| Cookstove Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Saturday, March 15, 2025
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! |
| Nature Lecture: Spring Peepers in Monmouth County |
Sunday, March 16, 2025
1-2 p.m.
| Come to the Freneau Woods Park Visitor Center, Aberdeen, for this talk by a Park System Naturalist and learn about this often-heard but rarely seen amphibian. FREE! |
| Open Gym at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Monday, March 17, 2025
2:30-5:30 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Stop by the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls, and play basketball in our climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The cost is $8 per person per day; cash, check or credit card accepted. Open to all ages; 16 & under with adult. |
| Open Gym at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
3-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Stop by the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls, and play basketball in our climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The cost is $8 per person per day; cash, check or credit card accepted. Open to all ages; 16 & under with adult. |
| Splendid Spring Stroll at Hartshorne Woods Park |
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
10-11:30 a.m
| Say farewell to the frosty weather as you join a Park Naturalist on a peaceful trail walk through Hartshorne Woods Park. Meet in the Rocky Point parking lot in Highlands. Sturdy footwear is recommended as trails used may have inclines or tree roots to step over. FREE! |
| Open Gym at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
2-5 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Stop by the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls, and play basketball in our climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The cost is $8 per person per day; cash, check or credit card accepted. Open to all ages; 16 & under with adult. |
| Open Gym at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Friday, March 21, 2025
2:30-5 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Stop by the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls, and play basketball in our climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The cost is $8 per person per day; cash, check or credit card accepted. Open to all ages; 16 & under with adult. |
| World Water Day at Historic Walnford |
Saturday, March 22, 2025
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
609-259-6275 | Drop-in and take a gander at the Crosswicks Creek, the water source that once powered Waln's Mill. Then, take a peek at the bright blue mill, itself! Held at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. FREE! |
| Open Gym at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Monday, March 24, 2025
2:30-5:30 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Stop by the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls, and play basketball in our climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The cost is $8 per person per day; cash, check or credit card accepted. Open to all ages; 16 & under with adult. |
| Casual Birder at Fisherman's Cove |
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
9 a.m.
| Join a Park System Naturalist for this laid-back morning bird walk in Fisherman's Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan. We’ll meander through the park for about an hour and a half to see what birds we can find. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow if needed. FREE!
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| Open Gym at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
3-6 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Stop by the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls, and play basketball in our climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The cost is $8 per person per day; cash, check or credit card accepted. Open to all ages; 16 & under with adult. |
| Open Gym at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
2-5 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Stop by the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls, and play basketball in our climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The cost is $8 per person per day; cash, check or credit card accepted. Open to all ages; 16 & under with adult. |
| Open Gym at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Friday, March 28, 2025
2:30-5 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Stop by the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls, and play basketball in our climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The cost is $8 per person per day; cash, check or credit card accepted. Open to all ages; 16 & under with adult. |
| Cookstove Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Saturday, March 29, 2025
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 Gym at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center |
Monday, March 31, 2025
2:30-5:30 p.m.
848-456-4278 | Stop by the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls, and play basketball in our climate controlled, indoor gymnasium! The cost is $8 per person per day; cash, check or credit card accepted. Open to all ages; 16 & under with adult. |
| National Handmade Day at Historic Walnford |
Saturday, April 5, 2025
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
609-259-6275 | Do you quilt, sew, felt, knit, or crochet? Stop by Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold, and get creative with us. We'll be on the porch of the Waln House. FREE! |
| 19th Century Woodworking Demonstration at Historic Longstreet Farm |
Saturday, April 5, 2025
12-3 p.m.
| Visit Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and see how a woodworker studies his materials, plies his tools, and crafts beautiful and functional items. FREE! |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, April 5 & 6, 2025
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! |
| Climb Time at Shark River Park |
Sunday, April 6, 2025
3-6 p.m.
| Head over to Shark River Park, Wall, 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! |
| Splendid Spring Stroll at Freneau Woods Park |
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
10-11:30 a.m
| Say “farewell” to the frosty weather as you join a Park System Naturalist on a peaceful trail walk through Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen. Meet in the Visitor Center parking lot. Sturdy footwear is recommended as trails used may have inclines or tree roots to step over. FREE! |
| Spring Craft Show |
Saturday, April 12, 2025
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
| This seasonal craft show, held at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center in Tinton Falls, features local artists and crafters. Admission and parking are free. |
| Mill Demonstration at Historic Walnford |
Saturday & Sunday, April 12 & 13, 2025
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, April 12, 2025
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! |
| Accordion Melodies of the 1890s |
Saturday, April 12, 2025
1-3 p.m.
| Hear melodies of the 1890s played on the accordion during your visit to Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. FREE! |
| Open Shoot Archery |
Saturday, April 12, 2025
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. |