Trevor's Banned Book Club

Tue, Aug 26, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Quiet Cricut Mornings

Tue, Aug 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Rescheduled

Friendship Bracelet Fun!

Tue, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

New date Tuesday, August 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

BFFs 4Ever!!

Tue, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Friendship Bracelet Fun!

Tue, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BFFs 4Ever!!

Cancelled

Friendship Bracelet Fun!

Tue, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

BFFs 4Ever!!

Vinyl Record Nights

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

Atrium

Come unwind and listen to curated vinyl records under the stars of the Toms River library atrium.

Tween Movie Night: Shrek

Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Green Room

Registration required; begins August 12. Register each child individually. Watch Shrek (Rated PG, 89 minutes), participate in movie-themed activities, and snack on some popcorn! Ages 8 - 12.

Wed, Aug 27, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Radical Robots

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!

Back-to-School Drive for Queer Youth

Wed, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Sand Art

Wed, Aug 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins August 13. Please register each child individually. Relax and make a beautiful sand art picture. Ages 7 -12.

This event is full

Wed, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

Join TEC (Trans Equity Coalition) to help students step into the new year with confidence.

Radical Robots

Wed, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!

Book Bundles

Thu, Aug 28, 9:00am - 10:00am

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Thu, Aug 28, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, Aug 28, 12:00pm - 3:45pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Virtual Talk with Psychologist Dr. Tasha Eurich - Virtual

Thu, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/84220

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Fri, Aug 29, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Fri, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Tue, Sep 02, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Baby Art & Play

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

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins August 19. Please register each child individually. Make fun art and enjoy playtime with your baby. Dress for a mess. Ages 6-23 months with a caregiver.

This event is full

Quiet Cricut Morning

Tue, Sep 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Tue, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!?

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!?

Game Night for Adults

Tue, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

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

Wed, Sep 03, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Wed, Sep 03, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

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

Home Town Dairy

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

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Mobsters and Mayhem: Prohibition on the Jersey Shore

Wed, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Rescheduled

Adult Crocheting Club

Wed, Sep 03, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Wednesday, September 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

BYOCP... Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

STEAM Club - Slime

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

Discovery Room

Registration required starting 8/20. Please register each child's name individually. Join us every month to explore, create, and learn. This month, we will make slime. Ages 8 - 12.

Rescheduled

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

New date Monday, September 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Historian Greg Caggiano examines Prohibition in New Jersey with stories of mob violence, rum-running, corruption, and Vito Genovese's role in turning the Jersey Shore into a crime hotspot

Adult Crocheting Club

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP... Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

Virtual Talk with Author Hannah Nicole Maehrer - Virtual

Wed, Sep 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/87910

Thu, Sep 04, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Thu, Sep 04, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Rescheduled

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

New date Thursday, September 04, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Let's A Go!

Thu, Sep 04, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Thu, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Homeschool Drop-in Butterfly Sand Art

Thu, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Stop by the Discovery Room to make colorful sand art. Ages 5-12.

Preschool Storytime - Things That Go

Fri, Sep 05, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Fri, Sep 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Registration required; begins August 22nd. Please register each child's name individually. Learn about transportation with stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 3 - 5.

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Fri, Sep 05, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Sat, Sep 06, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Paint Your Own Pencil Case

Sat, Sep 06, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Sat, Sep 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 8/23. Please register each child's name individually. Get ready for the new school year by painting and personalizing your own canvas pencil case. Ages 6 -12 years.

Sat, Sep 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Sun, Sep 07, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Mon, Sep 08, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Baby & Me

Mon, Sep 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins 8/25. Please register each child's name individually. Visit the library for an interactive program for you and your baby. For babies up to 12 months with a caregiver.

Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River Meeting

Mon, Sep 08, 1:30pm - 5:00pm

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

Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Green Room

The Friends design and manage fund raising activities to support the library. New members are welcome.

Sew-ptember

Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Sew Whaaaaat?!!?

This event is full

Mobsters and Mayhem: Prohibition on the Jersey Shore

Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Historian Greg Caggiano examines Prohibition in New Jersey with stories of mob violence, rum-running, corruption, and Vito Genovese's role in turning the Jersey Shore into a crime hotspot

Acoustic Concert with Todd Meredith

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

Sensory Space

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

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

Mancini Hall

Join us for an acoustic concert with Ocean County musician, Todd Meredith.

Jurassic World Painting Craft

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

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins August 25.Please register each child individually. Make a dinosaur painting to celebrate Jurassic World and dinosaurs . Ages 7 - 12.

MS Word Beginners - An Introduction to MS Word

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

Introduction to Microsoft® Word

It's Fun to Be One Storytime

Tue, Sep 09, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

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

Green Room

Registration required; begins August 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.

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Tue, Sep 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Tue, Sep 09, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Craft with Pride

Tue, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

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.

Evening Book Discussion

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

Green Room

This month the selection is "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store," by James McBride. Please register for this discussion.

Wed, Sep 10, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Wed, Sep 10, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

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

Home Town Dairy

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

Tales & Tunes Storytime

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

Green Room

Registration required; begins August 27. Please register each child individually. Listen to camping themed stories, sing songs, and create a fun craft. Ages 2 - 3.

Registration opens Wednesday, August 27 2025 at 9:00am

Quiet Cricut Morning

Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Wed, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!?

Virtual Talk with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher - Virtual

Wed, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

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

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/88468

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

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

Teen Zone

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!

Frida Kahlo Inspired Self Portraits

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!?

Wed, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 8/27. Please register each child's name individually. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by painting a self portrait inspired by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Ages 7-12.

Registration opens Wednesday, August 27 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Sep 11, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Thu, Sep 11, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

De-Stress with Dogs for Teens

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Thu, Sep 11, 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.

Thu, Sep 11, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Fri, Sep 12, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Obituary Searching 101

Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 11:30am

Librarian Allison Nazzaro will walk you through the best strategies you can use to search for obituaries, as well as how to locate a loved one's grave site. This class includes microfilm demonstration

Sensory Space Storytime

Fri, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sensory Space

Registration required; begins August 29. Please register each child individually. Enjoy stories and songs while engaging your little one's senses in our calming Sensory Space. Ages 3-5

Registration opens Friday, August 29 2025 at 9:00am

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Fri, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Fri, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

The Night Sky of Ocean County

Sat, Sep 13, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Book Bundles

Sat, Sep 13, 9:00am - 10:00am

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Sat, Sep 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Mancini Hall

Join us for an unforgettable day of stargazing from the comfort of the Library.

The Night Sky of Ocean County

Sat, Sep 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Mancini Hall

Join us for an unforgettable day of stargazing from the comfort of the Library.

The Night Sky of Ocean County

Sat, Sep 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Mancini Hall

Join us for an unforgettable day of stargazing from the comfort of the Library.

Drop-in Video Games for Kids

Sat, Sep 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Play video games and make some new friends. Ages 4 - 12. No registration required.

Sun, Sep 14, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Mon, Sep 15, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

3D Printed RPG Figure Painting

Mon, Sep 15, 1:30pm - 5:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Adventurers will receive a free, RPG figure from the third dimension printing press that is almost certainly from the time that is yet to be, mayhaps, the work of sorcery!

Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Tue, Sep 16, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Tue, Sep 16, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Toddler Play

Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required, begins September 2. Please register each child individually. Visit the library for toddler play with toys and more. Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Microwave Mug Meals for Teens

Tue, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Paws for Reading

Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Mancini Hall

Registration required; begins September 2. Please register each child individually. Practice your reading skills in the company of gentle therapy dogs. Ages 6 - 12.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Learn how to make quick and easy meals using a microwave and budget-friendly ingredients! Potential allergens. Ages 12 - 18

Wed, Sep 17, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Wed, Sep 17, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

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

I Love Bears Storytime

Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Registration required; begins September 3. Please register each child individually. Learn about bears, listen to stories, and make a craft. Ages 3 - 5.

Registration opens Wednesday, September 3 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Sep 17, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Virtual Talk with Author Gabe Henry - Virtual

Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/89026

Adult Crocheing Club

Wed, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP... Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

100th Anniversary Concert - Fred Lehotay and the Ragtimers

Wed, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

In celebration of OCL's 100th Anniversary, enjoy music from the roaring 20s with Fred Lehotay and the Ragtimers. This popular quartet's music is upbeat and timeless.

Thu, Sep 18, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Quiet Cricut Morning

Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Thu, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!?

Thu, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!?

100th Anniversary Foundation Gala

Fri, Sep 19, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Fri, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

An evening of celebration dancing through the decades in the library! Presented by Ocean County Library Foundation

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit Tournament

Sat, Sep 20, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

OCL's 100th Anniversary Celebration

Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Mancini Hall

Join us for cake to celebrate the Ocean County Library's 100th Anniversary. Potential allergens.

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit Tournament

Sat, Sep 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Sun, Sep 21, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Mon, Sep 22, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Zen Zone Mondays: Back to School Survival Kits

Mon, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Waddler time

Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins September 8. Please register each child individually. Enjoy interactive stories, songs, and more for you and your little one. Ages 12 - 23 months.

Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 9:00am

Beginner Block Coding

Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

An Introduction To Block Coding

Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Home Town Dairy

Teens: Relax and unwind as you meet with friends, do hands-on activities, and learn about and practice self-care. In this session, we'll create a fun back to school survival kit.

Tue, Sep 23, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Tue, Sep 23, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Preschool Storytime

Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Registration required; begins September 9. Please register each child individually. Visit the library to develop pre-literacy skills with stories, songs, movement, & more. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 9 2025 at 9:00am

The Recharge

Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey, in partnership with the Ocean County Library, is offering a support group for caregivers and their loved ones.

Tue, Sep 23, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Tue, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Tween Movie Night: Scooby Doo

Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Tue, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Green Room

Registration required; begins September 9. Please register each child individually. Watch the Scooby Doo movie (Rated PG, 1 hour 26 minutes), make themed crafts, and enjoy some popcorn! Ages 6-12.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 9 2025 at 9:00am

Vinyl Record Nights

Tue, Sep 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Atrium

Come unwind and listen to curated vinyl records under the stars of the Toms River library atrium.

Wed, Sep 24, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Wed, Sep 24, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

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

Wed, Sep 24, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Wed, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Trevor's Banned Book Club

Wed, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Wed, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

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.

Thu, Sep 25, All day

The Toms River Branch is collecting kids costumes for kids ages 0-11 from September 2nd to September 30th. Costumes will be given away for free at the FanNation: Geekstravaganza on October 4th.

Meet a YMCA Rep

Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 11:30am

Lobby

Visit with a YMCA Rep in the lobby.

Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, Sep 25, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Drop-in Fabulous Fall Crafts

Thu, Sep 25, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Visit the Discovery Room to make some fabulous Fall themed crafts! Ages 3 - 12.

Country Line Dancing with Maureen Hawkins

Thu, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Bishop (upstairs)

Get ready to dance with Maureen Hawkins from Dancemaur Company & learn county line dancing steps. No experience necessary. Participants must sign a waiver form to join the program. Please register.