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The Bayshore Region

Special Section
updated 10-4-08

ABERDEEN • ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS • BELFORD
HAZLET • HIGHLANDS • KEANSBURG • KEYPORT
LEONARDO • MATAWAN • MIDDLETOWN • NAVESINK
PORT MONMOUTH • UNION BEACH • SANDY HOOK

"Afternoon By The Twin Lights" by Theresa Troise Heidel
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Welcome To the Bayshore Region • More Information

Chambers Of Commerce & Business Organizations

Attractions, Historic Sites, & Museums • Area Lighthouses
Parks, Trails, & Scenic Overlooks • Theaters • Hospital • Calendar Of Events

Accommodations • Area Businesses • Automobile Dealership • Boat Sales
Real Estate • Dining Out & Catering

Welcome to the Bayshore Region

The Bayshore Region is comprised of the following communities: Aberdeen, Atlantic Highlands, Hazlet, Highlands, Keansburg, Keyport, Matawan, Middletown Township (including Middletown, Belford, Leonardo, Navesink, and Port Monmouth), and Union Beach as well as Sandy Hook, part of the Gateway National Recreation Area.

The Bayshore is situated on the Raritan Bay and the Atlantic Ocean and is in close proximity to New York City and other New Jersey attractions by ferry, train, or car.

Along the Bayshore, you'll find great shopping, antiquing, dining, places to stay, and homes to buy or rent. You'll also find beaches for sunning and swimming or quiet exploring, and many of these true boating and fishing communities still retain the warmth and feel of the vanishing “old Jersey Shore.” Its wonderful historic sites, parks, trails, scenic overlooks, and two lighthouses are some of the best and most unique in New Jersey.

Whether you're visiting the Bayshore for business or pleasure, there's plenty to do and see. This guide highlights just some of this unique region's offerings.

Please call the listed chambers of commerce and business organizations (or visit their websites) for more information about the region or a specific community.

From its northern bay shoreline, to its pristine environmental jewel, Sandy Hook, to its hills and rolling horse pastures, along the Bayshore you'll find a sampling of everything that life at the Jersey Shore has to offer.

For More Information About The Bayshore

Among many sources, the publisher expresses thanks to the following organizations for this guide's information. Please call or visit their websites for more information about the attractions and events appearing in this guide and the Bayshore Region.

Bayshore Development Office
945 Highway 36, Leonardo, (732) 291-4206
www.bayshorenj.com

Monmouth County Department Of Economic Development/Tourism
Jeanne DeYoung, Tourism Representative
31 East Main Street, Freehold, (800) 523-2587
www.visitmonmouth.com/tourism
The Battle of Monmouth on June 28, 1778 was the turning point of the Revolutionary War. We won the battle then, and we are still a winner––226 years later. Monmouth County, the Heart of Coastal New Jersey, offers pristine beaches, parks, cultural centers, historical sites, the arts, and antiques. Good roadways, excellent transportation, and accommodations galore! Please call, Jeanne DeYoung, Tourism Representative, for information on all that Monmouth County offers.

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Monmouth County Parks System
805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, (732) 842-4000
www.monmouthcountyparks.com
Over 9,000 acres of preserved open spaces are available for your fitness and relaxing pleasure. From hiking trails and campsites to golf courses and historic sites, there are opportunities for all. Call for brochures and directions.

Northern Monmouth Chamber Of Commerce
1041 Highway 36, P.O. Box 521, Navesink, NJ 07752; (732) 291-7870
www.northernmonmouth.org

Bayshore Chambers Of Commerce & Business Organizations

ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
P.O. Box 141, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716; (732) 872-8711
www.atlantichighlands.org

BAYSHORE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
945 Highway 36, Leonardo, NJ 07737; (732) 291-4206
www.bayshorenj.com

HIGHLANDS BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP, INC.
P.O. Box 375, Highlands, NJ 07732; (732) 291-4713
www.highlandsnj.com/hbp
www.highlandsnj.com

THE JERSEY SHORE PARTNERSHIP
26 Lawson Lane, P.O. Box 535, Sandy Hook, NJ 07732; (732) 708-1206
www.thejerseyshorepartnership.com

KEYPORT BUSINESS ALLIANCE
14 West Front Street, P.O. Box 636, Keyport, NJ 07735; (732) 739-0690
www.keyportonline.com

MATAWAN-ABERDEEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
P.O. Box 522, Matawan, NJ 07747; (732) 290-1125

MONMOUTH COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/TOURISM
Jeanne DeYoung, Tourism Representative
31 East Main Street, Freehold, (800) 523-2587
www.visitmonmouth.com/tourism
The Battle of Monmouth on June 28, 1778 was the turning point of the Revolutionary War. We won the battle then, and we are still a winner––226 years later. Monmouth County, the Heart of Coastal New Jersey, offers pristine beaches, parks, cultural centers, historical sites, the arts, and antiques. Good roadways, excellent transportation, and accommodations galore! Please call, Jeanne DeYoung, Tourism Representative, for information on all that Monmouth County offers.

MONMOUTH COUNTY PARKS SYSTEM
805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, (732) 842-4000
www.monmouthcountyparks.com
Over 9,000 acres of preserved open spaces are available for your fitness and relaxing pleasure. From hiking trails and campsites to golf courses and historic sites, there are opportunities for all. Call for brochures and directions.

NORTHERN MONMOUTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
1041 Highway 36, P.O. Box 521, Navesink, NJ 07752; (732) 291-7870
www.northernmonmouth.org

Bayshore Attractions, Historic Sites, & Museums

ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS
Atlantic Highlands Chamber Of Commerce
P.O. Box 141, Atlantic Highlands, (732) 872-8711
www.atlantichighlands.org
Atlantic Highlands is one of the towns that comprise the Bayshore Region of the Jersey Shore. Thought of as “the jewel of the Bayshore,” this upscale, historic village offers great shopping, antiquing, and dining, a five-plex cinema, and a full and half-day fishing fleet. Nestled among the hills along the Bayshore, Atlantic Highlands has more Victorian homes than any other town in New Jersey except Cape May. To learn more about the town's unique architecture, visit The Atlantic Highlands Historical Society located in the Strauss Mansion Museum, a late Victorian Queen Anne style “summer cottage.” Scenic Ocean Boulevard winds along the cliffs to Mt. Mitchill Scenic Overlook, the second highest point on the eastern seaboard, with spectacular views of the surrounding area and NYC skyline. Ten minutes away are the beautiful ocean beaches of Sandy Hook.

THE BAYSHORE REGION
Monmouth County Department Of Economic Development/Tourism
31 East Main Street, Freehold, (732) 431-7476 or (800) 523-2587
www.visitmonmouth.com/tourism
Northern Monmouth Chamber Of Commerce
1041 Highway 36, P.O. Box 521, Navesink, (732) 291-7870
www.northernmonmouth.org
Bayshore Development Office
945 Highway 36, Leonardo, (732) 291-4206
www.bayshorenj.com
The Bayshore Region is comprised of the following communities: Aberdeen, Atlantic Highlands, Hazlet, Highlands, Keansburg, Keyport, Matawan, Middletown Township (including Middletown, Belford, Leonardo, Navesink, and Port Monmouth), and Union Beach as well as Sandy Hook, part of the Gateway National Recreation Area. The Bayshore is situated on the Raritan Bay and the Atlantic Ocean and is in close proximity to New York City and other New Jersey attractions by ferry, train, or car. Along the Bayshore, you'll find great shopping, antiquing, dining, places to stay, and homes to buy or rent. You'll also find beaches for sunning and swimming or quiet exploring, and many of these true boating and fishing communities still retain the warmth and feel of the vanishing “old Jersey Shore.” Its wonderful historic sites, parks, trails, scenic overlooks, and two lighthouses are some of the best and most unique in New Jersey. Whether you're visiting the Bayshore for business or pleasure, there's plenty to do and see. From its northern bay shoreline, to its pristine environmental jewel, Sandy Hook, to its hills and rolling horse pastures, along the Bayshore you'll find a sampling of everything that life at the Jersey Shore has to offer.

THE CHRIST CHURCH, MIDDLETOWN
corner of King's Highway and Church Street, Middletown, (732) 671-2524
This church has served a Church of England congregation since the 1680s. In 1795, the Church was deeded land of the Middletown Village blockhouse and county court by a former justice of the court. In 1744, a church building was erected on the blockhouse foundation. The present Christ Church building was built in 1836, still using the blockhouse foundation dating to 1670.

KEANSBURG AMUSEMENT PARK & RUNAWAY RAPIDS WATER PARK
75 Beachway, Keansburg, (800) 805-4FUN; (732) 495-1402
www.keansburgamusementpark.com
State of the art water park. Dozens of unique rides and games of skill. 2,500 foot fishing pier and free beach admission.

KEYPORT
Keyport Business Alliance
14 West Front Street, P.O. Box 636, Keyport, (732) 739-0690
www.keyportonline.com
Keyport is one of the towns that comprise the Bayshore Region of the Jersey Shore. Thought of as “the pearl of the Bayshore” and located at the foot of Keyport Harbor and Matawan Creek, Keyport is surrounded by Hazlet and Aberdeen Townships and the Borough of Union Beach. In Keyport you'll find great shopping, antiquing, dining, places to stay, and homes to buy or rent. Visit the website to see days of fun to be had in this unique Jersey Shore town. Keyport is accessible from Highways 35 and 36 and from GSP Exit 117; it is only forty miles from NYC by car, bus, or train and only twenty nautical miles by passenger ferry to downtown Manhattan.

KEYPORT STEAMBOAT DOCK MUSEUM
foot of Broad Street at American Legion Drive, Keyport, (732) 739-6390
www.keyportonline.com
This museum contains exhibits of steamboats as well as fire department, air, and marine artifacts. Visit the gift shop. Open Sundays, May - September, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM or by special appointment. There is no admission fee; donations accepted.

LONGSTREET FARM AND HOLMDEL PARK
Longstreet Road, Holmdel Park, Holmdel, (732) 946-3758
A living history farm located in Holmdel Park that maintains life as it was during the 1890s. Costumed interpreters work the farm as it was over a hundred years ago. Come see the 14-room farmhouse, live animals, agricultural fields, and barnyard! Activities, guided tours, and children's programs are available. Open everyday except Christmas. The farmhouse is open only on weekends. Holmdel Park's 572 acres features hiking and fitness trails, fishing and skating ponds, tennis courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, a sledding hill, and more.

MARLPIT HALL
137 Kings Highway, Middletown, (732) 462-1466
www.monmouth.com/~mcha
This rare example of colonial architecture was erected in several stages. A one-room Dutch cottage was begun in 1685 by James Grover, Jr., and was greatly enlarged circa 1730-1750 by 'Squire' John Taylor, a prominent merchant. The house remained in the Taylor family until acquired for the Monmouth County Historical Association in 1936. It is furnished to reflect ownership from 1685 through 1820, with five rooms providing the time line.

MONMOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
70 Court Street, Freehold, (732) 462-1466
Four 18th century historic houses have been pre-served by the association. Its headquarters in Free-hold offer a fine library and mu-seum featuring changing and permanent exhibitions. Museum hours: Tues. - Sat. 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Sun. 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Library hours: Wed. - Sat. 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The four historical houses are located in various towns throughout the county and are open seasonally May through September. Please call for locations and times.

SANDY HOOK:
GATEWAY NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, SANDY HOOK UNIT
SANDY HOOK VISITOR'S CENTER
SANDY HOOK LIGHTHOUSE
FORT HANCOCK HISTORIC DISTRICT
Off Route 36, Sandy Hook, (732) 872-5970
www.nps.gov/gate
www.shore.co.monmouth.nj.us/lighthouses
The Sandy Hook region of the Gateway National Recreation Area features seven miles of beaches (with lifeguards in summer), evening beach concerts, hiking trails, salt marshes, and over three hundred species of birds. Ranger (and self-guided) tours are available year-round. The park is open daily, sunrise to sunset. The Sandy Hook Visitor's Center at Spermaceti Cove is an 1894 U.S. Life-Saving Station that features exhibits on the peninsula's natural environment. It is open daily 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Located near the tip of this seven-mile barrier peninsula, is the historic Sandy Hook Lighthouse. Built at the request of New York merchants wanting to protect their ships entering the harbor, it was lighted for the first time on June 11, 1764. The octagonal tower was the fifth lighthouse in the colonies and remains the oldest operating lighthouse in the U.S. today. The Lighthouse was occupied by British soldiers during the American Revolution and was bombarded by cannons served by Patriot troops. It was also the sanctuary to local refugees who were sympathizers of the King. The grounds around the Lighthouse are open daily, and a video program can also be viewed. The Lighthouse itself is open to climb on Saturdays and Sundays from April through mid-December. Volunteers from the N.J. Lighthouse Society offer tours inside and are limited on a first-come, first-served basis. While there, also visit the Fort Hancock Historic District. Built in 1898, Fort Hancock includes gun batteries and over one hundred buildings. Start your visit at the Fort Hancock Museum; then visit History House, an 1890s officers' home. (History House is open weekends 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM.) Special use fees for beach parking are charged, while entry to the historic district is free.

THE TAYLOR – BUTLER HOUSE
127 Kings Highway, Middletown, (732) 462-1466
www.monmouth.com/~mcha
Joseph Dorset Taylor and Mary Holmes Taylor, for whom this house was built, were married in 1849. Both resided in New York where Joseph was a very successful merchant in the China Trade working with his uncle, Mary's father. Both were proud descendants of the Taylors of Marlpit Hall which had remained in Mary's side of the family. After their marriage, Joseph and Mary decided to move back to Middletown and build a grand house on the family homestead. This house, Orchard Home, which is now called the Taylor - Butler House, was built in 1853 and reflected the wealth and status that the Taylors had achieved. Here they raised their family, a son named Edward who became a professional photographer and a daughter named for her mother who was the last family member to live here. The house was furnished with Taylor family heirlooms and with treasures from the Orient imported by Joseph's company. After the younger Mary Holmes Taylor's death in 1930, the house stood empty for about ten years until architect Henry Ludwig Kramer purchased it for his home and office. He lovingly restored the house and added indoor plumbing, a feature that replaced the two-story out-house that extended over the kitchen wing. In the 1950s, George W. Butler purchased the property. He and his wife, Helen, were noted for their community involvement and hospitality.

Bayshore Area Lighthouses

ROMER SHOAL LIGHTHOUSE
Off Sandy Hook
The shoal and lighthouse are named for the William J. Romer, a vessel which sank here in 1863. Both are located in the approach to the Verrazano Narrows of New York Harbor on the east side of what is known as Ambrose Channel. It is visible from Sandy Hook and the eastern Bayshore region. The maroon and white harbor beacon dates back to 1898. Maintained by the Coast Guard. Closed to the public.

SANDY HOOK LIGHTHOUSE
Off Route 36, Sandy Hook, (732) 872-5970
www.nps.gov/gate
Located near the tip of this seven-mile barrier peninsula is the historic Sandy Hook Lighthouse. Lighted for the first time on June 11, 1764, the octagonal tower was the fifth lighthouse in the colonies and remains the oldest operating lighthouse in the U.S. today. The Lighthouse was occupied by British soldiers during the American Revolution and was bombarded by cannons served by Patriot troops. It was also the sanctuary to local refugees who were sympathizers of the King. The grounds around the Lighthouse are open daily, and a video program can also be viewed. The Lighthouse itself is open to climb on Saturdays and Sundays from April through mid-December. Volunteers from the N.J. Lighthouse Society offer tours inside.

TWIN LIGHTS OF NAVESINK
Off Route 36, Highlands, (732) 872-1814
Twin Lights Of Navesink is a brownstone double lighthouse. This two-beacon light marked the western entrance to New York Harbor. The south tower became the first electrically operated lighthouse in the United States. The present towers, rising 250 feet above the Sandy Hook Bay, were constructed in 1862. Though decommissioned in 1952, local organizations had a 500-watt blinker light installed in 1962 as a reminder of the Light's heritage. Marconi conducted the first ship-to-shore broadcast here. The museum's exhibit centers around the history of the Twin Lights, marine history, and the U.S. Life-Saving Service.

For more information about Jersey Shore lighthouses, please refer to: www.shore.co.monmouth.nj.us/lighthouses.

Bayshore Parks, Trails, & Scenic Overlooks

BAYSHORE WATERFRONT PARK
119 Port Monmouth Road, Middletown, (732) 842-4000
www.monmouthcountyparks.com/parks/bayshore.asp
Views of Raritan Bay and the NYC skyline; boardwalk, beach access, and 145 acres including a fishing pier.

CHEESEQUAKE STATE PARK
300 Gordon Road (GSP Exit 120, off of Morristown Road), Matawan, (732) 566-2161
www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/cheesequake.html
Cheesequake State Park's uniqueness lies in its geographical location. Not only is it situated in the middle of urban north and suburban south New Jersey, it lies in a transitional zone between two different ecosystems. Open fields, saltwater and freshwater marshes, a white cedar swamp, Pine Barrens, and a northeastern hardwood forest are the main characteristics of the park.

DEEP CUT GARDENS
352 Red Hill Road, Middletown, (732) 671-6050
www.monmouthcountyparks.com/parks/deep_cut/deep_cut.asp
Deep Cut Gardens is dedicated to the home gardener. The fifty-four acres of gardens and greenhouses are planned as a living catalog of cultivated and native plant materials to be observed through the seasons. Whether identifying the specimens in the gardens, questioning the horticultural staff, or perusing the books and magazines in the horticultural reference library, you will discover ways to improve your home garden. While there, visit the Home Compost Demonstration Area. Views of NYC and the surrounding countryside; shade, seating, and picnic tables.

HARTSHORNE WOODS PARK
Navesink Road, Middletown, (732) 842-4000
www.monmouthcountyparks.com/parks/hartshorne.asp
You'll feel many miles away from civilization as you travel the trails of this park. Features include group cabin camping (by reservation), cross country ski trails, fishing in the Navesink River, rest rooms, and trails for walking, hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Trails include three miles of paved paths closed to vehicular traffic in the Rocky Point Section. Adventure, exercise, and relaxation await you on the eleven-mile trail system of this 736-acre park. It's the perfect place to escape the sounds of suburbia.

HENRY HUDSON TRAIL
Aberdeen/Keyport border to Atlantic Highlands, (732) 842-4000
www.monmouthcountyparks.com/parks/henry_hudson.asp
Stretching from Atlantic Highlands to Aberdeen through the Bayshore communities, this nine mile, paved trail runs just north of and parallel to Route 36 from the Aberdeen/Keyport border at the intersection of Lloyd Road and Clark Street to the Atlantic Highlands border at Avenue D. The trail, a former railroad right-of way, is for use by walkers, bicyclists, in-line skaters, and equestrians. Recently, the trail was extended another nine miles to Freehold Borough.

HOLMDEL PARK AND LONGSTREET FARM
Longstreet Road, Holmdel, (732) 946-3758
This 572 acre park features hiking and fitness trails, fishing and skating ponds, tennis courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, a sledding hill, and more. Longstreet Farm, located in the park, is a living history farm that maintains life as it was during the 1890s. Costumed interpreters work the farm as it was over a hundred years ago. Come see the 14-room farmhouse, live animals, agricultural fields, and barnyard! Activities, guided tours, and children's programs are available. Open everyday except Christmas. The farmhouse is open only on weekends.

HUBER WOODS PARK
Brown's Dock Road, Locust section of Middletown, (732) 872-2670
www.monmouthcountyparks.com/parks/huber.asp
Enjoy a fabulous view of the Navesink River and relax as you get away from it all on one of the trails. This park features 258 acres of forest and meadows. Other attractions include seven miles of multi-use trails, and the Environmental Center with hands-on nature displays. A visit to Huber Woods Park is the perfect opportunity to appreciate facets of nature that are often taken for granted. Take time amid the scenic beauty and panoramic views to observe the small things—the sounds, smells, lights and shadows, and subtle hints of seasonal changes. Relax in a meadow or take a walk along a wooded trail. Each experience will enhance your appreciation of the fascinating natural world around you.

MOUNT MITCHILL SCENIC OVERLOOK
Ocean Boulevard, Atlantic Highlands, (732) 842-4000
www.monmouthcountyparks.com/parks/mt_mitchel.asp
This is the Jersey Shore's highest point—266 feet above sea level—and is the second highest point on the Atlantic seaboard (after Maine's Cadillac Mountain at Acadia National Park). The overlook's twelve acres offer spectacular views of Sandy Hook, Raritan Bay, and the NYC skyline. The overlook has picnic tables and a playground. Mount Mitchill is the chosen site for the September 11th Memorial. The memorial will be a tribute to the 169 men and women born, raised, or residing in Monmouth County who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks.

SANDY HOOK:
GATEWAY NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, SANDY HOOK UNIT
SANDY HOOK VISITOR'S CENTER
SANDY HOOK LIGHTHOUSE
FORT HANCOCK HISTORIC DISTRICT
Off Route 36, Highlands, (732) 872-5970
www.nps.gov/gate
www.shore.co.monmouth.nj.us/lighthouses
The Sandy Hook region of the Gateway National Recreation Area features seven miles of beaches (with lifeguards in summer), evening beach concerts, hiking trails, salt marshes, and over three hundred species of birds. Ranger (and self-guided) tours are available year-round. The park is open daily, sunrise to sunset. The Sandy Hook Visitor's Center at Spermaceti Cove is an 1894 U.S. Life-Saving Station that features exhibits on the peninsula's natural environment. It is open daily 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Located near the tip of this seven-mile barrier peninsula, is the historic Sandy Hook Lighthouse. Built at the request of New York merchants wanting to protect their ships entering the harbor, it was lighted for the first time on June 11, 1764. The octagonal tower was the fifth lighthouse in the colonies and remains the oldest operating lighthouse in the U.S. today. The Lighthouse was occupied by British soldiers during the American Revolution and was bombarded by cannons served by Patriot troops. It was also the sanctuary to local refugees who were sympathizers of the King. The grounds around the Lighthouse are open daily, and a video program can also be viewed. The Lighthouse itself is open to climb on Saturdays and Sundays from April through mid-December. Volunteers from the N.J. Lighthouse Society offer tours inside and are limited on a first-come, first-served basis. While there, also visit the Fort Hancock Historic District. Built in 1898, Fort Hancock includes gun batteries and over one hundred buildings. Start your visit at the Fort Hancock Museum; then visit History House, a 1890s officers' home. (History House is open weekends 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM.) Special use fees for beach parking are charged, while entry to the historic district is free.

TATUM PARK
Holland Road and Red Hill Road, Middletown, (732) 842-4000
www.monmouthcountyparks.com/parks/tatum.asp
"A little piece of paradise where you can find peace of mind." That's one description of the 368 acres of rolling hills, open fields, and four miles of winding trails through red and chestnut oaks and tulip trees. Visit the park each season to see the beautiful changes in color. Picnic tables offer a relaxing place to lunch. Near the Red Hill Activity Center, you'll find a playground at the edge of the woods.

Bayshore Theaters

ABERDEEN/MATAWAN REPERTORY THEATRE
Route 34 and Franklin Street, Matawan, (732) 583-7874
www.spotlightplayers.org

DUNCAN SMITH THEATRE
Holmdel Theatre Company, Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel, (732) 946-0427
www.holmdeltheatrecompany.org
This historic, 125-year-old barn has been transformed into a modern, fully air-conditioned facility with 99 comfortably cushioned seats. Here, classics of all kinds—from Romeo and Juliet and A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Arms and the Man and Godspell—engage audiences in a closer, more affecting way. By tackling challenging, contemporary plays such as Arcadia, Reckless, and Picasso at the Lapin Agile, the Duncan Smith Theatre offers a front row seat to exciting and imaginative theater.

FIRST AVENUE PLAYHOUSE
123 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, (732) 291-7552
www.firstavenueplayhouse.com
This charming, intimate dessert theatre features year-round entertainment for adults and children. Performances include musicals, dramas, and comedies. Patrons sit at tables and have coffee and dessert and enjoy Broadway shows (Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8:30 PM; Sunday matinees at 2:30 PM). This theater also features Paper Moon Puppet Theater shows for children on Saturdays at 11:30 AM. A dinner package is also available. Please call for reservations.

NAVESINK LIBRARY THEATRE
Corner of Sears and Monmouth Avenues, Navesink, (732) 291-9211
www.monmouthplayers.org
Considered to be the oldest community theater in the area, The Monmouth Players were formed in 1953. This local community theater produces family friendly comedies and mysteries for three runs a year in February, April, and October. Its fourth run in December is billed as “Not Necessarily The Players” because it gives the actors a chance to expand by putting on some more controversial plays such as One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. Shows are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:15 PM and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM. Please call for tickets.

Hospital

BAYSHORE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
727 North Beers Street, Holmdel, (732) 739-5900
www.bchs.com

Bayshore Calendar Of Events

Please see Calendar Of Events.

Accommodations

BLUE BAY INN
51 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, (732) 708-9600
www.newjerseyshorehotel.com

COMFORT INN
750 Highway 35 South, Middletown, (732) 671-3400
www.middletowncomfortinn.com

GRAND LADY BY THE SEA
254 Route 36, Highlands, (732) 708-1900
www.grandladybythesea.com

HOLIDAY INN
2870 Highway 35, Hazlet, (732) 888-2000
www.ichotelsgroup.com

SEASCAPE MANOR
3 Grand Tour, Highlands, (732) 291-8467
www.seascapemanorbb.com

SANDY HOOK COTTAGE
36 Route 36, Highlands, (732) 708-1923
www.sandyhookcottage.com

Area Businesses

STRAUB LINCOLN MERCURY
Highway 35 at Parkway Exit 117, Keyport, NJ
(732) 264-8500
www.straublm.com
“It's already 2010 at Straub Lincoln Mercury in Keyport, where the 2010 Mercury Milan and Milan Hybrid have arrived! Come see why we've won the Asbury Park Press Readers' Choice Award for `Best Automobile Dealership' in Monmouth County for the past two years.”

Automobile Dealership

Boat Sales

Real Estate

Dining Out & Catering

IHOP RESTAURANT
106 Route 36 (GSP Exit #117), Keyport, (732) 264-2390
A family restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, or dinner 24 hours a day. Right off Garden State Parkway Exit #117. Wednesday is our Senior Appreciation Day where Seniors 55 and older get 50% off the regular menu when they purchase a drink. Fridays is Kids Eat Free and Characters. Two children 12 and younger get a free meal off our Kids menu for each adult that orders a meal off our regular menu and a beverage. Each week, a different cartoon character entertains the children from 6:00-7:30. We accept other IHOP, Diner, and competitors coupons for similar menu items seven days a week. This IHOP has one of the lowest priced IHOP menus in NJ.

JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS
Middletown: Route 35 and New Monmouth Road, (732) 671-1399
www.JerseyMikes.com
Jersey Mike's Subs has been making fresh-sliced, authentic sub sandwiches since 1956. With seventeen locations at the Jersey Shore to serve you, you're never far from the delicious taste that has won “Best Sub” from the readers of the Asbury Park Press five years in a row! Choose from a wide variety of hot and cold subs, wraps and specialty salads. Take Jersey Mike's to the beach, the ballgame, Six Flags or the concert. For the Jersey Mikes nearest you, log onto www.JerseyMikes.com.

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Northern Monmouth Chamber Of Commerce 1041 Highway 36, P.O. Box 521, Navesink, NJ 07752; (732) 291-7870 www.northernmonmouth.org

NORTHERN MONMOUTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1041 Highway 36, P.O. Box 521, Navesink, NJ 07752; (732) 291-7870 www.northernmonmouth.org

BLUE BAY INN 51 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, (732) 708-9600 www.newjerseyshorehotel.com

Media Resources Group, LLC
www.insidenj.com/monmouthmap

Northern Monmouth Chamber Of Commerce
1041 Highway 36, P.O. Box 521, Navesink, NJ 07752; (732) 291-7870
www.northernmonmouth.org

NORTHERN MONMOUTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
1041 Highway 36, P.O. Box 521, Navesink, NJ 07752; (732) 291-7870
www.northernmonmouth.org

BLUE BAY INN
51 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, (732) 708-9600
www.newjerseyshorehotel.com