The Ocean County Library

2026-06-23T00:00:00-04:00

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  • Concert with RB Express

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Come hear the tight harmonies and rhythms of the RB Express. The RB Express is a four-person vocal group that showcases tight harmonies and rhythms of street corner groups from yesterday. They play a blend of musical favorites and deliver a dynamic performance that includes audience interaction.

    Free
  • Juneteenth Celebration at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Juneteenth Celebration OCL - Toms River (Click here for Press Release)   "TOMS RIVER – Engage in a day of learning, reflection and engagement, honor the steadfastness of the Black community and revel in the evolution of the democratic republic that is America. Join the “Celebration of Juneteenth: Resilience, Courage and Freedom” at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch, 9 AM until 2 PM Thursday, June 19"  

  • Everyday Choices for the Earth – Local author talk with Debbie McGuire

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Local author Debbie McGuire will discuss her new book, Everyday Choices for the Earth. She will share how to make more climate-friendly choices that will have an impact on the future of the planet.

    Free
  • WREP: When Radio Entertained People

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Join us for the 50th "broadcast" of skits from the Golden Age of radio, performed by WREP's veteran actors. This broadcast will showcase scenes from Johnny Got His Gun, The Life of Riley and Easy Aces. Trivia game before the show starts at 6:30pm. The performance begins at 7:00pm. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River.

    Free
  • Acoustic Concert with Todd Meredith

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Join us for an acoustic concert with Ocean County musician, Todd Meredith. Todd will be playing some of your favorite hits from Buddy Holly, Bruce Springsteen, The Beatles, James Taylor, and more. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River.

    Free
  • Warm & Bright with Dakota and Elle

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Join Dakota & Elle for a beautiful concert to get in the holiday spirit. Dakota & Elle are a classically trained tenor and soprano duo who sing Broadway, classical, and contemporary music. They both trained with Juilliard graduate and world-renowned vocal instructor, Steven Schnurman. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River.

    Free
  • WREP: When Radio Entertained People

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Return to the era when families gathered around the radio for “theater of the imagination.” Veteran actors from WREP will perform skits from radio’s “Golden Age” of the 1940s and 1950s. This “broadcast” will feature episodes from the shows Our Miss Brooks, The Mysterious Traveler and My Friend Irma. Attendees will be treated to a music and a trivia contest prior to the performance at 6:30pm. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River.

    Free
  • Forty Five Years of Amityville: Cult Classic, Local Connections

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Did you know that The Amityville Horror was filmed in part right in the library's Bishop Building? Come for a special film screening and a display of Amityville items from the archives.

    Free
  • Performance by The Guild Theatreworks A Halloween Evening of Tricks and Treats

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    This performance featuring horror, humor and hauntings will make a ghoulish start to the Halloween season. From classic ghost stories, Shakespeare’s witches, contemporary poems, and the wisdom of children on their own special holiday, the show’s cast features many of the same actors who have shared delightful evenings with you in the past. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River.

    Free
  • The Miracle Mets of 1969

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    An Amazin’ year it was! History Professor and lifelong Mets fan Rick Feingold will recount tales of the 1960s Mets from their humble beginnings in '62 as the "worst team in baseball" to their triumphant 1969 season as World Champions. Featured from this era are: Managers Casey Stengel and Gil Hodges, 1969 rivals Chicago Cubs, Atlanta Braves, and Baltimore Orioles, Mets sign-man Karl Ehrhardt, and more.

    Free
  • Concert with the Pineland Symphonic Band

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    The crowd-pleasing ensemble returns to the library to showcase their varied repertoire featuring music from Sousa to Dixieland, patriotic tunes, to rock. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library—Toms River.

    Free
  • Yankee Stadium: From the (Organ) Bench

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Join Ed Alstrom, Weekend Organist at the iconic Yankee Stadium, on a captivating journey through his musical tenure. This program is part of our September Grand Slam series.   With a blend of expertise and passion, he will unveil the inner workings of his esteemed role, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into each performance. Through captivating storytelling, Ed will share tales of triumph, humor, and nostalgia from his experiences demonstrating the magic that unfolds when music meets the spirit of America's favorite pastime. September Grand Slam Programs (All events begin at 6:30 pm in Mancini Hall. Please register.) 9/4: When Baseball Was Still Topps with Phil Coffin 9/10: Home Run King: the Remarkable Record of Hank Aaron with Dan Schlossberg 9/17: Yankee Stadium: From the (Organ) Bench with Ed Alstrom 10/1: The Miracle Mets of 1969 with Rick Feingold

    Free
  • Home Run King: the Remarkable Record of Hank Aaron

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Noted baseball historian Dan Schlossberg, author of 41 baseball books, presents Home Run King: The Remarkable Record of Hank Aaron. Schlossberg explains how Aaron teamed with younger brother Tommie to set the career record for home runs by brothers; how a chance spring training meeting with Robinson prepared him for a baseball world that was still segregated; and the constant comparisons with Ruth, with whom Aaron shared an uncanny Zodiac connection. All the big moments of Aaron's career, plus many lesser ones will be discussed. The author will have books available for purchase and autograph. This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library—Toms River. Take me out to the...Library! This September, the Toms River Branch will host four authors and experts, each with unique knowledge and experiences related to America’s favorite pastime. Presenters, their topics, and program registration are all separate from one another. Come to one, two, or three events—or make it a Grand Slam in the field of baseball history. September Grand Slam Programs (All events begin at 6:30 pm in Mancini Hall. Please register.) 9/4: When Baseball Was Still Topps with Phil Coffin 9/10: Home Run King: the Remarkable Record of Hank Aaron with Dan Schlossberg 9/17: Yankee [...]

    Free
  • WREP: When Radio Entertained People

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Join us for an evening “broadcast” of skits from the Golden Age of radio, performed by WREP's veteran actors. The show will feature episodes from the shows Dragnet, Father Knows Best, and Baby Snooks. Attendees will be treated to a music and a trivia contest prior to the performance at 6:30pm. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River.

    Free
  • Concert with Fish & Whistle Band

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Come listen to Fish & Whistle, a high-energy band that plays bluegrass, acoustic rock, and more. The band has multiple lead singers and amazing guitar flat-pickers. Their ages range from 19 to 65 and they love thrilling audiences with their stunning live shows.

    Free
  • Acoustic Concert with Todd Meredith

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Join us for an acoustic concert with Ocean County musician, Todd Meredith. You may have seen Todd performing with his band, The Rave-Ons, a Buddy Holly inspired rock group. Todd will be playing some of your favorite hits from Buddy Holly, Bruce Springsteen, The Beatles, James Taylor, and more. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library—Toms River. Click the link the register!  

    Free
  • Concert with the New Jersey Gay Men’s Chorus

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    In celebration of Pride Month, the chorus will perform a selection of well-known tunes and classic favorites along with new songs. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River.

    Free
  • Concert with the Pineland Symphonic Band

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    The crowd-pleasing ensemble returns to the library to showcase their varied repertoire featuring music from Sousa to Dixieland, patriotic tunes to rock. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River

    Free
  • Ultimate Johnny Cash: Late & Alone

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Join performer Scott Moreau with his one-man tribute to Johnny Cash. Late & Alone features all of his hits and some deeper dives into the Man's music, as well as more in depth stories about Johnny's life. It spans nearly 50 years of his musical life, featuring songs from his American Recordings including his iconic epitaph, Hurt. Scott Moreau is from Litchfield, ME and holds a BFA in Music Theatre from Illinois Wesleyan University. After a lifelong dream of being a professional baseball player, Scott turned to the stage after seeing a life-changing performance of Les Misérables in London his freshman year of high school. Through his years in high school and college, he found a love for not only musical theatre but choral singing, directing, sound design and stage combat. Since graduating from IWU he has been traveling the country, performing everywhere from his home state of Maine to Osaka, Japan. His experience not limited to performing, Scott made his professional directorial debut with Ring of Fire at the Round Barn Theatre in 2011.  He has since directed MDQ at Farmers Alley Theatre in Kalamazoo, MI and assistant directed at the Springer Opera House, both while doing double duty as Johnny Cash. He made his television debut on the series finale of HBO’s Emmy [...]

    Free
  • WREP: When Radio Entertained People

    The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United States

    Veteran actors from WREP will perform skits from radio’s “Golden Age” of the 1940s and 1950s. This “broadcast” will feature episodes Sorry, Wrong Number and The Day the Earth Stood Still. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River.

    Free
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