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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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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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Happy New Year - Re-New Your Ride for 2026

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Happy New Year Monmouth County... January is traditionally a harsh month for driving in NJ and since those holiday bills are still affecting your bottom line, Sal's Town Discount Tire wants to help you Re-New Your Ride so you can glide into 2026 Safely! LIKE us on our Facebook page, look for our coupons, print out that page and come in to see Roger or Dawn to put our over 55 Years of automotive expertise to work for you and your vehicle with a FREE Standard Oil Change ($30 value) - FREE Flat Tire Repair ($40 value) and a FREE Exhaust System Inspection... and of course, those Tires! So stop in soon and let's get Your vehicle prepared to face those harsh roads that a cold &amp; wet Jersey winter can bring! #TTSDrivesYouHappy #ServingMonmouthCountysince1967 #HappyGoodYear2026

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We believe mental health care should feel personal, organized, warm, and deeply supportive. Compassion guides everything we do, honoring each individual who walks through our doors. Here, you are a whole person. Your story, needs, and goals guide everything we do. Our clinicians are an integrative team of professionals who are determined to help you believe in yourself again. We offer medication management evaluations, individual, couple, and family therapy, career, life, and executive coaching.

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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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East Coast Diving Center is your friendly full service PADI 5 Star SCUBA Diving and Snorkeling Facility established in 1977. We offer courses from beginner to advanced. Our Travel Department offers vacations near and far. ECDC is proud to be an Oceanic, Sherwood, Poseidon, Ocean Reef Full Face Mask, Sales and Service Center. Our store hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 12:00-8:00pm, Tuesday from 6:00-8:00pm, Saturday 10:00am–6:00pm. We are CLOSED Thursday and Sunday. Visit our website for more information: www.EastCoastDivingCenter.com

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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

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The Aberdeen Township Council will meet tonight at 7 p.m. in the Aberdeen Township Municipal Building at One Aberdeen Square, right off of Church Street. Attached is the agenda for tonight's meeting.

The Aberdeen Township Council will meet tonight at 7 p.m. in the Aberdeen Township Municipal Building at One Aberdeen Square, right off of Church Street.

Attached is the agenda for tonight's meeting.

The Aberdeen Township Council will meet tonight at 7 p.m.

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Brookdale’s 2026 Scholarship Bash
The Brookdale Community College Foundation invites the community to A Night with the Stars: Where Futures Shine on Friday, April 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Branches in West Long Branch. The evening will bring together friends and champions of Brookdale to celebrate generosity and invest in the success of students across our community.
Brookdale is the #1 community college in New Jersey and ranks in the top 10% of community colleges nationally. Its Cyber Defense and Nursing programs are designated Centers of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National League for Nursing. With 130 nurses graduating annually, many of us, or our loved ones, will benefit from their care at some point. Yet more than 50% of Brookdale students rely on financial aid.
“We hope the community will join us for a wonderful evening that celebrates Brookdale students and helps ensure their futures continue to shine,” said 2026 Scholarship Bash Co-Chairs Carol Stillwell, Candy Langan-Sattenspiel, and Tracey Abby-White.
Guests will enjoy an elegant evening featuring dinner, dancing, an open bar, and both live and silent auctions, all in celebration of the bright futures made possible through scholarship support. Proceeds from the evening directly fund scholarships that remove financial barriers and help more Brookdale students pursue and complete their academic goals.
Join us for a night where generosity shines and futures rise.
For more information or to purchase tickets and sponsorships, visit <a href="https://e.givesmart.com/events/My6/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">26BASH.givesmart.com</a> or email <a href="mailto:foundation@brookdalecc.edu" target="_blank">foundation@brookdalecc.edu</a>

Local Event: A Night with the Stars: Where Futures Shine

A Night with the Stars: Where Futures Shine

Brookdale’s 2026 Scholarship Bash
The Brookdale Community College Foundation invites the community to A Night with the Stars:...

Bayonet Farm

Holmdel Earth Day Festival and Greenway Walk will be held Sunday, April 26 from 12 to 5pm. Celebrate Earth Day at bucolic Bayonet Farm. This family friendly festival will have exhibits for all ages by local environmental and wildlife organizations, live music, shows and more!
The Monmouth County Parks Nature on the Move Van, Monmouth County Master Gardeners, Holmdel Green Team and Eyes of the Wild Mammal Show are just some of the featured exhibits and shows. Enjoy live music by local musicians in the Red Barn featuring Late4Lunch! As always, homemade sandwiches, hot dogs and fresh baked goods will be for sale at the Red Barn Deli.
Admission, shows, tours and parking are free!
Arrive early to explore the trails at Bayonet Farm! We’ll walk a 2 mile loop beginning at the Harding House at 11 am and returning just as the festivities begin. 
This is an outdoor event and will be held weather permitting. For more information visit www.holmdel-cilu.org 
The event is sponsored by The Holmdel Environmental Commission and Citizens for Informed Land Use

Schedule of Show and Activities
**Early** Guided nature walk – 11 am** (before festival begins)
Monmouth County Parks Nature on the Move Van, 12pm – 4pm
Name the Gnome Scavenger Hunt
Doodle Dude, 1:30pm
Tours of the Harding House at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30pm
Late4Lunch performs live at the Red Barn
Mother Earth Drum Circle, 2pm -4pm
Eyes of the Wild Mammal Show, 3:30pm

Exhibits
Holmdel Historical Society
Holmdel Green Team
Monmouth County Master Gardeners
Save Coastal Wildlife
Raptor Trust
Water Spirit
Master Composters
Brookdale Sustainable Fashion Display

Local Event: Holmdel Earth Day Festival & Greenway Walk

Holmdel Earth Day Festival & Greenway Walk


Holmdel Earth Day Festival and Greenway Walk will be held Sunday, April 26 from 12 to 5pm. Celebrate Earth Day at bucolic...

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
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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

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...

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...

Virtual Webinar

We invite you to a free virtual webinar with our leading general surgeons: Dr. Jeffery Kraft, Dr. Annie Benzie, and Dr. David Dupree. They will cover trending topics and common procedures in general surgery, providing valuable insights and answering your questions. This session is dedicated to bringing awareness and helping you approach the topic of surgery with confidence. <a href="https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/event/dfddd26f-a03f-43ce-bb86-3632cdf7e716/summary?i=ED5787C2-8A79-4D6A-96B7-C75B054F324C&amp;tm=66kLpHdEMZtuD-6t_6T4S3P729yZm5hXjTP4RyZsHzo&amp;locale=en-US&amp;utm_source=HMH-CVENT&amp;utm_medium=Digital&amp;utm_campaign=PatchOBMCApril" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: General Surgery Webinar

General Surgery Webinar

We invite you to a free virtual webinar with our leading general surgeons: Dr. Jeffery Kraft, Dr. Annie Benzie, and Dr. David...

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