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.
American Alligators feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659
or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 3 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659
or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Every Monday
Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659
or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Every Tuesday
American Alligators feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659
or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 3 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659
or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Every Wednesday
Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659
or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Every Thursday
Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 3 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659
or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Every Friday
American Alligators feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659
or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Every Saturday
Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659
or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. Live county, bluegrass, and folk music. Information: 609-971-1593 or
www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN
March 14 - April 27
Exhibit: "Movie Stars Past & Present," Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. Ribbon-winning portraits by Marvin
Pakul. Free when the theater is open for shows. Information: 732-367-7789 or
www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
March 28 - December 31
Exhibit: Jay Parker’s Decoy Shop, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Join us all year for
changing exhibits in Jay Parker’s Decoy Shop! Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
March 29 - April 20
Exhibit: “Come See, Come Sea,”Tuckerton Seaport Art Show & Sale, Lighthouse Gallery, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St.,
Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Featuring original oil, watercolor, acrylic and pastel pieces and three-dimensional work. All art will
be available for sale throughout the exhibit dates. Opening reception and awards presentation March 28, 7 pm. Information:
609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
March 29 - April 26
Exhibit: Seaport ArtFest, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. A celebration of creative
expression to include art, theater, music and photography along with classes and demonstrations of South Jersey folk arts.
Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
April 5 - 27
Laurelton Art Society’s Spring Exhibit, Cultural Arts Center, 515 Herbertsville Rd. 11 am - 3 pm.
Special guest artists and enrichment programs. Information: 732-262-1006 - BRICK
April 19 - September 1
Exhibit: Memories of Ocean County, Unshredded Nostalgia, 323 S. Main St., Route 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Featuring artifacts
such as maps, deeds, photographs and other memorabilia. Grand opening of exhibit April 19, 5 pm - 7 pm. Southern Ocean
County Octogenarian Tom Oakley will open Memories of Ocean County Exhibit at 5 pm, telling stories and answering questions
about the old days. Free. Information: 800-872-9990 or
www.unshreddednostalgia.com - BARNEGAT
April 1
Saluting 100th Boy Scout Anniversary & 95th Girl Scout Anniversary, Lakewood Heritage Museum, 655 Princeton Ave. 2 pm -
5 pm. Local scouting memorabilia and artifacts & interactive exhibits. Sundays by Appointment. Information:
732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD
April 3
Saluting 100th Boy Scout Anniversary & 95th Girl Scout Anniversary, Lakewood Heritage Museum, 655 Princeton Ave. 2 pm -
5 pm. Local scouting memorabilia and artifacts & interactive exhibits. Sundays by Appointment. Information:
732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: OPENING DAY - LAKEWOOD BLUECLAWS, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Lake County Captains (Cleveland Indians) at 6:35. Phillies broadcaster Tom McCarthy will fill in as the "Voice of the
BlueClaws" for Opening Day 2008. Magnetic Schedule Giveaway.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
April 4
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Lake County Captains (Cleveland Indians) at 7:05. Post-Game Fireworks. Appearance: former Phillie Mitch Williams.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Strand Theater Ensamble Presents: Peter Pan, Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. One of the world's most
celebrated musicals, Peter Pan tells the story of a mischievous boy who flies and magically refuses to grow up. Sign
interpreted. Strand Cafe' open for optional buffet dinner/lunch open two hours before show, reservations 48 hours
prior at 732-367-7789. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org -
LAKEWOOD
Program: The Scientist & The Activist, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 1:30 pm.
Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES
April 5
OPEN WEEKENDS: Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. Also, open April 19 - 27th daily than weekends until May 8th.
Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure -
JACKSON
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Lake County Captains (Cleveland Indians) at 1:05. Buster's Birthday Party. Buster Pillowcase Giveaway.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Strand Theater Ensamble Presents: Peter Pan, Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 & 8 pm. One of the world's most
celebrated musicals, Peter Pan tells the story of a mischievous boy who flies and magically refuses to grow up. Sign
interpreted. Strand Cafe' open for optional buffet dinner/lunch open two hours before show, reservations 48 hours
prior at 732-367-7789. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org -
LAKEWOOD
21st Annual Garden State Philharmonic Antiques & Collectible Show, Poland Springs Arena, Ritacco Center, 1245 Old
Freehold Road. 9 am - 4 pm. Information: 732-451-0064 - TOMS RIVER
April 6
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Lake County Captains (Cleveland Indians) at 1:05. Guaranteed 60 Degree Day. Kids Character Day. Rumson Day.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Jazz Band Spring Concert, Ruggiero Room, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 2 pm. Free.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Strand Theater Ensamble Presents: Peter Pan, Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. One of the world's most
celebrated musicals, Peter Pan tells the story of a mischievous boy who flies and magically refuses to grow up. Sign
interpreted. Strand Cafe' open for optional buffet dinner/lunch open two hours before show, reservations 48 hours
prior at 732-367-7789. Sign interpreted. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org -
LAKEWOOD
4x4 Trucks plus Mud Skippers & Quads, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 12:30 pm. Information: 609-758-1900
or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
April 7
Values in Action: Bolivia Not Oblivia, Little Theatre, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 9:30 am.
Presented by Professor Kasturi "Rumu" DasGupta, Ph.D. Free. Reservations required. Informaton and reservations:
732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Concert Band Spring Concert, Casino, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Demonstration: Acrylic, Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue. Free.
Demonstration by Artist Jennifer Von Stein. Gallery hours are Sunday 1pm-3pm, Monday, Tuesday 7pm-9pm, Wednesday 10am-3pm
Information: 609-597-3557 or www.pineshoresartassociation.org
- MANAHAWKIN
Lunch 'n' Learn Series: Seagrass Community Update, Skeeter's Restaurant, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9.
12:30 pm. Brown bag a lunch, beverages provided. One of the Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve Lunch 'n'
Learn Series. Information and preregister: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
April 8
Values in Action: Headline Speaker: Lani Silver, Casino Auditorium, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave.
6:30 pm. Founder of the Holocaust Oral History Project discusses "The Holocaust & Social Injustice Today: Genocide &
Racism in the 20th Century. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Saluting 100th Boy Scout Anniversary & 95th Girl Scout Anniversary, Lakewood Heritage Museum, 655 Princeton Ave. 2 pm -
5 pm. Local scouting memorabilia and artifacts & interactive exhibits. Sundays by Appointment. Information:
732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals) at at 6:35. 2008 Schedule Cup Giveaway.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
April 9
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals) at at 6:35. Phillies Souvenir Cups Giveaway.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
April 10
Saluting 100th Boy Scout Anniversary & 95th Girl Scout Anniversary, Lakewood Heritage Museum, 655 Princeton Ave. 2 pm -
5 pm. Local scouting memorabilia and artifacts & interactive exhibits. Sundays by Appointment. Information:
732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals) at 6:35. Batting Helmet Giveaway.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Una Bella Notte, Caffe Italia, Rt. 37 E. 6 pm. A night of fine food, selected wine at each course. Serenades by friends
of the Maestro. Sponsored by the Garden State Philharmonic. Information and reservations: 732-451-0064 - TOMS RIVER
Speaker: Seaport’s new exhibits, programs, classes, and events, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 4:30 pm.
Executive Director, Tim Hart will speak about Seaport’s new exhibits, programs, classes, and events coming in 2008 for
Marshall’s Meadow, learn how children and grandchildren can find excitement on a weekly basis. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
April 11
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Strand Theater Ensamble Presents: Peter Pan, Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Ave. 10 am. One of the world's most celebrated
musicals, Peter Pan tells the story of a mischievous boy who flies and magically refuses to grow up. Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Saluting 100th Boy Scout Anniversary & 95th Girl Scout Anniversary, Lakewood Heritage Museum, 655 Princeton Ave. 2 pm -
5 pm. Local scouting memorabilia and artifacts & interactive exhibits. Sundays by Appointment. Information:
732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD
Presentation: “spoken-word” poetry, also known as “slam poetry,.” Solar Lounge, College Center, Ocean County College,
College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 11:00 a.m In celebration of April's National Poetry Month, award-winning performance poet
Rachel Kann will present her “spoken-word” poetry, also known as “slam poetry.” Admission is free and open to the public.
Information: 732.255.0400, ext. 2198 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
April 12
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 8 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
OPENING: Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Road. 10 am. Opening of the museum and the dedication of its restored
barn. Sponsored by the Brick Township Historical Society. Parking is available from the driveway marked "Havens Farm" which
is 150 feet east of the museum. Information: 732-785-2500 or
www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK
Strand Theater Ensamble Presents: Peter Pan, Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 & 8 pm. One of the world's most
celebrated musicals, Peter Pan tells the story of a mischievous boy who flies and magically refuses to grow up. Sign
interpreted. Strand Cafe' open for optional buffet dinner/lunch open two hours before show, reservations 48 hours
prior at 732-367-7789. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org -
LAKEWOOD
Program: Introducing the LBIF “Save Our Bay” Initiative, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long
Beach Blvd. 1:30 pm. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org
- LOVELADIES
Earth Share Celebrates New Jersey, Dancer Farm, 19 Archertown Rd. 5 pm - 8 pm. Wine tasting, light fare, art/nature
exhibit, tea tasting, and gelato & sorbet. Charge. Information: 609-989-1160 or
www.earthsharenj.org - NEW EGYPT
Open Practice-All Divisions, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Noon, gates open at 8 am. Information: 609-758-1900
or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Healthy Kids Day, Ocean County YMCA, 1088 Whitty Rd. 2 pm - 4 pm. Free family event including swimming, Scuba Trail,
Information, exhixits, games, nutrition scavenger hunt, healthy snacks, touis, and more. Information: 732-341-9622 or
www.ocymca.org - TOMS RIVER
Victorian Tea, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - Noon. Program for children 6-10 yrs old accompanied
by adult. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org -
TUCKERTON
April 13
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Flea Market, FirstEnergy Park parking lot, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. A wide variety
of booths, vendors and products will be onsite for people to browse. Second Sunday of every month. Rain date: April 27. Free,
open to the public. Information: 732-901-7000 ext.112 or www.blueclaws.com
- LAKEWOOD
POAC Walk-A-Thon, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Registration begins at 11:00 am and the walk
begins promptly at 12:00 pm. If you or someone you know has been touched by autism and you’ve wondered what you could do to
help, here’s your chance! This event is family friendly with entertainment, free refreshments, and activities for the
children. Information and registration: 732-888-1000 or www.poacwalk.org -
LAKEWOOD
In Concert: America's Tenor, Dominic Mantuano, Casino Auditorium, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 1 pm.
A musical odyssey through classical opera to Broadway standards. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
A Murder Mystery Dinnner: "Fatal Reunion," Charlie Brown's Restaurant, Route 70. 5 pm. Murder Mystery Fundraiser,
proceeds benefit Jersey Shore Animal Center. Charge includes the show, dinner, salad bar, dessert, coffee and tea.
Information: 732-477-3299 or 732-920-1600 ext. 208 - LAKEWOOD
Faculty Recital, Dorothy Marron University Community Chapel, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7 pm.
Free. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Junior Biologist Program, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9 a.m. - Noon. Ever wonder what it’s like to work
at Jenkinson’s Aquarium? Go behind the scenes, help us feed some animals along the way, and learn what it takes to work here.
Call to pre-register. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com -
POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Strand Theater Ensamble Presents: Peter Pan, Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. One of the world's most
celebrated musicals, Peter Pan tells the story of a mischievous boy who flies and magically refuses to grow up. Sign
interpreted. Strand Cafe' open for optional buffet dinner/lunch open two hours before show, reservations 48 hours
prior at 732-367-7789. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org -
LAKEWOOD
Klascar Legends-600 Modifieds-600cc Micro Sprints-Open Vintage Cars, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 1 pm.
Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Spaghetti Dinner Concert Band and the Jazz/Rock Ensemble, cafeteria, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue.
Seating: 1:30, 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. Music Department’s annual concert under the direction of Mr. Harold Frazee and the
Classical Choir, Jazz Choir and Show Choir, directed by Ms. Cindy Wald-Hardyal. Charge includes show, a spaghetti dinner
complete with beverages and dessert. All proceeds help defray the students’ cost for their annual competition trip.
Information: 732-349-8801, x 2435 and tickets 732-255-0018 - TOMS RIVER
Western Music Yesterday & Today, Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Doors open
at noon. Ya' All come down to Albert Music Hall and let Al Krtil, and noted Western Music historian O. J. Sikes
entertainingly relate the fascinating evolution of "Western Music" in America. The historic presentation will be
followed with live music. Free. Information: 609-971-1593
www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN
April 15
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Saluting 100th Boy Scout Anniversary & 95th Girl Scout Anniversary, Lakewood Heritage Museum, 655 Princeton Ave. 2 pm -
5 pm. Local scouting memorabilia and artifacts & interactive exhibits. Sundays by Appointment. Information:
732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD
Values in Action: The Carnaval & Other Fiestas, Little Theatre, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7 pm.
Second in a series presented by Professor Kasturi "Rumu" DasGupta, Ph.D. Free. Reservations required.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
April 16
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Lake County Captains (Cleveland Indians) at 6:35. Hershey's Post-Game Giveaway.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
April 17
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Lake County Captains (Cleveland Indians) at 11:05. Oversized Baseball Card Giveaway.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Saluting 100th Boy Scout Anniversary & 95th Girl Scout Anniversary, Lakewood Heritage Museum, 655 Princeton Ave. 2 pm -
5 pm. Local scouting memorabilia and artifacts & interactive exhibits. Sundays by Appointment. Information:
732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD
April 18
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Student Recital, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 4:30 pm. Free. Reservations required.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Adventures for the Mind and Palate: Rodin: Master of Form, Light and Shadow, North Dining Room, Georgian Court
University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 6:30 pm. A multimedia presentation by Lisa Festa, Ph.D., includes multicourse dinner
highlighting the French regional cuisine & music. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles) at 7:05. Post-Game Fireworks.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
April 19
Grand Opening of Exhibit: Memories of Ocean County, Unshredded Nostalgia, 323 S. Main St., Route 9. 5 pm - 7 pm.
Southern Ocean County Octogenarian Tom Oakley will open Memories of Ocean County Exhibit at 5 pm, telling stories and
answering questions about the old days. Featuring artifacts such as maps, deeds, photographs and other memorabilia. Free.
Information: 800-872-9990 or www.unshreddednostalgia.com -
BARNEGAT
Earth Day Spring Clean Up, meet at the Ship Bottom Launching Dock near Rt. 72. 10 am - Noon. Come volunteer and help
cleanup the winter debris on Bonnet Island, part of the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge. This island is a
favorite stopover spot for migrating birds. Information: 609-492-0222 or
www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
An Evening of Classic Comedy, Cultural Arts Center, 515 Herbertsville Rd. 7 pm.
Presented by Guild Theatreworks. Free Information: 732-262-1006 - BRICK
Strand Ventures, Inc. presents: American Family Theater’s Sleeping Beauty, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm.
Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Delmarva Shorebirds
(Baltimore Orioles) at 1:05. Cartoon Character Party. Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s No. 88 National Guard Car will be on the concourse.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
3rd Annual SOCH(Southern Ocean County Hospital) Great Causeway Challenge, starts Southern Regional High School in
Manahawkin, crosses Barengat Bay to Barnegat Light and return. Biathlon start 9 am; Bikes start 9:15 am; 10K race start
9:30 am; 5k race start 9:45 am; Kids one-mile fun run start 9:50 am. Entre fees food & refreshments for participants.
Rain or shine. Information: 609-978-8900 or www.sochfoundation.com -
MANAHAWKIN
Adopt a Pet Day, PNC Bank, Route 70 and Route 571. 10 am. - 4 pm. - MANCHESTER
OPENING DAY-Pleasant View Landscaping Night-Garden State Dual Track Series, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539.
Modifieds, Sportsman, Super Stocks, SS Sprint, Outlaw Stocks, Rookies. Information: 609-758-1900 or
www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Earth Day Celebration, Community Park, Bridge Ave. & Beaver Dam Rd. Noon - 4 pm. Information booths and exhibits about
the environment, energy conservation, interactive displays, crafts, games, refreshments, live music, etc. Rain date 4/20/08
Information: 732-899-7240 or www.ocartistsguild.org - POINT PLEASANT
Earth Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. Help protect our environment. Watch dive demonstrations
throughout the day. Arts, crafts, face painting, story time, 1 pm & 4 pm.
Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com -
POINT PLEASANT BEACH
April 20
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
BlueClaws 5K Run, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Registration from 8:30 am - 10:00 am. Race will
begin at 10:30 a.m. sharp. 5 kilometers or 3.1 miles total, will be run on a relatively flat road-course which will end on
the FirstEnergy Park field. Participants of all ages are welcome to run and each runner will receive a general admission
ticket to that day’s game. Information and registration: 732-901-7000 or
www.poacwalk.org - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles) at 1:05.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Rockstar Get a Life Tour, Poland Spring Arena, 1245 Old Freehold Road. Doors Open: 5:30 p.m. Tour is headlined by Reprise
recording artist THE USED. Performing each night with The Used will be STRAYLIGHT RUN, ARMY OF ME, STREET DRUM CORPS
and the Samsung Mobile Unsigned Battle of The Bands Winner. Information: 732-818-8536,
www.rockstargetalifetour.com or
www.ritaccocenter.com - TOMS RIVER
Earth Day Volunteer Project, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Bring water, lunch, and work
gloves; snacks provided. Pre-registration requested. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest, Outdoor Club of South Jersey &
ShopRite of Manahawkin. Information: 609-296-1114 or
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html
- TUCKERTON
Handmade Faire, Lighthouse Center, 7th St. and Navajo Dr.. 10 am – 4 pm. Come and buy a very special present for Mother's
Day, any day or just something for yourself. All vendors have been juried and all items will be made by the artisan in
attendance. Special doorprize raffle for customers and some other surprise goodies as well.This is a fundraiser for the
Center. Information: www.ExperienceBarnegatBay.org - WARETOWN
Forked River Mountain Clean Up & Optional 2-mile Hike, start from Wells Mills County Park. 8:30 am - 9 am start. Return
between 12:30 pm and 1 pm, if taking hike, 2 pm. Bags and gloves provided. Volunteers with 4-wheel vehicles needed.
Sponsored by Forked River Mountain Coalition. Free. Information and pre-registration: 609-971-1635 or
www.frmc.org - WARETOWN
April 21
Spring Labyrinth Walk, St. Francis of Assisi Church Hall, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 7 pm
Socks or shoe coverings required. Information: 609-361-8509 - BRANT BEACH
April 22
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Spring Labyrinth Walk, St. Francis of Assisi Church Hall, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 7 pm
Socks or shoe coverings required. Information: 609-361-8509 - BRANT BEACH
Senior Lifestyle & Health Expo, Poland Springs Arena, Ritacco Center, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 9 am - 3 pm.
Celebrate Ocean County seniors living the good life with a healthy, active lifestyle that includes family, traveling,
exercising, dining out, entertainment, and buying “toys” like dream cars, boats, hot tubs, home entertainment systems,
and more! Free. Information: 732-818-8536 or www.ritaccocenter.com
- TOMS RIVER
April 23
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Values in Action: Casa de Dios y Puerta del Cielo, Little Theatre, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave.
2 pm. The mission owns of Bolivia, third in a series presented by Professor Kasturi "Rumu" DasGupta, Ph.D. Free.
Reservations required. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu -
LAKEWOOD
Ocean County College MidWeek Jazz presents: Jim Fryer with Trumpet Sensation Bria Skonberg , Mancini Room, Ocean County
Library, 101 Washington St. 8:00 p.m. Information: 732-255-0500 - TOMS RIVER
April 24
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
April 25
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
History on Wheels Display I, Southern Regional High School, 90 Cedar Bridge Rd. 9 am - noon.
Sponsored by the Vintage Automobile Club of New Jersey. Information: 732-797-1456 or
www.vintageautomuseum.org - MANAHAWKIN
The Duprees Dinner Show, Sunset Ballroom, Jack Baker's Lobster Shanty, 83 Channel Dr. Doors open at 7:15 pm.
Information & reservations at 732-899-6700 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
April 26
Town Wide Yardsale, town. 9 am - 3 pm. Maps and locations will be given day of sale. Sponsored by Barnegat Chamber of
Commerce. Information and registration: 609-698-6900 or
www.barnegatchamber.com - BARNEGAT
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Spring Festival Country Fair, Cultural Arts Center, 515 Herbertsville Rd. 10 am - 4 pm. Presented by the Garden Club
and the Brick Historical Society. Rain date: April 27. Information: 732-262-1006 - BRICK
Chorale Spring Concert, Casino, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
"Classical Constructions," Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Featuring Pianist Elena Baksht with
Conductor Anthony LaGruth and the NJ Premier of John Biggs' "Sousaphemalia." Musically Speaking, a informal chat with
Conductor LaGruth pre-concert at 7:15 pm. Information: 732-367-7789 or
www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
URC Sprints, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modifieds, Sportsman, Super Stock, Crate-1, Rookies. Information:
609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
It's Play Time, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 2 pm - 3 pm. Learn why enrichment is important to the
animals, help make them a toy. Ages 7 and up. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com -
POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Meet the author, Cattus Island County Park, 1170 Cattus Island Blvd. 10 am - Noon. Dogs! Take Your Humans out for a
Walk and get to meet Mary Jasch, author of Best Hikes with Dogs who will lead the walk and sign copies of her book.
Information: 732-270-6960 - TOMS RIVER
The Starlight Performers" present "Follow Reality Road"(we're not in Kansas anymore),
Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 7 p.m. - TOMS RIVER
30th Anniversary Concert, Christ Episcopal Church, 415 Washington St. 7:30 pm. New Jersey’s Chamber Singers’ 30th
Anniversary Concert “Songs of Celebration.” Featuring glorious music of Antonio Vivaldi and Benjamin Britten. Information:
732-219-8838 or www.njchambersingers.com - TOMS RIVER
April 27
Swing! The Musical, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm. An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates
the Swing music of the 40's. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org
- BEACH HAVEN
Strand Ventures, Inc. presents: Duke Ellington Orchestra, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm.
Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
"SPRING SMASH" Enduro Race/Demolition Derby/600cc Micro Sprints, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Information:
609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Behind the Scenes Tour, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11:00 am. Discover what goes on behind the
scenes when you work at an aquarium. Learn what it takes to feed, clean, and enrich all of our animals on a daily basis.
Tour the building from top to bottom while learning about our animals along the way. All participants must wear closed-toed
shoes! Ages 7 and up only. Call to pre-register. Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
April 28
Women of Witness: Joan of Arc: Sanctity, Nationalism and Revisionist History, Little Theatre, Georgian Court
University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 6:30 pm. Presented by Robin Gower, LL.M, J.D., Ph.D. Free. Reservations required.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
April 29
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Kannapolis Intimidators (White Sox) at at 6:35. BlueClaws Cap Giveaway. Senior Day Tuesday.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
April 30
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the
Kannapolis Intimidators (White Sox) at at 6:35. Inflatable Claw Giveaway.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
