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Crinkle Tissue Paper Polar Bear in the Sensory Space
2026-01-03 10:30:00 2026-01-03 11:30:00 America/New_York Crinkle Tissue Paper Polar Bear in the Sensory Space Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch for open hours and a polar bear craft. Toms River Branch - Sensory Space

Saturday, January 03
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-01-03 10:30:00 2026-01-03 11:30:00 America/New_York Crinkle Tissue Paper Polar Bear in the Sensory Space Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch for open hours and a polar bear craft. Toms River Branch - Sensory Space

Toms River Branch

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch for open hours and a polar bear craft.

Visit the Sensory Space and enjoy special lighting, sounds and equipment that create a relaxing experience.  During this session of open hours, you are invited to be creative while you make a crinkle tissue paper polar bear.  All ages.  While supplies last.  

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | DIY/Craft | Diversability |

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Toms River Branch
Phone: 732-349-6200
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Mon, Dec 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 04 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 05 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 07 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Dec 04, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Cancelled
LEAP Class Advanced
Thu, Dec 04, 9:30am - 11:30am
The Library Equal Access Program (LEAP) provides free training in the use of assistive technology on the iPad or iPhone. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course.
Operation Homeplate of Ocean County
Thu, Dec 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Home Town Dairy
Come learn about the Operation Homeplate program and see if you are eligible for NJSNAP benefits with the Ocean County Office of Senior Services.
Registration is now closed
3D Pen Pals
Thu, Dec 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
What Will You Create Today?
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Adult Crafternoon
Thu, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Come Craft With Us!
Registration is now closed
Drop-In Sand Art
Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discovery Room
No registration required. Stop by the Discovery Room to create colorful sand art. Ages 5-12.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Dec 05, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Radical Robots
Fri, Dec 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Radical Robots
Fri, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!
Book Bundles
Sat, Dec 06, 9:00am - 10:00am
As supplies last, check out a bundle of books and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.
Decorate a Paper Gingerbread Puppet in the Sensory Space
Sat, Dec 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch for open hours and a paper gingerbread puppet craft.
Busy Builders
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Dec 07, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch. Due to the high demand, there is a limit of 15 minutes in the Space on Sundays. Availability is first come, first serve.
Art by Cheryl Williams
Mon, Dec 08, All day
McConnell Gallery
Come enjoy acrylic paintings by Cheryl Williams in the McConnell Gallery.
Art by Donald Perrone
Mon, Dec 08, All day
Gallery Spaces - Second Floor
Come enjoy paintings by Donald Perrone in the Second Floor Gallery.
Baby & Me
Mon, Dec 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Green Room
Registration required; begins 11/24. Please register each child's name individually. Visit the library for an interactive program for you and your baby. For babies up to 12 months with a caregiver.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Dec 08, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Zen Zone Mondays: DIY Winter Snow Globes
Mon, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
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 make our own totally chill snow globes to gift or keep!
This event is full
Elvistory: Christmas with the King
Mon, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Mancini Hall
Christmas with The King is a heartwarming and high-energy holiday showcase starring award-winning Elvis tribute artist Ruben Castillo.
Bingo Night
Mon, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Bishop (upstairs)
Registration required; begins November 24th. Please register each child's name individually. Join us to play BINGO and win some prizes. Ages 7-12. Sponsored by the Friends of The Toms River Library
Computer Mouse
Mon, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
No experience using a mouse is required
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Dec 09, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Green Room
Registration required, begins November 25. Please register each child individually. Enjoy stories, songs, and more for you and your little one. Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.
This event is full
3D Pen Pals
Tue, Dec 09, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
What Will You Create Today?
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Dec 09, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Craft with Pride
Tue, Dec 09, 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, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Green Room
This month the selection is "The Light Pirate," by Lily Brooks-Dalton. Please register for this discussion.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Dec 10, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Home Town Dairy
New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.
I Love Penguins Storytime
Wed, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Green Room
Registration required; begins November 26. Please register each child individually. Learn about penguins, listen to stories, and make a craft. Ages 3 - 5.
This event is full
Busy Builders
Wed, Dec 10, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Busy Builders
Wed, Dec 10, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!
LGBTeens December
Wed, Dec 10, 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.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Dec 11, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Cancelled
LEAP Class Advanced
Thu, Dec 11, 9:30am - 11:30am
The Library Equal Access Program (LEAP) provides free training in the use of assistive technology on the iPad or iPhone. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course.
Waddlers Storytime
Thu, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Green Room
Registration required; begins 11/27. Please register each child's name individually. Join us for stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 12 - 23 months.
This event is full
3D Pen Pals
Thu, Dec 11, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
What Will You Create Today?
De-Stress with Dogs for Teens
Thu, Dec 11, 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.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Dec 11, 2:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
3D Pen Pals
Thu, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
What Will You Create Today?
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Thu, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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!
Cancelled
Obituary Searching 101
Fri, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:30am
Librarian Allison Nazzaro will walk you through the best strategies you can use to search for obituaries, as well as how to locate a loved one's grave site.
Sensory Space Storytime
Fri, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sensory Space
Registration required; begins November 28. Please register each child individually. Enjoy stories and songs while engaging your little one's senses in our calming Sensory Space. Ages 3-5
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Dec 12, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Create Your Own Sugar Scrub
Fri, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Home Town Dairy
Join us to learn about the benefits of using sugar scrubs and create your own to take home. Please register.
Gentle Yoga with Belle
Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Bishop (upstairs)
Join Yoga and Pilates instructor, Belle Burns, for an hour long Gentle Yoga class. This program is great for beginners. Please bring a mat.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Dec 13, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Dec 14, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch. Due to the high demand, there is a limit of 15 minutes in the Space on Sundays. Availability is first come, first serve.
Art by Cheryl Williams
Mon, Dec 15, All day
McConnell Gallery
Come enjoy acrylic paintings by Cheryl Williams in the McConnell Gallery.
Art by Donald Perrone
Mon, Dec 15, All day
Gallery Spaces - Second Floor
Come enjoy paintings by Donald Perrone in the Second Floor Gallery.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Dec 15, 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Gingerbread Houses for Teens
Mon, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Home Town Dairy
Do you want to build a gingerbread house? Come out to make one you can keep (or eat!) as we sip hot chocolate and listen to festive music. Potential allergens.
This event is full
Beginner Crocheting Class
Mon, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Once You Get Started, You'll Be Hooked!
This event is full
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Dec 16, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
3D Pen Pals
Tue, Dec 16, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
What Will You Create Today?
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Dec 16, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Paws for Reading
Tue, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mancini Hall
Registration required; begins December 2. Please register each child individually. Practice your reading skills in the company of gentle therapy dogs. Ages 6 - 12.
3D Pen Pals
Tue, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
What Will You Create Today?
DIY Hoop Art Craft for Teens
Tue, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Home Town Dairy
Learn to create DIY hoop art! Ages 12-18
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Dec 17, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Home Town Dairy
New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.
Tales & Tunes Storytime
Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Green Room
Registration required; begins December 3. Please register each child individually. Listen to winter themed stories, sing songs, and create a fun craft. Ages 2 - 3.
Radical Robots
Wed, Dec 17, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!
Adult Crochet Club
Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
B.Y.O.C.P.... Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Dec 18, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Rescheduled
Busy Builders
Thu, Dec 18, 11:00am - 2:30pm
New date Thursday, December 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!
Busy Builders
Thu, Dec 18, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Teen Art Hangout
Thu, Dec 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Join us in the Makerspace for a by teens, for teens art hangout!
Busy Builders
Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!
Cardboard Gingerbread Houses
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discovery Room
Registration required; begins 12/4. Please register each child's name individually. Test your creativity and engineering skills by constructing a gingerbread house using cardboard. Ages 7 - 12.
TPCCC: Character Keychains & Cell Phone Charms
Thu, Dec 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Home Town Dairy
Join us at the Teen Pop Culture Crafting Club as we make custom character keychains and cell phone charms out of shrink plastic!
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Dec 19, 9:30am - 1:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Homeschool Art - Ceramic Cactus Painting
Fri, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Discovery Room
Registration required; begins 12/5. Paint a ceramic cactus and hang out. Ages 6 - 12.
Registration opens Friday, December 5 2025 at 9:00am
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Drop-In Snowy Owl Pinecone Craft
Sat, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Discovery Room
Drop in and create a snowy owl pinecone. No registration required. Ages 3-12.
D-20 Day: Live D & D Show
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mancini Hall
Come now friends into the light of the stranger and witness a thrilling adventure in the world of dungeons and dragons.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Dec 21, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Art by Cheryl Williams
Mon, Dec 22, All day
McConnell Gallery
Come enjoy acrylic paintings by Cheryl Williams in the McConnell Gallery.
Art by Donald Perrone
Mon, Dec 22, All day
Gallery Spaces - Second Floor
Come enjoy paintings by Donald Perrone in the Second Floor Gallery.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Dec 22, 10:30am - 5:00pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
3D Pen Pals
Mon, Dec 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
What Will You Create Today?
Rescheduled
3D Pen Pals
Mon, Dec 22, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
New date Monday, December 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
What Will You Create Today?
3D Pen Pals
Mon, Dec 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
What Will You Create Today?
Rescheduled
3D Pen Pals
Mon, Dec 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Monday, December 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
What Will You Create Today?
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Baby & Me
Tue, Dec 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Green Room
Registration required; begins December 9th. Please register each child's name individually. Enjoy an interactive program for you and your baby. For babies up to 12 months with a caregiver.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 9 2025 at 9:00am
Radical Robots
Tue, Dec 23, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!
Radical Robots
Tue, Dec 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!
Vinyl Record Nights
Tue, Dec 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Atrium
Come unwind and listen to curated vinyl records under the stars of the Toms River library atrium.
Busy Builders
Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!
Busy Builders
Fri, Dec 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Dec 27, 10:30am - 2:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Dec 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Art by Cheryl Williams
Mon, Dec 29, All day
McConnell Gallery
Come enjoy acrylic paintings by Cheryl Williams in the McConnell Gallery.
Art by Donald Perrone
Mon, Dec 29, All day
Gallery Spaces - Second Floor
Come enjoy paintings by Donald Perrone in the Second Floor Gallery.
Book Bundles
Mon, Dec 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
As supplies last, check out a bundle of books and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.
Drop-In Video Games for Kids
Mon, Dec 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
YS Living Room/YS Area
Play video games and make some new friends. Ages 4 - 12. No registration required.
Radical Robots
Tue, Dec 30, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!
Radical Robots
Tue, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Dec 31, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Prom Dress Collection
Fri, Jan 02, All day
The Ocean County Library invites you to donate yours to provide FREE prom dresses to students in grades 8-12 at our upcoming Prom Dress Giveaways.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Jan 02, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Drop-In Building
Fri, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Discovery Room
Drop into the Children's Department for some building fun. Ages 5 - 12. No registration required.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Prom Dress Collection
Sat, Jan 03, All day
The Ocean County Library invites you to donate yours to provide FREE prom dresses to students in grades 8-12 at our upcoming Prom Dress Giveaways.
Crinkle Tissue Paper Polar Bear in the Sensory Space
Sat, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch for open hours and a polar bear craft.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Jan 03, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Drop-In Video Games for Kids
Sat, Jan 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
YS Living Room/YS Area
Play video games and make some new friends. Ages 4 - 12. No registration required.
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