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Planetarium Experience Coming To Two Ocean County Library Branches

September 13, 2017
BARNEGAT - The Ocean County Library will present “What’s Out There…A Planetarium Experience” at the Barnegat and Brick Branches.Barnegat Branch: 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 27,112 Burr St.Brick Branch: 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 24, 301 Chambers Bridge Rd.From the comfort of a portable planetarium, teens will assist the presenter, Matthew Meyer, by locating stars, planets, and the moon as they appear in the evening sky.The programs are open for... Read More

Family Archive Documentary Screening At Lakewood library

September 12, 2017
LAKEWOOD – Have you ever wanted to organize your family photos and history?Filmmaker Gary Gellman will screen his documentary “Gellman American Dream” at the Lakewood Branch of the Ocean County Library at 7 p.m., Monday, September 18.After the screening, Gellman will talk about creating family archives, explaining the entire process including how he put his documentary together.The Lakewood Branch is located at 301 Lexington Avenue.This event is... Read More

Upper Shores Library To Bring FDR To Life During Two One-Man Shows

September 12, 2017
LAVALLETTE – Actor, director and educator Neill Hartley will portray President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, FDR, during a two-part series to be held at the Upper Shores Branch of the Ocean County Library, 112 Jersey City Ave. Lavallette.On Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m., “FDR: A New Deal for America” shares the culture of the 1930s and the Great Depression.Part two of the series, “FDR: An Arsenal for Democracy,” will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 18... Read More

Senior Financial Seminar To Be Held At Toms River Library

September 12, 2017
TOMS RIVER – Financial expert Bill Bresnan will lead a financial seminar at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St.Topics of discussion will include real estate, tax planning, mutual funds, and asset allocation.  Bresnan has authored several books on finances and hosted “The Bill Bresnan Show” on WABC radio’s first financial call-in program, beginning in 1982.This program is free... Read More

Toms River Library Presents Classical Guitar Duo

September 12, 2017
TOMS RIVER – In celebration of Classical Guitar Month, Gregory Askins and Joseph Parisi of the classical guitar duo Nylon Wound will perform at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22 at the Toms River Library, 101 Washington St.The program will feature music from the Renaissance to the contemporary with Bach, Gershwin, Brubeck, the Beatles, and more.This program is open to everyone but registration is required. To register, call 732-349-6200 or visit https://... Read More

Senior Financial Seminar To Be Held At Toms River Library

September 08, 2017
TOMS RIVER – Financial expert Bill Bresnan will lead a financial seminar geared toward older adults at 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21 at the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St.Topics of discussion will include real estate, tax planning, mutual funds, and asset allocation. Bresnan has authored several books on finances and hosted “The Bill Bresnan Show” on WABC radio’s first financial call-in program, beginning in 1982.... Read More

The Facts And Fiction Of Immigration To Be Discussed At The Ocean County Library

September 07, 2017
TOMS RIVER – Learn about immigration during an interactive session on the subject at four Ocean County Library locations.The program “Immigration: Facts and Fiction” will be led by Professor Jeff Wilhelms. Bring your questions, concerns, and a willingness to engage in a conversation that will inform participants about our immigrant neighbors.The programs will take place at the following locations and dates:Stafford Branch, 129 N. Main St. 609-... Read More

Toms River Library Presents Classical Guitar Duo

September 07, 2017
TOMS RIVER – Gregory Askins and Joseph Parisi will celebrate Classical Music Month with guitar music from Nylon Wound during a program at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22 at the Toms River Library, 101 Washington St.The program called “Nylon Wound” will feature music from the Renaissance to contemporary times with Bach, Gershwin, Brubeck, the Beatles, and more in their repertoire.This program is open to everyone but registration is required. To register... Read More

Ocean County Library To Participate In Library Card Sign Up Month

August 29, 2017
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will participate in National Library Card Sign-up Month this September.The library is excited to share its products and services with the community and invite everyone to sign up for an Ocean County Library Card so they may access a world of knowledge-tools and services.Library Card Sign-up Month serves as a nationwide reminder that a library card is the key to limitless opportunities. The Ocean County... Read More

Toms River Library Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Tito Puente Jr.

August 12, 2017
TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a live musical performance by Tito Puente Jr. and his orchestra at 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 21.Puente, the son of Latin jazz/mambo legend Tito Puente, has become an audience favorite in art centers, symphony halls, and jazz festivals worldwide.This program is sponsored in part with funding from an OceanFirst Foundation... Read More
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