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Nothing says holiday tradition like homemade Italian struffoli. The whole family gathered around singing holiday songs and rolling fresh struffoli for the holidays. In the Livoti household this has become a tradition for over 50 years. The recipe was passed down generations from there grandparents in Sicily. Start your own family tradition this year with your family and friends with this exciting recipe provided by the Livoti family.

Struffoli

Nonna Livoti’s STRUFFOLI: • 3 cups flour • 2 tablespoons sugar • zest of half a lemon, grated • zest of half an orange, grated • pinch salt • 4 eggs • 2 tablespoons butter • 1 teaspoon vanilla • 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder • oil for frying

1. In a mixing bowl mix all ingredients for the struffoli.

HONEY SYRUP: • 1 1/2 cups of honey • ½ cup of sugar • 2 tablespoons water

7. With a draining spoon place them in dishes over a paper towel, also use paper towel between each layer so it will absorb the oil.

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2. Work it like a regular dough, not too soft. 3. Take a small golf ball sized piece at a time, with your hands roll it into a long strip adding a little flour to your hands so it makes it easy to roll it. 4. With knife cut in small pieces, roll them into balls, sprinkle a little flour on it and set in trays. 5. In a pot add the frying oil, when hot, start to fry them a portion at a time, whatever the pot holds. 6. Continue stirring the Struffoli until light brown.

8. When all done frying, prepare another pot and melt honey over medium heat. 9. Drop in the “struffoli” , small portions at a time, same as when you fry them. 10. Stir a little, let them flavor in the honey, 11. Platter the struffoli in a pyramid shape and top with sprinkles and Jordan almonds

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Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in Monmouth County.

Apple pie a la mode is the inspiration for a tasty cocktail that’s ideal for your holiday celebrations.

Local Buzz

Wine + Spirits

health news

When the assets in your investment portfolio get out of whack, rebalancing can put them right—and protect your future.

Facts and insights you can use, ranging from yoga to greens to napping.

tastes

Endlessly versatile, soup is suitable for any season and every occasion. These six intriguing recipes are guaranteed to satisfy.

Financial Balance

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WELCOME LETTER

A YEAR MARKED BY EXCELLENCE ANOTHER HOLIDAY SEASON IS UPON US, AND at Monmouth Medical Center we have much to celebrate. Monmouth Medical Center offers award-winning medical care, and 2015 was a very productive year that was highlighted by our being among just 17 New Jersey hospitals named to The Joint Commission’s recently published annual list of “Top Per formers” in the U.S. Monmouth has been consistently recognized since the Top Per former on Key Quality Measures® program was introduced in 2011. Recognition of Top Per former hospitals occurs in the fall of each year and coincides with the publication of The Joint Commission’s annual report entitled America’s Hospitals: Improving Quality and Safety. Excellent care is something all patients expect and deser ve. Hospitals work hard to achieve Top Per former status—it is not an easy goal to reach; it takes the knowledge, teamwork and dedication of the entire hospital staff. The Joint Commission’s Top Per former on Key Quality Measures® program honors hospitals that demonstrate excellent per formance on evidence-based process of care measures. Also, it is intended to encourage hospitals to consistently improve their per formance on accountability measures by publicly recognizing those that ultimately achieve excellence in this arena. The ultimate goal is to improve the care provided to patients in all aspects addressed by these accountability measures. Additionally, Monmouth Medical Center, which was chosen “the Best of the Best” Hospital in the Asbury Park Press 2015 Readers Choice Awards, has recently been recognized with a number of other quality awards, including recertification through The Joint Commission’s Disease-Specific Care Certification Program for its comprehensive breast cancer treatment and hip/knee/spine programs and for the care of advanced primary stroke, cardiac rehab and acute cardiac syndrome. It is enormously gratifying for me as president and chief executive officer to conclude each year of my administration by celebrating our ongoing success. From the Monmouth family to yours, I wish you the happiest of holiday seasons and the healthiest of new years.

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It needn’t cost a fortune to prepare your home for Ol’ Man Winter, says Nick Blassmann, a New Jersey–based home improvement expert with Home Depot. “There’s a lot you can do for less than $100 that can save you $300–$400 on heating bills,” he says. These steps can also help you be comfier and more planet-friendly: Plug leaks. Check doors, windows and ducts for drafts. Caulking and sealing leaks is critical. “About 40 percent of heat is lost because of leaks,” says Blassmann. Make sure basement windows have window well covers. And don’t forget electrical outlets on exterior walls. For less than $3 you can buy a pack of covers that will keep air out. Wrap your water heater. Wicked cold affects your water heater, especially if it’s in a shed in your backyard. Put a blanket around it to help it stay warmer and not have to work so hard. Insulate. Brave a trip to the attic to make sure insulation is at least 16 inches thick. Blassmann also advises insulating pipes under sinks. “Don’t let them freeze,” he warns. Leave cabinet doors open occasionally so warm air flows in. Set and forget. Invest in a programmable thermostat, which allows you to set certain temperatures for certain times of the day and days of the week. You can program it to automatically lower the temperature when you’re at work, for example. Change filters. Heater filters should be changed every 30 days, says Blassmann. When they’re dirty they have to work harder, shortening their life span. Clear gutters. Make like Santa and go up on the roof, clearing gutters before torrential rains and blizzards come. “Clogged gutters can cause water and ice to build up, which creates problems,” says our expert. Blassmann says many people are shy about admitting what they don’t know and do things like apply weather stripping incorrectly. “Just ask,” he says. “We will be happy to help.” There are Home Depot stores in Freehold (732.625.3000), Hazlet (732.264.1661), Howell (732.409.9996), Marlboro (732.617.7102), Neptune (732.922.6580) and West Long Branch (732.935.0100).

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Ocean Township native Emily Chapman relished her recent victory over celebrity chef Robert Irvine in the final round of competition on the Food Network’s Chopped: Impossible. But the humble 27-year-old, a graduate of Brookdale Community College’s Culinary Education Center, hasn’t let success go to her head. “Being able to bring pride and happiness to my hometown and to my school is what really matters,” she says. “I’m most happy that I didn’t let my supporters down.” Chapman, a sous chef at the hip Charlie Bird in Manhattan, lives in Brooklyn now, but she holds onto her memories of Monmouth County. “I remember riding bikes in the neighborhood with friends, hiking in the woods and exploring, as well as visiting the Tinton Center after school to split a roast beef sub,” she says. Growing up in a close-knit family introduced her to cooking. “Mom was always there to teach us when my sister and I were curious enough to ask,” says Chapman, who started experimenting with recipes around age 15. “Cooking was a part

of our home. My grandmother still cooks; she makes the best shortbread cookies. But my mother is giving her a run for her money with tomato sauce. And my father is the master of the grill.” As for the Monmouth County food scene, Chapman has seen it change over the years. “Fine dining is on the decline, which I’m not sure is necessarily a bad thing,” she says. “I believe that food just needs to be delicious. I don’t care if it’s served on a paper plate or on fine china.” —Sheryl Nance-Nash

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Dogs: Zeus and Zena, 6 years old, yellow Labrador and black Labrador Owners: The Geyer Family of Matawan “I will never forget the day my dad brought home not one but two puppies,” Samantha Geyer says. “Our family has been complete ever since.” These inseparable siblings were born in the same litter, but have two very different personalities. “Zeus loves to play fetch with his beloved tennis ball at Holmdel Park, while Zena loves exploring the trails and finding her way into some mischief,” she says.The two pooches also adore meeting new people on their daily walks, especially when their new friends pet them. Think your furry friend is the cutest in Monmouth County? Send us a picture of you and your pooch and we may publish it! Email editor@wainscotmedia.com.

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Yoga does a heart good

The percentage increase in the amount of fruits and veggies purchased at the supermarket among shoppers who ate a healthy snack before heading to the grocery store.

Sure, yoga can increase flexibility and improve balance. But did you know that it can reduce the risk of heart disease just as much as conventional exercise? According to research, yoga participants lowered their low-density (bad) cholesterol by 12 points.

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A couple of half-hour naps can reverse the effects of a poor night’s sleep.

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Forget about beating the clock

People who set arbitrary time limits on their tasks were less happy than people who didn’t. Of course, real work deadlines can’t be ignored, but living by the clock shouldn’t be the norm. —Journal of Personality and Social Psychology

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Added pounds have been associated with a higher risk of a brain cancer known as meningioma. Being overweight upped the risk of developing this cancer by 21 percent; and obesity increased the risk by 54 percent.

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Feed your mind with greens

Folks who eat one to two daily servings of leafy greens had the cognitive ability of someone 11 years younger. —Rush University Medical Center

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WEforum Appoints 2016 Wellness Ambassadors Monmouth Medical Center, a Barnabas Health facility, recently announced it’s inaugural WEforum, a Women’s Health and Wellness Conference to be held on April 20, 2016 at the Ocean Place Resort and Spa in Long Branch. A female-led organization, WEforum’s mission is to strengthen the health and wellness of communities within New Jersey. WEforum targets women because they’re often the guardians of health maintenance for their families, as well as for themselves. Capsulizing the deeper mission of WEforum is their tagline,

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Shown with the electromagnetic navigation platform used to biopsy lung lesions is the team that leads the new procedure at Monmouth Medical Center: from left, nurse Elaine McKane, clinical director of the Cranmer Surgery Center; respiratory therapist Terri Price; respiratory therapist Lisa Porth, regional director of Respiratory Care Services; anesthesiologist Michael Flashburg, M.D.; and pulmonologist Chandler D. Patton, M.D.

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of the medical center. “We decided this one would be best for our patients. The big advantage of this system is that it allows us to biopsy much smaller lesions than was possible before, which possibly means earlier diagnosis and staging of lung cancer—and hopefully better outcomes.” Early diagnosis of lung cancer can be a lifesaver, says Dr. Patton, who notes that he recently completed a case in which he found a 1-centimeter lesion that turned out to be cancerous. The disease causes more deaths in men and women than colon, breast and prostate cancers combined. If lung cancer is diagnosed at Stage III or IV, the five-year survival rate is only 15 percent. With early detection, however, there is an 88 percent survival rate at 10 years and a 92 percent survival rate with the immediate removal of the lesion. Prior to the recent development of electromagnetic navigation, as now recommended for use in ACCP guidelines, only 16 percent of lung cancer patients have been diagnosed at an early stage, when the cancer was still localized. The new navigational system shows the full dimensions of potentially cancerous lesions. Used in an operating room, it also allows a biopsy to be taken then and there. Laboratory equipment is brought into the room, so that an initial evaluation of the biopsy sample can be performed quickly, even though a full analysis still will be required. In some cases that means that if one biopsy sample is inconclusive, the medical team knows to take another biopsy right away—so that potentially precious time is not lost. Last September 30, Monmouth Medical Center pulmonologist Sharon Weiner, M.D., used the new navigation platform for the first time, assisted by Dr. Patton. The diagnostic procedure is performed in the medical center’s Cranmer Surgery Center, and participating team members include a pulmonologist, a chief pulmonary technician, a respiratory therapist, an operating room nurse, an anesthesiologist and a technician from the laboratory. “Today the tide has turned in our battle against lung cancer,” says Laurie Fenton Ambrose, president and CEO of Lung Cancer Alliance, a national organization that seeks to bring the benefits of responsible screening to those at risk. “We can and will continue to ensure adherence to the proven best practices to guide the screening, diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer.” For more information about this new technology, call the Lung Cancer Screening and Lung Nodule Program at 732.923.7966.

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On December 30, 2013, The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) issued its final recommendation approving the use of low-dose computed tomography (CT) screening for individuals at high risk for lung cancer. The recommendation set the stage for both public and private insurance coverage, and it’s expected to bring about a dramatic increase in lung cancer survival. The USPSTF’s high-risk populations include current and former smokers, ages 55–80, who have significant cumulative tobacco smoke exposure and have smoked within the last 15 years. Monmouth Medical Center is the first hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to be designated by the American College of Radiology (ACR) as a Lung Cancer Screening Center. Screening is handled by the medical center’s Leon Hess Cancer Center. Here are answers to four often-asked questions: 1. Who should be screened? Current and former smokers are at high risk; also, second-hand exposure to tobacco smoke may increase your risk. Talk to your doctor about whether CT screening may be right for you. 2. How is a CT scan different from a chest x-ray? A chest X-ray only shows the front and side views of your chest. A low-dose CT scan shows many crosssectional images from the top of your lungs to the bottom. A CT scan gives doctors a more complete picture of your lungs. 3. What happens during a CT scan? The CT machine is shaped like a big donut. A moving table slides you in and out of it in 20 seconds. During those seconds the machine revolves around you, taking pictures from many angles. No injections or medications are needed. It is a noninvasive procedure, and the amount of radiation used is low. 4. How much will the screening CT cost? If you qualify for the program, you will receive a free low-dose CT scan of the chest. If additional followup tests are needed, they are generally covered by insurance. If you have a lung nodule, you may also be eligible to be followed in our Lung Nodule Program. For more information or to make an appointment, call the Lung Cancer Screening and Lung Nodule Program at 732.923.7966.

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you know soup is a warm, nutritious pick-me-up, but it’s also full of surprises. Tonight, why not treat your family to one of these hearty choices?

Tomato Soup with smoked paprika and bacon serves 4–6

n 4 slices thick-cut bacon n 1 Tb. unsalted butter n 1 yellow onion, chopped n 2 cloves garlic, minced n 2 cans (28 oz. each) crushed tomatoes

n 3 Tbs. heavy cream n 1¼ tsp. smoked paprika n salt and freshly ground pepper In a large, heavy saucepan, fry the bacon over medium heat, turning once, until crispy, 8–10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels. Let cool, and then crumble. Add the butter to the pan and melt over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute until very soft, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Working in batches, puree the soup in a blender. Return to the saucepan and add the cream, paprika, and ½ tsp. salt. Return just to a boil, turn off the heat, taste and adjust the seasoning. Serve, topped with the bacon and a generous grinding of pepper.

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saffron fregola with seafood serves 4

n 1 tsp. saffron threads n ¼ cup dry white wine n 2 Tbs. olive oil n ½ lb. medium shrimp, shelled and deveined

n ½ lb. medium scallops, tough muscles removed n 1 small yellow onion, chopped n 2 cloves garlic, minced n 2 cups chicken broth n 1 cup fregola (Sardinian couscous) or Israeli couscous

n salt and freshly ground pepper n ½ lb. clams, scrubbed n 2 Tbs. minced flat-leaf parsley Crush the saffron in a bowl and add the white wine. Set aside. In a large, heavy pot, warm 1 Tb. of the oil over high heat. When the pan is very hot, add the shrimp and sear for 1 minute on each side. (Do not cook all the way through.) Transfer to a bowl. Add the scallops and sear for one minute on each side, also without cooking all the way through. Transfer to the bowl with the shrimp. Add the remaining 1 Tb. oil, onion and garlic to the same pot and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the saffron mixture and cook for 2 minutes. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Add the fregola, stir to combine, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the clams, discarding any that do not close to the touch. Cover the saucepan tightly and steam for 3 minutes. Remove the lid and quickly add the shrimp and scallops. Tightly cover the saucepan again and continue to cook just until the clams open and the shrimp and scallops are cooked through, about 3 minutes. Discard any unopened clams. Serve, sprinkled with the parsley.

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Squash soup with sage brown butter serves 4–6

n 1 butternut squash (2 lb.), peeled and diced n 3 Tbs. olive oil n salt and freshly ground pepper n 2 Tbs. unsalted butter n 1 yellow onion, chopped n 2 cloves garlic, minced n 4 cups vegetable broth For the SAGE BROWN BUTTER: n ¼ cup unsalted butter n 6 sage leaves OPTIONAL: n heavy cream for garnish Preheat the oven to 400˚F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss the squash with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on the prepared baking sheet and roast until tender, about 25 minutes. In a large, heavy pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the roasted squash and broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes to blend the flavors. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Working in batches, puree the soup in a blender. Return to the pot and season with salt and pepper. To make the sage brown butter, melt the butter in a small frying pan over low heat. Add the sage leaves and cook until the butter begins to brown and the sage is very aromatic, 3–4 minutes. Serve the soup drizzled with the brown butter, 1–2 sage leaves, and a swirl of cream, if desired.

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Sweet potato corn chowder with avocado serves 6

n 2 Tbs. olive oil n 1 small white onion, finely diced n 2 cloves garlic, minced n 2 tsp. ground cumin n ½ tsp. ground coriander n salt and freshly ground pepper n 2 sweet potatoes (1½ lb.), peeled and diced

n 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth n 1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced n 8 ears fresh corn, husks and silk removed and kernels cut from cobs, or 3½ cups thawed frozen corn kernels n 2 Tbs. minced cilantro n 1 ripe avocado, pitted, peeled and diced

n ½ cup sour cream (optional) In a large, heavy pot, warm the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the cumin, coriander and salt and pepper to taste and cook for 1 minute. Add the sweet potatoes, stir to coat, and cook for 3 minutes. Add the broth, bring to a boil, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer until the sweet potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Add the red pepper and corn and cook until the vegetables are tender, 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Puree half of the soup in a blender. Return to the pot. Stir in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper. Serve, garnished with the avocado and the sour cream if desired.

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White bean and ham soup serves 4–6

n 4 slices thick-cut bacon n ½ lb. cooked ham steak, cubed n 1 Tb. olive oil n 1 small yellow onion, diced n 3 cloves garlic, minced n 2 celery ribs, diced n 2 cups chicken broth n 2 cans (15 oz. each) white beans, drained

n salt and freshly ground pepper For the CORN BREAD CROUTONS:

n 1 Tb. unsalted butter n 1 small loaf corn bread, cut into ½-inch cubes Set a large, heavy pot over mediumhigh heat. Add the bacon and cook until crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Let cool, then crumble into bitesized pieces. Set aside in a bowl. Add the ham to the pot and cook, stirring often, until browned, about 4 minutes. Add the ham to the bowl with the bacon. Add the oil, onion, garlic and celery to the pot and saute until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the broth and beans and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Puree half of the soup in a blender. Return to the pot along with the ham and bacon and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. To make the corn bread croutons, in a frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the corn bread cubes and cook, turning once, until they are golden brown on both sides. Serve, topped with the croutons.

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turkey noodle soup with spinach serves 8–10

n 2 Tbs. olive oil n 1 yellow onion, chopped n 3 cloves garlic, minced n 3 carrots, peeled and finely diced

n 4 celery ribs, finely diced n 1½ Tbs. minced thyme n 8 cups chicken broth n ½ lb. wide egg noodles n 2½ cups shredded cooked turkey meat

n 2 cups packed spinach leaves n salt and freshly ground pepper In a large, heavy pot, warm the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery and thyme and saute until the carrots begin to soften, about 8 minutes. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook until al dente, about 5 minutes. Add the turkey and spinach and stir to combine. Simmer the soup for 5 minutes to blend the flavors. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

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Rarely a star on its own, this nutritious, nut-like grain is a great ensemble player. How often do you sit down to enjoy a bowl of barley? Seldom, perhaps. But as a can-do ingredient, this versatile grain— ranked fourth in a recent list of the world’s top cereal crops—is an unsung hero in the modern foodscape. It has a subtle, nut-like flavor, an appealing beady shape and a pasta-like consistency, and it’s surprisingly easy to incorporate into some of your favorite meals. Barley’s a sturdy utility performer that deserves to be in the spotlight.

Germany roughly tied for second place. Among U.S. states, Idaho—famous for potatoes—is also the barley champ. What distinguishes ordinary barley from barley malt, used in making beer and whiskey? Simply put, barley malt is grain that has been soaked and allowed to partially sprout, giving it a slightly sweeter flavor. But the process is anything but simple, and certain carefully

chosen strains of barley are known to be better for malting. BUY/STORE/SERVE The biggest consideration for the barley buyer is whether to choose a hulled or pearl variety. Pearl barley takes less time to cook, but the refining process it goes through means it’s not considered a whole grain. Hulled barley requires a bit more care, but because the bran layer is left intact it has more nutritional value and a deeper flavor. Whichever you choose, keep barley as dry as possible as you store it. Before boiling, give it a quick wash and let it sit in water for a bit. Adding barley to onions, carrots and beef stock in a soup is a great way to enhance texture; also, barley combines well with mushroom in dishes and makes an excellent addition to a kale and nut salad. Finally, in many recipes that call for rice or risotto, barley is an able understudy that can step in and play the part well. —HARRY DOWDEN

POWER UP Many healthy cereal options use barley as their base, and starting your morning with one of them does your heart a favor. The grain’s soluble fiber not only helps with digestion, but also contains beta-glucans that help lower total cholesterol levels by binding with bile acids to help remove those acids from the body. Research also shows that beta-glucans can boost the immune system and help protect against cancer. According to the U.S.D.A., a cup of cooked pearl barley contains 193 calories, just six of them from fat, and furnishes more than onethird of your daily requirement of iron. DID YOU KNOW? This member of the grass family was first grown as a crop more than 10,000 years ago, and there’s evidence of its production in what is now Sudan as early as 5000 B.C. Its sturdiness in cold weather allowed it to be cultivated millennia ago in Tibet, where it is an important crop to this day. Worldwide, more than 100 million tons of barley are produced annually, with Russia the top producer and France and

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Financial Balance

Time to fix the mix?

When the assets in your investment portfolio get out of whack, rebalancing can put them right— and protect your future.

“Don’t put all your eggs in one basket,” an old saying warns us, and there’s true wisdom there. If your balanced investment portfolio becomes too heavily concentrated in the “basket” of stocks and not enough in bonds—or vice versa—you could be putting your nest egg at greater risk than you intend. Rebalancing can help. It means redistributing funds among asset classes to get you back to your intended “target asset allocation”—the percentages of invested funds placed in categories such as stocks, bonds, money-market funds or cash. Says Ray Tenpenny, a Cranford-based regional sales executive at the online brokerage firm Merrill Edge: “Think of rebalancing as getting your portfolio back to the mix of investments you chose based on your risk tolerance and life priorities.” “Rebalancing helps ensure that you never take on unintended risk when one asset class outperforms another,” says financial planner Robert Taylor, vice president and senior branch manager for Fidelity Investments in Morristown. Suppose that two years ago, planning your investment strategy, you decided to put 60 percent of your funds in stocks and 40 percent in bonds. Then stocks went crazy. Now you find that because of the growth in the shares of stock you own, you have 63 percent of your money in stocks and just 37 percent in bonds. That would be fine if stocks always went up, or if stocks were always a better bet than bonds. But we know those things aren’t true. And if stocks now happen to zoom downward, your 63 percent puts you in greater danger than the old mix—the one you chose—would have. In this case, rebalancing means “you sell a portion of your stocks and buy more bonds to get the portfolio back to your desired level,” explains Robert Johnson, Ph.D., president and CEO of the financial services institution The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pa. “Rebalancing also forces you to buy assets that have

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recently underperformed and sell those that have recently done well. That discipline will provide great returns in the long run.” But before you take this action, be aware of any transaction costs you may have to pay to accomplish such a shift and figure those into your decision. If you rebalance too often, it could cost you more than the adjustments would be worth. Fortunately, some investment firms—especially with retirement accounts—offer free automatic rebalancing at specified intervals. There is also software that triggers a rebalance if a certain degree of change—say, 5 percent up or down—takes place in the percentage share allocated to a certain asset class. Is automatic rebalancing better? “It’s a personal preference,” says David Walters, a portfolio manager with Palisades Hudson Financial Group. “It may be easier, but many investors prefer a more customized approach that you can’t get from software.” How often to rebalance? It’s different for different people. “For the typical investor, in normal market conditions, annual rebalancing is likely very efficient,” says Johnson. “But in highly volatile market conditions it could be that you should rebalance more frequently.” Of course, rebalancing isn’t magic. By reducing your stock holdings from that 63 percent to 60 percent, you could limit your gains if stocks continue upward, warns Jim McCarthy, managing director of Directional Wealth Management in Rockaway. But long-term planning remains your best guide. Says Joshua Austin Scheinker, senior vice president/wealth management for Scheinker Investment Partners of Janney Montgomery Scott in Baltimore: “No one has been able to time markets, but with a disciplined approach you can help reduce your overall portfolio risk—and hopefully enhance returns.”

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to let us know where the best places to shop, eat and enjoy the town areâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and once again the votes poured in! Since we would never keep all of this information to ourselves, we gathered everyone together for the 7th annual Best of Monmouth Festival. On October 15th, 2015, many of the Readersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Choice winners as well as other local Monmouth professionals and over 1,500 guests gathered at The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel in Asbury Park for an extraordinary night. Guests were treated to a stunning Fall Fashion Preview of clothing and furs, fantastic giveaways and of course, delicious food and drinks. In the pages that follow we recount some of the highlights from the event and feature the companies that displayed their very best.

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HIGHLIGHTING BREAST HEALTH AWARENESS

DURING BEST OF MONMOUTH, Monmouth Medical Center’s newest breast surgeon, Dr. Manpreet K. Kohli, answered attendees’ questions about breast health and breast cancer, and staff members from the Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center were on hand to book mammogram appointments. One in eight women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer during her lifetime. The Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center at Monmouth Medical Center was established in 1994 to provide patients with clinically excellent and compassionate care in a supportive and comfortable setting that provides the very best in breast cancer detection and treatment. In 2010, the Wilentz Breast Center became the state’s first Certified Quality Comprehensive Breast Center of Excellence. In 2014 and 2015, the Wilentz Center also received the coveted Women’s Choice Award as one of America’s best breast

centers. The Women’s Choice Award helps women and their families by providing recommendations they can trust when making health care choices. Recommendations are the single most important consideration used by women in selecting a hospital or care center, and when women know which breast centers in their area are among America’s best, they can make better decisions and smarter healthcare choices. The Wilentz Breast Center earned the Women’s Choice award by having met the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) standards from the American College of Surgeons. As one of America’s Best Breast Centers, the Wilentz Breast Center also carries the Seal of the American College of Radiologists as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, and scored above-average on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services patient satisfaction measures. To learn more, visit www.monmouthwilentzbreastcenter.com.

MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER 300 Second Ave., Long Branch, NJ 07740 | 732.923.7700 | monmouthwilentzbreastcenter.com

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PERSONALIZED INFERTILITY TREATMENT

REPRODUCTIVE SCIENCE CENTER was represented at Best of Monmouth by Sheryl Paton, Director of Marketing. The focus was on increasing awareness of the Center’s personalized services in fertility treatment. Reproductive Science Center of NJ opened in 2004 under the direction of Dr. William Ziegler, Medical Director. Dr. Zeigler, Board Certified in Infertility and Reproductive Endocrinology, in practice since 1998, initiated the first egg donor program based in Monmouth and Ocean Counties. The medical staff also includes Dr. Jessica S. Mann, Dr. Alan M. Martinez, Scott Kratka, Senior Embryologist, and Hina Ahmed, Physician Assistant. Both Dr. Mann and Dr. Martinez are fluent in Spanish, an added benefit for a diverse population. This professional staff provides specialized services in the treatment of infertility and assures patients that they will not be turned away. The Center also offers “fertility preservation,” notably egg/embryo freezing, allowing women to preserve fertility until ready to start a family.

Because the staff understands the difficult emotional and medical challenges faced by those dealing with infertility, patients are treated compassionately at the Center, beginning with a thorough evaluation through a series of tests. Reproductive Science Center’s entire team supports each patient along the journey to treatment, making each patient feel welcome and cared for. Treatment may include in vitro fertilization, intrauterine insemination, preimplantation genetic testing, drug therapy, fresh and frozen donor eggs, robotic surgery, as well as other state-of-the-art methods. Among the Center’s many awards, Dr. Ziegler and Dr. Mann were recognized as NJ Top Docs in 2013 by New Jersey’s Total Healthcare Resource. Dr. Mann was recognized as Top OB/GYN in 2013 by Consumers’ Research Council of America, and Dr. Ziegler received the Patients’ Choice Award 2011-2013. Reproductive Science Center has three locations, Eatontown, Toms River and Lawrenceville. Evening and weekend hours are available, as are free phone consultations and free second opinions.

REPRODUCTIVE SCIENCE CENTER OF NEW JERSEY 234 Industrial Way West, Eatontown, NJ 07724 | 732.918.2500 780 Rte. 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755 | 732.240.3000 3131 Princeton Pke., Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 | 609.895.1114 FertilityNJ.com

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ENCHANTING EVENT SPACE ON THE BOARDWALK

SINCE 2011, the iconic Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel in Asbury Park has hosted the Best of Monmouth show and expo. The show took place this year in the classic Crystal Ballroom once again. If you are looking for a picturesque full service venue that combines historic mystique and intrigue with modern amenities, 238 spacious contemporary guest rooms and vibrant cuisine, The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel is the perfect spot. The hotel on the beach, designed by Beaux Arts architect Whitney Warren in 1924, is frequented by celebrities who appreciate the building’s luxury and grandeur, and it is often the romantic backdrop to the most elegant weddings in New Jersey. The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel can be the inspirational location for your next business event. The hotel now offers new corporate packages to accommodate the demand for meetings

and conferences. Larger break-out rooms are available and a new kitchen has been added to the hotel’s two large banquet kitchens. Be it social or business, The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel offers more than 30,000 square feet of newly refreshed and restored event and dining space. The professional event-planning team will work with you to customize each aspect of your event while working within your budget. Whether you prefer your event in the The Versailles Ballroom that looks out on to Asbury Park’s boardwalk, the Crystal Ballroom with its intricate ceiling work depicting “Diana the Huntress,” or the Continental Ballroom with its original Victorian tray ceiling, your event will be wonderfully unforgettable. The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel is also the winner of Weddingwire.com’s 2015 Couples’ Choice Awards.

THE BERKELEY OCEANFRONT HOTEL 140 Ocean Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712 | 732.776.6700 | Berkeleyhotelnj.com

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ANSWERS FROM WOMEN’S HEALTHCARE PHYSICIANS BEST OF MONMOUTH was the place to be for expert advice on critical women’s healthcare issues by physicians from the Barnabas Health Medical Group. Dr. Christopher Eswar, gynecologic surgeon, discussed associated medical conditions of pelvic pain and today’s minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery options. Dr. Martin Michalewski, specialist in female pelvic medicine, urogynecology, reconstructive surgery and advanced laparoscopy, helped bring awareness to pelvic floor disorders and corrective nonsurgical procedures and minimally invasive surgeries. Dr. Manpreet Kohli, fellowship-trained breast surgeon, clarified new mammography guidelines to best benefit women of all ages.

Christopher Eswar, M.D.

Martin Michalewski , M.D. Manpreet Kohli, M.D.

Barnabas Health Medical Group comprises 1000-plus primary and specialty physicians throughout New Jersey. Our dedicated physicians and expertly trained support staff continuously strive for clinical and patient service excellence. Backed by the continuum of resources of the largest not-for-profit integrated health care delivery system in New Jersey and one of the nation’s largest, Barnabas Health’s team of physicians provide compassionate state-of–the–art care for people at every stage of life.

BARNABAS HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP Christopher Eswar, M.D. | 279 Third Ave. Suite 307 Long Branch, NJ 07740 | 732.571.0972 Martin Michalewski, M.D. | 310 Rte. 34 Ste. 1, Colts Neck, NJ 07722 | 732.431.3201 Manpreet Kohli, M.D. | 300 2nd Ave., MMC, Breast Health, Long Branch, NJ 07740 | 732.923.7702 barnabashealthmedicalgroup.org

CALL YOUR OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE SPECIALISTS “EARLY- TO MID-WINTER is the ideal time to plan the outdoor living space project of your dream,” advised Matt Ettere and Patrick Cramer of By Design Landscapes, Inc. during our recent Best of Monmouth event. Planning your spring/summer projects with your landscape design firm in the off-season means your designs, permits and paperwork will be organized and in process when winter subsides. “Once springtime hits, we are already scheduling fall projects,” says Matt. Avoid high season delays and start designing your outdoor living space today. By Design Landscapes, Inc. is a premier, full-service landscape maintenance and design company servicing residential and commercial clients throughout New Jersey. If you’re envisioning maximizing your outdoor space and living areas with hardscaping,

waterscaping or landscape lighting for next year, remember that beautiful landscapes don’t just happen, they are created By Design. By Design Landscapes, Inc. has two convenient locations in Lakewood and Edison. View the firm’s portfolio online and call for your free consultation and estimate request.

BY DESIGN LANDSCAPES, INC. 175 Lehigh Ave., Lakewood, NJ 08701 | 732.901.5566 | office@bydesignland.com | bydesignland.com

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EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE WITHOUT THE WAIT ANTHONY ORZO, Amanda Orzo and Carly Pittman, the team from Central Jersey Urgent Care, informed Best of Monmouth guests about the walk-in clinic’s comprehensive services and announced its newly expanded hours. The clinic’s staff of boardcertified physicians have each worked for years in urgent care settings, and include Dr. Chirag Patel, Dr. Markintosh Barthelemy, Dr. Nader Habib and Dr. Nikolai LaGoduke. Walk-in patients will find immediate, top-quality care for minor, non-life threatening illnesses, from stomach disorders to various infections and injuries, such as lacerations that can be stitched, sutured or stapled, burns, sprains, fractures and dislocations. The clinic provides on-site X-rays and lab work for quick care. Additional services for patients, from pediatric to

adults of all ages, include vaccines, work or pre-employment, school, camp or sports team physicals. The clinic accepts most insurance providers and is now open seven days a week, 365 days a year from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

CENTRAL JERSEY URGENT CARE 731 Hwy. 35, Ocean, NJ 07712 | 732.455.8444 | cjurgentcare.com

THE FINEST IN CREATIVE FLORAL DESIGNS THERE IS NO BETTER WAY to add to an important event, than by adding beautiful flowers. At Peter James Floral Couture, it is all about creating a lasting memory of an important life event, whether it is a personal happy occasion, a noteworthy corporate affair or a delicate time of sympathy. Owner and head designer Peter Calafiore consistently comes through with unique designs that showcase his clients’ personalities and create visual stimulation. He does this while remaining dedicated to the highest quality in style, providing individual service with the very best classic flowers and when possible, exotic blooms. Peter values his relationship with every client and he encourages his staff designers to think in the same way.

Browse the Peter James website to see proof of the unique approach to floral design practices that define Peter James Floral Couture. You will be smitten. Be sure to book with Peter early. You won’t want to miss the opportunity.

PETER JAMES FLORAL COUTURE 1401 Ocean Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712 | 732.455.5525 | peterjamesfloral.com

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REJUVENATE PERSONAL ANATOMY IN COMFORT

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DURING BEST OF MONMOUTH, Nadine Russell of Beginnings Aesthetic & Laser discussed ThermiVa vaginal rejuvenation technology. Dr. Theocharides was one of 10 centers in the country to conduct a now completed study with ThermiVa. Women with vaginal looseness, sexual dysfunction, dryness and urinary leakage from birthing or aging experienced extraordinary results with this procedure. Radio frequency generated heat gently tightens skin with no discomfort or downtime. Contact us for a complimentary consultation. Discounts offered at the show are valid through 2015.

MONMOUTH BEACH Plantation Shutters and Blinds, LLC featured its full line of solid wood plantation shutters, blinds, and the entire Hunter Douglas® product offering and helped Best of Monmouth attendees learn about the benefits of beautiful, functional solid wood shutters, blinds and how ceramic window film/tinting enhances a home. Since founded by BethAnn Rooney in 2000, MB Plantation Shutters & Blinds has built a reputation for its excellent and reliable customer service and its direct manufacturer relationships ensuring the highest quality window fashions at a competitive cost. Come visit the showroom for inspiration or call for a consultation.

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T HANK YOU to our all of our sponsors and vendors for celebrating and sharing your products and services! Without you this night wouldn’t be possible. We look forward to working with you and presenting your company at the 8TH ANNUAL BEST OF MONMOUTH IN 2016.

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Celebrate the season at the Historic Village at Allaire, Dec. 13.

DEC 4 Set the tone for the season. Join Highlands for its 10th Annual HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING at 6 p.m. in Huddy Park. Listen to the chorale groups sing Christmas carols and enjoy free hot chocolate, treats and visits with Santa for the children. Rain date: Saturday, December 5. Admission: FREE. Visit highlandsnj.com to learn more or call 732.291.4713. DEC 5 Tour the best of Spring Lake’s festive inns, hotels and private homes with the SPRING LAKE CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS INN & HOUSE TOUR. See the vintage ornaments, handcrafted heirlooms and other holiday decorations. Begin with tea and cookies at The Breakers from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The tour is from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $25. Call 732.449.9090 or visit visitspringlake.com. DEC 12 & 13 Everyone in the family will enjoy Santaland diaries, a humorous account of working as a Christmas elf in “SantaLand” at a department store during the holiday season. The show takes place at the Navesink Arts Center in Atlantic Highlands. Tickets: $15. Call 732.291.9211 for show times and to purchase tickets. DEC 12, 13, 19 & 20 The Garden State Central Model Railroad Club presents a Christmas train display at

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InfoAge in Wall, 12 to 5 p.m. See operating model train layouts and displays, and snap a photo with Santa too. Donation: $7 adults, $3 children. Visit gardenstate central.com for more details.

DEC 12 & 13 Which house is best decked out? You decide. The Ocean Grove Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the OCEAN GROVE VICTORIAN HOLIDAY FESTIVAL HOUSE AND INN TOUR, which showcases houses and inns

decorated for Christmas. On December 12, also take guided tours of the Great Auditorium, shop the Ladies’ Auxiliary Christmas Boutique and enjoy horse and buggy rides. Tour Admission: $25. Call 732.774.1391 for more information.

DEC 13 Enjoy singing, dancing, wagon rides and a visit from Santa Claus with CHRISTMAS AT ALLAIRE at the Historic Village at Allaire located in Farmingdale. This event is from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Admission: $5 for children under 12, $7 for adults. For more information, visit allaire village.org or call 732.919.3500. DEC 13 Learn about the seasonal points of interest with the ROVING PARK SYSTEM NATURALIST WALK at Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area in Manasquan, beginning at 10 a.m. Admis-

sion: FREE. Call 732.872.2670 or visit monmouthcountyparks.com for further information.

DEC 13 Join the Monmouth Museum Wine Club for A sparkling holiday event at the museum, 5 to 7 p.m. Sip holiday wines from Polaner Selections while nibbling hors d’oeuvres whipped up by local chefs and perusing the gallery of made-in-Jersey arts and crafts. Tickets: $100. Proceeds benefit the arts and education programs at the museum. Questions? Call Helen Brown at 732.224.1993. DEC 15 If you’re thinking about going smoke-free, are struggling to quit or have recently quit, join the Living Smoke-free Support Group at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, 7 to 9 p.m. Get tips and support to help you maintain a smoke-free life, including stress management and weight control. Call 888.724.7123 to register or to learn more. DEC 18 The Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank celebrates Christmas the only way they know how; with Christmas carols, tunes and cheer! Join them in welcoming a ‘SOULED’ OUT CHRISTMAS starring Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Darlene Love and Felix Cavaliere. Tickets: $39–$129 (with additional handling fees). The show starts at

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8 p.m. Call 732.842.9000 or visit count basietheatre.org for ticket information.

$50. Call 732.528.9211 or visit algonquin arts.org for admission info.

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JAN 2 The “Weather or Not” Photo-

Roll Hall of Fame inductee with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, brings his new 1970sstyle hard blues band, Deuces wild, to Wonder Bar in Asbury Park for a rockin’ holiday show. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Admission: $10. Call 732.502.8886 to find out more.

DEC 19 Bring a bottle of wine or beer, slip on a smock and paint Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” at Sips & serendipity at the Main Avenue Galleria School of Art in Ocean Grove, 5 to 8 p.m. No prior painting or drawing experience is required. Your instructor will guide you through the painting process step by step. Admission: $40. For ages 21 and up. Call 732.988.1002 for more details. DEC 20 Take a trip down memory lane. The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County in Freehold will host a magical afternoon of songs that span more than two centuries and are as varied as the snowflakes that fall in winter. SNOWFLAKES IN SONG will be performed by Donna Breitzer, Joshua Breitzer and Michael Bronfman and begins at 3 p.m. Admission: $25. Call 732.252.6990 for ticket information. DEC 31Algonquin Arts Theatre in Manasquan celebrates the end of the year with a tribute to the Eagles featuring DESERT HIGHWAY BAND. The first show starts at 6 p.m. and the second at 9 p.m. Tickets: Premium, $63 (includes complimentary glass of champagne); Reserved,

Ring in the New Year with a tribute to the Eagles, Dec. 31.

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Deep Cut Gardens Horticultural Center in Middletown with an opening reception from 1 to 3 p.m. during which you can view the exhibit, meet the photographers and enjoy light refeshments. The exhibit will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through January 31. Admission: FREE. Questions? Call 732.671.6050.

JAN 9 Brides-to-be won’t want to miss

the American bridal show at The Mill in Spring Lake Heights, 1 p.m. It’s your chance to meet many of the area’s top wedding professionals as well as enjoy a fashion show, sample menu items and enter to win prizes. Admission: FREE. Head to americanbride.com to register.

JAN 13 Calling all kids! Meet local

author Beth ferry at the Howell Public Library, 4:15 to 5 p.m. She’ll read from her book Stick and Stone, a humorous tale about kindness and friendship. Admission: FREE. Need more info? Call 732.938.2300.

JAN 16 Take the plunge—the PolAR BEAR PLUNGE—in Manasquan at 12:30 p.m. The eighth annual event benefits the LADACIN Network, a nonprofit agency that provides support for local residents with complex physical and developmental disabilities. The pre- and post-plunge festivities take place at Leggett’s Sand Bar and Restaurant in Manasquan. Admission: $25. (You must raise a minimum of $100, including the $25 registration fee.)

For more information, go to ladacin.org.

JAN 23 Hot on the heels of a recent

third-place finish on NBC’s hit show America’s Got Talent, WILLIAM CLOSE AND THE EARTH HARP COLLECTIVE will bring an outstanding show to the Pollak Theatre at Monmouth University in West Long Branch. Show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets: $35–$60. Visit monmouth.edu to purchase or call 732.263.6889, hit prompt 1.

JAN 26 Kindergarteners and up are

invited to learn how to make a collage like henri matisse at the Monmouth County Library in Manalapan, 4:15 to 5 p.m. Call 732.431.7220 for more details.

JAN 30 Don’t dread winter. Celebrate

it at WInterfest at Thompson Park in Lincroft, 1 to 5 p.m. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of cold-weather fun—ice skating, snowshoe hikes, cross-country skiing, wagon rides, plus live music, food vendors and more. Admission: FREE. For more details, call 732.842.4000, ext. 4312.

JAN 30 & 31 Thousands of beer en-

thusiasts are expected to descend upon Convention Hall for the Asbury park beerfest. Suds from around the world will be flowing from noon to 4 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets: $37.50 per session in advance, $45 at the door. Purchase yours (if you’re 21 or older) through Ticketmaster or at The Stone Pony box office. Send event listings to: Monmouth Health & Life, 110 Summit Ave., Montvale, NJ 07645; or email us at editor@wainscotmedia.com. Listings must be received two months before the event and must include a phone number or website that will be published.

Monmouth’s got talent: See harpist William Close, Jan. 23.

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Cancun This pleasure-seekers’ paradise, it turns out, is also a great place to shape up. by rita guarna

Famous as a destination for carousing spring breakers, Cancun may seem an unlikely place to embark on a fitness journey. But that’s just where I went recently to jump-start mine. Located in a beautiful natural setting on the eastern tip of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, it’s about four hours away by air via flights to Cancun International Airport. The JW Marriott, a quiet 448-room resort just off the busy “hotel zone,” offers a Wellness Beach Retreat package that includes oceanview rooms, a spa treatment, one-day cabana rental and credit toward group fitness classes. I hoped to get some sun, have some fun and get back into a fitness routine. First up: a surefire way to punch up one’s wellness quest—an hour-long boxing class. Truth be told, I was curious, as I’d never done it. But when some friends suggested that I pop two ibuprofens beforehand, well, curiosity turned to fear. (This, of course, says more about my level of fitness than anything else!) Calling the five-person group session “fun” might be a stretch, but there were plenty of giggles amid the panting and sighs. As in many boot-campesque sessions, there were stations, all designed for different benefits— strength, speed, agility, endurance—and we rotated among them. Our instructor, Malcolm, a former national bodybuilding champ and certified fitness pro, offered encouragement amid shouts of “Venga, venga!” (loosely translated as “Faster,

Opposite, clockwise from top left: an ocean-facing cabana at the JW Marriott, the perfect place to relax, retreat from the sun and enjoy complimentary fruit and water throughout the day; an exhilarating speedboat ride through the mangrove channels along the Nichupte Lagoon; a tranquil pool at the luxurious Mayan-inspired spa; tequila tasting (with a sangrita chaser) at the lobby bar; a steaming plate of linguine and shrimp at Gustino.

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faster!”) Afterward, we sipped recovery smoothies at the health bar. The barista recommended the Green Juice, made from celery, spinach, orange, cucumber and pineapple. The drink was delicious— refreshing and not too sweet. Feeling proud of myself, I reasoned that I’d earned a retreat to the poolside, oceanfront Bali-style cabana. There you can read, daydream or just indulge in people-watching. For lunch, healthy options abound at BeachWalk, a bathing suit-friendly eatery, with choices such as Thai shrimp spring rolls, Mexican ceviche, crab cakes and my favorite, a blackened grouper sandwich served with grilled onions and mustard seed roulade sauce. Next, for more relaxation, a spa appointment. Every spa on earth promises to help you “relax, refresh, restore and renew.” This one delivers. After the 75-minute Stress Victims Spa Cure, you’ll feel all those “re”s and more. The tension melts away as your back, neck and shoulders are kneaded and massaged for the first 25 minutes. (Ask for Yesica; she has the hands of a goddess.) Once you’re thoroughly relaxed, next up is a 50-minute facial, including a lovely hydrating mist. When I was well rested, it was time for a night on the town. The restaurant Porfirio’s reimagines the best of traditional Mexican fare in a beautiful setting. (Sit outside if you go around sunset.) Prepare for a multi-sensory experience: The food and service are great. Music videos play in the background, making it feel a little Las Vegasesque—but that adds to the fun. Later, a live band roams through the space, serenading patrons with classic Mexican tunes. Want another way to up the fun quotient? Head to Champions Sports Bar. A favorite of locals, tourists and hotel staff, it offers karaoke nightly. It’s located at the CasaMagna Cancun next door to the JW Marriott. (Stay at either hotel and enjoy the amenities of its sister property.) Of course, no wellness weekend would be complete without yoga, which is great for flexibility, stress relief and a host of other health benefits. (Studies show it reduces the risk of heart disease, decreases blood pressure and lowers low-density, or “bad,” cholesterol by more than 10 points.) In a group class geared toward all experience levels, the emphasis was on breathing, balance and being comfortable with your body now. Yoga isn’t your thing? There are daily stretching and spinning classes too. If you can tear yourself away from the gym and the beach, consider the Aquafun Marina Jungle tour, during which you’ll power through the waters of the Nichupte Lagoon in a twoseat speedboat. After an exhilarating ride with a constant cool spray offering a respite from the sun, you can dive into the turquoise water and do some snorkeling. Back by late afternoon, it’s time for drinks. For a refined alternative to the sugary margarita, try tequila tasting at the lobby bar. Locals enjoy tequila with sangrita, a spicy nonalcoholic beverage meant to cleanse the palate between shots, and JW’s mixology team will explain the differences among these low-calorie sips. For dinner, try Gustino, where low-carb linguine with shrimp, grilled veggies and poached salmon are popular, waistline-friendly options. The Branzino al cartoccio con finocchio e sedano, Chilean sea bass with lemons, fennel and leeks, is a delicious—and healthy—choice. Turns out Cancun wasn’t such an unlikely spot for a wellness retreat. After all, true wellness means finding balance, not just physically, but socially, emotionally, intellectually and spiritually. And a beautiful beach doesn’t hurt one bit.

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