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The City of Asbury Park invites you to donate new or gently-worn winter wear for men, women, and children as well as non-perishable foods through January 11, at the Municipal Building. More info here .

Meet iStar's Brian Cheripka, the local leader of Asbury's waterfront revival. [NJ.com]

Check out the Asbury talent on this list of the 8 Jersey musicians you need to know. [AP Press]

Members, employees, and volunteers sought at AP Historical Society, Ocean Township PD, AP Museum, and Garden State Film Festival. [AP Sun]

Asbury Park High School graduate Islam Joshua joins Asbury Park police force. [AP Sun]

North End boardwalk project public weigh in scheduled for Jan. 15 [AP Sun]

A call to chefs for the Center in Asbury Park. [AP Sun]

The City of Asbury Park presents a Public Participation Meeting for the North End Boardwalk Project on Tuesday, January 15th from 7pm to 9pm at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School. Attendees will walk around to different stations where they will be presented with draft design options for the North End Boardwalk area and will have the opportunity to provide immediate feedback on the designs. The draft designs are based on ideas collected from concerned residents, visitors and businesses.

Help shape the future of Sunset Park with the Public Participation Meeting for the Sunset Lake Master Plan at City Hall's Council Chambers on Wednesday, January 16 at 7pm. Attendees will be asked to provide their comments on improvements to Sunset Lake and Park.

Scott Sharrard at the Wonder Bar

Sensational Soul Cruisers at Tim McLoone's Supper Club

Tim Horn at the Hotel Tides

Hotel Tides: photographer Tim Horn, with selections from the Dark City Mermen calendar, and Horn's original work. The opening reception is Friday, January 18 from 7pm to 9pm. More info here.

Palette ArtSpace: "Cold Pop!" summer warmth with the mermaids and surfers of Robert Piersanti, plus a series of female portraits by French artist Faustine Badrichani. More info here.

Parlor Gallery: "Gilt by Association" an exhibit celebrating and exploring ornamentation and adornment in art. Featuring art by Ellen Stagg, Michela Martello, Chris Guest, Jennifer Gennari, Rose Freymuth-Frazier, Ellen Greene, Darla Teagarden, Victoria Selbach, Van Wifvat and Kelly Bugden, and Beau Stanton and Elizabeth Wagget. The exhibit runs through January 15. More info here.

Exhibit No.9: "House Show III" More info here.

Hotel Tides: art by Kim Palumbo. More info here.

On the Basis of Sex at the ShowRoom

THE SHOWROOM CINEMA

ON THE BASIS OF SEX

Young lawyer Ruth Bader Ginsburg brings a groundbreaking case before the US Court of Appeals, hoping to overturn a century of gender discrimination.

BEN IS BACK

When 19-year-old Ben unexpectedly returns home on Christmas, it begins a turbulent 24 hours in which new truths are revealed and a mother's undying love for her son is tested as she does all she can to keep him safe.

FREE SOLO

an intimate and unflinching portrait of free soloist climber Alex Honnold, as he prepares to climb the 3,000ft El Capitan in Yosemite National Park... without a rope

The ShowRoom presents Horn From the Heart: The Paul Butterfield Story on Monday, January 14 at 7:30pm. This documentary covers the life and career of legendary blues musician Butterfield, who as a teenager in the south side of Chicago learned from the original masters performing in his backyard, especially lifelong mentor and friend Muddy Waters. More info here.

Graveyard Shift and the ShowRoom presents a screening of John Carpenter's They Live on Friday, January 18 at 10pm. A rugged loner stumbles upon a terrifying discovery: ghoulish creatures are masquerading as humans, controlling the public through subliminal advertising messages. More info here.

So You Want to be a Comedian? returns to the Anchor's Bend on Thursday, January 10 and Thursday January 17 for a comedy open mic open to all, from comedic masters to newbies who just want to try out some stuff! The event is free and starts at 8pm, more info here.

Gothic Poetry and Prose Night at Paranormal Books and Curiosities

Paranormal Books and Curiosities hosts a Gothic Poetry and Prose Night at the Salon on Saturday, January 19 at 7:30pm. Come and share your original short fiction or poetry, dark in matter and free in structure. More info here.

Kula Cafe and KYDS present One Mic One Soul on Saturday, January 19 at 5:30pm, a night of spoken word, poetry, dance, music, and all uplifting art forms! More info here.

Art629 presents a Life Drawing Class on Friday, January 11 from 7pm to 9pm, featuring a live model. All are welcome, regardless of experience, and the instructed class includes advice and guidance for those who want it, as well as drawing materials. Cost is $20, more info here.

KYDS presents Mindful Meditation Mondays at Kula Cafe on Monday, January 14 at 5:30pm. All are welcome to this free session, to try out the physical, social, mental, and emotional benefits of meditation. More info here.

Trinity Episcopal Church hosts Community Yoga on Tuesday, January 15 at 6pm, free and welcome to all! More info here.

Asbury Lanes presents Tandem Cycle for Survival on Saturday, January 19. The class includes great music from DJ ZA, talented instructors, and a supportive environment. 100% of every donation to Cycle for Survival goes to research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. The classes are at 9am and 10:30am, and are $40 per class. More info here.

The Asbury Hotel hosts Winter Flea: New Year Market on Saturday, January 12, with incredible vendors including East Coast Alchemy, Dawn Spoon Rings, Stella Luna Candles, Interwoven, Tobin Connor Shop, Jesse Knecht Photography, ChowBella Biscuits, Penelope Boutique, and more! Plus drinks and food, and the musical stylings of DJ Alex J. The market runs from 2pm to 6pm, more info here.

House of Independents: Emo Night Brooklyn returns on January 11, with doors opening at 9pm and a $10 cover

Paradise and the Empress Hotel :      Weekly Events include Drag Wars Contest on 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month, Wepa Wednesdays Latin Night (on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month), Thursday 90's Freestyle Palooza with Jeanie Pepe, "A Taste of Honey" Friday Night Drag Show hosted by Miss Paradise Honey Davenport & dancing til 2am, Country Line Dancing Saturdays 7-10pm, Saturday Night Dance Party 10pm-2am featuring the hottest DJs, Sunday Therapy 2pm-7pm & Karaoke 9pm-closing. 

Georgie's : "the Gay 'Cheers' of Asbury Park," with pool, beer pong, Go-Go boys, karaoke extravaganzas on Wednesdays and Saturdays, Lady Marisa's Glitter and Glam show every Thursday, twice weekly free food buffet, Ladies Nights the first Friday of every month, Sunday Funday football drink specials and buffet, and special events every night of the week.

The Asbury Hotel : Enjoy DJs spinning tunes every weekend, Sunday Night Trivia hosted by Gentleman Jim Norton, Not Your Average Game Night with DJ Jack the Ripper on Tuesdays, dance parties on the outdoor rink, and more. 

FULL MUNICIPAL CALENDAR HERE

All City Committee and Council meetings are open to the public and we encourage attendance! Visit  www.cityofasburypark.com  for updates to the schedule and meeting locations.

Parking Committee: Thursday, January 10 at 5:30pm

Wellness Committee: Friday, January 11 at 1pm

Housing Authority Board: Monday, January 14 at 6pm

North End Boardwalk Public Participation Meeting: Tuesday, January 15 at 7pm

Business Committee: Wednesday, January 16 at 10am

Quality of Life Committee: Wednesday, January 16 at 5:30pm

APTV Committee: Wednesday, January 16 at 6pm

Sunset Lake Public Participation: Wednesday, January 16 at 7pm

Deal Lake Commission: Thursday, January 17 at 7pm

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