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j e r s e y s h o r e • F A L L / H O L I D A Y 2 0 2 3 25 prevent destructive behaviors, such as substance abuse. Manahawkin Elks Lodge #2340, 520 Hilliard Boulevard, Manahawkin 1:00 PM 11-5: Holiday Gifts, Crafts, and Collectibles Faire in Toms River The Ocean County Historical Society will be hosting a Holiday Gifts, Crafts and Collectibles Faire with over fifty vendor tables, historical and cultural displays, a model train exhibit, a snack bar, baked goods for sale, $1.00 used book sale, and more! This event, sponsored in part by the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission, will feature an Ocean County History and Cultural Pavilion. Free admission. Toms River High School South, 55 Hyers Street, Toms River, (609) 339-9134 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 11-5: 14th Annual Craft and Vendor Fair in Jackson Sponsored by Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Co. #1. For more information, email sta55events@gmail.com. 113 N. New Prospect Road, Jackson 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM www.jacksonstation55.com 11-9: Ladies Night Out in Manasquan Main Street and the business district, Manasquan, (732) 223-8303 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM www.manasquanchamber.org 11-9: Tour of ShoreTown Ballpark in Lakewood Home of the Jersey Shore Blue Claws, Shore- Town Ballpark first opened its gates in 2001. This state-of-the-art facility features 6,588 reserved seats, sixteen luxury suites, two party decks, two picnic areas, and an 1,859 square-foot video scoreboard. The tour includes the BlueClaws dug- out, locker room, and the team's batting cages. The BlueClaws are a minor-league affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. Meet under the Tower by the ticket booth. Free. Sponsored by Ocean County Parks; advance registration required. ShoreTown Ballpark, New Hampshire and Cedar Bridge Avenues, Lakewood, 1-877-OC PARKS 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM www.oceancountyparks.org 11-11: 45th Annual St. Peter School Craft Festival in Point Pleasant Beach This popular, indoor craft show features a variety of artists, crafters, raffles, 50/50 prizes, music, kids' activities, Santa, and more! Over fifty unique participants with local artisan and handmade goods. Food will be available for purchase in a designated outdoor area. Lots of fun and free admission. St. Peter School, 415 Atlantic Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, (732) 892-1260 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM www.stpschool.org 11-11: Veterans Day Ceremony in Holmdel New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial, GSP Exit 116, 1 Memorial Lane, Holmdel, (732) 335-0033 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM www.njvvmf.org 11-12: OCHS Speaker Series: Trackside Along the Camden and Amboy Railroads Rail historian John Kilbride tells the story of the C&A's development, construction, oper- ation, and historic significance to our area. In-person, free, limited seating. To reserve your seat, send your name, email address, zip code, and the date of the program to oceancounty- history.programs@gmail.com. Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River, (732) 341-1880 2:00 PM www.oceancountyhistory.org/events 11-17, 12-15: Ladies Night in Lavallette Participating businesses, Lavallette, (844) Enjoy-LAVA 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM www.enjoylavallette.com 11-18 - 12-3: Holiday Market in Loveladies For three weeks, the LBIF transforms into a holiday market chock full of handmade artisan gifts by local artists. From amazing clothing and jewelry to ceramics made right here by our ceramic residents, there is something for everyone. Mon. - Fri.: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Sat. and Sun.: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM The Long Beach Island Foundation Of The Arts And Sciences, 120 Long Beach Boulevard, Loveladies, (609) 494-1241 www.lbifoundation.org 11-19: Thanksgiving Farmers' Market in Barnegat Rain or shine. Barnegat Municipal Lot by Gazebo Park, East Bay Avenue and Route 9, Barnegat, (609) 698-0080 ext. 122 or 132 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM www.barnegat.net 11-25: Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair in Toms River First 200 shoppers with purchase will receive a free shopping tote. Sponsored by The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 129. 2025 Church Road, Toms River, (732) 272-6552 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM www.alpost129.org 11-25: Miracle on Front Street in Keyport Celebrate Small Business Saturday with boat rides with Santa, ice skating in the park, music, shopping, the arrival of St. Nick, and more. Sponsored by the Keyport Bayfront Business Cooperative. Keyport Mini Park, 55 West Front Street, Keyport, (732) 344-0590 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM www.visitkeyport.org 11-25: Celebrate the Season in Beach Haven Carols, kids elves workshop, fire pit with smores, and more. Long Beach Island Historical Association Museum, Engleside and Beach Avenues, Beach Haven, (609) 709-1425 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM www.lbihistoricalmuseum.org Events at Tuckerton Seaport TUCKERTON SEAPORT 120 West Main Street (Route 9) Tuckerton, (609) 296-8868 www.tuckertonseaport.org Please refer to the listing on page 38. Pickin' On The Porch First Sunday of every month, come to pick, sing, listen, swap songs, tell stories, and share a pot of beans and homemade bread. Bluegrass, country, old time music. Acoustic instruments only please. Hosted by Linda and Bill Salmons. $5. includes admission to all Seaport exhibits. Free for Seaport members. Noon - 5:00 PM First Sunday of each month: 10-1, 11-5, 12-3, 1-7 Classes at Tuckerton Seaport Pre-registration required. Fee key: (m) - members; (nm) - nonmembers. 10-26: Halloween Themed Beeswax Candle with 'Modern Day Pines' Lauren and Rob. Fee: $35. (m); $40. (nm). 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 11-12: Two Woven Ears of Corn with Mary May. Fee: $72. (m); $79. (nm). 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 10-20 - 10-31: Legends and Lore Boat Tour Join the Seaport Crew for this Legends and Lore Boat Tour of Tuckerton Creek. This fifty minute, fully narrated journey will introduce guests to the local legends from the Jersey Devil to the shark who inspired Jaws! Enjoy photo ops on land as you walk the Seaport's boardwalk. Ages 2 and up. Life jackets required for guests ages 2-12 (available on the boat). Advance online ticket purchase required. No refunds. Check-in at the Lighthouse Dock fifteen minutes prior to departure. Fridays 10-20 and 10-27, Monday 10-30, Tuesday 10-31: 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM Saturdays and Sundays: 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM 11-13: Sunset Sail Fee: $25. (m); $20. (nm). 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 11-24 - 12-13: Holiday Boat Tours Enjoy this narrated tour down the Tuckerton Creek. Listen to guides talk about holiday traditions both past and present and maybe even see some Christmas lights out on the bay. Bring your hot cocoa and blankets since it might get chilly out on the water! Advance tick- et purchase required. Check website for schedule. 11-25, 12-2, 12-9, 12-16: Santa Saturdays Come and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and take your photo with them. A member of the Seaport crew will be available to cap- ture the memory for you with your camera or phone, allowing your entire family to be in the photos. Advance ticket purchase required, which provides admission to the Seaport for the day. Fee: $25 per family. 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM continued on page 26

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