Zen Zone Mondays: Sensory Slime Fest

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

Atrium

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

Toms River Friends Outdoor Book Sale

Sat, Sep 20, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Drop by to browse a selection of books, DVDs and CDs, weather permitting.

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.

Creative Visions by the Toms River Artist Community

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.

Mon, Sep 22, All day

The Ocean County Library Toms River Branch is pleased to present a display of creations by members of the Toms River Artist Community (TRAC), Friday, August 29 through Monday, September 29.

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.

This event is full

Beginner Block Coding

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

An Introduction To Block Coding

This event is full

Zen Zone Mondays: Back to School Survival Kits

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.

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.

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, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

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

MarioKart Tournament

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Wed, Sep 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Trevor's Banned Book Club

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

Sensory Space

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

MarioKart Tournament

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.

Rescheduled

Meet a YMCA Rep

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

New date Thursday, September 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Visit with a YMCA Rep in the lobby.

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

Sensory Space

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

Meet a YMCA Rep

Thu, Sep 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Visit with a YMCA Rep in the lobby.

Drop-in Fabulous Fall Crafts

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

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.

Teen Pop Culture Crafting Club: Mashle & Cream Puffs

Thu, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Home Town Dairy

Join the Teen Pop Culture Crafting Club this month as we watch episodes of Mashle: Magic and Muscles while we fill and eat cream puffs. Ages 12-18.

Fri, Sep 26, 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 26, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Watercolor Pencils 101

Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Green Room

Watercolor pencil provides participants with the color of dry media, but the beauty and delicacy of watercolor.

Stamping 101

Fri, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Green Room

Unleash your creativity in this beginner-friendly workshop designed to inspire, taught by Jenny Santa Maria!

This event is full

Fri, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Yoga Pilates Fusion with Belle

Sat, Sep 27, 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 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Bishop (upstairs)

Join Yoga and Pilates instructor, Belle Burns, for an hour-long beginner Yoga-Pilates Fusion class.. This program is great for beginners. Please bring a mat.

Sun, Sep 28, 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 29, 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 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Mon, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Sep 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Preschool Stroytime

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins September 15. Have fun and develop pre-reading skills with stories and a craft. Ages 3-5.

Mon, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Decades of Dance for Adults with Special Challenges - Celebrating 100 Years of OCL

Tue, Sep 30, 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 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Mancini Hall

Adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to celebrate the Ocean County Library's 100th Anniversary. Registration required.

This event is full

Rescheduled

Mario Kart Tournament

Tue, Sep 30, 11:00am - 4:00pm

New date Tuesday, September 30, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Let's A Go!

Mario Kart Tournament

Tue, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Tue, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mario Kart Tournament

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Tue, Sep 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Home Town Dairy

Join players on an adventure in the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Open to new and experienced players. Space is limited, be sure to register. Ages 13-18.

This event is full

Wed, Oct 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

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

Baby & Me

Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins September 17th. Please register each child individually. Visit the library for an interactive program for you and your baby. For babies up to 12 months with a caregiver.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Wed, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Wed, Oct 01, 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!

Adult Crocheting Club

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP... Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

Book Bundles

Thu, Oct 02, 9:00am - 10:00am

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

Cancelled

Music & Movement: Monster Mash Edition

Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 1:00pm

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

Thu, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Registration required; begins 9/18. Please register each child's name individually. Join us for a program full of singing, dancing, playing and learning. Ages 2 - 5 years old.

This event is full

Quiet Cricut Morning

Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Cancelled

Virtual Talk: Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the U.S. - Virtual

Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

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

Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/94798

Drop-in DIY Sensory Water Bottles

Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Thu, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Stop by to make a sensory water bottle while supplies last in honor of Diversability Awareness Month. Ages 5-12. Sponsored By the Friends of the Toms River Library.

Fall Pallet Painting Program

Thu, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join us as we create a beautiful fall themed painting on a wooden pallet with Debby Pease.

This event is full

FanNation Kick-off: Cosplay Karaoke

Fri, Oct 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come Make Some Art With Us!

Fri, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Mancini Hall

Join us for a sing-a-long karaoke event. Come in cosplay or sporting your favorite fandom t-shirt.

Fri, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come Make Some Art With Us!

Fri, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

FanNation: Geekstravaganza - 10th Annual FanNation Event

Sat, Oct 04, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Sat, Oct 04, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Atrium,Bishop (upstairs),Discovery Room,Gallery Spaces - Second Floor,Green Room,Home Town Dairy,Lobby,Mancini Hall,Staff Conference Room ,Staff Lunch Room,Teen Zone,YS Living Room/YS Area

Join us for the 10th Annual FanNation event on Saturday, October 4th from 10AM-4PM

Snow White Storytime

Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:00am

Enjoy a Princess themed storytime including stories, games, and a meet & greet with Snow White.

Children's Padawan Training Class - Presented by Saber Guild Corellia

Sat, Oct 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Costumed Jedi instructors guide a group of children to "Use the Force".

Children's Padawan Training Class - Presented by Saber Guild Corellia

Sat, Oct 04, 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Costumed Jedi instructors guide a group of children to "Use the Force".

Fencing Through the Ages - Sword Demo

Sat, Oct 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Join historical weapons demonstrators as they explain different types of Middle Ages and Renaissance weapons.

Maleficent's Daughter Storytime

Sat, Oct 04, 1:30pm - 2:00pm

Enjoy a villain themed storytime including stories, games, and a meet & greet with Maleficent's Daughter.

Self-Publishing Workshop - Presented by NYT Bestselling Author Caridad Pineiro

Sat, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Sat, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Want to indie publish your work? Discover the various ways you can use the Internet to publish your work and how to prepare for the successful launch of your work.

Nerdy Trivia

Sat, Oct 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Compete as a team in Jeopardy-style nerdy trivia for the chance to win small prizes. These games will include some of the following categories, anime, games, movies, and other interests and fandoms.

Cosplay Contest

Sat, Oct 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Represent your fandom and participate in our cosplay contest where prizes will be awarded to the top 3 cosplayers.

I Love Moose Storytime

Mon, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Registration required; begins September 22. Please register each child individually. Learn about moose, listen to stories, and make a craft. Ages 3 - 5.

Registration opens Monday, September 22 2025 at 9:00am

Basic Beginner's Excel Class - Part 1 on October 6 Part 2 on October 13

Mon, Oct 06, 4:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

A beginner's introduction to Excel class. Part 1 on October 6. Part 2 on October 13.

Spooky Movie Night

Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Green Room

Registration required; begins September 22. Register each child individually. Join us for a screening of Who Framed Rodger Rabbit (PG, 103 minutes) Ages 7 - 12.

Registration opens Monday, September 22 2025 at 9:00am

Beginner Crochet Class

Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Once You Get Started, You'll Be Hooked

Employment and an Overview of the NJ DDD - Navigating Life with Intellectual & Developmental Disability

Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

During this workshop, you will learn how the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities can prepare intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals to enter the workforce.

Employment: An Overview of Services Provided by the NJ DVRS - Navigating Life with Intellectual & Developmental Disability

Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

This program will provide an overview of the employment assistance services that the New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilition Services offers disabled individuals.

Homeschool Drop-in DIY Puzzle Decorating

Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Stop by the Discovery Room and decorate your own puzzle. Ages 5-12.

Radical Robots

Tue, Oct 07, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!

Tue, Oct 07, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Tue, Oct 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Radical Robots

Tue, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!

Game Night for Adults

Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

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

Wed, Oct 08, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

It's Fun To Be One Storytime

Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

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

Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins September 24. Please register each child individually. Grow little one's love for the library with stories, songs, and playtime. Ages 12-23 months with a caregiver.

Registration opens Wednesday, September 24 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come Make Some Art With Us!

Wed, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Baseball Moments: Tales of the Game

Wed, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come Make Some Art With Us!

Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

Phil Coffin will talk about tales from his latest book of baseball history, A Baseball Book of Days: Thirty-One Moments That Transformed the Game.

LGBTeens

Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Teen Zone

Join us for LGBTeens, a club for LGBTQIA+ and allied teens to participate in fun activities, support one another, explore our collection of LGBTQ books, and help create library programs.

Tales & Tunes Storytime

Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins September 25. Please register each child individually. Listen to fall themed stories, sing songs, and create a fun craft. Ages 2 - 3.

Registration opens Thursday, September 25 2025 at 9:00am

Rescheduled

Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 4:00pm

New date Thursday, October 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

What Will You Create Today?

De-Stress with Dogs for Teens

Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Thu, Oct 09, 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.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Thu, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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!

Rescheduled

What Skills Can YOU Teach Your Child with Autism?

Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

New date Thursday, October 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Teachers and therapists work with your autistic child every day to help develop their cognitive and social skills. But what can you, as a parent and caregiver, do to increase their progress?

What Skills Can YOU Teach Your Child with Autism?

Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Home Town Dairy

Teachers and therapists work with your autistic child every day to help develop their cognitive and social skills. But what can you, as a parent and caregiver, do to increase their progress?

Drop-in Foam Coin Purses

Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Stop by the Discovery Room to make your own colorful foam coin purse while supplies last. Ages 5-12.

Virtual Talk with YA Fantasy Author Leigh Bardugo - Virtual

Thu, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/95384

Sensory Space Storytime

Fri, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sensory Space

Registration required; begins 9/26. Please register each child's name individually. Enjoy stories and songs while engaging your little one's senses in our calming Sensory Space. Ages 3 - 5.

Registration opens Friday, September 26 2025 at 9:00am

Quiet Cricut Morning

Fri, Oct 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Fri, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Fri, Oct 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Teen Art Gala

Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Mancini Hall

Join us for an afternoon gala exhibiting the collaborative art projects created by the 2025 S.A.I.L volunteers. Participate in various activities, collect trading cards, and earn volunteer hours.

Mon, Oct 13, 1:30pm - 5:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Haunted Bird

Mon, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 7:35pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Build and decorate a bird house that's sure to scare away all of the trick or tweeters!

This event is full

Basic Beginner's Excel Class - Part 1 on October 6 Part 2 on October 13

Mon, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

A beginner's introduction to Excel class. Part 1 on October 6. Part 2 on October 13.

Drop-in Video Games for Kids

Mon, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

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

Toddler Play

Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins September 30. Please register each child individually. Visit the library with your little one for playtime, coloring, and more. Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 30 2025 at 9:00am

Quiet Cricut Morning

Tue, Oct 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Sparks's Lab Super Smash Bros Tourney

Tue, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Craft with Pride

Tue, Oct 14, 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, Oct 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Green Room

This month the selection is "Sooley," by John Grisham. Please register for this discussion.

Book Talk and Craft for Adults with Special Challenges

Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

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

Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Come join us to read and discuss a book, then make a related craft.

Registration opens Wednesday, September 24 2025 at 9:00am

Radical Robots

Wed, Oct 15, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!

Talavera Tiles Craft for Teens

Wed, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Home Town Dairy

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about and creating your own talavera tiles Ages 12 - 18

Adult Crocheting Club

Wed, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP... Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

The Italian American Songbook - A Multimedia Presentation with Jimmy Scalia

Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

This multimedia presentation by Jimmy Scalia will delight audiences with the sounds and life stories about favorite Italian American artists.

Thu, Oct 16, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Fall Waddlers Storytime

Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required. Please register each child's name individually. Registration begins 10/2. Join us for stories, songs and a craft. Ages 12 - 23 months.

Registration opens Thursday, October 2 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 16, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come Make Some Art With Us!

Thu, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

TPCCC: Gastly Halloween Ornament

Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come Make Some Art With Us!

Thu, Oct 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Home Town Dairy

Do you love spooky, ghost-type Pokémon? Come join us at Teen Pop Culture Crafting Club to create your own hanging Ghastly. You'll be able to haunt your house for Halloween! Ages 13-18.

Fri, Oct 17, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Preschool Storytime

Fri, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins October 3. Have fun and develop pre-reading skills with stories and a craft. Ages 3-5.

Registration opens Friday, October 3 2025 at 9:00am

Create Your Own Tea Blend

Fri, Oct 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Fri, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Bishop (upstairs)

Come learn about the benefits of drinking tea. Create your own tea blend to try and take home.

Fri, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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