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The Night the Music Lived, Buddy Holly Tribute

A Tribute To Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & The Big Bopper. On February 2nd, 1959, Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper performed at The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa. The plane crash that occurred hours later changed music history forever.

The Night The Music Lived recreates this final concert of these three influential musicians with the utmost attention to detail and accuracy. Featuring classic songs like That'll Be The Day, Peggy Sue, It's So Easy, La Bamba, Oh Donna, and Chantilly Lace, The Night The Music Lived is a must-see for any early rock and roll fan.  Starring Todd Meredith, star of the national tour of BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, and his talented band, The Rave-Ons."Dates · Feb 16, 2019 & Feb 17, 2019

Location: Surflight Theatre 201 Engleside Ave, Beach Haven, New Jersey 08008

Phone: (609) 492-9477

Tickets: www.surflight.org

Using Shellfish in Living Shorelines - Science Saturday

We have heard about sea level rise, but what can we do about it?

WHAT ARE SCIENCE SATURDAYS?

Science Saturday at the LBIF tackles today’s most pressing scientific, environmental, and sustainability issues that directly affect our shore community and the Barnegat Bay. Science Saturdays are interactive and informative hands-on presentations in an informal atmosphere.

On Saturday, January 26, 2019 join the LBIF for Science Saturday, starting at 11:00 a.m. Presenter: Rick Bushnell, ReClam the Bay will present an informative lecture about how a number of municipalities around the bay are planning projects that use shellfish to stabilize the shoreline and, since they are living, will grow up as the water comes up. where they will discuss what birds can be found in Southern New Jersey every month of the year.

Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm

Fee: $5, Free to LBIF Members

For more information, visit the LBIF website or call (609) 494-1241.

Children’s Art Reception

Come enjoy the artwork of children from the Ethel Jacobsen Elementary and Long Beach Island Grade Schools on display in the library throughout the month of January. Student artists, families, teachers, and community members are invited to a special reception on January 26th to celebrate our young artists and enjoy light refreshments.

Saturday, January 26, 2019, 3 – 4pm

Ocean County Library - Long Beach Island Branch 217 S. Central Ave., Surf City, NJ 08008
(609) 494-2480

 

Carving Class – Black-Bellied Plover

Join carver Andrew Tonnesen to learn basic knife carving, safety, sanding, and painting techniques at the Tuckerton Seaport. At the end of this two day class, you will take home your very own Black Bellied Plover decoy! All supplies are provided, so bring a smile and prepare to enjoy your day. This is a beginner level course, no experience necessary! This class is not suitable for students under 11 years old.

Date: January 26, 2019
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: $75 – $85

Tuckerton Seaport is located at 120 West Main Street in historic Tuckerton and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission for this event is $5/person. Additional parking will be available at Tip Seaman County Park. For more information, please call 609-296-8868 or go to www.TuckertonSeaport.org.

Cold Weather Pet Tips

Keep your pets safe this winter. When bathing your dog during the winter months, make sure they are completely dry before taking them outside for a walk.

Keep your cats indoors. Cats can freeze in cold weather without shelter.

Protect the Paws - Use Pet-Guard Ice & Snow Melt. It is safe for pets & paws, children, lawns, and plants. Green-tinted crystals are easy-to-see when applied on ice and snow. Environmentally friendly. 100 percent salt free granules.

To learn more about Pet-Guard Ice and Snow Melt and Tuckerton Lumber, please visit them at their Long Beach Island LBI store at 200 N Long Beach Boulevard in Surf City New Jersey, (609) 494-2111 or on the mainland at 138 Railroad Avenue Tuckerton New Jersey 08087, (609) 296-1131

Science Saturday - The Coastal Resilience Puzzle

On Saturday, January 19, 2019 join the LBIF for Science Saturday, starting at 11:00 a.m. Presenter Lisa Auermuller will present the Coastal Resilience Puzzle.

WHAT ARE SCIENCE SATURDAYS?
Science Saturday at the LBIF tackles today’s most pressing scientific, environmental, and sustainability issues that directly affect our shore community and the Barnegat Bay. Science Saturdays are interactive and informative hands-on presentations in an informal atmosphere.

What are the pieces & how do they fit? Jacques Cousteau’s strong partnerships with local communities, state agencies, and NOAA’s Office for Coastal Management positioned it well to put federal adaptation tools and decision support frameworks to work for the state. Lisa brings a unique insider’s perspective to this topic. Since the Getting to Resilience technical assistance project launched in 2013, almost 60 New Jersey communities have put it to work as they seek to reduce vulnerability and increase preparedness through planning, mitigation, and adaptation.

Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Fee: $5, Free to LBIF Members!

For more information, visit the LBIF website or call (609) 494-1241.

Long Beach Township PBA Local 373 Beefsteak Dinner

Get your tickets now before they're gone for the Long Beach Township PBA Local 373 Annual Beefsteak Dinner - January 20th, 2019 from 3pm to 7pm at the Brant Beach Yacht Club. Your $50.00 donation will include a delicious Beefsteak dinner catered by Nightingale Catering "The Beefsteak Company since 1938."

Beer, wine and soda will also be included and of course fun raffles and great prizes!! A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Police Unity Tour. For tickets please contact Phil Pollina 609-276-1665, Jason Hildebrant 609-290-0839, Sean Ferguson 609-713-9708 or see any PBA Local 373 member.

Deep Freeze Fest

The Deep Freeze Fest will transform the LBIF gallery into a cozy winter wonderland with live music, a German-style pretzel bar, fire pits & s'mores, snacks, plus cold brews! On Friday, January 25, 2019 from 7 PM – 10 PM, this community fundraiser will benefit the LBIF to help maintain year round programming for the arts & sciences so bring your friends!
FREE Admission! // Beer wristbands & snacks will be available for purchase at the door.

**$20 Beer Wristbands will be available for purchase at the door ONLY. (Must be 21+ to purchase wrist band, please be prepared with ID).

Guests may leave their cars in our parking lot overnight - don't drink & drive.

About the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences

Mission & Vision - To promote the arts and sciences on Long Beach Island and in the surrounding communities by enlightening, educating, and stimulating thought and discussion about current trends in the arts and sciences and by providing broad educational and cultural programs for all ages.

Address: 120 Long Beach Blvd Long Beach Township, NJ 08008

Phone: (609)494-1241