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

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

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

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

    Ocean County History year round:
  • 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
  • September
    Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, Broadway & the Bay. Park Open Daily 8 am - 10 pm. Lighthouse Open Daily 10 am - 4:30 pm, free after Labor Day. Interpretative Center - Wednesday through Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. Information: 609-494-2016 or www.nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Edith Duff Gwinn Gardens at the Barnegat Light Museum, 5th St. & Central Ave. A self-guided tour of the garden is available daylight hours. Gardens are open all year. Museum open weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm. Information: 609-494-3407 or www.bl-hs.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Barnegat Light Historical Society Museum, 5th Street and Central Avenue. Open weekends from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. The museum houses the original 1,000 plate Barnegat Lighthouse Fresnel lens, among other interesting artifacts. Information: 609-494-8578 or www.bl-hs.org/ - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    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

    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

    Bay Cruise, Center Street & the bay, Black Whale Dock. 7 pm. Aboard the Miss Beach Haven. One hour bay cruise with entertainment. June 25 - Labor Day. $ Information: 609-978-9951 - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Safari Drive Through, Rte. 537. Open daily thru September 6 than weekends until October 3. From Oct 8 - 31 Fri, Sat. & Sun. November 6 & 7. Theme Park open at 10:30 am, closing varies from 10 pm - 11 pm depending on day. Safari open from 9 am - 4 pm. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    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. Runs June 18 to September 6. Information: 732-854-2779 - www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    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
    Flea Market, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 8 am - 1 pm. New & Used Merchandise. Runs Sundays from July 11 - October 31. Information: 732-901-7000 ext. 100 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Big Joe Jersey Talent Show, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7:30 pm. Family summer entertainment. Runs Sundays from June 27 - September 5. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Movies on the Beach, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. At dark. Family movies on the beach. Runs Sundays from June 27 - September 5 . Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    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

    Farmer's Market, J Street and Central Avenue. 11 am - 5 pm. Runs June 21st through Labor Day, September 6. After Labor Day - Mid-October every Sunday. Fresh Produce, Flowers, Specialty Items, Pastries & Baked Goods, Cheeses and Candies & Nuts. Plenty of Free Parking. Rain or Shine. Information: 732-793-3700 - SEASIDE PARK

    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
    Miss Barnegat Light Sunset Cruises, 18th St. & Bayview Ave. 7 pm. Enjoy the sunsets, indigenous wildlife and the tranquil waters of Barnegat Light harbor and inlet. Some examples of wild life seen: Porpoise,seabirds,turtles,harbor seals,and even an occasional whale! Runs Monday - Thursday from June 28 - September 2. $ Information: 609-494-2094 or www.missbarnegatlight.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Farmer's Market, J Street and Central Avenue. 11 am - 5 pm. Runs June 21st through Labor Day, September 6. After Labor Day - Mid-October every Sunday. Fresh Produce, Flowers, Specialty Items, Pastries & Baked Goods, Cheeses and Candies & Nuts. Plenty of Free Parking. Rain or Shine. Information: 732-793-3700 - SEASIDE PARK

    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
    Miss Barnegat Light Sunset Cruises, 18th St. & Bayview Ave. 7 pm. Enjoy the sunsets, indigenous wildlife and the tranquil waters of Barnegat Light harbor and inlet. Some examples of wild life seen: Porpoise,seabirds,turtles,harbor seals,and even an occasional whale! Runs Monday - Thursday from June 28 - September 2. $ Information: 609-494-2094 or www.missbarnegatlight.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    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

    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 Wednesday
    Miss Barnegat Light Sunset Cruises, 18th St. & Bayview Ave. 7 pm. Enjoy the sunsets, indigenous wildlife and the tranquil waters of Barnegat Light harbor and inlet. Some examples of wild life seen: Porpoise,seabirds,turtles,harbor seals,and even an occasional whale! Runs Monday - Thursday from June 28 - September 2. $ Information: 609-494-2094 or www.missbarnegatlight.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Radio Disney Events, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 5 pm - 7 pm. Children’s entertainment. Runs Wednesdays from June 24 - September 1. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Fireworks, Beach Area. 9:30 pm. Raindate the following Friday. June 23 - September 1 Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Toms River Farmers Market, Huddy Park, on Water Street. 11 am - 5 pm. Rain or shine. Runs June 9 - October 27 on Wednesday. Select from fresh produce, fruits and vegetables, plants, herbs, fresh breads, honey and more! Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - 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 Thursday
    Lighthouse Chats, Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, Interpretative Center, Broadway & the Bay. 10 am - 11 am. Informal talk about New Jersey's iconic lighthouse, its history and how it came to be relit after decades of darkness with a questions and answer session about the park. Conducted by Angelo Rinaldi, past president of the Friends of Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. Runs Thursday from July 1 - September 2 except June 24. Information: 609-494-2016 or www.nj.gov/dep/parksandforests/parks/barnlig.html - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Barnegat Lighthouse History Talk, Barnegat Lighthouse, Long Beach Blvd. 10 am. 20 minute talk on the history of the Barnegat Lighthouse. How and why it was relit, additional time for questions and answers at the conclusion of the talk. Runs Thursdays from July 1 - September 2. Information: 609-290-6430 or www.lighthousefriends.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Miss Barnegat Light Sunset Cruises, 18th St. & Bayview Ave. 7 pm. Enjoy the sunsets, indigenous wildlife and the tranquil waters of Barnegat Light harbor and inlet. Some examples of wild life seen: Porpoise,seabirds,turtles,harbor seals,and even an occasional whale! Runs Monday - Thursday from June 28 - September 2. $ Information: 609-494-2094 or www.missbarnegatlight.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Surf City Yacht Club Upweller Maintenance, Surf City Yacht Club, 399 N. 9th St. 5 pm - 6:30 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 Thursdays from July 8 - September 30. Information: 732-349-1152 or www.ReClamtheBay.org - SURF CITY

    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

    $5 After 5 pm, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 5 pm. Live demonstrations in carving, knitting and basketry. Runs Thursday through September 23. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

  • Every Friday
    Farmer's Market, Community Hall Parking Lot, Route 9 & Lacey Road. 2pm - 6pm Runs July to September. Rain or Shine Information: 609-693-8223 or www.laceytownship.org - FORKED RIVER/LACEY TOWNSHIP

    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
    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

    Farmers Market, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 2 pm. Runs Saturdays, June thru September. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. Live county, bluegrass, and folk music. Doors Open at 6:30 pm & music begins at 7:30 pm. $ Information: 609-971-1593 or www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN

  • August 14 - September 22
    Jersey Shore Clay National 2010, m.t. burton gallery & 19th Street Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. Juror: Mark Dean, cash prizes. Information: 609-494-0006 or www.mtburtongallery.com/jerseyshoreclaynational.aspx - SURF CITY

    September 1
    Children's Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Evening Ghost Stories at the Museum, Long Beach Island Historical Museum, Engleside & Beach Aves. 7 pm. Runs from June 15 - September 1. $ Information: 609-492-0700 or www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring live reptiles such as a 16' 165 lb. Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana, American Alligator and Cobras. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Concerts on the Green: The Kootz, Bicentennial Park, Engleside & Beach Aves. 7:30 pm. In case of inclement weather the concerts will be moved to the LBI Historical Museum. Information: 609-492-2739 - BEACH HAVEN

    Cabaret, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Provocative and wildly entertaining, Cabaret is the story of a young American writer who comes to Berlin just before the rise of Hitler and the Nazi Party. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the Augusta Green Jackets (S.F. Giants). The Famous Chicken Apperance/Wing Fling/Charity Night with concourse tables for non-profit partners/Wing Fling, wing eating contest. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Children's Story Time: Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 4:00 pm. Tickets Required. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Late Night Music Man" IMPROV Comedy Bunch, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 11 pm. Runs from July 2 - September 5. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Arts & Crafts, Jenkinson's Boardwalk Ride Park, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 8.pm. Runs from June 30 - September 1. Runs Wednesdays June 30 - September 1. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Hermit Crab Races, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 7 pm. Runs Wednesday from June 30 - September 1. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Big Band, Jenkinson’s Inlet Beach, Ocean Ave. 7:30 pm. Music Festival hosted by Tony and Donna Buonauro. Provided by the Storino Family. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Festival of the Atlantic Conert: , Jenkinsons North Beach, at the foot of Broadway. 7:30 pm weather permitting. St Peters Orchestra - varied big band - show tunes - tenors. Free. Runs June 30 - September 1. Information: 732-892-1118, ext. 211 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Celebrate Jersey Fresh Fruits: Apples, Toms River Farmers Market, Huddy Park, on Water Street. 11 am - 5 pm. Rain or shine. 1st Wednesday of each month from June 9 - October 27. Enter to win a basket of Jersey Fresh produce! Farmers & vendors will feature the fruit of the month. Demonstrations & sampling by Downtown restaurants and businesses. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

    Concert: Jersey Sound & Mahoney Brothers, Harry Wright Lake, Lake Rd. 6 pm. Information: 732-657-8121 or www.manchestertwp.com - WHITING

    September 2
    Children's Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Cabaret, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm. Provocative and wildly entertaining, Cabaret is the story of a young American writer who comes to Berlin just before the rise of Hitler and the Nazi Party. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring live reptiles such as a 16' 165 lb. Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana, American Alligator and Cobras. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Brick Summerfest 2010: Drive in Movie Night - "The Fantastic Mr. Fox", Windward Beach, Princeton Ave. Concert at 7 pm. Food Court and DJ begin at 5 pm. Shuttle buses run from Drum Point School, Midstreams Elementary School, and Brick High School (Chambers Bridge Rd). From 5 pm - 8 pm continously. Return trips from at 9 pm. All children 16 years old or under must be accompanied by an adult. Information: 732-262-1006 - BRICK

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the Augusta Green Jackets (S.F. Giants). Thirsty Thursday/Ryan Howard Number Retirement and Commemorative Jersey Giveaway/ Knights of Columbus Night. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    HANNAH BANANA, game show edition, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 5 pm. Featuring songs from Hannah Montana. When you purchase sundae the show is FREE. Reservations Required. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Summer Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 6 pm - Midnight. Get in by 11pm to see last show. Runs from June 18 - September 5. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Storytime on the Beach! Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 6 pm - 7 pm. Join their staff for stories in the sand. Weather permitting. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Uncle Floyd, Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club, 518 Arnold Ave. Dinner starts at 7 pm, Show starts at 9 pm. $ Information: 732-899-3900 or www.unclevinniescomedyclub.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Fireworks, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. At dark. Runs from July 1 - September 2. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Ditch the Cell Phone Night, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 5 pm - 9 pm. Take the ever-ringing cell phone, leave it in the car for the evening & come enjoy uninterrupted family time! Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    September 3
    Shellfish Seed Growing, 10th St. & Bay Ave. 11 am. ReClam the Bay volunteer will demonstrate how baby clams grow, feed, and develop. Discuss the importance of the population to the Barnegat Bay. Runs Fridays June 18 - September 29. Information: 609-494-9196 or or www.barnegatlight.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Walking Tours Through Historical Beach Haven, Long Beach Island Historical Museum, Engleside & Beach Aves. 10 am. Weather permitting. $ Information: 609-492-0700 or www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    "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 from 7:00 pm until closing. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Children's Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Cabaret, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Provocative and wildly entertaining, Cabaret is the story of a young American writer who comes to Berlin just before the rise of Hitler and the Nazi Party. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (White Sox). Post game Fireworks. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Summer Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 6 pm - Midnight. Get in by 11pm to see last show. Runs from June 18 - September 5. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Fairytales and Fables, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. Noon - 5 pm. Dress as a Princess, Toad, Knight and march in the parade, face painting, arts & crafts, live entertainment, appearance by Medieval Times, etc. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Wristband Day, Jenkinson's Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. 5 pm - 11 pm. Rides All the Rides for one price. Runs from July 2 - September 3. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    September 4
    Ducky Derby 2010, Thundering Surf Waterpark. 5 pm. See if your duck will cross the finish line first, there will be a sliding scale cash prize for the fastest duck. $ Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Children's Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Cabaret, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Provocative and wildly entertaining, Cabaret is the story of a young American writer who comes to Berlin just before the rise of Hitler and the Nazi Party. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (White Sox). Buster Bobbleheads/Group Leader Appreciation Night/ Bark in the park/Yo Gabba Gabba Characters. Big Band Casino Show begins at 5 pm before the 7:05 pm game. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    IMPROV SUMMER LEAGUE Student Showcase, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 6 pm. Cost includes 2 Scoop Sundae. Runs from July 2 - September 5. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    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

    Modifieds, Outlaw Stocks, Crate-1 & 305 Sprints, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Back to School Night. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Olde Time Antiques and Collectible Faire, Ocean County Parking Garage, Hadley & Madison Aves. 9 am - 4 pm. Sponsored by the Ocean County Historical Society. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org - 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

    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

    September 5
    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

    Garvey and Speed Skiff Races, 9th St. & Bayfront. Noon - 3:30 pm. Sponsored by the East Coast Boat Racing Club of NJ. Information: 609-494-7211 or www.ecbrcnj.com - BEACH HAVEN

    Children's Theatre: The Wizard of Oz, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Sedge Island Public Kayak Tours, Island Beach State Park. Launch area across from Parking Lot 21. 9 am - noon. Sit on top kayaks, paddles, life vests provided, minimum age 14, those 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. View birds, marine life, and plants, interactive, learn about New Jersey’s first marine. Conservation zone, prior boating and kayaking experience necessary, no flip flops, singles will be paired. Cost not included in park admission. Information and reservations: 732-830-1835 or www.yakskayakrental.com/ - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK

    Summer Concert Series: East Coast Bands, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 5:30 pm. Included with park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 p.m. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (White Sox). Kids Day Sunday/Fireworks. The Toms River National Little League team that advanced to this year's Little League World Series will be that night's Future BlueClaws. There will also be a pre-game ceremony with all of the players and manager Paul Deceglie. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Special Labor Day Performances, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). Shows begin at 7 pm. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Concert at the Gazebo, Philadelphia Avenue and Bay Boulevard. 7 pm. Roustabouts Information: or www.lavallette.org - LAVALLETTE

    23rd Annual Harvey Cedars Catboat Race, Sunset Park, Long Beach Blvd. 12:30 pm. Information: 609-494-8352 or www.harveycedars.org - HARVEY CEDARS

    Fireworks, Beach Area. 9:30 pm. Raindate September 11th at 8:00 pm. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    September 6
    "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 from 7:00 pm until closing. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN

    BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 1:05 p.m. Hosting the Kannapolis Intimidators (White Sox). Kids Eat Free/Fan Appreciation Night with a post-game photo on the field for fans, players, coaches and mascots. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Labor Day Special - Sportsman "Romano Memorial 84" & Fastrak LM, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Patriotic Final, Jenkinson’s Inlet Beach, Ocean Ave. 7:30 pm. Music Festival hosted by Tony and Donna Buonauro. Provided by the Storino Family. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Labor Day Fireworks, Jenkinson’s Beach, Beach at Parkway. At dark. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Car Cruise, 18th-21st St. on Long Beach Blvd. 5 pm - 9 pm. Information: 732-604-1650 or www.vintageautoclubnj.org - SHIP BOTTOM

    September 8
    Concerts on the Green: Fred Lehotay and the Ragtimers, Bicentennial Park, Engleside & Beach Aves. 7:30 pm. In case of inclement weather the concerts will be moved to the LBI Historical Museum. Information: 609-492-2739 - BEACH HAVEN

    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    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

    September 9
    Children's Theatre: Winnie the Pooh, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.$ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

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

    Hang 10 Night, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 5 pm - 9 pm. A celebration of the Seaport’s newest addition: the New Jersey Surf Museum. On these evenings Tiki Taco will be selling food at family friendly prices. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    September 10
    Children's Theatre: Winnie the Pooh, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m.$ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Lakewood BlueClaws: Best-of-three Northern Division Championship Series, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 pm. First home game and 2nd in series. Fireworks. If necessary, game 3 will be played Sept. 11. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Classic Car Cruises, downtown, Arnold & Bay Aves. 5 pm - 9 pm. Antique Cars, collectible cars, hot rods, trucks, motorcycles & live music. Rain date May 11. Information: www.webaddress.com/ - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    ½ Way to St. Patrick's Day Weekend, boardwalk. 6 pm. Irish entertainment along with bagpipers and fireworks. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Boardwalk Bed Race, boardwalk at Franklin Ave. 6 pm. Business boardwalk bed race and entertainment. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

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

    September 11
    Barnegat Township Pirate's Day, Gazebo Park and Barnegat Municipal Dock, Rt. 9 & East Bay Ave. 9 am - 9 pm. Pirate re-enactors, vendors, food, entertainment, costume contest, magicians, treasure hunt, trolley tour, fireworks and much more. Information: 609-698-0080 or www.barnegat.net - BARNEGAT

    Berkeley Township Community Pride Day, Veteran's Park, Bill Zimmerman Way. 10 am - 9 pm. Entertainment, characters, face painting, rides, fireworks, etc. Information: 732-269-4456 or www.btrec.org - BAYVILLE

    Tribute to the Diving Community & Its Role in Preserving NJ, Museum of NJ Maritime History, 528 Dock Rd. 5 pm - Midnight. Indoor-outdoor tented fundraiser. Shop, live entertainment, pulled pork station, vegetarian dishes, assorted salads & seafood desserts. Full service cash cocktail bar, 50/50 raffle, Chinese auction, door prizes memorial tribute. Silent memorial slideshow. $ Information: 609-492-0202 or www.museumofnjmh.org - BEACH HAVEN

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

    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Young Eagle's Flight Rally, Robert J. Miller Airport, Route 530. 9 am - 1 pm. Free airplane ride, open to ages 8-17 with parent present to sign a required permission slip. Encourages a new generation to learn more about the possibilities that exist in the world of aviation.Each participant will receive a certificate making them an official Young Eagle. Sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Association, Chapter 898 - The Ocean County Chapter Rain date September 12. Information: 609-548-0959 or www.eaa.org - BERKELEY TOWNSHIP

    9th Annual St. Francis House Tour, St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 10 am - 3 pm. Cost includes tours of 5 newly built homes. Information: 609-494-8861 or www.stfranciscenterlbi.com/ - BRANT BEACH, LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Family Health & Safety Fair, St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 9 am - 11:30 am. Activities for youngsters. Light refreshments. Sponsored by the Souther Ocean County Hospital, the Long Beach Island Health Department and St. Francis Community Center. Information: 609-494-8861 ext. 118 or www.stfranciscenterlbi.com/ - BRANT BEACH, LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Sailfest Regatta & Street Fair, River Ave. 10 am - 10 pm. Sailing races, live entertainment, art, crafts and more Information: www.tomsriverrotary.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

    Doo Wop Rock-n-Roll Spectacular, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 7 pm. Music from legendary groups. All proceeds benefit the Ocean Medical Center Prostate Cancer Fund. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    Lakewood BlueClaws: Best-of-three Northern Division Championship Series, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 pm. Possible last game in series. Game 3 will be played if necessary. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    Lavallette Heritage Day Festival, Gazebo, Philadelphia Ave. and Bay Blvd. 9 am - 5:30 pm. 250 vendors, food, arts and crafts, kid games, clowns and antique car show. All day entertainment. Presented by Lavallette Heritage Commission. Rain date September 12th. Information: 732-793-7477 or www.lavallette.org - LAVALLETTE

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 7 pm-?. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Modifieds, Sportsman, Outlaw Stocks & GSVSCC, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 911 Night - Tribute to First Responders. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    5th Annual Ship Bottom Irish Festival, Ship Bottom Boat Parking Lot, 10th and Shore Ave. 11 am - 7 pm. Music, dancers, pipers, vendors, food, etc. $ Information: 609-494-6301 or www.lbiaoh.com - SHIP BOTTOM

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

    17th Annual Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs Youth Tournament, Island Beach State Park, Ocean Bathing Area #1, End of Rt. 35 S. Registration at 8 am. Sponsored by New Jersey Beach Buggy Association. Included in park admission. Information: 732-793-1698 or www.friendsofislandbeach.com - SOUTH SEASIDE PARK

    Clamtown's 36th Annual Antique Flea Market, Tip Seamn County Park, Route 9. 8 am - 4 pm. Sponsored by the Tuckerton Historical Society. Over 100 dealers. Raindate September 12, 18. Information: 609-296-2584 - TUCKERTON

    11th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11 am - 4 pm. Classic wood and glass boat exhibitors, demonstrations, workshops, vendors, food, refreshments, and entertainment. Sign up for our boat building class or take a cruise up the Tuckerton "Crik". Cost included with admission. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    September 12
    Fall Flea Market in the Park and Museum Bake Sale, Long Beach Island Historical Museum, Engleside & Beach Aves. 9 am - 4 pm. Information: 609-492-0700 or www.lbimuseum.org - BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND

    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Concert: Tommy Emmanuel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. Tommy's guitar mastery never fails to amaze. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Sedge Island Public Kayak Tours, Island Beach State Park. Launch area across from Parking Lot 21. 9 am - noon. Sit on top kayaks, paddles, life vests provided, minimum age 14, those 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. View birds, marine life, and plants, interactive, learn about New Jersey’s first marine. Conservation zone, prior boating and kayaking experience necessary, no flip flops, singles will be paired. Cost not included in park admission. Information and reservations: 732-830-1835 or www.yakskayakrental.com/ - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 7 pm-?. Information: 732-854-2779 or 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

    Seafood in Seaside Festival, Grant Ave. 10 am - 7 pm. Seafood specialties from local restaurants, artists and crafters, a flea market and entertainment. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    History on Wheels, Bay Blvd. 8:30 am - 3 pm. Vintage car display. Sponsored by the Vintage Automobile Club of New Jersey. Information: 732-797-1456 or www.vintageautomuseum.org - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    5th Annual Ship Bottom Irish Festival, Ship Bottom Boat Parking Lot, 10th and Shore Ave. 10 am - 7 pm. Music, dancers, pipers, vendors, food, etc. $ Information: 609-494-6301 or www.lbiaoh.com - SHIP BOTTOM

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

    13th Annual Beach Plum Festival, Island Beach State Park, Ocean Beach Swimming Area 1, End of Rt. 35 S. 9 am - 4 pm. Beach plum picking, jelly making, bird band demonstration, environmental & non-profit exhibits, arts & crafts show, children’s games, kayak raffle, food and live entertainment. Sponsored by The Friends of Island Beach Inc. Included in park admission. Information: 732-793-5525 or www.friendsofislandbeach.com - SOUTH SEASIDE PARK

    11th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 11 am - 4 pm. Classic wood and glass boat exhibitors, demonstrations, workshops, vendors, food, refreshments, and entertainment. Sign up for our boat building class or take a cruise up the Tuckerton "Crik". Cost included with admission. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON

    33rd Ocean County Bluegrass Festival, Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. Noon - 5 pm. Live stage concert of bluegrass music Pinelands style. Refreshments available. $ Information: 609-971-1593 www.alberthall.org - WARETOWN

    September 13
    Concert: Tommy Emmanuel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8 pm. Tommy's guitar mastery never fails to amaze. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    September 14
    Concert: Tommy Emmanuel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 & 8 pm. Tommy's guitar mastery never fails to amaze. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Toddler Make and Take, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 10:30 am. Make marine life crafts, listen to a story, and learn about some of their animals. This workshop is for children ages 3-5 years old with an adult. Pre-register. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    September 15
    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Coffeehouse Blues Murder Mystery Luncheon, White Pearl Hotel, 201 Sumner Ave. Noon. An interactive luncheon show by Hitman Murder Mystery $ Information: 732-830-4242 or www.thewhitepearl.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    September 16
    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Lakewood BlueClaws: South Atlantic League Championship, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 7:05 pm. If BlueClaws win Division Championship, this will be the 3rd game in possible 5 game series. If necessary, games 4 & 5 will be played Sept. 17 & 18. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD

    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

    September 17
    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Acoustic Strawbs - Backstage Pass, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD

    September 18
    Bluegrass by the Bay, Little Egg Harbor Yacht Club. 4 pm - 8 pm. Cost includes music by Home Cookin, Sawdust Boys & Jim Murphy, old fashioned pig roast BBQ dinner. 1/2 hour sails on A-Cats for additional charge. Benefits Vanguard Vascular Charitable Foundation. Information: 609-978-8695 or www.careawarefund.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Jeremy Camp In Concert, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. With thoughtful lyrics and musical anthems for a new generation, singer-songwriter Jeremy Camp performs hits from his latest album. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure - JACKSON

    29th Annual Charity Renaissance Fair, Pine Park at Country Club Drive & County Line Road. 10 am - 6 pm. Stroll in the Village and see the many merchants with their wares of yesteryear. Food, children's games and activities. Test your skill with the bow, axe, and knife. The Knights of Valour jousting in shining armour, archers using English long bows, Knights in armour battling for their honour in hand to hand combat, a gypsy camp, belly dancers, wandering minstrels, jugglers, fire eaters, and much more. Proceeds benefit a wide range of sight, hearing, and local Lions Charities and projects. Free Parking. $ Information: 732-414-9639 or www.lakewoodrenfair.com - LAKEWOOD

    Fall Cabaret Schedule, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 7 pm-?. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE

    Comedy All-Stars, OceanFirst Theater, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 pm. Talents of the Atlantic City, Las Vegas and cruise-ship professional comedians Vinnie Mark, Jodi Weiner, Pat Barker and Joe Bublewicz. $ Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    Champions Crowned - Double Points all Divisions - Sportsman, Crate-1, Fastrak LM & Outlaw Stocks, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    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

    34th Annual Festival of the Sea, Downtown, Arnold and Bay Avenues. 10 am - 7 pm. Food, Crafters, Entertainment Information: 732-899-2424 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    26th Annual Classic Boat Show, Bldg 12., Johnson Bros Boatworks, 1800 Bay Ave. 10 am - 4 pm. Antique & classic boats. Information: 732-892-9000 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    29th Annual Clownfest, Seaside Heights Boardwalk. 11 am - 4 pm. Weekend full of slapstick comedy, vivacious shows and colorful clown creations parading down the boardwalk. 11 am Boardwalk Clown Strollers; 11 am and 1 pm, Clownfest Clown Shows, stage Franklin Ave. & boardwalk; 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Clown Balloon Express, Carousel Arcade, Dupont Ave. & boardwalk; 1:30 pm Clown Kazoo Band, boardwalk; 2 pm Family FUN Frolic free game, Franklin Ave. stage & boardwalk; 3 pm - 4 pm Clown Face Painting free, Carousel Arcade, Dupont Ave. & boardwalk; 4 pm Clown Skit & Magic Show, stage Carterete Ave. & boardwalk. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Antique Car & Truck Show, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 9 am - 2 pm. Car show sponsored by the Vintage Automobile Museum of NJ and the Tuckerton Seaport Museum. $ Information: 732-797-1456 or www.vintageautomuseum.org - TUCKERTON

    September 19
    Viking Village Antique & Collectible Show, Viking Village, 19th & Bayview. 9 pm - 5 pm. Over 60 dealers, antiques and collectibles. Rain or shine. Information: 609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillage.net - BARNEGAT LIGHT

    Mack & Mabel, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    29th Annual Charity Renaissance Fair, Pine Park at Country Club Drive & County Line Road. 10 am - 5 pm. Stroll in the Village and see the many merchants with their wares of yesteryear. Food, children's games and activities. Test your skill with the bow, axe, and knife. The Knights of Valour jousting in shining armour, archers using English long bows, Knights in armour battling for their honour in hand to hand combat, a gypsy camp, belly dancers, wandering minstrels, jugglers, fire eaters, and much more. Proceeds benefit a wide range of sight, hearing, and local Lions Charities and projects. Free Parking. $ Information: 732-414-9639 or www.lakewoodrenfair.com - LAKEWOOD

    Talk Like a Pirate Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. All Day. Join them scallywags fer some piratical fun as they celebrate international 'oliday as it were. Activities, crafts and a tall tale or two. Included with general admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    Hey Rube Get a Tube Race, Atlantic Ocean from Water St. to Jenkinson's Pavilion. 2:30 pm. Watch folks in the in the "tuber's position" paddle for honors in the Atlantic Ocean 's zaniest race. Information: 732-295-1193 or www.point pleasantlions.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    29th Annual Clownfest, Seaside Heights Boardwalk. 11 am - 4 pm. Weekend full of slapstick comedy, vivacious shows and colorful clown creations parading down the boardwalk. 10:30 am Clown Competitions boardwalk; 11 am - 1 pm Registration for adults & children (3 age groups) to join clowns in the Public Clown Competition at Hiering Ave. & boardwalk; 2 pm BIG CLOWN PARADE, starts at north end of Boardwalk. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    September 20
    Photography with Ben de Marco, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 7 pm - 9 pm. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    September 22
    The Melody Lingers On, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Follow Irving Berlin's life, from poverty as a Jewish immigrant on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to his world-wide fame as one of America's most prolific songwriters. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    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

    Midweek Jazz Series: Allan Vache Returns, Ocean County College Off-campus Jazz series: , Mancini Hall, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington Street. 8 pm. Acclaimed inventive clarinetist, joined by guitarist Vinnie Corrao, bassist Brian Nalepka and drummer Kevin Dorn. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu - TOMS RIVER

    September 23
    The Melody Lingers On, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm. Follow Irving Berlin's life, from poverty as a Jewish immigrant on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to his world-wide fame as one of America's most prolific songwriters. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Paint the Sea with Mike Malzone, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 9:30 am - 3:30 pm. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    NJ State Hog Rally, Hershey Motel, 1415 Boulevard. All day. Self guided and guided rides, live music, bike games, biker bingo, bike LED light show, Motorcycle parade, non-bike games, tattoo contest and barbecue. Information: 732-608-7728 or www.njstatehogrally.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    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

    September 24
    The Melody Lingers On, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Follow Irving Berlin's life, from poverty as a Jewish immigrant on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to his world-wide fame as one of America's most prolific songwriters. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    2nd Annual Fall Jersey Shore Boat Sale and Expo, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 11am - 6 pm. Sponsored by the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey. Information: 732-292-1051 or www.mtanj.org/ - LAKEWOOD

    3rd Annual Artist Gallery Night, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 5 pm pedestrian viewing, 7 pm buyers’ reception. 20 professional visual artists from throughout the region will have their work exhibited. Free admission. Casual business dress. Sponsored by Bonanni Realtors, hosted by Friends of the Arts Center and the Stafford Township Education Foundation. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN

    NJ State Hog Rally, Hershey Motel, 1415 Boulevard. All day. Self guided and guided rides, live music, bike games, biker bingo, bike LED light show, Motorcycle parade, non-bike games, tattoo contest and barbecue. Information: 732-608-7728 or www.njstatehogrally.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Que-by-the-Sea, boardwalk, Grant Ave. 5 pm - 10 pm. BBQ Festival & Competition. BBQ competition weekend packed with mouth-watering specialties along with musical entertainment, artists and crafters. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    September 25
    The Melody Lingers On, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:00 pm. Follow Irving Berlin's life, from poverty as a Jewish immigrant on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to his world-wide fame as one of America's most prolific songwriters. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Lacey Apple Festival, Grounds of Schoolhouse Museum and Forked River Fire Company. 9 am - 3 pm. Annual Lacey Historical Society's Apple Fest. Rain date Sept. 26th. Information: 609-693-8223 or www.laceytownship.org - FORKED RIVER/LACEY TOWNSHIP

    Annual Lacey Historical Society's Apple Fest, Grounds of Schoolhouse Museum and Forked River Fire Company. 9 am - 3 pm. Raindate September 26. - LACEY TOWNSHIP

    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

    2nd Annual Fall Jersey Shore Boat Sale and Expo, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 10am - 6 pm. Sponsored by the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey. Information: 732-292-1051 or www.mtanj.org/ - LAKEWOOD

    Model Railroad Show, Lakewood High School, 855 Somerset Ave. 11 am - 4 pm. Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders presents trains with a Lakewood connection. This includes the Blue Comet, models from the Central Rail Road of New Jersey and New Jersey Transit, a scale model of the Lakewood Train Station. Also electric trains in O, HO and G scale, wooden railway sets for youngsters to design their own track layouts, table top puzzle games. Free parking, food available, gift shop. $ Information: 732-477-1645 - LAKEWOOD

    Championship Night - Modified Twin 20's - Support Div., New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT

    Southern Regional Memory Walk, Little Silver Park. Registration begins at 9 a.m., the Walk will kick-off at 10 a.m., rain or shine. The three-mile, non-competitive Walk includes entertainment, celebrities, food and prizes. Memory Walk® is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research programs. One of four regional Walk locations in New Jersey. Benefits the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater New Jersey Chapter. Information: 609-275-1180 or www.alz.org/nj - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    South African Penguin Festival, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. All Day. Join the penguin party. Included with general admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH

    NJ State Hog Rally, Hershey Motel, 1415 Boulevard. All day. Self guided and guided rides, live music, bike games, biker bingo, bike LED light show, Motorcycle parade, non-bike games, tattoo contest and barbecue. Information: 732-608-7728 or www.njstatehogrally.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Que-by-the-Sea, boardwalk, Grant Ave. 10 am - 10 pm. BBQ Festival & Competition. BBQ competition weekend packed with mouth-watering specialties along with musical entertainment, artists and crafters. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Fall Garden Day, Rutgers Cooperative Extension and Agricultural Center, 1623 Whitesville Road. 10 am to 2 pm. This year’s theme is Gardening and the Environment-Perfect Together. The day includes lectures, displays, gardening demonstrations, door prizes, light refreshments and gifts for all participants. Topics will include Fall time to get your garden ready for spring, caring for your garden tools, and extending your vegetable garden into the Fall. Raising vegetables and other topics relating to home gardening. Using and constructing rain barrels, dividing perennials in the fall, and discovering water conservation technique. An outreach program of the Master Gardeners of Ocean County Information: 732-349-1245 - TOMS RIVER

    Pizza-Pasta- Pastry Italian Food Festival, downtown, Washington St. 11 am - 5 pm. Food, Entertainment, Crafts. Games & Contests for all. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER

    Ocean County Decoy and Gunning Show, Tip Seaman County Park, Rt 9 & Lakeside Dr. and Tuckerton Seaport Museum, and Pinelands High School. 7 am - 5 pm. Demonstrations, contests, seminars, decoy auction, crafters, carvers, vendors, food, refreshments, music, entertainment, sail skiff races, sneakbox races, rubber duck races. Decoy Auction next to Seafood Pavilion 2 pm with preview starting at 11 am. Inclement weather will move it to Tuckerton Seaport, across Route 9. Auction of 100 decoys, most on display at Seaport's Conklin building. Rain or Shine. Information: 609-971-3085 or www.ocean.nj.us/Parks/decoyshow.html - TUCKERTON

    September 26
    The Melody Lingers On, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm. Follow Irving Berlin's life, from poverty as a Jewish immigrant on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to his world-wide fame as one of America's most prolific songwriters. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    2nd Annual Fall Jersey Shore Boat Sale and Expo, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 10am - 5 pm. Sponsored by the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey. Information: 732-292-1051 or www.mtanj.org/ - LAKEWOOD

    Model Railroad Show, Lakewood High School, 855 Somerset Ave. 11 am - 4 pm. Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders presents trains with a Lakewood connection. This includes the Blue Comet, models from the Central Rail Road of New Jersey and New Jersey Transit, a scale model of the Lakewood Train Station. Also electric trains in O, HO and G scale, wooden railway sets for youngsters to design their own track layouts, table top puzzle games. Free parking, food available, gift shop. $ Information: 732-477-1645 - LAKEWOOD

    Historical Railroad Seminar/Diner, Sea Oaks Country Club, Golfview Dr. Bill McKelvey, railroad historian and director of the Friends of the NJ Railroad Transporation Museum will be the guest speaker. $ Information & reservations: 609-812-0300 - LITTLE EGG HARBOR

    Que-by-the-Sea, boardwalk, Grant Ave. 10 am - 6 pm. BBQ Festival & Competition. BBQ competition weekend packed with mouth-watering specialties along with musical entertainment, artists and crafters. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS

    Ocean County Decoy and Gunning Show, Tip Seaman County Park, Rt 9 & Lakeside Dr. and Tuckerton Seaport Museum, and Pinelands High School. 7 am - 5 pm. Demonstrations, contests, seminars, decoy auction, crafters, carvers, vendors, food, refreshments, music, entertainment, sail skiff races, sneakbox races, rubber duck races. Rain or Shine. Information: 609-971-3085 or www.ocean.nj.us/Parks/decoyshow.html - TUCKERTON

    September 27
    Photography with Ben de Marco, Ocean County Artists Guild, Ocean and Chestnut Avenues. 7 pm - 9 pm. Information: 732-270-3111 or www.ocartistsguild.org - ISLAND HEIGHTS

    September 29
    The Melody Lingers On, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm. Follow Irving Berlin's life, from poverty as a Jewish immigrant on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to his world-wide fame as one of America's most prolific songwriters. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN

    Old Barney Amateur Radio Club, Ham Radio Day, Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library. 12:00 - 9:00 pm. The public is invited to join us in our donation of ham radio books, a walk through the history of ham radio equipment, and take a turn making a long distance contacts around the world. - MANAHAWKIN

    September 30
    The Melody Lingers On, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm. Follow Irving Berlin's life, from poverty as a Jewish immigrant on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to his world-wide fame as one of America's most prolific songwriters. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN


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