It’s an unlikely partnership, one that stemmed from an idea and grew into a partnership between the Veterans of Foreign Wars Harold Daley Post 133 and the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce. The result – new office space for the Chamber and a Community Conference Room and meeting space, unveiled Tuesday during a grand opening […]

The 2015 Asbury Angels Plaque dedication ceremony will be held 1 p.m. Saturday between First and Second avenues along the boardwalk, according the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce. The dedication is a tribute to those who played a significant role in the music community, including but limited to musicians, tech support personnel, DJs, journalists, club […]

Johnny Mac’s owner John McGillion announced this afternoon that he is in the midst of purchasing the rights to the Asbury Park Zombie Walk. “We’re looking forward to taking it over and getting involved,” the Asbury Park bar owner and restauranteur said. “It’s a tremendous asset to the City of Asbury Park.” McGillion said the […]

Zombie Walk organizers have submitted an application to move forward with the annual event here in Asbury Park, Mayor John Moor said. “They put in an application two days ago,” Moor said in a telephone interview. “They will be making a presentation to the Special Events Committee on Thursday.” In an open letter to the […]

Lakehouse Music Academy is among those being honored Friday at the annual Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce Carousel Awards. Just two years after opening its doors, the music academy is also a hub of recording studios, professionally-equipped rehearsal spaces, a retail music store, and base for music industry professionals. Their goal of creating a space […]

Tickets for the Fourth Annual Restaurant Tour are now available on line, said Jacqueline Pappas, executive director of the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce. Held this year from noon to 4 p.m. April 26, the Chamber of Commerce sponsored event showcases each eatery’s cuisine via small bites, samplings and demos. “Restaurants are the leading industry […]

With the holiday season just around the corner, this Sunday offers shoppers in Asbury Park the chance to beat the crowds and score unique gifts and artisan goods early on. More than 30 of the city’s downtown and oceanfront shops will bring their wares out onto the streets during the Asbury Park Citywide Sidewalk Sale, […]

The Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce has chosen their next foes in the city’s Fourth Annual Pedal Boat Race set for Tuesday, July 29. Representatives from the Chamber of Commerce will team up with Asbury Park city officials and administration to face off against Neptune Township Mayor Michael Brantley and Township Committee members. The race, […]

Tickets for the second annual Asbury Park Restaurant Tour go on sale Tuesday, April 1. The tour is sponsored by the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce and features more than 25 eating establishments in all sections of the city. The event costs $30 and will be held on Sunday, April 27, from noon to 4 […]

Asbury Park’s sixth annual Oysterfest hit a milestone this year, attracting over 20,000 people throughout the course of the three-day food and music festival. “It’s unbelievable,” said Jackie Pappas, executive director of the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce. “All three days were up and over our normal average.” Last year’s total attendance of 9,996 was less than […]