Wednesday-Sunday, May 15-19, 2024
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour this beautifully restored 18th century house with exhibits that help tell the story of the region's history and the Hartshorne family legacy in Monmouth County. Tours are limited to 10 persons and may be suspended during severe weather conditions. Register on site at the Portland Place Visitor Center, Hartshorne Woods Park, Locust, day of tour. FREE!
Saturday, May 18, 2024

Bring established native plants in four-inch, one quart, or 1-2-gallon containers to exchange with like sizes. Label all plants. Only plants native to the Mid-Atlantic Region of the United States will be accepted. Please label all plants. Plant intake from 8-10 a.m. Held at Deep Cut Gardens, Middletown. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, May 18 & 19, 2024
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275
See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE!
Saturday, May 18, 2024
12-3 p.m.
Visit Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and see how a woodworker studies his materials, plies his tools, and crafts beautiful and functional items. FREE!
Saturday, May 18, 2024
1-3 p.m.
Hear melodies of the 1890s played on the accordion during your visit to Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. FREE!
Saturday, May 18, 2024
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join us for this open shoot at the Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft. This is NOT a beginner instructional program. If you are new to archery, register for one of our instructional classes prior to attending. All equipment is provided. Open to ages 10 and up; under 18 with adult. The cost is $10 per person; cash or check only.
Saturday & Sunday, May 18 & 19, 2024
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-751-9453
These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only.
Sunday, May 19, 2024
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
609-259-6275
Spend a day celebrating 200 years of Waln history at picturesque Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. FREE!
Sunday, May 19, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Monday, May 20, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Monmouth County Planning Board Meeting
Monday, May 20th, 2024
2 p.m.
732-431-7460
Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room Hall of Records Annex, 2nd Floor One East Main Street, Freehold, NJ
Wednesday-Sunday, May 22-26, 2024
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour this beautifully restored 18th century house with exhibits that help tell the story of the region's history and the Hartshorne family legacy in Monmouth County. Tours are limited to 10 persons and may be suspended during severe weather conditions. Register on site at the Portland Place Visitor Center, Hartshorne Woods Park, Locust, day of tour. FREE!
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
7-8 p.m.
Come to the Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center, Port Monmouth, and discover why the population of horseshoe crabs is declining and what people are doing to protect the crab through research, and what you can do to help during this talk. FREE!
Thursday, May 23, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, May 25 & 26, 2024
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
732-842-4000
Canoes will be available for rent on Marlu Lake in Thompson Park, Lincroft. All equipment provided; limited number of canoes available. Open to all ages; under 18 with adult. All rentals must be returned by 3 p.m. Fee is $15 per boat for 1-3 people for two hours. Cash or check only.
Saturday & Sunday, May 25 & 26, 2024
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour the restored Historic Battery Lewis in the Rocky Point section of Hartshorne Woods Park, Highlands, and learn about the history of this important former coastal defense site. FREE!
Saturday, May 25, 2024
1-3 p.m.
View the lost art of applying decorative designs with a needle and thread. Be inspired by the various stitches and embellishments to create a beautiful piece of clothing or decoration for the home. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, May 25 & 26, 2024
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275
See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE!
Saturday, May 25, 2024
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
See what's cooking on the woodstove at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and discover how recipes, cooking techniques and kitchens have changed since the 1890s. FREE!
Saturday-Monday, May 25-27, 2024
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-751-9453
These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only.
Sunday, May 26, 2024
11-11:45 a.m.
609-259-6275
Join us for story time beside the picturesque Crosswicks Creek at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Children are welcome to bring a snack and a mat, blanket or towel to sit on. FREE!
Sunday, May 26, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Monday, May 27, 2024
12-3 p.m.
Enjoy the good company of family and friends at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, as we honor this early American holiday. FREE!
Monmouth County Development Review Committee Meeting
Tuesday, May 28th, 2024
2 p.m.
732-431-7460
Location: In person in the Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room
Wednesday-Sunday, May 29-June 2, 2024
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour this beautifully restored 18th century house with exhibits that help tell the story of the region's history and the Hartshorne family legacy in Monmouth County. Tours are limited to 10 persons and may be suspended during severe weather conditions. Register on site at the Portland Place Visitor Center, Hartshorne Woods Park, Locust, day of tour. FREE!
Thursday, May 30, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Saturday, June 1, 2024
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
732-671-6050
Stop by Deep Cut Gardens, Middletown, and enjoy tours, demonstrations, drop-in activities for children and more. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, June 1 & 2, 2024
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour the restored Historic Battery Lewis in the Rocky Point section of Hartshorne Woods Park, Highlands, and learn about the history of this important former coastal defense site. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, June 1 & 2, 2024
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275
See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, June 1 & 2, 2024
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-751-9453
These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only.
Sunday, June 2, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Monday, June 3, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Monmouth County Agriculture Development Board Meeting
Tuesday, June 4th, 2024
7:30 p.m.- 10 p.m.
732-431-7460
Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room Hall of Records Annex 2nd Floor 1 East Main St., Freehold and Virtually via WebEx Web Conference
Monmouth County Amendment Review Committee
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
11 a.m.
732-431-7460
Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Hall of Records Annex Building, One East Main Street, Freehold, New Jersey 07728
Wednesday-Sunday, June 5-9, 2024
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour this beautifully restored 18th century house with exhibits that help tell the story of the region's history and the Hartshorne family legacy in Monmouth County. Tours are limited to 10 persons and may be suspended during severe weather conditions. Register on site at the Portland Place Visitor Center, Hartshorne Woods Park, Locust, day of tour. FREE!
Thursday, June 6, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Thursday, June 6, 2024
3-5 p.m.
609-259-6275
Tour the house that the Walns once called home at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold, and sample ice cream made from an 18th century recipe on the front porch as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the arrival of the Waln's at the site. FREE!
Monmouth County Environmental Council Meeting
Thursday, June 6th, 2024
5 p.m.
732-431-7460
Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, the Monmouth County Environmental Council may determine the need to hold these meetings in person and/or virtually, as health concerns may necessitate. Please visit the Monmouth County website www.visitmonmouth.com 48 hours prior to the meeting for confirmation as to whether the meeting is in person or is virtual.
Friday, June 7, 2024
6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
732-751-9453
These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only.
Friday, June 7, 2024
7:30 p.m.
732-542-1624, ext. 24
Enjoy an evening of music and fun with the Colts Neck Community Band at the Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft. The concert features popular music and showtunes. Indoor seating available or bring a lawn chair. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, June 8 & 9, 2024
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour the restored Historic Battery Lewis in the Rocky Point section of Hartshorne Woods Park, Highlands, and learn about the history of this important former coastal defense site. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, June 8 & 9, 2024
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
732-842-4000
Canoes will be available for rent on Marlu Lake in Thompson Park, Lincroft. All equipment provided; limited number of canoes available. Open to all ages; under 18 with adult. All rentals must be returned by 3 p.m. Fee is $15 per boat for 1-3 people for two hours. Cash or check only.
Saturday, June 8, 2024
6-8 p.m.
732-842-4000
Join us as we gather around for a night of storytelling in the Thompson Park Theatre Barn, Lincroft. Our host, James Dalton, invites a cast of different characters from the region, all with different voices and different perspectives, all of them sharing their stories. Interested audience members are also invited to share a story. Light refreshments will be served. FREE!
Saturday, June 8, 2024
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
See what's cooking on the woodstove at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and discover how recipes, cooking techniques and kitchens have changed since the 1890s. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, June 8 & 9, 2024
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275
See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE!
Saturday, June 8, 2024
1-3 p.m.
Visit Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and watch lacemaking in action as our demonstrator shows the historic techniques of crochet, bobbin and shuttle work used in the Victorian era. FREE!
Saturday, June 8, 2024
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join us for this open shoot at the Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft. This is NOT a beginner instructional program. If you are new to archery, register for one of our instructional classes prior to attending. All equipment is provided. Open to ages 10 and up; under 18 with adult. The cost is $10 per person; cash or check only.
Saturday & Sunday, June 8 & 9, 2024
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-751-9453
These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only.
Sunday, June 9, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Monday, June 10, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Monmouth County Development Review Committee Meeting
Monday, June 10th, 2024
2 p.m.
732-431-7460
Location: In person in the Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room
Monmouth County Transportation Council
Tuesday, June 11th, 2024
7 p.m.
732-431-7460
Location: In person in the Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room, by web conferencing or by phone
Wednesday-Sunday, June 12-16, 2024
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour this beautifully restored 18th century house with exhibits that help tell the story of the region's history and the Hartshorne family legacy in Monmouth County. Tours are limited to 10 persons and may be suspended during severe weather conditions. Register on site at the Portland Place Visitor Center, Hartshorne Woods Park, Locust, day of tour. FREE!
Thursday, June 13, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Thursday, June 13, 2024
7-8 p.m.
Come to the Freneau Woods Park Visitor Center, Aberdeen, for a talk by a Park System Naturalist and learn about our snapping turtle population including what they eat, how they mate, and how did they get their unique name. FREE!
Friday, June 14, 2024
7-8:30 p.m.
Hear vocalist Altha Morton and the Sentimental Journey Big Band break the barriers between genres of music, combining the past with the present during this concert at Thompson Park, Lincroft. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, food and soft drinks. The concert is outdoors at the Theatre Barn; however, if the weather is inclement, the concert will be moved indoors. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16, 2024
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Tour the restored Historic Battery Lewis in the Rocky Point section of Hartshorne Woods Park, Highlands, and learn about the history of this important former coastal defense site. FREE!
Saturday, June 15, 2024
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Antique automobiles dating 1941 and earlier will be on display at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. FREE!
Saturday, June 15, 2024
12-3 p.m.
Head over to Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen, and try the Park System's 25’ portable climbing wall. You must be 42” or taller to climb. Open to ages 8 and up; under 18 with adult. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16, 2024
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275
See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE!
Saturday, June 15, 2024
1-3 p.m.
Hear melodies of the 1890s played on the accordion during your visit to Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. FREE!
Saturday, June 15, 2024
2-5 p.m.
Join us at the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, for our annual freshwater fishing derby. Prizes will be awarded for the longest fish in three different categories. Fishing pole rentals available; limited equipment. Rental cost is $5 per pole. A container of worms included with each registration. The cost is $28 per family of 4; $9 per person. Pre-registration suggested and starts February 7; onsite registration is cash or check only.
Saturday & Sunday, June 15 & 16, 2024
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-751-9453
These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only.
Sunday, June 16, 2024
12-5 p.m.
The Bluegrass and Old-Time Music Association will meet outside the Thompson Park Theater Barn, Lincroft, for a jam session. Bring your own bass, banjo, fiddle, mandolin or guitar to join in, or just stop by and enjoy an afternoon music. FREE!
Sunday, June 16, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Sunday, June 16, 2024
2-5 p.m.
Join us at Turkey Swamp Park, Freehold, for our annual freshwater fishing derby. Prizes will be awarded for the longest fish in three different categories. Fishing pole rentals available; limited equipment. Rental cost is $5 per pole. A container of worms included with each registration. The cost is $28 per family of 4; $9 per person. Pre-registration suggested and starts February 7; onsite registration is cash or check only.
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