Eventful: February 2023

By: Community Magazine | February 2, 2023 |  Eventful | 

Wondrous Winter Walk at Thompson Park

February 1, 10 a.m.
Toss on your winter gear and tag along with a Park System Naturalist as you explore Thompson Park, Lincroft, in the wintertime. Meet in the Old Orchard parking lot. Open to all ages; under 18 with adult. Please Note: Sturdy footwear recommended, trails used may have inclines or tree roots to step over. FREE!

24th Annual Deep Cut Orchid Society Show

February 3-5, Fri-Sat 9 a.m. – 6p.m.and Sun 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Dearborn Market, 2170 Route 35 South, Holmdel

Cutting, Splitting and Hewing at Historic Longstreet Farm

February 5, 12-2:30 p.m.
44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel
Come out to Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and get warmed up using a two-man saw and splitting wedge; learn how farmers used a froe to rive shingles or a broad ax to hew beams. Open to adults. FREE!

Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Market

February 8, 11-4 p.m. and February 11, 1-5 p.m.
Bell Works 101 Crawfords Corner Rd, Holmdel
Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for that special someone in your life? Visit the Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Makers Market Series, where you’ll find a wide selection of handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts created by local artisans. With over 75 vendors – from jewelry and pottery to candles and artisanal food items, there’s something for everyone.

Bluegrass & Oldtime Music

February 19, 12- 5 p.m.
Embury United Methodist Church, 49 Church St., Little Silver
The Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Association of New Jersey presents a Stage Show and Jam at Embury United Methodist Church every third Sunday of the month from September through May. Light refreshments are available. Admission is $5 for BOTMA members and $6 for non-members. www.njbluegrass.org

Monmouth County Parks Backyard Bird Count – Huber Woods Park

February 19, 9-10 a.m.
25 Browns Dock Rd, Locust
Join a Park System Naturalist to explore Huber Woods Park, Middletown, in celebration of the Great American Backyard Bird Count. Meet at the Environmental Center to see what winter birds are at local feeders and take a small walk. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow, if needed. FREE!