Children’s Sand And Surf Mission

SHIP BOTTOM – Serving children ages 3 to 16 of years, Children’s Sand and Surf Mission (CSSM) will once again be in Ship Bottom, weekdays beginning July 24 through August 4, from 10 to 11:45 a.m. and again at 6:30 p.m. Join CSSM on the beach at 19th Street in Ship Bottom, or in case of inclement weather, at Grace Calvary Church, 1902 Long Beach Boulevard, Ship Bottom. Skits, games and songs in a beach style VBS – stop by mornings and/or evenings to enjoy this free program and don’t forget to wear the sunscreen.

30th Annual Ladies’ Catch Of The Day Fishing Tournament

FORKED RIVER – The Women’s Club of the Forked River Tuna Club is pleased to announce their 30th annual Ladies’ Catch of the Day Tournament, sponsored by Dr. Kathy Banks. The tournament will be held July 8 and is open to women and mermaids, young ladies 12 years or under. The entry fee for women remains at $30 and mermaids fish free! The adult categories are fluke and sea bass. Mermaids will fish for fluke and/or crabs. Mermaids must be chaperoned by an adult who is not required to be a registered angler. If you are interested in going on a head boat call Linda, our tournament chairperson at 609-618-2925.

The Angler’s meeting will be held July

7. Doors and kitchen open at 6:30 p.m. Registration runs from 7 to 9 p.m. at the clubhouse, 18 Bay Avenue, Forked River. There will be a drawing for Early Entry, postmarked by June 23. Basket raffles and 50/50 will be available both days.

Fishing and crabbing begin on July 8 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. All weigh-ins must be completed no later than 4 p.m. at the Tuna Club. Awards picnic follows at 5 p.m. The culmination of the days’ events will be when the winner is drawn for the $1,000 worth of Shop Rite gift cards.

Visit forkedrivertunaclub.com for registration form. Portion of proceeds will benefit the FRTC Scholarship Fund and local Conservation Education programs.

Fire Pit Friday

LONG BEACH – Long Beach Township is excited to announce Fire Pit Fridays will be starting on June 2 at the 68th St. Beach from 7 to 9 p.m. The following bands will be performing on the Berkshire Hathaway – Zach Shore Stage:

June 23- BMW

June 30- Super Trans Am

July 7- My Hero Zero

July 14- The Royals

July 21- The Kiley Baxter Band

July 28- Jimmy & The Parrots

August 4- Isn’t It Always

August 11- Eaglemania

August 18- Chris Fritz & The Impulsives

August 25- Frontiers – Journey Tribute Band

Food and soft drinks sold each week by RAD Kitchen/Philly Pretzel and Daddy’O’s or Manafi rkin will be selling alcoholic beverages to those 21 and over with ID. You may also bring your own food and coolers.

Garden Club Welcomes New President

LONG BEACH – Lois Perry of Brant

Beach became The Garden Club’s President for 2023-24 at the club’s annual luncheon on June 7. Lois has been a member of The Garden Club for 12 years, serving in many capacities including the Intergenerational Youth Group at Beach Haven School, Recording Secretary on the Executive Board, member of the ByLaws committee, co-chair of the Garden Tour and chair of homes on the Holiday House Tour.

“Presently,” said Lois, “I am looking forward to the Outdoor Living and Garden Tour on June 19. We’ll be looking into special nooks and crannies of local gardens, broadening our understanding of all LBI has to offer. A delightful experience for our members and our patrons.”

Outdoing president Michele Farias congratulated Lois at her thank you luncheon for Garden Club Board and Special Committee members.

Proceeds for the Outdoor Living and Garden Tour go toward The Garden Club’s environmental and ecological projects, college scholarships for area students, services for seniors and school children and the practice of good gardening on LBI and the nearby mainland.

Tickets are available by emailing Ellie Ehnot at lbiellie@gmail.com. Information is available at thegardencluboflbi.com., on Facebook and Instagram.

Stafford Township’s Green Team Green Fair

STAFFORD – Mayor Myhre and Township Council would like to invite you to Stafford Township’s Green Team Green Fair on July 11 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Heritage Park.

You will be able to learn more about sustainable and eco-friendly practices, products and services! For more information, call 609-597-1000 ext.8559 or email rbaldwin@staffordnj.gov.

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Local Pets Available For Adoption

LACEY – The Associated Humane Society shelter at the Popcorn Park Zoo has pets available for adoption.

Duke is such a happy boy that’s going to bring lots of fun to a good family! Duke is just 6-months-old and he had to be given up when his owner became unable to care for him any longer. He’s a shepherd/lab mix that is full of silliness and sweetness, and he never met anyone he didn’t like. Duke has had plenty of training. He walks great on a leash, he sits, lays down, and offers a paw when asked. He’s very gentle with taking anything you offer him and he’s happy to share his things with you too. Duke enjoys puppyish jumping from time to time and can be just a touch mouthy while playing. He’ll get over that quickly as he grows up. Duke is happy to meet other dogs too! He’s ready to start over again with a fabulous family that will welcome him home. Come meet him! Call 609-693-1900, visit ahscares.org/ forked-river-adoptables/ or email: office@ ahsppz.org for an adoption application.

Stafford Township Women’s

STAFFORD – The Stafford Township Women’s Club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, September through June, 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Bay Avenue

Community Center, 775 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin. Interesting programs are presented. Call Susan at 317-694-1983 for more information.