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Registration opens:
June 14th, 2026

Ben Franklin & Betsy Ross: Founding Father, Founding Mother
2026-07-14 18:30:00 2026-07-14 19:30:00 America/New_York Ben Franklin & Betsy Ross: Founding Father, Founding Mother Portrayed by Rob Devitis and Alisa Dupuy, Dr. Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross will regale us with stories of their lives during the American Revolution! Jackson Branch - Jackson Meeting Room

Tuesday, July 14
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-14 18:30:00 2026-07-14 19:30:00 America/New_York Ben Franklin & Betsy Ross: Founding Father, Founding Mother Portrayed by Rob Devitis and Alisa Dupuy, Dr. Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross will regale us with stories of their lives during the American Revolution! Jackson Branch - Jackson Meeting Room

Jackson Branch

Jackson Meeting Room

Portrayed by Rob Devitis and Alisa Dupuy, Dr. Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross will regale us with stories of their lives during the American Revolution!

Flag maker, seamstress, upholsterer, and Quaker, Elizabeth Griscom Ross Ashburn Claypoole helped our new nation define itself through flags and colors. Dr. Franklin was a premier figure of the time, philosopher, printer, and diplomat who played a key role in creating this new nation. Ben and Betsy will tell the tales of their own experiences during the American Revolution and where their lives intersected. 

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Performing Arts | Lectures & Discussion | General |

TAGS: | HistoryOCL | EducationOCL | 250thUSA |

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Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Jun 15, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Community Crafters
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.  
Adults with Special Challenges Craft
Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room,Sensory Space
Come craft with us!
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Jun 16, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Native Plants of Ocean County with Rutgers Master Gardeners
Tue, Jun 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Topics to be covered include local soil, salt, and wind, featuring species like Foxglove Beardtongue, Butterfly Weed, Ninebark, and Joe-Pye Weed. 
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Tue, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours through our Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
Jackson Writers' Group
Tue, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Jun 17, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Estate Planning, Wills and Probate
Wed, Jun 17, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Wills are just one part of estate plans. An attorney and member of the New Jersey Bar Foundation will cover wills and trusts including special needs trusts. Want to know more? Please register.
Tween Makerspace Craft: Popsicle Catapults - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Come visit the Ocean County Library and make your very own popsicle stick catapult! Registration required.
This event is full
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Jun 18, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Parachute Play - 3-5 Years
Thu, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
Ready for an adventure? Come join us for our immersive Parachute play! For ages 3-5. Please Register.
This event is full
Prehistoric Life of New Jersey, Dig It! - Dinosaurs, Mammoths & Sharks, Oh, My!
Thu, Jun 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
New Jersey's Wild Past: Fossils, Climate, and Living Treasures. Step into deep time and uncover the incredible natural history beneath your feet.
Jackson Friends of the Library Meeting
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
The Friends design and manage fundraising activities to support the library. New members are welcome.
Sensory Friendly Movie - Luca (PG)
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sensory Space
Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie!
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Jun 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Caribbean Heritage Month Drop-in Crafts - All Ages
Fri, Jun 19, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join us in the Children's Department and create a craft in celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Jun 20, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Maker Drop-in Building: Connetix Magnetic Tiles - All Ages
Sat, Jun 20, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join us in the Children's Department for some building fun.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Jun 21, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Jun 22, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Community Crafters
Mon, Jun 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Jun 23, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Babytime - 0 - 18 months
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Join us for 15 - 20 minutes of songs and activities followed by an hour of adult and child socialization. Ages 0 - 18 months. REG
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Jun 24, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Ocean County Health Department - Information Table
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meet with representatives from the Ocean County Health Department.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Wed, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Rescheduled
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New date Thursday, June 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Jackson Friends Book Sale
Fri, Jun 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Jun 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Jun 27, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Sat, Jun 27, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Jun 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Sun, Jun 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Mon, Jun 29, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Community Crafters
Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.  
Summer Kick off Party! - All Ages
Mon, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come Kick off the Summer with building toys, crafts and more in the Children's Section! No Registration required!
Jackson Friends Book Sale
Tue, Jun 30, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Support the Friends and the Branch at the book sale for all ages.
Rescheduled
Sensory Space Tactile Exploration - Ages 2-5
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
New date Tuesday, June 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us in the Sensory Space as we explore different textures in a calm relaxing setting! Pease Register!
Sensory Space Tactile Exploration - Ages 2-5
Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Sensory Space
Join us in the Sensory Space as we explore different textures in a calm relaxing setting! Pease Register!
This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 8:30pm
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Jul 01, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Sensory Play - Ages 2-5
Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Explore your senses with fun-station-based play. Please register.
Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 9:00am
Cancelled
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Jul 02, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Little Chef: Dino Edition - Ages 8-12
Thu, Jul 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace
Come to the Makerspace and make your very own delicious dinosaur dessert volcano! Please register. Please inquire for potential allergens.
This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Jul 06, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Community Crafters
Mon, Jul 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Jul 07, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Summer Pet Health - with Furry Friends Mobile Vet Clinic
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
Join Furry Friends Mobile Vet Clinic to learn about how to keep our furry friends happy and healthy during the hot weather!
Disability Pride Month Craft - Ages 6-12
Tue, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Create a DIY craft in celebration of Disability Pride Month. Please register.
Registration opens Sunday, June 21 2026 at 9:00am
Tuesday Muse Book Discussion
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Title: The Bullet That Missed
Find a Fossil with WILDJersey - Ages 12-18
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room
Be a paleontologist for a day as we excavate real fossils from a mock rock! Program is sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 16 2026 at 6:00pm
Jackson Writers' Group
Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jackson Quiet Study Room
Bring your work, any genre.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month with Author Jen Malia
Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
In honor of Disability Pride Month, join us for an Author's Visit with Jen Malia, autistic author of Too Sticky! Sensory Issues with Autism. Q&A session and book signing to follow. Please register.
Registration opens Monday, June 15 2026 at 9:00am
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Jul 08, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Ocean County Health Department - Information Table
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meet with representatives from the Ocean County Health Department.
Discover the Hidden Story of the New Jersey Pinelands
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Discover the hidden story of the New Jersey Pinelands and why its sandy, nutrient-poor soil is one of the most unique ecosystems in the world.
Paws for Reading: Molly McMuffin - Ages 6-12
Wed, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room
Practice your reading skills in the company of gentle therapy dogs. Four 15 minute time slots available. Please call the Jackson Branch Children's line 732-928-4400 ext. 3809 to inquire availability!
Cancelled
English Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Move & Do - Ages 0-2
Thu, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Meet, socialize, and play with toys in the Children's Department. Please register.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 23 2026 at 9:00am
Stuffed Dinosaur Making Party - Ages 12-18
Thu, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room
Join us for a dinosaur stuffed animal making party with Debby Pease!
Registration opens Thursday, June 18 2026 at 3:00pm
Watercolor Affirmations
Thu, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Jackson Meeting 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
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Fri, Jul 10, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Saturday Morning Cartoons in the Sensory Space
Sat, Jul 11, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Sensory Space
Join us for Saturday Morning Cartoons!
Maker Building Drop-in - All Ages
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Join us in the Children's Department for some building fun.
Mindfulness Meditation
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Meeting Room
Learn mindfulness tools to navigate difficult experiences with wisdom and compassion.
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Patriotic T-Shirts with Saige Boetius - Ages 6-12 (Registration opens 6/11 and closes 6/27)
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room,Makerspace
Make a Patriotic T-shirt with Saige Boetis! Please list child's age and shirt size. Ages 6-12. Please Register by June 27th!
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Jul 12, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Community Crafters
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.  
DIY Ice Cream - Ages 8-12
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room
Join us in the library to make your own delicious DIY ice cream! Please register. Please inquire for potential allergens.
Registration opens Monday, June 22 2026 at 10:30am
Adults with Special Challenges Craft
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Jackson Quiet Study Room,Sensory Space
Come craft with us!
Registration opens Monday, June 22 2026 at 10:30am
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Jul 13, 11:45am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Watercolor Painting with Westwood & Quinn: A Beach Sunset
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Want to learn how to paint using watercolor techniques? Come take part in this beginner friendly workshop.
This event is full
Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Jul 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.
Jackson Afternoon Book Discussion Group
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Storytime Room
Title: Sooley
Make a Dinosaur Terrarium - Ages 6-12
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Join Lovely Roots Plant Shop to make a dinosaur themed terrarium featuring real plants. Ages 6-12. Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 30 2026 at 2:00pm
Cancelled
Micronations Information Sessions - Ages 12-18
Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ever wished that you could create your own country? Now you can!
Ben Franklin & Betsy Ross: Founding Father, Founding Mother
Tue, Jul 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jackson Meeting Room
Portrayed by Rob Devitis and Alisa Dupuy, Dr. Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross will regale us with stories of their lives during the American Revolution!
Registration opens Sunday, June 14 2026 at 6:30pm
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