Kumihimo Bracelet Making

Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

What Were You Wearing? - Hosted by St. Francis Counseling Services

Sun, Mar 22, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Mar 23, All day

McConnell Gallery

This exhibit will be on display throughout March. Content Warning: This exhibit contains visual elements and written accounts of sexual violence that may not be suitable for all visitors.

Welcome Spring Storytime

Mon, Mar 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Registration required; begins 3/9. Please register each child individually. Celebrate the beginning of the season with some stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 3 - 5.

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Drop-In Video Games for Kids

Mon, Mar 23, 4:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Mar 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Play video games and make some new friends. Ages 4 - 12. No registration required.

Country Line Dancing for Adults

Mon, Mar 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mancini Hall

Get ready to kick up your heels!

Virtual Talk: Author Shoshana Walter - Virtual

Tue, Mar 24, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Cardboard Crafting

Tue, Mar 24, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!?

Tue, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/116977

Cardboard Crafting

Tue, Mar 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!?

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Tue, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Home Town Dairy

Join players on an adventure in the world of Dungeons and Dragons! Open to new and experienced players. Space is limited, be sure to register. Ages 13-18.

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Vinyl Record Nights

Tue, Mar 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Come unwind and listen to curated vinyl records.

Wed, Mar 25, 9:30am - 11:00am

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Wed, Mar 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

3D Pen Pals

Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Trevor's Banned Book Club - Trevor's Banned Book Club

Wed, Mar 25, 1:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Adult Crochet Club

Wed, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

B.Y.O.C.P....Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

Wed, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Trevor's Banned Book Club believes reading is fundamental and knowledge is power. Gather to read and discuss books that have been subject to bans across the country.

Thu, Mar 26, 9:30am - 11:30am

Hecht Room

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.

I Love Ducks Toddler Storytime

Thu, Mar 26, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 3/12. Please register each child individually. Learn about ducks with some stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 2 - 3.

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Rescheduled

Sparks's Lab Super Smash Bros Tourney

Thu, Mar 26, 11:00am - 4:00pm

New date Thursday, March 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Let's A Go!

Walk 4 Memory

Thu, Mar 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Mancini Hall

Walk 4 Memory is a multi-sensory, indoor walking based, FUN and Easy to Follow, movement to music program designed to improve body and brain fitness.

Sparks's Lab Super Smash Bros Tourney

Thu, Mar 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Teen Art Hangout

Thu, Mar 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Teen Zone

Join us in the Teen Zone for a by teens, for teens art hangout!

Sparks's Lab Super Smash Bros Tourney

Thu, Mar 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Fri, Mar 27, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Baby & Me

Fri, Mar 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins March 13th. 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.

This event is full

Fri, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Cardboard Crafting

Fri, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made What?!!!?

Sun, Mar 29, 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.

Homeschool Art - Paint a Self Portrait

Mon, Mar 30, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Mar 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 3/16. Please register each child individually. Paint a self portrait inspired by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Ages 7-12.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Mon, Mar 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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!

Financial Decisions...what are you doing after High School

Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Informational presentation after High School decisions.

Beginner Cricut Class

Mon, Mar 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's Make Something!

Tue, Mar 31, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Waddler Storytime

Tue, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am

Green Room

Registration required; begins March 17th. Please register each child's name individually. Join us for stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 12 - 23 months.

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All Day Art

Tue, Mar 31, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come Make Some Art With Us!

All Day Art

Tue, Mar 31, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come Make Some Art With Us!

Wed, Apr 01, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

It's Fun to Be One Storytime

Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins March 18. Please register each child individually. Grow little one's love for the library with stories, songs, playtime, and more. Ages 12-23 months with a caregiver.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Wed, Apr 01, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Rescheduled

Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

New date Wednesday, April 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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!

STEAM Club - STEM Olympics

Wed, Apr 01, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Wed, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required starting 3/18. Join us every month to explore, create, and learn. This month, we will have our STEM Olympics featuring several STEAM activities throughout the room. Ages 8 - 12.

Waves of Hope: the Inspirational Story of Agnes Negra

Wed, Apr 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mancini Hall

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.

Thu, Apr 02, 9:30am - 11:30am

Home Town Dairy

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.

Thu, Apr 02, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Apr 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Thu, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Book Bundles

Sat, Apr 04, 9:00am - 10:00am

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Gentle Yoga with Belle

Sat, Apr 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Bishop (upstairs)

Namaste!

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Drop-In Video Games for Kids

Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sat, Apr 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Play video games and make some new friends. Ages 4 - 12. No registration required.

Jackson Pines in Concert

Sat, Apr 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Mancini Hall

Jackson Pines will play brand new and very old songs, including the centuries old "Mt. Holly Jail". Please register.

Beginner Crocheting Class

Mon, Apr 06, All day

YS Living Room/YS Area

Visit the Children's Department to enjoy an art display in celebration of the Month of the Young Child. Courtesy of the NJ Association for the Education of Young Children (NJAEYC). Available until 5/2

Mon, Apr 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Once You Get Started, You'll Be Hooked!

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Super Mario Galaxy Celebration

Mon, Apr 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins March 23rd. Register each child individually. Celebrate the new Mario movie with a craft. Ages 7-12

Registration opens Monday, March 23 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 07, All day

Toddler Play

Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins March 24. Please register each child individually. Join us in the Discovery Room for playtime, coloring, and more! Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.

Registration opens Tuesday, March 24 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Tue, Apr 07, 1:30pm - 5:00pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Drop-In Spring Sand Art

Tue, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Stop by the Discovery Room to make colorful sand art to celebrate Spring! Ages 5-12.

Tue, Apr 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Game Night for Adults

Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Come play video games at the library and make new friends.

Wed, Apr 08, All day

Book Bundles

Wed, Apr 08, 9:00am - 10:00am

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Quiet Cricut Morning

Wed, Apr 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Drop-In Building

Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Drop into the Children's Department for some building fun. We will have LEGO®, DUPLO®, MAGNA-TILES® and KEVA Planks. Ages 5 - 12. No registration required.

Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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!

Adult Crocheting Club

Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP... Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

Thu, Apr 09, All day

Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 11:30am

Home Town Dairy

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.

Thu, Apr 09, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

De-Stress with Dogs for Teens

Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Thu, Apr 09, 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.

Felt Cactus

Thu, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required. Please register each child's name individually. Registration begins 3/26. Make a felt cactus by sewing simple stiches. Ages 8 -12.

Registration opens Thursday, March 26 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Fri, Apr 10, All day

Fri, Apr 10, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

I Love Bunnies Storytime

Fri, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins March 27. Please register each child individually. Learn about bunnies, listen to stories, and make a craft. Ages 3 - 5.

Registration opens Friday, March 27 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, Apr 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Vision Boards

Fri, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Home Town Dairy

Come join us to create vision boards for inspiration, the future, or just to have fun! All supplies provided. Please register.

Fri, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Fri, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sat, Apr 11, All day

Sun, Apr 12, All day

Sun, Apr 12, 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.

Mon, Apr 13, All day

Friends Monthly Meeting - Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River

Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Green Room

The Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River meet monthly to discuss fund raising activities that support the library. New members are welcome.

Mon, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Advanced Cricut Class

Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You've Leaned The Basics, Now Learn The Rest!

The 1950s Experience

Mon, Apr 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mancini Hall

Come rock the night away with Kevin Grace's one-man musical performance that will take you back to the Doo-Wop era!

Wooden Bank Decorating

Mon, Apr 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins March 30th. Register each child individually. Decorate a wooden bank and hang out. Ages 7 - 12.

Registration opens Monday, March 30 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Apr 14, All day

Tue, Apr 14, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Baby & Me

Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins March 31. Please register each child individually. Visit the library for an interactive program for you and your baby. For babies up to 12 months with a caregiver.

Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 9:00am

Radical Robots

Tue, Apr 14, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Robots Have Taken Over Sparks's Lab!

Ink Floating for Teens: Paper Marbling Craft

Tue, Apr 14, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Home Town Dairy

Learn about ink floating or paper marbling by creating your own unique artwork with water and paper! Materials will be provided. Ages 12 - 18

Craft with Pride - Create a Terrarium

Tue, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Green Room

This month the selection is Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin. Please register for this discussion.

Wed, Apr 15, All day

Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Preschool Storytime

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins April 1. Please register each child individually. Visit the library to develop pre-literacy skills with stories, songs, movement, & more. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Wed, Apr 15, 12:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

WREP: When Radio Entertained People

Wed, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Wed, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Mancini Hall

Join us for an evening "broadcast" of skits from the Golden Age of radio, performed live by WREP's veteran actors.

Thu, Apr 16, All day

Thu, Apr 16, 9:30am - 11:30am

Home Town Dairy

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.

Thu, Apr 16, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sensory Play

Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 4/2. Celebrate Autism Awareness Month by engaging in sensory play with different stations around the room. Ages 2 - 5. Dress for a mess.

Registration opens Thursday, April 2 2026 at 9:00am

Quiet Cricut Morning

Thu, Apr 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Animal Cupcakes for Teens

Thu, Apr 16, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Cancelled

Thu, Apr 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Are you an animal lover who also likes cupcakes? Then, join us as we decorate cupcakes to look like animals using icing, candy, and other decorations. Potential Allergens. Ages 13-18.

Fri, Apr 17, All day

Sensory Space Storytime

Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sensory Space

Please register each child individually. Registration begins April 3. Enjoy stories and songs while engaging your little one's senses in our calming Sensory Space. Ages 3 - 5.

Registration opens Friday, April 3 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, Apr 17, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Ocean County Library's 9th Annual Autism Resources Fair

Sat, Apr 18, All day

Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Families affected by autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities will be able to meet representatives of state, county, and local organizations.

Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sun, Apr 19, All day

Sun, Apr 19, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sprouting Up: A Storytime About Plants

Mon, Apr 20, All day

Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 4/6. Please register each child individually. Learn about plants with some stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 3 - 5.

Registration opens Monday, April 6 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, Apr 20, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Drop-In Bookmarks & More

Mon, Apr 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Discovery Room

Stop by the Discovery Room to make bookmarks and a book-themed craft in celebration of National Library Week! No registration required. Ages 3 - 12.

Kumihimo Bracelet Making

Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Learn the Art of Kumihimo bracelet making

This event is full