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Where do all those Christmas presents go?
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All that stuff we think we need winds up here. YIKES!
St. George Greek Orthodox Church
St. George’s Greek Orthodox Church located on West Park Avenue in Ocean Township, relocated from Asbury Park in 2012. The new complex includes an athletic center and a cultural center. The church will be consecrated when the iconography (funded by donations) is completed however the sanctuary even now boasts exquisite representations of saints and significant events in Orthodox scripture.
The congregation hosts an annual Greek Festival in June and important holidays are marked with the sale of home-made baked goods. Check the church calendar for more information.
Artistic License in Belford
Artistic Expression in Belford
Library Power in Bradley Beach
Built in 1927 at the urging of the Women’s Improvement League, the design of the Bradley Beach Library followed guidelines recommended by Andrew Carnegie although the building was not funded by his philanthropy but rather by donations from local citizens. Located on Fourth Avenue, the Bradley Beach Free Public Library represents the early 20th-century efforts of women’s organizations to promote cultural, educational, religious and social reforms.
In addition to books and online services, the independent Bradley Beach Library offers a variety of programs for patrons of all ages. A new addition to the rear of the building provides handicapped access. This building is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Marking American Ingenuity
This iconic landmark, designed to resemble a transistor, is the water tower at the former Bell Labs in Holmdel. The American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T) began constructing the research laboratory in 1959. It is one of the final projects of architect Eero Saarinen.
Corporate researchers invented cell phones and radio astronomy here along with other Nobel Prize winning discoveries. The site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017. It is now a privately owned mixed use office space known as Bell Works.
Monmouth County Sunsets
Keyport: Gateway to Bayshore Antiques
You may be familiar with the water tower emblazoned with the name of this small historic town as you leave the Parkway at Exit 117. Most of us just hurry on by as we choose to follow Routes 35 or 36 to other places. But by taking the time to actually visit Keyport, you may be surprised to find a number of antique shops and eateries adjacent to a revitalized waterfront.
Organized as a town in 1870, Keyport was once famous for its oyster industry and a walk through town is a reminder of a rich maritime history. Since 2011, the municipal government and the Keyport Bayfront Business Cooperative have created a promenade on the water and encouraged new businesses and music venues.
Keyport is definitely worth a visit. If antiquing isn’t your thing, come for the music or the food. McDonagh’s Pub, the Keyport Fishery, and the award-winning Broad Street Diner won’t disappoint you.
The Monmouth Muse 