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

Free Wellness Screenings at Jackson Library

November 21, 2018
JACKSON – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library will host free wellness screenings 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7.Registered nurses from Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean Medical Center will provide a variety of free screenings including blood pressure, glucose, pulse, body mass index, and stroke risk assessments.This program has been made possible through the Partnership for a Healthier Ocean County.The branch is located at 2 Jackson... Read More

Ocean County Library Holiday Closings Schedule

November 14, 2018
TOMS RIVER – All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed Monday, Dec. 24 and Tuesday, Dec. 25. They will reopen their normal business hours Wednesday, Dec. 26.All branches will close at 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 31. All branches will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019. All branches will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 2.We encourage our customers to use the library’s online resources including databases, ebooks, emagazines, and online classes which... Read More

Robert Kirsch Photography Art Exhibit at LBI Library

October 31, 2018
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library will host an art exhibit for local digital photographer Robert Kirsch in the branch’s Meeting Room from Dec. 1 to Dec. 31.A reception for the exhibit will take place at the branch 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8. Peruse the display then meet and talk with Kirsch. Light refreshments will be served.The branch is located at 217 S. Central Avenue, Surf City.Registration is not... Read More

Paint Party for Teens at LBI Library

October 31, 2018
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a paint party for teens 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5.The branch will provide the canvases, paints, and instructions for teens to paint their own winter-themed masterpiece. No prior experience necessary. Dress to paint.Refreshments will be served.The branch is located at 217 S. Central Avenue, Surf City.Registration is required for this free program. To register,... Read More

Wreath Making Workshop at LBI Library

October 31, 2018
LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Long Beach Island Branch of the Ocean County Library will host a wreath making workshop 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1.Learn the skills to create beautiful mesh ribbon wreaths in this free workshop. All supplies will be provided.The branch is located at 217 S. Central Avenue, Surf City.Registration is required for this free event. To register, call the branch at 609-494-2480 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

Magician Chad Juros to Perform at Little Egg Harbor Library

October 31, 2018
LITTLE EGG HARBOR – The Little Egg Harbor Branch of the Ocean County Library will host magician Chad Juros at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8.Chad Juros is an award-winning entertainer and motivational speaker who has enchanted audiences around the world for over 20 years.Refreshments will be served after the show.The branch is located at 290 Mathistown Road.Registration is required for this free event. To register, call the branch at 609-294-1197 or... Read More

Ocean County Library Branches Delayed Opening Dec. 7

October 25, 2018
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will have a delayed opening Friday, Dec. 7 for its Annual Staff In-Service Training.All locations, with the exception of the Bay Head and Whiting Reading Centers, will open at 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 7.All branches will resume regular hours Saturday, Dec. 8.We encourage our customers to use the library’s online resources including databases, ebooks, emagazines, and online classes which are available through... Read More

Learn How to Declutter at Toms River Library

October 24, 2018
TOMS RIVER – Organization specialist Jamie Novak will visit the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library to teach how to break up with your clutter at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15.This program is a humorous take on how to part with things you no longer use and overcoming common obstacles like keeping clothes and saving items “just in case” you need them.Novak is also the author of several books, including “Keep This, Toss That: Unclutter... Read More

Featured Events at Manchester Library

October 24, 2018
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library has several upcoming featured programs.“Create a Centerpiece for Your Holiday Table” 11:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 16. Local florist Tracy Vincent from Whiting Flower Shoppe will instruct adults on making floral arrangements using live flowers in seasonal colors. Each participant will be able to take their finished project home with them.“Enchantment by the Festive Flutes” 2 p.m. Saturday... Read More

Health Programs at Manchester Library

October 24, 2018
MANCHESTER – The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library will present three health programs in November.“Diabetes: Are You at Risk?” 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 5. Learn about diabetes awareness and prevention, including the signs, symptoms, how to delay and avoid the onset, as well as self-management options for the diabetic. The Community Health Education Team from RWJ Barnabas Monmouth Medical Center’s Southern Campus will present the program.... Read More
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