Business Buzz
By Rich Baehrle
Goodbye summer; hello fall in Ocean City and the Jersey Shore towns.
Years ago, Labor Day would come and the Jersey Shore would put away the welcome mats until the following year. Today it is a different story. The Jersey Shore stays vibrant through the fall and into the holiday season. People are finally discovering that September, October and even through the Christmas holiday season is truly a fantastic time to enjoy our towns.
The crowds have thinned out, but more and more people are discovering that the Jersey Shore is a nice place to be year-round. Since the pandemic, many people have made the decision to make their shore home their permanent home. This trend is helping our local economies.
The weekends in the fall are host to events all up and down the Jersey Shore. Every weekend, there are events that draw visitors from all over the Delaware Valley and beyond that help our economy, ranging from block parties and car shows, to cultural events and much more.
In addition, people fill rental homes, motels and restaurants. Even during the week, people are discovering how to take advantage of discount rates, great weather and warm ocean water. The secret is out that fall is the best season down the shore.
When I look down Asbury Avenue in Ocean City nowadays, I realize it is a complete outdoor mall that rivals any retail district in New Jersey. The quality of stores that have established themselves there during the last 20 years makes it second to none.
Visitors can find unique gifts that cannot be found in big box chains. Shoppers can choose from quality women’s clothing stores, shoe stores, unique merchandise from Stainton’s, the various surf merchandise from the new Ron Jon’s and 7th Street Surf Shop and much more.
Let’s not forget all of the fantastic eateries. You have great breakfast, lunch and dinner establishments, coffee shops along with many specialty food shops.
You come to Asbury Avenue for the total retail and food experience. You come to find unique items and support local entrepreneurs. You come for the block parties, Halloween parade, Christmas parade and all the events in our beautiful area. When you finish on the Avenue, the next stop for your getaway is a relaxing stroll down the Boardwalk that night or the next day.
Whether you are a local or a visitor, remember your local business owners in Ocean City and the other Jersey Shore towns. They are open all year and need your support.
Stop, shop, play and stay at the Jersey Shore all year.
Rich Baehrle, of Berkshire Hathaway Fox and Roach, can be reached at 609-266-6680 or 609-641-0011. Email richardbaehrle@gmail.com or see www.getrichinrealestateSJ.com
