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Arts & Entertainment

  • •July 10, 2026

    Seniors Learn About Scams at Awareness Seminar

    Scams targeting seniors are on the rise, but education is a great way to stay on top of the latest trends with scammers and prevent unnecessary headaches and heartache.

  • •July 10, 2026

    Gear Up for National Night Out, Cardboard Boat Regatta

    National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement by bringing the two together under positive circumstances, with millions of neighbors taking part in the community…

  • •July 10, 2026

    Fair an Opportunity to Learn About Green Initiatives and More

    Step into a world in which sustainability meets excitement, and get ready for a day packed with fun, learning and community spirit.

  • •July 10, 2026

    LBI House Tour to Raise Money, Awareness for Type 1 Diabetes

    In the second annual Breakthrough T1D LBI House Tour, lifetime residents of LBI and co-chairs Patrick and Monica Moeller are raising money and awareness for Type 1 diabetes, the chronic autoimmune…

  • •July 9, 2026

    July Fourth Festive as Ever in Tuckerton

    From the sidewalks of Main Street, hundreds of flags in the hands of residents and visitors waved for the passing Fourth of July parade, proudly painting Tuckerton red, white and blue on the nation’s…

  • •July 9, 2026

    History Made in More Ways Than One on Holiday Weekend

    For such a historic Independence Day weekend, as Americans everywhere celebrated the nation’s 250th anniversary of our breakaway from Great Britain, it seemed appropriate to do something monumental…

  • •July 9, 2026

    Jenn Malone’s Paintings Prompt Reflection, Like a Gently Awakened Memory

    A newcomer to the LBI Artist Studio Tour this year (the weekend of Aug. 8 and 9) is painter Jennifer Malone of Harvey Cedars and Maplewood.

  • •July 9, 2026

    Clams Galore at Annual Manahawkin Elks Event

    Clams, clams and more clams! That’s the theme. And with as much food as the Manahawkin Elks Lodge 2340 will have available for its annual clam bake, there’s really no reason to skip it.

  • •July 9, 2026

    Enjoy St. Mary’s ‘Nights of Summer’ for the 33rd Time

    Family fun with fantastic rides and fabulous food is the hallmark of the “Nights of Summer” Carnival, and the big event of the summer is set to return for its 33rd year, so get ready to make memories…

  • •July 8, 2026

    Beach Bazaar Benefits First Responders

    Summer is less than a month old on the calendar, but it is nearly time for the biggest fundraiser of the year in Surf City.

  • •July 8, 2026

    STAC Offering K-6 Kids Immersive Theatrical Experience This July and August

    This summer, young performers will have the opportunity to step into the magical world of Arendelle, thanks to the Stafford Township Arts Center.

  • •July 8, 2026

    Nostalgic Summer Fun Getting a Revival in Tuckerton

    Summer is heating up in Tuckerton as a new, free festival prepares to bring residents together for a day of classic summertime fun and community bonding.

  • •July 8, 2026

    No Time Lost

    STYLE: High-energy rock, country and pop party hits from the ’70s through today.

  • •July 8, 2026

    Ted Hammock

    STYLE: Beachy, surf-pop bops played acoustically and with the intention of bringing good vibes to every venue.

  • •July 8, 2026

    A Migrant’s Memoir Is Virtual Talk Topic

    In her new memoir, Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget, bestselling author Reyna Grande illuminates the hidden cost of the American dream and the complex journey of healing that follows…

  • •July 8, 2026

    Little Egg Harbor Celebrates Country’s 250th

    While Little Egg Harbor residents often enjoy neighboring Tuckerton’s Fourth of July parade and fireworks over Lake Pohatcong, the township maximized the opportunities for celebration in this…

  • •July 8, 2026

    ‘My Fair Lady’ Will Soon Be Staged at Ocean County College

    The Ocean County College Repertory Theatre Co. will be performing “My Fair Lady” from Friday, July 10 at 7 p.m. to Sunday, July 19 at 1 p.m.

  • •July 8, 2026

    Art Notes, July 8

    Make It on the Mainland: Wildflowers in the Woods has released its July schedule, offering a variety of hands-on art classes for adults and children at its studio, 1286 Ridge Ave. in Manahawkin.

  • •July 8, 2026

    St. Francis Parish Hosts Teen Trivia Night July 22

    Prizes and bragging rights are up for grabs when St. Francis of Assisi Parish hosts a free Teen Trivia Night on Wednesday, July 22. The event is set to run from 6:15 to 8:30 p.m. at the church hall…

  • •July 8, 2026

    Have ‘Coffee With a Cop’ in Harvey Cedars

    A summer tradition in Harvey Cedars is the police department’s “Coffee With a Cop” initiative, which has announced four dates.

  • •July 8, 2026

    Dan Brown and the Empaths Fuel Good Feelings

    “This land was made for you and me,” sang Dan Brown and the Empaths as a jam-packed Fourth of July weekend on Long Beach Island came to a close on Sunday afternoon. Echoing through the air just steps…

  • •July 8, 2026

    Program Geared for Those Considering College

    Are you a teen or adult looking to expand your educational experience? The Lacey branch of the Ocean County Library will host a college fair Thursday, July 16 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

  • •July 8, 2026

    Ghost Researchers Offer a Revolutionary Look

    In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the South Jersey Ghost Research team will reflect on the locations they have visited related to the American Revolution on Tuesday, July 14 at 7 p.m. at the…

  • •July 8, 2026

    In Stafford Township, It’s Fun to Be a Kickball Kid Again

    Give credit where credit is due. Monica Zabroski thought kicking a big red ball in an open field behind a school could electrify the nostalgia within some of us.

  • •July 6, 2026

    Tom Pernal

    STYLE: Acoustic covers of classic rock, folk and Americana spanning several decades.

  • •July 6, 2026

    Tuckerton’s Free Summer Concert Series Set to Begin

    With summer now in full swing, there are so many ways to enjoy an evening out in the Tuckerton area. For a free and family-friendly option, head over to the All Wars Memorial Ball Field every Friday…

  • •July 6, 2026

    Bluegrass Festival: More Than Just Music

    Bluegrass fans and musicians will have an opportunity to do more than just listen to music on Saturday, July 11, when Albert Music Hall in Waretown presents a special Bluegrass Fest featuring live…

  • •July 3, 2026

    Area July Fourth Fireworks and Festivities Set for Nation’s 250th Birthday

    The nation’s semiquincentennial Independence Day celebration could be the most explosive in living memory as patriotic symbols line the streets and light up the night. This year, parades and parties…

  • •July 2, 2026

    The Art of Lifeguarding, One Night Only at LBI Foundation

    As this year’s One Night Only art sale and fundraising gala, the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences in Loveladies hosts a photography exhibition titled “The Art of Lifeguarding,”…

  • •July 2, 2026

    Mini Golf Tournament Options Abound for Summer Months

    Cooper Grasso is on his way to high school in the fall, and he’ll have a busy summer, for sure. But sprinkled in between some other things, there’s no doubt he’ll find time to get to Island Golf in…

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