Living In Manahawkin

05/22/2026

We have some exciting news! We are bringing magic to the STAC stage with a summer camp! To register and for more info, visit stacnj.com!

05/22/2026

https://patch.com/new-jersey/barnegat-manahawkin/stafford-memorial-day-ceremony-set-municipal-complex?utm_source=share-link&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=share

Officials invited residents to a May 24 Memorial Day ceremony at the Stafford Township Municipal Complex.

05/04/2026

https://patch.com/new-jersey/barnegat-manahawkin/13-restaurants-barnegat-manahawkin-taking-mother-s-day-reservations?utm_source=share-link&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=share

Treating moms to brunch or dinner is one of the top ways to celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday, May 10.

04/30/2026

The event will be held May 2 and 3 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine.

Here's where you bargain hunters can shop on May 2 and 3.

03/28/2026

Tomorrow!

There is still time to sign up for the Stafford Township and Stafford Township EMS Bunny Hop, on Sunday, March 29 at 260 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ 08050!
🎽 Race Day Packets available at 7:00 AM
🚦 Race starts promptly at 8:00 AM
📍 Registrations will be accepted the morning of the race beginning at 7:00am
Then, stick around for the Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Stafford Recreation from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM — same location! 🐣

03/28/2026

Stafford Township Second Chance Toy Drive

Give toys a second life and help reduce waste in our community!

The Stafford Township Green Team invites residents to participate in our annual Second Chance Toy Drive, helping keep plastic toys out of landfills while giving families the opportunity to reuse and enjoy them again.

✔ Donate gently used plastic toys
✔ Pick up free toys for your family
✔ Support recycling and sustainability in Stafford

📍 Bay Avenue Community Center
775 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin

📦 Toy Donation Drop-Off
📅 Saturday, April 18
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

🧸 Free Toy Giveaway – Help Yourself!
📅 Sunday, April 19
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Please ensure toys are plastic, clean, and have no broken or missing parts before donating.

This event is open to everyone, so spread the word and help make a positive impact in our community!

03/05/2026

🌱 Neighborhood Cleanup – Join Us! 🌱

Join the Stafford Township Green Team for a Neighborhood Cleanup as we work together to preserve the beauty and cleanliness of our community for ourselves and future generations.

🗓 Saturday, March 14, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Hidden Pines Park (Forecastle Basin)
🚗 Parking lot located off of Breakers Drive

🧤 Cleanup supplies will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring weather-appropriate gear, bug spray, sunscreen, and water.

☔ This event will be held rain or shine.

📲 Registration is encouraged to account for supplies needed — scan the QR code on the flyer or register using the link below:

https://forms.office.com/r/MDGWqBSjpd

For questions or additional information, please contact Rae Baldwin at
📞 609-597-1000 ext. 8511 | 📧 [email protected]

Let’s come together to care for our community! 💚

03/05/2026

Congratulations! 👏👏👏
On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, the Stafford Township Police Department proudly celebrated the graduation of our four newest SLEO II Officers from the Ocean County Police Academy Basic Recruit Class #123.

02/21/2026

02/21/2026

❄️ Winter Weather Reminder from Stafford Township Department of Public Works ❄️

In preparation for any snowfall, residents are kindly asked to remove all vehicles, trash and recycling containers, and portable basketball hoops from roadways to allow snowplows to operate safely and efficiently.

Your cooperation helps ensure timely snow removal and keeps our community safe during winter weather events.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Stafford Township Public Works at 609-597-1000 ext. 8556 or visit
👉 https://www.staffordnj.gov/197/Public-Works

Thank you for your continued cooperation and for helping keep Stafford moving safely this winter!