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Calendar of EventsSeptember 2012

Table of ContentsBarnegat................................................2

Beachwood ...........................................4

Berkeley ................................................5

Brick ......................................................7

Island Heights.....................................10

Jackson ...............................................11

Lacey ...................................................13

Lakewood............................................15

Little Egg Harbor ................................18

Long Beach Island .............................20

Manchester .........................................22

Plumsted .............................................24

Point Beach.........................................25

Point Borough ....................................26

Stafford................................................28

Toms River ..........................................30

Tuckerton ............................................33

Upper Shores......................................34

Waretown ............................................35

All Library programs are free andopen to the public, but registration

may be limited. To avoid disappoint-ment, please call the branch wherethe program is offered to register.

A Adult Program

T Teen Program

CH Children’s Program

C Computer Class

F Family Program

BD Book Discussion

FR Friends Program

ED Exhibits & Displays

COH Chapters of Health

REG Please register

HHM Hispanic Heritage Month

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The Ocean County Library sys-tem makes every effortto provide access to ourprograms for people with dis-abilities. Please call your localbranch prior to attending theprogram for special needsarrangements.

H All activities pose a degree of risk. Weurge you to talk to your physician beforebeginning any exercise program and tobe especially careful if you have anyhealth issues. If you experience anypain or discomfort associated with anyactivity, you should stop immediately toprevent injury.

All branches of the Ocean

County Library will be closed

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Monday, September 3,

in observance of

Labor Day

See our His-

panic Heritage

Month Insert for additional

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BARNEGATA - Business HoursEnglish ConversationsLed by trained volunteers, new speakers of English get the chance to practice and develop self-confidence in a welcoming, informal environment.Groups and individualized conversation available. Spe-cial times can also be arranged. Please call Peggy at 609-698-3331 to register, or stop by circulation desk.

A - 9/5, 10 am - 12 pm, WednesdayFree Blood Pressure ScreeningProvided by the Ocean County Health Department.

CH - 9/5, 10:30 am, WednesdayTiny Tot TalesOur shortest storytime for your littlest listeners. Ages 10 – 18 months. REG

T - 9/5, 7 pm, WednesdayAnime / Manga ClubEnjoy all things manga and anime while having fun with friends new and old. Drop in, Grades 7 - 12.

A - 9/7, 2:30 pm, FridayGenealogy on the InternetClimb your family tree and explore genealogy databas-es offered by the library including those accessible free from your home. REG

CH - 9/10, 10:30 am, MondayToddler TalesJoin us for stories, songs and fun. Ages 18 - 36 months. REG

A - 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 1 pm, MondaysMonday MoviesJoin us on Mondays for movies on the library’s big screen. Customers are welcome to bring snacks from home to enjoy during the movie.9/10: Battleship (Rated PG-13)9/17: Think Like a Man (Rated PG-13)9/24: The 5 Year Engagement (Rated R)

A - 9/11, 10:15 am, TuesdayKnitting 101 with Aunt Franny She is back. All skill levels are invited.

FR - 9/11, 1 pm, Tuesday

Friends MeetingJoin an active group looking for new ideas to support our branch. We connect people and build communities.

A - 9/12, 7 pm, WednesdayWriters Group Meeting

CH, F - 9/13, 6:30 pm, ThursdayFamily Movie Night: Disney Nature’s Chimpanzee (Rated PG.) A 3-year-old chimpanzee is separated from his troop and then adopted by a fully-grown male. Bring your own popcorn and enjoy (No drinks, please.) REG or drop in.

F - 9/14, 10 am – 4 pm, FridayCounty Connection Mobile BusProviding services including county ID, passports, se-nior services and more. Bus located in back parking lot.

HHM, CH - 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10:30 am, FridaysHispanic Heritage Month Storytime – 3 week sessionIt’s Hispanic Heritage Month. Join us for three weeks of stories and fun. We’ll feature Spanish words and songs each week. Ages 3 - 5. REG once for all three sessions.

A - 9/18, 2 pm, TuesdayBook DiscussionRoom by Emma DonoghueA five-year-old boy has never known any living space beyond an eleven square foot room where his mother has been imprisoned for seven years.This novel is beautifully written as a first person narra-tive from the view of this young boy. Mother and child plan a nail-biting escape to face the world together.

A - 9/18, 7 pm, TuesdayMeet the Artists of the Pinelands Photography Group Artists displaying at the branch will show slides while explaining their art and knowledge of the Pinelands. Questions are encouraged, whether about the photos or the Pinelands. This is week 1 in a 3 week series dedicat-ed to information and education on the Pinelands. REG

CH - 9/19, 4 pm, WednesdayTween the Covers – Book ClubA monthly gathering of tweens and books. Ages 9+.

T - 9/19, 7 pm, WednesdayTeen Advisory Board (TAB)Participate in community service. Teens grades 7 - 12 are welcome to share ideas and plan programs.

CH, T - 9/20, 6 pm, ThursdayTween Craft: Thai String Dolls Craft your favorite character. Make a small, handcrafted doll using embroidery thread and pipe cleaners. Ages 10 – 15. REG

A - 9/22, 1 pm, SaturdayKnitting 101 with Aunt Franny She is back. All skill levels are invited.

A - 9/25, 7 pm, TuesdayPinelands Preservation Alliance Executive Director Carlton Montgomery to Speak at BranchMr. Montgomery has done extensive writing and re-search on ecological planning, water/soil/plant/wildlife sustainability of the Pinelands. What happens to the pines affects all of us on the coastal shores. Ask ques-tions - tell your stories - this is a fun interactive night about the pines. This is the second in a series on the Pinelands. REG

A - 9/27, 2 pm, ThursdayAdult Craft: Button BraceletsUse an assortment of unique and colorful buttons to string a bracelet with a simple clasp. REG

CH - 9/28, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm, FridayTail Waggin’ TutorRead to a therapy dog. For beginning or struggling readers. REG

BEACHWOODC – By Appointment OnlyIndividualized Computer Chats

FR – 9/7, 10 am, FridayFriends of the Library MeetingAll are welcome to join the group.

T – 9/10, 7 pm, MondayTeen Advisory BoardAges 12 - 17. REG

CH – 9/11, 10 am, TuesdayMother GooseEarly literacy program with rhymes, songs, instruments and more. Infants up to 23 months. REG

A – 9/14, 10:30 pm, FridayBook DiscussionHotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Fer-

gusCopies available at the branch.

COH, A – 9/17, 2 pm, MondayStroke Awareness ProgramThe Center for Healthy Aging at Kimball Medical Cen-ter presents, “Stroke Awareness”, the second in a series of workshops. Please come for our presentation on what you can do to prevent a stroke, the signs and symptoms of a stroke and a free blood pressure screening. Health coaches will be available to answer questions. REG

HHM, CH – 9/17, 6:30 pm, MondayPaper Bag SerapesCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. With a few simple materials, your child will make a colorful serape. Ages 5+ with caregiver. REG F – 9/18, 10 am, TuesdayAmerican Sign Language for Homeschooling FamiliesStudents, any age, who have the basics are welcome. REG

CH – 9/19, 3:45 pm, WednesdayRover’s ReadersCome read to library dogs, Taffy and Rusty. For read-ing children up to age 12. REG

A – 9/21, 10 am, FridayKnit WitsWant to learn to knit or crochet? No registration necessary.

T – 9/22, 10 am, SaturdayBagels and Books Teen Book ClubThe Circuit by Francisco Jimenez.Copies available at the branch.Ages 12 - 17. REG

CH – 9/22, 11 am, SaturdayBooks with BearCome read to Mr. Bear, our library cat. He is a Siberian cat and is hypo-allergenic. Ages 5 - 12. REG

T,A – 9/24, 6:30 pm, MondayPlarning, the art of crocheting with plasticLearn to recycle your plastic bags into reusable totes. Knowledge of crocheting not necessary. For tweens, teens, adults. REG

CH – 9/25, 10 am, TuesdayToddler Time

Stories, Music and MovementAges 2 - 4. REG

A – 9/28, 10 am - 12 pm, FridayVegan CookingLearn the basics of this healthy way of eating. We will learn how to make substitutions, try some tasty treats, and answer the question: “What do you do with tofu?” REG

BERKELEYCH – 9/4 through 9/29Back to School Scavenger HuntCome to the library anytime to hunt for school supplies and win a small prize. All ages.

A - 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, TuesdaysEnglish Conversation GroupThis is an informal conversation group for people who are learning English. Classes meet every Tuesday at 6:30 pm. ¡Si usted quiere practicar sus ingles, vengase a la Su-cursal de Berkeley! Únase a un grupo de gente que usa conversación informal pare mejorar su inglés.

A – 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 1 pm, ThursdaysAn Afternoon of Mah JonggNew players are invited to learn from experienced play-ers, and experienced players are invited to play with their peers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library. REG

CH – 9/7, 10:30 am, FridayDancing and Bumping the ChuteLet’s move to the music. Enjoy dance and parachute activities for child and parent together. Ages 2 to 4 with an adult. REG

A – 9/8, 2 pm, Saturday“I’ve Finished My First Draft…Now What?”Join published writers from the NewJersey Authors’ Network for a fun, informative discus-sion on getting published in today’s market. Find out why typing “THE END” is really just the beginning. REGA, T – 9/10, 2 pm - 6:45 pm, MondayAmerican Red Cross Blood DriveThe need for blood in our area is great. Please consider taking about an hour of time to donate blood. Teens who are at least 16 years, but not yet 17, may donate

blood with parental permission. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are also welcome. Please make your appointment by calling the Berkeley Branch.

A – 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, MondaysThe Yarn DollsKnit or crochet with this very diverse group. Come meet new people, have a few laughs and brush up on an old skill. Bring your unfinished projects.

CH – 9/11, 4 pm, TuesdayLEGO® ClubWe’ve got the LEGOs®, use them to build your own design. Display your LEGO® creation in the library’s showcase. Ages 6 to 10. Space is limited. REG

A – 9/11, 11 am, TuesdaySavvy Saving SeniorsLearn how to survive tough economic times by budget-ing your money, learning about scams, and finding out easy ways to save. You’ll also learn how to get a free, confidential Benefits Checkup. Sponsored by the Na-tional Council on Aging.

A – 9/11, 10 am - 12 pm, TuesdayFree Blood Pressure ScreeningFree blood pressure screenings on the second Tuesdays of the month. This is a walk-in program.

CH – 9/12, 10:30 am, WednesdayCuddle Up for 1s and 2s! Ages 12 to 36 months. Class size is limited. REG

T – 9/12, 6:30 pm, WednesdayTAB Presents Back to School in StyleStart your school year off in style. We will be making book covers, magnets for your locker, pillowcase draw-string backpacks. Bring a pillowcase to use if you have one. Ages 13 - 18. REG

CH – 9/13, 10:30 am, ThursdayT Is for Truck, Train and Travel: Storytime with CraftEnjoy stories, music and movement—and make a traffic safety sign. Ages 3 - 5 with an adult. REG

CH – 9/14, 10:30 am, FridayMusic and MovementRhythm activities and music for ages 1 to 5 and their parents. Class size is limited to 25 children. No regis-

tration. First come, first served.

BD – 9/14, 1 pm, FridayBook Discussion: Heart and Soul By Maeve Binchy. With the insight, humor, and compassion we have come to expect from her, Maeve Binchy tells a story of fam-ily, friends, patients, and staff who are part of a heart clinic in a community caught between the old and the new Ireland.

HHM, F – 9/19, 7 pm, WednesdayMexico Beyond MariachiFive performers explore the richly textured culture that has evolved over five hundred years of native life and foreign influence. Sponsored in part with funding from an OceanFirst Foundation Arts and Cultural Grant and the Ocean County Library Foundation.

CH – 9/20, 4 pm – 5 pm, ThursdayWoof Tales: Read to a DogTake turns reading to our therapy dogs. All young read-ers welcome. REG

A – 9/24, 6:30 pm, MondayBerkeley Adult Writers’ GroupWriters and poets: are you looking for a friendly, non-judgmental group with whom you can share your cre-ative works? Bring your works to our group. Novice and experienced writers are welcome.

A – 9/25, 10 am – 2 pm, TuesdayOcean County Connections VanVisit this mobile service center to learn about services like voter registration, passport assistance, veteran’s benefits, and more. Located in the Berkeley Branch parking lot.

CH – 9/25, 10:30 am, TuesdayO Is for Owl Storytime with CraftEnjoy stories, music, and movement - and make an owl puppet. Ages 3 - 5 with an adult. REG

A – 9/26, 7 pm, WednesdayFriends of the Berkeley Library MeetingVisit the Friends of the Berkeley Library meeting to learn more about volunteer and program activities.

T – 9/27, 6 pm, ThursdayTeen Advisory Board (TAB) MeetingThis is a great (and fun) way to earn community ser-vice hours, meet other teens, and work on programs for

your favorite place in town. New members are always welcome. Ages 13 - 18.

CH – 9/28, 10:30 am, Friday1 2 3 Grow with Me: A Family Place Parent/Child WorkshopAges 12 to 36 months with parent or caretaker. This is the first of a five-week series; the other four dates are Tuesdays: October 2, 9, 16, 23. Open only to children who have NOT participated in the past. Space is lim-ited. Must REG in person by Sept. 28.Ask a children’s librarian for details.

ISLAND HEIGHTS

CH – 9/14, 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm, FridayLEGO® ClubWe’ll supply the LEGO® bricks for imaginative free play. Ages 3 ½ - 8.REG

HHM, CH – 9/17, 6:30 pm, MondayFiesta!Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with: bilingual BINGO, paper bag serape craft, maracas craft, and a taste-testing of biscochitos (cookies). Ages 4 and up.

A – 9/18, 2 pm, TuesdayKeeping Your Life FRESHMelissa Clark, experienced registered yoga teacher, fitness instructor and Director of Enrichment for The Pines at Whiting, shows you how to live your most fulfilling life at any age. She will teach you about “FRESH”- Fitness, Recreation, Education, Spirituality and Health. She will help guide you to a well-balanced, enriching, and fabulous life.REG

CH – 9/19, 10:30 am, Wednesday Preschool StorytimeJoin us for stories and a fun craft for ages 3½ - 5. REG

FR – 9/20, 9/21, 1 pm – 7 pm, Thursday and Friday9/22, 10 am – 4 pm, Saturday9/23, 12 pm – 3 pm, Sunday Friends of the Island Heights Annual Book Sale at Bor-ough HallProceeds support programming at the Island Heights Library. Sale is held at the Island Heights Borough Hall, 1 Wanamaker Complex, Island Heights, NJ 08732.HHM, CH – 9/21, 4 pm, FridayMolas Folk Art Craft

Make a paper craft version of the beautiful and complex Molas traditionally made in Panama. Ages 5 and up.

FR – 9/24, 7 pm, MondayFriends of the Island Heights Library MeetingThe Friends of the Island Heights Library welcome new members. Join us.

CH – 9/25, 10:30 am, TuesdayLEGO® ClubWe’ll supply the LEGO® bricks for imaginative free play. Ages 3 ½ - 8. REG

CH - 9/26, 10:30 am, WednesdayBaby TimeStories, fingerplays, music and movement for children 18 months and younger. REG

CH – 9/26 11:30 am, Wednesday Toddler TimeStories, fingerplays, music and movement for children ages 19 – 36 months. REG

HHM, CH – 9/28, 1 pm, FridayDora® the Explorer Celebration Join us for stories featuring everyone’s favorite explorer and her amigos. Decorate a canvas backpack to take home. Children ages 3 ½ and up.

JACKSON

ED – September DisplaysMeeting Room – Teen Photo Club and Hispanic Heri-tage ArtFoyer Case – Project Linus Stairway Area Display Cases – Cub Scout Pack 204 and Artwork created by children at Kinder Campus

For a schedule of computer classes please call the li-brary or visit us at the Reference Desk.

T - 9/4, 6 pm, TuesdayTeen Photography Artist ReceptionJoin us in the Jackson Meeting Room to view the pho-tography from our summer teen photography class. All ages are welcome.

BD – 9/4, 7 pm, TuesdayJulie and Romeo by Jeanne Ray.

CH – 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 9:30 am or 10:30 am,

WednesdaysRhythm & Rhyme Time SeriesMovement and music for ages 9 months to 30 months with parent or caregiver. Required REG

T – 9/6, 6 pm, ThursdayThe Hunger Games Movie - (Rated PG-13.) In a not – too – distant future, North American government has collapsed, weakened by drought, fire, famine, and war. The new regime has ordered the Hunger Games, requir-ing all citizens to watch regionally selected participants literally eliminate their competitors. Katniss and her male counterpart, Peeta, will be pitted against bigger, stronger representatives who have trained for this their whole lives. REGT – 9/10, 4 pm, MondayAnime & Manga ClubEnjoy all things anime and manga while having fun with new friends. Grades 6 – 12. REG

A – 9/10, 9/24, 6:30 pm, MondaysKnit – Chat – ChainDo you knit or crochet? Join our volunteer group. Items crafted are donated to local hospitals. Beginners to advanced welcome.

A – 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 7 pm, MondaysEnglish Conversation GroupAn informal conversation group for people who are learning English.

BD – 9/11, 1 pm, TuesdayBlack Tower by Louis Bayard.

T – 9/11, 6 pm, Tuesday Teen Craft/Sock AppealLearn how to sew. Turn your unwanted or single socks into fun and friendly critters including bunnies, kittens, turtles, penguins, and others. You can also add creative expression by embellishing with buttons and embroi-dery. Ages 12 - 17. Please bring in your own socks. The library will provide the rest. REG

T – 9/11, 7 pm, TuesdayChess NightGrade 5 – 12. Come to the library for this monthly op-portunity to play the classic strategy board game. REG

A – 9/13, 2 pm, ThursdayAfternoon MovieGrumpy Old Men (Rated PG-13)The screen’s funniest odd couple (Jack Lemmon and

Walter Matthau) is back together again in this outra-geously hysterical film about two retired old men and their sour-faced misdemeanors and zany antics in Min-nesota.CH – 9/13, 7 pm, ThursdayKid’s Fun NightFor Grades 3 and up. Enjoy LEGO®, games, origami, and more.

CH – 9/15, 10 am, SaturdayThe Secret in Olivia’s Garden Story Time & Craft The Secret in Olivia’s Garden is a book written and illustrated by a Jackson teenager, Kaitlin Longo. It start-ed out as a bedtime story that Kaitlin’s mother used to tell her. Kaitlin made the story her own and developed a growing friendship between a girl and an enchanting fairy. Join Kaitlin for a story time and craft. Ages 4 - 10. REG

T – 9/18, 7 pm, TuesdayTeen Advisory Board Earn volunteer hours by sharing your ideas about teen library programs, teen displays, and suggest new items for the teen collection. Ages 12 - 17. REG

A – 9/19, 7 pm, WednesdayBill McCleod Trio Come enjoy a musical performance of blues, rock and Motown sound. REG

A – 9/20, 7 pm, ThursdayFriends of Jackson Library MeetingAll are welcome.

HHM, CH – 9/21, 10 am, FridayHola, AmigosAges 3 - 6. Stories and more. Required REG begins Sept. 4.

A – 9/21, 2 pm, FridayTable For One: A Guide for Shopping and CookingPrepared and packaged food items tend to be more expensive than cooking your own and contain additives and preservatives. Many people can control what they are putting into their bodies by cooking it themselves. Samples served.

T – 9/25, 7 pm, Tuesday

Teen Volunteer NightGrades 6 - 12. Serve your community and earn volun-teer hours by helping out at the library. REG

CH – 9/25, 7 pm, TuesdayDrop in CraftAge 3 to Grade 3. Complete some fun and easy crafts with help from teen volunteers. No registration.

A – 9/27, 6:30 pm, ThursdayWriters GroupFor all writers, published or not, who want to share their work.

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ED – 9/1 – 9/30Watercolors by Blair Goold -Meeting Room Display Shot Glasses - Display by Rebecca Schoonmaker; Homemade JewelryDisplay by John Raffa

C – 9/1 – 9/30Individualized InstructionAppointment only. 609-693-8566.

C – 9/1 – 9/30Individualized Genealogy ClassAppointment only. Call 609-693-8566.

A – 9/1, 9:30 am, SaturdayKnit and Crochet Group

CH - 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 9:30 am OR 10:30 am, Tues-daysToddler TimeAges 2 - 3 with adult caregiver. REG once for all dates in session.

CH – 9/5, 9/12, 9/26, 10 am, WednesdaysBaby Bounce, Sing AlongEnjoy songs and rhymes. For babies not yet walking with caregiver. REG once for all dates in session.

CH – 9/5, 4 pm, WednesdayLEGO® Free PlayAges 5 - 12. Drop in.

A – 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 1 pm, ThursdaysMah Jong Mavens & Masters

T - 9/6, 7 pm, ThursdayTeen Game Night

A - 9/7, 2 pm, FridayBook Café for Mystery LoversNo mystery here. Discuss favorite mystery books and authors. Refreshments provided courtesy ofthe Friends of the Lacey Library.

CH – 9/10, 9/24, 10 am, MondaysPreschool Story TimeAges 4 - 5 with adult caregiver. REG once for all dates in session.

A - 9/10, 6 pm, MondayFilm: The Artist (Rated PG-13)A silent movie star meets a young dancer, but the ar-rival of talking pictures sends their careers in opposite directions. Please join us for a special viewing of this Oscar-winning movie.

A – 9/11, 9/25, 10 am, TuesdaysCounty Connections Mobile BusExplore the resources available through County Con-nections.

A – 9/11, 6:30 pm, TuesdayMeet the MayorMeet the Mayor in a less formal setting than a township meeting.

CH – 9/12, 4 pm, WednesdayOrigami ClubAges 9 -12. REG

CH – 9/13, 4 pm, ThursdayTween Craft ExtravaganzaCall or stop by to find out about this month’s project. Ages 9 - 12. REG

CH - 9/13, 5 pm, ThursdayTween Book CaféWhat have you read recently? Come and talk about your favorite book.Ages 9 - 12. REG

T - 9/13, 7 pm, ThursdayTAB Meeting & Book Café Help with library programming and earn community service hours, then stay to share your favorite summer reads. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Lacey Library.

A – 9/15, 2 pm, SaturdayArtist’s ReceptionMeet watercolor artist Blair Goold. Refreshments served.

CH – 9/17, 4 pm, MondaySuper Science ExperimentsExplore hands-on science. Ages 8 - 12. REG

BD – 9/17, 1 pm, MondayGreatest Generation by Tom Brokaw Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.

A - 9/18, 7 pm, TuesdayNew Jersey Birds and BeyondJoin author Susan Puder for a look at the resident and visiting bird species that inhabit the various landscapes of NJ. REG

A, COH – 9/19, 10 am, WednesdayTable for OnePrepared and packaged food items tend to be more expensive than cooking your own and contain additives and preservatives. Many people can control what they are putting into their bodies by cooking it themselves. Samples served. REG

A - 9/19, 3 pm, WednesdayUnderstanding Wills, Trust & Estate PlanningAttorney Gerald J. Klein will present an overview of wills and trusts. A question and answer session will fol-low the lecture. Refreshments served. REG

A – 9/20, 10 am – 12 pm, ThursdayBlood Pressure ScreeningProvided the 3rd Thursday of every month by the OC Health Department.T – 9/20, 6 pm, ThursdayTeen Dinner and a Movie: The Hunger Games (Rated PG-13)Bring a bag dinner and join us. Ages 13 - 18.

CH - 9/21, 10 am, FridayDinosaur ROAR!Dino stories, stomping and roaring.Ages 3 - 5. REG

CH - 9/21, 11 am – 12 pm, FridayDUPLO® Play Ages 2 - 5. Drop in.

A, COH – 9/21, 2 pm, FridayStroke AwarenessStroke prevention, signs, & symptoms. Health coaches will be available.

A, COH – 9/24, 9 am – 12 pm, Monday Blue to You VanHorizon Healthcare of NJ provides information on healthy living, local wellness activities, and healthcare reform. Members can speak to an advisor about claims, billing and other issues.

CH - 9/24, 4 pm - 5 pm, MondayPaws for ReadingBeginning readers. Drop in. A, FR – 9/25, 7 pm, TuesdayFriends of the Lacey Library MeetingNew members are always welcome.

A - 9/26, 11 am, WednesdaySavvy Saving for SeniorsOver 55? Join us for simple financial strategies, ad-ditional benefits and ESI Benefits Check Up programs. REG

CH, COH - 9/28, 10 am, FridayEat a Rainbow: Fabulous FruitJoin us for stories, games and a tasty treat with Jennifer Klein, registered dietician with ShopRite of Manches-ter. Please let us know of any food allergies you have when registering. Ages 3 - 7. REG

LAKEWOOD

CH – 9/1, 2:30 pm, SaturdayItty Bitty LibraryLook at our pictures of itty bitty things and see if you can find each object somewhere in the library. All ages.

CH – 9/4, 5:30 pm, TuesdayBack to School CraftGet ready to go back to school with this cute craft. Ages 5 - 12.

C - 9/5, 10 am - 11:30 am, WednesdayUniversal ClassPrerequisite: Mouse and keyboard skills required and participants must have an e-mail address. Interested in learning some new skills? Universal class provides

online classes with real teachers, assignments, tests, and required essays on 500 different topics including math, science, business skills, feng shui, watercolor painting, computers, cooking, gardening, bird watching and lots more. Participants will learn how to access this re-source, choose a class, and begin learning.

CH – 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 3:30 pm, WednesdaysBaby TimeMusic, songs, rhymes and stories for little ones and their caregivers. Ages 0 - 3.

T – 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 4 pm, WednesdaysTeen Gaming NightStop by the Lakewood Teen Zone to play open video gaming on our Nintendo Wii® and PlayStation 2®. For ages 12 - 18.

CH – 9/5, 6 pm, WednesdayKids Computer Club Come to Computer Club to learn how to cut, paste, and resize documents. Ages 7 - 12. REG

C - 9/6, 10 am - 11:30 am, ThursdayCreate a Resume using Career Transitions Prerequisite: Mouse skills and computer basics. This class will guide you through a quick, step-by-step process to create a resume that highlights your qualifi-cations in a meaningful way. Please bring your library card and the information you want to include in your resume.

T – 9/6, 9/20, 4 pm, ThursdaysTeen Computer ClubTired of playing the same old Facebook® games and boring simple flash games? Come on down to the Teen Computer Club and enjoy games that will challenge your brain and entertain you at the same time. Prizes will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. For ages 11 - 17.

CH – 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 2 pm, FridaysFriday FunFamily fun craft for Friday afternoons. All ages.

CH – 9/8, 2:30 pm, SaturdayBack to School Craft School’s back in session. Come create a pen/pencil holder for your desk. Ages 6 - 12.

C - 9/10, 10:30 am - 11:30 am, Monday

Introduction to InternetPrerequisite: Mouse skillsCome to this class to obtain the basics of the Internet.

CH – 9/11, 3:30 pm, TuesdayRead to the DogsJoin us for a tail-wagging good time. Our therapy dogs, Emma, Edith, and Amber love being read to. Why not share your favorite book with them? Ages 5 - 12. REG

CH – 9/11, 5:30 pm, TuesdayTree of LifeCome celebrate life. We will be painting a tree symbol-izing life. Ages 5 - 12.

C - 9/12, 10 am - 11:30 am, WednesdayPowerPoint® BasicsPrerequisite: Mouse skillsThis class will cover the beginning PowerPoint® skills needed to create and edit a slide presentation. Ad-vanced techniques will also be covered: including add-ing graphics and animations.

A – 9/12, 12 pm, WednesdayCrochet Drop InLearn or improve your crochet skills, catch up on trends, or bring your projects. All are welcome. Coor-dinator: Carol Ann Marks (CGA).

A – 9/12, 2 pm, WednesdayStroke AwarenessDo you know your risk for stroke? Learn what you can do to avoid a stroke, and get a free blood pressure screening. Presented by the Center for Healthy Aging.

A, T – 9/12, 6:30 pm, WednesdayMovie Night: Ushpizin (Rated PG)When husband and wife Moshe and Mali receive a miraculous gift, they joyously make plans for the Suk-kot holiday. But life also brings them some unexpected ushpizin.

C - 9/13, 10 am - 11:30 am, ThursdayExcel® IPrerequisite: Mouse skillsLearn the basics of this exciting and powerful spread-sheet program. Topics to be covered include what a

spreadsheet is, how it can be used, basic terminology, adding and editing data, saving and printing.

T – 9/13, 4 pm, ThursdayManga+Anime ClubEnjoy reading Manga and ComicBooks and watching Anime or movies based on them? Then this is the club for you. Teens will be able to discuss, read, draw, watch, play, and cosplay all things relating to manga, anime, and comic books. For ages 13 - 18.

C - 9/14, 10 am - 11:30 am, FridayE-Mail BasicsPrerequisite: Mouse skills & Internet basicsExplore electronic e-mail. Get a free account to use at home or in the library. It’s a great way to keep in touch with family and friends.

CH - 9/15, 2 pm, SaturdayPirate Story TimeCelebrate “Talk Like a Pirate Day” with stories about pirates and their adventures. Ages 2 - 12.

CH - 9/17, 6 pm, MondayScience FunDNA and its structure: Explore and experiment with the structure of DNA. Age 8+.

CH - 9/18, 5:30 pm, TuesdaySwirl PostcardCreate. Using paint we will make our own original postcard. Ages 5 – 12.

F – 9/19, 6:15 pm, WednesdayFamily Movie Night: Big Miracle (Rated PG.)This is the true story of a small-town news reporter, and a Greenpeace volunteer who enlists the help of rival superpowers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle.

HHM, CH – 9/19, 4 pm, WednesdayMexico Beyond MariachiFive talented performers will explore the richly textured Mexican culture that has evolved over 500 years of na-tive life and foreign influence with colorful costumes, authentic instruments, and lively music and dance. Sponsored in part with funding from an OceanFirst

Foundation Arts and Cultural Grant and the Ocean County Library Foundation.

CH – 9/20, 6 pm, ThursdayKids Can KnitJoin us for our Kids Can Knit group. All skill levels welcome, and if you want to learn to knit we can help. Bring your own yarn and needles or use ours. Ages 8 - 16.

HHM, CH – 9/24, 6 pm, MondayGreat Latinos in HistoryCelebrate the lives of less-publicized Latinos. We’ll visit books and Web sites to learn more. Ages 4+.

C - 9/24, 10:30 am - 11:30 am, MondayIntro to Internet (Spanish)Prerequisite: Mouse skills.Ven a esta clase para aprender los basicos de la Internet.

BD - 9/25, 11 am, Tuesday Last Days of Dogtown by Anita Diamant.

C - 9/27, 10 am - 11:30 am, ThursdayWord® WorkshopPrerequisite: Word® IIn this casual Word® class, we’ll work with you to add the basic and intermediate skills learned in Word® I and Word® II. Feel free to come in with your individ-ual questions, and we’ll be happy to work with you on those or just practice.

HHM, CH – 9/27, 4 pm, ThursdayPicture This: Kahlo and ColorLearn about Mexican painter Frida Kahlo and paint your own self portrait.Ages 6 - 12. REG

T – 9/27, 5:30 pm, ThursdayCollage Self PortraitsTake a picture of yourself or a loved one to decorate with markers, glitter, paint, and colorful cut outs. For ages 12 - 18.

CH – 9/27, 6 pm, Thursday Jeopardy® for KidsIf you like trivia then you will love playing classroom Jeopardy®. Buzz in with the remote, answer questions, and most of all, have fun. Ages 6 - 12.

CH – 9/29, 2:30 pm, SaturdayParachute Man CraftHave fun watching your parachute man float to the ground over and over again. Ages 5 - 12.

A - 6 pm, Tuesdays and ThursdaysEnglish as a Second Language (ESL)ESL classes return to the Lakewood Branch. Contact us for more information at 732-363-1435.

LITTLE EGG HARBOR

A – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Individualized Com-puter ChatsThese individualized sessions can be tailored to your specific area of choice. Call to schedule an appoint-ment. Limit one session a month per person.

CH – 9/1, 11 am - 1 pm, SaturdayChess Classes with LEH Chess ClubIntroductory chess classes are being offered to ages 7 +. Chess players with experience are invited to attend & assist the new players. Class space is limited.

CH – 9/1, 2 pm, SaturdayWii® GamingPlay Mario Cart® at the library. Sponsored by the Friends of Little Egg Harbor. Ages 8 – 12. REG

A – 9/5, 6 pm, WednesdayMovie – Circumstance (Rated R) Lionsgate; Directed by Maryam Keshavarz. A wealthy Iranian family struggles to contain a teenager’s growing sexual rebel-lion and her brother’s dangerous obsession. In Persian with English subtitles.

A – 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 7:30 pm, WednesdaysEnglish Conversation GroupConversations will be on a variety of topics. Geared to adults learning to speak English.

T - 9/6, 7 pm, ThursdayTAB Teen Advisory BoardJoin this active group plan programs and have fun while earning community service hours. Celebrate the Sep-tember birthdays.

COH, A – 9/7, 10 am, FridayStroke Awareness Program w/Blood Pressure ScreeningThe Center for Healthy Aging at Kimball Medical Cen-ter presents, “Stroke Awareness”, the second in a series

of workshops. Please come for our presentation on what you can do to prevent a stroke, the signs and symptoms of a stroke and a free blood pressure screening. Health coaches will be available to answer questions you may have about your health.

A – 9/7, 1 pm, FridayMovie - Shadowlands (Rated PG)C.S. Lewis, a world-renowned writer and professor, leads a passionless life until he meets spirited poet Joy Gresham.

CH –9/10, 10:30 am – 11 am OR 11:30 am – 12 pm, Monday Toddler Storytime Stories, songs and simple craft. Ages 18 months – 36 months. REG

A – 9/11 – 9/15, 10 am – 9 pmLittle Egg Harbor Friends Book SaleThe Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Library will be holding a book sale in the meeting room.

F – 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10:30 am – 11:30 am, Mondays1,2,3, Grow With Me! A Family Place Parent-Child Workshop seriesFor children 12 months to 3 years with parent. Chil-dren learn through interactive play with parents, parents learn through conversation with community resource people and each other. In person REG begins Sept. 4th.

BD – 9/18, 2 pm, TuesdayLittle Egg Harbor Book DiscussionThe Lace Reader by Brunonia Barry. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk.

A – 9/18, 2 pm, TuesdayTable For One: A Guide for Shopping and CookingPrepared and packaged food items tend to be more expensive than cooking your own and contain additives and preservatives. Many people can control what they are putting into their bodies by cooking it themselves. Samples served.

F – 9/18, 6 pm, Tuesday.Maisy Stories and CraftListen to Maisy Stories by Lucy Cousins and make a craft. All ages. REG

A – 9/19, 6 pm, WednesdayMovie - The Lucky One (Rated PG- 13.) A Marine

travels to Louisiana after serving three tours in Iraq and searches for the unknown woman he believes was his good luck charm during the war.

T - 9/20, 7 pm, Thursday Teen Knit NightVolunteer Kathy is working with the now seasoned and the always welcomed new knitters. Lots of donated yarn and needles for you.Ages 12 – 18. REG

BD – 9/20, 7 pm, ThursdayMarvelous Sleuths Book ClubA Trick of the Light by Louise Penny. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk.

A – 9/21, 10 am – 4 pm, FridayCounty Connection Mobile Service CenterThe mobile service will be in the Little Egg Harbor Library parking lot.

F – 9/22 11 am, Saturday Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother:The program combines history, improvisation, dance and music where audience members are cast right into the show. In “Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother”, Cinderel-la is about to marry the Prince, but her Fairy Godmoth-er appears with a riddle to be solved first. Sponsored by the Friends of Little Egg Harbor Library in memory of Robert Olszewski. Ages 5 and up. REG

A – 9/26, 6 pm, WednesdayMovie - Think Like a Man(Rated PG-13). Four friends conspire to turn the tables on their women when they discover the ladies have been using Steve Harvey’s relationship advice against them.

CH – 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10:30 am – 11:00 am OR 11:30 am – 12 pm, ThursdaysToddler Storytime Stories, songs and simple craft. Ages 18 months – 36 months. REG

T - 9/27, 7 pm, ThursdayCafé Book is featuring The Jersey DevilJoin us for this bone chilling depiction of the history and folklore of the elusive Jersey Devil.

LONG BEACH ISLAND

ED - Art exhibit Ann Chesul, Needlepoint.

A – 9/4, 11 am, TuesdayFree Blood Pressure ScreeningLong Beach Island Health Dept.

FR - Every Tuesday, 1 pm – 3 pm Adult Writers’ GroupJoin this year-round writers group. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library.

FR – 9/6, 9/7, 9 am - 4 pm and 9/8, 9 am – 12 pm, Thursday - Saturday Friends Book Sale

FR – 9/10, 10 am, MondayFriends of the Island Library Meeting

A – 9/10, 6 pm, MondayItalian Cultural Society of LBIPlease contact branch for program details.

A – 9/11, 9/25, 9:30 am, TuesdaysWatercolor Drop in for SeniorsPractice your watercolor skills in a comfortable set-ting with watercolor artist Pat Morgan’s expert support nearby. Bring your own materials.

COH – 9/12, 9 am – 12 pm WednesdayBlue to You VanFrom Horizon Healthcare of NJ. Healthy living strate-gies, seminars, health care reform information, and more. Members can speak with an advisor in person about recent claims, billings or other issues.

COH – 9/12 - 10/17, 1 pm - 3:30 pm, WednesdaysTake Control of Your HealthThis program is a fun and practical course that helps people with chronic conditions and/or their caregivers overcome daily challenges and maintain an active and fulfilling life. Class limited to 15. Participants REG once for all 6 sessions. Please see the branch for more details.

CH – 9/12, 6 pm, Wednesday Reading Isn’t RuffCome in and read to our therapy dogs. They are all ears. For beginning readers and up. Drop In.

A – 9/12, 7:30 pm, WednesdayBook DiscussionBlessings by Anna Quindlen.

A – 9/13, 10 am, ThursdayMichael Collins: Irish Patriot and MartyrMichael was one of the leaders of the nascent Sinn Fein nationalist party. Follow his rise in leadership in orga-nizations advocating for Irish independence, and his eventual assassination in that effort. Presented by Ken Konchan.

CH – 9/13, 3:45 pm, ThursdayStorytime & CraftChildren of all ages. Please REG each child individu-ally.

A – 9/14, 10:30 am, FridayThe Opera Guy: Verdi’s Rigoletto, Acts I and IIAct III – 9/21, 10:30 am, FridayOpera expert, Jim Conroy, will show the film of Rigo-letto, a tragic story of love and betrayal, offering in-sights and background to aid appreciation.

CH – 9/18, 10:30 am, TuesdayMusic and Movement Ages 2 - 7. REG each child individually.

FR – 9/18, 2 pm – 4 pm, TuesdayBuck-a-Bag Book SaleHelp support the Friends of the Island Library. Bags supplied by the Friends.

T – 9/19, 6 pm, WednesdayTeen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting Attention all teens grades 7 - 12. Come in and see what TAB is all about. TAB is a fun way to participate in the library while earning community service hours. Plan programs and events while making new friends. New members are always welcome.

T – 9/19, 7 pm, WednesdayTween Craft Series: Upcycled Magazine BowlsWe will be creating cool and colorful magazine bowls. Ages 10 - 15. REG

FR – 9/20, 2 pm, ThursdayBeneath the Garden State: Exploring Aquatic NJThrough up-close photography of rare and unusual marine life, Herb Segars, a diver for over 30 years, will give you a new appreciation for what lives just beyond our beaches. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island

Library. REG

CH – 9/27, 10:30 am, TuesdayBoxes & Bubbles Join us for stories, boxes and bubble fun. For babies and toddlers. Please REG each child individually.

FR – 9/27, 1 pm, ThursdayWomen in BluesThis multimedia performance by New York pianist and vocalist Gail Storm gives rare insight of the American Blues Divas from the 1920s: Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzger-ald and others of the era. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. REG

A – 9/28, 10 am – 3 pm, FridayCounty Connection Bus

CH, F – 9/29, 2 pm, Saturday Meet John Manders, Famous Children’s IllustratorJohn Manders, famous children’s book illustrator and author, has illustrated over 60 books, and loves talking to kids about the wild and wacky world of children’s illustration. Join him as he performs a live demonstra-tion of his work. For children of all ages. Please REG children and adults.

Special series:6th Annual Lessons from the Holocaust. Presented by Ken Konchan, Professor of History, and Philosophy, Ethics and Humanities.

A – 9/5, 10 am, WednesdayBERLIN: 1920-1930: From the “New Babylon” to the Nazi Aryanization of German Culture As the Nazis rose to power, one of their promises was to eradicate “degeneracy” and replace it with the Aryan “Peoples Community”. The lecture/discussion will examine the transformation.

A – 9/12, 10 am, WednesdayFrom Darwin to Auschwitz: Science, Eugenics and the Holocaust With acceptance of Darwin’s theories, science moved from striving to understand nature to attempting to con-trol it. Eugenics became the Nazis’ foundation of “life unworthy of life” programs and the “Final Solution,” culminating in the Holocaust.

A – 9/19, 10 am, WednesdayNazi Rearmament and Iranian Nuclear Development: a Comparative Analysis

The failure of the West to challenge Hitler’s secret rearmament led to the tragedy of the worst war in his-tory. Are the same mistakes being made today regarding Iran’s nuclear development?

MANCHESTER

C - Dates and times varyComputer ClassesLearn basic computer skills. Classes offered include mouse, Internet basics and Microsoft Word. Call to register or go online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org REG

Kids through Seniors Wanted for October Talent ShowOn October 6 at 1:30 pm the library will host an in-tergenerational talent show. Do you juggle, do magic tricks, play an instrument, dance, sing, have a diverse talent from your country you would like to show off to the community? Ages 5 through 90+ can come to the library to pick up information and entry forms. The deadline to enter is September 17.

ED - 9/1 – 9/24Artist ExhibitMonth-long exhibit of Joan Mabry’s artwork, pencil, charcoal, oil, acrylic, and pastels. An artist reception will be held Saturday, 9/8, 2 pm. Refreshments. All welcome.

BD - 9/4, 10:15 am – 11:30 am, TuesdayThose Who Save UsBy Jenna Blum.

A - 9/4, 9/18, 2 pm – 4 pm, TuesdayWriter’s CircleWriters of all genres are invited to critique each other’s work and discusswriting issues. We welcome published authors, those who want to publish and those who write for them-selves.

A - 6 pm – 7 pm, TuesdaysEnglish ConversationPractice your English by discussing current events and other interests.

A - 9/5, 2 pm & 6 pm, WednesdayFeature Film – Big Miracle(Rated PG. ) Big Miracle tells the true story of a small-town news reporter and Greenpeace volunteer who en-

list the help of rival superpowers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle. 114 minutes.

A – 9/7, 9/21, 9 am – 11 am, FridaysBlue to You VanThe Blue to You Van from Horizon Healthcare of NJ welcomes all to find out about information on healthy living strategies & healthcare reform. Members can speak to an advisor about claims and other issues.

A – 12 pm, FridaysChess ClubBring your chess sets and play in our YA area.

A – 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10 am - 11 am, MondaysEnglish ConversationPractice your English by discussing current events and other interests.

A – 9/10, 2 pm, MondayStroke Awareness with Blood Pressure ScreeningThe Center for Healthy Aging at Kimball Medical Center will present a workshop on what you can do to prevent a stroke, know the signs & symptoms and get a free blood pressure screening. Health coaches will answer questions. REG

FR - 9/11, 10 am – 12 pm, TuesdayFriends of the Library General Meeting – All welcome.

A - 9/12, 2 pm & 6 pm, WednesdayFeature Film – Mirror, Mirror(Rated PG.) Mirror, Mirror is a magical adventure com-edy starring Julia Roberts that retells the story of Snow White. 64 minutes.

A - 9/13, 9/27, 2 pm - 4 pm, ThursdaysChicks with Sticks - A Knitting and Crocheting GroupBring your yarn, needles, hooks and current projects. Share your knowledge & meet new people. This group also meets every Wednesday evening 7 pm – 9 pm.

F – 9/13, 6 pm, ThursdayNew Egypt Raceway at the LibraryCheck out a cool racecar and driver.All ages. REGA - 9/14, 9/28, 1 pm – 3 pm, FridaysQuilting BeeDuring our meetings, we work on individual and group projects. Quilting “classes’ are held during the first

meeting of the month. The second meeting is usually reserved for independent projects

A - 9/19, 2 pm & 6 pm, WednesdayForeign Film – Amador (Not Rated)Marcela, a young immigrant with financial troubles, finds a summer job looking after Amador, a bed-ridden elderly man whose family is away. Spanish w/ English subtitles; 112 minutes. Enjoy light refreshments while watching this film from Spain.

A - 9/20, 10 am - 11 am, ThursdayGlucose ScreeningProvided by St. Barnabas Health Systems.

CH – 9/20, 10:30 am, ThursdayStory and a SnackPresented by Shoprite. Ages 3 - 5. REG

A - 9/20, 2:30 pm – 4 pm, ThursdayBook ChatShare with others good books that you’ve recently read and pick up suggestions of what to read next.A - 9/24, 2 pm – 3 pm, MondayBrain JoggersBrain Joggers is a stimulating interactive class. Have fun while exercising your brain with our new games and puzzles. REG

A - 9/26, 2 pm & 6 pm, WednesdayFeature Film – Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows (Rated PG-13.) Sherlock Holmes faces a new criminal mastermind – Professor Moriarty. 129 minutes.

PLUMSTED

A, BD – 9/5, 6 pm - 7 pm, Wednesday Book Discussion for AdultsWe will be discussing Glorious by Bernice McFadden. New members welcome.

CH – 9/7, 9/21, 10:30 am, FridaysPreschool StorytimeChildren ages 3 - 5 can join us for stories and a craft. Please note: our 9/21 session will be a special Hispanic Heritage Month storytime. REG

A – 9/10, 6:30 pm, MondayNew Egypt Writers GroupWe welcome writers of all genres. Bring a small sample of your work plus additional copies if you would like

written critiques. Leave feeling inspired and ready to write.

CH – 9/11, 9/25, 10:30 am, TuesdaysToddle on OverToddlers ages 18 - 36 months and their caregivers are welcome to join Miss Melissa for stories, songs, and play. REG

CH – 9/12, 4 pm, WednesdayLEGO® ClubCome to the library for some LEGO® fun time. REG

A – 9/12, 7 pm - 8:45 pm, WednesdayMeet the MayorSchedule an appointment to meet with Mayor Leutwy-ler and Assemblyman Dancer. Please call 609-758-7888.

T – 9/12, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, WednesdayTeen Board Game Night Come and play board games provided by the library, or bring your favorite ones. Grades 6 – 12.

CH – 9/13, 2 pm, ThursdayPre-K and Kindergarten Kids TimeJoin us for this new program for children ages 4 - 6. Enjoy stories, crafts and fun. REG

T – 9/17, 6:30 pm, MondayTeen MovieCome to the library and watch a movie with your friends. The title will be announced the week of the showing. Movie may be rated PG-13. Must be ages 13 - 18.

FR – 9/19, 7 pm, WednesdayFriends of the Library MeetingNew members are always welcome.

A – 9/24, 3:30 pm, MondayReader’s Advisory ProgramCome and join us for our new reader advisory program. Let us show you the resources the library has to help you choose books to enjoy. Light refreshments will be served. Registrations will be accepted, but is not re-quired.

T – 9/26, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, WednesdayAnime ClubJoin other teen fans to screen anime DVDs. Grades 6 - 12.

T – 9/26, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm, WednesdayTeen Advisory Board (TAB) MeetingIf you are a teen in grades 7 - 12 join us to see what TAB is all about.

POINT PLEASANT BEACH

ED – Curio Display Mini Chair Collection courtesy of Denise Acanfora; Meeting Room Art Display Artists: LuAnn Dunkinson & Joanne Zezula

F – 9/1, 10:30 am, Saturday Saturday Morning Movie: The Lorax (Rated G.) This animated adventure follows the journey of a boy as he searches for the one thing that will enable him to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. REG

CH – 9/5, 10:45 am, WednesdayWee OnesCaregivers and their little ones are invited to join us for stories, songs, and fingerplays. Ages 6 - 24 months. REG

F – 9/8, 10:30 am, Saturday Saturday Morning Movie: The Pirates: Band of Misfits (Rated PG)The luxuriantly bearded Pirate Captain is a boundlessly enthusiastic, if somewhat less-than-successful, terror of the High Seas. With a rag-tag crew at his side, and seemingly blind to the impossible odds stacked against him, the Captain has one dream: to beat his bitter rivals Black Bellamy and Cutlass Liz to the much coveted Pirate Of The Year Award. All are welcome. REG

A – 9/10, 1 pm, Monday Stitch at the BeachBring along your needles and yarn and join our monthly knitting group.All skill levels are welcome. REG

CH – 9/12, 10:45 am, WednesdayBudding Chefs: Nuts about FallFall is coming and we’ll celebrate with seasonal stories and an “acorn” treat. (FYI: This food craft includes nuts.) Ages 2 - 5. REG Sponsored by the Point Pleasant Beach Friends of the Library.

HHM, A - 9/18, 6:30 pm, Tuesday

Buena Vista Social ClubThis is a documentary of a group of famous Cuban jazz musicians who teamed up to bring their music to the world. Documentary filmmaker Wim Wenders traveled to Havana, Cuba, to chronicle the cooperation and ca-maraderie between the musicians, as well as their daz-zling sell-out concerts in Amsterdam and New York’s Carnegie Hall in 1998. REG

CH – 9/19, 10:45 am, WednesdayTime for Tots: Give Peas a ChanceJoin us for pea themed stories and songs, along with a simple craft. Ages 18 - 36 months. REG

BD – 9/20, 12 pm, ThursdayLiterature & Lunch: The Drowning Tree by Carol Goodman.Bring your lunch and discuss a great book. Books may be picked up at the Circulation Desk. REG

BD – 9/25, 7 pm, TuesdayBoardwalk Empire by Nelson Johnson. REG

HHM, CH – 9/29, 11 am, SaturdayBudding Chefs: Celebrating Hispanic HeritageIt’s Hispanic Heritage Month and we’re celebrating with fruit tacos and watermelon juice. Families wel-come. REG Sponsored by the Point Pleasant Beach Friends of the Library.

POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH

ED – SeptemberA LEGO© display by Christopher McKeon will be in the exhibit case and in the meeting room will be a Vi-sual Arts & Photography display by students from The Arts & Education Center.

T – 9/4, 3 pm, TuesdayTeen Gaming AfternoonEnjoy some free time with the library’s selection of board games or our Nintendo Wii®. Grades 6 - 12. REG

CH – 9/5, 4 pm, WednesdayRead to the DogsChildren practicing their reading skills can read books out loud to our cuddly canines from Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs.

A – 9/5, 9/19, 7 pm, Wednesdays

Close Knit CrewMake friends and work on your knitting and crocheting projects. All skill levels are welcome.

F – 9/6, 9/20, 7 pm, ThursdaysChess ClubDrop in to play chess and have fun. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

A – 9/6, 9/20, 7:30 pm, ThursdaysAdult Writers GroupExplore your writing skills in a fun, informal setting.

A – Every Friday, 1 pm – 3 pmGames for AdultsBring a friend and have fun playing a variety of board games.

A – 9/10, 7 pm, MondayA United States Marine’s Journey: AfghanistanOn the eve of the 11th anniversary of 9/11, Marine veteran John Rafoss will share his experiences while he served with American and international combat units. Through both reflection in stories and photos the culture and spirit of the Afghan people is shared by former Cor-poral Rafoss from his prospective of serving as combat correspondent in Afghanistan. Q&A session to follow. REG

A – 9/10, 7 pm, MondayJersey Shore Science Fiction ClubShare your love of the science fiction genre with others who feel the same way.

A – 9/12, 7 pm, WednesdayKeeping Your Kids WellThere are many critical ingredients that determine your family’s overall health and wellness, including food choices, activity level, and your environment. Dr. Rob Coombs from Coombs Chiropractic will share helpful tips for keeping the youngest members of your family healthy the natural way. REG

CH – 9/13, 10:30 am, ThursdayDUPLO© Play ClubBring your little one and have fun building with the li-brary’s collection of LEGO© DUPLO© blocks. It will be a great time to play and explore together. Ages 2 - 5 with caregiver. REG

T – 9/13, 3:30 pm, ThursdayTeen Craft

Come to the library after school to make a fun craft and hang out with your friends. Grades 6 - 12.

BD – 9/13, 7 pm, ThursdayZeitounJoin members of JSQspot’s book club as they discuss Dave Eggers’ book. New members welcome.

A – 9/15, 2 pm, SaturdayRhythm of the BluesTake a musical journey across the USA Local Commo-tion Walking History’s Rhythm of the Blues with vocal-ist/proprietor Kati Beddow Brower and guitar stylist Bo Pezzullo. Share in a musical tour of the four distinct types of “rhythms” of the blues that emerged from dif-ferent regions of the country along with some history of blues performers and their songs. REG

BD – 9/17, 10:30 am, MondayThe Madonnas of LeningradDiscuss this Debra Dean novel with the members of the Pt. Pleasant Friends Book Discussion Group.

CH – 9/17, 6:30 pm, MondayLEGO© ClubTest your imagination as you build with the library’s LEGO© blocks. Ages 5 - 11. REG

FR – 9/18, 1:30 pm, TuesdayMonthly Friends MeetingStop by to meet the Friends of the Point Pleasant Li-brary. All are welcome to attend.

A – 9/19, 10 am, WednesdayStroke AwarenessRepresentatives from The Center for Healthy Aging at Kimball Medical Center will present information on what you can do to prevent a stroke, how you can iden-tify the signs and symptoms of a stroke, and provide free blood pressure screenings. Health coaches will be available to answer questions you may have about your health. REGT – 9/19, 3:30 pm, Wednesday Teen Advisory BoardJoin TAB and get involved at your library while having fun and earning volunteer hours. Grades 6 - 12.

C – 9/20, 10 am, ThursdayComputer BasicsStudents will be introduced to the basics of computer

hardware and software, keyboard functions, and the Windows XP operating system. REG

A – 9/20, 10 am - 2 pm, ThursdayOC Connections VanVisit the library between 10 am - 2 pm and explore the resources in the OC Connections Van.

A - 9/20, 6:30 pm, ThursdayDinner & A MovieBig Miracle (Rated PG.) Set in 1988, the film tells the true story of a small-town news reporter and a Green-peace volunteer who enlist the help of rival superpow-ers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle. REG

T – 9/25, 3 pm, TuesdayTeen Gaming AfternoonEnjoy some free time with the library’s selection of board games or our Nintendo Wii®. Grades 6 - 12. REG

BD - 9/26, 7:30 pm, WednesdayLight on SnowJoin members of the Good Readers book club as they discuss Anita Shreve’s book.

STAFFORD

C - 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 10 am, Wednesdays Mother Goose TimeAges 0 – 18 months with caregiver. Sign up once for this 3 - week series. REG

A - 9/5, 1 pm – 2:30 pm, WednesdayBrain GamesAdults will participate in a range of mental exercises designed to keep their minds sharp. REG

COH, A - 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 3 pm - 4 pm, WednesdaysHealthEase ‘Move Today’ Exercise ProgramThis is a non-aerobic exercise class for seniors 60 + and will consist of posture, flexibility, balance, and strength training exercises using resistance bands. This program is sponsored by the N.J. Dept. of Health and Senior Ser-vices, and the Ocean County Office of Senior Services. REG

BD - 9/5, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, WednesdayWednesday Evening Book Discussion

Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh.

FR - 9/6, 10:30 am, ThursdayFriends’ Adventures: Layla the MalamuteAmy Novak and Layla will explain the Therapy Dog Organization, responsible dog ownership, and the prop-er ways to greet and interact with strange dogs. Layla is read to by the children of Stafford Township. REG

F - 9/6, 1 pm – 3 pm, ThursdayString of Purls - Knit/Crochet GroupC - 9/6, 1:30 pm, ThursdayMouse Basics

T - 9/6, 6 pm, ThursdayTeen Advisory Board Meeting Volunteer at the library to earn community service hours.

A - 9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 1 pm – 4 pm, Fridays Mah JonggExperience is helpful. Please bring game sets and the current card. REG

A - 9/8, 2 pm – 4:15 pm, SaturdayFeature Film: Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (Rated PG-13)Ethan Hunt and his new team must go rogue to clear their organization’s name.

CH - 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 9:30 am OR 10:30 am, MondaysToddler TimeStories, songs and fingerplays for ages 19 - 36 months old, with caregiver. Sign-up once for this 3-week ses-sion. REG

HHM, CH - 9/10, 3 pm – 6 pm, MondayMexican FlowersJoin us to make paper flowers and decorate a vase. Ages 7 and up. Drop in craft.

BD - 9/11, 1 pm, TuesdayTuesday Afternoon Book DiscussionUnbroken by Laura Hillenbrand.

T - 9/12, 6:30 pm – 8 pm, WednesdayRock Band® TournamentShow off your video game skills in our Rock Band® Tournament. REG

C - 9/13, 1:30 pm, Thursday AND 9/19, 1:30 pm, Wednesday

Internet Basics Students need mouse skills. REG

TOMS RIVER

ED – 9/1-30OCL Women’s Photography: Group Photo Exhibit (Mc-Connell Gallery); Toms River Artist’s Community TRACx81 Group Art Exhibit (2nd Floor Gallery); Morro Castle Artifacts & Records (Wheeler Room. See OCL website for details).

A – 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10 am, Tuesdays AND 9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10 am, WednesdaysEnglish Conversation GroupAre you learning to speak English? Practice your English and join the talk about current events and other subjects. New members are welcome.

C – 9/5, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm, WednesdayIntroduction to Scanning Photos and Documents REG

C – 9/6, 9:30 - 11 am, ThursdayYahoo® Email I REG

BD, T - 9/6, 3:30 pm – 5 pm, ThursdayGay-Straight Book ClubNew members are welcome. Ages 14 - 18.

A – 9/6, 6 pm - 8:30 pm, ThursdayToms River Gamers ClubMeet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month. 1st week has console, card, and board games. Play, meet, and discuss gaming. New members are welcome. Ages 18 - 29. REG

C – 9/8, 9:30 am – 11 am, SaturdayFacebook® Basics REG

A – 9/8, 2 pm, SaturdayIf It Ain’t Got That Swing: Black Baseball & Music in Jim Crow EraLarry Hogan & Bob Cvornyek explore a connection be-tween black music & black baseball. Part of the Pride and Passion: The African American Baseball Experi-ence, a travelling exhibition supported by a grant from National Endowment for Humanities, organized by the Newberry Library, Chicago, in partnership with the

American Library Association. REG

C - 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 2 pm – 3 pm, MondaysComputer Help Hour - Drop In

FR – 9/10, 2 pm, MondayFriends MeetingThe Friends design and manage fund raising activities to support the library.

A – 9/10, 6:30 pm - 9 pm, MondayJob Seekers Support GroupJoin this monthly program to learn about job resources, share tips, and listen to guest speakers. With Mark Boelte of the NJ Dept. of Labor and Workforce Devel-opment. REG

T - 9/10, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, MondayPower Player Mondays Video Game TournamentShow off your gaming skills. Game & console will be announced on the library web site. Ages 12 - 18. REG A - 9/11, 2 pm - 4 pm, TuesdayAdult Summer Reading Book CafeHelp us celebrate the end of the Adult Summer Reading program. Share favorite books and recommendations with others. We’ll also award the branch prize gift bag. REG

T – 9/11, 4:30 pm – 6 pm, TuesdayTeen Anime ClubTrivia, cosplay, new episodes, and more. Ages 12 - 18.

BD - 9/11, 7 pm, Tuesday Half Broke Horses by Jeannette Walls

C – 9/12, 2 pm – 4 pm, WednesdayMouse / Basic Computer Skills REG

A - 9/12, 2 pm, Wednesday Shadowball Baseball: A Film by Ken Burns A documentary on the history of baseball, this parallels the world of Negro League players Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson, Cool Papa Bell, and Judy Johnson among oth-ers. 1994. PBS DVD Part of the Pride and Passion: The African American Baseball Experience, a travelling ex-hibition supported by a grant from the National Endow-ment for Humanities, and organized by the Newberry Library, Chicago, in partnership with the American Library Association. REG

C – 9/13, 9:30 am – 11 am, ThursdayInternet II REG

A - 9/13, 7 pm, ThursdayLet Us Never Forget – Stories from WWII & Book SigningA journey through battles & events of WWII with stories told by award winning military artist & au-thor Frank McGinley, sharing stories & displaying his original paintings from his book Let Us Never Forget. Books available for purchase and library books avail-able for borrowing. A book signing will take place after the program. REG

A - 9/15, 2 pm, SaturdayConcert by Pete WagulaBottleneck guitarist Pete Wagula presents an acoustic guitar concert that features live loops to fill the room with sound and myriad imageries. He has studied with jazz great Tal Farlow and has written for Guitar Player Magazine. REG

A - 9/17, 11:30 am, MondayConstitution DayJoin us as members of the community participate in a public reading of the United States Constitution on the anniversary of the signing of the United States Consti-tution.

C –9/18, 10:30 pm – 12 pm, TuesdayMS Word® 2007 I REG

C – 9/18, 6:30 pm – 8 pm, TuesdayYahoo® Email I REG

T - 9/18, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, TuesdayTAB (Teen Advisory Board)Volunteer for the library and meet new friends. Regular meeting from 7 - 8 pm, projects before and after. Ages 12 - 18.

A - 9/18, 7 pm, TuesdayThere Was Always Sun Shining Someplace: Life in the Negro Leagues A documentary built around interviews with men who played in the Negro leagues (Satchel Paige, James “Cool Papa” Bell, Buck Leonard, Judy Johnson) on films and photographs of old games, including the an-nual East-West Classics held in Chicago’s Comiskey Park. (58 minute film) Part of the Pride and Passion: The African American Baseball Experience, a travel-ling exhibition supported by a grant from the National

Endowment for Humanities; organized by Newberry Library, Chicago, in partnership with the American Library Association. REG

A - 9/20, 6 pm - 8:30 pm, ThursdayToms River Gamers ClubMeets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. 3rd week features tabletop RPGs, cards and board games. New members welcome. Ages 18 - 29. REG

A, T - 9/20, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Thursday seventhreetwo 7-3-2 brings you free shows with local bands every month at 7pm, on the 3rd Thursday (usually), with 2 acts.

C – 9/21, 2:30 pm – 4 pm, FridayInternet I REG

C – 9/22, 10 am – 12 pm, SaturdayMicrosoft Excel® 2007 I REG

A, T – 9/24, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, MondayKaraokeCome sing your heart out and have a good time with friends. Teens & adults welcome. Ages 12+. REG C – 9/25, 9:30 am - 11 am, TuesdayAntiques and Collectibles on the Internet REG

C - 9/25, Tuesday, 2:30 pm – 4 pm Job Hunting Library ResourcesThrough the library’s webpage you can access resourc-es to help write cover letters and resumes, take civil service & other career practice tests, assess your career interests, organize your job search, explore careers & get tips on making a good impression at an interview. See how to access these library resources for job seek-ers. REG

A - 9/25, 7 pm, TuesdayBook Signing - Fighting for Redemption: the “Irish” Teddy Mann StoryLocal boxing hero Ted Mannschreck has been inducted into both the New Jersey Boxing Hall of Fame and the Jersey Shore Sports Hall of Fame. He fought world-ranked opponents such as “Bad” Bennie Brisco, Bobby Czyz & Robbie Epps. Hear Mr. Mannschreck read from his book and discuss how he almost lost everything before he fought his way back. Copies will be available for purchase. REGA - 9/26, 2 pm, Wednesday

Only the Ball Was WhiteNarrated by Paul Winfield. Contains film footage and interviews of baseball stars and Hall of Famers such as Buck Leonard, Roy Campanella, Jimmy Crutch-field, David Malarcher, Effa Manley and Satchel Paige. (1992, 30 minutes) Part of Pride and Passion: The Afri-can American Baseball Experience, a travelling exhibi-tion supported by a grant from the National Endowment for Humanities; organized by the Newberry Library, Chicago in partnership with the American Library As-sociation. REG

C – 9/27, 10 am - 11:30 am, ThursdayMouse/Basic Computer Skills REG

BD – 9/27, 2 pm, ThursdayMajor Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonsen.

A – 9/27, 6 pm - 7:30 pm, ThursdayAnime PlusWatch anime and discuss manga while meeting with other new adults. Ages 18 - 29. REG

C – 9/28, 2 pm - 3:30 pm, FridayMorningstar/Standard & Poor’s REG A,T -10/1, 7 pm, MondaySouth Jersey Ghost ResearchEver wonder if you saw something in the shadows? Hear the South Jersey Ghost Research group explain their methods of investigating paranormal activities. With a video presentation, investigators share their sto-ries and answer your ghostly questions. REG

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F, CH - 9/4, 2 pm, Tuesday Movie Matinee - Disney Nature’s Chimpanzee (Rated G)A 3-year-old chimpanzee is separated from his troop and then adopted by a fully-grown male. Popcorn will be served. REG

T - 9/10, 6 pm, MondayMovie Night - Hunger Games (Rated PG-13) Set in a future where the Capitol selects a boy and girl from the twelve districts to fight to the death on live television, Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her younger sister’s place for the latest match. REG

CH - 9/11, 11:30 am, Tuesday HeroesJoin us for heroic tales that will capture your imagina-tion. Craft and story for ages 2 – 8. REG

BD - 9/13, 3:30 pm, Thursday Youth Book Discus-sionWelcome back with a fun game of Jeopardy®. All home school and school students register for the fall/winter sessions to be held on the second Thursday of every month during the school year. Ages 7 - 14.

CH - 9/15, 10:30 am, Saturday LEGO/DUPLO® Fun and Movie – Pirates Band of Misfits (Rated G)DUPLO® ages 2 - 5. LEGO® age 6 and up. REG

CH - 9/17, 6 pm, Monday Books with Mr. BearCuddle up with Mr. Bear (the cat) and share a story. Ages 5+. Limit 5. REG

HHM, CH - 9/18, 11:30 am, Tuesday Ferdinand the BullCelebrate Spain and Hispanic History Month with the classic book, The Story of Ferdinand. Ages 2 - 8. REG

F - 9/24, 6 pm, Monday Movie Night - Nacho Libre (Rated PG.) Berated all his life by those around him, a monk follows his dream and dons a mask to moonlight as a Luchador (Mexican wrestler). REG

CH - 9/25, 11:30 am, Tuesday Bubbles GaloreJoin us for a bubbly story and craft. Ages 2 - 8. REG

C - 9/26, 2 pm, WednesdayLibrarian by Appointment One hour. Limit 1. REG

UPPER SHORES

ED - In Our Meeting Room:History of the USS La Vallette: The Naval Art of George S. Eisenberg

A - 9/7, 9/21, 1:30 pm, Fridays OC PurlsKnitting group.

A - 9/11, 7 pm, Tuesday

Patriot Day Film Screening:Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close (Rated PG-13.) Toms Hanks, Sandra Bullock, and Max Von Sydow lead the cast in this book adaptation from Jonathan Safran Foer. A year after his father’s death in the World Trade Center we get inside the desperate mind of eleven year old Oskar Schell. Bring dinner — soft drinks & cookies on the house.

A – 9/14, 9/28, 11 am, FridaysSit & Be Fit A gentle chair exercise program series geared to seniors or anyone with limited mobility.

A – 9/14, 12:30 pm, Friday AND 9/19, 6:30 pm, WednesdayFeature Film - J Edgar (Rated R)Under the direction of Clint Eastwood, Leonardo Di-Caprio stars in the title role as the powerful head of the FBI looks back on his professional and personal life over his nearly 50 year tenure. Bring your lunch — soft drinks & cookies on the house.CH - 9/18, 7 pm, TuesdayReading Isn’t RuffMake reading fun. Beginning or struggling readers are invited to read a book to a registered therapy dog. REG

BD - 9/21, 3 pm, FridayCutting For Stones by Abraham VergheseCombining his gifts of doctor and writer, Verghese now turns his formidable talents to fiction in this magnifi-cent, sweeping novel that moves from India to Ethiopia to an inner-city hospital in New York City over decades and generations.

F, CH - 9/25, 6:30 pm, TuesdayFamily Movie Night (new release movie TBA)Bring your own popcorn and enjoy a family movie on our big screen.

A – 9/28, 12:30 pm, FridayHispanic Heritage Month Film FestCasa de mi Padre (Rated R)Will Ferrell speaking Spanish? Join us for a different kind of comedy that pays tribute to old Mexican mov-ies & television. Bring lunch — chips & salsa on the house.

WARETOWNED – Month of SeptemberDisplay Case: LEGO Designs, young Aidan Flynn’s passion for LEGOs shows clearly in his masterful cre-ations. Meeting Room: Third Annual Students of Carol Nace Exhibit, this year’s display theme is “What I Did This Summer” captured in brilliant watercolor.

C – By AppointmentComputer LessonsWe customize your lessons to help you with computer tasks. Just call 609-693-5133.

FR – 9/10, 7 pm, MondayFriends Meeting Waretown Branch Library’s Friends provide our branch with a means to support future programs and improve-ments. All are welcome.

CH – 9/13, 9/20, 9/27 11 am, ThursdaysDrop in Story Time Ages 3 - 5, with caregiver.

A – 9/17, 1 pm - 3 pm, MondayJourney to WellnessDo mental health and substance abuse issues affect your life? Members from the Journey to Wellness Center will be available in our meeting room to provide con-fidential support with helpful information and referral services. Just drop in.

A – 9/17, 7 pm, MondayCarol’s Student Art Show Reception Carol Nace’s students are some of the most enthusi-astic and supportive watercolorists in our area. Each year Carol chooses to address topics that may cause moments of consternation for an artist. However, with patience and gentle guidance, her students have learned to conquer and even enjoy these challenges. This year’s theme is “What I Did This Summer”. You’re invited to meet these friendly artists, ask questions, and enjoy a bit of light refreshment.

A – 9/22, 11 am – 1 pm, SaturdayMeet the Mayor Here’s your chance to have your questions answered. We provide an informal and friendly setting in which to personally speak with Mayor Dennis Tredy. Just stop in.

A – 9/24, 7 pm, Monday

Ghosts Revealed Recently our area has had numerous reports of haunt-ings, some of which have even made newspaper head-lines. The Southern Jersey Ghost Research group routinely investigates these hauntings and often con-ducts field research to gain more knowledge of this phenomenon. This lecture includes videos, photo dis-plays, equipment displays, demos, and audio samples. Whether you’ve had your own personal experiences or are just plain curious, you’ll find some spine tingling accounts during this presentation. REG

FR – 9/28, 1 pm – 3 pm, Friday AND9/29, 10 am - 12 pm, SaturdayFriends Monthly Book SaleExcellent finds for unbeatable prices.