STR Mathis Plaza Farmers Market

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who came out today to support our vendors. Today was a beautiful day ❤️.
Let's do it again next week.

05/28/2026

Thursday May 28th is going to be a beautiful day for our Borough of South Toms River Recreation Mathis Plaza Farmers Market
The Market is open every Thursday, 10am – 4pm through September 10th
Cuphead Coffee available at 8am
Rain or shine
Always Free Parking!
Located on the waterfront *134 NJ-166*Mathis Plaza South Toms
River, New Jersey 08757
Fresh Produce, Fresh Baked Goods, Honey, Self Care, Fashion, Sauces, Jams, Jellies, Wood Crafts, Local Information, Hot Breakfast, Beautiful view, and soo much more.

Apply to be a vendor here https://forms.gle/NCcbzqfrybDkuLoQ8

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

Thursday May 28th is a beautiful day for a Farmers Market!
The weather forecast is wonderful 😊
10am-4pm
134 NJ-166
South Toms River

05/23/2026

FREE WEEKEND PROGRAMS

CATTUS ISLAND COUNTY PARK
Scales and Tales
Join a park naturalist as they dispel the myths and fears of native reptiles. You will see some of our live snakes and turtles up close and personal. Learn what makes these native species so special and why they are such an important part of the ecosystem.
DATE: Saturdays and Sundays
TIME: 1:30 -2:00 pm AGE: All

Cattus Island Nature Walks
Be prepared to discover the fascinating and diverse wonders of the natural world.
DATE: Saturdays and Sundays
May 23 & 24 "Herps; A Search for Reptiles"
TIME: 2:00 – 3:00pm AGE: All

Celebrate World Turtle Day©
World Turtle Day© on May 23rd, was started in 2000 by the American Tortoise Rescue© to increase the knowledge, respect and protection of turtles and tortoises worldwide. Come “shell-ebrate” with us at the Cooper Environmental Center with crafts, lectures, live animal encounters & learn how you can do your part to save these important species!
LOCATION: Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River
DATE: Saturday, May 23
11:00am – 3:00pm…..Drop in crafts
11:30 am.……………......Turtle Story Time
1:30 pm.………...............Live Turtle Talk & Feeding Demonstration
FEE: FREE AGE: All

JAKES BRANCH COUNTY PARK
Live Animal Talks
Come in and meet the animals of Jakes Branch County Park. Visitors will get an up-close look at the parks inhabitants and learn about each species.
**Talks will last approximately 20 minutes**
DATE: Sundays, April 12 – June 28
TIME: 1:30 pm AGE: All

Discovery Nature Walks
Join a park naturalist on these brief but informative nature walks through Jakes Branch Park. **Weather permitting - walks will not exceed 30 minutes.**
DATE: Sundays, April 12 – June 28
TIME: 2:00 pm AGE: All

Drop In and Discover
What will you discover about nature when you drop by and join us for a FREE activity
and craft?
DATE: Saturdays, April 4 – June 27
TIME: 1:30 – 3:00 pm, ongoing
FEE: Free AGE: 3 - 5 years

05/23/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Weekend is a time to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. As you celebrate with family and friends, make safety part of your weekend plans.

✔️ Buckle up
✔️ Put the phone away
✔️ Never drive impaired
✔️ Have a designated driver or rideshare plan

Let’s make this weekend memorable for the right reasons — safe travels, good times and good company, and remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

⚓️⛵️Attention Attention!
Sea Scouts Discovery Day has been rescheduled due to weather!

Barnegat Bay Maritime Museum Ocean County Tourism Ocean County Government Toms River Education Foundation Toms River Township Government, New Jersey Toms River High School East Toms River Regional School District

02/11/2026

HOW TO COMPOST 2026
Turn everyday kitchen scraps and yard waste into rich, garden-boosting compost! Discover how simple it is to reduce waste, save money, and nourish your soil—all while growing a healthier, more beautiful garden. Quick, easy, and incredibly rewarding!
Register here:
https://www.co.ocean.nj.us/OC/SolidWaste/frmHomeSW.aspx
or email: [email protected]
February 28th 11 AM – 1 PM
Jakes Branch County Park
1100 Double Trouble Rd. Beachwood
March 28th 11 AM – 1 PM
Cloverdale Farm Park
34 Cloverdale Road, Barnegat
September 26st 10 AM – 12 PM
Recycling Education Center
800 Towbin Ave, Lakewood
October 24th 11 AM – 1 PM
Cattus Island County Park
1170 Cattus Island Blvd. Toms River
November 21th 11 AM – 1 PM
Cloverdale Farm Park
34 Cloverdale Road, Barnegat