JULY ASBURY PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS - CHILDRENS’ AND ADULT/TEEN PROGRAMMING
AP Public Library Toddler Storytime, Mondays at 2:30 PM in the Jr. Room
Join the little ones in your life in the Jr. Room of the library for stories and songs every Monday at 2:30 PM. This free event is geared toward ages 2-4, although all ages are welcome. Adult supervision is required. No registration necessary.
AP Public Library Board Game Night, Mondays 6:30-7:30 in the Jr. Room.
Join Ms. Nina every Monday in the Jr. Room for Board Game Night from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Ages 9+ are welcome! No registration required.
AP Public Library Youth Writing Club every Tuesday at 5:30 PM in the Jr. Room
Join Ms. Nina in the Jr. Room on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM for a creative writing session. This class is for writers of all levels. Come work on your favorite story or poem! Please call 732-774-4221 or email nkenney@asburyparklibrary.org to register.
Asbury Park Public Library Tween Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM in the Jr. Room
Join Ms. Nina in the Junior Library every Tuesday from 6:30-8PM for a fun activity ranging from pizza parties, movie night, author readings, and crafts! Ages 11+ welcome. Please call 732-774-4221 or email nkenney@asburyparklibrary.org to register!
AP Public Library Teen Video Game Night, Wednesdays 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Join us on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:00 PM in the Jr. Room for Nintendo Switch Mario Kart, Mario Party, and Mario Golf. Free to cardholders. Patrons under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Please call 732-774-4221 to register.
AP Public Library Read Aloud and Craft every Thursday from 2:00-3:00 in the Jr. Room
Join Ms. Linda in the Junior Library every Thursday from 2:00-3:00 for a read aloud and crafting activity. Please call 732-774-4221 or email lkeane@asburyparklibrary.org with any questions.
AP Public Library Mad Science on Wednesday, July 5 at 1:00 (Ages 5+) in the Bradley Room.
Join us in the Bradley Room on Wednesday, July 5 at 1:00 for a mad science workshop for ages five and up! Please call 732-774-4221 or email lkeane@asburyparklibrary.org to register.
AP Public Library Monmouth County Park Visit Wednesday, July 12 at 1:00-2:00 (Ages 5+) in the Bradley Room.
Bring your nature questions and sense of adventure to enjoy a fun afternoon with County Naturalists and a few live specimens in the Bradley Room on Wednesday, July 12 from 1:00-2:00! This event is for children ages five and up and registration is required. Please call 732-774-4221 or email nkenney@asburyparklibrary.org | lkeane@asburyparklibrary.org to register!
AP Public Library Storytime and Sensory Play on Wednesday, July 12 from 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM in the Bradley Room, Ages 1-4
Join us in the Bradley Room on Wednesday, July 12 from 4:30-5:15 PM for Storytime and Sensory Play! Previous Special Education teacher, Ms. Erin, will conduct a high quality read aloud followed by related sensory play including rice bins, blocks, puzzles, and other thematic and age appropriate materials! Ages 1-4 with caregiver. Space is limited, please call 732-774-4221 or email jadams@asburyparklibrary.org to register.
AP Public Library Youth Book Club 2nd Wednesday of Every Month, 5:30PM
July Date: July 12
Come join Ms. Nina on July 12 from 5:30-6:30 PM in the Junior Room for our monthly youth book club. Snacks and refreshments are provided. No preparation needed.
AP Public Library Presents 'A Journey with Hope' film screening, Wednesday July 12 from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Bradley Room,
Join us in the Bradley Room on July 12th from 6:30-8:00 PM for a screening of 'A Journey with Hope.' This film about the investigation of the death of Kenyan schoolgirl, Jackline Chepngeno, and explores themes of period shame, hygiene space, and menstrual and mental health. Ages 11 and up are welcome, but children under the age of 16 must attend with a guardian. Learn more about the film: https://www.ajourneywithahope.com/Ages Registration is required. Please call 732-774-4221 or email nkenney@asburyparklibrary.org
AP Public Library Red Cross PillowCase Project Monday, July 17th 1:00 PM (Ages 5+) in the Bradley Room
Come to the Bradley Room on Monday, July 17th at 1:00 PM for The Red Cross' Pillowcase Project, a preparedness education program for ages 5+ that educates about personal and family preparedness, safety skills, local hazards, and basic coping skills. Attendees will leave the program with a sturdy pillowcase to prepare their own emergency survival kits! Space is limited. Please call 732-774-4221 or email nkenney@asburyparklibrary.org | lkeane@asburyparklibrary.org to register!
AP Public Library Clean Ocean Action Program, Wednesday, July 19th, 1:00-2:00 in the Bradley Room (Ages 5+).
Join us in the Bradley Room on Wednesday, July 19 from 1:00-2:00 PM to learn about the waterways that lead to the ocean and how we can keep them clean! This event is for children five and up and registration is required. Please call 732-774-4221 or email nkenney@asburyparklibrary.org | lkeane@asburyparklibrary.org to register!
AP Public Library Literacy Festival with Papa T Thursday, July 20th 2:00-4:00 in the Junior Room. (Ages 4+)
Join us in the Junior Room on Thursday, July 20th from 2:00-4:00 PM for a fun literacy festival with Papa T. Asbury Park Public Schools educator and language advocate, Papa T, is coming to the library to celebrate and host fun activities about reading. Best for ages 4+, but all are welcome. Space is limited. Please register by calling 732-774-4221 or emailing nkenney@asburyparklibrary.org.
AP Public Library Scavenger Hunt, Saturday July 22, 10AM-3PM.
Join Ms. Nina in the Jr. Room for an interactive scavenger hunt on Saturday, July 22! Snacks and prizes will be provided. Children and families can come anytime between 10AM and 3PM on Saturday, July 22. No preparation needed.
AP Public Library International Self Care Day Craft, Monday July 24 at 5:00 PM in the Jr. Room, Ages 4+
Join Ms. Nina in the Junior Room on Monday, July 24 at 5:00 PM for kids ages 4 and up for a self-care day presentation and craft to learn about hygiene and the importance of self-care as the cornerstone of wellness. Space is limited. Please call 732-774-4221 or email nkenney@asburyparklibrary.org.
AP Public Library Bugmuseum Visit, Wednesday July 26th, 1:00-2:00 in the Bradley Room (Ages 5+).
Join us in the Bradley Room on Wednesday, July 26 from 1:00-2:00 PM for Insectropolis - the "Bugseum" of New Jersey! This fun and interactive program will give kids an appreciation for the most frequently misunderstood critters! This event is aimed at ages five and up and registration is required. Please call 732-774-4221 or email nkenney@asburyparklibrary.org | lkeane@asburyparklibrary.org to register!