"Mari has a true love of pets and it shows through in her work."
Stafford Recreation's annual Holiday Wonderland & Christmas Market is Dec. 13.
Saturday, Nov. 29, is a crucial day for independently owned local businesses in Barnegat and Manahawkin.
Need to grab something last minute? These grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving:
Not everyone wants to cook on Thanksgiving Day. Several restaurants in the Barnegat-Manahawkin area will be open.
Before you chow down on turkey and all those delicious sides, kick Thanksgiving off with the Gobble Wobble in Manahawkin.
The Barnegat Volunteer Fire Company has announced the dates for the annual Santa Run. Here's when to see him in your neighborhood:
Susan Agin says the zoo and shelter rescue animals in need and bring comfort to the community.
Heading out to a patch or field to pick the best or biggest pumpkin isn’t just about finding the perfect Halloween jack-o-lantern.
Albert Music Hall's annual Pinelands Heritage & Americana Fest will be held Sept. 20, with live music, vendors and more.
Fall doesn’t officially start until the autumnal equinox on Monday, Sept. 22, but the season is already underway at local apple orchards.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Barnegat-Manahawkin.
The spin on a car wash will give vacationers a free interior vacuuming and a custom mix of Goldfish crackers.
Summer fun doesn't have to break the bank — check out these free or low-cost local events.
Those celebrating the summer solstice on Friday, June 20, long-regarded as the “official” start to summer, will find plenty to do locally.
Mother's Day is almost here, and it's time to show the mom in your life how much you care by making special plans ahead of schedule.
Get ready to explore exciting attractions and events right here in our community!
Make the most of the season with these local experiences!
We don’t yet know what teams will make it to the big game in New Orleans on Sunday, Feb. 9, but it’s not too early to find where to watch.
It was a busy year in Barnegat and Manahawkin. These were the Barnegat-Manahawkin Patch's top stories of 2024.
Ring in 2025 in style with these events in the Barnegat-Manahawkin area.
The New Jersey Poison Control Center offers safety tips for the holidays.
Not everyone wants to cook Christmas Eve supper or Christmas Day dinner, but there will be some places open in the Barnegat-Manahawkin area.
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to help you compile a list of lights around Barnegat and Manahawkin that deserve a visit.
The Grinch will pay visits and deliver gifts to the boys and girls of Barnegat and Stafford this holiday season.
Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Barnegat-Manahawkin families. Here's where to see him.
Enjoy the lighting of township Christmas trees and shop local goods for gifts for friends and family.
Saturday, Nov. 30, is a crucial day for independently owned local businesses in Barnegat-Manahawkin. It’s Small Business Saturday.
If you’re planning to put up a live Christmas tree this year, it’s a good idea to scope out what will be available.
Every year, foodborne illness causes 48 million illnesses, 128,000 hospitalizations, and 3,000 deaths, according to the CDC.
Patch and T-Mobile are teaming up to bring your moments of thankfulness from the dinner table to a wider audience.
Maintaining funding is a constant challenge for many nonprofits that fill gaps and meet other needs in the Barnegat-Manahawkin area.
Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to highlight what people are grateful for this November.
Don’t Let Halloween End in a Nightmare
A number of groups and organizations are set to participate in the district's fourth annual trunk-or-treat.
Once again, Barnegat Recreation is hosting a Halloween House Decorating Contest. See the list of homes here:
Whether you plan to carve a jack-o’-lantern or just add some festive flair to your stoop, there are plenty of places to pick up a pumpkin.
There were 21 Ocean County residents among the nearly 3,000 people who died in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
The autumnal equinox on Sunday, Sept. 22, signals the official arrival of fall, but the season is in full swing in the Barnegat area.
Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.