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Registration opens:
August 12th, 2026

Speed Friending for Seniors

2026-09-11 12:00:00 2026-09-11 13:00:00 America/New_York Speed Friending for Seniors Find potential new friends or acquaintances with shared interests through speed friending. The Library will provide questions for conversation starters. Light refreshments will be served. Jackson Branch - Jackson Meeting Room

Friday, September 11
12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Jackson Branch

Jackson Meeting Room

Find potential new friends or acquaintances with shared interests through speed friending. The Library will provide questions for conversation starters. Light refreshments will be served.

Speed friending is a social activity where participants have short conversations with multiple people in a limited time. Speed friending is all about quickly connecting with others through interesting questions and brief chats. The goal of speed friending is to find potential new friends or acquaintances with shared interests. The Library will provide questions for conversation starters. Light refreshments will be served.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Jackson Library

AGE GROUP: | Seniors |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Wellness | General |

Jackson Branch

Hours

About the Branch

Upcoming Events

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Wed, Aug 12, 9:30am - 5:45pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Pet Storytime - Ages 3-5

Wed, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am

Storytime Room

Come to the library for a pet-themed storytime filled with stories, songs, and furry fun! Please register.

This event is full

Ladies Luncheons, Cocktail Parties and Grilling

Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Learn how to entertain 1950s style! Drift back to a more nostalgic time. Wearing a 1950s outfit is encouraged, but not required.

Reading Buddies

Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

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

Reading Buddies

Wed, Aug 12, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

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

Reading Buddies

Wed, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

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

Reading Buddies

Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

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

Paws for Reading: Molly McMuffin - Ages 6-12

Wed, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

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!

Sensory Friendly Movie - Penguins of Madagascar (G)

Wed, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Sensory Space

Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie!

English Conversation Group

Wed, Aug 12, 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, Aug 13, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Fri, Aug 14, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Summer-ific! Drop-In Crafts - All Ages

Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Visit the library and make some beachy summer-themed crafts with us! No registration required!

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Sat, Aug 15, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Sun, Aug 16, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Adults with Developmental Disabillities Craft

Mon, Aug 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jackson Quiet Study Room,Sensory Space

Come craft with us!

This event is full

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Mon, Aug 17, 11:45am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Community Crafters

Mon, Aug 17, 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, Aug 18, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Sandcastle Play - Ages 2-5

Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Storytime Room

Visit us at the library for a hands-on sandcastle play experience full of creativity, building, and fun! Please register.

This event is full

Rescheduled

Alzheimer's Disease: What You Need to Know - Presented by the Ocean County Health Department

Tue, Aug 18, 11:00am - 3:00pm

New date Tuesday, August 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Understanding Alzheimer's Disease: Awareness, Care, and Community.

Alzheimer's Disease: What You Need to Know - Presented by the Ocean County Health Department

Tue, Aug 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Understanding Alzheimer's Disease: Awareness, Care, and Community.

Seashell Geodes with WILDJersey

Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Create your own crystal geode from a seashell! This program is sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library.

Jackson Writers' Group

Tue, Aug 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Jackson Quiet Study Room

Bring your work, any genre.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Wed, Aug 19, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Ocean County Heath Department Information Table

Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Learn about substance use prevention for school aged children and information for parents.

Kosmic Kimmie's Science Show - Ages 6-12

Wed, Aug 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Get ready for fun science experiments and more! Join us for a hands on experience and learn something new! Ages 6-12. Featuring Enchanting Entertainment. Please Register.

This event is full

English Conversation Group

Wed, Aug 19, 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, Aug 20, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Make a Dino-Rama! - Ages 8-12

Thu, Aug 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Storytime Room

Come make a Dino diorama! Ages 8-12. Registration Required.

Jackson Friends of the Library Meeting

Thu, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

The Friends design and manage fundraising activities to support the library. New members are welcome.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Fri, Aug 21, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Sat, Aug 22, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Maker Drop-in Building - All Ages

Sat, Aug 22, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Join us in the Children's Department for some building fun.

Mindfulness Meditation: Tactile Body Scan

Sat, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jackson Meeting Room

Learn to connect to your body's language in this gentle meditation. The tactile body scan adds movements to embody sensations and feelings. Sponsored by Jackson Friends of the Library

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Sun, Aug 23, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Mon, Aug 24, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Community Crafters

Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Makerspace

Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Sensory Dino Baby Time (0-18mo)

Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:30am

Sensory Space

Come join us for a Dino themed Baby Time !

This event is full

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Tue, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 8:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Colonial Frolick - Early American Songs, Singing Games, and More

Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Jackson Meeting Room

This program is sponsored by the Ocean County Library Foundation.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Wed, Aug 26, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Aug 26, 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, Aug 27, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Silly Dinosaur Clay Figure Workshop - Ages 12-18

Thu, Aug 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Makerspace

Like clay? Like dinosaurs - especially silly looking ones? Join us to make your own!

Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Join yoga instructor Belle Burns for an hour long gentle and beginner Friendly Chair yoga practice.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Fri, Aug 28, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Sat, Aug 29, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Sun, Aug 30, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Mon, Aug 31, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Community Crafters

Mon, Aug 31, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Makerspace

Bring your own project - craft, knitting, crocheting, drawing, sewing, etc. - and enjoy your fellow crafters' company and conversation.

Jackson Youth Services Scavenger Hunt - All ages

Tue, Sep 01, All day

Join us all month long in the Children's section for our monthly Scavenger hunt. Prizes Sponsored by the Friends of the Jackson Library.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Tue, Sep 01, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Kids Build & Play - Ages 1-5

Tue, Sep 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Jackson Meeting Room

It's toddlers and pre-schoolers playtime at the library. Come and have fun while exploring age appropriate building and balancing toys. Please register.

Tuesday Muse Book Discussion

Tue, Sep 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Jackson Quiet Study Room

The Day the World Came To Town

Back to School Tween Sensory Slime - Ages 8-12

Tue, Sep 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Makerspace

Come make some slime!

A Musical State of Mind

Tue, Sep 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Jackson Meeting Room

A Musical State of Mind is a cabaret experience with songs curated to represent the fifty states of America in honor of the country's 250th birthday. Registration required.

Jackson Writers' Group

Tue, Sep 01, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Jackson Quiet Study Room

Bring your work, any genre.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Wed, Sep 02, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Thu, Sep 03, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Fri, Sep 04, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Sat, Sep 05, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Tue, Sep 08, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Jackson Afternoon Book Discussion

Tue, Sep 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Title: The Next Person You Meet in Heaven

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Wed, Sep 09, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Paws for Reading with Molly McMuffin! - Ages 6-12

Wed, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Storytime Room

Practice your reading skills in the company of gentle therapy dogs. We have four time slots (5:30, 5:45, 6, 6:15). Please call the Jackson Branch to sign up for a Time slot.

English Conversation Group

Wed, Sep 09, 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, Sep 10, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Stamp & Scroll: DIY Canvas Creations

Thu, Sep 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Makerspace

Create your own fall-themed canvas bag or pouch using easy-to-use stamps and brushes! No artistic experience needed just press paint and design a cozy autumn item to take home.

This event is full

Bad Art Afternoon for Teens - Ages 12-18

Thu, Sep 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Makerspace

Teens, get ready to glue, color, draw, and paint to create some really, really, bad art. Use your imagination and put your creativity (or lack thereof) to the test to try and create your worst.

Registration opens Thursday, August 20 2026 at 3:00pm

Farmer's Market Drop-In Crafts - All Ages

Fri, Sep 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Visit the library and farm stand to make some fall-themed crafts with us! No registration required!

Sensory Space-Baby & Me (0-18mo)

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

Sensory Space

Join us for Baby and Me, an hour dedicated to shared time in the Sensory Space for parents and their infants.

Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 10:30am

Jackson Sensory Space Open Hours

Fri, Sep 11, 11:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Jackson Branch.

Speed Friending for Seniors

Fri, Sep 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Jackson Meeting Room

Find potential new friends or acquaintances with shared interests through speed friending. The Library will provide questions for conversation starters. Light refreshments will be served.

Registration opens Wednesday, August 12 2026 at 12:00pm