The Week Ahead in Toms River

Mark those calendars—below are programs, meetings and events you don't want to miss in Toms River this week:

Tuesday, July 16

Toms River’s Board of Education will meet for its regular meeting at High School North. The public portion begins at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 17

Planners will meet in Toms River’s town hall for a regular meeting beginning at 6 p.m.

Thursday, July 18

Toms River’s Veterans Commission is scheduled to meet for a regular meeting at town hall at 7 p.m.

Friday, July 19

Children and their families are invited to the after-hours Eyes of the Wild live animal event at Toms River’s Ocean County Library branch. Call 732-349-6200 to register.

Saturday, July 20

Have some Sharpie Fun at Toms River’s Ocean County Library branch at 11 p.m. Bring a clean white T-shirt to the event for children ages 6-12.

The Ice Cream Festival on Washington Street in downtown Toms River runs from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free and more information is available here.