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Arts & Entertainment

  • •July 7, 2021

    Bobby Darin Tribute Concerts at Surflight on July 12

    So many great and influential musicians and singers died young.

  • •July 7, 2021

    Tweetspot

    @LBIregion (Jul 3) @NJSeaGrant has announced #beachhaven has been voted Best Beach In Ocean County! Thanks to all who voted to keep #LBI in one of the top spots…

  • •July 7, 2021

    Vintage Art With Urban Roots, Funky Flair

    The two main components of Nicki-not-Nicole Lee Campoli’s identity as an artist are her acrylic paintings of bold, colorful shapes and her cool, curated collection of vintage apparel and decor. She’s…

  • •July 7, 2021

    ‘Books, Balls and Blocks’ a Free Event That Puts Kids’ Development in Focus

    The Children’s Home Society of New Jersey will host a free community event called “Books, Balls and Blocks” on Saturday, July 17, at Manahawkin Lake Park, for families with children up to 5 years…

  • •July 7, 2021

    ChowderMonth Is a Changed Recipe for Success in 2021

    Stirring the pot of plans for Chowderfest, organizers this year again are planning a “ChowderMonth” event that builds on last year’s version but still does not return to the pre-pandemic blow-out…

  • •July 7, 2021

    Democrats Find a Home at Cedar Bridge

    The Barnegat Democratic Club held its first picnic on Sunday, June 27, at the historic Cedar Bridge Tavern, believed to be the oldest intact bar in the United States and the site of the last land…

  • •July 7, 2021

    Men of Horses

    STYLE: Popular covers stylized with buoyant reggae and a punk edge, funky bass lines and a heavy drumbeat – a phenomenon known as “horsification.”

  • •July 7, 2021

    Webinars Detail ‘Jersey-Friendly By Design’ Landscaping

    The key to a beautiful and healthy yard is planning, and in the Ocean County Soil Conservation District’s free webinar series, “Jersey-Friendly by Design,” various presenters “will teach you how to…

  • •July 7, 2021

    Pinelands Commission’s ‘Summer Short Course’ on All Things Pine Barrens

    The fifth annual Pinelands Summer Short Course will feature 14 education programs including guided history tours, nature walks, a canoe trip, a ground-penetrating radar demonstration and live music.

  • •July 7, 2021

    Art Notes July 7

    LBIF Doings: The LBI Foundation of the Arts and Sciences’ Arts Festival, held both indoor and outdoors, is Saturday, July 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crafters and artisans display and sell their wares.…

  • •July 7, 2021

    Baby’s Got Style! Big Trends at The Little Outfit

    Couture isn’t reserved just for adults. Dress up little ones in the latest fashion trends from The Little Outfit Children’s Boutique, where owner Donna Takash takes pride in choosing high-quality…

  • •July 7, 2021

    Foundation Arts Festival Celebrates Full Gamut of Original Creations

    The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences in Loveladies hosts the 33rd annual Juried Foundation Arts Festival on Saturday, July 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The rain date is Sunday…

  • •July 7, 2021

    J.P. La Stella and Co.

    STYLE: Crowd-pleasing covers from every era and genre – ranging from Sinatra to Marley and Bee Gees to STP – characterized by soulful undercurrents and jazzy flourishes.

  • •July 7, 2021

    Tommy Allen Band

    STYLE: Covers of classic rock, jam, R&B and soul.

  • •July 5, 2021

    Kokedama Plant Workshop at LBT Field Station July 8

    Root, The Green Shoppe – a woman-owned, mother-daughter business in Haven Beach – is partnering with the Long Beach Township Marine Field Station at 6:30 p.m. this Thursday, July 8, for a class on…

  • •July 5, 2021

    15th Annual Barnegat Bay Day July 7 at LBI Foundation

    Visit the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences on Wednesday, July 7, for eco-educational fun at the 15th annual Barnegat Bay Day. The interactive, family-friendly occasion runs from…

  • •July 4, 2021

    Southern Ocean County Celebrates the 4th All Weekend

    Independence Day celebrations are not just for the 4th of July. Barnegat Township starts the fireworks off on Friday, July 2, at the high school football field.

  • •July 2, 2021

    Election History Program Set at Quaker Meeting House

    The Tuckerton Historical Society presents its third program of the year, “Contentious Elections in American History,” at the Little Egg Harbor Quaker meeting house on July 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. History…

  • •July 1, 2021

    Surflight Opening 2021 Mainstage Season With ‘Annie’

    Surflight Theatre is opening its 2021 mainstage season on July 3 with a family favorite, “Annie.”

  • •July 1, 2021

    Tweetspot

    @marathe (June 27) Getting ready to shred some waves … #LongBeachIsland #LBI

  • •July 1, 2021

    Solid Lineup of Summer Concerts Set for Stafford Township

    As it has been doing since the 1990s, the Stafford Township Historical Society will host its annual concert series this summer. Concerts are every Monday, starting at 7 p.m. at the pavilion in…

  • •July 1, 2021

    Local Artists Illustrate New ‘Guide to the Jersey Shore’

    Pine Shores Art Association’s Guide to the Jersey Shore is a must-have for those new to the area needing some helpful tips on where to go for entertainment, food, park land and playgrounds. The book…

  • •July 1, 2021

    No Shortage of Weekly LBI Mini Golf Summer Tourneys

    Every week for the next two months, play miniature golf. No, seriously. There’s no reason not to, because weekly tournaments at a bunch of Long Beach Island mini golf courses are a staple of the…

  • •June 30, 2021

    Surflight Concerts Recognize the Great Women of Country Music

    Rock music had several female singers of note, such as Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, Pat Benatar, Patti Smith, Joan Jett, Stevie Nicks, Suzi Quarto, Chrissie Hynde and Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart.…

  • •June 30, 2021

    Boy’s Coastal Creations Benefit ALO

    A 12-year-old boy with a hands-on hobby and a head for business has started his own jewelry line. Even more notable, he is doing it for the betterment of the ocean and marine life.

  • •June 30, 2021

    Airport Open House Engages Community, Fosters Education, Understanding

    Eagles Nest Airport in Eagleswood Township invited the public into its hangars to show off the aircraft and share a passion for flying with the community during an open house held Saturday, June 26.

  • •June 30, 2021

    LBI Vibe Challenge Invites Public to Hunt for Fun

    For families looking to get out of the house and explore the Island, the LBI Vibe Challenge, a new scavenger hunt being launched in Beach Haven, is a perfect fit.

  • •June 30, 2021

    One Bad Bounce Makes Difference in Showdown With Putting Penguin

    Pat Sheridan wanted to travel to Long Beach Island from Connecticut for the first season of “Can You Beat Biggy?” but couldn’t find a way to escape work on a weekday to come down. Last season…

  • •June 30, 2021

    Marine Science Camps Run in July and August

    The New Jersey Maritime Museum in Beach Haven will be the site of marine science camps in July and August. All classes run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • •June 30, 2021

    Craft Day By the Bay on Saturday

    There will be a wide variety of handmade items on display and for sale at Craft Day By the Bay on Saturday, July 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sunset Park in Harvey Cedars. Admission is free.

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