Farmer's Market- Huddy Park, Downtown Toms River

http://www.downtowntomsriver.com/bid/market.htm

The Farmers' Market is located in Huddy Park, on Water Street.


The Market is open every Wednesday
June 8 - October 26, 2011.

Jersey Fresh

Join us the 1st Wednesday of each month to celebrate Jersey Fresh Fruit and vegetables!


June 8
July 6
August 3
September 7
October 5

Strawberries & Lettuces
Blueberries & Sweet Corn
Peaches & Tomatoes
Plums & Eggplants
Apples & Pumpkins


On each of the above dates:

Enter the free raffle to win a basket of Jersey Fresh produce!
Farmers & vendors will feature the fruit and vegetable of the month.

Proudly produced
by Downtown Toms River
Visit with local vendors- Select from fresh produce, fruits and vegetables, plants, herbs, fresh baked goods , honey, chowders, raviolis, crab cakes, cheeses, pickles, nuts and candy!


Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (Senior FMNP) vouchers are accepted by some farmers. To obtain vouchers or for questions, please contact the following:

Ocean County WIC Program
175 Sunset Avenue
Toms River, NJ
732-341-9700, ext 7520
Ocean County Office of Senior Services
1027 Hooper Avenue, Building # 2
Toms River, NJ
732-929-2091

Interested in being a vendor?- Call Allen Consulting at
732-946-2711 to register.

Road Trip!!! - Art of the Bike

http://artofthebike.com/

2nd Annual Classic Bike and Blues Festival!!!

Mark your calendars... June 18th with a raindate of June 19th, The festival will be held in Tinicum Park in Erwinna, PA. Camp sites are available for a fee through the park comission and lodging can be found on the Bucks County Convention and Visitor's website. You can also visit the Tinicum Park page for more info on the historical park and reservations.

Once again we will be hosting a collection of the Delaware Valley most desireable and collectable bikes. A concours will be held in the AM from 10-2 with prizes awarded and great music and vendors will be there all afternoon. Please e-mail sales@artofthebike.com for more details. Sign up for anewsletter for more details. See you there.

Enjoy the ride.

Art of the Bike

Out and About

link to the Out & About - a fine magazine put out by the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission.


http://www.co.ocean.nj.us/OutAboutListingPage.aspx

Brookdale Center for the Visual Arts

In the Gallery a Juried Art Exhibit Exhibiting now through June 19th
Brookdale Community College Campus
765 Newman Springs Rd
Lincroft, NJ 07738

The Gallery is open to the public Monday through Friday,10 AM-4:30 PM; phone (732) 224-2520 for information.

The 90,000 sq. foot Center for the Visual Arts (parking lots 1 and 2) was completed in early 1999, and houses the Jewelry, Photography, Architecture, Interior Design, Painting and Drawing, Ceramics, Computer Art, and Graphic Arts programs.

Downtown Toms River Ice Cream Festival

9th Annual!


July 16th
11:30-5pm
Washington St, Downtown Toms River
Family Fun!

1:30 - 12:15 The Kootz Band www.thekootz.com
12:15 - 12:30 Children's Ice Cream Eating Contest
12:30 - 1:15 The Kootz Band www.thekootz.com
1:15 - 1:30 Adult Ice Cream Eating Contest
1:30 - 2:00 TBA
2:00 - 2:15 Avenue to Broadway www.AvenuetoBroadway.com
2:15 - 2:45 Children's Ice Cream Eating Contest
2:45 - 3:30 Oceanaires Barbershop Chorus www.oceanaires.net



3:30 - 3:45 Adult Ice Cream Eating Contest
3:45 - 4:30 Oceanaires Barbershop Chorus www.oceanaires.net

The Show Room- Asbury Park

The ShowRoom

708 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
(732) 502-0472

Thursday, June 9 -
DINNER AND A MOVIE with Restaurant PlanB more info

DINNER AND A MOVIE with McLoone's Asbury Grille more info
7p Bill Cunningham New York - (NR); 84 min


Friday, June 10 -

DINNER AND A MOVIE with Trinity and the Pope more info

DINNER AND A MOVIE with McLoone's Asbury Grille more info

4:30p Bill Cunningham New York - (NR); 84 min

7:00p Queen to Play - (NR); 97 min

French w/English subtitles


" In small but significant ways, Queen to Play defies expectations. It dangles the possibility of an affair between Hélène and Kröger in games that the film likens to courtship rituals in a classic screwball comedy."
- Stephen Holden, New York Times


" It's the best kind of unforced filmmaking, able to make its points with delicacy and tact. And the best thing about it is that it is Bottaro's feature directing debut. We have a lot to look forward to."
- Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times

" What I enjoyed was the way the film summons up the pure obsessive passion that chess stirs in some people."
- Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

9p Stand Up in the Downtown - Doctor's Orders
Mikey and Friends brings and evening of comedy delivered by medical professionals who diagnose what managed care has done to our funny bones.

more info

Saturday, June 11
4p Queen to Play - (NR); 97 min
French w/English subtitles


Sunday, June 12 -
4p Frida -

A presentation in the ArtCurious Film Series sponsored by ArtsCAP, Parlor Gallery and The ShowRoom

7p Queen to Play - (NR); 97 min

French w/English subtitles

synopsis | trailer | official website | reviews



It's All About Us

VISIT US:
Remember, when you're done on the famed Asbury Park Boardwalk, come to the vibrant Downtown Sidewalk: safe, welcoming and unique.

RENT US:
The ShowRoom is available for workshops; movie-themed parties; educational and corporate events and private screenings. Call us at 732-502-0472 for details.

ADVERTISE WITH US:
Project your message larger than life during the pre-show which runs for 10 minutes on our theater screen. Audiences can't help but notice your message many times before the featured presentation. Write for more info or click here.

CONTACT US:
Got a query, suggestion, gripe, programming idea or know a filmmaker who wants to screen their film? Connect

With all the ways possible to see movies, thanks for coming to the movies.

40 Years with 40 Portraits

Time 10 June · 18:00 - 21:00
Location
Pollack Gallery - Monmouth University

Monmouth County Arts Council is celebrating 40 years with 40 portraits from the work of noted photographer, Dany Sanchez, as seen in The Two River Times. $40 suggested donation. RSVP to lm@monmoutharts.org

The Monmouth Arts Salon

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ARTS SALON
"A PLACE FOR ALL ARTISTS &
ART ENTHUSIASTS TO GATHER"

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TUESDAY JUNE 21, 6 - 8 PM
716 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park NJ 07712

Lazy Dog will have discounted drink & appetizer specials for all. There may even be a few surprises for the evening!
Come & Enjoy!

The Monmouth Arts Salon is an informal mobile gathering at varied locations in Monmouth County.
Artists and art enthusiasts gather to exchange ideas, talk, vent and laugh.

Informal RSVP to Danny at cad@monmoutharts.org

Artist Opportunities

Looking for Exhibition Space?
The Holmdel Theatre Company is seeking to support local artists by displaying their work in our lobby. The next upcoming show is HOUSE AND GARDEN which runs July 15 through 30. and DROP DEAD which runs November 4 through 12.
We would love to have the artist come to look at the space and set their pieces up as they would like them displayed. Our lobby does not have a lot of wall space. We display on several small easels set up on a large table. The easels hold pieces up to about 2 feet wide / tall comfortably, but we may be able to accommodate some larger pieces by purchasing additional easels. In the past we have displayed between 6 to 8 pieces. We have made up signs with the artist's name, personal statement & purchasing information. We also include this information in the program as well.
Work can be for sale. The Theatre is not requesting a commission.
An effort is made to match the theme of the play with the artist's theme when possible. HOUSE AND GARDEN, anything that you might see displayed in a very traditional, upscale British house. For DROP DEAD, we can go modern and funky.
Full insurance on the building which is kept locked unless a member of the Board of Directors is there.
Contact: Rebecca 732.946.0427

The Monmouth Museum

Friday Night is Shopping Night @ The Museum!
12/17 6-9 pm.
Enjoy a glass of wine as you shop for one-of-a-kind gifts by local artists!
Proceeds fund our educational programming. Bring your friends!!!

Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences

In the Main Gallery
2010 Small Works Exhibit

Small Works Exhibition
On display through December 19th

This is your last week to avoid the Holiday crowds by doing all of your shopping at the LBIF! The LBIF's Small Works Exhibition features emerging artists as well as those with established reputations. Works can be carried out of the gallery the same day as purchase!

The LBIF's Main Gallery is open:
Thursday and Friday, December 16th & 17th, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, December 18th & 19th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Admission to the LBIF's Main Gallery is always FREE.

Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences

2010 Small Works Exhibit

Small Works Exhibition
On display through December 20th

Avoid the Holiday crowds this weekend by doing all of your shopping at the LBIF! The LBIF's Small Works Exhibition features emerging artists as well as those with established reputations. Works can be carried out of the gallery the same day as purchase!

The LBIF's Main Gallery is open all weekend:
Friday, November 26th, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 27th, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 28th, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Admission to the LBIF's Main Gallery is always FREE.

Monmouth County Arts Council- Celebration of Excellence

MCAC 2010 CELEBRATION OF EXCELLENCE
10.29.2010
Honoring Deborah Harry, Siobhan Fallon Hogan, Felipe Rose, TM Stevens
October 29th 7:00PM
McLoone's Supper Club, Asbury Park
Silent Auction, Cocktails, Hors d'oeuvres, Raw Bar, Pasta Station, Valet Parking. Performances & artwork by Monmouth County Artists. All proceeds benefit MCAC's community & arts program
RSVP
http://www.monmoutharts.org/
732.212.1890

SAVE THE SURFLIGHT OPEN HOUSE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

CONTACT:

Stephanie Clineman

Surflight Theatre

609-492-9477 ext. 211

Stephanie@surflight.org

Charlie Siedenburg, 551-655-0968

Charlie_siedenburg@yahoo.com





MARC SUMMERS,

STAR OF FOOD NETWORK’S UNWRAPPED TO HOST “SAVE THE SURFLIGHT OPEN HOUSE”, THIS SATURDAY AT THE GABLES IN BEACH HAVEN

The popular star of the Food Network’s “Unwrapped”, and famed former host of Nickelodeon’s” Double Dare”, Marc Summers will co-host the Save the Surflight Open House, along with Broadway Producer and Surflight’s newly appointed Producing Artistic Director, Roy Miller at the Gables (212 Centre Street), in Beach Haven, on Saturday, October 23 from 12 Noon to 3pm.

Billed as "Fine Food and a Fabulous Fundraiser," this event which takes place at
The Gables Inn and Restaurant offers the perfect backdrop for Summers who serves as executive producer of the Food Network's “Dinner: Impossible” and hosts and judges “Ultimate Recipe Showdown”.
This exciting event is being held to assist in the ongoing fundraising efforts of the Surflight Theatre.

Along with an extravagant culinary feast, guests will be invited to take part in a silent auction. Items up for bid will include:

* Exclusive Opening Night Tickets to “The Pee-wee Herman Show” on Broadway in New York City along with VIP passes to the cast party afterwards and a personal introduction by the show’s producers Roy Miller and Tim Laczynski (Surflight’s newly appointed CFO) to the one and only Pee-wee Herman - Paul Reubens and the entire cast.
* Tickets to the current Broadway revival of “West Side Story” followed by a backstage tour led by the show's Producer Roy Miller.
* And many more exciting items…


Guests will also enjoy live music and entertainment by surprise Surflight Theatre performers.

Tickets are selling fast so call now to reserve today and join Marc Summers and Roy Miller at The Gables for an afternoon of food, entertainment and fun!

All proceeds benefit Surflight Theatre.

TICKETS ARE $35 each and are tax-deductible
TO ORDER CALL THE BOX OFFICE AT (609) 492-9477



SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2010 12NOON – 3:00PM

THE GABLES

212 CENTRE STREET

BEACH HAVEN, NJ 08008



For more information visit: www.surflight.org

Thompson Park Creative Arts Center Show & Sale

Sat, Nov 13th & Sun Nov 14th, 2010
11am - 6pm

Creative Arts Center
Thompson Park
805 Newman Springs Rd
Lincroft, Nj 07738

Join us as we celebrate the original artwork of our students and instructors

Visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com
or call 732.842.4000 x 4343
for more information.

Benefit for the Surflight Theatre

Southern Ocean Chamber's Night of Networking to Benefit Surflight Theatre, October 20
Speed and Casual Networking to Benefit Surflight Theatre at TGI Friday’s in Manahawkin on October 20 beginning at 5:30pm. ALL ARE INVITED $20 per person with all proceeds to presented to Surflight

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Oct 08, 2010 – Come join your fellow chamber members and friends for an entertaining and structured opportunity to broaden your network base as well as save our local landmark the Surflight Theatre. Surflight announced that if they do not receive $500,000 by October 31 they will be forced to close. In support for the theater, Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Night of NETWORKING event to benefit Surflight on Wednesday, October 20, 2010 in partnership with TGI Friday’s Rt 72, Manahawkin beginning at 5:30pm.

Everyone is invited to attend! Stop by to make a donation or stay for the evening. The Networking event will be structured with an optional organized rotation where participants engage in a 2 minute multiple mini-meetings with 1-on-1 conversations with other professionals or if casual networking is preferred sit back and enjoy TGIF hospitality, apps and cash bar. Make sure you bring your business cards!

Schedule:
5:30 - 6:00PM: Check-In and General Mixing
6:00 - 7:00PM: Speed Networking and Mixing
7:00PM: Donation presentation to Surflight

RSVP to the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce (609) 494 7211

SURFLIGHT THEATRE TOWN MEETING * Urgent!

Surflight Theatre
invites the community to step into the spotlight on October 9th
BEACH HAVEN, NJ
Monday, October 4, 2010 — You’ve heard the story - now Surflight Theatre wants to hear from YOU!On Saturday, October 9th from 10:00am to 12:00pm, Surflight Theatre will host a town meeting to take questions and thoughts from the community. As previously announced, the not-for-profit theatre must raise $500,000 by October 31st or the doors to the 61 year old theatre will be forced to close. The public is invited to meet with the theatre’s newly appointed Producing Artistic Director Roy Miller, along with Board President Gene Hammond and the Surflight Board of Trustees and staff. In a recent statement, Hammond said “we encourage any and all questions from the community as we reorganize and try to get the theatre back on solid financial footing.” Miller plans to reveal his initial plans for next season as well as initiatives that have already been implemented to keep costs under control. “We have a lot of exciting plans in store for everyone next season, but we need to get there first,” said Miller. “This crisis is very real, but when we get through it, Surflight has the opportunity to be one of the top not-for-profit theatres in the country. That is what we are asking everyone to invest in – not a sinking ship.” Miller, who has a long list of Broadway producing credits to his name including the recent West Side Story revival, is no stranger to the not-for-profit arena, having produced over 80 shows at Paper Mill Playhouse back in its heyday.Surflight Theatre has served the community for over 60 years, and now YOU have the opportunity to play a starring role in making sure that the Theatre continues to entertain audiences and educate artists for generations to come.For more information, visit www.surflight.org.

Press Release- Jersey Devil Art Exhibit & Reception

What: Jersey Devil Art Exhibit Reception
When: Thursday, October 14, 2010 / 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Where: Toms River Branch

CONTACT: Megan Ruisch / Information Services
(732) 349-6200 xt. 5100
mruisch@theoceancountylibrary.org

Library Art Reception Honors State Folk Legend

TOMS RIVER – On Thursday, October 14th, the Ocean County Library will host an art reception for “Visions of the Jersey Devil”, a group exhibit honoring the 275th birthday of New Jersey’s favorite mythical mascot.

The exhibit showcases imaginative portraits of the Jersey Devil created by eight local artists. Artworks range in style from traditional to modern to comic-book. Many poke affectionate fun at the popular folk legend, while others draw inspiration from historic eyewitness accounts.

Visitors to the Toms River Branch on October 14th are invited to join the fun in McConnell from 6:00-8:00 pm. Activities will include trivia, audiovisual presentations, and refreshments—including a “275th Birthday Cake” for the Jersey Devil.

Originating in 1735, the legend of the Jersey Devil has fascinated the Garden State for close to three centuries. Hundreds of state residents claim to have seen the Jersey Devil in its natural habitat, the Pine Barrens. After decades of notoriety, “Mother Leeds’ 13th Child” has earned the loyalty of many New Jersey natives, who view the creature as an enduring state symbol.

This program is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library at (732)349-6200 xt. 5100, or visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org

Guild of Creative Art

The Guild of Creative Art's 18th Annual
Open Juried Show Opening Reception
October 3rd 2010 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
The Guild of Creative Art presents one of their biggest shows of the year, the state "18th Annual Open Juried Show" Featuring many talented artists of the tri-state area. In the studio: Sangita Phadke along with her students of pastel
Location: Guild of Creative Art, 620 Broad Street, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702
Phone: 732-741-1441
Tickets: Free
www.guildofcreativeart.org

Dichroic Glass Classes-Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center

Dichroic glass contains multiple micro-layers of metal oxides which make the glass shimmer and sparkle. Get to know the tools and processes for cutting, shaping and fusing glass while making a beautiful piece of jewelry. An additional fee of approximately $25 for materials is required. Instructor: Yvonne Yaar

One 2-Hr Session $16.00 Per Person

Earrings
Mon, Oct 11 3:00-5:00 PM....................................Z9404A

Pendant
Mon, Oct 4 3:00-5:00 PM.....................................Z9004A
Mon, Nov 1 3:00-5:00 PM.....................................Z9604A