The Rat Pack Revue, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 & 8:00 pm. They were the hippest cats of all time...Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin, Joey Bishop & Peter Lawford, better known as The Rat Pack! They ruled Las Vegas and Hollywood during the 1960's. The Rat Pack Revue serves up their great music and good looks once again like a fine martini. Mix in their funny banter and great chemistry, shake in the aisles to some of your favorite songs, and stir in the Dry Martini Orchestra, and you have the total entertainment package! $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Toms River Kiwanis Daybreak's 21st Annual River To Bay 5K, Start/Finish: Island Heights Boro Hall, Vansant Ave & E End Ave. Check-In begins at 7:30 a.m. A fast, flat (one hill) course circumnavigating beautiful, historic, Victorian Island Heights which borders the Toms River and Barnegat Bay. 1 Mile Fun Run 8:15 am, 1 Mile Health Walk 8:20 am, 5K (3.1 Mile) Run 9:00 am, 5K Health Walk 9:05 am, Awards & Raffle 10:00 am. Sells out at 750. All profits from your entry fee "donation" extend our community outreach. Information: 732-286-3112 or tomsriverkiwanis.org/events/river-bay-5k.html- ISLAND HEIGHTS
Open, Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Drive-Thru Safari, Rte. 537. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure- JACKSON
37th Annual Fishing Contest, Lake Shenandoah County Park, Rt. 88. 8 am - 2 pm. Fish any of Ocean County’s Freshwater Lakes and Rivers, backyard Bass casting, Fish I.D. Education. Bring your own T-Shirt or canvas bag to print Fish printing on. Rain or shine. $ Information: 732-506-9090 or www.oceancountyparks.org- LAKEWOOD
The Wizard of Oz, Strand Center for the Arts, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. Family musical. Presented by Phoenix Productions. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org- LAKEWOOD
Chorale Concert, Casino, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm. $ Informaton: 732-987-2624 or www.georgian.edu- LAKEWOOD
Laurita Winery’s American Idol Contest, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 7 pm. Tryout or watch the auditions and see who wins the next Laurita’s American Idol. Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com- NEW EGYPT
Modifieds, Crate-1, Late Models, TSRS Sprints, NEETS Big Car Enduro & Rookies, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net- NEW EGYPT
Migratory Bird Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 1 - 4 pm. Discover the many perils that face birds during their travels. All ages. Included with admission. Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
"The Envelope Please"-Unveiling of the 2012 Festival Films, Bayberry Inn, 131 Long Beach Blvd. 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Industry speakers, movie trivia, dinner, wine, prizes and souvenir. $ Information: 609-709-1525 or www.lighthousefilmfestival.org- SHIP BOTTOM
Master Gardeners of Ocean County Plant Sale - Grow Well in 2012, parking lot, 1623 Whitesville Rd. 9 am - 2 pm, unless plants sell-out earlier. A varieties of annuals, perennials, tomatoes, vegetables, herbs, vines, shrubs, hanging baskets, berries, containers, and much more! Bring a garden cart or wagon to transport your purchased plants to your car. Rain or Shine. Information: 732-349-1245 or www.address.com- TOMS RIVER
Deborah's 9th Annual Health Fair, Ocean County Mall, 1201 Hooper Ave. Mall Hours Information: 732-244-8200 - TOMS RIVER
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Kaluoka'hina: The Enchanted Reef 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm, Touching the Edge of the Universe 2:30 pm, Exploring the Spring Sky 7:00 pm & Dawn of the Space Age 8:15 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm- TOMS RIVER
Hand Stitching Class: Prom Night, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 12 pm. Wreck the Dress Share and Sew. Pre-registration is required by May 1. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org- TUCKERTON
Decorative Painting Class: Paint Your ‘What’s-it’, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 12 pm. Pre-registration required by April 28. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org- TUCKERTON
May 6
The Rat Pack Revue, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. They were the hippest cats of all time...Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin, Joey Bishop & Peter Lawford, better known as The Rat Pack! They ruled Las Vegas and Hollywood during the 1960's. The Rat Pack Revue serves up their great music and good looks once again like a fine martini. Mix in their funny banter and great chemistry, shake in the aisles to some of your favorite songs, and stir in the Dry Martini Orchestra, and you have the total entertainment package! $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Open, Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Drive-Thru Safari, Rte. 537. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure- JACKSON
The Wizard of Oz, Strand Center for the Arts, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. Family musical. Presented by Phoenix Productions. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org- LAKEWOOD
4x4 Truck Mud Hop, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net- NEW EGYPT
Car Cruise/ Raffle Sales, Downtown Point Pleasant Beach, Arnold Ave. Noon - 4 pm. Antique cars, collectible cars, hot rod trucks, and motorcycles, live music. Rain date May 13. Information: 732-797-1456 or www.vintageautomuseum.org- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm & Dawn of the Space Age 2:30 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm- TOMS RIVER
Pickin' on the Porch, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Noon - 5 pm. Pick, sing, listen, swap Bluegrass, country, old time songs. Tell stories, share a pot of beans and homemade bread. Hosted by Linda and Bill Salmons. First Sunday of the Month. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
Town Wide Yardsale. 9 am - 3 pm. Maps will be available Saturday after 7:30 am. Sponsored by Barnegat Chamber of Commerce. Go to internet sites for locations for maps. Information: 609-698-1618 or www.barnegatchamber.com- BARNEGAT
One (wo)Man Art Show - Cathleen Englesen, North End Trilogy, 4th & Broadway. 11 am - 4 pm. Demonstrating artist's watercolor of a favorite Barnegat Light scene - The Inlet Deli. Exhibiting favorite LBI originals and limited edition scenes, featuring Barnegat Lighthouse paintings. Rain Date, May 5th, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Information: 609-494-5079 or www.cathleenengelsen.com- BARNEGAT LIGHT
The Rat Pack Revue, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 & 8:00 pm. They were the hippest cats of all time...Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin, Joey Bishop & Peter Lawford, better known as The Rat Pack! They ruled Las Vegas and Hollywood during the 1960's. The Rat Pack Revue serves up their great music and good looks once again like a fine martini. Mix in their funny banter and great chemistry, shake in the aisles to some of your favorite songs, and stir in the Dry Martini Orchestra, and you have the total entertainment package! $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Open, Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Drive-Thru Safari, Rte. 537. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure- JACKSON
Bike Blessing, Harley Davidson of Ocean County, 300 Route 70. Noon. Held in conjunction with blood drive. Call for appointment. Information: 732-367-7000 or www.hdoceancounty.com- LAKEWOOD
Minor League BASEBALL: Greenville Drive (Boston Red Sox) vs. Lakewood BlueClaws (Philadelphia Phillies), FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 4:05 pm. Brick Township Day & Atlantic County Day. Single-A baseball. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com- LAKEWOOD
Funny Ladies Revisted, Strand Center for the Arts, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Marilyn Michaels with Marion Grodin, a night of laughter, music and a few impressions $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org- LAKEWOOD
World War II Exercise Tiger, Coast Guard Station, Bayview Ave. 2 pm. Premiere showinhg of the documentary filmed on LBI in January, part of a welcoming home for the troops and an annual wreath ceremony. Information: 800-292-6372 or www.uscg.mil/d5/STABARNEGAT/m- BARNEGAT LIGHT
Modified Twin 20s, Sportsman, Outlaw Stocks & Rookies, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net- NEW EGYPT
2nd Annual Jersey Shore Comedy Festival, Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club, 518 Arnold Ave. A variety includes a children's G-rated ventriloquist show, a daytime Senior's Lunch & Comedy, young new comedian contests, and a show for people who like to "push the envelope,". all hosted by "Jersey's Bad Boy" Mike Marino. Sponsored by Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club. Information: 732-899-3900 or www.jerseyshorecomedyfestival.com- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Victorian Extravaganza - Flower, Fashion, Music & Art, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 10 am - 4 pm. Demos by Skips Florist, Master Gardeners, Ocean County Parks, Scum Soap Co. Designs by leading local florist shops. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org- TOMS RIVER
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Kaluoka'hina: The Enchanted Reef 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm, Touching the Edge of the Universe 2:30 pm, Laser Show - TBD 7:00 pm, Laser Show - TBD 8:15 pm & Laser Show - TBD 9:30 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm- TOMS RIVER
Zumbathon, John Bennett Indoor Athletic Complex (The Bubble), 1519 Hooper Ave. 11 am - 2 pm. Charity event in recognition of Autism Awareness Month. Register on line or at the event. Information: www.trschools.com- TOMS RIVER
April 29
The Rat Pack Revue, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach Aves. 2:00 pm. They were the hippest cats of all time...Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin, Joey Bishop & Peter Lawford, better known as The Rat Pack! They ruled Las Vegas and Hollywood during the 1960's. The Rat Pack Revue serves up their great music and good looks once again like a fine martini. Mix in their funny banter and great chemistry, shake in the aisles to some of your favorite songs, and stir in the Dry Martini Orchestra, and you have the total entertainment package! $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
40th Anniversary Brunch, St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. 11 am - 1:30 pm. Featuring picture presentation: Then and Now. Glimpse how the Center has evolved from 1972 to today’s diverse programs and activities. Cost includes catered brunch by Sweet Jenny’s of Barnegat / Touch of Elegance Catering, Information: 609-494-8861 or www.stfranciscenterlbi.org/- BRANT BEACH, LONG BEACH ISLAND
Open, Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Drive-Thru Safari, Rte. 537. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure- JACKSON
Class Heroes, Northern Star Arena, Six Flags Great Adventure, Rte. 537. 4 pm. Included with theme park admission or season pass. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure- JACKSON
Minor League BASEBALL: Greenville Drive (Boston Red Sox) vs. Lakewood BlueClaws (Philadelphia Phillies), FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 1:05 pm. Kids Character Sunday, Appearance by Nick Jr's "Wubbzy", Kids Eat Free, EMS Day, Southern Ocean County Day. Single-A baseball. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com- LAKEWOOD
Backstage Pass Concert Series: Jim McCarty with special guest John Hawkin, Strand Center for the Arts, 400 Clifton Ave. 7 pm. An intimate performance where the audience sits on the stage with the performers. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org- LAKEWOOD
Student & Faculty Recital, PMDMU Chapel, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 7:30 pm. Free. Informaton: 732-987-2624 or www.georgian.edu- LAKEWOOD
Drummers Circle, Dover-Brick First Aide Building, Rt. 35 south & 2nd Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm. Hand drummers, percussionists and didgeridoo players ages 18 and older welcome. Runs 2nd & 4th Sundays September - June. All the donation $ goes back to the Dover-Brick First Aid Squad in appreciation for the use of the room. Information: sundaydrumcircle@hotmail.com - NORMANDY BEACH, TOMS RIVER
Behind the Scenes Tour, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9:30 - 11:00 am. Discover what goes on behind the scenes at the aquarium while you tour the building from top to bottom. Sneakers are required. Ages 5 and up only. Pre-registration is required. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
2nd Annual Jersey Shore Comedy Festival, Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club, 518 Arnold Ave. A variety includes a children's G-rated ventriloquist show, a daytime Senior's Lunch & Comedy, young new comedian contests, and a show for people who like to "push the envelope,". all hosted by "Jersey's Bad Boy" Mike Marino. Sponsored by Uncle Vinnie's Comedy Club. Information: 732-899-3900 or www.jerseyshorecomedyfestival.com- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm & Dawn of the Space Age 2:30 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm - TOMS RIVER
Half Price Pre-Season Token Sale, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 7th Street & Long Beach Blvd. Available in the Arcade March 31 - April 1 & April 6 - 15. Tokens Good every season. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
OPEN FOR THE SEASON, Havens Homestead and Lizzie Herbert House, 521 Herbertsville Rd. 10 am to 2 pm Exhibit featuring collection of games, old and new. Runs from April 14 - May 20. Information: 732-785-2500 or www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com- BRICK
Open Daily for Spring Break, Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Drive - Thru Safari, Rte. 537. Great Adventure open 10:30 am - 8 pm, Safari open 9 am - 4 pm. $ Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure- JACKSON
Minor League BASEBALL: Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals) vs. Lakewood BlueClaws (Philadelphia Phillies), FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 4:05 pm. Buster's Birthday/Knit Winter Hats Single-A baseball. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com- LAKEWOOD
Science Saturday Lecture Series: The New Southern Ocean Health Medical Center - What All the Changes Mean for Each of Us, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 11 am. Joe Hummel, VP of Strategic Planning, will present information about the expansion program at Southern Ocean Health Medical Center, its affiliation with Meridian Health and the plans for the new emergency department facility. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org- LOVELADIES
Concert: The Great Nostalgic Rock & Roll Show, Stafford Township Art Center, 1000 McKinley Ave. 7 pm. $ Information: 609-489-8600 or www.staffordschools.org- MANAHAWKIN
Country Night, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 7 pm. Learn dance lessons with Instructor Debbie followed by dance and music request from behind the music desk your Host and MC DJ, country style menu available. $ Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com- NEW EGYPT
Modifieds, Sportsman, Outlaw Stocks, NEETS Small Car Enduro & Rookies, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net- NEW EGYPT
Penguin Pointers, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 9 - 10:30 am. Get up close and personal with their famous feathered friends while learning all about these flightless birds. Pre-registration is required. ages 5 and up. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Beachplum Quilters of the Jersey Shore 2012 Quilting from the Heart Show & Sale, Toms River Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington St. 10 am - 5 pm. Country store, mini quilt sale, auction baskets, 50/50, door prizes, vendors, demonstrations. Also, cafeteria, free parking, & handicap accessible. Appraisals by appt. by an American Quilt Society certified appraiser, Karen Dever. $ Information: www.beachplumquilters.org- TOMS RIVER
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Kaluoka'hina: The Enchanted Reef, 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm, Touching the Edge of the Universe 2:30 pm, Exploring the Spring Sky 7:00 pm & Dawn of the Space Age 8:15 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm- TOMS RIVER
Old Ringers, TRACO Theater, 16 Washington St. 8 pm. In this semi sequel to ‘Men Are Dogs,’ four senior women try to fight the shrinking economy and their shrinking pocketbooks by opening up a home phone sex service after receiving an unsolicited obscene phone call! This is an adult bawdy comedy. Live entertainment consisting of small plays, readings and acoustic music. $ Information: 732-228-7273 or www.tracotheater.com- TOMS RIVER
Ocean County College Theatre Company Presents: "Good", Arts & Community Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 8 pm. How one "good" man was drawn into the Nazi turmoil of WWII. A dramatic play by C. P. Taylor. Directed by Arthur Waldman. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu- TOMS RIVER
Weed Basket Class, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 2 pm. Pre-registration is required by April 7. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org- TUCKERTON
Stump Jumper Hare Scramble at Sahara Sands, Route 9. Gates open at 7:00 am. MCI - Motor Cycle Competition Inc. coordinates the scramble with prizes for all categories and ages. Eagleswood Recreation Commission provides Food Vendors and facilities. Fee for all visitors and participants. Information: 609-296-5467 ext. 15 - WEST CREEK
April 15
Half Price Pre-Season Token Sale, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 7th Street & Long Beach Blvd. Available in the Arcade March 31 - April 1 & April 6 - 15. Tokens Good every season. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Fun Day Sunday Open House, Brick Rainbow Kids, 1823 Route 88. Noon - 2 pm. Free activities feature Robert Francis, the Dork of Deception and include Snazzy Jazzy Faces. Face painting, a magic show, Rolling Video Games of N.J., Pony & Pals, a petting zoo, House of Bounce, and pirates from Pirate Adventures Jersey Shore, cake decorating, the Ocean County YMCA, and Theresa Artigas Photography. Information: 732-202-1635 - BRICK
Open Daily for Spring Break, Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Drive - Thru Safari, Rte. 537. Great Adventure open 10:30 am - 8 pm, Safari open 9 am - 4 pm. $ Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure- JACKSON
2012 Barnabas Health/BlueClaws 5K Race and Fun Run, FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 10 am with the one-mile Fun Run and continues at 10:30 with the 5K Race both of which end right on the field, and a full Health Fair before that day's BlueClaws game. All runners in both races will receive a ticket to that afternoon's BlueClaws game. Information: 732-901-7000 extension 193 or www.blueclaws.com- LAKEWOOD
Minor League BASEBALL: Hagerstown Suns (Washington Nationals) vs. Lakewood BlueClaws (Philadelphia Phillies), FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. 1:05 pm. Kids Character Sunday, Kids Eat Free Giveaway-Schedule Cups Single-A baseball. Information: 732-901-7000 or www.blueclaws.com- LAKEWOOD
17th Annual Taste of Southern Ocean County - Boardwalk Dynasty, Sea Oaks Country Club, 99 Golf View Drive. 5:30 pm. A culinary tribute to 1920’s Atlantic City. Hunger Relief dinner and silent auction. Presented by the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce & the Southern Ocean County Community Foundation. $ Information: 609-494-7211 or www.visitlbiregion.com- LITTLE EGG HARBOR
Drummers Circle, Dover-Brick First Aide Building, Rt. 35 south & 2nd Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm. Hand drummers, percussionists and didgeridoo players ages 18 and older welcome. Runs 2nd & 4th Sundays September - June. All the donation $ goes back to the Dover-Brick First Aid Squad in appreciation for the use of the room. Information: sundaydrumcircle@hotmail.com - NORMANDY BEACH, TOMS RIVER
Beachplum Quilters of the Jersey Shore 2012 Quilting from the Heart Show & Sale, Toms River Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington St. 11 am - 4 pm. Country store, mini quilt sale, auction baskets, 50/50, door prizes, vendors, demonstrations. Also, cafeteria, free parking, & handicap accessible. Appraisals by appt. by an American Quilt Society certified appraiser, Karen Dever. $ Information: www.beachplumquilters.org- TOMS RIVER
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm & Dawn of the Space Age 2:30 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm- TOMS RIVER
Ocean County College Theatre Company Presents: "Good", Arts & Community Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 2 pm. How one "good" man was drawn into the Nazi turmoil of WWII. A dramatic play by C. P. Taylor. Directed by Arthur Waldman. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu- TOMS RIVER
The Traveling Literary Theatre Co.Presents: 100 Years - Titanic, Arts & Community Center Theatre, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Luncheon at 11:30 am, Show starts at 2 pm. Costumed production that will commemorate this maritime tragedy with amazing heartfelt accounts from those who survived the disaster and boarded the CARPATHIA on the morning of April 15, 2012, accompanied by Dan Levinson and his first-class musicians who will recreate the music heard on the fateful voyage of Titanic. Optional Luncheon before the performance by Chef Mike. $ Parking is available in Parking Lot #2. Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu- TOMS RIVER
Old Ringers, TRACO Theater, 16 Washington St. 3 pm. In this semi sequel to ‘Men Are Dogs,’ four senior women try to fight the shrinking economy and their shrinking pocketbooks by opening up a home phone sex service after receiving an unsolicited obscene phone call! This is an adult bawdy comedy. Live entertainment consisting of small plays, readings and acoustic music. $ Information: 732-228-7273 or www.tracotheater.com- TOMS RIVER
Red Breasted Merganser Decoy Carving Class, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 4 pm. Pre-registration is required by April 7. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org- TUCKERTON
Stump Jumper Hare Scramble at Sahara Sands, Route 9. Gates open at 7:00 am. MCI - Motor Cycle Competition Inc. coordinates the scramble with prizes for all categories and ages. Eagleswood Recreation Commission provides Food Vendors and facilities. Fee for all visitors and participants. Information: 609-296-5467 ext. 15 - WEST CREEK
Half Price Pre-Season Token Sale, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 7th Street & Long Beach Blvd. Available online March 31 - April 8, available in the Arcade March 31 - April 1 & April 6 - 15. Tokens Good every season. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Melba Moore-Still Standing, The Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. VIP event 6 pm, Show at 7 pm. Tribute to Women's History Month. Joined with Melba Moore there will be singing by the NAACP-Omega 13 mass choir and all women's band. Joined by recorded artist Nancy Scharff, and introduction by Dr. La Francis Rodgers-Rose, founder of the International Black Women's Congress. Hosted by Author and radio show host Debra Ann Brown-Davis. There will be numerous special guests, appearances and recognition of various Women’s' Organizations. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org- LAKEWOOD
April Fool’s Beach Party, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. 1 pm, 3 pm, & 5 pm. An old-fashioned ice cream shoppe with a vaudeville style nightly broadway cabaret. A unique family entertainment experience where performers maneuver around the entire shop, singing directly to individual guests, and incorporating them into the show. When you order an ice cream sundae, the show is FREE. Information: 732-854-2779 or www.themusicman.com- LAVALLETTE
Science Saturdays: Beneath the Garden State, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10:00 am - 11:30 am. This program is free and open to everyone, will include light refreshments before each program and includes a question and answer session with the speaker following the main presentation. Runs from January 21 - April 7. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org- LOVELADIES
Girlfriends Weekend Getaway, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - Closing. Enjoy Laurita’s award-winning wines in a beautiful vineyard setting with live music entertainment. Stop by the Marketplace for lunch and/or dinner. Shop the many vendors showcasing items such as jewelry, handbags, makeup, massages, and spray tans and check out the tarot card reader. Make it a true girl’s weekend and stay the night at the beautiful and charming Inn at Laurita Winery. Free Admission. Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com- NEW EGYPT
Practice All Divisions, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. Schedule subject to change. Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net- NEW EGYPT
New Jersey Lighthouse Members Display, Long Beach Island Grade School, 201 W. 20th St. 10:30 am - hospitality; 11 am NJL Society meeting. Members' lighthouse artwork contest on display. Public invited. Information: www.njlhs.org- SHIP BOTTOM
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Kaluoka'hina, The Enchanted Reef 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm, Touching the Edge of the Universe 2:30 pm, Exploring the Spring Sky 7:00 pm & Dawn of the Space Age 8:15 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm- TOMS RIVER
Arthur Miller’s "All My Sons", Arts & Community Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 8 pm. Inspired by a true story, "All My Sons" is a drama about Joe Keller and a family torn apart. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu- TOMS RIVER
Pincushion Basket Class, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 3 pm. Pre-registration is required by March 24. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
April 1
Half Price Pre-Season Token Sale, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, 7th Street & Long Beach Blvd. Available online March 31 - April 8, available in the Arcade March 31 - April 1 & April 6 - 15. Tokens Good every season. Information: 609-492-4000 or www.fantasyislandpark.com- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Girlfriends Weekend Getaway, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - Closing. Enjoy Laurita’s award-winning wines in a beautiful vineyard setting with live music entertainment. Stop by the Marketplace for lunch and/or dinner. Shop the many vendors showcasing items such as jewelry, handbags, makeup, massages, and spray tans and check out the tarot card reader. Make it a true girl’s weekend and stay the night at the beautiful and charming Inn at Laurita Winery. Free Admission. Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com- NEW EGYPT
Easter Egg Hunt, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, Boardwalk & Parkway, on the beach. 1 pm. 0-4 years/in front of Jenkinson's Aquarium; 5-6 & 7-8/in Front of Frank’s Fun Center; 9-10 Years/in Front of Amusement Park. Children only. No shovels or digging utensils, limit 3 eggs per child. Prize-filled eggs include iPods, electronics, stuffed animals and Game Boys. Information: 732-892-0600 or www.jenkinsons.com- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Palm Sunday Egg Hunt, beach front. 1 pm. Ages 0-2 Hancock Ave., Ages 3-4 Blaine Ave., Ages 5-6 Sumner Ave., Ages 7-8 Hamilton Ave., Ages 9-10 Lincoln Ave., Challenger Group at Kearney Ave. 15,000 pastel eggs filled with prizes from Boardwalk merchants. Information: 800-732-7467 or www.exit82.com- SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm & Dawn of the Space Age 2:30 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm- TOMS RIVER
Pickin' on the Porch, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. Noon - 5 pm. Pick, sing, listen, swap Bluegrass, country, old time songs. Tell stories, share a pot of beans and homemade bread. Hosted by Linda and Bill Salmons. First Sunday of the Month. Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org - TUCKERTON
History of Lacey Township , Captain’s Inn, 304 East Lacey Rd. 6 pm - 9 pm. Join for a recap Lacey Township’s rich history through a historical slide presentation, share memories, and reflect on our town’s growth. Cost includes dinner. Reservations required. Information: 609-693-2140 - FORKED RIVER
Garden State Philharmonic - Amadeus! Strand Center for the Arts, 400 Clifton Ave. 8:00 pm. Mozart: The Requiem (Amadeus, Eyes Wide Shut, The Big Lebowski) $ Information: 732-255-0460 or www.gardenstatephilharmonic.org- LAKEWOOD
Science Saturdays: Magnificent Monarchs, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. This program is free and open to everyone, will include light refreshments before each program and includes a question and answer session with the speaker following the main presentation. Runs from January 21 - April 7. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org- LOVELADIES
Lighthouse Film Society Movie, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 7 pm - 9 pm. Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story. Explore the connection between Jewish Americans and baseball, a story of immigration, assimilation, bigotry, heroism and the passing of traditions and shattering of stereotypes. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org- LOVELADIES
Race of Champions Tour - RoC Modified Cabin Fever 60 & 40-Lap RoC Sportsman, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 4 pm. Schedule subject to change. $ Information: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net- NEW EGYPT
Beers on the Boards, Martell’s Tiki Bar, 308 Boardwalk. Two tasting sessions: 12:30 pm - 4 pm; 6 pm - 9:30 pm. 20+ micro breweries. $ Information: 732-899-2424 or www.BeersontheBoards.com- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Seal-abration!, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 2 -3:30 pm. It is birthday time for the harbor seals-Luseal, Coral, and Seaquin. Help celebrate with crafts and cake while you watch the seals get a special birthday snack. Pre-registration is required. Ages 5 and up. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Pajama Night: Story Telling Under the Stars, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 6:00 pm. Storybooks come to life with this cozy, family-friendly event. Giant-sized pictures float among the stars to accompany the tales. Children will enjoy the stories and learn a bit about the stars and other objects visible in the night time sky. Feel free to wear comfy pajamas, bring a pillow or blanket and spend a fun and relaxing hour under the planetarium stars. Recommended for any child that still enjoys bedtime stories. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm- TOMS RIVER
Arthur Miller’s "All My Sons", Arts & Community Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 8 pm. Inspired by a true story, "All My Sons" is a drama about Joe Keller and a family torn apart. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu- TOMS RIVER
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. Kaluoka'hina: The Enchanted Reef 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm, Touching the Edge of the Universe 2:30 pm, Pajama Night 6:00 pm; Pajama Night 7:00 pm & Dawn of the Space Age 8:15 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm- TOMS RIVER
"Overeasy" Pysanky Eggs, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 2 pm - 5 pm. Pre-registration required by March 17. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org- TUCKERTON
Build a Better Backyard: By Building a Bird House, Jacques Cousteau Coastal Education Center, 130 Great Bay Blvd. 10 am - Noon. Come discover how you can make a difference in your own backyard. Learn ways to help protect our feathered friends. Then we’ll make a treat for the birds and build a bird house you can take home. Don’t forget your hammer! Space is limited! Information and registration: 609-812-0649 ext. 206 or www.jcnerr.org- TUCKERTON
Annual All About Water Fowling & Family Fun Day, The Lighthouse Center, 7th & Navajo. 10 am - 4 pm. Activities include birding walks and hikes, watching retriever dog demonstrations, learning how to protect the Barnegat Bay, duck calling and the art of camouflage, watching decoy carvers, and learning about shorebirds and bird adaptations, refreshments available. Free. Information: 609-698-8003 or www.experiencebarnegatbay.org- WARETOWN
Irish & Country & Bluegrass Music Show, Albert Music Hall, 131 Wells Mills Rd., Rt. 532. Doors Open at 6:30 pm & music begins at 7:30 pm. Irish Greeter with Lucky "Gold" Coins for all, "Ballyhaunis" - Step Dancers Jim Murphy's Irish Set, Sky Road Celtic Set, and much more! $ Information: 609-971-1593 or www.alberthall.org- WARETOWN
March 25
Jazz Band Concert, Ruggiero Room, Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave. 11:00 am. Free. Informaton: 732-987-2624 or www.georgian.edu- LAKEWOOD
Aesop's Fables, Strand Center for the Arts, 400 Clifton Ave. 2:00 pm. The Lion and the Mouse, The Fox and the Grapes, The Tortoise and the Hare… Come see the folks from Aesop's famous fables, as only nationally acclaimed puppeteer Jim West and his partner can bring them to life. Enjoy this unbelievable feat of large-scale puppeteering - including the music of Scarlatti, Beethoven, and Chopin. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org- LAKEWOOD
Arthur Miller’s "All My Sons", Arts & Community Center, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 2 pm. Inspired by a true story, "All My Sons" is a drama about Joe Keller and a family torn apart. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu- TOMS RIVER
Spring Schedule, The Robert J Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure 11:30 am, Exploring the Spring Sky 1:00 pm & Dawn of the Space Age 2:30 pm. Use parking lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0342 or www.ocean.edu/planet.htm - TOMS RIVER
This Month in Real Estate is a monthly video news series, provided by Keller Williams Realty, that offers an inside look at the national real estate market. Each edition provides a snapshot of the numbers and trends that drive the real estate market, as well as expert opinion and analysis. For information on your local real estate conditions, in your neighborhood, please contact Karl Hess or go to www.homevaluesinoceancountynj.com.
As of today, there are 4089 single family homes for sale in Ocean County. The median list price for those homes is $324,900. The average days on market is 151 days.
There were 849 new listings for homes in Ocean County for the month of February with a median asking price of $325,000. 199 homes sold in Ocean County in January with a median sold price of $243,000 which results in a sales price vs listing price ratio of 93%. The average days on market for sold homes is 128. In January, 240 listings expired or were withdrawn.
In comparison to February 2011: There were 848 new home listing with a median asking price of 314,500. 208 homes were sold and the median sold price was $263,500 and the average days on market for sold homes was 134 days. In February 2011, 365 listings expired or were withdrawn.
Bottom line for home sales in Ocean County for February 2011 in comparison to February 2012:
New listings remained about equal
Average listing price dropped by $11,500.
Average sales price dropped by almost $20,000.
Average days on market decreased by 6 days.
Many more listings over 100, expired in February 2011 than in February 2012.
Ocean County Homes Sold Terms/Market Statistics for Feb 2012:
Wings over Long Beach Island - Lecture Series, Barnegat Lighthouse State Park Visitor Center, Broadway & the Bay. 10 am & 1 pm. For birders and those want to learn about bird watching. AM session, the Southern Ocean Birding Group sets up scopes on the jetty for bird viewing after a talk by Susan Puder, President of the organization. PM session is Fred Lesser of the Ocean County Parks Department who will talk about the "Birds of Barnegat" highlighting those present at this time of the year, followed by a jetty walk to see who’s in town. Information: 609-494-2016 or www.friendsofbarnegatlighthouse.org- BARNEGAT LIGHT
Antiques Appraisal Afternoon, First United Methodist Church, 111 Ocean Ave. Noon - 4 pm .Appraisals by Perry Ford of Canvas House Antiques (& Antiques Road Show appearances) of Point Pleasant. Light lunch, home baked goodies & beverages available. $10 for 1 item $25 for 3 items. Sponsored by the Island Heights Cultural & Heritage Assoc. Information: 732-929-0444 or www.islandhts.org- ISLAND HEIGHTS
Beyond Celtic, The Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 8 pm. Michael Londra’s Beyond Celtic is the newest show from the internationally renowned Irish tenor that will sweep you away to Ireland. All Ages Show. Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org- LAKEWOOD
Science Saturdays: Birding 101, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. This program is free and open to everyone, will include light refreshments before each program and includes a question and answer session with the speaker following the main presentation. Runs from January 21 - April 7. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org- LOVELADIES
13th Annual Spring Race Car and Parts Swap Meet, New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539. 7:30 am 1:30 pm. Bring your car parts to sell or there will be vendors selling cars and parts from all types of racing, dirt and asphalt. Food available. Schedule subject to change. Free. Information: 732-681-3776 or www.newegyptspeedway.net- NEW EGYPT
28th Annual Ocean County Saint Patrick's Day Parade, Boulevard marching north from Seaside Park border to Breakwater Beach Waterpark. Noon. Approximate 2-hour line of marching bands, floats and heritage groups. Dedicated to "Honor and Remember" a national program honoring our fallen soldiers and their Gold Star families. Weather permitting many of the Boardwalk attractions are open. Information: 732-854-8000 or www.OceanCountySaintPatricksDayParade.com- SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Winter Programs, Robert J. Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. One World: One Sky Big Bird's Adventure, 11:30 am; Wonders of the Winter Sky, 1:00 pm; Bad Astronomy: Myths & Misconceptions, 2:30 pm; Bad Astronomy: Myths & Misconceptions, 7:00 pm; and Wonders of the Winter Sky, 8:15 pm. $ Information: 732-255-0343 or www.ocean.edu/campus/planetarium- TOMS RIVER
Tradition from a Woman’s Hand: Female Artists, Historic and Contemporary, Ocean County Historical Society Museum, 26 Hadley Ave. 1 pm. Women in History Month Program, Honored Female Carvers, roundtable discussion and demonstration. Free admission and refreshments. Information: 732-341-1880 or www.oceancountyhistory.org- TOMS RIVER
March 11
Drummers Circle, Dover-Brick First Aide Building, Rt. 35 south & 2nd Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm. Hand drummers, percussionists and didgeridoo players ages 18 and older welcome. Runs 2nd & 4th Sundays September - June. All the donation $ goes back to the Dover-Brick First Aid Squad in appreciation for the use of the room. Information: sundaydrumcircle@hotmail.com - NORMANDY BEACH, TOMS RIVER
Winter Programs, Robert J. Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. The Stars from my Backyard, 11:30 am; Wonders of the Winter Sky, 1:00 pm; and Bad Astronomy: Myths & Misconceptions, 2:30 pm. $ Information: 732-255-0343 or www.ocean.edu/campus/planetarium - TOMS RIVER
A Night of Illusion with the Fabulous Fakes, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 7 pm. Adult Night Out. Our Gang Players host a troupe of female impersonators. Information: 609-597-0553 or www.ourgang.org- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, The Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm & 7 pm. Performance presented by the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Performing Arts Academy. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.ocvts.org- LAKEWOOD
Science Saturdays: Rutgers University Marine Field Station, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10:00 am - 11:30 am. This program is free and open to everyone, will include light refreshments before each program and includes a question and answer session with the speaker following the main presentation. Runs from January 21 - April 7. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org- LOVELADIES
Home, Garden & Life Expo, St. Mary's, 100 Bishop Lane & McKinley Ave. 10 am - 2:30 pm. Sponsored by the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce. Information: 609-494-7211, ext. 104 - MANAHAWKIN
Dinner and Show Night at Laurita, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 7 pm. Michael Minor, singer and Ventriloquist. Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com- NEW EGYPT
International Polar Bear Day, Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk & Parkway. 10 am - 5 pm. Polar Bears International has partnered with Jenkinson’s aquarium to help you learn more about polar bears and what we can do in our everyday lives to help these disappearing bears. $ Information: 732-899-1659 or www.jenkinsons.com- POINT PLEASANT BEACH
19th Annual Polar Bear Plunge, beach & ocean, in front of Aztec Ocean Resort, 901 Boardwalk. Registration from 9 am - 12:30 pm. Plunge at 1 pm. Benefits Special Olympics. Information: 732-854-8000 or www.njpolarplunge.org- SEASIDE HEIGHTS
Winter Programs, Robert J. Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. One World: One Sky Big Bird's Adventure, 11:30 am; Wonders of the Winter Sky, 1:00 pm; Bad Astronomy: Myths & Misconceptions, 2:30 pm; Laser Retro 7:00 pm; Laser U2 8:15 pm; and Laser Show to Laser Pink Floyd: The Wall 9:30 pm. $ Information: 732-255-0343 or www.ocean.edu/campus/planetarium- TOMS RIVER
Traditional Tole Painting for Beginners, Tuckerton Seaport and Baymen's Museum, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - 1 pm. Join Folk Artist Nancee Jo Luciani and learn how to paint a traditional design on a piece of toleware (tin surface). Pre-registration is required. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org- TUCKERTON
February 26
Drummers Circle, Dover-Brick First Aide Building, Rt. 35 south & 2nd Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm. Hand drummers, percussionists and didgeridoo players ages 18 and older welcome. Runs 2nd & 4th Sundays September - June. All the donation $ goes back to the Dover-Brick First Aid Squad in appreciation for the use of the room. Information: sundaydrumcircle@hotmail.com - NORMANDY BEACH, TOMS RIVER
17th annual Fishing Flea Market & Fishing Collectible Show, G. Harold Antrim Elementary School, 401 Niblick St. 8:30 am - 2:30 pm. New & used merchandise, refreshments for sale. Sponsored by Ocean Fire Co. No. 1. Information: 732-714-8308 - POINT PLEASANT BEACH
Winter Programs, Robert J. Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. The Stars from my Backyard, 11:30 am; Wonders of the Winter Sky, 1:00 pm; and Bad Astronomy: Myths & Misconceptions, 2:30 pm. $ Information: 732-255-0343 or www.ocean.edu/campus/planetarium - TOMS RIVER
Charlotte’s Web, The Strand Theatre, 400 Clifton Ave. 2 pm. A Theatreworks' production of Charlotte's Web based on E.B. White's loving story of the friendship between a pig names Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. $ Information: 732-367-7789 or www.strand.org- LAKEWOOD
Songs from the Heart Ice Cream Musical, Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe, 2305 Grand Central Ave. (Route 35 north). 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm. When you order a sundae, the show is FREE! An old-fashioned ice cream shoppe with a twist, waiters who are your performers will sing and perform an upbeat broadway revue while you enjoy a sundae. Information: 732-854-2779 - www.njmusicman.com- LAVALLETTE
Science Saturdays: Dangers of Extinction and Loss of Diversity, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 10:00 am - 11:30 am. This program is free and open to everyone, will include light refreshments before each program and includes a question and answer session with the speaker following the main presentation. Runs from January 21 - April 7. Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org- LOVELADIES
Lighthouse International Film Society Screening - Losing Control, Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd. 7 pm. A romantic comedy for Valentine’s Weekend/Chocolate Week. $ Information: 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org- LOVELADIES
Wine & Chocolate Wine Trail Weekend, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 9 pm. Enjoy live music, indulge in your favorite win and chocolate for a Valentine celebration. Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com- NEW EGYPT
Laurita Country Line Dancing Night, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. 7:00 pm. Your host and MC will be DJ Johnny Love "behind the music desk" for the evening. Instructor Debbie will offer free dance lessons followed by your dance and music requests! Country style menu specials will be available for purchase starting at 6:00 pm. $ Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com- NEW EGYPT
Ocean County Business Chamber Expo, Ocean County Mall, 1201 Hooper Ave. Mall Hours Information: 732-349-0220 - TOMS RIVER
Winter Programs, Robert J. Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. One World: One Sky Big Bird's Adventure, 11:30 am; Wonders of the Winter Sky, 1:00 pm; Bad Astronomy: Myths & Misconceptions, 2:30 pm; Bad Astronomy: Myths & Misconceptions, 7:00 pm; and Wonders of the Winter Sky, 8:15 pm. $ Information: 732-255-0343 or www.ocean.edu/campus/planetarium- TOMS RIVER
James Alexander Trio, Arts & Community Center Theatre, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. 8 pm. "P.S. I Love You" A Valentine in Two Acts performance. Parking is available in Parking Lot #2. $ Information: 732-255-0500 or www.ocean.edu- TOMS RIVER
Hand Stitching Class: Embroidery and Embellishment, Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10 am - Noon. Pre-registration required. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or www.tuckertonseaport.org- TUCKERTON
February 12
Wine & Chocolate Wine Trail Weekend, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road. Noon - 7 pm. Enjoy live music, indulge in your favorite win and chocolate for a Valentine celebration. Information: 609-758-8000 or www.lauritawinery.com- NEW EGYPT
Drummers Circle, Dover-Brick First Aide Building, Rt. 35 south & 2nd Ave. 1 pm - 4 pm. Hand drummers, percussionists and didgeridoo players ages 18 and older welcome. Runs 2nd & 4th Sundays September - June. All the donation $ goes back to the Dover-Brick First Aid Squad in appreciation for the use of the room. Information: sundaydrumcircle@hotmail.com - NORMANDY BEACH, TOMS RIVER
Ocean County Business Chamber Expo, Ocean County Mall, 1201 Hooper Ave. Mall Hours Information: 732-349-0220 - TOMS RIVER
Winter Programs, Robert J. Novins Planetarium, Ocean County College, College Drive, off Hooper Ave. The Stars from my Backyard, 11:30 am; Wonders of the Winter Sky, 1:00 pm; and Bad Astronomy: Myths & Misconceptions, 2:30 pm. $ Information: 732-255-0343 or www.ocean.edu/campus/planetarium - TOMS RIVER
Richard Stockton College is extending into Stafford Township.
College officials confirmed Friday that they have a letter of intent and are finalizing a lease with Manahawkin Plaza Associates for classroom space at 712 East Bay Ave. in the Manahawkin section of the Stafford Township.
Plans call for a 10-year lease starting with 3,400 square feet of space with an option to add an additional 5,000 square feet.
The college has offered some individual courses in Ocean County in the past and that the site will give the college a more permanent location. Plans call for offering eight to 10 courses in each of the undergraduate disciplines, plus graduate courses in education.
A large number of Stockton students come from Ocean County and that this is an opportunity to be more convenient for them. He said some faculty also live in Ocean County and have agreed to teach at the new site.
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, located in Galloway Township, New Jersey, an hour from Philadelphia and 20 minutes from Atlantic City, is an undergraduate and graduate college of the arts, sciences and professional studies of the New Jersey system of higher education. The College was named for Richard Stockton, one of the New Jersey signers of the Declaration of Independence.
Stockton's academic programs and faculty have been recognized by such nationally recognized organizations as the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, the National Science Foundation, the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, the Pulitzer Prize committee, the United States Air Force Academy, and The New York Times.
Richard Stockton College is extending into Stafford Township.