For Many More Exciting Events & Attractions
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FirstEnergy Park
Home of the Lakewood BlueClaws!
732-292-1051
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9/20 - 9/22
Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo
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Calling all New Jersey boaters - Head over to the Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo at FirstEnergy Park - Home of the Lakewood BlueClaws. This show has something for everyone, with hundreds of new boats on sale from the top dealers in the state, plus an expanded pre-owned boat section, boaters marketplace full of accessories and services, activities for the little boaters and much more.
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Downtown Point Pleasant Beach
732-899-2424
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9/21
42nd Annual Festival of the Sea & Street Fair
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10am – 7pm
Visitor's sample dishes by
area's finest restaurants,
from Clam Chowder to Lobster,
to Steak, even Desserts!!!!
Arts and Crafts, pony rides, hundreds of vendors attend
this festival. Kiddie games, live entertainment and more.
Voted Best Seafood Festival in Ocean County by the
Asbury Park Press Readers Year after Year!!!! Free Shuttles Provided Rain date September 22nd 2019.
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Pine Park, Lakewood
732-276-5401
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9/21, 9/22
Lakewood Lions
Renaissance Faire
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Welcome Ye Lords and Ladies
to the Lakewood Lions Renaissance Faire. Come step back to a time when romance and chivalry abound. Enter a magical world where Knights, Dragons, Pirates, and Fairies play. Step back to a time where people took pride in their craft and trade. Come now and explore the Renaissance Faire.
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Laurita Winery
609-758-8000
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9/21, 9/22
A Touch of Italy &
Food Trucks, Too!
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Gourmet food trucks! Live music! Fireworks Saturday night!
Stuff for the kids! Delicious wines and sangria! And more!
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6pm – 9pm
Sit on the patio for Fire Pit Fridays!
Gather around the
fire pit with friends
and eat S’mores… all you need!
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10am – 6pm
Festival highlights the underground current of Makers who are changing the landscape of production & consumerism in America, and more specifically, Ocean County where we live, work & play. It will be a day to celebrate the collective artistic endeavors of homegrown talent locally & beyond, and will feature over ten dozen Makers whose crafts include everything from handmade & vintage fashion, sculpting & woodworking, photography & fine art, craft beer, food and music.
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Jenkinson's Boardwalk
732-892-0600
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9/21
Last Fireworks
Display of the Season
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At dark
Head on up to the boardwalk
to enjoy Jenkinson’s last
Fireworks display of the season!
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Island Beach State Park
732-793-0506
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9/21
Barrier Island Classic
Surf Competition
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9am – 3pm
Be part of a new tradition of
surfing in Jersey. The no wave day will be Sunday, September 22nd.
This contest is for any surfer
18 years of age or older. There will
be a long board division and
a short board division.
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Robert J. Novins Planetarium
@ Ocean County College
732-255-0342
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9/21
Fall Equinox Star Party
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7pm – 9pm
As the midday sun begins to sink
lower and nights get noticeably
longer, it can only mean the reign of summer is coming to an end.
Celebrate the beginning of the
Fall season. Members of the Astronomical Society of the
Toms River Area (ASTRA) will set up their telescopes on the
campus of
Ocean County College
to share views of the planets and stars. We will explore the constellations and other celestial
objects of the Fall Season! This is a "Free Event". Weather permitting!!!
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9/21
Laser Queen Premiere
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8:30pm
Start with a layer of heavy metal,
add a dash of glam, a pinch of astrophysics, and sprinkle liberally with theatrics. Only
then will you get a sense of
what makes up the legendary Queen, the band who are
often touted as being the
most educated rock band
to ever live.
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9/21
Astronomy: 3000 Years
Of Stargazing
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2pm
The sky and everything
that happens in it has
always piqued our curiosity. Eclipses, the regular
cycle of the seasons, and the motion of the stars
have fascinated us since our earliest ancestors looked
up to the sky. In the learned company of a cartoon Einstein,
this show takes audiences on
a tour of the major
astronomical milestones of
the last 3,000 years.
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9/22, 9/28, 9/29
Astronomical World of
Harry Potter
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Novins Academy of Wizardry Presents: Astronomy of Harry Potter Welcome Back Reception and Show Have a magical experience at the Novins Academy of Wizardry! Learn how the
characters and events in Harry Potter take their origins from the stars and constellations in specially themed Startalk. From the bright star Sirius in Canis Major to the stars Regulus and Bellatrix, the night sky is filled with some of your favorite, and least favorite characters! Enjoy a candy bar and delicious potions, games and activities, followed by
mini-magical classes during our Back to Wizarding School Extravaganza! Practice spells, and preview the Astronomy behind your favorite characters,
Magical Creatures, and Defense against the Dark arts with our esteemed faculty!
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Strand Center for the Arts
732-367-7789
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9/21
Bruce Springsteen's 70th Birthday Bash With
"Tramps Like Us"
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8pm
Celebrate Bruce Springsteen's 70th Birthday In NJ, With Tramps Like Us Rare Cuts, Special song selection and audience requests.
Tramps Like Us brings more than 25 years of road-tested musicianship that have won this band the hard-earned
distinction of the planet’s most revered Bruce Springsteen
Tribute band. Given high praise by dozens of publications,
radio stations, music industry personal, and the ONLY tribute
band to be endorsed by members of "The Springsteen Camp".
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9/28
Cinderella,
The Atlantic City Ballet
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7pm
Enjoy a timeless fairy tale of rags-to-riches and love conquers all as Cinderella transforms from a sad young woman into a beautiful princess, despite the best efforts of her overbearing evil stepsisters. Set to Serge Prokofiev’s hauntingly beautiful score and as if stepping between the pages of a beloved storybook.
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Surflight Theatre
609-492-9477
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Now thru 9/22
Boynton Beach Club
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A World Premiere Musical. Based on the film Boynton Beach Club. Book by Susan Seidelman; Music by Ned Ginsburg; Lyrics by Michael Colby and Cornelia Ravenal. Explores our amazing capacity to rebound and fall in love again at any age. It’s the story of aging South Florida Baby Boomers whose lives intersect at a local Bereavement Club, where some have gone to find emotional support and companionship after the loss of a loved one. Come see this hilarious Musical Comedy BEFORE it heads to Broadway.
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9/25 - 9/29
Savannah Sipping Society
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In this delightful, laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate and an impromptu happy hour and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years.
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John F. Peto Studio Museum
732-929-4949
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9/21
Smithsonian Magazine
Museum Day
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1pm – 4pm
Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. The John F. Peto Studio Museum, participating museums, and cultural institutions across
the country provide free entry
to anyone presenting a
Museum Day ticket.
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Grunin Center for the Arts
@ Ocean County College
732-255-0500
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9/21
That Golden Girls Show
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That Golden Girls Show!’ is
a brand-new show that
parodies classic Golden Girls
moments - with puppets!
Get set for an evening of cheesecake, laughter, jazzercise, shoulder pads, and the elegant
art of the quick-witted put down.
From Sophia’s get-rich-quick
schemes, to Rose’s tales from
St Olaf, Blanche’s insatiable hunt
for men and the Fountain of
Youth, and Dorothy’s daily struggle to make sense of her life.
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9/27
Afternoon Recital Series:
Raffi Besalyan
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2pm
Hailed as “a formidable artist with a commanding presence and rich interpretive gifts,” Armenian-born American pianist Raffi Besalyan is a master of his art and a true heir of the Russian School of pianism.
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9/28
Garden State Philharmonic’s
Chamber Music Series:
Fall Fantasy
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8pm
A NEW series offering intimate concerts with members of the Garden State Philharmonic. Each performance will highlight members in solo, duet, or small ensemble settings, offering a unique and exciting opportunity for you, our audience.
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The Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen's Museum
609-296-8868
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9/21
Classic & Antique Car Show
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10am- 2pm
Drive on down to
Tuckerton Seaport
for the Annual Classic & Antique Car and Truck Show, hosted in conjunction with the
Vintage Auto Museum of
New Jersey. Over 100 antique and classic cars and trucks will be on display, with judging and an awards ceremony rounding out the afternoon. Prizes will include door prizes, special awards, and club participation award. Event admission includes access to the Seaport’s 40 acres of family fun, featuring maritime activities, historic and recreated buildings, live animals, a boardwalk, miniature golf course,
and exhibits.
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Various Days
Sunset Sails
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Enjoy a sunset as Seaport staff members guide guests through a 2-hour long exploration of how the area's natural environment, local history, and folklife shaped "Clamtown" and its inhabitants. Each trip is also a great opportunity to see wildlife, perhaps an egret, family of otters, or blue heron! reservation: Recommended
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Seaport staff will guide guests through a 1-hour long exploration of how the area's natural environment, local history, and folklife shaped "Clamtown" and its inhabitants. Each trip is also a great opportunity to see wildlife, perhaps an egret, family of otters, or blue heron! Reservations: Recommended
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New Egypt Speedway
609-758-1900
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9/21
¼ Midget &
Championship Night
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3pm - 10pm
A champion will be
crowned on this night
and will feature the
Larry’s Hot Rods &
Harley’s Northeast Wingless Sprint Cars, Hammer Sportsman, Crate Modifieds, Street Stocks & Mike's Performance Center 4-Cylinders!
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Vista Park, Pine Beach
732-270-4625
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Noon – 7pm
This free, family-friendly, event will include food trucks, crafters, music, and activities for children, including games and a supervised bounce house, along with
fire safety and rescue demonstrations. Music provided by The Music Academy and the band “Strictley 60s”.
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Ocean County Historical Society
732-341-1880
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9/22
Barnegat Light Author Shares Photographs & Stories
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2pm
Author Reilly Platten Sharp, curator of the Barnegat Light Museum, will share an assortment of photos and stories from his new book, Barnegat Light. Learn about Barnegat Light's unique history from the days of discovery to revolutionary battles to early beachside resort.
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Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
732-255-5525
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9/27 – 9/29
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church Annual Greek Festival
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Experience the fabulous flavors, sights and sounds of Greece on September 27, 28 & 29 of 2019.
The Festival will feature such Greek culinary delights.There will be continuous Greek music and
scheduled folk dance performances. Church tours and Greek cultural exhibits will be featured both days. Outdoor Rides For Kids Are also Available! Shop vendors and browse the shops featuring gifts, handmade jewelry and crafts.
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9/27 – 9/29
Fall Huddy Park
In-Water Boat Show
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The Huddy Park In-Water Boat Show is “FREE” with “FREE BOAT RIDES”! The Huddy Park In-Water Boat Show is a family oriented boat show located in Downtown Toms River in beautiful Huddy Park. There are many boats in the water for sea trials as well as boats on land. There are also vendors and other activity area’s depending on time of year and participation.
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Veterans Park
732-269-4456
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9/27
Berkeley Township presents Friday Night Luau Fest
w/ Food Trucks
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4pm – 10pm
The Show will include Island Music and a Non Stop Polynesian Show
There will be Audience Participation Segments and Samoan Fire Knife Dancer
Performers will be in the staging area to greet the first 300 guests with a flower lei and an "Aloha"
Performers will be in costume for photos with guests between dance segments. Bring blankets, beach chairs and your appetite! There will be some of the top Food trucks from the tri-state area along with a Wine and Beer Tent for the Adults!* Come dressed for a Luau and be ready to shake them hips!
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9/28
WOYFT's Fall Fest Day with Food Trucks & Fire Pits
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Noon – 10pm
Celebrate the Cool Weather!
Bring blankets, beach chairs and your appetitie! There will be some of the top Food trucks from the tri-state area along with a Wine and Beer Tent for the Adults & a Special World of Chocolate Tasting Tent! Artisan and Craft vendors, Live Music on stage all day! Fireworks Display, Free Family Fun activities to include Corn Hole, Connect 4, Kam Jam, and Bounce House. Also compete compete against your friends and family in a super-size inflatable obstacle course!
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9/28
JonMarco Gaydos Action Sports Scooter Competition
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10am
Mayor Carmen Amato and the Berkeley Twp Recreation presents Jonmarco Campos Scooter Competition with 3 divisions. Prizes awarded.
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Ocean County Agricultural Center
732-349-1246
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9/27
Master Gardeners of Ocean County’s Fall Garden Day 2019
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9:30am – 1pm
Enjoy a full day of learning with lectures, Q & As, displays and demonstrations.
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7:30pm
Enjoy a family night out under the stars. Food, Drink, and Ice Cream will be available. Also featuring facepainting and balloon animals!
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Wells Mills County Park
609-971-3085
&
The Tuckerton Seaport
609-296-8868
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9/28, 9/29
37th Annual Ocean County Decoy and Gunning Show
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It’s time to celebrate the rich history and traditions of the Barnegat Bay area with the 37th Annual Ocean County Decoy and Gunning Show. Over 200 exhibitors ranging from duck hunting supplies & boats, decoys (new and antique), retrieving dogs, guide services and wildlife art and photos as well as retrieving and carving demonstrations. Enter one of the many contests, including decoy carving, boat building, art & photo, retrieving, calling and skeetshooting.
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Seaside Heights Boardwalk
732-830-3700
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9/28
Rock the Farm Festival
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Noon – 10pm
This family friendly event features incredible music all day long, food trucks, beer & wine garden, KidZone, and so much more. This day will feature the world's top tribute bands covering a variety of everyone's favorite music.
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Seaside Park Marina Green
609- 489-9221
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9/28
Shamrocks by the
Sea Celtic Festival
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10am – 6pm
Ocean County St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee hosting its 3rd Annual Irish Festival. Tradition Irish Music by: Bally Haunis and Celtic Connection. Local Restaurants will have traditional Irish faire, Irish Craft vendors.
Bring a chair to enjoy the entertainment.
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John F. Johnson Jr. Memorial Park
732-928-1200
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11am – 5:30pm
Celebrating 175 Years of Jackson Township. Over 100 Vendors Craft Fair Flea Market, Touch A Truck, Car Show, Entertainment Rides,
Children's Entertainment, Farmers Market, Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Petting Zoo, Game Truck Beer and Wine Tent.
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9/28
Apple Fest – Lacey Day
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Noon - 4pm
Days of old games, competitions and traditional activities for children and adults will be offered throughout the day at the pavilion. 1890’s children and adult costumes will be available
for selfies. Enjoy food, demonstrations, learn about local businesses, listen to music and play the raffle (you need not bet there to win). Please come out and join us for a fun filled day at the Apple Fest and Lacey Day Celebration.
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Mathis Plaza
732-341-3339
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9/28
Food Trucks &
Craft Beer Festival
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11am – 8pm
We boast a different variety of Food Trucks, Craft and Non-Craft Beers, Wines from Local Wineries, and games for kids and adults. Come on down with your family and friends and have a good time.
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Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
609-494-2016
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9/28
Barnegat Lighthouse
Full Moon Climb
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7pm – 9pm
Enjoy a panoramic view of Long Beach Island at night at the top of the Barnegat Lighthouse. The lighthouse is 172 feet high and contains 217 steps.
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Downtown Toms River
732-228-7333
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9/29
“Burnin in the Burbs”
1st Annaul Graffiti Showdown
hosted by Jay Mack
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Noon – 5pm
This free event will feature some of the Tri-State areas best Graffiti Writers battling it out. Hosted by Jay Mack from Mack Muzik it will include entertainment such as 4 "Live" DJs. Special Guest street dancers "The Philadelphia B Boys will be break dancing in the center courtyard (across the street from Bubby's Beanery) while Amazing Hip Hop Dancers @Kai_supremee @BlackFluffy215 will be explode amongst the crowd and leave you amazed. All this is brought to you by Bubby's Beanery, Signature Barber Lounge, A Fatti Clothing and Garden State Distillery. Come out and enjoy this event as we bring a whole new vibe to Downtown Toms River with One of a Kind entertainment, eclectic vendors and Carribean and
Latin foods.
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Stafford Township Arts Center
609-978-5700
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9/29
Atlantic City Ballet presents
Cinderella
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3pm - 5pm
Enjoy a timeless fairy tale of rags-to-riches and love conquers all as Cinderella transforms from a sad young woman into a beautiful princess, despite the best efforts of her overbearing evil stepsisters. Set to Serge Prokofiev’s hauntingly beautiful score and as if stepping between the pages of a beloved storybook.
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Lakehurst Borough Historical Museum
732-657-0751
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9/29
Guided Trolley Tour of
Historic & Scenic Lakehurst
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Noon - 3pm
Take a guided trolley tour and learn about the history of Lakehurst.
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600 Main, a Bed & Breakfast Victorian Tearoom
732-818-7580
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September & October
Thurs. thru Sun.
Fall Afternoon Tea
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Noon - 4pm
Come welcome the Fall Season with Afternoon Tea at 600 Main. The event includes live piano music, tours of the Historic Victorian Mansion and a five coarse Afternoon Tea with seating times at 12 noon. The meal includes soup, salad, scones, a variety of tea sandwiches and a plate of desserts.
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Vintage Automobile Museum of NJ
732-244-4984 or 732-269-4560
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Now thru Oct. 6
Wed. thru Sun.
Cars from Each Decade Exhibit
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The Vintage Automobile Museum of NJ will feature a display of antique automobiles from every decade from the 1920's to the 1960's. Come and remember the cars you first owned, or rode in or admired from years gone by. The display also includes numerous items of automobilia, die-cast cars, vintage auto-service equipment, children's toys, and a host of period antiques.
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Supported in part by a grant
from the NJ State Department,
Division of Travel and Tourism
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For Many More Exciting Events & Attractions
Visit us at
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Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders:
Director, Virginia E. Haines
Deputy Director, John P. Kelly
Gerry P. Little
Gary Quinn
Joseph H. Vicari, Liaison to Tourism
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