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Turkey STEM Drop In Lab (Ages 6-11)

Don't let Tom run away! Build him a cage!
2026-11-18 15:00:00 2026-11-18 16:00:00 America/New_York Turkey STEM Drop In Lab (Ages 6-11) Come create with us! Stafford Branch - Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Wednesday, November 18
3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Stafford Branch

Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace

Come create with us!

Space in the Lab is limited. Availability is on a first come, first serve basis. Time in the Lab will be limited to 30 minutes if there are makers waiting. Makers under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Hours subject to change; please check the online calendar prior to arriving.

Create a toothpick cage around a turkey. Tom the turkey doesn't want to be eaten for Thanksgiving dinner, build him a cage so he doesn’t get away!

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AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM/STEAM/MAKER | General | DIY/Craft |

TAGS: | Sparkss Lab |

Stafford Branch
Phone: (609) 597-3381
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Sun, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Mon, Oct 12, All day
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Mon, Oct 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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Tue, Oct 13, 9:30am - 8:30pm
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Tue, Oct 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Tue, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room
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Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours
Wed, Oct 14, 9:30am - 8:30pm
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Sparks's Lab Tour
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Wed, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room
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Wed, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace
Have you ever coded a Robot?
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Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Oct 15, 9:30am - 8:30pm
New date Thursday, October 15, 9:30am - 3:00pm
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Stafford Sensory Space Open Hours
Thu, Oct 15, 9:30am - 3:00pm
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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
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String of Purls - Knit/Crochet
Thu, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room B
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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
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Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).
Sparks's Lab Tour
Fri, Oct 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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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
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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
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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
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Come check out Sparks's Lab!
Sparks's Lab Open Hours - Maker Monday
Mon, Oct 19, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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Mon, Oct 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Stafford 1st Floor Main Meeting Room
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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
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Sparks's Lab Tour
Tue, Oct 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Come check out Sparks's Lab!
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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
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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
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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!
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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
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Stafford 2nd Floor Meeting Room C
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Sparks's Lab, the Makerspace in the Stafford Branch, will be open for self-led use of eligible equipment.
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Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).
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Sun, Oct 25, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
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Visit the Sensory Space on the 1st Floor (Children's Department).
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Mon, Oct 26, 9:30am - 4:30pm
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Mon, Oct 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Come check out Sparks's Lab!
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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!
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Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Stafford Sparks's Lab Makerspace
Come build something GREAT!
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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!
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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!
Mah Jongg
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.
Book Bundles
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).
Mah Jongg
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.
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