Do I like bugs? No. Do I have any interest in touching bugs? Nope. Was this place surprisingly…read moreamazing? Yes. Touching a tarantula...a live freakin' tarantula was not on my summer bingo card but the smoke from Canada changed that really quick. With kiddos at home that are just "sooo bored", a quick Google search of indoor activities lead me to a Insectropolis. There's plenty to look at and learn at this little...dare I say, hidden bug gem. Do you know the difference between poisonous and venomous bugs? I do, thanks to Noah, the young man that did a stellar presentation. Did you know that you've likely eaten bugs without knowing it? Mmm lobster rolls. Check it out. You won't be disappointed.

Lots of bugs!!! Was a great place to check out the local bug community. Had live bugs to pet and a…read moreprogram to let you know about different kinds of insects millipedes, cockroaches, & tarantula. Very knowledgeable staff to answer your questions.

Take a trip back in time. The museum is great for children and adults. The treasures tell our…read morestory of cars and memorabilia across the years. Cars have printed information that details the history of the auto. A perfect place for adults and children. Don't miss this opportunity.

A great place to visit if you love cars or want to learn about automotive history. It features a…read morerotating display approximately every two months. The volunteer hosts are friendly and knowledgeable. Certainly worth a visit. And the admission is FREE!

ASBURY PARK: we are SO HAPPY that La Salle Gallery had a sign in the window saying "pets and ice…read morecream ok" because we immediately went right in with Brie and discovered another dog friendly place! Tony LaSalle is the owner and artist and was working on a new painting when we walked in. He was so friendly and loved Brie, and Brie loved him! Our favorite piece of art was the red/orange/yellow flowers where the frame is also painted! We love finding different activities to take Brie and this was a delightful experience.

Joyous, bold and colorful paintings. Reasonably priced. Commissions possible. La Salle is an…read moreabsolutely brilliant painter.

Fantastic Art Work And Picture Framing. Multitudinious professional artists works all deployed in…read morean extensive gallery, both supported and explained by the galleries gallerist Dave, who is himself a truly talented and wonderfully gifted artist. I personally discovered that when both myself, and my wife found ourselves in the position of selecting and having questions concerning any of the pieces, the experience became far less burdensome having on hand a professional such as Dave, to provide not only the necessary backround information concerning the piece, but also instruct us with suggestions as to how to frame and exhibit the art within our own homes. To have someone with such experience available to both of us while perusing the various masterpieces made our task easily stress free and joyfull, as well as educational during all of our explorations. This is now my go to place for any art acquisitions.

Ambiance is great featuring the history of pine lands music…read more The acts we saw were very good. The admission fee is modest. The one big problem is the food. It's very inexpensive but you get what you pay for. Quality was not even up to mediocre. I would rather pay a few bucks extra and receive something edible.

This is a weekly live country/ folk music venue with several local musicians performing per show.read more

Farming is brutally hard work -- and unless you love your work -- the results will underwhelm…read more Here at Anvil Farms, the farmer and his wife are the real deal - love what they do -- devoting 100% of their energies to growing some beautiful flowers and flavorful veggies for the past 30+ years. The manicured grounds are off the beaten path -- down the road from Bamber Lake. You almost have to know they are tucked away off the main road to find them. I visited while on a bike ride in the area -- going slow enough I guess to spot the modest signage on the highway. At 50mph I would have missed it. In about a month the first greens of the season (escarole and romaine) will be on sale -- followed by all the usual south Jersey suspects -- like garlic and tomatoes and eggplant and potatoes. The farm also carries local apples and other fruit in season -- grown elsewhere. Don't miss this real deal. The farmer will show you around and happily explain how he runs his operation -- from fertilizer -- to seed -- to harvest. I cannot get enough of real Americana. Nice to accidentally find examples of the micro industry that first built this country -- like Anvil Farms -- and admire tradition. Makes my day.

Owner was so great! He had a super assortment of summer and early fall veggies and the MOST…read moreOUTRAGEOUS CANTALOUPE I'VE EVER HAD! He recommended stuffing with vanilla ice cream!! What a treat!!

PROS: very nice arcade with friendly staff and this place is also clean and affordable…read more CONS: nothing under 75k tickets is worth it. Especially cause you need to spend a truck ton just to get to that amount OVERALL: good arcade to go to, but just have fun. Don't aim to get so many tickets

Nice candy store on the shore. Kids love them. They have all kind of candies. If you are in for…read moresweets, this place is it. We stop by here almost every time I go to Seaside Heights boardwalk. I recommend people to stop by and check it out.

The Secret Behind the Magic of The Stone Pony is Community…read more There is something about The Stone Pony that goes beyond music. What made the venue legendary was never the walls, the bar, or even the stage lights. It was the community. In the 1970s and 1980s, Asbury Park became a kind of laboratory for musicians. Night after night, artists gathered in clubs along the Jersey Shore to play, experiment, collaborate, and refine their craft in front of real audiences. The Stone Pony became one of the central meeting points for this growing creative ecosystem. Musicians sat in with each other's bands, traded ideas, tested new songs, and sometimes performed several nights a week. Instead of guarding their talent, they shared it. Instead of competing, they elevated one another. Out of that environment emerged artists who would later become internationally known, including Bruce Springsteen, Southside Johnny, and Steven Van Zandt. They were shaped by thousands of hours playing together in small rooms filled with passionate listeners. The sound that developed in Asbury Park reflected this collaboration. It blended rock, soul, rhythm and blues, and big-band horn arrangements into what many came to call the Jersey Shore sound. Part of what made this ecosystem so special was the geography. Within just a few walkable blocks were other gathering places where musicians and fans flowed throughout the night, including Asbury Lanes, Tim McLoone's Supper Club, and the legendary Wonder Bar, all just steps from the Atlantic Ocean and the Asbury Park boardwalk. Music, ocean air, and a close-knit creative community blended together in a vibrant hub where musicians could play one venue and then wander down the block to hear another band. My curiosity about this history grew from a personal place. Over the past year my son, Chris Renner, a young guitar player who has only been playing for two years, has had the opportunity to perform rock cover songs on stages throughout Asbury Park. Chris's playing has reminded many listeners of the legendary precision and melodic passion of Randy Rhoads. His style focuses on melodic solos and phrasing influenced by classical music rather than typical head-banging metal. Because of the NJ music community, Chris has already had the opportunity to perform as lead guitarist on stages including The Stone Pony, Asbury Lanes, Tim McLoone's, Wonder Bar, and even the Ozzy Osbourne Tribute Show at the Cutting Room in Manhattan. Watching him step onto those stages sparked a deeper interest in the story behind the NJ music scene and the culture that continues to nurture musicians today. One of the most interesting aspects of the Asbury Park scene is how cover music and original music live side by side. Many bands begin by performing well-known songs while gradually introducing their own material. The cover band scene plays an important role. It allows musicians to build stage experience, connect with audiences, and become part of the local circuit. Those shared songs create a common language between bands and fans and foster a welcoming camaraderie. Something even more inspiring has been happening recently. Several of Chris's friends from the local music community have begun forming their own original bands and performing their own songs. Chris loves supporting them, showing up to their shows and cheering them on as they cheer him. This is how music scenes grow. Musicians celebrate the music that inspired them, refine their skills through live performance, collaborate with other players, and eventually discover their own voice. Even today the Stone Pony carries that legacy. Musicians still show up, plug in, and play. Fans still crowd close to the stage the way they did decades ago. Great cultural movements rarely begin in boardrooms or corporate offices. They begin in communities, in small venues, shared stages, and the willingness of people to create together. The Stone Pony and the Asbury Park music community are proof that when talent, opportunity, and collaboration come together in one place, something extraordinary can happen. Joanna Renner NJ Realtor | Life Coach Proud Mom of Musician Chris Renner 646-296-6864

Everything was fun saw a Fleetwood Mac cover band and able to see all, very cool placeread more