(Red Bank) – The Monmouth County Arts Council will premiere Woody Allen’s new film Blue Jasmine, on Thursday, June 27 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. at Clearview Cinema, 36 White Street, Red Bank.  The film and reception are provided to Monmouth Arts through the generosity of Tom Bernard, Co Chair of Sony Pictures Classics and through… Read More »

It’s that time of the year! The Easter Bunny is coming to town! It’s time to take the kids hunting for eggs. To make the holiday nice and easy, we’ve gathered the dates, times, and locations of the area’s best Easter Egg Hunts! Atlantic Highlands Easter Egg Hunt Fireman’s Field on East Highland Avenue –… Read More »

by Jaclyn Roache Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show the ones you love how much they mean to you, but it can be incredibly expensive. The good news is that this day of love doesn’t have to be a day of spending! If you’re doing Valentine’s Day on a budget this year, skip the… Read More »

(By Melanie Haiken; original article located at Forbes.com) How do I know? Because in the past 10 years, experts have learned a lot about how we make and break habits, and nine times out of ten we go about it the wrong way. Here are a few of the most common New Year’s resolutions that get made… Read More »

by Jaclyn Roache As the holidays wind down and you begin to un-deck the halls, it’s time to take down the Christmas tree and decorations until next year. Rather than just tossing your tree in the trash, why not recycle it? Many towns and cities have recycling services to put your tree to good use… Read More »

Sports is a wonderful activity for kids. The only downside is the risk of injury, so a little precaution goes a long way. The best way to save a smile is with a mouthguard.  There are many choices, so before you invest, here are the differences. The classic boil and bite: These are placed in… Read More »

by Susan Ciambrone Winter is almost here and no matter what holiday you celebrate, chances are that it revolves around loved ones and family meals.  Fall is the perfect time to update your kitchen with the conveniences that will make holiday meal preparation more efficient, safer, and more enjoyable. Fix that Faucet Fail.  Your kitchen… Read More »

by Diane Henderiks, R.D. “I used to be able to eat anything and everything and not gain a pound. Not any more!  What happened?” Our nutrient requirements increase or remain the same as we get older while the number of calories we need goes down.  So here’s what we need to do:  eat nutrient-dense foods,… Read More »

by Julie DeVita   I heard in the news yesterday that housing starts are up. That’s a relief, right? For those of us whose livelihood is dependent upon the willingness of the world at large to invest in their living/work spaces, these figures are our fiscal astrology charts — and personally I think they’re just… Read More »

by Jaclyn Roache   The holidays are a perfect time to show loved ones how much you appreciate them, and nothing shows that appreciation better than a thoughtful, homemade gift! It is late fall right now, but holidays are so busy, now is the time to plan your gift list and collect your ideas.  From… Read More »

by Liz Coscia The holidays are just around the corner, and there are plenty of ways to volunteer or donate with your children.  Spread some good cheer this holiday season and get involved with one of these local causes.   1.Dine Out With Soul Take the fam for a night out at Red Bank’s Soul… Read More »

As the holidays approach, many kids throw together long wish lists of toys that pique their interest. However, the closer we get to the big day, the harder it is to find many of these toys in stores. A lot of kids are also prone to changing their minds and adding items to their lists… Read More »

Sexy Scarlet Lips “Red Lipstick is to beauty what the LBD is to fashion. This difference is when you walk into a room wearing a red lip, people notice you.” Francois Nars Sirens like Marilyn Monroe and Christina Hendricks can’t be wrong, so what are you waiting for? It’s your time to get noticed… Dark… Read More »

by Susan Ciambrone As summer fades, colder temperatures and approaching holidays make us begin to feel the itch to spruce up before winter settles in.  Here, I share with you how to update without having to renovate. Change it up.  Replacing your bathroom faucet is the easiest way to change the look of your space. … Read More »

By Mike Duffy Person Trainer Childhood obesity, underage drinking, smoking and failure to exercise are all concerns for parents these days. If you want your kids to adopt a healthier, wiser lifestyle, you are going to have to show them the light. Children often learn best by example. Lead and they will likely follow. How… Read More »

by K.A. Linne, Gardening Editor It’s still officially summer, but you can sure smell fall in the air – and sense it in your garden too, where everything still standing is doing its best to set seeds for next year before they, ahem, give up the ghost. With any luck at all, you will be… Read More »

It’s August and it’s Back-to-School month here in New Jersey!   Help make your kids’ transition back to school an easier one.   Fill these last weeks of summer with “teachable moments” for your kids entering Pre-K through 3rd grade.  These are every day activities that your child will enjoy and learn from without even realizing it… Read More »

by Jay Philip Eriv   Your home’s interior and backyard can meld into one magical space with the outdoor garden room concept.  These carefully designed “rooms without walls” incorporate low-voltage lighting, music, bubbling waterfalls, fountains, and of course, the balanced natural ecosystem pond that entices butterflies and birds into the garden to create a very… Read More »

1.To write with a broken pencil is pointless.   2.When fish are in schools they sometimes take debate.   3.A thief who stole a calendar got 12 months.   4.When the smog lifts in Los Angeles, U.C.L.A.   5.The professor discovered that her theory of earthquakes was on shaky ground.   6.The batteries were given… Read More »

  Who says you can’t garden in the winter? Since it’s getting colder outside it’s time to bring in the last potted plants that you’d like to save and over-winter in the house until May. Great ones that do well on a sunny windowsill are coleus, ivy,jade plants, and geraniums, which will continue to flower… Read More »

ALL THINGS JERSEY” Annual Holiday Exhibition (Clicke HERE for pictures) • December 4 – Songs of the Season with Lisa Bouchelle Enjoy holiday songs with local singer and songwriter Lisa Bouchele. December 11 – Scavenger Hunt for Captain Kidd’s Treasures Follow in the footsteps of this legendary pirate and explore the Museum on a scavenger… Read More »

RED BANK FLAVOUR KICKS OFF HOLIDAY SEASON WITH CULINARY AFFAIR Twenty Plus Restaurants join “Holiday Flavour” Event at the Oyster Point Hotel   RED BANK, NJ (Nov. 2, 2011) –  Red Bank Flavour, a culinary campaign driven by the borough’s top chefs, restaurateurs and proprietors, will tempt foodies to flirt with their senses this holiday… Read More »

Five distinctive homes in the Two Rivers area of Monmouth County are featured on the 2011 Holiday House Tour sponsored by Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey, a member of VNA Health Group.  The self-guided tour, which draws tour-goers from throughout New Jersey and the metropolitan area, takes place Dec. 2 from 9:30 a.m. to… Read More »

More than 120 years ago on a brisk October evening the Schooner Cornelius Hargrave’s collided with the Steamer Vizcaya sending both vessels to the bottom. Since then both wrecks have become very popular among divers including Bill Cleary, an attorney, restaurateur and avid wreck diver. Back in 2001 when Cleary opened his popular Shipwreck Grill… Read More »