Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – All branches and reading centers of the Ocean County Library will be closed Sunday, May 28 and Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day. Patrons are welcome to access the Library’s online resources, databases, eBooks, eMagazines, video and audio streams and digital classes, available continuously at www.theoceancountylibrary.org. Keep up with Library programs and events at www.theoceancountylibrary.org, and on Facebook,... Read More

TOMS RIVER – Cake is tasty, and an artfully-decorated one can make your mouth water before your first bite. Teens aged 13 to 18 can learn the art of cake decoration in a three-part program at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch. The series takes place Thursday, June 8, Thursday, July 13 and Thursday, August 10, all starting at 6 PM. They’ll be led by YA Librarian Keira Clay, known for cake decorating skills during three years at Murphy... Read More

TOMS RIVER – Psychologist Mike Rucker, Ph.D., whose The Fun Habit employs scientific research to underscore the value of fun in a healthy lifestyle, will be the guest in the Ocean County Library’s next Virtual Author Talk, 4 PM Wednesday, June 7. The Fun Habit, subtitled How the Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life, is Rucker’s account of his rebound from a personal crisis, what he learned in separating myths and methods of... Read More

LITTLE EGG HARBOR - Families, guardians, parents, and professionals who interact with children and adults with autism, developmental challenges, and special needs can discover effective safety steps at the Ocean County Library Little Egg Harbor Branch, 5 PM Tuesday, June 13. Brick Township-based POAC’s “Hidden Dangers” program will offer potentially-lifesaving information for a wide range of special needs and independence levels, including... Read More