Name: NJ Sandcastle Contest
Start: 2026-07-15T08:00:00-04:00
Location: 18th Ave- Beach Access

18th Ave- Beach Access

The NJ Sandcastle Contest on Belmar Beach begins with registration at 8:00 a.m., followed by judging at noon. Admission to 18th Avenue beach is free for contest participants and spectators — just bring your sand pails, shovels, and creative flair!  <a href="https://www.vacationinbelmar.com/post/belmar-nj-sandcastle-contest" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Read more &gt;&gt;</a>

Local Event: NJ Sandcastle Contest

Monmouth County

Carly Baldwin

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Manasquan-Belmar

New Jersey

NJ Sandcastle Contest

The NJ Sandcastle Contest on Belmar Beach begins with registration at 8:00 a.m., followed by judging at noon. Admission to 18th...

St. Catharine Church

The next meeting of the Irish American Society of the Jersey Shore will be on Thursday, May 28, at 7pm in St. Catharine Church, Spring Lake, NJ. Acclaimed harpist and vocalist Aideen O’Donnell, a native of Dublin, Ireland, will present an enchanting program entitled “Songs and Stories on the Irish Harp.” Admission is free to members of the Society. A donation of $10 at the door is requested for guests. For more info and to keep apprised of upcoming events, go to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/IrishAmericanSocietyJerseyShore" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.facebook.com/IrishAmericanSocietyJerseyShore</a>.

Local Event: "Songs and Stories on the Irish Harp"

"Songs and Stories on the Irish Harp"

The next meeting of the Irish American Society of the Jersey Shore will be on Thursday, May 28, at 7pm in St. Catharine Church,...

Hard Rock Cafe

Fall in Love with Rock All Over Again
Inside the legendary Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square, discover an experience where music isn’t just heard… but felt.
Rock Never Dies is a one-of-a-kind immersive theatrical event from American Immersion Theater that is part concert, part love story, and fully a magical journey. This groundbreaking production invites you to dine, drink, and fall headfirst into the soul of rock and roll.
Enjoy a full three-course meal inside the Magical Mystery Museum of Hard Rock, a place where music has power, memories come alive, and one life is changed forever every night. It’s an experience that inspires you to keep dreaming and march to the beat of your own drum.
At the heart of the story is Caroline, a young artist who’s lost hope and heart. As legendary music icons come to life around her, she’s forced to confront love, loss, and the courage to take the stage again. Along the way, you won’t just watch the story, but be part of it.
Created by award-winning, immersive visionary Scott Cramton, often called the Willy Wonka of Immersive Theater, this joyful, high-energy spectacle blends iconic rock anthems with romance, comedy, and electrifying audience interaction.
Whether you're on a date, celebrating something special, or just chasing that feeling music used to give you, this is your night.
All it takes&nbsp;
is one song, one moment, and a second chance
to change everything.

Show Schedule
Fridays 7:30 PM
Saturdays 7:30 PM

Local Event: Rock Never Dies: An Immersive Theatrical Experience at Hard Rock Cafe

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Rock Never Dies: An Immersive Theatrical...

Fall in Love with Rock All Over Again
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Rock Never Dies: An Immersive Theatrical Experience at Hard Rock Cafe

The Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) League launches its 2026 U.S. tour in Belmar, May 30 and 31.&nbsp;Details and ticket links on the <a href="https://www.vacationinbelmar.com/post/avp-league-belmar-beach-volleyball" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Belmar Beachcomber Blog &gt;&gt;</a>

Local Event: AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour - Day 1

AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour - Day 1

The Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) League launches its 2026 U.S. tour in Belmar, May 30 and 31. Details and...

Garden State Classical Academy

Step into the spirit of 1776.
As part of Sea Girt’s America 250 celebration, Garden State Classical Academy invites families to a unique “White House Founders Museum” experience—just one block from the main event in town.
This free, family-friendly event brings the American founding to life through:
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Live student performances of patriotic recitations, poetry, and early American songs
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Musical selections by Amadeus String Academy
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A reenactor encampment with demonstrations from the Revolutionary era
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Hands-on colonial crafts and activities for children
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Historical displays highlighting key figures and moments from the founding
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Performances will take place on the hour, creating a dynamic experience throughout the day.
Whether you’re attending the main celebration at Baltimore Park, or simply looking for a meaningful way to engage your children in American history, the Founders Museum offers a reflective, interactive complement to the day’s festivities.
Come step out of the crowd and into the story.

Local Event: Founders Museum: A Living History Experience for America’s 250th

Sea Girt

Founders Museum: A Living History Experience...

Step into the spirit of 1776.
As part of Sea Girt’s America 250 celebration, Garden State Classical Academy invites families to...

Founders Museum: A Living History Experience for America’s 250th

Pyanoe Plaza

Grab your shopping totes and support local businesses at the Belmar Farmers Market, which returns to downtown Belmar, New Jersey, for the 2026 summer season. The market will be open every Sunday starting May 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Presented by the Belmar-Lake Como Chamber of Commerce. <a href="https://vacationinbelmar.com/post/belmar-farmers-market-pyanoe-plaza-belmar-nj-2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Read more &gt;&gt;</a>

Local Event: Belmar Farmers Market | Pyanoe Plaza

Belmar Farmers Market | Pyanoe Plaza

Grab your shopping totes and support local businesses at the Belmar Farmers Market, which returns to downtown Belmar, New...

Now Accepting Members for the 2026 CSA Season!
Looking for fresh, local, organic produce for your family this summer and fall?
When your health matters, there’s no better option than getting your food fresh from the farm. Our CSA provides freshly harvested vegetables each week—picked at peak ripeness and often in your kitchen within 24 hours.
This has truly been a game changer for our family—better food, healthier habits, and a real connection to where our food comes from.
* Season: June 12 – November 20 (24 weeks) 
* Shares starting as low as $33/week
* Pesticide-free produce 
* Better taste + higher nutrition 
* Save money compared to store-bought organic 
* Support a local farm &amp; community
Optional add-ons available: 
* Fruit 
* Eggs 
* Mushrooms 
* Flowers 
* Honey
* Multiple pickup locations across NJ + Staten Island, including: 
Middletown, Howell, Montclair, Westfield, Morristown &amp; more.
As grocery prices continue to rise and more food is shipped across the country, choosing local means: 
* Fresher food 
* Better quality 
* Supporting local farms 
* Investing in your family’s health
If you’ve been thinking about eating healthier, supporting local agriculture, and locking in your produce costs before prices continue to rise, now is the perfect time to join.
 yourlocalcsa.com
 <a href="mailto:NJOrganicCSA@gmail.com">NJOrganicCSA@gmail.com</a> 
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 Limited shares available — spots fill quickly each season!

Local Event: Join Our 2026 Local CSA – Fresh Organic Produce Weekly (Limited Shares Available)

Join Our 2026 Local CSA – Fresh Organic Produce...

Now Accepting Members for the 2026 CSA Season!
Looking for fresh, local, organic produce for your family this summer and...

Join Our 2026 Local CSA – Fresh Organic Produce Weekly (Limited Shares Available)

Local Event: AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour - Day 2

AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour - Day 2

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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...

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.

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

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