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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.oceancountylibrary.org - more than just books the system presents many performing arts programs and other exciting events.

Open All Year
Boardwalk/beaches are open:
  • Long Beach Island, discoversouthernocean.com
  • Pt. Pleasant Beach, pointpleasantbeachnj.com
  • Seaside Heights, seasideheightstourism.com
  • Arts & Music year round:
  • Anchor & Palette Art Gallery, 45 Mount St., BAY HEAD, www.anchorandpalette.com
  • LBI Arts & Science Foundation, LOVELADIES (Long Beach Island) lbifoundation.org
  • Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues, ISLAND HEIGHTS, ocartistsguild.org
  • M. Christina Geis Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave., LAKEWOOD; georgian.edu
  • Full Spectrum Gallery, 316 Main St., Rt. 88, LAKEWOOD; fullspectrumartstudio.com
  • Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Avenue, LAKEWOOD, strand.org
  • Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue, MANAHAWKIN, pineshoresartassociation.org
  • Fine Arts Center at Ocean County College, College Drive off Hooper Ave., TOMS RIVER, alberthall.org
  • Ocean County History year round:
  • Museum of New Jersey Maritime History, Dock Rd. & West Ave., BEACH HAVEN, www.museumofnjmh.com
  • Navy Lakehurst Historical Society, LAKEHURST, nlhs.com
  • NJ Museum of Boating, 1800 Bay Avenue, Building 12, PT. PLEASANT, njmb.org
  • Pt. Pleasant Historical Society Museum, PT. PLEASANT BEACH, pointpleasanthistory.com
  • Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave., TOMS RIVER, oceancountyhistory.org
  • Toms River Maritime Museum, Corner of Hopper Ave and Water Street, TOMS RIVER, www.co.ocean.nj.us/museums/TomsRiverSeaport/about.htm
  • Tuckerton Seaport, 120 West Main Street, TUCKERTON, tuckertonseaport.org
  • Ocean County and the Sea year round:
  • Barnegat Lighthouse (State Park), BARNEGAT LIGHT, www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html
  • Jenkinson's Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave & the Boardwalk, PT. PLEASANT BEACH, jenkinsons.com
  • NJ Museum of Boating, 1800 Bay Avenue, Building 12, PT. PLEASANT, njmb.org
  • Island Beach State Park, SOUTH SEASIDE PARK, www.state.nj.us/dep/forestry/parks/island.htm
  • Toms River Maritime Museum, Corner of Hopper Ave and Water Street, TOMS RIVER, www.co.ocean.nj.us/museums/TomsRiverSeaport/about.htm
  • Tuckerton Seaport, 120 West Main Street, TUCKERTON, tuckertonseaport.org
  • April
    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

  • 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

  • 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 2
    Jenkinson’s Annual Boardwalk 2 for 1 Ride Ticket Sale, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 11am – 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

    ˝ Price Ticket Sales, Funtown Pier, Casino Pier, and Breakwater Beach. 11 am - 6 pm. Information: 1-800-Seashor or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    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. 11am – 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

    ˝ 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. 11am – 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

    ˝ 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 8
    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

    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

    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

    Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory. The tour is unable to
    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

    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

    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: Living with Black Bears, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 12:30 pm. Discover the Black Bear as the Division of Fish and Wildlife discusses their natural history and biology. 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

    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

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 4:05 p.m.Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Fleece Cap giveaway. Buster celebrates his 10th birthday with his mascot friends. 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

    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

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 1:05 p.m.Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Kids Character Sunday, Boating and Fishing Expo, 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

    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

    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. Most Improved Student Program. Kids eat Free. 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

    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). Most Improved Student Program. Senior Tuesday-Seniors eat free and Baseball Bingo. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    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

    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). Chili Cookoff, Most Improved Student Program. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    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

    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). Earth Day: Oak tree seedling and energy efficient light bulb giveaway. Music Most Improved Student Night, Nine Innings of Networking, Thirsty Thursday. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    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). Southern Ocean County Night, Labor Union Night, Scout Night. Post-game fireworks. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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 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

    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


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