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.
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, Broadway & the Bay. Park Open Daily 8 am - 4 pm, hours may be extended to 6 pm if
staffing permits it. Lighthouse open Wednesday through Sunday 9 am - 3:30, but may change to 10 am - 4:30 daily if
staffing permits it. Interpretative Center open weekends 10 am - 4 pm. Information: 609-494-2016 or
www.nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html
- BARNEGAT LIGHT
Party Boat Fishing, Center Street & the bay, Black Whale Dock. 8 am - noon or 1 pm - 4 pm. Fishing aboard the Miss Beach Haven.
$ Information: 609-978-9951 - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Open for the Season: Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Safari Drive Through, Rte. 537. Abbreviated schedule until
May 13. Open daily from March 27 - April 11 (closed April 4) and weekends until May 13 when it opens for the season
until September 6. Than weekends until October 3, than Fri., Sat., & Sun until October 31. Closes for the season after
November 6 & 7. Theme Park open at 10:30 am, closing varies from 6 pm - 11 pm depending on day and season. Safari open
from 9 am - 4 pm. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure
- JACKSON
Every Sunday
First Floor Themed Exhibit Room, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Open from 10 to 4 weekdays except
holidays. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org
- TOMS RIVER
Every Tuesday
Ocean County Historical Society Museum hours, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 3 pm except holidays. Guided Tours Available
Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org
- TOMS RIVER
Richard Strickler Research Center, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm except holidays.
Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org
- TOMS RIVER
Every Wednesday
Richard Strickler Research Center, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm except holidays.
Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org
- TOMS RIVER
Every Thursday
Ocean County Historical Society Museum hours, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 3 pm except holidays. Guided Tours Available
Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org
- TOMS RIVER
Every Saturday
First Floor Themed Exhibit Room, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Open from 10 to 4 weekdays except
holidays. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org
- TOMS RIVER
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 or
www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN
November 28 - June 18
Exhibit: Beatles, Unshredded Nostalgia, 323 S. Main St., Route 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Open reception November 28 between
4 pm - 7 pm. Information: 1-800-872-9990 or www.unshreddednostalgia.com
- BARNEGAT
February 1 - April 24
Whats-its, Gadgets, and Gizmos, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Monday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm.
Exhibit of two hundred years of inventions from buttonhooks to TV rabbit ears to labor-saving devices.
Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org
- TOMS RIVER
March 12 - April 12
Pictures on Pots: South Jersey Shore Clay Tour, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach
Blvd. Art exhibit. Reception Apr. 3 from 5 pm - 7 pm. Thurs.-Sun. 9 am - 4 pm. Information: 609-494-1241 or
www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES
March 27 - June 1
Celebrating Ten Years, m.t. burton gallery & 19th Street Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd.
Reception Apr. 3 from 6 pm - 9 pm. Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday. 10 am - 5 pm. Information: 609-494-0006 or
www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY
April 4 - 27
Teen Art Festival of Ocean County, Ocean County Artists' Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Aves. Reception April 20 from
7 - 9 pm. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1 pm - 4 pm, closed holidays. Information: 732-270-3111 or
www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS
April 5 - 25
April Arts at the Seaport, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Month long art show of artists,
drama, poetry, music. Along with classes and demonstration of South Jersey folk arts for both children and adults.
$ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org
- TUCKERTON
April 6 - 23
Art Exhibit: Holocaust Remembrance Exhibit, M. Christina Geis Art Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave.
Monday - Thursday 9 am - 8 pm and Friday 9 am - 5 pm.
Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
April 2
Jenkinson's Annual Boardwalk 2 for 1 Ride Ticket Sale, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 11 am - 6 pm.
Starting at $12 at boardwalk locations; starting at $25 on line. Rain or Shine. Information: 732-295-4334, ext. 10 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Half Price Ticket Sales, Funtown Pier, Casino Pier, and Breakwater Beach. 11 am - 6 pm. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
The Mulch Brother, Spray Beach Inn, 200 East 24th St. 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm. Charity tribute concert series
$ Information: 609-492-1501 or www.lbiinns.com/spraybeach
- SPRAY BEACH/ LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP
April 3
School House Rock, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 11 am. An Egg Hunt and a live performance!
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Rain Gardens: A Simple Solution to Reducing Pollution, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long
Beach Blvd. 11 am - 1 pm. Learn the differences between the LBIF coastal rain garden and the native demonstration garden
and how it benefits our coastal ecosystem and how you can start your own eco-friendly garden. Information: 609-494-1241 or
www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES
Studio Potters of the Long Beach Island Foundation & Pictures on Pots: South Jersey Shore Clay Tour, Long Beach Island
Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 5 pm - 7 pm. Exhibit of regional artists who paint on ceramic works
as part of the South Jersey Shore Clay Tour, coordinated with Matt Burton of m.t. burton gallery. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org
- LOVELADIES
Jenkinson's Annual Boardwalk 2 for 1 Ride Ticket Sale, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 11 am - 6 pm.
Starting at $12 at boardwalk locations; starting at $25 on line. Rain or Shine. Information: 732-295-4334, ext. 10 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Half Price Ticket Sales, Funtown Pier, Casino Pier, and Breakwater Beach. 11 am - 6 pm. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Guided Tours of Museum Available, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm. Information:
732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER
Thomas The Tank Hour, Tuckerton Junction Railroad Co. 213C East Main Street (Route 9) use the Lizzie Rose Driveway.
1:00 - 2:00 pm. A fun filled hour of Thomas The Tank and Friends! 30'x40' indoor model train display. Crafts, Activities,
A Movie, Thomas The Tank Operating ModelTrain. Smocks or play clothes suggested, seating is limited to 12 children.
Reservations and prepayment required $ First Saturday of the month. Information: 609-812-0300 - TUCKERTON
April 4
Jenkinson's Annual Boardwalk 2 for 1 Ride Ticket Sale, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 11 am - 6 pm.
Starting at $12 at boardwalk locations; starting at $25 on line. Rain or Shine. Information: 732-295-4334, ext. 10 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Easter Parade, beginning at Joey Tomatoes, 300 Ocean Ave. 1 pm. Registration from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.
You must participate in the parade to be eligible for prizes. Sponsored by the Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce.
Information: 1-888-772-3862 or www.pointchamber.com
- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Half Price Ticket Sales, Funtown Pier, Casino Pier, and Breakwater Beach. 11 am - 6 pm. Information: 1-800-Seashor or
www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Annual Easter Parade, Boardwalk. Noon. Flowers distributed by Mayor and Council. Contests and prizes for best dressed.
Live entertainment. Information: 1-800-Seashor or www.seasideheightstourism.com
- SEASIDE HEIGHTS
April 7
Open Practice, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 5 pm. Spectator Grandstand Free.
Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or
www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
April 8
Always...Patsy Cline, Manchester Township High School, 101 South Colonial Dr. 7:30 pm. Performance by Ocean County College
Theatre production. $ Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu
- MANCHESTER
Penguin Pointers, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 7:30 pm. Get close and personal with their famous
feathered friends while learning about their flightless birds. Ages 5 and up. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
April 9
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Steve Trash-The Rockin' Eco Hero, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. A large scale, rockin' green themed
magic stage show with many terrific stage illusions, cleverly illustrating ecological lessons with humor and fun. $
Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
The Pickles, Spray Beach Inn, 200 East 24th St. 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm. Charity tribute concert series
$ Information: 609-492-1501 or www.lbiinns.com/spraybeach
- SPRAY BEACH/ LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP
2010 Fine Art Show and Sale, Tucker's Island Lighthouse Gallery, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 7 pm. A
Traditional Show and Sale. Opening art reception, hors d'oeuvres and a selection of fine wines will be served. $ Information:
609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
April 10
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 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. Wednesday tours 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
Songwriters by the Sea-Backstage Pass, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Featuring hosts Joe D'Urso and
Joe Rapolla and guests Glen Burtnik and Quincy Mumford performing their own songs and a favorite cover tune while talking
about the craft of song-writing. Audience will be seated on the stage, looking at the performers and out at the 1922
theater's beautifully renovated interior. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or
www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Always...Patsy Cline, Manchester Township High School, 101 South Colonial Dr. 8 pm. Performance by Ocean County College
Theatre production. $ Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu
- MANCHESTER
Opening Day of Trout Season. Stocked venues include Lake Shenandoah ,Tuckerton Lake, portions of the Toms River, the
Metedeconk. Information: 732-506-9090 or www.njfishandwildlife.com
- OCEAN COUNTY WATERS
Positive Inspirational, Mimi Kurtz Pavilion,Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St. Noon - 3 pm.
Positive inspirational music by KEPT Contemporary Musical Group, Rich Foldhazy Country Rock Band.
Original Music. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Gallery Talk, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 1 pm - 2 pm. A tour of the art show with a gifted teacher
and artist, listen, look and learn with critic artist Tom Rutledge. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Poetry Improv & Reading with ElektroMotif, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 2 pm - 4 pm. Poetry event, part
improv, part poetry, poets are invited to bring some of their work to share or just come and listen! Information:
609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
April 11
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Historic Conversations Spanning the Generations: Featuring Lakewood, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26
Hadley Ave. 2 pm. A trip down memory lane recalling the days of grand hotels, horses & carriages. Glimpses of the
rich and famous in diverse cultural settings with long-time residents. Information: 732-341-1880 or
www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER
Pickin' On The Porch, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Noon - 4 pm. Come to pick, sing, listen, swap songs,
tell stories, share a pot of beans and homemade bread. Acoustic instruments only please. Bluegrass, country, old time
music. Hosted by Linda & Bill Salmons. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org
- TUCKERTON
Demonstration: Art of Flowers, Gift Shop, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 2 pm - 3 pm. Frank's Flowers will
demonstrate the art involved in bouquet and floral arrangements. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
April 13
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Headline Speaker: Steven McDonald, Casino Auditorium, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 6:30 pm.
NYPD Detective Steven McDonald speaks about his road to inner and outer recovery after being brutally attacked and
paralyzed in Central Park in 1986. $ Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
31st Teen Annual Festival Video, Ocean County College, Technology Building Lecture Hall, College Drive. 10 am.
Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
Talk:"Navigation through the Ages," Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve, 130 Great Bay Blvd.
7 pm - 8 pm. Hands on "show-and-tell" with navigational gear from the past to the present. Capt. Launer have covered his
personal cruises in international, national and regional periodicals. Information: 609-812-0649 ext. 206 or
www.jcnerr.org - TUCKERTON
April 14
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Grove Gatherings at Murray Grove, Murray Grove Retreat and Conference Center, 431 Route 9. Potluck dinner (BYOB) 6 pm
- 7 pm, entertainment 7 pm - 9 pm. Musical/Artistic Coffee House in the tradition of the English Folk Music Club where
performers share their craft and engage the audience. $ Information: 609-693-5558 or
www.murraygrove.org - LANOKA HARBOR
Open Practice, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 5 pm. Spectator Grandstand Free.
Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or
www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Atlantic City Jazz Band, Ocean County College Off-campus Jazz series at Mancini Hall, Ocean County Library, 101
Washington Street. 8 pm. Presented by Ocean County College Arts & Community Center. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or
www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
Lunch n' Learn: A Kayak Voyage from Florida to Maine, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 12:30 pm. Former
horse trainer, NJ mom and environmental activist, Margo Pellegrino discusses about kayaking 3500 miles of America's coast.
Soup and salad option or bring your own lunch. Learn about offshore wind turbines in New Jersey. $ Information:
609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
April 15
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
April 16
Murder Mystery Dinner Show: Fishin For Trouble: A Whale of a Fatal Tale, The Engleside Inn, 30 Engleside Ave. 6 pm.
Presented by the Surflight Theatre. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or
www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Adventures in the Arts: Lectures-In-Song with Fred Miller: Irving Berlin, North Dining Room, Georgian Court University,
900 Lakewood Ave. 6:30 pm. Cost includes multicourse dinner and presentation.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
After the Reign, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. lead singer, Willie Kelly and bassist Dave Burlett,
this six piece country band delivers the best country music has to offer. Along with Kelly and Burlett, the band also
features Bobby Grado on steel guitar and mandolin, Hucklebird Herb Van Note on drums, John Strevens on vocals, acoustic and
electric guitars, banjo and keys. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org
- LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: OPENING DAY - LAKEWOOD BLUECLAWS, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m.
Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Championship banner raising/Post-game fireworks/Manalapan Little League Night.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Always...Patsy Cline, Manchester Township High School, 101 South Colonial Dr. 8 pm. Performance by Ocean County College
Theatre production. $ Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu
- MANCHESTER
Edgar Monte, Spray Beach Inn, 200 East 24th St. 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm. Charity tribute concert series
$ Information: 609-492-1501 or www.lbiinns.com/spraybeach
- SPRAY BEACH/ LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP
April 17
Alliance for a Living Ocean Earth Day Clean Up, End of Broadway. 10 am - Noon.
Beach clean up. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT
Alliance for a Living Ocean Earth Day Clean Up, Beach Haven Lifeguard Station, Center St. 10 am - Noon.
Beach clean up. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 & 8:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Alliance for a Living Ocean Earth Day Clean Up, Bonnet Island, Rt. 72, Bonnet Island. 10 am - Noon.
Beach clean up. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - BONNET ISLAND/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Multi-Estate Auction, Island Heights Fire Hall, 13 Lake Ave. Preview at 9 am. Auction starts at 10 am. Food available
by Ladies Auxiliary. Information: 609-932-1189 or JerseyShoreAuctionService.com
- ISLAND HEIGHTS
The Piano Man w/ Wade Preston, Jackson Memorial High School, Fine Arts Center, 151 Don Connor Blvd. 7 pm. Wade Preston
from Billy Joel's Broadway production "Moving Out" and his Broadway Band. Proceeds to benefit the American Recreational
Military Services (ARMS). Information: 732-928-4500 or www.jacksonrotaryclub.org
- JACKSON
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 4:05 p.m.Hosting the
Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Dollar weekend, Buster celebrates his 10th birthday with his mascot friends,
Fleece Cap giveaway.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Project Terrapin, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 11 am - 1 pm.
Discover facts about the life of terrapins, see them up close and learn how you can get involved in Long
Beach Island Foundation's new partnership. Information: 609-494-1241 or
www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES
Garden State Philharmonic Masterworks Series, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Smetana: Overture to
The Bartered Bride, Popper: Concerto for Cello and Orchestra, Dvorak: Symphony No. 7 in D minor. Information: 732-255-0460
or gardenstatephilharmonic.org - LAKEWOOD
Always...Patsy Cline, Manchester Township High School, 101 South Colonial Dr. 8 pm. Performance by Ocean County College
Theatre production. $ Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu
- MANCHESTER
OPENING DAY New Egypt SpeedwayTri-Track Modifieds "Cabin Fever 40", Sportsman & Outlaw Stocks, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539.
Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or
www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Party for the Planet!, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. All day. Learn how you can help preserve our
amazing planet by making every day Earth day. Included with general admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Earth Day Celebration, Community Park, Bridge Ave. Noon - 4 pm. Exhibitors and vendors promote the importance of clean
water. Information: 732-349-1152 or www.env.ptboro.com -
POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Jersey Shore Relay for Special Olympics, Starts at the Aztec Ocean Resort on the Boardwalk & Sheridan Ave. 7:30 am -
10:00 am. Run ends in Asbury Park. Rain or Shine. Fundraiser. Information:
www.jerseyshorerelay.org - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Alliance for a Living Ocean Earth Day Clean Up, East Ship Bottom Boat Ramp, 10th St. 10 am - Noon.
Beach clean up. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - SHIP BOTTOM
Alliance for a Living Ocean Earth Day Clean Up, 16th and Barnegat Ave. 10 am - Noon.
Beach clean up. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - SURF CITY
Plum Crazy Over Quilting Show, Toms River Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington St. 10 am - 5 pm. Applique raffle quilt,
mini quilt sale. Cafe serving hot and cold lunch items. Presented by Beachplum Quilters of the Jersey Shore
$ Information: www.beachplumquilters.org - TOMS RIVER
April 18
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Jim Murphy & the Pine Barons Concert, Old Guard Hall, 170 Duchess Lane. Bluegrass style traditional country music.
Benefits the Old Guard Scholarship fund. $ Information: 732-892-1466 - BRICK
BlueClaws 5K Run, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 9 am. $ Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 1:05 p.m.Hosting the
Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Dollar weekend, all reserve and general admission tickets $1, Kids eat Free.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
LBI "I Do" Wedding Road Show, Long Beach Island. 9:30 am. Take a self-guided tour of Long Beach Island to explore
wedding venues with sights, sounds and tastes of local wedding professionals as you earn prizes along the way. Pick up a
goodie bag, map and tour guide. Information: 800-292-6372 or www.visitlbiregion.com
- LONG BEACH ISLAND
Always...Patsy Cline, Manchester Township High School, 101 South Colonial Dr. 2 pm. Performance by Ocean County College
Theatre production. $ Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu
- MANCHESTER
5th Annual Great Causeway Challenge, Southern Ocean County Hospital, 1140 Route 72 West. Start at Southern Ocean County
Hospital. Races and starting time: 9:30 a.m. Biathlon, 12.5 Mile Bike and 5K run/walk; 9:15 a.m. Bike Only 12.5 Miles; 9:00 a.m.
5K Run or Walk Only; and 9:45 a.m. Kids Fun Run. Award Ceremony immediately follows the event. New Location and New Route due
to construction on the Causeway! Register online by 5 p.m. on April 14. $ Rain or Shine! Information: 609-978-3076 or
www.sochfoundation.org - MANAHAWKIN
Plum Crazy Over Quilting Show, Toms River Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington St. 11 am - 4 pm. Applique raffle quilt,
mini quilt sale. Cafe serving hot and cold lunch items. Presented by Beachplum Quilters of the Jersey Shore
$ Information: www.beachplumquilters.org - TOMS RIVER
Spaghetti Dinner and Show, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue. 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, & 5:30 pm. Dinner and show
sponsored by the Classic Choir, Jazz Choir and Show Choir. Benefits the Monsignor Donovan High School music department.
$ Information: 732-255-0018 or www.mondonhs.com - TOMS RIVER
April 19
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m.Hosting the
Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Magnetic schedule giveaway/Kids eat Free/Most Improved Student Program/
Lakewood Township Day.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Georgian Court University Band Spring Concert, Casino Auditorium, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm.
Band concert. $ Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu
- LAKEWOOD
Earth Day Awareness Week: Put Your Sustainability Where Your Mouth Is: Global Implications Of Our Personal Food
Choices, Solar Lounge, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 11 am - 12:15 pm. Ed Rodgers, Environmental
Reporter for NJN News will moderate a discussion between panelists. After the panel, enjoy a "responsible" meal, presented
and prepared by DaBundo and OCC Chef Dino Charitos Information: 732-255-0400 or
www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
Earth Day Awareness Week: Slow Meal Tasting and Presentation: Delicious Food Sourced Locally, Solar Lounge, Ocean
County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm. This presentation highlights delicious and simple
ways to buy, cook, and eat fresh, locally-sourced foods and why it is so important. Information: 732-255-0400 or
www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
April 20
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the
Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals). Senior Tuesday/Magnetic schedule giveaway/Most Improved Student Program/
JCP&L Night.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Earth Day Awareness Week: Petroleum: The Tragedy of Addiction, Bartlett Hall, Ocean County College, College Drive,
off Hooper Ave. 12:30 - 1:45 pm. examine petroleum's indelible social, economic, and political impact between the
countries that possess and export it and the countries whose very existence depends upon its abundant availability.
Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
April 21
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Afternoon Program: Applique between the lines by Betty Maguire, 6805 Long Beach Blvd. 1 pm - 3 pm.
Hosted by Pieceful Shores Quilters Guild. Information: 609-361-7336 - BRANT BEACH/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Poetry in Motion: From the River: A Reading by Poet John Petrolino, Little Theatre, Georgian Court University, 900
Lakewood Ave. 6:00 pm. Poetry reading by a United States Merchant Marine Officer. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the
Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals). Magnetic schedule giveaway/Most Improved Student Program.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Garden State Philharmonic's Una Bella Notte, Caffe Italia, 2414 Route 37 East. 6 pm. Cost includes four course
Italian meal paired with wines and melodies of Puccini and Verdi. Proceeds will benefit live music at the Jersey Shore.
Information: 732-255-0460 or www.gardenstatephilharmonic.org
- TOMS RIVER
April 22
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Where Do the Children Play?, Casino, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 5 pm - 8:30 pm. Movie and discussion
for adults. hands-on activities with professors for art, music, science, movement, literacy and storytelling for the
children Presented by The Ocean County Early Learning Council, part of 40th Earth Day "Leave No Child Inside".
$ Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Poetry in Motion: An Evening of Poetry with Franco D'Alessandro, Little Theatre, Georgian Court University, 900
Lakewood Ave. 6:00 pm. Poetry reading. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or
www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the
Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals). Thirsty Thursday. Earth Day: tree seedling giveaway/Music Most Improved Student
Night/Georgian Court University Night.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Applique between the lines by Betty Maguire, Stafford Township Community Center, Mill Creek Rd. 7 pm - 9 pm.
Hosted by Pieceful Shores Quilters Guild. Information: 609-361-7336 - MANAHAWKIN
Earth Day Awareness Week: The Global Initiative Addressing Climate Change and the Environment, Bartlett Hall, Ocean
County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 1 pm - 3 pm. A segment of the film "An Inconvenient Truth" will be shown
at the beginning of the event, followed by discussion centered on the historical context of the movie, how it was
significant at the time, how it is relevant to us now, how the green movement has progressed, and beliefs about climate
change. Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
April 23
Presentation: NJ Artificial Reef Program, Museum of NJ Maritime History, 528 Dock Road. 7 pm. Hugh Carberry speaks on
the subject. Reservations required. Light refreshments provided. Museum open throughout the day until the presentation.
Donation. Information: 609-492-0202 or www.MuseumofNJMH.org
- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the
Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals). Post-game fireworks/Southern Ocean County Night/Scout Night/Labor Union Night.
The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Pat Karwan, Spray Beach Inn, 200 East 24th St. 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm. Charity tribute concert series
$ Information: 609-492-1501 or www.lbiinns.com/spraybeach
- SPRAY BEACH/ LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP
Earth Day Awareness Week: Viewing of the Film "Food Inc.", Bartlett Hall, Ocean County College, College Drive, off
Hooper Ave. 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. A faculty and student led discussion will focus on how you are what you eat. But do you
really know what you are eating? Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu
- TOMS RIVER
April 24
Town Wide Yardsale. 9 am - 3 pm. Maps & locations will be available Saturday after 7:30 am. Permit fees waived only to
registered participants. Sponsored by Barnegat Chamber of Commerce. Information: 609-698-1618
or www.barnegatchamber.com - BARNEGAT
Earth Day Clean-Up, Alliance for a Living Ocean, end of Broadway
10 am - 1 pm. Supplies will be provided. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT
Barnegat Lighthouse Lecture Series: The History of the Barnegat Lighthouse, Barnegat Lighthouse State Park Interpretative Center, Broadway & the Bay. 1 pm.
A fact filled presentation by retired Professor Alex Butrym. Information: 609-494-2016 or
www.nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html
- BARNEGAT LIGHT
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Earth Day Clean-Up, Alliance for a Living Ocean, Centre Street and the Beach.
10 am - 1 pm. Supplies will be provided. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
Earth Day Clean-Up, Alliance for a Living Ocean, Edwin B. Forsythe National Refuge Parking Lot (at the end
of Bay Ave. 10 am - 1 pm. Supplies will be provided. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - HOLGATE
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 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. Wednesday tours 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
The David Aaron Orchestra, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. The David Aaron 19 piece Big Band Orchestra,
composed of 8 brass, 5 reeds, 4 rhythm and singers is led and fronted by clarinetist David Aaron. $ Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Comedian Louis C.K., Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or
www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Lighthouse Christian Academy Community Yard Sale and Vendor Fair, 400 Beach Ave. 9 am-3 pm. Great bargains for
everyone, many vendors. 3 Mile Fun Walk/Run start time 9am. Registration Fee. Donations accepted. Information:
609-597-3915 - MANAHAWKIN
Modifieds, Crate-1, Fastrak LM & 305 Sprints, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Little League Night.
Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or
www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Beach Sweeps, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9 am - 12:30 pm. Beach clean ups. Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Earth Day Clean-Up, Alliance for a Living Ocean, 10th Street Waterfront Park.
10 am - 1 pm. Supplies will be provided. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - SHIP BOTTOM
Earth Day Clean-Up, Alliance for a Living Ocean, 16th Street and Barnegat Avenue.
10 am - 1 pm. Supplies will be provided. Information: 609-494-7800 or
www.livingocean.org - SURF CITY
The Great American Songbook, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 2 pm.
Musical review of music from 1920s through 1960s. Presented by the Community Chorus of Ocean County College.
$ Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
April 25
Sisters of Swing, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Inspired by and based on the singing sensation of the
1940's this show blends the trio's engaging harmonies and witty sense of humor into an unforgettable musical.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Kevin Rudolf & Iyaz, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. Concert begins at 4 p.m. The
rising pop and hip hop artist will perform his newest single. Included with theme park admission or your 2010 Season Pass.
Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure -
JACKSON
Bradley Fields'- Out of Thin Air, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. Internationally acclaimed magician,
Bradley Fields, takes you on a journey from Coney Island's Dreamland to the far-off Himalayas and creates a world filled with
poetry and wonder. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
History on Wheels, Southern Regional High School, 105 Cedar Bridge Rd. 9 am - Noon.
Sponsored by the Vintage Automobile Club of New Jersey. Information: 732-797-1456 or
www.vintageautomuseum.org - MANAHAWKIN
Mud Hop, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539.
Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or
www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Behind the Scenes Tours, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11 am. Discover what goes on behind the
scenes at their aquarium while you tour the building front top to bottom. Sneakers required. Pre-register. Ages 5 and up. $
Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
April 27
A Night Aboard the Orient Express, Sea Oaks Country Club, 99 Golf View Dr. 5:30 pm. Charge includes multi course gourmet
dinner on the famous Orient Express train route prepared by local chefs volunteering. Entertainment by Our Gang Players with
live and silent auction featuring U2 tickets, professional baseball and football events, luxury packages, dEcor and gift
items. All proceeds benefit the seven local food pantries in Southern Ocean County. Information: 609-494-7211 or
www.visitlbiregion.com - LITTLE EGG HARBOR
April 28
Free Demomstation, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 7 pm - 9 pm. Open to the Public.
Light refreshments. Information: 732-270-3111 or
www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS
31-cent Scoop Night, Baskin Robbins, Rt. 37 West at Bannanier. 5 pm - 10 pm.
Firemen serve the scoops. All tips benefit Toms River Fire Co. No. 1 New fire equipment on display. - TOMS RIVER
The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon Show, Auditorium, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 7 pm.
Nautical Star Theatre Company turns the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm on their heads in a fast-paced, rollicking ride
as two narrators and several actors combine all 209 stories into a wild. Free-form comedy with lots of audience
participation and madcap fun. Information: 732-505-5705 - TOMS RIVER
April 29
The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon Show, Auditorium, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 7 pm.
Nautical Star Theatre Company turns the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm on their heads in a fast-paced, rollicking ride
as two narrators and several actors combine all 209 stories into a wild. Free-form comedy with lots of audience
participation and madcap fun. Information: 732-505-5705 - TOMS RIVER
April 30
Adventures in the Arts: Dinner and an Artist: Pablo Picasso: Modern Art Innovator, North Dining Room, Georgian Court
University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 6:30 pm. Charge includes multicourse dinner and presentation.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
The Pickles, Spray Beach Inn, 200 East 24th St. 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm. Charity tribute concert series
$ Information: 609-492-1501 or www.lbiinns.com/spraybeach
- SPRAY BEACH/ LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP
