Are your arms sore from shoveling yet? This weekend was highlighted by a storm that, at one point, touched Houston and New York City at the same time. (I saw it on my weather app…) Crazy!

We’ll cover the upcoming weather after we look at this week’s events, but I have one tip for you ahead of time: Bundle up!

Okay, let’s see what’s going on around the county this week…

Thu, Jan 29 to Wed, Feb 5

A throwback night of live rockabilly + dinner (bonus points for 1950s outfits).

Where? Mathis House, 600 Main St., Toms River, NJ 08753

When? Fri 1/30, 7:00pm

Cost? $50/person (+ tax; gratuity noted))

Good to know… Seniors and military personnel get 10% off. BYOB.

Turn your Friday into a mini dance party. In this weather? Do it on ice.

Where? Winding River Ice Rink, 1211 Whitesville Rd., Toms River, NJ 08755

When? Fri 1/30, 8:30pm–10:30pm & Sat 1/31, 8:00pm–10:00pm

Cost? $15 ($5 for skate rentals)

Good to know… Late-night slot. Great for teens, date night, or anyone craving a winter reset.

A hands-on, instructor-led art session designed to spark creativity (ages 7–14).

Where? Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut Ave., Island Heights, NJ 08732

When? Thu 1/29, 4:15pm–5:15pm

Cost? $125 (session tuition; includes supplies).

Good to know… Led by a New Jersey-certified fine arts educator who has 18+ years of kid and adult instruction.

See the “perma-smile” amphibian with their feathery gills up close and personal.

Where? Jenkinson’s Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742

When? Sun 2/1, 12:00pm–4:00pm

Cost? Included with general admission: $18 adults, $12 children (under 2 free), $13 seniors

Good to know… Event includes chats, crafts, and activities.

A new yoga studio with plenty of interest that looks ready to open with a bang!

Where? 249 Great Bay Blvd, Unit 3, Tuckerton, NJ, United States, New Jersey 08087

When? Sun 2/1, 8:00am–4:00pm

Cost? Free classes and raffles

Good to know… No class required. Stop in to meet instructors and participate in raffles.

A special night for mom to get comfy, take it easy, and have some fun!

Where? 261 Country Club Blvd, Tuckerton, NJ, United States, New Jersey 08087

When? Sun 1/30, 6:00pm–9:00pm

Cost? Not listed

Good to know… Includes raffles, DIY vision boards, Á la carte foods & drinks, and, of course, plenty of pjs!

A winter fundraiser with games, dinner, and an open bar — a classic chance for some “dress up a little” energy.

Where? Aqua Blu Kitchen & Cocktails, 950 Route 37 W, Toms River, NJ 08755

When? Sun 2/1, 12:00pm–5:00pm

Cost? $70 in advance ($90 at the door) (Tickets here…)

Good to know… Ticket includes full buffet, $50 gaming chip, and a DJ. Event includes raffles, a silent auction, sports memorabilia, and more.

This week is less about snow and storms and more about the temperature! Ocean County, New Jersey, faces a cold week ahead with persistent sub-freezing temperatures and wind chills dipping below zero.

Expect highs in the low to mid-20s°F and lows near or below 10°F with light winds and partial sun.

Check out the 10-day forecast here…

Sunrise/sunset

Ocean temp

This has stayed steady from last week, even as air temps plummeted. We’re still looking at around 40°F offshore near the Barnegat buoy.

Tide Predictions

Full Weather Report

Full Traffic Report

The Barnegat Lighthouse on Long Beach Island (pictured in the weather section above) is the second oldest lighthouses in the US. It was built in 1857 and cost $60,000 ($2,235,324.14 in 2026 dollars).

“Old Barney” is 163 feet tall — also making it the tallest lighthouse in the state.

That’s it for January. As we roll on to February, with its (slightly) longer days, let’s hope the temps improve quickly.

See you next week!

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