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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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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Monthly Sports and Pokémon Trading Card Show at Hazlet’s Raritan High School

On Sunday, August 16th, the “Exit 117 Sports Cards and Pokémon Buy, Sell &amp; Trade Expo” will make its return to Raritan High School in Hazlet. The show will include vendors of sports cards, memorabilia and supplies, as well vendors focusing on non-sports collectibles, such as Pokémon, One Piece and Yu-Gi-Oh cards.
The show is the result of a collaboration between Hot Corner Promotions and Our Cards &amp; Collectibles, two of central New Jersey’s top show promoters. Both organizations are family-run businesses based in Monmouth County, and both have been operating card shows for decades.
“When we started this journey with our first show in April, our goal was to establish a larger monthly card expo in Monmouth County, which was sorely missing. We also wanted to create a fun family experience for all ages, and to support the local community.”, said Alex Escalante of Hot Corner Promotions. “I feel we have accomplished this, with a wide range of patrons and vendors attending our previous shows.&nbsp; We saw families and friends running into each other and reconnecting while walking the aisles and looking for that special item at the vendor tables.&nbsp; We saw visitors and vendors alike, with smiles on their faces as they discussed the products for sale.&nbsp; You could see that everyone was genuinely having a good time interacting with each other.”
“We couldn’t be happier or more thankful for the outpouring of support from the vendors and patrons. The response has been overwhelming, and the positive comments are greatly appreciated”, Escalante continued. “We are also thankful for the support from the Hazlet Board of Education and the Raritan High School staff.&nbsp; The RHS staff has been amazing and has allowed us to build a strong working relationship. We are currently working with them to schedule monthly show dates for the rest of 2026 through December and will work with them to book monthly dates for all of 2027.”
The Expo is a monthly recurring show, featuring the best card vendors in the tri-state area. The vendors feature top-line inventory and will have cash in hand for the purchase of cards and collections from attendees.&nbsp; There will be a food truck on site, ample parking in the high school lot, and the facility is handicap accessible.
Raritan High School is located at 419 Middle Road in Hazlet, NJ.&nbsp; It is easily accessible from Parkway exit 117 from the north, and Parkway exit 114 from the south, as well as from Routes 35 and 36. The show will run from 9 am through 4 pm on Sunday, August 16th.
For additional information, or Vendor registration for future shows, please email: <a href="mailto:EXIT117SHOW@GMAIL.COM">EXIT117SHOW@GMAIL.COM</a>.

Local Event: Exit 117 Sports Cards and Pokémon Buy, Sell & Trade Expo

Exit 117 Sports Cards and Pokémon Buy, Sell &...

Monthly Sports and Pokémon Trading Card Show at Hazlet’s Raritan High School

On Sunday, August 16th, the “Exit 117 Sports...

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Brookdale Community College - Lincroft Main Campus, ATC 101 Lecture

Watercolor pencils offer the control of drawing with the luminous quality of watercolor. Take inspiration from the Impressionists as you select a well-known painting to sketch and bring to life. Explore how color, light, and subtle shifts in hue transform an image while building skills in observational drawing and brush techniques. Work confidently with professional materials such as Derwent and CastleArts watercolor pencils. No experience required. $10 materials fee payable to instructor.
Jenny Santa Maria, Artist, instructor
Wednesday, August 19, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
XARTF 224, $49
Register online: <a href="https://brookdalecc-ss.colleague.elluciancloud.com/Student/InstantEnrollment/Search?courseCodeNumber=XARTF-224" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Watercolor Pencils</a> or call us at 732-224-2315

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Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club

Enjoy an exceptional day of golf at Eagle Oaks Golf &amp; Country Club—home to New Jersey’s only Nicklaus Design golf course—while helping Brookdale students achieve their educational dreams.
Proceeds from this annual event benefit Brookdale Community College Foundation scholarships, helping students earn degrees, transfer to four-year institutions, and launch successful careers.
Great golf. A premier course. A lasting impact.
Join us and help change lives—one scholarship at a time.<a href="https://www.brookdalecc.edu/advancement/brookdale-foundation/education-open-golf-outing/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Purchase tickets and sponsorships here</a>

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