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Good morning Monmouth County! If we have one recommendation for the week ahead, aside from staying dry, it’s to check out JSoul at Porta tomorrow night.
Let’s Gooo!!
~ Amanda & Rob
Today’s Buzz 🐝
📚 Not Lucille by Local Author Mike Steele
👕 New 2 You Kids Fall Consignment Sale
👻 Haunted History of New Jersey
🍎 Farmers Markets
🍁 Fall Festivals
🐟 Saltwater Bar & Kitchen Closes Doors
🧀 Charcuterie Classes
🎨 Rose Reilly Leonard Art Show
🎭 Nacho Ate Spiderman
🎶 JSoul at Porta
⚽ Brookdale Soccer
🌊 Ocean Temp/Tides
📰 NEWS
📚 Not Lucille by Local Author Mike Steele
Local literary talent is making headlines across Monmouth County following major national recognition for a Tinton Falls educator. Mike Steele, the lower school librarian at Ranney School, recently earned the prestigious Imadjinn Award for Best Middle Grade Book at the Imaginarium Convention for his debut historical fiction novel, Not Lucille.
Set against the backdrop of a 1931 Italian American neighborhood in Trenton, the award-winning book follows a spirited and curious 10-year-old girl inspired by Steele's own grandmother. Beyond capturing regional hearts and earning acclaim from students on campus, Steele hopes the story provides meaningful representation for neurodivergent readers, successfully blending local pride with a heartwarming message for a younger generation.
🎡 FAMILY
Fall Fun Fest | 9/12-10/31 | Sat/Sun 9:30am-4:30pm | Maple Leaf Farms, Manalapan | info
A. Casola Farms Fall Fest | 9/19-10/31 | Sat/Sun 9am-5pm | A. Casola Farms, Holmdel | info
New 2 You Kids Fall Consignment Sale | 9/28-10/1 | Mon-Wed 9am-8pm, Thur 9am-12pm | Brookdale CC, Lincroft | info
Storytime & Craft | 9/29-10/1 | 11am | Monmouth Museum, Lincroft | info
Elementary to Middle School Transition Group | 9/29 | 6pm-7pm | YMCA Counseling, Matawan | info
Tween Video Game Night | 9/30 | 5:30pm | Asbury Park Library, Asbury Park | info
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🕺 JUST FUN
U-Pick Sunflowers | 9/10-10/12 | Fri-Sun 9am-6pm | Holland Ridge Farms, Cream Ridge | info
Fall Festival | 9/19-11/1 | Various times | Twin Pond Farm (49 Howell Rd), Freehold | info
2026 Fall Festival | 9/19-11/8 | Various times | Happy Day Farm, Manalapan | info
Line Dancing Mondays | 9/28 | 6pm-10pm | Beach Haus Brewery, Belmar | info
Line Dancing Under the Stars | 9/30 | 6pm-8pm | Carousel Stage- Pier Village, Long Branch | info
Cigars & Sunsets on The Rooftop Wednesdays | 9/30 | 6pm-10pm | Beach Haus Brewery, Belmar | info
Dancing with Their Stars | 9/30 | 6pm-10pm | Eagle Oaks Country Club, Farmingdale | info
18th Annual Caring with Karaoke | 9/30 | 7pm-10pm | Wonder Bar, Asbury Park | info
Private Group Tour of the Paranormal Museum | 9/30, 10/1 | Wed 12pm, 1:15pm, 2:30pm, 3:45pm, Thur 12pm, 1:15pm, 2:30pm | The Paranormal Museum, Asbury Park | info
Ghosts of the Boardwalk Tour | 10/1 | 7pm | The Paranormal Museum, Asbury Park | info
🍔 FOOD & 🍹 DRINK
🐟 Saltwater Bar & Kitchen Closes
The Highlands dining community received sad news this week as Saltwater Bar & Kitchen officially ceased operations after a memorable two-year run at 128 Bay Avenue. Helmed by Chef Mike Metzner—affectionately known across the local culinary scene as “Big Mike”—the neighborhood staple announced its closure on Thursday, September 24, thanking patrons and staff for their unwavering passion, loyalty, and shared memories. Celebrated for its elevated coastal comfort food, fresh local seafood, creative craft cocktails, and relaxed bayside charm, the restaurant quickly established itself as a welcoming waterfront haven for locals and visitors alike. While the sudden farewell marks the end of an era along the Bay Avenue dining corridor, Big Mike’s imprint on the Jersey Shore’s hospitality culture remains deeply felt, drawing an outpouring of support and gratitude from across Monmouth County as he embarks on his next culinary chapter.
Bell Works Fresh Farmers & Makers Market | 9/30 | 11am-4pm | Bell Works, Holmdel | info
Lake Como Farmer's Market | 9/30 | 3pm-8pm | Lakefront (North Blvd & Main St), Lake Como/Belmar | info
Tall Oaks Farm & Makers Market | 9/30 | 4pm-8pm | Tall Oaks Farm & Brewery, Farmingdale | info
Zappa Food Truck | 9/30 | 4pm-8pm | Tall Oaks Farm & Brewery, Farmingdale | info
Coastal Italian Cuisine | 9/30 | 6pm-8:30pm | Taste and Technique, Fair Haven | info
Cheese All That- Charcuterie Making Workshop | 9/30 | 7pm | Wheelhouse Distilling, Neptune | info
West End Farmers Market | 10/1 | 9am-2pm | West End Park, Long Branch | info
Oyster Night on The Rooftop Thursdays | 10/1 | 6pm-8pm | Beach Haus Brewery, Belmar | info
Charcuterie Class with Olive & Oak | 10/1 | 6:30pm-8pm | Taste and Technique, Fair Haven | info
🎨 ART, HISTORY & EDUCATION
Blake Patterson's Wood Bowls | 8/15-9/28 | Mon-Thur 9am-9pm, Fri/Sat 9am-5pm | Shrewsbury Library, Shrewsbury | info
A Sunny Day in the Shade Exhibit | 9/4-10/9 | Mon-Fri 9am-10pm, Sat/Sun 9am-7pm | Pollak Gallery- MCA, W. Long Branch | info
La Familia- Exhibit Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month | 9/4-9/30 | Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm | The Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center, Long Branch | info
Jonas Mekas Film and Art Exhibit | 9/14-12/15 | Mon-Fri 10am-5pm | Rotary Ice House Gallery- MCA, W. Long Branch | info
Daniel Johnston: I am a Baby in My Universe II | 9/14-12/15 | Mon-Fri 10am-5pm | DiMattio Gallery at Rechnitz Hall- MCA, W. Long Branch | info
Raw Power: Shepard Fairey Exhibit | 9/17-10/16 | Wed-Sun 11am-6pm | The Art Spot, Asbury Park | info
Raw Power: Shepard Fairey Exhibit | 9/17-10/16 | Mon 12pm-5pm, Thur 12pm-7pm, Fri/Sat 12pm-9pm, Sun 11am-7pm | Parlor Gallery, Asbury Park | info
The Grind We Live In- Opening Reception | 9/27-10/8 | Tues-Sun 10am-4pm | Nilson Gallery- Monmouth Museum, Lincroft | info
2026 Book Sale | 9/28-9/30 | Mon 10am-8:45pm, Tues/Wed 9am-8:45pm | Wall Library, Wall | info
On Display Rose Reilly Leonard Annual Art Show | 9/28-10/1 | Mon 10am-9pm, Tues-Thur 9am-9pm | Wall Library, Wall | info
Pet Portrait Watercolor Class | 9/28 | 6pm-8pm | Tall Oaks Farm + Brewery, Farmingdale | info
Beginner's Sewing Class - Sew a Book Sleeve In-Person | 9/28 | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Middletown Library, Middletown | info
Intro to Microsoft Word | 9/29 | 2:15pm-4pm | Launch Center, Asbury Park | info
The Haunted History of New Jersey | 9/29 | 6pm-7:30pm | Wall Library, Wall | info
Ask Art Exhibit Opening | 9/29 | 7pm | 3BR Distillery, Keyport | info
Freedom's Battleground: A Traveling Exhibit of Monmouth 250 celebration | 9/30-10/31 | Wed/Thur 9am-9pm | Shrewsbury Library, Shrewsbury | info
Morning of Birding | 9/30 | 8:30pm-10:30pm | American Littoral Society HQ (18 Hartshorne Dr), Highlands | info
Honey Bees: A Powerful Pollinator | 9/30 | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Manalapan Library, Manalapan | info
Book Sale | 10/1-10/31 | Thur 10am-9pm | Allentown Library, Allentown | info
The Heart is Revealed in the Deed | 10/1-11/4 | Thur 9am-9pm | Shrewsbury Library, Shrewsbury | info
Victorian Funeral Customs | 10/1 | 6:30pm-7:30pm | Atlantic Highlands Library, Atlantic Highlands | info
Bless This Mess: How to Prep Your Garden for Winter | 10/1 | 7pm-8:30pm | Manalapan Library, Manalapan | info
🎭 THEATER, CINEMA & COMEDY
Come From Away | 9/12-10/4 | Various times | Bell Theater, Holmdel | info
August Wilson's The Piano Lesson | 9/12-10/4 | Various times | Two River Theater, Red Bank | info
Bards | 9/28 | 7pm-10pm | My Way Cafe, Long Branch | info
Nacho Ate Spiderman | 10/1-10/25 | Thur 7pm | NJ Repertory Company, Long Branch | info
Open Mic Comedy Night | 10/1 | 7pm | Count Basie- Cinema House, Red Bank | info
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🎸 LIVE MUSIC 🎙
🎶 JSoul at Porta
Jonathan Guilfoyle, professionally known as "JSOUL," is a soul singer and DJ from Virginia Beach who captivated national television during Season 11 of NBC's The Voice in 2016. After auditioning nine previous times for the series, the persistent artist finally broke through by delivering a powerhouse performance of Sam Smith's "Stay With Me", earning a coveted spot on coach Adam Levine's team. Though born in Virginia, JSOUL grew up and performed widely around the Jersey Shore, building a strong local following in towns like Toms River and Seaside Heights. Despite exiting the competition during a highly competitive battle round, he parlayed his television exposure into a resilient independent music career, continuing to release soul-infused tracks and perform live across the New Jersey music scene.
Jazz Art Jam Sessions | 9/28 | 6pm-8pm | Triumph Restaurant & Brewery, Red Bank | info
JSoul | 9/28 | 6pm-9pm | Porta, Asbury Park | info
Pier Village Summer Concert Tribute Series- The E-Street Shuffle | 9/28 | 7pm-8:30pm | Carousel Stage- Pier Village, Long Branch | info
Harmony in the Park- Cranston, Redbird, and Ryan | 9/29 | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Veteran's Park, Freehold | info
Bear Ghost | 9/29 | 7pm | House of Independents, Asbury Park | info
Katie Pruitt | 9/29 | 7pm | Wonder Bar, Asbury Park | info
Sentimental Journey Big Band Concert | 9/30 | 5pm | Library Plaza, Sea Girt | info
Brian Kirk & the Jirks | 9/30 | 7pm | The Stone Pony, Asbury Park | info
Fall Concert Series- The Ruckus | 9/30 | 7:30pm-9:30pm | Hall of Records, Freehold | info
Outlander in Concert | 9/30 | 7:30pm | Count Basie- HMH Theatre, Red Bank | info
Open Mic Night | 10/1 | 5:30pm | Wild Air Beerworks, Asbury Park | info
Candlelight Concerts: Coldplay vs Imagine Dragons | 10/1 | 6pm | Pollak Gallery- MCA, W. Long Branch | info
Wyatt Flores | 10/1 | 7pm | The Stone Pony, Asbury Park | info
Thrown | 10/1 | 7pm | House of Independents, Asbury Park | info
Karaoke with Lions Fire Entertainment | 10/1 | 7pm-10pm | 3BR Distillery, Keyport | info
Candlelight Concerts: Tribute to Michael Jackson | 10/1 | 8:30pm | Pollak Gallery- MCA, W. Long Branch | info
🏀 SPORTS
Annual Signature Golf Event | 9/29 | 2pm-7pm | The Colts Neck Golf Club (50 Flock Rd), Colts Neck | info
Brookdale CC Women's Soccer vs Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland | 9/29 | 4pm | Brookdale CC, Lincroft | info
Brookdale CC Women's Volleyball vs Northampton CC | 9/30 | 6pm | Brookdale CC, Lincroft | info
Brookdale CC Men's Soccer vs Ocean CC | 10/1 | 4pm | Brookdale CC, Lincroft | info
🌊 ☀ BEACH
Asbury Park - Ocean Temp. 67°F
Mon 9/28: Low 2:37am | High 8:45am | Low 3:14pm | High 9:10pm | Sunrise 6:50am | Sunset 6:45pm
Tue 9/29: Low 3:16am | High 9:26am | Low 3:59pm | High 9:57pm | Sunrise 6:51am | Sunset 6:43pm
Wed 9/30: Low 3:57am | High 10:14am | Low 4:47pm | High 10:52pm | Sunrise 6:52am | Sunset 6:42pm
Thu 10/1: Low 4:42am | High 11:09am | Low 5:41pm | High 11:54pm | Sunrise 6:52am | Sunset 6:40pm
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