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Registration opens:
October 14th, 2026

Native American Heritage Month Conversation & Craft

Gourd Rattles
2026-11-04 18:00:00 2026-11-04 19:30:00 America/New_York Native American Heritage Month Conversation & Craft Learn about local Tribal Communities and create a gourd rattle in celebration of Native American Heritage Month Toms River Branch - Mancini Hall

Wednesday, November 04
6:00pm - 7:30pm

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Toms River Branch

Mancini Hall

Learn about local Tribal Communities and create a gourd rattle in celebration of Native American Heritage Month

Representatives of Lenapehoking Reestablishment will speak about the recent history and ongoing existence of local Tribal Communities, and the means in which they continue to thrive in their homelands. The conversation will include focus on Indigenous Youth and Arts, and the need to balance between both modern society and cultural worlds.

In addition, participants will create basic Gourd Rattles, utilizing gourds and beans, as well as hear stories of the origins of Lenape Bean Dance, and the rattle's place in that.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures & Discussion | Friends Event | DIY/Craft | Cultural Heritage & Celebrations |

TAGS: | OCLFriendsSponsored | NativeAmericanHeritageMonth |

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Fri, Oct 30, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Children's Halloween Parade
Fri, Oct 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
YS Living Room/YS Area
Trick-or-Treat around the library! Wear your costume and bring a bag to collect some treats. Registration required; begins October 16. Ages 2-5. *Potential Allergens*
Registration opens Friday, October 16 2026 at 9:00am
Sparks's Cup Mario Kart Race Day!
Fri, Oct 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Let's A Go!
Sparks's Cup Mario Kart Race Day!
Fri, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)
Let's A Go!
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sat, Oct 31, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Sun, Nov 01, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch. Due to the high demand, there is a limit of 15 minutes in the Space on Sundays. Availability is first come, first serve.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Mon, Nov 02, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Pens & Pages: Teen Writing Club - Novel November Sessions
Mon, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Home Town Dairy
Ever wish that you could brainstorm with other writers about your writing projects? Now you can! Join your fellow word nerds to chat about all things writing while listening to lo-fi music.
Registration opens Monday, October 12 2026 at 3:00pm
Zen Zone Mondays: Dopamine Menus and Thanksgiving Mocktails
Mon, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Home Town Dairy
Teens! Relax and unwind as you meet with friends, do hands-on activities, and learn about and practice self-care. In this session, we'll create our own "dopamine menu" while mixing up some mocktails.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Tue, Nov 03, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
Preschool Storytime
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Discovery Room
Registration required; begins October 20. Please register each child individually. Visit the library to develop pre-literacy skills with stories, songs, movement, & more. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 20 2026 at 9:00am
Origami Table Setting
Tue, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Home Town Dairy
Using origami paper, learn how to make a silverware holder, place card setting and table décor. No experience necessary, just a willingness to try something new. Please register, as space is limited.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 20 2026 at 9:00am
Virtual Talk: Spiritual Author Asha Frost - Virtual
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/216766
Register
Dog Man Bookmark Coloring Drop-In
Tue, Nov 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Discovery Room
Join us in the Children's Department to celebrate the release of the newest Dog Man book, Dog Man: A Sprinkle in Time, with Dog Man themed bookmarks to color! No registration required. Ages 0-12.
Someone Must Wash the Dishes : An Anti-Suffrage Satire - Written by Marie Jenney Howe, Performed by Michele LaRue
Tue, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Bishop (upstairs)
Directed by Warren Kliewer, this anti-Suffrage satire written in 1912 is performed in the modern age, complete with period appropriate clothing and a question and answer session afterward.
Cancelled
Game Night for Adults
Tue, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Come play video games at the library and make new friends.
Toms River Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Nov 04, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Sensory Space
Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.
English Conversation Group
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Home Town Dairy
New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.
Native American Heritage Month Conversation & Craft - Gourd Rattles
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Mancini Hall
Learn about local Tribal Communities and create a gourd rattle in celebration of Native American Heritage Month
Registration opens Wednesday, October 14 2026 at 6:00pm
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bishop (upstairs)
Continue your adventures in the world of Dungeons & Dragons! Ages 13 - 18 Please Register!
Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 9:00am
Fall Lacing Cards
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Discovery Room
Registration required; begins 10/21. Please register each child individually. Create a fall-themed card using cardstock as the base material and simple embroidery floss stitches. Ages 8-12.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 9:00am
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