What's Happening At The Berkeley Library: August 12-17

BERKELEY, NJ — Beat the heat. Here's a look at some upcoming events at the Ocean County Library's Berkeley Branch.

If you're interested in an event, you can find it on the calendar to register.

Monday, Aug. 12

Computer and eBook Help: Please call for an appointment.

Chair Yoga: Practice easy ways to stay fit and limber. Attendees will be required to sign a waiver prior to participating. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library. 11 a.m.

Monday Movies - Stay Human: Bring lunch or a snack to enjoy while watching the movie. Award winning musician Michael Franti takes us on a personal journey where he meets extraordinary humans who inspire him to overcome cynicism with optimism in today's challenging times and stay human. Featuring new music from Franti's tenth studio album. (NR) 95 min. 1:30 p.m.

End of Summer Reading Party: Celebrate with games, crafts, and dancing. 6:30 p.m.

The Yarn Dolls: Knit or crochet with the Yarn Dolls. Bring along your unfinished projects. 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Aug. 13

Countdown to Kindergarten: This five week series will provide a variety of activities designed to help prepare your child for kindergarten. Sign up once for the whole series. 10:30 a.m.

Craft for Adults with Special Challenges: Materials will be supplied. 10:30 a.m.

Movies for Adults with Special Challenges: Movie will be chosen the day of the showing. 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 14

Jersey Family Yards, Fall Planting and Landscaping for a Health Environment: Fall planting and landscaping tips designed for homeowners that offers easy, yet comprehensive information about creating a healthy and sustainable backyard using native plants. The benefits of a Jersey-Friendly Yard include a healthier foundation of soil for your garden, appropriate plants for the soil conditions in one’s yard, plants that support the needs of wildlife such as birds and butterflies, water conservation in the garden, and a Jersey-Friendly Yard supports a healthier watershed by emphasizing the importance of eliminating or reducing the amount of fertilizer and pesticides you need to put on your lawn and garden. 11 a.m.

Craft for Adults - Faux Sea Glass: Please bring one or two clear glass jars.Other materials supplied. Sponsored by The Friends of the Berkeley Library. 2 p.m.

Constellation Art: Make your own constellation art out of recycled books, cardboard and paints. 6:30 p.m.

Composting 101: Learn how to compost-- an essential practice to fertilize and enrich your garden, recycle your household food scraps, and lower your carbon footprint. 7 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 15

Mold - An Informational Program: This program is designed to educate adults on mold. Molds are the most common forms of fungi found on earth. They can grow on almost any material, as long as moisture and oxygen are available. Molds can cause mild to severe health problems in sensitive individuals when a sufficient number of airborne spores are inhaled. Topics covered with this program include: what to wear when entering a building with mold damage, tips to clean up mold, health effects, and common types of mold. Presented by the Ocean County Health Department. 11 a.m.

An Afternoon of Mah Jongg: For Mah Jongg Mavens. If you have your own set, please bring it along. Registration required only for first visit. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Library. 1 p.m.

Paws for Reading: Practice your reading skills in the company of therapy dogs. 4 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 16

Galaxy Art: Create space themed art. 2 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 17

Retro Gaming Tournament: Compete against all of the Ocean County libraries for the high score in Galaga®. 2 p.m.

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