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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.

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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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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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July 2026

Wednesday July 22

4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Wacky Wednesday Zoom Craft
Wednesday July 22
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Wacky Wednesday Zoom Craft

Description:
Join us on Zoom for some crafting fun! We will provide you with a kit of surprise supplies. Log into Zoom and see what we will make together. Don’t forget to bring your creativity! A librarian will call you the week of the program when your kit is ready to be picked up. Open to patrons entering grades K-5.Registration is required. Join ZoomMeetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/89514281319?pwd=MU1DOGtiUy8yRkg3NFB0WmF6MjVWQT09Meeting ID: 895 1428 1319Passcode: 911638For questions, contact: Erica Deb (732) 583-9100 maplkids@mapl.org

This is an online event! Please join us at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89514281319?pwd=MU1DOGtiUy8yRkg3NFB0WmF6MjVWQT09

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
MAPL Multimedia Meet-Up
Wednesday July 22
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/88163381863?pwd=Al2fx9pZ3kEjtOd1Y2cFzaTsfpfH9a.1
Meeting ID: 881 6338 1863
Passcode: 108440
Contact: Kimberly Paone 732-583-9100, kpaone@mapl.org

This is an online event! Please join us at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88163381863?pwd=Al2fx9pZ3kEjtOd1Y2cFzaTsfpfH9a.1

7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - CARDAMOM (PEACH JAM)
Wednesday July 22
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - CARDAMOM (PEACH JAM)

Description:
Try our new electronic resource: LIBRARY CHEF! The July Spice Club is Here! 
This month’s highlighted spice: CARDAMOM! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning JULY 18th.
Simple instructions to join our live online cooking class. No special apps or Zoom required. Cannot join live? Watch the replay anytime!Live Class: Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026Time: 7:30 PM 
This special session will guide you step by step through making Cardamom Peach Jam – exploring the warm, sweet aroma of cardamom. Use the spice from your kit to cook along and create a fresh and flavorful jam at home!
To join, visit login.librarychef.com, create your account using your library card, or log in if you already have one. 
This program is also available online through the Library Chef Electronic Resource available on our website: http://www.mapl.org
Stop by, grab your kit, and join the fun!
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org

Thursday July 23

10:30 am – 11:15 am
Baby and Me Yoga
Thursday July 23
10:30 am – 11:15 am
Baby and Me Yoga
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Join us in the meeting room for stetching and giggles with yoga instructor Nicole. Spend some quality time with your little one while building your calm and peace… and maybe a few giggles. 
Open to children ages 6 months – 18 months. 
Registration is required. 
NOTE: Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel to sit on. 
For questions,contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Chair Yoga on Zoom
Thursday July 23
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 – 6:00 pm
Arrayscape Gaming
Thursday July 23
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Arrayscape Gaming
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Our friends from Arrayscape Gaming will join us in the meeting room for some coding through a Minecraft adventure. Show off your skills as we work together to build and complete challenges, all in a dinosaur theme! 
Open to patrons entering grades 6-12.
Registrationis required. 
For questions, contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
SEA GLASS CRAFT PROGRAM
Thursday July 23
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
SEA GLASS CRAFT PROGRAM
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Discover the beauty of sea glass art! Join us for a relaxing and creative workshop where you’ll transform colorful sea glass into a unique nature scene. Every piece is different, making each artwork truly one of a kind. No experience necessary—all materials provided.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED, must be as MAPL patron and at least 18 years of age.
Contact: Jennifer Elliott (732) 583-9100, mapladults@mapl.org

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  • LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - CARDAMOM (PEACH JAM) 🍑
Wednesday, July 22nd @ 7:30PM
The July Spice Club is Here! This month's highlighted spice: CARDAMOM! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning JULY 18th.
This special session will guide you step by step through making Cardamom Peach Jam - exploring the warm, sweet aroma of cardamom. Use the spice from your kit to cook along and create a fresh and flavorful jam at home!
Simple instructions to join our live online cooking class... no special apps or Zoom required. Cannot join live? Watch the replay anytime!
To join, visit login.librarychef.com, create your account using your library card, or log in if you already have one.
This program is also available online through the Library Chef Electronic Resource available on our website: www.mapl.org
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #LibraryChef #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #allyouneedisalibrarycard #cardamom #cardamomjam #peachjam #peachjams
  • Baby and Me Yoga 🧘🏽‍♀️Thursday, July 23rd @ 10:30AM
Join us in the meeting room for stetching and giggles with yoga instructor Nicole. Spend some quality time with your little one while building your calm and peace... and maybe a few giggles. 
Open to children ages 6 months - 18 months. 
Registration is required: https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=367018
NOTE: Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel to sit on. 
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms
#mapladultprograms #babyandmeyoga
  • We have playaways for adults AND kids!! What's a playaway, you ask???? It's a super handy-dandy, light and portable, preloaded audiobook. Just plug in your personal headphones to the universal port and press ▶️. One AAA battery (which we provide at the Circulation Desk) lasts over 30+ hours, no internet or Wi-Fi needed. Reduce your screen time and multitask while reading!!! You can even use it in your car with an auxiliary cord! No headphones? We sell them at the Circ Desk for a buck!
We have playaways in both Adults and Youth services; ask your MAPL staff for assistance in locating them!
#libraryplayaways #playaways #playawaysarethebestinventionever #ReadByListening
  • The Youth Services Featured Electronic Resource for July is BOOKFLIX!!! 
Found on our Youth Resources page (https://mapl.org/k-8-resources/), Scholastic BookFlix is an online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. The engaging way to link fact and fiction, BookFlix reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration.
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #youthelectronicresources #BookFlix #libraryelectronicresources
  • Movie: A League of Their Own 🎥🎞️ Monday, July 27th @ 2:00PM
As America's stock of athletic young men is depleted during World War II, a professional all-female baseball league springs up in the Midwest, funded by publicity-hungry candy maker Walter Harvey. Competitive sisters Dottie Hinson and Kit Keller spar with each other, scout Ernie Capadino and grumpy has-been coach Jimmy Dugan on their way to fame. Madonna and Rosie O'Donnell co-star as two of the sisters' teammates.
Starring: Tom Hanks, Geena Davis 
Release Date: 1992 
Rating: PG 
Duration: 2 hr 6 min
Our Summer Reading Theme is Unearth a Story. It is also our nation’s 250th anniversary. We will offer a mix of current hits, patriotic films and old(er) movies to enjoy throughout the summer!
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplmovies #MovieMonday #moviemondays #moviemonday #aleagueoftheirown #aleagueoftheirownmovie
  • LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - CARDAMOM (PEACH JAM) 🍑
Wednesday, July 22nd @ 7:30PM
The July Spice Club is Here! This month's highlighted spice: CARDAMOM! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning JULY 18th.
This special session will guide you step by step through making Cardamom Peach Jam - exploring the warm, sweet aroma of cardamom. Use the spice from your kit to cook along and create a fresh and flavorful jam at home!
Simple instructions to join our live online cooking class... no special apps or Zoom required. Cannot join live? Watch the replay anytime!
To join, visit login.librarychef.com, create your account using your library card, or log in if you already have one.
This program is also available online through the Library Chef Electronic Resource available on our website: www.mapl.org
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #LibraryChef #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #allyouneedisalibrarycard #cardamom #cardamomjam #peachjam #peachjams
LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - CARDAMOM (PEACH JAM) 🍑
Wednesday, July 22nd @ 7:30PM
The July Spice Club is Here! This month's highlighted spice: CARDAMOM! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning JULY 18th.
This special session will guide you step by step through making Cardamom Peach Jam - exploring the warm, sweet aroma of cardamom. Use the spice from your kit to cook along and create a fresh and flavorful jam at home!
Simple instructions to join our live online cooking class... no special apps or Zoom required. Cannot join live? Watch the replay anytime!
To join, visit login.librarychef.com, create your account using your library card, or log in if you already have one.
This program is also available online through the Library Chef Electronic Resource available on our website: www.mapl.org
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #LibraryChef #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #allyouneedisalibrarycard #cardamom #cardamomjam #peachjam #peachjams
LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - CARDAMOM (PEACH JAM) 🍑 Wednesday, July 22nd @ 7:30PM The July Spice Club is Here! This month's highlighted spice: CARDAMOM! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning JULY 18th. This special session will guide you step by step through making Cardamom Peach Jam - exploring the warm, sweet aroma of cardamom. Use the spice from your kit to cook along and create a fresh and flavorful jam at home! Simple instructions to join our live online cooking class... no special apps or Zoom required. Cannot join live? Watch the replay anytime! To join, visit login.librarychef.com, create your account using your library card, or log in if you already have one. This program is also available online through the Library Chef Electronic Resource available on our website: www.mapl.org QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #LibraryChef #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #allyouneedisalibrarycard #cardamom #cardamomjam #peachjam #peachjams
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Baby and Me Yoga 🧘🏽‍♀️Thursday, July 23rd @ 10:30AM Join us in the meeting room for stetching and giggles with yoga instructor Nicole. Spend some quality time with your little one while building your calm and peace... and maybe a few giggles. Open to children ages 6 months - 18 months. Registration is required: https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=367018 NOTE: Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel to sit on. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #mapladultprograms #babyandmeyoga
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We have playaways for adults AND kids!! What's a playaway, you ask???? It's a super handy-dandy, light and portable, preloaded audiobook. Just plug in your personal headphones to the universal port and press ▶️. One AAA battery (which we provide at the Circulation Desk) lasts over 30+ hours, no internet or Wi-Fi needed. Reduce your screen time and multitask while reading!!! You can even use it in your car with an auxiliary cord! No headphones? We sell them at the Circ Desk for a buck!
We have playaways in both Adults and Youth services; ask your MAPL staff for assistance in locating them!
#libraryplayaways #playaways #playawaysarethebestinventionever #ReadByListening
We have playaways for adults AND kids!! What's a playaway, you ask???? It's a super handy-dandy, light and portable, preloaded audiobook. Just plug in your personal headphones to the universal port and press ▶️. One AAA battery (which we provide at the Circulation Desk) lasts over 30+ hours, no internet or Wi-Fi needed. Reduce your screen time and multitask while reading!!! You can even use it in your car with an auxiliary cord! No headphones? We sell them at the Circ Desk for a buck! We have playaways in both Adults and Youth services; ask your MAPL staff for assistance in locating them! #libraryplayaways #playaways #playawaysarethebestinventionever #ReadByListening
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The Youth Services Featured Electronic Resource for July is BOOKFLIX!!! Found on our Youth Resources page (https://mapl.org/k-8-resources/), Scholastic BookFlix is an online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. The engaging way to link fact and fiction, BookFlix reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration. QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #youthelectronicresources #BookFlix #libraryelectronicresources
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Movie: A League of Their Own 🎥🎞️ Monday, July 27th @ 2:00PM As America's stock of athletic young men is depleted during World War II, a professional all-female baseball league springs up in the Midwest, funded by publicity-hungry candy maker Walter Harvey. Competitive sisters Dottie Hinson and Kit Keller spar with each other, scout Ernie Capadino and grumpy has-been coach Jimmy Dugan on their way to fame. Madonna and Rosie O'Donnell co-star as two of the sisters' teammates. Starring: Tom Hanks, Geena Davis Release Date: 1992 Rating: PG Duration: 2 hr 6 min Our Summer Reading Theme is Unearth a Story. It is also our nation’s 250th anniversary. We will offer a mix of current hits, patriotic films and old(er) movies to enjoy throughout the summer! QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplmovies #MovieMonday #moviemondays #moviemonday #aleagueoftheirown #aleagueoftheirownmovie
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LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - CARDAMOM (PEACH JAM) 🍑
Wednesday, July 22nd @ 7:30PM
The July Spice Club is Here! This month's highlighted spice: CARDAMOM! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning JULY 18th.
This special session will guide you step by step through making Cardamom Peach Jam - exploring the warm, sweet aroma of cardamom. Use the spice from your kit to cook along and create a fresh and flavorful jam at home!
Simple instructions to join our live online cooking class... no special apps or Zoom required. Cannot join live? Watch the replay anytime!
To join, visit login.librarychef.com, create your account using your library card, or log in if you already have one.
This program is also available online through the Library Chef Electronic Resource available on our website: www.mapl.org
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #LibraryChef #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #allyouneedisalibrarycard #cardamom #cardamomjam #peachjam #peachjams
LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - CARDAMOM (PEACH JAM) 🍑 Wednesday, July 22nd @ 7:30PM The July Spice Club is Here! This month's highlighted spice: CARDAMOM! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning JULY 18th. This special session will guide you step by step through making Cardamom Peach Jam - exploring the warm, sweet aroma of cardamom. Use the spice from your kit to cook along and create a fresh and flavorful jam at home! Simple instructions to join our live online cooking class... no special apps or Zoom required. Cannot join live? Watch the replay anytime! To join, visit login.librarychef.com, create your account using your library card, or log in if you already have one. This program is also available online through the Library Chef Electronic Resource available on our website: www.mapl.org QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #LibraryChef #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #allyouneedisalibrarycard #cardamom #cardamomjam #peachjam #peachjams
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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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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.