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End of Coloring Contest for Tweens
2025-07-25 15:00:00 2025-07-25 15:30:00 America/New_York End of Coloring Contest for Tweens Last day to drop off Coloring Contest sheet at the Stafford Branch and enter the Art Contest. Must be returned by July 25 at 3 pm. Stafford Branch -

Friday, July 25
3:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-25 15:00:00 2025-07-25 15:30:00 America/New_York End of Coloring Contest for Tweens Last day to drop off Coloring Contest sheet at the Stafford Branch and enter the Art Contest. Must be returned by July 25 at 3 pm. Stafford Branch -

Last day to drop off Coloring Contest sheet at the Stafford Branch and enter the Art Contest. Must be returned by July 25 at 3 pm.

Last day to drop off Coloring Contest sheets. In celebration of Color our World summer reading club, design and color the Contest picture from the Stafford Branch and enter the Art Contest. Must be returned by July 25 at 3 pm. Prizes and certificates awarded on Monday, August 4 @ 10 am. Ages 8 – 12.  Please draw your favorite book characters on the book on the contest coloring sheet. Sponsored by the Friends of the Stafford Library. 

AGE GROUP: | Tweens |

EVENT TYPE: | General | DIY/Craft |

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Stafford Branch
Phone: (609) 597-3381
Hours
We're closed Sunday August 31 due to Labor Day Weekend
Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 30 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 Closed
(Labor Day Weekend)
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Upcoming Events

Sidewalk Chalk & Bubbles - No rain date - Sponsored by the Friends of the Stafford Library
Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
Stafford Meeting Room
Draw with chalk on the sidewalk and dance in the bubbles. Ages Birth to - 8. Please register.
First Wednesday Book Club
Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Teen Lab
This month the group will be discussing Daring to Drive: A Saudi Woman's Awakening by Manal Sharif. Contact the Branch if you would like to join.
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Thu, Sep 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Tween Crafternoon: Stafford Branch - Back to School I-Spy
Thu, Sep 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Ages 9-13. EACH ATTENDEE MUST BE REGISTERED SEPARATELY. Space is Limited. Program runs 45 minutes. Join us in the meeting room for this month's Tween Crafternoon and create your own I-Spy jar. REG
Messy Art
Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Stafford Meeting Room
Listen to a story and paint. Dress for a mess. Ages 3-6. Please register. 
Mah Jongg
Fri, Sep 05, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Ask a Master Gardener - Diagnostic Clinics
Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County will answer any gardening questions you may have. Located on the main library floor. Drop-in.
Planting Garlic
Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stafford Meeting Room
Learn all about planting, harvesting, drying and storing garlic in this interactive presentation from certified Rutgers Master Gardener of Ocean County Noreen Baris. Please register. Trivia and prizes
AAUW Monday Book Discussion
Mon, Sep 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Teen Lab
This month the group will be discussing The Guardians by John Grisham. Contact the Stafford Branch if you are interested in joining this group.
Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
Mon, Sep 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Caring for an Alzheimer's patient can be overwhelming. Join us monthly to learn how you can balance it all. Presented in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. To register call (609) 978-4728.
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Sep 08, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
(Cancelled) Chair Yoga (Cancelled)
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
Stafford Meeting Room
Unfortunately, this program is cancelled. We hope to resume Chair yoga sometime in the near future.
This event is full
STEM LEGO® Builders
Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
LEGO® building fun. Join in and use the LEGO® pieces from the Library and apply creativity and building skills while having fun! Ages 5-12. Please register.
Coloring for Adults with Special Needs
Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Spend the morning listening to music and coloring. Materials are provided but you may bring your own coloring projects and tools. Meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Please register.
Ultimate Johnny Cash: Late & Alone
Wed, Sep 10, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Scott Moreau will play his one-man tribute, a deep-dive into Cash's music and life. Please register.
Friend's Adventure: Waves of Hope - The Inspirational Story of Agnes Negra
Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Author Ronald Edward Negra will present the remarkable story of his mother, Agnes Joan Negra, and her heroic acts of kindness during WWII writing to POW's families. Please register.
Wellness Recovery Action Plan for Healthy Aging - WRAP
Thu, Sep 11, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) is a structured approach to personal wellness that helps you build routines, identify wellness tools and manage challenges effectively. Please register.
Parkinson Voice Project's SPEAK OUT!®
Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Program designed to improve communication skills for those with Parkinson's and other neurological disorders. Meets the 2nd Friday of the month. New members welcome, call (609) 488-2650 to register.
Children's Book Bundles
Fri, Sep 12, All day
Check out a bundle of books and a craft to take home. Available in the Children's Room.Ages 2-6
Mah Jongg
Fri, Sep 12, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
English Conversation Group
Sun, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
New to speaking English? Practice English conversation and talk about current events in a friendly, informal setting. This volunteer-led group meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday at 2 pm. Drop-in.
Support Group for Caregivers'
Mon, Sep 15, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Being a caregiver can be overwhelming. Learn how you can balance it all. Presented in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. To register call (609) 978-4728.
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Sep 15, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Adult Craft Club
Tue, Sep 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Every month we make a new craft. All materials provided. Please register.
This event is full
Teen Tuesday: Stafford Branch - Hispanic Heritage Month Mandala
Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Ages 9-17. EACH ATTENDEE MUST BE REGISTERED SEPARATELY. Space is Limited. Program runs 45 minutes. Join us in the meeting room to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and create a mandala.
Movie: In the Heights
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
This vibrant musical centers on the dreams and struggles of people living in NYC Latino neighborhood of Washington Heights, a community on the brink of change. (PG-13) 2hrs 23 min Please register.
Huntington's Disease Support Group
Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
This volunteer-led group is open to anyone with Huntington's Disease, as well as caregivers, family, or friends of someone with the disease or simply anyone interested in learning more. Drop-in.
Friends of the Stafford Library Meeting
Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
See what the Friends are doing to support the Stafford Branch. Join the Friends and volunteer today. Drop-in.
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Thu, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Mah Jongg
Fri, Sep 19, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Drum Circle Celebration - with Ice Cream
Sat, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
To commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Ocean County Library adults, teens and families are welcome to join a drum circle program with ice cream after. All welcome. Please register.
This event is full
100th Anniversary Celebration
Sat, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to celebrate OCL's 100th Anniversary with cake and refreshments. Make a craft with Pine Shores Art Association and say hello to the Friends of the Stafford Library.
100th Anniversary Commemorative Giveaway
Sun, Sep 21, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Visit the Stafford Branch on Sunday, September 21st, to Spin our Wheel for a special 100th Anniversary Prize! All ages. One prize per person. Stop by the Children's Room to color too!
Ask a Master Gardener - Diagnostic Clinics
Mon, Sep 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County will answer any gardening questions you may have. Located on the main library floor. Drop-in.
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Sep 22, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Music Bingo
Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Join us for music bingo where instead of calling out numbers, we play songs. There's no money and no prizes but lots of great music and tons of fun. Please register.
Fall Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Stafford Meeting Room
Listen to Autumn stories and make a craft. Ages 2 - 6. Please register.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 10 2025 at 10:00am
Support Group for Caregivers'
Wed, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Being a caregiver can be overwhelming. Learn how you can balance it all. Presented in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. To register call (609) 978-4728.
Mindful Art Club for Adults
Thu, Sep 25, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Come spend a stress-free hour listening to chill music and making art. Materials are provided or bring your own projects and coloring tools. Please register.
Mah Jongg
Fri, Sep 26, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
Tween/Teen Saturday Drop-In - Back to School
Sat, Sep 27, All day
Ages 9 - 17. Drop-in to the Teen Zone and pick up your Tween/Teen activity sheets, fun facts, word games, coloring sheets or craft. While supplies last.
English Conversation Group
Sun, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
New to speaking English? Practice English conversation and talk about current events in a friendly, informal setting. This volunteer-led group meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday at 2 pm. Drop-in.
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Sep 29, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Creative Social Connections for Seniors
Tue, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
An afternoon of creating and socializing with your neighbors. Lunch will be provided. Potential allergens. Please register.
This event is full
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