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Photo Exhibit, Reception to Honor Amelia Stewart at Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch

Arts and Entertainment

January 19, 2024

From: Ocean County Library - Long Beach Island Branch

Surf City –Looking A’Round,” a collection of photos taken on Long Beach Island by the late Amelia Stewart, will be on display throughout the month of February at the Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch. A reception in her honor will take place 2 to 4 PM Saturday, February 10.

An award-winning elementary school instructor who taught in the Bridgewater-Raritan school system, Amelia became a familiar figure in Ship Bottom during her retirement years. “The Lady with the Camera” could frequently be found strolling the shoreline, searching for captivating images through her lens.

The Ocean County Camera Club and Ocean County Ladies Golf Association member conducted two previous exhibits at the OCL Long Beach Island Branch. Her close friends will stage February’s display.

The reception will be a time to enjoy Amy’s creative works and share wonderful memories of a life well-lived. The reception rain date will be 5 until 9 PM Tuesday, February 13.

“Looking A’Round” and the reception are free of charge. No registration is necessary. The exhibit can be seen during normal Branch operating hours. For more details, stop by the OCL Long Beach Island Branch, 217 South Central Avenue, Surf City, call (609) 494-2480, or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

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