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Face the Unknown with Collectus Obscurium at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch

Published by New Jersey Stage

originally published: 08/11/2024

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Science and technology are enabling investigators of paranormal activity to clarify its presence and implications for humankind as never before. Join Collectus Obscurium for "A Glimpse Beyond: An Afternoon of Paranormal Discussion" at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch on Saturday, September 7, 2024. The event begins at 2:00pm.

The discussion will include how Collectus Obscurium conducts investigations, the group’s equipment and technology, past probes and paranormal experiences, confrontations with malevolent entities, and more.

Collectus Obscurium is a team of dedicated, experienced investigators who explore the unknown to expand the boundaries of knowledge and understanding. Their research is rooted in empirical evidence and informed by technological advances.

The organization employs academic rigor, cutting-edge theory and innovative techniques and combines interdisciplinary approaches from psychology, physics, anthropology, electronics and other fields to shed new light on paranormal mysteries.

Please register at https://tinyurl.com/OclTRCO for this free program, sponsored by the Friends of the Ocean County Library – Toms River.




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The Friends are volunteers who support the Library through programs, fundraising and advocacy. New members are always welcome. Application forms are available at all OCL branches and reading centers and at https://theoceancountylibrary.org/oclfriends.

For more information, stop by the OCL Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, call (732) 349-6200 or visit https://theoceancountylibrary.org/events.

Keep up with Library programs and events at www.theoceancountylibrary.org, and on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, Spotify, and Pinterest.




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