Brookdale Community College

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Visit St. Vincent de Paul Church in Bayonne and experience a unique opportunity to be awed by the genius of Dublin-born, world-class master stained-glass craftsman, Harry Clarke. 
Discover forty stained glass windows designed during Ireland's Cultural Revival at the turn of the century by the celebrated Irish artist. 
Fabricated in jewel-toned glass in his Dublin studio, the windows incorporate exquisite details inspired by Celtic imagery, Art Deco and Art Nouveau motifs, depicting saints, angels, Biblical events, and American and Irish history – one of the finest examples of his work outside Ireland. 
Enjoy lunch and lively conversation at Hailey’s Harp &amp; Pub.
Thursday, Oct 15 │ 9:45 am–4:45 pm │ Code: XTRVY 345 │ $185, includes lunch.&nbsp;Bus leaves from Parking Lot 1, Lincroft Campus
Questions? Call 732-224-2315

Local Event: Day Trip to Visit Stained-Glass Windows by Irish Artist

Monmouth County

Manasquan-Belmar

New Jersey

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Borough of Belmar Taylor Pavilion

BELMAR, NJ – The Belmar Public Library invites readers of all ages to a special literary event featuring over forty authors, including bestselling mother-daughter authors Caridad Piñeiro and Samantha Ann on October 17 from Noon to 4 p.m. at Taylor Pavilion in Belmar.
This unique event offers the community an opportunity to meet many local authors as well as these two accomplished New Jersey authors whose successful writing careers span multiple genres and generations. Attendees will have the chance to chat with the authors, learn about their creative journeys, purchase books, and have copies personally signed.
Caridad Piñeiro is a New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of romantic suspense, contemporary romance, and paranormal fiction. With nearly two million books sold worldwide, she has captivated readers with her gripping K-9 romantic suspense novels, emotional love stories, and unforgettable characters. A longtime advocate for writers, Piñeiro is a founding member of Liberty States Fiction Writers and a frequent presenter at national writing conferences.
Joining her is daughter Samantha Ann, a New Jersey author whose love of storytelling began in elementary school and grew into a successful writing and online teaching career. Samantha is the creator of the popular Korean from Context website and author of the novels Seoul Searching, Matching Set, and The Idolized Series. Her innovative approach to learning Korean was featured on the Forbes blog, and she has built a devoted audience of more than 20,000 followers on TikTok through creative book promotion and engaging content.
While the two authors write in different genres and appeal to different audiences, they share a passion for storytelling, a love of connecting with readers, and an inspiring family legacy of creativity.
Event Details
📅 Date:
October 17 
⏰ Time: Noon to 4:00 p.m. 
📍 Location: Taylor Pavilion, Belmar, NJ 
🎟️ Admission:
Free and open to the public
Readers, aspiring writers, and anyone who loves books are encouraged to attend this special afternoon with two of New Jersey's most engaging authors and many other local Jersey authors.
For additional information, please contact the Belmar Public Library.
About Caridad Piñeiro
Caridad Piñeiro is a New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author whose novels span romantic suspense, contemporary romance, and paranormal fiction. With nearly two million books sold worldwide, she continues to delight readers around the globe with compelling stories filled with romance, suspense, and heart.
About Samantha Ann
Samantha Ann is a New Jersey author, educator, and content creator. She is the founder of Korean from Context and the author of Seoul Searching, Matching Set, and Her Ult. Through her writing and online platforms, she combines storytelling, language learning, and social media outreach to connect with readers around the world.

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Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room

Enjoy a five-course Harvest Victorian Tea and an overnight stay minutes away from the Jersey Shore.The five course Harvest Victorian Tea includes a seasonal salad, a choice of soup, a warm scone with clotted cream, lemon curd, &amp; preserves, a variety of tea sandwiches, a plate of desserts and full pot of gourmet tea per person. Live music, self guided tours and complimentary champagne on the weekends. Seating times at 11 AM and 3 PM on the weekends. Seating times mid-week are on the hour starting at 11 AM.Gluten Free options, Vegan and Vegetarian are available for the full teatime with 24 hours advanced notice. Please mention any dietary restrictions at the time of booking your reservation. The Mathis House is a pre-paid reservation. Cancellations with 24 hour notice will be issued a credit that may be used for up to two years. Call 732-818-7580 for more information or book your reservation on RESY at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mathishouse600main.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE3Qm5DSmtTa0xuUmIwRlJMc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnguBi2pZ7YAUflfDZ1QaWsWPiyh4Xf0HntKXhOZCAWAD87_oR6IfLPmZUzx_aem_ZQLNoIfw14yw__H2Sdg_uw&amp;h=AUBEmx4uzYcRA4xQYSq2dG5DAJMGF3-t1t974TuxJzInVLMNlDViiSBfS5Z4NkvsFPogbjyWtoFDHAwpNigWZy-BswGP08_Q95Kz1GQ3nk-VzWlPjO4CqXICBoWTJM5RQNs8lZNyZ3j6afk46JeiH4mWZMabxw&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUBzh9YGHW1Lpnx4dhGmgOW-wuz7WV2Qxyb5E5bATa6EKqSHN-MWRJGKqxQDEfv8k6FKUOffHXHkIzmG3CsDAU0tRlaJoEUttUyU8XgY_kqq6NdQ7yRN6Q8rHxjIM2wvZdNdrkB-ycAjmNOuXyFRSeb1NQWZbBQk8pM" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.mathishouse600main.com.</a> Located at 600 Main Street in Downtown Toms River.

Local Event: Harvest Victorian Afternoon Tea

Ocean County

Toms River

Harvest Victorian Afternoon Tea

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Columns

Join us for an inspiring community event featuring live music by The Pat Roddy Band, The Joe Baracata Band, and Afterburn to support SSADH research. Tickets are $35 at the door and guests can enjoy delicious food, drink specials, and an endless gift auction.

Local Event: Wave of Hope for SSADH Grand 15th Annual Benefit

Avon-by-the-Sea

Wave of Hope for SSADH Grand 15th Annual Benefit

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BE BOLD. BE CURIOUS. BE BROOKDALE.Fall Open House Sunday, October 25 | 1–3:30 p.m.Discover 68+ programs, 50+ transfer partnerships, dual admission opportunities, and pathways to colleges and universities across the country. Tour Brookdale’s scenic campus, meet faculty, and explore financial aid, scholarships, and resources designed to help you succeed.See where Brookdale can take you.RSVP today at <a href="https://brookdalecc.edu/openhouse" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">brookdalecc.edu/openhouse</a>

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Brookdale Community College Fall Open House

BE BOLD. BE CURIOUS. BE BROOKDALE.Fall Open House Sunday, October 25 | 1–3:30 p.m.Discover 68+ programs, 50+ transfer...

Rutgers University–New Brunswick

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Registration now open for a new ONLINE lifelong learning course presented by Rutgers University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI-RU). Click link for detailed information and to register.
In Ireland, the supernatural has always been central to the tradition of storytelling. Otherworldly themes materialize in the works of Anglo-Irish writers like Lord Dunsany, Rosa Mulholland, and Sheridan Le Fanu, whose work set a foundation for future generations of fantasy writers.
In this 3-session course, read and discuss spine-tingling tales of poltergeists, haunted castles, supernatural experiences and ancient curses. Perfect for readers who enjoy a touch of the uncanny and want to uncover Ireland’s spooky legacy. Stories will be emailed to you each week.

Local Event: ONLINE Course: Spooky Stories by Irish Writers

ONLINE Course: Spooky Stories by Irish Writers

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Southard Grange

We are thrilled to have partnered with the Midnight Society for the Paranormal Research Please join us on Friday, Oct 30th at 6pm For a night of paranormal revelations! and find out what truly “lies beneath” our 160 yr old Southard Grange building! Tickets are $10.00 each Reservations: 732 915 7238 
or email: southard218@gmail.com

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Midnight Society For The Paranormal Research @ the Southard Grange in Howell

Brookdale Performing Arts Center

Ideas have the power to spark conversation, create connections, and inspire change.
TEDxBrookdale returns this December with “Sparks, Vibes, and Surprising Connections that Ignite,” bringing together six dynamic speakers to explore ideas at the intersection of creativity, technology, community, leadership, and the human experience.
Meet the Speakers:
<ul><li><a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/joel-simpson/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Joel Simpson</a> Feeling at Home in the Wilderness An exploration of how people find patterns, meaning, and connection in the natural world.</li></ul>
<ul><li><a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/shanda-mcmanus/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Shanda McManus</a> The Nuclear Power of Grief A powerful look at grief, memory, healing, and the transformative power of storytelling.</li></ul>
<ul><li><a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/paola-benitez/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Paola Benitez</a> From Unaccompanied Migrant Child to Changemaker An inspiring story of how lived experience can become a catalyst for leadership, advocacy, and meaningful change.</li></ul>
<ul><li><a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/morissa-schwartz/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Morissa Schwartz</a> The Human Algorithm: What AI Taught Me About Being Human A thought-provoking exploration of what artificial intelligence can reveal about humanity.</li></ul>
<ul><li><a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/angela-kariotis/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Angela Kariotis</a> Everyone Needs To Be An Artist Today A fresh perspective on the artist as public servant and how creativity, deep listening, empathy, and collaboration can help build stronger communities and shape the future of leadership.</li></ul>
<ul><li><a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/pac/tedx-brookdale-community-college/2026-tedx/ed-johnson/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ed Johnson</a> Community, Civic Leadership and the Power of Connection An exploration of the power of bringing people together to create opportunity and meaningful progress.</li></ul>
Be Part of TEDxBrookdale
Community members, businesses, and organizations are invited to be part of an afternoon devoted to ideas, inspiration, and connection.
<a href="https://brookdalepac.ludus.com/show_page.php?show_id=200531721" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purchase tickets here</a>&nbsp;and experience TEDxBrookdale live
Become a sponsor and help bring ideas worth sharing to the community. Need more information? Please call us at <a href="tel:(732)%20224-2411" target="_blank">732-224-2411</a>.
Join the conversation and be part of the connections that ignite what comes next.

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Sara Winick

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Brick

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Be Supported, Be Successful, and Be Brookdale

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.

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

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The NJ Paddock Car Storage Facility INSURED

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Saturday, October 17

Belmar Public Library Welcomes Bestselling Mother-Daughter Authors to Taylor Pavilion

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12:00 PM

Borough of Belmar Taylor Pavilion, 500 Ocean Ave N, Belmar, NJ

Saturday, October 24

Harvest Victorian Afternoon Tea

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24

11:00 AM

Mathis House a Victorian Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room, 600 Main St, Toms River, NJ

Sunday, October 25

Wave of Hope for SSADH Grand 15th Annual Benefit

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25

12:00 PM

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The NJ Paddock Car Storage Facility INSURED