Current Press Releases

LONG BEACH ISLAND - The Ocean County Library will present “Journey to Antarctica” at the Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S Central Ave, Surf City at 6 p.m. Monday, July 30.Jim and Patti Rahn, world travelers, will offer a PowerPoint presentation which will bring you up close and personal to the places, wildlife and landscapes of Antarctica.The presentation will display pictures they have taken on... Read More

JACKSON – The Ocean County Library will host a blood drive by the American Red Cross 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 31, at its Jackson Branch, 2 Jackson Drive.Donors will receive a voucher for five free items from the Jackson Friends of the Library’s Book Sale.Teens 16 years and older may donate with permission by parent or guardian.Walk-ins are welcomed but appointments are preferred. To make an appointment, call the branch at 732-928-4400 or... Read More

BARNEGAT – The work of visual artist Martin Mayo will be on display at the Barnegat Branch of the Ocean County Library, 112 Burr St., throughout the month of August.Mayo, a resident of Barnegat, is also a musician and performer. He graduated from Parsons School of Design and works in mixed media including acrylic, pen and ink, house paint, and collage.The artist’s work has been published in many magazines and newspapers including The New York... Read More

TOMS RIVER –The Ocean County Library is pleased to announce that it will host “Mystery and Magic – New Jersey’s Pinelands,” a month-long photography exhibit by Albert D. Horner.The collection, which will be displayed in the McConnell Gallery at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. during August, consists of nature photography.Horner has been exploring the Pinelands National Reserve since childhood; using this... Read More