Stafford Branch,

Ocean County Library

129 North Main St. (Route 9)

Manahawkin (609-597-3381)

theoceancountylibrary.org

Want to get a jump on holiday shopping and save some money in the process? The Friends of the branch hold a fall bazaar and boutique sale Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17 and 18, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the lower level meeting room.

Barbara Liberti, event coordinator, said tables will be set up featuring a wide variety of donated merchandise. This includes jewelry, scarves, handbags, toys and puzzles, holiday decorations, frames and framed art, household items and decor, soaps and candles.