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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/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html
  • 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
    Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, Broadway & the Bay. Park Open Daily 8 am - 8 pm, hours may be extended to 10 pm if staffing permits it. Lighthouse open daily 10 am - 4:30 pm. Free. Interpretative Center open weekends 10 am - 4 pm. Information: 609-494-2016 or www.nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html - BARNEGAT LIGHT/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Party Boat Fishing, Center Street & the bay, Black Whale Dock. 8 am - noon or 1 pm - 4 pm. Fishing aboard the Miss Beach Haven. $ Information: 609-978-9951 - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Safari Drive Through, Rte. 537. Abbreviated schedule until May 13. Open daily from March 27 - April 11 (closed April 4) and weekends until May 13 when it opens for the season until September 6. Than weekends until October 3, than Fri., Sat., & Sun until October 31. Closes for the season after November 6 & 7. Theme Park open at 10:30 am, closing varies from 6 pm - 11 pm depending on day and season. Safari open from 9 am - 4 pm. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    Open for the Season: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Water Park, Rte. 537. Abbreviated schedule until June 19. Open May 29 - 31, June 5, 6, 12, 13, and June 19 - Sept 6. Open at 10:30 am, closing varies from 5 pm - 7 pm depending on day and season. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    Daily Party Boat Fishing, Sea Devil, 405 Channel Dr. 7:30 am - 2:30 pm. Space for 149 passengers. Discounts for children under 12, seniors, military with ID. Runs through mid-September. $ Information: 732 701-1094 or www.seadevilfishing@aol.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

  • Every Sunday
    Long Beach Island Historical Museum, Engleside & Beach Aves. Open Starting May 24th Saturday & Sunday 10 - 4 pm. June 23 - September 7 Daily 10 - 4 pm and Wednesday evening 7 - 9 pm. September 8 - October 5 Saturday & Sunday 10 - 4 pm. Donation. Information: 609-492-0700 or www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    OPEN Weekends, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Opens at 6 pm. Open weekends May 22 - June 13 including Memorial Day. Open for the season June 18. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Yoga, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 10:45 am. Bring a mat or towel. $ per class. Program from May 29 - June 27. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Vineyard Tours, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 1 pm - 5 pm. Vineyard tours are free. Fee for winery tours includes tasting, group tours also available. Runs weekends and first friday from May 7 - November 5. Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT

    First Floor Themed Exhibit Room, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Open from 10 to 4 weekdays except holidays. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER

    Every Monday

    Island Beach State Park Upweller Maintenance, Island Beach State Park Marina, 24th Ave. 1 pm - 2:30 pm. ReClam the Bay volunteers will show baby clams growing, explain why the shellfish population is so important to Barnegat Bay, and how individuals can participate in a program to place millions of clams in the bay. Runs Mondays from May 17 - November 8. Information: 732-349-1152 or www.ReClamtheBay.org/ - SOUTH SEASIDE PARK

    Every Tuesday

    Ocean County Historical Society Museum hours, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 3 pm except holidays. Guided Tours Available Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER

    Richard Strickler Research Center, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm except holidays. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER

    Every Wednesday

    Richard Strickler Research Center, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm except holidays. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER

    Every Thursday

    Ocean County Historical Society Museum hours, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 3 pm except holidays. Guided Tours Available Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER

  • Every Friday
    Mantoloking Yacht Club Upweller Maintenance, Mantoloking Yacht Club, Bay Ave. & Downer Ave. 10:30 am - Noon. ReClam the Bay volunteers will show baby clams growing, explain why the shellfish population is so important to Barnegat Bay and how individuals can participate in a program to place millions of clams in the bay. Runs Fridays from May 21 - October 29. Information: 732-349-1152 or www.ReClamtheBay.org - MANALOKING

    Vineyard Tours, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 1 pm to 3 pm. Vineyard tours are free. Fee for winery tours includes tasting, group tours also available. Runs weekends and first friday from May 7 - November 5. Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT

  • Every Saturday
    Long Beach Island Historical Museum, Engleside & Beach Aves. Open Starting May 24th Saturday & Sunday 10 - 4 pm. June 23 - September 7 Daily 10 - 4 pm and Wednesday evening 7 - 9 pm. September 8 - October 5 Saturday & Sunday 10 - 4 pm. Donation. Information: 609-492-0700 or www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    OPEN Weekends, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Opens at 6 pm. Open weekends May 22 - June 13 including Memorial Day. Open for the season June 18. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Yoga, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 10:45 am. Bring a mat or towel. $ per class. Program from May 29 - June 27. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Vineyard Tours, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 1 pm - 5 pm. Vineyard tours are free. Fee for winery tours includes tasting, group tours also available. Runs weekends and first friday from May 7 - November 5. Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com - NEW EGYPT

    First Floor Themed Exhibit Room, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Open from 10 to 4 weekdays except holidays. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER

    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 or www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN

  • March 27 - June 1
    Celebrating Ten Years, m.t. burton gallery & 19th Street Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. Reception Apr. 3 from 6 pm - 9 pm. Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday. 10 am - 5 pm. Information: 609-494-0006 or www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY/LONG BEACH ISLAND

  • May 3 - 7
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, M. Christina Geis Art Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Art exhibit. Gallery open Monday - Thursday 9 am - 8 pm and Friday 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

  • May 10 - 28
    Senior Exhibit of Holly Avilleira '10, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Art exhibit. Monday - Thursday 9 am - 8 pm and Friday 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

  • May 15 - June 21
    Exhibition: Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Graduate Program, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9 am - 4 pm. Exhibition of artwork from the Master of Fine Arts program at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Reception May 22 from 5 pm - 7 pm. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    May 1
    Open for the Season: Nelson Sail Center, 12 Lake Dr. Sailing lessons, 2,000 square feet of shaded deck area, outdoor restrooms and state of the art classroom. Information: 732-270-6510 or www.nelsonsailingcenter.com - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    Rod Picott-Backstage Pass, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Nashville singer-songwriter. Opening for Rod will be Joe Whyte. Audience will be seated on the stage, looking at the performers and out at the 1922 theater's beautifully renovated interior. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Yoga, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 10:45 am. Bring a mat or towel. $ per class. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    3 Mile Fun Run/Walk, Lighthouse Christian Academy, 400 Beach Avenue. Begins at 9am. Register by April 24, 2010 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. Entrance Fee. Great fun and exercise. Information: 609-597-3915 - MANAHAWKIN

    28th Annual Judge M. Edward DeFazio Variety Show & Band Concert, Southern Regional, Route 9. Featuring award winning bands from Lacey, Barnegat and Stafford. Benefitting Sothern Ocean County Hospital Foundation. Free with voluntary donations. Presented by the Kiwanis Club of Long Beach Island. Information: 609-978-3081 - MANAHAWKIN

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

    Fishing for Artwork, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11 am. Practice the ancient art of gyotaku, or fish printing. Get your hands dirty making a fish print. Bring your own t-shirt or canvas bag to decorate. Ages 7 and up. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Annual Plant Sale, parking lot of Rutgers Extension at 1623 Whitesville Rd. 9 am - 3 pm. Perfect plants for the gardens of Ocean County residents. Sponsored by the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Ocean County. Information: 732-349-1245 - TOMS RIVER

    Guided Tours of Museum Available, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER

    Seaport Founder's Day, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 4 pm. Refreshments, food, give-aways, door prizes, raffles, tours, and boat rides. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    Thomas The Tank Hour, Tuckerton Junction Railroad Co. 213C East Main Street (Route 9) use the Lizzie Rose Driveway. 1:00 - 2:00 pm. A fun filled hour of Thomas The Tank and Friends! 30'x40' indoor model train display. Crafts, Activities, A Movie, Thomas The Tank Operating ModelTrain. Smocks or play clothes suggested, seating is limited to 12 children. Reservations and prepayment required $ First Saturday of the month. Information: 609-812-0300 - TUCKERTON

    May 2
    Demolition Derby, Enduro, Crate-1, Fastrak LM & Open Vintage, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Classic Car Cruise, Downtown. 12-4 pm. - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    May 3
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, M. Christina Geis Art Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Art exhibit. Gallery open Monday - Thursday 9 am - 8 pm and Friday 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees). Twizzlers Giveaway/Kids Eat Free/Scout Night/Home and Garden Night. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    31st Teen Annual Festival Performance, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 9 am - 12:30 pm. Teens will perform dance, instrumental, vocal music and theatre. Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    May 4
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, M. Christina Geis Art Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Art exhibit. Gallery open Monday - Thursday 9 am - 8 pm and Friday 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Touring Georgian Court University, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Tours begin and end at the Mansion. 10:30 am. 1.5 hour tour. Experience one-of-a-kind architecture, lush gardens, and inspiring statuary in person.. Light refreshments included. Tuesdays May 4 - June 8. $ Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees). Senior Day Tuesday/Horse Webkinz Giveaway/Dance Night where your group can perform before the game/Chess Night/Fair Haven Little League Night. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    31st Teen Annual Festival Performance, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 9 am - 12:30 pm. Teens will perform dance, instrumental, vocal music and theatre. Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    May 5
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, M. Christina Geis Art Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Art exhibit. Gallery open Monday - Thursday 9 am - 8 pm and Friday 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Court Singers & Flute Ensemble Spring Concert, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm. $ Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 11:05 p.m. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees). Wondergy Baseball Science pre-game show/Oversized Baseball Card Giveaway/Education Day. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 6
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, M. Christina Geis Art Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Art exhibit. Gallery open Monday - Thursday 9 am - 8 pm and Friday 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees). SAL Championship Banner Giveaway/Thirsty Thursday/Hockey Night/Manasquan/Brielle Little League night. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Polar Bears of Churchill, Jacques Cousteau Coastal Education Center, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 7 pm - 8 pm. Discover the world of the polar bear through a photographic tour of the "Polar Bear Capital of the World" Churchill, Manitoba. Information and registration: 609-812-0649 ext. 206 or www.jcnerr.org - TUCKERTON

    May 7
    4th District Congressional High School Art Competition, M. Christina Geis Art Gallery, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Art exhibit. Gallery open Monday - Thursday 9 am - 8 pm and Friday 9 am - 5 pm. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the Savanah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets). Post-game fireworks/Teacher Appreciation Night/Tinton Falls Little League Night/ Citta Elementary School Night. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Our Gang Players presents: Little Shop of Horrors, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 p.m. $ Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN

    May 8
    Annual Craft Show, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The show features a wide variety of handmade, fine crafts including: pottery, jewelry, stained glass, fused glass, dyed silk, quilling, funtional and decorative gourds, wind chimes, children's hats, clothing and accessories made from men's ties, quilting, puppets, soy candles, custom painted walking canes. Admission is free. Handicapped accessible. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 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. Wednesday tours 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

    Chorale Spring Concert, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 10:30 am. $ Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 4:05 p.m. Hosting the Savanah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets). Bark in the Park: bring your dog to the game, pre-game festival begins at 11 am. Middlesex County Day/Spring Lake/Sea Girt Little League Day/Matt Jennings Boot Camp before the game to benefit the Special Olympics. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Yoga, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 10:45 am. Bring a mat or towel. $ per class. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES

    Our Gang Players presents: Little Shop of Horrors, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 2 & 7:30 p.m. $ Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Modifieds, Crate-1, Fastrak LM & 305 Sprints, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Mother Day Night. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    International Migratory Bird Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. All day. Discover the many perils that face birds during their travels. Included with general admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    The Starlight Performers Presents: Hope Springs, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Road. 7 pm. An original production that will make you laugh, cry and inspire you to new heights. Information: 732-267-5958 or www.starlightperformers.com - TOMS RIVER

    2nd Annual Irish Festival, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Live Irish bands, pipers, step dancers, Celtic crafts, artists and vendors. Delicious foods and outdoor beer garden. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 9
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 1:05 p.m. Hosting the Savanah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets). Kids Day Sunday/Breast Cancer Awareness Day, players will once again feature special pink jerseys. These jerseys will be auctioned off live after the game to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation of Central and South Jersey as well as BlueClaws Community Partners. 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). Showtimes 2 pm & 4 pm. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Exhibition: After School Arts Enrichment Program, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 5 pm - 7 pm. Exhibit showcasing paintings, pottery, printmaking and basket weaving from Long Beach Island Foundation's After School Arts Enrichment Program. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Our Gang Players presents: Little Shop of Horrors, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 2 & 7:30 p.m. $ Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN

    Mother’s Day Promotion, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. All Day. Mothers get free admission to the Aquarium, Miniature Golf, Amusement Rides & Fun House with a paying child. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Mothers Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. All day. All moms free with paid child admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Mother’s Day Celebration, boardwalk. 12 Noon. Flowers distributed along the boardwalk by Mayor and Council. Entertainment. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Starlight Performers Present: Hope Springs, Toms River North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 7 pm. Information: 732-267-5958 or www.starlightperformers.org - TOMS RIVER

    2nd Annual Irish Festival, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Live Irish bands, pipers, step dancers, Celtic crafts, artists and vendors. Delicious foods and outdoor beer garden. Irish mass on Sunday 10 am. All Moms free on Sunday for Mother's Day. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    Pickin' On The Porch, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Noon - 4 pm. Come to pick, sing, listen, swap songs, tell stories, share a pot of beans and homemade bread. Acoustic instruments only please. Bluegrass, country, old time music. Hosted by Linda & Bill Salmons. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 10
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the Savanah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets). SAL Championship Posters/Kids Eat Free/Buster's Reading Program Night/Ocean County YMCA Night. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 11
    Touring Georgian Court University, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Tours begin and end at the Mansion. 10:30 am. 1.5 hour tour. Experience one-of-a-kind architecture, lush gardens, and inspiring statuary in person.. Light refreshments included. Tuesdays May 4 - June 8. $ Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    May 12
    Grove Gatherings at Murray Grove, Murray Grove Retreat and Conference Center, 431 Route 9. Potluck dinner (BYOB) 6 pm - 7 pm, entertainment 7 pm - 9 pm. Musical/Artistic Coffee House in the tradition of the English Folk Music Club where performers share their craft and engage the audience. $ Information: 609-693-5558 or www.murraygrove.org - LANOKA HARBOR

    Cruisin' Downtown 2010, downtown Toms River, Washington St. 6-9 pm. Live Bands & Entertainment, street vendors, contests along with classic cars & motorcycles. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.address.com - TOMS RIVER

    11th Annual Mr. Mon Don Pageant, Gepp Gymnasium, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue. 7 pm. Spoof on the Miss America pageant. $ Information: 732-349-8801 or www.mondonhs.com - TOMS RIVER

    Vocalist Nancy Nelson with Pianist Keith Ingram, Ocean County College Off-campus Jazz series at Mancini Hall, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington Street. 8 pm. Presented by Ocean County College Arts & Community Center. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    Lunch n' Learn: Shipwrecked at the Jersey Shore, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 12:30 pm. Discuss with the Stafford Township Historical Society about the 1854 tragedy of the Powhattan. Soup and salad option or bring your own lunch. Learn about offshore wind turbines in New Jersey. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 13
    Cruz Nite, Main St. 6 pm - 1 pm. Held every second thursday from May 13 to September 9. Information: 609-758-7539 - NEW EGYPT

    Spring Tea in the Victorian Tradition, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm & 3:30 pm. Mothers Day event. $ Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER

    May 14
    Jersey Shore Boat Sale and Expo, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 11am - 7 pm. Exhibits and seminars. Sponsored by the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey. Free parking. $ Information: 732-292-1051 or jerseyboatexpo.com- LAKEWOOD

    Adventures in the Arts: Lectures-In-Song with Fred Miller: George Gershwin, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 6:30 pm. Join Mr. Miller for a evening filled with Gershwin classics. Cost included multicourse dinner and presentation. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    May 15
    Pet Day, Meadowedge Park, 550 E. Bay Ave. 10 am - 2 pm. Pets are welcome. Vendors, food, veterinarians, animal rescuers, trainers, groomer, dog care, demos, contests. Sponsored by Barnegat Chamber of Commerce. Information: 609-660-0022 or www.barnegatchamber.com - BARNEGAT

    Town Wide Garage Sale. 8 am. Grab a directory available in the Borough Hall or Post Office. Rain date May 17. Information: 609-494-9196 or www.visitlbiregion.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Flower Sale, St. Peters at the Light, 7th St. & Central Ave. 9 am - 1 pm. Information: 609-494-2398 or www.stpetersbarnegatlight.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    7th Annual Bay Head 5k Memory Run, Bay Head Firehouse, Bridge Avenue. 8:30 am start time. Information: www.bayhead5k.com - BAY HEAD

    Spring Gala Dinner at The Ketch, The Ketch, 529 Dock Rd. 6 pm. Dinner, wine bar, and Chinese Auction to benefit the Fisherman's Cottage. Dinner & . $ Information: 609-492-6820 or www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

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

    Concert: Kris Allen, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 6 p.m. American Idol Season 8 winner live in concert. Allen will sing songs from his debut self-titled album. Included with theme park admission or your Season Pass. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    Jersey Shore Boat Sale and Expo, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 11am - 7 pm. Exhibits and seminars. Sponsored by the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey. Free parking. $ Information: 732-292-1051 or jerseyboatexpo.com- LAKEWOOD

    Garden State Philharmonic Masterworks Series, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Ipplolito: New Work, Ravel: Sheherazade for Soprano and Orchestra, Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherezade. Information: 732-255-0460 or gardenstatephilharmonic.org - LAKEWOOD

    Premiere show of the Improve Comedy Bunch, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). pm. 8 pm. Information: 732-854-2779 - www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Yoga, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 10:45 am. Bring a mat or towel. $ per class. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    ONE-DAY Boating Safety Certificate Course, SOCH Ocean Club/Family Resource Center, 700 South Route 9. 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Course stresses safe boating practice and boating rules. As of June 1, 2009, NJ Law requires all boaters 16 and older obtain a Boating Safety Certificate. Information or pre-registration: 609-597-4876 or 609-597-1295 - MANAHAWKIN

    Young at Art, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 2 pm - 5 pm. Student Art Exhibit. Presented by Stafford Twp Arts Center and Education Foundation. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.staffordfdn.org - MANAHAWKIN

    New Egypt Day, Oakford Lake, Main St. 11 am - 4 pm. Outdoor street festival with live music, FREE kids inflatables and face painting, canoe rides. Also, vendors, great food and etc. Information: 609-758-7461 or www.mainstreetne.org - NEW EGYPT

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

    Car & Classic Motorcycle Show & Crafts, St. Joseph's Parish Fields. Whitty and Old Freehold Rds. 10 am - 3 pm. Awards for Best of Show, Best Graphics, Oldest Car and much more. Sponsored by the Monsignor Donovan High School PTA. Information: 732-929-9748 or www.mondonhs.com - TOMS RIVER

    21st Annual New Jersey State Chili & Salsa Cook 0ff, Washington St. 11 - 5 pm. NJ's original and hottest cook-off! International Chili Society-sanctioned State competition. Tasting kits nominal fee. Family fun, mouth watering vittles, contests, chili & salsa tasting, live music and much more! Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

    May 16
    Jersey Shore Boat Sale and Expo, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 10am - 6 pm. Exhibits and seminars. Sponsored by the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey. Free parking. $ Information: 732-292-1051 or jerseyboatexpo.com- LAKEWOOD

    Garden State Philharmonic's Symphonic Storytellers, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 3 pm. Concert. $ Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Behind the Scenes Tours, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11 am. Discover what goes on behind the scenes at their aquarium while you tour the building front top to bottom. Sneakers required. Pre-register. Ages 5 and up. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Wind of Spring: Marches & Overtures, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 2 pm. Concert presented by the Community Chorus of Ocean County College. $ Information: 732-255-0400 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    4th Annual Bluegrass & Barbecue Festival, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. Kick off the summer with the down home sounds of bluegrass and the sweet smell of barbecue. Vendors, food, refreshments, family activities, demonstrations, boat rides. "Celebrating Jersey Traditions", a craft show featuring glass art, boatbuilding, basketry, caning, quilting, blacksmithing and more. Craft show presented by the Jersey Shore Folklife Center. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 17
    Concert Band and Jazz Rock Ensemble, Gepp Gymnasium, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue. 7 pm. Spring concert performed by the Show Choir, the Jazz Choir, and the Concert Choir. Information: 732-349-8801 or www.mondonhs.com - TOMS RIVER

    May 18
    Touring Georgian Court University, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Tours begin and end at the Mansion. 10:30 am. 1.5 hour tour. Experience one-of-a-kind architecture, lush gardens, and inspiring statuary in person.. Light refreshments included. Tuesdays May 4 - June 8. $ Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    May 19
    Miles for Mordecai, Mordecai Island, Berkeley and Bay Avenues. 9 am - Noon. Hosted by the Mordecai Land Trust to spread awareness raise money for preserving and restoring Mordecai Island in Barnegat Bay. Ice cream and prizes. Rain date is May 30. Information: 856-429-5071 or www.mordecaimatters.org - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    "Applique between the Lines" by Betty Maguire, Long Beach Township Municipal Bldg. 6805 Long Beach Blvd. 1 pm - 3 pm. Sponsored by Pieceful Shores Quilters Guild. Information: 609-361-7336 - BRANT BEACH/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Exhibit: World War II: A Look Back from Ocean County, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. Monday - Friday. 10 am - 4 pm. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - TOMS RIVER

    May 20
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Pittsburgh Pirates). BlueClaws Caps/Rutgers University Alumni Night with Jeremy Ito/Thirsty Thursday/ Rutgers Alumni Night with Jeremy Ito/Lacrosse Night with a pre-game clinic. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Music Fest, Boardwalk. 6 pm - 10 pm. 3-day weekend, bands, music, industry professionals, live performances. Over 130 performers, 13 venues, rides and amusements. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasidemusicfest.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Cruise Night, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 5 pm - 9 pm. Car Show. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 21
    Presentation: Empress of Ireland, Museum of NJ Maritime History, 528 Dock Road. Bart Malone speaks on the most tragic marine disaster in Canadian history. Reservations required. Light refreshments provided. Museum open throughout the day until the presentation. Donation. Information: 609-492-0202 or www.address.com - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Pittsburgh Pirates). Post-game fireworks/Freehold Little League Night/Greenville Elementary Night. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Music Fest, Boardwalk. 10 am - 10 pm. 3-day weekend, bands, music, industry professionals, live performances. Over 130 performers, 13 venues, rides and amusements. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasidemusicfest.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Sidewalk Sale Days, Borough of Ship Bottom. Merchant sidewalk sales. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    May 22
    Barnegat Lighthouse Lecture Series: The Life of a Clam, Barnegat State Park Interpretative Center, Broadway & the Bay. 1 pm. An in depth lifeline of the clam from birth to harvest presented by Rick Bushnell of Reclam the Bay. Information: 609-494-2016 or www.nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Ocean Fun Day, Bathing Pavilion, Island Beach State Park. 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 - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK

    Jersey Shore Auction, Island Heights Fire Company, 13 Lake Ave. 9 am preview, 10 am auction. Eestate auction. Information: www.JerseyShoreAuctionService.com - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    Tours of Navy Lakehurst, Navy Lakehurst, Route 547. 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. Wednesday tours 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. 4:05 p.m. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Pittsburgh Pirates). Summer Concert Ticket Extravaganza/Boating and Fishing Expo/ROTC Day/ Atlantic County Day/Colts Neck Day. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    19th Annual Bike MS "Coast the Coast" Ride, Starts at Monmouth University. Check-in at 7:00 am Ride starts at 8:00 am. Several ride lengths available. Depending on your ride choice, you'll enjoy coastal views, seaside towns, historic sites. Each length of this Bike MS ride offers something for everyone. Rides: One-day, 25-mile; One-day, 50-mile; One-day (Sat. or Sun.), 85-mile; Two-day, 170 Miles of flat terrain down the Jersey Shore from top to bottom. Ride starts at Monmouth University on Saturday and finishes at Pinelands Regional Middle School in Little Egg Harbor. On Sunday, it continues from the Pinelands Regional Middle School and finishes in Cape May. Extra 15 mile power loop available for optional Century Ride on Day One. Free overnight accommodations offered. Information: 732-660-1005 or bikenjm.nationalMSsociety.org - LITTLE EGG HARBOR

    Yoga, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 10:45 am. Bring a mat or towel. $ per class. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    NJ Certified Boating Basics Course, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9 am - 1 pm. Basics course will prepare you for fun at the Jersey Shore. Every adult 16 and up must be certified and teens 13 - 15 can be certified for small boats and watercraft less than 10 horsepower. Learn all about boats, legal requirements, navigation rules, and accidents. $ Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    All Star Comedy, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 pm. Comedy show. $ Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Modifieds, Crate-1, Fastrak LM, SpeedSTRs & GSVSCC, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Banner Night. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Protecting the Future: Endangered Species Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. All Day. Learn how you can help protect Endangered Species around the world and in your own backyard. Included with general admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Music Fest, Boardwalk. 10 am - 6 pm. 3-day weekend, bands, music, industry professionals, live performances. Over 130 performers, 13 venues, rides and amusements. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasidemusicfest.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Sidewalk Sale Days, Borough of Ship Bottom. Merchant sidewalk sales. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Relay for Life of Toms River Festival, Toms River High School North, Old Freehold Rd. 9 am. Flea market opens at noon. Relay activities start and run overnight until sunrise. Music, food, games, activities, free admission. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Information: 732-300-1463 or www.relayforlife.org/tomsrivernj - TOMS RIVER

    Arts & Music Festival, Huddy Park, Water St. Noon - 5 pm. Concerts in the Park, Rock'n on the River. WJRZ entertainment with games and contests and food vendors. Presented by The Music Academy. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

    May 23
    Wizard of Oz, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. Explore the enchanting land over the rainbow where dreams really do come true! Make fast friends with the most famous companions in all literature. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 1:05 p.m. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Pittsburgh Pirates). Kids Day Sunday/Meet & Greet with Brobee & Plex from Nick Jr's "Yo Gabba Gabba"/ Brick Township Day/Elks Day. Breast Cancer Awareness Day, players will once again feature special pink jerseys. These jerseys will be auctioned off live after the game to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation of Central and South Jersey as well as BlueClaws Community Partners postponed from May 9th. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    19th Annual Bike MS "Coast the Coast" Ride, Starts at Pinelands Regional Middle School in Little Egg Harbor. Check-in at 6:30 am Ride starts at 7:30 am. Several ride lengths available. Depending on your ride choice, you'll enjoy coastal views, seaside towns, historic sites. Each length of this Bike MS ride offers something for everyone. Rides: One-day, 25-mile; One-day, 50-mile; One-day (Sat. or Sun.), 85-mile; Two-day, 170 Miles of flat terrain down the Jersey Shore from top to bottom. Ride continues from the Pinelands Regional Middle School and finishes in Cape May. Extra 15 mile power loop available for optional Century Ride on Day One. Information: 732-660-1005 or bikenjm.nationalMSsociety.org - LITTLE EGG HARBOR

    Railroad Dinner Seminar, Sea Oaks Country Club and Golf Course, Route 539. 5:30 pm. Raymond Cluss will present the restoration of the "Hickory Creek" a NY Central 20th Century limited observation. China and artifacts from the actual car will be displayed. $ Sponsored by Tuckerton Junction Railroad Co. Information & Reservations at 609-812-0300. - LITTLE EGG HARBOR

    NJ Certified Boating Basics Course, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 9 am - 1 pm. Basics course will prepare you for fun at the Jersey Shore. Every adult 16 and up must be certified and teens 13 - 15 can be certified for small boats and watercraft less than 10 horsepower. Learn all about boats, legal requirements, navigation rules, and accidents. $ Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - LOVELADIES/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    "The Hitman Murder Mysteries: Assisted Murder", Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club, 518 Arnold Ave. 11 am. Price includes brunch and show. Information: 732-899-3900 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Sidewalk Sale Days, Borough of Ship Bottom. Merchant sidewalk sales. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Relay for Life of Toms River Festival, Toms River High School North, Old Freehold Rd. 9 am. Flea market opens at noon. Relay activities start and run overnight until sunrise. Music, food, games, activities, free admission. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Information: 732-300-1463 or www.relayforlife.org/tomsrivernj - TOMS RIVER

    May 24
    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals). Kids Eat Free/Reggy Appearance/Golf Night/Celebrate New Jersey Night. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 25
    Touring Georgian Court University, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. Tours begin and end at the Mansion. 10:30 am. 1.5 hour tour. Experience one-of-a-kind architecture, lush gardens, and inspiring statuary in person.. Light refreshments included. Tuesdays May 4 - June 8. $ Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals). Golf Night with US Open Trophy/Senior Day Tuesday/College Fair Night/Nine Innings of Networking. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    5th Annual Surf Fashion Show & Dinner, Monsignor Donovan High School, 711 Hooper Avenue. 6:30 pm. Cost includes dinner from Surf Taco and a summer Fashion Show and door prizes. Proceeds will benefit the Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity. Information: 732-349-8801 or www.mondonhs.com - TOMS RIVER

    May 26
    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

    Mrs. Gould Welcomes Judy Garland, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am. A teenaged Judy will tell the story of how she moved from stage to screen as she visits with Mrs. Gould. Cost includes performance and tea luncheon. Tickets must be pre-purchase tickets. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 11:05 a.m. Hosting the Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals). Wondergy Baseball Science pre game show/Oversized Baseball Cards/Education Day. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    10th Annual ALS BlueClaws Celebrity Waiter Night, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6 pm reception with dinner following. BlueClaws players serve as the waiters and the coaching staff are bartenders. The event includes silent auction, including a jersey autographed by the entire team, merchandise from former BlueClaws and current Philadelphia Phillies. $ Information: 732-901-7000 ext 192 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    May 27
    Mrs. Gould Welcomes Judy Garland, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am. A teenaged Judy will tell the story of how she moved from stage to screen as she visits with Mrs. Gould. Cost includes performance and tea luncheon. Tickets must be pre-purchase tickets. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 6:35 p.m. Hosting the Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals). SAL Championship Posters/Thirsty Thursday/Howell Township Night/Toms River East Little League Night/Multi-Chamber of Commerce Networking Event. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    "Applique between the Lines" by Betty Maguire, Stafford Township Community Center, Mill Creek Rd. 7 pm - 9 pm. Sponsored by Pieceful Shores Quilters Guild. Information: 609-597-4325 - MANAHAWKIN

    Traditional Arts Night, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 5 pm - 9 pm. True to the Seaport's mission this evening is about celebrating traditional arts. Live demonstrators. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    May 28
    OPENS FOR THE SEASON: Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). shows start at 6 pm. A Broadway cabaret comes with the sundae. Information: 732-854-2779 - www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Local Sports Team Night, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk. 5 pm - 11 pm. 2-for-1 Admission to the Fun House, Cast-a-way Cove and Aquarium. Family Happy Hour Specials & $5 off the wristband in Amusement Park. All Offers Available with Participation in Each Week's Themed Organization, bring your uniform shirt. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    May 29
    Edith Duff Gwinn Gardens & Barnegat Light Museum, 5th St. & Central Ave. Garden self-guided tour from dawn to dusk. Museum open weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm. Tours are available by appointment. Information: 609-494-3407 or www.bl-hs.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Barnegat Light Fire Company Auction, Barnegat Light Fire Company, 19th St. & Central Ave. 5:30 pm. Gift auction, cocktails and appetizers. $ Information: 609-494-1280 or www.barnegatlightfire.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Meet the Surflighters, Opening night celebration at The Gables. 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Price includes performance, hors d'oeuvres, wine, champagne in The Gables garden courtyard. Additional offerings available throughout the stunning dining rooms. Enjoy sweet endings before curtain time. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    3rd Annual Blessing of the Lifeguards, St. Francis Aquatic Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 4:45 pm. Ecumenical blessing ceremony open to all area lifequards regardless of religious affiliation. Long Beach Township Beach Patrol's swim tests, will take place immediately following the ceremony at 5 pm in the Aquatic Center. Light refreshments. Information: 609-494-8861 ext. 118 or www.stfranciscenterlbi.com/ - BRANT BEACH, LONG BEACH ISLAND

    2nd Annual Harvey Cedars townwide YardSale. Sponsored by the Harvey Cedars Taxpayers Association Information: www.harveycedarstax.org - HARVEY CEDARS/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Open for the Season: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Water Park, Rte. 537. Abbreviated schedule until June 19. Open May 29 - 31, June 5, 6, 12, 13, and June 19 - Sept 6. Open at 10:30 am, closing varies from 5 pm - 7 pm depending on day and season. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    Tornado water attraction makes it debut at Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Route 537. Funnel shaped tubing attraction goes throughthrough vortex tunnel and into 60-foot wide funnel. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    Mrs. Gould Welcomes Judy Garland, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:30 am. A teenaged Judy will tell the story of how she moved from stage to screen as she visits with Mrs. Gould. Cost includes performance and tea luncheon. Tickets must be pre-purchase tickets. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). Shows start at 6 pm. A Broadway cabaret comes with the sundae. Information: 732-854-2779 - www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Modified Twin 20's, Sportsman & Outlaw Stocks, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Tribute to Military Night Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Township of Ocean Founder's Day, Fredric A. Priff Elementary School, 139 Wells Mills Rd. 9 am - 2 pm. Live entertainment, crafters, vendors, pet parade, free children's rides, civil war encampment and fireworks. Information: 609-693-5407 or www.townshipofocean.org - WARETOWN

    May 30
    Edith Duff Gwinn Gardens & Barnegat Light Museum, 5th St. & Central Ave. Garden self-guided tour from dawn to dusk. Museum open weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm. Tours are available by appointment. Information: 609-494-3407 or www.bl-hs.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Arts & Crafts Show, Viking Village, 19th & Bayview. 10 am - 4:30 pm. Local artists and crafters, rain or shine. Information: 609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillage.net - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, 20th St. and Central Ave. to 7th St. and Broadway. 7 pm. Parade, kids on bikes & fire trucks. Ceremony at the Lighthouse and throw a flower in the inlet to remember those who defended our country. Information:www.visitlbiregion.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Meet the Surflighters, Opening night celebration at The Gables. 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Price includes performance, hors d'oeuvres, wine, champagne in The Gables garden courtyard. Additional offerings available throughout the stunning dining rooms. Enjoy sweet endings before curtain time. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Uncle Floyd’s Wild West Show, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. Uncle Floyd’s take on the Wild West with a country band, cowboy hats and all. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Mrs. Gould Welcomes Judy Garland, The Mansion, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 3:00 pm. A teenaged Judy will tell the story of how she moved from stage to screen as she visits with Mrs. Gould. Cost includes performance and tea luncheon. Tickets must be pre-purchase tickets. Informaton: 732-987-2232 or www.georgian.edu - LAKEWOOD

    Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). Shows start at 6 pm. A Broadway cabaret comes with the sundae. Information: 732-854-2779 - www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Mud Hop, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    May 31
    Memorial Day Service, Memorial Park, Bay Blvd. 11 am. Sponsored by the Borough of Lavallette. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE

    Memorial Day Celebration, Borough Hall, 16th & the Blvd. 1 pm. Join in honoring their Veterans. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM

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


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