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Don’t miss Keyport’s 11TH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S PARADE

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n Saturday, March 12, 2016, the Keyport Fire Department will be holding their 11th annual St. Patrick’s Parade beginning at 1:00 p.m. The Keyport Fire Department is proud to announce this year’s Grand marshal is Bob Strang and Deputy Grand marshal is Jackie Caddle. Participating in the parade will be the following organizations and clubs: Keyport Fire Department, Keyport Mayor and Council, Keyport First Aid Squad and Cadets, Keyport OEM and CERT, Union Beach EMS, Union Beach Fire Department, Union Beach Mayor and Council, Keyport Indians, Democratic Club, Keyport Recreation, Explorers, Republican Party, Kiwanis Club, The Elks, Knights of Columbus, The Masons, Keyport Historical Society, Keyport Kids, Keyport Central School Band, Boy Scouts and the Girl Scouts. Several of the clubs and organizations will feature floats or vehicles. There will be several Pipe Bands marching, and a few of the bands will return to McDonagh’s Pub, on West Front Street, for your listening pleasure.

A special thank you to the following sponsors of this year’s parade goes to McDonagh’s Pub, Keyport Bayfront Business Cooperative (KBBC) and the Keyport Fire Department.

Bring the entire family to Keyport on Saturday, March 12, 2016 and show your Irish Pride. Don’t forget to wear your green! Remember, everyone is Irish at the Keyport St. Patrick’s Parade.

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The parade will be leaving from St. Joseph’s Church. The parade route is as follows: starting at St. Joseph’s, moving over West 4th Street to Maple Place to Broad Street, turning down Broad Street to West Front Street and ending at Fireman’s Park.

There will be many cars and trucks in the area of the parade route. Residents of Maple Place are not required to move their vehicles, but residents on Broad Street and West Front Street are required to move their vehicles.

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BASEBALL TEAM REACHES OUT TO FAMILIES At Ronald Mcdonald House

STORY SUSAN MURPHY Members of the CK Cardinals gather in the kitchen of Ronald McDonald House in Long Branch where they cooked breakfast for the families. They are holding Visa gift cards that the team also donated. LEFT TO RIGHT: Robert Rizzuto, Christopher Gendi, Matthew Granato, Christian Corcione, Brandon Smith, Ryan Gonzalez, Hunter Michaels, and Finn Lester join Ms. Lynn Hawkins and Coach Craig Koppelman.

What better way to show you care than to cook breakfast for someone?

the

family

fun.” Christopher Gendi, a freshman

experienced first-hand how helpful the

at Matawan Regional High School

Ronald McDonald House is for families

said he had fun knowing he was doing

who have loved ones in the hospital. The

something good for someone who

THE CK CARDINALS, a baseball team

team noted that they understand how

was going through a difficult time. “If

made up of 14 and 15-year-old boys from

lucky they are to have the lives they’ve

there is something that I can do to help

Matawan/Aberdeen and surrounding

been given but moreover, that they have

someone whose child is in the hospital;

towns, arrived at the Ronald McDonald

their health. They realized that the

I am happy to do it. The team and I had

House in Long Branch this winter ready

children who are in the hospital can’t

a great time cooking for these families.

to prepare a breakfast for champions!

say the same and for that they wanted

Knowing that we were able to give them

Team owner and Coach Craig

to give back. This was the team’s first

one less thing they had to worry about

time doing something like this but it

was a good feeling. It was interesting

members in cooking and serving a

will definitely not be the last.

learning about the Ronald McDonald

brunch consisting of eggs, French

House that day. I also learned that a lot

toast, bacon and biscuits. This was

located out of Morganville. Although

of my teammates can’t cook!”

the first time some of the boys had

the team is made up of 11 players and

Ms.

cooked. While they had fun with a little

only eight were able to attend this

appreciation for the services the boys

craziness thrown in, the end result was

event, all of the boys donated towards

provided as well as the Visa card

a beautiful brunch that many families

the monetary contributions that were

donations. Natalie Stewart, the House

enjoyed. The team also donated six

made. Those who attended included

Manager of the Ronald McDonald

$25 Visa gift cards to families so they

Christopher Gendi of Aberdeen; Ryan

House, shared this with one of the

could buy necessities. After the boys

Gonzalez, Brandon Smith, Christian

parents whose son attended. “It is

finished cooking, Ms. Lynn Hawkins,

Corcione, and Matthew Granato of

always a wonderful experience for

the Weekend Relief Manager, gave the

Howell/Freehold; Finn Lister of Spring

families and staff to see young people

team a tour of the facility and explained

Lake Heights; Hunter Michaels of

engaging in community service and

how the Ronald McDonald House

Manalapan, and Robert Rizzuto of

outreach activities. Their witness is a

came about and what they do for the

Marlboro. Coach Adam Garry was

reminder that the spirit of philanthropy

community.

unable to attend.

and community engagement is alive

Koppelman joined eight of the team

Teammates

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Christopher

Gendi,

family.

The

Gonzalez

The CK Cardinals is a club team

Ryan Gonzalez said returning

whose youngest brother was born

to Ronald McDonald House brought

premature,

Gonzalez,

back memories. “When our family

whose little sister was also premature,

and

Ryan

stayed, I remember hanging out in the

understood how a hospital stay impacts

game room. It made my stay so much

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KEYPORT KIWANIS HELD Annual Fish Fry STORY SUSAN MURPHY

THE KIWANIS CLUB OF KEYPORT welcomed families and individuals to their annual Fish Fry on February 10, 2016 at the Town and Country Inn. Keyport Kiwanis Treasurer and Chairman of the event Martin Ciaurro, who has run the event for two years in a row, said 250 pounds of fish fillet was used.

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French fries, coleslaw and assorted cake rounded out the meal. Between take-out orders and dining-in orders, Ciaurro said, “We usually sell between 450 to 500 dinners. There is a diverse variety of people in all age groups who attend.”

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Current Keyport Kiwanis President Charlie Kojsza has been a part of the Fish Fry since 1996. “We couldn’t do this without the help and support of the students and the community. Everyone working together is the key to our success.” Chairman Ciaurro agreed. “We have great support from the community. This is one of our largest fundraiser.”

He added that the Club’s Chicken Fry is coming up on April 4, 2016 and will be held at the Town and Country Inn also.

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THE ARTS SOCIETY OF KEYPORT is planning an evening of fun painting, sipping beverages, and enjoying snacks to benefit the Arts Society of Keyport's projects. The cost is $35 per person and seats are limited, so call Mary Ann at 732.441.3937 and leave a message today!

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Uncovering Hidden Epicurean Delights The Bronx and Red Bank Combine to Create …

PATRICIA’S OF HOLMDEL IN THE COMMONS is a five-month-old, BYOB restaurant that appeared to be a stark and uninviting storefront until I entered and was impressed with the warmth and genuine friendliness of the staff. As you look beyond the hostess station to the sign “Patricia’s Est 2015” on the wall above the Wood Fired Pizza kitchen, you get a sense of the owners’ confidence that people will be enjoying exquisite home-style Italian cooking here for many years to come.

Patricia’s is spacious with seating for 200 diners and sporting two large screen TV’s.

The wood floors (or some wood-like composite) make a cleaner presentation than carpeting, in my opinion. The tables are elegantly set with full place settings on white tablecloths.

The service is white-gloved without formality a very attentive service with a casual attitude.

As waiters other than ours or bussers passed our table, they would make sure our glasses and bread basket were filled and eating utensils replaced. Everyone could answer questions about the menu. The banter among wait staff, bussers and owners is refreshing and reflects a team that likes coming to work.

Being there for lunch in the middle of the week, there were only a few tables occupied and so we enjoyed the full attention of our waiter who was very willing to talk about the menu and the restaurant when he was not serving. My associate and I shared Nonna’s Meatballs ($9.95), Stuffed Artichoke ($10.95) and Uncle Sal’s Pizza ($14.95). Meatballs are one of the most unassuming foods, yet, when Patricia’s prepares them with three meats, savory seasoning and a scoop of Ricotta, they become Italian soul food. The homemade stuffing and lemon garlic dressing made the artichoke superb. We got some kick from Uncle Sal’s Pizza topped with fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, and long hots. At our request, they sat us at one of the many tables set for eight people and we were able to spread out our papers and accomplish much business in a pleasant atmosphere with great food. I vowed

parmesan excited the taste buds. My son likes to return for dinner as soon as possible. diced tomatoes on top of his Caesar, which the The opportunity presented itself when my son visited with a bottle of 2012 Amoureaux waiter readily accommodated on a side dish.

My wife was in the mood for pasta with from the Lasseter Family Winery in Sonoma.

What better place to enjoy that excellent wine sausage and without tomato gravy which, and a bottle of Pinot Grigio than at Patricia’s! unfortunately, is not on the menu. No We made reservations for three and found the problem. The waiter suggested an adaptahostess very accommodating even after we had tion of an item with broccoli rabe and garlic to change the time twice, finally arriving at “Alla Salvatore style” ($18.95). It is notewor7:15 on a Sunday night. The place was packed thy that at Patricia’s the pasta is served molto but we were seated immediately. Water glasses al dente (firm to the bite) and, unlike some were filled, wine poured and bread (the stuffed Italian cuisine, garlic does not overpower any bread is to die for) were brought to the table dish but adds a savory, spicy flavor. My son very quickly. The waiter went through a short had the Seafood Fra Diablo ($29.95) served in list of specials, giving the price of each item a kettle. It was tasty but not spiced enough (without us having to ask) and then gave us for his taste. I ordered the Baby Lamb Chops some time to decide. When the restaurant is ($29.95) but panicked when I saw Lenny busy, the entire order must be placed at the leaving before my order would have been same time but the kitchen managed it perfect- started. Well, Lenny has a superb staff because ly with every course unrushed and entrées the color and temperature of the meat was perfect and the gamey, slightly sweet taste of served hot.

All the owners are present on weekends, the lamb fared well with the slightly bitter so we were able to meet Sal, who is part of taste of the broccoli rabe. You must end the family that owns Patricia’s in the Bronx; with coffee and consider desserts. We took Lenny, who was formerly the chef at Pazzo in advantage of the best dessert buy. Three small Red Bank; and Frank, who, as best as I can canola, with cream imported from Sicily ($4).

The restaurant also has two family style tell, owns a commercial printing business but wanted to get involved in a quality restaurant menus, one at $45 per person and one at $55 business in this area. He certainly picked the per person with some interesting selections.

Some Sunday we will return for Nonna’s right two partners to make that happen.

There were many interesting appetizers to Sunday Sauce with homemade Bracciole, choose from. With difficulty we settled on Italian Sausage, Veal, Beef and Pork Meatballs the Seafood Salad with octopus, calamari and in D.O.P San Marzano Tomato Sauce served baby shrimp and Patricia’s Pizza with figs, baby over Rigatoni ($29.99).

So, you can’t tell a book by its cover. Patriarugula, goat cheese and sprinkled with truffle oil. Each was $15.95. The lemon parsley cia’s of Holmdel may look stark and uninviting dressing on the salad was wonderfully delicate, from the outside but it’s warm and friendly on but the seductive aroma from the truffle oil the inside where the patrons join in singing sent us to heaven. We shared the Beet Salad “happy birthday” while they continue to enjoy ($12.95) served with baby arugula and goat their exquisite Italian cuisine selections. It is cheese that had a generous portion of baked located at 2132 Route 35, Holmdel, New Vermont Goat Cheese on top. We also shared Jersey 07733. For more information, visit the Caesar Salad ($9.95) since, for us, compar- www.PatriciasofHolmdel.com. ing Caesar Salads at every Italian restaurant we visit is a must... this was among the very best I ever had! The dressing was not overpower- Until next month - live well, eat well, ing, the romaine crispy fresh and the shaved The Food Spy

The Food Spy seeks and finds hidden, and perhaps not so hidden epicurean gems in and around Monmouth County promoting the notion that good wine, good food in good company is one of life’s simplest and civilized pleasures. Sharing these gems, is the mission of the Food Spy.

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MATAWAN PLANS SHORTEST ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE Washington Engine Co #1, located at 176 Jackson Street in Matawan, will be holding its St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Friday, March 11, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. At 6:05 p.m., a dinner of corned beef, cabbage and potatoes will be served for $7. Don’t be late, you will miss the parade! For more information, contact Ray Bassford at 732.977.7906 or Jim Carney at 908.601.1243.

WOMAN’S CLUB OF MATAWAN TO HOLD GOLF CLASSIC On May 16, 2016 at Bella Vista Country Club, located in Marlboro, the Woman’s Club of Matawan will be holding their 2016 Golf Classic. If you are interested in playing golf or if you are a business interested in advertising in their upcoming brochure, please contact Joan Potts Brown at 732.904.6327.

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Matawan Historical Society Plans Events for 100th Anniversary of Shark Attack The 100th Anniversary of the Matawan Shark Attack is July 12, 2016. The Matawan Historical Society is planning a series of events to span from Saturday, July 9, 2016 to Sunday, July 17, 2016. These events will include bus tours of the actual site of the attacks, as well as homes and buildings involved which are still standing. They will plan movies in the park, as well as an old-fashioned ice cream social. The Matawan Town Historian will give a one-hour presentation on the attacks, with a special emphasis on Stanley Fisher, who attempted to rescue Lester Stillwell's body. The State Aquarium will give a presentation on shark behavior and conservation with a small live shark that can be touched.

Jenkinsen's will give a talk at the library titled “Fins and Scales”. We will create a permanent memorial in the park to the victims of this tragic event, with the dedication of a monument in Memorial Park on Sunday, July 17, 2016.

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On Saturday, March 19, 2016, Matawan Recreation Department invites you to their annual Easter Egg Hunt, which will begin at 11:00 a.m. at Matawan Community Center, located at 201 Broad Street. This event is open to children up to 9 years old. Please bring your own basket to collect the eggs, and make sure you look for the Golden Egg inside and win a prize! Don't forget the camera to take pictures with the Easter Bunny. This year, enter in their Easter Bonnet Contest, there will be prizes for first, second and third place.

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In class, Charlie was introduced to and inspired by the murals created by Van Gough, Gauguin, and other famous artists. He would then adapt their paintings to create a masterpiece of his own. He also enjoyed painting abstract designs. His attention to detail is remarkable. It not only enhances the quality of his pictures but it sincerely defines him as an artist.

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Although Charlie no longer paints, he continues to use a mixture of learned and innate artistic abilities to convey his thoughts and feelings to others. In fact, he recently traded in his paintbrushes for drum sticks and currently chooses to express himself through his music. Charlie is an extraordinarily talented individual and is loved by everyone at the Arc of Monmouth.

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On Saturday, March 19, 2016, Aberdeen Township Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Guisti Park.

This event is open to kids up to age 8, there will also be a special needs area for school age children. Don’t forget the camera to take pictures with the Easter Bunny. This year there will be a homemade Easter Hat Contest for all children, so make sure you get creative. There will be prizes for first, second and third place. This is a rain or shine event.

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Aberdeen Township Recreation will hold a Senior Citizen Trip to the Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, New Jersey on Wednesday, May 18, 2016. The bus will depart from two sites: Dunkin Donuts located on Route 35 in Cliffwood at 10:00 a.m. and Temple Shalom located at Ayrmont Lane in Strathmore at 10:15 a.m.

The approximate arrival time back home will be 3:30 p.m. The trip cost for Aberdeen residents is $12 and for non-residents is $17. Non-residents will have the chance to sign-up if seats are available after the Aberdeen resident deadline. The reservation deadline is April 7, 2016 for Aberdeen residents, 55 and over. Lunch will be on your own, and food is not allowed in the park. Lunch options for the day are as follows: The Rat (reservations required), Peacock Café and Van Gogh Café.

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TURKEY DINNER BENEFIT FOR BAYSHORE LUNCH PROGRAM Mark your calendars now for the Holmdel Community Church’s annual Turkey Dinner Benefit to be held on Saturday, March 12, 2016.

Guests will enjoy a home-cooked meal in the church’s recently renovated Fellowship Hall, where the original floors and ceilings have been restored to their turn of the century elegance. The recipient of this year’s Benefit Dinner is the Bayshore Lunch Program, based in Keyport. The Bayshore Lunch Program serves lunch five days a week to all who are in need of food or fellowship.

More than 400 guests will enjoy a delicious turkey dinner with gravy and mashed potatoes, fresh green beans, coleslaw, and homemade pies and desserts. The event is an annual tradition for many in the area, and it fills up quickly. Seating is limited and reservations are necessary.

There will be four seatings for the dinner: 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., and 7:00 p.m. Tickets cost $15.00 for adults and $8.00 for children under 12. Take-out meals are also available at a price of $15.00. To order tickets, contact Sharon Wessel by calling 732.431.2372 or emailing swe456ssel@aol.com.

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The Holmdel Community Church is located at 40 W. Main Street (Rt. 520) in Holmdel. For more information, call 732.946.8821.

HOLMDEL’S EARTH DAY FESTIVAL SLATED FOR APRIL 30TH

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SAVE THE DATE for Holmdel’s 18th Annual Earth Day Festival at Bayonet Farm on Saturday, April 30, 2016 from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. and this year’s theme will be “Recycling Rocks!" Awesome live entertainment with an educational emphasis is what has kept this festival so popular for so long. Admission, shows, tours and parking are all free.

Little environmentalists are treated to live animal shows, nature crafts and a petting zoo (nominal charge). All ages enjoy great live folk music, access to pet adoptions, and many “green” exhibits by area organizations such as Monmouth County Master Gardeners and Composters, NY/NJ Baykeeper, and festival sponsors, Citizens for Informed Land Use (CILU) and the Holmdel Environmental Commission.

Guided Tours of the historic Harding House and of the bucolic rolling pastures round out a perfect afternoon. Make sure to have a delicious gourmet lunch at the Red Barn Deli and to purchase fresh baked goodies at the Olde Fashioned Bake Shoppe; proceeds go towards future festivals.

If you would like to help our planet while having fun, please join our 18th Earth Day Festival planning committee! Meetings

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are held one weekday morning a month. If your schedule does not allow that, please consider volunteering some time on the weekend of Festival. Adults, as well as High School students who would like to earn community hours, are invited to contact ksyvruds@comcast.com.

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PROGRAMS & EVENTS HAZLET RECREATION has announced its calendar for 2016, please note that dates and times are subject to change. You can also visit www.hazlettwp.org for additional information on more events like Concerts in the Park, Dinner Theatre, Casino Trips, Movies in the Park and so much more!

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S PE C I A L B US TR I P S Hazlet Recreation announces a bus trip on April 30, 2016 to see Something Rotten! at the St. James Theatre. The bus departs the Hazlet Library at 11:00 a.m. and show time is at 2:00 p.m. Cost is $116 per person which includes Orchestra seating and coach bus transportation.

Extra time has been allowed for lunch, shopping or sightseeing around the city before the show. Tickets can be purchased at the Recreation Department, please call 732.217.8683 for additional information.

Hazlet Recreation announces a bus trip on July 9, 2016 to watch the National League Champs New York Mets take on the Washington Nationals. Game time is 7:10 p.m. and cost per person is $85.

Travel by coach bus to Citi Field, the bus will depart from the Hazlet Library at 4:00 p.m. All participants receive a Mike Piazza jersey, and seats are in section 139. Tickets can be purchased at the Recreation Department, please call 732.217.8683 for additional information.

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Rabbits PROVIDED BY KATHLEEN SCHATZMANN NJ STATE DIRECTOR | THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES

The Humane Society of the United States is asking people to make the humane choice and refrain from acquiring live animals as Easter gifts this holiday season.

Rabbits and chickens can make wonderful companions, but those adorable babies grow up quickly into adults that will need proper socialization, care and companionship for many years.

After cats and dogs, rabbits are the animals most frequently surrendered to animal shelters, largely because people acquire them as youngsters but aren’t prepared for the long-term commitment involved. The majority of rabbits lose their homes because of “people reasons,” such as a move or the owner’s inability or unwillingness to care for the animal, and not because the rabbit has behavioral or health problems. Others are simply released into backyards by people who mistakenly believe they will be able to fend for themselves.

Unlike wild rabbits, domestic pet rabbits cannot survive on their own outdoors.

The decision to add any new pet to your household, whether it be a baby rabbit, a puppy or kitten should be considered carefully to ensure you have the time and resources to devote to the animal’s longterm care. The HSUS’s resources on rabbit care and adoption can help you decide whether a rabbit is the right pet for you.

When the time is right and you have decided to get a rabbit because you have learned what it takes to provide great care and an appropriate diet, you have bunny-proofed your house, you have found a great rabbit veterinarian, and you are ready to give a special bunny the attention and exercise he/she needs every day.

You don’t want to buy a bunny from a pet store because most of those rabbits come from mass-breeding facilities that can be like puppy mills. So what are your options? Animal shelters and rescue groups When you are ready to adopt, please be sure to visit your local shelter first. Many New Jersey shelters have adoptable rabbits already in their care that are just waiting for a wonderful new home like yours.

In addition to shelters, there are numerous private rabbit adoption agencies that are run by people with in-depth knowledge of rabbits.

Most groups depend on volunteers who provide foster care for homeless rabbits until they can find them a home. Many rabbit rescue groups partner with local animal shelters, helping to place bunnies through their foster care networks.

To locate a rescue group that specializes in rabbits, contact your local animal shelter or search online through the House Rabbit Society.

Two additional online resources are www.TheShelterPetProject.org or www.PetFinder.com should be your first stop. Consider giving children a plush toy or a chocolate rabbit.

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Puppy Mill Ordinance Set for Monmouth County A resolution, sponsored by Monmouth County Freeholder John Curley, that will encourage municipalities to adopt ordinances restricting the sale of dogs and cats in pet stores unless they obtain such dogs or cats from animal shelters or rescue organizations, was passed by the Board of Chosen Freeholders on January 21, 2016. Monmouth County is the third county to pass such a resolution following Camden and Mercer Counties.

Ocean County just passed a similar Resolution on February 3, 2016.

Puppy mills continue to breed pets with health and/or behavioral issues which are then sold by pet stores to customers.

These puppy mills are usually large-scale, inhumane, commercial breeding facilities that emphasize profit over the welfare of the animal. Consumers often, unwittingly, purchase a sick pet resulting in heartache and financial hardship. Pets may be obtained from reputable hobby breeders or from local shelters or rescue organizations.

“The Humane Society of the United States applauds the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders for passing this important resolution,” said Kathleen Schatzmann, New Jersey State Director for the Humane Society of the United States. “In doing so, Monmouth County took a strong stand against the cruel puppy mill industry, while promoting responsible breeders and pet adoption.”

“On behalf of Friends of Animals United New Jersey (FAUN-NJ), I would like to thank the freeholders for their dedication to making Monmouth County an animal friendly community. We would especially like to thank Freeholder Curley for his unwavering support of this resolution” said Janice Fisher, Puppy Mill Awareness Campaign Coordinator for FAUN-NJ. The Monmouth County SPCA is so honored to have the support of John Curley and other Monmouth County Freeholders.

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SAINT JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL S T U D E N T S S I G N N AT I O N A L F O OT B A L L

LETTERS OF INTENT Saint John Vianney High School (SJVHS) participated in National Football Signing Day. On February 3, 2016, in the SJVHS Media Center, three SJVHS student-athletes signed letters of intent to continue their education and athletics in college. The following SJVHS football players signed their letters of intent: Michael Stapert of Jamesburg, Sacred Heart University; Marcque Ellington of West Long Branch, Norfolk State University; and Calvin Beaty of Keyport, St. Francis University.

STANDING, LEFT TO RIGHT: SJVHS Strength and Conditioning Coach Eddie Hernandez, SJVHS Head Football Coach Derek Sininsky, SJVHS Athletic Director Rich Lamberson, SJVHS President Joseph Deroba.

SITTING, LEFT TO RIGHT: Marcque Ellington, Michael Stapert and Calvin Beaty

R E D B A N K C AT H O L I C H I G H S C H O O L S T U D E N T- AT H L E T E S S I G N L E T T E R S O F I N T E N T

FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: Sarah Nichols of Tinton Falls, Arianna Palmeri of Holmdel, Emma Sullivan of Middletown, Jackie Robinson of Matawan and Olivia Lucia of Monmouth Beach.

BACK ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: Dylan Murphy of Jackson, Michael Balzofiore of Holmdel, Eddie Hahn of Port Monmouth, Michael Wilen of Colts Neck, Ryan Oneidas of Middletown and Liam Smith of Little Silver.

On February 3, 2016, eleven Red Bank Catholic student-athletes officially signed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. Signing to play soccer were Jackie Robinson for Seton Hall University and Olivia Lucia for Elon University.

Signing to play football were Liam Smith for Duke, Eddie Hahn for University of Connecticut, Michael Wilen for Sacred Heart University, Ryan Oneidas for Lehigh, Michael Balzofiore for Bucknell, and Dylan Murphy for East Stroudsburg University.

Sarah Nichols signed with Lynn University and Emma Sullivan signed with Lafayette College for swimming, and Arianna Palmeri signed with Fairfield for golf.

JERSEY SHORE COLOR VIBE 5K RUN Get ready Jersey Shore for the most colorful fun-filled day of your life on April 30, 2016 at 8:00 a.m. at Jersey Shore Premium Outlets in Tinton Falls. You’ll have more color on you than your happy levels can handle. So get your friends and family stretched out for this amazing color blast event where you’ll get blasted with color while you run the Color Vibe 5K. Spots are filling up fast so sign-up today. You’ll be blasted at every color station throughout this awesome 5K run. Grab your friends and your family because they are bringing a color fun experience to your life that you never knew existed. Join the Color Vibe 5K run and get ready to be tagged with color. For more information, visit www.thecolorvibe.com/jerseyshore

JOIN THE ARC OF MONMOUTH on Saturday, April 9, 2016 on the Asbury Park Boardwalk for its Walk & 5K event. The Walk & 5K continues to be one of The Arc of Monmouth’s largest annual fundraiser, attracting nearly 1,000 participants and growing each year.

Step up for The Arc of Monmouth and race for the finish line, or grab your friends and family and enjoy an exciting walk with a view. You don’t want to miss this year’s afterparty inside Convention Hall, featuring live music, giveaways, games and delicious food!

All proceeds from the Walk & 5K go directly to The Arc of Monmouth’s many programs that benefit over 1,400 Monmouth County residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

For more information, call 732.493.1919 or visit www.arcofmonmouth.org.

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In 1916, Saint Ann’s Roman Catholic Church opened its doors for many parishioners in West and East Keansburg, as well as Hazlet and Union Beach. Today, the Spanish styled, neo-modern church continues to open its doors for everyone in the Keansburg area. Saint Ann is known as the mother of the Virgin Mary and is also the patroness of horseback riders, cabinet makers, grandmothers, wives, and women of labor. Today, many ministries with Saint Ann’s continue to serve different communities through Saint Anne’s Child Care, The Bayshore Senior Center, and also continues to reach out to the Spanish community. Saint Ann’s also serves the Keansburg area through a non-profit organization called Project Paul, a food pantry and thrift store dedicated to providing food, clothing and financial assistance for women, men, and children in Monmouth County.

The parish is served by six sisters of mercy and two priests, including Father Daniel Cahill, a pastor who has been a part of Saint Ann’s for twenty years. Father Cahill stated that in honor of the church’s centennial anniversary, Saint Ann’s will plan two events for the momentous occasion. The first event will be an organized pilgrimage to The Basilica of Sainte-Annede-Beaupré in Quebec, Canada. It will take place from July 18 to July 22, 2016. The second event will take place on September 25, 2016 at 10:30 a.m., where a high mass will be conducted by Bishop David M. O’Connell; the mass will be followed by a reception and all are welcome to attend. For more information about the church and these events, their phone number is 732.787.0135.

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DEARBORN MARKET HOSTED CHILI COOKING CHALLENGE TO BENEFIT BRIDGES STORY SUSAN MURPHY | PHOTO CREDIT ROBERT CATALANO

ABOVE Left to right: Chili Challenge Judges Frank Luccarelli of Dearborn Market, Kathy Logan of BRIDGES, first place winner Mimi Chang Turbitt of Middletown,and Judge Drew Araneo of Drew’s Bayshore Bistro gather for a photo at the annual Chili Cook-off held on January 31, 2016.

LEFT Michael is joined by his family after winning the Customer Choice Award.

DEARBORN MARKET held its second Chili Cooking Challenge on January 31, 2106. It was their fifth annual cook-off and one of their best. All proceeds from this event went to BRIDGES at the Shore, an Outreach Program that helps Bayshore families in need. Twenty-one entries were sampled by a steady flow of customers throughout the two-hour event. Each batch of chili was unique and many included the use of secret ingredients, use of a cherished family recipe, and putting a new spin on a tried-and-true recipe.

Toppings of shredded cheese, sour cream, jalepeno corn bread chunks, corn chips, and much more were available for customers to try on the various styles of chili.

Twelve-year-old Tinaz Kotval of Aberdeen made her very own receipe called “Super hero Chilly.” She loves to cook and said, “Entering cooks-offs is a fun way to embrace the things you like to do. It’s good experience. Her eleven-year-old sister Mehr also entered with her “Quinoa and Corn Chili.” She loves to cook soup and stew with her Dad, and said, “It’s good to get involved in the community. Doing this helps you get out and try new things.”

Nine-year-old Sydney Fair of Aberdeen said this was her first time here. She likes to cook and hopes to enter other chili contests.

Fifteen-year-old Nicholas Giunta of Middletown made a smoked short rib chili. Although this was his first time here, he said, “I have been cooking with my Dad since I was six.” He would like to attend culinary school in the future.

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Award. The final say for first, second, and third winners of the Chili Cooking Challenge was in the hands – or spoons! – of the panel of three judges which included Frank Luccarelli of Dearborn Market, Kathy Logan of BRIDGES, and Drew Araneo of Drew’s Bayshore Bistro. “It was a tough competition. And it was great seeing young people in the challenge,” said Mr. Luccarelli. “BRIDGES at the Shore appreciates the support from Dearborn Market each year. It was especially great to have several young people in the competition this year. I look forward to this continuing to be an annual event,” said Mrs. Logan. “This was awesome. There was a good variety of chili dishes. It’s getting tougher each year to choose the winners!” said Mr. Araneo.

First place went to Mimi Chang Turbitt of Middletown with her “Asian Short Rib Chili.” Mimi said she likes to cook competitively.

“I cook American food and put a novel twist to it like using aromatic Asian spices which make it stand out.” Second place winner was Victoria Arlia and third place winner was Lori Davidson. The winner of the Customer Choice Award was fourteen-year-old Michael Campanella of Holmdel with his “Chili con Miguel.” This was his first competition. “I was so shocked and excited that I won!” he said and noted that one of his secret ingredients was maple syrup.

Mimi Chang Turbitt received a $100 Dearborn Market gift card, an official trophy, and her winning recipe will be featured in Dearborn Market’s March Almanac.

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MADE IN MONMOUTH E XPO The ‘Made in Monmouth’ Expo is an annual event showcasing products exclusively produced in Monmouth County. ‘Made in Monmouth’ is a free event for both vendors and visitors; its purpose is to encourage people to shop local.

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The annual Spring Made in Monmouth is scheduled for Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Monmouth University in West Long Branch. Details and vendor registration will be available in January 2016.

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M E ETING A meeting of the Monmouth County Educators Association will be held Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at Gramercy at Lakeside Manor, located at 410 NJ Highway 36 in Hazlet at 11:00 a.m. Members are asked to bring a non-perishable donation for the local food bank.

For luncheon reservations, contact Sue at 732.995.7754 or email sueshrott@gmail.com before March 31, 2016. New members are welcome.

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