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.
Bi-Plane rides over the Shore, The Cannibal Queen, Robert J. Miller Airpark, Route 530. 30,60 and 90 minute rides,
aboard a 1942 Open Cockpit, WWII Stearman bi-plane $$ Information: 1-800-247-2371 or
or www.biplaneridesovernjb.com - BERKELEY TWP
Exhibit: Eclectic Pine Shores Art Association Artists Gallery, Stafford Library, 129 North Main St. Artist Csilla
Bialoboki, Ilomay Pedicini, Mike Lipton, Nick Saulle, Marie Thompson, & Lee Wagner are exhibiting there works. Mon.,
Wed. & Thurs. 9 am - 9 pm, Tues., Fri., & Sat. 9 am-5 pm, Sun. 1 pm-5 pm. Information: 609-597-3557 or
www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN
Exhibit: “Serne” Seascapes, Waretown Library, 112 Main St. Waretown-based artist Harriet Fink is exhibiting her
watercolors and note cards. Mon. 1-9, Wed. & Fri. 1-5, Tues. & Thurs. 10-5, Sat. 10-1. Information: 609-597-3557 or
www.pineshoresartassociation.org - WARETOWN
Every Sunday
Art Harvest Show, Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue. Gallery hours Sunday 1 pm - 3 pm, Wednesday
10 am - 3 pm. View winners of annual show. Free admission. Information: 609-597-3557 or
www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 11 - 5 pm. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Gallery Open of Artist Virgina Perle, 96 E. Water St. Noon - 4 pm. Runs from December 6 - 24th, Wednesday - Sunday.
Information: 732-244-4300 - TOMS RIVER
Tuckerton Junction Railroad Company Interactive Display, Flag2Flag Racing Bldg., Lizzie Rose Plaza, 213C E. Main St.
10 am - 6 pm. Indoor train display, hand built, multi tracked model railroad display featuring LIONEL trains.
12+ operating tracks with a subway system, trolley line and interactive button system where
visitors operate scenes. $ Starts November 28th. Information: 609-812-0300 - TUCKERTON
Every Tuesday
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 6 pm. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Every Wednesday
Art Harvest Show, Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue. Gallery hours Sunday 1 pm - 3 pm, Wednesday
10 am - 3 pm. View winners of annual show. Free admission. Information: 609-597-3557 or
www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 6 pm. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Gallery Open of Artist Virgina Perle, 96 E. Water St. Noon - 4 pm. Runs from December 6 - 24th, Wednesday - Sunday.
Information: 732-244-4300 - TOMS RIVER
Tuckerton Junction Railroad Company Interactive Display, Flag2Flag Racing Bldg., Lizzie Rose Plaza, 213C E. Main St.
11 am - 5 pm. Indoor train display, hand built, multi tracked model railroad display featuring LIONEL trains.
12+ operating tracks with a subway system, trolley line and interactive button system where
visitors operate scenes. $ Starts November 28th. Information: 609-812-0300 - TUCKERTON
Every Thursday
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 6 pm. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Gallery Open of Artist Virgina Perle, 96 E. Water St. Noon - 4 pm. Runs from December 6 - 24th, Wednesday - Sunday.
Information: 732-244-4300 - TOMS RIVER
Tuckerton Junction Railroad Company Interactive Display, Flag2Flag Racing Bldg., Lizzie Rose Plaza, 213C E. Main St.
11 am - 5 pm. Indoor train display, hand built, multi tracked model railroad display featuring LIONEL trains.
12+ operating tracks with a subway system, trolley line and interactive button system where
visitors operate scenes. $ Starts November 28th. Information: 609-812-0300 - TUCKERTON
Every Friday
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 6 pm. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club, 520 Arnold Ave. Dinner at 8 pm, shows at 10 pm. Comedians and prices vary, shows added
during summer, check website for details. Information: 732-899-3900 or
www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Gallery Open of Artist Virgina Perle, 96 E. Water St. Noon - 4 pm. Runs from December 6 - 24th, Wednesday - Sunday.
Information: 732-244-4300 - TOMS RIVER
Tuckerton Junction Railroad Company Interactive Display, Flag2Flag Racing Bldg., Lizzie Rose Plaza, 213C E. Main St.
11 am - 5 pm. Indoor train display, hand built, multi tracked model railroad display featuring LIONEL trains.
12+ operating tracks with a subway system, trolley line and interactive button system where
visitors operate scenes. $ Starts November 28th. Information: 609-812-0300 - TUCKERTON
Every Saturday
Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 11 - 6 pm. New Jersey's newest and Ocean County's only
winery, offering 17 tasting menu wines, a gift shop and deli serving homemade soups, freshly made sandwiches, gourmet
cheeses, snacks, bottled water and beverages. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com -
NEW EGYPT
Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club, 520 Arnold Ave. Dinner at 8 pm, shows at 10 pm. Comedians and prices vary, shows added
during summer, check website for details. Information: 732-899-3900 or
www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Gallery Open of Artist Virgina Perle, 96 E. Water St. Noon - 4 pm. Runs from December 6 - 24th, Wednesday - Sunday.
Information: 732-244-4300 - TOMS RIVER
Tuckerton Junction Railroad Company Interactive Display, Flag2Flag Racing Bldg., Lizzie Rose Plaza, 213C E. Main St.
10 am - 6 pm. Indoor train display, hand built, multi tracked model railroad display featuring LIONEL trains.
12+ operating tracks with a subway system, trolley line and interactive button system where
visitors operate scenes. $ Starts November 28th. Information: 609-812-0300 - TUCKERTON
Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. Live county, bluegrass, and folk music. Doors Open at 6:30 pm
& music begins at 7:30 pm. Information: 609-971-1593
www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN
September 6 - December 6
Exhibit: Henry Husons' Barnegat Bay, New Jersey Museum of Boating, Building 12, Johnson Brothers Boat Works, 1800 Bay
Ave. Museum hours. Self-guided, celebrating the 400th anniversary of Hudson's voyage of discovery. Information: 732-295-2072 -
POINT PLEASANT
October 10 - December 6
5th Annual Long Beach Island Surf Fishing Classic. Opens October 10th at 5 am and closes December 6th at 6 pm.
One of the longest running fishing contests on the east coast. Daily, weekly, segment and grand prizes for striped bass and
bluefish caught from the shores of LBI. Charge for register at aw eigh-in station. Information: 609-494-7211 or
www.visitLBIregion.comm - LONG BEACH ISLAND
November - January 5
“Jersey Fresh” Artwork, Long Beach Island Library, 217 S. Central Ave. Students of LBI artist Carol Freas of Pine
Shores Art Association will exhibit their art. Mon. & Wed. 9-9, Tues., Thurs.– Sat. 9-5. Information: 609-597-3557 or
www.pineshoresartassociation.org - SURF CITY/LONG BEACH ISLAND
November 28 - June 18
Exhibit: Beatles, Unshredded Nostalgia, 323 S. Main St., Route 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Open reception November 28 between
4 pm - 7 pm. Information: 1-800-872-9990 or www.unshreddednostalgia.com
- BARNEGAT
November 30 - Decebber 21
Casino Pier Holiday Coupon Books on Sale for 2010 for Rides/Attractions/Food at Pier Grille, 800 Ocean Terrace.
Weekends noon - 4 pm. Also on sale at www.casinopiernj.com/store. Includes 10 Rides, sky ride, waterpark, golf, carousel,
arcade points and bonus and Sausage sandwich Information: 732-793-6488 or
www.casinopiernj.com/store - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
November 30 - January 15
The Joys and Toys of Christmas, Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Ave. 10 am - 4 pm.
Collection of Christmas Antiques from past generations. Donations accepted. Information: 732-341-1880 or
www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER
December - January 15
Holidays Through The Decades, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. A display of trees, trains
and treasures in Tucker's Island Lighthouse Gallery. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
December 5 - 29
Victorian Open House., Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. Opening Reception is Dec. 5.
Free. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1 pm - 4 pm, closed holidays.
Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org -
ISLAND HEIGHTS
December 2
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
Lighting of the Official Ocean County Tree, West Lawn, Ocean County Administration Building, 101 Hooper Ave. 4:45 pm.
Songs of the season, followed by light refreshments. Information: 732-929-2000 - TOMS RIVER
December 4
Christmas Symphony Concert, Sacred Heart Church Hall, 751 Main Ave. 8 pm. Father Alphonse Stephenson Conducting.
$ Information: 888-Go-Jolly or www.address.com - BAY HEAD
The Ghosts of Long Beach Island and Castle Cill, The Engleside Inn, 30 Engleside Ave. 6:30 pm.
Murder Mystery Show. DJ, dancing and prizes. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or
www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 7:30 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Second Annual Victorian Christmas Festival & Gift Boutique, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 10 am - 4 pm.
Gift boutique, craft fair, railroad display by Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders. Featuring Thomas the Tank Engine,
Polar Express and Harry Potter, pictures with Santa. Kid’s activity station, refreshments, Victorian Carolers, etc.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
"Scrooge" The Musical, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. This light-hearted look at Charles
Dickens' “A Christmas Carol” is an ideal festive warm-up treat. The 'Ghost of Christmas Past' will make you sad, the
'Ghost of Christmas Present' will make you laugh and the 'Ghost of Christmas Yet-To-Come' will alarm! $ Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Toms River Township Tree Lighting Ceremony, Courtyard at Town Hall, 33 Washington St. 6 pm - 8:30 pm
Musical Entertainment and Performers from 6:00 - 7:15 pm, Santa’s arrival & Christmas Tree Lighting from 7:15 - 7:30 pm,
and Photos with Santa at Town Hall 7:30 - 8:30 pm. Hot Chocolate & Cookies for purchase during event.
Information: 732-341-8738 or www.address.com - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Monsignor Donovan’s High School Choir, Toms River Courtyard, Washington Street. 6 pm. Concert at the tree
lighting. Information: 732-349-8801 or www.mondonhs.com - TOMS RIVER
Fernwood Christmas Tree Festival, Village VII at Fernwood Hall, 1 Falmouth Avenue. 10 am - 3 pm. There is no charge
to see dozens of beautifully decorated trees and displays, visit with Santa, and enjoy some holiday refreshments. Trees
will be decorated by individuals, local businesses, churches, and groups. Sponsored by Crestwood Village VII.
Information: 732-350-4847 - WHITING
December 5
Dedication of Stolt Dagali Anchor, Museum of New Jersey Maritime History, Dock Rd. & West Ave. 11 am. Meet the people
responsible for this incredible recovery! Nov. 26, 1964 the Norwegian tanker, Stolt Dagali, sank 18 miles out of the
Manasquan Inlet. Earlier this year, its 5,000 pound anchor was recovered. Light refreshments will be provided.
Information: 609-492-3645 or www.museumofnjmh.com - BEACH HAVEN
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 7:30 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
26th Annual Home Tour, Firehouse, 111 Ocean Avenue. 10 am to 4 pm. Part of “Christmas in Island Heights”
Free admission to craft shows. Breakfast at church from 8 am to 10 am $. Full lunch available $. Information:
732-929-0444 - ISLAND HEIGHTS
26th Annual Home Tour, Part of “Christmas in Island Heights”. 10 am to 4 pm. Tour six homes in historic Island
Heights, including the newly renovated Peto home/studio. Breakfast at church from 8 am to 10 am. Also two tea rooms
with hot beverages and goodies $. Full lunch available $. $ Information: 732-929-0444 - ISLAND HEIGHTS
Second Annual Victorian Christmas Festival & Gift Boutique, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 10 am - 4 pm.
Gift boutique, craft fair, railroad display by Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders. Featuring Thomas the Tank Engine,
Polar Express and Harry Potter, pictures with Santa. Kid’s activity station, refreshments, Victorian Carolers, etc.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
"Scrooge" The Musical, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. This light-hearted look at Charles
Dickens' “A Christmas Carol” is an ideal festive warm-up treat. The 'Ghost of Christmas Past' will make you sad, the
'Ghost of Christmas Present' will make you laugh and the 'Ghost of Christmas Yet-To-Come' will alarm! $ Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Fred’s Christmas Cabaret, Ice Cream Musical, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave.
(Route 35 north). 12 pm, 2 pm, 5 pm, & 7 pm. A Music Man Email Club ONLY Show. Information: 732-854-2779 or
www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Garden State Philharmonic Presents: A Holiday Pops Spectacular, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000
McKinley Ave. 7:30 pm. Celebrate the season with Ocean County’s very own professional orchestra sharing holiday favorites
from both popular and classical genres. A fun for the entire family, sing-a-longs will be featured.
$ Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Junior Keepers, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9 am - Noon. Experience the aquarium from an employee’s
point of view, assist with animal enrichment, logging and feeding. Ages 11-15. Sneakers required. $ Information:
732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
30th Annual Ship Bottom Christmas Parade, On Long Beach Blvd. from 5th-25th Streets. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Theme this year
"Holiday Surfing Safari" Homemade floats and antique cars. The Judging Stand will be at 20th St & the Blvd.
Information: 609-494-2171 - SHIP BOTTOM
Scrapbooking Event, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue. 8 am - 5 pm. Cost includes lessons, breakfast, lunch,
snacks, and drinks. Sponsored by Monsignor Donovan H.S. Cheerleaders. Pre-register at cropatdonovan@yahoo.com - TOMS RIVER
Intermediate North Craft Fair, Interm. North, Interm. North Way off 571. Doors will open at 9 am and close at 1 pm.
Holiday hand made items for sale. No entrance fee - TOMS RIVER
Concert, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Noon. Music Performance by Monsignor Donovan’s High School Choir.
Information: 732-349-8801 or www.mondonhs.com - TOMS RIVER
Ocean County College Concert Band presents: Sounds of the Season, Toms River High School North, Old Freehold Rd. 8 pm.
$ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
Santa Comes to Sco-Jo’s, Sco-Jo’s, 120 W. Main St. 10 am - Noon. All Saints Bell Choir and Santa Claus, Holiday
celebration, hot chocolate. Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Family Fun: A Merry “Green” Holiday Season, Jacques Cousteau Coastal Education Center, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 1 pm - 3 pm.
Learn about environmentally friendly gift giving tips and make an earth friendly decoration from wrapping paper to
ornaments. Fun for all ages! Registration is required for all programs. Information and registration: 609-812-0649 ext.
206 or www.jcnerr.org - TUCKERTON
Fernwood Christmas Tree Festival, Village VII at Fernwood Hall, 1 Falmouth Avenue. 10 am - 3 pm. There is no charge
to see dozens of beautifully decorated trees and displays, visit with Santa, and enjoy some holiday refreshments. Trees
will be decorated by individuals, local businesses, churches, and groups. Sponsored by Crestwood Village VII.
Information: 732-350-4847 - WHITING
December 6
Santa Sundays, Cox House, Rt 9 and East Bay Ave. 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Bring your camera for a picture with Mr. and Mrs.
Claus. Tour the Cox House to see themed trees and train set. Donations accepted. Information: 609-494-7211 or
www.visitlbiregion.com - BARNEGAT
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: New Jersey Chamber Singers present Messiah, Holy Innocents Church, Marine St. 4 pm. $ Information: 732-389-5426
or www.njchambersingers.org - BEACH HAVEN
Vintage Auto Show in the Lacey Christmas Parade, Lacey Rd. 2 - 3 pm. Information: 732-797-1456 or
www.vintageautomuseum.org - FORKED RIVER
17th Annual Double Gift Galleries, Gallery of Artist Virgina Perle, 96 E. Water St. noon to 5 pm. Information:
732-244-4300, Toms River. Also, Home Studio of Potter Gert Cooke, 104 Chestnut St. Information: 732-270-3569.
Light refreshments. ISLAND HEIGHTS/TOMS RIVER
Second Annual Victorian Christmas Festival & Gift Boutique, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 10 am - 4 pm.
Gift boutique, craft fair, railroad display by Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders. Featuring Thomas the Tank Engine,
Polar Express and Harry Potter, pictures with Santa. Kid’s activity station, refreshments, Victorian Carolers, etc.
Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD
Tree Lighting, Lakewood Town Hall, Third St. Noon. Concert at the tree lighting by Monsignor Donovan’s High School
Choir. Information: 732-349-8801 or www.mondonhs.com - LAKEWOOD
"Scrooge" The Musical, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2:00 pm. This light-hearted look at Charles
Dickens' “A Christmas Carol” is an ideal festive warm-up treat. The 'Ghost of Christmas Past' will make you sad, the
'Ghost of Christmas Present' will make you laugh and the 'Ghost of Christmas Yet-To-Come' will alarm! $ Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
17th Annual Double Gift Galleries, Gallery of Artist Virgina Perle, 96 E. Water St. noon to 5 pm. Information:
732-244-4300, Toms River. Also, Home Studio of Potter Gert Cooke, 104 Chestnut St. Information: 732-270-3569.
Light refreshments. ISLAND HEIGHTS/TOMS RIVER
Charles Laurita: Laurita Performs At Laurita! Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 1 pm - 4 pm. Laurita’s youngest
performer, guitar and vocals from the 1930's to contemporary. Information: 800-Laurita or or
www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT
Holiday Pops Concert, Toms River High School North Auditorium, Old Freehold Rd. 3 pm. Holiday music. $ Information:
732-255-0460 or www.gardenstatephilharmonic.org - TOMS RIVER
Fernwood Christmas Tree Festival, Village VII at Fernwood Hall, 1 Falmouth Avenue. 10 am - 3 pm. There is no charge
to see dozens of beautifully decorated trees and displays, visit with Santa, and enjoy some holiday refreshments. Trees
will be decorated by individuals, local businesses, churches, and groups. Sponsored by Crestwood Village VII.
Information: 732-350-4847 - WHITING
December 8
Family Fun: Seals: New Jersey’s Winter Visitors, Jacques Cousteau Coastal Education Center, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 7 pm - 8 pm.
Discover which seals come to New Jersey, why they come, where they come from and how they adapt to life in the cold. Interactive
presentation with hands on activities. Registration is required for all programs. Information and registration: 609-812-0649
ext. 206 or www.jcnerr.org - TUCKERTON
December 9
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
Christmas with The Smithereens, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Let The Smithereens bring in
holiday season with their signature brand of pop rockin' radio hits. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or
www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Toddler Make & Take, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 10:30 am. Make marine life crafts, listen to
a story and learn about animals. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com
- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Holiday Open House, Boutique and Art Sale! 234 N. 19th St. 10 am - 5 pm. Includes works of hostess Cathleen Engelsen,
Photographer Janet Greco of Frozenbay, Fine Crafts of Tracy Simons' shell craft wreaths and ornaments, Authentic hand
picked sea glass Jewelry by Coqui Corner Jewels, winter scarves by Jen Suralik, Tom Hoechst’s silver spoon bracelets, Anna
Halpin’s choc covered specialty snacks and fresh Maine Balsam handmade goods by Sharon Kuenzler. House tour mulled wine,
hot chocolate, home made cookies and enter to win many free door prizes. Information: 609-494-5079 - SURF CITY
Wednesday Walk in the Woods, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 10 am - 1 pm. Explore the nature of Bass River
State Forest on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike. Bring lunch is optional. Information and registration : 609-296-1114 or
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html
- TUCKERTON
Lunch n’ Learn: Sedge Island Past & Present, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 12:30 pm. Learn the history and
purpose of the Sedge Island with Jim Merritt, Director of the Sedge House. Charge includes soup and salad option or bring your
own lunch. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org -
TUCKERTON
December 10
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Holiday Carolette, Cultural Center, 515 Herbertsville Rd. 7 pm. Adaptation story of Scrooge followed by Holiday
Sing-A-Longs. $ Information: 732-262-1006 or www.guildtheatreworks.org
- BRICK
Irish Christmas in America, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Produced by Teada with vocalist Seamus
Begley, Grainne Hambley, Tommy Martling and Brian Cunningham. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or
www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Holiday Open House, Boutique and Art Sale! 234 N. 19th St. 10 am - 5 pm. Includes works of hostess Cathleen Engelsen,
Photographer Janet Greco of Frozenbay, Fine Crafts of Tracy Simons' shell craft wreaths and ornaments, Authentic hand
picked sea glass Jewelry by Coqui Corner Jewels, winter scarves by Jen Suralik, Tom Hoechst’s silver spoon bracelets, Anna
Halpin’s choc covered specialty snacks and fresh Maine Balsam handmade goods by Sharon Kuenzler. House tour mulled wine,
hot chocolate, home made cookies and enter to win many free door prizes. Information: 609-494-5079 - SURF CITY
Christmas Tea in the Victorian Tradition, Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Ave. Seatings: 1:30 pm & 3:30 pm.
Seating in the decorated Victorian Pierson-Sculthorpe House. Visit our Little Treasures Boutique for your Christmas shopping.
$ Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org
- TOMS RIVER
Holiday House Tour, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11 am - 4 pm. Visit charming and festively decorated
Tuckerton and Little Egg Harbor homes. Enjoy a wonderful holiday display of “Holiday through the Decades” at the Seaport.
Self-guided map and light refreshments provided. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
December 11
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 7:30 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Annual Victorian and Cranberry Christmas at the Museum, Havens Homestead and Lizzie Herbert House, 521 Herbertsville Rd.
6 pm - 9 pm. Visit their historic farmhouse with costumed guides, find out why the cranberry was important in historic Brick life,
take pictures with their Victorian Santa. A handmade ornament for each family, refreshments, and entertainment. $
Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com
- BRICK
Holiday Carolette, Cultural Center, 515 Herbertsville Rd. 7 pm. Adaptation story of Scrooge followed by Holiday
Sing-A-Longs. $ Information: 732-262-1006 or www.guildtheatreworks.org
- BRICK
"Scrooge" The Musical, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. This light-hearted look at Charles
Dickens' “A Christmas Carol” is an ideal festive warm-up treat. The 'Ghost of Christmas Past' will make you sad, the
'Ghost of Christmas Present' will make you laugh and the 'Ghost of Christmas Yet-To-Come' will alarm! $ Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Italian Holiday Feast, Adrian Hall, East Cape May Ave. 7 pm - 9 pm. Cost includes appetizers to desserts. Proceeds
benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County. Information:732-905-5349 or
www.bbbsoc.org - OCEAN GATE
Annual Tree Lighting, Community Park and Boro Hall, Bridge Ave. 6 pm. Take home a free picture with Mr. and Mrs. Claus
by photographer Tim Shahady. Information: 732-892-3434 or www.ptboro.com
- POINT PLEASANT
Holiday House Tour, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11 am - 4 pm. Self-guided map. Visit festively
decorated Tuckerton and Little Egg Harbor homes plus an authentic Victorian parlor at the Seaport’s Captain House
Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org
- TUCKERTON
December 12
Concert: New Jersey Chamber Singers present A Christmas World Tour, All Saints Church, 500 Lake Ave. 4 pm. $ Information:
732-389-5426 or www.njchambersingers.org - BAY HEAD
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 7:30 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Beach Haven Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting, Bicentennial Park. 7 pm - 8:30 pm. Christmas Tree Lighting.
Information: 609-361-1000 or www.njlbi.com - BEACH HAVEN
Holiday Carolette, Cultural Center, 515 Herbertsville Rd. 7 pm. Adaptation story of Scrooge followed by Holiday
Sing-A-Longs. $ Information: 732-262-1006 or www.guildtheatreworks.org
- BRICK
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
"Scrooge" The Musical, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. This light-hearted look at Charles
Dickens' “A Christmas Carol” is an ideal festive warm-up treat. The 'Ghost of Christmas Past' will make you sad, the
'Ghost of Christmas Present' will make you laugh and the 'Ghost of Christmas Yet-To-Come' will alarm! $ Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Pushcart Players’ Presents: A Season of Miracles, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave.
11 am & 2 pm. Live musical theater celebrating Christmas, Chanukah and others.
$ Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Photos with Santa Claus, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 4 pm. Take a winter wonderland ride through the
vineyard. Pictures with St. Nick and Mrs. Claus Cookies and hot chocolate will be provided. $ Information: 609-758-8000
or or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT
Christkindlmarkt, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. An old-fashioned Christmas featuring holiday
crafts and gifts under huge heated tents. Sip hot mulled cider, enjoy chestnuts roasting on an open fire, sing-a-long with
strolling carolers, children's rides, ice cutting demonstrations, horse drawn cart, entertainment, decoy carvers, crafters,
refreshments plus wine tasting by Valenzano Winery. Shuttles to downtown Tuckerton merchants. Free Information: 609-296-8868
or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
December 13
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Annual Victorian and Cranberry Christmas at the Museum, Havens Homestead and Lizzie Herbert House, 521 Herbertsville Rd.
Noon - 4 pm. Visit their historic farmhouse with costumed guides, find out why the cranberry was important in historic Brick life,
take pictures with their Victorian Santa. A handmade ornament for each family, refreshments, and entertainment. $
Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com
- BRICK
Holiday Carolette, Cultural Center, 515 Herbertsville Rd. 3 pm. Adaptation story of Scrooge followed by Holiday
Sing-A-Longs. $ Information: 732-262-1006 or www.guildtheatreworks.org
- BRICK
Afternoon Tea in Our Winter Garden, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 2 pm - 4 pm. Charge
includes brewed tea, delicate sandwiches, savory treats and talk about history of tea. Information and reservations:
732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS
"Scrooge" The Musical, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2:00 pm. This light-hearted look at Charles
Dickens' “A Christmas Carol” is an ideal festive warm-up treat. The 'Ghost of Christmas Past' will make you sad, the
'Ghost of Christmas Present' will make you laugh and the 'Ghost of Christmas Yet-To-Come' will alarm! $ Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Chanukah Celebration with the traditional menorah lighting, Lakewood Town Square, Clifton Avenue and Third Street.
6:30 pm. Welcoming remarks by Lakewood Mayor Robert W. Singer and members of the Township Committee, family event with
noted rabbis. Live music, singing, dancing, and donuts. Sponsored by the Achdus Organization of Lakewood. Information:
216-973-0002 - LAKEWOOD
Debbie & Friends, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 1 pm. Music and stories for family.
$ Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Photos with Santa Claus, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 4 pm. Take a winter wonderland ride through the
vineyard. Pictures with St. Nick and Mrs. Claus Cookies and hot chocolate will be provided. $ Information: 609-758-8000
or or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT
Community Chorus of Ocean County College presents: An English Christmas, Toms River High School North, Old Freehold Rd.
2 pm. Celebrate the holidays in English style featuring music of Ralph Vaughan-Williams.
$ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
Jingle Bell 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Run/Fitness Walk. Register: pre register pick-up Dec. 12 from 3 pm-5 pm or from
1:30 - 3pm day of the race at Mancini Hall, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 1 Mile Fun Run/Fitness Walk starts at
3:00 pm, 5K at 3:30 pm. Followed by pasta party at Capone’s. Sponsored by the Rotary Club. Information: 732-341-8738 or
www.jinglebellsrun.com - TOMS RIVER
Pickin’ on the Porch, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Noon - 5 pm. Swap songs, tell stories and share
homemade goodies, Bluegrass, Country and Old Time music, acoustic instruments only. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
December 14
Babes in Toyland, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 6 pm.
$ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
December 16
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
Choir’s Christmas Concert, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue. 7 pm.
Information: 732-349-8801 or www.mondonhs.com - TOMS RIVER
Mid-Week Jazz Series: Warren Vaché on the Cornet, Ocean County College Off-campus Jazz series at Mancini Hall, Ocean
County Library, 101 Washington Street. 8 pm. Ocean County College Arts & Community Center. $ Information: 732-255-0500
or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER
December 17
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Artist Potlucks, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 6 pm - 8 pm. Each dinner will
have a new art-based discussion and a speaker who is involved in the art world. Information: 609-494-1241 or
www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES
An Interactive Storytime: "How the Grinch Stole Christmas", Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd.
6 pm - 7 pm. Meet the Grinch, Cindy Lou Who, and Max. Seuss Hat Raffle. Each ticket is redeemable for a free drink and
a free dessert. $ Information: 732-505-5705 or www.trschools.com/hsnorth
- TOMS RIVER
December 18
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 7:30 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Sea of Lights, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 9 pm. Walk through different holiday themed areas
while viewing their exhibits. Bring a camera. Make a craft. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
The Hitman Murder Mystery: Medieval Murders at Castle Cill, The Legend Restaurant, 955 Hooper Ave. 7:30 pm. $ Information:
732-768-2709 or www.cafetheatrenj.com - TOMS RIVER
December 19
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 7:30 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Breakfast With Buster Holiday Food and Toy Drive, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 9 am - 11 am.
Lakewood BlueClaws will be collecting unwrapped toys and non-perishable food for the Salvation Army of Ocean County and
enjoy pictures with both Buster and Santa and free bagels and coffee. Information: 732-901-7000 or
www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
The Nutcracker, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 3 pm. Ballet presented by Company of Dance Arts. Soloists
from NYC ballet companies join the accomplished local dancers in the most popular ballet of all time. $ Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Photos with Santa Claus, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 4 pm. Take a winter wonderland ride through the
vineyard. Pictures with St. Nick and Mrs. Claus Cookies and hot chocolate will be provided. $ Information: 609-758-8000
or or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT
Behind the Scenes, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9 am - 11 am. Discover what goes on behind the scenes at
the aquarium. Learn what it takes to feed, clean and enrich the animals. Closed-toed shoes required. Ages 5 and up.
Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Sea of Lights, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 9 pm. Walk through different holiday themed areas
while viewing their exhibits. Bring a camera. Make a craft. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
December 20
Santa Sundays, Cox House, Rt 9 and East Bay Ave. 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Bring your camera for a picture with Mr. and Mrs.
Claus. Tour the Cox House to see themed trees and train set. Donations accepted. Information: 609-494-7211 or
www.visitlbiregion.com - BARNEGAT
Ebenezer, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm.
This musical retelling of the Dickens classic will rekindle your Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant,
miserly fellow, is made to see the light as he survives a merciless battery of revelations by the ghosts of his own Christmases.
Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
The Nutcracker, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 3 pm. Ballet presented by Company of Dance Arts. Soloists
from NYC ballet companies join the accomplished local dancers in the most popular ballet of all time. $ Information:
732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Big Band Christmas Show, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Music by Wilbur Witteman
and the Lakewood Jazz Ensemble. Donations accepted to benefit Ken’s Kitchen. Presented by Stafford Township Historical
Society. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Photos with Santa Claus, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 4 pm. Take a winter wonderland ride through the
vineyard. Pictures with St. Nick and Mrs. Claus Cookies and hot chocolate will be provided. $ Information: 609-758-8000
or or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT
The Second Holiday Concert: Atlantic Brass Band! Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 2 pm. Hot soups, gourmet cheeses
and delicious food selections will be available for sale. The Atlantic Brass Band has appeared twice before at Laurita to
sell-out crowds both times so please purchase your tickets early. Limited seating. $ Information: 609-758-8000 or or
www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT
The American Santa, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 2 pm. An illustrated history of St. Nicholas presented
by Stanley Decampat. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org
- TUCKERTON
December 23
Free Demomstation, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 7 pm - 9 pm. Open to the Public.
Light refreshments. Information: 732-270-3111 or
www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
December 26
Sea of Lights, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 9 pm. Walk through different holiday themed areas
while viewing their exhibits. Bring a camera. Make a craft. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Model Train Show, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 10 am - 5 pm.
Presented by the Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders. $ Information: 732-341-1880 or
www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER
December 27
The Affair at Cedar Bridge, Barnegat Township, Ocean County, Routes 72 & 532. 2 - 4 pm.
Join us for the celebration of the last documented land battle of the Revolutionary War.
Experience the 1782 re-enactment of the battle. Free.
Information: 609-296-8868 or
www.tuckertonseaport.org - BARNEGAT
Model Train Show, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 10 am - 5 pm.
Presented by the Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders. $ Information: 732-341-1880 or
www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER
December 28
Sea of Lights, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 9 pm. Walk through different holiday themed areas
while viewing their exhibits. Bring a camera. Make a craft. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or
www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
December 30
Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 10 am - 1 pm. Registration two weeks prior is mandatory,
The tour is unable to accomodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.
Wednesdays (except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31) are for DOD personal and groups 10 or more. No foreign nationals are permitted on
the tours due to security reasons. Information: 732-818-7520 or www.nlhs.com -
LAKEHURST
December 31
First Night Ocean County in Seaside Heights, Boardwalk. 11 am - 5 pm. Fireworks at 5:30 pm. New Year’s Eve and
family celebration. Information: 1-800-Seashor or www.seasideheightstourism.com
- SEASIDE HEIGHTS
