Current Press Releases

LAVALLETTE –  Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by exploring a significant cultural component of the Far East. The Ocean County Library Upper Shores Branch is pleased to present Judith Krall-Russo’s program, “The Asian Tea Experience: China and Japan,” 2 PM Tuesday, May 16. The historian, educator, and restaurant consultant will display authentic Asian implements, demonstrate the making of a... Read More

TOMS RIVER –The Ocean County Library, in partnership with the Mental Health Awareness Committee of Ocean County and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), will host a mental health provider fair at the Toms River Branch from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM on Wednesday, May 3. Representatives from Ocean County agencies that support children and adults affected by mental illnesses and/or substance abuse will be available to discuss resources and... Read More

TOMS RIVER – Expand your recipe binder with simple, economical and nutritious meal ideas from restauranteur Devon Smith, the host of “Tasty Meals for One or Two” at three Ocean County Library branches during the month of May. Point Pleasant Beach Branch - 710 McLean Avenue, (732) 892-4575, 2 PM Thursday, May 4 Upper Shores Branch – 112 Jersey City Avenue, Lavallette, (732) 793-3996, 2 PM Thursday, May 11 Lacey Branch - 10 East Lacey... Read More

TOMS RIVER – Savvy seniors aged 55 and up, with an eye for nutrition, can learn to create tasty, healthful, affordable smoothie bowls during the month of May at three Ocean County Library branches. Long Beach Island Branch – 217 South Central Avenue, Surf City, (609) 494- 2480. Wednesday, May 3, 3:30 PM. Tuckerton Branch – 380 Bay Avenue, (609) 296-1470. Tuesday, May 9, 2:30 PM. Stafford Branch – 129 North Main Street, Manahawkin, (609... Read More