Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed Sunday, May 27 and Monday, May 28 in observance of Memorial Day. All branches will reopen Tuesday, May 29.Beginning May 27, all branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed Sundays until September 9, 2018.We encourage our cu… Read More

MANCHESTER – Several branches of the Ocean County Library will host “Brain Games: Keep the Mind Sharp.”This interactive workshop presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield will discuss the brain as the “master computer” and the importance of brain health. Diet, physical exercise, proper rest, and regular r… Read More

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “All About Autism: A Discussion and Support Group for Caretakers” 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2 Jackson Drive.The support group is now meeting on this new date and time.“All About Autism” is a discussion and support group for those… Read More

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library will screen free movies on Wednesdays throughout the month of May.Films will be screened three times each Wednesday. Start times are 12:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., and 6 p.m.Dates for the screenings are May 2, May 9, May 16, and May 23. There wi… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Pineland Symphonic Band, a symphonic wind ensemble which has been performing in New Jersey for over two decades, will perform at 7 p.m. Monday, May 14 at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St.The band is a “Pops” ensemble, offering a varied repertoire… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Enjoy a performance of “Carmina Burana” by Basically Ballet whose ballet dancers will perform at four locations of the Ocean County during the month of May.The ballet will feature selections of the famous cantata composed by Carl Orff through various forms of dance.All Performances will… Read More

BEACHWOOD – The Naval Lakehurst Historical Society from the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, will present a slide show and lecture on the Hindenburg disaster at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 10 at the Beachwood Library, 126 Beachwood Blvd.View artifacts from the famous airship disaster following the lecture… Read More

TOMS RIVER – If you're dreaming of starting your own business or already started one, come to the program “How to Launch a Successful Small Business” being held at four branches of the Ocean County Library.The program will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the following library locations:Wednesday, May 2, Poi… Read More

LAVALLETTE – The Upper Shores Branch of the Ocean County Library, 112 Jersey City Ave. Lavallette, will host the program “Annie Oakley: Aim for a High Mark” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 30.Join Kim Hanley as she portrays the legendary Annie Oakley. The diminutive sharpshooter competed in a sport and wor… Read More

TOMS RIVER– Join David Elkner from the South Jersey Beekeepers Association to learn the benefits and importance of beekeeping at five branches of the Ocean County Library.Learn about hive components, parts, equipment, the frames of honey, plus why the honeybee needs to be protected.This free program… Read More