Zen Zone Mondays: Dopamine Menus and Thanksgiving Mocktails

FanNation: The Geekstravaganza

Sat, Oct 03, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Join us for our annual FanNation event on Saturday, October 3rd from 10 AM to 4 PM!

Board Game Testing - Presented by Jersey Shore Gamery

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Help test a new game called WarBand--a modern tabletop strategy game with an old school fantasy heart. Easy to learn, rewarding to master.

K-Pop Dance Class

Sat, Oct 03, 10:00am - 10:45am

Mancini Hall

Learn to dance like your favorite K-Pop idols with Paige Cassidy from Saucy Studios! All participants must sign a waiver.

Children's Padawan Training Class - Presented by Saber Guild Corellia

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 11:30am

Mancini Hall

Costumed Jedi instructors guide children to "Use the Force".

Introduction to Magic the Gathering ™

Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Home Town Dairy

Learn how to play one of the most popular trading card games. Staff will provide a quick introduction and then guide patrons in beginner friendly games of spell slinging fun.

K-Pop Dance Class

Sat, Oct 03, 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Mancini Hall

Learn to dance like your favorite K-Pop idols with Paige Cassidy from Saucy Studios! All participants must sign a waiver.

Dungeons & Dragons Live

Sat, Oct 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Green Room

Join players on an adventure in the world of Dungeons and Dragons!

Puzzle Painting with Nonny Creates

Sat, Oct 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Home Town Dairy

Step into the Upside Down!

Board Game Testing - Presented by Jersey Shore Gamery

Sat, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Help test a new game called WarBand--a modern tabletop strategy game with an old school fantasy heart. Easy to learn, rewarding to master.

Children's Padawan Training Class - Presented by Saber Guild Corellia

Sat, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 1:30pm

Mancini Hall

Costumed Jedi instructors guide children to "Use the Force".

FanNation Kids Costume Giveaway

Sat, Oct 03, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Discovery Room

Are you in need of a child's Halloween costume?

Nerdy Trivia

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Mancini Hall

Compete as a team in Jeopardy-style nerdy trivia for the chance to win small prizes. These games will include some of the following categories, anime, games, movies, and other interests and fandoms.

3D Wall Art with Nonny Creates

Sat, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Home Town Dairy

Paint and assemble individual layers to build a multi-dimensional art piece that looks ready to call the Avengers. Space is limited. Sign-up at the FanNation Lobby Table.

FanNation Cosplay Contest

Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Mancini Hall

Represent your fandom and participate in our cosplay contest where prizes will be awarded to the top 3 cosplayers.

NJ Shack Life - Island Beach State Park Exhibit - By Kenneth Hoffman

Sun, Oct 04, 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.

Mon, Oct 05, All day

McConnell Gallery

NJ Shack Life - Island Beach State Park Photography Exhibit by Kenneth Hoffman Display will be in Gallery from October 1-October 31 Opening Reception will be October 6: 5-7

Essential Computer Skills for Everyday Use

Mon, Oct 05, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Spiral Wooden Mobile

Mon, Oct 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 9/21. Please register each child individually. Paint and customize your own spiral wooden mobile using beads, ribbon, paper, and other decorative materials. Ages 7-12.

Mon, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Three hands-on sessions. Please register for each session you plan to attend.

Beginner Crocheting Class

Mon, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Once You Get Started, You'll Be Hooked!

This event is full

It's Fun to Be One Storytime

Tue, Oct 06, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 9/22. Please register each child individually. Grow little one's love for the library with stories, songs, playtime, and more. Ages 12-23 months with a caregiver.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 06, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Tue, Oct 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device (phone, tablet, laptop, etc.).

This event is full

Virtual Talk: Food Network Star Joe Sasto - Virtual

Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device (phone, tablet, laptop, etc.).

This event is full

Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/209326

Tue, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Cancelled

Game Night for Adults

Tue, Oct 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Come play video games at the library and make new friends.

Book Bundles to Go

Wed, Oct 07, 9:00am - 10:00am

YS Living Room/YS Area

As supplies last, check out a bundle of books from the children's department and a craft to take home. Ages 3 - 7.

Wed, Oct 07, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Preschool Storytime

Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins September 23. Please register each child individually. Visit the library to develop pre-literacy skills with stories, songs, movement, & more. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

This event is full

Wed, Oct 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Wed, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard?!!?

Pony Bead Pets for Teens

Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Green Room

Settle in for a relaxing afternoon and create your very own Pony Bead pet keychain that you can take everywhere you go!

Adult Crochet Club

Wed, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP... Bring Your Own Crochet Project!

LGBTeens

Wed, Oct 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Teen Zone

Join us for LGBTeens, a club for LGBTQIA+ and allied teens to participate in fun activities, support one another, explore our collection of LGBTQ books, and help to shape library programs.

Thu, Oct 08, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Baby & Me

Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 9/24. Please register each child individually. Visit the library for an interactive program for you and your baby. For babies up to 12 months with a caregiver.

De-Stress with Dogs for Teens

Thu, Oct 08, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Teen Zone

Drop in and de-stress with therapy dogs. You can talk to the dogs about your troubles, relax, play, and hang out with the visiting furry friends.

Virtual Talk: Smithsonian Curator Carolyn Russo - Virtual

Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

To register, visit https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary/208639

Think Like a Salesperson and Succeed Like a Business Owner - Small Business Seminar

Thu, Oct 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Home Town Dairy

1Ark presents how to succeed in small business by thinking like a sales person!

Pens & Pages Teen Writing Club: Spooky Edition

Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Bishop (upstairs)

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.

Fri, Oct 09, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Fri, Oct 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Fri, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Sat, Oct 10, 10:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

NJ Shack Life - Island Beach State Park Exhibit - By Kenneth Hoffman

Sun, Oct 11, 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.

Mon, Oct 12, All day

McConnell Gallery

NJ Shack Life - Island Beach State Park Photography Exhibit by Kenneth Hoffman Display will be in Gallery from October 1-October 31 Opening Reception will be October 6: 5-7

Pizza Craft to Go

Mon, Oct 12, 9:00am - 10:00am

YS Living Room/YS Area

As supplies last grab a craft to go in honor of National Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month and National Pizza Month. Ages 5-8.

Friends Monthly Meeting - Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River

Mon, Oct 12, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bishop (upstairs)

The Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River meet monthly to discuss fund raising activities that support the library. New members are welcome.

Sugar Scrub Sand Art for Teens

Mon, Oct 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Home Town Dairy

Have you ever created sand art and wished you could do something with it? Now you can! Join us to create DIY sugar scrub sand art that you can use in your skincare routine! Potential allergens.

Haunted Bird Houses

Mon, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Build and decorate a bird house that's sure to scare away all of the trick or tweeters!

This event is full

Rescheduled

NJ ABLE - Securing Your Disabled Child's Financial Future

Mon, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

New date Monday, October 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Adults with disabilities are entitled to receive Social Security and Medicaid. But did you know that you can supplement those funds by saving for your child now - without sacrificing their benefits?

Zen Zone Mondays: Glow in the Dark Moon Banner

Mon, Oct 12, 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 learn about moon phases, and make a glow-in-the-dark banner.

Drop-In Video Games for Kids

Mon, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

YS Living Room/YS Area

Play video games and make some new friends. Ages 4 - 12. No registration required.

Fall Carnival Dance for Adults w/ Developmental Disabilities

Tue, Oct 13, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Preschool Storytime

Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 9/29. Please register each child individually. Visit the library to develop pre-literacy skills with stories, songs, movement, & more. Ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

Tue, Oct 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Mancini Hall

Join us in for a fun Fall Carnival themed dance with music by DJ DanceMaur. Dancing, games, and a chance to win prizes! This dance is for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

This event is full

Tue, Oct 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Tue, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device (phone, tablet, laptop, etc.).

This event is full

Tue, Oct 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard?!!?

Craft with Pride - Fall Embroidery

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device (phone, tablet, laptop, etc.).

This event is full

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Join us for some monthly crafts and conversations in the Maker Space. This program is for those who identify as LGBTQIA+ and their allies. All are welcome. Please Register.

Evening Book Discussion

Tue, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Green Room

This month the selection is Class, by Stephanie Land. Please register for this discussion.

Basically Ballet Presents: An Addams Family Ballet

Tue, Oct 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

Registration required. Basically Ballet presents a whimsical story through movement. For all ages. Registration opens on 9/29/26.

Wed, Oct 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Crafting for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Stories & Playdough Play

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 9/30. Please register each child individually. Ages 2-3. Join us for stories, songs, and playdough fun. Sponsored by the Friends of the Toms River Library.

This event is full

Wed, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

Join us to have fun and make a simple craft.

Wed, Oct 14, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Papel Picado Craft For Teens & Tweens!

Wed, Oct 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Create your own Papel Picado!

LEAP Class Beginner

Thu, Oct 15, 9:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

The Library Equal Access Program (LEAP) provides free training in the use of assistive technology on the iPad or iPhone. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course.

Thu, Oct 15, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Oct 15, 11:00am - 1:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Teen Art Hangout

Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Join us in the Makerspace for a by teens, for teens art hangout!

Think Like a Salesperson and Succeed Like a Business Owner - Small Business Seminar

Thu, Oct 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Home Town Dairy

1Ark presents how to succeed in small business by thinking like a sales person!

Fri, Oct 16, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Fri, Oct 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Drop-In Fall Glitter Globe Craft

Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Gentle Yoga with Belle

Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Bishop (upstairs)

Namaste!

Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Discovery Room

Drop in and make a fall glitter globe to celebrate the season. Ages 5-12. No registration required.

Bookchella - Teen Music and Book Festival

Sat, Oct 17, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

Green Room,Lobby,Mancini Hall

Join us for Bookchella, a one-of-a-kind teen bookish-themed music festival. Registration required.

NJ Shack Life - Island Beach State Park Exhibit - By Kenneth Hoffman

Sun, Oct 18, 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.

Mon, Oct 19, All day

McConnell Gallery

NJ Shack Life - Island Beach State Park Photography Exhibit by Kenneth Hoffman Display will be in Gallery from October 1-October 31 Opening Reception will be October 6: 5-7

Teen Halloween Movie Night: Ghostbusters (2016)

Mon, Oct 19, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Mancini Hall

Come out for a teens-only movie night and pizza party with special guests The Ghostbusters of Ocean and Monmouth Counties before the movie!

Rescheduled

Beginner Cricut Class

Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

New date Monday, October 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Dust Off Your Cricut And Make Something!

Beginner Cricut Class

Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Dust Off Your Cricut And Make Something!

This event is full

NJ ABLE - Securing Your Disabled Child's Financial Future

Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Adults with disabilities are entitled to receive Social Security and Medicaid. But did you know that you can supplement those funds by saving for your child now - without sacrificing their benefits?

Essential Computer Skills for Everyday Use

Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Three hands-on sessions. Please register for each session you plan to attend.

Tween Paint Party

Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; opens October 5th .Please register each child individually. Paint some cool wooden objects . Ages 8-12.

Registration opens Monday, October 5 2026 at 9:00am

Pottery Painting with Wish Upon a Jar

Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Green Room

Get your paint on!

This event is full

Tue, Oct 20, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Toddler Play

Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins 10/6. Join us in the discovery room for playtime, Do-a-Dot art, coloring, and more! Ages 2-3 with a caregiver.

Registration opens Tuesday, October 6 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 20, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Tue, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Wed, Oct 21, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Concert with the Zydeco Revelators

Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

Learning Letters Drop-In

Wed, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Discovery Room

Visit stations around the children's room to have fun building literacy skills. No registration required. Ages 2-6.

Adult Crochet Club

Wed, Oct 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

BYOCP... Bring Your Own Crochet Project!

Wed, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Mancini Hall

This band will have you dancing in your seats with their authentic Louisiana Zydeco grooves.

LEAP Class Beginner

Thu, Oct 22, 9:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

The Library Equal Access Program (LEAP) provides free training in the use of assistive technology on the iPad or iPhone. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course.

Thu, Oct 22, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Thu, Oct 22, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Think Like a Salesperson and Succeed Like a Business Owner - Small Business Seminar

Thu, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Home Town Dairy

1Ark presents how to succeed in small business by thinking like a sales person!

Drop-In Fall Craft

Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

No registration required. Stop by the Discovery Room for a fun fall craft! Ages 5-12.

Fri, Oct 23, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Waddlers Storytime

Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required; starting 10/9. Please register each child individually. Join us for stories, songs, and playtime. Ages 12 - 23 months.

Registration opens Friday, October 9 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, Oct 23, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Origami Autumn Wreath

Fri, Oct 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Home Town Dairy

Follow along to learn how to make your own origami autumn wreath. No experience necessary, just a willingness to try something new. Please register, as space is limited.

Registration opens Friday, October 9 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard?!!?

NJ Shack Life - Island Beach State Park Exhibit - By Kenneth Hoffman

Sun, Oct 25, 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.

Mon, Oct 26, All day

McConnell Gallery

NJ Shack Life - Island Beach State Park Photography Exhibit by Kenneth Hoffman Display will be in Gallery from October 1-October 31 Opening Reception will be October 6: 5-7

Essential Computer Skills for Everyday Use

Mon, Oct 26, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Scary Slime!

Mon, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Just In Slime For Halloween!

This event is full

Cancelled

Computer Mouse

Mon, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

No experience using a mouse is required.

Mon, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Third hands-on session. Please register for each session you plan to attend.

Pumpkin String Art

Mon, Oct 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Discovery Room

Please register each child individually. Registration begins October 12. Hang out and make a pumpkin using string art. Ages 8 - 12.

Registration opens Monday, October 12 2026 at 9:00am

Tue, Oct 27, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

What Will You Create Today?

DIY Wearable Art Drop-In

Tue, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Discovery Room

Drop by for a night of DIY creativity. Design and create your own pins, stickers, & patches. No registration required. Ages 5-12. Sponsored by Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River.

Cancelled

Vinyl Record Nights

Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Come unwind and listen to curated vinyl records.

Knitting 101

Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Learn beginner friendly knitting skills through hands on & guided instruction.

Wed, Oct 28, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Home Town Dairy

New to speaking English? Join us and talk about current events and more. New members welcome.

Baby Art & Play

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins 10/14. Please register each child individually. Visit the library for fun, baby art, and playtime. Dress for a mess. Ages 6-23 months with a caregiver.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 14 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 28, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Won't Hear A Chirp!

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Wed, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard?!!?

Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Teen Zone

Gain valuable leadership skills and earn community service hours through our Teen Advisory Board (TAB).

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

Wed, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

You Made That Out Of Cardboard?!!?

Glow in the Dark Slime

Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Discovery Room

Registration required; begins 10/14. Join us for an interactive STEAM program where participants will create and customize their own fun, messy, glow-in-the-dark sensory experiment! Ages 8-12.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 14 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Home Town Dairy

Continue your adventures in the world of Dungeons & Dragons! Ages 13 - 18 Please Register!

This event is full

Trevor's Banned Book Club

Wed, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Green Room

Trevor's Banned Book Club believes reading is fundamental and knowledge is power. Gather to read and discuss books that have been subject to bans across the country.

LEAP Class Beginner

Thu, Oct 29, 9:30am - 11:30am

Green Room

The Library Equal Access Program (LEAP) provides free training in the use of assistive technology on the iPad or iPhone. iPad experience is a prerequisite for this course.

Thu, Oct 29, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

Silly Storytime

Thu, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Discovery Room

Registration required, begins 10/15. Please register each child individually. Join us for silly stories, songs, and plenty of opportunities to learn and move together. Ages 3-5.

Registration opens Thursday, October 15 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Cancelled

Walk 4 Memory

Thu, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Walk 4 Memory is a multi-sensory, indoor walking based, FUN and Easy to Follow, movement to music program designed to improve body and brain fitness.

Thu, Oct 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Can We Build It? Yes, We Can!

Thu, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device (phone, tablet, laptop, etc.).

This event is full

Thu, Oct 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

One-on-One beginner-level assistance with your device (phone, tablet, laptop, etc.).

This event is full

Children's Halloween Parade

Fri, Oct 30, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

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

Fri, Oct 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Fri, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sparks's Lab (Makerspace)

Let's A Go!

Sat, Oct 31, 10:30am - 4:30pm

Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 2nd floor of the Toms River Branch.

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.