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...

Douglas Elliman Luxury Real Estate by Danielle Lacko Team

A waterfront resident of Monmouth County NJ—near the highly anticipated Netflix Studios development, Danielle offers firsthand local knowledge and lifestyle insight that extends far beyond the transaction. Her expertise spans oceanfront estates, waterfront homes, luxury condos, and high-value investment properties across the most desirable New Jersey Shore towns. Backed by one of the world’s leading luxury brokerages, Danielle combines hyper-local market expertise with the global reach and metropolitan access of Douglas Elliman—delivering elevated service, strategic marketing, and exceptional results for buyers, sellers, and investors alike. Her area of focus is from Monmouth Beach to Mantoloking, Rumson to Short Hills, And-across the Manhattan Skyline.

Carly Baldwin

Little Silver-Oceanport

Douglas Elliman Luxury Real Estate by Danielle...

A waterfront resident of Monmouth County NJ—near the highly anticipated Netflix Studios development, Danielle offers firsthand local knowledge and...

Opening for Summer/Fall Season on Saturday May 2nd, 2026

4JG's Orchards & Vineyards, LLC.

Picturesque, family-owned winery with fun wine tastings in a beautiful and historic farm setting.  Known for its award-winning wines made from grapes grown on site.  Sample our wines and enjoy a glass while walking through the vineyards.  During the holiday season, it becomes a spectacular you pick, we cut Christmas tree farm.  

Sara Winick

Marlboro-Coltsneck

Picturesque, family-owned winery with fun wine tastings in a beautiful and historic farm setting. Known for its award-winning wines made from...

Kick Oceanport

Kick studios is a renowned dance and performing arts school with 25-years of experience educating young performers through comprehensive programing for all ages and levels. Our mission at Kick is to build strong, creative, confident students while emphasizing a strong connection to community and each other. We are excited to announce that we are opening a BRAND NEW location in Oceanport this June. Located at The Riverwalk Center in Oceanport, NJ we hope you come dance with us! Summer Registration NOW opened. Check us out, and experience the magic of Kick Performing Arts Studio!  

Kick studios is a renowned dance and performing arts school with 25-years of experience educating young performers through comprehensive programing...

Concierge Real Estate in Rumson / Fair Haven: Sell Smarter

Katherine "Kate" Raftery

Rumson and Fair Haven Listing Agent | Concierge Real Estate to Maximize Your Home Value If you’re thinking about selling your home in Rumson or Fair Haven, strategy matters. Northern Monmouth County buyers move quickly — and they pay a premium for homes that feel updated, well-maintained, and truly move-in ready. The right preparation directly impacts your sale price, days on market, and negotiating power. As a top local Rumson and Fair Haven listing agent, I offer a concierge real estate approach designed to maximize your home’s value before it ever hits the MLS. That means: Coordinating clean-outs (basements, attics, garages) Managing repairs and smart cosmetic updates Overseeing vendor timelines Strategic staging designed to attract stronger offers We focus on improvements that increase your net profit — not random renovations. If a kitchen refresh, bathroom update, lighting upgrade, or exterior improvement is likely to deliver a return in this market, I’ll guide the strategy and manage the process. If it won’t add value? We skip it. You won’t be handed a checklist and left to figure it out. You’ll get a clear, customized plan for selling your home in Rumson, Fair Haven, or Northern Monmouth County — including what to do, what to avoid, projected costs, and expected return. You make the key decisions. I handle the details. If you’re researching how to sell your home in Rumson or Fair Haven, let’s start with a smart plan designed to protect and maximize your home value. Kate Raftery Realtor | Owner NextHome Peninsula Realty Group Rumson &amp; Fair Haven Real Estate Specialist

Rumson-Fair Haven

Rumson and Fair Haven Listing Agent | Concierge Real Estate to Maximize Your Home Value If you’re thinking about selling your home in Rumson or...

Ranney School

Ranney School is a co-educational, college preparatory school for students age 3 through grade 12. Located in Tinton Falls, Ranney provides an exceptional learning environment and rigorous academic program where students are known and valued. Our dedicated and passionate faculty help foster an environment that allows students to find their interests and pursue them, while creating an educational journey that supports each student’s individual path.

Freehold

Ranney School is a co-educational, college preparatory school for students age 3 through grade 12. Located in Tinton Falls, Ranney provides an...

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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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Englishtown

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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The NJ Paddock Car Storage Facility

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

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Physical therapy practice with hundreds of 5 star reviews!

db Ortho PT

db Orthopedic Physical Therapy (db Ortho PT) is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy in Monmouth County with state of the art facilities in Red Bank and Manalapan. We are proud to have hundreds of 5 star reviews with the care delivered by 8 highly skilled Doctors of Physical Therapy and a passionate support staff. Amazing customer service is our mission which is reflected in our patient outcomes. Five of our DPT’s are also Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialists, which no other practice can claim. We also have two clinicians who are Certified in Dry Needling as well as highly equiped facilities with the Alter-g Antigravity Treadmill, Opton Class IV laser, Zimmer Enpulse shockwave, Therm-x vasopneumatic heat and cryotherapy to name a few of our modalities. Experience the Best in Breed at db OrthoPT! Ps- we are not a corporate owned practice controlled by private equity money like many other PT clinics with 40 locations and PT has ownership of the practice.

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db Orthopedic Physical Therapy (db Ortho PT) is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy in Monmouth County with state of the art...

FOODFIT Ultimate Weight Management is hosting Wine Cheese and Weight Loss as a fun event to learn more about how to lose weight and still enjoy life! Eating right doesn't have to be boring or restrictive. FOODFIT believes that as you learn to balance your meals and your life, it gets easier, not harder. Look forward to seeing you there! RSVP by 2/14/12 to <a href="mailto:joy@myfoodfit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">joy@myfoodfit.com</a>

FOODFIT Ultimate Weight Management is hosting Wine Cheese and Weight Loss as a fun event to learn more about how to lose weight and still enjoy life!

Eating right doesn't have to be boring or restrictive. FOODFIT believes that as you learn to balance your meals and your life, it gets easier, not harder. Look forward to seeing you there!

RSVP by 2/14/12 to <a href="mailto:joy@myfoodfit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">joy@myfoodfit.com</a>

Wine Cheese and Weight Loss

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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

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...

Sea Bright, Cecile F. Norton, Community Center

SEA-CON, a fun, affordable, and family-friendly event for comics, toys and nostalgia fans of all ages, takes place Saturday May 9 at the Sea Bright Community Center.&nbsp;
SEA-CON invites attendees to step into a world of imagination and relive childhood memories. The indoor event will feature a vibrant mix of guests, artists, writers, creators, vendors, crafts, cosplay groups, and more.
Visitors can browse a wide selection of comic books spanning the Golden Age to today, along with trading cards, retro and modern toys, collectibles, and handmade crafts. Cosplay enthusiasts and families alike will enjoy interactive experiences with iconic characters including Star Wars heroes, Batman, The Mandalorians, and Power Rangers—complete with photo opportunities and action-packed encounters.
Special guests include Travis Artz, the voice of Hot Rod from Transformers, and Mark Voger, a well-known artist and author, both of whom will be on hand to meet fans and share their work.
Admission is just $3, with free entry for children 10 and under accompanied by a paying adult. Free parking is available for all attendees.
SEA-CON is currently seeking vendors. Those interested in participating are encouraged to bring their own tables and chairs and showcase comic books, trading cards, toys, crafts, or collectibles.
For vendor inquiries, contact <a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">howellmanforyou@aol.com<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" data-rtl-flip="" class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]"><use href="/cdn/assets/sprites-core-97566a9e.svg#304883" fill="currentColor"></use></svg></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate pop culture, connect with fellow fans, and create new memories at SEA-CON in Sea Bright.

Local Event: SEA-CON Toys & Collectibles Show

SEA-CON Toys & Collectibles Show

SEA-CON, a fun, affordable, and family-friendly event for comics, toys and nostalgia fans of all ages, takes place Saturday May...

Bayonet Farm

Join Monmouth Conservation Foundation for our annual Spring for Conservation Family Day event! Proceeds from this beloved community gathering support our efforts to preserve open space throughout Monmouth County.
Spring for Conservation features fun for all ages, including a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, hayrides, arts and crafts, environmental education opportunities, lawn games, craft beer and wine, barbecue, and CRAZEE's ice cream. A guided nature walk will be offered for early birds at 1:00 PM before the event.
Come welcome the warmer weather and support MCF's work to create parks, save open space, and preserve farmland. Learn more and buy tickets on our website: <a href="https://www.monmouthconservation.org/spring?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUWNXVVNYMHVLdWNxSEhtUXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4VMiH6kG0Wnnjtr_X8GQbmhyQHP4CPug0F4Xp8GtK3nLvUqGh9ryfj1_mdeQ_aem_tHeEVZoYqXwxqpSDtHL67w" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.monmouthconservation.org/spring</a>.

Local Event: MCF's Spring for Conservation Family Day Fundraiser

MCF's Spring for Conservation Family Day...

Join Monmouth Conservation Foundation for our annual Spring for Conservation Family Day event! Proceeds from this beloved...

MCF's Spring for Conservation Family Day Fundraiser

Old Bridge Zoning Board Member Who Threatened...

"I am so sorry I didn't get pictures of that truck blocking my driveway for 50 minutes. I was a victim that day," she said Friday.

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Photos From Weekly Anti-Trump Protest On Rt. 35...

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Piscataway Man Stalked Woman From NJ To DE,...

Police say a Piscataway man followed a woman he did not know as she drove to Delaware, and then got into the back of her car and hid.

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