August programs, events at the Brick library

The Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library, 301 Chambers Bridge Road, has announced its schedule of free events and programs for the month of August. Registration is required unless otherwise noted. Call the library at 732-477-4513 or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org for registration and details.

By appointment only: One-on-One Computer Chats. Consult with a librarian with your individual computer needs. Limited to one session per month.

• Aug. 1, 2 p.m., First Friday book discussion "Bel Canto," by Ann Patchett

• Aug. 2, 1:30 p.m., film and discussion on a Hitchcock film starring James Stewart and Grace Kelly; refreshments will be served

• Aug. 4, 2:30 p.m., for ages 6-8; 3:30 p.m. for ages 9 and up "Insectropolis: Bugs on the Go!" Come see live arthropods

• Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m., English conversation group

• Aug. 5, 2:30 p.m., for ages 3-5, Flies in a web

• Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26, 7-8 p.m., English conversation group

• Aug. 6, 10:30 p.m., Marvelous motorcycles, for children/families

• Aug. 6, 2:30 p.m., Read to the Dogs, ages 6 and up

• Aug 6, 7 p.m., PJ Storytime for children and families; no registration required

• Aug. 7, 10 a.m., book discussion, "Inheritance of Loss," by Kiran Desai

• Aug. 7, 10:30 a.m., Origami cranes for world peace, ages 10 and up

• Aug. 7, 2:30 p.m., book discussion group, ages 8 and up

• Aug. 7, 7 p.m., Michelle and Matt's Special, children/families

• Aug. 8, 2 p.m., Family Film Friday, "The Ånt Bully," for children/families

• Aug. 9, 2 p.m., Filipino, American Artists Society; The performers of FAMAR Chorale and Dance Troupe will share their heritage through native dances, songs, and musical instruments.

• Aug. 11, 10:30 a.m., Read to the Dogs, ages 6 and up

• Aug. 11, 11 a.m., Internet basics

• Aug. 11, 2:30 p.m., Decorate an anthill, ages 6 and up

• Aug. 12, 19, 26; Sept. 2, 9, 10-11:15 a.m. "1, 2, 3, Grow with Me — a Family Place Parent Child Workshop! Parents and children, ages 1-3, learn about developmental issues while children get the chance to socialize and enjoy the library; register in person, beginning July 29

• Aug. 12, 2:30 p.m., Brick Popcorn Book Club, "Legend of the Worst Boy in the World," by Eoin Colfer, ages 6 and up

• Aug. 13, 11 a.m., Mouse skills, learn basic computer skills

• Aug. 13, 6:30 p.m., Self-defense for women; wear attire appropriate for exercise.• Aug. 13, 2:30 p.m., SAIL Storytime, ages 3-5, with teen volunteers

• Aug. 14, 11 a.m., Searching the library catalog

• Aug. 14, 2:30 p.m., Party: summer reading watermelon finale

• Aug. 14, 7 p.m., Real estate tips for buyers and sellers

• Aug. 15, 2 p.m. Family Film Friday, "Bee Movie"

• Aug. 16, 11 a.m., Internet basics, mouse and keyboard skills required

• Aug. 18, 2 p.m., Internet basics, mouse and keyboard skills required

• Aug. 18, 2 p.m., Knitting Åround Club; bring a pair of 7, 8 or 10 needles; all skill levels

• Aug. 19, 11 a.m., free blood pressure screening

• Aug. 20, 2 p.m., You've got a computer… now what? (Part two)

• Aug. 21, 2 p.m., Special needs story time, for children/families, all abilities welcome