Three American Troubadours 

From the poetic soul of James Taylor the electrifying energy of Carly Simon to the timeless magic of Carole King celebrate four decades of classic pop music through unforgettable performances that will stir your heart spark your memories and get you singing every word. Tickets taylorsimonking.com

Monmouth County

Sara Winick

New York City Metropolitan Area

Red Bank-Shrewsbury

New Jersey

From the poetic soul of James Taylor the electrifying energy of Carly Simon to the timeless magic of Carole King celebrate four decades of classic...

RoBeans Mobile Barista is booking for the spring and summer

RoBeans

RoBeans Mobile Barista is a woman-owned coffee bus based in Asbury Park, serving handcrafted espresso drinks, coffee, and tea at community events, corporate gatherings, schools, and private celebrations. Known for its welcoming service and quality beverages. RoBeans brings "serenity in a cup" wherever it parks.

Asbury Park

RoBeans Mobile Barista is a woman-owned coffee bus based in Asbury Park, serving handcrafted espresso drinks, coffee, and tea at community events,...

Concierge Real Estate in Rumson / Fair Haven: Sell Smarter

Katherine "Kate" Raftery

Rumson and Fair Haven Listing Agent | Concierge Real Estate to Maximize Your Home Value If you’re thinking about selling your home in Rumson or Fair Haven, strategy matters. Northern Monmouth County buyers move quickly — and they pay a premium for homes that feel updated, well-maintained, and truly move-in ready. The right preparation directly impacts your sale price, days on market, and negotiating power. As a top local Rumson and Fair Haven listing agent, I offer a concierge real estate approach designed to maximize your home’s value before it ever hits the MLS. That means: Coordinating clean-outs (basements, attics, garages) Managing repairs and smart cosmetic updates Overseeing vendor timelines Strategic staging designed to attract stronger offers We focus on improvements that increase your net profit — not random renovations. If a kitchen refresh, bathroom update, lighting upgrade, or exterior improvement is likely to deliver a return in this market, I’ll guide the strategy and manage the process. If it won’t add value? We skip it. You won’t be handed a checklist and left to figure it out. You’ll get a clear, customized plan for selling your home in Rumson, Fair Haven, or Northern Monmouth County — including what to do, what to avoid, projected costs, and expected return. You make the key decisions. I handle the details. If you’re researching how to sell your home in Rumson or Fair Haven, let’s start with a smart plan designed to protect and maximize your home value. Kate Raftery Realtor | Owner NextHome Peninsula Realty Group Rumson &amp; Fair Haven Real Estate Specialist

Rumson-Fair Haven

Rumson and Fair Haven Listing Agent | Concierge Real Estate to Maximize Your Home Value If you’re thinking about selling your home in Rumson or...

Ranney School

Ranney School is a co-educational, college preparatory school for students age 3 through grade 12. Located in Tinton Falls, Ranney provides an exceptional learning environment and rigorous academic program where students are known and valued. Our dedicated and passionate faculty help foster an environment that allows students to find their interests and pursue them, while creating an educational journey that supports each student’s individual path.

Freehold

Ranney School is a co-educational, college preparatory school for students age 3 through grade 12. Located in Tinton Falls, Ranney provides an...

Early Morning & Late Night DEALS! 25% OFF Sale

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.

Monmouth

Englishtown

We are independently owned, family-driven, and deeply rooted in the Monmouth County cannabis community — not backed by multi-state operators or...

250 TED Talks. 7 Million views. 7000 guests. Since 2013. 

TEDxAsburyPark

Next Event May 6th @ Triumph Stage Dinner, comedy, music &amp; ideas Guests arrive by 6pm. Curtain at 7pm. 6 TED Talks + Original music + comedy + audience participation The Inventions of Whiskey by Robin Robinson A Comic Celebrates Parties by Erin Maguire Original Music Out of a Bottle by Arlan Feiles Drink in Literature &amp; Poetry by Diana Pittet Feasting across Class by Princeton Professor, Hanna Garth Craft &amp; Cuisine by Adam Rechnitz Producers: Brian Smiga, Suzanne Pisano, John Orefice, Gina Melnyk, Joe Mancuso Production Company: Act 19 - the Almost Grownup Theater Since 2013. Always Sold Out. 250 TED Talks. 7000 guests. 7 million views.

Next Event May 6th @ Triumph Stage Dinner, comedy, music & ideas Guests arrive by 6pm. Curtain at 7pm. 6 TED Talks + Original music + comedy +...

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...

Physical therapy practice with hundreds of 5 star reviews!

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.

db Orthopedic Physical Therapy (db Ortho PT) is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy in Monmouth County with state of the art...

Holistic Care Solutions: ICCC's Integrated Approach

Integrated Care Concepts

Integrated Care Concepts and Consultation (ICCC) is one of the only facilities in the country to embrace the total body healing modalities found in both Western and Eastern philosophies. Our team of licensed therapists and highly trained mind-body specialists use a host of mental health treatment methodologies to provide holistic, trauma-informed care in an environment designed to offer comfort, calm, and the ideal space for transformation and growth.

Carly Baldwin

Long Branch-Eatontown

Integrated Care Concepts and Consultation (ICCC) is one of the only facilities in the country to embrace the total body healing modalities found in...

US TOO: PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Thursday, January 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. This free support group provides mutual support, information and education for men with prostate cancer and their partners or loved ones. The group is held at Monmouth Medical Center, located at 300 Second Avenue in Long Branch. To register, call 732-923-7582. Free.

US TOO: PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Thursday, January 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. This free support group provides mutual support, information and education for men with prostate cancer and their partners or loved ones. The group is held at Monmouth Medical Center, located at 300 Second Avenue in Long Branch. To register, call 732-923-7582. Free.

Monmouth Medical Center Presents 'Us Too: Prostate Cancer Support Group'

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VFW Post 2179 – 460 NJ- 36 Port Monmouth, NJ

The New Jersey Reptile Show is back — now expanded to two full days for an even better experience! Join us on Saturday, May 2nd or Sunday, May 3rd (9AM–4PM both days) for a friendly, educational , and fun-filled reptile &amp; exotic animal expo where families, collectors, and curious newcomers can explore the incredible world of reptiles.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a first-time reptile owner, or a family looking for a unique day out, this is the place to be. This is a sales and experience expo featuring animals and supplies from NJ's top breeders and vendors — while also giving kids and parents the rare chance to see these magnificent creatures up close, not just in books or on TV.
Kids 5 &amp; under get in FREE!
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<h2>🎟️ Tickets &amp; Capacity</h2>
Online ticket purchase is required.&nbsp;Capacity is strictly limited per day, and this event is expected to sell out.
👉 Purchase tickets at www.NJReptileShow.com to secure your spot.
Limited discounted family bundle tickets available — while they last!
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<h2>📍 Event Details</h2>
📍 Location: 
VFW Post 2179 
460 NJ-36 S, Port Monmouth, NJ 07758 
(Use this address for Apple Maps, Google Maps, and Waze)
🕘 Dates &amp; Times: 
Saturday, May 2, 2026 (9AM – 4PM) 
Sunday, May 3, 2026 (9AM – 4PM)
🎟️ Admission: (Single Day) 
General Admission (Ages 6+): $20 
Discounted 4-Pack Family Bundle (Save $10 — While Available) 
Kids 5 &amp; Under: FREE
🅿️ Parking: 
Free on-site parking available
🍔 Food &amp; Drinks: 
Available for purchase at the VFW snack bar (Cash &amp; Cards)
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<h2>🐸 What To Expect</h2>
<h3>✅ A Unique Family Experience</h3>
Get up close to real reptiles and exotic animals in a safe, exciting environment. Perfect for young animal lovers, curious kids, and families looking for something different!
<hr>
<h3>✅ A True Reptile &amp; Exotic Animal Marketplace</h3>
Browse and shop from 70+ vendor tables featuring:
• Captive-bred reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, aquatic fish, invertebrates, and &amp; small exotic mammals 
• Habitats, enclosures, and bioactive supplies 
• Feeder insects, frozen/live rodents, and more 
• Reptile merchandise and discounted equipment
<hr>
<h3>🦎 Animals You’ll See</h3>
Explore a wide variety of species from around the world:
🦎 Geckos 
🐍 Snakes 
🐉 Lizards 
🐸 Amphibians 
🕷️ Invertebrates 
🐟 Rare aquatic fish 
🦔 Small exotic mammals (hedgehogs and more!)🦜Interactive parrot experience by Parties By Parrots (Add-on vendor experience)
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<h2>🏪 Featured Vendors</h2>
Featuring top breeders, exotic pet shops, and trusted professionals including:
• Major League Exotics 
• Reptile Deli 
• AquaTerra Exotics 
• Classic Jurassic 
• Nautilus Avian &amp; Exotics Veterinary Specialists 
• Garden State Exotics 
• Strong Island Aquatics &amp; Exotics 
• The Critter Carnival 
• EZ Botanicals
(and many more from across New Jersey and beyond)

Local Event: NJ Reptile & Exotic Animal Show Returns May 2–3 (2-Day Event, Limited Tickets)

Port Monmouth

NJ Reptile & Exotic Animal Show Returns May 2–3...

The New Jersey Reptile Show is back — now expanded to two full days for an even better experience! Join us on Saturday, May 2nd...

NJ Reptile & Exotic Animal Show Returns May 2–3 (2-Day Event, Limited Tickets)

Brookdale Performing Arts Center

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...

Join us for a night of Travel Inspiration hosted by Cheryl Cassie of Cruise Planners &amp; Wendy from Viking Cruises.
Experience the World Differently - the Viking Way
Learn about small ship sailing on river, ocean &amp; expedition voyages. Discover destinations and itineraries as well as what it is like to sail on these amazing ships. Get your questions answered and see if Viking is the right fit for your travel needs, while enjoying a beverage of choice and snacks. 
There will be SPECIAL booking incentives, giveaways and more! If you have ever wondered about sailing on Viking, now is your chance to learn more from the EXPERTS!
MUST RSVP for this FREE event! LIMITED seating.&nbsp; &nbsp;
<a href="https://www.worldtoexploretravel.com/PATCH" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">click HERE to RSVP</a>
<a href="https://www.worldtoexploretravel.com/PATCH" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.worldtoexploretravel.com/PATCH</a>
Two Sessions to choose from&nbsp; 2:30 - 4:30pm&nbsp; OR&nbsp; 6:00 - 8:00pm
 RSVP today - click on the link, scan the QR code, call 732-966-6714 or email Cheryl.Cassie@CruisePlanners.com

Local Event: FREE! Viking Cruise & Cruise Planners Sip and Sail Event at Two River Theater

FREE! Viking Cruise & Cruise Planners Sip and...


Join us for a night of Travel Inspiration hosted by Cheryl Cassie of Cruise Planners & Wendy from Viking Cruises.
Experience...

FREE! Viking Cruise & Cruise Planners Sip and Sail Event at Two River Theater

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...

Start/Finish at Atlantic Highlands Municipal Harbor Parking Area, Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Vintage Cruisers Star at the 2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Derby
Atlantic Highlands, NJ (April 2026) — On Saturday, May 16, 2026, the Henry Hudson Trail will host the 2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Derby, a fun, relaxed charity ride for vintage beach cruisers and single-speed bikes (preferred).
Riders will enjoy a scenic 17-mile out-and-back cruise with three donut stops. Every donut eaten earns a 30-second time credit.
Every participant receives a free event T-shirt and free electric bike bell.
Awards include 1st–3rd Place (donut-adjusted time), Most Donuts Eaten, and Oldest Bike.
All proceeds benefit Ride to Remember Inc a 501(3)(c) charity, supporting caregivers impacted by dementia.
Gracefully hosted by Monmouth County Park System. Sponsored by Highlander Bicycle Co., DDJ Management Inc — Dunkin’ of Atlantic Highlands, and additional local partners.
Limited to 100 riders (ages 20+).

Local Event: 2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Derby

2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Derby

Vintage Cruisers Star at the 2026 Henry Hudson Trail Donut Derby
Atlantic Highlands, NJ (April 2026) — On Saturday, May 16,...

Monmouth County Concert Venue Named Finalist...

Located just off the Garden State Parkway, this venue hosts “a killer lineup of performances," USA Today editors wrote.

Monmouth County Concert Venue Named Finalist For Best Amphitheaters In The U.S.

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New Jewelry Store Coming To The Grove: See Details

Set to open this spring, the new store offers a variety of necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more to shop from.

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Red Bank Classic 5K To Support Local Youth...

The annual race units runners, families and supporters of all ages to celebrate downtown and support local youth, event organizers said.

Red Bank Classic 5K To Support Local Youth Programs: See Details

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Sherrill’s First 100 Days As NJ Governor: Here...

Budget battles. Nuclear power. Property taxes. Immigration. Here’s what Mikie Sherrill has been up to since taking over as governor.

Sherrill’s First 100 Days As NJ Governor: Here’s What She Has Done So Far

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Local Sub Chain Coming To Bell Works Fort...

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Local Sub Chain Coming To Bell Works Fort Monmouth: See Details

Happy Summer Trails: Best Places To Get...

The Red Bank area has a lot of outdoor awesomeness to offer, including some great walking and bike trails and other recreation.

Happy Summer Trails: Best Places To Get Outdoors Around Red Bank

Top Red Bank Area Animal Shelters: Adopt,...

Anytime is the best time to adopt an animal from a shelter or start supporting one. We made a list of the best in the Monmouth County area.

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