Gatherings

Whether it’s at a fundraiser or a volunteering event, Monmouth residents always show up to support their friends and neighbors.

MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER

Approximately 100 guests recently gathered at the Triumph Brewing Co. in Red Bank to “toast” the health of children in the community at Monmouth Medical Center’s (MMC) annual A Toast to Children’s Health event. 1 Toast committee member and event emcee Molly Kroon; Toast event chair Meghan Del Priore; Jonathan Teitelbaum, M.D., MMC’s Chairman of Pediatrics; the evening’s honoree Meg Fisher, M.D., FAAP, Special Advisor to the Commissioner of Health and Medical Director of Clinical and Academic Excellence for MMC; MMC President and CEO Eric Carney; Vice President of Development Caitlin Olson; and Claire Knopf, MMC Foundation Board Chair.

YMCA OF GREATER MONMOUTH COUNTY

Members of the YMCA attended the annual New Jersey YMCA State Alliance dinner in Hamilton celebrating the work of Ys throughout the state. The alliance also recognized the YMCA National Congressional Champion, Andy Kim, for his work upholding the Y’s values. 2 Pam Hearn, Andy Kim, Jennifer Dunn

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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF MONMOUTH COUNTY

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County (BGCM) hosted its annual signature fundraiser, A Most Unusual Evening, at Asbury Lanes. More than 250 guests wore their funkiest ’70s fashions and embraced the Saturday Night Fever theme. Proceeds from the event will help pay for more than 100 BGCM memberships for Monmouth County children. 3 Douglas Eagles, Heather Schulze, Kim Sambade, Kris Sparacino, Monique Harper

NJ VIETNAM VETERANS’ MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

The NJ Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation held its annual Salute to Patriotism Gala in Farmingdale. The program supports the Vietnam Era Museum and its educational programs, outreach, ceremonies, research initiatives and exhibitions. 4 Michael Egenton, Bill Pikolycky, Michele SextonCrowley, Nick Asselta 5 Gerry 7Scharfenberger, Mike Ferraro, Selina Kanowitz, Bob Smyth

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SUZI’S SWEET SHOPPE

Suzi’s Sweet Shoppe in Middletown celebrated its 25th anniversary. Owner Susan Hordych was honored during a ceremony and received a proclamation from the town and a resolution from the state. 6 Susan Hordych, front, is surrounded by family, friends and local officials.

MONMOUTH COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden and Commissioner Director Tom Arnone were honored by the VNACJ Community Health Center for their dedication, support and work throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. 7 Tom Arnone, Christopher Rinn, Shaun Golden

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FULFILL

OceanFirst Bank and its WaveMaker team members recently pitched in at the Fulfill food pantry in Neptune. The volunteers helped update the space, painting the nonprofit organization’s warehouse. 8 WaveMaker volunteers prepare for a day’s work at Fulfill.

HABITAT MONMOUTH

Freehold-based Habitat Monmouth partnered with WRAT 95.9 FM and Monmouth Mall at the 7th Annual House that Rock Built. At the event, volunteers helped construct frames for the next build, located in Middletown. American Towne Realty of Toms River was on hand and donated $1,000 to the nonprofit. 9 American Towne Realty representatives present their donation to Habitat Monmouth.