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Registration opens:
August 19th, 2026

End of Summer Blues: Coping with Stress and Anxiety

Presented by Hackensack Meridian Health
2026-09-16 14:00:00 2026-09-16 15:00:00 America/New_York End of Summer Blues: Coping with Stress and Anxiety Learn from our experts about the different types of stress, effective coping skills and relaxation techniques to reduce stress and anxiety. Upper Shores Branch - Upper Shores Meeting Room

Wednesday, September 16
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Upper Shores Branch

Upper Shores Meeting Room

Learn from our experts about the different types of stress, effective coping skills and relaxation techniques to reduce stress and anxiety.

Labor Day signals the end of summer and the start of Fall activities which can increase anxiety and stress. Learn from our experts about the different types of stress, effective coping skills and relaxation techniques to reduce stress and anxiety.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Discussion | Health & Wellness |

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Upper Shores Branch
Phone: (732) 793-3996
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Mon, Aug 17 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Aug 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 20 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Aug 21 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 22 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 23 Closed
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Music With Madeline
Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Ge 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
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Aug 17, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
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Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Aug 18, 9:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Nifty Nature NikNaks
Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Learn about nature and our local environment, the NJ Pinelands. This program is for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
Movie in the Library: Song Sung Blue
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 8:15pm
Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak in their musical journey together. PG-13 (133 min.)
Craft Buffet
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join us for open craft time at the library. Ages 3-18.  Please register each child separately.
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The Strictly 60s
Wed, Aug 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Shores Main Floor
The Strictly 60's Band will take you on a musical journey with a spectacular playlist in a wide variety of styles including British Invasion, Motown, Rock and Roll, Soul, Surf, Doo Wop and R&B.
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This Episode is Called...Bingo at the Library
Thu, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come play dog family bingo and win prizes! Ages 4-10. Registration required.
Paws for Reading
Thu, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Practice your reading skills in the company of gentle therapy dogs. Ages 3-12.
This event is full
Chair Yoga
Fri, Aug 21, 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.
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Out of Sight Alpacas
Fri, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Upper Shores Main Floor
Out of Sight Alpacas of Waretown will be bringing their alpacas back to visit the Upper Shores Branch! All Ages.
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Crafty Kids
Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join us for this hands-on craft program that will encourage creativity through a variety of fun projects. Ages 4-12.
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Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Aug 24, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Aug 25, 9:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Family Movie: Under the Boardwalk
Tue, Aug 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Cool down for an afternoon with a popcorn and a movie for the whole family. PG (83 min)
The History and Significance of the Moreland Carousel - Presented by The Seaside Heights Historical Society
Wed, Aug 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Learn about where the Moreland Carousel originated, the details behind the hand-carved animals and the path it has taken since 1910.
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Kosmic Kimmie's Science Show
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join Kosmic Kimmie for a hands-on science experience. Future scientists will have the opportunity to create their own experiment and take it home with them! Ages 6-12. Registration required.
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OC Purls Knitting Group
Fri, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bring your knitting projects to the library and enjoy some conversation while you knit!
Crafty Kids
Mon, Aug 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Join us for this hands-on craft program that will encourage creativity through a variety of fun projects. Ages 4-12.
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Aug 31, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Sep 01, 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.
Cookbook Club
Wed, Sep 02, 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!
Live Piano: The Great American Standards
Thu, Sep 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Morning Book Club
Fri, Sep 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Sep 08, 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, Sep 08, 6:15pm - 7:00pm
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The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson - Presented by Jimmy Scalia
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Upper Shores Meeting Room
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County Connections Mobile Unit Visit
Thu, Sep 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
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Upper Shores Meeting Room
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OC Purls Knitting Group
Fri, Sep 11, 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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Please contact the Upper Shores Branch for details.
Petite Picasso - Art for Babies
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
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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.
Registration opens Monday, August 17 2026 at 9:00am
Mahjongg Mondays
Mon, Sep 14, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Come play Mah Jongg at the library!
Hand & Foot Card Games
Tue, Sep 15, 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: The Intern
Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
A 70-year-old widower who has discovered that retirement isn?t all it?s cracked up to be, decides to take an intern position at an online fashion site. PG-13 (121 min)
Registration opens Tuesday, August 18 2026 at 6:00pm
End of Summer Blues: Coping with Stress and Anxiety - Presented by Hackensack Meridian Health
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Shores Meeting Room
Learn from our experts about the different types of stress, effective coping skills and relaxation techniques to reduce stress and anxiety.
Registration opens Wednesday, August 19 2026 at 9:00am
The Boys of Autumn - Stories from Baseball History
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