Pine Creek Railroad Easter Bunny Express

  On Saturday,  April 3rd, at Allaire State Park, the The New Jersey Museum Of Transportation Pine Creek Railroad is running their Annual Easter Bunny Express from Noon to 4 p.m.  Tickets are $5 per person to join the Easter Bunny on this exciting Annual Spring train ride.  Every rider(ages 3 and up) must purchase a full paid ticket for this special event. 

  The Pine Creek Railroad now operates weekends beginning March 27th 2010 and 7 days a week beginning June 28th through September 6th.  For more information on the railroads operating schedule and special events(we ride with Santa every year for the last 12 years), visit the Pine Creek Railroad online or call (732) 938-5524.

Jenkinson’s Amusement Park Ride Booklets, Two For One Sale

  

 Jenkinson’s Amusement Park  

  Jenkinson’s Amusement Park is having their annual two for one ride booklet sale!  Easter Weekend, Friday, April 2nd through Sunday, April 4th, 11am – 6pm(Rain or Shine). When you purchase one ride booklet, you will receive a second booklet free!   This is a great deal for anyone who frequents Point Pleasant Beach and the boardwalk.  *Credit cards are accepted.  No personal checks will be accepted.  Tickets can be purchased in the amusement park or next to the aquarium(cash only).  Booklets are available for purchase on-line(during sale dates), and shipping rates apply. 

    Booklet Prices:   

 20 Tickets = $15 *Boardwalk locations only 

60 Tickets = $25   

140 Tickets = $50  *Boardwalk Locations Only

      Jenkinson’s Boardwalk also offers a Family Fun Value Pack *Two for one, not available.  $60 = 5 Aquarium, Fun House, and Castaway Cove(Miniature Golf) Passes.  Families big or small  can appreciate big savings when purchasing the Value Pack and they are available all season.        

  The best part about purchasing two for one booklets(if there could something better),  no waiting on the long lines at ticket booths in the summer.   And there’s still more!  As if it couldn’t get any better…tickets don’t expire!   

Weekend Forecast:

Friday(4/2) 67°F 46°F Sunny.  Saturday(4/3) 67°F 51°F Partly Cloudy.  Sunday(4/4) 67°F 49°F AM Clouds/PM Sun.  More weather at The Weather Channel online. 

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

 

Point Pleasant Fall 2010 Soccer Registration

  Calling ALL soccer players!  The Point Pleasant Soccer Association is getting ready for the 2010 fall season and registration is here.  All registration dates will be held at the Moose Lodge, located on River Avenue in Point Pleasant Borough.  The association has teams for children in grades K – 8(children must be registered for kindergarten in September 2010 to participate), and a Co-ed High School League for grades 9 – 12.    

 Dates: 

 Friday, April 23^th  6-9 pm

Saturday, April 24^th  9am–2 pm

Friday, May 14th  6-9 pm

Saturday, May 15th  9am–2 pm

Cost: 

$40 per Player, $80 per Family K-8 

 $15 per Player Co-ed High School League

  There is now ONLINE REGISTRATION available on the Point Pleasant Soccer Association web site, by clicking on ‘Register Now’ at the top of the Home page.  This option begins April 1st, 2010,  and the last day to register online will be June 15th, 2010.    

  The Point Pleasant Soccer Association is a participant in The Outreach Program for Soccer, or TOP Soccer.  This is a community-based training and team placement program for young atheletes with mental or physical disibilities, organized by US Youth Soccer association volunteers.  The progam is designed to give children ages 5-19 with disiblities the opportunity to learn and play soccer, and become a valued member of the US Youth Soccer family.  For more information on this program, visit the US Youth Soccer webite at www.youthsoccer.org.

Point Pleasant Soccer Association

www.pointsoccer.org

PPSA
PO BOX 21
Pt. Pleasant, NJ 08742

ptsoccer2007@aol.com

 League Hot Line
732-892-6362

 

 

 

Jenkinson’s 2010 Annual Easter Egg Hunt

  Spring has not quite sprung, but the planning has already begun in Point Pleasant Beach.  Easter is the Holiday that makes us all feel just a little bit closer to summer, sunshine and days spent at The Beach(did I mention I bought my flip-flops already? Buy 1 get 1 Half Off @ Vans in the Jersey Shore Outlets.  *smiles*). 

  On Sunday, March 28th at precisely 1 pm, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk will be hosting their Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach.  Now, if the weather is nice, it will be very crowded and the lines will be long.  However, the event is very well organized and run, and can be a lot of fun for the kids.  The key is to be prepared.  The Egg Hunt is divided into four age groups and are as follows:

Ages 0-4:  In front of Jenkinson’s Aquarium

Ages 5-6 and 7-8:  In Front of Franks Fun Center

Ages 9-10:  In front of Jenkinson’s Amusement Park

Egg Hunt participation is reserved for children only.  No Shovels or Digging Utensils.  Limit 3 Eggs per Child(a bucket is a good idea).

  This is a very exciting event for the kids and a great way to spend a spring day with the family.  Many, if not all, of your favorite boardwalk eateries and arcades will be open, especially if the weather cooperates.  For more information about this event, visit Jenkinson’s on the web at http://jenkinsons.com/index.cfm.

 

Free Pictures With The Easter Bunny!

 

  Jenkinson’s Shop Sweet  is having FREE pictures with the Easter bunny again this year.  On Sunday, March 21st from 2 – 5 pm, the Easter Bunny will be at the Sweet Shop for pictures and a Holiday coloring contest for children ages 3 and up. 

  While you’re here, don’t forget to take advantage of the off-season and hit the arcades.  Most of them are open all year!

  For more information about this event, call Jenkinson’s Sweet Shop at 732-892-7576.

Golden Elks Pop Warner 2010 Season Football And Cheerleading Sign Ups

  It’s registration time for the Golden Elks Pop Warner Football League and Cheerleading Squads.  Kids ages 5-15 are welcome to sign up to participate on this Jersey Shore Pop Warner team. tRegistration will be at the Elks Lodge, located on 820 Arnold Avenue in Point Pleasant Beach.

 

Returning Participants Only:   February 28th 11am – 3pm

Open Enrollment:  March 14th 9am – 12pm

Registration Fees:  $200 1st Child

$150 2nd Child

$200 3rd Child

FREE 4th Child 

Flag Football or Flag Cheer is $75 per child for ages 5 and 6(child must be 5 as of 8/1/2010). 

  All participants will need to bring the following, in order to register for football and cheer:

A recent photo (passport size)

Original & a copy of  their birth certificate (New Participants)

Insurance information

And participating child

  For more information about the Golden Elks Pop Warner football and cheerleading teams, visit the website or call 732-475-2455 for general information.

Point Pleasant Soccer 2010 Spring Sign Ups!

Let It Snow…At The Beach

 

  So the Holidays are over, the New Year is here… Now what?? The cold weather is a constant reminder that winter is here to stay for a while, so what can you do with your kids to keep them entertained when stuck indoors for hours at a time? I ask myself that a lot recently, and the answer is: PLENTY!

  If your kids have already grown tired of their new Holiday toys, try taking them to the following places for some much-needed “out-and-about”time:

Your local Gymboree or Little Gym. I have tried both and there are age-appropriate classes for all levels, and best of all, it’s a great time for your child! Singing, dancing, rolling around… fun for everyone, and you get a tired child at the end of the hour! www.gymboree.com www.thelittlegym.com for locations near you.

Get Fired Up in Point Pleasant. This is a great spot to spend some time out of the house creating something special with your kids – and they do “Paint me” t-shirts now too! http://www.gitfireduppottery.com/

Bounce-U: We are taking a trip over here next week as I have heard rave reviews from other parents. The name explains it all… and you get to go in too! A more in-depth write-up will come after our visit! http://www.bounceu.com/party-places-for-kids/new-jersey/lakewood/

Your local Library. I live in Brielle, and the library is fantastic! There are story times for all ages, just look at the calendar and see: http://www.briellepubliclibrary.org/calendar.html And don’t forget to check the library in your own town too!

  Plus, I have made a point to schedule weekly (or let’s be honest, we try for weekly but it ends up being every couple of weeks…) “play-dates” with groups of friends, and take turns hosting small “parties” for groups of 2-5 kids, which is an easy, fun way to not only expose your child(ren) to some new toys and friends, but for us moms, too!

  And this morning my little girl thought it was the BEST time in the whole world to go out and play in the little bit of snow that was covering the ground, then come inside and watch Dora and Diego… Spring will be here soon, but for now I am enjoying every bit of winter.

Contributing Author

Stephanie Frith

Pictures With Santa At Jenkinson’s Sweet Shop

                                                                                      

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            We are spotting Santa Claus all over town!  There must be lots of good little boys and girls living at the Jersey Shore.  Christmas is the best Holiday for treats and sweets, so why wouldn’t Santa be visiting the Sweet Shop at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk?  Of course Santa will be there! On Saturday, December 19th from 3-9 pm, bring the kids for hot chocolate, cookies, milk and a FREE(!) picture with Santa.  Jenkinson’s Sweet Shop will be the one stop shop for Holiday fun, maybe some sweets for under the tree(chocolate-covered gummi bears…YUM!), and a fun holiday coloring contest for the kids.  It’s sure to be quick, family fun right before the big holi-DAY(1 week to go).  

  Be sure to check out Jenkinson’s Aquarium Sea Of Lights, indoor holiday light display on the same evening.  This event has special hours and limited showing dates.  Read about it on Point Pleasant Parents, Jenkinson’s Aquarium ‘Sea Of Lights’. 

 

Brunch With Santa At Ferrara’s

   The Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce is bringing more Holiday fun to The Beach.  A special guest is coming to town on Sunday, December 13th from 10 am – 2 pm at Ferrara’s Restaurant, located at 518 Arnold Avenue.  Santa Claus will be visiting for brunch and has invited all to come and tell him your Holiday wishes.   

   Ferrara’s Restaurant offers Italian cuisine and desserts.  A children’s menu is available for children 12 years and younger.  To view the menu or for more information about Ferrara’s, visit their website by clicking on the link or call 732-899-3900.