The Long Beach Island Branch has a delayed opening at 1:00pm on Thursday, 04/04/2024, due to inclement weather.

Photography Exhibit by Carol Stauffer Coming to Toms River Library

January 11, 2019
TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Vision Quest”, an exhibit by local photographer Carol Stauffer, throughout February in the McConnell Gallery.Nature has been a source of inspiration for Stauffer all her life. The Toms River native began exploring the natural world around her in rural Pennsylvania with a Brownie camera. Stauffer’s deepest desire is to inspire people to open their eyes and hearts to receive... Read More

Learn About Misty Copeland and Robert Battle at Ocean County Library

January 11, 2019
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will host “An Unlikely Two: Misty Copeland and Robert Battle” at several of its branches throughout February.This presentation will cover Misty Copeland and Robert Battle, two highly acclaimed African American ballet and modern dance choreographers and dancers. Discover how they became prominent figures in the dance world and African American culture.The program will take place at the following locations and... Read More

North Jersey Philharmonic Glee Club to perform at Ocean County Library

January 11, 2019
JACKSON – The Ocean County Library will host concerts by the North Jersey Philharmonic Glee Club at two of its branches.The program will take place at the following locations and dates:Jackson Branch, 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2, 2 Jackson Drive, 732-928-4400Manchester Branch, 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, 21 Colonial Drive, 732-657-7600The North Jersey Philharmonic Glee Club is one of the oldest continuously singing all-male groups in the Mid-Atlantic... Read More

Manasquan River Group of Artists Exhibit at Point Beach Library

January 10, 2019
POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The Point Pleasant Beach Branch of the Ocean County Library will host an art exhibit by Manasquan River Group of Artists until March 30.A reception will be held at the branch 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19. All are welcome to attend.Manasquan River Group of Artists was founded in 1938. Each year, members of the group exhibit their work consisting of paintings in watercolors, acrylic, pastels, and oils.The... Read More

Ocean County Library Transitions to Standalone OverDrive Website

January 07, 2019
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Library is excited to announce a new home for our wide selection of popular digital eBooks and eAudiobooks. The library has offered digital books through OverDrive as a part of the eLibraryNJ consortium since 2010.Ocean County Library cardholders can now access the OverDrive collection by visiting http://ocl.overdrive.com or by searching for Ocean County Library in the free Libby or OverDrive apps.Patrons can also... Read More

Self-Care Symposium at Toms River Library

January 07, 2019
TOMS RIVER – Looking to stay on track with your New Year’s resolutions? The Toms Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a Self-Care Symposium 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19. The event will feature workshops and speakers on managing stress, healthy cooking, mindful breathing, essential oils, bullet journaling, vision boarding, and more.The day will begin with organizing humorist Jamie Novak, who will present “Lost the Clutter, Find... Read More

February Technology Classes Coming to Jackson Library

January 07, 2019
JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host several technology classes throughout the month of February.“Spotlight On: Windows 10” 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 4. Become familiar with the features of the Windows 10 operating system. Participants should have mouse and keyboard skills.“Microsoft Word Basics” 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6. Learn how to create and format a document. Topics will include writing text, changing the size and... Read More

Six Ocean County Library Branches to Extend Hours in 2019

January 03, 2019
TOMS RIVER - In an effort to have our buildings more accessible to the public, The Ocean County Library Commission approved to extend the hours of operation for six branches during their meeting on December 11, 2018. The schedule change, listed below, will take effect on January 21, 2019. The hours for the other 15 library locations will remain unchanged. BranchDaysMonTuesWedThuFriSatSunBeachwood BranchHours1-910-510-510-510-510-... Read More

Display by Local Artist Robert Organes at Barnegat Library

January 02, 2019
BARNEGAT – The Barnegat Branch of the Ocean County Library will host an art display by local painter Robert Organes throughout the month of January.Robert Organes says, “[painting feels] like a puzzle. Trying to make all the pieces fit and succeed is one of my life’s greatest rewards.”Organes attended Newark School of Fine and Industrial Arts and has exhibited in juried shows.The branch is located at 112 Burr Street.This display is free and open... Read More

Manchester Library’s Various January Programs

December 17, 2018
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library will host various programs throughout January.“Free Wednesday Movies” 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30. Watch movies on the big screen without the admission fee of a movie theater. Call the branch at 732-657-7600 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events for film information. No registration required.“Chicks with Sticks” 6:30 p.m. Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, and 2 p.m.... Read More
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