Barnegat Library Meeting Room Becomes a Boutique May 19, 20

The Friendsof the Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Library hold abook and boutique sale on Friday and Saturday, May 19 and 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.June Mitchell, Friends president, said the meeting room will be filled with tables featuring jewelry, handbags, linens and various knickknacks. “The books for sale will be displayed in the hallway outside the […]

Body Retrieved From Little Egg Harbor Bay Identified as Missing Clammer

The body retrieved from Little Egg Harbor Bay on April 28 has been positively identified as Christopher Hugg, 45, of Tuckerton. The New Jersey State Police Marine Services Bureau found his body near Middle Island, the area where his empty boat was found on Jan. 13, prompting an extensive, weeks-long search by the N.J. State Police and U.S. Coast Guard, […]

Hackensack Meridian Health Invites Local Businesses to Paint the Town Pink

If your town is in the “Paint the Town Pink” initiative, it is one of 75 municipalities in New Jersey that are raising awareness about the importance of annual mammography and overall women’s wellness. Individual businesses can join in as well, invites Hackensack Meridian Health. Businesses are invited to register for a free “pink kit,” which contains educational materials, a […]

Free Ice Cream for a Cause May 21 at Harvey Cedars Ice Cream Parlour

Come to Harvey Cedars Ice Cream Parlour on Sunday, May 21, and enjoy a free soft-serve ice cream treat while in turn making a donation to fight multiple sclerosis. Owner Gary Aronson and family always turn on the ice cream equipment the week before they open to make sure it is primed for the summer season. “Then I have all […]

Tea and Sweets Served With a Victorian Flair May 20

The Barnegat Township Historical Society invites people to step back in time by attending its Victorian tea on Saturday, May 20, at the historic Cox House, at Route 9 and West Bay Ave. Seatings are available at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.The full-service teaincludes sweets, savories and desserts, all servedonantique and collectible dishware and linens. Servers will be dressed in […]

Rodeo Roundup at Tuckerton Library May 23

Yosi, the popular children’s performer who needs no other name, will be performing “Rodeo Roundup,” with cowboy songs and more, at the Tuckerton branch of the Ocean County Library on Tuesday, May 23, at 11:30 a.m. Yosi’s programs are for children of all ages – even adults can be seen tapping their toes. Yosi has20 years of experience entertaining youngsters […]

Make a Splash By Voting in Favorite N.J. Beaches Poll

Summer is right around the corner, which means it’s time to cast a vote for the best beaches in the state. Polls are open until June 9; vote online at njseagrant.org/njfavoritebeach. This year, said representatives from New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium, which organizes the poll, “Fans get to choose their favorite local ‘hotspots’ from a list of several popular beaches […]

Mobile Digital Mammography Van Stops at Southern Regional, St. Francis This Month

The Dr. Jan Astin Mobile Digital Mammography Van is visiting locations throughout New Jersey this month, with two local stops planned: at Southern Regional High School in Manahawkin on May 22, and at the St. Francis Center in Brant Beach on May 25. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. The screenings are free for uninsured women over 40 with […]

Enjoy the Music at Upcoming Southern Regional Spring Concerts

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With the school year quickly winding down, the Southern Regional School District music programs have begun preparations for next year. And for those who enjoy Southern’s annual productions, multiple spring concerts are coming up during the next week, and the proceeds from ticket sales will help support the music programs. On Friday, May 19, the Southern Regional High School band […]

Sandy Recovery Workshop Scheduled for May 24

For many people the effects of Superstorm Sandy are still very real and troublesome. On Wednesday, May 24, residents can talk about their problems relating to the storm with members of the Ocean County Long Term Recovery Group from 4 to 7 p.m. Topics covered can include but are not limited to: the RREM program, flood insurance claim reviews and […]