Merchants Win the JSBL Crown

A sports article in the September 24th edition of the Community Reporter titled Point Pleasant team wins another JSBL title told of the Merchants, a local baseball team, winning their 22nd championship in the Jersey Shore Baseball League. They took the first two games of the best of three series against Colts Neck by scores of 3-2 and 9-4. The games were played at the Wall Municipal Complex. Art Rooney managed the team and finshed his 30th season in doing so. The team has won 847 games during his reign as manager. During the season the Merchants had the league's best record 28-3 and they also won the American Division with a 21-3 record.

A Memory Walk

The annual Memory Walk will take place on Saturday, September 26th at Little Silver Park in Pt. Pleasant Beach. It starts at 9AM and is sponsored by the Greater New Jersey Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. To get additional information click here or call 732-933-2617.

Fun Aboard the Erin Elizabeth

Erin Elizabeth Charters offers fishing and fun aboard the Erin Elizabeth. Mark Whitney is the captain of the 30' Pursuit Offshore which can cruise at 24 knots. A variety of options span business, family and instructional charters and sightseeing, fireworks and sunset cruises. For price breakdowns click here.

Fishing includes fluke, bluefish and striped bass. With a drop in temperature during the coming months, fishing will focus on PM striped bass. Daily runs will continue until December.

Erin Elizabeth Charters can be reached at cell phone number 732-600-0596 or telephone number 732-892-2709. Communication through email is also an option.

Fortunately I was able to get information directly from the captain. His quick and direct responses were appreciated. That bodes well for those considering a cruise aboard his vessel. Attention to your needs will enhance the pleasure of the trip.

A Parade, Tube Race and Arts and Crafts

On Sunday, September 20th the Point Pleasant Lions Club is sponsoring two events. There is an arts and crafts show at the boardwalk running from 10 AM to 5 PM. There is also a parade and then a race ("Hey Rube Get a Tube"). The parade starts at 1 PM (Arnold Ave. and Ocean Ave.) and then the Ocean Tube race commences at 2:30. For information on any of the events call 732-892-1089.

Oktoberfest and the Festival of the Sea

Oktoberfest, Point Pleasant Elks version, at 820 Arnold Ave. will take place this Saturday, the 19th of September from 9 AM - 9 PM. There will be food, drinks and entertainment. For more information call 732-892-9843.

Also on Saturday the 32nd Annual “Festival of the Sea,” is ready to go at downtown, Arnold Avenue between 10 AM - 7 PM. Look forward to arts and crafts, food, entertainment and games kids play. The Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce is the sponsor. Call 1-888-772-3862 for information.

The Antique and Classic Boat Show

The 27th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show will take place between 8 AM and 5 PM in Point Pleasant (Johnson Bros. Boat Yard, Bay Ave.). There will be about 50 to 60 boats in a competition. Marine vendors and artists along with a flea market will be there. Food too. For information call 732-295-2072.

A Five Mile Run this Saturday

On Saturday, September 19th the Point Pleasant Lions Club is sponsoring a five mile run. Registration takes place at 7:00 AM and the race is scheduled for 9:00 AM. The meeting will take place at the corner of Arnold and Baltimore Avenues. For more information call 732-892-1089.

The Offshore Power Boat Race

The Offshore Power Boat Race will take place on Sunday, September 13th. The first race starts at 12 Noon and the second at 1:30 PM. Right after the races the Winners Circle will be at Manasquan River Club, 217 Riverside Dr. Brick, NJ 08724.

The Point Lobster Co.

Point Lobster Co. is now located at 1 St. Louis Avenue in Point Pleasant (at the corner of Channel and St. Louis). It sells fresh fish, lobsters, clams, scallops and crabs. The phone number is 732-892-1718.

No Recall Election this November

The Asbury Park Press reported that Superior Court Judge Joseph L. Foster ruled against an effort to hold a recall election in November involving current Pt. Pleasant Beach Mayor Vincent Barrella. Too much time was said to have passed in an article online titled Judge rules no recall election possible until 2010, Point Beach clerk exceeded authority. The recall attempt was based on a petition. Foster ruled that by invalidating some signatures and removing others after the filing of the petition Borough Clerk Maryann Ellsworth exceeded her authority. The earliest possible recall election would be November 2010.

Labor Day Festivites

On Monday the 7th of September a Festival of the Atlantic Concert Finale will take place at 7:30 PM at the beach. The stage is situated at the northern end of the boardwalk near the Manasquan Inlet. There also will be a fireworks display following the concert.