In what year was Asbury Park founded, and who was it named after?

Point Pleasant Beach, a vibrant gem on the Jersey Shore, welcomes visitors with attractions for all ages.

Jenkinson’s Boardwalk shines as a centerpiece, featuring amusements, an aquarium, mini-golf, and classic seaside treats — ideal for family outings or fun with friends.

Antique lovers will enjoy exploring around a dozen unique shops downtown, especially the Point Pleasant Antique Emporium and the Canvas House Antique & Design Center, each brimming with vintage finds.

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The Jersey Shore Partnership’s Young Professionals Committee is launching its first winter celebration on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Watermark, 800 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park.

This special evening brings together local leaders and rising professionals to foster connection and celebrate the vibrant spirit of the Jersey Shore.

Guests will enjoy ocean views, drinks, light fare, and lively conversation, all while supporting efforts to preserve the Shore’s year-round appeal.

Self Care with Art Workshops at the Center in Asbury

Date: February 23
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: The Center, 806 3rd Ave, Asbury Park

Admission: No admission required.
Details: For more information, please visit the website here.

Creatures of Chrome – A Pole Dance Tribute To Your Favorite Butt Rock Hits

Date: February 24
Time: 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Location: House of Independents, 572 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park

Admission: Buy tickets here.
Details: For more information, please visit the website here.

More than 40 shelter dogs have found hope in New Jersey thanks to a recent “Flight to Freedom.”

This mission transported dogs from overcrowded shelters in Louisiana and Alabama to the Garden State, giving them a second chance at life.

Organizations like St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center have welcomed these new arrivals, demonstrating ongoing commitment to rescue efforts and adoption.

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A wave of hope arrived in New Jersey as a rescue flight touched down at Essex County Airport on January 23, 2026, bringing dozens of at-risk dogs and cats from South Carolina. Pilots To The Rescue, an organization founded by Michael Schneider in 2015, coordinated the mission with volunteers who fly animals from overcrowded shelters to safety.

This journey began in Georgetown County, South Carolina, with 24 dogs and three cats, ensuring new chances at happy lives in northern shelters. Working with the SE Coast SC Rescue Collaboration, the group places these pets with New Jersey rescues for adoption opportunities.

Local groups like Shore Saves in Freehold and the Jersey Shore Animal Center in Brick offer rewarding ways to get involved, from adoptions to events. The Animal Welfare Association in Voorhees hosts its annual “Love Your Pet Adoption Event” this February, uniting people with rescued companions.

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Asbury Park was founded in 1871 by James A. Bradley, a New York City-based industrialist and brush manufacturer. The city was named after Bishop Francis Asbury, a Methodist bishop. Bradley was a devout convert to Methodism and purchased a 500-acre tract of woodland for $90,000 to develop the seaside resort town.