Fall Program Directory - Monmouth County

Mermaids Tales
(ages 5-8, with adult)
Mermaids are legendary for their beauty and ability to
live as fish underwater. Everyone wishes they could be
a mermaid! Join a Park System Naturalist for a story and
picture book geared towards young children, followed
by craft time allowing the children to express their
creativity based on the fun facts and stories they just
heard. This will be a fun time for all mermaid wannabes!
One 1-Hr & 15-Min Session $8.00 Per Child
Bayshore Waterfront Park Bay House
Sun, Sep 8 11:30 AM-12:45 PM.............. IQS34A
Sat, Nov 2 11:00 AM-12:15 PM ..............IQU34A
Sat, Nov 2 1:00-2:15 PM ....................IQV34A
Seven Presidents Pk Act Ctr
Sat, Sep 28 1:30-2:45 PM ................... IQT34A
Owls: They Own the Night
(ages 5 and up, with adult)
Owls are mysterious creatures that have held our
imaginations for ages. Enjoy a live owl presentation
featuring the most common owls that live in New
Jersey. Learn what they eat, how they hunt and when
they are most active.
One 1-Hr Session $12.00 Per Person
Tatum Pk Red Hill Act Ctr
Fri, Nov 8 7:00-8:00 PM ......................IP034A
Terrific Turtles
(ages 4-8, with adult)
Everybody loves turtles and everybody wants to see
one in the wild, but encounters are often hit or miss.
The trick to seeing them is knowing when and where to
look. You’ll get to meet several during this program and
see first hand what makes them so awesome.
One 1-Hr Session $6.00 Per Child
Manasquan Res Env Ctr
Sat, Sep 14 10:00-11:00 AM..................I1634A
Sun, Oct 13 3:00-4:00 PM ....................I1734A
Sat, Nov 9 10:00-11:00 AM...................I1834A
Tree Houses
(ages 3-5, with adult)
Let’s discover the critters that call the trees their home
with a story, craft and nature walk!
One 1-Hr Session $8.00 Per Child
Turkey Swamp Pk Shelter Bldg
Thu, Oct 10 11:00 AM-12:00 PM..............I5634A
Turkey Tales & Treats
(ages 3-6, with adult)
It’s that time of year when turkeys are in the spotlight. Find
out about wild turkeys that roam the parks, hear a turkey
tale, and make a sweet treat to take home and enjoy.
One 1-Hr Session $11.00 Parent/Child $5.50 2nd
Child
Turkey Swamp Pk Shelter Bldg
Sun, Nov 17 10:00-11:00 AM................ IPU34X
Tatum Pk Red Hill Act Ctr
Thu, Nov 21 10:00-11:00 AM .................IPV34X
We Love Box Turtles!
(ages 3-6, with adult)
We’ll have fun learning all about our favorite turtle with a
story, simple craft and of course we’ll meet a special guest!
One 45-Min Session $8.00 Per Child
Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Prog Rm C (120)
Thu, Oct 3 2:00-2:45 PM .....................I6934A
Manasquan Res Env Ctr
Sat, Sep 7 11:00-11:45 AM ...................I5734A
Play Dates in the Park
(ages 5 and up, with adult)
Grab your picnic basket and join us for some free
and fun play time. Take your best shot at sinking a
basket in our Jumbo Basketball Hoop - our popular
10ft blow up basketball goal. A cooler will be
provided to keep your picnic fresh while you play.
No experience necessary; no registration required.
Dates & Locations:
Sunday, October 27, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Dorbrook Recreation Area, Colts Neck
Saturday, September 28, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Holmdel Park, Holmdel
Sunday, September 29, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Manasquan Reservoir, Howell
Sunday, September 29, 1:00-3:00 PM
Shark River Park, Wall
Saturday, September 28, 1:00-3:00 PM
Tatum Park, Middletown
Sunday, October 27, 1:00-3:00 PM
Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft
parent & child
Pre-registration is required for most of the programs listed in this directory
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