Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – All branches of the Ocean County Library will open at 1 p.m. Friday, November 7 to accommodate the library’s annual Staff In-Service Training. Library patrons are welcome to use OCL’s online resources, databases, eMagazines, eBooks, video and audio streams, and digital classes at theoc… Read More

PLUMSTED – Fans of local history will not want to miss “A Local Tale of Legendary Hessian Island” at 12 p.m. Saturday, November 8 at the Plumsted Branch of the Ocean County Library. Local author William J. Lewis will tell this tale from his bestselling book South Jersey Legends & Lore: Tales fr… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Did you know that black bears have been sighted in all 21 counties in New Jersey? Do you know what to do if you encounter a bear in the wild? Children and families are invited to attend “Know the Bear Facts: Black Bears in New Jersey” at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, November 8 at the Toms River… Read More

FORKED RIVER – The Ocean County Library will be hosting its 8th Annual Autism Resources Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, November 8 at its Lacey Branch. Families affected by autism and other developmental disabilities will be able to meet representatives of state, county, and local organizatio… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Join us for an exciting, interactive magic show filled with colorful comedy and surprises! The Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Fun with Magic for Adults with Special Challenges” at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 5. This lively performance will combine laughter… Read More

BRICK – The holidays can be an immensely difficult time for those experiencing the loss of a loved one. Join an Affinity Care social worker at the Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library for a four-part bereavement group centered around coping with grief and loss during the holiday and winter seaso… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Have you ever had an interest in learning the ukulele? Now is your chance to receive a free introductory course. The Ocean County Library will host “Uke Can Do It” beginner-friendly ukulele courses designed for seniors at multiple OCL branches. This program will take place at the follo… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Experience Indigenous dance, music, storytelling, and traditional arts this November at the Ocean County Library. “Redhawk Native American Song and Dance” will take place at multiple OCL branches in honor of American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. This program will take place… Read More

TOMS RIVER – You’re invited to learn from journalist and author Joseph Lee as he chats about his stirring memoir, Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity, during a virtual author talk at 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 5. Nothing More of This Land explores Ind… Read More

SURF CITY – Medicare can be complex and confusing. This is why the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Understanding Medicare Part D” at 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 5. Join us for a special session where a Medicare expert from the Ocean County Office of Senior Services wi… Read More