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New Book Tells Ghost Tales of our Two Rivers “All along the beautiful shores of the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers people have encountered curious and unexplainable events for centuries,” writes Patricia Martz Heyer, a longtime history buff and author of Ghosts Along the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers. “Here you will meet a bevy of the ghostly persona which haunt our local shores. There are peculiar encounters with apparitions from the era of Prohibition, accounts from local cemeteries where the dead are not always at rest, a perplexing puzzle of a haunting at a farm along the Shrewsbury, and a phantom which is persistent in his hauntings. There are ice boat apparitions, unexplained sightings, unsolved mysteries, and even a ghostly golden retriever.” Ghosts Along the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers, available mid-September, is a savory read recounting the paranormal and inexplicable encounters from along the peninsula between the two rivers. The book delves into the rich history of more than one hundred years, including reports that have circulated of the ghost of merciless slave master Lewis Morris. Locals say Morris can be seen scouring Passage Point Plantation in Rumson with a gaping hole where his heart should be. The frozen waters of the Navesink were a popular destination for iceboat sailing, and in her book Heyer claims many still say they see the face of a drowned teen in the ice after a tragic incident from 1906. Having a good knowledge of history, Heyer includes the tales of the native Lenapes and colonial Dutch who told eerie stories of the ancient forest of Ole Balm Hollow in Middletown, including phantom riders and the echoes of crying children. Heyer is a local resident and has written extensively for both children and adults throughout her career. Most recently she is the author of Shark Attacks of the Jersey Shore: A History, which was released in April, with another shark attacks project set in New York coming in 2021. She lives on the Navarumsunk peninsula with her husband and a rescued black cat named Gracie.

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Pat Dunigan Local Artist CM: What is your earliest memory of knowing you loved making art? Pat Dunigan (PD): As a kid, I always had crayons and coloring books and colored pencil sets...and I always colored inside the lines! My grandmother used to take us to the beach to collect big clam shells to paint. I still collect clam shells, but now I love them untouched. Each one is different and they’re like pieces of sculpture CM: Do you have a favorite medium? PD: In college, I worked with oils on canvas and did some sculpture and photography. When I was traveling for work, I started cutting pieces of colored paper out of magazines and making collages in notebooks, and that eventually got me back into painting. Now, I work with almost anything that makes colors. I also paint on wood panels and I’d like to translate some of my geometric paintings and collages into 3D pieces sculptures and mobiles. I keep pushing myself to be bolder with colors, formats and styles. I did an almost life-size portrait of my nephew, which he loved! Now, I want to do more portraits. CM: What has influenced your art? PD: I’ve been so lucky to have traveled all over the world. Thirty years ago, I worked in Australia with a wonderful film director (and painter) named Patrick Russell. He taught me how to really “see” things, things that were all around that I previously had not seen the beauty in, especially colors. He taught me how to be bold with colors; to let them crash up next to each other and to combine unexpected things; to not follow any rules. Most recently, my favorite trips have been to the Greek islands and Sicily. I loved the intensity of the colors of the sea and the sky and the light and the starkness of the landscapes, and I’m now working on a series of paintings that are color impressions of these islands.

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CM: What are some of the challenges of being an artist? What is the most satisfying part? PD: The challenges often become the most satisfying parts. Wondering if I’m ever going to have a new idea...but then something comes to me! There are times a piece is not turning out how I imagined it, and I’ve learned to just let it sit for a while and eventually I see it in a new way and know what to do. And, if something is really not working, to just move on to something new. One of the best parts is opening the door to my studio each day. It always makes me happy and feel like something great could happen. I’d love to find an old industrial building I could fix up as a studio and place to live.

To walk into Pat Dunigan’s Rumson art studio is to enter an unintended, three-dimensional collage art installation. The vivacious colors and the variations in materials and sizes are everywhere. Look up-art is hanging from the rafters; look down-arrangements grace the tables and floors; look around at eye level- art overlaps on the walls. It is not surprising then, to discover Pat is a multimedia artist with a special focus on painting and bold colors. Art has always been a significant CM: Favorite Quote? part of Pat’s life and plays a big role in her advertising, film and PD: There are two simple thoughts I have always liked. One is, television production career. Even her hobbies of gardening and “You had me at Hello.” I like how this is just a simple, immediate, travel are revealed in her work. and instinctive feeling. Sometimes I feel this way about a piece Meet Pat Dunigan - truly a “local” artist, who was born in I have done - just immediately like it - I feel I’ve done a good job. Red Bank, lived in Little Silver until she was four, and moved to The other is, “Work hard and be nice to people.” Rumson where she attended Holy Cross School and RumsonFair Haven Regional High School. To view more of Pat’s art, visit communitymagazinenj.com. 22

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Where there is a need, there is always and Alexis Spektor, M.Ed. The goal is to a way. Throughout the COVID-19 pan- provide a safe space for adults to express demic, Family Resource Associates (FRA) feelings of loss and grief and to address strives to provide ways to keep those the stressors of COVID-19 and the quarwith developmental or acquired disAbili- antine. “Attendees not only receive support ties connected to each other. Earlier this summer, after receiving feedback that from the group leaders, but also their there was a need for mental health sup- peers,” said Levine. “It has been amazport for its adult students, FRA launched ing to see the compassion and support a COVID-19 Bereavement and Stress extended peer to peer in the group.” The Management Group. FRA adults initiated COVID-19 group meets every other their own group in an effort to stay con- Thursday morning via Zoom. All adults nected with friends. Having started as a enrolled in any of FRA’s programs are inmonthly group gathering these adults are vited to join the group. now connecting for fun and games via To learn more about FRA – PossAbilities zoom. The COVID-19 Bereavement and for People with disAbilities, visit frainc. Stress Management Group is led by Sue org or call 732.747.5310. Levine, MA, CSW, FRA Social Worker,

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Since the Annual Juried Art Exhibition was founded by the Monmouth County Arts Council in 1979, the exhibition has been presented at the Monmouth Museum. In 2011 the Monmouth Museum assumed complete sponsorship of the exhibition. The same year, the museum expanded the call for entries to be international. As a result, the Annual Juried Art Exhibition has become a refreshing representation of creative talent from around the world. Alongside local New Jersey artists, the Annual Juried Art Exhibition has included artists from Japan, Russia, Lithuania, Israel, and Germany. This year, the Monmouth Museum presents the 42nd Annual Juried Art Exhibition. It is accepting artwork of all media and styles to feature in its Main Gallery and will be continuing the tradition of showcasing diverse and international art. Monmouth Museum is also advancing its goal of focusing on the underrepresented in the arts and providing a platform for a broad group of artists. The Monmouth Museum’s goal is to engage artists and the community in promoting inclusivity of gender, age, background, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and special needs. Deadline to submit is October 1 by midnight. For more information, visit monmouthmuseum.com.

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A 10TH ANNIVERSARY is traditionally called the Tin Anniversary because tin and aluminum represent the qualities of endurance and flexibility. In modern times, a 10th anniversary is marked with diamonds due to their unbreakable strength and how they are created through pressure and tenacity. So as we at CM celebrate our 10th year bringing the community together in our pages, we are proud to say through endurance and with flexibility and the strength of the people who have come together to make our magazine the diamond that it is, we celebrate a decade of all that makes Monmouth County an amazing place to live and work. Through the years we have had the privilege of bringing you, our readers, a myriad of stories and a visual history of our collective lives. We have had the good fortune to conduct interviews with some of the most recognized names in entertainment and sports as well as exceptional neighbors, and to bring you behind the scenes stories from our sponsorships of various notable events. We’ve cried with you when our hearts were collectively broken, and we’ve celebrated with you when our kids, our teams, our non-profits, or our friends achieved greatness. Everything in our magazine either originates in or connects back to Monmouth County. Every one of us on staff lives and works in our community, and honestly, we love what we do and being part of all of your lives. Because we know local matters.

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As a way to look back, we’ve included here glimpses from some of our most favorite editions. Because there are too many stories, photographs, interviews, and moments to relive we are encouraging you to visit our newly redesigned website where you can enjoy the features and photos in their entirety. Thank you for our first 10 years, we look forward to many more adventures together.

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IN THE BEGINNING…

Brian Kirk: Jersey Shore Legend

When Community Magazine (CM) first launched, the only towns that received our publication were Colts Neck and Holmdel and we had no website or presence on social media. Through the years, not only has our town reach expanded, but rather quickly our presence in the digital world allowed us to reach anyone who could type in our web address. Though our page count and paper weight have changed, the defining constant has been the dedication of our staff. Several members have been with the magazine since day one, including Editor-in-Chief Carolyn Burtnick and Creative Director Lori Donnelly (see story on the people behind CM on page 33).

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We at CM know that where we live is unique and special with a mixture of New York flair, horse-country farmland, and beautiful beaches offering casual comfort. But what sets our area apart is the people who call Monmouth County home. There is no better example of the heart for giving our community shares than through the non-profits that work tirelessly to raise money, offer programming, or stock shelves with food. In November of 2017, our Giving Back issue focused on the philanthropy of the Grunins, Kicking Cancer Overboard, and Fulfill, formerly known as the Foodbank of Monmouth and Ocean. We were honored to have Oprah Winfrey on our cover as she launched her brand of food, O That’s Good!, directly aiding local families through Fulfill. We have also featured or partnered with Impact 100, Lunch Break, No Limits Cafe, Holiday Express, the Ashley Lauren Foundation, Mary’s Place by the Sea, Clean Ocean Action, CPC Behavioral Health, the Monmouth Park Charity Fund, the Frances Foundation, and too many more to name.

national names made local Carol Stillwell: A Leading Lady in Monmouth County PHOTO CREDIT: MELISSA AMORELLI

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Oprah is just one of the many world-renowned celebrities who have graced our cover or pages. Each has a direct connection to our area or lives among us. Some of our favorites have been Bruce Springsteen, Jon Bon Jovi and his son, Donny Osmond, Frankie Valli, Gloria Gaynor, Patti LuPone, Sarah McLaughlin, Debbie Harry, Steven VanZandt, John Roberts, Danica McKellar, Candace Cameron-Bure, and Danny DeVito. There are also more local celebrities like Brian Kirk, Stephanie Klemons, Tim McLoone, and Danny Clinch who have become friends to the magazine. Danny Clinch has been especially generous, allowing us to use his world-famous photograph of Bruce for our cover and having CM as the only New Jersey publication sponsoring the Sea.Hear.Now Festival alongside outlets such as Rolling Stone. Creative Director Lori was able to get an amazing cover shot of Dave Matthews that has become a favorite for many of us. continued on next page >>

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A Conversation with Acting Legend, Patti LuPone PHOTO CREDIT: RICHARD TERMINE

Sea.Hear.Now is just one of the many sponsorships we have secured throughout these 10 years, including the Asbury Park Music and Film Festival, the Catsbury Park Convention, Christmas Con alongside Hallmark, eWomen Network, all three Colts Neck, Little Silver, and Rumson Kitchen Tours, the Little Silver and the Red Bank 5Ks, the Monmouth Film Festival, and many others. But perhaps the magazine’s Vice-Chair Sponsorship of the New Jersey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Asbury Park was the event that left us most star-struck. We were given amazing access for interviews, backstage, and the red carpet, and spoke with and photographed too many stars that night to even mention in print. Check out our photo gallery on our website to see and read all about it.

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Finding Hope in Chaos Ten Years After... David and Sean Goldman Discuss Life After an Abduction PHOTO CREDIT: CATHY PADILLA

Sometimes the most rewarding part of an issue we print is having the opportunity to highlight some of the people among us doing really great work. Our Meet Your Neighbor features are intended to introduce our readers to the business owners in their community and the movers and shakers who are having an impact everywhere they go. We have featured literally hundreds of locals, including such recognizable names as Carol Stillwell, Ann Walsh, Cindy Zipf, Kim Guadagno, Nancy Zarriello, Bobby Ciasulli, and the Reichnitzes.

school and sports Whether it’s pictures of graduation, keeping you up to date on the latest student or faculty accomplishments, or cheering on the winning teams, we take our coverage of local schools and all things sports very seriously. So much so that we have been able to offer profiles of national treasures such as Bernie Williams, Jim Nance, Joe Theismann, Jessica Springsteen, Ashley Higginson, and local Olympian A.J. Muss.

we love them too We are animal lovers at CM, and whether we’re bringing you the story of Tiger King or ‘Lil Bub, highlighting Helping Heart Equine Rescue, or choosing our Pet Celebrity of the Year, every month we enjoy seeing your pets in one of our most popular features, Pet Celebrities.

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Ten Years In…and More CM Ahead CM Takes Ultra Local to New Heights

Ten years ago Vic Scudiery and Vin Gopal mulled over the idea of starting a local lifestyle magazine. There were others on the scene, it was an expensive endeavor, but Monmouth County offers so much and the two men knew they could create something unlike anything else in the marketplace. “When we first talked about a community magazine, with the many facets of magazine publishing. As we knew it was an uphill battle. Vin Gopal and many Carolyn describes it, the publishing industry “runs in others worked to get the funding off the ground in a her blood”. When Vin asked her to be Editor-in-Chief, time period when the economy was on a downward it was a natural fit. spiral,” recalled Vic. He then reflected on his feelings about CM and its evolution. “It is very reward- “I had worked for my family’s publishing business ing when I receive many great comments about CM since I was twelve,” shared Carolyn. Before CM was during the course of the week. It is a team effort, created, I had close to twenty years of publishing experience. The idea of being part of something new and I want to thank everyone who works with CM.” and shaping the future of what the magazine could “This has been an extraordinary journey and we hope do and be was too exciting to pass up.” to have many more decades to come,” added Vin. “It could not have been done without our outstanding Part of Carolyn’s experience was knowing a strong staff, and the hundreds of advertisers who support- design is key to a magazine’s success with readers. Enter Lori Donnelly, at the time in her mid-20’s, a deed us through the years.” signer who embraced the opportunity to be on the CM is currently the epitome of a team effort. ground floor of a magazine launch. Today, Carolyn However, the beginning staff was a small one, with (Editor-in-Chief), and Lori (Creative Director) are most of the operations handled by two young, mo- friends and colleagues who work closely together tivated women. Having an idea for a local magazine managing a staff of writers and designers. However, was the first step, and the easier part. Vic and Vin the friendship aspect was a process. knew it was the execution that would matter most. Fortunately, Vin and Carolyn Burtnick both grew up “At the beginning, we weren’t exactly the best of in Colts Neck and he knew she was well acquainted friends,” said Carolyn. “It took a while for us to build continued on next page >>

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"I love the fact that I get to meet my neighbors through CM and many have become friends as well; whether they are an advertiser or we are interviewing them for one of our features, I have met amazing people through the magazine,” said Carolyn Burtnick (middle) with Mark Cartier (left) and Stephanie Cartier at No Limits Cafe in Middletown.

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Most of the crew at Community Magazine (CM) pose after their Thanksgiving 2019 potluck (left to right) Erica Parker, Maria Connors, Lori Donnelly, Michelle Oller, Shirley St. Clair, Carolyn Burtnick, Alyssa Sirico, Susie Sefcik with son, Emmett, and Matt Anderson. the relationship we have now. Our work dynamic is built “I have developed great friendships here that will last on respect and trust. As a co-worker, Lori is the yin to forever,” said Lori. “Working with talented, like-minded my yang, we are two opposites who definitely balance designers and writers who share the same passions as I each other out.” do makes working on the magazine a labor of love, if not an outright joy.” “When we first met, we fought about almost everything there was to fight about,” added Lori. “Our common As the publishing industry changes, the magazine ground was how intensely we wanted CM to succeed. We adapts and finds new ways to connect with readers. CM bonded over our work ethic and passion.” will continue to create a thoughtfully designed, compelling lifestyle magazine both in print and in a digital forLori laughed as she recalled it didn’t hurt that Carolyn mat, but a newly designed website is making room for supplied her with lots of coffee during the overnight expanded coverage of current events and a place to redeadlines. As the two grew to understand one another visit past issues and interesting people and events. and the stress that is publishing, the team around them grew as well. Some CM contributors are new in the of- “The industry changes so rapidly and we really have to fice, others like Maria Connors, Shirley St. Clair, and be responsive to how readers like to consume their conSusan Murphy, have been there since day one. Much of tent,” explained Lori. “This needs to be considered, all CM’s continued success is derived from the unique tal- while maintaining the intimate feel that our readers ents of the designers (Erica Parker, Art Director, joined have come to love.” CM in 2012; Olivia Mazanec, Senior Designer, joined CM in 2014; and Alyssa Sirico, Graphic Design Assistant, joined And what our readers love best is knowing everything CM in 2019), Feature & Marketing Directors (LiliAnn there is to know about life in Monmouth County and the Paras, joined CM in 2013 & Cathy Padilla, joined CM in people who live here. We Know Local Matters – it’s not 2017), photographers (Tom Zapcic, began collaborating just a tagline, it’s the way we do business. We all live and with CM in 2018; Carmela Caracappa, began collaborat- work in Monmouth County, are active in the community, ing with CM in 2019; and Melissa Amorelli, began collab- and we each know firsthand the importance of local. In orating with CM in 2017) and marketing advisors. But this tenth anniversary issue we’re taking a look back at intangible factors-friendships and respect- were men- some of the many notable people and organizations that tioned by all when asked separately about the rewards have graced our pages. Everyone at CM is grateful for our many advertisers, our community leaders, the peoof working with the magazine. ple who have trusted us to tell their stories, and most of all to you, our loyal readers. Here’s to the next ten! 34

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Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Gala Co-Chairs Teri O’Connor and Tom Hayes, and CEO Eileen Higgins helped generate community support to benefit new virtual programming and other activities to help local girls thrive. Photo Credit: John Vitollo

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore gala honorees (left to right) Dr. Janice Warner, Dana Lancellotti, Frances Keane, Bob McLane (accepting Community Partner Award for Lakewood BlueClaws), Anne M. Davis, and Christine Giordano Hanlon. Photo Credit: John Vitollo

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Supporters Raise $130,000 to Fuel Leadership Programs to Help Girls Thrive in Pandemic

Nearly 150 supporters gathered at an outdoor benefit given by the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. Proceeds from the event will help support new virtual Girl Scout programs created in response to COVID-19 and underwrite membership fees for girls facing financial hardships. “Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore is thankful for our community’s strong response,” said Eileen Higgins, Chief Executive Officer of the organization, which serves more than 10,000 girls in Monmouth and Ocean counties. “The generous support will enable us to provide high-quality programming that gives girls opportunities to build leadership skills and to work together in new ways that meet the needs of families during this unprecedented time.” The focal point of the gala was celebrating the achievements of seven inspiring community leaders, who Higgins said reflect the “go-getter” spirit of Girl

Scouts. Honorees were introduced via video by Girl Scouts who have earned the prestigious Gold Award and those on their way to achieving this top Girl Scout honor. Presented with the Women of Distinction award were: Anne M. Davis, an attorney with offices in Brick; Christine Giordano Hanlon, Monmouth County clerk; Frances Keane, vice president of human resources, CentraState Healthcare System, and past chairwoman of the Girl Scouts Board of Directors; Dana Lancellotti, director of business development and tourism, Ocean County; and Dr. Janice Warner, provost, Georgian Court University. The Lakewood BlueClaws, an affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, and longtime supporter of Girl Scouts, received the Community Partner Award. Wayne Boatwright, vice president of diversity and inclusion at Hackensack Meridian Health, was honored as this year’s Man Enough to be a Girl Scout.

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Boatwright was unable to attend because of a death in his family. “We are truly honored to recognize exemplary leaders in our community who live the Girl Scout mission of making the world a better place by leading with courage, confidence, and character,” Higgins said. Kristen Miller, chief development officer for Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, attributed the event’s success to the hard-working volunteer committee led by Co-Chairs Teri O’Connor, board chairperson and Monmouth County administrator, and Tom Hayes, director of consumer and community relations at New Jersey Natural Gas. “Our children are going through a difficult time,” said Higgins. “But we’re here to give girls from all backgrounds opportunities to learn, have fun, make friends, and make the world a better place.” For more information on supporting or joining Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, visit GSFun.org

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When you meet her, you instantly like her and feel empowered by her energy and cando attitude. She’s an athlete, a Sports Medicine Physician, a wife and mother, and very involved in several local nonprofits. She’s also the International Team Physician for USA Volleyball/FIVB since 2009 and has traveled to Peru, Guatemala, Canada, and Cuba in support of Team USA. But locally you may know her as the founder of Team Vienna, because behind her beautiful, bright smile is a mom learning to deal with unimaginable grief by working to make sure it stops happening to other children. Meet your neighbor, Dr. Denise Wunderler.

Who I am: Dr. Denise Wunderler, DO, FAOASM Sports Medicine physician. I live in Holmdel with my husband, Dr. Mike Savino. I’m a mom to three wonderful kids, two on Earth, one in Heaven. Vienna died on November 12, 2017 at 2.8 years old of Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC). My nonprofit: Team Vienna 4 SUDC Awareness, Inc. We were incorporated on what should have been Vienna’s fourth birthday on Jan 19, 2019. Officially gained 501c3 nonprofit status in March 2019. Our website: Vienna. team. Why I started Team Vienna: My sweet, healthy, toddler Vienna Carly Savino died suddenly. I originally created Team Vienna as part of the Run with the Royals 5K in Sea Bright to benefit children’s school programs, to honor my Vienna. I thought only 20 people would join, but almost 300 signed up! Team Vienna eventually evolved into a 501c3 nonprofit a year later so we could elevate all the projects to a higher level to make a much larger impact on awareness, education, and research. Vienna was two months short of her third birthday when she fell asleep while watching TV at home and never woke up. Her death was categorized as SUDC, Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood, which is the sudden, unexpected death of a child (1 to 18 years old) that is still unexplained after a thorough investigation, autopsy, and medical record review. Even her genetics study (as part of research) did not reveal a cause of death. Despite my husband and I being physicians, shockingly we never heard of SUDC. No one we knew ever heard of SUDC, but everyone heard of SIDS (unexplained deaths in babies under one year old).

SUDC is not in the educational curriculum at any level for physicians. Realizing very quickly how SUDC is greatly unknown in the medical community and general public, I sought out to change that, and educate the world about Vienna’s story and SUDC, so ultimately, the daily torture of losing a child can be spared from other families. Hopefully all these Vienna projects will ignite more SUDC research to uncover causes so it can be prevented one day. Our family is enrolled in three separate research studies in an attempt to understand SUDC and uncover the reason for Vienna’s death, which will hopefully shed light on other kids’ deaths.

Dr. Denise Wunderler, DO, FAOASM with her family in 2017.

What sets my charity apart from others: I am very passionate about the legacy of my daughter Vienna and telling her story to educate the medical community and general public. I am willing to think outside the box to inspire more people to care about this cause and draw more attention. I even played guitar and sang the first verse of my daughter’s song, I Think About You (Song for Vienna), before presenting my TED-style talk at a national physicians conference in Baltimore. Doctors don’t do that!

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(Dr. Denise Wunderler wrote a message to Vienna a few months after she died, and then two months later texted the words to Ray Andersen, Vienna’s favorite musician. Within days, he created music to the words and performed the song) My next goal: National TV coverage and a documentary about Vienna’s story and SUDC. My friends have suggested I write an autobiography. Best life tips to share: I have many! Be the most positive person you know. Never give up on your dreams, you’ll regret the things you didn’t do more than the things you did. Don’t allow others to dissuade you from your dreams. Many times, not having a travel plan will give you the best adventures you could never plan. Also travel solo if you can, you will learn a lot about yourself. Good luck is when hard work meets opportunity. Plan your work and work your plan. The biggest influence on my life: My amazing parents who have been married for almost 60 years. They gave me the stable foundation growing up that allowed me to dream, work hard, fail, and achieve whatever goals I set out for myself, including playing collegiate basketball, getting into medical school, driving solo across the country multiple times, completing a month clinical rotation in rural Alaska taking care of Yup’ik Eskimo natives, summitting a 16,000-foot peak in Nepal, summiting Mt. Hood (Oregon volcano), and riding my snowboard down the Great Sand Dunes in Colorado. For the full interview, visit CommunityMagazineNJ.com.

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Moonlight Movies at iPlay America Every Thursday & Friday iPlay America Everyone’s favorite films will play in iPlay America’s parking lot beginning at sunset (close to 8:15 PM). Gates open at 7 PM for cars to get the best spots and order food and drinks from iPlay America’s Game Time Bar & Grill. Food may be ordered in advance, and Bring Your Own Snack Passes – which allow guests to enter with their own food – may be purchased as well. More info, visit iPlayAmerica.com/moonlight-movies. Polo Classic September 13 at 2 PM Bucks Mill Park – Upper Polo Field, Colts Neck Presented by the Colts Neck Business Association, enjoy a polo match including a best tailgate and best hat contest, halftime divot stomp and awards ceremony, all to support local first responders and the restoration of riding and walking trails. Tickets are $20 in advance, $30 at the door, kids under 12 are free. Get your tickets at coltsneckbusiness.org today! Taste of Atlantic Highlands Walking Tour September 20 from 12 PM to 4 PM This event is a fantastic way to experience the eclectic atmosphere and unique restaurants and businesses along the First Avenue Business District. You will enjoy samples from each participant, and special sales and promotions from stores along the route. Adults tickets are $45.00 each, children’s tickets are $10.00 each. Tickets may be purchased at ahchamber.org. 41st Annual Education Open Golf Outing September 24 – All Day Outing Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club The shotgun start begins at 11:30 a.m. Proceeds will benefit the Invest in Student Success Scholarship fund of Brookdale Community College Foundation. At the awards dinner, honored will be Front Line Brookdale Alumni Nichole Schumann and Jorge Terreros, in recognition for their service and commitment to helping others impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. To participate, visit brookdalecc.edu. Boys & Girls Club Superhero Power Hour October 1 from 7 PM to 8 PM Special guest and long-time Club supporter Ming Chen of AMC’s “Comic Book Men” will share hosting duties with the Club’s Executive Director, Douglas Eagles. Guests of the event, which is sponsored in part by iStar, will be treated to a fun and

action-packed hour with superhero special appearances, prizes, a craft cocktail demonstration from Asbury Park Distilling’s resident mixologist, and an up-close look at the work BGCM is doing right now. More info at bgcmonmouth.org. Collier Youth Services Golf & Tennis Classic October 5 Proceeds support Collier Youth Services’ unique special education programs, residential homes for young women, and recreational programs for financially disadvantaged children. Golfers enjoy on-course contests including a Holein-One Contest for a new car courtesy of Freehold Dodge Subaru, Seacoast Chevrolet, and All American Ford. Tennis anyone? Come out and enjoy a Doubles Round Robin Format Tournament with prizes and awards! Reserve your spot at birdease.com/CYS2020 Ocean Grove’s Fall Harvest Festival October 10th from 10 AM to 4 PM More than 200 crafters and artisans, live music by Jo Wymer & Band and Chuck Lambert Blues on Main Avenue, Pilgrim Pathway and Auditorium Square Park in Ocean Grove. This event is rain or shine. Free admission. More info at oceangrovenj. com. New Jersey Hall of Fame October 18 The New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) Class of 2019-2020 is a who’s who of some of the Garden State’s best and brightest. The 12th annual induction ceremony will be a one-hour virtual prerecorded ceremony that will be broadcast on several television, radio, and prominent social media platforms throughout New Jersey. For more info, visit njhalloffame.org. Comedy Night with Mike Marino October 22 from 6 PM to 9 PM Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club To benefit Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide, join in for a hilariously good time featuring stand-up comedian Mike Marino. Marino, originally from New Jersey, has performed around the world. His comedic style has landed him guest appearances on The Tonight Show as a regular sketch player, The Martin Short Show, Canada’s Comedy TV, The Boomer Show, Wild Pitch, and Hand Held Comedy Radio. More info and tickets at sptsusa.org.

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Under a sweltering summer sun and the occasional thunderstorm, Richard and Douglas Veit spent a couple of days digging square pits alongside the remains of a 19th Century smokehouse on the grounds of the Taylor-Butler House in Middletown. The smokehouse, built into a small hillside just north of the grand Italianate mansion colloquially known as Orchard Home, was largely neglected when the Monmouth County Historical Association (MCHA) acquired the grounds in 1999. MCHA is planning to restore the smokehouse, once an integral part of the home’s domestic landscape, thanks to generous grants from the 1772 Foundation, in cooperation with the New Jersey Historic Trust and the Monmouth County Historical Commission. “Most 19th Century smokehouses are long gone by now, so MCHA is fortunate to have this opportunity,” said Joe Zemla, MCHA’s associate curator. “We are very appreciative of the work done by Rich and Douglas Veit in helping us preserve this unique piece of history.” In 1853, Joseph Dorset Taylor and his wife Mary Holmes Taylor left their New York home to return to the ancestral Taylor family farm, located on present-day King’s Highway in Middletown Village Historic District. Here, they built Orchard Home. At the time of its construction the Taylor residence was considered the finest in Middletown, graced with all the modern amenities of the pre-Civil War era. Situated on acres of pristine orchard, the estate was equipped with a service courtyard, complete with an array of outbuildings such as an icehouse, a two-story privy, and a brick smokehouse, the latter being the traditional means of curing and storing meats prior to the advent of electric refrigeration. “Restoring the smokehouse will give visitors insight into the day-to-day workings of the household and the lives of the servants employed by the Taylor family,” said Meg Sharp Walton, Executive Director of MCHA. “We are grateful to the 1772 Foundation and the Monmouth County Historical Commission for making the restoration possible.” The test excavations at the base of the structure were able to determine that the foundation is indeed stable despite outward appearances. As an added bonus, several 19th century artifacts were uncovered from the shovel pits, including shards of transfer-printed whiteware, cut nails, an animal rib, fragments of a glass inkwell, and the broken remains of a large glass bottle. Artifacts recovered near the Taylor Butler smokehouse, including a fragmentary inkwell, blue transfer-printed whiteware, and an unidentified animal rib.

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Dr. Richard Veit, Professor of Anthropology and Chair of the Department of History and Anthropology at Monmouth University, and his son, Douglas Veit, made another intriguing discovery just a few yards from the smokehouse, where shovel tests confirmed the location of a former underground icehouse. Prior to home refrigeration, outdoor icehouses were insulated with straw or sawdust to keep freshly cut river ice frozen throughout the warmer months. This structure was revealed to be much larger than previously estimated, with a diameter of roughly 20 feet. Dr. Veit noted that the size of the icehouse at Orchard Home is unique, as it is uncharacteristic of others found in Monmouth County. Since its founding in 1898, MCHA has enriched the quality of life in Monmouth County by preserving its heritage for future generations. It is the Association’s mission to “preserve and celebrate the history of Monmouth County for all.” The largest history-focused private non-profit organization in New Jersey, MCHA operates a museum, archives, and research library at its headquarters in Freehold in addition to owning and/or operating five historic house museums located throughout the county that tell the story of the founding of the country. MCHA brings history to life and engages thousands of residents and businesses in the community each year through its insightful and meaningful programs and exhibitions. Though the Association’s properties are currently closed due to the pandemic, visitors are welcome to visit the grounds of Orchard Home and MCHA’s other historic properties. Orchard Home is available to rent for private events. Please visit MCHA’s website for rental information and for updates on reopening plans at MonmouthHistory.org.

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Rumson Fair-Haven High School Names New Principal demonstrated that he is a creative problem solver, a hard worker, and makes great connections with students and parents. I look forward to partnering with Mr.Pfister to continue to write RFH’s next chapter of success.” Pfister will join the RFH team early in the school year. He holds a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics. Besides teaching, Pfister also served as a coach, and advisor during his tenure at RFH,and is excited to rejoin the school community. “It is an honor and privilege to return to Rumson and Fair Haven as the next principal,” said Pfister. “I look forward to reconnecting with the dedicated students, families, staff, administration, and community members that make the RFH school community so special.”

Kevin Pfister was appointed as Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School’s new principal.

Kevin Pfister, who began his career at Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH), has been approved as the next principal for the school according to Superintendent Debra Gulick. Pfister is currently the acting principal at Mountain Lakes High School in Morris County. The search for a new principal began when Dr. Tracy Handerhan, who served as Principal at RFH for 13 years, accepted appointment as the Superintendent of Wall Township School District. The search included the input of the community, parents, students, and faculty. After reviewing dozens of applications, a comprehensive multi-round interview process took place. “It was clear that Mr. Pfister would bring a fresh outlook to RFH,” said Gulick. “During the search and selection process, in addition to his passion for RFH, Mr. Pfister consistently

Pictured after Kevin Pfister’s appointment as RFH Principal at the Board of Education meeting in late July are (left to right) RFH Athletic Director and Interim Principal, Chris Lanzalotto; Board of Education President, Annie McGinty,; Kevin Pfister; and Superintendent Debra Gulick.

Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Recognized as a Common Sense School Common Sense, the national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids and families thrive in a world of media and technology, has recognized Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) as a Common Sense School. With the current situation and reliance on virtual teaching tools, RFH’s commitment to digital literacy for its students and the community couldn’t be timelier. RFH has demonstrated its commitment to taking a wholecommunity approach to preparing its students to think critically and use technology responsibly to learn, create, and participate while preparing them for the perils that exist in the online realm, such as plagiarism, loss of privacy, and cyberbullying. With the right support, kids can take ownership of their digital lives, engage with real issues, and change their communities for the better. The recognition acknowledges the school’s commitment to creating a culture of digital citizenship. “We applaud the faculty and staff of Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School for embracing digital citizenship as an important part of their students’ education,” said Liz Kline, vice president of education programs at Common Sense Education. “Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School deserves high praise for giving its students the foundational skills they need to compete and succeed in the 21st-century workplace and participate ethically in society at large.” RFH has been stressing the necessity of digital literacy for years but has been using Common Sense Education’s 50

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he Brookdale Community College Foundation will host the 41st Annual Education Open Golf Outing on September 24 at Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club in Farmingdale. The shotgun start begins at 11:30 a.m. Proceeds will benefit the Invest in Student Success Scholarship fund. “With these scholarships and grants, many students earn their associate degree at Brookdale, transfer to four-year institutions to achieve their undergraduate degrees or start their careers after completing a certificate program at Brookdale,” said Timothy Zeiss, Executive Director of the Foundation. “Our supporters, donors, and sponsors are helping hundreds of students to achieve their academic and professional goals.” Front Line Brookdale Alumni Nichole Schumann and Jorge Terreros will be honored at the awards dinner in recognition for their service and commitment to helping others impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Jorge Terreros started as a student at Brookdale Community College in the Business Administration program and graduated in 2004. He went on to pursue his degree from Rutgers and is presently working on his master’s degree. He has been working at Brookdale in many departments including in Registration, as an Academic Advisor, Student Success Coach, and he is presently the Director of the Branch Campus in Freehold. Jorge is being honored for what he has done for Brookdale, its students, and his fam-

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