‘Go Animal’ All Summer Long at the Ocean County Library Upper Shores Branch

LAVALLETTE – Have “beastly” fun in July and August at the Ocean County Library Upper Shores Branch. Learn about creatures that share the planet with us. Our “Animals at the Library” programs feature furry, winged, cuddly, scaly and slithery characters to entertain and educate.

• Paws for Reading – 12 ‘til 1 PM every Thursday, July 3 through August 28. Join us to practice your reading skills in the company of gentle therapy dogs. Recommended for youngsters age 3 to 12. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/OclUPPaws.
   
• Out of Sight Alpacas – 1 PM Friday, July 18. Take a photo with Waretown’s Out of Sight Alpacas. Learn how fibers from their coats become soft, beautiful yarn for clothes and crafts. Open to all ages. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/OclUPAlpacas.
   
• Unique Creatures - 12 PM Monday, July 21. Get a close look at rare and unusual creatures from all over the world in the program for youngsters age 5 to 12. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/OclUnique.
   
• The Seeing Eye® Dog Program – 10:30 AM Tuesday, July 29. Meet actual guide dogs and their trainers. Discover the story behind the organization that pioneered and innovates guide dog companionship and services for people without sight. Open to all ages. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/OclUPSeeingEye.
   
• Are You Ready for a Small Animal Pet? – 2 PM Wednesday, August 6. Ocean County 4H Association members will discuss small animals suitable to be pets and species that would fit your family. For youngsters age 5 and up with a caregiver. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/OclUP4HPet.
   
• Peguin Pointers – 10:30 AM Thursday, August 21.Join the folks from Jenkinson’s Aquarium in Point Pleasant Beach, learn all about these curious and essential birds and meet one up close. Open to all ages. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/OclUPPenguin.
   
• Furs, Feathers and Scales – 10:30 AM Friday, August 22. This introduction to animal groups will explain reasons for their various skin coverings and the purposes they serve. Open to all ages. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/OclUPFFS.

For more information about these free programs, stop by the OCL Upper Shores Branch, 112 Jersey City Avenue, Lavallette, or call (732) 793-3996. See the full schedule of Library programs in the online Calendar of Events.

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