Storytimes near Avalon Free Public Library

History Center,215 39th St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Kids aged 7-12 are welcome to be history explorers and learn about why we celebrate Independence Day along with games and activities. This activity is for ages 7 to 12. Registration required. Attendees under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

This 4-week beginner's Mahjong course introduces you to the fundamentals of American Mahjong, teaches you how to read the NMJL card, and helps you build confidence to play in casual games. Includes hands-on practice games with a focus on strategic thinking. All materials will be provided to use in the class. Presented by Lynne Catarro Registration is required. Click on the Green Button above to the right to register. Avalon property owners may register starting June 10, all others may register starting June 24. If there are "No Places Left" on the link above, please click here to register for the waitlist: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE WAITLIST https://tockify.com/afplhc2023/detail/807/1783612800000

Surfside Park,2901 Avalon Ave, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

AFPL is a proud co-sponsor this summer's Thursdays at Surfside concert series. Bring your beach chairs and enjoy the music of BIG HIX. The concert will move indoors to Community Hall in the event of inclement weather.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Fridays are for the teens! Stop by for our weekly Hangout! We’ll rotate activities like board games, art projects, challenges, and mini workshops. Come for the activities, stay for the good vibes!

Greyhound Poker Palace,2805 Boardwalk, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Join us for an afternoon of skee-ball as the Avalon Historical Society brings "the competition" back to this beloved arcade game on the Avalon Boardwalk. All proceeds benefit the Historical Society. Location: 2805 Boardwalk (Greyhound Poker Palace).

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Rock and Rhyme with Mr. Jon and friends!

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Meet and share knitting techniques. All levels of knitters are welcome.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Join us for an Art House Film Night! Titles subject to change based on availability.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

What if a man could influence your decisions and know your secrets? What if he could rewrite what you think is real? Just Imagine asks simply this: what if a man could really read your mind or influence you without your knowing? Would any secret be safe? Just imagine. Presented by mentalist Mark Zacharia.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Read a story, then follow it up with music and movement playtime! Suggested for 6 and under.

30th St. & the Beach, Avalon

Bring your book and your beach chair and join other readers for the 7 Mile Island Silent Book Club - no assigned books, no discussion required. Readers of all styles are invited to bring whatever format they prefer, whether it’s a novel, eBook, audiobook with headphones, magazine, or comic book, and enjoy an hour of reading time or share what you’re reading with others. In the case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled. Co-sponsored by the Avalon Free Public Library, Cape May County Library System - Stone Harbor Branch, and The Roasted Beat.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

A unique, guided meditation with crystal singing bowls. Soothe away stress and anxiety with healing sound vibrations in this multisensory experience. No registration required. Yoga mats are suggested but not required. Presented by Chrissy Ennis of Radiant Pixies Healing and Wellness.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Join us for a fun arts and crafts project every Wednesday. Some crafts may benefit from assistance from a caregiver. Alternate crafts will be provided for younger patrons.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

with Sean Farrell. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month, drop in to this open forum workshop for help with questions regarding your computer, phone, software, or an app. If possible, bring your Windows or Apple device along with you so we can help! No registration needed, walk-ins welcome!

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Please note that Literary Book Club has moved to the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 3 pm going forward. with moderator Mona Moore. Title for July: The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb. Registration is required and available either online through the registration link above or by calling the circulation desk. A limited number of copies will be available for loan from the library with your library card.

Surfside Park,2901 Avalon Ave, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Co-sponsored with the Environmental Commission. We have all kinds of turtles here at the Jersey shore! During this presentation, we’ll meet several different species of turtle that can be found locally, including the Northern Diamondback Terrapin, the only reptile found in a salt marsh and the turtle you’re most likely to see crossing the road in Avalon. If inclement weather this program will move indoors to Community Hall.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Unearth your curiosity as we dig into the incredible science that’s all around us! This activity is for ages 7 to 12. Attendees under 8 must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

History Center,215 39th St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Enjoy tea with us as we share memories of old Avalon, and make new ones.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

This 4-week beginner's Mahjong course introduces you to the fundamentals of American Mahjong, teaches you how to read the NMJL card, and helps you build confidence to play in casual games. Includes hands-on practice games with a focus on strategic thinking. All materials will be provided to use in the class. Presented by Lynne Catarro Registration is required. Click here to be directed to the calendar registration date https://tockify.com/afplhc2023/detail/805/1783612800000 . Avalon property owners may register starting June 10, all others may register starting June 24.

Surfside Park,2901 Avalon Ave, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

AFPL is a proud co-sponsor this summer's Thursdays at Surfside concert series. Bring your beach chairs and enjoy the music of Best of the Eagles. The concert will move indoors to Community Hall in the event of inclement weather.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Fridays are for the teens! Stop by for our weekly Hangout! We’ll rotate activities like board games, art projects, challenges, and mini workshops. Come for the activities, stay for the good vibes!

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

The Wetlands' Institute talks about turtles by the shore with a meet and greet with some of our shelled friends!

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Meet and share knitting techniques. All levels of knitters are welcome.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

We provide the boards, you provide the words! Join other Scrabble lovers and exercise your brain at this twice-monthly meet-up. No registration required.

Surfside Park,2901 Avalon Ave, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Katherine Center is the New York Times bestselling author of over half a dozen books, including How to Walk Away, Things You Save in a Fire, and What You Wish For. Katherine writes laugh-and-cry books about how life knocks us down—and how we get back up. Shipboard antics abound in her most recent book, The Shippers, with a witty, heart-tugging, childhood-friends-to-lovers romance. Bring your chairs and your blankets to Surfside Park for an evening with Katherine Center Q&A and book signing to follow. Books will be available for purhcase at the event. In case of inclement weather, this event will move into Community Hall.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Look who's back to entertain kids under 6 and their families: the Green Orbs! We dare you not to dance!

96th St. & the Beach, Stone Harbor

Bring your book and your beach chair and join other readers for the 7 Mile Island Silent Book Club - no assigned books, no discussion required. Readers of all styles are invited to bring whatever format they prefer, whether it’s a novel, eBook, audiobook with headphones, magazine, or comic book, and enjoy an hour of reading time or share what you’re reading with others. In the case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled. Co-sponsored by the Avalon Free Public Library, Cape May County Library System - Stone Harbor Branch, and The Roasted Beat.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

A unique, guided meditation with crystal singing bowls. Soothe away stress and anxiety with healing sound vibrations in this multisensory experience. No registration required. Yoga mats are suggested but not required. Presented by Chrissy Ennis of Radiant Pixies Healing and Wellness.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

Join us for a fun arts and crafts project every Wednesday. Some crafts may benefit from assistance from a caregiver. Alternate crafts will be provided for younger patrons.

Avalon Free Public Library,235 32nd St, Avalon, NJ 08202, USA

This program takes you through the major world and historical events of the US's Bicentennial year, 1976, as told through Elvis, played by Ruben Castillo. The Avalon Free Public Library and History Center is a Proud Partner of Revolution NJ https://www.revnj.org/ .