Forensic Files in the Aisles

Saturday, September 9th from 10am - 4pm

Forensic Files is taking over the Toms River Branch!

This all day event includes author presentations, visits from forensic and crime specialists, and self-guided tours through our local history room.

Full Schedule of Events

Author Talks

Author Peter Wosh will share the story of Margaret Meierhofer

Meierhofer became the last woman executed by the State of New Jersey in 1881 after she was convicted of murdering her husband.

Learn about the trial that brought out a number of tensions and controversies in New Jersey concerning women’s independence, mental health, anti-immigration sentiments, domestic violence, and capital punishment.

Join Vanity Fair Correspondent Joe Pompeo as he discusses his critically acclaimed book

Pompeo's Blood & Ink: The Scandalous Jazz Age Double Murder That Hooked America on True Crime covers New Jersey’s infamous Halls-Mills saga.

Come out for a discussion about a high society Roaring Twenties murder mystery, the birth of tabloid news, and America’s enduring obsession with true crime.

How to Ethically Write About True Crime with Gina Tron

Gina Tron, a true crime journalist, will discuss her background in writing true crime content, and the dilemmas she has come across as an author. Learn about how to write in a way that is as tasteful and morally conscious as possible from someone who believes and practices that victim-focused stories should always prevail as the focus.

Raconteur Radio Presents: Sorry, Wrong Number

Travel Back to When Radio Was King

Come enjoy a live radio broadcast performed by Raconteur Radio!

While listening to what seems to be a crossed connection, Leona Stevenson, whose only connection to the outside world is her telephone, overhears two men plotting a murder. She begins a frantic series of calls, eventually deducing the shocking identity of the victim.

Check Out More Great Programs:

Ocean County Major Crimes Unit

The Ocean County Prosecutor and representatives from the Major Crimes Unit will discuss the process of pursuing and closing local cold cases.

The Widow Cries Wolf

Join us for a recounting of a local true-crime murder that happened 100 years ago.

NJ’s Notorious Crimes & Criminals

Take yourself on a self-guided exploration of historic local crime in the Wheeler Room, where Ocean County’s local history is archived.

Escape Room

Can you find your way out of trouble in our crime themed escape room?

Scavenger Hunt

Throughout the day, a scavenger hunt for pieces of the truth will be available. If you find a missing piece, return it to the library lobby for a prize.

Book Giveaways

Participants will have the opportunity to win prizes and promotional materials, courtesy of Ocean County Library and St. Martin’s Press!

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