Ciba-Geigy Court Case
2025-11-11 19:00 UTC | St. Elisabeth’s Chapel, 5 Third Avenue,, Ortley Beach, NJ, 08751, United States
Friends of Ortley Beach will continue its Beyond the Beach Speaker Series with a presentation by Save Barnegat Bay, the nonprofit dedicated to protecting and preserving Barnegat Bay and its watershed. The presentation will include a Greenpeace video from the 1980s that shows how Ciba-Geigy’s toxins affected Ortley Beach.
For more than five decades, Save Barnegat Bay has been a leading voice for the bay’s health—promoting education, community engagement, and legislative action. The group is now challenging what it calls the biggest threat the bay and nearby communities have ever faced: the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s settlement with BASF regarding the Ciba-Geigy Superfund Site in Toms River.
Over the last three years, SBB has worked to highlight this deal’s inadequacies, dangerous precedents, and the injustice it has inflicted on the communities of Ocean County,” said Brittany McLaughlin, Executive Assistant and Community Engagement Coordinator at Save Barnegat Bay.
The program is free and open to the public, but those interested in attending are kindly asked to RSVP to SecretaryFOB2@gmail.com.

Ortley Beach Shell Tree Event
2025-11-30 12:00 | Lord House Lifeguard Station, 1 4th Ave, Ortley Beach, NJ, 08751, United States
Once again this year, the OBVTA is bringing holiday cheer to Ortley Beach. The tree will be set up behind the Lord House Lifeguard Station on Sunday, November 30 at noon and you’re welcome to bring your own decorated shell to add to the display.
We’ll have boxes of pre-drilled blank shells, markers, and zip ties on hand for anyone who wants to create their design during the event. And there will be hot chocolate to add to the warmth of the event.
The shell-decorating supplies will remain on site for you to decorate and hang a shell at your convenience. And if you have shells you’d like to contribute, drop them off anytime at the O’Shea Group – Keller Williams at 1955 Route 35N in Ortley Beach.
Come kick off the holidays, beach-style and help make this year’s tree the most colorful yet. Many thanks to the OBVTA for continuing this holiday tradition.

Beach Bash '26
2026-07-19 17:30 - 20:00 | Third Avenue Beach
Beach Bash ’26 Has been rescheduled for July 19
One of Ortley Beach’s favorite summer traditions: Beach Bash ’26 has been rescheduled from July 18 to July 19 due to weather.
We’re lining up a night filled with food, fun and Ortley Beach-town energy..
There will be plenty to keep the fun going, including a large inflatable bounce house, face painting, games, and activities.
So gather your friends, text your neighbors, pack your beach chairs and blankets, and join us for a summer evening that’s all about food, fun, and community.
Click here for a quick look back on last year’s event.

Craft Fair '26
2026-08-08 10:00 - 15:00 | St. Elisabeth’s Chapel, 5 Third Avenue,, Ortley Beach, NJ, 08751, United States
FOB Annual Craft Fair Brings Creativity to the Shore
Handmade Finds. Local Talent. Coastal Charm.
The Friends of Ortley Beach Craft Show returns on Saturday, August 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the grounds of St. Elisabeth’s Chapel on Third Avenue in Ortley Beach. (The rain date is Saturday, August 15.)
Spend some time browsing rows of tents filled with handmade creations from many talented local artisans. Shoppers will find jewelry, photography, home décor, coastal-inspired gifts, and plenty of handmade and one-of-a-kind treasures.
While you’re there, be sure to try your luck at our popular raffles, featuring gift baskets filled with items generously donated by each of our participating vendors.
Visitors can also stop by the Friends of Ortley Beach table to shop for T-shirts, tanks, and other merchandise that lets everyone show a little Ortley pride.
Bring a friend, invite a neighbor, and enjoy an hour or two of relaxed oceanside shopping, community, and fun. Proceeds from the event help support Friends of Ortley Beach programs and improvement projects throughout the year.
A special thank-you to the St. Elisabeth’s Chapel community for once again generously allowing us to use its grounds for this event.
Make plans now for our incredible craft fair and marvel at the handmade wonders!
