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Class Cancelled

Tonight's English Language Conversation class has been cancelled. Will resume on August 17th.

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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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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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Featured Resources

Two Mobile Apps that Every Visitor Needs

The STELLA App

Place holds on items across all STELLA member libraries and choose your pickup location. Manage your library account: view holds, checkouts, and renew items. Store a digital copy of your library card on your device so you always have it with you.

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The libby App

Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more from your local library for free! libby is the newer library reading app by OverDrive, loved by millions of readers worldwide. All you need to get started is a library card.

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August 2026

Wednesday August 5

10:30 am – 11:00 am
Baby Explorers
Wednesday August 5
10:30 am – 11:00 am
Baby Explorers
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
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.Contact: Erica Deb (732) 583-9100 maplkids@mapl.org

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
MAPL Multimedia Meet-Up
Wednesday August 5
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/88280752475?pwd=eSkoa9DtIE1zMxtZLnuLhV9ne0ypUt.1
Meeting ID: 882 8075 2475
Passcode: 363124
Contact: Kimberly Paone 732-583-9100, kpaone@mapl.org

This is an online event! Please join us at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88280752475?pwd=eSkoa9DtIE1zMxtZLnuLhV9ne0ypUt.1

Thursday August 6

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Chair Yoga on Zoom
Thursday August 6
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 August 6
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

Friday August 7

10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Craft on the Go
Friday August 7
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 – 12:30 pm
Mahjong Club
Friday August 7
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
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.

4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Stuffed Animal Workshop
Friday August 7
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
Stuffed Animal Workshop
MAPL Meeting Room, 165 Main Street, Matawan 07747 NJ

Description:
Not all dinosaurs are scary. Some are completelyhuggable! Join us in the meeting room to listen to a story and make your own prehistoric friend to take home. 
Open to children of all ages.
Registration is required. Please register each child for one session only.
For questions, contact: Erica Deb   (732) 583-9100   maplkids@mapl.org

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  • Our knowledgeable social worker, James, has requested that we share this incredible school supplies drive with all our patrons and friends. Please help us spread the word and contact the Loves for more info!

Questions for our MAPL social worker? Contact James: 732.583.9100, email SocialWork@mapl.org, or for more info: mapl.org/socialwork
  • LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - GINGER (SPICY TOFU LETTUCE WRAP)
Wednesday August 12 2026 7:30PM
The August Spice Club is Here! This month's highlighted spice: GINGER! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning AUGUST 8th.

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, August 12th
Time: 7:30 PM 

During this interactive session, we'll prepare Tofu Lettuce Wraps together while discovering how Ground Ginger adds warm, aromatic flavor to everyday cooking. Follow along using the spice from your kit and learn simple techniques you can use again and again in your own kitchen.

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

Stop by, grab your kit, and join the fun!

QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #LibraryChef #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #allyouneedisalibrarycard #gingerspice #gingerspices #tofulettucewraps
  • THE LOST ART OF WRITING A LETTER ✒️ Thursday, August 6th @ 7:00PM
Snail Mail? Happy Mail? When was the last time you received a letter from a friend?
Join us as we rediscover the joy of writing a personal letter. Learn a few simple tips, embellish paper to make your own stationery, and write a letter to a friend or loved one. All supplies will be provided.
Registration is required: https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=383993
QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #personalletter #personalletterwriting #artofwritingaletter #artofwritingletters #writingletters #writinglettersisfun
  • Lego Club - Thursday, August 6th @ 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=376032
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #librarylegos #librarylegoclub
  • Baby Explorers 👶🔍Wednesday, August 5th @ 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=376037
QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #libraryprogramsforbabies #babyexplorers
  • The AUGUST 2026 digital issue of "All Around Matawan-Aberdeen" is now available here: 🗞️ https://tinyurl.com/AAMA-August-2026
Print copies are available in the Library. 

This month, our Library Director, Kimberly Paone, reminds you that there's still time to participate in our summer reading programs with weekly raffles and events for kids, teens, and adults throughout August. Highlights include: a letter-writing workshop and camp-themed movie nights for adults; a Jurassic Park Movie Night with trivia and desserts, and a cooking class to make Greek dips for teens; and various fitness, science, and yoga activities for kids leading up to the End Party on August 22, featuring prehistoric art and a face painter! 
Read more on page 12; call us with questions: 732.583.9100. Keep in touch with what's going on at MAPL by checking right here on our social media, or on our homepage at mapl.org!

#MAPLnews #allaroundmatawanaberdeen #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #MAPLprograms #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #maplteenprograms #mapladultprograms #maplsummerreading #summerreading #summerreading2026 #UnearthAStory
Our knowledgeable social worker, James, has requested that we share this incredible school supplies drive with all our patrons and friends. Please help us spread the word and contact the Loves for more info!

Questions for our MAPL social worker? Contact James: 732.583.9100, email SocialWork@mapl.org, or for more info: mapl.org/socialwork
Our knowledgeable social worker, James, has requested that we share this incredible school supplies drive with all our patrons and friends. Please help us spread the word and contact the Loves for more info! Questions for our MAPL social worker? Contact James: 732.583.9100, email SocialWork@mapl.org, or for more info: mapl.org/socialwork
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LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - GINGER (SPICY TOFU LETTUCE WRAP)
Wednesday August 12 2026 7:30PM
The August Spice Club is Here! This month's highlighted spice: GINGER! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning AUGUST 8th.

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, August 12th
Time: 7:30 PM 

During this interactive session, we'll prepare Tofu Lettuce Wraps together while discovering how Ground Ginger adds warm, aromatic flavor to everyday cooking. Follow along using the spice from your kit and learn simple techniques you can use again and again in your own kitchen.

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

Stop by, grab your kit, and join the fun!

QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org
#mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #LibraryChef #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #allyouneedisalibrarycard #gingerspice #gingerspices #tofulettucewraps
LIBRARY CHEF - SPICE CLUB - GINGER (SPICY TOFU LETTUCE WRAP) Wednesday August 12 2026 7:30PM The August Spice Club is Here! This month's highlighted spice: GINGER! Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit at the Circulation Desk beginning AUGUST 8th. 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, August 12th Time: 7:30 PM During this interactive session, we'll prepare Tofu Lettuce Wraps together while discovering how Ground Ginger adds warm, aromatic flavor to everyday cooking. Follow along using the spice from your kit and learn simple techniques you can use again and again in your own kitchen. 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 Stop by, grab your kit, and join the fun! QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #LibraryChef #digitalresources #libraryelectronicresources #allyouneedisalibrarycard #gingerspice #gingerspices #tofulettucewraps
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THE LOST ART OF WRITING A LETTER ✒️ Thursday, August 6th @ 7:00PM Snail Mail? Happy Mail? When was the last time you received a letter from a friend? Join us as we rediscover the joy of writing a personal letter. Learn a few simple tips, embellish paper to make your own stationery, and write a letter to a friend or loved one. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required: https://mapl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=383993 QUESTIONS? Call: (732) 583-9100 or email: mapladults@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #mapladultprograms #personalletter #personalletterwriting #artofwritingaletter #artofwritingletters #writingletters #writinglettersisfun
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Lego Club - Thursday, August 6th @ 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=376032 QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #librarylegos #librarylegoclub
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Baby Explorers 👶🔍Wednesday, August 5th @ 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=376037 QUESTIONS? Call: 732-583-9100 or email: maplkids@mapl.org #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #libraryprogramsforbabies #babyexplorers
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The AUGUST 2026 digital issue of "All Around Matawan-Aberdeen" is now available here: 🗞️ https://tinyurl.com/AAMA-August-2026
Print copies are available in the Library. 

This month, our Library Director, Kimberly Paone, reminds you that there's still time to participate in our summer reading programs with weekly raffles and events for kids, teens, and adults throughout August. Highlights include: a letter-writing workshop and camp-themed movie nights for adults; a Jurassic Park Movie Night with trivia and desserts, and a cooking class to make Greek dips for teens; and various fitness, science, and yoga activities for kids leading up to the End Party on August 22, featuring prehistoric art and a face painter! 
Read more on page 12; call us with questions: 732.583.9100. Keep in touch with what's going on at MAPL by checking right here on our social media, or on our homepage at mapl.org!

#MAPLnews #allaroundmatawanaberdeen #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #MAPLprograms #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #maplteenprograms #mapladultprograms #maplsummerreading #summerreading #summerreading2026 #UnearthAStory
The AUGUST 2026 digital issue of "All Around Matawan-Aberdeen" is now available here: 🗞️ https://tinyurl.com/AAMA-August-2026 Print copies are available in the Library. This month, our Library Director, Kimberly Paone, reminds you that there's still time to participate in our summer reading programs with weekly raffles and events for kids, teens, and adults throughout August. Highlights include: a letter-writing workshop and camp-themed movie nights for adults; a Jurassic Park Movie Night with trivia and desserts, and a cooking class to make Greek dips for teens; and various fitness, science, and yoga activities for kids leading up to the End Party on August 22, featuring prehistoric art and a face painter! Read more on page 12; call us with questions: 732.583.9100. Keep in touch with what's going on at MAPL by checking right here on our social media, or on our homepage at mapl.org! #MAPLnews #allaroundmatawanaberdeen #mapl165 #aberdeennj #matawannj #MAPLprograms #maplprograms #maplyouthprograms #maplteenprograms #mapladultprograms #maplsummerreading #summerreading #summerreading2026 #UnearthAStory
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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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