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America’s 250th Sparks Celebration, Education in the Two River Area
MONMOUTH COUNTY – America’s 250th anniversary is fast approaching and, here in Monmouth County, the celebrations are just getting started.
FMERA Executive Director Steps Down to Take Netflix Post
FORT MONMOUTH – Kara Kopach, who has served as executive director/secretary of the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA) since 2022, will vacate that post effective July 1 for one of the first positions offered by Netflix Studios Fort Monmouth – manager of studio operations. She will join the entertainment firm in mid-July.
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Shrewsbury Sailing & Yacht Club Rings in 90th Anniversary
SHREWSBURY – Hillary C. Toledo-Madriz learned how to sail when she was about 8 years old. Her parents, who hailed from Boston, both enjoyed sailing and wanted their son and daughter to learn the sport.
Revolutionary War-Era Statues Unveiled at Swimming River Park
June 4 marked the grand unveiling of three groupings of life-size sculptures at Swimming River Park that honor Monmouth250. County officials, a fife and drum band, Sons of the American Revolution and more came out to enjoy the sunny morning and celebrate not just America’s, but Monmouth County’s, 250th birthday.
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The Two River Times 2026 All-Area Baseball and Softball Teams
Checkout our 2026 Two River-area baseball and softball teams in the Shore Conference.
Shrewsbury Sailing & Yacht Club Rings in 90th Anniversary
SHREWSBURY – Hillary C. Toledo-Madriz learned how to sail when she was about 8 years old. Her parents, who hailed from Boston, both enjoyed sailing and wanted their son and daughter to learn the sport.
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Hope Springs Eternal During Red Bank Charity Walk
RED BANK – Since 2017, the JBJ Soul Foundation and JBJ Soul Kitchen have been hosting a Day of Hope Walk to recognize local charitable organizations that do so much to support Monmouth County residents.
FOOD
Flaky and Fabulous: In Search of the Perfect Croissant
There is nothing quite like a pastry and a shot of fresh espresso to start the day – a ritual commonly associated with Europe, and one often lost in America. My favorite: a well-made croissant, golden and delicate, almost airy.
From Salads to Success – The Evolution of the Blonde Shallot
Life doesn’t slow down, and neither does the way we eat. As schedules get fuller and routines more mobile, food has quietly evolved to keep up, reshaping everything from how meals are prepared to how we bring them home.
Small Cookies, High Stakes: The Art Behind the Perfect Macaron
The first time I made macarons, I was 14. My family was on vacation in Paris, and we spent an entire day tucked away in an underground kitchen, La Cuisine Paris, learning the art of the notoriously fickle macaron.
The Makings of a Jersey Bagel
The holiday season evokes a familiar feeling of homecoming for many of us. A mass pilgrimage back to the places we call home to celebrate. When I was in college, coming home for the holidays meant indulging in my favorite Jersey delicacies that just aren’t the same in Upstate New York, even though it isn’t that far away.
A Feast To Beat The Heat
This summer, needing a distraction from the sometimes oppressive heat and humidity, a dinner featuring great food and wines in a scenic, air-conditioned, indoor setting seemed like a good idea.
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Country Music Making Inroads in a Rock County
Although commonly known as a summer hangout, the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel is also the place to be in autumn. Fans still have time to catch a show – and some fall foliage – before the amphitheater closes for the season.
Rock Review: Local Pride – Christian Sparacio
Sparacio has been creating and performing music for years. He will be performing at Red Tank Brewing...
Rock Review: Expanding Horizons
By Chris Spiewak
Evolution is important in the career of any artist. No songwriter...
Beloved Arts Educator Retires From Count Basie
By Allison Perrine
RED BANK – Passionate. Resourceful. Committed.
That’s how...
Shakespeare for High School Students – 2021 Virtual Style
Two River Theater's popular education program, A Little Shakespeare, has morphed into a new program during the pandemic: Tiny Shakes: Romeo and Juliet.
