Important: Both our Ocean County Parks & Recreation Department and our
Ocean County Library system are sponsors of MAJOR events which will be of
interest to both residents and visitors of Ocean County.
After reviewing our events listed below, for more to see and do visit,
www.oceancountyparks.org - many events involve recreation and tours
as well as nature/parks and for all age groups
www.theoceancountylibrary.org - more than just books the system
presents many performing arts programs and other exciting events.
Bi-Plane rides over the Shore, The Cannibal Queen, Robert J. Miller Airpark, Route 530. 30,60 and 90 minute rides,
aboard a 1942 Open Cockpit, WWII Stearman bi-plane $$ Information: 1-800-247-2371 or
or www.biplaneridesovernjb.com - BERKELEY TWP
Daily Explore & Learn Programs, Island Beach State Park. 11 am Tour the Beach, walk with a naturalist as you search for
beach treasures. 1 pm. Seine the bay, walk to the bay and help pull the nets in as they seine, no flip-flops. 2 pm fish tank
feeding frenzy, learn about the food web that makes Barnegat Bay and valuable estuary. All ages are welcome at these programs.
Free. No need to register. Information: 732-793-1698 or 732-793-0506. - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Summer Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 6 pm to Midnight.
Family live entertainment experienced in an old fashioned ice cream shoppe with performing
waiters and waitresses in a vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating.
Get in by 11pm to see last show. Information: 732-854-2779 or
www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Weekends
Pedals & Paddles Water Playland, Barnegat Bay at Pier One, Route 37. Soft playground equipment in the bay, water
trampolines with water slides, balancing logs, iceberg, aqua trikes, water bikes, hydrobikes, kayaks, a sail boat,
$15 half hour, $25 an hour. Also (not included) seadoos, crabbing & pontoon boats for rent. Daily from June 15 -
Labor Day. Information: 732-830-5757 - TOMS RIVER
Every Sunday
Beach Yoga! Howe Street Beach. 8 am - 9 am. Sat. with Jeff, Sun. with Carrie. Bring beach towel or blanket. Sponsored
by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 - Sept. 20. $ - BAY HEAD
Summer Concerts, Gazebo, Philadelphia Ave. & Bay Blvd. 7 pm. July 5th - September 6. Information: 732-793-7477
or www.lavalletteboro.com - LAVALLETTE
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 11:30 - Sunset. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Volleyball, Jenkinson's Beach, Boardwalk & Parkway. All day. Information: 1-888-772-3862 or
www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Big Joe Jersey Talent Show, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7:30 pm. Runs June 28 - Sept. 7. Information:
732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Movies on the Beach at Dark, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. At Dark. Runs June 28 - Sept. 7. Information:
732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Beach Yoga, Boardwalk, Hiering Ave. 9 am. Presented by The Center for Health and Healing with Dawn Keen.
Runs from July 4 - August 30. Presented by The Center for Health and Healing with Dawn Keen. $ Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Every Monday
Alliance for a Living Ocean Presents: ALO’s Puppet Theater, Long Beach Island Historical Association Museum, Engleside and
Beach Ave. 10 am. Join Aloysius the Dolphin in an interactive seashore themed puppet show designed for ages 6 and younger
but fun for all ages. Donation. Runs Monday from July 6-August 17. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Aerobics, Basketball Court, Magee Ave & The Bay Front. 8 am - 9 am. Donation. Information: 732-793-2111 or
www.lavalletteboro.com - LAVALLETTE
Stafford Township Free Concerts, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm.
Inside with air conditioning. Runs June 1 through August 31. Information: 609-489-8600 or
twp.stafford.nj.us - MANAHAWKIN
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - Sunset. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Junior Keepers, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 8 am - 1 pm. Explore the aquarium world; learn basics,
go behind the scenes, assist with the staff and more. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Kiddie Beach Shows, South Beach Stage, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Music Mondays, Hiering Avenue. 7:00 pm. Rock&Roll, Oldies, Jazz & Pop. Free. MOvies run July 6 - August 31.
Information: 1-800-Seashor or www.seasideheightstourism.com
- SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Island Beach State Park Marina, 24th Ave. 1 pm. Visit baby clams being grown by ReClam the Bay volunteers and learn
about their importance to the health of Barnegat Bay. Information: 732-349-1153 or
www.ReClamtheBay.org - SEASIDE PARK
Every Tuesday
FIT Club - cardio excercise and agility routines, Howe St. Beach. 9 am - 9 am. Bring towel and water
Sponsored by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 to Sept. 5 $ - BAY HEAD
Walking Tours through Historical Beach Haven, LBI Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 10 am. $
Runs from June 30 - September 4. Information: 609-492-0700 or
www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN
Evening Ghost Stories at the Museum, LBI Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 8 pm.
Runs from June 16 - September 7. Information: 609-709-1425 or
www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN
Ti-Chi , Basketball Court, Magee Ave & The Bay Front. 8 am - 9 am. Donation. Information: 732-793-2111 or
www.lavalletteboro.com - LAVALLETTE
Movies on the Bay, Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. At sunset approximately 8:30 pm. Runs from July 7 -
August 25. Closed Captioning And Accessible Restrooms Provided. In case of rain it will be held at Lavallette Elementary
School, 105 Brooklyn Ave. Free. Information: 732-793-7477 or
www.lavallette.org/alliance/ - LAVALLETTE
Wristband Night, Jenkinson's Amusement Park, Boardwalk & Parkway. 12 - 6 pm. Tuesday from Noon - 6 pm we have
wristband day from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Uncle Vinnie's Children's Comedy Tour, Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club, 518 Arnold Ave. Doors open at 7 pm.
Show starts at 8 pm. Features Ventriloquist Pete Michaels. Children up to age 11 must be accompanied by adult.
Appetizer & Dessert Menu available for purchase from 7 - 8 pm. $ Tuesdays June 30 - Sept. 1. Information &
reservations: 732-899-3900 or www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com
- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Children's Comedy Show, Ferraras Cafe, 518 Arnold Ave. Doors open at 7 pm, Dinner & show at 8 pm. Ages 4 and up will
be entertained by a comedian/ventriloquist. $ Show runs Tuesdays from June 30 through September 1. Information:
732-899-3900 or www.ferrarascafe.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Children's Strolling Entertainment, Casino Pier, Grant Ave. & Boardwalk. 7 pm - 10 pm. July 4 to Labor Day.
Information: 732-854-8000, 732-793-6488, www.casinopiernj.com
or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Alliance for a Living Ocean’s Sea Critter Round-Up, various locations on LBI, see dates for location. 10 am. Join ALO
volunteers and interns as we seine the bay and discuss all the interesting creatures that we find. Parents and children are
welcome to join in for this hands-on program. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - SHIP BOTTOM
Free shuttle from Toms River High School to Ortley Beach, 11 am leaves Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold
Rd., 11:15 am leaves Toms River High School East, 1225 Raider Way, 3 pm leaves Ortley Beach. Every Tuesday, Thursday &
Saturday. July 1 - August 29. Information: 732-341-1000, ext. 8415 - TOMS RIVER TOWNSHIP
Marquee Cinemas Orchard 10, 1311 Route 37 W. 9:30 am. Free family movies with limited seating, first come first serve.
Runs from June 30 - August 19. Information: 732-341-7469 or
www.marqueecinemas.com - TOMS RIVER
Every Wednesday
Evening Ghost Stories at the Museum, LBI Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 8 pm.
Runs from June 16 - September 7. Information: 609-709-1425 or
www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN
Aerobics, Basketball Court, Magee Ave & The Bay Front. 8 am - 9 am. Donation. Information: 732-793-2111 or
www.lavalletteboro.com - LAVALLETTE
Hands-on-the-Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am. Take a relaxing
nature walk among the salt marshes. Talk about the local plants, birds and other creatures. Seine the bay to look at and
discuss all the little sea critters we find. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - LOVELADIES
Radio Disney Concerts, Jenkinson's, Pavilion Beach Stage, Boardwalk & Parkway. 5 - 7 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Arts & Crafts, Ride Park, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 - 8 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Festival of the Atlantic Concert Series, Inlet Beach Stage, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7:30 pm.
Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Arts & Crafts, Hiering Ave. 1 pm - 3 pm. Given by Jenkinson’s Aquarium. Wednesdays July 1 thru August 26.
Information: 1-800-Seashor or www.seasideheightstourism.com
- SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Fireworks, on the beach, seen from the Boardwalk. 9:30 am. Information: 732-854-8000 or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Toms River Farmers Market, Huddy Park, on Water Street. 11 am - 5 pm. Rain or shine. Farmers from around the
state will be selling fresh from the field seasonal vegetables, organic produce, herbs, fruits and flowers. Locally
produced foods will also be available including breads and pastries, pickled products. Sponsored by Downtown Toms
River. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com
- TOMS RIVER
Marquee Cinemas Orchard 10, 1311 Route 37 W. 9:30 am. Free family movies with limited seating, first come first serve.
Runs from June 30 - August 19. Information: 732-341-7469 or
www.marqueecinemas.com - TOMS RIVER
Every Thursday
Barnegat Farmers Market, Municipal lot by Gazebo Park, Rt. 9. 12 pm - 5 pm. Jersey Fresh Farmers with home grown
seasonal produce, fruits, herbs, flowers. Also featured breads, cheeses, pasta and fish. Sponsored by Barnegat Chamber
and Barnegat Recreation Dept. Rain or Shine. Thursdays June 25 - September. Information: 609-698-0080 ext 122,
609-698-1618 or www.barnegat.net - BARNEGAT
FIT Club - cardio excercise and agility routines, Howe St. Beach. 9 am - 9 am. Bring towel and water
Sponsored by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 to Sept. 5 $ - BAY HEAD
Ti-Chi , Basketball Court, Magee Ave & The Bay Front. 8 am - 9 am. Donation. Information: 732-793-2111 or
www.lavalletteboro.com - LAVALLETTE
Hannah Banana: game show edition, Ice Cream Musical, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave.
(Route 35 north). 5 pm. Featuring songs from Hannah Montana High School Musical. July 2 - September 3. Information:
732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am.
Learn how baby clams are raised in land-based nurseries are moved into water-based upwellers, and then seeded into clam beds.
Learn how to protect the bay's ecosystem. Donation. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Sponsored by the Alliance for a Living Ocean.
Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org
- LOVELADIES
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - Sunset. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Bandshell Concerts, Arnold & Baltimore Aves. 7 pm. Information: 1-888-772-3862 or
www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Fireworks, Jenkinson's Beach. Fireworks begin at dusk, weather permitting. Information:
732-892-0600 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Explore the Shore, Hiering Ave. 1 pm - 3 pm. Given by Jenkinson’s Aquarium. Hands-on activities and adventures.
Thursdays July 2 thru August 27. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Children's Strolling Entertainment, Casino Pier, Grant Ave. & Boardwalk. 7 pm - 10 pm. July 4 to Labor Day.
Information: 732-854-8000, 732-793-6488, www.casinopiernj.com
or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Surf City Yacht Club, 9th & the Bay. 5 pm. Visit baby clams being grown by ReClam the Bay volunteers and learn
about their importance to the health of Barnegat Bay. Information: 732-349-1153 or
www.ReClamtheBay.org - SURF CITY
Free shuttle from Toms River High School to Ortley Beach, 11 am leaves Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold
Rd., 11:15 am leaves Toms River High School East, 1225 Raider Way, 3 pm leaves Ortley Beach. Every Tuesday, Thursday &
Saturday. July 1 - August 29. Information: 732-341-1000, ext. 8415 - TOMS RIVER TOWNSHIP
Every Friday
Viking Village Dock Tours, Viking Village, 19th & Baview. 10 am. Runs from July 3 - August 28. Information:
609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillage.net - BARNEGAT LIGHT
10th St and the Bay. 11 am. Visit baby clams being grown by ReClam the Bay volunteers and learn about their importance
to the health of Barnegat Bay. Information: 732-349-1153 or
www.ReClamtheBay.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT
Walking Tours through Historical Beach Haven, LBI Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 10 am. $
Runs from June 30 - September 4. Information: 609-492-0700 or
www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN
Museum of NJ Maritime History, Dock Ave and Barnegat Bay. 11 am. Visit baby clams being grown by ReClam the Bay
volunteers and learn about their importance to the health of Barnegat Bay. Information: 732-349-1153 or
www.ReClamtheBay.org - BEACH HAVEN
"POP Day", Pay One Price Day, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Pay one price for all rides from
2:00 pm until 7:00 pm, regular prices in effect after 7:00 pm until closing. Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Surprising Guests and Events, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh.
Surprising Guests and Events for Your Family's Enjoyment from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Farmer's Market, Community Hall Parking Lot, Route 9 & Lacey Road. 2 pm - 6 pm. Rain or Shine.
July - September - FORKED RIVER
Aerobics, Basketball Court, Magee Ave & The Bay Front. 8 am - 9 am. Donation. Information: 732-793-2111 or
www.lavalletteboro.com - LAVALLETTE
Ice Cream Musical: ice cream edition, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
5 pm. Featuring songs from High School Musical & Hairspray. Beginning May 22nd . Information: 732-854-2779 or
www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Eco-Tour of a Barrier Island: North End Tour, Long Beach Island. Environmentally themed bus tours of Long Beach Island. Stop
at various ecological and environmentally significant areas on LBI. Tickets required. Check dates for locations.
Information: 609-494-7800 - LONG BEACH ISLAND
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - Sunset. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Junior Keepers, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 8 am - 1 pm. Explore the aquarium world; learn basics,
go behind the scenes, assist with the staff and more. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Wristband Night, Jenkinson's Amusement Park, Boardwalk & Parkway. 5 - 11 pm. Friday from 5- 11 pm we have
wristband night from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club, 520 Arnold Ave. Dinner at 8 pm, shows at 10 pm. Comedians and prices vary, shows added
during summer, check website for details. Information: 732-899-3900 or
www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Beach Yoga, Boardwalk, Hiering Ave. 8 am. Presented by The Center for Health and Healing with Dawn Keen.
Runs from July 4 - August 28. Presented by The Center for Health and Healing with Dawn Keen. $ Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Tuckerton Borough Free Concerts, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St. Runs until September 25. Information:
609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Every Saturday
Beach Yoga! Howe Street Beach. 8 am - 9 am. Sat. with Jeff, Sun. with Carrie. Bring beach towel or blanket. Sponsored
by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 - Sept. 20. $ - BAY HEAD
FIT Club - cardio excercise and agility routines, Howe St. Beach. 9 am - 9 am. Bring towel and water
Sponsored by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 to Sept. 5 $ - BAY HEAD
Saturday Night Lights, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 10 pm. Saturday Night Lights will be one of the most
amazing fireworks series in the country. Featuring “Rock Loves” will combine pounding rock 'n roll energy with a dazzling
fireworks spectacle. July 4 thru September 5. Immediately following the nightly “Glow in the Park” parade. Included in
park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure
- JACKSON
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 11:30 - Sunset. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Young Guns Race, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 529. Special Race featuring drivers under 21 years old who also
participate in autograph/photo sessions. Runs from April 18 to October 3. Information: 609-758-1900 or
www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Volleyball, Jenkinson's Beach, Boardwalk & Parkway. All day. Information: 1-888-772-3862 or
www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club, 520 Arnold Ave. Dinner at 8 pm, shows at 10 pm. Comedians and prices vary, shows added
during summer, check website for details. Information: 732-899-3900 or
www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Beach Yoga, Boardwalk, Hiering Ave. 6 pm. Presented by The Center for Health and Healing with Dawn Keen.
Runs from July 4 - August 29. Presented by The Center for Health and Healing with Dawn Keen. $ Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Free shuttle from Toms River High School to Ortley Beach, 11 am leaves Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold
Rd., 11:15 am leaves Toms River High School East, 1225 Raider Way, 3 pm leaves Ortley Beach. Every Tuesday, Thursday &
Saturday. July 1 - August 29. Information: 732-341-1000, ext. 8415 - TOMS RIVER TOWNSHIP
Jersey Fresh Farmer’s Market, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 2 pm. Growers & Bakery. Runs
July 11 to September 26. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org
- TUCKERTON
Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. Live county, bluegrass, and folk music. Doors Open at 6:30 pm
& music begins at 7:30 pm. Information: 609-971-1593
www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN
April 19 to Labor Day
Exhibit: Memories of New Jersey, Unshredded Nostalgia, 323 S. Main St., Route 9. 10 am - 5 pm daily. An exhibit of
photos books, magazines, glass, milk bottles, posters. Maps of all of the areas in New Jersey from the early 1800's to the
present. Opening night gala reception from 5-7 pm, April 19. Information: 1-800-872-9990 or
www.unshreddednostalgia.com - BARNEGAT
April 22 - September 23
Exhibit: Memories of New Jersey, Unshredded Nostalgia, 323 S. Main St., Route 9. 10 am - 5 pm.
Information: 1-800-872-9990 or www.unshreddednostalgia.com
- BARNEGAT
May 9 - October 11
Exhibit: The Bay at Play, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Celebrating Seaport's 10th anniversary
with summer long exhibit about land and water recreational activities of the people of the bay and pinelands including local
celebrities, mini-mini historically marked golf course open for play. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
June 11 - September 30
Antique & Vintage Purses & Accessories Display Debuts, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley St.
Presentation by Collector and Antique Dealer Kate Butler of Pemberton. Information: 732-341-1880 or
www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER
June 27 - July 22
Exhibition: Pat & Karen Swyler: Mother/Daughter, m.t. burton gallery & 19th Street Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach
Blvd. Exhibition Reception June 27 from 6 - 9 pm. Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday. 10 am - 5 pm. Information:
609-494-0006 or www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY
July 1 - September 4
Exhibit: The Good Old Summertime in Ocean County, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 10 am - 4 pm.
Only exhibit area is open weekdays, to see entire museum, visit Saturdays from noon to 5 pm. Runs Monday - Friday July
through September 4. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org
- TOMS RIVER
July 5 - 28
Juried Membership Photo Show, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. Opening reception is July 5.
Free. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1 pm - 4 pm, closed holidays.
Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org -
ISLAND HEIGHTS
July 11 - August 5
Exhibition: Alice McEnerney Cook, m.t. burton gallery & 19th Street Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd.
Recent plein air paintings. Exhibition Reception July 11 from 6 - 9 pm. Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday. 10 am - 5 pm.
Information: 609-494-0006 or www.mtburtongallery.com
- SURF CITY
July 14 - 19
Ocean County Fair, Robert J. Miller Airpark, Route 530. Tues & Wed, 5 pm - 11 pm; Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 11 am -
11 pm; Sun. 11 am - 5 pm. Continuous entertainment, animal shows, horse shows, exhibils, childrens contests every day with
ribbons and prizes, demonstrations and exhibits, all included in admission. Information: 732-914-9466 or
www.oceancountyfair.com - BERKELEY TOWNSHIP
July 25 - August 12
Exhibition: Alan Willoughby & Linda Shusterman, m.t. burton gallery & 19th Street Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd.
Exhibition Reception July 25 from 6 - 9 pm. Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday. 10 am - 5 pm. Information: 609-494-0006
or www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY
July 1
Star Spangled Magic, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Spend an
evening with Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross. If you think you know Ben Franklin, think again….inventor, printer, statesman,
magician! It’s a little bit history, little bit magic and a whole lot of fun! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Sentimental Journey Band, Veterans Bicentennial Park, Beach and Engleside Aves. 7:30 pm. Big Band.
Bring blanket or chair. Information:609-492-1111 or www.beachhaven-nj.gov
- BEACH HAVEN
Ragtime, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
Ragtime ignites the stage and paints life in turn of the century America. Three remarkable families intertwine to poignantly
illustrate history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and love and hate.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am.
Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Luggage Tag Giveaway/Charity Night/Kids Eat Free.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Toms River Farmers Market, Huddy Park, on Water Street. 11 am - 5 pm. Rain or shine. Starts June 10th. Farmers from around the
state will be selling fresh from the field seasonal vegetables, organic produce, herbs, fruits and flowers. Locally
produced foods will also be available including breads and pastries, pickled products. Sponsored by Downtown Toms
River. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com
- TOMS RIVER
Concert: 63rd Army Band, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
July 2
Ragtime, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 8 pm.
Ragtime ignites the stage and paints life in turn of the century America. Three remarkable families intertwine to poignantly
illustrate history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and love and hate.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Star Spangled Magic, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Spend an
evening with Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross. If you think you know Ben Franklin, think again….inventor, printer, statesman,
magician! It’s a little bit history, little bit magic and a whole lot of fun! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Summerfest Concert: B Streets, Windward Beach Park. Food court & DJ begin at 5 p.m. Concert at 7 pm. Local band to open.
Followed by fireworks at 9 pm. Shuttle Buses run from Drum Point School, Brick High School, & Midstreams Elementary School.
Information: 732-262-1006 or www.bricktownship.net/summerfest
- BRICK
Fireworks, Johnson’s Park. Local entertainment starts at 4 pm. Followed by fireworks at dusk - JACKSON
Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am.
Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Post-Game Fireworks/Thirsty Thursday/Positive Coaches Alliance Night/Kids Eat Free.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Independence Celebration, Amphitheater, North Lake Dr., at Lake Carasaljo. 8 pm.
Lakewood Municipal Band and Chorus, conducted by Wilbur Wittemann. Fireworks will follow.
Information: 732-364-2500 - LAKEWOOD
Puppet Theatre, "The Little Mermaid," Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Psychic Nights, Ferrara's Ristorante, 518 Arnold Ave. Doors open 6 pm. Susan T. & her friends. Charge includes 10
minute private reading & an Italian dinner buffet with dessert. Reservations prepaid. $ Information: 732-899-3900 or
www.farrarascafe.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Movie on the beach: The Tale of Despereaux, Hiering Ave. beach. At dusk. Free movie on the beach, bring blanket,
chair, snacks, etc. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
July 3
Viking Village Dock Tours, Viking Village, 19th & Baview. 10 am. Runs from July 3 - August 28. Information:
609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillage.net - BARNEGAT LIGHT
"POP Day", Pay One Price Day, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Pay one price for all rides from
2:00 pm until 7:00 pm, regular prices in effect after 7:00 pm until closing. Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Cinderella, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
The classic Cinderella comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family. $
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Star Spangled Magic, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Spend an
evening with Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross. If you think you know Ben Franklin, think again….inventor, printer, statesman,
magician! It’s a little bit history, little bit magic and a whole lot of fun! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Ragtime, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
Ragtime ignites the stage and paints life in turn of the century America. Three remarkable families intertwine to poignantly
illustrate history’s timeless contradictions of wealth and poverty, freedom and prejudice, hope and despair, and love and hate.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Fireworks, Lacey Township High School, Haines Rd. Dusk. Rain date July 5th - LACEY TOWNSHIP
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Post-Game Fireworks/Kids Eat Free.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Acoustic Strawbs, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. Unique among early 70’s Progressive Rock bands,
this pioneering outfit actually came from a 60’s English Folk background and successfully merged the two genres.
$ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Fireworks & Ocean Pops Band Concert, Lacey High School, Haines Street. Concert at 7 pm, Jersey Shore DJ's.
Fireworks at Dusk. Rain date July 5th. - LANOKA HARBOR
Ice Cream Musical: ice cream edition, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
5 pm. Featuring songs from High School Musical & Hairspray. Beginning May 22nd . Information: 732-854-2779 or
www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Celebrate America Under the Stars, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 6:30 pm – 10 pm.
An outdoor independence celebration featuring the music of the Garden State Philharmonic as well as
brief performances by Our Gang Players and the Stafford Intermediate School’s B-Naturals.
Free. Parking fee. Food and novelty vendors will be onsite. A laser light show will end the event.
Information: 609-489-8600 Option 1 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. 10 am - 8 pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Toms River Municipal Band, Ocean Co. Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
July 4
Concert: Brass Tacks & Fireworks, Municipal Docks. 7 pm. Classic Rock. Fireworks at dusk - BARNEGAT
4th of July B & B Walking Tour, LBI Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 10 am.
$ Information: 609-492-0700 or www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN
Fireworks, Taylor Ave. and the bayfront. 9 pm. Rain date July 5th. - BEACH HAVEN
Fireworks over the Toms River, Bayside Ave Beach. 9 pm. - BEACHWOOD
Craft Day By the Bay, Bible Conference Grounds, Cedars Ave. 10 am - 4 pm. Information: 609-361-7990 or
www.harveycedars.org - HARVEY CEDARS
Concert: LeAnn Rimes, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 7 p.m. Concert is included with theme
park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or
www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON
4th of July Celebration. Parade at 11 a.m. on Union Ave, followed by antique car show. Craft Show at Lake Horicon
from 9:00 am. until 5:00 pm. Fireworks at dusk at Lake Horicon. The rain date for the car show and fireworks is
Sunday, July 5th. - LAKEHURST
Celebration, Parade at noon down Downer Ave. - MANTOLOKING
Festivities & Fireworks, New Egypt High School Fields, Evergreen Rd. Begin at noon, followed by fireworks at
dusk. NEW EGYPT/PLUMSTED TWSP.
4th of July Fireworks, Jenkinson’s beach, Ocean Ave. At dusk. - POINT PLEASANT BEACH & BOROUGH
Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza, On the beach. 9 pm. Free. Sponsored by Coca-Cola. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. 10 am -5pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
Family Pops III: Celebrate America, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. Join the Philharmonic and Chorus
for our free annual outdoor Independence Day concerts. Be sure to arrive early and bring a chair for the best seat!
Free. - TOMS RIVER
Fireworks over the Toms River, along the Toms River. 9 pm. - TOMS RIVER
4th of July at the Seaport, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 5:30 pm - 9 pm. Parade at 10 a.m. Starts at
Village Shops and goes to Tuckerton Seaport. Pack a picnic, outdoor movie in parking lot after fireworks. Call to make
reservations for front row and tower viewing seats. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Star Gazing at the Beach? Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. Sunset - 10:30 pm. Beach wheelchair accessible.
Information: 609-296-1114 or
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html
- TUCKERTON
Independence Day Celebration, Harry Wright Lake, Lake Ave and County Hwy 530. 5 pm - 9 pm. Concert: by Total Soul,
The Duprees. Fireworks display at dusk. Information: 732-657-8121 - WHITING/MANCHESTER
July 5
Boat Race, Bud Bender Memorial Race. Races start at 12 noon until approximately 4:30 pm. All in state boats
must be at race site & sign in by 10 am, out of state boats by 10:30 am. Boats arriving late will start on outside for
both heats. Mandatory meeting for drivers & co-pilot's at 11 am. Our boats will be displayed after our races-In and Out
of the Water. Sponsored by the East Coast Boat Racing Club of New Jersey & Verizon Wireless.
Information: www.ecbrcnj.com - BARNEGAT
Independence Day Parade, E. 16th St. 7 pm. Awards, ceremony. concert after parade at bay dock area between 9th and
10th St. Information: 609-494-9196 or www.barnlight.com
- BARNEGAT LIGHT
Independence Day Fireworks and Concert, Gazebo, Philadelphia Ave. & Bay Blvd. Concert 8 pm and fireworks at 9 pm.
Rain date July 12. Information: 732-793-7477 or
www.lavalletteboro.com - LAVALLETTE
Music at the Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 1 - 5 pm. Atlantic Brass Band. The Atlantic Brass Band has
presented the finest in brass band music throughout the United States and Europe. Tickets are limited. $ Information:
609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT
4th of July Fireworks, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk & Parkway. At Dark. Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Movie on the beach: The Dark Knight, Hiering Ave. beach. At dusk. 13 & Over Free movie on the beach, bring blanket,
chair, snacks, etc. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. Noon - 5 pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
Live Bluegrass & Country Oldies Music, American Legion Hall, 2025 Church Road. Doors open 12:00 Show starts 1:00.
Past Times Bluegrass Band 1:00 & 3:30. Heavy Traffic Bluegrass Band 2:00 & 4:30. Refreshments & Outside Jams
available. $ Information: 732-232-5800 or
www.houseofbluegrass-countryoldies.com -
TOMS RIVER
July 6
Alliance for a Living Ocean Presents: ALO’s Puppet Theater, Long Beach Island Historical Association Museum, Engleside and
Beach Ave. 10 am. Join Aloysius the Dolphin in an interactive seashore themed puppet show designed for ages 6 and younger
but fun for all ages. Donation. Runs Monday from July 6-August 17. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Books! The Magic is Real! Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
Spend an An exciting production that brings books to life through the art of magic and illusion. The show features
dynamic music, dazzling illusions and outstanding literature. Including charactors and plot lines from "Harry Potter",
"Dr. Suess", "How to Eat Fried Worms" and more! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Monday Night Talk: Saving the Fisherman's Cottage, LBI Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 7:30 pm.
Jamie Ciardelli and others. Follow by word and video, the moving of a two story ca.1880 building to behind the LBI Museum
in January 2009. The Fisherman's Cottage will be restored to present the living quarters of a working family in Beach Haven,
1880-1920. Donation requested. Information: 609-492-0700 or www.lbimuseum.org
- BEACH HAVEN
John Gowdy Sand Sculpture, Hurricane Harbor, 537 Jackson Mills Rd. All day. The New Jersey based sand artist will be
sculpting an amazing sand structure. Information: 732-928-1821 or
www.sixflags.com/hurricaneHarborNJ - JACKSON
Princess/Pirate Tea Party for Children, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
4 pm. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Children’s Show: Yosi Beach Show, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. 10 am - 8 pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
July 7
Books! The Magic is Real! Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
Spend an An exciting production that brings books to life through the art of magic and illusion. The show features
dynamic music, dazzling illusions and outstanding literature. Including charactors and plot lines from "Harry Potter",
"Dr. Suess", "How to Eat Fried Worms" and more! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
John Gowdy Sand Sculpture, Hurricane Harbor, 537 Jackson Mills Rd. All day. The New Jersey based sand artist will be
sculpting an amazing sand structure. Information: 732-928-1821 or
www.sixflags.com/hurricaneHarborNJ - JACKSON
Children's Story Time, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Movies on the Bay, Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. At sunset approximately 8:30 pm. Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (PG)
Runs from July 7 - August 25. Closed Captioning And Accessible Restrooms Provided. In case of rain it will be held at
Lavallette Elementary School, 105 Brooklyn Ave. Free. Information: 732-793-7477 or
www.lavallette.org/alliance/ - LAVALLETTE
Wild West Day, Jenkinson's Beach, Boardwalk & Parkway. 4 pm - 7 pm. Free activities, arts and crafts, face painting,
shows and storytelling, get Deputized and pony rides. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Alliance for a Living Ocean’s Sea Critter Round-Up, Beach Arlington Bay Beach. 10 am. Join ALO volunteers and
interns as we seine the bay and discuss all the interesting creatures that we find. Parents and children are welcome to
join in for this hands-on program. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - SHIP BOTTOM
Foul Shooting Contest, Richard A. Zachariae Field, Division St. and Barnegat Ave. 10 am. For girls and boys through age
18. Sponsored by the Surf City Taxpayer Association. Rain date July 14. Information: 609-494-3064 or
www.surfcitytaxpayer.com - SURF CITY
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. 10 am - 8 pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
July 8
Summer Cabaret, Central Regional High School, 509 Forest Hills Pkwy. 7 pm. Presented by Berkeley Community Arts
Alliance. $ Information: 732-269-4456 or www.btrec.org
- BAYVILLE
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Peter Pan comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Books! The Magic is Real! Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
Spend an An exciting production that brings books to life through the art of magic and illusion. The show features
dynamic music, dazzling illusions and outstanding literature. Including charactors and plot lines from "Harry Potter",
"Dr. Suess", "How to Eat Fried Worms" and more! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Carnaby Street Band, Veterans Bicentennial Park, Beach and Engleside Aves. 7:30 pm. Pop from the 60’s.
Bring blanket or chair. Information: 609-492-1111 or www.beachhaven-nj.gov
- BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
John Gowdy Sand Sculpture, Hurricane Harbor, 537 Jackson Mills Rd. All day. The New Jersey based sand artist will be
sculpting an amazing sand structure. Information: 732-928-1821 or
www.sixflags.com/hurricaneHarborNJ - JACKSON
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am.
Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Lavallette’s Business Associations’ Sidewalk Sales, downtown. All Day.
Information: 732-793-7477 or www.lavallette.org - LAVALLETTE
Children's Story Time, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Hands-on-the-Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am. Take a relaxing
nature walk among the salt marshes. Talk about the local plants, birds and other creatures. Seine the bay to look at and
discuss all the little sea critters we find. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - LOVELADIES
3rd Annual Barnegat Bay Day: Go-Green Exposition, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach
Blvd. 1 pm - 4 pm. Alternative energy demonstrations, learn about the green energy audit of the Long Beach Island
Foundation property, their coastal rain garden, many things for the entire family. Information: 609-494-1241 or
www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. 10 am - 8 pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
Toms River Farmers Market, Huddy Park, on Water Street. 11 am - 5 pm. Rain or shine. Starts June 10th. Farmers from around the
state will be selling fresh from the field seasonal vegetables, organic produce, herbs, fruits and flowers. Locally
produced foods will also be available including breads and pastries, pickled products. Sponsored by Downtown Toms
River. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com
- TOMS RIVER
Cruising Downtown III, Downtown Toms River, Washington St. 5 - 9 pm.
Sponsored by the Vintage Automobile Club of New Jersey. Information: 732-797-1456 or
www.vintageautomuseum.org - TOMS RIVER
July 9
Sand Sculpting Contest, Ocean Beach, 25th St. 2 pm. Amateurs only. Ribbons & awarded. Rain date: 7/10.
Information: 609-494-9196 or www.barnlight.com
- BARNEGAT LIGHT
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Peter Pan comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Books! The Magic is Real! Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
Spend an An exciting production that brings books to life through the art of magic and illusion. The show features
dynamic music, dazzling illusions and outstanding literature. Including charactors and plot lines from "Harry Potter",
"Dr. Suess", "How to Eat Fried Worms" and more! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Starburst Summer Concert Series: Raven-Symoné, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 6 pm.
Concert is included with your Season Pass or theme park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or
www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON
Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am.
Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Puppet Theatre, "The Little Mermaid," Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am.
Learn how baby clams are raised in land-based nurseries are moved into water-based upwellers, and then seeded into clam beds.
Learn how to protect the bay's ecosystem. Donation. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Sponsored by the Alliance for a Living Ocean.
Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org
- LOVELADIES
Movie on the beach: Igor, Hiering Ave. beach. At dusk. Free movie on the beach, bring blanket,
chair, snacks, etc. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Ship Bottom Flea Market, 10th St. & Shore Ave. 8 am - 4 pm. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club.
609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM
Concert-by-the-Bay: Soundmasters, 10th St. Waterfront Park, 10th Street. 7:30 p.m. Doo Wop & Acapella. Bring a Chair. Free.
Parking and bathrooms are available. In case of rain, show will move to firehouse on 21st and Central. - SHIP BOTTOM
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. 10 am - 8 pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
July 10
Viking Village Dock Tours, Viking Village, 19th & Baview. 10 am. Runs from July 3 - August 28. Information:
609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillage.net - BARNEGAT LIGHT
"POP Day", Pay One Price Day, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Pay one price for all rides from
2:00 pm until 7:00 pm, regular prices in effect after 7:00 pm until closing. Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Peter Pan comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Books! The Magic is Real! Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
Spend an An exciting production that brings books to life through the art of magic and illusion. The show features
dynamic music, dazzling illusions and outstanding literature. Including charactors and plot lines from "Harry Potter",
"Dr. Suess", "How to Eat Fried Worms" and more! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Songs for a Summer Evening - Broadway Favorites We Know and Love!, St. Francis of Assisi Church, 4700 Long Beach
Boulevard. 7 pm. Starring Michele Beck, Janet Bazner, Fr. Steve Kluge, Christina Tofani, and Teen Cantors:Robert Connolly,
Gianna Letinski, Hope Pitner, Taylor Sprague. $ Information: 609-494-8813 - Brant Beach/Long Beach Twsp.
Beginners Surf Fishing Clinics, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 8 am - 2 pm. Minimum age 10, minors
accompanied by adult. Sponsored by Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament & Island Beach State Park, learn the basics.
Included with park entry fee. Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Sand Castle Contest, Oceanfront, President Ave. 10 am. Call to register. Information: 732-793-7477 or
www.lavallette.org/alliance/ - LAVALLETTE
Ice Cream Musical: ice cream edition, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
5 pm. Featuring songs from High School Musical & Hairspray. Beginning May 22nd . Information: 732-854-2779 or
www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Concert: Verdict, Long Beach Twp Municipal Bldg., 68th St. 7 pm - 9 pm. Bring blanket or chair.
Information: 609-361-6635 or www.longbeachtownship.com
- LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP
Classic Car Cruise, Arnold Ave., downtown. 5 pm - 9 pm. Rain date July 17. Information: 1-888-772-3862 or
www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. 10 am - 8 pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Toms River Municipal Band, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
July 11
Pinelands Heritage Series 2009: A Revolutionary Tavern in the Pines, Old Manahawkin Baptist Church, 120 North
Main St., Rt. 9 South. 10 am - Noon. Speaker: Tim Hart, Ocean County Cultural and Heritage. Learn about the Old
Manahawkin Baptist Church and then take a car over to the Cedar Bridge Tavern to tour its origins. A series of talks
and field trips exploring history and culture in the New Jersey Pinelands. Information: 609-859-8860 or
www.pinelandsalliance.org - BARNEGAT
Summer Dock Concerts: For the Foxes, Barnegat Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Pop. - BARNEGAT
Summer Bazaar, Zion Lutheran Church Parish Hall, 18th & Central Ave. 9 am - 1 pm. Information: 609-494-8676 or
www.barnlight.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Peter Pan comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Summer Art Show, St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 5 pm. Information: 609-494-8861 or
www.stfranciscenterlbi.com/ - BRANT BEACH, LONG BEACH ISLAND
Caribbean Summer Concert, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. Starts at noon.
Presents a Soca Daycation featuring Fayann Lyons & Bunji Garlin with the Asylum Band, Rupee, Kevin Lyttle,
Burning Flames and Iwer George. Concert requires an additional ticket that is not included with theme park admission.
Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure -
JACKSON
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
Propagate Your Plants, Calgo Gardens, 84 Cross Street. 11 am. Learn about propagating plants by sowing seeds,
taking cuttings, and using perennial division with Bill Thaller, a plant propagation expert. Information &
registration: 732-905-6606 or www.calgogardens.com
- LAKEWOOD
Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am.
Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm.
$ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Lavallette Business Association Flea Market, Bay & Philadelphia Ave. 9 am - 4 pm. Rain date July 12.
Information: 732-267-5446 or www.lavallette.org - LAVALLETTE
Xtreme Off-Road Racing Round #2, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Front gates will open at 11 am. Starts at 1 pm.
Racing will start at 1pm. A combination of jeeps, buggies, and trucks with tricked out suspensions race side by side
over dirt jumps, while climbing rocks and boulders, and tight, twisting turns. Information: 609-758-1900 or
www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Garden Tour and Luncheon, tour though Point Pleasant Beach. Tour some of the most beautiful gardens in Ocean County.
Refreshments will be served along the way, followed by a beautiful garden luncheon at the Point Pleasant Beach Fire company
on Arnold and St. Louis Ave. Sponsored by the Point Pleasant Beach Beautification Committee.
Information: 732-892-9190 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
32nd Annual Murial Larsen Clambake, Tri-Boro First Aid Squad, J Street. Doors open at 5 pm.
Dinner served at 5:45 pm. Charge also includes a DJ for dancing and a Chinese
Auction. Information: 732-830-3236. - SEASIDE PARK
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. 10 am -5pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
Concert: The Oceanaires & Wilbur Wittman and Friends, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. Barbershop Quartet Chorus. Information:
732-276-7869 or www.oceanaires.net - TOMS RIVER
7th Annual Red Wine & Blues, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 3 - 8 pm. An afternoon of wine tasting
from New Jersey's finest wineries plus live blues bands. Crafters, vendors, food and lots of fun. Information:
609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Night Hike, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm. Bring flashlight, insect
repellent. For adults and children ages 7 and up. Limit 25 people. Pre-registration
required. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html
- TUCKERTON
Nicholas King, The Fabulous Greaseband, Harry Wright Lake, Lake Ave and County Hwy 530. 5 pm.
Information: 732-657-8121, http://manchestertownshipnj.org/recreation/recreation.htm - WHITING/MANCHESTER
July 12
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Peter Pan comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: The Roustabouts, Beachwood Beach. 7:30 pm. - BEACHWOOD
Summer Art Show, St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 2 pm. Information: 609-494-8861 or
www.stfranciscenterlbi.com/ - BRANT BEACH, LONG BEACH ISLAND
Support Surflight at the Spa, Freedom Surf & Spa, 3301 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am - 4 pm.
Cost includes Lunch. Information: 609-494-6554 - BRANT BEACH/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Flea Market, FirstEnergy Park parking lot, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. A wide
variety of New & used merchandise will be onsite for people to browse. Vendors welcome, call for fees. Free. Information:
732-901-7000, ext. 120 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3 pm.
Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Strand Senior Idol, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2:00 pm. The Strand Senior Idol competition is a fun,
motivational experience for today’s active adults. Many participants have never performed before a live audience
$ Information: 732-367-7789 ext. 210 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Concert: The Oceanaires, Gazebo Park, Philadelphia Ave. and Bay Front. 7 pm. Barbershop Quartet Chorus.
Information: 732-276-7869 or www.oceanaires.net - LAVALLETTE
National Juried Competition: Works of Art on Paper, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long
Beach Blvd. 5 pm - 7 pm. An exhibition of selected artists from all over the country. Information: 609-494-1241 or
www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES
Boat Race, Fern St Public Dock. Races start at 12 noon until approximately 4:30 pm. All in state boats
must be at race site & sign in by 10 am, out of state boats by 10:30 am. Boats arriving late will start on outside for
both heats. Mandatory meeting for drivers & co-pilot's at 11 am. Our boats will be displayed after our races-In and Out
of the Water. Sponsored by the East Coast Boat Racing Club of New Jersey
Information: www.ecbrcnj.com - PARKERTOWN
Movie on the beach: The Reader, Hiering Ave. beach. At dusk. 13 & Over Free movie on the beach, bring blanket,
chair, snacks, etc. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Your Heart's Desire Summer Craft Boutique, Silverton First Aid Building, 86 Maine St. Noon - 5 pm.
100 fine crafters including many local artisans. Information: 609-242-3208 or
www.yhdcrafts.com - TOMS RIVER
July 13
Alliance for a Living Ocean Presents: ALO’s Puppet Theater, Long Beach Island Historical Association Museum, Engleside and
Beach Ave. 10 am. Join Aloysius the Dolphin in an interactive seashore themed puppet show designed for ages 6 and younger
but fun for all ages. Donation. Runs Monday from July 6-August 17. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Monday Night Talk: Sands of LBI, LBI Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 7:30 pm. The Crab Chix, How and
why the sands of LBI evolved through the years. The ecological marvel of the changes on this barrier island.
Donation requested. Information: 609-492-0700 or www.lbimuseum.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Exotic Bird Show, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
As seen on Animal Planet, the NJ Birdman presents The Exotic Bird Show, featuring Molly, Dolly, Polly and baby Ollie!
Baby Ollie is the smallest parret in the world. The Exotic Bird Show is educational and entertaining for ages 2 to 92.
Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Comedy Tonight, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:30 pm. Enjoy a night of comedy. $ Information:
609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Junior Naturalist Program, Interpretive Center, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 9 am - Noon. Included with park
entry fee. Ages 10 to 14. Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Bowling Green (Tampa Bay Rays). BlueClaws Visor giveaway/Kids Eat Free/ Post game Fireworks.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Princess/Pirate Tea Party for Children, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
4 pm. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Celebrate Sharks, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. All day. Explore the mystery surrounding these
misunderstood creatures. With General Admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Children’s Show: The Dazzling Mills Family, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
July 14
Exotic Bird Show, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
As seen on Animal Planet, the NJ Birdman presents The Exotic Bird Show, featuring Molly, Dolly, Polly and baby Ollie!
Baby Ollie is the smallest parret in the world. The Exotic Bird Show is educational and entertaining for ages 2 to 92.
Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Neil and The Diamonds, Veterans Park. 6:00 pm. - BERKELEY
Annual Garden Tour of Brick Township, Various home gardens and Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Rd.
10 am - 3 pm. Price includes with tour of Brick's leading gardens, a "Tea in the Garden" with homemade cookies and cakes,
an art show by the Laurelton Art Society, a plant sale, and tour of museum. Maps provided. Information: 732-892-9480 or
www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK
Alliance for a Living Ocean’s Sea Critter Round-Up, Maris Stella Center. 10 am. Join ALO volunteers and interns as we
seine the bay and discuss all the interesting creatures that we find. Parents and children are welcome to join in for this
hands-on program. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- HARVEY CEDARS
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Bowling Green (Tampa Bay Rays). Reggy Appearance/Senior Day Tuesday/Baseball Bingo/Kids Eat Free.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Children's Story Time, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Movies on the Bay, Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. At sunset approximately 8:30 pm. Bedtime Stories (PG)
Runs from July 7 - August 25. Closed Captioning And Accessible Restrooms Provided. In case of rain it will be held at
Lavallette Elementary School, 105 Brooklyn Ave. Free. Information: 732-793-7477 or
www.lavallette.org/alliance/ - LAVALLETTE
Alliance for a Living Ocean’s Puppet Theater Special Showings,Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences,
120 Long Beach Blvd. 7 pm. Join Aloysius the Dolphin in an interactive seashore themed puppet show designed for ages 6
and younger but fun for all ages. Donation. $ Information: 609-494-7800 or <
a href=http://www.livingocean.org target=new>www.livingocean.org - LOVELADIES
Scavenger Hunt, Jenkinson's Beach, Boardwalk & Parkway. 2 pm - 5 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Wild West Day, Jenkinson's Beach, Boardwalk & Parkway. 4 pm - 8 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Borough Wide Sidewalk Sale Days. Many of our Merchants will be participating in Sidewalk Sales.
All Merchants are encouraged to participate. - SHIP BOTTOM
July 15
Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic The Wizard of Oz comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Exotic Bird Show, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
As seen on Animal Planet, the NJ Birdman presents The Exotic Bird Show, featuring Molly, Dolly, Polly and baby Ollie!
Baby Ollie is the smallest parret in the world. The Exotic Bird Show is educational and entertaining for ages 2 to 92.
Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Jimmy and the Parrots, Veterans Bicentennial Park, Beach and Engleside Aves. 7:30 pm.
Jimmy Buffet cover band. Bring blanket or chair.
Information: 609-492-1111 or www.beachhaven-nj.gov
- BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Cool Notes on a Hot Night, Brick Cultural Center, 515 Herbertsville Rd. 7 pm.
A contemporary look at the songs and styles of the new millennium, sung by the twenty-something generation. Free.
Information: 732-262-1006 - BRICK
Concert: The Hazbinz, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 7:00 pm. Classic Rock of the 60’s and 70’s. Bring a chair.
Donations appreciated. Information: 609-361-6000 or www.harveycedars.org
- HARVEY CEDARS
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 11:05 a.m. Hosting the
Bowling Green (Tampa Bay Rays). Jim Murphy Oversized Baseball Cards/Camp Day/Kids Eat Free.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Lavallette’s First-Aid Flea Market, Bay & Philadelphia Ave. 9 am - 4 pm. Rain date July 16.
Information: 732-793-5160 or www.lavallette.org - LAVALLETTE
Children's Story Time, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Hands-on-the-Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am. Take a relaxing
nature walk among the salt marshes. Talk about the local plants, birds and other creatures. Seine the bay to look at and
discuss all the little sea critters we find. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - LOVELADIES
Borough Wide Sidewalk Sale Days. Many of our Merchants will be participating in Sidewalk Sales.
All Merchants are encouraged to participate. - SHIP BOTTOM
Demonstration: Press mold, figurative sculpture, m.t. burton gallery & 19th Street Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach
Blvd. 9 am - 4 pm. With Pat Swyler. Information: 609-494-0006 or
www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY
Toms River Farmers Market, Huddy Park, on Water Street. 11 am - 5 pm. Rain or shine. Starts June 10th. Farmers from around the
state will be selling fresh from the field seasonal vegetables, organic produce, herbs, fruits and flowers. Locally
produced foods will also be available including breads and pastries, pickled products. Sponsored by Downtown Toms
River. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com
- TOMS RIVER
July 16
Children’s Field Event, Ocean Beach, 24th St. 9:30 am. Information: 609-494-9196 or
www.barnlight.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT
Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic The Wizard of Oz comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Exotic Bird Show, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
As seen on Animal Planet, the NJ Birdman presents The Exotic Bird Show, featuring Molly, Dolly, Polly and baby Ollie!
Baby Ollie is the smallest parret in the world. The Exotic Bird Show is educational and entertaining for ages 2 to 92.
Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Summerfest: Drive in Movie Night: ET: The Extra-Terrestrial, Windward Beach Park. Food court & DJ begin at 5 p.m. Movie begins at 7
pm. Shuttle Buses run from Drum Point School, Brick High School, & Midstreams Elementary School. Information: 732-262-1006 or
www.bricktownship.net/summerfest - BRICK
Starburst Summer Concert Series: Mitchel Musso, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 6 pm. Concert
is included with theme park admission or your 2009 Season Pass. Mitchel Musso of The Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana.
Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure -
JACKSON
Business and Industry Expo and Home Show, Lake Terrace Hall, 1690 Oak Street. 3 pm - 7 pm. Every attendee will receive
a coupon for a free hot dog, soda, and chips for this night's BlueClaws game. Sponsored by Lakewood Industrial Commission.
Free. Information: 732-267-7543 - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Bowling Green (Tampa Bay Rays). Cole Hamels MVP Bobblehead Giveaway/Thirsty Thursday/Beer Tasting/Kids Eat Free.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Puppet Theatre, "The Little Mermaid," Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am.
Learn how baby clams are raised in land-based nurseries are moved into water-based upwellers, and then seeded into clam beds.
Learn how to protect the bay's ecosystem. Donation. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Sponsored by the Alliance for a Living Ocean.
Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org
- LOVELADIES
Movie on the beach: Inkheart, Hiering Ave. beach. At dusk. Free movie on the beach, bring blanket,
chair, snacks, etc. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Borough Wide Sidewalk Sale Days. Many of our Merchants will be participating in Sidewalk Sales.
All Merchants are encouraged to participate. - SHIP BOTTOM
Concert-by-the-Bay: Verdict, 10th St. Waterfront Park, 10th Street. 7:30 p.m. Reggae Band. Bring a Chair. Free. Parking and
bathrooms are available. In case of rain, show will move to firehouse on 21st and Central. - SHIP BOTTOM
Canoeing the Wading River, Jacques Cousteau Coastal Education Center, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 9 am - 2 pm. Paddle with
JC NERR educations, OC Parks and recreation naturalists on a canoe along South Jersey’s river. Bring lunch, a change of
clothes in waterproof bag, sunscreen, insect repellent and water. Limit 14 participants. Ages 16 and up. Must register.
Information and registration: 609-812-0649 or www.jcnerr.org
- TUCKERTON
July 17
Viking Village Dock Tours, Viking Village, 19th & Baview. 10 am. Runs from July 3 - August 28. Information:
609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillage.net - BARNEGAT LIGHT
"POP Day", Pay One Price Day, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Pay one price for all rides from
2:00 pm until 7:00 pm, regular prices in effect after 7:00 pm until closing. Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic The Wizard of Oz comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Exotic Bird Show, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm.
As seen on Animal Planet, the NJ Birdman presents The Exotic Bird Show, featuring Molly, Dolly, Polly and baby Ollie!
Baby Ollie is the smallest parret in the world. The Exotic Bird Show is educational and entertaining for ages 2 to 92.
Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
Beginners Surf Fishing Clinics, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 8 am - 2 pm. Minimum age 10, minors
accompanied by adult. Sponsored by Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament & Island Beach State Park, learn the basics.
Included with park entry fee. Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
Movie at Dusk: Shrek, Long Beach Twp Baseball Field., 68th St. At Dusk. Bring blanket or chair. Snack concessions
stand from Surflight Theatre. Information: 609-361-6635 or www.longbeachtownship.com
- LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
BBQ and A-Cat races, Island Heights Yacht Club, River Ave. 6 pm. Information: 732-349-9209 or
www.tomsriverseaport.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Lexington Legends (Houston Astros). Post-Game Fireworks/Kids Eat Free/Friday Happy Hour.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Ice Cream Musical: ice cream edition, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
5 pm. Featuring songs from High School Musical & Hairspray. Beginning May 22nd . Information: 732-854-2779 or
www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Eco-Tours of our Barrier Island: North End Tour, Long Beach Island Historical Society, Engleside and Beach Ave. 9 am.
Environmentally themed bus tours. Stop at various ecological and environmentally significant areas on LBI.
Tickets required. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- LONG BEACH ISLAND
Film & Discussion: The Beatles: From “The Cavern” to the Rooftop, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences,
120 Long Beach Blvd. 8 pm. Film Archivist and Historian, Bruce Lawton will provide context and answer questions. $
Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org
- LOVELADIES
Concert: David Cedeno Salsa, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
July 18
Cardboard Box Boat Race, Barnegat Bay Beach, Bay Shore Dr. 9 am. Information: 609-698-0080 or
www.barnegat.net - BARNEGAT
Summer Dock Concerts: Prayzym Band, Barnegat Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Christian Rock. - BARNEGAT
5th Annual Day on the Bay, On the water at Tice’s Shoal, adjacent to Island Beach State Park. 10 am - 3 pm. Join
WJRZ's morning radio hosts Chris Van Zant and Jen Ursillo who broadcast from the water joined by boaters, sailors, rowers,
swimmers, kayakers , jet skiers. Information: 732-681-3800 - BARNEGAT BAY/ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK
Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic The Wizard of Oz comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
16th Annual Ladies Catch of the Day, Forked River Tuna Club, Bay Ave. 7 am - 3 pm. There will be a Mermaid division
for girls 12 yrs and younger. Must attend meeting night before. $ Information: 609-971-0704 or
www.forkedrivertunaclub.org - FORKED RIVER
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Lexington Legends (Houston Astros). Bruce Springsteen Night/Kids Eat Free/Food Drive, bring non-perishable food and
get a free ticket.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
Behind the Scenes Tour, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am-11:00 am. Ages 5 and up. Discover what
goes on behind the scenes of the aquarium. Learn what it takes to feed, clean, and enrich all of our animals.
Closed-toed shoes are required! Closed-toed shoes are required! Call to pre-register. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Blueberry Festival & Silent Auction, Central United Methodist Church, 729 Arnold Ave. 8 am - 3 pm. Information: 732-892-3233 or
www.gbgm-umc.org/cumcppb/ - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Summer of Happy: begins with Spongebob’s 10th Anniversary, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 11:30 am to 6 pm.
Kickoff bash featuring the Squareguy himself. The P.A.R.T.Y. includes: Storytime and Laugh Contest 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, and
5:00 pm. Sing along to Spongebob Songs at 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm with Mermaid Melody on Saturday.
Krabby Races at 2:00 pm and 5:30 pm. Bubble Bowl Dance Party at 4:30 pm. Visit craft/tattoo stations around Bikini Bottom.
View past Spongebob episodes throughout the day. Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Vintage Automobile Museum of NJ, Bay Blvd. 9 am - 3 pm. Shore Dreams for Kids. Information: 732-797-1456 or
www.vintageautomuseum.org - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Flea Market, J St. & Central Ave. 9 am - 4 pm. Benefits Seaside Park Education Foundation Fund. Rain date July 19.
Information: 732-267-5446 - SEASIDE PARK
Celebrating the Jersey Shore, Surf City Borough Hall, 813 Long Beach Blvd. Margaret Buchholz, well known local
historian and renowned author, illustrates and discusses the Jersey shore over the decades. Information: 609-494-3064 or
www.surfcitytaxpayer.com - SURF CITY
Wooden Boat Festival, Huddy Park, Water & Main St. 9 am - 5 pm. Board Antique & Classic boats, build & sail
model boats. Boat rides and Pond boats on the canal. Maritime Arts & Crafts. Music and Food. Rain or Shine. Information:
732-349-9209 or www.tomsriverseaport.org - TOMS RIVER
7th Annual New Jersey State Ice Cream Festival, downtown, Washington Street. 11:30 am to 5 pm. Celebrates National Ice
Cream month with Ice cream parlors from around the state compete for the title of “best." Family festival with inflatable
rides, street performers, crafters, vendors, and live entertainment. Festival attendees will pick the winners in the
People’s Choice category. Tasting kits can be purchased for a nominal fee to sample and vote on those entries. Sponsored
by Downtown Toms River. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com
- TOMS RIVER
28th Family Chicken BBQ, Pleasant Plains Volunteer Fire Department, 40 Clayton Ave. noon - 7 pm.
Information: 732-349-0808 - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Deuces Wild, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Warm Hearted Country, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8 pm. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.
Information: 609-296-1114 or
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html
- TUCKERTON
July 19
Boat Race, East Bay Ave Public Dock. Races start at 12 noon until approximately 4:30 pm. All in state boats
must be at race site & sign in by 10 am, out of state boats by 10:30 am. Boats arriving late will start on outside for
both heats. Mandatory meeting for drivers & co-pilot's at 11 am. Our boats will be displayed after our races-In and Out
of the Water. Sponsored by the East Coast Boat Racing Club of New Jersey
Information: www.ecbrcnj.com - BARNEGAT
Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic The Wizard of Oz comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
22nd Annual Art Festival, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. 60+ artists and fine crafters. Food
available from the Barnegat Light First Aid Squad. Free admission. - HARVEY CEDARS
Art Open House, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 1 pm - 4 pm. To promote art learning
opportunities. Art demonstration and lectures, sample classes, photo gallery, learn about classes, workshops,
studio sessions and photography, poetry and song groups. Free. Information: 732-270-3111 or
www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 5:05 p.m.Hosting the
Lexington Legends (Houston Astros). Pre-game autograph signing/Kids Character Sunday/Kids Eat Free.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
Performance: Curtis String Trio, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 7 pm.
Alumni of the Curtis Institute of Music brings artistry and youthfulness to classical and modern works with viola
player, Solomiya Ivakhiv. $ Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org
- LOVELADIES
Summer of Happy: begins with Spongebob’s 10th Anniversary, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 11:30 am to 6 pm.
Kickoff bash featuring the Squareguy himself. The P.A.R.T.Y. includes: Storytime and Laugh Contest 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, and
5:00 pm. Sing along with local talent stars, “The Immitations” on Sunday. Krabby Races at 2:00 pm and 5:30 pm. Bubble Bowl
Dance Party at 4:30 pm. Visit craft/tattoo stations around Bikini Bottom. View past Spongebob episodes throughout the day.
Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com
- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Movie on the beach: Changeling, Hiering Ave. beach. At dusk. 13 & Over Free movie on the beach, bring blanket,
chair, snacks, etc. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Concert: Bob Herman Swing Sextet, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
July 20
Alliance for a Living Ocean Presents: ALO’s Puppet Theater, Long Beach Island Historical Association Museum, Engleside and
Beach Ave. 10 am. Join Aloysius the Dolphin in an interactive seashore themed puppet show designed for ages 6 and younger
but fun for all ages. Donation. Runs Monday from July 6-August 17. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Tuckerton Seaport Night, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 7 pm. The Tuckerton Seaport will bring an evening of entertainment with "Sea
Monsters, The US Lifesaving Service, Man eating sharks, and traditional songs and shanties of the sea". Fun for the whole
family. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Magic of Christmas, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Toymaker Papa
Gepetto has come to work for Santa. He is joined by a living Ragdoll and a cast of elaborately costumed Christmas
characters to create this fun filled family show. Magic in Toyland is the perfect holiday treat, filled with magic,
comedy and the spirit of the holiday season! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Junior Naturalist Program, Interpretive Center, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 9 am - Noon. Included with park
entry fee. Ages 10 to 14. Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Starburst Summer Concert Series: Jesse McCartney, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 7 pm.
Included with admission. Performance features songs from his newest album Departure.
Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure -
JACKSON
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Lexington Legends (Houston Astros). Cole Hamels XL T-Shirt Giveaway/ShopRite Kids Eat Free/Scout Sleepover Night.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Princess/Pirate Tea Party for Children, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
4 pm. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
Children’s Show: Dale Jones Juggling Act, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Tuckerton Seaport at the Surflight, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 7 pm. Family fun evening of music,
stories, sea tales, history and entertainment. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
July 21
Alliance for a Living Ocean’s Sea Critter Round-Up, Barnegat Light Bay Beach. 10 am. Join ALO volunteers and interns
as we seine the bay and discuss all the interesting creatures that we find. Parents and children are welcome to join in
for this hands-on program. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- BARNEGAT LIGHT
Indoor Labyrinth Walk, St. Thomas Aquinas Church Hall, 2nd St. & Atlantic Ave. 10 am - 7 pm. Spiritual act of pilgrimage.
A walking meditation, clean socks or shore covers are required. Information: 609-597-8504 - BEACH HAVEN
Magic of Christmas, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Toymaker Papa
Gepetto has come to work for Santa. He is joined by a living Ragdoll and a cast of elaborately costumed Christmas
characters to create this fun filled family show. Magic in Toyland is the perfect holiday treat, filled with magic,
comedy and the spirit of the holiday season! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. Lunch: 11:30 &Show at 2 pm & 8 pm. Cost includes lunch at Daddy O,
tickets must be reserved by 7/12, limited seating.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
STARBURST® Summer Concert Series: Boys Like Girls, Gym Class Heroes, The Veronicas, The Academy Is and Never Shout Never,
Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 5 pm. Included with admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or
www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON
Children's Story Time, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Movies on the Bay, Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. At sunset approximately 8:30 pm. Bolt (PG)
Runs from July 7 - August 25. Closed Captioning And Accessible Restrooms Provided. In case of rain it will be held at
Lavallette Elementary School, 105 Brooklyn Ave. Free. Information: 732-793-7477 or
www.lavallette.org/alliance/ - LAVALLETTE
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
Family Fun Time Performance Series: The Magic of 5-A-Day, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley
Ave. 10 am. Designed to promote healthy eating and exercise. Kids and adults will learn how to take better care of
their bodies in a 45 minute presentation featuring magic, comedy, and audience participation. $ Information:
609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Flea Market/Bazaar, Surf City Firehouse, 8th St. & Long Beach Blvd. 9 am - 4 pm. Food, beverages, crafts, books.
Sponsored by Surf City Vol. Fire Co. # 1 & EMS. Information: 609-494-3064 or
www.surfcitytaxpayer.com - SURF CITY
July 22
Beth Moore Piano & Ree Shivers Mezzo Soprano Recital, Central Regional High School, 509 Forest Hills Pkwy. 7 pm.
Presented by Berkeley Community Arts Alliance. $ Information: 732-269-4456 or
www.btrec.org - BAYVILLE
Indoor Labyrinth Walk, St. Thomas Aquinas Church Hall, 2nd St. & Atlantic Ave. 10 am - 7 pm. Spiritual act of pilgrimage.
A walking meditation, clean socks or shore covers are required. Information: 609-597-8504 - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Aladdin, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Aladdin comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Past Times Bluegrass Band, Veterans Bicentennial Park, Beach and Engleside Aves. 7:30 pm. Bring blanket
or chair. Bluegrass. Information: 609-492-1111 or www.beachhaven-nj.gov
- BEACH HAVEN
Magic of Christmas, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Toymaker Papa
Gepetto has come to work for Santa. He is joined by a living Ragdoll and a cast of elaborately costumed Christmas
characters to create this fun filled family show. Magic in Toyland is the perfect holiday treat, filled with magic,
comedy and the spirit of the holiday season! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Ted Hammock & The Blowout Boys, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 7:00 pm. Bring a chair. Donations appreciated.
Information: 609-361-6000 or www.harveycedars.org
- HARVEY CEDARS
Birding by Kayak, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 8 am - 11 am. Minimum age of 14, minors accompanied by
adult. Paddle the Sedge Islands. $ Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Demonstration: Oil Painting, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 7 pm. by Joe Sundwall.
Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1 pm - 4 pm, closed holidays.
Information: 732-270-3111 or
www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
Children's Story Time, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
St. Theresa's Annual Carnival Under the Stars, Church Grounds, 450 Radio Road. 6 - 10:30 p.m. Information:
609-296-1845 or 609-296-2504 - LITTLE EGG HARBOR
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
Hands-on-the-Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am. Take a relaxing
nature walk among the salt marshes. Talk about the local plants, birds and other creatures. Seine the bay to look at and
discuss all the little sea critters we find. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - LOVELADIES
Christmas in July, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1 pm - 5 pm. Face painting, arts and crafts,
holiday music and watch snow fall on the beach. Santa will be posing for pictures. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Toms River Farmers Market, Huddy Park, on Water Street. 11 am - 5 pm. Rain or shine. Starts June 10th. Farmers from around the
state will be selling fresh from the field seasonal vegetables, organic produce, herbs, fruits and flowers. Locally
produced foods will also be available including breads and pastries, pickled products. Sponsored by Downtown Toms
River. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com
- TOMS RIVER
Cruising at the Mall, Vintage Automobile Museum of NJ Car Display, Ocean County Mall, Hooper & Bay Ave., west lot.
6 pm - 9 pm. Domestic & foreign Vehicles that are at least 25 years old are welcome. D J Bob and the Oldies but Goodies.
Celebrity Rolls Royce. Sponsored by the Ocean County Mall, The Vintage Automobile Museum of NJ and The Vintage Automobile
Club of Ocean County. Information: 732-797-1456 or www.vintageautomuseum.org
- TOMS RIVER
July 23
Indoor Labyrinth Walk, St. Thomas Aquinas Church Hall, 2nd St. & Atlantic Ave. 10 am - 7 pm. Spiritual act of pilgrimage.
A walking meditation, clean socks or shore covers are required. Information: 609-597-8504 - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Aladdin, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Aladdin comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Magic of Christmas, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Toymaker Papa
Gepetto has come to work for Santa. He is joined by a living Ragdoll and a cast of elaborately costumed Christmas
characters to create this fun filled family show. Magic in Toyland is the perfect holiday treat, filled with magic,
comedy and the spirit of the holiday season! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
The Infernos, Windward Beach Park. Food court & DJ begin at 5 p.m. Concert at 7 pm. With Gerard Esposito. Fireworks at
approx. 9 pm. Shuttle Buses run from Drum Point School, Brick High School, & Midstreams Elementary School. Information: 732-262-1006 or
www.bricktownship.net/summerfest - BRICK
Concert: The Bob Dylan Show, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Concert features Bob Dylan, Willie
Nelson and John Mellencamp. Tickets go on sale May 2 at 12:00 pm. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Puppet Theatre, "The Little Mermaid," Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
St. Theresa's Annual Carnival Under the Stars, Church Grounds, 450 Radio Road. 6 - 10:30 p.m. Information:
609-296-1845 or 609-296-2504 - LITTLE EGG HARBOR
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am.
Learn how baby clams are raised in land-based nurseries are moved into water-based upwellers, and then seeded into clam beds.
Learn how to protect the bay's ecosystem. Donation. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Sponsored by the Alliance for a Living Ocean.
Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org
- LOVELADIES
Celebrate Spongebob's 10th Anniversary, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 8 pm. Classroom activities
centered around the TV cartoon. Not included in aquarium admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com
- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Movie on the beach: Kung Fu Panda, Hiering Ave. beach. At dusk. Free movie on the beach, bring blanket,
chair, snacks, etc. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Concert-by-the-Bay: Almost Ghosts, 10th St. Waterfront Park. 7:30 p.m. Classic Rock. Bring a Chair. Free. Parking
and bathrooms are available. Classic Rock. In case of rain, show will move to firehouse on 21st and Central. - SHIP BOTTOM
Concert: The Briartones, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
July 24
Viking Village Dock Tours, Viking Village, 19th & Baview. 10 am. Runs from July 3 - August 28. Information:
609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillage.net - BARNEGAT LIGHT
New Jersey's Official Tall Ship A.J. Meerwald visits Dock Street Pier, Centre Street & the bay. 7 am A.J. Meerwald sails along the beaches
from Barnegat Light to Beach Haven Inlet, 10:30 a.m., the Meerwald arrives at the Dock Street Pier, public sail
aboard the Meerwald runs from 12:30-2:30 p.m.(charge). Welcome fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. charge features a deck
tour of the schooler and a guided tour of the Museum of NJ Maritime History, with appetizers and beverages.
ReClam the Bay hosts New Jersey's Official Tall ship the AJ Meerwald. All times are wind and tide dependant.
Information 732-349-1152 or reservations 856-785-2060.- BEACH HAVEN
"POP Day", Pay One Price Day, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Pay one price for all rides from
2:00 pm until 7:00 pm, regular prices in effect after 7:00 pm until closing. Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Aladdin, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Aladdin comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Magic of Christmas, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Toymaker Papa
Gepetto has come to work for Santa. He is joined by a living Ragdoll and a cast of elaborately costumed Christmas
characters to create this fun filled family show. Magic in Toyland is the perfect holiday treat, filled with magic,
comedy and the spirit of the holiday season! Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Beginners Surf Fishing Clinics, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 8 am - 2 pm. Minimum age 10, minors
accompanied by adult. Sponsored by Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament & Island Beach State Park, learn the basics.
Included with park entry fee. Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Funtasia Festival for Kids, Ocean County Park, Rt. 88. 10 am - 2 pm.
Games, Rides, Entertainers, shows. Sponsored by Ocean County Parks & Recreation. Information: 877-OC-PARKS or
www.oceancountyparks.orgm - LAKEWOOD
Skim Boarding Contest, Oceanfront, Reese Ave. Registration at 8 am, Contest at 8:45 am. $ Information:
732-793-7477 or www.lavallette.org - LAVALLETTE
Ice Cream Musical: ice cream edition, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
5 pm. Featuring songs from High School Musical & Hairspray. Beginning May 22nd . Information: 732-854-2779 or
www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
St. Theresa's Annual Carnival Under the Stars, Church Grounds, 450 Radio Road. 6 - 10:30 p.m. Information:
609-296-1845 or 609-296-2504 - LITTLE EGG HARBOR
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
Performance by Our Gang Players, Long Beach Twp Municipal Bldg., 68th St. 7 pm - 9 pm. Bring blanket or chair.
Information: 609-361-6635 or www.longbeachtownship.com
- LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP
Celebrate Spongebob's 10th Anniversary, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 8 pm. Classroom activities
centered around the TV cartoon. Not included in aquarium admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com
- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Alliance for a Living Ocean’s Puppet Theater Special Showings,Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave. 10am .
Join Aloysius the Dolphin in an interactive seashore themed puppet show designed for ages 6 and younger but fun for all
ages. Donation. $ Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- SURF CITY
Concert: Toms River Municipal Band, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
Broadway Musical Show: "On the Town," Intermediate School East Auditorium, 1519 Hooper Ave. 8 pm. First show of
Exit 82 community theatre. $ Information: www.exit82theatre.com
- TOMS RIVER
All About Bears, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 7 pm. Talk and family movie. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.
Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html
- TUCKERTON
July 25
Flea Market at the Dock, Barnegat Twp Municipal Dock, East Bay Ave. Sun-up to 3 pm. Information: 609-698-0080 or
www.barnegat.net - BARNEGAT
Summer Dock Concerts: Sound of the Streets, Barnegat Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Doo Wop. - BARNEGAT
Sand Sculpting Contest, Ocean Beach, 25th St. 2 pm. Amateurs only. Ribbons & awarded. Rain date: 7/24.
Information: 609-494-9196 or www.barnlight.com
- BARNEGAT LIGHT
Barnegat Light 1-Mile Ocean Swim, 30th St. Registration at 4:30 pm - 6 pm. Race at 6:30 pm. Registration fee includes
t-shirt, food, and drink following race. Barnegat Light Beach Patrol Fundraiser. Information: 609-290-5918 or
www.barnlight.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT
New Jersey's Official Tall Ship A.J. Meerwald visits Bayside Docks, Centre Street & the bay. 9 am - about 3:30 p.m.
Board the A.J. Meerwald for deck tour 9-9:45 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. charge, first public sail aboard the Meerwald will be
from 10 a.m. to noon and 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. charge. Information 732-349-1152 or reservations 856-785-2060 - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Aladdin, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Aladdin comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Intern Cabaret, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. Immediately following Hairspray. Not suitable for young
audiences. Interns and apprentices showcase their talents. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or
www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Classic Tall Ship Weekend, Black Whale Docks Centre Street & the bay. ReClam the Bay hosts New Jersey's Official Tall
ship the AJ Meerwald. Ship will be available for tours and sailings from Long Beach Island. Information and
reservations: 856-786-2050 - BEACH HAVEN
Birding by Kayak, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 8 am - 11 am. Minimum age of 14, minors accompanied by
adult. Paddle the Sedge Islands. $ Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Mid-Summer Masala Asian Festival, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. All day. Information: 732-928-1821 or
www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON
Comedian Paul Venier The One Man Comedy Tornado, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. Shows can range
anywhere from 1 hour to 3 hours in length and they all consist of super high energy, guitar parodies, piano expertise,
serious music, props and rapid interplay with his audience, which are very often stunned by his clever quickness.
$ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Special Princess/Pirate/SuperHero Dress-up Saturday, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave.
(Route 35 north). 4 pm. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com -
LAVALLETTE
St. Theresa's Annual Carnival Under the Stars, Church Grounds, 450 Radio Road. 6 - 10:30 p.m. Information:
609-296-1845 or 609-296-2504 - LITTLE EGG HARBOR
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
The 20th Annual Juried Arts & Crafts Festival, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach
Blvd. 10 am - 6 pm. 150 fine artists and crafts persons ranging from jewelry, wood, basketry, ceramics, photography,
handmade clothing and fine paintings. Food available. $ donation. Information: 609-494-1241 or
www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES
15th Elks Fluke Tournament, Point Pleasant Elks BPOE #1698, 820 Arnold Ave. Noon - 11:30 pm. Cash prizes awarded.
Information: 732-899-5721 or www.pointpleasantelks.org
- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
10th Annual "Memories by the Bay" Classic Car Show, 10th St. Waterfront Park. 8 am - 3 pm.
Entertainment by DJ Mario and the Hi-Fives. Food and Beverages Provided by Ship Bottom Volunteer Fire Company.
SHIP BOTTOM
Demonstration: Tile, m.t. burton gallery & 19th Street Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. 9 am - 4 pm.
With Linda Shusterman. Information: 609-494-0006 or
www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY
Broadway Musical Show: "On the Town," Intermediate School East Auditorium, 1519 Hooper Ave. 2 pm & 8 pm. First show of
Exit 82 community theatre. $ Information: www.exit82theatre.com
- TOMS RIVER
Blue Grass on the River, Concerts in the Park, Huddy Park, Water & Main Sts. 5 - 9 pm. WJRZ entertainment, food, games,
& contests, 5 - 7 pm ; and Concert featuring Up & Running, Past Times, and The Last Whipporwill Band. 7 - 9 pm. Bring a chair
or blanket. Presented by The Music Academy. Rain date July 26. Free. Information: 732-341-8738, 732-946-2711 or
www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Pat Mash Big Band Express, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
Down Bay Wine Tasting Gala, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 6 pm - 9 pm. Enjoy an evening of fine wines,
wonderful music, delicious hors d’oeuvres, fine food, delightful desserts and a silent auction.
Annual premier fundraiser for the Tuckerton Seaport. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Dominique & Julian, Emil Stucchio & The Classics, Harry Wright Lake, Lake Ave and County Hwy 530. 5 pm.
Information: 732-657-8121, http://manchestertownshipnj.org/recreation/recreation.htm - WHITING/MANCHESTER
July 26
New Jersey's Official Tall Ship A.J. Meerwald visits Dock Street Pier, Centre Street & the bay.
Board the A.J. Meerwald for deck tour 9-10:30 a.m. charge, Sail aboard the Meerwald from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or
1:30-3:30 p.m. charge. Fundraiser Wine and cheese with the captain of the A.J. Meerwald and the curator of the Museum
of Maritime History at 6 p.m. includes deck tours and special guided tours of the Museum, with appetizers and beverages.
Information 732-349-1152 or reservations 856-785-2060 - BEACH HAVEN
Hairspray, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm.
A splashy musical piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance. It's 1962 and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy
Turnblad has only one dream--to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed
from social outcast to sudden star.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Aladdin, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Aladdin comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Soap Opera Festival, Hurricane Harbor, 537 Jackson Mills Rd. 1 pm - 3 pm. Meet & greet your favorite Young and the
Restless stars Billy Miller (Billy) and Daniel Goddard (Cane). Photo and autograph opportunities available. Information:
732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/hurricaneHarborNJ -
JACKSON
Concert: Asia & Yes, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. Doors open at 6 pm. Rock bands.
Concert is included with theme park admission or your 2009 Season Pass. Information: 732-928-1821 or
www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
Satisfaction-A Rolling Stones Experience, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or
www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Arts & Crafts Show, Philadelphia & Bay Ave. 10 am - 7 pm. Rain date-Aug. 2. Sponsored by the Lavallette
Heritage Committee, Inc. Information: 732-793-7477 or
www.lavallette.org - LAVALLETTE
First Ever Garbagefish Tournament, Long Beach Island. 10% of entry fees benefit Re-Clam the Bay, 90% to prizes,
dogfish, skate, sea robins and other bottom feeding fish. These fish prey upon the young of nearly all species in our
waters. The tournament is to show these "garbage species" are tasty, viable food fish. $ Information:
www.garbagefish.com - LONG BEACH ISLAND
The 20th Annual Juried Arts & Crafts Festival, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach
Blvd. 9 am - 4 pm. 150 fine artists and crafts persons ranging from jewelry, wood, basketry, ceramics, photography,
handmade clothing and fine paintings. Food available. $ donation. Information: 609-494-1241 or
www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES
Concert: Johnny Feds & Da Bluez Boyz, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 1 pm - 5 pm. First ever Outdoor Lawn
Concert. Bring chairs, blankets. Admission and music are free, luncheon and snacks available for purchase. No coolers,
food, drinks or pets. Information: 609-758-8000, 1-800-LAURITA or or
www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT
Movie on the beach: Milk, Hiering Ave. beach. At dusk. 13 & Over Free movie on the beach, bring blanket,
chair, snacks, etc. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Broadway Musical Show: "On the Town," Intermediate School East Auditorium, 1519 Hooper Ave. 2 pm. First show of
Exit 82 community theatre. $ Information: www.exit82theatre.com
- TOMS RIVER
Concert: The Kootz, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
Boat Race, Green St Public Park on the Bay. Races start at 12 noon until approximately 4:30 pm. All in state boats
must be at race site & sign in by 10 am, out of state boats by 10:30 am. Boats arriving late will start on outside for
both heats. Mandatory meeting for drivers & co-pilot's at 11 am. Our boats will be displayed after our races-In and Out
of the Water. Sponsored by the East Coast Boat Racing Club of New Jersey
Information: www.ecbrcnj.com - TUCKERTON
July 27
Alliance for a Living Ocean Presents: ALO’s Puppet Theater, Long Beach Island Historical Association Museum, Engleside and
Beach Ave. 10 am. Join Aloysius the Dolphin in an interactive seashore themed puppet show designed for ages 6 and younger
but fun for all ages. Donation. Runs Monday from July 6-August 17. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Monday Night Talk: Summers on LBI in the 40’s and 50’s, LBI Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 7:30 pm.
Phil and Marilyn Flagler and others, memories of growing up on LBI. Donation requested. Information: 609-492-0700 or
www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN
Magic of the Night, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. When the sun goes
down, Illusionist John Bundy and Morgan will light up Fantasy Island's stage with Magic of the Night. Presenting fast
paced, high energy magic, set to a contemporary beat. This annual magic spectacular features stunning illusions and
electrifying effects. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
Junior Naturalist Program, Interpretive Center, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 9 am - Noon. Included with park
entry fee. Ages 10 to 14. Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Princess/Pirate Tea Party for Children, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
4 pm. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Children’s Show: Tom Crowl Comedy Ventriloquist, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
July 28
Magic of the Night, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. When the sun goes
down, Illusionist John Bundy and Morgan will light up Fantasy Island's stage with Magic of the Night. Presenting fast
paced, high energy magic, set to a contemporary beat. This annual magic spectacular features stunning illusions and
electrifying effects. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
Little Shop of Horrors, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A down-and-out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic
plant with a mysterious craving for "rare" food. Information: 609-492-9477 or
www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: The Duprees, Veterans Park. 6:00 pm. - BERKELEY
Birding by Kayak, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 8 am - 11 am. Minimum age of 14, minors accompanied by
adult. Paddle the Sedge Islands. $ Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Children's Story Time, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Movies on the Bay, Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. At sunset approximately 8:30 pm. The Chronicles of Narnia (PG)
Runs from July 7 - August 25. Closed Captioning And Accessible Restrooms Provided. In case of rain it will be held at
Lavallette Elementary School, 105 Brooklyn Ave. Free. Information: 732-793-7477 or
www.lavallette.org/alliance/ - LAVALLETTE
Family Fun Time Performance Series: Super Scientific Show, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley
Ave. 10 am. A humorous and exciting interactive performance that encourages children's curiosity and critical
thinking about scientific principles. Demonstrations include circus tanks and magic. $ Information: 609-489-8600
or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Alliance for a Living Ocean’s Sea Critter Round-Up, Beach Arlington Bay Beach. 10 am. Join ALO volunteers and interns
as we seine the bay and discuss all the interesting creatures that we find. Parents and children are welcome to join in
for this hands-on program. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- SHIP BOTTOM
Build a Rain Barrel Workshop, Jacques Cousteau Coastal Education Center, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 6:30 pm - 8 pm.
Build a 50-gallon rain barrel and learn how to install it at home. Bring your own 30-50 gallon plastic garbage barrel.
Must register. $ Information and registration: 732-505-3671 or www.jcnerr.org
- TUCKERTON
July 29
Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Jack and the Beanstalk comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Magic of the Night, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. When the sun goes
down, Illusionist John Bundy and Morgan will light up Fantasy Island's stage with Magic of the Night. Presenting fast
paced, high energy magic, set to a contemporary beat. This annual magic spectacular features stunning illusions and
electrifying effects. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Jersey Gold, Veterans Bicentennial Park, Beach and Engleside Aves. 7:30 pm. 50’s Pop Music. Bring blanket or
chair. Information: 609-492-1111 or www.beachhaven-nj.gov
- BEACH HAVEN
Little Shop of Horrors, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A down-and-out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic
plant with a mysterious craving for "rare" food. Information: 609-492-9477 or
www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: No Discipline, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 7:00 pm. Reggae Music. Bring a chair. Donations appreciated.
Free kayak demonstration by Island Surf & Sail.- HARVEY CEDARS
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
Lavallette’s Business Associations’ Sidewalk Sales, downtown. All Day.
Information: 732-793-7477 or www.lavallette.org - LAVALLETTE
Children's Story Time, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Hands-on-the-Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am. Take a relaxing
nature walk among the salt marshes. Talk about the local plants, birds and other creatures. Seine the bay to look at and
discuss all the little sea critters we find. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Donation. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - LOVELADIES
Toms River Farmers Market, Huddy Park, on Water Street. 11 am - 5 pm. Rain or shine. Starts June 10th. Farmers from around the
state will be selling fresh from the field seasonal vegetables, organic produce, herbs, fruits and flowers. Locally
produced foods will also be available including breads and pastries, pickled products. Sponsored by Downtown Toms
River. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com
- TOMS RIVER
Merchant Street Jazz Band, Ocean County College Off-campus Jazz series at Mancini Hall, Ocean County Library, 101
Washington Street. 8 pm. Classic jazz. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or
www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
July 30
Little Shop of Horrors, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 8 pm.
A down-and-out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic
plant with a mysterious craving for "rare" food. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Jack and the Beanstalk comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Magic of the Night, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. When the sun goes
down, Illusionist John Bundy and Morgan will light up Fantasy Island's stage with Magic of the Night. Presenting fast
paced, high energy magic, set to a contemporary beat. This annual magic spectacular features stunning illusions and
electrifying effects. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
A Taste of Island Beach - Edible Plant Walk, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 9:30 am - 10:30 am.
Included with park entry fee. Sponsored by Emily de Camp Herbarium and Island Beach State Park.
Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Puppet Theatre, "The Little Mermaid," Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4 pm.
Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am.
Learn how baby clams are raised in land-based nurseries are moved into water-based upwellers, and then seeded into clam beds.
Learn how to protect the bay's ecosystem. Donation. Presentation by ReClam the Bay. Sponsored by the Alliance for a Living Ocean.
Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org
- LOVELADIES
Elks Handicapped Childrens Picnic & Fire Truck Parade, Point Pleasant Elks BPOE #1698, 820 Arnold Ave. Noon.
Face painting, clowns, food, and drinks. Donations accepted. Information: 732-899-5721 or
www.pointpleasantelks.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Movie on the beach: Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, Hiering Ave. beach. At dusk. Free movie on the beach, bring blanket,
chair, snacks, etc. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Concert-by-the-Bay: Sir Rod, 10th St. Waterfront Park. 7:30 p.m. Tribute to Rod Stewart. Bring a Chair. Free. Parking
and bathrooms are available. In case of rain, show will move to firehouse on 21st and Central. - SHIP BOTTOM
A Wildlife Photography Journey Talk & Photos, Jacques Cousteau Coastal Education Center, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 7 pm -
8 pm. Bob Birdsall author of "Season's of the Pines" and "People of the Pines" shares the beauty and wonder of
wildlife through his photos and his personal anecdotes. Information and registration: 609-812-0649 ext. 206 or
www.jcnerr.org - TUCKERTON
July 31
Viking Village Dock Tours, Viking Village, 19th & Baview. 10 am. Runs from July 3 - August 28. Information:
609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillage.net - BARNEGAT LIGHT
10th St and the Bay. 11 am. Visit baby clams being grown by ReClam the Bay volunteers and learn about their importance
to the health of Barnegat Bay. Information: 732-349-1153 or
www.ReClamtheBay.org -BARNEGAT LIGHT
Walking Tours through Historical Beach Haven, LBI Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 10 am. $
Runs from June 30 - September 4. Information: 609-492-0700 or
www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN
"POP Day", Pay One Price Day, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Pay one price for all rides from
2:00 pm until 7:00 pm, regular prices in effect after 7:00 pm until closing. Information: 609-492-4000 or
www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.
$ The classic Jack and the Beanstalk comes to life through story and song. Fun for the whole family.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Magic of the Night, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. When the sun goes
down, Illusionist John Bundy and Morgan will light up Fantasy Island's stage with Magic of the Night. Presenting fast
paced, high energy magic, set to a contemporary beat. This annual magic spectacular features stunning illusions and
electrifying effects. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com
- BEACH HAVEN
Little Shop of Horrors, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm.
A down-and-out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic
plant with a mysterious craving for "rare" food. Information: 609-492-9477 or
www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Beginners Surf Fishing Clinics, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 8 am - 2 pm. Minimum age 10, minors
accompanied by adult. Sponsored by Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament & Island Beach State Park, learn the basics.
Included with park entry fee. Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Birding by Kayak, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35 South. 8 am - 11 am. Minimum age of 14, minors accompanied by
adult. Paddle the Sedge Islands. $ Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeachstatepark.com
- ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK/SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Hickory Crawdads (Pittsburgh Pirates).
New school supplies will be collected for underprivilged children in the area.
Salvation Army night/Italian Heritage Night/Post-Game Fireworks/Kids Eat Free.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Ice Cream Musical: ice cream edition, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north).
5 pm. Featuring songs from High School Musical & Hairspray. Beginning May 22nd . Information: 732-854-2779 or
www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Eco-Tours of our Barrier Island:South End Tour , Long Beach Island Historical Society, Engleside and Beach Ave. 9 am.
Environmentally themed bus tours. Stop at various ecological and environmentally significant areas on LBI.
Tickets required. Information: 609-494-7800 or www.livingocean.org
- LONG BEACH ISLAND
Hot Halloween Fest, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 2 pm - 5 pm. Live spooky shows, story telling and
get into the Fun House. Face painting, arts and crafts. Free if you wear a costume. Information: 732-892-0600 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Concert: Toms River Youth Band, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 7:30 pm. - TOMS RIVER
