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.

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

Local real estate updates for Manalapan & nearby towns.

RE/MAX Central

Rosemary DiPasquale is a top-producing real estate professional serving Manalapan, Marlboro, Freehold, and surrounding Monmouth County communities, as well as parts of Middlesex County. With over 24 years of experience, she is known for her in-depth local market knowledge, personalized service, and consistent results. Rosemary works directly with every client, providing guidance, strategy, and support from start to finish. If you’re thinking about buying or selling, she would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Sara Winick

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Rosemary DiPasquale is a top-producing real estate professional serving Manalapan, Marlboro, Freehold, and surrounding Monmouth County communities,...

5 Star Mediterranean & Turkish experience in NJ

Marmara Mediterranean Cuisine

From casual luncheons to elegant dinners, our restaurant brings people together around food, belly dancing and jazz that feels both comforting and elevated. Whether it's a family celebration, a corporate meeting, a special milestone, or just a casual night out, we'll help you create an experience filled with warmth, tradition, and authentic Mediterranean flavors and outstanding service.

Karen Wall

Howell

From casual luncheons to elegant dinners, our restaurant brings people together around food, belly dancing and jazz that feels both comforting and...

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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...

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.

Our journey proves that redemption and determination can break barriers. Once facing charges for the very plant now fueling an industry, our...

Parents....Get Your Vacation Time Back with Epic Dayz!

Epic Dayz 

During the school year there are random days off where finding coverage is a scramble or parents are forced to take the day off. We are here to help by taking the children on an Epic Dayz adventure and freeing up those precious vacation days! Epic Dayz offers an exciting day of adventure and travel for children in grades 2 through 7. It's an Epic Dayz experience for kids and an EZ solution for parents who are looking for engaging activities and programs for their children when school is not in session. ***Registration Live*** Limited Space Available *** Save yourself the time, headache, and (most importantly) your vacation days with Epic Dayz! Make every day count for each child and give them an adventure they will love. In the meantime, you get your vacation days back so everyone wins! With transportation, activities, and meals taken care of, you can worry less while getting more! Book now to secure your spot for the season! www.epicdayznj.com/adventure-registration ***Registration Live*** Limited Space Available *** Questions? Comments? Concerns? Contact: info@epicdayzinc.com

During the school year there are random days off where finding coverage is a scramble or parents are forced to take the day off. We are here to...

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...

All ages and genders are welcome at these enjoyable and instructive meetings. Participants are asked to bring their own needles and an open mind. Coordinated by Sarita Pathak. (Meetings are held on the first and third Thursday of every month.)

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Colts Neck High School Auditorium

Celebrate 250 Years of American Music with The Colts Neck Community Band. This patriotic performance includes iconic selections from John Philip Sousa, Leonard Bernstein, Robert Sheldon and Broadway favorites. Enjoy a featured vocal soloist and a special performance by Euphonium soloist Brad Gates. Admission is free, though donations are graciously appreciated to support community music.

Local Event: The Colts Neck Community Band Spring Concert

The Colts Neck Community Band Spring Concert

Celebrate 250 Years of American Music with The Colts Neck Community Band. This patriotic performance includes iconic selections...

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

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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

Manasquan-Belmar

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...

St. Rose of Lima School

FREEHOLD, N.J. — Victory Pro Wrestling will make its debut in Freehold on Saturday, May 9, as the Long Island based promotion presents Orcamania at St. Rose of Lima School. The event will feature a night of hard-hitting, family friendly professional wrestling while raising funds for the Orcas Baseball Club.
Fans can expect an exciting lineup of matches featuring some of the top competitors from Victory Pro Wrestling. Several championship level talents will be in action as the promotion brings its high energy brand of entertainment to the Freehold community for the first time.
One of the featured bouts will see VPW Tag Team Champions Security Inc defend their reputation against the dangerous duo of Misery Inc. 
Another major matchup will showcase VPW New York State Champion Rex Lawless as he faces The Powerful One Ken Powers. Lawless has built his title reign on grit and resilience, while Powers brings incredible strength and momentum into the contest.
The women’s division will also be represented in a compelling matchup as Tomorrow’s Hope Becca Wiley squares off with VPW Women’s Champion Tiphani Grady. Wiley continues to rise through the ranks, while Grady looks to demonstrate why she stands at the top of the division.
Additional matches scheduled include Mante Chica battling Los Toxicos and a unique clash between Azure and The God of Dad Bod.
The event will also feature appearances from El Terrifico, Bobby Buffet, Dr. James Parker and Vincent Michael.
Orcamania will take place inside the gymnasium at St. Rose of Lima School, part of the St. Rose Family Life Center. The venue, which features a full size court and stage, has hosted numerous athletic and community events over the years.
Food and drinks will be available during the event. Raffles and auctions will also be held to help raise money for the Orcas Baseball Club, a community focused travel baseball organization serving youth players throughout the Freehold and Howell area.
Tickets start at $20 and are available online at VictoryProWrestling.com.

Local Event: Victory Pro Wrestling Brings Hard-Hitting Action to Freehold with “Orcamania” Fundraiser

Victory Pro Wrestling Brings Hard-Hitting...

FREEHOLD, N.J. — Victory Pro Wrestling will make its debut in Freehold on Saturday, May 9, as the Long Island based promotion...

Victory Pro Wrestling Brings Hard-Hitting Action to Freehold with “Orcamania” Fundraiser

Man Shot In The Face During Chase Through...

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Rumson-Fair Haven

$500K To Benefit Survivors Of Domestic Violence...

The funds were raised at 180 Turning Lives Around’s annual gala, which took place in late April at the Rumson Country Club.

$500K To Benefit Survivors Of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault In Monmouth County

Community Corner

🌱 Patch AM: $102K Grant Will Help Clean Up...

Also, don’t miss The Colts Neck Community Band Spring Concert on the Manalapan Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: $102K Grant Will Help Clean Up Manalapan Township

$102K Grant Will Help Clean Up Manalapan Township

The Clean Communities Grant will educate residents about the environmental harms of littering, set up volunteer litter cleanups and more.

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Fraud, Harassment, Simple Assault: Manalapan...

Manalapan Police reported five incidents of fraud from April 22 through April 28.

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