Name: The American Soldier
Start: 2026-09-15T19:00:00-04:00
Location: Grunin Center for the Performing Arts

Grunin Center for the Performing Arts

Experience a powerful one-man dramatic production based on actual letters written by veterans and their families, revealing the struggles and bravery of those returning to civilian life. This acclaimed piece of theatre, nominated for an Amnesty International Award, is offered with free tickets to honor our veterans and military families.

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Ocean County

Karen Wall

New York City Metropolitan Area

Toms River

New Jersey

The American Soldier

Experience a powerful one-man dramatic production based on actual letters written by veterans and their families, revealing the...

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Requirements:&nbsp; Participants MUST know how to swim.
Equipment:&nbsp; Board, leash, and life vest are provided for use during class.&nbsp; Participants may bring their own equipment, rash guards or wetsuits.&nbsp; Beach badges are NOT required to attend class but are required if participants or guardians plan on staying after class ends.&nbsp; Participants should bring their own sunscreen, towel, drinks, snacks and footwear.
In the event Toms River Township and /or Coastline Adventures needs to cancel your entire class, rain date options will be offered based on availability and safe paddling conditions.&nbsp;
Coastline Adventures Surfing School is accredited by the National Surf/SUP Schools and Instructors Association and brings over 30 years of professional experience providing safe, high-quality surf, bodyboard, and stand-up paddleboard instruction throughout the Jersey Shore. Led by Lance Tompkins and Jennifer Steffener, both NSSIA Certified Master Level Surf Instructors, the school combines nationally recognized training standards with deep local knowledge of Ocean County beaches, bays, tides, and weather conditions. Their approach blends skill development, ocean and bay safety and education, confidence building, fitness, and environmental awareness in a fun, supportive setting. Lance brings over 50 years of surfing experience and decades of teaching board sports, while Jennifer contributes over 30 years of surfing, bodyboarding, paddleboarding, wellness, and movement instruction experience. Together, they have successfully taught thousands of participants through recreation departments, schools, camps, and private programs. Their commitment to professionalism, safety, and community recreation makes them a trusted provider for surf, bodyboard, and paddle programs.<h1>*REGISTRATION INFORMATION*</h1>
Follow the directions below to access the online system:
1) Log on to <a href="https://register.communitypass.net/tomsriver" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://register.communitypass.net/tomsriver</a>
2) Click “Create Your Account Now” or Log In
3) Complete the account information and click submit
4) Click on “Register Now” to begin register for programs
Please call with questions: 732-341-1000 ext. 8437 or 8414
Facebook: Toms River Township Government
<a href="mailto:recreation@tomsrivertownship.com">recreation@tomsrivertownship.com</a>

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Nat Adderley, Jr. spent 25 years as the Music Director for rhythm and blues singer Luther Vandross, but after Vandross passed away in 2005, Adderley, Jr., the son of trumpeter Nat Adderley and nephew of alto saxophonist Julian “Cannonball” Adderley, returned to his roots as a jazz pianist, mixing hard bop with R&amp;B.
In October 2025, Adderley released his first jazz album as a leader Took So Long. The album soared to the top of the JazzWeek charts, spending six weeks at Number 1. DownBeat Magazine’s Joshua Myers called it “a near perfect mixture of standard jazz tunes and popular musical mainstays.”
On September 13, at the Gia Maione Prima Foundation Studio Theatre, Adderley, Jr., will be performing selections from Took So Long. In addition to his original title tune, you’ll hear such songs as Bronislaw Kaper’s “Green Dolphin Street”, Dizzy Gillespie’s “Con Alma”, Burton Lane’s “Old Devil Moon”, and “Superstar”, written by Leon Russell for The Carpenters, but memorably recorded by Luther Vandross.
In the DownBeat review, Joshua Myers reminded his readers that, “It is simply cool to hear once again how interpretations of sounds made famous by Stevie Wonder, The Stylistics, and Aretha Franklin beautifully coexist alongside those written by Billie Holiday and Dizzy Gillespie. Masters of the piano format have gamely plumbed these associations before. But in the hands of Nat Adderley, Jr., we get yet another fresh look.”
Took So Long was selected as WBGO Radio’s “New Day, New Play” album in October 2025. The station’s morning host, Gary Walker, pointed out that, “There are reimagined standards, an original, and a fabulous recollection of his dear friend Luther Vandross on ‘Superstar’. It might have taken so long, but it has been well worth it.”

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Join us for Art &amp; Soul, a community gathering celebrating creativity, wellness, and connection.
Browse unique creations from talented local artists, contribute to our interactive community art wall, and enjoy live acoustic music in a welcoming outdoor setting.
Throughout the evening, experience free hourly Yoga and Qi Gong demonstrations, relax with a chair massage, sip fresh juices, and let the kids explore their creativity at our art table.
As the sun begins to set, we'll come together for a peaceful guided meditation to close the evening with intention and gratitude.
Whether you're looking for beautiful handmade art, a relaxing evening with family and friends, or simply a chance to connect with your community, Art &amp; Soul is a place where creativity and well-being come together.Free, some art and juices will be available to purchase

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Join the Borough of Lakehurst Historical Society for an engaging presentation featuring guest speaker Mike Mahoney from the Ocean County Library. Explore the harrowing and heroic history of the USS Indianapolis in this community meeting where all are welcome to learn local history and share stories.

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MANAHAWKIN, N.J. — Runners, walkers, and community supporters will gather next month for the Second Annual "Race to Remember" 5K Run &amp; Walk, held in loving tribute to Frankie Petillo Jr. The memorial event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, at the Manahawkin Municipal Center.
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Race-day check-in and packet pickup will open at 7:00 a.m., followed by the official race start at 8:00 a.m.
In addition to runners and walkers, organizers are welcoming community partners and local businesses through four tiered sponsorship opportunities:
<ul><li>Platinum ($2,000): Prominent company logo placement on race shirts, digital branding and links on the event website, verbal recognition during the opening ceremony, and five complimentary race entries.</li><li>Gold ($1,000): Logo featured on race shirts, company logo on the event website, opening ceremony recognition, and four complimentary entries.</li><li>Silver ($500): Business or individual name listed on race shirts and the event website, along with two complimentary entries.</li><li>Bronze ($250): Name listed on the event website and one complimentary entry.</li></ul>
Community members interested in participating can sign up online at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.google.com/search?q=https%3A%2F%2Fraceforum.com%2Fremember" rel="nofollow noopener">raceforum.com/remember</a> or by scanning the QR code featured on the event flyer.

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A companion site, njflood.zone, gives instant FEMA flood-zone answers for any New Jersey address &mdash; built after the federal government shutdown left FEMA's own map site unreliable &mdash; running on the site's own servers with the complete flood map data for the state loaded locally.
The project was recently featured in <a href="https://www.tapinto.net/towns/east-hanover-slash-florham-park/columns/at-home-with-holly/articles/deep-dive-conversations-what-the-house-won-t-tell-you" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">TAPinto</a>'s "At Home with Holly" column. Both sites are free at <a href="https://oprasearch.app" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">oprasearch.app</a> and <a href="https://njflood.zone" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">njflood.zone</a>.

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Sit Stay And Beyond LLC

All dogs are different, they each have their own unique personality. I do not offer cookie cutter one size fits all training. My training exercises have some basic elements; I customize this framework to your dog's way of learning desired behaviors. I avoid aversive training techniques like choke or shock collars. The best deal I offer is a 5 cue (command) package for $400. Payment schedule is taylored to fit your budget, cash, personal check or Venmo. I do not accept credit cards. My own dog Thor, I rescued from hoarders with over 180 dogs kept in horrific conditions. I love my 68 lbs guy who thinks he's a lap dog. I will treat your dog with the same love and respect as I treat my own.

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