Take & Make: Happy Memorial Day

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker Audience: Kids Celebrate Memorial Day with a poppy flower bouquet craft at the Youth Services Department at the Toms River Branch. Craft kits are available on a first come, first served basis; while supp......More

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker Audience: Kids Celebrate Memorial Day with a poppy flower bouquet craft at the Youth Services Department at the Toms River Branch. Craft kits are available on a first come, first served basis; while supplies last.  Best for children ages 3 and up.

Toms River Branch

History of Anime & Manga - Scavenger Hunt

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Diversity,Program Audience: Teens Discover the different areas of the library where you can find anime & manga! Find all the clues & fun facts in order to get a special prize at the end. The scavenger hunt can be done ......More

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Diversity,Program Audience: Teens Discover the different areas of the library where you can find anime & manga! Find all the clues & fun facts in order to get a special prize at the end. The scavenger hunt can be done throughout the month of May. Prizes are available between 3pm - 5pm on Fridays in May with a completed sheet, while supplies last. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River Branch. 

Toms River Branch

Mental Health Awareness Month Reads for Adults

Branch Location: Toms River Branch,Virtual Audience: Adults In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, check out some great book recommendations for adults. To view this program, click here!

Virtual and Toms River Branch

Celebrate Pride With These Great Reads

Branch Location: Toms River Branch,Virtual Type of Event: LGBT Pride Month Audience: Adults Icon: LGBT In honor of Pride Month, check out some great book recommendations for adults. To view this program, click here on June 1s......More

Branch Location: Toms River Branch,Virtual Type of Event: LGBT Pride Month Audience: Adults Icon: LGBT In honor of Pride Month, check out some great book recommendations for adults. To view this program, click here on June 1st, 2022! 

Virtual and Toms River Branch

June is Brain & Alzheimer's Awareness Month

Branch Location: All Locations Audience: Adults June is Brain & Alzheimer’s Awareness Month at the Ocean County Library Virtual Programs: To view any of the program's descriptions, please click on the program titles  If you would like to register for any of the prog......More

Branch Location: All Locations Audience: Adults June is Brain & Alzheimer’s Awareness Month at the Ocean County Library Virtual Programs: To view any of the program's descriptions, please click on the program titles  If you would like to register for any of the programs, click on the title and then click "Sign Up" 6/1, 2pm, Wednesday 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s   6/8, 2pm, Wednesday New Advances in Alzheimer’s Treatment   6/15, 2pm, Wednesday Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body: Tips from the Latest Research   6/22, 6:30pm, Wednesday Managing Money: A Caregivers Guide to Finances   Displays of Library Book/DVDs regarding Brain health, Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Caregiving, and more. Free Information from the Alzheimer’s Association on warning signs, their hotline, brain health tips and more All programs are presented by the Alzheimer Association Greater New Jersey Chapter  

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Teen Summer Photography Challenge: Oceans of Possibilities

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Exhibits/Displays Audience: Teens Snap and share your best summer photos of the beach, boardwalk, and all things “ocean.” Submit photos to sail_tr@theoceancountylibrary......More

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Exhibits/Displays Audience: Teens Snap and share your best summer photos of the beach, boardwalk, and all things “ocean.” Submit photos to sail_tr@theoceancountylibrary.org, then look for your work on display in the Teen Zone! Photo submissions are accepted on a rolling basis from June through August. 

Toms River Branch

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's

Branch Location: Virtual Type of Event: Informational Program,Program,Virtual Program Audience: Adults This program will help you recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor. Presented in pa......More

Branch Location: Virtual Type of Event: Informational Program,Program,Virtual Program Audience: Adults This program will help you recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor. Presented in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association Greater New Jersey Chapter. Q & A to follow presentation. Please register by 12pm Tuesday May 31st receive the Zoom link.

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Programs and Services for Genealogy at the New Jersey State Library

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Audience: Adults From published books, to city directories, to newspapers, reference guides, and online classes, the New Jersey State Library’s collection is designed to support your genealogy research needs!  Join Genealogy Librarian......More

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Audience: Adults From published books, to city directories, to newspapers, reference guides, and online classes, the New Jersey State Library’s collection is designed to support your genealogy research needs!  Join Genealogy Librarian Regina Fitzpatrick to learn more about the collection and some great examples of our resources.  The Ocean County Genealogical Society is partnering with the Ocean County Library and the New Jersey State Library to offer this unique hybrid program.  Attend this program from the Toms River branch or receive a Zoom link to participate virtually.   

Toms River Branch

Crafty Kids Drop-in: Unicorn Wand

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker Audience: Kids,Tweens No Registration Required. Make a fun Unicorn themed craft. Ages 2 – 12.  

Toms River Branch

Art Exhibit: Images Student Art Show 2022 by the Ocean County Vocational Technical School

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Exhibits/Displays,Program Audience: Adults The Ocean County Library is pleased to announce that it will host Images Student Art Show 2022, a month-long exhibit by the Ocean County Vocational Technical School. The coll......More

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Exhibits/Displays,Program Audience: Adults The Ocean County Library is pleased to announce that it will host Images Student Art Show 2022, a month-long exhibit by the Ocean County Vocational Technical School. The collection, which will be displayed in the Toms River Library’s 2nd Floor Gallery during June, consists of student artwork covering a wide array of mediums including Card Design, Illustrations, Logo Design, Photography, Poster Design, T-Shirt Design and QR Code ads for the Animation and Video entries. Have your cell phones on the ready to access the videos and animations in this fascinating exhibition. This is the 23rd anniversary of the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Student Art Show. The exhibit highlights the achievements of this past school year and celebrates the creativity of the students. The opening ceremony is scheduled on June 9th from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm. Images Student Art Show 2022 is free and open to the public. Come see and enjoy the creativity of up-and-coming young artists in the Ocean County community. For more information, please contact the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library at (732)349-6200 ext. 5100, or visit our website at www.theoceancountylibrary.org. Keep up with Library programs and events at www.theoceancountylibrary.org, and on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Spotify, and Pinterest.

Toms River Branch

Take & Make: Pop Up Dinosaur

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Audience: Kids Stop by the Toms River Youth Services Department for a dinosaur craft. Craft kits will be available on a first come, first served basis; while supplies last. Best for children ages 4 to 7.

Toms River Branch

Toms River Shore Memory Cafe

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Informational Program,Program,Virtual Program Audience: Adults Early-Stage Memory Cafes provide opportunities for persons diagnosed with early stage memory loss, and their care partner(s), to engage with peers in a rela......More

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Informational Program,Program,Virtual Program Audience: Adults Early-Stage Memory Cafes provide opportunities for persons diagnosed with early stage memory loss, and their care partner(s), to engage with peers in a relaxed, unstructured environment that promotes social engagement and support through interaction with others experiencing similar changes.  Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater New Jersey in partnership with the Ocean County Library.  To register for this Shore Memory Café, please contact Robyn Kohn, MA, Director of Programs & Services, Alzheimer's Association - Greater New Jersey Chapter.  You can call the Alzheimer's Association at (800) 272-3900 or visit their website (www.alz.org) to register.

Toms River Branch

Yoga with Belle

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Audience: Adults Join us for a series of beginner level yoga sessions led by certified yoga instructor, Belle Burns.Bring a yoga mat or cushion and wear comfortable clothing. Registration is required. This program is sponsored by The......More

Branch Location: Toms River Branch Audience: Adults Join us for a series of beginner level yoga sessions led by certified yoga instructor, Belle Burns.Bring a yoga mat or cushion and wear comfortable clothing. Registration is required. This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River.

Toms River Branch