Food & Dining
June 15, 2026
Beach Haven is gearing up for one of its most patriotic celebrations yet as the Red, White & Bar Crawl returns on Saturday, June 20, 2026, hosted by the Beach Haven Volunteer Fire Company. Locals and visitors are invited to dress in their boldest red, white, and blue and enjoy a full day of community, camaraderie, and festive fun in honor of America’s 250th Anniversary.
June 30, 2026
Island Heights is gearing up for a once‑in‑a‑generation celebration as the community comes together on Friday, July 3, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Wanamaker Complex to honor America’s 250th birthday.
July 2, 2026
Fahrenheit Coffee Co., a fast‑growing Jersey Shore favorite, is expanding with a second location in downtown Manasquan. The specialty coffee shop, known for its house‑made syrups and highly rated lattes, will take over 217 E. Main Street, the former Papa Ganache bakery space.
July 3, 2026
The long-running Starbucks Coffee shop at the Ocean County Mall in Toms River has officially closed its doors — a surprising change for many locals who considered it a reliable stop for a latte, a meeting spot, or simply a familiar part of the mall’s daily rhythm. While Starbucks is closing locations nationwide as part of a broader realignment of its store footprint, the closure at Ocean County Mall naturally raises questions about the future of brick‑and‑mortar retail and the mall itself.