Current Press Release

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library will host its regular monthly programs throughout March.

“Chess Club” 12 p.m. Fridays, Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29. Participants may bring their own game set. No registration required.

“Writer’s Circle” 2 p.m. Tuesday, Mar. 5 and 19. Critique one another’s work and discuss issues pertinent to authorship and getting published. No registration required.

“Movie Wednesdays” 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Mar. 6, 13, 20, and 27. Watch movies on the big screen without the fee of a movie theater. Call the branch, check the monthly brochure, or visit the website for film information. No registration required.

“Chicks with Sticks” 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Mar. 6, 13, 20, and 27 and 2 p.m. Thursdays, Mar. 14 and 28. Work on individual knitting and crocheting projects while sharing ideas and patterns and forming friendships. No registration required.

“Beginning Ballet for Adults” Thursday, Mar. 7. 10 a.m. Experience the joy of dancing even if you have no previous experience, including basic positions, correct posture, muscle usage, balance, and grace. Participants should wear socks and comfortable clothing and must sign a release waiver before participating.

“Quilting Bee” 1 p.m. Fridays, Mar. 8 and 22. Work on individual and group projects while exchanging ideas, patterns, techniques, and conversation. No registration required.

“Advanced French Club” 6 p.m. Monday, Mar. 11. Discuss topical events, read French texts, and more in this French conversation group. This group is geared toward individuals who are more fluent in the language.

“Intermediate French Club” 2 p.m. Tuesday, Mar. 12. Improve French vocabulary, grammar, and basic conversation with the help of a French-American librarian. This meeting will review reflexive verbs.

“Calming Coloring” 2 p.m. Friday, Mar. 15. Spend a relaxing afternoon coloring, listening to soothing music, and relaxing with likeminded adults at the library. Coloring sheets, pencils, markers, and crayons will be provided. This program usually has aroma therapy and a visit from a therapy dog.

“Book Chat” 2 p.m. Mar. 21. Participants discuss what they have been reading with the rest of the group. Share good books and get ideas for what to read next. No registration required.

The branch is located at 21 Colonial Drive in Manchester Township.

Registration is required for these events unless otherwise noted. To register, call the branch at 732-657-7600 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

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