Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – All branches and reading centers of the Ocean County Library will be closed Sunday, September 3, and Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day. Patrons are welcome to access the Library’s online resources, databases, eBooks, eMagazines, video and audio streams and digital classes… Read More

JACKSON TOWNSHIP – Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special performance of tropical music by the David Cedeño Combo at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch, 2 PM Saturday, September 16. Let the rhythm carry you out of your seat! David will award a gift DVD and compact disc set to the “mo… Read More

SURF CITY – Experience relaxation and learn the physical and mental benefits of mindfulness. Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation will take place at two Ocean County Library branches: Long Beach Island Branch – 11 AM Saturday, September 16, 217 South Central Avenue, Surf City, (609) 494-2480 W… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Teens, are you coping with GPA gremlins, a college-application crunch or the job market jostle? Do you know that 10 minutes with a therapy dog can relieve your pressure? “De-Stress with Dogs,” 2 to 3 PM starting Thursday, September 14 at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch. “De-… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library seeks your help during the Sparks B.F.F. Reading Club Toiletries Drive, Friday, September 1 through Saturday, September 30. The items will be distributed to children and teens in need throughout Ocean County. Four OCL branches will serve as collection centers:… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The worldwide popularity of coffee has yielded new flavor combinations and methods that offer a savory experience far beyond the old “cuppa joe.” Join connoisseur Amy Paradise for “Blending Fun with Amy, Barista Edition,” at three Ocean County Library branches. Long Beach Island Bran… Read More

TOMS RIVER – College-bound students and their parents might find the admissions path mysterious. Jeffrey Selingo, whose Who Gets In and Why: A Year Inside College Admissions was a 2020 New York Times Most Notable Book, will shed light on the process during the next Ocean County Library Virtual Autho… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library welcomes an evening of Celtic celebration with award-winning Irish musician and teacher Colm Keegan, 6 PM Thursday, September 14, in Mancini Hall of the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street. Keegan and special guest Brian McGrane will perform a special Celt… Read More

LACEY TOWNSHIP – In honor of Patriot Day 2023, the Ocean County Library Lacey Branch invites children and families to meet local police officers and learn how they protect the community. “Hometown Heroes” will take place at 10:30 AM Tuesday, September 12. During the hour-long program, officers of t… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Stress can affect anyone, for any number of reasons. Teens feeling overwhelmed can unplug, unwind, and re-focus in the Ocean County Library’s online Calm Room. Located in the Teen Zone at www.theoceancountylibrary.org, it offers tools and resources for understanding how stress develops… Read More