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Ocean, New Jersey Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning Ocean! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How close are these creepy abandoned Jersey spots to Ocean?

Also on today's calendar: NJ Reptile & Exotic Animal Show Returns May 2–3 (2-Day Event, Limited Tickets) and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What dries when it gets wet? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 58 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 60, low: 47.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 66 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Creepy Abandoned Places in New Jersey You Didn't Know Existed (wobm.com) — If you live in or near Ocean Township, you might be surprised how many eerie abandoned spots are scattered around Ocean and Monmouth counties, including between Ocean Gate and Bayville. A local writer describes these crumbling sites, why they feel so unsettling, and how some can even be reached by short trails for curious explorers and photographers.
   

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    Wednesday May 6
  • ESP Workshop/Dinner
    The Renaissance, 1110 State Hwy 35, Ocean
    4:30 pm
    • Friday May 8
  • Mother's Day Brunch →
    Senior Center, 1201 Springwood Avenue, Suite 102, Asbury Park
    11:00 am

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🗞 Nearby News

Deal

  • Dear Abby: Driver says wealthy client typically gives a 3 percent tip (nj.com)
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Asbury Park

  • Community Spring Cleaning Event Set to Bring Neighbors Together for a Day of Giving and Renewal (tapinto.net)
  • Craft BBQ Restaurant in Coastal New Jersey Enters Chapter 11 Proceedings (whatnow.com)
  • Track & field: Manalapan boys break 50-year-old Monmouth County record (app.com)

Wall

  • Wall Township Pup Named As One Of New Jersey's 'Top Dogs' (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A towel (Thank you Christy H. for sending it in!)
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