Th ird Annual Friends Of Ortley

Beach Craft Fair Returns

By Bob Vosseller

ORTLEY BEACH

–The

third annual Friends of Ortley Beach Craft Fair is coming up soon.

The event will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on August 12 outside the grounds of Saint Elisabeth’s Chapel at Five 3rd Avenue, Ortley Beach.

There be a variety of vendors and many favorite vendors will be back as well as several new ones. There will also be live music performed throughout the event. Acoustical performer LeftySouthPaw will play from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. while vocalist and guitarist Gary Nokes will perform from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The event has a rain date of August 19.

First Responders Day At Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach

SEASIDE HEIGHTS –Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach is inviting fi rst responders for a free afternoon of fun!

Essential First Responders (with valid ID) and immediate family members will receive a free unlimited ride wristband from 2 to 7 p.m. on September 30. “Thank you for all that you do to keep us safe and healthy,” the owners of the popular boardwalk attraction said.

Saint Barbara Greek Festival Coming In September

TOMS RIVER – Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church in Toms River is hosting its annual Greek Festival from September 22 to 24.

Come taste authentic Greek food and pastries, Loukoumades, Souvlakia, Gyros, and more! Watch Goyans and youth groups perform traditional and award-winning Greek dances and enjoy live music, rides, and games.

Large indoor dining room, outdoor entertainment tent, outdoor Greek food court with beer truck and full bar, rides and games, indoor 12,000 sq. ft. vendor area with bistro tables to enjoy your fresh Greek pastry and coffee.

Parking available at Ocean County College - lot #2 with free, convenient shuttle bus service.

School’s Out Summer Party

TOMS RIVER – On August 12 from 1 to 3 p.m., Wellspring Church is hosting a ‘School’s Out Summer Party’ for elementary-aged kids at Castle Park, Corner of Oak Avenue, and North Bay Ave in Toms River.

They’ll have crafts, water balloons, relay races, yummy snacks, and lots of bubbles! This will be an excellent time for you and your kids to come together and have fun!

Plus, they’ll be raffl ing off a brand-new Nintendo Switch!

This event is free and open to all families with elementary-aged kids. No registration is required. You must be present at the time of the raffle to win the Nintendo Switch. Have questions? Email rebekah@ wellspring.one.

For more information, visit wellspring. one/summerparty.

Silverton Fire Annual Fall Festival

TOMS RIVER – Save the date! Silverton Volunteer Fire Co. Annual Fall Festival will be on October 7 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Fire and vehicle extrication demonstrations; antique fire trucks; Toms River Police motorcycle units and K9 demonstrations; over 100 motorcycles’ 5K run throughout Silverton; live music; local vendors; kids rides; food; refreshments

If you’re interested in participating in the festival or sponsoring the festival, email mcocco@trfi re.org.

Fall Craft And Vendor Fair

TOMS RIVER – East Dover Baptist Church is hosting a Fall Craft and Vendor Fair on September 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 974 Bay Avenue, Toms River.

Shop from amazing artisans and vendors throughout the lawn and grab a bite to eat or drink at the cafe. Proceeds from this event go back to help out food pantry.