OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Residents looking for ways to enjoy the weekend of Nov. 14-15 can explore local craft fairs, shop for handmade holiday gifts, support environmental causes and enjoy a community celebration.
Several events are scheduled throughout Ocean County this weekend, offering opportunities to support local businesses, meet local vendors and spend time with family and friends.
Here are some events planned for the weekend:
The Borough of Lakehurst Historical Society will host a Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 207 Center St. in Lakehurst.
The fair will feature vendors selling homemade crafts, with unique gift ideas for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Food will also be available for purchase.
For more information, visit LakehurstMuseum.org or email LakehurstBHS@gmail.com.
The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences will host its 2026 Holiday Market from Nov. 14 through Dec. 13 at 120 Long Beach Blvd. in Loveladies.
The market offers shoppers an opportunity to find unique, handcrafted gifts while supporting local makers and small businesses.
Regular hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Special holiday shopping events include Black Friday hours on Nov. 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Small Business Saturday on Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be available Nov. 28 from noon to 3 p.m.
For more information, visit lbifoundation.org or call 609-494-1241.
Shoppers can browse handmade goods and locally crafted gifts at the Fabricated For You Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 14, beginning at 10 a.m.
The event will take place in the parking lot of the Fabricated For You craft store on Route 37 in Toms River.
The fair will feature more than 60 outdoor booths and 30 indoor spotlight vendors, offering everything from baked goods, handmade jewelry, quilts and blankets to paintings, beach-themed decorations, candles, resin art, crochet items and home décor.
Other offerings include handcrafted bags, wallets, toys, wreaths, stained glass, glassware, custom clothing, baby gifts and locally made food products.
Visitors can also enter a gift basket raffle, and children can enjoy free face painting.
For additional information, visit Fabricated For You or email info@fabricatedforyou.com. The phone number is 732-608-2040.
The annual A Day for the Bay fundraiser will take place Saturday, Nov. 14, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Silverton Farms, 1520 Silverton Road in Toms River.
The event will feature food, music and fellowship while raising support for Barnegat Bay.
Activities and attractions will include local vendors, food for sale, a name-your-price flea market, antique farm equipment, homemade apple cider and ice cream making.
Admission is a $10 donation per person. Organizers encourage attendees to bring a chair or blanket and relax while enjoying the family-friendly festivities.
For questions or additional information, call 848-333-5409 or visit Save Barnegat Bay.
The LBI Fall Bash will also bring a community celebration to LBI National Golf & Resort.
The event will be open to the public, with free admission. Visitors are invited to spend the day exploring the property, touring the venue and wedding spaces, and enjoying food, dining and activities throughout the resort.
It runs 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
The event will offer an opportunity for families and friends to experience the property and learn more about what LBI National has to offer.
For additional event details, check with LBI National Golf & Resort.
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