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NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

he first day of spring has come and gone, and with all this unpredictable weather outside, you might be wondering where is spring? I assure you, as history tells it, spring does in fact grace us with her presence, she just took a little longer this year. This simple fact of having a longer winter will ensure us to enjoy even more the delights of springtime, with all the outdoor events in our near future, we will be sure to get out of the house to enjoy this season’s fresh air! A fun outside and free event is the annual Holmdel’s Bayonet Farm Earth Day Festival, which will be held on April 28, this is a wonderful outdoor experience for the whole family, for more information, check out page 30. A big news piece in March was the election of a new pope, and one Colts Neck resident, Kimberley Weinberg, witnessed history in Rome as she spends her semester abroad. Community Magazine spoke with Kimberley about her experience and we have shared her story on page 14.

The coordinated efforts of our local towns to help areas devastated by Super Storm Sandy are long-term relief organizations that have events, fundraising and drives, happening all the time. In March, Holmdel Helps (an initiative to assist Keansburg), kicked off their efforts with a casual evening of dinner and music at The Gramercy at Lakeside Manor in Hazlet, they set a goal of raising over $100,000 and attained it, more details can be read on page 32 and 33! Operation Provide Comfort (a Colts Neck iniative to assist Union Beach) has been holding different events throughout March and April to help Union Beach with their specific needs, Community Magazine has covered all these throughout the April edition. Lastly, to keep up with your local news and event listings on a day to day basis – please “like” Community Publications on Facebook. All my best,

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Bayshore Community Hospital Announces Generous Donation from Local Holmdel Family “Meridian Health and Bayshore have played a pivotal role in the well-being of our family for many years, and we want this donation to serve as inspiration for others to donate to their local hospital as well.” Shore University Medical Center. Then, during Labor Day weekend of 2012, Evey avoided being struck by a motorist while driving a scooter down at the Jersey shore. Evey’s wrist was crushed in the incident and he insisted in the ambulance that he be brought to a Meridian facility. The skilled surgical team, led by a hand specialist at Ocean Medical Center repaired Evey’s wrist. And in October of 2012, Evey arrived at the Emergency Care Center at Bayshore Community Hospital for treatment of an infection. He was thrilled once again at the speed and efficiency of his care – something he expected from a Meridian hospital. “I was truly astounded at the level of care and the compassion that I saw all around me,” says Evey Stanziale. “Meridian Health and Bayshore have played a pivotal role in the well-being of our family for many years, and we want this donation to serve as inspiration for others to donate to their local hospital as well.” In addition to the generous financial support from Evey and Tammi, Evey decided that a monetary donation was simply not enough. Evey recently joined as a Trustee at the Bayshore Community Hospital Foundation.

Evey Stanziale and son, Michael Stanziale

ayshore Community Hospital today announced a generous donation from Evaristo (Evey) and Tammi Stanziale of Holmdel, NJ. The Stanziale family felt strongly about supporting Bayshore’s vision after having several positive experiences with Bayshore and Meridian Health over the past two decades. In recognition of their generous gift, the Surgical Services Lounge on the first floor of Bayshore will be dedicated to the Stanziale family. “We are very grateful for the generous support of the Stanziale family – they are an example of proactive and impactful philanthropy touching many lives through the good work and growth of Bayshore Community Hospital,” says David Flood, president of the Meridian Health Affiliated Foundations. “As Meridian Health continues to enhance the breadth and depth of services at Bayshore Community Hospital, gifts such as this one are critical to fund new technologies and programs that save and enhance lives.” Bayshore Community Hospital and Meridian Health have played a major role in the lives of the Stanziale family. For nearly 20 years, Evey and his family have appreciated the excellent level of care provided by Meridian’s facilities. At only ten years old, Evey’s son Michael, now 17, was diagnosed with a cyst in his neck that required immediate surgery at K. Hovnanian’s Children Hospital, part of Jersey

“I wanted to not only support the hospital financially, but also wanted to give of my time, energy, and expertise,” says Evey. “For those community members that haven’t been to Bayshore in a while, you’ll be blown away by the changes that have been made and those slated for the near future – this is a new day here in our community.” “Over the past two and a half years, we’ve developed a clear, strategic plan that positions Bayshore Community Hospital for the future and provides the best experience for our patients and guests, says Timothy J. Hogan, FACHE, regional president of Bayshore Community Hospital and Riverview Medical Center. “The generosity of the Stanziale family affords Bayshore the opportunity to further deliver on our promise to the community.”

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“A Spring Ring” Handbell Concert

The 10th Annual Handbell Concert at Colts Neck Reformed Church will be held on April 28 at 7:00 p.m. Colts Neck Reformed Church has five handbell choirs – Echo Ringers, Joyful Ringers, Morning Bells, Celebration Ringers and Exultation Ringers – and all will be in concert on this special night. Our 70+ ringers will delight you with a variety of handbell selections in different musical styles – there is something for everyone! Invite your family, friends and neighbors! You won’t want to miss this wonderful evening of bell music. This free concert will be followed by a reception in our Fellowship Hall. Colts Neck Reformed Church is located at 72 County Road 537 West, ¼ mile west of Rt. 34. For more information, call Maggie Tripold at 732.462.4555 or visit us at www.coltsneckreformed.org.

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Introducing the new Center for Sleep Medicine at Bayshore Community Hospital. Our Center will make you feel right at home, with private rooms and bathrooms, comfortable beds, flat-screen televisions, and recliner chairs all within a contemporary setting. In the morning guests are provided with toiletries to freshen up and may enjoy a light breakfast before starting their day. The Center is led by board certified sleep medicine physicians and staffed by a team of trained sleep technologists who employ a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating your sleep disorders, while our dedicated nurse navigator is available to guide you through the entire process. The effects of sleep disorders are not only tiresome, but can lead to more serious health conditions if left untreated. Stop counting sheep, call 855.267.1181 to learn more about our Center or visit www.BayshoreHospital.org/Sleep and take a virtual tour. The Sleep Centers of Meridian Neuroscience are located in five convenient locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties.

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5th Annual Colts Neck Business Association Luncheon CNBA is Building on “Solid Foundations”

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igger and better is the way to describe what has become the premier business luncheon happening in Monmouth County. With over 300 tickets sold almost two weeks before the event, website registration had to be shutdown and people called up to the morning of the event looking for tickets. No this was not a rock concert or celebrity sighting, it was the 5th Annual Colts Neck Business Association Luncheon and one of the most successful networking opportunities of the year. “People meeting people with the common goal of building their business is the appeal of our events” says Glen J. Dalakian who is serves as President of this extraordinary organization. “We had such an exceptional year in 2012 and our vision for this year includes solidifying our foundations to ensure the long term success of the CNBA for the benefit of its members and the community” he continues. The CNBA has been actively involved in helping their neighbors. In addition to having many members involved in Operation Provide Comfort Union Beach, the CNBA made a $1,000.00 donation to the fund and helped to raise additional dollars to assist the residents who are in the recovery process. “Our commitment to the community and especially to those impacted by the storms is unwavering” says Jill Valentino, long term CNBA member and Committee head of CNBA. For more info about the CNBA, visit www.ColtsNeckBusiness.org or “like” us on Facebook!

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The CNBA presented a check to Jennifer Maier, Union Beach Borough Administrator at the 5th Annual CNBA Luncheon on March 5, 2013. Left to right: Glen J. Dalakian, CNBA President; Jennifer Maier, Union Beach Borough Administrator; Anna Appolonia, CNBA Vice President; Monica Vermeulen, CNBA Secretary; Carolyn Burtnick, CNBA Secretary; Andrea Giannopoulos, CNBA Vice President; and David Sokoler, CNBA Treasurer.

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HURRICANE SANDY BENEFIT LUNCH FOR KEANSBURG Story Susan Murphy

ver 200 people attended a special luncheon on March 7 at the Holmdel Senior/Center which was sponsored by the Holmdel Recreation Wednesday Cooking Class. In keeping with Holmdel Helps relief efforts to assist Keansburg residents in rebuilding and restoring their homes, the Cooking Class wanted to do their part to help. Plans were made and local eateries contacted to assist in the event. The lunch menu included soup, salad, pasta, and dessert. The Cooking Class was given a recipe for Pastaefagioli by Chef Antonietta Picascia, who teaches the weekly class, and on the day of the luncheon they brought in six crock pots of Pastaefagioli. “They did a wonderful job!” said Chef Picascia. And it seems to have been a favorite with the guests, as near the end of the luncheon all of the soup was gone. The ladies socialized with the guests as they served the buffet-style luncheon and kept the event casual and fun. Holmdel Committeeman Joseph Ponisi attended the luncheon and was pleased to see the large turnout. “This is just another way for Holmdel residents to help Keansburg residents rebuild their community. We made a pledge to help and this luncheon is our way of continuing to do that. There will be more fundraising events in the near future. Everyone here and the 700 who attended the March 1 event were very generous.”

Holmdel Recreation’s Wednesday Cooking Class prepared Pastaefagioli for the March 7, 2013 Benefit Luncheon for Keansburg, as well as coordinating and serving other Italian dishes.

Chef Picascia and her class would like to thank all the businesses for their donations, a special thanks to Tammi Stanziale for coordinating the luncheon, and Recreation Facilities Manager Deborah Dow for ensuring that the needs of everyone involved in the event were met.

Far right: Holmdel Kiwanis President Sharon Schultz attended the luncheon and representing the Kiwanis support of the relief efforts for Keansburg.

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ABOVE: Kimberley Weinberg outside of the Vatican.

olts Neck resident Kimberley Weinberg had no idea she would witness history in the making when deciding to spend a semester in Rome. A student at Quinnipiac University, Weinberg shared her experience in Rome through the Quinnipiac Wire, the university’s official blog.

“As soon as I decided to spend the semester in Rome, I knew I had to attend Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica. On Ash Wednesday, some friends and I had the privilege to not only attend Mass in St Peter’s, but also to attend Pope Benedict XVI’s last Ash Wednesday service. It was absolutely unbelievable to be there. St. Peter’s Basilica is incredible and simply being there leaves me speechless, so to be there on Ash Wednesday was remarkable. Although I do not speak Latin and could not understand every word they were saying, I was still able to follow along. I knew that Mass is universal, but it was still interesting to see that it truly was similar to Mass at home, just in a different language.” Ms. Weinberg did not realize at the time that she was about to witness two unbelievable moments in history – the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI and the announcement of Pope Francesco. Ms. Weinberg would be able to share both historical moments firsthand with future generations. “As if living in Vatican City, let alone Italy, is not amazing in itself, I have had the amazing opportunity to watch history be made. A week into living in Italy, Pope Benedict XVI announced that he would resign, making him the first pope in 600 years to do so. The next day, Vatican City was flooded with news reporters and camera crews.” The excitement of being in the right place at the right time was mixed with a deep feeling of reverence. “After the amazing experience on Ash Wednesday, once I

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BELOW: On Ash Wednesday, Kimberley Weinberg had the privilege to not only attend Mass in St Peter’s, but also to attend Pope Benedict XVI’s last Ash Wednesday service.

ABOVE: Weinberg with thousands of other people in St. Peter’s Square waiting patiently for the big reveal of the new pope!

heard the conclave began on Tuesday, I knew I had to be there to witness the white smoke. It was originally rumored that the announcement would be Thursday, so when my friends and I went to St. Peter’s Square tonight, we were expecting black smoke to come out. When everyone saw that it was white smoke, the crowd went wild and everyone began clapping and cheering in excitement; many people cried tears of joy.” Realizing she would have the extraordinary opportunity to greet a new pope was beyond anything she could ever have experienced. “It was an indescribable feeling to know that I was about to witness the revealing of the new pope and history in the making. After the smoke subsided, we all waited patiently for the pope to come out onto the balcony.” Ms. Weinberg noted that once everyone came out and it was announced that the new pope was Pope Francesco, everyone began chanting “Viva la Papa” or “Francesco.” She was in awe of what followed. “Seeing Pope Francesco on the balcony with all of the cardinals left me speechless. I have never been a part of something so amazing in all of my life and I am so grateful to have been able to witness both Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francesco. Not only have I had the amazing opportunity to witness firsthand two popes, I witnessed the first pope to resign in 600 years, the first non-European pope and the first pope Francesco.” Deeply impacted by her experience, Ms. Weinberg shared, “Never in my wildest dreams would I have ever thought that my decision to spend a semester in Italy would result in me being a part of so many wonderful historical events. I am truly blessed and grateful for these opportunities and am excited to see what is yet to come.”

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Lincroft School PTA Presents 5th Annual

Casino Night

Left to right: Casino Night Committee Chairs Suzana Hot, Erica Gottlieb, Kristin Rigopoulis, Anthony Guglielmi, Michele Daley, and Jeannine Cito gather for a photo before the start of the Lincroft School PTA Casino Night on March 15, 2013.

incroft Elementary School PTA held their fifth annual “Let It Roll” Casino Night on March 15 at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club in Farmingdale. The five-hour event included a cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres, incredible food, great music by Rich Kaufman Productions, Inc., and the services of Tumbling Dice Entertainment. Basket raffles were beautifully wrapped and offered three tiers of baskets. Students and teachers from each class donated for the Class Baskets; Deluxe Baskets consisted of gift certificates for various local businesses, a 2013 American Girl of the Year Doll, a chance to be Principal for a Day, beautiful jewelry, autographed baseballs, and much more. Grand Baskets included such items as a 7-day stay in Antigua, a room makeover, Gucci handbag, and 4 tickets to a 2013 Yankees game. Families and school staff also donated many of the Deluxe and Grand Baskets. The Auction items tempted guests with the possibility of winning a round of golf at Trump National, a studio session and Masterpiece wall portrait on canvas with Kramer Photography, or possibly a special Disney package, as well as three other incredible auction items. “Let It Roll” Casino Night was an amazing success thanks to the Casino Night Committee Chairs Suzana Hot, Jeannine Cito, Kristin Rigopoulis, Michele Daley and Erica Gottlieb; as well as the 20122013 PTA Executive Board of President Deborah Piperno, Vice President of Programs Elena Delaney, Vice President of Fundraising Anthony Guglielmi, Treasurer Claudia Healey, Recording Secretary Wendy Negron-Moore, and Corresponding Secretary Debra Montalbano. Teacher Representatives Peggilee Barry and Toni Alfano assist throughout the year. This highly anticipated PTA fundraiser is generously supported by Lincroft School families and local businesses for which the Committee Chairs and the PTA Executive Board is truly grateful.

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COLT FEST

Brings Teens Together For Positive Learning Through Fun Activities Story Susan Murphy

tudents from Cedar Drive Middle School participated in the first-ever Colt Fest held on February 28 at the school. Over 120 students attended the three hour event which was coordinated by Health teacher Tim Mulligan. His committee consisting of PTO President Pamela Molloy, the building administrators, and teachers at Cedar Drive decided to merge the girls and guys night out which were previously hosted separately into one large event. “We hoped to get a greater turnout and have more focus on building school community. I believe we were successful,” he said.

Mr. Mulligan noted, “Staff members, community members and organizations that facilitated the sessions provided an environment where students felt comfortable learning, participating and engaging in activities that they love or that may have been completely new to them. The feedback from the students was very positive.”

he goals of the event were to continue to develop the school community, build character, and provide a fun, safe environment for students to have an opportunity to engage in and learn about activities that are available to them that they may not otherwise try, explained Mr. Mulligan. “From the feedback that I received from the students, parents, staff and community, we succeeded in doing these things. Students attended one mandatory session and were able to choose their remaining three sessions from Surfing 101; Weight Training; Girls Only Weight Training; Mountain Biking; MMA/Self Defense; Make-up and Skin Care; Hair Styling; Fashion; Video Game Truck; Jam Session with Mr. Sullivan; Cooking; Easy Desserts; Ballroom Dancing; and Breakreate. The primary sponsors of the event were the Colts Neck Alliance, a sponsor of these types of events for many years; and the Colts Neck PBA, new this year. “The focus of the Colts Neck Alliance is to provide students with opportunities to engage in activities in their school and community so they are developing good character, making good decisions regarding drugs, alcohol and other issues, and to develop a community of young people with great character who want to serve their community. This was the first year that the Colts Neck PBA assisted in the funding of the event and we are incredibly grateful for their contribution.” Mr. Mulligan said that many of the facilitators volunteered their time and donated gifts for the event. These included the Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Red Bank, Je T’aime Coiffure Salon, Anthropologie, Sephora, the Lakewood Blue Claws, and Retro Fitness. Prior to the start of the event and during the dinner break, students were entertained by 2 River Band. Shelli Cole, a DJ from The Breeze Radio was the emcee for the event. The students’ $5 entry for the event covered everything including the raffle and food, said Mr. Mulligan. Along with their entry fee, students were asked to donate a can of food, which will go to The Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

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Sweetheart Dance BRINGS DADS AND DAUGHTERS TOGETHER

ads and their daughters attended the annual Sweetheart Dance held at the Holmdel Senior Community Center on February 23. Sponsored by Holmdel Recreation, the special event was open to Holmdel girls in the third to sixth grades. The event was sold out almost immediately. The total in attendance was 136. As they arrived at the dance, Dads and their daughters were asked to pose for a keepsake photo taken by a representative from TSS Photography. DJ Jeff of Good Vibrations was already playing music as the girls ushered their dads into the main room, which was decorated in red and white, including a lighted red heart on the wall, and red tablecloths covering each table. The girls quickly found their friends and began socializing until all of the “couples” arrived. Once everyone was settled, DJ Jeff reminded both dads and their daughters that this was a special night for them as a “couple” and the majority of the dancing and contests would be focused on the two of them. The fun began as gradually each dad joined their daughter on the dance floor. A hot buffet dinner catered by DeMarco’s Catering and Gourmet Deli of Aberdeen was enjoyed by dads and their daughters.

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n this day of instant communication, an event that started with 12 prom dresses grew to over 200 in five short days all because of an event page posting on the Operation Provide Comfort [OPC] Facebook site thanks to OPC volunteer Deirdre Zander of Colts Neck.

Operation Provide Comfort is a Colts Neck based organization born out of empathy for the Hurricane Sandy survivors in Union Beach. Money raised through Operation Provide Comfort is being used to help victims of Hurricane Sandy that reside in Union Beach, which was one of the town’s hardest hit by the storm. One hundred percent of all donations go to the residents of Union Beach. From this mission, the Prom Dress Program was developed to help the young people of Union Beach forget for just a little while the hardships their families are facing. Initially only asking 30 of her friends to help, Zander found out quickly how excited people were to find a way to help the people in Union Beach. “I never thought a small event could turn out this big or have the effect on people that it has. It’s amazing and wonderful to see the generosity of so many people,” said Deirdre Zander. “One friend would invite other friends, who told other friends and just kept spreading.” Zander worked with the Colts Neck Fire Co #1 on County Road 537, which volunteered the use of their building as a prom dress collection site on February 24. Mulberry Market, another Colts Neck business located on Highway 34, opened their doors as a prom dress collection site during their regular business hours. After the dresses were collected, they would be delivered by Zander and volunteers to Faith Chapel in Union Beach. However, many people took the initiative to bring their prom dresses directly to the Faith Chapel. On March 1, Faith Chapel opened their doors to the girls of Union Beach to choose a prom dress of their liking. Thanks to so many people donating, there were 400 dresses for the girls to choose from. From the Facebook event page, there was over 200 dresses donated from all over the state. One of the people invited by a friend of Zander’s to the Facebook Event page, Donna Lynn Geigrich, a previous Mrs. NJ pageant contestant (and former Mrs. Red Bank) volunteered to contact all of her pageant friends asking them to donate their gently used formal wear. Mrs. Geigrich also has graciously offered to open her Red Bank office as an additional dress drop off point.

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Deirdre continued to collect dresses for Faith Chapel for their event on March 22 and March 23. By the time the donations were finished, they collected over 1,000 dresses in a little more than a month of starting the collection! Zander and Diana Piotrowski are now working with a local Mary Kay regional director to offer make-overs for the girls, and are also looking to secure hairdressers and florists to donate their time and talent to make prom night special.

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10 FOR YOUR LITTLE SWEETIES THIS SPRING With warm weather on its way, we can’t wait to get out and about. And nothing makes a day trip or an afternoon of errands more sweet than some sweets. (Not to mention they’re a great way to bribe, err, reward, little ones who wait oh-so-patiently while you get stuff done.) Here’s our list of ten unique shops with sugary delights for sweet tooths of every age.

LOLLIES CANDY CO, FAIR HAVEN Prepare the taste buds for a sensational mix of retro specialties or classic treats. And if your kiddos can’t decide, grab a bag and go nuts scooping up faves from their bulk bins. A sweet addition? They deliver! 799a River Road. 732.747.8427 www.lolliescandyco.com

Red Bank Chocolate, Red Bank Head into the heart of Red Bank, and pick up homemade chocolates of all shapes and sizes. Try a “Jersey Twist”, a chocolate covered Oreo, or the Nutella Chocolate Covered Pretzel Twist—a customer fave! 17 White Street. 732.219.0822 www.redbankchocolateshoppe.com

Ricky’s Candy Cones & Chaos, Red Bank Who doesn’t love a trip into Ricky’s? Known for its wall of candy bins, make your own sundaes, and extra sweet birthdays, kids love this Red Bank fave. Cupcakes are on the menu, too, with a new gluten free cup cakery in the house. BONUS: Arcade games make this hang out even sweeter. 86 Broad Street. 732.842.4637 www.rickysofredbank.com

Suckers Candy Shop, Belford Kick it old school at this candy store and take your gang for a trip back in time with a “decade box” or a mix of old school candy, think astro pops, wax lips and more. And that’s not all, cupcakes and fresh baked cookies are an option (as if the candy wasn’t enough). 88 Leonardville Road. 732.769.2599 www.facebook.com/Suckers-Candy-Shop

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Suzi’s Sweet Shoppe, Middletown Suzi’s Sweet Shoppe is known for it’s made to order chocolate covered everything--strawberries, marshmallows, rice crispies, pretzels, peeps and more! This Middletown staple is worth the diversion off the highway, and assures you a sweet ride home. 1100 Highway 35. 732.796.0115 www.suzisweetshoppe.com

Sugarush, Red Bank Yep, they sure did name this place right. Your kiddos can decorate their own cupcakes with all kinds of toppings at the cupcake bar. And when they’re done, they can check out the candy selection and take some to go! 37 East Front Street. 732.414.9044 www.experiencesugarush.com

Cake, Bake & Roll, Long Branch This bakery has it all (including a walk on the beach). After a tooling around Pier Village, pick up some cupcakes for the kiddos, candy or grab a pie or cake for later. Your little sweeties will have fun checking out the European ice cream machine. Pier Village. 732.483.6286

topped macaroons (a personal fave). Get there early as their goodies go fast! Atlantic Highlands. 732.291.2555 www.facebook.com/flakytart

Jenkinson’s Sweet Shop, Point Pleasant You know your kids will love a trip to beach no matter what the weather especially when they stop into Jenkinson’s Sweet Shop. Store signatures include saltwater taffy, homemade fudge, and giant lollipops. And if you don’t feel like making the trip, you can shop online. 300 Ocean Avenue. 732.892.7576 www.jenkinsons.com/sweet-shop

Criterion Chocolates, Eatontown This shop has been making chocolate for over 80 years here at the Jersey Shore. You’re sure to find something perfectly sweet for the kiddies, including peanut butter chunks, salt water taffy, red and white nonpareil pops, and chocolate covered strawberries. Or just stop in and browse the candy showcase and choose from an assortment of goodies. 125 Lewis Street. 732.542.7847 www.criterionchocolates.com

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Operation Provide Comfort Teams Up With NWS Earle & HAPAG-LLOYD To Deliver Two Shipping Containers to the Town of Union Beach

peration Provide Comfort (OPC) a Colts Neck-based organization born out of empathy for the Hurricane Sandy survivors in Union Beach, recently coordinated the donation of two (2), 40-foot shipping containers to the Town of Union Beach. The containers were generously donated by Hapag-Lloyd Inc., and offloaded at Borough Hall with the help of a forklift donated by NWS Earle on March 19, 2013. Borough Administrator Jennifer Maier told Operation Provide Comfort of the serious need for some type of covered / lockable storage for building and other supplies used by residents. The town leaders had nowhere to store them. The OPC team quickly went to work.

“What better way to solve that problem than with 40 foot containers?” said Colts Neck Resident Ernest Janssen, a volunteer with OPC. Janssen reached out to his dear friend Hans Trey at Hapag-Lloyd in Germany. An e-mail was sent and the response from Hans and the people of Hapag-Lloyd was overwhelming and heart-warming. Ms. Erlfrede Buehn contacted Ernest immediately and assured him that Hapag-Lloyd would provide two containers whenever the community was ready to receive them and there would be no cost to the people of Union Beach. OPC then contacted NWS Earle, which provided a forklift to offload the containers. Robert (Bob) Wysocki, manager container

control, corporate logistics, Hapag-Lloyd (and resident of Howell, NJ) was on hand to make sure things went smoothly. “This definitely hits the heart of our company. Our U.S. corporate headquarters are located in Piscataway, and many of our workers were affected by the storm. We don’t normally donate our containers, but I’m really proud of the fact that our leadership stepped in to help the residents of Union Beach.” PHOTOS LEFT: Left to right: Robert (Bob) Wysocki, Hapag-Lloyd; Jennifer Maier, Union Beach Borough Adminstrator; and Colts Neck resident and OPC volunteer Ernest Janssen stand in front of one of the containers donated by Hapag-Lloyd. RIGHT: A forklift donated by NWS Earle moves the 40-foot container in Union Beach on March 19, 2013.

Colts Neck Resident Picked for 2013 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Ryan M. Singh, son of Pamela McGuire and Harry Singh of Colts Neck, a graduating senior at Biotechnology High School, has been named one of more than 3,000 candidates in the 2013 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The candidates were selected from nearly 3.4 million students expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in the year 2013. Inclusion in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, now in its 49th year, is one of the highest honors bestowed upon graduating high school seniors. Scholars are selected on the basis of the superior academic and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement in community and school activities. Scholars will be invited to Washington, DC, for several days in June 2013 to receive the Presidential Scholars Medallion at a recognition ceremony and to participate in events and activities with their elected representatives, educators, and other leading individuals in public life.

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Colts Neck Resident Awarded Gertrude Stein Award For Fiction Story Susan Murphy Photo Carmela Caracappa Photography

Colts Neck resident Jill Birdsall

recently received the Gertrude Stein Award for Fiction for her winning story, “Salvage.” The annual award is given by The Doctor T. J. Eckleburg Review, a Literary and Arts Journal of The John Hopkins University, to recognize “excellence, tradition and innovation in storytelling.” Her story was originally published in The Emerson Review in 2012 and will be republished in anthology in April. “The award was a pleasant surprise,” said Ms. Birdsall. While earning an MFA degree in fiction from Columbia University, Ms. Birdsall was editor-in-chief of Columbia: A Journal of Literature & Art. She was also a reader for George Plimpton’s Paris Review in New York City. When she decided to leave New York and return to Monmouth County, two events occurred, the birth of a son and daughter. Years passed. “I worried about writing and how I would get back to it. When I tried to write again, my attempts were a series of ideas untended and countless false starts. I told myself it just wasn’t my time. Then my children’s creativity began to develop, I watched them grow, admired them, loved them, was inspired by them, and finally my own creativity re-awakened. But I don’t think it was until I saw my children’s lives as unique and distinct from mine, in other words

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imagined that empty space of them leaving for college, that I fully reclaimed my desire to write.”

when his voice changes can no longer be heard by his mother.”

The award-winning story is part of her collection of twelve stories published individually in literary journals across the United States. Most of the stories in this collection were published between 2010 and 2013. Ms. Birdsall explained, “The stories of this collection happened while I was doing a million other things--working, taking care of our home, working!, driving to drop off and pick up my children from school. But while those other things were keeping me busy, I began pulling off the road to write down what was writing itself in my head. I didn’t really like this narrator’s voice, I was embarrassed by it, but I stopped to listen.”

When asked what writing means to her, Ms. Birdsall said. “It’s the way I see things, the way I’ve always seen things. I remember writing stories from as early as first grade. One of my stories, “Pears,” published in the Iowa Review, comes from a story I originally tried to write when I was in grammar school. It’s about a young girl whose grandmother doesn’t recognize her but thinks she must be the child who gave her pears. The girl knows she didn’t give her grandmother pears but she wants to connect so believes she did. Writing is like that for me. When I’m writing, I believe in the pears.”

Ms. Birdsall said she was initially embarrassed with some of the narrator’s voices and what they were saying. She explained, “I was writing about relationships, particularly the awkwardness and difficulties in various expected roles. But then I began to have fun with the ridiculousness of their situations and also felt tenderness for these characters. One story, for example, is narrated by an over-invested mother who accepts her teenage daughter’s wait list assignment at Harvard for herself after her daughter is moved into a different college. Another is the story of an adolescent who

She is married and has a son and daughter, who are a junior and freshman in college. Ms. Birdsall began writing full time in 2013, several months after her youngest left for college. Her future plans are clear. “I want to continue writing fiction, both short stories and novels, and to try to accept the inspiration that is offered in every moment, respect and enjoy that daily.” Ms. Birdsall will be giving a reading at the Colts Neck Library on June 27, 2013 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Visit her website at www.jillbirdsall.com to review her short stories and readings.

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olmdel Recreation held their second annual Mother and Son Dinner Dance at Holmdel Senior Community Center on February 24. The event, which was open to third through sixth grade boys, had a total of 107 in attendance. A special keepsake photo was taken by a representative of TSS Photography as moms and their sons entered the event. Red hearts covered the windows and red tablecloths brightened the tables where everyone gathered after having their picture taken. DJ Jeff of Good Vibrations soon had everyone dancing, as well as having the boys give a few dance pointers to their moms. He reminded the “couples” that this was their special time together and to enjoy one another’s company. Though they joked around on the dance floor with some crazy moves, the boys did dance with their moms a majority of the time. Smiling moms, laughing sons, great music and good food made this event a time to remember. A hot buffet dinner was catered by Dearborn Market of Holmdel.

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WELCOME CENTER IS YOUR 1ST STOP! Free Raffle Tickets, Festival Programs & Guided Tour Sign-Ups! Meet friendly Holmdel chickens!

Be Part of the UPCYCLE MOVEMENT!

Holmdel Girl Scout Troop #1248 will collect your junk to make it useful, again! Drop-off bins near Welcome Center. Bring your old: • Pens, Markers, Highlighters, Mechanical Pencils • #5 Plastic Containers (yogurt, cottage cheese, etc.) • Make-up and non-aerosol Beauty Containers (No nail polish.) All proceeds distributed to Holmdel Schools from Terracycle.

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Arrive early to see Holmdel’s Finest K-9 Unit! The Officers (and their men!) will perform courageous, crime-stopping maneuvers at their own training facility, here!

Earth Day Poster Contest Exhibit Enjoy the Earth Day Poster Contest exhibit by Satz and Indian Hill Schools’ young artists in Bayonet Farm’s beautifully renovated barns.

Learning About Lucent

Learn more about Lucent’s effect on the Swimming River Watershed from the Holmdel Environmental Commission (HEC) and Citizens for Informed Use (CILU), both Festival sponsors. Among other Holmdel

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representation will be the Green Team, with Water Tastings, and Friends of Holmdel Open Space (FOHOS), who will give Guided Tours of the magnificent farm property.

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Crafts for Kids!

Little ones will love creating cute items from recyclables, including a Pine Cone Bird Feeder, Cork Buddy, and more!

New to the Festival this year are Holmdel Community United Church of Christ (UCC) members with a display on Carbon Footprinting. On a national level, the UCC has undertaken efforts to encourage public understanding of Climate Change; part of their Christian philosophy is caring for Planet Earth!

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Farm Friends Petting Zoo!

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These lovely, gentle animals always delight our youngest visitors (and their families!) A $3.50 entry fee includes animal feed and “Return-Again Stamp!’ The Petting Zoo closes at 4:00 P.M.

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2:00 p.m.- Learn about and meet the gorgeous parrots and other exotic feathered friends of Arcadia Bird Sanctuary! 3:30 p.m. - The fabulous Rizzo’s Wildlife returns with a great live reptile and snake show!

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New and encore musicians all afternoon! Expected include: Corey Sky, Late 4 Lunch, Lords of Liechtenstein, Our Fellow Savages, Swampgrass Jug Band, Thomas Mueller, Tim & Mike, We Grew Your Beard

Lovely Bayonet Farm, once the estate of a gentlewoman farmer, is an idyllic setting for the Earth Day Festival! Guided tours of the gracious Harding House offer a glimpse into the extraordinary life of its former owner.

Come hungry and early! Some renowned “Red Barn Deli” homemade sandwiches – especially “our own Holmdel organic egg salad” – sell out quickly! Bring the family and meet friends for a great lunch, and remember to take home delicious fresh goodies from the “Old Fashioned Bake Shoppe!” All proceeds benefit future festivals. Free fruit courtesy of Dearborn Markets.

Annual Greenway Walk!

At 10:00 a.m., the Ramanessin Brook Greenway Nature Trail hike will commence from Holmdel Park (first parking lot, near the large shed opposite Longstreet Farm entrance.) This easy-to-moderate hike, led by former Holmdel mayor, Larry Fink, ends at Bayonet Farm in time for the Festival.

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Keansburg Left to right: Holmdel Committeeman Thomas Critelli, Holmdel Mayor Patrick Impreveduto, Keansburg Mayor George Hoff, and Councilman Thomas Foley attended the Holmdel Helps fundraising evening held on March 1, 2013 at The Gramercy at Lakeside Manor in Hazlet.

Left to right: Dr. Gerald DiMaso, Pat and Joseph Brestia, and Holmdel Committeeman Joseph Ponisi enjoyed the evening festivities.

Left to right: Holmdel Kiwanis Club Secretary Lenny Sasso, President Sharon Schultz, and Board Member Ted LaBarca assisted with the raffle.

Left to right: Congressman Chris Smith and local resident David Goldman enjoyed a conversation.

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Left to right: Holmdel High School representative Donna Carrante, Liaison between the Holmdel appointed board and the Executive Board Darlene Kiss, and Indian School PLG President Christine Reddington worked together with others to solicit the raffle baskets and the silent auction items.

Left to right: Senator Joseph Kryllos joined Judy and Mayor Patrick Impreveduto in welcoming guests.

Left to right: Coordinator for Holmdel Helps Luncheon Tammi Stanziale and Holmdel Recreation Facilities Manager Deborah Dow assisted Holmdel Helps with fundraising efforts.

Left to right: Keansburg EMS Board of Trustees member Kim Gonzales and Holmdel First Aid Vice President Steve Wolkovitz agreed the event was great.

Residents Rebuild Their Community Story Susan Murphy

olmdel Township reached out to the Borough of Keansburg shortly after Super Storm Sandy slammed the one square mile town and left unforgettable devastation. “Close to 2,000 homes were damaged, many beyond repair and most beyond habitability. Today about 11,500 residents are still displaced from their homes. For many in this community of lower and middle income New Jerseyans, rebuilding their home is beyond their financial ability. When Holmdel’s leaders learned of the hard times being faced by their neighbors, they decided to lend a hand,” said Holmdel Mayor Patrick Impreveduto. He added without hesitation, “Communities helping Communities, that’s what it’s all about.” Plans for the Township of Holmdel to partner with the Borough of Keansburg to assist in the town’s efforts to rebuild and restore began almost immediately. Holmdel Helps, a team whose members represent the Township’s Administration, boards and committees, residents and students of Holmdel and numerous community organizations was formed to drive this effort. Holmdel Township Committeeman Thomas Critelli suggested having a fundraising event to kick-off the long term relief efforts for Keansburg, and the result was a casual evening of dinner and music on March 1 at The Gramercy at Lakeside Manor in Hazlet. Committeeman Critelli, the project leader of the event, noted, “The Borough of Keansburg was helpful in facilitating the needs of its residents and was very receptive and easy to work with.” Keansburg Mayor George Hoff and Councilman Thomas Foley worked with Holmdel Mayor Patrick Impreveduto and Committeeman Critelli in assessing the borough’s needs. Committeeman Critelli noted that there were several people and organizations who assisted him in ensuring the success of this event. Holmdel Township Committee members, township employees, especially Georgette Nelson who kept him informed of the

day-to-day happenings, T&M Associates who are the town engineering firm for both Holmdel and Keansburg, Holmdel Kiwanis who assisted with the raffle, Darlene Kiss who enlisted the help of Parents Groups from the Holmdel schools in soliciting items for the Silent Auction and for the raffle baskets, and Holmdel High School’s Television and Film Society for their Public Service Announcement detailing the effects of Hurricane Sandy in Keansburg. Graciously donated was the entertainment provided by a live band, KOB, and continuous music by DJ Darryl Jacobson of Affair 2 Remember Entertainment. The Gramercy at Lakeside Manor was unbelievably generous in donating their facility, the buffet dinner, and their staff for this event. “This was truly a community effort and an amazing event,” said Committeeman Critelli.

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Keansburg Mayor George Hoff shared, “I want to thank Mayor Impreveduto and Committeeman Tom Critelli and the Holmdel Committee for putting this together and for bringing together such a large amount of people for this fundraising event. The money that is raised will go a long way to help the residents of Keansburg. It was a very exciting evening and I look forward to working with Holmdel again.”

At the time Community Magazine went to press, we learned that Holmdel Helps did reach their goal of $100,000 to help Keansburg. A truly remarkable example of communities helping communities!

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Holmdel Helps set a goal of raising $100,000 at this event which would be used to directly purchase core building materials through major retailers, and assist in getting the residents of Keansburg back into their homes.

At the time Community Magazine went to press, we learned that Holmdel Helps did reach their goal of $100,000 to help Keansburg. A truly remarkable example of communities helping communities!

Holmdel Helps will continue to assist the Borough of Keansburg through upcoming events that are currently in the planning stages. Visit Holmdel Township’s website for updates at www.holmdeltownship-nj.com or “like” Holmdel Helps on Facebook.

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Normally, the kneecap or patella, is found within the patellar ligament that runs vertically over the stifle (knee) joint in a v-shaped groove (trochlear groove) of the femur (thigh bone). Patellar luxation is characterized by dislocation of the patella out of the trochlear groove. The kneecap can be abnormally located to the inside (medial luxation) or outside (lateral luxation) of the knee. Most dogs are affected by medial luxation of the patella. Lateral luxation occurs almost exclusively in large and giant breed dogs. Congenital patellar luxation develops secondarily to abnormal bone alignment in the hind legs. This commonly results in a trochlear groove that is too shallow which allows the patella to move easily out of place, and weakened or poorly developed ligaments that usually help hold the kneecap in place. Patellar luxations can also be seen secondary to hip dysplasia or subluxation (partial dislocation) of the hip joint.

Your veterinarian can generally diagnose this problem by palpating the knees and performing radiographs. Discuss with your veterinarian possible treatment options and whether referral to a specialist would be best for you and your pet. The material contained in this article is for informational purposes only and is not to be used as a substitute for the advice of a veterinarian.

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Operation Take Back New Jersey

Event for Medicine Disposal Colts Neck & Holmdel Police Departments Hosting Drop-Off Sites

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peration Take Back New Jersey is a program that will afford New Jersey residents the opportunity to rid their homes of their unused, unwanted and expired medicine. Several New Jersey county prescription drug abuse task forces and focus groups have recognized the need for efficient, secure, and environmentally sound methods to collect and dispose of unused, unwanted, and expired medicine. The DEA reports that prescription drug abuse is the nation’s fastest growing drug problem; therefore, keeping medications out of the wrong hands will help keep our families stronger and our communities safer.

• A drop off box will be set up at a designated location and a member of the Police Department will be present at all times. • This collection is anonymous, and you do not need to show any identification. • Medication can be disposed of either in its original container or by removing it from its container and disposing directly into the drug disposal box. If you are going to dispose of your medication in its original container, we encourage you to remove the prescription label if it contains any personal identifying information. • Liquid products, such as cough medicine, should remain sealed in their original container. The depositor should ensure that the cap is tightly sealed to prevent leakage.

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Colts Neck Police Department April 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Drop off at Colts Neck Courthouse (adjacent to library) Holmdel Police Department April 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Drop off at Holmdel Town Hall

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Party on the Promenade A “Flavourful” evening of cocktails & cuisine! Proceeds to benefit Hurricane Sandy Relief! Red Bank Flavour Restaurants will be showing off their cuisine on Molly Pitcher Inn’s newly remodeled promenade on May 23, 2013 from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. For more details, please go to www.themollypitcher.com.

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April 2013

Downton Abbey Theme

at the Upcoming Ray of Hope Gala is Reflected in Top Auction Item: a Ladies Vintage Platinum Ring

2013 Ray of Hope Community Service Award recipients Pat and Larry Durso of Middletown.

he Monmouth County Board of Catholic Charities together with the 2013 Ray of Hope Gala Committee today announced that a ladies vintage platinum fashion ring inspired by the popular PBS television series Downton Abbey will top the auction list at the 16th annual Ray of Hope Gala, a fundraiser to benefit Catholic Charities’ programs in Monmouth County. The Downton Abbey-themed gala will take place on Friday, April 26, 2013 at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club in Farmingdale, N.J.

Catholic Charities’ programs in Monmouth County provide temporary and permanent housing, trauma counseling, child and family counseling and fix-it services. All of the programs are currently involved in disaster response efforts for those impacted by Hurricane Sandy. These services benefit people in need, regardless of religious affiliation. “This past year was especially difficult, and like many local non-profits, Catholic Charities’ programs experienced an increase in people requiring assistance due to Hurricane Sandy,” explained Barbara Willis, 2013 Ray of Hope Gala co-chair. “This year’s Gala takes on added significance because it also marks Catholic Charities’ Centennial year,” added Willis.

16th Annual Ray of Gala’s top auction item is this ladies vintage platinum ring.

Red Bank-based A.H. Fisher Diamonds and its proprietors, the Fisher family, have again donated a custom designed piece to support the fundraising efforts of the Gala Committee. This marks the tenth year that the Fisher family has supported Catholic Charities’ programs in the county. The ladies ring features ten round brilliant cut diamonds, a total weight of 2.00 carats, set in platinum and valued at $5,000. Family spokesperson and President of A.H. Fisher Diamonds, Alan Fisher, said, “Helping people who live locally allows both our business and family to give back to our community and make a meaningful impact.” He added, “This year’s Downton Abbey theme lent itself to a vintage style ladies ring which we are excited to have on display at A.H. Fisher Diamonds.” The 2013 Ray of Hope Community Service Award recipients are Middletown residents Pat and Larry Durso. The Dursos will be recognized at the Gala for their contributions to Catholic Charities’ programs in the county, as well as several other local organizations.

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Calling All Colts Neck : Logo Contest Deadline Extended

he Colts Neck Shade Tree Commission is extending the deadline for their logo contest thru April 30, 2013. Residents of Colts Neck are asked to design a logo that will represent the Shade Tree Commission on all signage and printed materials, as well as the township website. The commission’s purpose is to create and maintain standards governing the planting and preservation of all trees, brush, vines, shrubs and ground cover on Townshipowned land and greenways to retain the rural, bucolic character of Colts Neck.

Rules of Entry • Entry will be judged for creativity, phone number to: Township of Colts Neck Town professionalism and how well it defines the Shade Hall, 124 Cedar Drive, Colts Neck, NJ 07722, ATT: Anita O’Malley, Shade Tree Commission Tree Commission’s purpose secretary • All logos must include the Colts Neck Shade • One winner will be chosen by the Shade Tree Tree Commission name. Commission on 5/2/13 • Submissions deadline is 4/30/13 • Winner will be recognized with a certificate • Electronic entries may be emailed in .jpg or of honor by the Colts Neck Mayor, and will be .pdf format with your name, address, e-mail and publicized on the township website and in the phone number to Anita O’Malley, Shade Tree press Commission secretary at: avoma61@gmail.com • Hand drawn entries may be mailed or delivered with your name, address, email and

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Colts Neck PTO Presents 30TH ANNUAL COLTS NECK

SPRING GALA A PEARL OF AN EVENING

2013 SUMMER BASEBALL CAMPS AT CHRISTIAN BROTHERS ACADEMY

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Pictured is the Colts Neck PTO Gala Committee: Courtney McCormick, Kimberly Raymond, Jackie Kronstedt, Justine Buzzetta, Carrie Benevento, Sarah Pisani, and Julie Shell. Not pictured are Patti Riddle, Debbie Boag, Sheila Olt, Colleen Procyzk, Heather Tormey, Lisa Williams and Emma Ragusa.

he Colts Neck PTO invites everyone to enjoy a fantastic evening at their 30th annual Spring Gala event, entitled, “A Pearl of an Anniversary”. On April 18, 2013, from 6:30 to 11:00 p.m., come and enjoy dinner, dancing, and a chance to take home one of the hundreds of fabulous raffle prizes. Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club will be the backdrop for this not-to-be-missed event.

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To request a brochure contact: MARTIN KENNEY, Head Baseball Coach C.B.A. 732-530-9777 ext. 2 allshoreba@gmail.com

This year, the gala will feature an extraordinary array of gift baskets, including iPads, Kindles, high-end accessories, and gift cards for shopping and dining. All of the proceeds raised at the Spring Gala are allocated to support the education of children attending the Colts Neck Primary, Elementary and Middle Schools by implementing educational programs and initiatives. Last year the PTO was able to raise over $25,000 at the Spring Gala, which went towards teacher-initiated mini-grants such as the eighth grade Hunger Banquet, the fifth grade Travelling Science Show, an iPad Center for the Primary School, and a sound system for the Elementary and Middle Schools. The PTO is still accepting donations to this very worthy cause in the form of merchandise, gift certificates or sponsorship. Ad space is still available in the program for the gala, which will be attended by more than 300 women. If you would like to make a donation, please contact Justine Buzzetta at fundraising@coltsneckpto.org.

Colts Neck Country Fair Offers Two $1,000 Scholarships to Colts Neck Residents Entering Senior Year

he Colts Neck Country Fair is offering two $1,000 scholarships to a young woman and young man, who are residents of Colts Neck, and will be entering their senior year of high school. This scholarship will be for students who have demonstrated a commitment to volunteerism. The focus of the Fair has always been to foster volunteerism in our community, and each year the Fair Committee takes great pride in presenting these scholarships. The Guidance Departments in both local and private High Schools have been provided the information. Applications are due on June 1, and the scholarships will be awarded on Saturday, June 29, 2013, during the Fair. Winners will be notified prior to the Fair. Information and applications can also be found on our website coltsneckfair.com.

April 2013

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o lint roller required for the Monmouth County SPCA Fur Ball! The fun begins at iPlay America’s Encore Event Center in Freehold, NJ on Saturday April 20, 2013 from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m.

Tickets are $150 per person and include an open bar, fine dining, live music by Jersey’s own legendary party band Brian Kirk & the Jirks, and a huge silent and live auction. After the auction, let the games begin - iPlay games include laser tag, go carts, indoor rides, arcade games, boardwalk fun and more!

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This casual cocktail attire event is a great way to come out and support the animals at the Monmouth County SPCA (MCSPCA) while rediscovering your inner kid! While the Fur Ball is meant to bring out the kid in you, they ask that no actual children come out to play at this event. Can’t attend the Fur Ball but still want to support the animals? 50-50 tickets will also be available to purchase for $10 each at both the Eatontown and Freehold Raceway Mall locations. The winner will be drawn the following Monday, April 22 at 1:00 p.m. at the MCSPCA Homeward Bound Adoption Center in Eatontown (winner need not be present). One lucky winner walked away with over $15,000! This year’s highly-anticipated Fur Ball will honor Dylan Lauren, Paul Arrouet and their dog Jersey, who was adopted from the MCSPCA in 2012. Corporate Honoree Townsquare Media will also be in attendance, with 94.3 The Point’s Lou Russo and Liz Jeressi and WOBM’s Bob and Marianne Levy serving as the evening’s emcees.

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Last year’s Fur Ball was a huge success, raising more than $115,000 towards the MCSPCA’s mission to protect and advocate for all animals. And thanks to the growing love and support from their loyal friends in and around the Monmouth County area, the MCSPCA saved 4,217 lives in 2012, a number that continues to grow each year. None of this success would be possible without the tremendous community support the organization receives from their many corporate sponsors: All Jersey Janitorial Service and 33 East Car Wash, Barnside Veterinary Hospital, Chris and Laura Nalbandian, Merrill Lynch- The BLT Group, Red Bank Veterinary Hospital and Saker Shoprite.

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For tickets or additional information about the Fur Ball, please contact Stephanie Attaway, MCSPCA Development Coordinator via email at stephanie@monmouthcountyspca.org, call 732.440.1558, or visit the MCSPCA website at www.monmouthcountyspca.org.

April 2013

DIVORCE TALK

PROVIDED BY PETER C. PARAS, ESQ.

PARENTING TIME

arenting time is the term that replaced visitation in family law parlance. It was a product of a universal conclusion that parents don’t visit their children – they parent them – and that the term visitation was actually insulting. New Jersey law encourages the children to have a relationship with both parents. It is commonly thought that a strong relationship with both parents is best for the children in nearly all cases.

Peter C. Paras is a shareholder in the Family Law Firm of Paras, Apy & Reiss, P.C. For more information please see the firm’s website at www. par-law.com. The information in this article is not intended as legal advice. For legal advice you should consult your attorney.

Parenting time is usually comprised of several components. Regular, ongoing parenting time, school, secular and religious holidays, school breaks and summer vacations are the typical categories that must be addressed. Most often one parent is designated the primary residential custodian or Parent of Primary Resident (PPR). The other parent is generally delineated the secondary custodial parent or Parent of Alternate Residence (PAR). In a typical case, regular ongoing parenting time may consist of alternate weekends from Friday evening or Saturday morning until Sunday evening with, perhaps, a weeknight evening for dinner or even an overnight during the week. The specifics vary with the ages of the children, the proximity of the parents, work requirements and many other factors. Holidays are frequently alternated. Relevant holidays are typically listed so everyone is more cer-

tain about the holidays to be alternated. School holidays, secular holidays and religious holidays are often included on the list. Creativity is sometimes needed to accommodate the parents’ different religious holidays, family traditions, work schedules or holiday travel requirements. Involved parents often share or alternate winter and spring school breaks. Sometimes holidays (winter break and Christmas or Spring break and Easter) are implicated so that the holiday schedule may include all or part of a school break. Summer vacations are usually addressed. Barring good reasons to the contrary, each parent typically receives several weeks of vacation time with the children. Sometimes they are consecutive weeks. Sometimes they are non-consecutive weeks. Travel plans are shared with the other parent so he/she will know where the children are. Periodic telephone communication is often arranged. Travel abroad, passports and other related issues often present unique issues that can also be covered in the parenting time plan. As with most other issues in a divorce, parenting time issues can and should be tailored to the unique characteristics and needs of each family unit in conjunction with the advice of independent counsel.

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MIDDLETOWN WEBSITE NAMED BEST IN STATE

iddletown Township has the best municipal website in the state, according to a new e-government poll released by the Monmouth University Polling Institute.

The Monmouth University Polling Institute and the Monmouth University Graduate Project evaluated 540 municipal websites as part of the New Jersey E-Government Study. Middletown’s site ranked number one for having the best combination of content availability and ease of use. The township also earned top marks in the individual categories of ease of use, citizen interaction and content. “I’m very proud that Middletown has earned an E-Government Award for having the best website in the state,” said Mayor Gerard P. Scharfenberger, “Monmouth University’s findings confirm our assertion that we’ve been on the right track in using the web as a primary tool to interact with our citizens.” “This award is a testament to Middletown’s longstanding dedication to transparency and accessibility for its residents,” said Mayor Scharfenberger who noted that a 2011 Monmouth University poll showed that municipal websites are the first place New Jerseyans go for information about their hometowns. “I would like to thank the residents who participated in the focus group that helped fine tune the website’s design and final layout. They provided valuable insight from a user’s perspective,” said Township Administrator Anthony P. Mercantante.

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Last year, the township expanded its ability to connect with residents by adding Twitter and Facebook pages. Currently more than 1,000 people follow the township on Facebook and over 800 on Twitter, the mayor said. Adding social media to the township’s communications package comes after entire website was revamped in 2011. The redesign was focused on further enhancing government transparency, making communication between residents and government easier, and finding needed information quickly. The website features Middletown Marvin, a web portal through which residents can make requests to township departments as well as a Communication Center through which registered users receive alerts by email and cell phone regarding emergencies. There are currently more than 11,000 users registered with the site, explained the Mayor The website’s homepage offers navigation both by popular subject and by department, subsection navigation that helps users track their location within the site and locate related content, and a central repository for forms and downloadable documents. The site also offers a local business directory and online tax payment, parking permit registrations and recreation program registration, he said. Middletown’s website is www.middletownnj.org. Visitors can also find the township on Facebook at MiddletownNJtownhall and on Twitter at middletownnj.

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April 2013

Saint Leo the Great School Annual Spring Gala brings

“Spring Bling”

Left to right: PTA President Dawn DiRe, event co-chair Kristen Dinnell, Father John Folchetti, Principal Cornelius Begley, event co-chair Marybeth Kwapniewski enjoying St. Leo the Great School’s Spring Gala.

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n March 2, Saint Leo the Great School PTA hosted their annual Spring Gala at the Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club in Farmingdale. The Gala is one of the school’s biggest fundraising events of the year. This year’s event co-chairs, Kristen Dinnell and Marybeth Kwapkiewski, planned an evening packed with cheer and excitement for all who attended. This year’s Gala theme was coined “Spring Bling”. The evening started with a cocktail hour, during which an Art Auction was opened for silent bidding. The Art Auction featured beautiful one-of-a-kind art pieces handcrafted by each grade at Saint Leo the Great School. Jerry Amos Photography graciously offered all couples a complimentary photo located in the library at Eagle Oaks. Saint Leo the Great Pastor, Father John Folchetti, welcomed guests and gave grace before dinner. He concluded by thanking all those who attended the event with a raised toast. A Live Auction was started allowing guests to bid on wonderful experiences and unique school opportunities. In the ballroom, over 150 delightfully decorated gift baskets were generously donated by local merchants, St. Leo’s families and community members, faculty, staff and students. After the main course was served, a game room was opened with Casino style games - winning chips could be redeemed for extra tickets to use towards the gift baskets in the ballroom. The highlight of the night was a chance to win the Grand Prize, the “Ultimate Bling”. The “Ultimate Bling” was a 14K white gold pave diamond pendant donated by Neves Jewelers. The co-chairs thanked everyone for coming and especially all who volunteered to make this night possible. Mrs. Kristen Dinnell graciously stated, “With our dedicated volunteers and our wonderful families that attended, our Gala has always been a successful event that helps us raise much needed funds for our students and maintain the level of excellence that our school has achieved. The best part of our annual Gala is the sense of community that it builds among all who participate.”

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he most common question I receive is, “Isn’t Arthritis (Osteoarthritis) a normal part of getting older?” As I mentioned in a previous article, the American Medical Association has more descriptively termed osteoarthritis – Degenerative Joint Disease, or in the spine, Degenerative Disc Disease. To be clear, osteoarthritis is a disease. The answer to the question is Osteoarthritis is absolutely not a normal part of getting older. No disease is normal. Osteoarthritis is a mechanical breakdown of proper form and function of a joint, the surrounding soft-tissue, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage or disc of the spine. When left untreated or treated solely with medication, the degenerative process is allowed to progress, which is to say, worsen. The surgical option can be of help for many areas - knee, hip, shoulder – but with the spine, it is not very rewarding. The one key element to the spine is it’s all about function. The less functional, the more degeneration occurs. Spinal fusions diminish function which allows the degenerative process to continue at other levels of the spine. Age is, however, a factor. The longer joints and soft-tissue remain dysfunctional, the more damage is done. The body in its architecture is simply amazing. For a lack of better words, it is truly

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built to last. Your body is designed to keep itself healthy, active, and functional for a long time. All it asks is that we keep everything functioning the way it was designed. Once we let things falter, the body will break down at a faster rate than intended. That faster rate of breakdown or degeneration leads to major disability and illness, which is not intended. The positive side to this is when you work the body correctly - stimulate the joints, muscles, ligaments, cartilage, and discs appropriately – it does respond very well. The joints and soft-tissue can be trained to function at normal or near normal levels, maintaining their health. If degeneration has occurred, progression can be stopped. Discs can heal, but need to be worked very specifically in order to retrain them. The primary concern when dealing with arthritis, especially in the spine, is to not let the condition continue to deteriorate. The more degeneration, the more difficult it is to correct. To be evaluated and determine if you are a candidate for our program, please contact Dr. Tom Gustafson at the Active Healing Center at 732.683.0200 to schedule your appointment today.

Holmdel Theatre Company Presents

“Little Women”

The Holmdel Theatre Company will present you a coming-of-age story that has lived in the hearts of many generations - “Little Women” from Friday, April 12 through Saturday, April 27, 2013 at the Duncan Smith Theater in Holmdel.

Few novela been more beloved or withstood the passage of time and changing mores better than Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women. Thomas Hischak’s theatrical adaptation brings all the humor, drama, warmth and humanity of the original story and characters to the stage. Little Women will open on Friday, April 12, 2013 and play for eight performances at the following dates and times: · · · · · · · ·

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This production of Little Women was adapted by Thomas Hischak. It is being produced by Rebecca Zaccagnino and Johanna Christian and directed by Tom Frascatore and Geoff Shields. The Holmdel Theatre Company was founded with the unique mission of offering dedicated students a chance to work alongside professional actors and directors. In accordance with this mission, Little Women features several current students. Holmdel’s production features local actors Elena Marie Chalcraft, Jim Cusick, Gina Delio, Amanda Deltuvia, Laurie Devino, Shannen Doyle, Dave Duncan, Claire Gates, Ava Serene Portman, Jennifer Silverstein, Amy Stark, Devlin Stark, Joseph Stark, Judy Stone, Volney Stefflre and Andrew Young. All performances are at the Duncan Smith Theater, located at 36 Crawfords Corner Road in Holmdel, in front of the Holmdel High School. Ticket prices are $22 general public ($17 for seniors and $12 for students). Tickets may be purchased via the website at www. holmdeltheatrecompany.org.

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It’s a Tasty Evening

to Benefit Lunch Break & Celebrate Their 30th Birthday

he Rotary Club of Red Bank is hosting their thirteenth annual Two Rivers Food & Wine Tasting on April 22, 2013, to generously benefit Lunch Break, the area’s oldest soup kitchen that began to fight hunger in their community on March 15, 1983. The event will be held at Branches Catering, located at 123 Monmouth Road in West Long Branch from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Lunch Break, a volunteer-driven non-profit, freely provides life’s basic necessities for community members in need, including clothing and fellowship in addition to food. What began in the basement of a local church where 140 hot lunches were served the first week, was expanded in 1985 to include distribution of groceries to families. In 1986, Lunch Break opened the doors of their own facility and began providing much more than food. In 2012, more than 56,000 hot meals alone were served, more than 7,000 food pantry distributions went to families, and there were more than 8,000 clothing distributions, including specially outfitting job seekers for interviews. Meals are delivered to the homebound; there is the Adopt-A-Family program during the holidays; there are several special programs just for children, such as Dinner and a Classic Movie Night for members of the Boys and Girls Club, cooking classes for children, and a Back to School distribution of backpacks and school supplies. An Internet Café has been added to help job seekers. Thanksgiving and Christmas meals are offered and there are special monthly dinner nights for the entire community. In 2012, in the wake of Super Storm Sandy, disaster relief was added to the long list of services provided by Lunch Break - working with other area non-profits volunteers provided food, groceries and clothing to anyone in need. All of this is done under the direction of the Board of Trustees along with the current Executive Director, Gwendolyn Love, her staff, and the willing hands and hearts of more than 2,000 volunteers, in addition to the generous support of the Red Bank community and surrounding communities. During the festivities at The Two Rivers Food & Tasting, some of the area’s finest restaurants will offer samplings of their cuisine along with wines and other beverages from local shops. The event fee is $65.00 ($40.00 of which is tax deductible). Tickets and/or sponsorships can be purchased through PayPal by visiting www.redbankrotary.org. Tickets may also be ordered by mail by sending a check (made payable to Red Bank Rotary Foundation), along with the name(s) of the guests attending the event, to Red Bank Rotary Foundation, PO Box 8444, Red Bank NJ 07701. To learn more about Lunch Break’s activities or to join their family of devoted volunteers, please visit www.lunchbreak.org.

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or many students, school concludes in June, but learning at Ranney School provides a year-round opportunity to explore an academic, creative or athletic interest and to discover the power of motivation and engagement when it comes to learning. Summer is also the perfect time to build the academic and study skills that will set your child up for success at the next grade level. Ranney’s summer selection of academic and talent development courses, including a full complement of gifted and talented and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) courses for Pre-K – Grade 12 students opens up a world of opportunity and dynamic learning! 2013 Summer Programs at Ranney School highlight a wide range of exceptional academic, talent development and gifted and talented programming infused with 21st-century skill development, collaborative learning opportunities and technology, which serves as an accelerator to critical and creative thinking. Students are encouraged to approach new experiences inside and outside of the classroom environment and they build confidence in their ability to navigate school subjects, new challenges and social networks. Even our youngest learners – ages 4 and 5 – participate in specialized programming that is designed to build confidence by focusing on foundational skills: cognitive, psychomotor and social–all in the name of fun! Our Day Camp, licensed by the state of New Jersey and accredited by the American Camp Association, has been the favorite of hundreds of families in Monmouth, Ocean and Middlesex counties for more than 30 years, and the school continues to offer innovative programs for children age 3 to grade 12. This year, Ranney is excited to offer a new Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program for 14-year-olds. This full-day CIT program will include special camp and trip activities, CPR training, and emphasize the development of leadership skills with themed work projects where accountability, collaboration, compassion, respect, responsibility and sportsmanship are practiced in camp interactions with children, peers and adults. Day campers build strong friendships within their assigned groups, as they experience physical fitness challenges and specialized programming in science, nature, arts and crafts, sports, music and drama, among other fun activities. Each group is organized by age for additional swim and sports instruction, electives and weekly themed activities, including field and carnival days, climbing wall activities, talent shows, sports challenges and much more! Structured schedules are designed to provide individualized instruction as well as optimum social interaction, and our low camper-staff ratio ensures an exceptional and personalized summer experience. Our exciting Sports Camps include a wide range of interests for boys and girls: Golf Camp for 6- to 10-year-olds and 11- to 14-year-olds; Basketball, Fencing, Soccer and Tennis for 8- to 13-year-olds; Boys’ Lacrosse for 9- to 13-year-olds and Swimming for 8- to 18-year-olds. Young and experienced athletes can focus on skill building in their chosen sport or they can try a new one at our top-quality Sports Camps this summer!

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Holmdel Village School Hosts Village Idol Show

ntertainment and fun was the theme for the night as the Village School staff and students performed for a great crowd at the Village Idol Show on February 22, 2013. The sold-out event earned over $9,700 to raise money for those affected by Hurricane Sandy.

he event was held on stage in the All-Purpose Room at Village School, with two show times at 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. Approximately 475 audience members attended each show bringing a great performance to nearly 1,000 people. The nine student and teacher performances included themes from the past and present. The students were so excited to see their teachers having a great time performing on stage; it brought the entire school community together as a family working toward a greater cause.

“I am so proud of my colleagues for stepping up to the challenge and bringing such talent and dedication to the show. They are such an amazing group of people to work with”, said music teacher, Christie Riso. Parents emphasized how thrilled they were to see acrobatics, dancing, and so many amazing performances by a very talented group of staff members. Anthony and Caroline Fazzino won the 50/50 at both shows, and generously donated the money back for this great cause, bringing the total take on the 50/50 up to $1,200. Additional fundraising efforts are being discussed so that Village School can maximize their contribution for those affected by the hurricane. Toward the end of the school year, Village School will be presenting the money raised to local schools affected by Sandy. Brian Schillaci, Village School Principal, commented on the event, “I could not be more proud of the way this community came together. This has truly been a coordinated effort between our staff and families to benefit those in need. A big thank you to everyone for their support.”

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The Lincroft Village Green Association is sponsoring its 9th Annual Lincroft Community Yard Sale on Saturday, April 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at homes throughout Lincroft. Shop for treasures throughout Lincroft’s many neighborhoods. For a free Seller’s List Booklet that lists the yard sale addresses and the items for sale, visit our website at www. lincroft.org. LVGA members who want to participate in the sale can register for free on the LVGA website. The LVGA is a civic association committed to keeping Lincroft a pleasant and safe place to live.

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Monmouth County High & Middle Schools Arts Provided By Stephanie Laurino

uring the month of April, paintings, drawings and photographs created by the students of the Monmouth County Arts High and Middle Schools will be on exhibit at the Colts Neck Library in the large meeting room during library hours. The school, now in its 9th year, offers advanced art classes to gifted and talented students from public, private and home schools. Students are selected through audition and are released from their schools one afternoon each week during the spring semester to participate in various courses, which are taught by professional artists.

In cooperation with sending high schools, the program seeks, identifies and recruits talented students through the following means: press releases, mailings of AHS literature to schools, public libraries, students’ homes, and others; announcements in the schools. Auditions, opened to all interested students, are held in December. Students must register in advance. Student acceptance into the Arts High program is dependent on their schools approval of their participation in the program. For more information on this program visit their website at www.artshigh. net or by calling 732.566.ARTS (2787).

The Monmouth County Arts High holds its classes at Neptune High School in Neptune, NJ. Students selected for the program will receive courses in the literary, performing and visual arts taught by distinguished teaching artists. The courses are taught at an advanced level and provide a rigorous curriculum for developing artistic skills and creative expression in the art form of the student’s choice.

Stop in to the Colts Neck Library and see this touring exhibit of local student work. Work from students in towns of Colts Neck, Holmdel and Lincroft will be represented as long as the student is a participant in the program and has submitted a piece. For more information on this display contact the library at 732.431.5656.

Arts High School classes are held from January to May, with each student scheduled to attend one afternoon per week for a fourteen week term.

Stephanie Laurino is the branch manager at the Colts Neck Library. Check out all the great programs the library has to offer by visiting their website at www.monmouthcountylib.org.

20th Annual Environmental Expo at St. Mary’s R.C. Church

n Sunday, April 21, from 8:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. the Environmental Committee of St. Mary’s R. C. Church, Colts Neck, will present its 20th Annual Environmental Expo. The event, in conjunction with an Environmental Liturgy at 10:00 a.m., marks the Environmental Sabbath, a time to pause and reflect upon the character and quality of our relationship to the planet. Educational exhibits will be presented by organizations dedicated to the most important issues of the day, including climate change, water quality, conservation, energy efficiency, and recycling among others. Representatives from the New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors, Monmouth County Friends of Clearwater, Monmouth County Master Gardeners Helpline, Master Composters of Monmouth County, 4-H 14 Carrot Rabbit Club and others aim to educate and

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motivate adults and children to take specific earth-friendly actions during the Expo and at home. Information will be available on current issues such as: nonpoint source pollution, the plastic ocean, fracking, and anti- idling. Rabbits, games, and craft activities will bid for the attention of youngsters. A Green Elephant Table will entice participants who love a bargain. Also at this year’s expo, we are pleased to have Green Faith, an interfaith environmental organization, and AP Solar available to answer your questions on solar energy for

your home. They are partnering in a Residential Solar Campaign. Through the campaign, eligible New Jersey homeowners can have a solar array installed at no cost. Homeowners can have their roofs screened via satellite photo to learn if their roof is eligible for the program. The event’s theme, “Sing Joyfully to the Lord”, All You Lands invites everyone to give thanks to God for our natural resources and to manifest care, concern, and appreciation for the natural resources of the Earth. It further asks that we do what needs to be done to build a restored Earth for future generations. Refreshments will be available for all who attend this free public event to enjoy while browsing through the exhibits. For more information, call St. Mary’s Church at 732.780.2666.

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For those who live along the shores of New Jersey, New York and Connecticut, the past several months have been a recovery process from great loss and devastation. At the same time, recurring scenes of courage, resiliency and generosity 4/13 have been witnessed as individuals and whole communities rebuild homes, entire towns and lives. FilmOneFest wants to capture these moments through the camera’s lens and share them with our worldwide audience as a testament to the continuing Spirit of the Shore. FilmOneFest is a celebration of the short film (all submissions are under 2 minutes in length) that occurs under-the-stars on the shores of Sandy Hook bay, New Jersey. Currently in its fifth year, close to 1,500 attend the event on the third Saturday in July to see nearly 60 films unspool from more than 40 countries. Combined with live streaming, a growing website, unique ipad and mobile phone apps, a worldwide FilmOneFest audience of more than 100,000 (in 86 countries) have enjoyed the works of emerging and established talent in the art of film.

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The Poricy Park Conservancy, Middletown Township Cultural and Arts Council, and Middletown’s Recreation Department will be teaming up to put on a special Earth Day Celebration. The event will include clean-ups at selected parks throughout the town, followed by a special celebration for all held at Poricy Park. The celebration will include a musical production by Miss Sherri featuring “Go Go Green”, arts and crafts with recycled projects, learning workshops and more. If your group is interested in cleaning up a park in your neighborhood, email Recreation Director Janet Dellett at jdellett@middletownnj.org.

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n March 4, Lincroft School students and staff were treated to a very informative and entertaining program by award winning children’s author, Lisa Funari Willever. Mrs. Willever spoke to the entire student body in three separate programs and then stayed to enjoy a pizza lunch with a group of 4th and 5th grade students. Both the teachers and the students raved about her visit. She and her husband own the publishing company that publishes her books, Franklin Mason Press. As publishers, they ensure that each title benefits a different children’s charity and they have a guest young author and illustrator in every book. So far, 27 children are now considered published authors and illustrators. Twelve kids at Lincroft entered the Young Author/Illustrator Contest and 80 4th Graders entered their persuasive essays into the “Nicky Fifth Contest”. She was so excited to see how many budding authors and illustrators were at Lincroft School! Hopefully, a few will be picked to be published in one of her books. Mrs. Willever has written many books such as: There’s a Kid Under My Bed, A Glove of Their Own, You Can’t Walk a Fish, Where Do Snowmen Go, Everybody Moos at Cows, Chumpkin, The Nicky Fifth series and many others. The faculty, staff and students of Lincroft School were all so excited to have her come and share her love of writing and great stories with them. It was a truly memorable day!

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Unique Upgrades to Your Home Can Make it Stand Out

emodeling your home? Don’t just keep up with the Joneses. Go a step further by giving your home truly unique upgrades. Experts say that one great way to be distinctive and add value to your home is by going natural. So if you’re thinking of redoing your countertops, floors, walls or other key home elements like no one else on your block, think marble, granite and salvaged lumber. “There is no way to duplicate nature in a laboratory or manufacturing environment,” says Garen Distelhorst, Communications Director at the Marble Institute of America. “Natural stone is quarried from rock beds formed over millions of years. You’re never going to find two pieces exactly alike.”

Here are some benefits of natural materials for you to consider Return on Investment: In many cases, marble and granite are less expensive than other premium materials and add value to a home when it’s time to sell. According to the most current data available, natural stone recovered between 80 to 86 percent of its remodeling cost at the time of resale.

Versatility: The number of different colors, patterns and textures of natural stone is limitless. This may make finding the perfect cuts to fit your design needs a bit of a chore, but what you end up with will be unique to your home. And different finishes and edge treatments can lend the same kind of stone a different quality and look, making it ideal for various applications -- from floors to walls to fireplaces to roofing shingles.

Durability: The ancient civilizations were onto something when they built their cities. Natural stone stands up to weathering and time better than any other building material, natural or manmade. Stone floors, countertops and wall cladding will last for at least 100 years in many cases. Likewise, salvaged lumber is old growth wood, which means it’s stronger and has tighter wood grains than new lumber and can give your home project historical value.

Cleaning: You can toss aside the heavy duty cleaners that irritate your eyes and nose. Warm water, mild dishwashing liquid and a soft cloth are all that is needed for regular maintenance of most natural stone surfaces.

•Sustainability: Natural stone is an environmentally friendly choice because it’s nearly 100 percent recyclable and is not bonded by petroleum based resins or created in a factory. And because of its durability, it won’t need to be replaced for a long time.

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How to Manage Your Seasonal Allergies SEASON FOR SNEEZING Popular OTC antihistamines can provide relief from sneezing, runny noses and irritated, watery eyes by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical in the body that triggers congestion and upper respiratory discomfort. ALL STUFFED UP? Decongestants like pseudoephedrine (PSE) relieve a stuffy nose by actually narrowing the blood vessels in nasal passages so you can breathe more easily. PSEs are now located behind the pharmacy counter because they are an ingredient that can be used to make the illegal drug methamphetamine (meth). Rest assured though, PSE has been safely used for decades.

nfortunately, beautiful flowers and warm weather can also mean itchy, watery eyes, sneezing fits and nasal congestion.

These days, pollen from plants and flowers typically are released earlier in the year than in the past, causing longer allergy seasons according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, which noted that 2012 was one of the worst such seasons on record. While there is no cure-all for seasonal allergies, popular over-the-counter (OTC) medications can provide relief for the most common symptoms. These guidelines can help you better manage your seasonal allergies:

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If you’re congested, consider treating your symptoms and doing your part to keep your community safer at the same time. Ask your pharmacist about new Nexafed 30mg pseudoephedrine HCl tablets, the next-generation PSE that provides the same effective relief from nasal congestion as standard PSEs, but with technology that disrupts the extraction and conversion of pseudoephedrine into meth. ITCHY, WATERY EYES Over-the-counter eye drops that are specifically designed to treat allergy symptoms can be found in any drug store and can be very effective at reliving redness and washing away allergens. Also consider using an air purifier or humidifier

in your house to help clear the air of possible irritants. EAT FOR ALLERGY RELIEF According to experts, certain foods you may already be enjoying have allergy-fighting properties. For example, quercetin, found in oranges, broccoli and sweet potatoes, can help reduce your body’s reaction to pollen. Or, try loading up on salmon and walnuts, as omega-3 fatty acids are thought to alleviate itchy eyes and a runny nose. If you have questions or doubts about which medications may be best for you, talk with your pharmacist. And if symptoms worsen or last for more than two weeks, be sure to see your doctor. Rest assured, relief for seasonal allergy symptoms does exist! Visit your local drugstore or the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s website for more information on how to treat seasonal allergies. You can check the daily pollen level in your area at National Allergy Bureau online. There’s no reason to miss out on the warm weather and all fun outdoor activities this time of year has to offer. *Article & Photo from StatePoint

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At Oak Hill Academy Takes On Texas STORY Susan Murphy

Left to right: Middletown Deputy Mayor Stephanie C. Murray, Mrs. Linda Vacca, Colts Neck Mayor Jarrett Engel and students of Oak Hill on March 7, 2013.

indergarten through fourth grade students of Oak Hill Academy carried on the tradition of Littletown Day on March 7 when they took on the community roles of a Texan town. Littletown Day Coordinator Mrs. Linda Vacca noted the students have been preparing for this annual event for several months. “They are so excited,” she said, and thrilled that they are running most everything in their “Littletown.” Small cows roamed the hallways of the Lower School, while horses and carriages took passengers down Roadrunner Runway, making stops at Horseshoe Hangout, Armadillo Nail Salon, or Longhorn Lounge. Blue Bonnet Bank was open for the withdrawal of “tiny bucks” to be used for Texas-style food at the Cactus Café, ice cream at the Chili Pepper Ice Cream Parlour, Prairie Pretzels, or the Tex-Mex Toy Store. The Pony Express Post Office handed out copies of the Littletown Press which reminded guests to visit the Rio Grande Gym, Houston Health Center, and Tumbleweed Theater. A special tour of the Colts Neck fire truck and ambulance was given by Mayor Jared Engel and volunteers. There were plenty of fun things to do at Texas Littletown Day! Mrs. Vacca sent a thank you out to Headmaster Joseph Pacelli, Director of Personnel/Administration Miss Patrice Murray, Mrs. Griller, Mr. Misson, Mr. Livingston, and Mr. Enderly, as well as the many teachers, aides, and parents who assisted during the event.

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he U10 (fifth grade) Middletown South boys basketball team won their second Mid Monmouth championship in three years beating Wall 25-23 on March 10 at the Monroe Sports Center. Head Coach Matt Lenhard said, “This is a very special group of boys who love to play the game and who step up when needed to win championships.” The Middletown South Basketball program continues to be one of the top basketball programs in Monmouth County. The 4th and 5th grade boys’ teams and 8th grade girls’ team were all winners of their respective championships this year. The boys 3rd, 6th, and 8th grade boys’ and 5th grade girls’ team also finished near the top of their divisions.

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Saint Leo the Great Celebrates Girl Scout Sunday

aint Leo the Great Church opened its doors and welcomed all local Girl Scout Troops to attend Mass Sunday on March 10, 2013, in honor of Girl Scout Sunday. Girl Scout Sunday is the opening day of a weeklong celebration known as Girl Scout Week. It is held annually in March in honor of the Girl Scout’s birthday on March 12. On Girl Scout Sunday, Troop members are asked to attend services at their house of worship. All the remaining days of that week have designated activities in which the Troop members are encouraged to participate in. This annual tradition is celebrated nationwide. Local Kindergarten and 1st grade Daisy Troops 524, 696, 854 and 856 gathered at Saint Leo the Great Church to celebrate that tradition. Pastor Father John Folchetti greeted the girls at the beginning of Mass and addressed them during his sermon. After Mass, the girls were invited to attend Coffee Sunday, sponsored by the Social Concerns Ministry at Saint Leo the Great Church, for a continental style breakfast and refreshments.

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