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

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

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

  • Anchor & Palette Art Gallery, 45 Mount St., BAY HEAD, www.anchorandpalette.com
  • LBI Arts & Science Foundation, LOVELADIES (Long Beach Island) lbifoundation.org
  • Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues, ISLAND HEIGHTS, ocartistsguild.org
  • M. Christina Geis Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave., LAKEWOOD; georgian.edu
  • Full Spectrum Gallery, 316 Main St., Rt. 88, LAKEWOOD; fullspectrumartstudio.com
  • Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Avenue, LAKEWOOD, www.strand.org
  • Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue, MANAHAWKIN, pineshoresartassociation.org
  • Fine Arts Center at Ocean County College, College Drive off Hooper Ave., TOMS RIVER, ocean.edu
  • Albert Music Hall, Saturday Nights, 131 Wells Mill Road (Rt. 532), WARETOWN, alberthall.org

    Ocean County History year round:
  • Navy Lakehurst Historical Society, LAKEHURST, nlhs.com
  • NJ Museum of Boating, 1800 Bay Avenue, Building 12, PT. PLEASANT, njmb.org
  • Pt. Pleasant Historical Society Museum, PT. PLEASANT BEACH, pointpleasanthistory.com
  • Colonel Charles Waterhouse Museum, #17 Washington St. on the upper floor of building, TOMS RIVER, usmcartist.com
  • Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave., TOMS RIVER, oceancountyhistory.org
  • Toms River Maritime Museum, Corner of Hopper Ave and Water Street, TOMS RIVER, www.co.ocean.nj.us/museums/TomsRiverSeaport/about.htm
  • Tuckerton Seaport, 120 West Main Street, TUCKERTON, tuckertonseaport.org
  • Ocean County and the Sea year round:
  • Barnegat Lighthouse (State Park), BARNEGAT LIGHT, www.state.nj.us/dep/forestry/parks/barnlig.htm
  • Jenkinson's Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave & the Boardwalk, PT. PLEASANT BEACH, jenkinsons.com
  • NJ Museum of Boating, 1800 Bay Avenue, Building 12, PT. PLEASANT, njmb.org
  • Island Beach State Park, SOUTH SEASIDE PARK, www.state.nj.us/dep/forestry/parks/island.htm
  • Toms River Maritime Museum, Corner of Hopper Ave and Water Street, TOMS RIVER, www.co.ocean.nj.us/museums/TomsRiverSeaport/about.htm
  • Tuckerton Seaport, 120 West Main Street, TUCKERTON, tuckertonseaport.org
  • September
  • Weekends in September
    Open weekends, Barnegat Light Museum, 5th St. and Central Ave. 11 am - 4 pm. Free admission. Information: 609-494-8578 or www.bl-hs.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT

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

  • Every 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

  • 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

  • September 6 - October 13
    The Clay Studio Resident Show, M.T Burton Gallery & 19th St. Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. Sculpture, installation and pottery. Information: 609-494-0006 or www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY

  • September 6 – October 19
    Exhibit: “Key Ingredients: America by Food,” Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Visitors will experience the many connections between local food, history and culture. A Smithsonian Exhibit. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    September 1
    Concert at the Dock: Angelo and Ricky, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Jazz. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT

    Special Labor Day Performance, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. Shows begin at 6 pm. Get in before 11pm to see the last performance. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

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

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

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

    September 3
    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Radio Disney, Jenkinson’s Pavilion, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7 pm. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    September 4
    Children’s Theatre: Winnie the Pooh, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    September 5
    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm & 8 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

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

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 7 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

    “Classic Car Cruise,” Downtown. 5 pm - 9 pm. Rain date 6/13. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
    New Jersey Offshore Power Boats. Parade at Down Arnold & Ocean Aves. at 7 pm. On display Fri. & Sat at Jenkinson's Inlet Parking lot. Information: 732-583-8501 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Mardi Gras Weekend, Grant Ave. 10:00 am. Free. Information: 1-800-SEA-SHORE or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    September 6
    Pirate's Day, Historic Downtown Barnegat. 9 am - 4 pm. Two entertainment venues, Pirate Re-enacters, over 100 vendors, food, all day fun, Pirate Ship. Sponsored by Barnegat Chamber of Commerce and Barnegat Township Recreation Dept. Information and registration: 609-698-6900 or www.barnegatchamber.com - BARNEGAT

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

    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Lavallette Heritage Day, 1st Aid Parking lot, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 10 am - 5:30 pm. Free. All day event arts and crafts, food, music, fun for children. Concert at 6:30 pm. Rain date Sept. 7. No dogs allowed at this event. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 7 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

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

    New Jersey Offshore Power Boats, arrive and are on display Fri. & Sat at Jenkinson's Inlet Parking lot. Information: 732-583-8501 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Mardi Gras Weekend, Grant Ave. 2 pm. Entertainment and fireworks. Information: 1-800-SEA-SHORE or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Irish Festival, Waterfront Park, 10th St. & Shore Ave. 11 am - 7 pm. Sponsored by Ancient Order of Hibernians of LBI. Charge. Beer garden. www.lbiaoh.com Inforation: 609-494-2171 - SHIP BOTTOM

    Antique & Classic Boat Show, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. Two splendid days of classic wood and glass boat exhibitors, demonstrations, workshops, vendors, food & refreshments and entertainment. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    Avian Athletes, Interpretive Center, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 2:00 p.m. Make a “flattie” decoy charge to cover cost of craft materials. Pre-registration required. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest & Crab Chix. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    September 7
    Garvey-Skiff Races, Taylor Ave. at the Bay. Start at 12 noon and run to about 4:30pm. All local races free to the public. Sponsored by East Coast Barnegat Racing Club of New Jersey Information: www.ecbrcnj.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

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

    Rock 'n' Ride, beginning at Sunset Park. Leisurely biking along Long Beach Island. Sponsored by the Red Cross. Information: 732-493-9100 Ext-225. - HARVEY CEDARS

    Seasonal: A Walk In The Park, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. "A Walk in the Park." Don’t let kid’s fight cancer alone, register for our 2K fundraiser. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON

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

    "DAY OF DESTRUCTION," New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 1 pm. Enduro Race/Demolition Derby/600cc Micro Sprints. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    New Jersey Offshore Power Boat Race, along the Atlantic Ocean coastline visible from shore. Information: 732-583-8501 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Car Show and Flea Market, Bay Boulevard. 9 am - 3 pm. Information: 1-800-SEA-SHORE or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Vintage Auto Show, Bay Blvd. 8:30-3:00 pm. Sponsored by the Vintage Automobile Club of New Jersey. Information: 732-797-1456 or www.vintageautomuseum.org - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Mardi Gras Weekend, Grant Ave. Entertainment and fireworks. Information: 1-800-SEA-SHORE or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Seafood in Seaside, Grant Avenue. 10 am - 7 pm. Seafood Festival with Seafood vendors, artists, crafters and live entertainment. Also, Information: 1-800-SEA-SHORE or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Irish Festival, Waterfront Park, 10th St. & Shore Ave. 10 am - 7 pm. Sponsored by Ancient Order of Hibernians of LBI. Charge. Beer garden. www.lbiaoh.com Inforation: 609-494-2171 - SHIP BOTTOM

    Antique & Classic Boat Show, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. Two splendid days of classic wood and glass boat exhibitors, demonstrations, workshops, vendors, food & refreshments and entertainment. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    29th Ocean County Bluegrass Festival, Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. 12 - 5pm. Information: 609-971-1593 or www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN

    September 8
    Concert at the Dock: The Hi- Fives, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Pirate's Day Fireworks to follow concert. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT

    September 9
    Toddler Make and Take, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 10:30 am. Make marine life crafts, listen to a story, and learn about some of our animals. Ages 3-5 with an adult. Includes all day aquarium admission. Call to pre-register. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    September 10
    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm & 8 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    ClownFest, Boardwalk. An international festival of clowns, including classes, parades for professional and amateur clowns and more. More details to follow. Information: 732-854-8000 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    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

    September 11
    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm & 8 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

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

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

    ClownFest, Boardwalk. An international festival of clowns, including classes, parades for professional and amateur clowns and more. More details to follow. Information: 732-854-8000 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Speaker, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 4:30 pm. Jay Mann, an editor of The Sandpaper, comment, ask questions, and off the record facts from one of the most entertaining, knowledgeable, opinionated writers in NJ. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    September 12
    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 7 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

    ClownFest, Boardwalk. An international festival of clowns, including classes, parades for professional and amateur clowns and more. More details to follow. Information: 732-854-8000 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    September 13
    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Bus Tour of Historic Sites in Brick, Cultural Arts Center, 521 Herbertsville Rd. 1 pm - 3 pm. Refreshments. Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 7 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

    Modified Twin 20s, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Sportsman, Super Stocks, Crate-1, Outlaw Stocks. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Reptile Encounter, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm. Here is your chance to have an up-close encounter with some of our reptiles. In this one of a kind adventure you will discover interesting facts about snakes, turtles, and alligators. Call to pre-register. Ages 7 and up. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    ClownFest, Boardwalk. An international festival of clowns, including classes, parades for professional and amateur clowns and more. Fireworks at 9 pm. Information: 732-854-8000 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Speaker: Working the Cycle, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 1 pm. Jaclyn Stewart, Director, Jersey Shore Folklife Center at Tuckerton Seaport. Free. Information: 609-859-8860 or www.pinelandsalliance.org - TUCKERTON

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

    September 14
    Antique Show, Viking Village, 19th & Bayview Ave. 9 am - 5 pm. Information: 609-361-8039 or www.vikingvillageshows.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Swingtime Canteen, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 pm. This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    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: Sept. 28. Free, open to the public. Information: 732-901-7000 ext.112 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Klascar Legends, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 1 pm. 600 Modifieds-600cc Micro Sprints-Open Vintage Cars. 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

    ClownFest, Boardwalk. An international festival of clowns, including classes, parades for professional and amateur clowns and more. Parade at 2pm. Information: 732-854-8000 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    September 17
    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    September 18
    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm & 8 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    September 19
    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm & 8 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 7 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

    Stafford Twp Heritage Weekend, Heritage Park. 9 am - 4 pm. Living history & historic battle reenactment, colonial & civil war music, lumberjack show, wine tasting, museums open, historic occupations demonstrated, etc. Information: 609-597-5947 or www.staffordhistory.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Point Pleasant Beach Manasquan Inlet Boat Parade, Manasquan Inlet. 5 - 9 pm. Information: 732-892-1118 ext. 232 or www.pointpleasantbeach.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Armenian Flag Raising, 101 Hooper Ave. 1 p.m. - TOMS RIVER

    September 20 International Coastal Cleanup, Alliance for a Living Ocean, 528 Dock Rd. Join people around the globe who give their time to pick up trash and debris along the coastlines. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 7 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

    Stafford Twp Heritage Weekend, Heritage Park. 9 am - 4 pm. Living history & historic battle reenactment, colonial & civil war music, lumberjack show, wine tasting, museums open, historic occupations demonstrated, etc. Information: 609-597-5947 or www.staffordhistory.org - MANAHAWKIN

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

    Seafood 5-Mile Run, Bandshell at Arnold & Baltimore Aves. Race 9 am, late registration at 7 am. Information: 732-892-1089 or www.pointpleasantlions.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Elks Octoberfest, Arnold Ave. 10 am - 8 pm. Information: 732-899-7638 or www.pointpleasantelks.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    “31nd Annual Festival of the Sea,” downtown Pt.Pleasant Beach. 10 am - 7 pm. 5-mile run starting at 9 am. Food, arts, crafts, live entertainment, games, antiques. Sponsored: Pt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce. Free. Raindate Sept. 20. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointpleasantbeachnj.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Pine Barrens Careers, Lake Absegami Beach Complex, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 6:00 p.m. Bring chairs. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    September 21
    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Brick Twp Historical Society Breakfast, Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Rd. Seatings at 9:30 am & 11:00 am. Re-creation of the event which took place here on a daily basis when the building was an inn and tavern in the 1800s. Costumed servers and period furniture to add to the experience. Donation. Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK

    Stafford Twp Heritage Weekend, Heritage Park. 9 am - 4 pm. Living history & historic battle reenactment, colonial & civil war music, lumberjack show, wine tasting, museums open, historic occupations demonstrated, etc. Information: 609-597-5947 or www.staffordhistory.org - MANAHAWKIN

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

    “Hey Rube Get a Tube” Race, in Atlantic Ocean. 2:30 pm. Parade at noon, Arnold & Ocean Aves. Arts & Crafts 10 am - 5 pm. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointpleasantbeachnj.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    National Public Lands Day , Forest Office, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bring water, lunch and work gloves; snacks provided. Pre-registration requested. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    September 24
    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm & 8 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    September 25
    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm & 8 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    September 26
    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 7 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

    September 27
    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 7 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

    BBQ, Central United Methodist Church, Arnold Ave. 5 pm. Information: 732-892-3233 or www.gbgm-umc.org/cumcppb/ - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    F.I.S.H. (Fishin' in Seaside Heights), between the two amusment piers. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Registration at 9:00 a.m. A children's fishing tournament on the oceanfront. Information: 1-800-SEA-SHORE or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Fall Garden Day, Rutgers Cooperative Research and Extension, 1623 Whitesville Road. 10 am - 2 pm. Ocean County Master Gardener speakers give lectures and demonstrations to help Ocean County residents with winter preparation of their gardens. Open to the public and is free. Door prizes and light refreshments. Information: 732-349-1245 - TOMS RIVER

    Pizza-Pasta- Pastry Italian Food Festival, Washington St. 11 am - 5:00 pm. The menu is Italian, the tasts are mouth-watering, and the fun lasts all day! Food, entertainment, handcrafts, children's area. Games and contests for everyone! Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

    BookFest, Ocean County Library, Library Courtyard 101 Washington Street. 11 am - 3 pm. Information: 732-349-6200 - TOMS RIVER

    26th ANNUAL OCEAN COUNTY DECOY & GUNNING SHOW, "Tip" Seaman Park, Lakeside Dr. & Rt. 9, Pinelands Regional High School & Middle School, Nugentown Rd. Admission free. 7 am - 5 pm. Join us for this exciting event celebrating the culture of the area! 500+ vendors and exhibits featuring decoy carving, water fowling, nature, the bay and coastal heritage celebrating the rich history, sporting traditions and unique ecology of the Barnegat Bay area. Information: 609-971-3085 - TUCKERTON

    26th Annual Ocean County Decoy & Gunning Show, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Join us for this exciting event celebrating the culture of the area. New for '08 carnival rides at the Seaport! Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    September 28
    Barnum, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 pm. Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Junior Biologist Program, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9 a.m. - Noon. Ever wonder what it’s like to work at Jenkinson’s Aquarium? Go behind the scenes, help us feed some animals along the way, and learn what it takes to work here. Call to pre-register. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    26th ANNUAL OCEAN COUNTY DECOY & GUNNING SHOW, "Tip" Seaman Park, Lakeside Dr. & Rt. 9, Pinelands Regional High School & Middle School, Nugentown Rd. Admission free. 7 am - 5 pm. Join us for this exciting event celebrating the culture of the area! 500+ vendors and exhibits featuring decoy carving, water fowling, nature, the bay and coastal heritage celebrating the rich history, sporting traditions and unique ecology of the Barnegat Bay area. Information: 609-971-3085 - TUCKERTON

    26th Annual Ocean County Decoy & Gunning Show, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Join us for this exciting event celebrating the culture of the area. New for '08 carnival rides at the Seaport! Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON


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