| Historic Portland Place Tours |
Wednesday-Sunday, October 28-November 1, 2026
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
| Tour this beautifully restored 18th century house with exhibits that help tell the story of the region's history and the Hartshorne family legacy in Monmouth County. Tours are limited to 10 persons and may be suspended during severe weather conditions. Register on site at the Portland Place Visitor Center, Hartshorne Woods Park, Locust, day of tour. FREE! |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, October 31 & November 1, 2026
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275 | See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE! |
| Open Mic Poetry - Gratitude and/or poems written as a set of instructions |
Sunday, November 1, 2026
3-4:30 p.m.
| Explore or recite literary works during a time of alliteration, rhythm and verse. All are welcome to read your work aloud or read work from your favorite poet(s). Must be appropriate for a family-oriented audience. Pre-registration is recommended for readers. Held at the Thompson Park Visitor Center, Lincroft. FREE! |
| Awesome Autumn Amble at Freneau Woods Park |
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
10 a.m.
| Explore the trails at Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen, with a Park System Naturalist and discuss all manners of plant and animal phenomena. Meet in the Visitor Center parking area. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. FREE! |
| Historic Portland Place Tours |
Wednesday-Sunday, November 4-8, 2026
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
| Tour this beautifully restored 18th century house with exhibits that help tell the story of the region's history and the Hartshorne family legacy in Monmouth County. Tours are limited to 10 persons and may be suspended during severe weather conditions. Register on site at the Portland Place Visitor Center, Hartshorne Woods Park, Locust, day of tour. FREE! |
| Climb Time at Thompson Park |
Friday, November 6, 2026
12-3 p.m.
| Head over to Thompson Park, Lincroft, (use Filly Run parking lot) and try the Park System's 25’ portable climbing wall. You must be 42” or taller to climb. Open to ages 8 and up; under 18 with adult. Weather and conditions permitting. FREE! |
| Fall Craft Show at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Saturday, November 7, 2026
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
| Get a jump start on your holiday shopping during this show that features over 40 unique, quality craft vendors. Admission and parking are free. |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, November 7 & 8, 2026
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275 | See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE! |
| Blacksmith Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Sunday, November 8, 2026
1-3 p.m.
| Head to the blacksmith shop at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and see craftsmanship in action and learn about the rich history behind the forge. FREE!
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| Historic Portland Place Tours |
Wednesday-Sunday, November 11-15, 2026
10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
| Tour this beautifully restored 18th century house with exhibits that help tell the story of the region's history and the Hartshorne family legacy in Monmouth County. Tours are limited to 10 persons and may be suspended during severe weather conditions. Register on site at the Portland Place Visitor Center, Hartshorne Woods Park, Locust, day of tour. FREE! |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, November 14 & 15, 2026
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275 | See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE! |
| Piano Ballads from the Turn-of-the-Century |
Saturday, November 14, 2026
1-3 p.m.
| Head to the farmhouse at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, to hear popular turn-of-the-19th-century ballads. FREE! |
| Cookstove Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Saturday, November 14, 2026
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
| See what's cooking on the woodstove at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and discover how recipes, cooking techniques and kitchens have changed since the 1890s. FREE! |
| Open Shoot Archery |
Saturday, November 14, 2026
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
| Improve your archery skills during this open shoot at the Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft. This is NOT a beginner instructional program. If you are new to archery, register for one of our instructional classes prior to attending. All equipment is provided. Open to ages 10 and up; under 18 with adult. The cost is $10 per person; cash or check only. |
| Nature Lecture: Nonnative Fish of New Jersey |
Sunday, November 15, 2026
1-2 p.m.
| Come to the Freneau Woods Park Visitor Center, Aberdeen, for this talk by a Park System Naturalist and discover some of the nonnative and invasive fish species swimming in New Jersey’s waters that threaten our native aquatic ecosystems. FREE! |
| Casual Birder at Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center |
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
9 a.m.
| Join a Park System Naturalist for a laid-back morning bird walk at the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell. Meet in the Environmental Center parking lot. We’ll meander for about an hour and a half and see what birds we can find. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy this walk. A limited number of binoculars will be available on a first come basis. FREE!
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| Awesome Autumn Amble at Hartshorne Woods Park |
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
10 a.m.
| Explore the trails at Hartshorne Woods Park with a Park System Naturalist and discuss all manners of plant and animal phenomena. Meet in the Rocky Point section parking lot in Highlands. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. FREE! |
| Accordion Melodies of the 1890s |
Saturday, November 21, 2026
1-3 p.m.
| Hear melodies of the 1890s played on the accordion during your visit to Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. FREE! |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, November 21 & 22, 2026
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275 | See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE! |
| Cookstove Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Saturday, November 28, 2026
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
| See what's cooking on the woodstove at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and discover how recipes, cooking techniques and kitchens have changed since the 1890s. FREE! |