If you want to venture "over the bridge" -- there's a few happenings in Seaside Heights that may brighten things up a bit after such a long, tough winter.
Here's a quick look:
Ocean County St. Patrick's Day Parade, Saturday March 7, 2015, 12:00pm, On the Boulevard, Seaside Heights. This is a fun-filled Irish parade with bands, bagpipers, floats, and marchers, and a street celebration where everyone is Irish! Local bars and restaurants will be open (green beer!).
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Palm Sunday Egg Hunt - March 29, 2015, Start time 1:00 pm
Search for Easter eggs on the beach in Seaside Heights! Girls and boys up to ten years of age can participate in the Palm Sunday Egg Hunt. Follow the signs to the “Age Groups” to uncover the hidden eggs…up to 15,000 eggs! You will earn prizes, like FREE ride tickets, skeeball games and food and it’s all FREE and open to kids up to age ten. There will also be a challenger area for kids with special needs.
Age groups report to:
0-2 > Hancock Avenue
3-4 > Blaine Avenue
5-6 > Sumner Avenue
7-8 > Hamilton Avenue
9-10 > Lincoln Avenue
Special Needs – Kearney Avenue
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Annual Easter Promenade
This is the time to show off your Easter finery! Registration for the event begins at 10AM on the Boardwalk and Webster Avenue. Flowers (Carnations) will be passed out on the Boardwalk and Webster Avenue by Seaside Heights Mayor and Council (while supplies last). Prizes and Contests for the best dressed! Family entertainment will happen after the best dressed contest.
April 5, 2015, Starting time: 10:00AM
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Friday, January 23, 2015
Next Up: Valentine's Day, and the Polar Bear Plunge
This post-holiday time is tough...all of the excitement has died down, and we're left with...winter. For most of us (skiers aside), it is a long wait until spring. Fortunately, we do have a couple of interesting things coming up next month.
First of all, Valentine's day (Feb. 14th) falls on a Saturday this year, so there's lots of opportunity to do something fun with your special person. Note that if you're going to need a florist, jeweler, or a good restaurant for the occasion, Toms River Online has business directories for each. You can start on our main Business page.
Once the glow of Valentine's Day fades, we have the Polar Bear Plunge happening on February 21st in Seaside Heights. This wild and crazy event benefits the Special Olympics. More than 5,000 typically attend, and the crowd seems to get bigger every year.
In case you are ready to jump in the water...here are some important dates for you to know: February 15th- All teams must be registered by midnight. February 20th- Online Registration Closes. All team members must be registered with their team by midnight. Team members will not be able to register with their team the day of the event. February 21st- On-Site Registration will be $125 the day of the Plunge. Registration begins at 9am with the Plunge scheduled for 1pm.
Have a great February...spring is right around the corner (sort of)...
First of all, Valentine's day (Feb. 14th) falls on a Saturday this year, so there's lots of opportunity to do something fun with your special person. Note that if you're going to need a florist, jeweler, or a good restaurant for the occasion, Toms River Online has business directories for each. You can start on our main Business page.
Once the glow of Valentine's Day fades, we have the Polar Bear Plunge happening on February 21st in Seaside Heights. This wild and crazy event benefits the Special Olympics. More than 5,000 typically attend, and the crowd seems to get bigger every year.
In case you are ready to jump in the water...here are some important dates for you to know: February 15th- All teams must be registered by midnight. February 20th- Online Registration Closes. All team members must be registered with their team by midnight. Team members will not be able to register with their team the day of the event. February 21st- On-Site Registration will be $125 the day of the Plunge. Registration begins at 9am with the Plunge scheduled for 1pm.
Have a great February...spring is right around the corner (sort of)...
Thursday, December 4, 2014
First Night Ocean County-- A Nice Way to End the Year
Start a new Family tradition -- spend New Years's Eve day attending the FIRST NIGHT OCEAN COUNTY celebration. It takes place along the Boardwalk in Seaside Heights.
Here are the details of the event: First Night Ocean County in Seaside Heights - Tuesday, December 31, 2014. The event is sponsored by the Lakewood BlueClaws.
You will enjoy an alcohol-free, Family-oriented New Year's Eve Day celebration. Bracelets are on sale for $5.00 at the County Connection in the Ocean County Mall, and also in each participating Seaside Heights arcade beginning on Black Friday (day after Thanksgiving). Enjoy a day filled with entertainment. Starting at 12 noon until 5 PM, with a Fireworks Display happening at 5 PM.
Schedule of Entertainment:
Casino Arcade – Grant Ave. & Boardwalk
Balloonist – 12 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Crafts – 12 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Face Painter – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Give & Take Jugglers – 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Jenkinson’s Aquarium Show – 2:15 p.m. & 3:45 p.m.
Coin Castle Arcade – Sumner Ave. & Boardwalk
Face Painter – 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Balloonist – 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Caricature Portraits – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Lucky Leo’s Arcade – Hamilton Ave. & Boardwalk
Caricature Portraits – 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Face Painter – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Balloonist – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Shake Shoppe Arcade – Hancock Ave. & Boardwalk
Balloonist – 12 noon to 4:00 p.m
Caricature Portraits – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Magic – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
See the FIREWORKS DISPLAY!!! Beginning at 5:00 p.m. on the Boardwalk (conditions permitting) For information call 732-830-3700.
Here are the details of the event: First Night Ocean County in Seaside Heights - Tuesday, December 31, 2014. The event is sponsored by the Lakewood BlueClaws.
You will enjoy an alcohol-free, Family-oriented New Year's Eve Day celebration. Bracelets are on sale for $5.00 at the County Connection in the Ocean County Mall, and also in each participating Seaside Heights arcade beginning on Black Friday (day after Thanksgiving). Enjoy a day filled with entertainment. Starting at 12 noon until 5 PM, with a Fireworks Display happening at 5 PM.
Schedule of Entertainment:
Casino Arcade – Grant Ave. & Boardwalk
Balloonist – 12 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Crafts – 12 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Face Painter – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Give & Take Jugglers – 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Jenkinson’s Aquarium Show – 2:15 p.m. & 3:45 p.m.
Coin Castle Arcade – Sumner Ave. & Boardwalk
Face Painter – 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Balloonist – 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Caricature Portraits – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Lucky Leo’s Arcade – Hamilton Ave. & Boardwalk
Caricature Portraits – 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Face Painter – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Balloonist – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Shake Shoppe Arcade – Hancock Ave. & Boardwalk
Balloonist – 12 noon to 4:00 p.m
Caricature Portraits – 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Magic – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
See the FIREWORKS DISPLAY!!! Beginning at 5:00 p.m. on the Boardwalk (conditions permitting) For information call 732-830-3700.
Friday, November 7, 2014
Attend the Veterans Day Parade - Nov. 11th
Please come to the Veterans Day Parade in Downtown Toms River -- Tuesday, November 11th, at 9:30am. Service men and women from every generation have fought for us -- the least we can do is show up to honor their service.
Here is the announcement from the Township about the Parade:
“A Salute and Thank You” Ocean County Veterans Day Parade to be held in Toms River (Toms River) All military veterans, their family members and the community are cordially invited to attend the Ocean County Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 in downtown Toms River. The annual parade, sponsored by the Toms River Veterans Commission, will highlight veterans of all branches of the service and feature military vehicles, civic groups, local high school bands and a showcase of vintage cars. Chariot Riders of Manchester will once again be providing a horse with riding boots backwards to symbolize our fallen heroes.
The Toms River Veteran’s Commission recently held an essay contest for the Toms River Intermediate and High Schools. The essay question asked students “Why I appreciate America’s veterans?” The winners were chosen and read their essays aloud at the Council meeting on Oct. 28th. Distinguished Vietnam War veteran George Convery, who was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal and received a Presidential Unit Citation for his actions in Vietnam, will serve as the Parade Grand Marshal. Convery is a graduate of Toms River High School and joined the United States Navy in 1966. He was deployed to Vietnam for 10 months serving as a machinist mate on the USS America CVA-66. He was then assigned to temporary duty with the 1st Marine Division as support personnel on a patrol boat performing search and rescue missions.
Mayor Thomas F. Kelaher is reminding everyone in Ocean County to bring family and friends out to the Veteran’s Day parade and ceremony. “Ever since I have been the Mayor, Veteran’s Day becomes more significant because so many of our residents have served, or are still serving in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and other terrorist sites throughout the world. Because of that, I urge as many people as possible to attend the parade and support our Veterans.”
The Ocean County Veteran’s Day Parade begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Toms River Shopping Center on Rt. 37, proceeding south on Main Street (Route 166) and then east onto Washington Street.
After the parade, there will be a ceremony held outside Toms River’s Town Hall at 33 Washington Street. A commemorative salute will begin at the 11th hour, at the 11th minute on the 11th day of November, which signifies the end of World War I, originally known as Armistice Day. The post-parade ceremony will feature speakers and honored guests, including a placing of the wreath on the Veteran’s monument. Following the ceremony, the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library invites all parade attendees to join them for a day of celebration and thanks to Veterans of all ages. The 11 a.m. event will feature notable local Veterans, Township Historian J. Mark Mutter, entertainment and refreshments. The event is free and open to the public.
Here is the announcement from the Township about the Parade:
“A Salute and Thank You” Ocean County Veterans Day Parade to be held in Toms River (Toms River) All military veterans, their family members and the community are cordially invited to attend the Ocean County Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 in downtown Toms River. The annual parade, sponsored by the Toms River Veterans Commission, will highlight veterans of all branches of the service and feature military vehicles, civic groups, local high school bands and a showcase of vintage cars. Chariot Riders of Manchester will once again be providing a horse with riding boots backwards to symbolize our fallen heroes.
The Toms River Veteran’s Commission recently held an essay contest for the Toms River Intermediate and High Schools. The essay question asked students “Why I appreciate America’s veterans?” The winners were chosen and read their essays aloud at the Council meeting on Oct. 28th. Distinguished Vietnam War veteran George Convery, who was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal and received a Presidential Unit Citation for his actions in Vietnam, will serve as the Parade Grand Marshal. Convery is a graduate of Toms River High School and joined the United States Navy in 1966. He was deployed to Vietnam for 10 months serving as a machinist mate on the USS America CVA-66. He was then assigned to temporary duty with the 1st Marine Division as support personnel on a patrol boat performing search and rescue missions.
Mayor Thomas F. Kelaher is reminding everyone in Ocean County to bring family and friends out to the Veteran’s Day parade and ceremony. “Ever since I have been the Mayor, Veteran’s Day becomes more significant because so many of our residents have served, or are still serving in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and other terrorist sites throughout the world. Because of that, I urge as many people as possible to attend the parade and support our Veterans.”
The Ocean County Veteran’s Day Parade begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Toms River Shopping Center on Rt. 37, proceeding south on Main Street (Route 166) and then east onto Washington Street.
After the parade, there will be a ceremony held outside Toms River’s Town Hall at 33 Washington Street. A commemorative salute will begin at the 11th hour, at the 11th minute on the 11th day of November, which signifies the end of World War I, originally known as Armistice Day. The post-parade ceremony will feature speakers and honored guests, including a placing of the wreath on the Veteran’s monument. Following the ceremony, the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library invites all parade attendees to join them for a day of celebration and thanks to Veterans of all ages. The 11 a.m. event will feature notable local Veterans, Township Historian J. Mark Mutter, entertainment and refreshments. The event is free and open to the public.
Friday, October 24, 2014
Halloween Parade on Saturday BEFORE Halloween
Things do change, but I'm still having a hard time getting used to the idea that Toms River Fire Company No.1's annual Halloween Parade will not take place on Halloween night, but rather the Saturday before Halloween -- October 25th. Ironically, every Halloween I used to complain that I'd rather be home, watching the kids trick or treat, or getting ready to go to a Halloween party. I used to mumble "why can't somebody fix this? Move the parade to another night..."
Well, you have to be careful what you wish for. Now, I worried that the parade doesn't have the same buzz or energy that it had when it was on the "real" Halloween night. I'll still go, but it is going to take a little more effort to get excited about it. I guess people that live in town will still put their chairs out on the street many hours before the parade (a time-honored tradition). And I'm sure the many groups and organizations that march in the parade will still look great...still, right now I feel like something is missing. I guess I'm a traditionalist after all.
If you want more information about the parade, visit Toms River Online's Halloween parade page.
I miss the Township's "Founder's Day" ...too.
Well, you have to be careful what you wish for. Now, I worried that the parade doesn't have the same buzz or energy that it had when it was on the "real" Halloween night. I'll still go, but it is going to take a little more effort to get excited about it. I guess people that live in town will still put their chairs out on the street many hours before the parade (a time-honored tradition). And I'm sure the many groups and organizations that march in the parade will still look great...still, right now I feel like something is missing. I guess I'm a traditionalist after all.
If you want more information about the parade, visit Toms River Online's Halloween parade page.
I miss the Township's "Founder's Day" ...too.
Monday, August 18, 2014
Try Something Different - Check Out Local Art Events
The other day I (Riverguy) ran into my old friend Boomer, and I asked him how things are going, and what he's been up to lately.
He said, "River, I've been watchin' a lot of movies, doing some walks on the boardwalk, and keepin' up with family stuff on Facebook. But...to tell you the truth, I'm a little bored. Wish there was something different see and do."
I told him "Well, there are some art events coming up locally. Believe it or not, there's quite a few professional artists in town, and they're going to be showing their work at a few places coming up over the next few weeks. What don't you check out some of those events?"
"River...seriously, me? I don't know much of anything about art. Besides, I'll bet it will all just be boat pictures...seen lots of that stuff around here already."
"Boom, you'd be surprised...these local artists do all kinds of work -- all different subjects and styles of work. Paintings, photos, hand-made stuff, glass works...it really IS interesting. I'm telling you that you won't be bored. You want something new to do -- try it! Plus, you'll help out the town by support the local art community."
"Wait a minute -- what does lookin' at art work have to do with supporting the town?"
"Boomer -- here's what happens....once you get some active art groups in town, the next thing you know you get some coffee houses, then galleries, which then brings antique shops. Once you've got places with people coming into town, then more restaurants come in to feed those people. Then maybe a brew pub opens up. Guess what? Now you've got LOTS of stuff to do."
"Ok...well, maybe. So...what are these shows coming up?"
I then proceeded to tell him about the following:
ART IN THE PARK -- an outdoor art show in Huddy Park, Saturday August 23rd, from 11am to 5pm. They'll be live music there, too.
OLDE TIME ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES FAIRE, Saturday, August 30th, 10am to 4pm. Art, antiques, music. Rain or Shine.
HARVEST ARTS FESTIVAL -- Street festival on Washington Street, Downtown Toms River -- Saturday October 18th, 11:30am to 5pm. Art, music, beer garden, scarecrow contest, games, and much more.
So...Riverguy and Boomer are going to these events...how about you?
He said, "River, I've been watchin' a lot of movies, doing some walks on the boardwalk, and keepin' up with family stuff on Facebook. But...to tell you the truth, I'm a little bored. Wish there was something different see and do."
I told him "Well, there are some art events coming up locally. Believe it or not, there's quite a few professional artists in town, and they're going to be showing their work at a few places coming up over the next few weeks. What don't you check out some of those events?"
"River...seriously, me? I don't know much of anything about art. Besides, I'll bet it will all just be boat pictures...seen lots of that stuff around here already."
"Boom, you'd be surprised...these local artists do all kinds of work -- all different subjects and styles of work. Paintings, photos, hand-made stuff, glass works...it really IS interesting. I'm telling you that you won't be bored. You want something new to do -- try it! Plus, you'll help out the town by support the local art community."
"Wait a minute -- what does lookin' at art work have to do with supporting the town?"
"Boomer -- here's what happens....once you get some active art groups in town, the next thing you know you get some coffee houses, then galleries, which then brings antique shops. Once you've got places with people coming into town, then more restaurants come in to feed those people. Then maybe a brew pub opens up. Guess what? Now you've got LOTS of stuff to do."
"Ok...well, maybe. So...what are these shows coming up?"
I then proceeded to tell him about the following:
ART IN THE PARK -- an outdoor art show in Huddy Park, Saturday August 23rd, from 11am to 5pm. They'll be live music there, too.
OLDE TIME ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES FAIRE, Saturday, August 30th, 10am to 4pm. Art, antiques, music. Rain or Shine.
HARVEST ARTS FESTIVAL -- Street festival on Washington Street, Downtown Toms River -- Saturday October 18th, 11:30am to 5pm. Art, music, beer garden, scarecrow contest, games, and much more.
So...Riverguy and Boomer are going to these events...how about you?
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Farmers Market - Better Health is Calling
With so much emphasis these days on health care and health insurance, you might be wondering where to start to deal with it all. Here is an easy way to benefit yourself - stay healthy so your health care needs are minimal. And one of the best ways to boost your health is to each more FRESH produce and other foods. Your mother always told you to eat more vegetables. Guess what? She was right.
Right here in Toms River we have a place where you can stock-up on foods that are good for you. Simply get over to the Downtown Toms River Farmers Market. It takes place every Wednesday, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Located at the southeast corner of Irons & W. Water Street (across from the Post Office), the Market has been open this year from May 21st, and will continue through the summer and fall - until November 24, 2014.
Everything is JERSEY FRESH from local vendors. Select from fresh produce, fruits and vegetables, organic, gluten-free, plants, herbs, fresh baked goods, honey, chowders, raviolis, crab cakes, cheeses, pickles, Polish food delights, nuts and candy...and more!
The FIRST Wednesday of the month brings has an event that makes the Market even more fun.... you can enter a free raffle to win a basket of Jersey Fresh produce featuring the "Fruit and Vegetable of the Month."
Here are featured items for the upcoming months:
•July – Blueberries & Sweet Corn
•Aug. – Peaches & Tomatoes
•Sept. – Plums & Eggplants
•Oct. – Apples & Pumpkins
If you've driven by the Market in May and early June and didn't see very many stands, don't let it stop you from visiting now. The harvest is really just starting to come in, and each week you'll see more stands and more goods available.
So...better health is calling...are you going to "answer?"
For more information on the Farmers Market, call Downtown Toms River at 732-341-8738.
Right here in Toms River we have a place where you can stock-up on foods that are good for you. Simply get over to the Downtown Toms River Farmers Market. It takes place every Wednesday, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Located at the southeast corner of Irons & W. Water Street (across from the Post Office), the Market has been open this year from May 21st, and will continue through the summer and fall - until November 24, 2014.
Everything is JERSEY FRESH from local vendors. Select from fresh produce, fruits and vegetables, organic, gluten-free, plants, herbs, fresh baked goods, honey, chowders, raviolis, crab cakes, cheeses, pickles, Polish food delights, nuts and candy...and more!
The FIRST Wednesday of the month brings has an event that makes the Market even more fun.... you can enter a free raffle to win a basket of Jersey Fresh produce featuring the "Fruit and Vegetable of the Month."
Here are featured items for the upcoming months:
•July – Blueberries & Sweet Corn
•Aug. – Peaches & Tomatoes
•Sept. – Plums & Eggplants
•Oct. – Apples & Pumpkins
If you've driven by the Market in May and early June and didn't see very many stands, don't let it stop you from visiting now. The harvest is really just starting to come in, and each week you'll see more stands and more goods available.
So...better health is calling...are you going to "answer?"
For more information on the Farmers Market, call Downtown Toms River at 732-341-8738.
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