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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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Service Interruption

Our STELLA consortium is welcoming the Asbury Park Library as our newest member and some Library Services will be Offline June 15th through 17th! Read more...

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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.

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June 2026

Sunday June 14

2:00 pm – 3:45 pm
MOVIE: FLAG DAY
Sunday June 14
2:00 pm – 3:45 pm
MOVIE: FLAG DAY
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Set in the small farming community of Three Oaks— home to the nation’s largest Flag Day parade — Flag Day is a verité portrait of ritual, identity, and belonging in an era of political division. Over one June weekend, the film follows veterans, business owners, marching bands, and volunteers as they prepare for the town’s defining celebration. Through moments of humor, conflict, and grace, the film explores the beauty and fragility of community life and asks what stillbinds Americans together today.
Featuring: Shelly Taylor, Deborah Dunphy, Mya Thomas, Dyane Thomas-Niemzyk, Jason Niemzyk, Lyn Isbell, DeweyFoster, Allen Skip Kaiser, Monty Dunning, Albert Brayboy Jr., Rick Strauss, Albert Lee Brayboy, Levi Strauss, Marco Chavarry, Alexis McCarthy, Heather Whitlow, Barry Brown, Michael Shannon, Billy Donner, Bill Donner Sr., Barbara Donner, Laverne Brayboy, Chuck Heit, Jason Long
Produced, Edited and Directed by: Andrew Shea and Melissa Shea
RunningTime: 75 minutes
Registration not required.

2:00 pm – 2:15 pm
Sunday Stories
Sunday June 14
2:00 pm – 2:15 pm
Sunday Stories
MAPL Children's Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Join us in the Children’s Room for a Sunday story time! There will be books, songs, rhymes, and a ton of fun. What a great way to spend the last day of the weekend!
Open to children of all ages. 
No registration required. 
For questions, contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

Monday June 15

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Picnic Playtime
Monday June 15
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Picnic Playtime
MAPL Children's Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Come and picnic in the library! We have play food for you to pack in a basket and a blanket to sit on so you can picnic with your child. Maybe you can read some books together too! Hope the ants don’t carry off the ice cream!Open to children of all ages. No registrationrequired. For questions, contact: Erica Deb (732) 583-9100 maplkids@mapl.org

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Movie: Reminders of Him
Monday June 15
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Movie: Reminders of Him
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
After a perfect outing with her boyfriend, Kenna makes an unbearable mistake that sends her to prison. Seven years later, Kenna returns, hoping to rebuild her life and earn the chance to reunite with the daughter she has never known. When the custodial grandparents adamantly refuse Kenna’s attempts to see her daughter, Kenna connects withformer NFL player and local bar owner Ledger. As their secret romance develops, so do the dangers for both, leading Kenna toward heartbreak and,ultimately, the hope for a second chance.
Starring: Maika Monroe, Tyriq Withers                     
Release Date: 2026  
Rating: PG-13 
Duration: 1 hr. 54 min.
Contact: Jennifer Elliott (732) 583-9100 mapladults@mapl.org

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
English Language Conversation
Monday June 15
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
English Language Conversation
MAPL Balcony, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Every month we will be offering English LanguageConversation on the 1st and 3rd Mondays!This is a chance to practice yourEnglish. Anyone is welcome. We will work together to practice fluency.No registration required.Cada mes ofreceremos conversación en inglés. Es una oportunidad para practicar tu inglés. Todos son bienvenidos. Trabajaremos juntos para mejorar tu fluidez. No es necesario registrarse.Contact: Jennifer Elliott 732-583-9100 mapladults@mapl.org

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Teen Volunteer Orientation on Zoom
Monday June 15
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Teen Volunteer Orientation on Zoom

Description:
Did you sign up to be a volunteer for Summer Reading? This is the manditory orientation we told you about where you will learn what you will be doing during your volunteer shifts. An email with Zoom information will be sent to each volunteer the Friday before this event. If you do not receive this email, or if there is a schedule conflict, contact Miss Erica by phone or email. All volunteers who attend will receive an hour of volunteer time. 
Haven’t signed up yet? There’s still time! Come to the children’s desk to volunteer. 
For questions, contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

Tuesday June 16

11:00 am – 11:30 am
Preschool Story Time
Tuesday June 16
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

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  • ANNOUNCEMENT: Some Library Services OFFLINE June 15th through 17th!
Our STELLA consortium is welcoming the Asbury Park Library as our newest member (we'll be 44 libraries strong - 53 when you add in the branch libraries). There will be a short period of minor technical discombobulation as APL is added to our systems. 

What does that mean for our patrons?

📚 Catalog search results may not be reliable – A book may appear to be available on our shelves, but it could be checked out. If you need assistance finding a title, please ask a staff member.

📚 Library account access will be unavailable for a few days – You can check in or borrow books at MAPL, but our systems won’t be updated until after the 17th.

📚 Placing holds and Interlibrary Loan services will be paused – During those three days, you won’t be able to place holds, check on hold statuses, or receive items from Interlibrary Loan.

📚 Library card services – If you want to obtain a library card for a family member or renew your own card, you can do so before the 15th or after the 17th!

📚 Visit MAPL or any STELLA library – Feel free to enjoy visiting any STELLA library as we continue to expand our collection!

QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org
#WeAreSTELLA #WelcomeAsburyParkLibrary
  • Drop-in Father's Day Cards - Saturday, June 20th, 9 am - 5 pm
June is here, and Father’s Day is just around the corner! Visit the Children’s Room to create a special handmade card for the important man in your life. We’ll provide all the supplies—you just bring your creativity and imagination!
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  #fathersdaycards #fathersdaycardmaking
  • FLAG DAY MOVIE EVENT! Sunday, June 14th @ 2:00PM in the MAPL Meeting Room. All are welcome to join us for a screening of this documentary—no registration necessary, suitable for all ages.
Set in the small farming community of Three Oaks — home to the nation’s largest Flag Day parade — Flag Day is a verité portrait of ritual, identity, and belonging in an era of political division. Over one June weekend, the film follows veterans, business owners, marching bands, and volunteers as they prepare for the town’s defining celebration. Through moments of humor, conflict, and grace, the film explores the beauty and fragility of community life and asks what still binds Americans together today.
Produced, edited and directed by Andrew Shea and Melissa Shea
Running Time: 75 minutes
https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=358596
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplmovies  #FlagDay #FlagDayCelebration #FlagDayDocumentary
  • 🎪🎉 Cambridge Park Elementary School families, don't forget to say hello to Miss Erica and Miss Kimberly at today's End-of-Year Carnival, they'll be there until 3 pm!!! Look at all of those goodies on the table!🎉🎪

🎈 Open to all CPES students, faculty, staff, and their families
🎠 Exciting rides & games
🍿 Delicious food and sweet treats
🎨 Face painting & balloon twisting
✨ Magic show at 1 PM
🎵 DJ, local vendors, and so much more!

Bring your family, invite your school friends, and help us kick off summer with one final celebration. We can’t wait to see our CPES community come together for an unforgettable afternoon of carnival fun! ❤️💛

 #libraryontheroad
  • Sunday Stories - Sunday, June 14th @ 2:00PM 📔📚📕📖📙
Join us in the Children's Room for a Sunday story time! There will be books, songs, rhymes, and a ton of fun. What a great way to spend the last day of the weekend! Open to children of all ages. No registration required.
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #preschoolstorytime #librarystorytime #storytales #readingtime #readingtime📖❤️
  • 🎪🎉 Step Right Up, CPES Families! 🎉🎪

The countdown is on for our Cambridge Park Elementary School End-of-Year Carnival! Join us next Saturday for an afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and memories as we celebrate an amazing school year together.

🎈 Open to all CPES students, faculty, staff, and their families
🎠 Exciting rides & games
🍿 Delicious food and sweet treats
🎨 Face painting & balloon twisting
✨ Magic show at 1 PM
🎵 DJ, local vendors, and so much more!

📍 Cambridge Park Elementary School
📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🌧 Rain Date: Sunday, June 14

Bring your family, invite your school friends, and help us kick off summer with one final celebration. We can’t wait to see our CPES community come together for an unforgettable afternoon of carnival fun! ❤️💛
ANNOUNCEMENT: Some Library Services OFFLINE June 15th through 17th!
Our STELLA consortium is welcoming the Asbury Park Library as our newest member (we'll be 44 libraries strong - 53 when you add in the branch libraries). There will be a short period of minor technical discombobulation as APL is added to our systems. 

What does that mean for our patrons?

📚 Catalog search results may not be reliable – A book may appear to be available on our shelves, but it could be checked out. If you need assistance finding a title, please ask a staff member.

📚 Library account access will be unavailable for a few days – You can check in or borrow books at MAPL, but our systems won’t be updated until after the 17th.

📚 Placing holds and Interlibrary Loan services will be paused – During those three days, you won’t be able to place holds, check on hold statuses, or receive items from Interlibrary Loan.

📚 Library card services – If you want to obtain a library card for a family member or renew your own card, you can do so before the 15th or after the 17th!

📚 Visit MAPL or any STELLA library – Feel free to enjoy visiting any STELLA library as we continue to expand our collection!

QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org
#WeAreSTELLA #WelcomeAsburyParkLibrary
ANNOUNCEMENT: Some Library Services OFFLINE June 15th through 17th! Our STELLA consortium is welcoming the Asbury Park Library as our newest member (we'll be 44 libraries strong - 53 when you add in the branch libraries). There will be a short period of minor technical discombobulation as APL is added to our systems. What does that mean for our patrons? 📚 Catalog search results may not be reliable – A book may appear to be available on our shelves, but it could be checked out. If you need assistance finding a title, please ask a staff member. 📚 Library account access will be unavailable for a few days – You can check in or borrow books at MAPL, but our systems won’t be updated until after the 17th. 📚 Placing holds and Interlibrary Loan services will be paused – During those three days, you won’t be able to place holds, check on hold statuses, or receive items from Interlibrary Loan. 📚 Library card services – If you want to obtain a library card for a family member or renew your own card, you can do so before the 15th or after the 17th! 📚 Visit MAPL or any STELLA library – Feel free to enjoy visiting any STELLA library as we continue to expand our collection! QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org #WeAreSTELLA #WelcomeAsburyParkLibrary
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Drop-in Father's Day Cards - Saturday, June 20th, 9 am - 5 pm June is here, and Father’s Day is just around the corner! Visit the Children’s Room to create a special handmade card for the important man in your life. We’ll provide all the supplies—you just bring your creativity and imagination! 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 #fathersdaycards #fathersdaycardmaking
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FLAG DAY MOVIE EVENT! Sunday, June 14th @ 2:00PM in the MAPL Meeting Room. All are welcome to join us for a screening of this documentary—no registration necessary, suitable for all ages.
Set in the small farming community of Three Oaks — home to the nation’s largest Flag Day parade — Flag Day is a verité portrait of ritual, identity, and belonging in an era of political division. Over one June weekend, the film follows veterans, business owners, marching bands, and volunteers as they prepare for the town’s defining celebration. Through moments of humor, conflict, and grace, the film explores the beauty and fragility of community life and asks what still binds Americans together today.
Produced, edited and directed by Andrew Shea and Melissa Shea
Running Time: 75 minutes
https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=358596
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplmovies  #FlagDay #FlagDayCelebration #FlagDayDocumentary
FLAG DAY MOVIE EVENT! Sunday, June 14th @ 2:00PM in the MAPL Meeting Room. All are welcome to join us for a screening of this documentary—no registration necessary, suitable for all ages. Set in the small farming community of Three Oaks — home to the nation’s largest Flag Day parade — Flag Day is a verité portrait of ritual, identity, and belonging in an era of political division. Over one June weekend, the film follows veterans, business owners, marching bands, and volunteers as they prepare for the town’s defining celebration. Through moments of humor, conflict, and grace, the film explores the beauty and fragility of community life and asks what still binds Americans together today. Produced, edited and directed by Andrew Shea and Melissa Shea Running Time: 75 minutes https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=358596 QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplmovies #FlagDay #FlagDayCelebration #FlagDayDocumentary
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🎪🎉 Cambridge Park Elementary School families, don't forget to say hello to Miss Erica and Miss Kimberly at today's End-of-Year Carnival, they'll be there until 3 pm!!! Look at all of those goodies on the table!🎉🎪

🎈 Open to all CPES students, faculty, staff, and their families
🎠 Exciting rides & games
🍿 Delicious food and sweet treats
🎨 Face painting & balloon twisting
✨ Magic show at 1 PM
🎵 DJ, local vendors, and so much more!

Bring your family, invite your school friends, and help us kick off summer with one final celebration. We can’t wait to see our CPES community come together for an unforgettable afternoon of carnival fun! ❤️💛

 #libraryontheroad
🎪🎉 Cambridge Park Elementary School families, don't forget to say hello to Miss Erica and Miss Kimberly at today's End-of-Year Carnival, they'll be there until 3 pm!!! Look at all of those goodies on the table!🎉🎪 🎈 Open to all CPES students, faculty, staff, and their families 🎠 Exciting rides & games 🍿 Delicious food and sweet treats 🎨 Face painting & balloon twisting ✨ Magic show at 1 PM 🎵 DJ, local vendors, and so much more! Bring your family, invite your school friends, and help us kick off summer with one final celebration. We can’t wait to see our CPES community come together for an unforgettable afternoon of carnival fun! ❤️💛 #libraryontheroad
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Sunday Stories - Sunday, June 14th @ 2:00PM 📔📚📕📖📙
Join us in the Children's Room for a Sunday story time! There will be books, songs, rhymes, and a ton of fun. What a great way to spend the last day of the weekend! Open to children of all ages. No registration required.
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #preschoolstorytime #librarystorytime #storytales #readingtime #readingtime📖❤️
Sunday Stories - Sunday, June 14th @ 2:00PM 📔📚📕📖📙 Join us in the Children's Room for a Sunday story time! There will be books, songs, rhymes, and a ton of fun. What a great way to spend the last day of the weekend! Open to children of all ages. No registration required. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #preschoolstorytime #librarystorytime #storytales #readingtime #readingtime📖❤️
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🎪🎉 Step Right Up, CPES Families! 🎉🎪

The countdown is on for our Cambridge Park Elementary School End-of-Year Carnival! Join us next Saturday for an afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and memories as we celebrate an amazing school year together.

🎈 Open to all CPES students, faculty, staff, and their families
🎠 Exciting rides & games
🍿 Delicious food and sweet treats
🎨 Face painting & balloon twisting
✨ Magic show at 1 PM
🎵 DJ, local vendors, and so much more!

📍 Cambridge Park Elementary School
📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🌧 Rain Date: Sunday, June 14

Bring your family, invite your school friends, and help us kick off summer with one final celebration. We can’t wait to see our CPES community come together for an unforgettable afternoon of carnival fun! ❤️💛
🎪🎉 Step Right Up, CPES Families! 🎉🎪 The countdown is on for our Cambridge Park Elementary School End-of-Year Carnival! Join us next Saturday for an afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and memories as we celebrate an amazing school year together. 🎈 Open to all CPES students, faculty, staff, and their families 🎠 Exciting rides & games 🍿 Delicious food and sweet treats 🎨 Face painting & balloon twisting ✨ Magic show at 1 PM 🎵 DJ, local vendors, and so much more! 📍 Cambridge Park Elementary School 📅 Saturday, June 13 ⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM 🌧 Rain Date: Sunday, June 14 Bring your family, invite your school friends, and help us kick off summer with one final celebration. We can’t wait to see our CPES community come together for an unforgettable afternoon of carnival fun! ❤️💛
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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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