2013  YA SUMMER PROGRAMS

Silkscreen 5:30 - 7:30PM
Teens let your imagination have free reign while we design colorful T-shirts. Your designs will be turned into stencils and attached to the silk screens, which will then be transferred to your shirts.  A great experience is promised!
Bring your own 100% white cotton T-shirt.
For teens entering the 6th Grade and  up. Space is limited and registration is required.  Please call or stop by the reference desk.

Thursday, July 11th @ Eastern Branch - Shrewsbury
Monday, July 15th @ Headquarters, Manalapan
Tuesday, July 16th @ Allentown
Wednesday, July 17th @ Hazlet
Tuesday, July 23rd @ Ocean
Thursday, July 25th @ Atlantic Highlands
Monday, July 29th @ Wall

Wednesday, July 31st @ Marlboro - 3:30 - 5:50pm


Terrarium Program   7:00 - 8:00PM  
For this program you will be creating your own little sanctuary.  Show off your green thumb and come construct your own little garden in a jar.

*For this program you will need to bring a 32 ounce clear  jar*

This program is for teens entering the 6th grade and up.  Registration is required (space is limited). Please call or stop by the reference desk.
                         
Thursday, July 18th @ Atlantic Highlands
Monday, July 29th @ Hazlet
Tuesday, July 30th @ Marlboro
Wednesday, July 31st @ Howell
Thursday, August 1st @ Allentown

Chemical Magic Program 6:00 - 7:00PM
It's Chemical Wizardry!
Come, have a terrific time learning chemistry and science concepts in a fun and hands-on atmosphere.  Projects included making Flubber, Silly Putty, making Super Hi-Bounce balls, turning ordinary coins into copper and more.

This program is for teens entering the 6th grade and up. Registration is required (Space is limited).
Please call or stop by the reference desk.

Tuesday, July 2nd @ Marlboro
Monday, July 8th @ Howell
Thursday, July 11th @ Headquarters, Manalapan

Tales From Beyond 7:00 - 8:00PM

Give your mind and your goosebumps an exciting trip into experiencing the unknown! Charles Francis, of Sophisticated Sorcery, will be telling true stories about the Lizzie Boarden axe murders, the sinking of the Titanic, and Jack the Ripper.  Observe real artifacts from the Titanic, a Voodoo doll from Haiti, Jivaro Shrunken Heads and MORE.
For teens entering the 6th grade and up.  Registration is required.  Please call or stop by the reference desk.

Monday, July 15th @ Hazlet
Tuesday, July 16th @ Headquarters, Manalapan
Wednesday, July 17th @ Howell
Tuesday, July 23rd @ Marlboro
Wednesday, July 24th @ Wall

Polymer Clay Program 7-8:30PM
Create miniature plymer clay figures, food, animals, charms, etc. which can sit on a shelf or hang on a necklace or keychain.  Unleash your inner sculptor and create fun pieces of your very own.

For teens entering the 6th grade and up.  Space is limited and registration is required.  Stop by the reference desk or call.

Monday, July 8th @ Eastern Branch, Shrewsbury                      
Tuesday, July 9th @ Allentown
Wednesday, July 10th @ Howell
Monday, July 15th @ Marlboro
Monday, July 22nd @ Headquarters, Manalapan
Tuesday, July 23rd @ Wall
Wednesday, July 24th @ Hazlet

Plants & Biomes 6:00 - 7:00PM

In this program, you will have fun getting your hands dirty as you learn about Plants and the different biomes in which they live.  Examine different type of plants under a 3D-microscope, and see how roots work beneath the surface in see-through soil.  Projects involve building your own living Biome and planting seeds.  These small plants will grow fruits and vegetables that you can take home and care for over the summer! This is an excellent program for student's interested in science, living things, gardening and horticulture.

This program is for teens entering the 6th grade and up.  Registration is required.  Please call or stop by the reference desk.

Monday, July 1st @ Eastern Branch, Shrewsbury
Tuesday, July 9th @ Wall
Monday, July 29th @ Howell

Mosaics Program 5:30 - 7;00PM
For this program you will be creating your own stepping stone out of concrete and glass.  Kimberly Deane will be teaching the different techniques to creating your own mosaic.  There are endless possibilities and designs that you can make.  Put your best foot forward and create something solid.

This program is for teens entering the 6th grade and up.  Registration is required.  Please call or stop by the reference desk.

Monday, July 22nd @ Eastern Branch, Shrewsbury
Thursday, July 25th @ Headquarters, Manalapan
Tuesday, July 30th @  Ocean                                                  
Wednesday, July 31st @ Hazlet
Thursday, August 1st @ Marlboro

Jewelry Making Program 6:30 - 8:30PM
Make a delightful and fun fashion accessory.  Teens will use Swarovski crystals and focal beads however they desire to create a unique look.  The possibilities are endless.  All you need to bring is your imagination and you are on your way to creating a fabulous look for yourself!

For teens entering the 6th grade and up.  Space is limited and registration is required.  Please call or stop by the reference desk

Tuesday, July 16th @ Wall

Wednesday, July 17th @ Marlboro- 3:30 - 5:30pm

Thursday, July 18th @ Eastern Branch, Shrewsbury

Hula Hooping Program  7:00 - 8:00PM
Handcraft your own hula hoop for fun and exercise with hula hoop expert, Amy Paradise.  First you will decorate your own hula hoop and then you will learn the different hula hooping techniques.
For teen entering the 6th grade and up.  Space is limited and registration is required.  Stop by the reference desk or call.

Monday, July 1st @  Wall
Tuesday, July 2nd @ Eastern Branch, Shrewsbury
Wednesday, July 3rd @ Hazlet
Tuesday, July 9th @ Howell
Wednesday, July 10th @ Headquarters, Manalapan                        
Thursday, July 11th @ Marlboro

Tie Dye Program 6:00 - 8:00 PM
The hippie inspired fashion trend has returned!  So...bring along creative ideas as we design Tie Dye t-shirts.  Wear old clothes and bring along a clean WHITE 100% COTTON-SHIRT.

Don't stop there! Think outside of the box and bring pillow cases, high-top sneakers & socks to make great tie dye fashion!! Please limit to 2 items each!

For teens entering the 6th grade and up.  Registration is required.  Stop by the Reference Desk or call.

Monday, July 1st @ Hazlet
Wednesday, July 3rd, @ Headquarters - Manalapan
Please register thru our online calendar.
Monday, July 8th @ Marlboro


Anime- Drawing Program
Anime is a Japanese style of drawing, often characterized by colorful graphics, vibrant characters and fantastic themes. Mina Sanwald, an illustrator & animator based out of New York, will be teaching different techniques to drawing anime characters.  Let your pencil flow and create a character of your very own.
This program is for teens entering the 6th grade and up.  Registration is required.  Please call or stop by the reference desk.

Thursday, July 11th @ Atlantic Highlands7:00 - 8:00PM
Thursday, July 18th @ Headquarters, Manalapan 7:00 - 8:00PM
Thursday, July 18th @ Marlboro 5:30 - 6:30PM
Monday, July 22nd @ Eastern 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Monday, July 22nd @ Hazlet 5:30 - 6:30PM




Monopoly Tournament 3:00 - 8:00PM 

Get ready to participate in our annual summer Monopoly Tournament.  We will be playing the well known classic Monopoly board game.  This is a game of luck, chance, wheeling, and dealing.  Test your trading skills as you buy and sell property.
We will have snacks, drinks, & prizes.

For teens entering the 6th grade and up.  Registration is required.  Please call or stop by the reference desk.

Best of the Boardwalk
End of Summer Reading Event
Headquarters
Friday, August 9th, 2013
6:00 - 9:00 PM

All are welcome entering the 6th grade and up.  Show your Jersey Shore pride and join us as we celebrate all the things that make the boardwalk fun! There will be plenty of timeless boardwalk games like foosball, skeeball, ring toss, bean toss, as well as modern boardwalk games like Wheel of Fortune and Dance Dance Revolution.  You can also expect famous Jersey Shore pizza to be served, along with other snacks to keep you fueled while you play.  This is always a good time and a great way to end your summer with a bang.



All are welcome entering the 6th grade and up. Show your Jersey Shore pride and join us as we celebrate all the things that make the boardwalk fun! There will be plenty of timeless boardwalk games like foosball, skeeball, ring toss, bean toss, as well as modern boardwalk games like Wheel of Fortune and Dance Dance Revolution.  You can also expect famous Jersey Shore Pizza to be served, along with other snacks to keep you fueled while you play.  This is always a good time and a great way to end your summer with a bang.