Current Press Release

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will run its 11th annual Prom Dress Drive and Giveaway. Donations can be dropped off at all Branches from February 1 to April 6.

The drive will provide formal attire to middle and high school aged students at no charge for their school’s formal events. Donations give students the opportunity to join their friends at a memorable event with confidence.

Donations of gently used, modern dresses in both long and short styles, in a wide range of sizes including larger gowns are appreciated. Tuxedo jackets, vests, shirts, and pants are also accepted.

No bridesmaid dresses or men’s suits should be donated.

Giveaways will take place at the following dates and locations:

Little Egg Harbor Branch, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Apr. 2, 3, and 4, 290 Mathistown Road, 609-294-1197

Toms River Branch, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Apr. 9, 10, and 11, 101 Washington Street, 732-349-6200

Barnegat Branch, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Apr. 16 and 17, 112 Burr Street, 609-698-3331

Lakewood Branch, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Apr. 27 and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Apr. 29, 301 Lexington Ave., 732-363-1435

Visit theoceancountylibrary.org for more information.

01-28-2019-Updated-Prom-Giveaway.pdf