Around the JerSey Shore The Arc, Ocean County Chapter Catalyst Awards Honors Community

TOMS RIVER – The Arc, Ocean County Chapter recognized 12 award recipients from the community at this year’s Catalyst Awards on March 16 at the Toms River Clarion celebrating their commitment and dedication to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Ocean County.

Congratulations to the following The Arc Catalyst Award Winners:

• Bill Sackter Citizenship AwardLeonard “Butch” Reuter

• Spotlight Award - Dan Governale, Barlo, Governale & Associates, LLC

• Distinguished Municipal Leader Award - Brick Township Construction, Dan Newman

• Distinguished Community Service Award - Atlantic Shore Pines Campground

• Employer of the Year - Maple Holistics

• Support Coordinator of the YearKrystle Jeannot, Disability Services & Advocacy LLC

• Healthcare Professional of the Year

- Michelle McNicholas, Our Family Practice

• Employee of the Year - Ruben Borrero

• Employee of the Year - Darrick Elam

• Employee of the Year - Denise Pellecchia

• Newcomer of the Year - Robert Cairns

• Newcomer of the Year - Karen Santosuosso

The Catalyst Awards was an opportunity to honor our employees, business partners, and the individuals we support who go above and beyond to serve the mission of The Arc and make a real impact on the lives of people with disabilities.

The evening included a cocktail reception, super raffle, and silent auction which raised $23,000 with proceeds benefiting The Arc, Ocean County Chapter’s programs and support services. To support the event, visit arcocean.org.

Paws In The Park

BERKELEY – Commissioner Virgin - ia E. Haines announces that the Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will be hosting their Paws in the Park at the Ocean County Fairgrounds, located at Robert J. Miller Airpark at 901 Route 530, Berkeley Township, on June 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Ocean County Parks and Recreation, as well as various dog related vendors, shelters/rescues, trainers, veterinari - ans, etc. will be tabling and providing demonstrations and information for event-goers. The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department will also be present to assist in the Child Registry Program.

Dog related vendors, shelters, etc. are welcome to contact Marc Steuer at 732-506-9090, ext. 5950 for more details. There is no vendor fee or admittance fee to the public.