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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.

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

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The Pool Boss

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool companies and a premier builder in New Jersey. Specializing in rapid, high-quality installations and custom backyard transformations, the company offers elite amenities including fire pits, landscaping, hardscaping, water features, and outdoor kitchens. As an owner-operated company, The Pool Boss is led by founder and CEO Christopher Argenziano, whose hands-on approach ensures accountability and precision for every project. Built on the philosophy that a five-star experience is created by people rather than just plans, The Pool Boss provides bespoke designs tailored to the unique vision and needs of every family. 

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Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool...

The Teaching Dragon

Elementary school tutor specializing in one on one tutoring grades PreK - 3rd grade in person or on zoom.  Experienced empathetic teacher building student confidence and a passion for learning.

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Union Beach

Elementary school tutor specializing in one on one tutoring grades PreK - 3rd grade in person or on zoom. Experienced empathetic teacher building...

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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.

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

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Asbury Park Window Cleaning Company

We perform home and business window cleaning to Monmouth and Ocean counties. After a Century in business, we have perfected the art of window cleaning! Call for free estimates.

Sara Winick

Holmdel-Hazlet

We perform home and business window cleaning to Monmouth and Ocean counties. After a Century in business, we have perfected the art of window...

Huntington Learning Center

At our distraction-free learning center, we are more than just a leading provider of tutoring and test prep programs, we are your trusted partner in education to build your student’s academic skill sets, confidence and motivation — so that they can excel both in school and in life. We are open on most school-closed holidays and offer both private and group personalized tutoring programs.

Carly Baldwin

Middletown

At our distraction-free learning center, we are more than just a leading provider of tutoring and test prep programs, we are your trusted partner...

East Coast Diving Center

East Coast Diving Center is your friendly full service PADI 5 Star SCUBA Diving and Snorkeling Facility established in 1977. We offer courses from beginner to advanced. Our Travel Department offers vacations near and far. ECDC is proud to be an Oceanic, Sherwood, Poseidon, Ocean Reef Full Face Mask, Sales and Service Center. Our store hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 12:00-8:00pm, Tuesday from 6:00-8:00pm, Saturday 10:00am–6:00pm. We are CLOSED Thursday and Sunday. Visit our website for more information: www.EastCoastDivingCenter.com

East Coast Diving Center is your friendly full service PADI 5 Star SCUBA Diving and Snorkeling Facility established in 1977. We offer courses from...

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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

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

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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...

Time to stock up for summer reading.&nbsp; We have thousands of great books in every category for every age, plus CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, audio book, puzzles, games and cards.&nbsp; Plus a whole cart of free books!&nbsp; We are open for sales and book donations allThursdays from 10 - 12:00, Saturdays from 10 - 2:00, except for major holidays.&nbsp; All proceeds help provide scholarships for local women and girls.&nbsp; See you website for further infomation and our book donation policy - aauw-nj-nmcb.org.&nbsp; Hope to see you soon!&nbsp; Come meet local author Olivia Martel, who will be there to sign copies of her latest book!!

Local Event: AAUW Used Book Sale

AAUW Used Book Sale

Time to stock up for summer reading.  We have thousands of great books in every category for every age, plus CDs, DVDs, vinyl...

Huntington Learning Center Middletown

Calling 11th graders looking for 100 - 200 points more on June 6 SAT!Small group in person classes start on Saturdays 10-12PM Math and 12-2PM Reading &amp; Writing. May 9, May 16, May 23, May 30th!Email student name, grade, school and any past SAT report to Emily Ryan at RyanE@HLCMail.com.Choose full course (16 hours) for $960 or one subject (8 hours) for $480.

Local Event: SATURDAY SAT Crash Course for June 6th SAT

SATURDAY SAT Crash Course for June 6th SAT

Calling 11th graders looking for 100 - 200 points more on June 6 SAT!Small group in person classes start on Saturdays 10-12PM...

Raritan High School

Monmouth county's newest and best card and memorabilia show returns for a 2nd month!!!&nbsp; Over 100 vendor tables featuring the tri-state area's finest vendors!&nbsp; Buying, selling, trading!!!&nbsp; Special Guests to be announced!

Local Event: The Exit 117 Sports Cards, Memorabilia & Pokemon Show

The Exit 117 Sports Cards, Memorabilia &...

Monmouth county's newest and best card and memorabilia show returns for a 2nd month!!!  Over 100 vendor tables featuring the...

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Palmeras Entertainment

BLOSSOM INTO BALANCE ✨ Spring Health &amp; Wellness Expo
May 17th | 12–4 PM
🌸 BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW &amp; RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY SWAG BAG UPON ARRIVAL! (While supplies last — swag bag items provided by select vendors.)
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✨ Experience a Day of Wellness &amp; Connection ✨ Enjoy a variety of immersive experiences throughout the expo, including:
🔮 Group Readings by Sophia Marotta, NY Medium 💃 Dance Lessons with Gina from Ignite Mind Body Soul 🎶 Sound Bath by Kate from Vibe Sessions with Kate 🦋 EFT Tapping Workshop with Meryl Haytonand more experiences to follow…
🌿 Plus explore: Reiki • Tarot • Crystals • Organic Beauty &amp; so much more!
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This is an immersive wellness experience designed to nourish your mind, body &amp; soul — with interactive sessions happening throughout the event. (Experiences are part of the expo and not included in the swag bag - they are offered à la carte)
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✨ Tap the link below to secure your spot today:
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Local Event: Spring Health & Wellness Expo

Spring Health & Wellness Expo

BLOSSOM INTO BALANCE ✨ Spring Health & Wellness Expo
May 17th | 12–4 PM
🌸 BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW & RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY SWAG...

The Atlantic Highlands Yacht Club (AHYC) invites the community to experience the thrill of sailing with its Adult Sailing Lessons and Youth Keelboat Sailing Program, offering hands-on instruction, teamwork, and unforgettable time on the water in Atlantic Highlands Harbor and Sandy Hook Bay.
<h3>Adult Sailing Lessons Now Open</h3>
Designed for beginners and those looking to build confidence on the water, AHYC’s Adult Sailing Program provides a comprehensive introduction to sailing led by U.S. Sailing-certified instructors.
Participants begin with on-land instruction, learning the fundamentals of sailing and hands-on rigging of the Flying Scot, a stable and comfortable 19-foot sailboat ideal for both leisure and racing. As skills develop, sailors may also have the opportunity to sail larger vessels, including a BluSail 24’ and a Peterson 34’.
<h3>Youth Keelboat Sailing Program Builds Skills and Confidence</h3>
<a href="https://www.regattanetwork.com/clubmgmt/applet_registration_form.php?regatta_id=31110" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">AHYC’s Keelboat Youth Sailing Program,</a> June 8 - August 10, 2026,&nbsp;offers a dynamic summer-long experience for young sailors ages 12–18, combining sailing instruction with leadership development and competitive racing.
Participants will:
<ul><li>Learn to operate and sail a keelboat as part of a team</li><li>Build navigation, communication, and teamwork skills</li><li>Compete in local regattas and races, often alongside adult crews</li><li>Gain experience managing a vessel with guidance from qualified chaperones</li></ul>
While safety is always prioritized, students take an active leadership role on the boats, developing independence and confidence on the water.

Local Event: Set Sail This Season: Adult and Youth Sailing Programs Launch at Atlantic Highlands Yacht Club

Set Sail This Season: Adult and Youth Sailing...

The Atlantic Highlands Yacht Club (AHYC) invites the community to experience the thrill of sailing with its Adult Sailing...

Set Sail This Season: Adult and Youth Sailing Programs Launch at Atlantic Highlands Yacht Club

Jersey Pickleball Club at Bell Works

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Local Event: Pickleball For A Purpose!

Pickleball For A Purpose!

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Huntington Learning Center in Middletown is enrolling students for summer 2026!
Choose 2 days a week at 90 minutes or more. Flexible scheduling.
Early bird enrollment by May 30th get 2 hours free. 
Minimum instructional plan starts at 20 hours per subject:&nbsp;math, reading, writing or study skills. All instruction is personalized to student needs.
See flyer for details. Recommend initial benchmark testing for $100.00. Call our call center at 732-671-0200 to speak with our education professionals, or call us direct at 732-671-1104. Walk ins welcome!

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Huntington Learning Center in Middletown is enrolling students for summer 2026!...

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