August 18, 2023
JACKSON TOWNSHIP – Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special performance of tropical music by the David Cedeño Combo at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch, 2 PM Saturday, September 16. Let the rhythm carry you out of your seat! David will award a gift DVD and compact disc set to the “most energetic dancer.” Each attendee will receive a free compact disc containing Cedeño’s new single, “Have I Told You Lately.” The song features... Read More
August 18, 2023
SURF CITY – Experience relaxation and learn the physical and mental benefits of mindfulness. Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation will take place at two Ocean County Library branches: Long Beach Island Branch – 11 AM Saturday, September 16, 217 South Central Avenue, Surf City, (609) 494-2480 Waretown Branch – 11 AM Saturday, October 7, 112 Main Street, (609) 693-5133 Practitioners of mindfulness meditation extol its ability to... Read More
August 17, 2023
TOMS RIVER – Teens, are you coping with GPA gremlins, a college-application crunch or the job market jostle? Do you know that 10 minutes with a therapy dog can relieve your pressure? “De-Stress with Dogs,” 2 to 3 PM starting Thursday, September 14 at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch. “De-Stress with Dogs,” one of OCL’s newest recurring programs, will take place in the Teen Zone on the upper level on the second Thursday of each month... Read More
August 16, 2023
TOMS RIVER – The worldwide popularity of coffee has yielded new flavor combinations and methods that offer a savory experience far beyond the old “cuppa joe.” Join connoisseur Amy Paradise for “Blending Fun with Amy, Barista Edition,” at three Ocean County Library branches. Long Beach Island Branch – 2 PM Wednesday, September 6; 217 South Central Avenue, Surf City, (609) 494-2480. Tuckerton Branch – 2 PM Thursday, September 7; 380 Bay... Read More
August 16, 2023
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library seeks your help during the Sparks B.F.F. Reading Club Toiletries Drive, Friday, September 1 through Saturday, September 30. The items will be distributed to children and teens in need throughout Ocean County. Four OCL branches will serve as collection centers: Toms River Branch – 101 Washington Street, (732) 349-6200 Brick Branch – 301 Chambers Bridge Road, (732) 477-4513 Jackson Branch – 2... Read More
August 15, 2023
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library welcomes an evening of Celtic celebration with award-winning Irish musician and teacher Colm Keegan, 6 PM Thursday, September 14, in Mancini Hall of the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street. Keegan and special guest Brian McGrane will perform a special Celtic show as part of his 2023 cross-country tour. Tickets for this event are $15 and can be reserved online by credit card or eCheck at https://bit.... Read More
August 15, 2023
TOMS RIVER – College-bound students and their parents might find the admissions path mysterious. Jeffrey Selingo, whose Who Gets In and Why: A Year Inside College Admissions was a 2020 New York Times Most Notable Book, will shed light on the process during the next Ocean County Library Virtual Author Talk, 2 PM Wednesday, August 30. During the discussion, Selingo intends to clear misconceptions about competition and to encourage families to... Read More
August 14, 2023
LACEY TOWNSHIP – In honor of Patriot Day 2023, the Ocean County Library Lacey Branch invites children and families to meet local police officers and learn how they protect the community. “Hometown Heroes” will take place at 10:30 AM Tuesday, September 12. During the hour-long program, officers of the Lacey Township Police Department will demonstrate equipment inside the vehicles which patrol township streets and highways, and gear that they... Read More
August 11, 2023
TOMS RIVER – Stress can affect anyone, for any number of reasons. Teens feeling overwhelmed can unplug, unwind, and re-focus in the Ocean County Library’s online Calm Room. Located in the Teen Zone at www.theoceancountylibrary.org, it offers tools and resources for understanding how stress develops, ways to manage it, and tips for physical, mental and emotional well-being. Teens will find portals to soothing sights and sounds, live nature... Read More
August 11, 2023
TOMS RIVER – Have you always wanted to join a book club, but find it hard to set aside the time and place? The Ocean County Library extends an invitation to enroll in the free One Book OCL Online Book Club and join in, anywhere you need to be. Ocean County Library cardholders and non-cardholders are eligible to participate. Cardholders can download digital versions through the Library’s Freading®, Libby® and hoopla® services, or reserve print... Read More