Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – Have you ever wanted to see a life-size dinosaur? Experience this and more with the one and only Dinoman, presenting at several branches of the Ocean County Library this summer. Berkeley Branch 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, 30 Station Road, 732-269-2144 Point Pleasant Borough Branch,… Read More

SURF CITY – Have you ever imagined attending a glamorous White House Presidential function or State Dinner? Here is a program you won’t want to miss. Alan DeValerio, former butler in the Presidential home, will take you inside “The History of White House Entertainment” at the Ocean County Library Lo… Read More

BEACHWOOD – Very few things express your individuality as well as painting. If you’re a youngster age 6 to 12, you’re invited to our Sign Painting Workshop in the Ocean County Library Beachwood Branch, 11 a.m. Friday, August 1. We will supply the materials you need to paint a fun saying on your own… Read More

LACEY TOWNSHIP – Are you aware of the many ways that music therapy can help restore balance and peace to your life? Join us for “How to Use Music Therapy: Techniques to Navigate Everyday Challenges” at the Ocean County Library Lacey Branch, 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 30. Music Therapist Zach Alfred Lev… Read More

TOMS RIVER – The human mind is endlessly fascinating and mysterious. Explore its wonder during a fascinating virtual conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand while she chats about her new book, The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains at 2 p.m. Thursday… Read More

LACEY TOWNSHIP – Career choices for individuals with intellectual or developmental challenges are expanding as misconceptions continue to shrink. In honor of Disability Pride Month, join us for “Vocational Paths for Teens and Adults with Special Challenges” at the Ocean County Library Lacey Branch,… Read More

WARETOWN – Gather the whole family and join us for music, dancing and rollicking fun when “Ron’s Sunshine and Good Time Show” comes to the Ocean County Library Waretown Branch, 11:30 AM Saturday, July 26. Have a ball during this high-energy hour as Ron performs fun rock ‘n roll tunes and adds a gen… Read More

JACKSON – Looking to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of music this summer? The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a free concert by Opus Soul at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2. Opus Soul play an eclectic mix of blues, funk, R&B, jazz, and rock. Artists they cover include John Coltrane, Er… Read More

WARETOWN – Cheryl Godley is a local artist with a passion for art itself. The Waretown Branch of the Ocean County Library will display selections of Godley’s work from July 7 to August 30 in the exhibit “Artistic Dimensions.” Cheryl Godley is a longstanding member of the Ocean County Artists’ Guild… Read More

POINT PLEASANT BOROUGH – Feel the warmth and fun as you raise your voice in song with friends old and new. The Ocean County Library is pleased to present an Accessible Sing-Along for Older Teens and Adults in the Point Pleasant Borough Branch, 11 a.m. Thursday, July 24. Bring your love of music and… Read More