🏖️ New Jersey History: The Graf Zeppelin completed its first Atlantic crossing on Oct. 15, 1928, arriving in Lakehurst from Germany after more than four days in the air. During the voyage, crew members climbed outside the airship to repair storm damage to its tail while it was still flying over the ocean.

Thursday Thankfulness: “Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer, and let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good" —Maya Angelou

Today’s Must See: Red Bank’s pumpkin season has a furry fan. A squirrel photographed Sunday morning was busy eating a pumpkin, captured in a reader-submitted moment that puts a local wildlife spin on fall decorating. (See Photo)

365> Holmdel and Manasquan earned places among Niche’s 2027 Best School Districts in New Jersey, ranking No. 19 and No. 49, respectively. They are the two Monmouth County districts in the statewide top 50. (See List)

365> Monmouth County: Freehold’s Applewood Village ranked No. 2 among New Jersey’s small nursing homes, and CareOne at Holmdel ranked No. 9 among medium facilities, in Newsweek’s America’s Best Nursing Homes 2027. Holmdel’s Complete Care at Bayshore was also among the state’s honorees. (More)

365> Holmdel: Questions for the League of Women Voters’ school board candidates forum are due today, Oct. 15. The virtual forum takes place Thursday, Oct. 22, at 7 pm. Advance registration is required, and all six candidates have been invited. (More)

365> Fair Haven: Village Lift gives student interns hands-on experience in retail, community fundraising, and projects supporting women overseas. Sixteen high school and college students have participated over three years, learning skills ranging from pricing and inventory to marketing and project management. (More)

365> Manalapan: The township’s new pickleball courts officially opened yesterday, with a ribbon-cutting at the Manalapan Recreation Center. (More)

365> Used books and live original music fill the Carousel Art House in Asbury Park on Saturday, Oct. 17, 12–7 pm. Asbury Book Cooperative’s sale offers books for $5 each or a $20 tote to fill. Local songwriters perform throughout the day. (Register)

365> Sand, Sweaters & Stories brings more than 40 local authors to Taylor Pavilion in Belmar on Saturday, Oct. 17, 12-4 pm. The Beach Readers’ Book Fair features opportunities to meet the writers. Admission and parking are free. (More)

365> Books, Blooms & Magic turns Calgo Gardens in Howell into an autumn book fair and makers market on Saturday, Oct. 17, from noon-4 pm. Browse books, meet local authors, shop artisan vendors, and enjoy live music, seasonal food, and drinks. (Tickets)

365> Judy Batalion discusses her debut novel, The Last Woman of Warsaw, at Congregation Torat El in Oakhurst on Sunday, Oct. 18, at 11 am. The story follows two Jewish women in 1930s Warsaw. Admission includes a light brunch and costs $25 prepaid or $30 at the door. (More)

365> The True Story of the Legend of Sleepy Hollow brings military historian Michael Jesberger to Monmouth County Library’s Marlboro Branch on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 6:30 pm. The program is free, and registration is required. (More)

TOP STORY - Our Color-Coded List of Every Movie Coming This Holiday
Your holiday movie calendar is about to fill up. Small-town romances, second chances, and Christmas kisses are headed our way—and we’ve gathered the premiere schedule so you can plan your nights on the couch. Bookmark our 2026 Holiday Movie Premiere Schedule before your next favorite slips past you. (See Schedule)

365> Hallmark’s Christmas Movie Game has started, with a grand prize of $20,000! To make it even more fun, we’ve created a group for our 365 community to enter and play! It’s called 365 Hallmark Hangout. (Join Here)

365> Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas starts tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 16, at 8 pm with ’Tis the Season for Setups. Amanda Schull and Victor Webster play a party planner and ski instructor who try to pair up their parents, only to find their matchmaking bringing them closer together. (Preview)

365> A Christmas shop and a returning first love set the stage for Silver Bells at Christmas, starring Laura Osnes and Ryan McPartlin. The movie begins streaming today, Oct. 15, on Great American Pure Flix, followed by its Great American Family and GFAM+ premiere Saturday, Oct. 17, at 8 pm. (More)

365> Leonardo State Marina’s Halloween Festival brings free family fun to the Nature Center in Middletown on Saturday, Oct. 17, 12-4 pm. Kids and pets can enter costume contests, with games, crafts, goodies, and prizes. (More)

365> Ghost Tours explore areas usually closed to visitors at the Historic Village at Allaire in Wall on Sundays, Oct. 18 and 25, with tours at 6 pm and 8 pm. Admission is $50 for ages 12 and older; advance registration is required. (Register)

365> The Aberdeen PBA's Halloween Trunk or Treat is set for Oct. 24 at Matawan Regional High School. Decorated vehicles are needed, please register in advance. (Register)

365> Matawan’s Halloween Boo-Tacular takes place Friday, Oct. 23, from 6-8 pm at the Municipal Building’s gazebo lawn, a new location for this year’s celebration. The program includes live music, candy, and costume-contest trophies for the most clever, scariest, and best group theme. (More)

365> Halloween Hullabaloo returns to Poricy Park in Middletown on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 5-8 pm, with the costume contest starting at 6 pm. Admission is free for residents; parking is limited, with additional parking and shuttle service at Fairview Fields. The rain date is Oct. 25. (More)

365> Halloween Family Fun at Scudder Preserve takes place in Middletown on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 2-3 pm. The all-ages program includes crafts, a scavenger hunt, and candy-filled pumpkins. Costumes are welcome, and an RSVP link is available. (Register)