Join the mailing list at Cattus Island


What better way to find out what’s going on at Cattus Island. Click here to find out how to join their mailing list.  They will let you know when any events are happening.


Go To Storybook Land!


Head south to Storybook Land! It’s a theme park with Santa in mind.

Santa and Mrs. Clause arrive on November 14th – December 23rd…then he’s got some work to do!

Family Santa Super Saver Days – 50% off regular $20.95 plus tax Admission.
Tuesday, December 1st; Wednesday, December 2nd; Thursday, December 3rd.

Or head over for the Fantasy of Lights through December 30th!

Check website below for calendar, rates and events.

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Phone: (609) 641-7847

Head to JungleRRRific in Howell


Looking for something to do with your little ones, but want to do something different! Check out JungleRRRific in Howell!

There’s a gym, toddler area, ride-ons and arcade games just to name a few things to keep your kids busy. They have art and dance classes, as well as birthday parties and summer camp!

And, its Owned and Operated by Comic Book color artist Barry Grossman.

Check the link below for information.

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Website: http://www.junglerrrific.com/
Phone: 732-577-1118

Bring Your Kids To The Library!


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I moved here early this Fall and am lucky enough to be a stay at home mom to my two daughters, ages 3 and 1. As I sat home during the first few days, I thought to myself…what on earth am I going to do with these kids every day?! So I asked friends, checked the internet, and went to all the parks I could find. But, now it’s COLD OUTSIDE! AHHH. What now??!!

So my search started again. Do I sign them up for a gym class? Dance? Art? But if I do, what do I do with the other one?? I don’t have a job so I can’t afford all of these classes!

So I checked the library. What a fantastic resource it has become for me. I have gone to craft and storytime at the Island Heights branch; gym, music and storytime at the Manchester branch; and 1-2-3 Grow With Me, storytime and toddler time at the Toms River Branch. So, needless to say, the people who work at the library are getting used to seeing our faces a few times a week, and we’re meeting some great friends.

In addition to this, the playrooms are GREAT in their own ways. Island heights is very small – so if you are not in the mood to chase a toddler … but want him to be able to color or do puzzles, this is the place for you. If you want more open space, with every book or movie around, go to the Toms River branch. And I am very impressed with the Manchester branch. This playroom is pretty secluded and there is a small entryway – which means the kids can’t hide. In the playroom are tons of books, a play kitchen and a good amount of toys, as well as a lot of puzzles and games. Manchester and Toms River have computers with kids games as well. I am still planning on going to the Brick and Beachwood branches to see how they are.

Parking: Manchester is free; Toms River is $.25 per hour upstairs; Island Heights is free.

Check the website for the library and check all of the classes available, you’ll be surprised!

Website: http://theoceancountylibrary.org/
Phone: 732-349-6200

Head over to Cattus Island


The unspoiled beauty of nature is the main attraction at Cattus Island County Park. This environmentally sensitive park spans almost 500 acres and boasts miles of trails, many offering lovely vistas of the adjacent Silver Bay. Cattus Island is home to the Cooper Environmental Center, where visitors of all ages will enjoy our many displays and collections of snakes and reptiles, as well as numerous programs and presentations run by our professional staff. One of its most popular programs is the Junior Naturalist , which encourages young environmentalists to partake in hands-on activities at the Cooper Environmental Center. New to the park is the beautiful Butterfly Garden!!

http://www.ocean.nj.us/parks/cattus.html


Head out to Kid Junction!


Kid Junction now has two amazing, award winning locations that can host your next Children’s birthday party in NJ!  Our Kid Junction of Branchburg Family Fun Center is located in Central New Jersey and our Kid Junction of Mount Laurel Family Fun Center is located in Southern New Jersey, just minutes from Cherry Hill & Marlton, and close to all of the Philadelphia bridges!  Kid Junction is not only for children’s birthday parties in NJ but is also a great recreational play place and indoor playground for toddlers and kids, up to 9 years old, to enjoy open (walk in) play every day!  We are the cleanest and safest indoor Amusement Family Fun Center in all of NJ!  Come visit our children’s arcade, enjoy hours of fun in our interactive play areas, take a ride on our slides, and see our Kid-sized town.  The Kid Junction towns include a grocery store, pizzeria, animal hospital, post office, Kid Fit exercise room and the KJ Theater and costume shop; all designed to encourage role playing, socializing and the use of imagination!

For more information: http://www.kidjunction.com/