It’s time for local aquaculture to shine: Join the Jetty Rock Foundation and Long Beach Township this Saturday, Oct. 12, for the annual Shellabration, a free community event that spotlights oysters and their role in keeping our waters clean and our coastal ecosystem healthy. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. outside the township building in Brant Beach.

“Come learn about this magnificent bivalve as you enjoy coastal fare and live music,” organizers encourage. “It’s fun for all ages.”