{"id":227656,"date":"2025-11-26T14:36:10","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T19:36:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/?p=227656"},"modified":"2025-11-26T15:45:55","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T20:45:55","slug":"gratitude-list-jersey-shore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/gratitude-list-jersey-shore\/","title":{"rendered":"28 Things We&#8217;re Thankful For At The Jersey Shore"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Thankful-Jersey-Shore-800x533.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Thankful-Jersey-Shore-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Thankful-Jersey-Shore-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Thankful-Jersey-Shore-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Thankful-Jersey-Shore-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Thankful-Jersey-Shore.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">Holidays<\/div><p>It\u2019s November \u2014 the perfect time to pause and reflect on everything we\u2019re grateful for. When it comes to living at the Jersey Shore, there\u2019s so much that makes us smile daily. From beach days to sweet treats, live music to local charm, it\u2019s easy to see why we love calling this community home. <strong>Read on for all the reasons we\u2019re thankful for life by the sea.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><b>1) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/asbury-park-nj-best-small-beach-town\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Beaches<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-181690\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/beach-replenishment-budget-jersey-shore-nj-1-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/beach-replenishment-budget-jersey-shore-nj-1-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/beach-replenishment-budget-jersey-shore-nj-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/beach-replenishment-budget-jersey-shore-nj-1-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/beach-replenishment-budget-jersey-shore-nj-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/beach-replenishment-budget-jersey-shore-nj-1-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/beach-replenishment-budget-jersey-shore-nj-1-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/beach-replenishment-budget-jersey-shore-nj-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We couldn\u2019t start a list of gratitude without mentioning our beaches. From Sea Bright down to Cape May, there\u2019s no shortage of sandy spots to take in those Atlantic Ocean views.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/jersey-shore-local-summer-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Local Summer<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-171883 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/local-summer-jersey-shore.jpg\" alt=\"local summer Jersey Shore\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/local-summer-jersey-shore.jpg 450w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/local-summer-jersey-shore-200x200.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because if you know, you know: local summer is when we get the shore back. It\u2019s a time to reconnect with year-round locals and enjoy the best festivals and events that celebrate true community vibes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3)<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-boardwalks-jersey-shore-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Boardwalks, Rides + Arcades<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-181732\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/jenkinsons-boardwalk-point-pleasant-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"jenkinsons boardwalk point pleasant\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/jenkinsons-boardwalk-point-pleasant-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/jenkinsons-boardwalk-point-pleasant-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/jenkinsons-boardwalk-point-pleasant-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/jenkinsons-boardwalk-point-pleasant-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/jenkinsons-boardwalk-point-pleasant-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/jenkinsons-boardwalk-point-pleasant-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/jenkinsons-boardwalk-point-pleasant.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing says \u201cJersey Shore\u201d quite like winning an arcade game, grabbing some fries, and saying yes to a ride you swore you\u2019d never trust.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/where-to-surf-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Sound of Seagulls + Crashing Waves<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whenever we need to reset, the sound of the ocean reminds us that life moves at just the right pace here.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/bruce-springsteen-stone-pony-performance-october-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bruce Springsteen<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do we even need to explain this one?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6)<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/things-to-do-spring-summer-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Farmers + Flea Markets<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturdays that start with local produce or vintage finds are always a win, especially when it leads to a beach picnic after.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>7) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/beaches-new-jersey-new-york-public-transit-train-bus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Proximity to NYC + Philly<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019d never want to leave, but when we do, we\u2019re grateful that two major cities are just a short drive (or train) away.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-diners-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Atlantic City Airport<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When everyone else is stuck in Newark or JFK lines, we quietly thank the ACY airport gods.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>9)<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/concert-venues-asbury-park-new-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Concert Venues<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From The Stone Pony to PNC Bank Arts Center, we\u2019re spoiled with legendary venues and live music right in our backyard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/holiday-markets-jersey-shore-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2025 Holiday Pop-Up Markets + Events Happening at the Jersey Shore<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><b>10) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/kohrs-frozen-custard-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sweet Treats<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-180720\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/kohrs-jersey-shore-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"kohrs jersey shore\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/kohrs-jersey-shore-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/kohrs-jersey-shore-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/kohrs-jersey-shore-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/kohrs-jersey-shore-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/kohrs-jersey-shore-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/kohrs-jersey-shore.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candy apples, boardwalk fudge, Kohr\u2019s soft serve \u2014 we could go on forever.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>11) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/beaches-new-jersey-new-york-public-transit-train-bus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NJ Transit<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideal for hopping from one beach town to another, or for quick weekend trips up north.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>12) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/garden-state-parkway-where-to-stop-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wawa<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because no beach day is complete without a hoagie. Enough said.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>13) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/garden-state-parkway-where-to-stop-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LBI Sunsets<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every single one feels like the first time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>14) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/jersey-shore-bars-restaurants-fall-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Free Pizza at Johnny Mac\u2019s<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-170164\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/5-1-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"johnny macs\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/5-1-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/5-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/5-1-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/5-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/5-1-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/5-1-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/07\/5-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A free personal pizza with every drink? Truly, what\u2019s more Jersey Shore than that?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>15) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/rook-cookie-jersey-shore-rook-coffee-bang-cookies-collaboration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rook Coffee<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fueling beach mornings and road trips since 2010.\u00a0 Forever loyal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>16) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-jersey-shore-bars-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Classic Summer Bars<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, we complain about the lines. And yes, we\u2019ll still be back next season.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>17) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/tillies-palace-restaurant-bar-asbury-park-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tillie<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What other towns can say they have such a fun mascot watching over them?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>18)<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/end-of-summer-activities-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Bike Rides<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s nothing better than a sunrise pedal to the boardwalk or a laid-back ride downtown, especially in the off-season when bikes are allowed on the boards.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>19) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/halloween-dog-contest-parades-new-jersey-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parades<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From Pride and St. Patrick\u2019s Day to the Wiener Dog Parade, we\u2019ll find any excuse to celebrate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>20) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/fireworks-jersey-shore-new-jersey-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Summer Fireworks<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve seen them a hundred times, but they still never get old.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>21) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/dog-friendly-beaches-new-jersey-hikes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dog Beaches<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-169421\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/06\/dog-friendly-beach-asbury-park-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"dog friendly beach asbury park nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/06\/dog-friendly-beach-asbury-park-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/06\/dog-friendly-beach-asbury-park-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/06\/dog-friendly-beach-asbury-park-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/06\/dog-friendly-beach-asbury-park-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/06\/dog-friendly-beach-asbury-park-nj-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/06\/dog-friendly-beach-asbury-park-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/06\/dog-friendly-beach-asbury-park-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because the beach is even better when your pup can join.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>22) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/remote-work-locations-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Free Beach Wi-Fi<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the work-from-home crew (which includes your JSG team) \u2014 emails just feel better with a view of the waves.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>23)<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/whale-watching-new-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Dolphin + Whale Watching<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re on a tour or spotting from the shore, seeing marine life never loses its magic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>24) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-bagel-shops-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pork Roll, Egg + Cheese<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A breakfast staple.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>25) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-italian-restaurants-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Italian Delis<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because there\u2019s nothing like grabbing a fresh sub or antipasto for your beach picnic.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>26) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/fall-foliage-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salt Air<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant stress relief. Every. Single. Time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>27) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/small-business-shopping-guide-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Our Downtowns<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From Red Bank and Asbury Park to Belmar and Spring Lake, every town has its own vibe \u2014 filled with restaurants, boutiques, and coffee shops that make us feel right at home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>28) <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/end-of-summer-activities-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tiki Mondays<\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A post-weekend tradition we\u2019ll never stop showing up for.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>See More: <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/bergen-girl-holiday-shopping-guide-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Bergen Girl\u2019s Small Business Holiday Shopping Guide 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Follow @thejerseyshoregirl_ on\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thejerseyshoregirl_\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thehobokengirl\/?hl=en\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0for the latest Jersey Shore updates,\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/twilight-lion-90332.myflodesk.com\/jrf4qhj7qk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/view.flodesk.com\/pages\/62f92877e5ea6b3d8aea50ad\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">sign up for our weekly newsletter here<\/a>\u00a0that shares everything you missed each week, and check out our\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/www.hobokengirl.com\/events\/\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\">events calendar<\/a>, which has over 40+ events weekly to peruse.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/Lifestyle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LIFESTYLE<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>HolidaysIt\u2019s November \u2014 the perfect time to pause and reflect on everything we\u2019re grateful for. 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