Eventful: May 2023

By: Community Magazine | May 1, 2023 |  Eventful | 

Pier Village High Tide Maker and Artisan Market

May 5 through September 8, 11:00am – 6:00pm
Join us starting Friday, May 5 and every Friday through September 8 at Pier Village, Long Branch. As the most exciting beachfront destination at the Jersey Shore. High Tide’s open-air market offers unique items from makers and artisans alongside yoga and reiki workshops.

Windows on the Water

May 5, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Surfrider Beach Club, Sea Bright
Join Clean Ocean Action for fun and festivities at the fundraising event of the year! Hosted by The Lobiondo Family at Windows on the Water at Surfrider Beach Club, COA’s Shore Shindig features live music by Thom White & The Flatliners, open bar, raw bar courtesy of Lusty Lobster, “shorely” sumptuous appetizers & big beachy buffet by Chef Pete (surf & turf, gluten-free, and vegetarian options available), exciting silent auction, and 50/50 raffle with excellent company and stunning ocean views included! Go to CleanOceanAction.org to reserve your tickets or to see sponsorship and underwriting opportunities.
Tickets are $125 each or 10 for $1,000.

Ocean Grove’s Spring Fling Arts and Crafts Show

May 6, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Ocean Grove’s Spring Fling Arts & Crafts Show featuring Jo Wymer and Band and Chuck Lambert Blues! Rain or Shine, Free Admission, Crafts, Art, Music & Food!

Swingin’ Sinatra & Dessert Event!

May 7
Avon Marina Building, 2 Main Street, Avon-By-The-Sea
A mix of live entertainment, music, chat by Sinatra Guest Speakers, and some light dessert snacks round out the afternoon celebrating the music and career of Frank Sinatra.

The Spongebob Musical

May 8, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Auditions will take place at the Middletown Arts Center. Participants must prepare 32 bars of a musical theater song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided or please bring tracks for your selection. To schedule an audition time, please email auditionmac@gmail.com.

Newcomers and Neighbors Spring Luncheon

May 11, 12:00pm
Oyster Point Restaurant, Red Bank
The Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Colts Neck, Holmdel and surrounding areas will hold its annual spring luncheon. Friends and guests will enjoy a day together, with a delicious meal and great comedy entertainment! For information call (908) 309-1602.

Creative Arts Festival

May 13, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft
This arts festival features specially selected artists’ works of pottery, photography, jewelry, paintings and other mediums. With more than 45 artists displaying their works, booths will be located both inside the barns and outdoors under tents. This family-friendly festival also includes live music, art demonstrations and children’s activities.

Citizens for Informed Land Use (CILU) Zoom Presentation by Michael Pisauro from the Watershed Institute

May 15, 7:30pm
Pisauro will share his expertise on watersheds, inland flooding, stormwater management, and how to protect the Swimming River Reservoir watershed in which much of Holmdel is located. This Zoom presentation is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Karen at karsyv356@gmail.com. To register online, visit bit.ly/3LuAMrs.

Interfaith Neighbors Gala Celebrating 35 Years of Neighbors Helping Neighbors

May 18
Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club, Farmingdale
Interfaith Neighbors, a 501(c)3 based in Asbury Park, will be celebrating 35 years of operation this May at their Gala. The celebration and fundraiser will be held at Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club in Farmingdale and will include a cocktail hour, auctions, dinner, and dancing. All proceeds raised from the event will benefit Interfaith Neighbors’ programs.

Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival

May 27-29
Monmouth Park, Oceanport
Food trucks are finally back with the Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival during Memorial Day weekend. Come enjoy this most delicious event!