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Tales from the Story Chest

An intergenerational storytime for toddlers and preschoolers
2026-07-10 12:30:00 2026-07-10 13:00:00 America/New_York Tales from the Story Chest Experience the joy of reading across generations at this interactive, senior-led storytime featuring costumes and interactive props. The Christopher J. Killmurray Building -

Friday, July 10
12:30pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-10 12:30:00 2026-07-10 13:00:00 America/New_York Tales from the Story Chest Experience the joy of reading across generations at this interactive, senior-led storytime featuring costumes and interactive props. The Christopher J. Killmurray Building -

Experience the joy of reading across generations at this interactive, senior-led storytime featuring costumes and interactive props.

This brand-new storytime series brings generations together as local seniors bring timeless tales to life using a special "story chest" packed with costumes and surprises. This new bimonthly event is perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers. Get ready to experience the joy of sharing stories across generations. 

AGE GROUP: | Pre-K | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | In-Person |

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The Christopher J. Killmurray Building
Phone: 732-329-4000 ext 7290
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Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 9:00PM

We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 29 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 10:00AM to 5:00PM
(Early closing due to Township event.)
Thu, Jul 02 10:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sun, Jul 05 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Located on Kingston Lane in the Monmouth Junction section between the Muncipal Building and Crossroads Middle School.

Upcoming events

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Tue, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Room
Practice your English!
English Conversation Circle (Evening)
Tue, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room
Practice your English!
SBPL Foundation
Tue, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room - Hybrid Meeting
The Foundation will hold their regular bi-monthly meeting.
Storytime with Miss Jen - For Ages 18 mo. - 5 years & caregivers
Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Gambatese Room
An energetic storytime with songs, stories, and more!
This event is full
Beach Slime - For Ages 5+
Wed, Jul 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Dive into summer at the library! 🐚 Mix up your own ocean-blue & sandy textured slime! It’s gooey, glittery, and shore to be a blast. Please Note: this program will take place at Reichler Park.
This event is full
Cancelled
An Artists Salon 2026 - A Discussion & Social Group
Wed, Jul 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
A gathering where artists and art lovers are invited to explore & discuss elements of fine art. All are welcome for these informal get-togethers co-sponsored by the South Brunswick Arts Commission.
English Conversation Meetup
Wed, Jul 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room
Practice speaking English!
Stories in the Park - For Kids of All Ages, Caregivers, & Families
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Visit South Brunswick's wonderful parks!
Minute to win It Tournament - Grades 6-12
Thu, Jul 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
See who can emerge as the champions of this array of challenges!
English Conversation Group
Thu, Jul 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room
Practice speaking English!
Mini-Maker Take and Make
Fri, Jul 03, 12:00pm - 5:45pm
Take home a craft kit for your 3-5 year old mini-makers!
Bouncing Babies - Lapsit and playtime for 0-18 months
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Gambatese Room
Stories, songs, rhymes, and social time with Ms. Jen!
Clay Fossil Necklaces - For Tweens entering Grade 4 & Up
Mon, Jul 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Program Room
Unleash your inner paleontologist at the library! 🦖 Craft your own clay fossil necklace using "ancient" imprints and earthy tones. It’s a prehistoric masterpiece you can wear home!
Monday Knit and Crochet Night
Mon, Jul 06, 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Gambatese Room
A social group for adults who knit, crochet or do other fiber arts to gather & work on their projects in the company of others. Please bring your own materials. This is not an instructional class.
English Conversation Circle (Afternoon)
Tue, Jul 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Room
Practice your English!
Clean Up Your Smartphone! - Tidy Your Files, Photos, and Emails in 45 minutes!
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room
A relaxed, guided workshop to to make your phone feel less cluttered and free up storage. Learn simple steps to keep your phone organized and easier to use.
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Hardware Accessories DIY - Grades 6-12
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Room
Wearing making belts and other accessories out of hardware! Registration required.
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English Conversation Circle (Evening)
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Room
Practice your English!
Creative Writing Workshop - Flash Writing with Prompts
Tue, Jul 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room
Get your creative energy flowing in this small-group creative writing workshop with prompts. Bring a laptop or a notebook and pen or pencil!
Storytime with Miss Jen - For Ages 18 mo. - 5 years & caregivers
Wed, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Gambatese Room
An energetic storytime with songs, stories, and more!
Registration opens Tuesday, June 30 2026 at 10:30am
Coffee & Conversation Book Discussion
Wed, Jul 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Conference Room
A friendly book discussion group that reads across all genres.
Fizzing Volcano Painting - Adventure Lab: For Kids in Grades K-3
Wed, Jul 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room
Ignite your imagination and get your hands messy at Adventure Lab!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 8 2026 at 3:30pm
Dungeons & Dragons - For Adults ages 18 & up
Wed, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Room
Dungeons & Dragons group is at capacity, if interested in being on the waitlist, email Riley at rhoyt@sbpl.info.
English Conversation Meetup
Wed, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Practice speaking English!
Intermediate Excel - a two part workshop
Wed, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Learning Lab,Smartboard
Build on your Excel Skills!
This event is full
Stories in the Park - For Kids of All Ages, Caregivers, & Families
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Visit South Brunswick's wonderful parks!
Getting the Most Out of SBPL eBooks
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Learning Lab,Smartboard
Ebooks
Teen Dinosaur Terrariums - Grades 6-12
Thu, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Program Room
Go prehistoric and build a mini-world.
This event is full
English Conversation Group
Thu, Jul 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room
Practice speaking English!
Poetry Workshop - Attention all poets and those aspiring to be...
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Conference Room
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Tales from the Story Chest - An intergenerational storytime for toddlers and preschoolers
Fri, Jul 10, 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Experience the joy of reading across generations at this interactive, senior-led storytime featuring costumes and interactive props.
Mini-Makers - In-Person Craft for Ages 3-5
Fri, Jul 10, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Program Room
Register for this fun, festive preschool craft!
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 2:30pm
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