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First Wednesday Book Club
2026-04-01 10:00:00 2026-04-01 11:00:00 America/New_York First Wednesday Book Club This month the group will be discussing The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell. Contact the Stafford Branch if you are interested in joining this group. Stafford Branch - Stafford Teen Lab

Wednesday, April 01
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2026-04-01 10:00:00 2026-04-01 11:00:00 America/New_York First Wednesday Book Club This month the group will be discussing The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell. Contact the Stafford Branch if you are interested in joining this group. Stafford Branch - Stafford Teen Lab

Stafford Branch

Stafford Teen Lab

This month the group will be discussing The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell. Contact the Stafford Branch if you are interested in joining this group.

The group meets in the Teen Lab on the First Wednesday of every month. 

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Discussion | General | Book Discussion |

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Stafford Branch
Phone: (609) 597-3381
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Mon, Mar 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Spend the morning making crafts and socializing with others. Sponsored by the Reynolds Family Foundation. Please register.
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AAUW Monday Book Discussion
Mon, Mar 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Teen Lab
This month the group will be discussing This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub. Contact the Stafford Branch if you are interested in joining this group.
Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
Mon, Mar 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Caring for an Alzheimer's patient can be overwhelming. Join us monthly to learn how you can balance it all. Presented in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. To register call (609) 978-4728.
Bayside Ukulele Club
Mon, Mar 02, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Dr. Seuss Storytime - Ages 2 - 6. Please register.
Tue, Mar 03, 9:30am - 10:15am
Stafford Meeting Room
Celebrate Read Across America. Ages 2 - 6. A special guest from Stafford Township will be joining us with a story. Please register.
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Speed Friending for Seniors
Tue, Mar 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford 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. Register.
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Read With Pride Book Club
Tue, Mar 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Stafford Teen Lab
We are discussing Lady for a Duke by Alexis Hall. Copies are at the Stafford Branch. Register/drop in. Even if you didn't read it, join us for a great conversation in partnership with Barnegat Pride
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Wed, Mar 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Teen Lab
This month the group will be discussing Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles. Contact the Stafford Branch if you are interested in joining this group.
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Teen Volunteer Night - Stafford Branch
Wed, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Volunteer Night, Wednesday's from 6pm-8pm. A current Teen Volunteer Application is required: https://theoceancountylibrary.org/teens/volunteers Ages 12 - 18.
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Stafford Meeting Room
Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
Virtual Talk: How to Make Healthy Living Effortless and Fun - with Jenn Lueke, author of Don't Think About Dinner
Thu, Mar 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn how to improve your health, cut down food waste (and spending), reduce your mental load, and build new kitchen skills. Please register
Messy Art - Leprechauns
Fri, Mar 06, 10:00am - 10:45am
Stafford Meeting Room
Listen to a story and make a craft. Ages 3-6. Please register.
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Fri, Mar 06, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
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String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Sat, Mar 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Teen Lab
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English Conversation Group
Sun, Mar 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
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Mon, Mar 09, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
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Chair Yoga
Tue, Mar 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
Led by a certified yoga instructor, Chair Yoga allows you to stretch, learn poses and do simple breathing exercises. Wear comfortable clothes. You'll be required to sign a waiver. Please register.
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Coloring for Adults with Special Needs
Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Spend the morning listening to music and coloring. Materials are provided but you may bring your own coloring projects and tools. Meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Please register.
STEM LEGO® Builders
Wed, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Stafford Meeting Room
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Teen Volunteer Night - Stafford Branch
Wed, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Volunteer Night, Wednesday's from 6pm-8pm. A current Teen Volunteer Application is required: https://theoceancountylibrary.org/teens/volunteers Ages 12 - 18.
Tween Crafternoon: Stafford Branch - Youth Art Month
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Stafford Meeting Room
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Fri, Mar 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Stafford Meeting Room
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Stafford Meeting Room
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Stafford Meeting Room
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Mon, Mar 16, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Adult Craft Club
Tue, Mar 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Every month we make a new craft. All materials are provided. Adult crafting club meets once per month on the 3rd Tuesday. Please register.
Tween/Teen Tuesday: Stafford Branch - St. Patrick's Day
Tue, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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Registration opens Tuesday, March 3 2026 at 4:00pm
Teen Volunteer Night - Stafford Branch
Wed, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Volunteer Night, Wednesday's from 6pm-8pm. A current Teen Volunteer Application is required: https://theoceancountylibrary.org/teens/volunteers Ages 12 - 18.
Huntington's Disease Support Group
Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
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Thu, Mar 19, 9:30am - 11:00am
Stafford Meeting Room
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Thu, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Thu, Mar 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
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Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:45am
Stafford Meeting Room
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Fri, Mar 20, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
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Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
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Fri, Mar 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.
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Ask a Rutgers Master Gardener - Diagnostic Clinics
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Mon, Mar 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Spend the morning making crafts and socializing with others. Sponsored by the Reynolds Family Foundation. Please register.
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Mon, Mar 23, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
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Tue, Mar 24, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
An afternoon of creating and socializing with your neighbors. Lunch will be provided. Potential allergens. Please register. Space is limited.
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Teen Volunteer Night - Stafford Branch
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Teen Volunteer Night, Wednesday's from 6pm-8pm. A current Teen Volunteer Application is required: https://theoceancountylibrary.org/teens/volunteers Ages 12 - 18.
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Thu, Mar 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Spend a stress-free afternoon enhancing your creativity and creating art. Materials will be provided. Please register.
Children's Book Bundles
Fri, Mar 27, All day
Check out a bundle of books and a craft to take home. Ages 2-6.
Mah Jongg
Fri, Mar 27, 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop in.
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Mon, Mar 30, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.
Creative Social Connections for Seniors
Tue, Mar 31, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
An afternoon of creating and socializing with your neighbors. Lunch will be provided. Potential allergens. Please register. Space is limited.
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The Matilda Effect - Celebrating Unrecognized Women in History
Tue, Mar 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Stafford Meeting Room
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Messy Art: Spring
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Stafford Meeting Room
Listen to a story and make a craft. Ages 3-6. Please register.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 18 2026 at 10:00am
First Wednesday Book Club
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Stafford Teen Lab
This month the group will be discussing The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell. Contact the Stafford Branch if you are interested in joining this group.
Teen Volunteer Night - Stafford Branch
Wed, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Volunteer Night, Wednesday's from 6pm-8pm. A current Teen Volunteer Application is required: https://theoceancountylibrary.org/teens/volunteers Ages 12 - 18.
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