| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Friday, June 22-26, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Friday, June 22-26, 2026
2-8 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Superb Summer Saunter at the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, June 24 2026
10-11:30 a.m.
732-834-9606 | Engage your curiosity as you explore the trails at the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, with a Park System Naturalist. Meet in the Environmental Center parking lot. FREE!
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Life in a Freshwater Pond |
Thursday, June 25, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
732-264-7277, ext. 1 | Join Park System Naturalists to explore a freshwater pond at Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen. Meet outside the Visitor Center. We’ll look for basking turtles, hopping frogs, hunting herons, splashing fish and anything else that catches our eye. We will also discover the unique life that lies underneath the water in a freshwater pond. Wear closed-toe shoes. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Friday, June 26, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28, 2026
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Everyone Has a Story |
Saturday, June 27, 2026
6-8 p.m.
732-842-4000 | Gather for a night of storytelling through life experiences. James Dalton, creator of AP & Me Productions, invites a cast of different characters from the region, all with unique voices and perspectives, all sharing their stories through a variety of topical prompts. Audience members will be encouraged to share their stories that relate to the given prompts as time allows. Light refreshments will be served. Held at the Thompson Park Theater Barn, Lincroft. FREE!
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| Climb Time at Thompson Park |
Saturday, June 27, 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. FREE! |
| Early American Music and Arts at the Holmes-Hendrickson House |
Saturday, June 27, 2026
12-3 p.m.
| Early American Music and Arts will perform on fifes and drums in true Revolutionary style at the Holmes-Hendrickson House, Holmdel Park, Holmdel. FREE! |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28, 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! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Thursday, June 29-July 2, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Thursday, June 29-July 2, 2026
2-8 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Monday, June 29, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Life in a Freshwater Pond |
Thursday, July 2, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
732-264-7277, ext. 1 | Join Park System Naturalists to explore a freshwater pond at Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen. Meet outside the Visitor Center. We’ll look for basking turtles, hopping frogs, hunting herons, splashing fish and anything else that catches our eye. We will also discover the unique life that lies underneath the water in a freshwater pond. Wear closed-toe shoes. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Friday-Sunday, July 3-5, 2026
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Friday, July 3, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Friday, July 3, 2026
6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Thompson Park Canoe Rentals |
Saturday & Sunday, July 4 & 5, 2026
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
732-842-4000 | Canoes will be available for rent on Marlu Lake in Thompson Park, Lincroft. All equipment provided; limited number of canoes available. Open to all ages; under 18 with adult. All rentals must be returned by 3 p.m. Fee is $15 per boat for 1-3 people for two hours. Cash or check only. |
| Independence Day Celebration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Saturday, July 4, 2026
12-3 p.m.
732-946-3758 | Join the staff at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, as they celebrate the holiday with games and contests. FREE!
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| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, July 4 & 5, 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! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Saturday & Sunday, July 4 & 5, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| The Libby Prison Minstrels at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Sunday, July 5, 2026
1-3 p.m.
| Hear historical songs performed by the Libby Prison Minstrels about life on the battlefield and the home front during the Civil War era. Held at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. |
| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Friday, July 6-10, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Friday, July 6-10, 2026
2-8 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Monday, July 6, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Tidal Tuesdays - Seining at Fisherman's Cove |
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Stop by Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan, and join a Park System Naturalist for this free seining program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures that may be found along the cove. Closed-toe shoes are required. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Life in a Freshwater Pond |
Thursday, July 9, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
732-264-7277, ext. 1 | Join Park System Naturalists to explore a freshwater pond at Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen. Meet outside the Visitor Center. We’ll look for basking turtles, hopping frogs, hunting herons, splashing fish and anything else that catches our eye. We will also discover the unique life that lies underneath the water in a freshwater pond. Wear closed-toe shoes. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Auditions for "You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown" |
Thursday, July 9, 2026
4:30-8:30 p.m.
| Open opportunity casting for 6 performers, ages 16+. Held at the Thompson Park Theatre Barn, Lincroft. Sign in starting at 4 p.m. Come with a 32-bar cut of a song within the style of the show (comedic contemporary/TYA), headshot, and resume. Email these items to TheBellaCampo@gmail.com for online submission or with any questions.
Callbacks will occur on Saturday, July 11 from 12-4 p.m.
Show Dates: Saturday & Sunday, October 2 & 3 |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Friday, July 10, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Saturday Swim Time at Big Brook Park |
Saturday, July 11, 2026
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Enjoy the pool at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The cost per day is $35.00 per family (up to 4 people); $10.00 per person. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Disc Golfing at Big Brook |
Saturday, July 11, 2026
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Bring your friends or family and challenge each other to a round of disc golf at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The baskets are set up in varying lengths from 150 to 250 feet. We will provide the discs, or bring your own. Sign in at the Park Pool House and let the disc fly! Open to ages 5 and up, families, with adult. FREE!
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| Open Swim at the Fort |
Saturday & Sunday, July 11 & 12, 2026
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, July 11 & 12, 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! |
| Lacemaking Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Saturday, July 11, 2026
1-3 p.m.
| Visit Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and watch lacemaking in action as our demonstrator shows the historic techniques of crochet, bobbin and shuttle work used in the Victorian era. FREE! |
| Rigging 101 at the Manasquan Reservoir |
Saturday, July 11, 2026
1-3 p.m.
| If you are an experienced sailor but do not have a sailing certification or would like to refresh your skills, attend this session at the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, and learn how to rig our 15’ American sailboats. Sailors showing proficiency will have an opportunity to obtain a Monmouth County Park System sailing card, which will allow them to rent these boats during our drop-in sailboat rental times. Meet at the West Dock/Ramp. FREE!
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| Open Shoot Archery |
Saturday, July 11, 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. |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Saturday & Sunday, July 11 & 12, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Victorian Laundry Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Sunday, July 12, 2026
1-2:30 p.m.
| Experience a late-Victorian laundry day at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. From lighting the wood stove to ironing the aprons, we cover loads of material during this demonstration, so make sure to hang around for a bit. FREE! |
| Open Mic Poetry - The America I Dream Of and/or Poems Inspired by the American Revolution |
Sunday, July 12, 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 Theatre Barn, Lincroft. FREE! |
| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Friday, July 13-17, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Friday, July 13-17, 2026
2-8 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Monday, July 13, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Tidal Tuesdays - Seining at Fisherman's Cove |
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Stop by Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan, and join a Park System Naturalist for this free seining program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures that may be found along the cove. Closed-toe shoes are required. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Life in a Freshwater Pond |
Thursday, July 16, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
732-264-7277, ext. 1 | Join Park System Naturalists to explore a freshwater pond at Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen. Meet outside the Visitor Center. We’ll look for basking turtles, hopping frogs, hunting herons, splashing fish and anything else that catches our eye. We will also discover the unique life that lies underneath the water in a freshwater pond. Wear closed-toe shoes. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Friday, July 17, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Concert in the Park: American Folk Rock with Jackson Pines |
Friday, July 17, 2026
7-8:30 p.m.
| Weaving fingerpicking, fiddle, and stand-up bass with vocal harmonies, this local band will play original songs and centuries-old folksongs. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, food, and soft drinks. The concert is outdoors at the Thompson Park Theatre Barn; however, inclement weather will move the concert indoors. FREE! |
| Saturday Swim Time at Big Brook Park |
Saturday, July 18, 2026
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Enjoy the pool at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The cost per day is $35.00 per family (up to 4 people); $10.00 per person. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Open Swim at the Fort |
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2026
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Disc Golfing at Big Brook |
Saturday, July 18, 2026
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
732-834-9606 | Bring your friends or family and challenge each other to a round of disc golf at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. The baskets are set up in varying lengths from 150 to 250 feet. We will provide the discs, or bring your own. Sign in at the Park Pool House and let the disc fly! Open to ages 5 and up, families, with adult. FREE!
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| Thompson Park Canoe Rentals |
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2026
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
732-842-4000 | Canoes will be available for rent on Marlu Lake in Thompson Park, Lincroft. All equipment provided; limited number of canoes available. Open to all ages; under 18 with adult. All rentals must be returned by 3 p.m. Fee is $15 per boat for 1-3 people for two hours. Cash or check only. |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 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! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Early Bird Workout |
Monday-Friday, July 20-24, 2026
7-10 a.m.
| Lap lanes available in our pool. Daily and season swim passes available for individuals and families (up to 4 people). Weather and conditions permitting. |
| Open Swim at the Fort |
Monday-Friday, July 20-24, 2026
2-8 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Enjoy the pool at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls. Daily and season swim passes available. Weather and conditions permitting.
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| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Monday, July 20, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Casual Birder at Big Brook Park |
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
9 a.m.
| Join a Park System Naturalist for this laid-back morning bird walk at Big Brook Park, Marlboro. We’ll meander for about an hour and a half and see what birds we can find. Participants should expect to be walking a few miles (2-4) on sometimes uneven or muddy terrain. 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! |
| Tidal Tuesdays - Seining at Fisherman's Cove |
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Stop by Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan, and join a Park System Naturalist for this free seining program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures that may be found along the cove. Closed-toe shoes are required. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park |
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
| Join us at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth for this hands-on nature program. Discover a variety of fish, crabs, and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net toward the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. Closed-toe shoes are required. Meet on the beach near the parking lot. Parents or guardians are required to stay with and supervise their children. No swimming during the event. This program is designed for individuals and families. Weather permitting. FREE! |
| Boat Tours of the Manasquan Reservoir |
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m.
732-919-0996, ext. 4526 | These 45-minute tours of the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, are narrated by Park System Naturalists and include opportunities to view local wildlife. The cost is $6 per adult and $4 per child, age 12 and under. Children must be 2-year or older to attend and able to sit independently during the duration of the tour. Please call to confirm schedule as tours are both weather and water level dependent. All tours leave from the Visitor Center. Life-jackets required. Tickets can be purchased on day of tour only. |
| Nature Lecture Series - Understanding Dolphin Behavior |
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
7-8 p.m.
| Come to the Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center, Port Monmouth, for a talk by a Park System Naturalist and learn about these marine mammals and how their presence contributes to the diverse ecosystem thriving along the Jersey Shore. FREE! |