Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – Best-selling authors who specialize in writing for young adults will appear in a new series of virtual Ocean County Library programs beginning in April.“Dive into YA: It’s Not Just for Teens” will feature award-winning and imaginative masters of humor, horror, suspense, mystery, non-fic… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will mark Autism Awareness Month in April with the return of its Autism Resources Fair, and this year it’s a month-long event.  Interested families and individuals can take part in free virtual programs, and pick up free, sensory-friendly “Take & Make”… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library is initiating a system that will allow for quicker, more efficient customer service than ever before. Lending items are being adapted to Radio Frequency Identification (RFID).Toms River Headquarters Branch will begin the RFID project on Wednesday, March 17. This… Read More

Point Pleasant Beach – The Ocean County Library’s Point Pleasant Beach Branch is closed for cleaning after an employee tested positive for COVID-19. The Branch has an anticipated reopening of Thursday, March 18. All necessary steps have been taken to ensure the safety of our staff and the public. It… Read More

Jackson – Saturday, March 13, the Ocean County Library’s Jackson Branch will be offering temporary door-side services only. Hours of door-side services: 10am – 5pm Patrons who would like to place holds or checkout items at the Jackson Branch should call (732) 928-4400 The book drop remains… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Celebrate Women’s History Month with the Ocean County Library. Laura Sook Duncombe, author of A Pirate’s Life for She: Swashbuckling Women through the Ages, will discuss their lives and legends in a virtual program, 6 PM Thursday, March 25.A Pirate’s Life for She chronicles 16 women and… Read More

BRICK TOWNSHIP –  Learn how to play American-style Mah Jongg, wherever you need to be. The Ocean County Library Brick Branch will present a four-part virtual program, “Mah Jongg for Beginners,” starting 10:30 AM Tuesday, March 9.“Mah Jongg for Beginners” is geared for those new to the fun, comp… Read More

BRICK TOWNSHIP – The Ocean County Library Brick Branch invites you to enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day celebration in the comfort of your own home. “Sounds of Ireland: A Virtual Music Concert with Charlie Zahm” will take place at 6:30 PM Thursday, March 18.According to www.charliezahm.com, the guitarist an… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Celebrate Black History Month with the Ocean County Library and the Toms River Area NAACP, during a virtual production by the Bright Star Touring Theatre, beginning 12:00 Noon Saturday, February 27.Let It Shine: The American Civil Rights Movement 1955-68 introduces viewers to iconic eve… Read More

Brick – The Ocean County Library’s Brick Branch is closed until Tuesday, February 16 for cleaning due to COVID-19. All necessary steps have been taken to ensure the safety of our staff and the public. Items currently on hold at the Brick Branch will be extended for their patrons’ convenience.… Read More