November 2024

As we step into November, we welcome a month filled with gratitude, reflection, and the beauty of transition. The air turns crisp, leaves dance to the ground, and the spirit of the season invites us to gather and celebrate.

In this edition, we’ll share:

  • Upcoming Events: Don’t miss our community gatherings and special activities designed to bring us together as the holidays approach.
  • Ways to Give Back: Support local initiatives taking donations.
  • Thanksgiving Dinner: Local restaurants open serving Thanksgiving dinner, and taking reservations.

Let’s make the most of this month together, finding joy in the little things and appreciating the beauty around us.

Discover Excitement

Local Events, Arts & Entertainment

November 8 - 9th
Surf City Hotel

Fall Craft & Art Show

November 9th
Manafirkin

3rd Annual Firkin Chili Cookoff

November 14th
LBI National Golf & Resort

Paint & Sip

Ways to Give Back

Friends of Hope
Collecting Cranberry Sauce, Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Canned Veggies. Drop off by November 8th.
This program is ran through the House of Hope.
Please call 732-341-4447 for more information.

Lacey Food Bank
Collecting Canned Chicken, Snacks for Kids, Soup, Vegetables. Drop off at anytime at 102 Station Drive, Forked River.

St. Francis Food Pantry
Personal hygiene products, and cleaning supplies. Baby Food, Formula, Diapers in sizes Newborn to size 6 & pull-ups, Laundry Detergent, Sanitizer, and Face coverings. Spanish-speaking staff is available to translate.

Ocean Community Church
Collecting Canned Chicken, Snacks for Kids, Soup, Vegetables. Drop off at 1492 Rt 72 W, Manahawkin.

More details and other Local Pantries.

Thanksgiving Meal Ideas

The Waterfront
Dinner is served a la carte from 12pm to 6pm with water views. Now accepting reservations. Call 609-888-6063

Hotel LBI
Dinner is served in the Salt Kitchen & Bar from 1pm - 5pm. Now accepting reservations. Call 609-991-8001

Anna Banana Bakery
Now taking pre-orders for Thanksgiving. Preordering is open until 11/24 see full menu submit online today here.

Cuisine on the Green
Offering "To Go" Thanksgiving Meals for families of 4. To secure your meal, call 609-296-2137 or email sbeattie@ocvts.org by November 17th, 2023. Prepayment is required.

A Sweet Memory Bakery
Taking orders. Call 609-661-7687

LBI National Golf & Resort
Annual Dinner complete with classic flavors and festive dishes. Full menu and tickets here.

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