Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed Friday, May 14, for the Ocean County Library’s annual Staff Development Day. Overdue fines will not accrue on materials during this time. We encourage our customers to use the Library’s online resources, databases, eBooks, eMagaz… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library invites fans of the best-selling “Ash Princess” series to join a virtual chat with its creator, Laura Sebastian, 6 PM Thursday, May 13. The program is part of the Library’s ongoing “Dive into YA: It’s Not Just for Teens” series, which aims to show how real issu… Read More

TOMS RIVER – In accord with updated guidelines issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and in consultation with the Ocean County Health Department (OCHD), the Ocean County Library will discontinue quarantining of books and materials beginning the week of April 26.  Additionally, t… Read More

BRICK TOWNSHIP – Learn how to play the American Mah Jongg, in the comfort of your home. The Ocean County Library Brick Branch will present “Mah Jongg for Beginners,” a four-part virtual program starting at 10 AM Monday, May 3. The workshops will continue at the same time on May 10, 17 and 24.… Read More

BRICK TOWNSHIP – The Ocean County Library Brick Branch invites you to take a front-row seat right in your own home for a virtual concert with “Elly G. – Vocalist Plus Sax,” 2 PM Saturday, April 24. The veteran of the New York City music circuit has entertained audiences across the United States… Read More

TOMS RIVER – As part of its Autism Resources Fair 2021, the Ocean County Library will present a workshop about the impacts of mental health in mainstream society at 6:30 PM Thursday, April 29.“Autism, Mental Health and Cultural Competency” will be delivered by retired New Jersey Family Court Judge L… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library, Ocean County Office of Senior Services and Meals on Wheels are accepting new registrants for free, interactive virtual health management workshops. Continuous registration is open for the six-week “Take Control of Your Health” Zoom program for patients age… Read More

TOMS RIVER – As part of its Autism Resources Fair 2021, the Ocean County Library will present a free virtual program about legal issues that arise when parents of special needs children plan to go separate ways. It takes place at 6:30 PM Monday, April 19.“Autism and Divorce: How Courts Address Issue… Read More

TOMS RIVER – World-renowned autism advocate, animal scientist, educator, and author Dr. Temple Grandin will deliver the virtual keynote address of the Ocean County Library’s Autism Resources Fair, 2 PM Saturday, April 17.Through sharing her personal story, Dr. Temple Grandin will provide insight and… Read More

MANCHESTER – A lively dialog about the 2021 Major League Baseball season kicks off the Ocean County Library’s exciting new podcast series, “OCL Sound Waves.”The Library’s podcasts can be heard on Spotify, Anchor by Spotify, Breaker, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, and Radio Public.“Take Me Out to the… Read More