November’s First Fridays had a different weight to it. Local Summer was long gone, Halloween already behind us, and the whole town felt a little muted in a way no one needed to say out loud. There was something in the air that everyone seemed to be carrying, a shared heaviness that settled over the night. Even so, the music helped. The Foes of Fern played and brought a small lift to the space, just enough to make things feel a bit lighter. This was also my first event back si

First Fridays last night felt like stepping out of one world and back into another. Survifern had only ended a week ago, and everyone was still in that dazed, half‑present state where you can tell they are physically there but mentally still somewhere in the woods. The energy of Local Summer has officially arrived though, and it is pushing the whole town forward whether anyone is ready or not. I was making jokes about hiding Foe Coins around my table, trying to lighten the mo

Camp Ghost Ranch took place on July 26, and it ended up being one of my strongest events of the year. Hosted in the backyard of the band Were Ghosts Now, this annual summer gathering in Milestone blends live music, local vendors, food trucks, and camping around a bonfire that burns late into the night. Halloween decorations stay up year-round, which gives the whole space a playful, eerie charm. I brought extra lights this time so my table would stay visible after dark, and it

First Fridays landed a little differently this month. Because of Independence Day, the event was moved to Thursday, July 3, which gave the whole thing a slightly unusual but fun energy. I was still coming off the heels of Garden State Comic Fest, so it felt good to shift gears and be back at the Asbury Park Transportation Center with something more relaxed and community focused. July always feels like the height of summer here, the point where all the energy on the boardwalk

Today was the Suvifern x Asbury Underground Challenge, part of the North2Shore weekend in Asbury Park. The game scattered seven stamp stations across town, and players had to collect them all to complete their passports and earn band points. I was one of those stations, set up at Over The Moon Art Studios during Print‑a‑Palooza. Even though I arrived late and ended up upstairs — a quiet spot that usually gets overlooked — the Survifern players kept the day alive. They came in

Another month, another unforgettable First Friday at the Asbury Park train station! Hosted by Over The Moon Art Studios, this recurring event has become a staple for local artists, creators, and community members looking to connect over shared passions.

On May 31st, I had the chance to set up at the Sober Socials Secret Garden Dance Party  at Asbury’s Trinity Church—a new venue for me and...

The May 2nd First Friday  was the perfect way to welcome the warmer months in Asbury Park. With the doors open and vendors spilling into...

The April 4th First Friday  was more than just a showcase for local artists—it marked the opening night of Rolling Perspectives, a...

March’s First Friday  marked the second event of the season  at Over The Moon Art Studios , continuing the momentum from February’s...

After a short winter hiatus in December and January, February’s First Friday  marked a much-anticipated return to Over The Moon Art...

November marked the third and final First Fridays before pausing for the busy holiday season, and it was the perfect way to wrap up this...

This October, I returned to Zeik Dental Jam, an event hosted by Telegraph Hill Records, marking my second vending experience there....

The second run of First Fridays  brought another opportunity to refine the vending experience. This time, my table was upstairs, away...

In September 2024, First Fridays was launched in Asbury Park, bringing a nationwide arts tradition to the city. From 5 to 8 PM, the event...

Camp Ghost Ranch returned for its third annual Summerfest, hosted by We're Ghosts Now , bringing together a lineup of local bands, food,...

As part of North2Shore  and Asbury Underground , Over The Moon hosted Print-a-palooza , a dynamic gathering that celebrated the art of...

The Holiday Bazaar at the Arcade was a festive gathering of artists, small businesses, and creators, bringing warmth and creativity to...

After last year’s rainout, Steph of Broken Rainbow invited me to vend with her at the Downtown Somerville Street Fair, and luckily, the...

Ghost Ranch 2023 was my first time attending, and I had the chance to vend alongside my friend Chelsea, who set up her table right next...

The Over The Moon event in July 2023 was an indoor gathering of creators and vendors, bringing together a mix of art, comics, and...

Hosted by MuseNMonster , this event blended comics, music, and live performance into a unique experience. At its center was the reading...

I made an appearance at a local pop-up event hosted by Over The Moon Art Studios in Asbury Park, selling Indie Comic Books and Indie...

My first Zeik Dental Jam 7 started off on a chaotic note—I managed to lock my keys in my apartment, making me late to the event before I...