Posted: November 13, 2022
๐โค๏ธToday is World Kindness Day… โค๏ธ๐
What will you do to spread kindness?ย
#101thingstodo #worldkindnessday #spreadkindnesseveryday #boostyourvibe #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty
Posted: March 17, 2024
We will ‘Sea’ you soon!
Request a Complimentary Guide – Ocean County Tourism
Posted: March 15, 2024
Registration begins Friday, March 8th. Registration forms received before March 8 will be returned.
Printed/Mailed copies of the guide will be available shortly
Register by mail or in-person at:
Jakes Branch County Park – Beachwood
Wells Mills County Park – Waretown
OC Parks Administration Office – Toms River
Administration Phone: (732) 506-9090
Posted: March 13, 2024
Posted: March 11, 2024
Posted: March 10, 2024
Learn more about Ramadan below!
Ramadan | Fasting, Traditions, & Facts | Britannica
Posted: March 9, 2024
Attention Business Owners! The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee is currently seeking businesses to advertise in the 33rd annual OCCDP Ad Journal. Your ad in the journal will be visible at several events throughout the year and during the Ocean County Columbus Day Parade and Italian Festival. For more information and ad visit us here:
Posted: March 7, 2024
๐ Say yes to the dress at Ocean County Library ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฐ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐บ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐! ๐
All events are from 4 pm – 8 pm
If you need a dress for prom, junior prom or the eighth-grade dance, then stop by our Toms River, Brick, and Little Egg Harbor Branches for our Prom Dress Giveaway Events. Dresses are completely FREE! No registration needed.
๐ง๐ผ๐บ๐ ๐ฅ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ต:
๐๐ถ๐๐๐น๐ฒ ๐๐ด๐ด ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฏ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ต:
๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ธ ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ต:
Posted: March 5, 2024
๐ณ Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter invite you to come have some fun at their bowling ‘fun’d raiser! ๐ณ
100% of the proceeds benefit the Shelter.
Sunday March 10th – 11am-2pm
๐Thunderbird Lanes, 640 E. Bay Ave. Manahawkin
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #supportourcommunity #buyoceancounty #manahawkin #adoptdontshop #animalshelter
Posted: March 3, 2024
โพ๏ธJersey Shore BlueClaws Charities Luxury Suite Raffle is back! Eight different winners (up from seven in previous years) will each earn a 10-game share of 2024 BlueClaws Luxury Suite. All proceeds from the raffle will directly benefit BlueClaws Charities and their annual grant program.
A maximum of 300 raffle tickets will be sold, with each ticket sold for $100 each.
A portion of all raffle ticket sales will benefit BlueClaws Charities and their annual grant program. For more information on BlueClaws Charities, click here.
Eight winners (up from seven in previous years) will each earn a 10-game share of a 2024 BlueClaws Luxury Suite.
Those with multiple tickets are eligible to win multiple shares (if you have two tickets, you can win up to 20 games in a Suite).
โพ๏ธRaffle winners will be drawn on March 22, 2024 at 3:00 pm EST. The drawing will be streamed on the Jersey Shore BlueClaws Facebook page.
https://www.milb.com/jersey-shore
โพ๏ธ2 Stadium Way, Lakewood
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportourcommunity #Lakewood #buyoceancounty #baseball #familyfun
Posted: March 1, 2024
๐ Top of the Mornin’ to March! ๐
Come find your ๐’4 Leaf Clover’๐ in Ocean County!
๐https://oceancountytourism.com/request-a-complimentary-guide/๐
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #WelcomeMarch #supportourcommunity
Posted: February 28, 2024
๐๐ฅ Big stories come in small packages! Join Lighthouse International Film Festival for screenings of the Oscar Nominated Shorts at the LBI Foundation of the Arts and Sciences!โ LBIF ๐ฅ๐
๐ฅThursday, 2/29 Documentary 7:30 p.m.
๐ฅFriday, 3/1 Live Action 7:30 p.m.โ
๐ฅSaturday, 3/2 Animation 1:00 p.m.โ
https://lighthousefilmsociety.eventive.org/schedule
๐120 Long Beach Blvd, Loveladies
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #supportthearts #buyoceancounty #lbi #loveladies #films #oscarnominated #screening
Posted: February 26, 2024
๐๐@Save Barnegat Bay invites students to join them for Student Grant Research Experience this summer! ๐๐
๐Are you or someone you know an undergraduate student or college-bound high school senior; have you been wondering if there was a way you could help give your college career or application a boost???
๐If so, then look no further because Save Barnegat Bay has you covered with our Student Grant Research Experience!!!
๐Every year our organization offers students the opportunity to get PAID to do research on Barnegat Bay and YOU can be one of them!
In addition to earning up to $1,500 for the summer, program participants can earn course credit, research experience, mentorship, field experience, and so much more!
๐Apply today and make your summer UNFORGETTABLE!
https://ow.ly/l1tq50Qysz0
๐117 Haines Road, Toms River
Learn more about Save Barnegat Bay below!
https://savebarnegatbay.org/
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #protectourplanet #barnegatbay #tomsriver #tomsriverlocal #students #grantresearch #summer #fieldexperience #supportourcommunity
Posted: February 24, 2024
๐ญ๐ฌSurflight Theatre in Beach Haven announces Local Non AEA Adult Auditions for 2024 Season ๐ฌ๐ญ
(Note that Childrens Auditions are by submission. All information on the website. )
When: March 2 and 3rd, 2024
Time: 10 am to 1 pm both days for Ages 18 and above.
Where: Surflight Theatre โ 201 Engleside Avenue, Beach Haven
2024 Season: – All roles open. Surflight Theatre is fully committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in all casting consideration and hiring.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET- May 30- June16
SOUTH PACIFIC โ June 19 โ July 7
FOOTLOOSE โ July 9- July 28
TITANIC โ July 30-August 18
HEAD OVER HEELS โ August 20-September 1
Hoagy Carmichaelsโ STARDUST ROAD โ September 4-15
THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL โ September 18-29
STEEL MAGNOLIAS โ October 2-6
DADDY LONG LEGS โ October 9-13
MIRACLE ON 34th STREET โ November 30-December 15
๐ดPlease bring Headshot and Resume and 16 bars of a song of your choice and sheet music in the appropriate key. An accompanist will be provided.
๐ดIf you are only auditioning for the plays, please bring a monologue.
๐ดPlease bring at least one second contrasting piece prepared in case you are asked to sing it. You may be asked to stay to read or dance.
๐ดBring clothes appropriate for movement or dance call including ballet shoes and tap shoes if you tap.
๐ดPlease note: this audition is for LOCAL people only. To be considered local you MUST have your own housing that is in a commutable distance to Surflight Theatre and have reliable means of transportation to attend rehearsals and performances.
๐ดAEA Members will be seen at this call as an EPA 10:00 to 5:30 and will be given priority. See EPA Notice.
๐ดWe are not accepting video submissions at this time.
๐ดEmail SurflightAuditions@gmail.com with questions.
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportthearts #auditions #LBI #beachhaven #showtime #supportourcommunity
Posted: February 22, 2024
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Posted: February 18, 2024
โ๏ธIf someone you know is elderly or dependent on life-sustaining or health-related equipment such as a ventilator, respirator or oxygen concentrator, encourage them to be safe during severe weather and possible power outages.
โขโ๏ธ Offer to help them stock an emergency kit and go-bag including a flashlight and extra batteries, a battery-operated radio, bottled water, non-perishable foods, essential medicines and extra blankets or sleeping bags. For more details visit ready.nj.gov
โขโ๏ธ Encourage them to register as a person with a disability with Register Ready – New Jerseyโs Special Needs Registry for Disasters. They can call NJ 2-1-1 for assistance or register online at registerready.nj.gov.
โขโ๏ธ Encourage them to also register with their local Office of Emergency Management, their local police department and utility company.
โข โ๏ธUrge your neighbor to develop a list of emergency numbers and keep it handy. Ask them how you can be most helpful if they were to need assistance. Offer to include your neighborโs emergency contacts in your list.
โข โ๏ธCheck on them after a storm or power outage.
โข โ๏ธAssist them in staying connected. You can sign up for local emergency alerts with your local office of emergency management.
โขโ๏ธ To learn more and to download free Register Ready Brochures in multiple languages, including Spanish, visit registerready.nj.gov today!
Posted: February 16, 2024
๐ฝThe OCVTS Brick Center invites you to dine in their newly opened ‘ Touch of Class’ Dining Room! ๐ฝ
NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ๐ฝ ๐
Open on: Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
๐350 Chambers Bridge Road Brick, NJ 08723
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #buyoceancounty #OCVTS #culinaryarts #Brick #dining
Posted: February 14, 2024
Request a Complimentary Guide – Ocean County Tourism
Posted: February 12, 2024
๐ Congratulations to The Borough of Seaside Heights, NJ ! The Borough was selected to receive the 2024 Ocean County Historic Preservation Award for the meticulous restoration of the Dr. Floyd L. Moreland Carousel. ๐
๐ Save the date as Family and friends are invited to attend the annual Salute to Ocean County ceremony on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Jay & Linda Grunin Center for the Arts , Ocean County College ๐
๐ Reception at 6:30 pm with the formal ceremony commencing 7:00 pm.๐
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #retoration #buyoceancounty #seasideheights #historicpreservation #tomsriver #tomsriverlocal #congratulations
Posted: February 10, 2024
โจโจโจHappy Chinese New Year! โจโจโจ
๐Did You know?! The festival is celebrated on the first day of the Chinese lunar calendar, which falls today! The festival is also known as the Spring Festival and is the most important festival in China and other East Asianย countries.๐
Posted: February 9, 2024
Ocean County Parks & Recreation is looking to hire Sports Staff.
Ocean County Parks and Recreation is looking to hire Sports Staff.
You must be 17 years or older with an Ocean County Residents Driver’s License.
Questions? vwagner@co.ocean.nj.us or (732) 506-9090 x5951
Job Application link below:
Posted: February 8, 2024
Posted: February 7, 2024
๐ช๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐ถ๐ ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ถ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ?
Register here:ย https://bit.ly/4aVXIe0
Bright lights, loud sounds, certain smells, particular colors, specific textures….people with Sensory Processing Disorder exhibit extreme sensitivity when they are exposed to one or more of these conditions. Yet many parents and caregivers lack a complete understanding of SPD even after their loved one has received the diagnosis. During this workshop, occupational therapists from Children’s Specialized Hospital will explain exactly what Sensory Processing Disorder is, the different types of SPD that exist, signs that your loved one may have SPD, how to cope with meltdowns that may occur as a result of exposure, and treatment options
Posted: February 5, 2024
โจJackson Education Foundation is excited to announce our first annual Seniorโs Senior Prom. Please share this flyer or post with local family members who are 55+.
Payments to reserve a ticket can be made at this cheddarup link below.
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/senior-s-senior-prom-puttin-on-the-ritz?cart
*We are looking for donations for food, table sponsors and favors.*
Thursday April 11th 6-8:30pm
๐Jackson Liberty High School – 125 N. Chapel Road, Jackson
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportourcommunity #seniorseniorprom #Jackson #buyoceancounty #puttinontheritz
Posted: February 3, 2024
๐ญLights,โจ Camera, ๐ธAction ๐ฌ! ๐ญ
The Strand Theater in Lakewood Is Holding a Job Fair!
The board members of the Strand Theater are hosting a Job Fair.
Saturday, February 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Strand Gallery.
Attendees will be treated to light fare at 10:30 a.m.
Available positions include technical crew, ushers, bartenders, and front of the house staff. Bring a resume and references.
For more information or questions, contact Courtney at Courtney@strand.org or 732-367-7789.
๐400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood
๐ธPhoto Credit The Strand Theater
Posted: February 1, 2024
Posted: January 30, 2024
๐๐New Year, New Career: Fast-Track Job Training at Ocean County College๐๐
Ocean County College‘s Workforce and Professional Education (WPE) is offering a series of courses and training programs this spring designed for Ocean County residents who are looking for new career opportunities. Participants can get the skills and knowledge they need to succeed and earn valuable industry credentials in as little as three to six months.
OCCโs professional education courses and certificate programs prepare students for jobs in a number of fast-growing, high-demand fields, including:
โข Medical Billing and Coding
โข Cisco Certified Network Administrator
โข CompTIA Certified Professional
โWhether students are looking to expand their skills in their current field or discover an entirely new career, they have many options at Ocean County College,โ said Dr. Joseph Konopka, OCCโs Vice President of Workforce and Professional Education. โOur fast-track training programs can help students secure immediate employment and industry-valued credentials through hands-on training by expert instructors.โ
Classes for the spring session begin in February and registration is open now. To learn more about Workforce and Professional Education at Ocean County College and to explore the available courses, visit go.ocean.edu/wpe.
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #tomsriver #tomsriverlocal #workforce #professionaleducation
Posted: January 28, 2024
โก๏ธ Click to fill out the form, nominating a fallen military hero, and our players could wear a jersey featuring the name of your military hero.
Jerseys are presented to families after the game! https://bit.ly/4bbQ8fw
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #buyoceancounty #Lakewood #baseball #militaryappreciation
๐ธPhoto Credit Jersey Shore BlueClaws
Posted: January 26, 2024
New Funding Opportunity for Small Business Innovation Research Program Phase II
Deadline to apply: Tuesday, March 5, 2024
ACL’s National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) is announcing a new funding opportunity for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program.
The purpose of the federal SBIR program is to stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthen the role of small business in meeting federal research or research and development (R&D) needs, and improve the return on investment from federally funded research for economic and social benefits to the nation. NIDILRRโs SBIR program goal is to improve the lives of people with disabilities through R&D products generated by small businesses and to increase the commercial application of NIDILRR-supported research results and R&D products. All SBIR projects funded by NIDILRR must address the needs of individuals with disabilities and promote their health and function, community living, or employment outcomes.
The objective of Phase II is to continue the research or R&D effort initiated in Phase I with approaches that exhibit potential for commercial application. SBIR Phase I grantees who successfully completed their Phase I grant in fiscal years 2022, 2023, or 2024 are eligible to apply. Phase I grantees with funding from NIDILRR or another agency are eligible to apply as long as their applications describe research projects that aim to improve the lives of people with disabilities. Applicants must also continue to meet the criteria of small business concerns. Phase II awards are for periods up to two years.
Posted: January 24, 2024
๐โ๏ธCome Warm up and have a Blast at The Winter Beach Blast! โ๏ธ๐
๐โ๏ธOcean County Parks & Recreation invites you to join the summer fun… in winter!
Saturday February 17th – 1pm-3pm โ๏ธ๐
๐Ocean County Mall, Toms River
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportourcommunity #tomsriver #tomsriverlocal #oceancountyparks #parksandrec
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๐ฉทDeborah Heart and Lung Center will host their 13th annual Women’s Health Expo
Saturday, February 3rd! ๐ฉท
๐The Clarion: 815 Route 37 West, Toms River.
For information, visit https://ow.ly/XSFW50Qpxmb
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #buyoceancounty #womenshealthexpo #hearthealth #healthandwellness #tomsriver #tomsriverlocal
Posted: January 22, 2024
The Ocean County Special Needs Registry is a collaborative effort between the Ocean County Prosecutorโs Office, the Ocean County Sheriffโs Office and the Ocean County Police Chiefs Association, available to all citizens with special needs who reside, attend school or are employed in Ocean County. The goal of the Special Needs Registry is to ensure all Ocean County residents who may be in need of special assistance are able to get the help and support they need in a time of emergency or during interaction with Law Enforcement, Fire or EMS personnel.
Posted: January 20, 2024
BPWSOC Scholarships
Business Professional Women Southern Ocean County 2024 Scholarship Applications are now available to download at bpwsoc.org/scholarships.html.ย Deadline to apply is April 30, 2024 for Education or Equipment.ย Qualifications: female applicant must be 25 years or older and a permanent resident in Ocean County.ย BPWSOC reserves the right to determine if all awarded funds are used for their intended purpose.ย The determination of awards by the Board of BPWSOC is final.ย For any questions, contact us at info@bpwsoc.org
https://www.bpwsoc.org/scholarships.html
info@bpwsoc.org
Posted: January 18, 2024
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Barnegat โ Ocean County Commissioner Virginia E. Haines announces that the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be conducting the following programs at Cloverdale Farm County Park located at 34 Cloverdale Road, Barnegat, NJ 08005. To receive more information on how to register for programs and to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter, call (732) 506-9090 or visit our website at www.oceancountyparks.org.
Friday, January 26, 5:30โ6:30 pm Are you adventurous? If so, you will enjoy the Owl Prowl, a guided walk throughย the forest looking and listening for Great Horned Owls and Eastern Screech Owls. If we are lucky enough, we will get to see one up close and personal! Please be prepared to walk one mile at a moderate pace. If the weather is overcast or if there are high winds, the program will be canceled. Ages: 9โAdult. Cost is $5 per person. Program number is 446530โ1A.
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Friday, January 26, 10:00 amโ4:00 pm Join local basket maker Mary May in creating a rectangular woven work basket, 23-inch long x 17-inch wide x 12.5-inch tall, with traditional bushel handles. It is perfect for holding throws in the living room this winter or carrying laundry throughout the house. This durable basket will have three runners to support weight. Experienced weavers only, with more than four basket making experiences. Please bring $175.00 in exact change for the instructor and materials. Ages: Adult. Registration fee is $5 per person. Program number is 446186โ8E.
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Saturday, January 27, 10:00 amโ4:00 pm Join local basket maker Mary May in creating a rectangular woven work basket, 23-inch long x 17-inch wide x 12.5-inch tall, with traditional bushel handles. It is perfect for holding throws in the living room this winter or carrying laundry throughout the house. This durable basket will have three runners to support weight. Experienced weavers only, with more than four basket making experiences. Please bring $175.00 in exact change for the instructor and materials. ย Ages: Adult. Registration fee is $5 per person. Program number is 446186โ8E.
Posted: January 16, 2024
โ๏ธโ๏ธ On Cold days, think warm thoughts… in Ocean County! โโ๏ธ
Request your Ocean County travel guide below!
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusinessness #buyoceancounty #winterfun #snowmuchfun
Posted: January 14, 2024
๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐บ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฐ: ๐๐ผ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป
We are accepting gently used prom dresses from January 2nd until February 23rd. Short and long styles from within the last 5 years. Please donate dry cleaned dresses ready for attending prom. No accessories, shoes or purses. Donations collected at all Ocean County Library Branches until February 23rd.
Posted: January 12, 2024
Jewish Federation of Ocean County invites you to join the Virtual Webinar: MLK Day Morning Fuel & Call to Service:
Exploring the Intersection of Black & Jewish Identity in America
January 15th, 2024 at 11AM
Register for the virtual webinar below!
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #buyoceancounty #supportourcommunity #MLK #calltoservice
Posted: January 10, 2024
โจ Hello, Ocean County! โจ
Meet Justin Hurley and Matt Moscatelli , Featured Photographers at North Hall Gallery, Point Pleasant Beach!
Justin Hurley โ Hello! I am a photographer based out of New Jersey. I have been passionate about photography for over 4 years now and have gained a lot of knowledge about it. I love nature photography, Landscape photography,
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ย These are what I spend most of my time doing and improving upon. However, I still enjoy other types of photography that I have not mentioned.
I am 17 years old and currently attend Point Boro High School. Photography is one of the many things that I enjoy doing with my time and strive to get better at. Thank you for taking an interest in my work! I hope photography leaves the same impact on you as it has on me.
My name is Matt Moscatelli, and I am 30 years old, born and raised in New Jersey. I am a full-time Registered Nurse, but my days off consist of planning trips to explore this beautiful planet we call home. I am just a guy who became very addicted to traveling, and somewhere along the way, I picked up a camera. I have become a part-time photographer, searching for natureโs magical moments, attempting to capture them through my lens. I am passionate about landscapes, night photography, and seascapes. When I started up with photography I remember feeling as if I was this free spirit.
Photography helped me see how beautiful the world around us truly is. It taught me how to value and appreciate those small, yet beautiful moments that most people go through their entire lives without even noticing. Laying under the stars, and watching the sky burst into all different shades of pink, purple, orange, and yellow – these are the moments that make me feel most alive. I hope some of these moments I have captured and displayed here today can leave you with a similar feeling as it has left me with.
๐NORTH HALL GALLERY, Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church
Sunday, January 7th through February 2, 2024
Weekdays 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Posted: January 8, 2024
๐ฒ๐ณ Wilderness Wednesday in Ocean County! ๐ณ๐ฒ
๐On Saturday, January 13th, at 10:00 AM, WMA 14 Ambassador Melanie will be hosting a cleanup with Ocean County Clean Communities.
๐Meet at the Boat Ramp at Great Bay Boulevard in Little Egg Harbor (on the right after the first bridge (39.5631660, -74.3420617)). Dress for the weather and bring water! Gloves, grabbers, bags, and vests will be provided.
๐Sign up using this link https://forms.gle/sRKgWigum43X7iDNA
or emailing wma14.njwap@gmail.com
๐ Boat Ramp at Great Bay Boulevard in Little Egg Harbor
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #buyoceancounty #supportsmallbusiness #cleanup
Posted: January 4, 2024
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REMINDER: Most of your Ocean County Parks are accepting your real Christmas Trees for you to recycle, so we can recycle. Please don’t send them to the landfill as we can put them to good use. The parks are accepting trees through the first week of January. Thank you.
Posted: December 21, 2023
๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฝ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฝ ๐๐น๐ฎ๐๐ – ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ก๐ผ๐ ๐ข๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ป
Ocean County Library Lakewood Branch
This 8-week class will help you pass the naturalization test to become a US Citizen. Classes will be every Thursday from January 11 – February 29, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. To be eligible, you must be a qualified immigrant at least 18 years or older.
Attendance at all sessions is required. Class size is limited. Registration begins December 4th. To register, contact 732-363-1435 ext. 2100 or in person.
Posted: December 19, 2023
As we are in the busy holiday season; The Ocean County Sheriff reminds the public to lock your doors at all times and hang onto your possessions when in crowded areas and parking lots! Report all suspicious activity to your local police!
Posted: December 17, 2023
Casino Pier, Seaside Heights
Posted: December 15, 2023
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๐งผMeet Thomas owner of Savvy Fit Soaps in Ocean County๐งผ
โWhy did you get into making natural skincare?” His answer may not surprise you; โFRUSTRATIONโ
โAs a new dad combing through the aisle of โnaturalโ bath and body products, I was absolutely irritated to see how (to this day) natural has a VERY mixed meaning. I did something about it rather than complain.โ
๐งผStarting out, Savvy Fit Soaps had 3 soap bars that were inspired by a soap making chemist in Pennsylvania who taught Thomas a bit about the process, although she was using tallow (the fat of farm animals) Thomas aspired to create a plant-based brand, using only rich oils and butters, spa-like exfoliants, and truly active essential oils.
๐งผThe first 3 bars, though not yet named at the time, were what is now known as DEFENSE, MOMINTUM, and ZEST EVER. Soon after, MAGIC LOTION was created. Today, Savvy Fit Soaps has 11 total Soaps, 2 candles,2 moisturizers ,2 Deodorants, a Body Wash, &accessories.
๐งผThough the Savvy Fit Soaps brand has really expanded in a short time, one of the things Thomas is most proud of is how the company really has become part of the Ocean County community. Weโve helped raise over $20,000 in 2023 for nonprofit organizations through fundraising (using the sale of our products), as well as through the sponsorship of over 100 non-profit events. Savvy Fit Soaps also takes a small roll in helping to give employment to the amazing members of @thearcocean .
โThe wonderful people at The Arc label all our thousands of soap-savers. We look forward to the day that we get big enough that they are labeling 10s of 1000s of these for us regularly.โ
๐งผโOcean County is a special place. There are many kinds of people and different kinds of natural landscapes. Although some of the towns are big, we all seem to be connected and know each other either directly or through a friend. Businesses like to work together and help each other, and people take pride in things that are โfrom Jersey.โ – Thomas
https://www.savvyfitsoaps.com/pages/fundraising
๐Support Small Business, They Support our communities! ๐
Posted: December 11, 2023
โจHello, Ocean County! โจ Meet 11-year-old Riel!
Rielโs talent, creativity & love of sweets has evolved into a 3-generation woman-owned candy business, alongside her mother & grandmother!
The Eye Candy Shoppe is based out of Ocean County!
Riel has a passion for drawing eyes, hence the design and name of her candy shoppe, not only is she a young entrepreneur, with the support from her amazing family…. She & her family give back too, by working with a local organization in Long Branch that provides children with eyeglasses!
You can currently @theeyecandyshoppe at many festivals and events-
What does she love most about Ocean County?! The Beaches! ๐
It was “SWEET” meeting a young Ocean County entrepreneur & her family, the apple of an industrious spirit doesn’t fall from the tree, as her family owns @gardenstatedistillery located in @downtowntomsriver too!
Visit the Distillery Below!
https://gardenstatedistillery.com/
๐13 Washington Street, Toms River
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #shoplocal #shopsmallbusiness #buyoceancounty #freezedriedcandy #eatlocal #entrepreneur
Posted: December 9, 2023
Ocean County Parks & Recreation Winter Program Guide 2024 is now online:
Link to Guide: https://tinyurl.com/yt8ssxfl
Registration begins Wednesday, Nov 29
REGISTRATION INFO: as of 11/29
Registration Form: http://bit.ly/39dKVn7
Register by mail or in-person at:
Jakes Branch County Park – Beachwood
Wells Mills County Park – Waretown
OC Parks Administration Office – Toms River
OC Parks Web Site: www.oceancountyparks.org
Administration Phone: (732) 506-9090
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #supportourcommunity #buyoceancounty #getoutside #wildernesswednesday
Posted: December 7, 2023
Posted: December 3, 2023
Did you know?! Ocean County Parks & Recreation teaches virtual nature lessons that are available on YouTube! How ๐ข ‘Turtle-ly’ ๐ขAwesomeย is that!
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportourcommunity #nature #virtual #youtube #learn #supportlocal #oceancountyparks
Posted: December 1, 2023
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Posted: November 27, 2023
๐ขThe Ocean County Department of Business Development & Tourism has been allocated funds in Ocean County American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to support small businesses and non-profit organizations in the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries that have experienced a financial hardship due to the Covid-19 pandemic. ๐ข
The Covid-19 caused or exacerbated financial hardship faced by the entity must have occurred between the period of March 11,2020-December 31,2022.
Posted: November 25, 2023
๐บ๐ธโจHelp us honor each and every veteran interred at St. Josephโs Cemetery by sponsoring a wreath for this yearโs National Wreaths Across America Day. Your support will be a tribute to their sacrifice and a symbol to their loved ones, and everyone in the community, that they are not forgotten!
Please share this post and thank you to everyone who helps us reach our goal of honoring every veteran interred at St. Joseph’s Cemetery. โจ๐บ๐ธ
Click below to support our interred Veteran’s below this holiday season!
WreathsAcrossAmerica.org/NJ0149
Wreaths Across America, St. Josephs Cemetery, Toms River, NJ
Ceremony will take place Saturday December 16th @ 12pm.
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #buyoceancounty #tomsriver #tomsriverlocal #supportourcommunity
Posted: November 23, 2023
Posted: November 22, 2023
A perfect place for the Gratitude Scavenger Hunt is at one of our amazing Ocean County Parks & Recreation, grab your family,friends & enjoy one of Ocean County’s 27 beautiful parks! ๐โจ๐
https://oceancountyparks.org/frmFindPark
#oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #getoutside #buyoceancounty #parks #gratitude #scavengerhunt #family #friends #oceancountyparks
Posted: November 20, 2023
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๐๐ญ๐ฌ Cattus Island Gingerbread House contest is back!๐ฌ๐ญ๐
Mark you calendars and start those blueprints!
Cattus Island Gingerbread House Contest:
1. Drop off all entries to the Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, 1170 Cattus Island Blvd., Toms River, NJ from December 13-17th from 8:30am-4:00pm. No houses will be accepted after that time.
2. Entries will be assigned an entry number so each will be judged anonymously.
3. Entries will be judged and ribbons/prizes will be awarded to top entries in each category.
Categories include: Youth (0-6) Youth (7-12) Teens (13-17) Adults (18+)
4. All entries will be displayed from December 20-December 31โ10:00am to 4:00pm. All entries are eligible for Peopleโs Choice Award votes which will be collected during this time. Only one vote per person permitted.
5. Entries can be picked up January 3 to January 7โ8:30am to 4:00pm
6. OCPR reserves the right to photograph entries and give credit to creators for promotional purposes, including Facebook/Instagram, website etc.
7. Entries must be constructed on a 12 inch by 12 inch mounting board. Entries may not be larger than 12 inches wide by 12 inches long by 12 inches high.
8. Only 1 entry per person.
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #tomsriver #tomsriverlocal #gingerbreadhouses #supportourcommunity #buyoceancounty #countyparks
Posted: November 14, 2023
Help us honor each and every veteran interred at St. Josephโs Cemetery by sponsoring a wreath for this yearโs National Wreaths Across America Day. Your support will be a tribute to their sacrifice and a symbol to their loved ones, and everyone in the community, that they are not forgotten!
Please share this post and thank you to everyone who helps us reach our goal of honoring every veteran interred at St. Joseph’s Cemetery.
Posted: November 12, 2023
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The Nook is holding a personal care ๐งด๐ช๐งผ donation drive for the families of Ocean County and they need your help. Please help spread the word.
Please check out their list and drop-off at one of the Bright Harbor locations listed on the flyer.
OPEN HOUSE on Tuesday, November 7th 12-2pm or 4-6pm.
Can’t make it just shop directly off the Amazon Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/…/ls/RRTV7FC3Z76T/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
For more information, please reach out TheNook@brightharbor.org
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportlocal #supportourcommunity #openhouse
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Saturday, November 18, 2023
The Sawmill
1807 Boardwalk
Seaside Park, NJ 08752
https://toddfrazier.events/
Posted: October 19, 2023
โจ๐ธ ‘Picture’ it now! Your photo could be on our 2024 Ocean County Travel Guide! ๐ธโจ
Submit your photos taken in Ocean County for a chance to grace our cover. ๐
What do I get if my photo is chosen? Bragging rights & photo credit of course! ๐ค
Please send your pics below by Friday 10/27
๐งoctourism@co.ocean.nj.us
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #buyoceancounty #pictureitnow #photos #oceancounty
Posted: October 17, 2023
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๐๐๐ Happy Fall Ya’ll ! Come out Saturday 10/14 to The Mauve Shoppe Fall Harvest Festival benefiting Providence House! ๐๐๐
๐Vendors, ๐๐จpumpkin painting, ๐ฝfood & ๐ผmusic!
๐ Roxyโs Bar and Grille 11 Kettle Creek Road, Toms River
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #buyoceancounty #tomsrier #tomsriverlocal #supportourcommunity #supportsmallbusiness
Posted: October 5, 2023
‘The famous theater architect, Thomas Lamb, was commissioned in the early 1900s by the Ferber Amusement Company to design a theater in Lakewood. The vision for the theater was not only to provide an aesthetically appealing venue, but also one that would encourage Broadway producers to utilize it as a tryout theater before moving their shows to Broadway.
In 1922, The Strand Theater in Lakewood the opened in a time when Lakewood was a popular playground for the rich and famous, including big names such as President Grover Cleveland and John D. Rockefeller. Architecturally, THE STRAND has exemplary sight lines, with no obstructing pillars or uprights. The acoustics are notably effective since it was built at a time when performers relied mainly on their own voices. Today, THE STRAND is known as one of the best acoustical theaters in the nation and is a top live entertainment venue.’
๐ญCheck out upcoming shows below! ๐ญ
https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/16572/the-strand-theater
๐400 Clifton Ave, Lakewood
Posted: October 3, 2023
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West Dover Fall Fest
We are currently looking for unique vendors to join our 4th annual fall festival. This event is family friendly and free admission. There will be food trucks, games, inflatables, pumpkin decorating patch, and more. If you would like to be a vendor, please use the link to register.
https://protect-usb.mimecast.com/s/owmFC93ER6sBQAWuoOOo0?domain=my.cheddarup.com
https://protect-usb.mimecast.com/s/qIP6CGwVynIMK32hKirov?domain=facebook.com
wdptoboard@googlegroups.com
7322396450
Location:
Toms River
Date & Time:
Friday, October 20th 5-8pm
Accessibility:
Wheelchair accessible
Posted: September 25, 2023
Embark with us on an exhibition of oceans, rivers, and everything water. Featuring Jim Inzero, “Water, Water, Everywhere” explores how 20th-century and contemporary artists portray water through ceramic, textile, and painting.
Posted: September 23, 2023
https://oceancountytourism.com/events
Posted: September 21, 2023
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Posted: September 15, 2023
Did you know that Rosh Hashanah means โhead of the yearโ and is commonly known as the Jewish New Year. It is the day on which the year number changes. Rosh Hashanah is a solemn and holy time. It occurs on the first and second days of Tishri, which falls in September or October.ย A two-day celebrationย that begins onย the first day of Tishrei, which is the seventh month of the ecclesiastical year.
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โก๏ธFor the safety of yourself, others & emergency personnel, when thunder roars, go indoors! โก๏ธ
https://oceancountytourism.com/safe-beach-day/
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #safety