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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.theoceancountylibrary.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, www.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, ocean.edu
  • Albert Music Hall, Saturday Nights, 131 Wells Mill Road (Rt. 532) , WARETOWN, alberthall.org

    Ocean County History year round:
  • 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
  • Colonel Charles Waterhouse Museum, #17 Washington St. on the upper floor of building, TOMS RIVER, usmcartist.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/forestry/parks/barnlig.htm
  • 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

  • August
  • Daily in August
    Open Daily, Barnegat Light Museum, 5th St. and Central Ave. 11 am - 4 pm. Free admission. Information: 609-494-8578 or www.bl-hs.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT

  • Every Sunday
    Concert: Sunday Rocks! Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. Sundays July 13 through August 17. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    Concerts at the Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 7 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE

    Worship on the Beach, Risden’s Beach, Forman & Ocean Aves. 7:30pm. Sponsored by Central United Methodist Church. Information: 732-892-3233 or www.gbgm-umc.org/cumcppb/ - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Farmer’s Market, Corner of Rt. 35 South & Arnold Ave. Noon - 4 pm. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
    Volleyball, Jenkinson’s, Parkway and the Beach. All Day except Holiday weekends. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Big Joe Jersey Talent Show, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Movies on the Beach, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. At dark. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    "Movies on the Beach" Over age 13, Hiering Avenue Ocean Front Stage. Movie begin at dusk. Movie-goers will be seated on the beach, so please bring your own beach chair, beach blanket, snacks, etc. NO GLASS OR ALCOHOL. Information: 1-800- SEASHOR or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

  • Every Monday
    Stories by the Sea, 2nd Floor, ALO Office, State of NJ Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Story and craft hour for ages 3-6 yrs. Must be accompanied by adult. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Kiddie Beach Shows, South Beach Stage, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Music Mondays, Ocean Front Stage, Hiering Avenue. 7 p.m. Popular music played in the style of your favorite bands. Concert-goers will be seated on the beach, so please bring your own beach chair, beach blanket, snacks, etc. NO GLASS OR ALCOHOL. Free. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

  • Every Tuesday
    Wristband Day, Jenkinson’s South Amusements. Noon - 6 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

  • Every Wednesday
    Radio Disney Concerts, Pavilion Beach Stage, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. 5pm-7pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Arts and Crafts, Ride Park, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 8 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Festival of the Atlantic Concert Series, Inlet Beach Stage, Jenkinson's. 7:30 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Beaches are FREE. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Arts & Crafts with Jenkinson’s Aquarium’s staff, on the Boardwalk at Hiering Avenue. 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR, 732-854-8000 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Fireworks on oceanfront. 9:30 p.m. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Farmers Market, Huddy Park, Main & Water St. Noon - 6 pm. Starting June 11 and every Wednesday until Oct. 22. Visit with local vendors- Select from fresh produce, fruits and vegetables, plants, herbs, fresh breads, honey and more! Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

  • Every Thursday
    Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Bay View Park. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn how baby clams are raised first in land-based nurseries and then in water-based upwellers, and how poor water quality can affect the health of the creatures in the bay. Then sein the bay and experience the sea creatures up close. Presented by ReClam the Bay and ALO. Sponsored by Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program. Donation. Ending August 21st. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Concerts, Bandshell, Arnold & Baltimore Aves. 7 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Fireworks at Dusk, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Beaches are FREE. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Arts & Crafts with Jenkinson’s Aquarium’s staff, on the Boardwalk at Hiering Avenue. 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR, 732-854-8000 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Movies on the Beach, Hiering Avenue Ocean Front Stage. All movies begin at dusk. Movie-goers will be seated on the beach, so please bring your own beach chair, beach blanket, snacks, etc. NO GLASS OR ALCOHOL. Free. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR, 732-854-8000 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

  • Every Friday
    Farmer's Market, Community Hall Parking Lot, Route 9 & Lacey Road. 2pm - 6pm. Rain or Shine. - FORKED RIVER

    G-Rock Karaoke, South Beach Stage, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Wristband Night, Jenkinson’s South Amusements. 5 pm - 11 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

  • Every Saturday
    Volleyball, Jenkinson’s, Parkway and the Beach. All Day except Holiday weekends. Information: 732-892-0600 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 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

  • 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. Free. Information: 800-872-9990 or www.unshreddednostalgia.com - BARNEGAT

  • June 20-August 31
    Summer Cabaret Schedule: The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm - 12 pm. Get there by 11 pm to see the last show. A vaudeville style of cabaret of upbeat American tunes performed sung to the guests and incorporating them into the show. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

  • July 12 - August 4
    Exhibition and book signing, M.T Burton Gallery & 19th St. Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. Julie Goldstein, wood cut prints from Margaret “Pooch” Buchholz book, “Fisherman’s Wife.” Information: 609-494-0006 or www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY

  • July 26 - August 13
    Gay Smith Exhibit, M.T Burton Gallery & 19th St. Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. Recent Pottery. Information: 609-494-0006 or www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY

  • August 1 - 31
    Exhibit: “Culture in Context: A Tapestry of Expression,” Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Discover first-hand the traditional arts of New Jersey. A NJ State Museum Exhibit. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • August 16 - September 3
    Brenda Quinn Exhibit, M.T Burton Gallery & 19th St. Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. Recent Pottery. Information: 609-494-0006 or www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY

    August 1
    Children’s Theatre: Beauty and the Beast, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Summertime Magic, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Joe Holiday presents this exciting, unique, and sometimes educational production is filled with amazing feats of magic that will leave you on the edge of your seat, and cheering for more! Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Milwaukee Brewers) 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

    Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    “Classic Car Cruise,” Downtown. 5 pm - 9 pm. Rain date 8/8. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    August 2
    Children’s Theatre: Beauty and the Beast, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Super Stock Challenge Match Races, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modifieds, Sportsman, Super Stocks, Crate-1, Outlaw Stocks. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Fluke Fishing Tournament, Seaside Park Marina, "J" Street & The Bay. 6 am - 2 pm. Cash prizes and gifts for the winners, feast to follow. Charge includes up to the first two anglers. Families are welcomed. Information or sign up: 609-206-1708 or bettyandnicks.com - SEASIDE PARK

    Toms River Fest, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 10 am - 10 pm. Saturdays lineup: Carrie Underwood, Lifehouse, Push Play, The Lost Trailers, and Mr. Ray. In addition to the music, there will also be activities for children, a video arcade, community exhibits, a BMX demo, a food court and vendor marketplace, and state-of-the-art fireworks following each night's main stage performance. Information: 732-238-1996 or www.trfest.com - TOMS RIVER

    Folk Life of the Pine Barrens and Bay, Lake Absegami Beach Complex, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:00 p.m. Bring chairs. Sponsors: Bass River State Forest & Tuckerton Seaport. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    August 3
    Antique Show, Viking Village, 19th & Bayview Ave. 9 am - 5 pm. Information: 609-361-8039 or www.vikingvillageshows.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Beach Haven Art Fair, Veterans BiCentennial Park, Beach and Engelside Ave. 10 am - 4 pm. Featuring 60 fine art artists. Sponsored by the Pine Shores Art Association. Free. Information: 609-597-3557 - BEACH HAVEN

    Children’s Theatre: Beauty and the Beast, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Concerts at the Gazebo: John Luckenbill's Brass Band, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE

    Trucks, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Mud Skippers & Quads. 12:30 pm. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Capt. John Boyd Memorial Swim, Heiring Ave. and the beach. Registration begins at 4:00 p.m. Race starts at 6:30 p.m. A one mile ocean swim. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR, 732-854-8000 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Toms River Fest, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 10 am - 10 pm. Sundays lineup: Chris Daughtry, Avril Lavigne, Live, Collective Soul. In addition to the music, there will also be activities for children, a video arcade, community exhibits, a BMX demo, a food court and vendor marketplace, and state-of-the-art fireworks following each night's main stage performance. Information: 732-238-1996 or www.trfest.com - TOMS RIVER

    August 4
    Concert at the Dock: Sounds of the Street, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Doo Wop. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT

    Stories by the Sea, 2nd Floor, ALO Office, State of NJ Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Story and craft hour for ages 3-6 yrs. Must be accompanied by adult. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    The Mills Brothers with special guests The Ink Spots, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 pm & 9 pm. Two extraordinary groups from the golden age of harmony and swing combine for one special night at Surflight Theatre. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Princess/Pirate Tea Party, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Demonstration: Water Color, Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue. Free. Demonstration by Jane Lux. Gallery hours are Sunday 1pm-3pm, Monday, Tuesday 7pm-9pm, Wednesday 10am-3pm Information: 609-597-3557 or www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN

    FREE Monday night concert, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Stafford Twp Historical Society. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    August 5
    All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm & 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Rapunzel, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Movies on the Bay, Lavallette Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8:30 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Lavallette School if rains. - LAVALLETTE

    Little Egg Harbor Seining Day, Maris Stella Ctr. bay beach. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn and examine creatures in the bay. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - SHIP BOTTOM

    Classic Sail Fest, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 - 5 pm. An "A-Cat" celebration! Races, boat rides, demos, food, entertainment and lots of fun activities. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    August 6
    Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Concert: Face Down, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Classic rock. Free kayak demonstration by Island Surf & Sail. Donations appreciated. - HARVEY CEDARS

    Concert, Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 7 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE

    Cinderella, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Classic Sail Fest, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 - 5 pm. An "A-Cat" celebration! Races, boat rides, demos, food, entertainment and lots of fun activities. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    August 7
    Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Bay View Park. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn how baby clams are raised first in land-based nurseries and then in water-based upwellers, and how poor water quality can affect the health of the creatures in the bay. Then sein the bay and experience the sea creatures up close. Presented by ReClam the Bay and ALO. Sponsored by Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program. Donation. Beginning July 10th. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Puppet Theatre. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Rainy Day Movie, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 10 am & 2 pm. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Extreme Sports Day, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    “Classic Car Cruise”, downtown, Arnold & Bay Aves. 5 pm - 9 pm. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointpleasantbeachnj.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Concert: “Mike Byrne,” Waterfront Park, “Bayfront”, 10th St. & Shore Ave. 7:30.pm. Irish music. Bring a chair. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM

    Classic Sail Fest, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 - 5 pm. An "A-Cat" celebration! Races, boat rides, demos, food, entertainment and lots of fun activities. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    August 8
    Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Classic Sail Fest, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 - 9 pm. An "A-Cat" celebration! Races, boat rides, demos, food, entertainment and lots of fun activities. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    August 9
    St. Pauls Art Show & Boutique, Bridge Ave. & W. Lake Dr. 10 am - 4 pm. Rain date 8/16. Information: 732-892-5926 or www.stpaulsbayhead.org - BAY HEAD

    Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Civil War Regiment, Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Rd. All day. Overnight encampment with soldiers. Open to the public to come and share experiences with the soldiers. Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK

    Fluke Tournament. Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. 2 day event. Free food, refreshments, and door prizes. Information: 732-684-2150 or www.jcsa.org - BRICK

    "HOOKED ON FISHING, NOT ON DRUGS," Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. Registration & Instructional booths 8:00 am - 9:00 am. Activities run until 2pm. FREE Tournament for kids, ages 5-17. Surf Fishing - Harvey Cedars Beaches: Burlington to Cumberland Avenues. Casting instruction, bait cutting, safety procedures. Drug awareness material dispensed by LBI and Stafford DARE officers. Free lunch, bait, prizes and tee shirts for children and adults. Information: 856-220-2082. - HARVEY CEDARS

    Special Princess/Pirate/SuperHero Dress-Up, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Powder Puffs, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modifieds, Sportsman, Super Stocks, SS Sprints, Outlaw Stocks. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Warm Weather Friends, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11:00 am. Meet one of our penguins while learning all about these birds. Ages 5 and up. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    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

    Lost in the Woods, Lake Absegami Beach Complex, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:00 p.m. Bring chairs. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest . Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    August 10
    Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Civil War Regiment, Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Rd. Morning-Noon. Overnight encampment with soldiers. Open to the public to come and share experiences with the soldiers. Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK

    Fluke Tournament. Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. 2 day event. Free food, refreshments, and door prizes. Information: 732-684-2150 or www.jcsa.org - BRICK

    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: Aug. 24. Free, open to the public. Information: 732-901-7000 ext.112 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Concerts at the Gazebo: A Little Bit of Heaven , Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE

    August 11
    Concert at the Dock: Class Trip, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Classic Rock and Oldies. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT

    Stories by the Sea, 2nd Floor, ALO Office, State of NJ Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Story and craft hour for ages 3-6 yrs. Must be accompanied by adult. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Savanah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets) at 7:05. Pre-game Autograph Night. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Princess/Pirate Tea Party, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    FREE Monday night concert, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Stafford Twp Historical Society. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    August 12
    Barnegat Light Harbor Seining Day, Barnegat Light Bay Beach, 25th St. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn and examine creatures in the bay. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Savanah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets) at 7:05. Appearance by The Famous Chicken. Seat Cushion Giveaway. Senior Day Tuesday. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Wizard of Oz, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Movies on the Bay, Lavallette Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8:30 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Lavallette School if rains. - LAVALLETTE

    August 13
    Raising Baby Clams, First Floor at Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10 am - 11 am. The ReClam the Bay organization grow and maintain millions of baby clams and oysters in an effort to repopulate the shellfish in our local bay. Come see and learn about this project. Free. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Concert: the Blue Method, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Funk/Soul. Free kayak demonstration by Island Surf & Sail. Donations appreciated. - HARVEY CEDARS

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Savanah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets) at 7:05. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Sidewalk Sale. Sponsored by the Lavallette Business Assoc. Information: 732-793-7477 or www.lavalletteborough.com - LAVALLETTE

    Cinderella, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Movie Stars, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11 am. Go on a scavenger hunt to find movie stars such as, Nemo & Crush. Ages 5 and up. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Cruisin' Downtown, Washington St. 6 - 9 pm. Live Bands, entertainment, street vendors, contests and more! Free. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

    August 14
    Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Bay View Park. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn how baby clams are raised first in land-based nurseries and then in water-based upwellers, and how poor water quality can affect the health of the creatures in the bay. Then sein the bay and experience the sea creatures up close. Presented by ReClam the Bay and ALO. Sponsored by Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program. Donation. Beginning July 10th. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Savanah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets) at 7:05. Team Card Set Giveaway. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Puppet Theatre. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Our Gang Players presents: Beauty & the Beast, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 p.m. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Cruz Night, Main Street. 6 pm - 9 pm. Information: 609-758-2441 or www.mainstreetne.org - NEW EGYPT

    Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
    Concert: “John McNutt,” Waterfront Park, “Bayfront”, 10th St. & Shore Ave. 7:30.pm. Tribute to the Beatles. Bring a chair. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM

    Speaker: Ray Miller, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 4:30 pm. Be Inspired,he’s a self-taught artist/carver, he will talk about his inspiration from NJ's rich maritime history and his explorations. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    August 15
    Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees) 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

    Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Our Gang Players presents: Beauty & the Beast, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 p.m. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
    Wild West Day, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Blessing of the Waters Mass, Jenkinson’s Pavilion, Boardwalk & Parkway. 10 am. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Indian Flag Raising, 101 Hooper Ave. 12 noon. - TOMS RIVER

    August 16
    Clam Bake, Bay Head Fire Co. Firehouse, Bridge Ave. Noon - 5 pm. Information: 1-800-4-BAYHED or www.bayhead.org - BAY HEAD

    Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Blue Claw Craft Show and Crab Race, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. Craft show 10 am - 3 pm. Crafters will display their goods. Free admission. Food available from the Barnegat Light First Aid Squad. Race begins at 11:00 am. Free admission. Information: 609-361-7990 or www.harveycedars.org - HARVEY CEDARS

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees) at 7:05. Duncan Baseball Yo Yo Giveaway. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Lavallette Flea Market. Sponsored by the Lavallette Business Assoc. Raindate Aug. 17. Information: 732-793-7477 or www.lavalletteborough.com - LAVALLETTE

    Demonstration: “Form & Surface,” M.T. Burton Gallery & 19th St. Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. 9 am - 4 pm. Artist Brenda Quinn will demonstrate from 9 am - 4 pm. There will be an hour lunch break at noon. Demonstrating a range of forming techniques and surface techniques, both pre and post bisque. Charge. Information: 609-494-0006 www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY

    Our Gang Players presents: Beauty & the Beast, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 p.m. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Pit Crew Challenge, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. ARDC Midgets plus Modifieds, Sportsman, Super Stocks, Crate-1 Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Behind the Scenes Tour, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am-11 am. Ever wonder how much food it takes to feed every animal, every day in our aquarium? See what it takes to run an aquarium! Tour our entire building from top to bottom. Ages 7 and up only. All participants must wear closed-toed shoes! Call to pre-register. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Moonlight Hike, Lake Absegami Beach Complex, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:30 p.m. For adults and children ages 7 and up; bring flashlight and insect repellant; limit 25 people. Pre-registration required. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    August 17
    Children’s Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Garvey-Skiff Races, Bayside Ave. near Harpoon on the Toms River. Start at 12 noon and run to about 4:30pm. All local races free to the public. Sponsored by East Coast Barnegat Racing Club of New Jersey Information: www.ecbrcnj.com - BEACHWOOD

    30th Annual Dog Day Road Race, 80th Street Firehouse. Registration starts at 7:30 am and the race begins at 9:30 am. 800+ runners in this 5 mile run. - HARVEY CEDARS

    Concert: Menudo Live, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. 7 p.m. This talented singing and dancing group consists of five young latinos formed by the MTV & MTV Tr3s reality series Making Menudo. Concert is included with theme park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees) at 5:05. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Concerts at the Gazebo: Fred Lehotay -"Ragtimers," Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE

    Our Gang Players presents: Beauty & the Beast, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 2 p.m. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    August 18
    Concert at the Dock: Past Times, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Bluegrass Band. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT

    Stories by the Sea, 2nd Floor, ALO Office, State of NJ Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Story and craft hour for ages 3-6 yrs. Must be accompanied by adult. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Comedy Tonight, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:30 pm. Joe Bublewicz and two other nationally known comics present an evening of Stand-Up Comedy. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees) at 7:05. Eco-Friendly Tote Bag Giveaway. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Princess/Pirate Tea Party, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    FREE Monday night concert, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Stafford Twp Historical Society. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    August 19
    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Snow White, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Movies on the Bay, Lavallette Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8:30 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Lavallette School if rains. - LAVALLETTE

    Little Egg Harbor Seining Day, Beach Arlington Bay Beach, 13th St. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn and examine creatures in the bay. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - SHIP BOTTOM

    August 20
    Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Concert: Verdict, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Soca music. Free kayak demonstration by Island Surf & Sail. Donations appreciated. - HARVEY CEDARS

    Cinderella, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    40 Lap Modified Summer Sizzler Garden State Dual Track Series, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Sportsman. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Beach Walk, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 2:00 pm-3:00 pm. Join our staff as we explore the Jersey shoreline. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    "Lots for Tots" Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    August 21
    Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Bay View Park. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn how baby clams are raised first in land-based nurseries and then in water-based upwellers, and how poor water quality can affect the health of the creatures in the bay. Then sein the bay and experience the sea creatures up close. Presented by ReClam the Bay and ALO. Sponsored by Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program. Donation. Beginning July 10th. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Puppet Theatre. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Rainy Day Movie, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 10 am & 2 pm. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Concert: “Sir Rod,” Waterfront Park, “Bayfront”, 10th St. & Shore Ave. 7:30.pm. Tribute to Rod Stewart. Bring a chair. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM

    August 22
    Peach Festival, Central United Methodist Church, Arnold Ave. 4 pm - 7 pm. Information: 732-892-3233 or www.gbgm-umc.org/cumcppb/ - BAY HEAD
    Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Ukrainian Flag Raising, 101 Hooper Ave. 12 noon. - TOMS RIVER

    August 23
    Barnegat Flea and Craft Market, Public Dock, E. Bay Ave. 8 am - 4 pm. No rain date. Information: 609-698-1618 or 609-698-3788 - BARNEGAT

    Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Sportsman, Super Stocks, SS Sprints, Crate-1, Outlaw Stocks, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Concert, Huddy Park, Main & Water Sts. 5 pm - 8 pm. Information: 732-341-8738 - TOMS RIVER

    “Warm Hearted Country” Music Night, Lake Absegami Beach, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:00 p.m. Bring chairs. Donations welcome. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    August 24
    Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Ice Cream Social, Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Rd. 2 pm - 5 pm. Old-fashioned party with games and entertainment Information: 732-840-1850 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK

    Concerts at the Gazebo: Lakewood Jazz Ensemble, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 7 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE

    Klascar Legends, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 600 Modifieds-600cc Micro Sprints-GSVSCC. 1 pm. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    August 25
    Concert at the Dock: Mid-Life Crisis, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Classic Rock. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT

    Stories by the Sea, 2nd Floor, ALO Office, State of NJ Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Story and craft hour for ages 3-6 yrs. Must be accompanied by adult. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles) at 7:05. Appearance by The ZOOperstars! Kids Eat Free Monday. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Princess/Pirate Tea Party, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    FREE Monday night concert, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Stafford Twp Historical Society. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    August 26
    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles) at 7:05. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Beauty & Beast, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Movies on the Bay, Lavallette Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8:30 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Lavallette School if rains. - LAVALLETTE

    August 27
    Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles) at 7:05. School Supply Pouch Giveaway. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Cinderella, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    August 28
    Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals) at 7:05. Post-Game Fireworks. Fall Concert Ticket Extravaganza - Win tickets to huge area concerts. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Puppet Theatre. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    International Body Boarding Competition, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    August 29
    Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals) at 7:05. Post-Game Fireworks. The Principal Family Fun Fest. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    International Body Boarding Competition, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Fairytales and Fables, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    “All About Bears” and Family Movie, Interpretive Center, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 7:00 p.m. Bring chairs. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    August 30
    Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    URC Sprints, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modifieds, Sportsman, Crate-1, Outlaw Stocks. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    International Body Boarding Competition, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Seaside Park Selected Arts and Craft Show, Central and 5th Ave. Juried show over 130 crafters. Hand made items. Applications accepted until June 20, call 732-793-0234 - SEASIDE PARK

    Star Gazing at the Beach, Lake Absegami Beach, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. Sunset to 10:00 p.m. Sponsors: Bass River State Forest & Willingboro Astronomical Society. ADA accessible ,beach wheelchair available. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    August 31
    Annual Craft Show, Viking Village, 19th & Bayview Ave. 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. Rain or shine. Information: 609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillageshows.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    21st Annual Catboat Race. All catboat sailers invited. Skippers meeting 12:30pm at Sunset Park. Information: 609-494-8352 or 609-296-4549. - HARVEY CEDARS

    Concerts at the Gazebo: The "Kootz", Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE

    International Body Boarding Competition, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH