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.

Monmouth County

Carly Baldwin

New York City Metropolitan Area

Little Silver-Oceanport

New Jersey

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...

Spring/Summer Session Registration Opens 3/30!

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 May. Located at The Riverwalk Center in Oceanport, NJ we hope you come dance with us! Spring and Summer Registration opens THIS Monday 3/30. 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...

Early Morning & Late Night DEALS! 25% OFF Sale

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.

Monmouth

Englishtown

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

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.

Asbury Park

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

Now accepting Spring and Annual Storage reservations 

The NJ Paddock Car Storage Facility

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

Wall

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.

Red Bank-Shrewsbury

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

Runaway Rapids announces their Special Slide All Day pass for  Tuesday, Sept. 3 Wednesday, Sept. 4 Thursday, Sept. 5 We'll be open from 11am-4pm.  Slide all day for only $16.95. For more information visit:  <a href="http://www.keansburgamusementpark.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.keansburgamusementpark.com</a>

Last Week of Summer at Runaway Rapids

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Brookdale Performing Arts Center

COMPANY – THE MUSICAL An Intimate, In-the-Round Experience Tickets: Just $20
Join us for Stephen Sondheim’s Company—performed in an immersive, in-the-round setting where it feels like you’re a guest at Bobby’s birthday party. This intimate staging pulls the audience into the heart of the celebration, surrounding you with music, laughter, and the beautifully messy moments of modern relationships.
Follow Bobby as he navigates the ups and downs of commitment, friendship, and connection, guided (and pressured!) by his well-meaning married friends and a trio of charming girlfriends. With iconic songs including “Being Alive,” “Side by Side by Side,” and “The Ladies Who Lunch,” this production brings Sondheim’s wit and warmth closer than ever before.
Limited seating. Immersive atmosphere. An unforgettable night at Bobby’s party. Grab your $20 tickets today!<a href="https://brookdalepac.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200511391" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purchase tickets here</a>Please call if you need handicapped seating:&nbsp;732-224-24112026 Show Dates:
<ul><li>Friday, April 10, 2026 7:00 PM</li><li>Saturday, April 11, 2026 2:00 PM</li><li>Saturday, April 11, 2026 7:00 PM</li><li>Sunday, April 12, 2026 2:00 PM</li><li>Friday, April 17, 2026 7:00 PM</li><li>Saturday, April 18, 2026 2:00 PM</li><li>Saturday, April 18, 2026 7:00 PM</li><li>Sunday, April 19, 2026 2:00 PM</li><li>Friday, April 24, 2026 7:00 PM</li><li>Saturday, April 25, 2026 2:00 PM</li><li>Saturday, April 25, 2026 7:00 PM</li><li>Sunday, April 26, 2026 2:00 PM</li></ul>

Local Event: Company The Musical - April 24, 25, 26

Company The Musical - April 24, 25, 26

COMPANY – THE MUSICAL An Intimate, In-the-Round Experience Tickets: Just $20
Join us for Stephen Sondheim’s Company—performed...

Do you hate exercising alone? Do you need motivation to get healthy and fit? Come join us! Our class is FUN, designed for ALL levels, and open to everyone. Classes are held at 5:45pm-6:45pm in Euphemia Hall, St. Mary's school gym. This class runs for 10 weeks, and you can join for one night (Mondays) or two nights (Mondays and Thursdays). The cost is $150 for one night or $300 for both nights. Please contact Francesca at 732-539-4971 for further information.

Local Event: Functional Training Class

Functional Training Class

Do you hate exercising alone? Do you need motivation to get healthy and fit? Come join us! Our class is FUN, designed for ALL...

Warner Student Life Center

Speaker: Samuel Ratcliff, Cape Shore Operations Manager, Rutgers University, Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory
Mr. Ratcliff will talk about the production and evaluation of Rutgers’ disease-resistant oyster lines, the production of tetraploid lines and other experimental crosses in support of genomic research and genomic selection, and the coastal environment benefits of aquaculture.
The Rutgers Cape Shore Laboratory is a New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station and a field station located on the shore of Delaware Bay in Cape May, NJ. Laboratory facilities at the site include two hatcheries with 3000 sq. ft. of quarantine hatchery. The lab provides summer paid internships for students.

Samuel Ratcliff is the Operations Manager &amp; Researcher at Rutgers University Cape Shore Laboratory in Cape May, NJ. He has worked with a wide range of species, from finfish and ornamental crustaceans to bivalves, which shaped his passion for sustainable aquaculture and coastal ecology, deepening his appreciation for the complexity of marine systems and the importance of hands-on research. He manages the Rutgers Cape Shore Laboratory, where he combines his scientific background with fieldwork, mentoring, and coordinating projects that support both research and the commercial sector of shellfish aquaculture in New Jersey.
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Science Mondays Free events in partnership with the Sierra Club.
All events start at 6:30pm at Brookdale Community College, parking lot 7 off Arena Drive, Warner Student Life Center, lower level.
For more information: <a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/academic-institutes-and-departments/stem-institute-2/science-monday-events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.brookdalecc.edu/academic-institutes-and-departments/stem-institute-2/science-monday-events/</a>

Local Event: Oyster Breeding Program at the Rutgers Cape Shore Laboratory

Oyster Breeding Program at the Rutgers Cape...

Speaker: Samuel Ratcliff, Cape Shore Operations Manager, Rutgers University, Haskin Shellfish Research Laboratory
Mr. Ratcliff...

Oyster Breeding Program at the Rutgers Cape Shore Laboratory

Webinar

This free webinar is designed to help teach children and youth how to ride e-bikes safely and responsibly. Led by Pediatric Injury Prevention experts, participants will understand the components of a high-quality e-bike, be informed on relevant laws, and learn how to teach children to ride properly. The session is approximately 45 minutes and will include a question and answer portion. KEY TAKEAWAYS: <ul><li>Understand E-Bike Safety Regulations and NJ state law</li><li>Learn ways to help your child ride safe and stay safe</li></ul>
Participants are encouraged to submit questions for the discussion. Questions submitted will be presented anonymously. Register for the webinar <a href="https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/event/de2089a1-ab64-4ea3-8f1a-989905eaf4bd/summary?utm_source=Event&amp;utm_medium=E-Bike-Safety-Webinar&amp;utm_campaign=Patch-RMC-April-event&amp;utm_id=Patch-RMC-April-Event" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>!

Local Event: E-Bikes: What You Need to Know

E-Bikes: What You Need to Know

This free webinar is designed to help teach children and youth how to ride e-bikes safely and responsibly. Led by Pediatric...

The Cabaret Café: Broadway Night Step into a night of glitz, glamour, and unforgettable Broadway magic at Brookdale Performing Arts Center! From heart-stopping ballads to show-stopping hits, experience the songs you love performed live around the piano in an intimate, elegant cabaret setting. Sip on some signature drinks, and let the music sweep you away at your cozy cocktail table.&nbsp;
May 2nd at 7 PM — Broadway comes alive at the Cabaret Café!&nbsp;
$25/ticket (plus a small ticket fee) includes assorted non alcoholic drinks. &nbsp;Tickets are limited!&nbsp;
<a href="https://brookdalepac.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200511646" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purchase tickets here</a>

Local Event: The Cabaret Cafe: Broadway Night

The Cabaret Cafe: Broadway Night

The Cabaret Café: Broadway Night  Step into a night of glitz, glamour, and unforgettable Broadway magic at Brookdale Performing...

Join us for a night of Travel Inspiration hosted by Cheryl Cassie of Cruise Planners &amp; Wendy from Viking Cruises.
Experience the World Differently - the Viking Way
Learn about small ship sailing on river, ocean &amp; expedition voyages. Discover destinations and itineraries as well as what it is like to sail on these amazing ships. Get your questions answered and see if Viking is the right fit for your travel needs, while enjoying a beverage of choice and snacks. 
There will be SPECIAL booking incentives, giveaways and more! If you have ever wondered about sailing on Viking, now is your chance to learn more from the EXPERTS!
MUST RSVP for this FREE event! LIMITED seating.&nbsp; &nbsp;
<a href="https://www.worldtoexploretravel.com/PATCH" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">click HERE to RSVP</a>
<a href="https://www.worldtoexploretravel.com/PATCH" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.worldtoexploretravel.com/PATCH</a>
Two Sessions to choose from&nbsp; 2:30 - 4:30pm&nbsp; OR&nbsp; 6:00 - 8:00pm
 RSVP today - click on the link, scan the QR code, call 732-966-6714 or email Cheryl.Cassie@CruisePlanners.com

Local Event: FREE! Viking Cruise & Cruise Planners Sip and Sail Event at Two River Theater

FREE! Viking Cruise & Cruise Planners Sip and...


Join us for a night of Travel Inspiration hosted by Cheryl Cassie of Cruise Planners & Wendy from Viking Cruises.
Experience...

FREE! Viking Cruise & Cruise Planners Sip and Sail Event at Two River Theater

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...

Start/Finish at Atlantic Highlands Municipal Harbor Parking Area, Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Vintage Cruisers Star at the 2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Draft Derby
Atlantic Highlands, NJ (April 2026) — On Saturday, May 16, 2026, the Henry Hudson Trail will host the 2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Derby, a fun, relaxed charity ride for vintage beach cruisers and single-speed bikes only.
Riders will enjoy a scenic 17-mile out-and-back cruise with three donut stops. Every donut eaten earns a 30-second time credit.
Every participant receives a free event T-shirt and free electric bike bell.
Awards include 1st–3rd Place (donut-adjusted time), Most Donuts Eaten, and Oldest Bike.
All proceeds benefit Ride to Remember Inc a 501(3)(c) charity, supporting caregivers impacted by dementia.
Gracefully hosted by Monmouth County Park System. Sponsored by Highlander Bicycle Co., DDJ Management Inc — Dunkin’ of Atlantic Highlands, and additional local partners.
Limited to 100 riders (ages 20+).

Local Event: 2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Derby

2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Derby

Vintage Cruisers Star at the 2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Draft Derby
Atlantic Highlands, NJ (April 2026) — On Saturday, May...

See What Monmouth County Parks Have Planned...

See What Monmouth County Parks Have Planned This May

Kids & Family 

Monmouth County 7th Graders Asked To Name A...

Any Monmouth seventh grader can submit a name for the superhero, along with a letter explaining their choice and why recycling is important.

Monmouth County 7th Graders Asked To Name A Recycling Superhero

Ocean County

Toms River

Illegal Marijuana Vending Machines Earned $20K...

Detectives seized 80 Barbwire vending machines across New Jersey and have charged a Toms River man, prosecutors said. 

Illegal Marijuana Vending Machines Earned $20K Per Day For NJ Man, Prosecutor Says

Crime & Safety

Morris County

Montville

NJ Makes History With Autonomous Drone Pizza...

xPizzaDay's showcase marked the first drone pizza delivery in the northeast, organizers said. 

NJ Makes History With Autonomous Drone Pizza Delivery: See Video

Business

'A Weekend In Old Monmouth' May 2, 3: Free...

The public can visit and tour 59 historic Monmouth County sites that will be open May 2 and 3.

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