Brick township to host 2nd annual longest table event

BRICK, NJ — Brick Township’s Mayor Lisa Crate invites local residents to participate in the 2nd Annual Longest Table event on Saturday, September 21. The community gathering will take place at Havens Farm on Herbertsville Road, from 1 PM to 3 PM, where participants will engage in meaningful conversations over a shared meal.

Mayor Crate emphasizes the importance of community bonding through this initiative, stating, “The Longest Table is one of our initiatives that aims to bring the community together.” The event is designed to foster connections among residents by facilitating dialogue in a communal setting.

This year’s Longest Table is free and open to the first 150 registrants aged 15 and older, ensuring an environment conducive to civic-minded discussions. The event is sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean University Medical Center.

Those interested in attending must register online to secure a spot due to the limited seating available. For more information, potential attendees are encouraged to contact the organizers via email at longesttable@bricktownship.net or by calling 732-262-1050. Businesses interested in supporting the event can also reach out through the same contact details.

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