Jersey Shore Magazine

j e r s e y s h o r e • S p r i n g 2 0 1 6 23 Streets, Toms River, (732) 341-8738 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM www.downtowntomsriver.com 5-21: Spring Lake Irish Festival Irish music, dancing, food, and other activi- ties downtown, Sponsored by the Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce, (732) 449-0577. 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM www.springlake.org 5-21: Endangered Species Day At Jenkinson's Aquarium In Point Pleasant Beach Learn how you can help protect endangered species around the world and in your own backyard. Included with general admission: activities, games, and chats that explore what animals reside in New Jersey. All ages. Jenkinson's Aquarium, Boardwalk and Parkway, Point Pleasant Beach, (732) 899-1659 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM www.jenkinsons.com 5-21: Bayshore Fishing Derby Get hooked on fishing while competing in our second annual saltwater fishing derby. Fun for the whole family, this derby is open to beginners as well as experienced anglers. Participants must supply their own fishing poles, tackle, and bait for the tournament. Pre-registration is suggested; however, walk- ins are welcome. Fee. Bayshore Waterfront Park, 719 Port Monmouth Road, Port Monmouth, (732) 787-3033 4:00 - 7:00 PM www.monmouthcountyparks.com 5-22: Ocean Fun Days At Sandy Hook Celebrate the wonders of the Jersey Shore. Enjoy hands-on marine exhibits, classes, nature tours, and children's activities all about our coastal environment. Sponsored by NJNG and the NJSGC. New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium's Headquarters, 22 Magruder Road, Fort Hancock, Gateway National Recreation Area, Sandy Hook, (732) 212-1300 ext. 19 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM www.njseagrant.org 5-22: A Taste Of Manasquan Visit twenty-five eateries and sample a variety of Manasquan's finest cuisines. Throughout Manasquan, (732) 223-8303 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM www.manasquanchamber.org 5-28: Ocean Grove Antiques Auction Auction featuring antique dolls, Lenox, base- ball collectibles, linens, and more. Youth Temple, Ocean Grove, (732) 774-1869 11:00 AM (Preview: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) www.oceangrovehistory.org 5-28: Spring Lake 5-Mile Run A USATF certified course and custom designed t-shirts for all entrants. Ocean and Sussex Avenues, Spring Lake, (732) 449-0577 Start: 8:30 AM www.springlake5.org 5-28 - 5-29: Spring Lake Race Day Sidewalk Sales Two-day sidewalk sale downtown. Spring Lake, (732) 449-0037 10:00 AM www.visitspringlake.com 5-28 - 5-30: Bradley Beach Memorial Day Weekend Festival Three day Arts & Crafts Festival with food vendors on the boardwalk. On Saturday, there will be a Memorial Day Parade on Ocean Avenue at 10:00 AM. On Monday, there will be a Memorial Day Service in Riley Park at 10:00 AM. On the Bradley Beach Boardwalk, (732) 776-2999 Festival Hours: Sat. and Sun: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM: Mon.: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM www.bradleybeachnj.gov 5-28 - 5-30: Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival In Oceanport Sample delights from the most popular food trucks. Crafts, vendors, live music. Sunday is family day with pony rides, face painting, and a bouncy house. Monmouth Park Racetrack, 175 Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM www.monmouthpark.com 5-29: Art In The Park In Long Branch A judged art show and sale. West End Park, Brighton and Ocean Avenue, Long Branch, (732) 923-2044 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM www.longbranch.org 5-29: Arts & Crafts Show at Historic Viking Village In Barnegat Light 70 vendors and local artists. Rain or shine. Free. Historic Viking Village, 1801 Bayview Avenue, Barnegat Light, (609) 361-7008 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM www.vikingvillage.homestead.com JUNE 6-2: 36th Annual Spring Lake Historical Society House Tour Visit several Spring Lake homes including the historic Normandy Inn and Holy Trinity church. Tickets on sale at Kate Co., Camel's Eye, and Art Effects, all on Third Avenue. $30. Spring Lake, (732) 449-0577 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM www.springlake.org 6-3 - 6-5: RiverFest In Red Bank New Jersey's largest food and music festival with free admission. The festival will once again showcase talented local bands perform- ing simultaneously on multiple stages capped by appearances of nationally known blues and jazz artists. Food vendors and crafters. Marine Park, Wharf Avenue, Red Bank, (732) 741-0055 6/3: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM; 6/4: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM; 6/5: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM www.emacc.org/2015-red-bank-riverfest 6-4: Ocean Grove Giant Spring Flea Market Over 385 vendors selling new, used, and antique items. This is a rain or shine event! Sponsored by the Ocean Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. Ocean Pathway, Ocean Grove, (732) 774-1391 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM www.oceangrovenj.com 6-4: Summerfest In The Park In Point Pleasant Live entertainment, craft and food vendors, live music, beer and wine, ride and bounce attractions. Rain date: 6/5. Community Park, Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant, (732) 295-8850 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM www.pointpleasantchamber.com 6-4: 3rd Annual Hop Sauce Festival In Beach Haven Hop Sauce Fest 2016 promises to deliver a stepped up array of craft beers, exciting hot sauces, amazing local fare, and a new lineup of original music. Proceeds benefit the Jetty Rock Foundation. Fee. On the Ballfield Between 9th Street and Taylor Avenue, Beach Haven 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM www.hopsaucefest.com 6-4 - 6-5: Call To Duty: Civil War Encampment At Historic Allaire Village A weekend of family fun and history. Meet with soldiers, shop at period stores, witness artillery demonstrations, hear 1860s music, and more. Admission $5. per car. Historic Allaire Village, Allaire State Park, Route 524 / 4265 Atlantic Avenue, Wall, (732) 919-3500 Sat.: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sun.: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM www.allairevillage.org 6-4 - 6-5: 5th Annual Keyport Gardenwalk Tour the beautiful public and private gardens that adorn historic Keyport. Pick up a compli- mentary guide and explore lush neighborhoods and the charming downtown waterfront at your own leisure. Enjoy live music, en plein air painters, and informative garden talks in and between landscapes. Free. Keyport Waterfront Park, American Legion Drive, Keyport 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM www.keyportgardenclub.com/keyport-garden- walk.html 6-5: 19th Annual Barnegat Bay Festival In Island Heights Ocean County's major environmental festival about the maritime heritage of Barnegat Bay with special emphasis on interactive family events. Demonstrations and exhibits by most of the area's environmental organizations. Free. Wanamaker Complex, Van Sant and East End Avenues, Island Heights, (732) 255-0472 ext. 4 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM bbp.ocean.edu continued on page 24

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