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Brick Township Mayor Lisa Crate

Brick Township announces Thanksgiving closures, mayor urges residents to shop local

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November 29, 2025

BRICK, NJ – Brick Township announced its Thanksgiving holiday schedule, including municipal office closures and adjusted public works services, while Mayor Lisa Crate encouraged residents to support small businesses throughout the holiday season.

All municipal offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.

There will be no public works collections on Thursday. Regular Thursday pickups will take place Friday, and Friday’s collections will move to Saturday. The Public Works Recycling Center on Ridge Road will be closed Thursday but open Friday and Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Mayor calls on residents to support local businesses

As the holiday shopping season begins, Mayor Crate urged residents to “shop local first,” noting that Brick’s small businesses play a vital role in the community. “Our small businesses are the heartbeat of Brick Township,” she said. “They are owned and staffed by our neighbors and support civic groups, community events, and youth programs.”

She encouraged residents to choose local shops, restaurants, and service providers this weekend and beyond, emphasizing that every local purchase strengthens the township’s economy. “When we support our small businesses, we strengthen our community,” Crate said.

Seniors invited to holiday celebration

Brick Senior Services will host a Holiday Celebration on Wednesday, December 3 at 10 a.m. at the Civic Plaza, 270 Chambers Bridge Road. The event, open to residents ages 60 and over, will feature a performance by the Brick Memorial High School Chorus, refreshments, and festive activities. Attendance is free, but advance reservations are required by calling 732-920-8686.

Beach badges and parking passes on sale December 1

The township will also begin selling 2026 Season Beach Badges and Beach Parking Passes on Monday, December 1. Each costs $30 and can be purchased at the Brick Recreation Office, open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., or online.

Township officials say the passes make an ideal holiday gift, offering “a summer full of sunshine, fun, and memories” along Brick’s beaches.

Brick Township will close offices for Thanksgiving, adjust trash pickup, and encourage residents to shop and celebrate locally this holiday season.

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