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Story Explorers Lunar New Year

Ages 3-5
2026-02-17 10:00:00 2026-02-17 11:00:00 America/New_York Story Explorers Lunar New Year We will read a longer story and discuss what we have learned. After books and songs we will share a simple craft. REG required. Long Beach Island Branch -

Tuesday, February 17
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2026-02-17 10:00:00 2026-02-17 11:00:00 America/New_York Story Explorers Lunar New Year We will read a longer story and discuss what we have learned. After books and songs we will share a simple craft. REG required. Long Beach Island Branch -

We will read a longer story and discuss what we have learned. After books and songs we will share a simple craft. REG required.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime & Early Learning | Cultural Heritage & Celebrations |

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Long Beach Island Branch
Phone: (609) 494-2480
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We're closed Monday February 16 due to President's Day
Mon, Feb 16 Closed
(President's Day)
Tue, Feb 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Feb 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Feb 19 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Feb 20 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Feb 21 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Feb 22 Closed
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Story Explorers Lunar New Year - Ages 3-5
Tue, Feb 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
We will read a longer story and discuss what we have learned. After books and songs we will share a simple craft. REG required.
Friends of the Island Library Book Sale
Tue, Feb 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Purchase some books to help the Friends of the Island Library continue to provide great programs and support.
Teen Movie Night - The Color Purple (PG-13) 140min
Wed, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 8:20pm
LBI Meeting Room
Celebrate Black History month with us. Enjoy the 2023 film based on the classic novel by Alice Walker
Songs with Miss Summer - Ages 0-4
Thu, Feb 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
LBI Meeting Room
*All children must wear foot coverings (shoes, booties, slippers, or socks) in order to follow the library's health & safety rules.
This event is full
LBI Canasta
Fri, Feb 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Play Canasta with other teams and players at the Long Beach Island Library twice a month. Participants must already have a basic knowledge of the game.
Movie Matinee Monday: THAT THING YOU DO (1996)
Mon, Feb 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
LBI Meeting Room
Monday: 2/23- 1:30 PM: THAT THING YOU DO (1996), Family/Comedy, Rated PG, 110 min. Please register.
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Feb 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
*all children must wear shoes or slippers of some kind to follow health and safety guidelines. Stop by the Long Beach Island branch for Toddler storytime.
This event is full
Heart Health Bingo
Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Play a fun game of BIngo while learning about important heart health topics. Attendees will have the chance to win a pulse oximeter, scale, and/or blood pressure machine. Please register.
Polka Dot Art - Ages 6-9
Wed, Feb 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Make polka dot art in the style of famous artist Yayoi Kusama. REG required.
Poetry Sampler - Black Voices
Fri, Feb 27, All day
In honor of Black History Month, pick up a sample collection of poetry to enrich your creativity. *Available all day while supplies last
Big Book Sale
Fri, Feb 27, 9:00am - 3:00pm
The Friends of the Island Library will have a two-day book sale event on Friday, Feb. 27th and Saturday, Feb. 28th from 9-3. Donations will be accepted on Thursday, Feb. 26 from 9-3. All are welcome.
Big Book Sale
Sat, Feb 28, 9:00am - 3:00pm
The Friends of the Island Library will have a two-day book sale event on Friday, Feb. 27th and Saturday, Feb. 28th from 9-3. Donations will be accepted on Thursday, Feb. 26 from 9-3. All are welcome.
Weather Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Mar 02, All day
Stop by the Long Beach Island Branch this month and complete our fun monthly scavenger hunt.
Movie Matinee Monday: STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE (1979)
Mon, Mar 02, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
LBI Meeting Room
Monday: 3/2- 1:30 PM: STAR TREK: THE MOTION PICTURE (1979), Sci-Fi/Adventure, Rated G, 132 min. Please register.
Story Explorers Read Across America! - Ages 3-5
Tue, Mar 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Celebrate Read Across America on Dr. Seuss' birthday. We will read a Seuss-y story and do a fun craft that will later be displayed in the kid's section. Reg required.
Blood Pressure Clinic
Tue, Mar 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Free monthly blood pressure screening from 11am-12pm the first Tuesday of every month performed by the Long Beach Island Health Department. Walk-ins welcome.
Book Club of LBI
Wed, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
This month's book is: The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline
Songs with Miss Summer - Ages 0-4
Thu, Mar 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
*All children must wear foot coverings (shoes, booties, slippers, or socks) in order to follow the library's health & safety rules.
Registration opens Thursday, February 19 2026 at 10:00am
LBI Poets Studio
Thu, Mar 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Whether you are an accomplished poet or a new one, our monthly workshop will inspire you. To attend this virtual event contact Sue Cummings via email scummings817@comcast.net.
Skillful Play - Ages 2-5
Fri, Mar 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn gross and fine motor skills through fun activities. Parents help guide while the kids do the work. This will help toddlers learn fundamental skills and gain confidence. Reg required.
Registration opens Friday, February 20 2026 at 10:00am
Music Puzzle Packs
Fri, Mar 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Pick up a pack of puzzles and brainteasers to keep your mind sharp. While supplies last.
Cinema in a Bag: THE HIGH NOTE (2020)
Mon, Mar 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
*MOVIE KIT ONLY* THE HIGH NOTE (2020), Musical/Comedy, Rated PG-13 Copies of the movie will be available for check out while supplies last. All you need to enjoy a movie at home. Potential allergen.
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Mar 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
*all children must wear shoes or slippers of some kind to follow health and safety guidelines. Stop by the Long Beach Island branch for Toddler storytime.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 24 2026 at 10:00am
Lunch & Learn: A Good Night's Sleep
Tue, Mar 10, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Lunch provided by Wally's. Sponsored by Causeway CARes.
Registration opens Tuesday, February 17 2026 at 9:00am
Yogalates
Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
LBI Meeting Room
A fun and unique exercise that combines both yoga and Pilates moves that tone, rejuvenate, and energize your body.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 25 2026 at 9:00am
My Name is Marco - A Life of Faith and Music
Wed, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Maestro Robert Butts will present his film on the life and music of Monsignor Marco Frisina featuring interviews with the composer and his friends, family, and colleagues. Please register.
Registration opens Wednesday, February 18 2026 at 9:00am
Songs with Miss Summer - Ages 0-4
Thu, Mar 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
*All children must wear foot coverings (shoes, booties, slippers, or socks) in order to follow the library's health & safety rules.
Registration opens Thursday, February 26 2026 at 10:00am
Speed Friending for Seniors
Thu, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Find potential new friends or acquaintances with shared interests through speed friending. The Library will provide questions for conversation starters. Light refreshments will be served.
Registration opens Thursday, February 19 2026 at 9:00am
LBI Canasta
Fri, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Play Canasta with other teams and players at the Long Beach Island Library twice a month. Participants must already have a basic knowledge of the game.
An Irish Serenade with Jessica Carroll
Sat, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Songs and tales of the Emerald Isle will spring to life during An Irish Serenade with Jessica Carroll. Please register.
Registration opens Saturday, February 21 2026 at 9:00am
Chair Ballet
Mon, Mar 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
LBI Meeting Room
Perfect for the ballet beginner. Experience the joy of chair-based dancing in a class that combines both ballet and exercise specifically for adults.
Movie Matinee Monday: EVERYTHING, EVERYTHING (2017)
Mon, Mar 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
LBI Meeting Room
Monday: 3/16- 1:30 PM: EVERYTHING, EVERYTHING (2017), Family/Comedy, Rated PG-13, 96 min. Please register.
Registration opens Monday, February 23 2026 at 1:30pm
Story Explorers - Ages 3-5
Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Read longer books and discuss what we have learned. After books and songs we will share a simple craft. REG required.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 3 2026 at 10:00am
Friends of the Island Library Book Sale
Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
Purchase some books to help the Friends of the Island Library continue to provide great programs and support.
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LBI Meeting Room
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Registration opens Wednesday, March 4 2026 at 3:30pm
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