nj: Battleship New Jersey, cutting staff, may close - 08/28/08 02:39 PM
When I first heard that the Battleship NJ was coming to NJ as a museum I was excited and looked forward to visiting it. Since it has been docked in Camden I have gone twice. One time with the family, and one time I actually got to sleep on it … (12 comments)
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nj: Sunset Photos, over the Metedeconk - 08/28/08 09:11 AM
Kim Kelley always posts the best photos, it may be a view... and often a sunrise (she gets up way too early! They are a little crazy on the left coast)
Now it is my turn to share a few shots... Of course, if you read any of my blogs you … (13 comments)
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nj: White Water Rafting on the Lehigh (photos) - 08/26/08 11:47 AM
White Water Rafting
Most of my posts are about NJ activities... This one is about PA, our neighbor to the west. One of the best parts of living where I do is our proximity to so many great places, Just a little over an hour to NYC or Philly, and in … (6 comments)
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nj: Seaside Heights, NJ: Fireworks and MORE! - 08/15/08 10:09 AM
There is a lot going on in Seaside this weekend. first off Wednesday's fireworks were re-scheduled for tonight, 8/15/2008, due to wind conditions on Wednesday. This should take place approximately 9:30pm depending on Weather conditions.
Also tonight, Seaside Heights will be holding its "Fun for the Young Fridays" with Brenn … (3 comments)
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nj: LOOK; up in the sky, its ... A METEOR! - 08/06/08 10:01 AM
Perseid Meteor Shower: August 12, 2008
The Perseid Meteor Shower is just a few days away, it is one of Natures most reliable and consistent light shows. This year's Meteor shower is going to take place August 12th with the best viewing expected in the Wee hours of the morning after … (6 comments)
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nj: Brick Township, NJ offers More Bang to Fireworks! August 28th - 08/06/08 09:50 AM
Brick Township SummerFest Finale August 28, 2008
Brick promises that the SummerFest Finale will have a special display. As in the past when Mother Nature has not cooperated, the same has happened this year, and the "missed" date will equal a Huge display for this years finale.
I have been to … (3 comments)
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nj: Jimmy Buffett coming to Jackson, NJ (almost) - 08/01/08 10:27 AM
Jimmy and the Parrotsis a Jimmy Buffet Cover band that has been performing around the country for over 9 years
The Department of Recreation announced that Jimmy and the Parrots will perform August 20,2008 at John F. Johnson Memorial Park. The Show is scheduled for 7:30pm and the park … (2 comments)
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nj: NJ State Rowing Championships, Toms River NJ - 08/01/08 09:57 AM
The 6th Annual NJ State Rowing Championships will be held August 12, 2008 in Barnegat Bay. The 7 Mile race will start At Toms River Yacht Club.
The race is open to any kind of rowing craft. Life guards and competitve rowers use everything from:
Traditional Sea Bright Skiffs
Modern Surf Rescue … (3 comments)
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nj: NJ State Rowing Championships, August 12, 2008 Toms River, NJ - 08/01/08 09:55 AM
The 6th Annual NJ State Rowing Championships will be held August 12 in Barnegat Bay. The 7 Mile race will start At Toms River Yacht Club.
The race is open to any kind of rowing craft. Life guards and competitve rowers use everything from:
Traditional Sea Bright Skiffs
Modern Surf … (0 comments)
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nj: Crabbing in NJ can be Profitable, And TASTEY! - 07/25/08 01:12 PM
The Barnegat Bay National Estuary Program is conducting research on Blue Claw Crabs
Not only are these guys tasty, but you now have an opportunity to earn $5 and $20 rewards if you catch a crab with a pink or yellow metal tag and you report finds to the … (7 comments)
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nj: Lavallette, NJ: Free Concerts - 07/24/08 04:31 PM
FREE Concerts Mark Lavallete Heritage Committee's 21st year
The Lavallette Heritage Committee will have free concerts at 7pm on Sundays at the Gazebo on Bay Boulevard and Philadelphia Ave.
Performers include:
A Little Bit of Heaven July 20th and August 10th
The Happy Days String Band July 27
John … (0 comments)
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nj: You just applied, Should you lock or float? This weeks Forecast July 21, 2008 - 07/21/08 03:05 PM
July 21, 2008
The Economic Calendar is a busy one this week, but there is not one piece of data that is expected to move the market. If you wrote a contract over the weekend you may be asking, should I float or should I lock? This information should help you … (2 comments)
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nj: This Weeks Economic Data - 07/21/08 02:59 PM
July 21, 2008
The Economic Calendar is a busy one this week, but there is not one piece of data that is expected to move the market.
Today: we had LEI which was in line with expectations
Tuesday 22nd Treasury Auction of 20 yr indexed securities
Wednesday 23rd, Treasure Auctions 2 … (3 comments)
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nj: Mortgage Insurance Change (PMI) makes FHA even MORE attractive - 07/18/08 10:07 AM
Mortgage Insurance Changes
We have seen Private Mortgage Insurance rates climb. We just received an announcement that the factors for Monthly PMI (the most common form of PMI) have gone up.
Why? Much like any insurance company, they do not want to pay out... since they have been paying out more … (5 comments)
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nj: Island Beach State Park named in National Top 10 list - 07/03/08 03:13 PM
Island Beach State Park
WOW! Great news, after I posted a blog on NJ beaches last week I stumble across an article in today's paper about my favorite beach, Island Beach State Park. Men's Fitness magazine named IBSP as on of the 10 hot spots to visit in the Summer. National … (6 comments)
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nj: Mortgage news, interest rate outlook - 07/02/08 03:08 PM
Last week's interest rate improvements were mostly driven by a flight to quality. As money was flowing out of a weak stock market investors have to find a safe haven which typically means the Credit Markets... Which is where Bonds and Mortgages are traded. As the money flows in, the … (2 comments)
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nj: Sunsets and Sailing in NJ - 06/27/08 08:49 AM
I love my area in the Summer. Most people pick on NJ when they really do not know what it has to offer.
If you know me at all, you know that my #1 passion is racing sailboats. Well, for a month now I have been on the DL, and … (12 comments)
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nj: NJ Beaches, look at what you are missing! - 06/26/08 02:25 PM
Living in Ocean County NJ I have found that many of us "locals" do not take advantage of what we have to offer. I was going to meet one of my Real Estate Agents (who is much more of a friend than just a business partner) for happy hour but … (10 comments)
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nj: Seaside Heights, NJ: Weekly Fire Works - 06/25/08 08:55 AM
Weekly Fireworks in Seaside Heights NJ begin tonight (Wednesday June 25, 2008)
The Fireworks Displays will begin at 9:30 every Wednesday night throughout the summer (depending on weather of course) There will be great views from any vantage point on the board walk, you can even view the fireworks from … (3 comments)
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nj: Fireworks in Brick Township NJ - 06/24/08 10:15 AM
Brick Township has always had the traditional Thursday night Fireworks in the summer so it is more of a Local event. The fireworks are at Windward beach on Princeton avenue in Brick. This is another place where the best view is on the water. You can go by boat for the … (3 comments)
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