24th Annual New Jersey Sandcastle Contest

July 14. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 18th Avenue Beach in Belmar. Teh largest sand-sculpting event in New Jersey, the competition is free and open to partipants of all ages. Three prizes are awarded in six individual categories for ages 7 and under, 8 to 11, 12 to 15, 16 and up, family , and day camps. There is also a Best on the Beach Award. Spen a fun day the beach, with free giveaways, drinks, snacks, music, and more. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. For info, call (732) 863-1900 ext 102 or visit www.njsandcastle.com