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SUMMARY:Kids Make and Take
DESCRIPTION:This is a paint and sip party for children.  We supply everything they need.  They will paint and 8×10 canvas and go home with a “goodie bag” of art supplies.  This will be held in the activity room at the TRAC Gallery.  Registration required. \nPS we might just have a guest star in a red suit! \nTomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com \nSeating is limited
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/kids-make-and-take-3/
LOCATION:The Downtown Shops\, 53 Main St\, Toms Rivet\, NJ\, 08723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211206T110000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate the Holidays with our Holiday Tea at the Mathis House
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Holidays with our Holiday Tea at the Mathis House! \nBack by popular demand\, our Holiday Tea will be offered to those wishing to visit the beautifully decorated Mathis House Tearoom at 600 Main Street in Toms River on December 6\, 2021.  Guests may look forward to the ever-delicious scones\, yummy tea sandwiches\, and scrumptious mini-desserts that accompany generous pots of fine tea as they chat with friends in the historical elegance of this stately home.  As usual\, a few lucky guests will win door prizes\, one of which will be one night’s stay at 600 Main for each seating.  Seating is at 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM.  Cost:  $40 members; $45 non-members. \nBe sure to make your reservation starting October 25th by calling Pat at 732-814-2979.  Checks should be made out and mailed to Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Avenue\, Toms River\, NJ 08753 within one week of phone reservation\, with Attention: Pat in the bottom left-hand corner of the envelope. \n 
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/celebrate-the-holidays-with-our-holiday-tea-at-the-mathis-house/
LOCATION:The Mathis House at 600 Main\, 600 Main St.\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T203000
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SUMMARY:Open Studio Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Open Studio night! The last Tuesday of every month 5:30-8:30pm.  Bring your own supplies\, bring your own snacks/drinks.  Come out and paint\, draw\, sketch or whatever you want.  Hang out with your fellow artists\, ask for help if you’re stuck on something\, get new ideas from others and help spark your creativity!  A fun relaxing night to just chill and do some artin’ \nIn the Activity Room at The Downtown Shops @ 53 Main\, 53 Main St. Toms River. \nMembers are free\, non members are welcome to join for $5.00 a session
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/open-studio-night/2021-11-30/
LOCATION:The Downtown Shops\, 53 Main St\, Toms Rivet\, NJ\, 08723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Toms River Artist Community":MAILTO:tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
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SUMMARY:OCHS's Victorian Era Holiday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:OCHS’s Victorian Era Holiday Celebration \nOn Saturday\, November 27th the Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave.\, Toms River will be hosting a Victorian Era holiday celebration from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Bring your camera to have pictures taken with a Victorian style Santa. Take a tour of our holiday decorated Elizabeth Sculthorp Force Victorian Era house and museum and enjoy a large model train show. \nAdmission is free\, but donations are welcomed. Refreshments will be available. \nPlease call 732-341-1880 for reservations. \n 
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/ochss-victorian-era-holiday-celebration/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T180000
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SUMMARY:Black Friday and Small Business Sat art sale
DESCRIPTION:Join your favorite TRAC artists on Black Friday & Small Business Saturday. Get a jump on your Holiday  shopping. Give the gift of  art this year. Local art!!  Join us in the activity room\, The Trac Gallery and Small Town Arts\, Tom River studio. \nfamily friendly\, free event
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/black-friday-and-small-business-sat-art-sale/
LOCATION:The Downtown Shops\, 53 Main St\, Toms Rivet\, NJ\, 08723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210920T191916Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Make and Take
DESCRIPTION:This is a paint and sip party for children.  We supply everything they need.  They will paint and 8×10 canvas and go home with a “goodie bag” of art supplies.  This will be held in the community room at the TRAC Gallery.  Registration required. \nPS\, we just might have a surprise guest dressed in red! \nTomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com \nSeating is limited
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/kids-make-and-take-2/
LOCATION:The Downtown Shops\, 53 Main St\, Toms Rivet\, NJ\, 08723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211114T170000
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SUMMARY:Meet a World War I Doughboy
DESCRIPTION:Meet a World War I Doughboy \nOn Sunday November 14\, 2021\, at 2:00 PM Ocean County Historical Society\, will host a Zoom presentation by Ocean County resident\, Jeffrey Brown.  Jeff is a graduate of Lacey Twp. Schools\, Ursinus College (BA in history) and Kean College (Master’s in Education).  He currently teaches history at Southern Regional HS and resides in Seaside Park with his wife\, two children\, and dog. \nFor our program\, Jeff will discuss the American doughboy of WWI—his training\, rations\, uniforms\, equipment\, and combat.  Jeff will wear the WWI uniform and display original artifacts from the Great War that you won’t want to miss. \nTo register for this program\, send your name\, zip code\, and email address to oceancountyhistory.zoom@gmail.com.  We will send you an email with the link to Zoom before the event so that you can join us.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/meet-a-world-war-i-doughboy/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211113T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211113T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T124704Z
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SUMMARY:Filipino-American Community Dev't Center Kids Show
DESCRIPTION:Join TRAC – Toms River Artist Community for the opening reception for our Nov show and the Filipino-American Kids show opening.   See what these talented children come up with for their 2nd show at TRAC! \nLights refreshments and drinks will be served
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/filipino-american-community-devt-center-kids-show/
LOCATION:The Downtown Shops\, 53 Main St\, Toms Rivet\, NJ\, 08723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T180000
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SUMMARY:Paint & Sip (adults)
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy a fun night of easy painting with your friends.  BYOB\, we will supply light snacks and all your painting materials. Your TRAC artists will make sure you leave with a smile on your face and a great painting in your hands.  Lets relax together before the Holidays take over! \nClass is limited to 20 people.  To register please email Tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/paint-sip-adults/
LOCATION:The Downtown Shops\, 53 Main St\, Toms Rivet\, NJ\, 08723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Toms River Artist Community":MAILTO:tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210920T184914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T184914Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studio Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Open Studio night! The last Tuesday of every month 5:30-8:30pm.  Bring your own supplies\, bring your own snacks/drinks.  Come out and paint\, draw\, sketch or whatever you want.  Hang out with your fellow artists\, ask for help if you’re stuck on something\, get new ideas from others and help spark your creativity!  A fun relaxing night to just chill and do some artin’ \nIn the Activity Room at The Downtown Shops @ 53 Main\, 53 Main St. Toms River. \nMembers are free\, non members are welcome to join for $5.00 a session
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/open-studio-night/2021-10-26/
LOCATION:The Downtown Shops\, 53 Main St\, Toms Rivet\, NJ\, 08723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210920T191048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191243Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Make and Take
DESCRIPTION:This is a paint and sip party for children.  We supply everything they need.  They will paint an 8×10 canvas and go home with a “goodie bag” of art supplies.  This will be held in the activity room at the TRAC Gallery.  Registration required. \nTomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com \nSeating is limited
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/kids-make-and-take/
LOCATION:The Downtown Shops\, 53 Main St\, Toms Rivet\, NJ\, 08723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Toms River Artist Community":MAILTO:tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210830T181519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T181519Z
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SUMMARY:"The Dutch Civil War in Northern New Jersey & Southern New York"
DESCRIPTION:You may know him as a popular and knowledgeable guide to genealogists who are researching their ancestors\, but Ocean County Historical Society knows Russell Dutcher as a well-educated speaker who recently earned his MA in history.  Russ’ specialization is the Colonial Era and the Revolutionary War\, with emphases on cultural\, religious\, and racial aspects of the Dutch\, French Huguenot\, Native American\, African American\, and English participation in the French and Indian and Revolutionary Wars. \nJoin friends and members of OCHS on October 10th at 2:00 PM for Russ’ Zoom presentation which focuses on Bergen\, Essex\, and Sussex counties in NJ\, as well as Orange\, Westchester\, Ulster and Duchess counties in NY. \nTo register\, email us at oceancountyhistory.zoom@gmail.com stating:  name of program\, your zip code\, and your email address to send you instructions for accessing our program.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/the-dutch-civil-war-in-northern-new-jersey-southern-new-york/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210830T181602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T181602Z
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SUMMARY:The History of Slavery in NJ
DESCRIPTION:Join Ocean County Historical Society in welcoming Rick Geffken\, a former Adjunct Professor at Ocean County College with a BS in Economics and an MA in Social Sciences\, who is currently heading up a project called the New Jersey Slave Records Index under the auspices of Monmouth University. \nMark September 19th at 2:00 PM on your calendar and make your Zoom reservation today because you’ll want to hear this popular speaker\, writer\, and historian reveal stories from New Jersey’s dark history of slavery. \nDutch and English settlers brought the first enslaved people to New Jersey in the 17th century. By the time of the Revolutionary War\, slavery was an established practice on labor-intensive farms throughout what became known as the Garden State.  On a positive note\, Mr. Geffken also traces how emancipated slaves became prominent citizens in Lincroft\, as did their next four generations. \nTo register for this program\, send your name\, zip code\, and email address to oceancountyhistory.zoom@gmail.com and you will be contacted with the link to the Zoom program. \n 
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/the-history-of-slavery-in-nj/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210709T161223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T161223Z
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SUMMARY:Ocean County History Day
DESCRIPTION:Ocean County History Day \nThe Ocean County Historical Society and Ocean County Cultural and Heritage are pleased to announce that we will be jointly sponsoring the first annual “Ocean County History Day.”  This celebration of the rich history of our county will take place on Sunday\, September 12th from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM.  It will be held on the grounds of the Ocean County Historical Society\, located at 26 Hadley Ave.\, Toms River. \n  \nThere will be fun for the entire family.  The day will include displays by the various historical societies and museums of Ocean County\, tours of our Victorian era home and museum\, golden oldies performed by the band Jersey Gold\, military reenactors\, an opportunity to meet Joshua Huddy\, a large model train exhibit\, a snack stand and more.  Check the Ocean County Historical Society website for more details. \n 
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/ocean-county-history-day/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210709T124152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T124152Z
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SUMMARY:OCHS August Zoom Presentation by Chris Crosby
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate summer at the Shore with Ocean County Historical Society!  Our goal is to tell the stories of Ocean County and we are visiting some of the plant and animal residents that you will encounter along the Jersey coastline. \nOn August 22\, 2021\, at 2:00 PM\, please join Chris Crosby\, a PhD student in the Department of Ecology\, Evolution\, and Natural Resources at Rutgers University. The focus will be on coyotes that arrived in NJ about 80 years ago and can now be found in almost every town across the state.  In the past 2 years\, coyotes have immigrated to Barnegat Light\, reproduced\, and are dispersing across Long Beach Island.  Learn some history of eastern coyotes\, their ecology and behavior\, and important guidance for avoiding negative human-coyote interactions. \nTo register for this program\, email oceancountyhistory.zoom@gmail.com stating: Your name & date of program\, your zip code\, and your email address so we may send the link for Zoom to access the program a few days before the event. \n 
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/ochs-august-zoom-presentation-by-chris-crosby/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210528T124932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T124932Z
UID:10000521-1626012000-1626022800@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:OCHS July Zoom Presentation by Denise Willis
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate summer at the Shore with Ocean County Historical Society!  Our goal is to tell the stories of Ocean County and we are visiting some of the plant and animal residents that you will encounter along the Jersey coastline. \nOn July 11\, 2021\, at 2:00 PM\, please join Denise Willis\, a naturalist for 13 years at Cattus Island County Park in Toms River.  She will present Bees and Butterflies on Barnegat Bay.  A former nursey schoolteacher\, Girl Scout leader\, and camp counselor\, Ms. Willis is charmed by all the flora and fauna that thrive in this environment.  Learn about butterfly gardens and beekeeping right here in Ocean County! \nTo register for this program\, email oceancountyhistory.zoom@gmail.com stating: Your name & date of program\, your zip code\, and your email address so we may send the link for Zoom to access the program a few days before the event. \n  \n 
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/ochs-july-zoom-presentation-by-denise-willis/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210703T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210703T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210624T141521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210624T141521Z
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SUMMARY:TRAC at The Seaport Museum
DESCRIPTION:Come and support two local Nonprofits at one time! \nTRAC will have over 12 artists set up and ready to sell locally made art. \nThe Seaport will be open for museum tours\, their gift shop will also be open.   \nA free family day of fun\, plenty of free parking.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/trac-at-the-seaport-museum/
LOCATION:Toms River Seaport\, 78 East Water St.\, Toms River\, New Jersey\, 08753
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Toms River Artist Community":MAILTO:tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210430T195133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210430T195133Z
UID:10000518-1624802400-1624813200@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:OCHS June Zoom Presentation by Mindy Voss
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate summer at the Shore with Ocean County Historical Society!  Our goal is to tell the stories of Ocean County and we are visiting some of the plant and animal residents that you will encounter along the Jersey coastline. \nOn June 27th\, 2021 at 2:00 PM\, please join Mindy Voss\, a talented Education Specialist with the New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium at Fort Hancock\, NJ\, who is both knowledgeable and enthusiastic!  She will present\, Ocean Hazards & Beach Safety: Sharks vs. Rip Currents\, preparing family beachgoers for fun in the ocean while increasing their awareness of possible dangers. \nTo register for this program\, email oceancountyhistory.zoom@gmail.com stating: Your name & date of program\, your zip code\, and your email address so we may send the link for Zoom to access the program a few days before the event. \n 
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/ochs-june-zoom-presentation-by-mindy-voss/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210407T161822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T161822Z
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SUMMARY:Ocean County Historical Society Hosts WWI Program
DESCRIPTION:Join Monmouth University Specialist Professor of Public History & former US Army Fort Monmouth Command Historian\, Melissa Ziobro\, for a Zoom presentation on how the US Army Signal Corps employed women as telephone switchboard operators during WWI.  The “Hello Girls” worked long hours to ensure battlefield communications.  After the war\, they fought for veteran status and are being considered for a Congressional Gold Medal today.  Register by emailing your name\, zip code\, and email address to oceancountyhistory.zoom@gmail.com.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/ocean-county-historical-society-hosts-wwi-program/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210303T174914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T192725Z
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SUMMARY:34th Annual Ocean County Historical Society Antiques\, Crafts & Collectibles Faire
DESCRIPTION:The Faire will be held in the Toms River South Cafetorium\, located off of Hooper Avenue in Toms River. There will be over 50 tables of antiques\, crafts & collectibles\, plus local history books\, local historical societies’ exhibits\, local artist exhibits\, children’s entertainment\, music\, baked goods and a snack bar with hot dogs\, pretzels\, popcorn\, bagels\, soft drinks\, etc.  There will be a classic car display presented by NJ Shore Regional National Chrysler Products Club and a model railroad display by the Ocean County Model Railroad Club. Also\, we will have the kickoff of our large annual “50-50 raffle” & free tours of the Ocean County Historical Society’s Elizabeth Sculthorp Force House. \nNew additions include Allaire Village costumed tradesman display\, 1880’s baseball costumed exhibit\, World War I re-enactors\, Civil War re-enactors including musket firing\, suffragist exhibit with free commemorative giveaways\, and renown Jersey Shore artist Cathleen Engelsen. \nFree balloon animals from Freckles the clown on Saturday from 9am-12pm and Sunday from 10am-1pm. \nAdmission is $2.00 each day for people 18 and over.  Masks will be required. \nMasks will be required. For general public or vendor information\, please call Jeff at 609-339-9134.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/34th-annual-ocean-county-historical-society-antiques-crafts-collectibles-faire-2/
LOCATION:Toms River South Cafetorium\, 55 Hyers Street\, Toms River\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210303T175023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210405T192937Z
UID:10000516-1621069200-1621090800@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:34th Annual Ocean County Historical Society Antiques\, Crafts & Collectibles Faire
DESCRIPTION:The Faire will be held in the Toms River South Cafetorium\, located off of Hooper Avenue in Toms River. There will be over 50 tables of antiques\, crafts & collectibles\, plus local history books\, local historical societies’ exhibits\, local artist exhibits\, children’s entertainment\, music\, baked goods and a snack bar with hot dogs\, pretzels\, popcorn\, bagels\, soft drinks\, etc.  There will be a classic car display presented by NJ Shore Regional National Chrysler Products Club and a model railroad display by the Ocean County Model Railroad Club. Also\, we will have the kickoff of our large annual “50-50 raffle” & free tours of the Ocean County Historical Society’s Elizabeth Sculthorp Force House. \nNew additions include Allaire Village costumed tradesman display\, 1880’s baseball costumed exhibit\, World War I re-enactors\, Civil War re-enactors including musket firing\, suffragist exhibit with free commemorative giveaways\, and renown Jersey Shore artist Cathleen Engelsen. \nFree balloon animals from Freckles the clown on Saturday from 9am-12pm and Sunday from 10am-1pm. \nAdmission is $2.00 each day for people 18 and over.  Masks will be required. \nMasks will be required. For general public or vendor information\, please call Jeff at 609-339-9134.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/34th-annual-ocean-county-historical-society-antiques-crafts-collectibles-faire-3/
LOCATION:Toms River South Cafetorium\, 55 Hyers Street\, Toms River\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210307T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210307T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20210104T195332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210104T195332Z
UID:10000422-1615125600-1615132800@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:A Great Place to Eat or Drink: Cedar Bridge Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Join OCHS as we follow our virtual lecturer & guide\, Sean McHugh\, into the Pine Barrens to visit Cedar Bridge Tavern in Barnegat\, NJ. A Senior Archaeologist at a cultural resource consulting firm\, adjunct professor at Monmouth University\, and co-director of the Archaeological Field School of Monmouth University\, Mr. McHugh has over 17 years of experience in archaeology & historic preservation. The c. 1816 Cedar Bridge Tavern was bought by the Ocean County Parks Department in 2007. The Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission describes it as\, “a historic treasure that offers a unique window into the European experience in the N.J. Pinelands.” Mr. McHugh conducted numerous archaeological investigations there in advance of the county’s improvement project. Sign up for this Zoom presentation by emailing your name\, zip code\, email address\, and Cedar Bridge Tavern program to oceancounty.history@verizon.net. We will send you the link to Zoom a few days before the event.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/a-great-place-to-eat-or-drink-cedar-bridge-tavern/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210131T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20201102T182758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T182758Z
UID:10000057-1612101600-1612108800@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:Travel Vicariously with OCHS
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Jeff Schenker & his historian friend & fellow traveler\, George O’Donnell\, as our guides via Zoom to many of the fascinating Presidential sites they’ve visited in the U.S. These super-knowledgeable history lovers will share the must-see itineraries of their many year quest to learn more about the backgrounds of every U.S. President. You will enjoy the East Wing of the White House as well as a private guided tour of the White House West Wing\, & chuckle at the humorous anecdotes of some of the surprises they encountered in their travels elsewhere. Jeff & George’s travel odyssey will encourage you to read your brochures & pack your bags. You’ll want to be prepared to visit prime historical sites in the U.S. the minute that the dreaded coronavirus is finally defeated. Just email your name\, the date of January 31\, 2021\, your zip code\, and your email address to oceancounty.history@verizon.net. You will be contacted a few days before the Zoom presentation with the link to join us as we travel vicariously.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/travel-vicariously-with-ochs/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20201023T195258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T195258Z
UID:10000059-1607774400-1607792400@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:TRAC - Holiday Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:Its that time of year!  Join 18 of our artists at our annual Holiday Bazaar!  Original handmade pieces of art priced to sell.  Great for stocking stuffers\, grab bag gifts or just plain gifts.  Our artists will be placed throughout the Downtown Shops at 53 Main St to maintain social distance\, masks are required.  Our Gallery will be open for larger art pieces to purchase as well.  Come support your local artists.  Give the gift of art this Holiday season!
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/trac-holiday-bazaar/
LOCATION:TRAC- Toms River Artist Community\, 40 Main Street\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Toms River Artist Community":MAILTO:tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20201102T171702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T171702Z
UID:10000061-1607263200-1607270400@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:Women Lighthouse Keepers
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate yet one more important role women have played in our national & state history when you tune in to OCHS’s Zoom presentation. Mary Rasa\, historian\, former National Park interpreter\, & former museum curator at Sandy Hook\, will present her discoveries as she researched records & artifacts & did oral history interviews. You will learn about the U.S. Lighthouse Service from colonial days until when the Coast Guard took over in 1939\, lighthouse technology & administrative history\, & the second national paid position given to women in the U.S. beside that of clerk: lighthouse keeper. You will enjoy meeting several of the 140 courageous & hard-working official women keepers who enabled seafarers to navigate the U.S. shorelines more safely. To register for this free program\, email your name\, date of December 6\, 2020\, your zip code\, & your email address to oceancounty.history@verizon.net. We will send you the link to Zoom a few days before the event.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/women-lighthouse-keepers/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20201005T131543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201005T131543Z
UID:10000065-1605448800-1605456000@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:How to Support Your Favorite Candidate
DESCRIPTION:Attorney William Huneke will return to Ocean County Historical Society’s program schedule for a fascinating Zoom presentation. Bill has enjoyed an almost lifelong hobby of collecting political campaign memorabilia\, which now number over 5\,000 pieces! You will enjoy learning about the history of campaign items – badges\, banners\, ribbons\, metal tokens\, and celluloid covered pinback buttons – and what they tell us about elections. Some focus on the issues\, some purely on personalities. Selling a candidate is in many ways just like selling cereal or other consumer products. Bill’s collection contains something from every major candidate from 1840 on & is non-partisan/bi-partisan\, all in good fun. Bring your interest\, your questions\, and if you have any items at home you’d like to share or ask questions about\, they are welcome\, too! To register for this program\, send your request to oceancounty.history@verizon.net. Include your e-mail address\, the name & date of the program\, and your zip code. We will send you instructions for accessing the program a few days before the event.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/how-to-support-your-favorite-candidate/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20200904T133945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T133945Z
UID:10000421-1603029600-1603036800@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:Zoom Great Storms of the Jersey Shore
DESCRIPTION:Join Ocean County Historical Society in viewing at no charge via Zoom “Great Storms of the Jersey Shore\,” with co-authors Margaret Buchholz and Scott Mazzella. The 2nd edition of their popular book is a must-read. It includes commentary about climate\, sea level rise\, and the future of the coast\, along with personal accounts from storm survivors and exciting photographs that document our history of wild storms. Register by emailing oceancounty.history@verizon.net with your name\, zip code and date of the program (10/18). You will be contacted with the Zoom link a few days before the event.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/zoom-great-storms-of-the-jersey-shore/
LOCATION:3289\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20200908T150300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T150300Z
UID:10000067-1600610400-1600617600@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:Ocean County Historical Society Lectures Return
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy via Zoom a free\, illustrated talk by Specialist Professor of Public History at Monmouth University\, Melissa Ziobro\, without leaving the comfort of your home! Learn the fascinating history of Toms River’s Camp Albocondo: Then and Now\, a story of recreational patterns\, community service\, philanthropy\, and environmentalism. Register for the program by emailing your name\, zip code\, and date of program (9/20) to oceancounty.history@verizon.net. You will be contacted with the link to Zoom a few days before the event.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/ocean-county-historical-society-lectures-return-2/
LOCATION:3289\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20200904T133753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200904T133753Z
UID:10000420-1600610400-1600617600@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:Ocean County Historical Society Lectures Return
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy via Zoom a free\, illustrated talk by Specialist Professor of Public History at Monmouth University\, Melissa Ziobro\, without leaving the comfort of your home! Learn the fascinating history of Toms River’s Camp Albocondo: Then and Now\, a story of recreational patterns\, community service\, philanthropy\, and environmentalism. Register for the program by emailing your name\, zip code\, and date of program (9/20) to oceancounty.history@verizon.net. You will be contacted with the link to Zoom a few days before the event.
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/ocean-county-historical-society-lectures-return/
LOCATION:Ocean County Historical Society\, 26 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173424
CREATED:20200225T185811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200225T185811Z
UID:10000040-1597489200-1597510800@downtowntomsriver.com
SUMMARY:Summer Arts Fest 2020
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a full day of Art\, Performance Art\, Live Music\, food and more. \nRain date Aug 16th\, 2020
URL:https://downtowntomsriver.com/event/summer-arts-fest-2020/
LOCATION:Hadley Ave\, 28-46 Hadley Ave\, Toms River\, NJ\, 08753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cluture
ORGANIZER;CN="Toms River Artist Community":MAILTO:tomsriverartistcommunity732@gmail.com
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