August 1
Children’s Theatre: Beauty and the Beast, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Summertime Magic, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Joe Holiday presents this exciting, unique, and sometimes educational production is filled with amazing feats of magic that will leave you on the edge of your seat, and cheering for more! Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the West Virginia Power (Milwaukee Brewers) at 7:05. Post-Game Fireworks. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
“Classic Car Cruise,” Downtown. 5 pm - 9 pm. Rain date 8/8. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Concert: Toms River Municipal Band, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
August 2
Children’s Theatre: Beauty and the Beast, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Super Stock Challenge Match Races, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modifieds, Sportsman, Super Stocks, Crate-1, Outlaw Stocks. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Fluke Fishing Tournament, Seaside Park Marina, "J" Street & The Bay. 6 am - 2 pm. Cash prizes and gifts for the winners, feast to follow. Charge includes up to the first two anglers. Families are welcomed. Information or sign up: 609-206-1708 or bettyandnicks.com - SEASIDE PARK
2nd Annual Island Beach Motor Lodge Lifeguard Tournament, 24th Ave. 6 pm. Events include Line Pull Rescue, a Row Out/Swim In, a Row Sprint, a Swim Relay and a Medley Relay. Swimming, paddling and rowing to demonstrate the various methods of lifesaving used to protect beachgoers on a daily basis. Medals will be awarded to the top three beaches in each event. Sponsored in part by High Point Auto Insurance. Information: 732-785-0665 - SOUTH SEASIDE PARK
Toms River Fest, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 10 am - 10 pm. Saturdays lineup: Carrie Underwood, Lifehouse, Push Play, The Lost Trailers, and Mr. Ray. In addition to the music, there will also be activities for children, a video arcade, community exhibits, a BMX demo, a food court and vendor marketplace, and state-of-the-art fireworks following each night's main stage performance. Information: 732-238-1996 or www.trfest.com - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Sentimental Journey, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Tribute to Frank Sinatra and The Dorsey Band. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
Artist in Residence Demonstration: Quilting, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Mary Bean demonstrating. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Folk Life of the Pine Barrens and Bay, Lake Absegami Beach Complex, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:00 p.m. Bring chairs. Sponsors: Bass River State Forest & Tuckerton Seaport. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON
August 3
Antique Show, Viking Village, 19th & Bayview Ave. 9 am - 5 pm. Information: 609-361-8039 or www.vikingvillageshows.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT
Beach Haven Art Fair, Veterans BiCentennial Park, Beach and Engelside Ave. 10 am - 4 pm. Featuring 60 fine art artists. Sponsored by the Pine Shores Art Association. Free. Information: 609-597-3557 - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Beauty and the Beast, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concerts at the Gazebo: John Luckenbill's Brass Band, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE
Trucks, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Mud Skippers & Quads. 12:30 pm. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Capt. John Boyd Memorial Swim, Heiring Ave. and the beach. Registration begins at 4:00 p.m. Race starts at 6:30 p.m. A one mile ocean swim. Information: 1-800-SEASHOR, 732-854-8000 or www.seasideheightstourism.com - SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Toms River Fest, Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Rd. 10 am - 10 pm. Sundays lineup: Chris Daughtry, Avril Lavigne, Live, Collective Soul. In addition to the music, there will also be activities for children, a video arcade, community exhibits, a BMX demo, a food court and vendor marketplace, and state-of-the-art fireworks following each night's main stage performance. Information: 732-238-1996 or www.trfest.com - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Frank Albert Dance Band, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
August 4
Concert at the Dock: Sounds of the Street, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Doo Wop. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT
Stories by the Sea, 2nd Floor, ALO Office, State of NJ Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Story and craft hour for ages 3-6 yrs. Must be accompanied by adult. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
The Mills Brothers with special guests The Ink Spots, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 pm & 9 pm. Two extraordinary groups from the golden age of harmony and swing combine for one special night at Surflight Theatre. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Barnegat Bay Shellfish Restoration Program, Island Beach State Park Marina, 24th and Bayview Ave. 1:00- 2:30 pm. Upweller Open House volunteers at upwellers (nurseries) care for live oysters and/or clams being grown to release size. This is a non-technical session for the entire family with Q&A. The “Clam Trail” will also be discussed. Learn what the volunteers do to help keep Barnegat Bay clean. Rain or shine. Free. Runs Mondays from June 2 - October 6. Information: www.reclamthebay.org/ibsp.html - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK
Princess/Pirate Tea Party, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Demonstration: Water Color, Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue. Free. Demonstration by Jane Lux. Gallery hours are Sunday 1pm-3pm, Monday, Tuesday 7pm-9pm, Wednesday 10am-3pm Information: 609-597-3557 or www.pineshoresartassociation.org - MANAHAWKIN
FREE Monday night concert, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Stafford Twp Historical Society. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
August 5
All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm & 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Summerfest at Windward Beach, Princeton Ave. Concert at 6 pm. National Night Out Against Crime &' Kid's Night Celebration. Food Court and DJ begin at 5 pm. Information: 732-262-1006 - BRICK
Rapunzel, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Movies on the Bay: Enchanted, Lavallette Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8:30 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Lavallette School if rains. - LAVALLETTE
Little Egg Harbor Seining Day, Maris Stella Ctr. bay beach. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn and examine creatures in the bay. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - SHIP BOTTOM
Classic Sail Fest, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 - 5 pm. An "A-Cat" celebration! Races, boat rides, demos, food, entertainment and lots of fun activities. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
August 6
Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Face Down, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Classic rock. Free kayak demonstration by Island Surf & Sail. Donations appreciated. - HARVEY CEDARS
Concert, Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 7 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE
Cinderella, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Classic Sail Fest, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 - 5 pm. An "A-Cat" celebration! Races, boat rides, demos, food, entertainment and lots of fun activities. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
August 7
Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Bay View Park. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn how baby clams are raised first in land-based nurseries and then in water-based upwellers, and how poor water quality can affect the health of the creatures in the bay. Then sein the bay and experience the sea creatures up close. Presented by ReClam the Bay and ALO. Sponsored by Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program. Donation. Beginning July 10th. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Puppet Theatre. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Rainy Day Movie, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 10 am & 2 pm. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Extreme Sports Day, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
“Classic Car Cruise”, downtown, Arnold & Bay Aves. 5 pm - 9 pm. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointpleasantbeachnj.org - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Concert: “Mike Byrne,” Waterfront Park, “Bayfront”, 10th St. & Shore Ave. 7:30.pm. Irish music. Bring a chair. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM
Classic Sail Fest, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 - 5 pm. An "A-Cat" celebration! Races, boat rides, demos, food, entertainment and lots of fun activities. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
August 8
Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Concert: Ocean County Youth Band, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
Classic Sail Fest, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 - 9 pm. An "A-Cat" celebration! Races, boat rides, demos, food, entertainment and lots of fun activities. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
August 9
St. Pauls Art Show & Boutique, Bridge Ave. & W. Lake Dr. 10 am - 4 pm. Rain date 8/16. Information: 732-892-5926 or www.stpaulsbayhead.org - BAY HEAD
Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Antique Show & Sale, St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 4 pm. A wide variety of antiques under on roof. Information: 609-494-8861 or www.lbisaintfrancis.org - BRANT BEACH, LONG BEACH ISLAND
Civil War Regiment, Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Rd. All day. Overnight encampment with soldiers. Open to the public to come and share experiences with the soldiers. Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK
Fluke Tournament. Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. 2 day event. Free food, refreshments, and door prizes. Information: 732-684-2150 or www.jcsa.org - BRICK
"HOOKED ON FISHING, NOT ON DRUGS," Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. Registration & Instructional booths 8:00 am - 9:00 am. Activities run until 2pm. FREE Tournament for kids, ages 5-17. Surf Fishing - Harvey Cedars Beaches: Burlington to Cumberland Avenues. Casting instruction, bait cutting, safety procedures. Drug awareness material dispensed by LBI and Stafford DARE officers. Free lunch, bait, prizes and tee shirts for children and adults. Information: 856-220-2082. - HARVEY CEDARS
Strand Ventures Inc. Presents: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2:00 & 7:00 pm. An original adaptation of the classic fairy tale. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Mid Summer Ocean Swim, Pavilion, Philadelphia Ave. & the Ocean. Registration from 7 am - 7:45 am. One mile swim starts at 8 am for Master’s swimmers, 8:10 am for open swim. Coordinated by Ocean County YMCA and the Lavallette Beach Patrol, light refreshments served after swim, timing by Compuscore, benefits the Ocean County YMCA Strong Kids Campaign and the Lavallette Beach Patrol. Information: 732-341-9622 ext. 2214 - LAVALLETTE
Special Princess/Pirate/SuperHero Dress-Up, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Powder Puffs, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modified, Sportsman, Super Stocks, SS Sprints, Outlaw Stocks. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Warm Weather Friends, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11:00 am. Meet one of our penguins while learning all about these birds. Ages 5 and up. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Concert: Walker and Wolfe, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Broadway Variety. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
Victorian Tea, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - Noon. Program for children 6-10 yrs old accompanied by adult. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Artist in Residence Demonstration: Pinelands Basketry, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Debra Simpson demonstrating. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Lost in the Woods, Lake Absegami Beach Complex, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:00 p.m. Bring chairs. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest . Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON
August 10
Children’s Theatre: Snow White, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
All Shook Up, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 pm. Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Civil War Regiment, Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Rd. Morning-Noon. Overnight encampment with soldiers. Open to the public to come and share experiences with the soldiers. Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK
Concert: Jersey Gold Band, Beachwood Beach. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - BEACHWOOD
Antique Show & Sale, St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 9:30 am - 3 pm. A wide variety of antiques under on roof. Information: 609-494-8861 or www.lbisaintfrancis.org - BRANT BEACH, LONG BEACH ISLAND
Fluke Tournament. Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. 2 day event. Free food, refreshments, and door prizes. Information: 732-684-2150 or www.jcsa.org - BRICK
Flea Market, FirstEnergy Park parking lot, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. A wide variety of booths, vendors and products will be onsite for people to browse. Second Sunday of every month. Rain date: Aug. 24. Free, open to the public. Information: 732-901-7000 ext.112 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Concerts at the Gazebo: A Little Bit of Heaven , Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE
August 11
Concert at the Dock: Class Trip, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Classic Rock and Oldies. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT
Stories by the Sea, 2nd Floor, ALO Office, State of NJ Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Story and craft hour for ages 3-6 yrs. Must be accompanied by adult. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Barnegat Bay Shellfish Restoration Program, Island Beach State Park Marina, 24th and Bayview Ave. 1:00- 2:30 pm. Upweller Open House volunteers at upwellers (nurseries) care for live oysters and/or clams being grown to release size. This is a non-technical session for the entire family with Q&A. The “Clam Trail” will also be discussed. Learn what the volunteers do to help keep Barnegat Bay clean. Rain or shine. Free. Runs Mondays from June 2 - October 6. Information: www.reclamthebay.org/ibsp.html - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Savannah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets) at 7:05. Pre-game Autograph Night. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Princess/Pirate Tea Party, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
FREE Monday night concert, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Stafford Twp Historical Society. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
August 12
Barnegat Light Harbor Seining Day, Barnegat Light Bay Beach, 25th St. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn and examine creatures in the bay. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BARNEGAT LIGHT
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Jersey Sound & Larry Chance & The Earls, Veterans Park. 6:00 p.m. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - BERKELEY TWP
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Savannah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets) at 7:05. Appearance by The Famous Chicken. Seat Cushion Giveaway. Senior Day Tuesday. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Wizard of Oz, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Movies on the Bay: Alvin And The Chipmunks, Lavallette Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8:30 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Lavallette School if rains. - LAVALLETTE
August 13
Raising Baby Clams, First Floor at Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10 am - 11 am. The ReClam the Bay organization grow and maintain millions of baby clams and oysters in an effort to repopulate the shellfish in our local bay. Come see and learn about this project. Free. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.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
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: the Blue Method, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Funk/Soul. Free kayak demonstration by Island Surf & Sail. Donations appreciated. - HARVEY CEDARS
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Savannah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets) at 7:05. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Sidewalk Sale. Sponsored by the Lavallette Business Assoc. Information: 732-793-7477 or www.lavalletteborough.com - LAVALLETTE
Cinderella, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Movie Stars, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am - 11 am. Go on a scavenger hunt to find movie stars such as, Nemo & Crush. Ages 5 and up. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Cruisin' Downtown, Washington St. 6 - 9 pm. Live Bands, entertainment, street vendors, contests and more! Free. Information: 732-341-8738 or www.downtowntomsriver.com - TOMS RIVER
August 14
Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Bay View Park. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn how baby clams are raised first in land-based nurseries and then in water-based upwellers, and how poor water quality can affect the health of the creatures in the bay. Then sein the bay and experience the sea creatures up close. Presented by ReClam the Bay and ALO. Sponsored by Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program. Donation. Beginning July 10th. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
Chocolate Fair, Long Beach Island Historical Assoc. Museum, Engleside & Beach Ave. 6 pm - 9 pm. Information: 609-492-0700 - 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
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Summerfest at Windward Beach, Princeton Ave. Concert at 7 pm. The Landsharks - Jimmy Buffet Tribute. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Food Court and DJ begin at 5 pm. Information: 732-262-1006 - BRICK
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Savannah Sand Gnats (N.Y. Mets) at 7:05. Team Card Set Giveaway. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Puppet Theatre. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Our Gang Players presents: Beauty & the Beast, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 p.m. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN
Cruz Night, Main Street. 6 pm - 9 pm. Information: 609-758-2441 or www.mainstreetne.org - NEW EGYPT
Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Concert: “John McNutt,” Waterfront Park, “Bayfront”, 10th St. & Shore Ave. 7:30.pm. Tribute to the Beatles. Bring a chair. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM
Speaker: Ray Miller, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 4:30 pm. Be Inspired, he’s a self-taught artist/carver, he will talk about his inspiration from NJ's rich maritime history and his explorations. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
August 15
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
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees) at 7:05. Post-Game Fireworks. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Strand Theater Ensemble Presents: Neil Simon's The Odd Couple, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. The hilarious story of two people with opposite personalities who become roommates. In this case, opposites don't attract. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Our Gang Players presents: Beauty & the Beast, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7:30 p.m. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN
Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Wild West Day, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Blessing of the Waters Mass, Jenkinson’s Pavilion, Boardwalk & Parkway. 10 am. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Public Awareness Program, Beach Haven West Civic Associations, Mill Creek Road. 7 p.m. Family emergency operations plans, assistance for individuals with special needs and the ways to handle any natural disaster or emergency situation will be discussed at these events. Also, learn how to plan and care for your pets or livestock during an emergency evacuation. - STAFFORD TOWNSHIP
Indian Flag Raising, 101 Hooper Ave. 12 noon. - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Toms River Jazz Ensemble, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
August 16
Clam Bake, Bay Head Fire Co. Firehouse, Bridge Ave. Noon - 5 pm. Information: 1-800-4-BAYHED or www.bayhead.org - BAY HEAD
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
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Blue Claw Craft Show and Crab Race, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. Craft show 10 am - 3 pm. Crafters will display their goods. Free admission. Food available from the Barnegat Light First Aid Squad. Race begins at 11:00 am. Free admission. Information: 609-361-7990 or www.harveycedars.org - HARVEY CEDARS
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees) at 7:05. Duncan Baseball Yo Yo Giveaway. The BlueClaws are a Single-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Strand Theater Ensemble Presents: Neil Simon's The Odd Couple, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. The hilarious story of two people with opposite personalities who become roommates. In this case, opposites don't attract. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Lavallette Flea Market. Sponsored by the Lavallette Business Assoc. Rain date Aug. 17. Information: 732-793-7477 or www.lavalletteborough.com - LAVALLETTE
Demonstration: “Form & Surface,” M.T. Burton Gallery & 19th St. Clay Studio, 1819 N. Long Beach Blvd. 9 am - 4 pm. Artist Brenda Quinn will demonstrate from 9 am - 4 pm. There will be an hour lunch break at noon. Demonstrating a range of forming techniques and surface techniques, both pre and post bisque. Charge. Information: 609-494-0006 www.mtburtongallery.com - SURF CITY
Our Gang Players presents: Beauty & the Beast, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 2 & 7:30 p.m. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN
Pit Crew Challenge, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. ARDC Midgets plus Modified, Sportsman, Super Stocks, Crate-1 Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Behind the Scenes Tour, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 am-11 am. Ever wonder how much food it takes to feed every animal, every day in our aquarium? See what it takes to run an aquarium! Tour our entire building from top to bottom. Ages 7 and up only. All participants must wear closed-toed shoes! Call to pre-register. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Youth Dance, Swim & DJ Night, Ocean County YMCA, 1088 W. Whitty Rd. 6 pm - 8:30 pm. Charge includes admission, pizza slice, drink, & chips. Need not be "Y" member. Information: 732-341-9622 or www.ocymca.org - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Big Band Brass Tacks, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
Artist in Residence Demonstration: Decoy Carving, Hurley Conklin's Decoy Shop, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. George Elmer demonstrating. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Moonlight Hike, Lake Absegami Beach Complex, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:30 p.m. For adults and children ages 7 and up; bring flashlight and insect repellant; limit 25 people. Pre-registration required. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON
August 17
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
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Garvey-Skiff Races, Bayside Ave. near Harpoon on the Toms River. Start at 12 noon and run to about 4:30pm. All local races free to the public. Sponsored by East Coast Barnegat Racing Club of New Jersey Information: www.ecbrcnj.com - BEACHWOOD
30th Annual Dog Day Road Race, 80th Street Firehouse. Registration starts at 7:30 am and the race begins at 9:30 am. 800+ runners in this 5 mile run. - HARVEY CEDARS
Concert: Menudo Live, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. 7 p.m. This talented singing and dancing group consists of five young latinos formed by the MTV & MTV Tr3s reality series Making Menudo. Concert is included with theme park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON
Strand Theater Ensemble Presents: Neil Simon's The Odd Couple, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2:00 pm. The hilarious story of two people with opposite personalities who become roommates. In this case, opposites don't attract. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees) at 5:05. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Concerts at the Gazebo: Fred Lehotay -"Ragtimers," Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE
Our Gang Players presents: Beauty & the Beast, OceanFirst Theater, Stafford Township Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 2 p.m. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org - MANAHAWKIN
Sidewalk Sale, Downtown. Information: 732-899-2424 or www.pointchamber.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Sunday's Car Cruise "2008," Luigi's Deli, 424 Dover Rd. 1 pm - 4 pm. Music, no registration fee, all makes and models welcome. Door Prizes, giveaways, deli specials and $50-50. Free Admission, spectators welcome. Rain date August 24. Information: 732-341-6811 - SOUTH TOMS RIVER
Opening Celebration of the Mallard Island Yacht Club, 1450 East Bay Avenue, Mallard Island. 4 - 8 pm. All proceeds will benefit the St. Francis Community Center. Information: 609-494-8861 or www.lbisaintfrancis.org - STAFFORD TOWNSHIP
Concert: Ed Goldbert Odessa Klezmer Band, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
August 18
Holiday City/Silver Ridge Italian American Club will be leaving August 18th to visit Montreal and Quebec and returning on the 23rd. Six days and five nights at the five-star Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu Hotel and Casino. $735 per person. Call Gerri at 732-557-5993 for a brochure.
Concert at the Dock: Past Times, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Bluegrass Band. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT
Stories by the Sea, 2nd Floor, ALO Office, State of NJ Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Story and craft hour for ages 3-6 yrs. Must be accompanied by adult. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Comedy Tonight, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 8:30 pm. Joe Bublewicz and two other nationally known comics present an evening of Stand-Up Comedy. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Barnegat Bay Shellfish Restoration Program, Island Beach State Park Marina, 24th and Bayview Ave. 1:00- 2:30 pm. Upweller Open House volunteers at upwellers (nurseries) care for live oysters and/or clams being grown to release size. This is a non-technical session for the entire family with Q&A. The “Clam Trail” will also be discussed. Learn what the volunteers do to help keep Barnegat Bay clean. Rain or shine. Free. Runs Mondays from June 2 - October 6. Information: www.reclamthebay.org/ibsp.html - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Charleston Riverdogs (Yankees) at 7:05. Eco-Friendly Tote Bag Giveaway. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Princess/Pirate Tea Party, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
FREE Monday night concert, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Stafford Twp Historical Society. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
August 19
Labyrinth Walk, St. Thomas Aquinas Church Hall, 2nd St. and Atlantic Ave. Open 9:30 am - 7 pm (take less one hour). A walking meditation, clean socks or shore covers are required and will be provided, if needed. Information: 609-361-8509 - BEACH HAVEN, LONG BEACH ISLAND
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Snow White, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Movies on the Bay: Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium, Lavallette Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8:30 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Lavallette School if rains. - LAVALLETTE
Little Egg Harbor Seining Day, Beach Arlington Bay Beach, 13th St. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn and examine creatures in the bay. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - SHIP BOTTOM
August 20
Labyrinth Walk, St. Thomas Aquinas Church Hall, 2nd St. and Atlantic Ave. Open 9:30 am - 7 pm (take less one hour). A walking meditation, clean socks or shore covers are required and will be provided, if needed. Information: 609-361-8509 - BEACH HAVEN, LONG BEACH ISLAND
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Verdict, Sunset Park, West Salem Ave. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Soca music. Free kayak demonstration by Island Surf & Sail. Donations appreciated. - HARVEY CEDARS
Cinderella, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
40 Lap Modified Summer Sizzler Garden State Dual Track Series, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Sportsman. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Beach Walk, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 2:00 pm-3:00 pm. Join our staff as we explore the Jersey shoreline. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
"Lots for Tots" Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Midweek Jazz Series, Mancini Hall, Ocean County Library, 101 Washington Street. 8 pm. Trumpeter Dan Tobias is backed by the all-star rhythm section of Vinnie Corrao, guitar; Frank Tate, bass; and Jim Lawler, drums. Charge. Information: 732-255-0500 - TOMS RIVER
August 21
Labyrinth Walk, St. Thomas Aquinas Church Hall, 2nd St. and Atlantic Ave. Open 9:30 am - 7 pm (take less one hour). A walking meditation, clean socks or shore covers are required and will be provided, if needed. Information: 609-361-8509 - BEACH HAVEN, LONG BEACH ISLAND
Shellfish, Fish and a Healthy Bay, Bay View Park. 10 am - 11:15 am. Learn how baby clams are raised first in land-based nurseries and then in water-based upwellers, and how poor water quality can affect the health of the creatures in the bay. Then seine the bay and experience the sea creatures up close. Presented by ReClam the Bay and ALO. Sponsored by Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program. Donation. Beginning July 10th. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Summerfest at Windward Beach, Princeton Ave. Concert at 7 pm. Fourth Annual Car Show hosted by the Time Capsule Cruisers. Food Court and DJ begin at 5 pm. Information: 732-262-1006 - BRICK
The Starburst Thursday Night Concert Series: Good Charlotte & Boys Like Girls, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. Concert begins at 7 p.m. Concert is included with theme park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON
The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Puppet Theatre. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Rainy Day Movie, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 10 am & 2 pm. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Concert: “Sir Rod,” Waterfront Park, “Bayfront”, 10th St. & Shore Ave. 7:30.pm. Tribute to Rod Stewart. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Information: 609-494-2171 or www.shipbottom.org - SHIP BOTTOM
August 22
Peach Festival, Central United Methodist Church, Arnold Ave. 4 pm - 7 pm. Information: 732-892-3233 or www.gbgm-umc.org/cumcppb/ - BAY HEAD
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Strand Theater Ensemble Presents: Neil Simon's The Odd Couple, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 6:00 pm. The hilarious story of two people with opposite personalities who become roommates. In this case, opposites don't attract. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Surflight Theater Company’s Alexander Who is Not, Not, Not, Not, Not, Not Moving, Ocean First Theater, 1000 McKinley Avenue. 9:30 am. Childhood Literacy Supporting Performance. Information: 609-489-8600 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
Ukrainian Flag Raising, 101 Hooper Ave. 12 noon. - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Toms River Municipal Band, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
Summer Send-Off Campfire, JC NERR Coastal Center, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 6 pm - 8 pm. Help celebrate the end of an amazing summer while roasting marshmallows and sharing stories around a crackling fire. Entertainment and marshmallows provided. Information: 609-812-0649 or www.jcnerr.org - TUCKERTON
August 23
Barnegat Flea and Craft Market, Public Dock, E. Bay Ave. 8 am - 4 pm. No rain date. Information: 609-698-1618 or 609-698-3788 - BARNEGAT
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Strand Theater Ensemble Presents: Neil Simon's The Odd Couple, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. The hilarious story of two people with opposite personalities who become roommates. In this case, opposites don't attract. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Sportsman, Super Stocks, SS Sprints, Crate-1, Outlaw Stocks, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Blues on the River, Huddy Park, Rt. 166 and Water St. 5 - 9 pm. Billy Hector Trio and the Sonny Kenn Band. Food, games, and contests from 5 pm - 7 pm. Music 7 pm - 9 pm. Bring lawn chairs. Rain date is August 24. Free. Information: 732-341-8738 - TOMS RIVER
Concert: Lakewood Jazz Ensemble, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
Artist in Residence Demonstration: Pinelands Basketry, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Debra Simpson demonstrating. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
“Warm Hearted Country” Music Night, Lake Absegami Beach, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 8:00 p.m. Bring chairs. Donations welcome. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON
August 24
Children’s Theatre: Peter Pan, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Ice Cream Social, Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Rd. 2 pm - 5 pm. Old-fashioned party with games and entertainment Information: 732-840-1850 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com - BRICK
Sunday Rocks! Concert Series: Raven, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. 6 pm. Performing July & August 2008. Concert is included with theme park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON
Strand Theater Ensemble Presents: Neil Simon's The Odd Couple, Historic Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2:00 pm. The hilarious story of two people with opposite personalities who become roommates. In this case, opposites don't attract. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org - LAKEWOOD
Concerts at the Gazebo: Lakewood Jazz Ensemble, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 7 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE
Klascar Legends, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 600 Modifieds-600cc Micro Sprints-GSVSCC. 1 pm. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
Concert: The Roustabouts, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
August 25
Concert at the Dock: Mid-Life Crisis, Municipal Dock. 7 pm. Classic Rock. Bring your own chair. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Community Center. - BARNEGAT
Stories by the Sea, 2nd Floor, ALO Office, State of NJ Maritime Museum, 528 Dock St. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Story and craft hour for ages 3-6 yrs. Must be accompanied by adult. Donation. Information: 609-492-0222 or www.livingocean.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A fascinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Barnegat Bay Shellfish Restoration Program, Island Beach State Park Marina, 24th and Bayview Ave. 1:00- 2:30 pm. Upweller Open House volunteers at upwellers (nurseries) care for live oysters and/or clams being grown to release size. This is a non-technical session for the entire family with Q&A. The “Clam Trail” will also be discussed. Learn what the volunteers do to help keep Barnegat Bay clean. Rain or shine. Free. Runs Mondays from June 2 - October 6. Information: www.reclamthebay.org/ibsp.html - ISLAND BEACH STATE PARK
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles) at 7:05. Appearance by The ZOOperstars! Kids Eat Free Monday. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Concert: Lakewood Jazz Ensemble, Ocean County Park, Rt. 88. 7 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. Rain Site Strand Theatre - LAKEWOOD
Princess/Pirate Tea Party, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
FREE Monday night concert, OceanFirst Theater/Stafford Twp Arts Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. Sponsored by the Stafford Twp Historical Society. Information: 609-978-5700 or www.njstac.com - MANAHAWKIN
August 26
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: The Stylistics, Veterans Park. 6:00 p.m. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - BERKELEY TWP
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles) at 7:05. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Beauty & Beast, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Movies on the Bay: Evan Almighty, Lavallette Gazebo, Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8:30 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. Lavallette School if rains. - LAVALLETTE
August 27
Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Delmarva Shorebirds (Baltimore Orioles) at 7:05. School Supply Pouch Giveaway. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Cinderella, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
August 28
Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2 & 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Reptile World, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 320 West Seventh. A facinating, entertaining and educational show featuring an Albino Indian Rock Python, Alligator Snapping Turtle, South American Green Iguana and more. Show Time: 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm, & 9:30 pm. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com - BEACH HAVEN
Concert: Summerfest at Windward Beach, Princeton Ave. Concert at 7 pm. Country artist James Otto. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Food Court and DJ begin at 5 pm. Information: 732-262-1006 - BRICK
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals) at 7:05. Post-Game Fireworks. Fall Concert Ticket Extravaganza - Win tickets to huge area concerts. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
The Little Mermaid, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Puppet Theatre. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
International Body Boarding Competition, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
August 29
Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
BASEBALL: Lakewood BlueClaws Home Game, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Hosting the Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals) at 7:05. Post-Game Fireworks. The Principal Family Fun Fest. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com - LAKEWOOD
Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 4 pm. Children’s story time. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
Ice Cream Musical, The Music Man, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 6 pm. Ice cream edition featuring songs from High School Musical. Information: 732-85-HAPPY or www.njmusicman.com - LAVALLETTE
International Body Boarding Competition, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Fairytales and Fables, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Concert: Toms River Municipal Band, Ocean County Library, Washington St. 7:00 pm. Bring your own chair for comfortable seating in the concert area. Free. - TOMS RIVER
“All About Bears” and Family Movie, Interpretive Center, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. 7:00 p.m. Bring chairs. Sponsor: Bass River State Forest. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON
August 30
Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
Will Rogers Follies, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 8 pm. Starring John Davidson. A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
URC Sprints, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Modifieds, Sportsman, Crate-1, Outlaw Stocks. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net - NEW EGYPT
International Body Boarding Competition, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Seaside Park Selected Arts and Craft Show, Central and 5th Ave. Juried show over 130 crafters. Hand made items. Information: 732-793-0234 - SEASIDE PARK
Old Time Antiques & Collectible Faire, next to The Museum, Ocean County Parking Garage, between Hooper & Hadley Aves. 9 am - 4 pm. Demonstrations of early crafts, antique appraisals, antique car clubs, Antique Engine Club and more. Rain or shine. Information: 732-341-1880 - TOMS RIVER
Artist in Residence Demonstration: Decoy Carving, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 5 pm. Harry Shourds, Ross Shourds, & Alvin Shourds demonstrating. Information: 609-296-8868 ext. 116 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Star Gazing at the Beach, Lake Absegami Beach, Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd. Sunset to 10:00 p.m. Sponsors: Bass River State Forest & Willingboro Astronomical Society. ADA accessible ,beach wheelchair available. Information: 609-296-1114 or www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/bass.html - TUCKERTON
August 31
Annual Craft Show, Viking Village, 19th & Bayview Ave. 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. Rain or shine. Information: 609-361-7008 or www.vikingvillageshows.com - BARNEGAT LIGHT
Children’s Theatre: Jack and the Beanstalk, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 6:00 p.m. Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org - BEACH HAVEN
21st Annual Catboat Race. All catboat sailers invited. Skippers meeting 12:30pm at Sunset Park. Information: 609-494-8352 or 609-296-4549. - HARVEY CEDARS
Sunday Rocks! Concert Series: Foreigner Live, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, 1 Six Flags Blvd., off Route 537. Concert begins at 6 p.m. Concert is included with theme park admission. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatadventure - JACKSON
Concerts at the Gazebo: The "Kootz", Bay Blvd. & Philadelphia Ave. 8 pm. Bring blankets and chairs. July 6 through Aug. 31. Information: 732-793-7477 - LAVALLETTE
International Body Boarding Competition, Jenkinson's, Boardwalk & Parkway. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com - POINT PLEASANT BEACH