Current Press Releases

STAFFORD - During Women’s History Month, the Ocean County Library will offer “Women of the Armed Forces” at the Stafford Branch, 129 N. Main Street in Manahawkin, 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 21. Ocean County Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove will host a panel discussion with host and emce… Read More

LONG BEACH ISLAND – Ocean County Library will present “Essential Oils 101,” 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Monday, March 26 at the Long Beach Island Branch, 217 S. Central Ave. in Surf City.Presenter Joan Colandrea will offer an enlightening introduction to what essential oils are, their benefits and how to use th… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Music lovers are invited to the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St., for a performance by the Toms River Multigenerational Orchestra at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 21.This local group brings together musicians of all ages and skill levels who put on dynamic and… Read More

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host several free tax assistance sessions by members of AARP. Sessions will take place on the following dates from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Mar. 8Mar. 15Mar. 22Mar. 29Apr. 5Apr. 12The branch is located 2 Jackson Drive.Attendees must bring previ… Read More

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “All About Autism” 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Mar. 14, 2 Jackson Drive.All About Autism is a discussion and support group for those whose lives are affected by autism. Attendees can share information, exchange ideas, and support one anothe… Read More

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will collect donations for animal shelters in Ocean County throughout March.Items in great need include: blankets and towels, dry and wet dog and cat food, sturdy dog toys like Kong and Nylabone, cat toys, temptations hairball treats, KMR form… Read More

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a series of technology classes for adults in the month of March.“Google It!” 10 a.m. Monday, Mar. 5. Users with some Internet experience can learn the many features of Google. Topics include using the search box, finding images, and… Read More

JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host weekly meetings of the Knit-Chat-Chain Volunteers. Here are the dates and times of upcoming meetings:Mar. 5, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Mar. 12, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.Mar. 19, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Mar. 26, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.Apr. 2, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Ap… Read More

LONG BEACH ISLAND – Ocean County Library will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with “Wearin’ of the Green - Songs from Ireland” at 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Wednesday, March 14 at the Long Beach Island Branch, 217 S. Central Ave. in Surf City. Gerry Murray, a musician from County Cavan, Ireland, will entertain… Read More

TOMS RIVER - The Ocean County Library will present “Ladies of Country Music with Elaine and the Cimarron Sky Band” at four branches.Celebrate Women’s History Month as the band will perform the classic country songs of singers Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, and Emmylou Harris and other lege… Read More