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Registration opens:
January 21st, 2026

Harriet Tubman

Tales from the Cape
2026-02-18 18:30:00 2026-02-18 19:30:00 America/New_York Harriet Tubman Join us for a glimpse into the life of Harriet Tubman and learn how she traveled through NJ and was an active part of the Abolitionist Movement in Cape May County. Upper Shores Branch - Upper Shores Main Floor

Wednesday, February 18
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-18 18:30:00 2026-02-18 19:30:00 America/New_York Harriet Tubman Join us for a glimpse into the life of Harriet Tubman and learn how she traveled through NJ and was an active part of the Abolitionist Movement in Cape May County. Upper Shores Branch - Upper Shores Main Floor

Upper Shores Branch

Upper Shores Main Floor

Join us for a glimpse into the life of Harriet Tubman and learn how she traveled through NJ and was an active part of the Abolitionist Movement in Cape May County.

In a performance that has been called “Mesmerizing”, Ms. Washington Wilson lends us a special glimpse into the life and times of Harriet Tubman: abolitionist, Underground Railroad conductor, and women’s suffrage supporter who traveled through the State of New Jersey, and was active in the Abolitionist Movement active in Cape May County, NJ, and throughout the DelMarVa Peninsula. Hear of her connection with William Still, Stephen Smith, Jarena Lee and the place where her niece, Florence Cooper is buried in Cape May, NJ. The Underground Railroad had Station Houses throughout South Jersey. Michelle Washington Wilson will take you there through the Tales From The Cape. For Audiences Fifth Grade through Adult. This program is part of a donation made in honor of Martin C. Unfried, Jr.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | Seniors | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Performing Arts | Cultural Heritage & Celebrations |

TAGS: | BlackHistoryMonth |

Upper Shores Branch
Phone: (732) 793-3996
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Mon, Jan 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Jan 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jan 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jan 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jan 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 24 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 25 Closed
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Puzzle Packet
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Test your MLK, Jr. knowledge with crossword and other puzzles. Pick up at the Upper Shores branch. While supplies last.
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Jan 19, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Martin Luther King Jr. Craft
Mon, Jan 19, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a craft that inspires kindness. Ages 5-12.
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Jan 20, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Come to the Upper Shores Branch on Tuesday mornings to enjoy a game of Hand and Foot. Players must bring their own cards and game sets.
Movie in the Library: Loving - In honor of National Day of Racial Healing
Tue, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Interracial couple, Richard and Mildred Loving, were arrested in 1958 for violating the state's miscegenation laws, eventually leading to a landmark Supreme Court decision. PG-13 (123 min)
History of Lavallette (1887-1920)
Wed, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join Lavallette Heritage Committee President, Denise Wirth, to learn how the Lavallette City by the Sea became The Borough of Lavallette.
Sensory Play
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Sensory based activities for kids ages 2-5. Please register each child individually.
A Matter of Balance - Presented by Hackensack Meridian Health
Thu, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Falls are a leading cause of serious injury among older adults. Join us learn about the causes of balance problems, risk factors for falls, and simple steps you can take to make your home safer.
OC Purls Knitting Group
Fri, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring your knitting projects to the library and enjoy some conversation while you knit!
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Jan 26, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Jan 27, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Come to the Upper Shores Branch on Tuesday mornings to enjoy a game of Hand and Foot. Players must bring their own cards and game sets.
Sensory Play
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
Sensory based activities for kids ages 2-5. Please register each child individually.
Family Craft Time
Thu, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Join us for an afternoon craft activity. Please register each child individually. Ages 5-12.
Petite Picassos - Art for Babies
Mon, Feb 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join other caregivers and their children for an age-appropriate art activity. Ages 0-24 months. Please register each child individually for one session only. Adults do not need to register.
Petite Picassos - Art for Babies
Mon, Feb 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join other caregivers and their children for an age-appropriate art activity. Ages 0-24 months. Please register each child individually for one session only. Adults do not need to register.
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Feb 02, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Feb 03, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come to the Upper Shores Branch on Tuesday mornings to enjoy a game of Hand and Foot. Players must bring their own cards and game sets.
Crafty Tweens
Tue, Feb 03, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Join us for some screen free arts and crafts fun for tweens. Ages 10-18
Paws For Preschoolers
Wed, Feb 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Preschoolers are invited to snuggle up, look through picture books, and read together with the help of a parent or caregiver to one of our therapy dogs.
Cookbook Club
Wed, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Bring in a dish from the selected cookbook of the month to share and discuss with fellow culinary enthusiasts!
Storytime
Thu, Feb 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us for stories and hands-on activities. Ages 2-5. Please register each child individually.
Live Piano: The Great American Standards
Thu, Feb 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
The talented Gary Evans visits to entertain us at the piano with his delightful music. Stop by and listen or sing along to some of your favorites! Requests are always welcome!
Thursday Book Club
Thu, Feb 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Morning Book Club
Fri, Feb 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Afternoon Book Club
Fri, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Feb 09, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Feb 10, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come to the Upper Shores Branch on Tuesday mornings to enjoy a game of Hand and Foot. Players must bring their own cards and game sets.
Painting Station
Wed, Feb 11, 10:30am - 11:15am
Each month we will explore painting in a fun new way-using different tools, textures, and materials to create unique works of art. Ages 2-5.
Are You Feeling Blue? - Presented by Hackensack Meridian Health
Wed, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Feeling overwhelmed? Join us to explore the different types of stress, master proven coping skills, and learn powerful relaxation techniques to effectively dial down stress and anxiety.
Storytime
Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us for stories and hands-on activities. Ages 2-5. Please register each child individually.
Family Craft Time
Thu, Feb 12, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Join us for an afternoon craft activity. Please register each child individually. Ages 5-12.
OC Purls Knitting Group
Fri, Feb 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring your knitting projects to the library and enjoy some conversation while you knit!
Movie in the Library: Four Letters of Love
Sat, Feb 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Nicholas and Isabel are soulmates destined to meet, but love's path is anything but smooth and although they are separated, their lives intertwine in a miraculous reunion. PG (125 min)
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Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Feb 16, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Feb 17, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come to the Upper Shores Branch on Tuesday mornings to enjoy a game of Hand and Foot. Players must bring their own cards and game sets.
Movie in the Library: Four Letters of Love
Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Nicholas and Isabel are soulmates destined to meet, but love's path is anything but smooth and although they are separated, their lives intertwine in a miraculous reunion. PG (125 min)
Registration opens Tuesday, January 20 2026 at 6:00pm
Harriet Tubman - Tales from the Cape
Wed, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Upper Shores Main Floor
Join us for a glimpse into the life of Harriet Tubman and learn how she traveled through NJ and was an active part of the Abolitionist Movement in Cape May County.
Registration opens Wednesday, January 21 2026 at 9:00am
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