bws #100 05/08

TOURIST ATTRACTION INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT COUNTY CONNECTION

TOMS RIVER -- Ocean County will celebrate National Tourism Week with rotating exhibits at the County Connection in the Ocean County Mall, according to Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari.

"This year's national theme is Discover America's Traditions, and I can't think of anything more traditional than exploring all the things to see and do in Ocean County," Director Vicari said.

Among the various attractions and organizations sponsoring exhibits at the County Connection are:

Sat.. May 10 - (10 am - 9 pm) Insectropolis

Sun.. May 11 - (11 am - 5 pm) Ocean County Tourism

Mon. . May 12 - (10 am - 4 pm) Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce
4 pm - 9:30 pm Six Flags Great Adventure Theme Park/Hurricane Harbor Water Park/Wild Animal Drive-Thru Safari

Tues.. May 13 - (10 am - 4 pm) Election Board staff will participate due to this date being the deadline for Primary election registration.
4 pm - 9:30 pm Seaside Heights BID

Wed.. May 14- (10 am - 4 pm) Toms River-OC Chamber of Commerce
4 pm - 9:30 pm Ocean County Library

Thurs. May 15- (10 am - 4 pm) Surflight Theater
4 pm - 9:30 pm Tuckerton Seaport

Fri. May 16- (10 am - 4 pm) Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce
4 pm - 9:30 pm Popcorn Park Zoo

Sat. May 17- (10 am - 4 pm) Jenkinson's Aquarium
4 pm - 9:30 pm Navy Lakehurst Historical Society and Information Center

Sun. May 18 -(11 am - 5 pm) Vintage Automobile Museum of NJ

Director Vicari said, "I encourage our residents to enjoy those things that bring visitors to our area. The many special attractions and activities contribute to the ambiance of living in Ocean County. Many festivals and special events are free."

The county maintains a year long calendar of events at www.OceanCountyTourism.com which can be useful in planning activities for visiting friends as well as for the family.


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