Library to celebrate anniversary

JACKSON - The Jackson Library, 2 Jackson Drive, will celebrate its fifth anniversary on Nov. 4 with ceremonies beginning at 10 a.m.

The Jackson Library is a branch of the Ocean County Library.

"The Jackson branch has been serving the community in this beautiful new building for five years," said librarian Meagan Toohey.

Activities on Nov. 4 have been planned for people of all ages, Toohey said. There will be a piano concert with Andrew Vin-cent and the songs of yesteryear performed by the Good Old Days. A new children's mural will be dedicated and youngsters will be able to meet Sparks, the Ocean County Library mascot.

The Jackson Friends of the Library, members of the Jackson Chamber of Commerce, representatives from Jackson Premium Outlets, Cloonfad Press Authors and other local authors, including John Morano, will be on hand at the event.

Clown and balloon artist Macaroni Anne Cheese will create balloon animals and there will be activities provided by the Garden State Discovery Museum.

Teenagers will be able to pose for portraits by caricature artist Gregory Johnson.

"The library is grateful to its sponsors for donating their time and services," Toohey said.

The library thanked Andrew Vincent, Bella Terra, Cloonfad Press, Gianni's Bakery and Café, the Jackson Chamber of Com-merce, Jackson Friends of the Library, Jackson Premier Outlets, ShopRite, Solo Bella Brick Oven Bistro, Tastefully Simple and Walls of Wonder.

"All are welcome to attend this fun-filled day-long activity," said Toohey. "The program is free and open to the public."