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Monmouth Buzz | 14 Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in the county. Your Friends & Neighbors | 16 A town historian is passionate about keeping bygone eras alive around us—and turning children on to their magic. For Men Only | 18 You’ll camouflage with nature but stand out in style with these fashionable fall finds for fellas. Style Watch | 19 Cozy on up to these oversized cardigans, a must-have for the year’s nippiest season. Home Front | 20 Throws are more decorative than blankets, but they provide a layer of comfy warmth too. Escapes | 48 Six family day-trip destinations offer real educational value, well camouflaged by fun. Let your kids lead the way. Tastes | 50 In September we head back to our busy, backto-the-grind routines. Make it easy with these three delicious meals. Just toss a salad, and you’re all set. Power Food | 81 The tasty little sunflower seed is good for your heart, your energy level and your immune system. It’s worth the work of opening the hull. Bar Tab | 82 A splash of sweet, citrus and spice makes a Fig Dark & Stormy an ideal sip as autumn’s cooler days approach. Gatherings | 87 Monmouth residents always show up to support their friends and neighbors—especially when help is needed most. A Monmouth Moment | 88 Two brothers take in nature at Turkey Swamp Park in Freehold. DepartmentsCONTENTS 82 20 81 4MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022
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All of these national recognitions are designed to inform communities how well their hospitals perform in providing the highest quality care in a safe and compassionate environment. Each one is a testament to our staff’s unwavering commitment to our patients, our communities and each other.
This award comes on the heels of the MMC ED receiving the Crisis Response Team Award from the New Jersey chapter of the ENA in recognition of the department’s significant contributions and response to the challenges of the public health crisis stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. Our team truly prioritizes delivering the highest quality care and ensuring the comfort of our patients from the moment they enter our Emergency Department. The Lantern Award serves as a visible symbol to our community that excellence is valued, and that exceptional emergency care is provided at MMC. Please join us in congratulating our ED team members, physicians and leaders.
This issue of Monmouth Health & Life features the magazine’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards, and in our In Good Health pages, we spotlight the most recent national recognitions that distinguish Monmouth Medical Center as the health care provider of choice in our region. We recently learned that Monmouth Medical Center is among just 148 U.S. hospitals named to the digital platform Money’s inaugural list of the Best Hospitals in America. Created in partnership with The Leapfrog Group, the list identified hospitals that consistently deliver the safest, highest-value care for patients and excellence in hospital experience. This latest honor comes on the heels of this hospital receiving its 15th consecutive Leapfrog A rating in the spring. It also follows an announcement last fall of our third recognition as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive honors American hospitals can receive.
The award recipients will be recognized at the Hall of Honor awards ceremony October 2nd in Denver, Colorado.
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At Monmouth Medical Center, we’re building more specialized care facilities and expanding our reach to create even better experiences for patients all across the county, like our Anne Vogel Family Care and Wellness Center. That means greater access to services such as maternal and perinatal care, innovative nutrition programs and the region’s only specialized pediatric care. And by investing in our people, new experts will be joining the doctors, nurses and staff you know and trust.
In sharing the news of our recognition, ENA President Jennifer Schmitz called the award a testament to our ED leadership and team, adding “you should be so proud to be able to achieve this award during one of the most challenging times in healthcare.”
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I am also tremendously proud to share that we are one of 34 U.S. hospitals honored by the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) with the 2022–2025 Lantern Award. This prestigious award recognizes Emergency Departments that demonstrate exceptional and innovative performance in leadership, practice, education, advocacy, and research. The award serves as a visible symbol to our community that excellence is valued, and that exceptional emergency care is provided here.
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WELCOME to the latest edition of Fiscal Fitness. It’s a hot, steamy day at the Jersey Shore as the dog days of summer are upon us. The stock and bond markets continue to be on a rollercoaster, with the S&P 500 dropping 21% in the first six months, its worst first half of a year since 19701. Record inflation and potentially lower investment returns have many retirees and soon to be retirees on edge. HOW MUCH? One of the most frequent questions I am asked is “how much can I draw from my retirement savings each year without running out of money”? Saving and investing for retirement seems easy when you’re working, but when the paycheck stops, figuring out how to generate a lifetime income stream presents many challenges, especially in a down market.
Timing is everything. Proper planning, effective portfolio construction, along with a “safety net” of liquid assets to draw from could help minimize the risk.
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Neighbors have been sharing recommendations across the fence since long before today’s social media. And who knows better about a product or service than the people who use it? So when we revealed this year’s “Best of Monmouth” readers’ choice poll online, we knew we could count on you, the experts, to guide us to our area’s finest offerings in more than 90 categories. Turn to page 29 for the results. There you’ll find old favorites to celebrate and lots of new places to try. Of course you need to be in good health in order to be out and about to try new things. As we do in every issue, Monmouth Health & Life spotlights the latest news and noteworthy achievements at Monmouth Medical Center in the “In Good Health” section, starting on page 22. This month, of course, is back-to-school time for many students, and we want to show kids (and their parents) how to be stylish while being true to their personalities. Turn to page 42 to see five fashionable looks for fall. And guys, we didn’t forget about you: Check out the autumnal wardrobe essentials we curated on page 18. In addition to fashion, ’tis the season for picking your own fruit (page 14), end-of-summer cocktails (page 82) and quick weekend getaways where everyone can get an education—not just those who have returned to class (page 48). There’s much more to discover in this issue of Monmouth Health & Life Once you’re done reading it, share this wealth of knowledge not with a click, but instead do it the old-fashioned way: Pass it along to your friends. Happy fall, everyone!
Coastal Oral Surgery’s board-certified surgeons have cared for patients in the community for over 40 years. Drs. Michael DiPietro, John P. Soliman, and Daniel Winston have continued the legacy by creating an advanced center of excellence in all areas of maxillofacial surgery, with a focus on dental implants, dentoalveolar surgery, pathology, trauma, and anesthesia. The doctors believe each patient should feel safe and informed from the minute they arrive. answer every question to make absolutely sure people are comfortable and knowledgeable before treatment,” says Dr. Soliman. The practice is affiliated with Jersey Shore University Medical Center, where the doctors also teach at the residency program. Dr. Soliman’s large, cohesive staff is well-versed and certified in all techniques and sedation procedures. The highly trained surgical staff and friendly front office team support the doctors to ensure patients feel at ease every step of the way. addition, doctors and staff have active roles in community outreach by supporting local charities and Monmouth and Ocean County schools.
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• Asbury Park: Kennedy Park, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every Sunday until Nov. 27; asburyfresh.com
Soon enough we’ll be tempted by Halloween candy, sweetpotato pie and Christmas cookies—so eat healthy before it gets harder. Luckily, autumn is a great time for fresh fruit and produce. Want to get your own? Try Eastmont Orchards in Colts Neck (181 Route 537 E., 732.542.5404; eastmontorchards.com), Battleview Orchards in Freehold (91 Wemrock Rd., 732.462.0756; battlevieworchards. com) or Happy Day Farm in Manalapan (106 Iron Ore Rd., 732.977.3607; happydayfarmnj.com) to pick your own apples, berries and more! Otherwise, check out these fall farmers’ markets in Monmouth County, where someone else can do the plucking and you can enjoy the fruits of their labor. Here they are listed in order of when they close for the season, starting with the earliest:
• Red Bank: The Galleria Red Bank Parking Lot, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays through mid-November; thegalleriaredbank.com
• 3010–3070 Rte. 35, Hazlet, 732.362.8800
• Aberdeen: Samaha’s Farm; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day until Oct. 31; samahasfarm.com
• Freehold: Hall of Records; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays until Oct. 28; downtownfreehold. com
• 93 Broad St., Red Bank, shedheadvintage.com —Happening in Hazlet
—Vintage charm A warm greeting to a unisex vintage clothing began out of co-owner backyard shed. The Red Bank proves that in fashion, with a curated vintage items from the ’90s. We love pre-loved, does the Earth!
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• Holmdel: The Block at Bell Works, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays until Nov. 24; bellworksfresh.com
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Four more welcomes for the companies setting The Hazlet Town Center: Air Adventure Park, Burritos, CoCo Fresh and AT&T Wireless. stores make the town a one-stop shop for entertainment and services. After working appetite from bouncing at Urban Air, head for a burrito from Bubbakoo’s and a beverage from Fresh. And if you accidentally jumped on your phone, AT&T’s got you covered.
• Marlboro: 444 Rte. 520, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays until Oct. 30; marlboro-nj.gov
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Before Hollywood, New Jersey was home to the biggest names in the movie biz. (Fort Lee in Bergen County claims an enduring place in pioneering cinema history.) It’s only fitting that Netflix, one of the largest streaming services, set up shop in our state. And there’s a good possibility the company can land in our county: Netflix has submitted a bid to develop Fort Monmouth, an old military base spanning parts of Eatontown and Oceanport. If its proposal is approved, Netflix anticipates building its second-largest production site (its biggest is in Albuquerque) at the sprawling, 300-acre property. It’s not a done deal, though, as the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority received three other development bids in addition to Netflix’s submission. The approval process could take months, officials say. Who will Stay tuned.
He’s the face of Big Momma’s Dog Training and a therapy dog, but Baymax’s primary duty is “professional snuggler” for his “mom and dad.” The family’s love affair started in 2017, when Nicole drove three hours to Pennsylvania to pick him up—and he’s been a ham ever since. Over the years he’s mastered plenty of tricks, chewed countless squeaky toys, dressed up for holidays, played with his 5-year-old Lab mix bestie Harper and even helped Mom with her clients at Freehold-based Big Momma’s. Baymax continues to do all those things today, but he also spends time doing more therapy visits and just saying hello to people on his walks around Atlantic Highlands and Sandy Hook. Follow along with Baymax on his adventures on Instagram @baymaxtheberner49.
PUPPY LOVE Dog: Baymax, 5-year-old, Bernese mountain dog Owners: Nicole Costanza and Michael Nash of Freehold
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Go against the grain and still enjoy all your favorites at Café LaDeDa. Now open in Highlands, this bakery-deli features pizza, bagels, bread, pasta and pastries— all 100 percent gluten-free. After you try the cinnamon rolls here, you’ll wonder why gluten was ever needed in the first place. With vegan and keto options, this celiac-safe, grab-and-go spot truly has something for everyone.
• Café LaDeDa, 71 Waterwitch Ave., Highlands, 732.993.7423; cafeladeda.com
Big history, big flavor Charlie’s of Lincroft took over the space formerly occupied by the iconic Lincroft Inn, which dates back to the mid-1800s, and offers diners delicious twists on contemporary American cuisine. The casual yet elegant restaurant boasts a menu with innovative dishes such as Jersey drunken clams, crab deviled eggs and prime beef croquettes. Vegetarian? Try the strawberry salad or the fried goat cheese.
• Charlie’s of Lincroft, 700 Newman Springs Rd., Lincroft, 732.812.4500; charliesoflincroft.com
Running a business isn’t easy these days. So let’s give a shoutout to women-owned Monmouth County food businesses. We like to support them every day, but especially on American Business Women’s Day, Sept. 22. Some of our faves: Bakeries: Confections of a Rock$tar Bakery in Asbury Park; Antoinette Boulangerie in Red Bank; Cravings Desserts in Allenhurst; Chocolate Carousel in Wall Township; Papa Ganache in Matawan; Cats Luck in Neptune City Coffee shops: Coffee Corral in Red Bank; Steady Hand Cafe & Collective in Neptune City; Booskerdoo Coffee & Baking Co. in Fair Haven; The Porch Crepe Cafe in Ocean Grove Restaurants: Pascal & Sabine in Asbury Park; Rosa’s Kitchen in Wall Township; Nettie’s in Tinton Falls; Amy’s Omelette House in Long Branch; Pasta Volo in Asbury Park; My Kitchen Witch in Monmouth Beach
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What’s a typical school day like? We talk about the Lenni Lenape Indians, our first settlers. We let students do reading out of prim ers. We try to write as many words that rhyme with Wall as they can fit on their chalkboard. My three daughters and two grandsons went to Wall schools. In fact, I made my grandson wear the dunce cap—not as a punishment, but as a privilege to see what it was like. What do you consider the greatest accomplishment in preservation? Just keeping the history of Wall alive. We’re lucky we have Allaire Village [a living history museum in Allaire State Park], and we have InfoAge [a science and history museum in Wall]. We’re concentrating on Wall itself, from the Indians to today. I think it’s good to know where we came from, what was here and what our forefathers had to do to get us here.
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Twenty Boy Scouts have earned their Eagle Scout rank by doing projects around the building, and most have been on one of those class trips, so I’m very encouraged. How did you feel about the county award? It’s nice to get recognition for a lot of years of hard work. I have painted, I have plastered, I have set brick. I’m not afraid to get my hands dirty.
Twenty Eagle Scouts and countless schoolchildren can all vouch for Wall Township’s De Hearn as a champion of history. The Jane G. Clayton Award issued by Monmouth County, which Hearn won in 2021, was just icing on the cake. This grandmother of four and longtime jewelry-store owner was instrumental in saving three sites, all built in the 1800s. Wall residents know them as the Allgor-Barkalow Homestead Museum, the Blansingburg Schoolhouse and the Morris-Allgor-Kittell Wheelwright Shop. And though Hearn is president of Old Wall Histori cal Society and museum director, you’ll find her plastering like the best of them to maintain the sites—even though she’s in her late 70s. What first inspired you to go to bat for the preservation of local historical sites? I joined the Historical Society in 1975, and that was at the beginning of the state’s bicentennial celebrations. But I have loved history since I was in grammar school. I went out to the Old Tennent Church, and I could see the blood stains on the pews. I just felt a kinship to it—that I belonged there—and I was 10, 11 years old. What can historic sites teach? The Wheelwright Shop is on our township seal and flag. Since we’re an old community—we were established in 1851—the children should see what was here before. We used to be nothing but big farmland, but now there’s been development after development. How have you reached out to schoolchildren? We approached the schools to bring the children there to teach as if it was 1850. We dress the girls in pinafores and the boys in suspenders to get a real feel for what it would have been like. The girls curtsy to the teacher, and the boys bow as per their morning routine after they say the flag salute.
What is there about Wall specifically that makes its history worth saving? I just feel we have so much that’s gone on here. The Revolutionary War was down by the Manasquan River, and the Allen family was trying to save the salt works that the English wanted to take over. Wall was so massive; it used to be from the Manasquan River to the Shark River, from the Atlantic Ocean to Howell Township. You have devoted many years to Wall Town ship’s past. What keeps you motivated? The constant upkeep of these buildings, and to watch these children come in that are so delighted and happy. Hopefully we’ll trigger something in their brains that will turn them on to history.
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TAKE A SOAK A study of more than 30,000 people in Japan found that those who took baths daily reduced their stroke risk by 26 percent compared to people who took two or fewer soaks. Researchers theorize that because warm water causes blood vessels to dilate, it lowers blood pressure. Ahh. Heart
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22MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 BACK ON TWO FEET A Middletown woman is walking pain-free again thanks to a pair of total knee replacement surgeries { IN GOOD HEALTH }
Slowing down is a fact of life as one ages, but Fillippina Nitti didn’t expect to be nearly unable to walk before the age of 60. Years of bilateral knee pain were taking a toll on the Middletown resident, and she was running out of solutions to improve her condition.
So, before her 58th birthday, Nitti heeded the advice of her husband, who previously had knee replacement surgery performed at Monmouth Medical Center. He told her to see his surgeon, David Chalnick, M.D., Medical Director of the Joint Replacement Center at MMC. Nitti told Dr. Chalnick that she was experiencing so much pain and discomfort in both knees while doing daily tasks that it was diminishing her quality of life. He recommended staged bilateral total knee replacement, in which he would perform replacement surgeries on two different dates. Nitti completed a few physical therapy sessions to develop strength, then underwent surgery on her right knee in April 2021. After a day of recovery at MMC, Nitti was back at home—and in awe.
“Staged replacement is fairly common for patients who have bilateral disease and need two replacements,” Dr. Chalnick says. “The time between surgeries is variable and depends on what is appropriate for the patient and their schedule. We’ve done surgeries within a few weeks or several months. We do what’s best for each individual patient.” After three months of physical therapy, Nitti was back to living the life she once enjoyed. “For so long, I would have to climb stairs one step at a time because the pain was so bad,” she says. “Now, I’m walking and climbing steps without pain. I’m working on walking more and riding the stationary bike. They were truly life-changing procedures.” Nitti’s was one of more than 800 joint replacements performed annually by MMC’s Joint Replacement Center, Dr. Chalnick notes. The program is dedicated to the care of knee and hip joint replacement surgery patients, and features a specialized team that uses state-of-the-art technology and techniques.
Members of the Joint Replacement Program team, from left, Physical Therapist Leilani Toomey, DPT; Nicole Wilps RN, BSN, Assistant Clinical Director and Program Coordinator; Medical Director David Chalnick, M.D., and Christina Connor, BSN-RN-CAPA, are shown in the onsite rehabilitation gym.
Fillippina Nitti
For more information about the Joint Replacement Program at Monmouth Medical Center, visit rwjbh.org/mmcjoint.
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“I was able to fully bend my knee, which I wasn’t able to do in previous years,” she says. “I was expecting to be in pain after the surgery, but there really wasn’t any. It was amazing, and Dr. Chalnick and the staff were amazing too—they treated me like it was my birthday. That’s why I went back.”
In February of this year, just after Nitti turned 59, Dr. Chalnick performed total knee replacement surgery on her left knee.
“We’ve had disease-specific Joint Replacement Certification since 2009,” Dr. Chalnick says. “I’m proud of our program. We work very hard so every patient has a good experience throughout their hospitalization. We have exceptional team members that include nurses, social workers, physical therapists, residents and fellowship-trained surgeons.”
She had tried many treatments—two knee arthroscopies, lubrication and steroid injections, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs and countless braces—but the pain never subsided.
“I was able to fully bend my knee, which I wasn’t able to do in previous years. I was expecting to be in pain after the surgery, but there really wasn’t any.”
“I couldn’t walk, and I couldn’t go around the corner,” Nitti recalls. “It was getting debilitating. My oldest son and I had a tradition of going to Comic Con, but I couldn’t go anymore because I wasn’t able to stand in line.”
24MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 { IN GOOD HEALTH } EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT EARNS EXCELLENCE AWARD Monmouth Medical Center’s E.D. lauded for top-notch leadership, innovation, advocacy and research. Hospital leadership including President and CEO Eric Carney and Chief Nursing Officer Darla Harmer gathers with Emergency Department staff members.
“Leapfrog is honored to partner with Money to recognize hospitals that truly put patients first,” says Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “Americans are heavily invested in our health care system, and we have a right to expect the best quality in return. Money recognizes that hospitals on this list meet the highest standards of quality and safety and tirelessly work to improve health care in their communities across the country.”
“This award is such a testament to you and your team—to be able to achieve this award during one of the most challenging times in healthcare, you should be so proud,” ENA President Jennifer Schmitz said in announcing MMC’s award. “To be able to keep your team engaged and on track despite the challenges of the pandemic is so remarkable.”
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Among the criteria that weighed heavily in the Best Hospitals in America List selection process was a hospital’s infection rates, maternity care, pediatrics, medication management, hand hygiene practices, nursing workforce and critical care. Leapfrog also tracked the number of highrisk surgeries, including bariatric surgery for weight loss, lung cancer surgery and hip replacement surgery, among others.
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Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of 34 U.S. hospitals selected to receive the Emergency Nurses Association’s (ENA) Lantern Award, which recognizes emergency departments that demonstrate exceptional and innovative performance in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research.
“Recognition with the Lantern Award is such a great reward for our team,” says Sharmine Brassington, PhD(c), MSN, RN, Administrative Director of Emergency Services. “They are a focused and dedicated team, especially with COVID-19, they exemplify altruism, resiliency and endurance. Showing up to work every day to provide culturally competent and conducive patient care.”
Chief Nursing Officer Darla Harmer, MSN, RN, NE-BC, notes that the Emergency Department’s patient satisfaction scores have been consistently high despite the challenges of COVID-19.
“COVID-19 changed how people think about and prioritize health care—and Money’s Best Hospitals will help readers navigate this new normal with these great recommendations,” said Mike Ayers, Executive Editor at Money.
“These recognitions are designed to inform communities how well their hospitals perform in providing the highest quality care in a safe and compassionate environment. Every member of our team is essential to achieving and sustaining these outstanding results,” said MMC and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus President and CEO Eric Carney. “They are a testament to our staff’s unwavering commitment to our patients, our communities and each other. They truly make a difference to those we serve.”
“Our team prioritizes patient care from the time of arrival,” she says. “The Lantern Award serves as a visible symbol to our community that excellence is valued, and that exceptional care is provided in our Emergency Department.”
For more information about Monmouth Medical Center, visit rwjbh.org/monmouth.
President and CEO Eric Carney and Chief Nursing Officer Darla Harmer, shown center, gather with team members from throughout the hospital in recognition of Monmouth Medical Center’s recognition by the digital platform Money as one of the Best Hospitals in America.
The recognition comes on the heels of MMC receiving its 15th consecutive Leapfrog A rating in the spring. It also follows an announcement last fall of MMC’s recognition for a third time as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive honors American hospitals can receive.
The ENA Lantern Award application focuses on innovative practices and noteworthy attributes of the emergency department, collaborative approaches to delivering optimal care for patients, performance and outcome metrics, characteristics of the nursing team and facility and emergency department demographics. It distinguishes an emergency department’s commitment to quality, safety and presence of a healthy work environment.
In 2021, the MMC Emergency Department received the Crisis Response Team Award from the New Jersey chapter of the ENA in recognition of the department’s significant contributions and response to the challenges of the public health crisis stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
MMC RECEIVES HONORS IN INAUGURAL ‘BEST’
Created in partnership with The Leapfrog Group, a national watchdog organization of employers and other purchasers focused on health care safety and quality, the list identifies the facilities that consistently deliver the safest, highest-value care for patients and excellence in hospital experience.
The award recipients will be recognized at the Hall of Honor awards ceremony Oct. 2 in Denver.
The Leapfrog Hospital Survey is the gold standard for comparing hospitals on standards of safety, quality and efficiency. To compile its new list of the top hospitals in the country in partnership with Money, the Leapfrog Group used data from the 39 performance measures in the seven different categories in its 2021 hospital survey, which participants were required to submit by August 31, 2021. To qualify for the list, eligible hospitals were required to carry an “A” letter grade on the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assessment for fall 2021. Hospitals were also required to meet a qualitative assessment of excellence, and were disqualified if they exceeded national mortality rates for heart attacks, heart failure, pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or coronary bypass surgery or if they earned a “C” or worse on the 2022 spring Safety Grade assessment. Leapfrog applied additional criteria related to safe medication ordering practices, intensive care unit staffing and performance related to certain high-risk surgeries including bariatric surgery, hip replacements and lung cancer surgeries.
The digital platform Money announced its inaugural list of the Best Hospitals in America on July 6th, with Monmouth Medical Center among just 148 U.S. hospitals to receive the award.
“The RWJBarnabas Health mission ‘Let’s Be Healthy Together’ fits perfectly with Robin’s joy of movement and its transformative powers,” says Caitlin Olson, Regional Vice President of Development for MMC and its southern campus. “Her powerful and positive message is in keeping with our healthcare system’s mission to ensure people of all ages have the means and ability to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.”
“Instead of calling someone out, call them in, call someone in to this community,” she said in concluding her remarks. “And let us continue to ask ourselves these three questions: ‘What is my why?’, ‘Why not me?’ and ‘What decision would we make if we were twice as strong and twice as confident?’ When we are able to invoke the heroism in ourselves, our communities are unstoppable.”
Robin Menkowitz.left,Epstein,SimaCo-ChairsPowercenter,Arzón,withofPinkYakobyDMD,andDebbie
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Also on the program, two respected RWJBarnabas Health Southern Region oncology physician experts—board-certified internal medicine physician and medical oncologist, Seth D. Cohen, M.D., Regional Director of Oncology Services for the RWJBarnabas Health Southern Region, and Richard S. Lazzaro, M.D., FACS, Southern Region Chief of Thoracic Surgery—discussed the new regional thoracic oncology program. In partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the state’s only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, the new program is bringing state-of-the-art treatment to patients with lung cancer and other thoracic diseases.
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An avid ultra-marathon runner, best-selling author and global fitness leader, Arzón’s life mission is to redefine, reform and rethink possibility through movement. In 2020, she was named one of the most influential people on Fortune magazine’s 40 Under 40 list, and in 2021, she became the first-ever recipient of Glamour’s “Daring to Disrupt” Award.
A capacity audience at the July 21st Power of Pink Luncheon, a premier fund-raising luncheon for Cancer Services at Monmouth Medical Center (MMC), welcomed keynote speaker, Robin Arzón, Vice President of Fitness Programming at Peloton. Arzón provided a rousing address, stressing that “movement is medicine” and encouraging everyone to “focus on what you can do rather than any limitations.”
Peloton’s Robin Arzón delivers inspirational keynote speech at Monmouth Medical Center’s Power of Pink Luncheon.
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“The Council has been a wonderful partner and I want to assure you that Monmouth Medical Center is here with you, every step of the way,” says Eric Carney, President & CEO of MMC and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus. “The resources you help provide allow us to move forward as an institution and expand in the region, while at the same time, making sure each patient receives the personalized, individual care they need. As we take this journey together, we are so grateful to those who step up and lead the way.”
The event was co-chaired by Sima Yakoby Epstein, DMD, and Debbie Menkowitz, along with boutique co-chairs Jessica Buchner and Michelle Kutsak. Providing welcoming remarks was New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy, a past chair of the MMC Foundation Board of Trustees. One of the Foundation’s flagship events, the Power of Pink Luncheon raises funds to enhance the care delivered to oncology patients at MMC, and its dedicated volunteers have raised more than $6,000,000 to benefit the hospital’s Leon Hess Cancer Center. This year, proceeds from the event will benefit the development of innovative cancer services at the new Vogel Medical Campus in Tinton Falls.
The luncheon, presented by dedicated MMC Foundation community leaders who make up the Leon Hess Cancer Center Council, was held at the Rumson waterfront home of Mary and John M. Kiely. John M. Kiely is the CEO of the Kiely Family of Companies, Tinton Falls.
The best kind of back support is spine care close to home. Do it right. Here. When you have severe back problems, even the thought of traveling out of state for care can be painful. Fortunately, some of New Jersey’s most experienced spine surgeons are right here at Monmouth Medical Center. Our dedicated Spine Center offers the most-advanced surgical options and performs more procedures than anyone else in the region. Our team is ready to get you moving again. For a referral to a Monmouth Medical Center spine surgeon, call 888-724-7123. Find relief with our board-certified specialists just minutes away.
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* ICE CREAM HOFFMAN’S ICE CREAM, 569 CHURCH ST., SPRING LAKE, 732.974.2253; HOFFMANSICECREAM.NET What’s a summer at the Jersey Shore without a fix of your favorite cold treats? Hoffman’s has you covered with a delicious array of flavors—all homemade at the store’s Point Pleasant location. Load a cone of its signature Jersey Monkey ice cream, or go for something simpler such as chocolate-vanilla twist soft serve. Whatever you’re craving, Hoffman’s is sure to please. 2. GALLERIA RED BANK FARMER’S MARKET Bridge Avenue and West Front Street Red Bank 732.530.7300 thegalleriaredbank.com 3. MATT’S FARM MARKET 1740 Rte. 71 Belmar 732.449.5600 facebook.com/ mattsfarmmarketand gardencenter 1.RESTAURANTFRENCHPASCAL&SABINE 601 Bangs Avenue Asbury Park 732.774.3395 pascalandsabine.com 2. BARRELNICHOLAS&ROOST 160 Rte. 35 Red Bank 732.345.9977 barrelandroost.com 3. THE MARKETFRENCH 114 E. River Rd. Rumson 732.530.1692 thefrenchmarketnj.com 1.GOODIESGLUTEN-FREEPAPAGANACHE 106 Main St. Matawan 217 Main St. Manasquan 732.217.1750 papaganache.com 2. GOOD KARMA CAFÉ 17 E. Front St. Red Bank 732.450.8344 goodkarmacafenj.com 3. MAGICIANCUPCAKE 54 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732.530.5700 cupcakemagicianonline.com ORCHARDS1.GROCERYGOURMETDELICIOUS 320 Rte. 34 Colts Neck 732.462.1989 deliciousorchardsnj.com 2. LIVOTI’S OLD WORLD MARKET Multiple locations livotisoldworldmarket.com 3. SICKLES MARKET 1 Harrison Ave. Little Silver 732.741.9563 200 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732.852.5700 sicklesmarket.com 1.RESTAURANTGREEKTHEGREEKSPOT 1013 Rte. 35 Ocean Township 732.531.7770 15 North Bridge Ave. Red Bank 732.704.3255 thegreekspotnj.com 2. GREEK EATS 89 Newman Springs Rd. Shrewsbury 732.530.0777 gogreekeats.com 3. GREEKANEMOSCUISINE 333 Rte. 9 S. Manalapan 732.414.6590 anemosgreekcuisine.com HEALTH AND FOOD STORE 1. DEAN’S NATURAL FOOD MARKET 490 Broad St. Shrewsbury 732.842.8686 119 Rte. 35 Ocean Township 732.517.1515 deansnaturalfoodmarket.com 2. WHOLE FOODS Multiple locations wholefoods.com 3. NATURE’S CORNER NATURAL MARKET 2407 Rte. 71 Spring Lake 732.449.4950 175 Locust Ave. West Long Branch 732.449.4950 naturescornernatural market.com ICE CREAM 1. HOFFMAN’S ICE CREAM 569 Church St. Spring Lake 732.974.2253 hoffmansicecream.net 2. JERSEY FREEZE 120 Manalapan Ave. Freehold 732.462.3008 101 Crawfords Corner Rd. Holmdel 732.837.0355 jerseyfreeze1952.com 3. CREAMERYNICHOLAS Multiple locations nicholascreamery.com 1.RESTAURANTINDIANBOMBAYRIVER 90 Broad St. Red Bank 732.530.1598 bombayriver.com 2. NEELAM EXOTIC INDIAN CUISINE 1178 Rte. 35 Middletown 732.671.8900 neelamindiancuisine.com 3. HALDI CHOWK 1409 Rte. 35 N. Middletown 732.721.9539 haldichowkusa.com ITALIAN DELI 1. LIVOTI’S OLD WORLD MARKET Multiple locations livotisoldworldmarket.com 2. GOURMETTALIERCIO’SDELI 500 NJ.35 #7g Middletown 732.576.1888 facebook.com/taliercios 3. DEMARCO’S 1121 Rte. 34 Aberdeen 732.566.2112 demarcoscatering.com 1.RESTAURANTITALIANANJELICA’S 1070 Ocean Ave. Sea Bright 732.842.2800 anjelicas.com 2. PAZZO’S MMX 141 W. Front St. Red Bank 732.747.4551 pazzoredbank.com 3. CLARIZIOS ITALIAN RISTORANTE 3475 Rte. 9 Freehold 732.431.0536 clariziositalianristorante.com JUICE BAR 1. DEAN’S NATURAL MARKET 490 Broad St. Shrewsbury 732.842.8686 119 Rte. 35 Ocean Township 732.517.1515 deansnaturalfoodmarket.com 2. SEED TO SPROUT Multiple locations seedtosproutnj.com 3. NATURE’S CORNER NATURAL MARKET 2407 Rte. 71 Spring Lake 732.449.4950 175 Locust Ave. West Long Branch 732.449.4950 naturescornernaturalmarket. com 1.RESTAURANTJAPANESETAKAASBURY 660 Cookman Ave. Asbury Park 732.775.1020 takaasbury.com 2. ICHIBAN 2132 Rte. 35 S. Oakhurst 732.493.1115 ichibansteakhouse.com 3. SONO SUSHI 1098 Rte. 35 Middletown 732.706.3588 sonosushi.net 1.RESTAURANTMEXICANJUANITO’S 159 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732.747.9118 juanitosredbank.com 2. ROSALITA’S 180 Rte. 9 N. Englishtown 732.617.0099 rosiescantinanj.com 3. ABY’S 32 Main St. Matawan 732.583.9119 abysmexicanrestaurant.com OUTDOOR DINING 1. PROVING GROUND 56 Shrewsbury Ave. Highlands 732.872.2266 theprovingground.com 2. ROONEY’S 100 Ocean Ave. N. Long Branch 732.870.1200 rooneysocean.com 3. THE FISHERYBOONDOCKS 1 Marine Park Red Bank 732.747.7177 theboondocksfishery.com ORCHARDS1.PIESDELICIOUS 320 Rte. 34 Colts Neck 732.462.1989 deliciousorchardsnj.com 2. WEMROCK ORCHARDS 100 Wemrock Rd. Freehold 732.431.2668 wemrockorchard.com 3. TWIN POND FARMS 1473 Rte. 9 N. Howell 732.863.9363 twinpondfarm.com 1.PIZZAVIC’S AMERICANITALIANRESTAURANT 60 Main St. Bradley Beach 732.774.8225 vicspizza.com 32MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022
33MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 * JAPANESE RESTAURANT TAKA, 660 COOKMAN AVE., ASBURY PARK, 732.775.1020; TAKAASBURY.COM Grab your friends and enjoy a night of mouthwatering sushi and cocktails at this nearly 20-year-old Asbury mainstay. Sit out on the patio with a Lychee Lover martini or at the bar with a Blackberry Margarita while you select from a vibrant menu curated by chef Takahiro Hirai. You can’t go wrong with one of this establishment’s signature sushi rolls such as the Jun-San. Meat lovers, meanwhile, won’t be able to resist the pork spare ribs.
34MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 * NEW RESTAURANT A SALUTE ITALIAN RESTAURANT & BAR, 74 MAIN ST., MATAWAN, 732.566.0267; ASALUTENJ.COM A Salute inhabits a stunning, 170-year-old brick building that formerly housed a church. Diners will find all of their favorite Italian variations, from porcini raviola with black truffle cream to an array of Detroit-style pizzas. This is also a great stop for a sweet tooth: An order of amaretto gelato or a Nutella pizza, especially enjoyed on the patio, will hit the spot!
* HAPPY HOUR PROVING GROUND, 56 GROUND.COMTHEPROVING732.872.2266;AVE.,SHREWSBURYHIGHLANDS, In theory you can gauge your happy-hour choice by the wings and the music, and Proving Ground proves that theory right. This waterfront hot spot hosts live bands every night of the summer, and its wings have been earning rave reviews since the restaurant opened in 2018. That’s not all—the bar serves the newest craft beers and cocktails, and there are plenty of mimosas and bloody Marys available during Sunday brunch. For another hangover cure, sit back on the dog-friendly patio and soak up the oceanfront view. 35MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 2. TALULA’S 550 Cookman Ave #108 Asbury Park 732.455.3003 talulaspizza.com 3. ATTILIO’S PIZZA 1825 Rte. 35 Wall Township 732.556.0588 attiliospizzawall.com 1.RESTAURANTROMANTICMOONSTRUCK 517 Lake Ave. Asbury Park 732.988.0123 moonstrucknj.com 2. UNDICI 11 W. River Rd. Rumson 732.842.3880 undicirestaurant.com 3. NICHOLAS BARREL & ROOST 160 Rte. 35 Red Bank 732.345.9977 barrelandroost.com 1.MARKETSEAFOOD/FISHKEYPORTFISHERY 150 W. Front St. Keyport 732.264.9723 keyportfishery.com 2. LUSTY LOBSTER 88 Bay Ave. Highlands 732.291.4100 bestlobster.com 3. MR. SHRIMP 1608 Rte. 71 Belmar 732.681.7755 mrshrimp.com 1.STEAKHOUSECHARSTEAKHOUSE 33 Broad St. Red Bank 732.450.2427 charsteakhouse.com 2. STEAKHOUSEDANNY’S 11 Bridge Ave. Red Bank 732. 741. 6900 dannyssteakhouse.com 3. TEXAS ROADHOUSE Multiple locations texasroadhouse.com 1.TACOS10THAVE BURRITO COMPANY 801 Belmar Plz. Belmar 732.280.1515 tenthaveburrito.com 2. POP’S GARAGE 1000 Ocean Ave. N Asbury Park 732.576.2182 popsgaragenj.com 3. BARRIO COSTERO 610 Bangs Ave. Asbury Park 732.455.5544 barriocostero.com THAI RESTAURANT 1. BAMBOO LEAF 722-724 Main St. Bradley Beach 732.774.1661 bambooleafthaieatery.com 2. BANGKOK HOUSE 26 Rte. 35 Eatontown 732.389.3890 bangkokhousenj.com 3. SIAM PARADISE 2 Bridge Ave. Red Bank 732.741.2999 siamparadiseusa.com CAFÉ1.RESTAURANTVEGETARIANGOODKARMA 17 E. Front St. Red Bank 732.450.8344 goodkarmacafenj.com 2. SEED TO SPROUT Multiple locations seedtosproutnj.com 3. KAYA’S KITCHEN 1000 Main St. Belmar 732.280.1141 kayaskitchenbelmar.com 1.DININGWATERFRONTSALTCREEKGRILLE 4 Bingham Ave. Rumson 732.933.9272 saltcreekgrille.com/rumson 2. INLET CAFÉ 3 Cornwall St. Highlands 732.872.9764 inletcafe.com 3. LANGOSTA LOUNGE 1000 Ocean Ave. N. Asbury Park 732.455.3275 langostalounge.com 1.WINGSMJ’S Multiple locations mjsrestaurant.com 2. JACK’S GOAL LINE STAND 149 Brighton Ave. Long Branch 732.870.8800 583 River Rd. Fair Haven 732.747.6522 jacksgoallinestand.com 3. COURT JESTER 16 E. Main St. Freehold 732.462.1040 1077A Rte. 34 Aberdeen 732.566.6674 courtjesternj.com Editor’s Note: Readers raved about these six newly opened eateries (in alphabetical order). NEW RESTAURANT A SALUTE RESTAURANTITALIAN&BAR 74 Main St. Matawan 732.566.0267 asalutenj.com CARR HIGH CAFÉ 49 Carr Ave. Keansburg 732.344.6126 HEY BURGER NJ 180 Rte. 36 Hazlet 732.769.2300 IL RISTORANTECOLOSSEO 500 Rte. 35 Red Bank 732.383.5373 ilcolosseoristorante.com KIMCHI MAMA 504 Main St. Asbury Park 732.361.0756 kimchimama.net STRADA 91 First Ave. Atlantic Highlands 732.872.4632 stradapizzabar.com ENTERTAINMENT & &1.BEERNIGHTLIFESELECTIONASBURYFESTHALLEBIERGARTEN 527 Lake Ave Asbury Park 732.997.8767 asburybiergarten.com 2. TOMMY’S TAVERN & TAP Multiple locations tommystavernand tap.com 3. PROVING GROUND 56 Shrewsbury Ave. Highlands 732.872.2266 theprovingground. com GIRLS’ NIGHT 1.OUTTEAK 64 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732. 747. 5775 teakrestaurant.com 2. PINOT’S PALETTE Multiple locations pinotspalette.com 3. BAR ANTICIPATION 703 16th Ave. Lake Como 732.681.7422 bar-a.com GUYS’ NIGHT OUT 1. HATCHETSTUMPY’SHOUSE 22 Meridian Rd. Unit #5 Eatontown 732.544.5069 stumpyshh.com 2. YESTERCADES 80 Broad St. Red Bank 732. 383. 7873 yestercades.com 3. IPLAY AMERICA 110 Schanck Rd. Freehold 732. 577. 8200 iplayamerica.com DANCE LESSONS 1. EAST COAST DANCE COMPANY 2204 Rte. 35 Sea Girt 732.987.9047 eastcoastdancenj.com 2. STUDIO 7 2510 Belmar Blvd. Wall Township 732.280.1973 studio7nj.com 3. HOWELL ACADEMY OF DANCE 4015 Rte. 9 Howell Township 732.370.5520 howellacademy.com GYMNASTICS1.MONMOUTHSCHOOLGYMNASTICS 600 & 300 Campus Dr. Morganville 732.972.8811 monmouthgymnastics.com 2. GYMNASTICSAERIALS 151 Industrial Way E. #B Eatontown 732.389.0404 aerialsgymnasticsnj.com 3. ACE GYMNASTICS 2248 Rte. 9 S. Howell 732.577.1500 acegymnj.com HAPPY HOUR 1. THE GROUNDPROVING 56 Shrewsbury Ave. Highlands 732.872.2266 theprovingground.com 2. TEAK 64 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732. 747. 5775 teakrestaurant.com 3. BAR ANTICIPATION 703 16th Ave. Lake Como 732.681.7422 bar-a.com IRISH PUB 1. THE HOUSEDUBLIN 30 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732.747.6699 thedublinhouse.co 2. KELLY’S TAVERN 43 Rte. 35 Neptune City 732.775.9517 kellystavern.com 3. ST. GREENSTEPHEN’SPUBLICK HOUSE 2031 Rte. 71 Spring Lake Heights 732.449. 2626 ssgpub.com
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THE STONE PONY, 913 OCEAN AVE. N., ASBURY PARK, 732.502.0600; STONEPONYONLINE.COM iconic Asbury Park venue has earned an enduring place in rock ’n’ roll history. Opened in 1974, The Stone Pony has become synonymous with the Monmouth music scene, and to this day, fans flock here nightly for the chance that Bruce Springsteen will make one of his many surprise visits. But even if The Boss doesn’t show up, the landmark—particularly its outdoor Summer Stage—is one of the best ways to see outstanding performers.
KIDS’ PARTIES 1. SWEET! 702 10th Ave Belmar 732.280.8889 sweetbelmar.com 2. ROCKIN’ ROXANNE’S PARTY MAGIC 732.223.4432 rockinroxanne.com LIVE MUSIC 1. THE STONE PONY 913 Ocean Ave. N. Asbury Park 732.502.0600 stoneponyonline.com 2. GROUNDPROVING 56 Shrewsbury Ave Highlands 732.872.2266 theprovingground.com 3. JAMIAN’S FOOD AND DRINK 79 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732.747.8050 jamiansfood.com 1.COCKTAILSSPECIALTYWATERMARK 800 Ocean Ave. Second Floor Asbury Park 732.455.3447 watermarkap.com 2. GROUNDPROVING 56 Shrewsbury Ave Highlands 732.872.2266 theprovingground.com 3. 10TH AVE BURRITO COMPANY 801 Belmar Plz. Belmar 732.280.1515 tenthaveburrito.com NEIGHBORHOOD BAR 1. MURPHY’S TAVERN 17 Ward Ln. Rumson 732.842.1600 murphystavernrumson.com 2. PUBMALONEY’S&GRILL 119 Main St. Matawan 732. 583. 4040 maloneyspubnj.com 3. REEF & BARREL 153 Sea Girt Ave. Manasquan 732.449.4114 reefandbarrel.com PUBLIC GOLF COURSE 1. SHARK RIVER GOLF COURSE 320 Old Corlies Ave. Neptune City 732.922.4141 sharkrivergolfcourse.com 2. COURSESPRINGSCHARLESTONGOLF 101 Woodville Rd. Millstone 732.409.7227 charlestonsprings.com 3. GOLFSUNEAGLESCLUB 2000 Lowther Dr. Eatontown 732.389.4300 suneaglesgolf.com SPORTS BAR 1. MJ’S RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL Multiple locations mjsrestaurant.com 2. FIRESIDE GRILL & BAR 133 South Main St. Marlboro 732.780.7900 firesidegrillandbar.com 3. BAR ANTICIPATION 703 16th Ave. Lake Como 732.681.7422 bar-a.com ACTIVEWEARSHOPPING1.LULULEMON Multiple locations shop.lululemon.com 2. BACK TO BASICS 236 Norwood Ave. Oakhurst 732.531.3632 back2basicsbyjm.com 3. MONMOUTH BEACH YOGA & WELLNESS 36 Beach Rd. Suite 10 Monmouth Beach 973.452.2828 mbyogaandwellness.com 1.BOOKSTOREBARNES&NOBLE Multiple locations barnesandnoble.com 2. RIVER ROAD BOOKS 759 River Rd. Fair Haven 732.747.9455 riverroadbooks.net 3. BOOKTOWNE 171 Main St. Manasquan 732.722.7255 booktowne.com BOUTIQUE1.BOUTIQUECHILDREN’SJEWELEDSTUDIO 305 Rte. 9 S. Manalapan 732.303.9433 jeweledstudio.com 2. CUTIES 703 Broad St. A101 Shrewsbury 732.268.8979 cutieschildrens boutique.com 1.VINTAGECONSIGNMENT/CLOTHINGSQUANDRYGOODS 73 Main St. Manasquan 732.612.3258 instagram.com/ squandrygoods 2. GREEN STREET 40 Broad St. Red Bank 732.268.7913 greenestreetstores.com 3. BOUTIQUEREFINEMINT 880 Main St. Belford 732.495.1001 facebook.com/ refinemintboutique FIRST1.EYEWEAREYESONAVE 89 First Ave. Atlantic Highlands 732.291.3937 eyesonfirstave.com 2. EYE DESIGN RED BANK 90 Broad St. Red Bank 732.530.6865 eyedesignnj.com 3. AN EYE TO THE FUTURE 935 Rte. 34 Suite 1A Matawan 732.583.9797 aneyetothefuture.com FINE JEWELRY 1. JEWELERSLEONARDO(TIE) 35 E. Front St. Red Bank 732.747.7880 leonardojewelers.com 1. JEWELERSNEVES (TIE) 557 Rte. 35 Shrewsbury 732.741.7757 nevesjewelers.com 2. EARTH JEWELERS 178 Rte. 35 Eatontown shopearthtreasures.com 3. JEWELED STUDIO BOUTIQUE (COSTUME) 305 Rte. 9 South Manalapan 732.303.9433 jeweledstudio.com 1.FLORISTSICKLES MARKET 1 Harrison Ave. Little Silver 732.741.9563 200 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732.852.5700 sicklesmarket.com 2. GARDENSBOXWOOD 807 River Rd. Fair Haven 732.747.5990 boxwoodgardenflorist.net 3. BLOOMING LOTUS FLORAL DESIGN 347 Maple Pl. Keyport 732.687.6426 GIFT SHOP 1. JEWELED STUDIO BOUTIQUE 305 Rte. 9 S. Manalapan 732.303.9433 jeweledstudio.com 2. THE BARN AT CALGO 462 AdelphiaFarmingdale Rd. Howell 732.919.7770 calgogardens.com/the-barn 3. BUNGALOW ROAD Multiple locations bungalowroad.com MEN’S FASHION 1. GARMANY 121 Broad St. Red Bank 732. 576. 8500 garmany.com 2. MICHAEL DURU CLOTHIERS 801 Broad St. Shrewsbury 732. 741. 1999 michaelduru.com 3. VILLAGE TWEED 1213 Third Ave. Spring Lake 732.449.2723 villagetweedinc.com 1.NURSERYTHEBARN AT CALGO 462 AdelphiaFarmingdale Rd. Howell 732.919.7770 calgogardens.com/the-barn 36MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022
37MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 * FLORIST SICKLES MARKET, MULTIPLE LOCATIONS; SICKLESMARKET.COM Walk through the greenhouse and let the garden experts pick out your perfect perennial. The floral department will decorate your special event with arrangements sure to inspire. This family-owned, one-stop-shop is perfect for all your gardening needs too, as well as produce, catering, bakery items and gifts.
38MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 * DAY SPA AQUA SPA, 167 ROUTE 9 S., MARLBORO, 732.422.5005; AQUASPASALON.COM With the slogan “Beauty defined,” this eight-time Best of Monmouth winner is sure to meet every expectation of luxury. Its services include massages, facials, mani/pedis and even eyelash extensions. The staff will have you looking and feeling your best while ensuring that you get the most bang for your buck. Indulge in the popular warm stone massage or the new aroma manicure.
* FITNESS STUDIO POE FAIR HAVEN, 772 RIVER RD., FAIR HAVEN, POEFAIRHAVEN.COM732.268.8350; Get your sweat on at this innovative studio, which offers 50-minute, instructor-led classes that promise to challenge and energize you and leave you coming back for more. Firebeat, for instance, is a rhythm-based class done in a 100-degree infrared heated room. (Be sure to bring a towel.) There’s also hot yoga and The MVMNT, a class that stresses inner strength, peace—and your core. 2. BROCK FARMS HOME & GARDEN 4189 Rte. N. Freehold 732.462.2700 375 Rte. 34 Colts Neck 732.4620900 brockfarms.com 3. SICKLES MARKET 1 Harrison Ave. Little Silver 732.741.9563 200 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732.852.5700 sicklesmarket.com PET BOUTIQUE 1. THE DOG SPAW 8 Fairview Ave. Little Silver 732.747.9744 8 Thoreau Dr. Freehold 732.570.3255 thedog-spaw.com 2.WOOF GANG BAKERY AND GROOMING Multiple locations woofgangbakery.com/ 3. PET’S GENERAL STORE 32 Prospect Plz. Little Silver 732.345.1200 facebook.com/ petsgeneralstorenj SURF SHOP 1. BRAVE NEW WORLD 61 Oceanport Ave. Little Silver 732.842.6767 bravesurf.com 2. LUCKY DOG SURF CO. 1096 Ocean Ave. N Sea Bright 732.314.6900 luckydogsurf.com 3. BARE WIRES SURF SHOP 1307 3rd Ave Spring Lake 732.359.7780 barewiresurfshop.com 1.FASHIONWOMEN’SGARMANY 121 Broad St. Red Bank 732.576.8500 garmany.com HEALTH & BEAUTY AIRBRUSH TAN 1. BRONZE COUTURE TAN & SPA 980 Shrewsbury Ave. Suite 7A Tinton Falls 732.542.0012 bronzecouture.com 2. HEALTHY GLOW 133 Markham Pl. Little Silver 732. 450. 0400 healthyglownj.com 3. AVANTI DAY RESORT 345 Rte. 9 Manalapan 732.780.0222 avantidayresort.com 1.BARBEROLDWORLD SHAVING PARLOR 12 West Front St. Red Bank 732.345.9700 oldworldshavingparlor.com 2. MIKE’S BARBER & STYLING SHOP 669 Newman Springs Rd. Lincroft 732.747.3868 3. SALON KOKOPELLI (TIE) 201 Union Ave. Brielle 732.223.2600 311 Morris Ave. Spring Lake 732.449.7444 salonkokopelli.com 3. BENZ BARBER SHOP (TIE) 117 Main St. Matawan 732.566.2212 facebook.com/benzs-barbershop-1572283753014787 BODY WAXING 1. AQUASPA 167 Rte. 9 S. Englishtown 732.422.5005 aquaspasalon.com 2. EUROPEAN WAX CENTER Multiple locations waxcenter.com 3. WAKS. 700 Main St. Avon-by-the-Sea 848.233.4973 waksbykayla.com DAY SPA 1. AQUASPA 167 Rte. 9 S. Englishtown 732.422.5005 aquaspasalon.com 2. KUR STUDIOSWELLNESS 412 Bond St. Asbury Park 732.361.8956 kurstudios.com 3. CRYOLETE 1319 Memorial Dr. Asbury Park 732.455.2256 cryolete.com 1.SHAPINGEYEBROWAQUASPA 167 Rte. 9 S. Englishtown 732.422.5005 aquaspasalon.com 2. ARCH BROW BAR 782 Broad St. Shrewsbury 732.933.0400 archbrowbar.com 3. WAKS. 700 Main St. Avon-by-the-Sea 848.233.4973 waksbykayla.com 1.FACIALAQUASPA 167 Rte. 9 S. Englishtown 732.422.5005 aquaspasalon.com 2. KUR STUDIOSWELLNESS 412 Bond St. Asbury Park 732.361.8956 kurstudios.com 3. KOKOPELLISALON 201 Union Ave. Brielle 732.223.2600 311 Morris Ave. Spring Lake 732.449.7444 salonkokopelli.com 1.STUDIOFITNESSPOEFAIR HAVEN 772 River Rd. Fair Haven 732.268.8350 poefairhaven.com 2. PYOUR SYNERGYCORE/HOTYOGA 38 Church St. Little Silver 732.758.9200 pyourcore.com 3. KUR STUDIOSWELLNESS 412 Bond St. Asbury Park 732.361.8956 kurstudios.com 1.CENTERWELLNESSHOLISTICTULAYOGA 1212 Rte. 34 #27 Aberdeen 732.970.7500 yogateachertrainingnj.com 2. MONMOUTH BEACH YOGA & WELLNESS 36 Beach Rd. Suite 10 Monmouth Beach 973.452.2828 mbyogaandwellness.com 3. PYOUR SYNERGYCORE/HOTYOGA 38 Church St. Little Silver 732.758.9200 pyourcore.com 1.APPLICATIONMAKEUPSALONKOKOPELLI 201 Union Ave. Brielle 732.223.2600 311 Morris Ave. Spring Lake 732.449.7444 salonkokopelli.com 2. AVANTI DAY RESORT 345 Rte. 9 Manalapan 732.780.0222 avantidayresort.com 3. ELAN HAIR STUDIO 2150 Rte. 35 Sea Girt 732.449.912 elanhairstudionj.com 1.MASSAGEAQUASPA 167 Rte. 9 S. Englishtown 732. 422. 5005 aquaspasalon.com 2. KUR STUDIOSWELLNESS 412 Bond St. Asbury Park 732. 361. 8956 kurstudios.com 3. KINETRIC WELLNESS 3200 Sunset Ave. #200 Ocean Township 732.810.3798 kinetricwellness.com PHARMACY1.PHARMACYLITTLESILVER 10 Church St. Little Silver 732.741.1121 littlesilverfamilypharmacy. com 2. RUMSON PHARMACY 22 W. River Rd. Rumson 732.842.1234 rumsonpharmacy.com 3. MAIN PHARMACY AT SPRING LAKE 1206 Third Ave. Spring Lake 732.449.6157 mainpharmacysl.com CENTERREHABILITATION1.THERAPYPHYSICALKESSLER Multiple locations Kesslerrehabilitation center.com 2. SOAR THERAPYPHYSICALACUPUNCTURE 2123 Rte. 35 Sea Girt 732.449.2001 soarpt.com 2. JOINT MEDICINETHERAPYPHYSICALANDSPORTS 40 Old Country Rd. Middletown 732.487.2300 jointphysicaltherapy.com 39MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022
* SALON GERBER SALON, 100 W. FRONT ST., KEYPORT, 732.888.7575; GERBERSALON.COM The team at Gerber Salon isn’t simply a staff of hair stylists—they’re artists. Established in 1988 by Lorraine DeVizia and Robert Gerber, the salon offers a full range of hair services, including extensions, blowouts and hair masks. With gorgeous cuts, luxury haircare and expert coloring, Gerber succeeds in celebrating the art of the hairstyle. 3. ATLANTIC PHYSICAL THERAPY CENTER Multiple locations atlanticptcenter.com 3. THERAFIT REHAB 1275 Rte. 35 Ste 7 Middletown 732.639.0068 443 Rte. 34 Unit J Matawan 732.955.9505 therafitrehab.com 1.SALONGERBER SALON 100 W. Front St. Keyport 732.888.7575 gerbersalon.com 2. AQUASPA 167 Rte. 9 S. Englishtown 732. 422.5005 aquaspasalon.com 3. 10TH & VINE HAIR CO. 34 Broad St. Matawan 732.583.1800 10thandvinehairco.com CYCLING1.INDOORSPINNING/CYCLINGCLEMENTINESTUDIO 813 River Rd. Fair Haven 732.784.7735 Clementinecycling.com 2. TANDEM CYCLE 233 E. Main St. #8 Manasquan 732.223.3206 200 Cookman Ave. Asbury Park 732.455.8191 tandem-cycle.com 3. CYCLE AND CRYO FITNESS STUDIO 335 Rte. 9 S. Englishtown 732.677.2800 cycleandcryo.com 1.CAREURGENTCENTRAL JERSEY URGENT MYINSTADOCCARE/ Multiple locations myinstadoc.com 2. IMMEDIATE CARE Multiple locations immcare.com/ 3. FAMILY FIRST URGENT CARE 1803 Rte. 35 N. Oakhurst 732.531.0100 200 Wyckoff Rd. 1500 Eatontown 732.380.5456 familyfirst-urgentcare.com YOGA STUDIO 1. TULA YOGA 1212 Rte. 34 #27 Aberdeen 732.970.7500 yogateachertrainingnj.com 2. HOT AND SOUL YOGA 10 Merchants Way & Rte. 34 Colts Neck 565 Rte. 35 N. Unit#4 Middletown 732.856.0870 hotandsoulyoga.com 3. MONMOUTH BEACH YOGA & WELLNESS 36 Beach Rd. Suite 10 Monmouth Beach 973.452.2828 mbyogaandwellness.com BICYCLES1.BIKESERVICESREPAIRSHREWSBURY 765 Broad St. Shrewsbury 732.741.2799 shrewsburybicycles.com 2. BRIELLE CYCLERY 205 Union Ave. Brielle 732.528.9121 briellecyclery.com 3. BIKEBELMARSHOP 1318 Main St. Belmar 732.681.8228 belmarbikeshop.com DOG DAYCARE 1. GREEN LEAF PET RESORT 23 Burnt Tavern Rd. Millstone Township 609.259.1500 1602 Rte. 35 Oakhurst 732.272.0800 greenleafpetresort.com 2. PURR’N POOCH 86 Gilbert St. W. Tinton Falls 732.842.4949 2424 Rte. 35 Wall Township 732.528.8100 purrnpooch.com 3. CAMP BOW WOW Multiple locations campbowwow.com DOG GROOMER 1. GREEN LEAF PET RESORT 23 Burnt Tavern Rd. Millstone Township 609. 259.1500 1602 Rte. 35 Oakhurst 732.272.0800 greenleafpetresort.com 2. THE DOG SPAW OF LITTLE SILVER & FREEHOLD 8 Fairview Ave. Little Silver 732. 747.9744 594 Park Ave. Freehold 732.570.3255 Thedog.spaw.com 3. SANDY PAWS (TIE) 682 Broad St. Shrewsbury 732.842.263 sandypawsnj.com 3. POODLEPLANET(TIE) 484 Rte. 35 Red Bank 732.741.4114 2024 New Bedford Rd. Spring Lake 732.449.5300 planetpoodlenj.com PET1.TRAININGDOGGREENLEAFRESORT 23 Burnt Tavern Rd. Millstone Township 609.259.1500 1602 Rte. 35 Oakhurst 732.272.0800 greenleafpetresort.com 2. JERSEY SHORE DOGS 848.208.2641 jerseyshoredogtraining.com 3. PAWSOME WALKS AND UNIVERSITY 732.685.9565 pawsomewalksnj.com CLEANERS1.CLEANERDRYWHITEDOVE 80 Water St. Red Bank 732.224.1137 45 Gilbert St. S. Tinton Falls 732.530.0577 whitedovecleanersnj.com 2. PAT THE TAILOR 2510 Belmar Blvd. Wall Township 732.280.8206 patthetailornj.com 3. 5 STAR CLEANERS 712 Newman Springs Rd. Lincroft 732.450.9444 1.DESIGNINTERIORSALTDESIGN CO 200 Monmouth St. Red Bank 732.268.7073 saltdesigncompany.com 2. RED GINGER HOME 66 Broad St. Red Bank 732.345.1000 redgingerhome.com PET BOARDING 1. GREEN LEAF PET RESORT 23 Burnt Tavern Rd. Millstone Township 609.259.1500 1602 Rte. 35 Oakhurst 732.272.0800 greenleafpetresort.com 2. PURR’N POOCH 86 Gilbert St. W. Tinton Falls 732.842.4949 2424 Rte. 35 Wall Township 732. 528.8100 3. GROOMER HAS IT 184 Rte. 9 Englishtown 732.536.0450 groomerhasitnj.com 3. DOGS ON THE FARM 790 Kings Hwy E. #2327 Atlantic Highlands 732.872.7543 dogsonthefarm.com HOSPITALVETERINARY1.CENTERVETERINARYREDBANK 197 Hance Ave. Tinton Falls 732.747.3636 redbankvet.com 2. GARDEN SPECIALISTSVETERINARYSTATE 1 Pine St. Tinton Falls 732.922.0011 gsvs.org 3. HOSPITALVETERINARYATLANTIC 2405 Rte. 71 Spring Lake 732.444.3686 atlanticvh.com 40MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022
41MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 * DOG TRAINING GREEN LEAF PET RESORT, 23 BURNT TAVERN RD., MILLSTONE TOWNSHIP, 609.259.1500; GREENLEAFPETRESORT.COM
From grooming to training to boarding, your fur baby is sure to give Green Leaf Pet Resort 10 out of 10 tail wags. The pooch might even be on a better vacation than you are, thanks to the pet resort’s aquatic center, glass boarding suites and a minimum of five walks per day. Green Leaf’s expert staff will ensure that your animal pal has the best possible stay at their 56-acre natural retreat. This place even offers portraits of Fido and Sally taken by a professional photographer.
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Classes are just getting started but haven’t reached the height of their curriculums. There’s still time this summer to take your family to a destination that will engage young imaginations and inform as it entertains. Each of the half-dozen attractions here is within driving distance of Monmouth County. Just promise your kids there won’t be a quiz.
Whom to take: The family-friendly museum has fun and educational exhibits for all ages. Strollers are permitted except in theaters, outside which stroller parking is available. Distance from Monmouth: 54 miles Why go now: If your kid loves turtles and marine life (or maybe it’s you), check out the museum’s new feature flick Turtle Odyssey, which debuted in July and runs through the end of the year at the LeFrak Theater. Valuable lessons can also be learned at “Extinct and Endangered: Insects in Peril,” another recently opened exhibit that spotlights threatened ecosystems and insect species and features largeformat photos, some as big as 8 feet. Where to grab a bite: The museum food court serves sandwiches, salads and the like. If you leave the facility, try The Milling Room for modern American fare, Thyme & Tonic for gluten-free eats or, of course, Shake Shack. For reservations and pricing: amnh.org
Whom to take: Though open to all ages, the facility is ideal for visitors in second grade and up—and all those interested in wild birds. Distance from Monmouth: 57 miles Why go now: Chances are good that you’ve recently looked up and seen a large bird of prey. Hawks, eagles and owls are becoming more common in North Jersey. The Raptor Trust is a bird rehab center—the staff takes care of birds that are found injured in the wild and releases them when nursed back to health. Those that can no longer survive in the wild remain at the trust and are used to educate the public. Summer is the perfect time to take a self-guided tour and see the resident raptors. Guided tours and programs are booked for the season, but fall reservations are underway. Where to grab a bite: The trust doesn’t have on-site eateries, but a short drive will take you to the Millington Station Café (breakfast and burgers), Bonji Bowls (bowls and smoothies) and Fu Feng Yuan (Chinese). For reservations and pricing: theraptortrust.org
MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, NEW YORK CITY, N.Y.
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Six family day-trip destinations offer real educational value, well camouflaged by fun. Let your kids lead the way.
Whom to take: Middle and high school students interested in STEAM subjects (that’s science, technology, engineering, arts and math) can learn and have fun at this center on the Sacred Heart University campus. Distance from Monmouth: 112 miles Why go now: Students can enhance their knowledge in brush up on their STEAM subjects. Future engineers may immerse themselves in the world of planes and rockets at the “Science in Flight” exhibits, surgeons-in-training can learn basics at “Teddy Bear Triage” and astronomy buffs may travel to the final frontier at “The Universe and You.” The planetarium offers three daily shows featuring planets and star systems projected onto a 33-foot diameter dome. Where to grab a bite: A small food court and vending machines are on site, but downtown Bridgeport offers more options. Merritt Canteen is a popular spot for burgers, Bereket Turkish Restaurant is perfect for falafel and kebobs and the Galaxy Diner has just about everything to fill hungry bellies. For reservations and pricing: shudiscovery.org
DISCOVERY SCIENCE CENTER & BRIDGEPORT,PLANETARIUM,CONN.
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Whom to take: Ideal for children ages 1 to 7 years, but older children can enjoy exhibits too. Distance from Monmouth: 60 miles Why go now: Young ones who are learning how to play and developing social skills will enjoy hands-on exhibits and programs like sculpting with clay, making murals and constructing cardboard structures. One exciting exhibit for all ages is “Food & Family,” where little ones go through three interconnected zones: grocery, home and industrial kitchen. Where to grab a bite: Enjoy pizza, ice cream and more at the museum’s Garden Grille Café or head out into the city near Drexel University to dine at Sabrina’s Café or White Dog Café. More options are a stone’s throw away across the Schuylkill River: Bad Brother for burgers, Trio for ThaiAsian and Little Pete’s for familiar diner food. For reservations and pricing: pleasetouchmuseum.org
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ADVENTURE AQUARIUM AND BATTLESHIP NEW JERSEY, CAMDEN, N.J. Whom to take: Both attractions are suitable for all ages, though battleship history is more in line with lesson plans in middle school and up (and perfect for military history buffs). Special tours are available for select age groups. Distance from Monmouth: 56 miles Why go now: Shark Week on TV is great, but there’s nothing like seeing these great fish up close. The aquarium’s “Shark Summer” takes place through Sept. 4 and includes special events to complement the popular Shark Tunnel and Shark Bridge exhibits. Kids and parents can learn a different maritime lesson aboard the Battleship New Jersey. Tour a real battleship—go up and down ladders, step through passageways and maneuver tight spaces just as the officers and crew once did. Where to grab a bite: The aquarium offers dining options such as The Marketplace and Flying Fish Beer Garden. Elsewhere you can grab a burger at nearby Liberty Point, a cheesesteak at Oh Brother Philly or a breakfast sandwich or pastries at Freida. For reservations and pricing: adventureaquarium.com and battleshipnewjersey.org
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Whom to take: The attraction is suitable for all ages and especially for young adventurers interested in Earth science. Strollers, wheelchairs and other wheeled devices are not permitted in the cave. Distance from Monmouth: 200 miles Why go now: Head 156 feet below the Earth’s surface to tour limestone corridors, ancient boulders and a subterranean river—plus, at around 50 degrees, the cave is the perfect way to beat August heat. There are several ways to see and experience the caverns: The Traditional Tour is a 90-minute expedition and boat ride, the easiest option, while the Adventure Tour will require you to get down and dirty for a two-hour spelunking journey with an experienced guide. Where to grab a bite: Because food isn’t allowed in the caves, you’ll have to find eats above ground. In nearby Cobleskill, N.Y., you can stop at Rubbin Butts Bar-B-Q for burgers, wings, ribs and pizza, or the Red Barn Clubhouse at Cobleskill Golf and Country Club for elevated dining. More pizzerias and chain eateries are located in town as well. For reservations and pricing: howecaverns.com
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{ TASTES } KEEP IT SIMPLE SHERRY-BRAISED CHICKEN WITH ARTICHOKE HEARTS Yields 4-6 servings INGREDIENTS: n ▢½ tsp. sea salt n ▢1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste n ▢1 tsp. smoked paprika n ▢3-pound whole chicken, cut into pieces n ▢6 Tbs. unsalted butter n ▢2 Tbs. dry vermouth n ▢2 cups quartered cremini mushrooms n ▢2 Tbs unbleached all-purpose flour n ▢²⁄³ cup chicken stock n ▢2 Tbs. Manzanilla sherry n ▢kosher salt to taste n ▢2 cups canned artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and halved n ▢flat-leaf parsley, for garnish
In September we head back to our busy, back-to-the-grind routines. Make it easy with these three delicious meals. Just toss a salad, and you’re all set.
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DIRECTIONS: Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a small bowl mix together the sea salt, 1 teaspoon pepper and paprika. Sprinkle the mixture on all sides of the chicken and set aside. Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken on all sides, working in batches if needed. Transfer the chicken to a large Dutch oven and set aside. Deglaze the skillet with the vermouth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Lower the heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. When the butter starts to foam add the mushrooms and sauté until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle the mushrooms with flour and stir. Add the chicken broth and the sherry in a thin stream while stirring. Simmer and stir for an additional 2 minutes. Season to taste with kosher salt and pepper. Pour the mushroom and sherry sauce over the chicken. Wedge the artichoke hearts between the chicken pieces. Cover and cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, 50 to 55 minutes. To serve, place the chicken pieces on a large platter and top with the artichoke hearts, mushrooms, juices and flatleaf parsley. If you don’t have sherry or vermouth on hand, you can swap out both with a dry white wine, such as Sauvignon blanc or Pinot Grigio. And if you prefer to make this dish without alcohol, substitute apple cider vinegar for the sherry and white wine vinegar for the vermouth.”
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Preheat the oven to 425°F with one rack on the top third and one on the bottom third. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry into a 10-by-14-inch rectangle. Using a paring knife, lightly score the border of the pastry to create a ¼-inch margin. Place the pastry on the prepared baking sheet and prick it inside the border with a fork to prevent puffing. In a medium bowl, toss the carrots with the oil, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper.
Spread the carrots in a single layer on a separate baking sheet. Place the puff pastry on the upper rack. Place the carrots on the lower rack. Bake the pastry until it is lightly golden, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Roast the carrots until the edges are golden brown and the carrots are tender but crisp, 15 to 20 minutes. While the puff pastry and carrots are in the oven, drop the garlic through the tube of a food processor fitted with the metal blade to mince. Add the ricotta, feta and ¼ cup of the raisins and process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Spread the cheese mixture within the borders of the puff pastry. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup raisins over the cheese and arrange the carrots in a single layer on top. Return to the oven and bake until the carrots are tender, and the edges of the cheese mixture start to turn golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Garnish with the chives, slice into squares, and serve.
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In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chickpeas, thyme and cayenne pepper. Season with the 1 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Cook until the chickpeas start to turn a deep golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chickpeas to a bowl and set aside. Reduce the heat to medium and add the wine and lemon juice to deglaze the pan. Add the shallots to the skillet and sauté until they are soft, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté 1 additional minute. Pour in the cream and cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
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Chickpeas are an excellent source of plant-based protein that you can keep handy in your pantry for quick weeknight meals. Make sure to rinse off your canned beans when you drain them, as this will help to reduce the sodium content by 41 percent.”
Turn the heat to low and add the spinach a handful at a time. Allow each batch to wilt before adding the next. Use a slotted spoon or skimmer to transfer the pasta from the pot of water to the pan of spinach and cream sauce. Add the Parmigiano and 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. Stir the mixture briskly over medium-high heat until the sauce is thick, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter. Top with the chickpeas. Toss and serve immediately.
All photos and recipes are reprinted with permission from The Art of Pantry Cooking by Ronda Carman. Photos by Matthew Mead. Rizzoli 2022. { TASTES } LEMON PARMESAN PASTA WITH CHICKPEAS Yields 4-6 servings INGREDIENTS: n ▢1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more for pasta cooking water n ▢12 oz. bucatini or spaghetti n ▢3 Tbs. grapeseed oil n ▢2 15.5-oz. cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed n ▢1 Tbs. finely chopped fresh thyme leaves n ▢1 pinch ground cayenne pepper n ▢½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper n ▢2 Tbs. dry white wine n ▢1 Tbs. freshly squeezed lemon juice n ▢2 shallots, finely chopped n ▢4 cloves garlic, minced n ▢½ cup heavy cream n ▢1 5-oz. bag baby spinach n ▢½ cup finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it to taste. Cook the pasta until it is just short of al dente, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat. Do not drain the pasta.
A SHOWCASE OF INNOVATIVE BUSINESSES AROUND MONMOUTH COUNTY. SPECIAL PROMOTION FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE
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“At Delicious Orchards, we’re all about family. The goal has always been to make Delicious Orchards feel like home to any and all who pass through our doors.” - The McDonald Family
And by no means are they ever done. Stop by and enjoy the recent expansion of the on-site farm with fields of glorious cut blooms, sunflowers and the freshest, local produce. What’s more, unique gift baskets filled with fruits, gourmet delicacies, an assortment of cheeses, and mouth-watering baked goods can be readily shipped so that you and your loved ones can experience Delicious Orchards no matter where you live in the country.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACES OF A TRUE FAMILY TREE THE MCDONALD FAMILY DELICIOUS ORCHARDS Route 34 South, Colts Neck, NJ 07722 | 732.462.1989 | www.deliciousorchardsnj.com
WHAT STARTED OVER 100 YEARS AGO AS AN APPLE AND PEACH ORCHARD is now Delicious Orchards - The Country Food Market. Through the years, The McDonald Family has worked hard to change and shape the operation see today. Always striving to enhance the shopping experience, customers can expect specialty department and new product all while keeping the exceptional qualities that make Delicious Orchards timeless.
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FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAW PETE O’MARA, ESQ. THE O’MARA LAW FIRM 600 Broad St., Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 | 732.530.5305 | www.omaralawoffice.com
ATTORNEY PETE O’MARA HAS BEEN AGGRESSIVELY ADVOCATING FOR CLIENTS and working in the CriminalJustice System for 35 years. Mr. O’Mara has been recognized as one of the Nation’s top advocates in the field of Criminal and DWI Defense by SuperLawyers (honored for 17 straight years), AVVO, the National Trial Lawyers, America’s Top 100 Attorneys, Attorney and Practice Magazine, Monmouth Health and Life, National Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers, National Association of Distinguished Counsel, American Institute of DWI Attorneys, America’s Best Advocates, and more…. Mr. O’Mara’s reputation as a knowledgeable, respected, and caring Trial Attorney has been built by his peers, and his services are widely referred by satisfied clients, Police Officers, Judges, Prosecutors, and other attorneys, preferring the tried and true “word of mouth” approach to garnering new clients. He is frequently asked by legal organizations to teach seminars for his colleagues, has testified as an expert on breath testing devices in the NJ State Senate, and has numerous landmark “published decisions” in his field. His compassionate and hard-hitting style has yielded amazing results for thousands of satisfied clients.
“YOU DESERVE A SPECIALIST,” SAYS DR. ANTHONY SALLUSTIO, when it comes to enhancing your smile. Known for his excellence in Prosthodontics and Maxillofacial prosthetics, Dr. Sallustio has teamed with Dr. Ashley Azizian merging their unique combination of skills with digital impression technology to create esthetic, comfortable and functional results. With a focus on implants, crowns, bridges and porcelain veneers, Dr. Sallustio and Dr. Azizian help patients regain confidence in their smile.
Patients appreciate the support by a well-trained dedicated staff and in-house lab technicians. The doctors also provide life changing treatments including same-day All-on-4 implants and bridges, and prosthetics for oral cancer, trauma and congenital defects including cleft lip and palate. Dr. Sallustio also recognizes the impact of education and dedicates his time lecturing on a national circuit where he shares his expertise on the latest procedures and technologies in order to contribute to the highest standards and methodologies in his industry.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACES OF IMPLANT DENTISTRY ANTHONY SALLUSTIO, D.D.S., ASHLEY AZIZIAN, D.D.S. 1300 Allenhurst Ave., Ocean, NJ 07712 | 732.531.4046 | www.drasallustio.com
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF REALHOLMDELESTATE DOREEN DEMARCO BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FOX & ROACH, REALTORS 963 Holmdel Rd, Holmdel, NJ 07733 | O: 732.946.3200 C: 732.241.5015 | www.doreendemarco.com doreen.demarco@foxroach.com A TOUR DE FORCE OF MONMOUTH AND OCEAN COUNTY REAL ESTATE, Doreen DeMarco is a topproducing realtor and licensed broker with extensive knowledge of her community, passion for client success and a track record of exceptional negotiating. After 35 years of living in Holmdel, there’s not much she couldn’t tell you about the area. Doreen thinks of herself as a counselor and facilitator for her clients, not just a representative. She’s an always-available, hands-on guide from start to finish who knows that the devil is in the details. For sellers, Doreen will craft a narrative through staging and photography that amplifies the best and most marketable aspects of their home. Buyers can expect insight that goes well beyond comps and nearby amenities to find them not just a house that suits their needs, but a home that suits their life. This client-centric approach has really made a difference for past clients like Carrie: Doreen is a superb agent. She is diligent and fastidious and always very responsive. We are super appreciative that she found buyers who love our home as much as we did!
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF WINDOWS & DOORS BILL MCDERMOTT WOODHAVEN LUMBER & MILLWORK 845 Broad St., Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 | 200 James St., Lakewood, NJ 08701 | 725 E. Bay Ave., Manahawkin, NJ 08050 1303 Richmond Ave., Point Pleasant, NJ 08742 | 848.222.2310 (Windows/Doors Department) | www. woodhavenlumber.com WINDOWS AND DOORS ARE, WITHOUT A DOUBT, TWO OF THE MOST IMPORTANT FEATURES IN A HOME. They insulate from the cold and heat, provide a source of natural light and serve as a gateway to the beauty outside. However, like anything else, they will eventually feel the brunt of age. When it comes to home improvements, replacing your windows and doors can improve energy efficiency and enhance aesthetics while adding value to your home.
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Spanning almost five decades, Woodhaven Lumber & Millwork – a prominent New Jersey building – has been dedicated to helping pros and homeowners create dream Steadfast in their commitment to supply and partner with top-name Woodhaven is proud to be a Certified Contractor of Andersen Windows and Doors and a Certified Door System Installer of Therma-Tru Doors. And in bringing Bill McDermott on board to lead the Residential Windows and Doors Department, the entire process from purchase to installation is seamless and stress-free. With 16 years in the building trades and home improvement industry, Bill expertly guides customers throughout the purchase process and leads a team of highly experienced installers. His distinctive sense of design assists homeowners in choosing just the right style, color and trim to complement your decor and bring your home to life.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACES OF FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY JOHN G. CAMPI III, DMD, General Dentist JOSEPH G. CAMPI, DMD, General Dentist GREG G. CAMPI, DMD, Orthodontist PAUL GALANTE, DDS, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon CAMPI DENTAL 2041 NJ-35, Wall, NJ 07719 | 732.449.2228 | www.campidental.com CAMPI DENTAL IS A TRUE FAMILY PRACTICE in every sense of the word. The fourth generation practice – established in 1933 – will be celebrating 90 years of service caring for families in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Today, their team provides advanced, comprehensive care in all facets of dentistry including general, cosmetic, oral surgery, and orthodontics in one convenient location. Always with their patients best interests at heart, Campi Dental uses the most advanced techniques and state-of-the-art technology to practice exceptional and compassionate dentistry. In fact, year after year, the practice receives five-star reviews and outstanding patient testimonials. Their dedicated and highly trained staff, pristine office, and pioneering technologies are just some of the reasons why Campi Dental is depended upon and recommended by Monmouth County families generation after generation.
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FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF PET CARE SHELLY LEIBOWITZ, Owner GREEN LEAF PET RESORT 1602 Rte., 35, Oakhurst, NJ 07755 | 732.272.0800 | 23 Burnt Tavern Rd., Millstone Township, NJ 08510 | 609.259.1500 www.greenleafpetresort.com
HAS THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD as the owner of Green Leaf Pet Resort.
SHELLY LEIBOWITZ For more than 40 years, Shelly has successfully trained but the demand for doggie grooming and behavioral training spurred him to open Green Leaf. Dedicated staff tends to boarding canine guests 24/7 while their humans are vacationing, at work or simply to give their pet a day of play and socialization. “Dog owners won’t travel because they can’t trust their dog with just anyone,” says Shelly. “The greatest thing to hear is that someone is finally taking a vacation and leaving their dog with us.” Their guests are treated to amenities such as one-on-one care, swimming, playtime and many other fun activities. Green Leaf offers transportation services too. New treats on the horizon at Green Leaf.
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To continue its mission to make life healthier and easier for patients, Carbon Health accepts insurance coverage and has instituted additional services like virtual care through a new convenient mobile app, always one step ahead with round the clock health support for a fast and safe recovery.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACES OF URGENT CARE CARBON HEALTH 142 NJ-35, Eatontown, NJ 07724 | 732.515.5111 | 731 NJ-35, Ocean Township, NJ 07712 | 732.508.0999 167 Rte. 9, Suite 5, Englishtown, NJ 07726 | 732.334.6500 | 4564 US 9, Howell, NJ 07731 | 732.355.3838 www.carbonhealth.com FORMERLY CENTRAL JERSEY URGENT CARE/MYINSTADOC, CARBON HEALTH PROMISES an even better overall experience while continuing to provide the same trusted care you have come to expect at all 11 locations throughout New Jersey. At Carbon Health, the physicians and their highly-trained staff aim to rise above the usual expectations of an urgent care facility to deliver exceptional services with compassion and dignity. At the core of our practice are the doctors who serve you – Dr. Salvatore Mule (Howell), Dr. Marie Schreiber (Marlboro), Dr. Vikram Varma (Ocean and Eatontown) and Dr. Chirag Patel (Regional Medical Director). As specialists experienced in emergency medicine, they understand the nuances related to injury, trauma or other non-life threatening ailments that come with all urgent care concerns. Carbon Health’s modern facilities are equipped with the latest technology for diagnosis and treatment of a broad-range of medical issues.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF DRY CLEANING JOE GIARAMITA WHITE DOVE CLEANERS 45 Gilbert St. South, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701 | 80 Water St., Red Bank, NJ 07701 732.530.0577 | wdcleaners@yahoo.com | www.whitedovecleanersnj.com IN 1996, PHIL GIARAMITA OPENED A MODEST DRY CLEANERS IN RED BANK. Business was on the edge of breaking wide open, and Phil needed a younger version of himself to build it into what he envisioned. His son, Joe, was ready to leave corporate America and decided to join the family business. It was a perfect storm! It was just a matter of time before Joe would outgrow the Red Bank location – now a satellite operation – and build a custom 10,000 SF drive-thru plant in Tinton Falls to accommodate a growing customer base and pick-up and delivery service. He also fully automated the business so customers could manage their dry cleaning right at their fingertips. In 2018, White Dove Cleaners processed 1 million pieces of clothing out of their Tinton Falls operation. When small businesses took a hit amidst the pandemic, Joe took it as an opportunity to offer new services like wash and fold, contactless pick-up and delivery, high-end shoe and handbag restorations, and an APP to make the services accessible. It’s all about serving the needs of his loyal customers. That’s why White Dove Cleaners has been named Best of Monmouth for the past 10 years and is one of the most reputable dry cleaners in the state of NJ!
THE FACES OF COMPASSIONATE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY JOCELYN JEFFRIES-BRUNO, DDS, FAAPD BRITNI KEARNS, DMD SYCAMORE SMILES PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 1029 Sycamore Ave., Tinton Falls, NJ 07724 | 732.963.8680 | www.smilesonsycamore.com | @smilesonsycamore FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE ON JULY 27, 2022, DR. JOCELYN JEFFRIES-BRUNO AND DR. BRITNI KEARNS HELD A RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY to mark the opening of their new state-of-the-art dental practice, Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry. After working together in other practices and hospitals, the two board-certified, award-winning pediatric dentists have ventured on their own to proudly serve young patients in the Tinton Falls community. Through a shared philosophy and vision that recognizes the uniqueness of every child, they begin any treatment from a place of compassion. The dentists carefully assess and tailor the way they approach each patient to meet their specific needs. Services for children of all ages include routine cleanings, minimally invasive dentistry, restorative care, hospital dentistry and 24-hour emergency care.
The brand new office is designed with a child in mind where bright colors and fun motifs nurture the mind and spirit. Young patients are made to feel welcome and safe in the hands of a team of specialists who demonstrate kindness and sensitivity, working tirelessly to ensure that patients leave with a smile. At Sycamore Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, the ultimate goal is to teach children proactive habits that translate into a lifelong approach to good oral health.
TRINITY HALL, AN INDEPENDENT, ALL-GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL, IS ENTERING ITS TENTH SCHOOL YEAR WITH “Trinity Hall exists to ensure young women thrive in a laboratory of innovation suited to their unique learning needs,” said Mary Kate Blaine, head of school. “I am honored to lead our school into its next chapter of growth, in partnership with our teachers who masterfully teach girls compassion, collaboration and confidence through their disciplines and examples each day. Trinity Hall’s core values of Leadership, Respect, Perseverance and Faith shape our commitment to excellence for every girl, every day.”
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Trinity Hall’s all-honors academic curriculum and award-winning arts and athletics programs are grounded in research on the best methods of learning for girls. Discover more and experience Trinity Hall’s proven excellence by attending an Open House on Saturday, October 1 or Wednesday, November 2. Go to www.trinityhallnj.org for more information.
THE FACES OF EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT MARY KATE BLAINE, Head of School TRINITY HALL 101 Corregidor Rd., Tinton Falls, NJ 07724 | 732.291.1297 | www.trinityhallnj.org
FOR 24 YEARS DELICIOUS, HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE in Monmouth County has been synonymous with Suzi’s Sweet Shoppe. When you visit this chocolate shoppe, it is a treat for all five senses, offering mouth-watering, homemade hand-dipped chocolate confections, fudge, and candy in a whimsical family-friendly setting. In addition, Suzi’s Sweet Shoppe offers customization of many of their signature chocolates for life’s events and holidays. Owner Susan Hordych’s love for all things sweet started when, as a teenager, she worked in a candy shop. Her passion for candy and chocolate only grew, and in 1998, she opened Suzi’s Sweet Shoppe, where she and her staff make mouth watering chocolates and fudge right in the store. Today, the shoppe’s most popular delectable sweets include chocolate-covered strawberries, chocolate-covered pretzels with various toppings, fudge, truffles, chocolate lollipops, and a wide variety of unique occasion molds. A certified gift designer and Gift Basket Association member, Susan’s award-winning corporate branded gifts, gift baskets, party favors, and confectionery platters are always the talk of any event. Make an impression for the coming holidays by treating your clients and employees to delectable chocolates with your company logo, chocolate business cards, and assorted chocolate boxes. Ordering ahead on their website is easy with in-store pick up or choose shipping for certain items.
THE FACE OF HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE AND FUDGE SUSAN HORDYCH, OWNER, CHOCOLATIER, CERTIFIED GIFT DESIGNER, AUTHOR SUZI’S SWEET SHOPPE 1100 Highway 35, Middletown, NJ 07748 | 732.796.0115 | www.SuziSweetShoppe.com FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF TODAY’S BUTCHER SHOP STEWART GOLDSTEIN, Owner MONMOUTH MEATS 112 Monmouth St., Red Bank, NJ 07701 | 732.741.5292 | www.monmouthmeats.com
MONMOUTH MEATS, OWNED BY STEWART GOLDSTEIN, is Jersey shore’s hot spot for prime and choice meats that are undisputedly a cut above the rest. “If my customer is particular, I’m twice as particular in what I sell,” says Stewart, also known as the Mayor of Meatbook, a Facebook group of meat enthusiasts. “It’s simple,” he says. “I sell good stuff.” Repeat customers flock to Stewart for his burger blends, impressive bone-in ribeye Tomahawk Steak, American Wagyu Beef and Japanese Kobe A-5 NY Strip, among other meats which are also featured on the popular lunch menu and catering packages. Stewart says he’s fortunate to have trained with the best butchers in the business, “I learned from the old timers, like my dad, who knew their meat.”
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF NON-SURGICAL AND SURGICAL ENDODONTICS IRA J. ZOHN, DMD; FABIO G. APOLITO, DMD; ANTONETT M. THAI, DDS YELENA OSTROMETSKAYA, DDS; CHRISTOPHER PELLICANO, DDS ADVANCED ENDODONTIC ASSOCIATES, PA 1398 Highway 35, Ocean Township, NJ 07712 | 732.531.9200 | 303 West Main St., Freehold, NJ 07728 | 732.462.4606 79 Oak Hill Rd., Red Bank, NJ 07701 | 732.345.8090 | www.advancedendo.net OVER THE SPAN OF FIVE DECADES, Advanced Endodontics has grown from one location to three highly respected offices serving the tri-state area. They are conveniently located in Ocean, Freehold and Middletown townships. The team of five esteemed industry-leading endodontic specialists deliver unsurpassed service with compassion, professionalism and clinical excellence. Advanced Endodontic Associates, a referral based practice, can accommodate all of your endodontic needs. With the philosophy that behind every tooth is a human being, painless treatment in a comfortable environment is the goal for every patient at every visit. The doctors see patients five days a week by appointment and advocate a “COD” or “Come on Down” policy accommodating patients suffering from extreme tooth pain or other oral health related emergencies. The five doctors all agree that the success of the practice is due to the collaboration, teamwork and dedication of their talented and devoted staff.
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SERVING MONMOUTH COUNTY AND CENTRAL NEW JERSEY, HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF TINTON FALLS is a post-acute rehabilitation hospital committed to helping patients regain independence and return to their community. With dedicated physicians like Dr. Carol Sonatore, a physiatrist and Encompass Health’s Tinton Falls Medical Director, patients achieve life-changing results. Dr. Sonatore completed her residency at Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU Langone and is fellowship trained in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. As part of a team that is leading the industry in inpatient rehabilitative care, Dr. Sonatore is most proud of the hospital’s work getting patients home and back to their prior level of function. “Frankly, at Encompass Health, we exceed expectations. Encompass Health has set the standard for clinical excellence and delivers care with compassion to achieve our ultimate goal – helping patients return to living a full, comfortable life,” says Dr. Sonatore.
Patients come to Encompass with varying conditions and with intense therapies in the facility’s state-of-the-art gym, expert knowledge and innovative solutions, quickly show signs of improvement and strength along their rehabilitation journeys. “We elevate the bar for others to follow. The results are almost like magic,” concludes Dr. Sonatore.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF INPATIENT REHABILITATION FOR LIFE-CHANGING RESULTS ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF TINTON FALLS 2 Centre Plaza, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724 | 732.460.5320 | www.encompasshealth.com/tintonfallsrehab
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF FAMILY LAW & MEDIATION SYLVIA L. BREITOWICH, ESQ. BREITOWICH LAW FIRM LLC 1704 Maxwell Dr., #206, Wall, NJ 07719 | 848.220.9373 | www.breitowichlawfirm.com
“THINGS HAPPEN FOR A REASON,” and in Sylvia L. Breitowich’s case, the old adage certainly rang true. Originally focused on a criminal defense practice, Sylvia was introduced to the complex world of matrimonial and family law through an internship that would ultimately guide her future. Now on her own, Sylvia practices with tenacity offering anyone coming through the doors the devoted service and legal experience they deserve when dealing with difficult family decisions. Sylvia’s unique style begins with client strategy sessions where case plans are developed as a blueprint to manage and exceed expectations. As a Collaboratively Trained Lawyer, Sylvia guides clients toward family mediation to eliminate unnecessary chaos and to secure a favorable resolution without litigation. Particularly now with the backlog of cases in our court system amid the COVID pandemic, Sylvia strongly advocates for alternative dispute resolutions and formulates creative ways to protect her clients from the emotional and financial strain of delayed outcomes.
“I am a strong believer that most cases should settle out of court,” says Sylvia, a R.140 Qualified Mediator. “After all, why should a judge decide the future of your family?”
A Rising Star Super Lawyer for the past six consecutive years, twice recognized as a New Jersey’s Best Lawyers for Families and ranked in the Top 10 under 40 by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, Sylvia’s greatest reward is in helping her clients find their better future.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACES OF A LUXURY CAR EXPERIENCE ALLAN SOCKOL, Dealer Principal; SCOTT COLEMAN, Dealer Principal MARC DE RAISMES, Chief Technical Officer VICTOR GIAMANCO, Executive Vice President CONTEMPORARY MOTOR CARS 100 Oceanport Ave., Little Silver, NJ 07739 | 732.842.5353 | www.cmcbenz.com SINCE ITS INCEPTION IN 1978, CONTEMPORARY MOTOR CARS, an exclusive authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership, has operated on one guiding principle. “One dealership is a passion, two or more is a business.” Founders Allan Sockol and his nephew, Scott Coleman, knew that by focusing all of their efforts on one boutique location, they could create a culture of integrity, sincerity and warmth that would result in the ultimate luxury driving experience.
At Contemporary Motor Cars, it’s all about putting people first. Through unmatched customer accessibility, service and product knowledge, their team of dedicated employees, many of whom are second generation, have deservedly earned a Top Four recognition amongst 350 dealers for their authenticity, customer loyalty and exceptional work ethic. For the leadership of four now at the helm, building the ultimate family operation holds the key to success and turns luxury car shopping into a reality.Stop by the showroom where our hospitable staff will ensure your pure satisfaction and complete comfort while you explore our dazzling collection of Mercedes-Benz luxury cars and SUVs.
THE FACES OF HAIR COLOR GERBER SALON 100 West Front St., Keyport, NJ 07735 | 732.888.7575 | www.gerbersalon.com FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE
WHEN YOU ARE THIS PASSIONATE ABOUT WHAT YOU DO, every ounce of focus and energy goes towards breaking free from the ordinary to achieve the extraordinary. At Gerber Salon—winner of Monmouth Health & Life Magazine’s “Best Salon” six consecutive years (2016-2022)—we’re addicted to beautiful hair color. Our mission is to create a space in our clients’ lives where they can experience genuine hospitality and where their individual beauty is enriched and celebrated! In an effort to match that pursuit, we designed our physical space with panache and flair. Eclectic and sophisticated, appointed with eye-catching, luxurious touches, our salon evokes a unique energy that makes you want to close your eyes, unwind and stay awhile. Our team of collaborative artists all share the same level of passion and demand of themselves to be the very best at their craft and being the very best requires more than just fortuity. Every member is committed to extensive hours of continuing education demonstrating our devotion to the true craft of creating beautiful hair color. In turn, our colorists are themselves highly sought-after educators sharing our inspiration and philosophy that excellence in hair coloring takes a thoughtful, disciplined approach. It’s simply our calling.
AT AGE 16, SCOTT WOLF BEGAN WORKING IN A CLOSE FAMILY FRIEND’S JEWELRY SHOP. It was there that he learned the inner workings of the jewelry and watch business that would become a lifelong career.
Shortly after, Scott’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to open several watch kiosks, including American Watch Works. Hoping to be more than just a typical stand, he earned a degree in watchmaking and repairs from the Horological Institute so that he could offer added services to his customers.
Working his magic, Scott specializes in one-of-a-kind engagement rings that showcase the individual personalities of its wearers. Always accommodating his customers, if he can’t source the right piece, then he’ll just go ahead and create it.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF FINE JEWELRY & WATCHES SCOTT WOLF WOLF FINE JEWELERS Monmouth Mall, Eatontown, NJ 07724 | 732.460.9653 | www.wolffinejewelers.com
Eventually, Scott came to realize that his heart was in jewelry and started a venture at the Jewelry Exchange in the Monmouth Mall. Continually striving for excellence, Scott graduated from the Gemological Institute of America and opened Wolf Fine Jewelers, a high-end 1,900 SF retail store in the Monmouth Mall. The one-stop shop brings together Scott’s love of both jewelry and watches and offers fashion-forward brands and custommade pieces across all price points.
DR. CLARA P. SUROWITZ, ONE OF THE AREA’S MOST TRUSTED OB/GYN’S, realized her lifelong dream as the Founder and Medical Director of Tru Birth Center. The center’s collaborative model of care between Dr. Surowitz and her incredible team of Certified Nurse Midwives, gives women a broad range of obstetric care and the natural and unique birthing journey they desire and deserve.
The Center’s ideology evolved from what is one of the most natural phenomenons on earth -- giving birth. Celebrating 200 births since its opening in early 2021, Tru’s “mother first philosophy” offers the full range of midwifery care to support family choices in pregnancy and birth including the option to deliver at the Birth Center or Monmouth Medical Center. Most healthy women do not need medical intervention to give birth resulting in a greatly reduced incidence of C-sections and episiotomies for moms and a less stressful experience for the baby.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF NATURAL BIRTH CLARA P. SUROWITZ, MD, FACOG TRU BIRTH CENTER 1382 Lanes Mill Rd., Lakewood, NJ 08701 | 732.994.4242 | www.trubirthcenter.com
Through Trust, Respect and Understanding -- discover how Tru’s care team optimizes birth outcomes by combining the latest medical advances with a human touch for a safe, personal and empowered birthing experience.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF GENERATIONS OF STRAIGHT TEETH PATRICK T. CUOZZO, D.D.S., P.A. CUOZZO ORTHODONTIC SPECIALISTS 4 Swimming River Rd., Lincroft, NJ 07738 | 732.747.3466 | 526 Washington Blvd., Sea Girt, NJ 08750 | 732.449.5444 www.4StraightTeeth.com FOR THREE GENERATIONS, Cuozzo Orthodontics has built a legacy of creating beautiful smiles by providing the best orthodontic care to patients of all ages. Since 1972, when Dr. Gary Cuozzo established the practice in Monmouth County, Cuozzo Orthodontics has been dedicated to improving the health of this beloved community. Twenty-five years later, Dr. Patrick Cuozzo joined his father, and together they have worked tirelessly to build a premiere practice offering the most advanced methodology and latest technology available in orthodontics. “We minimize the time in braces by waiting for the right time to start treatment, ultimately improving not only the look of your smile, but the health and longevity of your teeth,” says Dr. Pat, a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a Clinical Professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry teaching residents and future orthodontic leaders. Through advanced education, experience and expertise, Cuozzo Orthodontics has patients and their parents smiling at every visit.
Following in the footsteps of the evolving use of homeopathic treatments in healthcare, Dr. Ponquinette embraces natural, holistic dentistry for accelerated healing and improved patient comfort helping to establish optimal health by supporting the inherent self-healing process.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACES OF HOLISTIC/BIOLOGIC ORAL SURGERY JUSTIN PONQUINETTE, DMD ATLANTIC ORAL SURGERY CENTER 21 Gilbert St. N, Tinton Falls, NJ 07701 | 732.747.0993
Dr. Ponquinette knows that oral health has a great impact on a person’s overall well-being. Through integrative medicine and holistic/biologic dentistry, a revolutionary approach to oral health, he has incorporated measures to assuage the recovery period while limiting the need for certain pharmaceuticals particularly considering the ongoing opioid crisis facing our nation. Instead, Dr. Ponquinette uses lasers, stem cell therapies, supplementation, and natural remedies to relieve pain, stimulate cell function and repair tissues. In his work with dental implants, Dr. Ponquinette now offers ceramic implants as an alternative to the traditional metal implants.
AT ATLANTIC ORAL SURGERY, PATIENTS ARE ENSURED A PATH TO SUCCESSFUL AND LONG-LASTING treatment through healthier, cutting-edge care in the safest, least toxic way. Dr. Justin Ponquinette, a certified naturopath, is one-of-a-kind in the way he practices oral surgery.
FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACES OF CUSTOM STONE JIM WINGARD, Owner NJ GRAVEL & SAND COMPANY 1661 Hwy 34 South, Wall, NJ 07719 | 732.938.5252 | www.njgravelsand.com
WHAT STARTED OUT IN 1936 AS A SAND AND GRAVEL BUSINESS has now grown over the years into New Jersey’s premier supplier of decorative stone, topsoil, mulch and a complete line of landscape “Our custom stone cutting operation on premises allows us to create that special hearth, mantel or countertop of your dreams,” says Jim Wingard, owner of NJ Gravel & Sand. “And we have a large selection of flagstone, veneer stone, wall stone and boulders.” NJ Gravel & Sand is also an authorized dealer of Unilock and Nicolock Pavers. To see the true beauty of our products and what NJ Gravel & Sand can do to enhance your home or business, visit our state-of-the-art displays of everything from limestone, bluestone, marble, granite, sandstone, quartzite, slate, travertine, crushed seashells, and more. Our website is updated daily with detailed information about all of our products and services and includes beautiful photos featuring our wide assortment of stones, bulk materials and accessories.
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FACES OF 2022 HEALTH & LIFE THE FACE OF THE CONSULTATIVE APPROACH TO REAL ESTATE JAYNE CAMLIN, BROKER/SALES ASSOCIATE COMPASS RE 623 River Rd., Fair Haven, NJ 07704 | C:732.673.9100 | O:732.936.5248 | jayne.camlin@compass.com www.compass.com/agents/jayne-camlin JAYNE CAMLIN’S PASSION FOR REAL ESTATE IS MATCHED ONLY BY HER PASSION for connecting people to the beautiful and serene lifestyle of Monmouth County, Jayne’s lifelong home. Her consultative, client-focused approach focuses on building strong relationships, understanding every nuance of her clients’ needs and helping them to make good decisions when buying or selling a home. Like the life she leads shaped by her unshakeable faith, Jayne’s real estate practice centers around a foundation of authenticity, unwavering loyalty and, above all, integrity. With her matchless wisdom about everything real estate, Jayne is consistently recognized as a top producer who educates and advises her trusted clients; dedicated to ensuring that their real estate dreams come true. Equally important to Jayne, is the respect she has rightfully earned with her colleagues for her leadership and depth of industry knowledge. Day and night, Jayne works tirelessly to champion the needs of all who cross her path. One of the first to recognize the importance of preparing a home for sale, Jayne’s exceptional eye and flair for aesthetics ensures a seamless process where no challenge is too big, and no market is too demanding when it comes to helping guide her clients home.
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The two top producers of sunflower seeds, which together account for more than half of world consumption, are Russia and Ukraine.
POWER UP Nutritionally, fiber-rich sunflower seeds beat the pants off many snack alternatives. They abound in healthy fats and in protein, which helps boost energy levels. (So do their generous quantities of vitamin B1 and selenium.) They contain zinc, which helps the immune system fight off viruses. And thanks to their vi tamin E, flavonoids and plant compounds, the seeds are also fighters of inflam mation, believed these days to be a key factor in many ills, including heart disease and cancer. Indeed, studies have linked high sunflowerseed consumption to a re duced risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. The numbers? A 100gram (3.5-ounce) serving of dried sunflower-seed kernels supplies 234 percent of your daily vitamin E need, 129 percent of your require ment for B1 (thiamine) and 103 percent of your B6 (which helps build brain and nerve cells)—along with nearly 100 percent of your magnesium, man ganese and phosphorus. Compare that to a happily trifling 1 percent of your sodium, which we tend to overconsume. (However, sunflower seeds are often sold with shells coated in salt—so look for the no-salt version if you’re watching your sodium intake. Also, remember that at more than 200 calories per one-fourth cup this isn’t a low-cal food. So don’t chomp down huge quantities.)
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If you’re a nut for the raw nature of the seed, go to a source where sunflowers are cultivated or try growing your own. For a dash of practical ity, you can try farmers’ markets, grocers—even a gas station or two may have some packaged seeds. They’re usually sold with the hull still on, but you can buy them hulled. Keep quantity in mind when thinking of qual ity. A moderate amount of seeds will keep at room temperature for a couple of months—longer if you seal them in airtight containers. For larger quantities, opt for tight containment with refrig eration. Anything longer than a year won’t be worth it, so don’t throw your seed parties too far in advance. Use common sense and avoid seeds with a smell or noticeable mold. Most consumers just opt for cracking the hulls open and eating the kernels. No frills, just straight to the source. But as with any ingredient there are different ways to cook or shake it up. Roasting sunflower seeds is an option. Add them (hulled) to a salad or a yogurt for that pleasing crunch. Add some texture to that trail mix or fiber to those muffins. Check online to use them in recipes for tofu burgers or South American arepas. And don’t forget about the oil extracted from sunflower seeds that can be used in preparing a variety of foods.
DID YOU KNOW?
Sunflower seeds are harvested from the large head of the mature sunflower plant (Helianthus annuus). And let’s get straight right away that the flat, bean-like, black-and-white-striped thing with the tough outer hull is not the seed itself. (Botanically, that’s called a cypsela.) Instead, the seed (or kernel) is that nutty-tasting little treasure you get when you crack the striped hull open. Like the pistachio, it requires a bit of work to yield its reward. Now here’s the question: Are you the type to gobble as you crack, or do you patiently open a whole pileful and then go for a splurge of pleasure? Either way, your nibbling is part of a long his tory. One of the few crops with North American origins, sunflowers were first domesticated by indigenous tribes thousands of years ago. Seeds can be pressed to yield a highly prized, lightcolored oil high in unsaturated fatty acids. It has been used as a preservative, a textile decoration, a hair dye, a topical remedy for rough skin or slowhealing wounds, a treatment for constipation and high LDL (“bad”) cholesterol—and a cooking oil.
Researchers at Virginia Polytechnic Institute tested a number of common snack-food nuts and seeds for levels of phytosterols, plant chemicals that can improve heart health and cholesterol levels. The champs, they found, were pistachios and sunflower seeds—those kindred goodies that are so worth the necessary cracking.
{ BAR TAB } Recipe courtesy of ANDFIGpurewow.comDARKSTORMY Yields: 1 serving INGREDIENTS n 1 Tbs. fig preserves n 2 oz. dark rum (or bourbon) n juice of ½ a lemon n 3 oz. ginger beer n fresh figs and thyme, for serving DIRECTIONS In a cocktail shaker, combine the fig preserves, bourbon and lemon juice. Shake to combine. Strain into a glass filled with ice. Top off with ginger beer and garnish with fresh figs and thyme. Enjoy! A Perfect Storm A splash of sweet, citrus and spice makes this twist on a classic cocktail the ideal sip as autumn’s cooler days approach. 82MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022
83MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 { ON THE TOWN } Where To Eat Getting three squares a day has never been easier—Monmouth County is home to a selection of restaurants diverse enough to satisfy all of your cravings. ASBURY PARK ASBURY FESTHALLE & BIERGARTEN 527 Lake Ave. 732.997.8767 asburybiergarten.com CUBACAN BAR & RESTAURANT 800 Ocean Ave. N. 732.774.3007 cubacanrestaurant.com MOONSTRUCK 517 Lake Ave. 732.988.0123 moonstrucknj.com PASCAL & SABINE 601 Bangs Ave. 732.774.3395 pascalandsabine.com PORTA 911 Kingsley St. 732.776.7661 pizzaporta.com ALEROBINSONHOUSE 1200 Ocean Ave. N. 732.774.1400 therobinsonalehouse asburypark.com STELLA RESTAURANTMARINA&BAR 800 Ocean Ave. 732.775.7776 stellamarinarestaurant.com TAKA 660 Cookman Ave. 732.775.1020 takaasburypark.com TALULA’S 550 Cookman Ave. 732.455.3003 talulaspizza.com COPPERHIGHLANDSATLANTICCANYON 51 First Ave. 732.291.8444 thecoppercanyon.com HARBORSIDE GRILL 40 First Ave. 732.291.0066 ahwinebar.com KUNYA SIAM RESTAURANTTHAI 99 First Ave. 732.291.2397 kunyasiam.com ON THE DECK 10 Simon Lake Dr. 732.872.1424 onthedeckrestaurant.com CLEMENTINE’SAVON-BY-THE-SEA 306 Main St. 732.988.7979 clementinesavon.com SEED TO SPROUT 410 Main St. 732.774.7333 seedtosproutnj.com BELFORDBELFORDBISTRO 870 Main St. 732.495.8151 belfordbistro.com NAPLES PIZZERIA 872 Main St. 732.787.9479 10THBELMARAVE. BURRITO CO. 801 Belmar Plz. 732.280.1515 tenthaveburrito.com ANCHOR TAVERN 713 Main St. 732.280.2266 anchortavernnj.com BOATHOUSE BAR & GRILL 1309 Main St. 732.681.5221 boathousebarandgrill.com BRANDL 703 Belmar Plz. 732.280.7501 brandlrestaurant.com FEDERICO’S 700 Main St. 732.681.6936 federicospizza.com LA DOLCE VITA 400 Ocean Ave. 732.749.3177 ladolcevitanj.com SIMPLY SOUTHERN 817 Belmar Plz. 732.243.9259 simplysouthern comfortfoods.com BRADLEY BEACH THE BISCUITBUTTERED 700 Main St. 732.807.4069 thebutteredbiscuitcafe.com THE ELBOW ROOM 416 Main St. 732.898.6860 elbowroomnj.com DUEBRIELLEAMICI 420 Higgins Ave. 732.528.0666 dueamicibriellenj.com LA MONDINA 110 Union Ave. 732.612.8331 lamondinabrielle.com THE PIG AND PARROT SANDBAR 201 Union Ln. 732.528.7750 thepigandparrot.com SHIPWRECK GRILL 720 Ashley Ave. 732.292.9380 shipwreckgrill.com TAVERNWATERMAN’S 403 Higgins Ave. 732.722.8978 watermanstavern.net RESTAURANTALLEATONTOWNSEASONS 176 Wyckoff Rd. 732.542.9462 allseasonsrestaurant.net BELFORD BISTRO IN BELFORD Photo courtesy of Belford Bistro
84 CANTINAROSALITA’SENGLISHTOWNROADSIDE 180 Rte. 9 732.617.0099 rosalitasnj.com 618FREEHOLDRESTAURANT 618 Park Ave. 732.577.0001 618nj.com AARZU MODERN INDIAN BISTRO 30 E. Main St. 732.333.0933 aarzu.com COURT JESTER 16 E. Main St. 732.462.1040 courtjesternj.com EL MESON 40 W. Main St. 732.308.9494 elmesoncafe.com FEDERICI’S RESTAURANTFAMILY 14 E. Main St. 732.462.1312 federicis.com METROPOLITAN CAFE 8 E. Main St. 732.780.9400 metrocafenj.com TOMMY’S TAVERN + TAP 3492 Rte. 9 732.543.0053 tommystavernandtap.com TRE PIZZA PASTA BEER GARDEN 611 Park Ave. 732.751.4422 trepizzanj.com STEAKHOUSENEILHAZLETMICHAEL’S 1104 Rte. 36 732.217.3626 neilmichaelsteakhouse. com RESTAURANTYESTERDAY’S 3153 Rte. 35 732.264.3777 yesterdaysnj.com BAHRSHIGHLANDSLANDING 2 Bay Ave. 732.872.1245 bahrslandingnj.com PROVING GROUND 56 Shrewsbury Ave. 732.872.2266 theprovingground.com BISTRODREW’SKEYPORTBAYSHORE 25 Church St. 732.739.9219 drewsbayshorebistro.com PALUMBO’S 24 Ayers Ln. 732.842.5505 LONG AVENUEBRANCH 23 Ocean Ave. 732.759.2900 leclubavenue.com CHARLEY’S OCEAN GRILL 29 Avenel Blvd. 732.222.4499 charleysoceangrill.com MAR BELO 611 Broadway 732.870.2222 marbelorestaurant.com MCLOONE’S PIER HOUSE Ocean Ave. N. 732.923.1006 mcloonespierhouse.com ROONEY’S OCEANFRONT 100 Ocean Ave. N. 732.870.1200 rooneysocean.com SIRENA RISTORANTE Ocean Ave. N. 732.222.1119 sirenaristorante.com TUZZIO’S 224 Westwood Ave. 732.222.9614 tuzzios.com CUISINEANEMOSMANALAPANGREEK 333 Rte. 9 732.414.6590 anemosgreekcuisine.com CHOLULA RESTAURANT Wilson Ave. 732.786.0080 cholularestaurant englishtown.com MANALAPAN DINER Rte. 9 732.462.7165 manalapandiner.com NONNA’S CITI CUCINA 190 Rte. 9 N. 732.536.9050 nonnasnj.net PEKING PAVILION 110 Rte. 33 732.308.9700 pekingpavilion.com BLENDMANASQUANONMAIN 390 E. Main St. 732.223.0030 blendonmain.com HARPOON WILLY’S 2655 River Rd. 732.223.8880 harpoonwillys.com THE SALTY WHALE AND GUESTHOUSE 390 E. Main St. 732.592.3344 thesaltywhale.com SQUAN TAVERN 15 Broad St. 732.223.3324 squantavern.com BUTTONWOODMATAWAN MANOR 845 Rte. 34 N. buttonwoodmanor.com CROWNMIDDLETOWNPALACE 1283 Rte. 35 S. 732.615.9888 crownpalacenj.com MJ’S RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL 1005 Rte. 35 732.796.1400 mjsrestaurant.com NEELAM EXOTIC INDIAN CUISINE 1178 Rte. 35 S. 732.671.8900 neelamindiancuisine.com ILNEPTUNEPOSTO 1129 Fifth Ave. 732.775.4823 MOLINARI’S 312 W. Sylvania Ave. 732.775.7733 molinarirestaurant.com PETE & ELDA’S 93 Summit Ave. 732.774.6010 peteandeldas.com Readers should contact restaurants regarding dining protocols and services, as state safety regulations continue to change. * ANEMOS GREEK CUISINE MANALAPANIN Photos courtesy of Anemos Greek Cuisine, Spring Lake Tap House
85MONMOUTHHEALTHANDLIFE.COM SEPTEMBER 2022 { ON THE TOWN } ILLIANO’SOCEAN 933 W. Park Ave. 732.493.2003 illianosrestaurant.net PICCOLA ITALIA 837 W. Park Ave. 732.493.3090 piccolaitalianj.com RED BIRRAVINOBANK 183 Riverside Ave. 732.842.5990 birravino.com B2 BISTRO + BAR 141 Shrewsbury Ave. 732.268.8555 b2bistro.com CATCH 19 19 Broad St. 732.268.8543 catch19redbank.com STEAKHOUSECHAR 33 Broad St. 732.450.2427 charsteakhouse.com DANNY’S 11 Bridge Ave. 732.741.6900 dannyssteakhouse.com JBJ KITCHENSOUL 207 Monmouth St. 732.842.0900 jbjsoulkitchen.com RESTAURANTJUANITO’S 159 Monmouth St. 732.747.9118 juanitosredbank.com ORGANICKITCH 75 Leighton Ave. 732.471.5400 kitchorganic.com PITCHERMOLLY INN 88 Riverside Ave. 732.747.2500 themollypitcher.com MUANG RESTAURANTTHAI 7 E. Front St. 732.741.9999 muangthairedbank.com &BARRELNICHOLASROOST 160 Rte. 35 S. 732.345.9977 barrelandroost.com PATRIZIA’S 28 Broad St. 732.741.5555 patrizias.com PAZZO MMX 141 W. Front St. 732.747.4551 pazzoredbank.com TEAK 64 Monmouth St. 732.747.5775 teakrestaurant.com VIA45 45 Broad St. 732.450.9945 via45.com BARNACLERUMSON BILL’S 1 First St. 732.747.8396 barnaclebillsrumson.com GIORGIA 102 Ave. of Two Rivers 732.741.3880 ristorantegiorgia.com SALT GRILLECREEK 4 Bingham Ave. 732.933.9272 saltcreekgrille.com SURF 132 E. River Rd. 732.530.6590 surfbbq.com UNDICI 11 W. River Rd. 732.842.3880 undicirestaurant.com SEA ANJELICA’SBRIGHT 1070 Ocean Ave. 732.842.2800 anjelicas.com GRILLEEVENTIDE 1400 Ocean Ave. N. 732.530.1414 eventidegrille.com THE RUM RUNNER 816 Ocean Ave. 732.842.2894 mcloonesrumrunner.com TOMMY’S TAVERN + TAP 1030 Ocean Ave. 732.842.5044 tommystavernandtap.com SEA FRATELLO’SGIRT 810 The Plaza 732.974.8833 fratellosnj.com DINERAMERICANASHREWSBURY 1160 Rte. 35 S. 732.542.1658 americanadiner.net BAYROOT 555 Shrewsbury Ave. 732.747.3444 bayrootmarket.com D’JEET 637 Broad St. 732.224.8887 djeetcatering.com SPRING ARUGULALAKE 306 Morris Ave. 732.974.2800 arugulaspringlakenj.com BARELI’S BY THE SEA 1505 Ocean Ave. N. 732.769.5700 barelisbythesea.com SPRING LAKE TAP HOUSE 810 Rte. 71 732.282.1530 springlaketaphouse.com ST. STEPHEN’S GREEN PUBLICK HOUSE 2031 Rte. 71 732.449.2626 ssgpub.com WHISPERS 200 Monmouth Ave. 732.974.9755 whispersrestaurant.com MEEMOM’SWALL 1825 Rte. 35 732.359.8544 meemoms.com MARKETMOSSUTO’S&CAFE 2029 Rte. 35 S. 732.449.8058 mossutosmarket.com LEGENDSSHOGUN 1969 Rte. 34 732.449.6696 shogunlegends.com SPRING LAKE TAP HOUSE IN SPRING LAKE
The starts at 9 a.m. in downtown Ocean Grove and finishes at the Jersey Shore Arts Center. Sign up with a $30 donation, which benefits JSAC’s community arts jerseyshoreartscenter.org. around, check SPACE PACE HORSES At 11 Main Street alongside ponies The free Freehold where horse music and be held. out more at downtownfreehold Sept. 19 Get ready to ride in support of the AMERICAFOUNDATIONVETERANSOF
17 British are coming! The 25th annual BRITS ON THE BEACH car show has it all: prizes, auctions, live DJ music and plenty of classic British cars. The event will take place on Ocean Grove Beach from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free for spectators, and $25 to register a vehicle. Call 908.718.PEDC or email show@pedc.org to learn more.
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The Colts Neck Business Association is hosting third annual POLO CLASSIC, so grab your most elaborate hat for a Sunday of tailgating and polo watching. Arrive at the upper of Bucks Mill County Park at 2 p.m. unique event. General admission and a tailgating ticket is $300. To more, visit coltsneckbusiness.org. Sept. 17 Lace up your running shoes
25 the energetic beats of HAIR, the rock celebrating ’60s counterculture. The matinee begins at 3 p.m. in Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre on the Basie Center in Red Bank. Tickets start at $20 and purchased now at ticketmaster.com. learn more about the show or venue? thebasie.org.
In-person events are back in full swing! Here are 10 that are filled with fun, laughter and entertainment— and will help you safely return to normal. Aug. 31 Bring the entire family to the Manasquan Reservoir for an afternoon of WILDLIFE WATCHING Guided 45-minute boat tours depart from the visitor center at 2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the center: $6 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Call the Manasquan Reservoir Visitor Center at 732.751.9453 ahead of time to confirm the schedule. Sept. 11
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*Editor’s note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all events are subject to cancellations or changes. Attendees are encouraged to observe local safety guidelines.
At 11 a.m., have your helmets on and kickstands up to cruise through the backroads of Monmouth, Mercer and Burlington counties. Then Marlboro Township Swim Club for an afternoon of music, food and festivities. Tickets start at $15 and help fund therapy for veterans struggling with PTSD. Learn more about The NJ State Veterans Chamber of Commerce at njveteranschamber.com. Sept. 23–25 won’t want to miss Asbury annual ASBURYFEST, a three-day celebration outside Convention featuring local food, live vendors and end-of-summer whole family. Join the festivities 5 to 10 p.m., Saturday to 10 p.m. and Sunday to 6 p.m. Tickets are kids under six. Find out asburyparkchamber.com. Sept. 24 informed about your health and safety—and have blast doing it. KIDS DAY AMERICA at the Wall Municipal Building will feature moon bounces, games and activities well as spinal exams, demonstrations, dental screenings and more. The fun takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is free for all visitors. To learn more, call The Wall Community Alliance at 732.820.4792 or email kmeyler@townshipofwall.com.
Be There
Sept. 24 Put the “art” ART IN THE Saunter through Gardens in the work all over Monmouth. event goes 4 p.m. with entrance fee of from the Tulip music and local Calgo’s idyllic more at calgogardens.com.
The Fahey family recently donated $5,000 to Fulfill, a community food bank in Neptune. Funds were raised during the annual Fahey Restaurant Group Golf Outing, organized to help provide food and services to neighbors in need. Fulfill’s mission is to alleviate hunger and build food security in Monmouth and Ocean counties. 1 Members of the Fahey family present their donation to the Fulfill food bank.
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Nearly 500 walkers and runners participated in the Holmdel Foundation For Educational Excellence’s (HFEE) Annual 5K earlier this summer. The event raised $22,000, which will go toward two new science labs at Village School in Holmdel as well as funding for $34,000 worth of mini grants. 3 Young runners prepare to take off from the starting line. 4 Holmdel education supporters line up for a photo before the race.
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Whether it’s at a fundraiser or a volunteering event, Monmouth residents always show up to support their friends and neighbors.
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MONMOUTH COUNTY SPCA Georgie’s Bar in Asbury Park hosted the MCSPCA Loveafoster event this summer, raising more than $4,000 for the Monmouth County SPCA. Funds were raised through basket raffles and puppy kissing booths, and all performers donated all their tips to support the fundraiser. 7 Georgie’s and MCSPCA staff members are all smiles during their fundraiser.
Gatherings
Girl Scout Troop 63 earned their Bronze Award by participating in the Mattel PlayBack program, which recycles old Barbie dolls and toys so they do not end up in landfills. The Max Challenge of Ocean, owned by Pamela Miller, supported the cause by hosting a free fitness class for the girls and their families. Miller also raffled off a free 10-week challenge to anyone who brought in Barbies to donate. The girls collected 110 Barbies that day! 2 Members of Troop 63 show off the dolls collected during their challenge.
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During its 2022 Annual Meeting at the Rumson Country Club Riverhouse, Rumson Garden Club awarded the Catherine B. Gonska Memorial Scholarship to Trinity Hall student Annaliese K. Heidelberger. The $2,500 scholarship is presented annually to a local high school student who plans to attend an accredited college and has demonstrated an interest in the area of horticulture, environmental studies, conservation, marine science or earth science. 6 Susan Olson, Annaliese K. Heidelberger
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Allentown High School students Brendan and Aidan Chen recently worked with 5Help to collect and donate books to the Monmouth Museum. Their contributions will help inspire future generations in the STEAM disciplines. The museum continues to collect donations of STEAM children’s books for its media lab. Donations can be brought to the front desk Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 5 Brendan and Aidan Chen
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“I’ve been going to Turkey Swamp Park in Freehold since I was a kid, so I love bringing my boys there; 12-year-old Logan and 3-year-old Sonny. They were both so relaxed and enjoying the view and loved how calm the water was that day; they could see every bug, every fish nibble. I love capturing moments like these, and I hope when I look back, I can still feel how we felt then and there.”
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