Current Press Releases

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library invites fans of the best-selling “Ash Princess” series to join a virtual chat with its creator, Laura Sebastian, 6 PM Thursday, May 13. The program is part of the Library’s ongoing “Dive into YA: It’s Not Just for Teens” series, which aims to show how real issues, vivid writing, diverse characters and imaginative concepts propel Young Adult literature beyond traditional age categories. According to the... Read More

BRICK TOWNSHIP – Learn how to play the American Mah Jongg, in the comfort of your home. The Ocean County Library Brick Branch will present “Mah Jongg for Beginners,” a four-part virtual program starting at 10 AM Monday, May 3. The workshops will continue at the same time on May 10, 17 and 24. “Mah Jongg for Beginners” is geared for those new to the fun, sociable, competitive game. No experience is necessary to take part. Renowned... Read More

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library, Ocean County Office of Senior Services and Meals on Wheels are accepting new registrants for free, interactive virtual health management workshops. Continuous registration is open for the six-week “Take Control of Your Health” Zoom program for patients age 60 and up, family members and caregivers with concerns about diabetes or chronic ailments. One series is devoted exclusively to diabetes.... Read More

TOMS RIVER – As part of its Autism Resources Fair 2021, the Ocean County Library will present a free virtual program about legal issues that arise when parents of special needs children plan to go separate ways. It takes place at 6:30 PM Monday, April 19.“Autism and Divorce: How Courts Address Issues Involving Children with Special Needs” will be delivered by retired New Jersey family court judge Lawrence R. Jones and Joni Jones, a registered... Read More