Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – All Ocean County Library branches and reading centers will have a delayed opening of 1 PM Friday, December 2, for the Library’s annual Staff In-Service Training. Patrons are welcome to use the Library’s online resources, databases, eBooks, eMagazines, video and audio streams and digital classes. They are available continuously at www.theoceancountylibrary.org. Keep up with Library programs and events at www.... Read More

TOMS RIVER – George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River led to three quick victories that changed the Colonies’ fortunes in the War for Independence. Historical interpreter Tom Maddock will chronicle “Ten Crucial Days of the American Revolution” at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch, 2 PM Wednesday, November 30. Maddock, a member of the Friends of Washington Crossing Park, will describe events as they occurred from the... Read More

JACKSON – Kick off your festive season with “Swinging Jazz and Holiday Favorites” by Deb Lyons and John Bianculli, 2:30 PM Thursday, December 1, at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch. Enjoy heart-warming cold-weather favorites such as “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” and “Winter Wonderland,” and standards like “Dream A Little Dream of Me” and “Cheek to Cheek.” Deb Lyons is familiar to theatergoers for her starring role in the... Read More

TOMS RIVER – Brain games are fun ways to maintain or improve mental fitness. The Ocean County Library will offer a full menu of fascinating games in ready-to-use Playaway® Launchpad tablets for patrons at its 21 branches and reading centers. Launchpads contain puzzles, word games, number challenges, and tests of speed and logic, suitable for kids, teens, and adults. They promote cognitive health by challenging memory, reaction time, problem-... Read More