Community Events & Programs
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Saturday, June 6 - Sunday, June 7 in Monmouth County Area
Freehold Area Health Department
In-PersonCPR Awareness Week
Did you know Hands-Only CPR takes less than a minute to learn but can completely change the outcome in an emergency? Take a look at the schedule of our upcoming hands-only CPR sessions and hope you can join us!
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Saturday, June 6
In-PersonThe Hooked on Fishing - Not on Drugs Program's Youth Fishing Challenge
The Hooked on Fishing - Not on Drugs Program's Youth Fishing Challenge is a free statewide event to promote fishing among youths and their families. To participate in this event, please contact the site-specific host for registration details. This event is sponsored by NJDEP Fish & Wildlife’s Hooked on Fishing - Not on Drugs Program.
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Sunday, June 7 - Sunday, October 25 in Howell (Weekly)
Howell Township
In-PersonHowell Farmers Market
The Howell Farmers Market, sponsored by Howell Township and curated by Hear Here LLC, takes place every Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM at Echo Lake Park. This lively market features a variety of local vendors offering fresh produce, artisan goods, and more.
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Sunday, June 7 @ 11:00 AM in Tinton Falls
The Collingwood Park SDA Church
In-PersonThe Collingwood Park SDA Church Community Health Fair
Free Community Health Fair at Collingwood Park SDA Church. Free screenings, wellness resources, kids' activities, healthy food samples, and community support. Open to all.
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Tuesday, June 9 - Tuesday, June 16 @ 5:30 AM in Long Branch (Weekly)
Long Branch Municipal Alliance and Prevention First
In-PersonLong Branch Municipal Alliance Health & Prevention Program Series
Free Health & Prevention programs in Long Branch for students (12+) and parents/guardians, covering wellness, vaping prevention, and internet safety. No registration required.
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Tuesday, June 9 @ 10:00 AM in Freehold
YMCA Freehold Child Care
In-PersonYMCA Freehold Child Care Open House
Looking for quality childcare in a safe, nurturing environment? Join the YMCA of the Jersey Shore Freehold Child Care for our Open House Tuesday, June 9, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM. We look forward to welcoming your family.
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Wednesday, June 10 @ 9:00 AM in Holmdel
NJ 211
In-PersonNJ 211 Agency Fair
Join NJ 211 and United Way for an agency fair at Bell Works on June 10. Learn about NJ 211 services, partnership opportunities, and data resources. Open to professional staff from agencies serving the public. Registration is required.
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Thursday, June 11 @ 11:00 AM
Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of NJ
VirtualSIDS Prevention: FREE Virtual Session
Are you a parent, caregiver, or community member interested in learning more about SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) prevention? Join us for a free and informative session presented by Ariana Nunez Restituyo from Rutgers.
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Thursday, June 11 @ 5:30 PM in Neptune
Neptune Public Library
In-PersonNutrition and Cooking Class: Foods for a Healthy Heart
A free nutrition and cooking class at Neptune Public Library on June 11 at 5:30 PM. Learn practical ways to support heart health, watch a cooking demo, and take home easy, affordable recipes. Registration available on the library website.
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Thursday, June 11 @ 6:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
VirtualDDD Transition to Adult Services and Intake Process - June
We welcome and encourage individuals and their families to attend one of our monthly Transition Thursday Webinars held on the second and third Thursdays.
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Thursday, June 11 - Thursday, August 6 @ 6:30 PM in Asbury Park (Weekly)
Prevention Resources and Oceans Family Success Center
In-PersonStrengthening Families: Building Connections and Earning Incentives
Strengthening Families is an 11-week program designed for families with at least one child ages 12 to 17. Each weekly session focuses on communication, connection, and building strong family relationships in a supportive, welcoming environment. Families participate together and learn practical skills that can be used at home right away.
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Saturday, June 13 @ 10:00 AM in Asbury Park
In-PersonSoft Skills Matter: Summer Youth Employment Preparation Forum
Free youth employment preparation forum for ages 15–18 focused on soft skills, money management, and workplace readiness. Includes hands-on training to help youth get and keep a summer job or internship. Registration required.
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Monday, June 15 @ 11:00 AM in Asbury Park
with Prevention Resources, Oceans Family Success Center, and Interfaith Neighbors
In-PersonNeighbors to Network: Pop-Up Resource Fair
Join the Neighbors to Network Pop-Up Resource Fair on June 15th from 11 AM–2 PM at the Launch Center in Asbury Park. This free community event connects families, seniors, and caregivers to local resources, services, and support programs.
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Tuesday, June 16 @ 12:00 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
VirtualUnderstanding the School Budget
Decode school budget numbers to understand district priorities and how they impact your child’s education. Lunch & Learn presented by: New Jersey Family Engagement Hub & Paterson Education Fund
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Tuesday, June 16 @ 6:30 PM in Tinton Falls (Monthly)
iStrive and More Than Capable
In-PersonCaregiver Support Group - for Caregivers of Individuals with Special Needs
A Support Group for Caregivers of Individuals with Special Needs. We are halfway through the year; take the time to support yourself. This is a private group and a safe place to talk, listen, and share experiences. This is a FREE event sponsored by iStrive and More Than Capable
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Wednesday, June 17 @ 3:30 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
VirtualDigital Well-being & Social Awareness in the AI era
Navigate the intersection of AI, technology, and student well-being with strategies that foster healthy digital habits and responsible decision-making.
This workshop is presented through a partnership between the New Jersey Family Engagement Hub and the Social Emotional Learning Alliance for New Jersey.
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Thursday, June 18 @ 12:00 PM
Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance
VirtualBeyond Cancer Treatment: Navigating Care & Emotions During Post-Treatment Survivorship
Join Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance and Crossroads 4 Hope for a virtual discussion on life after cancer treatment. Learn about emotional wellness, available supports, and resources to help individuals, caregivers, and families navigate survivorship with confidence.
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Thursday, June 18 @ 12:00 PM
Connecting NJ - Hunterdon
VirtualFill Your Cup
Parents AND expecting parents: recognize signs of stress in your everyday life; discuss and plan simple, realistic ways to build support and refill your own cup.
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Thursday, June 18 @ 5:00 PM in Atlantic Highlands
Bayshore Family Success Center
In-PersonAdult Jewelry Making
Want to customize your own jewelry? Come meet us in Atlantic Highlands!
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Friday, June 19 @ 2:30 PM in Red Bank
Monmouth County Historical Association and the Fortune Cultural Center
In-PersonJuneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth Celebration in Red Bank featuring a history presentation by David Mills, a community Bar-B-Q with free children’s books, and a National Negro League program. Free, family-friendly, and open to all.
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Monday, June 22 (Monthly)
Monmouth County, Monmouth County Library, and New Jersey State Library
Virtual In-PersonMonmouth County Library - History Runs Through Us
Do you know we live alongside Revolutionary history? Learn more during our celebration of America's 250th birthday featuring lectures, living history demonstrations, music, and interactive events for all ages that will show that history can be both meaningful and fun! All programs are free, and no library card is necessary.
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Monday, June 22 - Monday, December 28 @ 11:00 AM in Keansburg (Week4)
Bayshore Family Success Center
In-PersonApplication Assistance (St. Marks, Keansburg)
Access help applying for SNAP, LIHEAP, PAGE, TANF, Medicaid, Affordable Healthcare! We will also be providing resources.
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Monday, June 22 - Monday, June 29 @ 6:00 PM (Weekly)
Monmouth County Division of Behavioral Health
VirtualBeyond the Connection - An Educational Series for Community Helpers (Virtual Workshop Series)
A free virtual workshop series for Monmouth County residents who want to better support others in emotional distress. Open to teachers, stylists, bartenders, coaches, and anyone people naturally confide in. Offered by MHA of Monmouth County with 180 Turning Lives Around and Count Basie Center.
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Tuesday, June 23 @ 6:30 PM in Red Bank
iStrive Community
In-PersonBook Club for Caregivers of Individuals with Special Needs
New Book Club for Caregivers of Individuals with Special Needs, offering information and support through storytelling. The June book is Upward Bound by Woody Brown - a profoundly moving group portrait of Autism and other disabilities.
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Wednesday, June 24 @ 10:00 AM
Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance
VirtualOur Health to Hold: Men's Health Month
Join us Wednesdays at 10:00 am for a virtual series guide to Monmouth & Ocean County cancer & chronic disease resources, prevention, screening, social & support services.
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Wednesday, June 24 @ 12:00 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
VirtualCreating Meaningful Partnerships for Youth
Explore how meaningful relationships between schools, families, and community organizations create a powerful support system that helps children and youth thrive. This workshop is presented through a partnership between the New Jersey Family Engagement Hub and the Social Emotional Learning Alliance for New Jersey.
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Thursday, June 25 @ 9:00 AM in Freehold
Monmouth County
In-PersonNJ MVC Mobile Unit Comes to Freehold Township
The NJ MVC Mobile Unit is coming to Freehold Township, offering REAL ID services by appointment only at the Recreation Activity Center at Michael J. Tighe Park.
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Thursday, June 25 @ 10:00 AM in Hamilton
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
In-PersonCommunity Care of Consortium Meeting
The conversation will focus on priorities, initiatives, and opportunities impacting families. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in dialogue around current challenges, emerging needs, and strategies to strengthen supports for children, youth, and families statewide.
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Thursday, June 25 @ 10:00 AM in Hamilton
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
In-PersonConsorcio de Atención Comunitaria de NJ
La charla se enfocará en las prioridades, las iniciativas y las oportunidades que afectan a las familias. Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de dialogar sobre los retos actuales, las nuevas necesidades y las estrategias para reforzar el apoyo a los niños, los jóvenes y las familias en todo el estado.
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Thursday, June 25 @ 6:00 PM in Howell
Howell Alliance
In-PersonFeed Your Soul: A Mental Wellness Dessert Party!
Join the Howell Alliance at our “Feed Your Soul: A Mental Wellness Dessert Party,” held at the Howell Township Municipal Building. There is no cost to attend, but please register.
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Saturday, June 27 @ 10:00 AM in West Orange
CLCL Foundation
In-PersonJune Free Family Fun Night at Garden State Comic Fest
Join us at Garden State Comic Fest for a special Free Family Fun Night All-Day Edition! Comics • Celebrities • Nostalgia • Family Fun
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Thursday, July 2 @ 12:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
VirtualDDD Welcome Lunchtime Session - July
These welcome sessions support the Division’s mission to ensure individuals with developmental disabilities receive quality services, participate meaningfully in their communities, and exercise their right to make choices.
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Wednesday, July 8 @ 7:00 PM
Amy Geyer, LPC
VirtualInsightful Balance Circle
In this unique group container, we will move beyond "fixing" problems and instead cultivate the three pillars of embodied balance using exploration through movement.
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Saturday, July 11 @ 9:30 AM in Shrewsbury
We are Loved
In-PersonFree Family Fun Day
Free Family Fun Day on July 11 in Shrewsbury. Enjoy school supplies, community resources, raffles, music, food, and activities for all ages. Registration is required.
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Saturday, July 11 @ 10:00 AM in Eatontown
Dove Counseling Services, LLC
In-PersonMusic Therapy for Kids
Music therapy helps children build communication, social skills, emotional regulation, and confidence through engaging, creative experiences.
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Tuesday, July 21 @ 9:00 AM in Red Bank
In-PersonOnstage & Backstage Summer Workshop for Young Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
July 21-25, 2026
Two River Theater, in collaboration with the Center for Adult Transition: Young Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, will put together a theme, music, materials, and lighting at the Two River Theater. End the week with a live onstage performance! -
Wednesday, July 22 @ 10:00 AM
Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance
VirtualOur Health to Hold: UV Safety Month
Join us Wednesdays at 10:00 am for a virtual series guide to Monmouth & Ocean County cancer & chronic disease resources, prevention, screening, social & support services.
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Thursday, July 23 @ 6:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
VirtualDDD Welcome Evening Session with Topic Breakouts - July
These welcome sessions support the Division’s mission to ensure individuals with developmental disabilities receive quality services, participate meaningfully in their communities, and exercise their right to make choices.
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Tuesday, August 4 @ 11:00 AM in Asbury Park
VNA Community Health Centers
In-PersonParty in the Park- Patient Appreciation Day
Join us in Asbury Park this August for National Health Center Week’s “Party in the Park” Patient Appreciation Day! This family-friendly celebration will feature food, games, community resources, health screenings, and fun activities as we honor and thank our patients and community partners for helping build a healthier community together.
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Saturday, August 15 @ 9:00 AM in Red Bank
Lunch Break
In-PersonLunch Break Community Picnic
Join us for a day of fellowship and connection under the sun! FREE community event with free barbeque meal, backpack and school supply giveaway, bounce houses, fun bus, health and social services, softball tournament, book giveaway and music and activities for all ages!
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Wednesday, August 26 @ 10:00 AM
Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance
VirtualOur Health to Hold: Children's Eye Health & Safety Month
Join us Wednesdays at 10:00 am for a virtual series guide to Monmouth & Ocean County cancer & chronic disease resources, prevention, screening, social & support services.
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Tuesday, September 1 @ 7:00 PM
Family Support Organization of Bergen County
VirtualIntroducing Anxiety and OCD Care with InStride Health
School Avoidance
Join us for a series of informative sessions on how InStride Health delivers effective, evidence-based treatment for children, teens, and young adults with anxiety and OCD. We’ll explore our therapeutic approach, including CBT and exposure therapy, and walk through presentation-specific case studies. -
Saturday, September 19 @ 12:00 PM in Freehold
Latino Festival of Monmouth County
In-PersonLatino Festival of Monmouth County
For more than two decades, the Latino Festival has served as a vibrant celebration of Latin American heritage, unity, and community. Admission is free, and the event is family-friendly and alcohol-free, open to all members of the community.
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Wednesday, September 23 @ 10:00 AM
Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance
VirtualOur Health to Hold: National Ovarian & Prostate Cancer Month
Join us Wednesdays at 10:00 am for a virtual series guide to Monmouth & Ocean County cancer & chronic disease resources, prevention, screening, social & support services.
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Thursday, October 1 @ 12:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
VirtualDDD Welcome Lunchtime Session - October
These welcome sessions support the Division’s mission to ensure individuals with developmental disabilities receive quality services, participate meaningfully in their communities, and exercise their right to make choices.
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Thursday, October 22 @ 6:00 PM
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
VirtualDDD Welcome Evening Session with Topic Breakouts - October
These welcome sessions support the Division’s mission to ensure individuals with developmental disabilities receive quality services, participate meaningfully in their communities, and exercise their right to make choices.
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Wednesday, October 28 @ 10:00 AM
Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance
VirtualOur Health to Hold: National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Join us Wednesdays at 10:00 am for a virtual series guide to Monmouth & Ocean County cancer & chronic disease resources, prevention, screening, social & support services.
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Wednesday, November 18 @ 10:00 AM
Ocean Monmouth Health Alliance
VirtualOur Health to Hold: Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Join us Wednesdays at 10:00 am for a virtual series guide to Monmouth & Ocean County cancer & chronic disease resources, prevention, screening, social & support services.