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Registration opens:
October 29th, 2026

Leaders on Lithophane: Native American Heritage Month

2026-11-12 18:00:00 2026-11-12 19:00:00 America/New_York Leaders on Lithophane: Native American Heritage Month Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about Native American community leaders and submitting a unique 3D printed image to capture their likeness. Stafford Branch - Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

Thursday, November 12
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Stafford Branch

Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about Native American community leaders and submitting a unique 3D printed image to capture their likeness.

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about Native American community leaders and submitting a unique 3D printed image to capture their likeness. Learn about these individuals’ contributions to American history and the unique lithophane 3D printing process used to memorialize their deeds. The program will include a short presentation on several historical figures and brief demonstration of the lithophane 3D print process.

Supplies are limited. Please register.

Prints will be submitted during the program and will be available for pick up later.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM/STEAM/MAKER | General | Cultural Heritage & Celebrations |

Stafford Branch

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Upcoming Events

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sat, Oct 10, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sun, Oct 11, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Opening Week: Sahara Moon Album Celebration

Sun, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Join us on the 2nd floor for an intimate journey through the songwriting, recording and live performance of Sahara Moon's debut album, Reflections. Drop-in.

Drop-In Scarecrow Craft

Mon, Oct 12, All day

Drop-in to the Children's Room to make a fall themed, scarecrow craft! As long as supplies last. Geared toward children up to age 12. No registration required.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Mon, Oct 12, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor(Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

Mon, Oct 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Maker Monday

Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come craft with us!

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

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

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Building Day

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come build something GREAT!

Chat & Snack - Adult Conversation Group

Tue, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

Join us for a snack and friendly chat. This month's topic is Autumn.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

Wed, Oct 14, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Monster Mash Storytime

Wed, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

Learn about author and illustrator, Hervé Tullet, in our monster themed storytime and engaging art activity. Ages 6-12. Registration required. Please register each child individually.

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Radical Robots

Wed, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Have you ever coded a Robot?

Rescheduled

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

New date Thursday, October 15, 9:30am - 3:00pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Thu, Oct 15, 9:30am - 3:00pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Friends of the Stafford Library Meeting

Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

See what the Friends are doing to support the Stafford Branch. Join the Friends and volunteer today. Drop-in.

Sparks's Lab Tour

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

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

String of Purls - Knit/Crochet

Thu, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room B

Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - 3D Pen Pals

Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Keep Calm, Color On

Thu, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Join us for a relaxing hour, where tweens and teens can unwind and color! Ages 10-17. Registration required. Please register each participant individually.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Thu, Oct 15, 5:00pm - 8:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor(Children's Department).

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

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

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Perler Bead Buddies

Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sat, Oct 17, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

String of Purls - Knit/Crochet

Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room B

Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sun, Oct 18, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Mon, Oct 19, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor(Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

Mon, Oct 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Maker Monday

Mon, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come craft with us!

Bayside Ukulele Group

Mon, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

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

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Adults with Developmental Disabilities: Builders' Club

Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

Come join us for a creative experience, where participants can freely explore and build using the library's kits. Please register.

Sparks's Lab Tour

Tue, Oct 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Building Day

Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come build something GREAT!

Adult Craft - Halloween Papercraft

Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

Join us for a Halloween papercraft. Supplies limited. Please Register.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

Wed, Oct 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Radical Robots

Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Have you ever coded a Robot?

Huntington's Support Group

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

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room B

This volunteer-led group is open to anyone with Huntington's Disease, as well as caregivers, family, or friends of someone with the disease or simply anyone interested in learning more. Drop-in.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

Thu, Oct 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - 3D Pen Pals

Thu, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

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

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Fri, Oct 23, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop-in.

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Perler Bead Buddies

Fri, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sat, Oct 24, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sun, Oct 25, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Mon, Oct 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor(Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

Mon, Oct 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Maker Monday

Mon, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come craft with us!

Bayside Ukulele Group

Mon, Oct 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

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

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Building Day

Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come build something GREAT!

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

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

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Radical Robots

Wed, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Have you ever coded a Robot?

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Sparks's Lab Tour

Thu, Oct 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

String of Purls - Knit/Crochet

Thu, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room B

Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - 3D Pen Pals

Thu, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

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

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Children's Halloween Parade

Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

Please register each child individually. Wear your Halloween costume for our parade, and enjoy a craft and snack. Sponsored by The Friends of the Stafford Library! Ages 2-5. Registration required.

Registration opens Friday, October 16 2026 at 10:00am

Sparks's Lab Tour

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

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come check out Sparks's Lab!

Fri, Oct 30, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop-in.

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Perler Bead Buddies

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

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sat, Oct 31, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

String of Purls - Knit/Crochet

Sat, Oct 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room B

Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.

Spooky Stacks Bracelet Making-Drop In

Sat, Oct 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come make bracelets with us!

STF Sensory Space Passport Exploration - Drop In Full Month

Sun, Nov 01, All day

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department) and explore your senses!

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sun, Nov 01, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Mon, Nov 02, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

Mon, Nov 02, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room A

Caring for an Alzheimer's patient can be overwhelming. Join us monthly to learn how you can balance it all. Presented in partnership with Hackensack Meridian Health. To register call (609) 978-4728.

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Maker Monday

Mon, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Bayside Ukulele Group

Mon, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

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

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Tue, Nov 03, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Native American Powwow Stories and Crafts

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

Listen to stories about powwows! Make a rain stick and a paper teepee. Ages 4-8. Sponsored by The Friends of the Stafford Library. Registration required. Please register each child individually.

Registration opens Tuesday, October 20 2026 at 10:00am

AAUW Book Discussion

Tue, Nov 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

Contact the Stafford Branch to find out the book of the month and let us know if you are interested in joining this group.

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Perler Bead Buddies

Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Read with Pride

Tue, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

Meets on the first Tuesday of the Month at 6:30. Register or drop in. Even if you didn't read the book, join us for a great conversation. In partnership with Barnegat Pride

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Wed, Nov 04, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Toddler Storytime

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

Engage with your toddler in stories, movement, rhymes, and a simple craft. Learn and play at the library. Ages 12 - 36 months. Registration required. Please register each child individually.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 10:00am

First Wednesday Book Discussion

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

Contact the Stafford Branch to find our the book of the month and let us know if you are interested in joining this group.

The Sky Tonight - Planetarium Show

Wed, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 2:25pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

Join us for an unforgettable tour of the cosmos, exploring stars, constellations, visible planets, the Sun, and the Moon. Ages 9-17. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 2:00pm

The Sky Tonight - Planetarium Show

Wed, Nov 04, 2:30pm - 3:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

Join us for an unforgettable tour of the cosmos, exploring stars, constellations, visible planets, the Sun, and the Moon. Ages 9-17. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 2:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Thu, Nov 05, 9:30am - 8:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

I Love Squirrels Storytime

Thu, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

Learn about squirrels, listen to stories, and make a fun craft. Ages 3-5. Registration required. Please register each child individually.

Registration opens Thursday, October 22 2026 at 10:30am

String of Purls - Knit/Crochet

Thu, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room B

Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.

Sparks's Lab Open Hours- Radical Robots

Thu, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

English Conversation Group

Thu, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

New to speaking English? Visit this conversation group and practice speaking English. New members are always welcome.

Fri, Nov 06, All day

Stop by the Children's Room to pick up a book bundle. Supplies limited. First come first served. Ages 0-12.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Fri, Nov 06, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Fri, Nov 06, 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C

Bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. Drop-in.

Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Building Day

Fri, Nov 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sat, Nov 07, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

String of Purls - Knit/Crochet

Sat, Nov 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room B

Adults can join to learn Knit/Crochet or bring a project with them. Drop in.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Sun, Nov 08, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Drop-In Veteran's Day Card Making

Mon, Nov 09, All day

Stop by the children's department to make a card for Veterans Day. Cards will be delivered to some of our local veterans. Ages 0-12. No registration required. While supplies last.

Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours

Mon, Nov 09, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Stafford Sensory Space

Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).

Drop In Calming Coloring for Teens - Fall Bookmarks

Mon, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come create with us!

Bayside Ukulele Group

Mon, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room

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