This is a story about Oliver Huff Brown and Bill Reinhard, two fascinating men from Spring Lake. Though they lived a century apart, both devoted themselves to building a vibrant cultural home for the community.

Growing up in community theater was the spark that ignited Johnny Bongiovanni's local décor business. 

Spring Lake native Alexandra Evangelista’s business is rooted in creativity and inclusion.

Early March in Belmar brings a familiar sight with a long line of green jackets moving down Main Street, Irish music in the air, and the community ready to celebrate the first sign that spring is coming. The Belmar/Lake Como Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, which takes place on the first Sunday in March, is one of New Jersey’s most beloved Irish celebrations for the aptly dubbed “Irish Riviera.”