Summer is officially in full swing, and with July comes our annual reminder: it's okay to unplug. And with that, our team will be pressing pause from July 4th through July 14th to rest, recharge, and relax on our official TLG summer break.

We always say that creating fun, local, and meaningful content is our favorite part of the job; but even as storytellers, we need a little reset now and then. Taking this intentional break helps us come back energized with fresh ideas for you, our amazing community.

A few pre-scheduled posts will still go out here and there, but our OOO will be up, and you'll likely hear back from us when we're back to business as usual the week of July 14th. In the meantime, feel free to send tips to [email protected] or @thejerseyshoregirl_ on social platforms — we’ll check them upon our return.

We know most media outlets never really stop, but we've learned that intentional breaks make our work (and our wellbeing) better in the long run. Maybe this is your sign to take one too: read that book, hit the beach, take a spontaneous day trip, binge Love Island, or just do nothing — guilt-free.

See you soon,
The Jersey Shore Girl Team

PS: Some links that may help you while we're away:

Our Newsletter

Sign up for our newsletter that shares all of the top stories to your inbox — we'll be sharing some articles you need there next week, and in general — all of our top stories are shared there weekly.

Perusing our archives is easy peasy here — there's truly something for everyone:

• Food + Drink
• Lifestyle
• Events + News
• and pretty much search anything your heart desires on the rest of the site!

Our Events Calendar — add your own event!

The Jersey Shore Girl's self-service events calendar gives readers the chance to view upcoming events, and event hosts to post their events for free — before our weekly events article goes live on TheJerseyShoreGirl.com and shared on our socials. You can post at any time, 24/7.

Click here to submit an event to our calendar, and click here to browse all of the local happenings going on at the Jersey Shore.

Our Real Estate Directory

Our real estate directory is a user-friendly approach to local real estate searches for living in the tri-state area of NYC, NJ, and beyond.

• List your property for rent/sublet, vacation rent, or for sale
• Search for free for listings in any area or type of property
• Inquire directly with the seller/landlord/agent/owner

Send any feedback or inquiries to [email protected]. You can also use the code READERS2024 for a free listing in the directory the week we're away.

Our Jobs Platform

Our jobs platform is a resource for job seekers and those who are looking to hire candidates through our parent site, The Local Girl. You can also feature your resume on our candidates page.

Click here for our deals directory that shares deals from local New Jersey businesses.

There's always so much going on, and lots of reading to do!

PPS: A Few Articles For Your Browsing While We're OOO

50 Jersey Shore Activities for Your 2025 Summer Bucket List

Must-Visit Rooftop Bars at the Jersey Shore

13 Classic Bars to Visit at the Jersey Shore

The Best Pizza Spots at the Jersey Shore

A Guide to Beach Yoga at the Jersey Shore

A Beach Hater’s Guide to the Jersey Shore in the Summer

Your Guide to the Best Jersey Shore Beaches

And FINALLY: Our Summer Reading Picks

See below for a few member of The Local Girl team with their current book picks that are a must-read this summer:

^ Jordan, The Hoboken Girl Writer + Volunteer Coordinator

^ Erin, The Hoboken Girl Writer

^ Heather, The Hoboken Girl Writer

^ Kerrie, The Hoboken Girl Writer

^ Laura, The Hoboken Girl Writer

^ Christina, The Montclair Girl Writer

^ Carli, The Bergen Girl Writer

^ Jenna, The Jersey Shore Girl Writer + Marketing Associate

^ Jessica, The Jersey Shore Girl Writer + Marketing Associate

^ Lauren, The Local Girl Editorial Assistant

^ Stephanie, The Local Girl Deputy Editor

^ Casey, The Bergen Girl Marketing Associate

^ Joelle, The Local Girl Marketing Director + Volunteer Coordinator

From the Heart <3

We want you to know how much we appreciate every DM, comment, share, like, read, and email — it’s what keeps us going. Please email us any time at [email protected], and on social @thejerseyshoregirl_.

Have a wonderful, safe, and healthy start to July — and we’ll see you very soon!

Photo Credit: Some Shelly Photography

xo, The Local Girl Team

Our sites below for easy access while we’re away:

The Jersey Shore Girl

The Hoboken Girl

The Montclair Girl

The Bergen County Girl