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Lacey Historical Society: History of the Lacey Library
2026-07-28 18:00:00 2026-07-28 19:00:00 America/New_York Lacey Historical Society: History of the Lacey Library In honor of the Lacey Branch's 50th Anniversary of joining the Ocean County Library System, discover how library services evolved in this engaging presentation by the Lacey Historical Society. Lacey Branch - Lacey Meeting Room

Tuesday, July 28
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Lacey Branch

Lacey Meeting Room

In honor of the Lacey Branch's 50th Anniversary of joining the Ocean County Library System, discover how library services evolved in this engaging presentation by the Lacey Historical Society.

Discover how Lacey’s library developed throughout the 20th century in this engaging presentation by the Lacey Historical Society. From early reading rooms in private homes to our modern community hub, explore the people, places, and stories that shaped public access to knowledge across generations. Special guest Pat Grant, the oldest living former Lacey Township Librarian, will presenting at this program.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

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Mon, Aug 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
Enjoy beach-themed stories, rhymes and songs, followed by a simple craft. Please register each child individually.
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Bubbles and Chalk: Messy Outdoor Adventure - For families
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:30am
Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
Check out a new graphic novel and enjoy a discussion, a themed activity, and an art prompt. The title can be checked out at the circulation desk or on hoopla.
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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Lacey Meeting Room
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