Name: Travel Sketching
Start: 2026-06-16T13:30:00-04:00
Location: Monmouth County Library - Eastern Branch, Shrewsbury

Monmouth County Library - Eastern Branch, Shrewsbury

Learn about capturing memories with travel sketching techniques. Urban scenes, random objects, trees, food — there's no limit to what can be drawn with a quick sketch. There will be examples and brief demonstrations, and guided practice throughout our time together. Geared to beginners, but all are welcome. Limited seating available.
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Local Event: Travel Sketching 

Monmouth County

Sara Winick

New York City Metropolitan Area

Red Bank-Shrewsbury

New Jersey

Travel Sketching 

Learn about capturing memories with travel sketching techniques. Urban scenes, random objects, trees, food — there's no limit...

Long Branch Arts and Cultural Center

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Walsh Family Foundation Scholarship 

The Walsh Family foundation's inaugural awards have been announced.&nbsp; Through the Bold.org platform the Walsh Family Foundation has forged their Scholarship to be awarded to three students.&nbsp; One each from Raritan, Communications and Middletown High School North, named for each of the Walsh sons that graduated from these schools. The Chairman, Ron Walsh will be making the announcements to the schools this week, just in time for the schools awards ceremonies.&nbsp; "It is with great pleasure that the Walsh family is able to help students pursue their respective college dreams"&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: 2026 awards for Raritan, Communication and Middletown North students

Middletown

2026 awards for Raritan, Communication and...

The Walsh Family foundation's inaugural awards have been announced.  Through the Bold.org platform the Walsh Family Foundation...

2026 awards for Raritan, Communication and Middletown North students

Free People, Lucky Brand, Grundens, Billabong clothing all like new.&nbsp; Paddle boards, fishing poles, and other home goods

Local Event: Garage Sale

Long Branch-Eatontown

Garage Sale

Free People, Lucky Brand, Grundens, Billabong clothing all like new.  Paddle boards, fishing poles, and other home goods

Middletown Reformed Church

t's that time of year again! Time for our "almost world famous" Italian dinner for Pride in partnership with the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/communitychurchkeyport?__cft__[0]=AZbzmBp0W0QtZ_yL3ROOa6rvREgF8dn83ytvyRFRWRkDI1_iG3CcoApQIJpeZL4YBr9VAFTT6HzNTIadzi-LWjSlgz8PLKtK7wyKZm5MQp0c-bmX5iYUqTlF4ayBIEBNLd92_hnSKD5UFctqwKjxHcww-C26EdwUQQgMN8iEwf5qt2VEdfhFl3sEAPrn20rVek7CLwvFNWcJzVdrPYwuO6utH-H60nibOvdQq3-TwPMaJg&amp;__tn__=-]K-y-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Community Church of Keyport</a> on Saturday, May 16 @ 5:30PM. Come and enjoy delicious homemade Italian food, desserts, and good company as we celebrate God's love for all people. Adults: $25; children under 12, $5. Make your reservations TODAY at pastortrishmrc@gmail.com or call the church office at 732-671-1786 by May 11. All proceeds go toward our joint participation in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JerseyPrideFest?__cft__[0]=AZbzmBp0W0QtZ_yL3ROOa6rvREgF8dn83ytvyRFRWRkDI1_iG3CcoApQIJpeZL4YBr9VAFTT6HzNTIadzi-LWjSlgz8PLKtK7wyKZm5MQp0c-bmX5iYUqTlF4ayBIEBNLd92_hnSKD5UFctqwKjxHcww-C26EdwUQQgMN8iEwf5qt2VEdfhFl3sEAPrn20rVek7CLwvFNWcJzVdrPYwuO6utH-H60nibOvdQq3-TwPMaJg&amp;__tn__=-]K-y-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jersey Pride Festival</a>. (Graphic by Rev. Grace Losso Modla) www.mrchurch.us

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The Red Bank Chamber Music Society will present a free concert featuring the Frisson Wind Quintet on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 4:30 PM at Trinity Episcopal Church, 50 White Street, Red Bank.
The program brings together four distinctive works for wind quintet, highlighting the color, wit, lyricism, and rhythmic vitality of this vivid chamber music tradition.
György Ligeti’s Six Bagatelles opens the concert with brief, energetic pieces full of wit, rhythmic drive, and sharp contrasts.
Carl Nielsen’s Wind Quintet follows with one of the great works of the wind quintet repertoire, full of character, humor, and invention.
Samuel Barber’s Summer Music offers a warmer, more lyrical sound world, blending rich textures with a reflective tone.
Lalo Schifrin’s La Nouvelle-Orléans concludes the program, bringing jazz-inflected color and motion and evoking the musical spirit of New Orleans.
ABOUT FRISSON WIND QUINTET
Frisson Winds features the brilliant wind musicians of the group Frisson. These virtuoso wind players perform music for winds in various combinations, including trios, quartets, and quintets. Frisson showcases both emerging young artists and seasoned professionals and has quickly become one of the leading classical music groups in the field.
Performers: Anna Urrey, flute; Tom Gallant, oboe; Bixby Kennedy, clarinet; Remy Taghavi, bassoon; Wilden Dannenberg, horn.
ABOUT THE RED BANK CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY
The Red Bank Chamber Music Society is a nonprofit organization presenting world-class chamber music concerts for the community. Concerts are offered free of charge and supported entirely by member donations.
Admission is free. No tickets required.
Program details, advance notes, and ways to support RBCMS are available at <a href="https://www.rbcms.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.rbcms.org</a>.

Local Event: Red Bank Chamber Music Society – Free Concert: Frisson Wind Quintet 

Red Bank Chamber Music Society – Free Concert:...

The Red Bank Chamber Music Society will present a free concert featuring the Frisson Wind Quintet on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at...

Red Bank Chamber Music Society – Free Concert: Frisson Wind Quintet 

Unwind and rejuvenate your mind with gentle yoga, meditation, and breathing techniques. Discover how to quiet your thoughts and achieve a state of deep relaxation. This soothing session will leave you feeling refreshed and focused. No yoga mat or equipment is needed. &nbsp; Taught by Dhan Goboori, Volunteer/Certified Teacher: Art of Living Foundation&nbsp;(Art of Living is a nonprofit,&nbsp;educational&nbsp;&amp; humanitarian NGO&nbsp;engaged in stress-management &amp; service initiatives)
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Local Event: De-stress Through Meditation, Yoga, and Breathing

De-stress Through Meditation, Yoga, and Breathing

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The Atlantic Highlands Yacht Club (AHYC) invites the community to experience the thrill of sailing with its Adult Sailing Lessons and Youth Keelboat Sailing Program, offering hands-on instruction, teamwork, and unforgettable time on the water in Atlantic Highlands Harbor and Sandy Hook Bay.
<h3>Adult Sailing Lessons Now Open</h3>
Designed for beginners and those looking to build confidence on the water, AHYC’s Adult Sailing Program provides a comprehensive introduction to sailing led by U.S. Sailing-certified instructors.
Participants begin with on-land instruction, learning the fundamentals of sailing and hands-on rigging of the Flying Scot, a stable and comfortable 19-foot sailboat ideal for both leisure and racing. As skills develop, sailors may also have the opportunity to sail larger vessels, including a BluSail 24’ and a Peterson 34’.
<h3>Youth Keelboat Sailing Program Builds Skills and Confidence</h3>
<a href="https://www.regattanetwork.com/clubmgmt/applet_registration_form.php?regatta_id=31110" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">AHYC’s Keelboat Youth Sailing Program,</a> June 8 - August 10, 2026,&nbsp;offers a dynamic summer-long experience for young sailors ages 12–18, combining sailing instruction with leadership development and competitive racing.
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Local Event: Set Sail This Season: Adult and Youth Sailing Programs Launch at Atlantic Highlands Yacht Club

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St. George’s-by-the-River Episcopal Church is excited to host its 78th Annual Canterbury Fair—rain or shine—on Saturday, June 6th from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM.
Early Access for Early Bird Shoppers Get in before the crowds from 8:00–9:30 AM for a $10 entry fee. The fair opens free to all at 9:30 AM!
Fun for Kids &amp; Families Our expanded Canterbury Kids section is bigger and better than ever, perfect for keeping kids entertained all day long.
New &amp; Exciting for 2026:
<ul><li>Dance Party Dome Bounce House</li><li>Virtual Reality Experience</li><li>Rock Climbing Wall</li><li>Pickleball</li><li>Mini Golf …and more!</li></ul>
$25 all-day wristband for unlimited games, with $5 tickets available for Rock Climbing &amp; VR experiences.
Shop, Discover &amp; Enjoy Browse what many call the best White Elephant Marketplace this side of the river, plus:
<ul><li>Garden items 🌿</li><li>Jewelry 💎</li><li>Unique treasures &amp; finds</li></ul>
&nbsp;Food for Every Taste From baked goods and tea to burgers and more—come hungry! Plus, enjoy a specialty coffee vendor serving up your favorite handcrafted drinks.
Easy &amp; Free Parking Take advantage of our free shuttle service starting at 7:30 AM from Holy Cross Church (free parking) to the fair and back.
Giving Back All proceeds support St. George’s ministries and outreach partners.Learn more: <a href="https://www.stgeorgesrumson.org/78thcanterburyfair" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">stgeorgesrumson.org/78thcanterburyfair</a>

Local Event: 78th Canterbury Fair 

78th Canterbury Fair 

St. George’s-by-the-River Episcopal Church is excited to host its 78th Annual Canterbury Fair—rain or shine—on Saturday, June...

Park Loft

Celebrating courage and resilience after homelessness, this annual event recognizes individuals and leaders whose commitment, compassion and impact align with HABcore’s mission to support vulnerable families, veterans and individuals facing homelessness and housing insecurity at the Jersey Shore.
All event proceeds will benefit HABcore’s mission to house the homeless and provide supportive services for more than 1,000 families, veterans and individuals with special needs at the Jersey Shore.
For more information about the event, including ticket sales, sponsorships and underwriting opportunities, visit <a href="https://onecau.se/habcore-gala" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://onecau.se/habcore-gala</a>&nbsp;or contact Lauren Moulder, Director of Fund Development and Engagement, <a href="mailto:lmoulder@habcore.org">lmoulder@habcore.org</a> or 908-812-8637.

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Choose 2 days a week at 90 minutes or more. Flexible scheduling.
Early bird enrollment by May 30th get 2 hours free. 
Minimum instructional plan starts at 20 hours per subject:&nbsp;math, reading, writing or study skills. All instruction is personalized to student needs.
See flyer for details. Recommend initial benchmark testing for $100.00. Call our call center at 732-671-0200 to speak with our education professionals, or call us direct at 732-671-1104. Walk ins welcome!

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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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db Ortho PT

db Orthopedic Physical Therapy (db Ortho PT) is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy in Monmouth County with state of the art facilities in Red Bank and Manalapan. We are proud to have hundreds of 5 star reviews with the care delivered by 8 highly skilled Doctors of Physical Therapy and a passionate support staff. Amazing customer service is our mission which is reflected in our patient outcomes. Five of our DPT’s are also Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialists, which no other practice can claim. We also have two clinicians who are Certified in Dry Needling as well as highly equiped facilities with the Alter-g Antigravity Treadmill, Opton Class IV laser, Zimmer Enpulse shockwave, Therm-x vasopneumatic heat and cryotherapy to name a few of our modalities. Experience the Best in Breed at db OrthoPT! Ps- we are not a corporate owned practice controlled by private equity money like many other PT clinics with 40 locations and PT has ownership of the practice.

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