Stafford Branch,

Ocean County Library

129 North Main St. (Route 9)

Manahawkin (609-597-3381)

theoceancountylibrary.org

See art as it’s being created and when it’s done, you might be lucky enough to take it home. The Friends of the Branch monthly adventure program features Long Beach Island artist Melissa Maschal on Thursday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m.

The realist watercolor artist will create a picture while she explains her tools, techniques and methods, all the while conducting a question-and-answer session with attendees. After her artwork is completed, the Friends will distribute raffle tickets.