Events listings provided by the LBI Business Alliance

Saturday, May 5

• Vacation Club Registration and Orientation begins 8am at St. Francis Center, 47^th Str. & Long Beach Blvd. Brant Beach  (609-494-8861 or www.stfranciscenterlbi.com)  The summer camp is for ages 5 to 13, offering arts, crafts, cooking, sports, daily swimming and weekly field trips.  Space is limited.
• Clothing Drive 8am to 2pm at the Ethel A. Jacobsen School parking lot, West 5^th St. & Barnegat Ave., Ship Bottom.  The LBI PTA is collecting wearable, usable clothing, shoes, belts, handbags, linens, bedding, curtains, towels, stuffed animals & toys.  They should be placed in tightly tied plastic bags; hard toys in boxes.  No video tapes, CDs or books will be accepted.
• Precious Metal Clay Origami 10am to 2pm at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd., Loveladies, NJ. 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org. Fees: Member, $30; Non-member, $45; materials fee, $10 plus cost of 2 PMC sheets.
• Meet Children�s Author Joy Zomerdyke 2:30pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City.  The story and craft activity, based on TeddyB Is for Bear Meets a Scary Monster, is for children of all ages.  Call 609-494-2480 or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.com.  .
• Lighthouse International Film Festival Fundraiser 6:30pm to 9pm at the Bayberry Inn, 13^th St. & Long Beach Blvd., Ship Bottom.  The evening is an opportunity to showcase some of the films for this fourth year of the Lighthouse International Film Festival which have been selected from world premier festivals such as Sundance, Cannes and South-by-Southwest as well as from submissions by independent filmmakers.  This night is your chance to support independent filmmaking, enjoy movie trivia, great food, wine and door prizes. Each guest will take home a commemorative Lighthouse International Film Festival wine glass. There will be an opportunity to purchase Lighthouse International Film Festival �All Access Pass� at a discounted price. This unique event is $45 per person . Tickets may be purchased on-line at www.brownpaperbag.com to find this event type in �LBI Lighthouse International Film Festival Fundraiser� Tickets may also be purchased at Things A Drift– 609-361-1668; the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce– 609-494-7211. There will be a limited number of tickets available at the door. Please email liffinfo@gmail.com or call 609-207-1126 with any questions about the event, the Festival or volunteering.

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Monday, May 7

• Needleworkers Drop-In 5pm to 8pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City (609-494-2480).  This is an informal group of all experience levels in knitting, crocheting, cross stitch or needlepoint.

Mondays, May 7 and 21

• Brain Games 1:00pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City.  Games designed to stimulate different areas of the  brain.  Call to register 609-494-2480 or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org.

Tuesday, May 8

• To Mom With Love 3:30pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City (609-494-2480).  This craft activity is for children of all ages.  No registration needed.

Wednesday, May 9

• �Blue to You� Van 9am to Noon at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City (609-494-2480).  Horizon Healthcare of NJ provides seminars, information on healthy living strategies, health care reform and more.  Members may speak with an advisor about recent claims, billing or other issues.  2^nd Wednesday of each month.
• Mother, The Queen of My Heart 1pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City.  For all ages.  Historical interpreter, Stacey Flora Roth presents a sampling of musical pieces and readings across the ages.  Call to register 609-494-2480 or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org.
• Reading Isn�t Ruff 6pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City (609-494-2480).  A therapy dog is waiting for beginning readers to come read to him/her.
• Book Discussion 7:30pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City.  The subject is Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand.  Call to register 609-494-2480 or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org

Thursday, May 10

• Music & Movement 10:30am at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City.  Activity for ages 2-7.  Call to register 609-494-2480 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.
• Classic Film:  �High Society� (Bing Crosby, Grace Kelly, Frank Sinatra)  2pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City.  Call to register 609-494-2480 or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org.

Friday, May 11

• American Red Cross Blood Drive 2pm to 7pm at the Ethel A. Jacobsen School, W. 5^th St. & Barnegat Ave., Ship Bottom.  (800-GIVELIFE or www.pleasegiveblood.org) Most healthy people who weigh at least 110 lbs. and are 16 and older are eligible to donate. Photo ID required. Red Cross Parental Consent form required for 16 yr. olds.
• Interfaith Service 7:30 PM at the Jewish Community Center of LBI, 24^th St. & Long Beach Boulevard, Spray Beach, NJ.  (609_492-4090 or www.jccoflbi.org)  All are welcome.

Saturday, May 12

• Introduction to Stand-Up Paddleboarding 8:30 to 9:30am at Sunset Park, West Salem Ave., Harvey Cedars.  Fees:  LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences Member, $30; Non-Member, $45.  If winds exceed 10 mph, class will be rescheduled.  Register at 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org; provide cell phone number, height and approximate weight for appropriate board sizing.
• Advanced Stand-Up Paddleboarding 10am to 11:30am at Sunset Park, West Salem Ave., Harvey Cedars.  Fees:  LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences Member, $35; Non-Member, $50.  If winds exceed 10 mph, class will be rescheduled.  Register at 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org; provide cell phone number, height and approximate weight for appropriate board sizing.
• Free Rabies Clinic sponsored by the LBI Health Department.  Pets must be leased or in a carrier.
  • Beach Haven Fire House, Amber St. and South Bay Ave. 9am to 9:30am
  • Long Beach Twp. Municipal Bldg., 6805 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach, 9:45am to 10:15am
  • Surf City Firehouse 713 Long Beach Blvd., 10:30am to 11am

Saturday, May 19

• Town Wide Garage Sale, 8am in Barnegat Light. Pick up a map at the Borough Hall and hunt for bargains
• Flower Sale 9am to 1pm at St. Peters At The Light, 7th & Central, Barnegat Light.
• 2012 Boating Safety Certificate Course (BSC) U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers one-day Boating Safety Certificate (BSC) course. Start time: 8:30a-4:30pm. Location: SOCH Family Resource Center, Ocean Club, 700 South Rte. 9, Manahawkin NJ 08050. Boaters 16 years and older required to be certified by state of NJ. Course stresses safe boating practice and boating rules. To register and for more information call Joe (609) 597-4876 or Ralph (609) 597-1295. Additional Course dates: June 16, July 21 and August 11.

Saturday, May 26

• Fire Company Auction 5:30pm Viewing, 6:30pm Auction. Barnegat Light Fire Company, 10th & Central, Barnegat Light.  Join us for a night of cocktails, appetizers and bidding.

Sunday, May 27

• Viking Village Arts and Crafts Show 10am to 4:30pm 19th & Bayview, Barnegat Light. Local artists and fun crafts. Rain or Shine.  Additional info at www.vikingvillage.net
• Memorial Day Parade 7pm at 20th & Central down Broadway, Barnegat Light. Ceremony at the Lighthouse – throw a flower in the inlet to remember those who defended our country.

Friday, June 1 through Sunday, June 3, 2012

• Gardener’s Weekend Retreat; “How Does Your Garden Grow?” Maris Stella Retreat Center, Harvey Cedars, LBI, NJ. Gardening lovers are invited to spend the weekend together reflecting on the toils, tools and treasures of co-creating and nurturing your inner/outer gardens, presented by Nancy Erts, OP. Please bring garden gloves and basic hand tools.   Cost: $150.00 Non-refundable, non-transferable deposit: $50. Registration due: May 20, 2012. For more information call: 609-494-2917 or 609-494-1182.

ONGOING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

• SURFLIGHT THEATRE:  SURFLIGHT THEATRE: Rat Pack Revue 201 Engleside Avenue, Beach Haven. Starring Nick D’Egidio (Frank Sinatra), Alfredo Miller (Sammy Davis, Jr.) and George Thomas (Dean Martin), along with the sounds of The Dry Martini Orchestra. FINAL WEEK! Remaining Performances: May 2 at 2pm, May 3 at 2pm and 8pm, May 4 at 8pm, May 5 at 2pm and 8pm, and May 6 at 2pm. Tickets are $36-$54. Tickets are available online at www.surflight.org. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Surflight box office, by phone at 609-492-9477, ext. 1. For groups (15 or more) call: 609-492-9477 x210. Mention you are with the LBI Business Alliance and save $4 per ticket.
• Barnegat Lighthouseis open on weekends!
• Basic Boating Safety Course St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. Brant Beach, is now accepting registration. The course will take place on Tuesday, June 5 and Thursday, June 7 in the Center and will prepare and certify individuals to operate a motor boat or personal water craft in NJ. The NJ State Police Certification Course for Basic Boating Safety will consist of 8 hours of lecture and video with homework and test. Ages 13 and up. The cost of this course is $85. Please call 609-494-8861, or visit us online at stfranciscenterlbi.org for further information about the course or to register.
• 2012 Boating Safety Certificate Course (BSC) U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers one-day Boating Safety Certificate (BSC) course. Course dates: Sat. May 19, June 16, July 21 and August 11.  Start time: 8:30a-4:30pm. Location: SOCH Family Resource Center, Ocean Club, 700 South Rte. 9, Manahawkin NJ 08050. Boaters 16 years and older required to be certified by state of NJ. Course stresses safe boating practice and boating rules. To register and for more information call Joe (609) 597-4876 or Ralph (609) 597-1295.
• Introduction to Crochet Sundays through May 6 10am to 12pm at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Blvd., Loveladies, NJ. 609-494-1241 or www.lbifoundation.org. Daily fees: Member, $20; Non-member, $25.
• Artists Potluck: Thursdays, April 19 through May 17 6:00pm t0 8:00pm at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences main building, 120 Long Beach Blvd., Loveladies, NJ. 609-494-1241. This casual evening event provides an opportunity to meet local artists, watch visiting artist demonstrations and recommend monthly speakers. All are welcome. Admission is a dish to feed 6 people. Visit www.lbifoundation.org for speakers and potluck requests.
• Seeking Artists: The Jewish Community Center of LBI seeks artists to sign up for its Aug. 19 show at the new Center in Spray Beach. Call Nita Shapiro at 609-494-4525
• The Friends of Barnegat Lighthouse State Park in cooperation with Pine Shores Art Association seeks artists for its July 28 show at the Lighthouse. Call 609-489-9017.
• Vendors Wanted:  Flea Market at Veterans Bicentennial Park, Beach Ave. between Engleside Ave. & Amber St., Beach Haven.  The Beach Haven Community Arts Program sponsors the event on June 16 from 9am to 4pm.  Call Bev Mignella at 609-492-2253
• After School Arts Enrichment Program Exhibition: April 7^th-May 3^rd at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences, 120 Long Beach Boulevard, Loveladies. Call for more information and registration (609) 494-1241 or visit www.lbifoundation.org. Closing reception May 3, 5-7pm.
• Pottery classes Tuesdays at 1:00pm and 6:30pm at m.t. burton gallery in Surf City. Call Matt Burton at 609-494-0006 for fee schedule.
• Classes & Activities Offered: LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Classes vary from learning new languages to art mediums and sports lessons. Call 609-494-1241 for more information and registration.
• Brain Games 1^st & 3^rd Monday of each month. 1:00pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library, 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City. Games designed to stimulate different areas of the brain. Call to register 609-494-2480 or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org.
• Bike Registration Program: to reduce bicycle theft and expedite return of stolen bikes, LBI police departments have started a free program for visitors and residents to register bikes. Call for Information: Beach Haven 492-0505; Harvey Cedars 494-3036; Long Beach Township & Barnegat Light 494-3322; Ship Bottom 494-1518 and at Walters Bicycles during business hours; Surf City 494-8121 Blvd., Loveladies.
• Book Discussions: Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City (609-494-2480). 2nd Wed. of each month @ 7:30pm. Check at the circulation desk for current title.
• Fiction Writers Group: Forming in Beach Haven: Meets 2 Thursdays per month from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Call Debi for more information 856-912-1369.
• LBI Woodcarvers Association: Meets 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm. Call 609-296-5606 for location.

HEALTH & LIVING WELL

• LBI Health Department
  • Flu Shots: Offered by Appointment, please call 609-492-1212.
  • Shingles Vaccine: Please call 609-492-1212 to speak with a public health nurse to make an appointment or for more information.
  • Child & Adolescent Health Programs: Physical exams and immunizations are available for infants and children through age 18 at the LBI Health Department. Call 609-492-1212.
• Adult Health Promotion: LBI Health Department provides blood pressure screening plus health education on diet, medication and risk factors for diabetes, cardiovascular disease and breast, cervical & colon/rectal cancer.
  • Beach Haven Borough Hall (492-0111) 10am-11am on the 1st Monday of each month
  • Island Branch Ocean County Library, Surf City (494-3064) 11am-12pm on the 1st Tuesday of each month
  • Harvey Cedars Police Dept. (494-2843) 9:30am-10:30am on the 3rd Tuesday of each month
  • Barnegat Light Borough Hall (494-9196) 11am-12pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month
  • LBI Health Dept. (361-1000 or 492-1212) 10am-11am on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month
• St. Francis Senior Services: Outreach workers are available to assist with a variety of senior needs. Call 609-494-8861 for more information.

WORSHIP

• Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom – 609-494-7777
• Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7571 or 609-492-2108
• Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-6888
• Island Baptist Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7584
• Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island – 609-492-4090, 2411 Long Beach Blvd. Spray Beach, NJ 08008.
  • Friday Shabbat Services: 7:30 PM
  • Friday, May 11 Interfaith Service 7:30 PM at the JCC of LBI, 2411 Long Beach Boulevard, Spray Beach, NJ. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Diane Gilbert, Pastor to the First United Methodist in Beach Haven Terrace and Kynett United Methodist Church in Beach Haven. The theme for this years� service is �Freedom Ain�t Free!� The Island Singers, under the leadership of Polly Moore, will be part of the service. which is open to the entire community. Sisterhood will provide refreshments after the service.

• Kynett United Methodist Church of Beach Haven – 609-492-0421
• St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-8813 www.stfrancisparishlbi.org
• St. Peter’s at the Light Episcopal Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-2398
• Terrace United Methodist Church in Beach Haven Terrace – 609-492-9843
• Zion Lutheran Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-8676

WEEKLY ENTERTAINMENT & PERFORMANCES

• Bayberry Inn: (609-494-8848)
• Buckalew’s Tavern & Restaurant: (609-492-1065)
• Daddy O: (609-494-1300)
• The Gateway: (609-494-1661)
• Nardi’s Tavern: (609-492-9538)

FOR YOUR INTEREST

• Seedling Sale: Offered by the Garden Club of LBI: A variety of seedlings, grass, and fertilizer tabs. Call 609-494-5791 or visit www.thegardencluboflbi.com for more details.
• Food Donations Needed: The St. Francis Food Pantry is accepting donations of non-perishable foods as well as detergents, soaps, and shampoo.
• Beach Haven Community Arts Program’s Commemorative Bricks: Bricks are placed in the paths at Veterans’ Bicentennial Park in Beach Haven. Donations are $50 and order forms are available at the Beach Haven Library, borough hall, Uncle Will’s Pancake House, or call 609-492-8362.

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Feb 17- Death By Chocolate – Murder Mystery Dinner Show 6pm at The Engleside Inn, Beach Haven benefiting the Tuckerton Seaport. Delciously entertaining, interactive dinner show featuring a decadent three course dinner, topped off with Death by Chocolage. Guests will have the opportunity to play detective and guess “whodunit. $75 for dinner show, make it an overnight package $150 per person (double occupancy rate) includes dinner, show, overnight accommodations at the Engleside Inn, breakfast and Tuckertson Seaport Guest Pass. For Reservations and details call the Tuckerton Seaport at             609 296-8868       or email BrookeS@tuckertonseaport.org

Feb 17- Healing Hands of Manahawkin invites everyone to Patient Appreciation Day on Thursday Feb 17with special chocolate gifts, in office raffles and giveaways. Join the staff as they celebrate Chocolate the whole Week with Chocolate Treats for office visits during the week and FREE New Patient Evaluations just by mentioning Chocolate Week! This $295 value includes Consultation with doctor, spinal examination, any necessary X Rays and report of findings. Stop in at 230 Division St Manahawkin             609 978-4304       or www.DrNicoleBonner.com

February 18 Get ready for Valentine’s Day and learn to make chocolate candy, including chocolate ducks at their annual Family Chocolate Class! Ages 8 and up beginning at 11am, $10 per person at Tuckerton Seaport for more info contact BrookeS@tuckertonseaport.org or call             609 296 8868

Feb 18 The Gables Wedding Open House - You are cordially invited to join The Gables from 12-3pm for their exquisite wedding open house. http://www.gableslbi.com/ or 888 LBI GABLES for details

February 18 & 19 An LBI Tradition stop into Country Kettle Fudge Shop in Bay Village 9th & Bay Avenue in Beach Haven Watch fudge being made and stop in for a free fudge sample anytime during this President’s Weekend.             609 492-2800       www.countrykettlefudge.com

February 20 Comedy Night and Chocolate Tasting 7-9pm Brick Elks Lodge $20 per ticket in advance contact             732 267 0960

Visit the most unique store at the Jersey Shore while enjoying the Sweethearts and Heartthrobs display featuring movie posters , photos and other collectibles including ”The Beatles Exhibit” Unshredded Nostalgia 323 South Main Street Rt 9 Barnegat Open 7 days 10-5 609 660 2626  http://www.unshreddednostalgia.com

Stop in Februrary 11-20th for our Sweet Treats and Specials! See why Sweet Living can be found at Atlantic Heights in Barnegat! Atlantic Heights At Barnegat 900 Barnegat Blvd N             609 607 9800       or www.atlanticheights.com

February 11th & 12th, 18th & 19th, Sat. 9-1 & Sun. 11-3. OPEN HOUSE at Heritage Village at Seabreeze “Have your chocolate cake and live for FREE til April 1st 2012!” Tour our luxury 55+ rental community in scenic Forked River, NJ during our Open House and take advantage of this limited offer! *restrictions apply. Heritage Village at Seabreeze, 1031 Newark Avenue North, Forked River, NJ 08731.             609-242-1211      . http://www.ciscommunities.com/

Walters Homes will be giving out their version of the Golden Ticket all week, stop by their location at either Ocean Acres at Barnegat 57 Nautilus Drive             609 698 7700       or Whispering Hills 304 Hawthorne Lane             609 607 9400       Barnegat. Stop in to recieve a Chocolate Covered Pretzel with an incentive card attached to wrapping. Everyone who stops in and registers will be entered into a drawing for Grand Prize of a $150 Romantic Dinner at Daddy O. For more information contact lmcmanus@waltershomes.com at Whispering HIlls location and rsaparitojr@waltershomes.com

Swell Colors Glass Studio & Gallery will be serving delicious hot chocolate to their customers and are offering a walk in class to make a fused glass heart light catcher for $25. The class is 45 minutes and hearts can be picked up the next day.  Feb 18-20 Vist us at 10909 Long Beach Blvd in Haven Beach             609 492 3783       or at www.swellcolors.com

Pangaea Naturals on Rt 72 Manahawkin is offering 15% off everything Chocolate from Feb 12 -20, learn more about Pangaea by liking them on facebook, visiting them online at www.pangaeanaturals.com or calling at             609 597 0017      . offer not to be comined with other discounts or coupons.

Moester’s Bakery : Try WOBM featured dessert “DEATH BY CHOCOLATE” Cupcake, with a buy three get one free Chocolate Week Offer! A must for Valentine’s Day or for the ones you love. Get them fresh at  Moester’s in Lakeside Vilage Shopping Center off of Rt 9 Manahawkin             609 597-1430

Enjoy the sweet life at Lavish Salon with 10% off all services in the month of February and 10% off all sugar and chocolate skin care products during Chocolate Week. Visit Lavish at 216 South Bay Avenue Beach Haven NJ             609 492 9955       or at http://www.lavishlbi.com/

Healing Hands of Manahawkin’s staff celebrates Chocolate the whole Week with Chocolate Treats for office visits and FREE New Patient Evaluations just by mentioning Chocolate Week! This $295 value includes Consultation with doctor and thermal spinal scan. Stop in at 230 Division St Manahawkin             609 978-4304       or www.DrNicoleBonner.com

Enjoy a Blissful Valentine Massage from Island Wellness Center – treat yourself and your sweetheart to a Chocolate Week Valentine Special includes a 60 minute Blissful Massage for singles and couples and a complimentary chocolate bliss drink, an energizing blend of intense Mayan gold chocolate, rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fruits and exotic botanicals from around the world. The benefits will make you feel relaxed, rejuvenated and blissful. All this for only %40 plux tax per massage. Call for an appointment (extra fee for travel to your locations) 2517 Long Beach Blvd or 26th & Long Beach Blvd Spray Beach Nj             609 492 4906

Beach House Retreats/Wed & Bed Chocolate Open House Enjoy a bar full of different chocolates and a surprise raffle while touring this 5 bedroom property that is available for weddings, reunions and getaways all year long. Week Day hours from 6-8pm and Weekend Open House hours, Friday 4-9pm, Saturday 11-5pm and Sunday 11-2pm. To find out more visit the Wed and Bed 113 East 85th St.Beach Haven Crest,             609-607-9938

“Come to Mer-MadePhotography and Trousseau for your ” “Free ceramic Mermaid” and Register to win a free beach portrait session. Must register at Mer-MadePhotography and Trousseau located north and across the street from DaddyO’s in Brant Beach. Registrations will be taken on Saturday from noon to four pm. 4300A Long Beach Blvd Brant Beach             856-265-5838

Giglio Awning Llc will be having a Presidents’ Day Sale starting this friday feb 17th – Feb 21st. All our products, Retractable awnings,Outdoor furniture by Lloyd Flanders(original wicker) as well as rust proof aluminum from Winston. Custom awnings,  as well as hurricane shutters. All floor models of furniture,awnings,etc, will be heavily discounted. Our showroom is located at 7802 long Beach Blvd, Harvey Cedars. Our website is www.giglioawning.com, Facebook page is giglio awning. Our phone is             609-494-3004      . We are open everyday from 9-4 as well as sunday 10-2. Please stop by.

Join Dr Mike and his staff for daily chocolate raffles, a chance to win a chocolate massage or facial and other great prizes. New patients are more then welcome to join us for a free spinal exam and $25 Chirpractic Care Credit this week! Lighthouse Family Chiropractic & Wellness Center 400 North Main St Manahawakin             609 597 4755

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Join us for the 8th Annual ocean plunge on Super Bowl Sunday!

Are you part Polar Bear? Do you have what it takes to brave the icy cold Atlantic Ocean in February? Save the date and meet us on the 48th Street beach (in Brant Beach), and be home in plenty of time for the big game!

Pre-Registration is required. $30/person before Jan. 31; $35/person on Jan. 31. Students: only $15 before Feb. 5, and $20 on Feb. 5.

Prizes awarded for most funds raised, oldest and youngest plunger, best costume, and more.

Sponsored by St. Francis Community Center. All proceeds to benefit St. Francis Community Center & Southern Regional HS Swim Teams.

Location: The Beach
48Th Street
Brant Beach, NJ 08008
Phone: (609) 494-8861

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Craving something different this February? Long Beach Island Region of the Jersey Shore promises to sweeten your winter getaway

Treat yourself and the ones you love to some quality time in LBI this winter. Begin by downloading the themed reading and movie list, created by the local branches of the Ocean County Library. In addition to reading and movies suggestions, the library branches invite visitors and residents to stop in and register for their planned activities that correspond with Chocolate Week, Feb 11-20, a Destination Marketing Initiative in partnership with the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce and sponsor the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism.

This year is packed with activities for families, couples and own personal appetites such as free environmental events such as The Long Beach Island Foundation February Science Saturday will give a tribute to local ecosystem with a Chocolate Turtle Hand out Enjoy a Blissful Massage featuring a Mayan Gold Chocolate antioxidant drink with the area’s top spas. Stay overnight and take in the Minerva Bed & Breakfast Chocolate Cooking Class, Magnolia House’s Romantic Getaway or Daddy Os decadent dinners. Looking to getaway for more than a weekend? Visit local realtors including The Van Dyk Group, GA Anderson Agency for open houses with sweet treats or take the Golden Ticket Tour at Walter Homes in Barnegat. Take in some entertainment with a Valentine Dinner Comedy Show on Feb 12 at Long Shots, a Lighthouse International Film Festival Screening or Feb 17- Death By Chocolate – Murder Mystery Dinner Show at The Engleside Inn, Beach Haven benefiting the Tuckerton Seaport. Deliciously entertaining, interactive dinner show featuring a decadent three course dinner, topped off with Death by Chocolate. Guests will have the opportunity to play detective and guess “whodunit. for dinner show, as well as make it a weekend with special overnight package includes dinner, show, overnight accommodations at the Engleside Inn, breakfast and Tuckerton Seaport Guest Pass. Intermissions and hand outs. Back by popular demand is Chocolate Week Bartenders Competition starting at 8pm at TGI Friday’s in Manahawkin.

Chocolate Week is a series of offers, activities and events that include Valentine’s Day and President’s Day Weekend; to encourage out of area visitors as well as serving local residents. For a full list of chocolate week activities and to enter to win “Chocolate Week Sweetstakes” , an Unshredded Nostalgia of Barnegat sponsored a Sweet Hearts and Heart Throbs Basket which will be drawn in time for Valentine’s Day giving; go to www.visitlbiregion.com or their visitor center at 265 West Ninth Street Ship Bottom and 609 494 7211 . Keeping the focus on simple pleasures that tie in with Valentine’s Day and mid winter escapes, enjoy the series of special promotions, offers and classes that are being planned through local businesses and organizations to create a sweet vibe throughout the Long Beach Island Region of the Jersey Shore from Barnegat, Long Beach Island, Stafford and Tuckerton and Little Egg Harbor.

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Wednesday December 28th: Starlab: A Portable Planetarium at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Suitable for ages 5 to adult. Space is limited, call 609-494-2480 to register.

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- Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom – 609-494-7777

- Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7571 or 609-492-2108
“It’s not just about the journey, it’s about the love we want to share with you…Join us at Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church, Marine Street in Beach Haven this Christmas season.” Fr. Frank Crumbaugh, Rector/ 609-492-7271/office.
– Saturday, 24 December, 4:30pm – Though it is afull Eucharist, this service is geared especially toward families with children for whom the 10:30pm service is too late. In this service, the children of the parish assembled The Creche.
– Saturday, 24 December, 10:30pm/ – “Midnight Mass.”
– Sunday, 25 December, lOam – this is a quiet said service for those who want to keep Christmas worshiping “on the day.”
– Sunday, 1 January, 9:30am – a regular Sunday service providing an opportunity to keep Holy Name and begin the new year in prayer.
– Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-6888
- Island Baptist Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7584
- Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island – 609-492-4090
Please Note: JCC Shabbat Services are Friday evening at 7:30 PM at St.Thomas of Villanova Church in Surf City while the New Synagogue is being built.
– Kynett United Methodist Church of Beach Haven – 609-492-0421
- St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-8813
- St. Peter’s at the Light Episcopal Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-2398
- Terrace United Methodist Church in Beach Haven Terrace – 609-492-9843
- Zion Lutheran Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-8676

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FREE Holiday Crafts for Kids: Saturdays & Sundays through December 18th. 10am-12 noon at Regenerate in Beach Haven. Activities vary per week, call 609-492-9211 for more information.

Surflight Theatre: is proud to present a Holiday Musical Comedy, the premiere of Plaid Tidings – A Special Holiday Edition of Forever Plaid through December 18. Directed by Francis Kelly with choreography by Taryn Herman, and music direction by Jeremy Randall, Plaid Tidings – A Special Holiday Edition of Forever Plaid is written by Stuart Ross and continues the story of the singing group whose lives were lost in an accident involving a busload of teens en route to see The Ed Sullivan Show. Tickets are $36-$54. Tickets are available online at www.surflight.org.

Barnegat Lighthouse is Open: The # 2 tourism destination in the State Of New Jersey is open on weekends and has reported a “full parking lot” and a great number of visitors in the past few weekends.

“Watercolors: A Visual Story”: December 6 – January 31 at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Watercolor paintings by Pine Shores Art Assn. students of Carol Freas are exhibited. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.

Mah Jong: Wednesdays from 1-3pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library In Surf City. Some previous experience is required. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.

November 4-December 19: Small Works Exhibition: at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Call 609-494-1241 for hours and information. Reception is November 12 from 5-7pm.

Christmas Tree Sale: Through December 24 (or until all trees are sold) at the Shipbottom Fire House. Trees are fresh cut Douglas Firs, free local delivery is available. Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 4-7pm, Saturday 10am-7pm, Sunday 11am-6pm.

Food Donations Needed: The St. Francis Food Pantry in Brant Beach is acception donations of non-perishable foods as well as detergents, soaps, and shampoo.

Classes & Activities Offered: at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Classes vary from learning new languages to art mediums and sports lessons. Call 609-494-1241 for more information and registration.
Fiction Writers Group: Forming in Beach Haven: Meets 2 Thursdays per month from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Call Debi for more information 856-912-1369 .
SwellColors: Workshops EVERY day for people of all ages in glass mosaics and hot glass beadmaking. This is a great experience for anyone to try. We also have a set schedule of classes that are a lot of fun and participants make beautiful things. 110th St. (Virginia Ave.) and Long Beach Blvd. Haven Beach, NJ 08008. For more information, you can call 609-492-3783 or email http://mail.njlbi.com/edgedesk/cgi-bin/compose.exe?id=01653e5f646de9e32adbce631df70ee3e032&new=&xsl=compose.xsl&to=mary@swellcolors.com. You can also visit http://www.swellcolors.com/.

Coming Soon:

December 19: Anniversary & Holiday Celebration: 4-7pm at Kapler’s Pharmacy & regenerate in Harvey Cedars. Liver entertainment and train rides for kids all ages.

December 19: Brain Games: 1pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

December 20: Adult Writers Group Meets: 1-3pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. All are welcome, call 609-494-2480 for more information.

December 20: Totally Toddler: 10:30am at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Activity is for ages 18-36 months with caregiver. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

December 21: Gaming Club: 7pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Kids ages 10 and older are invited to drop in for Wii games, board games, and cards. Call 509-494-2480 for more information.

December 21: Teen Advisory Board Meets: 6pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Kids in grades 7-12 are invited to make suggestions for programs, events and more. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.

December 21: Pieceful Shores Quilters Guild Meets: 1-3pm at the Long Beach Township Municipal Building community room. The program is a Christmas party with a wrapped fat quarter swap. Handmade ornaments my be brought for show and tell. All are welcome, call Mary Ann Bogaczyk at 609-597-4325 or Elsa Chabala at 609-607-0991 .

December 22: Children’s Story Hour: 4-5pm at the Beach Haven Library on Third Street. The activity is for grades pre-K to 3rd. Call 609-492-7081 for more information.
Health and Living Well on LBI

- Flu Shots Offered by Appointment: At the LBI Health Department in Haven Beach. Call 609-492-1212 to make appointment.

- Yoga and Pilate’s – Elite Fitness – 12904 Long Beach Blvd, Beach Haven Terrace – Call for schedule: 609-492-9300 or check www.elitefitnesslbi.com

- St. Francis Senior Services: Outreach workers are available to assist with a variety of senior needs. Call 609-294-1197 for more information.

- Child & Adolescent Health Programs: Physical exams and immunizations are available for infants and children through age 18 at the LBI Health Department. Call 609-492-1212 for more information.
- Well Baby Clinic: at the LBI Health Department in Haven Beach. Call 609-361-1000 ex 250 or 609-492-1212 for appointment and information.

For Your Interest:
- Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church:

- Seedling Sale: Offered by the Garden Club of LBI A variety of seedlings, grass, and fertilizer tabs. Call 609-494-5791 or visit www.thegardencluboflbi.com for more details.

- LBI Woodcarvers Association: meets 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm. Call 609-296-5606 for location.

- St. Francis Community Pool Donations Sought: Send to St. Francis Swimming Pool Fund, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. Brant Beach, NJ 08008.

- Beach Haven Community Arts Program’s Commemorative Bricks: Bricks are placed in the paths at Veterans’ Bicentennial Park in Beach Haven. Donations are $50 and order forms are available at the Beach Haven Library, borough hall, Uncle Will’s Pancake House, or call 609-492-8362 .

- Ongoing classes at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Visit http://www.lbifoundation.org/ for schedule and more information.

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LBI Events Courtesy Of LBI Business Alliance.

Thursday December 15th:

1. Storytime and Craft: 3:45pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

Friday December 16th:

1. LBI Business Alliance Night At Surflight Theatre: Package Price of $59 includes Dinner at Carmen’s in Beach Haven & A Special Holiday Musical at Surflight. Separately – Show Tickets only $34 and dinner at Carmen’s only $25 **for tickets please call Gay at 609-492-9477 ext. 203.

2. Christmas Sing-along: 7pm at Zion Lutheran Church in Barnegat Light. Dough Simpson leads the singing, all are welcome. Call 609-494-2890 for more information.

Sunday December 18th:

1. Holiday Jubilee: 2-9pm at Duchman’s Brauhaus, Cedar Bonnet Island. Luncheon buffet $20, 2-4pm and includes food gratuity, dinner buffet $20, starting at 5pm and includes food gratuity. Entertainment by Pat Karwan, Tony Pileggi, and Chuck Miller from 2-9pm. All proceeds benefit Tuckerton Seaport. Reservations are requested. Call 609-494-6910 for more information.

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Surflight Theatre Holiday Musical Comedy “Plaid Tidings” – Dec. 8 – 18

Surflight Theatre Fundraiser at Carmen’s Restaurant – Dec. 9

Maris Stella Conference Center “Advent Weekend Retreat” – Dec. 9 – 11

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church “Advent Quiet Morning” – Dec. 10

LBI Foundation “Tye Dye Town for Kids” – Dec. 10

Christmas Tree Lighting at Veterans Bicentennial Park – Dec. 10

LBI Historical Museum In Beach Haven “Gingerbread House Contest” – Dec. 10

LBI Business Alliance Christmas Party At Nardi’s – Dec. 12

Surflight Theatre Dec. 8 – 18: is proud to present a Holiday Musical Comedy, the premiere of Plaid Tidings – A Special Holiday Edition of Forever Plaid through December 18. Directed by Francis Kelly with choreography by Taryn Herman, and music direction by Jeremy Randall, Plaid Tidings – A Special Holiday Edition of Forever Plaid is written by Stuart Ross and continues the story of the singing group whose lives were lost in an accident involving a busload of teens en route to see The Ed Sullivan Show. Encouraged by a heavenly phone call from Rosemary Clooney, the high-spirited boys of Forever Plaid – Frankie, Sparky, Jinx and Smudge are transported from the ethereal cosmos to stage a nostalgic holiday extravaganza for world-weary mortals on Earth. Stuffed with such Plaid-erized Christmas standards as Mr. Santa, Let It Snow and Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Plaid Tidings is one holiday treat that is truly heaven-sent.

Stuart Ross directed the original New York production of Forever Plaid and many of the long-running productions around the world. He also helmed Forever Plaid: The Movie, which is slated for release in the spring of 2012. The Sound of Plaid, the coed glee club version of Forever Plaid, has been performed in schools and colleges around the country.
Tickets are $36-$54. Tickets are available online at www.surflight.org. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Surflight box office, by phone at 609-492-9477 . For groups (15 or more) call: 609-492-9477 X-201

Surflight Theatre: Dinner & Silent Auction Fundraiser Dec. 9 at 7:30 pm – Meet in person Andrea McCardle, Broadway’s original Annie. Join award-winning Broadway star Andrea McArdle (Annie, Beauty and the Beast, Les Miserables, Starlight Express, State Fair) along with award-winning Broadway producers Roy Miller (West Side Story revival, The Drowsy Chaperone, Ragtime, etc.) and Timothy Laczynski (The Pee-wee Herman Show, A Christmas Story) for an evening of fine food and fabulous entertainment.

Tim and Roy are also Surflight’s Executive Producer and Artistic Director, and they will be on hand to share exciting news about Surflight’s upcoming 2012 season and their upcoming Broadway projects. Also, enjoy a special drop-in appearance from the cast of Surflight’s current holiday production Plaid Tidings. It’s a fun evening you do not want to miss. All inclusive $75 price includes Soup, Salad, Choice of Slow roasted prime rib with a horseradish cream sauce, Sauteed Chicken with wild mushroom marsala sauce. Baked Salmon with a fresh lemon and dill sauce, and dessert. Coffee, Tea and Iced Tea included – Bring Your Own Wine.A Silent Auction of Surflight Theatre memorabilia, theatre ticket packages, and a special Dinner for Four, prepared by Carmen’s award-winning Executive Chef in your LBI home! For Reservations Call Carmen’s Restaurant at 609-848-9650 , located at 122 North Bay Ave., Beach Haven, NJ 08008.

Maris Stella Conference Center “Advent Weekend Retreat” Dec. 9 – 11: at the Maris Stella Retreat & Conference Center located at 7201 Long Beach Blvd. in Harvey Cedars. The retreat focus is “Paying Love Forward” and the cost is $150. Please call 609-494-1182 for more information and to register.

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church “Advent Quiet Morning” December 10 from 9:30 am-12:30 pm: Advent Quiet Morning led by Dr. Krom – we let the season’s schedule run away with our time and attention. Come and spend a morning reclaiming the quiet anticipation of Advent for yourself.

LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies “Tye Dye Town for Kids” Dec. 10 from 10 am – 11:30 am:
For more information and costs please call 609-494-1241 .

Christmas Tree Lighting at Veterans Bicentennial Park in Beach Haven Dec. 10 at 7 pm: Tree lighting is followed by caroling around the town by Surflight Singers, ending at Carmen’s for cocoa and Buckalew’s for wine by the fire.

LBI Historical Museum In Beach Haven “Gingerbread House Contest” Dec. 10: Entries must be dropped off at Under the Mistletoe or Regenerate after November 25th. Please call 609-492-0070 for more information.

LBI Business Alliance Christmas Party At Nardi’s Dec. 12 starts at 6:30 pm: The LBI Business Alliance Invites You To Our 3rd Annual Christmas “Party At Nardi’s.” Have A Great Time And Network With Everyone – Only $20 All You Can Eat & Drink (Beer & Wine) – It’s An Inexpensive And Fun Party For Only $20 – O.K. To Invite All Your Staff And Your Friends.
Learn What The LBI Business Alliance Does For You.

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Holiday Market & Craft Fair under huge heated tents, 10am – 4pm
Wine tasting * Historic House Tours * Horse Drawn Cart Rides * Santa Carving Demos
Food, Refreshments & Entertainment

Tuckerton Seaport, 609-296-8868

TuckertonSeaport.org

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Amanda Lusk and her mother Sandi Smith-Lusk of Ship Bottom are the lucky winners of 2 free tickets to Plaid Tidings, a special Holiday Edition of Forever Plaid, now running thru December 18th at The Surflight Theater in Beach Haven, 609-492-9477. Watch for more LBI Link contests in the near future, and thanks to all who entered.

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Weekly LBI Events Courtesy of LBI Business Alliance.

Monday December 5th:

1. How to Prepare Shrimp: 6-8pm at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-494-1241 for more information.

2. Luncheon and Card Party: At Bisque restaurant in Ship Bottom. The LBI Chapter Deborah Hospital Foundation hosts the event. Cost is $20. Call 609-597-3746 for menu selection and reservations.

3. Brain Games: 1pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

Tuesday December 6th:

1. Adult Writers Group Meets: 1-3pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. All are welcome, call 609-494-2480 for more information.

2. Book Discussion: 1pm at the Beach Haven Library on Third Street & Beach Avenue. The subject is Dreams of Joy by Lisa See, a sequel to Shanghai Girls. Call 609-492-7081 for more information.

Wednesday December 7th:

1. LBI Chapter Deborah Hospital Foundation Meeting & Christmas Potluck Dinner: 6:30pm at the Ethel Jacobsen School in Surf City. All are welcome, call 609-494-5631 for more information.

Thursday December 8th:

1. Holiday Tour of Homes: 10am-4pm. The LBI garden Club hosts the event, featuring 7 homes decorated for the holidays by the club, a tea and boutique. Tickets are $35, order at www.thegardencluboflbi.com

2. Film: “Bringing Up Baby”: 2pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. A 1938 black-and-white classic starring Katherine Hepburn and Cary Grant. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

3. Music & Movement: 10:30am at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. For ages 2-6, call 609-494-2480 to register.

Friday December 9th:

1. Dinner and Silent Auction to benefit Surflight Theatre: Meet Andrea McArdle, Broadway’s Original Annie! Carmen’s Restaurant in Beach Haven, 7:30pm. $75 per person, inclusive. Call 609-848-9650 for more information.

2. December 9-11: Advent Weekend Retreat: At the Maris Stella Retreat & Conference Center in Harvey Cedars. The focus is “Paying Love Forward.” Cost is $150, call 609-494-1182 for more information and to register.

Saturday December 10th:

1. Crazy Crafts: 2:30pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Kids of all ages are invited to drop in. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.

2. Flameworking Glass Beads: 10am-noon at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-494-1241 for more information.

3. Gingerbread House Contest: at the LBI Historical Museum in Beach Haven. Entries must be dropped off at Under the Mistletoe or Regenerate after November 25th. Call 609-492-0700 for more information.

4. Tye Dye Town for Kids: 10-11:30am at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-494-1241 for more information.

5. Tree Lighting: 7pm at Veterans Bicentennial Park in Beach Haven. Tree lighting is followed by caroling around the town by Surflight Singers, ending at Carmen’s for cocoa and Buckalew’s for wine by the fire.

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Don’t miss the fun in Ship Bottom on the weekend of December 3rd. There are lots of things to do to ring in the Holiday season. The Ship Bottom Merchants are once again inviting you to join in their holiday treasure hunt for fun and prizes. Starting on Friday, December 2nd at 12 noon, stop in at the following merchants and collect a coin. There is no purchase necessary. Several secret coins are marked as winners. Collect a coin from each of the participating merchants for a chance to win big. Coins will be available from 12 noon on Friday till 5:00pm Saturday. After the tree lighting on the lawn at Borough Hall, 5:00 pm, join us at Joe Pops for the awarding of prizes for the secret coins, the ornament contest, and the homemade floats from the Parade.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2ND at SEA OAKS COUNTRY CLUB, Rt. 539, Little Egg Harbor, NJ. Gourmet Hors D’oeuvres, Buffet & Carving Stations, Open Bar 6:00 – 9:00 PM . CHINESE & SILENT AUCTIONS 6:00 – 9:00 PM , LIVE AUCTION 8:30 – 11:00 PM . DONATION $85. Entertainment and Door Prizes: Electronics • Jewelry • Paintings • Sports Memorabilia Artwork •Toys • Gifts • Services, Etc. FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION, 609-597-8860, OR VISIT WWW.LBIROTARY.COMCASTBIZ.NET

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The Holiday Season has begun! Get excited with these events!!

Monday November 28th:

1. Movie Night: “O Brother Where Art Thou?”: 7pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Fil is rated PG-13, call 609-494-2480 for more information.

Tuesday November 29th:

1. Storytime: 2:30pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. For ages 4-8. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

Wednesday November 30th:

1. Healing Touch Clinic: 5:30-7:30pm at Causeway Chiropractic in Ship Bottom. Healing Touch is a relaxing, nurturing energy therapy. The clinic is free but donations are accepted. Email info@oceanhealingtouch.com for more information.

2. Traditional Celtic Tales: 7pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Historical interpreter David Emerson retells the colorful and ancient tales of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Cornwall. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

Thursday December 1st:

1. Day of Reflection for the Unemployed: 10am-3:30pm at Maris Stella Retreat & Conference Center in Harve Cedars. Sister Audrey Mologhney presents “A Time to Put Aside Loss.” Lunch is included, there is no cost. Registration deadline is November 20. Call 609-494-2917 .

Friday December 2nd:

1. Messiah Sing: The New Jersey Chamber Singers with conductor Reid Masters and organist Neil Brown perform at 8pm at Holy Innocent’s Episcopal Church on Marine Street in Beach Haven. The Messiah, Christmas selections, and the Halleluja Chorus will be performed. Singers who wish to join may bring their own musical score, but all are welcome to join the audience. A free will offering will be collected and a reception will follow the performance. Call 609-492-7571 for more information.

2. Ship Bottom Holiday Treasure Hunt: Collect coins from each of the following merchants: B&B, Pottery Barge, Thing-a-Drift, Shell Liquors, C21 Mary Allen Realty, Surf Unlimited, Greenhouse Caf�e, Coconuts, The Haymarket, Serenity Design, Ron Jons, and LBI Realty and bring coins to the tree lighting for the chance to win prizes. Begins Friday at 12 noon and continues through until 5pm Saturday.

Saturday December 3rd:

1. Make a Card Basket: 10am-2pm at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-449-1241 for more information.

2. Ship Bottom Volunteer Fire Co. Fundraiser: 4pm. A progressive 50-50 drawing will be held at the firehouse, on 21st & Central Ave, Tickets are $5, available from any member.

3. Ship Bottom Christmas Parade and Winter Festival: 10am-4pm. Parade route is from 5th to 25th Street (1pm).

4. Fantasy Island Christmas Parade Events & After Party: Look for characters of “Our Fantasy Island” in the parade, as well as Mayor Gator who will be handing out special gifts! Fantasy Island will be hosting the after party event for the parade from 3-6pm, where kids can enjoy a free goodie buffet, free pictures with Santa, and can redeem their special gift! Santa will have “Our Fantasy Island” storybooks while supplies last.

5. Children’s Drawing & Painting: 10-11:30am at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-494-1241 for more information.

7. Lighthouse International Film Society Screening: 8pm at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Film is “The Immaculate Misconception.” Admission is $5. Call 609-494-1241 for more information.

Worship on Long Beach Island

- Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom – 609-494-7777
- Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7571 or 609-492-2108
- Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-6888
- Island Baptist Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7584
- Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island – 609-492-4090

Please Note: JCC Shabbat Services are Friday evening at 7:30 PM at St.Thomas of Villanova Church in Surf City while the New Synagogue is being built.

- Kynett United Methodist Church of Beach Haven – 609-492-0421
- St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-8813
- St. Peter’s at the Light Episcopal Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-2398
- Terrace United Methodist Church in Beach Haven Terrace – 609-492-9843
- Zion Lutheran Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-8676

Weekly Entertainment and Performances Found At:

- Bayberry Inn: ( 609-494-8848 )
- Buckalew’s Tavern & Restaurant: ( 609-492-1065 )
- Daddy O: ( 609-494-1300 )
- The Gateway: ( 609-494-1661 )
- Nardi’s Tavern: ( 609-492-9538 )

Ongoing Events:

Just Bead It: Offers beading classes DAILY for all ages. Our friendly, talented staff is eager to assist you in learning new techniques to handcraft your own unique jewelry! Call 609-492-BEAD

Barnegat Lighthouse is Open: The # 2 tourism destination in the State Of New Jersey is open on weekends and has reported a “full parking lot” and a great number of visitors in the past few weekends.

FREE Holiday Crafts for Kids: Saturdays & Sundays through December 18th. 10am-12 noon at Regenerate in Beach Haven. Activities vary per week, call 609-492-9211 for more information.

November 25-December 18: Plaid Tidings: Surflight Theatre. With James Bray, Preston Dyar, Robert Fowler, and Francis Kelly starring as the “Plaid Lads.” Call 609-492-9477 for tickets.

“Watercolors: A Visual Story”: December 6 – January 31 at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Watercolor paintings by Pine Shores Art Assn. students of Carol Freas are exhibited. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.

Annual LBI Surf Fishing Tournament: October 8-December 4 on the beaches of LBI. Anglers weigh in striped bass and bluefish to compete for thousands of dollars in cash and prizes in daily, weekly, segment and grand prizes. Boats not permitted. Rules are available online or at the Southern Ocean Chamber of Commercce on West 9th Street in Ship Bottom. Call 609-494-7211 for more information.

Halloween Candy Buy-back: through November 30th: Ocean Family Dental, Ship Bottom. Kids get $1 per pound of their candy, which will be sent to our troops.

Mah Jong: Wednesdays from 1-3pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library In Surf City. Some previous experience is required. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.

November 4-December 19: Small Works Exhibition: at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Call 609-494-1241 for hours and information. Reception is November 12 from 5-7pm.

Food Donations Needed: The St. Francis Food Pantry in Brant Beach is acception donations of non-perishable foods as well as detergents, soaps, and shampoo.

Awana Club Meets: 6:30-8pm at Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom every Thursday. All children welcome for songs, skits, Bible lessons and more. Call 609-494-7777 for more information.

Classes & Activities Offered: at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Classes vary from learning new languages to art mediums and sports lessons. Call 609-494-1241 for more information and registration.

Fiction Writers Group: Forming in Beach Haven: Meets 2 Thursdays per month from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Call Debi for more information 856-912-1369 .

SwellColors: Workshops EVERY day for people of all ages in glass mosaics and hot glass beadmaking. This is a great experience for anyone to try. We also have a set schedule of classes that are a lot of fun and participants make beautiful things. 110th St. (Virginia Ave.) and Long Beach Blvd. Haven Beach, NJ 08008. For more information,

Coming Soon:

December 5: How to Prepare Shrimp: 6-8pm at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-494-1241 for more information.

December 5: Luncheon and Card Party: At Bisque restaurant in Ship Bottom. The LBI Chapter Deborah Hospital Foundation hosts the event. Cost is $20. Call 609-597-3746 for menu selection and reservations.

December 5: Brain Games: 1pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

December 6: Adult Writers Group Meets: 1-3pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. All are welcome, call 609-494-2480 for more information.

December 7: LBI Chapter Deborah Hospital Foundation Meeting & Christmas Potluck Dinner: 6:30pm at the Ethel Jacobsen School in Surf City. All are welcome, call 609-494-5631 for more information.

December 8: Holiday Tour of Homes: 10am-4pm. The LBI garden Club hosts the event, featuring 7 homes decorated for the holidays by the club, a tea and boutique. Tickets are $35, order at www.thegardencluboflbi.com

December 8: Film: “Bringing Up Baby”: 2pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. A 1938 black-and-white classic starring Katherine Hepburn and Cary Grant. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

December 8: Music & Movement: 10:30am at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. For ages 2-6, call 609-494-2480 to register.

December 9: Dinner and Silent Auction to benefit Surflight Theatre. Meet Andrea McArdle, Broadway’s Original Annie! Carmen’s Restaurant in Beach Haven, 7:30pm. $75 per person, inclusive. Call 609-848-9650 for more information.

December 9-11: Advent Weekend Retreat: At the Maris Stella Retreat & Conference Center in Harvey Cedars. The focus is “Paying Love Forward.” Cost is $150, call 609-494-1182 for more information and to register.

December 10: Crazy Crafts: 2:30pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Kids of all ages are invited to drop in. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.

December 10: Flameworking Glass Beads: 10am-noon at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-494-1241 for more information.

December 10: Gingerbread House Contest: at the LBI Historical Museum in Beach Haven. Entries must be dropped off at Under the Mistletoe or Regenerate after November 25th. Call 609-492-0700 for more information.

December 10: Tye Dye Town for Kids: 10-11:30am at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-494-1241 for more information.

December 10: Tree Lighting: 7pm at Veterans Bicentennial Park in Beach Haven. Tree lighting is followed by caroling around the town by Surflight Singers, ending at Carmen’s for cocoa and Buckalew’s for wine by the fire.

Health and Living Well on LBI

- Free Blood Pressure Screening: 11am on Tuesday December 6th at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.

- AtlantiCare Medical Center’s RNS Mobile Digital Mammography: December 9th at the LBI Health Department in Haven Beach. For appointment, call 800-246-2404 .

- Flu Shots Offered by Appointment: At the LBI Health Department in Haven Beach. Call 609-492-1212 to make appointment.

- Yoga and Pilate’s – Elite Fitness – 12904 Long Beach Blvd, Beach Haven Terrace – Call for schedule: 609-492-9300 or check www.elitefitnesslbi.com

- St. Francis Senior Services: Outreach workers are available to assist with a variety of senior needs. Call 609-294-1197 for more information.

- Child & Adolescent Health Programs: Physical exams and immunizations are available for infants and children through age 18 at the LBI Health Department. Call 609-492-1212 for more information.

- Well Baby Clinic: at the LBI Health Department in Haven Beach. Call 609-361-1000 ex 250 or 609-492-1212 for appointment and information.

For Your Interest:
- Seedling Sale: Offered by the Garden Club of LBI A variety of seedlings, grass, and fertilizer tabs. Call 609-494-5791 or visit www.thegardencluboflbi.com for more details.

- LBI Woodcarvers Association: meets 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm. Call 609-296-5606 for location.

- Awana Clubs Meet: Thursdays 6:30-8pm at Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom. All children are welcome for songs, skits, games, Bible lessons and more. Age groups include age 3-pre-K, grades K-2 and 3-6. Donation per session.

- St. Francis Community Pool Donations Sought: Send to St. Francis Swimming Pool Fund, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. Brant Beach, NJ 08008.

- Beach Haven Community Arts Program’s Commemorative Bricks: Bricks are placed in the paths at Veterans’ Bicentennial Park in Beach Haven. Donations are $50 and order forms are available at the Beach Haven Library, borough hall, Uncle Will’s Pancake House, or call 609-492-8362 .

- Ongoing classes at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Visit http://www.lbifoundation.org/ for schedule and more information.

- New Members Wanted: The St. Francis Guild invites all interested in knitting, crochet, quilting, and/or other crafts to participate. Meets Wednesdays from 10am-2pm at the St. Francis Center in Brant Beach. Call Lenore Kane at 609-494-7330 for more information.

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One of LBI’s best places to check out the waves, at the entrance to The Wildlife Refuge in Holgate.

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Courtesy Of The LBI Business Alliance.

Thursday November 24th: Happy Thanksgiving!!

Friday November 25th:

1. Diving with Leonardo da Vinci: 7pm at the useum of NJ Maritime History on Dock Road in Beach Haven. Fred Barthes of Northeast Dive Equipment Group presents the history of centuries of diving from da Vinci to the present. Donation requested. Call 609-492-0202 for more information.

Saturday November 26th:

1. Watercolor Demonstration by Carol Freas: 11am-4pm at Things-A-Drift in Surf City.

2. Wedding Open House: Noon-3pm at The Gables in Beach Haven. Engaged couples and their entourages may tour the venue, sample food items and meet with Gables staff and some local vendors. Reservations are requested, call 609-492-3353 for more information.

3. Children’s Drawing & Painting: 10-11:30am at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-494-1241 for more information.

Sunday November 27th:

1. Community Tree Lighting: 6pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Brant Beach. Attendees are welcome to bring weather-proof ornaments as a memorial. Call 609-494-6888 for more information.

Worship on Long Beach Island

- Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom – 609-494-7777
- Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7571 or 609-492-2108
- Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-6888
- Island Baptist Church in Beach Haven – 609-492-7584
- Jewish Community Center of Long Beach Island – 609-492-4090

Please Note: JCC Shabbat Services are Friday evening at 8:00 PM and Saturday morning at 9:30 AM at St.Thomas of Villanova Church in Surf City while the New Synagogue is being built. Shabbat on the beach on Friday, June 24th at 5:30 PM at the beach on 24th Street, Spray Beach.

- Kynett United Methodist Church of Beach Haven – 609-492-0421
- St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Brant Beach – 609-494-8813
- St. Peter’s at the Light Episcopal Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-2398
- Terrace United Methodist Church in Beach Haven Terrace – 609-492-9843
- Zion Lutheran Church in Barnegat Light – 609-494-8676

Weekly Entertainment and Performances Found At:

- Bayberry Inn: ( 609-494-8848 )
- Buckalew’s Tavern & Restaurant: ( 609-492-1065 )
- Daddy O: ( 609-494-1300 )
- The Gateway: ( 609-494-1661 )
- Nardi’s Tavern: ( 609-492-9538 )

Ongoing Events:

Just Bead It: Offers beading classes DAILY for all ages. Our friendly, talented staff is eager to assist you in learning new techniques to handcraft your own unique jewelry! Call 609-492-BEAD

Barnegat Lighthouse is Open: The # 2 tourism destination in the State Of New Jersey is open on weekends and has reported a “full parking lot” and a great number of visitors in the past few weekends.

November 25-December 18: Plaid Tidings: Surflight Theatre. Call 609-492-9477 for tickets.

Annual LBI Surf Fishing Tournament: October 8-December 4 on the beaches of LBI. Anglers weigh in striped bass and bluefish to compete for thousands of dollars in cash and prizes in daily, weekly, segment and grand prizes. Boats not permitted. Rules are available online or at the Southern Ocean Chamber of Commercce on West 9th Street in Ship Bottom. Call 609-494-7211 for more information.

Halloween Candy Buy-back: through November 30th: Ocean Family Dental, Ship Bottom. Kids get $1 per pound of their candy, which will be sent to our troops.

Mah Jong: Wednesdays from 1-3pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library In Surf City. Some previous experience is required. Call 609-494-2480 for more information.

November 4-December 19: Small Works Exhibition: at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Call 609-494-1241 for hours and information. Reception is November 12 from 5-7pm.

Food Donations Needed: The St. Francis Food Pantry in Brant Beach is acception donations of non-perishable foods as well as detergents, soaps, and shampoo.

Awana Club Meets: 6:30-8pm at Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom every Thursday. All children welcome for songs, skits, Bible lessons and more. Call 609-494-7777 for more information.

Classes & Activities Offered: at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Classes vary from learning new languages to art mediums and sports lessons. Call 609-494-1241 for more information and registration.
Fiction Writers Group: Forming in Beach Haven: Meets 2 Thursdays per month from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Call Debi for more information 856-912-1369 .
SwellColors: Workshops EVERY day for people of all ages in glass mosaics and hot glass beadmaking. This is a great experience for anyone to try. We also have a set schedule of classes that are a lot of fun and participants make beautiful things. 110th St. (Virginia Ave.) and Long Beach Blvd. Haven Beach, NJ 08008. For more information, you can call 609-492-3783

Coming Soon:

November 29: Storytime: 2:30pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. For ages 4-8. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

November 30: Healing Touch Clinic: 5:30-7:30pm at Causeway Chiropractic in Ship Bottom. Healing Touch is a relaxing, nurturing energy therapy. The clinic is free but donations are accepted. Email info@oceanhealingtouch.com for more information.

November 30: Traditional Celtic Tales: 7pm at the Island Branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City. Historical interpreter David Emerson retells the colorful and ancient tales of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Cornwall. Call 609-494-2480 to register.

December 1: Day of Reflection for the Unemployed: 10am-3:30pm at Maris Stella Retreat & Conference Center in Harve Cedars. Sister Audrey Mologhney presents “A Time to Put Aside Loss.” Lunch is included, there is no cost. Registration deadline is November 20. Call 609-494-2917 .

December 3: Make a Card Basket: 10am-2pm at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences in Loveladies. Fees vary, call 609-449-1241 for more information.

December 3: Ship Bottom Volunteer Fire Co. Fundraiser: 4pm. A progressive 50-50 drawing will be held at the firehouse, on 21st & Central Ave, Tickets are $5, available from any member.

December 3: Ship Bottom Christmas Parade and Winter Festival: 10am-4pm. Parade route is from 5th to 25th Street (1pm).

December 3: Fantasy Island Christmas Parade Events & After Party: Look for characters of “Our Fantasy Island” in the parade, as well as Mayor Gator who will be handing out special gifts! Fantasy Island will be hosting the after party event for the parade from 3-6pm, where kids can get free goodie bags, free pictures with Santa, and they can redee, their special gift! Santa will have “Our Fantasy Island” storybooks while supplies last.

December 8: Holiday Tour of Homes: 10am-4pm. The LBI garden Club hosts the event, featuring 7 homes decorated for the holidays by the club, a tea and boutique. Tickets are $35, order at www.thegardencluboflbi.com

December 9: Dinner and Silent Auction to benefit Surflight Theatre. Carmen’s Restaurant in Beach Haven, 7:30pm. $75 per person, inclusive. Call 609-848-9650 for more information.
Health and Living Well on LBI

- Flu Shots Offered by Appointment: At the LBI Health Department in Haven Beach. Call 609-492-1212 to make appointment.

- Yoga and Pilate’s – Elite Fitness – 12904 Long Beach Blvd, Beach Haven Terrace – Call for schedule: 609-492-9300 or check www.elitefitnesslbi.com

- St. Francis Senior Services: Outreach workers are available to assist with a variety of senior needs. Call 609-294-1197 for more information.

- Child & Adolescent Health Programs: Physical exams and immunizations are available for infants and children through age 18 at the LBI Health Department. Call 609-492-1212 for more information.
- Well Baby Clinic: at the LBI Health Department in Haven Beach. Call 609-361-1000 ex 250 or 609-492-1212 for appointment and information.

For Your Interest:
- Seedling Sale: Offered by the Garden Club of LBI A variety of seedlings, grass, and fertilizer tabs. Call 609-494-5791 or visit www.thegardencluboflbi.com for more details.

- LBI Woodcarvers Association: meets 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm. Call 609-296-5606 for location.

- Awana Clubs Meet: Thursdays 6:30-8pm at Grace Calvary Church in Ship Bottom. All children are welcome for songs, skits, games, Bible lessons and more. Age groups include age 3-pre-K, grades K-2 and 3-6. Donation per session.

- St. Francis Community Pool Donations Sought: Send to St. Francis Swimming Pool Fund, 4700 Long Beach Blvd. Brant Beach, NJ 08008.

- Beach Haven Community Arts Program’s Commemorative Bricks: Bricks are placed in the paths at Veterans’ Bicentennial Park in Beach Haven. Donations are $50 and order forms are available at the Beach Haven Library, borough hall, Uncle Will’s Pancake House, or call 609-492-8362 .

- Ongoing classes at the LBI Foundation of the Arts & Sciences. Visit http://www.lbifoundation.org/ for schedule and more information.

- New Members Wanted: The St. Francis Guild invites all interested in knitting, crochet, quilting, and/or other crafts to participate. Meets Wednesdays from 10am-2pm at the St. Francis Center in Brant Beach. Call Lenore Kane at 609-494-7330 for more information.

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