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Important: Both our Ocean County Parks & Recreation Department and our Ocean County Library system are sponsors of MAJOR events which will be of interest to both residents and visitors of Ocean County.

After reviewing our events listed below, for more to see and do visit, www.oceancountyparks.org - many events involve recreation and tours as well as nature/parks and for all age groups www.oceancountylibrary.org - more than just books the system presents many performing arts programs and other exciting events.

Open All Year
Boardwalk/beaches are open:
  • Long Beach Island, discoversouthernocean.com
  • Pt. Pleasant Beach, pointpleasantbeachnj.com
  • Seaside Heights, seasideheightstourism.com
  • Arts & Music year round:

  • Anchor & Palette Art Gallery, 45 Mount St., BAY HEAD, www.anchorandpalette.com
  • LBI Arts & Science Foundation, LOVELADIES (Long Beach Island) lbifoundation.org
  • Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues, ISLAND HEIGHTS, ocartistsguild.org
  • M. Christina Geis Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave., LAKEWOOD; georgian.edu
  • Full Spectrum Gallery, 316 Main St., Rt. 88, LAKEWOOD; fullspectrumgallery.com
  • Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Avenue, LAKEWOOD, www.strand.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, geocities.com/tomsriverssmm
  • 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
  • October
    Daily surfing wave and beach conditions, Baroo Surf, 1520 Boulevard. Information: 732-793-9009 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Queen Victoria Tea Room, Victoria on Main B&B, 600 Main St. Thurs. - Sunday, 2-4 pm Beginning June 14 - serving High Tea with speciality tea sandwiches, scones, desserts, chocolates and tea. Open the to the public. Information and Reservations: 732-818-7580 or www.victoriaonmain.com - TOMS RIVER

    Revolutionary War Celebration, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. All month long celebrate the anniversary of local battles such as the Battle of Chestnut Neck and more. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • October Weekends
    Fright Fest, Six Flags Great Adventure, Route 537. Weekends in October & Oct. 8, 19 & 26. Included with park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

  • Every Sunday
    Farmer's Market, downtown behind Borden's, parking lot Rt. 35 South and Arnold Ave. 1-5 pm. Through Oct. 7. Information: 1-888-PPBFUN2 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Pickin' on the Porch month, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Enjoy informal bluegrass and folk music jam sessions on the porch. Feel free to bring your own instrument and join in the fun. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • Every Wednesday
    Toms River Farmers' Market, Huddy Park on Water Street. 12-6 pm. The Farmers' Market will run from June 13 through October 24. Rain or shine. With summer's arrival, the Garden State's produce flourishes and the farmers will be selling it all fresh from the field -- seasonal vegetables, herbs, fruits and flowers. Adding to the delectable foods you can bring to your family's table are a wide variety of homemade products that will be for sale. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.DowntownTomsRiver.com - TOMS RIVER

  • Every Saturday
    Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. Live county, bluegrass, and folk music. Information: 609-971-1593 or www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN

  • May 11 - December 16
    NEA Artists Exhibition Tour, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • May 12 - December 16
    Patriot Pirates: Tales of Plunder and Privateers of Coastal NJ, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Tales of Plunder and Privateers of Coastal NJ is based on the Revolutionary War Privateers of the Jersey Shore who commandeered ships, cargo and munitions in support of the war effort. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • June 15 - mid-October
    Thundering Surf Waterpark Open, 8th & Bay. 9 am - 7:30 pm. Information: 609-492-0869 or www.thunderingsurfwaterpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

  • September 2 - October 2
    Members' Juried Show, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. Open Tuesday - Sunday 1 - 4 p.m. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

  • September 21 - December 16
    Sheldrake Decoys, Marshelder Gun Club, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • September 21 - December 16
    David Rhodes Miniatures, J.C. Parkers Decoy Shop, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • October 1 - 26
    Exhibit: Jospe and Burton Common Ground - Ceramics and Drawing, M. Christina Geis Art Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Free. Reception Oct. 2 at 5 pm. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: 732-987-2388 or www.Georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

  • October 1 - 31
    Exhibit: The Fascinating World of Artist Frank McGinley, Ocean County College Gallery, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Gallery is open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Saturdays when classes are in session. Free. Information: 732-255-0400 - TOMS RIVER
  • October 3 - 7
    The Miracle Worker, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. Young Helen Keller, blind, deaf, and mute since infancy, is in danger of being sent to an institution. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

  • October 6 - November 18
    53rd Annual LBI Surf Fishing Tournament, along Long Beach Island's oceanfront. Information: 609-494-7211 - LONG BEACH ISLAND

  • October 6 - January 10
    4th Annual Horror and Sci-Fi Movie Poster Exhibit: "Movies that Make You Scream, Unshredded Nostalgia, 323 S. Main St., Route 9. Halloeen persona make-up. 10 am - 5 pm daily. Information: 1-800-872-9990 or www.unshreddednostalgia.com - BARNEGAT

  • October 7 - 30
    Exhibits, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. Bob Henne - acrylic and oil, Sheila Grabarsky - abstract painting. Open Tuesday - Sunday 1 - 4 p.m. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

  • October 10 - 14
    Driving Miss Daisy, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. An elderly Jewish widow living in Atlanta can no longer drive. Her son insists she allow him to hire a driver, which in the 1950s meant a black man. She resists any change in her life. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

  • October 17 - 21
    Arsenic and Old Lace, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. A delightful farce revolving around Mortimer Brewster who must deal with his crazy family and local police as he debates whether to go through with marrying the woman he loves. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

  • October 29 - November 30
    Exhibit: Gilpin and Sanes -- Woodworking and Watercolors, M. Christina Geis Art Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Free. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    October 1
    Demonstration: Stained Glass, Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue. 7:30 pm. Given by Mary Tantillo. Information: 609-597-3557 or www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN

    October 2
    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11 am - 12:30 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes light refreshments. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    October 3
    The Miracle Worker, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 p.m. Young Helen Keller, blind, deaf, and mute since infancy, is in danger of being sent to an institution. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes tea luncheon. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Careers and Internships with Animals, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 5 pm -7 pm. A behind the scenes look at working in a aquarium. Ages 11 and up. Included in price of admission. Pre-register: 732-899-1659. Information: 732-899-1212 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    MidWeek Jazz: Kevin Dorn's Traditional Jazz Collective, Fine Arts Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 8 p.m. The members of the band, although relatively young, are close followers of early jazz and capture the intensity and spirit that made the first recordings of this music such a revelation to listeners.Information: 732-255-0500 - TOMS RIVER

    October 4
    The Miracle Worker, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. Young Helen Keller, blind, deaf, and mute since infancy, is in danger of being sent to an institution. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes tea luncheon. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    October 5
    The Miracle Worker, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 p.m. Special student performance at 10:00 a.m. Young Helen Keller, blind, deaf, and mute since infancy, is in danger of being sent to an institution. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Workshop: Knitting with Texture, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Workshop given by Sarah Punderson. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    La Cage aux follies, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. La Cage aux Folles portrays a gay couple who manages and stars in a drag entertainment nightclub. The adventures ensue when the son brings home his fiancé’s ultra-conservative parents to meet them. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    An Evening with Mark Twain, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 pm. Starring actor/director Michael Mauldin who regales audiences with Twain's unique incites into his world and the world around him. Special: Abbreviated student performances at 9:30 am and 11 am. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Italian Street Festival, Grant Avenue. 4 - 10 p.m. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR, 732-854-8000 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey presents: History on Wheels Display, Seaside Heights Italian Festival, Boulevard. Information: 732-797- 1456 or 609-971-8020 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Italian Heritage Flag Raising, County Administration Building, 101 Hooper Ave. Noon. Information: 732-929-2000 - TOMS RIVER

    German Heritage Flag Raising, courtyard of the Justice Complex, Hooper Ave. 3:30. Information: 732-929-2000 - TOMS RIVER

    October 6
    NJ Safe Boating Certification One-Day Course, Barnegat Bay Sailing School, Cedar Creek Marina. 9 am - 5 pm. This course is designed to meet the mandatory new jersey safe boating requirements. Mandatory for boaters under 45 years of age. Cost includes text, exam and certification. Information: 732-269-1351 or www.sailingnj.com - BAYVILLE

    Art Show & Wine Tasting/Dinner, Buckalews Restaurant. 5:30 pm. Benefit of the Mordecai Land Trust to preserve Mordecai Island. Information: 609-492-4153 - BEACH HAVEN

    The Miracle Worker, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 p.m. Young Helen Keller, blind, deaf, and mute since infancy, is in danger of being sent to an institution. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Fall Forestry Festival, Forest Resource Education Center, 370 East Veterans Highway. 10 am - 3pm rain or shine. Activities include over 40 Nature-themed Exhibits, Demonstrations, Tours plus pumpkin painting, hikes through the pinelands forest, birdhouse building, crafts, forest products, sawmill, autumn hayrides, and more. Fun for Families. Free Parking and Admission! Information: 732-928-2360 or www.njforestrycenter.org - JACKSON

    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes tea luncheon. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    La Cage aux follies, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 & 8 pm. La Cage aux Folles portrays a gay couple who manages and stars in a drag entertainment nightclub. The adventures ensue when the son brings home his fiancé’s ultra-conservative parents to meet them. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    "Harvest of Quilts Show and Sale XI", St. Peter's School Auditorium, 406 Forman Ave & Route 35 North. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. The show will feature the work of renowned local quilter Jesse Cantrell , along with a host of others. Quilts in the show illustrate various hand and machine piecing, applique and quilting techniques. A special works in progress area will give visitors a behind the scenes look at various steps in the quilt making process. Show will also feature quilt raffle, little quilt silent auction, quilting fabrics and notions and more. Presented by the Jersey Shore Quilters Of St. Peter's Church, proceeds benefit St. Peter's Church. 732-370-8092, 732-701-0292 or www.jerseyshorequilters.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    FISHing in Seaside Heights, Franklin Ave. stage. 10 am - 2 pm. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. A children’s fishing tournament on the oceanfront between the two amusement piers promises to be fun for children up to age 16. Information: 732-854-8000 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Italian Street Festival, Grant Avenue. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR, 732-854-8000 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey presents: History on Wheels Display, Seaside Heights Italian Festival, Boulevard. Information: 732-797- 1456 or 609-971-8020 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    35th Annual Toms River Canoe & Kayak Race. Canoe & kayak race down the scenic Toms River. 13 categories, prizes & give-a-ways and a fun-filled day outdoors. Information: 609-971-3085 - TOMS RIVER

    Fall Star Watch, Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 8:30 pm - 11 pm. Join the Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area and the Novins Planetarium staff for a night under the real sky, telescopes will be available. Weather permitting. Free. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2111 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm - TOMS RIVER

    Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey presents: History on Wheels Display, Eagleswood Country Fair. Information: 732-797- 1456 or 609-971-8020 - WEST CREEK

    October 7
    The Miracle Worker, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 p.m. Young Helen Keller, blind, deaf, and mute since infancy, is in danger of being sent to an institution. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Pinelands Discovery Festival, Whitesbog Village, Rt. 530. 11 am - 4 pm. Discovery and environmental awareness. Information: 609-859-8860 or www.pinelandsalliance.org - BROWNS MILLS

    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes tea luncheon. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    La Cage aux follies, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. La Cage aux Folles portrays a gay couple who manages and stars in a drag entertainment nightclub. The adventures ensue when the son brings home his fiancé’s ultra-conservative parents to meet them. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    35th Annual 18 Mile Run. Mini-marathon from Holgate to Barnegat Light. Remembering the Olympians who were killed in Munich and the victims of 9-11. Information: 609-494-8861 - LONG BEACH ISLAND

    "Harvest of Quilts Show and Sale XI", St. Peter's School Auditorium, 406 Forman Ave & Route 35 North. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. The show will feature the work of renowned local quilter Jesse Cantrell , along with a host of others. Quilts in the show illustrate various hand and machine piecing, applique and quilting techniques. A special works in progress area will give visitors a behind the scenes look at various steps in the quilt making process. Show will also feature quilt raffle, little quilt silent auction, quilting fabrics and notions and more. Presented by the Jersey Shore Quilters Of St. Peter's Church, proceeds benefit St. Peter's Church. 732-370-8092, 732-701-0292 or www.jerseyshorequilters.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    "Classic Car Cruise," downtown. 12-4 pm. Raindate October 14. Information: 1-888-772-3862 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Italian Street Festival, Grant Avenue. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Columbus Day Parade at 1 p.m. on the Boulevard. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR, 732-854-8000 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey presents: History on Wheels Display, Columbus Day Parade, Boulevard. Information: 732-797- 1456 or 609-971-8020 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Cattus Island Nature Festival, Cattus Island County Park, 1170 Cattus Island Blvd. off Fischer Blvd. 7 am - 4 pm. 30 exhibiting nature organizations, walks, talks, seining, kayak tours, fun & games, digital nature photography, flower design for children, building backyard bird habitats, nature boat tours, van tours, fish printing, & exploring the Butterfly Garden all free. Rain or shine. Information: 732-270-6960 or www.oceancountyparks.org - TOMS RIVER

  • Premier Performance II: National Players'Jack London's Call of the Wild--the musical! Fine Arts Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 2 p.m. In this explosive, musical adaptation of Jack London's stories, man and dog challenge the harsh, unforgiving landscape of the Far North. Information: 732-255-0500 - TOMS RIVER

    October 8
    Fright Fest, Six Flags Great Adventure, Route 537. Included with park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    8th Biannual Bob & Marianne Levy’s Senior Lifestyle & Health Expo, Poland Springs Arena, Ritacco Center, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 9 am - 3 pm. Exhibits, giveaways, antique appraisals, bingo games, demonstrations and talks. Free admission and parking. Sponsored by Ocean Medical Center. Information: 732-269-0927 or www.ritaccocenter.com - TOMS RIVER

    October 9
    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11 am - 12:30 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes light refreshments. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Marine Life Make & Take Craft, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. Cost includes parent & one child & aquarium admissions. Ages 3-5. Pre-registration required. Included in price of admission. Pre-register: 732-899-1659. Information: 732-899-1212 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    October 10
    Driving Miss Daisy, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 p.m. An elderly Jewish widow living in Atlanta can no longer drive. Her son insists she allow him to hire a driver, which in the 1950s meant a black man. She resists any change in her life but, Hoke, the driver is hired by her son. She refuses to allow him to drive her anywhere at first, but Hoke slowly wins her over with his native good graces. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes tea luncheon. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    October 11
    Driving Miss Daisy, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 p.m. & 8 p.m. An elderly Jewish widow living in Atlanta can no longer drive. Her son insists she allow him to hire a driver, which in the 1950s meant a black man. She resists any change in her life but, Hoke, the driver is hired by her son. She refuses to allow him to drive her anywhere at first, but Hoke slowly wins her over with his native good graces. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes tea luncheon. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Pre-Broadway: I Love A Piano, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 pm. Pre-Broadway feature engagement of Irving Berlin’s I Love A Piano, a musical journey spanning seven decades of American history featuring 64 timeless Berlin classics. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Gift Auction/ Food Tasting, Intermediate School North, Intermediate North Way off 571.Doors open 6 pm, drawing, 7:30 pm. Benefitting Toms River High School North Class of 2010. Cost includes tickets, dessert, and a drink. Information: 732-505-5705 or velchik@trschools.com - TOMS RIVER
    October 12
    Driving Miss Daisy, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 p.m. An elderly Jewish widow living in Atlanta can no longer drive. Her son insists she allow him to hire a driver, which in the 1950s meant a black man. She resists any change in her life but, Hoke, the driver is hired by her son. She refuses to allow him to drive her anywhere at first, but Hoke slowly wins her over with his native good graces. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Jay and the Americans, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. With three original band members. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    ROCKTOBER AT THE JERSEY SHORE - New Jersey State Championship Weekend, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 5:00 pm. Advance Auto Parts Modified Super DIRT Series "Guitar Jammin Twin 60's" Time Trials. Hoosier Tire / Sunoco Race Fuels Mr. DIRT 358 Modified Series - [50]. Sportsman "DARE TO BEAT US" Challenge - [40]. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    October 13
    Driving Miss Daisy, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 p.m. An elderly Jewish widow living in Atlanta can no longer drive. Her son insists she allow him to hire a driver, which in the 1950s meant a black man. She resists any change in her life but, Hoke, the driver is hired by her son. She refuses to allow him to drive her anywhere at first, but Hoke slowly wins her over with his native good graces. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Jersey Devil Haunted Hayride, Indian Rock Resort, 920 W. Veterans Highway (Route 528) Information: 732-928-0034 - JACKSON

    Art Show, Calgo Gardens, 84 Cross Street. 10 am - to 4 pm. Oil paintings, water colors, photographs, pottery, and sculpture featuring local artists. Rain date Oct. 14. Information: 732-363-3988 - LAKEWOOD
    The American Sound," by the Garden State Philharmonic, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Featuring Leonard Bernstein’s Overture to the Broadway musical Candide, modern American composer Joan Tower’s Made in America, Samuel Barber’s Concerto for Violin, and four dance episodes from Aaron Copland’s Rodeo. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Scarecrow Making Contest, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am. Basic supplies provided, select from a collection of cast-off clothing or bring your own. Snacks and cider. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES

    Concert: Quartet of San Francisco, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 pm. The Grammy-nominated Quartet. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Dirt Car Racing,, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 3:00 pm. Advance Auto Parts Modified Super DIRT Series - [2-60] Super Stock Fall Classic - [30] URC SPRINTS - [25]. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Jr. Biologist Program, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9 am - Noon. Go behind the scenes, help us feed some animals along the way, and learn what it takes to work here. Ages 11-16. Pre-registration required. Included in price of admission. Pre-register: 732-899-1659. Information: 732-899-1212 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    WeekEnd Classic: Yoni Levyatov at the piano, Fine Arts Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 8 pm. A program of beloved works by Haydn, Schubert and a rare performance of Karl Tausig's virtuoso extravaganza, Zigeunerweisen! Information: 732-255-0500 - TOMS RIVER

    13th Annual Pine Barrens Jamboree, Wells Mills County Park, 905 Wells Mills Rd. 10am - 5pm. Enjoy the music, crafters, food, kids activities & vendors that celebrate the rich history, industry & culture of the Pines. A great day out for the family. Rain or shine. Information: 609-971-3085 - WARETOWN

    October 14
    Driving Miss Daisy, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. Matinee: 2:00 p.m. An elderly Jewish widow living in Atlanta can no longer drive. Her son insists she allow him to hire a driver, which in the 1950s meant a black man. She resists any change in her life but, Hoke, the driver is hired by her son. She refuses to allow him to drive her anywhere at first, but Hoke slowly wins her over with his native good graces. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Annual LBI Commemorative 18-mile Run, Holgat to Barnegat Light. Benefits St. Francis Community Center. Information: 609-494-8861 or www.stfrancisecenterlbi.com - BRANT BEACH

    Jersey Devil Haunted Hayride, Indian Rock Resort, 920 W. Veterans Highway (Route 528) Information: 732-928-0034 - JACKSON

    Faculty Recital, Marron Chapel, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7 pm. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    229th Affair at Egg Harbor, Pulaski Monument. 3:00 p.m. Ceremony and Historic Interpretation. Information: 609-296-2685 - LITTLE EGG HARBOR

    Concert: Garden State Philharmonic, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 3 pm. Garden State Philharmonic under the direction of Conductor Anthony LaGruth plays American Sound featuring America's best composer. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Quilts in Autumn, Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Weekends 10 am - 4 pm. Historic & members' quilts displayed in every room of the Museum. Information: 732-341-1800 - TOMS RIVER

    October 15
    Quilts in Autumn, Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Weekdays 1 pm - 4 pm. Historic & members' quilts displayed in every room of the Museum. Information: 732-341-1800 - TOMS RIVER

    Flags through the Ages with John Sullivan, Waretown Historical Society, 182 Wells Mills Rd. 7:30 pm, Free. Information and registration: 609-693-4177 - WARETOWN

    October 16
    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11 am - 12:30 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes light refreshments. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Slide Presentation: Heart of the Pines, Giffordtown Schoolhouse Museum, 35 Leitz Blvd. & Wisteria Lane. 2:00 to 4:00 pm. The Rev. John Pearce will discuss items from his book, "Heart of the Pines", accompanied by a slide presentation and question and answer session. The museum is open May to Sept. every Wed. 10 am - Noon, 1 pm - 4 pm and every Sat. 2 - 4 pm. Operated by the Tuckerton Historical Society. Information: 609-294-1547 or www.tuckertonlehhs.org - LITTLE EGG HARBOR

    Quilts in Autumn, Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Weekdays 1 pm - 4 pm. Historic & members' quilts displayed in every room of the Museum. Information: 732-341-1800 - TOMS RIVER

    October 17
    Arsenic and Old Lace, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 p.m. A delightful farce revolving around Mortimer Brewster who must deal with his crazy family and local police as he debates whether to go through with marrying the woman he loves. His relatives include two spinster aunts who have taken to murdering old men by poisoning them with arsenic, a brother who believes he's Teddy Roosevelt, and a criminally murderous brother who - due to botched plastic surgery to evade the authorities - now looks like horror-film actor Boris Karloff. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Biographies from the Court - Mrs. Gould Welcomes Lillian Russell, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3 pm. Popular light opera and musical revue star. Price includes tea luncheon. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Quilts in Autumn, Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Weekdays 1 pm - 4 pm. Historic & members' quilts displayed in every room of the Museum. Information: 732-341-1800 - TOMS RIVER

    October 18
    Arsenic and Old Lace, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 p.m. & 8 p.m. A delightful farce revolving around Mortimer Brewster who must deal with his crazy family and local police as he debates whether to go through with marrying the woman he loves. His relatives include two spinster aunts who have taken to murdering old men by poisoning them with arsenic, a brother who believes he's Teddy Roosevelt, and a criminally murderous brother who - due to botched plastic surgery to evade the authorities - now looks like horror-film actor Boris Karloff. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Dinner Theatre: The Rat Pack, Holiday Inn, Rt. 72. Cost includes dinner at 7 pm, show at 8 pm. The Rat Pack returns with Holly Faris as Nancy Sinatra. Information: 609-481-6117 - MANAHAWKIN

    Quilts in Autumn, Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Weekdays 1 pm - 4 pm. Historic & members' quilts displayed in every room of the Museum. Information: 732-341-1800 - TOMS RIVER

    October 19
    Arsenic and Old Lace, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 p.m. A delightful farce revolving around Mortimer Brewster who must deal with his crazy family and local police as he debates whether to go through with marrying the woman he loves. His relatives include two spinster aunts who have taken to murdering old men by poisoning them with arsenic, a brother who believes he's Teddy Roosevelt, and a criminally murderous brother who - due to botched plastic surgery to evade the authorities - now looks like horror-film actor Boris Karloff. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Nunsense Theater Show, Brick Township Civic Center, 270 Chambers Bridge Rd. 7:30 pm. Free, reservations required. Information and reservations: 732-262-1006 - BRICK

    Fright Fest, Six Flags Great Adventure, Route 537. Included with park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    Stand-up comedian Ralphie May, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. From "Last Comic Standing. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Dracula, Community Center, West Calabreeze Way. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Little Egg Harbor Theatre Company. Free. Information: 609-812-1598. - LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP

    Jenkinson's A-SCARE-IUM, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. After the aquarium has closed from 6 - 9 pm. Follow maps & clues to our treasure. Information: 732-899-1212 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Quilts in Autumn, Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Weekdays 1 pm - 4 pm. Historic & members' quilts displayed in every room of the Museum. Information: 732-341-1800 - TOMS RIVER

    October 20
    Arsenic and Old Lace, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 p.m. A delightful farce revolving around Mortimer Brewster who must deal with his crazy family and local police as he debates whether to go through with marrying the woman he loves. His relatives include two spinster aunts who have taken to murdering old men by poisoning them with arsenic, a brother who believes he's Teddy Roosevelt, and a criminally murderous brother who - due to botched plastic surgery to evade the authorities - now looks like horror-film actor Boris Karloff. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Nunsense Theater Show, Brick Township Civic Center, 270 Chambers Bridge Rd. 3 pm. & 7:30 pm. Free, reservations required. Information and reservations: 732-262-1006 - BRICK

    Fall Festival, Bella Terra, 2 Kathleen Dr. noon - 3 pm. Rides, costume contest, music, crafts. Free. Information: 732-730-9500 - JACKSON

    Jersey Devil Haunted Hayride, Indian Rock Resort, 920 W. Veterans Highway (Route 528) Information: 732-928-0034 - JACKSON

    Model Railroaders, Lakewood Heritage Museum in the Board of Education Building, 655 Princeton Ave. 10 am - 4 pm. Lakewood Historical Society hosts the Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders, featuring the historic Blue Comet luxury train which ran through the area, electric train layouts in O, HO and G scale, an outdoor display of garden or G scale trains and Thomas the Tank along with refreshments and activities for kids. Information: 732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD

    Dinner theater: Nunsense II, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 7 pm. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Dracula, Community Center, West Calabreeze Way. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Little Egg Harbor Theatre Company. Free. Information: 609-812-1598. - LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP

    2nd Annual Car Show, First Aid Park, Asbury & Cape May Ave. 11 am - 4 pm. Music, Refreshments, Trophies, Door Prizes and more. All Proceeds benefit the Ocean Gate First Aid Squad. Rain Date Oct. 27. Information: 732-269-0756 - OCEAN GATE

    Reptile Awareness Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9 pm. Included in price of admission. Information: 732-899-1212 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Jenkinson's A-SCARE-IUM, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. After the aquarium has closed from 6 - 9 pm. Follow maps & clues to our treasure. Information: 732-899-1212 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Quilts in Autumn, Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Weekends 10 am - 4 pm. Historic & members' quilts displayed in every room of the Museum. Information: 732-341-1800 - TOMS RIVER

    50 Years of Barbershop, Toms River Intermediate School East, 1519 Hooper Ave. 2 pm & 7 pm. Show including a special tribute to The Music, Man and special guest quartet SAGE. Presented by the award-winning Oceanaires of the Barbership Harmony Society. Information: 732-240-2571 - TOMS RIVER

    Pajama Night - Story Time Under the Stars, Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 6 pm & 7:30 pm. Giant-sized pictures float among the stars to accompany the tales which are read live. Children will enjoy the stories and learn a bit about the stars and other objects visible in the nighttime sky. Feel free to wear comfy pajamas, bring a pillow or blanket and spend a relaxing hour under the planetarium stars. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2111 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm - TOMS RIVER

    Haunted Seaport, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    Lighthouse Challenge, NJ Lighthouse Society. Visit 11 coastal New Jersey Lighthouses from the Atlantic Ocean to the Delaware River. Some lighthouses may charge a fee to climb them. It can be done in one day, but not if you want to climb, visit the museums many have and/or talk to artists and authors who may be in attendance that day. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.njlhs.org - THROUGHOUT THE STATE

    October 21
    Observance of the Massacre at Long Beach Island, Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. Information: 609-494-2016. - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    NJ Safe Boating Certification One-Day Course, Barnegat Bay Sailing School, Cedar Creek Marina. 9 am - 5 pm. This course is designed to meet the new jersey safe boating requirements. Mandatory for boaters under 45 years of age. Cost includes text, exam and certification. Information: 732-269-1351 or www.sailingnj.com - BAYVILLE

    Arsenic and Old Lace, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. Matinee: 2:00 p.m. A delightful farce revolving around Mortimer Brewster who must deal with his crazy family and local police as he debates whether to go through with marrying the woman he loves. His relatives include two spinster aunts who have taken to murdering old men by poisoning them with arsenic, a brother who believes he's Teddy Roosevelt, and a criminally murderous brother who - due to botched plastic surgery to evade the authorities - now looks like horror-film actor Boris Karloff. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Jersey Devil Haunted Hayride, Indian Rock Resort, 920 W. Veterans Highway (Route 528) Information: 732-928-0034 - JACKSON

    Model Railroaders, Lakewood Heritage Museum in the Board of Education Building, 655 Princeton Ave. 11 am - 4 pm. Lakewood Historical Society hosts the Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders, featuring the historic Blue Comet luxury train which ran through the area, electric train layouts in O, HO and G scale, an outdoor display of garden or G scale trains and Thomas the Tank along with refreshments and activities for kids. Information: 732-276-7944 - LAKEWOOD

    Lunch theater: Nunsense II, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 1 pm. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Dracula, Community Center, West Calabreeze Way. 2 pm. Sponsored by the Little Egg Harbor Theatre Company. Free. Information: 609-812-1598. - LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP

    Horse, Barn & Home Flea Market, New Egypt Speedway, Route 539. 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Benefits Rein Dancer Therapeutic Riding Center. Information: 609-758-7624 days or 732-928-7477 evenings. - NEW EGYPT

    Walk for Breast Cancer. Information: 1-888-772-3862 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Annual Seaside ½ Marathon. Registration begins at 8 a.m. at Jimbo’s . Grant Avenue and the Boardwalk. Race begins at 10 a.m. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR or www.seasideheightstourism.com. For online registration visit www.oceanrunningclub.org - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Lighthouse Challenge, NJ Lighthouse Society. Visit 11 coastal New Jersey Lighthouses from the Atlantic Ocean to the Delaware River. Some lighthouses may charge a fee to climb them. It can be done in one day, but not if you want to climb, visit the museums many have and/or talk to artists and authors who may be in attendance that day. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.njlhs.org - THROUGHOUT THE STATE

    Aspiring Artists Series: Carolyn Moore & Friends An Afternoon of Broadway & Opera, Fine Arts Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 2 p.m. OCC Community Chorus' Director, Carolyn Moore, at the piano, will be joined by multi-talented performers, Mary Fioriano, soprano; Diane Daniels, mezzo-soprano; and Mark Hoeler, tenor for a wonderful afternoon of music evoking memories of Broadway and operatic favorites. Information: 732-255-0500 - TOMS RIVER

    Fall Shows, Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Legends of the Night Sky: Perseus and Andromeda, 7:00 pm; Fright Light, 8:30 pm. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2111 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm - TOMS RIVER

    October 23
    "Visiting Writer's Reading Series," Solar Lounge, College Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 11 am - 12:15 pm. Michal Govrin one of Israel’s most prominent writers, as well as an award-winning poet and theater director participates. Free. Information: 732-255-0375 - TOMS RIVER

    October 24
    Demonstration, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. A demonstration of oil landscapes by Joe Migliaccio. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    Fall Shows, Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Legends of the Night Sky: Perseus and Andromeda, 7:00 pm; Fright Light, 8:30 pm. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2111 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm - TOMS RIVER

    October 25
    Fall Shows, Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Laser Retro, 7:00 pm; Fright Light, 8:30 pm; Laser Zeppelin, 10:00 pm. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2111 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm - TOMS RIVER

    October 26
    Silver Dollar, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 p.m. A new musical work, never before seen on stage. Silver Dollar is the true story of an infamous triangle of love and scandal on the American frontier. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Fright Fest, Six Flags Great Adventure, Route 537. Included with park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

    Dr. Donovan's Miracle Medicine Show, Little Theatre, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 6:30 pm. A unique musical comedy revue in the Conversations Across Time series. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Dinner theater: Nunsense II, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 7 pm. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Haunted House, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES

    Jenkinson's A-SCARE-IUM, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. After the aquarium has closed from 6 - 9 pm. Follow maps & clues to our treasure. Information: 732-899-1212 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Halloween Family Fun Night - Boo at the Zoo, Insectropolis, 1761 Rt. 9. 6 pm - 9 pm. Follow a dimly lit path through the museum with a small flashlight. Information and reservations: 732-349-6200 or www.insectropolis.com - TOMS RIVER

    Fall Shows, Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Laser Retro, 7:00 pm; Fright Light, 8:30 pm; Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon, 10:00 pm. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2111 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm - TOMS RIVER

    Musical Comedy Murders of 1940, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Ave. 8 pm. Presented by Monsignor Donovan High School. Information and reservations : 732-349-8801, x 2499 - TOMS RIVER

    October 27
    Annual Halloween Campfire, Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Free. Robin More will be spinning his scary stories. Bring marshmallows and a stick to roast them on, a beach chair or blanket. The lighthouse will be open for anyone who wants to climb. Limited beach wheelchair available per advance 48-hour notice. Information: 1-877-627-2757 or www.oceancountyparks.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Silver Dollar, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 p.m. A new musical work, never before seen on stage. Silver Dollar is the true story of an infamous triangle of love and scandal on the American frontier. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Jersey Devil Haunted Hayride, Indian Rock Resort, 920 W. Veterans Highway (Route 528) Information: 732-928-0034 - JACKSON

    Jungle Jack Hanna, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 3 pm. It is an action packed, unpredictable show full of remarkable animals, breathtaking scenery, and good family fun while going along the educational, unscripted reality TV theme. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Nanny Rose School of Etiquette, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. A 90 minute program teaching children proper manners for dining, boys & girls ages 5-12. Includes interactive performance and light lunch. Reservations required. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Dinner theater: Nunsense II, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 7 pm. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Haunted House, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES

    "Mysterious Dwarf Pine Plains Forest" Halloween Hike, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 3 mile hike. Information and preregistration: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - NEW GRETNA

    Jenkinson's A-SCARE-IUM, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. After the aquarium has closed from 6 - 9 pm. Follow maps & clues to our treasure. Information: 732-899-1212 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Fall Shows, Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Legends of the Night Sky: Perseus and Andromeda, 12:00 pm; Laser Retro, 1:30 pm; Fright Light, 3:00 pm; Laser Zeppelin, 7:00 pm; Fright Light, 8:30 pm; Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon, 10:00 pm. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2111 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm - TOMS RIVER

    Halloween Family Fun Night - Boo at the Zoo, Insectropolis, 1761 Rt. 9. 6 pm - 9 pm. Follow a dimly lit path through the museum with a small flashlight. Information and reservations: 732-349-6200 or www.insectropolis.com - TOMS RIVER

    The Moody Blues, Ritacco Center/Poland Spring arena, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 8 pm. Tickets on sale September 7 at 10 am. Information: 732-818-8536 or www.ritaccocenter.com - TOMS RIVER

    Musical Comedy Murders of 1940, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Ave. 8 pm. Presented by Monsignor Donovan High School. Information and reservations : 732-349-8801, x 2499 - TOMS RIVER

    Haunted Seaport, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St. 7pm-9pm. The annual haunting of Tuckerton Seaport will provide guests of all ages with ghosts, games and goodies galore. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    Halloween Show & Costume Contest, Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. 7:30 p.m. Adult costume contest w/ prizes. All children in costume will receive a prize. Information: 609-971-1593 or www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN

    October 28
    Silver Dollar, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach.Matinee: 2:00 p.m. A new musical work, never before seen on stage. Silver Dollar is the true story of an infamous triangle of love and scandal on the American frontier. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Jersey Devil Haunted Hayride, Indian Rock Resort, 920 W. Veterans Highway (Route 528) Information: 732-928-0034 - JACKSON

    Nanny Rose School of Etiquette, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. A 90 minute program teaching children proper manners for dining, boys & girls ages 5-12. Includes interactive performance and light lunch. Reservations required. Information: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Lunch theater: Nunsense II, Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 1 pm. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Art Harvest Show, Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue. 1:00-4:00 pm. Information: 609-597-3557 or www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN

    27th Annual Halloween Parade, Route Bridge Ave. to Dorsett Dock Rd. to the rear of Pt. Pleasant Beach High School, judging at Wachovia Bank parking lot. 1 pm. rain or shine. Sponsored by the Pt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce. Information: 732-295-8850 or www.pointpleasantchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT

    Musical Comedy Murders of 1940, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Ave. 2 pm. Presented by Monsignor Donovan High School. Information and reservations : 732-349-8801, x 2499 - TOMS RIVER

    October 29
    "Visiting Writer's Reading Series," Solar Lounge, College Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 11 am - 12:15 pm. Moises Kaufman, a Tony and Emmy nominated director and award-winning playwright participates. Free. Information: 732-255-0375 - TOMS RIVER

    October 30
    Blackmore's Night, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Anglo-American Renaissance-inspired folk/rock band led by Richie Blackmore (of Deep Purple fame) and Candace Night. Buffet dinner by reservation available two hours prior in Strand Café. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    October 31
    Silver Dollar, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 p.m. & 8 p.m.A new musical work, never before seen on stage. Silver Dollar is the true story of an infamous triangle of love and scandal on the American frontier. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Toms River Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 Halloween Parade, Toms River Center, Main St./Rt. 166 & Rt. 37.proceeding south on Main St, east on Washington St, ending at Hooper Ave. 7 pm. Reported to be the second largest in the US. Information: 732-349-0144 or www.occis.com - TOMS RIVER


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