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Think Chess: Beginner and Intermediate

Ages 8-14
2025-10-22 18:30:00 2025-10-22 19:45:00 America/New_York Think Chess: Beginner and Intermediate Special 6-Week Chess class. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Ages 8 - 14. Please Register. Please note the first session on 10/1 will run 6:30-7:30pm Jackson Branch - Storytime Room

Wednesday, October 22
6:30pm - 7:45pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-22 18:30:00 2025-10-22 19:45:00 America/New_York Think Chess: Beginner and Intermediate Special 6-Week Chess class. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Ages 8 - 14. Please Register. Please note the first session on 10/1 will run 6:30-7:30pm Jackson Branch - Storytime Room

Jackson Branch

Storytime Room

Special 6-Week Chess class. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Ages 8 - 14. Please Register. Please note the first session on 10/1 will run 6:30-7:30pm

Special 6-Week Chess class. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Ages 8 - 14. Please Register. This is a 6 week class, please make sure you are available for all 6 sessions before registering. Please inform Library staff if there is any session you will not be available for. Please note the first session on 10/1 will run 6:30-7:30pm, the following sessions will go until 7:45pm.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event |

TAGS: | OCLFriendsSponsored |

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Thu, Oct 02, 9:30am - 8:30pm
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Tune of the Season:Autumn & Halloween Tunes
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
A festive musical challenge will celebrate the sounds of the season! From Halloween favorites to warm and cozy autumn songs, this special edition of Name That Tune will test your knowledge.
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Bad Art Afternoon for Teens - Ages 12-18
Thu, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Teens, get ready to glue, color, draw, and paint to create some really, really, bad art. Use your imagination and put your creativity (or lack thereof) to the test to try and create your worst.
Registration is now closed
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Oct 03, 9:30am - 4:30pm
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World Animal Day Drop-in Crafts - All Ages
Fri, Oct 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join us in the Children's Department and make a cute DIY paper animal craft in celebration of World Animal Day.
Sensory-Friendly Drop-In Saturday Morning Cartoons - All Ages
Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Sensory Space
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Oct 04, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
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Sat, Oct 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join the Pinelands Preservation Alliance for an eye-opening journey through the ancient forces that shaped South Jersey's landscape and the rare ecosystem they support today.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Oct 06, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
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Community Crafters
Mon, Oct 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.
Adults w/ Special Challenges Craft: Pumpkin Pie & Patchwork
Mon, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Join us to create two festive fall crafts: a decorative pumpkin pie slice and a patchwork pumpkin!
Achieving Financial Fitness
Mon, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join Laura Reeves Certified Financial Planner, Certified Retirement Planning Counselor and local business owner for this fun and interactive approach to organizing your finances. Please Register.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Messy Art - Ages 2-5
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Station based art play. Dress for a mess. Please register.
This event is full
Tuesday Muse Book Discussion Group
Tue, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Book title: Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict
Jackson Writers' Group
Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.
Banned Books Bingo
Tue, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Celebrate Banned Books Week with a game of bingo.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Oct 08, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
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English Conversation Group
Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? A local volunteer will assist non-native English speakers practice conversational English. New members are always welcome. 
Think Chess: Beginner and Intermediate - Ages 8-14
Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Storytime Room
Special 6-Week Chess class. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Ages 8 - 14. Please Register. Please note the first session on 10/1 will run 6:30-7:30pm
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Oct 09, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Babytime - 0 - 18 months
Thu, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Join us for 15 - 20 minutes of songs and activities followed by an hour of adult and child socialization. Ages 0 - 18 months. REG
Art For the Non-Artist with Jenny
Thu, Oct 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Learn foundational drawing skills and techniques with Art coach Jenny Santa Maria and create a stunning drawing. Registration is required.
DIY Ghost Keychains - Ages 12-18
Thu, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace
Ever wanted to have your own little ghost to follow you around? Now you can!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join yoga instructor Belle Burns for an hour long long gentle beginner friendly chair yoga practice
Registration is now closed
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Oct 10, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Oct 11, 9:30am - 4:30pm
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Maker Drop-in Building - All Ages
Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Join us in the Children's Department for some building fun.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters Information Table
Sat, Oct 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Oct 12, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Oct 13, 9:30am - 8:30pm
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Dance With Me: Monster Mash - 3 - 5 years
Mon, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
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Mon, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Oct 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Paper Tree Craft for Adults with Special Challenges - Create a Fall Tree
Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Create a Fall Themed Tree!
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Tue, Oct 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
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Tween Art-Hispanic Heritage Month - Ages 8-12
Tue, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Oct 15, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Halloween Cookie Cutter Demo & Giveaway
Wed, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
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This event is full
Think Chess: Beginner and Intermediate - Ages 8-14
Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Storytime Room
Special 6-Week Chess class. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Ages 8 - 14. Please Register. Please note the first session on 10/1 will run 6:30-7:30pm
English Conversation Group
Wed, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? A local volunteer will assist non-native English speakers practice conversational English. New members are always welcome. 
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Oct 16, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
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Jackson Meeting Room
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Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Oct 17, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
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Sat, Oct 18, 9:30am - 4:30pm
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Sat, Oct 18, 10:30am - 3:30pm
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Sat, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Oct 19, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Oct 20, 9:30am - 8:30pm
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Community Crafters
Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.
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Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
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Mon, Oct 20, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
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This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Oct 21, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) - Ages 12-18
Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.
Spooky Movie night - Ages 6-12
Tue, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Storytime Room
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Oct 22, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
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Jackson Meeting Room
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Think Chess: Beginner and Intermediate - Ages 8-14
Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Storytime Room
Special 6-Week Chess class. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Ages 8 - 14. Please Register. Please note the first session on 10/1 will run 6:30-7:30pm
English Conversation Group
Wed, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? A local volunteer will assist non-native English speakers practice conversational English. New members are always welcome. 
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Oct 23, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Tween Homeschool Makers - Ages 8 - 12
Thu, Oct 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Come learn something new. Ages 8 - 12. REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Oct 24, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Oct 25, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
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Saturday Morning Cartoons - All Ages
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Enjoy classic cartoons, coloring, and crafts available in the Children's Department. No registration required.
Saturday Morning Book Discussion
Sat, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Discuss your latest read and share suggestions with your peers. All are welcome. Ages 18 and over.
Registration is now closed
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Oct 26, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Oct 27, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
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Community Crafters
Mon, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Oct 28, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Pens and Pages: Book and Writing Club - Spooky Edition - Ages 12-18
Tue, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room
Join your peers in a club devoted to reading and writing while having a spooky good time! Please register.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 7 2025 at 6:00pm
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Oct 29, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
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Medicare Enrollment
Wed, Oct 29, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Makerspace
Get free, unbiased, one-on-one assistance with your Medicare coverage before it's too late! By appointment only. Please call the Office of Senior Services at 732-929-2091 to schedule an appointment.
Think Chess: Beginner and Intermediate - Ages 8-14
Wed, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Storytime Room
Special 6-Week Chess class. Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Ages 8 - 14. Please Register. Please note the first session on 10/1 will run 6:30-7:30pm
Registration opens Wednesday, October 8 2025 at 6:30pm
English Conversation Group
Wed, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? A local volunteer will assist non-native English speakers practice conversational English. New members are always welcome. 
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Oct 30, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Spooky Drop-in Crafts - All Ages
Thu, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop by the Children's section to make a craft!
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Oct 31, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Trick or Treat in the Library - All Ages
Fri, Oct 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Come in costume to Trick or Treat in the library for candy, crafts and more! Sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Nov 01, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space, located on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
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