Arts & Entertainment
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•September 6, 2023
Musicians, Crafters, Artisans All at PCS Festival
The Pinelands Cultural Society is holding its first “Pinelands Heritage and Americana Fest” on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the back parking lot of the Albert Music Hall, located at…
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•September 6, 2023
Grab Onto Beach and Town Cleanup in Barnegat Light
In an upbeat mood and ready to pitch in, townspeople came out this time last year for the community beach cleanup in Barnegat Light, and it’s happening again Saturday, Sept. 9 at 9 a.m.
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•September 6, 2023
Cyber Security Program Planned at LBI Library
The Friends of the Island Library host the program “Cyber Security: What You Should Know About Keeping Yourself Safe Online” on Monday, Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. at the Long Beach Island branch of the…
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•September 6, 2023
Get Fit With Chair Ballet at LBI Library
People can experience the joy of graceful motion that rejuvenates the body and supports a healthful lifestyle during chair ballet, a monthly program starting Monday, Sept. 18 at 10 a.m. at the Ocean…
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•September 6, 2023
Enjoy Coloring and Conversation at LBI Library
Adults are welcome to spend a relaxing afternoon coloring while soothing music sparks the imagination at the Ocean County Library’s Long Beach Island branch in Surf City…
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•September 6, 2023
‘Warrior Mindset’: CW2 Nick Lavery Speaks at Grunin Center Sept. 11
On Monday, Sept. 11, the Veterans and Military Resource Center at Ocean County College will welcome Chief Warrant Officer 2 Nick Lavery to the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts to discuss the…
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•September 6, 2023
Medication Common Sense Is Library Topic
Older adults who grapple with chronic pain have choices for medicating it, and this will be discussed when the Ocean County Library hosts the Ocean County Health Department presentation “Shore to Age…
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•September 6, 2023
Cruise Into the Sunset With Church Fundraiser
A sunset cruise that raises funds for Zion Lutheran Church in Barnegat Light is open to everyone who wants to enjoy the nice ride. This year’s cruise on the Miss Barnegat Light will leave from the…
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•September 6, 2023
Designer Bag Bingo Helps Celebrate Interfaith’s 25-Year Anniversary
September is here, and so are Interfaith’s Designer Bag Bingo and continuing 25th anniversary celebration. Set for Friday, Sept. 22 at St. Mary’s Parish Center in Manahawkin with doors opening at…
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•September 4, 2023
Hear Chef’s Memoir in Online Ocean County Library Program
Celebrated chef, restaurateur and Emmy-winning television personality Lidia Mattichio Bastianich will discuss her memoir My American Dream: A Life of Love, Family and Food in the Ocean County…
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•September 1, 2023
Holy Spirit Church’s Month Includes Bingo and Barks
Tuckerton’s Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit has a busy month ahead.
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•August 31, 2023
Sand Castle City Shaped By Family’s Memories
Twenty members of the extended Fearen and Miles families, ages 5 to 67, spent an entire day digging and designing to create a fantastic sand castle city in Beach Haven earlier this month. As Frank…
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•August 31, 2023
Barnegat School District Representatives Bring the Heat to Settler’s Mill
As the athletic director for Barnegat High School, John Germano may be a lot of things to a lot of people. But one thing he doesn’t claim to be is a hotshot mini golfer.
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•August 30, 2023
Art Notes, Aug. 30
Feast the Senses: This Sunday, Sept. 3, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., enjoy the Viking Village Art Show in Barnegat Light. Peruse a huge selection from over 70 vendors of fine arts, photography…
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•August 30, 2023
Bill and Andy Show
STYLE: Covers from yesteryear that run the gamut of requests and musical tastes – think Louis Armstrong to AC/DC. Professionally playful and self-deprecating, these two longtime friends and local…
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•August 30, 2023
Hippie and the Cowboy
STYLE: A harmonious blend of yacht rock and country with plenty of rustic charm.
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•August 30, 2023
Surflight’s ‘Disaster’ Has a Big Laugh Every Minute
I was worried that “Disaster,” Surflight Theatres current mainstage offering, would be a disaster.
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•August 30, 2023
Ocean County Historical Society Offers Bus Trips, Lectures and More
The Ocean County Historical Society, headquartered at 26 Hadley Ave. in Toms River, has planned a busy autumn season.
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•August 30, 2023
Sneak Attack on Beach Stage Delights on a Summer Night
When the band Sneak Attack took over the Sea Shell Beach Club on Saturday night, a wave of chill vibes and summer energy washed over the resort venue. Dressed in vibrant Hawaiian shirts and khaki…
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•August 30, 2023
Handcrafted Fashions, Culturally Inspired: Every Stitch Tells Story at Yaatree Bazaar
Step into a world of fashion that embraces the allure of cultures from around the globe at Yaatree Bazaar. Nestled in the heart of Barnegat Light and guided by the creative vision of Taylor Thorn…
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•August 30, 2023
Estate Planning Expert to Hold Workshop
The estate planning process involves many options, and often leads to many questions. Attorney Paul R. Daniele will separate facts from fiction during his estate planning workshop at the Ocean County…
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•August 30, 2023
St. Francis Schedules Pet Blessing While Collecting Supplies for Local Shelter
St. Francis of Assisi Parish will celebrate the feast of its patron saint – the saint of ecology and all creatures – with the annual Blessing of the Animals at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 30.
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•August 30, 2023
Seafood Boil
Oh, summertime, please don’t leave! The very best of living in Southern Ocean County is at its peak, and I intend to savor every last steamy, sandy, delicious moment.
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•August 30, 2023
Albert Music Hall Hosts Special Concert on Sept. 2
The Pinelands Cultural Society will hold a special Labor Day weekend concert on Saturday, Sept. 2, at the Albert Music Hall in Waretown. Doors open at 5:30, with music running from 6 to 9.
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•August 30, 2023
Solace Studio to Close Sept. 15
“Collaboration is what we do.” So says Franny Andahazy, owner-artist at Solace Studio and Gallery in Surf City.
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•August 30, 2023
‘Maribelle’s Shadow’ Book Signing at St. Francis Sept. 11
On the heels of the June release of her new book Maribelle’s Shadow – under the pen name Susannah Marren – Long Beach Island native Susan Shapiro Barash will stop by the St. Francis Church Hall on…
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•August 30, 2023
Learn About ‘New Sweden’ on Sept. 2
Throughout September, the Ocean County Library’s Long Beach Island branch in Surf City will feature historian Erik L. Burro’s display of informative panels and contemporary photographs that highlight…
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•August 30, 2023
Naughty Pines
STYLE: A generous amount of ’90s alternative rock with frequent dips into bygone decades, with influences including classic rock, grunge, modern funk and reggae. “Most of us are pretty big into the…
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•August 30, 2023
Red Cross Blood Drive at St. Francis Church Hall Sept. 12
Every donation of blood counts – and can help save a life. On Tuesday, Sept. 12, the American Red Cross will be set up at the St. Francis Chursh Hall in Brant Beach from 1 to 6 p.m. to take donations.
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•August 30, 2023
Fall Gardening 101 at Stafford Library Sept. 7
As summer winds down, people can learn how to prepare gardens for their cold-weather hiatus during a Friends of the Stafford library program on Thursday, Sept. 7 at 10 a.m. at the Ocean County…
