Family Events in Ocean and Monmouth Counties

Jersey Shore Jacket Drive … Donate your gently used coat at our WOBM Studios at 8 Robbins Street in Toms River or Laurita Winery in New Egypt during regular business hours.

Attention Comic Book Fans! the Jersey Shore Comic Book Show is coming to Toms River on Sunday, January 21st. The event runs from 10 am to 4 pm at the Toms River Elks, located at 600 Washington Street in Toms River. Enjoy the 1st Comic Book Show of 2018 which will feature guest artists, vendors, and cosplay/costume groups.

Wednesday, January 24^th …. The Waretown Elementary School Citizenship Club hosts a NJ Blood Services Blood Drive in the gym of Waretown Elementary School on Railroad Ave in Waretown from 3:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Call 609- 693-3131 for more information.

Saturday, January 27^th ….. The Forked River Presbyterian Church hosts a Spaghetti Dinner at the church located at 131 North Main Street in Forked River with seating’s at 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Saturday, January 27^th … The Ocean County Vocational Technical School holds a Career Discovery Day at their Brick Center located at 350 Chambers Bridge Rd from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Explore different careers through hands-on interactive activities plus enjoy fun activities for the entire family. Call 732- 473-3100 or click ocvts.com for more information.

Saturday, January 27^th … The Manasquan Elks Club hosts a Comedy Night at their lodge on Stockton Lake Boulevard starting at 7 p.m. Call 732- 903-4386 for tickets and more information.

Friday, February 2^nd …. The American Heart Association holds their annual National Wear Red Day to support Go Red for Women and to fund research as part of American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease in the U.S. kills approximately one woman every 80 seconds. Go Red For Women advocates for more research and swifter action for women’s heart health. Click GoRedForWomen.org for more information.

Dell’Omo Realtors located at 3455 Route 66 in Neptune is teaming with the Monmouth County SPCA to find homes for people and pets. With every home sold Dell’Omo Realtors will sponsor a pet at the shelter. The office will also act as a drop-off location for blankets, towels other items for the MSPCA’s pets. For more information call (732)531-5008 or visit dellomorealtors.com

The County Connection, located near JC Penney’s at the Ocean County Mall, is a service of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders. County residents can learn about programs, services, and activities available to them in Ocean County. The County Connection is open regular mall hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays. For more information, call (732)288-7777 or visit the County Connection web site at co.ocean.nj.us.