PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Francine Everson, 609-597-3381
feverson@theoceancountylibrary.org
MASTER GARDENERS SERIES:
NATIVE PLANTS
MANAHAWKIN – The Master Gardeners of Ocean County will present Native Plants, on Monday, February 27th at 2:30 PM at the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library. Master Gardener Keavy Franzoni will talk about the benefits of using native plants and the many ways to incorporate them into your landscape. During the remaining time, the Master Gardener team will address any questions you may have. They will be at the library from 1:30 – 4:30 PM. You may also bring in dying or diseased clippings for plant diagnosis and possible remedies.
The Stafford branch is located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin. This program is free and open to the public. Please register by calling the branch at (609) 597-3381, registering online at http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org or in person. If you have any questions, call the library for specific information.
PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Francine Everson (609)597-3381
feverson@theoceancountylibrary.org
REVOLUTIONARY TEA: AN 18th CENTURY EXPERIENCE
MANAHAWKIN – The Friends of the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library are hosting the program “Revolutionary Tea: An 18th Century Experience,” on Thursday, March 1st, 2012 at 10:30 AM. In first-person living history style, Stacy Roth of “History on the Hoof” will reveal why tea was so important to people in the 18th century, touching on tea lore, and history. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library and funded by the Horizons Speaker Bureau of the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
The Stafford branch is located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin. This program is free and open to the public. Please register in person, by calling the branch at (609) 597-3381, or online at http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org If you have any questions, call the branch for specific information.
PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Francine Everson, 609-597-3381
feverson@theoceancountylibrary.org
STRING OF PURLS – KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP
MANAHAWKIN – The Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library will host the program – String of Purls – Knit/Crochet Group on Thursday, March 1st from 1:00 – 3:00 PM, and Saturday, March 17th from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Whether you’re just learning to knit, crochet, embroider, etc., already know how, or want to know what a “purl” is, join our group where experts will be available to answer your questions. Find that creative streak you know you have with this craft that has recently enjoyed an explosion of interest. For beginners, bring size 10 knitting needles and light-colored 4-ply worsted yarn. To crochet, bring the same type of yarn, and a size “I” crochet hook. If you’re more advanced, bring the project you’re working on. This is also an excellent way to exchange ideas.
The Stafford branch is located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin. This program is free and open to the public. There is no need to register. If you have questions, call the branch at (609) 597-3381, or visit our website at http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org
PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Francine Everson, 609-597-3381
feverson@theoceancountylibrary.org
MAH JONGG
MANAHAWKIN – Play Mah Jongg at the Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library on the following Fridays in March: the 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th from 1:00-4:00 PM. Please bring the current year game card, and game sets. Mah Jongg originated in China and has recently experienced a resurgence in popularity. Many people are realizing the intellectual challenge it poses, and are drawn to the beauty and excitement of the game itself. Experience is helpful.
The Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library is located at 129 N. Main St., Manahawkin, New Jersey. This program is free and open to the public. Please register by calling the branch at (609) 597-3381, registering online at http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org , or in person.
