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pring has finally sprung! With one of the most brutal winters weatherwise behind us, we are all looking forward to the delights of springtime, with all the outdoor events in our near future, we are itching to get out of the house to enjoy this season’s fresh air! A fun outside and free event is the annual Holmdel’s Bayonet Farm Earth Day Festival, which will be held on April 28. This is a wonderful outdoor experience for the whole family, check out page 18 for more information.

This season is also a time for new beginnings. In last month’s note from the editor, I mentioned that many businesses that were damaged from Hurricane Sandy are now reopening with a renewed sense of pride. I ask all of our readers to reach out to them, support the small businesses in and around your town, and lets continue to make “Jersey Strong” with our determination, compassion, and strength.

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Matawan Regional High School Student Council Scores Big At Charity Volleyball Tournament

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atawan Regional High School Student Council joined together with Matawan PBA Local#179 and Aberdeen PBA Local#163 to host a charity volleyball tournament on March 8. The event was held to benefit Restore the Bayshore, a locally-based organization that continues to assist in the relief efforts following Superstorm Sandy. The event raised over $1,400. The tournament itself was a fierce competition between high school students, faculty, Matawan PBA Local#179 and Aberdeen PBA Local#163. The teachers won over the students with a 28-26 score. Matawan PBA Local#179 beat Aberdeen PBA Local#163. It was an all-around great time right to the very end!

Pictured are the teachers from Matawan Regional High School that participated in the charity volleyball tournament.

Restore the Bayshore volunteers were onsite selling their merchandise – one of the crowd favorites was the emerald green merchandise – which came in handy for Saint Patrick’s Day.

Matawan PBA Local#179 and Aberdeen PBA Local#163 take a photo together after their match against each other. Matawan PBA Local#179 took the trophy!

Matawan Regional High School’s student council put together a collaborative effort with the Matawan PBA Local#179 and Aberdeen PBA Local#163 to raise money for Restore the Bayshore on March 8, 2013.

Matawan Regional High School students who participated in the charity volleyball tournament on March 8, 2013.

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RAINE & Gateway Roll Out Red Carpet At Family Movie Night

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AINE and Gateway Church of Christ joined together on March 8 to offer a special night to area families that were affected by Hurricane Sandy. Their “Hollywood Family Movie Night” was filled with surprises and great fun. It was truly a “red carpet night” and all of it was free! Raritan High School (RHS) Rocket Cheer Team performed and RHS Rocket Band played just outside the school’s front entrance as guests arrived.

A specially made doorway listing Gateway at the top of one side and RAINE on the other led guests to the main hallway of the school, where RAINE, Gateway, and RHS student volunteers offered free top hats and bead necklaces. Thanks goes out to the RHS football team who assisted in setting up for this event, noted Patti Dickens, co-founder of RAINE.

Left to right: RAINE Co-founder Patti Dickens, Gateway Church of Christ leaders Carl Williamson and Mark Zielinski, and RAINE President Mike Fabozzi take a moment before the start of their Family Movie Night on March 8, 2013.

Children were able to have their picture taken with live bunnies free of charge by Peter Dant, a Hazlet photographer who has been a longtime supporter of RAINE. He wanted everyone to feel special and to enjoy the night, said Mrs. Dickens. Most of the families who arrived, about 250 people, were from Hazlet, Union Beach and Keansburg, she noted. Entering the cafeteria, the families were told to help themselves to pizza, which was catered by Giuseppe’s, Salerno’s, and Big Mike’s Deli. Once done, the younger children played games in the back of the cafeteria led by RAINE and Gateway volunteers. Lisa Auletta created a unique “ice skating game” for the tiny tots as well as many other special games. Moms were treated to a new spring coat donated by Holiday Express via Tower Hill Church. And the fun and giveaways just kept happening!

Adding to the fun were Ryan Dickens and Nick Capachano dressed in life-size panda and tiger costumes who played with the little ones. A game of “eat a cookie with no hands” proved to be a hit! Following all the games, the guests saw Disney Pixar movie, “UP.”

Left to right: Gateway member Lia Prendergast, RAINE Co-founder Patti Dickens, Gateway Youth & Family Leader Mark Zielinski, Star 99.1 FM representative David Dein, and RAINE Board member Irene Baldassano.

Carl Williamson of Gateway Church of Christ said his volunteers have been working closely with RAINE since Sandy hit the area. “For tonight, we just wanted to create a fun family event – to offer a special environment that would get them out to have some fun!” Gateway was in Union Beach the day after Sandy hit, and with only 50 members who opened their church less than two years ago, they are determined to stay here and continue to help the entire Bayshore community. Mark Zielinski, in charge of Gateway’s youth and family groups said the night was a huge success. “We were hoping to provide a night of family fun for those affected in the Bayshore area, and it was rewarding to see so many smiles. We had very positive feedback. I overheard a number of kids tell their families how much fun they were having, and another parent say what a treat this night was for them.

We were so blessed with the opportunity to do this and are hoping to hold similar family-oriented events in the near future.”

RAINE President Mike Fabozzi said, “We are proud that we were able to bring families together for a night out. Families are so concentrated on rebuilding their homes and getting back a sense of normalcy that we felt this was a great opportunity for us to give them a break and enjoy a night out with their family. We focus on children and their families so this event was a perfect fit for our mission. Families were extremely thankful and many commended our volunteers for their hard work and dedication to helping all of the people who were affected by Hurricane Sandy.”

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Keyport’s 8th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade

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he 8th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held on March 23, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Hundreds of people lined the streets of Keyport that day showing off their Irish Pride! The Grand Marshall was Harry Aumack, Sr., the Deputy Marshall was Chris Petrizzo. Many organizations and clubs participated in the parade, as well as five Pipe Bands marching. Bands played at McDonaghs Pub on West Front Street for everyone’s listening pleasure. In its eighth year, this one fact remains, everyone is Irish at the Keyport St. Patrick’s Day Parade!

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ashington Engine Company’s Third Annual Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade was held on March 15, 2013. This parade is dubbed the shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade, at a whopping 0.2 mile march along Jackson Street in Matawan, but don’t let the length of the parade compare to the enthusiastic Irish Pride seen that Friday night! Many people dressed in green lined the sidewalks, while the street had painted shamrocks down the entire parade route. The Grand Marshall was Bogey Costello, a Matawan Resident; Jill Chaney was the Grand Colleen; Matawan Firefighter Leroy Sickles was honorary Irish firefighter; Honorary Irish police officer was Brian Murphy; and the honorary Irishman was Eric Weber of Pavers Plus. Fire trucks from Aberdeen, Keyport and Matawan, classic cars and scouts (both boys and girls) marched in the parade – after the parade, everyone was invited back to Washington Engine Company for some Irish fare – corned beef and cabbage!

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Bayshore Community Hospital Announces Generous Donation from Local Holmdel Family “Meridian Health and Bayshore have played a pivotal role in the well-being of our family for many years, and we want this donation to serve as inspiration for others to donate to their local hospital as well.”

Shore University Medical Center. Then, during Labor Day weekend of 2012, Evey avoided being struck by a motorist while driving a scooter down at the Jersey shore.

Evey’s wrist was crushed in the incident and he insisted in the ambulance that he be brought to a Meridian facility. The skilled surgical team, led by a hand specialist at Ocean Medical Center repaired Evey’s wrist. And in October of 2012, Evey arrived at the Emergency Care Center at Bayshore Community Hospital for treatment of an infection. He was thrilled once again at the speed and efficiency of his care – something he expected from a Meridian hospital.

“I was truly astounded at the level of care and the compassion that I saw all around me,” says Evey Stanziale. “Meridian Health and Bayshore have played a pivotal role in the well-being of our family for many years, and we want this donation to serve as inspiration for others to donate to their local hospital as well.”

In addition to the generous financial support from Evey and Tammi, Evey decided that a monetary donation was simply not enough. Evey recently joined as a Trustee at the Bayshore Community Hospital Foundation.

Evey Stanziale and son, Michael Stanziale

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ayshore Community Hospital today announced a generous donation from Evaristo (Evey) and Tammi Stanziale of Holmdel, NJ. The Stanziale family felt strongly about supporting Bayshore’s vision after having several positive experiences with Bayshore and Meridian Health over the past two decades. In recognition of their generous gift, the Surgical Services Lounge on the first floor of Bayshore will be dedicated to the Stanziale family.

“We are very grateful for the generous support of the Stanziale family – they are an example of proactive and impactful philanthropy touching many lives through the good work and growth of Bayshore Community Hospital,” says David Flood, president of the Meridian Health Affiliated Foundations. “As Meridian Health continues to enhance the breadth and depth of services at Bayshore Community Hospital, gifts such as this one are critical to fund new technologies and programs that save and enhance lives.”

Bayshore Community Hospital and Meridian Health have played a major role in the lives of the Stanziale family.

For nearly 20 years, Evey and his family have appreciated the excellent level of care provided by Meridian’s facilities.

At only ten years old, Evey’s son Michael, now 17, was diagnosed with a cyst in his neck that required immediate surgery at K. Hovnanian’s Children Hospital, part of Jersey

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“I wanted to not only support the hospital financially, but also wanted to give of my time, energy, and expertise,” says Evey. “For those community members that haven’t been to Bayshore in a while, you’ll be blown away by the changes that have been made and those slated for the near future – this is a new day here in our community.”

“Over the past two and a half years, we’ve developed a clear, strategic plan that positions Bayshore Community Hospital for the future and provides the best experience for our patients and guests, says Timothy J. Hogan, FACHE, regional president of Bayshore Community Hospital and Riverview Medical Center. “The generosity of the Stanziale family affords Bayshore the opportunity to further deliver on our promise to the community.”

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First Annual Fashion Show Sponsored By Raritan High School Key Club Story Susan Murphy

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aritan High School Key Club held their first annual Fashion Show at the school on February 26.

The proceeds from this event will be divided between the American Red Cross and RHS families directly affected by Superstorm Sandy. Just over 30 Hazlet students from the Early Childhood Learning Center through eighth grade were the models and were able to choose from six categories of apparel.

Left to right: RHS Key Club Co-Advisor Gregory Cash stands beside Key Club President Mikaela Grande (in blue dress back row), Key Club members and at far right Co-Advisor Ms. Sarah Walsh, all of who assisted in making the First Annual Key Club Fashion Show held on February 26, 2013 a success.

“The fashion show went off without a hitch and the Key Club couldn’t be more proud of all of the children and the moms who assisted backstage. All of them strutted their stuff down the runway and had so much fun. We are all enthusiastic for next year when we will be improving upon this amazing event,” said President Mikaela Grande.

RHS Key Club is co-advised by Ms. Sarah Walsh, who teaches English and Mr. Gregory Casha, Special Education Teacher and Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach. Mr. Casha said the event was an amazing success. “We set the bar for the event, and with all of the hard work, the Key Club easily exceeded these already lofty expectations. We had a lot of question marks going into the week of the show but everyone came through in the clutch when it was show time. The club literally looked like a bunch of bees swarming around the high school the day of the fashion show. I was so delighted to witness the club, as a whole, come together and bond, pull their sleeves up, and put all the pieces together in time for the show. Once the red carpet was rolled out, I was filled with joy reflecting on how much effort was put into the event in such a short time period. I still cannot believe it turned out the way it did. When push came to shove, we raised $535 for the American Red Cross and local Hurricane Sandy victims.”

He noted that parents raved about the show directly after, and he received multiple passionate emails from parents describing how much fun their child had. “The audience was packed and I was floored by the generosity from the community! I am so thankful to be a part of such a determined and hardworking group of students. They really took the ball and ran with it on this, and words cannot describe how much I admire and applaud their respective actions. I would once again like to thank our Administrative Staff for giving us the opportunity to put on such a show!” Chocolate Village of Hazlet generously donated to this event.

A dedication written by the Key Club explains, “After the storm hit, we went to Union Beach and volunteered our time at the firehouse. We handed out clothing, shoes,

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Some of the young models in casual attire pause for a picture.

Key Club Co-Advisor Gregory Casha joins several more young models in fancy dress attire.

food, basic necessities, and we witnessed firsthand the devastation. It touched our hearts and we had to do more. The Key Club is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others, in our community and the surrounding areas. We dedicate this night to those who were affected by the storm. You are never forgotten and are always in our hearts.”

RHS Key Club Board Members are President Mikaela Grande, Vice President Colleen Barr, Secretary Edith Donnelly, and Treasurer Kelsey Rosa, who designed the Fashion Show brochure.

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Holmdel’s Finest K-9 Unit

Arrive early to see Holmdel’s Finest K-9 Unit! The Officers (and their men!) will perform courageous, crime-stopping maneuvers at their own training facility, here!

Earth Day Poster Contest Exhibit Enjoy the Earth Day Poster Contest exhibit by Satz and Indian Hill Schools’ young artists in Bayonet Farm’s beautifully renovated barns.

Learning About Lucent

Learn more about Lucent’s effect on the Swimming River Watershed from the Holmdel Environmental Commission (HEC) and Citizens for Informed Use (CILU), both Festival sponsors. Among other Holmdel

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representation will be the Green Team, with Water Tastings, and Friends of Holmdel Open Space (FOHOS), who will give Guided Tours of the magnificent farm property.

Learn About Carbon Footprinting

Crafts for Kids!

Little ones will love creating cute items from recyclables, including a Pine Cone Bird Feeder, Cork Buddy, and more!

New to the Festival this year are Holmdel Community United Church of Christ (UCC) members with a display on Carbon Footprinting. On a national level, the UCC has undertaken efforts to encourage public understanding of Climate Change; part of their Christian philosophy is caring for Planet Earth!

Guided Tours!

Farm Friends Petting Zoo!

Refreshments for Sale!

These lovely, gentle animals always delight our youngest visitors (and their families!) A $3.50 entry fee includes animal feed and “Return-Again Stamp!’

The Petting Zoo closes at 4:00 P.M.

Red Barn Theater

2:00 p.m.- Learn about and meet the gorgeous parrots and other exotic feathered friends of Arcadia Bird Sanctuary!

3:30 p.m. - The fabulous Rizzo’s Wildlife returns with a great live reptile and snake show!

Gray Star Barn Stage

New and encore musicians all afternoon!

Expected include: Corey Sky, Late 4 Lunch, Lords of Liechtenstein, Our Fellow Savages, Swampgrass Jug Band, Thomas Mueller, Tim & Mike, We Grew Your Beard

Lovely Bayonet Farm, once the estate of a gentlewoman farmer, is an idyllic setting for the Earth Day Festival! Guided tours of the gracious Harding House offer a glimpse into the extraordinary life of its former owner.

Come hungry and early! Some renowned “Red Barn Deli” homemade sandwiches – especially “our own Holmdel organic egg salad” – sell out quickly! Bring the family and meet friends for a great lunch, and remember to take home delicious fresh goodies from the “Old Fashioned Bake Shoppe!” All proceeds benefit future festivals. Free fruit courtesy of Dearborn Markets.

Annual Greenway Walk!

At 10:00 a.m., the Ramanessin Brook Greenway Nature Trail hike will commence from Holmdel Park (first parking lot, near the large shed opposite Longstreet Farm entrance.) This easy-to-moderate hike, led by former Holmdel mayor, Larry Fink, ends at Bayonet Farm in time for the Festival.

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Community Pet Celebrities Your pet can be a local celebrity too! Send in their pictures! magazine@mycommunitypublications.com

Benny Vurchio of Holmdel

Hazel Ann Rumspringa McPeek

of Keyport

GranDog of Blossom Schlindwein of Lincroft

Roscoe Siegrist of Hazlet

Nico Ciaglia of Aberdeen

Penny Perez of Matawan

Maximus Precia of Lincroft

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Loki Cariffe of Middletown

Tommy Fong-O’Neill of Colts Neck

Strathmore PTO

Generously Donates iPads To Students

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trathmore Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) recently donated 17 iPads and cases to Strathmore Elementary School. “There is now one iPad in each classroom,” said Helen Sferrazza, who shares the duties of President of the PTO with co-president Nancy Nappi. Presently, the iPad is shared by students throughout the day.

“Our goal is to have at least 4 iPads in each classroom,” said Ms. Sferrazza. As the PTO continues its fundraising efforts, they will purchase more iPads. “We will continue to do this into next year,” explained Ms. Sferrazza. She noted that some children have iPads at home and parents realized what a useful tool they were. “We asked the teachers how they would use the iPads if we purchased them. The third grade teachers said they would be used during Math; the first grade teachers chose the Literacy Center.

“I met and discussed the idea with the Executive Board of the PTO, we voted and agreed to start the process,” noted Ms. Sferrazza. “We asked the principal, Mrs. Bera if this was something the school would accept, and she said yes.”

Their intention was then announced at two PTO meetings, and no objections were given by the parents. “Everyone unanimously agreed that we should purchase them,” added Ms. Sferrazza.

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10 FOR YOUR LITTLE SWEETIES THIS SPRING With warm weather on its way, we can’t wait to get out and about. And nothing makes a day trip or an afternoon of errands more sweet than some sweets. (Not to mention they’re a great way to bribe, err, reward, little ones who wait oh-so-patiently while you get stuff done.) Here’s our list of ten unique shops with sugary delights for sweet tooths of every age.

LOLLIES CANDY CO, FAIR HAVEN Prepare the taste buds for a sensational mix of retro specialties or classic treats. And if your kiddos can’t decide, grab a bag and go nuts scooping up faves from their bulk bins. A sweet addition? They deliver!

799a River Road. 732.747.8427 www.lolliescandyco.com

Red Bank Chocolate, Red Bank Head into the heart of Red Bank, and pick up homemade chocolates of all shapes and sizes.

Try a “Jersey Twist”, a chocolate covered Oreo, or the Nutella Chocolate Covered Pretzel Twist—a customer fave!

17 White Street. 732.219.0822 www.redbankchocolateshoppe.com

Ricky’s Candy Cones & Chaos, Red Bank Who doesn’t love a trip into Ricky’s? Known for its wall of candy bins, make your own sundaes, and extra sweet birthdays, kids love this Red Bank fave. Cupcakes are on the menu, too, with a new gluten free cup cakery in the house. BONUS: Arcade games make this hang out even sweeter. 86 Broad Street.

732.842.4637 www.rickysofredbank.com

Suckers Candy Shop, Belford Kick it old school at this candy store and take your gang for a trip back in time with a “decade box” or a mix of old school candy, think astro pops, wax lips and more. And that’s not all, cupcakes and fresh baked cookies are an option (as if the candy wasn’t enough). 88 Leonardville Road. 732.769.2599 www.facebook.com/Suckers-Candy-Shop

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Suzi’s Sweet Shoppe, Middletown Suzi’s Sweet Shoppe is known for it’s made to order chocolate covered everything--strawberries, marshmallows, rice crispies, pretzels, peeps and more! This Middletown staple is worth the diversion off the highway, and assures you a sweet ride home.

1100 Highway 35. 732.796.0115 www.suzisweetshoppe.com

Sugarush, Red Bank Yep, they sure did name this place right. Your kiddos can decorate their own cupcakes with all kinds of toppings at the cupcake bar. And when they’re done, they can check out the candy selection and take some to go!

37 East Front Street. 732.414.9044 www.experiencesugarush.com

Cake, Bake & Roll, Long Branch This bakery has it all (including a walk on the beach). After a tooling around Pier Village, pick up some cupcakes for the kiddos, candy or grab a pie or cake for later. Your little sweeties will have fun checking out the European ice cream machine. Pier Village.

732.483.6286

topped macaroons (a personal fave). Get there early as their goodies go fast!

Atlantic Highlands. 732.291.2555 www.facebook.com/flakytart

Jenkinson’s Sweet Shop, Point Pleasant You know your kids will love a trip to beach no matter what the weather especially when they stop into Jenkinson’s Sweet Shop. Store signatures include saltwater taffy, homemade fudge, and giant lollipops. And if you don’t feel like making the trip, you can shop online.

300 Ocean Avenue. 732.892.7576 www.jenkinsons.com/sweet-shop

Criterion Chocolates, Eatontown This shop has been making chocolate for over 80 years here at the Jersey Shore. You’re sure to find something perfectly sweet for the kiddies, including peanut butter chunks, salt water taffy, red and white nonpareil pops, and chocolate covered strawberries. Or just stop in and browse the candy showcase and choose from an assortment of goodies.

125 Lewis Street. 732.542.7847 www.criterionchocolates.com

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The Flaky Tart, Atlantic Highlands Take your kiddos to The Flaky Tart and they’ll be begging to go back. Trust us you won’t mind one bit. Kiddos love their famous peanut butter cookies (sometimes dipped in chocolate), chocolate chip cookies (the best around), brownies (OMG), mini cupcakes and slices of coconut cake (delish) and chocolate-

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North Centerville Fire Company

Hosts St. Patrick’s Day Party Story Susan Murphy

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veryone was Irish at the St. Patrick’s Day Party held on March 16 at North Centerville Volunteer Fire Company firehouse. Most everyone who attended wore some splash of green, while some dressed to impress with their green glasses, wild Irish hats, and dangling bead necklaces.

A DJ playing continuous great music, a buffet-style corned beef dinner, green beer or “regular” as well as wine were all included in the entry fee. The bartenders, chefs, and servers were firefighters from North Centerville’s Fire Company. Laughter, good food, friends, dancing – it all added up to a fun-filled night. And the proceeds were all going to an important cause. “All of the proceeds from this event will go toward the construction cost of North Centerville’s 9/11 Memorial. We want to create a fitting Memorial in front of the firehouse,” explained Chief Andrew Christ. The fire company brought home two steel beams, pieces from the World Trade Center, on August 29. The beams are approximately five feet in length and 200 pounds each.

The St. Patrick’s Day Party was the first of several fundraisers that will be held in order to begin the construction of this important memorial. Visit North Centerville Fire Company’s website at www.ncvfc.org for upcoming events or to contact them about volunteering as a First Responder.

Left: Hazlet Firefighters of North Centerville Fire Company gather for a picture during their St. Patrick’s Day Party on March 16, 2013 held at the firehouse.

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Keyport Residents!

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he Keyport Historical Society is excited to share with you that their Candlelight House Tour 2013 will be on Saturday, December 14, 2013. If you would like to put your house on the tour please contact them by email at KeyportHistoricalSociety@gmail.com. Tickets will be on sale in the late fall. Please feel free to share this information with your friends!

As you may be aware, Hurricane Sandy destroyed the Steamboat Dock Museum. Now more than ever they need your support as they pick up the pieces and continue to perserve Keyport’s rich history.

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Hazlet Recreation Announces

in Concert at Temple Shalom

Motown The Musical On Broadway

Sunday, June 23, 2013 Lunt-Fontanne Theatre 205 West 46th Street, New York

Bus departs the Library at 11am Showtime 3pm Motown: The Musical is the real story of the one-of-a-kind sound that hit the airwaves in 1959 and changed America forever. This exhilarating show charts Motown Founder Berry Gordy’s incredible journey from featherweight boxer to the

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Mid Mezzanine Seating $100 PER PERSON Includes admission and coach bus

Purchase tickets at Hazlet Recreation 1776 Union Avenue • Hazlet, NJ 732-739-0653 • www.hazletetwp.org

heavyweight music mogul Featuring all the classics you love, Motown: The Musical tells the story behind the hits as Smokey finds his unique voice, Diana skyrockets to stardom and Berry fights against the odds to turn his improbable dream into a

triumphant reality. The music that shattered barriers and shaped our lives finally comes to the Broadway stage in the season’s most highly anticipated world-premiere event, Motown: The Musical... Get ready, ‘cause here we come!

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emple Shalom presents guest artist Todd Herzog, composer, guitarist and vocalist, in concert on Saturday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. Todd has created five albums of original acoustic, spiritual pop music and appeared at a range of secular and spiritual venues.

He travels across the country to synagogues, high schools, camps, conferences, churches and other organizations sharing his music with the goal of reaching out to people of all different backgrounds and uniting the community.

Temple Shalom is located at 5 Ayrmont Lane in Aberdeen. Tickets are $15 (adult) and $5 (child) and may be purchased in advance. Contact the Temple office at 732.566.2621 or Margo at biomusicmm@aol.com.

Raritan High School Hosts

Academy Award Nominated Writer

David Magee (center), a two time Academy Award Nominee (screenwriting Life of Pi & Finding Neverland) poses with the Drama Club. Mr. Magee spoke with Raritan High School students about his experiences and encouraged them to work hard and be prepared to achieve their dreams.

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cademy Award Nominee David Magee, the screen writer of the films Finding Neverland (2004) and Life of Pi (2012) spoke to 300 Raritan High School students on March 12th. David discussed his early career as a theater actor and how he did whatever it took to stay in the business. This included working as a stage carpenter and doing voiceovers on “how to” audio books for children. David then began writing for a publisher where he annotated approximately 85 books in five years. After years of experience writing and acting, David seized the opportunity to write and adapt a play, which eventually became the film Finding Neverland. This earned David his first Academy Award nomination.

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David then told the story of reading the book Life of Pi and feeling that although it was a excellent story, it was impossible to make into a movie. That was until Academy Award winning Director Ang Lee expressed interest in having David adapt the book into a screenplay. “When I heard Ang Lee was interested in making the film, I realized Life of Pi would make a great movie!” David said jokingly to the students. Over the next four years David wrote and went on location to Taiwan where the movie was filmed in a 100 foot by 300 foot man-made lake at an abandoned airport. After filming there was still a year of post-production computer work, before the movie could be was released. Since Pi’s release it has made over $600 million dollars world-wide, won four Academy Awards, and earned David his second nomination for screenwriting.

Students from English, Drama, Journalism, Television Production, and Global Communication classes enjoyed listening to stories and asking questions about writing the script, filming the movie, and how to get started in show business. The students were inspired by David’s message and were encouraged to achieve their creative dreams. The heart of David’s message came when he told students “Whether you are interested in Theater or the Arts, want to be a Rock Star or write movies, Paint or Draw, you can get into those fields, it is not impossible, it does not matter where you live or if have connections, and I am proof of that.”

This message was taken seriously by RHS Senior Alexa Zamora who said, “David was so engaging and he inspired me to pursue my dream of working in the Arts, I know I can accomplish my goals!” Teachers and students felt the same about David’s message and many stayed after his talk to ask questions, hear more stories, and have him sign autographs. Will Smith, the RHS Principal concluded “Rarely do students get to see someone who has walked the walk and used his writing skills and his love of the story bring so much enjoyment to others. It was really a great opportunity for our students.”

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CareOne at King James is pleased to announce our specialized Cardiac Program.

Our Cardiac and Congestive Heart Failure Program is designed to meet the post-hospitalization cardiac needs of patients who are coping with heart disease.

Amenities and Services include: • Specially designed clinical protocols for congestive heart failure • Thorough assessment by the clinical care team including a nutritional assessment and monitoring • 2-gram sodium diet • Weight and edema monitoring • Cardiac-specific exercise program, incorporated into our therapy & recreational activities • Daily activities and events for the mind, body, and spirit • Weekly physician evaluations • Multidisciplinary team approach in conjunction with our unique Next Step Home Program Call our Admissions Department at 732.291.3400 today for more information.

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his summer Jersey Shore Workcamp V & VI and St. John’s United Methodist Church are planning to repair 150-200 homes in the Bayshore area July 7-13 & 14-20, 2013.

Eight hundred and fifty Christian youth and their leaders will be living in Keansburg High School and going into the local communities to make repairs. Anyone who is of low-income, handicapped or elderly qualifies. The youth will paint exteriors, interiors, build wheelchair ramps and repair steps and porches for needy homeowners.

Each camper pays $459.00 to participate, plus travel expenses and Jersey Shore Workcamp V & VI and St. John’s United Methodist Church are raising over $60,000 for supplies & materials.

There is no cost to the homeowners. The need is great and the economy has hurt many people on limited incomes. Hurricane Sandy has added to the need for volunteers to help their neighbors.

They co-sponsor with Group Cares of Loveland, Colorado, a 501c charitable foundation that holds camps each summer all over the United States. They have held home repair mission projects in 2005, 2007, 2009, and 2011. This summer they will be renovating hearts and homes working in Keansburg, Hazlet, Keyport, Cliffwood, Aberdeen, Matawan, Middletown, Union Beach, Atlantic Highlands, Highlands, Red Bank, etc. The youth give their resources and their sweat equity with happy hearts and helping hands.

The Workcamp is a joint effort of local volunteers and youth groups from near and far. We work hard to improve living conditions for homeowners who cannot perform the tasks or afford the materials. For more information, please call Bill or Gail at 732.671.1036 today!

Matawan Borough Seeking Participants For Annual Memorial Day Parade

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o honor all those who have made the supreme sacrifice for our glorious nation the Borough of Matawan will be holding its annual Memorial Day Parade on Sunday May 26, 2013.

The Borough of Matawan, its Mayor and Council invite all veterans and active members of the United States Armed Forces to march in the parade. Nominations are now being accepted for the selection of the parade’s Grand Marshall.

Candidates need to be veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces and residents of Matawan.

The parade steps off from the St. Clement Church parking lot at 2:00pm and marches along Route 79 to Main Street Matawan ending at Memorial Park where there will be a brief ceremony.

Any individuals or groups who would like to march are asked to contact the Borough’s Recreation Director, Deirdre Ring, 732.566.3898 x130 or recreation@matawanborough.com.

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rganizers of the annual seaside FilmOneFest are excited to award three cash prizes (first place $500, second place $300, third place $200) to filmmakers who create short (under two-minute) films that highlight the triumphs, struggles and rebuilding efforts of the people – and places – affected by Hurricane Sandy for their new Spirit of the Shore category.

For those who live along the shores of New Jersey, New York and Connecticut, the past several months have been a recovery process from great loss and devastation. At the same time, recurring scenes of courage, resiliency and generosity have been witnessed as individuals

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and whole communities rebuild homes, entire towns and lives.

FilmOneFest wants to capture these moments through the camera’s lens and share them with our worldwide audience as a testament to the continuing Spirit of the Shore.

FilmOneFest is a celebration of the short film (all submissions are under 2 minutes in length) that occurs under-the-stars on the shores of Sandy Hook bay, New Jersey. Currently in its fifth year, close to 1,500 attend the event on the third Saturday in July to see nearly 60 films unspool from more than 40 countries. Combined with live streaming, a growing website, unique ipad and mobile phone apps, a worldwide Film-

OneFest audience of more than 100,000 (in 86 countries) have enjoyed the works of emerging and established talent in the art of film.

This year’s FilmOneFest event will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 20 with a live concert and an outdoor path lined by local artisans.

Hot food from more than a half-dozen popular restaurants also will be available for the audience. Films screen from 9:00 to 10:30 p.m.

Door prizes and a 50/50 raffle are also a part of the fun, with proceeds benefiting the Atlantic Highlands Food Pantry and the Atlantic Highlands Arts Council. FilmOneFest is held at Marina Park (at the end of First Avenue) in Atlantic Highlands.

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eyport Garde nWa l k announced their official 2013 poster by Keyport resident Judy O’Connor!

Many of you may know Judy from the temporary shelter set up at the Keyport Central School in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Judy was one of the hundreds of seniors evacuated from Bethany Manor. Keyport GardenWalk thanks Judy for sharing her talent with them and they love your interpretation of Keyport GardenWalk.

They would also like to thank all the talented artists who participated in this year’s poster contest. The artwork was of the highest quality and made the decision most difficult for the selection committee. Mark your calendars for June 8 and 9, 2013 for Keyport GardenWalk!

ABERDEEN JOINS FORCES WITH NIXLE.COM FOR E-MAIL AND TEXT ALERTS

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berdeen Township has joined forces with Nixle.com, a provider of mass notification services for public safety agencies, to provide residents and local businesses with e-mail and text alerts.

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This new service, which is free of charge to the Township, will operate along with the Code Red system currently in place. Code Red—which provides alerts via telephone, e-mail and text—will remain the only phone notification system in use at this time, while Nixle will provide alerts by e-mail and text only. Nixle will mainly be used for low level notifications, while Code Red will be used primarily for serious emergencies. However, residents can customize Nixle to receive specific types of announcements.

Those wishing to receive alerts via Nixle can sign up by visiting the Aberdeen Township website www.aberdeennj.org or the township’s Facebook page. They can also register by sending a text message with their zip code to 888777. Online registration is also available at www.nixle.com.

“Residents and businesses are strongly advised to sign up for Nixle and Code Red in order to receive all levels of notifications, from routine announcements to emergency notifications,” explains Aberdeen Township Manager Holly Reycraft.

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Keyport Kiwanis Acknowledge Mennonites’

Assistance To Families Affected By Sandy STORY Susan Murphy

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uring the monthly Keyport Kiwanis meeting held on March 5 at the Town and Country Inn, members welcomed Christian Aid Ministries Project Coordinator Elam Fisher and his wife Lydia. President Mike Ellithorpe explained that Keyport Kiwanis has been fortunate to receive funds from the Kiwanis Foundation to help families who were victims of Hurricane Sandy. He noted the Club so far has been able to give out a total of $4,200 which included tonight’s donation of $2000. Some of this came from the Keyport Kiwanis but a majority of it came from the Foundation.

Mr. Ellithorpe offered some background on Christian Aid Ministries and reported that Mr. Fisher, who works with Disaster Response Services, coordinates volunteers to help clean out and rebuild for the victims of natural disasters in

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Left to right: Lambertville Kiwanis members Jerry Brenner and William Corboy join Christian Aid Ministries Project Coordinator Elam Fisher and Keyport Kiwanis Club President Mike Ellithorpe after a check presentation and Certificate of Appreciation for Mr. Fisher and his volunteers’ help to those affected by Hurricane Sandy.

the United States. Mr. Fisher worked in the Gulf region after Hurricane Katrina for numerous years and is now coordinating cleanup efforts in the Bayshore area. Mr. Ellithorpe then presented Mr. Fisher with a check for $2,000 made out to Lowe’s from the Kiwanis Foundation to use in his efforts for the families affected by Sandy.

Additionally, William Corboy and Jerry Brenner of the Lambertville Kiwanis Club attended the meeting and presented

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Keyport Kiwanis and Mr. Fisher with a check for $5,000 made out to Kiwanis Foundation, with specifications that it be used for Sandy cleanup. Mr. Corboy said he hopes their donation prompts other clubs in the state to also make donations to the cleanup efforts. Lambertville Kiwanis, which has been in existence for 90 years, raised this money over a period of a year.

Mr. Fisher then spoke about his work here, noting he arrived on December 1, 2012 and the volunteers began arriving around the first of this year. “We have a staff of 20 people and we cook our own food and have our own crew leaders. We provide free labor if the homeowner can provide the materials,” said Mr. Fisher As of this meeting date, his volunteers had worked on 57 homes, and are currently working on 25 houses at the same time. “We do any type of work from the ground on up to finishing a home. We probably have been able to get 10 families back in their homes which we totally renovated for them.” Mr. Fisher said his volunteers are working in the Port Monmouth, Keansburg and Union Beach areas.

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The money received at the meeting will be put into a special Lowe’s account from which Mr. Fisher will draw when there is a homeowner low in funds. Detailed records are kept, and receipts are saved, he added. “Lowe’s has been working very well with us.”

Many of the Amish Mennonites who volunteer come from two hours away in Lancaster and Lebanon counties. Mr. Fisher said they can house 30 people where they are staying now at St. Catherine’s in North Middletown, though day groups come also. When asked by a member if there was anything the group needed for themselves, Mr. Fisher said, “We are overwhelmed and blessed by how many people donate things here. God Bless you all for sharing.” He said his wife Lydia does the cleaning and clothes washing of those who stay the week, which can be a bit overwhelming when the staff and volunteers equal about 40 people. The volunteers will remain here until about April 28.

Mr. Ellithorpe presented Mr. Fisher and his wife Lydia with a Certificate of Appreciation for their help with the families in the Bayshore community who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy.

Joanne Staeger from the Keyport First Aid Auxiliary then shared what her group does, how she became a member, and what it means to her.

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www.NorthernMonmouthChamber.com The Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce was established in 1959, originally as the Middletown Area Chamber of Commerce, to help local business owners network and promote their businesses in the Middletown Township area.

The Chamber evolved into the Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce, and now serves 10 towns within our region of Monmouth County including Aberdeen, Atlantic Highlands, Hazlet, Highlands, Holmdel, Keyport, Keansburg, Matawan, Middletown, Union Beach. Our Chamber has members throughout Monomuth County and invites buisnesses to join us from outsie the Bayshore Communities.

The goal of the Northern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce is to help its members fulfill their potential.

Our aim is three-fold: - Locally, we promote the Northern Monmouth County marketing region, we represent local businesses to the community and we interact with local, county, state and federal government to serve the interests of the local business community.

- In the Business realm, we provide our members with networking and promotional opportunities. We strive to keep our members informed of any new business developments and technologies.

- To help our member organizations grow and prosper we offer a variety of educational programs and foster professional interaction and development through social and mentoring events.

To learn more about our chamber; join us for FREE on any Friday morning at our weekly Perkolator Networking event held at the Keyport IHOP from 8-9:15 AM or email Director@NorthernMonmouthChamber.com We ask you support our chamber members. A directory can be found on our website.

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