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What's Happening @ MAPL

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Class Cancelled

Tonight's English Language Conversation class has been cancelled. Will resume on August 17th.

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Summer Reading

Summer Reading started on June 27th and runs until August 22nd. Check the details here or view our Event Calendar for days and times of our special events.

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

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Authors Talk!

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

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Stop by the library to register, or you can apply online and be active in about 24 hours.

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

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

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Two Mobile Apps that Every Visitor Needs

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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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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

2026 yearly calendar showing all months from January to December in a grid format, with weeks starting on Sunday.

You can visit the MAPL Events Page to view and register for all events.


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August 2026

Tuesday August 18

11:00 am – 11:30 am
Preschool Story Time
Tuesday August 18
11:00 am – 11:30 am
Preschool Story Time
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Join us in the meeting room for some fun! We will read a story, play some fun games, and make a special craft! This program is designed for preschool age children to work on understanding concepts and using fine motor skills.Open to children ages 3-5.Registration is required.Contact: Erica Deb (732) 583-9100 maplkids@mapl.org

Wednesday August 19

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Mad Science: Earth Works
Wednesday August 19
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Mad Science: Earth Works
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Join us for Mad Science! This will be a hands-onSTEM program designed to teach kids about geology and our planet. Work with our guest scientist to examine rocks and minerals, model shifting tectonic plates, and build cool science gadgets to take home.
Open to children entering grades K-5. 
Registration is required. 
For questions, contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
MAPL Multimedia Meet-Up
Wednesday August 19
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/89874066052?pwd=cqIITGM0rw00jCR3CIdwlQ54HKXl0a.1
Meeting ID: 898 7406 6052
Passcode: 711710
Contact: Kimberly Paone 732-583-9100, kpaone@mapl.org

This is an online event! Please join us at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89874066052?pwd=cqIITGM0rw00jCR3CIdwlQ54HKXl0a.1

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Teen Cooking with Nick: Greek Dips
Wednesday August 19
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Teen Cooking with Nick: Greek Dips
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Nick Mietkowski, owner of Sunnyside Kitchen LLC, will be coming to teach you how to make 3 kinds of Greek Dips: Tzatziki, Hummus, and Spicy Feta Dip. Small samples will be provided at the event so you can try the dishes we make together
Please note: Potential allergens may include: Dairy. Best practices are used in food preparation and potential allergens will be identified in the dishes served.
Open to patrons entering grades 6-12.
Registration is required. 
For questions, contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

Thursday August 20

10:30 am – 11:00 am
Story Tales
Thursday August 20
10:30 am – 11:00 am
Story Tales
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Join us in the meeting room for storytime! Miss Erica can’t wait to read books, sing songs, and do a craft together! Open to children ages 18 – 36 months.Registration is required.For questions, contact: Erica Deb (732) 583-9100 maplkids@mapl.org

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Chair Yoga on Zoom
Thursday August 20
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Chair Yoga on Zoom

Description:
EVERY THURSDAY!
For patrons who have difficultywith traditional on-the-floor yoga, try this relaxing alternative with Allison Sorokin!!Allison, E-RYT 500, is the founder of Align Yoga and Strength, a local studio here in Matawan. She specializes in guiding students through smart functional movements connected with breath. She believes that everyone can do yoga no matter the age and ability. Her mission is to help people learn about their body and mind, improve posture, and relieve stress. No registration required.Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83517216513?pwd=w8gaprbuto8Sc4hd0yYdYUPTDg06ZB.1 
Meeting ID: 835 1721 6513Passcode: 905107
Contact: Jennifer Elliott (732) 583-9100 mapladults@mapl.org

This is an online event! Please join us at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83517216513?pwd=w8gaprbuto8Sc4hd0yYdYUPTDg06ZB.1

4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Summer Journaling
Thursday August 20
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Summer Journaling
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Drop into our meeting room for some quiet time to journal. We will be writing about everything we love about summer. Therewill be fancy pens and stickers, and some summery prompts if you need some ideas. We will  have extra notebooks available if you need, or you can bring your own. Can’t wait to see you there!
Open to kids and teens entering grades 4 and up. 
No registration required. 
For questions, contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

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  • Puppet Playtime 🦇🐶🦊🦖 Monday, August 24th, 10 am - Noon
Stop by the Children's Department to have some fun with our puppets! We have animals and bugs, kings and queens, and lots more fun friends for you to meet. Maybe you can open the red curtains in our play area and put on a show!
Open to children of all ages. No registration required.
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #librarygameday #librarymondayfunday #puppetplaytime #maplsummerreading #summerreading #summerreading2026 #UnearthAStory #whoisinthedinosaur
  • English Language Conversation 🗣️Monday, August 17th @ 7 pm
Every month we will be offering English Language Conversation on the 1st and 3rd Mondays! This is a chance to practice your English. Anyone is welcome. We will work together to practice fluency. No registration required.
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #englishlanguagelearners #englishlanguageconversation
  • Teen Crochet AND CRAFT Club 🧶🪡🎨 Monday, August 17th @ 7:00PM
What's the stitch? If you love crocheting or you always wanted to learn, this is the club for you! Bring your supplies and spend some time with other teens who love to make yarn crafts. We will have yarn and hooks for those who may need it, and we can also provide some assistance with learning.
This month we will be putting out a few additional crafts in case you aren't in a yarn-ish mood. 
Hope to see you there! Open to patrons entering grades 6-12. No registration required. 
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #MAPLteenprograms #libraryteens #libraryteensrock #libraryteenevents #libraryteenprograms #teencrochet #teencrocheter #teencrochetclub #teencraft #teencrafts
  • Movie: You, Me & Tuscany 🍿🎥🎞️Monday, August 17th @ 2:00PM
When Anna loses her house-sitting job, and thus her housing, an encounter with Matteo will inspire her to jet off for Italy. But Anna's plan to crash at Matteo's villa, without permission, for one night, falls apart when Matteo's mother shows up at the house unexpectedly. In a panic, Anna allows her to believe that she is Matteo's fiancée. That little lie becomes a big problem when Matteo's cousin shows up, and Anna discovers that the heat between them may ignite a fire that will transform her life.
Starring: Halle Bailey, Regé-Jean Page 
Release Date: 2026 
Rating: PG-13
Duration: 1 hr. 45 min.
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplmovies #MovieMonday #moviemondays #moviemonday #YouMeTuscany
Puppet Playtime 🦇🐶🦊🦖 Monday, August 24th, 10 am - Noon Stop by the Children's Department to have some fun with our puppets! We have animals and bugs, kings and queens, and lots more fun friends for you to meet. Maybe you can open the red curtains in our play area and put on a show! Open to children of all ages. No registration required. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #librarygameday #librarymondayfunday #puppetplaytime #maplsummerreading #summerreading #summerreading2026 #UnearthAStory #whoisinthedinosaur
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English Language Conversation 🗣️Monday, August 17th @ 7 pm Every month we will be offering English Language Conversation on the 1st and 3rd Mondays! This is a chance to practice your English. Anyone is welcome. We will work together to practice fluency. No registration required. QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #englishlanguagelearners #englishlanguageconversation
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Teen Crochet AND CRAFT Club 🧶🪡🎨 Monday, August 17th @ 7:00PM What's the stitch? If you love crocheting or you always wanted to learn, this is the club for you! Bring your supplies and spend some time with other teens who love to make yarn crafts. We will have yarn and hooks for those who may need it, and we can also provide some assistance with learning. This month we will be putting out a few additional crafts in case you aren't in a yarn-ish mood. Hope to see you there! Open to patrons entering grades 6-12. No registration required. QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #MAPLteenprograms #libraryteens #libraryteensrock #libraryteenevents #libraryteenprograms #teencrochet #teencrocheter #teencrochetclub #teencraft #teencrafts
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Movie: You, Me & Tuscany 🍿🎥🎞️Monday, August 17th @ 2:00PM When Anna loses her house-sitting job, and thus her housing, an encounter with Matteo will inspire her to jet off for Italy. But Anna's plan to crash at Matteo's villa, without permission, for one night, falls apart when Matteo's mother shows up at the house unexpectedly. In a panic, Anna allows her to believe that she is Matteo's fiancée. That little lie becomes a big problem when Matteo's cousin shows up, and Anna discovers that the heat between them may ignite a fire that will transform her life. Starring: Halle Bailey, Regé-Jean Page Release Date: 2026 Rating: PG-13 Duration: 1 hr. 45 min. QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplmovies #MovieMonday #moviemondays #moviemonday #YouMeTuscany
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