Lakewood, NJ - Open registration begins Monday, December 4 at the Ocean County Library Lakewood Branch for free classes that can help you gain United States citizenship. Applicants may register through Monday, January 8 for classes that begin Thursday, January 11.

The eight-week course will provide information to help you pass the naturalization test on the way to full citizenship. Eligibility is open to qualified immigrants aged 18 or older.

The free classes will take place from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM every Thursday from January 11 through February 29. Attendance at all sessions is required.

Class size is limited. Please register in person at the OCL Lakewood Branch, 301 Lexington Avenue.

The Branch is open 9 AM until 9 PM Mondays through Thursdays, 9 AM until 5 PM Fridays and Saturdays, and 1 PM until 5 PM Sundays. For more information, call (732) 363-1435, extension 2100.