BARNEGAT

A - 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 one-on-one conversation available. Special times can also be arranged. Please call Peggy to REG or stop by circulation desk.

A - 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 6:30 pm, TuesdaysMovies @ the LibraryThis summer at the library, make Tuesday nights date night. Enjoy classic films and the latest features at your library. Customers are welcome to bring snacks from home to enjoy during the movie. REG

T - 7/5, 3 pm, ThursdayMario Kart TournamentAre you the fastest racer in town? Do you think you have what it takes to win our tournament? Come show us what you got. Ages 10 - 18. REG

CH - 7/10, 2 pm, TuesdayAll About Polar BearsLearn about polar bears and get inspired to help the environment at this story time sponsored by Jenkinson’s Aquarium. For ages 4 and up. REG

CH - 7/12, 6:30 pm, ThursdayDeadtime Stories: A visit from the authors of Grave Secrets ...and other books in the Deadtime Stories series visits the library. Annette and Gina Cascone will read from their books and preview Grave Secrets, the movie. For ages 8 and up. REGT - 7/13, 1 pm, FridayTombstone RubbingExplore Barnegat Memorial Cemetery with us, as we learn about our hometown history. Parental permission required. Ages 12 -18. REG

CH, F - 7/16, 11 am, MondayRaptor Rapture Falconry with Live BirdsHear ye! Hear ye! The king’s falconer at Medieval Times, Bill Ponder invites the subjects of Ocean County Library to learn about the royal sport of falconry. Learn about hawks, falcons and other mighty birds of prey. For ages 5 and up. REG

T - 7/16, 2 pm, MondayWriting 101Ignite your creativity at the library, join us for Writing 101. Teens will get tips and insight on creating a story from start to finish from writer Rita Oakes. Grades 7 -12. REG

A - 7/17, 2 pm, TuesdayBook Discussion - The Forgotten Garden by Kate Mor-ton.Abandoned on a ship headed to Australia in 1913, a tiny girl is raised by the dock master and his wife. At 21 she sets out to trace her identity; her search takes her to Blackhurst Manor on the Cornish coast. After her death, her granddaughter assembles the remaining pieces of the mysterious puzzle.

CH - 7/18, 2 pm, WednesdayPirate SchoolAhoy matey! Bumbling pirate Billy Bones brings his swashbuckling variety show to the Ocean County Library. It’s fun for the whole family. Children are encouraged to come in costume. Learn how to stand, talk, laugh, eat and sing like a pirate. Arrrgh! For ages 5 and up. REGT - 7/18, 7 pm, WednesdayStarLab: Portable Planetarium Begin your space odyssey here. Learn how to locate plan-ets, stars and constellations. Presented by John Miller of Pearl Observatory. Limited seating. Ages 12 - 18. REG

CH - 7/19, 2:30 pm, ThursdayOCL Puppet Show Players present Big PlansThis summer the Ocean County Library Puppet Show Players will be performing a puppet show based on Bob Shea’s book, Big Plans, about a young boy daydreaming of all the huge, colossal, gigantic and epic things he’ll do in the future. Perhaps he’ll be the big boss of a huge cor-poration or maybe he’ll run for president or maybe he’ll fly to the moon. If you’ve ever had big dreams about your future, then this is the show for you! Ages 3 and up. REG

A - 7/20, 2:30 pm, FridayGenealogy on the InternetClimb your family tree and explore genealogy databases offered by the library including those accessible free. REG

CH, T - 7/23, 1 pm, MondayPokémon® CenterEnter the P.C. to trade Pokémon® games and cards, an-swer trivia, play your Nintendo DS®, and watch origi-

nal episodes. Kids under 7 should be accompanied by a caregiver. All ages. REG

T - 7/26, 6:30 pm, ThursdayFamily Movie NightBig Miracle (Rated PG, 2012)Set in Cold War-era 1988, Big Miracle tells the true story of a small-town news reporter and a Greenpeace volun-teer who enlist the help of rival superpowers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle. Customers are invited to bring snacks from home. REG

A, T, F - 7/28, 2 pm, SaturdayModern Dance Kristen Dexnis brings her class of talented students to perform modern dance. REG

CH - 7/31, 2 pm, TuesdayMammal Mania: Nocturnal by NatureA live animal show highlighting the habits and behaviors of nocturnal animals; like the African crested porcupine, Australian sugar glider, chinchilla, or other “nighttime wonders.” Entertaining and educational for the whole family! Ages 4 and up. Sponsored by Friends of the Bar-negat Library. REG

BEACHWOOD

C - By Appointment OnlyIndividualized Computer Chats

T - 7/2, 7 pm, MondayTeen Advisory BoardAges 12 – 17. REG

CH - 7/3, 10 am, TuesdayMother GooseEarly literacy program with rhymes, songs, instrumentsand more. Infants up to 23 months.REG

A - 7/6, 10:30 pm, FridayBook DiscussionBoardwalk Empire by Nelson JohnsonCopies available at the branch.

T - 7/14, 10 am, SaturdayBagels and BooksTeen Book discussion.Ages 12-17. REG

CH - 7/18, 3:45 pm, WednesdayRover’s ReadersRead to our library dogs, Taffy & Rusty. For reading children up to age 12.

A - 7/20, 10 am, FridayKnit WitsWant to learn to knit or crochet? No registration necessary.

F - 7/24, 10 am, TuesdayAmerican Sign Language for HomeschoolersFor students who have the basics.Any age that knows these basics are welcome. REG

BERKELEY

A – 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 6:30 pm, MondaysThe Yarn DollsKnit or crochet with the Yarn Dolls. This very diverse group meets once a week. Come meet new people, have a few laughs and brush up on an old skill. Bring along your unfinished projects.

A - 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 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 Sucursal de Berkeley! Únase a un grupo de gente que usa conver-sación informal pare mejorar su ingles.

A - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 1:30 pm, ThursdaysAn Afternoon of Mah JonggAre you a Mah Jongg player, or would you like to be one? Join us on Thursday afternoons in May. New play-ers are invited to learn from experienced players, and experienced players are invited to play with their peers. REG

A - 7/10, 10 am - 12 pm, TuesdayFree Blood Pressure ScreeningThe Ocean County Health Department will have free blood pressure screenings on the second Tuesdays of the

month at the Berkeley Branch. This is a walk-in pro-gram, no registration needed.

T - 7/10, 7 pm, TuesdayTales From BeyondA night that crosses Alfred Hitchcock with X-Files and Edgar Allen Poe with Ripley’s Believe-It-or-Not! Hear about true stories such as the Lizzie Borden Axe Mur-ders and Jack the Ripper. See real artifacts like a Titanic Ticket, a Haitian Voodoo doll, and real Jivaro Shrunken Heads. Ages 13 - 18. REG

BD - 7/13, 1 pm, FridayDiscussion: The Summer Guest by Justin CroninSet primarily in a rustic fishing camp on the northern tip of Maine. The book revolves around the story of Harry Book Wainwright who falls in love with the camp as a young man and returns years later for one last day of fish-ing before he succumbs to terminal cancer.

T - 7/17, 6 pm, TuesdaySing the Night AwaySing your heart out at our Karaoke celebration. Ages 13 - 18. REG

T - 7/20, 6 pm, FridayTAB Presents: Rock’n’Roll Over Dead, a Murder Mys-tery DinnerJoin us in an after- hours program at the library and solve the mystery of the murdered music librarian. Dinner will be served. Ages 13 - 18. REG

A - 7/23, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, MondayBerkeley Adult Writers’ GroupWriters and poets: are you looking for a friendly, non-judgmental group with whom you can share your creative works? Bring your works to our Adult Writers’ Group. Novice and experienced writers are welcome.

T - 7/25, 6 pm, WednesdayTeen Advisory Board Meeting (TAB)Chat with your fellow teens and the teen librarian about the library. This is a great (and fun) way to earn commu-nity service hours, meet other teens in the neighborhood, and work on programs for your favorite place in town. New members are always welcome. Ages 13 - 18

T - 7/30, 1:30 pm, MondayMonster MashWatch and mock a hilarious creature feature, make a sock puppet monster, and create monster boxes. Ages 13 - 18. REG

ISLAND HEIGHTS

CH - 7/2, 7 pm, Monday Dream Catcher Stories and CraftStories, dream catcher craft. All ages, with parental as-sistance for craft. REG

CH - 7/9, 2 pm, MondayMr. Scott the Music ManEnjoy a high-energy, interactive musical performance by Mr. Scott. Ages 2 and up. REG

A - 7/9, 7 pm, MondayUnderstanding Wills, Trusts and Estate PlanningAttorney Gerald J. Klein presents an overview of com-mon issues and laws arising in the making of wills and trusts. A question and answer session will follow the lecture. Light refreshments will be provided. REGCH - 7/11, 10:30 am, Wednesday Preschool Story Time- All about Polar BearsLearn about polar bears and get inspired to help the envi-ronment. Ages 3½ - 5. REG

CH - 7/12, 10:30 am, Thursday Pretzel ManiaPhilly Soft Pretzel Factory will bring samples and let you try to make your own pretzel. Ages 4 - 8. REG

CH, T - 7/13, 3 pm, Friday Angry Birds CraftMake pom-pom birds and pigs for a new version of this favorite game. Ages 8 and up. REG

CH - 7/16, 2 pm, Monday Batty for BatsJakes Branch Park presents their bat program, with games and a craft. Ages 4 – 8. REG

CH, T - 7/19, 2 pm, ThursdayBalloon Animal WorkshopDebby Pease shows you how to make balloon animals that you can take home. Ages 8 and up. REG

CH - 7/23, 7 pm, Monday Raptor RaptureHear ye! Hear ye! The king’s falconer at Medieval Times, Bill Ponder invites the subjects of Ocean County Library to learn about the royal sport of falconry. Learn about hawks, falcons and other mighty birds of prey. For ages 5 and up. REG

CH – 7/26, 10:30 am, Thursday Jedi TrainingLearn the ways of the Jedi with Panniken Moonjumper, master of intergalactic fun and adventure. Comic antics, magical mayhem, light saber lessons and a visit from a furry alien sidekick await you. Children are encouraged to dress as their favorite STAR WARS® character. Ages 5 and up. REG

CH, T - 7/26, 2 pm, ThursdaySkin Cancer Awareness for Teens and Children & Sun-glasses CraftHealth educator Vinny Smith talks about skin cancer awareness, and uses a Dermascan machine to check the DNA condition of facial skin. Cool sunglasses craft after the program. Ages 10 and up. REG

FR - 7/30, 7 pm, MondayFriends of the Island Heights Library Meeting

JACKSON

ED – July Displays Stairway Area Display Cases – Summer ReadingChildren’s Area Walls – Summer Reading: Dream Big – READ! For a schedule of computer classes please call the Library or visit us at the Reference Desk.

CH - Join our 2012 Children’s Summer Reading Pro-gram, Dream Big - READ! You can register for both the reading program and sum-mer activities at the Information for Kids desk or online at www.theoceancountylibrary.orgStop by the Information for Kids desk to receive a com-plete calendar with all of the summer activities.

A - 7/2, 7/16, 6:30 pm, MondaysKnit – Chat – ChainDo you knit or crochet? Join our volunteer group. Items crafted are donated to local hospitals. Beginners to ad-vanced welcome. A - 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 7 pm, MondaysEnglish Conversation GroupAn informal conversation group for people who are learn-ing English. Classes meet every Monday. T - 7/3, 6 pm, TuesdayTeen Movie Night/Red Riding Hood (Rated PG-13.) Val-

erie is a beautiful young woman torn between two men. She is in love with an outsider, Peter, but her parents have arranged for her to marry the wealthy Henry. Unwilling to lose each other, Valerie and Peter are planning to run away together until they learn that Valerie’s older sister has been killed by the werewolf that prowls the forest surrounding their village. REG BD - 7/3, 7 pm, TuesdayRock Orchard by P. S. Wall

T - 7/6, 7/13, 7/27, 1 pm - 4 pm, FridaysTeen Photo ClubLearn about photography and make images from pho-tograms, pinhole cameras, and Polaroid’s. Learn about composition and how a camera works. We will work towards having a photography exhibit at the end of the summer in the meeting room. Must have digital camera. For grades 6 - 12. REG

BD - 7/10, 1 pm, TuesdayBird in Hand by Christina Baker Kline T - 7/10, 6 pm, TuesdayBlending Fun With AmyA fun, healthy and educational program using fresh ingredients and a blender. Blending demo, taste testing, guessing games, take home recipes and more. Ages 12 - 17. REG

T - 7/11, 3 pm - 5 pm, WednesdayTeen GamingGrades 6 - 12. Come and enjoy open video gaming on our Play Station 3®; Xbox 360®; and Nintendo Wii®. A variety of games will be available. Stop by to play board games, card games, and more. If we don’t have what you want to play, bring your favorite game to play new op-ponents. REG A - 7/12, 2 pm, ThursdayAfternoon MovieThe Social Network (Rated PG-13)The story of the founders of the social-networking web-site, Facebook. Adapted from Ben Mezrich’s book The Accidental Billionaires: The Founding of Facebook, A Tale of Sex, Money, Genius and Betrayal. You don’t get to 500 million friends without making a few enemies.

T - 7/14, 3 pm, SaturdayStarLab: A Portable Planetarium Begin your space odyssey here. Step inside this portable planetarium and learn how to locate planets, stars and

constellations in a summer night sky. For ages 12 - 17. Limited attendance so, please register. Presented by John Miller of Pearl Observatory.

CH - 7/18, 7 pm, WednesdayThe Year of the Solar SystemGrades 4 – 6, parents welcome. Presented by NASA/JPL outreach program Solar System Ambassador Tom Timko; learn about our solar system and overviews of recent NASA missions. Fascinating visual aids, including planet models and a genuine meteorite, will enhance this infor-mative program. REG begins July 3. A - 7/19, 7 pm, ThursdayFriends Meeting All welcome. A – 7/21, 2 pm, SaturdayHairspray Presented by Jesse Walker, Laura Meybohn from Nine Ball Radio plays Tracy Turnblad, an overweight teen in the early 60’s. She wants to integrate the races on Bal-timore’s biggest youth television program; The Corny Collins Show. Jesse Walker plays Corny, the talk show host with tenacity. Corny Collins’ lead male dancer, Link Larkin, is played by Jackson’s own Scott Smith. REG

T - 7/23, 3 pm - 5 pm, MondayTeen Craft/LanternYoung Adult’s summer reading theme is Own the Night. Stop by the Jackson teen zone to make a lantern from a recycled jar and pieces of tissue paper. Materials will be provided. Ages 12 - 17. REG A - 7/24, 2 pm, TuesdayRed Cross Blood DriveA great way to give back to your community is to donate blood at a Red Cross blood drive. Your donation will give patients in our community and across the nation the gift of life. The Red Cross has been helping people for 125 years and relies on you for support. T - 7/25, 2 pm, WednesdayTeen Cooking/S’moresLet’s celebrate summer reading’s theme, Own the Night, by making s’mores. Materials will be provided. Ages 12 - 17. REG

A - 7/26, 6:30pm, ThursdayWriters GroupFor all writers, published or not who want to share their work.

CH - 7/27, 11 am, FridayI DreamAges 4 & up. Dynamic presentation by Storyteller Queen Nur. REG begins June 10.

LACEY

C - 7/1 – 7/31One-on-One InstructionMake an appointment for individualized assistance with your computer, e-reader or database.

C - 7/1 – 7/31One-on-One Genealogy ClassOne-on-one sessions with Dawn Heyson to guide or assist your genealogical research. Available by appoint-ment only. Please call.

A - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 1 pm, ThursdaysMah Jong Mavens & MastersHave you always wanted to learn how to play Mah Jong? Do you already know? Either way, come join us!

T - 7/5, 7 pm, ThursdayTeens Get Crafty: Glow JarsTeens are welcome to join us as we “Own the Night” and create unique glow jars. REG

A - 7/7, 9:30 am, SaturdayKnitting GroupCome join in! Bring your yarn and needles, and make some new friends while you knit! All skill levels wel-come.

A - 7/9, 12 pm, MondayBridge BuddiesBring your friends to the library for some fun and games playing Bridge!

A - 7/10, 7/24, 10 am, TuesdaysCounty Connections MobileExplore the resources available through County Connec-tions, including passport assistance and senior services.

CH - 7/10, 2 pm - 3 pm, TuesdayGlowy JarsWe will be painting jars with glowy paint. Dress to get messy.Ages 8 -12. REG

F - 7/10, 6:30 pm, TuesdayMeet the MayorStop in and meet the mayor in a less formal setting than a township meeting.

CH - 7/12, 4 pm - 5 pm, ThursdayBracelet BonanzaDon’t know what to do with those old t-shirts? Recycle them and make a bracelet! Ages 8 - 12. REG

A, T - 7/12, 7 pm, ThursdaySouth Jersey Ghost Research Members of the South Jersey Ghost Research Team will discuss their work and explain their equipment and tech-niques. They will also have video and audio recordings on hand from investigations right here in NJ. REG

BD - 7/16, 1 pm, MondayCutting for Stone by A. Verghese Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.

A - 7/16, 7 pm, MondayTo The LimitJoin us for a toe-tapping time as Tony and Linda of the band To The Limit perform music from the 70’s and beyond! REG

A – 7/17, 7 pm, TuesdayLooking Through the KeyholeMeet author Julia Spencer and her Seeing Eye dog Irene. Ms. Spencer will discuss her fears, her hopes and her response to her vision loss, and will explain how she pre-vails over adversities. REG

CH, F - 7/18, 10:30 am, WednesdayPuppet ShowThis summer the Ocean County Library Puppet Show Players will be performing a puppet show based on Bob Shea’s book, Big Plans, about a young boy daydreaming of all the huge, colossal, gigantic and epic things he’ll do in the future. Ifyou’ve ever had big dreams about your future then this is the show for you! Ages 3 and up. REG

A – 7/19, 10 am – 12 pm, ThursdayBlood Pressure ScreeningPlease join us as Carol Myers checks your blood pressure. Provided on the 3rd Thursday of every month through the OC Health Department.

F - 7/19, 7 pm, ThursdayPJ Story Time: When the Library Lights Go Out

Do you know what happens when the library lights go out? Join our teen volunteers for a reading of When the Library Lights Go Out by Megan McDonald. Bring a favorite stuffed animal and let it stay in the library after story time. Come back on Friday to pick up your stuffed friend and see what it did when the lights went out. For ages 4 and up with caregiver. REG

CH - 7/21, 11 am, SaturdayStar Wars® Costume PartyShow off your gear. Walk the costume runway and stay for a craft.Members of the 501st Legion will be making an appear-ance. Ages 5 -12 REG

COH, A - 7/23, 9 am - 12 pm, MondayBlue to You VanThe Blue to You Van from Horizon Healthcare of NJ will be coming to the Lacey Branch each month as part of the library’s Chapters of Health program series. Everyone is welcome to come in and learn about healthy living strate-gies and local wellness activities, attend seminars, access health care information, and more. Members can speak with an advisor in person about recent claims, billings or other issues. No registration necessary.

A - 7/24, 7 pm, TuesdayFriends of the Lacey Library MeetingPlease join the Friends of the Lacey Library for their monthly meeting. New members are always welcome.

CH - 7/25, 10 am, WednesdayPirate SchoolAhoy matey! Bumbling pirate Billy Bones brings his swashbuckling variety show for the whole family. Chil-dren are encouraged to come in costume. Learn how to act like a pirate. Arrrgh! Ages 5 and up. REG

COH, T - 7/26, 6:30 pm, ThursdayHealthy Cooking for TeensJennifer Klein, dietician from Shop-Rite, will demon-strate quick, healthy meals perfect for teens. Open to teens ages 13 - 18. Part 4 of a 4-part series. Space is limited. REG

CH, T - 7/31, 2 pm, Tuesday T-Shirt TuesdayBring your white t-shirt to make cool designs with spray tie dye. Dress to get messy. Ages 8 - 12. REG

LAKEWOOD

CH - 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 10 am, MondaysPreschool Play Ages 0 - 6

CH - 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 2 pm - 4 pm, MondaysMovie Monday All Ages.

CH - 7/2, 6 pm, MondayEat Your Math Ages 5 – 12.

CH - 7/3, 6 pm, TuesdayThere’s a Monster in Your BookAges 6 – 12.

T - 7/5, 7/26, 1:30 pm, ThursdaysManga Art Class Series: Parts 2 & 3Have a passion for manga and want to learn the funda-mentals of the art form? This four part series will begin with the basics and end with students creating their own characters and storyline. Art supplies will be provided. Ages 12 - 18. REG

CH - 7/5, 2:30 pm, ThursdayDon’t Let the Pigeon Stay Up LateAll Ages.

CH - 7/5, 6 pm, ThursdayStar Wars® Party All Ages.

CH - 7/7, 2:30 pm, SaturdayOwly Adventures Ages 5 - 12.

T - 7/9, 2 pm, MondayCultural Cuisine- Teen CookingSeriesLearn how to make foreign favorites as well as new recipes from scratch! This three part cooking series will take you to a new place without leaving your hometown. Ages 12 - 18. REG

CH - 7/9, 6 pm, MondayScience Fun Ages 5 - 12.

CH - 7/10, 2:30 pm, TuesdayCreate an Alien Ages 4 - 12.

C - 7/11, 10 am - 11:30 am, Wednesday PowerPoint® BasicsPrerequisite: Mouse skills

This class will cover the beginning PowerPoint® skills needed to create and edit a slide presentation. Advanced techniques will also be covered: including adding graph-ics and animations.

CH - 7/11, 3 pm, WednesdayAll About Polar BearsAges 4 - 10. REG

T - 7/11, 7/18, 4:15 pm, WednesdaysTeen Gaming NightStop by the Lakewood Teen Zone to play open video gaming on our Nintendo Wii® and PlayStation 2®. Ages 12 - 18.

CH - 7/11, 5:30 pm, WednesdayMarble Paintings Ages 6 - 11.

T - 7/12, 4 pm, ThursdayTeen Computer ClubTired of playing the same old Facebook games and boring simple flash games? Come on down to the Teen Com-puter 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. Ages 11 - 18.

CH - 7/12, 6 pm, ThursdayScary Stories Ages 8 - 12.

C - 7/16, 10:30 am - 11:30 am, Monday Introduction to Internet Prerequisite: Mouse skills(Spanish-only)Ven a esta clase para aprender los básicos de la Internet.

CH - 7/17, 2 pm, TuesdayJedi AcademyA long time ago and not so very far away....You are invited to learn the ways of the Jedi with Panniken Moon-jumper, a true Master of Intergalactic fun and adventure. During this engaging program by veteran family enter-tainer David Engel (creator of the popular show Pirate School!) your little Jedi Warriors, Princesses and Darth Vaders will be delighted by comic antics, exciting physi-cal challenges, magical mayhem, light saber lessons and a visit from his furry alien sidekick. May the FORCE be with you! Kids encouraged to dress as their favorite Star Wars® character. Ages 4+ (Targeted to 4 - 10 year olds) REG

A, T - 7/17, 6 pm, TuesdaySummer Movie Night: War Horse (Rated PG-13.) This

film follows Joey, a remarkable horse, as he moves through the war, changing and inspiring the lives of all those he meets.

C - 7/18, 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 resource, choose a class, and begin learning.

T - 7/18, 11 am, WednesdayBlock the Sun Not the Fun! SkinCancer Awareness for Teens & ChildrenDo you love to bathe in the sun for that summer tan? Then you should know the impact the sun has on your skin. Drop in to visit health educator Vinny Smith as he demonstrates how to use a Dermascan machine. A Der-mascan machine is a device used to check the DNA con-dition of the skin below the surface (face). Afterwards, we will be making cool Lady Gaga-ish sunglasses! Ages 10 - 18. REG

CH - 7/18, 2:30 pm, WednesdayMinute to Win It Ages 5 - 12.

C - 7/19, 10 am - 11:30 am, ThursdayTop 10 Websites for Food and Cooking Prerequisite: Mouse skillsThis class will introduce you to a host of websites full of free recipes, entertaining ideas, and tips for shopping smart and eating healthy.

CH - 7/19, 6 pm, ThursdayKids Can Knit Ages 8 - 16.

T - 7/20, 3 pm, FridaySega® FridayJoin us in the teen zone to play the cult classic Sega® Dreamcast. This short-lived console has many classic games including Sonic Adventure, Soul Calibur, Marvel vs. Capcom 2 and Typing of the Dead. Ages 12 - 18.

CH - 7/20, 3:30 pm, FridayHiawathaUsing full sets, exquisitely crafted puppets and accompa-nied by Native American flute and drum recordings, this

enchanting play is based on the life of the great Iroquois hero, Hiawatha. Sponsored in part by an OceanFirst Foundation Arts and Cultural Grant and the Ocean Coun-ty Library Foundation. Ages 5 - 12 REG

CH - 7/21, 2:30 pm, SaturdayFancy Nancy Party Ages 5 - 9.

C - 7/23, 10:30 am - 11:30 am, Monday E-Mail BasicsPrerequisite: Mouse skills(Spanish-only)Ven a esta clase para aprender como crear un correo electrónico o e-mail address. Aprendera como mandar o reciber mensajes y también muchas cosas mas.

CH - 7/23, 2 pm, MondayRaptor RaptureHear ye! Hear ye! The king’s falconer at Medieval Times, Bill Ponder invites the subjects of Ocean County Library to learn about the royal sport of falconry. Learn about hawks, falcons and other mighty birds of prey. For ages 5 and up. REG

F - 7/23, 6 pm, MondayFamily Movie Night: The Muppets (Rated PG, 2011.)A muppet fan tries to raise $10 million to save the Mup-pet Theater and reunite the Muppets.

BD - 7/24, 11 am, TuesdayCutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese.

CH - 7/24, 5:30 pm, TuesdayBug Light Ages 6 - 11.

C - 7/25, 10 am - 11:30 am, WednesdayInternet BasicsPrerequisite: Mouse skillsLearn to find information on the Internet. Develop a basic Internet vocabulary and learn to evaluate Web re-sources.

A - 7/25, 12 pm, WednesdayFree Services from the Talking Book and Braille CenterLearn about free services for those with difficulty reading traditional books. REGCH – 7/25, 2 pm, WednesdayWhat are Dreams?Ages 6 - 12.

T - 7/25 & 7/26, 4:15 pm, Wednesday and ThursdayWiilympicsJoin us in the teen zone to battle for the gold in events

like Wii® bowling, tennis, boxing, baseball, or golf. Awards will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Ages 12 - 18. REG

C - 7/26, 10 am -11:30 am, ThursdayExcel® IPrerequisite: Mouse skillsLearn the basics of this exciting and powerful spreadsheet program. Topics to be covered include what a spreadsheet is, how it can be used, and basic terminology, adding and editing data, saving and printing.

CH - 7/30, 6 pm, MondayChess ClubAge 6 - 12.

T - 7/30, 6 pm, MondayPearl Observatory presents StarLab: A Portable Plan-etariumBegin your space odyssey here! Step inside this indoor, portable planetarium and learn how to locate planets, stars and constellations in a summer night sky. Ages 10 - 18. REG

CH - 7/31, 2 pm, TuesdayDream the Far, Far Future of StarsAge 6 - 12.

T - 7/31, 2 pm, Tuesday Pinhole CamerasEver thought you could make a camera out of a shoe box or a tin can? Well, today is the day you’ll find out just how to do that. You’ll also learn the art of developing pictures in a dark room. Ages 13 - 18. REG

LITTLE EGG HARBOR

A - BY APPOINTMENT ONLYOne-on-One Computer ChatsCome to a librarian with your individual computer needs. These one-on-one sessions can be tailored to your specif-ic area of choice. Examples are email, Internet searching, Microsoft Office® software, and other basic computer questions. Call the Little Egg Harbor Branch to sched-ule an appointment, 609-294-1197. Limit one session a month per person.

BD - 7/2, 2 pm, MondayLittle Egg Harbor Book Discussion: Monday Read & ChatStill Alice by Lisa Genova. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk.

CH - 7/7, 11 am - 1 pm, SaturdayChess Classes with LEH Chess ClubIntroductory chess classes are being offered to children ages seven and older. Chess players with any experience are invited to attend and assist the new players. Class space is limited.

T - 7/9, 2 pm, MondayCalling all Teen Star Gazers Begin your space odyssey here! The Pearl Observatory presents StarLab Step inside this portable planetarium and learn how to locate planets, stars and constellations in a summer night sky. Ages 12 - 17 REG

A - 7/11, 12 pm, WednesdayMovie - Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadow (Rated PG-13); 129 minutes; 2011.

Earn Volunteer hours this summer by participating in one of the many teen programs at the Little Egg Harbor Library.

Volunteering looks great on college and career applica-tions.

Summer Reading: This year’s theme is, Own the NightPrizes and volunteer hours are available for participating in Summer Reading.

The SAIL and Reading Buddies programs are other ways you can earn volunteer service hours.

SAIL offers many great programs, that focus on Team Building, working with children and understanding the library.

As a Teen Reading Buddy you work with a Kid Buddy and help them to improve their reading.

Learn about the TAB program which is a year round op-portunity for Teens to Volunteer.

For details call 609-294-1197 and ask for the teen librar-ian.

Applications are available online. @www.theoceancoun-tylibrary.orgUnder Kids n Teens then go to the Teen Zone.

A - 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 7:30 pm, WednesdaysEnglish Conversation GroupConversations will be on a variety of topics. Geared to adults new to speaking English.

T - 7/12, 2 pm, ThursdayBlock the Sun Not the FunDo you love to bathe in the sun for that summer tan? Then you should know the impact the sun has on your skin. Join health educator Vinny Smith for a presentation about skin cancer awareness, and the use of a Dermascan machine. A Dermascan machine is a device used to check the DNA condition of the skin below the surface (face). We will be making cool Lady Gaga-ish sunglasses! Ages 12 - 17. REG

A - 7/12, 7 pm, ThursdayRave On: The Music of Buddy HollyListen and dance to such Buddy Holly hits as “That’ll Be the Day,” “Peggy Sue,” and “Not Fade Away,” as per-formed by Rave On’s Chris Roselle (guitar & lead vo-cals), Pete Farley (bass guitar & background vocals) and Don Guinta (drums & background vocals). Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Library.

A - 7/13, 11 am, FridayMovie - Born to be Wild (Rated G, 2011.) This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them--saving endangered species one life at a time.

BD - 7/17, 2 pm, TuesdayLittle Egg Harbor Book DiscussionBoardwalk Empire by Nelson Johnson. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk.

A - 7/18, 6 pm, WednesdayMovie -Big Miracle (Rated PG)In small town Alaska, a news reporter recruits his ex-girlfriend - on a campaign to save a family of gray whales trapped by rapidly forming ice in the Arctic Circle.

BD - 7/19, 7 pm, ThursdayMarvelous Sleuths Book ClubLethal by Sandra Brown. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk.

A - 7/20, 10 am - 4 pm, FridayCounty Connection Mobile Service Center The mobile service will be in the Little Egg Harbor Li-brary parking lot. Services provided are passports, Senior Services, Veteran Services, Consumer Affairs, Voter

Registration, Parks and Tourism information. (Fees are required for some services.)

A - 7/20, 2 pm, FridayMovie - Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocal (Rated PG-13.) The IMF is shut down when it’s implicated in the bombing of the Kremlin, causing Ethan Hunt and his new team to go rogue to clear their organization’s name.

LONG BEACH ISLAND

F - 7/2, 5 pm - 8 pm, MondayNeedle Workers Drop inIf you knit, crochet, do cross stitch or needlepoint, come join this informal group where you can work and chat, help less-experienced needle workers, or get help from the more-experienced. Drop in; no registration needed.

A - 7/3, 11 am, TuesdayFree Blood Pressure ScreeningLong Beach Island Health Dept. will be at the branch.

FR - 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31 1 pm - 3 pm, TuesdaysAdult Writers’ GroupAre you looking for support from other writers to im-prove your writing skills? Then join this year-round writ-ers group. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library

FR - 7/9, 10 am, MondayFriends of the Island Library Meeting

A - 7/9, 7 pm, MondayThe Evolving Role of the American WifeThe role of wife is the most desired status for millions of women across America. But isn’t it time to take a good look at what the role of wife entails? Susan Shap-iro Barash, gender professor at New York’s Marymount Manhattan College, will delve into an exploration of the modern wife through the decades, from the 1950s to to-day’s 21st century wife, bringing insight into the myriad ways women work at being successful wives in our com-plex world. REG

COH – 7/11, 9 am - 12 pm, Wednesday Blue to You VanThe Blue to You Van from Horizon Healthcare of NJ will be coming to the branch as part of the library’s Chapters of Health program series. Everyone is welcome to come in to learn about healthy living strategies and local well-ness activities, attend seminars, access health care reform information, and more. Members can speak with an advi-sor in person about recent claims, billings or other issues.

A - 7/11, 7:30 pm, WednesdayBook DiscussionThe Greatest Generation, by Tom Brokaw. A - 7/14, 7 pm, SaturdayChasin’ Gus’ GhostExamine the origins and trace the journey of a unique American musical genre with a screening of the jug band documentary, Chasing Gus’ Ghost, followed by a Q&A session with the film’s director, Todd Kwait, and John Sebastian, of the Lovin’ Spoonful, who appears in the film and was involved in its planning. Also featured is an exhibit of work of photographer Catherine Sebastian, who “documented the documentary” with her camera. No library services will be available at this after hours pro-gram. Seating is limited; REG required.

A - 7/16, 7 pm, MondayModern Families: Yours, Mine, and OursToday’s families are far from the “traditional” families of the past. Blended families, grown from remarriage, interfaith, interracial, and same-sex marriages, are now becoming more commonplace, yet many of these couples encounter unique challenges to their relationships. Learn more from our panel, who will discuss societal viewsof their relationships, how they have been received by friends and family, and what day-to-day experiences bring in their lives. This program was developed in part-nership with the Jewish Community Center of LBI. REG

A - 7/17, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, TuesdayWatercolor Drop in for SeniorsAre you looking for a comfortable place to practice your watercolor skills, with some expert support nearby? Wa-tercolor artist Pat Morgan, will be on hand to give advice and offer solutions. Bring your own materials.

FR - 7/17, 2 pm - 4 pm, TuesdayBuck-a-Bag Book SaleGreat bargains help support the Friends of the Island Library. Bags supplied by the Friends.

A - 7/18, 10 am, WednesdayTouchstones: Essays on Spirituality and HealingDr. Robin Shapiro’s latest book, serves as a basis for her interactive discussion exploring our TOUCHSTONES for healing. Robin will engage you with her ideas of what it takes to heal a person’s life, as she offers a unique per-spective to health and happiness. Books will be available for purchase and signing, or bring your own copy. REG

FR - 7/23, 10 am, MondayBehind the Scenes at Carlo’s BakeryWhat the heck IS fondant? Elizabeth White, of TLC’s “Cake Boss” fame knows. She’s head decorator for Carlo’s Bakery and will share the secret ingredients of working with “La Famiglia.” Learn how Liz cooks up great creations and maybe try your hand at decorating a flower cupcake. Everyone goes home with a tasty treat. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. REG

FR - 7/24, 7:30 pm, TuesdayPast Times Bluegrass BandOnce again the Past Times Bluegrass Band will take the stage for our outdoor summer concert. These veterans of Albert Hall in Waretown have performed throughout the tri-state area. Playing traditional bluegrass, gospel and country music since 1996, the group adds their own tunes for an evening of fun for the whole family. Bring your lawn chairs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library.

FR - 7/25, 10 am, WednesdayMastering the Metaphor Writers’ WorkshopMastering the use of metaphor can move your writing from ordinary to exceptional...from “shaking legs” to “rubber legs.” In this workshop, by local author Sandy Gingras “How to Live”, you’ll learn how to structure better metaphors for your poetry, fiction, or non-fiction work. Author and illustrator of 19 gift books, Sandy has written and published poetry, short stories and essays, and has two yet-unpublished mystery novels. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. REG

A - 7/27, 10 am - 3 pm, FridayCounty Connection BusInformation about programs and services available through senior services, veterans services and many of the other programs and services funded by the Board of Freeholders.

FR - 7/30, 7 pm, MondayNot in a Tuscan VillaWhat’s it like to live in Italy for a year? John & Nancy Petralia, authors of Not in a Tuscan Villa, lived their dream--to experience la dolce vita as ordinary citizens. Come hear about how they did it, what they learned, and how their adventure changed their lives. Sponsored by the Friends of the Island Library. REG

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

CH, T, A - 6/1 - 8/3Library Photo Contest Depicting Your Favorite BookCreate a photo depicting your favorite book. Pick up an entry form and contest rules at the information or chil-dren’s desk. There will be 3 age groups, children ages 8 - 12, teens 13 - 17, adults 18+. The deadline for photo submission is 8/3/12. Reception and awards ceremony will be 8/17/12.

BD - 7/3, 10:15 am - 11:30 am, TuesdayDevil in the White CityBy Eric Larson

A - 7/3, 7/17, 2 pm - 4 pm, TuesdaysWriter’s CircleWriters of all genres are invited to critique each other’s work and discusswriting issues.

A - 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 12 pm, FridaysChess ClubBring your Chess sets and play in our YA area.

A - 7/9, 1 pm - 3 pm, MondayAll Star Break RecapWill Josh Hamilton hit 75 homers? What about those Mets? Will the Yanks win the division? Recap the first half of the baseball season and share your predictions with fellow baseball fans. Prizes. REG

A - 7/11, 2 pm & 6 pm, WednesdayFeature Film – Like Crazy(Rated PG-13) A young American guy and a British girl meet in college and fall in love. Their love is tested when she is required to leave the country and they must face the challenges of a long-distance relationship. 90 minutes.

COH, A - 7/12, 2 pm, ThursdayLight Summer Cooking DemonstrationJennifer Klein, Registered Dietician with Shoprite, will demonstrate easy, nutritious, and light dishes for those hot summer days. Enjoy samples of various recipes. REG

A - 7/12, 7/26, 2 pm - 4 pm, Thursdays This group also meets every Wednesday evening 7 pm – 9 pm.Chicks with Sticks- A Knitting and Crocheting GroupBring your yarn, needles, hooks and current projects. Share your knowledge while meeting new people.

A - 7/13, 7/27, 1 pm - 3 pm, FridaysQuilting BeeDuring our meetings, we work on individual and group projects. Please note that quilting “classes’ are held dur-ing the first meeting of the month. The second meeting is usually reserved for independent projects.

COH, A - 7/17, 2 pm, TuesdayBetter Balance for SeniorsRon Hyland will demonstrate simple exercises to help you maintain and strengthen your balance. REG

A - 7/18, 2 pm & 6 pm, WednesdayForeign Film - King of Devil’s Island(Unrated) This true story of the infamous Bastøy Boys Home Correctional facility in Norway begins with the arrival of 17 year old Erling, a rumored murderer. He clashes with the island facility’s governor, who believes manual labor, rigid discipline, and harsh punishment are the only methods to turn boy into members of society. Norwegian w/ English subtitles; 115 minutes

A - 7/19, 10 am - 11 am, ThursdayGlucose ScreeningProvided by St. Barnabas Health Systems.

A - 7/19, 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 - 7/23, 1 pm - 3 pm, MondayeReader ExpoThinking of buying an eReader? Best Buy representatives will describe the differences between a Nook®, Kindle®, and iPad.® Get hands-on experience using the devices so you can determine which is best for you. A raffle drawing will be held. REG

A - 7/23, 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 - 7/25, 2 pm & 6 pm, WednesdayFeature Film – Tower Heist(Rated PG-13) This comedy caper is about working stiffs who seek revenge on the Wall Street swindler who stiffed them. 104 minutes.

COH, A - 7/31, 2 pm, TuesdayIllness and Injury Prevention for SeniorsRon Hyland will share nutrition and exercise tips to help seniors maintain a healthy lifestyle. REG

PLUMSTED

A - 7/2, 1 pm - 3 pm, MondayCounty Connection Mobile Service CenterThe mobile service center will be in the Plumsted Library parking lot. (Fees are required for some services.)

CH - 7/6, 2 pm, FridayRick Waterhouse Presents: Sam and His Crazy DreamsThough Sam is tired from working hard at the library all day, he just can’t seem to fall asleep. So he decides to read a children’s book that will help him doze off. But what will happen once Sam starts dreaming? Join us to learn all about Sam’s crazy dreams. Ages 4 and up. REG

CH, T - 7/9, 7/30, 4 pm, MondaysUpcycled Craft Club for Teens and TweensJoin us as we make new and fun creations out of reused materials. Ages 11 and up. REG

A - 7/9, 6:30 pm, MondayNew Egypt Writers GroupWe welcome writers of all genres. Bring a small sample of your work; additional copies if you would like written critiques. Leave feeling inspired and ready to write!

CH – 7/3, 7/17, 7/31, 10:30 am, Tuesdays Toddle on Over18 - 36 months and caregivers are welcome to join Miss Melissa for stories, songs, and play. REG

A - 7/11, 7 pm - 8:45 pm, Wednesday Meet the Mayor Schedule an appointment to meet with Mayor Leutwyler and Assemblyman Dancer.

F - 7/16, 6:30 pm, MondayMovie Night: Hugo (Rated PG)An orphaned boy secretly lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station and looks after the clocks. He gets caught up in a mystery adventure when he attempts to

repair a mechanical man. REG

T - 7/18, 7 pm, WednesdayTales From BeyondSee strange artifacts, learn about mentalist powers, and hear stories of unbelievable events. From a collection of old photographs, you will determine who lived and died on the Titanic. By sharing an old letter, you will discover evidence from the Lizzie Borden murder. With pins in hand, you will see the truth about a voodoo doll and its victim. Part pseudo-psychometry, part mystic mental-ism, part bizarre storytelling, and part just plain all-out creepy fun, Tales From Beyond is just what you need to give your mind an exciting trip into experiencing the unknown. Ages 11 -17. REG

A - 7/23, 3 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. REG will be accepted, but not required.

CH – 7/23, 7 pm, MondayNocturnal By NatureLive animal show featuring nocturnal animals such as the skunk, porcupine, and fox. Topics discussed will include habitats, communication, behaviors and animal survival techniques. Learn the difference between nocturnal and crepuscular animals that live on our planet. Ages 5 and up. REG

POINT BEACH

T, A - 7/3, 6:30 pm, Tuesday Go Green with Red, White & BlueMake a rustic recycled flag with twigs, twine and paint. Teens and Adults welcome. REG

F - 7/5, 10:30 am, ThursdayPuppet Show: Big PlansOcean County Library Puppet Show Players will be per-forming a puppet show based on Bob Shea’s book, Big Plans, about a young boy daydreaming of all the huge, colossal, gigantic and epic things he’ll do in the future. REG

A - 7/9, 1 pm, Monday Stitch at the BeachBring along your needles and yarn and join our monthly knitting group.All skill levels welcome. REG

F - 7/12, 6 pm, ThursdayAll About Polar BearsLearn about polar bears and get inspired to help the en-vironment at this story time. Jenkinson’s Aquarium will present an educational program focusing on saving polar bear habitats. REG

T - 7/17, 7 pm, TuesdayTales from BeyondCross Alfred Hitchcock with X-Files and Edgar Allan Poe and you get part bizarre storytelling, and creepy fun. Ages 11 - 17. REG

BD - 7/19, 12 pm, ThursdayLiterature & Lunch: Sarah’s Key Bring your lunch and discuss a great book. This month’s selection is Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay. Books may be picked up at the Circulation Desk. REG

BD - 7/24, 7 pm, TuesdayMennonite in a Little Black Dress by Rhoda Janzen. REG

T - 7/31, 7 pm, TuesdaySummer Smoothie Fun with AmyWe’ll have a blind taste test, talk about healthy ingredi-ents, and of course sample a few recipes.Ages 12 and up. REG

ED - Curio Display “Cars” by the Merritt Family

ED - Meeting Room Art DisplayArtists: Deborah Jenscik & Chantale Taurozzi

POINT BOROUGH

ED – JulyA display of Diane Sainato’s Doll collection will be in the exhibit case and Photographs of Various Countries by Keith W. Olson will be on display in the meeting room.

C - 7/2, 10 am - 12 pm, MondayComputer Skills Open LabWork at your own pace on the library’s laptops to prac-tice your computer mouse skills or a Microsoft Office® program. We will supply you with a couple of fun online mouse or Microsoft® self-paced tutorial programs to get you started. You will be working at your own skill with the online program. This is not an instructor led class. Please bring a set of headphones from home. REG

A - 7/2, 1 pm - 4 pm, MondayMilitary Services Comfort Package Item Donation DayAmerican Recreational Military Services (A.R.M.S.) will be collecting donated items to be shipped to our service-men and women overseas. Items such as lip balm, sun block, razors, hand sanitizers, batteries, beef jerky, nuts, trail mix, lollypops, breath mints and chewing gum, puz-zles & word game pads, etc., can be dropped off between 1 pm and 4 pm. A.R.M.S. will take care of packing and shipping these items to our men and women in uniform.

T – 7/2, 6:30 pm, MondayScary Movie NightTeens 13 and up are invited to the library for a scary mov-ie night. Teens will vote on the film to watch. Movie will be rated PG or PG-13. REG

CH - 7/5, 10:30 am, ThursdayWhat’s Your Favorite Food?Delicious foods like bananas, pizza, and ice cream are yummy in your tummy! Share silly stories & crafts of fun foods. Ages 3 - 5. REG

A - 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 1 pm - 3 pm, FridaysGames for AdultsBring a friend and have fun playing a variety of board games.

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

CH - 7/11, 4 pm, WednesdayRead to the DogsChildren can practice their reading skills and read books out loud to our cuddly canines from Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dogs.

A - 7/11, 6:30 pm, WednesdayDinner & MovieAlbert Nobbs (Rated R.) Glenn Close plays a woman passing as a man in order to work and survive in 19th century Ireland. Thirty years after donning men’s cloth-ing, she finds herself trapped in a prison of her own making. Bring your dinner and the library will provide dessert. REG

T - 7/12, 3 pm, ThursdayMake Your Own Dream JournalCome to the library to analyze your dreams and make your very own dream journal. Grades 6 - 12. REG

BD - 7/12, 7 pm, ThursdayExtremely Loud and Incredibly CloseJoin members of JSQspot’s book club as they discuss Jonathan Safran Foer’s book. New members welcome.

F - 7/12, 7/26, 7 pm, ThursdaysChess ClubDrop in to play chess and have fun. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

A - 7/12, 7/26, 7:30 pm, ThursdaysAdult Writers GroupExplore your writing skills in a fun, informal setting.

BD - 7/16, 10:30 am, MondayThe HelpDiscuss this Kathryn Stockett novel with the members of the Pt. Pleasant Friends Book Discussion Group.

T - 7/16, 2 pm, MondayVideo Game Free PlayEnjoy some free time on the library’s Wii®. Grades 6 - 12. REG

A - 7/18, 7 pm, WednesdayClose Knit CrewMake friends and work on your knitting and crocheting projects. All skill levels are welcome.

A - 7/19, 10 am, ThursdayOC Connections VanVisit the library between 10:00 am - 2:00 pm and explore the resources in the OC Connections Van.

CH - 7/20, 10:30 am, FridayToddler Fun TimeSpecial stories, music and other fun for your active tod-dler. Ages 1 & 2 with adult caregiver. REG

A – 7/21, 2 pm, SaturdaySongwriters in the Round: Gyrl BandHave you ever wondered where musicians get the inspi-ration for the songs they write? The trio Gyrl Band will showcase their original songs and share their creative process through stories and anecdotes. Gyrl Band com-bines the talents of New Jersey singers & songwriters Lisa Bouchelle, Kim Yarson, and Sandy Zio. REG

CH - 7/23, 10:30 am, MondayNo Socks - Free Your Feet!It’s fun to wear sandals as the weather gets warmer.

Wiggle your toes and enjoy some lively stories. Ages 3 - 5. REG

T - 7/23, 6:30 pm, MondayTie-DyeTeens invited to library to make their very own Tie-dye shirt. Library will provide 1 t-shirt per teen, but feel free to bring shirts of your own to dye as well. Grades 6 - 12. REG

T - 7/25, 2 pm, WednesdayTeen Scavenger HuntChallenge yourself to the library’s scavenger hunt! Grades 6 - 12. REG

BD - 7/25, 7:30 pm, WednesdayMadonnas of LeningradJoin members of the Good Readers’ book club as they discuss Debra Dean’s book.

A - 7/30, 11 am, MondayUnderstanding Wills, Trusts & Estate PlanningAttorney Gerald Klein will present information about common issues and planning techniques for wills, trusts & estate planning in NJ. Presentation will be followed by a question & answer session. Light refreshments will be provided. REG

T – 7/31, 2 pm, TuesdayTeen Sewing ClubCreate a simple sewing project. All materials supplied, open to all skill levels. Grades 6 - 12. REG

STAFFORD

ED - July & AugustTeen Art Show: Own the NightTeens can submit their art for display.

T - 7/2, 7/11, 7/17, 7/30, 1 pm – 3 pm Teen Horror Movie MatineeAudience chooses a PG-13 movie to watch.

C - 7/2, 1:30 pm, MondayMouse Basics Learn the very basics of using a mouse. REG

T - 7/5, 6 pm, ThursdayTeen Advisory Board Meeting Volunteer at the library to earn community service hours.

A - 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27,

1 pm - 4 pm, FridaysMah JonggExperience recommended. Please bring game sets and the current card. REG

CH - 7/9, 10:30 am, MondayRaptor RaptureHear ye! Hear ye! The king’s falconer at Medieval Times, Bill Ponder invites the subjects of Ocean County Library to learn about the royal sport of falconry. Learn about hawks, falcons and other mighty birds of prey. For ages 5 and up. REG

BD - 7/10, 1 pm, TuesdayTuesday Afternoon Book DiscussionTheir Eyes Are Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. Please pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk.

C - 7/11, 1:30 pm, WednesdayInternet Basics Learn to navigate the Internet. Students need mouse skills. REG

T - 7/12, 11 am - 12:30 pm, ThursdayBlending Fun with AmyA fun, healthy and educational program using fresh ingre-dients and a blender.

T - 7/12, 5 pm - 6 pm, ThursdayTeen Book ClubPick up this month’s book at Stafford circulation.

A - 7/12, 7 pm, ThursdayDVD Discussion GroupGroup is limited to 10 participants who can pick up specially reserved DVDs of the film one week before the discussion to watch on their own. See Circulation Staff for DVD and REG.

T, F - 7/13, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, FridaySuperhero PartyJoin us for this family friendly party celebrating superhe-roes. REG

A - 7/14, 2 pm, SaturdayFeature Film: Jaws (Rated PG)When a gigantic great white shark begins to menace the small island community of Amity, a police chief, a marine scientist and a fisherman set out to stop it.

T - 7/16, 2 pm - 4 pm, MondayGraveyard Walk

A guided exploration of local cemeteries. REG

T - 7/16, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, MondayAnime and Manga ClubWatch anime and discuss Japanese pop culture. Ages 12 - 18.

C - 7/18, 1:30 pm, WednesdayBeyond the BasicsLearn advanced Internet searching techniques. Students need mouse and Internet skills. REG

CH - 7/18, 7 pm, WednesdayPirate SchoolAhoy matey! Bumbling pirate Billy Bones brings his swashbuckling variety show to the Ocean County Library. Children are encouraged to come in costume. Learn how to stand, talk, laugh, eat and sing like a pirate. For ages 5 and up. REG

C - 7/19, 10:30 am, ThursdayeBay® Basics Learn the basics of buying and selling on eBay®. Stu-dents need mouse and Internet skills. REG

T - 7/19, 3 pm - 4:30 pm, ThursdayHenna TattoosApply temporary body art. Permission slip required; available online or at the front desk. REG

C - 7/23, 1:30 pm, MondayMicrosoft Word® 2010 BasicsLearn basic document creation, menu and toolbar func-tionality in Word®. Students need mouse skills and knowledge of Microsoft Windows®. REG

T - 7/25, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Wednesday Writer’s GuildDiscuss writing and getting published. Open to teens ages 12 -18.

FR - 7/26, 9 am – 1 pm, ThursdayFriends of the Stafford Library Book Sale Come visit our book sales the last Thursday of every month for great books, great prices, and great reading.

C - 7/26, 10:30 am, ThursdayMicrosoft Excel® 2010 BasicsLearn the basics of the Excel® spreadsheet program. Students need mouse skills and knowledge of Microsoft Windows®. REG

F - 7/28, 2:00 pm, SaturdayFamily Movie: Shark Tale (Rated PG)When a son of a gangster shark boss is accidently killed while on the hunt, his would-be prey and his vegetar-ian brother both decide to use the incident to their own advantage.

CH - 7/30, 10:30 am, MondayPuppet Show: Big PlansThis summer the Ocean County Library Puppet Show Players will be performing a puppet show based on Bob Shea’s book, Big Plans, about a young boy daydreaming of all the huge, colossal, gigantic and epic things he’ll do in the future. Perhaps he’ll be the big boss of a huge cor-poration or maybe he’ll run for president or maybe he’ll fly to the moon. If you’ve ever had big dreams about your future, then this is the show for you! Ages 4 and up. REG

C - 7/31, 10:30 am, TuesdayMicrosoft PowerPoint® 2010 Basics Learn how to create and edit a Microsoft PowerPoint® slide presentation. Students need mouse skills and knowl-edge of Microsoft Windows®. REG

TOMS RIVER

ED 7/1 – 7/31The Batik Story: The Art of Florence Zdanowitz (McCon-nell Gallery); Thumbnails: Photography by Katie Gatto (2nd Floor Gallery)

C - 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30,2 pm - 3 pm, MondaysComputer Help Hour - Drop In

A - 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 10 am, Tuesdays AND 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 10 am, WednesdaysEnglish Conversation GroupAre you new to speaking English? Practice your English and join the talk about current events & other subjects. New members welcome.

C - 7/3, 9:30 am - 11 am, TuesdayInternet II REG

BD, T - 7/5, 3:30 pm - 5 pm, ThursdayGay-Straight Book ClubNew members welcomed. Ages 14 -18

A - 7/5, 6 pm - 8 pm, ThursdayArtist Reception – Photographer Katie Gatto

Second Floor Gallery. All ages welcome.

A - 7/5, 7/19, 6 pm - 8:30 pm, ThursdaysToms River Gamers ClubMeet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month. 1st week has console, card, and board games. Play, meet, and dis-cuss gaming. New members are welcome. Ages 18 - 29. REG

T - 7/6, 2 pm, FridayBlock the Sun, Not the FunWorking on the perfect summer tan? Come find out how to protect yourself from skin cancer and use a Dermascan machine. Dermascan checks the DNA condition of the skin below the surface of your face. Afterwards, we will be making Lady Gaga-ish sunglasses! Ages 10 and up.

C - 7/6, 2:30 pm - 4 pm, FridayMicrosoft Word® 2007 I REG

A - 7/7, 1 pm - 3 pm, SaturdayGallery Talk & Reception – Artist Florence ZdanowitzMcConnell Gallery. All ages welcome.

A - 7/7, 2 pm, Saturday and7/17, 6:30 pm, TuesdayForeign Film: Before Your Eyes (Not Rated.) Ten year old Gulistan and her brother Firat live in the heart of Turkish Kurdistan. Their parents are shot down by paramilitary gunmen before their eyes. Traumatized & orphaned, Gulistan and Firat try to care for their infant sister, but money soon runs out and they’re forced onto the street. It is there that Gulistan meets the part-time escort Dilara. Accompanying her on a hotel call, Gulistan discovers Dilara’s client is the murderer of her parents, & devises a plan for revenge. Turkish and Kurdish with English Subtitles REG

FR - 7/9, 2 pm, MondayFriends Meeting – Bishop Bldg.The Friends of the Toms River Library are an active group that designs & manages fund-raising activities to support the library. Stop in if you love your library!

A - 7/9, 6 pm - 8:30 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 & Workforce Development. REG

T - 7/9, 6:30 pm - 8 pm, MondayPower Player Mondays: Teen Video Game TournamentCome show off your skills. Game and console will be an-nounced on the library web site. Ages 12 - 18. REG

T - 7/10, 4:30 pm - 6 pm, TuesdayTeen Anime ClubTrivia, cosplay, new episodes, and more. Ages 12 - 18

T - 7/10, 7 pm - 8 pm, TuesdayFriendship BraceletsBring your best friend or meet a new one here while we create classic thread patterned friendship bracelets. Ages 12 - 18. REG

BD - 7/10, 7 pm, Tuesday Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay

C - 7/12, 10 am - 12 pm, ThursdayAncestry.com for Beginners REG

T - 7/12, 7 pm - 8 pm, ThursdayTales From BeyondCross Alfred Hitchcock with X-Files and Edgar Allan Poe and you get part bizarre storytelling, and creepy fun. Ages 11 - 17. REG

C - 7/13, 2:30 pm - 4 pm, FridayFree Classes on the Internet for Lifelong Learners REG

CH - 7/16, 2:30 pm, MondayRaptor Rapture: Falconry with Live Birds Hear ye! Hear ye! The king’s falconer at Medieval Times, Bill Ponder invites the subjects of Ocean County Library to learn about the royal sport of falconry. Learn about hawks, falcons and other mighty birds of prey. For ages 5 and up. REG

C - 7/17, 10:30 am - 12 pm, TuesdayInternet I REG

T - 7/17, 7 pm - 8 pm, TuesdayGame OnScavenger hunt, board games, card games in the Teen Zone; the ultimate Game Night. Ages 12 - 18. REG

CH - 7/17, 7 pm, TuesdayPirate School Pirate Billy Bones brings his swashbuckling variety show to the Ocean County Library. It’s fun for the whole family. Children are encouraged to come in costume. Learn how to stand, talk, laugh, eat and sing like a pirate.

Arrrgh! For ages 5 and up. REG

C - 7/18, 2 pm - 3:30 pm, WednesdayBasic Microsoft PowerPoint® REG

CH - 7/18, 2:30 pm, WednesdayOCL Players Present: Big Plans!This summer the Ocean County Library Puppet Show Players will be performing a puppet show based on Bob Shea’s book, Big Plans, about a young boy daydreaming of all the huge, colossal, gigantic and epic things he’ll do in the future. Perhaps he’ll be the big boss of a huge cor-poration or maybe he’ll run for president or maybe he’ll fly to the moon. If you’ve ever had big dreams about your future, then this is the show for you! Ages 4 and up. REG

A, T - 7/19, 7 pm - 8:30 pm, Thursday seventhreetwo seventhreetwo brings you free shows with local bands every month at 7pm, on the 3rd Thursday (usually), with 2 acts. This month: Julian Fulton & the Zombie Gospel.

C - 7/21, 9:30 am – 11 am, SaturdayYahoo® Email I REG

A - 7/23, 7 pm, MondayAs Time Goes ByA two-person show starring Emmy Award-winning actress, Elaine Bromka, and Reathel Bean. A readers’ theater romp exploring the musings, foibles, & discover-ies of characters pondering the question: what does it all mean? REG

C - 7/24, 9:30 am - 11:00 am, TuesdayMouse/Basic Computer Skills REG

T - 7/24, 7 pm - 8 pm, TuesdayHenna Practice the ancient art of Henna Tattooing. Create your own design. Permission slip required; available online or in the Teen Zone. Ages 12-18. REG

C - 7/25, 1:30 pm - 3 pm, WednesdayOrganize Digital Photos with Picasa® REG C - 7/26, 9:30 am - 11 am, ThursdayYahoo® Email I REG

A - 7/26, 6 pm - 7:30 pm, ThursdayAnime Plus

Watch anime and discuss manga while meeting with other new adults. Ages 18 - 29. REGC - 7/28, 9:30 am - 11 am, SaturdayDownload Free eBooks and Audiobooks with eLibraryNJ REG

T - 7/31, 7 pm - 8 pm, Tuesday Shark WeekSink your jaws into Shark Week. Bring a hooded sweat-shirt (blue or grey are best) to make a shark hoodie. All other supplies provided. Ages 12 - 18. REG

TUCKERTON

F - 7/2, 1 pm, Monday Let’s Make Smoothies with AmyKids and parents will taste a mystery smoothie & guess the ingredients. Enjoy tasting and blending of healthy ingredients. Learn what ingredients can be used. Free recipes will be available. Ages 8 - 16. REG

CH - 7/5, 11 am, Thursday Block the Sun Not the FunDo you love to bathe in the sun? Then you should know the impact the sun has on your skin. Join us for a presen-tation about skin cancer awareness, followed by a video and the use of a Dermascan machine, a device used to check the DNA condition of the skin below the surface (face). Afterwards, we will make cool Lady Gaga-ish sunglasses! Presented by Vinny Smith, Health Educator of Horizon NJ Health. Ages 6 and up. REG

F - 7/9 – 7/27 Paperback Book ChallengePick up a wrapped paperback book, read the book, write a review and return it to the library. Finale on the 27th, come in and make a bookmark. Ages 5 - 17.

A - 7/9, 6 pm, Monday Movie Night - The Vow (Rated PG-13). REG

CH - 7/13, 2 pm, FridayPiccirillo Sciencetelling - Dragons and Dreams- (Fire and Ice)Join us as we learn about the science of fire & ice by tell-ing a tale of dragons & dreams using experiments of flash paper, exploding bottles, “cool” dry ice, and much more. REG

T - 7/14, 11 am, Saturday Hispanic Hissing Snakes Join us to decorate your own replica of these colorful, coiling, Mexican toy snakes using recycled plastic bottle tops and corks. Ages 12 – 16. REG F - 7/16, 6 pm, Monday Raptor Rapture Falconry with live birdsHear ye! Hear ye! The king’s falconer at Medieval Times, Bill Ponder invites the subjects of Ocean County Library to learn about the royal sport of falconry. Learn about hawks, falcons and other mighty birds of prey. For ages 5 and up. REG

C - 7/19, 11 am, ThursdayLibrarian by Appointment One hour. Limit 1. REG

A - 7/23, 6 pm, Monday Movie Night - Joyful Noise (Rated PG-13.) G.G. Sparrow faces off with her choir’s newly appointed director, Vi Rose Hill, over the group’s direction as they head into a national competition. REG

A - 7/23, 6 pm, Monday Movie Night - A Thousand Words (Rated PG-13.) After stretching the truth on a deal with a spiritual guru, literary agent Jack McCall finds a Bodhi tree on his property. Its appearance holds a valuable lesson on the consequences of every word we speak. REG

CH - 7/24, 11:30 am, Tuesday Story Time with JoyLocal author Joy Zomerdyke will read her book Teddy “B” is for Bear: Meets a Scary Monster followed by a craft. Ages 4 and up. REG

T - 7/31, 2 pm, Tuesday Pipe Cleaner AnimalsCreate a creature. Ages 10 -16. REG

UPPER SHORES

ED - In Our Meeting RoomPhotography by Jeff Sayre

A - 7/7, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm SaturdayArtist ReceptionSaturday, 7/7 10:30 am - 12:30 pmBeauty at the Shore: A Photographic Exhibit by Jeff SayreStop by and meet this month’s artist.

CH - 7/10, 6 pm, TuesdayStarry SkyCome join us for a great space adventure! Step inside a StarLab, the portable planetarium, and learn how to locate planets, stars, and constellations in a summer night sky. REGFR - 7/11, 7 pm, WednesdayFriends General Membership Meeting

A - 7/11, 7:30 pm, WednesdayLaugh For the Health of It!w/ Sherri Waryasz, the Queen of LaughterBoost energy levels and melt away stress in this highly interactive presentation highlighting the benefits of laugh-ter for the mind, body & spirit! REG **Sponsored by the Friends of Upper Shores

CH - 7/13, 10:30 am, FridayFlow CircusJoin us for a 45 minute interactive magic and juggling show! Flow Circus promotes active play through the jug-gling arts. REG

BD - 7/18, 3 pm, WednesdayImmortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca SklootWriting in plain, clear prose, Skloot makes a remarkable debut with this multilayered story about faith, science, journalism, and grace. A rich and haunting story that asks many ethical questions including, who owns our bodies?

F - 7/24, 6 pm, TuesdayEast Meets WestPresented by the Catskill Puppet TheatreJoin Master Puppeteer Hua Hua Zhang for a very special engagement with puppet-led stories of China & America. Sponsored by an OceanFirst Foundation Arts and Cultural Grant and the Ocean County Library Foundation. Ages 6 and up.

WARETOWN

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

CH - 7/2, 7 pm, MondayMake an Owl Mask Craft For ages 5 - 10. Materials provided.

CH - 7/3, 1 pm - 4 pm, TuesdayDrop in Craft Make an American flag. Materials provided.

FR - 7/9, 7 pm, MondayFriends of Library Monthly Meeting Our Library’s Friends provide the Waretown Branch with a means to support future programs and improvements. All are welcome to attend.

F - 7/10, 3 pm, TuesdayBig Plans Puppet Show Ocean County Library Puppet Show Players will be performing a puppet show based on Bab Shea’s book, Big Plans. Ages 4 and up. REG

A - 7/16, 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 confidential support with helpful information and referral services. Just drop in.

FR - 7/27, 1 pm - 3 pm, FridayFriends Monthly Book SaleExcellent finds for unbeatable prices.

FR - 7/28, 10 am - 12 pm, SaturdayFriends Monthly Book SaleExcellent finds for unbeatable prices.