Be Supported, Be Successful, and Be Brookdale

Brookdale Community College

At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the foundation of who we are. Every program, partnership, and learning experience is designed to help students Be Supported, Be Successful, and Be Brookdale as they pursue meaningful and rewarding futures. Our commitment to quality is reflected in what our students experience every day: • 81 percent say professors put significant effort into teaching their classes. • 76 percent report it is easy to get the classes they need. • 92 percent feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. • A 17 to 1 student-faculty ratio ensures personalized support and mentorship. • Graduates earn a median salary of $50,836 five years out, well above the national average. With more than 60 degree and certificate programs, Brookdale offers flexible in-person, hybrid, and online options to meet students where they are. Our seamless transfer pathways—with Rutgers University, Georgian Court University, Kean University, and Monmouth University—allow students to complete their bachelor’s degrees right here in Monmouth County. We also offer more than 40 transfer agreements with leading four-year colleges and universities from Paris to New Jersey and beyond, guaranteeing qualified students junior-year status. Several agreements even provide three-plus-one pathways so your junior year can be completed at Brookdale for significant savings. Students also benefit from robust career services, workforce partnerships, and hands-on learning that prepare them for in-demand careers in nursing, business, engineering, information technology, criminal justice, cybersecurity, liberal arts, and more. Brookdale’s rigorous programs and dedicated faculty empower students to Be Bold, excel in a rapidly changing world, and graduate with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed.

Monmouth County

New York City Metropolitan Area

Asbury Park

New Jersey

At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the...

RoBeans Mobile Barista is booking for the spring and summer

RoBeans

RoBeans Mobile Barista is a woman-owned coffee bus based in Asbury Park, serving handcrafted espresso drinks, coffee, and tea at community events, corporate gatherings, schools, and private celebrations. Known for its welcoming service and quality beverages. RoBeans brings "serenity in a cup" wherever it parks.

RoBeans Mobile Barista is a woman-owned coffee bus based in Asbury Park, serving handcrafted espresso drinks, coffee, and tea at community events,...

Early Morning & Late Night DEALS! 25% OFF Sale

Scarlet Reserve Room

We are independently owned, family-driven, and deeply rooted in the Monmouth County cannabis community — not backed by multi-state operators or corporate investors. Our mission is to keep cannabis culture alive in New Jersey while providing safe, premium, and compliant cannabis products to local customers. For anyone who believes in second chances and social equity in the New Jersey cannabis market, our journey shows it’s possible — even when the odds feel stacked against you. We’re proud to lead by example and build a trusted Englishtown and Monmouth County dispensary for the next generation of cannabis consumers and entrepreneurs. Our journey proves that redemption and determination can break barriers. Once facing charges for the very plant now fueling an industry, our founder rebuilt from the ground up — earning degrees, mastering business, and creating safe, trusted spaces for cannabis and wellness. Today, Scarlet Reserve Room stands proudly as an independently owned, legacy-to-legal Englishtown dispensary, keeping culture alive and proving second chances matter.

Monmouth

Englishtown

We are independently owned, family-driven, and deeply rooted in the Monmouth County cannabis community — not backed by multi-state operators or...

Now accepting Spring and Annual Storage reservations 

The NJ Paddock Car Storage Facility

An INSURED, Secure, Climate Controlled Antique, Classic and Exotic car storage facility.

Sara Winick

Wall

Blossom (Divorce) Coaching, LLC

Blossom Coaching: Divorce Support, Recovery &amp; Empowerment Divorce can feel overwhelming, chaotic, and uncertain—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. At Blossom Coaching, I provide compassionate, expert guidance to help individuals move through the challenges of divorce with clarity, courage, and confidence. As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Certified Divorce Coach, I bring both professional expertise and personal experience to my work, helping clients untangle the emotional and practical struggles of divorce so they can feel empowered to create their best future. Blossom Coaching offers: In-Person and Virtual Divorce Support &amp; Recovery Groups – Connect with others who truly understand and find strength in community. Individual Coaching – Personalized one-on-one support to meet your unique needs and goals. Workshops – Interactive opportunities to learn strategies, gain tools, and discover your best self after divorce. At Blossom Coaching, you’ll find a safe, supportive space to move forward, rebuild, and blossom into the life that’s waiting for you.

Blossom Coaching: Divorce Support, Recovery & Empowerment Divorce can feel overwhelming, chaotic, and uncertain—but you don’t have to navigate it...

<a href="https://www.cityofasburypark.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1487" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Press release from City of Asbury Park:</a> August 18, 2021 Join the City of Asbury Park on Saturday, August 21st at 12pm at Donald Hammary Courts for the Back to School Giveaway! Receive free school supplies and enjoy music, food, and other kids' activities. Plus, <img data-src="https://www.cityofasburypark.com//ImageRepository/Document?documentId=2562" data-sizes data-srcset />free Covid-19 vaccination clinic.<hr />This press release was produced by <a href="https://www.cityofasburypark.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">City of Asbury Park</a>. The views expressed here are the author's own.

<a href="https://www.cityofasburypark.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1487" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Press release from City of Asbury Park:</a>

August 18, 2021 Join the City of Asbury Park on Saturday, August 21st at 12pm at Donald Hammary Courts for the Back to School Giveaway! Receive free school supplies and enjoy music, food, and other kids’ activities. Plus, <img data-src="https://www.cityofasburypark.com//ImageRepository/Document?documentId=2562" data-sizes data-srcset />free Covid-19 vaccination clinic.

<hr />This press release was produced by <a href="https://www.cityofasburypark.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">City of Asbury Park</a>. The views expressed here are the author’s own.

City Of Asbury Park Back To School Giveaway...

Join the City of Asbury Park on Saturday, August 21st at 12pm at Donald Hammary Courts for the Back to School Giveaway! Receive free sch ...

City Of Asbury Park Back To School Giveaway Event, Saturday 8/21

Politics & Government

Carly Baldwin

Manasquan-Belmar

Long Branch-Eatontown

Little Silver-Oceanport

Red Bank-Shrewsbury

Rumson-Fair Haven

Ocean County

Karen Wall

Point Pleasant

Howell

Brick

Marlboro-Coltsneck

Brookdale Performing Arts Center

Brookdale Performing Arts Center is thrilled to launch a bold new comedy experience in 2026: Laugh Lab @Brookdale, an improv series where nothing is scripted, everything is unexpected, and the laughs are absolutely guaranteed. This fresh, experimental comedy night invites audiences into a world where performers push boundaries, test new ideas, and embrace the hilariously unhinged.&nbsp;
Guests will enjoy the show in cocktail-style seating, creating an intimate, club-like atmosphere. Snacks will be available for purchase, and the casual, lounge vibe offers a perfect night out for adults looking to unwind, laugh, and escape the ordinary.&nbsp;
Tickets are just $10, making Laugh Lab @Brookdale one of the most affordable and entertaining nights in Monmouth County. Each performance begins at 7:00 PM, and with a lineup of quick-thinking comedians and unpredictable scenarios, no two nights will ever be the same.&nbsp;
2026 Show Dates&nbsp;
<ul><li>February 19, 2026&nbsp;</li><li>February 20, 2026&nbsp;</li><li>March 12, 2026&nbsp;</li><li>March 13, 2026&nbsp;</li><li>May 7, 2026&nbsp;</li><li>May 8, 2026&nbsp;</li></ul>
All shows begin at 7:00 PM and tickets are $10.&nbsp;
This improv series is adult-themed, geared toward audiences who appreciate edgy, off-the-rails humor. Whether you're an improv lover or someone who just needs a break from the everyday, this is the show you’ll be talking about long after the lights come up.&nbsp;
Don’t miss your chance to be part of something new, daring, and wickedly funny in 2026. Seats are limited, and with this kind of energy, buzz, and price point, Laugh Lab @Brookdale has all the makings of the next must-see local comedy hit.&nbsp;
Laugh Lab @Brookdale Where comedy gets tested, tried, and totally unhinged.
<a href="https://brookdalepac.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200511403" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purchase tickets here</a>

Local Event: Laugh Lab @Brookdale - May 7 & 8

Middletown

Laugh Lab @Brookdale - May 7 & 8

Brookdale Performing Arts Center is thrilled to launch a bold new comedy experience in 2026: Laugh Lab @Brookdale, an improv...

Algonquin Arts Theatre

From Stephen Schwartz, the renowned creator of Wicked, comes PIPPIN - a dazzling and thought-provoking musical about a young man's journey to find purpose. With unforgettable songs, mesmerizing choreography, and a touch of magic, this Tony Award®-winning classic invites audiences to experience the extraordinary in the ordinary.

Local Event: PIPPIN....  May 8 - May 17, 2026

PIPPIN....  May 8 - May 17, 2026

From Stephen Schwartz, the renowned creator of Wicked, comes PIPPIN - a dazzling and thought-provoking musical about a young...

Middlesex County

New Brunswick

Info. For 2026 Middlesex County Folk Festival

Here are the dates and performers for four shows this summer, all free:

Arts & Entertainment

2 Monmouth County Resident Aliens Illegally...

"Non-citizen voting is a federal crime," said Kash Patel. "While other administrations may have looked the other way, those days are over."

2 Monmouth County Resident Aliens Illegally Voted, Federal Prosecutors Say

Crime & Safety

Middletown Man Dies After Falling From Ladder

This happened at 10 a.m. Sunday in Middletown:

🌱 Patch AM: How Asbury Park seniors can reserve...

And check out Laugh Lab @Brookdale - May 7 & 8 on the Asbury Park Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How Asbury Park seniors can reserve a spot to outsmart scammers

Community Corner

🌱 Patch AM: Meet the Asbury Park councilmember...

And on the Asbury Park Patch calendar - Laugh Lab @Brookdale - May 7 & 8

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Politics & Government

City Of Asbury Park Back To School Giveaway Event, Saturday 8/21

Join the City of Asbury Park on Saturday, August 21st at 12pm at Donald Hammary Courts for the Back to School Giveaway! Receive free sch ...

Press Release Desk, News Partner

Find out what's happening in Asbury Parkfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

More from Asbury Park

Woman Found Dead In Ocean Off Asbury Park Identified

Woman Found Dead In Ocean Off Asbury Park Beach

Bomb Threat Prompts Evacuation At Monmouth County School