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Quote of the Issue:

Nothing can bring you peace but yourself.
                                                                                    -Ralph Waldo Emerson

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A WORD OR TWO FROM ME
by Karen E. Jarosz
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Ah, the "dog days" of summer are here! I am amazed at just how fast the summer is slipping by. Seems like yesterday when we were gearing up and then the 4th of July was upon us and now we are into August. Before you know it we will be shopping for back to school supplies... In the meantime there is still plenty of fun to be had. Check out the Local Happenings for concerts, fairs, book discussions and more to enjoy before the summer is over. Don't forget to make some quiet time to just relax. Go to a park or the beach at sunset, read a book on the porch, walk on the boardwalk or in a park. Enjoy the beautiful Shore before the summer is gone...
Until next Monday, slow down and relax...
Karen
PS- Remember we are always looking for local businesses/organizations to sponsor issues. It is a great way to reach local folks in Monmouth and Ocean counties to let them know what you do! Give a call to 732-988-4044
PS - Be sure to read my Special Note From the Editor and learn how you can help a solider in Iraq

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SPECIAL NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
by Karen E. Jarosz
Whether you agree with the President or what's going on in Iraq it doesn't matter.... There are men and women there giving their all in the name of freedom and they need our support and encouragement. If you are looking to lend you support here's a great way to do so. Read on....

I was hoping you can help us get the word out via your wonderful newsletter about our sponsorship of 101 troops in Iraq. You may have seen the cards we put at TaeKwonDo. We are seeking items to fill our boxes. We have 100 men and 1 woman that we ship boxes to and need items! All information is located:
http://www.sandscripts.com/troops.html   - here is the information: Brielle Brownie Troop 1740 and www.sandscripts.com need your help in our efforts to support our American Heroes! If you do not know how to help out or want to help out just a little bit more.... please send us any goods you would like to donate. We will lovingly package and send them to the platoon stationed in Iraq that we are helping to sponsor. If you can not supply any goods, monetary donations are greatly appreciated and will be used to purchase specific items on our platoon's wish list. Our packages reach very special men and women so please be generous in helping us help our American Soldiers.

Our Soldiers far away from home need:pens, pads, toiletries, sunglasses, sunscreen, skin protectants, lotion, snack items (non-chocolate), baby wipes (which to some soldiers is their only means of a daily "shower"), towels, playing cards, novelties, tan t-shirts, pillows, small sporting goods like balls, flying discs, inflatables, head/wristbands, powdered drink mix, energy bars, phone cards, stress relievers, cooling products, batteries, games, small electronics, travel kits, even personal letters and much, much more! Any help at all is greatly appreciated with our most important Service Project! Please put a box together and ship it or drop it off to us today!  Be sure to include your company name, address and contact person with your package. That way the girls from our Brownie Troop can send you a Thank You for helping us out. We will also properly acknowledge your donations in our shipments. Our effort is ongoing, but the sooner you send - the quicker we can make our soldiers in the field a little more comfortable. SHIP TO: Brielle Brownie Troop 1740 c/o Sand Scripts PO Box 543 Brielle, NJ 08730 USA

MANY, MANY THANKS!
Lauren contact person for Brielle Brownie Troop 1740 and Suzanne contact person for Sand Scripts 732.528.1079 We are also sending car ribbon magnets out: "SUPPORT OUR TROOPS" CAR MAGNET RIBBON $6.95/each - proceeds used to purchase items on the wish lists for the 100 men and 1 woman that we fill packages for. Thank you for supporting our efforts! TO ORDER CALL 1.888.281.3135 or 1.732.528.4989 and we will mail one out to you today!

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LOCAL HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS
by Karen E. Jarosz
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August 2 - Steamboat Dock Museum in Keyport is having their Monday Night Presentation at 8 pm. This week features The Highlands Singers. Contact The Keyport Historical Society at (732) 739-6390

August 2 to 30 - Each Monday at 8:30 pm enjoy a free Outdoor movie! Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a new film at the Algonquin Arts located on Main St. in Manasquan. Call (732) 528-9211 for details

August 3 - Join in the Bicycle Tour at Sandy Hook Visitor Center at 6 pm. Ride on new multiuse pathway. Bring your own bicycle. Call (732) 872-5970 or go to www.nps.gov/gate

August 3 - Blowing the Whistle on Crime: Asbury Park Supports National Night Out with live music and guest speakers from 6:30 pm to 8 pm on the corners of Prospect & Bangs Avenues. Call (732) 775-2100 for details

August 4 - Enjoy the sounds of Tim McCloone & The Shirleys at a Sandy Hook Summer Beach Concert on the beach at Area E of Sandy Hook at 6 pm. Call (732) 291-7733 or go to www.nps.gov/gate

August 4 - Be part of or just listen to a Summer Sing. The Monmouth Civic Chorus invites singers for Franz Schubert's Mass at Trinity Episcopal Church located on West Front St. in Red Bank. It will begin at 7:30 pm. Call (732) 933-9333 or go to www.monmouthcivicchorus.org

August 4 - Thinking about going back to college? Maybe finish a degree? Check out a Communiversity Open House at the Brookdale Community College Higher Education Center in Wall Twp. 8 colleges will be present to share information on earning your degree locally. Call 732-280-7090x3 for more details

August 5 - - Enjoy free jazz concerts in Keyport as the Keyport Business Alliance and Espresso Joe's continue the popular Thursday Night Jazz series through August. The live entertainment takes place from 6 until 8 pm every Thursday during August at the mini park located at the intersection of Main and West Front Streets in downtown Keyport. This week will feature    Anita Ferrer: The Asbury Park Angel. For more information, call 732-203-9499

August 5 to 8 - Discover the true meaning of "happy as a clam" at the Highlands Business Partnership's 10th Annual Clamfest at Huddy Park. This is a four-day funfest featuring the fresh seafood Highlands is famous for, plus live music, entertainment, rides, games and fireworks. Admission is free, and the event takes place rain or shine. The event runs from 6 to 11 pm. For more information call 732-946-2711 or visit www.highlandsnj.com

August 5 to 28 - The Rose Garden Affair a Musical Comedy will be presented by the Spring Lake Theatre Company located at 3rd and Madison Ave. in Spring Lake. Showtime is 8 pm. Call (732) 449-4530

August 7 - Take in the Gigantic Yard Sale from 8 am to 3 pm at Historic Allaire Village located on Allaire Road in Wall. The rain date is August 8. Call (732) 919-3500 or go to www.allairevillage.org

August 7 - Come see local companies demonstrate and highlight different types of renewable and alternative energy technologies. Some examples will be: photovoltaic panels generating electricity, solar/thermal devices, wind technology, or an example of hydrogen fuel-cell technology. It will be held on the Belmar Boardwalk from 10 am to 2 pm

August 7 - All Nations Street Festival will run from 2 to 8 pm and will feature International food & music, vendors & crafts. It will be held on Lower Broadway area in Long Branch. Call (732) 923-2044 or go to www.longbranch.org

August 7 - Summer Breeze, an evening of Christian Contemporary Music will begin at 7 pm and is sponsored by the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Assn. It will be held at the Great Auditorium in Ocean Grove. Call (732) 775-0035 or go to www.oceangrove.org

August 7 - Outdoor Movies on the Great Lawn at Monmouth University, Great Lawn, Woodrow Wilson Hall located at 400 Cedar Avenue in West Long Branch. The movie starts at sundown (about 8:30 pm) Be sure to bring a law chair or blanket. This week the movie feature is Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed. Call Petra Ludwig 732-263-5507 for details

August 10 - The Ladies Auxiliary of the Auditorium Ushers Association will host a Fish & Chips dinner on Tuesday, , from 4:30 p.m. -7:00 p.m. at the Auditorium Pavilion, across from the Great Auditorium. Chicken nuggets will also be served. Take out is available. Come join us for a delicious meal. Donation is $9. For more information call (732) 775-0035.

August 11 - Enjoy a Comedy Night to benefit The Garden State Film Festival. The evening will include a BBQ and and a chance to meet some of N.Y.C's top comedians, movie producers and friends. Tickets are $20 per person and the evening will run from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. It will be held at The Headliner located at 1401 Route 35 in Neptune. Call 877-908-7050 for tickets and details

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This space for rent FREE for local groups looking to get the "word" out!!!!!

The next meeting of The South Monmouth Community Alliance To Prevent Alcoholism and Drug Abuse will be held on Thursday August 5, 2004 at 9:00 am. The meeting will be held at the Sea Girt Elementary School. The South Monmouth Community Alliance is the drug and alcohol prevention organization for the towns of Manasquan, Sea Girt, Spring Lake Heights and Brielle. The meetings are open to the public. For additional information or questions please contact Mark Gillespie, Community Resource Director, at 732 223-6419.

The Red Bank Chapter of Toastmasters International meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month at 7:15pm at the Blaisdell Auditorium in the Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank. 732-567-5165

The Sea Girt Lighthouse, located at Beacon Blvd. and Ocean Ave. Sea Girt, is open to visitors on Sundays from 2-4 P.M. 732-974-0514. Admission is free, donations are always welcome. Tour an 1896 live-in lighthouse with photos of keepers, a Fresnel lens, maritime artifacts, gifts and souvenirs. Visit our Web site for more information and photos www.lonekeep.com/seagirtlighthouse/

Jersey Shore Coupons has the latest in coupons! We are always looking for more to add to the page.

Businesses looking to meet other business people willing to help grow your business call Richard at 732-988-4044. Please serious inquiries only!

Remember to send in your submissions to JerseyShore@lonekeep.com and to let us know what you want to see.

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From Local Readers
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From: REMnjarcht@aol.com
Saint Josephs Council 3402 - Second Sunday Breakfast - Family Style Sunday, AUGUST 8, 2004- 8:30am to 11:00am At our Newly Renovated Hall A nice morning for you, friends and family. Meet friends and have a wonderful start to the day. Enjoy Omelets, Eggs, French toast, Chef’s Surprise and more!! Even pancakes! $5.00 Adult, $4.00 Seniors & Children under 10, Children under 5 free For information call Bob at 732-583-4440 or the Hall at 732-264-9729 All Profits will go to our Charity Fund to help others.

From: KevinL10@aol.com
Come see local companies demonstrate and highlight different types of renewable and alternative energy technologies. Some examples will be: photovoltaic panels generating electricity, solar/thermal devices, wind technology, or an example of hydrogen fuel-cell technology. It will be held on August 7th and August 14th on the Belmar Boardwalk from 10 am to 2 pm

From: "Eva Scholfield" eva@ocgsc.org
Any help publicizing our day camps is very much appreciated. There are still openings for girls each week. Girls do not have to be Girl Scouts to attend. Thanks. Eva Scholfield, Girl Scouts of Ocean County

From: jasonlivingoceanalo@comcast.net
Every Thursday from July 8 through August 19, come to the Beach Haven Bay Beach from 7pm to 8pm as Alliance for a Living Ocean presents Twilight At The Bay, a one-hour long program of music, games, a touch tank, and entertainment at the shore of Little Egg Harbor Bay in Beach Haven. For more information call Alliance for a Living Ocean at 609-492-0222.

From: Bonones@aol.com
D'Jais Fridays 5pm "The Afternoon Afterwork Party" @ D'Jais World Famous Happy Hour 5-8pm
No Cover Charge

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LINKS OF INTEREST TO THE JERSEY SHORE
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Check out the best radio station for Monmouth and Ocean counties ~ The Breeze
   http://www.107thebreeze.com/

Seaside Heights Tourism
   http://seasideheightstourism.com/

Thru Kelly's Eyes
   http://www.thrukellyseyes.com

Brookdale Computer Users Group, Inc.
   http://www.bcug.com

Ocean City Arts Center
   http://www.oceancityartscenter.org/

Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey
   http://www.efnj.com

Elements The Lounge
   http://www.elementslounge.com/

Cottrell's Lobsters
   http://www.fishbox.tv/Cottrells/

Surfing Monmouth County NJ
   http://www.eden.rutgers.edu/~rkamenel/425/

Help support our troops with the aid of Brielle Brownie Troop
   http://www.sandscripts.com/troops.html

New Jersey's Best Kept Secret...."PORK ROLL"
   http://www.porkrollxpress.com

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