Frequently asked questions

Why is the Monmouth Beach Library named for Sidney B Johnson?

Mr. Sidney Borden Johnson was a lifelong resident who served as Mayor of Monmouth Beach from 1949-1978. It was during his tenure as mayor that the Monmouth Beach Library Association was formed and funds raised to construct the library building.  Our circulation desk was donated in his memory, given by his family. 

Link to Greg Kelly's MB history website for more information.

Monmouth Beach Library Association (MBLA)

The Monmouth Beach Library Association is a non-profit organization that supports the library, its fund raising, and programming.  Greg Kelly's MB history website provides a nice history of our library.

Computers  Computers are now available for patron use.  To ensure access for all, we have a limited (60 minutes) time allotment per patron.

Computer printing Computer printing is available for a fee.

Book drop - Library books can be returned anytime using the red drop box in the back of the building. KINDLY DO NOT LEAVE BOOKS AT FRONT DOOR.

E Books - Electronic books for Kindle or tablets can be downloaded through the Monmouth County Library website.

Magazines- There are no magazines available at this time.

Donations - We cannot accept donations of books, magazines, DVDs, etc. 

Here are some book donation sites in Monmouth County

Better World Books - all books good condition

• Church of the Reformation
• 992 Broadway
• West Long Branch, NJ
• Dropbox in parking lot

• Union Beach Memorial Library
• 810 Union Ave.
• Union Beach, NJ
• Dropbox

American Association of University Women- all books good condition - no text books

•  (AAUW Monmouth County)
• Old First Church 
• 69 Kings Highway
• Middletown NJ
• Donations accepted Thursdays 10-11:30am & Saturdays 10-1:30
• Call to confirm 732-275-2237

Monmouth County Library

• None accepted in Monmouth Beach
• Please check website for county donations and information
• https://monmouthcountylib.org/library-policies-code-of-conduct/

Bridges of Books Foundation

• (Children’s books only)
• 25 W. Highland Ave. (Sodon’s Electric Building - first floor)
• Atlantic Highlands, NJ
• Check office hours for donation times 
• https://bridgeofbooksfoundation.org