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A New Image for Radiology: What is Interventional Radiology?

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f you or a loved one become sick, understanding the world of health care and all of the procedures available for diagnosis, treatment, and recovery can sometimes feel confusing. How do you know what is best for you? How do you choose?

Take comfort in knowing that patients have more options than ever when it comes to their medical care. One such area is Interventional Radiology, a specialty that offers minimally invasive options for the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of diseases and medical conditions.

Using imaging tools like CT, MRI, ultrasound, and X-ray to guide them, interventional radiologists are able to successfully diagnose and treat many conditions that may have previously required more invasive surgery.

David Wirtshafter, M.D., an interventional radiologist at Riverview Medical Center and Bayshore Community Hospital, and chairman of radiology at Bayshore, discusses a little bit about the benefits of interventional radiology procedures as well as common treatment options available to the community.

“Thanks to advances in technology, many diagnostic and therapeutic procedures can now be done using minimally invasive image-guided techniques avoiding large incisions, scarring and long recovery times as a result of traditional surgery” says Dr. Wirtshafter. “Having general anesthesia is a big fear for many patients undergoing any procedure. In our procedures, general anesthesia is rarely used and many can be

performed safely and painlessly using local anesthesia only.”

Many Interventional procedures are performed as outpatients with short recovery periods and little downtime.”

At Riverview and Bayshore, the team of board certified fellowship trained interventional radiologists are skilled in techniques to address a wide spectrum of disease entities.

Cancer diagnosis and therapy, vascular disease, gastrointestinal diseases and women’s health such as uterine fibroid embolization are just a few of the areas where intervenional radiologists can have a major impact on one’s health.

“When a patient comes to Riverview or Bayshore for their interventional procedure they can take comfort in knowing they will be cared for by highly skilled doctors and a dedicated team of nurses and technologists focused on treating each patient’s unique situation. Our goal is to deliver the highest level of expert care quickly, effectively and most importantly, safely,” says Dr. Wirtshafter.

Riverview Medical Center and Bayshore Hospital have just opened new state-of-the-art vascular and interventional suites providing the newest technologies and the highest level of patient safety and comfort.

To learn more about the interventional radiology suite and capabilities available at Riverview and Bayshore, please visit RiverviewMedicalCenter.com or BayshoreHospital.org, or call 800.560.9990.

Let Your COLOR RUN at the Colts Neck PTO 5K Things may get a little messy in Colts Neck this spring. The Colts Neck PTO will be hosting its first-ever 5k and Fun Run on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at the Bucks Mill Recreation Area, and the event will be a color-a-thon. Run participants get showered in color as they run or walk through the course. The run is like a giant paint party, where you are the blank canvas.

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their friends, family, and everyone else around them while a DJ spins some tunes.

This untimed run is designed as a family fun event for runners and walkers of all ages and levels. Proceeds from the event will benefit PTO-funded programs for the children of the Colts Neck school district. A children’s fun run is also being planned. Come out and show your true colors and support the children of the Colts Neck Schools. For more information, visit www. coltsneckpto.org.

Arlene has always been young at heart.

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n February 13, 2015, Lincroft Brownie Troops 101 and 601 participated in a Maker Lab: Brush Bot class with STEAMworx Academy. The course was provided as part of a greater mission to expose the Brownies to concepts and activities within the worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM). In addition to learning about electrical currents, closed and open circuits, wire conductors and electrons, the girls were each able to build their own Brush Bot robot. The event provided a great lead into International Engineering Week (February 22-28) and Engineering Girl Day (February 26).

“We were very excited to come out and work with the Lincroft Brownies,” said Travis Johnson, co-founder and lead instructor at STEAMworx Academy. “We believe that learning does not end when students leave the classroom. Our curriculum has been developed to empower students through exploration and creation.”

In order to build their Brush Bot, the Lincroft Brownies had to first learn basic concepts about how electricity works. They were then asked to take those concepts and implement them into activating their Brush Bots.

The girls were encouraged to work together, share information and to keep tinkering.

“Today’s class was great,” said Kelly Becker, Lincroft Brownie Troop 601 Leader. “The girls stayed engaged the entire time. It was great to watch them working together to figure out the best way to design their Brush Bots. There were so many unique designs and our Brownies could not wait to show their parents what they had built on their own.”

Girls that attended the Brush Bot meeting consisted of 2nd and 3rd graders from Lincroft School: Lillian Becker, Stephanie and Natalie Percello, Megan Molloy, Reilly Feder, Julia Costello, Julianna and Danielle Hooks, Kylie Ryser, Jennifer Schuster, Sabrina Kirk, Sophia Quintano, Piper Wyman, Kelly Todhunter, Olivia Varrichio, Nicole Brasco, Siara Celent, Jordin Veglak and McKenna Cambria.

Dearborn Market’s Spring Tea Party & Egg Hunt Celebrate spring with the Mad Hatter at a magical tea party in Dearborn Market's garden center – enjoy mini cupcakes & scones, tea, cookie decorating, face painting, and more on Saturday, March 28, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Visit the Spring Petting Zoo with

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2015 WALK MS LINCROFT SLATED FOR APRIL 18TH The National MS Society will be holding 2015 Walk MS Lincroft on April 18, 2015 at Thompson Park in Lincroft. The walk is approximately 5k in length (3.1 miles), the site opens at 9:00 a.m., and the walk starts at 10:00 a.m. – rain or shine. The start/finish area will offer refreshments and water and there will be a “Cheer Zone” approximately half way with water. All other vendors and activities are based on donations and sponsors. Upon your return to the finish line, you will receive a Walk MS medal! Onsite parking is available and this event is dog friendly!

Multiple sclerosis, an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system, interrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body. Symptoms range from numbness and tingling to blindness and paralysis. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot yet be predicted, but advances in research and treatment are moving us closer to a world free of MS. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, with at least two to three times more women than men being diagnosed with the disease. MS affects more than 2.3 million people worldwide.

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To move us closer to creating a world free of MS, last year alone, the Society invested nearly $50 million to support more than 380 new and ongoing research projects around the world while providing program services to over one million people. Join the movement at www.nationalmssociety.org The first Walk MS took place in 1988 where people who wanted to join the movement walked from downtown Minneapolis to the state capitol in St. Paul. They raised $216,000 toward research and service programs for people with MS. And they began something that grew exponentially through the new millennium and beyond. Today, Walk MS events raise $50 million a year to help people with MS move forward with their lives and end MS forever, with more than 330,000 people participating in events held in every single state.

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LVGA’S 11TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY YARD SALE The Lincroft Village Green Association (LVGA) will hold its 11th annual Lincroft Community Yard Sale on Saturday, April 25, 2015.

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olmdel High School Senior Mia Ehling has reached a monumental moment in her basketball career. On January 29, on her home court at Holmdel High, Mia scored her 1,000th point.

The seventeen-year-old guard for the Holmdel Hornets said the home conference game was being played against St. John Vianney High School.

“I began playing basketball on an actual team in third grade. It was the first sport I ever played and I automatically loved it. I just moved to Holmdel last year, so I’ve only been on the Holmdel High School team for two years. My first two years I played for

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Reaching that 1,000 mark was a dream come true for Mia. “It was an awesome feeling! Ever since I was a little girl I have dreamed of scoring 1,000 points. And I honestly never thought it would happen.” Her stamina and love of basketball paid off. “Right after I scored the basket, the buzzer went off and they made an announcement,” Mia explained.

“Then they brought me to half court to take a picture with my coaches; and they presented me with balloons and flowers.” Mia said that everyone in the stands reacted to her achievement.

“Everyone was so excited. They were cheering and clapping for me. It was just a really happy moment.”

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Mia has signed with Saint Francis College in Brooklyn Heights, New York. She shared her thoughts about her basketball career and about her future.

“I’m really lucky to have found a sport I love so early on in my life. One that I am still playing and more importantly, still having fun while doing it. I’m also really lucky to have the opportunity to play next year at such a high level.”

Her final comment shows that she is focused, determined, and a very wise young woman.

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It just goes to show that anything is possible if you put in the time and effort.

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NBA’s 7th annual Business Luncheon, the area’s largest and most anticipated community event of the year, will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck. Tickets are $45 per person.

Every year the event is full of energy and conversation as local businesses interact with each other, dignitaries and local residents.

Please visit www.coltsneckbusiness.org for more information.

The CNBA oversees and supports the Economic Development Committee which is chartered in 2015 to improve the Colts Neck Business District and its experience for businesses, residents and visitors. A committee comprised of local leaders, developers, planners, and professionals in the field of commercial district revitalization will focus on a strategy to improve the businesses in town and balance the rural demographic that makes our area special.

“Police Unity Tour”, which takes place each year to raise funds for the Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington D.C. Colts Neck Police Sergeant Christian DeVito will lead our local contingency and make the bike ride from New Jersey to Washington. On March 7, there will be an event and fundraiser at Bar Anticipation in Lake Como to raise funds for this very worthy cause. Tickets will be available at the door.

The Colts Neck Business Association welcomes the public to its General Meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the Colts Neck Public Library (located at 1 Winthrop Road behind Town Hall in Colts Neck).

The CNBA is led by: President Anna Appolonia of Heritage House Sotheby’s Realtors; Vice Presidents Gregory Calderaro of LPL Financial and Sue Fitzpatrick of Fitzpatrick Printing Solutions; Secretaries Patty Vollherbst of Colts Neck Computing and Alison Antenucci of Burns Brothers Custom Carpentry; and Treasurer Mary Barbagallo of Colts Neck Commons. The group is advised by Glen J. Dalakian, Art Becker and Bob Gassaway.

CNBA Membership dues for 2015 is$50.00. Information and membership can be found online at www.ColtsNeckBusiness. org. Like us on Facebook.

On February 3, Ashford and Grace hosted the CNBA’s quarterly networking event catered by Larry Fisher of Eagle Specialty Coffee. As always, the event was very well attended and enjoyed by many who were able to peruse the eclectic fine jewelry shop as well as network with friends, members and guests.

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Left to right: Frances Foundation member Chris Heugle, Dearborn Market Vice President DJ Luccarelli, Dana and Chris Lee, and Dearborn Market President Frank Luccarelli share a moment at the Wine and Cheese Benefit .

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earborn Market held the Sixth Annual “Evening to Benefit the Frances Foundation” on February 7. During the three-hour event, close to 200 guests enjoyed a variety of wines, gourmet cheeses, light hors d’oeuvres, as well as the sound of live acoustic guitar music. The event, which is very dear to the Luccarelli family, owners of Dearborn Market, was held in the greenhouse, which also highlighted the Deep Cut Orchid Society’s Annual Orchid Show.

The Frances Foundation is a Holmdel-based group consisting of devoted members who are committed to bringing smiles to seriously ill kids fighting cancer.

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Members of the Holmdel Kiwanis Club and their family attended the Benefit to show their support for the Foundation.

lies desperately needing help due to their children’s fight against cancer. The Frances Foundation’s inspirational namesake, Frances Jean Nolan Heugle, who had a very special love for all children, lost her battle with cancer in March 2000.

Dearborn Market has worked with the Frances Foundation since it was first established by the Heugle Family of Holmdel. At the February 7 event, Chris Heugle, son of President and Executive Director of the Frances Foundation Robert “Bob” Heugle, Jr. spoke of the many children and families that have benefited through the Foundation. “Our newest warrior is Jeff, a senior at Point Pleasant Beach High School, who was recently diagnosed with bone cancer.” Jeff, an aspiring basketball athlete with collegiate aspirations, will attend the Final Four along with his family and one of his friends.

This is just a small example of what the Frances Foundation does to bring smiles to kids with cancer. Chris introduced Dana and Chris Lee, whose eleven-yearold daughter Tori was diagnosed with leukemia in 2008. She has been in remission for two years and her father shared that the generosity and support of the Frances Foundation as well as those in attendance at the Benefit was greatly appreciated.

All proceeds from the orchid raffles will go directly to The Frances Foundation, so it may continue to bring happiness to kids and their families fighting cancer. Of the $40 ticket cost for this benefit, $25 will go directly to the Frances Foundation. Any further information can be found at www.francesfoundation. net or by emailing Bob Heugle at rheugle@byrnesohern.com.

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Oak Hill Academy MATHCOUNTS Team Sets Record and Moves to States!

Mrs. Rita Cotterell, an upper school math teacher at Oak Hill Academy, took a group of six seventh and eighth grade students to Union County College for the MATHCOUNTS competition for Middlesex, Union and Monmouth Counties on February 7, 2015.

The team from Oak Hill Academy competed against public, private and parochial schools from those three counties in a multi-round competition.

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Holmdel’s Annual “Eggstravaganza” Holmdel Township will once again hold its annual “Eggstravagnaza” on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at Cross Farm Park (located at Route 520 & Longbridge Road) at 11:00 a.m., with a rain date planned for March 29. This FREE event are for Holmdel children only in Pre-Kindergarten through 3rd grade.

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Holmdel High School Congratulates Student-Athletes Signing National Letters of Intent

Holmdel High School senior, Mia Ehling, has signed her National Letter of Intent to attend St. Francis (NY) and continue her Basketball career.

Joining her in the picture are Athletic Director Randy Westrol, her parents and Head Basketball coach Don Hampton.

Mia has been a three-year starter at the varsity level and has helped Holmdel win the Bayshore Holiday Tournament the last two years where she has won the MVP honors both years.

Mia helped the Hornets reach the Group II Sectional Finals last year. She has been a strong scorer during her career and scored her 1,000th point against St. John Vianney on January 29, 2015. Mia has helped Holmdel’s younger players become better all-around athletes.

Holmdel High School senior, Marin Warner, has signed her National Letter of Intent to attend the University of Pennsylvania and continue her running career. Joining her in the picture in the front row, left to right are Head Coach Nick Pellegrino, her mom - Mrs. Warner, Marin and her dad - Mr. Warner.

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Holmdel High School senior, Helen Burleigh, has committed to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point to continue her soccer career. Joining Helen in the picture are her parents Mr. & Mrs. Burleigh and in the back row, left to right are Assistant Coach Heather Bailey and Head Coach Jennifer Conroy.

right are Assistant Coach Craig Segal, Athletic Director Randy Westrol and Assistant Coach Kelsey Maher.

Marin’s outstanding career in cross country and track has included many accomplishments – she won both the Monmouth County Girls Cross Country Championship and the Shore Conference Girls

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Helen, who started in 82 varsity soccer games, was the goalkeeper for four years at Holmdel. Her career record is 60-18-4. She holds many school records including 14 single-season shutouts, 27 career shutouts, and 603 career saves. In state tournament play during her senior year, she gave up only 2 goals in six games chalking up shutouts in

Cross Country Championship in fall of 2013 & 2014. On the state level, she won the Central Jersey Group 2 girls cross country champion also in 2013 & 2014 and the New Jersey State overall Group 2 champion in 2014. She was selected 1st team All-State and Shore Conference Runner of the Year. She also has contributed at the same high level in Winter Track and Spring Track. She holds three Holmdel High School cross country records: Holmdel Park (18:30), Thompson Park (18:19), and Ocean County Park (17:28).

During her Winter Track seasons she has placed 1st in the 1600 during the Monmouth County Meet and broke the meet record. She was the Central Jersey Group

both the semi-final and final games. She was named to the New Jersey All-Group 2 First Team by nj.com and the Class A-Central All-Division Team by the Asbury Park Press.

Holmdel High School girls’ varsity soccer coach, Jennifer Conroy says, “Helen has trained most of her life to be a goalkeeper, a position most players don’t want to even attempt. Helen and the Holmdel girls’ soccer program have improved every year. I have no doubt, Helen will help the West Point’s soccer program succeed in the next four years much like she has done for Holmdel. It was an honor to coach such a hard-working, focused young lady.”

II Champion in the 800 & 1600 and has school records in both of those events.

During her Spring Track seasons she was once again the Group II Sectional State Champion in the 800 & 1600 (3 years in a row) and also won the Group II Sectional State Champion in the 3200.

Marin also has the school record in the 3200. She still has the winter and spring seasons of her senior year to add to her wonderful accomplishments so far.

She has been outstanding over her last four years as a runner and a student in the classroom. Marin continued to get better each year of her high school career due to her hard work and commitment to her sport.

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Holmdel High School senior, Morgan Graziano, has signed her National Letter of Intent to attend Manhattan College and will continue her basketball career for the Jaspers. Joining her in the picture (front row) are her parents. In the back row, left to right are Athletic Director Randy Westrol and Head Basketball Coach Don Hampton.

Morgan has been a four year varsity letter

winner and a three year starter. She has helped the Hornets get to the Shore Conference and State tournaments each of her four years. She has been a valuable person in the basketball program the last four years and was the team captain her senior year. Last season, Morgan led the Hornets to the Group II Sectional finals where they played TOC finalist Manasquan HS.

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Holmdel High School senior, Justin Ruiz has signed his National Letter of Intent to attend the Florida Institute of Technology. Joining Justin in the picture is his mom and back row, left to rght are Head Coach Sal Guastella and Athletic Director Randy Westrol.

Justin played lacrosse for four years at Holmdel with three of those years on the varsity team. During the 2014 season, he set a school record for single-season saves with 257.

His save percentage during the same year was .719

making him first in New Jersey and ninth in the nation. He was named to the All-Shore first lacrosse team during his junior year by the Asbury Park Press.

Holmdel High School varsity lacrosse coach, Salvatore Guastella, praised Ruiz stating, “Justin did not win the starting goaltending spot until his junior year. His work ethic, positive attitude, and drive to be great are second to none. We are looking forward to him having another great season and believe he will emerge as an outstanding leader.”

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Gamblers Gala is a Winner

Lincroft PTA Executive Board Members & the Gala Committee stop to take a photo prior to the event. Left to right: Heather McGrath, Gala Committee; Lauren DeRosa, PTA Board; Darcy Wilgus, PTA Board; Siobhan Smith, PTA Board President; Meg Connolly, PTA Board; Cristina Young, Gala Committee; Rosemarie Veglak, PTA Board Vice President of Fundraising; Tia Mock-Harris, Gala Committee; Rose Curley, Gala Committee; Karen Varrichio, Gala Committee; Michelle Denery, Gala Committee; and Marisa Casale, Gala Committee.

Lincroft School PTA held its annual and biggest fundraiser of the year - Gamblers’ Gala – “Play Your Luck” on February 20, 2015 at Eagles Oaks Golf and Country Club in Farmingdale.

The evening was filled with incredible prizes and gift baskets, which made this year’s fundraiser one of the best.

Vice President of Fundraising Rosemarie Veglak said, “The Lincroft Gambers’ Gala was an amazing night with dancing, casino, super 50/50, basket auctions and live auctions! I would like to thank all the members of the Gala committee who worked endlessly to prepare for the event to ensure its success. The Gala could not have been a success without their dedication. I would also like to thank the Lincroft PTA Executive Board and all of the parents, faculty, and staff in attendance. We couldn’t have done it without you and your many contributions.”

The proceeds from the Gala will go toward helping Lincroft School with providing educational enrichment programs, advances in new technology, and programs for students.

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Colts Neck High School PTSO Music Boosters’ Fundraiser a Huge Success!

On January 30, the Colts Neck High School PTSO Music Boosters, along with Jack Maniaci, Music Director, held a Beatles Tribute fundraiser featuring the band “Re-Live The Beatles.”

“Re-Live The Beatles” is a New Jersey based Beatles Tribute Show that is managed by John Ench, who also portrays John Lennon in the show.

Re-Live The Beatles will continue to bring its show to all types of venues throughout the Tri-State area.

Mike Cappelluti and Tom Sangiorgio, CNHS students, opened up for the tribute band, while high school band members volunteered by selling concessions, collecting donations and tickets at the door.

Proceeds of the fundraiser will be used towards the annual high school band competition trip, equipment purchases and instrument repairs. The Music Boosters plan to have similar fundraisers to help benefit the music department.

Holmdel’s 17th Annual Bayonet Farm Earth Day Festival Planned for May Ring the bell for the 17th Annual Holmdel Bayonet Farm Earth Day Festival to be held on Sunday, May 3, 2015 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. There will be live animal shows, children’s crafts, a folk festival and tours of the grounds and farmhouse, among other attractions.

The Earth Day Festival is a townwide event sponsored by Citizens for Informed Land Use (CILU) and the Holmdel Environmental Commission. It is an all-volunteer endeavor whose aim is to celebrate the earth and teach adults and children alike how to appreciate and take care of our planet.

As always, the festival begins with a hike through the Ramanessin Brook Nature Trail, led by former Holmdel Mayor Larry Fink. This is a moderate, hilly hike over some of the most beautiful parkland in the county and it ends at Bayonet Farm in time for the festival. Hikers will meet at

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the Holmdel Park lower parking lot, near the large shed adjacent to the pond at 10:00 a.m.

The event is held rain or shine as most of the events will be held in the historic gray and red barns in case of inclement weather. So bring sunscreen or rain gear, as the weather dictates. Also, bring your appetites for our homemade sandwiches and baked goods, the sale of which supports future festivals.

The Earth Day Committee is currently looking for adults and high school students who would like to help prior to or on the day of the festival. If you would like to volunteer some time in the bucolic setting of Bayonet Farm, contact Janet Berk at 732.673.7503. Students can get community service hours.

Bayonet Farm is located at 41 Middletown Road in Holmdel.

For more information, please call Karen Strickland at 732.203.0733. Please note that this is a non-commercial festival, vendors please do not apply.

Eric Hinds Sworn In as Holmdel Mayor On January 6, 2015, Eric Hinds was sworn in as Mayor of Holmdel Township. He grew up in Middletown and after getting married to his wife Karen, they decided to move to Holmdel in 2000 as it seemed to be the right place for them to raise their family. Eric and Karen have three children, Eric, Connor and Abigail, all of whom are in the Holmdel school system. In Eric’s free time, he is a volunteer coach for all of his children’s sports teams, both rec and travel, which he thoroughly enjoys. He is proud to be the President of Hope For Children Foundation which he cofounded 10 years ago with the simple idea of paying it forward to local communities and helping children in need. In these short years, his volunteer

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charity has raised over 2 million dollars.

Prior to being elected mayor, he served four years on the Township Committee, three of them as Deputy Mayor so he feels more than ready to lead you as Mayor. Eric Hinds is looking forward to an exciting year full of possibilities. In addition to the big project at Lucent, the Township Committee is going to continue to improve the Holmdel community.

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Mommy-makeovers refer to a host of different procedures that can help give you back your pre-maternity jeans bod.

Board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Said A. Samra, Dr. Asaad H. Samra, Dr. Munjal P. Patel and Dr. Salem Samra comprise Samra Plastic Surgery with offices in Holmdel and Old Bridge. Our plastic surgeons very commonly see women coming in requesting things to be nipped and tucked to turn back the hands of time and undo the havoc of pregnancy. Among the popular procedures for these women, are tummy-tuck (or abdominoplasty), breast lift (with or without implants) and liposuction.

“Few things can make as much impact on a person’s life as a tummy-tuck can,” says Dr. Asaad H. Samra. ”We are directly targeting the skin and fat of the abdomen that is resistant to diet and exercise. It’s simply an area that they can’t make better themselves.” A tummy-tuck refers to a surgery in which the lower abdominal skin and fat are removed, the “six-pack” muscles are tightened to bring in the waist, and the remaining skin “tucked” to give back those svelte curves. The procedure typically takes about two hours under general anesthesia, and the patient goes home the same day.

A breast lift repositions the nipple and areola higher on the breast mound.

It can be done with or without implants depending on whether or not more volume or fullness of the breast is desired.

A breast lift takes approximately an hour and a half under general anesthesia and is also an outpatient procedure. When done in conjunction with implants, the implant is usually placed under the pectoral muscle and can be filled with either saline or silicone.

Liposuction describes a surgery in which unwanted fat is literally sucked out from stab incisions. Liposuction can be done with or without an energy source to treat the fat before removing it. Laserassisted liposuction, as an example, uses laser to melt fat and encourage skintightening. Once the laser has been used, then the treated fat is suctioned out as in traditional liposuction. A compression garment (or girdle) is commonly used for at least two weeks to help control swelling and bruising, and helps speed up getting your final result.

These procedures can be done alone or in combination. “We commonly combine a breast lift with a tummy-tuck. That way there is only one recovery period,” says Dr. Samra. Prospective patients need to be evaluated during a consultation to make sure these surgeries are appropriate for them. Also, occasionally candidates are asked to see their primary care doctor to make sure it is safe for them to have the

surgery medically cleared.

For those not ready to take the plunge into the operating room, there are nonsurgical options available for facial and body concerns. Botox is still one of the most commonly performed procedures to date and is used to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles typically around the eyes and upper face. Additionally, Ultherapy is an FDAapproved treatment to lift in the face and neck using ultrasound energy. Hate that muffin-top and extra-love handles? Well, now we can actually painlessly melt that fat. Vanquish is a new radiofrequency device that selectively heats up fat cells causing permanent reduction. “Patients typically need at least four treatments done once a week,” says Dr. Samra, “The feedback and results that we are receiving from our patients is nothing short of great. Now, Vanquish isn’t for everybody so make sure you have a consultation with your surgeon.”

Samra Plastic Surgery offers tha latest techniques in surgical and non-surgical rejuvenation. We have two convenient locations and offer evening appointments.

We have been part of the community for over 30 years. Our surgeons perform their injectable and laser therapies in Jeunesse Medical Spa. The aestheticians at Jeunesse specialize in skin care, massage and also perform eyelash extensions. Call us today and schedule an appointment. When you’re ready, we’re ready.

SPECIAL TRUNK SHOW Hosted By J. Vincent Jewelers J. Vincent Jewelers is hosting a special Heather Moore Jewelry trunk show on March 26, 2015 from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. You can work one-on-one with Caitlin, J. Vincent Jewelers’ Heather Moore specialist to create the perfect piece. Not only will there be plenty of designs to inspire your creativity, but there will also be a stunning selection of ready-to-go charms, chains, bracelets and more!

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The honorees were Anita DelPesce and Bob Montesano of Colts Neck. Anita DelPesce says, “The children are the true heroes and Bob and I are grateful to be in their company. As part of The Ashley Lauren Foundation, Bob and I have been blessed with opportunities to share our resources and our time to ease the stress that these families face. The Foundation’s work is far from over as more children are diagnosed every day, but what we’ve accomplished together has made a difference in hundreds of people’s lives. Let’s all roll up our sleeves and continue this journey with more dedication than ever.”

Monica Vermeulen, CEO and Founder of the Foundation, says, "We are so grateful to Anita and Bob for their commitment, dedication and assistance in making a difference in the lives of these children."

Victoria Ali, Trustee of the Foundation and Chairperson of the event adds, "I am ecstatic with the success of the evening and the generosity of our guests. The night exuded our mission of Hope and Help. Additionally, I am most thankful and proud of the stellar committee that helped produce this amazing event. We are grateful to our Honorees, Evening Sponsors, Silent & Live Auction Donors, Volunteers and The Ocean Place Resort & Spa." The Ashley Lauren Foundation provides financial assistance, material needs, emotional support, as well as programs such as Making Dreams Come True, Summerfest, Harvest Party, Boardwalk Spring Party, Birthday Brigade, Holiday Party, Hospital Parties and Special Outings for New Jersey children suffering from cancer in order to make a difference in their lives.

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Afternoon at the Movies Magic In The Moonlight (2014)(PG-13) 97 minutes Wednesday, March 18th at 2:00 p.m.

Set in the 1920s, Stanley, an Englishman posing as an Asian magician, attempts to debunk fake spiritualists. He then travels to the south of France to unmask a supposed medium named Sophie as a good-looking fake, but he ends up falling for her real-world charms instead.

College Planning Workshop Thursday, March 12th @ 7:00pm This Workshop will focus on current high school students and their families.

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MARCH SPECIAL CHILDREN’S EVENTS Saint Patrick’s Day Wednesday, March 11th at 4:00 p.m. – All Ages Make a craft and hear a silly story about the holiday Read to Misty Wednesday, March 18th at 4:00 p.m. - Grades K and up Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog.

LEGO® Club Wednesday, March 25th at 4:00 p.m. - Grades K and up Hear a LEGO ® story and make your own LEGO ® creation. Save a memory of your design by taking a photo on Mom’s smartphone.

Colts Neck Library is located at 1 Winthrop Drive in Colts Neck and can be reached at 732.431.5656. All programs are free and open to the public. Be sure to “like” us on Facebook @ https:// www.facebook.com/ColtsNeckFriendsOfTheLibrary

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Caring With Karaoke 2015 to Benefit Daniela’s Wish

Greater Monmouth Chamber of Commerce Young Professional Group will present Caring with Karaoke on March 25, 2015 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. at The Stone Pony (located at 913 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park). The event will include a karaoke contest, silent auction, live music, DJ and various prizes. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door, which includes

a drink ticket, drink specials and a light food buffet.

Caring with Karaoke (CWK) is a Karaoke Contest Fundraising event entering its 8th year, which raises money through event sponsorships, tricky tray donations and event contests. With the support of the Greater Monmouth Chamber of Commerce and the local community, CWK has been able to help many families in need throughout Monmouth County with its yearly partnership with a local non-profit organization.

Over the past three years, CWK has raised over $30,000 for its beneficiaries.

Some non-profits included United Way of Monmouth County, Breast Intentions and the Brennan Stands Alone Foundation.

Don’t miss your opportunity to sing on the legendary Stone Pony stage and help out a local charity! All the proceeds from Caring with Karaoke 2015 will go to

Daniela’s Wish, a NJ non-profit 501(c)3 granting wishes, creating smiles & memories, making a difference in the lives of ill children and children that suffer tragedy in our community, & helping with supporting our local hospitals with items on their wish list for children currently being treated for various illnesses. For more information about Daniela’s Wish, visit www.danielaswish.org.

If you are interested in being a sponsor, donating a gift basket or looking for tickets, contact Kevin Fenstermacher at kfenstermacher@blueclaws.com or Sheila Olt at daniela@danielaswish.org for sponsorships; contact Elizabeth Mackanic at emackanic@curchin.com for tickets; and Rhea Ryan at rhearyan@allstate.com for gift basket/raffle prize donations.

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The Beauty Foundation presents the 9th annual Beauty Ball at Brookdale Community College’s Robert J. Collins Arena, on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 6:30 p.m.

This year’s honoree will be Richard “Bo”

The Beauty Foundation’s mission is to alleviate the tremendous physical, emotional and financial strains that cancer treatment places on families. It helps remove the burdens that families face when one of their members is fighting cancer. Money is raised to offset the expenses they incur which aren’t covered under insurance, including child care, household expenses, transportation costs associated with treatment

and other needs from lifestyle changes caused by cancer. The Beauty Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that supports and empowers families who are actively fighting cancer through direct monetary grants. The Beauty Foundation also supports the development of educational materials and provides support to local cancer centers. Its goal is to help inspire courage, strength and confidence that is needed to fight cancer.

For more information, visit http://www. beautyfoundationnj.com.

2015 FoodBank Humanitarian Gala “Boots and Bling” to Feature Country Music Star John Rich the MAC at Monmouth University on Friday, April 24, 2015, and will feature country music star and Celebrity Apprentice winner, John Rich.

The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties is pleased to announce this year’s Humanitarian Gala, to be held at

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Three outstanding humanitarians will be honored this year, they have exhibited extraordinary loyalty and commitment to helping those in need. The 2015 Honorees will be Jules Plangere Jr. Chairman, Press Communications, LLC and Wegmans; and Kyra Citron will be the Jr Humanitarian.

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The FoodBank is the primary provider of food and services to a network of over 300 partner agencies. Its food and resources supported more than 10 million meals last year – including 1.8 million pounds of fresh produce. The FoodBank received the highest rating of 4 Stars from Charity Navigator. A total of 96 cents out of every dollar raised supports food and programs.

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COLTS NECK FIRST RESPONDERS HONORED AT CNCC PANCAKE BREAKFAST Story Susan Murphy

Left to right: Enjoying fellowship following the breakfast are (seated) Fire Police member Ray Schebell, Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden, Pastor Chris Durkin; standing are Glen Dalakian and Fire Chief Mike Burke.

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olts Neck Community Church held its sixth annual “All You Can Eat” pancake breakfast on January 24 as a way to honor the Fire Department and EMS volunteers of Colts Neck. Friends, members of the community and members of the Church enjoyed a delicious breakfast. George Savaas of Perkins Restaurant in Colts Neck donated the food that was cooked by the church members.

Coordinator of the event Tonja Vitale said this was her first time running the Breakfast and was pleased that it went smoothly. She noted that everyone seemed to be enjoying their fellowship time together. Glen J. Dalakian, Sr., who is a Deacon at the Church, as well as a founding member of the Colts Neck Business Association, said the purpose of the breakfast was to publicly say thank you to the volunteer First Responders and to raise awareness that they are a strong presence in Colts Neck. Mr. Dalakian presented checks to the Fire Department and EMS from the Colts Neck Business Association (CNBA).

Colts Neck Fire Chief Mike Burke shared, “Thank you to Colts Neck Community Church and to the CNBA for their donation to us. This is a great opportunity for the community to meet us.” He noted that in 2014 the Fire Department responded to 340 calls. President of the Colts Neck First Aid Debbie Evankow said, “Thanks to the community for showing their support for us by coming to the breakfast.” She noted that in 2014 the First Aid handled over 700 calls.

Pastor Chris Durkin said, “The purpose of this breakfast was for us to support and encourage these wonderful people that are the first to support and save the residents of this great town of Colts Neck.”

Following the breakfast, an informative presentation was given by Cranford Detective Sergeant Richard Vitale on Identity Theft. Several people in attendance asked questions during and after the presentation. The presentation gave everyone the opportunity to become aware of the ever-growing seriousness of identity theft.

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CILU Update CILU’s annual Meeting and Potluck Dinner will take place on: Date: April 17 Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Community Center on Crawford’s Corner Road in Holmdel.

Dinner will be followed by a brief business meeting, including the election of officers. To sign up, please call Jenni Blumenthal, at 732.264.8482 or email jblumenthal@ comcast.net.

The organization will provide beverages and dessert; please bring an entree, side dish, or salad to share.

There will be no public meeting of CILU (Citizens for Informed Land Use) in March.

To learn more about CILU, please visit http://www.holmdel-cilu.org. Citizens for Informed Land Use promotes informed and thoughtful land use, and the protection of our natural resources, our land and our water.

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Colts Neck’s Annual Children’s Easter Egg Hunt “The Hunt for One Thousand Eggs” eggs, filled with a prize or candy, will Hop over to Colts Neck’s annual be hidden for each age group. Grand Children’s Easter Egg Hunt to be held prizes will be awarded in each hunt on Saturday, March 28 at Colts Neck to children finding the “special eggs” Fire House #1 on Route 537. Parents - among 1000 egg selection. No preand grandparents, don’t miss this registration required. In the event of exciting event! The fun begins at 10:00 bad weather, please call Colts Neck a.m. with egg-seeking preschoolers, Fire House #1 at 732.431.1100 or the followed by separate hunts for Recreation Office at 732.780.6666, to Kindergarten through 1st grade, 2nd learn if the egg hunt is postponed. through 3rd grade, and then 4th (Rain date: Saturday, April 4) through 6th grade. Plenty of plastic

Brunch with the Easter Bunny The Colts Neck Fire Company #1 Auxiliary is sponsoring a brunch on Saturday, March 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, held in conjunction with the annual Easter Egg Hunt. The a la carte menu includes cereal, bagels, juice, milk, coffee and tea. Games and activities are planned. Pictures with the Easter Bunny will be available for a nominal fee. Take a chance on great door prizes.

Holmdel Recreation Held 7th Grade Hang Out Night go where they can hang out with their friends and have fun. Vonage has been very generous to allow us to use their room for these events, as well as provide the kids with refreshments and snacks.

Holmdel Recreation started the On February 6, 2015 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., over 60 seventh graders “Hang Out Nights” last year. Holmdel’s from Holmdel attended Holmdel Recreation Director Bob Ward stated, Recreation’s Hang Out Night, which “We wanted to offer something for was held at Vonage. The kids enjoyed the middle-school aged kids in town snacks, music and games such as pool, to do on Friday night. We wanted to provide them with some place safe to ping pong and PS3.

For more information about upcoming “Hang Out Nights”, Holmdel Recreation events and services, visit them at www.holmdelrec.com or you can “like” them on Facebook at www. facebook.com/holmdelrecreation.

Open Registration for 2015 Lincroft Little League Registration is now open for the 2015 season of Lincroft Little League.

You can sign up by registering on www. lincroftlittleleague.org. Registration closes on April 30, 2015, with the exception of senior softball and senior baseball.

Children who attend any of the following schools are eligible to play in Lincroft Little League: Nut Swamp School, Lincroft School, St. Leo the

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Great, Thompson Middle School, application process. To do so, please Middletown High School South, create an account for yourself Christian Brothers Academy, Oak Hill (different from your child’s account).

Academy and any school in Holmdel. Then click on the Register link and Also, children in a family are allowed complete the registration steps for to play in the same Little League, the coach’s application. even if they attend different schools.

Little League has changed its age So if you have a child in one of the above schools, all of your children determination date for baseball are also eligible to play in Lincroft for the 2015 season (softball is Little League, regardless of where the unaffected) - any boy born in the year 2010 is now eligible to play in Lincroft others go to school.

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Arts High & Arts Middle School Student Work On Exhibit Paintings, drawings and photographs created by Monmouth County Arts High and Arts Middle School students will be on display at the Long Branch Free Public Library, located at 328 Broadway in Long Branch, for the month of March, 2015.

The exhibit features work completed by gifted and talented students who participated in the Monmouth County Arts High Colts Neck High School’s Chloe or Arts Middle School. The Spencer will have her painting on programs, now in their 11th display for the month of March. year, offer advanced arts classes in creative writing, dance, instrumental music, vocal music, acting and visual arts to students from public, private, and home schools in Monmouth County. Students, admitted to the program through audition, are released from their schools one afternoon each week during the spring semester to participate in the various courses that are taught by professional artists.

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Works from 45 Monmouth County students were selected for the exhibit this year: Grace Montalto, Brielle ES; Arthur Futenik, Julia Manhire, Erica Palmieri, Chloe Spencer, Colts Neck HS; Talula Dechev, Deal ES; Nina Cruz, Lindsay Gelber, Aurora Hernandez, Shannon McNulty, Hailey Peter, Freehold Borough HS; Ashley Pitaluga, Freehold IS; Alyssa Sicoli, Angelique Zaks, Freehold Twp HS; Abaigeal Ahlholm, Joseph Hackett, Abigail Smith, Eric Soares, Henry Hudson Regional School; Jillian Cuciti, Manalapan HS; Amelia Johnson, Manasquan ES; Jessalyn Lu, Anjali Ohri, Marlboro HS; Gabrielle Kim, Katherine Smith, Mountz ES; Jillian Chohosey, Maria Lynch, Michaela O’Brien, Neptune HS; Caroline Canales, Mia Decker-Steckhahn, Kaylia Mighty, Victoria Wildeman, Neptune MS; Alison Hecht, Abigail Hutchinson, Savage Tayler, Ocean Township HS; Michael Daly, Pine Brook ES; Ryan Quon, Rumson-Fair Haven Regional HS; Jackson Haag, Sea Girt ES; Alexandra Lockwood, Ivette Rafael, Shore Regional HS; Carleigh MacConnell, Shrewsbury ES; Rashaad Pratt, Tinton Falls MS; Serena Khan, Union Beach Memorial MS; Julia Palmer, Voyagers Community School; and Ryan Leming, Brianna Miller, Wall IS. For more information on the exhibit or the Monmouth County Arts High or Arts Middle School programs, or to obtain an application, contact the Arts & Education Center at 732.566.ARTS(2787), email info@artsandedcenter.org, or visit our website at www.artshigh.net.

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

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Colts Neck Lions Club to Host Country Western Dance The Colts Neck Lions Club will host a Country Western Dance at Bucks Mill Recreation Center from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. on April 25, 2015. The dance will feature the band “Bullseye” as well as an instructor who will take dancers through the Two Step, Line Dance and the East/West Coast Swing. The event will be catered by The Fireside Family Grill & Bar and will include a $2 beer garden, and a 50/50 raffle.

Tickets may be purchased for $25/person on the Lions website, www.coltsnecklionsclub.us or at the door for $30 per person.

Most people incorrectly think that country western dancing is square dancing but it’s not. It’s the cowboy version of ballroom dancing – more laid back and energetic and with more of a forward motion.

This fun community event will donate proceeds to The Wounded Warrior Project and other local charities. The Lions hope you will come out and support this cause.

U.S. Women’s National Team Captain to Host HFC’s Summer Camp

Holmdel Football Club (Holmdel FC) is proud to announce that Christie Rampone, captain of the U.S. Women`s National Team, has chosen Holmdel FC to host her annual summer camp once again at Cross Farm Park. The camp will follow Christie`s return from Canada this summer, competing in her 5th World Cup. For more information on the camp and to register, please visit www. holmdelfc.org and click on Christie Rampone’s photo.

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Colts Neck Lions Club Annual Kentucky Derby/ Wine Tasting Event The Lions Club will once again host its Kentucky Derby/Wine Tasting event at The Bucks Mill Recreational Center in Colts Neck on May 2, 2015 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.

This is one of the best community events held each year and it’s all for local charities.

The event features wine tastings from many vineyards which is coordinated by Colts Neck Buy Rite Liquors, a 50/50 horse picking raffle, delicious food supplied by several local eateries, a traditional Kentucky Derby fancy hat contest for the women and a silent auction.

The day leads up to the final feature – the Kentucky Derby, shown on a big screen for all to watch and cheeron your favorite horse. Come out for this fun-filled community event. You will be glad you did.

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Monmouth County SPCA to Host Annual Dog Walk & Pet Fair This year will mark the organization’s 21st year hosting the Dog Walk & Pet Fair, the Monmouth County SPCA’s grandest and most successful fundraising event of the year. The event, slated for Saturday, April 25, 2015 at Brookdale Community College, attracts over 2,000 people and their pets, 150 vendors and raised over $140,000 last year. Put a little spring in your step and celebrate 21 years of Paws Walking for a Cause at the Monmouth County SPCA’s 21st Annual Spring Dog Walk & Pet Fair. The proceeds from this event directly help the Monmouth County SPCA provide care and find forever homes for the thousands of homeless animals that pass through its shelter every year.

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Colts Neck Friends of the Library Annual Used Book Sale Held in the Large Meeting Room Downstairs at the Colts Neck Library

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Ladies Who Lunch group helping out in the kitchen at last year’s Turkey Dinner.

Don Pope at last year’s Turkey Dinner preparing his prize winning coleslaw!

What do 400 pounds of turkey, 250 pounds of potatoes, four crates of green beans, 25 heads of cabbage, 20 pounds of onions and 76 pies and pastries make? A turkey dinner for 400 people!

(The onions and cabbage are combined with onions, green peppers, radishes, celery, some mayo and a secret blend of spices for slawmeister Don Pope’s prize winning coleslaw!) Of course also featured are mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, and an unbelievable array of homemade desserts. This year’s annual home style turkey dinner will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the Holmdel Community Church, located at 40 West Main Street in Holmdel. Guests may eat at one of four seatings, or enjoy a take-out meal at home.

Dinner seatings are at 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, and 7:00 p.m. Tickets are still only $15.00 for adults and $8.00 for children under 12. Take-out meals are also available at a price of $15.00. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. Contact Sharon Wessel to order tickets at 732.431.2372 or swe456ssel@aol. com.

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Pinot’s Palette, an upscale “paint and sip” franchise opened in Red Bank in January 2015. Franchisees Rich Barton, Dorothy Fadell and Fred Fadell, natives of Staten Island, say feedback from the local community has been incredibly positive. Guests often say that coming to paint is so relaxing and fun; it’s their therapy!

Since opening its doors in Houston in 2009, Pinot’s Palette has become the most innovative and creative place to connect with friends, wind down, share a drink and socialize. As a pioneer and leader in the paint-and-sip industry, Pinot’s Palette has put a spin on the traditional girls’ night out, date night and corporate team-building by creating a social experience that is delivered in the form of a two- to threehour painting class where guests enjoy their favorite wine, beer or soft drinks from the bar and snacks brought from home or from any of the fantastic local restaurants and stores.

Honing in on the recent trend of customization, Pinot’s Palette allows guests to tailor their experience by letting them choose which specific painting they would like to recreate from an online schedule. Guests can also choose to have a private party to celebrate a bridal shower, bachelorette, birthday or just to have a private girls’ night out. Pinot’s Palette also offers fun events for kids from birthday parties to Girl Scouts, school trips and sports team get-togethers. When having a private party, the guest chooses the painting for the event from a library of more than 500 pieces!

With more than 80 studios open across the country and more locations coming soon, Pinot’s Palette has become the hot spot to share a drink and socialize. Whether guests want to de-stress, connect with new friends or make new ones, or just tap into their creative energy, Pinot’s Palette is the perfect night out.

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Pinot’s Palette is no-experience-required art event that focuses on fun and not precision. Pinot’s Palette provides the paint, paintbrushes and easels and their local, trained artists guide guests step-by-step through the featured painting of the night. Guests are pleasantly surprised by how simple it

COLTS NECK HS DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS ‘GREASE’ The Colts Neck High School Drama Club will be entertaining audiences this March with the popular musical ‘Grease’ featuring the teenagers of fictional Rydell High set in the 1950’s.

Danny (starring Mike Cappelluti), Sandy (starring Lauren Pelaia), along with the Pink Ladies, featuring Rizzo (Gigi

Garrity) and the T-Birds, featuring Kenickie (William Joseph Berry III) will bring this high-energy musical back to life at the auditorium at Colts Neck High School.

Graduating senior leads include: Michayla Ben-Ezra as Marty, Chiara Williams as Frenchy, Bethany Zaccaria as Miss Lynch, Arthur Futerik as Vince Fontaine, and Sam Lipton as Eugene Florczyk. Graduating cast seniors also include Christa Anderson, Liana Shehata, Bree Raso and Kelly Smith.

The musical will feature choreographed dance scenes and high energy singing under the direction of Ms. Dawn Ferro, with assistance of the technical direction of Mr. Mark Fleming. The musical will also showcase the talent of more than sixty students on stage and behind the scenes.

CNHS Drama Club will present ‘Grease’ in March

Performances are at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from March 19 to March 21, in the Colts Neck High auditorium located at 59 Five Points Road in Colts Neck. A matinee has been added for 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 21.

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Special People United to Ride’s (SPUR) 2015 Tasting Event was held on January 23, 2015 at the Salt Creek Grille. The evening’s activities included fine wine and craft beer tastings from Shore Point Distributing Company, Inc., Freehold; a selection of cheeses to accompany them from The Cheese Cave, Red Bank; and an assortment of sweets from Sugarush, Red Bank. Also contributing to the fun were basket auctions, a 50/50, a lively ring toss, and the music of Chris Daniels and the Proof.

The generosity of many sponsors contributed to the financial success of the event: Gold Sponsors: Investors Bank, Monmouth Medical Center Foundation, Wells Fargo Bank; Silver Sponsors: Robert and Marilyn Broege, The Hegarty Family, Howley Financial Group, The Mahoney Family, Resources Real Estate, Christian and Linda Smith; Bronze Sponsors: Tracy and Robert Boyle, Jr., Maser Consulting, P.A., and Two River Community Bank.

This major fundraiser generated much needed monies for the SPUR scholarship programs, which benefit traditional students as well as participants in the new Horses for Heroes sessions for veterans and active military members.

Each year the SPUR Board of Directors gives more than

$30,000 in scholarships to those with demonstrated need.

As the program continues to grow, so do its financial demands. The requests for monetary assistance have steadily increased each year. SPUR is committed to not turning down any student because he or she cannot afford lessons. The funds raised at the January event will help accomplish that goal.

In addition to Horses for Heroes, other new programs have begun in the last year with great success. They include a full week of SPUR camp, Equine Environment for Learning, designed specifically for schools serving students with unique needs, and Equine Facilitated Wellness programs for those who struggle with anxiety, depression or other stressors.

Last June, SPUR students participated in their own horse show at their home base, Sunnyside Equestrian Center, Middletown, and a group also traveled to the Horse Park of New Jersey in the fall for the Horseback Riding for the Handicapped (HRH) competition.

More information about SPUR is available at spuronline. org.

SPRING ARTS FESTIVAL Planned for May The Creative Arts Center of Thompson Park in Lincroft is pleased to announce its first juried arts festival to take place this spring, slated for May 2 & May 3 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Fine artists from all mediums will be selected including pottery, jewelry, photography and painting, just

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to name a few. The judges for this year’s event will be Joyce Urbanski of Holmdel and Robert & Elisabeth McKay of McKay Imaging Photography Studio & Gallery in Red Bank.

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olmdel Recreation held its annual and always soldout Daddy and Daughter “Sweetheart” Dance on February 21, 2015 at Indian Hill School. Open only to third through sixth grade girls, the event offered Dads the opportunity to spend quality time with their little sweethearts. An evening of dancing to great music provided by DJ Jeff, along with numerous contests kept the night on a high-energy level. A hot buffet was provided by DeMarco’s Catering and Gourmet Deli. Steve “Pops” Cittadino and members of the National Honors Society helped members of the Holmdel Recreation serve the meal.

Over 216 young ladies and their very proud Dads (or about 100 “couples”) attended.

Once inside, Dads and their daughters were directed to the professional photographer for a photo that would serve as a memento of the event. Moms waiting at home knew the meaning of this photo, and years from now, both Dads and their daughters will be able to recall the night with fond memories.

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From Miami to New Jersey, Victor Smalley and Angel Armas, best known for starring on “Dance Moms: Miami” hosted a workshop at L.A. Dance Center of the Arts in Lincroft, New Jersey on January 25, 2015. This dynamic duo of tremendous talent brought their fun-loving yet strict instruction to their studio. Their vast experience began teaching this year’s winner of “So You Think You Can Dance”, Ricky Ubeda, and then went on to film their own popular docu-series “Dance Moms: Miami” on Lifetime TV at the Stars Studio in Miami, Florida.

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Troop 246 Hosts Eagle Court of Honor for Middletown Resident Kyle Pevonis

Left to right: Kyle’s father Troop 246 Scoutmaster Scott Pevonis, maternal grandmother Joyce Mills, Kyle with his mother Heather, holding his young brother Logan.

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Middletown Boy Scout Troop 246 recently hosted an Eagle Court of Honor for Middletown resident and St. John Vianney High School sophomore Kyle Pevonis for completing more than 63 merit badges including the 21 merit badge requirements to become an Eagle Scout, the highest rank a young man can earn from the Boy Scouts of America.

Kyle’s Eagle Project to rebuild the Poricy Park Kiosk required him to design the kiosk components, raise funds to pay for materials and galvanize his fellow scouts to help build, sand, stain and erect the structure, which included a new roof and a new wood kiosk display with glass.

“Although Poricy Park had several wish list projects, I chose the kiosk because it is the first introduction to the park and it was really in bad shape – from moss growing on the roof to heavy wood damage from carpenter bees,” says Kyle, who worked for a year to complete the project. While rebuilding the display, he was also able to increase the size of the display area to allow for additional visitor information. “Weather conditions made it unpredictable to complete all the building pieces on-site so I had to do some in our garage and have the guys help on weekends when we had time to prime, sand and stain the pieces,” notes Kyle, who enlisted the help of his fellow scouts to complete the project.

He also said his grandparents Joyce and Howard Mills pitched in with some finishing touches including the plaque on the kiosk.

In addition to Boy Scouts, Kyle taught himself to play electric guitar, enjoys the great outdoors and camping. This spring he is looking forward to playing baseball at St. John Vianney and applying for summer lifeguard positions to share the swimming and lifesaving skills he earned as a scout. Boys interested in joining Boy Scouts can attend Troop 246 meetings at Nutswamp School, 925 Nutswamp Road, held Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. or, for more information, contact, Scoutmaster Scott Pevonis, sgtpevo@gmail.com.

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“New Destinies 4 Kidz” Founders to Visit St. Mary’s Martha Mary Guild’s March Meeting New Destinies 4 Kidz is a very special group for children of incarcerated parents, founded in 2012

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