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My Wishes For 2013

Lou Russo — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 12:58:50 +0000

I don’t think any of us could believe the end of 2012. It started with Sandy and ended with Newtown, Connecticut. A lot of tears and a lot of shattered dreams. A lot or things we wish never happened. Now a new year has begun. It ssems to me that our hopes for the new [...]

The Average American Family Did this for 93 Hours Last Year

Matt Ryan — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 05:25:36 +0000

Are you the smartest person at the Jersey Shore? Listen weekday afternoons at 5:20 for Matt Ryan's Nearly Impossible Question. This week win a family four pack of laser tag passes to the Penalty Box Cafe inside Jersey Shore Arena in Farmingdale.

The average American family spent 93 hours doing this last year, what is it?

What to Be Thankful for This Year

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 18:59:05 +0000

Thanksgiving is days away and this year’s holiday season will be very different for so many of us. Despite the immense amount of loss we’ve seen over the last three weeks, we still have so much to be thankful for. For me, I’m grateful to have my friends and family in my life. We are [...]

Holiday Sales Begin Earlier Than Ever This Year

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 17:32:35 +0000

Hurricane Sandy has thrown all of our schedules out of whack, but like it or not, Thanksgiving is next Thursday, and Black Friday sales? That’s SO last year. Not a huge shocker than Walmart is paving in the way in the consumer insanity department, opening their doors at 8 p.m. Thanksgiving night to give customers [...]

This Year's Thanksgiving Will Have Special Meaning At The Shore

Lou Russo — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 11:09:18 +0000

With all that’s gone on in the past few weeks, it seems like Thanksgiving just kind of appeared out of nowhere this year. I think this Thanksgiving will be the most meaningful one we’ve had in a long time here at the Jersey Shore. So many lost so much and yet the New Jersey spirit remains. And so has [...]

Sandy Leaves Path of Destruction, Jersey Shore Must Band Together

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 10:39:43 +0000

Sandy has left her mark on the Jersey Shore. So now what? Countless miles of beach and boardwalk have been destroyed, homes and cars are flooded, and thousands of us are without power. This is about as bad as it gets. And this is when it’s time for us to show the world what makes [...]

Grandparent's Day This Weekend: I'll Be Missing Nana

Lou Russo — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 12:25:08 +0000

This past June, I lost my Nana. She lived 94 great years. I will be spending Sunday, Grandparent’s Day, remembering what she, and all of my grandparents, meant to me and how much I loved them. Nana was a wonderful, loving woman who spent her whole life dedicated to her family. All of my grandparents were, and [...]

Shocking Development in the Passing of Michael Clarke Duncan

Matt Ryan — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 23:15:53 +0000

We were saddened to hear the news that a too young Michael Clarke Duncan passed away at age 54. Many believed his death was linked to complications from a recent heart attack. That was not the case. And you won’t believe what happening with his family following his passing, it’s sad. According to E! News, [...]

My Motto This Week? "Go With the Flow"

Laurie Cataldo — Thu, 24 May 2012 15:49:42 +0000

Laurie Cataldo, Townsquare Media You know that John Lennon lyric, “Life is what happens to you while you‘re busy making other plans”? It definitely applies to us here at the Point this week.Obviously we were all looking forward to Train performing at Bar A at our Summer Kick-off Party tomorrow. However, life happens. There was [...]

Going To Pro Baseball Games Is A Waste Of Money [STUFF GRANDPA SAYS]

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:56:10 +0000

My Grandpa is one of the coolest people I know, mostly because he’s funny when you don’t expect it. I’ve decided I should start documenting some of his pearls of wisdom…and more importantly to share them with you. We’ll start with his thoughts on baseball. Who doesn’t love America’s pastime, right? Hanging out on Easter, [...]

What Are Your Easter And Passover Traditions?

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:30:39 +0000

With the holiday weekend upon us, I got to thinking how my family used to celebrate Easter and was wondering how others celebrated. Does this sound familiar to you? When I was a kid in Brooklyn, I don’t remember much in the way of Easter Egg Hunts (Mama C would probably beg to differ!) but [...]

This Is A Must Have On Family Road Trips [NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE QUESTION]

Matt Ryan — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 18:00:55 +0000

All this week win a skating session for a family of four at Jersey Shore Arena in Farmingdale if you can answer Matt Ryan’s Nearly Impossible Question. Listen every weekday afternoon at 5:20 to play!

A new survey reveals GPS and a DVD player are the #1 and #2 must haves for a family road trip. What is #3? Find out after the jump!

The Ultimate Awkward Gift Exchange [POLL]

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:16:32 +0000

I finished my Christmas shopping way early this year. My family decided to do a Secret Santa exchange for the adults, which worked out really well and made life much easier. The only other gifts I had to buy were for my immediate family...I thought I did a decent job this year, until we opened the presents.

Secret Santa Is Super Helpful When Money Is Tight

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:59:00 +0000
Money is definitely tight for everyone this time of year, but that’s no reason to be a Scrooge. Coming from a moderately-sized Italian family, Christmas is the mother of all holidays in my house. Gift-giving is fun, but can wind up being insanely costly (not to mention stressful!) so this year? We’re switching it up: [...]

Thanksgiving = Family

Matt Ryan — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 23:52:39 +0000
Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday because of its simplicity. Food, friends, good conversation and most importantly family. We have started the unofficial beginning to “the holiday season” and our lives are about to become very busy for the next month or so. I’m thankful that for one day we can give thanks for [...]

Monmouth and Ocean Halloween Events

Matt Ryan — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:02:30 +0000
Here are some of the family friendly Halloween events happening in Monmouth and Ocean Counties: LAKEWOOD: “Spooktacular” 5-7 p.m.; Georgian Court University, Casino Building, 900 Lakewood Road; activities include a ghost walk, haunted house, hayrides, storytelling, and refreshments. Guests will also be able to trick or treat on the first floor of Maria Hall This [...]