Waddlers Storytime

Concert with the New Jersey Gay Men's Chorus

Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Sat, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mancini Hall

In celebration of Pride Month, the chorus will perform a selection of well-known tunes and classic favorites along with new songs.

Snipping, Sticking & Laughing Out Loud: Collage - Artwork by Michelle Dillon

Sun, Jun 28, 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, Jun 29, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy collage artwork by Michelle Dillon in our McConnell Gallery.

Mon, Jun 29, All day

Gallery Spaces - Second Floor

Come enjoy seawater-infused artwork by Alexander Taylor (Coastal Luck) in our second floor gallery.

Dance Like a Colonial - America 250th Celebration

Mon, Jun 29, All day

Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!

Kids Crochet Club

Mon, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Once You Get Started, You'll Be Hooked!

This event is full

Mon, Jun 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

Sue Dupre, dressed as an 18th century dancing master, will teach a participatory lesson in how to dance simple country dances of Colonial America and the Revolutionary War era.

Book Bundles to Go

Tue, Jun 30, 9:00am - 10:00am

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books from the children's department and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Sparks's Cup Mario Kart Day

Tue, Jun 30, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Preschool Storytime

Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins June 16. Please register each child individually. Visit the library to develop pre-literacy skills with stories, songs, movement, & more. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

This event is full

Tue, Jun 30, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Captain America Movie Party for Teens

Tue, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Mancini Hall

Celebrate America's 250th Birthday by watching a movie featuring the most patriotic superhero. Snacks will be served while we watch "Captain America: Brave New World" (PG-13).

Knitting 101

Tue, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Learn beginner friendly knitting skills through hands on & guided instruction.

This event is full

Drop-In Disability Pride Month Coloring - Runs all month

Wed, Jul 01, All day

Drop-In any time during July to color a Disability Pride Bookmark near the Sensory Space.

Book Talk & Craft for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Mancini Hall

Join us for a 4th of July book talk and craft!

This event is full

Fourth of July Drop In Craft - Come create with us!

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Come check out the Makerspace and create a festive firework craft!

Wed, Jul 01, 12:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Minions 3 Craft

Wed, Jul 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Discovery Room

Please register each child individually. Registration begins June 17. Celebrate the new Minions movie with a craft ! Ages 5 - 8.

This event is full

Adult Crochet Club

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP! Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

Moana Craft

Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Discovery Room

Please register each child individually. Registration begins June 18. Celebrate the live action Moana movie with a craft! Ages 3 - 7.

This event is full

Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Green Room

Practice your English while school is out for the summer!

Drop-in Building

Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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.

Thu, Jul 02, 4:30pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Snipping, Sticking & Laughing Out Loud: Collage - Artwork by Michelle Dillon

Sun, Jul 05, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Jul 06, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy collage artwork by Michelle Dillon in our McConnell Gallery.

Mon, Jul 06, All day

Gallery Spaces - Second Floor

Come enjoy seawater-infused artwork by Alexander Taylor (Coastal Luck) in our second floor gallery.

Mon, Jul 06, All day

Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!

STEM Builders Drop-In

Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 4:00pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Drop in and explore building at stations around the children's department. No registration required. Ages 5-12

Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Drop-In Crafts

Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Drop by the children's department and make some fun crafts. Ages 5-12. No registration required.

Sound Bath with Belle

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

Mancini Hall

Get ready for deep relaxation with sound.

Book Bundles to Go

Tue, Jul 07, 9:00am - 10:00am

YS Living Room/YS Area

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books from the children's department and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Tue, Jul 07, 9:30am - 1:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Family Storytime

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

Discovery Room

Registration required; opens June 23.Please register each child individually. Hear some stories and make a fun craft as a family. Ages 0-6.

This event is full

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device. Please register.

This event is full

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

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device. Please register.

This event is full

Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Drop-In Disability Pride Month Coloring - Runs all month

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Game Night for Adults

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

Green Room

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

Wed, Jul 08, All day

Drop-in anytime in July to color a Disability Pride Bookmark near the Sensory Space.

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

Sensory Space

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

Baby & Me

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

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins June 24th. 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.

Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Felt Snake

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

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 6/24. Please register each child individually. Make a felt snake using simple sewing stitches in celebration of the upcoming World Snake Day. Ages 8 - 12.

Fine Motor Skills Drop-In

Wed, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Drop in to practice fine motor skills and exercise cognitive abilities at different stations around the children's room. No registration required. Ages 3-7.

Rescheduled

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

New date Thursday, July 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

What Will Create Today?

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

Green Room

Practice your English while school is out for the summer!

Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

Hands On CPR

Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

This CPR class is run under AHA guidelines and includes hands-on practice of CPR steps on manikins. Also covered is how to relieve choking, what an AED is and how to use it.

Sensory Space Storytime

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

Sensory Space

Registration required; begins June 26. Please register each child individually. Enjoy stories and songs while engaging your little one's senses in our calming Sensory Space. Ages 3-5.

This event is full

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Fri, Jul 10, 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Coloring and Cartoons in the Sensory Space

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Gentle Yoga with Belle

Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Bishop (upstairs)

Namaste!

Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch for coloring and cartoons.

Drop-In Under the Sea Craft

Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Drop in and make an under-the-sea craft. No registration required. Ages 5-12.

Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Snipping, Sticking & Laughing Out Loud: Collage - Artwork by Michelle Dillon

Sun, Jul 12, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Jul 13, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy collage artwork by Michelle Dillon in our McConnell Gallery.

Mon, Jul 13, All day

Gallery Spaces - Second Floor

Come enjoy seawater-infused artwork by Alexander Taylor (Coastal Luck) in our second floor gallery.

Unearth a Story (in the sky!)

Mon, Jul 13, All day

Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!

Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Mancini Hall

Join us as we tell the stories we've learned about cultures throughout the world through the study of ancient sites and objects!

Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am

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

Mon, Jul 13, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Jul 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.

Unearth a Story (in the sky!)

Mon, Jul 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Mancini Hall

Join us as we tell the stories we've learned about cultures throughout the world through the study of ancient sites and objects!

Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am

Make Your Own Hula Hoop for Teens

Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

Teens! Come make your own custom hula hoop to celebrate the summer in style. Presented by Karla Ivarson.

Beginner Crocheting Class

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Once You Get Started, You'll Be Hooked!

This event is full

Craft with Pride - Tie-Dye Socks & Bandanas

Tue, Jul 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

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

Green Room

This month the selection is The Patron Saint of Second Chances, by Christine Simon. Please register for this discussion.

Drop-In Disability Pride Month Coloring - Runs all month

Wed, Jul 15, All day

Drop-in anytime in July to color a Disability Pride Bookmark near the Sensory Space.

It's Fun to Be One Storytime

Wed, Jul 15, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

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

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins July 1. 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.

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

Jessica Carroll Sings Americana - for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Mancini Hall

Jessica Carroll performs patriotic hymns and Americana folk songs and shares stories about their origins. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River.

Animal Cupcakes for Teens & Tweens

Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Bishop (upstairs)

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 10-18.

This event is full

Adult Crochet Club

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

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP! Bring Your Own Crocheting Project!

An Evening with Gregory Andrus - Author of A Walk Along the Jersey Shore

Wed, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Mancini Hall

Join Gregory for an evening of stories, chapter readings, and open discussion as we learn about the everchanging shore, and how we are each on our own journey.

PerformCare - An Overview of the NJ Children's System of Care IDD Services

Wed, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Bishop (upstairs)

PerformCare and the NJ's Children's System of Care provide services to individuals up to the age of 21 who have intellectual and/or developmental disability, behavioral, or substance abuse needs.

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

Sensory Space

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

Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Green Room

Practice your English while school is out for the summer!

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

Sensory Space

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

Drop-In Craft

Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Discovery Room

Drop into the children's department to make a fun craft! No registration required. Ages 7-12.

Shelf Control: Organize Your Life Like the Library

Thu, Jul 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Green Room

A practical, stress-free class that teaches you how to declutter and organize your home using simple systems inspired by how libraries stay organized, searchable, and calm.

Grounded in the Present: An Interactive Workshop - Presented by the Mom2Mom Peer Support Helpline Program

Thu, Jul 16, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Bishop (upstairs)

Mom2Mom is a peer support helpline program for mothers of children and adults with disabilities.

Fri, Jul 17, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

World Cup Celebration

Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins July 3rd. Register each child individually. Celebrate the World Cup with a finger soccer tournament and craft. Ages 6 - 12.

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

Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

Sat, Jul 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Watercolor Affirmations

Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Green Room

Lindsey Jonin of Abstract and Aligned will lead a relaxing art workshop. Participants will learn about the power of self-talk and turn affirmations into watercolor art. Registration Required.

This event is full

Sat, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard???

Snipping, Sticking & Laughing Out Loud: Collage - Artwork by Michelle Dillon

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

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Jul 20, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy collage artwork by Michelle Dillon in our McConnell Gallery.

Mon, Jul 20, All day

Gallery Spaces - Second Floor

Come enjoy seawater-infused artwork by Alexander Taylor (Coastal Luck) in our second floor gallery.

Mon, Jul 20, All day

Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!

Mon, Jul 20, 10:30am - 5:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Reading Buddies

Mon, Jul 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am

One Piece Day Craft

Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Celebrating 25 Years of One Piece!

The Liberty Tree: Early American Music Performance

Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Jul 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

Join Charlie Zahm & fiddler, Tad Marks, to celebrate America's 250th!

Paint Class with Lil' Monsters Art

Tue, Jul 21, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Mancini Hall

Celebrate summer with a guided canvas paint class with artist and art teacher Jamie Jarka of Lil Monsters Art. Ages 7-12. Registration is required.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 7 2026 at 9:00am

Bugs on the Go with Insectropolis

Tue, Jul 21, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will Create Today?

Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Bishop (upstairs)

Join us as we learn about bugs. Insectropolis will have a variety of live critters and pinned specimens.

Knitting 101

Tue, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Learn beginner friendly knitting skills through hands on & guided instruction.

Drop-In Disability Pride Month Coloring - Runs all month

Wed, Jul 22, All day

Drop-in anytime in July to color a Disability Pride Bookmark near the Sensory Space.

Light Up Cards (Paper Circuits)

Wed, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 7/8. Learn about circuits and make a light up card using a simple paper circuit. Ages 8 - 12.

Registration opens Wednesday, July 8 2026 at 9:00am

Book Bundles to Go

Thu, Jul 23, 9:00am - 10:00am

YS Living Room/YS Area

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books from the children's department and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Thu, Jul 23, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Family Storytime

Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; opens July 9th .Please register each child individually. Hear some stories and make a fun craft as a family. Ages 0-6.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 7 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Green Room

Practice your English while school is out for the summer!

Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Thu, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Make And Take Home A Perler Bead Buddy!

International Cookie Tasting for Teens & Tweens

Thu, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device. Please register.

This event is full

Rescheduled

Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

New date Friday, July 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Taste and rank cookies from around the world!

Patchwork Flag Slow Stich - Rev 250 Craft

Thu, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Green Room

Come stich a patchwork flag using patriotic fabric and beads in this class for our Revolution 250 celebration! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River.

Thu, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device. Please register.

This event is full

Fri, Jul 24, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Toddler Storytime

Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 7/10. Please register each child's name individually. Join us for stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 2 - 3.

Registration opens Friday, July 10 2026 at 9:00am

International Cookie Tasting for Teens & Tweens

Fri, Jul 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bishop (upstairs)

Taste and rank cookies from around the world!

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

Drop-In Under the Sea Craft

Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Drop in and make an under-the-sea craft. No registration required. Ages 5-12.

Drop-In Video Games for Kids

Sat, Jul 25, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Sat, Jul 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

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

Snipping, Sticking & Laughing Out Loud: Collage - Artwork by Michelle Dillon

Sun, Jul 26, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

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

Mon, Jul 27, All day

McConnell Gallery

Come enjoy collage artwork by Michelle Dillon in our McConnell Gallery.

Mon, Jul 27, All day

Gallery Spaces - Second Floor

Come enjoy seawater-infused artwork by Alexander Taylor (Coastal Luck) in our second floor gallery.

Mon, Jul 27, All day

Teens: Want to win cool prizes just for reading? Grab a challenge sheet at the Toms River Library to log books, pick from our box of fun prizes, and enter to win a big prize at the end of the summer!

Waddlers Storytime

Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 7/13. Please register each child's name individually. Join us for stories, songs, and some playtime. Ages 12 - 23 months.

Registration opens Monday, July 13 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, Jul 27, 1:30pm - 5:00pm

Sensory Space

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

Reading Buddies

Mon, Jul 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Practice reading this summer with our teen volunteers. For kids in grades K-3rd. Please register as space is limited.

Registration opens Monday, June 29 2026 at 9:00am