Current Press Releases

BARNEGAT – The work of Waretown artist Dorothy Siclare, an oil painter who focuses on figurative and portrait work, will be on display at the Barnegat Branch of the Ocean County Library, 112 Burr St., throughout the month of September.Siclare has always had her hand in the artistic process since she was a child. Born in New York, she worked as an interior designer for 20 years. She has won many awards and has showcased her work in group and solo... Read More

LONG BEACH ISLAND – Award-winning poet and illustrator Bridget Sprouls will do a reading of her latest children’s book “Shore Buddies: A Guide to Making Friends at the Beach” at 10 a.m. Monday, August 20 at the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library.This program is intended for children aged 1 to 6.Participants will enjoy stories and songs, followed by playtime and a craft. A Q&A and book signing will follow the reading.The... Read More

LONG BEACH ISLAND – Take a break from the daily grind, with “Colored Pencils and Pastries,” Thursday, Sept. 20, 2 p.m., at the Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch, 217 S. Central Avenue, Surf City.Bring your own coloring books and crayons, or we’ll supply them for you – and we’ll bring the pastries, too.Registration is required for the free event. If you have allergies to certain foods, learn more by calling the Long Beach Island... Read More

TOMS RIVER – Summer may be winding down, but you can still preserve your homegrown vegetables and fruits. The Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St., will host Joanne Kinsey from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension, at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29.Kinsey’s free program, “Save the Flavor of Summer” will include instructions on properly canning fresh produce. Participants will also create labels for future use in their own... Read More