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.

Monmouth County

New York City Metropolitan Area

Asbury Park

New Jersey

At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the...

New turfs on our mini golf courses coming in April/May!

Swing Time Sports Park

Swing Time Sports Park is Howell’s go‑to spot for family fun, offering mini golf, batting cages, a full arcade, and party hosting all in one place. Located right on Route 9, we’re proud to be a local favorite where kids, teens, and adults can enjoy affordable, active entertainment year‑round. Whether you’re planning a birthday party, a family outing, or just looking for something fun to do close to home, Swing Time Sports Park is here to bring the community together with excitement and energy. 

Karen Wall

Howell

Swing Time Sports Park is Howell’s go‑to spot for family fun, offering mini golf, batting cages, a full arcade, and party hosting all in one place....

Now accepting Spring and Annual Storage reservations 

The NJ Paddock Car Storage Facility

An INSURED, Secure, Climate Controlled Antique, Classic and Exotic car storage facility.

Sara Winick

Wall

Come tour our facility to see the latest in classroom technology.

State of the Art Preschool

Neighbor News

Carly Baldwin

Manasquan-Belmar

Ocean County

Point Pleasant

Brick

Long Branch-Eatontown

Lakewood

Freehold

Red Bank-Shrewsbury

Little Silver-Oceanport

The Wall Twp Farmers Market is your go-to spot each week for fresh, local, and handmade goods—all in a welcoming, easy-to-shop outdoor setting.
We’ve carefully curated a mix of farmers, food vendors, and small businesses so you can shop with purpose without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you’re grabbing farm-fresh produce, picking up something delicious for the weekend, or discovering a new favorite vendor, every visit offers something special.
✨ What to expect:
<ul><li>Fresh, locally grown produce</li><li>Baked goods, prepared foods, and sweet treats</li><li>Handmade items and unique finds</li><li>A rotating lineup of vendors and food trucks</li><li>A relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere</li></ul>
This market is built for the community—and it grows when the community shows up. When you support small businesses here, you’re helping the market thrive week after week.
Stop by, take a walk, say hello to your local vendors, and make the Wall Township Farmers Market part of your weekly routine. 💚Need additional information? Contact eh Market Organizer at info@hearhereevents.com

Local Event: Your new weekly tradition starts here 🌞

Your new weekly tradition starts here 🌞

The Wall Twp Farmers Market is your go-to spot each week for fresh, local, and handmade goods—all in a welcoming, easy-to-shop...

All Saints Church

Join us for a special book signing and picnic featuring Mariann Edgar Budde, Episcopal Bishop of Washington, DC. Attendees can hear her read from her new book for children, I Can Learn to Be Brave, which will be released by Penguin Books on July 7. Copies will be available for purchase on-site, along with her New York Times bestseller How We Learn to Be Brave (for adults).
Admission is free, and all ages are welcome!&nbsp;

Local Event: Mariann Edgar Budde book event

Mariann Edgar Budde book event

Join us for a special book signing and picnic featuring Mariann Edgar Budde, Episcopal Bishop of Washington, DC. Attendees can...

Algonquin Arts Theatre

Based on the hit film, Shrek: The Musical is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud spectacle filled with outrageous characters and irresistible humor. Join Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and a host of familiar fairy-tale favorites on a heartwarming adventure about love, acceptance, and finding your place in the world.

Local Event: SHREK: The Musical; July 11-July 26

SHREK: The Musical; July 11-July 26

Based on the hit film, Shrek: The Musical is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud spectacle filled with outrageous characters and...

Garden State Classical Academy in Sea Girt has been selected by the Denise Catalano &amp; Jerry SpumbergTrust to offer multiple full scholarships to children of veterans in Monmouth and Ocean counties.
The new scholarship opportunity will help qualifying families access a Christian classical education centered on academic excellence, character, citizenship, and virtue.
As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, Garden State Classical Academy is honored to partner with the Trust to recognize the service and sacrifice of America&rsquo;s veterans by investing in the education of their children.
Scholarship applications are now being accepted for the upcoming school year. Families of veterans who are interested in learning more or applying are encouraged to visit the Garden State Classical Academy website.
Garden State Classical Academy is an independent Christian classical school located in Sea Girt, New Jersey, serving students in preschool through fifth grade.
Learn more and apply at gsclassical.org.

Monmouth

Sea Girt

New Scholarships for Children of Veterans...

Garden State Classical Academy in Sea Girt has been selected by the Denise Catalano & Jerry SpumbergTrust to offer multiple full scholarships to...

New Scholarships for Children of Veterans Announced at Garden State Classical Academy

Vacant Motel Collapses In Monmouth County: See...

The collapse follows days of heavy rain and flooding that have drenched parts of the Garden State.

Vacant Motel Collapses In Monmouth County: See The Video

Crime & Safety

🌱 Patch AM: How Wall’s water system was hit in...

Happening soon: Your new weekly tradition starts here 🌞 on the Wall Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How Wall’s water system was hit in New Jersey’s 70 mph storms

Community Corner

Camden County

Cherry Hill

Tractor Flips Over, Kills Boy On South Jersey...

The 13-year-old was helping to dig holes using the vehicle, Franklin Township police said. 

Tractor Flips Over, Kills Boy On South Jersey Farm, Police Say

Tractor Flips Over, Kills Boy On NJ Farm, Police Say

NJ Music Icons To Be Inducted Into Basie Center...

The performers will be the newest inductees of the Walk of Fame, with an induction ceremony set to take place this summer.

NJ Music Icons To Be Inducted Into Basie Center Walk Of Fame

Arts & Entertainment

Person Pulled From 6-Foot-Deep Trench At The...

The person was rescued Monday morning in Point Pleasant Beach as storms were moving in. 

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