There are two more chances for kids to learn surf fishing on Sandy Hook, or take guided kayak tours of Sandy Hook Bay:
Go seining in Sandy Hook Bay, look for a shooting star and enjoy live music in your county parks this August. What's planned:
Here are all the offerings for toddlers, children and even teens this August at Sandy Hook:
If you're looking for stuff to do with kids, here are activities from American Littoral Society, headquartered at the tip of Sandy Hook.
From the Monmouth County Fair to quiet nature walks and historical tours, here's everything that's planned:
The restored Army barracks can accommodate up to 30 campers. The campsite is perfect for Boy Scout/Girl Scout/Cub Scout troops and more:
Led by Park System naturalists, this free program teaches kids what lives and swims in Sandy Hook Bay.
Here's everything the American Littoral Society has planned, plus a horseshoe-tagging event in Neptune:
Come for 22 carnival rides, classic boardwalk-style games, food trucks and parish food tents, a beer garden and hourly 50/50 raffles.
The Princeton Review offers a free webinar series to prep for college admissions all summer long at the library, plus other fun stuff:
Mark your calendars. Held rain or shine. If the sun is shining, it will be on the fields. If it is raining, it will be inside in the gym.
Here's everything the library has planned for kids this summer, all the way through August 20:
Perhaps the prettiest month of the year, June is the perfect time to head out to your county parks.
"There is no way chemo is going to completely remove all the cancer. The transplant is really my only choice," said Heather Candrilli.
An eleventh grader at Middletown High School South won fifth place in the 2025 Congressional High School Art Competition.
There is so much planned this May for children and teens at the Middletown Free Public Library:
County Parks will host an Earth Day Open House from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. April 26 at the Huber Woods Environmental Center in Middletown.
Whether you homeschool, are looking for ways for a Scout troop or religious group to volunteer, or just want to get outside, what's planned:
Red Bank Family YMCA Hosts Healthy Kids Day April 26, Kicking Off a Season of Fun, Friendship & Learning
Spring into fun with one of these upcoming library programs for children and teens happening in April:
A teenager at Middletown High School South was Irish Lady-in Waiting at the Woodbridge St. Patrick's Day parade, held Sunday.
March marks the official arrival of spring! Many free events planned:
They are hiring lifeguards, camp counselors, seasonal maintenance workers and more for June, July and August.
This is a free lecture from the National Park Service designed for kids and families.
Hannah said she was inspired to help North Carolina victims after a class she took at Middletown South called "Holocaust and Humanity."
Registration for Day Camp Opens February 3
Fall in love — not with a fellow human, but your county parks this February. All the free events planned:
Tell us your poison story! Open to all students K-12th grade.
"If we have snow this year, make sure to keep an eye out on the roads for 'Born to Plow!'" said County Commissioner Tom Arnone.
Beginning this spring, the Conservation Wagon will be available for community events, fairs and school visits throughout Monmouth County.
It's $145 for five weeks of lessons, which is cheaper than you can find in private skateboarding lessons. Tuesdays at Kunkel Park.
Your elementary student can solve detective book mysteries, your tween can pop in for craft night and there's Pokémon Trading Night, too:
Resolve to spend more time in your county parks in the new year! Here’s what's planned for January:
After her husband was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, Jeanette Smerina got busy creating dozens of gluten-, soy- and dairy-free meals.
Dress to impress. Enjoy a night of dancing, fun, good food and fun surprises. Book tickets now:
The Middletown Township Public Library has a busy December line-up of fun, educational and seasonal activities for kids and teens:
'Tis the season to get out and enjoy your county parks! What's planned:
A Middletown High School South senior is collecting supplies for North Carolina hurricane victims. She has until Dec. 3 and needs your help:
The crisp fall air and crunch of leaves underfoot make November an amazing time to head out to a Monmouth County park. What's planned:
Food trucks, a hayride, petting zoo, touch-a-trucks, craft vendors, Halloween costume parade, car show, Brian Kirk & The Jirks perform.