Ocean County Tourism

Paint & Sip Valentine Edition
2025-02-06 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Laurita Winery, 85 Archertown Road, New Egypt, NJ, 08533, United States
February 6, 2025
6:30pm-9pm
$50 a person. Includes glass of wine.
Paint & Sip – Valentine Edition 2/6 – Laurita Winery – New Egypt, NJ | Tock | Tock

OCAG256 Drawing with Joseph Rogine
2025-02-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ, 08732, United States
This is a 4-week class on Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, 27; 7-9 pm This class is being offered to ages 12 and up!
Instructor: Joseph Rogine
These classes are designed for both beginning to advanced students who want to sharpen their skills in drawing. I have taught students for over 25 years who have never picked up a pencil to draw to those who have been quite advanced.
It is an academic course, (academic being defined as that which can be taught). Drawings are created by copying master drawings, simple to complex still-life objects and classical plaster casts. The student usually begins by copying a master drawing that is supplied to them.
All students start out using graphite pencils with grades of 2H HB 2B. The capabilities and limitations of drawing materials and drawing instruments are discussed at length along with their proper handling. Classes are essentially about learning how to see nature and the world as an artist sees it, through the language and medium of drawing.
The student’s eye will gradually become trained and sensitive on how to compose a layout on the page, assessing proportion, elementary perspective, gauge angles, identify shapes, access the degree of curvature of forms, locate hidden movements and linear rhythms, the structure and modeling of form and the study of light and shade. This opens a whole new world towards a visual literacy that was very common in school curricula 100 to 150 years ago.
Depending on a students’ progress and particular interest repeat students are free to experiment with various drawing mediums like charcoal, pastel pencil, pen and ink etc., along with the drawing surfaces applicable to their chosen medium. Joseph Rogine supply list 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact Joseph Rogine at 732-349-6859, or by email at info@ocartistsguild.org. (ages 12+, teen, adult, drawing) There are some examples of what students have created under Joseph’s instruction are shown on the website
https://www.ocartistsguild.org/event/ocag256-drawing-with-joseph-rogine/2025-02-06/
info@ocartistsguild.org
732-270-3111

Boat Safety Exam in Toms River, NJ
2025-02-06 20:00 - 21:30 | Toms River Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
Toms River Elks
600 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ 08753 Ocean County
Saturday, 1/25/2025 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Saturday, 3/1/2025 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Thursday, 3/6/2025 8:00pm to 9:30pm
Thursday, 2/6/2025 8:00pm to 9:30pm
Please register at https://www.boatsafeus.com/schedule-exam
(We will confirm by email, please check your spam folder if you do not see it within a day)
Please provide your:
Name
Cell phone number
Email address
Exam Location, Date and Time
Take the online course with www.AceBoating.com, www.boat-ed.com or www.boaterexam.com. And then join us for a contact-free, proctored exam.
Drive-up and indoor formats are available. See our complete schedule on our website!
Once you have registered, we will send you the session information as well as a link to a final review, to help jog your memory!
We are a NJ State Police Approved Boating Safety/Certification Course provider:
Also included in the flat fee of $50:
*Capt Bob’s exam video review – watch at your leisure and as often as you like, no need to waste time in a classroom.
*Lifetime support from the Boat Safe US team of experts.
*Seatow discount code
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a lifetime Boating Safety Certificate issued by the NJ State Police Marine Services Division. Instructors are USCG Licensed Captains.
Exam@BoatSafeUS.com
www.BoatSafeUS.com
Exam provided by Boat Safe US, LLC!
609-613-2339
See the Boat Safe US exam registration page for more information! https://www.boatsafeus.com/schedule-exam
****Full instructional classes available! See our website at www.BoatSafeUS.com

NJ Boat Safety Exam in Toms River
2025-02-06 20:00 - 21:30 | Toms River Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
NJ Boat Safety Exam in Toms River
600 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ 08753 Ocean County Thursday, Thursday, February 06, 2025 8:00pm to 9:30pm
Take the online course with www.AceBoating.com, www.boat-ed.com or www.boaterexam.com And then join Boat Safe US for the required proctored exam.
A NJSP-issued boat safety certificate is required to operate a motorized vessel in NJ. To operate a powered vessel in the state of New Jersey, people are required to take a NJ State Police approved boating safety course and pass the proctored exam. This includes all motorized vessels, like boats, jet skis and includes electric trolling motors.

Please register at www.BoatSafeUS.com See our complete schedule on our website!
Once you have registered, we will send you the session information as well as a link to a final review, to help jog your memory!
We are certified by the New Jersey State Police and NASBLA to provide NJ Boat Safety Certification classes and exams.
Also included in the flat fee of $50:
*Capt Bob’s exam video review – watch at your leisure and as often as you like.
*Lifetime support from the Boat Safe US team of experts.
*Seatow discount code
Upon successful completion of the exam, students will receive a lifetime Boating Safety Certificate issued by the NJ State Police Marine Services Division that is NASBLA certified. Instructors are USCG Licensed Captains.
Exam@BoatSafeUS.com
www.BoatSafeUS.com
Exam provided by Boat Safe US, LLC!
609-613-2339

****Full instructional classes available! See our website at www.BoatSafeUS.com

www.BoatSafeUS.com
Exam@boatsafeus.com
609-613-2339

Portraits on Tinted Paper
2025-02-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Pine Shores Art Association, 94 Stafford Avenue, Stafford, NJ, 08050, United States
Discover the art of creating striking portraits by using tinted paper as the midtone base. This technique allows you to use a white pencil to achieve luminous highlights and employ graphite pencil to define rich, deep shadows. The result is a harmonious and dynamic portrait with enhanced depth and subtlety. Perfect for artists of all levels looking to expand their drawing techniques.

http://www.pineshoresartassociation.org
pineshoresart@gmail.com
6095973557

Date & Time:
Fridays 2/7/2025-2/28/2025, 10am-2pm

Galentine's Cake Decorating Class
2025-02-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Reynolds Garden Shop & Floral Market, 201 E Bay Ave, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050, United States
For tickets visit: Galentine’s Cake Decorating Class — Reynolds

Galentine's Day
2025-02-07 17:00 - 21:00 | My Sister’s Jewelry Box, 905 Grand Central Ave., Lavallette, NJ, 08735, United States

Galentine's Paint & Sip Night
2025-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Gifted on Washington, 16 Washington St, Toms River, 08753, United States
For tickets visit: Galentine’s Paint Night at Gifted on Washington

Galentine's Event
2025-02-07 18:30 - 21:30 | She Shed Eatery, 606 Arnold Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, United States

Penguins and Pajamas
2025-02-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Jenkinson’s Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, 08742, United States
Waddle your way into a wonderful morning with your favorite flightless friends! Put on your favorite pair of pajamas and join us in learning all about penguins through storytelling, a craft, and a special Meet & Greet with one of our African penguins. This program is open to children of all ages! Pre-registration required.
$25 per participant (ages 3 and up)
2 and under are FREE

https://jenkinsons.com/aquarium/
conservation@jenkinsons.com
732-899-1659

Ocean County Mall Expo
2025-02-08 10:00 - 20:00 | Ocean County Mall, 1201 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
Join us at the GTRCC Ocean County Mall Expo on February 8th, 2025! It’s the perfect opportunity to showcase your business to a wide audience and connect with local customers! Early Bird Pricing Alert!𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 $𝟭𝟵𝟵 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟯𝟭𝘀𝘁! After that, prices increase to $250.Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to grow your business and reach new customers! Event Date: February 8th, 2025 Early Bird Price: $199 (before Dec 31st) Regular Price: $250 (after Dec 31st) Secure your spot today! Register :https://members.tomsriverchamber.com/…/AnFvjq7CVCdCN

Galentine's Day Brunch Event
2025-02-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Blooms on Point, 3112 Bridge Ave, Point Pleasant
Secure your space and order at the link: https://bloomsonpoint.com/galentine-s-brunch-event.html

Galentine’s Sip & Shop Vendor Market
2025-02-08 12:00 - 16:00 | Garden State Distillery Company, 13 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ, United States
This FREE Local Craft & Vendor Market is hosted by Jenn Zazzara, Shore Crafted, bringing together local makers, artisans and small businesses.
Enjoy an intimate setting and shop unique, one-of-a-kind items while sipping craft drinks!
💕🥃 Sip & Shop Local Craft & Vendor Market 🥃💕
Celebrate local talent and creativity at our Sip & Shop Vendor Market! Stop by for a tarot reading, shop jewelry, crystals, candles, handcrafted gifts, décor & more! Support your local craft and enjoy the vibrant community spirit✨
Sip & Shop Vendor Market: Saturday, February 8th | 12-4 pm at Garden State Distillery, 13 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ
Don’t miss this opportunity to shop local & find that perfect Valentine’s Day gift💕
Questions? Contact Jenn Zazzara at shorecraftednj@gmail.com
For more details please visit: Galentine’s Sip & Shop | Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/share/zPfLAM2kQyCgEWA9/
shorecraftednj@gmail.com
908-783-8306

Happy Galentine's Day!
2025-02-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Pure Toms River Yoga, 1171 Fischer Blvd., Toms River
Walk Ins 11:30 -3:30 PMLinked by Mint Permanent JewelryMaui Sweets and TreatsFloral Arrangements SalesMala Bracelet MakingEssential Oil Making
$60 for Non-Contracted Members$55 For Contracted MembersPre-Registration Required for Workshop on Mindbody
For additional details visit: Galentine’s Day at Pure | Facebook

Wheatweave a Heart Workshop
2025-02-08 13:30 - 16:00 | Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ, 08732, United States
*Pricing is available on OCAG website*

The talented Christine Metzler will teach you how to prepare wheat for weaving and a beginner weave called the Compass Weave. The heart will created in time for Valentine’s Day!

https://www.ocartistsguild.org/event/wheatweave-a-heart-workshop/
info@ocartistsguild.org
732-270-3111

A Galentine's Sip & Shop Social
2025-02-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Lavender & Sage Hair Co, 2907 Bridge Ave, Point Pleasant, 08742, United States
Sip on some chocolate martinis & have some chocolate covered strawberries while you shop some of our favorite local vendors. (Non alcoholic drinks to be served as well as other sweet treats)
Galentines Sip & Shop Social | Facebook

Albert Music Hall - Saturday Night Show
2025-02-08 17:30 - 21:00 | Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Road, Waretown, NJ, 08758, United States
Since 1974, Albert Music Hall has offered a lively stage for traditional music in Waretown, New Jersey. Every Saturday night, the hall comes alive with the sound of live Bluegrass, Country, Folk, Americana, Old Timey, and Pinelands music.
The Saturday Night show will feature 5 bands throughout the evening. Check https://alberthall.org for the latest information about the band lineup. Our snack booth will be open offering hot dogs, cheeseburgers and several other hot food options as well as desserts, beverages and more, so folks can come have dinner with us. Our gift booth is fully stocked with souvenirs and gifts including our new 50th Anniversary t-shirts and mugs. There will be a 50/50 drawing. Parking is free. The venue is wheelchair accessible.
Doors open at 5:30pm / Music 6:30 – 9:00pm.
Admission $6 for adults/$1 for children under 12. Cash only.
Come immerse yourself in the rich musical heritage of the region and tap your feet to lively tunes in a welcoming community-oriented atmosphere. We look forward to seeing you there!

https://www.alberthall.org

Valentine's Day Party
2025-02-08 18:00 - 22:00 | Battle River Brewing, 69 Main Street, Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States

Creedence Revived
2025-02-08 20:00 | The Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Ave., Lakewood, NJ, 08701, United States
Creedence Revived
Tribute Band that will play and sing all the CCR songs.

www.strand.org

Galentine's Bends, Brunch & Browse
2025-02-09 10:00 - 14:00 | The Mainland, 151 Route 72 East, Manahawkin, NJ, United States
For tickets visit: Galentine’s Bends, Brunch Browse Tickets, Sun, Feb 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
Includes yoga, acupuncture, brunch, access to 10-15 health, wellness and local lifestyle vendors, unlimited photo booth usage, one raffle ticket, a swag bag, and gratuity to the Mainland staff.

All About Kids Fair
2025-02-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Ocean County Mall, 1201 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
For more information visit: 2025 All About Kids Fair Returns to OC Mall | Facebook

Presidential Gravesites
2025-02-09 14:00 | Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Drive, Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
Presented by TJ Fallon
Ocean County Historical Society
Time: 2:00 PM
Sunday, February 9, 2025
Back in 2020, TJ started the hobby of driving all over the United States visiting the gravesites of every US President, Vice President, Declaration of Independence, and US Constitution signer. To accomplish this, he travelled to thirty-three states and drove over 50,000 miles. He now holds the Guiness Book of World Records for seeing these gravesites in the shortest amount of time, just under 12 months!

TJ and his son, Henry, started a YouTube channel and now have over 20,000 subscribers. On Instagram, they have close to 55,000 followers. TJ is currently drafting a book about his endeavor with his son being a primary focal point. He has spoken at many historical societies, libraries, and universities.

This event takes place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. Our speaker series is always free; but donations are appreciated. SEATING IS LIMITED so reserve your seat early by sending your name, phone number, zip code, email address, and the name and date of the program (February 9, 2025) to: oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com

www.oceancountyhistory.org
oceancounty.history@verizon.net
732-341-1880

Portrait Group – Sunday Afternoons
2025-02-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ, 08732, United States
*Pricing available on the OCAG website*

Members/non-members: Portrait Group (weekly) View Gallery
Date: Sunday afternoons (2nd, 3rd, & 4th Sundays); (dates subject to change. Contact Monitor)
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Duration: On Going, I’m Interested
Monitor: To be determined
Sundays – Studio Portraits from live clothed models in long poses in all mediums.
NOTE: member fee increase beginning January 2024 Members Model fee $20, non-members $25; NEW: Teen members, college & high school students $10.00. payable to monitor at each class.

https://www.ocartistsguild.org/event/portrait-group-sunday-afternoons/2024-12-08/
info@ocartistsguild.org
732-270-3111

Mom & Me Date Night
2025-02-10 15:30 - 20:00 | Chick-fil-A Manahawkin, 434 Route 72, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050, United States

George & Martha Washington: A Love Story
2025-02-11 14:00 | Ocean County Library Lacey Branch, 10 E. Lacey Road, Lacey, NJ, United States
𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 & 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗮 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻: 𝗔 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
Lacey Branch • Tuesday, February 11 • 2pm
Register here: https://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/12457561

Celebrate Valentine’s and President’s Days with America’s “First Couple”.
Alisa Dupuy and Curt Radabaugh will portray Martha and George Washington, once a vibrant couple with a strong and loving marriage lasting over 40 years.
Their story is one of romance and respect, and Martha’s support of George helped him maintain strength and morale through the trials of the American Revolution.

Dystopian Indigenous Insight: Waubgeshig Rice’s Ocean County Library Virtual Author Talk
2025-02-11 19:00 | Ocean County Library Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St., Toms River, NJ, 08753, United States
TOMS RIVER – If an unimaginable calamity befell global infrastructures, everyday life would screech to a halt. But what of people who never fully left their old ways behind? It’s a key point of Waubgeshig Rice’s eagerly anticipated Moon of the Turning Leaves. Join this celebrated author in his Ocean County Library Virtual Author Talk, 7 PM Tuesday, February 11.

Moon of the Turning Leaves (2024) is a stirring story of Indigenous identity, survival and rebirth that carries forward from Rice’s internationally bestselling 2018 debut Moon of the Crusted Snow. Both are available in print or digital formats at the Ocean County Library.

The sequel brings the reader a decade past the mysterious blackout that threw the world into anarchy. Evan Whitesky led villagers into the wild to rekindle their Anishinaabe ways and live off the land. They’re resilient but as their resources dwindle, Evan and his 15-year-old daughter are appointed to lead a scouting party back to their northern Ontario homeland. What’s left that is familiar? What is salvageable? And what unknown dangers have grown since they’ve been away?

Originally from the Wasauksing First Nation, Rice first came to prominence as a reporter for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and as host of CBC’s Up North. He won the Independent Publishers Book Award for his short story compilation Midnight Sweatlodge. The Anishinabek Nation bestowed its Debwewin Citation for excellence in First Nation Storytelling in 2014.

Please register at https://libraryc.org/theoceancountylibrary to attend this free program, to view the upcoming schedule, and to view previous talks. Registrants will receive links to the program by email and may submit questions for the author during signup.

OCL turns 100 this year and you’re why we’re celebrating! See details on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, Spotify, Pinterest and https://theoceancountylibrary.org.

Sweetheart Bingo
2025-02-12 18:00 | Barnegat Recreation Center, 900 W Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ, 08005, United States

Galentine's Gathering
2025-02-12 18:00 - 21:00 | The Old Causeway Steak & Oyster House, 1201 E. Bay Ave, Manahawkin, NJ, United States
Come browse hand crafted items from West Village Tribe and Long Beach Island Candle Co, with music by Allison Stella and live drawing by Sketchy Tina.
And it benefits the Reynolds Family Foundation, helping those in our community with practical and caring solutions to local concerns.
Galentine’s Gathering at the OC | Facebook

Galentine's Paint & Sip
2025-02-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Dolce Liberta, 100 McKinley Ave., Manahawkin, NJ, United States
To register visit: PAINT & SIP | | Dolce Liberta Events

Brick Township: Today and Yesterday
2025-02-12 18:30 | Ocean County Library Brick Branch, 301 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick, NJ, United States
Brick Branch • Wednesday, February 12 • 6:30pm
Register here: https://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/12306765

February 15th marks Brick Township’s 175th birthday celebration. Join Gene Donatiello, a historian and founding member of the Brick Township Historical Society, and get a glimpse of what Brick Township looks like today and looked like yesterday.
The slide show presentation will begin in Herbertsville and then proceed to Laurelton, Osbornville, Adamston, and the beachfront area.
Our tour of Brick will include houses, businesses, streets, bridges, waterways, and the beachfront, and present-day Brick will be compared to what it looked like in the past.
