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THE EIGHTEENTH ANNUAL Meridian Health Affiliated Foundations’ Gala, Building a Better Future, took place on, November 21,2015 at the Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch. This signature fundraising event raised over $720,000, a record in the event’s 18-year history, which Tim Hogan, regional hospital president for Monmouth County, Meridian Health and his wife Eileen.

will benefit Meridian's not-for-profit hospitals and community health programs throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. The Gala honored Monmouth County resident, Mrs. Emily Hovnanian,

MERIDIA N H E A LT H ' S 18 Annual Gala Makes History th

while celebrating the tenth anniversary of the transformational gift Emily and her late husband Kevork made to Meridian to name K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital. The Hovnanians’ historic gift continues to have a profound impact on the community, ensuring access to advanced pediatric clinical care services for the youngest patients. “I will never forget the day Kevork came home, beaming with happiness, to tell me he wanted to name the children’s hospital,” explained event honoree, Emily Hovnanian. “I know that if he were here to join me at the Gala, he’d be so humbled by this incredible honor and overjoyed to see what an amazing place K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital has become.”

RECORD AMOUNT RAISED TO SUPPORT HEALTH PROGRAMS IN MONMOUTH AND OCEAN COUNTIES

The event was co-chaired by the Hovnanian’s children and spouses, James and Esto Barry, Ara and Rachel Hovnanian, Mazin and Lucy Kalian, Dr. Tavit and Sossie Najarian, and Dr. Roberto and Nadia Rodriguez. The co-chairs played a vital role in planning the event, especially carrying out the unique “Building a Better Future” theme that paid homage to their late father’s profession. “I couldn’t have dreamt of a more perfect evening,” shared John K. Lloyd, FACHE, president and CEO of Meridian Health. “Because Emily and her family inspire so many others through their generosity, we were able to surpass our goals for the evening helping to ensure Meridian Health can continue to provide the best care possible to the communities we serve.”

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HOLMDEL GIRL SCOUTS took the joy of gift-giving to new heights during their 2015 Fall Girl Giving Event held on November 20, 2015 at the new gym in Village Elementary School. All levels in scouting, from Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, as well as Ambassadors and I-Girls came together and fulfilled many much-needed requests on Monmouth County SPCA’s wish list.

Each of the 100 girls who participated made two cat toys and three dog toys, almost all of them from recycled materials. The toys will be given to animals who are awaiting adoption. Many troop parents donated old t-shirts and socks, water bottles, and felt. The event cost of $3 per girl covered the cost of refreshments, such

as cookies, chips and pretzels, as well as materials to make the toys. Since so many donated materials were used, the Holmdel Girl Scouts were able to give the Monmouth County SPCA a check for $85 with left over funds collected, said Janice Petretti, a Holmdel Girl Scout Leader of Brownie Troop #862 and Daisy Troop #239. An added treat for the scouts was a visit from Candie Caron of the Freehold branch of Monmouth SPCA who came and brought Amy, a puppy that was going to be adopted that night after her visit to Holmdel. Every girl that wanted to pet her got a chance to do so. Mrs. Petretti said the event was a huge success. “We were able to make

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over 500 toys for the animals awaiting adoption, two car loads of blankets, towels, sheets and food was donated to the SPCA, and the girls had lots of fun. This event helped many of the scouts realize that there are “WE WERE ABLE TO MAKE OVER 500 homeless dogs TOYS FOR THE ANIMALS AWAITING and cats out ADOPTION..." there that need a family and need to be taken care of in the meantime. I was overwhelmed at the kindness and generosity put forth by the Holmdel Girl Scouts and their families. Our Girl Giving events are always a win-win when we can contribute to our community while having fun.”

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Newcomers and Neighbors Club C E L E B R AT E S T H E H O L I D AYS W I T H THE SONGS OF “OLD BLUE EYES”

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January 28, 2016 4:00 to 6:00pm Conover Road Primary Cafeteria Join Colts Neck Township Education Association to Support Local Charities THE EVENT INCLUDES MANY ACTIVITIES, SUCH AS: Designing Cards Playing Games

Making a Winter Craft Musical Performances Sing-a-longs

Food & Hot Chocolate Served Bring Your Family & Friends for a Fun Time and Meet Members of Your Local PBA. Donation of the following items will be collected at the door: Scarves PJs Hats Slippers Gloves

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Left to right: Andria Schanzer, Debbie Savo, Helene Kalkay, Sue Quincannon, Joy Luciani, Vicki Mazza, Gail Wachsmuth, Linda Kudler, Linda Orriss and Michele Caputi ON DECEMBER 10, 2015, the Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Colts Neck, Holmdel and surrounding areas held a holiday luncheon and celebration of the 100th birthday of Frank Sinatra. The event was held at Buona Sera restaurant in Red Bank. Members and guests enjoyed a delicious five course lunch while listening to the songs of “Old Blue Eyes” sung by talented local singer, Bill Gagliardi. It was a great way to begin the holiday season!

In January, the club will hold the annual “Game Day” event. The meeting will be held at the Colts Neck Firehouse #2 on January 14, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. Guests and prospective new members are welcome. The Newcomers and Neighbors Club plan events and activities throughout each month to provide educational programs, social interaction and opportunities for community service. The club accepts new members all through the year. Any new resident or long-time resident of the area may join. For more information, call 732.446.9682 or 732.530.9543.

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HOLMDEL HALF CENTURY CLUB LOOKING FOR SOME FUN COMPANY? Join the Holmdel Half Century Club. Membership is only $20 per year, meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Holmdel Senior Community Center, and at least one special event is planned for each month. Special events might include Broadway, Atlantic City, and other local and not so local places. For further information, call Marilyn Fortunato at 732.946.3125 or Marianne Scuito at 732.495.3191.

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LINCROFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL held its third annual Winter Wonderland fundraiser on December 5, 2015 at Colonial Nursery. It was a spectacular day and fun event that put everyone in the holiday spirit. Jackie and Dan Coneeny, owners of Colonial Nursery, graciously sponsor the event each year and donate a portion of the sales to the school. The event was a huge success thanks to the hard work of Heather McGrath, Vice President of Fundraising and the co-chairs, Terry Kon and Rose Curley.

The day started off with performances by the Lincroft School Chorus and Band, comprised of 4th and 5th grade students. The Chorus sang beautiful holiday songs under the direction of Mr. Jupinka. After a short break the visitors were treated to a variety of songs played by the Lincroft Band under the direction of Mrs. Domashinski. A new event this year was “Cookies and Crafts with Santa.” Children were read a holiday story,

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Winter Wonderland is a great event to had a picture taken with Santa Claus, made an assortment of holiday crafts and enjoyed milk kick off the holiday season for the Lincroft and cookies. Mike Polsky, from Polsky Sports School Community. Heather McGrath said, and Entertainment, was on hand for a holiday “Whether families came to shop for holiday gift silent auction featuring sports memorabil- greenery or gifts, enjoy the musical perforia from various athletes, including Derek Jeter, mances, or have Cookies and Crafts with Odell Beckham Jr. and Daniel Murphy. Mr. Santa, a fun time was had by all”. Polsky donated a portion of the proceeds to PTA President Siobhan Smith added, “The the school. PTA would like to thank all the parents Lincroft families were also encouraged who came out for our Winter Wonderland to take a gift tag from the schools “Tree of at the Colonial Nursery. Thank you to Mr. Wishes” to support local families in need. Meg Jupinka and Mrs. Domashinski for putting on Connolly provided the Tree of Wishes which another fabulous concert. Thank you to Dan started in 2012 when the Port Monmouth and Jackie Coneeny for hosting the event at section of Middletown was hit extremely hard their nursery. Lastly, thank you to Heather by Hurricane Sandy. She explains that after McGrath, Terry Kon and Rose Curley, without the initial drive ended, it was apparent how their new ideas and dedicated work we would these families were in need even before Sandy not have had such a successful fundraiser.” hit. Meg Connolly noted, “The level of generosity and sacrifice in our Lincroft School community is amazing.”

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A QUESTION I OFTEN GET from people going through divorce is, “Can I keep the house?” This seemingly simple question is actually a multifaceted one fraught with complicated facts and emotions. Years ago a man literally divided the house in half by using a chainsaw to cut through the roof and the walls. That triumph of emotion over intellect is not the preferred way of answering the question. Generally, there are two main areas with many sub-parts to explore. First, does the income and asset picture allow you to buy your spouse’s interest? Second, assuming you can buy out your spouse, can you afford to keep the house? In most cases the marital home is subject to equitable distribution so both spouses have an interest in the equity (Fair market value – mortgage indebtedness=equity). In some cases there is very little equity, making a buyout easier. In others, there is a great deal of equity. Are there other assets that will allow an offset, i.e., trading a share of

those assets for the spouse’s share of the home equity? If not, will the spouse agree to a buyout over time (e.g., monthly payments)? Can financing, either private or through a lending institution, be obtained? Assuming you can trade, finance or otherwise purchase your spouse’s interest, can you afford to keep the home? Do you have enough income to make monthly payments? Wages, investment income, alimony and child support all count, but even if you can afford to make monthly payments, can you afford all the other expenses that come with homeownership, such as taxes, utilities, insurance, repairs, maintenance, etc.? And, even if you can, will that leave you “house poor”, pouring so much of your monthly income into your house that you have little or no money left to do anything else? This comes down to a personal lifestyle preference. For some, the house is the highest priority. For others, a less constricted lifestyle is more important.

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Even in cases where there are enough assets to trade for the equity in the house, you will undoubtedly be given a reasonable period to refinance the mortgage in order to release your spouse from the obligation. Therefore, the amount of equity and your income will still come into play in deciding whether you will qualify to refinance the mortgage. If you can’t, the house will probably then be sold. There are other factors to consider. If you buy your spouse’s interest and the market improves, you won’t have to share the upside. If, on the other hand, the market tanks or major repairs are necessary, you won’t have anyone with whom to share the downside – it’s all yours. By selling to a third party, you will share the profit or the loss and any needed expenses. Can I keep the house? The answer varies from case to case. It is a question that you and your lawyer should discuss at length. You should consider available options and then make the decision that fits best with your future plans.

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The 2016 tour will showcase several stunning kitchens with the latest in design trends, including a magnificent whole house transformation and dazzling new construction. Visitors can view beautiful indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces, bars, wine cellars, and children’s play and study areas. In each home on the tour, guests can whet their appetite with delicious tastings from the area’s top chefs and restaurants. Tickets are $50 per person in advance, $55 on the day of the tour. Proceeds benefit PTO-funded programs for the children of the Colts Neck Schools. For more information, visit cnkitchentour.com.

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Horse Soring EQUINE ACTIVITIES are prevalent in our state and most of these animals are well cared for and loved. So you may be surprised to hear that some unscrupulous trainers in training barns, primarily located in the Southeast part of the U.S., actually “sore” Tennessee walking horses using caustic chemicals, chains, weighted shoes and hard objects jammed into their tender flesh, among other gruesome techniques. Soring makes it painful for the horses to step down and forces them to perform an artificial, high-stepping gait known as the “Big Lick” that is rewarded at some horse shows. A recently released video taken by an undercover investigator with The Humane Society of the United States exposed numerous instances of illegal horse soring at one of the top Big Lick training barns in Tennessee. This is the second time in four years that The HSUS has documented trainers and grooms inflicting

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pain on Tennessee walking horses’ legs and hooves to create an exaggerated and unnatural gait. Although Congress tried to stop soring more than four decades ago with the Horse Protection Act, the abuse is still widespread in the small Big Lick segment of the industry. Those who stand to profit from this illegal activity go to great lengths to cover their tracks and pressure their legislators to defend the status quo. There’s only one bill in Congress that will crack down on the crime of soring – the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act, H.R. 3268/S. 1121. Only the PAST Act will do what’s needed to strengthen the Horse Protection Act: eliminate a failed system of industry self-policing, ban the use of devices that are integral to the practice of soring Tennessee walking horses and related breeds, strengthen penalties and make other necessary reforms

to restore the integrity of the walking horse industry. This bipartisan bill won’t impose a burden on taxpayers, it will simply enable the USDA to redirect its enforcement efforts and resources in a more efficient and effective way. It’s time to pass the PAST Act because no horse should be subjected to such misery for a blue ribbon. New Jersey’s two U.S. Senators are co-sponsors of the PAST Act, as are many members of New Jersey’s delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives. Please make a brief, polite phone call to your U.S. Representative and to your two U.S. Senators to put an end to soring. You can say: “I’m a constituent, and I urge you to co-sponsor the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act, H.R. 3268/S. 1121. If you’re already co-sponsoring the bill, thank you for your support and please do all that you can to get it enacted quickly.” For more information, visit www.humanesociety.org.

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Annual Chili Cook-off T O B E N E F I T 18 0 T U R N I N G L I V E S A R O U N D IS YOUR CHILI HOT ENOUGH to win a Super Saturday Pre-Game Chili Cook-off Contest? If the answer is yes, enter your “hottest” chili in Lincroft Presbyterian Church’s (LPC) annual Chili Cook-off on Saturday, February 6, 2016 from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m., located at 270 Everett Road in Lincroft – your admission is your chili! Judges will include a chef, local VIPs, and the general public will be asked to judge the best entries. Blue ribbons and prizes will be awarded for first and second place, as well as a “people’s choice” award.

LPC’s Hospitality and E&M committees will offer hot dogs, chili condiments and toppings, salad/sides and desserts. The annual Cook-off will raise funds for 180 Turning Lives Around, Inc., a private, non-profit charitable organization dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence in our community. An act of domestic

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violence occurs every 7.5 minutes in New Jersey. Monmouth County remains one of the highest counties in the state for domestic violence incidents with no regard to socioeconomic status. 180 also provides 2ND FLOOR, a Youth helpline for kids in New Jersey that has received over 60,000 calls last year, and nearly 300,000 visits to its website – www.180nj.org. The community is welcome to this event. The cost is $10.00 per adult/$5.00 per child donation; maximum $25 per family, (free entry for the person bringing a pot of chili). Since 1846, Lincroft Presbyterian Church has provided the community with a place to worship and gather. Their mission is to serve Jesus in all ways every day. Join them to make our community a better place to live every day. Visit them at www.lincroftpc.org.

The right Realtor® does make a difference. Successfully marketing a property requires many things – talent, experience, networking, and above all else, resources. By choosing to market your home through me, you would be making the strategic decision to give your property global exposure on the Internet’s leading real estate sites, a distinct resource advantage over local or regional specialty brokerages. I believe that there are 3 components that allows a house to sell quickly - Strategic Pricing, Maximum Internet Exposure & Enhancing your Home’s Appearance to attract a broad base of buyers. Please give me a call to talk about your home, I’ll share my strategies and create a customized plan to sell your home quickly.

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ast year, Ocean County College received a $5.75 million donation to establish The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts on the OCC Main Campus in Toms River. This endowment allows OCC to develop quality performing arts programming. The Grunin Center is proud to offer its 2016 winter/spring season lineup featuring top-name talent, dinner shows, and meet & greet receptions! Music lovers will enjoy a variety of styles including Broadway, classical, contemporary, country, folk, and jazz. Of note, top name talent includes living legend Peter Yarrow (Peter, Paul, and Mary), the inimitable Aaron Neville, and a cappella vocal group Home Free.

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In An Evening with Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul, & Mary), legendary musician Yarrow weaves a narrative of his life in music and politics, punctuating the major events with renditions of the iconic songs we all know and love. From his life in Greenwich Village in the 1960s, his connections to Bob Dylan and Pete Seeger, to his career as part of the trio Peter, Paul, & Mary, Yarrow shares a part of American history influenced heavily by music. Saturday, February 6 at 8:00 p.m. (adult $35 and senior $32). Meet & Greet Reception and Dinner/Show Package available. When country a cappella band Home Free was crowned Season 4 Champions of NBC’s “The Sing-Off” in December 2014, the victory was by no means the “beginning” of a career for the five country stars from Minnesota … rather it was a satisfying culmination of nearly a decade of hard work and commitment to a vocal craft growing in popularity. In fact, it was the group’s experience on the road that carried them to “The Sing-Off” victory, swelling its fan base and bringing its homegrown country style into the national spotlight. Saturday, February 20 at 8:00 p.m. (adult/senior $39). Meet & Greet Reception and Dinner/Show Package available. Since his first hit single in 1966 (“Tell It Like It Is”), Aaron Neville has been known for crossing musical boundaries – effortlessly switching from R&B to Soul, Country to Pop, and Gospel to Jazz. This time, he brings his incomparable style to Doo-Wop with his newest album, My True Story. One of the world’s finest singers is revisiting the music he grew up with, and adding a few new spins along the way. Neville’s first release for Blue Note Records is a collection of 12 classic doo-wop numbers including “Tears on My Pillow,” “Money Honey,” “Under the Boardwalk,” “This Magic Moment,” “Be My Baby,” and “Gypsy Woman,” among others. Friday, March 18 at 8:00 p.m. (adult $39 and senior $36). For a complete schedule, tickets, or information on Dinner/Show Packages and Meet & Greets, call the Grunin Center Box Office at Ocean County College, 732-255-0500 or visit www.grunincenter.org.

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Award-winning public television personality, restaurateur, co-owner of Eataly and purveyor of the Lidia’s best-selling artisan pasta and sauce line, hosted a book signing at Dearborn Market on December 17, 2015. Bastianich, a beloved ambassador of Italian culinary traditions who cooked for Pope Francis during his entire New York stay in September, is the co-author of the new book, Lidia’s Mastering the Art of Italian Cuisine: Everything You Need To Know to Be a Great Italian Chef, which has hit bookstores and online outlets on October 28th. Co-written with her daughter, Tanya Bastianich Manuali, Lidia’s Mastering the Art of Italian Cuisine is the ultimate compendium of Italian cuisine, featuring more than 400 pages of tips, techniques, a full glossary of ingredients, a special section on Italian culture and language, and of course, recipes for appetizers, soups, salads, sauces, pasta, vegetables and side dishes, fish, meat and desserts.

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From STAGING to CLOSING and BEYOND The MCSPCA annual Valentine’s Brunch will be held on Sunday, February 14, 2016 at McLoone’s Pier House in Long Branch. We rely on your support to help SAVE LIVES. So far this year we have saved over 4,300 lives and we hope to increase that number in 2016 - but we need your help. For more information, to buy tickets or donate, call 732.440.1558 or visit us at www.monmouthcountyspca.org.

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Festive Fun at Frosty’s COLTS NECK’S LIT TLEST SHOPPERS came out in force for

some holiday shopping at Frosty’s Holiday Shoppe for Kids on December 5, 2015. Throughout the course of the day, close to 200 children participated in the event, an annual holiday tradition sponsored by the Colts Neck PTO.

Young children shopped for holiday gifts without their parents in a safe and comfortable “We were thrilled to see so many environment at smiling faces this year,” said Frosty’s Conover Road co-chair, Stephanie Lukowitz, who Primary School. organized the event with Steve Shoppers were aided by ‘elves,’ Gimbelman and Kristine Schmocker. volunteer students from Cedar Drive “Children loved shopping for their Middle School, who assisted them families on their own and wrapping with selecting and purchasing gifts up their gifts themselves. Everyone within their budget. Shoppers could really got into the holiday spirit.” also wrap gifts at a wrapping station While children were busy when their shopping was complete shopping and making crafts, parents to help keep their selections a could do a little shopping of their surprise. New this year was a special own at the Holiday Bazaar. With guest appearance by Olaf. The over 20 vendors on site including Frozen star greeted guests and posed hometown favorites Down to Earth for photos throughout the morning. Market, Greenhouse Gallery Florist,

“Children loved shopping for their families on their own and wrapping up their gifts themselves. Everyone really got into the holiday spirit.”

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The event also featured Santa’s Workshop, a free holiday craft station offered by the Colts Neck Department of Recreation and Parks. Colts Neck Summer Camp Art Directors Kerrie Hannen and JoAnn Dafeldecker, along with Assistant Carly Dafeldecker, guided children through two different crafts. This year’s offerings, a handprint snowman ornament and a Christmas tree, were popular among young participants.

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J. Vincent Jewelers, the Colts Neck Historic Preservation Committee, and Orlando’s, there was something for everyone. “We are so grateful to Frosty’s chairs Steve Gimbelman, Stephanie Lukowitz and Kristine Schmocker for their tireless efforts in making this event such a success,” said PTO President Justine Buzzetta. “They brought fresh, creative ideas to this longtime Colts Neck tradition and really made the day memorable for the kids.” Special thanks goes out to Designer Greetings for donating the extensive wrapping station for the event. Buzzetta also recognized the Colts Neck Department of Recreation and Parks for partnering with the PTO on this event year after year. “The crafts the Colts Neck Department of Recreation bring to Frosty’s really make the event special for children. The kids love putting their own personal stamp on a handmade gift for their family,” added Buzzetta. “We are so appreciative of their efforts.”

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SOME OF THE FINEST educational talent of the Colts Neck Schools will take on the Harlem Wizards in an exciting matchup on Tuesday, January 26, 2016. This fun-filled evening for the whole family will take place at Colts Neck High School at 7:00 p.m. Proceeds from the game will benefit PTO-funded programs for the children of the Colts Neck Schools.

The Colts Neck dream team, made up of teachers and staff from the Colts Neck School District, has been dubbed “Team Kobe Wan Kenobi”. The all-star lineup includes Cedar Drive Middle School Principal Colin Rigby and Assistant Principal Merri Milano, Conover Road Elementary School Principal Jim Osmond, and Conover Road Primary School Principal Tricia Barr. Rounding out the talent for the Colts Neck Schools are Sara Campbell, Hope Delia, Lauren Hums, Melissa Jones, Debra Tarby, Ryan White, B.Jay Willis, Thomas Wonaszek, and more. “It’s on!” said Jim Osmond, Principal of Conover Road Elementary. “We’re looking forward to meeting these guys on the court again for another friendly competition.” Team Kobe Wan Kenobi may just have to use the force to battle the awe-inspiring Harlem Wizards team, known for their trick hoops and alley oops. The Wizards combine amazing basketball talent with hilarious comedy to bring fans a game to remember.

Enjoy wagon rides during Monmouth County Park System’s WinterFest, which will be held on January 30, 2016 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Thompson Park. CROSS YOUR FINGERS and hope for snow! The Monmouth County Park

System is hosting its annual WinterFest on Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Thompson Park, located off Newman Springs Road in Lincroft. This event celebrates the season and all the fun it brings. Family-fun activities for the day include cross-country skiing, nature hikes (possibly on snowshoes), make and take crafts, wagon rides and more. Visitors will also have the chance to meet representatives from winter sport vendors and enjoy live music. Admission, parking and most activities are free. For more information about the Monmouth County Park System or WinterFest, please visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com or call 732.842.4000. For persons with hearing impairment, the TTY/TDD number is 711. The Monmouth County Park System, created in 1960 by the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, is Monmouth County’s Open Space, Parks and Recreation agency.

Monmouth County Embroiderers’ Guild January Schedule EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD of America-Monmouth Chapter is dedicated to teaching and sharing the joys of needlework. They welcome stitchers of all levels. There are sit-&-stitch tables at each meeting, as well as special projects. For more information, contact Toni at 732.462.5540 or visit www.mcega.org.

Throughout the game, fans experience a magical display of tricks, coordinated ball handling, fancy passing, and aerodynamic athleticism combined with high-energy comedy and audience interaction. It’s two hours of family time where parents, grandparents and kids can all laugh together. General admission tickets are $20 and can be purchased online at www.harlemwizards.com. A limited number of courtside plus premium seats with a pregame meet and greet with Wizards players are available for an additional fee. If there are any tickets remaining on the day of the game, they will be sold at the door for $25. Wizards Jerseys and other fan gear can be purchased online before the game or during the event.

Sunday’s group will meet on January 10, 2016 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the DeHart Community Center, located at 120 Burnett Avenue in Maplewood. Day stitchers will meet Thursday, January 21, 2016, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., at the Colts Neck Library, located at 1 Winthrop Drive in Colts Neck.

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Holmdel | $2,175,000

Holmdel | $992,500

Holmdel | $1,970,000

Holmdel | $1,800,000

Colts Neck | $1,750,000

Holmdel | $1,170,000

Other Properties Sold by Tracy

Holmdel | $1,852,150

Holmdel | $1,600,000

Holmdel | $1,650,000

Holmdel | $2,750,000

Holmdel | $1,440,000

Holmdel | $1,700,000 Holmdel | $1,055,000

Holmdel | $1,062,500

Colts Neck | $2,499,000

Holmdel | $1,351,100

Holmdel | $1,850,000

Colts Neck | $1,700,000

Holmdel | $1,950,000

Holmdel | $2,582,200

Colts Neck | $2,510,888

Holmdel | $1,677,500

Holmdel | $1,475,000

Colts Neck | $3,900,000

Holmdel | $1,087,500

Morganville | $2,500,000

Colts Neck | $2,250,000

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Colts Neck’s Ryall House is the last of ten recognized by the Colts Neck Historic Preservation Committee with a permanent bronze plaque. Attending the unveiling, (left to right): Monmouth County Historical Commission Executive Director John Fabiano, homeowner Linda Dickinson-Pancila, Freeholder and Colts Neck Historic Preservation Committee Chairperson Lillian Burry, Monmouth County Historian and County Commission member Randall Gabrielan, Colts Neck Committee Vice-Chairman and Charter Member Harold Kilbride, Colts Neck Mayor James Schatzle, and Erin Dickinson.

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ITH THE PLACEMENT of a standing bronze plaque at a well-known historic home on Route 537, the Colts Neck Historic Preservation Committee has completed its mission of installing ten such commemorative markers at historically significant locations throughout the township.

On December 2, 2015, Mayor James Schatzle, Committee Chairperson and Freeholder Lillian Burry and other area historians joined homeowner Linda Dickinson-Pancila and her daughter Erin to unveil the marker in front of the home they have been meticulously restoring since Dickinson-Pancila purchased it in 2003. Dickinson-Pancila is a former committee member who allowed her home to be featured on two of the committee’s popular house tours.

“The long-term dedication to and accomplishment with preservation by Linda Dickinson-Pancila has been remarkable and is rarely matched.”

Built in the early 1800s and known as the Daniel Ryall

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Home, the stately structure was opened to the public by the Ryall family as a cultural center. Ryall, an attorney and judge, served in the New Jersey Assembly where he became Speaker, and in the U.S. Congress. Route 537 was then known as the Burlington Path, originally blazed by American Indians and later traveled by George Washington. According to information compiled by Dickinson-Pancila, pre-1842 records show the house was first owned by Captain John Stoutenburg and his wife Catherine Holmes. In 1842 the property was purchased by Hendrick H. and John S. Longstreet. Ryall bought it in 1850. It is believed that his son Thomas Wall Ryall was responsible for the renovations to the current style of Second Empire Italianate. The home changed hands numerous times over the decades with Dickinson-Pancila purchasing it from the Christensen family. “As a teenager I would drive past the house and say that I would love to live there someday,” Dickinson-Pancila said. “That opportunity came up in 2003 when another house I

was purchasing on (nearby) Montrose sion Executive Director John Fabiano. Road fell through and this one came on “When an owner replicates lost archithe market the next day. When I entered tectural features that define the unique the house, it gave me a big hug and I craftsmanship of a house, especially on knew I was home.” She took on the such a grand scale, they restore a part of challenge because “I knew this is where I their community’s heritage.” needed to be and in honor of my father Dickinson-Pancila praised the home’s and all he taught me about renovation previous owners for their preservaand construction.” Dickinson-Pan- tion attempts. When she purchased cila grew up in a home that her father the home, most of the original doors renovated and helped him with install- and windows, moldings, hinges, and ing sheetrock and shingles, plastering, floors were intact. When she removed cementing the basement floor and more. the paneling, the original moldings At Ryall House, she re-installed its were revealed. Still on her to-do list are original mansard roof, repaired the two renovations to bathrooms, fireplaces, the main porch areas, one which is enclosed, dining room floor, and more. and jacked up and leveled out the “The long-term dedication to and other wrap around porches. Inside, she accomplishment with preservation removed two drop ceilings, wall paper, by Linda Dickinson-Pancila has been and knotty pine paneling; repairing remarkable and is rarely matched,” said cracked walls and ceilings. The property author and county Historical Commishad three dump sites when Dickin- sion member Randall Gabrielan. “Her son-Pancila purchased it that required work has made the Ryall House the remediation. Her brother Frank Baron, showplace of Colts Neck, its dignity and a master carpenter, became her Project stature unequaled by anything built in Manager. recent generations.” Dickinson-Panci“Every room in the house was touched in some way over the last 12 years and given a bit of love,” Dickinson-Pancila said. “There was never a time in my love affair with this magnificent house that I doubted that I could do it.” The massive restoration project has had its challenges, the biggest involving gender.

“Being a woman in construction, you always feel you are being taken advantage of, even when you know your stuff,” she said. “I would run up the ladder to the third story, walk the ledge of the roof and the contractors would look at me like I was crazy.” Dickinson-Pancila finds satisfaction in “bringing the old girl back to her original grandeur after this historic home, like many in our country, was neglected for some time.” The house has received two Historic Preservation awards from the Monmouth County Historic Commission. Dickinson-Pancila, who lives in the home with her husband Chris Pancila and children Erin and Patrick, now plans to pursue placing the house on the National Historic Registry. “Linda’s careful restoration of her historic Italiante-style house deserves the special recognition by the Colts Neck Historic Preservation Committee’s historic marker program,” said Monmouth County Historical Commis-

la credited Burry, a former Colts Neck mayor, for directing her to county historians who provided critical information on the house.

“Lillian is a dedicated woman who should be an inspiration and role model to women due to her many lifetime accomplishments,” Dickinson-Pancila said. “It is an honor to have a plaque placed in front of the house. The marker is important because this historic home is very well known, is a county historic site, and needs to be recognized and honored.” Burry said that now that all ten markers have been installed, the Colts Neck Historic Preservation Committee will compile a brochure detailing them for the public in 2016. “The Ryall House installation is the culmination of our program that began years ago to recognize historic sites in Colts Neck of various vintages including the Duck Hollow/Probasco home from the 18th Century, the Colonial-era Colts Neck Inn, Laird’s Distillery, and the North American Phalanx,” Burry said. “The historic marker brochure will serve as a roadmap for the public, particularly school children, to identify, appreciate, and learn about these significant locales that are so important to local and national history.” The committee pays for the markers with funds raised during its various community events.

Keeping Holmdel

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has worked diligently for over eighteen years to inform Holmdel residents of issues affecting land use and natural resources, motivated by the desire to preserve the semi-rural nature of the town, while protecting watershed and air. CILU was instrumental in preventing development of the 417-acre “Chase Tract” in 2001. They also helped preserve the Flemer property on Crawfords Corner Road, and the Waackaack Preserve in northern Holmdel. In 2011 they prevented the Holmdel Township Committee from selling part of Cross Farm Park and the recently acquired F & F property. In 2014, CILU learned about the Township Committee’s rezoning of a 92-acre farm on Route 520 to allow for a commercial mega-sports complex. They collaborated with newly formed citizen groups in Holmdel and Colts Neck and were successful in convincing the Township Committee to rescind their zoning changes. Currently, the CILU are supporting residents in northern Holmdel to prevent building in a floodplain adjacent to Palmer Avenue, which would exacerbate existing flooding problems already documented by the Township’s engineer and attorney. ABOUT CILU CILU is a grass-roots organization of people who volunteer their time to educate our neighbors on township issues, especially those affecting land and water. It has become evident that residents’ knowledge of and participation in township issues are vital in keeping our town as beautiful as it is. Help preserve Holmdel and our natural resources by joining us at http:// holmdel-cilu.org.

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Homes Sold

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Jun-15

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Median Price

Days on Market

Nov. 2015

107.14%

$713,500

18.52%

$667,000

Nov. 2014

17.39%

$602,000

1.25%

$590,000

HOLMDEL | Single Family | November 2015 Stats AVERAGE PRICE

780

Total $ value of all sales divided by number of houses sold

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Homes Sold

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Jun-15

Nov-15

Avg. Price

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Median Price

Days on Market

Nov. 2015

133.33%

$717,175

-15.5%

$750,625

Nov. 2014

30.57%

$848,682

-1.9%

$775,375

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640

Total $ value of all sales divided by number of houses sold

620 Average Price x $1000

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Homes Sold

Avg. Price

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Median Price

Days on Market

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$480,000

133

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Uncovering Hidden Epicurean Delights I am not implying that Inkanto is like an eating establishment you might find in a Peruvian village.

The Food Spy seeks and finds hidden, and perhaps not so hidden epicurean gems in and around Monmouth County promoting the notion that good wine, good food in good company is one of life’s simplest and civilized pleasures. Sharing these gems, is the mission of the Food Spy. The Food Spy is an active contributor for both Zagat and TripAdvisor and accepts input, ideas and gem suggestions from Community Magazine readers and can be secretly contacted at foodspynj@ gmail.com.

BUT IF YOU STEP INTO INKANTO, you will step into a restaurant serving home spun recipes influenced by the Asian and Italian migrants who helped shape Peruvian cuisine. As such, the restaurant is an exemplar of true fusion cuisine, blending the cultural influences of the Italians and Asians.

Peru is a country that has held a variety of ethnic mixes since times ranging from the Inca Empire; it also is home to a climatic variety of 28 individual climates. The mixing of cultures and the variety of climates differ from city to city. So geography, climate, culture and ethnic mix determine the variety of local cuisine, which is vast. But Peru has the second largest population of Japanese people in Latin America after Brazil and the largest population of Chinese people in Latin America. In Chanchamayo, there is an Italian colony in the Province of La Merced, founded by Italian immigrants. It is these two cultures that the owner/chef has chosen to fuse into Peruvian staples. Inkanto is a spacious, simply decorated restaurant occupying the premises of the former Spirits Wine & Liquor store across from the new ShopRite in Hazlet. The charm is provided by the owner/chef. She has hired a wait staff of college age and college-bound individuals upon whom she has imparted the disciplines of friendly, courteous service. There are three large screen TV’s providing entertainment (I think distraction), which seems to be an attraction in eating establishments of all types at this time. This is a BYOB restaurant, but there is also a bar service area that is unique to Inkanto. The restaurant provides fresh ingredients for margaritas and sangria. The customer provides the tequila or wine. Of course, you can simply bring your favorite wine to complement the wonderful menu. We were there for lunch in the middle of the week and so enjoyed this twenty-table restaurant by ourselves. On weekends, although you don’t need a reservation, you will find the place to be more crowded. If you want, there is a private party room that will comfortably hold 16 to 20 people. The windows provide a

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bright atmosphere, permitting the sun’s rays to permeate the premises. But it is not as bright as the wait staff, whose sole purpose it seems is to impart knowledge of the cuisine and to insure that the customer has a unique, pleasurable experience. You are presented with two sauces and a signature fried corn kernel mix. If you want bread, you must ask for it. True to Peruvian culture, the restaurant does not serve bread with the meal. Since it was lunch, we shared Ceviche de Mariscos, which we ordered medium spicy. It was served just as we ordered. But since we could not determine exactly what mild, medium and very spicy meant on the heat index, the wait person brought Rocoto pepper sauce on the side in case we wanted it to be a bit spicier. At $18, some might consider it pricey. There were three Prince Edward mussels, shrimp and fresh fish delicately seasoned with citrus, cilantro and red onion. I asked the wait person to choose my entrée. As one might predict, she favored the most expensive item ($22) on the menu. But I was not disappointed in the Bouillabaisse of a variety of seafood items served with seasoned white rice. It had a hint of cilantro and the broth was superb. My lunch guest had Arroz Chaufa de Mariscos priced at $19, which is seafood fried rice Peruvian style. The serving was plentiful. Neither of us finished our entrée and brought half of it home. Lest you think that Inkanto will be a drain on your pocketbook, let me tell you that you will be exceedingly happy with their whole chicken served with French fries and salad for $18. We did not have dessert, but can’t wait until we return and plan to leave room for at least one item from their tempting dessert menu. So, Haykuykuy! Allin mikuna! Come in! Have a nice meal! Inkanto is located at 3115 Route 35 North in Hazlet, NJ 07730. Visit http://www.inkanto-nj.com for more information.

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HOLMDEL BRINGS COMMUNITY TOGETHER WITH

Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting

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AS 2015 CAME TO AN END, I reflected on the

Holmdel resident and Monmouth County Freeholder Serena DiMaso (center) joined Holmdel Township Committeeman (left to right) Thomas Critelli, Mayor Eric Hinds, Patrick Impreveduto and Joseph Ponisi for a photo during the festivities.

THE HOLMDEL RECREATION DEPARTMENT organized its annual Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting event, which took place on December 3, 2015 at Town Hall. Hundreds of residents, arriving to the sounds of the Happy Days String Band, came out to celebrate the season with family, friends and neighbors.

Holmdel Mayor Eric Hinds welcomed Father Garry Koch of St. Benedict’s Church and Rabbi Malik of Temple Beth Ahm, who lit the menorah and led her chorus with festive Hanukkah songs, while Erez Liroz played trumpet. The Holmdel Girl Scouts and The HEART of New Jersey Chorus entertained everyone with holiday favorites. Isabella Hernando of Holmdel and Miss Camden County Outstanding Teen, helped with the countdown for the lighting of the Christmas Tree. And finally, Holmdel Fire Co.#2 escorted Santa to the family-friendly event and handed out candy canes.

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progress we have made and I’m so proud to be your Mayor. This community is growing in positive ways and there is much to be shared. I couldn’t possibly mention all who contribute to Holmdel’s success, but I would like to mention a few. Our township Vonage “hangouts” for the kids have been a safe and fun way for the younger folks to get together. Our recreation department offers more activities and events than I can mention, as well as the enjoyable summer many families experienced at our Holmdel Swim Club. Our DPW continues their hard work to finish the largest infrastructure program in our town’s history. They were also busy building dugouts at the lower field at Phillips Park. Our police, fire and first aid are the best there is and we are all grateful to them for keeping us safe; taking care of all of our residents 24/7. All who work hard daily in our township offices to keep Holmdel moving forward are appreciated. They do all the “behind the scenes” work that is an incredible part of our success. Our schools are thriving and continue to be ranked among the best. The volunteers in our community are the passionate ones who do because they love where we live, they want to help make it better, and they have. Our website and Civic Ready communication system is a big improvement and I urge all who have not registered to do so today, as this is a very helpful resource. Our Township Committee continues to be dedicated to you and we work hard daily responding to your communication, listening and collaborating to keep this town moving forward and I thank all of them for their dedication. Not everything moves as quickly as we’d like, but progress is happening. Visit our Holmdel Township website at http:// www.holmdeltownship-nj.com. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns at ehinds@holmdeltownship-nj.com. I wish you all a safe and happy new year! Mayor Eric Hinds

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Gift Giving Tree STORY SUSAN MURPHY PHOTO: Left to right, back row: Assistant Principal Jessica Vierschilling, Principal Brian Schillaci and Mrs. Jami Kenney are photographed with some of Mrs. Kenney’s students at Village School on December 9, 2015.

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takes place in early December of each year at Holmdel Village School. It is known as the “Giving Tree” and it was started in 2004 by second grade teacher Mrs. Jami Kenney. “This year, 450 Village School students and staff members participated in this school-wide event,” she said. Mrs. Kenney explained the details of the Giving Tree. “I work with Children and Family Services in Long Branch and they have a program called Operation Sleighbells. They provide me with a card for each child who is participating. On the card is the child (in needs) name, age, sex, and a list of three wishes they hope to receive. Our PSA helps me with collecting the cards and having the children who participate choose a name off the Giving Tree at school.” Some of the gifts collected were jackets, hats, gloves, dolls, trucks, Legos, basketballs, and pajamas. Various gift cards collected came from Game Stop, Forever 21, ShopRite (for the parents), and Target.

“This is my favorite time of year,” shared Mrs. Kenney. “I love teaching children about giving to others. It makes everyone feel good, especially this time of year. I feel blessed to be able to work in a wonderful community that allows me to share the gift of giving.” This wonderful tradition of the Giving Tree involves the organization of the hundreds of cards. PSA-appointed board member Mari Campillay assisted Mrs. Kenney by logging all 450 cards as well as coordinating the two-day event of picking the tags off the Giving Tree. Mrs. Campillay and a handful of parent volunteers helped escort the participating children to and from their classrooms as well as logging the children’s names to the coordinating tag to ensure no child or parent is left out. PSA Vice President of Communications Danielle Impreveduto said, “This is a very rewarding experience for our children and school community. The PSA thanks Mrs. Kenney for giving our children the opportunity to give back.”

Village School Principal Brian Schillaci agreed. “This time of year always brings a tremendous response of giving from our school community. Our “Giving Tree” initiative was an amazing success again this year. We had 450 students and staff members bring in over 1,300 items for those in need. Mrs. Kenney, one of our second grade teachers, began this initiative a number of years ago and has grown it into an incredible experience for so many. Mrs. Kenney, the Giving Tree Committee, and the PSA joined together again to continue this great initiative. We could not be more proud of their efforts. The lessons learned through this experience are so very valuable for all of us at Village School!” On the morning of December 9, 2015, representatives from Children and Family Services picked up the gifts so generously given by Village School students and their parents. “It was an awesome event once again!” said Principal Schillaci.

CILU Hosts Talk on Emergency Preparedness CITIZENS FOR INFORMED LAND USE (CILU) will be

hosting a talk by Holmdel Detective Eric Hernando about Emergency Preparedness on Monday, January 18, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. in the Holmdel Community Center on Crawfords Corner Road in Holmdel. Detective Hernando is a lifelong resident of Holmdel who joined the Holmdel Police Force in 1993. He works in the Investigations

Division where he serves as the Department’s forensic specialist and is a certified voice stress analyzer examiner. Detective Hernando has been decorated numerous times, including as Officer of the Year in 2002 and 2012. He also received EMT certification and paramedic training and has achieved the rank of Rescue Captain where he serves on the Holmdel First Aid Squad. He is co-founder and Captain of the Holmdel Fire Rescue Company #2. Hernando has served as the Holmdel Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator in the early 2000’s and was appointed Emergen-

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Old Fashioned Country Christmas D R AW S H U N D R E D S TO H I STO R I C S C H O O L

PH OTOS ABOVE Chairperson Lillian Burry (center in red) is joined by Committee co-chairs Patricia Mitchell, Frank Rizzuto, the exuberant Historic Preservation Committee, and volunteers outside the Montrose School.

MEMBERS OF THE Colts Neck Historic Preservation Committee are still basking in the warm glow brought by hundreds of visitors to the one-room Montrose School on December 13, 2015 for an “Old Fashioned Country Christmas”. The afternoon included visits with Santa Claus, local historic information and displays, and the afternoon also featured a reading of “A Night Before Christmas” by committee Chairperson, Monmouth County Freeholder and former Colts Neck Mayor Lillian Burry. Tom and Marianne Tucker, Pennsylvania-based recording artists, appeared in period costume, and offered a

repertoire of ballads and folk music from England, Ireland, Scotland, Canada, and America. Committee members worked for weeks to prepare and decorate the township’s last publicly owned one-room schoolhouse for the free event; volunteering time, supplies and refreshments. “The crowd was beyond my expectations,” Mrs. Burry said. “The committee was delighted so many people chose to take a break from their hectic holiday preparations to join our traditional Christmas celebration. Adults and children alike were excited to see the school and learn about

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its history. The success of our “Old Fashioned Christmas” gathering at the one room school house is an indication of how our residents value our past history. I could say saving our past is important to promote our future.” After purchasing Montrose School for $1 from the township’s defunct Historical Society about a decade ago, the volunteer Historic Preservation Committee has worked to restore it through creating events and house tours to raise the necessary funds. The committee also funds annual visits to local schools by professional historic enactors.

LEFT FIRST Children and Santa gathered round as Lillian Burry, Monmouth County Freeholder and former Colts Neck Mayor, recited “A Night Before Christmas”. LEFT SECOND A special plaque, designed by Lillian Burry and crafted by T. Dorland Glass Studio, was placed on the stately blue spruce in memory of Ed Brock’s grandson, Joseph Areleo, Jr., and the words on the plaque, "We must live every day to the fullest, and take everything it has to offer," were used in his valedictorian speech from Freehold High School, it also included a Linden Tree, which he favored.

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EVENTFUL HAPPY NEW YEAR! Burr… baby it’s cold outside! So, it’s time for some fun outdoor events and some rosy cheeks! This month I am featuring winter activities like ice skating, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and sledding or watching famous ballroom dancing or enjoying a variety of cheeses at a local favorite this month. Read on and mark your calendars for some wonderful opportunities. Please send me your ideas for events that “matter and inspire” to donna@dnbevents, or find me here at www.dnbevents. com.

Dancing with the Stars: Live!

At Count Basie Theatre, located at 99 Monmouth Street in Red Bank, on January 13, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. – Dancing with the Stars is going on the road giving fans the opportunity to see their favorite stars dance live in their hometowns. In this all-new production, the dancers are freed from the ballroom to bring you a 90-minute action-packed live show. Come and see the most memorable numbers from Dancing with the Stars. Call the box office at 732.842.9000 for ticket information.

Public Ice Skating at the Red Bank Armory on Weekends

The Red Bank Armory at 76 Chestnut Street has public skating on weekends! You can rent skates for $4 and children under 12 can skate for $8 and Adults for $9. The hours are Fridays from 8:00 to10:00 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from 1:15 to 2:45 p.m.

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Some members of The Arc of Monmouth’s Winter Glow Ball Executive Committee, “The Tuesday Group.” BACK ROW Left to right: Candace Moschella, Mary Ann Larkin, Mollie Giamanco, Arleen Fina, Denise Puma. Middle row, left to right: Cathie McHugh, Lauren Zalepka, Carol Stillwell, Holly Annarella Flego, Sherry Annarella, Francine Acquaviva, Beverly Annarella, Angie Murphy. FRONT ROW Serena DiMaso (left) and Abbey Feiler-Kober. PHOTO CREDIT PAT PALADINO

Saturday Night Fever With The Arc Of Monmouth Raises Over $200,000 THE ARC OF MONMOUTH’S 49th annual Winter Glow Ball, held at The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel on November 13, 2015, was a groovy evening of dining, dancing and disco. This year, the important annual fundraiser raised over $200,000 to provide critical support for over 1,400 Monmouth County residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families.

Guests celebrated in 1970’s style throughout the night. The ten-piece Marc Topaz Band and disco dance coaches kept the party on the dance floor going until midnight. A vintage arcade, generously donated by Silverball Museum, took guests back in time, while Buffalo Trace gave tastings of their delicious bourbon. The proceedings were fast-paced and energetic thanks to emcees Lou Russo and

Liz Jeressi of 94.3 The Point. A key raffle gave participants a chance to win a double magnum of Sherwin valued at $1,000, while an exciting live and silent auction offered guests modern gifts and surprises. Tom Hayes and New Jersey Natural Gas were honored for their longtime support of The Arc of Monmouth. Mary E. Scott, retiring Executive Director of The Arc of Monmouth, received the Countess’ Award for her 28 years of dedication to individuals with I/DD. Guests met two inspiring families that night, the Annarellas and the Zalepkas. Both families discussed how The Arc of Monmouth has impacted their lives, and how it will continue to support individuals and their loved ones in the future.

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The lead sponsors of this event included New Jersey Natural Gas, The Anabel Foundation, Eileen Scott and Shore Point Distributing Company. The Arc is thankful for the generous support of individuals, families, businesses and organizations involved with the Winter Glow Ball. The Arc of Monmouth is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, annually serving more than 1,400 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through education, vocational training, residential services, behavioral healthcare, supported employment, recreation, individual and family supports, self-directed services and advocacy. To learn more, please call 732.493.1919 or visit www. arcofmonmouth.org.

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Through The Volunteer Efforts of The Colts Neck Shade Tree Commission, Colts Neck Township Now Has a Nationally Recognized and Certified Class One Arboretum.

he Colts Neck Town Hall Arboretum occupies about 20 acres of the 45 acres surrounding the Colts Neck municipal complex, principally the area between the library, town hall and the lake. It is bounded by Winthrop Road and Cedar Drive. A well-marked, virtually flat walking path provides easy access to all parts of the Arboretum from adjacent parking. A satellite map of the Arboretum shows roads, buildings, and the specific trees – which is overlaid with information providing the botanical or scientific name, the common name, and the exact location of each of the 48 named trees in the Arboretum. The map is displayed outside the lower entrance to Colts Neck Library. A second similar map is hung in the library proper. In the library are letter-sized copies of the map that are available for Restoration of the Arboretum has been personal use while walking successful due to the collaboration among through the Arboretum. the Township Committeemen, the Township The map is also published Administrator, the Department of Public on the township website. Works, and the Shade Tree Commission. The trees are a mix of trees common to our area such as Black Oak, Horse Chestnut and willow; specimen trees such as the Weeping Purple Beech and Dawn Redwood; trees commonly used in local landscaping such as apple, cherry, magnolia, and dogwood; and more unusual trees such as Hinoki False Cyprus, purple smoke tree, Ginkgo, Nine Bark, and Japanese Pagoda (or Scholar) tree. Thus, the trees in the Arboretum provide an opportunity to learn about trees found commonly in the Northeast, and provide insight in preparing a home landscape design by seeing specimens of fully grown trees (as opposed to the potted specimens purchased in the local nursery). The Arboretum is dedicated to education, which extends beyond the grounds of the Arboretum itself. In 2015 for Arbor Day, Colts Neck Scouts planted a Kousa Dogwood and an Eastern Nine Bark in the Arboretum. The Arboretum contributes to Colts Neck’s designation as a Tree City. This spring, the New Jersey State Forestry Commission made available 1200 seedlings of various types which were distributed by Shade Tree Commission members to the citizens of Colts Neck, along with instructions for proper tree planting and nourishing techniques. The idea for an Arboretum grew originally from an Eagle Scout project by Alec Bernstein in 2005. Trees were identified by the

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township’s landscape architect, Julie McGowan, and converted to a schematic map, which was then posted on the walking trail that surrounds the town hall complex. Additional trees were added between town hall and the police headquarters as part of the 9/11 Memorial, and for Arbor Days. Unfortunately, lack of maintenance and oversight resulted in accumulating damage to the trees. Over the years, trees grew and trees died - as trees do. Invasive species such as grape vine, poison ivy, Virginia creeper, honeysuckle, chokeberry, bittersweet, and climbing multiflora rose also grew. Many of the trees were seriously damaged or smothered as a result. When lost through disease, damage or neglect, a full-grown tree can take decades to replace. To combat this situation, the Shade Tree Commission has undertaken a restoration of the Arboretum. Restoration of the Arboretum has been successful due to the collaboration among the Township Committeemen, the Township Administrator, the Department of Public Works, and the Shade Tree Commission. The Township Committee has given maintenance of the arboretum to the Shade Tree Commission with the willing help of the Department of Public Works. Many volunteer hours have resulted in the removal of masses of invasive vines. The Department of Public Works has removed more than half a dozen dead or dying trees and pruned out dead limbs resulting from storm damage and age. The original schematic map was updated in 2015 with the help of Richard Obal, former Monmouth County Agricultural Agent and member of the Monmouth County Shade Tree Commission. The Shade Tree Commission has developed a long-range plan for maintaining the health and development of the Arboretum. We have a much healthier and vibrant group of trees and a vastly improved experience for anyone walking among the trees in the Town Hall area. Of course, maintenance of the trees requires ongoing watering, pruning, removal of invasive vines, and wrapping of tree trunks to help prevent deer damage. At present, this work is carried out by volunteers in collaboration with the township Department of Public Works. More volunteers would certainly allow us to further enhance the health and appearance of the trees. Work sessions are usually published on the township website or in the minutes of the Shade Tree Commission meetings. From May through September, these sessions are usually scheduled early in the day (i.e. 7:00 to 10:00 a.m.) in order to be finished before the heat of the day. Volunteers are always welcome! For volunteer information, please contact Gordon Boak of the Colts Neck Shade Tree Commission.

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The Holmdel Foundation for Educational Excellence, founded in 1996, is an organization dedicated to providing private funding for the Holmdel Public School System. The Foundation’s goal is to enhance the educational experience of each and every public school student by sponsoring innovative programs in the areas of academics, athletics, and the arts, and providing funds for the purchase of equipment and other materials used in these programs. The Foundation also enables faculty members to undertake a number of unique classroom projects at all grade levels by awarding numerous classroom grants.

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CNBA January Update

FOUR TIMES PER YEAR, the CNBA coordinates local networking events hosted by one of the many businesses within Colts Neck. The winter event will be held on January 25, 2016 at CMDS Marketing Agency located at 265 Route 34N in Colts Neck. We look forward to a great turnout and some great energy.

In addition, the CNBA has announced the date for its annual Luncheon which will be held on Tuesday March 15, 2016, once again at the prestigious Trump National Golf Club. This is one of the region’s most popular and well-attended events of the year, and sells out quickly.

sponding Secretary and Dino Nicoletta, Treasurer. As is our holiday custom, The CNBA sponsors the town-wide window painting contest which involves local merchants and is coordinated with the Colts Neck High School art students. The winners will be announced at a breakfast on January 9, 2016 and presented with an award.

The CNBA continues to advance the plans for “The Crossroads at Colts Neck”, the economic development, marketing and branding plan for the town. They have been organizing and meeting with county and township officials in formation of the structure and appointment of key leaders to drive the vision. Last month’s general meeting was held on Committees have been formed and are focusing on a December 9, 2015. It served as the holiday event, as strategy to improve and protect the town’s footprint, well as the induction of new officers. Anna Appolo- brand and visibility while balancing the upscale nia, after serving two impactful years as President, rural demographic that makes the area special. Over passed the gavel to Sue Fitzpatrick to continue the the course of the next few months the CNBA will organization’s purposeful work. Rounding out the continue to be working on a blueprint to articulate board are Vice Presidents Gregory Calderaro and the vision of The Crossroads at Colts Neck, forward Patricia Volherbst, Alison Antenucci as Recording these goals and focus on raising the stature and Secretary and newly elected, Chris Mulvaney, Corre- attractiveness of the treasure that is our lovely town.

LEFT (TOP) Monmouth County Clerk Christine Hanlon, Anna Appolonia, Gregory Calderaro, James Schatzle, Freeholder Lillian Burry and Dino Nicoletta RIGHT (TOP) Colts Neck High School students at Becker Hardware for CNBA’s Holiday Window Painting in December.

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Holmdel 8th Grader Earns Silver Award KATE DONNELLY, AN 8TH GRADER at William R. Satz School in Holmdel and a Girl Scout Cadette, accomplished her Silver Award by making and delivering a bookshelf to Highlands Elementary School. A Silver Award is the highest award a Cadette is capable of earning. A girl must complete 50 hours of service towards the project. The Girl Scout Silver Award gives her the chance to do big things and make her community better in the process. Working on the Silver Award took an abundance of time and effort.

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from Lowes of Eatontown and received plenty of book donations from her own school. Since she received all of these items, it made things easier for her. Once she finished making her bookshelf, she chose the books she thought were appropriate and installed them in the shelf. She later dropped it off to the school and read a few books to the children. The children loved it and appreciated the books. In addition, she is donating all of her extra books to the Highlands School for children to have more books in hopes to inspire them to read. Kate also set up a reading program for the children. If a child reads three books, then he/she will earn a prize, which inspires children to read.

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Oak Hill Academy Students Shine in November

FROM ACADEMICS, TO ATHLETICS, AND THE FINE ARTS

ON NOVEMBER 20 AND 21, 2015, a group of sixth, seventh, and eighth graders participating in Christian Brothers Academy’s Model United Nations competition ended with Oak Hill Academy being named Best Delegate. There were also many individual awards bestowed: SYDNEY YAN

Honorable Mention for Joint Korean Crisis THOMAS WANG

Best Delegate for Historic Security Council EKTA KURUGANTI

Honorable Mention UN Development JULIA SHAFFER

Outstanding Delegate UN Development MARIA GIANNAKOPOULOS

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Best Delegate World Health Organization CHARLOT TE WALSH

The team of students worked diligently to research their countries and positions in order to be prepared for the event. They were moderated by OHA teachers, Mrs. Lynn Matson and Mrs. Linda Vacca. ANOTHER GROUP OF OAK HILL stu-

dents participated in Rumson Country Day School’s Forensics Competition on November 21, 2015. Once again, Oak Hill was the top team. Leah Wilson took home 1st place in the 7th/8thgrade Humorous Monologue Division, Tess Loures was 1st place in the 6th grade Humorous Monologue Division, Alex Mitchell and Maria Giannakopolous were 3rd place in the 6th grade Dramatic Pairs Division. OHA had a complete sweep in the 7th/8th grade Dra-

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the Red Bank Elks was held at Red Bank Middle School on November, 21, 2015. This foul shooting contest ended with five Oak Hill students getting first place. Congratulations to these students who will compete at the district level on January 9, 2016 in Old Bridge: ELLA SKELTON (8-9), JACK MANDARINO (8-9), SAMANTHA ABDELBARRY (10-11), NICOLAS MAYICA (10-11) AND JOAN HAGER (12-13).

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Congratulations to the team of Robert Schweikert, Cadence Li, Samantha Kanevsky and Alexey Stout for coming in 1st place! In addition, Robert Schweikert received a trophy for being the top 5th grader. In fact, Robert had the highest score in the competition. Similarly, Oak Hill Academy took home the 1st place team trophy at the Mathleague competition at Ranney School in October.

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7th grade boys enjoying the feast ON NOVEMBER 12, 2015, Saint Leo the Great School (SLG) celebrated its seventh

consecutive feast day. The entire school community - students, teachers, administrators, and parents - joined together for a joyous celebration honoring the Feast Day of Saint Leo the Great, the patron saint of the school and parish. The celebration began with a mass celebrated by Father John Folchetti, pastor, honoring one of the first and most beloved Popes. The students were asked to bring in an offering for mass of a non-perishable food item for the parish’s food pantry, which serves the greater community. After mass, the students were invited to partake in a true feast, lovingly prepared by Mrs. Debbie Newberry, the kitchen staff and parent volunteers. Students, faculty, and staff were treated to homemade roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, corn, rolls, and fresh cookies and apple-blossoms for dessert. The PTA’s hospitality transformed the cafeteria into a colorful and festive environment, where the SLG school community gathered for their elaborate feast. Mrs. Barbara Ahmed, PTA class mother coordinator, estimated that 50 class mothers and other parent volunteers graciously prepared, served, and cleaned-up for the event, and worked hard to make the day meaningful for the students and faculty alike.

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Mary Goss visits with the women in the village of Mulajje on a recent visit to Uganda. She came into the village and all the women put on their best clothing to meet with her. Goss said that the work done by Catholic Relief Services is based on forming relationships with local people. THE DEFINITION OF YAMBA is “to help” and

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As always, Troop 290 had a fun and eventful fall. In addition to attending the weekly troop meetings, the scouts sold Christmas wreaths and popcorn to raise money for their troop. The scouts participated in the “Ghoulish Camporee”, a monster theme camping trip, at the Quail Hill Scout Reservation in NJ. During this camping trip, the scouts learned first aid and camping skills which could save their lives in case of a zombie outbreak or similar monster attack. Overall, the trip was a fun and enriching experience that helped the younger scouts rank up and learn new skills. Troop 290 held a Court of Honor ceremony in October, to award rank advancements and different merit badges that the scouts had earned during the summer. At this event two scouts received rank advancements and several scouts were awarded merit badges. There were over 50 merit badges earned by the scouts this summer. The ceremony ended with a pizza party celebration for all! The Troop is always planning something interesting to enhance the scout’s leadership and other life skills. In November, some younger scouts camped at the Quail Hill Scout Reservation for Patrol Leader Skills (PLS) training and some senior scouts went to Ocanikon Scout Reservation, PA for National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). These trainings are important for every scout because they teach leadership skills that the scouts need for different positions in their troop. The trained youth leaders take positions in their troop and use their skills in managing troop activities and functions, which enables them to influence things like what service projects and activities the troop will do. The skills learned at these trainings also help the scouts in their everyday lives, which is one of the many great things about scouting. In December the scouts volunteered for Tree Lighting Ceremony in Colts Neck, gave hot chocolate to the participants and enjoyed quality time with Santa. Boy Scouts is for boys 11-17 years old and they can join at any time. Please send an email to Join@Troop290.com and the troop will respond back. If you’re looking for information on cub scouts for boys in first through fifth grades, check out their website at www.Pack90NJ.com, or send an email to Join@pack90nj.com.

On January 13, 2016 from 7:30 to 8:57 p.m., “Father Unknown” will be screened at Cinemark Hazlet 12, this exclusive screening is organized by local attorney and adoptee rights activist Cathi Swett to raise awareness of the multi-generational effects of child abandonment. The filmmaker takes his father to Switzerland to uncover the truth of the father’s origins and heal four generations affected by the father’s experience of being abandoned as a child. This screening is organized in anticipation of a new law signed by Governor Chris Christie. Effective January 2017, the state will no longer impose anonymity on people separated by adoption. Adopted adults will have access to their birth records, and parents of adopted away offspring will have the opportunity to express their wishes regarding contact and share medical information.

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OAK HILL ACADEMY REACHES OUT ANOTHER HOLIDAY SEASON marked another opportunity for the students at Oak Hill Academy to help those who are less fortunate. It is extremely important and beneficial for students to be given opportunities where they help individuals who come from difficult walks of life. The Oak Hill Pre-Kindergarten class along with their Pre-K director, Mrs. Patty Weikes, and teachers, Mrs. Annmarie Wood and Miss Emilyann Bonnano, spearheaded a “Bucket Brigade” for the Ronald McDonald House in Long Branch. The children along with the help of parents, teachers and friends, collected gifts, wrapped, and made cards for children to fill their “buckets”. They then took a trip on December 11, 2015 to visit the Ronald McDonald House where they delivered 35 Buckets of Toys to the young children and their families that are residing there and are unable to be

home for the holidays. On a similar note, the OHA Student Council recently held a holiday food and gift drive in which students donated thoughtful items to brighten the lives of others. Each grade or grades were given a specific charity to focus on for the holiday drive. Pre-K, kindergarten and first grade donated to Toys for Tots while the second and third grade classes gave to Harbor House. The fourth graders were allocated to help 180 Turning Lives Around, and the Oak Hill Academy’s fifth and sixth graders helped out the ASPCA. OHA seventh grades donated to Deployed

Troops; while the eighth graders all focused on Holiday Express. These donated items ranged from toys, books, and blankets to coats and cooking sets. In addition to these groups, the annual Mitten Tree was up in the Upper school hallway growing new sets of mittens, gloves and hats for the less fortunate as well. These experiences have allowed the students at Oak Hill Academy to grow into thoughtful individuals who are not only aware of the difficulties families go through, but how to help them find holiday cheer. Thank you to the Oak Hill Pre-K, Mrs. Linda Vacca and Miss Cynara Arscott, Student Council Moderators, and their executive board, as well as all of the students and their families at Oak Hill Academy who helped to make this act of community service a success.

ANNUAL JAZZ SERVICE TO BENEFIT FAMILY PROMISE OF MONMOUTH COUNTY Join Lincroft Presbyterian Church for its third annual Jazz Service, “Unity in Diversity,” on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. A free will offering supports Family Promise of Monmouth County, which assists homeless families in Monmouth County. Light refreshments and nursery care will be provided. “This year’s jazz service continues the spirit of our interfaith Thanksgiving event that gave thanks with voices of different traditions,” says Reverend Diane Ford. “‘Unity in Diversity’ is our response to the ugliness that we see in the media these days. With this service we celebrate our differences as well as what we have in common. Our aim is to build bridges and relationships among people who don’t necessarily share the same faith traditions.” Musicians slated to accompany Lincroft Presbyterian Church Music Director and professional trumpeter John Morrison include: • PIANIST TIMOTHY BROEGE, a nationally renowned composer and music director at Belmar Presbyterian Church; • GUITARIST DOUG CLARKE, an in-demand jazz sideman, and a prodigy of Tal Farlow; • DRUMMER JOHN GRONERT who has performed with The Drifters and Darius Brubeck, and was a student of Joe Morello and Sonny Igoe; • STRING BASS AND GUITARIST ROBERT MARRINER who has played with the Platters, Little Anthony, the Duprees and the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. Lincroft Presbyterian Church, a family-style congregation, offers a hands-on Children’s Sunday School program, Youth Group, weekly Adult Discussion, Women’s Bible Study & Weekend Retreat, a Men’s Group, an active choir and more. The church is located at the corner of Everett Corner and West Front Street in Lincroft. For more information, call 732.741.8921 or visit www.lincroftpc.org.

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COLTS NECK COMMUNITY CHURCH kicked off its 11th year as a relay center for Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christmas Child is a global venture that seeks to bless children around the world with school supplies, toiletries, toys and gifts. Every year, Colts Neck Community Church opens its doors to collect shoeboxes filled with gifts for children who are hurting due to natural disaster, poverty or war. Thanks to the generosity of the local community, a record 2,187 boxes were

collected this year! Volunteers then packed the shoeboxes into cartons that were trucked to Mt. Laurel and loaded onto tractor-trailers bound for international shipment. Joy Farrar, coordinator for the relay center said, “This was a record breaking year locally, regionally and nationally! People are becoming more aware of Operation Christmas Child and the impact a simple shoebox gift can make in the life of a young child. Each shoebox lets a child know they are special and cared for.

Each shoebox blesses a child with gifts and they get to hear the good news that God loves them.” Pastor Chris Durkin says, “Filling a shoebox is so simple, yet so powerful. We hear stories all the time about the joy it creates here in Colts Neck and around the world.” If you are interested in supporting this great cause next year, let Colts Neck Community Church know. This operation will continue whenever Christmas comes and whenever a child is in need.

SAINT LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL PARTICIPATES IN CBA’S 3RD ANNUAL MODEL UNITED NATIONS CONFERENCE On November 20, 2015, 29 students from Saint Leo the Great participated in the Third Annual Christian Brothers Academy Middle School Model United Nations Conference. CBA’s Competitive Model UN team created, staffed, and judged the conference. Over 150 middle school students from eight New Jersey schools competed. A Model United Nations Conference is an event where students are challenged to gain a better understanding of foreign policies and work together to solve major world crises. During the event, students served on existing United Nations committees to discuss global issues and propose solutions while each representing one country. Saint Leo the Great students received many awards at the CBA event. Namely, for Best Position Paper for the entire

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