Arts & Entertainment
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•June 13, 2026
Have Some Fun on Tuesdays — Play Kickball
Perhaps you had a frustrating day at work yesterday, or you just need a break from all the craziness in life, or don’t have anything better to do on a Tuesday evening. Kick some balls around – the…
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•June 13, 2026
Jason Alexander Gets Into the Spirit of LBI’s Film Fest With a Masterclass
“Most training is a sense of ‘Here’s a tool. Here’s another tool. And here’s another tool.’ But if you put it in carpentry terms, just because you know how the tools work doesn’t mean you know how to…
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•June 11, 2026
Blessing of the Fleet Continues Annual Tradition
A centuries-old maritime tradition with roots in Mediterranean Catholic fishing communities will once again take place along Long Beach Island at the annual Blessing of the Fleet on Sunday, June 21…
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•June 11, 2026
New Wave of Surf Films Arrive for Lighthouse International Film Fest
It only makes sense that an international film festival held just steps from the sand and waves would have a decent selection of surfing films, and since the very first year, the Lighthouse…
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•June 11, 2026
Artist Studio Tour Welcomes Pastel Artist Karen Tighe
A newcomer to this year’s LBI Artist Studio Tour – the self-guided exploration of the studio and gallery spaces of working artists on Long Beach Island, scheduled for Aug. 8 and 9 – is artist and…
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•June 11, 2026
Young Musicians Make Their Mark on Lizzie Rose Stage
The Lizzie Rose Music Room was filled with lighthearted energy and the sounds of aspiring young musicians Sunday afternoon, June 7, as students and first-time performers took the stage. From solo…
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•June 10, 2026
Surflight Stages ‘Guys and Dolls,’ Widely Considered One of the Best Comedic Musicals Ever
Surflight Theatre’s second musical of 2026 is a classic, “Guys and Dolls,” which won five Tony Awards, including Best Musical in 1951, and ran for 1,200 Broadway performances.
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•June 10, 2026
New Nonprofit Seeks to Uplift Local Artists
While the LBI region’s music scene has historically been defined by party bands and acoustic cover gigs, original music has been making waves in recent years. Events such as the LBI Singer-Songwriter…
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•June 10, 2026
Dinner Party at Ott’s to Benefit Maximilian Foundation
Chef Geoff Johnson has cooked alongside some of the biggest names in food television. He has appeared on Bravo’s “Rocco’s Dinner Party,” worked the line with Guy Fieri, Anne Burrell and Andrew…
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•June 10, 2026
Scores of People Responsible for Lighthouse International Film Festival
The Lighthouse International Film Festival has certainly grown since its inaugural season. A good example of its flourishing is the size of its program book.
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•June 10, 2026
Thomas Ryan
STYLE: Laid-back listening with acoustic covers of classic rock, folk, alternative and more.
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•June 10, 2026
Little Egg Theatre Co. to Perform ‘The Savannah Sipping Society’
The Little Egg Theatre Co. will perform the play “The Savannah Sipping Society” at the Little Egg Harbor Township Edward Thornton Community Center, located at 319 West Cala Breeze Way in Mystic…
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•June 10, 2026
Celebrate America’s 250th at Stafford Founders Day
Prepare for a celebration of America’s big anniversary when Stafford Township’s recreation department presents “From Sea to Shining Sea.”
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•June 10, 2026
Garden Club Event Blends Horticulture and Art
The Garden Club of LBI presents the Outdoor Living Garden Tour and Art Show on Thursday, June 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The rain date is Friday, June 26.
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•June 10, 2026
Experience ABBA, Illuminated
Fans of the Swedish pop group ABBA can enjoy a unique candlelit concert experience in Beach Haven when Lumos Experiences brings its classical tribute to Kynett United Methodist Church in Beach Haven…
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•June 10, 2026
Irish Tenor Emmet Cahill to Perform at St. Francis June 28
On Sunday, June 28, acclaimed Irish tenor Emmet Cahill, from Celtic Thunder, will perform at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Brant Beach. Doors open at 2:15 p.m. and the concert begins at 3 p.m.
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•June 10, 2026
World Cup Watch Beach Bash June 19 in Brant Beach
Soccer fans excited to watch the U.S. team take the field against Australia on June 19 can kick it up a notch by cheering for the red, white and blue at Long Beach Township’s World Cup Watch Beach…
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•June 10, 2026
Juneteenth Celebration at Toms River Library
The Ocean County Library invites the community to celebrate Juneteenth from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, June 19 at the Toms River branch’s Mancini Hall.
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•June 10, 2026
Art Notes, June 10
For Young Minds: Registration opens Monday, June 15 for a free, all-ages art reception, talk and book signing by children’s author-illustrator Katy Tanis at the Lacey branch of the Ocean County…
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•June 10, 2026
Learn About the ‘Qi’ to Good Health
The Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City hosts “The Power of Qi” Tuesday, June 23 at 5 p.m.
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•June 10, 2026
NJ Bookstore Crawl Draws Readers to LBI
Whether looking for a heartfelt romance to enjoy while soaking up the summer sun, or wanting to put detective skills to work with the latest whodunit, there was something for readers of all ages and…
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•June 8, 2026
LIFF’s Horror Films May Have You Hiding Under Your Bed When You Get Home
Darkhouse films are a major part of the Lighthouse International Film Festival.
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•June 4, 2026
Tuckerton Seaport Sailing Into Summer
Summer is finally upon us. Between sunny boat rides with views of the creek and summery craft workshops, the Tuckerton Seaport is full of ways to soak up the start of the season.
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•June 3, 2026
Lick of Sense
STYLE: Classic rock and dance covers: “Music for the mind and feet,” the band says.
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•June 3, 2026
Kayakers Connect, Caffeinate in Little Egg Harbor
As the sun shone down on the creek on a chilly May morning in Mystic Island, novice kayakers and watersports enthusiasts from around New Jersey united along the peaceful waterfront in the hopes of…
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•June 3, 2026
Tuckerton Preps for ‘Biggest and Best’ July Fourth Celebration
With just about a month left until the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence’s signing, Tuckerton is getting ready for what could be “the biggest and best Fourth of July in town since…
