This fall, the Ocean County Library and the county health department have launched “Drugs 101: Drug Trends for Ocean County Parents,” consisting of educational and interactive programs that focus on drug use and abuse in the area.

Upcoming presentations are Wednesday, Nov. 2 at the Toms River branch and Tuesday, Nov. 15 at the Little Egg Harbor branch. Both begin at 6:30 p.m. The Toms River  program will be led by Amanda Gan, program development specialist, community service.