Current Press Releases

LACEY TOWNSHIP – As autumn’s chill begins to set in, enjoy the warmth of Dakota & Elle when the Ocean County Library Lacey Branch presents the popular Jersey Shore-based duo in concert, 6 PM Wednesday, October 4. You’ll be treated to a mix of Broadway, classical, and contemporary tunes selected… Read More

BRICK TOWNSHIP – Expand your English conversation skills in an enjoyable, casual setting at the Ocean County Library Brick Branch, 7 until 8 PM every Tuesday and Thursday. Strengthen your mastery of the language in a non-classroom atmosphere while you make new acquaintances in the ongoing English C… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Like your music with a light Country accent? The Custom Blend Band will serve up an evening of traditional and modern fare at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch, 6:30 PM Wednesday, September 27. The Custom Blend Band’s repertoire is a rich mixture of country, pop, folk and blue… Read More

LACEY TOWNSHIP – Teens and adults with special challenges can enhance their pursuits of productive, satisfying livelihoods with help from the New Jersey Institute for Disabilities (NJID). Learn about “Vocational Paths for Teens and Adults with Special Challenges” at the Ocean County Library Lacey Br… Read More

LACEY TOWNSHIP – What led to the inhumanity that engulfed a small town in colonial Massachusetts? The Ocean County Library Lacey is pleased to host archivist and historian Mickey DiCamillo’s riveting presentation “When There Were Witches: An Exploration of the Salem Witch Trials,” 7 PM Wednesday, Oc… Read More

MANCHESTER – A first responder who was on duty at the World Trade Center when it came under attack in 1993 and again in 2001 will share his recollections of the tragedies and the gradual restoration of hope, 7 PM Wednesday, September 20, at the Ocean County Library Manchester Branch. Moises I. Gome… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Amor Towles, creator of three consecutive novels of worldwide renown in little more than a decade, will discuss his life in literature as part of the Ocean County Library’s Virtual Author Talk series, 8 PM Wednesday, September 27. Towles turned to literary pursuits after a career in in… Read More

LACEY TOWNSHIP – What’s your game? Whether you’re an adult or senior who plays to win or plays for fun, there’ll be a seat for you during the monthly “Board Game Mashups” at the Ocean County Library Lacey Branch, sponsored by Friends of the Lacey Library. Monday, September 25 – 2:30 PM Monday, O… Read More

MANCHESTER – The Ocean County Library Manchester Branch is pleased to feature New Jersey artist Ben Collura’s vivid, poignant exhibit, “Remember 9/11, Plus Other Artwork,” through September 23. Visitors are invited to meet Ben during his artist’s reception, 2 PM Saturday, September 9. The exhibit f… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library Toms River Branch is pleased to present “Illuminations,” unique expressions by members of the Toms River Artist Community (TRAC), throughout the month of September. The exhibit in the Second Floor Gallery draws on the contributing artists’ varied viewpoints, re… Read More