Greater Long Branch City Lifestyle

12/18/2025

🌲Service, Season by Season🌲

The Rotary Club of Greater Long Branch’s Festival of Trees returns with sparkling displays, family fun, and a heart for giving - supporting local families through Jingle Bell Buddies and beyond.🌟

Join the community Dec. 12-14 and Dec. 19-21 at the West End Arts Center and experience what “Service Above Self” looks like in action.❤️

Article by Caroline Fanning
Photography by Terry Janeczek

🔗https://citylifestyle.com/articles/service-season-by-season

12/16/2025

✨Shine Bright NJ is lighting up the Garden State✨

Our Shine Bright NJ Holiday Lights Map highlights the most magical home displays, main streets and festive neighborhoods across New Jersey - all crowdsourced by our community and updated throughout the season.🎄💡

📍Featured stops to add to your route:

PNC Bank Arts Center’s Magic of Lights 🌟

Be awed by the Gress House Holiday Light Spectacular at 14 Johnson Ave, Union Beach 🏡

Observe the magnificent Koneig’s Family Holiday Light Spectacular at 11 N Island Rd, Bayville 😍

Immerse yourself in the Winter WonderLights at 655 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick ❄️

Adore the beautiful NJ Holidays Home Light Show at 17 Vreeland Ct, East Brunswick 💡

Adore the spectacular Brookhollow’s Barnyard Holiday Lights Show at 301 Rockaway Valley Rd, Boonton Township 🎁

👉To explore the full Shine Bright NJ map: Tap the link in our bio and select “Shine Bright NJ Holiday Lights Map.”

❤️Tell us which stop is your favorite - and tag us when you visit!

12/15/2025

Eight nights, endless glow✨From latke bake offs and dreidel tournaments to boardwalk strolls and giving back, Hanukkah along the shore is all about light, music, and togetherness.

Whether you’re home or out in Long Branch and nearby towns, make room for old traditions - and a few new ones.😊

🔗https://citylifestyle.com/articles/eight-bright-ways-to-celebrate-hanukkah-this-year

12/12/2025

Thrilled to spotlight Kiefer Awards, our GLB partner creating exceptional custom awards for standout achievements! 🏆✨

From personalized plaques to stunning recognition pieces, they bring every milestone to life with craftsmanship and care.

Give them a follow and show some local love!

12/12/2025

12/11/2025

🎨The Art Current🎨

Long Branch’s arts scene is alive with creativity - from boundary-pushing theater and bold premieres to the soulful craft of local potters.

This spotlight celebrates the people, performance and projects that make our community a vibrant place to create, connect and be inspired.☺️

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🔗https://citylifestyle.com/articles/the-art-current

12/09/2025

So you think print is dead? We beg to differ.

Yesterday, the POST OFFICE called us asking how to add more residents to our mailing list because people keep walking in asking for a copy. 🤯🗞️

Print isn’t just alive — it’s thriving.

And yes… we’re always looking to partner with standout local businesses.

Want your brand in front of an engaged, community-driven audience?

✨ DM us to chat.

12/09/2025

✨Seamless By Design✨

Gold Ribbon Productions turns meaningful moments into beautifully orchestrated experiences.

Founded by Marissa Goldman and powered by a dedicated team, the company blends classic style, thoughtful coordination, and community-focused values to create events that feel seamless, elegant, and unforgettable.🫶

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🔗https://citylifestyle.com/articles/seamless-by-design

12/08/2025

✨Light Up Monmouth County✨

Across Monmouth County, families are lighting up the season with handmade magic - Disney-themed shows, dancing pixels, snowy walk-throughs, and thousands of twinkling lights.🌟

Take a cozy December drive, soak in the glow, and let these homespun displays warm your winter nights.☺️

Article by Caroline Fanning
Photography by Gianna Bucchieri, The Cook’s Christmas Lights, Powers Family Christmas Lights, Liam’s Spectacular Christmas Display

🔗https://citylifestyle.com/articles/lighting-up-monmouth-county

12/05/2025

✨Lifestyle Letter✨

Publishers Tiffany and Jake Slowinski share a cozy, candid look at the traditions, chaos, and charm that make the holidays in Greater Long Branch unforgettable.☺️

12/04/2025

✨Inside the Issue✨

A festive peek inside the December issue—spotlighting local holiday magic, community traditions, and the creative spirit that brightens Monmouth County all season long.🎄🫶

Be sure to check them out!

🔗https://citylifestyle.com/greaterlongbranch/issues/2025-12

12/03/2025

🎄On the Cover🎄

This wintery scene invites readers ‘Home for the Holidays,’ setting the tone for a season filled with cozy gatherings, cherished traditions, and local stories that celebrate the spirit of the community.❤️

🔗https://citylifestyle.com/greaterlongbranch/issues/2025-12