🌱 Patch AM: Man Nearly Hits Crossing Guards Fleeing Traffic Stop Near Brick School, Police Say

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In today's newsletter:

• Brick driver accused of high-speed escape near school crossing guards
• What's planned for Ictoberfest at Icarus Brewing in Brick this month?

Also on today's calendar: Thomas Mathis Burlesque Dinner Show and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Warm; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 87 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 84, low: 67.
• Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Man Nearly Hits Crossing Guards Fleeing Traffic Stop Near Brick School, Police Say (patch.com) — Police say a Brick Township man fled a traffic stop near Brick Memorial High School during Tuesday's morning arrival, speeding through a school zone and nearly hitting two crossing guards before being arrested after a foot chase. Officers emphasize that, following a recent fatal crash nearby, they are stepping up aggressive traffic enforcement around Brick schools and urging drivers to slow down, obey crossing guards, and prioritize student safety.
   

• NJIB's Guide to New Jersey Oktoberfests 2026 (newjerseyisntboring.com) — Brick beer fans can join Icarus Brewing's Ictoberfest on September 19 at 2045 Route 88, featuring special releases, food partners, live music, and a steinholding contest. The broader guide also highlights dozens of Oktoberfest celebrations across New Jersey this fall, giving Brick residents plenty of options for day trips, fundraisers, and family-friendly Bavarian-style fun statewide.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Brick

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★ Featured events ★

Friday September 11
• Thomas Mathis Burlesque Dinner Show →
  600 Main St, Toms River
  7:00 pm
Saturday September 12
• 10th Anniversary Ocean County Irish Festival →
  County Road 530, County Rd 530,
  11:00 am
Sunday September 13
• Harvest Victorian Afternoon Tea →
  Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room, 600 Main St, Toms River
  11:00 am

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Other local events

Monday September 14
• Women's Club of Brick Monthly Meeting - Morning Edition →
  Brick Twp Town Hall, 401 Chambers Brg Rd, Brick Township
  11:00 am
• Brick Community Blood Drive →
  St. Thomas Lutheran Church, 135 Salmon St, Brick Township
  12:30 pm
• Women's Club of Brick Monthly Meeting - Evening Edition →
  Brandywine The Gables by Monarch, 515 Jack Martin Blvd, Brick Township
  6:30 pm
Tuesday September 15
• The American Soldier →
  Grunin Center for the Performing Arts, 1 College Dr, Toms River
  7:00 pm
Friday September 18
• 2-DAY EVENT: 3rd Annual Fall Rummage Sale & Book Sale →
  Girl Scouts Of The Jersey Shore, 1405 Old Freehold Rd, Toms River
  1:00 pm
Saturday September 19
• 48th Annual Festival of the Sea →
  Point Pleasant Beach
  10:00 am
Wednesday September 23
• ACT Educational →
  Manera's Restaurant, 950 Cedar Bridge Avenue, Brick
  6:00 pm
Thursday September 24
• Jersey Shore Animal Center's Spay-ghetti and No Balls (Meat) Fundraiser! →
  Manera's Restaurant, 950 Cedar Bridge Ave, Brick Township
  6:00 pm
Friday September 25
• Linda Shields, the Jersey Shore Medium →
  1730 W Princeton Ave, Brick Township
  6:00 pm

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Hackensack Meridian Health posted a job opening for Catering To You Associate - Part Time - Evening in Brick. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Point Pleasant

• Shore Conference Football Offensive Players of the Week, Sept. 3-5 (nj.com)

Point Pleasant Beach

• Check out these 21 Shore football stars from Week 1 of the 2026 season (northjersey.com)

Lakewood

• Lakewood Mayor Ray Coles Responds to Your 'Ask The Mayor' Questions: Portapotties at The Parks (thelakewoodscoop.com)
• NJ American Water Crews Canvassing Northern Lakewood This Week for Lead Service Lines. (lakewoodalerts.com)

Ok Brick! 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: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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