“A Titanic Loss for New Jersey” by Robert DeSando Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Meet Robert DeSando as he discusses his newest book " A Titanic Loss for New Jersey" on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Learn about how the sinking of the Titanic impacted New Jersey from both a personal and economic perspective. The program will be followed with a book signing by Robert. His book will be available for purchase that day. Robert is a former journalist, lobbyist, and public servant. For more than 16 years, he held a variety of positions with the Asbury Park Press from reporter to bureau chief. He served as communications director and deputy executive director for the New Jersey State General Assembly. Also, he was a special assistant to the state education commissioner and assistant commissioner for the Department of Transportation. This event takes place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. There is no charge, but donations are appreciated. To reserve your seat early please send your name, zip code, email address, phone number, and the name and date of the program (February 15, 2026) to: oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com.

“Gravesites of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence” presented by TJ Fallon Sunday, March 15, 2026 – 2:00 PM TJ Fallon returns to the Ocean County Historical Society on Sunday, March 15, 2026, with a PowerPoint presentation on the gravesites of the fifty-six signers of the Declaration of Independence. Back in 2020, TJ was furloughed from work at the start of the coronavirus pandemic. He decided to spend that time traveling the nation, visiting the gravesites of former presidents, vice presidents, signers of the Declaration of Independence and baseball Hall of Famers. To accomplish this feat, he traveled more than 20,000 miles through thirty-three states. His adventures are extremely entertaining and informative. This event takes place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. There is no charge, but donations are appreciated. To reserve your seat early please send your name, zip code, email address, phone number, and the name and date of the program (March 15, 2026) to: oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com.

Rescheduled Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Ocean County Historical Society Location: 26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026 @12:30 PM Please visit the Ocean County Historical Society on Saturday, March 28, 2026, as we proudly celebrate our seventy-fifth anniversary. Our day will commence with a guided tour starting at 12:30 pm of our Elizabeth Sculthorp Force house and museum. You will be able to view our new display commemorating seventy-five years of OCHS history. Next, starting at 2:00 pm we will have renowned musicians, Anne and Ridley Enslow, performing a concert of Revolutionary War music. This is part of OCHS’s commitment to celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American Independence. Cordially join us for coffee and a celebratory cake after the performance. This event is free. To reserve your seat early please send your name, zip code, email address, telephone number and the name and date of the program (March 28, 2026) to: oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com.            

Who Were New Jersey’s Pine-Robbers? Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM The title of Robert Cobb’s presentation will be Who Were New Jersey’s Pine-Robbers? The notorious Pine-Robbers were a legendary fixture of New Jersey history during the American Revolution. However, how accurate have they been portrayed? While addressing this question, the talk will provide a brief introduction to the overall subject. Robert Cobb recently published a book entitled Privateers and Pine-Robbers – Coastal New Jersey During the American Revolution. The purpose of the book is to take stories rooted in New Jersey’s folklore and place them within a historical narrative based on facts. Following the event, Robert will be available for a book signing. A retired college administrator, he now lives in Barnegat. This event takes place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. There is no charge, but donations are appreciated. To reserve your seat early please send your name, zip code, email address, phone number, and the name and date of the program (April 12, 2026) to: oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com

Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM – General John Lacey and the Battle of the Crooked Billet, presented by Scott Randolph Renowned historian Scott Randolph will tell us how General John Lacey became a hero during the Battle of the Crooked Billet. Randolph will discuss the General’s ties to Lacey Township, named after him. He will also discuss the brutal atrocities committed under British Major John Graves Simcoe. (Simcoe is featured in the TV mini-series, “Turn.”) Scott has worked in radio, film, and television for over 30 years. He was an on-air talent for WJJZ Philadelphia, 92 5XTU Philadelphia Atlantic City, and WHWH Princeton. In his TV career he directed “Christina Cook” on PBS for over 10 years and was the director of “Comcast Newsmakers” for 15 years. He produced and directed the award-winning documentary, “The Battle of the Crooked Billet,” which premiered at Valley Forge National Park. This event takes place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. There is no charge, but donations are appreciated. To reserve your seat early please send your name, zip code, email address, phone number, and the name and date of the program (May 10, 2026) to: oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com