Day 38

There are multiple reasons to visit breathtaking Ocean Grove, but the most impressive structure in the community is definitely worth a stop:

THE GREAT AUDITORIUM IN OCEAN GROVE

22 Pilgrim Pathway, Ocean Grove

The center of activity here since 1894, and still basically the same structure! The largest enclosed auditorium in New Jersey and known for its excellent acoustics is the heart of Ocean Grove's "Camp Meeting Association, holding services and shows for over 100 years.

This Summer be on the lookout for:

Smokey Robinson
The Beach Boys
Abba
America
...and others along with:

regular organ recitals
1,000 voice choir concert
Orchestra concerts
Doo Wop & more!

Day 37

In addition to a brisk walk on the beach, perhaps check out one of the various offerings of

YOGA ON THE BEACH


If there is a beach, there's a good chance that there is an early morning or cool evening yoga class happening. Its hard to imagine a better setting with a clean beach around you and the sound of the crashing waves, not to mention the likelihood of a bikini or 2!

What exactly is Yoga? Yoga is a form of exercise that uses slow movements and stretching. It is good for increasing flexibility and balance. It is also good for relieving stress and relaxing. Yoga has been used as a meditation technique for thousands of years. As you exercise, you meditate on what your body is feeling and try to be "one with the universe."

Check your local community calendar, or look online. njbeachyoga.com is one example! The beach is YOURS afterall, go become "one" with it.

Day 36

When did Tuesday nights become the best night of the week to go out? If you are looking for something other than Bar A for a change, check out:

OPEN JAM GAME NIGHT at HIGH VELOCITY


Tuesday nights, 7pm - 2am
226 Atlantic City Blvd.
Beachwood, NJ 08722 732-341-1055

Must be 21 for this one! Enjoy an open-mic jam, Guitar Hero, Trivia & great drink specials! Be on the lookout for "band idol" competitions as well.

For the rest of the week High Velocity has the following:

On Mondays it hosts games of the American Poolplayers Association, as well as matches of World Tavern Poker with Richie. Wednesdays have karaoke contests with Rocken Ray and Thursday is a beer pong challenge night for the ladies with DJ Ryan. Friday and Saturday feature local cover bands, and Sunday has open pool tables and karaoke. Add to all of this revelry the fact that every day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. the bar offers $2 beers and that it stays open until 2 a.m. every night, and you've got plans for a great night out any day of the week.

Day 35

This Year, Summer Starts Sooner!

THE THIRD ANNUAL SEASIDE MUSIC FESTIVAL


...will rock the Jersey Shore May 20-22 at bars, clubs, and restaurants in Seaside Heights, NJ. This FREE 3-day music festival is the place for bands, music fans, families and everyone in between to Start Summer Sooner in Seaside Heights with live performances and special events.


This year, the festival features:
•Local, regional, and national performers
•12 venues including 2 all-ages stages
•The Beach Stage located on the sand outside of The Aztec
•Thursday night festival kick-off party hosted by 94.3 The Point & Metromix at The Aztec Bar
•Wakeboard clinic with Barooo Surf Shop
•Seaside Heights boardwalk rides & amusements open for business
•and more!!!

Catch showcases at the participating venues:
The Aztec | Jack & Bill's | Spicy's | Jimbo's | JR's | The Beach Bar | The El Camino | Beach Stage | Klee's | Luna Rosa | Hemingway's

CLICK HERE to go to the website for details on events/schedule and more!

Day 34

This was my 2nd post ever but it warrants another plug because it is THIS SATURDAY and you don't want to miss:

21st ANNUAL TOMS RIVER CHILI & SALSA COOKOFF


Billed as the best cookoff in New Jersey, the day long event is slated for Saturday May 15, 2010 in downtown Tom's River. 11am to 5pm

Live entertainment, vendors, crafts...truly a great way transition from Spring to Summer here at the shore!

Visit the Toms River website for more info and check out the chili pepper you can print out and have your child color and possibly win the coloring contest!

Day 33

With Memorial Day around the corner, its time to "Blast Off" into the summer with the

95.5 WPLJ Scott & Todd's SUMMER BLASTOFF CONCERT


In Point Pleasant Beach at Jenkinson's...the festivities start EARLY on Friday morning, May 28!

Early as in sunrise early: 6am to 10am so don't plan on getting much sleep that Thursday night! Scott & Todd of 95.5 WPLJ broadcast their show right from here and are always joined by a big name band or singer or two...


Its always the 11th hour before we are alerted as to who will be headlining this event, but some conspicuous clues are within this post, so have fun and welcome Summer 2010!

Day 32

Who doesn't love a good festival? This Saturday & Sunday, check out the

2nd ANNUAL TUCKERTON SEAPORT IRISH FESTIVAL



Admission: Adults: $10, children 12 and under free, Seaport and A.O.H. Members Free.
Hosted in conjunction with the Ocean County A.O.H. Fr. Duffy Div. 2. Bring the whole clan! Enjoy live Irish bands, pipers, step dancers, Celtic crafts, artists and vendors. Delicious food and outdoor beer garden. Irish mass on Sunday 11am.
All moms free on Sunday for Mother’s Day. Shuttle buses both day.

Where and what exactly is this place? The Tuckerton Seaport, a working maritime village, is located along the Tuckerton Creek. This one-of-a-kind attraction, in the heart of historic Tuckerton NJ, brings the Jersey Shore’s maritime traditions of the past and present to life through people, exhibits and hands-on activities. Discover the Jersey Shore’s unique maritime heritage and the interaction between culture and nature on the Barnegat Bay. Experience the rich traditions of the Jersey Shore and its Baymen through the Seaport’s recreated and historic buildings, demonstrations, interpretive exhibits, events, festivals like the Irish fest this weekend, live aquatic displays and more.


Decoy carvers, boat builders, basket makers, and baymen entertain, educate and delight visitors of all ages. Stroll the 3/4 mile boardwalk and experience life on the Tuckerton "Crik". Identify birds and plants on their 1/4 mile nature trail. Tour their site and view garveys, sneakboxes, cruising yachts and party boats displayed on land and water.

Day 31

Gaining in popularity every year, its actually a mystery why its not bigger than it is already:

CINCO DE MAYO ON THE NJ SHORE!


Its a beautiful day today, and if you need an excuse to immerse yourself in Mexico culture then today is it!

The holiday is not to be confused with Mexico's Independence from Spain, but originates from its war with France in which Mexico and their 4000 troops prevailed over 8000 French. We appreciate and honor their history and culture by beating pinatas, eating & drinking at the many Mexican establishments, or perhaps by ordering Margaritas and Tequila from anywhere!

While anyplace is good regarding the latter (Patio Bar in Point Pleasant Beach anyone?) a few places around the shore will offer a more authentic experience...

Casa Comida in Long Branch with $2 Margaritas and $2 Coronas all day and night! Craig Daniels will be preforming at 7pm and don't forget to enter our prize drawings this year! Prizes Include:

-$500 Travel Voucher
-Stainless Steel Corona Beer Cooler
-Corona Bicycle
-Gift Certificates
-And More!

MCLOONES - ALL locations, will be offering specials all day and night!


LANGOSTA LOUNGE in Asbury Park also really embraces the holiday featuring pinatas, sombreros, beer specials and tequila drinks, she said. Tonight, it will feature a performance by Xol Azul, a Latin rock band.

Other locations along the shore to check out THIS WEEKEND include:

-Joey Harrisons Surf Clue in Ortley Beach

-Hemingway's in Seaside

-The Sawmill in Seaside

Day 30

You don't need a rainy day as an excuse to spend part of your day shopping at

JERSEY SHORE PREMIUM OUTLETS

120 Stores featuring kids clothing, shoes, top brand fashion, house & home and more! There is food, an area for kids to play & always great deals to be found!



Find impressive savings at Adidas, Banana Republic, BCBG Max Azria, Burberry, Calvin Klein, Cole Haan, Elie Tahari, J.Crew, Juicy Couture, Kate Spade, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors, Nike, Sony, Theory, Tommy Hilfiger, Ugg.

May is National Military Appreciation Month!!
May 1 - 31
Premium Outlets salutes the Military during the month of May, National Military Appreciation Month. Additional savings are being offered to all military personnel who present their Military ID at the Information Center.

Located right off the Garden State Parkway @ Exit 100

Day 29

Today isn't about something to do on the New Jersey Shore...IT IS the New Jersey Shore!

ASBURY PARK PRESS "Shore Thing" Sweepstakes! Grand Prize: WIN A VACATION RENTAL AT THE BEACH FOR A WEEK!



We are talking about the week leading up to Labor Day weekend here! August 28 to September 4...entry forms can be found in Sunday editions of Asbury Park Press, Courier Post, Home News Tribune, Courier News, Daily Record or the Saturday edition of the Daily Journal

Send in 1 entry per week!

Other prizes include:

-use of the SKYBOX at a Lakewood Blueclaws game w/ dinner for 20!
-Monmouth Park - Day of Races & use of the parterre & dinner for 8
-Six Flags Great Adventure, Family Fun Pack for 4

Good Luck!

Naturally, if you don't want to leave your summer vacation up to chance call Prudential Zack Shore Properties to arrange your special time on the New Jersey Shore now!

Day 28

Nothing like spending a Saturday or Sunday at

MONMOUTH PARK - "The Shore's Greatest Stretch"



Set to open May 22, Monmouth Park offers a rare mix of family fun and excitement. The prospect of picking a winning bet isn't so bad either! Monmouth Park has been a Shore tradition since 1870. Today, the track is nestled in beautiful Oceanport, just off the Garden State Parkway and a few steps from its own stop on the NJ Transit train!! Pack a cooler, maybe get ahold of some clubhouse tickets, watch the horses in the paddock before they thunder on down the track!


On Sundays and holidays, Monmouth Park features "Family Fun Days" also...

Family Fun Days are every Sunday and Holiday Memorial Day to Labor Day from 12 noon - 4 pm.

All Activities are FREE and include:

•Pony Rides
•Face Painters
•Clowns
•Bounce House
•Live Music
Grandstand admission is $3, children 12 and under are always admitted free. Come out and see why Asbury Park Press readers named Monmouth Park one of the "Best Family Attractions in Monmouth County."

Day 27

One can spend hours in this next destination...located right on the boardwalk in Asbury Park, check out the:

SILVERBALL MUSEUM - aka PINBALL HALL OF FAME


The classic pinball machines you will experience are the best of the more than 6000 pinball machines manufactured between 1933 and 1979. Other classic pinball games will be rotated in as they are shopped, obtained, loaned or consigned to our pinball museum. We hope you enjoy our slice of Americana, located in Asbury Park. It will be great for the whole family to enjoy a fun filled day of pinball games when you are visiting Asbury Park.

100 of the top games of all time, to include:

Cow Poke
EM
Evel Kneivel
98 or so other classics primarily from the 60’s and 70’s maybe your childhood favorite is there!

All are set on free play! Come and re-live those great boardwalk memories, bring the whole family!!

1 hr pass: $10
1/2 hr pass: $7.50
Daily Re-entry Pass: $20
Weekend (3 day) Pass – $50

Day 26

Can't talk about the Jersey Shore and not discuss Lighthouses! We've already featured the Sea Girt Light, now we head south to Victorian Cape May for the:

CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE


Located just 2 miles from Cape May in Cape May Point State Park, Lower Township. Built in 1859.

Nearly 100,000 visitors a year now experience a visit to the top of the lighthouse, participating in a century old rite of a visit to the Jersey Shore. Climb 199 steps to the top for a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay. Open daily. Evening trolley tours. Museum shop.

For those who choose not to climb, the Oil House contains a fully-accessible visitors' orientation center and a Museum Shop stocked with maritime accessories and memorabilia.


In 1882, the Cape May Ocean Wave reported that "the gentleman superintendent in charge [of the lighthouse], Mr. Samuel Stillwell, takes pleasure in showing visitors who have the nerve and strength of limb to the top, the interior of the lantern, and explaining the interesting operations of the light. A very picturesque view of the sea, bay, and country may also be obtained from the giddy heights of the edifice."

In 1897, the newspaper made it clear that a visit to the lighthouse was a requisite part of one's vacation: "One of the interesting features to Cape May summer visitors is a journey to the top of the lighthouse."

Day 25

ARRRRRRRRRRR, time to test ye sea legs and pack up the kids or plan the next birthday party at:

JERSEY SHORE PIRATES


Come sail with Jersey Shore Pirates as we bring the most unique form of family entertainment to the NJ Shore area. Bring your young pirates aboard the Sea Gypsy for a swashbuckling Pirate Adventure on the Metedeconk River. Your mini mates will have the opportunity to dress-up like pirates, get face painted with pirate tattoos, and learn some pirate lingo before setting sail on an hour and fifteen minute long action packed adventure.

Once on board, the mates will participate in an interactive treasure hunt on the high seas. They will learn the rules of the Sea Gypsy pirate ship, read a treasure map, discover a secret message in a bottle, and work as a team to defeat the enemy pirate who has stolen the keys to their treasure. Prepare to man our famous water cannons to win back the keys from our nemesis Pirate Pete! Once we have won back the keys, we're off in search of the sunken treasure. X marks the spot for our crew's hard earned spoils. The mates will use all of their might to hoist the treasure from the seas below onto the Sea Gypsy. Their reward: each child takes with them a handful of loot and a lifetime of authentic pirate tales to tell.


The adventure continues when we discover the secret stash of Pete's Grog and celebrate by dancing the Pirate Limbo as we safely return to port.

While the adventure is the focus of our mates, SAFETY is the focus of our experienced captain and crew aboard our Coast Guard Certified Vessel. Jersey Shore Pirates is conveniently located in Riverfront Marina on Princeton Avenue in Brick NJ, next to the beautiful Windward Beach Park. This complete adventure lasts a total of an hour and forty five minutes from face paint and dress up to our triumphant return to the dock.

Day 24

"Jersey Shore Restaurant Week" is coming to a close this weekend, but make sure you find some time this saturday at one of 6 restaurants participating in:

BURGERS, BLOODYS, & BREWS


So popular at the November Restaurant Week, we’ve brought it back.
Enjoy a choice of 3 types of burgers, three kinds of Bloody Mary and three types of beer at a special price.

12-3pm

Hosts:

Harpoon Willy’s, Manasquan

Live Music from Noon to 4 with Chris Thomas

Burger & Bloody Mary or Brew $12

Burgers:
Pork Burger with Sliced Pineapple & Honey Mustard BBQ on Wheat Pita
Green Beef Burger
Grilled Veggie Beef Burger

Bloodies:
Clamato Bloody
Irish Bloody with Guinness Topper
Atomic Bloody
Old Faithful

Brews:
Lagunitas IPA
Sam Adams Summer Ale
Yuengling Lager

Colts Neck Inn, Colts Neck


St. Stephens Green, Spring Lake Heights
Kobe Beef Sliders with Brie and a Tomato Jam

Lamb Sliders with Fontina Cheese, Cured Tomato & Rosemary Garlic Aioli
Turkey Sliders with Swiss Cheese & Mango-Cranberry Chutney
Publick House Slider Sampler – One of each – $7.50

Boston’s, Toms River

Bloodies
Boston’s Classic Bloody Mary
Jerry’s Special Spice Blend with V-8 and Tomato Juice
7 Pepper Blend Bloody Mary

Burgers

Hot & Bleu Burger
New Yorker
Boston

Beers
Sam Adams Summer
Landshark
Leinekugel Summer Shandy

One Bloody. One Burger. One Beer $ 14.99

Brickwall Tavern, Asbury Park
$12
Select One
BRICKWALL Bloody Mary
Bloody Ceaser (Clamato Juice)
Bloody Bombay (Curry Spiked)
Palm Belgian Lager
Stone IPA
Purple Haze

Select One
Chef’s Burger – Boursin Cheese, Mushrooms, Onions
Turkey Burger – Red Onion, Green Apple, Chipotle Mayo
Veggie Burger Triple Decker – Avocado & Red Onion Salsa, Cumin Yogurt

Basil T’s, Red Bank

Choose a Burger made with Black Angus beef, an Award Winning Microbrewed Beer (made here) or a Bloody Mary of your choice. $12

Burgers:

“Big Vic Burger”
PLT Burger
Arugula Burger
Formaggio Burger


Our Beers:

Ms. Lucy’s Weimaraner Wheat
A filtered American-style wheat beer with a refreshingly clean character. Blond in color and lightly hopped with Saaz hops.
Rosie’s Tale Waggin’ Pale Ale
A classic American Pale Ale characteristically well-hopped with Cascade hops. Fermented cool for a dry, crisp quality.
Basil’s Rocket Red Ale
A medium-bodied amber ale with a nice malty flavor accented with caramel malts and well-balanced with Crystal hops. 5.0% abv.
Maxwell’s Dry Stout
A classic Stout with roasted barley bitterness and a dense, creamy head. A touch of coffee adds to the rich, complex character.

Our Seasonal Beers change accordingly and include a wide array of styles. Please ask your server or bartender about our current seasonal brew.

Bloody Marys:

The Standard
Vongole Mary
Diavlo Mary
“this one is spicy”

Wine Tasting featuring St. Francis Red and other wines from the Kick-Off Party:
Spirit of ’76, Manasquan
Egan’s Sea Girt and Spring Lake
Max’s, Neptune
4-6pm

After Hours at Chico’s House of Jazz, Lake Street, Asbury Park
Live jazz. $5

***Show a dinner receipt from Langosta Lounge, Moonstruck, Brickwall Tavern, McLoone’s Asbury Grill, Trinity and Pope and get FREE admission.***

More info: JERSEYSHORERESTAURANTWEEK.com

Day 23

On this gloomy wet day I could only think of indoor related activities so the next time you need to get out of the house or maybe plan a birthday party, don't forget about

AQUARIUM'S OF THE NJ SHORE


JENKINSON'S AQUARIUM: It doesn't have to be raining to enjoy Jenkinson's Aquarium in Point Pleasant Beach, but it is a great option in addition to the arcades & other attractions available. A public display aquarium open YEAR ROUND, housing African penguins, Harbor seals, sharks, reptiles, parrots, touch tanks, and a variety of fish. Located on a boardwalk with seasonal rides, arcades, shops, restaurants, fun house and miniature golf. Group rates, guided tours, kid's programs and birthday parties available!

ADVENTURE AQUARIUM: Located in Camden, this fun-filled aquarium features sea life and wildlife exhibits. There is a West African River experience with hippopotamuses, a shark realm with a walk-through tunnel, seal shores, and much more. There are areas available for private bookings, ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or even weddings. Definitely a whole day trip here!

ATLANTIC CITY AQUARIUM: It isn't too much of a gamble to expect a good time here...try to make it for “Dive and Dine” which features the aquarium’s diver in the 25,000 gallon “Fish of the Mid-Atlantic” tank. Audiences can watch and interact with the diver as she hand-feeds cownose rays, swims with nurse sharks, and dives with dogfish in the tank. Participants also have the opportunity to interact with the diver asking questions during the show. This underwater picnic is included with paid admission to the aquarium. The feeding show lasts approximately 20 minutes with a question and answer session afterward.

Day 21 & Day 22

My apologies for missing yesterday...fear not though as I've made up for that today with 2 options both during the peak of "Jersey Shore Restaurant Week"!!!

TONIGHT, Tues April 21 - ST. FRANCIS "RED" NIGHT - 4 different locations, check it out!!!

Enjoy this succulent blend of 48% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Syrah, 3% Zinfandel and 6% Mixed Blacks (Cabernet Franc, Grenache, Alicante, Malbec) for only $5 and paired with delicious appetizers.


5-7pm

Hosts:

Rellas, Brielle – offering $1 buffalo shrimp skewers, $1 mini pizzas & $1 mini prime rib sliders

Avenue, Long Branch – offering $1.5o Malpeque Oysters and $0.75 little neck clams, in addition to their LeBar Menu

Mister C’s, Allenhurst – offering $1 stuffed mushrooms, clams oreganata, chicken-on-a-stick & beef kabobs

Danny’s Steakhouse, Red Bank

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Later in the week on Thursday, get your James Bond on with some martinis...

Thursday, April 22, 2010
Tito’s ‘Tini Night

$5 TITO'S HANDMADE VODKA MARTINIS WITH HOST PREPARED APPETIZERS


5-7pm

Hosts:

Mahogany Grill, Manasquan

Trinity & the Pope, Asbury Park

Avenue, Long Branch

Buena Sera, Red Bank

Giamano’s, Bradley Beach

Day 20

If you don't have a chance to make it out for "Jersey Shore Restaurant Week", maybe this popular event is for you:

TASTE OF SEABRIGHT (restaurant tour/trolley hop)



Saturday May 1, from 12:00 noon to 5:30PM, RAIN OR SHINE!

$40 per ticket This event is truly a "pay one price" all-day event. What that means is EVERYTHING is included: all food, drinks, cocktails, event transportation, giveaways from many of the stops on the map, door prize drawings, a complimentary SBBA backpack - and free entry into the passport drawing if you complete the course. Tipping the bartenders, servers, and trolley/bus drivers, is of course, optional - but recommended.

The following are participating, and if you get your map stamped at every venue then you will have a chance to win a prize up to $1000:

Algarve Milano Restaurant
Anjelicas Restaurant
Bagel Cove
Bain's Hardware
Brooks Seafood/Something Fishy
The Cove
The Dockside
Donovan's Reef
Gracie & The Dudes Ice Cream
Ichabods Restaurant
Jersey Shore Skim Camp
Kotobuki Japanese Cuisine
Look Back Antiques

Mad Hatter
McLoone's Riverside Dining
Sea Bright Liquors
Sea Bright Pizza
Trattoria "G"
Yumi Neo-Asian Sushi

Reminder, rain or shine so make your plans now and get tickets asap as only 1000 are sold! Click Here for more INFO!

Day 19

Its April in Asbury! A week from today, why not plan to check out the vast changes this city has gone through while taking a tour of some truly spectacular homes from days gone by!

ASBURY PARK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION VINTAGE HOUSE TOUR
Sunday, April 25, 2010 11:00AM to 4:00PM



The Asbury Park Homeowners Association is getting ready for its 12th annual April in Asbury house tour. This is the association's biggest event! Ticket price is $20, which includes a shuttle bus ride. The homes will be open from 11:00AM to 4:00PM

Visitors will purchase/pickup tickets and begin the tour at Langosta Lounge , located on the Asbury Park boardwalk (1000 Ocean Ave.), brochures and map available. Click here to purchase tickets online!

Day 18

Easily one of the high points of the "Jersey Shore Restaurant Week" is TODAY!...

THE CRAFT BEER & BBQ FESTIVAL

LOCATION: HEADLINER 12 noon - 4PM



Sample craft beers from around the country including some New Jersey brews and savor the Shore’s best BBQ. Live bluegrass music by The Glimmer Glass Band.

River Horse, Cricket Hill, Dogfish Head, Cisco Brewers, Smutty Nose, Troegs Craft Brewery, Stone Brewing Company, Yards Brewing Company, Lagunitas Brewing Company, Flying Dog Brewery and Allagash will each present multiple styles

Bar-B-Que from PRIME Market, Brasas Portuguese BBQ, Stubby’s Char Pit and D&L Bar-B-Que.

Tickets are $25 at the door, and sure to be well worth it!

For those making the most of the day and night, go get dinner and keep receipt from Langosta Lounge, Moonstruck, Brickwall Tavern, McLoone’s Asbury Grill, Trinity and the Pope or The Lake House and get FREE admission to:

AFTER HOURS at Chico’s House of Jazz, 631 Lake Street, Asbury Park


Live jazz. Specially priced Tito’s Handmade Vodka drinks

Day 17

Here is a great excuse to go dine out, and possibly WIN dinner out for a whole year!

JERSEY SHORE RESTAURANT WEEK



Jersey Shore Restaurant Week is a wonderful opportunity to re-visit your favorite restaurants and try new ones. Starts TODAY! Scheduled for April 16-25, 2010...after the Holidays and right before Summer...it's the perfect time to gather your friends and enjoy the Jersey Shore's great restaurants.

Participating restaurants will offer a three course prix fixe menu for $20.10 or $30.10 with three appetizers, three entrées and three dessert choices. Participating inns and hotels are offering special Restaurant Week rates for those living outside the area and participating wine/liquor stores will have special promotions on wine, liquor and beer. Perfect for BYOB restaurants...

Click Here for details/participating restaurants!

CONTEST TIP: go to a TD Bank to get entry form to win dinner out for a whole year!

Day 16

Great day to everyone! Yeah yeah its tax day, but consider this next event as a nice way to let some of that stress out!

JERSEY SHORE ROLLER GIRLS



That's right, Roller Derby is back. The Jersey Shore Roller Girls are an all woman flat-track roller derby league which is celebrating it’s second year after playing in front of sell out crowds in 2009. To learn more about roller derby and the Jersey Shore Roller Girls or to purchase tickets for their upcoming matches, please visit their website at http://www.jerseyshorerollergirls.net/

The 2010 season kicks off APRIL 24 at Convention Hall in Asbury Park, and make no mistake...it WILL sell out. Anchor Assassins vs. Murder Beach Militia! If you can't make this one then your next chance will be June 12!!

Day 15

In the mood for a festival this coming weekend? Why not make a day trip or plan a last minute get-a-way to

33rd ANNUAL CAPE MAY JAZZ FESTIVAL



...where you can Immerse yourself in jazz vocals from ballads to low-down blues, mellow sax, high pitch trumpet, Latin piano. Featured artists this year include Spyro Gyra, Mississippi Heat, Shemekia Copeland, Charles Walker, Tim Warfield, Chuchito Valdes.

The music begins Friday night, 8PM and will go on through to Sunday afternoon!

Day 14

Looking for a unique date idea? Well how about a "dinner date with Death!"

Murdery Mystery Cruise - "As Crime Goes By"



A Whodunit on the Waves
Statue Cruises plans springtime Murder Mystery Dinner Cruises filled with intrigue, entertainment, and dinner with sides of drama on the menu for three spring outings.

During each outing, guests aboard the John James Audubon will dine on a full buffet feast that includes salads and starters, several entrée options and delicious desserts. Upping the evening's excitement is a thrilling murder mystery production that mixes suspense and sinister schemes with a lethal dose of comic relief designed to slay guests and lighten the mood.

What you get:

•3 Hour Cruise
•Buffet Dinner
•Entertainment
•Includes soda, juice, water, coffee & tea service
•Cash Bar

When:
Saturday, April 24th
Saturday, May 8th

Boarding Times:
Liberty Landing Marina, New Jersey: 6:15pm - 6:30pm

Cruising Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Tickets: $95

For Reservations, call 877-LADY-TIX (877-523-9849) or choose a location below:

Day 13

Congrats "Lefty" on your 3rd green jacket this weekend! With the phenomenal weather we are having this Spring and with golf season in "full swing" you'll see that nothing is left to be desired when you

Golf on the New Jersey Shore!



With more than 200 public & private golf courses, the Jersey Shore has something to offer every level of golfer! Always the perfect balance of relaxation, skill, exercise, competition & FUN, golf can be the short escape you need or fun for the whole family! Many driving ranges also offer miniature golf, arcades/games etc.

Some NJ Shore public golf courses of note are:

Hominy Hill Golf Course: Often rated as the #1 public golf course in NJ, you'll find this crown jewel of the Monmouth County Park system easy to get to in Colts Neck.

Sea Oaks Golf Course: Further down the Garden State Parkway in Little Egg Harbor, you'll find this spectacular design cut right into the natural pine barrens terrain.

Howell Park Golf Course: Howell Park Golf Course provides a golfing experience often associated with private clubs. Repeatedly ranked among the top 50 public golf courses in America by national golf publications!

Day 12

On this beautiful Sunday morning, I'd like to mention a local place that holds many fond memories (and sure to create many more!)

The Allenwood General Store



Its as if you walk through a time warp when you enter this building. Those of you who've been there before know what I mean. The General Store itself dates back to pre Civil War era as the area was still just getting settled! One of the last few true mom & pop shops! Not only could you spend hours just browsing all of the antiques (yes, for sale), but the Allenwood General Store just happens to have the best pork roll sandwich in the State. Yes, that is my opinion but judge for yourself! Nestled just off the Manasquan bike path, this quaint breakfast joint is a great way to start (or end) your family bike ride, or trip to Brice, Orchard or even Allaire State Park!

Day 11

Baseball is in the air! America's National Pastime! For a real family oriented experience and to avoid the long drive and traffic consider:

Minor League Lakewood Blueclaws!



You never know which players you see today will be in "the show" tomorrow! An affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, superstars Ryan Howard & Cole Hamels got their start right here in First Energy Park! Check the schedule for home games, super easy to get to, and great family fun. This state of the art baseball park has few differences from your typical major league stadium! Perhaps more with a tiki bar behind center field, rides/activities for children and its all right off the parkway. Home games start this next week!

Day 10

In the spirit of this weekends big event:

NATIONAL OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND - Sat 4/10 & Sun 4/11



Prudential Zack Shore Properties, Ward Division will be joining REALTOR organizations across the country for a nationwide Open House Weekend April 10-11, 2010.

All are strongly encouraged to take part in this "jump start" into the Spring market! For those considering selling this is a great way to see how your market is shaping up although I recommend you list your home to be ready BEFORE this event! For those looking to buy, especially 1st time buyers then call TODAY for detailed info! To those who qualify: the deadline for buyer tax credits is April 30!!

Open house times on BOTH DAYS will be from 12:00 to 2:00 and then 2:00 to 4:00!!!!

Looking forward to seeing you there! 732-892-2700 x2203

•The Following Homes will be available but please call to see when each house is scheduled!

•~305 Atlantic Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach
•~42 Harborhead, Point Pleasant Beach
•~605 Academy Drive, Point Pleasant Boro
•~508 13th Avenue, Belmar
•~1711 River Road, Belmar
•~2140 Baileys Corner Road, Wall
•~211 Brielle Road, Brielle
•~488 Birch Bark Drive, Brick
•~45 Blake Circle, Brick
•~378 Jarome Street, Brick
~409 Sandra Place, Brick

Day 9

The New Jersey Shore has LOTS to offer! Whether you set out on a full weekends worth of exploring or check out different sections with each visit, take the time to explore this trail of discovery:

The New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail

The Trail will show you roads less traveled where you can find historic villages, migrating eagles, and boardwalks on miles of sandy beaches. This auto-trail stretches nearly 300 miles along New Jersey’s shore and bays. Explore the Trail’s five regions and you’ll find the nation’s oldest operating lighthouse; the town where revolutionaries burned British tea; and the state’s official tall ship.

And much more really...always look out for the tell tale sign!!