TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Friends of Ortley Beach are inviting people to come out Saturday and celebrate all things canine at Ortley's first pet expo.

Doggie Day at the Beach is set for 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the 3rd Avenue parking lot. There will be vendors, a canine agility demonstration, giveaways, a boardwalk stroll and superhero parade.

The event is sponsored by the Friends of Ortley Beach, Pampered Pets and the Toms River Animal Hospital.

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