
Paint & Play - Baby/Toddler
Tue, Sep 09, 9:30am - 10:15am
Ages 0 - 3. Registration Required. Join us for messy play and leave the cleanup to us! Playtime with toys, painting, and coloring. Dressing for a mess is encouraged.
Registration opens Tuesday, August 19 2025 at 9:00am
Paint & Play - Preschool
Tue, Sep 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Ages 2 - 6. Registration Required. Join us for messy play and leave the cleanup to us! Playtime with toys, painting, and coloring. Dressing for a mess is encouraged.
Registration opens Tuesday, August 19 2025 at 9:00am
Writer's Group
Tue, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your poetry, essays, and short stories. The Writer's Group critiques each other's works and provides feedback.
Hooked On Yarn: A Knitting and Crocheting Group
Thu, Sep 11, 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.
Tween Chess/Checkers Club
Thu, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 8-18. Join us in the teen department to learn and practice chess or checkers with other teens and tweens. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, August 21 2025 at 9:00am
Duplo Playtime
Sat, Sep 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Family Program. Join us for playtime with our Duplo blocks. Drop-ins are welcome. You may register for reminder calls online, in-person at the Manchester Children's Desk, or by calling (732) 657-7600.
Registration opens Saturday, August 23 2025 at 9:00am
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