(WATCH) Jersey Rock Video of the Week: Free The Witness LIVE at the Stone Pony

Rocking Arelene's Grocery in NYC on December 23!

Fresh off blowing the roof off of Salty's Beach Bar in Lake Como, Asbury Park Punk Rockers Free The Witness will bring their high-energy stage show to Arlene's Grocery in New York on December 23!  Mark your calendar now!

That tradition continues later this month when Free The Witness takes it to New York City just a couple of days before Christmas.  Don't miss them on December 23 at Arlene’s Grocery in New York City.  Message the band on social media for advance tickets or score them HERE.

Free The Witness is currently working with Pete Steinkopf of The Bouncing Souls at his Little Eden Studio on their upcoming album “Youth of Tomorrow.”  Expect it to be released some time next year.  The band recently released 2 killer singles.  They include title track off the upcoming album  and their latest release “Soldier, Soldier.”   We spoke with bandmates Jake and Chris a few weeks ago on Jersey Rock to chat about their latest tunes.

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Learn more about Free The Witness via their linktree page.  There you can find their social media, music, and a list of upcoming shows.

For a taste of what you can expect at Arlene's Grocery on December 23, check out the full concert video of the band's performance at the legendary Stone Pony in Asbury Park back in the Summer of 2022!

Don't feel like cooking? Inviting a ton of friends and relatives to your home for the holidays and having to cook for all of them can be really overwhelming.  You should call your local caterer, restaurant, favorite deli, or specialty store, and let them do all the work.

It usually takes me a week or so to plan a holiday feast. My process starts with giving lots of thought to the side dishes and desserts that will make the meal spectacular. If I’m doing all or some of the cooking, my passion kicks in while coming up with a list of items that accompany the main dish. If a large crowd is expected, I will almost always make way too much. If you’re like me, you’re exhausted just thinking about doing all that work.  How about letting someone else do all the heavy lifting? All you have to do is sit back and make a phone call.

The following places will do all the cooking and, in some cases, even deliver the food. Even if you have to pick up your order, it may be worth it. You can spend time getting the house ready for your guests. When your guests arrive, there will be more time for you to spend with them instead of slaving over a hot stove while your friends and family are in the den or the living room drinking all your booze.

Start making the guest list, and please take into account who has food allergies so you can be prepared when they arrive.

They'll do everything from charcuterie to dessert. You can also make a Christmas Eve reservation.

Great choices and a fantastic presentation.

https://www.hincksfarm.com/

They are armed and ready to make your holidays special.

Appetizers, cheese platters, hot smorgasboard, side dishes, desserts and more.

https://monmouthmeats.com/catering/

Mulberry Street Italian Food Center is proudly owned & operated by the Colasurdo family since 1973.

Shoprite is a great choice!

I love Livoti's♥

Quality is their middle name!

The Mom’s group on social media hipped me to this place. They love their food and their attention to detail.  You’ll find the menu and contac

Offering fresh turkey, turkey breast, stuffed turkey breast, Ham, bone-in and boneless, The German butcher has your back. Delicious homemade sides make your holiday feast complete. 

If you're a BBQ fan, Harry can feed your crew smoked brisket, ribs, chicken, pork and more.  Ask him about the Texas Twinkie Egg Rolls. I'll bet they make great hors d'oeuvres.

With 25 years of experience cooking in New York, Bergen, Monmouth & Ocean Counties, our chef is excited to present her  vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff will ensure you have a fantastic experience with us.

A Puerto Rican feast on your holiday table!

https://ricanamazingfood.com/

Please trust our 30 years experience in off premise catering for your next event. For questions or orders, please call 732-223-6246 or email mainstreetkit@gmail.com

Joe and the crew do a fantastic job. They catered our lunch for the WRAT - Ocean Of Love Billboard Radiothon, and everything was delicious, especially the chicken Francese. My husband and I enjoy eating here as well.

Outstanding Mediterranean & Middle Eastern cuisine.

I took cooking classes here from one of their incredible chefs. I know several people who have ordered food for various events and were very satisfied. The Fall & Winter catering menus are exquisite.

Stephen and his staff do an excellent job catering all kinds of gatherings. From 30 people to 300 people, they get things done exactly the way you planned it.

The fine folks here require at least 10 days notice on catering orders.  Call now:  (732) 361-7294

One of the best vegan cuisine creators in Monmouth County!   Please order by 12/17/23.

Requires 48 hours notice.