Mufasa: The Lion King

Percy vs. Goliath - (PG-13) 99 minutes

Sat, Aug 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Drop in with your own supplies.

Scavenger Hunt

Mon, Aug 17, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Stop by the children's area to complete a scavenger hunt. New scavenger hunt each Monday from 6/22 to 8/24.

Mon, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon movie at the Barnegat Library.

Back to School with Confidence (Grades 2-3) - Presented by NJ4S Compass Ocean County

Mon, Aug 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.

Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Barnegat Meeting Room

Sign-up for this three-week series. Each week will feature a new topic so you can go back to school with A+ confidence. Presented by NJ4S Compass Ocean County.

Back to School with Confidence (Grades 4-5) - Presented by NJ4S Compass Ocean County

Tue, Aug 18, 11:15am - 11:45am

Barnegat Meeting Room

Sign-up for this three-week series. Each week will feature a new topic so you can go back to school with A+ confidence. Presented by NJ4S Compass Ocean County.

Art Chat

Tue, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Meet and talk with local artists. Bring your own work for feedback.

Little Archaeologists - w/ the American Swedish Historical Museum

Tue, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Barnegat Meeting Room

Learn about archaeology and museums as we get a hands-on look at archaeology through a storytime, archaeological tool exploration, and a mini dig site. Ages 2-6. Register.

This event is full

Join The Ragtimers in Commemorating America's 250th Birthday

Wed, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Come celebrate America's 250th Birthday with Fred Lehotay and the Ragtimers as they perform classic patriotic favorites.

Rescheduled

Anime Cooking with Chef Brian - for teens

Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

New date Wednesday, August 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Join Chef Brian for a live cooking demonstration where you'll learn how to make delicious anime-inspired dishes inspired by your favorite shows. Potential allergen. Ages 12-18.

Teapot Planters - craft for adults

Thu, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Drop in with your own supplies.

Thu, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Paint your own charming ceramic teapot planter perfect for succulents, cacti, or small houseplants. Add a whimsical touch to your kitchen, windowsill, or garden!

This event is full

The Baby-sitters Club - Ages 8-12

Thu, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Join us for an exciting Baby-Sitters Club program at the Library! Fans of the beloved book series will enjoy a variety of fun and engaging activities. Ages 8-12. Register.

JAM (Joy, Art, Music) - for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Sat, Aug 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Drop in with your own supplies.

Scavenger Hunt

Mon, Aug 24, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Stop by the children's area to complete a scavenger hunt. New scavenger hunt each Monday from 6/22 to 8/24.

Mon, Aug 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Spend the morning making crafts and socializing with others. Sponsored by the Reynolds Family Foundation.

Eat Pray Love - (PG-13) 145 minutes

Mon, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon movie at the Barnegat Library.

Back to School with Confidence (Grades 2-3) - Presented by NJ4S Compass Ocean County

Mon, Aug 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.

Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Barnegat Meeting Room

Sign-up for this three-week series. Each week will feature a new topic so you can go back to school with A+ confidence. Presented by NJ4S Compass Ocean County.

Back to School with Confidence (Grades 4-5) - Presented by NJ4S Compass Ocean County

Tue, Aug 25, 11:15am - 11:45am

Barnegat Meeting Room

Sign-up for this three-week series. Each week will feature a new topic so you can go back to school with A+ confidence. Presented by NJ4S Compass Ocean County.

Anime Cooking with Chef Brian - for teens

Tue, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Drop in with your own supplies.

Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Join Chef Brian for a live cooking demonstration where you'll learn how to make delicious anime-inspired dishes inspired by your favorite shows. Potential allergen. Ages 12-18.

Thu, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Drop in with your own supplies.

King Kong (PG-13) 187 minutes

Sat, Aug 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Drop in with your own supplies.

Mon, Aug 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon movie at the Barnegat Library.

Mon, Aug 31, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Bayside Ukes welcomes uke players of all levels to our free gatherings. Bring your own ukulele. Drop-in.

First Wednesday Book Club

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

Drop in with your own supplies.

Book Café

Tue, Sep 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Drop in and talk about what you're reading and enjoy light refreshments. Sponsored by the Friends of the Barnegat Library.

Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Barnegat Meeting Room

This month the group will be discussing Jacqueline In Paris by Ann Mah. Contact the Barnegat Branch if you are interested in joining this group.

Caregiver Support Group

Thu, Sep 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Being a caregiver can be overwhelming. Learn how you can balance it all. Presented in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. To register call (609) 978-4728.

Southern Ocean Birding Group - Bird Behaviors

Thu, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Thu, Sep 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Each month, the Southern Ocean Birding Group brings in a speaker on the topics of birds in New Jersey.

Sat, Sep 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Drop in with your own supplies.

Adult Craft: Diamond Art Flower Magnets

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

Drop in with your own supplies.

Tue, Sep 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Create your own sparkling flower magnet with diamond art! Place colorful rhinestones onto a numbered design and watch your masterpiece come to life. Sponsored by Friends of the Barnegat Library.

Registration opens Tuesday, August 25 2026 at 9:00am

Preschool Storytime

Wed, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Barnegat Meeting Room

Come for stories, songs, and a craft. Playtime follows. Apples! Dress for a mess we will make apple prints. Ages 3 - 5. Please register children.

Registration opens Wednesday, August 26 2026 at 9:00am

DIY Pencil Case - Drop-in Craft

Thu, Sep 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Drop in with your own supplies.

Thu, Sep 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Stop by the library after school to color a zippered canvas pencil case. While supplies last. Ages 9-12. Drop in.

AAUW Monday Book Discussion

Sat, Sep 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

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Mon, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

This month the group will be discussing Afterlife Julia Alvarez. Contact the Barnegat Branch if you are interested in joining this group.

Mufasa: The Lion King - (PG) 118 mins

Mon, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Barnegat Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon movie at the Barnegat Library.