May
4
Fri
One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest @ Center Players, Freehold, NJ's Resident Theatre Company
May 4 – Jun 3 all-day

Come to the Center Playhouse this May and in early June for showings of the classic play “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. Written by Dale Wasserman and Directed by Dave McGrath. It is based on the novel by Ken Kesey, and is about the main character Randall Patrick McMurphy who gets transferred from a Prison Farm to a Mental Institution. He comes to discover that the institution is actually a more restrictive and cruel environment to live in, in many ways…

20 Hour Teacher Training: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Issues @ Root to Rise
May 4 @ 6:00 pm – May 6 @ 6:30 pm
20 Hour Teacher Training: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Issues @ Root to Rise | Belmar | New Jersey | United States

Come to Belmar this May for a weekened retreat that will feature 20 hours of training centered around mindfulness training for those with substance abuse and mental health issues.
For yoga teachers, school teachers and counselors, social workers, justice system staff, substance abuse rehab staff, caregivers, and parents. Yoga Teachers will receive a 20 hr CEU Yoga Alliance.

May
5
Sat
Motor Show at the Showboat Hotel @ Showboat Hotel
May 5 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Motor Show at the Showboat Hotel @ Showboat Hotel | Atlantic City | New Jersey | United States

Located at the famous Showboat Hotel Atlantic City, the 3 day event will feature an indoor/outdoor car show, bands, burlesque, sideshow and much more in a Mardi-Gras style atmosphere.

15th Annual Riker Danzig 10K Race @ Newport Town Square Park
May 5 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
15th Annual Riker Danzig 10K Race @ Newport Town Square Park | Jersey City | New Jersey | United States
Registration is now open for the 15th Annual Riker Danzig 10K Race happening on May 5 in Newport. The beautiful, flat course takes runners through the bustling downtown Newport neighborhood, along the scenic Hudson River Waterfront Walkway with its spectacular views of the New York City skyline, and finally wraps up in the Newport Town Square. The event will feature raffles and giveaways from Newport hotspots, as well as refreshments from neighborhood vendors including NJ Beer Company, which will be serving post-race brews at Komegashi Too. Last year, close to 2,000 runners participated in the run, and this year’s race aims to raise over $5,000 for the area’s only not-for-profit hospital and regional trauma center, RWJ Barnabas Health Jersey City Medical Center. Nearly $16,000 will be given out in prize money to top runners in a range of categories. Register either for the Newport Double (which includes the 10K plus the Half-Marathon race in September) for $77, or for the 10K race alone, which costs $30 if you register by April 5 (and $33 after that until race day). For more information and to register, visit newport10k.com.
Spring Block Party
May 5 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Spring Block Party @ Ocean City | New Jersey | United States

9am-5pm from 5th-14th Sts. on Asbury Ave. Over 350 crafters, food vendors, music and more

Creative Arts & Music Festival @ Thompson Park
May 5 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Creative Arts & Music Festival @ Thompson Park | Middletown | New Jersey | United States

Come to Thompson Park, Lincroft, for this art and music festival. See the works of fine artists from all mediums including pottery, jewelry, photography and painting.

May Day Spring Festival and Pet Expo @ Island Beach State Park Beach 1
May 5 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
May Day Spring Festival and Pet Expo @ Island Beach State Park Beach 1 | New Jersey | United States

Join Island Beach for a pet expo, food trucks, dog walks, and many more!

Ocean Grove Welcome to Spring Fling Arts and Crafts Festival @ Ocean Grove
May 5 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ocean Grove Welcome to Spring Fling Arts and Crafts Festival @ Ocean Grove | Asbury Park | New Jersey | United States

Join us in welcoming spring at the Spring Fling Arts & Crafts Festival where there will be crafters and artists galore displaying and selling their art, along with food vendors to satisfy your appetite.

Visit our shops and restaurants while here to see what is new in Ocean Grove while enjoying the live music on Main Avenue.

Truckerton Food Truck & Brew Fiesta @ The Tuckerton Seaport & Bayments Museum
May 5 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Truckerton Food Truck & Brew Fiesta @ The Tuckerton Seaport & Bayments Museum | Tuckerton | New Jersey | United States

Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us! Tuckerton Seaport’s signature event returns for the 5th consecutive year with a Cinco de Mayo twist. The festival will be held on Saturday, May 5th from 11am-6pm and Sunday, May 6th from 11am-5pm. As in years past, attendees can expect food and fun from over a dozen food trucks featuring the best from North and South Jersey, as well as 12 craft brews and live music; additionally, this year’s event will feature a Taco Eating Contest!

Camp Burton at Allaire, 1929 @ Historic Village at Allaire
May 5 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Camp Burton at Allaire, 1929 @ Historic Village at Allaire  | Wall Township | New Jersey | United States

Come to The Historic Village at Allaire this spring to learn about some of Allaire’s history at Camp Burton! You will learn how the Boy Scouts of America and others have utilized this camp throughout history through exploration of the camp, as well as craft demonstrations, games, and demonstrations of life saving skills to name a few.

Spring-Nuts Seaside Serenade @ The Stone Pony
May 5 @ 12:00 pm – May 6 @ 8:00 pm
Spring-Nuts Seaside Serenade @ The Stone Pony  | Asbury Park | New Jersey | United States

Come to the Stone Pony this May for the second annual “Spring-Nuts Seaside Serenade” weekend. There will be yoga the first day to get you limbered up and in the mood for the rest of the festivities; which include music, food, prizes, and more!

Atlantic City Royal Princess Ball @ Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel
May 5 @ 12:30 pm – 6:15 pm
Atlantic City Royal Princess Ball @ Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel | Atlantic City | New Jersey | United States

Come One, Come All – to our Royal Princess Ball!
A day of magical fun for the whole family, brought to you by Dream Parties! You’ll get an amazing opportunity to meet and greet your favorite princesses!

Dream Parties is bringing to you a one-of-a-kind event with stage performances, dancing, stories, picture opportunities and more for some magical entertainment – geared towards your 3 – 7 year old princess fan, though all are welcome! Fun filled and interactive Princess Balls are our specialty. We bring them to many cities and enjoy meeting thousands of our little friends!
Your little one will get to participate in princess games, story time sing along, learn some ballroom dance moves, and…wait, there’s more, so let’s keep it a surprise!
Cinderella, Tower Princess, Beauty, Snow sisters, Mermaid princess, Sleeping Princess, Snow White, Arabian Princess, Frog Princess and more can’t wait to meet you! Come meet us at the Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center ballroom for a day you won’t soon forget!
We are hosting the following sessions:
— Our Saturday Early afternoon session —
VIP: Doors open at 12:30 pm and the event ends at 3:00 pm
General Admission: Doors open at 1:15 pm and the event ends at 3:00 pm
— Our Saturday Late afternoon session —
VIP: Doors open at 3:45 pm and the event ends at 6:15 pm
General Admission: Doors open at 4:30 pm and the event ends at 6:15 pm
Important note: Please look at your ticket type for the day, entry and end time to your session. Time + Date on your ticket may reflect the entirety of all sessions at a given venue.

VIP guests get early entrance to the event with limited amount of tickets being sold and a very official Coronation Ceremony, where your child or children will get crowned up on stage with a tiara that’s theirs to keep!

Please note: By purchasing tickets you agree to the following terms and conditions, which are subject to change without notice:
EVERYONE NEEDS A TICKET EXCEPT INFANTS. Infants under 12 months old do not require a ticket.
Every child or children in each party, must be accompanied by an adult with a ticket in the same ticket category as the child or children they are accompanying.
Parents and/or guardians must accompany their child or children throughout the entire event.
Based upon availability, we allow guests to transfer their tickets to another event and to upgrade their tickets. Eventbrite has instructions posted here.
We reserve the right to change the date, time, location, reschedule or cancel this event with a full refund of your ticket price due to unforseeable circumstances, including but not limited to weather, low ticket sales, etc…
At any given event, we make every effort to have at least 10 characters present, which is subject to availability and may vary from our promotional photos.
Characters and activities may change from location to location.
Start times are approximate, though we make every effort to start within 15 minutes of our stated start time. If we do have a late start, we will end the event later than stated.
Unless explicitly stated in our event description, we do not serve food at our events. You should plan on eating before or after our event.
It is not the intention of Dream Parties to violate any copyright or trademark laws, so we make every effort to differentiate our characters from all trademarked, licensed or copyrighted characters by using unique names and custom-made costumes, based upon popular fairytale characters that are out of copyright in the public domain. Any resemblance to copyrighted, licensed, or trademarked characters is completely coincidental. By purchasing a ticket, you hearby affirm that you are aware that we do not represent nor offer any licensed, copyrighted or trademarked characters at our event.
Children ages 12 and under may wear costumes; adults should not wear cosplay costumes but may dress in formal wear or business attire, though this is not required. Causual wear is acceptable for all guests.
We reserve the right to refuse entry or remove a guest from our event for any reason.
Neither Dream Parties, nor the venue where this event is hosted, are responsible for guest’s personal property. Please keep your personal items with you at all times.
By participating in this event, you specifically release Dream Parties and the venue where this event is hosted, from any claims or liabilities of any kind whatsoever, arising from or related to your participation in these activities.
By participating in this event, you agree to give consent to Dream Parties, and its authorized representatives, granting them permission to photograph and/or video record your participation in this event. You further agrees that all photographs and materials recorded may be used in any form, as part of any future publication, video, brochure and or other printed material for promoting Dream Parties. You and your heirs hereby release Dream Parties, its successors, and the venue where this event is hosted, from any liability whatsoever related to these materials and they acknowledge that these materials may be used without any payment of fees, royalties, credit given to your name, or any other compensation, from now through eternity.
Tickets are non-refundable.
If you do not agree to any or all of these terms and conditions, please do not purchase tickets for this event. Thank you for your understanding.
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3rd Annual Cinco De Mayo Pub Crawl @ Asbury Ale House + Various Venues
May 5 @ 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
3rd Annual Cinco De Mayo Pub Crawl @ Asbury Ale House + Various Venues | Asbury Park | New Jersey | United States

Join the fun with Asbury Park for their 3rd Annual Cinco De Mayo Pub Crawl! Make your mark on the top rated Spring event of 2018 in Asbury Park.

Girls in Gis New Jersey Special Event @ Inferno Training & Performance center
May 5 @ 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Girls in Gis New Jersey Special Event @ Inferno Training & Performance center | Marlboro Township | New Jersey | United States

Join us for the 1st Girls in Gis New Jersey special event! We are very excited to be doing this event with our amazing host and guest instructors! We’ve got an amazing instructor, giveaways and much more!!

Girls in Gis is a community of women and girls in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that come together through free or donation based training events which are hosted, instructed, and attended only by females. It’s our time to come together and take over the mats! Women and girls of all ages and skill levels are welcome to attend from any academy affiliation. We welcome beginners and don’t require any experience.Our events are designed for 100% participation. However, we do allow parents or chaperone to accompany underage participants as spectators. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us girlsingis@gmail.com

Doors open at 1:00 pm. Event begins promptly at 1:30 pm. Please arrive on time and ready to train.

GIGNJ-Guest instructor: Emily Kwok and Val Worthington

A portion of the proceeds from donations made go to our guest instructor for their time and efforts to further the sport for females in BJJ and to Girls in Gis programs.

ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER ONLINE. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL BE CLOSED ONCE WE REACH CAPACITY OF 100 PARTICIPANTS. WALK INS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ONCE CAPACITY IS REACHED.

Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable and all sales are final.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND SEE YOU SOON!

Keep in the loop:
www.girls-in-gis.com
www.facebook.com/groups/GirlsinGis
www.facebook.com/GirlsinGis
www.twitter.com/#!/_girls_in_gis_

Wizard of Oz @ State Theatre New Jersey
May 5 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Wizard of Oz @ State Theatre New Jersey | New Brunswick | New Jersey | United States

The entire family will be captivated as they travel down the Yellow Brick Road and beyond with Dorothy, Toto, and their friends the Cowardly Lion, Tin Man, and Scarecrow in this lavish production, featuring breathtaking special effects, dazzling choreography, and classic songs.

Derby For Declarations @ 709 South Restaurant
May 5 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Derby For Declarations @ 709 South Restaurant  | Point Pleasant Beach | New Jersey | United States

Come to Point Pleasant this May for the 6th annual “Derby For Declarations” watching the 144th version of the Kentucky Derby! The event will be held in the beautiful, private living room of the 709 South Restaurant with a live stream of the race.

There will be hand rolled cigars, complimentary mint juleps, open bar, delicious hors d’oeuvres, a large dinner buffet, a raffle with a LOT of awesome prizes and of course the The Best Hat Contest!!!

OCC Concert Band Presents: A Salute To Broadway, Part II @ Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts
May 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
OCC Concert Band Presents: A Salute To Broadway, Part II @ Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts | Toms River | New Jersey | United States

Main Stage, Adult $20, Senior $18

There is nothing better than a Broadway Show, except for Part II of the OCC Concert Band’s Salute to Broadway! As a follow up to last year’s hugely successful spring concert, the OCC Concert Band has taken a cue from their fans and will present A Salute to Broadway, Part II. Featuring selections from My Fair LadyCatsPorgy and Bess, and many, many more! Directed by Anthony Tafrow.

Back to the Future…Relive the 80s! @ Johnson Park Elementary
May 5 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Back to the Future...Relive the 80s! @ Johnson Park Elementary  | Princeton | New Jersey | United States

Come to Jonson Park Elementary this May to relive all the best memories from the 80s! Wear your best “80s attire” and come enjoy music and a backyard party that will leave you transported back in time!

Narcos : Capturing Pablo @ Count Basie Theatre
May 5 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Narcos : Capturing Pablo @ Count Basie Theatre  | Red Bank | New Jersey | United States

Their story inspired the hit NETFLIX series NARCOS.

Step into the world of DEA special agents Javier Peña and Steve Murphy who were instrumental in the take down of one of the most gruesome and prolific drug lords of all time,”The King of Cocaine,” Pablo Escobar.

Assigned as the lead investigators targeting Pablo Escobar and the Medellin Cartel, these true American heroes provide a first-hand lesson in history as they discuss their efforts in bringing down the world’s first narco-terrorist, the challenges they faced in hostile and life-threatening environments, and the innovative strategies they employed to successfully end the reign of terror of the world’s most wanted criminal. Their multimedia presentation is followed by a Q&A opportunity during which Javier and Steve will entertain questions related to their investigation and the making of NARCOS.

May
6
Sun
Jar of Hope Stadium Run @ Lakewood Blue Claws
May 6 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Jar of Hope Stadium Run @ Lakewood Blue Claws | Lakewood Township | New Jersey | United States

JAR of Hope Stadium Run at First Energy Park – Lakewood Blueclaws Stadium.

Join JAR of Hope (JOH) for a fun filled family event. Events are available for all ages & all levels of fitness.

Race through fitness stations competitively for time

Or

Enjoy a fun filled atmosphere with your friends and family

Why: All proceeds donated to support JOH’s fight against Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Duchenne is a muscle wasting disease for which there is no cure. Those affected are typically wheel chair bound by their teen years with life expectancy in their 20s.

JAR of Hope was established in 2013 by James & Karen Raffone in an effort to save their son Jamesy’s life and prevent other families from having to endure the pain of losing their children.

Events:

Stadium Run with Fitness Stations – Race for time as you conquer 13 Fitness Stations (Ages 14 & older)

Stadium Run without Fitness Stations – Enjoy a family friendly run or walk in Blue Claw Country. (All ages, Parental supervision encouraged for ages under 14)

1 Mile Fitness Run – Take on obstacles & race the mile (Ages 13 and under)

1 Mile Special Needs – Designed specifically for Special needs participants. Weave & conquer family fun fitness stations including softball toss, water balloons etc. A Parent or sibling/friend may accompany racers at no additional cost. Course will be wheelchair / stroller accessible and available for all ages.

Registration:

  • Take advantage of Early Bird Pricing NOW thru March 18th!!!!
  • Military personnel are invited to register for Free

For Additional Information regarding JAR of Hope: www.jarofhope.org

Below please find Sponsorship Opportunites for the JAR of Hope Stadium Run. If you would like to register to be a sponsor please contact us at 732-414-6670

Motor Show at the Showboat Hotel @ Showboat Hotel
May 6 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Motor Show at the Showboat Hotel @ Showboat Hotel | Atlantic City | New Jersey | United States

Located at the famous Showboat Hotel Atlantic City, the 3 day event will feature an indoor/outdoor car show, bands, burlesque, sideshow and much more in a Mardi-Gras style atmosphere.

GSBJJ Teens and Adults Spring Challenge! @ Garden State Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
May 6 @ 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
GSBJJ Teens and Adults Spring Challenge! @ Garden State Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

We are back with another tournament at GSBJJ! This competition will be offering divisions for teens and adults. This is an excellent tournament for new students to gain experience in a more comfortable setting then “the big tournaments”. For experienced grapplers, GSBJJ tournaments offer all the fun of competing without the waiting, driving, or unnecessary drama of other tournaments. At GSBJJ we are all friends enjoying a fun day of putting our skills to the test.

Available Divisions

Age

Teen – Ages 15-17

Adult – Ages 18 – 29

Master – Ages 30 – 39

Masters 2 – Ages 40+

Belt (For Gi Divisions)

White Belt – 4min Matches

Blue Belt – 5 Min Matches

Purple Belt – 6min Matches

Brown Belt – 6min Matches

Black Belt – 6min Matches

Experience (For No-Gi Divisions)

Beginner (White Belts) – 4min Matches

Intermediate (Blue and Purple) – 5min Matches

Advanced (Purple, Brown and Black) – 6min Matches

We will have women’s divisions as well! Competitors are allowed to compete up in experience for No-Gi and may be asked to be moved up in rank for Gi.

We will be making weight divisions by putting together divisions of the closest weighed competitors! Please be as accurate as possible when pre-registering with your weight to avoid delays in bracketing.

Registration Deadlines

*Super Early Registration*

March 19th – April 2nd

$39 For One Division

$47 For Two Divisions

Regular Registration

April 2nd – May 1st

$48 For One Division

$64 For Two Divisions

Registration closes at 12:01am SHARP on May 1st! Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after that time!

All Competitors Will Be Guaranteed AT LEAST 2 matches per division! If you lose your first match you will be given a match for 2nd or 3rd place (depending on size of bracket) or an exhibition (scored by ref) if you are no longer eligible to place.

As we are limited on space there is a $5 fee for spectators if you preorder online or at the front desk, and a 10$ fee at the door.

Behind The Scenes Tour @ Jenkinson's Aquarium
May 6 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Behind The Scenes Tour @ Jenkinson's Aquarium | Point Pleasant Beach | New Jersey | United States

Discover what goes on behind those closed doors as you tour the aquarium with our knowledgeable staff. Pre-registration and sneakers are required. Call 732-899-1659 to register.

Walk MS 2018 @ Sports & Civic Center
May 6 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Walk MS 2018 @ Sports & Civic Center | Ocean City | New Jersey | United States

Walk to create a world free of MS. Walk MS helps us team up with friends, loved ones and coworkers to change the world for everyone affected by MS. Together we become a powerful force. With every step we take, every dollar we raise . .  we’re that much closer. Together, we will end MS forever. Registration begins 9:00am at the Sports & Civic Center, 6th & Boardwalk. Walk begins at 10:00am.

Open Ceramics @ Thompson Park
May 6 @ 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Open Ceramics @ Thompson Park | Middletown | New Jersey | United States

Come to the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center, Lincroft, and choose from a large selection of bisque fired pottery pieces to glaze and make your own. Children age 12 and under are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $6 per hour plus price of bisque ware; cash or check only. Pieces will be fired in about a week.

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