Celebrate “Walking Dead Day” at The Ocean County Library

October 04, 2018
LONG BEACH ISLAND – Celebrate the long running comic book “The Walking Dead” with exclusive swag and comics from Diamond Book Distributors as well as a drop-in craft on Saturday, Oct.13 at the Long Beach Island Library, 217 S. Central Ave. in Surf City.No registration is required for this teen/adult program. Drop in anytime between 2 and 4 p.m. to participate.

Learn to Eat Healthy on a Budget at LBI Library

October 03, 2018
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Ocean County Library will host “Medicare 101: Aging In” 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at the Long Beach Island Branch. The topic for this event is “Eating Healthy on a Budget”.Learn tips on buying fruits and vegetables at a low cost, planning home meals, and saving money on food.Optional free screenings by a registered nurse will take place after the program. This will included health and wellness information, blood pressure,... Read More

Teens to Learn All About Service Dogs at LBI Library

October 03, 2018
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “All About Service Dogs: Teen Edition” 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7.Local volunteer puppy-raisers from Canine Companions for Independence will present a live service dog demonstration. They will also provide an overview to puppy-raising potential service dogs and the current laws for service animals.This program is geared toward ages 12 – 18.The branch is located... Read More

Learn about Wolves and Wolfdogs at LBI Library

October 03, 2018
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Ocean County Library will host “A Night with Howling Woods Farm” 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 29 at the Long Beach Island Branch.Learn about wolves and wolfdogs with Howling Woods Farm, followed by a meet and greet.The branch is located 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City.Registration is required for this free program. To register, call the branch at 609-494-2480 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

Ex-IRS Special Agent to Discuss Book at LBI Library

October 03, 2018
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Ocean County Library will host author Mel Gudknecht 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 at the Long Beach Island Branch.Gundknecht will discuss his book “Working the Edge”, an autobiography about his time working for the Organized Crime Strike Force.Mel Gundknecht was a Special Agent for the Intelligence Division of the IRS and was the recipient of Special Achievement Awards and Commendations for outstanding performance.Find out... Read More

“Portraits of the Jersey Shore” Author to Present at Toms River Library

October 03, 2018
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will host Gregory Andrus, author of “Portraits of the Jersey Shore: Everyone Has a Story”, 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8 at the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street.Andrus will discuss his book, for which he traveled from Sandy Hook to Cape May, interviewing people and taking their photos.“Portraits of the Jersey Shore: Everyone Has a Story” is a passionate endeavor to build connections from person to person,... Read More

Artwork by Lizz Winona on Display at Toms River Library

October 03, 2018
TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library is hosting “SOON”, a month-long exhibit by artist Lizz Winona. The collection is displayed in the McConnell Gallery of the Toms River Branch throughout October.“SOON” consists of photographic artwork.Lizz Winona started as a self-taught artist. She studied at Peters Valley School of Craft where her work is now part of the permanent collection.“I use photography as a way to explore... Read More

Ocean County Artists’ Guild on Display at Toms River Library

October 03, 2018
TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Affirmations”, a month-long exhibit by Ocean County Artists’ Guild.The exhibit will run throughout October. It is displayed on the 2nd Floor Gallery and consists of oil and acrylic paintings along with mixed-media selections.Ocean County Artists’ Guild is a nonprofit organization working to promote the arts in Ocean County, drawing in patrons from around the region. Their... Read More

Toms River Library to Host Event on Human Trafficking in New Jersey

October 03, 2018
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will host “Human Trafficking 101” 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street.Hear an overview of domestic minor sex trafficking and learn about prevention. This program will be presented by Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey.Prevent Child Abuse is committed to preventing human trafficking and the commercial sexual exploitation of children in New Jersey.This event is sponsored by... Read More

Career Services for Persons with Disabilities

October 03, 2018
JACKSON – The Ocean County Library will host “Career Services for Person with Disabilities” 2 p.m. Friday, October 26 at the Jackson Branch, 2 Jackson Drive.The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) helps people with all types of disabilities to find and maintain employment. This includes career exploration/counseling, vocational training, college sponsorship, trial work experiences, and job coaching.Attendees may speak with DVRS... Read More

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