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Carly Baldwin

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4JG Orchards & Vineyards

Join us for a lively discussion with author Rich Geffken. Our winery is truly on the road to the Revolutionary War and includes a rich past! — the 250th Anniversary of our nation is a great time to revisit the past here in Colts Neck and the role it played in the foundation of our country. Rich will begin speaking at 1pm. All guests of the winery are welcomed to visit. 
Pack a picnic and enjoy the history and great wines from 4JG’s Vineyards! 4JG’s is an award-winning winery still making history after 300 years! 
Entrance Fee is $20 per adult (all guests must be 21+) and includes the wine tasting.&nbsp; History Never Tasted So Good!

Local Event: Celebrate the Birth of the US and learn Colts Neck's role in the battle for freedom!

Celebrate the Birth of the US and learn Colts...

Join us for a lively discussion with author Rich Geffken.  Our winery is truly on the road to the Revolutionary War and...

Celebrate the Birth of the US and learn Colts Neck's role in the battle for freedom!

Pilgrim Baptist Church

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Summer season starts Monday, May 25, 7pm, at Pilgrim Baptist Church in Red Bank, NJ. This summer our theme is “Music From the Movies”, including Footloose, Grease, Mamma Mia, Dirty Dancing, James Bond, Hair, and many more.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

Local Event: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY...

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Summer season starts Monday, May 25, 7pm, at Pilgrim...

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

618 Restaurant - Banquets

Join our Y on Thursday, May 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 618 Restaurant in Freehold<a href="https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-2.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><img src="https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier.png" srcset="https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-116x150.png 116w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-200x259.png 200w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-232x300.png 232w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-400x518.png 400w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-600x776.png 600w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-768x994.png 768w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-791x1024.png 791w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-800x1035.png 800w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-1187x1536.png 1187w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier-1200x1553.png 1200w, https://ymcanj.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8514-FHY-Community-Celebration-Flier.png 1545w"></a> for an evening celebrating community impact and honoring individuals who have made outstanding contributions to positive outcomes for local children and families.
Congratulations to our award recipients! Maureen Fasano RED TRIANGLE AWARD
Freehold Municipal Alliance COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD
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All proceeds support the Freehold Family YMCA Annual Campaign, ensuring access to Y programs for all.

Local Event: Freehold Family YMCA Community Celebration

Freehold Family YMCA Community Celebration

 Join our Y on Thursday, May 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 618 Restaurant in Freehold for an evening celebrating community impact and...

Dorbrook Recreation Area

Monmouth County, NJ — A new step toward inclusive play and communication access is coming to Dorbrook Park with the installation and official unveiling of an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) board, the first of its kind in the local park system.
The communication board is designed to support children and adults who are non-speaking, minimally speaking, or who benefit from visual language supports. By using symbols and pictures representing core words, social phrases, and common playground vocabulary, the board allows users to express needs, make comments, ask questions, and engage more fully with peers during play.
The installation at Dorbrook Park reflects a growing community commitment to accessibility and inclusion in everyday environments—not just clinical or school settings. Advocates emphasize that language learning and communication development happen best across natural contexts, especially in places where children gather, play, and interact.
Speech-language pathologists involved in the project highlight that AAC is not limited to individuals with complex communication needs, but can also benefit early language learners, children with language delays, and those developing social communication skills. Exposure to robust language models in real-world environments helps build vocabulary, support joint attention, and encourage reciprocal interaction between peers.
“This is about giving every child a voice at the park,” said one local clinician involved in the initiative. “When communication tools are available in community spaces, we reduce barriers and increase opportunities for connection.”
The board includes a range of core words such as go, stop, help, want, and play, along with fringe vocabulary related to playground equipment, social interaction, and emotions. Families, caregivers, and peers are encouraged to model language use on the board during play to support natural language development.
The AAC installation at Dorbrook Park is expected to serve as a model for future inclusive communication access points throughout Monmouth County parks and surrounding communities.
<h3>With Gratitude</h3>
This project would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors: the Red Bank Rotary, Spot On Therapy Services, Manasquan Bank, and Ivy Hill Preschool. Their commitment to inclusion and community access helped bring this vision to life and expand communication opportunities for all children.
Community members are invited to visit Dorbrook Park to explore the board, learn how it works, and experience how simple tools can create meaningful access for all communicators.
<h3>About AAC</h3>
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) includes all forms of communication beyond spoken language, including gestures, pictures, communication boards, and speech-generating devices. AAC supports individuals of all ages in expressing themselves and participating more fully in daily life.

Local Event: Unveiling of first AAC communication board at Dorbrook Park

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Monmouth County, NJ — A new step toward inclusive play and communication access is coming to Dorbrook Park with the...

Unveiling of first AAC communication board at Dorbrook Park

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