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By KAITLIN SEVERINI Correspondent RUMSON BOROUGH — Each year since 1996, Rumson-Fair Haven High School’s Fed Challenge team has had the honor of competing in the New York region’s annual Fed Challenge—a competition in which high school students play the roles of monetary policy makers—and this year is no different. With a team of nine students (a combination of juniors and seniors from Rumson and Fair Haven, five of which present at the competition), Joe Lanza, the Fed Challenge advisor, has high hopes for the 2011 team. “I always set the bar high,” Lanza said. “I expect to be in the finals. [The students] have the ability to be in the finals. They have the experience.” With the competition set for late March or early April, and finals set for the end of April, the team began preparing its presentation—a 12-minute simulation of a meeting of Ben Bernanke, chairman of the Federal Reserve, and his speech writers—in early February. “We do an interesting presentation,” Lanza said. “We avoid the structure of the talk show or talk radio type of discussion. We do something in between. The kids like the format.” In addition to hours upon hours of preparation to compete against nearly 80 other teams from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, the RFH team was able to compete in a pre-competition against eight schools at Lafayette College on March 17. “It’s a warm-up,” Lanza said. “It forces us to get ready, and it gives us the opportunity of presenting twice.” In both the pre-competition and competition rounds, the teams are judged on their knowledge of the Federal Reserve and monetary policy, the quality of their research and analysis, their ability to work cohesively and their responses to the judges’ questions during a 12-minute Q&A session post-presentation. Lanza believes that the competitions in
the past five years have been more difficult than in years past due to the state of the economic climate. “Students have to be aware of the current environment and the newer tools that the Fed uses to Fed Challenge advisor Joe Lanza (second from left, standing) stimulate the addresses last year’s team from Rumson-Fair Haven High e c o n o m y , ” School.–Photo courtesy Joe Lanza Lanza said. “They have to be aware of a lot of different interviews to getting the dream job on Wall Street, Lanza has witnessed the success of things in today’s economy.” In fact, the economy has taken its toll on the program in the students who visit him the Fed Challenge program itself. Several of after leaving RFH. “A former student who works on Wall the other regions have dropped their programs, and Citibank, once a sponsor of the Street still helps with the program,” Lanza Fed Challenge, is no longer able to partici- said. “She’s giving back now. And this year I had dinner with the 2010 team.” pate. The Fed Challenge program is also about “Over last three years, other districts have been tapped in terms of their resources,” teamwork, an important aspect that Lanza Lanza said. “Hopefully it’s just a temporary cites as one of the things he enjoys most about working with the students. setback for the program.” “I think the reward I get is seeing them With four out of the five presenters coming from the Euro Challenge program (think come together as a team,” Lanza said. “They Fed Challenge, the European edition, for share responsibility; they’re accountable for ninth- and tenth-graders), Lanza sees his each other. They have fun with it, and I think team rising to the challenge of tackling dif- that’s why I enjoy it. It’s a fun thing for me.” For more information about the Federal ficult economic questions. RFH’s success in the Fed Challenge competition has been a Reserve Bank of New York’s Fed Challenge program, please visit www.newyorkfed.org/ long-standing tradition. “We won the New York district in 1997 education/fedchal.html. And check out our and 2004, and we won the national title in May issue to see how the RFH team fairs in 2004,” Lanza said. “We’ve been back in the the 2011 Fed Challenge competitions. finals four out of the last six years. I hope 2011 Competitive Team Members: this year’s team does well. I hope the seniors Evan Benkert – 12th-grader will take the lead.” Of course, winning isn’t everything. Year Will Parish – 12th-grader after year, Lanza sees the positive impact Josh Kornblatt – 12th-grader Fed Challenge has on the students’ lives in Mike Hill – 11th-grader college and beyond. From using their ac- Simon Rubin – 11th-grader quired public speaking skills to nail college Liz Greener – 1st alternate – 11th-grader
RiverFest planning on track for early June event RED BANK BOROUGH – Riverfest, Red Bank’s award winning food, music and family festival, is back on the calendar June 35, 2011. Sponsored by the Eastern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce (EMACC), the event returns to its roots with top Red Bank area restaurants, caterers and businesses offering their signature dishes in Marine Park. Local is the event theme, and EMACC President Lynda Rose couldn’t be more pleased. “RiverFest is a celebration of so many of the things that make Red Bank great,” Rose said. “Local restaurants, musicians, artists and crafters are all coming to-
gether to showcase what the area has to offer and give Red Bank the festival it deserves.”” Red Bank restaurateur Danny Murphy, who helped start RiverFest in 1979, has lined up over 20 of the area’s best restaurants and caterers, including Buona Sera, Red, Temple and Mumford’s Culinary Center. Tim McLoone is working with event producers to help organize the local musical talent and area artists and crafters are being sought to line the event’s “Artisan Alley.” River cruises are planned for trips on the Navesink. “This is an event the community has asked for and we couldn’t be prouder to help
bring it back,” Rose said. “We hope people come to the festival and experience everything that makes the event so wonderful: great food, terrific music, one-of-a-kind arts and crafts and the Navesink River. When they leave, we hope they remember that all those great things are here in Red Bank all year long.” Opportunities still exist for RiverFest sponsors and local arts and crafts. For more information about RiverFest, please contact This Is It! Productions (201) 653-2699 or Eastern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce 732-741-0055.
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About 30 Fair Haven residents attended the latest installment of the library’s Soapbox Series, where Rik van Hemmen gave a presentation on the Navesink River.—Kaitlin Severini By KAITLIN SEVERINI Correspondent FAIR HAVEN BOROUGH — On February 17 at the Fair Haven Youth Center, the Fair Haven Library, in conjunction with the Recreation Department, presented a lecture on “The History of the Navesink River,” the latest installment in the Soapbox Series, a new series of life-enrichment-based events geared toward adults. February’s soapboxer was Rik van Hemmen, a Fair Haven resident, marine engineer and third-generation sailor, who is also associated with the Navesink Maritime Heritage Association (NMHA), a non-profit program that promotes the preservation of the Navesink River. Van Hemmen presented attendees with an informative narrative history of the river, complete with little-known facts, interesting anecdotes and fascinating stories. “Rik talked about the river with affection like it was an old friend and he was doing a character study,” a Fair Haven resident who attended the lecture said. “He really brought it to life and it was obvious that he’d been up and down the Navesink many times on boats.”
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With a captive audience of nearly 30 Fair Haven residents, van Hemmen drew on his nautical expertise to illustrate not just the history of the river, but also what makes it unique. He enhanced his discussion with a slideshow of historical black-and-white photographs that clearly intrigued the attendees. “A really interesting part of the presentation was his slide of an ancient Native-American dugout canoe that was recently uncovered in the riverbank mud,” another Fair Haven resident in attendance said. “It turns out that when they tried to make one the way the Native Americans did by burning out the log, it turned out not to be so simple.” The lecture followed the recent completion of van Hemmen’s book, “A Chronology of Boating on the Navesink River.” The 100-page coffee table-style book, which chronicles the Navesink’s history and includes more than 100 historical photos of the river, was published by the NMHA, with help from Monmouth Boat Club, Fairleigh Dickinson University and Dorn’s Classic Images. For more information about “A Chronology of Boating on the Navesink River,” please visit www.navesinkmaritime.org or stop by River Road Books to purchase a copy. The Soapbox Series sponsors free monthly events open to all Fair Haven residents. Residents are encouraged to register for the events at the Fair Haven Library or Recreation Office. The next series, “The History of the New Jersey Boardwalks,” will be held on March 24 at 7:30 p.m. For more information on the Soapbox Series program, please visit www.fairhavennj. org.
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By MARY GRACE WYVILLE Correspondent RED BANK BOROUGH — On Saturday, February 19, Steve Catania and his team of cheesemongers opened an old world cheese shoppe in the heart of downtown Red Bank, with an informative and tasty grand opening ceremony to welcome an appropriate addition to Red Bank’s small business community. The rustic interior outlined in exposed brick, though a far cry from a cave (where cheese ages best, and hence the name), is as authentic as the wooden butcher’s block where cheesemongers carve fresh and aged cheeses; allowing their aromas to intermingle and create that unmistakable scent of a well-stocked fromagerie. Catania has got it all right in recreating an authentic European-style cheese counter right here in Red Bank, however, many of the nearly 100 cheeses offered by the Cheese Cave are American. Shoppers are greeted by a vast array of the best goat, sheep, and cow’s cheeses that the American Cheese Movement has to offer. Though European classics like the Tomme de Bordeaux are always kept in stock, the Cheese Cave is dedicated to showcasing American cheese crafting talent. As I nibbled on semi-soft to washed rind cheeses, Steve told me that the American Cheese Movement began in the 1970s when dairy farmers from California decided, in a reaction against factory produced cheeses (which dominated the American market since as early as the 1700s), that the United States deserved a reputable name in the world of cheese. While Kraft and Velveeta still fly off grocery shelves, the movement has been largely successful in introducing the American palate to quality cheese, and European staples like chevre and feta are working their way into every
Steve Catania day American life. Steve and his fellow cheesemongers are full of knowledge and excited to share the back story behind every one of the goodies they offer, like the French-influenced O’Banon: goat cheese wrapped in chestnut leaves and bathed in bourbon, sourced from Capriole farm in Indiana, the last working dairy in its county. It is as if the quaint riverside community wasn’t complete without a fromogerie, that the introduction of another local small business, the Cheese Cave on Monmouth Street, naturally has become one of the best sources for artisan cheeses in the area, in just weeks. For a lesson in quality, look no further than the Cheese Cave in Red Bank for knowledgeable staff, and a seasonally changing stock of some of the best cheeses as awarded by the American Cheese Society. Be sure to try Barely Buzzed, a full-bodied cheddar from Utah’s Beehive Cheese Co., that is rubbed down in finely ground coffee beans and lavender buds: a truly addictive flavor! For more information about the Cheese Cave and upcoming pairing classes held in conjunction with the Wine Cellar, check out www.cheesecaveshop.com or find the Cheese Cave on Facebook.
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Fair Haven salon getting makeover for the summer season By ASHLEY DRAPKIN Correspondent
FAIR HAVEN BOROUGH – New Outlook Salon has been located in Fair Haven since 2005, but owners Gary and Michelle Paone have been in the salon business for 26 years and counting. “Gary and I both worked for a salon chain and Gary really wanted to own his own salon that was family based with affordable prices and comfortable scenery,” Michelle Paone said. The salon offers all phases of hair and nails, skincare and eyelash applications. The salon’s newest service is teeth whitening.
“We have home baked goods available every day. We have a warm inviting atmosphere where people come to relax. People come here and meet up with friends and there have also been people that met people here and have become lifelong friends,” Paone said. The salon is getting ready for major changes. The Paones are preparing to redo their salon. They are repainting as well as refurnishing and plan on having a grand opening in the summer. “When we opened in 2005, my husband had an ideal image in his head that when you walk in it would be as if you were walking into a living room, but it’s time to update the salon,” Paone said. New Outlook also had an interview set up on March 11 for the Bravo reality show, “Tabatha’s Salon Takeover.” The salon participates in Locks of Love as well as the Look Good…Feel Better cancer program. They also donate gift certificates and help many local charities. “All of our employees are great and so compassionate,” Paone said. “I like when everyone is a part of
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COLTS NECK TOWNSHIP — You’re looking to sell your home, but several nagging thoughts have been flowing through your mind. The housing market is terrible. There is no other way to describe it. Homes have been sitting on the market for close to a year. Foreclosures and short sales have lowered property values dramatically. And now you find yourself thinking over and over, how I am going to sell my home when forced to face a market that looks as bleak as it does. The neighbor’s teenager did just get a brand new sports car, perhaps you can steal an idea from the oil market and claim regional turmoil to garner a higher price for your home. Better yet, why not use the expertise of a realtor whose knowledge, studies show, will bring in the highest price for your home. I recently sat down with Diana Reiman of Better Homes Realty. With 29 years of experience, she knows exactly how a realtor can help sell your home or help you find the perfect house. “Preparation is the key,” Reiman said. Sales have been slow this winter because of the weather, Reiman said, but this spring the market is looking good. Before you place your home on the market, Reiman, like she does with all of her
clients, suggests staging the home, inside and out. “A clutter free and well-staged home will appeal to the largest number of potential buyers,” she said. That means your collection of gnomes that resemble an army poised to overtake the neighborhood has got to go. In all seriousness, Reiman would suggest to any seller, put yourself in the shoes of a buyer. With so many homes on the market, many of which are short sales, your home needs to stand out. Removing clutter and giving your home a top-to-bottom cleaning will make your home more appealing. It will also give you the added benefit of having already begun packing. Finding the right realtor is perhaps just as hard as selling your home. “Listening [to the client] is a big part of the real estate business,” Reiman said. However, negotiating skills are also paramount. When Reiman takes on a new client, she will guide them through the process, advertise their home, do more showings, price their home to encourage the highest number of offers and most importantly answer their phone calls. “I’m small, but I’m a dynamo,” she joked. When the day comes to sit down and sign the dotted line, having the right realtor will make all the difference. Diana Reiman can be reached at 732662-4690 or visit her online at www. dianareiman.com.
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Atlantic Highlands’ Eyes on First Ave, an ‘upscale, yet classy’ optical store
The exterior of Eyes on First Ave in the heart of Atlantic Highlands’ business district.–Courtesy Eyes on First Ave Courtesy Around the Hook ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS BOROUGH — Eyes on First Ave is owned and operated by Jamie Troster, who is a licensed optician in the state of New Jersey and a resident of Atlantic Highlands. Troster 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. Troster was soon promoted to the position of store manager for a leading national optical retailer. For the past twelve years, Troster has been responsible for the management and overall successful operation of 25 optical stores in New York City and New Jersey. Troster 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 Troster 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. Troster’s vision for Eyes on First Ave was to have an “upscale, yet casual” op-
tical store, which would combine expert personalized customer care with fashionable, quality eyewear. Troster 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 identity consultant, Theresa Gjertsen. Gjertsen’s exquisite talents helped Troster 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 non prescription 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 and on Facebook.
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FREEHOLD BOROUGH – Spring is the season when New Jersey’s fourth graders study the state of New Jersey as part of their social studies curriculum. Monmouth County’s Constitutional Officers – Surrogate Rosemarie D. Peters, County Clerk M. Claire French and County Sheriff Shaun Golden – are inviting Monmouth County’s fourth graders to help showcase what they like best about Monmouth County by having the students create posters that fit the theme “My County.” “The design and content of a poster is up to a fourth graders imagination,” Peters said. “The artwork can depict something special and unique to Monmouth County including our county government. I look forward to seeing some of Monmouth County’s best features depicted in this youthful perspective.” Rules for the contest are straightforward: • Posters must be on standard 22-inch by 28-inch poster board • The words “Monmouth County” must appear at the top of the poster in 4-inch letters with black marker. • The student’s name, teacher’s name and school must be printed neatly in the lower right-hand corner on the back of the poster. “The best part of this poster contest is that our local fourth graders can gain an understanding of what county government does each and every day,” French said. “The county is responsible for road maintenance, jails, mortgages and deed recording, voting procedures, protection of the rights of minors, parks, libraries, and much more,” Golden said. “Our county winners always impress us with their knowledge of the county and their ability to relay their thoughts artistically.” Posters must be mailed or delivered to the Monmouth County Surrogate’s Office no later than Friday, April 22 at One East Main St., Room 118, Freehold, N.J. 07728. Invitations to participate in the contest have been sent to all Monmouth County school principals. Information about the contest is available on the county website. First-, second- and third-place winners will be selected. Each winning fourth-grade artist will receive a prize and be invited to the Surrogate’s Office in Freehold for a photo session with the surrogate, sheriff and county clerk. The contest is sponsored statewide by the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey to commemorate National County Government Month in April. Constitutional Officers Association members in each of the New Jersey’s 21 counties will select a winning poster from the entries in their county. All posters become the property of the Constitutional Officers Association and the County of Monmouth; selected posters may also appear on a published calendar. Submission of a poster grants the Constitutional Officers Association permission to display a poster in public places. For details about the poster contest, log onto www. visitmonmouth.com or contact Kathy Reitsma in the Surrogate’s Office at 732-431-7330, Ext. 7331.
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Fair Haven gets a taste of Japanese cuisine By KAITLIN SEVERINI Correspondent
FAIR HAVEN BOROUGH — Specializing in hibachi-style steak and seafood, as well as sushi, Sansu Japanese Steakhouse is Fair Haven’s newest culinary venture. Sansu opened its doors in mid-December and is located in the former home of Bayshore Charlie’s Fishery. My family and I decided to try Sansu
last weekend, and it was nice to go only a few blocks — instead of a town or two over — to get Japanese food. Little did we know how popular Sansu had already become; on a Saturday night, without a reservation, we had no chance of getting a table. The place was packed with couples, families and friends having a night out. Opting for takeout instead, we ordered an assortment of items, including edamame (steamed soybeans), seafood soup
(crab, scallops, shrimp and vegetables), a shrimp avocado hand roll and a vegetable roll (avocado, cucumber, oshinko [Japanese pickle] and kampyo [calabash, a type of gourd or squash]). The decor inside is modern, sleek, inviting and downright cozy. However, each table does not have its own hibachi station, which is typical at other hibachi restaurants. Instead, the hibachi chefs work on your dishes along the back wall
of the restaurant. At Sansu, the food is fresh, creative, delicious and also, reasonably priced. Fair Haven was overdue for good Japanese cuisine and now it’s finally here. For more information on Sansu Japanese Steakhouse, please visit www.sansuroll. com or call (732) 530-8988.
Holmdel resident inducted into Ranney School Cum Laude Society TINTON FALLS BOROUGH — Alexander Marchak, of Holmdel, was inducted into Ranney School’s Cum Laude Society, on March 1. Since entering the Upper School, Marchak has become a high-achieving scholar. Before he graduates in June, he will have taken six Advanced Placement courses and ten honors classes. As a result of his commendable academic and extracurricular accomplishments, Marchak was inducted into the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society and the Science National Honor Society. Though these recognitions span the
breadth of his study, he has shown a passion for history and possesses a keen interest in civics and government – leading a volunteer post in the office of State Senator Joseph Kyrillos. An active leader in the Ranney community, he has stepped up as co-president of the Math Honor Society, treasurer of the National Honor Society and president of the Junior State of America (JSA) chapter. Over the past three years, he has also dedicated numerous hours to community and service organizations, where he can frequently be found organizing charitable drives and working with children’s support groups.
Alex Marchak, (center) poses during the Ranney School Cum Laude Society Induction Ceremony at Panther Hall on March 1.—Photo courtesy the Marchak family
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Saint Peter’s University Hospital nurses recently visited RBR to make a breast cancer awareness presentation to the school’s female athletes. (l-r) Community Health Nurse Donna Makris, Teresa Soya, Lauren Bowler, RBR Athletic Director Del Dal Pra and Community Health Nurse Christa Cavanagh.–Courtesy RBR LITTLE SILVER BOROUGH — During Breast Cancer Awareness Week, pink could be spied everywhere at Red Bank Regional (RBR) athletic events. Boys raced down the basketball court in pink socks, pink shoe laces, pumping the ball with arms adorned with pink wrist bans. The girls’ basketball team shed their dark maroon for a paler shade of pink t-shirts imprinted with the slogan “Pink Bank.” Even the girls’ swim team burst off the blocks and into the pools in bright pink swimming caps. All the pink accessories were donated to the school by the Community Mobile Health Unit of Saint Peter’s University Hospital who won a grant from the Susan G. Komen Foundation to bring breast cancer awareness to over 12,000 female athletes in the greater Monmouth County area. In turn, the RBR athletes responded by donating all their game proceeds along with additional donations back to the Susan G. Komen Fund. In February, RBR athletic director Del DalPra and RBR basketball player Adam Harris of Shrewsbury presented St. Peter University’s Community Health nurses with a check for $1,000. The nurses, Donna Makris and Christa Cavanaugh, had come to the school for the most important part of the program, instructing RBR’s female athletes on breast cancer awareness. Harris actually brought the idea for RBR’s athletes to participate in Breast Cancer Week to his athletic director out of a personal concern. “My aunt is fighting breast cancer and I am very close to her,” Harris said. “I
thought that by doing this, maybe we could help her and anyone else who has this terrible disease.” The nurses gave out information to the girls and instructed them on statistics and risk factors for the disease. They stated that every eight minutes another women is diagnosed with breast cancer in the U. S., which now effects one in eight women or over 200,000 last year. Risk factors include drinking, smoking, family history, high body mass index, age, and never having children. While breast cancer mainly appears in women over the age of 50, the nurses revealed that since they have been presenting this program in the Jersey Shore region, two teenage girls self-reported that they were being treated for breast cancer. “The good news is that the cure rate is 98 percent due to the efforts of early detection,” Makris informed the students. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, eating good foods and limiting weight gain can help prevent cancer. Most importantly, the women described how young women could best perform their own self exam. They also dispelled the old myths including that males don’t get breast cancer. Men are 100 times less likely than women to develop breat cancer, but men do develop the diesase. There is also no connection between cell phone use or deodorant as causes for cancer. Breast implants also do not cause cancer, but they can deter detection. “Knowledge is key to help prevent and detect breast cancer early,” Cavanagh said. RBR’s athletic director hopes to make this an annual event for his female athletes.
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Rose’s Fund for Animals helps pets in need By KAITLIN SEVERINI Correspondent
AVON BOROUGH — In 2008, Felecia Bernstein found an injured cat, sans tags and near death, on the side of the road. She brought the cat, who she decided to call Rose, to the nearest veterinary clinic. Rose needed medication and care for a broken leg and head trauma. Unable to find Rose’s owners, Bernstein opted to pay for the cat’s treatment, but despite the help, Rose passed away early the next morning. Three years later, Jackie Berman brought her cat Ali to Red Bank Veterinary Hospital to be treated for a serious urinary track blockage. Berman was told that Ali needed a $3,500 surgery to survive. When Bernstein expressed to the vet that she could not afford the surgery, the staff at Red Bank recommended Rose’s Fund for Animals and put her in touch with Felecia Bernstein. “I have for many years said that if I ever hit the lottery I would start a fund, so that no one would ever have to choose between medical care and euthanizing their pet only because of finances,” Bernstein says on her website. Bernstein didn’t win the lottery, but her experience with Rose inspired her to create Rose’s Fund for Animals, an all-volunteer
The fund’s namesake, Rose the Cat organization that helps pet owners pay for medical treatment for their pets when they cannot afford the costs. Rose’s Fund came to Ali’s rescue and paid for his surgery in full. “[Rose’s Fund] was a godsend,” Berman said. “Thanks to them, Ali is doing fantastic.” Since 2008, Rose’s Fund has contributed $61,000 to help 105 families in New Jersey and nationwide cover the medical
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costs for their pets. Because Rose’s Fund relies solely on donations, this was no easy feat. Every month, Rose’s Fund must raise $2,000 to pay the veterinary clinics who have given care to the animals with the promise that Rose’s Fund will cover the costs. “We’re small but determined,” Bernstein said. “Everything you give is going to save some pet’s life. But like all small funds, we obviously get more calls for help than we get donations.” Berman’s positive experience with Rose’s Fund has inspired her to publicize the organization. Since receiving help with Ali’s medical costs, Berman has taken over Rose’s Fund’s Facebook page, started a Rose’s Fund Twitter account and organized fundraisers and Ginger, a dog helped by Rose’s Fund other events to help publicize Rose’s Fund and draw donations. Bernstein will help pet owners find another “I might not have the funds, but I have solution. a lot of connections,” Berman said. “I’m “We don’t just say no when you don’t pulling out all the stops to get information meet our criteria,” Bernstein said. “We will out about the organization. They helped figure out what else we can do.” me, and now let me help other [pet owners] The Rose’s Fund’s website also lists 40 who might be in the same situation.” other sites that can help pet owners. “There are so many things we want to Donations can be made through the do and we’ve just run out of time to do ev- Rose’s Fund website. The site also has paw erything,” Bernstein said. “It’s going to be print and memorial pages, where donators great that [Berman’s] out there spreading can make donations in their pets’ names. the word. We don’t want somebody not to “It’s a labor of love,” Bernstein said of know about us and need us. We feel terrible Rose’s Fund. “We have the heart.” when people don’t find us.” Do you or does someone you know have Because of its size, however, Rose’s a pet that needs Rose’s Fund’s help? Would Fund can’t possibly help every animal. But you like to make a donation? For more inin those situations in which Rose’s Fund is formation about Rose’s Fund, please visit unable to help, either due to criteria restric- www.rosesfund.org or find Rose’s Fund on tions (the fund won’t cover neutering or Facebook, Twitter or Yahoo. You can also spaying, for example) or lack of funding, send an email to rosesfund@aol.com.
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classes to the unemployed ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS BOROUGH — Rob and Mike Knox, co-owners of Navesink Fitness in Atlantic Highlands, are offering a helping hand to those who have recently lost their job. “We realize that unemployment isn’t going down and that a lot of our neighbors have lost their jobs and are having a hard time finding a new one,” Mike said. “That causes a lot of stress– stress that our classes can help relieve.” Navesink Fitness offers classes in
Zumba, Yoga, Spin, and Body Sculpt; they are fun and a great way to improve your overall fitness level. Classes are free for six months to those who have lost their job and are currently receiving unemployment benefits (proof of benefits is required). Call 732-872-6443 or stop in, 1006 Rt. 36 in the A&P Shopping Center. “We are a neighborhood gym, so helping our neighbors just seems to be the right thing to do,” Rob concluded.
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Calendar Event Listing cont. Saturday, April 9
TINTON FALLS 41st Monmouth Festival of Arts Monmouth Reform Temple 12:00pm – 8:30pm Hance Avenue; Contact: 732-747-8278 Tickets: $8 adults, $5 senior citizens and students Monmouth Festival of Arts is arguably the most popular and professional juried art show in the area supporting artists as well as art education. (April 9 – April 13)
gallon containers and take home the same size and number of plants Saturday, April 16 WEST LONG BRANCH Musical Evening Monmouth University; 8:00pm - 10:00pm 400 Cedar Avenue; Contact:732-263-6889 Colin Hay; Tickets: $33 Sunday, April 17
ASBURY PARK ZPGABC Benefit Cat Show Berkeley Hotel; 9:00am - 4:30pm 1401 Ocean Avenue; Contact: 732-567-7927 Tickets: $9, $8 older than age 65, $5 ages 4-12, free younger than age 4 or anyone in a wheelchair; $25 family of 4
MIDDLETOWN Earth Day Open House Huber Woods Park; 25 Brown’s Dock Road Learn ways to protect the environment through fun, family-friendly activities
RED BANK Second Saturday at the Studio Joel McFadden Designs; 7:00pm - 9:00pm 32 White Street; Contact: 732-747-8877 April’s featured artist, Robyn Ellenbogen.
LONG BRANCH Spring Dance Performance Shore Institute of Contemporary Arts 7:00pm - 9:00pm 20 Third Avenue; Contact: 732-263-1121 $5 members, $7 members. Enjoy an exhibition of various dancers, dance groups or companies who will dazzle you with their performances of 15 minutes or less
RED BANK NJ Chamber Singers Concert United Methodist Church of Red Bank; 247 Broad Street; 8:00pm - 9:30pm For more information please e-mail tickets@ njchambersingers.org. Tickets: $20 adults, $18 seniors, $5 students Sunday, April 10 LINCROFT Brookdale Guitar Show Brookdale College , Student Life Center; 10:00am - 5:00pm 765 Newman Springs Road Admission $15, student admission $10. Tuesday, April 12 ASBURY PARK Folk Music at the Saint At the Saint; 7:30pm - 10:30pm 601 Main Street; Contact: 732-869-9276. Cost: $10 per person Friday, April 15 ASBURY PARK A Benefit for Alzheimer’s Berkeley Hotel; 7:00pm - 11:00pm 1401 Ocean Avenue; Contact: 732-832-7818 Tickets: $200. Dinner, dancing, and live entertainment WEST LONG BRANCH Spring Concert Monmouth University, 7:30pm - 11:00pm 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch 732-571-3483 Tickets: $30, $22 MIDDLETOWN Spring Plant Swap At Deep Cut Gardens; 10:00am - 2:00pm 152 Red Hill Road; 732-671-6050 Bring plants in one-quart, one-gallon or two
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Monmouth University; 4:30pm-6:30pm 400 Cedar Ave;Contact: 732-263-6889 Jennifer Grotz Thursday, April 28 RED BANK Job Search Skills for the 40+ Worker Eisner Memorial Library; 7:00pm – 9:00pm 84 West Front St; Contact: 732-842-0690 This class is free and registration is required. Friday, April 29 RED BANK Reckless Steamy Night; The Woman’s Club 8:30pm - 11:00 pm 164 Broad Street $10 suggested donation. Mike Barris and Friends.
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Benefit Dinner and Silent Auction Atlantic Highlands Yacht Club; 6:30pm Simon Lake Drive, Atlantic Highlands Contact: 732-291-9337 or 732-872-6582 Tickets: $60
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OUR CHARIT Y The Community YMCA is committed to strengthening our community Every day, The Community YMCA works side by side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Since 1874, the Y has continuously met the changing needs of the diverse communities in Monmouth County and in surrounding communities. From creating memorable summer camp experiences and teaching kids how to swim to providing affordable childcare to working parents and fellowship to seniors, the Y is committed to improving the community’s health and well-being. One of more than 2,500 YMCAs nationwide, The Community Y is a charitable, community service organization that serves over 20,000 individuals and families in Monmouth, southern Middlesex and northern Ocean counties. Youth Development At the Y, children and teens learn values and positive behaviors, and can explore their unique talents and interests, helping them realize their potential. Y activities such as preschool, before and after school programs, sports activities, arts enrichment, leadership programs and summer camp give young people the opportunity to be-
come confident kids today and healthier, happier grownups tomorrow. Healthy Living Through health and wellness programs at the Y’s flagship facility in Red Bank, which features two pools, an indoor track and gymnasium, the Y encourages healthy living for all ages. The Y brings families closer together and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. Social Responsibility To bring about meaningful change, individuals need ongoing encouragement and tools. The Y works day-in and day-out to provide the resources that families in our community need – counseling for mental health and substance abuse, foster family support, mentoring and child visitation programs. The Y makes sure that every child, family and community has what they need to achieve their best. Volunteerism and Giving In 2010, in order to meet community needs, the Y provided nearly $1.2 million in direct program and membership scholarships to support the health and well-being
BBBS EVENT
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth County presents annual food and wine tasting EATONTOWN BOROUGH – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties recently announced its 12th Annual Gourmet Food and Wine Tasting to be held at Holly Hill Estate in Locust, NJ, on Monday, May 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The much-anticipated event will feature a tour of the beautiful designer show house and spectacular grounds overlooking the Navesink River from 6-7 p.m. followed by a fantastic food and wine tasting in the adjacent café tent. Fifteen area establishments will be participating, and guests will sample a great variety of savory and sweet culinary delights. The Premier Sponsors for this event are The Provident Bank and Alcatel-Lucent. Event sponsorships are still available and all sponsors will be recognized at the event and listed on the BBBSMMC website with a link to their sites.
Space is limited! Tickets are $100 each and only 300 tickets will be sold for this exclusive event. The proceeds of this exclusive event will be used to support BBBSMMC’s mentoring programs and outreach services to the children of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1:1 mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. BBBSMMC is a donor-supported, volunteer agency that is currently serving over 400 children and the agency is funded through individual gifts, grants and special events. For more information call 732-544-2224 or visit www.bbbsmmc.org.
of over 3,000 struggling children and families in our community. With the support of volunteers and generous donors, the Y received over $900,000 in financial contributions. This year, the Y hopes to raise $1 million to welcome more children and families to the Y. If you would like to help bring about lasting and meaningful change to children, families and our community by making a gift or you’d like to learn more about the Y, call 732-6715505 or visit www.TheCommunityYMCA.org.
BBBS PROFILE
Karen Bottari and Ty Karen Bottari, of Middletown, has been a Big Sister to 9-year-old Ty for 2 years. Karen and her Little Sister Ty see each other every other week and their friendship continues to grow. Karen likes to plan activities that Ty really enjoys and doing things that take advantage of her boundless energy. Together they have gone sledding and played basketball because Ty loves sports. This active pair also enjoys going to the library together and Ty has really started to enjoy reading. Karen often turns off the radio and Ty will read in the car on the way to an activity. “I felt like I enjoy being with kids and if you can make a difference with one child, that’s big,” Karen said when asked why she became a Big Sister in the BBBS program. “It is very rewarding to watch the relationship as we both grow. I would recommend it highly if you can commit to the time. We were lucky to match so perfectly.” In just four to six hours per month you can make a big difference in a child’s life. To find out how to become a volunteer mentor visit www.bbbsmmc. org or call 732-544-2224.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties is a donor supported volunteer agency that is currently serving over 400 children through one-to-one mentoring. The agency has over 40 children waiting to be matched with a caring Big Brother of Sister.
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RBC is alive... with ‘The Sound of Music’ By MICHELLE TUCHOL Correspondent RED BANK BOROUGH – It may seem cliché, but there was nothing overdone about Red Bank Catholic’s spring production of “The Sound of Music.” The cast, set design, and score set to both were all traditionally captured to make parents, friends and family proud of the Casey Players. “The Sound of Music” is widely known from the 1965 film adaptation rather than the original Rodgers and Hammerstein play from 1959. RBC alum and director Anthony Jude Setaro chose to keep that familiarity by referring closely to the film. Maria Rainer, played by Katherine Scott, is a cheerful young nun who is slightly out of place in the Austrian convent where she has chosen to devote her life. Her zealous attitude causes Mother Abbess (Olivia Mullen) to think that she might be of better help to the widowed Captain Georg von Trapp (Luke Byrnes) as a governess for his seven children for a brief period. The von Trapp children range in age from
five to 16, and the cast type for each actor is suitable. Liesl (Cara Catalane), Friedrich (Nick O’Neill), Louisa (Michaela Farrell), Kurt (Matt Puchalski), Brigitta (Katie Wilson), Marta (Colleen Kinslow) and Gretl (Lauren Houss) are young enough to learn from Maria but old enough to see that their father is falling for Maria. She teaches the children how to sing with the aid of “Do-Re-Mi” and “My Favorite Things.” For adolescents, the von Trapp’s boisterous voices seem like that of a professional choir. They catch on quickly to Maria’s cues and enjoy every moment of her charismatic charm. The introduction of Elsa Shraeder (Emily Nevins), a wealthy baroness from Vienna, paired with Maria’s uplifting persona is what creates a new happiness for the Captain. He is obliged to sing again, an act that was close to his heart before his wife died. Maria has also
The entire cast of Red Bank Catholic’s “The Sound of Music.”–Photo courtesy Meghan Lee
brought a new flair to the von Trapp children by creating outfits for each of them using material given to her by housekeeper, Frau Schmidt (Emily Kinslow). The costume design is spot on in resembling the play clothes of West Germany during the story’s production. The use of bright, intricate patterns for the boys and girls gave a sense of uniformity to the family, which added cohesiveness to scenes based greatly on singing. Although the von Trapp family seems to be in harmony, conflict for the Captain arises. During a celebratory party held at the villa on Elsa’s behalf, the Captain realizes his true feelings for Maria, even though he has prior plans to marry Elsa. Another love interest between Liesl and a messenger named Rolf (Mark Regan) blossoms, but must be kept secret. Liesl is unaware that her father continues to ignore telegrams sent by the Germans. During this period, Maria continues to embrace the children’s love for music, and encourages them to sing for Elsa at the party. The instant approval of the company at the party causes Max Detweiler (Joe Caracappa), to prep the children for the Salzburg Festival, a renowned musical performance. In a short time, the Captain sees that Elsa doesn’t share the same ideas about the occupation of the Germans in Austria. The two decide to part ways after Elsa breaks off the engagement. The Captain then confesses his love for Maria.
Through out the production, the players demonstrate an obvious chemistry. The entire cast creates immediate warmth that translates to an equal display of song. The score, courtesy of the RBC Festival Orchestra, is a pleasurable accompaniment with each song and further aids in the changing of scenes. After the Captain and Maria wed, tensions continue to rise between traditional Austria and its invasion of Germany. The Captain is summoned to command the German navy by Herr Zeller (Joe Cilento) and Admiral von Schreiber (Nick Castellano), but decides to flea the country with his family during the last minutes of the Salzburg Festival. The production concludes with “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” a song that closely displays the challenges the von Trapp family has, and the confidence they gain to overcome their setbacks. “The Sound of Music” is a musical rich with history, which makes it a very drawn out production for some. However, the runtime of this particular performance was poignant and did not dwell on details irrelevant to the storyline. The balance between traditionally simplistic set design and strong casting is what made this rendition another classic. It was the cast, and more specifically the von Trapp children, who kept the audience begging for more energetic songs to sing as they exited the auditorium.
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‘Sweeney Todd’ creeps to Rumson-Fair Haven By MICHELLE TUCHOL Correspondent RUMSON BOROUGH – If you step into the auditorium at Rumson-Fair Haven High School, you might think you were at a Broadway dress rehearsal. A small orchestra is playing in the pit of the stage, actors are taking direction from a woman who listens intently to the chorus of a young man bellowing “Johanna,” and a giant sound board rests at the back of the auditorium close by a table filled with refreshments. Then you notice students ranging from 14 to 18 waltzing in their sweats and pajamas still slightly groggy from this particular 8:30 a.m. practice of “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” Rumson-Fair Haven High School has showcased a wide variety of plays and musicals over the years, but students who are currently working with this production agree
that none have been this dark in theme. “These are things you normally wouldn’t think about,” Hillary Keating, who plays the role of a beggar woman in the production, said. One of the original musical adaptations from “Sweeny Todd” is from 1979 by playwright Christopher Bond, with music and lyrics from Stephen Sondheim. Without revealing too much “meat,” the story follows Sweeney Todd, a man who has been wronged in the late 1800s by a judge in London. When Todd returns home, he vows to take revenge on the customers in his barbershop. Some details are a bit gruesome, so RFHR decided to opt for the school edition of the musical. The music and lyrics are still by Sondheim, which Jeanne Johnson, the production coordinator of the play, admits is very difficult. However, the students as well as the advisors are up for the challenge. The Tower Players at RFHR, which in-
clude the actors, players, pit crew and drama club have a “go big or go home” mentality. From costumes to set design, the perseverance and efforts to make each production stand out from one another have people from all over Monmouth County coming to see what the players can do. Carole Malik, the costume and props designer, works diligently to create exactly what director Suzanne Sweeney envisions as the perfect combination of cast, crew and set design. Malik has won a Basie Award, an accolade that commends students and teachers for outstanding achievements in the arts, almost every year. “I like to give equal time for the ensemble,” Malik said, knowing that wardrobe is just as important in a play as the actors who don it. What’s special, and slightly difficult, about “Sweeney Todd” is that this production calls for heavily detailed design. The costumes are modeled to resemble a genre
of Steampunk, which gives ode to Victorian style, but adds a modern flair. Dino Pagano, the technical director (and winner of a Basie award for set design), is hard at work with his crew of set designers for one of the larger units for the production. Pagano teaches AutoCAD, Stagecraft and Woodshop, and is developing a chute underneath the barbershop set for the actors to slide down. You’ll have to come see what the numerous hours of manpower will finally produce. Although the advisors at RFHR are an integral part of the musical, the students are essential. “Educating the kids about the style,” Johnson said, and learning about the time period in which the play is set, “that’s what we get out of it.” “Sweeney Todd” began Friday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. Other show times were Saturday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 19 at 1 p.m.
Knollwood School Drama Club goes ‘Around the World’ By KAITLIN SEVERINI Correspondent FAIR HAVEN BOROUGH — On February 23 and 24, the Knollwood School Drama Club’s fourth- and fifth-graders performed a rousing musical version of Jules Verne’s “Around the World in 80 Days.” Complete with breakdancing, swordfighting ninjas and humorous shorts in between scenes, the drama club gave a modern twist to a classic story that thoroughly amused and entertained the audience. “My daughter and I watched the movie [version of ‘Around the World in 80 Days’] that was produced several years ago with Jackie Chan as Passepartout,” Robert Talmage, director of Knollwood’s Drama Club, said. “We found it to be quite funny and yet, at the same time a serious quest.” Talmage composed the original music and wrote the lyrics for the musical, and he and his 11-year-old daughter, Jessica, wrote the script. “[Jessica] thought it would be a good idea to write a stage version of this classic Jules Verne tale,” Talmage said. “So she and I worked hard last summer to get it done, in order to have it ready for auditions.” The auditions for “Around the World in 80 Days” began in December, and nearly 120 students tried out for speaking parts. “The auditioning process was a total
joy,” Talmage said. “We had students cheering for one another. My feeling is that if you even tried out, you are a winner. And we legitimately could have had six or seven talented actors for each part. But we had to make that critical decision, in the end.” While the actors no doubt impressed their audience, students in the chorus, set design, and back stage and tech crews wowed viewers with catchy tunes, beautiful scenery (including giant postage stamps depicting each new country visited by the characters) and seamless transitions between scenes. The hours and hours of practicing paid off. “We practiced twice a week,” Talmage said. “Actors then chorus. And then about four weeks into the process we combined everyone. We [also] worked hard to integrate our backstage crew, who had a lot of scenery to move.” This year marked the Drama Club’s ninth year of performing an annual play or musical. Past shows include “Scrooge,” “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” “The Story of Helen Keller” and “The First Flight of the Wright Brothers,” which incorporated a simulated flying machine using a pulley system. When asked what the Knollwood Drama Club will have in store for next year, Talmage half-joked, “I always, always, always keep that a super scientific secret until December 1.” Above all, it was clear that the students
(Onstage) Dana Elderhorst as Brigitte, Leo Maita as Phineas Fogg, Nicole Everett as Passepartout and Johnny Wyckoff as King Makkah, performing “Around the World in 80 Days” at Knollwood School in Fair Haven.–Photo courtesy Robert Talmage
enjoyed themselves and appreciated the hard work of both their peers and teachers. After the final bows, the actors gave thanks and flowers to Talmage, Jessica and everyone else who contributed to the musical’s success. So what was Talmage’s favorite part? The finale, of course!
“I think year after year, my favorite moment has to be the finale when all students come together and sing the closing song,” Talmage said. “It’s thrilling.” For more information about the Knollwood School Drama Club, visit www.fair haven.edu/fh/Knollwood School.
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Get your back ‘back to health’ by exercising By REBECCA KOPP Special to the Community Messenger
Probably everyone has wished they could get their bodies to do what they did when they were younger. Oh, the energy, the flexibility, the strength we all had! And, for anyone with an aching back (which pretty much includes everyone), this wish is especially true. But all is not lost. There is a way to improve your back health and that’s by exercising. “Improving your back health is one of the simplest fitness goals to reach,” Bill Tevin, Eastpointe Health & Fitness personal trainer and certified strength and conditioning specialist, said. “It starts with diagnosing the problem correctly and then customizing a training and exercise program that fits your particular back issue.” Exercise, you say. Really? What about bed rest? According to research, bed rest is completely ineffective in improving function in most cases of low back pain. What about putting ice or heat on your back? Similarly, the use of ice and/or heat 4 1 WORLD SPLIT 4C MN 3/16/11 2:54 PM Page 1 has not been proven to have any positive effect on low-back pain. Okay, then what about medication? Various medications
may reduce the acute pain one experiences, but they don’t address underlying weaknesses and imbalances that are typically causing the periods of back pain and immobility. Then exercise it is. In fact, the National Institutes of Health states that exercise is likely the most effective tool for both the treatment of low back pain and prevention of its recurrence. Appropriate exercise can help strengthen the muscles that support the spine, correct imbalances that affect posture, and improve flexibility to minimize stress on the back during everyday activities. Low back pain and injury, however, is a common reason that individuals decide not to exercise, or delay the start of an exercise program. This lack of activity will then create further weakness in many cases, placing us at greater risk for future pain and injury, causing a repetitive cycle and sending us into a downward spiral. And no one wants that! To help improve “our aching backs” EPH&F has instituted a Back Health Program designed to get our backs, back on track. For $199, the program includes a chiropractic consultation, half-hour massage and posture check, in depth fitness
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(l-r) Laurie Garrison, MCSPCA executive director; Jerry Rosenthal, MCSPCA Board of Trustees president, and the two “Red Hydrant Award” recipients, Rumson Detective Christopher Isherwood and Rumson Sergeant Peter Koening.–Photo courtesy MCSPCA volunteer Kevin Alex EATONTOWN TOWNSHIP — The annual Valentines Brunch, “All They Need Is Love,” held by the Monmouth County SPCA (MCSPCA) at McLoone’s Pier House on February 13 raised more than $23,000 for the area’s homeless animals. The MCSPCA is the gracious recipient of a tremendous feat that could not have been reached without the support of the local community. Those in attendance saw Sergeant Peter Koening and Detective Christopher Isherwood of the Rumson Police Department take home the prestigious Monmouth County SPCA “Red Hydrant Award.” The officers received this honor for their life-saving heroics when they responded to a 911 call to help a local resident’s dog that had fallen through the ice on the Navesink River during the aftermath of the December 2010 Blizzard. These two public servants were quick to arrive on the scene and were able to safely guide the dog to shore. Both officers are true animal lovers and were delighted to reunite
dog and owner and were thrilled to find out the dog, who was treated for hypothermia, had made a complete recovery. The McLoone’s brunch included a mouthwatering display of fresh fruit, baked goods, raw bar and the ever popular waffle station as well as breathtaking ocean views. The event also featured the smooth Jazz sounds of the Wakah Chan band, a 50/50 raffle, gift auction and a live auction featuring the chance to win a Signature VIP Adoption Package at the upcoming MCSPCA Puppy-Palooza Event on March 5-6. This package allows the winner a chance to move to the front of the line as the first potential adopter of the many puppies available. The prize also entitles the winner to an exclusive one-hour photo session with animal photographer and best-selling author Kim Levin. To learn more about the Valentine’s Brunch or about how to attend any of the upcoming MCSPCA events, please visit www.monmouthcountyspca.org or call 732-542-0040.
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meals and other services to needy members of the local community for 27 years, but times are tough. The organizers hope other local business organizations will assist Lunch Break to meet the growing community needs. They are reaching out to the local business community to assist in their efforts, while also raising awareness of the excellent and free services Lunch Break provides, and their continued need for volunteers, financial resources and donated goods. For more information please contact Courtney Perez at cperez@trtc.org or 732-345-1400 x 1810 or Jill Goldbach at jgoldbach.thejournal@gmail.com or 908461-4146.
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PET CORNER Where’s Moose?
Adorable Adoptables Moose Moore has gotten free and is roaming around the Navesink River area. Do you recognize where Moose is? Help us find Moose by emailing his location to pets@mycommunitypublications.com. Please put “Where’s Moose?” in the subject line.
Everyone who responds will receive a “Where’s Moose Moore?” Tshirt, courtesy of Community Publications and Market ME Printing in Hazlet. One random correct response will also receive a special prize. This month, the prize is a $25 gift certificate to MarketME. Clues can be found on the Facebook pages of Community Publications and Moose Moore.
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ABNER (aka Tuck) is a shy 6-month-old boy who needs a patient, loving family to build his confidence. He is a hound/retriever mix is very sweet and loves other dogs. Abner should go to a family with another dog who can show him the ropes. Abner is in a foster home with one of our wonderful volunteers. SMOKEY is a sweet, big boy looking for love. He is a 5-year-old domestic short hair, owner-surrendered cat. Smokey's owner was no longer able to care for him. He is currently in a foster home, but he needs to find his permanent home! He has the most adorable little ‘stub’ tail that is always moving. Smokey might not be the proverbial ‘lap cat’ on his own but if you’re watching one of his favorite shows & put him on your lap, he’s a happy boy!
If you are interested in adopting any of our adorable animals, please call the Homeward Bound Adoption Center on 732-542-5962.
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OPINION RB student wins bronze at rowing championships The C.R.A.S.H. -B. SPRINTS - which is the World Indoor Rowing Championships were held Sunday, February 20, at Boston University's Aggeanis Area. Representing Red Bank was Red Bank Regional High School Junior Josue Madriz Picado who rowed in the Men's Coxswain division (130 lbs. or less). Fresh off a huge victory two weeks ago at the Main Line Slides at Villanova, Josue knew he was stepping up to the big time facing some of the best rowers in the world in his weight class. He was very excited leading up to the race. Yet once he got inside the arena and saw rowers/flags/banners from all over the world, the By enormity of this DAVID PROWN got him real nerv-
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ous. But once he got on the machine, the butterflys disappeared and he was all business. His race went off at 10:15 a.m. against 24 of erging's finest. He shared that he went out a little too fast (adrenaline no doubt) and was a bit tired towards the end. Still, he ended up with the bronze metal with a near personal best time. In addition, he ended up being the fastest high schooler in the race (only beaten by the coxswain for Yale University and a coxswain from Germany (yes indeed this was a world championship). Josue, of Costa Rican descent, is always
The war on New Jersey’s shore There’s a war raging. The forces battle day and night, without rest. The frontline is the New Jersey coast where the water and waves endlessly and mercilessly attack the beach and dunes. In time, the injuries suffered from this conflict will include houses, property and perhaps even lives. While mere mortal efforts cannot prevent the ultimate erosion of the beach or creeping of the shoreline, it can forestall the inevitable effects of the constant onslaught of the ocean. One front of note is Long Beach Island. There, the locals, the ones who live year round on this land mass of no more than six square miles, By are carrying the fight to the ele- LARRY SHAPIRO ments. In conjunction with the county, state and the Army Corps of Engineers, a Storm Damage Reduction Project has been studied,
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planned and is being constructed. The project seeks to protect life and property. The project consists of the construction of a uniform, 22-foot dune and extension of the beach for approximately 300 feet. The project will protect the island from the ravages of a major hurricane or nor’easter, as well as from the effects of lesser storms which occur more frequently, but with less ferocity. It is these storms, combined with the continual erosion of the beach and rising sea level that will ultimately destroy those houses on the beachfront, the frontline, well before any damage is suffered by homes farther inland. In this battle, a few property owners have taken the position that they don’t want the project. They fear loss of views and proximity to the ocean. Are they being short-sighted, hastening the destruction of the very views they love, or reasonable merely seeking to preserve their summer houses? Larry Shapiro is a partner in the firm of Ansell Grimm & Aaron which has been serving clients in Monmouth County and throughout New Jersey for over 80 years.
inspired by a quote from Thomas Jefferson: "Nothing on earth can stop the man with the correct mental attitude to achieve his goal." h t t p : / / w w w. c r a s h - b . o rg / w e b / w p content/uploads/results/2011/event-31.html Simply incredible in only his 2nd year of rowing. Kudos to Josue, Navesink Indoor River, Navesink river rowing club and Red Bank Regional High School for their continued support. 8 RBR Juniors given full scholarships to go to college this summer Mega kudos to the following Red Bank students who received the coveted Project Epic scholarship to go to college this summer (following their junior year at RBR) Iris Chicas, Sergio Castillo, Seph Williams, Phoenicia Butler, Josue Madriz Picado, Aliesia Daley, Laritza Lopez and Maria Mendez Martinez. Now in its 19th year, Project Epic’s mission statement is to assist and encourage disadvantaged youth to attend pre-college enrichment programs in order to increase the likelihood that they will pursue a college education and thereby achieve a break
in the cycle of poverty. The scholarship covers transportation, room and board and books, etc — wow! This public charity, found at www.projectepic.org, is simply outstanding and could sure use your help. Red Bank 7th-grader featured speaker at YMCA kick off event RBMS seventh-grader Yaritza Ortega was selected by the Community YMCA to speak at their Strong Kids campaign kickoff event recently at the fantastic Salt Creek Grille in Rumson. Yaritza is a terrific student who loves to swim “and hence loves the Y.” She bravely shared to an adult audience of well over 100 in attendance her life story and her love for the Y. She did great. Subscribe to David Prown’s Red Bank Blog: www.redbank.com/blogs/davidprown. Follow David Prown on Twitter: www.twitter.com/prowns.
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OPINION What you should know about nursing homes When an elderly family memit does not have a “Medicaid ber enters a nursing home, her bed� or that their “Medicaid family is frequently given incorwaiting list� is two years long. rect or misleading information. The fact of the matter is, Most people enter nursing homes once Mrs. Smith is in the nursafter a short hospital stay. ing home, whether for rehabilFor instance, Mrs. Smith will itation or custodial long-term fall at home and break her hip. care, she is a resident of the She will be taken to the hospital nursing home. No matter how and, eventually, have surgery to many times the nursing mend her broken hip. From the home’s staff tells Mrs. Smith hospital, she will be discharged to family that the facility does a local nursing home for rehabilnot have a Medicaid bed, the itation. truth is that the facility does Most rehabilitation facilities have a Medicaid bed, the bed By are nursing homes. I cannot tell JOHN CALLINAN that Mrs. Smith is currently you how many clients say to me lying in. “Mom is in a rehabilitation facility and is In most New Jersey nursing homes, every going to a nursing home.� The fact of the bed in the facility is dually certified for matter is the rehabilitation center is a nursing Medicare (which pays for rehabilitation) and home. Medicaid (which pays for long-term custoOnce Mrs. Smith is finished with rehabil- dial care). The facility might not like it if itation, she may be incapable of returning Mrs. Smith or her family stick to their guns home due to her physical or mental limita- and insist on not moving Mrs. Smith out of tions. If Mrs. Smith has money, the nursing the facility, particularly if Mrs. Smith has no home will be happy to keep her. If Mrs. money and will be a Medicaid resident, but Smith does not have money, the nursing the fact remains that the facility must retain home may tell Mrs. Smith or her family that her.
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What about the Medicaid wait list? Can’t the nursing home say that Mrs. Smith is last on their two-year Medicaid waiting list? A Medicaid waiting list is like a unicorn. Both the Medicaid waiting list and the unicorn do not exist. They are myths. It’s something the staff of a nursing facility says to a family member to scare them. It’s like going to a bank and asking the loan officer for a loan, and he tells you he has to take up your loan with the bank’s loan committee. There is no loan committee. He makes the decisions. It’s just easier for him to say no when he tells you later that the loan committee rejected your request. Another major issue with nursing homes is the paperwork that the facility asks Mrs. Smith or, more frequently, her family to sign. This paperwork, which the facility calls the entrance agreement, should be called the “we-need-someone-else-to-sue� agreement. There are only six reasons why a nursing facility can discharge a residence (for instance, if Mrs. Smith poses a danger to other residents, if Mrs. Smith poses a danger to herself and the facility is not equipped to handle her needs, if the facility closes, if
Mrs. Smith fails to pay after being given adequate notice), and failure to sign the facility’s contract is not a reason why the nursing home can evict a resident. There is a law that the facility must present a contract to Mrs. Smith, but there is no requirement that Mrs. Smith must sign the contract. As stated, the facility cannot evict Mrs. Smith if neither she nor her family refuses to sign the contract. My advice to family members, if asked, is, don’t sign that contract under any circumstances. Sometimes family members request that I review these contacts. I always refuse, because nursing homes will not modify their agreements in any meaningful manner and there is no reason to sign the agreement since the facility cannot compel the resident or her family to sign it. John W. Callinan is a certified elder law attorney (as certified by the National Elder Law Foundation, accredited by the American Bar Association). John has offices in Wall Twsp., Middletown, and Jamesburg. He can be reached at 732-706-8008 or johncallinan@ optonline.net.
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YOUR SAY What is your ideal Spring Break? “Hawaii.” – Victor Scudiery Hazlet
“Las Vegas.” – Ritesh Shah Keansburg
“Bermuda.” – Ellen Korpar Ocean Township
“Family spring break.” – Lenny Inzerillo Middletown
“The Reefs in Bermuda.” – John McCarthy Hazlet
“Island to yourself.” – Denise Metta Brooklyn
“To have a day off.” – Diane Minervini Hazlet
“Tropical island.” – Karen Lemanski Hazlet
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In 1978 Victor V. Scudiery was commissioned to produce a perfect Easter gift. Today this Commemorative Album and the Papal Review is available in limited quantities. Pope John Paul II is on his way to sainthood. It has been announced that Pope John Paul II will be beatiďŹ ed on May 1, 2011. This puts him just one step away from canonization as a saint. In 1978 the election of a Polish Pope came as a surprise to the entire world. It meant a break with tradition and the begnning of a new era in Rome. Not only has Cardinal Karol Wojtya become the ďŹ rst non-Italian Pope in 455 years, but also the youngest elected Pontiff in 132 years.
This album, therefore, is presented as a Commemorative Tribute to John Paul II, The Pope. Also available with this Commemorative Album is the Papal Review, which is a compilation in book form of all of the Popes, beginning with St. Peter, up to, and including Pope John Paul II, with history and pictures.
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