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Quote of the Issue:

There is no need to go to India or anywhere else to find peace. You will find that deep place of silence right in your room, your garden or even your bathtub.
                                                                    Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

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A WORD OR TWO FROM ME
by Karen E. Jarosz
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About this time each summer we start to get bombarded with Back to School sales. Folks start to make plans to cram in as much in the way of fun before the golden days of summer are gone and kids are finishing up camp. It can be a very hectic time of year. Yet, I always look forward to it. Why? Well for one thing the weather is glorious at this time of the summer. The flowers and trees are at their best and the ocean water is the warmest. It is in these next few weeks before the crazy start of another school year that I start to head to the beach in the early morning. One reason is to get back into the routine of getting up early but also because it is so very peaceful. The waves softly come to the shore, the sun shines gently and the birds are out not to mention there is a chance of a dolphin sighting! It is a wonderfully peaceful way to start the day. I take those moments and save them in my memory for those days when things are a bit hectic at school and I am unable to get to the peaceful beach. I hope you have a peaceful memory to help you on those crazy days, too. If not, take some time out to create one and you will be glad that you have it when you need it!
Until August 18th, take some time to get quiet and create a peaceful memory
Karen

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LOCAL HAPPENINGS AND EVENTS
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August 11 - A script reading of "Exposure Time" by Kim Merrill, about an ambitious woman, Julia Cameron, who goes head to head with the neurotic Charles Dodgeson, now better known as Lewis Carroll, to become Britain's premier photographer. The pawn in their battle was of course, Alice! It will begin at 7 pm and is presented by the New Jersey Repertory Company, 179 Broadway, Long Branch. Call 732-229-3166 or email info@njrep.org

August 11 - Manasquan Summertime Outdoor Movies with this week's feature: Andre at The Algonquin 173 Main St., Manasquan starting at 8:30 pm. Call (732) 528-9211

August 12 - Take your pick at the Farmer's Market. Choose from fresh fruits, vegetables, and plants. Rain or shine. 1 East Main Street Hall of Records Freehold. It runs from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Call  (732) 462-3584

August 12 - Summer Metamorphosis of Movies with this week's film: Animatrix starting at 2 pm at the Monmouth County Library Wall Branch 2700 Allaire Rd., Wall. Call (732) 431-7222

August 13 - Enjoy a classic movie, Casablanca being shown at 2 pm & 6:30 pm at the Monmouth County Library Ocean Township Branch 701 Deal Rd., Ocean. Call (732) 431-7222

August 13 - Sandy Hook Beach Concerts at 6 pm at Beach E. This week features The Robert Murdock Band (British Invasion/60's). In case of rain, decision to cancel made after 2 pm on day of concert. Call 732-291-7733 for recording or check website

August 13 - Bob Dylan will perform for one night at Convention Hall on the world famous Boardwalk Ocean Avenue between Fifth and Sunset, Asbury Park. Doors open at 7 pm. Call (732) 897-8810

August 13 - Music on the Hook features this week: The Robert Murdoch Band at Beach Area E Gateway National Recreation Area Sandy Hook. Showtime is 6 pm. Call (732) 291-7733

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August 14 to 17 - Head over to the Colts Neck Fair for some good old fashion summertime fun! Fairgrounds are at the Bucks Mill Park 105 Bucks Mill Rd., Colts Neck. Call (732) 462-8500

August 14 - Head to Barnes and Noble in Freehold to join the Scene of the Crime Mystery Group. New Jersey Mystery Writers Panel are pleased to welcome three very popular, award-winning mystery authors to the store, Ken Isaacson, Jeffrey Cohen, and Chris Grabenstein. They will begin the evening with a roundtable discussion of Jeffrey Cohen's just released book, It Happened One Knife. This will be followed by a discussion with the panel of why New Jersey is a great location for mysteries and what makes it different from other locales. Please be sure to join them for this informative and fun discussion! It begins at 7 pm.

August 14 to 16 - This the last chance to see "The Little Hours," a World Premiere musical by David Bucknam based on several short stories by Dorothy Parker. It will be performed by the New Jersey Repertory Company at the Lumia Theatre, 179 Broadway, Long Branch. Showtimes are as follows: Thursday & Friday at 8 pm; Saturday at 3 pm & 8 pm; Sunday at 2 pm. Call (732) 229-3166 or visit www.njrep.org.

August 15 - Friday Night Summer Concert Series at Pyanoe Plaza 9th Ave and Main Street, Belmar starts at 7 pm. This week features Joe Murphy & The Pine Barons. Call (732) 681-3700 ext. 229

August 15 - Fred Lehotay's Melody Men Band offers a chance to do some social dancing to a live band the third Friday of each month held at Freehold Knights of Columbus 70 East Main St., Freehold. It runs from 7 to 10:30 pm. Call (732) 780-0747

August 15 thru 31 - Let the sun shine in with Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical. Enjoy a rock musical with book and lyrics by James Rado and Gerome Ragni and music by Galt MacDermot. Be aware that the performance contains nudity and strong language. It will be performed at The Revision Theatre The Carousel on the Boardwalk 700 Ocean Ave at Asbury Ave., Asbury Park. Call for show times (732) 455-3059

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August 16 - Open House at Brookdale Community College's Environmental & Earth Science Field Station on Sandy Hook from 10 am to 2 pm. The field station is located in the historic Fort Hancock area of Sandy Hook, 500 feet west of the Sandy Hook Lighthouse. Light Desserts and Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to rmacaluso@brookdalecc.edu

August 16 - Kenny Rogers will take the stage with special guest Savannah Jack at 8 pm at Ocean Grove Great Auditorium 21 Pilgrim Pathway, Ocean Grove. Call 1-800-965-9324

August 16- Flames of War Tournament, 12 Noon start time, 1500 points, Mid-war period., $15 entry fee. Held at Gamer's Realm, East Windsor.

August 16 - Spring Lake Community Theatre is hosting the play Oliver to benefit Dottie's House a not-for profit agency. For info call (732)295-7380

August 16 - History Alive: Over Here, Molly Pitcher! is part of Monmouth County 325th Anniversary celebration. Meet historical interpreter, Stacy Roth and learn more about Molly Pitcher at Monmouth County Library Headquarters 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan. It begins at 1 pm. Call (732) 431-7222

August 16 - Avon Boardwalk Art Show and Sale from 10 am to 4 pm. The Manasquan River Group of Artists will present originals and prints in watercolor, oils, pastel, and mixed media. Avon Pavilion Woodland Ave. and Boardwalk, Avon. Call (732) 449-7089

August 16 - West End Cruise Night 2 from 6 to 10 pm on Brighton Ave, Long Branch. Call (732) 923-2044

August 16 - 36th Annual Atlantic Highlands Arts & Crafts Festival will feature more than 50 arts and crafts vendor, many which are from the local area; as well as food and musical entertainment. It is sponsored by the Atlantic Highlands Historical Society Veteran's Park First and runs down to Center Ave. Atlantic Highlands from 10 am to 4 pm. Call (732) 872-8711

August 16 & 17 - Spring Lake Sidewalk Sale sponsored by the Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce Spring Lake. Call (732) 449-0577

August 18 - Manasquan Summertime Outdoor Movies begins at 8:30 pm. This week's feature: Babe at The Algonquin 173 Main St., Manasquan. Call (732) 528-9211

August 19 - Join the folks at Barnes and Noble in Freehold for Book Lovers in the Afternoon. The book this afternoon is Love Walked In by Marissa de los Santos. It's a tribute to classic film and true romance as it tells the story of two women-one older, one younger- and the unexpected ways in which their lives are forever changed by chance.The discussion starts at 1:30 pm.

August 20 - Southern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce 2008 Scholarship BBQ. Bar Anticipation 5:30 to 8 pm. For more information, please contact the Chamber at info@smcconline.org or 732-280-8800

August 21 - The Duprees- FREE Summer Concert Series will be held at Normandy Park from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. In the event of inclement weather the concerts are moved to Middletown South High School. Limited on site parking presented by Comcast.

August 24 - Breakfast Buffet  Mary Queen of Knights, AP Council [816], 203 West Sylvania Avenue, Neptune City, New Jersey, Adults $ 6.00 Srs. & Kids $5.00. (732) 774-9620

August 27 - Business Card Exchange. Empress Hotel ~ Paradise ~ Ketchup, 101 Asbury Avenue, Asbury Park ~ Please use the Ketchup entrance 5:30 - 8:30 pm.

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Did you know Sandy Hook offers FREE concerts every Wednesday?
Wednesday Nights 6:00 P.M.
August 13 The Robert Murdock Band (British Invasion/60's)
August 20 Pat Guadagno & the Candle Brothers (Folk Rock)
August 27 The Jazz Lobsters Big Band (Swing)
In case of rain, decision to cancel made after 2:00 p.m. on day of concert
Call 732-291-7733 for recording or Check with Bob RobertJHilton@aol.com

Mass on the Grass Thursdays 6:30 pm (weather permitting) at Redeemer Church (Lutheran, ELCA) 3531 State Route 33 @ Jumping Brook Rd Neptune NJ 07753. It is best to call after 4 pm if in doubt of the weather. You can call 732-922-2757. This is an informal, come-as-you-are celebration. Very kid friendly. Bring a blanket or beach/lawn chair. The service includes Holy Communion, a brief conversation on the scripture readings, and   concludes by 7:15pm. You don't have to be a member of this or any other church in order to participate. All are welcome.

Fact or fiction? Neptune City was know as Sharktown (part of Avon) until they got indoor plumbing. Avon wanted nothing to do with it!

SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County Needs YOU
Would you like to help a small-business owner or a budding entrepreneur become successful? Share your expertise through SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County. Business people, either actively working or retired, who would like to volunteer their time and expertise to help start new businesses or help existing businesses grow, are always welcome to join SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County. SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County meets the first Friday of every month at 10:00 a.m. in Room 220 of the ATeC Building on the Lincroft campus of Brookdale Community College. Feel free to attend. SCORE Chapter 36 of Monmouth County is a national nonprofit organization and a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). For further information contact SCORE at www.SCORE36.org, or leave a message at the SCORE office on the Brookdale Community College campus at 732-219-9119.

Shore Speakers Club now meets regularly in Neptune at the Neptune Public Library, Neptune Boulevard Neptune.They meet 1st & 3rd Mondays at 7 pm.

Freehold Phrasers Toastmasters Club meets the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays each month at the Western Monmouth - Chamber of Commerce, 17 Broad Street , Freehold, NJ 07728 at 7:30 pm. For more information call Jim, 732-605-1362, or email jsamuel12@comcast.net  or see http://www.freeholdphrasers.homestead.com. The January meetings are January 2nd and January 16th

Magic: the Gathering group meetings about every other Monday for casual fun play. Call Rick Kirk, 732 224-8883 or email rickjan@comcast.net to get on the mailing list.

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Jersey Shore Community Information Bulletin Lighthouse Award is given out quarterly. Submit your favorite site for the most prestigious award on the Jersey Shore! http://www.lonekeep.com/jscib/Lighthouse.htm

Township of Ocean Historical Museum is now open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1- 4!!! Call 732-531-2136 for more info.

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

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: Travis Newman (tnewman221@hotmail.com)
The Game Room Store in Brick is hosting a Warhammer Fantasy escalation league. August - 1000pts September - 1500pts October -2000pts

From: RobertJHilton@aol.com
Did you know there is a Farmer's Market In Atlantic Highlands! Located in the Beautiful Atlantic Highlands, The new Farmers Market every Friday from 2pm -8pm located in the harbor parking lot features fresh fruit, vegetables, breads, pastry, honey, pickles and more.  Shop downtown or eat at one of the 11 great restaurants located in downtown Atlantic Highlands.  For more information check out www.atlantichighlands.org

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From:  THE MAN ABOUT TOWN (DAVID ZIMEL)
Ahh, your morning coffee. Something to look forward to, the start of a new day. While it's important that the coffee be good, where you're having it is also important. On Saturday April 12th, it was my pleasure to have my morning cup at the grand opening of the Barbaric Bean on Main St. in Ocean Grove. The coffee was great, as was the food. But what I truly liked was the atmosphere. An excellent place to linger with friends and family or just read your favorite book. So make your way over to the Barbaric Bean. Even if the rest of your day isn't splendid, you'll know it started off just fine.

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Writer's Ink Poetry Group meets every other Tuesday from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at the Red Bank Library located at 84 West Front Street Red Bank. Gloria Healy is the moderator. For more info please call 732-741-8966

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LINKS OF INTEREST TO THE JERSEY SHORE
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Bike Ride to Plant a Million Trees
   http://www.plantingamerica.org

Soldier Adoption Program
   http://www.webofsupport.com

Chuck Schaeffer - Personal Singer/Songwriter
   http://www.myspace.com/chuckschaeffermusic

The online home of the Shark River Cleanup Coalition Inc. (SRCC)
   http://www.sharkriver.org

BNI - Shore Money
   http://www.bni-shoremoney.com

Monmouth County Ocean Monitoring Results
   http://www.state.nj.us/dep/beaches/mc.html

The NJHDA New Jersey Shipwreck Museum at InfoAge
   http://members.aol.com/aqualieb/museumpage.html

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Attention Carnivore Owners! Check out our new Frozen Foods section!

Mice, rats and other feeders all individually frozen and shipped to your door, packed in dry ice, with a frozen arrival and 100% customer satisfaction guarantees.
Minimize your shipping cost, too, as our frozen stock will keep for up to a year in a standard freezer.

Check back often for new additions to our stock and for new specials.

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Habitat for Humanity of Long Branch
   http://www.monmouth.com/~habitat/

USS Battleship New Jersey
   www.battleshipnewjersey.org

Internet Public Library
   http://www.ipl.org

Island Heights Yacht Club Home Page. Race results for many of the races that occur on Toms River and the Central part of the Barnegat Bay.
   http://www.ihyc.com

GayJerseyShore.com - GLBT Portal
   http://www.gayjerseyshore.com

Avon-by-the-Sea, NJ - A Victorian New Jersey Seaside Resort
   http://www.avon-by-the-sea.com

The Borough of Belmar, NJ - More than just a great beach; it's a great way of life
   http://www.belmar.com

Borough of Bradley Beach - New Jersey's Family Resort
   http://www.bradleybeachonline.com

New Jersey Newcomers Clubs, Moms and Dads Organizations
   http://www.newcomersclub.com/nj.html

Great Storms of the Jersey Shore
   http://www.down-the-shore.com/storm.html

Belmar Chamber of Commerce
   http://www.belmarchamber.com

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Saint Rose Grammar School, Belmar New Jersey
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