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Registration opens:
July 21st, 2026

Bugs on the Go with Insectropolis
2026-08-04 12:30:00 2026-08-04 13:15:00 America/New_York Bugs on the Go with Insectropolis Join us as we learn about bugs. Insectropolis will have a variety of live critters and pinned specimens. Plumsted Branch - Plumsted Meeting Room

Tuesday, August 04
12:30pm - 1:15pm

Add to Calendar 2026-08-04 12:30:00 2026-08-04 13:15:00 America/New_York Bugs on the Go with Insectropolis Join us as we learn about bugs. Insectropolis will have a variety of live critters and pinned specimens. Plumsted Branch - Plumsted Meeting Room

Plumsted Branch

Plumsted Meeting Room

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

Through dynamic and interactive presentations, participants will gain an understanding of the structure, characteristics, and basic needs of these often-misunderstood tiny animals. The program will encourage guests to investigate and celebrate the diversity of life. Ages 9-17.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

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Plumsted Branch
Phone: (609) 758-7888
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We're closed Friday July 03 due to Independence Day (Observed)
We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 29 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 Closed
(Independence Day (Observed))
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
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Sun, Jul 05 Closed
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Plumsted's Weekly Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Scavenger Hunts run from June 29-August 22. The new hunts will be ready Monday and will end on Saturdays during these dates. We will have a new theme with new prize, each Monday during these dates.
Rawr! Summer Reading Kickoff Party - Potential Allergens
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Join us for an RAWRsome party with glitter tattoos, balloon animals and cotton candy as you get information about our summer reading program. Ages 4-12. Please Register
Movie and a Craft - for Adults with Special Challenges
Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Join us for a showing of Walt Disney's classic movie "Dinosaurs" and a craft. This event is for adults with special challenges and their caregivers. Please Register. Rating- PG Runtime-82 minutes
Summertime Weekly Drop-In Craft
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Plumsted Library Children's area to participate in our themed drop-in craft. Crafts available while supplies last, first come first served. Ages 3-12.
Plumsted's Weekly Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Scavenger Hunts run from June 29-August 22. The new hunts will be ready Monday and will end on Saturdays during these dates. We will have a new theme with new prize, each Monday during these dates.
Dinosaur Stuffed Animal Making
Mon, Jul 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Learn how to make a dinosaur shaped stuffed animal with Debby Pease. Ages 5-10
This event is full
Cosplay 101 - for Teens
Tue, Jul 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Learn about fabric selection, armor crafting, wig styling, and the latest trends in cosplay technology. You'll get hands on experience and end with a cosplay design challenge.
Gentle Yoga for Kids with Special Challenges
Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Join us for this Gentle Yoga program for Kids with Special Challenges. Yoga instructor Rebecca White encourages participants can take the space & the participation level they choose. Ages 5-12.
Adult Drop-in BYO Crochet and Knitting Club
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for this low-key afternoon of yarn crafts, and socialization. Bring your own supplies.
Read with a Buddy
Wed, Jul 15, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Sign up for a 30 minute session to practice reading with a teen buddy. Your child will come to the library, pick a book with their buddy, and practice reading together. Please register.
Read with a Buddy
Wed, Jul 15, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Sign up for a 30 minute session to practice reading with a teen buddy. Your child will come to the library, pick a book with their buddy, and practice reading together. Please register.
Read with a Buddy
Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Sign up for a 30 minute session to practice reading with a teen buddy. Your child will come to the library, pick a book with their buddy, and practice reading together. Please register.
Baby & Toddler Play and Art
Thu, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
For babies and toddlers. Join us in the Children's Department for a simple art project, toys and social time with babies and their caregivers. Please register each child individually.
Drop-In Craft for Teens - Clay Ice Cream Cone
Fri, Jul 17, All day
Drop-in for a craft in our teen department all day. While supplies last.
Summertime Weekly Drop-In Craft
Fri, Jul 17, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Plumsted Library Children's area to participate in our themed drop-in craft. Crafts available while supplies last, first come first served. Ages 3-12.
Glow Paint Party - Starfish
Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Due to high demand we are offering a second glow paint party this summer; a starfish glow painting experience! Local artist Miss Tina will be helping host this program. Dress for a mess. Ages 5-12
This event is full
Mermaid Princess Party
Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Join your favorite mermaid princess for stories, songs, and pictures! This event is led by Enchanting Entertainment and is sponsored by the Friends of the Plumsted library. Ages 2-10. Please Register
Plumsted's Weekly Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Scavenger Hunts run from June 29-August 22. The new hunts will be ready Monday and will end on Saturdays during these dates. We will have a new theme with new prize, each Monday during these dates.
Plumsted Evening Book Discussion
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Someone Else's Shoes by Jojo Moyes
Lil' Chefs -2s-5s - Potential Allergens
Tue, Jul 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Join us for a themed kid's program with our teen volunteers. We will be reading books, doing simple movement, doing crafts and making snacks. Potential Allergens. Ages 2-5. Please register
Registration opens Tuesday, July 7 2026 at 11:00am
Lil Chefs- 6s-10s - Potential Allergens
Tue, Jul 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Join us for a themed kid's program with our teen volunteers. We will be reading books, doing simple movement, doing crafts and making snacks. Potential Allergens. Ages 6-10. Please register
Registration opens Tuesday, July 7 2026 at 2:30pm
Wild Jersey - Find A Fossil
Wed, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Plumsted Meeting Room
Be a paleontologist for a day as we excavate real fossils from a mock rock. You will get to identify and label your fossil, then take it home to keep. Ages 8-12. Register
Registration opens Wednesday, July 8 2026 at 10:30am
T-Shirt or Tote Bag Decorating - BYO Shirt or Tote
Wed, Jul 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
We provide the supplies you supply the t-shirt or tote bag. We will have fabric paint and markers, stencils and more. Please register
Registration opens Wednesday, July 8 2026 at 2:30pm
Love Under the Sea with Author Katie Tanis
Thu, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Join us for a book reading with local Author and Illustrator Katie Tanis. We will be reading her latest book and creating a banana sea creature craft. Please register. Ages 5-12.
Registration opens Thursday, July 9 2026 at 11:00am
Fiber Arts Crafters
Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Bring your own materials for this open fiber arts crafting session. No Registration Necessary.
Summertime Weekly Drop-In Craft
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Plumsted Library Children's area to participate in our themed drop-in craft. Crafts available while supplies last, first come first served. Ages 3-12.
Plumsted's Weekly Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Scavenger Hunts run from June 29-August 22. The new hunts will be ready Monday and will end on Saturdays during these dates. We will have a new theme with new prize, each Monday during these dates.
Summertime Weekly Drop-In Craft
Fri, Jul 31, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Visit the Plumsted Library Children's area to participate in our themed drop-in craft. Crafts available while supplies last, first come first served. Ages 3-12.
Plumsted's Weekly Scavenger Hunt
Mon, Aug 03, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Scavenger Hunts run from June 29-August 22. The new hunts will be ready Monday and will end on Saturdays during these dates. We will have a new theme with new prize, each Monday during these dates.
Prehistoric Fun! Live Animal Show by Unique Creatures
Mon, Aug 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Dinosaurs may be long gone, but animals from their time are closer than you think. Ages 5-12. Registration is required.
Registration opens Monday, July 20 2026 at 6:30pm
Bugs on the Go with Insectropolis
Tue, Aug 04, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Plumsted Meeting Room
Join us as we learn about bugs. Insectropolis will have a variety of live critters and pinned specimens.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 21 2026 at 12:30pm
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