Current Press Releases

MANCHESTER – A lively dialog about the 2021 Major League Baseball season kicks off the Ocean County Library’s exciting new podcast series, “OCL Sound Waves.”The Library’s podcasts can be heard on Spotify, Anchor by Spotify, Breaker, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, and Radio Public.“Take Me Out to the… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library invites families and individuals to view a free virtual webinar, “How to Get a Service Dog,” 6:30 PM Tuesday, April 13.The workshop is presented by Louise, Kim and Dennis Bratnick, volunteer puppy trainers for the nationwide nonprofit organization Canine Compani… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library’s Autism Resources Fair 2021 offers a free, family-friendly concert with Mr. Bobby, Music Therapist, at 10 AM Saturday, April 10. Bobby Davis is a board-certified music therapist working in the South Jersey area, as well as virtually. He offers individual a… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Author Crystal Maldonado, whose debut novel Fat Chance, Charlie Vega met with wide acclaim this year, will lead off the Ocean County Library’s new “Dive Into YA: It’s Not Just for Teens” virtual discussion series at 6 PM Thursday, April 8. According to www.crystalwrote.com, the Mas… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Have you always wanted to join a book club, but couldn’t find the time? The Ocean County Library extends an invitation to enroll in the free One Book OCL Online Book Club, and take part wherever you need to be. The next novel under discussion, through May 20, is The Alice Network,… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will feature a virtual workshop about autism-related support programs and services available through the State of New Jersey, 6:30 PM Thursday, April 8. “Navigating the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities Service System” will be presented by N… Read More

TOMS RIVER – During April, the Ocean County Library marks National Poetry Month with virtual programs that encourage self-expression in verse through art. “Poems Inspired by Paintings” consists of three virtual “stanzas” that will connect aspiring poets to renowned wordsmiths. “How to Use… Read More

BRICK TOWNSHIP – The National Mah Jongg League’s 2021 Card has some new twists for players. Learn the ins and outs during the Ocean County Library’s one-day, virtual Mini Mah Jongg Boot Camp, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Monday, April 12. How have the rules changed? Which hands and sections are new? Are… Read More

Barnegat – The Ocean County Library’s Barnegat Branch is closed until Wednesday, March 24 for cleaning after an employee tested positive for Covid-19. All necessary steps have been taken to ensure the safety of our staff and the public. Items currently on hold at the Barnegat Branch will be extended… Read More

TOMS RIVER – All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed in observance of Good Friday, April 2. All branches remain temporarily closed on Sundays. We encourage our customers to use the Library’s online resources, databases, eBooks, eMagazines, video and audio streams and digital classe… Read More