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117 Shoreland Terrace, Middletown $349,000

237 Beers Street, Keyport $313,900

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W

e were warned about this winter being a rough one, but who would have thought we would see so much snow, record breaking temps, and on top of everything - a polar vortex. To imagine we may have a few more weeks of this makes me want to take an impromptu trip down south to warm my bones, but then again, spring is around the corner, and we only have to endure this for a little longer. February is definitely a more eventful month then January, all month we are celebrating Black History, as well as Presidents Day, oh, and of course that day for showing that special somebody how much they mean to you, a celebration of the heart – Valentine’s Day. February also happens to be American Heart Month, a time to raise awareness about heart disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, for both men and women, people of all ages and backgrounds can get the condition. If you don’t know me personally, this topic is close to my ‘heart’, as my father suffered from heart disease, but was a lucky man when he received a heart transplant a couple years back. I could probably tell you everything there is to know about the heart, being in and out of hospitals with my father for so long, I was able to learn and become more aware by chatting with the nurses and doctors on the cardiac floors – and believe me, there were many hospitals.

But understanding heart conditions isn’t an easy task - there are lots of different types and knowing how the heart works is more helpful when trying to learn about these conditions. Looking at the facts, prevention, and finding ways to improve your heart health, will benefit yourself and the people you love in the long run.

So please, love your heart and be aware,

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Grand Openings in Hazlet Left: Local officials and HBOA perform ribbon-cutting ceremony at Juvenate Medispa & Stop Smoking Clinics NJ which is located at at 619 Palmer Avenue in Hazlet.

Right: Local officials and HBOA perform ribbon-cutting at Realty Connect Group which is located at 3253 Highway 35 in Hazlet.

HBOA Holds Third Annual Holiday Window Decorating Contest On November 20, 2013, students from Raritan High School decorated the windows at the Airport Shopping Plaza with festive holiday displays. This is the third year that the Hazlet Business Owners Association hosted the Annual Holiday Window Decorating Contest; a contest with proceeds benezfitting the Hazlet Business Owners Association’s Scholarship Program.

The winner was the Moore Yarn window in Airport Plaza. Mitzy Moore (far right), owner of Moore Yarn stands with the Raritan High School students/artists who won the contest. Seniors: John Mcaree, Kristina Terranova, Nicole Mcaree

Dear fellow business Hazlet business owners, 2013 was a year of many accomplishments. Our membership doubled in growth, as Hazlet business owners have recognized the value of being a member.

Our goal is to help our members connect with other business owners to discuss how to improve our businesses and our community.

We provide critical input and feedback, helping to create a strong voice for our members while developing strong relationships between the local government, the community and civic organizations.

Our recent focus has been the business development along the two highway corridors that run through the Township. Both highways have seen an increase in vacant buildings and storefronts over the past few years. The HBOA recently formed a committee called the Hazlet Township Economic Development Committee; its mission is to enhance the many attributes that the Township of Hazlet has to offer.

We invite you attend our monthly meetings that are the second Wednesday of every month at 7:15p.m. Meetings are held at the Scudiery Enterprises Conference Room – located above Interstate Electronics at Airport Plaza. These monthly meetings are informative for both business owners and residents.

Please save the date and join us on Sunday, February 16, as the HBOA has a networking event that will include recent updates from the Economic Development Committee. This networking event will be held at the Shore Café, 1104 Route 36, Hazlet, from 5pm – 8pm.

This event will also raise funds for our High School Scholarship Program, which has grown over this past year from $1,000 to $2,500.

We hope to see you at the Shore Café on February 16. For more information on the HBOA, visit our website at hazletboa.org or on Facebook.

Sincerely yours,

Ted Koczon, President

Hazlet Business Owners Association

Raritan High School Student Richard Pyburn is the Winner of the Hazlet Business Owners Association’s Slogan Contest “Reaching out to bring our community together” is the new Hazlet Business Owners Association’s slogan.

Richard Pyburn was one of several business and marketing students from Raritan High School that participated in the slogan contest. He was awarded an HBOA certificate and $100 HBOA gift card on January 6, 2014 at the Hazlet School Board meeting.

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Keyport Writer Makes Us Laugh with New Parenting Book

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izz Dinnigan of Keyport has combined the humor of life with stories of raising her two boys, capturing the daily life of parenting into vignettes and short stories.

Dinnigan is the author if I Have Sand in my Arm: Quotes and Short Stories from Raising Two Hilarious Boys, which was published in December 2013.

A resident of Monmouth County for 11 years, Dinnigan shares everything from having rubber frogs thrown at her face while she sleeps to stories of her boys playing ‘chase’ with TSA agents in the airport.

“One son wedged a pencil eraser deep inside his ear cavity on the first day of school. The other child begs for wontons and ravioli for breakfast,” the synopsis reads.

Dinnigan’s book is available on Amazon, as a result of Dinnigan’s foresight to document every hilarious moment of parenting.

Lizz Dinnigan of Keyport has been keeping track of the humor in raising two boys ever since she became a parent. Now, she has a book to show for it.

Book cover created by John Koratzanis

Photo courtesy of Lizz Dinnigan.

Save the Date

Keyport Bonfire on the Beach The town of Keyport will be holding its first “Bonfire on the Beach” on Friday, February 28 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. behind the Waterfront Park at the intersection of Broad and First Streets. Hot beverages will be available for sale. Entertainment will include a traditional acoustic guitar campfire sing-a-long, and more. Bring your own chairs and bundle up for a fun winter night out!

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Keyport GardenWalk Announces Art Contest

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Keyport GardenWalk has announced its annual “Art Contest” for Keyport GardenWalk 2014.

Artists are welcome to submit their original art to become the face of Keyport GardenWalk, which will be held from June 7 and June 8, 2014. The rules are: >

Submissions must be original artwork (8x10 to 11x17)

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Artwork should be signed in the lower right corner and should have artist contact information (name, telephone number, address and email contact) on the back of the artwork

The winning poster for the 2013 contest held for Keyport GardenWalk.

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All forms of media are eligible – fine art, photos, graphics, etc.

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Artwork submissions accepted from January 6th to March 1 at Calabrese’s Barber Shop, 33 West Front Street – Keyport

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Submissions will be judged by March 15, 2014 and the winner will be notified (Blind judging by a non-partisan panel)

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Winning entry will be used to promote Keyport GardenWalk 2014 – June 7 and June 8, 2014

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No text or lettering – artwork only, please

Keyport GardenWalk is a free, self-guided walking/ biking tour of public and private gardens in historic Keyport. In 2013, Keyport GardenWalk included over 40 gardens and welcomed 2,000 visitors from the tri-state area. Keyport GardenWalk was named the “Best Family Attraction” in the 2013 Asbury Park Press “Best of the Best” Readers’ Choice Poll.

For more information about the contest, please email info@keyportgardenwalk.org or contact Clare Skeen 732.687.9519.

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430 Wall Street, Eatontown | $399,900 Fabulous expanded home with 4/5 bedrooms and 4 baths. Lower level master bedroom with gas fireplace, French doors to deck, luxurious bath and giant closet that was/can be 5th bedroom. Spacious open living/dining rooms and renovated kitchen are perfect for entertaining.

Second master bedroom with private bath. Oversized family room and small office with hardwood floors.

Perfect for extended family. On an oversized lot with in ground pool. Convenient to shopping, religious institutions and major highway.

1-906 Scenic Drive, Highlands | $268,500 Wake to breathtaking ocean and skyline views high up on the 9th floor in Luxurious Eastpointe! This unit features granite Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, new Bathroom, new wood floors, new washer and dryer. Sip coffee on your private terrace overlooking magnificent ocean vistas. Swim the Heated, Outdoor Pool, Play Tennis, hit the Workout room, party in the Skytop Club room.

24hr Security. Garage Parking. Express transport to NYC by bus, Ferry nearby. A Sophisticated Life Style Choice!

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Low Tide for Hazlet Flood Insurance Rates

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azlet Township has been recognized by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as one of 16 municipalities in New Jersey that took proactive steps and actions to reduce flood risks. The recognition resulted in a 20 percent decrease in insurance rates for residents.

Flood plain management lowered Hazlet’s rank from a Class-8 community to a Class-6, by promoting positive flood resistive measures to citizens and business owners, according to a news release.

A township release said insurance premium discounts

are based upon a community rating sacale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the highest in reductions. Only 17 other municipalities in New Jersey share Hazlet’s current rank, a rank that gives residents a full 20 percent discount eligibility.

Residents can find out more about the CRS discounts by contacting their flood insurance provider and more information on flood control and prevention strategies can be found at the township web page by clicking on the “Prepare Yourself” icon.

American Legion Raritan Post #23 Hosts Breakfast with Santa for Shelter Program Left to right: Post Staff John Dorsi, PPC, Ward Javins, PPC, Joe Basso, Trustee, Jim Santella, PPC, Eric Segura, Fianance Officer, Jim Higgins, Member, Rose Lloyd, Adjutant, Ken Connors, DSO, Ed Poplaski, PC, George Ferment, Trustee and Tim Rapp, Member.

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his year’s Post #23 Breakfast with Santa was the most successful in Post history. Post #23 in Keyport provided breakfast and a wrapped toy to 92 children plus children in the shelter program. It took almost two dozen members, spouses & friends to wrap, cook, serve and act as Santa & his elves. As in past years, many of the toys were generously donated by the Marines Toys for Tots program. Sadly for some children it was going to be their

Left to right: Manning the Kitchen were John Dorsi, PPC, Ward Javins, PPC, George Ferment, Trustee, Joe Basso, Trustee and Tim Rapp, Member.

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only present under the tree this year. Hopefully the Legion as an organization will be able to provide a better holiday for those unfortunate children in years to come.

On February 15, 2014 Post #23 will have its annual Comedy Night. A live DJ and three nationally known comedians will entertain from 6:30 to 9:00 - tickets are $30. Please visit the Post website at www.ALPost23.org for future events.

Left to right: Santa & his Elves - Diane Javins, Gina Santella, Jim Burke (Santa), Member, Carolyn Poplaski, Dawn Segura and Carla Rios (Carla volunteers at the Keyport Food Pantry, along with her mom Gladys Rios (not pictured). All the ladies are wives of Post Members.

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HAZLET HOMES LISTED & SOLD BY JEFF IN 2013!

SOLD • 29 Gregory St

SOLD • 7 Anthony Ct

SOLD • 3 Flintlock Ct

SOLD • 3 Janine Pl

SOLD • 49 Angela Cir

SOLD • 5 Ned Dr

SOLD • 11 Gerald Ter

SOLD • 17 Lynn Blvd

SOLD • 5 Linda Pl

SOLD • 55 Nevada Dr

SOLD • 11 Coleridge Ave

SOLD • 59 Coral Dr

SOLD • 528 Beers St

SOLD • 27 Lafayette Dr

SOLD • 21 Mountain Ave

SOLD • 6 Randolph Pl

SOLD • 31 Hazlet Ave

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Better known as “Grandma,” SanFilipo’s latest project is buying baby dolls and crocheting clothes for them. The dolls are donated to children undergoing treatment in Monmouth County hospitals through the non-profit New Jersey organization Blankie Depot.

“I feel so sorry for these sick children,” SanFilipo said.

“Little girls love to dress and undress dolls, I used to love that as a little girl. So I said, while I have the time and I’m able to do it, let me start with one doll and we would see how many I could get done.”

Linda Rossano, SanFilipo’s daughter, said her mother has been working on this project since Thanksgiving after shopping in Wal-Mart and realizing she could make outfits to put on the dolls.

“My mother always said children should have a very happy childhood, because that stays with you the rest of your life,” SanFilipo said, adding that after World War II when children came from Europe as orphans, her mother always took care of any child in need. SanFilipo was the first woman lawyer to graduate from Brooklyn Law School, and now enjoys her time with family as she finds ways to give back locally. Recently, SanFilipo began knitting and crocheting hats for people in Hospice.

“Grandma” is turning 100 on March 11, 2014, but continues to be both active and generous in Colts Neck and throughout Monmouth County. “Why shouldn’t every child have a happy childhood?” she said.

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Aberdeen-Matawan CERT graduates (in green vests) join CERT members and local officials on January 11, 2014 following the CERT graduation.

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berdeen-Matawan Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) conducted a final training exercise as well as a graduation for its most recent class of 26 CERT volunteers on January 11 at the Keyport First Aid Building.

Aberdeen-Matawan CERT Coordinator Herb Caravella said that training began in October of last year, with eight different blocks of instruction taught by Aberdeen Patrolman Roger Peter and Matawan Patrolman Brian Murphy.

Aberdeen Mayor Fred Tagliarini said to the graduates, “We are so glad to have you, and hope we don’t need you, but it is nice knowing you are here.”

CERT is designed to educate residents in local municipalities about disaster preparedness. On January 11, the final hands-on training exercise they completed was designed to test the class, which worked in teams, on the training they have received. The class was comprised of

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10 residents from Aberdeen, eight from Matawan, four from Keyport, and four from Union Beach.

Walter Kain, a CERT member since 2004, who is retired from his position as an emergency disaster responder, said that with his background, CERT was a perfect fit for him. “I love helping others and I believe it’s good to give back.”

Caravella noted that this graduating class received instruction in disaster preparedness, light search and rescue, disaster medical operations, terrorism, incident command system 100, fire safety, disaster psychology and first aid.

Aberdeen CERT Captain Gregory Strobel, Matawan OEM CERT coordinator Lieutenant Thomas Falco, Keyport Police Chief George Casaletto and Keyport OEM CERT Coordinator James Lawson assisted in presenting to the graduates.

Matawan Mayor Paul Buccellato said, “This was an intensive program. We hope there will not be another Hurricane Sandy, but it is great knowing you are here to help us if we need it.”

Also in attendance were Keyport First Aid OEM Coordinator Chief Kenneth Krohe, Keyport Councilwoman JoyMichele Tomczak and

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Caravella, who is in his 10th year, said, “We have excellent instructors to train the volunteers who attend our classes.”

The graduation was followed by team assignments, where graduates were given crisis scenarios and several jobs to get through the situation smoothly.

Graduate Sandra Gregory said, “This was very educational with excellent oneon-one instruction.”

Caravella said that after the attacks on September 11, 2001, communities began increasing disaster preparedness awareness through federal grand money.

Aberdeen graduated its firs CERT class in 2004, and now has a total of 74 members who assist local law enforcement for community events and are trained in case of emergency situations. The team logged 732 volunteer hours in 2013.

Caravella noted that applications for the CERT training classes this fall are now being accepted. Anyone interested in further information may contact Caravella at herb.caravella@aberdeennj.org.

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The Colletts of Holmdel - BILL and BARBARA Bill and Barbara Collett of Holmdel joined Meridian Fitness & Wellness five years ago. Bill, 72, never belonged to a fitness center until retirement and believes that he is now in the best shape of his life! Currently, Bill works out at Meridian Fitness & Wellness 5-6 days a week. During that time, he meets with Certified Personal Trainer Pat Harkenreader who specializes in Active Adult fitness. Bill and Pat meet once a week for a structured program specifically designed for his goals and fitness level. Bill also participates in a Small Group Training class for active adults lead by Certified Personal trainer Matt Wells.

“Bill’s dedication and enthusiasm are unparalleled. Often times it is hard to believe he is 72-years old. He truly is an inspiration to the trainers and members here at Meridian Fitness & Wellness,” said Wells.

The Scafarias of Colts Neck - JILL, VINCE, and TIM Jill Scafaria, and her husband Vince have been members at Meridian Fitness & Wellness for just over two years now. Living in Colts Neck, it takes the Scafaria’s 25 minutes each way to drive to Meridian Fitness & Wellness in Hazlet, but for them, it’s worth it. While Vince trains on his own, Jill’s father encouraged her to begin a Personal Training program with his Small Group Instructor, Matt Wells. “There is nothing better than having a Personal Trainer,” says Jill. “Training on my own without the guidance and motivation of a fitness professional got boring, but now I cannot wait to go the gym.” Jill attributes her success to the fun and creative workouts that Matt develops. “He takes into consideration that I have a bad left shoulder. He is still able to develop workouts that strengthen and stretch it without causing injury which is something I would not have the knowledge to do on my own.”

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According to Jill Scafaria, Meridian Fitness & Wellness has helped to make fitness family-friendly. “There are currently three generations of my family working out and training together at the Hazlet club,” says Jill. “I can’t imagine that happens very often!”

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Tim is the oldest of the four Scafaria children. When Tim turned 16 this October, his grandfather, Bill Collett, bought him a Personal Training package with Matt. As an athlete, Tim’s goal was to increase his muscle mass while also learning the mechanics behind proper lifting techniques and form. Tim continues to train with Matt once a week and, since beginning his program, has seen amazing results. “Right now, I am focused on my winter track season and increasing my upper body strength for pole vaulting,” says Tim. “I was the last one in my family to start training with Matt,” says Jill, “but am so glad that I finally did. I have even started taking his Small Group classes like my father. And that is how Matt came to train three generations of the Collett family at Meridian Fitness & Wellness! In all honesty, we are just trying to keep up with my dad!”

Meridian Fitness & Wellness Personal Training Director, Erin Walsh, says, “When families workout, either together or separately, it’s an ideal situation. They feed off of each other’s excitement and enthusiasm, motivate each other, and encourage one another to succeed as a family. At Meridian Fitness & Wellness, we are committed to creating a healthy and fun atmosphere the whole family can enjoy and succeed in.”

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Aberdeen PBA 163 Bowl-a-Thon Event Coordinator Officer Frank Maisano holds his daughter Danilynn and stands beside his wife Amanda. Left to right: In front of them are their children Frankie, Ally, and Nicky who are waiting their turn to bowl.

Left to right: The Undefeated Champion Team of the Police Challenge was Aberdeen PBA Team A which included Frank Maisano, John Zeller (to the left of trophy), Vito Turchiano, Manny Carabel, and Anthony Marone (to the right of trophy). Photo Credit Frank Maisano

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berdeen Township PBA 163 held their first Bowl-A-Thon on January 12 at Strathmore Lanes, welcoming area families, Mayor Fred Tagliarini and members of the town council.

Aberdeen Township PBA Local 163 members gather together during a break in their Bowl-a-Thon.

The Lasko Family stopped for a quick photo at the Bowl-a-Thon.

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Left to right: Members of the Holmdel Police Department team were Jon Martin, Tom Foley, Matt Menosky, and Frank Sigismondi.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;This event is meant to serve a dual purpose. It is a fundraiser for the PBA; and as a community event, it allows residents to interact with our police departments and first responders in a relaxed social atmosphere. We usually only meet those in the community during emergency situations. This allows all of us to get to know one another under friendly circumstances,â&#x20AC;? said Event Coordinator Officer Frank Maisano.

Members of the Aberdeen, Matawan, Middletown, Holmdel and Somerville Police Departments along with the NJ and Middlesex County Department of Corrections competed against each other in a double-elimination format.

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“We played against the NJ State Department of Corrections. Our team, Aberdeen PBA- A Team was the undefeated champions in the Tournament! Our A Team included John Zeller, Anthony Marone, Manny Carabel, Vito Turchiano, and myself,” Maisano said.

The Mayor’s Cup Bowling Challenge rounded out the tournament, putting township departments including public works and public safety, against each other. The Cliffwood Fire Company walked away the winner. Police Chief John Powers said he was happy to see such a great turnout and avid support from the community.

Aberdeen Police Chief John T. Powers was pleased with the event.

“It’s good to have officers from the different departments and the PBA here together,” Powers said.

Nicky Maisano was a very happy raffle winner!

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The Hausmann Family enjoying the event.

Left to right: Middletown Township PBA#124 team members were Al Scott, Greg Buhowski, Brian Dilworth, Chris Dee, and Kevin Tuohy.

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“Shopping for the Tricky Tray started the week after last year’s event. We hit any sale that catches our eye; we use coupons and clearance sections. We shop year round to get the best deals, but also to utilize the items for the season or holiday theme. Our goal is for 160 low level, 60 mid-level and four grand prizes,” said Joanne Staeger of Keyport First Aid Auxiliary.

There will also be a Super 50/50, which is on sale now, one ticket is $5.00 – last year’s winner received $2,300.00! The Auxiliary sends out approximately 450 letters to local businesses and organizations looking for donations, and are accepting until February 20, 2014 (individual donations are accepted as well).

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Spotlight: Matawan’s Football Kicker Mike Creamer

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nyone that has known Matawan resident Mike Creamer since he was young knows that he is great when it comes to sports, but it was not until a few friends convinced him to try out for the Matawan Aberdeen Football team in his freshman year that he found a gift. Believe it or not, Creamer had not played football competitively until that try out.

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Creamer also does community service off the field. He altar serves at St. Clements Roman Catholic Church in Matawan and volunteers with Special Olympics Swim Team

Creamer has heard back from many colleges, but has yet to make a final Creamer is the kicker and punter for decision on where he would like to go the Matawan Aberdeen High School study accounting or finance and possiFootball team and has recently won bly continuing his football career. His a Mini Max award from the Matawan ultimate goal if he decides to continue Football Club. The Mini Max awards are playing “Have a good career and do the for football players that have excelled best I can throughout the four years, on the field as well as in the classroom. play as much as I can.”

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show our loved ones we care, any night

a spread. It should wake up your taste buds, but not

can become a romantic date night. Date

leave you feeling completely satiated. This spread is

night at home is the ideal way to forego the restaurant

meant to be eaten with the hands and experienced

crowd and have a quiet meal. Having private time

with all of the senses. What is more romantic than

with the one we love, over a handmade meal is a great

feeding each other good food?

way to unwind and celebrate each other.

The recipes below are just suggestions. Only you

The ideal meal for a romantic night is what I

know what kind of foods you and your significant

like to call a “light feast.” The concept may seem

other like to eat. Preparing the sauces beforehand

counterintuitive, but it’s definitely a real thing and

and portioning them into ramekins makes prep-work

an art worth mastering. The idea is to have small

on date night minimal. Don’t forget to pop open a

bites of incredibly rich, flavorful, and distinct foods

bottle of your favorite wine and light some candles!

Finger food platter: Crudités (Thin but sturdy strips of raw Red & Green Peppers, Carrots, Broccoli, Celery, Cucumbers or any combination you choose. The more colorful the vegetable choices, the better!). Many times this can be purchased pre-cut from your local food-store, which is a good option to make this meal as simple to prepare as possible.

Toasted Baguette Slices Slice store-bought baguette into 6 ½ inch thick slices, drizzle with olive oil and bake at 350° on the top rack for 7-10 minutes until toasted and golden. Do this right before serving to ensure that they are warm.

Spicy Shrimp Skewers

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20 cleaned, deveined shrimp with the tails on

-Preheat oven to 350°

2 tbsp. Olive Oil

-Toss shrimp in olive oil and lime juice and skewer no more than 5 pieces to each

3 tbsp. Lime juice

wooden or metal skewer. Lay the completed skewers on a baking sheet lined with foil.

¼ tsp. Garlic powder

-In a small bowl combine the dry spices. Sprinkle lightly on one side of skewers, then

½ tsp. Smoked Paprika

flip and sprinkle the other side.

½ tsp. Salt

-Bake for 10-15 minute until cooked through.

¼ tsp. Cayenne Pepper

-Sprinkle meat lightly with seasoning (it’s very strong, so a little will go a long way).

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What is more romantic than feeding each other good food?

Dipping Sauces: Goat Cheese & Herb -Combine ¼ cup Le Chevrot* crumbled, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, ¼ cup Parmesan peppercorn dressing until creamy

Spicy Coconut Sauce -Combine 1/2 cup cream of coconut, ½ tsp cayenne pepper, 2 tsp curry powder, 1 tbsp lime juice until well blended

Minty Yogurt Dip -Combine 6oz plain Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp of honey, and 1 tsp mint extract

Dessert: Chocolate Covered Strawberries 4-6 Ripe Strawberries, rinsed and patted dry ½ bag of high quality semisweet chocolate chips -Line a cutting board with aluminum foil -Add the chocolate chips to a small microwave safe bowl. Heat for 15 second in the microwave, stir with a clean dry spoon Repeat this process until chips are melted and smooth.

-Make sure the strawberries are completely dry before dipping into melted chocolate -Dip one at a time, letting excess drip before carefully placing the coated berries on the cutting board -When finished, put berries in the refrigerator to firm up

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Monmouth County Art Schools Work on Display

The work will be in the Long Branch Public Library through February PROVIDED BY DONNA ANONSEN

Paintings, drawings and photographs created

by Monmouth County Arts High and Arts Middle School students will be on display at the Long Branch Public Library for the month of February.

The exhibit features work completed by gifted and talented students who participated in the Monmouth County Arts High or Arts Middle School. The programs, now in their 10th year, offer advanced arts classes in creative writing, dance, instrumental music, vocal music, acting and visual arts to students from public, private, and home schools in Monmouth County. Students, admitted to the program through audition, are released from their schools one afternoon each week during the spring semester to participate in the various courses that are taught by professional artists.

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Congratulations to the following students:

Ally Lockwood Antonides Middle School Alexandra Herrmann Brielle Elementary Sschool Cara Bieber, Arthur Futernik, Helen Li Colts Neck High School Gage Hateley Deal Elementary School Lindsay Gelber, Freehold Borough High School Aidan Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sullivan Freehold Twp. High School Abaigeal Ahlholm, Catarina Breithoff, Emily Churak, Annelise Hackett, Eric Soares, Maddy Williams, Abigail Smith Henry Hudson Regional School Emily Conlon Holmdel High School Anne Marie Robertelli Howell Twp MS North Daniella Gines Howell Twp Middle School South Rebecca Rose, Nicole Sickles Keyport High School

Chris Hopkins, Jason Kalos, Michelle Molokie, Brie Rosenblum Manalapan High School Amelia Johnson Manasquan Elementary School Brittany Liscoe, Matt Prziose Middletown High School North Erica Barbara, Cori Dussman Middletown High School South Finn Wright Mountz Elementary School Janaya Lewinski, Olivia Nash, Francisco Rodriguez Neptune High School Taylor Buenaga, Mia Decker, Caroline Canales Neptune Middle School Bailey Foreman Satz Intermediate School Peri Hernandez, Kayla Mitchell Tinton Falls Middle School Connor Pyburn Wall Intermediate School

For more information on the exhibit or the Monmouth County Arts High or Arts Middle School programs, or to obtain an application, contact the Arts & Education Center at 732.566.ARTS(2787), email info@artsandedcenter. org, or visit our website at www.artshigh.net.

This program has been made possible in part by a grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/ Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Keyport Library Joins Consortium

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n December 18, 2013, patrons of the Keyport Free Public Library, 109 Broad Street, will gain access to 2.6 million circulation materials and be able to download electronic books, greatly enhancing the Library’s services and its capacity to serve the town’s resident.

This news comes as a result of the Library’s decision, this past September, to join the Libraries of Middlesex Consortium (LMxAC). Though the Consortium originated in Middlesex County, other libraries located in Monmouth County, such as Long Branch, Red Bank, and Matawan/Aberdeen, are existing members.

Previously, the Library relied on the traditional index card system. While it had a quaint appeal to some, the Library knew it had to modernize to stay current and remain relevant to today’s patrons. Now, through the Consortium, Keyport Library patrons will receive a new scannable library card and be able to access the LMxAC website at lmxac.org to locate a book by author or title. Books not found at the Keyport Library, but available at other consortium libraries, are held and delivered to the Keyport Library typically within three days. Alternately, patrons can pick them up at the library where the book is located. The LMxAC website explains all the features provided by each library in the consortium.

Pathway to Success

As a result of joining the Consortium, the Library has been very busy digitizing its vast collection of materials and old and seldom checked-out books are being removed in an ongoing process. Additionally, four new replacement computers were added to accommodate LMxAC requirements.

The Library has also started reaching out to residents with a new website, keyportlibrary.org, and a new commitment to planning year-round events for all ages. This new events initiative kicked off in October with a Fairy Frolic for kids, Ghost Story and Edgar Allan Poe nights for adults, the addition of a weekly Thursday Story Time and Craft, and through a partnership with Keyport Central School, each first and second grade class heard a story and made a craft with a librarian. Keyport library director, Jackie LaPolla, met with Keyport Public Schools officials to explore ways the library can better collaborate with the schools to improve summer reading, homework help, and class trips to the library in the future.

Additionally, the Library has been making other significant renovations and improvements to the buildings and grounds.

The old heating system was converted to a new and efficient gas boiler. A storage shed was built behind the library. The gardens surrounding the library were expanded and the trees pruned. The building was given a fresh coat of paint, roofing was repaired, and security lighting installed. Other improvements to the building’s interior appearance and infrastructure are planned for the very near future.

For more information, contact Jackie LaPolla at 732.264.0543, email info@keyportnjlib.org or visit keyportlibrary.org. The Library of Middlesex Automation Consortium can be found at lmxac.org.

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Acts to Capture Your Imagination A sneak preview into some of our local high schools’ theatre.

HOLMDEL HIGH SCHOOL Holmdel High School’s Theatre Department is presenting a musical revue, “Some Enchanted Evening.”

The performance features music from “The Sound of Music,” “South Pacific,” “Carousel,” “Oklahoma,” and more.

The show is an ensemble, with a cast of 24 who will share the stage and all share in the glory.

The show will run on at 7:30 p.m.

March 13, 14 and 15. Tickets are $12, and $5 for students and seniors.

RARITAN HIGH SCHOOL Raritan High School is pleased to present “Beauty and the Beast,” starring Tia Romeo as Belle and Matthew Giove as The Beast. The show runs on March 27 and 28 at 7:00 p.m., and on March 29 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

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Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for adults. Enjoy a special Tea and Story Time with Bella on March 29 at 5:00 p.m.

RANNEY SCHOOL Ranney School has some great productions coming up, including an Upper School performance of “The Threepenny Opera,” on March 6-8.

Ranney’s Lower School is performing a free musical, “Schoolhouse Rock Live, Jr.,” from April 25-26.

All performances begin at 7:00 p.m. Tickets to “The Threepenny Opera” are $15 at the door, there are no pre-sales.

Is your high school musical coming up? Let us know! Email info@communitymagazinenj.com.

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Debbie Noce, Social Butterfly event planner in Monmouth County.

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How Debbie Noce became Monmouth County’s Social Butterfly STORY KAITLYN ANNESS Dr. Robi Ludwig, CNN and Today Show Contributor, and Social Butterfly Debbie Noce.

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ebbie Noce wasn’t always the outgoing, bubbly person she is today. But when a divorce forced Noce out of her shell and into the world of being social, Noce left the retail world and realized she had a knack for event planning.

“My background was retail, I had three clothing stores out of college. After you go through a divorce, things change. I used to be very shy and quiet. Now, I could be in the city, and people say, ‘There she is, Social Butterfly.’”

Known throughout the state as The Social Butterfly, Noce has made a name for herself in both the event planning and music industries.

“I decided I needed to start a whole new circle of friends, and I didn’t want to always be in a bar. I wanted to put together events for people who were divorced and single who had nothing to do,” Noce said. “The original plan was more or less creating parties and events for all these single people, which snowballed into private affairs and nonprofit events.”

Now, Noce has a slew of experience under her belt, enabling her to offer clients the whole package from social networking to corporate affairs. Recently, Noce began planning second weddings, a fitting service to offer considering how Social Butterfly began. “I will not ever do a first time bride.

I am booking second weddings, where they know what they want, it’s smaller.”

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Most of all, Noce loves bringing people together through her events, and through the music she loves. “There were a lot of friendships formed through the connections of Social Butterfly,” she said.

Noce represents local musician Scott Elk, an Ocean Township resident who often plays The Wine Loft in Pier Village, a venue Noce books live music for regularly. “That has become a whole other part of the business,” Noce said. “I have met so many contacts in the music industry, local talent, and I book several acts at certain venues.

I love it. I love music.”

But when it comes to charitable events, Noce is at the top of her industry. In the last two years, Noce has planned events that raised more than $20,000 for Jon Bon Jovi’s Soul Kitchen. Social Butterfly has worked with local charities, such as The Ashley Lauren Foundation, to national organizations like the American Cancer Society. Noce said she’s selective, looking for charities which really need the help and benefit deserving people and causes.

Living up to her company’s name, the Social Butterfly has flown from event to event, planning intimate gatherings and large parties for people to meet one another and enjoy the atmosphere.

“Wherever I go, I just talk to people.

I try to bring people together who have nothing to do.”

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The Liquid State Embracing the Juicing Craze and All Its Benefits

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rom greens, to fruits and everything in between, the key to health this year seems to be in liquid form. The juicing craze has been steadily climbing in recent years (Jack LaLanne would be proud), and if you’re not already on the bandwagon, making a habit of liquefying delicious fruits and vegetables could be daunting.

Patty Siciliano, owner of Yummy Good Juice Bar in Red Bank, said juicing is all about what you enjoy.

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CLEANSES Yummy Good Juice Bar in Red Bank offers a six-juice cleanse, including melon and beet juices, which help rehydrate and rid your body of toxins. “It’s a standard six juices, but we also would tailor them if the customer needed it,” owner Patty Siciliano said.

“In my eyes, it’s whatever pleases you. It’s kind of like going to a buffet and deciding what you like the most,” she said. “I recommend any fruits and vegetables.”

JUICER The experts recommend any centrifugal juicer for home use. While cold press juicers are popular, they make a mess and tend to

According to Dr. Woodson Merrell, Chairmen of the Department of Integral Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center and author of The Detox Prescription, the benefit of juicing comes from cleansing your body. “It is essential to break the cycle of dependence on saturated fats, refined carbohydrates, processed foods, and excess caffeine and alcohol,” Woodson said in his Huffington Post blog.

be harder to use.

If you’re not looking to partake in a three-day liquid diet to cleanse your body of toxins, easing slowly into the habit of juicing may be your best bet. Woodson said juices could reduce your appetite, rest your stomach, improve energy and rehydrate your body.

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