Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – A state-of-the-art recreation complex especially for special-needs individuals is opening in Toms River. Tour the Field of Dreams in a virtual program, 7 PM Thursday, May 12, as part of the Ocean County Library’s 2022 Autism Resources Fair. Field of Dreams, the only recreational site o… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library is pleased to host Creative Photography, by Rob Rielly, throughout May in the 2nd Floor Gallery of the Toms River Branch during May. It consists of traditional and digital photographs, created through a variety of techniques and methods. It is Rob’s contention… Read More

TOMS RIVER – In recognition of May 20 as global Endangered Species Day, the Ocean County Library is pleased to host Endangered Species, by Barbara Kraemer and Suzi Hoffman, throughout May in the McConnell Gallery. The aim of the multi-media collection, including watercolors, acrylics and oil painti… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library Stafford Branch is pleased to present Phil Bruschi’s live performance and discussion, “The Brylcreem Boys – Singers of Early Rock & Roll,” 2 PM Tuesday, May 3. The multi-talented singer and storyteller turns back time to the late ‘50s and early ‘60s, when t… Read More

LACEY TOWNSHIP – To mark Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the Ocean County Library Lacey Branch will host three virtual programs by RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery’s Hope & Healing Program, examining strength of body, mind and spirit. Leading the discussions will b… Read More

LAKEWOOD – Why wait another six months for scary season? If you’re between ages 12 and 18, don a chillingly good costume and celebrate during the Halfway to Halloween Teen Bash at the Ocean County Library Lakewood Branch, 2 PM Monday, May 2. The frightfully fun time will take place in the Teen Zone… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Anthony Starego, the autistic young man who demonstrated his football skill in Brick Township and beyond, tells his inspiring story during a virtual program at 7 PM Tuesday, May 10, as part of the Ocean County Library’s 2022 Autism Resources Fair. Mostly nonverbal and highly sensitive… Read More

BEACHWOOD – The Friends of the Beachwood Branch will host a fundraising jewelry sale, 10 AM until 4:30 PM Friday, May 6 at the Ocean County Library Beachwood Branch. Taking place just before Mother’s Day, the event is an opportunity to find reasonably-priced special gifts, for loved ones or for you… Read More

LAVALLETTE – See the Garden State as the “Father of Our Country” saw it. Historical interpreter and storyteller David Emerson will portray our nation’s first leader in “George Washington Remembers New Jersey,” 7 PM Wednesday, May 4, at the Ocean County Library Upper Shores Branch. From Trenton to P… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Individuals and families interested in the raising, training and availability of service dogs can learn about it during a webinar by Canine Companions, 6:30 PM Monday, May 2, as part of the Ocean County Library’s 2022 Autism Resources Fair. The Bratnik family of Ocean County, affiliate… Read More