Monmouth County Library- Atlantic Highlands Branch 

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, special guests and more! 

School Age Program – Grades K and up
Thursdays from 3:15 pm - 3:50 pm
Join us for a variety of activities, including storytime, crafts, special guests and more!

Preschool Program – Ages 3 to 5
Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Join us for a variety of activities, including storytime, crafts and more!

Kids! StoryTime/PlayTime: Free Interactive Stories, Songs and Activities

Enhanced Early Literacy, Learning Enrichment And Social Engagement with certified professional Children’s Librarian. Free at Monmouth County Library! NO fees, NO registration, NO card needed! Call for information. Caregivers need to be in attendance. Check out our other programs, which are free

Baby Storytimes For ages 10 months to 2 years Mondays, December January 6, 13, 27 from 11:00 to 11:30 am

TODDLER STORYTIME - Ages 2 - 3 ½ years. Siblings welcome!  Mondays, January 6, 13,27 from 10:30 to 11:00 am

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME - Ages 3 ½ - 5 years   Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 from 4:15 to 5:00 pm

FAMILY STORYTIME - All Ages  Thursdays, January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 10:30 to 11:00 am

Enhanced Early Literacy, Learning Enrichment and Social Engagement with certified, professional, caring Children's Librarian is  

Free at Monmouth County Library!  

NO fees, NO registration, NO card needed! Call  for information. Caregivers need to be in attendance. 

Check out our other programs, which are free, although we may request registration, in order to have ample materials for attendees! 

Monmouth County Library - Ocean Township Branch 

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, special guests, and more!

Baby Storytimes – Ages 10 months to 2 years (with parent/caregiver)

Mondays, January 6, 13 & 27 from 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Toddler Storytimes – Ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old (with parent/caregiver)
Mondays, January 6, 13 & 27 from 10:30 am - 10:50 am
Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Preschool Storytime & Craft – Ages 3 1/2 to 5 years old
Mondays, January 6, 13 & 27 from 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
 

Enhanced Early Literacy, Learning Enrichment, and Social Engagement with a certified, professional, caring Children's Librarian is  

Free at Monmouth County Library!  NO fees, NO registration, NO card needed! Call  for information. Caregivers need to be in attendance.  

NO PROGRAMS January 1 and 20.

Paintings, drawings and photographs created by Monmouth County Arts High and Arts Middle School students will be on display for the month of January. 

The exhibit features work completed by gifted and talented students who participated in the Monmouth County Arts High or Arts Middle School. The programs offer advanced arts classes in creative writing, dance, instrumental music, vocal music, acting and visual arts to students from public, private and home schools in Monmouth County.  Students, admitted to the program through audition, are released from their schools one afternoon each week to participate in the various courses that are taught by professional artists.  

Enhanced Early Literacy, Learning Enrichment and Social Engagement with certified, professional, caring Children's Librarian is  

Free at Monmouth County Library!  

NO fees, NO registration, NO card needed! Call  for information. Caregivers need to be in attendance. 

Check out our other programs, which are free, although we may request registration, in order to have ample materials for attendees! 

Baby Storytime, Family Storytime, and Preschool Programs

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, special guests, and more! No registration needed! 

Babies, Books and Bubbles - Ages 6-24 months with parent/caregiver  Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00-10:30 am 

Family Storytime - Ages 2 and up with parent/caregiver            Mondays and Wednesdays  from 10:35-11:05 am 

* New* Family Craft Time-  Ages 2 and up (with parent/caregiver) Thursdays- 1:30-2:00 pm

January 9- Paint a Pinecone

January 16- Snowman

January 23- Snowy Day

January 30- Hot Chocolate Mug

Monmouth County Library - Atlantic Highlands Branch 

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, special guests, and more! 

Baby Storytimes – Ages 10 months to 2 years (With Parent/Caregiver)
Wednesdays from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
For you and your baby to enjoy nursery rhymes, music, finger plays, and playtime!

Toddler Storytimes – Ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old (With Parent/Caregiver)
Wednesdays from 10:30 am - 10:50 am
Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fun!

Family Storytimes – Ages 10 months to 4 years (With Parent/Caregiver)
Wednesdays from 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for stories, songs, playtime, and more!
 

Useful feedback can go a long way to help you become a better writer, but  how do you separate the helpful from the unhelpful? Join us for a series of monthly critique sessions.  If you'd like to share your own work for constructive feedback, see www.monmouthwriters.com for details of what to expect, as well as format/printing instructions. 

To join the program as a student or volunteer as a tutor, please fill out a registration form at the Atlantic Highlands Library front desk. For additional information, you can contact the AH Library at 732-291-1956. Both students and tutors are required to attend an orientation session (date to be announced later) prior to being accepted into the program.

Time commitment: English Conversation Classes will take place in the Atlantic Highlands Library (100 1st Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ) from 10:00 am to 11:30 am on specific Saturdays. The Spring 2020 session will run from January through May. You must register separately for each session and commit to taking part in all 10 classes.

Learn to play chess  and "Go" Play a game with others, from beginners to champion-level players. 

Meeting room space available most Saturdays when the Library is open.

Please check the Library's online calendar, or call 732-431-7220 x7222. 

PROGRAM RESCHEDULED TO SAT. January 18 11:00 AM

Family Fun Saturday: Block Party Fun! Come be creative by building whatever you choose with DUPLO® and LEGO® bricks provided by the library.  Families need only bring thier ideas and imagination.  All ages welcome. Registration required.

Do what you love!  

Join experienced Knitter Heather Stone for this fun creative activity! She will assist you with learning how to cast on stiches, follow pattern instructions, selecting the correct yarn and needles for your project, and so much more! Supplies are available for beginners. All skill levels are welcome! 

Join us for this presentation by Fair Haven native, Mary Beth Gibson, author of the award winning historical novel series, The Duncullen Saga. Her talk, A Fictional Journey Through the 18th Century, begins in Tipperary, Ireland, and concludes in Revolutionary-era South Carolina. The final book in the trilogy, Patience Can Cook a Stone, is newly released and will be available for purchase and signing. 

Registration is requested.

Origami is the art of paper folding, which may be simple or quite complex.

We invite experienced paperfolders to drop by this monthly meeting of like minded artists and learn from each other!

Meetings are generally on the second Saturday of each month from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

Want to know how you can volunteer for the U.S. Census?  A representative will be in the library lobby to answer your questions.  

Come and play Mah-Jongg!

Bring your set. Seating is limited. Please follow posted rules. Doors open when coordinator arrives. 

Contact:  732-938-2300

Meets every Monday afternoon that the library is open.  Bring your game and come join us!

Want to play Bridge? Come and join other groups in the meeting room. 

Participants need to know how to play the game and game sets will be provided. 

Ages 3 - 5 years

Registration required.

Ages 3 - 5 years

Registration required.

Make your own unique snowflake using wheel pasta and straws!

No registration needed. Grades K-5

Grades Kindergarten and up.

The dogs are eager to hear more tail-wagging adveture tales!

Create a box like none you own using holiday wrapping paper.

Grades 3 and Up

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math!

Each month explore one of these topics in our fun filled and messy club! 

Time and Potatoes

It’s the New Year and time is ticking, let’s watch it fly as we make potato clocks!

*Space is limited; register in-person, by phone, or online at: http://bit.ly/HQTweens

Python is a programming language that can be used for a variety of applications including web development, game programming, and computer graphics. Python remains one of the fastest growing programming languages and we are excited to continue hosting this series.  

During this session, we will be building on what we’ve learned and taking things to the next level!  

Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does.  

Must have completed one of the prerequisites to register: 

1. Attended the previous session of Girls Who Code - Python (October 7-28)
2. Read and comprehend the first four chapters of Teach Your Kids to Code: A Parent-Friendly Guide to Python Programming by Payne
3. Have a basic knowledge and understanding of Python

Registration is required. Please bring along a laptop for the program.

Program Dates: January 13, January 27, February 3, February 10

For Grades 6-12

Come and play bridge! Monday evenings when the library is open. 

Dr. Monica discusses how to create a positive health transformation and to significantly improve chronic disease issues by participating in a self-health-management approach; keeping metabolic numbers in check-blood glucose, blood pressure and weight and waist circumference. And identifying different types of food sensitivities can really defy the onset of preventable, chronic, metabolic diseases.

Dr. Julianne Monica specializes in Clinical Nutrition. She is a Certified, Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition from Arizona State University, as well. A Diplomat to the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutritionists (DCBCN) and is the chair to the Nutrition Education Counsel.

Monmouth County Library provides meeting space as a community service.  The Library does not endorse this event, or the speaker(s), or the organization.

Make friends, talk about books, and read and learn in a relaxed community setting.  The Next Chapter Book Club (NCBC) offers an opportunity for adults and teens with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to participate in a weekly book club.  The group meets Mondays at 7:00 pm to read aloud and discuss a book for one hour. Books are provided by the library.

We are also looking for Volunteers who would like to help facilitate the meetings.  If interested, please contact Kim Avagliano at the library, 732-683-8980.  

Please register by calling 1-866-941-8188.

Do you want to speak English? Come and join the Beginning English conversation classes:

• To listen and practice English.
• Learn language to help you at work, at home, and in the community.
• Meet and speak with others who are learning English.
• All Classes are free and meet on Monday evenings from 7pm - 8:30 pm

• If you have a question about this class or any Library Program, please call our Reference Librarians at 732 431 7220 x 7222.

Drop by to visit with an admissions counselor from Brookdale Community College and  find out more for yourself about the wonderful opportunities available to you!

Taught by Pat Guadagno

Class meets every Tuesday

9:15am-9:45am- lesson for absolute beginners

9:45am-12pm- open play with mentoring

*No registration required*

Support for the Special Role You Play in Your Grandchild’s Life.  From providing occasional babysitting to raising them as your own, more and more grandparents are actively involved in the day-to-day life of their grandchildren.  Join us at our grandparents support group to learn and share valuable information.

The Atlantic Highlands Library has partnered with the Bayshore Family Success Center, which is part of the Community YMCA.

RSVP is required.  Please contact the Atlantic Highlands Library.  This group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

A young bride joins her new husband’s rich, eccentric family in a time-honored tradition that turns into a lethal game with everyone fighting for survival. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. Starring Samara Weaving, Adam Brody, Mark O’Brien, Henry Czerny, Andie MacDowell, and Melanie Scrofano.

Comedy/Horror/Mystery – 1 hour and 37 minutes

(c)Fox Searchlight Pictures

Want to know how you can volunteer for the U.S. Census?  A representative will be in the library lobby to answer your questions.  

Join us on Tuesdays for an afternoon of knitting and crocheting. All skill levels are welcome

Ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old (With Parent/Caregiver)

Decorate a charming mini-bag that looks like a snowman!  

Space is limited; register for each program in-person, by phone, or online http://bit.ly/HQKids 

A young man with Down syndrome teams up with a scruffy outlaw to travel across the Southeast, encountering colorful characters along the way. Directed by Michael Schwartz, Tyler Nilson. Starring Shia Labeouf, Dakota Johnson, and Zack Gottsagen.

Adventure/Comedy/Drama -  1 hour and 37 minutes

© Lions Gate Films, Inc.

Schoolage Awesome Activity: What a Hat!  It's hat weather time. Wear your favorite headgear, listen to hat stories and make a hat craft. Grades Kindergarten and up. Registration required.

Paws For Reading - Read to a Therapy dog. Grades Kindergarten and up.  Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog.  Bring your favorite book or choose one from our shelves!  Registration required.

A young bride joins her new husband’s rich, eccentric family in a time-honored tradition that turns into a lethal game with everyone fighting for survival. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. Starring Samara Weaving, Adam Brody, Mark O’Brien, Henry Czerny, Andie MacDowell, and Melanie Scrofano.

Comedy/Horror/Mystery – 1 hour and 37 minutes

(c)Fox Searchlight Pictures

Run by Literacy Volunteers of America--Monmouth County Tutors. For adults 18 years and older. No children, please.

Do you want to speak English? Come and join the English conversation classes:

• To listen and practice English.
• Learn language to help you at work, at home, and in the community.
• Meet and speak with others who are learning English.

All classes are free and meet on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.

If you have a question about this class or any Library Program, please call our Reference Librarians at  732-431-7220x7222.

Drop by to visit with a US Census Recruiter and find out more for yourself about open positions, eligibility, work hours and more. 

Information on paying jobs with the 2020 US Census will be available from Government Census Recruiter at Library Headquarters 

on most Wednesdays from 9am til 1pm. Some of these jobs/positions include census takers, recruiting assistants, office staff, and supervisory staff. 

Please note: Library staff can not take information for US Census positions. 

This peer led volunteer support group is for those who are actively looking for work and would like to begin or reinvigorate their job search. Anyone in career transition, recent college grads, laid off workers, unemployed or underemployed professionals, persons reentering the job market, struggling small business owners, and retirees looking for part-time or volunteer work are invited to attend.  Group members assist each other in techniques and suggestions to improve job search, offer support, and help with personal and  professional networking to find a position.  Additional resources are available in the library's Career Information Center and on the Library website. 

One of the main reasons people shy away from exercise is that they don’t know what to do, or how. The simple truth is, many common beliefs about fitness – some of which have made the rounds for years – just aren’t true. Come out for some myth-busting with Beth Helsby, an AFAA certified personal trainer and Monmouth County’s Wellness Program Coordinator.

This program is free, but registration is required. Please feel free to bring a brown bag lunch to enjoy during this talk. 

Registration is required: 732-431-7220x7222

Free program

Get together with others interested in this challenging game.

Game in session when the Library is open.

Join us for an hour of live music by Charlie's Band featuring a variety of musicians, instruments, and song selections from the Great American Songbook as well as some smooth jazz and Latin sounds. Take a mid-week break with us at the library.

A depression-era sport drama about Seabiscuit, and the three men who saw him to victory. Together the three work to help the famed horse to several symbolic victories that helped to inspire a downtrodden 1930’s America. Directed by Gary Ross. Starring Tobey Maguire, Jeff Bridges, Chris Cooper, Elizabeth Banks, and William H. Macy.

Drama/History/Sport - 2 hours and 20 minutes  

© Universal Pictures 

Learn how to remain cozy this winter with some Scandanavian secrets and apple cider! Bring your favorite blanket, your warmest pjs and a notebook to learn new ways to survive winter.

Schoolage Story N Craft: What a Hat!  It's hat weather time! Wear your favorite headgear, listen to hat stories, and make a hat craft. Grades kindergarten and up.  Registration required.

Celebrate by listening to some silly pizza stories! We’ll make a pizza craft and have a warm slice of pizza for all! Space is limited; please register!

Please advise the librarian of any allergies prior to the program!

Paint will race across the page, crystallizing your designs!

Ages 5 and up. Registration is required.

Read about Animals in the Winter. Enjoy an afternoon of LEGO® creativity!

When you experience the loss of a loved one, navigating through the maze of emotion, making ordinary decisions and finding a new rhythm to everyday can be stressful and overwhelming.  These workshops, led by Beth Stamp, support facilitator, may  provide an opportunity to share experiences, feelings and new ideas for moving forward.

Open and free for all to attend.

TWEENS! Learn to Code with Mirobot - Grades 5 - 7

Work in teams to build a small robot and program it using the popular coding language, Scratch, guided by Ashni Kapadia of Project Spark. No programming experience necessary!

Wednesdays, January 15, 22 & 29 and February 5, 12 & 19 from 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Please plan to attend all sessions; bring your own laptop and charger, or request to use one from the library. 

Space is limited.  Register once for all sessions beginning January 1, in-person, by phone or online at  http://bit.ly/HQTweens

Do you want to speak English?  Come and join our English Conversation Classes.  Learn the language to help you at work, at home, and in the community.  Meet and speak with others who are learning English. 

Open to adults 18 years and older, at all levels.

All classes are free and meet on Wednesday evenings, January 8th through April 1st, from 7:00 - 8:30 pm, when the library is open.

Presented in partnership with the Literacy New Jersey - Monmouth County. 

For more information, please contact Literacy New Jersey - Monmouth County at 732-571-0209

Come learn to play bridge! 

9:15 am sessions for beginners, and experienced players start at 10:30 am. 

Taught by Pat Guadagno.

Thanks to the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for their support of this program.

2020 Census Jobs

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of temporary positions across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count.   

Could you use extra income? Jobs for the 2020 Census offer competitive wages that are paid weekly.  Authorized expenses, such as mileage, are reimbursed for employees doing field work.  Temporary positions for the 2020 Census feature flexible hours -- a perfect fit if you are looking to earn extra money, even if you already have other commitments.  

Census results are used to determine your representation in Congress and they help inform how billions of dollars are distributed for hospitals, schools, roads, and more.  Help ensure that everyone in your community is counted in the 2020 Census.  Every 10 years, since 1790, the United States has undertaken the momentous task of counting its population.  This is your chance to play a role. 

Want to know how you can work for the U.S. Census?  A representative will be in the library lobby to answer your questions.  

The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict

A powerful novel based on the incredible true story of the glamour icon and scientist Hedy Lamarr whose groundbreaking invention revolutionized modern communication.

Copies of the book for discussion use are available at the Circulation Desk.

Less by Andrew Sean Greer

In this satirical novel, Arthur Less, a failed novelist, is about to turn 50 when he receives an invitation to the wedding of his boyfriend of the past 9 years. He embarks on a misguided around-the-world literary tour in an attempt to evade heartbreak, but can he really? Winner of the 2017 Pulitzer  Prize, this book was a NY Times Notable Book and a Washington Post Top Ten choice.

Limited number of books available at the Circulation Desk.

Dawn Dayton is a certified yoga teacher who specializes in gentle beginner yoga and believes yoga is for everyone.

Please join us every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month for a morning of relaxation.

Family Craft Time:  Sparkle Snowflakes ----- Ages 2 and up with a parent/caregiver.  No registration required.

Presenter Linda Ely, through seeking the 'science' of organizing, has identified the organizing principles that give you control over the things in your world that you need to keep and want to keep.  She identifies the conflicting principles that frustrate and block success, and gives you the tools to apply the right principle in the right place at the right time.  Linda will shine a light on why your best efforts to get organized and STAY organized sometimes fail; and what you can do about it!

Linda Ely is the owner of Organizing Matters.  She's an Organization Consultant and a member of NAPO the National Association of Professional Organizers.  Linda has been in homes helping clients get organized and take control of papers, time, and the stuff of life for over 20 years; first in Houston Texas, then back home in New Jersey.  She rolls up her sleeves and helps her clients dig out of clutter and restore peace, order and beauty in their homes and offices.  She provides ideas, resources and product recommendations, and referrals that help clients increase productivity and peace of mind. 

Contact: 732-938-2300

Two Men in Black agents fight off a new alien threat and discover a mole in the organization in this sci-fi comedy film. Directed by F. Gary Gray. Starring Tessa Thompson, Chris Hemsworth, Rebecca Ferguson, Liam Neeson, and Emma Thompson.

Action/Adventure/Comedy - 1 hour and 55 minutes

(c)Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc.

In Macedonia, the last native beekeeper relies upon traditional methods to harvest honey deep in the mountains. However, her livelihood is jeopardized when a nomadic farming family attempts to infringe on her beekeeping. Directed by Tamara Kotevska and Ljubomir Stefanov. Starring Hatidze Muratova, Nazife Muratova, and Hussein Sam.

Nominated for the 92nd Academy Awards

Documentary/Drama- 1 hour and 30 minutes

(c) NEON Rated

SHIP is the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) with volunteer counselors to help those with questions regarding Medicare, whether you are a long-time member or just joining.

SHIP Volunteer Counselor's schedule is coordinated through RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Services Program) a division of Family & Children’s Service of Monmouth County. This agency's direct phone number is 732 728 1331.

No appointment is needed at Library Headquarters location, just walk-in for first come, first served information on the first and third Thursdays of each month. 

Spellbinding drama of a dedicated astronomer's quest to make first Contact.  Despite scorn from her colleagues, Dr. Eleanor "Ellie" Arroway devoutly eavesdrops on the universe. And then, one fateful morning, she hears a cryptic signal. As the world's scientists scramble to decode "the message," Ellie must struggle to become Earth's single emissary on a journey beyond theory or experience. From Academy Award-winning director Robert Zemeckis and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Carl Sagan's best-seller comes the story of a visionary scientist's unshakable conviction that somewhere in this boundless universe an intelligence yearns for Contact. Directed by Robert Zemeckis. Starring Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, James Woods, John Hurt, and Tom Skerrit.

Drama/Sci-Fi - 2 hours and 30 minutes

(c) Warner Bros.

An actor and his stunt double struggle to keep pace with the evolving entertainment industry in 1960's Los Angeles. Directed by Quentin Tarantino. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, and Margo Robbie.

Comedy/Drama – 2 hours and 42 minutes

© Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc.

The story follows one Korean family through the generations, beginning in early 1900s Korea with Sunja, the prized daughter of a poor, yet proud family, whose unplanned pregnancy threatens to shame them all. Deserted by her lover, Sunja is saved when a young tubercular minister offers to marry and bring her to Japan. So begins a sweeping saga of an exceptional family in exile from its homeland and caught in the indifferent arc of history.

Come hang out and practice your reading skills with real, trained therapy dogs at the library! Not reading yet? No worries! These dogs love to look at pictures from your favorite book, too! No registration required.

Make a folded paper icicle garland to hang around the house!

All Ages

Come in and join the fun as you free build with LEGO® bricks.

No registration needed.

Celebrate by listening to some silly pizza stories! We’ll make a pizza craft and have a warm slice of pizza! Space is limited; please register!

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a movie? Join us as Monmouth County Tourism Videographer, Julian Garcia, takes us through the steps! For ages 10 and up. 

All ages, genders and skill level are welcome at these enjoyable and instructive meetings. Participants are asked to bring their own needles and an open mind. Coordinated by Sarita Pathak and Camille Scala. (Meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of every month when the library is open.) 

Spellbinding drama of a dedicated astronomer's quest to make first Contact. Despite scorn from her colleagues, Dr. Eleanor "Ellie" Arroway devoutly eavesdrops on the universe. And then, one fateful morning, she hears a cryptic signal.  As the world's scientists scramble to decode "the message," Ellie must struggle to become Earth's single emissary on a journey beyond theory or experience. From Academy Award-winning director Robert Zemeckis and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Carl Sagan's best-seller comes the story of a visionary scientist's unshakable conviction that somewhere in this boundless universe an intelligence yearns for Contact. Directed by Robert Zemeckis. Starring Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, James Woods, John Hurt, and Tom Skerrit.

Drama/Sci-Fi - 2 hours and 30 minutes

(c) Warner Bros.

Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting? Join others who also love to stitch for some conversation and creation. 

Come and play Mah Jongg! Bring your set. Fridays throughout the month.

Start off the New Year with live music and a delightful mix of humor and audience participation!

Enjoy country & western favorites by some of the greats such as Sammy Kaye, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, George Strait, and more! Guaranteed to rekindle fond memories while making new ones; this time together will bring a smile to everyone’s heart!

American cowboy Ronnie Brandt is a singer-songwriter, troubadour, and multi-instrumentalist.

We thank the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for co-sponsoring this concert.

Entrance doors open at 1:00 pm. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis. We request that participants do not hold seats for others. Library staff reserves a number of seats for a limited time.

Free program.

Join us as Daniele Parisi returns for this seven-week series of Restorative Yoga.  These 60-minute sessions are held on Saturday mornings from January 18 through February 29.  Keep yourself feeling well and balanced as we move through the winter months.    

Please wear comfortable clothing that will allow for a good range of motion. It is recommended to bring your own mat.  

Space is limited; Registration is required for each session you plan to attend.  

Thanks to the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for funding this program. 

Learn to play chess  and "Go" Play a game with others, from beginners to champion-level players. 

Meeting room space available most Saturdays when the Library is open.

Please check the Library's online calendar, or call 732-431-7220 x7222. 

PROGRAM RESCHEDULED FROM SATURDAY . January 11,    11:00 AM

Family Fun Saturday: Block Party Fun! Come be creative by building whatever you choose with DUPLO® and LEGO® bricks provided by the library.  Families need only bring thier ideas and imagination.  All ages welcome. Registration required.

Join us as Daniele Parisi returns for this seven-week series of Restorative Yoga.  These 60-minute sessions are held on Saturday mornings from January 18 through February 29.  Keep yourself feeling well and balanced as we move through the winter months.    

Please wear comfortable clothing that will allow for a good range of motion. It is recommended to bring your own mat.  

Space is limited; Registration is required for each session you plan to attend.  

PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER TO ATTEND MORE THAN ONE SESSION PER DAY

Thanks to the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for funding this program. 

Warren Chiasson is a highly regarded musician in the jazz world who has been called "one of the six top vibraphonists of the last half century" by the New York Times. Originally a member of the George Shearing Quintet, he has emerged with his distinctive four-mallet technique that he weaves into a percussive, melodic style.

Warren will present a tribute to Chet Baker, an American Jazz trumpeter and vocalist, who he played with on multiple occasions. 

We thank the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for underwriting the maintenance of our Concert Grand Piano. 

Entrance doors open at 12:30 pm. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis. We request that participants do not hold seats for others. Library staff reserves a number of seats for a limited time.

Free program.

"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter." - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

We urge everyone to spend this MLK Day of Service empowering others and strengthening our community.

Enhanced Early Literacy, Learning Enrichment and Social Engagement with certified, professional, caring Children's Librarian is  

Free at Monmouth County Library!  

NO fees, NO registration, NO card needed! Call  for information. Caregivers need to be in attendance. 

Check out our other programs, which are free, although we may request registration, in order to have ample materials for attendees! 

Monmouth County Library- Atlantic Highlands Branch 

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, special guests and more! 

School Age Program – Grades K and up
Thursdays from 3:15 pm - 3:50 pm
Join us for a variety of activities, including storytime, crafts, special guests and more!

Preschool Program – Ages 3 to 5
Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Join us for a variety of activities, including storytime, crafts and more!

Kids! StoryTime/PlayTime: Free Interactive Stories, Songs and Activities

Enhanced Early Literacy, Learning Enrichment And Social Engagement with certified professional Children’s Librarian. Free at Monmouth County Library! NO fees, NO registration, NO card needed! Call for information. Caregivers need to be in attendance. Check out our other programs, which are free

Baby Storytimes For ages 10 months to 2 years Mondays, December January 6, 13, 27 from 11:00 to 11:30 am

TODDLER STORYTIME - Ages 2 - 3 ½ years. Siblings welcome!  Mondays, January 6, 13,27 from 10:30 to 11:00 am

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME - Ages 3 ½ - 5 years   Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 from 4:15 to 5:00 pm

FAMILY STORYTIME - All Ages  Thursdays, January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 10:30 to 11:00 am

Enhanced Early Literacy, Learning Enrichment and Social Engagement with certified, professional, caring Children's Librarian is  

Free at Monmouth County Library!  

NO fees, NO registration, NO card needed! Call  for information. Caregivers need to be in attendance. 

Check out our other programs, which are free, although we may request registration, in order to have ample materials for attendees! 

Monmouth County Library - Ocean Township Branch 

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, special guests, and more!

Baby Storytimes – Ages 10 months to 2 years (with parent/caregiver)

Mondays, January 6, 13 & 27 from 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Toddler Storytimes – Ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old (with parent/caregiver)
Mondays, January 6, 13 & 27 from 10:30 am - 10:50 am
Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Preschool Storytime & Craft – Ages 3 1/2 to 5 years old
Mondays, January 6, 13 & 27 from 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
 

Enhanced Early Literacy, Learning Enrichment, and Social Engagement with a certified, professional, caring Children's Librarian is  

Free at Monmouth County Library!  NO fees, NO registration, NO card needed! Call  for information. Caregivers need to be in attendance.  

NO PROGRAMS January 1 and 20.

Baby Storytime, Family Storytime, and Preschool Programs

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, special guests, and more! No registration needed! 

Babies, Books and Bubbles - Ages 6-24 months with parent/caregiver  Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00-10:30 am 

Family Storytime - Ages 2 and up with parent/caregiver            Mondays and Wednesdays  from 10:35-11:05 am 

* New* Family Craft Time-  Ages 2 and up (with parent/caregiver) Thursdays- 1:30-2:00 pm

January 9- Paint a Pinecone

January 16- Snowman

January 23- Snowy Day

January 30- Hot Chocolate Mug

Taught by Pat Guadagno

Class meets every Tuesday

9:15am-9:45am- lesson for absolute beginners

9:45am-12pm- open play with mentoring

*No registration required*

Monmouth County Library - Atlantic Highlands Branch 

Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, special guests, and more! 

Baby Storytimes – Ages 10 months to 2 years (With Parent/Caregiver)
Wednesdays from 9:30 am - 10:00 am
For you and your baby to enjoy nursery rhymes, music, finger plays, and playtime!

Toddler Storytimes – Ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old (With Parent/Caregiver)
Wednesdays from 10:30 am - 10:50 am
Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fun!

Family Storytimes – Ages 10 months to 4 years (With Parent/Caregiver)
Wednesdays from 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Join us for stories, songs, playtime, and more!
 

America for Beginners by Leah Franqui

A funny, poignant, and insightful debut novel that explores the complexities of family, immigration, prejudice, and the American Dream through meaningful and unlikely friendships forged in unusual circumstances.  

Join us on Tuesdays for an afternoon of knitting and crocheting. All skill levels are welcome

Five years after her boyfriend's death, a young woman discovers that she is pregnant. She then reaches out to his family as she believes the baby to be his. However, unexpected details begin to surface in the wake of the revelation. Directed by Rowan Athale. Starring Nick Robinson, Amy Ryan, and Greg Kinnear.

Thriller - 1 hour and 36 minutes

© Lions Gate Films, Inc.

Inspired by the fascinating true story described in the widely-read New York Magazine article, “The Hustlers at Scores,” Hustlers follows a group of strippers who band together to turn the tables on their crude and greedy Wall Street clients, many of whom were responsible for the 2008 financial crisis. Directed by Lorene Scafaria. Starring Constance Wu, Jennifer Lopez, Lili Reinhart, Julia Stiles, Keke Palmer, Lizzo, and Cardi B.

Comedy/Crime/Drama – 1 hour and 50 minutes

(c)STX Entertainment

A Secret Service agent is accused of being complicit in an assassination attempt on the President. He struggles to evade his colleagues and the FBI while attempting to uncover the identity of the real perpetrators. Directed by Ric Roman Waugh. Starring Piper Perabo, Gerard Butler, Morgan Freeman, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Lance Reddick.

Action/Adventure - 2 hours and 1 minute  

(c) Lions Gate Films, Inc.

Need some help keeping up with today's technology? The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) will be offering one-on-one tech help the first and third Tuesday of every month. Bring your phone, laptops and tablets. No appointments needed! 

Ages 2 and up

Craft an edible winter icon that can be taken home and shared!      

**Food products will be used; please make the librarian aware of any food allergies your child may have.

*Space is limited; register for each program in-person, by phone, or online http://bit.ly/HQKids

Schoolage Awesome Activity: Welcome Winter!  Share some snowy stories and make a sign to welcome the chilly season.

Grades Kindergarten and up. Registration required.

Set in late 1968 and early 1969, Judy portrays Judy Garland hustling in Swinging London after successfully securing an engagement in Talk of the Town.  Behind the scenes, her tumultuous life continues on, battling with her manager and her ex-husband. Directed by Rupert Goold.  Starring Renée Zellweger, Finn Wittrock and Rufus Sewell.

Drama – 1 hour and 58 minutes 

©Lions Gate Films, Inc.

Run by Literacy Volunteers of America--Monmouth County Tutors. For adults 18 years and older. No children, please.

Do you want to speak English? Come and join the English conversation classes:

• To listen and practice English.
• Learn language to help you at work, at home, and in the community.
• Meet and speak with others who are learning English.

All classes are free and meet on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.

If you have a question about this class or any Library Program, please call our Reference Librarians at  732-431-7220x7222.

Join us for this "Medicare-Made-Clear" presentation. The presenter will go through all of the various options and help you to learn the ABC, and D's, of Medicare.

Presented by Pat Guadagno, a Licensed Insurance Agent in the State of New Jersey, certified to represent United Health Care, Aetna, Horizon of New Jersey, WellCare, Clover, Humana, CVS, and Cigna.  

The Monmouth County Library provides meeting space as a community service.  The Library does not endorse this event, the speaker(s) or the organization.  

Drop by to visit with a US Census Recruiter and find out more for yourself about open positions, eligibility, work hours and more. 

Information on paying jobs with the 2020 US Census will be available from Government Census Recruiter at Library Headquarters 

on most Wednesdays from 9am til 1pm. Some of these jobs/positions include census takers, recruiting assistants, office staff, and supervisory staff. 

Please note: Library staff can not take information for US Census positions. 

A representative from the Surrogate’s office will be at the Library to provide you free and confidential help on probate matters.   

Please schedule an appointment by calling 732-431-7330 ext 7336

This peer led volunteer support group is for those who are actively looking for work and would like to begin or reinvigorate their job search. Anyone in career transition, recent college grads, laid off workers, unemployed or underemployed professionals, persons reentering the job market, struggling small business owners, and retirees looking for part-time or volunteer work are invited to attend.  Group members assist each other in techniques and suggestions to improve job search, offer support, and help with personal and  professional networking to find a position.  Additional resources are available in the library's Career Information Center and on the Library website. 

2020 Census Jobs

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of temporary positions across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count.   

Could you use extra income? Jobs for the 2020 Census offer competitive wages that are paid weekly.  Authorized expenses, such as mileage, are reimbursed for employees doing field work.  Temporary positions for the 2020 Census feature flexible hours -- a perfect fit if you are looking to earn extra money, even if you already have other commitments.  

Census results are used to determine your representation in Congress and they help inform how billions of dollars are distributed for hospitals, schools, roads, and more.  Help ensure that everyone in your community is counted in the 2020 Census.  Every 10 years, since 1790, the United States has undertaken the momentous task of counting its population.  This is your chance to play a role. 

Want to know how you can work for the U.S. Census?  A representative will be in the library lobby to answer your questions.  

Get together with others interested in this challenging game.

Game in session when the Library is open.

America for Beginners by Leah Franqui

A funny, poignant, and insightful debut novel that explores the complexities of family, immigration, prejudice, and the American Dream through meaningful and unlikely friendships forged in unusual circumstances.  

“The Eyes Have It” by Ruskin Bond

A blind man meets an unexpected stranger on a train and discovers they have more in common than originally thought

An editor tries to keep his ace reporter (also his ex-wife) from remarrying in an attempt to win her back. A rewrite of Ben Hecht-Charles MacArthur’s play “The Front Page”. Directed by Howard Hawks. Starring Cary Grant, Rosalind Russell, Gene Lockhart, Helen Mack, and Ralph Bellamy. 

Comedy/Drama/Romance - 1 hour and 32 minutes

© Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc.

Learn the mysteries of fortune telling and the power of the mind with Sam Jackson as she teaches us about enchanted tools like tarot cards and pendulums.

Schoolage Story N Craft: Welcome Winter! Grades Kindergarten and up. Share snowy stories and make a sign to welcome the chilly season.

Registration required.

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to our therapy dog.

Bring your favorite book or choose one from our shelves.

All ages

Registration requested

Please choose ONE session. No registration needed.

Grades K & Up

Session 1 from 4:00 - 4:25 pm

Session 2 from 4:35 - 5:00 pm

Come in and READ a favorite story to a canine friend. 

The dogs will love listening to you! 

Assemble a collection of folded-paper playthings!

Ages 5 and up. Registration is required.

Presented by Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Monmouth County. Ornithology is the scientific name for the study of birds.  Learn about different bird species and their unique body parts. Discover how birds fly.  Listen to bird songs and match them to the correct feathered friend!

TWEENS! Learn to Code with Mirobot - Grades 5 - 7

Work in teams to build a small robot and program it using the popular coding language, Scratch, guided by Ashni Kapadia of Project Spark. No programming experience necessary!

Wednesdays, January 15, 22 & 29 and February 5, 12 &19 from 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Please plan to attend all sessions; bring your own laptop and charger, or request to use one from the library. 

Space is limited.  Register once for all sessions beginning January 1, in-person, by phone or online at  http://bit.ly/HQTweens

Do you want to speak English?  Come and join our English Conversation Classes.  Learn the language to help you at work, at home, and in the community.  Meet and speak with others who are learning English. 

Open to adults 18 years and older, at all levels.

All classes are free and meet on Wednesday evenings, January 8th through April 1st, from 7:00 - 8:30 pm, when the library is open.

Presented in partnership with the Literacy New Jersey - Monmouth County. 

For more information, please contact Literacy New Jersey - Monmouth County at 732-571-0209

Beneath the Scarlet Sky by Mark T. Sullivan

Based on the true story of a forgotten hero, USA Today and #1 Amazon Chart's bestseller is the triumjphant, epic tale of one young man's incredible courage and resilience during one of history's darkest hours.

Copies of the book for book club use are available at the library's circulation desk.
 

Come learn to play bridge! 

9:15 am sessions for beginners, and experienced players start at 10:30 am. 

Taught by Pat Guadagno.

Thanks to the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for their support of this program.

2020 Census Jobs

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of temporary positions across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count.   

Could you use extra income? Jobs for the 2020 Census offer competitive wages that are paid weekly.  Authorized expenses, such as mileage, are reimbursed for employees doing field work.  Temporary positions for the 2020 Census feature flexible hours -- a perfect fit if you are looking to earn extra money, even if you already have other commitments.  

Census results are used to determine your representation in Congress and they help inform how billions of dollars are distributed for hospitals, schools, roads, and more.  Help ensure that everyone in your community is counted in the 2020 Census.  Every 10 years, since 1790, the United States has undertaken the momentous task of counting its population.  This is your chance to play a role. 

Want to know how you can work for the U.S. Census?  A representative will be in the library lobby to answer your questions.  

Tired of paying a lot of money to your cable company and having very little to watch?

If thinking about options to replace the cable package in your home is giving you a headache, or you just want to see the choices available, we are here to help!

This workshop will provide you with options in order to make a decision that’s best for you.  

Presented by Arthur Ehrlich and Joel Iserson.

Free program

Family Craft Time: Paint a Pinecone. Ages 2 and up with parent/caregiver. No registration required.

Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann

In Killers of the Flower Moon, writer and journalist David Grann offers an intimately detailed account of a little-known but devastating chapter in American history: the Osage Reign of Terror, officially recognized as a period of five years from 1921 to 1926 during which upwards of twenty Osage Indians were murdered in cold blood for access to their valuable shares of oil money. The Osage, whose reservation just outside of Pawhuska, Oklahoma, once sat atop one of the largest oil deposits in the country, and whose legal protection under tribal law gave each member of the tribe a headright (a share of the mineral trust), were the wealthiest group of people in the country per capita by the early 1920s.

Created from a combination of Luciano Pavarotti’s performances with never-before-seen footage, the film will give audiences around the world a portrait of the most beloved opera singer of all time. Directed by Ron Howard. Starring Luciano Pavarotti.

Documentary/Biography/Music - 1 hour and 55 minutes

(c)Lions Gate Films, Inc.

The Crawley family prepares for an official royal visit to their family house in Yorkshire in 1927. They experience physical, social, and psychological upheavals as King George V, Queen Mary, and their royal entourage descend upon the eponymous mansion. Directed by Michael Engler. Starring Matthew Goode, Maggie Smith, and Tuppence Middleton.

Drama/Romance- 2 hours and 2 minutes

(c) Focus Features

Tolkien explores the formative years of the renowned author's life as he finds friendship, courage and inspiration among a fellow group of writers and artists at school. Their brotherhood strenghens as they grow up and weather love and loss together, including Tolkien's tumultuous courtship of his beloved Edith Bratt, until the dark outbreak of the First World War which threatens to tear thier fellowship apart.  All of these experineces would later inspire Tolkien to write his famous Middle-Earth novels.  Directed by Dome Karukoski.  Starring Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, and Colm Meaney.

Biography/Drama/War - 1 hour and 52 minutes

© Fox Searchlight Pictures

Civil rights activists march from Selma, Alabama, to Montgomery to secure voting rights for black Americans in this docudrama, which focuses on the actions of Martin Luther King, Jr. Directed by Ava DuVernay. Starring David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson, Cuba Gooding Jr., and Alessandro Nivola. 

A Docudrama to Commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - 2 hours and 8 minutes

(c)Paramount Pictures

Based on the seminal James Ellroy crime novel, L.A. Confidential is a hard-boiled tale of crime and corruption that takes place in 1953 when Los Angeles was being vigorously transformed into the metropolis of the future through the influences of population explosion, civic promotion and the pervasive reach of television. During this heady era, a cast of gritty colorful characters on both sides of the law intersect in a web of corruption and deceit. Three cops, a call girl, a mysterious millionaire, and a tabloid journalist fuel a labyrinthine plot rife with mystery, ambition, romance and humor. Directed by Curtis Hanson. Starring Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, and Kim Basinger. 

Crime/Drama/Mystery - 2 hours and 18 minutes

(c)20th Century Fox

Celebrate Chinese New Year and welcome in the Year of the Rat with a special craft!

School Age Storytime from 3:15 to 3:50 pm

OR

Preschool Storytime from 4:00 to 4:30 pm

Ages 3 and up. Keep fit and build motor skills by doing fun exercises with Gymboree! Registration required; call, stop in, or sign up online http://bit.ly/Oceanport Kids beginning January 9.

Bring the whole family to learn how to play some classic games! There’s a reason they’ve been around for so long.

NOTE: Marbles are choking hazards so we ask that babies be kept off the floor and in a guardian’s arms or in their strollers/car seats for the duration of this program. 

Celebrate the season with a winter story, then make some snow from shaving cream and baking soda. 

NOTE: Please alert the librarian if your child has any allergies. Ages 4 and up

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a movie? Join us as Monmouth County Tourism Videographer, Julian Garcia, takes us through the steps! For ages 10 and up. 

Civil rights activists march from Selma, Alabama, to Montgomery to secure voting rights for black Americans in this docudrama, which focuses on the actions of Martin Luther King, Jr. Directed by Ava DuVernay. Starring David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson, Cuba Gooding Jr., and Alessandro Nivola. 

A Docudrama to Commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - 2 hours and 8 minutes

(c)Paramount Pictures

Based on the seminal James Ellroy crime novel, L.A. Confidential is a hard-boiled tale of crime and corruption that takes place in 1953 when Los Angeles was being vigorously transformed into the metropolis of the future through the influences of population explosion, civic promotion and the pervasive reach of television. During this heady era, a cast of gritty colorful characters on both sides of the law intersect in a web of corruption and deceit. Three cops, a call girl, a mysterious millionaire, and a tabloid journalist fuel a labyrinthine plot rife with mystery, ambition, romance and humor. Directed by Curtis Hanson. Starring Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, and Kim Basinger. 

Crime/Drama/Mystery - 2 hours and 18 minutes

(c)20th Century Fox

Come and play Mah Jongg! Bring your set. Fridays throughout the month.

Join us as Daniele Parisi returns for this seven-week series of Restorative Yoga.  These 60-minute sessions are held on Saturday mornings from January 18 through February 29.  Keep yourself feeling well and balanced as we move through the winter months.    

Please wear comfortable clothing that will allow for a good range of motion. It is recommended to bring your own mat.  

Space is limited; Registration is required for each session you plan to attend.  

Thanks to the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for funding this program. 

To join the program as a student or volunteer as a tutor, please fill out a registration form at the Atlantic Highlands Library front desk. For additional information, you can contact the AH Library at 732-291-1956. Both students and tutors are required to attend an orientation session (date to be announced later) prior to being accepted into the program.

Time commitment: English Conversation Classes will take place in the Atlantic Highlands Library (100 1st Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ) from 10:00 am to 11:30 am on specific Saturdays. The Spring 2020 session will run from January to May. You must register separately for each session and commit to taking part in all 10 classes.

Learn to play chess  and "Go" Play a game with others, from beginners to champion-level players. 

Meeting room space available most Saturdays when the Library is open.

Please check the Library's online calendar, or call 732-431-7220 x7222. 

Family Fun Saturday: Lunar New Year Fun!  All ages welcome. Family will learn about the Lunar Celebration and craft some projects to celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Rat!  Registration is required.

Join us as Daniele Parisi returns for this seven-week series of Restorative Yoga.  These 60-minute sessions are held on Saturday mornings from January 18 through February 29.  Keep yourself feeling well and balanced as we move through the winter months.    

Please wear comfortable clothing that will allow for a good range of motion. It is recommended to bring your own mat.  

Space is limited; Registration is required for each session you plan to attend.  

PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER TO ATTEND MORE THAN ONE SESSION PER DAY

Thanks to the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for funding this program. 

Do what you love!  

Join experienced Knitter Heather Stone for this fun creative activity! She will assist you with learning how to cast on stiches, follow pattern instructions, select the correct yarn and needles for your project, and so much more! Supplies are available for beginners. All skill levels are welcome! 

Jamie Novak Returns to Howell Library with updated tips for the clutter challenges of modern life! If you have too much stuff and not enough time, this program is for you!

Join author and de-cluttering humorist Jamie Novak when she shares her tips for clearing clutter. Jamie has updated and expanded her information, focusing on the clutter challenges of modern life, such as how to clean up digital files and what to do with all the stuff your kids leave behind when they move out. She'll still share her tried-and-true secrets for how to decide what to keep and how to let stuff go (even if you’re a saver). Learn which papers you need to keep, how to sort boxes of photos and recipes, and how to get it all done when you are short on time or motivation.

This year keep your promise to get organized with this brand-new program!

Registration is required. 

Copies of Jamie's updated book "Keep This, Toss That" will be available after the program for purchase and autographs.

Bob Burger and Friends are back to perform the iconic songs of Fleetwood Mac!

The band will include Bob Burger, Lisa Sherman, Jerzy Jung, John Merjave, Jon Rogers, and Joe Bellia.

We thank the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for co-sponsoring this concert and underwriting the maintenance of our Concert Grand Piano.

Entrance doors open at 12:30 pm. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis. We request that participants do not hold seats for others. Library staff reserves a number of seats for a limited time.

Free program

2020 Census Jobs

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of temporary positions across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count.   

Could you use extra income? Jobs for the 2020 Census offer competitive wages that are paid weekly.  Authorized expenses, such as mileage, are reimbursed for employees doing field work.  Temporary positions for the 2020 Census feature flexible hours -- a perfect fit if you are looking to earn extra money, even if you already have other commitments.  

Census results are used to determine your representation in Congress and they help inform how billions of dollars are distributed for hospitals, schools, roads, and more.  Help ensure that everyone in your community is counted in the 2020 Census.  Every 10 years, since 1790, the United States has undertaken the momentous task of counting its population.  This is your chance to play a role. 

Want to know how you can work for the U.S. Census?  A representative will be in the library lobby to answer your questions.  

Come and play Mah-Jongg!

Bring your set. Seating is limited. Rules are posted.

Contact:  732-938-2300

Meets every Monday afternoon that the library is open.  Bring your game and come join us!

Want to play Bridge? Come and join other groups in the meeting room. 

Participants need to know how to play the game and game sets will be provided. 

Please note: This program has been changed from Fizzing Frozen Baking Soda Blocks to Fizzing Baking Soda Rainbows.

Ages 3 - 5 years

Registration required.

The Crawley Family prepares for an official royal visit to their family house in Yorkshire in 1927. They experience physical, social, and psychological upheavals as King George V, Queen Mary, and their royal entourage descend on the eponymous mansion. Directed by Michael Engler. Starring Michelle Dockery, Phyllis Logan, Allen Leech, Maggie Smith, and Tuppence Middleton. 

Drama – 2 hours and 2 minutes

©Focus Features

Please note: This program has been changed from Fizzing Frozen Baking Soda Blocks to Fizzing Baking Soda Rainbows.

Ages 3 - 5 years

Registration required.

Share "Frosty The Snowman" and other cold snow creature books with Pippin, A Cairn Terrier, Penny, a mixed Shih Tzu, and Allie, a Labrador Retriever.

Grades K - 2

Registration required.

Do you have a story to tell? Meet with others who enjoy sharing personal experiences, family histories, and fictional writing. The group will feature gentle suggestions to enhance your writing. Facilitator will be Lois Kiely, published memoir writer and retired professor from Monmouth University. This program is geared toward adults.

Meets on the third Monday of every month.

Python is a programming language that can be used for a variety of applications including web development, game programming, and computer graphics. Python remains one of the fastest growing programming languages and we are excited to continue hosting this series.  

During this session, we will be building on what we’ve learned and taking things to the next level!  

Girls Who Code is a national non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does.  

Must have completed one of the prerequisites to register: 

1. Attended the previous session of Girls Who Code - Python (October 7-28)
2. Read and comprehend the first four chapters of Teach Your Kids to Code: A Parent-Friendly Guide to Python Programming by Bryson Payne
3. Have a basic knowledge and understanding of Python

Registration is required. Please bring along a laptop for the program.

Program Dates: February 3, February 10

For Grades 6-12

Come and play bridge! Monday evenings when the library is open. 

The Crawley Family prepares for an official royal visit to their family house in Yorkshire in 1927. They experience physical, social, and psychological upheavals as King George V, Queen Mary, and their royal entourage descend on the eponymous mansion. Directed by Michael Engler. Starring Michelle Dockery, Phyllis Logan, Allen Leech, Maggie Smith, and Tuppence Middleton. 

Drama – 2 hours and 2 minutes

©Focus Features

Make friends, talk about books, and read and learn in a relaxed community setting.  The Next Chapter Book Club (NCBC) offers an opportunity for adults and teens with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to participate in a weekly book club.  The group meets Mondays at 7:00 pm to read aloud and discuss a book for one hour. Books are provided by the library.

We are also looking for volunteers who would like to help facilitate the meetings.  If interested, please contact Kim Avagliano at the library, 732-683-8980.  

Please register by calling 1-866-941-8188.

Do you want to speak English? Come and join the Beginning English conversation classes:

• To listen and practice English.
• Learn language to help you at work, at home, and in the community.
• Meet and speak with others who are learning English.
• All Classes are free and meet on Monday evenings from 7pm - 8:30 pm

• If you have a question about this class or any Library Program, please call our Reference Librarians at 732 431 7220 x 7222.

Taught by Pat Guadagno

Class meets every Tuesday

9:15am-9:45am- lesson for absolute beginners

9:45am-12pm- open play with mentoring

*No registration required*

Join us on Tuesdays for an afternoon of knitting and crocheting. All skill levels are welcome

An actor and his stunt double struggle to keep pace with the evolving entertainment industry in 1960s Los Angeles. Directed by Quentin Tarantino. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, and Margot Robbie.

Comedy/Drama - 2 hours and 41 minutes.

©Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc.

The Crawley family prepares for an official royal visit to their family house in Yorkshire in 1927. They experience physical, social, and psychological upheavals as King George V, Queen Mary, and their royal entourage descend on the eponymous mansion. Directed by Michael Engler. Starring Matthew Goode, Maggie Smith, and Tuppence Middleton.

Drama/Romance – 2 hours and 2 minutes

©Focus Features

Schoolage Awesome Activity: Snow What??  Penguin fun! Make your penguin waddle after listening to penguin tails and tales!  Grades Kindergarten and up.  Registration required.

Run by Literacy Volunteers of America--Monmouth County Tutors. For adults 18 years and older. No children, please.

Do you want to speak English? Come and join the English conversation classes:

• To listen and practice English.
• Learn language to help you at work, at home, and in the community.
• Meet and speak with others who are learning English.

All classes are free and meet on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.

If you have a question about this class or any Library Program, please call our Reference Librarians at  732 431 7220 x7222.

Drop by to visit with a US Census Recruiter and find out more for yourself about open positions, eligibility, work hours and more. 

Information on paying jobs with the 2020 US Census will be available from Government Census Recruiter at Library Headquarters on most Wednesdays from 9am til 1pm. Some of these jobs/positions include census takers, recruiting assistants, office staff, and supervisory staff. 

Please note: Library staff can not take information for US Census positions. 

A representative from the Surrogate’s office will be at the Library to provide you free and confidential help on probate matters. 

Please schedule an appointment by calling 732-431-7330 ext 7336

This peer led volunteer support group is for those who are actively looking for work and would like to begin or reinvigorate their job search. Anyone in career transition, recent college grads, laid off workers, unemployed or underemployed professionals, persons reentering the job market, struggling small business owners, and retirees looking for part-time or volunteer work are invited to attend.  Group members assist each other in techniques and suggestions to improve job search, offer support, and help with personal and  professional networking to find a position.  Additional resources are available in the library's Career Information Center and on the Library website. 

When an efficiency expert is hired to modernize a TV broadcasting network, the head of the research department begins to worry that her reference staff will  be replaced by a computer. Directed by Walter Lang. Starring Katherine Hepburn, Spencer Tracy, Joan Blondell, Gig Young, Dina Merrill, and Sue Randall.

Comedy/Romance - 1 hour and 43 minutes

© Twentieth Century Fox

Schoolage Story N Craft: Snow What?? Make your penguin waddle after listening to penguin tails and tales!

Grades Kindergarten and up. Registration required.

Listen to David Shannon’s silly classic A Bad Case of the Stripes! We’ll discuss the story and create our own character experiencing an outrageous case of the stripes using construction paper, glue, and paint!

Grades K and Up!

Revisit past projects in this surprise craft event!

*Space is limited; register in-person, by phone, or online http://bit.ly/HQKids

Free-build LEGO® creations after sharing a story!

Ages 5 and up. Registration is required.

For grades K and up. Learn how plants come to life in the Winter. Make a popcorn and cranberry string bird feeder. Registration Required. Presented by Rutgers Monmouth County Master Gardener Sirena Smith.

TWEENS! Learn to Code with Mirobot - Grades 5 - 7

Work in teams to build a small robot and program it using the popular coding language, Scratch, guided by Ashni Kapadia of Project Spark. No programming experience necessary!

Wednesdays, January 15, 22 & 29 and February 5, 12 & 19 from 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Please plan to attend all sessions; bring your own laptop and charger, or request to use one from the library. 

Space is limited.  Register once for all sessions beginning January 1, in-person, by phone or online at  http://bit.ly/HQTweens

Do you want to speak English?  Come and join our English Conversation Classes.  Learn the language to help you at work, at home, and in the community.  Meet and speak with others who are learning English. 

Open to adults 18 years and older, at all levels.

All classes are free and meet on Wednesday evenings, January 8th through April 1st, from 7:00 - 8:30 pm, when the library is open.

Presented in partnership with the Literacy New Jersey - Monmouth County. 

For more information, please contact Literacy New Jersey - Monmouth County at 732-571-0209

Come learn to play bridge! 

9:15 am sessions for beginners, and experienced players start at 10:30 am. 

Taught by Pat Guadagno.

Thanks to the Friends of the Monmouth County Library for their support of this program.