Arts & Entertainment

By Eric Englund•October 30, 2024

A ‘Comical’ Look at World War II

In the grim hours of World War II, comic books often provided welcome relief for Americans. And, subtly, comics reinforced support for the Allied struggle.

By Eric Englund•October 30, 2024

Antique Appraisals at Holy Innocents’ Church

Are you sitting on a gold mine at home? You may have a better idea if you stop by Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church in Beach Haven on Saturday, Nov. 9, for a version of the “Antiques Road Show.” The…

By Eric Englund•October 30, 2024

Program Focuses on Holiday Healthy Eating

Is there a way to indulge in end-of-year holiday foods while keeping health issues in check? This is the subject of the Friends of the Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library’s monthly program on…

By Eric Englund•October 30, 2024

Genealogist Will Help You Find Your Roots

Knowing your family’s history connects you to generations long gone and gives you a strong sense of who you are. Genealogist Debbie Hadley will present “10 Best Tips for Finding Your Ancestors” at…

By Rick Mellerup•October 30, 2024

Grunin Center Presenting a Musical, a Tough Nun, a Pulitzer Winner and a Pianist

Ocean County College’s Grunin Center for the Arts certainly will be presenting an eclectic lineup of shows in early November.

By Monique M. Demopoulos•October 30, 2024

J.P. Hand to Present Discussion on the Cape May Navy

In anticipation of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, the Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission has joined efforts with the Tuckerton Historical Society to present a…

By Rick Mellerup•October 30, 2024

Two Gut-Busting Comedies Are Set for Tuckerton and LEH This November

Playgoers in Southern Ocean County will have the opportunity to see two hilarious shows this month when the Little Egg Theatre Co. will perform “Done to Death” while the Pinelands Thespians will…

By Victoria Ford•October 30, 2024

New Book ‘Pine and Dandy’ Gets Kids Into Forest Ecosystem

Author, Little Egg Harbor resident and mother of eight Valerie Lioudis – pen name Vea Lewis – has announced the release of her newest children’s book, Pine and Dandy, which introduces kids to the New…

By Rick Mellerup•October 30, 2024

LIFS Screens Film About a Disadvantaged High School Student Overcoming Obstacles

The Lighthouse International Film Society will be screening the film “Mississippi Scholar” at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences, located at…

By Victoria Ford•October 30, 2024

Art Notes, Oct. 30

Art, History: “Vietnam and the Life of the Artist” is the title of a talk to be given by West Creek artist Tom Rutledge on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. at the Waterview Café in downtown Barnegat. The…

By Eric Englund•October 28, 2024

Entertainer Pays Tribute to Songs From the Movies

Music plays a significant part in motion pictures. Great movie songs often become touchstones of our lives. Recall some of the best with entertainer and cultural historian Phil Bruschi during “As…

By Juliet Kaszas-Hoch•October 28, 2024

Music Legend Tracy Nelson to Perform at Grunin Center Nov. 1

Acclaimed vocalist Tracy Nelson will showcase her legendary musical talent in the Gia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov.…

By Victoria Ford•October 26, 2024

Dutch Painter’s Barnegat Light Work Set for Lunar Launch

The atmospheric contemporary realism of painter Eric van der Vlugt came to Wildflowers Too! Gallery in Barnegat Light a handful of years ago by way of the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and…

By Gina G. Scala•October 24, 2024

Trunk or Treat in Ship Bottom, Surf City

For all of those thrill-seeking, spooky-season lovers, there is no sweeter treat on Long Beach Island than events sponsored by Ship Bottom and Surf City first responders on consecutive nights, making…

By Victoria Ford•October 24, 2024

Art Notes, Oct. 23

A Cut Above: Stained Glass Weekend returns to SwellColors Glass Studio next month. The biannual fall workshop is offered Nov. 9 and 10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

By Monique M. Demopoulos•October 23, 2024

Tuckerton’s Haunted With Halloween Happenings

It’s time to get spooky, and the communities of Tuckerton and Little Egg Harbor have got plenty to offer in the way of Halloween hijinks. Dress up the kids and head out for a fun few days of tricks…

By Eric Englund•October 23, 2024

Donations Sought for Stafford Library Fall Bazaar

The Friends of the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library are seeking donations for a fall bazaar on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 22 and 23, in the lower level meeting room. Friday hours are from…

By Eric Englund•October 23, 2024

Weeklong StoryWalk at Bayview Park

The Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City, in partnership with Bayview Park in Long Beach Township, will provide a weeklong Fall StoryWalk starting 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 28…

By Rick Mellerup•October 23, 2024

Furfest at Manahawkin Animal Shelter Is Purrfect Halloween Treat

The 16th edition of the Ocean County Health Department’s annual Furfest and Pet Parade will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Southern Ocean County Animal Facility, located at 360 Haywood Rd. in…

By Eric Englund•October 22, 2024

Buchholz Presents Shore History at Beach Haven Library

The Beach Haven Public Library will host Margaret Thomas Buchholz on Friday, Oct. 25 at 1 p.m. as the author and historian presents a slide show and readings from her classic books Shore Chronicles…

By Rick Mellerup•October 22, 2024

The ‘Real’ Carrie Bradshaw Performing a One-Woman Show at Stockton

The Stockton University Performing Arts Center will host a one-woman show called “Candace Bushnell: True Tales of Sex, Success, and Sex and the City” at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26.

By Rick Mellerup•October 22, 2024

‘One Night In Memphis’ Will Be a Memorable Night at the Grunin Center

The show “One Night In Memphis” will be hosted by Ocean County College’s Grunin Center for the Arts at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26. Tickets are $49 for orchestra seats and $44 for the mezzanine. They…

By Rick Mellerup•October 22, 2024

Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band at STAC on Oct. 26

The Stafford Township Arts Center will be hosting a band called Fleetwood Macked at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26.

By Eric Englund•October 21, 2024

Learn About Alternatives to Violence Project

Conflict is a normal part of life. When it leads to violence, it may destroy us, but when we handle it wisely, it can lead to positive change and growth.