One Ocean County

06/12/2026

We’re excited to share that we’ve started a WhatsApp community for followers of Common Grounds!

For announcements about the garden, as well as educational resources and gardening knowledge, join here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CU5HSPq1JkN2wpQzufvwU1

To ask questions and engage with other gardening enthusiasts, join here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CU5HSPq1JkN2wpQzufvwU1

04/27/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

Our famous fall festival is on the calendar for October 18th. We are looking for sponsors and vendors so reach out to learn more.

04/01/2026

03/31/2026

PASS IT ON FOR PASSOVER

Donate your chometz!
Support local food pantries.
Only sealed, non-perishable items.

TO ARRANGE A FREE VAN FOR YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD:
CALL OR TEXT: 732-806-0261

Designated Drop-Off Locations:

Lakewood:
- 98 Hillside Blvd
- John Patrick Park, Salem St. (off Oak St)

Toms River:
- Wednesday only: Riverwood Park

Sponsored by:
One Ocean County and the Jewish Federation of Ocean County

02/10/2026

10/26/2025

TOMORROW!

Looking forward to seeing you all at our fall festival

10/24/2025

This SUNDAY!

Come celebrate the season at its Fourth Annual Fall Festival this Sunday, October 26th at their Common Grounds Community Garden in Lakewood’s John Patrick Sports Complex.
Each year, this beloved event brings together hundreds of families, friends, and neighbors for an afternoon in the beautiful garden and surrounding park— and 2025 promises to be the biggest and best yet!

This free event festival will feature a full lineup of activities for all ages, including:
🐐 Petting Zoo

🎨 Fall-Themed Crafts & Games

🧺 Local Vendors

🌻 Garden Tours

🧠 A Mind-Blowing Performance by Renowned Mentalist David Blatt at 3 PM

10/16/2025

A big thank-you to RWJBarnabas Health – Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus for joining as one of our main sponsors our upcoming Fall Festival on October. 26th! 🌻

We’re so grateful for their partnership in keeping our community healthy and thriving. ❤️