On this day in 1664, The Colony of New Jersey was founded when the Duke of York granted Lord Berkeley and Sir George Carteret ownership of land between the Hudson and Delaware Rivers. Happy 362nd Birthday, New Jersey!

Today’s edition is full of amazing events coming to Monmouth, including a free event at the PNC Arts Center featuring a USO-style vocal group. Our Top Story lets you know how to keep fit while helping a great cause. See ya out there!

Eatontown-based Holiday Express nonprofit has partnered with the Monmouth County Park System to introduce Hike for Holiday Express. A volunteer of the organization, Dawn Hopkins, came up with the idea with some of her friends.

The concept is to gather with locals to stay active, build community, and support a great cause on Monmouth’s many hiking trails. The intent is to help the nonprofit raise money for its ongoing support of people in our community through live holiday concerts, meals, and essential gifts.

The group of hikers has a Facebook page where the trail schedule is posted weekly. You can click here to donate. created

365> Long Branch: Best Day Foundation is hosting surfing, bodyboarding, kayaking, and beach games, along with other adaptive outdoor activities, for children and young adults age 4 to 24 to build confidence and self-esteem. The dates at Great Lawn Beach are June 27 & 28, and July 11 & 12. (More)

365> Monmouth County: Effective July 1, new rules and regulations for e-bikes will be enforced in the county. Riders must be at least 15-years-old, wear a helmet, and have a valid license or permit to operate. Other rules include no sidewalk parking and no modified speed kits. (See Details)

365> Red Bank: The July 3 Family Fireworks on the Navesink, hosted by the DiPiero Family at their home on the Navesink River, will benefit the Riverview Medical Center Foundation. Tickets are $500 for adults, $100 for children and teens. (More)

365> Freehold: Donald Petito, 42, the president of the Freehold Township Little League, was charged with stealing more than $73,000 from the organization over the course of nearly three years. He is charged with third-degree Theft by Unlawful Taking or Disposition. (More)

365> Monmouth County: Researchers at Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune have identified a new kidney disorder, named Mehandru/Vachharajani Syndrome, linked to the overconsumption of seltzers mixed with alcohol, known as hard seltzers. (See Details)

365> Keyport: Tonight is movie night at the Waterfront. Wicked will be shown at 8 pm. (More)

365> The Dublin House, Red Bank: Thursday night at 10 pm watch the USA World Cup team take on Turkey. Early bird specials are available until 9 pm. (See Specials)

365> The Globe, Red Bank: Thursday night at 10 pm watch the USA World Cup team take on Turkey. The late night kitchen will be open. (More)

365> Colts Neck: Sounds of Summer Concert Series, Thursday at Town Hall at 7 pm. This week features Bank of Two River, an Americana brass band. (More)

365> Freehold: Thursdays Rock Summer Concert Series at the Hall of Records this week features Mission Dance from 7:30-9:30 pm. Bring your lawn chair. Court Street Vendor Market will be open before and after. (More)

365> Red Bank: The inaugural Arts Festival, a makers market and juried show, debuts Saturday, June 27, from 12-4 pm on Monmouth Street. The free event will feature live music performances. (More)

365> Asbury Park: After more than a decade away, the Jazz Fest is returning on Sunday, June 28, at Sunset Park by popular demand. The free, full-day concert runs from noon to 8 pm and is open to the public. (More)

*FEATURED EVENT*
365> PNC Bank Arts Center: The Sound of America: A Semi-Quincentennial Concert will feature the United States Army Field Band and American Bombshells, a USO-style high-energy vocal group, on July 1, at 7 pm. (Request Free Tickets Here)

365> Spring Lake Theatre: Me and My Girl will run from July 8-19. (More)

365> Jersey Shore Arts Center, Ocean Grove: Tickets for Grease are now on sale. The musical will play July 10, 11 & 12. (More)

365> Holmdel Theatre Company: Spring Awakening will run July 31 - August 16. Based on the play by Frank Wedekind. (More)

365> Spring Lake Theatre: Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret is presented by Task Force Pineapple on August 29 & 30. The play was written by retired Green Beret Scott Mann, based on the experiences of a fictional soldier, Danny Patton, during his final moments in Afghanistan. (More)

Do you prefer a Jersey Mike’s sub or Chick-fil-A?

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Chick-fil-A: 43%
Like them both: 11%
I don’t eat either: 2%