Current Press Releases

SURF CITY – The Ides of March became infamous in 44 BCE, when Roman Emperor Julius Caesar’s assassination changed the course of world history. Explore his life and legacy during “The Ides of March: A Caesar Retrospective” in the Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch, 10 AM Friday, March 15.… Read More

JACKSON TOWNSHIP – The Ocean County Library Jackson Branch will soon feature brand-new carpeting. To accommodate the installation, the Branch will close beginning Monday, March 4, and reopen on or about Monday, March 18. Jackson Branch patrons may return borrowed items to on-site drop boxes, or to… Read More

TOMS RIVER – One of the most tragic civilian seagoing catastrophes of the 20th Century will be discussed in detail during historian Greg Caggiano’s exciting program “The Titanic: A Special Anniversary Presentation,” at two Ocean County Library branches. Brick Branch – 301 Chambers Bridge Road, (7… Read More

SURF CITY – Looking for a convivial group for swapping yarns and working with yarn? Pull up a seat for “Knit Happens” in the Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch, 3:30 PM Saturday, March 16. Bring your yarn, needles, and hooks and become acquainted with members of the casual knitting circl… Read More

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP – Spring is nearly here. Have questions about your planting plans? Just “Ask a Master Gardener @ Stafford.” Diagnostic clinics at the Ocean County Library Stafford Branch will take place 10 AM until 12 PM on the second and fourth Monday of each month through September except Memori… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Dazzling dresses and glittering gowns donated by generous Ocean County Library patrons and visitors are about to adorn teens throughout the county. OCL’s 16th annual Prom Dress Giveaway will take place in March at three Library branches. Toms River Branch – 101 Washington Street, (73… Read More

BRICK TOWNSHIP – American pop music of the past half-century would sound markedly different without Neil Diamond’s influence.  Entertainer and educator Phil Bruschi will take you on a multimedia tour of the legendary musician’s life during “Neil Diamond: Singer & Songwriter” at the Ocean Co… Read More

SURF CITY – “March Awareness Themes,” a mixed media exhibit by local artist Brunella DeMarco, will be on display in the Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch throughout the month of March. You’re invited to meet the artist during the reception in the Branch meeting room, 2 PM Saturday March… Read More

SURF CITY – In honor of Women’s History Month, join us and create an Op Art masterpiece in the style of a legendary figure. “Bridget Riley: Op Art Rippled Creations” will take place at the Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch, 2 PM Friday, March 1. Op (optical) Art is an abstract style usi… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library Commission held its reorganization meeting on January 16 at the headquarters of the Library system in the Franklin H. Berry, Jr. Board Room of the Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street. Ocean County Library Commissioner Timothy McDonald was sworn in to a new… Read More