Current Press Releases

SURF CITY – You are invited to take a culinary adventure back in time and enter the world of ancient roman food and dining. The Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Have a Seat at Caesar’s Table: A Lesson in Roman Dining” at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sep. 24. Explore recent fascin… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Join the Friends of the Upper Shores Branch at the Mathis House in Toms River for an afternoon tea from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sep. 24. Proceeds from this ticketed event will benefit the Friends of the Upper Shores Branch. The ticket cost is $50 and includes a cup of soup, garden… Read More

BRICK – Join us to celebrate 100 years of the Ocean County Library with birthday cake and a concert with Rhythm N’ Sound as they rock the Brick Branch at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 20. Enjoy cake and refreshments honoring OCL’s anniversary while enjoying the popular Jersey Shore trio’s vast reperto… Read More

WARETOWN – Join us in celebrating 100 years of the Ocean County Library during a joyful afternoon of singing, laughter, and community with Jumpin’ Jamie at 11:30 am Saturday, Sep. 20. This special event is perfect for kids and families and will include fun, art-related tricks and songs that align w… Read More

SURF CITY – Join us at the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library for cake and refreshments to celebrate OCL’s 100th Anniversary with guitarist/singer Jessica Carroll at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sep. 20. Listen to summer and ocean-themed tunes with a sprinkle of autumn and classic favorite… Read More

SURF CITY – Celebrate the powerful connection between poetry and painting from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Sep. 18 at the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library. Local poets will perform their verses, brought to life through their unique pairings with the artwork of local artist Carol… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Have you ever wondered why the English spelling of words is sometimes just weird? Come on a surprisingly hilarious journey through the history of the English language during a virtual author talk with Gabe Henry at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sep. 17. Henry will discuss his newest book Enough is… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Looking for a relaxing evening of music? In celebration of the library’s 100th anniversary, the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch is pleased to host Fred Lehotay and the Ragtimers at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sep. 17. Take a sentimental journey with the band as they perform classic rag… Read More

SURF CITY – Want to watch an artist create in real time? Local artist Carol Freas will demonstrate her watercolor painting technique at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sep. 17 at the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library. Freas’s works bring Barnegat Light’s iconic fishing village to life. You wi… Read More

FORKED RIVER – In honor of Patriot Day, the Lacey Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Hometown Heroes: Lacey Township EMS” at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sep. 16. Learn about the Lacey EMS, discover what they do and how they work together to protect the Lacey community. View EMS tools and see amb… Read More