Middletown Reformed Church

ALL people and animals are truly welcome to come and worship God and give thanks for our glorious creation outside in Middletown Reformed Church's Mediation Prayer Garden, October 11 at 10:30AM. Bring your beloved animal companion(s) -- all animals are welcome -- to worship and receive a blessing. If your animal companion is not really up for being around a bunch of people and other critters, bring a photo for a blessing. Even very loved stuffed animals will be blessed! (If it's raining, we will be in the sanctuary.) Wherever you are on life's journey, you are welcome here.

Local Event: Blessing of the Animals Worship

Monmouth County

Middletown

New Jersey

Blessing of the Animals Worship

ALL people and animals are truly welcome to come and worship God and give thanks for our glorious creation outside in...

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Adult & Teen Indoor Volleyball

Adult Yoga

Car Seat Safety Checkpoint

Youth Dodgeball Drop-In

Mayor's Office Hours

Adult Basketball

American Legion Hall

Join NY/NJ Baykeeper for their Annual Fall Gala in celebration of America's 250th Anniversary. This special evening features catering by Drew's Bayshore Bistro at the American Legion Hall, with tickets available for both members and non-members.

Local Event: Healthy Water, Healthy World

Hazlet

Healthy Water, Healthy World

Join NY/NJ Baykeeper for their Annual Fall Gala in celebration of America's 250th Anniversary. This special evening features...

Croydon Hall

Middletown Day - Rescheduled

MIddletown Day 2026

🎄 YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING PLANS JUST GOT BETTER.
Come spend the day at One Willow in Highlands for our 3rd Annual Holiday Boutique!
Skip the mall and shop local while you enjoy everything that makes One Willow so much fun — beautiful waterfront views, delicious food, cocktails, live music and a lineup of amazing local makers and small businesses.
🎁 Find unique gifts 🛍️ Discover local makers 🍴 Grab lunch or dinner 🍹 Sip a cocktail 🎶 Enjoy live music 🌊 Soak up the waterfront atmosphere
Whether you’re shopping for someone else or looking for a little something for yourself (we won’t tell 😉), this is holiday shopping the way it should be.
Shop. Dine. Sip. Listen. Repeat.
📍 One Willow | Highlands, NJ
Bring your friends, make a day of it and Dine Coastal. Shop Local.
We’ll see you at One Willow! 🎄
Need more information or interested in becoming a vendor? Please reach out to the organizer at info@hearhereevents.com

Local Event: One Willow Holiday Boutique

One Willow Holiday Boutique

🎄 YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING PLANS JUST GOT BETTER.
Come spend the day at One Willow in Highlands for our 3rd Annual Holiday...

Middletown Arts Center

Experience the unforgettable sound of Elvis Presley as Brian Ostering and his fabulous band bring the early hits to life! From “Jailhouse Rock” to “Hound Dog,” it’s a night full of energy, nostalgia, and rock ’n’ roll magic. Tickets are $25.00, and can be purchased here: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tinyurl.com%2F2026-mac-elvis%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFtRU5GYlNPS2hiYmpCZDlhc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrAvzpZtXQlhmIa136cXB7ir4n3GyV9yBvSMNXVwAbIUH3vIH24pOlErEQfO_aem_IUHgJLqfShw5u37_NCuSbw&amp;h=AUAA5U1DFQkgING9CpuADP_7iYfYBdt3ZBSPr5xV_LT53RwVpgtgH7nzho2RYcOiGCXTJbXe7pcKRXOtaOEO9YdDGBoEjGFSN6mFZGJ5cQPPUryIUDBInIe1mmvDoOsPscD5q_OUiIxiSpf1BaU&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUAwsnAw-voQ18dtvKe2ozeoKWBwAxp2ZFa4bhg-NtL8xTUK5jf1znQf8NBpefp3vTLpC_OmA4D8b6SXVOnzsvAvOmpkOY-CYctUGkb8_N51PZbaKoGxha1StUENUE5t7fTw-YGccHuFLCCZSNYK2SiiWfIBTkur2fk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.tinyurl.com/2026-mac-elvis</a> The band will feature Joe Lisa on guitar, Vincent Livolsi on drums, and Alicia Van Sant, Tiffany Ostering-Dibble, and Sheri Matthews on backing vocals. This show holds a deep personal meaning for Brian. His father, a musician and devoted Elvis fan, performed Elvis’s music in his own bands. He passed that passion on to Brian, who is performing and producing this show in honor of the memory of his father, and to celebrate the music that meant so much to them both. Don’t miss this electrifying tribute to the King of Rock ’n’ Roll!

Local Event: The Elvis Spectacular

The Elvis Spectacular

Experience the unforgettable sound of Elvis Presley as Brian Ostering and his fabulous band bring the early hits to life! From...

Town & Country Inn

Get a head start on your holiday shopping at our Winter Market!
Join Hear Here Events for a festive gathering of local artisans, makers, specialty food vendors, and small businesses offering unique gifts, handmade treasures, delicious treats, and seasonal goodies.
Forget the crowded stores and discover something truly special while supporting the entrepreneurs and independent businesses in our community.
Bring your friends, browse the vendor booths, and enjoy a little local shopping magic!
EVENT DETAILS Saturday, December 5, 2026
11 AM – 3 PM Town &amp; Country Inn,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/48+State+Route+35+,+Keyport?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">48 State Route 35</a><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/48+State+Route+35+,+Keyport?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">, Keyport</a>
Free admission | Family-friendly
Presented by Hear Here Events.

Local Event: Shop Small. Shop Local. Shop the Winter Market!

Keansburg

Shop Small. Shop Local. Shop the Winter Market!

Get a head start on your holiday shopping at our Winter Market!
Join Hear Here Events for a festive gathering of local...

TEDx Brookdale&nbsp;Community College 2026
Sparks, Vibes, and Surprising Connections that Ignite
Thursday, December 10, 2026 | 3:00–4:30 p.m. Performing Arts Center Stage | Brookdale Community College
765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ Parking lot 1 or 2
Ideas have the power to spark conversation, create connections, and inspire change.
TEDx Brookdale Community College returns this December with “Sparks, Vibes, and Surprising Connections that Ignite,” bringing together six dynamic speakers to explore ideas at the intersection of creativity, technology, community, leadership, and the human experience.
Meet the Speakers
<a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/joel-simpson/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Joel Simpson</a> Feeling at Home in the Wilderness An exploration of how people find patterns, meaning, and connection in the natural world.
<a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/shanda-mcmanus/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Shanda McManus</a> The Nuclear Power of Grief A powerful look at grief, memory, healing, and the transformative power of storytelling.
<a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/paola-benitez/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Paola Benitez</a> From Unaccompanied Migrant Child to Changemaker An inspiring story of how lived experience can become a catalyst for leadership, advocacy, and meaningful change.
<a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/morissa-schwartz/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Morissa Schwartz</a> The Human Algorithm: What AI Taught Me About Being Human A thought-provoking exploration of what artificial intelligence can reveal about humanity.
<a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/angela-kariotis/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Angela Kariotis</a> Everyone Needs To Be An Artist Today A fresh perspective on the artist as public servant and how creativity, deep listening, empathy, and collaboration can help build stronger communities and shape the future of leadership.
<a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/ed-johnson/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ed Johnson</a> Community, Civic Leadership and the Power of Connection&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; An exploration of community, civic leadership, and the power of bringing people together to create opportunity and meaningful progress.
Be Part of TEDx BrookdaleCommunityCollege&nbsp;Community members, businesses, and organizations are invited to be part of an afternoon devoted to ideas, inspiration, and connection.
Purchase tickets and experience TEDxBrookdale live. Become a sponsor and help bring ideas worth sharing to the community. Need more information? Please call us at 732-224-2411. Join the conversation and be part of the connections that ignite what comes next.
December 10, 2026 | Brookdale Community College

Local Event: TEDx Brookdale Community College

TEDx Brookdale Community College

TEDx Brookdale Community College 2026
Sparks, Vibes, and Surprising Connections that Ignite
Thursday, December 10, 2026 |...

The Middletown Arts Center

There's nothing like a good old-fashioned holiday special, and The Wag's Christmas Spectacular is just that! Steeped in the traditions of holiday TV shows of the past, The Wag brings back the memories of these specials while putting their own unique stamp on them.Their show has all of the holiday songs that you know and love, plus dance numbers, costume changes, and comedy sketches, along with some fun surprises - including a few original Christmas/Holiday songs! The Wag’s sense of humor and their homemade props and costumes are worth the price of admission alone.The show also features a running theme of “Christmas Around the World”. There will be holiday songs and sketches from Ireland, Germany, Spain, &amp; more! The Wag's Christmas Spectacular is sure to please the entire family.$15.00 Ticket link: <a href="https://www.thewagband.com/store/mcspca-26/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">thewagband.com/store/mcspca-26/</a>All profits will be donated to the MCSPCA

Local Event: The Wag's Christmas Spectacular - MCSPCA Benefit

The Wag's Christmas Spectacular - MCSPCA Benefit

There's nothing like a good old-fashioned holiday special, and The Wag's Christmas Spectacular is just that! Steeped in the...

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Blessing of the Animals Worship

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10:30 AM

Middletown Reformed Church, 121 Kings Hwy, Middletown Township, NJ

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15

6:00 PM

American Legion Hall, 81 W Front St, Keyport, NJ

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