Current Press Releases

BEACHWOOD – The Beachwood Library, 126 Beachwood Blvd. will host the six-part series “Take Control of Your Health” presented by a representative of Meridian Health.The series will take place each Thursday at 1 p.m. May 17, May 24, May 31, June 7, June 14 and June 21.Learn to manage symptoms of ongoi… Read More

BERKELEY – Learn how to organize your stuff with the help of bestselling author Jamie Novak at 2 p.m. Monday, May 7 at the Berkeley Branch of the Ocean County Library, 30 Station Rd.Novak will share her laugh-out-loud approach for what to do with all your belongings.The program is free but registrat… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will present “Neil Diamond: Singer, Songwriter presented by Phil Bruschi” at two branches in southern Ocean County. Bruschi, singer and educator, will discuss Diamond's legendary career and highlight more than 45 years of success and struggle while performing s… Read More

LONG BEACH ISLAND – Ocean County Library will present “Free Comic Book Day” which takes place 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 5 at the Long Beach Island Branch, 217 S. Central Ave. in Surf City.Wham! Pow! Swoosh! You can come into the branch and pick up a free comic book as well as other fun items i… Read More

LONG BEACH ISLAND – Ocean County Library will present a “Wreath Making Workshop” 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 5 at the Long Beach Island Branch, 217 S. Central Ave. in Surf City.Jessica Lynch, presenter, will teach the skills needed to create a beautiful, seasonal, mesh ribbon wreath. All of the… Read More

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library will host various programs for adults in the month of May.“Writer’s Circle” 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 1 & 15. Local writers gather to critique work and discuss issues pertinent to authorship and getting published. No registration required.… Read More

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a series of technology classes for adults in the month of May.All classes are held on the library’s second floor unless otherwise specified. Class durations may vary.“Microsoft Excel Basics” 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 2. Learn how to use… Read More

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Make a Mug-Cake Mother’s Day Gift” 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 8.Participants will blend dry, non-perishable ingredients and package them in an attractive decorated mug. Instructions to complete the recipe will be also be included.The… Read More

TOMS RIVER – All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed Friday, May 11 for its annual Staff Development Day. All branches will reopen Saturday, May 12.We encourage our customers to use the library’s online resources, including databases, ebooks, emagazines, and online classes which are… Read More

LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Ratchett’s body is found on the crowded Orient Express, and everyone’s still aboard. Watch the mystery unfold and enjoy gourmet cuisine, Monday, April 30, at Cuisine On The Green in Little Egg Harbor, with the Ocean County Library.Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch present t… Read More