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Spotted on the Asbury Park calendar: Mathis House Speakeasy Dinner Show Pop-Up Speakeasy Jazz Night Dinner

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Hello Asbury Park! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See what's planned for 216 Cookman Avenue's full-block redevelopment
  • How hard did the recent nor'easter hit Asbury Park's beaches?

Also on today's calendar: Mathis House Speakeasy Dinner Show Pop-Up Speakeasy Jazz Night Dinner and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny and cooler, with a high of 64 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 69, low: 56.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 78 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Renderings Revealed for 216 Cookman Avenue in Asbury Park, New Jersey (newyorkyimby.com) — A full block along Cookman Avenue and Wesley Lake Drive in Asbury Park is slated for a new four-story, Mediterranean-style apartment building with 27 units, private terraces, a roof deck, and a 42-space garage elevated for flood protection. The project replaces a one-story commercial building and parking lot and will bring mostly two- and three-bedroom homes right by Wesley Lake, signaling another significant change to the city's core.
   

• State findings: Nor'easter causes major beach, dune erosion along 10 New Jersey beaches (news12.com) — State environmental officials say Asbury Park's beaches suffered minor erosion in the recent nor'easter, while some nearby Shore towns saw moderate to major dune and beach damage. The DEP's new assessment flags 81 concern areas and will guide where repairs, dune work, and cleanup may be prioritized as communities evaluate storm impacts.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Thank you everyone for your advice on my last post!
    Ringo is getting neutered in four days :) He's been having some behavioral issues with play-aggression, and my attempts to deter him haven't been… (Nextdoor Asbury Park)
  • Another great event at the carousel!
    Thanks Jen Hampton and all those who helped to put it together. Great memories of what use to be on our boardwalk and in the Casino and Palace… (Nextdoor Asbury Park)
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Customer Service Lead - Part-Time in Asbury Park. Apply here.
  • Disabledperson, Inc posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate at Walmart in Neptune, New Jersey in Neptune. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Asbury Park here.

🗞 Nearby News

Ocean Grove

  • The fall and the rise of 118 Main Avenue, formerly the OG Memorial Home . Its history is of interest. (blogfinger.net)

Long Branch

  • Jersey Shore businesses still dealing storm damage a week after powerful nor'easter (news12.com)

Manasquan

  • Manasquan, Bay Head Suffered Worst Of Nor'easter Damage, Congressman Says (patch.com)

Ok Asbury Park! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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