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Registration opens:
April 10th, 2026

Digital Literacy Crash Course
2026-05-08 10:30:00 2026-05-08 11:30:00 America/New_York Digital Literacy Crash Course Learn how online information is created, shared, and monetized with Olga Polites of Media Literacy Now. Develop essential skills to critically evaluate media and engage responsibly. Upper Shores Branch - Upper Shores Meeting Room

Friday, May 08
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-05-08 10:30:00 2026-05-08 11:30:00 America/New_York Digital Literacy Crash Course Learn how online information is created, shared, and monetized with Olga Polites of Media Literacy Now. Develop essential skills to critically evaluate media and engage responsibly. Upper Shores Branch - Upper Shores Meeting Room

Upper Shores Branch

Upper Shores Meeting Room

Learn how online information is created, shared, and monetized with Olga Polites of Media Literacy Now. Develop essential skills to critically evaluate media and engage responsibly.

With more information available online than ever before, it can be challenging to distinguish between what is useful and what is misleading. Join Olga Polites of Media Literacy Now for an engaging session on how information is created, shared, and monetized. Learn essential skills to critically evaluate online media and engage with it responsibly and effectively.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Computers & Technology |

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Upper Shores Branch
Phone: (732) 793-3996
Hours
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Mon, Apr 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Apr 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Apr 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 11 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 12 Closed
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Painting Station
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join us for a special Art Month activity where preschoolers can create, and express themselves through art. All materials will be provided. Ages 2-5.
This event is full
Friends of the Upper Shores Branch Meeting
Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Upper Shores Main Floor
Quarterly meeting for The Friends of the Upper Shores Branch. New members welcome!
Jessica Carroll Sings Americana
Wed, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Shores Main Floor
Jessica Carroll performs patriotic hymns, Americana folk songs and shares stories about their origins. Sponsored by The Friends of the Upper Shores Branch.
Listening for Change: - Understanding Hearing Loss As We Age
Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Presented by Hackensack Meridian Health
Morning Book Club
Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
OC Purls Knitting Group
Fri, Apr 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Bring your knitting projects to the library and enjoy some conversation while you knit!
Afternoon Book Club
Fri, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Apr 13, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Apr 14, 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: A Quiet Passion
Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
In honor of National Poetry Month, come see Cynthia Nixon as Emily Dickinson in this powerful film of her life. PG-13 (125 min)
Family Craft Time
Wed, Apr 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us for an afternoon craft activity. Please register each child individually. Ages 5-12.
This event is full
Adult Craft: Book Bedazzling
Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Decorate a book using gems. Bring your own book or choose one of ours. Registration required.
Chair Yoga
Fri, Apr 17, 9:30am - 10:30am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Boost your strength, flexibility, and mental health through chair yoga with local certified yoga instructor Regina Pietersen. A waiver must be signed before start of program.
This event is full
Caregiving Presented by AARP NJ - Caring For your Family, Friends and Loved Ones
Fri, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join speakers from AARP to learn how to you can determine your loved ones current or future needs, create a caregiving plan, and connect with other caregivers.
Petite Picassos - Art for Babies
Mon, Apr 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
This event is full
Petite Picassos - Art for Babies
Mon, Apr 20, 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.
This event is full
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Apr 20, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Apr 21, 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.
Waves of Hope: the Inspirational Story of Agnes Negra
Wed, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Author Ronald Negra and Valerie, his wife, will discuss the creation of this book: the inspiring true story of his mother Agnes' dedication to our country during WWII. Please register.
Sensory Play
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Sensory based activities for kids ages 2-5. Please register each child individually.
Hydrangeas: When, Why, and How? - Presented by Rutgers Master Gardeners
Thu, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Did you know there are over 500 varieties of hydrangeas on the market? Learn all about these beautiful plants from a master gardener.
Music With Madeline
Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Get your kids rockin' with Music with Madeline. Bring your little ones for some dancing,singing,and exploring instruments.  Ages 0-5.
This event is full
OC Purls Knitting Group
Fri, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Bring your knitting projects to the library and enjoy some conversation while you knit!
Sensory Friendly Movie: The Wild Robot
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:40am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join us for a sensory friendly viewing of The Wild Robot (PG) 102 min. Viewers will be able to play with sensory friendly toys while watching a movie. All ages welcome.
Bilingual Stories and More
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and engaging program featuring bilingual stories in English and Spanish, along with themed activities. For kids ages 4-6.
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Apr 27, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Apr 28, 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.
Sensory Play
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Sensory based activities for kids ages 2-5. Please register each child individually.
Morning Book Club
Fri, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Afternoon Book Club
Fri, May 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Ultimate K-Pop with K-Pulse NYC
Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 1:40pm
Dancers from K-Pulse NYC, a K-Pop focused dance studio, will perform and share the history and significance of K-Pop over the years. Registration required.
Petite Picasso - Art for Babies
Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
Petite Picasso - Art for Babies
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
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, May 04, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, May 05, 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.
Tween Zone
Tue, May 05, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join us for Tween Zone, a fun and welcoming space just for tweens! Each session may include hands-on crafts, creative projects, or opportunities to help out at the library. Ages 10-18.
Paws For Preschoolers
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
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. Ages 2-5.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 8 2026 at 9:00am
Cookbook Club
Wed, May 06, 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, May 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join us for stories and hands-on activities. Ages 2-5. Please register each child individually.
Registration opens Thursday, April 9 2026 at 9:00am
Live Piano: The Great American Standards
Thu, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Upper Shores Main Floor
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, May 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Digital Literacy Crash Course
Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Learn how online information is created, shared, and monetized with Olga Polites of Media Literacy Now. Develop essential skills to critically evaluate media and engage responsibly.
Registration opens Friday, April 10 2026 at 9:00am
OC Purls Knitting Group
Fri, May 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Bring your knitting projects to the library and enjoy some conversation while you knit!
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