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Registration opens:
July 15th, 2026

Draw & Discover: Charcoal for Non Artists
2026-07-29 14:00:00 2026-07-29 16:00:00 America/New_York Draw & Discover: Charcoal for Non Artists Inspired by the American landscape in all its forms, this expressive drawing workshop is designed especially for those with no artistic experience. Registration required. Long Beach Island Branch - LBI Meeting Room

Wednesday, July 29
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-29 14:00:00 2026-07-29 16:00:00 America/New_York Draw & Discover: Charcoal for Non Artists Inspired by the American landscape in all its forms, this expressive drawing workshop is designed especially for those with no artistic experience. Registration required. Long Beach Island Branch - LBI Meeting Room

Long Beach Island Branch

LBI Meeting Room

Inspired by the American landscape in all its forms, this expressive drawing workshop is designed especially for those with no artistic experience. Registration required.

Using charcoal, kneaded erasers, and touch, participants will discover how to draw by revealing rather than outlining. As textures shift and forms appear, each person will see a landscape, real or imagined, begin to emerge from the page, uncovering a story waiting to be seen. Expect to get a little messy; wearing an old shirt is suggested. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General | DIY/Craft |

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Long Beach Island Branch
Phone: (609) 494-2480
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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 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 Closed
(Independence Day (Observed))
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sun, Jul 05 Closed
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Mon, Jun 29, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
LBI Meeting Room
Monday: 6/29- 1:30 PM: NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM (2006), Comedy, Rated PG, 108 min. Please register.
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Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
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This event is full
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Book Club of LBI
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LBI Meeting Room
This month's book is: The Caretakers by Amanda Bestor-Siegal
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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Tue, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
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An Evening with Gregory Andrus - Author of A Walk Along the Jersey Shore
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LBI Meeting Room
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. Please register.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month with Author Jen Malia
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
Join Jake Strong for his interactive family-friendly magic show that gets children AND adults having a great experience together. Please register.
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Cinema in a Bag: CODA (2021)
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Songs with Miss Summer - Ages 0-4
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
LBI Meeting Room
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Registration opens Tuesday, June 30 2026 at 10:00am
Tal Naccarato, LIVE, UNPLUGGED!
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LBI Meeting Room
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Classroom Adventure Stories "Can You Dig it?" - Ages 4-12
Wed, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 9:00am
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Thu, Jul 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
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Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 9:00am
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LBI Meeting Room
Play Canasta with other teams and players at the Long Beach Island Library twice a month. Participants must already have a basic knowledge of the game.
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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LBI Meeting Room
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Registration opens Wednesday, July 15 2026 at 9:00am
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