⚓ this week on LBI: 9/26/24

here's what's going on...

Mornin’!

It’s the first week of fall but there’s still plenty happening on the island… from local markets to Oktoberfest parties to nature activities. Keep reading to discover all the details.

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Now, here’s what’s happening this week…

— Jeff

🗓️ Things to Do


🖌️ Watercolor Wonders
Beach Haven Library | Beach Haven
Thursday, Sept. 26th | 1:00–2:00 PM | More Info

📽️ Manhattan Shorts
LBIF Arts + Sciences | Loveladies
Friday, Sept. 27th | 7:00–10:00 PM | More Info

🎨 Fall Craft Fair
Stafford Firehouse | Manahawkin
Saturday, Sept. 28th | 10:00–3:00 PM

🍻 Tucktoberfest
Tuckers Tavern | Beach Haven
Saturday, Sept. 28th | 11:30–11:00 PM | More Info
Sunday, Sept. 29th | 11:30–10:00 PM | More Info

🕳️ Cornhole Tournament
Joe Pop’s | Ship Bottom
Saturday, Sept. 28th | 3:00 PM start | More Info

🚲️ Charity Ride for Beach Haven Beach Patrol
Barnegat Lighthouse | Barnegat Light
Sunday, Sept. 29th | 9:00–2:00 PM | More Info

🦪 Local Summer Market
Terrace Tavern | Long Beach
Sunday, Sept. 29th | 10:00–1:00 PM | More Info

🚤 World Championship Boat Race
Taylor Ave. Bayfront | Beach Haven
Sunday, Sept. 29th | 11:00–5:00 PM | More Info

💅 Brunch is a Drag
Bird & Betty’s | Beach Haven
Sunday, Sept. 29th | 12:00 PM start | More Info

🐾 1st Annual Paws & Pints
ManaFirkin Brewery | Manahawkin
Sunday, Sept. 29th | 1:00–5:00 PM | More Info

🎶 LBI Singer/Songwriter Showcase
Bird & Betty’s | Beach Haven
Sunday, Sept. 29th | 4:00PM start | More Info

🪩 End of Summer Bash
QC Market & Marina | Beach Haven
Sunday, Sept. 29th | 5:00–10:00 PM | More Info

🧘 Live Music Yoga Flow
Yoga Bohemia | North Beach Haven
Sunday, Sept. 29th | 6:00–8:30 PM | More Info

🎭️ Great American Trailer Park Musical
Surflight Theatre | Beach Haven
Through Sept. 29th | More Info

🏄️ 18th Annual Jetty Clam Jam
68th St. | Brant Beach
Weekend Open Window | 8:00–5:00 PM | More Info

🎗️ Mental Health & Wellness Workshop
St. Francis Community Center | Long Beach
Tuesday, Oct. 1st | 12:00–2:00 PM | More Info

🪶 Beach Nesting Birds
Beach Haven Library | Beach Haven
Wednesday, Oct. 2nd | 1:00–2:00 PM | More Info

✍️ LBI Writers Group
Stafford Rec Center | Manahawkin
Wednesday, Oct. 2nd | 1:00–3:00 PM

🎭️ Steel Magnolias
Surflight Theatre | Beach Haven
Begins Oct. 2nd | More Info

Restaino Realty is excited to announce that we had the privilege of representing D. Finelli Construction in the acquisition of their new location at 319 W 8th Street, Ship Bottom! This property will soon serve as the new home for the well-known custom home builder. We wish D. Finelli Construction and their entire team great success as they settle into this fantastic space.

We’d also like to extend our best wishes to LBI Hot Springs as they open their new location in Manahawkin.

Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or lease residential or commercial properties, Restaino Realty is here to guide you every step of the way. Visit our website to explore our active listings, and don’t hesitate to reach out—we're always ready to help with all your real estate needs!

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👪️ Family Activities

📚 Songs w/ Miss Summer
LBI Library | Surf City
Thursday, Sept. 26th | 10:00–11:00 AM | More Info

📚 Playdate at the Library (Ages 1-6)
LBI Library | Surf City
Friday, Sept. 27th | 10:00–11:00 AM | More Info

📚 Taylor Mason & Puppet Friends
Beach Haven Library | Beach Haven
Saturday, Sept. 28th | 2:00–3:30 PM | More Info

📚 Toddler Time
LBI Library | Surf City
Tuesday, Oct. 1st | 9:30–10:30 AM | More Info

📚 Flower Power (Grades 3-6)
LBI Library | Surf City
Wednesday, Oct. 2nd | 3:30-4:30 PM | More Info

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🎶 Live Music

Live music schedule sponsored by Ascend Hospitality

Weekday Live Music

  • View the full live music schedule for weekdays here

Thursday the 26th

  • Sea Shell Resort | Todd Meredith | 2:00 PM

  • Joe Pop’s | The Pickles Duo | 4:00 PM

  • Surf City Hotel | Rob Connolly | 5:00 PM

  • Black Whale | Chris Fritz | 7:00 PM

  • Nardi’s | Trivia | 7:00 PM

  • Old Causeway | Keep It Covered | 7:00 PM

  • Joe Pop’s | Open Mic Night | 7:30 PM

Friday the 27th

  • Surf City Hotel | Mike Casey | 4:00 PM

  • Joe Pop’s | Todd Meredith Trio | 4:00 PM

  • Nardi’s | Mike Byrne | 5:00 PM

  • Ship Bottom Brewery | Trivia Night | 6:00 PM

  • Daddy O | Ty Mares | 6:00 PM

  • Sea Shell Resort | Rob Connolly | 6:00 PM

  • Tuckers Tavern | Chuck DeBruyn | 7:00 PM

  • Bird & Betty’s | DJ AJ Funk | 7:00 PM

  • Surf City Hotel | Trivia on Tap | 8:00 PM

  • Buckalew’s | Gary Phillips | 8:00 PM

  • Terrace Tavern | Vinyl Night w/ DJ Primundo | 8:00 PM

  • Black Whale | Justin Jones | 8:00 PM

  • Bird & Betty’s | Billy Walton Band | 9:00 PM

  • Joe Pop’s | Karaoke (all ages) | 9:00 PM

  • Old Causeway | Naughty Pines | 10:00 PM

  • Nardi’s | Grand Theft Audio | 10:00 PM

Saturday the 28th

  • Surf City Hotel | Michael Colarossi | 4:00 PM

  • Joe Pop’s | Tom Pernal | 4:00 PM

  • Nardi’s | Gypsy Moon | 5:00 PM

  • Daddy O | Matt Pietrucha | 6:00 PM

  • Sea Shell Resort | Thom Ryan | 6:00 PM

  • Bird & Betty’s | DJ Moe Green | 7:00 PM

  • The Gateway | Allison Stella | 7:00 PM

  • Tuckers Tavern | Preach | 7:00 PM

  • Terrace Tavern | Chuck Miller | 8:00 PM

  • Buckalew’s | Brother Pete Duo | 8:00 PM

  • Joe Pop’s | Dueling Pianos | 8:00 PM

  • Black Whale | The Pettis | 8:00 PM

  • Bird & Betty’s | Stealing Savanah | 9:00 PM

  • Old Causeway | Mojo Lite | 10:00 PM

  • Nardi’s | Friend Zone | 10:00 PM

Sunday the 29th

  • Tuckers Tavern | Just Bob | 1:00 PM

  • Engleside Sandbar | Scott Zimmerman | 3:00 PM

  • Surf City Hotel | Gypsy Moon | 3:00 PM

  • Bird & Betty’s | Original Music Showcase | 4:00 PM

  • Joe Pop’s | East Two Three | 4:00 PM

  • The Arlington | Warren Brothers | 6:00 PM

🍽 Eat & Drink

Happy Hours

Weekdays
  • Northside | 1:00–5:00 PM

  • Nardi’s | 3:00–5:00 PM

  • Tuckers Tavern | 3:00–6:00 PM

  • Daddy O | 3:00–6:00 PM

  • The Marlin | 3:00-6:00 PM

  • Black Whale | 3:00–6:00 PM

  • Bird & Betty’s | 3:00–6:00 PM (Tues-Fri)

  • Surf City Hotel | 3:00–6:00 PM (Thurs-Sun)

  • Kubel’s | 4:00–6:00 PM

  • The Gateway | 4:00–6:00 PM

  • Buckalew’s | 4:00–6:00 PM (Sun-Fri)

  • Daymark | 4:00–6:00 PM

  • Terrace Tavern | 4:00–6:00 PM (Fri-Sun)

  • Black Eyed Susans | 4:00–5:00 PM (Weds-Sun)

  • The Arlington | 4:00–6:00 PM

  • Joe Pop’s | 4:00-7:00 PM (Thurs-Sun)

  • Hotel LBI | 4:00-7:00 PM (Mon-Thurs)

Daily Happy Hour Specials

  • Find a daily breakdown of food & drink specials here

Football Season Specials

  • Find a breakdown of food & drink specials during football season here

Disclaimer: By attending any events or venues mentioned in this newsletter, you acknowledge and accept that we are not liable for any incidents, cancellations, entry restrictions, or any negative consequences that may arise.

🌊 Weather & Surf

Friday: ☁️ 72°/67°
Saturday: 🌬️ 71°/64°
Sunday: 🌬️ 69°/62°

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