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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...

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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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Asbury Park

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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.

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Here's your guide to celebrating Halloween in Holmdel and Hazlet.Local events:<ul><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/hazlet-hold-halloween-contests-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hazlet To Hold Halloween Contests</a></li><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/holmdel-first-aid-squad-hold-free-halloween-event-children-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Holmdel First Aid Squad To Hold Free Halloween Event For Children</a></li></ul>Last-minute planning:<ul><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/top-halloween-costumes-entire-family-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Top Halloween Costumes for the Entire Family</a></li><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/top-5-pumpkin-patches-holmdel-hazlet-area-yelp-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Top 5 Pumpkin Patches In The Holmdel-Hazlet Area: Yelp</a></li></ul>More information:<ul><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/how-much-do-you-plan-spend-halloween-year-holmdel-hazlet-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How Much Do You Plan to Spend on Halloween This Year, Holmdel And Hazlet?</a></li><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/halloween-dwi-patrols-bayshore-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Halloween DWI Patrols In The Bayshore</a></li></ul>And if your little ones wind up with too much of the sweet stuff:<ul><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/halloween-candy-buy-back-lincroft-benefit-our-active-duty-heroes-oversea-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Halloween Candy Buy Back in Lincroft to Benefit Our Active Duty Heroes overseas</a></li></ul>

Here’s your guide to celebrating Halloween in Holmdel and Hazlet.

Local events:<ul><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/hazlet-hold-halloween-contests-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hazlet To Hold Halloween Contests</a></li><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/holmdel-first-aid-squad-hold-free-halloween-event-children-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Holmdel First Aid Squad To Hold Free Halloween Event For Children</a></li></ul>Last-minute planning:

<ul><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/top-halloween-costumes-entire-family-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Top Halloween Costumes for the Entire Family</a></li><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/top-5-pumpkin-patches-holmdel-hazlet-area-yelp-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Top 5 Pumpkin Patches In The Holmdel-Hazlet Area: Yelp</a></li></ul>More information:<ul><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/how-much-do-you-plan-spend-halloween-year-holmdel-hazlet-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How Much Do You Plan to Spend on Halloween This Year, Holmdel And Hazlet?</a></li><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/halloween-dwi-patrols-bayshore-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Halloween DWI Patrols In The Bayshore</a></li></ul>And if your little ones wind up with too much of the sweet stuff:

<ul><li><a href="https://patch.com/new-jersey/holmdel-hazlet/halloween-candy-buy-back-lincroft-benefit-our-active-duty-heroes-oversea-0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Halloween Candy Buy Back in Lincroft to Benefit Our Active Duty Heroes overseas</a></li></ul>

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Here's some information to help you celebrate Halloween in Holmdel and Hazlet.

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Get Ready for a Fun Filled night while helping us continue to save animals in need!!SPONSORS NEEDED!Looking for a great way to give your business some exposure while supporting an amazing cause? Become a Barks &amp; Boos sponsor! Our sponsorship link is below with additional details and opportunities.
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<a href="https://go.rallyup.com/2026tickets?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFrbThSSXFReHRmcjIxUUN4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHn1_oQdTn9D1RQycSY3tB_1q9MPC5OJg6473jCFRW-o8l__ajr_byI_UQwv__aem_wtnlcN2Qz6_pY44_TsQ3YA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>We have a great night planned, including:
- Buffet dinner &amp; dessert table
- Gift basket auction (LGCCC Registration #290-5-44561, Lic <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/rl?__cft__[0]=AZjUuENrBUhELWfS0DOlv2E4EvoJw7owL20HhWdW_HyW7CgBASa4aOAUlLWDm8nNLB1a8uNW5VCNnHMkKpZDtlBx1rl745LsZrlA5VtgISxiWFHj8TzKeZ6EqNynU5uCnUrgoc6HnDk&amp;__tn__=*NK-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#RL</a>-810*)
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- Special vendors
- Photo op
- An Adoptable Dog Spotlight Zone featuring photos and information about some of our dogs still waiting for their forever homes
And a few of our 3 Hearts 4 Paws dogs will be there during the early part of the evening to greet you!Come eat, laugh, have some fun, meet some adorable pups, and help us continue saving lives.
October 15 | A Salute | Matawan, NJ | 5:30-9:00PM
 Must be 18 or older to participate in raffles. Tickets sold only at the event. If gambling is a problem for you or someone in your family, Dial 1-800-GAMBLER.

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