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Registration opens:
February 10th, 2026

Understanding Fraud & Scams
2026-03-10 14:30:00 2026-03-10 15:30:00 America/New_York Understanding Fraud & Scams In this lecture, we'll review some of the most common scams, offer tips for avoiding them, and go over what to do if you do get scammed. Presented by Thomas Phair from AARP New Jersey. Brick Branch - Brick Meeting Room

Tuesday, March 10
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-10 14:30:00 2026-03-10 15:30:00 America/New_York Understanding Fraud & Scams In this lecture, we'll review some of the most common scams, offer tips for avoiding them, and go over what to do if you do get scammed. Presented by Thomas Phair from AARP New Jersey. Brick Branch - Brick Meeting Room

Brick Branch

Brick Meeting Room

In this lecture, we'll review some of the most common scams, offer tips for avoiding them, and go over what to do if you do get scammed. Presented by Thomas Phair from AARP New Jersey.

The ability to spot a scam is an essential digital skill. In this lecture, we’ll review some of the most common scams, offer tips for avoiding them, and go over what to do if you do get scammed. We’ll look at sample emails, texts, and deepfakes to see how AI contributes to the increased spread and complexity of scams. We’ll also provide helpful resources for staying informed about the latest scams.

Presented by Thomas Phair from AARP New Jersey.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Discussion | General |

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Mon, Feb 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Brick 2nd Floor Computer Lab
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Can you guess how many candy hearts are in the jar? Take a guess by February 28th for a chance to win!
Playtime Pals - Ages 0-3 w/ Caregiver
Tue, Feb 10, 9:30am - 10:30am
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Ages 0-3 w/ caregiver: Meet up with other parents and caregivers while your little ones make a new pal during free play time. Drop in.
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Tue, Feb 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Brick 2nd Floor Computer Lab
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Brick Meeting Room
In honor of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a representative from the New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking (NJCAHT) will give a presentation on the basics.
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Wed, Feb 11, All day
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Craft for Adults with Special Challenges - 10am session
Wed, Feb 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Brick Meeting Room
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Craft for Adults with Special Challenges - 11am session
Wed, Feb 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Wed, Feb 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Brick 1st Floor Conference Room (located in Teen Zone)
Ages 12-18: Celebrate Black History Month with us and make a colorful mixed media painting inspired by the work of famous artist Reginald Laurent! Registration Required.
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Wed, Feb 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages 2-12: Stop by within the hour to color a Valentine's Day card to give to someone you care about!
Candy Heart Contest - Guess the Number of Hearts in the Jar!
Thu, Feb 12, All day
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Spend an afternoon coloring, listening to soothing music, drinking coffee, and relaxing with like-minded adults at the library. Potential allergens.
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Fri, Feb 13, All day
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Fri, Feb 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brick Meeting Room
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Brick Meeting Room
A registered nurse from Hackensack Meridian Health will perform free wellness screenings. Screenings will include: blood pressure, pulse, cholesterol, blood sugar, BMI, and stroke risk. Drop-in.
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Fri, Feb 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Brick 1st Floor Conference Room (located in Teen Zone)
Ages 12-18: Buzz on by the Teen Zone, and make an adorable snack cup, worthy of heart eyes! Eat it yourself or gift it to someone special in your life. While supplies last. Potential allergens.
Candy Heart Contest - Guess the Number of Hearts in the Jar!
Sat, Feb 14, All day
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Candy Heart Contest - Guess the Number of Hearts in the Jar!
Tue, Feb 17, All day
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Knitters of Brick
Tue, Feb 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Are you a knitter? Do you want to learn to knit? Join our group to learn or bring your own project and enjoy some conversation!
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Tue, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Tue, Feb 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Wed, Feb 18, All day
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Candy Heart Contest - Guess the Number of Hearts in the Jar!
Thu, Feb 19, All day
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Thu, Feb 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brick Meeting Room
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Mah Jongg Open Play
Thu, Feb 19, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Brick Meeting Room
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Brick Meeting Room
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Fri, Feb 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brick Meeting Room
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Mon, Feb 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Candy Heart Contest - Guess the Number of Hearts in the Jar!
Tue, Feb 24, All day
Can you guess how many candy hearts are in the jar? Take a guess by February 28th for a chance to win!
Perfect Pancake Day - Ages 3-5
Tue, Feb 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brick Meeting Room
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Teen Volunteer Day
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Brick 2nd Floor Computer Lab
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Candy Heart Contest - Guess the Number of Hearts in the Jar!
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Candy Heart Contest - Guess the Number of Hearts in the Jar!
Thu, Feb 26, All day
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Thu, Feb 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
Thu, Feb 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Brick 1st Floor Conference Room (located in Teen Zone)
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Candy Heart Contest - Guess the Number of Hearts in the Jar!
Fri, Feb 27, All day
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Fri, Feb 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Brick 1st Floor Conference Room (located in Teen Zone)
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Candy Heart Contest - Guess the Number of Hearts in the Jar!
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Puzzle Swap
Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Bring in as many gently used puzzles as you'd like to swap with other puzzle enthusiasts!
Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool
Sat, Feb 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Brick Meeting Room
Join us for this fascinating program held in honor of Black History Month.
Seriously Silly Storytime: Read Across America Day - Ages 3-5
Mon, Mar 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brick Meeting Room
Ages 3-5. Join us for a storytime featuring some of our favorite silly stories and an extra silly craft. Registration required.
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TAB (Teen Advisory Board)
Mon, Mar 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Brick 1st Floor Conference Room (located in Teen Zone)
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Tue, Mar 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Brick 1st Floor Conference Room (located in Teen Zone)
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Tofu Eats
Wed, Mar 04, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
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Twisted Stitchers of Ocean County
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Brick 2nd Floor Computer Lab
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Brick Meeting Room
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Brick Meeting Room
Mah Jong, Mahjong, Mahjongg no matter how you spell it, come and enjoy. All play levels welcome. Bring your current card and set.
Happy Little Trees Painting Day - Ages 3-5
Fri, Mar 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brick Meeting Room
Ages 3-5: Join us as we paint some happy little trees. Please register.
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Teen Fine Art Friday
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Brick 1st Floor Conference Room (located in Teen Zone)
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Brick 1st Floor Conference Room (located in Teen Zone)
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Brick Meeting Room
Bring your own lunch and watch a movie in our meeting room.
Monday Movie Matinee
Mon, Mar 09, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Brick Meeting Room
Come in and watch a new movie at the Brick Branch.
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Brick Meeting Room
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Brick Meeting Room
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Registration opens Tuesday, February 10 2026 at 9:00am
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Brick 2nd Floor Computer Lab
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