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Thoroughly Modern Millie -
Toms River , Ocean County
About 2.8 miles from Island Heights July 29 - Aug 1
THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE is a six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy that tells the story of Millie Dillmount as she escapes to New York City from small town Kansas, determined to become a modern New Yorker, but trouble (and hilarity) comes in several respects... A Rip-Roaring, Tap-Dancing, Fun-Loving Musical Comedy, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE is perfect for the whole family!
August
Cruisin' Downtown Toms River -
Toms River , Ocean County
About 2.8 miles from Island Heights Second Wednesday of each month May - September
The hugely popular Cruisin’ Downtown vintage car and motorcycle series kick-off! Enjoy live musical entertainment and vintage cars on the streets of downtown Toms River, the second Wednesday of every month through September.
Thoroughly Modern Millie -
Toms River , Ocean County
About 2.8 miles from Island Heights July 29 - Aug 1
THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE is a six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy that tells the story of Millie Dillmount as she escapes to New York City from small town Kansas, determined to become a modern New Yorker, but trouble (and hilarity) comes in several respects... A Rip-Roaring, Tap-Dancing, Fun-Loving Musical Comedy, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE is perfect for the whole family!
September
Cruisin' Downtown Toms River -
Toms River , Ocean County
About 2.8 miles from Island Heights Second Wednesday of each month May - September
The hugely popular Cruisin’ Downtown vintage car and motorcycle series kick-off! Enjoy live musical entertainment and vintage cars on the streets of downtown Toms River, the second Wednesday of every month through September.
February 2011
8th Annual Ocean County Home & Remodeling Show -
Toms River , Ocean County
About 2.8 miles from Island Heights February 4th-6th, 2011
A high-quality Home Show awaits you this February 4 - 6 at the Ritacco Center in Toms River. Timed perfectly to get your customers home improvement projects started early in the year!
Enjoy an unparalleled blend of comfort and convenience at the Holiday Inn of Toms River, NJ, ideally situated near exit 82 of the Garden State Parkway. Among our wide array of first-class amenities we feature a game room, fitness center and heated indoor pool with a sauna and outdoor sun deck®your oasis from the stress and strain of travel. We pride ourselves on offering every guest attentive service with a personal touch to complement our spacious, attractive accommodations. Members of the
The Howard Johnson Hotel of Toms River, NJ just went through a major renovation. We have a Brand New Lobby with a Gas Fireplace and a Large Flat Screen TV, a New Breakfast Cafe, New Meeting Room, an Elevator and a Business Center coming soon. Presidents Quality Excellence Award Winner AAA Approved Complimentary Continental Breakfast Free Wireless High Speed Internet Access Large Indoor Heated Swimming Pool and Garden Patio. Two Restaurants Bar and Grill with Live Entertainment and a Gas Firepla
Now completely smoke free throughout and pet friendly. Complimentary full hot and cold breakfast buffet daily, outdoor pool in courtyard setting, Newly renovated lobby, registration, lounge, and banquet rooms and the addition of a new elevator. Free High Speed wireless access available everywhere. Special rates for local companies. Pet Charge: 39.95 per night, per pet, up to 100 lbs. Pet limit: 2 per room.
The Ramada Inn and Suites of Toms River is the proud winner of the Presidents Award - Ramada highest rating. We feature 153 premier rooms and suites. Our suites, including spacious Jacuzzi and fireplace suites, are equipped with full kitchens. Plus, children stay free. The hotel is pleased to offer a complimentary breakfast M-F, Labor Day through Memorial Day, and Angles Cafe Grille and Lounge is located on-site. Among our many amenities, enjoy an exercise room, game room, business center
Conveniently located in the town center-the Flamingo Motel is a heartbeat away from Seaside Heights beaches-boardwalk-restaurants-shops and amusement parks. If the Atlantic is not blue enough-then check out our pool. Our manager Mike is committed to keep the water in his pool the cleanest and the bluest in the whole town. Make sure to ask him what is the pH balance of the pool on your next visit. Dont forget to bring your sun block and swimsuit. Head to the beach-or lay by the pool all day. The
The Four Winds Motel, a Magnuson Hotels affiliate, is your true family vacation spot, which is located at the north end of Seaside Heights, right across the street from the beach and boardwalk and only a few steps from the many attractions that Seaside Heights has to offer, including... Restaurants, Nightclubs, Amusements, and Water Slides! Guests of the Four Winds Motel will enjoy the outdoor pool, fitness room, and spacious rooms.
We offer cozy Rooms and Apartments just one and a half blocks from the majestic Atlantic Ocean and the famous boardwalk and amusements. We are also close to all of the Boulevards nightclubs and are a blink of an eye away from the Seaside Heights enormous Water Parks We are open all year long. Luxury Rooms in Main Town Center. Family Motel - 4 Efficiency Apartments. Full Bath - Color Television - Air Conditioned - Heat - Refrigerator. Only 1 1/2 Hour from NYC and 1 Hour from Atlantic City. Free P
The Sand Castle Motel is located in the heart of all the local attractions in Seaside Heights on the Jersey Shore. Close to Beach- The Boardwalk- Arcades- Miniature Golf- Water Park and Amusements Rides. Were Open All Year. We Boast Clean and Comfortable Motel Rooms. All Rooms Feature Full Bath- Cable Color TV- Phone- AC/Heat and Outdoor Pool. Were Close to Restaurants- Sub Shops and Pizza. Stroll the Boulevard or Boardwalk and Browse the Many Shops. Bask in the Sun On The Beach. We offer all th
Located just blocks from the New Jersey Shoreline, The Sea Palace Inn, a Magnuson Hotels affiliate, is a short walk to the Boardwalk, Funtown Pier, fishing, boating, various restaurants and only minutes from Island Beach State Park, Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, and Six Flags Great Adventure. Guests of the Sea Palace Inn will enjoy an outdoor pool, free parking, and spacious rooms.
Located right across the street from the New Jersey Shore, the newly renovated Desert Palm, a Magnuson Hotels affiliate, is only walking distance to beaches, the Boardwalk, Funtown Pier, and only minutes from Island Beach State Park, Barnegat Lighthouse, shopping, golfing, fishing, swimming, boating, and many local restaurants. Guests of the Desert Palm will enjoy an outdoor pool, free parking, beach passes, and comfortable rooms with views of the ocean.
Cottage on the River
Bed & Breakfast
10 Ocean Bend
Island Heights NJ 08732
(732)270-8123
