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6 jersey shore moviesWhile the center for movie-making in the United States has long been based out of Hollywood, California, the state of New Jersey has a connection to cinema’s early history that extends to today. Some of the settings to iconic movie scenes of theater classics would be instantly recognizable to New Jersey residents.

Let’s take a look at some notable movies filmed along the Jersey Shore coast!

The Wrestler (2008), directed by Darren Aronofsky, starring Mickey Rourke.

Released in 2008, the Wrestler was directed by Darren Aronofsky and stars Mickey Rourke as an aging professional wrestler in his waning years. The movie was filmed at various locations throughout New Jersey but keen viewers will recognize the inside of the Asbury Park Casino, as well as…

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5 jersey shore craft breweries

The Jersey Shore has long had a reputation as a mecca for mass market beer, like Coors and Budweiser. In the last decade, this has all started to change. A number of small but delicious craft breweries are popping up along New Jersey’s popular shorefront locales. They offer a broad palette of delectable varieties poised to tickle the flavor centers of your brain.

You’ll soon discover a fascinating range of brews offering everything from the mild and refreshing to the remarkably unconventional. Without further adu, we present the top 5 Jersey Shore Craft Breweries that you should know about.

BeachHaus Brewery – 801 Main Street, Belmar, NJ

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The grand daddy of them all. BeachHaus came around when the closest thing to craft brew to…

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From the Hamptons To the Shores of Mantoloking…READY!...SET!...GO!

Today’s New York Post Home section was all about escaping Manhattan and the great opportunities available for summer rentals. Our relatively warm winter has motivated house hunters early this year to lock in leases but don’t fret, there are still a variety of great options available. The article, which represents homes at the Jersey Shore, the Hamptons, and New York State, features two of our exclusive waterfront properties.

MANTOLOKING, NEW JERSEY

$18,000, Last two weeks of June, $40,000 July & $40,000 for August

Classic things up this summer doggy-paddling in an in-ground pool for a chance at this four-bedroom, four-bath custom-built home on the bay in beautiful…

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On The Open Bay And Spectacular In Every Way.....

  Barnegat Lane Mantoloking  5 bed / 4.5 baths 70' x 130' lot / open bay     

Our Newest an Exclusive Listing......Custom Design Bay Front Home in Mantoloking. A perfect home for entertaining with a very attractive interior design. This Mantoloking home offers state of the art amenities such as 9 foot high ceiling on the first floor wall-to-wall glass an open floor plan, a gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counters and butlers pantry, living room, and dining room all with exquisite Bay views. Master suite features vaulted ceiling's, a wall of built-ins, cedar closets, front and rear balconies. Plus large master bath with Jacuzzi and shower. In addition…

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5 valentine ideas on the jersey shoreValentine’s Day is coming up this weekend, why not try something a little different on the Jersey Shore this year? Aren’t you tired of the same old same old? Dinner and a movie with a box of chocolates has been done to death.

Branch out a little with us this weekend and check out some of the unique events that you and your loved one can take part in. From braving the cold, winter waters of the Atlantic to tasting delicious wines, the Jersey Shore has a lot to offer beyond just a night out at a fancy restaurant.

5) Valentine's Day Plunge:

What better way to celebrate the fiery passions of the heart than by taking a plunge in the ice-cold waters of the Jersey Shore’s Atlantic coast? The 10th annual Valentine Plunge takes place between 12 and 5 on…

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jersey shore wine weekendPresented by Jersey Shore Restaurant Week and sponsored by several local businesses, the 4th annual Jersey Shore Wine Weekend is your chance to get out and take an international journey through the world of wine with your neighbors! The event is set to take place at the Ocean Place Resort and Spa in Long Branch, NJ, February 19th and 20th.

Learn about which wines pair well with which kinds of food, and take advantage of the opportunity to get involved in food tutorials with noted executive Chef Peter Csikos. Check out the schedule below and decide which events you’d like to check out!

Below is just a taste of the planned event, check the website for more info!

Friday, February 19th.

Start off the festivities the right way! Compare two…

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jersey shore summer rentalsWe may be deep in the throes of winter, but believe it or not, now is the perfect time to start thinking about your Jersey Shore summer rental. In fact, it may even serve as an ideal respite from the weather outside to let your mind wander to the warm embrace of summer.

The stunning Jersey Shore coastline stretches for 127 miles from Sandy Hook to Cape May, with many beautiful white sandy beaches and bustling boardwalks waiting to be explored. Some of the best, most luxurious and drop-dead gorgeous rental properties can be found in the central shore regions of Ocean and Monmouth Counties, in communities like Bay Head, Mantoloking, Point Pleasant Beach and Spring Lake.

Finding the Right Jersey Shore Rental

The summer rentals along the Jersey…

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merry christmas from Clayton and Clayton REALTORS®The team at ClaytonandClayton.com would like to wish you and your family a very special Christmas, and an exceptionally happy new year! Shawn Clayton and the entire team at Clayton and Clayton Realtors® would also like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank each and every one of our wonderful clients. Without you, we couldn’t have had the spectacular and record-breaking year we’ve just had.

We also couldn’t have made it this far without the hard work and determination of our team of dedicated and passionate Jersey Shore real estate agents. They consistently place the focus squarely on the needs of the customer above all else, where it belongs. Clayton and Clayton understands the true value of contributing to our local community and building…

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winter at the jersey shoreI know it may not seem like winter yet, but as New Jerseyans know, it’s bound to show its weary head eventually. Luckily, things don’t just stop along the Jersey Shore when the temperature drops. The many beautiful communities that line the Atlantic coastline have plenty of stellar activities to keep locals and visitors alike busy any time of the year, not just the summertime.

There is more to the Jersey Shore than just the beach after all.

Bring in Good Tidings of the Season Shore Style!

This weekend sees the beginning of Point Pleasant Beach’s popular Sea of Lights Holiday Festival. Come to the shoreline to see the boardwalk come alight with a glorious display of Christmas lights. As part of the holiday festivities, Jerkinson’s Boardwalk and…

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jersey shore restaurant weekRestaurant Week is a concept that has become popular across many communities throughout the United States in recent years. It’s a highlight of the social calendar for many and it’s coming to the Jersey Shore this month!

The Restaurant Week is a great concept for the consumer as well as local restauranteurs. It’s an excuse for local residents to check out new and lesser-known restaurants, and it offers a chance for restaurant owners to give their business a boost in a traditionally slow time of the year. The number of participating restaurants has grown each year since the events conception. For a full list of participating restaurants, you can go to their website, here.

We’ve highlighted a few of the flagship events below that you might want to…

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