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“Ladies of Country Music” to be showcased at Ocean County Library

February 05, 2018
OCEAN COUNTY — Elaine and the Cimarron Sky Band will perform classic country songs of singers Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, and Emmylou Harris next month at branches of the Ocean County Library.The performance is part of the Ocean County Library’s program series honoring Women’s History Month.The group will perform on the following dates and library locations:Brick, 301 Chambers Bridge Rd. 732-477-4513, 7 p.m. Monday, March 5  ... Read More

“Soul Sounds: A Hip Trip Through the Evolution of Black Music” to be Presented at Library

February 05, 2018
UPPER SHORES – The Upper Shores Branch of the Ocean County Library, 112 Jersey City Ave. Lavallette,  will host the program “Soul Sounds: A Hip Trip Through the Evolution of Black Music” at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17.Join Key Arts Productions for this live, multimedia performance and get your groove on.  Listen to the music of soul legends James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Motown hits and more.Top notch vocalists and entertainment will be... Read More

Ocean County Library Foundation to Host 2nd Annual “Links with the Masters” Fundraiser

February 02, 2018
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Library’s Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St., will be transformed once again into a miniature golf course during a two-day fundraiser by the Ocean County Library Foundation.The 2nd annual “Links with the Masters” will be held Friday, Feb. 23 and Saturday, Feb. 24. Golf attire is suggested to add to the fun atmosphere of the event but is not required.Friday’s adult-only (21+) event will start at 7 p.m. with cocktails... Read More

10th Annual Prom Dress Collection Drive Returns to Ocean County Library Branches

February 02, 2018
OCEAN COUNTY –The Ocean County Library’s 10th Annual Prom Dress Drive and Giveaway will run from Feb. 12 to April 12. Donations of clothes items can be left at all branches of the Ocean County Library.Donations of gently used, modern dresses in both long and short styles, in a wide range of sizes including larger gowns are appreciated. Donations of tuxedo jackets, vests, shirts, and pants are also being accepted.Coordinators of the event are... Read More

Learn About Dating at The Ocean County Library

January 30, 2018
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library is offering two programs about dating at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St.“Internet Dating After 50” will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday Feb. 15. Dating coach Gayle Crist, author of the book “How I Met My Second Husband Online At Age 50” will share her tips for success.“Dating in the Digital Age” will take place at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22 and will focus on learning all the... Read More

Toms River Students to Showcase Their Artwork at the Ocean County Library

January 29, 2018
TOMS RIVER –Amazing works of art created by students from across the Toms River Regional School District will be displayed during the month of March at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St.The Toms River Regional School System, in partnership with the Ocean County Library, will hold a free reception at 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, March 5. Join us to browse the artwork, enjoy live music from the Intermediate South... Read More

Observe “Anti-Valentine’s Day” on Feb. 14

January 29, 2018
TOMS RIVER –Not a fan of the Valentine’s Day? If not, come play a fun round of trivia celebrating the not-so-romantic aspects of the holiday  at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14 at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St.This adult “Anti-Valentine’s Day” program will feature a game of Jeopardy style trivia.Registration is required for this free program. To register, call 732-349-6200 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.... Read More

Ocean County Library Closed Feb. 19

January 22, 2018
TOMS RIVER – All locations of the Ocean County Library will be closed Monday, Feb. 19 for President’s Day. They will reopen their normal business hours Tuesday, Feb. 20. We encourage our customers to use the library’s online resources including databases, ebooks, emagazines, and online classes which are available through theoceancountylibrary.org. For more information, contact the Ocean County Library online or by telephone at 732-349-... Read More

Learn About Podcasts at the Ocean County Library

January 22, 2018
BRICK – The Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Podcasts 101” 2:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26, 301 Chambers Bridge Road. This program will teach the basics of podcasts, including what content they offer and how to access, download, and listen to them on Apple and Android devices.Registration is required for this free program. To register, call 732-920-9314 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org/events. 

“Harlem Grooves” Multimedia Program Celebrates African American Culture

January 22, 2018
BRICK – The Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library will host “Harlem Grooves”, a live performance and visual multimedia program by Key Arts Productions, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, 301 Chambers Bridge Road.“Harlem Grooves” celebrates the blossoming of African American culture, particularly in the creative arts, and the most influential movement in African American literary history. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Brick... Read More
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