Loyal following makes band the people's choice Freehold resident Jim Garcia brings fun to Nerds shows BY AMY ROSEN Staff Writer       Jim Garcia seems like a typical family man living in Freehold Township. But on Aug. 15, 1985 something happened that changed his life. Ever since that day, whenever he goes to work he becomes - a Nerd! And his family couldn't be prouder. More ... IN THE ARTS       The Performing Arts Center at Brookdale Community College is presenting "Thrill Me: The Leopold & Loeb Story" through March 9. Relationships can be murder. This is a two-character musical drama that recounts the chilling true story of the legendary duo who committed one of the most infamous ... More ... 'Easts MeetsWest'       Eight local Taiwan-born artists are exhibiting their art at the Middletown Public Library through March 31. "East Meets West" consists of oil and acrylic paintings that express themes of both Eastern and Western cultures. More ...