In Belmar and Lake Como, the NJ Discover team was on the scene to celebrate the St Patrick’s Day Parade on a brisk Sunday in March.  The parade was led by the Pipers from Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh of the Jersey Shore. Bag pipes, green dogs, beautiful Irish colleens and dashing Irish lads marched down Main Street through the cheering crowds of thousands! This was truly a day to celebrate – Irish style!

All of New Jersey celebrated St. Patrick’s Day at Belmar and Lake Como over the weekend! The wearing of the green and luck of the Irish was everywhere to be seen! Erin Go Bragh!

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NJ Discover always fulfills its name. Today in Seaside Heights, 30,000 spectators gathered on the boardwalk (two weeks ago, when we were there scouting the location, it was deserted) along with 6000 brave, dedicated polar bear plunge participants from all over the country including California, in an event which grows every year to raise money for Special Olympics New Jersey.

While Big Joe Henry from Jersey 101.5 FM broadcasted live from the Aztec Hotel, NJ Discover TV provided complete video coverage and interviews from an amazing event in an amazing state. Who else but NJ Discover? The event today raised over $1.4 million. Donations can still be made at http://www.njpolarplunge.org/

The story of Mark Levine, his life and his burger has caught national attention. Through the Ashley Lauren Foundation and 709 Restaurant in Point Pleasant Beach, Mark is being honored with the “Mark The Shark Day” Friday January 27th from noon until close. Mark’s own burger will be a special on the menu and the proceeds will benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation, helping make wishes come true for local children battling cancer. NJ Discover reporters Tara-Jean Vitale and Calvin Schwartz are on the scene.  Check out interviews with 709 Restaurant Owner, Chef Mike, Big Joe Henry and Ashley Lauren.