Virtual Salute to Ocean County !
Earth Day Celebrations !
Welcome to Ocean County !
Visit our website for so much helpful information ! Whether you are planning your next trip, looking for business resources, or events county wide… Our website makes it easy to navigate and ‘ Boost your Vibe’ with so many resources at your fingertips!
Request Your Jersey Shore Travel Guide below …
Welcome to Ocean County – Ocean County Tourism
Happy Easter !
Hindenburg Lighter Than- Air Memorial Service
Ecology Oceanography Cruises !
Earth Day Event – Island Heights
Come Join the Earth Day Event in Island Heights
Come celebrate our beautiful planet with us!
The Island Heights Environmental Committee will be giving away seedlings, and seeds, collecting used toys, and textiles for recycling.
You can also participate in our townwide cleanup and bioswale planting.
Learn more about recycling, composting, and sustainability.
https://www.facebook.com/SustainableIH
Location:
Wanamaker Complex, Island Heights, NJ
Date & Time:
April 23rd From 9 am to 1 pm
Accessibility:
Wheelchair accessible, Sign Language
Explore Heritage & Hauntings of Downtown Toms River
“Toms River, a town technically older than America itself (founded on 1767), is a hotbed of historic and cultural significance. There is a great deal known about the town’s role throughout history and even more not known or unconfirmed about is rich and sometime controversial past. From alleged old Indian burial grounds to Revolutionary War battle sites, from locations where scenes of the original horror film Amityville Horror were filmed to the underground tunnels, from Captain’s Row to the 200 year of cemetery…there is a wide array of notable occurrences, landmarks, rumors, and hauntings to be explored. The Hidden History Trail provides an interactive platform for researching, exploring, and possibility expanding our local knowledge of Downtown TR Heritage and Hauntings…”Home
Family Health & Safety !
Join us on Thursday, April 21st from 10am-1pm at St. Francis Community Center for the Family Health & Safety Fair! Many free health screenings will be available. Opportunities to engage in conversation with various health professionals and local organizations that offer health/social services to our community. A free continental breakfast will also be provided. St. Francis Community Center 4700 Long Beach Blvd. Long Beach Township https://www.stfranciscenterlbi.org/Vendor Opportunities!
Event by Central Ocean Rotary Club of Toms River
Location: Huddy Park, Toms River
Tickets = $40 donation (on sale now)
Our Rocking with Rotary Concert will take place on Saturday, June 4, 2022 RAIN OR SHINE at Huddy Park in Toms River, New Jersey. We will be featuring great bands for your entertainment:
- Moroccan Sheepherders
- Shorty Long & The Jersey Horns
- Nobody You Know
- The Mojo Monks
- Eddie Testa
- Capt. Eric & The Shipwrecks
- Gary Frost
Bring your own chair/blanket – NO tents, coolers, or pets. Donation is non-refundable.
SPONSORSHIPS & VENDORS: Looking to get your name out to hundreds of people? Become a sponsor or a vendor! For more information visit: https://bit.ly/RRConcert22
All proceeds of this event go to local charities in our community. For more information on what we do and how we help visit centraloceanrotary.org
Meals on Wheels…
🔵Did you know that Ocean County is home to Meals on Wheels of Ocean County a Non-profit charity that creates and implements social and nutritional programs to enhance the lives of senior citizens in Ocean County NJ.
🔵The demand for Meals on Wheels is extremely high, and increases each year. As a result, we carefully review each case to ensure our limited resources go to those who need it most. In order to qualify, you or your spouse must be:
🔵Age 60 or over
🔵Housebound, i.e. incapacitated due to accident, illness or frailty
🔵Unable to prepare meals safely, or lack the knowledge and skills to prepare meals
🔵Lacking support from family, friends, neighbors, health aides or other caregivers to help secure regular meals
🔵Spouses of home bound older individuals if an assessment indicates that receipt of Meals On Wheels is in best interest of the senior
🔵Disabled dependent child who resides with an older, eligible individual
#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #promotegrowth #supportthecommunity #mealsonwheels #seniorresources
📸Photo Credit: @Meals on Wheels of Ocean County
Ocean County Health Department …
OCHD REMINDER: FREE POTASSIUM IODIDE (KI) PILL PROGRAM DISCOUNTINUED AFTER OYSTER CREEK SHUTDOWN
(Toms River) – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) is reminding residents that since the 2018 closure of the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station, the free potassium iodide (KI) pill program has been discontinued.
“With the Oyster Creek facility in Lacey Township shut down and nuclear energy no longer being generated, the recommendation for residents to continue to receive the KI pills is no longer necessary,” said Daniel Regenye, OCHD Public Health Coordinator/Health Officer. “Every once in a while we still receive a flurry of pill requests from residents that made it a good habit to stay up-to-date with their supply but we explain to them that the pills are no longer needed or available.”
The Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station opened in 1969 and a 10-mile radius of the facility was designated the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ). The OCHD began the free KI pill program for residents living in EPZ in 2002 after concerns related to 9/11.
Potassium iodide, an ingredient found in table salt, can provide protection for the thyroid gland from radioactive iodine and can reduce the risk of thyroid cancer after a nuclear emergency.
“For residents who have expired or unwanted KI pills, they can easily dispose of them in the regular household trash,” Regenye added. “However, it’s important to know that you should never flush them down the toilet or otherwise put them in the water supply.”
To learn more about KI pill toxicity visit www.ochd.org. A list of prescription medication disposal sites located throughout Ocean County can also be found on the OCHD website.
Support the Community !
🥞Join Pleasant Plains Vol. Fire Department and save the date for the 76th semi annual ” Famous” all you can eat Flap Jack Breakfast. 🥞
Sunday April 10th 🥞 7am-12pm
🧡Please consider donating Non Perishable items which will be collected at the breakfast for the local food pantry. 🧡
#101thingstodo #eatlocal #supportthecommunity #tomsriver #oceancountytourim #exploreoceancounty #allyoucaneat #boostyourfood #boostyourmood #boostyourvibe
Summer Filmmaking Institute…
Do you have an interest in learning how movies are made? The Summer Filmmaking Institute is designed for you! Participate in one of our weeklong programs and learn Digital Filmmaking techniques, Camera Operation, Directing Techniques, Editing, and more.
Ocean County Artists Guild, Island Heights
summerfilmmakinginstitute.com
ocartistsguild.org
Local Job Fairs …
Spring into Ocean County !
Happy 1st day of Spring Ocean County !
Our Local Zoo …
Popcorn Park Zoo in Forked River was established in 1977 for the sole purpose of providing a refuge for abandoned, injured, ill, exploited, abused or elderly wildlife, birds, exotic and farm animals.
It costs $250+ a week to feed our big cats, each with a specialized diet, likes & dislikes, and for some, medicines. Don’t forget about our month-long Food Drive currently going on. We are raising funds to help cover the cost of food. Check in daily for behind-the-scenes photos and videos to learn about our animals’ diets and what it costs to simply feed our 200+ rescues.
Please Consider Donating
Click to donate: https://ahs.givecloud.co/give
Happy St. Patrick’s Day !
Join Lava Java this Saturday …
This upcoming Saturday (3/19), Lava Java in Lavallette, they will be donating all profits to the Ukrainian Red Cross Society. Come enjoy your daily coffee while knowing that your purchase is supporting an essential humanitarian service to the people of Ukraine.
500 Grand Central Ave, Lavallette
Public Health Week ..
ATTENTION STUDENTS, SCHOOLS AND FAMILIES!
The Ocean County Health Department is calling for submissions for our Public Health is Where You Are student challenge. Help us recognize how far we have come as a community during the pandemic and celebrate Public Health Appreciation Week from April 4-10, 2022.
Submit your creative, original content focusing on one of three themes.
• Public Health Heroes – How were you a hero during the pandemic?
• Sending Thanks – How would you like to thank our public health heroes?
• Positive Coping Skills – How did you cope during the pandemic?
All elementary, middle and high school students are eligible. A winner, first runner up, and second runner up will be chosen from each grade level. Submissions will be judged by Ocean County Health Department staff, Board of Health members and Ocean County Commissioners.
Submissions are due by March 24, 2022. Call 732-341-9700 x7536 or email healthed@ochd.org for more information.
Postponed …
The Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade scheduled for today; Saturday 3/12 has been postponed due to weather until Saturday April 2nd at noon ! Mark your calendars !
Ocean County Library Prom Dresses…
Prom Dress Giveaway is Back in 2022
Ongoing through Thursday, April 21
| Prom Dress Giveaway is back! If you need a dress for prom, junior prom or the eighth grade dance , then stop by Brick, Toms River and Little Egg Harbor on the following dates: Click Here for Flyer *ALL events are from 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm Toms River Branch -101 Washington Street – 732-349-6200 Tues., March 29 Wed., March 30 Thurs., March 31 Little Egg Harbor Branch – 290 Mathistown Road – 609-294 1197 Tues. April 5 Wed. April 6Brick Branch – 301 Chambers Bridge Road 732-477-4513 Tues. April 19 Wed. April 20 |
Spotted Lantern Biology & Management …
To Register … https://ocean.njaes.rutgers.edu/
Ocean County St. Patrick’s Day Parade…
https://www.ocstpatricksdayparade.com/
This Saturday March 12th kicking off on The Boulevard in Seaside Heights at 12pm! Come join the fun !
New Safe Passing Law …
As we get closer to warmer weather, and the summer season, more people are out enjoying a bike ride, it’s important to be aware.
“The state’s new safe passing law goes into effect March 1. It requires drivers to provide at least 4 feet when passing vulnerable road users, like cyclists and joggers.
The law joins the move over law and crosswalk stop law, which require motorists to move over or slow down for first responders and stop for people crossing in crosswalks. The goal of all these laws is to reduce injuries and fatalities and prevent near misses.
The law takes effect after one of the deadliest years on New Jersey roads in decades, according to data from the New Jersey State Police. In 2021, 703 people were killed in crashes, including 222 pedestrians and 23 cyclists. It was the deadliest year on record for pedestrians in New Jersey since 1983 when 229 pedestrians were killed and the deadliest year for cyclists since 1999 when 24 cyclists were killed.
Last year’s terrifying trends seem to be continuing this year. As of February 21, there had been 79 fatal crashes resulting in 84 deaths. This includes 24 pedestrians.
The new law, signed by Governor Murphy in August, requires drivers to use “due caution” whenever they see a vulnerable roadway user, which includes people walking, running, biking, riding a scooter or in a wheelchair.
Drivers must move over one lane if possible. On a single-lane road, drivers must allow a f4-foot safety zone when passing. If they cannot provide 4 feet of space, they must slow down to 25 mph and be prepared to stop until they can safely pass without endangering those sharing the road.
Drivers who violate the law and cause bodily injury, face a $500 fine and two motor vehicle penalty points. If there is no bodily injury, the fine is $100.
Slowing down, moving over, and passing with care will prevent crashes and save lives.” – Point Pleasant Beach Police Department
Ocean County Special Needs Registry
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, Ocean County Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy and Ocean County Police Chiefs Association President Michael DiBella are proud to announce the launch of the Ocean County Special Needs Registry. Effective March 1, 2022, the Ocean County Special Needs Registry will be 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.
Through the website, https://co.ocean.nj.us/OC/SpecialNeedsRegistry
which can be found at Ocean County residents will be able to register themselves or any family members living in their home who may have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities due to a physical and/or intellectual disability. The registry will provide first responders with vital information regarding a registrant’s special needs, emergency contact information, physical description, and current photograph. Information provided through registration is confidential and will only be shared with law enforcement and first responders during an emergency or for the purpose of planning an emergency response.
Each registrant will be provided with two window decals that can be placed on the front entrance of the registrant’s residence as well as on the window of any vehicle in which they regularly travel. The presence of the OCSNR decal signifies to first responders that someone in the residence or vehicle has some degree of special need and that they should respond accordingly. The use of the decals is voluntary.
The Harvey Girls Go West…
“Kim Hanley from the American Historical Theatre portrays Mrs. Alice Dougherty White in this exciting and entertaining look at The Harvey Girls, the first nationally known female workforce. Learn about how these young ladies along with the Fred Harvey Company helped civilize the Southwest and helped feed the troops during the second Great War in their search for independence and adventure. Sponsored by the Friends of the Brick Branch.” – OCL |
Registration Required Below …
https://theoceancountylibrary.org/
Senior Resource Directory
“Our seniors are special in so many ways. In Ocean County we make certain our programs and services – from transportation to nutrition sites – provide this population with the assistance they need to live independently and with dignity.
The Office of Senior Services is the focal point that older adults and their families can turn to for information regarding services and programs. Residents are encouraged to call us for information on available services and programs.”- Ocean County Office of Senior Services
For an online resource guide and more info click here….
https://www.co.ocean.nj.us/OC/SeniorServices/
Community Clambake !
Join the 7th Annual Arctic outreach this Saturday February 26th from 11-7pm @mudcitycrabhouse in Manahawkin ! In Loving Memory of Mallory McBrien & profits benefitting Jetty Rock Foundation .
The family-friendly event includes food, beer, wine, hot cocoa, multiple bands, and a huge auction!
Vendors Wanted !
Attention Ocean County Food trucks & vendors !
Now is the time to reach out to : FTApplications@strfas.org if you would like to participate in the 4th annual South Toms River Food Trucks & Craft Beer Festival, held Saturday October 8, 2022 ! Reserve your businesses spot today !
South Toms River Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
Happy Presidents Day !
The Jersey Tenors
Join The Surflight Theatre this Saturday 2/19 @ 7:30pm and Sunday 2/20 @ 2pm .
The Jersey Tenors , the newest Opera/Rock Mash-up sensation that creates an explosive blend of the most iconic Opera classics alongside such Rock ‘N Roll industry greats as Queen, Journey, Elton John, and Billy Joel along with Jersey favorites: Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Sinatra, Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen to name but a few. From Frank Sinatra to Frankie Valli to Figaro – FORGETTABOUTIT!!!
Get your tickets here … https://www.surflight.org/box-office
Happy Birthday Ocean County !
Happy 172nd Birthday Ocean County!
Ocean County celebrated it’s 172nd birthday yesterday !
“Ocean County was established on February 15, 1850. Ocean County originally consisted of six townships – Brick, Dover, Jackson, Plumsted, Stafford and Union (now Barnegat). Dover (now Toms River) was designated as the county seat and construction began on the Ocean County Court House in 1850!”- OCPO
Happy Valentine’s Day Ocean County !
Good morning Ocean County ! Here are some ideas on how to spread love today !
Remember to be kind and show love each and everyday ! <3
Small Business Grant
Good Morning Ocean County !
Did you know…
The world’s largest market is at your fingertips, and the Ocean County Division of Business Development invites you to explore this website and use it as your navigator.
With the assistance of our Board of Commissioners our mission is to ensure economic health in Ocean County by educating, informing, and working together with businesses, the residents, the community as a whole in each of our 33 municipalities to empower economic growth, strength, and success.
https://www.oceancountytourism.com/frmBusinessDevelopment
Please call our office for further information (732)929-2000.
Preserving Creative Spaces…
https://www.facebook.com/petomuseum
2022 Polar Bear Plunge…
Save The Date for a great cause Ocean County . Saturday 2/26 from 10am-2pm for the 2022 Polar Bear Plunge. “Each year, the Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside challenges thousands of brave jumpers from around the state. It’s a great way for everyone–individuals, teams, organizations and businesses–to get involved supporting Special Olympics New Jersey. All funds raised go towards programming and events for thousands of athletes statewide.
Can’t make it to the plunge? No need to worry, we’ve got a virtual plunge option. Plunge your way, have fun, be safe.” – @SONewJersey
To Register or Donate click here 👇https://www.sonj.org/events/2022-polar-bear-plunge-at-seaside-heights/
Ocean County Services…
🛠We want to get social with you ! DM us about your Ocean County service today , to be featured on our social media. 🛠#101thingstodo #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #supportsmallbusiness #buyoceancounty #supportlocal #services #boostyourvibe #boostyourmood
Facebook:@tourismoceancounty
Instagram: @exploreoceancounty
Show some Love Ocean County !
❤February is the month of love! Show some love Ocean County for The Maximilian Foundation in Manahawkin . Visit their newly opened Max’s Self -Esteem Craft Market & support a wonderful cause ❤” The Foundation is a non-profit focused on strengthening kids in an effort to PREVENT destructive behavior such as substance abuse. The Maximilian Foundation is dedicated and committed to supporting bona fide programs that work with Children and Adolescents’ insecurities through Counseling, Substance Abuse Awareness and Education. The Foundation’s focus, efforts and mission are to help support those programs designed to strengthen individuals, build character and confidence, thus allowing Children and Adolescents to better cope with life’s challenges, develop strong life skills, and learn to believe in themselves.”
Shop & support their craft market 👇https://themaximilianfoundation.org/craft-market
Happy Ground Hogs Day Ocean County !
Happy Lunar New Year !
Reading Challenge !
“Welcome to Beanstack, your one stop shop for tracking your reading progress and activities at the Ocean County Library. Earn digital badges by logging books, tracking reading times or pages read, attend programming, or write reviews for our year-round reading challenges.”
Join the reading challenge here…. https://theoceancountylibrary.org/beanstack
Here’s The Scoop …
Facebook: @tourismoceancounty
Instagram: @exploreoceancounty
Winter in Ocean County
Ocean County, did you know ! There are plenty of activities happening in Ocean County , check out the winter program guide online for more information below….
https://oceancountyparks.org/
You’re the right type…
Show Us Your Heart …
PPB Recreation Committee and the PPB Chamber of Commerce are hosting the 2nd Annual “Show Us Your Heart” Bingo Scavenger Hunt event around the downtown shopping district on Saturday February 12, 2022. (Rain date is 2/13/22).
Preregistration is required.
Event Registration Form:
https://forms.gle/Gb91hebYSCWXkUVJ6Check in between 11:00am-12:00pm at the PPB Chamber of Commerce at 517 Arnold Ave. There you’ll receive the Valentines Day themed bingo card, then stroll or dance around Arnold Ave & Bay Ave looking for your bingo shapes in the store front windows.Once your card is full, and you yell BINGO really loud, bring the cards back to the check in location and receive your prize!
! Shop Local Bonus Raffle Prize ! 
Families can show their proof of purchase receipts for anything bought from participating businesses during the event and get entry tickets to win the raffle prizes.
The raffle prize drawing will be held at 2:30pm at the check in location.
Winners do not need to be present, we’ll happily call whomever wins!This is a dog friendly event, bonus raffle points if your dogs name is Bingo!Preregistration is required.
Event Registration Form:
https://forms.gle/Gb91hebYSCWXkUVJ6
Email with any questions: RecreationCommittee@pointbeach.org
Ocean County Library Sensory Space…
The Joseph H. Vicari Sensory Space, in the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch exponentially expands the Library’s mission of “connecting people…building community…transforming lives.”
The space is designed to develop the senses, encourage communication and social interactions, relieve stress and anxiety, and promote calmness and well-being. It sends a positive message to people with varying degrees of sensory processing who might feel inhibited in social environments.
Click here for more info on visiting … https://theoceancountylibrary.org/sensory-space
Growth in Ocean County…
The world’s largest market is at your fingertips, and the Ocean County Division of Business Development invites you to explore this website and use it as your navigator.
With the assistance of our Board of Commissioners our mission is to ensure economic health in Ocean County by educating, informing, and working together with businesses, the residents, the community as a whole in each of our 33 municipalities to empower economic growth, strength, and success.
Click Here for more info …. https://oceancountytourism.com/frmBusinessDevelopment
” I have a dream!”
The Department of Business Development & Tourism is closed today; Monday 1/17 in observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
‘Snow’ Much fun !
Get social with us !
Bonjour Ocean County !
The Lighthouse International Film Society is pleased to present the virtual screening of FRANCE-(French with English subtitles)- a new film by Bruno Dumont. Lea Seydoux primarily holds the center of Bruno Dumont’s unexpected new film, which starts out as a satire of contemporary news media before steadily spiraling out into something rich and darker. Set in contemporary Paris, FRANCE stars Seydoux as France de Meurs, a seemingly unflappable superstar TV journalist juggling her studio show, reporting on a distant war, and her rush of family life. Her high profile world is turned upside down after she injures a delivery man in a traffic accident, triggering a series of self-reckonings and a strange romance that proves impossible to shake. Never one to shy away from provoking his viewers, Dumont’s latest is tragicomic and deliciously ambivalent- a very 21st-century treatment of the difficulty of maintaining identity in a corrosive culture.
The Lighthouse International Film Society will have a VIRTUAL screening of Bruno Dumont’s FRANCE. Screen anytime from January 14- 31. If you are so inclined to have some French wine while watching, head over to Shell Liquor…they are offering 10% off of all French wines during the screening dates. And if you are interested in joining our French Wine, Cheese and Chat Happy Hour, meet us on Zoom on Sunday, Jan 30th from 5:00-6:00pm, link below!
To Screen (Tix $12):
For Tickets and information go to www.lighthousefilmfestival.org
Ocean Ride…
https://co.ocean.nj.us/OC/Transportation
Call Ocean Ride to get your ride.(732) 736-8989, ext. 1
Recycle your tree !
Where can you recycle your Christmas tree? Check out the drop off locations above. Trees will be accepted at the above locations until the end of January.
Discover your Passion!
Make a Splash in Ocean County!
Welcome 2022!
Happy Kwanzaa!
Merry Christmas !
‘Dune’ not know what to do with your tree?!…
🌎🎄Recycle those trees Ocean County ! 🎄🌎 @islandbeachpark in South Seaside Park will be accepting Christmas trees to strengthen their dunes .https://www.njparksandforests.org/parks/islandbeachstatepark.html732-793-0506
🎄*Please note Pre-Registration is required ! 🎄#reduce #reuse #recycle #dunes #oceancountynj #oceancountytourism #exploreoceancounty #ohchristmastree #businessdevelopment #boostyourmood #101thingstodo #boostyourvibe 📸Photo Credit @islandbeachpark
Skate your way in to Winter !
Photo Courtesy of Toms River.org
Did you know that Ocean County is home to Winding River Ice Rink. Give them a call (732)244-0720 for open skate times and skate your way in to winter !
Get Connected !
Did you know that Ocean County is home to County Connection located in The Ocean County Mall.
Services
- Consumer Affairs
- Senior Services
- Social Security Information
- Job Search
- Surrogate Services
- Veterans Services & Job Assistance
- County Maps
- OCC Calendar of Events
- Tickets for OCC Shows
- Newcomer Guides
- Safety Information
- Recycle old cell phones
- Notary Services
- Health Screening & Services
- Ocean County College Programs
- Ocean County Library Services
- Passport Applications
- Parks & Recreation Programs
- First Time Home Buyers Program
- Government Directories
- Public Transportation Schedules
https://co.ocean.nj.us/oc/countyconnection/
Calling our future marine biologists !
“Junior Keepers is a great program for those future marine biologists! Come experience the aquarium from an employee’s point of view. Learn how to provide animal care, training, enrichment, and feeding to a variety of animals. You’ll go behind the scenes, meet live animals, and talk with our care staff. Campers are required to wear a face mask and sneakers. Space is limited.
Available Dates: Thursday, December 30th from 8am-11am
$75 per child. Ages 7-10 only. General admission for the day included.
Limited amount of participants
3 hour program
$75 Per Participant (Ages 7-10 years old only)
Reservations:
To reserve your spot for our Junior Keepers, please visit https://jenkinsons.com/aquarium/product/animal-program-junior-keepers-7-10-years-old/
then select the children in your party, the date on the calendar you would like to visit. Available dates are shown in green on the calendar. No Refunds.
All participants must wear a mask/facial covering during the program.” – Jenkinson’s
Sea of Lights !
“Join Jenkinson’s Aquarium on the boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach for the annual Sea of Lights Holiday Festival on December 15, 16, 22, 23 & 26-30 from 6 pm – 9 pm. Join Jenkinson’s in Point Pleasant Beach as they light up the Boardwalk during Jenkinson’s Sea of Lights. This Indoor Holidays Lights Spectacular inside Jenkinson’s Aquarium is a real gift to your family at the special admission price of only $8. Sea of Lights will be held on December 15, 16, and 22, 23, 26-30 from 6 pm until 9pm.
The Sweet Shop, Aquarium Gift Shop, and Pavilion Arcade will be open! Crafts, Holiday Treats, Photos with Santa & friends, Games, Holiday Gifts and more!” -Jenkinson’s Boardwalk
Dates are added!
Our HOLIDAY LIGHTS DISPLAY at Jakes Branch County Park
has been extended to 4 nights, Dec 17 thru 20 from 6pm-8pm.
So TUNE-IN to your favorite Holiday Music (CD, stream etc.) and enjoy
We added “Nature Riddles” with fun questions for you to answer as you drive through.
RIDDLE LINK: https://co.ocean.nj.us/WebContentFiles/94ed0b6c-1201-483b-be29-1cffdd4e4a84.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0HMMbqkeTJxZPLlrBiC2NmhoWUHXOXekhAGlSnkKLHFqapOza–p2_e30
Did you know…
Ocean County is home to New Egypt Flea Market Village & Auction. It was founded by Esler and Sandy Heller in 1959.
“In the late 1950’s, the town of New Egypt lost their local farmers market. Esler (Les) Heller had just returned from serving in the Navy and noticed that the vendors were looking for a new market. It was then that Mr. Heller decided to use the land near his home as a new venue for livestock auctions and produce sales. Soon after opening his new market in 1959, Mr. Heller added tables for second hand and antique sales and The New Egypt Flea Market Village was alive and thriving.” https://newegyptfleamarket.com/
Join them this holiday season , #shopoceancounty #shoplocal & #supportsmallbusiness .
Nature Lessons, Virtually!
“Teachers, Parents, Students: Our Virtual Nature Lessons are a growing collection of videos done in our Ocean County Parks and hosted by our Park Naturalists.
In these times of COVID-19, with limited class trips and outdoor activities, we wanted to offer you the Ocean County Park’s experience…virtually.
Some of these videos were Facebook Live-streams and they are all now available on YouTube. We are in the process of filming more, non-livestream videos each week, so you can view them on your schedule.”- Ocean County Parks & Recreation
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbvXI_h6bh6y_eHSyuXLHfg
Lighting up Nature !
For more info… https://oceancountyparks.org/frmSpecialEvents
New Jersey Maritime Museum…
Beach Haven is home to the New Jersey Maritime Museum. It’s goal is to preserve NJ’s immense, maritime history. It bolsters two floors of artifacts, shipwrecks, exhibits from the 1800’s, a gift shop and a lending library too!
For Hours and more info… http://NJMM.org/
Photo Courtesy of New Jersey Maritime Museum Facebook .
Set Sail into the past …
Did you know that the current Seaside Park Borough Hall once was a Coast Guard Station built in the late 1800’s. It was turned over in 1954.
-Photo Courtesy of Seaside Park Facebook-
239th Anniversary !
Join Ocean County for The Affair at Cedar Bridge on Sunday December 12th at 1pm. The ceremony commemorates the last documented land engagement of The American Revolution held on the actual site each year. A tour will be available, as well as crafts for the kids & more!
200 Old Half Way Road, Barnegat
https://oceancountyparks.org/frmSpecialEvents
12 Days of Shopping & Eating Local !
Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for 12 days of Shopping and Eating Local in Ocean County !
Toy Drive !
Join The Ocean County Commissioners in their holiday toy drive!
New Toys accepted at :
The Administration Building
101 Hooper Ave.
Toms River
Join us Today !
Zoom, Zoom… !
For more information click here… https://co.ocean.nj.us/
2 Days !
Happy Hanukkah!
Small Business Saturday !
Small Business Saturday Checklist!
Tomorrow is the Day! #smallbusinesssaturday! 11/27/21 ! #shopoceancounty #shoplocal #buylocal #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal .
~ Happy Thanksgiving ~
Please Join Us !
Free Thanksgiving Meals in Ocean County ..
- Please note locations that require pre-registration
Shop Small Business Saturday …
Counting down to #shopsmallbusinesssaturday this Saturday 11/27 … What’s your reason to Shop Small Business? …
Home For The Holidays Family Event..
On Saturday, December 4, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the Ocean County Artists’ Guild will celebrate family with a visit from Santa and Mrs Claus for traditional photos and a host of fun activities for children and holiday shoppers.
Throughout the Guild, Holiday crafters will be selling beautifully painted ornaments, floral arrangements & wreaths, garlands, holiday decorations, handmade holiday soaps, jewelry, and a host of great holiday gifts.
Santa’s workshop will be open for the children (4-14) to complete a holiday craft project. Santa’s elves will be reading Christmas stories. Children can participate in Santa’s bingo, christmas sing-a-long, and holiday games. The children can do their holiday shopping at Kringle’s Holiday Shop.
- Santa himself will be there from 10-3:30 PM
- Storybook time at 11 AM & 3 PM
- Elf Bingo at 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM
- Caroling
- Childrens Holiday Shopping Center 10-4 PM
- Kids Krafts 10:30-3:30 PM (upstairs workshop)
Music will fill the air and joy will warm the hearts of our families. The day is full of fun and activities for all. Giveaways and more. The event is free for everyone. Stop in for some hot chocolate and delicious holiday treats. We look forward to seeing our family home for the holidays.
https://www.ocartistsguild.org/events
Something’s Growing in Ocean County !
“Ocean County has launched a Big Tree Registry, a compilation of the largest native and naturalized tree species in the county. These trees, nominated by Ocean County residents will have environmental and historical value and should be conserved for future generations.” – Ocean County Parks & Recreation
Read More Here … https://oceancountyparks.org/frmBigTreeRegistry
Make Fundraising Fun !
Did you know that Seaside Heights is home to The Shake Shoppe Arcade. The Shake Shoppe Arcade is not only a place for fun and games but committed to the community by offering Fundraising events for schools/organizations.
For more information click here … https://www.theshakeshoppearcade.com/ or call The Group Coordinator @(732)793-0600.
Growth in Ocean County !
The world’s largest market is at your fingertips, and the Ocean County Division of Business Development invites you to explore this website and use it as your navigator.
With the assistance of our Board of Commissioners our mission is to ensure economic health in Ocean County by educating, informing, and working together with businesses, the residents, the community as a whole in each of our 33 municipalities to empower economic growth, strength, and success.
https://oceancountytourism.com/frmBusinessDevelopment
Save The Date !
World Kindness Day !
#ShopLocal
#shopsmallbusiness #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #smallbusinesssaturday #shopoceancounty
Thank You Veterans !
The Department of Business Development & Tourism Thanks our Veterans for their service to our country.
Our office is closed today ; Thursday 11/11 in observation of Veterans Day. We will reopen Friday 11/12 at 8:30am.
It Pays to Shop Local !
https://visitlbiregion.com/news/shop-small-business-this-holiday-and-win-big-in-the-lbi-region
Free Ways to Support your local small business!
Small Business Saturday ! 11/27
You are Cordially Invited !
Happy Diwali
Business Expo !
Register Here….. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gtrcc-ssh-bid-business-expo-tickets
Election Day !
Autumn Campfire !
Join Ocean County Parks & Recreation at Jakes Branch County Park in Beachwood for their ‘ Awesome Autumn Campfire’ this Saturday 11/6 from 1-3pm!
Read More here … https://oceancountyparks.org/frmSpecialEvents
Happy Halloween !
Halloween Safety Tips !
Stay Safe, Be Vigilant & Have a Spooktacular time Trick or Treating Ocean County !
