Name: 2nd Annual HABcore Pickleball Social
Start: 2026-04-26T12:00:00-04:00
Location: The Tennis Center at The Atlantic Club

The Tennis Center at The Atlantic Club

Join us to dink, slam or serve up stability, dignity and hope at the 2nd Annual Pickleball Social to benefit HABcore.
All are welcome to bring family, friends and students to play, sponsor or watch an afternoon of friendly competition with open play and tournaments officiated by the club's pickleball pro.

Enjoy light refreshments and win one of our door prizes. Your support benefits HABcore's housing and supportive services that move families, veterans and individuals with special needs from crisis to stability and empower them to attain greater independence. Can't play? You can watch and support us with a raffle basket or sponsorship.

Local Event: 2nd Annual HABcore Pickleball Social

Ocean County

Karen Wall

New York City Metropolitan Area

Toms River

New Jersey

2nd Annual HABcore Pickleball Social

Join us to dink, slam or serve up stability, dignity and hope at the 2nd Annual Pickleball Social to benefit HABcore.
All are...

School Of Rock Brick

This April, the local sounds of youth music and community spirit are taking center stage. School of Rock Brick is proud to announce “Smells Like SPRING Spirit,” a neighborhood celebration of music and youth enrichment taking place on April 25 from 10AM to 2PM.
The event serves as a gathering spot for families to connect with local youth-centered community resources and explore the creative arts. The school will open its doors for an exhilarating experience featuring interactive activities and live music.
The highlight of the day is the “Join the Band” invitation, where visiting kids and teens are invited to step onto the stage and pick up an instrument. These drop-in sessions allow newcomers to experience the magic of making rock music in a real studio environment, guided by professional instructors.
The event also features a diverse lineup of community partners, providing a resource fair for family fun. Attendees can enjoy creative play and crafts, sweet treats, local eats, and friendly faces from other local youth-focused organizations.

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Healthy Kids Day® is a national annual event celebrated at Ys across the country to help inspire healthy habits in kids and families. For more than 30 years, Ys have celebrated Healthy Kids Day by hosting a free community event, focused on active physical play, nutrition education, STEM, art, and much more.

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Storytime with Kittens

Kiddie Academy of Toms River will host STEM Adventures on Saturday, April 25 at 10 a.m. Families of children ages 2 and up are invited to attend this free event to participate in several hands-on, play-based activities focusing on science, technology, engineering and math.&nbsp;

Participating Academies will facilitate STEM activities like bowling, making and flying paper airplanes, participating in a bouncing ball rodeo or creating a ping pong ball launcher.

Refreshments will be provided during the event. To register, visit <a href="https://kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/stem-adventures/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">kiddieacademy.com/academies/event/stem-adventures/</a>.&nbsp;

WHAT: Kiddie Academy STEM Adventures WHEN: Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m.-noon. WHERE: 642 Bay Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753

Local Event: STEM Adventures at Kiddie Academy of Toms River

STEM Adventures at Kiddie Academy of Toms River

Kiddie Academy of Toms River will host STEM Adventures on Saturday, April 25 at 10 a.m. Families of children ages 2 and up are...

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April 25th 2026 – Focus Spring
10:45 – 12:00 PM
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$30.00
Welcome to Happy Hands Art Club – a fun, creative space where children can paint, draw, build, and explore their imagination!
In Happy Hands Art Club, children will experiment with different art materials like paint, crayons, clay, paper, and recycled items.&nbsp; Each session encourages creativity, self-expression, and confidence while learning basic art skills such as color mixing, shapes, textures, and simple design.
Activities are age-appropriate and guided, with plenty of freedom for kids to create their own masterpieces.&nbsp; We focus on having fun, trying new ideas, and celebrating every child’s unique artwork – there’s no “right” or “wrong” way to create!
Happy Hands Art Club also helps children develop fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and social skills through group projects and sharing ideas.
Come get messy, creative, and inspired-Happy Hands Art Club is where your child’s imagination comes to life!

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Happy Hands Art Club

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Mutts Gone Nuts Mission &amp; Assurances: Our show’s dogs were adopted from animal shelters or from rescue groups. We use all positive, reward-based training methods, which means: We reward and reinforce the behaviors that we want (with treats, toys, praise) and we ignore the behaviors we don’t want. We look for what our dogs like to do naturally, and cultivate those talents.
Living Conditions for our dogs: Our dogs travel in large, padded, climate-controlled kennels for their safety when on tour. They have 2 acres of fenced area to run when at home. All of our dogs live indoors and are never kept outside in kennels, and are USDA APHIS (Animal Welfare) registered.
Please note that it is the <a href="https://www.grunincenter.org/plan-your-visit/theatre-policies/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Grunin Center Policy</a> for all Family Shows that all attendees, regardless of age, require a ticket.

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B2 Bistro + Bar

Get ready to rock with The Benjamins!&nbsp;

One of the area’s hottest bands is taking over B2 Bayville this Saturday night—bringing all the energy, hits, and good vibes.Grab some great eats, drinks, and let’s make it a night!8pm-12am&nbsp;

Local Event: The Benjamins Live at B2 Bayville

The Benjamins Live at B2 Bayville

Get ready to rock with The Benjamins! 

One of the area’s hottest bands is taking over B2 Bayville this Saturday night—bringing...

Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room

April 28th at 6:00 PM
Join the Mathis House for a complimentary tea club meeting. The Mathis House Tea Room's Women's Empowerment Meeting will work together on dyeing silk Easter Eggs. We are going to blow the eggs out and then wrap them in silk and dye them. Afterward, we are going to plant our Medicinal Tea Garden starter plants for the outdoor garden. If you have gardening gloves, bring them and wear comfortable shoes and clothes. The Innkeeper will prepare a variety of spring teas, and samples of gourmet soups will be served alongside appetizers. To RSVP for the Event, please call 732-818-7580. This is a complimentary event, and we'd appreciate your response so we are prepared for your visit. Bring a friend, make new friends, and enjoy the Mathis House in all of its Spring splendor. Located at 600 Main Street in Downtown Toms River.

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Join the Mathis House for a complimentary tea club meeting. The Mathis House Tea Room's Women's...

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Cape May County 4-H Foundation

The all new Cape May Renaissance Faire brings the days of yore and times of wonder to Cape May.

Hear ye, Hear ye! Prepare to step back in time as the Cape May Renaissance Faire announces its grand opening, and transforms the Cape May County 4-H Fairgrounds into a bustling festival, May 2 &amp; 3, 2026. The new event promises immersive and whimsical fun, fantasy, music, crafts, food and drink; providing a unique escape for families and the young at heart.&nbsp;

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Local Event: Cape May Renaissance Faire

Cape May County

Cape May Court House

Cape May Renaissance Faire

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Mom will love the Mathis House for a full Victorian Afternoon Tea. Every day in May, from Tuesday to Sunday.&nbsp; Live music, complimentary champagne, and tours of the Inn.&nbsp;Adults $50 per person plus tax and gratuity. Seniors and Military are $10 off midweek. Children are $20, twelve and under.&nbsp;&nbsp;Children five and under are free.Call 732-818-7580 for more information and to make your reservation.Overnight stay packages are available. Call 732-818-7580 for more information.Located at 600 Main Street in Downtown Toms River. www.mathishouse600main.com

Local Event: May is for Mom at the Mathis House

May is for Mom at the Mathis House

Mom will love the Mathis House for a full Victorian Afternoon Tea. Every day in May, from Tuesday to Sunday.  Live music,...

You're invited to the Kentucky Derby Tea Party at the Mathis House— Saturday, May 2, at 3:00 PM!The Mathis House Victorian Tea Room is located at 600 Main St. in Toms River NJ.Join us for an elegant, fun-filled afternoon — dress to the nines in your finest Derby outfits and hats for a glamorous lawn party with live music, spirited horse racing, and croquet. Strut your style on the Best Dressed runway (prizes for top ensembles), sip signature gourmet teas, and capture memories at the Victorian mansion in downtown Toms River. Enjoy strolling entertainment, period-inspired decor, and family-friendly activities — perfect for groups, couples, or a ladies’ day out. On-site parking and accessibility are available.Tickets include a full 5-course Victorian Tea Menu: Signature teas: Kentucky Dirty — Peach Pink Lily — Cranberry Glow Mint Julep — MintSalad: Old Kentucky Salad with bourbon-poached pears, chopped walnuts, crumbled blue cheese, and herb buttermilk dressingSoup: Beef Barley or Zucchini ParmesanAssorted Finger Sandwiches: Derby Chicken Salad Pimento Cream Cheese Bourbon BBQ Pork Sliders Kentucky Hot Brown Turkey and Cheese Shrimp &amp; GritsScone: Chocolate Chip and Walnuts with bourbon-infused clotted creamDecant Desserts: Strawberry shortcake bites Pecan shortbread with bourbon &amp; chocolate Mint Julep brownies Kentucky butter cake Chocolate-covered cream puffsCream Ridge Wines available for purchase. The cost is $50 per person plus tax and gratuity. Seniors and Military are 10 percent off.&nbsp;&nbsp;Children 12 and under are $20 and children 5 and under are free with an adult.&nbsp;24-hour cancellations result in a credit to the Mathis House for two years.Limited seats — RSVP or get tickets today. Call 732-818-7580 or visit our website, <a href="https://www.mathishouse600main.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExR2JwV1ViMldQTm43a3JWY3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5Og6_PEYks-pZx3EJ75HGJJjhhgziLONEduF4MpkeLjRy4VJIzIFDqUGJ_-A_aem_cpPMHhMUsTBU14zXH9AoEQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.MathisHouse600main.com</a>, to purchase tickets through RESY. Tickets are also available for purchase on Eventbrite.

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You're invited to the Kentucky Derby Tea Party at the Mathis House— Saturday, May 2, at 3:00 PM!The Mathis House Victorian Tea...

The Mathis House is bringing a touch of culture and authentic Filipino Cuisine to Toms River. Please join us at the Mathis House for a wonderful meal of authentic Filipino dishes. The menu includes:Aroz Caldo, which is chicken soup with rice and ginger Pork BBQ Kabobs Beef Lumpia Shrimp Pancit Fried Garlic Rice Vegetable Stir Fry Adobo chicken Homemade Ube, which is a purple yam cake Leche FlanPlease join us at the Mathis House for a wonderful meal of authentic Filipino dishes. Tickets are $42 a person, excluding tax and gratuity. Children 12 and under $20, and Kids five and under are free with an adultLive DJ Karaoke Contest and Dancing Coffee, tea, soda, and your own provided. Please call 732-818-7580 to make reservations or visit Eventbrite to purchase online.

Local Event: Filipino Night with Karaoke at the Mathis House

Filipino Night with Karaoke at the Mathis House

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Come enjoy a Mexican Celebration for Cinco De Mayo for a Mexican Buffet Dinner and a Five Piece Mariachi Band. The Inn will be decorated for the fiesta and this event will be one of the most fun events that the Mathis House hosts. Be sure to buy your tickets asap as it will sell out fast. The cost is $45 a person plus tax. See you on May 5th for the best party ever.

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Cinco De Mayo Party with Live Five Piece...

Come enjoy a Mexican Celebration for Cinco De Mayo for a Mexican Buffet Dinner and a Five Piece Mariachi Band. The Inn will be...

Cinco De Mayo Party with Live Five Piece Mariachi Band

TAYLOR SIMON KING 
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Taylor Simon King is more than a concert — it's a time machine. Take A Nostalgic Look Back at 4 Decades of Classic Music That Became the Soundtrack to Our Generation!
	•	From the poetic soul of James Taylor, the electrifying energy of Carly Simon, to the timeless magic of Carole King - this musical celebration delivers unforgettable performances that will stir your heart, spark your memories, and get you singing every word.
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Tickets are going fast — don't miss your chance to relive the songs that shaped vour life. Produced by Franke Previte Academy Award winner ( I’ve had) The time of my life Dirty Dancing.Porduced by, Academy Award winner Franke Previte. (I’ve Had) “The time of my life” and “Hungry Eyes” from the classic movie Dirty Dancing. &nbsp;&nbsp;Tickets are selling fast, taylorsimonking.com &nbsp; or booking.grunincenter.org

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Taylor Simon King / Three American Troubadours 

TAYLOR SIMON KING 
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Give us a call at 609-224-0235 to schedule a free estimate to help you paint the inside, outside and/or your kitchen cabinets. Check out our website for additional information. Mention Patch when you call us. 

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De Lareau Studio

I was born and raised in Toms River, and this community means everything to me. Our salon is family-owned, built on love, dedication, and the values I grew up with. I’ve been in the hair industry for over 20 years, and opening my own salon has always been a lifelong dream. I named the salon in honor of my father, who passed away last year. He was the proud dad of five daughters, and with his passing, his name would have ended with him. By giving the salon his name, I’ve created a way to keep his legacy alive and honor the strong work ethic and values he instilled in me. At our salon, we’re not just about great hair—we’re about family, community, and carrying forward a legacy of hard work and care.

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Spring Victorian Afternoon Tea at the Mathis House

Mathis House Victorian Tea Room and Bed & Breakfast

May is the month for "Mom's" at the Mathis House Tearoom. The Mother's Day Victorian Afternoon Tea is available daily from Tuesday to Sunday. Mid-week seating starts at 11 AM, and teatimes are held by reservation every hour on the hour, with the last seating at 3 PM. Weekend seating times are 11 AM and 3 PM. The Victorian Afternoon Tea includes a choice of soup, a seasonal salad, a warm scone with clotted cream, lemon curd, and preserves, a variety of five tea sandwiches, and a plate of petite desserts with a pot of gourmet tea per person. The cost is $50 (plus tax and gratuity) for adults, $20 for children 12 years old and under, and free for children 5 and under with an adult. The mid-week cost is $40 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Seniors and the military receive a 10% discount. Please book your overnight stays at the Mathis House and Huddy House, where your tea times and event tickets are buy -one -get- one -free. Call 732-818-7580 for reservations and more information. Located at 600 Main Street in Downtown Toms River. www.mathishouse600main.com

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Klarr Transport Service Inc

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