This Week's Toms River Area Events

Toms River NJ

08 November, 2021

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TOMS RIVER, NJ — Looking for things to do in the Toms River area? See what's new on your Toms River Patch community calendar. Check out what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. Looking to host an event? Whether you're planning a career fair, a comedy night, or an auction, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are all of this week's events in the Toms River area: Featured Event: Holiday Open House at the Historic Mathis House When: Monday, November 8th at 5:03 p.m. Where: Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room What: If you have never been to the Mathis House, you do not want to miss our Holiday Open House. Come enjoy complimentary scones, tea and beautiful music. We have 17 Christmas trees, a year round Christmas Shop and learn the history of the Inn. This is a complimentary event and par... Learn More Featured Event: Holiday Open House at the Historic Mathis House (Vicki weiss) Friends of the Ocean County Library - Toms River Meeting When: Monday, November 8th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Monday, November 8 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Friends Event, and Program Audience: Adults The Friends design and manage fund raising activities to support the library. New members a... Learn More FanNation: Puzzle Piece Scavenger Hunt When: Monday, November 8th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Monday, November 8 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: FanNation Audience: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, and Family Help us find the pieces to our missing puzzle by participating in this scaveng... Learn More FanNation: Fandom Watercolor Take & Make When: Monday, November 8th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Monday, November 8 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker,FanNation Audience: Adults Celebrate a popular science fiction or a fantasy universe with these watercolor silhoue... Learn More FanNation: Shonen/Shoujo with Ivan Veldez Jr. When: Monday, November 8th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Virtual What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Monday, November 8 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMBranch Location: Virtual Type of Event: FanNation,Program,Virtual Program Audience: Teens,Adults Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88109466170  Comics for boys and comics for girls..... Learn More Featured Event: Christmas Carol Tea Party When: Tuesday, November 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room What: Enjoy a live reading of the Christmas Carol performed by a theater group in costume. Tickets include a Creme Tea with two warm delicious scones, clotted cream and lemon curd with a full pot of tea per person. The Mathis House, circa 1898, will be decorated with dozens of Holid... Learn More Featured Event: Christmas Carol Tea Party (Vicki weiss) Featured Event: Celebrate A Week Of Self-Care With 15 Percent Off Flowers When: Tuesday, November 9th at 9:00 p.m. What: Self-care should be a daily priority. But for most of us, life gets busy and we don't always find the time to recharge. If you are looking for a reason to slow down and shift your priorities, National Spa Week is Nov. 4-9! In honor of this week that's focused on self-care, FTD... Learn More Featured Event: Celebrate A Week Of Self-Care With 15 Percent Off Flowers (FTD Flowers) Adult Color Theory and Practice 2 When: Tuesday, November 9th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ 08732 What: Tuesdays, Nov 9-30, 2021, 9:30 AM- 11:30 AM, Duration: 4-Week$60 members/$75 non-members For this class we will start with a review of what was covered in the first class. Learn the basics of color theory and the nature of pigments. Learn how to mix any color you need from a l... Learn More Adult Take & Make: Fidget Sleeves - Ocean County Library - Toms River When: Tuesday, November 9th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Tuesday, November 9 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker Audience: Adults Attention knitters! In recognition of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, pick up a take & make ki... Learn More A Conversation with Eric O'Neill When: Tuesday, November 9th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts What: Virtual Tickets are Free, Pre-Registration Required Join Eric O'Neill for a virtual engagement that provides practical insights into real work situations relevant to many industries. Registration begins Monday, July 12, 2021, at noon. 1 virtual ticket per viewing device. Visit... Learn More Rutgers Master Gardener Program - Class of 2022 - Information seminar When: Tuesday, November 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County, 1623 Whitesville Rd, Toms River, NJ, 08755 What: Become A Certified Rutgers Master Gardener. If you have an interest in gardening, love to learn new skills, educate the public, meet new people, and have some fun, this class is for you!! No previous education or training in horticulture is necessary. Call to reserve your s... Learn More A Dickens' Christmas Tea When: Tuesday, November 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room What: Visit the famous Mathis House Victorian Tea Room decorated for the season. Enjoy a professional live reading of A Christmas Carol each Tuesday from Nov. 9 - Jan. 4. Tickets include a pot of gourmet holiday tea with two warm, homemade, delicious scones with clotted cream. Call ... Learn More WEBINAR - The Knee: ACL Injuries, Patellofemoral Pain, & Patellar Instability When: Tuesday, November 9th at 6:30 p.m. What: This is a FREE webinar and will be offered via Zoom. Have you experienced an ACL injury or patellofemoral pain? ACL injury and patella (knee cap) disorders can result from engaging in certain fitness activities that put stress on the knee or from simply landing or pivoting the... Learn More Evening Book Discussion - Ocean County Library - Toms River When: Tuesday, November 9th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Tuesday, November 9 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Program Audience: Adults Reading With Patrick by Michelle Kuo                                  This event was originally posted o... Learn More Featured Event: Clover Health Medicare Advantage Plans When: Wednesday, November 10th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Webinar What: The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is here. It's time to compare your Medicare Advantage Plan options. Join us to learn about Clover Health Medicare Advantage Plans. Clover Health is one of the fastest-growing Medicare Advantage plans.You see the doctor you want.Clover Heal... Learn More Featured Event: Clover Health Medicare Advantage Plans (Kerri Buckley) Featured Event: The Art of Long-Term Care Planning When: Wednesday, November 10th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Town Square at the Jersey Shore What: FREE WORKSHOP. Planning for aging generally falls at the bottom of our priority list. But planning can actually maximize our choices and ability to remain at home and independent for as long as possible. If you are currently caring for a parent or another loved one, it is like... Learn More Featured Event: The Art of Long-Term Care Planning (Linda Panarella) Featured Event: Tea and Scones with Santa When: Wednesday, November 10th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room What: Bring your children to meet Santa and enjoy a tea party at the magical Mathis House Victorian Tea Room located at 600 Main Street in Downtown Toms River. The mansion will be decorated with over 17 Christmas trees and kids can visit the North Pole. The tea service will include ... Learn More Featured Event: Tea and Scones with Santa (Vicki weiss) Kids Take & Make Turkey Time - Ocean County Library - Toms River When: Wednesday, November 10th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Wednesday, November 10 at 9:00 AMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker Audience: Kids Children ages 3 - 6 are invited to the Toms River Branch to pick up a Thanksgiving Take & Make craft kit... Learn More Watercolor - Understanding the Basics-10 When: Wednesday, November 10th at 9:30 a.m. Where: Ocean County Artists Guild What: Painting With Watercolors Does Not Have to Be Complicated!(6 weeks) Cost $90 members/$110 non-members Learn the basic aspects of working with watercolors, such as transparency levels, water control, gradients, and paint saturation. This class will cover the essential skills ... Learn More Living with Alzheimer's for Caregivers: Understanding Early Stages: Part 2 When: Wednesday, November 10th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Virtual What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Wednesday, November 10 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMBranch Location: Virtual Type of Event: Informational Program,Program,Virtual Program Audience: Adults This three (3) part series will help caregivers recognize the symptoms... Learn More FanNation: Superhero Take & Make Kit When: Wednesday, November 10th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Wednesday, November 10 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker,FanNation Audience: Kids,Family Stop by the Toms River Branch lobby to pick up a superhero take & make kit... Learn More Take & Make: Aurora Cycle - Ocean County Library - Toms River When: Wednesday, November 10th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Wednesday, November 10 at 2:00 PM through Thursday, November 11 at 9:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker Audience: Teens Celebrate the release of the third and final Aurora Cycle book wit... Learn More FanNation: The Art of Voice Acting with Aaron Dismuke When: Wednesday, November 10th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Wednesday, November 10 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch,Virtual Type of Event: FanNation,Program,Virtual Program Audience: Teens,Adults Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82710633055 Learn how to beco... Learn More Appy Hour - Ocean County Library - Toms River When: Wednesday, November 10th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Wednesday, November 10 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Computer/Technology Classes,Informational Program,Virtual Program Audience: Adults Link: https://theoceancountylibrary.org/even... Learn More Featured Event: Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications When: Thursday, November 11th at 5:45 p.m. Where: Webinar What: Obtain a Free Training Grant for High-Demand Business Certifications Please click the following link to register: WIOA Training Grants Webinar Please add [email protected] and [email protected] to your contacts list to receive registration information and reminde... Learn More Featured Event: Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications (Sharon Bussey) Featured Event: Bourbon and Cigar Night When: Thursday, November 11th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room What: Come experience the magic of the Mathis House at our Bourbon and Cigar Four Course Filet Mignon Dinner. This formal dining experience includes a mixed green salad, homemade soup, warm bread with herbed butter, filet mignon with roasted potatoes and horseradish aioli sauce, and... Learn More Featured Event: Bourbon and Cigar Night (Vicki weiss) Featured Event: Celebrate Your Favorite Veteran With Patriotic Flowers When: Thursday, November 11th at 9:00 p.m. What: Veterans Day is a time to reflect and recognize the courage and dedication of active and former military service members. This year, honor your favorite veteran by sending a patriotic floral arrangement. FTD Flowers has beautiful bouquets and gifts that are perfect for the occ... Learn More Featured Event: Celebrate Your Favorite Veteran With Patriotic Flowers (FTD Flowers) Take & Make Craft: Veteran's Day Poppy Craft When: Thursday, November 11th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Thursday, November 11 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker Audience: Kids Commemorate Veteran's Day with a special take home craft.   Children and their families are invi... Learn More Bi-Annual Used Book Sale - Ocean County Library - Toms River When: Thursday, November 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Thursday, November 11 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Friends Event Audience: Kids,Tweens,Teens,Adults,Family Friends of the Library - Toms River Branch are having a used book sale... Learn More Decades Kits: Far Out 70s - Ocean County Library - Toms River When: Thursday, November 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Thursday, November 11 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: DIY/Craft/Maker Audience: Adults Are you missing the good ol' days? Try out our new Decades Kits. This month features Far Out ... Learn More Visit with NJ Reentry Corporation (NJRC) When: Thursday, November 11th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Library - Toms River What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Thursday, November 11 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PMBranch Location: Toms River Branch Type of Event: Program Audience: Adults Are you looking for employment? Are you on probation or parole? Have you maxed-out? The New J... Learn More FREE-Monthly Art Chat-November When: Thursday, November 11th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Artists Guild What: Kim Cesaretti is hosting Art Chats! Let's get together to share and talk about our art! Have a glass of wine and get connected to your local art community! Get feedback from your fellow artists and make new art friends! Let's talk about what inspires us, the trials and trib... Learn More FanNation: Level Up Your RPG With Morgan Conroy When: Thursday, November 11th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Virtual What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Thursday, November 11 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMBranch Location: Virtual Type of Event: FanNation,Program,Virtual Program Audience: Teens Link: https://meet.jerseyconnect.net/b/cec-lji-197-gi3 How do you immerse yourself in a... Learn More Featured Event: Braven Health Medicare Advantage Plans When: Friday, November 12th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Webinar What: The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is here! It's time to compare your Medicare Advantage Plan options. Join us to learn about Braven Health Medicare Advantage Plans. We are an independent Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, backed by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, p... Learn More Featured Event: Braven Health Medicare Advantage Plans (Kerri Buckley) FanNation: Dungeon Reference: An Actual Play Dungeons & Dragons Podcast When: Friday, November 12th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Virtual What: Event listing from Ocean County Library - Toms River: Friday, November 12 (all day)Branch Location: Virtual Type of Event: FanNation,Virtual Program Audience: Teens,Adults Join us on an adventure in this actual play of Dungeons & Dragons podcast featuring real live librar... Learn More FREE-Monthly Art Book Club/Media- November When: Friday, November 12th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ 08732 What: Meets the 2nd Friday of the Monthly, 5:00-6:15 PM, FREELet's get together and share our favorite art books, media, and other resources related to art making, art history, artists, art marketing, etc. This first meeting we will draft a list of books that we would like to discus... Learn More Featured Event: Rider University Undergraduate Open House When: Saturday, November 13th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Rider University What: Rider University Undergraduate Open House Saturday, November 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Talk with current Rider Broncs, learn more about academics, connect with faculty, explore student life and more! Here are a few reasons why you should consider Rider University: Affordabilit... Learn More Featured Event: Rider University Undergraduate Open House (Rider University) Drug Awareness Committee is sponsoring a Craft Fair & Yard Sale When: Saturday, November 13th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Toms River Elks Lodge 1875 What: Tables are $20. There are some spaces inside.  No rain date.  For additional details: Call  Beth Buecker @(732)604-2272 or                  Lynn Parkhurst  @(732)567-2054 Learn More Holiday Tote Bag-Believe When: Saturday, November 13th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Avenue, Island Heights, NJ 08732 What: Saturday, Nov 13, 2021 6-9 PM, $25/person; Minimum 10 / Maximum 15 Enjoy a fun evening out. Adults/Teens are welcome. Snacks, wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be served. Paint a Holiday themed tote bag for yourself or as a gift to give! Learn More Check out all the local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Toms River Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.