From the Editor
From learning to sail to racing dragon boats in Lake Lenape, my life has been full of exciting new experiences lately. This has been a season of “yes!” We’ve been busier than ever, with each new edition of Shore Local toppling over 100 pages. New businesses and restaurants have been opening throughout the area, and exciting new opportunities for fun are abundant. Each day brings a new adventure.
My favorite recent moments have been the unexpected ones. This week, I tried my hand at dragon boat racing for the 7th Annual NJ Dragon Boat Festival. While we’ve covered this annual event over the last several years, I’ve never gotten my hands wet. This year has been all about trying new things and saying “yes” as often as possible. So, when a good friend asked me to join her team this past Sunday, I quickly found myself waist-deep in a 20-person boat in the middle of Lake Lenape.
What a rush! The splashing of the cedar water, the adrenaline of working with a team, the friendly competition in the air, and the love that could be felt as hundreds of people from far and wide gathered for a good cause.
Each one of those individuals who rowed to raise money for the Cancer Support Community all said “yes” too. Together, our willingness to participate in something slightly outside of our comfort zones raised funding for Gilda’s Club.
Hundreds of people saying “yes” culminated in a beautiful afternoon of fun, laughter, and community. There’s power in being open to new adventures, trying scary things, and the exhilarating feeling that comes on the other side of doing something that scares you. That feeling is invaluable and reminds us what it’s like to truly live each day to the fullest.
What Jersey Shore adventures will you say yes to this summer? With seven weeks until Labor Day, there is still plenty of time to make meaningful memories. This publication is packed with events, restaurants, activities, shopping, and so much more. As you read through the feel-good stories and latest news, be sure to check out the ads on each page. These are the local businesses and community members that create opportunities for fun and adventure right here in our favorite shore towns. You’ll find coupons, special offers, weekly specials, and so much more in Shore Local each week.
Be sure to follow us on all of our social media platforms for up-to-date daily news and happenings. Don’t miss the Wahoo section of Shore Local for your entertainment lineup as well as “Whitney’s Picks” for all the most exciting events and happenings.
As always, thank you for being a meaningful part of Shore Local. We are thankful every day for the journey that led us here and for everybody who has played a part in making Shore Local all that it is today.
Peace & Love,
Cindy
