Current Press Releases

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP – The onset of autumn means another busy season of cranberry harvesting in South Jersey. Get a glimpse of local Pine Barrens harvesting history during “It’s Cranberry Time!” in the Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch, 1 p.m. Saturday, October 11. Join us for a retrospective look… Read More

BRICK – Know your numbers! Stop by the Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Friday, October 10 to receive a free wellness screening by a registered nurse from Hackensack Meridian Health. Screenings include blood pressure, pulse, cholesterol, blood sugar, body mass i… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Health Department will be offering seasonal influenza (flu) vaccines for for the 2025-26 season to all residents one year and older free of charge at several branches of the Ocean County Library. Clinics will take place at the following locations and dates: Oct. 14,… Read More

POINT PLEASANT – Residents of Point Pleasant Beach, would you like an opportunity to speak with Mayor Douglas Vitale in an intimate and personal setting? The Point Pleasant Beach Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a “Meet the Mayor” event at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13. In keeping with his… Read More

MANAHAWKIN – Interested in owning your own houseplants? The Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “The Dirt on Houseplants” at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 13. Dr. S. Ann Earon, certified Rutgers Master Gardener of Ocean County, will discuss the different types of houseplants and which a… Read More

WARETOWN – Do you know what Day of the Dead is, when it takes place, and where it is celebrated? Find out these tidbits and more at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Waretown Branch of the Ocean County Library. Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) is a lively celebration honoring life, blending a… Read More

MANAHAWKIN – The American Historical Theater’s Neill Hartley will portray Joshua Lionel Cowen for you to experience the magic of toy trains during the program, “Friend’s Adventure: The Magic of Lionel” at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9. Neill Hartley is Joshua Lionel Cowen in this magical one-man show ab… Read More

SURF CITY – Writer, traveler, and artist Jill DeFelice will share her insights, misadventures and love of travel during “A Battered Suitcase and a Sense of Humor” at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9 at the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library. Imagine packing up two toddlers and a barrage of… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Parents of children with autism can face many challenges throughout their child’s development. You may wonder what can you, as a parent and caregiver, do to increase their progress. Find out during the program, “What Skills Can YOU Teach Your Child with Autism?” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, O… Read More

JACKSON – Have you always wanted to draw but never knew where to start? Learn foundational drawing skills and techniques with Jenny Santa Maria from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9 at the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library. This session will provide a supportive, step-by-step enviro… Read More