LADACIN Network Holds

42nd Annual Rosebud Gala

LAKEWOOD – LADACIN Network held its 42nd Annual Rosebud Gala at the Sheraton Eatontown Hotel on April 1. The premier fundraising event benefitted LADACIN Network’s programs and services for individuals with disabilities. Guests enjoyed elegant hors d’oeuvres, an extraordinary gourmet dinner, dancing, a fabulous auction, and an awards ceremony that paid tribute to the 2023 Rosebud Honorees thanking them for their continued efforts and contributions to the Agency. It was a memorable evening with close to 220 guests attending and raising more than $192,000.

In recognition of their long-time support of LADACIN Network and of its mission, Lennar was honored as the Rosebud Gala Corporate Honoree. The Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh Belmar and the Pipes and Drums of the Jersey Shore Shillelagh Belmar, Jonathan Berger and Sean O’Sullivan were Humanitarian Honorees and Bonnie Hogan, Neptune received the Power of One award.

Co-chairing the event was LADACIN Network’s Board of Trustees Vice President, Victor Sbailo, Barnegat, and Margaret Winkelman, Howell. Carl Craft, host of 95.9 WRAT’s “Morning RAT Race”, served as Master of Ceremonies, and music was provided by Jack Goodman’s Orchestras.

Over 100 prizes were displayed at the auction and guests were excited about the

– Photo courtesy LADACIN chance to win. Many bidding wars took place in an attempt to secure the coveted prizes! When dinner and the award presentations concluded, guests filled the dance floor for the remainder of the evening. Leading the event’s underwriting efforts were LADACIN Network’s Annual Corporate Sponsors: Premier Benefactors; CWR Wholesale Distribution, World Insurance Associates LLC, Elite Benefactor; Turning Point Restaurants, Benefactors; Beasley Media Group – 95.9 WRAT & 100.1 WJRZ, New Jersey Natural Gas, Diamond Guardian Sponsors; LENNAR,TF Produce, and Willis Towers Watson, Gold Guardian Sponsors; Aetna, Hospital for Special Surgery, OceanFirst Bank, Packaging and Distribution Resources, Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services, Rizco, and TD Bank.

LADACIN Network provides a continuum of care, including educational, therapeutic, social, residential and support services to infants, children and adults with complex physical and developmental disabilities or delays, including child care and pre-school, early intervention, school programs, adult day programs, vocational training, supported employment, residential options, and respite programs. Today LADACIN serves over 3,500 individuals and families in 14 locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

Vintage Postcard Display

LACEY – All are welcome to join the Lacey Historical Society for a special postcard exhibition at their monthly meeting May 1 at 7 p.m. A brief history of postcards will be discussed. There is no fee for this program, and you are welcome to display your own collection. Doors will be open at 6:30 p.m.

Historically, postcards were a reasonable, quick and easy way to keep in touch. Many are so lovely they can be considered art. The Society meets at the Old Schoolhouse Museum, 126 South Main Street, (Route 9) in Forked River. They are located behind Mrs. Walker’s Ice Cream Shop. Email questions to Laceyhistorical@gmail.com.