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🌱 Patch AM: See which new Pilates studio just opened its doors in Asbury Park

Also, don't miss Jersey Shore Ride For Food Justice on the Asbury Park Patch calendar

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Good morning to you Asbury Park! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See which new Pilates studio just opened its doors in Asbury Park
  • How Asbury Park officially became the city you know today
  • How did Asbury Park's booming home prices shape this summer?

Also on today's calendar: Jersey Shore Ride For Food Justice and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Not as warm with a shower, with a high of 74 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Monday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 80, low: 64.
  • Tuesday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 82 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Open for Business in Monmouth recognizes business grand openings in August (einpresswire.com) — Asbury Park residents have a new fitness option with the grand opening of The Parlor NJ Pilates studio, one of seven Monmouth County businesses recently celebrated by county commissioners. The Open for Business in Monmouth initiative helps spotlight these ribbon cuttings and invites other local entrepreneurs, including those in Asbury Park, to request county support for future openings or milestones.
   

• Asbury Park - Google Arts & Culture (google.com) — Asbury Park residents get a concise snapshot of their city's identity, from its Jersey Shore location and population trends to its ranking among New Jersey beaches. The piece also traces how Asbury Park evolved from borough to city government over the late 19th century.
   

• 5 things about Jersey Shore summer 2026 tourism; did rain hurt? (app.com) — Jersey Shore tourism wrapped up a challenging summer marked by heavy rain, record gas prices, and softer business for many Monmouth County restaurants and shops. Yet high-end markets, including Asbury Park, saw vacation homes and condos selling for millions, underscoring a growing divide between affluent visitors and struggling local workers and families.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Two more monarchs this morning.
    Will be releasing later . I helped the first one to the top of the enclosure. (Nextdoor Asbury Park)
  • I heard Walmarts are closing.
    I also heard Delicious Orchard is closing too in colts Neck? Did anyone hear about these stores closing? (Nextdoor Asbury Park)
  • Wegmans posted a job opening for Cashier in Asbury Park. Apply here.
  • Acosta posted a job opening for Retail Merchandiser - Walmart in Neptune. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Asbury Park here.

🗞 Nearby News

Ocean Grove

  • Travel & Leisure Names New Jersey's Hotel Albatross Best American Inn (jerseydigs.com)
  • Keansburg Amusement Park reopens after Adam Sandler 'Grown Ups 3' shoot (app.com)
  • The mountains of Ocean Grove: North End ways…. (blogfinger.net)

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Ok Asbury Park! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because they work on so many levels ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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