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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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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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June 2026

Monday June 1

10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Pineapple Bowling
Monday June 1
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Pineapple Bowling
MAPL Children's Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Do you love bowling? Do you love things that aretropical? How about pineapples and coconuts? Then today is for you! Stop by the library and try to get a strike with our pineapple bowling set! If you knock down all the pineapples, the librarian will even give you a prize. Sweet! Open to children of all ages. No registration required.For questions, contact: Erica Deb (732) 583-9100 maplkids@mapl.org

2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Movie: Bros
Monday June 1
2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Movie: Bros
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Universal Pictures proudly presents the first romantic comedy from a major studio about two gay men maybe, possibly, probably, stumbling towards love. Maybe. They’re both very busy. From the ferocious comic mind of Billy Eichner and the hitmaking brilliance of filmmakers Nicholas Stoller and Judd Apatow, comes Bros, a smart, swoony and heartfelt comedy about finding sex, love and romance amidst the madness.
Starring: Billy Eichner, Luke MacFarland  
Release Date: 2022 
Rating: R          
Duration: 1 hr.55 min.
Contact: Jennifer Elliott (732) 583-9100 mapladults@mapl.org

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
English Language Conversation
Monday June 1
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

Wednesday June 3

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
MAPL Multimedia Meet-Up
Wednesday June 3
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/86766216227?pwd=b95DEg8vabWXEMYkyKguxbaAMvdL4E.1
Meeting ID: 867 6621 6227
Passcode: 292170
Contact: Kimberly Paone 732-583-9100, kpaone@mapl.org

This is an online event! Please join us at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86766216227?pwd=b95DEg8vabWXEMYkyKguxbaAMvdL4E.1

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Teen Crochet Club
Wednesday June 3
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Teen Crochet Club
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
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 needit, and we can also provide some assistance with learning. Hope to see you there! 
Open to patrons in grades 6-12. 
No registration required.
For questions, contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

Thursday June 4

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Chair Yoga on Zoom
Thursday June 4
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Chair Yoga on Zoom

Description:
NOW EVERY THURSDAY!
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 andStrength, 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 isto 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

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Genealogy Club
Thursday June 4
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Genealogy Club
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Whether you are just starting your genealogy journey or you are a seasoned genealogist, this group is for you.
If you are new to genealogy, our mission is to help with research tools and resources.
If you have been doing research for some time, we would love to benefit from some of your wisdom and experience!
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org

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  • Pineapple Bowling 🍍🎳 Monday, June 1st, 10 am - Noon
Do you love bowling? Do you love things that are tropical? How about pineapples and coconuts? Then today is for you! Stop by the library and try to get a strike with our pineapple bowling set! If you knock down all the pineapples, the librarian will even give you a prize. Sweet!
Open to children of all ages. No registration required.
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #librarygameday #librarymondayfunday #DropInPlay #pineapplebowling
  • Your Library during Staff Day promoting Get Caught Reading month with a few of our favorite books from home and MAPL!

EVERY day is a good day to Get Caught Reading!

QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #mapladultprograms #maplteenprograms #getcaughtreading #getcaughtreadingmonth #GetCaughtReading #getcaughtreading2026
  • English Language Conversation 🗣️Monday, June 1st & 15th @ 7:00PM
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
  • Movie: Bros 🎥🎞️ Monday, June 1st @ 2:00PM
Universal Pictures proudly presents the first romantic comedy from a major studio about two gay men maybe, possibly, probably, stumbling towards love. Maybe. They're both very busy. From the ferocious comic mind of Billy Eichner and the hitmaking brilliance of filmmakers Nicholas Stoller and Judd Apatow, comes Bros, a smart, swoony and heartfelt comedy about finding sex, love and romance amidst the madness.
Starring: Billy Eichner, Luke Macfarlane, Guy Branum 
Release Date: 2022 
Rating: R 
Duration: 1 hr. 55 min.
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplmovies #MovieMonday #moviemondays #moviemonday
  • You know that stereotype that librarians just shush people and read all day? 🤣
Although that would be dreamy, we care too much about the library's success and YOU to ignore everything and dive into a book, but in our free time, WE MOST CERTAINLY READ as much as possible!
Although we DO suggest that you try out those cushy maroon chairs near the bow window... those really are quite comfy.
Get Caught Reading isn't just for May, it's FOREVER.

QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #mapladultprograms #maplteenprograms #getcaughtreading #getcaughtreadingmonth #GetCaughtReading #getcaughtreading2026
  • Pineapple Bowling 🍍🎳 Monday, June 1st, 10 am - Noon
Do you love bowling? Do you love things that are tropical? How about pineapples and coconuts? Then this day is for you! Stop by the library and try to get a strike with our pineapple bowling set! If you knock down all the pineapples, the librarian will even give you a prize. Sweet!
Open to children of all ages. No registration required.
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #librarygameday #librarymondayfunday #DropInPlay #pineapplebowling
Pineapple Bowling 🍍🎳 Monday, June 1st, 10 am - Noon Do you love bowling? Do you love things that are tropical? How about pineapples and coconuts? Then today is for you! Stop by the library and try to get a strike with our pineapple bowling set! If you knock down all the pineapples, the librarian will even give you a prize. Sweet! Open to children of all ages. No registration required. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #librarygameday #librarymondayfunday #DropInPlay #pineapplebowling
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Your Library during Staff Day promoting Get Caught Reading month with a few of our favorite books from home and MAPL!

EVERY day is a good day to Get Caught Reading!

QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #mapladultprograms #maplteenprograms #getcaughtreading #getcaughtreadingmonth #GetCaughtReading #getcaughtreading2026
Your Library during Staff Day promoting Get Caught Reading month with a few of our favorite books from home and MAPL! EVERY day is a good day to Get Caught Reading! QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #mapladultprograms #maplteenprograms #getcaughtreading #getcaughtreadingmonth #GetCaughtReading #getcaughtreading2026
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English Language Conversation 🗣️Monday, June 1st & 15th @ 7:00PM 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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Movie: Bros 🎥🎞️ Monday, June 1st @ 2:00PM Universal Pictures proudly presents the first romantic comedy from a major studio about two gay men maybe, possibly, probably, stumbling towards love. Maybe. They're both very busy. From the ferocious comic mind of Billy Eichner and the hitmaking brilliance of filmmakers Nicholas Stoller and Judd Apatow, comes Bros, a smart, swoony and heartfelt comedy about finding sex, love and romance amidst the madness. Starring: Billy Eichner, Luke Macfarlane, Guy Branum Release Date: 2022 Rating: R Duration: 1 hr. 55 min. QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplmovies #MovieMonday #moviemondays #moviemonday
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You know that stereotype that librarians just shush people and read all day? 🤣
Although that would be dreamy, we care too much about the library's success and YOU to ignore everything and dive into a book, but in our free time, WE MOST CERTAINLY READ as much as possible!
Although we DO suggest that you try out those cushy maroon chairs near the bow window... those really are quite comfy.
Get Caught Reading isn't just for May, it's FOREVER.

QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #mapladultprograms #maplteenprograms #getcaughtreading #getcaughtreadingmonth #GetCaughtReading #getcaughtreading2026
You know that stereotype that librarians just shush people and read all day? 🤣 Although that would be dreamy, we care too much about the library's success and YOU to ignore everything and dive into a book, but in our free time, WE MOST CERTAINLY READ as much as possible! Although we DO suggest that you try out those cushy maroon chairs near the bow window... those really are quite comfy. Get Caught Reading isn't just for May, it's FOREVER. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: info@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #mapladultprograms #maplteenprograms #getcaughtreading #getcaughtreadingmonth #GetCaughtReading #getcaughtreading2026
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Pineapple Bowling 🍍🎳 Monday, June 1st, 10 am - Noon Do you love bowling? Do you love things that are tropical? How about pineapples and coconuts? Then this day is for you! Stop by the library and try to get a strike with our pineapple bowling set! If you knock down all the pineapples, the librarian will even give you a prize. Sweet! Open to children of all ages. No registration required. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #librarygameday #librarymondayfunday #DropInPlay #pineapplebowling
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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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