What historic 1869 town, known as "God's Square Mile," features the highest concentration of authentic Victorian architecture in the country?

The new Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music opens June 7 at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey.

This 32,000-square-foot venue will spotlight American music history through interactive exhibits, archive research, and a cutting-edge theater.

Designed by COOKFOX Architects, the center will showcase Springsteen’s celebrated career and creative process, while exploring America’s diverse musical landscape.

Upcoming Events

The Point Pleasant Beach Police Department brings back the popular Bike Bash, a vibrant community celebration focused on bicycle safety for local youth.

Set for Saturday, May 2, from noon to 3 p.m., the event unfolds at the Silver Lake parking lot.

13th Annual Asbury Park Restaurant Tour

Date: April 26
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Downtown Asbury Park

Admission: No registration required.
Details: Don't miss Asbury Park's most highly anticipated single-day tasting event! Sample culinary delights from more than 30 local establishments as the city showcases its vibrant and diverse restaurant scene.

Asbury Park Springfest

Date: April 29 - May 1
Time: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten, Asbury Park

Admission: No registration required.
Details: Kick off the festival season with the first-ever Springfest at the Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten. Enjoy three days of live music, authentic German fare, and plenty of bier in a lively rooftop atmosphere..

A brutal winter has left many osprey nests battered along the Jersey Shore, sparking urgent restoration efforts. Staff and volunteers with the Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey are actively surveying the coastline to repair or replace nesting platforms critical for osprey survival.

About three-quarters of the state’s ospreys depend on these man-made structures, so local concern is high. Residents like Michele Guarducci of Fair Haven hope repairs will help ospreys feel safe and return each season.

Last year, a record number of osprey platforms failed, forcing some nests to be abandoned. Experts point to a drop in Atlantic menhaden—a vital fish for ospreys—as another challenge threatening their comeback.

Business Spotlight

The New Jersey Shore is enjoying a charcuterie wave, thanks to the arrival of Graze Craze in Point Pleasant.

This spot at 2419 Bridge Avenue serves up artfully assembled grazing boards, perfect for casual get-togethers or special celebrations.

Popular picks include the $9 Char-Cutie-Cup, packed with meats, cheeses, fruit, and crackers, and the $15 Grab & Graze box, featuring baguette, gourmet cheeses, and savory treats.

Photo of the Week

Ocean Grove. Founded in 1869 as a Methodist camp meeting ground, Ocean Grove boasts the largest collection of Victorian and early-20th-century architecture in the United States, earning it a spot on the National Register of Historic Places.