Mindfulness Meditation Session Coming to Jackson Library

January 12, 2018
JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Mindfulness Meditation: On Healing” 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 23, 2 Jackson Drive. Learn the gentle art of healing through guided meditation with visualization. Bring an open heart and mind. This practice is open to novice and skilled attendees. Comfortable clothes are required. Registration is required for this free event. To register, call 732-928-4400 or visit... Read More

AARP Tax Assistance Coming to Jackson Library

January 12, 2018
JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will partner with AARP to provide free tax assistance programs throughout February. The programs will take place from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 1, 8, 15, and 22 at 2 Jackson Drive. Attendees must bring previous year(s) returns, photo ID, social security or ITIN card and all relevant tax documents related to the tax years to be prepared. There is no age requirement.... Read More

Coloring for Adults at Jackson Library

January 12, 2018
JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Coloring for Adults” 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2 Jackson Drive. Rediscover the joy of coloring while listening to relaxing music. Coloring sheets and art supplies will be provided. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required for this free program. To register, call 732-928-4400 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.   

“The Perfume Collector” Book Discussion at Jackson Library

January 12, 2018
JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a book discussion on “The Perfume Collector” by Kathleen Tessaro 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2 Jackson Drive. “The Perfume Collector” tells the story of a reluctant British socialite who receives a mysterious inheritance from an unknown Frenchwoman in 1950s Europe. Registration is not required for this free program. For more information, call 732-928-4400 or visit... Read More

Chair Yoga in Jackson Library

January 12, 2018
JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Chair Yoga” 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2 Jackson Drive. Do you experience limited mobility? Try the gentle art of chair yoga with certified instructor Jennifer Klein, MS, RD from the Perlmutter Family ShopRite. Comfortable clothes are required. Participants must sign an injury waiver form before the event. Registration is required for this free program. To register... Read More

“By River, By Rail” Black Migration Documentary to Screen at Jackson Library

January 12, 2018
JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host two screenings of the documentary “By River, By Rail: History of the Black Migration” at 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21. The film documents the early 20th century move by African-Americans to the northern United States in hope for a better life. Poet Maya Angelou, NAACP President Kweisi Mfume, and others recount the story of separated families, hardships, prejudice... Read More

The Life and Times of Bobby Darin Recalled at Upper Shores Branch

January 11, 2018
LAVALLETTE –For Jimmy Scalia, the official archivist for legendary entertainer Bobby Darin, sharing the performer’s life story is nothing short of a labor of love.Scalia works in cooperation with the Bobby Darin estate and writes articles for In-Tune and Primo magazine. Scalia is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame. He visited the Upper Shores Branch of the Ocean County Library on Jan. 3 and shared many... Read More

Beachwood Library to Host Health Series by Meridian Health

January 09, 2018
BEACHWOOD – The Beachwood Branch of the Ocean County Library will host the six part series “Taking Control of Your Health” presented by Debbie Shar of Meridian Health.The series will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday Feb. 1, Feb. 8, Feb. 15, Feb. 22 and two sessions on March 3 the first at 1 pm and the second at 8 pm. Topics will vary each session.The branch is located at 126 Beachwood Blvd. This program is free but registration is required.... Read More

Toms River Library Speaker Explores “The Power of Illusion”

January 09, 2018
TOMS RIVER - Professor Claude Taylor, of Monmouth University, will host a dynamic three-part series at the Toms River Library concerning the groundbreaking PBS series “The Power of Illusion.”This three part series asks the question, "How valid are your beliefs about the human series?"  The program examines race, science and history in society.Following the conclusion of each episode, Professor Taylor, Advisor-in-Residence for Academic... Read More

Upper Shores Branch to Host Martin Luther King Community Art Project

January 08, 2018
UPPER SHORES – The Upper Shores Branch of the Ocean County Library will host the program “MLK Community Art Project” at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 15.Come create a community art project inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s ideas of love and kindness.No registration is required for this program which will be held at the branch located at 112 Jersey City Ave. Lavallette. For information call the branch at 732-793-3996.
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