The Long Beach Island Branch has a delayed opening at 1:00pm on Thursday, 04/04/2024, due to inclement weather.

You’re Invited! Day-Long 30th Anniversary Party at Ocean County Library Barnegat Branch

April 04, 2023
BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP – The Ocean County Library Barnegat Branch extends an open invitation to join in its 30th Anniversary Celebration, with exciting programs, entertainment, and refreshments on Saturday, April 29. The fun begins with the “Talewise Dry Ice Show” at 10 AM. The super-frosty substance is the core of a science learning adventure and an interactive story called “Dragons & The Ice Sorceress.” The audience will decide how the story... Read More

Ocean County Library Autism Resources Fair 2023: Sing and Play with Ms. Kat and SLP Musically

April 03, 2023
TOMS RIVER – Children and teens of all ability levels will have a fun and accessible experience singing and playing along with SLP Musically’s Ms. Kat during the Ocean County Library Autism Resources Fair in the Toms River Branch, Saturday, April 15. No registration is required, and no experience is needed, to try adapted percussion instruments and sing in all ways, including through switches and other augmentative and alternative... Read More

Ocean County Library’s Sensory Space @ Jackson Opening to the Public

March 31, 2023
JACKSON TOWNSHIP –  The Ocean County Library expands its mission of “connecting people, building community, transforming lives” with a new, fully-equipped sensory space in its Jackson Branch. The grand opening and ribbon cutting for Sensory Space @ Jackson will take place at 1 PM Tuesday, April 4. The new addition to the Branch’s second-floor level provides a welcoming, quiet atmosphere for all ages, with innovative, soothing, tactile,... Read More

Ocean County Library Autism Resources Fair 2023: Balloon Art Fun for All Ages with Debby Pease

March 31, 2023
TOMS RIVER –  While gathering valuable information, visitors at the Ocean County Library’s annual Autism Resources Fair will be able to pause, enjoy, and take home samples of the balloon artistry of Debby Pease in the Toms River Branch, 10 AM until 2 PM Saturday, April 15. Debby owns and manages Lakehurst-based Premiere Picnics and Parties, now in its 31st year of operation. Her lively Facebook page attracts hundreds of followers.... Read More

Meet Artist Mark B. Retacco at Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch

March 30, 2023
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP – The Berkeley Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a reception featuring South Toms River artist Mark B. Retacco, 6 PM to 8 PM Thursday, April 20. Retacco’s art will be on display in the Branch’s meeting room throughout April and May. “My paint brush takes me on a journey of happiness, despair, and self-discovery,” Retacco said. “At times, I just glide along, losing my fears, without boundaries or inhibitions! It is... Read More

Learn ‘Hidden Dangers’ of Special Needs Individuals: POAC Program at Ocean County Library Stafford Branch

March 30, 2023
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP - 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 Stafford Branch, 10 AM Monday, April 24. 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

Ocean County Library Named Finalist for 2023 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service

March 29, 2023
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. – The Institute of Museum and Library Services announced today that Ocean County Library is among 30 finalists for the 2023 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. Ocean County Library is one of two institutions in New Jersey to be selected as a finalist for this award. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries that demonstrate significant impact in their communities. For... Read More

Ocean County Library Autism Resources Fair 2023: Discover Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy

March 29, 2023
TOMS RIVER –  Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is widely used to help individuals with autism pursue lives of independence. Parsippany-based Step Up Family Services will present an overview during the Ocean County Library’s 2023 Autism Resources Fair, 10 AM until 3 PM in the Toms River Branch. Anne Marie Harris, Board Certified Behavioral Analyst for Step Up Family Services, will conduct the presentation at 1:15 PM in the Hometown... Read More

‘Cops & Crayons’ Draws Hundreds to Ocean County Library Little Egg Harbor Branch

March 29, 2023
LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Children and the police officers who protect them sat down side-by-side, filling paper with bright colors together during “Cops & Crayons” at the Ocean County Little Egg Harbor Branch on Saturday, March 18. More than 280 people of all ages took part in the two-hour event organized by OCL Children’s Librarian Kate Sanchez and Little Egg Harbor Police Sergeant Sean Crotty. “I would like to thank Sgt. Crotty and his... Read More

Discover Assistive Communication Technology at Ocean County Library Brick Branch

March 28, 2023
BRICK TOWNSHIP – People with disabilities, their families, teachers, and employers can benefit greatly from advances in assistive technology. Learn about augmented and alternative communication devices at the Ocean County Library Brick Branch, 6:30 PM Monday, April 17. Kate Flaxman, MS CCC-SLP, Augmentative Communication Specialist for Advancing Opportunities (AO) will provide extensive details about the uses of assistive technology and... Read More
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