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MANASQUAN VS POINT TUG OF WAR
 The Manasquan Inlet Tug of War, presented by Jersey Mike’s, returns to the Manasquan Inlet on Saturday, October 1st, and this year, interested participants and teams can register on their own to pull the rope in one of the heats.
The event consists of series of tugs of war across the nearly 500-foot wide Manasquan Inlet, all while raising money for the recreation departments in both Manasquan and Point Pleasant Beach. The Manasquan Inlet Tug of War has raised almost $100,000 since its inception in 2018.
“We’ve received so many inquiries from fans that were looking to participate in a tug of war on their own that we wanted to open this up to the general public this year,” said event chairman Geoff Brown. “Last year’s event came down to the final heat and we can’t wait for October 1st this year.”
“This event has turned into one of the best community events around the Jersey Shore,” said Rich Hope, Chief Marketing Officer for Jersey Mike’s. “Jersey Mike’s is honored to be a part in a unique and fun day that brings people together on both sides of the Inlet and from across the Jersey Shore community.”
Registration is made by clicking here: https://p2p.onecause.com/mitugofwar2022
“We rely 100% on the benevolence of the community in order to bring our mission to life for children in New Jersey battling critical illnesses,” shared Tom Weatherall, President & CEO of Make-A-Wish New Jersey. “We cannot continue to restore hope in the lives of wish children and their families, right here in our own local communities, without the support of events like the Manasquan Inlet Tug of War. We are honored to be a part of this unique annual event, bringing local towns together and helping us change the lives of children right here in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Thank you to all who have played a part in bringing the Tug of War to the Jersey shore once again – to the leadership, their committee, their presenting sponsors Jersey Mike’s Subs, and of course the event participants who are raising vital funds to support our mission.”
Interested parties can register as individuals, who will then be assigned to a team, or as a full team of 25. Participation includes a t-shirt and the opportunity to raise additional funds for the Make-a-Wish Foundation of New Jersey, the official non-profit partner of the Manasquan Inlet Tug of War.
This will be the fourth Manasquan Inlet Tug of War, pitting Manasquan and Point Pleasant Beach. Manasquan has won two of the first three including the 2021 edition. The festivals on each side of the Inlet feature music, food & drink vendors, and craft vendors and more.
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THE WINE CORNER
2020 Grounded Cabernet Sauvignon. $15.99 by Josh Phelps (son of Joseph Phelps of Insignia fame.) Available at Spirit of '76 Manasquan.
VINTAGE NOTES
A moderately warm summer throughout our Central Coast and Northern Interior vineyards allowed us to ripen our fruit over an extended period, resulting in the gradual development of enhanced dark fruit flavors and tannins. Our Central Coast blocks were the last ones picked, in late October, when cool night temperatures helped the fruit retain good color and acidity.
WINEMAKER NOTES
Coordination between winery and vineyard teams allowed us to harvest, sort and process optimally ripe fruit under ideal conditions. Winemaking, oak aging and blending were carefully monitored at each step to enhance the wine’s natural identity.
TASTING NOTES
Red garnet in color, with a youthful purple hue, our 2020 Grounded Wine Co. California Cabernet Sauvignon leads with heady aromas of black cherry, cassis and licorice. On the palate, the wine shows ripe blackberry, dusty cocoa and sweet oak that complement the silky texture of this classic Cabernet throughout its long, aromatic finish.
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NEW KID ON THE BLOCK IS KILLING IT...
In restaurant years THE GOAT by David Burke - now six months old - is  just a kid. Nonetheless, Chef Burke’s latest restaurant is killing it and gaining new fans every day making it the hottest spot in the Bayshore region busy even on traditionally slower nights. In addition to the flourishing restaurant business, the clientele is also eating up the entertainment. Each of the five monthly Comedy Supper Club nights in the upstairs private dining room have been sellouts.
“We love THE GOAT,” said Donna Bonk, now a regular with her partner Todd Kwitchoff. Bonk, a pharmaceutical sales rep and mom of two teens residing in nearby Keyport is thrilled at long last to have a quality dining establishment close to her home. In addition to the menu and service Bonk raved about the discounted happy hour. “We love Lou the bartender and the happy hour cannot be beat. It doesn’t pay to go anywhere else. We get the best food and drinks for an amazing price! And my kids love the pizza cooked in the wood-fired oven!”
The Happy Hour is Tuesday – Friday 3-6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday noon – 6 p.m. serving an extensive bar menu (all dishes are $10) and ½ off specialty drinks, select wines and beers. But even without the discounted happy hour, THE GOAT has a reasonably priced menu and nightly specials. The restaurant is open for lunch at 11:30 and dinner at 4 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday and brunch at 11 a.m. on Sunday. It is closed Mondays.
“There’s a soft spot in my heart for THE GOAT,” explained Chef Burke. “It’s so close to where I grew up and I had a vision to open a restaurant on this underserved stretch of highway. I get a lot of joy from our clientele who often express their thankfulness and appreciation for having a place closer to home where they can get this kind of experience. Union Beach and the Bayshore community have been very welcoming and receptive to our efforts. We anticipate a long journey there and to developing more restaurants in Monmouth County and surrounding counties,” he promised.
“The food is fantastic and THE GOAT has been very good for our town,” said Charlie Cocuzza, the Mayor of Union Beach. THE GOAT provides jobs for locals, it’s brought attention to our town, offers a new reason to come here.”
When creating the concept for THE GOAT, Burke’s vision was to make it a “go-at-it” one-stop, fun restaurant, an easy choice for a local spot where guests have quickly become regulars visiting several times a week. He nailed it, agreed both Cocuzza and Bonk.
There is outdoor dining available and online ordering available with delivery by Doordash and Slice.
Special nights include Tuesday and Wednesday Burger Nights Three-course prix fixe $35 with $5, $8 wine $12 cocktails all night. There is live music Wednesdays in Chandelier Room.
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FIND YOUR BEST WEEKEND - MAYFLOWER INN
Located just two hours from Manhattan in the hills of Connecticut, the 30 room luxury inn sits on 58 gorgeous acres of gardens and woodlands and is surrounded by a 3,000 acre nature preserve.
The majestic Mayflower House is home to reception, The Tap Room lounge, the Mayflower Dining Room and some wonderful parlors, each with a blazing fireplace during our visit. My favorite was the cozy and intimate library which also had a fireplace and some super comfortable leather reading chairs. It was the perfect place in the morning for coffee and a newspaper.
Accommodations are spread over 4 buildings and each is individually styled. All have feather topped mattresses, antique oriental rugs, oversized marble baths with brass and Limoges fittings, gas fireplaces, a well-stocked in-room bar, thick luxurious duvets, plump oversized pillows, linens by Frette and antique four-poster beds. READ MORE
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THIS 'N THAT
We purchased 4 ( 3 adult, 1 child) Sea Streak Fall Foliage Cruise tickets  that we cannot use now. They are for the October 1st from Highlands to Cold Springs New York. Tickets cost $312, we'll sell them for $150. All you need to do is Venmo us and we'll forward the tickets. Email me at jimaf5003@gmail.com. Here's the link.
At Cross & Orange: Tuna Tacos w/ Fresh Ahi Tuna, Crispy Wonton Shells, Cucumber, & Spicy Mayo
Cocktails & Dinner: Thursdays-Sundays 4pm
Brunch: Saturdays & Sundays @ 10am
Celebrate at the Shore! Kick off the Holidays in style with a private event at DRIFTHOUSE. Host a client event, office party and more in an amazing customizable space with NYC quality cuisine, first class service and SPECTACULAR views. Celebrity chef Chef David Burke and their expert on-site event planner, Penny Kaplan, are ready to make your Holiday party an affair to remember! Get the ball rolling here: drifthousedb.com/private-events/
Monday’s are now burger nights at the JSBBQ and It’s Patty Melt Monday y’all!! Two of these specialty burgers for $25 (dine in only) their Patty Melt is 10 oz of JSBBQ custom blended ground beef- caramelized onions and garlic aioli on Joe Leones Rye! .. and of course comes with one of homemade sides!! Also, Corned Beef is here- they have Reuben’s y’all!!
Surprise surprise, Reef & Barrell has a special pop up show with Brian Kirk & The Jirks this Friday! This one’s for the locals. Doors at 6p, Reef Lot Outdoor Show (Weather Permitting)
Join The Salty Whale after the Tug of War for Smashed Burgers and beer specials! Two Johns is playing @3pm
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"The Ultimate Guide to the Jersey Shore"
 The Ultimate Guide to the Jersey Shore was created to introduce the area to incoming visitors. It is full of articles, reviews, event announcements and ads from popular Jersey Shore Retailers.
Distributed to hotels, inns, B&B's, Parkway rest areas, dry cleaners, doctor's offices, car dealers, and more. See it on-line here
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UPCOMING EVENTS
October 14-23 - Man of La Mancha - Algonquin Theater
October 14 - The Spongebob Musical - Spring Lake Theater
October 20-November 20 - Eden Prairie, 1971 at NJ Repertory Company Theater
November 3 - The Dream Dinner - A Jersey Shore Restaurant Week event
November 4 - Jersey Shore Restaurant Week begins
November 6 - Tito's Cocktail Challenge - A Jersey Shore Restaurant Week event
November 13 - Amateur Chef Competition & Wine Tasting - A Jersey Shore Restaurant Week event
November 13 - James Langton's New York All Star Big Band - Algonquin Theater
December 1 - Scrooge - Spring Lake Theater
December 13 - "It's A Wonderful Life" - Algonquin Theater
December 3-18 - A Christmas Story - Algonquin Theater
Count Basie Schedule
PNC Arts Center Schedule
Stone Pony Schedule
FOOD & DRINK DEALS
At any given time you may be looking to see who has deals on food, drink and entertainment. Maybe it's a Tuesday night and you want to see who is offering a promotion. Look no further. We've assembled a list of what the Jersey Shore has to offer. Click here
ENTERTAINMENT
Thursday
Wrat Shinedown ticket give-away, DJ Funsize at Joe's Surf Shack
Live music at Drifthouse by David Burke
The Snakes at Bar A
Nick Ryan & The Mess at The Salty Whale
Thursday Happy Hour Wayne Bilotti Duo. Thursday Dance Party Karaoke with Madman Manny 8:00 at Bum Rogers
Friday
Bob O'Connell outside, American Hawk inside 8:30pm-12 at Crab's Claw
Mission Dance 6:00pm, DJ Big Ave 10:00pm at Bar A
Trane Stevens 5pm, Temporary Grace 9:30pm at Bum Rogers
Alter Ego at Fratello's
DJ Bluiz at Joe's Surf Shack
Live music at Drifthouse by David Burke
Brian Kirk & the Jirks 6pm, DJ Kaos at Reef & Barrel
Matt Baker at The Salty Whale
Saturday
DJ Mike Nice 9pm, 7th Realm 10pm at Bar A
Live music at Crab's Claw Inn
Funsize and MC Joe at Joe's Surf Shack
Eddie Testa Band 9:30pm at Bum Rogers
Two Johns 3pm at The Salty Whale
Sunday
DJ Rob Busch at Joe's Surf Shack
Jay Robinson Duo and The Brofessionals alternating every Sunday at Bum Rogers. Billy Hector 8pm
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HANDYMAN SERVICES...
Flynn Property Services can perform a variety of chores around your house. Here is just a partial list of the things we can do for you:
Ceiling Fan Installation
Doorbell Installation
Drywall Repair
Fix Light Switch
Furniture Assembly
Furniture Moving
General Cleaning
Hanging Curtains and Blinds
Hang Pictures
Home Repairs
Packing and Unpacking
Painting
Shelf Mounting
TV Mounting
Yard Work
Call Ryan Flynn at 732.245.7706
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RESTAURANT/SPONSOR LINKS
Bar Anticipation - Lake Como
Bum Rogers Crabhouse - Seaside Park
Crab's Claw Inn - Lavallette
Cross & Orange - Asbury Park
Drifthouse By David Burke - Sea Bright
Fratello's - Sea Girt
Jersey Shore BBQ - Point Pleasant and Belmar
Joe Leone's - Point Pleasant
Joe's Surf Shack - Lake Como
Moonstruck - Asbury Park
New Door - Sarasota, Florida
Prime 13 - Point Pleasant
Red Horse by David Burke - Rumson
Reef & Barrel - Manasquan
Rella's Tavern & Cafe - Brielle
Salt Creek Grille - Rumson
Scarborough Fair - Sea Girt
Shipwreck Grill - Brielle
Squan Tavern - Manasquan
The Goat by David Burke. Union Beach.
The Salty Whale - Manasquan
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