Cotton and silk for clothing; locomotives for travel; paper for books & writing letters; airplanes and more. What do they have in common? They all came from the same place—Paterson, NJ. In 1791, Paterson, America’s first planned industrial city, was established, centered around the Great Falls of the Passaic River. From humble mills would rise … Continued
By Susan Heckler Time flies when you are having fun, and for Christine and Angela Longette, the last year buzzed by. Just one year ago, the mother/daughter team opened up their new business, Brazen Bras Boutique. Conveniently located at 30 West Main Street in downtown Freehold, their store sells over 5,000 items in easy and … Continued
Long ago when the golf course landscape was dotted with just a few courses, the old Knob Hill Golf Course in Manalapan, New Jersey was one remembered as the public golf course off Route 33. After the course closed in the late eighties, new owners purchased the property with a vision to create something that … Continued
Excitement is building for 300 plus residents in the area who have already experienced the healing and tranquil benefits of T’ai Chi Chih: Joy thru Movement, as the advanced form of this practice will be offered in the fall. “Our students report that arthritis and joint issues improve with practicing T’ai Chi Chih and even … Continued
The Upper Freehold Regional School District takes great pride in the partnerships and associations we have formed with our community members. In an effort to build on this alliance, we are offering residents an opportunity to assist as volunteers in all three of our schools on days and times they may be available. Volunteer opportunities include: … Continued
By Marlene Bohnyak, Owner of Artisan Studio Fall brings the return of familiar routines: school, homework and after school activities. Art is often overlooked as an activity based on the misconception that it can only be enjoyed by a gifted person. Not at all true—art can be a joyful, relaxing outlet in which a child … Continued
The Standardbred Retirement Foundation (SRF) is opening its barn doors! We are hosting a Meet and Greet at both our New Jersey and Kentucky locations on Friday, September 12th from 4-8pm. Please join us, even if adoption is not in your plans for the near future. As we approach the Fall of SRF’s 25th year, … Continued
iPlay America is partnering with the Ocean County Mall, Jackson Premium Outlets and the Jersey Shore Premium Outlets for a special “Back to School” promotion. From Aug. 15-Sept. 15, the first 250 shoppers to bring receipts totaling a minimum of $200 to the guest services counter at the mall where they are shopping will receive … Continued
iPlay America is partnering with the Ocean County Mall, Jackson Premium Outlets and the Jersey Shore Premium Outlets for a special “Back to School” promotion. From Aug. 15-Sept. 15, the first 250 shoppers to bring receipts totaling a minimum of $200 to the guest services counter at the mall where they are shopping will receive … Continued
The Greater Ocean Township Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the details of their 27th annual scholarship fundraiser Comedy Night & Gift Auction that will take place on Friday, September 19th beginning at 6pm. This year, the event is being held at Buona Sera Palazzo in the beautiful banquet facility inside the new St. George … Continued