Local Happenings: March 2020 & beyond

Fresh Farmers and Makers Market
Wednesdays in March 12:00 to 5:00 pm
Bell Works, Holmdel

Shop weekly from local farmers, food purveyors, local artisans and more. We’ll have lots of family activities, food & craft demos, live music, libations and more! This event is FREE and open to the public. More info, visit bellworksfresh.com

Alize Carrere Film Screening & Presentation
March 12 beginning at 6:30 pm
Triumph Brewing Co Restaurant & Brewery, Red Bank

Join National Geographic explorer, environmentalist and award-winning filmmaker Alize Carrere presented by Monmouth Conservation Foundation. Cocktails and film screening & presentation will be followed by dinner. More info, visit monmouthconservation.org.

Turkey Dinner Benefit for No Limits Café
March 14 Seatings: 4pm, 5pm, 6pm & 7pm
Holmdel Community Church, Holmdel

Enjoy a delicious turkey dinner with all proceeds going to No Limits Cafe in Middletown. Seating is limited and reservations strongly advised. Tickets are $20/adult & $8/children under 12. Contact Joni VanNest for tickets at 678.371.9569 or email HolmdelChurchDinner@gmail.com.

Spring Equinox Celebration
March 19 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Colonial Nursery, Lincroft

The Living Tree presents an engaging celebration of food, beverages, art and speakers with local collaboration. Guests will gather in the garden for a lively experience centered around seasonal living. More info, visit thelivingtree.guide.

Women of Distinction & Community Partners Gala
March 20 from 6:00 to 11:00 pm
Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club, Farmingdale

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore will host its annual gala to honor a group of outstanding community role models who inspire girls to become leaders of tomorrow. More info, visit jerseyshoregirlscouts.org.

Stephy’s Place BINGO Night
March 20 – Doors Open at 5:30 pm BINGO at 6:30 pm
Christian Brothers Academy, Lincroft

Win cash and donated gift prizes all in support of Stephy’s Place! Entrance fee is $35, you must be 21 or over to attend, includes 6 Bingo cards, dessert, coffee and tea. BYO food and drink. More info and to reserve your seat, visit stephysplace.org.

Cabaret for Hope – “The Best of Broadway”
March 21
Paramount Theatre, Asbury Park

Enjoy a full theatrical experience of area theatre groups, all to benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation whose mission is to assist children suffering from cancer. More details to come, visit ashleylaurenfoundation.org.

Red Bank Wedding Walk
March 22 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Visit 25+ wedding-centric shops and services, whether you’re planning your big day, rehearsal dinner, shower or bachelor(ette) party, consider a Red Bank venue as the host location. The first 300 engaged couples to register will receive a Wedding Walk tote bag filled with goodies and discounts. More info, visit redbank.org.

13th Annual Caring With Karaoke
March 25 from 7:00 to 11:00 pm
The Stone Pony, Asbury Park

Hosted by the Monmouth Regional Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Group, the evening will include a karaoke contest with prizes, open karaoke, tricky tray items and more all to benefit CASA for Children of Monmouth County. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. More info, visit monmouthregionalchamber.com.

Garden State Film Festival
March 25 through March 29

Asbury Park Founded to promote the art of filmmaking on all levels by showcasing a wide variety of film, video and animated works as well as provide educational programs in the creative arts to the public by industry leaders. Different ticket options for the festival are available. Visit gsff.org for more information.

Fulfill’s Humanitarian Gala: Shine Light on Hunger
March 27 from 6:00 to 11:00 pm
The Sheraton of Eatontown

A delicious menu with an array of hors d’oeuvres and specialty stations, live music, dancing, entertainment, auction & 50/50 cash raffle. Honoring 2020 Humanitarian of the Year – David Indursky, President & CEO of ENCON Mechanical. More info, visit fulfillnj.org.

1940’s Old Hollywood Supper Club
March 27 from 7:00 to 11:00 pm
McLoone’s Supper Club, Asbury Park

To benefit CFC Loud N Clear Foundation, enjoy exquisite hors d’oeuvres, 3-course chef’s delicacies dinner, open bar. Guests of Honor are Senator Declan O’Scanlon & Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso, entertainment includes music by Eryn & Matt O’Ree and comedy by Don Jamieson. More info, visit healingus.org.

Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo
March 27 through March 29
New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center, Edison

100+ healers, readers, crystals, unique shopping, psychics, henna tattoo and so much more. Admission is $5 (Friday), $10 per day (Saturday & Sunday) & $15 PASS (Saturday & Sunday). More info, visit heartofonenessholisticexpo.com.

Pickleball Game Night & Social
April 4 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm
Shrewsbury Racquet Club

Bounce into spring and raise your paddles with this special event to benefit HABcore, including light fare, beer & wine. All levels are welcome (beginner, intermediate, advanced), local instructors & demonstrations will be on hand. $60/ player & $45/non-player. More info, visit habcore.org.

CycleNation New Jersey
April 18 beginning at 1:00 pm
Asbury Park Boardwalk, Asbury Park

Join hundreds of New Jerseyans who will ride the revolution for better brain and heart health. Rain or Shine; Activities include health screenings, interactive Kid’s Zone, CPR demonstrations, exercise demonstrations, nutritional information, DJ, live entertainment and free giveaways. More info at cyclenation.org/newjersey.

An Evening with Kevin Smith
April 24 from 9:00 to 10:30 pm
Pollack Theatre, Monmouth University

Kevin Smith comes full circle with his return to New Jersey, riding high on the wave of his successful Jay and Silent Bob REBOOT Tour. “Silent Bob” opens up and talks about his career in filmmaking, his beginnings in New Jersey, superheroes, comic books, gaming, and life in general. For tickets, visit filmonefest.org.

35th Anniversary of Beach Sweeps
April 25 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm
New Jersey Beaches

Volunteers of all ages are needed at over 70 NJ locations at Clean Ocean Actions Spring Beach Sweeps. For more info and to sign-up, visit cleanoceanaction.org today!

MCSPCA Dog Walk + Pet Fair
April 25 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Brookdale Community College

To benefit the animals at the MCSPCA, enjoy food trucks, vendor tables, and activities with your best furry friend and the family. More info, visit monmouthcountyspca.org

Four of Kind Beats Cancer Casino Night Event
May 9 from 7:00 to 11:00 pm
Ocean Place Resort and Spa

To benefit The Mya Lin Terry Foundation, The Frances Foundation, The Hope for Children Foundation & The Rainbow Foundation – enjoy a four-hour cocktail reception with open bar, $300 in casino chips, dj & dancing and casino. For more info, email marybeth.walz@yahoo.com.

Run The Hook 5K/10K
May 10 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

A race to keep our oceans wild and plastic free, portion of proceeds from the race will go to Clean Ocean Action so they can continue to work to improve the quality of our local bodies of water. The race is fittingly situated on a less than 1-mile wide peninsula surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and Sandy Hook Bay giving runners of all abilities an opportunity to run in a truly unique and natural setting. More info, visit runthehooknj.com.

Summer Celebration
June 8 at 5:30 pm
Fort Hancock, Sandy Hook

Networking, exquisite food, live music, spectacular sunset over the bay hosted by The Jersey Shore Partnership. New to this year’s event, two academic scholarships will be awarded in the field of marine science from the net proceeds of the 2020 Summer Celebration. Tickets are $120, includes food, wine & beer. For tickets, visit jerseyshorepartnership.com.