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ABCmouse Early Learning Academy stimulates a child’s enthusiasm for learning through books, games, puzzles, art, songs, music videos, and more
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MAPL will be closed Saturday 5/24 through Monday, 5/26 for the Memorial Day weekend. We will reopen on Tuesday 5/27 at 10am.
Check out our new online database of high-quality educational materials for teachers, families, homeschoolers, and librarians.
Patrons can now access the New York Times daily newspaper! (7/23/24)
Review the notice about our updated Computer Lab and new WordPress website. (5/8/25)
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Miss Jenn got Caught Reading during FAN EXPO in Philadelphia this past weekend! Yes, she chose to read the first book of the Sarah Maas "Throne of Glass" series (nice accidental hand placement) rather than attempt to talk with William Shatner. Excellent decision, Jenn, although the main character, 18-year-old assassin...
English Language Conversation - Monday, May 19th @ 7:00PM in the MAPL Meeting Room 🗣️ On the third Monday of every month we will be offering English Language Conversation. This is a chance to practice your English. Anyone is welcome. We will work together to practice fluency. No registration required....
Lego Club - Tuesday, May 20th @ 4:20PM Lego Club is so nice we're doing it twice! Join us for our second Lego Club session of the month in the meeting room and put your building skills to the test. We have tons of bricks, minifigures, and interesting pieces for...
Movie: Saint Ralph - Monday, May 19th @ 2:00PM 🎥🎞️ This Canadian made comedy/drama, set in Hamilton, Ontario in 1954, is a sweet and, at times, goofy story that becomes increasingly poignant as the minutes tick by. It's the fictional tale of a wayward 9th grader, Ralph, who is secretly...
Puzzle Playtime - Monday, May 19th from 10 am - Noon 🧩 Stop by the Children's Room this morning to play with some puzzles! We will have puzzles big and small for you piece together. We can't wait to see you! Open to children of all ages. No registration required....
Let's welcome MAVERICK to the Matawan Aberdeen Public Library! We loved meeting this wonderful little gent and his delightful family, and look forward to seeing them often! Summer Reading for ALL AGES begins June 21st. #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #SummerReading2025 #newlibrarycard #librarypatrons #maverickisadorable
Newly added items from all STELLA consortium members, available for pickup at MAPL.
Additional new items listings are available on our New Material page
I love being here, the wonderful team is always ready to help, I am very grateful to you, especially to the computer room assistant Rick, with his light hand 🙂 I can do something important for myself and those around me! Thank you!!!
So many great activities, and easy to find information online. They also have an app you can get for free ebooks.
Josephine was very helpful and advised me of all the incredible programs the offer, many of which are free. They have a vast array of literature, DVDs as well as online courses and other zoom classes.
Small town libraries are the best libraries but even the big ones don't have their own Gus. Come see Gus in the children's room.
My 5 and 3 year old love the craft on the go program. They used to enjoy the train table and crayon tables a lot, before COVID. I have been to Middletown library which may have more stuff but the Aberdeen library has most inviting environment, and more interactive librarians.
I love this library. It's small but has a great staff, interesting programs and is part of a larger consortium of libraries to make many more books, audio books, videos, etc. easily available.
I moved to the area last year and finely got around to visiting the library . They were SO very nice in helping me obtain a library card and answering any questions. They made me feel so welcome . It’s so refreshing to have such a great experience. I’m looking forward to visit more often 🙂
I love a good library. Okay, I am lying. I love a great library. The Matawan Aberdeen Public Library (MAPL) is one of my favorite libraries. It houses many reference books and magazines that are physical and via electronic resources. There are plenty of places to work and study. It should be noted they do not have a quiet room, however. They have many of the most current and popular magazines.They offer interlibrary loans (ILL) on DVDs, books, and audio books. For those who don't know what ILL means, MAPL can obtain it from another library outside of their system to fill our requests. This library also carries the very latest titles, Oprah's and Reese Witherspoon's choices for book clubs, latest nonfiction, manga, and children's books. If they do not carry it, I simply fill out a card and they will consider purchasing it. They have not just DVDs but Blu-rays and Playaway(™) audios . The latter is vital for me because of my long commutes. This library also has a warm and caring staff. How many times have I frequented this library and everyone I have seen returning or checking out materials, the staff always have light and fun conversations with the patrons. They get to know you and welcome you with smiles and laughter. Several circulation staff are also exceptionally knowledgeable in their books. They are quick with some suggested titles. If you have any questions, the reference librarians are always try their best to answer your queries. Sometimes you just have to wait a tad bit because they can be tied up doing something. If that is the case, just let the circulation staff or the tech guy know and they will find a librarian for you. They offer a barrage of programs for both children and adults. If you want to learn how to knit, chair tai chi, join a book club, play mahjong, storytime, learn about coding, make slime, they've got you covered. With all that is wonderful, why only four stars then? While it is wonderful the staff loves to make you feel welcomed, sometimes there is a line that forms and sometimes you are in a hurry. While I personally don't have a problem with waiting, I have seen some disgruntled patrons. Once they are up and being serviced, the smiles are quickly found again.
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.
165 Main St., Matawan, NJ 07747
Phone: 732-583-9100
Email: info@mapl.org
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
10am – 9pm
Tuesday & Friday
10am – 6pm
Saturday
9am – 1pm (summer)
9am – 5pm (after Labor Day)
Sunday
12pm – 5pm
Comments or questions? Send an email to techq@mapl.org or give us a call at 732-583-9100. Please include a valid email address if you’d like a direct response to your question.
Day Hours Monday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
If you don't already have a library card, stop by the library to register - or you can complete our online form and we will provide you with a card number and PIN within about 24 hours.