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Tween Art Contest Winners Announced in the Children's room
2025-08-04 10:00:00 2025-08-04 11:00:00 America/New_York Tween Art Contest Winners Announced in the Children's room Join in the celebration of tween artwork contest, winners will be announced, and all participants will get a certificate. There will also be a craft and the spinning wheel for prizes. Stafford Branch - Stafford Meeting Room

Monday, August 04
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2025-08-04 10:00:00 2025-08-04 11:00:00 America/New_York Tween Art Contest Winners Announced in the Children's room Join in the celebration of tween artwork contest, winners will be announced, and all participants will get a certificate. There will also be a craft and the spinning wheel for prizes. Stafford Branch - Stafford Meeting Room

Stafford Branch

Stafford Meeting Room

Join in the celebration of tween artwork contest, winners will be announced, and all participants will get a certificate. There will also be a craft and the spinning wheel for prizes.

Join in the celebration of tween artwork contest, winners will be announced, and all participants will get a certificate. There will also be a craft and the spinning wheel for prizes.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens |

EVENT TYPE: | General | DIY/Craft |

TAGS: | |

Stafford Branch
Phone: (609) 597-3381
Hours
Mon, Aug 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Aug 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 08 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 10 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming Events

Read & Weed Storytime
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Join us at the Stafford Branch in partnership with the Reynolds Family Foundation, for stories and songs and crafts inside and gardening outside. Ages 3 - 12. Drop-In.
Tween/Teen Tuesday: Stafford Branch - Summer 3D Pens
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 and create some Christmas Crafts.
First Wednesday Book Club
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
This month the group will be discussing The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline. Contact the Branch if you would like to join.
Reading Buddies with Therapy Dogs
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in the Children's Room and practice reading this summer with therapy dogs. For children in grades K-3.
This event is full
Outrageous Reptiles with Jenkinson's Aquarium
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Explore the characteristics of our scaly friends, the reptiles! During this live show meet reptile ambassadors to learn about their differences and how they adapt to their habitats.
Cancelled
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Parkinson Voice Project's SPEAK OUT!®
Fri, Aug 08, 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.
Mah Jongg
Fri, Aug 08, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
English Conversation Group
Sun, Aug 10, 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.
Ask a Master Gardener - Diagnostic Clinics
Mon, Aug 11, 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.
Storywalk® at the Stafford Branch Tomorrow's Lily
Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Storywalk® at the Stafford Branch with Tomorrow's Lily by Chris Raschka. Ages 3-12 and families. Drop-In. Raindate August 12 at 10 am.
Plant-astic Succulents & Cacti
Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stafford Meeting Room
Explore the definition of succulents, and their types and traits. Presented by Roberta Quinn certified Rutgers Master Gardener of Ocean County. Please register.  
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Aug 11, 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.
Read & Weed Storytime
Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Join us at the Stafford Branch in partnership with the Reynolds Family Foundation, for stories and songs and crafts inside and gardening outside. Ages 3 - 12. Drop-In.
(Cancelled) Chair Yoga (Cancelled)
Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
This program has been cancelled for August.
This event is full
Coloring for Adults with Special Needs
Wed, Aug 13, 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.
Reading Buddies with Therapy Dogs
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in the Children's Room and practice reading this summer with therapy dogs. For children in grades K-3.
This event is full
STEM LEGO® Builders
Wed, Aug 13, 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.
Mindful Art for Adults
Thu, Aug 14, 2:30pm - 3:45pm
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.
Ikigai Vision Board
Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
Stafford Meeting Room
Learn about the Japanese concept of Ikigai (reason for being) and create an Ikigai-inspired vision board. Please register.
Mah Jongg
Fri, Aug 15, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
Cancelled
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Sat, Aug 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Cloverdale County Park Presents: - Colors in Nature Program for ages 5-8 with caregiver
Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Stafford Meeting Room
Please register one child per caregiver. Learn about native plants and dyes. Go outside and search for nature. Make a project and share what has been made.
Support Group for Caregivers'
Mon, Aug 18, 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, Aug 18, 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.
Read & Weed Storytime
Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Join us at the Stafford Branch in partnership with the Reynolds Family Foundation, for stories and songs and crafts inside and gardening outside. Ages 3 - 12. Drop-In.
Adult Craft Club
Tue, Aug 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Every month we make a new craft. All materials provided. Please register.
This event is full
Little Yogi + Me - Ages 2 - 4 with caregiver.  
Wed, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stafford Meeting Room
Yoga for ages 2 - 4 with caregiver. Please register
Registration opens Wednesday, August 6 2025 at 10:30am
Summer Snacks for Teens with Chef Brian
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Learn to create a delicious drink or summer snack with fresh ingredients from local Chef, Brian Cook. Registration required. Ages 12-18.
Huntington's Disease Support Group
Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Stafford Teen Lab
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.
Digital Literacy
Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Stafford Meeting Room
Join Olga Polites of Media Literacy Now to find out how to tell the difference between useful and misleading online information. Learn how information is created, shared and monetized. Register.
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Thu, Aug 21, 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, Aug 22, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
Tween/Teen Saturday Drop-In copy
Sat, Aug 23, 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, Aug 24, 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.
Ask a Master Gardener - Diagnostic Clinics
Mon, Aug 25, 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, Aug 25, 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.
Read & Weed Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us at the Stafford Branch in partnership with the Reynolds Family Foundation, for stories and songs and crafts inside and gardening outside. Ages 3 - 12. Drop-In.
Creative Social Connections for Seniors
Tue, Aug 26, 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
Support Group for Caregivers'
Wed, Aug 27, 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.
Virtual Talk: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos - with Organizational Psychologist Dr. Tasha Eurich
Thu, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Join us at the Stafford Branch to watch author Dr. Tasha Eurich talk about her book, Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos (And why resilience alone isn't enough). Please register.
Sketchbook Kait : Fun with Fashion Workshop
Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
We are going to have so much fun playing some fashion games and designing clothes on the fashion figure. Ages 6 - 12. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, August 14 2025 at 6:00pm
Mah Jongg
Fri, Aug 29, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
Cancelled
String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Sat, Aug 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
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.
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.
Registration opens Wednesday, August 20 2025 at 10:00am
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.
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