Ocean County Saturday 6/12-Sunday 6/13

Saturday June 12th

Bugfest 2010 at Insectropolis
1761 Route 9, Toms River, NJ 08755
(732) 349-7090
10am-3pm
What a great way to start the summer! We host a fundraiser for Central Ocean Rotary’s scholarship fund. Our bugseum has added fun with cockroach races, face painting, scavenger hunts, prizes, and more. Special guests include the Mosquito Commission, Master Gardeners, and Cattus Island Park. All proceeds from admission will benefit Rotary’s Scholarship Fund
http://www.insectropolis.com/

Build a Picture Frams at Lowes
Brick, Toms River and Manchester
Father's Day is right around the corner! Bring your child to Lowe's and they can build this Picture Frame. It's the perfect gift for Dad! The first 50 kids to register and be present at the store at 10am will receive a kit, apron, and goggles. https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/Home.aspx

Greek Festival at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 2200 Church Road, Toms River
11am – 11:59 pm.
Greek Festival (Free Admission! ) New Jersey’s Greek Festival at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church 2200 Church Road, Toms River, NJ 08753 Come hungry and ready for fun as the best of Greek Foods and Pastries are served just the way you like: sit-down air-conditioned dining in our “Athenian Atrium”, or fast food outside with the DJ and dancing. All meals are available as eat-in or take-out. Greek Music fills the air as expert and novice Greek dancers co-mingle on the dance floor under the “Big Top” tent sharing

Geocache in Tuckerton
Interpretative Center Pavilion, Tuckerton
June is "Great Outdoors Month;" members of the South Jersey Geocachers will introduce you to the this exciting new twist in treasure hunting and then help you find hidden "caches" throughout the forest with a hand-held global positioning system unit (GPS); this adventure game is a fun way to mix technology and the outdoors; bring the family, bring your own GPS or borrow one from the Park; call to register. 609-296-1114
http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/getoutdoorsnj/


The 40th New Jersey Irish Festival

Lakewood BlueClaws Stadium
FirstEnergy Park, Cedar Bridge & New Hampshire Aves. Lakewood
The 40th New Jersey Irish Festival returns this year on June 12th. A full day celebration of Irish culture and heritage, the Irish Festival features live music, a pipe-band competition, vendors, Catholic mass, and more. For more information, please visit FAAN at http://www.foodallergy.org/, http://www.faankids.org/, and http://www.faanteen.org/

LBIFest
Bayview Park & Long Beach Township Complex, 6805 Long Beach Blvd.
11 am - 6 pm.
Free family fun in support of Re-Clam the Bay, local food, merchants, beer, music, local art, fun and games.
Information: 609-494-3555 or http://www.lbifest.com/

Flea Market in Normandy Beach
Our Lady of Peace Church, 209 7th Ave 9 am - 3 pm
Held by The Knights of Columbus Council 8415. Information: 732-267-5446 or www.kofc8415.org/

Farmers Market at the Seaport
Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
Jersey Fresh produce. Runs Saturdays June - September. Information: 609-296-8868 or http://www.tuckertonseaport.org/

Sunday June 13th

Jersey Shore Fine Arts Festival
Ethel Jacobson Field, Barnegat Ave. & 5th St.
10 am - 5 pm.
Browse hundreds of nationally acclaimed artists in this open market. Free parking, pet friendly. Information: 609-494-7211 or http://www.jerseyshoreartfestival.com/

Greek Festival at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 2200 Church Road, Toms River
11am – 11:59 pm.
Greek Festival (Free Admission! ) New Jersey’s Greek Festival at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church 2200 Church Road, Toms River, NJ 08753 Come hungry and ready for fun as the best of Greek Foods and Pastries are served just the way you like: sit-down air-conditioned dining in our “Athenian Atrium”, or fast food outside with the DJ and dancing. All meals are available as eat-in or take-out. Greek Music fills the air as expert and novice Greek dancers co-mingle on the dance floor under the “Big Top” tent sharing

Pickin' On The Porch
Tuckerton Seaport, 120 W. Main St., Rt. 9.
Noon - 4 pm.
Come to pick, sing, listen, swap songs, tell stories, share a pot of beans and homemade bread. Acoustic instruments only please. Bluegrass, country, old time music. Hosted by Linda & Bill Salmons. $ Information: 609-296-8868 or http://www.tuckertonseaport.org/

Seashells by the Seashore in LBI
Holgate bulkhead art the southern end of Long Beach Boulevard
10am-11am
Participates meet at the Holgate bulkhead art the southern end of Long Beach Boulevard on Long Beach Island to investigate and identify the magnificent shells lining the beach; part of the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge schedule of events for June's "Great Outdoor Month."

Shorebird Spectacle in Long Beach Township
Long Beach Boulevard
1pm-2pm
Participants meet at the bulkhead in Holgate at the end of Long Beach Boulevard on Long Beach Island to explore the shorebirds; binoculars and identification guides are available for all participants to borrow; part of the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge schedule of outdoor events for June.

"Rods and Rails” Car Show & Book Signing,
Tuckerton Junction Railroad Co. 213C East Main.
10 am - 3 pm.
Authors Daniel & Marilyn Melega will be there with “Tuckerton, New Jersey and Surrounding Areas,” a picture book and price guide of postcards and other local items from Tuckerton's past as well as area 'folk tales.' Information: 609-812-0300

Sidewalk Sale Days, Borough of Ship Bottom, LBI
Merchant sidewalk sales. Information: 609-494-2171 or http://www.shipbottom.org/

Ongoing Activities

Jersey Shore Pirates
Riverfront Marina 281 Princeton Avenue Brick
Come sail with Jersey Shore Pirates as we bring the most unique form of family entertainment to the NJ Shore area. Bring your young pirates aboard the Sea Gypsy for a swashbuckling Pirate Adventure on the Metedeconk River. Your mini mates will have the opportunity to dress-up like pirates, get face painted with pirate ?tattoos?, and learn some pirate lingo before setting sail on an hour and fifteen minute long action packed adventure.. ‎For ticket prices, and reservations call 732-899-6100 or http://www.jerseyshorepirates.com/index.php

Insectropolis
1761 Route 9, Toms River, NJ 08755
(732) 349-7090
Insectropolis is a fun and unique insect learning center that dazzles visitors of all ages. There is plenty to see and do here! Set within the architecture of a bug-themed city, our creative displays entertain guests as they learn about these fascinating creatures.
View thousands of beautiful and bizarre exotic insects from all over the world. Play bug games on our touch-screen computers. Pretend you are a termite as you crawl through our mudtube. Watch ants forage for food and build tunnels in our live ant nest. Safely get up close to our observation hive and see our busy bees. Or spy on our many other live insects. Of course, your visit is not complete unless you touch a bug! Touch a live tarantula, scorpion, millipede, and a hissing cockroach before you leave. Whether you are a bug enthusiast or just a curious visitor, Insectropolis has over a dozen exhibit areas that are sure to educate and entertain.
http://www.insectropolis.com/


Blackbeard's Cave
136 Route 9 Bayville, NJ
(732) 286-4414
Whether you are 1 or 101, our goal is to put a smile on your face and keep you young at heart. We do this with activities that are both fun and challenging, like a 20 hole par 59 Miniature Golf Course. Zip around our Formula 1 Go-Kart track with it's bridges and tunnels. Dodge around the explosions and through the caves at the Bumper Boats. If baseball is your game then step up to the plate at our Batting Cages. Now your off to the Driving Range and one of the 40 tees.

We also offer to bring you back to the days of Robin Hood at the Archery Range. The fun continues with other activities like the battle of Water Wars, the Jousting and Gangster Alley. Then visit the Arcade where there are tons of games to enjoy! http://www.blackbeardscave.com/

Music Man Ice Cream Shop
Opens for the season Friday May 28th
2305 Grand Central Ave, Lavallette (Route 35 north).
Shows start at 6 pm.
A Broadway cabaret comes with the sundae. Patrons of The Music Man Ice Cream Shoppe are treated to an "Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shoppe" with a twist. Performing waiters and waitresses may ask guests, "What would you do for your ice cream sundae?" It's a scream when someone has to shake for his or her shake. A vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating; sung by performers who maneuver around the entire shop, singing directly to individual guests and incorporating them into the show. "It's a family entertainment experience that appeals to all ages," Sessa-Agliata says.
Information: 732-854-2779 - http://www.njmusicman.com/

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Water Park
Rte. 537, Jackson
Abbreviated schedule until June 19. Open May 29 - 31, June 5, 6, 12, 13, and June 19 - Sept 6. Open at 10:30 am, closing varies from 5 pm - 7 pm depending on day and season. Information: 732-928-1821 or www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure

Long Beach Island Historical Museum
Engleside & Beach Aves, Long Beach Island
Open Starting May 24th Saturday & Sunday 10 - 4 pm. June 23 - September 7 open Daily 10 - 4 pm and Wednesday evening 7 - 9 pm. September 8 - October 5 open Saturday & Sunday 10 - 4 pm. Donation of $3.00 Information: 609-492-0700 or http://www.lbimuseum.org/

Fantasy Island Amusement Park
320 West Seventh, Beach Haven
Fantasy Island Amusement Park has been created with a Victorian air that is timeless in its appeal. Z-Brick walkways, oak benches, ornate lamp posts, and Tiffany glass chandeliers and panels all come together in a clean, safe family facility that will delight young and old!
Opens at 6 pm. Open weekends May 22 - June 13 including Memorial Day.
Open for the season June 18.
Information: 609-492-4000 or http://www.fantasyislandpark.com/


Bird Feeding Station in Toms River
Saturday and Sunday 10:30am – 11:00am
Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River, NJ
The different seasons attracts a variety of hungry migrant and resident birds to the feeding station at the Cooper Environmental Center. The naturalist staff at Cattus Island County Park will decipher the mystery of identifying our local avifauna. Feel free to ask questions regarding the best way to set up your own feeding station at home. Binoculars are a plus but are not required to enjoy and learn all about our feathered friends.
No registration is required. 1-877-OC PARKS


Scales and Tales
Saturdays and Sundays 11:00am – 11:30am
Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River
Did you know that there are 21 species of snakes in New Jersey? From 11:00 - 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays during June, you will have an opportunity to join a naturalist for a LIVE animal presentation. Learn some fascinating facts about these mysterious and misunderstood creatures. 1-877-OC PARKS


Turtle Feeding in Toms River
Saturday and Sunday 1:30pm – 2:00pm
Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River
How long can a turtle live? How big is a turtle’s territory? Naturalists and youth volunteers have the answers to these and many other questions. Join them at the Cooper Environmental Center on Saturdays and Sundays in June from 1:30-2:00 pm, as they feed and otherwise care for some of our native turtles.. No registration is required. Fee:FREE. Age: ALL
1-877-OC PARKS


Nature Walk in Toms River
Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River, NJ
Saturday and Sundays 2:00pm
An hour long nature walk is offered at Cattus Island Park every weekend at 2:00 pm. Topics change weekly.

June 12 & 13 Salt Marsh Ecology
June 19 & 20 In Search of Herps
June 26 & 27 The Maritime Forest
Fee:FREE Age:ALL
Information: 732-270-6960


***** as always if you know of an event we don’t have listed here for Ocean County, please e-mail me at mailto:kristen@shoremamas.comand I will be happy to update the post with your information.**********