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Independence Day Closing

The library will be closed on SATURDAY July 4th. We will reopen on Sunday July 5th at noon.

Public PC Updates

On Tuesday July 7 Public PC use may be limited, and printing will not be available.

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Summer Reading

Summer Reading starts 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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Library Page Job

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

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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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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The STELLA App

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July 2026

Thursday July 2

12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Teen Patriotic Craft on the Go
Thursday July 2
12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Teen Patriotic Craft on the Go
MAPL Balcony, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Our country is celebrating it’s 250th! Why not join the fun with a patriotic craft you can make (and maybe wear) over the holiday weekend. Stop by the Teen Place today to grab a craft kit with everything you need to be red, white, and blue. 
Open to patrons in grades 6-12. 
No registration required. 
For questions, contact: Erica Deb  (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Chair Yoga on Zoom
Thursday July 2
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
Lego Club
Thursday July 2
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Lego Club
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Do you love playing with Legos? Well, the library has tons of bricks, minifigures, and interesting pieces for you to build with! Join us in the meeting room and put your building skills to the test. There may even be a challenge or two! We can’t wait to see you there!Open to children entering grades K-5. 
Registration is required.For questions, contact: Erica Deb (732) 583-9100 maplkids@mapl.org

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Summer Reading Journal Workshop
Thursday July 2
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Summer Reading Journal Workshop
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
A reading journal gives you a chance to slow down, reflect, and remember what moves you when you read. Join Laura Chern for a hands-on Summer Reading Journal workshop where you’ll set achievablegoals, discover ways to track and review your books, and begin buildinga record of your progress that’s entirely your own. All supplies, including your journal, are provided.

Friday July 3

10:00 am – 6:00 pm
America 250 Scavenger Hunt
Friday July 3
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
America 250 Scavenger Hunt
MAPL Children's Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Stop by the Children’s Room today to find pictures that represent out great country! Can you find an eagle? How about the Liberty Bell? If you find them all, you will win a prize! Happy hunting!
Open to children of all ages. 
No registration required. 
For questions, contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Craft on the Go
Friday July 3
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Craft on the Go
MAPL Children's Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Swing by the library and grab a Craft on the Go.Every Friday, we will have a craft for you to bring home and make over the weekend. They will be in the Children’s Room waiting for you, no need to call ahead. Please take one per child so that everyone can enjoy them! Children of all ages welcome. No registration required.For questions, contact: Erica Deb (732) 583-9100 maplkids@mapl.org

10:30 am – 11:30 am
Mahjong Club
Friday July 3
10:30 am – 11:30 am
Mahjong Club
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
This is for anyone who loves the game, wants tomeet new people, and have some fun. We provide the Mahjong sets, but players need to supply their own card. Beginners are welcome to watch until they learn the rules. No registration required. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org

Requirements:
Players need to supply their own card.

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  • Chair Yoga on Zoom - NOW EVERY THURSDAY @ 2:00PM 🪑🧘🧘‍♂️🧘‍♀️🖥️
For patrons who have difficulty with 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 Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83517216513?pwd=w8gaprbuto8Sc4hd0yYdYUPTDg06ZB.1 
Meeting ID: 835 1721 6513
Passcode: 905107
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #chairyoga #chairyogafitness #zoomchairyoga #allisonsorokinyoga #allisonsorokinyogaandfitness #alignyogaandstrength
  • Teen Patriotic Craft on the Go - Thursday, July 2nd, Noon until GONE!
Our country is celebrating it's 250th! Why not join the fun with a patriotic craft you can make (and maybe wear) over the holiday weekend. Stop by the Teen Place today to grab a craft kit with everything you need to be red, white, and blue. 
Open to patrons in 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 #TeenCraftOnTheGo
  • Baby Explorers - Wednesday, July 8th @ 10:30AM
We invite you to join us for a playful program for our littlest patrons! Our meeting room will be set up as a safe place for babies to explore lots of age-appropriate toys while caregivers can meet and chat. Each month we will put out different toys that make noise, light up, or are just plain fun. We can't wait to see you!
Open to children ages 6-18 months and their caregivers.
Registration is required: https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=366192
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #libraryprogramsforbabies #babyexplorers
  • Lego Club - Thursday, July 2nd @ 4:30PM
Do you love playing with Legos? Well, the library has tons of bricks, minifigures, and interesting pieces for you to build with! Join us in the meeting room and put your building skills to the test. There may even be a challenge or two! We can't wait to see you there!
Open to children entering grades K-5. 
Registration is required: https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=366190
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #librarylegos #librarylegoclub
  • Teen Crochet Club 🧶🪡 Wednesday, July 1st @ 7:00PM
What's the stitch? We have a new teen club at MAPL. 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. 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
  • Journaling: America's 250th 🎆✏️🖊️📔📒📓Wednesday, July 1st @ 4:30PM
Drop into our meeting room for some quiet time to journal. We will be celebrating America's 250th birthday with patriotic props, fancy pens, and red, white, and blue stickers. There will be 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. 
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #mapltweenprograms #maplteenprograms #dropincraft #dropincrafts #dropincrafting #afterschoolcrafts #Journaling #journalinspiration #journalingcommunity #journaling #americas250 #americas250th
Chair Yoga on Zoom - NOW EVERY THURSDAY @ 2:00PM 🪑🧘🧘‍♂️🧘‍♀️🖥️ For patrons who have difficulty with 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 Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83517216513?pwd=w8gaprbuto8Sc4hd0yYdYUPTDg06ZB.1 Meeting ID: 835 1721 6513 Passcode: 905107 QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #chairyoga #chairyogafitness #zoomchairyoga #allisonsorokinyoga #allisonsorokinyogaandfitness #alignyogaandstrength
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Teen Patriotic Craft on the Go - Thursday, July 2nd, Noon until GONE! Our country is celebrating it's 250th! Why not join the fun with a patriotic craft you can make (and maybe wear) over the holiday weekend. Stop by the Teen Place today to grab a craft kit with everything you need to be red, white, and blue. Open to patrons in 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 #TeenCraftOnTheGo
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Baby Explorers - Wednesday, July 8th @ 10:30AM We invite you to join us for a playful program for our littlest patrons! Our meeting room will be set up as a safe place for babies to explore lots of age-appropriate toys while caregivers can meet and chat. Each month we will put out different toys that make noise, light up, or are just plain fun. We can't wait to see you! Open to children ages 6-18 months and their caregivers. Registration is required: https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=366192 QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #libraryprogramsforbabies #babyexplorers
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Lego Club - Thursday, July 2nd @ 4:30PM Do you love playing with Legos? Well, the library has tons of bricks, minifigures, and interesting pieces for you to build with! Join us in the meeting room and put your building skills to the test. There may even be a challenge or two! We can't wait to see you there! Open to children entering grades K-5. Registration is required: https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=366190 QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #librarylegos #librarylegoclub
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Teen Crochet Club 🧶🪡 Wednesday, July 1st @ 7:00PM
What's the stitch? We have a new teen club at MAPL. 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. 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
Teen Crochet Club 🧶🪡 Wednesday, July 1st @ 7:00PM What's the stitch? We have a new teen club at MAPL. 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. 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
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Journaling: America's 250th 🎆✏️🖊️📔📒📓Wednesday, July 1st @ 4:30PM Drop into our meeting room for some quiet time to journal. We will be celebrating America's 250th birthday with patriotic props, fancy pens, and red, white, and blue stickers. There will be 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. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #mapltweenprograms #maplteenprograms #dropincraft #dropincrafts #dropincrafting #afterschoolcrafts #Journaling #journalinspiration #journalingcommunity #journaling #americas250 #americas250th
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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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