Hey there, Manchester! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️
Coming up on the calendar:
Tunes of Yesteryear at Whiting United Methodist Church
The Race Of Gentlemen Sat & Sun Oct. 3 & 4, 2026 at Wildwood Beach- Morey's Mariner Pier
Ocean County NOW hosts Women's Health & Wellness Fair at Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Toms River
... and check out 6 more events on the calendar!
Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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Be the kind of person who makes others believe in themselves. Celebrate people; encourage their dreams; speak kind words; lend a hand when you can. Supporting someone does NOT diminish your light — it helps make… (Nextdoor Leisure Village West)
Hi friends. Sorry I haven't been on much recently. A few days ago I lost a dear dear friend, and I'm so sad. Tell your friends and family you love them, because… (Nextdoor Leisure Knoll)
Toms River Fire District Voters to Decide on $6M Bond for New Equipment (shorebeat.com)
Four charged with hindering apprehension in Toms River (newportdispatch.com)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!