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Memorial Day Closing

The library will be closed on SATURDAY May 23rd through MONDAY May 25th. We will reopen on Tuesday May 26th at 10am.

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The Matawan Aberdeen Public Library seeks a responsible, detail-oriented individual to join our friendly team.

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Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors! MAPL is making the world's best authors accessible to our patrons

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Library Chef

Live Cooking Classes — Enjoy three live cooking classes each month for adults, and two live classes each month for families

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Community Engagement

Help us build stronger connections between the library and the people it serves.

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Admissions Coaching

College admissions support, including live, expert help with applications, essays, financial aid, admissions interviews and more

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Featured Resources

Two Mobile Apps that Every Visitor Needs

The STELLA App

Place holds on items across all STELLA member libraries and choose your pickup location. Manage your library account: view holds, checkouts, and renew items. Store a digital copy of your library card on your device so you always have it with you.

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The libby App

Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more from your local library for free! libby is the newer library reading app by OverDrive, loved by millions of readers worldwide. All you need to get started is a library card.

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What's Happening @ MAPL

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May 2026

Saturday May 23 9:00 amMonday May 25 9:00 pm

LIBRARY CLOSED: Memorial Day Weekend
Saturday May 23 9:00 amMonday May 25 9:00 pm
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
LIBRARY CLOSED: Memorial Day Weekend
All of MAPL, 165 Main St., Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
The library is closed Saturday, 5/24 through Monday, 5/26 for Memorial Day weekend.

Wednesday May 27

4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Wacky Wednesday Zoom Craft
Wednesday May 27
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Wacky Wednesday Zoom Craft

Description:
Join us on Zoom for some crafting fun! We will provide you with a kit of surprise supplies. Log into Zoom and see what we will make together. Don’t forget to bring your creativity! A librarian will call you the week of the program when your kit is ready to be picked up. Open to patrons in grades K-5.Registration is required. Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/89514281319?pwd=MU1DOGtiUy8yRkg3NFB0WmF6MjVWQT09Meeting ID: 895 1428 1319Passcode: 911638For questions, contact: Erica Deb (732) 583-9100 maplkids@mapl.org

This is an online event! Please join us at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89514281319?pwd=MU1DOGtiUy8yRkg3NFB0WmF6MjVWQT09

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
MAPL Multimedia Meet-Up
Wednesday May 27
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
MAPL Multimedia Meet-Up

Description:
Join members of the MAPL staff to talk about what you’re reading, listening to, or watching – or just come to listen in!Wednesdays at 6pm, except the 2nd Wednesday of the month – during that week MMM occurs on Monday at 6 pm.
No registration required.
Zoom Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89973655824?pwd=T4NCAzbTZvN9gHnay9Mu4zMvjij9qb.1
Meeting ID: 899 7365 5824
Passcode: 871841
Contact: Kimberly Paone 732-583-9100, kpaone@mapl.org

This is an online event! Please join us at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89973655824?pwd=T4NCAzbTZvN9gHnay9Mu4zMvjij9qb.1

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Teen Volunteer Night
Wednesday May 27
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Teen Volunteer Night
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Summer is right around the corner, and we need help preparing Crafts on the Go for our patrons. Come to the library tonight to help us get ready for our busiest season. Each participant will earntwo volunteer hours. 
Open to patrons in grades 7 – 12. 
Email Miss Erica at edeb@mapl.org to volunteer.

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  • When the rain rolls in, let the Libby digital collection brighten your day. Grab an eBook, audiobook, or magazine in the app and spend a cozy afternoon in another world, no raincoat required! It's the perfect weekend for a good read...

All patrons can access their elibrarynj.overdrive.com and Libby (libbyapp.com) accounts by signing in using STELLA as the library name and a valid library card!

QUESTIONS? (we'll be back Tuesday, May 26th at 10 am) Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: techq-mapl@mapl.org

#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #ebooksandaudiobooks #Libby #digitallibraryservice #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #WeAreSTELLA #LoveLibby #ReadWithLibby #listenwithlibby #AllYouNeedIsYourLibraryCard
  • Meet & Greet with our Social Worker, James! Saturday, May30th, 10 am - 2 pm
Join our Social Worker, James, on May 30th from 10:00 am-2:00 pm for a casual meet-and-greet in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.
Stop by to explore local resources, gather helpful information, and take part in a fun, quick activity to support mental well-being!
Don’t forget to schedule an appointment with James if you have any additional needs or would like more personalized support.
QUESTIONS? Contact James: 732.583.9100, email SocialWork@mapl.org, for more info: mapl.org/socialwork
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #librarysocialwork #librarysocialworker #socialworkcommunity  #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawareness💚 #mentalhealthawarenessmonth 💚 #MentalHealthAwarenessMatters
  • Drop-in Dinosaur Craft 🦕Saturday, May 30th, 9 am - 5 pm🦖
June 1st is National Dinosaur Day—time to celebrate all things dino-mite!
Stomp, chomp, and ROAR your way over to the Children’s Room to create your very own dinosaur to take home. Get ready for a prehistoric adventure full of creativity and fun—you’re sure to have a roaring good time! 
Open to children of all ages. No registration required. 
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #dropincraft #dropincrafts #dropincrafting #NationalDinosaurDay #DinosaurCraft
  • The Library is CLOSED today through Monday, but our (FREE) electronic resources are always OPEN!
All you need is your library card...
https://mapl.org/electronic-resources/

#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #digitallibraryservice #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #OurElectronicResourcesAreAlwaysOpen  #Libby #elibrarynj #Kanopy #Overdrive #LibbyMagazines #allyouneedisyourlibrarycard
When the rain rolls in, let the Libby digital collection brighten your day. Grab an eBook, audiobook, or magazine in the app and spend a cozy afternoon in another world, no raincoat required! It's the perfect weekend for a good read...

All patrons can access their elibrarynj.overdrive.com and Libby (libbyapp.com) accounts by signing in using STELLA as the library name and a valid library card!

QUESTIONS? (we'll be back Tuesday, May 26th at 10 am) Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: techq-mapl@mapl.org

#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #ebooksandaudiobooks #Libby #digitallibraryservice #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #WeAreSTELLA #LoveLibby #ReadWithLibby #listenwithlibby #AllYouNeedIsYourLibraryCard
When the rain rolls in, let the Libby digital collection brighten your day. Grab an eBook, audiobook, or magazine in the app and spend a cozy afternoon in another world, no raincoat required! It's the perfect weekend for a good read... All patrons can access their elibrarynj.overdrive.com and Libby (libbyapp.com) accounts by signing in using STELLA as the library name and a valid library card! QUESTIONS? (we'll be back Tuesday, May 26th at 10 am) Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: techq-mapl@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #ebooksandaudiobooks #Libby #digitallibraryservice #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #WeAreSTELLA #LoveLibby #ReadWithLibby #listenwithlibby #AllYouNeedIsYourLibraryCard
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Meet & Greet with our Social Worker, James! Saturday, May30th, 10 am - 2 pm
Join our Social Worker, James, on May 30th from 10:00 am-2:00 pm for a casual meet-and-greet in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.
Stop by to explore local resources, gather helpful information, and take part in a fun, quick activity to support mental well-being!
Don’t forget to schedule an appointment with James if you have any additional needs or would like more personalized support.
QUESTIONS? Contact James: 732.583.9100, email SocialWork@mapl.org, for more info: mapl.org/socialwork
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #librarysocialwork #librarysocialworker #socialworkcommunity  #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawareness💚 #mentalhealthawarenessmonth 💚 #MentalHealthAwarenessMatters
Meet & Greet with our Social Worker, James! Saturday, May30th, 10 am - 2 pm Join our Social Worker, James, on May 30th from 10:00 am-2:00 pm for a casual meet-and-greet in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Stop by to explore local resources, gather helpful information, and take part in a fun, quick activity to support mental well-being! Don’t forget to schedule an appointment with James if you have any additional needs or would like more personalized support. QUESTIONS? Contact James: 732.583.9100, email SocialWork@mapl.org, for more info: mapl.org/socialwork #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #librarysocialwork #librarysocialworker #socialworkcommunity #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawareness💚 #mentalhealthawarenessmonth 💚 #MentalHealthAwarenessMatters
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Drop-in Dinosaur Craft 🦕Saturday, May 30th, 9 am - 5 pm🦖 June 1st is National Dinosaur Day—time to celebrate all things dino-mite! Stomp, chomp, and ROAR your way over to the Children’s Room to create your very own dinosaur to take home. Get ready for a prehistoric adventure full of creativity and fun—you’re sure to have a roaring good time! Open to children of all ages. No registration required. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #dropincraft #dropincrafts #dropincrafting #NationalDinosaurDay #DinosaurCraft
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The Library is CLOSED today through Monday, but our (FREE) electronic resources are always OPEN! All you need is your library card... https://mapl.org/electronic-resources/ #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #digitallibraryservice #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #OurElectronicResourcesAreAlwaysOpen #Libby #elibrarynj #Kanopy #Overdrive #LibbyMagazines #allyouneedisyourlibrarycard
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New and Noteworthy

Newly added items from all STELLA consortium members, available for pickup at MAPL.

Additional new items listings are available on our New Material page

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MAPL is a member of STELLA (formerly LMxAC), a nonprofit membership organization providing a wide range of services to its member libraries. The Consortium was established in 1986, and currently consists of 47 public libraries in Middlesex, Monmouth, and Union counties, and the Middlesex College Library. Patrons can borrow items from any STELLA member library for pickup at MAPL.

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