Saturday, March 30, 2024
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
See what's cooking on the woodstove at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and discover how recipes, cooking techniques and kitchens have changed since the 1890s. FREE!
Monmouth County Agriculture Development Board Meeting
Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024
7:30 p.m.- 10 p.m.
732-431-7460
Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room
Hall of Records Annex 2nd Floor
1 East Main St., Freehold
and Virtually via WebEx Web Conference
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
1-4 p.m.
732-872-2670
Kick off the start of spring with a trip to the seashore! The Activity Center at Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park in Long Branch is a great place to bring back beach memories or to learn more about the seashore. Stop in during our annual Open House for some fun by the sea. Engaging hands-on activities will entertain and educate you and your family about the shore and the ocean. Speak with a Park System Naturalist about your own shell collection or the aquatic animals on display. Free admission and parking.
Thursday, April 4, 2024
10-11:30 a.m
Say “farewell” to the frosty weather as you join a Park System Naturalist on a peaceful trail walk through Big Brook Park, Marlboro. Meet in the lower pond parking lot. Sturdy footwear is recommended as trails used may have inclines or tree roots to step over. FREE!
Monmouth County Environmental Council Meeting
Thursday, April 4th, 2024
5 p.m.
732-431-7460
Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, the Monmouth County Environmental Council may determine the need to hold these meetings in person and/or virtually, as health concerns may necessitate. Please visit the Monmouth County website www.visitmonmouth.com 48 hours prior to the meeting for confirmation as to whether the meeting is in person or is virtual.
Saturday & Sunday, April 6 & 7, 2024
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275
See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE!
Monmouth County Development Review Committee Meeting
Monday, April 8th, 2024
2 p.m.
732-431-7460
Location: In person in the Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room
Monmouth County Transportation Council
Tuesday, April 9th, 2024
7 p.m.
732-431-7460
Location: In person in the Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room, by web conferencing or by phone
Monmouth County Office of Community Development FY2024 Annual Action Plan Public Hearing
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
2:00 p.m.
732-431-7460
To access this virtual meeting
https://countyofmonmouth.webex.com/countyofmonmouth/j.php?MTID=mcc5a82e253efe885c6e6f817b9a80504
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Monmouth County Construction Board of Appeals Meeting
Thursday, April 11, 2024
9 a.m.
732-431-7460, ext. 7462
Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room
Hall of Records Annex, 2nd Floor
1 East Main Street, Freehold
Saturday, April 13, 2024
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
This seasonal craft show, held at the Fort Monmouth Recreation Center in Tinton Falls, features local artists and crafters. Admission and parking are free.
Saturday & Sunday, April 13 & 14, 2024
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275
See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, April 13 & 14 , 2024
12-2 p.m.
Help the staff at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, sow this year's crop of potatoes. Weather dependent. FREE!
Saturday, April 13, 2024
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
See what's cooking on the woodstove at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and discover how recipes, cooking techniques and kitchens have changed since the 1890s. FREE!
Saturday, April 13, 2024
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join us for this open shoot at the Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft. This is NOT a beginner instructional program. If you are new to archery, register for one of our instructional classes prior to attending. All equipment is provided. Open to ages 10 and up; under 18 with adult. The cost is $10 per person; cash or check only.
Sunday, April 14, 2024
12-3 p.m.
Head over to Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen, and try the Park System's 25’ portable climbing wall. You must be 42” or taller to climb. Open to ages 8 and up; under 18 with adult. FREE!
Sunday, April 14, 2024
1-3 p.m.
See the quilter demonstrate how to do a beautiful quilting stitch so you can create your own heirloom quilt. Held at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. FREE!
Monmouth County Planning Board Meeting
Monday, April 15th, 2024
2 p.m.
732-431-7460
Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room
Hall of Records Annex, 2nd Floor
One East Main Street, Freehold, NJ
Thursday, April 18, 2024
10-11:30 a.m
Say “farewell” to the frosty weather as you join a Park System Naturalist on a peaceful trail walk through Clayton Park, Upper Freehold. Meet in the Emley’s Hill Road parking area. Sturdy footwear is recommended as trails used may have inclines or tree roots to step over. FREE!
Monmouth County Fair Housing Board
Thursday, April 18, 2024
3 p.m.
732-431-7460
Monmouth County Fair Housing Board may determine the need to hold these meetings in person and/or virtually, as health concerns may necessitate. Please visit the Monmouth County website www.visitmonmouth.com/communitydevelopment
48 hours prior to the meeting for confirmation as to whether the meeting is in person or is virtual
Thursday, April 18, 2024
7-8 p.m.
Come to the Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center, Port Monmouth, and discover everything you wanted to know about the most common sharks to be found in coastal waters in Monmouth County during this lecture. FREE!
Saturday, April 20, 2024
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Celebrate Earth Day at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, Howell, with guided nature walks, live animal presentations, and nature crafts. Plus, local nature organizations will be on hand to provide information. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, April 20 & 21, 2024
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275
See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE!
Saturday, April 20, 2024
12-3 p.m.
Visit Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and see how a woodworker studies his materials, plies his tools, and crafts beautiful and functional items. FREE!
Saturday, April 20, 2024
1-3 p.m.
Hear melodies of the 1890s played on the accordion during your visit to Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. FREE!
Sunday, April 21, 2024
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Head to Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, and help clean up trash and debris while learning about local shellfish and shells. FREE!
Sunday, April 21, 2024
1-3 p.m.
Head to Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park, Long Branch, and help clean up trash and debris while learning about local shellfish and shells. Meet at the Activity Center. FREE!
Sunday, April 21, 2024
1-3 p.m.
609-259-6275
Let the toe tapping tunes of the Magnolia Street String Band enliven your visit to Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. FREE!
Sunday, April 21, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Sunday, April 21, 2024
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Spend an afternoon at Holmdel Park, Holmdel, and see one of America’s favorite pastimes played using rules from the 19th century. FREE!
Monday, April 22, 2024
5-6:30 p.m.
Help restore our native maritime forest at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth. By planting native plants, your actions will provide valuable food and shelter for local wildlife! Plants are in limited supply so this program will be under a first come, first served basis.
Monday, April 22, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Monmouth County Development Review Committee Meeting
Monday, April 22nd, 2024
2 p.m.
732-431-7460
Location: In person in the Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
9 a.m.
Join a Park System Naturalist for a laid-back morning bird walk at Holmdel Park, Holmdel. Meet at the Shelter Building. We’ll meander through the park for about an hour and a half to see what birds we can find. Participants should expect to be walking a few miles (2-4) on sometimes uneven or muddy terrain. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow if needed. FREE!
Thursday, April 25, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, April 27 & 28, 2024
12-3 p.m.
Visit Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and learn how the farmers use traditional blade shearing practices to remove the fleece from sheep. Gene Sheninger will return with his collies to show their herding skills. FREE!
Saturday, April 27, 2024
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
See what's cooking on the woodstove at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and discover how recipes, cooking techniques and kitchens have changed since the 1890s. FREE!
Saturday & Sunday, April 27 & 28, 2024
12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
609-259-6275
See the 19th century gristmill in action at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold. Each demonstration lasts approximately 15 minutes. FREE!
Sunday, April 28, 2024
1-4 p.m.
Visit this house at Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth, which dates back to the early 1700s and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and see displays on the ecology of the bay and local history. FREE!