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A 21st Century Vision for the Ranney Scholar-Athlete By KAITLIN SEVERINI Correspondent TINTON FALLS BOROUGH — On November 15, students, parents, teachers and alumni of Ranney School in Tinton Falls celebrated the launch of a new vision for the school’s athletic department: “The Game Changer: A 21st Century Vision for the Ranney Scholar-Athlete.” For more than 50 years, Ranney students have developed their “intellectual, personal, creative, and moral” qualities, and with this new vision, athletics will become a key component of the school’s mission and the “scholar-athlete” will be an integral part of the Ranney tradition of excellence. “Ranney is known for a tradition of academic excellence. Our goal now is to make athletics an equal part of our mission,” Tom Moriau, Athletic Director at Ranney school, said. “We have high expectations for all our students in the classroom, and we hold them to the same high expectations on the athletic fields.” It’s clear, with Ranney’s recent acceptance into the Shore Conference, that this vision has already had some success, even before its official launch, and Moriau believes that achieving a balance of academics and athletics will bring nothing but positivity to the lives of Ranney students. It has been shown, in fact, that students involved in athletics perform better in the classroom. “Athletics also teaches so many life skills,” Moriau said. “Dedication, responsibility, character. Our coaches teach these important things.” Patricia Marshall, Associate Head for Academic Administration and Head of the Lower School, as well as a member of Ranney’s athletic vision team, is, like Moriau, dedicated to helping students strive for academic excellence while also encouraging them to succeed at an athletic level. “On the team, we advocate for several things,” Marshall said. “We make sure that the [athletic] goals coincide with the mission of the school and the vision we have in place on the academic side. We make sure that coaches, PE staff and teachers have the same levels of professionalism and opportunity for development. And our work voices the needs of the lower school students in the development of athleticism for young children.” Encouraging students to begin participating in sports at a young age, as Marshall indicated, and developing the “Little Panther Scholar-Athlete” is first on the program’s list of goals. “What makes us very special is that

we’re making a commitment to dedicating ourselves to developing our children at the youngest grade levels,” Marshall said. “We want to encourage a healthy respect for academic life and school life, and help students develop a culture of activity, wellness, healthy play and team spirit throughout their Ranney career. If we bring out the potentials and capacities of our students athletically, we open up the right opportunities for them scholastically.” Moriau and Marshall know that achieving the program’s goals will be challenging. More than 75 percent of the student body participates in athletics over all three sports seasons (fall, winter and spring), and academics and athletics, not to mention other extracurricular activities, all have to fit into a school day, but opens opportunities for a rich extracurricular program after school and into the summer. Both faculty members are confident that the Ranney students, teachers, parents and coaches can strike a balance.

“I think that’s the unique aspect of Ranney,” Moriau said. “We all do work together. Our teachers coach, they’re also advisors. There’s a lot of communication happening. If a student is struggling, he might have to miss practice. We teach the kids study skills and how to balance proper use of their time. Time management is very big. The whole school pitches in together to support the scholar-athlete.” “Our school’s mission focuses on educating the whole child,” Marshall added. “We have successful scholars and athletes because we allow children to balance all their interests and pursuits.” For more information about Ranney’s School athletics and its new “The Game Changer: A 21st Century Vision for the Scholar-Athlete.”Athletic Program on Path to Success,” please visit www.ranneyschool.org or e-mail panthers@ranneyschool.org.

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By LISA A. MINIERI Correspondent HAZLET TOWNSHIP — John McCarthy, owner of United Check Cashing in Hazlet, has done a significant amount of work collecting and organizing boxes to be shipped to Marines serving overseas. Starting this collection in November, McCarthy was able to collect donations from a variety of institutions. The Veterans of Foreign Wars in Hazlet covered the shipping costs while Blanket Worx of Morganville donated 100 blankets, and Tom Kelly, owner of Complete Tire & Auto Repair in Hazlet, donated money to the collection.

The idea of giving back to the men and women who serve our country began when one of McCarthy’s customers had a son serving a third tour of duty in Afghanistan. McCarthy and his wife found out what was needed for their platoon and then started the collection process. Additional items received include socks, Q-Tips, canned soups and packaged snacks. All items were stored and boxed at United Check Cashing. With the help of two students that needed some community service hours, McCarthy and his wife packed and shipped all 80 boxes to Afghanistan in the beginning of December.

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By LISA A. MINIERI Correspondent ABERDEEN TOWNSHIP — Jennifer Reingle, daughter of Aberdeen residents Bob and Pat Reingle, recently received her doctorate in epidemiology from the University of Florida. Established in 2007, the UF PhD in epidemiology is a joint program offered by the College of Public Health and Health Professions and the College of Medicine. Reingle is the first graduate of this degree from the university. Taking approximately three years to complete, Reingle focused her research on the aspects of social epidemiology. Having her master’s in criminology, she tried to blend her criminology education with her methodologist mentor and her research team’s interest in prevention science. During her master’s degree studies, her research included drug and alcohol abuse. “I am becoming more interested in drug abuse, specifically co-existent and poly-substance use, and the disparities that exist in dangerous drug combinations,” Reingle said.

Pat Reingle stated that her daughter was always a good student. “At Matawan High School, she was involved in athletics, activities, volunteered for the local first aid department, and was a member of the National Honors Society,” Pat Reingle said. Pat Reingle also said Reingle currently volunteers in her Florida community as well. Reingle is currently a post doctoral research associate. She works on her own studies and has authored or co-authored thirteen manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals. Before her accomplishments in receiving her masters and doctorate, Reingle was also able to complete two Bachelor’s degrees from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in Criminal Justice and Sociology in just three years. She has also received institutional and national recognition for her work, including the 2011 National Hispanic Science Network’s Excellence in Research by a Student Award. Reingle’s future goals include becoming a professor at the University of Florida at Gainesville.

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RED BANK BOROUGH — Shaping Red Bank, a coalition working to prevent obesity and improve health and wellbeing, introduced a bilingual consumer health program today at El Guero Grocery, a bodega on the Westside of Red Bank. Twenty third-grade students from Red Bank Charter School were the first to get a lesson on the coalition’s “Healthy Pick” program, which includes a visual system to assist consumers in selecting foods and beverages that are lower in salt, sugar and fat, and to encourage lean meat and poultry, whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables. “Through the Healthy Pick program, the Shaping Red Bank Coalition aims to make the healthy choice the easy choice for Red Bank families,” Sandra Van Sant, health officer for the Monmouth County Regional Health Commission, a leader in organizing the coalition, said. Yellow “Healthy Pick” stickers in Spanish and English readily identify the healthier options on the store shelves at El Guero and shoppers are also receiving bilingual healthy tip cards when they check out as part of the education program. The program piloted by El Guero is one of three healthy living initiatives devel-

oped by Shaping Red Bank and funded with a $7,500 grant from the New Jersey Partnership for Healthy Kids. In addition to Healthy Pick, the coalition is working with faith-based communities to improve their members’ knowledge of good nutrition and with the borough’s Parks and Recreation Department to improve and promote walking in Red Bank. The Coalition got its start over a year ago when the health commission, The Community YMCA, the Parker Family Health Center and the Red Bank Department of Parks and Recreation began working on the obesity prevention grant. Since then, several more local organizations have joined the local effort to prevent obesity and encourage healthier lifestyles among borough families. “By working together, community organizations can better address the growing dual health crises of diabetes and obesity,” Van Sant said, noting that New Jersey has the highest rate of obesity in the country among children 2-5 years old. The Shaping Red Bank Coalition is part of Shaping New Jersey, a statewide obesity prevention partnership of over 150 organizations dedicated to curbing obesity in New Jersey.

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hat hits you when you first enter Basil T’s Brewery and Italian Grill, are the wonderful smells, the warm ambience, and the friendliness of the staff. Opened in 1988, by Victor Rallo, Sr. and his sons Victor, Jr. and Bobby, it is a testament to the Italian love of food and what accompanies it – and to the owners. What’s the key to their success? “The key is that no other [microbrewery] has food like we do.” Victor Rallo, Jr. describes it as “The fresh is fresh and the homemade is home made.” From the pasta and sauces that are made on the premises using local and sustainable ingredients to their handcrafted beers also created on the premises, the Rallos create truly unique gustatory experience. As an established Red Bank restaurant in the mid 1990’s, the Rallos wanted to distinguish their eatery from the others in the area. When the New Jersey liquor license laws were changed, they added the brewery and hired a Red Bank resident as their first brew master. They are now one of only 10 brewpubs in New Jersey. Their beer, including their award winning stout (Gold Medal Winner, 2006 at the Great American Beer Festival, “Classic Dry Irish Stout”, as well as Gold in 2002 and Bronze Medal in 2003 for their “Coffee Flavored Beer”) is the only beer they sell.

Largest Mug Club are the primary focus of Victor Rallo and his staff. The latter is comprised of some 1,000 members who join and receive a special mug for enjoying their beer. If beer is not to your taste, there are a wide variety of Italian wines being served here. “At Basil T’s … I believe in the same philosophy, that everyone should enjoy a glass of wine as they dine and enjoy their company and surroundings.” Rallo states in the introduction to the wine list. Anyone who is looking for truly authentic Italian food, a diverse selection of fine Italian wines or handcrafted beers is the perfect diner for Basil T’s. Just ask Marie B., who has been a server there for the last 5 years. Marie says “I’ve worked a lot of places and this is the best, where fresh is fresh and homemade is homemade.” She understands the importance of her employer’s mantra and helps to make her customer’s experience at Basil T’s a memorable one.

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Hazlet business owner honored by Seton Hall

By KATLIN SEVERINI Correspondent

SOUTH ORANGE BOROUGH — On September 21, the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies at Seton Hall University (SHU) honored one of its Stillman School of Business alumni, and a co-owner of this very publication, at its sixth annual Hall of Fame dinner. At the event, faculty, current and former students, and family saluted Victor Scudiery, one of just two of this year’s inductees. Scudiery is an entrepreneur, businessman, philanthropist and politician, and, as I discovered during our interview, a personable and humble man. “He is a great guy,” Susan Scherreik, Director for the Center of Entrepreneurial Studies, said. The dinner, held annually for the last six years, honors two inductees and also serves as fundraiser for raising scholarship money for two Stillman students, one undergraduate and one graduate. “One of our goals at these dinners is to empower our [entrepreneurial studies] students to feel that they can be a great entrepreneur, like Scudiery, someday,” Scherreik said. “And it’s a really great celebration of the two entrepreneurs and their achievements.” Those chosen to be inducted into the Hall of Fall must meet several criteria. They must be alumni of SHU, and they must be successful entrepreneurs. Most potential inductees are recommended by past honorees, board members within the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies or other members of the SHU community. After the recommendation, each candidate goes through an interview process. “Even to be considered, you’re an incredibly successful person,” Scherreik said. “This is a prestigious group. Students look at someone like Scudiery and think that he once sat in the same place they did. [The inductees] are great role models and inspiration for our students.” A few months after the event, I had the pleasure of speaking with Scudiery about being honored at his college and about his long and accomplished career. How did you find out that you were going to be inducted into the SHU hall of fame? I got a call from Tom Basilo, who teaches at Stillman [School of Business], and he said he wanted to interview me for the induction. First of all, I thought it was a joke. I couldn’t fathom it. Even as I sat there for the interview, I still thought it was a joke. But it didn’t work out that way, and I received a letter that I was going to be honored on September 21.

How did it feel to be honored by your alma mater? It was a complete thrill for me. It’s still hard for me to believe that they chose me to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. It was a great night, a great evening, a great honor. When did you know that you wanted to be a businessman and entrepreneur? What drives you to succeed? When I was in high school. I would go to Canal Street. My father had a store, and I started to use his storefront to sell toys. I knew then that it was my direction in life. I also sold jewelry in New York and at [SHU]. It helped me to pay for my college education. Selling the jewelry gave me an education in business and it helped me survive. That was one of the stories I told when I got up to speak [at the dinner]. What drives you to succeed? I’ve driven to make sure something works and it’s successful. So far, I’ve had very few failures. Some things didn’t work out, but they’ve given me the experience not to make the same mistake twice. You were born in Newark. How did you happen upon Monmouth County, and why did you choose to settle down there? When I got out of the [army], my brother had an electronics store in Springfield. It was there I got my education in electronics. It’s a difficult business. After that, I decided to go on my own and opened an electronics store in Monmouth County. Your company, Interstate Electronics, Inc. has been in business since 1968. What has been the key to making sure it runs successfully? The key to it is going out and shop for the best prices. Eighty-five percent of our business is wholesale. We’ve been very successful because our prices are right and we have the merchandise in stock. I’ve seen so many places go out of business when they start expanding. You start to lose control of the growth. You need good people to run the stores, and I have a good partner to do that. You also have a deep involvement in philanthropy, politics, your community and of course, this publication. How do you balance everything? It’s a challenge, but I put in the hours. [Creating] the Bayshore Senior Health, Education and Recreation Center has been one of my biggest challenges. I’m also on the Democratic Committee in Monmouth County. I oversee 53 municipalities. There are so many different projects out there, and so many people need help today. So many people out of work. I do these things in my spare time; I make them work. You’re a co-owner of Community Publications, which publishes The

Victor Scudiery (right) was inducted into Seton Hall’s Center for Entrepreneurial Studies Hall of Fame earlier this year.—Photo courtesy Seton Hall University

Community Messenger and The Community Magazine. What interested you about starting a community publication? I used to have a newspaper many years ago called the Jersey Agenda. That’s how I originally got involved in the newspaper business. Vin [Gopal] wanted to have his own paper, and he approached me. We became partners. I prefer a more community-minded publication. Newspapers are hard, but I still think people like to hold that paper in their hand to read it. You’re a member of the Matawan Italian American Association, which honored you four years ago. Why is it important to you to be involved in an organization that celebrates your heritage and ethnicity? I’m an Italian American and I grew up in an Italian household, where there was warmth, dinners every Sunday with your family. . . . I think we’re losing that warmth. That’s why I’m in that organization. You get certain values from belonging to it. No one should give up their background. They should cherish it. The association gives out scholarships, and we have gettogethers on Monday nights. What are your hobbies? What do you enjoy doing most? My hobbies include being involved in record producing. I produced a video called Dancercize in the 1970s. It started out as a hobby and became very successful. Being in the restaurant business is another hobby. I own Gaiters in Sea Bright. What advice do you have for future

businessmen and women and entrepreneurs in school now? Especially now, when the students get out [of school], they should pursue some position and use it as a stepping stone, even if they don’t like it. Every stepping stone is an education. No matter where you go, you’re learning something. If you don’t like the position that you’re in, you can spread out. You can move up. When I first moved to Monmouth County, I was so broke I had to borrow money to pay rent. But deep down inside, I knew I was going to make it. When you have a certain drive and a dedication... It has not been easy but it has been successful. The whole thing is not to give up. Do you have any final words about SHU and the Hall of Fame dinner? All I know is that it was one of the greatest honors that I’ve ever been given in my life. It was really a thrill. I realized that somewhere, deep down, I knew that I deserved it. I was in awe all night. It was magnificent. And I thank all of them for it. Scudiery was co-chairman of the Boy Scouts of Monmouth County, chairman of the Hazlet Economic Development Group, co-chairman of the Bayshore Economic Development Program, technical advisor at Kean College and associate director of the United Jersey Bank. He also served on the Brookdale College Learning Center Advisory Board. Scudiery has one daughter, Viki, a model who is in her last year of study in alternative medicine, who he loves dearly.

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Pinnacle Wellness and Pain Relief Center’s

Dr. Richard Marzo

MATAWAN BOROUGH — Total body wellness is achievable for most through proper care and maintenance both structurally and biochemically. And that is where Dr. Richard Marzo comes in. For 20 years, Marzo has been a chiropractor in the Bayshore area. His practice in Matawan, Pinnacle Wellness and Pain Relief Center, offers comprehensive care that spans far beyond back pain. “We offer more than just traditional chiropractic,” Marzo said. First and foremost, Pinnacle Wellness and Pain Relief treats everyone as an individual and wants patients to feel comfortable and welcome. Marzo keeps an open line of communication with every patient because he believes that their input and feedback is critical to a successful outcome. The facility offers chiropractic adjustments/manipulation, therapeutic exercises, custom foot orthotics, nutritional therapy, and physical therapy modalities such as electrical muscle stimulation and ultrasound. Marzo evaluates a patient’s history including stress and physical activity levels, occupation, MRIs, x-rays, laboratory tests and diet so that the proper diagnosis can be made and so that the patient can be treated as a whole person and not an isolated problem. While taking each patient’s concerns into consideration, Marzo knows that no two bodies are alike, and what works for one patient may not suffice for another. “For instance, I will frequently see patients whose problem is caused by acute injury or long-term improper mechanical stress from a career or sport but is perpetuated by nutritional deficiencies and or food allergies that impede healing by creating an underlying chronic inflammatory process,” Marzo said. “Without a thorough history and specific individualized testing, this could be easily overlooked and treatment repeatedly fails.” He added that another great example is the athlete with chronic knee injury or the child with a developing scoliosis. Frequently the problems are initiated by poor foot and ankle mechanics that cause a chain reaction of poor alignment and function elsewhere. It makes sense because it is your foundation, but

if it is not examined or considered then the root of the problem is overlooked. One treatment modality that Marzo is extremely proud to offer is the ProAdjuster. It is a computer-based instrument designed to pinpoint specific problem areas in the spine and other joints and is then used to provide joint manipulation for better mobility and proper alignment. Appealing to many people is the fact that it does all this without the traditional twisting, thrusting and “cracking” of traditional chiropractic. It’s still not widely used locally, but its popularity is rapidly expanding. Marzo is proud to be one of the few doctors who has invested in the equipment and training. Marzo earned his Bachelor’s from Rutgers University, then went on to Southern California University of Health Sciences, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with his doctorate. He is certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and is board licensed in New Jersey and New York. Marzo continues to educate himself in nutrition and chiropractic well beyond the required hours needed to keep his licenses. Marzo is confident that his practice can aid in helping people gain optimal health, wellness and performance. By keeping in mind that the human body we rely on is an amazing and dynamic structure where all systems are intertwined, it becomes evident that it must be thoughtfully preserved and cared for. Marzo can be reached at Pinnacle Wellness and Pain Relief Center at 732-566-8700, or visit Marzo’s website at www.drmarzo.com where you can request free information.

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UR CHARITY By KRISTIN KERRIGAN Correspondent

HOMELESS TO INDEPENDENCE UNION BEACH BOROUGH— Ann Martin-Frey, 51, the founder and executive director of Homeless to Independence Inc., is living proof that negatives can definitely be transformed into positives. She was raised in a foster home and had a childhood littered with harmful behavior. In 1999, Martin-Frey found herself homeless, living in Friendship Park in Sacramento, California. Friendship Park is affiliated with Loaves and Fishes, an organization that strives to feed and clothe the hungry and homeless. On-site doctors and veterinarians provide care for those that cannot afford it, as well as their pets. One day, Martin-Frey was doing a load of laundry and she said God spoke to her saying, “Help the people,” so she did. She started going to libraries day after day and printing out lists of available lowincome housing. She would utilize the free phone service at local career centers and employment offices to find out about job opportunities. Then she would return to her peers and share the newly discovered information. Thanks to Martin-Frey’s research, many of the residents of Friendship Park found employment and housing. Thus, Martin-Frey decided to continue her work and make helping the homeless her life’s mission. Friends and others believed in MartinFrey’s cause and were willing to help her get a non-profit organization up and running. Her liability insurance, website and paper for her event flyers were all donated. Martin-Frey founded Homeless to Independence Inc. (HTI) in 1999 with her fiancé, John. They assist the homeless, as well as veterans and their families and those affected by natural disasters from earthquakes and hurricanes to fires and flooding. When asked what her goal is,

Martin-Frey said that she wants to “lend a hand and be there for people.” HTI assists the less fortunate in attaining necessities such as employment, cleaning supplies, cars, furniture, permanent housing and medical and dental care. There are currently 18 members volunteering in this organization, but many pitch in all over the United States. Volunteers translate the organization’s website into Spanish, French and German. They send Martin-Frey coupons so she can buy groceries to donate for close to nothing. She has a nationwide network of close to 20,000 including career centers, workforce investment boards and ministries. Martin-Frey is quite the busy woman! Every day she is up between 5 and 6 a.m., receiving a fax from an employment network in Wisconsin that lists job openings all over the country from the previous day, as well as obtainable housing. There are plenty of donations being picked up and dropped off throughout the state every day and always an event in the works. Martin-Frey was at Barnes and Noble in Holmdel on Christmas Eve from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. wrapping gifts and gladly accepting donations. She is currently holding the 5th Annual New Jersey Statewide Winter Outerwear Drive, collecting and distributing coats, sweaters, gloves, hats, etc. to various facilities in New Jersey. Ann Martin-Frey is truly an inspiration and would love to see her organization expand and have offices all over the United States. Her goal is to obtain more property and be able to open up her own home to those in need of shelter. For volunteering information or to learn more about Martin-Frey and her journey, visit www.homelesstoindependence.org.

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Send In Your Pet Photos Submit your pet photos to be featured in our monthly Pet Corner section. Send all photos to pets@mycommunitypublications.com.

Where’s Moose?

Adorable Adoptables GUNNER is so sweet you just have to hug him. He gives kisses and affection to all. He loves to play. Gunner is VERY smart – he knows “sit,” “stay,” “come,” “paw,” and “other paw.” Gunner likes playing with other dogs and he enjoys the company of kids. Gunner is a 1-year-old sweetheart. He can entertain himself with balls and toys but what he'd really love is a home for the holidays!!

MAX is a 2-year-old boy who loves to be petted and kissed. Max will sit on your lap as long as you will let him. Max is comfortable around dogs. If you are looking for a lap cat, Max is your guy!!

Moose Moore has gotten free and is roaming around the Bayshore area. Do you recognize where Moose is? Help us find Moose by emailing his location to pets@mycommunitypublications.com. Please put “Where’s Moose?” in the subject line.

Everyone who responds will receive a “Where’s Moose Moore?” Tshirt, courtesy of Community Publications and Market ME Printing in Hazlet. One random correct response will also receive a special prize. This month, the prize is a gift certificate for MarketMe. Clues can be found on the Facebook page of Community Publications. You can also find hints on Moose Moore’s Facebook page, where he has over 1,400 friends, as well as on Twitter at @ILoveMooseMoore, which has over 5,800 followers.

Last month:

The grand prize winner, Christina Timmons, knew that Moose was at Sterling Gardens in Matawan.

GULLY is an adorable 6-year-old boy. Gully loves to party, play and explore! He spends his time at the MCSPCA in a gazebo with other cats.

STUART is a young and lovable kitty. He loves to play with his volunteer and staff friends and is always in the mood to sit and look out the window. Stuart would love a home of his own for the holidays! He is an awesome boy that is sure to make a family very happy.

If you are interested in adopting any of our adorable animals, please call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center at 732-542-5962. Adopters can also choose to email our new, direct adoption email at adoptions@monmouthcountyspca.org.

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Join us for great food and good conversation! RSVPs are required, seating is limited. Call Linda or Elaine at 732-957-0083 to reserve your spot!

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LifeWork Program brings students with challenges to the work world MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP — If you are a visitor to the Regal Pointe facility in Middletown in the mornings, you may have the opportunity to meet an extraordinary young woman. Her name is Rachel and she is a developmentally disabled student from the Hawkswood School in Eatontown, but in the morning, she performs various

duties as an intern at Regal Pointe. Her daily duties range from administrative work in the facility’s office, to filling sugar bowls in the dining area and sanitizing the sports equipment in Regal Pointe’s fitness center. The Lifework Program is designed to assist the developmentally challenged young adults with making the transition from school to a work environment. It currently has eight participants, each paired with a job coach. Local businesses are invited to participate in the program, as it is individualized for each student according to their abilities and the needs of the business. Lauren Puglisi is Rachel’s job coach and is responsible for evaluating the tasks and making sure they are feasible for Rachel. Together they work through the steps and Rachel performs the task. Lauren is never far away in case Rachel needs assistance. At the end of each day, they review the tasks that were performed and Rachel writes a description of how the day went. It confirms her comfort level and her confidence in doing the work.

The program’s main goal is to help the student develop a variety of skills, from those needed in a retail store to a restaurant or an ofﬁce, to help them move on into adulthood. For more information on the Lifework Program or Regal Pointe, visit www.regalpointe.com.

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Avoiding Those Winter Blues By Sarah Aires

When the hype from the holidays be- Park hills are perfect for sledding. Loadgins to dwindle just after New Years Day, ing up the family and toboggans is a sure it’s easy to fall into the winter blues when fire way to inexpensively enjoy an entire it seems like all there is to do is grumble morning or afternoon treading the slopes. about the miserable cold. As soon as The hilly areas have few obstructions, January rolls around and the holiday good making it perfectly safe for those sledders comas wear away, it may seem impossible who have yet to perfect the art of braking. to fight the urge to crawl into bed and Whether it is a romantic mini date or hibernate until spring, but there are tons even activity with family, no one should of fun things to do in the winter months let winter come and go without at least 1 4 WORLD 4C HP 3:39 PM Page while SPLIT waiting forCP the12/15/11 warm weather to 1on trip to the ice skating rink. Roosevelt Park’s Family Ice skating Rink in Edison, return. Holmdel Park is one of the ideal New New Jersey is a great spot to skate under Jersey spots for winter fun. The Holmdel the stars. The rink is open throughout the

entire winter until April 1 when it is then converted into a roller skating rink, for year long entertainment. If your objective this season is to avoid the frigid air and spend as much time as possible indoors, the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City is a great place to spend some time. The museum is a blast for every age and features unique exhibits all year long as well as seasonal exhibits you should catch as soon as they are open. You can sit in on one of their film exhibits in the largest IMAX dome in the country or challenge yourself to a visit to exhibit where visits try crawling through the dark tunnel using only their sense of touch. There are many exhibits and ones constantly being added. The museum offers hours worth of fun and an educational experience – a bonus. People from all over the country travel to experience the beauty of New York City during the winter months, but those of us who live only a hop, skip and a jump away fail to take advantage of it. Every day in New York City, no matter what season it is, or what borough you find yourself in, there is a something wonderful to do. Do some window shopping of some of the

greatest designers in the world, sit in on an Off-Broadway show or grab some delicious cuisine in Little Italy. The city has over 1,700 parks and play grounds across the five burroughs with some of the most famous being Central Park, Battery Park, and Washington Square Park, just to name a few. Each park, like each neighborhood in the city, has its own personality. Take a long walk or sleigh ride through Central Park, admire your home state across the Hudson river or watch street performers in Washington Square. Even after the big tree comes down, and Saks changes their holiday windows, there is still plenty to enjoy. Really, with the creation of the internet, there is no excuse to spend even a single day bored into oblivion this winter. A quick google search could be the difference between sleeping the day away, and spending a night gallivanting about town. Regardless of budget there is something to spark your interest for every weekend leading up until April. Sitting around and waiting for the temperature to rise will seem like forever so speed into spring enjoying every second of the colder months.

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Ladies and Gentlemen, start your resolutions! By VERONICA HOFFMAN Welcome to the New Year! For those of us who dropped the ball last year on some goals, Times Square has dropped the ball on the past and wiped our slates clean. We get a fresh start and hopefully a nice new set of aspirations! That said, Ladies and Gentlemen, start your resolutions! I decided to drop some of these extra pounds, but am absolutely overwhelmed by the mass amount of information and misinformation regarding weight loss. Even a simple Google search will inundate the most trained eye with advertisements, books, websites, diet plans, miracle cures and all sorts of conflicting claims, creating a confusing tug-o-war engineered by a marketing department and not a dietician. A couple of substitutions regarding some of our favorite foods and snacks may go a long way to help cut out some of the extra calories. After digging up some new cooking methods and staple ingredients, I’m feeling fairly confident coming into this year. My favorite new trick, you ask? Greek yogurt! I swear I am going to use it for everything. So far I’ve found out that is an awesome substitute for almost every use of sour cream. It has the same consistency and flavor (I’ve even used it in cakes and cheesecakes where the recipe called for sour cream.) It adds that creaminess to dips and even baked potatoes, without the unnecessary extra calories. Traditional sour cream is roughly 60 calories for a two-tablespoon serving, whereas fat free Greek yogurt is only about 20. I’ve also fortunately discovered “unfrying.” Overall, I even find the flavors to be better because they aren’t so overtaken with the oil and greasiness of traditional fried foods.

I wish I could focus solely on my love of cooking as a way to lose weight, and although it’s a major part, it isn’t the whole picture. I’ve read up and have some of that to share as well! After spending a good part of last year reading up on studies and watching documentaries regarding the subject, I’d like to share a couple of the things I’ve learned. Hopefully we can all reach these goals together by next December! Here’s a list of things that seemed like the best advice: • It’s not about what you eat; it’s about how much you eat (a nice little tidbit of wisdom from my stepfather who is a chef). • Change your attitude toward food in general and for good. Diet is derived from a Latin word meaning “regimen,” which is by no means temporary. • Keeping track of what you’re eating and why is a good way to learn what isn’t working and what does. • Read, watch, and learn… constantly. You can never have too much information, even if it means asking others. • Cook for yourself. Not even just to control the calories, but also to avoid the chemicals in so many processed foods. • Enjoy your activities! A couple of really great books to read: • “The Food Rules” by Michael Pollan • “The Omnivore’s Dilemma” by Michael Pollan • “Why French Women Don’t Get Fat” by Mireille Guiliano • “Obese From the Heart” by Sara L. Stein, M.D Have a very happy and healthy new year!

Community Recipe: Skinny Dippin’

By VERONICA HOFFMAN

Fat Free Greek yogurt is tangy and creamy just like traditional sour cream, but contains a fraction of the calories and is packed with protein. This simple swap for a party dip or an anytime snack saves big and tastes delicious. You can even use other seasoning packets to change up the flavors. Try French onion, vegetable, or chicken flavorings. You can even add minced onions or garlic to give it some texture! Traditional Recipe with Sour Cream Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip (Serving Size 1 oz., 60 Calories, 5.5g Fat, 164mg Sodium, <1g Protein) 16 Ounces Fat Free Greek Yogurt (Chobani is my Favorite) Makeover your dunkers also to save 1 Ranch Seasoning Packet even more! In a small bowl mix together Greek yogurt and seasoning packet until thoroughly blended. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours before serving. Swap Recipe with Yogurt (Serving Size: 1 oz., 16 Calories, 0g Fat, 149mg Sodium, 3g Protein)

1 Cup of: Celery Sticks: 20 Calories Cucumber Slices: 16 Calories Carrots: 52 Calories Broccoli: 20 Calories Cherry Tomatoes: 27 Calories Instead of: 1 oz. of Potato Chips: 155 Calories 1 oz. of Tortilla Chips: 138 Calories 1 oz. Hard Pretzels: 107 Calories

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YOUR SAY What is your best New Year’s resolution? And how long did it last? “Actually, I do my New Year’s Resolution in September with the start of the new school year, when my kids have to start a new grade. My resolution is switching to a electronic base calendar and keeping up with it. It’s been about 2 years and I have been successful.” – MaryEllen Landolfi Tinton Falls

“My best resolution was when I made a commitment to exercise and eat healthy... and that has lasted for years.” – Debbie Wagner Toms River

“I make resolutions when I need to make them, not specifically at New Year’s. My best resolution was when I resolved to become a homeowner and I set myself in motion and did what I needed to do to purchase a home that I have been in for 6 years.” – Pam Callender Shrewsbury

“I don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions... I just take an action on everything I want to accomplish in my life and get it done.” – Jeff Gould Long Branch

“One year, I decided to give up smoking. It’s been 30 years since I’ve had a cigarette. It’s the best thing I ever did.” – John Pallitto Hazlet

“I’m starting a new resolution for 2012. With the help of the chamber and networking groups, I am looking to double my business in a year.” – Roy Gianforte Matawan

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Call before leaving your home or office and put your name on our waiting list so you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to wait as long at the restaurant. 732-264-2390

Simple and Fit Menu Items

We have several menu items for low calories, low fat, or low carbs. Our menu shows the calories so you can make a healthy choice. We offer subtitutions of turkey bacon, turkey sausage and turkey burgers for no additional cost.

Keyport IHOP - Open 24 Hours!

@Keyport_IHOP

Open 25 Hours 106 Route 36 Keyport

We accept other IHOP, Diner, and competitors coupons for similar menu items. Offers valid at Keyport only!

JACKIE KEELENS BAR EVENTS & SPECIALS 3 Railroad Square Keansburg New Jersey 07734 Phone Number: 732-787-1919 Bar Hours Open 365 Days a Year! Bar Hours: Monday-Saturday: 9 a.m. - 2 a.m. Sunday 12 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Liquor Store Open 365 Days a Year! Liquor Store Hours: Monday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.

MONDAY NIGHT: FOOTBALL!

FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT: LADIES NIGHT!

TUESDAY NIGHT: POOL TOURNAMENT!

SUNDAY:

(Entry Fee Total Goes To Winner)

OTHER SPECIALS:

10 p.m. - 12 a.m. $2.00 Mixed Drinks & Assorted Flavors Mike’s Hard Lemonade Bottles

FREE Pizza At Half Time (Supplies Limited) $2.50 Miller Lite & Miller Genuine Draft 64 $1.50 Domestic Draft 8 P.M.- Finish. $10.00 To Enter

$0.50 Off All Drinks To Those Who Enter

$1.50 Domestic Drafts During NFL Football Games

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: KARAOKE!

MONDAY - FRIDAY:

THURSDAY NIGHT: BEER PONG!

MONDAY - SUNDAY:

$12.00 Buckets of 6 12 oz. Mickeys Malt Liquor 8 p.m. - Finish 2 Player teams $10 Entry Fee Per Team $5.00 Domestic Pitchers $8.00 Import Pitchers (Offer Valid for Beer Pong Players Only)

$2.50 Bud and Bud Light Bottles

6 for $6 at 6! 6 Domestic Nips for $6.00 (offer ends at 10 p.m.) $2.00 Domestic Drafts & $3.00 Import Drafts

NFL FOOTBALL SPECIALS: During any NFL Football Game: $2.50 Coors Light Bottles, $2.00 Bud and Bud Light Cans, 6 Miller Lite Nips for $6.00

FREE HOT BUFFET & PRIZE GIVEAWAYS!

on Superbowl Sunday

JACKIE KEELEN’S LIQUOR STORE

JACKIE KEELEN’S BANQUET HALL

Open 365 Days a Year: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Ice Cold Beer Wine and Soda sold here all day long! Lottery Claim Center

Available for all Occasions 365 Days a Year! Minimum Parties of 65 People Maximum Parties of 115 People Call for a Quote Today! 732-787-1919

$2.00 off a $25.00 Purchase of Beer

$2.00 off a $25.00 Purchase of Liquor

$5.00 of a $50.00 Purchase of Beer, Wine, Liquor

Buy 1 Bottle of Wine get the 2nd 1/2 off

No Duplicates! Cannot be combined with any other offer! One Per Customer! Exp 2/1/12

(2nd Bottle Equal or Lesser Value)

Gold Package $100.00 off Parties over 80 People Exp. 02-01-12

Platinum Package $200.00 off Parties over 80 People Exp. 02-01-12