Monmouth County Library System to Host Special Father’s Day Programs at Two Branches

Two branches of the Monmouth County Library System will be open on Sunday, June 21, for Father’s Day: the Eastern Branch in Shrewsbury and the Headquarters Branch in Manalapan, offering special themed programming for all ages.

Both branches will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. While library locations are typically closed on Father’s Day, the two branches will feature Father’s Day-themed crafts for children, along with a concert and Revolutionary War encampment activities for adults and families.

Children can participate in a drop-in craft at either branch. At Eastern Branch, children can Make Your Own Photo Frame. At Headquarters Branch, children can make a Pizza Slice: I Love You Craft.

At the Eastern Branch, Jamming with the Jug Band will begin at 2 p.m. Patrons can learn about the history of jug band music, enjoy bluegrass tunes, and even have the opportunity to perform with the band by trying out the jug.

At the Headquarters Branch, a Rev250 Encampment: Spend Father’s Day like a Founding Father program will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. Families can experience Revolutionary War life through authentic reenactments as soldiers prepare for battle.

While the programs are inspired by Father’s Day, all are welcome to attend.

About the Monmouth County Library

The Monmouth County Library System welcomes and supports the development of a lifelong interest in the pursuit of knowledge through reading and learning. We serve as a primary lending library and community center promoting library use by all, facilitated by our collaborative association of branch and member libraries. We aim to help our patrons meet their educational, recreational, and cultural needs through our extensive collections, professional services, information resources, and innovative programming.