Pushcart Players’ Cuentos de Árbol

BARNEGAT – The Ocean County Library Barnegat Branch is pleased to host the New Jersey Theater Alliance’s Pushcart Players presentation, Cuentos de Árbol, at 1 p.m. April 1.

Cuentos de Árbol is designed for youngsters aged 3 to 12, bringing Spanish heritage to life, and engaging families and individuals for whom English is a second language.

At the center of a story is a tree that has sheltered, shielded and nurtured countless passers-by over many years. The tree’s caretaker, Arbolita, shares its stories with Tomás, a storyteller seeking new tales for his collection.

The tales include “The Garden of the Golden Oranges,” “Brothers Who Were Both Wise and Foolish,” “Juan Bobo (Silly John),” and “Caperucita Roja (Little Red Riding Hood),” with a spirited fi nale to send viewers home with “dancing feet, clapping hands and happy hearts.”

This event is part of the New Jersey Theater Alliance 2023 Stages Festival, made possible by support from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts; The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey;

Oceanfi rst Foundation; Fund for the New Jersey Blind; New Jersey Manufacturers; and Customers Bank. See more about the Festival at njtheatrealliance.org/stages.

The Stages Festival, New Jersey’s largest theater festival for all ages, takes place annually in March, April and May, with more than 70 live and virtual performances, workshops, classes, and events designed to encourage interest in professional theaters through affordability, accessibility, and fun.

Register at theoceancountylibrary.org/ events to attend this free program. For more information, visit the OCL Barnegat Branch, 12 Burr Street, or call 609-6983331. See the full schedule of the Stages Festival at njtheatrealliance.org/stages.

Lacey Beach Patrol Now Hiring

LACEY – The Lacey Township Beach Patrol currently guards multiple beaches. They lifeguard open water facilities at Bamber Lake Beach, Lake Barnegat Beach, and Cedar Creek Beach that are used for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding. Lake Barnegat is also home to a unique experience called Wibit, which is an infl atable obstacle course floating in the lake.

Lifeguard Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at our beaches to determine any potential dangers or hazards

• Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions

• Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety

• Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies

Education, Experience, and Licensing

Requirements:

• Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent (includes CPR &First Aid)

Stop by the Lacey Recreation Department for an application or contact 609693-1100 ext. 2203.

Town Wide Yard Sale

STAFFORD – Have you been cleaning up, cleaning out and decluttering over the winter? Are you ready to make some extra cash for all that extra treasure? Then it’s time to sign up for the Spring Town Wide Yard Sale!

Stafford Recreation is excited to announce that they are adding a Spring Town Wide Yard Sale in addition to their September event! Mark your calendars for May 6 and 7 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Visit staffordnj.gov/409/Town-Wide-YardSale to sign up. Deadline to register is April 21. Note, the second Town Wide Yard Sale will take place September 9 & 10. Registration forms will be posted in early summer 2023. Questions? Call Deb at 609-597-1000 ext.8583.