Annual Black Long Island Business Network Expo 2026
Apr
26

Annual Black Long Island Business Network Expo 2026

The inaugural Black Long Island Business Network Expo, founded by Godson Michel, brings together Black-owned brands from across Long Island for a curated, in-person shopping and community experience featuring:

  • Black-owned Businesses across Beauty & Personal Care, Food & Drink, Professional Services, Health & Wellness, Arts, Home Services, Nonprofits & Community Organizations, Shopping & Retail, and more.

  • Notable Business Speakers

  • Creative Networking Meetup Session

  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere for Shopping & Networking

  • Complimentary Admission for the Community (Limited!)

  • Raffles & Giveaways

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ASBURY PARK SPRING BAZAAR 2026
May
10

ASBURY PARK SPRING BAZAAR 2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend at the Shore!

Spring is almost in full bloom and so is Asbury Park Spring Bazaar! Join us inside the iconic Grand Arcade of Convention Hall for a vibrant weekend filled with curated shopping, live music, delicious bites, and festive Mother’s Day experiences.

Whether you're celebrating Mom, gathering your friends, or bringing the whole family, the Spring Bazaar is your go-to Mother’s Day weekend tradition in Asbury Park.

Event Highlights:

Shop 30+ Local Makers & Shops: Find thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts for moms, dog moms & cat moms, grandmoms, aunties, best friends, or yourself! Browse handmade gifts, art & prints, jewelry, vintage finds, home décor, bath & beauty, specialty foods, vinyl records and more. Whether you’re gift shopping or treating yourself, you’ll find something meaningful. (Note: Vendor applications are now closed)

Live Music & Good Vibes: Enjoy live performances & DJs throughout the weekend while you shop and explore. Relax. Dance. Take it all in.

Experiences: This isn’t just shopping, it’s a day out. Enjoy a Floral Bouquet Bar, Spring Photo Wall (perfect for families, friends & pet photos!), Permanent Jewelry Bar, Kids Face Painting, Vinyl Record Shopping and more. More pop-ups and special experiences to be announced.

Eat, Sip & Stay Awhile: Take a break and enjoy delicious bites and drinks from Convention Hall favorites: Shucked Local 130, Mutiny Beach, Offshore Coffee Co., and Betty’s Ice Box. Make it brunch. Make it a girls' day. Make it a family day.

Make it yours:Mother’s Day can be joyful, bittersweet, celebratory, reflective, sometimes all at once. This weekend is about community, creativity, and connection. Come celebrate someone you love. Come celebrate yourself. Or just come enjoy a beautiful spring day surrounded by good people!

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Babes in Business: Networking Party
May
27

Babes in Business: Networking Party

Babes In Business Networking Party – May 27th 🍕✨

Get ready for an unforgettable night of powerful connections, inspiring conversations, and serious fun at our favorite venue, Porta Pizza! Known for its perfect ambiance and delicious food, this is the ultimate place to network, discover new women-owned brands, and find the support system you’ve been dreaming of.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • Not-Your-Average Networking 🔥Leave the stuffy conferences behind. We’re all about interactive activities and genuine conversations that spark real connections.

  • Meet Your New Biz Besties 🤝From mentors to collaborators, you’ll connect with women who genuinely want to see you succeed—and keep cheering you on long after the event.

  • Interactive Group Activity 🌟Experience our highly talked-about group session where you get to be the star of the conversation. It’s the perfect way to showcase who you are and what you do, all while meeting tons of amazing people.

  • Music & Photo Ops 🎶📸Keep the energy high with live music, snap adorable pics at our branded photo ops, and make memories in our fun new photobooth. You’ll be able to send the photos straight to your phone and level up your content game!

  • Discover Women-Owned Brands 💁‍♀️💡Support fellow women in business by learning about their innovative products and services—and walk away inspired by fresh ideas.

Get ready to mingle, share stories, form new friendships, and soak in all the boss babe energy. Grab your ticket and join us on May 27th at Porta Pizza to experience networking like never before! We can’t wait to see you there!

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