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arch brings on the Irish! And as always, there are many celebrations for St. Patrick’s Day taking place throughout New Jersey, including some long-standing traditions. Make sure you stop by a St. Paddy’s Day Parade. They are always so much fun for the little ones and you can be sure to always find a green beer nearby. Spring is in the air as well, you may not feel it yet, but it is just around the corner. More than ever, I think we welcome this change of season with even wider arms this year.
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Challenge STORY Susan Murphy
DEARBORN MARKET CHILI COOK OFF BENEFITS BRIDGES PROGRAM
Left to right: Judges Drew Araneo and DJ Luccarelli stand with the firstplace winner Monica Gionet and Judge Kathy Logan.
Judges of Dearborn Chili Challenge Drew Araneo and DJ Luccarelli stand with second place winner Bill Wurtz and Judge Kathy Logan.
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earborn Market held The Great Chili Challenge on January 27 during which visitors were able to sample variations of chili made by 28 participants. They included such choices as a vegetable chili, traditional meat chili, chicken chili, fire-hot chili, and an authentic New Mexican chili. Three judges taste-tested the chilies and chose three winners based on originality, consistency, and flavor.
Judges Drew Araneo, Chef and Owner of Drew’s Bayshore Bistro in Keyport, Kathy Logan of BRIDGES Program, and DJ Luccarelli, co-owner of Dearborn Market said it was a tough competition. “There are so many great chilies here. It’s not that easy to choose the winners,” said Luccarelli. Many of the participants offered extra goodies with their chili, such as rice, cheese, and crusty bread. Shaun McGuinness and April Fox, a young Hazlet couple, gave homemade tortillas and cheese along with their authentic New Mexican chili, “Los Alamitos,” a traditional recipe of April’s family. Dearborn Market also presented samples of their chili and the Born to Hula Hot Sauce available for purchase. The Great Chili Challenge was held to benefit the BRIDGES Outreach Program and each participant’s entry fee was donated to this program. Each participant also received a $10 Dearborn Market gift card towards the ingredients for their entries. First place winner was Monica Gionet, Tinton Falls, who received a $100 Dearborn Market gift card, trophy and medal. Second place winner was Bill Wurtz, Holmdel; and third place winners were Warren Schueler and his son Warren II. The Customers’ Choice was Bill Wurtz. Jason DeGennaro, Keyport and Loriann Davidson, Keyport were among the honorable mentions. 6
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Judges Drew Araneo and DJ Luccarelli stand with third place winners William Schueler II and his father Warren, as well as Judge Kathy Logan.
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Thompson Center For Plastic Surgery Will Be With You Every Step Of The Way
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hompson Center for Plastic Surgery opened its state-of-the-art facility in mid-May 2009. Dr. Rudolf Thompson has been in practice since 2000. He has made certain that every patient feels welcome and understood from the first call to his office until the final follow up visit. His office staff is friendly, courteous, and compassionate beginning with the initial visit through every visit thereafter. Dr. Thompson’s compassion and personal concern for each patient has been highly praised by new and returning patients. Dr. Thompson spends considerable time with each patient during consultations which allows patients the time to ask any and all questions necessary to ensure that they are confi-
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consultation fee – so there is no reason not to follow through on your decision for a new look. Some of the most popular procedures include breast augmentation, tummy tuck and liposuction, as well as non-surgical facial rejuvenation. The newest non-surgical procedure now available at the Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery is Ultherapy, an FDA-approved ultrasound based skin tightening treatment for the face and neck which is sought after by women and men looking to reverse the signs of aging with no downtime. dent in their decision. Dr. Thompson is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Additionally, he is a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He regularly attends meetings throughout the country to stay current on new techniques and procedures so he can continue to maintain his education and thus his patients’ education. This is a great time to make an appointment for a consultation. Remember, there are only a few months until the spring and summer seasons when more revealing clothing is worn, vacations begin, and much more time is spent outdoors. Until the end of March, the Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery is waiving the
“Educating patients is my philosophy, helping my patients achieve their aesthetic goals is my passion,” said Dr. Thompson. Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery is located at 5 Professional Circle, Suite 107, Colts Neck, New Jersey. They can be reached at 732.410.4789.
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BAYSHORE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AND MERIDIAN HEALTH AFFILIATED FOUNDATIONS ANNOUNCE 5 MILLION DOLLAR DONATION Largest single gift to Bayshore will fund the strategic vision for cardiovascular services
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ayshore Community Hospital and Meridian Health Affiliated Foundations announced a $5 million charitable contribution from Mrs. Janice Mitchell Vassar, whose sole desire, in her words, is to “make my hospital the best hospital it can be.”
Given in honor of the memory of her brother, Ashby John Mitchell, Mrs. Vassar’s gift will propel Bayshore Community Hospital’s vision to significantly grow cardiovascular services, as well as enhance access to services for the vision impaired throughout the communities Meridian Health serves. The donation stands as the largest single gift to Bayshore and marks the second $5 million dollar gift to Meridian Health within the last year.
“Mrs. Vassar’s gift supports our vision to continually advance care at Bayshore.”
“There is no more profound way to give back to a community in its entirety than to give to your community hospital,” says David Flood, president of the Meridian Health Affiliated Foundations. “As we continue to grow the breadth and depth of services at Bayshore Community Hospital, Mrs. Vassar’s gift will create a lasting legacy, and is already serving as a catalyst for other community leaders to lend their support.”
“Janice Mitchell Vassar is an extraordinary woman,” says John Lloyd, president and CEO of Meridian Health. “She has honored her family’s legacy of philanthropy and public service through so many kind deeds and good works of her own. Her personal legacy will be strongly tied to the phenomenal changes and bright future at Bayshore Community Hospital.”
At Bayshore, a significant portion of the donation will be used to fund the expansion of cardiovascular services, specifically the construction of two new state-of-the-art heart and vascular labs. As part of the Meridian Cardiovascular Network and through its strong relationship with Jersey Shore University Medical Center, a recognized leader in open heart surgery in New Jersey, cardiovascular services have become a signature service at Bayshore.
There are plans to begin construction on the two new heart and vascular labs in 2013. In 2012, Bayshore’s catheterization lab met stringent requirements to become designated as a full service catheterization lab. Bayshore also applied to New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services and was granted the permission to develop and implement a Primary Angioplasty program, which will begin in the first half of 2013.
“Mrs. Vassar’s gift supports our vision to continually advance care at Bayshore,” says Timothy J. Hogan, FACHE, regional president of Bayshore Community Hospital and Riverview Medical Center, “and marks the beginning of a project that will change the landscape of cardiovascular care in our community.”
“This gift touches so many things that are dear to my heart,” says Janice Mitchell Vassar. “Through my gift to Meridian Health I am able to create an ongoing resource for the vision impaired and, in memory of beloved brother Ashby, I am able to be a part of Bayshore’s exciting future and help my hospital provide the best cardiac services to our community.” For more information about Bayshore Community Hospital please visit www.bayshorehospital.org or call 732.739.5900.
Hazlet Business Owners Association News Hazlet Business Owners Association to Host its 3rd Annual Town Wide Sidewalk Sale The Hazlet Business Owners Association will host the 3rd annual town wide sidewalk sale on March 15, 16 & 17, participating in the Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce Shop Our Shores (S.O.S.) weekend. This SHOP LOCAL movement is to drive business to the Northern Monmouth County local shops and stores that suffered monumental losses from Hurricane Sandy. The sidewalk sale is town wide. In addition to the sidewalk sale, many local shops and stores will offer 20% off for the weekend for those shoppers who mention Shop Our Shore when shopping at participating Shop Our Shores businesses. For a list of participating businesses, please visit the Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce at www.NorthernMonmouthChamber.com. To participate in the sidewalk sale, please visit the Hazlet Business Owners Association at www.hazletboa.org.
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Business Networking Party to Raise Funds for its Scholarship Program On March 24, the Hazlet Business Owners Association is holding its yearly Business Networking Party to raise funds for its scholarship program, which will be held at the Italian American Association Clubhouse, 1374 (rear) State Route 36, Hazlet, 5:00-8:00pm. Tickets are $20, includes dinner & dessert compliments of Perkins, Keyport IHOP, Bethany Wine & Liquors, Airport Bar and Angela’s Pizza and Restaurant; music provided by Listen to the Music DJ. This networking event is open to the public. Tickets are limited and can be purchased by contacting Jo-Ann Dinan at 732.672.2955, or at Bethany Wine & Liquors (732.264.2868), Perkins Family Restaurant (732.739.4600), United Check Cashing (732.888.8400), Forum Tuxedos (732.264.8802) and Scudiery Enterprises (732.739.3232). If interested in being a sponsor, cost is $50 and includes one ticket. The HBOA scholarship program is open to any Hazlet resident High School senior regardless of what high school they attend. For more information on the scholarship program, please visit the HBOA website at www.hazletboa.org.
Moving emergency care forward. Emergency care for the entire family has moved closer to home. At the new Pediatric Care Center at Bayshore you will find kid-approved wheels for patient transport, a cheerful pint-sized environment, and, most important, specialized pediatric emergency medical care. It’s staffed with board-certified physicians and nurses who are specially trained to care for children. You also have access to Meridian Pediatric Network with more than 100 pediatric specialists at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. So for emergencies big and small, take comfort in knowing that better care is right around the corner. Call 1-800-560-9990 or visit www.BayshoreHospital.org/beginning
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Keyport Kiwanis Club Host Annual Fish Fry
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eyport Kiwanis Club held their annual Fish Fry on February 13 at the Town and Country Restaurant in Keyport. “This is our largest fundraiser and is always held on Ash Wednesday,” said President Mike Ellithorpe. Over 600 dinners including takeouts were made and served, noted Treasurer Leo Mania. This event is also a great social evening as friends, family, other Kiwanis Clubs, business owners, and town officials reconnect during the dinner. Key Club members from Keansburg, Keyport, Matawan, and M.A.S.T. high schools were the wait staff during the evening. Special guests included the Mennonites from Christian Aide Ministries who were invited by a Kiwanis member to thank them for their help with restoration following the destruction caused by Superstorm Sandy. Another guest was Kiwanis Lt. Governor of District 5 Anthony Affatati, Sr., who came to show his support. Nicole Ventrone, 17, a student at M.A.S.T.
who is the NJ District Governor for Key Club joined the wait staff for the evening. She oversees 154 Key Clubs made up of 12,150 members. “Key Club is the high school version of Kiwanis,” she said, “and our program is community service/leadership oriented. There is no need for a specific skill just a dedication and passion to help others. I love it and find it fascinating to meet so many people. It unifies students from all cultures and with different backgrounds.” President Ellithorpe explained that while Kiwanis is for adults, there is the Builders Club for grade school; Key Club for high schools; and Circle K for college-aged students. “We help many local charities,” he said. Kiwanis members are dedicated to helping today’s children be tomorrow’s citizens. Keyport Kiwanis Club’s next fundraiser is their Chicken Fry on April 8 at the Town and Country in Keyport. For further information, visit www. keyportkiwanis.org.
TOP: Left to right: Keyport Kiwanis President Mike Ellithorpe, M.A.S.T. Key Club members Jackie Lowenstein and Ashley Hann, Keansburg Key Club members President Martin Slezak, Editor Clara Flores, and Vice President Merina Vaughn take a moment from the Fish Fry held on February 13, 2013. BOTTOM: Left to right: NJ District Governor for Key Club Nicole Ventrone and Kiwanis Lt. Governor of District 5 Anthony Affatati, Sr. attended the Keyport Kiwanis Fish Fry.
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t. Mary the Virgin Episcopal Church was formed in 1863 when six women and one man decided that an Episcopal Church should be established in Keyport. Abraham Lincoln was President of the United States back then and times were tough. The Reverend Theophilus Reily ministered to the small congregation, and as the membership grew, they were able to purchase the old Baptist meeting house on West Front Street. The church and 29 other buildings were destroyed in the fire of 1877. One year later, the cornerstone of the present church building at 10 East Front Street was installed. Eight of the stained glass windows in the church recall such people as Otto Weigand, long time warden; Thomas Rosevear, Warden: Ludicy and Eliza Jane Hunt, two of the original seven founders of the church; Emilia Hoff, and others.
St. Mary’s is a charming old church which has been modernized over the years. The original altar that was along the back wall was replaced by the present free-standing altar; the pipe organ was rebuilt and enlarged; new pews, lecterns and furnishings were purchased during the l960’s. During that time period St. Mary’s sponsored Boy Scout and Cub Scout Troop 64 and a Naval Brigade unit. In 1952 St. Mary’s purchased the VFW hall adjacent to the church. The building currently serves as the Parish Hall. A Thrift Shop opened in 1964 and continues to thrive by offering the community items that are reasonably priced. Another very important ministry is the housing of the Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry in the undercroft of St. Mary’s. Late in 2001 when the Pantry was searching for a new location, The Reverend Martha Blacklock, Vicar of St. Mary’s, and O. John Reed, Director of the Pantry, arranged to have the Pantry move from Calvary United Methodist Church to St. Mary’s on February 1, 2002. In celebration of the 150 years of the church’s existence, St. Mary the Virgin Episcopal Church will hold a commemorative Solemn Evensong Service and short organ recital by their former organist, Marilyn Brace, on Sunday, March 24 beginning at 4:00 p.m. The Rt. Reverend George Councell, Bishop of the Diocese of New Jersey, will attend and deliver the homily. The community is cordially invited to join in the celebration, review the pictorial history on display and attend the reception in the Parish Hall immediately following the service.
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Project PAUL Reopens
After Weathering Epic Storm Project PAUL, the local charitable organization
that has long been a fixture in the Bayshore area, has fully reopened its doors more than three months after damage from Hurricane Sandy forced them closed. The agency, probably best known as a thrift store and food pantry, actually provides a wide variety of services to needy families and individuals living in the Bayshore area of Monmouth County. Keansburg, where Project PAUL is located, was particularly hard hit by the hurricane.
In a typical year, Project PAUL distributes approximately $500,000 in increments ranging from approximately $100 to to clients in need of financial assistance for rent or utility payments. The funding for these services comes largely from government grants. “We provide continued support for the Social Services infra-
structure in Monmouth County by applying for government grants, interviewing clients, assessing needs, and distributing funds if appropriate,” explained Sal Cortale, executive director. In addition, Project PAUL operates the largest food pantry in Monmouth County, serving more than 1600 families weekly, and provides a variety of other services, including an educational support program for single parents attempting to earn a degree, English classes for non-native speakers, funding for prescriptions, and donations of clothes, diapers and household items to those clients who need them. Special programs throughout the year offer families who qualify everything from back to school book bags to holiday gifts. A thrift store and furniture store both provide funding for the agency’s operations, and serve as a meeting place and source of in-
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County among those who require its services, those who support its efforts and those who simply seek a thrift store bargain or good quality used furniture. It has established an infrastructure that allows it to uniquely and efficiently deliver services to its clients with limited paid staff and resources, one which it has built on and refined since its establishment in 1980. The agency’s prominent position in the community, network of volunteers and knowledge of its client base all make it uniquely effective.
expensive goods for local residents. Perhaps the most valuable asset provided by Project PAUL is its integration into the community. It is well known in Monmouth
February 4. The furniture store, also having undergone substantial repairs, opened several days later. Looking forward, the people of Project PAUL are ready to fill the role they have filled for more than 30 years, meeting the needs of Bayshore’s most vulnerable residents, but with the understanding that for months and even years to come, those needs will be even greater.
“Many people have stepped up to help those suffering in the wake of Sandy, and When Sandy sent three feet of water those efforts have helped bring awareness swirling through the first floor of the main building on Carr Avenue, temporarily crip- to issues we have always known about and always dealt with effectively,” said Cortale. pling the agency, the Bayshore lost a crucial resource at a time when its services were “And as time goes by and other crises develop elsewhere, we will be here continuing most acutely needed. Faced with losses our efforts as we have for the past 30 years.” exceeding $250,000 in lost inventory and damage to the building and equipment, but “Thirty years ago Project PAUL led the bolstered by an outpouring of support from way in addressing the needs of the people donors and volunteers, Project PAUL’s staff of Keansburg, and 30 years later, Project started rebuilding. PAUL is leading the way in showing there is life after Sandy,” said Sister Nancy Herron, Even during the closure, the agency was able to provide some limited services – director of client services. Thanksgiving baskets and Christmas gifts “When you sow seeds of hope, you can were delivered on time, and clients were stop the wind,” she added. seen by appointment, even while the doors To find out more about Project PAUL, vismostly remained closed. it the agency’s web site, www.projpaul.org. Finally with the building once again re- Photographs of the damage from Sandy and sembling a thrift store and food pantry in- the rebuilding efforts are featured on the stead of a construction site, with new walls agency’s Facebook page. and floors, new fixtures in the store, and Photos are of Project PAUL’s location in three new refrigerators lined up against Keansburg after Sandy hit. freshly painted walls in the pantry, Project PAUL returned to normal operations on
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Raritan High School Class Of 2015 Holds Fundraiser Story Susan Murphy
Left to right: Class of 2015 Advisor Mrs. Sandra Burgos, Treasurer Lindsay Taylor, President Chris Lind, Secretary Olivia Costagliola, Executive representatives Stefanie Alaimo, Kasey Arnold, and Dana Galassa, and Advisor Mrs. Ada McCrady prior to the start of the January 31, 2013 Gift Bingo Fundraiser.
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aritan High School Class of 2015 held a Gift Bingo Fundraiser on January 31, complete with over 30 raffle gifts donated by local businesses, students, and their families. Dessert, coffee and tea were included in the admission fee. Guests were asked to bring snacks for their table as well as a $20 wrapped gift which was exchanged at each of the tables later in the evening. Class President Chris Lind noted that the event was to help raise funds for the Class of 2015 Junior Prom, Senior Prom, and class trips. “This is our first fundraising event of the year. We hope to have a restaurant fundraiser, where a percentage of the bill is donated to our class. Also, we have been discussing the possibility of a car wash in the spring,� said Lind. Advisors for the Class of 2015, Mrs. Sandra Burgos and Mrs. Ada McCrady noted there were also plans for a class picnic. Class of 2015 officers attending the event were President Chris Lind; Secretary Olivia Costagliola; Treasurer Lindsay Taylor; as well as Executive representatives Stefanie Alaimo, Kasey Arnold, and Dana Galassa.
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Matawan Relay For Life Event Takes Place June7 To 8
Left to right: MRHS Phys.Ed teacher Eric Brown, Superintendent David Healy, Director Special Events Amy Nolan, Parent/Coordinator Eric Friedman, Counselor Kristina Leach, and Assistant Principal Michael Wells participated in the Relay for Life Kick-Off Party at Matawan-Aberdeen Regional High School on February 19, 2013.
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elay for Life of Matawan held their Relay for Life Kick-Off Party on February 19 at Matawan-Aberdeen Regional High School during which Chair Eric Friedman and Assistant Principal Mike Wells, and MRHS staff member Kristina Leach spoke about the upcoming event set for June 7 to 8. The discussion was followed by a short video that highlighted the celebration of survivors, and the Luminaria Ceremony to honor and remember those lost to cancer. The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life is open to all Matawan, Aberdeen, Cliffwood, and Cliffword Beach communities. Relay for Life of Matawan has chosen “The Boardwalk” as their
Group of parents and students ready to sign-up for Relay for Life.
theme complete with beach gear and boardwalk games, which will be set up all along the MRHS football field. Continuous music will play during the event. Over 75 people attended the Kick-off Party and were able to ask questions, sign up as teams, and gather informational sheets about the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life. Upcoming fundraising events, sign-ups by new teams, and an area for online donations, are available on the website and will be updated continually. Visit www.RelayForLife.org/MatawanNJ.
Hazlet Relay For Life Event Takes Place June 1 To 2
Relay for Life of Hazlet Committee takes a break from planning at the February 20, 2013 Team Captains’ Meeting at Raritan High School.
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elay for Life of Hazlet held their first Team Captains Meeting on February 20 at Raritan High School. About 40 people attended including the Girls Soccer Team. About 90 people attended the Kick-Off Party on January 30. Event chair RHS teacher Andrew LaBarbera explained that the Committee that works on the Relay and keeps it running smoothly is an eclectic range of individuals from teachers to parents, caregivers to survivors, businesses to non-profit, noted Mr. LaBarbera. Cliff Moore of The Social Media Wizards spoke with the students about using Facebook and Twitter to spread the word about this event. Share, share, and share again, he emphasized. Mr. LaBarbera offered this explanation of Re-
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Raritan High School Girls Soccer Team attended the meeting and had signed up to participate in Relay for Life of Hazlet.
lay for Life of Hazlet. “Imagine seeing 3000 people walk the track during the Luminaria ceremony, one of the most important pieces of Relay; Imagine having over 1000 registered participants who raise $85,000; Envision the transformation of a high school track into a synergetic and cohesive environment fighting, celebrating and remembering. This is what RFL of Hazlet looks like.” A Car Wash fundraiser will be held on May 11 from which 101.5 will broadcast live. All funds will be donated to the American Cancer Society. For further updates on Relay for Life of Hazlet and upcoming fundraisers, visit www.RelayForLife.org/HazletNJ.
ABERDEEN ECONOMIC BUSINESS COUNCIL NAMES TWO NEW MEMBERS
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he Aberdeen Economic Business Council (EBC) announced the appointment of two local businessmen to the Township advisory board at its February 11 meeting: Tom Roman of Quality 1st Contracting and Steve Marcinkiewicz of PNC Bank, who was also elected by the group to serve as Treasurer. They were appointed to fill positions vacated by Barbara Fischer of Columbia Bank and Michael Ali of Livoti’s. Roman is the principal of Quality First Contracting, a firm that is in the process of relocating from Perth Amboy to the former 84 Lumber site on Route 35. Marcinkiewicz is vice president and manager of the newly-opened PNC branch at Lloyd Road and Route 34.
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“We all look forward to working with Tom and Steven on making our Council even stronger than what it is today,” said Carmine S. Visone, who was reelected chairman of the EBC at the group’s January meeting. Roman and Marcinkiewicz join current EBC Members Jason Bigelow, Advanced Tire and Auto Center; Eugene DeMarco, DeMarco’s Italian Bakery; Luigi Falco, Fun Time America; Arthur Hirsch, Snap Fitness; Maxine Rescorl, Aberdeen Township Zoning Officer; Melanie Straniero, Flowers by Melanie; and Visone of Home Away from Home Academy. In addition to welcoming the two new members, the meeting featured a presentation by Ron DeLuca, executive vice president at retail real estate brokerage R.J. Brunelli & Co. DeLuca discussed the state of retail real estate in Aberdeen and surrounding communities, future development opportunities and steps the EBC and Township can take to help landlords fill vacancies in existing properties. The meeting also included updates by Council members on the EBC’s plans for Aberdeen Day 2013 events outside of the primary venue at the high school, including the Aberdeen’s Got Talent contest. Additionally, the group began the process of establishing a database of all Aberdeen businesses that can be used by the EBC, police and fire departments, and the Township’s government. The Aberdeen Economic Business Council was formed in 2012 to improve relations with the business community, explore opportunities for new commercial or industrial development and help attract new businesses to town. To contact the Business Council, call 732.583.4200, ext. 103 or email bac@aberdeennj.org.
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Keyport Kiwanis Club Announces Annual Chicken Fry Fundraiser
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he Kiwanis Club of Keyport will hold its annual Chicken Fry Fundraiser on Monday, April 8, 2013 at the Town and Country Inn in Keyport. Tickets are $10.00 per person, an all you can eat-in or take-out, the fundraiser will run from 12:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Kiwanis Club of Keyport has been holding this annual fundraiser for over 30 years. The net proceeds go to the club’s charitable endeavors, such as the Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry, The Civic Center for the Keyport Head Start Program, Childrens Specialized Hospital, support for the key clubs in
Keansburg, Keyport, Matawan, Marine Academy of Science and Technology, the Monmouth University Circle K Club and Boy Scout Troop 364. Members of the Kiwanis Club have volunteered their time and donated funds in support of the victims of Hurricane Sandy in the surround municipalities as well. For more information about The Kiwanis Club of Keyport, go to www.keyportkiwanis.org or for more information on the Chicken Fry Fundraiser, go to www.chickenfry@keyportkiwanis.org.
Matawan Borough’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt
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he Matawan Recreation Commission will be hosting Matawan Borough’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23, at 11:00 a.m. This event will be held at the Matawan Municipal Community Center, located at 201 Broad Street, Matawan. Children from ages 1 through 9 will have the opportunity to collect candy filled Easter eggs and take a picture with the Easter Bunny. A contest for the
best decorated Easter bonnet or hat will be held. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place. Children should bring baskets to carry their eggs, and parents should bring a camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny. The Egg Hunt will be held rain or shine. For more information, contact Deirdre Ring, Recreation Director at 732.566.3898 x130.
Free Fun at the 15th Annual Bayonet Farm Earth Day Festival!
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them. Guided tours of the gracious Harding House offer a glimpse into the extraordinary life of its former owner. New this year will be tours of the property, itself, led by the Holmdel Green Team. For sale will be the renowned “Red Barn Deli” homemade sandwiches and other lunch treats, plus the fresh goodies of the “Old Fashioned Bake Shoppe, so come hungry! (All proceeds benefit future festivals.) Bayonet Farm is located at 41 Middletown Road in Holmdel - parking is free. A Greenway Walk will precede the Festival. For more information about this hike and a complete schedule of Festival Events, please be sure to see next month’s April 2013 edition of Community Magazine!
Matawan-Aberdeen Junior Wrestlers
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n February 24, 2013, some of the Matawan-Aberdeen Junior Wrestlers helped a great cause. Manalapan Braves were hosting a tournament to help raise money for Breast Cancer and when the team heard about it, they were excited to do what they love best, raise money for a good cause and wrestle. Most of the wrestlers who participated in this event were first year wrestlers on the team. They have found a new love for a great sport and the Matawan-Aberdeen Junior Wrestlers have become a great family. With the help of other surrounding teams, the tournament raised over $600.00 for the Breast Cancer Foundation.
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he 43nd Monmouth Festival of Arts (MFA) will take place from Saturday evening, April 13, through Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at the Monmouth Reform Temple (MRT) on Hance Avenue in Tinton Falls. MFA is arguably the most popular and professional juried art show in the area supporting artists as well as art education. Over 160 artists from all over the Northeast will display their art in a variety of mediums including jewelry, ceramics, sculptured art, oils, watercolor, pastels, mixed media and fine crafts. Daily ticket prices are $8 for Adults, and discounted $5 for senior citizens and students. A Series Ticket (Sunday- Wednesday) can be purchased for $18. Festival hours are 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on April 15 and April 16 and 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on April 17. The Festival offers docent led tours for groups of any size. Contact Karen Greco at 732.796.9240 to schedule a tour. The Monmouth Festival of the Arts is hosted by Monmouth Reform Temple and is made possible, in part by the Monmouth County Arts Council through funding from the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, through the County Historical Commission, and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.
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he Oyster Point Hotel is well acquainted with the destructive force of Storm Sandy. After an extensive repair and remodeling effort of its own, and rendering help to other storm damaged areas, it is now teaming up with the Navesink Business Group to host “ALL HANDS ON DECK”, a fundraiser to benefit The Boondocks Fishery Red Bank. Boondocks suffered a near total loss in the storm, but the positive and popular owner, Kelly Ryan, is determined to rebuild and restore , and looks forward to welcoming loyal and new patrons. On April 11, 2013, The Navesink Business Group and Red Bank Flavour Restaurants will be offering food tastings throughout the evening. All are welcome to join the effort on April 11, 2013, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at The Oyster Point Hotel located at 146 Bodman Place in Red Bank. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $50 at http://allhandsondecknj.eventbrite. com or $60 at the door. Limited corporate sponsorships are available, please contact Ken Scaggs at 732.670.4587 or by email at ken@thekerragency.com. For more event details, please go to www.theoysterpointhotel.com.
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SJV Hosts 2013 Hall of Fame and Hall of Honor Dinner LEFT: Left to right: Anthony Sabatino ‘00, Joann Sabatino ‘74, Grandma Nan Sabatino, Frank Sababtino ‘98, Jodi Thaler, Paul Beyer ‘00, Mary-Jo Sabatino Beyer ‘01, Jenna Sabatino ‘03 RIGHT: 2013 inductees
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n Saturday, February 2, 2013 Saint John Vianney High School celebrated its annual 2013 Hall of Fame and Hall of Honor Banquet at the Holiday Inn in Hazlet. The banquet is an event that honors SJV’s alumni on their success during their time at SJV as well as after graduation. It also honors the achievements of coaches, staff and friends of SJVHS. The banquet was Emceed by Baltimore Orioles Announcer, Mr. Jim Hunter, SJV class of 1977. The event was catered by Cervino’s Special Occasions, owned by SJVHS parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Neely.
The Saint John Vianney Athletic Hall of Fame, established in 1994, recognizes the achievements of our alumni and coaches who excelled in their chosen events. The Hall was also established to recognize those alumni who have gone on to attain honor or fame during their post high school career. The 2013 Hall of Fame inductees included: Dr. Frank Sabatino ’98, 3rd team All Shore offensive lineman, Academic All-Shore team for football, Member of the 1994 State Cham-
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pionship wrestling team, two-time District 21 Champion (1997, 1998), Region 7 runner-up (1998), Wrestled in the individual State Championships (Atlantic City, 1998), Most career wins in SJV history and Voted outstanding male athlete of the year (1998); Ms. Staci Shalkowski ’06, Named Courier’s Lacrosse Goalie of the Year 2006, 4 Year Varsity Letter Winner for cheerleading, Won 4 State Championships and 4 National Titles, Individual National Champion, Nominated for National Cheerleading Association High School Staff, Top All-American cheerleader( 2003-2006) and Top jumper (20032006); The 1980 State Championship Football Team, went 10-0 for the 1980 season and are the only football State Champions in SJV’s history. The Saint John Vianney Hall of Honor was established to recognize the achievements of our Alumni and staff who have excelled in their professional and Christian Service accomplishments during and after their time at SJV. The 2013 Hall of Honor inductees included: Mr. James Lenahan ’74 and owner of Triple
Crown Custom Clothier in Red Bank and Mr. Stephen Kiselick, SJV Advisory Board Member and Project Manager at Cranmer Engineering in Shrewsbury. The Wall of Excellence recognizes the best of the best at SJV. In order to be inducted into the Wall of Excellence you must already be a member of the Hall of Fame or Hall of Honor. The Wall of Excellence Award was given to Mrs. Sarah Sartiano, retired Library Media Assistant. Sarah is also in the SJV Hall of Honor. This year’s Donor Recognition Award was given to Monsignor Edward D. Strano. The Monsignor Strano Fund was established in 2011 as a living trust fund and will eventually provide financial assistance to Catholic families from St. Clement’s in Matawan, St. Benedict’s in Holmdel and St. Ann’s in Keansburg. Over $500,000 was endowed to SJVHS. The event was a huge success with over 100 people attending, more than half of those being alumni.
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en mother of Holmdel Bear Scouts Troop#331 Den 8 Mrs. Karen Salerno and eight members of the den welcomed Community Magazine on February 19 during their regular meeting. The visit was to learn about the process of writing and all of the details of a magazine.
Carolyn Burtnick, Editor-in-Chief of Community Magazine, with the Holmdel Bear Scouts Troop#331 Den on February 19, 2013.
Editor-in-Chief Carolyn Burtnick and writer Susan Murphy spoke to the scouts about the importance of gathering facts and then how to compile them into a story; how the staff works as a team to produce the magazine, with each person handling their area of expertise; and especially, how the “newsroom” today is no longer just a single room with typewriters and reporters waiting by the phone for leads – it can be anywhere. The scouts received a copy of the February 2013 issue of the magazine and some of them recognized friends, and in one case a scout saw their Dad in the pictures and read his name in the text. The visit and discussion was a requirement for the scouts to receive their Bear Badges. The boys enjoyed the talk and wanted to send a big “Thank you” to the staff at Community Magazine for sharing their knowledge and time.
“It’s all about self-empowerment, not entitlement.” That is the reason why the Monmouth County Referral Group (MCRG) Founding Board Member Ken Scaggs said his group chose to hold a second annual fundraiser, “A Night of Hope to Feed the Soul” to benefit the JBJ (Jon Bon Jovi) Soul Kitchen at Pazzo Restaurant in Red Bank on January 17, 2013. MCRG is a business networking group dedicated to area self-started small businesses helping one another grow and thrive, “especially in an economy like the one we’ve been experiencing,” Scaggs said. “Everyone here has worked or started their business and got where they are by hard work and dedication. The Soul Kitchen works on the same sort of premise. It’s a great source of empowerment.” Local rocker Bon Jovi’s Red Bank restaurant has no prices and thrives only on in-kind service donations in exchange for meals. The crowd of over 155, each paying $125, enjoyed a three-course meal, entertainment, a silent auction and more to benefit the cause. Last year, MCRG raised $6,000 for the Soul Kitchen. This year, event organizer and board member and owner/operator of Social Butterfly Event Planning, Debbie Noce, said they expected to double that amount.
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Monmouth County Referral Group handed over a check for $15,000.00 to JBJ Soul Kitchen in Red Bank on February 15, 2013.
Entertainment was provided by Scott Elk, PJ Windle of Essential Sounds Entertainment, and Charlotte Sometimes from The Voice’s second season. MTC Photography was on hand on the Red Carpet, along with Cosmic Broadcasting doing the live broadcast of the benefit. The flowers were provided by Flowers by Melanie. The evening turned out to be a very successful event and Ms. Noce was thrilled by the turnout and support from the community. Monmouth County Referral Group raised $15,000.00 for JBJ Soul Kitchen and presented the check to JBJ Soul Kitchen on February 15, 2013.
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The Keyport Fire Department 8th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade The Keyport Fire Department 8th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held on Saturday March 23, 2013 at 1:00 p.m The parade will have the same route as last year. Beginning at St. Joseph’s Church on Maple Place, the parade will move over West Fourth Street and continue on Maple Place to Broad Street where it will then head down to West Front Street, ending at Fireman’s Park. We are proud to announce this year’s Grand Marshal is Harry Aumack, Sr. Our Deputy Grand Marshal is Chris Petrizzo. Participating in our parade will be the following organizations/clubs: Keyport Fire Department, Keyport First Aid Squad and Cadets, Keyport OEM and CERT, Union Beach Fire Department, Keyport Indians, Democratic Club, Keyport Recreation, Explorers, Republican Party, Kiwanis Club, The Elks, Knights of Columbus, The Masons, Keyport Historical Society, Keyport Kids, Keyport Central School Band and the Girl Scouts. Eight of the clubs/organizations will feature floats or vehicles. There will be 5 Pipe Bands marching. A few of the bands will return to McDonagh’s Pub, on West Front Street, for your listening pleasure. So join us in Keyport on Saturday, March 23 and show your Irish Pride. Don’t forget to wear your green! Remember, everyone is Irish at the Keyport St. Patrick’s Parade.
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for the Month of February liff Moore and Mitzy Moore, owners of IHOP in Keyport, partnered with Breast Intentions during the month of February and donated 10% of Thursday sales from the Keyport IHOP.
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“Breast Intentions helps women in financial crisis while they are battling breast cancer. We are run by volunteers and are funded by donations. Without the generosity of people like Cliff and Mitzy Moore, we would not be able to do what we do. Cliff and Mitzy are legendary for their generosity, we are grateful that they have joined us in our mission by donating to Breast Intentions for the month of February. They are helping us make a difference to women in need!” remarked Erika Rech, founder of Breast Intentions. “We were happy to help raise the awareness of breast cancer and we appreciate all of our customers who came out and supported Breast Intentions by dining with us on Thursdays,” says Mitzy Moore. The goal of Breast Intentions is to provide crisis intervention for women who are facing financial hardship as they battle breast cancer. Additionally, through their Pink Pact Initiative, it is the goal of Breast Intentions to educate young women about breast health and the need for regular breast self-examinations. For more information about Breast Intentions, please email info@breastintentions.org or visit them at www.breastintentions.org.
Left to right: Carol Rech (Breast Intentions), Erika Rech (Breast Intentions), Mitzy and Cliff Moore at the IHOP in Keyport.
Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce 106 Route 36 Call-Ahead-Seating 732-264-2390 FREE Wi-Fi The Keyport IHOP Neighborhood App will connect you to the community with local restaurant info, upcoming event schedules, transportation information, local business listings and of course IHOP discounts, offers, and loyalty program. The App will have information and locations for the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Shop Our Shoreâ&#x20AC;? campaign on March 15-17.
www.NorthernMonmouthChamber.com The Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce was established in 1959, originally as the Middletown Area Chamber of Commerce, to help local business owners network and promote their businesses in the Middletown Township area. The Chamber evolved into the Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce, and now serves 10 towns within our region of Monmouth County including Aberdeen, Atlantic Highlands, Hazlet, Highlands, Holmdel, Keyport, Keansburg, Matawan, Middletown, Union Beach. Our Chamber has members throughout Monomuth County and invites buisnesses to join us from outsie the Bayshore Communities. The goal of the Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce is to help its members fulfill their potential. Our aim is three-fold: - Locally, we promote the Northern Monmouth County marketing region, we represent local businesses to the community and we interact with local, county, state and federal government to serve the interests of the local business community. - In the Business realm, we provide our members with networking and promotional opportunities. We strive to keep our members informed of any new business developments and technologies. - To help our member organizations grow and prosper we offer a variety of educational programs and foster professional interaction and development through social and mentoring events. To learn more about our chamber; join us for FREE on any Friday morning at our weekly Perkolator Networking event held at the Keyport IHOP from 8-9:15 AM or email Director@NorthernMonmouthChamber.com We ask you support our chamber members. A directory can be found on our website.
Monmouth Museum to Host
Attention Keyport Golden Anniversary “Teddy Bear Tea” Residents!
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ou and your Teddy Bear are most cordially invited to The Monmouth Museum’s Golden Anniversary “Teddy Bear Tea” on Sunday, April 14, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Navesink Country Club. Boys and girls, three to eight years of age, along with their furry companions and their grandparents and/or parents, are cordially invited to enjoy a splendid afternoon tea party, complete with tea etiquette taught by “Miss Golden Rules”, and energetic and fun sing-along with Maureen McCrink as “Goldilocks” and a joyous Teddy Bear Tea Parade led by our very own Teddy Bear! We will also have a lovely formal teatime with dainty tea sandwiches and sweets, at which everyone will practice “polite conversation”! A fabulous raffle of ten enticing baskets filled with children’s toys games and more will follow. Every child will receive a party favor and all will have an outstanding time! For reservations, please contact Mary Suszkowski at Monmouth Museum at 732.7472266 ext. 5 or visit www.monmouthmuseum.org. This event is hosted by The Friends of the Monmouth Museum and proceeds to benefit educational programs at The Monmouth Museum.
Comedy Night
Hosted by Temple Shalom Temple Shalom in Aberdeen, will host a Comedy Night with an authentic comedy club feel on Saturday, March 16 from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. The entertainment includes three comics who headline at comedy clubs and have television credits such as appearances on Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Late Show with David Letterman and Late Night with Conan O’Brien. Tickets are $40 per person at the door; tickets ordered in advance are $36 each. Save and sponsor a table of ten for $325 and get the best seats in the house. Admission includes the show, hors d’oeuvres and desserts. Don’t worry about babysitters. A pajama party for children five years and older will be held at the Temple. The cost per child is $5 for pizza and movies. Contact Temple Shalom at 732.566.2621 or shalom@templeshalomnj.org for reservations. For more information, contact Ellen LaFargue at lafargue@ comcast.net.
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The Keyport Historical Society is excited to share with you that their Candlelight House Tour 2013 will be on Saturday, December 14, 2013. If you would like to put your house on the tour please contact them by email at KeyportHistoricalSociety@gmail.com. Tickets will be on sale in the late fall. Please feel free to share this information with your friends! As you may be aware, Hurricane Sandy destroyed the Steamboat Dock Museum. Now more than ever they need your support as they pick up the pieces and continue to perserve Keyport’s rich history.
CareOne at King James is pleased to announce our specialized Cardiac Program. Our Cardiac and Congestive Heart Failure Program is designed to meet the post-hospitalization cardiac needs of patients who are coping with heart disease. Amenities and Services include: • Specially designed clinical protocols for congestive heart failure • Thorough assessment by the clinical care team including a nutritional assessment and monitoring • 2-gram sodium diet • Weight and edema monitoring • Cardiac-specific exercise program, incorporated into our therapy & recreational activities • Daily activities and events for the mind, body, and spirit • Weekly physician evaluations • Multidisciplinary team approach in conjunction with our unique Next Step Home Program Call our Admissions Department at 732.291.3400 today for more information.
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20% OFF weekend sale in Northern Monmouth County, NJ, March 15th, 16th & 17th. The Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce brings you the biggest shop local movement EVER! Help restore the shore and SHOP LOCAL on St. Patrick’s Day Weekend! This SHOP LOCAL movement is to help Northern Monmouth County businesses recover from SuperStorm Sandy. There will be a Blood Drive by Immediate Care of Hazlet located at 1376 Route 36 (Airport Plaza Shopping Center) Airport Plaza will be holding a sidewalk sale. Downtown Keyport welcomes shoppers and browsers. Participating businesses are added daily and can be found at: www.NorthernMonmouthChamber.com www.ShopMonmouthCounty.com The Keyport IHOP Community App Shoppers need to mention “Shop Our Shore” at participating businesses on March 15th,16th, & 17th to receive offers or discount. Offers may vary. Thank you to the sponsors of this event: The Hazlet Business Owners Association, The Keyport Bayfront Business Cooperative, Airport Plaza, Red Bank Limo, United Check Cashing, Keyport IHOP, ShopMonmouthCounty.com, Two River Bank, Les Wulach Commercial Realty, and Bella Vista Country Club. FREE advertising for participating businesses! FREE to join! Businesses do not need to be a member of the Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce to participate. Register you business online at www.ShopMonmouthCounty.com or email: director@NorthernMonmouthChamber.com https://www.facebook.com/ShopOurShore
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