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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 Univeristy, 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, 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
  • May
  • Every Sunday
    American Alligators feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 3 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

  • Every Monday
    Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

  • Every Tuesday
    60th Anniversary of the Founding of the State of Israel, Lakewood Heritage Museum, 655 Princeton Ave. 2 pm - 5 pm. Displays & programs. Information: 732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD

    Guided Tours of the University Campus, start at The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 10:30 am. Charge includes light refreshments. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    American Alligators feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 3 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

  • Every Wednesday
    Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

  • Every Thursday
    60th Anniversary of the Founding of the State of Israel, Lakewood Heritage Museum, 655 Princeton Ave. 2 pm - 5 pm. Displays & programs. Information: 732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD

    Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 3 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

  • Every Friday
    American Alligators feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

  • Every Saturday
    Atlantic Sharks feeding, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1:30 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Patriotic Tribute Green Street Park. Sunset, approximately 6:30 pm. Saturday from May 17 - June. A fallen soldier with be honored with a dedication and playing of "God Bless America," the public is invited to contribute any talents, no vendors or fees, to submit the name of a soldier to be honored and remembered. Information: 609-290-8777 or www.debbieodokw@yahoo.com - TUCKERTON

    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

  • May 1 - July 31
    Exhibit: “Transportation to the Jersey Shore,” Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Visit two traveling exhibits combined with Tuckerton Seaport’s research and artifacts. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    Exhibit: “Bogue, Rube and the Babe,” Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Baseball legend Babe Ruth, Manahawkin Legend Rube Corliss, & Lynn Bogue Hunt, the artist and sportsman, all come together in an exhibit heralding their days of ducks on the bay. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • May 9 - 18
    Exhibit: 32nd Annual Senior Citizens Art Exhibit, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. Show includes acrylics, oils, pastels and sculptures. Open Tuesday - Sunday 1 - 4 p.m. Free. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2380 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

  • May 20 - 27
    Exhibit: 32nd Annual Senior Citizens Art Exhibit, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. Show includes crafts, digital imagery, drawing, mixed media, photography, print and watercolor. Open Tuesday - Sunday 1 - 4 p.m. Free. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2380 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

  • May 24 - June 25
    Jersey Shore Clay National Exhibit, M.T Burton Gallery & 19th St. Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. Juror: Dan Hammett. Information: 609-494-0006 or www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY

    May 1
    OPEN FOR THE SEASON: Bakers Acres Campground, 230 Willets Avenue. Will be open until Oct. 15. Information: 609-296-2664 or www.bakersacres.com - LITTLE EGG HARBOR

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (White Sox) at 6:35. Haskell Prize Package Giveaway. Appearance/autograph signing by Jersey Joe Bravo. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Lecture: Holocaust Remembrance Day, Conference Rooms A & B, College Center/Bookstore Annex, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 12:30 pm. Lecture by Dr. Dennis B. Klein, Director of the Jewish Studies Program and Professor of History at Kean University who will discuss “70 Years Later: Kristallnacht and the Question of Forgiveness.” Free. Sponsored by Ocean County College Center for Peace, Genocide, and Holocaust Studies. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2029. - TOMS RIVER

    Cruises Start: River Lady starts cruising the Toms River, One Robbins Parkway. Information: 732- 349-8664 or www.riverlady.com - TOMS RIVER

    May 2
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (White Sox) 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

    Jazz Concert, Southern Regional High School, 600 N. Main St., Rt. 9. 7 pm. Featuring Micahle Buble & Freddie Cole guitarist, Randy Napoleon & his band will be presenting Napoleon’s arrangements of some of the great jazz standards. Southern Regional High School Alumnus, vocalist, Christina Skleros will perform with Randy and the band on a few select numbers. Information: 609-597-1000 or www.RandyNapoleon.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Holocaust Remembrance Program, Solar Lounge, College Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 11:00 a.m. Shoah readings by students, a candle lighting ceremony, and a Holocaust film series. Free. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2029. - TOMS RIVER

    18th Annual Polish Flag Raising, 101 Hooper Ave. 11:30 a.m. The posting of colors by the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department’s Honor Guard along with singing of the National Anthem of both America and Poland will be included in the program. The flag raising ceremony is sponsored by the Polish American Club of Toms River. - TOMS RIVER

    May 3
    26th Annual Judge M. Edward DeFazio Musical Variety Big Show, High School Auditorium Theatre, 180 Bengal Blvd. 7:30 pm. Featuring choral groups, jazz ensembles and award winning bands from Lacey, Barnegat and Stafford Townships. Benefit the Southern Ocean County Hospital. Information: 609-978-3081 - BARNEGAT

    18th Annual Cherry Blossom Arts Weekend. Information: 1-800-4-BAYHED or www.bayhead.org - BAY HEAD

    Young Eagle Flight Rally, Robert J. Miller Airport, on Route 530. 9:00 - 12:00 Noon. The day was developed to welcome young people into the world of aviation. The chapter will give children, between the ages of 8 and 17, a free airplane ride. A parent or guardian must be present to sign a required permission slip. The child will experience a new perspective on the world and life in general aviation. After the flight each child will receive a certificate making them an official Young Eagle. A rain date is scheduled for Sunday, May 4, 2008. Sponsored by the Ocean County Chapter, Number 898, of the Experimental Aircraft Association. Information: 732-785-9390 or www.eaa898.org - BERKELEY TWP.

    Toms River Kiwanis Daybreak presents: 17th Annual River to Bay 5K Race, Island Heights Boro Hall, East End Ave. Check-In 8:30am. 1 mile fun run 9:15 am; 1 mile Health Walk 9:20 am; 5K Run 10 am; 5K Health Walk 10:05 am, and Awards and Raffle at 11 am. Information: www.tomsriverkiwanis.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    6th Annual Pet-A-Palooza, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 1 pm - 4pm. In conjunction with the Lakewood BlueClaws Bark in the Park Day, game begins at 4:05 pm. Pet adoption day with be numerous activities and demonstrations planned throughout the day. Local area shelters and rescue groups will be on hand. - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Lexington Legends (Houston Astros) at 4:05. "Bark In The Park" - Bring your dog to the game! Join us from 1 - 4 in the parking lot for Pet-A-Palooza with activities and demonstrations. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    String Orchestra Spring Concert, Dorothy Marron University Community Chapel, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Garden State Philharmonic, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 6:30 pm. First time the Stafford Township Arts Center is hosting one of the enjoyable entertaining and educational meet the Conductor Anthony LaGruth sessions as he discusses and demonstrates a tour through the origins of Pops music in America. Free. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Little League/Scout Night, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modifieds, Sportsman, Super Stocks, SS Sprint, Outlaw Stocks, Rookies. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Rainforest Awareness Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. Explore the wonders of the rain forest. Learn ways you can help save this vanishing ecosystem. Arts & crafts, face painting and story time between 1 - 4 p.m. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    “Classic Car Cruise”, downtown, Arnold & Bay Aves. & Municipal lot behind Medicap pharmacy. Raindate May 10. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointpleasantbeachnj.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Plant Sale, Rutgers Extension Agriculture Center, 1623 Whitesville Rd, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Plants grown in the Master Gardener Greenhouses and plants suitable for Ocean County conditions are available for purchase. Rain or shine. Sponsored by the Ocean County Master Gardeners. Information: 732-349-1245 - TOMS RIVER

    Meet the Author, Waldenbooks, Ocean County Mall, Hooper Ave. 1 - 3 pm. Meet Author Christine C. Kaputa as she showcases and signs copies of her new children's book, Bad Kitty!. This event is free and open to the public. Information: 732-240-5808 - TOMS RIVER

    May 4
    20th Annual Cherry Blossom Tour of the Inns. 2 pm - 4 pm. Information: 1-800-4-BAYHED or www.bayhead.org - BAY HEAD

    Lakewood in the 1950’s, A Slide Show, Historic Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Avenue. 2:00 pm. Included will be views of Clifton Avenue, the demolition of the old train station, and photos of now raised landmarks, among others. Mr. Pulcrano, Historian of the Commission, is a third generation Lakewoodite and a retired Lakewood Public School teacher, now on the staff of Georgian Court University. The program is expected to run approximately 90 minutes including comments and questions following the presentation. Sponsored by Strand Ventures, Inc. and the Lakewood Heritage Commission. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Lexington Legends (Houston Astros) at 1:05. Deck of Cards Giveaway. Kids Character Sunday. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Historic Lakewood Slide Show, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2:00 pm. With Historian Benjamin Pulcrano. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Exhibit: Spring Judged Art Show, Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue. 1 pm - 4 pm. Featuring members of the Pine Shores Art Association. Awards at 2 pm. Free. Information: 609-597-3557 or www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Simple Gifts, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 1 pm and 4:30 pm. Presented by puppetry artist Joseph Cashore. Hand-crafted life-like marionettes are manipulated in a series of touching character portrayals and scenes from everyday life set to original and classical music including Vivaldi, Strauss, Beethoven and Copland. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

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

    “Classic Car Cruise,” Downtown. 12 - 4 pm. Featuring Positive Earth Drivers Club. Rain date 5/11. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
    Community Chorus of Ocean County College, Presbyterian Church of Toms River, Hooper Ave. 3 pm. Hear the rich tradition of sacred European music written by some of the greatest composers of all time, including Bach, Palestrina, Mozart, Rutter, and others presented as they were meant to be heard, filling churches with abundant and beautiful choral music. Information: 732-255-0500 - TOMS RIVER

    Lynn Hunt Memorial Bird Walk, Bass River State Forest Office, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:30 a.m. Bring binoculars; limit 20 participants. Pre-registration required. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest and Ocean County Dept. of Parks & Recreation. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    May 5
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Lexington Legends (Houston Astros) at 6:35. BlueClaw Sombrero Giveaway. Kids Eat Free Monday. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Court Singers & Georgian Court Flute Ensemble Spring Concert, Dorothy Marron University Community Chapel, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

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

    May 6
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Lexington Legends (Houston Astros) at 6:35. College Fair Night. Senior Day Tuesday. $20 Monmouth Mall Gift Card Giveaway The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 7
    Ocean County College MidWeek Jazz presents: Bucky Pizzarelli with Jerry Bruno, Mancini Room, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 8:00 p.m. Information: 732-255-0500 - TOMS RIVER

    May 8
    Open Daily: Six Flags Great Adventure Theme Park and Wild Animal Drive-through Safari, Route 537. Park will open daily but check webpage for closing time. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    Student Recital, Dorothy Marron University Community Chapel, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7 pm. Free. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Our Gang Players presents: Li'l Abner, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 p.m. Discounts for early sales. 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

    “Pickin’ on the Porch” series, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 4:30 pm. Hosted by Linda & Bill Salmons. Prepare to clap your hands and stomp your feet while sharing music from members of “Home Cookin.” Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 9
    Spaghetti Dinner with entertainment by the Players' casts from Li'l Abner & Godspell, Barnegat Recreation Center, West Bay Ave. Seatings at 4:45 pm and 7 pm. Information: 609-597-0553 - BARNEGAT

    May 10
    Festival: Spring Dancefest, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. Dancers of all types and ages can get valuable performance experience with out the pressure of competition. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    JSAC Dog Walk, Ocean County Park, Route 88. 12 pm - 3 pm. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon walk through Ocean County Park. All proceeds benefit Jersey Shore Animal Center. Rain Date May 17th. - LAKEWOOD

    "The Dvorak Effect," Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. With Conductor Anthony LaGruth. Musically Speaking, a informal chat with Conductor LaGruth pre-concert at 7:15 pm. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Our Gang Players presents: Li'l Abner, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 2 pm & 7:30 p.m. Discounts for early sales. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Mothers Day Night, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modifieds, Sportsman, Super Stocks, SS Sprints, Crate1, Rookies. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Behind the Scenes Tour, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11:00 am. Discover what goes on behind the scenes when you work at an aquarium. Learn what it takes to feed, clean, and enrich all of our animals on a daily basis. Tour the building from top to bottom while learning about our animals along the way. All participants must wear closed-toed shoes! Ages 7 and up only. Call to pre-register. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Gallery Walk, downtown. Noon - 5pm. Experience the hidden treasures of Toms River… stroll the streets, visit our galleries. Receive a list and map of participating galleries and explore. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

    Concert: Island Singers, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 2 pm. Local chorus performs Broadway show tunes, standards, spirituals, and light classical pieces. Information: 732-349-6200 - TOMS RIVER

    The Ocean County College Concert Band presents: Spring Band Concert, Toms River High School North Auditorium, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 8:00 p.m. Information: 732-255-0500 - TOMS RIVER

    May 11
    Concert: Mother's Day Concert, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. 4 p.m. Country music sensations Chris Cagle and Josh Gracin will take the stage. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    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: May 25. Free, open to the public. Information: 732-901-7000 ext.112 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Mother's Day Special: "One Day ONLY," The Music Man Ice Cream Shop, 2305 Grand Central Avenue. 1, 3, & 5 pm. Seating is limited. Call today and book your table reservation. This show is family recommended and as always when you order a sundae the show is FREE. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Our Gang Players presents: Li'l Abner, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 2 p.m. Discounts for early sales. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Cruises begin: River Belle begins cruising the Barnegat Bay, Broadway Basin, 47 Broadway. Selected Cruises Begin July and continue through Labor Day. Information: 732-528-6620 or www.riverboattour.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Mother's Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. One mother admitted free with paid child. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    May 12
    Speaker: best-selling author Michael Thompson, Ph.D., OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Co-author of the award-winning book Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys, Dr. Thompson will share his thoughts about aggression and entertain the queries of parents, grandparents and young people. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Mother's Day, on the boardwalk in Seaside Heights. 12 noon. Entertainment. Flowers distributed by Mayor and Council. Information: 1-800-SEA-SHORE or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Lunch 'n' Learn Series: Piping Plovers: An Endangered Beach Dweller, Skeeter's Restaurant, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 12:30 pm. Brown bag a lunch, beverages provided. One of the Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve Lunch 'n' Learn Series. Information and preregister: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 14
    Seasonal: Camp Out Under The Dark Knight, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. Camp Out extravaganza for those guests who want to have the chance to be the first riders for the opening day of The Dark Knight Coaster! Availability is limited. Event requires special ticket. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    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

    May 15
    Dinner Show: Jim Breuer & The Jersey Jokesters, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. An exclusive benefit dinner and comedy show, hosted by Joe Piscopo. Limited seats are available. Show requires additional ticket which includes an all-you-can-eat dinner buffet. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club in New Jersey. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

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

    Seaside Music Festival, beach and boardwalk. Four days of music and fun on 15 stages and all across the beach and boardwalk, with something for everyone. You can catch more than 200 live performances at participating festival venues every night from Thursday to Saturday. The Outdoor festival stage will rock Seaside on Saturday and Sunday afternoon, with BMX and motorcycle stunt shows, a surf competition, a band BBQ on the beach, and vendor booths in the midst of it all. The Boardwalk will be open for this occasion as well. The town wide festival also has a Shuttle that will circulate the entire area for easy access to hotels and venues for the entire weekend. All free. Information: 732-701-1022 or www.seasidemusicfest.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Concert: Raven Symone's Pajama Party, Poland Springs Arena, Ritacco Center, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 7 p.m. Doors open: 6 p.m. Special guests will include Michael Musso (from Disney's Hannah Montana Show), B5, and the Clique Girlz. Information: 732-818-8536 or www.ritaccocenter.com - TOMS RIVER

    May 16
    History on Wheels II, St. Dominick’s Church, 250 Old Squan Rd. 12:30 pm. Sponsored by the Vintage Automobile Club of New Jersey. Information: 732-797-1456 or www.vintageautomuseum.org - BRICK

    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

    Shakespeare Theater of New Jersey’s Shakespeare LIVE! presents: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 pm. A fresh, imaginative look at this perennial audience favorite. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
    Terry Johnson's Flamingos Dinner and Show, Sunset Ballroom, Jack Baker's Lobster Shanty, 83 Channel Dr. 7:30pm. Information & reservations at 732-899-6700 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Seaside Music Festival, beach and boardwalk. Four days of music and fun on 15 stages and all across the beach and boardwalk, with something for everyone. You can catch more than 200 live performances at participating festival venues every night from Thursday to Saturday. The Outdoor festival stage will rock Seaside on Saturday and Sunday afternoon, with BMX and motorcycle stunt shows, a surf competition, a band BBQ on the beach, and vendor booths in the midst of it all. The Boardwalk will be open for this occasion as well. The town wide festival also has a Shuttle that will circulate the entire area for easy access to hotels and venues for the entire weekend. All free. Information: 732-701-1022 or www.seasidemusicfest.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    May 17
    3rd Annual Pet Day, Meadowedge Park, East Bay Ave. 10 am - 2 pm. Exhibits, demos, dog training, contests, Pet Blessings, vendors, crafters, 4H, pet snacks, health care, pet walkers. Information and registration: 609-607-0022 or www.barnegatchamber.com - BARNEGAT

    5th Annual 5K Bay Head Memory Run, Bay Head Firehouse, Bridge Ave. Registration 7 am. Race starts 8:30 am. Information: 1-800-4-BAYHED or www.bayhead.org - BAY HEAD

    PARK OPEN ON WEEKENDS, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Open weekends beginning May 17. Memorial day weekend includes Friday with a 6 pm opening. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Annual Yard Sale, Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Rd. 10 am - 2 pm. Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK

    Ocean Fun Day, Island Beach State Park, Rt. 35. 11 am - 3 pm. Sponsored by the NJ Marine Sciences Consortium. Featuring family educational and fun activities relating to our coastal environment. Information: 732-872-1300 - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK

    Festival: Spring Dancefest, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. Dancers of all types and ages can get valuable performance experience with out the pressure of competition. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    NY Football Champions Day, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Featuring: NY Football Champions Amani Toomer & Brandon Jacobs. Bring the family out to meet these amazing players. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Milwaukee Brewers) at 4:05. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    The Bacon Brothers, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 pm. Kevin Bacon joins brother Michael and backed by Paul Guzzone on bass/vocals, Marshal Rosenberg on percussion, Frank Vilardi on drums, and Ira Siegel on electric guitar. Supports the programing of the Stafford Township Education Foundation. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    New Egypt Day street festival, Main Street. 11 am - 4 pm. Free. Information: 609-758-7539 or www.mainstreetne.org - NEW EGYPT

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

    16th Annual MS Annual Coast the Coast Bike Tour. Ride kicks off at Monmouth University. 170 miles through seaside communities along with the exhilarating satisfaction of completing the ride. Registration 7:00 am Ride starts at 8:00 am. 85 Miles one day tour with registration 7:00 am Ride starts at 8:00 am. 50 Miles one day tour take you through beautiful beach front towns such as Belmar, Spring Lake and Brielle. Complete the tour at Monmouth University where you will enjoy a relaxing lunch! Registration 8:00 am Ride starts at 9:00 am. 25 Miles charming ride through the Jersey Shore and return to Monmouth University for a festive lunch! Registration 9:00 am Ride starts at 10:00 am. Information: 732-660-1005 or www.nationalmssociety.org/njm - OCEAN/MONMOUTH/ATLANTIC/ CAPE MAY COUNTIES

    Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
    Junior Biologist Program, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9 a.m. - Noon. Help feed animals and learn what it takes to work as a biologist. Must wear closed-toed shoes. For ages 11-16. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Seaside Board . . .Walk to D'Feet ALS, Boardwalk at Hiering Ave. Registration from 9 am - 10 am. Walk begins at 10 am. Community Walk. Information: 215-643-5434 or www.alsphiladelphia.org - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Seaside Music Festival, beach and boardwalk. Four days of music and fun on 15 stages and all across the beach and boardwalk, with something for everyone. You can catch more than 200 live performances at participating festival venues every night from Thursday to Saturday. The Outdoor festival stage will rock Seaside on Saturday and Sunday afternoon, with BMX and motorcycle stunt shows, a surf competition, a band BBQ on the beach, and vendor booths in the midst of it all. The Boardwalk will be open for this occasion as well. The town wide festival also has a Shuttle that will circulate the entire area for easy access to hotels and venues for the entire weekend. All free. Information: 732-701-1022 or www.seasidemusicfest.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    19th Annual Chili & Salsa Cook 0ff, Washington St. 11 am - 5 pm. Live Entertainment plus vendors and crafters. Family fun, mouth watering vittles, contests, chili & salsa tasting, live music and much more! NJ's original and hottest cook-off! International Chili Society-sanctioned State competition. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

    Ocean County College’s Interpreter Training Program Sign Language Club presents: Spring American Rock 'n' roll Sign Language Show, Toms River High School North Auditorium, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 7 pm. An evening of American Sign Language, Deaf culture, and music. This unique concert allows everyone to hear and see the music. Free refreshments and desserts during intermission. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2256 - TOMS RIVER

    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

    May 18
    Festival: Spring Dancefest, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. Dancers of all types and ages can get valuable performance experience with out the pressure of competition. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    Festival: New Jersey Catholic Youth Rally, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. Package includes: admission to the theme park, lunch, parking and an evening Mass. For information and tickets contact your local Diocese. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Milwaukee Brewers) at 1:05. Breat Cancer Awareness Day and Pink Hat Giveaway. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Garden State Philharmonic presents: Pops Goes the POPS!, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 3 pm. Drawing heavily on the inspired selections of Arthur Fiedler who helped make the Boston Pops a household name, fans will recognize the program, but with a unique flair by Conductor Anthony LaGruth. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    4x4 Trucks plus Mud Skippers & Quads, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 12:30 pm. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    16th Annual MS Annual Coast the Coast Bike Tour. Ride kicks off at Monmouth University. 170 miles through seaside communities along with the exhilarating satisfaction of completing the ride. Registration 7:00 am Ride starts at 8:00 am. 85 Miles one day tour with registration 7:00 am Ride starts at 8:00 am. 50 Miles one day tour take you through beautiful beach front towns such as Belmar, Spring Lake and Brielle. Complete the tour at Monmouth University where you will enjoy a relaxing lunch! Registration 8:00 am Ride starts at 9:00 am. 25 Miles charming ride through the Jersey Shore and return to Monmouth University for a festive lunch! Registration 9:00 am Ride starts at 10:00 am. Information: 732-660-1005 or www.nationalmssociety.org/njm - OCEAN/MONMOUTH/ATLANTIC/ CAPE MAY COUNTIES

    Great Strides for Cystic Fibrosis Walk, Bandshell, Arnold Ave. 11 am. Information: 732-264-1235 or www.cff.org -POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Seaside Music Festival, beach and boardwalk. Four days of music and fun on 15 stages and all across the beach and boardwalk, with something for everyone. You can catch more than 200 live performances at participating festival venues every night from Thursday to Saturday. The Outdoor festival stage will rock Seaside on Saturday and Sunday afternoon, with BMX and motorcycle stunt shows, a surf competition, a band BBQ on the beach, and vendor booths in the midst of it all. The Boardwalk will be open for this occasion as well. The town wide festival also has a Shuttle that will circulate the entire area for easy access to hotels and venues for the entire weekend. All free. Information: 732-701-1022 or www.seasidemusicfest.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    36th Annual Ocean County Canoe & Kayak Race, meet at the New Toms River Bridge Parking Lot, Irons St. 16 race categories. Previously held in Oct. Information: 609-971-3085 or www.oceancountyparks.org - TOMS RIVER

    Barbeque & Bluegrass Jamboree, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Kick off the summer with the down home sounds of Bluegrass and the sweet smell of barbeque. Crafters, vendors, food & refreshments, family activities, demonstrations, boat rides and music by Home Cookin’, Up & Running and more. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 19
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Milwaukee Brewers) at 6:35. Appearance by the Phillie Phanatic! Kids Eat Free Monday. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 20
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins) at 6:35. Senior Day Tuesday. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Monsignor Donovan High School 3rd Annual Surf Fashion Show w/Surf Taco Dinner, Gepp Gymnasium, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue. 6:30 p.m. For the Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity. Information: 732-349-8801 - TOMS RIVER

    May 21
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins) at 11:05. Oversized Baseball Card Giveaway. ALS event follows game. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Annual ALS Celebrity Waiter Event, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Doors will open at 6:30 pm with dinner beginning at 7:00 pm. The players and coaches will return to the ballpark to work for the fans as they enjoy a buffet style dinner. Numerous BlueClaws game used items, autographed team and individual memorabilia will be up for bid during a silent auction and members of the BlueClaws will be available to sign autographs. Lakewood's mascot, Buster, will also be in attendance. Proceeds will benefit the ALS Association of Greater Philadelphia and South Jersey. Advanced reservations are required as seating availability is limited. Information and reservations: Lisa Carone at 732- 901-7000 ext. 192. - LAKEWOOD

    Slide Show & Dinner, North Dining Room, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 6 pm. Observance of 100th Anniversary of Founding of Georgian Court University with Sister Phyllis. Sponsored by the Lakewood Historical Society. Informaton and reservations: 732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD

    Monsignor Donovan High School Choir Spring Concert, Gepp Gymnasium, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue. 7 p.m. Information: 732-349-8801 - TOMS RIVER

    May 22
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins) at 6:35. Summer Ticket Extravagana - Win tickets to huge area concerts! Dave the Horn Guy from NBC's America's Got Talent will also be performing. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    "The Bard of Broadway," location TBA. 7:30 pm. Choral cabaret and silent auction, with Conductor Anthony LaGruth and the Garden State Philharmonic Chorus. Information: 732-451-0064 or www.gardenstatephilharmonic.org - LAKEWOOD

    Spring Tea in the Victorian Tradition, Ocean County Historical Society, Ocean County Museum/Historic Pierson Schulthorp House, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm and 3:30 pm settings. Information: 732-341-1880 - TOMS RIVER

    May 23
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins) 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

    Concert: Craig Morgan, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. 2006 nominee for Country Music's New Male Vocalist of the Year. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    OPENING NIGHT: The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. 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

    WPLJ Summer Blast Off, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Monsignor Donovan High School Band Spring Concert, Gepp Gymnasium, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue. 7 p.m. Information: 732-349-8801 - TOMS RIVER

    “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

    May 24
    Opening Gala, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Open Partial Schedule: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Waterpark, Route 537. Park will open daily on partial schedule. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    "The Eagle and the Bear," Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. "Exploring American Genius" musical series, presented by the Garden State Philharmonic. Information: 732-451-0064, or www.gardenstatephilharmonic.org - LAKEWOOD

    Spring Cabaret: The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. 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

    Medal of Honor Twin 20s for Modifieds, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Sportsman, Super Stocks, Crate-1, Rookies. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Memorial Day Bicycle Parade, Arnold Ave. 10 am. Rain date 5/26. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
    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

    Speaker: Patriot Pirates: Tales of Plunder and Privateers of Coastal NJ, Tuckerton Seaport, Tuckers Lighthouse, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 3 pm. Speaker: Timothy Hart, Exec. Director, Tuckerton Seaport. Free. Information: 609-859-8860 or www.pinelandsalliance.org - TUCKERTON

    Ocean Township Founder's Day. 9 am - 2 pm. Crafters, food vendors, free children's rides, live band. Fireworks over Barnegat Bay at 8:30 pm. Information: 609-693-5407 or www.oceantwp.com - WARETOWN

    May 25
    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

    Spring Cabaret: The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. 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

    May 26
    Memorial Day Parade, Main St. 1:00 pm. Marchers head West on East Bay and North on Route 9 to the American Legion Post #232 at 499 N. Main Street. Festivities and trophies and fun at the Legion. Large groups and floats should call the Recreation Department to register. - BARNEGAT

    Stafford Twp Memorial Day, Old Baptist Church. 9 am. Tolling of bell & visits to Veterans’ graves. Information: 609-597-5947 or www.staffordhistory.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Memorial Day Service, Front Lawn of Borough Hall, 1621 Long Beach Blvd. 1 pm. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM

    American Legion- Memorial Day Parade, Main and Washington Streets. Begins in Office Lounge parking lot. 9:30 am. Information: 732-341-2294 - TOMS RIVER

    May 28
    Oklahoma, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Pastel Demonstration, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 7 pm. Mark de Mos, an etcher, watercolorist, pastelist and teacher, does a pastel demonstration of an interior scene. Free. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1 pm - 4 pm, closed holidays. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    Biographies from the Court Series: Mrs. Gould Welcomes Cole Porter, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am. Cost includes performance and tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    May 29
    Oklahoma, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 pm & 8 pm. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Biographies from the Court Series: Mrs. Gould Welcomes Cole Porter, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am. Cost includes performance and tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    May 30
    Oklahoma, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 pm & 8 pm. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Spring Cabaret: The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. 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

    May 31
    Oklahoma, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Festival: Coaster Celebration, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. Enjoy Exclusive Ride Time (ERT) on the best roller coasters in the world! Breakfast, dinner and prizes are included with your package. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    Biographies from the Court Series: Mrs. Gould Welcomes Cole Porter, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am. Cost includes performance and tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Spring Cabaret: The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. 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

    ARDC Midgets, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modifieds, Sportsman, Super Stocks, Outlaw Stocks, Rookies. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Pine Barrens Plant Prowl, Interpretive Center, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 6:30 p.m. For adults and children ages 7 and up; bring insect repellant; limit 20 people. Pre-registration requested. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest & NJ Conservation Foundation. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    6th Annual Custom, Hot Rod and Antique Car Show, Sea Pirate Campground, Route 9. Benefits Great Bay EMS. Information: 609-296-7400 - WEST CREEK


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