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Great opportunity to live in desirable ''Sterling Meadow!'' Impressive Colonial offers dramatic 9ft ceilings, open flr plan, gourmet Kit. Private backyd with large deck. Close proximity to train station, public transportation, beaches & shopping.

Welcome Home! Dutch Colonial offers 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, Immaculate & Meticulous. Backyard retreat with Perennials & Vintage Treed Lot, Privacy Abound. Hdwd flooring throughout, Breakfast Nook, formal DR & LR with frplc, crown molding and walk-up attic for extra storage. Close to GSP and Beaches.

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A Secret Hideaway! Tucked away on a scenic Hilltop, this finely appointed Seashore Victorian awaits its new homeowner. Maple kitchen cabinets with granite countertops. Private fenced yard with spacious deck, hot tub, plus waterfall and pond.

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10 Raven Road, Colts Neck | $724,500 Pride of Ownership is evident in this meticulously maintained Colonial. FR overlooks serene yard with swimming pool, gardens with professional landscaping.

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Winners of age group 11 through 15: First place, Luke Liguori, Matawan, 13; Second place, Rhiannon Kasper, East Brunswick, 12; and Third place, Ryan Kaspar, East Brunswick, 11.

Winners of age group 6 through 10: First place, Nick D’Angelo, Lyndhurst, 10; and tied for Second place, Gabby Argentino, Keyport, 9 and Tyler Fernandez, Harrison, 10.

Winners of age group 1 through 5: First place, Ashley Fernandez, Harrison, 3; Second place, Colpan Heilesen, Keyport, 4; and Third place, Rocco Macchio, Middletown, 4.

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and to expose them to the environment and build a respect for nature and our beautiful waterfront.” Mr. Grabowski noted that the event would not be possible without the many volunteers and organizations that helped make the day run smoothly. They were: Nancy Smalling, Kevin and Catherine Graham, Dan and Carol Bach, Al and Maria Litwak, Ron Dente, Joe Sheridan, Carole Grabowski, Emma Grabowski, Keyport First Aid Squad, Key-

port Police, Department of Public Works, local Boy Scouts and Explorer Scouts and Peter Massas (DJ Pete, who provided the music and PA system for the day).

A special thanks to the Keyport American Legion Post 23 for providing free hot dogs and soda to all the children; to the Mayor and Council for again approving the event; and thanks to all the area businesses that made generous donations to this event.

the Keyport Harbor Commission presented the 20th annual Arthur S. Rooke Memorial Snapper Contest.

Over 150 children came from 29 different New Jersey towns, some came from Pennsylvania, Maryland and even Spain!

Event coordinator and Keyport Harbor Commission member Thomas Grabowski said, “The purpose of the day is to bring the local children and their families out for a fun time

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elcome to our September issue of Community Magazine! Autumn is just around the corner and the children are headed back to school. This time of year is my favorite, the weather is undoubtedly the most pleasurable, especially coming off one of the hottest summers on record, and we all can look forward to the fall festivals in our area. This season is the perfect back drop to shop, stroll and unwind with your friends and family, and we have compiled most of these events in and around your area on pages 20 and 21 of this issue.

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor and remember children and families affected by these diseases. Go GOLD for the month of September, bring awareness and volunteer, it’s important.

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Like most summers, Monmouth County had an exciting one. Most notably was the arrival of American Pharoah at Monmouth Park Racetrack in late July for the Haskell. As a horse enthusiast and one who enjoys the ponies, I didn’t miss the opportunity to head over to the Park to watch the Triple Crown winner in his morning workout. Waking up before 5:00 a.m. on a Saturday wasn’t ideal, but I got the chance to see this super horse up close, and who knows when there will be another Triple Crown winner (we only waited 37 years!). I wanted to share a photo I took of him (above) with CM’s readers, it definitely was a memorable experience.

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Weichert, Realtors’ Holmdel Office to Host Pet Adoption Day with Monmouth County SPCA riety of cats and dogs. Volunteers from the organization will be on site to answer any questions you may have regarding an animal, their history or the adoption process.

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ichert, Realtors’ Holmdel sales office, announced that they will be hosting a Pet Adoption Day on Saturday, October 3, 2015 with the Monmouth County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MCSPCA) to help place animals in their forever homes.

Members of the community interested in adopting an animal are invited to attend the event which is scheduled to take place between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Weichert Holmdel office located at 43 East Main Street. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact and play with a va-

“We are honored to work with an organization that makes such a powerful impact on the most helpless members in our local community – the homeless animals,” said Estephan. “In line with the Weichert culture, we are grateful to be able to make a difference for these animals and the people who care for them.”

The Monmouth County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MCSPCA) was founded in 1945 to care for the community’s homeless, neglected and abused animals. Their mission is to protect and advocate for all animals. They are dedicated to enforcing animal cruelty laws; providing a safe haven for homeless, abused and abandoned pets while they await adoption; reducing pet over-population through spay/neutering; and cultivating their hu-

mane treatment through education and service as a valuable community resource.

For more information, please visit: http:// monmouthcountyspca.org/ For more information or to learn about the real estate services that Weichert, Realtors has to offer, feel free to stop by the Weichert, Realtors’ Holmdel office located at 43 East Main Street, or call 732.946.9400.

Since 1969, Weichert, Realtors has grown from a single office into one of the nation’s leading providers of homeownership services by putting its customers first. A family of full-service real estate and financial services companies, Weichert helps customers buy and sell both residential and commercial real estate, and streamlines the delivery of mortgages and home and title insurance. Weichert leverages its customer website, www.weichert.com, one of the most visited real estate websites in the nation, to help families and individuals realize the dream of homeownership through quick and easy access to listing information and the services of its real estate professionals nationwide. For more information, Weichert’s customer service center can be reached at 1-800-USA-SOLD.

Capturing The Game Exhibit at Art From the Heart Helps Children With Cancer

Illustration title: Yankee Captains FRAME TO PLEASE co-owner Megan Prenderville’s Art from the Heart project combines her commitment to supporting local charities with her desire to provide artists with the opportunity for a solo show.

Each exhibit runs for a month in Red Bank’s popular Galleria. She takes no commission and asks only that the artists donate a portion of their sales to their favorite charity.

The exhibit running now until September 30, 2015 in the series, Capturing the Game, showcases fine artist Mike Kupka. whose work is inspired by music, movies and his love of sports. Kupka’s pieces appear 8

worldwide in galleries and are in the private collections of numerous celebrities and athletes.

A Rahway, NJ native, he is a first-place winner of Beckett’s 10th annual Sports Gallery Contest and was named one of U.S. Art Magazine’s “25 Artists You Should Know.”

Kupka’s portrait of Ozzy Osbourne caught the eye of a Disney Company representative that led to an eight-year stint as a licensed artist for the Disney Company. He is currently licensed by Major League Baseball, as well as, the estates of Thurman Munson, Lou Gehrig and Jackie Robinson. Mike has also produced artwork for Lucas Films, King Features, Topps, NFL, NBA and NHL. Proceeds from the sale of Kupka’s work will benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation.

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Founded in 2005, the foundation provides direct financial, material and emotional assistance to New Jersey families dealing with a pediatric cancer diagnosis along with many programs developed to bring smiles to the children.

“I’ve watched a lot of people close to me go through cancer,” Kupka explained when asked how he selected his charity. “I can’t imagine what these kids have to deal with, at such an early age. Their family and friends as well.”

Kupka studied at duCret School of Art in Plainfield, NJ where he was introduced to the work of his greatest influences: Norman Rockwell, Robert McGinnis, and James Bama by his professor and mentor, Peter Caras. Kupka creates a variety of freelance art by individual commission and under broad creative licenses.

Frame to Please is located in The Galleria at 2 Bridge Avenue in Red Bank. For additional info, visit michaelkupka.blogspot.com, ashleylaurenfoundation.org or www.frametoplease.com.

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Aberdeen Pre-School Announces Inaugural 5K Run/Walk ground so that children of all abilities can play and socialize without limits. The group has announced their inaugural 5K Run/Walk to be held on Saturday, September 26, 2015 (on Aberdeen Day) with a start time of 8:45 a.m. Participants should meet at the Aberdeen-Matawan Train Station in Commuter Lot 4 on Atlantic Avenue and Harrel Street.

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left out on the playground. Unfortunately, this is not always the truth for children with special needs.

The Cambridge Park PreSchool PTO and Cambridge Park Playground Sub-Committee located in Aberdeen Township’s mission is to build a play-

This event aims to raise money to fund a new state-ofthe-art playground that would benefit all children, but specifically those five and under, as well as children with disabilities. Cambridge Park Pre-School

is unique in that it is the only preschool in the Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District for children with special needs.

The Cambridge Park Playground Committee is dedicated to providing a safe place to play and learn for children of all abilities.

Educational research proves that play is imperative to promote both physical and academic development. Please help them in reaching their goal!

Entry fee is $35. For more information and to register, visitwww.cambridgepark5k.org.

Town-Wide Aberdeen Day Festivities Slated for September 26 5K Run/Walk, Movie in the Park and FREE Circus Performances NEW to this Anticipated Year’s Event thorized Dealer. In the event of rain, the movie will be held at Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School.

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township’s annual town-wide celebration, will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2015 featuring events at Matawan Regional High School and additional locations around town. A circus, movie in the park and 5K Run/Walk are among the new events on tap.

This year’s event will start with a free movie in the park on Friday, September 25, 2015 at Guisti Park in Cliffwood sponsored by WeConnect Enterprise Solutions, Your DIRECTV au-

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Saturday’s festivities will kick-off at 8:45 a.m. with the Cambridge Park 5k Run/Walk to benefit the Cambridge Park Elementary Preschool. It will be followed by the family fishing contest at Cliffwood Beach, which leads into the traditional celebration at Matawan Regional High School, which will include a performance by the band “The Benjamins” who will be performing acoustic set. Special business-sponsored events will once again take place at shopping centers and other locations on Routes 34 and 35, including those from DeMarco’s Catering and Gourmet Deli at Colonial Plaza, Livoti’s at Aberdeen Town Square, and multiple tenants at Commerce Plaza on Route 35 and County Road. The Aberdeen’s Got Talent contest

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sponsored by Sue McGowan of “This promises to delight resiHometown Residential Realty, dents of all ages.” at the AMF Center on Route 34 The 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. will take place starting at 3:00 celebration at Matawan Rep.m. Following the successful gional High School will remain introduction of trolley service the primary attraction, hostlast year, Aberdeen Day will ing longtime favorites includonce again offer free transporing: a reptile show, pony rides tation between venues and the and a petting zoo sponsored overflow parking lot at the Abby Quality 1st Basement Syserdeen-Matawan train station. tems, free rides for children, a Additionally, Aberdeen Day classic car show, entertainment, 2015 will, for the first time, fea- crafts, food, vendor booths, inture free circus performances formational displays by local by the New Jersey Circus Center non-profit organizations and at Matawan-Aberdeen Middle more.

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Aberdeen Day 2015 is being Performances will take place coordinated by The Aberdeen three times throughout the Recreation Department and the day at 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and Aberdeen Economic Business 5:00 p.m. Food trucks and othCouncil. er vendors will be positioned outside the school during all For information on Aberperformances. “The Township deen Day, call Aberdeen TownCouncil is proud to provide ship Public Information Officer this fun-filled activity at a new Brittany Shea at 732.583.4200, Aberdeen Day event venue,” ext. 130 or visit www.aberdeensaid Councilman Greg Cannon. nj.org.

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KEYPORT’S 49TH ANNUAL

FIREMAN’S FAIR Story Lizz Dinnigan

THE 49TH ANNUAL FIREMAN’S FAIR, the volunteer departments’ single biggest annual fundraiser,was held at Fireman’s Park on the town waterfront. The six-day celebration ran from August 10 through August 15 and culminated with a fireworks show.

“After all expenses, approximately $6,000 will go to each fire company,” says David Olsen, fair chairman. “The money covers the bills, including electric, gas and water. The individual companies have smaller fundraisers that support their own firehouses, but the fair benefits us as a whole.”

The companies are Hook and Ladder Co., Fire Patrol, Engine Co.

#1, Lincoln Hose #1, Raritan Hose #2, Liberty Hose #3 and Eagle Hose #4 - with a total of 136 volunteer firefighters.

The fair drew close to 10,000 visitors. “We had a good year,” says Olsen. “It’s on track with or exceeded last year. The weather was great all week. Showers early on one day scared people away, although it did not rain at night. The fair is always at its best when the weather cooperates.

Rain and excessive heat can be problems.”

The fair features a selection of rides for all ages, live bands, DJ, face painting and fairytale characters.

The firemen, along with help from

the Keyport Ladies Auxiliaries, Red Raider Parent Club and Keyport Recreation Commission, manned the game booths and cooked up a feast of snacks for sale under the big top, including seafood, pizza, burgers, sausages and hotdogs.

Something special is in the works for the 50th anniversary of the fair next year, the dates for which have been already set for August 8 through August 13, 2016. “We are hashing out a lot of good ideas,” says Olsen. “We definitely want to do something big, like have paratrooper landing at the fair or have a tightrope walker. We’re not sure just yet.”

MATAWAN WOMAN’S CLUB TO CELEBRATE 100 YEARS The Woman’s Club of Matawan will be celebrating 100 years since their founding in October of 1915 with a “birthday” party on October 4, 2015 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at their clubhouse at 199 Jackson Street in Matawan. Al Savolaine, Matawan Town Historian, will speak about what Matawan was like in 1915, what brought these women together to form this group, and some of the significant contributions the club has made in 100 years. In addition to Mr. Savolaine’s talk there will be period clothing on display from the 1915 time frame when the club was founded.

This event is free and open to the public. Birthday cake and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome to come join in the celebration and commemoration of 100 years of community service and charitable contributions by this prominent local organization.

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Story Susan Murphy LEFT TO RIGHT: The Kenny family is united in its fundraising efforts for JDRF. Stephanie Kenny, 15-year-old Rachel, Chuck Kenny, and 17-year-old Christine take a family picture at the start of an August 16, 2015 fundraiser in front of Starbucks in Shrewsbury.

CHRISTINE KENNY IS A 17-YEAR-OLD INCOMING SENIOR at Matawan Regional High School. She was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) when she was just 22-months-old. She explained, “I do not remember life without T1D, so it never really was a negative thing to me, and I never considered it as a “disorder” as others would. Testing my blood sugar and taking insulin is as normal to me as brushing teeth is to you. When I was 11, I realized how others could view T1D, but I never let that change how I see it.”

Early on, her parents Chuck and Stephanie, decided to be strong allies and work through the daily struggles as a family.

They also enlisted the help of their younger daughter Rachel.

Their support and encouragement has been constant and has helped Christine tremendously. She shared an example. “My family has definitely influenced how I view T1D and made it quite positive. I remember when I was really little having to go to the endocrinologist and how excited I was because my parents made it fun. I would put a dress on, go to the doctor, and then we would go out to dinner in New York, where the doctor’s office was located.”

Now, as a teen, Christine faces the pressures of high school as well as the day-to-day monitoring of her T1D. She could easily become overwhelmed by it all, yet she stays positive.

“T1D is so normal to me I don’t put my full focus on it like someone would think. I don’t label myself as a Type 1 Diabetic, and I don’t let it define me as a person,” she stated. Christine has a variety of interests in school that she pursues actively.

“I am on the varsity tennis team – first singles, play the piano, and am in the competition chorus group. I am in the STEM Academy in my school, and I want to major in psychology and education in college.” The one challenge which she handles quite well is her time on the tennis team. “When I’m on the tennis court, it is crucial that my blood sugar does not go low, or else I have to stop for 15 minutes. To avoid this, I need to make

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changes in my insulin dose. This will help me to not go low in a match, or at any time when I am active. I constantly change my insulin to adjust for numerous factors, and find it to be a true struggle when I adjust my insulin a certain way based on a plan for the day, and then have the activities unexpectedly changed.

For example, if we are not as active at tennis practice as I had planned, my blood sugar for the whole day could change, but I have learned to become more flexible because of it.”

Outside of school, Christine joins her family in supporting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in their dedication to funding research to find a cure for T1D. Her father Chuck said, “Once again, Christine’s Crusaders, our family fund-raising team will be walking to raise funds in Avon at the Walk for a Cure on Sunday, October 11, 2015. This year will be our 16th year walking and we are hoping to reach a cumulative fund raising goal of $300,000. It is an honor to fundraise for the JDRF and we are proud to be part of the effort made by them to find the cure. In the past, Christine was selected as the poster child for the JDRF’s national campaign, appearing in two commercials which have appeared on television nationwide and in movie previews. The print ads have also appeared in Time Magazine, Elle Girl, Entertainment Weekly, Family Circle, Country Living, Better Homes & Garden, Diabetes Management, and many others.” He noted that Christine is now and has been for several years, the team captain and serves as the spokesperson. She is also a JDRF youth ambassador.

Through the JDRF, the family stays busy representing them at fundraising events, such as the one recently held on August 16, 2015 at the Grove in Shrewsbury. They had a table in front of Starbucks, and sold tickets for $100 for the raffle of a new car.

Monies raised for the raffle of a car helped to raise more funds for research. Christine said, “It was fun representing the JDRF for the fundraiser! Even though some people would not donate, the next person would come up, donate some money, and talk

to us. I even met a person who works with the doctor that diagnosed me.”

As team captain of Christine’s Crusaders and as JDRF youth ambassador, Christine would like to send a powerful message to young people who have T1D and are struggling to remain positive. “I want to tell anyone with T1D that you are not alone, singled-out, or an outcast because your pancreas decided to stop producing insulin. T1D has taught me to be strong even in conditions where you have been knocked down. You should not let T1D become your label or your personality. We did not ask for this, but we will fight and keep our T1D in control until the cure comes.”

Christine recalled a special moment in school when she was able to better inform others about T1D. “Last year, I presented a slide show that talked about it to the STEM Academy. I did not know who would be there, or how it would go, and I will admit I was nervous to tell a lot of people what I have to deal with every second, and the history of T1D. It actually went really well, and I enjoyed answering questions from my peers and teacher. I’m happy that more people from my school now know what T1D actually is.”

For those dealing with T1D, Christine would like to remind them that there are still fun things to do in your life.

“I do not let it get in my way. I like educating others on what T1D actually is, and it puts a smile on my face when someone wants to know what I deal with. Besides dealing with T1D, I love tennis, playing the piano, and I enjoy singing in chorus.

I also love the beach and skiing.” Christine continues to look ahead and remain positive. “The JDRF has helped me find a lot of hope that there will be a cure soon, and I can’t wait to see when there will be!”

Her father shared some details about diabetes and the reason Christine must be diligent in monitoring her blood sugar levels. Type 1 Diabetes is an auto immune disorder in which the pancreas stops producing insulin. T1D should not be confused with Type 2 Diabetes which is a metabolic disorder in which a pancreas does not produce enough insulin or the body does not use the insulin effectively. The only form of treatment for Type 1 Diabetes is insulin which is not a cure, but life support. Without daily injections of insulin, a person with Type 1 Diabetes, would not survive. Insulin is the key or bridge which permits the nutrients provided by food to be used by the cells to support the needs of the body.

Type 1 carries constant and considerable short-term and long term health risks. Therefore, Christine must constantly monitor her blood sugar levels and adjust her insulin which she takes by injection four times per day to meet her schedule of activities.

Chuck and Stephanie Kenny feel their daughter handles her life with Type 1 Diabetes with grace and maturity.

“Christine is very positive and has never let T1D prevent her from accomplishing anything. She manages it very responsibly and has excellent judgment when adjusting her insulin based upon her activities. Christine monitors her food intake and is always prepared with her medical supplies. She never complains. She helps educate others about Type 1 Diabetes and encourages others who have difficulty handling Type 1. We are very proud of Christine.”

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Bayshore Senior Health, Education & Recreation Center To Celebrate 40 Years In October THE BAYSHORE SENIOR HEALTH, EDUCATION AND RECREATION CENTER (aka The Bayshore Senior Center) is a nonprofit, non-denominational facility that serves the seniors in the Bayshore communities of Keansburg, West Keansburg, Union Beach, Hazlet, and parts of Holmdel. On October 1, 2015, the Center will celebrate its 40-year anniversary.

Today’s seniors are much more active, more involved with their health care, interested in new technology education, yet still have that need for social interaction. In an effort to continue to better serve the needs of the present and future seniors in the Bayshore area, the center expanded its original facilities to include a second floor, extensive renovations of the first floor, and increased parking. The design of the addition and renovated area is now totally handicapped accessible.

Sr. Mary Simon explained in the August newsletter just how the Center got its start.

“In 1975, Fr. Valentino, Pastor of St. Ann’s Church in Keansburg, having received a small grant, asked me to start a center for the seniors in the area. Sr. Mary Grace and I visited the seniors in the town, particularly in Middle Road Village (Hazlet) to assess the need. We began two days a week in the auditorium of St. Ann’s School with seven members and when I left, there were hundreds.” On September 1, 1976, the Center moved from the auditorium to what was then a parish building, Corrigan Hall. Fr. Strano continued the support of St. Ann’s Parish for the center as they sought funding from governmental as well as private sources for renovations and improvements. Sr. Simon shared what the center meant to her. “This has been an enriching experience. The people here are beautiful. When you think of all they have lived through – the Depression,

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The Center is a Place Where There are No Strangers, Only New Friends wars, and illnesses – it was a renewal of faith to be with them.”

The Center continues to be a reliable place to go for information, recreation, and health service needs. The Center serves an average of 200 seniors on a regular basis with a total enrollment of 490. The cost to join per year is $15 and you must be 60 years or older. Transportation is provided to and from the Center by the Monmouth County SCAT program. Coffee and tea are available in the morning, and thanks to the generous donations from Costco, seniors also enjoy muffins and Danish. Lunch is served daily through Meals on Wheels thanks to Interfaith Neighbors, at a fee of $2.50. Each week approximately 175 congregate and 200 homebound meals are prepared, packed and delivered from the kitchen.

Creative expression is encouraged for the on-going development of each member.

Seniors can participate in arts and crafts, exercise, knitting and crocheting classes, informative lectures, use of a Wii gaming system, book discussions, and once-a-week Bingo time. Activities Director Sr. Sharon Kelly plans trips and plays that the seniors can attend. Time shared together is one of the most important facets of the Center and it has become a “home base” for many of the members. They share conversations, share memories and laughter and especially find comfort in knowing that if they are not seen for a few days, they will receive a phone call or card because someone will miss them.

Executive Director Patricia McCarthy took over the position held by Sr. Elizabeth for over 30 years. “This is such a necessary place. So many people live alone and don’t have family or friends to share the holidays or a birthday. Once they come here, they begin to form friendships. They are very appreciative and comfortable. They feel safe here. I firmly believe we fill the gap and fulfill

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their basic need for social interaction.” She emphasized, “With the help of our Board, who is very generous with their time and their own money, we are able to have a place where seniors can go.”

A much-needed service, the Visiting Nurses Association of New Jersey (VNANJ), came to the Center in 2005. This community health center is open to seniors as well as all members of the community. Those who have insurance are welcome and those without insurance pay based on their income. It is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. They have become a valuable part of the community especially since it is in walking distance for so many people, noted Director McCarthy.

Maintaining the funds needed to fulfill the seniors’ physical, social, educational and recreational needs continues to be a challenge. As with many non-profits, it is a struggle to meet financial needs. It was noted that for many years, the State of New Jersey has given monies to help subsidize the operation of the Center. Because of the fiscal constraints of the state, they have not been funded for the last several years. The Bayshore Senior Center receives very little outside funding to support the $175,000 yearly budget. Monies that keep the Center solvent come from the yearly membership dues, private donations, and fundraisers. The rental of the Center’s second floor banquet hall, Scudiery Reception Hall, is also helpful.

It can be rented after hours for birthday or anniversary parties, wedding receptions, as well as baby or bridal showers.

Bayshore Senior Health, Education and Recreation Center is located at 100 Main Street in Keansburg. It is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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MOMS Club® of Aberdeen/ Matawan Open House The MOMS Club® of Aberdeen/Matawan, a national non-profit support group for stay-at-home mothers, invites you and your children to an Open House on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Veterans Park, located at 1766 Union Avenue in Hazlet. All mothers from Aberdeen, Matawan, Keyport and Hazlet are welcome.

Do you want to meet friends in the area for you and your children and have fun? Come find out what this club is all about, please RSVP to momsclubofabmat@gmail.com today!

WORK SCHEDULED TO BEGIN TO TRANSFORM FORMER ABERDEEN EMS FACILITY TO NEW HOME FOR H.A.M. THERAPEUTIC RECREATION PROGRAM Work is scheduled to begin in the coming weeks that will transform the former Aberdeen EMS facility at 651 Prospect Avenue in Cliffwood into the new home of the H.A.M. Therapeutic Recreation Program.

The contract for the work, which includes general repairs and updates, a new parking lot, upgrades on the restrooms and doorways, and other improvements to make the building ADAcompliant, was awarded to Quality 1st Basement Systems of Cliffwood, N.J. said Township Manager Holly Reycraft. The project is expected to be completed on the 5,700-square-foot building by the end of the year.

When the construction is complete, the H.A.M. Program, which provides a variety of educational and social activities for the developmentally disabled residents of Hazlet, Holmdel, Aberdeen and Matawan, will have a new, expanded home will be used for camp and other organized events, including its weekly Night Owls program of various social activities, as well as regularly scheduled cooking, arts and crafts, exercise and dance classes. Currently, the group operates out of a small classroom in Matawan which it has outgrown. H.A.M. programs including bowling, movies and a six-week traveling summer day camp will continue to be offered at offsite locations.

The Prospect Avenue building became vacant with the privatization of EMS, and ownership was initially transferred to the Aberdeen Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association as facility for their meetings. Last fall, ownership was transferred to Aberdeen Township for H.A.M.’s headquarters and general community uses, including fundraisers and programs for seniors. The space will also include an office for the Aberdeen Township P.B.A., noted Reycraft.

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FALL FESTIVALS, LIVE MUSIC, BAZAARS & MORE! local happenings ASBURY PARK OYSTERFEST September 11th, 12th & 13th

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Asbury’s biggest free festival, turning historic Cookman Avenue from downtown to the boardwalk into one long pedestrian mall.

Enjoy food, shopping and live music.

BELMAR SAN GENNARO FESTIVAL September 19th & 20th

DELICIOUS ORCHARDS APPLE FEST September 19th & 20th

Delicious Italian specialties and food, fun, games and live entertainment on Main Street in Belmar from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Attendees enjoy a full antique car display (40+ cars ranging back to the early 1900’s), fun games, local vendors offering delicious samples, farm animals, a clown, live music, and plenty of apple options with over a dozen varieties. www.deliciousorchardsnjonline.com

FOOD TRUCKTOBERFEST September 19th

WIND & SEA FESTIVAL September 19th

All of your favorite food trucks are back as some of the best mobile eateries in NJ return for one last party before the end of the season. Enjoy everything from hot dogs, to BBQ, to lobster rolls, to fried oreos. And wash everything down with an Oktoberfest beer from the German beer garden. It’ll be a long, food-truck-less winter. So bring the friends and family to Food Trucktoberfest at Monmouth Park. www.monmouthpark.com

From boating to kiting and so much in between, discover all the fun that the wind and the sea provide at Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Admission and parking are free.

Local bands and craft vendors will converge on Bucks Mill Park in Colts Neck for this annual Rockfest! Admission is $10 per car. You can bring your own and set up tailgate chairs – please drink responsibly. Think of a backyard barbecue with hundreds of people! www.coltsneckrockfest.com

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ASBURY PARK FALL BAZAAR September 26th

Purchase a ticket for $35/person and spend the afternoon strolling through the beautiful riverfront town, while sampling food and wine from Red Bank’s fine food establishments. Tickets are sold online, in advance only. If you can’t make this one, the next Food & Wine Walk will be on October 18, 2015.

Middletown will be holding its annual fall festival on from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Croydon Hall, to include activities for all ages: a business and community showcase, craft fair, live local music, tournaments, children’s activities, fire department demonstrations, a petting zoo, hayrides, flea market, food court and more. Event is rain or shine.

The event, which takes place in the Grand Arcade of Convention Hall from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m., features vendors selling amazing handmade jewelry, crafts, and home goods, photography & art, vintage clothing and more. The event features local bands and DJs on the beach.

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6TH ANNUAL GUINNESS OYSTER FESTIVAL September 27th

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15TH ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST October 3rd

The Guinness Oyster Festival is fashioned after the 59 year-old Galway Oyster Festival celebrating the opening of the oyster season. It is a huge food & music festival which will showcase Red Bank’s excellent restaurants as well as entertain thousands with great live music from noon to 7:00 p.m.

An old-fashioned fair reminiscent of the 1890s at Historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Visitors can enjoy wagon rides, games and live entertainment. There is also ongoing crafts demonstrations and a Home & Garden competition. Admission and parking are free.

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The feel-good spirit of Highland’s Oktoberfest is modeled on the traditional Munich, Germany Oktoberfest with an emphasis on eating, drinking and being merry while providing something for everyone from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Authentic German food, live music, dancing and entertainment. Event admission and parking is free. Located at Veteran’s Park (60 Bay Ave in Highlands) www.highlandsnj.com

NEW JERSEY’S CLASSIC MOTORCAR FESTIVAL October 3rd Presented by the Monmouth County Concours d’Elegance, this festival will showcase 135 premier collectible antique automobiles and motorcycles, ranging in years from 1900 to 1974. The event takes place at Hop Brook Farm in Holmdel from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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LAURITA HARVEST FESTIVAL October 3 & 4th Join in to celebrate the ongoing harvest at one of the Outer Coastal Plain’s most highly regarded wineries. Bring your family and friends. Enjoy live music, fine wines, great food, and shopping for antiques from the Farm Treasures plus handmade items from over 50 different artisans! Kids will enjoy pony rides, REX the pumpkin-eating dinosaur and the playground. Vineyard wagon tours starting at 1:00 p.m.

HOLMDEL’S ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL October 3rd & 4th Head over to Bayonet Farm in Holmdel for live entertainment, free carousel and Ferris wheel rides, petting farm, pickyour-own pumpkins, beer/wine, craft & food vendors, pony rides and so much more! A movie will start at dusk on 10/3 and afterwards fireworks will go off! $10 per car. For more information, call 732.946.2820 ext. 1225.

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Food and wine lovers will converge at the Laurita Winery in New Egypt for a Laurita Winery Gourmet Food Trucks and Fire Pits weekend. Experience the trending Gourmet Food Truck offerings while sipping on wine and enjoying a seat by a Campfire! Live music and good friends will make this day special. Fantastic fireworks display Saturday night at 9:00 p.m.

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THOMPSON PARK DAY October 18th

A fall festival that offers everything from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Thompson Park in Lincroft – pumpkin painting, wagon rides, pottery demostrations, arts & crafts, kid’s races, rides, entertainment and so much more! Enter the fun and exciting pie eating, scarecrow and Strut Your Mutt doggie costume contests! Admission and parking are free, some activities have a fee. www.monmouthcountyparks.com

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Keyport offered its own spin on National Night Out, which is a community-awareness event that takes place in cities and towns across the country to educate the public on police, first-aid and safety programs offered in their town. Several emergencyresponse vehicles, including police cruisers, ambulances and various types of fire trucks were on hand for exploration.

Held on August 4, 2015 along West Front Street, the event is “basically about crime prevention,” says Keyport Police Chief George “Butch” Casaletto. “It shows the community that we care and do everything we can, not only for our residents but the public in general.”

Since only about 150 showed up this year, Casaletto has bigger plans in mind for 2016 to boost attendance numbers. “We are going to start advertising early, get our recreation department involved, and maybe get some kids rides and a nighttime outdoor movie.”

Keyport started presenting this event about three years ago after a lapse. “Each year it keeps growing,” says Casaletto.

“Having our mayor and council involved helps this event along with all our emergency-response teams. We include the Keyport Fire Department, Keyport First Aid, Keyport Office of Emergency Management, Keyport CERT, Monmouth County Prosecutors Office and the Keyport Police Explorers. It’s a team effort, and it shows during times of emergencies that we, as a team, do a tremendous job together.”

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SPAGHETTI DINNER A spaghetti dinner will be held at Calvary United Methodist Church on September 19, 2015 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Take out is available, the cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children and free for children under 5. The church is located on the corner of Third and Osborn streets in Keyport.

For more information, call 732.264.1492.

Visit Calvary’s Thrift Shop, which is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. You will find some interesting things – from old to new! All proceeds go to the church, and donations are always accepted.

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Rain date will be on Sunday, October 4, 2015.

Matawan Day and Food Festival attracts thousands of people to Matawan’s Main Street where families enjoy the experience of tasting the wonderful variety of foods, seeing the talents of local crafters and artisans and meeting businesses invested in the well-being of the community. They will also enjoy free rides and entertainment.

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Keyport Sailing Center Hosts Junior Sailing Regatta at KYC Story Lizz Dinnigan

Everything was in place on July 24, 2015 for the Keyport Sailing Center’s Junior Sailing Regatta at the Keyport Yacht Club (KYC), everything except the wind.

“The day was one of perfect weather, and the camaraderie of sailors was even better,” says Wayne Woerner, KYC junior sailing chairman and president of the Keyport Sailing Center. “The only thing that could have made it more enjoyable would have been a little more wind.

Strong winds or not, everyone had a good time.”

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competing in beginner and advanced level race classes who represented the KYC, Monmouth Boat Club (MBC) in Red Bank, Raritan Yacht Club (RYC) in Perth Amboy and the Richmond County Yacht Club (RCYC) on Staten Island. The KYC Regatta is the third in a series of junior sailing regattas this summer at clubs on Raritan Bay, and the Shrewsbury and Navesink Rivers. It began with a breakfast and skipper’s meeting, and ended with a post-race lunch party and awards presentation.

The Junior Sailing Program is a sevenweek course that focuses on both on-water and on-shore lessons about boat handling and safety, sail trim and navigation, boat rigging, and racing tactics. Each Fridays, students can choose to compete in a Junior Sailing Regatta to put their skills to the test in a real competitive environment.

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There were three race courses with three different starts, with seven races completed. Winners took home trophies.

The top winners from each race, respectively, were: Marielle Abel and Caitlin Abel (KYC) in first; Kyle Simandy and Tomas Rios (RYC) in second; and Gabby Woerner and Abby Molman (KYC) in third place racing in 420s; Jack Murphy and Carolyn Ottesen (RCYC), Michael Fox, Padric Burke and Ben Leputu (RYC) and Misia Leo and Ben Huefner (RYC) in JYs; Andrew Milman (KYC), Topher Lucyk (MBC) and Alexandra Vought (MBC) in Lasers; Nadine Rouba (RYC), Haylie Payne (RCYC) and Justin Siracusa (RCYC) in Opti Blue; Elissa Grassia (RCYC), Jordan Moore (RCYC) and Brennan Magee (RYC) in Opti Green; Jennifer McDonald (KYC) and Daniella Campione (RCYC) in Opti Red; and Maurice Gittines (KYC), Cassie Van Meter (KYC) and Michaela Moore (RCYC) in Opti White.

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The Friends of the Library use book sale proceeds and member donations to support the library’s many programs and to provide additional library services.

The Matawan Aberdeen Public Library is located at 165 Main Street, Matawan. For information about the Friends of the Library or to obtain a membership form, click on the Friends link on the library’s website www.lmxac.org/mata.

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• • • • • • • • • Award for First Male and Female Keyport Emergency Services Personnel • Check-In at Waterfront Park at the Pavilion - Start at 32 West Front St. • Pre-race number and packet pick up at 32 West Salon on Friday, September 25 from 2 until 9 PM • New Scenic Finish At The Keyport Waterfront!

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A Hair-Raising Good Time at Keyport Thursday’s Dawg’s Night Out

The dog days of summer came to West Front Street on August 6, 2015 for another hair-raising Keyport Thursday. West Front Street was closed off from Broad to Main Streets for the strolling pleasure of dog-lovers and their best four-legged buds. Dogs and their owners mingled on the lively downtown road, where vendors and restaurants participated with tables of merchandise geared for dogs. Special menus and “Guys Night” drink specials were made available. Pet grooming shops and barber/shave shops offered their services to dogs and dog-lovers alike.

Among participating organizations was Fur Friends in Need, a Hazlet-based shelter, bringing with them adoptable dogs and dog-friendly cats. Also included among attendees was Keyport’s own Gardening Club, holding their Tomatopalooza home-grown tomato contest. Tomatoes were entered in one of three categories— heaviest, tastiest slicing tomato and tastiest cherry tomato. Best Tasting Slicing Tomato was won by Gia Calabrese-Roberts of Keyport, Best Tasting Cherry Tomato was won by Lisa Sessa of Keyport and Heaviest Tomato (1.31 lbs) was won by Arnulfo Toro of Roselle Park.

As part of the weekly Keyport Thursday’s Summer Concert Series, the Gas House Gorillas played a rousing show at the Minipark overlooking the waterfront.

The jump-swing band were lively indeed, playing a howling-good set that included punked-out 40’s-50’s style swing, jump blues, rockabilly and R&B classics.

Keyport Thursdays and the Summer Concert Series are made possible by the efforts of the Keyport Bayfront Business Cooperative. The KBBC is the managing entity of the Keyport Business Improvement District, created by ordinance of the Borough of Keyport. It is run by an elected Board of Directors, comprised of business operators, property owners, representatives of the Borough of Keyport, including Mayor and Council members, Borough committee representative and resident representative - all working to make Keyport the true Pearl of the Bayshore.

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Founded in 1963, President Albert Degracia said that the club was started for the large Puerto Rican population in Keyport. However, through the years and changing demographics, the organization became better known as the Spanish American Club. “New immigrants have come in, and Puerto Ricans are almost the minority as far as Latinos go," said Degracia.

Community engagement is a core philosophy of the organization. The Spanish American Club awarded several scholarships to exceptional Latino students. Stand-out Keyport middle and high school students were awarded scholarships ranging from $100 to $1,500. One scholarship, open to all Monmouth County, was worth $2,000. Latino high-school students in the county had their applications and essays reviewed by a special committee of club members.

Local business owner Cliff Moore was also recognized by the club, receiving the Community Engagement Award for his involvement and contributions to the Bayfront borough. As former president of the Keyport Bayfront Business Cooperative, his service and consultation proved to be invaluable to the Keyport business community. “The Spanish American Club and the work they do have been tremendous for Keyport. They care so much about the community, and it’s always great when we get to come together and celebrate,” Moore said.

Although the festival has been an annual occurrence for 17 years straight, the event had been held only periodically in the past. President Degracia said that turnout had been hit or miss.

Now, however, crowds of thousands make their way through the Keyport Spanish American Festival every year.

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