Current Press Releases

MANAHAWKIN – During World War II, a tech-savvy New Jersey woman took it on herself to be a priceless information provider for families of captured U.S. service members. Agnes Joan Negra’s exploits are chronicled in the book Waves of Hope. Meet her son Ronald Edward Negra, the author, at the Ocean Co… Read More

JACKSON – You work hard for your money. Scammers work hard to separate you from it and grab your sensitive personal information. You can outsmart them. Join us for “Spams, Scams and Fraud: Let’s Not Be a Victim” at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch, 2:30 p.m. Thursday, September 11. The enlig… Read More

TOMS RIVER – This September, the Ocean County Library invites you to celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month and discover how a single card can open the door to endless opportunities. With a library card, you can do more than check out books. From free classes and job resources to homework help, stream… Read More

LACEY TOWNSHIP – Celebrate the Ocean County Library’s centennial festivities with a special culinary experience. Join Chef Brian Cook, Executive Chef of Heavenly Eats Catering, for “A Taste of the Jersey Shore” at the OCL Lacey Branch, 2 PM Saturday, September 13. Take your imagination and taste bu… Read More

TOMS RIVER – Join us for a virtual conversation with communication expert Jefferson Fisher at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 10. Fisher will talk about his new book, The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More. No matter who you’re talking to, The Next Conversation gives you immediately actionable str… Read More

BRICK – If you are the parent of an adult individual with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, you know that there are options for their long-term care. But did you realize that you, a family member, or friend can receive monetary compensation and other benefits to be that individual’s pr… Read More

TOMS RIVER – All branches and reading centers of the Ocean County Library will be closed Sunday, August 31 and Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. All branches and reading centers will resume regular hours Tuesday, September 2. Library patrons are welcome to use OCL’s online resources,… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library Commission at their meeting on August 12 extended the JBJ Soul Kitchen lease with the co-op with Toms River Regional School South until the end of the second marking period to coincide with the completion of their courses which will be on or about January 29, 20… Read More

FORKED RIVER – Interested in seeing paintings by a talented local artist? The Lacey Branch of the Ocean County Library will host the exhibit “Pieces of Nature: Seascapes, Landscapes and More!” by Clara Sue Beym from September 2 through September 30. “Pieces of Nature” will feature watercolor painti… Read More

MANAHAWKIN – Learn all about planting, harvesting, drying, and storing garlic at the Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Sep. 8 during this interactive presentation from the Rutgers Master Gardeners. This program will cover the entire growing year of garlic from planti… Read More