Article Archive for July 2011
The Township of Ocean Historical Museum is in the middle of a very exciting exhibit, called: Shipwrecks, Lifesaving and the story of Takanassee. This recently opened exhibit, in the Museum’s West Gallery, tells the fascinating tale of the treacherous nature of early sea travel and the many shipwrecks along the Jersey shore, New Jersey’s role in the nation’s response to shipwrecks and the heroism of Lifesaving station #5. Visitors to the exhibit will rediscover fond memories of the Takanassee Beach Club.
Looking for something to do away from the beaches? The Jersey Shore has a great selection of golf courses to choose from. Whether you are an experienced player or just starting the sport, these courses offer something to every age and ability level.
Discover the top weekend activities for the Jersey Shore, July 22-24.
The National Weather Service is expecting local temperatures this week to hit in the upper 90s and possibly even reach 100 degrees by Friday and into the weekend.
While the local beaches and the county park …
The Novins Planetarium Sky Theater recently re-opened with some of the latest projection technology to bring you the universe in innovative and exciting new ways. The planetarium dome is a virtual 3-D video space, no longer restricted to simply an earthbound view of the sky, you can now take a journey from the smallest size scales to the edge of the universe. When you want to see the night sky as viewed from Earth, their new fiber-optic star projector will provide a beautiful, crisp view of the night sky.
The Wall Township Public Library has come a long way from its opening 50 years ago this month in one room of the “Little Red Schoolhouse,” the New Bedford School.
As the Wall Public Library celebrates …
The Barnegat Historical Society was founded in 1967 when the town of Barnegat celebrated its 300th anniversary. The aim of the Society is to preserve old buildings and shops that house a collection of artifacts and records that tell the story of the village of Barnegat.
Explore upcoming family activities for the Jersey Shore this weekend, July 8-10.
