Letter from the editor
It always surprises me how quickly summer seems to fly by. One moment, we’re kicking off the season with beach days and barbecues and the next, store aisles are filled with backpacks and notebooks. Time moves fast, especially when the days are warm and sunny.
I’ve learned that summer is too short not to be intentional with how I spend it. Simple moments like paddleboarding on the bay, walking on the Boardwalk or catching a sunrise on the beach are what make the season memorable for me. They don’t have to be extravagant, just meaningful and with those I love.
Still, it’s easy to get caught up in the rush of work and responsibilities. More times than I’d like to admit, I’ve let a to-do list take priority over a chance to have fun. It’s a balancing act.
So in these precious weeks of summer, I’m making it a point to choose joy, connection and time outdoors. After all, the best memories are made far away from computer screens and schedules.
The Jersey Shore is the perfect place to create special memories — whether you’re surfing, riding roller coasters, crabbing, boating or just soaking up the sounds and smells of the boardwalk. It’s the perfect place for fun and adventure.
This issue of Shore Local is filled with ideas to help you make the most of summer, from upcoming events to hidden gems and beloved traditions. Please also take a moment to support the advertisers featured in these pages. Many offer not only exceptional goods and services, but also unique ways to create memories of your own.
Let’s make this summer memorable.
Peace & Love, Cindy
