The Lacey branch of the Ocean County Library will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Tuesday, July 28 with two special programs. An opening ceremony will begin the festivities at 10:30 a.m.

“Penguin Pointers with Jenkinson’s Aquarium” will begin at 11 a.m. Aquarium staff members will talk about the animals’ basic biology, where they live, the threats they face and how Jenkinson’s cares for them at the aquarium. A flightless friend from the aquarium will make a special appearance.