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Tea Etiquette Party at the Mathis House
The Mathis House at 600 Main 600 Main St., Toms River, NJ, United StatesCome relax while your servers dressed in Victorian Dresses and serve a delicious Creme Tea with two warm scones, lemon curd and preserves and a full pot of gourmet tea per person. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children. The servers will give a history of the Mathis House and a lesson in tea etiquette. Call 732-818-7580 for tickets and information. Please call the reservation office asap to notify us if you plan on sitting with other guests that may have bought tickets on EventBrite. We also need to confirm that you have no food allergies. Parking is in the rear and doors open at 6:30 PM, please no early birds.
Downtown Night Out
Washington Street, Toms River NJ 33 Washington St., Toms River, United StatesEnjoy outdoor dining with the Downtown Districts restaurants, distillery, brewery and small businesses!
Downtown Night Out
Washington Street, Toms River NJ 33 Washington St., Toms River, United StatesEnjoy outdoor dining with the Downtown Districts restaurants, distillery, brewery and small businesses!
“Meet George Washington” – September 24, 2023
Ocean County Historical Society 26 Hadley Ave, Toms River, NJ, United StatesJeff Schenker as George Washington Sunday, September 24 at 2:00 PM “Meet George Washington - First in War, First in Peace, and First in the Hearts of our Countrymen.” President Washington will be addressing you in December of 1799, as he reflects on his life. He will discuss his early life, service in the French and Indian War, his service as commanding general in the American Revolution, his role in the Constitutional Convention, his two terms as president, and his views on slavery. Dr. Jeff Schenker portrays President Washington. Jeff taught history for many years at Toms River High School South and is currently serving as an adjunct professor of history at Ocean County College. In addition, Jeff is the president of the Ocean County Historical Society. Jeff has addressed numerous organizations in topics as diverse as the D-Day Invasion, New Jersey in World War I, the Civil War, Joshua Huddy, and Abraham Lincoln. This event takes place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. Our speaker series is free; however, SEATING IS LIMITED! To reserve your seat, send your name, zip code, email address, and the date of the program to oceancountyhistory.zoom@gmail.com.
Open Studio Night
The Downtown Shops 53 Main St, Toms Rivet, NJ, United StatesJoin 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’ In the Activity Room at The Downtown Shops @ 53 Main, 53 Main St. Toms River. Members are free, non members are welcome to join for $5.00 a session
Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market
Huddy Park, Toms River NJ 39 E. Water St., Toms River, NJ, United StatesThe Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market is back at Huddy Park. We are excited to be back and so close to all of our downtown businesses! The market celebrates everything great about New Jersey. New Jersey farms selling local grown fruits and vegetables. Vendors selling flowers, local honey, gourmet foods, pickles & olives, guacamole, baked goods, and more. NJ Winery, distillery and brewery. Smoothie truck on premises every week. Check our website for an updated list of vendors each week.
Concert with Custom Blend Band
The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United StatesCustom Blend will perform a selection of country, bluegrass, light rock and folk songs. The local band is comprised of Joe Zavacki (on guitar), Maria Petrone (on mandolin) and Paul Petrone (on guitar, banjo and fiddle).
Downtown Night Out
Washington Street, Toms River NJ 33 Washington St., Toms River, United StatesEnjoy outdoor dining with the Downtown Districts restaurants, distillery, brewery and small businesses!
Downtown Night Out
Washington Street, Toms River NJ 33 Washington St., Toms River, United StatesEnjoy outdoor dining with the Downtown Districts restaurants, distillery, brewery and small businesses!
Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market
Huddy Park, Toms River NJ 39 E. Water St., Toms River, NJ, United StatesThe Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market is back at Huddy Park. We are excited to be back and so close to all of our downtown businesses! The market celebrates everything great about New Jersey. New Jersey farms selling local grown fruits and vegetables. Vendors selling flowers, local honey, gourmet foods, pickles & olives, guacamole, baked goods, and more. NJ Winery, distillery and brewery. Smoothie truck on premises every week. Check our website for an updated list of vendors each week.
Downtown Night Out
Washington Street, Toms River NJ 33 Washington St., Toms River, United StatesEnjoy outdoor dining with the Downtown Districts restaurants, distillery, brewery and small businesses!
TRAC Art Walk On Main
40 Main St, Right Side, Toms River 40 Main St, Right Side, TOMS RIVER, NJ, United StatesJoin us FRIDAY Oct 6th 5:30 - 8pm for our last Art Walk on Main for the year. Local artists setup outside our gallery with loads of local art for sale. It's not too early to think about Holiday gifts! Shop local, support local artists, support small business'. Stop by on your way to Downtown Night Out. Family Friendly Free event
Midnight Mascarade Murder Mystery Dinner
The Mathis House at 600 Main 600 Main St., Toms River, NJ, United StatesDescription of the Murder Mystery. The rustle of silks and feathers under muted conversation was probably the last thing heard by the tragically and unexpectedly deceased at the Billionaires’ Club Annual Masquerade Ball. With a mystery under each feathery façade, unmasking the killer may be quite a challenge. It’s up to you to determine which partygoer is guilty, bring this crime to justice, and save the party! Attend the Billionaires’ Club Annual Masquerade Ball and help get this soiree back on track by trading clues with your guests, gathering information, and solving the crime before the masked menace gets away! Evening wear, beautiful costumes, Venetian masks, suits, and suits are what to wear to this high class night of masks and murder. Get ready for a glamorous evening of mystery, intrigue, and murder at this masquerade ball murder mystery party! The Mathis House staff will all participate in costume. Dinner includes a seasonal salad, chicken Francese, penne vodka, sausage and peppers, roasted vegetables, warm dinner rolls and dessert. Coffee, tea or soda included. The tickets are $75 per person plus tax and gratuity, call 732-818-7580 to make your reservation. Cancellation policy for all pre paid events is a two year [...]
Downtown Night Out
Washington Street, Toms River NJ 33 Washington St., Toms River, United StatesEnjoy outdoor dining with the Downtown Districts restaurants, distillery, brewery and small businesses!
Read with Pride Adult Book Club
The Ocean County Library 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ, United StatesJoin us for the monthly Read with Pride Adult Book Club. This month we will be discussing The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta. This book discussion is for those who identify as LGBTQ, or who simply want to learn more about LGBTQ+ stories, narratives, and experiences. All are welcome.
Toms River Artist Community – TRAC Monthly Members Meeting
TRAC- Toms River Artist Community 40 Main Street, Toms River, NJ, United StatesTRAC's monthly members meeting (the 2nd Tues of every month) All are welcome, if you are not a member come and check us out, see what we do, meet our artists and tour our gallery. If you are a local artist looking to meet other artists, hang your works in galleries around town, or brush up on your skills, we are your group! We now offer a discounted JR membership for High School Students !
Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market
Huddy Park, Toms River NJ 39 E. Water St., Toms River, NJ, United StatesThe Downtown Toms River Farmers’ Market is back at Huddy Park. We are excited to be back and so close to all of our downtown businesses! The market celebrates everything great about New Jersey. New Jersey farms selling local grown fruits and vegetables. Vendors selling flowers, local honey, gourmet foods, pickles & olives, guacamole, baked goods, and more. NJ Winery, distillery and brewery. Smoothie truck on premises every week. Check our website for an updated list of vendors each week.
Downtown Scarecrow Walk
Washington Street, Toms River NJ 33 Washington St., Toms River, United StatesFrom Friday, October 13th - Tuesday, October 31st, scarecrows will decorate the downtown and be vying for your vote. The streets will be lined with these cast of characters so be sure to come down and help pick the winners by voting for the scarecrow you like best. We’re all about local in Downtown Toms River so while you’re here, grab a bite to eat and browse! Voting ballots will be available at participating businesses in Downtown Toms River wherever this poster is displayed. The contest is open to all ages, and there is no entry fee, but you must register. For more information on how to enter a scarecrow into the walk along with a complete listing of rules visit our website: www.downtowntomsriver.com
TRAC – GRAND OPENING
TRAC GALLERY 40 Main St, Right Side, TOMS RIVER, NJ, United StatesIT'S TIME!!! TRAC Gallery GRAND OPENING Friday Oct 13th 4-9pm at 40 Main St, right side, Toms River, NJ 08753 Enjoy light refreshments, music, lots of amazing art, & artists meet & greets Check out our: Makers Spaces featuring: Lisa Cifaretto of Small Town Arts, Toms River Suzanne Oleske, and Jess Imperiale of Imperiale Arts The Book Nook - filled with local Authors, who will even sign the books you purchase The Sensory Room - geared toward children that just need to chill out a bit One side of the gallery is the TRAC artist hang, the other side is filled with additional local artists whom display more of their works. Hours Starting Oct 13, 2023 Tuesday & Wednesdays - 11-6pm Thursday - Saturday - 11-10pm Sundays - 11-5pm Mondays - Closed Ask us about renting the gallery for your special event Stay tuned for upcoming classes But most of enjoy this special place in the heart of Downtown Toms River located at the corners of Main & Washington St
Downtown Night Out
Washington Street, Toms River NJ 33 Washington St., Toms River, United StatesEnjoy outdoor dining with the Downtown Districts restaurants, distillery, brewery and small businesses!