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Calendar of EventsDecember 2011

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

All Library programs are free andopen to the public, but registra-tion may be limited. To avoid dis-appointment, please call thebranch where the program is

offered to register.

All branches of the Ocean CountyLibrary will open at 1pm on

Friday, Decmeber 9th for a StaffIn Service Day

All branches of the Ocean CountyLibrary system will be closed onFriday, Saturday and Sunday,

December 23rd, 24th, and 25th in observance of Christmas Eve

and Christmas Day.

A Adult Program

T Teen Program

CH Children’s Program

C Computer Class

F Family Program

BD Book Discussion

FR Friends Program

ED Exhibits & Displays

REG Please register

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The Ocean County Librarysystem makes every effortto provide access to ourprograms for people withdisabilities. Please call yourlocal branch prior to attend-ing the program for specialneeds arrangements.

A – Business HoursEnglish ConversationsLed by trained volunteers, people justlearning to speak English get thechance to practice and develop self-confidence in a welcoming, informalenvironment. Groups and individual-ized conversations are available.Special times can also be arranged.Please call Peggy at 609-698-3331 toregister or stop by circulation desk.

T, A – By AppointmentTechnology LessonsMake an appointment with Theresafor individual assistance with MicrosoftWord, Internet searching, and more.

F – 12/1, 6:30 pm, ThursdayFamily Movie nightWear your PJ’s and bring a stuffedfriend to snuggle with as you enjoythe all new Winnie-the-Pooh (2011).You are welcome to bring snacks fromhome to enjoy. REG

A – 12/5, 2 pm, MondayMonday MovieZookeeper (2011) PGYou are welcome to bring snacks fromhome to enjoy while you watch themovie. REG

T – 12/7, 7 pm, WednesdayAnime / Manga ClubEnjoy all things manga and animewhile having fun with new friends.Drop-in, Grades 7 - 12.

F - 12/12, 10 am – 4 pm, Monday &12/13, 10 am – 8 pm, TuesdayHoliday ornament and DecorationSwapLooking to swap some holiday deco-rations? Drop your items off and feelfree to take too. Bring items in tip-topcondition. No floor standing trees,please.

A – 12/12, 2 pm, MondayMonday MovieCaptain America: The First Avenger(2011) PG-13You are welcome to bring snacks fromhome to enjoy while you watch themovie. REG

A,F, T - 12/13, 7 pm, TuesdayEric Mintel Quartet performing “ACharlie Brown Christmas.”The quartet has entertained U.S.presidents and performs on Sirius/XMSatellite Radio. Concert will featurethe music of Vince Guaraldi that wasin the quintessential holiday special.REG

F - 12/14, 6:30 pm, WednesdayHoliday Storytime and CraftPresented by Girl Scout Troop 459 forages 2 ½- 8 years. Caregivers welcome! Limited to the first 20registrants. REG

CH, T – 12/15, 6 pm, ThursdayTween Craft: Beaded ornamentsMake handmade ornaments using acollection of colorful beads and basicbeading skills. Ages 10 - 15. REG

A – 12/15, 7 pm, ThursdayAnime / Manga Club 18+Watch anime, make suggestions forlibrary programs, and learn new thingsabout Japanese culture. Drop-in. Ages 18 - 29.

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ED – Month of DecDisplay Case: Ring in the Holidays-Asa very young girl, Mary Baptiste-Walker, was given a little yellow bell.This act started her life-long pursuit ofcollecting precious bells. She hasassembled an assortment of bells rep-resenting many different styles, peri-ods, and materials. Meeting Room: When the MoodStrikes- This year, Harriet Fink hasused her watercolor skills to capturethe ever-changing atmosphere oflandscapes, from serene to stormyand from sparkling to moody.

C – By AppointmentComputer LessonsWe customize your lessons to helpyou with computer tasks. Just call609 693-5133.

CH –12/1, 11 am, ThursdayPreschool Story Time-Ages 3-5, withcaregiver.

FR – 12/5, 7 pm, MondayFriends of the Library Annual TreeLighting FestivalCome and join our tree lighting festivi-ties. This is an evening filled with funand refreshments. Ed Austin, today’sversion of the “One Man Band”, willentertain the entire family. He’ll makeyour ears smile! REG

CH – 12/7, 1 - 4 pm, WednesdayDrop-in CraftMake a Paper Plate Wreath. Suitablefor ages 5 & up. Materials provided.

CH – 12/8, 3:45 pm, ThursdayReading TailsOur Bright and Beautiful Therapydogs love to have you read a goodstory to them. Brighten your chil-dren’s joy of reading by having themread to these patient listeners. Ages 4-12.

A – 12/12, 7 pm, MondayA Christmas Carol

Charles Dickens made a fortune onhis story, A Christmas Carol, by edit-ing it to one hour in length and travel-ing throughout Europe and Americaperforming a one-man reading of hisedited version. Traveling LiteraryTheater has taken Dickens' very ownedited version and is performing itwith 3 actors beautifully clad inVictorian garb. London, Englandstage actor, James Dyne, hosts theproduction and acts as narrator andEbenezer Scrooge. His interpretationis not to be missed. This productionis NOT SUITABLE for small childrenREG

. CH –12/15, 11 am ThursdayPreschool Story TimeAges 3-5, with caregiver.

A – 12/19, 1 - 3 pm, MondayJourney to WellnessDo mental health and substanceabuse issues affect your life?Members from the Journey toWellness Center will be available inour meeting room to provide confiden-tial support with helpful informationand referral services. Just drop-in.

CH – 12/21, 1 - 4 pm, WednesdayDrop-in Craft-WintertimeSuitable for ages 5 & up. Materialsprovided.

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A/FR - 12/2, 1 ‐ 4 pm, Friday Annual Friend’s Holiday openHouse w/ Fred Miller!Luncheon begins @ 1 pm Fred Miller’s Lecture in Song:Young at Heart: Aging Gracefully andSinging About It! Enjoy this musicalroad map; a look back, a look ahead,all of it a pleasure! REG Sponsored bythe Friends of Upper Shores.

CH – 12/8, 10:30 am, ThursdayPreK StorytimeStories, songs and fun for ages 3-5.REG

FR/A - 12/13, TuesdayFriend’s Holiday Bus TripBus leaves library at 10 am/returnsapprox. at 7 pm. The Spirit ofChristmas @ the Tropicana. Lunch atCarmine's (in the Tropicana)$59 Includes Transportation, Lunch,and Theater Ticket. Please Join Usand Support your Friends! Call Teddytoday to reserve: 732-830-3363.**Payment due at time of reservation.Sponsored by the Friends of UpperShores.

CH – 12/14, 10:30am, WednesdayToddler TalesStorytime songs and fun for ages 18-36 months. REG

CH, T – 12/15, 3:30pm, ThursdayMake a Gift Box for Holiday GivingCome in and learn to make an eco-friendly gift box to use this holidayseason. Ages 10 and up. REG

BD - 12/16, 3 pm, FridayMister Pip by Lloyd Jones

A - 12/16, 12/30, 11 am, FridaysSit and Be FitA gentle chair exercise program seriesgeared to seniors or anyone with limit-ed mobility. Beneficial for everyone.

CH – 12/19, 10:30am, MondayHoliday StorytimeStories of the giving season for ages 3-5. REG

CH, T – 12/19, 3:30 – 4:30pm,MondayHoliday Wrap-upBring in your holiday gifts and we’llhelp you wrap them. Ages 6-13

A/F - 12/20, 7 pm, TuesdayTis the Season…Join us for a musical Holly Days jour-ney. Award‐winning piano studentsfrom Creative Journeys Piano Schoolin Toms River bring us sounds andspirit of the season. Add in some jin-gle bells, and sing‐along songs as werelax and enjoy the simple pleasuresof this very special time of the year! Tea, coffee and cookies will beserved. REG

CH, T, F – 12/27, 6:30 pm TuesdayFamily Movie night: The Smurfs

Bring the family and some popcorn tothe library to enjoy The Smurfs on ourbig screen. Rated PG

CH – 12/31, 10:30 am-12 pmSaturdayHappy new Year! Drop-in craftDrop in and make a craft to takehome. Ages 6 and up.

A – 12/16, 2:30 pm, FridayGenealogy on the InternetClimb your family tree and exploregenealogy databases offered by thelibrary including those accessible freeof charge from your home. REG

A – 12/19, 2 pm, MondayMonday MovieThe Help (2011) PG-13You are welcome to bring snacks fromhome to enjoy while you watch themovie. REG

A – 12/20, 2 pm, TuesdayBook DiscussionMennonite in a Little Black Dressby Rhoda JanzenShortly after turning 40, the author’slife falls apart. She returns to herquirky Mennonite family home to gether life together. Faith, love, familyand aging are tackled in this amusingand moving memoir.

T – 12/21, 7 pm, WednesdayTeen Advisory Board (TAB)Participate in community service.Teen’s grades 7 - 12 are welcome toshare ideas and plan programs.

F – 12/22, 7 pm, ThursdayHoliday Choir PerformanceEnjoy a wonderful arrangement of hol-iday music performed by BarnegatHigh School Choir, directed by Ms.Natalie Altonjy. All Ages. REG

A – 12/26, 2 pm, MondayMonday MovieSuper 8 (2011) PG-13You are welcome to bring snacks fromhome to enjoy while you watch themovie. REG

CH, T – 12/27, 3 pm, TuesdayGaming Club: Street Fighter IIPlay this popular XBox game or bringanother XBox favorite from your per-sonal collection! Drop-in. Ages 10 - 18.

CH, T – 12/28, 7 pm, WednesdayPokemon CenterEnter the P.C. to trade Pokemongames and cards, answer trivia, andwatch original episodes. All Ages. Kidsunder 8 should be accompanied by acaregiver. REG

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F – 12/3, 10:30am, SaturdayPG Movie MorningSpy Kids 4: All the Time in the World. REG

F – 12/5, 6 pm, Monday PG -13 Movie night Larry Crowne REG.

CH – 12/6, 11:30 am, TuesdayCounting FUnStory and Craft. Ages 2-8. REG

BD – 12/8, 3:30 pm, ThursdayYouth Book DiscussionHome School and all StudentsWelcome. New members, please callthe branch to REG and get the booktitle. Ages 7-14.

F – 12/12, 6 pm, Monday Winter BingoSponsored by the Tuckerton LibraryAssociation. Prizes include 2 gift bas-kets. Ages 9 and up ONLY! REG

CH – 12/13, 11:30 am, TuesdayWelcome WinterStory and craft. Ages 2-8. REG

A - 12/19, 6 pm, MondayA Christmas CarolThe Traveling Literary Theater willpresent a fully costumed one hourreading of this Charles Dickens clas-sic. London stage actor, James Dynewill host and narrate. This Adult/ TeenProgram and is not suitable for smallchildren. REG

CH – 12/20, 11:30 am, TuesdayGingerbread House Craft Build a candy house. REG

CH – 12/20, 3:30 pm, TuesdayGingerbread House Craft Build a candy house. REG

F – 12/26, 3:30 pm, Monday PG Movie Matinee Kung Fu Panda 2 REG

CH – 12/27, 11:30 am, TuesdayGrandma/ Grandpa and MeStory and craft. GrandparentsWelcome. REG

CH – 12/28, 2 pm, Wednesday G Movie- Winnie the Pooh (2011)with Legos® and Duplos®Build a creation while watching thismovie. REG

F – 12/29, 2 pm, Thursday PG Movie MatineeMr. Popper’s Penguins REG

F – 12 /30, 2 pm, Friday PG - 13 Movie MatineeCaptain America: the 1st AvengerREG

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C – By Appointment OnlyIndividualized Computer Chats

FR - 12/2, 10 am, FridayFriends of the Library MeetingThinking of volunteering your time to aworthy organization?The Friends of the BeachwoodBranch Library provide our branchwith a means to support future pro-grams and improvements. All are wel-come to join the group.

T - 12/5, 7 pm, MondayTeen Advisory (TAB) MeetingFor teens ages 12-17 REG

CH - 12/6, 10 am, Tuesday Mother GooseEarly literacy program. Infants up to 23 months REG

F - 12/10, 10 am-12 pm, SaturdayBeachwood Holiday open HouseThe Beachwood Branch will host anopen house complete with a modeltrain set-up, delectable cookies withhot cocoa and a children’s craft.Make sure you drop in and visit withus for some good cheer! All ages

CH-12/12, 6:30 pm, MondayWinter Magic with the Amazing VCome and enjoy our favorite magicianfor some winter magic fun. Ages 5 and up REG

BD - 12/16, 10:30 am, Friday Saturday by Ian McEwanThis novel follows an ordinary manthrough a Saturday whose high prom-ise gradually turns nightmarish. HenryPerowne-a neurosurgeon, privilegedand deeply in love with his wife andgrown-up children- plans to play agame of squash, visit his mother, andcook dinner for his family. But a minortraffic accident leads to an unsettlingconfrontation, and Perowne must setaside his plans and summon astrength greater than he knew he hadin order to preserve the life that isdear to him. Copies are available atthe branch.

A - 12/16, 10 am, FridayKnit WitsWant to learn to knit or crochet? No registration necessary.

CH - 12/16, 3 pm, FridayWinter Drop-in CraftKids, come make some decorativecrafts. Ages 3 and up (adult supervi-sion for children ages 3-6)

CH - 12/19, 6:30 pm, MondayBedtime with SparksLet’s cuddle up with the lovable librarymascot for some fun bedtime stories.Wear your PJ’s. Ages 3 & up REG

CH - 12/21, 3:45 pm, WednesdayRover’s ReadersCome read to our library dogs, Rustyand Taffy. Ages 5-12 REG

CH - 12/27, 10 am, TuesdayToddler TimeSimple books, puppets, and play.Ages 2-3 years REG

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TUCKERTon609-296-1470

A, T – 12/15, 7 - 8:30 pm, Thursday seventhreetwoJoin us at 7 pm, on the 3rd Thursday(usually), to hear 2 local bands. REG

A - 12/15, 6 - 8:30 pm, Thursday Toms River Gamers ClubMeets on the 1st & 3rd Thursday ofthe month. 3rd week features table-top RPGs, cards & board games. Newmembers welcome. Ages 18-29. REG

A – 12/15, 10 am – 1 pm, ThursdayDoing Business with the GovernmentNJIT’s Defense Procurement Centerhas the how-to and inside tips to helpyour business market to governmentagencies, schools, municipalities, andlarge businesses! Computer Lab. REG

C –12/16, 1:30 – 3 pm, FridayMouse / Basic Computer Skills REG

A – 12/19, 6 - 8:30 pm, MondayJob Seekers Support GroupJoin to learn job resources, share tips,& listen to guest speakers. MarkBoelte of the NJ Dept. of Labor &Workforce Development. REG

A – 12/19, 7 pm, MondayBeat the Holiday Blues withnorman TaylorLive music with NJ’s representative tothe 2011 International BluesChallenge, Norman Taylor. He willentertain you with his strong guitarpicking and resonant voice. REG

T – 12/20, 7 – 8 pm, Tuesday TAB (Teen Advisory Board)Volunteer for the library! Ages 12-18.

C – 12/20, 9:30 – 11 am, TuesdayInternet I REG

C – 12/21, 2 – 3:30pm, WednesdayYahoo Email I REG

A – 12/22, 6 - 7:30pm, ThursdayAnime PlusWatch anime and discuss mangawhile meeting with other new adults.Ages 18-29. REG

A, T – 12/27, 7 – 8 pm, TuesdayGirls' night out CraftEnjoy time together and make a craft.Ages 12-18 with moms, aunts, grandmas, etc. REG

A – 12/28, 6:30 pm, WednesdayDinner & a Movie – African Cats

An epic true story set in one of thewildest places on Earth, it capturesthe real-life love, humor and determi-nation of the majestic kings of thesavanna. Rated G. 89 minutes. Youbring your dinner, we provide the movie.

C – 12/28, 2 – 3:30pm, WednesdayFacebookMouse, keyboard skills and an emailaccount are required. REG

T - 12/29, 1 – 4 pm, ThursdaySAT/ ACT Combo Practice TestThe SAT/ACT Combo Practice Test isdesigned to help students decide whattest, SAT or ACT, is right for them.This practice test is 3.5 hours longand contains sections from bothexams. Students receive feedback, forexample, SAT math section vs. ACTmath section. Results session will beheld in early January. All studentsshould bring pencils and their favoritecalculator. REG

C – 12/30, 2 – 3:30pm, FridayAmerica’s newspapers/America’sobituaries REG

CH, F – 12/31, 10 - 11:30 am or 2:30 – 4 pm, Saturdaynew Year Drop-inChildren with their families welcome.No registration.

FR – 12/1 -12/3, 10 am, Thursday,Friday, SaturdayFriends Holiday FairFind bargains and treasures, gentlyused accessories, and used books atthe Friends of the Berkeley LibraryHoliday Fair.

A, T – 12/5, 2 - 6:45 pm, MondayAmerican Red Cross Blood DriveDuring the holiday season blooddonors are especially needed. Pleaseconsider taking about an hour of yourtime to donate blood.Teens 16-17 may donate with parent’spermission. Appointments are pre-ferred, walk-ins are welcome too.Please call the branch at 732-269-2144 to make an appointment todonate.

A - 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, MondaysThe Yarn DollsKnit or crochet with the Yarn Dolls.This very diverse group meets once aweek. Come meet new people, havea few laughs and brush up on an oldskill. Bring along your unfinished projects.

A – 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27, 6:30 - 8 pm, TuesdaysEnglish Conversation GroupThis is an informal conversation groupfor people who are learning English.Classes meet every Tuesday at 6:30pm. ¡Si usted quiere practicar sus ingles,vengase a la Sucursal de Berkeley!Únase a un grupo de gente que usa

CH – 12/7, 12/21, 10:30 am,WednesdaysCuddle Up for 1s and 2s!Cuddle up with your little one as weshare stories, rhymes, songs, and fin-ger-plays. Ages 12 to 36 months.Class size is limited. REG

BD – 12/9, 1:00 - 3 pm, FridayHotel at the Corner of Bitter and

Sweet by Jamie FordSet in Seattle during WWII, Ford’sdebut novel tells the heart-warmingstory of widower Henry Lee, his father,and his first love Keiko Okabe.

A – 12/10, 1 pm, SaturdayBudgeting . . . it doesn’t alwaysmean sacrificeAre you spending more than you takein? Would you like to get more out ofyour paycheck? Your money can’twork for you if you don’t know where itis. Learn how to budget your moneywithout sacrificing the things youenjoy with Jamie Lyn Justus.

CH – 12/12, 6:30 pm, MondayDale and Amy’s Silly Songs Sing-alongJoin us for an evening of silly songsand music by Dale and Amy Paradise.Ages 4 to 8. Sponsored by theFriends of the Berkeley Branch. REG

CH –12/13, 10:30 am, TuesdayStorytime with Craft Enjoy stories, music, and movement –and make something cool! Ages 3 to5 with an adult. REG

T – 12/13, 6 pm, TuesdaySilent LibraryCompete in teams to see who canstay quiet while completing quick andsilly tasks! Based on the popular MTVshow of the same name. Prizes willbe awarded to the most muted team.Ages 13-18 only.

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CH – 12/15, 4 - 5 pm, Thursday Woof Tales: Read to a DogTake turns reading to our therapydogs. All young readers welcome.REG

CH - 12/15 through 12/30 Make Your own 2012 CalendarDrop-in CraftCome in anytime from December 16ththrough the 30th and make your veryown 2012 calendar. PreK to Grade 6.

CH – 12/19, 4 pm, MondayLEGo ClubWe’ve got the LEGOs®—you bringthe imagination! Display your creationat the library. Ages 6 to 10. Space islimited. Must REG

A – 12/19, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, MondayBerkeley Adult Writers’ Group Writers and poets: are you looking fora friendly, non-judgmental group withwhom you can share your creativeworks? Bring your works to our AdultWriters’ Group. Novice and experienced writers are welcome.

T – 12/20, 7 pm, TuesdayTeen Advisory Board (TAB) MeetingChat with your fellow teens and theteen librarian about the library. This isa great (and fun) way to earn commu-nity service hours, meet other teens inthe neighborhood, and work on pro-grams for your favorite place in town.New members are always welcome.

CH – 12/20, 10:30 am, TuesdayDancing and Bumping the ‘ChuteGet your workout at the library. Joinus for an action-packed session ofdance and parachute activities forchild and parent together. Ages 2 to 4with an adult. REG

T - 12/27, 6 pm, TuesdayTeen Food Fear FactorTired of candy canes and fruitcakes?Join us to test your stomach of steeland sample some truly bizarre andgross foods. Ages 13-18 only. REG,as space will be limited.

T – 12/30, 1 pm, FridayJust Dance offShow off your dance skills in a “JustDance” tournament on the Wii. Prizeswill be awarded to finalists. Ages 13-18 only. REG

A – 12/8, 6:30 pm, Thursday Cyberbullying: What You need ToKnow As A ParentIntended for parents and teachers,Anthony Pierro, Supervising AssistantProsecutor in OC, Juvenile JusticeDivision, will explain & take questionson the new anti-bullying laws in NJ.Detective James Hill, High Tech CrimeUnit Supervisor, OC Prosecutor'sOffice & OC Internet Crimes AgainstChildren Task Force Coordinator, willpresent the film Sticks and Stones,about the dangers & consequences ofcyberbullying. Audience discussionwill follow. Host: Tom Mongelli, ShoreNews Bureau Chief, Millenium RadioNew Jersey. Presented by OC HumanRelations Commission. Cosponsors:the OC Library, the OC Prosecutor'sOffice, Jersey Shore PFLAG, OCCollege Office of Multicultural Services.Refreshments served. Due to the sen-sitive nature of the program, no oneunder 18 will be admitted. REG

C – 12/8, 10 – 11:30 am, ThursdayMouse / Basic Computer Skills REG

A, T - 12/9, 6:30 - 8 pm, Friday Anime nationOur annual night of Anime Fun for ourAnime Fans! Cosplay Runway, Animee-Gallery, interactive entertainment &more! Cosponsors: the OCL AnimeClubs & TRHS North Anime Club.Doors open 6:00pm. Walk-ins only ifspace allows. Ages 12+ REG

A – 12/10, 2 pm, SaturdayBrian Betz Jazz DuoBebop compositions with AmericanStandards played on jazz guitar &bass featuring Brian Betz,a guitarist,composer, & educator. REG

C – 12/10, 9:30 – 11 am, SaturdayMicrosoft Word 2007 I REG

CH, F – 12/10, 10 am – 12 pm,Saturday Holiday drop-inNo registration

FR – 12/12, 7 pm, MondayFriends Meeting The Friends design & manage fundraising activities to support the library.Tech tip: introduction to Facebook, asocial networking website.

T – 12/12, 6:30 – 8 pm, MondayTeen Video Game TournamentGame & console to be announced onthe library web site. Ages 12-18. REG

T – 12/13, 4:30 - 6 pm, Tuesday Teen Anime ClubTrivia, cosplay, new episodes, andmore! Ages 12-18.

BD - 12/13, 7 pm, Tuesday Madonnas of Leningrad by DebraDean

CH – 12/13, 7 pm, TuesdayBetter Watch out!Fun time for children & their families.REG

C – 12/13, 10:30 am -12 pm, TuesdayInternet II REG

C – 12/14, 1:30 – 3 pm, Wednesdayorganize Your Digital Photosonline with PicasaGoogle email account required. REG

A – 12/14, 6 pm, WednesdayDinner & a Movie – Harry Potter

and the Deathly Hallows Part 2

Last episode- the final battle betweengood & evil in the wizard world. RatedPG-13 130 minutes. You bring yourdinner, we provide the movie.

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ED - 12/1-12/31Daniel Hormann/Photography(McConnell Gallery); Neli Gargania/Paintings (Second Floor Gallery.);Winter Holiday by Heidi Dziardziel;Custom Made Jewelry by DaisyDimple; Holiday Trains from OceanCounty Society Of Model Railroaders

C – 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 12/26,2 – 3 pm, MondaysComputer Help Hour - Drop In

A – 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27, 10 am,Tuesdays AND 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28, 10 am,WednesdaysEnglish Conversation GroupAre you new to speaking English?Join the talk about current events andother subjects. New members welcome.

BD, T – 12/1, 3:30 – 5 pm, Thursday Gay-Straight Book ClubDiscuss the book Love Drugged byJames Klise. New members welcome!Ages 14-18.

A - 12/1, 6 - 8:30 pm, ThursdayToms River Gamers ClubGamers Club usually meets on the 1st& 3rd Thursday. 1st week has Wii,PS2 & Xbox, cards and board games.New members welcome. Ages 18-29.REG

CH – 12/2, 10:30 am, FridayCookie CapersLots of cookie fun, stories and activities. REG

C – 12/2, 1:30 – 3 pm, FridayUniversal Class onlineMouse & keyboard skills required &you must have an email address.Universal Class holds online classeswith real teachers, assignments, testsand required essays on 500 topics.REG

C – 12/3, 9:30 - 11 am, SaturdayInternet II REG

C – 12/5, 7 – 8 pm, MondayFree Test Prep ResourcesHave an upcoming SAT, ACT, AP,GED, or ASVAB test? Our 24/7 onlineresources allow practice taking sam-ple tests. Work on math/reading/ writ-ing skills. Take practice exams forcareers in Corrections, Firefighting,Law Enforcement & more. Resourcesare free; access from home, school orthe library. Teens, parents, educatorswelcome. REG

CH – 12/5, 10:30 am, MondayCreate With MeAges 4-7. REG

BD, A – 12/6, 7 – 8 pm, Tuesday Forever Young: YA Book Club forAdultsNo longer a teen but still love readingyoung adult literature? Come discussYA books with “Young at Heart” adults.This first informal meeting is held inthe Bishop Building adjacent to themain library. Ages 18+ REG

C – 12/6, 9:30 – 11 am, TuesdayIntroduction to Scanning Photosand Documents REG

A - 12/8 2 pm, ThursdayThe Historic St nicholas – a program for adultsFrans Schneefals shares informationabout the history and legends. REG

BD - 12/1, 10 am, ThursdayOlive Kitteridge

by Elizabeth Strout

CH - 12/1, 6:30 pm, ThursdayDear Santa LettersChildren & Families - It’s never tooearly to start thinking about whatyou’d like Santa to bring you forChristmas. We’ll provide you with afabulous “dear Santa” form letter andyou just fill in how good you’ve beenthis year and the 10 things you’d like.REG

BD - 12/2, 2 pm, FridayLace Reader

by Brunonia Barry

CH - 12/6, 4 pm, TuesdayHoliday Decorating DayChildren & Families - Drop by thelibrary and make some festiveChristmas, Kwanzaa & Hanukkahdecorations. We’ll use your creationsto decorate the library for the holidays.REG

A - 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27, 7 pm,TuesdaysEnglish Conversation GroupA weekly informal conversation groupfor people who are learning English,led by trained volunteers

FR - 12/7, 11 am, WednesdayFriends MeetingAll are welcome!

CH - 12/8, 12/15, 12/29, 9:30 am,Thursdayopen Playdate @ Brick LibraryAges 0-5 - Come & play with our fun& educational toys. You may makesome new friends in your library play-dates. Drop-in.

T - 12/8, 6:30 - 8 pm, ThursdayTeen Advisory Board MeetingDo you love your library? Want toearn community service hours whilehaving fun? Join our Teen AdvisoryBoard and give input into what youwant out of your library! New mem-bers always welcome. Ages 13-8 onlyplease.

A - 12/13, 2 pm, TuesdayVictorian Parlor Games

Presented by Judith Krall-Russo,Food HistorianThe Victorians loved to entertain, andthe best way to entertain was to playgames. In the 19th century, beforeelectronics changed our habits, peo-ple gathered in homes for entertain-ment and played parlor or boardgames for recreation. The host orhostess might plan seven or eightgames to be played throughout theevening with perhaps a light refresh-ment between games. Learn someold-fashioned games such as,Lookabout, Change Seats! and Passthe Slipper. Be prepared to play andhave fun! REG

Sponsored by the Friends of the BrickLibrary

CH - 12/14, 4:30 pm, WednesdaySpecial needs StorytimeAll ages welcome- Stories & fun withMs. Wendy Froio. REG

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CH - 12/15, 6:30 pm, ThursdayMother Daughter Craft ClubAges 10 & Up- We’ll celebrate the hol-idays be making a fabulous & tastycandy chandelier. This chandeliermay not shed any light but I promise itwill be downright yummy. REG

T - 12/15, 6:30 - 8 pm, ThursdayCreative Writing Workshop withCara WaltersDo you love to write? Cara Walters, acreative writing professional will helpyou get your thoughts on paper.Please bring examples of your writingand your favorite pen! Ages 13-18only please. REG

CH - 12/16, 1 pm, FridayMulti-Age StorytimeAges 0-6 - Enjoy some stories in ourcozy library. Drop-in.

T - 12/17, 2 - 4 pm, SaturdayTeen Afternoon at the MoviesAre movie ticket prices getting youdown? Enjoy a movie afternoon withyour friends. We provide the movie(not rated more than PG-13) and youbring your own snacks. Ages 13-18years only please. REG

A - 12/19, 2 pm, MondayKnitting Around ClubLearn from scratch, refresh skills or trysome new techniques. Bring a skeinof worsted yarn and a pair of 7, 8 or10 needles, or a project you are working on. Crocheters welcome!

CH - 12/20, 4 pm, Tuesdaynintendo DS ClubAges 6 & Up- Do you love your DS &playing your games with others?Bring your DS & your games to thelibrary & we’ll have fun sharing &gaming! REG

A - 12/21, 5:30 pm, WednesdayAn Evening of ChessAre you the next Bobby Fischer?! Or,on the other hand, do you just enjoyplaying a friendly game of chess fromtime to time?! Either way, pleasecome join us this December for anevening of chess where all will have achance to play a game or two andlearn a thing or two! The night is guar-anteed to be a fun event for the mostcompetitive and the most dedicated!REG

CH - 12/22, 6:30 pm, ThursdayDecorate a Gingerbread ManChildren & Families -What would theholidays be without the ritual of deco-rating cookies? We’ll decorate bothgingerbread men & ladies with someyummy treats. This will be the tastiestprogram of the year! REG

CH - 12/28, 2 pm WednesdayMr. Scott Musical CelebrationChildren & Families - Enjoy our end ofyear musical celebration. Warm upyour winter vacation with some joyfulmusic & fun. REG

CH - 12/30, 2:30 pm, FridayRead to the DogsAges 6 & up- Read a story to the ther-apy dogs. Sam, Trooper, Brie &Chance love to hear stories. REG

F- 12/12, 7 – 8:30 pm, MondayFamily Game night: KBitzLearn to play KBitz, a fun and chal-lenging game for the whole family.Meet the creator of the game andenjoy an evening of talking, laughingand block-stacking. Open to ages 8and up. REG

C - 12/13, 10:30 am, TuesdayInternet Basics Learn to navigate the Internet.Students need mouse skills.Registration begins two weeks beforeclass date.

BD - 12/13, 1 pm, TuesdayTuesday Afternoon Book DiscussionThe girls from Ames: a story ofwomen and a forty-year friendship byJeffrey Zaslow. Please pick up a copyat the Circulation Desk.

BD - 12/14, 1 pm, WednesdayWednesday Book DiscussionCurious Incident of the Dog by MarkHaddon. Please pick up a copy at theCirculation Desk.

C - 12/15, 10:30 am, ThursdayMicrosoft Excel 2007 BasicsLearn the basics of the Excel spread-sheet program. Students need mouseskills and knowledge of MicrosoftWindows. Registration begins twoweeks before class date.

CH - 12/15, 4 pm, ThursdayHoliday Fun TimeChristmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaastories, games, and crafts. Ages 5and up. REG

C - 12/16, 1:30 pm, FridayE-Bay BasicsLearn the basics of buying and sellingon E-Bay. Students need mouse andInternet skills. Registration begins twoweeks before class date.

F - 12/17, 2 – 4 pm, SaturdayFamily Movie: Cars 2

The road to a race car championshipgets complicated by international espi-onage. Rated G. NO REG.

C - 12/19, 1:30 pm, MondayBeyond the BasicsLearn advanced Internet searchingtechniques. Students need mouse andInternet skills. Registration begins twoweeks before class date.

T - 12/19, 7 – 8:30 pm, MondayAnime and Manga ClubDiscuss old favorites and new releas-es! Bring in fan art, plan cosplay out-fits, watch anime, and connect withother otaku. Ages 12-18. NO REG.

A - 12/21, 1 – 2:30pm, WednesdayCreative Writing Group withMargueriteIf you love to write fiction, poetry,screenplays, etc., this is a chance tomeet others with the same passion.REG

T - 12/21, 6 – 8 pm, WednesdayGamer’s ZoneCard games, board games, videogames….bring your own or check outwhat we’ve got! No mature-ratedgames, please. ]Open to teens ages13-18. NO REG.

T - 12/28, 3:30 – 4:30pm, WednesdayWriter’s GuildAttention, young writers. Come honeyour craft at the library. Write andshare with other like-minded individu-als. Open to teens ages 12 -18. NO REG.

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F - 12/1, 1 – 3 pm, ThursdayString of Purls–Knit/Crochet GroupWant to knit, crochet, etc? Join ourgroup to learn, or bring your projectwith you. NO REG.

T - 12/1, 6 pm, ThursdayTeen Advisory Board Meeting The Teen Advisory Board needs yourhelp. Join your peers to discuss ideasand plan programs for teens at yourlibrary. Grades 7 -12.

A - 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 12/30, 1 – 3:30 pm, Fridays Mah JonggPlease bring game sets and the cur-rent card. REG

F - 12/3, 10 am – 12 pm, SaturdayWinter FestivalThe Teen Advisory Board is hosting afestival for children ages 3-6. Makesnowflakes, play freeze dance, andhave your face painted. There will besnacks. REG space is limited.

CH - 12/5, 9:30 OR 10:30 am,Monday Toddler TimeStories, songs and fingerplays forages 19-36 months old, with caregiv-er. This is the last date of the series.

A - 12/5, 7 – 8 pm, MondayIntroduction to BirdingLearn the basics of bird identification,how to use binoculars and bird identi-fication guides from the SouthernOcean Birding Group. REG

CH - 12/6 &12/13, 10 am, TuesdayPreschool Story TimeAges 3-6 with caregiver. REG

A - 12/ 7 & 12/8, 9 am – 9 pm,Wednesday & Thursday Decoration SwapBring your gently-used Holiday deco-rations in and swap them for some-thing more to your liking. Decorationscan be dropped off beginning Monday,Dec. 5th.

C - 12/7, 10:30 am, WednesdayMouse Basics Learn the very basics of using amouse. Registration begins two weeksbefore class date.

T - 12/8, 5 – 6 pm, ThursdayTeen Fiction CafeWhere do you find your stories?Teens ages 12-18 are invited to dis-cuss their favorite fiction books,movies, TV shows, and video gameswhile enjoying tea and hot chocolate.NO REG.

A - 12/8, 7 pm, ThursdayDVD Discussion GroupGroup is limited to 10 participants whocan pick up specially reserved DVDsof the film one week before the dis-cussion to watch on their own. SeeCirculation Staff for DVD and registration.

CH - 12/10, 10 am, SaturdayLayla the Malamute: Read to a DogStop in and read to a non-judgmentalaffectionate dog-listener, for thoseneeding reading practice. NO REG.

A - 12/10, 2 pm, SaturdayFeature Film: Super 8

After witnessing a mysterious traincrash, a group of friends noticestrange happenings in their town.Rated PG-13. NO REG.

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CH – 12/5, 6:30 pm, Monday Family StorytimeChildren of all ages are invited for win-ter stories and a craft. REG all childrenwho will attend.

CH – 12/7, 10:30 am, WednesdayPreschool StorytimeJoin us for stories and a fun craft forages 3½-5. REG

CH - 12/12, 6:30 pm, MondayGingerbread House ProgramCome listen to gingerbread storiesand then decorate your very own (gra-ham cracker) gingerbread house.Ages 5-12. REG

FR - 12/13, 11 am, TuesdayFriends of the Island HeightsLibrary Book DiscussionNew members welcome- stop by thelibrary to pick up a copy of The OtherBoleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory andjoin us.

CH – 12/14, 10:30 am, Wednesday Preschool StorytimeJoin us for stories and a fun craft forages 3½-5. REG

CH - 12/19, 1:30 pm, MondayLego ClubWe’ll supply the Lego bricks for imagi-native free play. Ages 3½-8. REG

FR – 12/26, 7 pm, MondayFriends of the Island HeightsLibrary MeetingThe Friends of the Island HeightsLibrary welcome new members. Joinus!

F – 12/10, 10 am, SaturdayWinter Family CraftWinter is the perfect time for pen-guins. Bring the whole family and cre-ate your very own soda pop penguinto decorate your igloo and keep yoursnowmen company. REG

C – 12/12, 10 am, MondayComputer BasicsStudents will be introduced to thebasics of computer hardware and soft-ware, keyboard functions, and theWindows operating system. REG

A – 12/12, 7 pm, MondayJersey Shore Science Fiction ClubShare your love of this genre with oth-ers who feel the same way!

CH – 12/13, 11 am, TuesdayHoliday Stories and Craft Come listen to stories and make acraft to celebrate the winter holidays.Ages 3-5. REG

T – 12/13, 3:30 pm, TuesdayBoard Game AfternoonBring your friends, hang out, and playsome classic board games likeMonopoly, Sorry, Connect Four andothers. Grades 6-12.

A, T – 12/14, 2 -7 pm, WednesdayRed Cross Blood DriveEvery minute of every day, someoneneeds blood from a volunteer donor.Help change a person’s life for thebetter. To make an appoint, pleasecall the branch at 732-295-155.

A – 12/15, 10 am - 2 pm, ThursdayoC Connections VanExplore the resources in the OCConnections Van.

T – 12/15, 3:30 pm, ThursdayTeen Sewing ClubCreate a simple sewing project. Allmaterials supplied, open to all skilllevels. Grades 6-12. REG

A – 12/15, 6:30pm, ThursdayDinner & a MovieSuper 8; Rated PG-13. In the summerof 1979, a group of friends in a smallOhio town witness a catastrophic traincrash while making a Super 8 movieand soon suspect that it was not anaccident. Bring your dinner and thelibrary will provide dessert! REG

F – 12/17, 2 pm, SaturdayEric Mintel Quartet Holiday ConcertGet into the spirit of the season withthe Eric Mintel Quartet as they per-form pieces from A Charlie BrownChristmas. Composer Vince Guaraldiwrote the music for the classic holidaytelevision special, which debuted in1965 and has run every year since.REG

CH – 12/19, 6:30 pm, MondayLEGo® Fun nightHave fun building with the library’sLEGO® blocks! Ages 6-12. REG

T – 12/21, 3:30 pm, WednesdayTeen Advisory BoardJoin TAB and get involved at yourlibrary while having fun and earning volunteer hours. Grades 6-12.

T – 12/22, 3:30 pm, ThursdayHoliday Craft SmorgasbordCome in to make a variety of quickand easy holiday crafts to use as dec-orations or as the perfect homemadegift! Grades 6-12. REG

T – 12/27, 2 pm, Tuesdaynintendo Wii Free PlayEnjoy some free time on the library’sWii. Grades 6-12. REG

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ED – DecemberMiniature holiday vignettes by theJersey Shore Miniature Club are inour exhibit case and pen & ink illus-trations by Joel Gahr are on displayin our meeting room.

A – 12/1, 6:30 pm, ThursdayThe Priceless Gift: HandmadePhoto Memory BookTurn your photos into a priceless,unique gift. In this fun workshop you’llmake a personalized paper mini-photomemory book. Paper albums are alightning-fast way to show off justwhat’s on your mind. Ann Erbe ofCreative Memories will help you per-sonalize with stickers and the journal-ing that tells the story. Please bring 12to 24 printed photos with you to theworkshop. REG

F – 12/1, 12/15, 12/29, 7 pm,ThursdaysChess ClubDrop in to play chess and have fun.All ages and skill levels are welcome.

A – 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 12/30, 1- 3 pm,FridaysGames for AdultsBring a friend and have fun playing avariety of board games.

FR – 12/3, 1 pm, SaturdayArtist ReceptionDrop in between 1-3pm to meet JoelGahr and enjoy his artwork display.Light refreshments will be served. Thisevent is sponsored by the Friends ofthe Pt. Pleasant Library.

C – 12/5, 10 am, MondayComputer Skills Self-TutorialWork at your own pace on the library’slaptops and use self-instructed onlinetutorials to practice mouse & keyboardskills as well as more in-depth tutori-als on Microsoft Office. Please bring apair of headphones from home. REG

CH – 12/7, 4 pm, WednesdayRead to the DogsNovice readers can tell stories to ourcuddly canines from Bright & BeautifulTherapy Dogs.

A - 12/7, 12/21, 7 pm, WednesdayClose Knit CrewMake friends and work on your knit-ting and crocheting projects. Newmembers and all skill levels are welcome.

A – 12/7, 7 pm, WednesdayRefereeing the Holiday FrenzyFeeling stressed and fatigued by thehustle and bustle of the holidays?Take a “time-out” with health & well-ness coach Kerry Holzschuh as sheshares with you easy to implementtips you can use to relax and enjoythe company of your loved ones,including stress relief activities andtime-management tools. REG

BD – 12/8, 7 pm, ThursdayJulie and Romeo

Join members of JSQspot’s book clubas they discuss Jeanne Ray’s book.New members welcome. REG

A – 12/8, 12/22, 7:30pm, ThursdayAdult Writers GroupExplore your writing skills in a fun,informal setting.

ED – December DisplaysMeeting Room – Art Show by JackFisher Foyer Case – Seasonal Display byNicholas Haros Stairway Area Display Cases -Dollhouse Room Boxes courtesy ofWally Kowalak Children’s Area Walls— JacksonSchools Student Artwork

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CH – 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 10 am, ThursdaysRhythm & Rhyme Time SeriesMovement and music for ages 9months to 30 months with parent orcaregiver. Required REG begins 11/ 15.

A – 12/1, 12/22, 6:30 pm, ThursdaysWriters GroupFor all writers published or not, whowould like to share their work. Visit theweb site for more information.www.jacksonwritersgroup.com

T – 12/3, Time TBA, SaturdayLearn to Speak Robot. Presentedby RobodysseyAge 10 – 18. You will learn to speakthe language (syntzx) and how tomake robots understand what youmean (semantics) to solve Bot's Bluffmaze challenge. Have fun buildingwith our presenter’s collection of robotmaterials and hardware. REG

CH – 12/3, 2 – 4 pm, SaturdayWinter FunAges 3 – 6 years. Drop in forWintertime Fun Activities. Teens fromthe Jackson Liberty High SchoolNational Honor Society will share sto-ries, games and crafts with kids. Noregistration.

A – 12/5, 12/19, 6:30 pm, MondaysKnit-Chat-ChainDo you knit or crochet? Join our vol-unteer group. Beginners to advancedare welcome.

A – 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 7 pm, MondaysEnglish Conversation GroupAn informal conversation group forpeople who are learning English.Classes meet every Monday.

BD – 12/6, 7 pm, TuesdayInfidel by Ayaan Hirsi Ali

A – 12/8, 2 pm, ThursdayAfternoon MovieEight Below Members of an Antarcticexpedition are forced to leave behindtheir sled dogs due to a sudden acci-dent. The leader vows to return to rescue the brave canines. (PG) REG

CH - 12/8, 7 pm, ThursdayKid’s Fun nightGrades 4 and up. Enjoy games,Legos, origami, and more! RequiredREG begins November 22.

CH - 12/10, 10 am, Saturday“Holiday Extravaganza” with MarkZachariaAges 4 and up. Celebrate the diversityof the holiday season with the magicof Mark! Be prepared to be amazedand laugh A LOT! Required REG

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A – 12/10, 2 pm, SaturdayEnneagrams with EleanorLearn more about the enneagram, amethod for self-understanding andself-development. REG

BD – 12/13, 1 pm, TuesdayThe Assistant by Bernard Malamud

T – 12/13, 7 pm, TuesdayChess nightGrade 5 – 12. Come to the library forthis monthly opportunity to play theclassic strategy board game. REG

CH – 12/13, 7 pm, Tuesday Be AwareGr. 3 – 6, and parents. JacksonMemorial Air Force Junior ROTCAwareness Presentation Team willprovide a fun-filled and educationalevening for you and your children onAnti-bullying. REG

A - 12/14, 11 am, WednesdayCharting a new Course:Employment TransitionTwo financial representatives will beon hand to identify financial areas thatneed to be addressed before, duringand after switching jobs.

FR – 12/15, 7 pm, ThursdayFriends MeetingAll are welcome to attend.

T – 12/20, 7 pm, TuesdayTeen Advisory BoardAges 12-17. Looking for a fun way toparticipate in community service? Jointhe Teen Advisory Board. Share ideason library programs for and by teens,displays, and to suggest new items forpurchase. REG

T – 12/27, 7 pm, TuesdayTeen Volunteer nightGrade 6 – 12. Serve your communityand earn volunteer hours by helpingout at the library. REG

CH – 12/27, 7 pm, TuesdayWinter Time Drop-in CraftAge 3 to Grade 3. Celebrate the sea-son of winter. Complete some fun andeasy crafts with help from teen volunteers. No registration.

CH - 12/28, 10:30am, Wednesday“More Macaroni Anne Cheeze,Please!”SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OFTHE JACKSON LIBRARY. Enjoy ourannual holiday celebration withMacaroni Anne Cheeze! Clowning,face painting, and more. RequiredREG begins Dec. 8.

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A – 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27, 6 pm,Tuesdays English Conversation GroupAre you new to English as a lan-guage? Come practice your conversa-tion skills in a relaxed and informalsetting. Classes meet every Tuesdayat 6pm. REG

CH - 12/1, 10:45 am, ThursdayHoliday CandlesKids, help decorate your house for theholiday. Make a holiday candle out ofrecycled materials. Ages 2 – 5. REG

CH - 12/7, 10:45 am, WednesdayMake Your own “Gingerbread”HouseJoin the fun and build your own “gin-gerbread” house out of graham crack-ers and other yummy treats. Ages 5 &under. Sponsored by the PointPleasant Beach Friends of the Library.REG

T - 12/10, 10:45 am, SaturdayTis’ the TreesWe will be creating eco-friendly holi-day decorations from recycled maga-zines and newspapers. Ages 13 - 18.REG

A – 12/13, 6:30 pm, Tuesday Recycled Sweater Holiday Wreathsand TreesJoin us as we repurpose woolsweaters to make festive holiday cen-terpieces. Ages 18 & up. Sponsoredby the Point Pleasant Beach Friendsof the Library. REG

FR – 12/13, 7 pm, TuesdayPoint Pleasant Beach Friend’sMeetingThe Friends of the Point PleasantBeach Library are an essential linkbetween the library and the public. Weplan programs and fundraisers forspecific library needs. New membersare always welcome, please join us.

A – 12/13, 7 pm, Tuesday Stitch at the Beach

Bring along your needles and yarnand join our monthly knitting group.All skill levels welcome. REG

CH - 12/15, 10:45 am, ThursdayReindeer Gift BagsLearn how to make an adorable rein-deer gift bag, just the right size forsmall treasures. Ages 2 - 5. REG

BD – 12/20, 7 pm, TuesdayThe Guernsey Literary and Potato

Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer

CH - 12/22, 10:45 am, ThursdayBouncing BabiesCaregivers and their little ones areinvited for stories, songs, and finger-plays. Ages 6 - 24 months. REG

ED – Meeting Room Art DisplayArtists: Mona Kirk & June Coles

ED – Curio Display “It’s a Red, White and BlueChristmas” by Elizabeth Hahner

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T – 12/1, 2:30 pm, ThursdayTeen Writing ClubAll teen authors in grades 7 - 12 areinvited to learn useful tips, talk aboutwriting, critique and share their work.

CH – 12/2, 12/16, 10:30 am, Fridays Preschool StorytimeChildren ages 3-5 can join MissMelissa for stories and a craft. REG

CH, T, A – 12/5, 1:30 pm, MondayCrochet ClubCome out to the library to learn a newcraft, improve your technique, orshare your gift with others! Pleasebring worsted weight yarn and an H orI or J hook. All ages welcome.

A – 12/7, 6-7 pm, WednesdayBook Discussion for AdultsWe will be discussing Loving Frank,by Nancy Horan. New members wel-come! Upcoming Titles:January – Heir to the GlimmeringWorld, by Cynthia OzickFebruary – Pride & Prejudice, by JaneAustenMarch – Namesake, by Jhumpa LahiriApril – Half-Broke Horses, JeannetteWalls

CH – 12/12, 4 pm, MondayLego ClubCome to the library for some Lego funtime! REG

CH - 12/13, 12/20, 10:30 am,Tuesdays Toddle on overToddlers ages 18-36 months and theircaregivers are welcome to join MissMelissa for stories, songs, and play.REG

A – 12/14, 7:00 pm, WednesdayTraveling Literary Theater presentsA Christmas CarolEnjoy Charles Dickens' very own edit-ed version of this classic story per-formed by three actors beautifully cladin Victorian garb! *Please note: Thisproduction is NOT SUITABLE forsmall children. REG

T – 12/15, 2:30 - 4:30 pm, ThursdayTeen Craft ClubTeens in grades 7 - 12 come in afterschool and work on some cool crafts.REG

CH – 12/16, 1:30 pm, FridayAmerican Girl Club: Kit’s SurpriseJoin us as we discuss this month’sselection, Kit’s Surprise. Then, enjoy acraft or activity to enhance the experi-ence. Open to 1st - 6th grade home-schoolers.

CH – 12/17, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm,SaturdayMake a Gingerbread HouseConstruct and decorate a gingerbreadhouse for the holidays with our TeenAdvisory Board (TAB). Ages 4-10.REG

F – 12/19, 4 pm, MondayHoliday Movie: It’s a Wonderful Life

The holiday season is not completewithout a viewing of this family classic,Refreshments provided by the Friendsof the Plumsted Branch. Rated G.REG

CH – 12/22, 4:00 pm, ThursdaySpecial Holiday StoytimeChildren ages 3-8 are welcome to joinMiss Melissa for holiday stories and acraft. We will also enjoy some holidayrefreshments provided by the Friendsof the Plumsted Branch! REG

ED – 12/1 – 12/31Ocean County Arts High SchoolStudents’ Artwork – Mixed MediaMeeting Room Display: Snowpeople- Courtesy of Angie Conti.

C – 12/1 – 12/31Individualized Computer InstructionIndividualized computer instructionavailable by appointment only.Learn the computer, from the mouseto the Internet & everything inbetween. All are welcome.

C – 12/1 – 12/31Individualized Genealogy ClassIndividualized sessions with DawnHeyson to guide or assist yourgenealogical research. Available byappointment only. Please call 609-693-8566.

A – 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/29, 1-3:30 pm, ThursdayMah Jong MavensCome play Mah Jong. All knowledgelevels welcome. Please join us.

T - 12/1, 6:30 pm, ThursdayTeen Movie nightCome to the library to watch a moviewith your friends. Movie will beannounced the week of the showing.Refreshments provided by the Friendsof the Lacey Library. Ages 13-18.

A – 12/3, 9:30 am, SaturdayKnitting GroupCome join in. Bring your yarn andneedles and make some new friendswhile you knit. All skill levels welcome.

CH – 12/5, 12/12, 10 am, MondaysPreschool Story TimeCome hear some stories, sing somesongs, and have some fun. Ages 4-5with adult caregiver. REG

CH – 12/6, 12/13, 10 am, TuesdaysToddler TimeToddle on over for stories, rhymes andsongs. Ages 2-3 with adult caregiver.REG

CH – 12/7, 10 am, WednesdayBaby Bounce, Sing AlongShare special time with your little one.Enjoy songs and rhymes. For babiesnot yet walking, with caregiver. REG

CH - 12/7, 3 – 5 pm, WednesdayLego ManiaWe’ve got the Legos. You bring yourimagination. Ages 6-12. Drop in.

T - 12/8, 7 pm, ThursdayTeen Advisory Board MeetingTeens are invited to join our TeenAdvisory Board and help with libraryprogramming by sharing their opinionsand planning programs. Come for themeeting and stay for the craft.

T - 12/8, 7:30pm, ThursdayTeens Get Crafty: Marble MagnetsBack by popular demand. Join us tocreate unique and personalized holi-day gifts—or keep them all for your-self. We’ll have all the supplies you’llneed, but feel free to bring in yourown magazines to use for images. Forteens ages 13-18.

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F – 12/10, 2 pm, SaturdayA Christmas CarolTraveling Literary Theater has takenDickens' very own edited version andis performing it with three actors beau-tifully clad in Victorian garb. London,England stage actor, James Dyne,hosts the production and acts as nar-rator and Ebenezer Scrooge. Hisinterpretation is not to be missed.Ages 10 and up. REG

A – 12/12, 12 pm, MondayBridge BuddiesBring your friends to the library forsome fun and games playing Bridge.

CH – 12/13, 6:30 pm, TuesdayFun, Food, and YouCome hear a holiday tale and stay todecorate gingerbread. Ages 7-12.Sponsored by the Friends of theLacey Library. REG

F – 12/13, 6:30pm, TuesdayMeet the MayorStop in and meet the Mayor, or otherTownship officials, in a less formal set-ting than a Township meeting.

CH – 12/14, 4 - 5 pm, Wednesdayorigami ClubWhat can we create with a piece ofpaper? Ages 9-12. REG

F - 12/15, 6:30 pm, ThursdayMr. Scott the Music Man!Get up and move to the beat with Mr.Scott and Sparks the library mascot.Ages 3 and up with family. REG

BD – 12/19, 1 pm, MondayThe King’s Speech, by Mark Logue.Copies of the book are available atthe circulation desk.

CH – 12/22, 4 - 5 pm, ThursdayPaws for ReadingPractice reading to our Pet TherapyDogs. For beginner readers. Drop in.

T – 12/22, 7 pm, ThursdayDon’t Judge a Book by Its MovieJoin us for this special edition of BookCafé. We’ll be reading the holidayclassic How the Grinch StoleChristmas by Dr. Seuss, and thenwe’ll watch the 2000 movie remakestarring Jim Carrey. Refreshmentsprovided by the Friends of the LaceyLibrary. For teens ages 13-18.

FR - 12/13, 10 am – 12 pm, TuesdayFriends of the Library GeneralMeetingAll Welcome!

CH - 12/13, 4 pm, TuesdayCrafter-piece TheaterCrafts and Fun with Miss Marylee,ages 6-10, REG

A - 12/14, 2 & 6 pm, WednesdayFeature Film Festival Super 8

In the summer of 1979, a group offriends in a small Ohio town witness acatastrophic train crash while makinga Super 8 movie and soon suspectthat it was not an accident. Shortlyafter, unusual disappearances andinexplicable events begin to takeplace in town. PG-13; 112 minutes

A - 12/15, 10 - 11 am, ThursdayGlucose Screening

F - 12/15, 10:30 am, ThursdayYosi!Holiday Family Concert. REG

A - 12/15, 2:30 – 4 pm, ThursdayBook ChatShare with others good books thatyou’ve recently read and pick up sug-gestions of what to read next.

CH - 12/15, 6:30 pm, ThursdayClub PokémonAges 9-12, REG

CH - 12/21, 10:30 -11:30am,WednesdayDrop In PlayAges 1-6

A -12/21, 2 & 6 pm, WednesdayForeign Film Festival The Human

Resources Manager

The Human Resources Manager ofJerusalem’s largest bakery is in trou-ble. He’s separated from his wife andstuck in a job he hates. When one ofhis employees, a foreign worker, iskilled in a suicide bombing, the bakeryis accused of indifference, and the HRManager is sent to the victim’s home-town in Romania to make amends.Hebrew, English and Romanian w/English subtitles; 103minutes

CH - 12/28, 2 – 4 pm, WednesdayDrop In Kwanzaa CraftsAges 4-10, REG

A - 12/28, 2 & 6 pm, WednesdayFeature Film Festival Pirates of the

Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Captain Jack Sparrow crosses pathswith a woman from his past, and he’snot sure if it’s love – or if she’s a ruth-less con artist who’s using him to findthe fabled Fountain of Youth. PG-13; 141 minutes

CH - 12/29, 11 am, ThursdayLego Club®Ages 6-12, REG

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CH – 12/1, 6:00 pm, Thursdayno Bake Gingerbread HouseUse graham crackers, frosting, andholiday candies to make a miniaturegingerbread house. Ages 5-12.

CH – 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 12/30, 1:30-3:30 pm, Fridays Friday FunCome create a fun Friday afternooncraft! Families and ages 0-12 welcome.

CH – 12/2, 12/9, 12/30, 3:00-4:00 pm,Fridays Fiction Friday Come curl up and listen to a goodbook. The book will be read aloudover 3 sessions. Ages 6-12.

CH – 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 10:00 am, MondaysAlphabet AdventuresBring your preschoolers (and their sib-lings) to the library for an alphabetadventure stories and activities to sup-port growing young minds. Ages 3-5.

C - 12/5, 10:00 - 11:30 am, MondayIntroduccion al Internet y E-MailPrerequisite: Mouse Skills (Spanish Only)¿No hablas ingles pero ingles peronecesitas usar la computadora paraconseguir un trabajo? ¿O quierestener una dirección de correo elec-trónico para comunicar con tu familiaen otro país? Í Pues ven a este cursoy aprenderás todo esto y mas!

CH - 12/5, 5:30 pm, MondayEat your MathUnique collection of yummy recipesand fun math facts to tempt taste budsand make you hungry for more. Ages 5-12.

A – 12/5, 6:15 pm, MondayMonday night Movie: Pirates of theCaribbean: On Stranger TidesCaptain Jack Sparrow crosses pathswith a woman from his past, and he'snot sure if it's love -- or if she's a ruth-less con artist. As the story unfolds,Jack finds himself on an unexpectedadventure in which he doesn't knowwhom to fear more: Blackbeard or thewoman from his past. REG RatedPG-13.

CH – 12/6, 5:30 pm, TuesdayAutumn BingoPlay Bingo, have fun and maybe evenwin a prize. Ages 6-12.

CH – 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28, 10:00 am, WednesdaysParachute Play with MusicGet your toddlers and preschoolersmoving with parachute fun, music andrhymes. Ages 3-6.

C - 12/7, 10:00 - 11:30 am,Wednesday Word IPrerequisite: Mouse SkillsLearn the basics of Microsoft Word.Topics include altering font options,changing text alignment, saving, print-ing, and more!

CH – 12/7, 5:30 pm, WednesdayGirls ClubCome join our Girls Club to meet newfriends, do crafts, and cook food. It’s aclub for girls, by girls. Ages 8-12.

A – 12/7, 7:30 pm, WednesdayZayis Ra’anan: The Gift of the

Fresh Olive by Shabse WertherLocal author Rabbi Werther will dis-cuss his book, which focuses on theloss of his son Sholom in a car acci-dent in Lakewood in 2009. This is a story of hope, faith, and the humancapacity for change. REG

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C - Dates and times varyComputer ClassesLearn basic computer skills. Classesoffered include mouse, Internet basicsand Microsoft Word. Call to register orgo online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org REG

ED - 12/1-12/29, Art ExhibitMonth long exhibit of the paintings ofartist Robert D’Imperio. Artist recep-tion, Sat. 12/3, 2 - 4 pm, all welcome,refreshments.

A - 12/1, 2 pm, ThursdayCoupon Mania with MariaLearn how to print coupons online,what online sites to go to print freecoupons and get free items. REG

A - 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 12/30, 12 – 2 pm, FridayChess ClubChess lovers of all levels are invited tobring their sets and play in our YAarea.

CH - 12/6, 9:30am, TuesdayMusic & Movement:Presented by Ms. Stefanie from “LittleGoose Music Time”, Ages 0-5, REG

A - 12/6, 12/20, 2 – 4pm, TuesdayWriter’s CircleWriters of all genres are invited to cri-tique each other’s work and to discusswriting issues. We welcome publishedauthors, those who want to publishand those who write for themselves.

A - 12/6,12/13,12/20,12/27, 6 – 7 pm,TuesdayEnglish ConversationPractice English by discussing currentevents and other subjects of interest.

CH - 12/7, 9:30 –11:30am,WednesdayDrop-In Play & A Special Visitorfrom the north PoleAges 1-6

A -12/7, 2 & 6 pm, WednesdayFeature Film Festival One Day

After only one day together in 1989,Emma Morley and Dexter Mayhewcannot stop thinking about one anoth-er. Over the next twenty years, keymoments of their relationship arerevealed on the same day -July 15-ofeach year. PG-13; 108 minutes

CH - 12/8, 10:30 am, ThursdayPreschool Craft: Holidays Aroundthe WorldAges 4-6, REG

A - 12/8, 12/22, 2 – 4 pm, ThursdayChicks with Sticks- A Knitting andCrocheting GroupBring your yarn, needles, hooks andcurrent projects. Share your knowl-edge while meeting new people. Allwelcome! This group also meets everyWednesday evening 7:00 – 9:00pm.

CH - 12/8, 6:30 pm, ThursdayPajama Time Crafts: HolidaysAround the WorldAges 5-7, REG

A - 12/9, 2 – 4 pm, FridayQuilting BeeDuring our meetings, we work on indi-vidual and group projects.

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T - 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28, 4 -8 pm,Wednesdays Teen Gaming nightStop by the Lakewood Teen Zone toplay open video gaming on ourNintendo Wii and PlayStation 2. Notinto video games? It’s ok, stop by toplay a variety of board games, cardgames, and more! We don’t havewhat you want to play? Bring yourfavorite games or video game con-soles to play new opponents. Forages 12-18.

C - 12/8, 10 -11:30 am, ThursdayExcel Workshop Prerequisite: Excel IThis informal workshop will help youbuild on the skills gained in our moreformal class. Come for practice or toget help with your more specific Excelquestions!

T – 12/8, 12/22, 4:00 - 5:30 pm,Thursdays Teen Computer ClubTired of playing the same oldFacebook games and boring simpleflash games? Come on down to theTeen Computer Club and enjoygames that will challenge your brainand entertain you at the same time!Each time there will be a challengeand prizes will be given to the 1st,2nd, and 3rd place teens! For ages 11-17.

CH – 12/8, 6 pm, ThursdayMitten BookmarkBooks get cold too! Make a mittenbookmark clip and your book will betoasty warm. Ages 5-12.

CH - 12/10, 2 pm, SaturdayHoliday CookiesCome to the library to create fun andtasty holiday cookies! Age 4-12.

C-12/12, 10 - 11:30 am, MondayInternet BasicsPrerequisite: Mouse SkillsThis course will show you how to find Information on the Internet and evaluate websites.

C - 12/13, 10 - 11:30 am, TuesdayFile ManagementPrerequisite: Word IOrganize your computer files for2012! This class discusses such top-ics as creating folders, deleting, renaming, removing files, copying filesand attachments, copying entire disks,disk properties, and creating shortcutsto place icons on the desktop.

CH – 12/13, 6 pm, TuesdayBaby, it’s Cold outsideEnjoy winter stories while warming upwith some hot cocoa. Ages 6–11.

C - 12/14, 10 - 11:30 am, WednesdayInvisible Web Using LibraryDatabasesPrerequisite: Mouse SkillsDid you ever wonder what informationthe search engine is not finding? There is a large amount of informa-tion, or hidden content, that is notindexed by popular search engines.This hidden information has beenreferred to as the “Invisible Web.”Some researchers argue that the“Invisible Web “ may be 2 to 50 timeslarger than the visible web. This classwill provide an introduction to usingthe library’s subscription databasesthat uncovers this hidden content.

CH – 12/14, 3:30 pm, WednesdayRead to the DogsJoin us for a tail-wagging good time!Our therapy dogs, Emma, Zez, andEdith, love being read to. Why notshare your favorite book with them?Ages 5-12.

T – 12/21, 6 pm, WednesdayTeen Advisory Board (TAB) MeetingAttention all teens grades 7 -12!Come in and see what TAB is allabout! TAB is a fun way to participatein the library while earning communityservice hours. Plan programs andevents while making new friends! Newmembers are always welcome!

T – 12/21, 7 pm, WednesdayGaming ClubCome in and get your game on withboard games, cards and fun Wiigames! Sponsored by the Friends ofthe Island library. Ages 10+ Drop In

C/F – 12/28, 7 pm, WednesdayPearl observatory presentsStarLab: A Portable PlanetariumBegin your space odyssey here! Stepinside this portable planetarium andlearn how to locate planets, stars andconstellations in a wintry night sky! Ages 5 to adult Limited space so REG

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FR - 12/5, 12/19, 1 pm, MondayBrain GamesLearn a variety of fun activities tostimulate your brain to keep your mindsharp. Bring a game, bring a friend.Sponsored by the Friends of theIsland Library. REG

A – 12/6, 11 am, TuesdayFree Blood Pressure ScreeningNo appointment necessary

FR - 12/6, 12/20, 1 – 3 pm, TuesdaysAdult Writers’ GroupAre you looking for support from otherwriters to improve your writing skills?Then join this year- round writers’group! All are welcome, whether youare an established, beginning or aspir-ing writer. Sponsored by the Friendsof the Island Library.

A – 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28, 12:30 - 4 pm, WednesdaysMahjong at the LibraryBring your current year game card.Some experience helpful. Co-spon-sored by the Jewish CommunityCenter of LBI.

CH – 12/8, 10:30 am, ThursdayMusic and Movement Sing along to stories, dance and playrhythm instruments! Ages 2-6. REG

F – 12/8, 2 pm, ThursdayFilm: Bringing Up Baby

Wealthy socialite Susan Vance(Katharine Hepburn) will do anythingto get her man. She must act fast,however, because the man she wants,paleontologist David Huxley (CaryGrant) is getting married—and soon!To top it off, Susan already has herhands full taking care of Baby, herbrother’s pet leopard, in this madcapadventure that is considered one ofthe best screwball comedies of alltime. Black and White; Not Rated;102 minutes; 1938.

CH – 12/10, 2:30pm, SaturdayCrazy Crafts!Come in and make some crazy crafts! All Ages. Drop In

CH – 12/14, 6 pm, WednesdayReading Isn’t RuffCome in and read to our therapy dog!She’s all ears! For beginning readers& up. Drop In

CH – 12/15, 3:45pm, ThursdayStorytime & Craft!Join us for a storytime and fun craft!All ages

FR – 12/19, 7 pm, MondayHoliday Strings ConcertGet in the holiday spirit with theSouthern Regional High SchoolStrings students, conducted by MissJaime Chavan. Sponsored by theFriends of the Island Library. REG

CH – 12/20, 10:30am, TuesdayTotally Toddler! Fun for 1’s 2’s and 3’s REG

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F – 12/14, 6:15 pm, WednesdayFamily Movie night: Cars 2Racecar Lightning McQueen and TowTruck Mater head overseas to com-pete in the first-ever World Grand Prixto determine the world’s fastest car.Join us for plenty of potholes, detoursand hilarious surprises in this Carsadventure. Rated G. Animated.

T – 12/15, 12/29, 4 - 5:30 pm, ThursdaysManga+Anime+Comics Club!Enjoy reading Manga and ComicBooks and watching Anime or moviesbased on them? Then this is the clubfor you! Teens will be able to discuss,read, draw, watch, play, and cosplayall things relating to manga, anime,and comic books! For ages 13-18.

CH - 12/15, 6 pm, ThursdayKids Can KnitJoin us for our Kids Can Knit meeting.All skill levels welcome, and if youwant to learn to knit we can help!Bring your own yarn and needles oruse ours! Ages 6-16.

T – 12/16, 3 - 4:30 pm, Friday Typing of the Dead!Imagine if you could type your wayout of a Zombie Apocalypse! Wellnow’s your chance! Teens will learnhow to type AND survive our not-so-distant zombie future all at the sametime by playing zombie-themed typingvideo games!!! For ages 13-18 only.

CH - 12/19, 5:30 pm, MondayGreat Lives, Great DeedsA walk-through biographies, autobi-ographies and great deeds, to fire upkids with ambition. Ages 5-12

CH – 12/20, 6 pm, TuesdayBeads, Beads, BeadsMake something for yourself or some-thing to give as a gift. Ages 6-12.

CH – 12/21, 5:30 pm, WednesdayBoys ClubCome join our Boys Club to meet newfriends, do activities, and cook food.It’s a club for boys, by boys. Ages 8-12.

CH - 12/22, 6 pm, ThursdaySnowman’s Day outWhat does a snowman like to do?Come create a scene of your veryown featuring a cottony soft snow-man! Ages 4-12.

CH – 12/26, 2 pm, MondayGame ClubCandy Land, Uno, Skipbo, Boggle,and many more. Join us for an after-noon of games. Ages 5-12.

T – 12/26, 6 - 7 pm, Monday Lyricist LoungeDo you like to freestyle? Do you thinkyou’re a lyrical hurricane that can’t bestopped? Do you like to sing to yourfavorite songs in front of a crowd? Oryour own original songs? Well cometo this monthly program to show offyour skills! For ages 13-18.

CH – 12/27, 2 pm, TuesdayBuilders’ ClubChallenge your building skills or cre-ate what you like using Legos andFlexiblocks. Ages 5-12.

CH – 12/28, 3 pm, WednesdayWinter BingoTry your luck at this classic game,with a snowy twist! Ages 4-12.

CH – 12/29, 2 pm, ThursdayStory ClubDo you have a story to tell? Do youlike mucking about with folk tales?Use puppets and flannel boards to tella story or put a new spin on an oldfavorite. Ages 3-12.

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ED - Maurice Sendak exhibit “In anutshell: The Worlds of MauriceSendak” Through December 16, 2011

A – BY APPOINTMENT ONLYIndividualized ChatsThese one-on-one sessions can betailored to your specific area ofchoice. Call the Little Egg HarborBranch to schedule an appointment.Limit one session a month per person.

T – 12/1, 7 pm Thursday TAB Teen Advisory BoardJoin this active group plan programsand have fun while earning communityservice hours. Celebrate the Decemberbirthdays and make a friendship bracelet.

A – 12/2, 2 pm, FridaySafe Medication ManagementThis overview will include understand-ing your prescription, how to take yourmedication correctly, medication inter-action, and facts and fiction of over-the-counter medication. Provided bythe Ocean County Health Department

CH – 12/3, 11 am – 1 pm, SaturdayChess Classes with LEH Chess ClubIntroductory chess classes for childrenages +. Chess players with any expe-rience are invited to attend and assistthe new players. Class space is limited.

CH- 12/5, 10:30 – 11 am, MondayHoliday Puppet ShowCome and join in the Holiday seasonwith a puppet show and simple craft!Ages birth to 5 years. REG required.Put on by library staff.

BD – 12/5, 2 pm, MondayLittle Egg Harbor Book Discussion:Monday Read & ChatBrick Lane by Monica Ali. Please pickup a copy at the circulation desk.

A – 12/6, 6:30 pm, TuesdayJim Murphy & the Pine Barons: AHoliday ConcertPinelands/Bluegrass/Country Holidaymusic, including traditional carols,secular holiday, and sing-alongs.Sponsored by the Friends of the LittleEgg Harbor Library. REG

A – 12/7, 7 pm, WednesdaySouth Jersey Ghost Research: Ahaunted holidayThe South Jersey Ghost Researchteam will share tales of ghost encoun-ters around New Jersey, with a holi-day twist. Take part in a Q&A abouttheir research activities. Ages 13 andup. Sponsored by the Friends of theLittle Egg Harbor Library. REG

A – 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28, 7:30 pm, WednesdayEnglish Conversation GroupConversations will be on a variety oftopics. Geared to adults learning tospeak English.

T - 12/8, 7 pm ThursdayDuct Tape GiftsGet a head start on the holiday giftgiving season. Make a handmadegift. REG Ages 12-18

T - 12/10, 2 pm SaturdayGaming Day Super Smash BrothersBrawl!Engage in the latest rage. Gift cardprize. REG. Ages 12-18. Sponsoredby the Friends of the Little Egg HarborLibrary.

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A – 12/13, 6 pm, TuesdayMovie: Where the Wild Things Are

Join us for a viewing of Where theWild Things Are. Rated PG. 101minutes.

A – 12/14, 6:30 pm, WednesdayHelping Your Child/Student Developthe Language Skills needed forSocial Interaction - Getting to theIntraverbal This workshop, present-ed by POAC, will address how to helpstudents develop this skill, also knownas development of intraverbal lan-guage, through systematic teachingthat can be done in both home andschool settings. In order to get themost from this workshop, a workingknowledge of B.F. Skinner’s analysisof verbal behavior is helpful. REG

online by going to www.poac.net andvisiting the training link in the left handcolumn. Please call the POAC officewith any questions at 732-785-1099.

BD – 12/15, 7 pm, ThursdayMarvelous Sleuths Book ClubThe Lion by Nelson DeMille. Pleasepick up a copy at the circulation desk.

A – 12/16, 10 am – 4 pm, FridayCounty Connection Mobile ServiceCenterThe mobile service will be in the LittleEgg Harbor Library parking lot.(Fees are required for some services.)

CH – 12/17, 2 -3 pm, SaturdayGingerbread Cookie FunListen to the story of the GingerbreadBaby and then make a gingerbreadcookie. Ages 4 -11. REG startingDecember 3. Limit 30

T –12/17, 3 pm Saturday Ginger Bread DecoratingThe Ginger Bread person is morethan just a cookie. Show off your cre-ative side. Ages 12-17. REG

BD – 12/20, 2 pm, TuesdayLittle Egg Harbor Book DiscussionI Feel Bad About My Neck by NoraEphron. Please pick up a copy at thecirculation desk.

T – 12/22, 7 pm ThursdaySwap MeetDo you have something you don’t useanymore, or something that doesn’tfit? Bring it and see if someone elsemay want it. You may also find some-thing you need or just have to have.Remember, “One person’s trash isanother’s treasure”.

CH – 12/28, 2 – 3 pm. WednesdayBricks 4 KidzBRICKS 4 KIDZ® programs providean extraordinary atmosphere for stu-dents to build unique creations, playgames, and have loads of fun usingLEGO® bricks. Ages 5 – 12. Limit 12participants. REG starting 12/14/11.

F- 12/29, 1 – 3 pm, ThursdayFun Free Movie: The Polar Express

Animated Feature Voices by: TomHanks, Michael Jeter, Chris Coppola,Peter Scolari. Rated G; 99 minutes;REG starts 12/15. No limit. All Ages

T – 12/29, 7 pm ThursdayCafé BookDiscuss your favorite reads whileenjoying hot chocolate and cookies.

CH – 12/31, 2 – 3:30 pm, SaturdayWii Gaming for KidsKids ages 8 – 12 are invited to cometo the library and play Mario Cart.Sponsored by the Friends of the LittleEgg Harbor Library. REG requiredstarting 12/17. Limit 12