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TAB Book Cafe

Ages 12 - 18
2025-09-03 15:30:00 2025-09-03 16:30:00 America/New_York TAB Book Cafe Hang out and discuss books for volunteer hours or simply for the love of reading! Please alert staff of potential allergens. Lacey Branch - Lacey Meeting Room

Wednesday, September 03
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-03 15:30:00 2025-09-03 16:30:00 America/New_York TAB Book Cafe Hang out and discuss books for volunteer hours or simply for the love of reading! Please alert staff of potential allergens. Lacey Branch - Lacey Meeting Room

Lacey Branch

Lacey Meeting Room

Hang out and discuss books for volunteer hours or simply for the love of reading! Please alert staff of potential allergens.

Participate in book-based volunteer tasks while enjoying some delicious treats. Please alert staff of potential allergens. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | General | Book Discussion |

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Lacey Branch
Phone: (609) 693-8566
Hours
We're closed Sunday August 31 due to Labor Day Weekend
Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
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

Ice Cream Sundae Party - End of summer activities for Lacey Branch Summer Readers.
Fri, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Stop in anytime between 1 and 2:30 pm. Please register. This event is only for children who registered for AND tracked reading in the "Color Our World" Beanstack challenge at the LACEY BRANCH.
Registration is now closed
Open Playtime - Best for ages 1 - 5 with a caregiver.
Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
Stop in, play with some of our educational toys and meet new friends. No registration required.
TAB Book Cafe - Ages 12 - 18
Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Hang out and discuss books for volunteer hours or simply for the love of reading! Please alert staff of potential allergens.
Magic the Gathering Open Play
Wed, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Join us for Magic: The Gathering Open Play at the library! Bring your deck or use one of our provided starter decks, and enjoy friendly games in a relaxed environment.
TAB - Teen Advisory Board - Ages 12 - 18
Thu, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours. Ages 12 - 18.
De-Stress with Dogs for Teens - Ages 12 - 18
Fri, Sep 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Drop in and de-stress with therapy dogs. You can talk to the dogs, relax, play, and hang out with the visiting furry friends.
Saturday Movie and Craft
Sat, Sep 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Enjoy viewing the 1990 film release of Hercules (1997;G; 95 min.) and complete an accompanying craft.
Builders' Club for Adults with Special Challenges
Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
Come join us for a creative experience, where participants can freely explore and build using the library's kits. Made possible by the Kearny Bank Foundation Grant. Please register for this event.
Meet the Mayor
Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us as the Lacey Branch hosts Meet the Mayor with Lacey Mayor Peter Curatolo. During this event you'll be able to ask questions directly to the Lacey Mayor in an informal setting.
Anime & Manga Cafe - Ages 12 - 18
Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Relax and hang out with friends while playing anime trivia, enjoying Japanese snacks, and reading the latest manga. Potential allergens. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lacey Library.
Mental Health Association of NJ Open Table
Wed, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop in to speak with a MHANJ representative to learn about valuable mental health resources.
Family Game Night
Wed, Sep 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Drop in for a fun, family experience with classic and new board games. Sponsored by the Friends of the Lacey Library.
Let's Get Animated! For Neurodivergent Teens - Ages 12 - 18
Thu, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Part social hour, part art time, all fun! Watch cartoons while getting creative. Program made possible by the Kearny Bank Foundation Grant. 
Hometown Heroes: Lacey Police Department - Ocean County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit
Fri, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
In honor of Patriot Day, learn about the Lacey Police Department and the Ocean County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit. See patrol vehicles, view tools, and meet the K-9 Unit. All ages, please register.
A Taste of the Jersey Shore with Chef Brian
Sat, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Celebrate OCL's 100th anniversary with a special culinary experience! Join Chef Brian for a delicious program as he prepares a selection of dishes inspired by the Jersey Shore. Potential allergens.
Registration opens Saturday, August 30 2025 at 9:00am
Lacey Book Discussion
Mon, Sep 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
This month's book discussion is "The Light Pirate" by Lily Brooks-Dalton. Contact Lacey Circulation for more information
Hometown Heroes: Lacey Township EMS
Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
In honor of Patriot Day, meet Lacey Township EMS and learn about their history of service. See EMS tools and view their ambulance vehicles. All ages welcome. Please register.  
Registration opens Tuesday, September 2 2025 at 9:00am
LEGO® Free Play
Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
We'll supply the LEGO® and you supply imagination.  Display your creations for everyone to admire. Best for ages 5 - 12.  No registration required.
Cancelled
Mother Goose Time - Rhythm, rhyme, music and movement for babies up to 18 months
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Please register once for this three-week session held on September 17th, 24th and October 1st.
Mother Goose Time - For babies up to 18 months and their caregivers.
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
Rhythm, rhyme, music and movement for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Please register once for this three-week session, held on September 17th, 24th, and October 1st.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 3 2025 at 9:00am
Chair Yoga with Linda Higley: Afternoon Series
Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxing afternoon session of chair yoga led by certified yoga instructor, Linda Higley. A waiver form must be signed before the start of the program to participate.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 3 2025 at 9:00am
National Library Card Sign Up Month Craft
Wed, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Celebrate National Library Card Sign Up Month with a fun papercraft! Please register as supplies are limited.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 3 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Time - 9:30 am group - Stories, rhymes, music and movement for ages 19 - 36 months.
Thu, Sep 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Please register once for this three-week session, held on September 18th, 25th, and October 2nd.
Registration opens Thursday, September 4 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Time - 10:30 am group - Stories, rhymes, music and movement for ages 19 - 36 months.
Thu, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Please register once, for this three-week session held on September 18th, 25th and October 2nd.
Registration opens Thursday, September 4 2025 at 9:00am
After School STEM Club - Bridges - Ages 6 - 12
Thu, Sep 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
We'll learn a little about bridge engineering and create our own bridges out of simple materials. Registration is required.
Registration opens Thursday, September 4 2025 at 9:00am
Music, Movement and Parachute Play - For ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver.
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Registration is required and begins on September 5th.
Registration opens Friday, September 5 2025 at 9:00am
Country Line Dancing with Maureen Hawkins
Fri, Sep 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
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.
Registration opens Friday, September 5 2025 at 9:00am
100th Anniversary Celebration
Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Celebrate the Ocean County Library's 100th Anniversary with a cupcake and craft party. Potential allergen.
Registration opens Saturday, September 6 2025 at 9:00am
Book Talk and Craft for Adults with Special Challenges
Mon, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Come join us to read and discuss a book celebrating the autumn season and make a related craft. Made possible by the Kearny Bank Foundation Grant. Please register for this event.
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 9:00am
Teen Game Afternoon - Ages 12 - 18
Mon, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Hang out and play some fun video and board games.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 - 5 with a caregiver.
Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Stories, rhymes and songs, followed by a simple craft. Please register for this two-week session being held on September 23rd and 30th.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 9 2025 at 9:00am
Friends of the Lacey Library Meeting
Tue, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Friends design and manage fundraising activities to support the Lacey Library. New members always welcome. Drop In.
Mother Goose Time - For babies up to 18 months and their caregivers.
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
Rhythm, rhyme, music and movement for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Please register once for this three-week session, held on September 17th, 24th, and October 1st.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 3 2025 at 9:00am
Cancelled
Mother Goose Time - Rhythm, rhyme, music and movement for babies up to 18 months
Wed, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Please register once for this three-week session held on September 17th, 24th and October 1st.
Toddler Time - 9:30 am group - Stories, rhymes, music and movement for ages 19 - 36 months.
Thu, Sep 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Please register once for this three-week session, held on September 18th, 25th, and October 2nd.
Registration opens Thursday, September 4 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Time - 10:30 am group - Stories, rhymes, music and movement for ages 19 - 36 months.
Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lacey Meeting Room
Please register once, for this three-week session held on September 18th, 25th and October 2nd.
Registration opens Thursday, September 4 2025 at 9:00am
Paws for Reading
Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Practice reading in the company of gentle therapy dogs. No registration required.
Stitch It Club
Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Come knit, crochet, sew, or embroider with fellow stitch it members. Share leisurely conversation & tips. All skill levels are welcome.
Homeschool STEAM - Caves
Fri, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lacey Meeting Room
Best for ages 5 - 10. Please register.
Registration opens Friday, September 12 2025 at 9:00am
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