Current Press Releases

SURF CITY – In one amazing two-year burst of inspiration, Giuseppe Verdi composed three of the world’s most beloved operas that set a new path for the art form and secured his place in the opera pantheon. Maestro Robert Butts will discuss “Verdi’s Trilogy: Il Trovatore, Rigoletto and La Traviata,” 2… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to the Toms River Branch to celebrate the Ocean County Library’s 100th Anniversary through dance at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sep. 30. DJ DanceMaur will guide participants as they dance through the decades and rock out with… Read More

JACKSON – Looking to organize your finances? The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Achieving Financial Fitness” at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6. Join Laura Reeves, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Retirement Planning Counselor, and local business owner for this fun and interac… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Join us in a virtual conversation with Smithsonian professionals as they talk about the book Nuestra América and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout US history at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2. Smithsonian professionals Adrián Aldaba and Emily Key will discuss the incredible co… 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

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

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

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

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 – 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