August 21, 2019 JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a variety of programs throughout the month of September.
- “Prose & Ink Writers’ Group” at 6:30 p.m. Mondays, Sep. 9, 16, 23, and 30. Whether you are a beginner or experienced writer, the Jackson Writers’ Group will help get your manuscript in shape. All genres are welcome. Please bring 3 to 5 pages of a work in progress for constructive critique. Registration is not required.
- “Let’s Rock! Rock Painting for Beginner’s” 10 a.m. Thursday, Sep. 12. Paint an abstract design or a specific theme. Supplies will be provided.
- “Afternoon Film” at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Sep. 12. See a film on the big screen without the admission fee of a movie theater. Call 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events for film information.
- “Save H2O” at 2 p.m. Friday, Sep. 13. Explore how water is involved in everyday life and learn to conserve and preserve this vital resource for the future. Presented by the NJDEP Watershed Restoration Program. This program was made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the NEH or NJCH.
- “Brain Joggers” at 10 a.m. Monday, Sep. 16. Exercise your mind by playing games and working puzzles.
- “Armchair Traveling Series: Holy Lands 1 – Jerusalem and the West Bank” 10 a.m. Thursday, Sep. 19. Explore the world without leaving the library. This documentary will take you on a tour of the Holy Land and the West Bank. Film available through Access Video On Demand.
- “Mindfulness Meditation: On Gratitude” at 11 a.m. Friday, Sep. 20. This event is open to novice and skilled practitioners. Learn the beautiful art of gratitude. This practice includes informational teachings, guided meditation, and sitting in silence. The session will be followed by a Q&A.
- “How to Break Up with Your Clutter” at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sep. 21. Come hear a humorous take on how to part with the things you no longer use. Jamie Novak of HGTV will show how to overcome common obstacles to getting organized.
- “Evening Film” at 6 p.m. Monday, Sep. 23. See a film on the big screen without the admission fee of a movie theater. Call 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events for film information.
- “Coloring for Adults” at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sep. 24. Rediscover the joy of coloring. Coloring sheets and art supplies will be provided.
The branch is located at 2 Jackson Drive.
Registration is required for these free programs unless otherwise noted. To register, call the branch at 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.
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