Wonder Bar will host a seasonal Yappy Hour Grand Opening event Saturday in support of Asbury Park Boardwalk Rescue, a nonprofit dedicated to providing care for homeless animal Yappy Hour is a place where not only does everyone know your name but they know your dog, breed and all. It’s that kind of tall “tail” […]

A daylong tribute to hardcore punk veteran Dave Franklin will be held next month at Convention Hall in Asbury Park. Franklin, a 30-year mainstay in the Jersey underground music community, died unexpectedly on Jan 5. The Vision frontman was visiting locally from Florida at the time of his passing. He was  47. On April 2, […]

The neighboring Asbury Park community is quickly reaching out to those affected by the Friday morning blaze in Ocean Grove. No lives were lost but two firefighters sustained minor injuries in the five-alarm blaze that broke out near 5 a.m. Friday along Seaview Avenue. In total, seven structures were affected and dozens were displaced, officials […]

Less than just two weeks away from an event that draws thousands to the city, the Asbury Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade team held one of their last fundraising endeavors of the season Sunday at the Wonder Bar, located on Ocean Avenue. “All I can say is what a night,” co founder and President Garrett […]

Tail waggers of all breeds and sizes will march in unison Saturday in support of Clean Ocean Action [COA]. The annual fundraising event is not only an opportunity for dogs to strut en masse, but helps draw awareness to the environmental nonprofit’s mission to keep ocean waters clear of pollutants. Held throughout the state, some […]

Sea ChangeAP, the local public art initiative behind the Wooden Walls art mural project at Sunset Pavilion will feature renowned photographer Danny Clinch’s latest collaborative with RC Hagans – Camera and a Can. Presented along the Ocean Avenue side of Sunset Pavilion from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, the event includes a walking tour led […]

It’s a weekend celebration in recognition of man’s best friend. The City’s annual Pugapalooza kicks off Friday night and will run through Sunday, organizer Connie Breech said. Proceeds from the weekend extravaganza will benefit Curly Tail Pug Rescue Northeast branch, which supports volunteer efforts across the region, Breech said. The nonprofit rescue organization works to save […]

A weekend filled with a varied selection of music and film kicks off Friday and with it comes The Asbury Park Music in Film Festival’s behind the scenes snapshots of the industry that produces the very art being celebrated. While the offerings include Friday night’s Q&A with “Miles Ahead” actor/director Don Cheadle following the screening, […]

CelKilt kicks off this weekend’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and their North American Tour with Friday night’s St. Paddy’s Warmup at the Wonder Bar. Widely known throughout Europe, the Celtic Rock Band from Lyon, France, is making their first appearance in the state as part of their North American tour, according organizers. The Tour includes […]

The Asbury Park Skateboard Foundation will hold its first stand-alone fundraising event Sunday at the Wonder Bar. Founded last spring, the nonprofit aims to secure land to construct a public skateboard park for all ages and skill levels. The initiative involves community engagement to create an innovative design that encourages a multi-purpose use, according to […]