Brookdale Community College

Discover how Ireland is reshaping itself—often in ways that challenge enduring stereotypes and disrupt national narratives.
Using findings from the Census of Ireland&nbsp;2022, this lifelong learning course seeks to explore the ways that Ireland is changing.&nbsp;Drawing on Irish history for comparison, we'll consider what the new, emerging dynamics reveal about shifting values and generational differences.
This course examines a society undergoing profound change and invites participants to discuss potential impacts to “Irishness” and the future of Ireland’s global identity.
LOCATION: In-person at Brookdale's&nbsp;Lincroft Campus DAY / DATES: Wed.-&nbsp;Sep.&nbsp;23, Sep. 30, Oct. 7 (3-sessions) TIMES: 10 am–noon CODE / COST: XIRIG 168 /&nbsp;$89
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Local Event: A NEW Ireland? Reading the Signs of Change

Monmouth County

Manasquan-Belmar

New Jersey

A NEW Ireland? Reading the Signs of Change

Discover how Ireland is reshaping itself—often in ways that challenge enduring stereotypes and disrupt national...

Shoretown Ballpark

Set sail for the ultimate boating experience at the Jersey Shore Boat Sale &amp; Expo.&nbsp; With more than 200 boats on display, new boat lines, a Boater's Marketplace with boating gear and electronics, and the return of live music, this year's show offers even more opportunities to explore the boating lifestyle!Come see what’s new, climb aboard, and get ready for your best boating season yet!

Local Event: Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo

Brielle

Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo

Set sail for the ultimate boating experience at the Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo.  With more than 200 boats on display, new...

Kula Urban Farm

Local Event: Guitar Workshop

Guitar Workshop

Friendly Sons Of-Shillelagh

Historian and author Loretto Leary will present a deeply moving talk, “The Irish Famine Immigrant Experience in the Staten Island Quarantine Station” on Monday, Sep. 28, at 7 p.m. at the Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh, Belmar. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Leary's presentation sheds light on the harrowing transatlantic crossings of Irish emigrants during one of the most devastating periods in Ireland’s history.&nbsp;Far from a simple story of arrival and opportunity, she explores the uncertain, often traumatic, experiences the arriving immigrants faced navigating illness, loss, and displacement upon reaching America. 
Leary, who is pursuing a PhD at Trinity College Dublin, delves into how communities choose which Famine histories are preserved, commemorated, or forgotten. Her research examines the collective memories of the Irish Famine and how Famine burial grounds in North America became contested landscapes of collective memory. Previously, Leary served as Education and Cultural Director for Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum of Fairfield, CT. Currently, she is&nbsp;Co-Chair of the Connecticut Ireland Trade Commission a role that bridges scholarship, cultural diplomacy, and public engagement. 
Admission to the meeting is free for members of the Irish American Society of the Jersey Shore. All are welcome to join. For info on the Society’s membership see <a href="https://www.jerseyshoreirish.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.jerseyshoreirish.org/</a>.

Local Event: Irish Famine Immigrant Experience on Staten Island

Irish Famine Immigrant Experience on Staten Island

Historian and author Loretto Leary will present a deeply moving talk, “The Irish Famine Immigrant Experience in the Staten...

The Order Of The Friendly Sons Of The Shillelagh Of The Jersey Shore

Join New Jersey Blood Services and The Order of the Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh of the Jersey Shore to help save lives. Appointments are recommended for this community blood drive, though walk-ins are welcome. Please remember to bring a photo ID and eat well and hydrate before your donation.

Local Event: Greg Higgins Memorial Pint For A Pint Blood Drive

Greg Higgins Memorial Pint For A Pint Blood Drive

Join New Jersey Blood Services and The Order of the Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh of the Jersey Shore to help save lives....

Rutgers University–New Brunswick

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Join us at Rutgers University Osher Institute for Lifelong Learning (OLLI-RU) for an ONLINE&nbsp;course about Ireland's Cultural Revival on Oct. 12th.
At the end of the 19th century, Ireland was still a British colony and the Irish people were surrounded by English influences in their daily life. The result was a loss of a distinctive “Irish” identity. 
In response, a movement was begun by Irish William Butler Yeats and others to revitalize Irish culture, language, literature, theater, music, dance and sports. 
The result was a cultural reawakening that invigorated the soul of the Irish people, fueled the spirit of nationalism, and profoundly changed the course of Irish history.
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Local Event: ONLINE course: Ireland's Cultural Revival

ONLINE course: Ireland's Cultural Revival

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Join us at Rutgers University Osher Institute for Lifelong Learning...

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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

Day Trip to Visit Stained-Glass Windows by...

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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>

Local Event: Brookdale Community College Fall Open House

Middletown

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...

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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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Sara Winick

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Carly Baldwin

Long Branch-Eatontown

Howell

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Little Silver-Oceanport

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Toms River

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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