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Meet Your Neighbor

Holmdelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Al Aloisi is a modern day Renaissance Man with his many talents

Eventful

Jersey Shore happenings that matter and inspire

Diamonds with a Conscience

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38 JOSEPH V. BRANDO COLTS NECK JEWELER

editor-in-chief CAR OLYN B U RT NI C K

creative director

Protecting the Natural World

LOR I D O NNE LLY

graphic designers ER ICA PA R K E R OLIVIA M A ZA NE C S H ER R I GA R C I A

photography KIM LEVIN P HOTOG R A PHY

general manager MAR IA CO NNOR S

LVGA'S FIRST FOOD TRUCK FEST

Draws Thousands for a Night of Fun

22 HOLMDEL'S

AL ALOISI is a modern day

Renaissance Man

contributing writers S U SAN M U R PHY D INA QU I NTA NO CAR R IE FA LC ONE MICH ELLE T U C HOL LAU R EN B E NNE T T

advertising LILIANN PA R AS LYNN S CH I AVONE MARY H OFFM A N

publisher VICTOR V. S C U D I E RY

contribute to our magazine

Pet Photos Local Events Letters to the Editor Fundraisers Announcements:

monthly features 28 eventful 34 welcome to the VIP table 18 divorce talk 46 pet celebrities

16 SARAH WAXMAN is on a mission to help college students become successful

12 animal advocacy

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Modern Day Renaissance Man Living each day to its fullest can be challenging, yet one Holmdel resident has found a way to do just that. Al Aloisi stays active and maintains a positive outlook on life. Over the years a variety of talents have emerged and Aloisi now engages each one on a professional level. Read more about him on page 22.

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The Holmdel Theater Company

insulated them from the racial division

ANNOUNCES SUMMER PRODUCTION,

sense of truth and the social conventions

“TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD”

THE

HOLMDEL

THEATRE

Holmdel,

announces

COMPANY

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variety

To Kill A Mockingbird’s Director, Tom

that take place in their small Southern town.” He continues, “We’ve assembled an outstanding cast and this production

representing members of a small Southern

promises to be both entertaining and

town. The play is adapted for the stage

thought provoking. Audiences will find

by Christopher Sergel from Harper Lee’s

many of the ideas in the play to hold

controversial Pulitzer Prize winning novel

relevance in the present day”.

of the same name. Alabama during the Great Depression,

them symbolic “mockingbirds”.

away from them by the attitudes and events

characters

The play, set in a small town in

of the day. Their loss of innocence makes

eyes of children whose innocence is taken

Summer

cast of over 20 actors has been assembled portray

results of the trial, forces them to make

Bird’ as a Memory Play viewed through the

Production, “To Kill A Mockingbird”. A to

The

Fascatore states, “I see ‘To Kill A Mocking

located at The Duncan Smith Theatre in

and underpinnings of the town.

Left to right: Will Ehren (Jem), Ceci Lihn (Scout) and James Morgan (Atticus Finch). Photo credit: Marisa Procopio

deals with racial and social injustice. It the townspeople, who are guided more by highlights the effects on the townspeople ignorance than justice, that the young man resulting from the trial of a young black is innocent. Finch must also find a way to man accused of raping a white girl. The help his own children, Scout and Jem, to young man is defended by Atticus Finch, to be portrayed by Ceci Lihn and Will Ehren, be portrayed by James Morgan. Finch is a respectively, understand the implications man of truth and high moral convictions. of

the

trial.

Finch’s

socio-economic

He has the monumental task of convincing status and the children’s upbringing has

To Kill A Mockingbird show dates are

July 22 through August 6, 2016 on Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 3:00 p.m.

The Holmdel Theatre Company at the

Duncan Smith Theatre is a non-profit semiprofessional theatre company located at 36 Crawfords Corner Road in Holmdel. For tickets and further information, call 732.946.0427.

Local High School Football Players Help to Clean-up Colts Neck On May 22, 2016, the Colts Neck High School Football team worked together with Colts Neck 5th Quarter Club (a non-profit organization) and Colts Neck Clean Communities program to remove trash and litter from Route 537. This was one of the first organized events of the 5th Quarter Club and it was a tremendous turn-out of volunteers despite the rainy weather. Teri Lombardo, one of the non-profit founders who took part in the event, noted, "The cleanup was a major success, it was great to see these football players volunteer their time and take pride in their community. Today was not about football, but about working together to make a positive impact in the community." A big thank you to all the volunteers who came out to help with the community cleanup. Special thanks to local Fire Police who were also there and helped keep the volunteers safe. Volunteer football players were Evan Smolski, Carmen Catena, Spencer Susino, Liam Abujawdeh, Chris Harrigan, Evan Imbesi, Griffin Mertha, Nick Giannattasio, Matt Volk, Hayden Volk, Danny Moldauer, Justin Dibsie, Dan O'Connor, Neal Patharkar, Joey Lombardo, Anthony Lombardo, Johny Lombardo, John Prus, Steven Barsky and Derek Victor. Volunteer adults were Jean Marie Abujawdeh, Teri Lombardo, Scott Shpilberg, David Fitzgerald, Kayla Victor, Ron Victor and Karen Victor. Volunteer Fire Police were Kevin Ketelsen and Ed Piotrowski.

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ANIMAL ADVOCACY End Dog Meat Trade Campaign

The temporary emergency shelter was set up in partnership

with St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center in Madison, N.J., and the remaining dogs have been transported nationwide to Emergency Placement Partner shelters, as well as to foster families in Ottawa, Canada. We are lucky to have had our friends at the Monmouth County SPCA, Animal Alliance, Cumberland County SPCA, Humane Society of Atlantic County, and St Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center accept dogs into their facility to adopt out.

It’s an emotional, crushing industry to contemplate. But we’re

starting the process of unwinding it, and the second chance given to these innocent creatures is a cause for celebration. For more Dogs at St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center in Madison, N.J. that were saved from the South Korea dog meat trade.

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The Humane Society of the United States global affiliate,

Humane Society International (HSI), has had a major campaign to end the dog meat trade in South Korea, the only nation that eats dog meat and raises dogs on farms for the plate. There, in the run-up to the 2018 Winter Olympics, HSI has been converting dog farmers to humane alternatives, and they have been rescuing dogs and bringing them back to the United States for an extraordinary second chance, while ratcheting up public awareness everywhere to phase out this industry.

Recently, dogs raised for the butcher block in Wonju, South

Korea received a stay of execution and were flown into the United States. HSI worked with the farmer in February to permanently shut down his farm and rescue all 250 dogs on the property. The farm in Wonju is the fifth dog meat operation to date that has been closed down in South Korea. The dogs were flown to shelters and rescues that are part of the HSUS Emergency Placement Partner program, and have been placed for adoption. A sharper turnaround in their fortunes would be hard to find.

The dogs we have rescued so far belong to many different

breeds: there are Jindo mixes, Huskies, Golden Retrievers, Mastiff mixes, and some small breeds, like Beagles, Chihuahuas, and Maltese mixes. In the United States, we have seen long lines at some of our partner shelters as people have greeted the dogs with great enthusiasm and open arms. Many people have ended up adopting local dogs as well, showing us that the attention that these dogs bring to shelters lifts all boats, boosting the chances of other homeless animals. At one of our Emergency Placement Partners, all of the dogs at the shelter, including the Korean rescues, were adopted out within two weeks.

Even more important, we expect that these rescued Korean

dogs now leading happy lives in American homes will serve as ambassadors of hope for the hundreds of thousands of dogs living lives of terror in thousands of dog meat farms in South Korea.

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The Colts Neck NJROTC will be holding a golf outing on

Monday, August 22, 2016 at Pebble Creek Golf Club in Colts Neck. The cost per golfer is $150 ($175 after June 15, 2016) or $35 for lunch only. Registration includes: Greens Fees, Golf Cart, Personalized Bag Tag, Breakfast, BBQ Lunch Buffet, Dessert and Coffee. Companies and individuals can take advantage of very LIMITED sponsorship opportunities - Lunch Sponsor $1,000, Putting Green Sponsors $350, Hole Sponsor $250, Prize & Gift Basket Sponsors $100. Companies may also donate promotional items (quantity of 144) for the golfers’ giveaway bags (e.g., golf balls, tees, key chains, caps, snack bars, mugs, water bottles etc.).

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The Freehold Regional High School District’s Leadership

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Thomas rowed in the CBA Varsity eight boat at the prestigious Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston, MA for two years in a row. This regatta is the world’s largest two-day regatta in the world. The age of athletes spans from 14 to 85 years old with experience levels from novice to Olympic.

ROWING

The CBA lightweight 8 competed and

won a bronze medal at the Stotesbury Cup, the world’s oldest regatta and

IS GROWING

one of the largest high school rowing competitions held on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia. Luke rowed stroke

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seat in the boat communicating with the coxswain and establishes the crew's rate and rhythm. This boat also competed at

THE HISTORY OF ROWING as a sport is one

to pursue both.

Scholastic Nationals held at Dillon Lake in

of the oldest traditions in our country,

Navesink River Rowing is a non-profit

Ohio, placing 6th in the Grand Final race.

if not the world. Yet in Monmouth and

organization providing public access

“Rowing is a demanding sport,”

Ocean Counties, rich with its resources,

to rowing opportunities and sculling

Thomas explained. “We often have to

the sport is still relatively unknown.

instruction on the Navesink River. The

wake up early for practices and races

Hopefully not for long. There are three

club offers lessons, coaching and summer

and come home late in the day. We train

local high school programs - CBA, Ranney

youth programs for children 14 and up,

countless hours throughout the year for

School and Rumson Fair Haven High

as well as a Competitive Youth Sculling

races that only last a few minutes.

School and one club program, Navesink

in the spring and fall and adult sculling

of this time and dedication is completely

River Rowing, for rowers of all ages.

opportunities. Navesink rowers new to

worth it especially when winning big

All

Currently there are eight high school

the sport are place on a development

races or coming home with a National

young men from Colts Neck rowing

team where they learn to perfect their

Championship. There really is no sport

for Christian Brothers Academy and

sculling technique.

The opportunities

quite like it, and I am happy that I did it all

Navesink River Rowing (NRR). The three

for movement up to the Travel Team are

four years at CBA.” He is looking forward

senior rowers are Jack Gallagher (NRR),

always available and rowers excel quickly.

to attending Fordham University in the

Luke Bartner and Thomas Morris (CBA).

CBA

has

Freshmen

fall.

Their first experience with crew was at

rowing.

The

varsity

the NRR summer camp prior to their

lightweight and heavyweight boats. Men’s

“The work ethic it requires; the sense

freshman year of high school. There, they

lightweight rowers must be under 150 lbs.

of identity it provides; the teamwork;

were taught the basics of sculling, rigging

Luke has rowed lightweight during his

looking forward to a daily activity that I

a boat, and competing on the Navesink

Junior and Senior year and luckily for him

love.” Bucknell University recruited Jack

River. Seventy-five athletes tried out for

staying at that weight at 6’4” hasn’t been a

to row on their team as a fresh-man this

CBA crew that year for the 24 available

problem. During the winter months the

September.

spots. The CBA team consists of 53 men

team practices on campus in the erg room

and NRR has 50 youth rowers.

which includes state of the art rowing

give to someone who is thinking about

All three boys made the freshman

tanks. The tanks mimic the conditions

rowing for a club or school team?” Luke

CBA crew team back in 2012. Luke and

rowers face on open water.

Bartner responded, “Definitely do it.

Thomas rowed all through high school

The teams compete in Philadelphia

Rowing is a sport like no other. You'll meet

and three years as varsity athletes. Jack

on the Schuylkill River, Camden on the

some of your best friends for life. Though

started rowing with NRR’s Travel Team

Cooper River, and Mercer Lake at Mercer

it is painful at times, you'll become a

in Spring of 2013 and remained there for

County Park. Mercer Lake is one of the

better person because of it.” Luke will

the balance of his high school years. The

Olympic Training courses in the country.

attend Marist College and plans to walk

NRR practice schedule was a better fit for

Many prestigious high school and college

on to the Red Foxes Rowing team next

Jack’s musical endeavors and allowed him

regattas are held at these venues.

year.

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team

Varsity includes

What does Jack like about rowing?

When asked, “What advice would you

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Recent Rutgers Graduate & Holmdel Resident Launches Kickstarter Campaign to Share her College Success Strategies

Sarah Waxman of Holmdel, a recent graduate from Rutgers University, is on a mission to share her time management strategies and tools to help other college students get the most out of their college experiences. She believes she has an approach to help improve performance for college students and is launching a Kickstarter campaign to bring her ideas to market. While many students struggle to complete the typical 120 credits required for graduation, Sarah completed over 187 credits and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Rutgers University in May of 2016 with a Bachelor of Science degree while triple majoring in food science research, nutritional science, and biology – all in four years. During her four years at Rutgers, Sarah also completed independent food science research and presented her findings at five different national and international conferences. She was a full time Resident Assistant on Rutgers Cook Campus and was president of the undergraduate food science club. As Sarah noted, “I had a very busy schedule and for me, time management was critical. An academic planner was crucial to my survival in col-

lege. The only problem was - I could never find a planner that worked for me as a busy college student.” Over the 2014 summer break, Sarah decided to work with her dad, a retired software executive, to design a student focused planner. They realized most planners are primarily designed to schedule and keep track of meetings. But a typical college student is in class for only 15 hours a week. So Sarah and her dad focused their design on a student’s ever expanding list of things to do - long term semester projects, short term week over week assignments, and even activities not related to academics, but necessary when living on your own. Sarah commented that, “We tested our design ideas with other students for over two years. Our “aha” moment came when we realized that any to do item could also be treated as a scheduled event.” And so their resulting design focused on a simple way to effectively connect to do lists with each daily schedule. Sarah and her dad decided to name their product the METIS Planner, named after the Greek Goddess of wisdom, planning, advice, and deep thought. In order to gauge interest in launching the product, they are

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utilizing a crowd funding model using Kickstarter. Kickstarter allows a product designer to present an idea and solicit supporters who agree to fund the project in return for some reward. Of course, in Sarah’s case, the main reward would be a printed and bound copy of the 2016-2017 METIS Planner and access to the full METIS system which includes downloads providing academic helpers, financial helpers, and goal trackers. Sarah even noted that she really wants to see students start to use the planner and as described on their Kickstarter page, she will provide a free digital print at home version to anyone who helps spread the word on social media. The METIS Planner campaign has until July 15, 2016 to meet its funding target of $1,500. As Sarah noted, “by staying organized and keeping ahead of all assignments, students will not only be able to succeed in the classroom, they will have the time to do what they want to do and have an amazing college experience.” You can learn more about the METIS Planner at www.metisplanner.com.

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BY P E T E R C . PA R A S , E S Q. DI VORCE TA LK : REMOVAL DI VORCE TA LK : 20 YEARS OF PROFESSIONALISM Removal is the label given to cases involving a parent’s request to move out of state with the child(ren). These are often gut-wrenching cases because if the parent seeking to remove the child from APRIL New Jersey is successful, other Patricia parent’s ON 1, 1996 Bonnie the Reiss, relationship the Paras, child will Apy, and I with formed Apyinevitably & Reiss,anda unavoidably change dramatically. A move to Professional Corporation for the Practice of another state (or perhaps a foreign country) will Family Law. We founded our firm on three severely impact that parent child relationship.

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There is an enormous difference between seeing the on weekends and during the week, First, allchild divorces are unique and require an attending soccer games and dance recitals, helping approach specifically tailored to their unique with homework and nursing a sick child, and being characteristics. Second, with the child only a few weeks incommunication the summer and between lawyer client is essential to maybe during winterand break.

everything between. Frequentlyinthese cases involve an element of urgency. A job offer may only remain open for a limited A new school year negotiation, may be fast We havetime. resolved cases through approaching. A date for a remarriage have mediation, arbitration, trial and may appeal. been set. In these instances the Court must balance Frequently clients are referred to us by other the need for a speedy resolution with the need for a lawyers or come to us on their own because just result. Simply because the parent who wants to of our reputation for being unafraid of legal move is in a hurry doesn’t mean the other parent’s challenges that may overwhelm other rights to defend against the removal of lawyers. his child When abeclient brings his or her case to us should compromised. Conversely, inordinate delays (strategic because or otherwise) not result it is generally of ourshould reputation for in victory for the opposingour parent simply because professional advocacy, experience, and the offer has lapsed or founding the new school year has our job commitment to our principles. begun.

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achieving the client’s goals in a fair and On the other hand, a successful defense, which reasonable manner. Third, there is no thwarts the move, may impact that parent’s job or substitute for preparation. Wetoare committed career opportunities, the ability care for aging to knowing the case better than else in parents, or even remarriage plans.anyone Unlike most other issueswhether in familyit’s law,a this one does not readily the room, conference room or a lend itself to compromise. Either the child moves courtroom.

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he Lincroft Village Green Association’s goal this year has been to bring the community together. The civic group hosted a Spring Egg Hunt, its 12th Annual Lincroft Community Yard Sale, a “Clean the Green Day” and a fundraiser at Melody’s Café. On June 17, 2016, the LVGA held its largest event thus far, “Lincroft Eats” Food Truck Fest at Brookdale Community College which provided the sound system and power attracted over 3,000 people of all ages generator. ACME Supermarket donated from around the area. cases of water for the event volunteers, Lori Littenberg and Mary Grant, both all of whom are dedicated LVGA memLVGA directors, co-chaired “Lincroft bers and High School South students. Eats”. The Association wanted to have The LVGA also would like to thank Fitza fundraiser for its General Fund, which patrick & Associates for sponsoring the includes the newly established scholar- ADA port-a-potty. There were fun activship fund, park improvements at The ities for children, such as sand art, face Green, and free community events, such painting, tattoos and back-yard style as the Egg Hunt, concerts in the park carnival games. and outdoor movie nights. “We wanted to have activities for kids, In addition to the twelve gourmet knowing that the event would appeal food vendors, there were dozens of ar- to families with young children, considtisan and craft booths. The food truck ering Lincroft School is just down the vendors donated a portion of their pro- road,” explained Lori Littenberg. The ceeds toward the fundraiser and craft event definitely had the energy of a givendors paid a fee of $35 for a space. ant block party, with hundreds of famiLive entertainment was also a big draw lies enjoying the festivities. to the event. Many thanks to bands For more information about Lincroft VilNot-On-Call and Downstream, who lage Green Association, visit www.lincroftdonated their time and talent to the villagegreenassociation.org. festival. JoJo, from Speakeasy Audio,

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HOLMDEL’S AL ALOISI, A MODERN DAY RENAISSANCE MAN STO RY S U S A N M U R P H Y

Living each day to its fullest can be challenging, yet one Holmdel resident has found a way to do just that. Al Aloisi stays active and maintains a positive outlook on life. Over the years a variety of talents have emerged and Aloisi now engages each one on a professional level. An accomplished pianist, Aloisi has never taken formal piano lessons. “I started playing songs by ear at age five. I learned a chord method and theory and how to read music when my older sister was taking lessons.” He has played for the three-hour brunches regularly at the Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch. On June 8, 2016 he headlined a concert at the Middletown Arts Center. His selections include standards, classical, Broadway musicals, ethnic and holiday songs. “I play at St. Ann’s Church in Keansburg and have recorded four CD’s on the keyboard and on a concert grand.” Aloisi said he can perform at weddings and private parties where an elegant sound is desired for special occasions. While he prefers playing on an acoustical grand piano, which he can tune

if need be, Aloisi noted that a “sounds nity through his involvement with varlike a grand piano” keyboard is used for ious organizations. He is a Board memthose venues that do not have a viable ber of the Monmouth County Chamber instrument. of Commerce and is involved in several Ten years ago, Aloisi created the web- networking groups. “We help large and site www.homophone.com to assist stu- small businesses achieve their financial dents, teachers or anyone learning the goals through networking and social English language. He is the only one who media and engage in fundraising for maintains the list which he started over various charities.” Aloisi is also Presi30 years ago. The site is utilized in over dent and has been a Board member of 100 countries. “It was frustrating to see his condo association for 18 years. “We writers at all levels of education using have been solvent and have never rethe wrong word in memos, procedures quired additional assessments from the and ads. The site is a unique lexicon be- homeowners,” he said. cause homophones are usually not on As for being physically active, Aloisi has the same page in a dictionary.” He noted been the Boys’ JV and Girls’ Varsity tenthat the word “AIR” is a homophone that nis coach at Monmouth Regional High sounds School for like sev13 years. en other He has words. also been a The site is substitute free to all teacher at visitors the school and sugfor the gested for use by homeschoolers and last three years. “I have played in over other educational organizations. 100 local, county and national USTA Aloisi stays connected to the commu- sanctioned tennis tournaments. And I

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attained a singles ranking of tenth in the Northeast (New Jersey, New York and Southern Connecticut) at age 65.” He explained that as a PTR (Professional Tennis Registry) certified tennis instructor, private tennis lessons are available for students for ages 10 and over. Special attention is given to students playing on a team or planning to play tennis in high school. Aloisi shared that through a Visiting Tennis Pro organization in work/vacation eight-day contract arrangements, free tennis lessons are given to the guests at all-inclusive resorts on many islands in the Caribbean. “For the price of the flights and incidental fees, the only requirement is to teach two hours a day, otherwise there is coverage for the room, food and top-tier beverages. I have done this over 30 times since 1999.” As for playing tennis year round, he shared, “People jog and walk their dogs in all weather. I play with friends, year round outside in all temperatures, as long as it is not wet or icy. Each season offers a special challenge. In the fall, we use a leaf blower and brooms to clear the courts. On some occasions, we have chipped ice away and shoveled snow!” Three years ago, Aloisi took a Modeling course at Barbizon School in Red Bank. “With that background, I have been in a pharmaceutical print ad, acted in a short video production for an upcoming singer/performer and played the part of a grandfather in an ‘I Play America’ internet promotion.” Over 25 years ago, Aloisi made a mid-life career change and started Alfred Aloisi Associates. He did so after having been in the Information Technology field for 35 years as a mainframe computer programmer, systems analyst and consultant. “As an independent broker, focus is in providing life insurance and annuities, which provide a guaranteed income for life, and individual and group health insurance. Specifically certified, for consumer protection, I help seniors with their Medicare supplemental health needs. Some plans have a zero premium.” After noting all of the things he is involved in, Aloisi was asked if there is a specific way he unwinds or relaxes. He responded, “Actually, by engaging in different vocations and avocations, even switching from one activity to another and playing in Texas Holdem tournaments in Atlantic City is relaxing!” Aloisi also shared three things that keep him focused and able to accomplish everything he does. “Caring about clients and prospects, and listening to their needs; scheduling so as not to cause time conflicts; and total concentration in the present activity.” These tips are a great help to living life to its fullest! Aloisi has been married to his devoted wife Nancy for 42 years, and they have five children, eight grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Al Aloisi is 81 years old – yes, that’s right! He shared a quote that encompasses his passion for life. “By doing all the things I love to do!” And here is his mantra: “Retirement is NOT in my vocabulary” and “Youth has no age.” If any of the talents listed in this story inspired you, or further information is needed, contact Al Aloisi at 732.859.0527 or email him at al@aafinancial.com.

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onmouth County native Michael V. Benedetto decided what he wanted for his future at a very early age. In fact, he was in third grade when he decided that attending law school was exactly what he needed to do. “I always wanted to go to law school but I never wanted to practice law. I wanted to be involved in real estate.” Fast forward to the present, and Benedetto has fulfilled his childhood dream. As Managing Partner of Ansell, Grimm & Aaron, PC, located in Ocean, New Jersey, Benedetto said he now has the opportunity to do both. “This gives me a different perspective than many real estate and banking attorneys. Over the years, I have focused more on the law, particularly since taking over as Managing Partner six years ago.” he explained. Benedetto’s primary duty as Managing Partner is to chair the Management Committee, which is the Steering Committee for the law firm. “We oversee the strategic growth of the firm. I also handle the recruitment, development and retention of legal and administrative professionals in accordance with the strategic plan. I work closely with the practice group leaders to help insure the quality of legal services we provide and development of protocols and procedures for the various offices, practice groups and the firm.” Aside from these duties, Benedetto continues to maintain an active caseload of corporate, commercial real estate, and banking matters. “I truly enjoy the practice of law and would never want to give this up,” he shared. When not working, Benedetto, a Rumson resident, enjoys spending time with friends and family. That time is usually focused around food and wine. “I have two amazing children. Olivia, who attends Rumson-Fair Haven High School and Michael (whom we call Buddy), attends For-

restdale School. Olivia has recently taken up golf and is obsessed with it. Buddy is focused on his education and would like to attend Biotechnology High School. They both love the beach and great food.” Benedetto shared that he took Buddy to Los Angeles on spring break. “Our trip largely focused around dining. Buddy made all the choices and most of the reservations including Nobu Malibu and Spago, where we supports. “I have been active with 180 had the nine-course Chef’s-tasting Turning Lives Around and co-chaired menu with additions. It was priceless!” their golf outing for a number of Aside from his children, Benedetto said, years. I, together with the firm, have “I have been blessed with awesome been supporters of the Count Basie law partners and friends. Many of the Theatre on many levels. We try to help partners at the firm count their law those we can and have supported partners amongst their closest and over 100 charities. I often say that dearest of friends. We are not just a unfortunately there is no absence of team, we are a family.” He noted that need, but fortunately, there are many within the firm there are seven Ansells great organizations and people that on their third generation of attorneys support them.” and two other multigenerational attorAnsell, Grimm & Aaron, PC has mainney families. tained an excellent reputation for over Benedetto is an avid golfer. Unfor85 years. They have offices in New Jertunately, he noted that his rounds sey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Benof golf have been cut back by about edetto believes one of the key reasons 50-75% over the last few years. for the firm’s excellence is that they Community projects are another care deeply about their clients, their enjoyment in his busy life. He is a team members, and their reputation. former Board member of Big Brothers “It is as our motto says: ‘A commitment and Big Sisters of Monmouth County, to excellence - A commitment to people.’ and the American Red Cross, Jersey Every member of our team believes Coast Chapter – both of which he still that and lives it every day.”

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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY HOSTS FOURTH GRADE SPELLING BEE A Colts Neck tradition created thirteen years ago, continued this Arielle Ohana emerged the winner, second place went to Lily Pisano, June. Nineteen enthusiastic, supportive and confident fourth grade third place to Madeline Kiechlin, and Courtney Aufiero took home students, their families, and some of the Conover Road School fourth Honorable Mention. grade teachers arrived at the Colts Neck Library on June 3, 2016 to The contest is open to all fourth graders residing in Colts Neck. The take part in the 13th Annual Fourth Grade Spelling Bee. Colts Neck Friends of the Library Board (FOL) was on hand to run One of the favorite parts of the competition is the first round, now the event. Vice president LiliAnn Paras chaired the event and urged the audience to learn more about well known to the competitors. the FOL; treasurer Jeanne Heck Each speller is guaranteed to served as the judge; and presisucceed - it consists of spelling dent Michele Battista took phohis or her first name and even tographs and helped keep the line in the rare case where the stumoving. The Friends of the Library dent stumbles from first round group looks forward to meeting jitters, there is no elimination. next year’s group of spellers. This allows the students to practice using the microphone and The Colts Neck Friends of the to alleviate some of the anxiLibrary is a volunteer organization ety. Ms. Nancy Plumfield, the formed to support the Colts Neck science teacher at the Conover Library and runs several programs Road Elementary School, read for the community, including the the words and sentences to the Art and Photography Show, Book spellers. The group spelled for Sale, Spelling Bee, Garden, Book twelve rounds before “model” Club and more. It is always seekwas the deciding word. The top four finishers of the 13th Annual Fourth Grade Spelling Bee are pictured ing new members and is a great Every speller received a rib- left to right, front row: First Place winner Arielle Ohana with her brother, Second way to serve in a friendly atmobon and the final four each re- Place winner Lily Pisano, Honorable Mention winner Courtney Aufiero, and Third sphere. If you are interested, leave ceived a trophy. The top three Place winner Madeline Kiechlin. Conover Road School Teachers attended to support your contact information at the spellers received a cash prize of the event, back row, left to right: Mrs. Desmond (4th grade teacher), Ms. Plumfield front desk of the Colts Neck Library. $100, $75 and $50 respectively. (science) and Mr. Manners (4th grade teacher).

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Honor Lillian Burry as a Distinguished Community Leader

The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore raised more than $175,000 dollars during its Annual Women of Distinction and Community Partners Gala in spring of 2016 at Eagle Oaks Country Club in Farmingdale. The annual event honors the personal and professional achievements of outstanding local individuals and organizations. During the black-tie affair, the Girl Scouts honored an amazing group of individuals – among them was Monmouth County Freeholder and former Colts Neck Mayor Lillian Burry – who is dedicated to bettering our community and embodies the leadership qualities represented by the Girl Scout organization. Burry is now on the distinguished list of community leaders and activities honored by the Girl Scouts through this annual event over the past 32 years. Burry emphasized the Girl Scouts mission, “Confidence, Courage, Character. These are three things that start growing in the heart of every girl from the day she is born. But just like muscles, these qualities must be exercised regularly if they’re to become strong and certain. Fortunately, life affords us regular chances.” Burry went on to ask, “Do we have enough confidence in ourselves to consider a more challenging option? Do we have enough courage to make a decision based on merit, without fearing the disapproval of others if our choices fail to coincide with their desires? And is character strong enough to make the right decision and stand by it? The only way to find the answers to the questions is for each of us to make choices and stand by them through our lives.” For more information about the Girl Scouts and upcoming events, visit www.girlscoutsjs.org/

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Eventful July is filled with so many events, so start taking

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Movies in the Park at Riverside Gardens in Red Bank on West Front Street start at dusk and are free every Tuesday for the whole family! Just bring something to sit on and munch on!

You can find me at www.dnbevents.com where I plan events and do public relations and marketing for local businesses. Please send me your ideas for events that “matter and inspire” to donna@dnbevents.

FilmOneFest is another idea for July 16, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. at the Atlantic Highlands Municipal Harbor. Films (under 2 minutes in length) from local Movies and dates: and international film and video makMinions (July 12), Star Wars: The Force ers are projected on a giant screen unAwakens (July 19), Zootopia (July 26), der the stars on the historic shores of Jaws (August 2), Wizard of Oz (August 9), Sandy Hook Bay. More information can be found at www.filmonefest.com. Beetlejuice (August 16), Elf (August 23)

Enjoy The Princess Bride (1987) at the FREE Summer Film Series on Monday, July 18, 2016 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Count Basie in Red Bank. Free tickets and more free movie showings are available at www.countbasietheatre. org. You must have a ticket to enter!

What to do if you want to Run or Walk for a CAUSE… The UndyRunWalk.org is putting on a fundraiser for the Colon Cancer Alliance. Join a local team like Red Bank Gastro better know as RBGastros at www.rbgastro.com and be a hero! You can run or walk a 5K or a mile. Just show up. It’s on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at 8:00 a.m. on the Great Lawn at Pier Village in Long Branch. You will get a pair of boxers just for showing up at this family friendly event!

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I remember being a kid and watching movies at the drive-in… Now you can watch movies under the stars! Visit Laurita Winery, located at 85 Archertown Road in New Egypt, on Friday July 15, 2016 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. and enjoy a movie under the stars for just $7.49. Tickets are found at www.lauritawinery.com.

If you want to get your picture taken with a famous horse… Budweiser Clydesdale Horses will be ready for you to smile at the camera on Sunday, July 10, 2016 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on the boardwalk at Seaside Heights.

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What to do if you want to go to the beach and listen to good music? Go to see the concerts in the sand at Sandy Hook National Park. Every Wednesday come to the Park and support the The earth without ART is just eh! Have Sandy Hook Foundation! Get there ear- you noticed how pumped up Red Bank ly because the music starts at 6:00 p.m. has become with ART? If you want to and it is very popular. You can bring a see firsthand how art can be mixed with picnic basket and something to sit on. a fashion show with a 70’s twist, show Often they close the park because of up at Salon Concrete and watch a faparking issues. You can also get there on mous international artist Jay Alders bike! You can call 732.291.7733 for a re- (www.jayalders.com) do a live painting cording or check the website at www.san- amid a fashion show with a live band dyhookfoundation.com for information. If and DJ on Thursday, July 28, 2016 at you sign up on the website, you will be 6:30 p.m. sharp. It is called Vinyl Nights notified before the concerts. (How fancy!) so you may want to come in your best 70’s outfit and be prepared to dance a Here’s the lineup: bit! You pay $10 to get in and you will be Bob Bandiera Band (July 13), Sensa- entertained, well fed and end up helptional Soul Cruisers (July 20), Carl Gen- ing a charity that recently burnt down. try Band (July 27), Rip Tide and special All proceeds will go to Home Town Heguests The Sam Sims Band with a 5:30 roes (www.usahometownheroes.org). Go start! (August 10), Jobonanno and the to www.salonconcrete.com for more inGodsons of Soul (August 17) formation.

Surf and Turf Seafood Festival will be held on July 16 and 17, 2016 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. - a TWO DAY event at Monmouth Park Racetrack, located at 175 Oceanport Avenue in Oceanport. What better way to soak up the sun this summer than with an ocean-fresh lobster roll, followed by some clam chowder and coconut shrimp? No advance tickets needed. General Parking is $5 & General Admission is $5. Children 12 and under are always FREE!

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ore than 250 people attended the assorted baskets with mixed items such as second annual Beef and Smoke cigar accessories, beauty products, coffee, fundraiser held by the Colts Neck and cheer, as well as several golf outings and PBA Local 333 on June 9, 2016. Guests en- electronics. “The PBA purchased some items joyed a beefsteak dinner prepared and served initially, but we were extremely fortunate by a caterer. Beer, that a number of our sponsors wine and cigars were available. for the event The event was also contributed held outdoors at a large number of our gift items,” the Pavilion of the Colts Neck said PBA Vice President RichFire House located on Route 537, ard Zarrillo. where a tent was Guests enerected for seatjoyed the food, ing. the wide array of gifts, the chance Over 60 gift to socialize, and items were included in the tricky tray gift auction. There they were glad to be supporting the PBA. were gift cards and certificates for several “We, as the PBA, were very thankful for the local and Monmouth County businesses, generosity of our sponsors and contribu-

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tors while we were in the planning process and the generosity of those that were in attendance.” Zarrillo explained, “This event is held in order to raise additional funds to help us support financially a number of scholarships and charities that we are involved with. In addition, funds that were raised from this and other events are used to support our members in time of need. Without the support of our donors and supporters, this event would not be the success it was.” Although a final number was not available at the time, Zarrillo said, “We raised more than $10,000 which will be used t support the scholarships and other local charities.” The three scholarships are provided to two Colts Neck High School students and a Cedar Drive student. “The other funds are put into the PBA so that we can continue to provide other support in Colts Neck and surrounding police-related charities.

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2ND ANNUAL 5K AND KIDS FUN RUN The weather forecast had predicted an activity of severe weather on June 5, 2016. Thankfully, Holmdel Township’s 2nd Annual 5K and Kid’s Fun Run went on as scheduled at the historic Bell Works site, but under overcast skies. The event was organized once again by The Holmdel Foundation for Educational Excellence (H.F.E.E) and by dedicated member Lauren Podesta. Ms. Podesta also took part in the 5K with H.F.E.E President and co-chair Brian Kennedy, who expressed his gratitude to Ms. Podesta for her hard work and attention to detail for the last event of the school year. Mr. Kennedy also thanked a number of sponsors and volunteers, including Brooke O’Brien and Doreen Demarco of Gloria Nilson Realtors, Mayor Eric Hinds and The Hinds-Pearly Group at Merrill Lynch, and Serini Family

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Dental for being the foundation’s mile marker sponsor for the second straight year. He also thanked Bell Works, who graciously hosted the event for the second year in a row, and hoped that the company would continue to host another similar event in the near future. The Kid’s Run began first, and was followed by the 5K Race. Snacks, bagels, and drinks were provided for each race while a DJ played a variety of upbeat songs, including the theme song from Rocky. Coffee was also provided at the end of each race by Rook Coffee, and medals were given to runners under the age of 11, but it should be noted that over 300 runners of all ages took part in both events, and did an exceptional job. The Holmdel Foundation for Educational Excellence is a non-profit organization that

has worked tirelessly since 1996 to enhance the educational experience of every Holmdel student through a number of different programs and projects throughout the school district. Many of the programs include sports, academics, and the arts. The H.F.E.E also works to provide donations from the Holmdel community and corporate sponsors for vital materials and equipment used in those programs by holding fundraisers throughout the year. For example, many of the raised funds were used in the past to provide the Holmdel High School auditorium with a state of the art lighting and audio system, a weather station at W.R. Satz Middle School, and an upgraded library at Indian Hill School. This year, the 5K and Kids Fun Run will help raise enough money to supply Google Chromebooks for students at Indian Hill School, and will also continue to provide grants to Holmdel students and hard-working teachers. Mr. Kennedy also pointed out that in addition to raising $6,000 for the schools, events like the 5K are all about bringing the township community together as it goes through a major renaissance. To learn more about the H.F.E.E, visit www. hfee.org, where you can make a donation, learn about how you can serve as a trustee member or take part in a number of fundraisers in the near future.

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Holmdel Held 2nd Annual Daddy/Daughter Campout ON JUNE 17, 2016, Holmdel fathers and their daughters were roughing it at picturesque Bayonet Farm for a fun night under the stars. Open to girls in third through sixth grades and their dads – 40 girls and 31 dads signed up for the overnight event. Everyone enjoyed a barbecue, which was provided by Reds of Keyport, karaoke, s’mores over an open fire, sundaes, outdoors games, an evening movie and a late night hike! This event is the brainchild of Mayor Eric Hinds, and in its second year, more than doubled the attendees. “It was truly a community event that brought together fathers and their daughters, and it was perfect for Father’s Day weekend,” remarked Hinds.

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Outside of Holmdel, Jenni has sung with and been a long standing board member of the Monmouth Civic Chorus, and they both have led numerous trips with the Appalachian Mountain Club Adventure Travel. They have long been green advocates and outdoor enthusiasts. Over the course of several decades they completed hiking the entire Appalachian Trail from Maine to Georgia and have traveled to numerous countries. Ralph’s career as an engineer had him working for Bell Labs in Holmdel, and later for Telcordia until he retired. Jenni ON JULY 9, 2016, Ralph and Jenni worked as a document specialist at severBlumenthal will celebrate their 50th Wed- al libraries, with a long tenure at Schering ding Anniversary with their family in the Plough until she also retired. Ralph also Adirondacks. Since 1978, when they first enjoys photography, home renovations, moved to Holmdel, they have been active reading, nature, family, and traveling. community leaders and volunteers serving Jenni enjoys singing, organizing, family, the School Board, Planning Board, Open and socializing. Space Advisory Council, CILU, Friends Jenni and Ralph had two boys, Dave of Holmdel Open Space, Shade Tree and Pete, who both went through the Committee, Cub Scouts, and Boy Scouts. Holmdel School system, and many town

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activities including scouting, swim team at the pool club, band, cross country, track, and the Holmdel Theatre Company. Dave, also an outdoors adventurer, married Lexi Shear, had a daughter Linnaea in 2006, and settled in Montpelier, VT until his untimely passing in 2010 in an accident. Pete married Joo Cho, now June Blumenthal, also from Holmdel. They live in Wellesley, MA with their children Daniel (5 years old), Nathan (15 months), and Abby (5 months) and is a software engineering executive. Jenni and Ralph adore their family and enjoy spending as much time as they can with their grandchildren. Those who have come to know Ralph and Jenni around Holmdel have come to appreciate their love of community, family, travel, and ecological thinking. When you see them around town (and you will) - please congratulate them on their contributions, accomplishments, and on their golden anniversary.

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Local Monmouth County Jeweler Committed to Protecting the Natural World Joseph V. Brando Talks Sustainability & Responsibility in Sourcing Diamonds STORY S U S A N M U R P H Y

JOSEPH V. BRANDO, owner of J. Vincent Jewelers in Colts Neck, has been designing and manufacturing fine artful jewelry pieces for many years. He loves what he does and will create a custom piece of jewelry that is unique and priceless. Brando believes that jewelry is personal and he prides himself on showcasing the finest pieces available. Among them is a display of magnificent Forevermark diamonds – rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and pendants. “Diamonds are the universal symbol of love, commitment and eternity. We use them to celebrate important happy occasions in our life,” said Brando. What better way to make a dream come true than with a Forevermark diamond? In order for these rare and beautiful diamonds to reach their final journey, they must meet strict criteria, which only less than 1% of the world’s diamonds meet. Forevermark is part of The De Beers Group of Companies, which places responsibility and sustainability at the heart of its business strategy. A core value of the Forevermark brand is responsible sourcing. J. Vincent Jewelers is committed to protecting the natural world and the preservation of wildlife that The De Beers Group of Companies follows. Brando explained, “We drill and dig deep below the Earth’s surface to uncover these natural and rare precious gems more than a billion years old. The greatest appreciation of Forevermark and the DeBeers Group of Companies is the proactive and positive contribution they make to improve the lives of the people in these mining communities and the tremendous effort to maintain and enhance the surrounding ecosystem especially

Diamonds with a Conscience…Responsible Sourcing and Respect for the Environment. Left to right: Stephen Lussier, CEO, Forevermark; Bruce Cleaver, CEO, DeBeers Group; Joseph V. Brando, J.Vincent Jewelers; Kevin Seele, Jeweler; Philippe Mellier, Former CEO, DeBeers Group; and Charles Stanley, President, Forevermark North America

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COLTS NECK LIONS CLUB THIRD ANNUAL MOTORCYCLE POKER RUN PLANNED FOR AUGUST 20th Motorcycle enthusiasts, get ready to enjoy a Poker Run through Western Monmouth County on Saturday, August 20, 2016. The run begins with registration between 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. at Five Points Road Soccer Field, located across from Colts Neck High School (corner of Five Points Road and Route 537 in Colts Neck), and ends at Huddy’s Inn, located at 20 County Road 537 E in Colts Neck. Riders will receive one playing card at the starting point and 38

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The Mosaic Garden: Going Beyond the White, Picket Fence!

Maya Salerno at the event “Hogwarts in the Garden” on June 14, 2016, hosted by the Colts Neck Community Garden.

Master Gardener and Colts Neck Friends of the Library member Arnold Kleeberg visited Brandywine Senior Living Reflections at Colts Neck on June 18, 2016 for an outreach program. He is pictured with senior living residents Margaret Cochran, Carmen Fernandez and Wilma Reece.

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WHEN YOU THINK OF a garden, flowers and vegetables typically come to mind. But what if I told you there was a garden full of lovely people, poetry, flowers, vegetables, magic, and hope? The Colts Neck Community Garden is a mosaic of amazing activity with a garden at its core. In the small, quaint town of Colts Neck, sits a lovely little garden alive with beautiful flora and fauna. Its whimsical white trellis beckons one to enter. Once inside, you will be delighted by the variety of colors, textures and sounds along with a timeless statue of a young child engrossed in a favorite book at its center. This is the gardening home of several wonderful people and families who have chosen a plot in which to grow their favorite variety of plants. What was once an overgrown and unkempt space has now been transformed into a beautiful, thriving garden through the hard work, love, dedication and devotion of its gardeners. Going beyond the picket fence, the Colts Neck Community Garden hosted its first “Hogwarts in the Garden” event. On June 14, 2016, several young ladies ages 12-15 enjoyed a magical journey as they passed through Station 9 ¾ and into “Hogwarts in the Garden.” These ladies magically felt right at home with one another as they were sorted into their Hogwart houses, designed their very own wand, created house ties, explored Herbology and laughed so hard it hurt! These ladies are very excited for our next adventure into the magical realm of Hogwarts, which will be on July 12, 2016. All who register for this event are encouraged to attend in

full Potter costume. Beware, I do believe there might be a snitch about; a Golden one at that! On June 18, 2016, our very own master Gardener and member of The Colts Neck Friends of the Library Arnold Kleeburg and garden volunteer Emma Tamburello appeared at Brandywine Senior Living Reflections at Colts Neck. Their visit was part of our “Bringing the Garden to You” outreach program. The lovely residents of Brandywine thoroughly enjoyed getting their hands dirty while engaged in conversation with Ms. Tamburello and Mr. Kleeburg. Beautiful flowers and herbs were planted by the residents, which were then placed in their outdoor garden. Whether inside the walls of the white picket fence or beyond; our mission is to bring generations together to sow seeds and relationships. When you hear the laughter of little children, watch a joy-filled senior citizen, hear a 92-year-old women quote Shakespeare from memory at one our “Poetry in the Garden” gatherings or watch the joy on the face of local business owner when he is offering a donation for the garden, we know we have hit the mark. The word “We” encompasses so many wonderful people; our gardeners, The Friends of the Library, local business owners such as Delicious Orchards, Brock Farms of Colts Neck, The Home Depot of Marlboro and the community! Please join us and become part of the beautiful mosaic of happenings at the garden. Visit and “like” the Colts Neck Community garden on Facebook – “coltsneckcommunitygarden”.

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In May 2015, a new roundabout at the intersection of Dutch Lane, Crine Road and Heulitt Road opened for public use with the purpose of slowing and controlling traffic. The roads, as they were, had come together at an awkward alignment, and over the years was the site of traffic accidents, some near-fatal. This past May, the focal point of that roundabout was erected as the finishing touch to this county project. Standing over six feet tall and over nine feet wide, a beautiful bronze horse is now the centerpiece to the roundabout. Lillian Burry, former Colts Neck mayor and Monmouth County Freeholder said, “It’s absolutely spectacular, it’s beyond my wildest dreams The horse was bought at cost from Brock Farms Home and Garden World for $13,500. Overall, the entire project cost was about $1.3 million. Ed Brock Jr., who lives near the roundabout, presented the statue at cost. The purpose of the horse is to alert drivers not to drive straight through the intersection, as well as represents a nod to the farming heritage in Colts Neck.

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Village School PSA Hosted Annual Carnival

ON MAY 20, 2016, Holmdel’s Village School PSA hosted its annual carnival. This was the group’s biggest fundraising event of year. The children of Village School played carnival games, bounced around in bounce houses and participated in many fun-filled crafts. The PSA would like to thank all the par-

ents of Village School who helped make this year’s Carnival one of the best ever. Everything the PSA accomplishes for the Village School community is made possible by the commitment, enthusiasm, and passion of the parents, teachers, and administrators who dedicate their time to making our children’s educational expe-

rience the best it can possibly be. And because of this commitment, the PSA was able to donate $20,000 for Village School to purchase two charging carts and 50 Chromebooks. The Village School PSA is looking forward to another great school year for 2016-2017.

Holmdel School Hosts “Village Idol”

VILLAGE IDOL RETURNED TO Village School in Holmdel on May 13, 2016. The teachers and staff at Village School partner with the students and community to host a variety entertainment show to benefit a worthy cause. “The staff and the students look forward to Village Idol each year. While this show provides an opportunity to have fun, it also provides a very important teaching moment for our students to 44

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Carol Stillwell Donates $3 Million to Oncology Infusion Center at Riverview Medical Center During Meridian Health’s Annual Meeting on June 8, 2016, John Lloyd, FACHE, president and CEO of Meridian Health announced that Mrs. Carol Stillwell of Colts Neck, president of Stillwell-Hansen, Inc., has generously pledged to donate $3 million to Riverview Medical Center’s 29,000 square foot BuildingHOPE oncology expansion project. The $3 million donation will specifically support the newly renovated infusion center, featuring 20 new infusion areas lined with floor to ceiling windows that provide patients with a tranquil view of the Navesink River. The infusion area will officially be named the Larkin-Stillwell-Hansen Infusion Center. “It is an honor to be able to give back to Riverview Medical Center, as I truly consider Riverview to be at the root of my journey with the Meridian family,” explained Mrs. Stillwell. “I have spent many days at Riverview with precious family and friends while they were undergoing various treatments and it was in some of those most difficult hours that I witnessed firsthand the finest care and compassion that the Riverview family had to offer. It is with great pride and in keeping with my heartfelt belief in giving back, that I support this major expansion to assist Riverview in continuing to provide for the needs of the future patients of our community.” Scheduled to open this year, Riverview Medical Center’s 29,000 square foot addition will include a combination of visual and technical upgrades in order to meet the clinical and emotional needs of patients. This is part of a larger commitment, in which Merid-

Carol Stillwell of Colts Neck in the Larkin-Stillwell-Hansen Infusion Center at Riverview Medical Center. The new infusion center opened to patients in February.

ian is BuildingHOPE with a three-year “Above all it is the amazing, successinvestment of $128 million towards ful cancer care which my beloved twin community-based cancer services at sister, Mary Ann, has received that six locations in Monmouth and Ocean continues to inspire me and drives my counties. In addition to the 20 infu- commitment to this endeavor,” added sion bays, Riverview Medical Center’s Mrs. Stillwell. cancer center expansion will include: In addition to experiences with patwo TrueBeam™ linear accelerators, the tient care, Mrs. Stillwell currently most advanced technology available in serves as a Trustee on the Bayshore radiation therapy; new specialists join- Community Hospital Foundation and ing an already established and expert Meridian Health Foundation Board of team to provide a multi-disciplinary ap- Trustees. She provides annual nursing proach to care; and expanded access to scholarships at Bayshore and hosts Meridian Cancer Care nurse navigators an annual nurses’ appreciation event, to guide patients every step of the way. where she spends an evening out with “Carol’s impact on Meridian Health over 100 Bayshore nurses, celebrating goes far beyond major gifts,” explained their commitment to remarkable paJohn Lloyd. “She walks through the tient care. halls of our hospitals and simply brings “Carol is truly a part of the Meridian joy to those around her. She is known Health family and I cannot express how by all of our team members as someone grateful we are for her support of our who not only supports worthy causes oncology expansion project,” explained through monetary donations, but do- Timothy Hogan, FACHE, regional hosnates her time and energy to passion- pital president for Monmouth County, ately change the world for the better.” Meridian Health. “We must constantly Mrs. Stillwell’s journey started at Riv- grow in order to bring our patients the erview Medical Center where her late most cutting-edge treatments in their father received cancer care though she fight against cancer. With support from has deep connections across Meridian generous community members like Health. At various times, every member Carol, we can provide the care our paof her family including her late mother, tients deserve.” husband and brother-in-law were cared for at one or more Meridian facilities.

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Oak Hill Academy’s Boat Building Club Launches Successful Maiden Voyage THE OAK HILL ACADEMY Boat Building Club presented its boat, the U.S.S. Oak Hill on May 21, 2016 at Deal Lake in Asbury Park! Each student who helped in the construction process was able to take a turn riding in the canoe. This opportunity was initiated through Project U.S.E. This Project is presented through a long-term, on-site relationship with participating schools and agencies. Students of middleor high-school age explore the maritime history of their region

and learn the science and art involved in boat building. The Program combines standard curricula, (math, physics, history, etc.) with rigorous and exciting experiential learning—a hallmark of Project U.S.E.’s programs. The Program culminates in the building and launching of wooden canoes or sailboats constructed by the students. The Oak Hill students in the after school club had a lot of fun cutting, drilling, sanding, and painting the boat. Their boat was special in many ways. It took a lot of teamwork, dedication, and creativity to build it. The team learned so many new things. Their favorite part of boat building was when they got to use the jigsaw and cut out all the pieces of the boat. They were guided by club moderator and art teacher, Miss Cassie DiMaggio. Boat Building was such a wonderful experience for all of them and they were excited to see their boat hit the water! Anchors away!

Saint Leo the Great Participates in Day of Service school, enjoying refreshments and being taken back to the 50’s era while watching the students perform the spring play, “The Nifty Fifties”. Each grade was involved in the preparations for SLG’s special guests - Preschool students made a welcome banner, Kindergarten students made centerpieces, while 1st grade students made posters and 2nd grade students created thank you cards. The 3rd and 4th graders decorated CD’s of 50’s music and prepared gift bags for the guests, and the 5th and 6th grade students served refreshments and escorted SLG’s visitors to their seats to see the 7th and 8th grade students perform. SAINT LEO THE GREAT School (SLG), participated in the As stated by Principal Cornelius Begley, “Thank you to all who Diocesan-wide initiative of a day of service, this year entitled helped put this day together – especially all of our volunteers – “Catholic Schools Do It All”. At SLG, the entire school came to- and a special thank you to all of our students for making this day gether to serve its senior neighbors at Luftman Towers in Lincroft. of service a success and representing Saint Leo the Great School Residents of Luftman Towers were invited to be guests at the and our Catholic values so well!”

Seventh Graders Built Boat from Scratch; Launch Canoe in Deal Lake RANNEY SCHOOL SEVENTH GRADERS launched a 14-foot canoe in Deal Lake on May 21, 2016 after spending four months building it out of two sheets of marine plywood. Known as the “Boat Builders,” these students collaborated with Art Teacher Madeleine McCarthy and the nonprofit organization Project U.S.E. to create what they named “Boaty the Whale.” This year’s boat builders included: Tatiana Lanfranchi of Lincroft, John Leventhal of Colts Neck, Elena Raccuia of FarmingdaPHOTO: Ranney School Boat Builders le, John Tager-Geffner of Toms River and Hubert Wang of Holmdel. They represent show off their self-made “Boaty the the third group of Ranney students in the Whale”. Left to right: Hubert Wang, past three years to have built a canoe from John Tager-Geffner, Elena Raccuia, Tatiana Lanfranchi and John Leventhal. scratch under the direction of Project U.S.E.,

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