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Ocean County Library to be Closed February 17

February 10, 2020
TOMS RIVER – All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed Monday, February 17, in observance of President’s Day.Regular business hours will resume Tuesday, February 18.We encourage our customers to use the Library’s online resources, including databases, ebooks, emagazines, streaming services and online classes which are available throughwww.theoceanccountylibrary.org.For more information, contact the Ocean County Library through its... Read More

Super Smash Bros.© Tournament Coming to Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch

February 10, 2020
Long Beach Island – Teens and tweens, prepare to test your skills and knock out the competition. The Ocean County Library, Long Beach Island Branch will host the Super Smash Bros.© Tournament, 6 p.m Wednesday, Mar. 25.Players will take the roles of characters from the most popular and enduring Nintendo® games of the past several decades. Gamers will match wits for a full hour using the Switch system.The branch is located at 217 S. Central Ave.,... Read More

Fun Flower Arranging for Children at Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch

February 10, 2020
Long Beach Island – In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, children are invited to create a little treasure for their favorite leprechauns. The Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch will host St. Patrick’s Day “Pot Of Gold” Flower Arranging for kids and tweens, 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Mar. 11.Members of the Garden Club of LBI will help children create imaginative flower designs, ideal for sharing with friends.The event is intended for... Read More

Lacey Library Gets Jazzy for Black History Month

February 07, 2020
LACEY TOWNSHIP – The Ocean County Library Lacey Branch will celebrate Black History Month by hosting “An Evening of Jazz and Blues: The Swamp Boogie Five Concert,” 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25.The band adds a Louisiana-flavored twist to the songs in its repertoire. Member Pete Wagula describes the group’s style as “roots and jump blues in a swampy style.”The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Lacey Library.The branch is located at 10 East... Read More

12th Annual Prom Dress Drive Under Way At All Ocean County Library Branches

February 03, 2020
TOMS RIVER – February marks the kickoff of the Ocean County Library’s 12th Annual Prom Dress Drive. All branches are accepting gently-used or new prom dresses and tuxedos during regular business hours through Friday, Mar. 13. The drive will provide formal attire at no charge to middle and high school aged students for their schools’ spring formal events. Donations give students the opportunity to join their friends at a memorable event with... Read More

Celebrate Women’s History Month, National Nutrition Month And Youth Art Month in March at Berkeley Library

February 03, 2020
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP – The Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch will present an inspiring interpretive theater piece, handmade crafting, cooking for kids and spring garden preparation among its many programs during March.The schedule includes:“Monday Movies,” 1:30 p.m. Monday Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Call the branch for titles.“Computer and eBook Help,” by appointment. Call the branch for details.“Pop-In Puzzle.” Help complete this month’s puzzle. No... Read More

Information, Exhibits, Entertainment, and Career Paths Highlight OCL’s 4th Annual Autism Resources Fair in Toms River

February 03, 2020
TOMS RIVER – Individuals, families, caregivers, and prospective professionals are invited to the Ocean County Library’s Fourth Annual Autism Resources Fair, Saturday, Apr. 18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the Toms River Branch.The Fair will offer 40 state and county agencies, non-profit organizations, support and service groups for all ages, educational institutions, law experts, volunteers and entertainers.Entertainment and activities will include “... Read More

Celebrate a Musical Valentine’s Day at Jackson Library

January 29, 2020
JACKSON – Rekindle your romantic side in a special Valentine’s Day concert by Rhythm N’ Sound, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch.Rhythm N’ Sound specializes in favorites from the 1940s through the 1980s. The trio’s shore roots are in Howell. Joe Moscato and Frank Resola met while teaching in the township schools, and brought in John D’Amaro to round out the lineup. The group will play classic hits, rhythm and... Read More

Jackson Library Honors Black History Month With Live Historical Interpretive Presentation

January 29, 2020
JACKSON – In commemoration of Black History Month, the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch hosts “Oney Judge, Martha Washington’s Slave,’ 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22.Interpretive performer Alex Ford takes attendees into the perilous life of Oney Judge, who served America’s first President and First Lady. George Washington’s will directed liberation of their slaves upon Martha’s death. Learning that Martha planned to give her to a newly-married... Read More

Programs for Film Lovers, Crafters, Gamers and Families Throughout February at Berkeley Library

January 27, 2020
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP – The Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch offers fun, games, and education for people of all ages in free ongoing programs during February. Monday Movies: Oscar Month, 1:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3, 10, 24. Bring lunch or a snack and settle in for great viewing. Call the branch for titles. Tea Tuesdays, 10 a.m. Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25. Warm up with tea and a good book. Mah Jongg, 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27. Meet... Read More
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