🏖️ Monmouth History: This week marks 95 years since the Monmouth County Historical Association’s museum and library opened in 1931. Architect J. Hallam Conover loosely based the brick Colonial Revival building on George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

Today is Leif Erikson Day, a U.S. observance honoring the 10th-century Norse explorer credited with visiting North America.

Today’s Must See: 9 to 5 returns to theaters today, Friday, Oct. 9, through Thursday, Oct. 15, in a newly restored version of the workplace comedy starring Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, and Lily Tomlin. Disney will donate its net proceeds from U.S. ticket sales to support Dolly’s Imagination Library, which provides free books to children. (More)

365> Holmdel: VIENNA: Suddenly An Angel will have its international premiere at Barcelona’s Love & Hope International Film Festival on Friday, Oct. 16. The award-winning documentary follows Dr. Denise Wunderler and Dr. Michael Savino after their toddler daughter’s unexplained death and their efforts to raise awareness of Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood. (More)

365> Asbury Park Museum launched a $500,000 campaign to create its permanent home inside Interfaith Neighbors’ Marmora Center, scheduled to open in fall 2027. Plans include a recreated 1960s WJLK radio studio. (More)

365> Middletown: The Wilson Avenue bus commuter parking lot in Port Monmouth permanently closed Oct. 6 after the property was sold. Existing permits can be used at the Thompson Avenue commuter lot in North Middletown while the township seeks another location. (More)

365> Neptune: A proposed West Lake Avenue redevelopment would add 31 homes, including two affordable units, along with retail space, offices, and a restaurant with an upstairs outdoor terrace. (More)

365> Neptune City: The Borough Council awarded a contract to install pickleball and tennis courts at Adams Field as part of the park’s third phase of improvements. The project is supported by a $361,817 Monmouth County Open Space Grant. (More)

365> Ushering in Autumn brings Japanese taiko drumming and contemporary dance to Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 2-4 pm. Tickets are $45 for the general public and $30 for members. (Tickets)

365> Winetober Weekend brings wine-tasting specials and live music to Renault Winery’s Wine & Beer Garden in Egg Harbor City on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 10-11. Loose Ends plays Saturday, and Fat Mezz performs Sunday. Tickets are $15 per person. (More)

365> Terhune Orchards’ Fall Family Fun Weekends combine pumpkin picking, corn and hay-bale mazes, wagon rides, live music, and a wine orchard in the Princeton area on Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 1, from 10 am - 5 pm. Admission for ages 3 and older is $19.95 in advance or $24.95 that day. (More)

365> Scarecrows in the Village fills Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, Pennsylvania, with more than 100 handmade creations through Monday, Oct. 26. Follow the brick pathways to find characters, comic creations, and spooky entries, then vote for your favorites through Oct. 14. The outdoor display is free. (More)

365> Lakota Wolf Preserve in Columbia, Warren County, offers guided visits to an observation area surrounded by four wolf packs, followed by a look at the preserve’s foxes, bobcat, and lynx. Advance reservations and early arrival are required. (Reserve)

365> Civil War reenactors bring camp displays, artifacts, and replicas to the Joseph Murray Farmhouse at Poricy Park in Middletown on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 am - 4 pm. The farmhouse and barn will be open for viewing for the free event. (More)

365> Ocean Grove’s Fall Harvest Arts & Crafts Show runs Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 am - 4 pm throughout downtown and Auditorium Square Park. The juried marketplace features artists, makers, and specialty food vendors, with participating artisans required to offer goods that are at least 95% handmade. (More)

365> Charlotte Joy Touch-A-Truck Festival takes over the East Freehold Showgrounds on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 am - 4 pm. Proceeds support the Ashley Lauren Foundation. (Tickets)

365> Holmdel Harvest Fest fills Bayonet Farm on Saturday, Oct. 10, from noon-7 pm with live music, wagon rides, a petting zoo, inflatable rides, and a beer and wine garden. It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown screens at 6:30 pm, followed by fireworks at 7 pm. (More)

365> West Long Branch Fall Festival takes place at Franklin Lake on Sunday, Oct. 11, from noon-4 pm. The community celebration includes entertainment and outdoor activities, with a participating Knights of Columbus fundraiser helping service members travel home for the holidays. (More)