Every year in mid-July, St. Mary’s Parish Center in Manahawkin is home to six nights of family fun, and this year’s “Nights of Summer” Carnival is scheduled for Tuesday, July 16, through Sunday, July 21, from 6 to 10:30 each night.

Everybody can be a kid, including Msgr. Ken Tuzeneu, during this festive and safe event. Of course, there will be rides and games galore, as well as food, entertainment and raffles for all. The carnival’s location again will be McKinley Avenue and Bishop Lane.