Join us for a week of artistic creations from July 13th - July 17th from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Ending with an Art Show on Friday for family and friends! Open and free to girls ages 10-14. Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=jNyc265vUUynomOPfmmuzNjA-rc4qm9GrdAwzbwVXvhUQURVWTlLNzMxTE9VQ1VPSVVITDFKRkNYSC4u&origin=QRCode&qrcodeorigin=presentation&route=shorturl

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.

The Field of Dreams Kickball League is designed to introduce athletes to the game of kickball in a non-competitive and fun environment. Players will participate in a short warm-up, then play a few innings of kickball in which everyone gets the chance to score! Register here: https://rwjbhfieldofdreams.com/event/kickball-summer-session-1/

Join us each Saturday at All Saints Church (213 Madison Ave. Lakewood, NJ) for a free community luncheon from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, all are welcome! For more information, call 732-367-0933 or visit: https://allsaintslakewood.org/.

Ocean County Summer Camp, Recreation & Enrichment Program List is attached. Compiled by Ocean Partnership for Children. For questions, contact info@oceanpartnership.org.

Ocean County Social Skills Self Esteem Group for Girls will run on Mondays from July 6th - August 10th. Cost is $450/registrant. Topics include: identity & self worth, friendships, drama & boundaries, anxiety stress & the inner voice, social media, comparison & body image, confidence & self-trust! Ages 9-12 will meet from 4:00 - 5:30 PM and Ages 13-16 will meet from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. To register, contact Cheryl Kasper at 732-600-0971

Social skills groups help children, adolescents and young adults feel connected and supportive in a safe and nurturing environment. Through suppeortive guidance, role play, modeling, and feedback, they can feel more confident interacting with others and will begin to make better choices in their daily life for social, emotional and academic success! Open to individuals 7-21 years of age. Register for the summer session now by contacting Cheryl Kasper at 609-600-0971. 

OPC is hosting free, one-time summer workshops open to any youth in Ocean County, sign up for one or many! Registration is limited to 15 youth per workshop and on a first come, first serve basis. Transportation is also available on a first come, first serve basis. all registrants will receive confirmation from OPC staff prior to workshop. Grant funded by NJ Department of Law and Public Safety. Register here: https://form.jotform.com/261324577228157

A cheer program designed for athletes of ALL abilities! For children ages 5-14 with special needs. Register today, limited spots available: https://www.laceyyfc.org/. For questions, email: inspiration@laceyyfc.org. Supported and hosted by Lacey Elks #2518

St. Francis Summer Youth Recreation Programs include: basketball clinics, ultimate rec games, field hockey clinic, soccer clinic, speed & strength clinic, voleyball clinic, lacross clinic, flag football clinic, and early childhood music classes. To register, visit: https://www.stfranciscenterlbi.org/classes

Ocean County Youth Center is hosting a FREE Kids Summer Camp from August 17 - August 21st from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Space is limited, once slots are filled registration closes! Located at 155 Sunset Ave, Toms River, NJ.  For more information, please contact email OCYC@co.ocean.nj.us or call 732-288-7725. Register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=jNyc265vUUynomOPfmmuzNjA-rc4qm9GrdAwzbwVXvhUNk9XN1dZUFI3UkRQRjdXM0UyRjRIVDlENC4u&origin=QRCode&qrcodeorigin=presentation&route=shorturl

Just Believe Inc. Summer Cooling Center available Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Located at 211 Center St. Lakehurst, NJ 08733. Offering snacks, showers, computer access and cool air for those in need! Call 732-279-6157 for more information!

This class is being offered to ages 12 and up on Mondays from 1:00 - 3:00 PM! $20.00 for members per class ir $25.00 for non members per class. Instructor: Joseph Rogine These classes are designed for both beginning to advanced students who want to sharpen their skills in drawing. Joseph has taught students for over 25 years who have never picked up a pencil to draw to those who have been quite advanced! If you have any questions, please contact Joseph Rogine at 732-349-6859, or by email at info@ocartistsguild.org.  To register, visit: https://www.ocartistsguild.org/events/

In honor of Disability Pride Month, join us for an Author’s Visit Tour featuring Jen Malia, autistic author of Too Sticky! Sensory Issues with Autism, The Infinity Rainbow Club series, and the forthcoming picture book, June’s Solar Oven. She will be discussing the importance of disability inclusion in books for children and why it matters for families and children who have any type of disability to feel seen in society. Q&A session and book signing to follow. Please register here: https://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/15477746
Dates/times: July 7th (Barnegat Branch) at 10:00 AM, July 7th (Jackson Branch) at 6:30 PM, July 8th (Island Heights) at 10:30 AM, July 8th at 6:30 PM (LBI Branch). 

Hands-on art classes with Richard Cox and Keith Cheek, South Toms River Elementary Art Teachers, let creativity take the lead! Each week introduces a new medium, technique, or challenge—so no two sessions are ever the same. Held on Tuesdays from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Register: https://www.trac732.org/product/c-c-art-factory/RYHKYQ3FNJHKBYM6ASMHK5Q4

Ocean County Social Skills Mindfulness Group is open to boys and girls ages 9-12. Group will be held on Wednesdays from 6:15 - 7:30 PM from July 8 - August 12. Cost is $450/registrant. Topics include: nervouse system regulation, brain/body connection, calming and relaxation tools, anxiety, stress & emotional regulation, daily mindfulness practices and more. To register, contact Cheryl Kasper at 732-600-0971.

The Oasis Family Success Center is a community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering place located in the heart of Manahawkin, NJ.  Community residents can come to us for family support, ineractive workshops, activities, and groups. Our activities are always free and open to all families in the community.  

Come visit us: 399 N. Main St, Manahawkin, NJ 08050

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In this unique group container, we will move beyond "fixing" problems and instead cultivate the three pillars of embodied balance using exploration through movement.

Healing & Hope Circle is a free, confidential virtual support group in Korean for women seeking healing, safety, and emotional support after difficult or harmful relationships.

Join us for a morning cup of coffee and to learn general knowledge on HIV/AIDS so you
can help raise awareness for yourself and others and learn about the importance of HIV testing to fight the spread of HIV virus. Held every second Thursday of the month at Anchor Family Success Center in Brick, NJ from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. To learn more contact: 848-241-9346.