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Dia de los Muertos Celebration at the Vogel Count Basie Center for the Arts
Dia de los Muertos Celebration at the Vogel Count Basie Center for the Arts
Join the Count Basie Center for the Arts and students of the Count Basie Center Academy for our annual celebration of Dia de los Muertos at The Vogel!
Free
2 events,
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Mothermotherland Created by Slovo. Theater Group
Mothermotherland Created by Slovo. Theater Group
Slovo - Theater Group is a group of Ukrainian and American actors and directors who have developed an original performance based on the work of Ukrainian author Mykola Khyvylovy.
Free
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The Clay Bird
The Clay Bird
Join us for a World Cinema Series film screening/discussion illuminating the theme “Wartime Lives"
Free
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3 events,
Jersey Shore Restaurant Week
Join us for Jersey Shore Restaurant Week November 4-13, 2022.
$30 – $40
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Free Flu Vaccine Clinic for Families
Free Flu Vaccine Clinic for Families
Join a celebration event, featuring snacks, activities, and balloon animals, while getting your and your child’s 2022 flu vaccination.
Free
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Allaire Village Auxillary Stocking Stuffer Sale
Allaire Village Auxillary Stocking Stuffer Sale
Friday and Saturday, November 4th & 5th - 10am to 3pm and Sunday, November 6th - noon - 3pm
Free – $5
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Ocean Grove’s Fall Fling Arts & Crafts Show
Ocean Grove’s Fall Fling Arts & Crafts Show
OCEAN GROVE'S FALL FLING ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW! RAIN OR SHINE
Free
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Mill Demonstrations
Mill Demonstrations
See the 19th Century gristmill in action! Free Saturdays and Sundays in November! 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm & 3:30 pm
Free
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“Local•ish”, Parlor Gallery’s Fall Group Exhibition
“Local•ish”, Parlor Gallery’s Fall Group Exhibition
Join us to celebrate the opening of our Fall Group Exhibition, “Local•ish”, a celebration of our local (and not so local) artists in Asbury Park.
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Broadway at the Barn – Patti Murin
Broadway at the Barn – Patti Murin
Come join us for an intimate Fall night of storytelling, laughter and music with Frozen's Princess Anna Patti Murin.
$49
4 events,
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Sunday Open House – The Strauss Mansion
Sunday Open House – The Strauss Mansion
Built in 1893 by wealthy New York merchant Adolph Strauss, the Strauss Mansion is a 21-room Victorian era Queen Anne-style “cottage” erected on the Atlantic Highlands hillside.
Free – $5
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Honoring Veterans & Active Duty Service Members
Honoring Veterans & Active Duty Service Members
The Eatontown Historical Committee proudly pays tribute to the men and women who have served our country or are currently doing so.
Free
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1 event,
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2022 Bell Works Fresh Wednesday Farmers & Makers Market
2022 Bell Works Fresh Wednesday Farmers & Makers Market
2022 Bell Works Fresh Wednesday Farmers & Makers Market
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Turn old jewelry and more into cash and benefit the Ocean Township Historical Museum
Turn old jewelry and more into cash and benefit the Ocean Township Historical Museum
Turn old jewelry and more into cash and benefit the Ocean Township Historical Museum
Free
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Santa! The Big, Jolly Man is coming to the Freehold Raceway Mall, Soon
Santa! The Big, Jolly Man is coming to the Freehold Raceway Mall, Soon
Either your kids scream and love him or scream and cry. It's time for Santa's return to the mall for another spectacular holiday season at the Jersey Shore.
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Veterans Day Ceremony 2022
Veterans Day Ceremony 2022
On November 11, the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation, in partnership with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, will host New Jersey’s official Veterans Day Ceremony at the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial located in Holmdel, New Jersey.
Free
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Holiday Sip and Shop
Holiday Sip and Shop
Come join us to kick off the holiday season! Enjoy our signature cocktail and hors d'oeuvres while getting a head start on your holiday shopping.
Free
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Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater Presents Dance(in)Haus
Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater Presents Dance(in)Haus
Join us for an interactive and immersive experience, where architecture meets dance!
$35
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The Fall Run Saltwater Fly-Fishing Clinic
The Fall Run Saltwater Fly-Fishing Clinic
Join a Park System Naturalist at Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park, Long Branch, to learn how to target striped bass during their fall migration.
Free
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Fall Craft Show
Fall Craft Show
Get a jump start on your holiday shopping during this craft show featuring hand-made items. Admission and parking are free.
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2022 Doll Clothes Sale: Just In Time For The Holidays
2022 Doll Clothes Sale: Just In Time For The Holidays
2022 Doll Clothes Sale: Just In Time For The Holidays Saturday, November 12, 2022, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Sunday, November 13, 2022, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Free
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Piano Ballads from the Turn of the Century
Piano Ballads from the Turn of the Century
Tap your feet, dance a one-step, or sing-along to popular turn-of-the-19th-century ballads as they are played inside the farmhouse at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. FREE!
Free
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The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County Casino Night
The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County Casino Night
The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County Casino Night
$75 – $140
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Jewish Heritage Museum Presents Casino Night
Jewish Heritage Museum Presents Casino Night
The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County presents its first fundraising event since the pandemic: Casino Night!
$75 – $140
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HASHATHON 6-mile Treacherous Trail Run
HASHATHON 6-mile Treacherous Trail Run
After the success staging of last's year's "Post-Covid" version of this storied event...the hills and trails of Cheesequake State Park are ready to challenge you once again!
$35 – $40
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Cider Making Demonstration
Cider Making Demonstration
Head to Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and help press this year’s apple harvest into cider.
Free
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Sunday Open House – The Strauss Mansion
Sunday Open House – The Strauss Mansion
Built in 1893 by wealthy New York merchant Adolph Strauss, the Strauss Mansion is a 21-room Victorian era Queen Anne-style “cottage” erected on the Atlantic Highlands hillside.
Free – $5
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Light the Night
Light the Night
Join us to celebrate Ava's 17th birthday for a simulated three course dining experience allowing you an intimate opportunity to experience the world of DeafBlindness and light up a child's life with the gift of summer camp!
$75
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Bell Works Fresh Wednesday Farmers & Makers Market
Bell Works Fresh Wednesday Farmers & Makers Market
Located at Bell Works, the weekly farmers & makers market season runs on Wednesdays from March through November and features around 50 local artists, makers, farmers and food purveyors.
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The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County presents “An Afternoon with David Levy”
The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County presents “An Afternoon with David Levy”
David Levy’s presentation will focus upon the observation, analysis, and evaluation of his art: an art that has evolved over fifty years! Seating is limited, so make reservations early for this delightful, in-person and Zoom program.
$5 – $7
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The Lions Den by SoulShine
The Lions Den by SoulShine
Body Matters: Post Traumatic Practices to Nourish Our Connection to our Body
$50
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Preserving Family Photographs: A Virtual Workshop by Gary Saretzky
Preserving Family Photographs: A Virtual Workshop by Gary Saretzky
Since the introduction of photographic portrait studios in 1840, photographs have been among the most treasured of family records.
3 events,
Magic of Lights
Magic of Lights™ is a drive-through holiday lights experience from November 18th - December 30th, 2022 at PNC Bank Arts Center - Holmdel, NJ Sunday - Thursday: 5-10pm / Friday - Saturday: 5-11pm
$20 – $80
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Gallery Opening Reception Featuring the works of Monmouth Museum Members
Gallery Opening Reception Featuring the works of Monmouth Museum Members
Join us for a reception celebrating the opening of Member’s Miniatures BIG Art in small Packages.
Free
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The Spring Lake School of Dance presents The Nutcracker and Everything Christmas 2022
The Spring Lake School of Dance presents The Nutcracker and Everything Christmas 2022
The Spring Lake School of Dance presents The Nutcracker and Everything Christmas 2022!
$25
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Monmouth Museum Holiday Train Display
This Holiday Season the Monmouth Museum Train Display will make its much-anticipated return brought to you by Hackensack Meridian Health - Jersey Shore University Medical Center! This nostalgic display features 4 Lionel Trains winding through an over 30ft exhibit of towns, mountains, cities and more! Alongside the trains, the Main Gallery hosts our 20ft Holiday […]
Free
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Granny’s Attic Craft Show
Granny’s Attic Craft Show
The 41st Annual Granny’s Attic Craft Show is sponsored by the Thompson Middle School PFA. It’s an amazing event that has become a holiday tradition in Monmouth County since 1980! Children under 3 are free
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Manasquan Turkey Run
Manasquan Turkey Run
Manasquan Turkey Run The Annual Manasquan Turkey Run replacing the old "Trot". Good times guaranteed again in Manasquan on November 19, 2022 at 11 AM. Last couple of live races were a great success and this year promises to be the best Turkey Run so far. Same route, same pubs, same Little League playing field […]
$35 – $50
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Allaire Village Holiday Craft Show
Allaire Village Holiday Craft Show
Over 145 local crafters and artisans selling the best handcrafts on the Jersey Shore! Rain date: November 20th Pilsen Gourmet Food Truck on site along with the General Store, Bakery and Village OPEN!
$5
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The Holiday Train Display Opening Weekend Celebration!
The Holiday Train Display Opening Weekend Celebration!
This Holiday Season the Monmouth Museum Train Display will make its much anticipated return brought to you by Hackensack Meridian Health - Jersey Shore University Medical Center!
$12
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Turkey Dash 5K
Turkey Dash 5K
Join in the fun on Saturday, November 19th for the 2022 Turkey Dash 5K. Online registration is now closed but you can register on Saturday for $45. All proceeds support Special Olympics New Jersey, a non-profit organization that provides free year-round sports training and athletic competition in 24 Olympic-type sports for thousands of individuals with […]
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The Kiwanis Club of Asbury Park & the Asbury Park Little League Invite Families to “Friendsgiving”
The Kiwanis Club of Asbury Park & the Asbury Park Little League Invite Families to “Friendsgiving”
Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Asbury Park, in partnership with the Asbury Park Little League, we are inviting the families of Asbury Park to our first ever Friendsgiving.
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Tree Lighting at Jersey Shore Premium Outlets
Tree Lighting at Jersey Shore Premium Outlets
Help us count down to the lighting of the tree with special visitors including Elsa, Anna and Olaf from Frozen!
Free
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Our Day of Thanks! A 19th Century Thanksgiving Celebration!
Our Day of Thanks! A 19th Century Thanksgiving Celebration!
Celebrate an early 19th Century Thanksgiving with the villagers of James P. Allaire's Howell Iron Works Company!
$5
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Sunday Open House – The Strauss Mansion
Sunday Open House – The Strauss Mansion
Built in 1893 by wealthy New York merchant Adolph Strauss, the Strauss Mansion is a 21-room Victorian era Queen Anne-style “cottage” erected on the Atlantic Highlands hillside.
Free – $5
3 events,
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Bell Works Fresh Wednesday Farmers & Makers Market
Bell Works Fresh Wednesday Farmers & Makers Market
Located at Bell Works, the weekly farmers & makers market season runs on Wednesdays from March through November and features around 50 local artists, makers, farmers and food purveyors.
3 events,
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4JG’s Christmas Trees
4JG’s Christmas Trees
4JGs has a great selection….you pick your special tree and they cut it for you. It’s fun for the whole family and it’s a great way to kick off the holiday season. Share wine and warm wishes with friends by the firepit and take home your perfect tree
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Christmas Tree Season at 4JG’s
Christmas Tree Season at 4JG’s
Let’s get ready for the Sweetest Season…Trees & Wine. The winery is closed to the public the weekends of November 12th and November 19th, and will reopen for Trees and Wine the Friday after Thanksgiving November 25th from 11am to 3pm. Trees and Wine is a family friendly time…so bring the kiddies and stroll the Christmas […]
Free
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Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar will feature a curated roster of the best local and regional artists, vendors, and shops selling the cutest and coolest vintage, handmade, art, jewelry, home goods, foodstuffs, and more. The event will feature also feature music, holiday photo stations, craft workshops, kids activities, and beautiful décor.
Free
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Kick off the holiday season for the most magical day of the year in Red Bank!
Kick off the holiday season for the most magical day of the year in Red Bank!
Enjoy free parking and start your day early by gobble, wobbly and shopping your way through town to check out all of the great shops and restaurants.
Free
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Matawan’s 5K Turkey Trot
Matawan’s 5K Turkey Trot
It's that time of year when the leaves start changing colors and that means Matawan's Annual Turkey Trot is coming!
$32.80
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Small Business Saturday in Downtown Freehold
Small Business Saturday in Downtown Freehold
Tis the Season to Celebrate with Your Community! Shop Local. Shop Small!
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2nd Annual Doggy Paddle Polar Plunge
2nd Annual Doggy Paddle Polar Plunge
Join the weekend after Thanksgiving with friends and family to plunge to raise funds to help support the thousands of animals cared for by the MCSPCA every year! The day will be filled with food, fun, music, best costume prizes, dog zone & activities for the kids!
$20 – $50
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Christmas Tree Season at 4JG’s
Christmas Tree Season at 4JG’s
Let’s get ready for the Sweetest Season…Trees & Wine. The winery is closed to the public the weekends of November 12th and November 19th, and will reopen for Trees and Wine the Friday after Thanksgiving November 25th from 11am to 3pm. Trees and Wine is a family friendly time…so bring the kiddies and stroll the Christmas […]
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Long Branch Holiday Bazaar
Long Branch Holiday Bazaar
LONG BRANCH HOLIDAY BAZAAR - The Bazaar will take place at WCP’s indoor Chapel space and outdoor tented Yard and Courtyard spaces - Every Sat & Sun, Nov 26th - Dec 11th, 2022, 12-5 pm
Free
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Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar will feature a curated roster of the best local and regional artists, vendors, and shops selling the cutest and coolest vintage, handmade, art, jewelry, home goods, foodstuffs, and more. The event will feature also feature music, holiday photo stations, craft workshops, kids activities, and beautiful décor.
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Miracle on Front Street
Miracle on Front Street
Join us downtown to celebrate Shop Small Saturday and kick off the holiday season in Keyport. Music, Shopping, Skating and FUN! First 250 shoppers receive $10 in Keyport Cash to spend that day in town. Holiday festivities include: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM Take a free train ride up and down Front Street on the […]
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Bell Works Holiday Market
Bell Works Holiday Market
Join in for a series of shopping events featuring a curated collection of 75 local handmade artists and makers coming together for a holiday celebration. Bell Works Holiday Markets 2022 Dates: November 26 - 2pm to 7pm November 30 - 11am to 4pm December 3 - 2pm to 7pm December 7 - 11am to 4pm […]
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Spring Lake’s Annual Tree Lighting
Spring Lake’s Annual Tree Lighting
Spring Lake's Annual Tree Lighting at Third & Morris Avenues. Saturday, November 26th at 6pm. Rain date Sunday, November 27th at 5pm. Featuring music and dancing and of course....A Visit from Mr. & Mrs. Claus
Free
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Navesink Challenge 12K and 5K
Navesink Challenge 12K and 5K
There will be a strict 90 MINUTE time limit on this race for the 12k. Roads will be reopened at 11:45am.
$35
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Celebrate the Arrival of Santa @ iPlay America
Celebrate the Arrival of Santa @ iPlay America
This FREE event will include tons of festive FUN, including a Santa photo-op, your chance to make holiday crafts to take home* and more. (*while supplies last)
Free
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Celebrate the Arrival of Santa
Celebrate the Arrival of Santa
JOIN US ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27, FROM 11AM-1PM FOR OUR ARRIVAL OF SANTA EVENT!
Free
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Christmas Tree Season at 4JG’s
Christmas Tree Season at 4JG’s
Let’s get ready for the Sweetest Season…Trees & Wine. The winery is closed to the public the weekends of November 12th and November 19th, and will reopen for Trees and Wine the Friday after Thanksgiving November 25th from 11am to 3pm. Trees and Wine is a family friendly time…so bring the kiddies and stroll the Christmas […]
Free
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Porta Holiday Pop-Up Markets
Porta Holiday Pop-Up Markets
Join in for a series of shopping events featuring a curated collection of 25 local handmade artists & makers coming together for a holiday celebration.
Free
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Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar will feature a curated roster of the best local and regional artists, vendors, and shops selling the cutest and coolest vintage, handmade, art, jewelry, home goods, foodstuffs, and more. The event will feature also feature music, holiday photo stations, craft workshops, kids activities, and beautiful décor.
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Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
The Holiday Bazaar will take place at the Asbury’s indoor Hall and Lounge spaces & outdoor tented & heated Terrace event space. Every Sun, Nov 27th-Dec 18th, 2022, 1-6 pm
Free
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Asbury Fresh Thanksgiving Weekend
Asbury Fresh Thanksgiving Weekend
Come and shop local at the Asbury Fresh Thanksgiving Weekend held at Kennedy Park, Asbury Park, New Jersey!
Free
3 events,
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The Woods – A mixed-reality, two-player cooperative game
The Woods – A mixed-reality, two-player cooperative game
“The Woods” is a mixed-reality, two-player cooperative game that addresses the perils of social isolation by promoting connections between people and actively engaging them through play.
Free
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Operation Sleighbells 2022 Gift Donations
Operation Sleighbells 2022 Gift Donations
This year, give yourself the gift of bringing joy to a child at the holidays. Wednesday, November 30th thru Monday, December 12th Monday – Friday 10am-3:30pm
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Bell Works Holiday Markets
Bell Works Holiday Markets
Come and shop local at Bell Works Holiday Markets, Holmdel, New Jersey
Free
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Holiday Style Luncheon & Shopping Spree
Holiday Style Luncheon & Shopping Spree
Monmouth Conservation Foundation is hosting its annual event!
$175
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1st Annual SModcastle Film Festival
1st Annual SModcastle Film Festival
From Kevin Smith & Friends comes a film festival so fit for a King or Queen that it can only take place in the Castle! Wednesday, November 30, 2022 through Sunday, December 4, 2022.
$10
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New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation Hosts National Council for the Social Studies Clinic
New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation Hosts National Council for the Social Studies Clinic
Keynote Speaker Dr. Roger Harris is a Marine who served in Vietnam and is featured in the Ken Burns documentary The Vietnam War. After serving, he became a teacher in South Boston and the founder and superintendent of Boston Renaissance Charter Public School. One of the panels will be led by the Vietnamese Boat People […]
$25
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Trailblazing Women of Asbury Park OPENING RECEPTION TODAY
Trailblazing Women of Asbury Park OPENING RECEPTION TODAY
The Asbury Park Museum invites all to be their guest at the Opening Reception of "Trailblazing Women of Asbury Park" on display now through March 2023.
Free
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Allaire Community Farm Christmas Light Spectatular
Allaire Community Farm Christmas Light Spectatular
The highly successful Christmas Light Spectacular returns in 2022! Take in the twinkling lights surrounding the farm as seen from our tractor-pulled holiday wagon as you spend the evening with family and friends. Tickets must be purchased online. No walks ups will be accepted. Christmas plants, baked goods, hot chocolate, hot cider and more will also be available […]
$17
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Holiday Kick-Off Fireman’s Park Tree Lighting
Holiday Kick-Off Fireman’s Park Tree Lighting
Holiday Kick-Off Tree Lighting in Fireman's Park, Asbury Park, New Jersey
Free
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Manasquan Candy Cane Hunt
Manasquan Candy Cane Hunt
Manasquan Chamber of Commerce presents the 2022 Annual Candy Cane Hunt
Free
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Celebrate the Holidays at The Historical Society of Ocean Grove
Celebrate the Holidays at The Historical Society of Ocean Grove
Come hear the Bell Choir while enjoying cider and cookies, join in the holiday sing along and/or visit their shop for gifts, stocking stuffers and much more!
Free
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Ocean Grove Holiday Festival – CANCELLED
Ocean Grove Holiday Festival – CANCELLED
Ocean Grove Holiday Festival - Crafters, Artisans and Live Music!
Free
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Frozen Weekend
Frozen Weekend
ALL Weekend - Snowflake crafts & Holiday Trains, Movies in the media room Saturday & Sunday 11AM - Story time Saturday, December 3 Specialty Craft - Make a gift for a loved-one day Sunday, December 4 • 12-3PM Costume Dance Party! Come in costume ready to dance at our frozen themed party Featuring cookies for […]
Free
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Carriage Rides Through Historic Allentown Village
Carriage Rides Through Historic Allentown Village
Come and enjoy Historic Allentown by Horse Drawn Carriage! Saturday and Sunday, December 3rd and 4th.
Free
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New Exhibit – The Eden Woolley Farmstead Site: Archaeological Digs
New Exhibit – The Eden Woolley Farmstead Site: Archaeological Digs
New Exhibit - The Eden Woolley Farmstead Site: Archaeological Digs
Free
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Eden Woolley House Holiday Open House & Exhibit Opening
Eden Woolley House Holiday Open House & Exhibit Opening
Stop by the Museum for it's annual open house. You will find something for everyone: a holiday hunt, model trains, new exhibits, a boutique of handmade gifts, a bake shop of homemade goodies....
Free
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Selfie Search
Selfie Search
Find the ELVES Hidden around KEYPORT ! Pick up your Clue sheet (for busineses on the Highways) & sELFie Bingo Board at the KBBC table from 12noon - 5pm at the Miracle on Front Street & Tree Lighting Event.
Free
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Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar will feature a curated roster of the best local and regional artists, vendors, and shops selling the cutest and coolest vintage, handmade, art, jewelry, home goods, foodstuffs, and more. The event will feature also feature music, holiday photo stations, craft workshops, kids activities, and beautiful décor.
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Center Players Cinema: Short Films Showcase and Filmmaker Q&A
Center Players Cinema: Short Films Showcase and Filmmaker Q&A
This special event will feature screening of 15 short films from local award-winning filmmakers Anthony Marinelli, Keith Armonaitis, Jeff Musillo, Michael Tota and Dave McGrath, most of whom have also directed productions for Center Players.
$10