Fundraiser For The 24th Annual Jingle Bells Run

TOMS RIVER – Save the date! The fi rst ever fundraiser for the Toms River Police Department Foundation 24th Annual Jingle Bells Run will be held at Riv’s Toms River Hub on July 29 at 5 p.m.

Come out to support a great cause and have fun! Food, drinks, DJ, games, giveaways, and more. This year’s spotlight charity is the Field of Dreams Foundation and all proceeds for this fundraiser will go directly to collegiate scholarships for local students. Be a part of the chance to make a difference in your community.

Ocean County History Day

TOMS RIVER – The Third Annual Ocean County History Day will take place on September 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a rain date scheduled for September 17.

The Ocean County Historical Society will be co-sponsoring this fun day with the Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission. Numerous Ocean County Historical Societies and museums will be setting up displays to help tell the rich history of Ocean County. There will be live entertainment, historic reenactors, history books to purchase, and free tours of the newly renovated Elizabeth Sculthorp Force Victorian Era house and museum. For additional information, contact Jeff Schenker at 609-339-9134 or jeffschenker@ myyahoo.com.

Field Of Dreams 2nd Annual Car, Truck, And Motorcycle Show

TOMS RIVER – Field of Dreams 2nd Annual Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Show will be on October 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1505 North Bay Avenue, Toms River. Registration starts 9 a.m. Rain date October 15. Pre-register here: rwjbhfieldofdreams.com/ product/car-show-entry-fee. More information here: jerseyshorecarshows.com/fod.

Here is a show you don’t want to miss! There will be something for everyone to enjoy, so make sure you bring the whole family! Here’s what to expect: $20 pre-registration by September 15 or

$25 day of show (Veterans pay $20 day of show!)

Open to all years/makes/modes of cars, trucks & motorcycles

50/50 Raffle

Wonderful raffle prizes

Trophies and Awards

Awesome food Vendors will be present

The park will be open so make sure to bring the kids

Music by DJ Big Al from Jersey Shore Car Shows

100% of the proceeds benefits Field of Dreams!

Harry Potter Birthday Bash For Teens

TOMS RIVER – Teens, join for the biggest party of the summer! “Happy Birthday, Harry Potter!” will be held in Mancini Hall of the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch, 3 to 4:30 p.m. July 28.

There will be lots of activities, including a Sorting Quiz to determine your House, plus wands, potion necklaces, and pygmy puffs to make. Some edible treats might contain potential allergens.

Affordable Cremation Packages

Package includes: Removal from hospital or facility within 25 miles of funeral home, all funeral home service fees, and required cremation container MCDDT-01. Package excludes residential removal fee and Crematory charges.

Package includes: 2-Hr Memorial Visitation (during regular business hours) a complimentary select Urn, removal from Hospital or Facility with-in 25 miles of Funeral Home, all Funeral Home service fees, required cremation container MCDDT-01. Package excludes residential removal fee and Crematory charges.

Serving All Faiths

According to the series by J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter came to life July 31, 1980. The author was born on July 31, 1965. Harry’s birthday is a major celebration in the world of wizards and it is also party time for all Potterheads in the muggle world. Register at theoceancountylibrary.org/events to attend this free program. For more information, visit the OCL Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, or call 732-349-6200.

TRAC - Artin’ In The Park At Field Of Dreams

TOMS RIVER – “Team TRAC, Traveling TRAC” will be heading to RWJ Barnabas Field of Dreams on July 26 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Team TRAC will be “Artin’ in the Park” with the kids from Field of Dreams. The Junior members will be doing a “hand mural” with the kids and under the pavilion they will making “peace poles.”

If you are a member of the Field of Dreams family, come out and join! These are family friendly events, free of charge. Both projects are completely inclusive to children/adults of all levels. If the children need help, we have plenty of TRAC members to help.

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