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With the official kick-off to the summer weekend past us now, we look forward to the fun, exciting, and relaxing days ahead of us. We don’t theme our issues, but I have to tell you, this issue should have been coined “SummerFest”. We have a lot of fun articles to spice things up this summer – from Hulafrog’s Top Ten Summer Picks for Families, to our delicious Local Eats Summer Berry Crumble, Mulberry Market’s Summer Entertaining column and much more! I am so excited for my friend Corey Wagar, who hails from Colts Neck, she just released her first single “Hurricane” in April off her album “On The Edge”. She is a talented 18-year-old country singer who I am positive we are going to hear more amazing things about – you can read more about her on page 52. The Holmdel Kiwanis Club is holding their 16th Annual Dominick J. Luccarelli Memorial Golf Outing at Bamn Hollow Country Club on July 18. This club raises and donates money to numerous charities through events like this, to sign up for a day on the links, go to page 65 for more information. Something else to do this June is to catch the Colts Neck Polo in action, they have four matches going on this month, and all are held at the scenic Bucks Mill Park in Colts Neck. If you haven’t attended a match yet, I highly suggest this should be on your to-do list. Check out more information on page 19. And finally, I would like to say Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there, I hope you enjoy the day that is all about celebrating you!
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Summer Fun! 8
Hulafrog’s Top Ten Picks for families this summer
Meet Connor 10
The pet therapy dog who makes people feel good
Come to the Carnival 14
Carnival at Saint Leo the Great Parish
38 Local Eats
Summer Berry Crumble Recipe from Judie Saunders
Bike Safety 16
Bicycle tips provided by the Holmdel Police Department
40 The Long Weekend Have a barrel of fun in Niagara Falls!
Pets on the Web 18
Internet resources for the pet owner
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Puzzle Corner 20 Countryside Cafe 22
50 For the Record
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Tempt Your Palette & Calm Your Sense
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Community Pet 30 Shots 54 In the Good Old Summertime Theme party ideas for Local Stuff To Do 36
A listing of events to do in your area
summer entertaining fun
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From the Desks Of……...................……………...58 Baseball Bonanza.....................................…...............75 Earth Day Festival Celebrates 13th Year.......................61 Holmdel History..............................….................…….62 Holmdel Kiwanis Annual Golf Outing..........…………65 Local Food Pantry Gets a Special Treat...............…….66
Colts Neck Section pages 67-76 From the Desk of Mayor Schatzle..........…………...67 Colts Neck Fair: How It All Began...........……...…….68 2011 Harley Being Raffled by CN Fire Company #2.......71 Troop 290 Happenings................................................72 Lions Club Annual Fundraiser.......................................75
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COLTS NECK $1,775,000 Endless possibilities. Use as a farm, construct a new home or just enjoy life in this newly renovated 4BR, 3BA farmhouse set on picturesque 13.53 acres of gently rolling hills with natural private pond.
COLTS NECK $950,000 This wonderful family home boasts 4BR, 3.5BA, a grand family room, a gourmet kitchen w/ cherry cabinets, and a newly finished lower level complete w/ its own home theatre, wood floors & full bath.
HOLMDEL $924,900 5 BR 3.5 bath custom dutch col w/3100+Sq Ft. EIK w/brick floor, beamed ceiling & ss appl. All BR’s ample size, MBR w/full att bath. 3 redone baths. 3 car+ det gar.Wideplank HW fls both levels.
COLTS NECK $869,000 Privately situated on a culde-sac w/pond & a dynamic floor plan w/4400SF of space for families of all ages! Newly remodeled kitchen w/cherry cabinetry & granite counters. Master suites on each level.
HOLMDEL $649,000 Beautiful 4BR, 3.5BA colonial w/ newer kitchen w/ cherry cabinets, granite, SS appliances, center island & glass doors to deck & backyard. Elegant DR w/ wood floors. Great for entertaining.
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Summer Fun!
’s Top Ten Picks for Families This Summer By Kerry Bowbliss & Sherry Lombardi
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chool’s Out, Summer’s In! Let the summer fun begin. Lucky for us, there is no shortage of great things for kids to do around here. So mark your calendars and keep this list handy. Here are just a few of our family faves at Hulafrog.com. Bop Till You Drop: Beach Concerts How ‘bout a little music to liven up your Wednesdays this summer? Think sand between your toes, wind in your hair, and the whole family dancing under the stars! Kick off your shoes, pack a picnic and head to Sandy Hook. June 15 marks the start of the Sandy Hook Foundation’s Free Beach Concert Series. Every Wednesday through August 24. Admission and parking are free. Free Beach Concert Series Sandy Hook Beach Area E Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. www.sandyhookfoundationnj.org Catch the Colts Neck Country Fair Don’t miss the annual Colts Neck Fair and Fantastic Fireworks. The fair’s theme this year is “Come Run Away to the Circus With Us” with special entertainment, live bands and circus-theme workshops. Colts Neck Country Fair Bucks Mill Park, Colts Neck July 1 – July 3 www.coltsneckfair.com
KaBoom: Light Up the Fourth! Head over to Red Bank for more July 4th fun. This year, KaBoomFest includes three days of rides, games of chance and carnival food for kids of all ages. On Saturday night, there’s the Rock the River concert and Sunday is Kid Kaboom with a day of family events followed by fireworks at night. KaboomFest 2011, Red Bank Friday, July 1 - Sunday, July 3 www.kaboomfireworks.org Dinner and a Show at Thompson Park Pack a picnic basket and have a leisurely dinner with the fam in Thompson Park followed by a super fun show in the Theater Barn. “Salazar – The Illusion Show” is a family friendly performance that combines really cool magic with comedy for lots of fun and laughs. Ages 5 and up. $10 per parent & child, $4 per additional sibling. Dinner and a Show Thompson Park Theater Barn, Lincroft Wednesday, July 13, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. www.monmouthcountyparks.com 8
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Yee Haw! The County Fair is Coming Saddle up, hold on tight and get ready for some old fashioned fun at the Monmouth County Fair. The 4-H exhibits, rides, arts and crafts, entertainment, and home and garden competitions are the main events, but the real treats are the activities you could only expect to see at a county fair — stunt biking, racing pigs, and lumberjacks. Need we say more? Monmouth County Fair East Freehold Showgrounds July 27 - July 31 monmouthcountyparks.com Monmouth Park: Sunday is Fun Day Here’s a different way to enjoy the outdoors this summer. Head over to Monmouth Park racetrack for one of their Family Fun Days. Kids pretty much rule the place every Sunday during the summer. They’ll enjoy pony rides, face painters, clowns who make balloon animals, a bounce house and live music. Grandstand admission is $3 per person. Kids 12 and under are free and all Family Fun Day activities are free. Monmouth Park, Oceanport Sundays, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. www.monmouthpark.com Summer with a Splash! Who doesn’t love a water park? Whether you’re 5 or 55, they’re just a darn good time. And when summer really heats up, they’re the perfect go-to day trip. So grab your sunscreen and bathing suit and get ready for a splashtacular time! Runaway Rapids Water Park, Keansburg Open daily through Labor Day www.keansburgamusementpark.com Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Jackson Open daily through Labor Day www.sixflags.com Dorbrook Spray Park, Colts Neck (free fun for the little ones) Open daily through mid-September www.monmouthcountyparks.com For more details or to find additional summer activities, check out the events calendar on Hulafrog.com. Hulafrog Red Bank is the go-to website for parents in the greater Red Bank area. Visit www.hulafrog.com to find thousands of family-friendly events, summer camps, classes and places to go. Be sure to sign up for the free “Our Pick” newsletter to get a heads-up on great activities and deals near you.
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Meet Conner, the therapy dog By Susan Murphy
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onner is a gentle three-year-old shorthaired male Collie whose goal in life is to make people feel good. He does his job well, as does his owner Suzanne Gorda. This dynamic duo from Holmdel has gone to libraries, nursing homes, and fairs to offer loving support to those who need it most – children and the elderly. “We belong to the Furry Angels, a local branch of The Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs, Incorporated,” explained Suzanne. When visiting his new-found friends, Conner wears a vest with “The Furry Angels” emblazoned on it. Conner, the family pet, began training to become a therapy dog after his first birthday. After the two to three month training, Conner and Suzanne had to pass the Therapy Dog Certification Analysis, which covers understanding and following basic commands, awareness of loud sounds and voices but not reacting to them, and interaction with canes, crutches, wheelchairs, and walkers. These are all things dogs will encounter when visiting a nursing home or hospital. Conner also passed the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen test. Conner is sensitive, low key and loves both children and adults. He and Suzanne have participated in “PAWS for Reading” at the Monmouth County Library in Shrewsbury and the Fair Haven Library. Children get a sense of comfort when reading to a dog because it is non-judgmental, a great listener, and doesn’t make fun of them if they read slowly or mispronounce a word.
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“The kids really enjoy it and Conner sits quietly while they read to him,” shared Suzanne. She and Conner have also participated in a hospice program, Care Alternatives. Seeing and petting a therapy dog seems to ease the pain of many patients. A typical visit to a nursing home begins with asking if anyone would like a visit from Conner. “Some people say no, but others want us to come in. Visiting usually lasts one to two hours. Many people talk about the pets they used to have,” said Suzanne. Therapy dogs seem to ease the loneliness of the people they visit, as they offer comfort through petting and kisses (if invited to do so). “We spend most of our visiting time at CareOne in Holmdel,” noted Suzanne. “Our first visit is usually to see Lillian, a 97-year-old woman who keeps cookies in her drawer just for Conner. When I tell him we are going to see Lillian, he is very responsive. She just loves our visits so she can see and pet him.” Visiting at CareOne or any nursing home allows for one-on-one time for Conner, Suzanne and the person they visit. Usually 85% of the people want Conner to visit. A touching moment for Suzanne was a recent response by the daughter of one of the people she visits. “Thank you for bringing Conner to see my father. Your visits are better than all the medicine he could take.” Suzanne would like to inquire about having Conner visit local hospitals. He is definitely leaving his (paw) mark on the hearts of many. “You just need to know your dog and sense when they are getting tired or
want to leave,” said Suzanne. Conner’s willingness to be petted, the invitation to give kisses, and the smiles that form on the faces of children and the elderly that he visits all lead up to one undeniable fact – Conner Gorda is without a doubt a “Furry Angel.” For more information on Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs, Incorporated, which is a non-profit all volunteer organization, visit their website at www.goldendogs.org.
Lillian, a resident at CareOne in Holmdel, who celebrated her 97th birthday on May 24, gets her weekly visit from Conner, a pet therapy dog and his owner, Suzanne Gorda of Holmdel (right).
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Come To The Carnival! At Saint Leo The Great Parish By Susan Murphy
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aint Leo the Great Parish never fails to amaze, entice, and thrill the hundreds of kids and adults who attend their annual and most definitely traditional, Carnival. This year will be no exception. The Carnival will run from Monday, June 13 through Saturday, June 18, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. each night. As the largest parish fundraiser of the year, the Carnival is definitely a “fun-raiser” that should not be missed! Chair Dave Jones has been working with a core committee of 15 members to put together a Carnival the community will long remember. “All ages are welcome because there is really is something for everyone. This year, we are bringing in some different rides and games, as well as additional games for toddlers,” he said. With the ever-popular 50/50 raffles, that will be held several times a night, the winner must be present to win. The Food Court is always a big draw. “The food is excellent, and is donated by our very generous local merchants,” noted Mr. Jones. A variety of foods can be purchased from cheese steaks to those famous zeppoles. This year’s sponsors are Luigi’s Pizzeria and Queso Restaurant, both in Lincroft. It takes many volunteers to ensure that Saint Leo the Great Parish Carnival runs smoothly. The Father’s Club and PTA are a huge part of the volunteer base. “We are always looking for volunteers to help us, especially with the game booths,” said Mr. Jones. Volunteers are also needed to sell tickets for 50/50s. Anyone wishing to help should inquire at Saint Leo the Great Parish Center. Also available at the Parish Center following Mass on Sunday, June 5 and June 12 will be a pre-sale for discount ride tickets; sheets of 11 for $9.00 or 22 for $18.00. Friday night, June 17 will be Faculty and Alumni night with specials for these two groups. Tuesday, June 14, Thursday, June 16, and Saturday, June 18 will be Bracelet Nights, which allows unlimited use of the rides on the particular night the bracelet is purchased. One of the big things for this year’s Carnival is the Super 50/50. Mr. Jones explained, “Tickets are $100 each but only 2800 tickets will be sold. One winner could potentially win $140,000.” He added that last year’s winner received $47,000. The drawing for the Super 50/50 will take place on Saturday evening, June 18, at 9:00 p.m. and the winner need not be present. Tickets for this raffle can be purchased at the Parish Center, 50 Hurleys Lane, in Lincroft. Proceeds from the Carnival will be used towards programs at Saint Leo the Great School and for the Parish. 14 JUNE 2011
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s temperatures begin to warm up, more people will be biking throughout our community. Whether commuting to work, bike racing or recreational biking; there will be a noticeable increase in bikers on our roadways. Although biking is economical, environmentally friendly and a great way to get exercise, it can also be dangerous if bikers are not careful and mindful of the rules of the road. Washington State’s Department of Transportation offers these tips to keep bike commuters safe: • Obey traffic signs and signals. When on the road, bicyclists are required by law to follow the same rules as vehicular traffic. • Never ride against traffic. Riding on the right side of the street makes you more clearly visible to oncoming motorists. • Follow lane markings. Do not make left-hand turns from the right lane or proceed straight in a turnonly lane. This increases your chance of being struck by a motorist that is following lane rules. • Use hand signals. This will help inform motorists and pedestrians of your intentions to avoid collisions. • Do not pass on the right. Motorists likely will not be on the lookout for a bicycle to pass on the right side of their vehicles. • Be aware of the road behind you. Learn to look over your shoulder to scan the road without swerving, or consider installing sideview mirrors. • Always keep both hands ready to brake. Having only one hand on the brake may not enable you to stop quickly enough. In rainy weather, allow extra distance for braking. • Wear a helmet and nev-
er ride with headphones or ear buds. Helmets have been proven to protect riders against serious head injuries. Headphones drown out vital street noises and distract you from the task at hand. • Dress appropriately. Wear brightly colored clothing so you are easily visible to motorists. Also, consider the weather when dressing, making accommodations for the possibility of rain and dressing in layers for any temperature fluctuations. • Ride in the middle of the lane in slower traffic. At busy intersections and whenever you are moving at the same speed as vehicular traffic, stay in the center of the lane for safety. • There are two options for turning left: Signal to move into the left lane and turn the same as a vehicle would do, or ride to the farright crosswalk and walk your bike across the street. • Make eye contact with drivers. Always assume drivers cannot see you unless you have made eye contact and are certain they are aware of your presence. • Be on the lookout for road hazards such as gravel, ice, sand, debris or parallelslat sewer grates. Cross railroad tracks at right angles only. • Use lights and rear reflectors at night. A white headlight on the front of the bike will help make you more visible to oncoming traffic. • Keep your bike in good working order. Be sure your bike fits you properly and perform all necessary routine maintenance. In particular, be sure brakes and tires are in good shape.
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he internet is a great resource for a variety of information including pet health care. The key, as with any internet resource, is to be certain that the information is accurate and reliable. In this article I will mention a few resources; this is not meant to be a comprehensive list but a stepping stone to introduce pet owners to reliable websites in order to keep up to date on pet issues. The New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association (www. njvma.org) is a professional association for New Jersey veterinarians. The NJVMA’s website has an Animal Health Center on its website which offers tips and articles of interest to the pet owner. The site even allows pet owners to submit questions of a general nature. In the State of New Jersey, the Department of Health and Senior Services (www.state.nj.us/ health), is responsible for the Office of Animal Welfare. The regulations regarding licensed pet shops, shelters and pounds can be found on their website. Information regarding c om mu n i c a b l e diseases, such as rabies, can also be found on their website. The United States Center for Disease Control (https://cdc. gov) issues health alerts for humans as well as pets. The United States Food and Drug Administration (http://www.fda.gov) has Pet Health and Safety tips that you can sign up to receive regularly. Their website also issues updates on recalls of pet food and products as well as alerts on topics which may concern your pet and family. The American Veterinary
Medical Association (www. avma.org) has a tab on its home page for public resources. These helpful resources include animal health brochures, disaster preparedness materials and pet health awareness events that can be downloaded free from their website. The American Animal Hospital Association (www.aahanet.org) has a tab on its home page for Pet Owners. This tab will bring you to a website that AAHA has created especially for Pet Owners, www. healthypet.com. This website has a wealth of resources and activities both for adults and children. Of course, the ASPCA also maintains a website with a variety of information that is of interest to the pet owner. The most frequently used resource by veterinarians is possibly their Poison Control Center (http:// www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control). Veterinarians and pet owners alike can call for assistance ((888) 426-4435) when they believe that their pet has ingested a substance that is causing or could cause them harm. Although there is a charge for this service, it can be an invaluable resource when your pet has swallowed a toxic substance; this service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and their staff will work with your veterinarian and the emergency veterinarian treating your pet. Finally, I would like to mention resources for pet owners who have suffered the loss of a pet. Cornell University’s School of Veterinary Medicine has a Pet Loss support line (607) 253-3932 which operates 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Tuesday-Thursday. This line is staffed by volunteer veterinary students who have undergone
extensive training with professiona l grief counselors. Volunteers regularly attend discussion meetings with faculty advisors. These meetings assist hotline volunteers in dealing with the personal responses to grief and educate them to better serve the needs of callers. Many if not all of the veterinary student volunteers have experienced the loss of a beloved companion animal and are aware of the profound sadness and confusing emotions that can result. They understand that every loss is unique and they are trained to acknowledge the normal grieving process that callers are experiencing.
The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (http://aplb. org) also maintains a web page with a variety of resources including a chat room to share your loss with other pet owners. Please note that the information contained on the websites listed in this article are not meant to replace the advice of a veterinarian. The best way to keep your pet healthy is regular checkups with their primary veterinarian.
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lished in 1994 to bring the exciting sport of polo to the Monmouth County area. The Club plays its matches at scenic Bucks Mill Park in Colts Neck. Benefiting the cadet programs of the Colts Neck First Aid and Colts Neck Fire Departments, the Colts Neck Polo Club is dedicated to sport as well as the local community. The Club has been granted 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt not for profit status and is a Charter Member of the United States Polo Association. COMMUNITY MAGAZINE 19
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Tempt Your Palette & Calm Your Senses By Susan Murphy
Countryside Café is true to its name, located on Route 34 in Colts Neck, brings to mind an open but cozy café nestled by the side of the open road. As soon as you enter emerges the aroma of coffee brewing and a country-style breakfast or lunch being prepared. As a resident of the area, Janice Rizzo, owner of Countryside Café, is well aware of the charm this area offers. With all that in mind, she has captured that vision of long ago, as well as incorporating a touch of what is important today. Country-style meals are side by side with the option of lighter fare and more for the health conscious. Her décor is inviting and soothing to the eye - it allows for a calm, quiet atmosphere for breakfast or lunch. As well as the enjoyment of coffee drinks, flavored teas, smoothies or desserts, Countryside Café is offering to their guests an eclectic menu and casual dining. Breakfast served 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. from the traditional favorite bacon and eggs, egg white omelets to Texas French toast baked to crisp perfection dipped in cinnamon and vanilla-flavored egg batter, baked Egg Poppers made with spinach, peppers and parmesan cheese to granola parfaits with fresh fruit, baked oatmeal, yes I said baked oatmeal with a hint of cinnamon and pure vanilla. Lunch is served from 11:00 a.m., consisting of two homemade soups of the day, salads made with homemade Caesar or citrus dressings, paninis, sandwiches and wraps available with whole wheat or rye breadfor the healthier choice. One very special thing that the Countryside Café features is baking their own chicken, roast beef and turkey for their luncheon menu, plus all their cold cuts are Boars Head. There is an old-fashioned bakery case that will further tempt your taste buds that includes muffins, assorted scones, cakes and cookies. All this plus a children’s menu available for the little ones. The coffee bar offers a nice assortment of coffee drinks that are gourmet blends, such as hot or iced cappuccinos, lattes, expressos and frappacinos. “Our coffee bar serves locally roasted beans that are ground as needed, ensuring freshness each and every time,” said Janice. Delicious smoothies that are all natural are available, and are Vegan, diabetic and lactose friendly. Assorted Chai Teas are offered and both regular and decaffeinated full leaf teas are on the menu. Japanese Berry tea made up of Japanese green tea blended with ripe strawberries, a Foxtrot tea made up of Egyptian Chamomile, South African Rooibos and fresh peppermint leaves, and a Blood Orange tea made up of blood orange, currants, elderberry hibiscus and rosehips are just a few of the incredible flavored teas. The Countryside Café has WI-FI and a wall-mounted television for your entertainment. “I would like to let the community know that Countryside Café lends itself to the opportunity for networking groups to meet here,” said Janice. She will be holding the Colts Neck Business Association Card Exchange on Monday, June 13 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. “I am thrilled to be here and I thoroughly enjoy what I am doing.” She has been in the food industry covering all facets since 1995. She enjoys interacting with others and is hopeful that what Countryside Café has to offer will be well-received. You can call or fax ahead your order at (732) 414-6201, and will be ready for your pick-up. Countryside Café also offers off-premises catering for customers and businesses. In the near future, she would like to stay open late on a designated evening and offer a music night, serving appetizers and desserts to give a Coffee House touch to the café. Countryside Café is open for breakfast serving til 11:00 a.m. and lunch from 11:00 a.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Come visit our café, we have a cool and friendly staff to serve you on warm summer days; it’s the place to be! The Countryside Café is located at 281 Highway 34, Colts Neck. Interested in inquiring about off-premise catering, call Janice Rizzo at (732) 414-6200. Please check out their menu online at www.mycountrysidecafe.com. 22 JUNE 2011
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Colts Neck Fair 2011 Colts Neck Fair 2011 July 1st thru July 3rd July 1st - 3rd Bucks Mill Park Friday, July 1st
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Saturday, July 2nd
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ome run away to the circus with the Colts Neck Fair this year! This year’s fair, though the dates have changed, promises to be an exciting fun-filled event for the whole family! Special events and activities are planned for each day, including a classic car show, live music, a talent show, juggling and clowns. The fair committee has partnered with Stone Soup Circus to bring the joy and fun of the circus to kids of all ages. The mission of Stone Soup Circus is to build community through sharing the fun of circus. They bring people together to learn, perform and savor all things circussy. Stone Soup Circus was founded in 2008 in Princeton, by Zoe Brookes, member of AYCO (American Youth Circus Organization). This is a community circus - which means that you can be in it, you don’t just watch it. You’re welcome to come and see the shows, but don’t expect tigers or stars from out of town. Everyone in the circus is a local person who learns with the performers, shares their skills, and puts their ideas in the pot to create a fun spectacle for others in the community. Anyone can join and it’s all for fun! Friday July 1 — Opening ceremonies, Color Guard, Fireworks, sponsored by John Kling Custom Homes & Renovations. Stone Soup Circus will have jugglers, aerial performers, and circus workshops! Live local bands! Saturday July 2 — Returning this year will be the Annual Classic Car Show! Local residents will be on the fairgrounds with their “pride and joy” cars – so bring your camera for a great photo opportunity! There are many classic car enthusiasts who will be happy to share their passion for restoration and history with you. For more information, send an email to the attention of
Joe Clark at coltsneckfair@aol. com. Stone Soup Circus will have a roving juggler, Uncle Sam on Stilts, aerial performers, and workshops. Sunday July 3 — The largest vegetable competition, and the Great American Apple Pie contest, sponsored by The Women’s Club of Colts Neck, will take place in the afternoon! Vegetables will be displayed and judged, and prizes will be awarded! The afternoon will also include a talent show, poster contest, distinguished volunteer of the year award, and Scholarship Award! Stone Soup Circus will again be entertaining audiences with a roving juggler, aerial performers, and fun workshops for the whole family. The Colts Neck Swing Band will be performing! The Colts Neck Swing Band is a dynamic 19-piece big band boasting the bold and rich harmonies of five saxes, four trumpets, four trombones, bass, piano, drums and guitar. This entertaining instrumentation is professionally complemented by superb male & female vocalists. Stacked with local talent, many band members are professional musicians and educators and have performed with some of the most well-known names in the world of music. This fun, energetic band has delighted audiences of all ages in the area, and brings them to their feet dancing to classic Big Band Era tunes first made famous by Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Artie Shaw, Tommy Dorsey and Sinatra, as well as the music of today’s contemporary bands. All musical genres are covered, from up tempo swing and jive, to Latin, blues and slow, sultry ballads. Please visit the fair website - coltsneckfair.com - more information is being added each week. You may also contact the committee via email at coltsneckfair@aol.com, or by phone at (732) 462-8500. See you at the circus!
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randparents Day at Saint Leo the Great School is a day when students can spend quality time in the classroom with their grandparents and share their academic progress or introduce them to their teachers and classmates. It has been an ongoing event for more years than anyone can remember, and many grandparents travel from other states just to be a part of the event. Rita Williamson agrees it is special “because the grandchildren look forward to having us here.” Her husband Frank added, “Just seeing them growing up each year is special. They are learning so much and they want to share that with us.” Ian, whose teacher is Mrs. Devine, said, “I like having them come to
my school and classroom. I enjoy seeing them.” The Williamson’s grandchildren include Kylie, grade 2; Ian, grade 5; and Colin, grade 8. Allyson Cisar, grade 2, Mrs. Ippolito’s class and her brother Joseph, grade 3, were fortunate to have paternal grandparents, Joe and Michelle Cisar, maternal grandparents, Milly and Bill Herndon, as well as their greatgrandfather, Charles Kitson attend this event. They agreed it was a fun day for all. Eric Beyar, grade 1, Mrs. Heidelberger’s class was joined by his maternal grandmother, Barbara Morello. His Uncle Edward Cowan filled in as a guest for his paternal grandparents. “It’s just a beautiful day and Eric is looking forward to going to the book fair,” said Mrs. Morello. Eric’s uncle
Maternal grandmother Barbara Morello stands beside grandson Eric Beyar as he and his Uncle Edward Cowan point to work he has hanging in the hall of Saint Leo the Great School.
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Local Stuff TO DO First Saturday Asbury Park Downtown Asbury Park is hopping every First Saturday with sidewalk sales, boutiques & antique shopping, dining & promotions, gallery openings, and more! Cookman Avenue & surrounding streets – year-round www.asburyparkchamber.com Atlantic Highlands Summer Concert Series Sundays, 7/3 – 8/28 @ 7:00 p.m. in Atlantic Highlands Municipal Harbor – www.ahnj.com Belmar Friday Night Concert Series Fridays, 6/3 thru 9/23 (weather permitting) Mix of performers & genres from 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. @ Pyanoe Plaza – www.belmar.com Thursdays by the Sea Long Branch 7/7 thru 9/1 starts at 7:00 p.m. A music series featuring local talent, at Festival Plaza in Pier Village – www.longbranch.org Monmouth Park Family Fun Days Sundays, Now thru 9/4 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free pony rides, face painters, clowns, live music & more. Children under 12 get in free www.monmouthpark.com Red Bank Summer Series Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays in July & August Movies, jazz & songwriters overlooking the Navesink River starting at 7:00 p.m. at Riverside Gardens Park www.redbanksummerseries.org 36 JUNE 2011
Asbury Park Summer Concerts on the Beach Mondays, 6/6 thru 9/5 (weather permitting) Enjoy the music at this famous beach town – www.cityofasbury.com RiverFest 2011 6/3 thru 6/5 Red Bank restaurants offering food & music – ww.emacc.org StreetLife in Red Bank Saturdays, 6/4 thru 8/27, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Performers stationed on sidewalks throughout downtown Red Bank – ww.redbankrivercenter.org Two Rivers Garden Tour 6/4 & 6/5 Visit five private estate gardens in Rumson – www.tworivershow.com Ocean Grove Giant Spring Flea Market 6/4, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (rain or shine) Over 300 vendors selling new, used & anique items www.oceangrovenj.com 25th Annual NJ Seafood Festival in Belmar 6/10 thru 6/12 One of the largest seafood festivals in the nation, free and family-friendly. For more information go to www.belmar.com Summer Flea Market @ Allaire Village 6/11 from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (rain date 6/12) Irish Festival @ Monmouth Park Racetrack 6/12 from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Live music, food & family fun – www.monmouthpark.com Spring Lake Irish Festival 6/18 (rain date 6/19) For more information go to www.springlake.org 4th Annual International Festival 6/25, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (rain date 6/26) Savor cuisines of Italy, Greece, Mexico, Caribbean, Germany, Ireland & America. Located on the waterfront and W. Front Street in Keyport – www.keyportonline.com Annual Asbury Park Jazz Festival 6/25 and 6/26 from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Live jazz and blues @ Sunset Park – www.apjazz.com Atlantic Highlands Historical Society House Tour 6/25, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tour homes & gardens of historical importance www.atlantichighlandshistory.com Independence Day Celebration @ Historic Allaire Village 6/26, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Join in the 1836 militia muster & general fanfare Atlantic Highlands Fireman’s Fair 6/28 to 7/2 from 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Fireworks on 7/1 @ 9:30 p.m. Fun for the whole family
New deals for old wheels!
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edals for Progress, in its continuing effort to recycle bicycles properly, is having a used bike collection sponsored by the Colts Neck Reformed Church. Anyone with an adult or child’s bicycle in repairable condition is urged to donate his or her bike to this worthy cause. We do not accept “bikes for parts” or disassembled bikes. Bikes can be dropped off from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Saturday, June 11, 2011 rain or shine at the Colts Neck Reformed Church, 72 Route 537 West in Colts Neck. P4P collects 5,000 to 7,000 bicycles annually and transfers this material wealth to those more needy. To date, more than 129,500 have been shipped to developing countries in Latin America, Africa, and Eastern Europe. In these countries the bikes are reconditioned by partner agencies and distributed at low cost to poor working adults. These bikes provide them with reliable transportation for commuting to work, transporting produce to market, or accessing health care and other services. Steady employment for these adults is vital to the development and success for these economies. It costs $40 to collect, process, ship, rebuild and distribute each bicycle. A donation toward shipping costs is necessary (suggested minimum $10 per bike). All cash and material donations are fully tax deductible and a receipt will be available at the collection site. We also accept working portable sewing machines. Pedals for Progress is a 501(c)t(3) corporation and a registered charity in the states of NJ, PA, KS, CT, MA & VT. Brochures explaining this innovative program will be available at the collection site. P4P seeks donations of wrenches for our overseas shops. For detailed information about our overseas projects and a current schedule of bicycle collection, visit our website at www.p4p.org. For more info, call Chris Vande Bunte at (732) 462-4555.
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Local Eats
This month’s Local Eats comes from Holmdel resident Judie Saunders. This Summer Berry Crumble can be used as a dessert or snack!
Bon Appetite! Summer Berry Crumble
Ingredients: For berry filling: • • • •
18 ounces of blackberries 18 ounces of blueberries 3/4 cup red raspberries 1/2 cup sugar
Method: 1. Pre-heat oven to 400° 2. Combine blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and sugar in 7X11 baking dish and set aside. 3. Next place butter in microwave safe dish and microwave on high for approximately 45 seconds or until butter is melted.
For crumble topping: • 1 stick unsalted butter • 6 tablespoons light brown sugar • 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour • 1 3/4 cup regular noninstant oats • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • Pinch of salt
4. Add flour, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon and salt to melted butter and combine with spoon or your hands until mixture forms into dry crumbly texture. 5. Sprinkle and completely cover berries with crumble mixture. 6. Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes (depending on oven). Check berry crumble after 25 minutes and cover with foil if top of crumble becomes too brown. 7. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or low fat vanilla yogurt OR just eat it as is.
Community Magazine invites you to be our resident chefs! Please share your favorite dishes with your community by sending it to: magazine@mycommunitypublications.com
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THE LONG WEEKEND
Have a Barrel of Fun in
NIAGARA FALLS! American and Canadian
Falls Things To Do (Don’t Forget To Pack Your Passport!)
Maid of the Mist Boat Tour of Niagara Falls
The powerful diesel-engined boats take visitors to the base of the American Falls and the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. This is the best way to appreciate the power and roar of the falls.
The Skylon Tower
Get a spectacular view 775 feet above Niagara Falls from the Observation Deck of the Skylon Tower. Visitors can also enjoy fine dining in the Revolving Dining Room.
Niagara Helicopters Limited
If the Skylon Tower just isn’t high enough for you, maybe Niagara Helicopters can satisfy your lust for elevation - get an awe-inspiring view of Niagara Falls.
IMAX Theatre Niagara Falls
Hold on to your seats! Experience the thunderous power of Niagara Falls from a heart-thumping perspective. The IMAX Theatre Niagara Falls features a more than six-stories high screen and 12,000 watts of floor shaking digital surround sound that will make you feel like you’re right in the heart of the action.
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Marineland
This has long been a favorite for families. This park features amusement rides, dolphin, walrus and sea lion shows; splash and jump sessions showcasing killer whales. There are also land animals such as deer, buffaloes and bears.
Bird Kingdom
Experience 50,000 square feet of tropical rain forest with over 400 free flying birds at the world’s largest indoor aviary - Niagara Falls Aviary.
Journey Behind the Falls
Journey consists of an observation platform and series of tunnels near the bottom of the Horseshoe Falls on the Canadian shore of the Niagara River.
Whirlpool Aero Car
Get a great view and a rush of adrenalin by traveling above the Niagara Whirlpool and its rapids in an antique cable car.
Ontario Place
It’s a family entertainment area with a water park, marina, and tons of rides. Bonus for the kids - they have the largest outdoor soft play climbing structure in Canada.
Toronto Zoo
This zoo has over 5,000 animals representing over 500 species and the animals seem to be spread out over many acres of property not crammed into small fenced-in cages.
Niagara SkyWheel
A 175-foot tall Ferris wheel that is approximately 12 to 15 minutes long, giving passengers views of the Niagara River, the
Horseshoe Falls and American Falls, and is open all year.
Cave of the Winds Tour
See a side of the falls few people get to experience by taking the Cave of the Winds journey after sunset, one of the most aweinspiring Niagara Falls tours available to the public. Follow the rainbow of colors illuminating the falls right up to the Hurricane Deck for a breathtaking adventure you won’t forget.
Niagara Wine Trail and Wineries
Located along the lower river below the roaring waters of the Falls, is the Niagara Wine Trail. Niagara wine tours, events and festivals are held year-round to offer the wine tasting experience to all visitors of Niagara Falls.
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Eyes on First Ave, an ‘upscale, yet casual’ optical store
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yes on First Ave, located in Atlantic Highlands, is owned and operated by Jamie Troster, who is a licensed optician in the state of New Jersey and a resident of Atlantic Highlands. Jamie has been in the optical industry for over 20 years. She started her career working in an optical laboratory and was responsible for the production and quality of all types of eyewear. Jamie was soon promoted to the position of store manager for a leading national optical retailer. For the past twelve years, Jamie has been responsible for the management and overall successful operation of 25 optical stores in New York City and New Jersey. Jamie resigned her corporate position to pursue her dream of opening Eyes on First Ave in Atlantic Highlands. Susan Thierry, who is also a licensed optician in the State of New Jersey, joined Jamie at Eyes on First Ave bringing her
30 years of experience in the optical industry to the store. Thierry’s background reflects expertise in management, production of eyewear, interpreting prescriptions and helping clients choose the best possible frame and lens design to suite their individual needs. Also on hand to assist clients find the perfect pair of eyewear are eyewear stylists Katie Young, Vicky Lazar and Megan Doherty. Jamie’s vision for Eyes on First Ave was to have an “upscale, yet casual” optical store, which would combine expert personalized customer care with fashionable, quality eyewear. Jamie chose the conveniently located Atlantic Highlands location so that the diverse needs of the town’s residents could be met, as well as the residents of the surrounding communities. To create the perfect environment, Jamie solicited the help of designer and business
Owner Jamie Troster sits at one of the display tables inside Eyes on First Ave in Atlantic Highlands. identity consultant, Theresa Gjertsen. Gjertsen’s exquisite talents helped Jamie transform her dream for Eyes on First Ave into a reality. Eyes on First Ave is a full service optical store that prides itself on providing quality eye care with prescription and nonprescription eyewear. Comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings and contact lenses are available by a doctor of optometry. Eye exams include a medical assessment through pupil dilation to check for cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and other eye anomalies.
Please call the store to schedule appointments for eye exams. Eyes on First Ave is an authorized dealer of the top designer brands. The newest designs as well as classic styles from Tom Ford, Pro Design, Tiffany & Co, Prada, Gucci, Versace, Tory Burch, Juicy Couture, Oakley, Maui Jim, Kaenon, Wiley X and Ray Ban are all available at the store. Eyes on First Ave is also an exclusive dealer in Monmouth County for the Lafont Eyewear Collection. Visit Eyes on First Ave at www.eyesonfirstave.com and on Facebook.
Owner Jamie Troster shows off the exterior of Eyes on First Ave in the heart of Atlantic Highlands’ business district. 42 JUNE 2011
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Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski Memorial Fund announces 3rd annual baseball/picnic outing
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he Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Baseball/Picnic Outing at the Blue Claws Ballpark in Lakewood on June 14 at 6:30 p.m. to celebrate Flag Day, where we will all gather at the first base line, enjoy a great picnic, honor our Flag and our military and just have fun! Our mission is to continue to serve and assist returning men and woman called to serve our country. Previous donations have been made to The Fishers House; Underwater Warriors; two local New Jersey wounded servicemen; WIA Duck Hunt; and Wounded Warrior Fishing Trip. In addition, they have sent over 1,000 pounds of items to our servicemen and women currently deployed; participated in supplying Operation Palladin with items to be used in their off time; school items for the schools that have been built by our troops; Thomas Je-
rome House; donation to a fallen soldier’s family. We are seeking sponsors to honor and support this event and the Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund. All sponsors will be recognized at the game and on the website. So please join us in a night out with the family and helping our soldiers. Let’s show them that we are proud of their sacrifice. For more information, email RunwithDennis@yahoo.com.
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SJV goes to Honduras
D
uring Spring Break, a teacher and two SJV students went to Honduras to help with the Henry B. King Medical Brigade. World Language teacher Mrs. Daisy Seibel, freshman Tifanny Castillo and senior Theresa Spina traveled with the medical brigade and volunteered their time as translators. The brigade has been in operation for 20 years. Pat King, Henry B. King’s wife, took over the brigade after he passed away. The brigade also owns and runs an orphanage in Honduras called the House of Friendship. The brigade consists of nurses, doctors, gynecologists, dentists, pediatricians, pharmacists,
aids and translators. They treat about 175 children every day. All of the volunteers pay their own airfare and accommodations. They stay in a small motel in the providence of Santa Barbara. Before the trip the volunteers help to raise funds for supplies and put together goodie bags that will be distributed to the villages in Honduras. Freshman Tifanny Castillo said, “The people that I met are the nicest people that I have ever met. I am definitely going back next year. It was very different experience and a big responsibility.” Castillo hopes to become a doctor and specialize in reconstructive surgery.
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for the record
The unemployed get a needed break By Anthony V. Locascio, Esq.
D
ue to the present economic downturn, for employers, it’s a buyer’s market. Because there are so many people looking for work, when an employer has an opening, the employer can be choosy in deciding who to hire. However there seems to be a growing trend whereby employers, taking advantage of this opportunity to be rather selective in their hiring policies, have not only limited their hiring decisions but have taken it one step further by limiting the application process to only those presently employed. This is not only unfair but also frustrating to the unemployed who are anxious to get back to work, but find many wanted ads include a statement that unemployed individuals need not apply. Well, New Jersey’s unemployed should be relieved to learn that New Jersey has come to their aid by recently passing a law that will give those who are out of work the same opportunity to get a job as those who are fortunate enough to have a job but are seeking to improve their job status. Specifically, the new law makes it unlawful for an employer to “knowingly or purposefully publish, in print or on the Internet, an advertisement for any job vacancy in this state that contains one or more of the following (provisions stating that): (a) the qualifications for a job include current employment; (b) the employer... will not consider or review an application for employment submitted by any job applicant currently unemployed; or (c) the employer... will only consider or review applications for employment submitted by job applicants who are currently employed.”
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Because the intent of this new law is to “remove barriers to employment for people who are actively seeking work”, the law imposes the following fines on any employer who violates this law: (a) for a first offense: $1,000, (b) for a second offense: $5,000, (c) for a third and each subsequent offense: $10,000. The law intends that these fines are to be the only enforcement mechanism, i.e. it does give an aggrieved person the right to sue an employer who violates the law. However, in appropriate circumstances, the law does allow an employer to include, in a wanted ad, certain qualifications required by the job, such as “the holding of a current and valid professional or occupational license, certificate, registration, permit or other credential, or a minimum level of education, training or professional, occupational or field experience... (or) applicants who are currently employed by such employer.” This new law opens many doors that were previously closed to the unemployed, and although it does not solve every unemployed person’s problem or give each and every unemployed person an immediate job, it does level the playing field to give those actively seeking employment a better chance to achieve your goal. Take advantage of it, and good luck. If you have a general legal question you would like discussed, please email and send your question to magazine@ mycommunitypublications. com or to Anthony at anthony@goldandalbanese.com. The names of persons submitting questions, and the specific subject matter shall be kept strictly confidential.
This article is meant for informational purposes only, and is not legal advice. No representations or warranties are made with regard to the accuracy or content of this information. Always contact an attorney before taking any legal action. ANTHONY V. LOCASCIO is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as Civil Trial Attorney and is an attorney with the firm of GOLD, ALBANESE &, BARLETTI with offices in Red Bank (732) 9369901, Morristown, New York, and Boston, Massachusetts.
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New Jersey Lady Thunder hockey team looking for players - are you interested?
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he New Jersey Lady Thunder is a continuation of a girls hockey program that has existed in Monmouth and Ocean counties at the Gold Coast Arena in Farmingdale since 2004. They have fielded teams in at least four different age levels: 10 & under, 12 & under, 14 & under and 19 & under achieving division championships and district titles in multiple seasons. Most of the girls that play ice hockey in these areas think it is better to play in a boy’s league, and it is to a degree, but it ultimately hurts the girl’s programs and also her chances of being scouted by college scouts. Most college scouts go to boy’s games and tournaments looking for boys to play college hockey. If a particular college offers a girls club also, scouts for the girls go to girl’s games and tournaments. Girl’s hockey has been gaining popularity since 1998 when Women’s hockey was first introduced into the
Winter Olympic Games and the first USA Women’s Team won the gold medal at Nagano, Japan, defeating the Canadian team. Since then, more and more girls have been getting into playing ice hockey, and now more colleges have been introducing girls’ teams at all college levels. The opportunity for the girls to be looked at for college hockey has increased to the point that girls’ chances of college scholarships are much in her favor as opposed to boys because of the pure growth of girl’s hockey in the United States. They are always recruiting and looking to develop girls and grow girl’s hockey in our area. Whether you are a seasoned player or just have only a slight interest in trying ice hockey, they are interested in you. You are invited to come to one of their sessions free of charge and give it a try. Please contact Coach Tony at (201) 538-4409 or email njthunder@ymail.com. COMMUNITY MAGAZINE 51
corey wagar I
n the Wagar household, Country is spelled C-O-R-E-Y. Eighteen year old Corey Wagar is proud to say Colts Neck is her hometown, and adds without hesitation that Nashville holds the key to her heart. “Hurricane” is Corey’s first single, which she co-wrote with Gordon Brown. It is available on her official website www.coreywagar.com. Corey’s love of country music started in third grade when she took daily trips to the beach in the summer with her Uncle Paul and they listened to the Dixie Chicks on the radio. “I know most kids listened to the Spice Girls or Back Street Boys then, but I liked my Uncle’s music.” Her father was also a musician, whose band played all along the Jersey Shore, and at three-years-old Corey joined him on stage to add her “sha-la-la-las” as he sang “Brown Eyed Girl.” She grew up hearing the music of Kenny Rogers and Alabama, two of the many artists her father loved. Listening to the words of these songs on a regular basis deepened her love of Country music. “I started to notice that every song tells a story. The harmonies were just great and the songs seemed so real to me.” Added to her love of music was the joy of performing on stage. “Being in plays at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank when I was younger started me off,” said Corey. She shared the stage with family members during performances in Annie, the Wizard of Oz and Fiddler on the Roof. A pattern was beginning to form in Corey Wagar’s young life. A developing love of Country music, the thrill of performing before a live audience, and a desire to write her own songs was leading her toward an amazing career. “I love being on stage, it just feels natural to me. I love seeing the audience having a great time. One of my favorite things to do is to perform,” shared Corey. 52 JUNE 2011
A WHOLE
LOTTA
COUNTRY By SUSAN MURPHY
Left: Left to right: Corey Wagar, Program Director/DJ, Warsaw NY Lee Richey, Gordon Brown pause during a live radio talk show to promote Corey’s single “Hurricane.”
Left to right: Guitarist, co-writer Gordon Brown, Corey Wagar, and DJ Lisa Johnson discuss Corey’s single, “Hurricane.” This meeting took place in Harrison, Arkansas.
Above: Left to right: Legendary Country singer Dolly Parton, Producer Kent Wells, and Wagar share a special moment in Nashville.
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nd Nashville is calling her. At the age of 16, Corey recorded several songs with renowned music producer Kent Wells; a producer for Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, and Reba McIntyre, and was well received. While there, she had the thrilling experience of meeting one of her inspirations – Dolly Parton. Still excited about her experience, Corey explained, “She is a talented, amazing singer. She was recording, but she came out and gave me a big hug. It was the first time we had ever met. She was so down to earth, so welcoming, and she wished me well. It was an amazing feeling to see one of my biggest inspirations. It was incredible to see her doing what she loves to do. She is so real and she knows where she came from. It was so cool for me to see that not everyone changes once they become famous. I definitely want to strive to be the way she is.” Corey just completed a two week live radio tour with two close friends. Gordon Brown, who co-wrote “Hurricane” with Corey, accompanies her on guitar. Aura Guadagno, who lives in Nashville, has come along for the ride and helps them out with everything. “This is such an amazing live radio tour. I am hoping for big things in the future,” shared Corey. Her single, “Hurricane,” charted 119 on the Music Row Charts during the two weeks of her live radio talk shows. Corey was ecstatic. “Hurricane” tells my story and who I am. Being a Gemini, I have a side of me that is crazy and out of control and I have been called “Hurricane” Corey!” Her family has been very supportive of
her journey, and her 20 year old sister and 15 year old brother are thrilled for her. “Doing this is a dream come true for me. My school has been awesome about me leaving classes to follow my dream. I take schoolwork with me while I’m away. It’s amazing to see the world at such a young age. I just finished a two week tour of Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, and West Virginia. It’s amazing to share Country music with those who really love it,” noted Corey. She has opened up for some of her idols – Rascal Flatts, Little Big Town, Lady Antebellum, Tim McGraw, Bo Price and Kelly Pickler of American Idol fame, Glorianna, the LoCash Cowboys, and Ashton Shepherd, who is really big in country music right now. Corey found Nashville to be fascinating and filled with excitement. “Nashville is an amazing place to be. The music scene is really different. It is a cool city and definitely where it’s at for country music. I love the fact that I grew up in Jersey with the Asbury Park music scene with Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi. I am really proud to say I am from this area. No matter how many shows I do or how many people I work with from Nashville, Jersey will always have a huge spot in my life, it will always be my hometown.” “I’ve always wanted to go on tour and get my music out there. We have had great response from everyone. It’s been a crazy ride so far. I’m home for a week now, then out again for a week, home for graduation, then on tour for the summer. I will officially make my move to Nashville in July. Once there I will be
working and doing what I love to do and I can continue to follow my dream.” She has been traveling to Nashville for about three years, going there every month or so, and has been recording and working on her album there for two years. “I have a lot of friends in Nashville and I know the area, so there is a great support system for me.” “On the Edge” is Corey’s first album, which has 15 songs on it. “A lot of the songs are upbeat and fun. I co-wrote them with Jamie O’Neil and Preston Brust from LoCash Cowboys. They are funny, kick-butt songs combining jersey sounds with influences from true country music. I wrote or co-wrote all but one of the songs on the album. They are about stories close to my heart, about stories that are close to home. A lot of heart was put into these songs. I just want to share them with the world. I spent two and a half years working on this, it’s my baby, and a lot of sweat and tears went into it.” All of the songs are on sale now on iTunes. An official national release will take place in July 2011. Corey gratefully acknowledged and thanked the people who have helped her to follow her dream. “I am really thankful to be from this great area. Friends, family, and local musicians from Colts Neck and all of Monmouth County have been so supportive, which is the main thing that has pushed me along. It is all so surreal. I can’t believe all of the things that are happening right now. It’s a crazy ride but I’m having fun with it.”
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In the good old summertime By Sheri Nicholson
as favors for your younger guests. Purchase festive napkins, roll your flatware in them and tie with a ribbon. Serve a red punch and add a pinwheel straw. When dark falls, get ready for fireworks with a basket of blankets and glow sticks for the children.
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ike Nat King Cole once sang: Roll out those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer, those days of soda and pretzels and beer. Apparently Mrs. Cole did not know much about entertaining. Yes, of course a cold soda and a bag of chips at the beach is a fun snack, but we can come up with something a bit more creative. Think outside your usual style of entertaining, don’t go for the same old menu. Throw some rich fun colors into your décor; mix it up with a splash of whimsy, a bit of the unusual. Plan your party like a professional event planner. The secret is to have a theme, look for inspiration in a color, a flower, a holiday, a piece of artwork or something as simple as the monogram of your guest of honor. A theme lets you focus while planning. Always remember to never go to far with a theme, we do not need to see starfish on every item on the table. Every successful event planner is an avid list maker, sit down with a pad and pen and make a list. Shoot for the stars in your planning stages. Have grand ideas and then figure out how to fit them into your time schedule and budget. Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa, says it best when she reminds hostess’ that it isn’t what menu you serve to guests, it’s the guests themselves that are the most important element of any gathering. If you are cooking yourself, make your menu an easy one, dishes that can be prepared ahead of time so you will be able to spend time with your guests. If you’re planning a larger party, think about hiring a server or bartender. The first detail to planning any party is to select a personalized invitation. The invitation sets the tone for your party, it should tell guests a little of what to expect. From there its time to design your décor, menu and table settings. Summer entertaining can take the party out of your dining room and into the garden or onto the deck. You can pack a beach hamper full of delicious delights and have a beach dinner for friends, a 4th of July celebration in the backyard and in the hot days of August delight guests with a Lemonade Social. Beach Party: Kick things up a little this summer and try something a bit more stylish for a beach picnic. Invite guests to join you at your favorite beach at six for cocktails and sunset. Ask each guest to bring a beach chair and a favorite cold appetizer
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to share. Set up your party with a folding table covered with a madras plaid tablecloth. Use pretty ribbons to tie each corner to the leg of the table so it wont blow off. For an easy centerpiece, use cut hydrangeas clustered together in a children’s sand pail. Napkins for your guests could be colorful bandanas or t-towels. Bring some elegance to the party by using real glasses. Practice your mix master skills and concoct a signature cocktail, pre-mix and fill a thermos or beverage dispenser to transport. As fun giveaways, have colorful flip-flops for each guest to take home.
Hooray for the Red, White & Blue: It just would not be summer without a 4th of July bash. Of course your theme is Ole Glory. Invitations with a Red, White & Blue border, complete with stars and stripes can invite family and friends to attend. Buy dozens of American Flags in all different sizes for decorating. Nothing is as pretty or as summery as a small American Flag poking out of a pot of red geraniums. Small paper flags, traditionally used for cupcakes are a simple and easy way to make a Americana wreath for your door, pool gate or can be laid down on a table or sideboard for a centerpiece. Just use a Styrofoam wreath from a craft shop. Poke the small flags in a circular pattern around the wreath. For a simple and yummy centerpiece, fill glass vases with red, white and blue bubble gum, add flags of all sizes and you have a charming centerpiece for your table that will double
Lemonade Social: When life gives you Lemons… we all know the ending to this phrase…make Lemonade. Or in this case make a party. Have a Lemonade Social just like our grandparents did, but with a modern twist. Lemons and Limes can be a fun and affordable theme for a party. They work together in so many ways to give your party a stylish yet fun look. For décor, fill vases, bowls and just about any container with lemons, limes and even kiwis. Piled together they give a great burst of color to tables, sideboards and buffets. Slice lemons or limes and place on the inside of your vase, add water and then arrange flowers in tight nested arrangements. Try using white hydrangeas, and lemon leaves. Your guests will look twice when they realize what’s in the bottom of your centerpieces. Take a clay saucer from any flowerpot, place a 8” white pillar candle in the center, then place lemons and limes around the base. Snip off the heads of white Shasta daisies and place around the fruit. A great accessory for entertaining is a glass beverage dispenser. Fill yours with ice, sliced lemons and the beverage of your choice. Use white or lime green linens and napkins on your table. Write each guest’s name on a lemon and place in the middle of their plate. Use your lemon and lime theme in your menu as well, with a touch of lemon or lime to various dishes. Oh and don’t forget the lemon ice (suggestion: the Lighthouse in Red Bank). It is always a refreshing end to a great meal. With the right planning, and a bit of creativity, you will be able to host successful and memorable events for family and friends.
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Newcomers and Neighbors Club Welcomes Spring with a Fashion Show
Left to right: Co-chairs Michele Caputi and Vicki Mazza planned a memorable luncheon and fashion show on May 5 for the Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Colts Neck and Holmdel, which was held at Branches in West Long Branch.
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he Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Colts Neck and Holmdel held a “Garden Party” spring luncheon and fashion show on May 5 at Branches in West Long Branch. Members arrived fashionably dressed for spring and were able to enjoy a cocktail hour, where they sat and visited with other members. Shortly after everyone had arrived, the first of a four course luncheon was served in the dining area, while President Sue Quincannon and Vicki Mazza, one of the cochairs for the event, discussed upcoming events and new
committee positions. It was announced that Sue would remain as President of the Club another year. Following the main course, the fashion show began. Seven Club members modeled daytime and evening wear, generously provided by Annie Sez of Shrewsbury. Each of the members added their own “touch” to the fashion show, whether it was their walk, their stance, the flirty way they looked over their shoulder, or the way they drew attention to their shoes. They all had fun showing off the great and reasonably priced clothing, as did their fellow members who watched them parade around the ta-
Left to right: Treasurer of the Club Gail Wachsmuth, member Irma Felcetto, founder of the Club Louise Martorana, and Publicity Chair Linda Orriss enjoy the cocktail hour.
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Left to right (seated): Rose Colin sits beside Club founder Louise Martorana and they are joined by (standing) Agnes Duffy, Sophie Fitzsimmons, Eleanor Tonningsen, and Darleen DeRosa, who all look forward this fashionable event each year.
bles. Well-deserved applause was given after they completed their modeling assignments. Next on the agenda was choosing the winning tickets for the various raffle prizes. These ranged from a basket filled with garden tote, trowel and gloves to an elegant twopiece glass beverage dispenser to two Tommy Bahama Beach chairs with a 7 foot umbrella to baskets filled with a Coach umbrella, Coach floral clutch, and Coach valet two-piece key ring. All of the prizes were wonderful and members with the winning tickets were excited. Thanks to the great event planning of co-chairs Vicki
Mazza and Michele Caputi, the afternoon was filled with meeting old friends and making new ones, reminiscing with past presidents of the Club, and promises made to meet at the next occasion. Louise Martorana, who founded the Club 40 years ago, said it used to be called the Newcomers Club of Colts Neck and Holmdel, but so many women from other areas wanted to join that it was renamed the Newcomers and Neighbors Club. It truly is open to everyone. Anyone interested in more information should call (732) 946-2833, or email newcomers.neighbors@gmail.com.
Some of the past Presidents of the Club join the current President Sue Quincannon and Co-President Maggie Osmulski for a memorable photo. Left to right: Helene Kalkay, Sue Quincannon, Maggie Osmulski, Bunny Kuhl, Donnie Hass, and Louise Martorana.
Good Things Come in Small Packages By Karen Nealis
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hat old adage rings true in many instances. Perhaps an example you are not aware of is in our two libraries. Although Colts Neck and Holmdel are small branches, we can deliver a big punch! Since we are part of the Monmouth County Library system, there are 10 other branches that we all share resources with. In fact, there are over 1.5 million books available to our patrons! And that does not include a great service we offer for free downloadable books. As it is a technology driven world, book formats are changing to keep up. Through the ListenNJ program, our patrons can download either audio or e-reader versions of titles at no cost. All it takes is a library card!
There are many supported devices for both formats. If you have an Android phone, Blackberry or iPad/iPhone, titles can be directly downloaded in either format. For other devices, titles are first downloaded to your PC or Mac and then transferred, using the OverDrive Media Console. You must download this software (which is free and easy to find) in order to transfer audio titles to another device. The audio titles can be downloaded to an iPod, MP3 or burned to a CD. The instructions are clear and easy. The collection of audio and digital titles includes adult, young adult and childrens fiction and non-fiction. As always, our librarians are available to help you with any questions you may have. Whatever your format of choice, happy reading!!
Children’s Activities for June This is the month of the kick-off for the Vacation Reading Club for independent readers and for the Read-To-Me for younger participants. Registration is via computer from either home or at the library at www. monmouthcountylib.org. We will be hosting a Friends Around the World concert featuring Yosi Levin. He is a very popular Jersey Shore children’s musician that will be held at the Holmdel Community Center at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, June 27. Children under 5 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. No registration is required. Please call the library with any questions. Young Adult readers may also sign up for the YA Gnoming Around themed reading club.
Holmdel Library Programs
Colts Neck Library Programs
Children’s Programming SPRING STORYTIME SERIES will end Thursday, June 23. SUMMER STORYTIME SERIES will run from July 7 to August 18.
Children’s Programming Baby Story Time (with parent/caregiver) Ages 10-23 months Mondays or Wednesdays 10:00 to 10:20 a.m.
Toddler Storytime Series Thursdays - June 2, 9, 16, 23 Bouncing Bunnies- Ages 16 months–23 months (with Parent/Caregiver) 9:45- 10:05 a.m. Curious Cubs- Ages 2-3 years (with Parent/Caregiver) 10:15-10:35 a.m. Preschool Stories and Craft Ages 3-5 years Mondays, June 6, 13, 20 - 2:00-2:30 p.m. and Thursdays- June 2, 9, 16, 23 11:00-11:30 a.m. OR 2:00-2:30 p.m. School Age Programs Kindergarten through Grade 2 Mondays, June 6, 13, 20- 4:15-5:00 p.m. Registration is required. Please check the library for more information.
Toddler Story Time (with parent/caregiver) Ages 2-3 ½ years old Mondays 11:00-11:20 a.m. or Wednesdays 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. Preschool Story Time Ages 3 ½ - 5 years old Mondays 2:15-2:45 p.m.or Wednesdays 11:00-11:30 a.m. School Age Programs Grades K and up Normally held on Wednesdays from 4:15-4:45 p.m. They usually include a story and craft. Inquire at the library for further information. Young Adult Programming Tie Dye Workshop - The hippie inspired fashion trend has returns on Tuesday June 28th from 6:30 to 8:30 PM! So… bring along creative ideas as we design Tie Dye t-shirts. Wear old clothes and bring along a clean white t-shirt. Don’t stop there! Think outside of the box and bring pillow cases, high-top sneakers & socks to make great tie dye fashion!! For ages 6th grade and up. Registration is limited. Stop by the Reference Desk or call (732) 431-5656. Please limit it to two items each! Adult Programming Book Discussion - The Friends of the Library sponsored event, One Town, One Book returns to the library on June 2 (starting at 6:00 p.m.) and June 3 (starting at 10:00 a.m.) to discuss the book “The Man Who Loved Books Too Much” with the community. Light refreshments will be served. Copies of the book, audio-book and e-book are available for loan from the library or can be purchased for $13 each. Proceeds benefit the library. Call to sign up today. Introduction to E-Readers - A representative from Barnes and Noble is coming to the library on Thursday, June 9, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. to provide a cursory glance at e-readers and the services the library offers. Registration required. COMMUNITY MAGAZINE 57
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From the Desks of
Mayor Pat Impreveduto
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and Deputy Mayor Serena DiMaso
ach month it is our pleasure to report to you in this column. We thoroughly enjoy bringing you the news of Holmdel and the decisions the governing body has made on your behalf. Many people have asked how our government works. While each of us has a voice and a vote, we cannot act in a vacuum. Each decision made takes three or sometimes four votes of the members. While as Mayor and Deputy Mayor, we have additional responsibilities, we have the same vote as the other governing body members. We work together as one, and together we accomplish a great deal for our residents. Of course, we don’t always agree on everything, but that’s democracy in action. Each of us also has additional responsibilies as a co-chair for one of five different “departments.” They are Public Safety, Department of Public Works, Administration, Finance and Community Development. These positions allow us to have meetings and guide the administrator in their day-to-day operations. Each of us reports back to the other committee members, so all five of us are informed. As Mayor and Deputy Mayor, we meet more often with the administrator, and are more closely connected to the day-to-day functions, but as co-chairs, we share duties. The administrator is responsible for the day-to-day activities of Holmdel. All the daily decisions that may occur in any business are handled by the administrator. For more years that we care to remember, we were entrusted with the role of reducing the school budget at this time of the year. This year the school budget passed as it was a zero increase. We want to thanks the BOE and our voters for their due diligence in producing and passing such a budget. We know in these tough economic times, we are all tightening our belts, whether it is at home or work, we are learning to do more with less. The same is true for Holmdel’s budget, many thanks to our township administrator, staff and all the governing body members for working together to achieve the cuts to our budget that needed to be made. A big thank you to our Financial Advisory Task Force, who spent countless hours reviewing the budgets with two sets of finance 58 JUNE 2011
chairpersons, as our process started last October. With falling state aid, as well as an increase in our pension contributions, and the rise in health care - those decisions were not easy to make. We will have to tighten further our already tight belt. Each day our staff at town hall looks at ways to reduce costs and hold the line. We have made the tough decisions by laying people off or choosing not to replace those who retire, but shift the work load. This is sometimes more difficult then it sounds with civil service rules, but we have a wonderful staff who are willing to do what it takes. This year we had several employees in the layoff plan. Some layoffs were avoided by either staff taking pay cuts or by the employees making concessions to their contract. We want to thank the PBA for their efforts, by giving up overtime, contract concessions and paying for training - they were able to save their officers’ jobs, as did the DPW in giving up overtime and contract concessions. We are looking into ways to cuts costs with our energy audit and are also looking into the use of solar panels for our township buildings; we have recently met with the BOE to enter into a shared services agreement to investigate a PPA for the solar panels. We are also looking into other shared services and personnel we can share to run the entire township more efficiently. There is not a day that goes by that we do not try to conserve money for you, and will do our best to hold the tax levy at a minimum. By now, many of you have probably already heard about Governor Christie’s “tool kit” he is hoping to send to municipalities. While many of us may decry the tax cuts the Christie/ Guadagno administration is putting into place, they are necessary. For far too long we did nothing to solve the problem, we only created new ones. We need to become more competitive as a state, so that we can attract those business and those ratables to produce revenues and STOP depending on our taxpayers to foot the whole bill for school, county, and municipal budgets Over the past several months we have had several meetings with the Governor and Lt. Governor to discuss ways to help us get our state back on the right footing and this will only
help Holmdel. The Lt. Governor has also played a hand in the Lucent property, in helping us assure the owners that we are working hard to find a buyer that will in fact be a win/win for both Holmdel and themselves. In our collective experiences as mayor, no Governor has reached out or sat down across the table to ask what did we think, what did my constituents think. This can only be viewed as a positive step in the right direction. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our volunteers. While only the first half of the year has past, the volunteers are all hard at work. Many of our volunteers are new to Holmdel government and they are doing a wonderful job. It is so heartwarming to be able to include so many more new people; it’s what our town should be about, everyone pitching in where they can, when they can. Their volunteerism also helps us reduce costs and save taxpayer dollars. I know I can speak on behalf of all the residents when I say, “Thank you for a job well done.” Another thank you for costs savings must go to Friends of Holmdel’s Open Space and numerous other volunteers for their hard work in cleaning up the “Bachstadt Tract.” We will be naming the parcel at our June 3 meeting, chosen from our “name the park” contest. On June 12, they will host its 4th Annual Barn Dance at Bayonet Farm, please come to support them. It’s a boot kickin’ good time, so make plans to come, and bring your friends to do-se–do! You may even see a mayor sporting her pig tails! On June 12, the Holmdel First Aid Squad will hold their garage sale at the Crawfords Corner Road building. For information, you can call Captain Mike Nikoli at (732) 778-8308. They will have lots of good stuff, remember “one man’s junk is another’s treasure” - maybe you’ll even sign up to be a member. Join us in giving back to our community, both Fire and First Aid are completely staffed by volunteers and if you have the time they could use your help. They have also recently sent out their annual fund drive requests, please give, this helps all of us. Give what you can, even if it’s just five, ten or twenty dollars, every penny counts and will help to save a life, who knows, it may be your own.
We have had some residents ask us to ask all of you to: “give a hoot and not pollute!” Please think twice about tossing trash from you car and please pick up any garbage that falls from your pails. If we all work together, Holmdel will remain the lovely place it is. Also, please be aware of how you place your brush piles at the curb. The township is a place we should be proud of and we ask that you follow those rules. As well as the rules for signage; we do not allow signs for independent contractors such as landscapers, painters etc. to be placed on lawns or around town as advertisements. We know many of you may not be aware of this ordinance, but now that you are please help us keep Holmdel beautiful. As an FYI, signs for non-profits or political groups are allowed to go up one month prior to the event/election and MUST come down within two weeks after. If you want to be even more proactive, we have an “adopt a road” program that you and a group of your friends can get together and keep a roadway clean. We supply everything you need. For more information on this and other incentive programs we have, please call Loni Lucina at (732) 946-2820 ext 1204. Lastly, June is graduation time. We would like to wish all our graduates great success in their futures. No matter what graduation you are celebrating, from Pre-k to Graduate school; may you build wonderful memories, enjoy new and terrific experiences, be careful of any sudden freedoms and may your “next step” be all you hoped and dreamed it would be. This wish is not only for our grads but for their families who loved and supported them along the way. Please feel free to contact any of the governing body members if you have any questions or comments about anything in town. You can call or email the Township Clerk at (732) 946-2820 ext. 1212 or info@holmdeltownship-nj.com. However, to keep informed, please log on to our website at www.holmdeltownship-nj.com - and sign up for “e-alerts,” this way you will always be informed on where and when the Township Committee will be meeting and other township events.
Baseball Bonanza Parade held in conjunction with Holmdel Day
Christopher Campis is a 2nd Lieutenant in the Marines and was recently deployed.
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Left to right: Standing behind the Military table displaying the Unit adopted by the township, and pictures of two currently deployed residents and one who already returned are Committeeman Rocco Pascucci, Township Clerk Maureen Shepherd, Mrs. Bergen, whose son is in Afghanistan, and Mayor Patrick Impreveduto. The table was set up at Holmdel Community Day, held on April 30, 2011.
olmdel residents were able to attend a “doubleheader” on April 30 as they watched the Baseball Bonanza Parade begin at Village School and end at Cross Farm Park, where Holmdel Community Day was just getting underway. The rest of the day was filled with baseballrelated activities, free rides, a train ride, Taekwondo demonstrations by U.S. Black Belt, and a wide variety of delicious foods. Representatives from township and local organizations, as well as businesses, answered questions and offered literature. Several Holmdel High School clubs also
participated. Mayor Patrick Impreveduto and Committeeman Rocco Pascucci welcomed guests and vendors alike and were pleased with the amount of families in attendance. One table was represented by parents of two Marines and one Navy Coreman, all residents of Holmdel. Mrs. Campis, whose son Christopher is a 2nd Lieutenant in the Marines was recently deployed; Mr. & Mrs. Bergen’s son, HM3 Douglas Bergen, is a Navy Coreman with the 3rd Battalion 9th Marines. Township Clerk Maureen Shepherd’s son, Staff Sergeant Sean Shepherd was with the 314 Marines and returned in 2007. Maureen also is the contact coordinator for the Unit adopted in October 2010 by Holmdel - 52nd Ordnance Group which is currently serving in Afghanistan. Both Mrs. Campis and the Bergens commended Maureen and the township for supporting their sons and the adopted Unit with care packages. Mr. Bergen said, “It helps the guys to know people back home are thinking of them.” Maureen noted that it takes many people working together to gather, package and mail the boxes overseas. The township committee committed the
K-9 Officer Joseph Van Pelt and his Partner Diogi, who are both crosstrained in narcotic detection and patrol, pose with a young friend at Holmdel Community Day.
HM3 Douglas Bergen, is a Navy Coreman with the 3rd Battalion 9th Marines.
money to ship the packages, and the residents donate the items, and the post office follows through by getting the packages out. Just a few items of the hundreds needed by our servicemen and women include powdered drink mixes, dried fruits, poptarts, Slim Jims, Starburst and Twizzlers, wipes, aloe vera lotion and suntan lotion, cheese and cracker single packages, crackers, as well as plastic containers of honey, jelly and peanut butter. A detailed list is available on the township website at www.holmdeltownship-nj.com. Go to bottom left of homepage, click Adopted Unit, go to bottom of that page and click Care Package Activities. Any questions can be directed to Maureen at (732) 946-2820 x 1211.
Grand Master Lee, owner of U.S. Black Belt Taekwondo Academy in Lincroft holds a board, as two students demonstrate a flying side kick. COMMUNITY MAGAZINE 59
holmdel HOLMDEL HALF CENTURY CLUB “Things and Stuff” June 2011 Wed, June 1
• 2 pm - The Walking Enthusiasts will meet in Holmdel Park. Last walking until September 7th. (See Note 3) Thu, June 2 • 9 am - 2 pm - Drop-In Day at the Senior Center. The Mah Jongg Group and book club will meet as usual. No Computer Classes in June. (See Note 2) • 7 pm - Township Committee meeting at Town Hall. Tue, June 7 • NO MEETING. Primary Election Day. Please vote! Wed, June 8 • 11:15 am to 1:15 pm - Cooking Class at the Senior Center. $8 payable in advance to the Recreation Office. (Non-residents - $10 fee.) Thu, June 9 • AC trip. Bally's. $20 pp, $25 slot play. Leave Senior Center at 9:00 am. Agnes King collects. Wed, June 15 • Philadelphia – Two hour cruise with lunch on the Belle Paddle Wheel Boat. Three hour guided tour of the city and Fairmount park. Leave Senior Center at 9 AM. $72 pp, Toni Brescia collects . All welcome. Thu, June 16 • 7 pm - Township Committee meeting at Town Hall. Tue, June 21 • Noon - Regular meeting. Last meeting until September 6th. (See Note 1) Salad – choice of Chef's Salad or Caesar Salad. $2 pp, Ines Csulak collects. Cutoff date – June 15th. Wed, June 22 • NYC – Musical: “Baby, It's You.” Orchestra seats, Lunch at Da Rosina. Leave Senior Center at 9:30 am. $133 pp, Agnes King collects. SOLD OUT. Thu, Jun 23 • AC trip. Resorts. Show: “42nd Street.” All-you-can eat buffet. $5 slot play. Leave Senior Center at 9:45 am. $35 pp, Ducky McCormick collects. All welcome.
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Note 1: Unless otherwise indicated, all regular meetings are at the Senior/Community Center, beginning at 12 noon, on the first and third Tuesdays of every month. The nurse is available during the first meeting of every month, unless otherwise noted. There will be no more HHCC meetings until September 6th. Note 2: Every Thursday is Drop-In Day at the Senior Center from 9 am to 2 pm, unless otherwise noted. • There will be no Computer Class meetings during the summer. • The Mah Jongg Group meets at 10 am every Thursday. • The Book Club meets at 11 am on the first Thursday of the month. Note 3: Tony Saliba’s Walking Enthusiasts meet at 2 pm every Wednesday at the Holmdel Park farm, weather permitting. After June 1st, there will be no more walking meetings until September 7th.
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Student Reaches Out To Help A Sick Friend
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hat started out as a fun hobby, quickly turned into a fundraising opportunity. Megan Sutherland, a fourth grade student at St. Benedict School in Holmdel, recently discovered the art of colored duck tape. After making herself some hair bows and wearing them to school, her schoolmates took notice and admired them. Soon, she was asked to make more. Megan decided to charge 50¢ a bow and donate all the proceeds to her friend Sammi’s medical fund. Some of the 4th grade boys were supportive by asking for bow ties! But, it didn’t end there. Thanks to 2nd grader Valerie Hoskey and 3rd grader Tara Hoskey, a local dance school director admired the bows they had bought from Megan. The bows, known as “Bows for Sammi” are now for sale at the Perna Dance Center in Hazlet with 100% of the proceeds going to Life Guard Ecumenical Foundation for Sammi. Ms.
Sutherland explained, “It makes me feel good inside because I know where the money is going and who it is helping. People really care about other people, even people they don’t know. It’s nice that everybody was supportive of my bows. I wish the bows could make Sammi better, I know they can’t but I hope they help in some way. Kids want to help sometimes too. Our parents do most of the helping but, it’s nice to be able to use our own ideas sometimes.” To date, $1526.00 has been raised. Megan Sutherland and Sammi
CILU UPCOMING EVENTS Explore Cheesequake with CILU On Saturday, June 4, from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., naturalist Jim Faczek will lead a walk at Cheesequake State Park in Matawan, exploring the plants, animals, and geology of the park. Enter the park at the main gate and park in the first lot on the left. (There is an entrance fee of $10 per vehicle.) Follow signs (the green trail) to the Interpretive Center where Naturalist Jim Faczek will explain the exhibits at the center and then lead the group on the park trails. Adults and children of all ages are encouraged to attend. Be sure to wear sneakers or hiking boots. To register, or to ask questions, please contact Jenni Blumenthal at (732) 264-8482 or jblumenthal@comcast.net. The park is accessible from Route 34 and Disbrow Road (immediately south of the Marketplace).
CILU Eco-Cruise On July 10, 3:30-7:00 p.m., CILU will sponsor an Eco-Cruise through Raritan Bay around Staten Island. Baykeeper Debbie Mans will be our guide as we travel along Arthur Kill and the Kill van Kull, and go under the Verazzano Bridge, learning about Raritan Bay and seeing the New Jersey shoreline from a new vantage point. The trip leaves from the Captain John dock in Keyport. Price, including refreshments of sandwiches, snacks, water, soft drinks, and wine, is $50 for adults and $25 for children. To register, or for questions, please contact Jenni Blumenthal at (732) 264-8482 or jblumenthal@comcast.net.
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reen was the theme surrounding the shows and exhibits on May 1 at the 13th Earth Day Festival held appropriately on the magnificent green grounds of Bayonet Farm. This parcel of land and the home that overlooks it all was sold to the township by Laura Harding with specific instructions that it be preserved and kept as farmland, so others might enjoy the beauty and peaceful existence that she had treasured. The Harding home is filled with history and exciting stories of celebrities who visited. One frequent visitor was Katharine Hepburn, who had become close friends with Laura Harding when both were pursuing their acting careers. Three guided tours of the home were given throughout the afternoon. “Go Green” exhibits included information by Citizens for Informed Land Use, Holmdel Environmental Commission, Friends of Holmdel Open Space, Holmdel High School ECO Club, Holmdel Historical Society, Clean Ocean Action, Holmdel Green Team, Holmdel Shade Tree Commission, Holmdel Venture Crew 10, Monmouth County Master Gardeners, Poricy Park, and the Sierra Club. Children could visit the Farm Friends Petting Zoo and feed the animals thanks to Little Bit Ponies and More. Arcadia Parrots and Exotic Birds offered children and adults alike the opportunity to see and learn about these beautiful feathered birds. Holmdel Girl Scout Troop #1710
invited visitors to their outdoor nail salon and featured wildlife tattoos as well. Leader Margie Davino noted that the troop is working on an awareness project regarding Styrofoam versus paper cups, as they relate to decomposition when discarded. Their poster suggests asking Dunkin Donuts for a paper cup rather than Styrofoam in order to “go green.” The Pet Adoption Network, which was founded in 1993, provided information on its non-profit pet rescue and adoption. Visit them at www.pani.petfinder.com. Shade Tree Commission President Jenni Blumenthal presented literature on how to prune young shade trees, apply mulch correctly, the best trees to plant for wildlife, and the ever-dreaded stink bug. Clean Ocean Action placed a large placard titled “Trash That Lasts…How Long Does It Take To Decompose,” and attached several familiar items with the length of years it takes them to decompose.
A wool winter hat takes almost 200 years; a small carton of orange juice or milk takes almost 300 years; a soda can takes 350 years; and this was just a few items that most people assume will just disappear. It was a real eye-opener to see the timeline! They also offered information on reusing or recycling numerous items. Further details can be found on their website at www.CleanOceanAction. org. Holmdel First Aid, Holmdel Police Explorers, Holmdel Departments of Parks and Recreation and Public Works and Holmdel’s Volunteers in Parks assisted in making the event a safe one. Dearborn Market contributed fresh fruit for the thirteenth year and floral decorations were courtesy of Bayshore Greenhouse and Farm, Holmdel Garden Center and Holmdel Nursery.
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Do You Know Your Holmdel History?
Information provided by Holmdel Historical Society
Cretaceous Period (65-145 million years ago) More than 65 million years ago, what we know as Holmdel was under the sea. This news made the front page when it was discovered in 1941. At that time, architect Hart Tourison announced that workers discovered sand and seashells while digging a well on Peter Maher’s 132-acre farm on Holmdel Road. Today, you can still find fossilized shark’s teeth here in Holmdel by sifting through the riverbeds at Ramanessin Brook Greenway Nature Trail Park.
1500’s-1600’s - Native American Indians and European Explorers Native American Indians
In the 1500s, Native Americans lived here in peace with nature. The Lenni Lenape Indians lived off the land. They fished from canoes built from tall trees and hunted with bow and arrows for deer and other animals. They used the deer meat for food, the antlers and bones for tools, and the hides for clothing. These Native Americans buried their dead in a sacred burial ground, located near today’s Holmdel Pool and Tennis Center. Today it is called Ackerson Cemetery in the Indian Hill section of town. The Lenape also used the highest point of land in Holmdel, now called Telegraph Hill Park, to send smoke signals. At about 280 feet above sea level, it has a panoramic view of the surrounding area. Indian tools, pieces of pottery, and arrowheads can still be found on the Holmdel farmlands.
European Explorers
The first European explorer to visit this area was Giovanni Verrazano, an Italian navigator sailing under the French flag in 1524. Verrazano sailed up the coast of the New World and anchored at Sandy Hook. In 1609, Englishman Henry Hudson sailed for the Dutch in his wooden ship “Half Moon.” Hudson went ashore and met with the Native Indians in Monmouth. He wrote in his logbook, “This is a very good land to fall in with and a pleasant land to see.” Hudson’s voyage established Dutch claims to the territory that included New York, New Jersey and Delaware. The Dutch called it New Amsterdam. They were main62 JUNE 2011
ly interested in the fur trade, but the English wanted to settle here. About 50 years after Hudson’s visit, the Dutch ceded the land to the English. In 1663, several Englishmen from Staten Island sailed over to Monmouth with the intent of buying land from the Indians. On January 25, 1664, they signed a deed for possession of the land. They gave the Indians wampum, 5 wool coats, 1 shirt, 1 cap, 1 gun, 12 pounds of tobacco and an anker (barrel) of wine. To obtain sanction and confirmation of their purchases, the men petitioned Governor Richard Nicholls. Nicholls granted a Patent to the settlers, authorizing their purchases. John Bowne, Richard Stout and Obadiah Holmes were among the 12 original “Patentees” who were the first to settle in the Holmdel area. Bowne, a leader of this pioneer group, received 500 prime acres in Middletown. This historic document, dated April 8, 1665, is called the Monmouth Patent. The Patent also guaranteed “free liberty of conscious without any molestation or disturbance whatsoever in the way of worship.” Copies of the original Monmouth Patent abound, but the location of the original document is unknown. By 1693, Monmouth County was established and it consisted of three towns: Freehold, Shrewsbury and Middletown. The area we know as Holmdel today was the western part of Middletown.
1700’s - Religious Freedom and the Revolutionary War Religion Plays a Part
The Baptist and Quaker settlers came to America to escape prosecution and seek religious freedom. John Bray was an early settler in the village area of Holmdel that we know now as the corner of Main Street and Holmdel Road. Bray was a Baptist minister who opened his house for prayer meetings. Before 1700, this area became known as Bray’s Meeting House. In 1709, Bray donated land to build the first Baptist Church in New Jersey, on Main Street. The church attracted more Baptist settlers and the area became known as Baptistown. Reverend Obadiah Holmes, one of the original signers to receive land under the Monmouth Patent, also helped organize the Baptist church. His two sons, Obadiah, Jr., and Jonathan settled in the Holmdel area. In 1667, Jonathan Holmes was an elected official in Middletown.
Revolutionary War
The Battle of Monmouth occurred on a Sunday, June 28, 1778. It was hot that day and several soldiers died of heat exhaustion. Sir Henry Clinton led the British soldiers on a march from Philadelphia to their ships anchored in Sandy Hook, passing right through Holmdel. Along their way the British soldiers plundered the farms and set them afire. During the Revolutionary War, the American Patriots fought for their lives and their liberty. They defended their land and their families. A section of Middletown (now Holmdel) was known as the Hornet’s Nest. Near today’s Longbridge Road and Cross Farms, armed Patriots would hide in the woods waiting for British soldiers. Stings from the Patriots muskets often meant death to the British soldiers. They said it was like getting stung by a hornet. Today, as history repeats itself, Holmdel High School athletic teams call themselves the Holmdel Hornets, as they sting their opponents along their way to victory.
1800’s - Origin of Holmdel and the Civil War Origin
The first official use of the name “Holmdel” was on January 21, 1830, when the Postmaster General established the Holmdel Post Office. The date it was first used is clear, but the origin of the word “Holmdel” is not certain. The earliest explanation found so far is in The History of Monmouth County, New Jersey, published in 1885, where Franklin Ellis wrote that “Holmdel Township was so named for the Holmes family, several of whom were, now are and have been for generations, large land owners and influential men in this region.” On the 1830 Census there were eleven Holmes families in Middletown, which then included the village of Holmdel. In 1899, Reverend Abram I. Martine edited the Bi-Centennial Celebration of the Reformed Church of the Navasink and its two branches. Rev. Martine wrote, “The name Holmdel was derived from the two Saxon words ‘Holmd’ and ‘dell’ by Richard Cooke, ... ‘the meaning of which when put together made a very near equivalent to Pleasant Valley.” Separately, we can confirm that Dr. Robert Cooke did have a brother/ doctor named Richard born 1806, but not much is known about him.
The discrepancy continued in 1916, when William Reiley of New Brunswick, New Jersey, wrote a Letter to the Editor of the Freehold Transcript saying that the name “Holmdel” was not named after the prominent Holmes family in the area. Reiley wrote that “a sister of Dr. Robert W. Cooke, a famous physician and surgeon of his day, suggested “Holmdel,” a combination of two Dutch words, “holm” meaning pleasant, and “del” meaning a valley, hence Holmdel, the name for Pleasant Valley.” Unfortunately, Reiley did not explain how he knew this. As a retired attorney and former Middlesex County Surrogate, Reiley seemed to be a credible source. He was born in the Holmdel section of Middletown in 1845, fifteen years after the word was first used. His father, Reverend William Reiley, was a clergyman of the Dutch Reformed Church and in 1840, the Reiley family and the Cooke family were close neighbors. At the time the Holmdel Post Office was established, there were many families of Dutch descent in the area. Some of them still spoke the Dutch language. Reiley wrote that because of this Dutch influence, Cook’s suggestion “met with immediate popular approval.” Dr. Cooke did have three sisters, Hannah Maria Cook (1802-?) who married John Boggs in 1828, Teresa Ann Cook (18041897), and Alethia Bates Cook (1810-1893). A problem with Reiley’s statement is that when translated from English, the words “pleasant” and “valley” in Dutch, are “prettige” and “vallei,” not “Holm” and “del.” According to a Dutch language expert, “holm”
is not a word in the Dutch language.
Incorporation
Holmdel Township became a township on February 23, 1857. Holmdel was formed from part of Raritan Township. Raritan Township became a township on February 25, 1848. Raritan was formed from part of Middletown Township. Raritan also gave parts to form Keansburg, Keyport, Union Beach, and the remainder eventually became Hazlet Township in 1967. Middletown Township formed on October 31, 1693. So tracing a Holmdel family or property can be tricky: on and before the 1840 US Census it was called Middletown; in 1850 it was called Raritan Township, and in 1860 to current it was called Holmdel.
Civil War
During the Civil War, most of the farmers in newly formed Holmdel Township opposed freedom for slaves. New Jersey was the last northern state to abolish slavery. The Holmdel farmers used slave labor to work the land, but a few families were against it. Quakers in the area were particularly intolerant of slavery. Some Holmdel residents may have allowed slaves to stay in hidden rooms in their houses until it was safe for them to continue traveling to find freedom. With help from Abolitionists, some African Americans traveled north along the elusive Underground Railroad. Before slavery was abolished, it was illegal to help slaves escape, which is one reason why those secret activities are difficult to document. Years
after the Civil War ended, some Holmdel farmhouse owners have discovered hidden rooms behind hidden doors.
1900’s
Farming continued to be the way of life and farmers continued to prosper. After WWII, property values began to climb. In the 1960s, farmers realized they could make large profits by selling their acreage to land developers. Builders began building houses and streets and created new neighborhoods, like Heather Hill, Blue Hills and later The Vineyard. Before its development, this area was part of McCampbell’s Grape Farm - the largest grape farm in New Jersey. One by one the farms disappeared but there are still a few farms left. Some are privately owned. The farms purchased and now owned by Holmdel Township are restricted to agricultural use. These purchases were made to preserve examples of the farming way of life, which was for so long a part of Holmdel’s history. You can still buy Holmdel grown fruits and vegetables in Holmdel produce stores and farm markets.
2000’s
Holmdel Township today is a rural suburban community. For the year 2000, the US Census Bureau reported a population of 15,781 residents. This pleasant valley with its illustrious past continues to be a comfortable place to live and its school system is highly rated. To find out more about Holmdel’s history, go to www.holmdelhistory.org.
Historical Society meeting schedule Members of the Holmdel Historical Society meet monthly at 7:00 p.m. in the Holmdel Senior Community Center on Crawfords Corner Road. New members are always welcome. Please feel free to bring a friend. Light refreshments are always available and always delicious. Call (732) 946-2743, for more information.
Next Meeting: June 21 Holmdel Boy Scout Michael Maino who will talk about his Eagle Project on Dorsett Cemetery (see photos at right). Upcoming Meeting Dates • July 19 • September 20 • October 18 • November 15 • December 6 COMMUNITY MAGAZINE 63
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Saturday, June 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tom Rossi, a young man seeking to become an Eagle Scout, is raising funds for a landscaping project at Bayonet Farm and for the Bridges at the Shore program. To raise funds, he and fellow scouts, will be holding a car wash at the Holmdel Community Church from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 4. This is a great way to get a clean car and a clear conscience at the same time!
Children’s Communion & Bible Sunday - June 5
Once a year the Holmdel Community UCC celebrates communion with a focus on our children, offering young people an opportunity to be front and center as we share the Lord’s Supper. Rev. Rusty instructed children in the meaning of communion on Sunday, May 22, and then children were invited to sit in the front of the sanctuary as he celebrated the sacrament. We also gave out bibles to children who are completing the 2nd grade; this group was also invited to stand at the table as Rev. Rusty talks through the Lord’s Supper.
Children’s Day Sunday – June 12
In a celebration that is more than a century old, the Holmdel Community Church will be honoring children who are completing another year of Sunday School, by having them lead the worship service, along with their teachers. Come enjoy the creativity and energy of young people as they express their faith. Then stay for the Church Family Picnic that will follow.
Space For Grace – Wednesdays in June
Join us Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary for worship and Bible study. Our Space For Grace series, “Facing The issues” is looking at tough questions of faith. Rev. Rusty and Rev. Dave will lead the discussion and celebrate communion; and Susan Muhler and Don Pope will provide special guitar and piano music.
Evening Vacation Bible School July 18 to 22 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The whole family – parents and children – are invited to a fun-filled and educational Vacation Bible School entitled: God and Me @ Sea. We’ll be looking at the stories of Noah, Jonah, and Jesus on the water and at the shore, with creative crafts, games, snacks, song, and worship. This is open to all. It is in the evening so that parents can come with their children. We’ll end with a campfire sing-a-long on Friday, July 22. Holmdel Community Church is located at 40 Main Street in Holmdel. For more information, you can call (732) 946-8821, email Holmdelchurch@verizon.net or check them out on the web at www.holmdelcommunityucc.com.
Bridges at the Shore Program
Next Trip to New York City is June 10 Next Local Trip to Red Bank, Keansbury and Freehold is June 17 Sorting of donated clothing and supplies will be at the Holmdel Community Church at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 16 64 JUNE 2011
GIRL SCOUT TROOp 1248 LeaRn eTIqUeTTe On
Royal Wedding Day
Girl Scout Troop 1248 had planned this event long before Prince William and Kate Middleton announced their wedding date. Yes, it was on Junior Troop 1248 2011 “To Do List”, to learn the “do’s” and “don’ts” of Left to right, top row: LJ Wikoff, Nicole Sportelli, Regina Colie and fine dining. Ally Geller and; left to right, bottom row: Catherine Geller, Julia So on April Hamwi and Juliana Magriples 29, the girls were invited to attend a formal Etiquette class at their leaders’ house, Dina Hamwi. They were told to dress properly and wear a hair accessory, just like the Royal wedding. Mrs. Hamwi found a perfect Etiquette school close in Little Silver, without having to take a trip into New York City. She booked the date a year ago and hired LauraJane (LJ) Wikoff, the etiquette expert and owner of the Etiquette School of The Northeast (www.etiquettesne.com). “I wanted to give my girls an opportunity to learn to be more polished when greeting guests, as well as dining,” stated Mrs. Hamwi. “The girls are young ladies now, they need to learn the proper way to handle a knife and fork, especially in public. I know they can text with no problem but can they cut a steak?” Mrs. Hamwi stated. When they arrived, LJ greeted each guest and welcomed them. The dining room table was set with the finest china, sterling silver, crystal wine and water glasses. While the girls dined on a homemade four-course meal and later wedding cake, LJ demonstrated all the essentials of proper dining decorum for almost two hours. Some of the tips they learned were: pass all platters, salt, etc. to your right and keep your napkin on your lap, folded in half with the crease facing the table. Unfortunately, the entire troop could not attend, but the girls that did left with a wedding favor and a wonderful experience that hopefully will last a lifetime.
Holmdel Students attend Festival Disney On May 5, four members of the St Benedict’s School Band traveled with Fundamental Music Instruction (an organization dedicated to providing music education in local schools, both public and private), to compete at Participating students from St. Benedict School were (left to Festival Disney. More right) Andy Grassia, Kaleigh Remick, McKayla Quinn-Steineke, than 50 students from and Matthew Stahl. schools around the state participated in this ensemble. Our band achieved the highest score for grammar schools and tied for 6th place in the overall competition of over 20 bands from grammar to high school.
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his year Indian Hill has joined Village school in a new & exciting recycling program that gives our schools and families another means to help save the planet. They have partnered with TerraCycle Inc. (www.terracycle.net) to further enhance the green effort in their school community. Girl Scout Troop 1248 have earned their Bronze award this year by implementing this eco-friendly program at Village school in 2009 and this year in Indian Hill. The girls, along with their leader, Dina Hamwi want to inform and inspire enthusiasm among students and staff regarding recycling and upcoming green initiatives. The newly formed PLG/ PSA Go-Green Committees are very active in keeping the program going with the help of the custodians and G.S. Troop 1248. The TerraCycle Brigade programs are free, nation-wide fundraisers that pay schools to collect a range of nonrecyclable products and packaging. For each piece of ‘waste’ returned, TerraCycle pays two cents to the schools as well as the shipping charges. The program helps the schools raise funds for “green initiatives’ and teaches kids firsthand about the importance of recycling. To date, Indian Hill and Village Schools are proud to say that they have sent TerraCycle over 32,428 pieces of “recyclable” trash, which equates to over $650, congratulations! The items are “up cycled” into cool new eco-friendly affordable products, such as: tote bags, pencil cases, resin benches, shower curtains, backpacks and much more. The products provide a new use for the billions of items
that are discarded in landfills every year. Both schools have reduced their trash collection significantly since this program has been implemented. The schools would like to thank the Citizens of Informed Land Use (CILU) for their generous donation of all the TerraCycle bins located in the cafeterias, Main office/entrance. The schools are collecting: chips/ cookie snack bags, Capri/Honest Kids drink pouches, plastic sandwich bags, scotch tape rolls, pens/markers/ highlighters and glue sticks. Plastic bottle caps are also being collected and mailed to the Aveeda’s recycling cap program. Girl Scout Troop 1248 are collecting: yogurt containers (all sizes), beauty items (mascara, lipsticks, cream containers, shampoo bottles), scotch tape rolls, pens/markers/highlighters, glue sticks and wine corks. There goal is to reduce the amount of recyclable trash in our landfills. If you have any questions or would like to contribute to our recycling brigades, contact: PLG Go-Green Committee at gogreenindianhill@yahoo. com or PSA Village Go-Green Committee at gogreenvillageschool@yahoo.com or Girl Scout Troop 1248 at troop1248rocks@yahoo.com. Thanks for helping making our schools and the environment a greener place!
atthew Lucas Kaiser, 17, a junior at Marlboro High School, member of Boy Scout Troop 131 in Holmdel has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Matthew has been a Scout for 11 consecutive years, since the year 2000. Matthew’s Eagle Scout Leadership Project was completed at Kateri Environmental Center in Marlboro. He planned, designed, and developed an outdoor classroom for children’s groups to learn about the outside environment. Matthew raised all of the funds for the project’s materials by directing a car wash and also soliciting businesses for donations. He had led a group of scout and adult volunteers to clear a large area in the woods of overgrown weeds, sticker bushes and small trees. He instructed the volunteers on how to construct four sturdy, six-foot wooden benches with nuts and bolts for the children to safely sit on. The project had 25 volunteers and took 200 hours to complete. Matthew’s other accomplishments have included earning a Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts, attaining Advanced Certified Padi Open Water Scuba Diver and is a member of the Marlboro High School National Honor Society. He plans on attending an engineering college in the fall of 2012.
Holmdel Kiwanis Club’s 16th Annual Dominick J. Luccarelli Memorial Golf Outing
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he 16th Annual Dominick J. Luccarelli Memorial Golf Outing will be held on Monday, July 18 at Bamn Hollow Country Club in Lincroft. The golf outing started 18 years ago and later named in memory the late Dominick J. Luccarelli, who was a long time member and true believer in the Kiwanis Organization. Dominick never hesitated in giving to any of the many charities supported. He also enjoyed the game of golf and believed that the Kiwanis Golf Outing could be an excellent way to raise funds for these charities. In 17 years, the Holmdel Kiwanis Golf Outing has raised well over a half million dollars and donated the proceeds to numerous charities, such as: The Rainbow Foundation, Frances Foundation, Search Day Program, Bridges Program (run by Holmdel Community Church), Monmouth County Child Advocacy Program, Jason’s Dreams for Kids, Michael’s Feat, St. Ann’s Child Center, AIDS Research, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Holmdel Village School Pavilion, Project Paul, and numerous other local and children’s charities. They offer numerous ways to sponsor the golf outing and it is only through generous donations that this is a success. For more information on sponsorships and to sign up for a day on the links, go to www.holmdelkiwanis.com, call (732) 290-0944, or email HolmdelNJ.Kiwanis@gmail.com. COMMUNITY MAGAZINE 65
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Troop 331 And Troop 131 Improving Holmdel One Eagle Scout Project At A Time!
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n May 18, before the Holmdel Environmental Commission meeting, Deputy Mayor Serena DiMaso and HEC’s chair Michael Nikolis presented Jason McMullen of Boy Scout Troop 331 and Kevin Mahon of Boy Scout Troop 131, along with their troop members who helped them with their projects, a certificate of appreciation for their hard earned work at Ramanessin Brook Hiking Trail.
Left to right: Kaitlyn Halsey, Julia Stefano and Christina Costa Above: Deputy Mayor Serena DiMaso and HEC’S chair Michael Nikolis presented certificates of appreciation to everyone who are were involved in these two projects. Below: Jason McMullen (left) of Troop 331 and Kevin Mahon (right) of Troop 131 were the leaders for these two Eagle Scout Projects at Ramanessin Brook Hiking Trail.
Left to right: Emily Federico, Sofia Stefano and Catherine Bodisch onmouth County Girl Scout Brownie Troop #103 recently donated 69 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies to their local food pantry. The St. Benedict Church St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry accepted the gracious donation. The pantry provides food to nearly 2000 local families per month.
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Troop 331 was under the leadership of Jason McMullen, who were involved in making necessary safety improvements to the Ramanessin Trail by Village School. The first part of the project was replacing the railings on the foot bridge by the Village School trail entrance – due to age and damage – they were no longer safe for the public. The second part of the project focused on the area of the trail that remained wet most of the year – they were responsible for realigning and mulching the trail approximately 20 feet away from the wetlands encroachment on slightly higher ground for the residents of Holmdel. Troop 131 was under the leadership of Kevin Mahon, who were involved in the expansion of the Ramanessin Brook Hiking Trail at Holmdel Township’s Cross Farm park. The troop were responsible for a 650-yard extension and mulching of the trail, as well as marking trees with paint along the trail, clearing brush and fallen trees, and finally – erecting hiking signs and installing trail information in a nearby kiosk for the residents of Holmdel. 66 JUNE 2011
Public Invited to Presentation about Lucent Redevelopment Plan When: Wednesday, June 15 Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Where: Holmdel Senior/Community Center The five-member Township Committee will describe the current status of the Lucent property re-development project and answer any questions.
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Colts Neck Township - 24/7
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e live in a busy, connected, 24-hour activity world. No matter how hectic, crowded, or noisy my day may have been, when I hit the boundary of Colts Neck Township - I feel at ease. That is one of the many reasons Colts Neck is special. I enjoy sitting on my back porch and enjoying the peace and quiet. What you may not realize is the “workforce” that keeps Colts Neck running 24/7. In Colts Neck, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. til 4:30 p.m. - we have a small, efficient, dedicated, and talented employee work force that takes care of both day-to-day operations and tackles urgent situations that arise. From administration, finance, planning & zoning, public works, health department, clerk & registrar, code enforcement, building, court, and recreation - our full and part-time employees do an excellent job. In addition to our paid employees, Colts Neck is lucky to have residents that volunteer their valuable time and talent on such committees and boards, such as Health, Environmental, Shade Tree, Farmland & Open Space, Recreation, Historic Preservation, Architectural Review, Website, Planning and Zoning. These volunteers, along with our professionals, keep Colts Neck looking the way it does, and ensures that we meet both county and state requirements. And of course we have our emergency services, these people keep us safe 24/7, 365 days a year. Our police department does an outstanding job in both routine and emergency situations, and I am proud of them every day. In addition, our all-volunteer first aid and fire departments take care of administration, maintenance, training, and most important - responding day and night, heat and cold, rain or shine - to residents in their time of need. These volunteers are true friends of Colts Neck and I am grateful for their work. So as you read this, maybe on your back porch enjoying the peacefulness of our hometown, I just want you to take a moment and be mindful and thankful of Colts Neck’s extraordinary workforce.
CNBA HAs AN AmAziNg LiNe-Up & more To Come!
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tress in the Work Place” was the topic of the speaker at the May general meeting of the Colts Neck Business Association. Chris Durkin, the new Pastor of the Colts Neck Community Church, was another of an amazing line-up of speakers that the CNBA continues to provide for their members. “Chris did an amazing job Left to right: Vice President Tom Orgo, President Sal Barof pointing out the imporbagallo, and Colts Neck Community Church Pastor Chris Durkin tance of rest in a busy life. I – who spoke about stress in the work place. for one will reevaluate my schedule” said Deborah Weiss, a long time CNBA member. “We have all heard and in many cases seen what stress can do to our bodies, but when you bring it to the bottom line, even entrepreneurs take note,” stated past President Glen J. Dalakian. The CNBA does its best to provide an educational segment to wrap-up every general meeting, and their past guest speakers have included Freeholder John Curly, Sheriff Shaun Golden, National Spokes Woman Donna-Lyn Geigerich - and there are many more to come. “We want to help our members in every way and making our meetings more valuable with interesting speakers has always been important to us,” said President Sal Barbagallo. “There are a number of impressive speakers planned for the upcoming meetings and you’ll have to attend to get all the benefits of our community-minded organization,” he continued. Other topics discussed at the meeting were the newest CNBA town-wide business map featuring all CNBA members. Those companies within the business district are highlighted for people to find through the new format map, which will also have a unique shape and will include historic information about Colts Neck. The CNBA Economic Development Committee headed by Don Norcoss is also on the move, with a branding program for Colts Neck; as we focus to create a “destination spot” feel for the local business district. Signage, events for exposure, presence at the Colts Neck Fair and other ideas are being researched by the committee as they strive to support members by bringing quality people to town to shop. Increase the impact of your business by attending our next Card Exchange on June 13 at the new Countryside Café at 281 Route 34 in Colts Neck. In the past, we have seen 80-90 people attend these networking events and all are welcome. Meet the entrepreneurs of Colts Neck and share in the fun on Monday, June 13 at 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more details, visit the Colts Neck Business Association website at www.ColtsNeckBusienss.org or ask around town at local CNBA member businesses. The CNBA is led by President Sal Barbagallo, Vice Presidents Tom Orgo & Anna Appolonia, Secretaries Jennifer Barbieri & Monica Vermeulen and Treasurer Veronica Sullivan. The group is advised by Colts Neck residents and CNBA Founders Mario Geneve and Silvan Lutkewitte. The CNBA meets the second Wednesday of every month at 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Colts Neck Library on Winthrop Road, near Town Hall and encourages all who have interest in Colts Neck to attend. COMMUNITY MAGAZINE 67
Colts Neck Fair — How It All Began
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olts Neck held their Firemen’s Fair for many years on Route 537. Sometime in the 1980’s, the Firemen’s Fair ended, and Colts Neck did not have a fair of any kind for a number of years. Desire for another family celebration began to grow within the community. In the early part of 1989, Committeeman Hank Meisner sat down with Vincent Maltese, who was at the time the Republican Municipal Chairman and explained that the township wanted to have a town wide celebration. “We wanted to do something to bring Colts Neck together. We knew all the parents whose children went to grammar school with our own, but after that, everyone lost touch because at that time there was not yet a high school in Colts Neck,” explained Mr. Meisner. Mr. Maltese suggested having a fair and the township agreed. The first Colts Neck Fair was to be in 1990. Who, what, and where were the questions, and between Mr. Meisner and Mr. Maltese, as well as Township Liaison Robert Bowden, the answers began to unfold. Who? The Fair would be co-chaired by Hank Meisner and Vincent Maltese. What? It would be a memorable event that would involve participation by everyone in the town. Where? That took some planning, and was not decided upon for
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The original 1990 Colts Neck flyer.
many months. “We wanted to focus on family,” said Mr. Meisner. “We had to bring together a bunch of dedicated people that we knew would perform and deliver the type of program and event that we wanted to create, which was, a memorable event for residents, their children, and their grandchildren. And above all it had to be memorable,” added Mr. Maltese. They compiled a list of all of the dependable people they had worked with on various organizations throughout the years. From this came the committee members and their various responsibilities. “People really wanted to do this and when you have that kind of commitment, things usually work,” noted Mr. Maltese. Members of the first Township Fair Committee included Phil Schweitzer, Father William Bausch, Reverend Darwin Bacon, Mary Schneider, Adam Hubeny, Reverend Charles Morris, Heather Kostka, John Burtnick, JoAnn Sawyer, Arthur Goodwin, Barbara Reed, and Charles Buck.
The first meeting of the Fair Committee was held on September 6, 1989 in the Court Room. Sub-committees and their responsibilities were chosen. They were Site: Fred Schmidt; Promotions: Arthur Goodwin (who resigned due to job constraints) was followed by new chairs Pat Biava and Roseann Scotti; Games, Entertainment & Amusements: Adrienne Raftree; Food & Craft Vendors: Carol Donahue; Public Information: Barbara Reed; Permits & Licenses: John Aiello; Financial: John Witkowski; Special Projects: George Schneider; Sponsorship: Dr. Ken Faistl; and Community Spirit: John Robinson. Numerous other residents also participated within the sub-committees. Due to this being the very first celebration, and the enormous undertaking that it was, meetings were held every month to discuss, revise, and perfect their plans. One of the important steps Mr. Meisner and Mr. Maltese took was to travel to various fairs within New Jersey and Pennsylvania, taking notes on
Vincent Maltese (left) and Hank Meisner were the co-chairmen at the first Colts Neck Fair in 1990. (Photo is circa 1990.)
what they liked and didn’t like, as well as talking to some of the owners of the attractions. This was how they chose Majestic Amusements from York, Pennsylvania. “Jake Inners was the owner and it was a family owned business. They were a first class act,” said Mr. Meisner. Visiting other fairs also helped them decide on a food court and a food tent where people could sit down and eat as a family. Their focus was always on family and on cleanliness – of the rides, of the fair, and especially of the food tent. The attention to details such as these helped to make the first Fair a tremendous success for the community. Mr. Maltese noted that one of the most overheard comments was how clean the fairgrounds was – a fact that allowed guests to have a positive experience and to want to return. The theme of the first Fair was volunteerism, with the idea that volunteer and volunteer groups serving the community would be honored. Official Sponsors were Midlantic National Bank, Schoor & Canger Group, Inc., Avis, Laird & Co., Delicious Orchards, and Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer. An exciting addition was hot air balloon races featuring The Central Jersey Bank Great Balloon Adventure – ’90. Just a hint of
some of the attractions offered were tethered hot air balloon rides, children’s amusements, games, crafts, exhibits, auto and cash raffles, and nightly entertainment. Donations were extremely helpful, both monetary and physical donation, such as cans of paint. A golf cart was donated so the co-chairs could get around the entire park to check on all facets of the Fair. Mr. Meisner said his participation over ten plus years has given him a collection of colorful t-shirts that are conversation pieces. Mr. Maltese has attended all but one Fair since the first one. These two men, joined by hundreds of volunteers, paved the way for future Colts Neck fairs. Their vision brought you the first Colts Neck Fair. Your vision can help it continue. Through the culmination of hard work, commitment, and a belief in helping one another, Colts Neck residents came together as one to present the first Colts Neck Fair, held August 16 through August 19, 1990 at the Recreational Center on Bucks Mill Road. It was a labor of love by all who were involved. It captured the importance of volunteers and coined the phrase, “Catch the Spirit!” The first Colts Neck Fair truly was the start of a Community Tradition. COMMUNITY MAGAZINE 69
Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck conducts mutual aid fire drill By Susan Murphy
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rump National Golf Club Colts Neck conducted a mutual aid fire drill on the evening of May 9, which included the Colts Neck Volunteer Fire Department and the Fire Department from Naval Weapons Station Earle. The three-fold purpose of the drill was to enable the Fire Departments to familiarize themselves with the property; to provide Colts Neck Township with an area where the Fire Department could practice their prevention and rescue techniques; and to enable Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck management and staff to practice their safety procedures. Director of Security and Safety William J. McGuire coordinated a plan with Chief of Colts Neck Fire Department Mike Romano in which three people would remain hidden in the building so firefighters could practice their search and rescue drill. Once Colts Neck Fire Company #1, Fire Company #2, and Chief Romano arrived everyone immediately began the drill. The Fire Department from Naval Weapons Station Earle was unable to attend as they were responding to a call. To simulate smoke which would normally make getting through a building difficult, waxed paper was put on the
masks of firefighters so their vision would be diminished. One of the places they searched was the Men’s Locker Room because of all the nooks and crannies, such as lockers and showers, and they found one person hiding there. It was on to the attic where another “fire” was said to be and they found a person hiding there also. The third place was the weight room, where Jackie Romano, the Fire Chief ’s daughter had been “hidden.” Fire Police Lieutenant Vince Cerullo and member Art Raskin made certain no one reentered the building. “So we did get everyone out and accounted for,” said Chief Romano. Their search and rescue plan was complete and the firefighters gained a better knowledge of the areas within the 75,000 square foot Clubhouse. They also were able to test their new air packs and see how far they could travel with them. The air packs were received through a grant. About 30 people were involved in the drill, as well as the staff from Trump National Golf Colts Neck, which helped to ensure that the mutual aid fire drill was a success. “I want to thank Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck for letting us do this and assisting us with the evacuation of their staff and guests,” said Chief Romano. This drill is done yearly, which helps the staff of Trump National
Left to right: Colts Neck Fire Department Deputy Chief Chris Quincannon, Executive Asst. to General Manager of Trump National Carolyn Gleason, Jackie Romano (safely rescued in “fire”), Fire Police member Art Raskin, and General Manager/COO John J. Roberts of Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck say thanks with a smile for the success of the mutual aid fire drill that was just completed.
Golf Club Colts Neck use their skills in evacuating, and it helps the Colts Neck Fire Department refine and perfect their excellent search and rescue procedures. John J. Roberts, General Manager/COO of Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck noted that on Mother’s Day, members, guests and staff numbered over 500. “The safety, security and well being of our members, invited guests, management and staff are equally as important as the world class services we render on a daily basis,” he said. Key personnel stay connected through radios, so should a fire or emergency of any kind occur, they would begin
safety procedures immediately. “The more the Fire Companies can learn about the property and the layout of the facility it helps them, and is a benefit to us,” said Mr. Roberts. Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck is a family-oriented golf and country club that includes a championship 18-hole, Par 72 course and a 9-hole short course. The magnificent clubhouse offers exceptional hospitality and facilities that include formal, casual, and family dining, elegant banquet facilities, as well as an Aquatic Facility, Tennis Complex, and state-of-the-art Fitness Center.
Martha Mary Guild’s ‘In and Out’ Luncheon By Ann Marie Dayton
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n Tuesday, May 3, the Martha Mary Guild of St. Mary’s Church enjoyed their annual “In and Out” luncheon at the home of outgoing Co-President Ellen Rugarber. We are pleased to announce the 2011-2012 list of dedicated women who have committed themselves to serving the Guild in our quest to assist women and children in need. Co-President Audrey Finan and Kathy Adleman Co-Vice Presidents Maureen Valenziano and Susan Monaco Treasurer Marilyn Simone Corresponding Secretary Jane Davis Recording Secretary & Newsletter Gloria Ziemienski Publicity Ann Marie Dayton Raffles Barbara Keefe Telephone Linda Rossano and Treasure Herman Refreshments Kathy Faistl and Maureen Viglietta Welcoming Jo Towne and Kim Leschik Social Activities Elia Gallello and Treasure Herman Spirituality Sr. Helen Clifton, SSJ Membership Barbara Varga and Carol Donohue Decorating Eleanor Crawford and Margie Delaney
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Martha Mary Guild’s incoming and outgoing Board members
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2011 Harley Being Raffled By Colts Neck Volunteer Fire Company #2 By SUSAN MURPHY
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olts Neck Volunteer Fire Company #2 is thrilled to announce a raffle to end all raffles! They are raffling off a 2011 Harley Davidson Road King Classic that is valued at $19,881.95. Donations for the Road King raffle are $20. The drawing date is September 23 at the Triple Crown Room in Colts Neck Firehouse #2. All proceeds of this raffle will benefit the Colts Neck Fire Company #2 Building Renovation Fund. Through the township, these firefighters and fire police are provided with the equipment needed to aid in emergencies. Yet it is the sole responsibility of the firefighters and fire police to provide housing for this equipment. Upgrading the building due to mandated safety and building codes requires additional funds, so Fire Company #2 must hold various fundraisers so they can meet their obligation. This is an all-volunteer fire company made up of men and women who do not think twice before responding to the needs of residents. Whether it is a brush fire, an overcooked dinner that causes smoke to fill the kitchen, numerous false alarms, entering burning buildings to locate families and their pets, these volun-
teers are there. They risk their lives to bring you and your family to safety. And they do it all without being paid. You can’t put a price on family, but you can help out the firefighters and fire police by purchasing one or several raffle tickets, which will in turn benefit the Colts Neck Fire Company #2 Building Renovation Fund. Tickets can be purchased at Mulberry Market at 420 Highway 34 North, Colts Neck or online at steedshockey.com. “We need your help so we can be there to help you when you need us!”
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Colts Neck Troop 290 Happenings
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roop 290 has continued to have fun and make progress towards rank advancements! Some of the goals of scouting are to encourage learning new skills, providing service to others, and having fun. Earning merit badges is one way this can be done. There are over 100 merit badges to choose from, and they range from archery to chemistry to first aid to canoeing to weather. Each one has
a set of requirements, and scouts work with a merit badge counselor to complete the requirements. Scouting also has “ranks”, where Scouts have to demonstrate competence in different areas (which they must demonstrate to more experienced scouts) to move ahead in rank. At our Spring Court of Honor, three scouts earned merit badges (cooking and citizenship in the world). Rob Sherman received
FLAG RETIRING CEREMONY June 15, 2011 7:30 p.m. Bucks Mill Park Colts Neck Boy Scout Troop 290 will collect old, worn, and torn flags Wednesday evenings at Bucks Mill Community Center from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. OR please drop in box at Colts Neck Library on Lower Level - so they can be properly retired on June 15. 72 JUNE 2011
the Centennial Award for earning seven particular merit badges before the beginning of September 2010. Ahmed Abdalla achieved the rank of First Class, and Conor Yuen achieved the rank of Life Scout. In March, the troop also celebrated Rob Sherman achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Only about 4% of Scouts worldwide receive this rank. To earn this rank, there are specific as well as optional merit badges that must be earned and service requirements for the preceding ranks as well as leading a service project for the community. Rob has enjoyed time in the wilderness (he’s been to Scout Camp as a camper and counselor, and went backpacking at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico). This helped inspire the idea of having a nearby place Colts Neck residents could spend some time in the woods walking alongside the water, even if they only had time for a quick “escape to nature” in their day. Rob’s service project was to re-establish a deteriorated trail in Freer Nature Preserve, located off Creamery Road in Colts Neck. The trail starts with some steps down to Yellow Brook, and then winds and bends along the river’s course. He constructed benches to be used by anyone walking in the area, be it for fishing, hiking, or just to walk in the woods. Several have commented on how much they appreciate this project - come enjoy a walk in Freer Nature Preserve! (There’s a small parking lot on Creamery.)
In April, the Troop went on a fishing trip. As many who have gone fishing know, sometimes going fishing is not a “catching” experience. Amazingly, EVERY Scout on the trip caught at least one fish! Since they were working on the Fishing Merit Badge, they had to learn fishing safety, about fishing gear, about the types of fish, how to filet and then cook fish, etc. Each scout caught their fish, and then learned how to clean and cook their fish! What a great dinner they had! The new scouts also learned a little about camping—sometimes it rains, and you need to have rain gear and put your tent on high ground. The rain stopped after Friday night, and they had glorious sunny weather the rest of the weekend. According to the scouts, the highlight of the trip was catching fish. Besides catching fish, they will remember cleaning the fish, their first camping trip with the troop, the pasta & fish at dinner and the guys in the bait and tackle shop. One scout summarized the trip by saying,”Fishing trips are totally worth getting your tent flooded. Most fun I’ve had in years!” At the end of May, the troop headed for the State Police Camporee, and then in early June, many of the older scouts will participate in the Order of the Arrow Spring Pow Wow and Conclave. Summer camp is getting closer, as the boys are choosing their activities. If you are interested in joining our troop, please contact Joe Lelesi at jlelesi@aol.com for more information.
Elect Incumbents Jarrett Engel & Ed Eastman For Colts Neck Township Committee
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33 year resident of Colts Neck Current Deputy Mayor 3 year member Township Committee 22 year volunteer, life member and past President, Colts Neck First Aid Squad Past member Board of Health Past Member Colts Neck Alliance for the prevention of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Member, Monmouth County Republican Municipal Committee Business Planning and Strategy, MetLife
“Colts Neck has been my hometown for as long as I can remember. I grew up here and my children are growing up here. . . continuing to serve and give back to our community for another term on the Township Committee would be an honor and a privilege.”
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11 year resident of Colts Neck 3 year member Township Committee Past member of the Colts Neck Planning Board Member of the Advisory Council for the Monmouth County Office on Aging Past member of a Municipal School Board Past member of the County Board of Mental Health Past Municipal Prosecutor and Judge Real Estate Attorney
“I consider myself fortunate that Colts Neck is our hometown and that we are raising our family here. The opportunity I have been given to run again for Township Committee is one that I take very seriously and I will work hard for our community.”
Jarrett Engel
Township Committee
Endorsed Republican
Ed Eastman
Township Committee
Endorsed Republican
Paid for by Engel and Eastman for Township Committee, Treasurer Edward C. Eastman Jr., 157 Hockhockson Road, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
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Vote in Tuesday’s Colts Neck Primary, June 7th The experience, leadership skills and knowledge to help us preserve our past and protect our future . . . “we are proud to say that in the past three years we: have stopped the negative impact of increased housing at NWS Earle maintained low municipal tax rates during challenging economic times improved communications with the community through an updated web site and community alert system
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maintaining our parks and open space supporting the improvement of recreation facilities for our children increases in open space and farmland preservation maintaining fiscal responsibility and lowering taxes continuing the community involvement and volunteer spirit unique to Colts Neck”
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Paid for by Engel and Eastman for Township Committee, Treasurer Edward C. Eastman Jr., 157 Hockhockson Road, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
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COLTS NECK
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JUNE WORSHIP SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, JUNE 19
First Sunday After Pentecost There is only one worship service this morning beginning at 9:15 a.m. Nursery care is provided. Special music is offered by Chris Zaccaria. A summer sermon series begins, looking at the major themes of the Old Testament. A special children’s activity (children ages Pre-K through those completing 2nd grade) will be held in Fellowship Hall during worship – the children will be dismissed to that activity following the Gospel for Children. Patio refreshments (lemonade and iced tea) will be offered following the service.
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Second Sunday After Pentecost SUNDAY, June 5
Seventh Sunday of Easter On this Confirmation Sunday we worship at 9:15 and 11:00 a.m. as sixteen communicants confirm their faith. What a great opportunity to celebrate with them and their families, as well as for us to recommit ourselves to being followers of Jesus Christ! The Lord’s Supper will be celebrated and music will be offered by the Exultation Ringers and Senior Choir at both services. Nursery care is offered at the 9:15 service. The sermon focuses on the fourth of our congregational “core values”: Carrying out our Faith – Everyone in Ministry.
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Pentecost A major festival of the church, 50 days after Easter, we rejoice together in the expanding and enlivening gift of the Holy Spirit. Banners and the pulpit cloth are switched to red, signifying that the Spirit descended upon the earliest disciples as with tongues of fire. Join your church family for worship this morning at 9:15 a.m. We will celebrate the “birthday” of the church as the sermon focuses on selected passages from Acts 2. If you are able, wear something red to symbolize the season! Alleluia Jazz provides service music. Refreshments will be on the patio following this service (weather permitting.)
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Church School Celebration program At 11:00 a.m. the children of the Church School lead us in a special program as we culminate their year of learning and growing in faith. We will also recognize the great work of our volunteer church school teachers and assistants. Music will be offered by the Youth Praise Band (formerly the Youth Instrumental Ensemble). 74 JUNE 2011
For the sermon focus, we look to the God’s covenant with Abraham, specifically Genesis 12. Musical leadership is provided by the Women’s Ensemble and the Sacrament of Baptism will be celebrated. A children’s activity will be held in Fellowship Hall. Following the worship service at 9:15 a.m. all are invited to share in iced tea or lemonade refreshments on front patio. Nursery Care is provided.
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Colts Neck Lions Club Holds Annual Wine Tasting Fundraiser
By SUSAN MURPHY
Left to right: Rich Salls, Ellen Woods, Deputy Mayor Jarrett Engel, Jennifer Engel, and Sally Mease stopped to talk for a moment at the Colts Neck Lions Club Wine Tasting.
Above - Left to right: Second place winner of the Derby contest Bonnie Scala stands beside Lions Club President Ken Davis and first place winner Danielle Ferrara, niece of Lions member Carl Liguori.
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Top - Left to right: John Walsh and George Sherwood enjoying the eats at the Wine Tasting event. Middle - Left to right: Lions Club Vice President Pat Higgins joins members Mario Geneve and Sal Barbagallo in a toast to the community. Bottom - Left to right: Angela and Tom Kinlin, Fran and Jim Hamill, and Joan and John Crowley shared a table at the event.
ver 200 people attended the Colts Neck Lions Club’s 5th annual Wine Tasting fundraiser on May 7 at the Community Center in Bucks Mill Park. A wine glass was given upon entering the event so guests could sample the wide variety of wines offered from local as well as other New Jersey wineries. Joseph Danek of Colts Neck Buy-Rite, who brought together all of the wineries, has assisted the Lions Club in this fundraiser each year. The great food included a little bit of everything and was contributed by Mary Barbagallo, Martha Leonhardt, and John Grebowski. A bright spot in the afternoon was when the ladies in their hand-decorated derbies paraded through the crowd. Judging was tough but two winners were chosen. Danielle Ferrara of Staten Island, formerly of Middletown, won first place; Bonnie Scala of Brick won second place. Members of the Middletown Lions Club, Al Siano and Craig Finnegan and his wife Mellissa, arrived to show their support for the event. Glen Dalakian provided the screen so guests could watch the Kentucky Derby live. Though it was over
quickly, the excitement from the guests was contagious, and everyone continued enjoying themselves. “It was a great party,” said Sal Barbagallo, longtime Lions member. He noted that the final payment on a $25,000 pledge for SightFirstII has been met and added that it takes $6 to save one person from blindness through SightFirst. There are about 60 members in the Colts Neck Lions Club. Further information about this amazing group can be found at www.coltsnecklionsclub.org. Below - Colts Neck businessman Doug Sbarra hands Joan Celiano of Colts Neck her beer bottled salsa, made fresh that morning.
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Colts Neck Seniors HAPPENINGS
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By Gene Grubb
uring May, the seniors traveled to Lake George, the Adirondacks, and the Saratoga Springs areas in upstate New York. The trip included a guided tour of Lake George, a lunch cruise on Lake George, a tour of Prospect Mountain, a visit to Fort William Henry, a guided tour of Saratoga Springs, a visit to the Racino, and a guided tour of Saratoga National Historic Battlefield. June Events The monthly meeting will be held on June 1 at the Conover Road Primary School from 10:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. A bus will be available for those members needing transportation to the meeting, it will be leaving Town Hall at 10:15 a.m. and returning at 1:30 p.m. Please call Mary Lodato at (732) 3801205 for a bus reservation. Card Parties will be held on June 2, 16, 23 and 30 at the Colts Neck Library from 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. The bridge group will meet on June 2 from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Assisted Living Complex on Route 34. Computer Classes will meet on June 7 at the Cedar Drive School from 2:30-4:00 p.m. This will be the final class meeting this school year. The seniors want to thank the school and township for the facilities and teacher provided to them. Afternoon at the Movies will be the “Secretariet” and will be shown on Wednesday, June 15 at 2:00 p.m. at the Colts Neck Library. The afternoon movies are open to all members of the community. The seniors will travel to Ehrhardt’s Dinner Theater in the Pocono Mountain area of Pennsylvania to see the play “On Golden Pond”. Please contact John Walsh at (732)-946-0591 for club information and membership forms.
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BEST MUNICIPAL WEBSITE IN MONMOUTH COUNTY-COLTS NECK!
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he Monmouth University Polling Institute and the Master of Arts in Public Policy Program have launched a project to examine the efforts of New Jersey’s municipalities to inform citizens, provide services and encourage public engagement through their websites. In its first New Jersey e-Government Awards, Colts Neck takes the cake with the “Best Municipal Website” award out of 53 municipalities in Monmouth County.
Celebrating Colts Neck’s award for “Best Municipal Website” at the May 11 Township Committee meeting are (left to right) Beth Kara, Deputy Clerk/Website Coordinator; Jarrett Engel, Deputy Mayor/Liaison to Website Committee; and Erik Anderson, Website Designer. (Missing from photo are Website Committee members Dr. John Vig, Web Editor; and Jerry Ceres, Webmaster.)
ADRIANNA WRIGHT GRABS GRAND PRIZE
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drianna Wright, a 4th grader from Colts Neck, takes grand prize on Saturday, April 23 at the Jersey Shore Girl Scouts Earth Day Art Contest. Her project name was – “Colts Neck – An Energy Efficient Community.” She built the town using recycled materials and showed how we could be more energy efficient by using energy powered from the sun, wind, and other natural resources. Adrianna is a Junior Girl Scout in Troop 426.
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