The Long Branch Free Public Library is located at 328 Broadway in Long Branch, right next to the police department and city hall. The library has an extremely large collection of books, movies, audiobooks and music CDs. It offers several programs and clubs for children, teens and adults. It also offers free meeting room space, a literacy program, and computer classes. Another interesting feature of the library is the Outspoken Library kiosk which offers free services for the hard of hearing, or sight or mentally-impaired.
The Long Branch Covenant Church is a non-denominational Christian congregation directed by Pastor Anthony T. Moss. In addition to weekly worship services, the church offers religious education programs, community outreach, a nursery and more. Visit the Long Branch Covenant Church website for more information about the congregation's mission and programs.
St. James Episcopal Church is an Episcopal and Anglican church that was established in 1854. The church offers mass on weekdays and weekends. It also has a food pantry (St. Brigid's Food Pantry), which is in need of donations and volunteers. Those who wish to do so can contact the church. Donations are accepted Monday through Friday between 9am and 4pm and also on Sunday mornings.
The Parsippany United Methodist Church congregation was founded in 1830 and hosts Sunday services, Sunday School, healing services and a prayer chain.
Located in Warren, American Legion Post 293 is a community organization which provides support to its veterans and local community. Founded in 1941, American Legion Post 293 offers the community its facility space for social gatherings and private events, including receptions, corporate functions and live entertainment. Call or visit the website for rental information.
Fashion Republic specializes in processing used clothing and shipping it to people in need. Since 1999, the program has been helping New Jersey schools, churches, Boy Scouts and other organizations raise money by setting up clothing drives where people can donate usable and wearable clothing, shoes, household items and more. Fashion Republic then buys the merchandise from the organization behind the drive. The collected items are sorted and shipped to various countries, including Poland, Republic of Georgia, Ghana, Liberia, Honduras, Nicaragua, Chile, Haiti and India, and sold for a low cost at local markets and thrift store.
Long Branch Elks Lodge is part of the Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks. The civic organization is dedicated to promoting American patriotism and providing services for veterans. The Long Branch lodge is available for special events and features upstairs and downstairs bars, a pool table, dart boards, a dining room and a lounge.
This church believes in a modern interpretation of religious ideals that helps each person find their own path to faith. The Unitarian Universalist Congregation's programs and activities include art, choir, gardening, theater and the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. The church is led by Reverend Charlie Ortman and Reverend Judy Tomlinson.