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

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

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

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

    • Ocean County History year round:
  • Museum of New Jersey Maritime History, Dock Rd. & West Ave., BEACH HAVEN, www.museumofnjmh.com
  • 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
  • Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley Ave., TOMS RIVER, oceancountyhistory.org
  • Toms River Maritime Museum, Corner of Hopper Ave and Water Street, TOMS RIVER, www.co.ocean.nj.us/museums/TomsRiverSeaport/about.htm
  • Tuckerton Seaport, 120 West Main Street, TUCKERTON, tuckertonseaport.org

    • Ocean County and the Sea year round:
  • Barnegat Lighthouse (State Park), BARNEGAT LIGHT, www.state.nj.us/dep/forestry/parks/barnlig.htm
  • Jenkinson's Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave & the Boardwalk, PT. PLEASANT BEACH, jenkinsons.com
  • NJ Museum of Boating, 1800 Bay Avenue, Building 12, PT. PLEASANT, njmb.org
  • Island Beach State Park, SOUTH SEASIDE PARK, www.state.nj.us/dep/forestry/parks/island.htm
  • Toms River Maritime Museum, Corner of Hopper Ave and Water Street, TOMS RIVER, www.co.ocean.nj.us/museums/TomsRiverSeaport/about.htm
  • Tuckerton Seaport, 120 West Main Street, TUCKERTON, tuckertonseaport.org

  • May
    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

  • Every Sunday
    Beach Yoga! Howe Street Beach. 8 am - 9 am. Sat. with Jeff, Sun. with Carrie. Bring beach towel or blanket. Sponsored by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 - Sept. 20. $ - BAY HEAD

    Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 11:30 - Sunset. 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 Monday
    Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - Sunset. 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 Tuesday
    FIT Club - cardio excercise and agility routines, Howe St. Beach. 9 am - 9 am. Bring towel and water Sponsored by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 to Sept. 5 $ - BAY HEAD

  • Every Thursday
    FIT Club - cardio excercise and agility routines, Howe St. Beach. 9 am - 9 am. Bring towel and water Sponsored by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 to Sept. 5 $ - BAY HEAD

    Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - Sunset. 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 Friday
    Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - Sunset. 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

  • Every Saturday
    Beach Yoga! Howe Street Beach. 8 am - 9 am. Sat. with Jeff, Sun. with Carrie. Bring beach towel or blanket. Sponsored by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 - Sept. 20. $ - BAY HEAD

    FIT Club - cardio excercise and agility routines, Howe St. Beach. 9 am - 9 am. Bring towel and water Sponsored by Therapeutic Touch. Runs May 23 to Sept. 5 $ - BAY HEAD

    Yoga, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 10:15 am. Instructor: Jenn Kretzer, enjoy the beauty and tranquility of Barnegat Bay while doing Yoga outdoors. May 2 - 30. $ Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES

    Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 11:30 - Sunset. 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

    Young Guns Race, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 529. Special Race featuring drivers under 21 years old who also participate in autograph/photo sessions. Runs from April 18 to October 3. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - 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

    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

  • April 19 to Labor Day
    Exhibit: Memories of New Jersey, Unshredded Nostalgia, 323 S. Main St., Route 9. 10 am - 5 pm daily. An exhibit of photos books, magazines, glass, milk bottles, posters. Maps of all of the areas in New Jersey from the early 1800's to the present. Opening night gala reception from 5-7 pm, April 19. Information: 1-800-872-9990 or www.unshreddednostalgia.com - BARNEGAT

  • April 22 - September 23
    Exhibit: Memories of New Jersey, Unshredded Nostalgia, 323 S. Main St., Route 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Information: 1-800-872-9990 or www.unshreddednostalgia.com - BARNEGAT

  • April 27 - May 1
    Graphic Design Students Senior Portfolio Presentation, Arts & Science Ctr., Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Mon. - Thurs. 9 am - 8 pm and Fri. 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

  • May 3 - 30
    Exhibit, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. Solo artists Gustav Rosenlof's mobiles. Opening reception May 3 from 1 pm - 4 pm. Free. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1 pm - 4 pm, closed holidays. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

  • May 3 - June 2
    Exhibit, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. Susie Anastasia's Watercolors. Opening reception May 3 from 1 pm - 4 pm. Free. Gallery open Tuesday through Sunday, 1 pm - 4 pm, closed holidays. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

  • May 3 - 24
    Pine Shores Art Association Spring Show, Pine Shores Art Association gallery, 94 Stafford Ave. Reception May 3 from 1 pm - 2:15 pm and refreshments from 1 pm - 4 pm. Judged by Leslie Daley, an award-winning watercolorist and pastel artist. Information: 609-597-3557 or www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN

  • May 4 - 8
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, Arts & Science Ctr., Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Mon. - Thurs. 9 am - 8 pm and Fri. 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

  • May 9 - October 11
    Exhibit: The Bay at Play, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Celebrating Seaport's 10th anniversary with summer long exhibit about land and water recreational activities of the people of the bay and pinelands including local celebrities, mini-mini historically marked golf course open for play. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • May 11 - 29
    Kristine Annunziata ’09-Senior Exhibit, Arts & Science Ctr., Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Mon. - Thurs. 9 am - 8 pm and Fri. 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

  • May 23 - June 22
    Jersey Shore Clay National 2009, m.t.burton gallery & 19th Street Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. Reception May 23 from 6 pm - 9 pm. Information: 609-494-0006 - SURF CITY/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    May 1
    Nunsensations: Vegas Revue, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. When the sisters hit Sin City. This hilarious musical comedy is "a whole lot funny and a little bit naughty, but there ain't nothin' dirty goin' on." Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Wines of Spain, Daddy O Restaurant, 4401 Long Beach Boulevard. 6:30 pm. Four course gourmet dinner with speaker explaining pairings and answering questions, $ Information: 609-494-1300 - BRANT BEACH

    Guest Party at the Shore Ballroom, 632 Ocean Rd., Rte. 88. 7 pm. Experience the current ballroom dance phenomena. No partner needed. Free. Information and registration: 732-899-6466 or www.shoreballroom.com - POINT PLEASANT

    "You Ain't Heard Nothin' Yet," Student Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 6 pm - 9 pm. Mark Muller and his piano accompanist play the most popular Al Johnson songs. Charge includes dinner. Information: 732-255-0400, ext. 2380 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    May 2
    Nunsensations: Vegas Revue, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. When the sisters hit Sin City. This hilarious musical comedy is "a whole lot funny and a little bit naughty, but there ain't nothin' dirty goin' on." Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    18th Annual River to Bay 5K Race Classic, Borough Hall, East End Ave. check in time 8:30 am. Fun run at 9:15 am, one mile health walk 9:20 am, 5K run 10 am, 5K health walk, 10:05 am. Sponsored by Toms River Kiwanis Daybreak. Information: 732-255-9515 or www.tomsriverkiwanis.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    Living Wreath Workshop, Circle of Thyme, Calgo Gardens, 84 Cross Street. 11 am. Kelly Austin, horticulturist, instructs on how to create a take home kitchen-garden wreath using herbs. Information and registration: 732-905-6606 - LAKEWOOD

    Cinderella, The Strand Café, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Chorale Spring Concert, Casino, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm. $ Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Science Saturdays: Barnegat Bay: What’s Good, What’s Bad, What Must Be Done!, LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 1:30 pm. Join members of the LBIF Science Committee and science experts for informal, but informative lectures about unique topics. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES

    Modifieds, Sportsman, Outlaw Stocks & Rookies, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. TBA Little League Night, all Kids in Uniform FREE. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    20th Anniversary Plant Sale, Rutgers Extension Agriculture Center, 1623 Whitesville Rd. 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Plants grown in the Master Gardener Greenhouses and plants suitable for Ocean County conditions. Everything is priced to sell.Sponsored by the Ocean County Master Gardeners. Rain or shine. Information: 732-349-1245 - TOMS RIVER

    Astronomy Day, Robert J. Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 10 am - 11 pm. 10 am - 3 pm, day of space education and activities. 8 pm - 11 pm, night of observing the stars and planets. A.S.T.R.A. club members will have different telescopes set up for night sky observations. Free. Information: 732-255-0343 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    Spring Harmony Fest, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 6:30 pm. Award-winning Oceanaires and featured the Comedy Quartet, TheTroubadours and Monsignor Donovan Show and Jazz Choirs. $ Information: 732-920-0908 or www.oceanaires.net - TOMS RIVER

    Annual Seaport Irish Festival, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Enjoy live Irish bands, pipers, step dancers, Celtic crafts, artists and vendors. Delicious foods and outdoor beer garden. Irish mass on Sunday 10am. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 3
    Nunsensations: Vegas Revue, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. When the sisters hit Sin City. This hilarious musical comedy is "a whole lot funny and a little bit naughty, but there ain't nothin' dirty goin' on." Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Book Signing: Ask Any Piney, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 1 - 4 pm. Poetry book signing, Ask Any Piney, poems by Donna Sharp Albertson. All ages are welcome to the book signing and the opportunity to meet the author. Handicap accessible, free to public, all ages are welcome. Parking off street; no meter parking. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    Uncle Floyd and His Friends, The Strand Café, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Community Chorus of Ocean County College presents its Spring Concert: The Best of Bernstein, Stafford Township Art Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. A musical tribute to Leonard Bernstein. 3 pm. $ Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu - MANAHAWKIN

    Sandy Sasso, Jazz Vocalist, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 1 - 5 pm. Sandy Sasso will be appearing with her trio for an afternoon of jazz and wine. Soups, sandwiches and gourmet cheeses available. Purchase early as tickets are limited. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT

    Mud Bog, 4x4 Trucks & Mud Skippers, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. TBA Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    All My Children Fans Day, Ferrara's Ristorante, 518 Arnold Ave. Noon. featuring Vincent Irizarry (David Hayward) & Jacob Young (JR Chandler). $ Information: 732-899-3900 or www.farrarascafe.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Annual Seaport Irish Festival, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Enjoy live Irish bands, pipers, step dancers, Celtic crafts, artists and vendors. Delicious foods and outdoor beer garden. Irish mass on Sunday 10am. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    Memorial Bird Walk, Bass River State Forest Office, 762 Stage Road. 8 am - 11 am. Local bird expert Fred Lesser will lead participants through lesser-known areas of the forest in search of spring migrants. Bring binoculars, water and insect repellent. Carpool will meet at the Forest Office. In memory of birders Lynn Hunt and Don Sutherland. Registration mandatory. Information and registration: 609-296-1114 - TUCKERTON

    May 4
    Spring Concert, Marron ChapelGeorgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm. Court Singers & Flute Ensemble. $ Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, Arts & Science Ctr., Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Mon. - Thurs. 9 am - 8 pm and Fri. 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Demonstration: Caricatures, Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue. 7:30 pm. Martin Mayo shows how he draws caricatures. Refreshments provided. Information: 609-597-3557 or www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Polish Flag Raising, Ocean County Administration Building, 101 Hooper Ave. 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Flag raised at 11:30 a.m. Information: 732-929-2000 - TOMS RIVER

    May 5
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, Arts & Science Ctr., Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Mon. - Thurs. 9 am - 8 pm and Fri. 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Tour Georgian Court University, Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 10:30 am. Tour takes about 1.5 hours. $ Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (Chicago White Sox). Game scheduled for 6:35 p.m. Haskell Prize Package/Senior Day Tuesday/Seniors eat for free/Baseball Bingo/Dance Night/Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 6
    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

    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, Arts & Science Ctr., Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Mon. - Thurs. 9 am - 8 pm and Fri. 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (Chicago White Sox). Game scheduled for 11:05 a.m. Oversized Baseball Card Giveaway/Education Day/Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 7
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, Arts & Science Ctr., Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Mon. - Thurs. 9 am - 8 pm and Fri. 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (Chicago White Sox). Game scheduled for 6:35 p.m. Pint Glass Giveaway/Thirsty Thursday/Beachwood - Pine Beach Little League Night/Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Bobby Collins, Ferrara's Ristorante, 518 Arnold Ave. Dinner from 6:30 pm - 7 pm, show starts at 9 pm. Dinner & Show Package $ Information: 732-899-3900 or www.farrarascafe.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    May 8
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, Arts & Science Ctr., Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Mon. - Thurs. 9 am - 8 pm and Fri. 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (Chicago White Sox). Game scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Post-Game Fireworks/Rotary Night/ Carl Edwards NASCAR Nationwide Series Car on concourse /Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 9
    Townwide Yard Sale, town. 9 am - 3 pm. Maps and locations will be given day of sale. Sponsored by Barnegat Chamber of Commerce. Information and registration: 609-660-2626, 609-698-1618 or www.barnegatchamber.com - BARNEGAT

    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

    Kids’ Stuff Flea Market, Ocean County Park, Route 88. 9 am - 1 pm. Sponsored by Ocean County Parks & Recreation. Information: 877-OC-PARKS or www.oceancountyparks.orgm - LAKEWOOD

    Workshop: Attracting Butterflies & Humming birds, Calgo Gardens 84 Cross Street. 11 am. Horticulturists Bill Thaller and Kelly Austin explain how to attract butterflies and hummingbirds to a container garden by using annuals and perennials. Charge includes the container and plants. Information: 732-905-6606 - LAKEWOOD

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

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Hickory Crawdads (Pittsburgh Pirates). Game scheduled for 4:05 p.m. Bark in the Park/ROTC Night/Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Garden State Philharmonic presents Masterworks V: Sonic Vistas, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Information: 732-451-0064 or www.gardenstatephilharmonic.org - LAKEWOOD

    Science Saturdays: Green Business Panel, LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 1:30 pm. Join members of the LBIF Science Committee and science experts for informal, but informative lectures about unique topics. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES

    The 7th Annual Young at Art Show, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 2 pm - 5 pm. Embrace the talents of Southern Ocean County’s adult professional artists, a light reception provided. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Mother’s Day Night - Modifieds, Super Stocks, Crate-1, Rookies, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. TBA Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Shark, Shark, Shark, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 12:30 pm - 2 pm. Predator or prey? Do we really need to fear sharks? Come and find out about the world of sharks: the fish without bones. Call to pre-register. Information or registration: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Ocean County College Concert Band present: The Essence of Spring, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 8 pm. Reflections of optimism, romance and happy times. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    "Festival for the Birds," Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 10 am - 2 pm. Celebrates International Migratory Bird Day. Talk with a carver from the Tuckerton Seaport who will have a variety of decoys to see. Discuss his work with reintroducing these birds to New Jersey, create a Red Knot flattie, children's activities and exhibits Free. Information: 609-812-0649 or www.jcnerr.org - TUCKERTON

    Full Moon Hike & S’mores, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Bring flashlight, insect repellent and stick for roasting marshmallows. For adults and children ages 7 and up. Limit 25 people. Pre-registration required. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    May 10
    Mother’s Day Victorian Style at GCU, Casino Ballroom, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Brunch 10:30 am - 12:30 pm: Tea luncheon 2 - 4 pm. Scrumptious brunch or a Victorian-style tea luncheon featuring the dress of the ladies of the Gilded Age. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Hickory Crawdads (Pittsburgh Pirates). Game scheduled for 1:05 a.m. Breast Cancer Awareness Day/Brick Township Day/Kids Character Sundays/Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Special Mother’s Day Performance, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 1 pm. Family live entertainment experienced in an old fashioned ice cream shoppe with performing waiters and waitresses in a vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Mother’s Day Promotion, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. All Day. In honor of Mother’s Day. Admission is free to mothers with paid child admission.Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Mother's Day, On the boardwalk. 12 noon. Flowers distributed by Mayor and Council and entertainment. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    May 11
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Hickory Crawdads (Pittsburgh Pirates). Game scheduled for 6:35 p.m. Post-game Treats/Kids Expo/Kids Eat Free/Scout Day/ Buster's Reading Program. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 12
    Tour Georgian Court University, Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 10:30 am. Tour takes about 1.5 hours. $ Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Hickory Crawdads (Pittsburgh Pirates). Game scheduled for 6:35 p.m. Senior Day Tuesday/Seniors eat for free/Baseball Bingo/ Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Pamper Yourself to Health, Quality Inn, 815 Route 37 W. 4 pm - 7 pm. Natural food chef, massage therapy, facials, make up tips, jewelry, exercise tips, psychic, house cleaning services, etc, sponsored by HealthSouth Rehab Hospitals of NJ. Information: 732-818-4739 - TOMS RIVER

    May 13
    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

    Arts and Crafts by the Sea, Boardwalk between the 2 amusement piers. 10 - 6 pm. A large variety of arts, crafts are displayed with a breathtaking view of the ocean in the background. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Doggy Tricks Class, Ultimate Dog Training, 709 Dover Rd. 6 pm - 9 pm. Sponsored by Ocean County Parks & Recreation. For registration instructions for program #123567. $ Rain Date, May 20. Information: 732-506-9090 or www.oceancountyparks.org - SOUTH TOMS RIVER

    Cruising Downtown I, Downtown Toms River, Washington St. 5 - 9 pm. Sponsored by the Vintage Automobile Club of New Jersey. Information: 732-797-1456 or www.vintageautomuseum.org - TOMS RIVER

    Food: Mind & Body Connection, Conference Rooms A & B, College Center/Bookstore Annex, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 6 pm - 8 pm. In recognition of National Women's Health Week. Seating is limited. Refreshments will be served. Free. Information: 732-255-0400 ext. 2945 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    Lunch N’ Learn: Blue Crabs and Hardened Shorelines, JC NERR Coastal Center, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 12:30 pm. Dr. Paul Jivoff will amaze participants with blue crab facts as he shares his new research. $2 Information: 609-296-8868 or www.jcnerr.org - TUCKERTON

    May 14
    Seaside Musicfest, Seaside Music Festival Kick-Off Party, Aztec Hotel, Boardwalk. 8 pm - 2 am. Hosted by 94.3 The Point and 105.7 The Hawk with live bands all night long! Information: 732-854-8000 or www.seasidemusicfest.comm - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Spring Tea in the Victorian Tradition, Ocean County Museum, 26 Hadley St. 1 pm or 3:30 pm. Reservations required. $ Information & reservations: 732-341-1880 - TOMS RIVER

    Red Knots and Horseshoe Crabs, Tuckerton Seaport Hunting Shanty, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 7 pm - 9 pm. Information: 609-698-2106 or www.soceanbirds.club.officelive.com - TUCKERTON

    May 15
    History on Wheels, St. Dominick’s Brick Twp, 250 Old Squan Rd. 12:30 pm. Sponsored by the Vintage Automobile Club of New Jersey. Information: 732-797-1456 or www.vintageautomuseum.org - BRICK

    Endangered Species Day! Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am – 5 pm. Celebrates international wildlife and wild places. Displays and information about various organizations that make saving wildlife their business. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Seaside Musicfest, various locations around town. 7 pm - 2 am. Live music on 14 stages located in clubs of Seaside including Joey Harrison's Surf Club, The Beach Stage, The Aztec, Jimbo's, JR’s, Spicy's, The Beach Bar, The Beachcomber, Jack & Bill's, Klee's, Luna Rosa, The Red Cadillac, and Hemingway's. Information: 732-854-8000 or www.seasidemusicfest.comm - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Borough Wide Sidewalk Sale Days. Many of our Merchants will be participating in Sidewalk Sales. All Merchants are encouraged to participate. - SHIP BOTTOM

    Dinner Show: Oldies Doo Wop-Sounds of the Street, Jimmy C’s, 17 Washington St. 7 pm. Charge includes dinner buffet and show. Information: 732-473-1183 - TOMS RIVER

    May 16
    Pet Day, Meadowedge Park 550 E. Bay Ave. 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Pet vendors, Veternarian's, Animal rescuers, demonstrations, trainers, groomers, day care, contests. Information: 609-660-0022 or www.barnegatchamber.com - BARNEGAT

    6th Annual Bay Head 5k Memory Run, Bay Head Firehouse, Bridge Avenue. Start time 8:30 am. Information: www.bayhead5k.com - BAY HEAD

    13th Annual Benefit Hockey Game, Ocean Ice Palace, 197 Chambers Bridge Rd. 1 pm. Bud Ice All Stars take on the National Hockey League Alumni All Stars Alumni of the Flyers, the Devils and the Rangers. Benefits Pat LaFontaine's Companions in Courage Foundation, which builds rooms in hospitals for children battlng cancer. Meet the Player Party follows the game at Boardwalk Bar & Grill, Jenkinson's Boardwalk at Ocean Ave. $ Information: 732- 920-0045 - BRICK

    Ocean Fun Day, Island Beach State Park, Bathing Pavilion. 11 am - 3 pm. The day includes nature tours, activities for children and educational displays. Sponsored by the New Marine Sciences Consortium, New Jersey Natural Gas and the NJ Dept. of Transportation Maritime Resources. Free. Information: 732-872-1300, ext. 19 or www.njmsc.org/oceanfunday.htmlg - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK

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

    Aromatic Garden Workshop, Calgo Gardens, 84 Cross Street. 11 am. Horticulturist Bill Thaller will offer suggestions for plantings from fragrant blooms to scented foliage. Free. Information & registration: 732-905-6606 - LAKEWOOD

    Concert: Oldies Hit Parade Vol. 3, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 7:00 pm. Accapella at its best. Lou Christie, Larry Chance & The Earls, Playground, Linda Jansen and RB Express. Information: 732-849-5955, 732-367-7789, www.strand.org or www.nitcheentertainment.com - LAKEWOOD

    Concert: War and Peace, St. Pio of Pietrelcina Church, 103 Washington St. 8 pm. Concert by New Jersey Chamber Singers. Primal war chants, patriotic battle hymns and traditional soldier tunes, juxtaposed against desperate prayers for stillness and serenity of peace, are interspersed with folk songs from around the world. $ Information: www.njchambersingers.org - LAVALLETTE

    Science Saturdays: Mordecai Island Land Trust, LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 1:30 pm. Join members of the LBIF Science Committee and science experts for informal, but informative lectures about unique topics. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES

    Scout Night - Modifieds, Sportsman, Outlaw Stocks & Rookies, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. TBA Little League/Scout Night, all Scouts in Uniform Admitted FREE. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Bike MS "Coast the Coast." Cycle from Monmouth University through Ocean County ending up in Cape May. Funds raised from this ride will benefit all those families and individuals currently suffering from MS. There are a number of different ride options, varying from one and two day rides, 25, 50, 85 or 170 miles long. Information: 732-660-1005 or www.nationalmssociety.org/njm - OCEAN COUNTY/NEW JERSEY COAST

    Meet the Player Party, Boardwalk Bar & Grill Estimated time is 2:30 pm. Immediately following All-Stars Game Ocean Ice Palace in Brick. Benefits Pat LaFontaine's "Companions in Courage" Foundation, which builds rooms in hospitals for children battling cancer. $ Information: 732-920-0045 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    What Lies Beneath? Horseshoe Crabs!, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. This special event is FREE with paid general admission. Get close to these harmless creatures that haven’t changed in over 300 million years. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Behind the Scenes Tour, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am-11:00 am. Ages 5 and up. Discover what goes on behind the scenes of the aquarium. Learn what it takes to feed, clean, and enrich all of our animals. Tour the building from top to bottom while learning about our aquarium inhabitants. Closed-toed shoes are required! Closed-toed shoes are required! Call to pre-register. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Seaside Board...Walk to Defeat ALS, Hiering Avenue and the Boardwalk. 10:00 am. Registration 9:00 AM. Two mile walk along the Seaside Heights Boardwalk. Walk to Defeat ALS because you can! The Walk is rain or shine. No Registration Fee Information: 215-643-5434 ext. 27 - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Seaside Musicfest, various locations around town. 8 am - 9 pm. 8 am Barooo Surf Shop Skimboard Contest; 10 am - 6 pm Classic and Tuner Car Show; 11 am - Noon, Live United Beach Baby Fashion Show; 11 am - 6 pm Live United Village; 11 am - 3 pm: Billabong Surf Camp; Noon - 6 pm Vendor Village; Noon - 6 pm: Live music on The Beach Stage & 9 pm Fireworks. Information: 732-854-8000 or www.seasidemusicfest.comm - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Seaside Musicfest, various locations around town. 7 pm - 3 am. Live music on 14 stages located in clubs of Seaside including Joey Harrison's Surf Club, The Beach Stage, The Aztec, Jimbo's, JR’s, Spicy's, The Beach Bar, The Beachcomber, Jack & Bill's, Klee's, Luna Rosa, The Red Cadillac, and Hemingway's. Information: 732-854-8000 or www.seasidemusicfest.comm - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Borough Wide Sidewalk Sale Days. Many of our Merchants will be participating in Sidewalk Sales. All Merchants are encouraged to participate. - SHIP BOTTOM

    Downtown Toms River Music and Art Festival, Huddy Park, Water St & Rt 166 (Main St). Noon and goes well into the evening. This is an outdoor festival celebrating live music and dance, visual arts and fine crafts of our region. A fun event for the whole family! Free. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

    May 17
    Spring Dancefest, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. Dancers of all types and ages can get valuable performance experience with out the pressure of competition. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    Bike MS "Coast the Coast." Cycle from Monmouth University through Ocean County ending up in Cape May. Funds raised from this ride will benefit all those families and individuals currently suffering from MS. There are a number of different ride options, varying from one and two day rides, 25, 50, 85 or 170 miles long. Information: 732-660-1005 or www.nationalmssociety.org/njm - OCEAN COUNTY/NEW JERSEY COAST

    Borough Wide Sidewalk Sale Days. Many of our Merchants will be participating in Sidewalk Sales. All Merchants are encouraged to participate. - SHIP BOTTOM

    37th Annual Toms River Canoe & Kayak Race, on the Toms River, from Riverwood Park to Huddy Park. 16 categories including open water solo kayak at 9:30 and open water at 11:30. The down river course is 9 miles, starting at Riverwood Park. Information: 609-971-3085 or www.oceancountyparks.org - TOMS RIVER

    3rd Annual Barbeque & Bluegrass Jamboree, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11 am - 5 pm. Kick off the summer with the down home sounds of bluegrass and the sweet smell of barbecue. Crafters, vendors, food, refreshments, family activities, demonstrations, boat rides. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 19
    Tour Georgian Court University, Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 10:30 am. Tour takes about 1.5 hours. $ Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    May 20
    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

    Midweek Jazz presents: Gelber & Manning Salute Vaudeville, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St. 8 pm. Pianist Jesse Glever, vocalist, Kate Manning, cornetist, Charlie Caranicas, and drummer Kevin Dorn. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    May 21
    Multi-Cultural Day, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. All day. Meet young people from around the world and see cultural presentations by local clubs and professional organizations. General admission plus get safari tickets for free. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    May 22
    Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale, Jackson Premium Outlets, 537 Monmouth Rd., Exit 16 or 16B off I-195. 10 am - 9 pm. Information: 732-833-0503 or www.premiumoutlets.com/jackson - JACKSON

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Game scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Post-Game Fireworks/Teacher Appreciation Night /Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    OPENING NIGHT: Spring Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). pm. Family live entertainment experienced in an old fashioned ice cream shoppe with performing waiters and waitresses in a vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Wristband Night, Jenkinson's Amusement Park, Boardwalk & Parkway. 5 - 11 pm. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    All About Bears, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 7 pm. Talk and family movie. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    May 23
    Meet the Surflighters, Opening Gala, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. Surflight Gala is a quick peek at all the shows Surflight will be doing for the 2009 season. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    2nd Annual Blessing of the Lifeguards, St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 4:45 pm. Ecumenical blessing, refreshments and Long Beach Township Beach Patrol swim tests immediately following ceremony. Information: 609-494-8861 or www.stfranciscenterlbi.com/ - BRANT BEACH, LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale, Jackson Premium Outlets, 537 Monmouth Rd., Exit 16 or 16B off I-195. 10 am - 9 pm. Information: 732-833-0503 or www.premiumoutlets.com/jackson - JACKSON

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

    Motorcycle Stunt Show, Harley-Davidson/Buell of Ocean County, 300 Route 70. noon - 4 pm. Information: 732 367-7000 or www.harleydavidsonofoceancounty.com - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Game scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Outdoor Recreation Night/Lacrosse Night /Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Spring Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 6 pm to ? Family live entertainment experienced in an old fashioned ice cream shoppe with performing waiters and waitresses in a vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Tribute to Military Night, Modifieds, Super Stocks, Crate-1, Rookies & GSVSCC, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. TBA All Active Military FREE (with ID). Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Memorial Day Bicycle Parade, staging area at parking lot, corner of Woodland and Arnold Avenues. 10 am - 11 am. Parade route goes east on Arnold Ave. to Silver Lake Lot and Veterans Memorial Park, near the Band Shell, corner of Baltimore and Arnold Aves. Raindate May 25. Sponsored by the Point Pleasant Beach Memorial Day Parade Committee. Information: 732-295-8495 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    May 24
    Viking Village Arts & Crafts Show, Viking Village, 19th & Bay Ave. 10 am - 4:30 pm. Rain or shine. Information: 609-361-7008 or www.address.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Meet the Surflighters, Opening Gala, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. Surflight Gala is a quick peek at all the shows Surflight will be doing for the 2009 season. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale, Jackson Premium Outlets, 537 Monmouth Rd., Exit 16 or 16B off I-195. 10 am - 9 pm. Information: 732-833-0503 or www.premiumoutlets.com/jackson - JACKSON

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

    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

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Game scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Post-Game Fireworks/Buster's Reading Program/Kids Character Sunday/Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Spring Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 6 pm to ? Family live entertainment experienced in an old fashioned ice cream shoppe with performing waiters and waitresses in a vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Memorial Day Ceremony, Stafford Municipal Complex, 260 E. Bay Ave. 1:30 pm. Hosted by the American Legion Frederic W. Born Jr. - Stafford Post 511. Information: 609-597-1000 - MANAHAWKIN

    Music at the Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 1 pm. The Vestapolitans Tickets are limited. $ Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT

    8th Annual Memorial Day Parade & Wreath Laying Ceremony, Bridge AVe. at STS store Community Park. Step off at Noon. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Information: 732-295-8850 - POINT PLEASANT

    May 25
    "POP Day", Pay One Price Day, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Pay one price for all rides from 2:00 pm until 7:00 pm, regular prices in effect after 7:00 pm until closing. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Memorial Day Parade, Former Foodtown Parking Lot, Route 70, to Municipal Complex on Chambers Bridge Rd. 10 am. Parade followed by Memorial Service at Municipal Building. Sponsored by the Brick Township Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #8867. Information: 732-262-1088 - BRICK

    Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale, Jackson Premium Outlets, 537 Monmouth Rd., Exit 16 or 16B off I-195. 10 am - 9 pm. Information: 732-833-0503 or www.premiumoutlets.com/jackson - JACKSON

    Memorial Day Ceremony, Lake Horicon. 1 pm. Hosted by the Fleet Reserve Association Branch 124, Inc. Information: 732-657-4141 - LAKEHURST

    Memorial Day Parade and Ceremonies, Town Square & Clifton Ave. Starting at 9:45 am. Flag raising at Town Square, then parade on Clifton Ave. to All War Memorial Amphitheater for ceremony. Rain plans ceremony will be held in the Municipal Auditorium, 231 Third Street. Information: 732-364-2500 ext. 5283 - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Greensboro Grasshoppers (Florida Marlins). Game scheduled for 1:05 p.m. Post-game photo on field/Kids Eat Free Monday. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Memorial Day Parade, begins at Bright Rd on N. Main St/Jacobstown Rd. to Meadowbrook Lane. 1 pm - 2 pm. Services will be held after the parade at the American Legion Hall. Sponsored by Plumsted Township with the American Legion. Refreshments will be served. Information: 609-758-7539 - NEW EGYPT

    Memorial Day Celebration, front lawn of the Borough Hall, 16th & the Blvd. 1 p.m. Please join us in honoring our Veterans. - SHIP BOTTOM

    May 26
    Tour Georgian Court University, Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 10:30 am. Tour takes about 1.5 hours. $ Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Milwaukee Brewers). Game scheduled for 6:35 p.m. Ryan Howard Cap Giveaway/Senior Day Tuesday/ Seniors eat for free/Baseball Bingo/Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Wristband Night, Jenkinson's Amusement Park, Boardwalk & Parkway. 12 - 6 pm. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    May 27
    Lady Be Good, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. A classic Gershwin musical, the show's loose-jointed plot revolves around the exploits of a brother-and-sister vaudeville team, who find themselves rocketing from the state of the dispossessed to wealth and popularity among the Long Island haut monde. 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

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Milwaukee Brewers). Game scheduled for 11:05 a.m. Oversized Baseball Card Giveaway/Education Day /Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am. Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    National Senior Health & Fitness Day, YMCA, 1088 Whitty Road. 9 am - 1 pm. Highlights activities designed specifically for this age group and introduces senior citizens to all the ways they can get involved in their local Y’s and their communities. Light refreshments, complimentary building tours, class observations, and prize drawings. Information: 732-341-9622 or www.ocymca.org - TOMS RIVER

    May 28
    Lady Be Good, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 8 pm. A classic Gershwin musical, the show's loose-jointed plot revolves around the exploits of a brother-and-sister vaudeville team, who find themselves rocketing from the state of the dispossessed to wealth and popularity among the Long Island haut monde. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am. Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Milwaukee Brewers). Game scheduled for 6:35 p.m. Summer Concert Ticket Extravaganza/ Thirsty Thursday/College Fair Night/Kids Eat Free. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Cheek to Cheek: An Evening of Long Songs, Versailles Ballroom, Ramada Inn, 2372 Hwy 9. 6 pm. Buffet dinner with cash bar, gift basket auction, door prizes and entertainment. $ Information: 732-255-0460 or www.gardenstatephilharmonic.org - TOMS RIVER

    May 29
    Lady Be Good, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 & 8 pm. A classic Gershwin musical, the show's loose-jointed plot revolves around the exploits of a brother-and-sister vaudeville team, who find themselves rocketing from the state of the dispossessed to wealth and popularity among the Long Island haut monde. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Milwaukee Brewers). Game scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Post-Game Fireworks/Greenville Elementary Night /Millstone Little League Night/Kids Eat Free, Baseball Card Memorabilia Show. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Spring Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 6 pm to ? Family live entertainment experienced in an old fashioned ice cream shoppe with performing waiters and waitresses in a vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Wristband Night, Jenkinson's Amusement Park, Boardwalk & Parkway. 5 - 11 pm. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    May 30
    Bay Head's Town-Wide Garage Sale. Please contact the Municipal Clerk's Office for more information. Rain Date May 31. -
    BAY HEAD

    Lady Be Good, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. A classic Gershwin musical, the show's loose-jointed plot revolves around the exploits of a brother-and-sister vaudeville team, who find themselves rocketing from the state of the dispossessed to wealth and popularity among the Long Island haut monde. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Making a Rustic Trellis & Planter Box, Calgo Gardens, 84 Cross Street. 10 am. Conducted by natural woods expert, Janice Shields. Information & registration: 732-905-6606 or www.calgogardens.com- LAKEWOOD

    Latino Community Sprinfest & Health Fair, Town Square, Clifton Avenue. 11 am - 5 pm. Ocean County agencies, organizations, local churches, nonprofit organizations, and community groups. Also, food, prizes, and entertainment. Information: 732-415-8368 - LAKEWOOD

    Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am. Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Spring Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 6 pm to ? Family live entertainment experienced in an old fashioned ice cream shoppe with performing waiters and waitresses in a vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Boat Safety Certification Course, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9 am - 1 pm. Call for certification and age requirements. $ Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES

    Fastor Pastor Night, Modifieds, Sportsman, Outlaw Stocks & Rookies, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. TBA Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    20th Annual New Jersey State Chili and Salsa Cook-off, Washington St. 11 am - 5 pm. Contestants from New Jersey and beyond will be cooking up a variety of fresh chili and salsas as they compete in the only International Chili Society state sanctioned event. New this year - a guacamole competition. Chef Ariane Duarte, a recent competitor on Bravo’s “Top Chef”, and Chef Michael Carrino, winner of an episode of the Food Network’s “Chopped” will be on handTasting kits available for a charge. Crafters, vendors, children’s inflatable rides, games and food. Sponsored by Downtown Toms River. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.chili-nj.com - TOMS RIVER

    Pedals & Paddles Water Playland, Barnegat Bay at Pier One, Route 37. Soft playground equipment in the bay, water trampolines with water slides, balancing logs, iceberg, aqua trikes, water bikes, hydrobikes, kayaks, a sail boat, $15 half hour, $25 an hour. Also (not included) seadoos, crabbing & pontoon boats for rent. Weekends from May 30 - June 15. Information: 732-830-5757 - TOMS RIVER

    “Bad Dogz”, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8 pm. Bluegrass concert. Donations accepted. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON

    Antique and Classic Car Show, Route 9. 10 am. Entrants welcome. Open to the public donation to local EMS. Information: 609-296-7400 or www.sea-pirate.com - WARETOWN

    6th Annual Classic and Antique Car Show, Sea Pirate Campground, 148 Rt. 9. 10 am - 4 pm. A festival for the eyes! Hot rods and classic cars of every dimension. Rain Date May 31st. Information: 609-296-7400 or www.sea-pirate.com/activ.html - WEST CREEK

    May 31
    Lady Be Good, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Walk with Ronald, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 8 am. "Kids Helping Kids" fund raiser. All walkers are invited to enjoy the park free of charge after the event. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    Mrs. Gould Welcomes Billie Holiday, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3 pm. Outstanding jazz singer of the day. Cost includes tea luncheon. Informaton: 732-987-2263 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Spring Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 6 pm to ? Family live entertainment experienced in an old fashioned ice cream shoppe with performing waiters and waitresses in a vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Music at Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 1 - 5 pm. Vocalist Debby Berger and keyboardist Steve Berger perform a variety of music from pop rock to country and jazz. Free Admission. Information: 609-758-8000 or or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT

    Gyotaku: Fish Printing, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11 am. Learn about different types of fish and create your own piece of artwork at the same time! Call to pre-register. Ages 7 and up. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Pedals & Paddles Water Playland, Barnegat Bay at Pier One, Route 37. Soft playground equipment in the bay, water trampolines with water slides, balancing logs, iceberg, aqua trikes, water bikes, hydrobikes, kayaks, a sail boat, $15 half hour, $25 an hour. Also (not included) seadoos, crabbing & pontoon boats for rent. Weekends from May 30 - June 15. Information: 732-830-5757 - TOMS RIVER

    Class: Shorebird Carving: Black Bellied Plover, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Spend a carving intensive weekend at the Seaport making an antique style mini black bellied plover. Carver Malcolm Robinson will guide participants through the process of carving and painting a shorebird decoy. Bring lunch and carving tools if you have them. Beginners and intermediates welcome. Price includes a $ materials fee. Pre-registration requested by May 27th. $ May 31 & June 7. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON


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