LONG BRANCH, N.J. - Long Branch residents and visitors will have plenty to do in the upcoming months as Pier Village, the new mixed-use community set alongside this Monmouth County city's beachfront, will host a variety of exciting events and activities throughout the spring and summer seasons.
Open to the public, the events schedule kicks off with "The Great Easter Egg Hunt!" on Saturday April 15th. Starting at 11 a.m., the fun-filled event will feature a visit from the Easter Bunny, a free Concert, an Easter Egg Hunt for children, and over $2,000 in prizes donated by the more than 30 quaint shops and restaurants at Pier Village.
On Friday, May 5th, Pier Village will be the site of a luncheon and auction to benefit the New Jersey Repertory Company. The Chinese Auction begins at 10 a.m. when raffle tickets go on sale at McLoone's Pier House Restaurant. Featuring generous gift packages donated by the shops and restaurants of Pier Village, the drawing will take place at the luncheon starting at 12:30, also at McLoone's. Tickets are $50 if purchased individually or $45 per person for groups of ten or more. To reserve your tickets for the luncheon or to get more information, please call 732.229.3166.
Starting June 14th, Pier Village will begin hosting "Wednesday Night at the Movies". Free for the entire family, the films will be shown at Festival Plaza located in the center of the community, along Ocean Avenue. All movies will be rated "G". Scheduled dates for the "Wednesday Night at the Movies" are: June 28th, July 12th, July 26th, August 16th, and August 30th.
On Fridays, the community will host concerts featuring entertainers from The Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation. Taking place at Festival Plaza, the "TGIF Friday Jazz Concerts" are scheduled for June 9th, June 23rd, July 7th, July 21st, August 4th, August 18th.
"The atmosphere at Pier Village is the perfect setting for these activities and we are pleased to welcome local residents and visitors alike to enjoy this oceanfront ambiance throughout the year," notes Greg Russo, a vice-president with Applied Development Company, the community's developer.
Pier Village features over 100,000 square feet of upscale boutique shops and restaurants and 320 luxury rental residences.
Retail boutiques include Aloha Grove Surf Shop, anna, Arrivèe, Jontè Jewelers, Kidegories, LuLu Face & Body, Nirvana, Paws & Pose, Space Interiors, Shore Runner, The Stone Hut, Atlantic Books (Coming Soon), and The Bee.
Dining and treats can be found at It's Greek To Me, McLoone's Pier House, Michael Angelo's Cafè, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Stewart's Root Beer, Turning Point, TP News & Cafè, Avenue Beach Club (Coming Soon), Ceriello's Fine Foods (Coming Soon), Sirena (Coming Soon), Sawa (Coming Soon) and Carmella's Cafè (Coming Soon).
Spas, fitness and services are offered at AquaMedica Day Spa & Salon, Gold's Gym, Ladies Workout Express, Optical Elements, Pier Cleaners, and RSI Bank.
Residences at Pier Village include spacious studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts. The homes -- many with balconies and most with spectacular oceanfront views -- are available with monthly rents starting at $1,455 for one-bedroom designs and $2,075 for two-bedroom residences. Features include elegant entry foyers, vaulted ceilings, plush carpeting, designer fixtures, and a full-size washer and dryer. Kitchens boast rich maple cabinetry with chrome accents, ceramic tile floors, and a full General Electric appliance package.
For more information on Pier Village, please call (732) 923-0100 or visit the website at www.piervillage.com. To visit the community, take the Garden State Parkway to Exit 105. Proceed on Route 36 East to Rt. 71 South. Continue on Rt. 71 through 3rd traffic light onto Cedar Ave. On Cedar Ave. make a left onto Ocean Blvd. Proceed for 1.5 miles then make a right onto Laird St. Follow signs to Leasing Center.
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