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Teens, Master Ceramic Art at Ocean County Library Toms River Branch

May 26, 2023
TOMS RIVER – Ceramic items add beauty to any living space, and they’re great gifts as well. Teens can create ceramic replicas of sea life in the Makerspace of the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch, 3 PM Tuesday, June 20. All materials will be provided for this unique one-hour program for young adults aged 13 to 18. Create and decorate a colorful ceramic fish, and take your masterpiece home after it’s been fired in the kiln. The... Read More

Steve Moran Art Exhibit, Reception Coming to Ocean County Library Jackson Branch

May 25, 2023
JACKSON TOWNSHIP – The Ocean County Library Jackson Branch is pleased to present an exhibit of airbrushings and paintings by Toms River artist Steve Moran throughout the months of June and July. Meet Steve during the Artist’s Reception, 2 to 4 PM Saturday, June 24. Steve’s extensive portfolio of oil and acrylic paintings includes images of people, wildlife and marine life, florals, still life, and landscapes. In addition to canvas, his work... Read More

Ocean County Library to Mark Juneteenth with “When the Cavalry Came to Call”

May 25, 2023
TOMS RIVER – In honor of Juneteenth, the Ocean County Library will present a live program by noted storyteller Michelle Washington Wilson, “When the Cavalry Came to Call.” The presentations will take place at the OCL Jackson Branch, 2 PM Saturday, June 17, and at the OCL Waretown Branch, 4 PM Monday, June 19. Ms. Wilson will relate stories and poems that celebrate African American Emancipation and honor the sacrifices made to attain it.... Read More

An American in Provence’s Jamie Beck to Appear In Ocean County Library’s Virtual Author Talk Series

May 24, 2023
TOMS RIVER – Author-photographer Jamie Beck, whose extended hiatus in France produced the New York Times best-seller An American in Provence, will appear in the Ocean County Library’s Virtual Author Talk series, 2 PM Thursday, June 15. An American in Provence is Beck’s account of her five-year stay in the storied French countryside, its contribution to her personal growth, and her evolution as a writer and photographer. Equal parts... Read More

Enjoy a ‘Piece of New Jersey Paradise’ at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch

May 23, 2023
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library Toms River Branch is pleased to present the “New Jersey Piece of Paradise P.O.P. Art Show” by Jersey Shore-based artist André Russell throughout the month of June. The exhibit in the Branch’s Second Floor Gallery consists of fine art pieces, created by reconstructing original photographs through the half-tone print technique. The Brookdale Community College honors graduate developed the “Pieces of... Read More

Ocean County Library Jackson Branch to Feature Painted Rock Art by Ceil Smolowitz

May 22, 2023
JACKSON TOWNSHIP – The Ocean County Library Jackson Branch is pleased to feature township resident Ceil Smolowitz’s minimalist art exhibit of painted stones. “Painted Rocks” will be on display throughout the months of June and July. “The Rock Lady” relates that her art grew from a pastime to a charity fundraising vehicle. “My daughter-in-law [OCL Librarian Wendi Smolowitz] came to me after she was asked to do a craft class,” Ceil recalled. “... Read More

Talewise to Present The Sword in the Stone at Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch

May 19, 2023
SURF CITY – Take the family on an adventure in medieval Britain. The Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch is pleased to present a Talewise interactive program for youngsters age 4 to 11, Kindness Heroes: The Sword in the Stone, 11 AM Friday, June 9. The re-imagining of the King Arthur legend centers on two friends who set out to save the kingdom, and along the way learn the importance of kindness. Viewers enjoy fun team-building... Read More

Ocean County Library Announces Memorial Day Closure

May 19, 2023
TOMS RIVER – All branches and reading centers of the Ocean County Library will be closed Sunday, May 28 and Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day. Patrons are welcome to access the Library’s online resources, databases, eBooks, eMagazines, video and audio streams and digital classes, available continuously at www.theoceancountylibrary.org. Keep up with Library programs and events at www.theoceancountylibrary.org, and on Facebook,... Read More

Ocean County Library Jackson Branch to Present ‘Sol y Sombras’ Classical Recital

May 18, 2023
JACKSON TOWNSHIP – Welcome summer with a virtuoso performance of flute and guitar. “Sol y Sombras” (“Sun and Shadows”), by Marjorie Koharski and Keith Calmes, will be given at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch, 2 PM Saturday, June 10. The New Jersey-based musicians will perform music written by Bach, Carulli, composers of Hispanic origins, and the late local composer Joseph Virgilio. Marjorie Koharski’s credits include the Monmouth,... Read More

Yummy Summer Teen Fun: Cake Decorating at Ocean County Library Toms River Branch

May 17, 2023
TOMS RIVER – Cake is tasty, and an artfully-decorated one can make your mouth water before your first bite. Teens aged 13 to 18 can learn the art of cake decoration in a three-part program at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch. The series takes place Thursday, June 8, Thursday, July 13 and Thursday, August 10, all starting at 6 PM. They’ll be led by YA Librarian Keira Clay, known for cake decorating skills during three years at Murphy... Read More
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