28th Annual Ocean County Decoy Show

7 AM - 5 PM

Admission: Admission - Adults: $8, Seniors: $6, Children 6 - 12: $3., Children 5 and under: Free

28th Annual Ocean County Decoy & Gunning Show ~ Join us for this exciting two day event celebrating the culture of the area! Demonstrations, contests, seminars, decoy auction, crafters, carvers, vendors, food, refreshments, music, entertainment, sneakbox faces, rubber duck races and lots of fun,.  Two great locations: Tip Seaman County Park and Tuckerton Seaport Museum.   Call or go to the website for additional information www.tuckertonseaport.org

Tours of Navy Lakehurst

April through October, the 2nd Saturday of the Month, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Tours of Navy Lakehurst....  Registration two weeks prior is mandatory.  The tour is unable to accommodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.  No foreign nationals are permitted on the tours.  For additional information call 732-818-7520 or go to www.nlhs.com

Tours of Navy Lakehurst

April through October, the 4th Saturday of the Month, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Tours of Navy Lakehurst....  Registration two weeks prior is mandatory.  The tour is unable to accommodate unregistered walk-ins on the day of the tour due to security regulations.  No foreign nationals are permitted on the tours.  For additional information call 732-818-7520 or go to www.nlhs.com

Hot Glass Bead Making

Every Tuesday from 9 AM -12 NOON

Admission: Cost of the class is $95

HOT GLASS BEAD MAKING - Learn how to make glass beads using a torch and gorgeous Italian Effetre glass. Warning: This is so much fun it is known to be addictive. The class is three hours and you will make 10-12 beads to take home with you. Cost is $95 by appointment.

Ship Bottom Cruise Nights 2010

1st Tuesday of every month from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Admission: Free

Beautiful cars, Local merchant shopping and dining, take a stroll along the beach.  Every First Tuesday of the Month Through September.  No Registration fee - Sponsored by Ship Bottom Merchants Assoc.  Contact instepdrive@comcast.net with questions.

Farmers Market ~ Barnegat

Every Thursday from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM, RAIN OR SHINE

Barnegat Farmers Market ~ Jersey Farmers with fresh home grown seasonal produce, fruits, herbs, flowers.  Also featured breads, cheese, pasta and fish.  Vendors:  Krowicki's Farm, Market and Greenhouse from New Egypt, NJ, High Mountain Foods from Landing, NJ, Foulks Farm from Shamong, NJ and Italian Treasures from New Hope, Pa.  This is sponsored by Barnegat Township and Barnegat Chamber of Commerce.

Bingo - St. Mary's Parish Center

Sundays and Thursdays at 7:00 PM

Bingo ~ St. Mary's Parish Center.. games begin at 7:00 pm.  Call for additional information.

Indoor Model Train Display

Wed thru Friday 11 AM to 5 PM, Sat and Sun 11 AM to 6 PM, Closed Monday and Tuesday

Admission: $5.00 (Free for ages 3 and younger)

The hand built, multi tracked model railroad display featuring LIONEL trains. Doors open at 11 am. This layout has over a dozen operating tracks with a subway system, trolley line and an incredible interactive button system where YOU operate scenes of this empire! DON'T MISS THIS INCREDIBLE TRAIN DISPLAY, a great way to spend some time with your kids and grandchildren! Call 609-812-0300 for details.

Make Your Own Pandora or Troll Like Beads

Every day, 10-4 PM Daily

Admission: Cost for the class is $50

NEW Class at SWELLCOLORS!!! PANDORA OR TROLL BEADS – Make three fashionable glass beads with our supervision similar to Pandora or Troll. Use Italian glass and your creative spirit to create gorgeous hand made beads (no silver insert sorry) in this 15-30 minute glass bead-making experience $50. This class is offered every day. Please call ahead to let us know you are coming and how many people might be in your group. Beads are ready for pick up one hour after they are made.

Happy Hour - Mosaic Mirror Making

Every Friday from 5-8 PM

Admission: Cost of the class is $95

HAPPY HOUR MOSAIC MIRROR – FRIDAYS!! 5-8 PM Make a gorgeous 20” x 20” glass mosaic mirror and take it home with you at the end of the day. We provide light refreshments and all the tools and materials you will need to make an original work of fine craft. Cost is $95. – This is a great activity for girl’s nights out! No experience necessary.

Albert Music Hall

Saturdays at 6:30 PM

Live country, bluegrass, and folk music.  Saturdays only. Doors open at 6:30 PM & music begins at 7:30 PM.  Call for additional information. 

Thomas The Tank Hour at Tuckerton Junction Railroad Co.

The first Saturday of the Month, 1:00 to 2:00 PM

Admission: $10 per child

Thomas The Tank Hour at Tuckerton Junction Railroad Co. Join us for a fun filled hour of Thomas The Tank and Friends! Crafts, Activities, A Movie, Thomas The Tank Operating Model Train and More! $10 price includes admission of child to our huge 30'x40' indoor model train display where Thomas the Tank Train set will be running! When: 1st Saturday of every month Time: 1:00 - 2:00PM Where: Tuckerton Junction Railroad Co. 213C East Main Street (Route 9) use the Lizzie Rose Driveway Tuckerton NJ 08087 609-812-0300 info@tuckertonjunction.com Price: $10.00 per child Smocks or play clothes suggested Seating is limited to 12 children. Reservations and prepayment required.

Bingo - Manahawkin Elks Lodge

Mondays and Wednesdays at 7:00 pm

Manahawkin Elks Lodge - Bingo....  doors open at 5:00 pm, games begin at 7:00 pm.  Call for additional information.

Oceanaires Barbershop Chorus ~ Informal Weekly Rehearsal

Every Tuesday, 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Admission: Annual dues - varies by age group

Informal Weekly Rehearsal ~ Oceanaires Barbershop Chorus...  This Ocean County based award-winning men's accappella chorus welcomes men of good character who can stay on pitch and like to sing.  Members are not required to read music, and need not have prior chorus experience.  All music is learned using pre-recorded instructions! CDs provided by the chorus.  Come by some Tuesday night and check us out.  Call ahead to the number listed below just to be sure the chorus will be meeting the night you intend to stop by.  732-664-2116.  Additional information can be found on the website: www.oceanaires.net

Stained Glass Making

Every Wednesday, 10 AM to 4 PM

Admission: The cost of the class is $250 and that includes all materials

STAINED GLASS - Create your very own 12” x 12” stained glass window in this one day course (10-4). You should arrive at class with a simple concept or idea of what you would like to make. You will work with glass artist Mary Tantillo and her team to create a one-of-a-kind work of art. You will learn the basics of how to make a simple stained glass window to take home with you at the end of the day. This is a great class for beginners.Pack a lunch Cost is $250 and you must pre-register.

Cruz Nite

2nd Thursday of the month, 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Cruz Nite, Main Street, New Egypt.  Held every second Thursday from now until September 9th.  For additional information call 609-758-7539.

Island Singers Community Chorus Rehearsals

Every Tuesday at 7:30 PM

Admission: Dues are $35.00 per season for members

Island Singers Community Chorus~ The southern Ocean County Community Chorus has been performing in local venues from Lakewood to Tuckerton since 1972.  The non-profit, volunteer group has developed and matured into a quality community chorus whose concerts are FREE and held in local libraries, museums, restaurants and other venues like The Surflight Theater and the Stafford Center for the Performing Arts.  The chorus also makes several annual, pro-bono appearances.  Rehearsals are held every Tuesday night beginning in January. Anyone with a pleasant voice and a desire to learn the music is welcome to join.  No auditions are necessary.  The name Island Singers was chosen because the group rehearses on Long Beach Island.  However, chorus members come from the entire southern Ocean County area. 

Ocean Bay Needle Arts

Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Admission: Yearly dues: $10.00

Ocean Bay Needle Arts~ Members meet to learn about different types of needlework.  Several projects are planned each year that members may choose to work on.  All are welcome, from beginner stitcher to the experienced stitcher.  Instructions will be given for all projects.  Guests may bring their own needlework projects to work on.  Bring something for lunch. Dessert and beverage is provided. 

World War II: A Look Back from Ocean County

Weekdays, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

World War II: A Look Back from Ocean County ~ This exhibit commemorates the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe and Victory in Japan.  This extraordinary display honors our county's involvement in World War II, both at home and abroad. Call or go to the website for additional information.  Free

Concerts on the Green 2010

7:30 PM

Admission: FREE

Concerts on the Green 2010 - In case of inclement weather the concerts will be moved to the LBI Historical Museum.  Fred Lehotay and the Ragtimers will be preforming.

Mack & Mabel

Admission: Adults - $30.00, Children (12 and under) $20.00

Mack & Mabel

Out of the silent movie era of 1920s Hollywood, Mack and Mabel tells the heart-wrenching love story of two of its greatest legends: director Mack Sennett "The King of Comedy" and creator of the Keystone Kops and his star, comedienne Mabel Normand. When "hash-slinger" Mabel turns up on Mack's film set, she catches his eye and soon captures his heart. But ambition, scandal and dalliance make for a tempestuous relationship; despite the odds, they cannot escape their love for each other. Some of Broadway's most enduring songs are featured including Look What Happened to Mabel, I Won't Send Roses, and Tap Your Troubles Away.

2:00 pm Show: September 10, 12, 15, 16, 17, 19
8:00 pm Show: September 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18

Winnie The Pooh - Children's Theatre

6:00 PM

Admission: All tickets $10.00

Children's Theatre - Winnie The Pooh- Running Thursday September 9th- Saturday September 11th each day at 6:00PM.  Contact Surflight for more information - (609) 492-9477.

Ship Bottom Borough Wide Sidewalk Sale Days

Borough Wide Sidewalk Sale Days ~ Call individual shops for exact hours.  All merchants are encouraged to participate.

11th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show

11 AM - 4 PM

Admission: Admission - Adults: $8, Seniors: $6, Children 6 - 12: $3., Children 5 and under: Free

11th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show ~ Join the Seaport and the Philadelphia Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society for two splendid days of classic wood and glass boat exhibitors, demonstrations, workshops, vendors, food, refreshments, entertainment.  Sign up for our boat building class or take a cruise up the Tuckerton "Crik."  The boat show if fun for the whole family.    Call or go to the website for additional information www.tuckertonseaport.org

Fair Art, Craft & Gift Sale

9:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m.

Admission: Free

On Saturday, September 11th, 2010 from 9:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m. The Friends of the Cox House in Barnegat, New Jersey, will host a Fine Art, Craft, & Gift Sale.  This will be in conjunction with Barnegat's popular Pirates Day Event.  Vendors will be selling quality art, craft, and gift items including - handmade baskets, painted furniture, hand-knitted & felt items, Jersey fresh jams, fair trade items, Gluten free foods, photography, oil & acrylic paints, handmade jewelry, handmade stoneware pottery, and handmade stationary.

Family Health & Safety Fair

9:00 - 11:30 AM

Family Health & Safety Fair ~ Celebrating 34 years of Good Health in the community!  Many free health screenings offered, including screenings for skin cancer, grip & body fat, blood pressure and more.  Fun for the kids!  Free continental breakfast.  Sponsored by the St. Francis Center, LBI Health Department and SOCH. 

Long Beach Island Historical Association Museum ~ Fall Weenend Hours

Every Saturday and Sunday ~ 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Admission: Donation - $3.00

Long Beach Island Historical Association Museum ~ Fall Weekend Hours
September 11th through October 3rd ~ 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Call the museum for additional information - 609-492-0700

Pirate's Day

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Pirate's Day ~ Food, vendors, entertainment or all ages, bands, trolley tours, contest, costume contest, treasure hunt, magicians, pirate re-enactors, fireworks and concert at the bay at dusk.  For vendor information call Ginny at 609-698-1618.  For general information call the Recreation Department at 609-698-0080 x 122.

Ship Bottom Irish Festival

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission: Gate Admission - $10.00 ~ Children under 12 Free.

Fifth Annual Ship Bottom Irish Festival ~ Ship Bottom Boat Ramp Parking Lot.  Go to the web page for all vendor applications and additional information.

St. Francis House Tour

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

House Tour ~ Mark your calendar for the 9th edition of this late summer favorite. Tour exquisite, newly constructed homes on Long Beach Island.  Beach Front, Bay Front and More....  Call for information about ticket prices. 

Albert Music Hall's 33rd Ocean County Bluegrass Festival

Noon thru 5:00 PM

Admission: Adults $8.00/ Children $1.00

Albert Music Hall's 33rd Ocean County Bluegrass Festival.  Line up to be announced.  For more information call 609-971-1593.

Flea Market

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Admission: Free

Flea Market sponsored by LBI Historical Association.

Rock 'n Ride Bike Tour & Party in the Park

8 AM-3 PM

Admission: Pre-registration: ADULTS-$20 KIDS-$10

The Jersey Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross invites you to take off those training wheels and “pedal on over” to the 2010 Rock ‘N Ride Bike Tour and Party in the Park on scenic Long Beach Island, Sunday, September 12, 2010 starting at 8:00 a.m. Rock ‘N Ride is our annual family-friendly bike tour in which riders cycle along at their own pace and pause to sightsee with family, friends and co-workers at our rest stops along our beautiful 10, 20(New!), and 40 mile routes. The day culminates with our “Party in the Park,” held at Sunset Park in Harvey Cedars, where everyone enjoys a barbecue, kids activities, and live entertainment from rock & roll greats, The Nerds and The Punks.

The LBI Historical Meusum Flea Market, Craft Festival & Bake Sale

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Rain or Shine)

The Long Beach Island Historical Museum Flea Market &  Craft Festival in Bicentennial Park with Bake Sale on the Museum Porch.  (Rain or Shine)  For additional information on the bake sale call 609-492-0700.  For additional information on the Flea Market call Jamie King at 609-597-3828.

Tommy Emmanuel

Admission: Tickets - $39.50

Tommy Emmanuel ~ Tommy's guitar mastery never fails to amaze.  This will sell-out.  September 12 & 13th at 8:00 PM & September 14th at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM.  Call or go to the website for additional information.

Summer Cool Off at The Shell

5:30 PM to ???

Admission: $20 per person

Evening Prayer & Pot Luck Supper ~ St. Peter's at the Light

5:30 PM

St. Peter's Parish ~ Evening Prayer and Pot Luck Supper at 5:30 pm.  Community welcome.  Call 609-494-2398 for additional information. 

"Quilts Along the Bay"

Saturday 9 - 5, Sunday 11 - 4

Admission: $5.00 Admission

12th Annual Historical Society Quilt Show ~ "Quilts Along the Bay".  Admission - $5.00.

Bluegrass by the Bay

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Admission: $40.00 per person

The Vanguard Vascular Charitable Foundation is holding their 2nd Annual "Bluegrass by the Bay" fund-raising event, which will include a Chinese Auction, Raffle, Food and Entertainment. Watch the sunset and enjoy....an old-fashioned pig roast, BBQ buffet, desserts, complimentary beer, wine and refreshments while listening to the sounds of the Home Cookin' Band, Sawdust Boys and Jim Murphy. 1/2 Hour Boat Rides will be offered for an additional $10.00 per person.

Walk Across America

Registration begins at 9:00 AM/ Walk starts at 10:00 AM

Admission: Free

The Conquer Chiari Walk Across America is a series of local awareness and fund-raising walks held across the country on the same day.  Join us on this special day and help the thousands of families struggling with this terrible disease.  All proceeds will be used to fund Chiari research.

Yoga Retreat on the Bay in LBI

9:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Admission: Call for Session Pricing

Nourish your body, free your mind & expand your soul.  AM session -9:30 am - 12:30 pm Qigong & Yoga.  Lunch is from 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Vegetarian lunch catered by Livin in the Veg.  PM session is from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Chakra Balancing Meditation with High Vibrational Oils.  To register call the Island Wellness Center at 609-492-4906.

4th Annual Long Beach Island Triathlon & Duathlon

7:20 AM

4th Annual Long Beach Island Triathlon & Duathlon ~ 1/4 mile bay swim - 10 mile bike - 5K (3.1 mile) run... USA Triathlon Sanctioned & Officiated. See website for on-line entry and all event information.

Viking Village Antique & Collectible Show

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission: Free

Viking Village Antique & Collectible Show ~ Many quality dealers, furniture, collectibles, memorabilia, Victorian, country, etc.  Refreshments available.  Open to the public at no admission cost.  Free..  Go to the website www.theseawife.com for additional information.

Business After Hours

5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Admission: Free

Directions from Parkway
Follow Rt 72 East to Route 9 North.  Make right at first traffic light (Bay Ave).  Go exactly 1.5 miles on Bay Ave.  You will see Manahawkin Urgent Care on the left.

Directions from LBI
Follow Rt 72 west across the Causeway.  Take the first turnoff at the mainland end of the casueway onto Bay Ave.  Make left on Bay ave and continue for one mile, you will see Manahawkin Urgent Care on your right.

The Melody Lingers On ~ The Songs of Irving Berlin

Admission: Adults - $30.00, Children (12 and under) $20.00

The Melody Lingers On ~ The Songs of Irving Berlin

From Tin Pan Alley to Broadway, The Melody Lingers On is a story about the American Dream. Follow Irving Berlin's life, from poverty as a Jewish immigrant on the Lower East Side of Manhattan to his world-wide fame as one of America's most prolific songwriters. A contemporary and compelling love story, such number one hits as "White Christmas," "God Bless America" and "Cheek to Cheek," are featured. Celebrate the life of the man who was the champion of our troops overseas and the writer of the most popular song of all time. Irving Berlin doesn't just have a place in American music; he IS American music.

2:00 pm Show: September 23, 26, 29, 30, October 3
8:00 pm Show: September 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, October 1, 2

28th Annual Ocean County Decoy & Gunning Show

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Rain or Shine)

Admission: Free Admission ~ Free Parking ~ Free Shuttles!

28th Annual Ocean County Decoy & Gunning Show~ The nationally-acclaimed "Ocean County Decoy & Gunning Show" highlights the working decoy and the South Jersey waterfowling heritage.  Our local talent, past, present and future, will be on display.  The show emphasizes working and antique decoys, model boats, sneakbox building and waterfowling on the Barnegat Bay.  Hundreds of exhibitors display their works or art or merchandise throughout Tip Seaman County park and the Tuckerton Seaport, while friendly competitions and contests take place on picturesque Lake Pahatcong and adjoining shoreline at "Tip" Seaman County Park.  The art contests are set at the Tuckerton Seaport Hunting Shanty while the popular "Auction of Decoys & Related Items", sponsored by the Tuckerton Seaport, takes place at the park next to the Tuckerton Seaport food tent.  Exhibitions: Decoys, Boat Builders, Wildlife Art, Antiques, Sportsmen's Supplies, more! Music: Sounds of the Pine Barrens. Food: Tastes of the Bay, plus burgers, chicken, barbecue and more! Puppies: Watch the dog and puppy retriever contest! Sponsored by the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders. 

4th Annual Classic Car/Vendor Show

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Admission: Pre-Car Registration $10.00, at gate $15.00, Free Admission

4th Annual Classic Car / Vendor Show hosted by Boy Scout Troop 23. Dash Plaque to first 100 cars registered. Trophy Ceremony at 1:00pm Concessions on grounds, Non-Food Vendors. & Music.

Bridge Walk 2010

Walks Starts at 10:00 a.m.

Admission: $5.00 to Walk / $8.00 to walk plus T-shirt

The Bridge Walk is an event by the Stafford, Southern and LBI School PTA's. We are bridging our communities and raising money to support programs for our students.100% of the proceeds benefit the student programs.

Historical Railroad Dinner Seminar

5:30 p.m.

Admission: $29.99 per person (Reservations Required)

Mark your calendars! For  September's Historical Railroad Dinner Seminar.  The featured guest speaker will be Bill McKelvey, noted railroad historian and director of the Friends of the NJ Railroad Transportation Museum.  He is the driving force behind the establishment of a full scale transportation museum in New Jersey.  Bill's on going efforts are to transform the beautifully restored Jersey Central Terminal at Liberty State Park to be the home of the Historical Railroad equipment.  You will enjoy this presentation as it goes back in time to the massive rail facility in its hayday, to its demise and now present state.

The Glass & Bottle Show

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Glass & Bottle Show - For more information please call Paul A. DelGuercio at 609-567-4972.  This event is sponsored by New Jersey Antique Bottle Club.

Ham Radio Day at the Library

12:00pm - 9:00 pm

Admission: Free

The public is invited to join the Old Barney Amateur Radio Club to make contacts around the world with the original wireless device. Come to participate and view the display and peruse the newly donated radio books including test study materials. All ages welcome, no registration necessary, and the government no longer requires Morse code to get a license.

St Francis Bazaar

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Admission: Free

Bazaar - The St. Francis Guild meets every week throughout the year to design unique handcrafted items.  These items, as well as homemade cakes, plants, and toys will be for sale.  Quilters will be available to give quilting demonstrations.  Come browse and pick up some early Christmas gifts.  Trash and Treasure table.  Quilt raffle $1 each or $5 for 6 chances.  All proceeds benefit St. Francis Community Center.  For more information call 609-494-8861.

Noises Off

Admission: Adults - $30.00, Children (12 and under) $20.00

Noises Off ~ A play within a play within a play, this self-deprecating farce is as complex as a prism, and as simple as slapstick. Follow the on- and off-stage antics of a third-rate touring company as they stumble from dress rehearsal to the disastrous last night of the comedy, Nothing On. And a lot of sardines are involved. Everything that can go wrong does, as the cast desperately tries to hang on to their lines, their performances and the furniture resulting in a terrifying yet hilarious descent into chaos.

2:00pm Show: October 7 ,10
8:00pm Show: October 6,7,8,9