Community Events and Programs
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Mental Health America Webinars
Mental Health America advances the mental health and well-being of all people living in the U.S. through public education, research, advocacy and public policy, and direct service.
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Ocean County Artist's Guild
Upcoming classes.
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St. Francis Family Support Services Support Groups 2025
St. Francis Family Support Services is offering a number of support groups in 2025 including: Parenting Group, Parenting in Recovery, and Anger Management Program. To register, contact: 609-494-8861 ext. 197.
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Tuesday, May 13 - Saturday, May 31 in Manahawkin
Oasis Family Success Center
In-PersonOasis Family Success Center May Calendar
Please join us for a variety of workshops and craft days at Oasis Family Resource Center, Manahawkin NJ
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Tuesday, May 13 - Tuesday, June 10 @ 12:00 PM (Bi-Weekly)
Improving Healthcare and Addressing Health Disparities for People with Disabilities Webinar Series Virtual
This series of courses covers a comprehensive range of topics related to intellectual and developmental disabilities. The series includes practical guidance on navigating appointments and interactions, tools for self-advocacy for patients, families, and caregivers and more. All Sessions will take place on Zoom from 12 pm - 1 pm.
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Tuesday, May 13 @ 5:30 PM
Englewood Health
VirtualHealthy Fetal Development: Nutrition Essentials
Join dietitian Ivette Lebron, MS, RDN, for an informative and engaging virtual session designed to empower expectant mothers with the knowledge and tools they need for optimal prenatal nutrition.
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Wednesday, May 14 @ 9:00 AM in Lakewood
RWJ Barnabas Institute for Prevention and Recovery
In-PersonFree Naloxone Training
Naloxone Training - On average Ocean County experiences five fatal and non-fatal overdoses per day. Be prepared to help someone exciting an overdose by being trained to administer naloxone.
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Wednesday, May 14 - Wednesday, July 16 @ 9:30 AM in Toms River
Bright Harbor's EMBRACE Program
In-PersonWarm Horizons Grief Group
Warm Horizons is a free, welcoming space for adults who are moving through loss and seeking connection, comfort, and gentle renewal. Group will be held weekly on Wednesdays May 14th - July 16th from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JDDVPMS.
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Wednesday, May 14 - Wednesday, July 16 @ 4:00 PM (Weekly)
NJ Connect for Recovery
VirtualEmpowering Families: Navigating the Struggles of Substance Use Disorder with Hope and Support
NJ Connect for Recovery is offering this twice-monthly Wednesday Webinar Series to families and friends impacted by a loved one’s Substance Use Disorder. This series provides an opportunity to gain experience and new skills as well as greater understanding of their family situation. Held twice monthly on Wednesdays at 4:00 and 6:00 PM. RSVP required.
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Wednesday, May 14 - Wednesday, June 4 @ 6:30 PM in Lakewood (Weekly)
Ocean County Library
In-PersonFree U.S. Citizenship Prep Class
Free U.S. Citizenship Prep Class will be held every Wednesday from 4/16 - 6/4 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM at the Lakewood Branch of the Ocean County Library. This class will help you pass the naturalization test to become a U.S. Citizen. For more information or to register, contact: Lakewood Information Services Department (732-363-1435 x2100).
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Thursday, May 15 - Thursday, May 29 in Toms River (Weekly)
The Ocean County Advisory Commission
In-PersonClothing Drive to Assist the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office
The Ocean County Advisory Commission is proud to sponsor a Clothing Drive to assist the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office - Special Victims' Unit. All clothing must be new! For further information or if any other County Departments or Community Agencies would like to participate, contact Kelly or Susan at 732-506-5374.
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Friday, May 16 @ 1:00 PM in Lanoka Harbor
In-PersonAgape Counseling Services Open House
Come visit our new space on May 16th from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM! Location: 815 US HWY 9, Lanoka Harbor, NJ. RSVP by May 2nd to info@agapenj.org or 609-242-0086. Event to include: light refreshments, giveaways and resources!
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Saturday, May 17 - Saturday, January 17 @ 11:00 AM (Monthly)
Join the CCYC for our Annual Series with: South Jersey Legal Services (Webinar) Virtual
Join the CCYC for our Annual Webinar Series with: South Jersey Legal Services. South Jersey Legal Services, Inc., is a non-profit organization created to provide quality legal representation and advocacy. Join the series to educate yourself to become a better advocate for your children.
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Saturday, May 17 @ 6:00 PM in Barnegat
Hearts of Mercy
In-PersonHearts of Mercy presents The Voice of Sinatra Fundraiser
Join Hearts of Mercy for live entertainment courtesy of Sean Hanlon, pasta dinner included. Event to be held on 5/17 at 6:00 PM at Barnegat Recreation Center (900 W Bay Ave. Barnegat, NJ 08005). Purchase tickets here: https://hearts-of-mercy.org/event/the-voice-of-sinatra/ or contact 908-783-0269
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Monday, May 19 - Monday, May 26 (Weekly)
Dignity Suds & Duds
In-PersonDignity Suds & Duds Donation Drive
Dignity Suds & Duds aims to provide access to laundry facilities to the unhoused community in the Ocean County areas of New Jersey. Link to donate: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-complete-our-road-map-to-clean-clothes-for-the-unhoused
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Monday, May 19 - Monday, May 26 (Weekly)
Fulfill of Monmouth and Ocean County
In-PersonFulfill's May 2025 Resource Connections Team Outreach Calendar
Fulfill of Monmouth and Ocean County's May 2025 Outreach Calendar. To get FREE confidential assistance in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, please call 732-643-5888 or email us at SNAP@fulfillnj.org or Health@fulfillnj.org.
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Monday, May 19 @ 12:00 PM
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey
VirtualTraumatic Brain Injury In Service Members and Veterans: Symptoms, Support, Advocacy, and Wellness
This webinar covers traumatic brain injury in service members and veterans, including prevalence, screening, return-to-duty guidelines, symptoms (acute to chronic), management strategies, wellness, and resources for service members, veterans, and caregivers.
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Tuesday, May 20 @ 5:30 PM
Englewood Health
VirtualLet's Doula this! Understanding the Role of Doulas for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond
Join Ines P. Serna, MS-PH, CCCE, CD(DONA) for a webinar designed to provide a family-centered approach to understanding community-based doulas.
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Tuesday, May 20 @ 6:30 PM
Englewood Health
Virtual¡Vamos a Doula esto! Comprendiendo el rol de las doulas durante el embarazo, el parto y más
Únase a Inés P. Serna, MS-PH, CCCE, CD(DONA) en un seminario web diseñado para brindar un enfoque centrado en la familia sobre las doulas comunitarias.
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Wednesday, May 21 @ 12:00 PM in Wall
Allaire Community Farm
In-PersonAllaire Community Farm: Open House for our I/DD Programs
We’re excited to welcome individuals 16 & Up with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families to a special Open House event where you can learn all about our inclusive, supportive programs and vibrant farm community.
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Wednesday, May 21 @ 12:00 PM
Growing Up Online: Understanding Youth Internet Trends, Subcultures, and Relationships Virtual
Join us for the last #AskTheExperts webinar of the spring 2025 cycle “Growing Up Online: Understanding Youth Internet Trends, Subcultures, and Relationships” on Wednesday, May 21 at 12pm ET via Zoom
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Thursday, May 22 @ 12:00 PM
Center for Family Services
VirtualLunch & Learn: Coping with Grief - Window of Tolerance
Please join the Center for Family Services Grief & Traumatic Loss Services and Camden County Family Support Organization for our twice monthly, 45-minute, free, virtual Grief Education Workshops.
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Friday, May 23 - Thursday, October 23 @ 10:00 AM (Monthly)
Our Health to Hold Monthly Webinar Series Virtual
A series guide to Monmouth & Ocean County cancer & chronic disease resources, prevention,
screening, social & support services. Join Us! Wednesdays (4th Wednesday of every month) at 10:00 AM. Hosted by Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance with a collaboration of community partners. -
Saturday, May 24 @ 12:00 PM in Toms River
Toms River Artist Community
In-PersonTRAC's Empty Bowls, Full Hearts Event
Fighting hunger, one bowl at a time! This is a powerful community event where local potters donate handcrafted bowls, each one is a unique, one of a kind creation. 100% of the proceeds go to "A Need We Feed." Saturday, May 24th from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM at TRAC Studio (40 Main St. Toms River, NJ).
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Sunday, June 1 @ 1:00 PM in North Long Branch
Moceans
In-PersonMoceans Annual Beach Bash!
Enjoy an afternoon of music in the air and your wheels in the sand! A fully inclusive beach day with Moceans Center for Independent Living!
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Monday, June 2 @ 5:30 PM in Freehold (Week3)
Neighborhood Connections to Health
In-PersonCocina Comunitaria Intergeneracional de Freehold
¿Te gustaría cocinar comidas saludables y económicas? ¡Todas las edades, niveles de experiencia y culturas son bienvenidas! Sin costo para los participantes, se proporcionan alimentos y suministros. Ubicación: Cruce de caminos (33 Throckmorton St. Freehold). Se lleva a cabo el tercer lunes de cada mes de 5:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m.
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Monday, June 2 @ 5:30 PM in Freehold (Week3)
Neighborhood Connections to Health
In-PersonFreehold Intergenerational Community Kitchen
Would you like to cook healthy, low-cost meals? Take home tasty meals for your family? Connect with the community? Learn new cooking skills? All ages, experience levels & cultures welcome! No cost to participants, food & supplies provided. Location: Crossroads (33 Throckmorton St. Freehold). Held on the 3rd Monday of every month from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM.
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Tuesday, June 3 @ 12:00 PM
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey
VirtualChronic Traumatic Encephalopathy: A review of the state of the science
This free webinar will discuss the history of the discovery of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), describe the pathophysiology of CTE, distinguish between the clinical entity from the histopathologically defined diagnosis, review current diagnostic criteria, and explore future directions for the study of CTE.
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Thursday, June 5 - Thursday, December 4 @ 11:00 AM in Brick Township (Week1)
Anchor Family Success Center
In-PersonHIV Testing Workshop
Join us for a morning cup of coffee and to learn general knowledge on HIV/AIDS so you
can help raise awareness for yourself and others and learn about the importance of HIV testing to fight the spread of HIV virus. Held every second Thursday of the month at Anchor Family Success Center in Brick, NJ from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. To learn more contact: 848-241-9346. -
Thursday, June 5 @ 12:00 PM
Center for Family Services
VirtualLunch & Learn: Self Compassion While Grieving
Please join the Center for Family Services Grief & Traumatic Loss Services and Camden County Family Support Organization for our twice monthly, 45-minute, free, virtual Grief Education Workshops.
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Thursday, June 5 @ 6:30 PM in Toms River
Ocean County Library
In-PersonAn Overview of SSI and Medicaid for Adult Individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Are you someone who needs help navigating the system? Join us for a workshop that will discuss the basics of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid. Registration required here: https://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/12903014
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Thursday, June 5 - Wednesday, November 5 @ 6:30 PM in Toms River (Monthly)
Ocean County Library
In-PersonNavigating Life with Intellectual and Developmental Disability: Teen & Adult Services Program Series
This series of programs will focus on the issue that matters most to individuals impacted by IDD - and their caregivers - as they prepare for adulthood. All events are free and open to the public! To register ask a staff member or call 732-349-6200. https://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/12903014
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Friday, June 6 (Monthly)
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey
In-PersonBrain Injury Alliance of New Jersey Family Camp 2025
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Saturday, June 7 @ 6:00 PM (Monthly)
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities Transition Thursday Webinar Series Virtual
We welcome and encourage individuals and their families to attend one of our monthly Transition Thursday Webinars held the second (Intake Process & Transition Resources 6:00 - 7:30 PM) and third (Topic of the Month 12:00 - 1:00 PM) Thursdays. Register: https://listserv.dhs.state.nj.us/scripts/wa.exe?SUBED1=DDD_TRANSITION_TO_ADULT_LIFE&A=1
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Thursday, June 12 @ 6:30 PM
Family Support Organization of Bergen County
VirtualGuardianship and Durable Powers of Attorney
The workshop will cover the basics of guardianship, limited guardianship, conservatorship, and other surrogate decision-making options, with an aim towards attaining the maximum possible independence for your child while preserving vital protections for important decision-making.
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Thursday, June 19 @ 12:00 PM
Center for Family Services
VirtualLunch & Learn: Mediators of Mourning
Please join the Center for Family Services Grief & Traumatic Loss Services and Camden County Family Support Organization for our twice monthly, 45-minute, free, virtual Grief Education Workshops.
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Friday, June 20 @ 6:00 PM in Island Heights
CLCL Foundation
In-PersonFree Family Fun Night at Ocean County Artists Guild
Free Family Fun Night Tie-Dye Edition! Offering Tasty Food, Outdoor Movie, Beautiful Views of the Island Heights Boardwalk, and Toms River.
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Tuesday, June 24 - Tuesday, August 26 @ 9:00 AM in Brick (Weekly)
St. Raphael's Episcopal Church
In-PersonEat up for Kids Food Distribution Program
Weekly food packages for families with children! Available 6/24 - 8/26. Food will be distributed Tuesdays 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. If your family is in need of assistance, call 732-458-5711 (leave your name, number of adults/children, and a return contact number). Sponsored through St. Raphael's Episcopal Church (1520 Rt. 88, Brick, NJ).
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Saturday, June 28 @ 9:00 AM in Little Egg Harbor
Family Promise of the Jersey Shore
In-PersonFamily Promise of the Jersey Shore's Run the Railroad 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Family Promise of the Jersey Shore is excited to announce we have partnered with Little Egg Harbor Township Mayor Dan Maxwell and the Township Committee to present the Run the Railroad 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, June 28th. For more information and volunteer/sponsorship information, please call 609-968-1888.
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Saturday, July 12 @ 7:00 PM in Jackson Township
In-PersonWestlake Veterans Club presents Summer Spectacular III
Come dance the night away with Westlake Veterans Club. This spectacular event promises to be a night to remember, so put on your dancing shoes and help support this organization. Proceeds will be used to outfit the kitchen in Larry's Home, a transitional facility in Little Egg Harbor. To register or for questions, contact: 732-833-9023.
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Thursday, July 24 @ 10:00 AM
South Jersey Legal Services (SJLS)
VirtualBankruptcy Basics
Join us for a webinar, and hear how you may qualify for a free bankruptcy attorney through our Private Attorney Involvement Program. Pre-registration is required.
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Wednesday, July 30 in Lakewood (Monthly)
In-PersonGeorgian Court University Pre-College Summer Program
The Pre-College Summer Program (PCSP) is a dynamic, immersive summer residential experience for New Jersey high school students (ages 16–21) with intellectual and developmental disabilities.