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MONMOUTH BEACH
On the narrow peninsula between the Shrewsbury River and Atlantic surf, lies Monmouth Beach , a quiet community of single-family homes set off by high-rise condos overlooking the ocean. Sprawling Victorian homes along Ocean Avenue hark back to the heyday of the Jersey Shore when New York ’s millionaires summered in 15-room “cottages” all along the coast. Most are long gone, but some fine examples of Jersey Shore cottage architecture live on in Monmouth Beach . A multi-million dollar beach replenishment program has brought a renaissance in summer attractions for fishermen and sun worshippers. Membership in the town-operated MB Bathing Pavilion’s is open, for a fee, to out-of-towners as well as residents. Free beach access is available over the seawall stairs across from the MB Cultural Center . The Center offers art exhibits, slide shows and informational programs, and houses a fascinating archive of “Jerseyana.”
Monmouth Beach is one square mile, with the ocean to the east and the Shrewsbury River to the northwest. The drive to the ferry en route to New York City is only a 5-10 minute drive to the Atlantic Highlands / Highlands . Monmouth Beach offers fishing, as well as reasonably good surfing waves. The Shrewsbury River which borders the town offers sailing, kayaking, and fishing.
Local government
The Borough of Monmouth Beach has been governed under the Walsh Act, by a three-member commission, since 1929. Monmouth Beach is in the Sixth Congressional District and is part of New Jersey 's 11th Legislative District.
Education
Public school students in Kindergarten through eighth grade are educated at the Monmouth Beach School which serves a total of 315 students. Karen Ginty, now a kindergarten teacher at Monmouth Beach Elementary School who has been at the school for 33 years, was named the 2006-07 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year.
For grades 9 - 12, public school students attend Shore Regional High School , a regional high school that serves students from the constituent districts of Monmouth Beach , Sea Bright, Oceanport and West Long Branch . The school is part of the Shore Regional High School District. It is also a sending district for the Momouth County Vocational School District
Entertainment
The Count Basie Theatre, a 1926 historic theatre, is located in the heart of downtown Red Bank, New Jersey . Just minutes from the ocean, Red Bank is a beautiful and charming town built on the banks of the Navesink River . The Count Basie Theatre alone draws over 130,000 thousand people annually, in addition to the thousands who flock to Red Bank's annual film and music festivals. There are numerous art galleries, antique shops, retail stores, restaurants, and parks in this small hamlet on the Jersey Shore.
Monmouth Park Race Track has a rich heritage of thoroughbred racing. Spend the day enjoying a picnic and enjoying lots of free activities.
Recreation
Created in 1960, the Monmouth County Park System has more than 30 parks, forests, gardens, wetland/marine habitats, historic sites, recreation areas, and conservation properties totaling over 14,000 acress.
The legendary Jersey Shore attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year who enjoy the surf, sand, sun, the endless water activities, the fabled boardwalks and all the attractions that make a trip "down the Shore" a more than worthwhile and fun experience.
The Park System offers quality county golf facilities and varied recreational opportunities. With five Championship courses, two 18-hole executive courses, and a nine-hole par three course, Park System golf courses are able to accommodate golfers of all skill levels.
Museums
The Monmouth Museum was founded in 1963 as "A Museum of Ideas". After ten years of temporary homes, the Museum moved into its own 12,000 square foot facility in 1973 on the campus of Brookdale Community College, built entirely with donated funds. The purpose of the Monmouth Museum is to promote and support activities, which enhance the understanding and appreciation of cultural, scientific and artistic endeavors. The Museum operates a facility devoted to accessible art exhibitions and educational programs that express original, provocative ideas and concepts relevant to the enhancement in the quality of life of the diverse community it serves in New Jersey.
The Monmouth County Historical Association (MCHA) collects, preserves, and interprets its extensive museum, library, and archival collections that relate to Monmouth County history and cultural and makes these resources available to the widest possible audience.
MCHA promotes the study and appreciation of regional and national history through educational programming, publications, special exhibits, and research services. MCHA also preserves and interprets five significant historic sites which represents the County’s vanishing architectural heritage.
Transportation
New Jersey Transit train service on the North Jersey Coast Line connects the Middletown train station to Penn Station in New York City and to other locations in New Jersey.
Cruise to Lower and Midtown Manhattan on board one of SeaStreak’s catamarans. SeaStreak provides daily year-round ferry services from Atlantic Highlands, Highlands and to Pier 11 Wall Street and East 35 Street.
If you prefer the bus, Academy Bus provides service to Port Authority and Wall Street.
Hospitals
Riverview Medical Center is a 476-bed acute care community hospital serving the area since 1928.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center is a leading hospital in the region serving patients across Central and Southern New Jersey for more than a century. As a university teaching hospital, we offer a comprehensive range of specialized services for heart, women's health, cancer, children, stroke, surgery, trauma and much more. They are committed to improving the health of the community and advancing medicine through clinical care, teaching and research.
Monmouth Medical Center is one of New Jersey 's largest community teaching hospitals. Located in Long Branch , they are dedicated to academic excellence, clinical competence, and comprehensive and compassionate patient care.
External Links
Monmouth Beach School
Shore Regional High School
Brookdale Community College
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Riverview Medical Center
Middletown High School North
Middletown High School South
Academy Bus
SeaStreak
New Jersey Transit
The Monmouth County Historical Association
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