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MAY 2015

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CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Susan Murphy Kaitlin Severini Vicky Valet Lizz Dinnigan Michelle Tuchol Adilah Khan

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AREA DOCTORS HELP in Relief Mission for Syrian Refugees

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Holmdel Foundation for Educational Excellence will be hosting their inaugural 5K Walk/Run and Kids’ Fun Run fundraiser on May 31, 2015. This year’s 5K will be held in memory of beloved Satz teacher Señor Eric Hausser and will raise money for needs within the schools, CM is happy to be a sponsor of this event, and you can find more information on page 27.

May is synonymous for Memorial Day, we all look forward to it, it has become our unofficial kick-off to the summer. To many folks, this is a three-day weekend of relaxation and barbecues with family and friends, but let’s not forget the true meaning of this federal holiday.

We tend to overlook the fact this day is to commemorate our U.S. soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, and we need to be reminded that our freedom, is in fact, not free. I would like to thank all our military service members, who have dedicated their lives for our freedom and who have kept us safe at home.

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Local Brokerage House Hosts Day of Confidential Shredding Cold well B anker in H olm del Gi v ing B ack to t he Communi t y

LEFT TO RIGHT: Jonathan Keates, Sergio from Confidential Shredding; Wissam Shaker; Judy Daniels from The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties; Lois Cohen; Chai Amin; Toni Ann Formichelli; Silvana Buckley.

NOW MORE THAN EVER, it is extremely important that we protect our personally identifiable information. With this in mind, the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Holmdel/Colts Neck office held their annual shredding event of confidential information for the members of our community. A steady stream of residents showed up throughout the day, ranging from one bag of papers to truckloads of business files which needed to be shredded- and all for FREE! Jonathan Keates, Branch Vice President said, “This is an annual event we offer as a service to our community. This year we tied the event to our collection for The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties hoping that the generous nature of our residents will help pay it forward to those who rely on the FoodBank. I would like to recognize Katie Kelliher from our office for her hard work of putting this event together and to Judy Daniels from The FoodBank who does such great work.”

The Holmdel/Colts Neck office is still accepting donations for the FoodBank and is already planning for next year’s event!

‘Tis the Season of Mom at J Vincent Jewelers in Colts Neck

J VINCENT JEWELERS is located at 420 Route 34, Suite 301 in Colts Neck (next to Becker Hardware). You can reach them at 732.256.4410 or by email at info@jvincent.com, Store hours are Monday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

They also offer Sunday and later evening hours to accommodate your schedule, you would just need to inquire.

A TRUNK SHOW AT J VINCENT JEWELERS was the perfect event to get your Mother’s Day shopping off to an early & easy start!

J Vincent Jewelers held a Heather B. Moore Trunk Show in April, taking their customers' creative and meaningful ideas and transforming them into beautiful pieces of jewelry. Heather Moore Jewelry is the finest personalized collection. Each name, date and symbol is hand stamped with vintage tooling and made to your specifications with recycled precious metal. It is a beautiful line that allows you to start a design from scratch and continue to add to it as the years go on. The perfect gift that keeps on giving!

From childhood drawings to handwritten messages, their happy customers were able to put together personalized pieces that they can wear forever. From necklaces to bracelets, and rings to key chains, they can’t wait to see their happy customers wearing a special piece of jewelry, personalized just for her.

Although the Trunk Show is over, there’s still time to shop! J Vincent Jewelers has a unique assortment of charms specifically made with mom in mind. Explore their creative collection of charms that will make the perfect gift for Mom!

CILU Update On Monday, May 18, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center on Crawfords Corner Road in Holmdel, CILU (Citizens for Informed Land Use) will host Larry Fink’s presentation on the “Past and Future of Open Space and Farmland Preservation in Holmdel”.

The talk will review the evolution of Holmdel from a rural agricultural community to a largely developed

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residential community with commercial areas. The land preservation success we have had, as well as remaining opportunities, will be discussed, with a focus on what we can do as citizens working together with our elected officials to preserve some of our remaining open space.

CILU presentations are free and open to the public.

To learn more about our organization, please visit http://www.holmdel-cilu.org.

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Holmdel Kiwanis Members Serve 200 Meals at Annual Pasta Dinner

Members of the Holmdel Kiwanis Club take a moment before continuing to prepare the dinners for the attendees of the Pasta Night.

HOLMDEL KIWANIS HELD THEIR ANNUAL PASTA DINNER at the Town and Country Inn, Keyport on April 20, 2015.

Guests were able to dine with friends and family or order a meal for takeout. About 200 meals were served by members of the Satz Builders Club and the Key Clubs of High Tech, Middletown South, and Holmdel High School. The dinner was cooked by Holmdel Kiwanis members and included pasta, sausage, meatballs, salad, and dessert. The portions were generous and the food was exceptional.

Members of Keyport Kiwanis were in attendance to show their support of the event, which was sponsored

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by Dearborn Market. This year’s Pasta Dinner was very successful, noted Holmdel Kiwanis President Anu Khare. The funds will be utilized to support various charities that Holmdel Kiwanis works with throughout the year, as well as scholarships for local high school and college students. “It was a great evening. Everyone enjoyed themselves and especially loved the cooking! A great meal for a great cause, this was definitely a win-win event,” said President Khare.

Upcoming for Holmdel Kiwanis is their annual Dominick J. Luccarelli Golf Outing to be held July 13, 2015.

Back row, third from left is Holmdel Kiwanis President Anu Khare and far right is former president Joseph Giordano. Joining them are members of the Satz Builders Club and the Key Clubs of High Tech, Middletown South, and Holmdel High School.

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Colts Neck Parent Raises Funds For Girls Softball Dugout COLTS NECK parent John Relay is on a mission. He recently started a GoFundMe account to raise money for much–needed upgrades to the girls’ softball dugout. His fundraising goal was $6,000 and within one week, he exceeded that amount!

Relay and his wife Michele are the parents of Cassidy and Samantha, who are very active in the sports programs in Colts Neck. He has coached both girls’ basketball and softball over the past few years. After the realization that the teams needed revamping, a new program was put together by Relay and many other parents. Their joined efforts combined with the support of the Colts Neck Sports Foundation (CNSF) turned girls’ softball into a championship level program. The Colts Neck softball teams include girls who are age seven to twelve.

“Our program has grown from 22 to 50 at the 9/10 level in just a few years and over 100 overall. The girls are learning and loving the game. We are excited about this coming season and are expecting great things for our girls,” said Coach Relay.

Relay has been working closely with the CNSF to upgrade the Cedar Drive Middle School fields that are utilized as the Colts Neck softball teams’ home base. “With the help of John Satter, John Cifelli, the Colts Neck Sports Foundation’s president, Jeff Sponder, and donations from the softball players’ family and friends, we have already added a snack shed to the fields. The money collected from the GoFundMe fundraiser will also be used to put roofs on the dugout of each of the two the Cedar Drive softball fields. In addition, we will fix backstops and benches on the fields as well as add additional bathroom facilities. Other additions include a new base-lining machine, new bases, improved uniforms, and other equipment for the players,” explained Relay. He added that the Cedar Drive Middle School softball teams will benefit from the fields’ improvements; and the football program will have access to the snack shed during their playing season.

The residents of Colts Neck have been extremely generous and supportive of the upgrades, said Relay. “For the past couple of years, our softball program has been growing and the desire to improve our program has led to this effort. Jeff Sponder has been working with the Colts Neck High School coach, Julie Saporito-Acuna which has led to Colts Neck High School softball players mentoring our softball players and assisting the coaches. These girls donate their time to help

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Relay explained what the support and funding will mean to the players and the program. “Both of my daughters have been a part of the softball program for the past several years. As both a parent and coach, I have wanted to make some positive changes to the program. With the help of the CNSF and other parent volunteer coaches such as Thomas Aquinas, John Satter, Jim Mager, Brian Post, Frank Vento, Jim Jordan, Philip Duddy, Mark McSorley, Don Johnson, Gary Klein, Steven Mondella, Keith Medvin and Robert Burns, we will continue to improve the program. We want our daughters to know that they have a place to call their own. We are very appreciative of the many donations that have led to us exceeding our goal. It goes to show how a community can come together to get a job done!”

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Colts Neck’s Annual Memorial Day Parade Share in a true touch of Americana, when Colts Neck’s Memorial Day Parade marches down Heyers Mill Road from Town Hall to the Memorial Cemetery and grave site of Pvt. Michael Field, a soldier from the Revolutionary War. View the marching bands, fire engines, community organizations, antique cars and much, much more! The parade starts at 10:30 a.m. on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2015.

All veterans will be presented an appreciation remembrance at the ceremony. Everyone is invited to the traditional picnic celebration at Colts Neck Fire House #2 on Conover Road – the food & drink are FREE!

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Newcomers & Neighbors Club Plans Spr ing Luncheon

THE NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS CLUB OF COLTS NECK, Holmdel and surrounding areas held a general meeting at the Colts Neck Firehouse #2 on April 9, 2015. Hali Figueroa from Greenhouse Gallery Florist demonstrated simple floral arranging for the members and guests. Her beautiful designs inspired the members to try their own creations while looking forward to SPRING! On May 14, 2015 - the Club will sponsor a spring luncheon at Pazzo Italian Restaurant in Red Bank at 12:00 noon.

The BiroVenus Medi Spa will present a program on the latest non-invasive skin treatments, non-surgical facelifts and more. Members and guests will enjoy a lovely four-course lunch, an array of gift baskets and the installation of new officers for the 2015-2016 season!

Call your friends, set up a table and enjoy the day! For information, call 732.946.2526 or make a reservation by sending a $32 check to Newcomers and Neighbors, P.O. Box 254, Holmdel, N.J. 07733.

The Newcomers and Neighbors Club is open to all new and long-time residents of the area and accepts new members at any time. For more information, call 732.446.9682 or 732.530.9543.

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Memorial Day Ceremony JOIN THE HOLMDEL VETERANS AND THE HOLMDEL RECREATION OFFICE as they honor those who have served in all wars. The ceremony will be held at the Memorial Circle in front of Holmdel Town Hall on Monday, May 25, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. All are invited to attend this event. Refreshments will be served.

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ON APRIL 18, 2015, Lincroft Little League (LLL) held their Opening Day ceremony and parade.

This year was special as Jack Esposito - a 5th grader at Lincroft Elementary School and Lincroft Little League/Lightning player, who was diagnosed August 2014 with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia - threw the ceremonial opening pitch to start off the much-anticipated season. The Lincroft Little League goal for the day was to raise funds to support Team Jack, which was created by the family centered care team of doctors, nurses and social workers at the Monmouth Medical Center’s Valerie Fund to support Jack throughout his treatment. He is the captain and in charge. Team Jack is also the name of their team walking the 10th annual Valerie Fund Walk in June.

Opening Day patrons could buy a combo food item at the Snack Bar called Team Jack, with the profits donated to the cause; friendship bracelets were also for sale; and a raffle of baseball & softball themed gift baskets were raffled off throughout the day.

Lincroft Little League chose Jack to throw the ceremonial first pitch because despite this incredibly massive challenge he faces, he stays positive, focused and determined to persevere - all qualities that make great people, and also make great athletes, which he is. Jack has been with LLL for five years, last year he played on the Rockies with Coach Krall, who were division champions. He also plays on their travel league, the Lincroft Lighting with Coach Felice. But that’s not all. In addition to baseball, Jack plays a variety of other sports including basketball and golf, as well as a swimmer on the Red Bank YMCA swim team.

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Jack Esposito and his dad, Keith Esposito, sharing an emotional moment after he threw out the first pitch at Lincroft Little League’s Opening Day ceremony

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Participate in Local Soccer Tourney Benefitting Pediatric Cancer On March 21, 2015 coaches from Holmdel FC soccer club participated in an Invitational Soccer Tournament at Sports Zone.

The charity tournament benefitting pediatric cancer included eight teams from Monmouth and Ocean County. The Holmdel FC Coaches faced some stiff competition and with some excellent play and leadership, were able to advance through their bracket undefeated and take home the championship.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR I WANTED TO THANK those who came out to listen to a topic that has dominated many conversations as well as social media these past few weeks. For those of you who could not attend, I wanted to provide an overview of what transpired.

We understand the topic of the Capelli Project is controversial and I would appreciate your time in explaining where we stand.

First and foremost, I want to make it clear that my number one priority as Mayor is to protect the interests of Holmdel and its residents. In order to do so, we need to keep an open-mind while listening to options for the use of our land. Change can be intimidating, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it is wrong.

We have a significant challenge that Holmdel faces over the next decade. We have farmland and other parcels that property owners want to sell. Although houses can be beautiful, if we allow more residential development, it can bring a huge expense to our infrastructure.

Farmland Preservation is another option. This essentially means that we buy the land. It is a nice theory to think that we can preserve the rural character and increase the value of current homes by limiting development. However, the problem here is twofold. Our open space tax currently does not cover the debt services of the land that we have already purchased. Every year hundreds of thousands of dollars are needed from our general budget just to cover these past purchases. In addition, we have no playbook to cover the maintenance and landscaping costs of what is not township land.

Our last option is Commercial Use. This can provide a ratable, jobs and desired services for residents. Commercial use can also bring traffic, pollution and the risk of not fitting the character of that neighborhood. Each of these solutions has its pros and cons.

These choices are inevitable for our future, which means it is imperative to make the proper choices for Holmdel’s future.

With the facts now on the table, I would like to tell you why we even entertained the idea of these fields. For the record, for every negative comment we have heard, we have had one in support.

Even residents in South Holmdel expressed opinions that these fields would fit the character of Holmdel more so than housing developments. With that said, we were merely listening to options, we never committed to any plan. You will not see this in the papers because they have become incredibly biased.

The truth is that this project, regardless of its potential benefits, has divided our community. The outcome is the opposite of what I was trying to accomplish. Our main concern, my main objective as Mayor is to represent your voices. Therefore, we will NOT proceed 20

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with supporting the Capelli Project.

I would like to publicly thank George Altirs and The Capelli Group for wanting to be a part of our great community. During all the chaos, no one was able to see the man who really wanted to give back and invest in our town.

In addition, three weeks ago we introduced a new ordinance in the R4 Zone that would have replaced the ordinance from back in August allowing for recreation in this space. We have formally rescinded that introduction.

I truly appreciate resident feedback, but I would like to request that you also listen with an open-mind and try not to get caught up in the hype or gossip. We need to work together as a team with the same goal in mind, protecting Holmdel. Our jobs are easier with active residents. We want your continued intellectual content, but we also need to disengage with the outlandish speculations. To comment that, “A sports complex will bring heroin dealers” is ridiculous, alarming and helpful to no one. Secondly, accusing this Committee of not being transparent is simply false. I cannot help that the media does not cover us like they did pre-internet days.

Communicating to the public is one of our main goals. As proof, Committeeman Critelli has led a charge to get each and every resident signed-up for our website so that everyone can be aware of what’s happening within our town. We had less than 100 names at the start of the year and I’m proud to say that now we have over 2,700 residents signed up for communications. It takes time to do our research and homework. However, even through this time, the public has always had online access to our weekly agendas. I am extremely proud of how hard we work to communicate openly with the public.

I heard your voices, now please hear mine. I was saddened when my character was called into question and I wasn’t given the benefit of the doubt regarding my agenda for Holmdel. Through it all, my integrity and commitment remains strong. I took this job to serve Holmdel and protect it. This is a role that I have grown to love and will continue to do throughout my tenure. I am a resident, a parent and a coach who walks the same streets and hallways as the rest of you. We are a collective team and should not be divided. I hope in the future, differing opinions expressed at Township Committee meetings can be treated with dignity and respect with the same end result in mind, Holmdel’s prosperous future.

Thank you for your time and I look forward to a continued team effort while navigating the future of Holmdel.

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The Marvel comics show “The Hero Within” comes to iPlay America’s Event Center on Sunday, May 17, 2015, for family-friendly shows at 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Doors open one hour before show time.

Featuring Spider-Man, Captain America, Iron Man, Thor and the Evil Green Goblin — the Mighty Marvel Super Heroes star in this 25-minute educational, humorous, action-packed show that begins with the Green Goblin believing that he has developed a device to steal all powers from the Super Heroes. Spider-Man is then led to believe the Green Goblin has stolen all of his powers. The Show soon spirals into action packed chaos and the Super Heroes finally convince Spider-Man that he never lost his powers and there is “Hero” within all of us. After a series of humorous and action packed scenes, justice prevails and the children learn the importance of believing in yourself. The “Hero Within” is a light hearted, comedy based show that features action packed Super Hero scenes as well as an educational message that the children can take home with them “Everyone loves Super Heroes,” said Jessica Schwartz, director of marketing for iPlay Ameri-

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ca. “The show is sure to please the young, and the young at heart. Families can come at 11:00 a.m. to enjoy brunch at Game Time Bar & Grill, go to the show at noon, and enjoy the park afterward, or if they’re coming to the 3:00 p.m. show, they can eat and play before or after the show. It’s the perfect day.”

Children and parents are invited to come dressed as their favorite super heroes. General admission tickets are free with the purchase of a Super Hero iRide Pass for $14.95 or a Super Hero Plus Pass for $27.95 that includes a $10 game card. The ride passes and game cards are valid up to 90 days after the show. Those who purchase the Super Hero Plus Pass may also add a meet and greet for $9.95.

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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 will focus on a strategy to improve the businesses in town and balance the rural demographic that makes our area special. The effort is assembled to relate to: • Branding and Organizing the “downtown”/ Commercial District • Compiling a multi-phase Plan of Action • Streetscape/ Facade / Signage Redevelopment • Marketing and Promoting the District • Commercial District Business Retention and Attraction Over the course of the next few months, the CNBA will coordinate and engage outside experts to assist forward these goals and focus on raising the stature and attractiveness of the jewel that is Colts Neck.

The CNBA is also working with students from Colts Neck High School, who are producing the first of a series of short videos promoting the area, once completed, they will adorn the township website and YouTube.

The CNBA welcomes new businesses to Colts Neck and our group every month – Bill Sharro, announced he will be opening “Down to Earth” along with Carmine Casola, which will be a farm and produce stand at the corner of Laird Road and Route 34. Down to Earth will host the CNBA May Networking Event – please check the CNBA website for further details. Future networking events will be held at venues such as Pebble Creek Golf Club and Greenhouse Gallery. These events are free to members and all are welcome.

The CNBA is a proud supporter of the Monmouth County Economic Development Agency and the Monmouth County Freeholders who hosted “MADE IN MONMOUTH” on April 11 at Monmouth University. Approximately 170 businesses from across the county were on hand, and the event drew thousands of shoppers who perused and purchased everything from local foods and jewelry to custom-made furniture. Visit the county’s website for more and future information - www.visitmonmouth. com.

The Colts Neck Business Association currently has 157 members and welcomes the public to their 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 are $50.00. Information and membership can be found online at www.ColtsNeckBusiness.org. Like us on Facebook – www.facebook.com/ColtsNeckBusinessAssociation today!

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IT IS ESTIMATED THAT FISHERMEN KILL between 26 and 73 million sharks every year for their fins, which are the central ingredient in shark fin soup. This staggeringly large toll has been amassed, for the most part, in regions of the world where shark finning is unchecked and the trade in fins largely unregulated.

In sum, it’s been a race to the bottom to kill as many sharks as possible, mainly to procure a tasteless ingredient in an appetizer. New Jersey’s market for shark fins fuels the demand for the product with close to a dozen restaurants in New Jersey selling shark fins.

For more than 400 million years, sharks have inhabited the oceans and play a vital role in maintaining the balance of the ocean’s ecosystem, yet many shark species today are being pushed to population collapse and possibly extinction by this trade.

Shark finning as is customarily done, involves a fisherman hauling a shark from the water, cutting its fins off, and then throwing the rest of the shark – often still alive – back into the ocean. This leaves the shark not only with gaping, mortal wounds, but also with no ability to swim. The creature is doomed, and the death a lingering one.

Fortunately, S.2057/A.4093 has been introduced to stop the trade in shark fins and shark fin products in New Jersey. The bipartisan Senate bill passed though the full Senate in March and now awaits posting in the Assembly.

California, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon, Washington, and all three Pacific territories have enacted laws to restrict the sale and possession of fins. There is also good news from China. There, demand for the fins has fallen dramatically following a compelling public awareness campaign. All of these measures have overwhelming support from a range of stakeholders, including marine ecologists, animal welfare and ocean conservation organizations.

And finning is banned in U.S. waters, too, under federal law.

But, without state prohibitions, it’s next to impossible to ensure that fins traded in the U.S. do not come from finned sharks or endangered shark species. That’s why The HSUS and Humane Society International are continuing to work in state legislatures to close markets for shark fins by banning their sale and trade.

As a major coastal state, New Jersey has demonstrated leadership in ocean conservation in the past. We can continue that proud tradition by passing S.2057/A.4093 to protect sharks from massive slaughters and ensure that New Jersey breaks its connection to shark finning.

Please contact your two state Assembly members and urge them to support A.4093. You can find their contact information at http://www.njleg.state.nj.us and for more information on the shark fin trade, please visit our website at http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/sharks/

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HOLMDEL FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE to Host 1st Annual 5k Walk/Run & Kids’ Fun Run Fundraiser THE HOLMDEL FOUNDATION for Educational Excellence (“HFEE”) will be hosting its first annual 5K Walk/Run and Kids’ Fun Run Fundraiser on May 31, 2015 at the Bell Works site in Holmdel. This event is a great chance to walk or run on the former Bell Labs property and will have something for everyone! Kids under the age of 11 can participate in the 1 mile fun run, which will start at 8:45 a.m. Kids and adults can walk or run the 5 kilometer (3.1 mile) race which will kick off at 9:30 a.m. All participants will receive a race t-shirt, all kids that participate will receive an award and the top finishers in each age bracket will also receive awards.

The event is being professionally timed and is sure to be a fun morning for everyone in our community.

This year’s “Cinco K” is being held in memory of beloved Satz teacher Señor Eric Hausser and will raise money to fund the purchase of Google Chromebooks for Village School second and third graders, with the goal of raising enough money by June 30, 2015 to supply Chromebooks for every student in the second and third grades! A donation will also be made to the Eric Scott Hausser Scholarship Fund.

To register for the Cinco K or Kids Fun Run, or to make a donation/sponsor a participant, please go to: https://runsignup. com/Race/NJ/Holmdel/HFEE5KWalkRun. The HFEE is also accepting sponsorships for this event. If you would like more information on sponsorship or to learn more about this event, please visit the HFEE’s website (www.HFEE.org) and click on the Cinco K Walk/Run race flyer. The Sponsorship Letter and Form is available through that link or by emailing the Race Director at: LaurenKPodesta@gmail.com.

The HFEE is a non-profit organization whose mission is to raise money to fund projects in the Holmdel public schools to enhance the educational experience of each and every public school student. Past projects funded by the HFEE include the World Language Lab at the High School, the new sound system at Indian Hill and the Rain Garden at Village School to name just a few. The HFEE and the children of Holmdel thank you for your support!

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Those attending the event will enjoy a beefsteak dinner presented by Nightingale Caterers, hand rolled cigars and numerous items up for grabs in the gift raffle. Tickets are $85.00, you must be aged 21 or over, and purchased in advance. Ticket information is available from any Colts Neck Police PBA member, via email at cnpba333@optonline.net, on their website at www. coltsneckpba.org or on their Facebook page.

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WORLD PREMIERE MUSICAL!

BASED ON THE acclaimed 2004 novel by Ned Vizzini, this highly anticipated world premiere is by two of the most exciting voices in musical theater, Joe Iconis and Joe Tracz. Jeremy Heere is just your average dork trying to survive life in his suburban New Jersey high school. When he swallows a pill-sized supercomputer called The Squip that promises to bring him everything he desires most, he is transformed from complete geek to the coolest guy in class. But is being the most popular guy in school worth the risk?

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COLTS NECK COMMUNITY BAND

Presents FREE Spring Concerts The Colts Neck Community Band is now in its 13th season. This group of talented area musicians has been hailed as one of the finest community bands in the state of New Jersey. Members possess a wide range of musical backgrounds, from accomplished amateurs to seasoned professionals, and range in age from high school students to senior citizens. The band is under the guidance of Musical Directors Rich Grossman and Kelly Tyma who, along with conductors Don Swinchoski and Mel Chayette, lead the group in a diverse musical repertoire of marches, classical music, show tunes, and pop music.

The band will present two concerts this spring. On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 7:30 p.m., the band will perform at Colts Neck High School, located at Five Points Road in Colts Neck. Among the works the band will present are Festive Overture by Dmitri Shostakovich; the Die Fledermaus Overture by Johann Strauss, Jr.; Just A Closer Walk With Thee; selections from the musical Chicago; Mambo (from West Side Story); and The Stars and Stripes Forever, by the “March King,” John Philip Sousa.

The band will also perform Alpine Euphoniums, a hauntingly beautiful duet featuring soloists Brad Gates and Sarah Drew.

Vocalist Cheryl Parker joins the band in performing They Can’t Take That Away From Me by George and Ira Gershwin, and Hoagy Carmichael’s Stardust. Cheryl has performed extensively throughout the area and currently sings in three big bands and several jazz combos. Since the age of 4, Cheryl has been singing music from many genres and styles including opera, classical, theater, gospel, blues, big band and jazz. Cheryl is a registered nurse and works in Consumer Healthcare research.

On Thursday, June 4, 2015, the band will perform a free open air concert in Monmouth County’s beautiful Thompson Park, located on Rt. 520 in Lincroft at 7:30 p.m. in the Activity Barn.

Don’t miss the opportunity to see this wonderful band in concert. Mark your calendars now to see their amazing performances! Admission to all concerts is free; tax-deductible donations are welcomed and are always appreciated.

Musicians interested in joining the band may contact Rich Grossman at 732.833.7373 or artslovers@aol.com.

Section openings are limited, and an audition is required for all potential members. For additional information, please visit the band’s website at www.coltsneckband.org and like us on Facebook.

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Holmdel Cub Scout Packs Hold Annual Blue and Gold Ceremony

ON FEBRUARY 20, 2015, Holmdel Cub Scout Packs 131 and 331 held their annual Blue and Gold Ceremony at Satz School. The Blue and Gold ceremony signifies the end of a boy’s Cub Scout journey and the beginning of their tenure as a Boy Scout, and is an evening of celebration honoring the scouts’ achievements. The Blue and Gold ceremony is held every February during Boy Scouts of America’s (BSA) anniversary month and draws its name from the Cub Scout colors - blue and gold.

At this year’s ceremony, a record 22 boys from four dens advanced to Boy Scouts by crossing over a wooden bridge to be met on the other side by their new BSA troop. Troops 131, 331 and 454 received them, with each scout having chosen their troop based on their shared interests. They received from their troop their new neckerchief to kick

off their Boy Scout adventures. These outstanding youth were active in Cub Scouts for over four years, and each had completed numerous civic and charitable service activities. They had fun at campouts and camp-ins on the carrier USS Intrepid, battleship USS New Jersey, Franklin Institute, Lakewood Blue Claws Stadium, American Museum of Natural History, and each local national, state and county park, as well as hikes, skating, skiing, and more throughout the five state area. Each scout had a wealth of experiences from earning their awards. Many of the boys were also presented an award called The Arrow of Light. This is the highest possible rank earned in Cub Scouts and is a significant honor.

To earn it, each scout completed at least seven required activity badges (many earned quite a few more than that!) and participated in an overnight campout and visit with their Troop.

The evening included a welcome message from Holmdel Mayor Eric Hinds, the flag ceremony by a scout-led color guard, award presentations, warm send-offs for the advancing scouts’ parents, and a musical skit performed by the scouts. The event concluded with desserts and refreshments for everyone. It was a wonderful evening full of laughter, proud parents, and very happy “newlyminted” Boy Scouts. Best wishes to all!

Register Now for Holmdel Recreation Summer Day Camp JOIN YOUR FRIENDS for a summer of games, sports, arts & crafts, theme weeks, water activities, special events, trips and more! This program is open to Holmdel children who have completed Kindergarten to children who have completed sixth grade. Proof of age (birth certificate) and residency required. Registration is now open. The camp runs Monday through Friday, June 29th through August 7th at W.R. Satz School from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. If you register before June 2, 2015, fees are $260 for first

child and $225 for additional child, after June 2, 2015, fees are $285 for first child and $240 for additional child.

There is also a CIT (Counselor in Training) Program for 7th grade to 16 years old, which has a fee of $105.

For more information, contact the Recreation Office at 732.946.2820 x1225, email recreation@ holmdeltownship-nj.com or visit https://register. communitypass.net/holmdel to register.

Colts Neck Pet Fair to Benefit Make-A-Wish® New Jersey THE COLTS NECK PET FAIR, sponsored by The Furry Friends Foundation in Association with Performance Canine Association, will be held on May 23rd and May 24th, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Bucks Mill Recreation Area, in Colts Neck. There will be dozens and dozens of rescue groups, pet specific vendors, dog agility, dock diving, lure coursing, charity softball tournament,

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petting zoo, food vendors, giveaways and so much more!

Admission to the event is $12 for adults; $5 for 65 years or older and children under 12; free for children under five and dogs! All proceeds will be going to Make-A-Wish® New Jersey.

For more information, email info@coltsneckpetfair. org or call 703.973.1139. Like Colts Neck Pet Fair on Facebook today for updates.

St. Leo the Great School 8th Grader Won First Place in Local Essay Contest REECE HORNECK, an eighth grade student from St. Leo the Great School in Lincroft, was the First Place winner in the Monmouth County Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) 2015 American History Essay.

Over 790 essays were submitted from both public and private schools in Monmouth County.

Additionally, he came in third place on the New Jersey State level. He was presented with a certificate and Daughters of the American Revolution medal.

In honor of the 125th Anniversary of Ellis Island, the theme for 2014-15 was: “Imagine you are a

child traveling through Ellis Island in 1892. How would you describe your experience to a cousin who has never heard of Ellis Island?”

Students were required to create a fictional character and write about what it would be like to be processed through Ellis Island. This is the second time Reece Horneck has won the DAR essay and he was just thrilled this time as the last. The DAR society presented a warm and welcoming ceremony at Shrewsbury Borough Hall on April 13, 2015. The Horneck family is very grateful to the Daughters of the American Revolution for this wonderful opportunity.

Reece Horneck with Liz Dunnell of the DAR Chapter Regent at Shrewsbury Borough Hall.

Colts Neck Library’s MAY PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Maximizing Social Security Benefits Seminar Thursday, May 14th at 6:30 p.m.

Getting the most out of Social Security requires being properly informed. Join us as we explore some of the best strategies to maximize your benefits. The program will be followed by a question and answer session. Presented by Richard Donado & Richard Gunderud of The Professional Economic Growth Group of Edison. Registration is requested for this program.

Spanish and Argentine Flute and Classical Guitar Live Concert Performance | Saturday, May 16th at 2:00 p.m.

Join us for an afternoon of classical and Spanish/Argentine music as well as selections of American folk songs! Marjorie Koharski, FluteMaster, a member of The Monmouth Symphony Orchestra, and former faculty member of The Monmouth Conservatory of Music along with Dr. Keith Calmes who has been coined a “master musician” by Guitar for the Practicing Musician Magazine will be performing. Registration is not needed for this program, but seating is on a first-come-first serve basis.

Afternoon at the Movies Still Alice (2014)(PG-13) 101 minutes Wednesday, May 20th at 2:00 p.m.

Alice Howard, happily married with three grown children, is a renowned linguistics professor who starts to forget words.

When she receives a diagnosis of Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease, Alice and her family find their bonds thoroughly tested. Her struggle to stay connected to who she once was is frightening, heartbreaking, and inspiring. Starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin and Kristen Stewart.

“MEDICARE 101” Presentation Thursday, May 28th at 7:00 p.m.

Too many people find themselves reaching retirement age with little or no information about what Medicare is and what options are available to them. This presentation makes Medicare much easier to understand and helps you prepare to make informed decisions about the future of your health care.

Topics include: • The Four Parts of Medicare: A, B, C and D • How and When To Enroll • Medicare Advantage Plans (Part C) • Medicare Supplements (Medigap) • How Prescription Drug Plans Work (Part D) A question and answer period will follow. Presented by Carlos Colon, certified Medicare consultant, Family Focus Financial Group. Registration is requested for this program.

SPECIAL CHILDREN’S EVENTS Pre-register for all special children’s events Be a Weather Forecaster - Ages 3 and up Wednesday, May 13th at 4:00 p.m.

Create a craft that will tell the weather that day.

Read to Misty, our Therapy Dog - Grades K and Up Wednesday, May 20th at 4:00 p.m.

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to our therapy dog. Bring your favorite book, or choose one from our shelves.

LEGO ® Club- Grades K and up Wednesday, May 27th at 4:00 p.m.

A LEGO® story and then construct your own creation. Save a memory of it by taking a photo on Mom’s smart phone.

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 @ www.facebook.com/ColtsNeckFriendsOfTheLibrary

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LEFT TO RIGHT: Ex-Lincroft Fire Captain Rob Matthew and Lincroft Fire Company President Michael Nimon were on hand to help out the Ladies Auxiliary.

STANDING LEFT TO RIGHT: Tracy Nimon, Auxiliary President Bridget Matthews, Aimee Russo, Lucy Kennelly, Kerri Doherty. SITTING LEFT TO RIGHT: Secretary Mary Jane Kelly and Joyce Hatter. Missing from photo are Vice President Maria Dunn and Treasurer Gayle McKnight.

Lincroft firemen and friends attended the Hi-Lo in support of the Ladies Auxiliary.

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Ladies Auxiliary Hi-Lo Game Members of the Lincroft Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary held their annual Spring Hi-Lo Game on March 27, 2015. Over 80 people attended, which helped to make the fundraiser a very successful evening. Auxiliary President Bridget Matthews said, “The money raised will be used to provide equipment, social functions for the Firemen and their families and also any items needed for the Ladies Auxiliary to help the men when they are on standbys.”

The evening is geared towards fun and socializing with friends. Guests bring their own beverages and their snacks range from veggie and cheese platters to homemade desserts. Longtime Auxiliary member Lucy Kennelly said, “The ladies look forward to this, especially the silly prizes when they win. It’s great fun and there is always laughter, joking, and munching!” Many of the 20 gift baskets that were raffled off during the evening were donated by local businesses. The baskets included a bouquet of fresh flowers; numerous scratch-offs; a childthemed basket; golf-themed basket; gift cards; and many more great items. The winner of the 50/50 was thrilled to receive $205.

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opened her prize to find a box of chocolate crunch candy. The prize for Christine Nolan was a set of grilling plates; and Mary Mahoney opened a striped plastic cup with attached curly straw. Many more prizes were given throughout the night and the guests enjoyed each one of them.

“We are very thankful to the community for coming out to support us twice a year at our Hi-Lo. It is wonderful to hear all of the laughter and see everyone have such a good time. And at the same time they are benefiting the Fire Company,” said President Matthews. She added, “Many people are not aware that Middletown Fire Fighters are volunteer and each fire company gets only a small budget from the town and the rest of their needs are met by contributions from the community. On behalf of the Station 10 Ladies Auxiliary and Fire Company, I would like to personally thank all of our members who help out, our vendors who contribute to our events, Community Magazine and Susan Murphy for always covering our events and most important, the people that attend our events and for all they do to support us."

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BOTTOM LEFT: Annabelle Zasowski of Colts Neck played Katie (the daughter) in Hello Flo’s First Moon Party video, which went viral and has had over 30 million views! If you haven’t seen it, check it out at www.youtube. com/watch?v=NEcZmT0fiNM.

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S U CC E S S F U L C A R E E R WITH JUST ONE YEAR OF AUDITIONS UNDER HER BELT, thirteen-year-old Annabelle Zasowski is eager to try it all – commercials, Nickelodeon, ESPN, MTV web series, and now a movie!

The Colts Neck resident attends Professional Performing Arts School (PPAS) in Manhattan and is in the eighth grade.

She loves to cook and play Lacrosse, and when not auditioning, she loves to hang out with her friends, especially the ones in New Jersey. “Acting and singing have gotten in the way of these things but it’s all worth it because they are the only things that make me feel the most like myself,” shared Annabelle.

Acting was always her passion but she never tried it.

Annabelle said her sister was the one into singing and acting, while she focused on sports. She explained how all that changed. “One day my grandfather passed away and I didn’t feel like sports was my thing anymore. He came to every single game and he was a big part of that for me so at the time it was too painful to play. Then I accidentally fell into singing and then acting and here we are today!” Although Annabelle began auditions when she was 12, her first job was at age 10 when she did a voice over for YMCA of Greater New York with Dutch Productions. Her first audition was for a Red Lobster commercial. She wasn’t nervous and was surprised to get a call back. “Even though I didn’t get it, I was not, and never will be deterred,” said Annabelle.

Another great opportunity was playing Katie, the daughter, in Hello Flo’s First Moon Party video, which went viral.

According to Annabelle, as of mid-April, the video has had close to 31 million views. “This was actually surreal for me because I had no clue it was going to go viral! I think I expected no more than 100,000 and it completely exceeded my expectations!” She added that another “really cool” thing to happen was when she did a video for a popular YouTube channel run by The Fine Brothers. The video was of the elders reacting to the First Moon Party, and as of mid-April there were close to three million views, said Annabelle.

Annabelle recently played Emily, a teenage daughter, in AT&T’s newest commercial. “This was an amazing experience not only because it is a national commercial that plays constantly on every channel, but I was flown to Los Angeles for three days to film it with all expenses paid. I loved working with everyone on set, both cast and crew members; and was really excited to be working with “Lilly” from AT&T.” Some of Annabelle’s other credits include a Nickelodeon short called Hall Stars in which she played a tough, popular hall monitor named Jo Kale. A Monster High commercial in which she played Katie, a werewolf, promoting Nickelodeon’s new “BOOvie” Frights, Camera, Action! Four Denny’s commercials in which she played a girl in four different school settings that explains many different educational ways to enjoy Denny’s combination meals. “That was really fun considering I had four different wardrobe changes in the four separate commercials.”

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aired but was “really fun to work on!” Annabelle said she just recently finished filming an MTV web series SMS. “I play Lyla Green, a young girl who is actually the boss of a social media crime stopping department. The funny part about the whole concept is that I am the boss of a group of adults! This was released in April.”

Two current projects are filming a commercial for a new Despicable Me toy by the end of April and filming a new movie, Five Doctors. “I play a teenage student named Amber. I was fortunate enough to film this movie with a great cast and crew including the amazing Bobby Moyniham from Saturday Night Live. The three co-writers/co-directors of the film are Matt Porter, Phil Primason, and Max Azulay. It was absolutely great working with them!”

Annabelle believes going on all of the auditions is well worth it. “I think working in movies, shows and TV commercials has made me a more mature person. I am now treated like an adult and I can completely handle it. I work very long hours and travel often, but I have to act mature and responsible. It’s nothing I can’t handle, though. I love working long hours, and traveling and meeting new people. It’s really not a big struggle like some would think because this is something that I absolutely love doing. Of course sometimes I get tired, but it is the price I have to pay if someday I want to be a famous singer and actress.

I have always been a confident, outgoing and fun girl, now acting and singing has just let me show that to the world!”

Her advice to anyone who would like to do what she does is given with strong conviction. “If it’s something you really want to do, you can never give up. You are not going to get every job you go out for or even a call back for everything. I didn’t, of course. But then I just shake it off and keep going and don’t stop until I get another job, and another and another. You also just have to be yourself and not be afraid of anything. That’s what people will love the most about you, and they can tell whether or not you’re confident and being yourself. Because at the end of the day, if you don’t get that job, you can just keep trying until you get another one.”

Annabelle’s parents are her strongest supporters and assist her in following her dream. Her mother Nancy said, “I think the greatest part of this experience is that it hasn’t changed her in the slightest. Annabelle was always a free spirit and very confident but more so compassionate and caring and she has remained so in spite of her success.” Annabelle said of her father, “My Dad is my voice and acting coach and all of the credit for what I achieve is thanks to him.”

Annabelle thanked Community Magazine (CM) for giving her this wonderful opportunity to share her passion and the success she is achieving with her singing and acting career.

If you know someone doing something extraordinary in your community, please email us at info@communitymagazinenj.com today. Community Magazine (CM) would love to feature them in one of our upcoming issues.

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Spring Bean Salad

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Spring Bean Salad

Mandarin Orange Salsa

Ingredients - 1 Can – White beans - 1 Can – Wax beans - 1 Can – Green Beans - 1 Can – Chick Peas (garbanzo beans) - 1 Red onion sliced Dressing - ½ cup oil - ½ cup cider vinegar - ¼ cup sugar - 1 tsp garlic – chopped - ¼ tsp. salt - 1/8 tsp. pepper Drain beans of liquid and place into bowl. In separate bowl combine dressing ingredients and whisk together. Pour dressing over beans and lightly mix till all beans are coated. Cover bowl and place in fridge. Before serving give salad a good mix. We recommend making this salad the night before serving to allow dressing to marinate and maximize flavor.

Mandarin Orange Salsa

Anise & Dandelion Salad

Ingredients - 6 Mandarin Oranges, peeled & sectioned - 4 Ears of ‘grilled’ Corn* - 1 ½ red onions, chopped - 2 Cucumbers, peeled and chopped - 1 Red Pepper (dice small) - 1 Yellow Pepper (dice small) - 1 Green Pepper (dice small) - ½ cup Dried Cranberry Dressing - 3 oz. White Balsamic - 3 oz. Honey - 3 oz. Oil - 3 oz. Lemon Juice - Salt & pepper to taste - ¼ tsp oregano

*Place corn on hot grill, turning over periodically looking for light color.

When cooled, husk kernels off cob.

Combine all ingredients into a bowl. In separate bowl whisk together all dressing ingredients. Pour dressing over corn and mix till evenly coated. Cover bowl and place in fridge. Before serving give salad a good mix. We recommend making this salad the night before serving to allow dressing to marinate and maximize flavor.

Anise & Dandelion Salad

ALL RECIPES WERE PROVIDED BY DEARBORN MARKET IN HOLMDEL. Located at 2170 HWY 35 in Holmdel, it has grown to become a full-service grocery store and garden center, run by 3rd and 4th generation family members today. For more information, visit them online at http://dearbornmarket.com.

Ingredients - 4 Heads of Fresh Anise (Fennel) – Sliced - 2 Bunches of Dandelion, (In spring ask for local wild dandelion) - ½ bag Carrots, peeled and sliced thin, julienned - ½ bunch Celery, tender the better, 2 ½” julienne pcs.

- 1 Red Pepper - 1 Yellow Pepper, cut into 2” julienne pcs.

- 1 Green Pepper - 1 Red Onion – sliced thin Dressing - 3 oz. White balsamic - 3 oz. Honey - 3 oz. oil - 3 oz. Lemon Juice - Salt & Pepper to taste - ¼ tsp oregano Dandelion can be very sandy so be sure you soak and rinse until water is clear.

In a bowl combine all ingredients. In separate bowl combine and whisk together dressing. Pour over salad, mix together till all ingredients are coated and serve!

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LEFT TO RIGHT: Perkins CEO Jeff Warne, Perkin’s Hazlet co-owner Ted Koczon, Perkins Hazlet co-owner Mike Marshall, and Perkins COO Jim Frank at Perkins brand conference in Minnesota in February 2015 where they received the award for being ranked #1 overall in guest satisfaction nationally.

FOR 20 YEARS NOW, Mike Marshall and Ted Koczon have owned and operated the Perkins restaurant on Route 36 in Hazlet. Combined with their 60 years restaurant experience, it’s no surprise that they have learned a few things along their journey.

“It starts with the staff,” said Marshall, “without them, we would not have achieved this goal.” That goal was being ranked #1 overall with guest satisfaction within the entire company for 2014.

“We have been fortunate to have an awesome community to serve,” said Koczon.

“I didn’t thing that much about the achievement until we were presented the award in front of the entire company at our brand conference in Minnesota this past February,” said Marshall.

The two owners have a distinct advantage over most of their competition since Koczon is a certified chef and Marshall is out in the front of the house to greet the guests. “Our guests have a lot of choices out there today than ever before,” added Marshall.

Koczon expressed, “We are grateful for our wonderful staff (some who have been with us for 20 years) and our guests, definitely looking forward to another 20 years!”

Annual Colts Neck Youth Fishing Derby Set for Early June THE ANNUAL COLTS NECK YOUTH FISHING DERBY will take place on June 6, 2015 at Bucks Mill Park, Colts Neck. The fishing derby is open to Colts Neck children age 14 and under.

All participants must provide their own fishing gear and bait.

Fishing will take place at two ponds at Bucks Mill Park. The

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LEFT TO RIGHT: Backrow: Miss Burke; Thomas Wang, Marlboro; Dylan Servilla, Rumson; Jonathan Guiffre, Colts Neck;Zachary Basile, Middletown; Shayna Cohen, Holmdel; Alexa Kulawiak, Middletown.

Front Row: Jacob Fradkin, Manalapan; Lucas Bruckmann, Freehold; Hanna Gazdus, Rumson; Michael Zhang, Middletown; Jessica Abbott, Union Beach.

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derby will run from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Awards will be presented for the smallest, largest, most unusual, longest fish and the most fish caught. There is no fee to participate in the derby and pre-registration is not required. For more information, visit www.cnrecparks.com.

APPROXIMATELY 153,000 STUDENTs from all 50 states and 20 foreign countries recently participated in the 2015 National Latin Exam. Receiving highest honors and gold medals and summa cum laude certificates (answering 36-40 correct) for the eighth grade class were Hannah Gazdus with a perfect score and Zach Basile. Jonathan Guiffre and Dylan Servilla received silver medals and maxima cum laude certificates for scoring 32-35 correct out of 40; while Lucas Bruckmann received a magna cum laude certificate. Jessica Abbott and Shayna Cohen received cum laude certificates. OHA seventh grade students, Michael Zhang, Jacob Fradkin, Thomas Wang and Alexa Kulawiak each earned a ribbon and an outstanding achievement certificate on the Introduction to Latin exam by scoring 37 to 39 correct. Receiving achievement certificates in the seventh grade were Liam O’Hara, Stephanie Zhou, Leah Wilson-Lyons, Jason Wang, Catherine Barone, Aron Wiener, Alexa Malson, Sarah Maes, Erin Gilfillan, Aoife Picadio, Emma Nagy and Jake Rutkowski.

The National Latin Exam is offered under the joint sponsorship of the American Classical League and the National Junior Classical League.

The ACL/NJCL National Latin Exam has been approved by the National Association of Secondary School Principals and placed on the Advisory List of National Contests and Activities.

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I HAVE TWO exceedingly good people and terrific lawyers as partners. When Patricia E. Apy and Bonnie M.S. Reiss joined with me to form our firm more than nineteen years ago, I could hardly have imagined what a wonderful personal and legal odyssey we would share. Last month we all traveled to the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. to share another adventure.

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David Goldman drove his five year old son, Sean, and his wife, Bruna, to Newark airport in June 2004 for their flight to Brazil to visit her family. He expected them to return three weeks

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David’s heartache was vividly captured in numerous newspaper and television accounts, as were his frustrating and largely fruitless travels to Brazil. However, through his love for Sean and his determination to get him back, the hard work of Trish and his Brazilian attorneys, and the intervention of the Supreme Court

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Local Doctors Provide Relief to Syrian Refugees Story Susan Murphy

TOP LEFT PHOTO Dr. Salem Samra with his patient Reem. She had sustained a shotgun injury to her arm that had caused a paralysis in her right hand. Dr. Salem and Dr. Said Samra performed a tendon transfer surgery to help restore function in her hand and removed 16 pieces of metal shot from her arm.

TOP RIGHT PHOTO Clockwise from left: Dr. Said Samra, Dr. Bassam Kashlan, and Dr. Salem Samra perform a nerve graft harvest from a patient’s leg in preparation to transfer the graft to his forearm. This was to reconstruct the nerve after a shrapnel injury.

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DR. SAID SAMRA AND DR. SALEM SAMRA of the Samra Group in Holmdel recently returned from a humanitarian mission in Amman, Jordan where they provided surgical treatment to Syrian refugees in need. The week-long trip, from March 6 to March 14, 2015 was the second mission for Dr. Salem Samra and the first out-of-country mission for Dr. Said Samra. Also traveling with the doctors was retired general surgeon, Dr. Bassam Kashlan of Ocean, New Jersey.

“Salem, along with Dr. Kashlan and I responded to a request from the Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) to help in providing reconstructive and plastic surgical procedures, as well as hand surgery helping numerous Syrian civilians, victims of the war in my birth country,” explained Dr. Said Samra. They were assisted there by local Syrian expatriate surgeons working in Jordan, noted Dr. Salem Samra. While Drs. Said and Salem Samra and Dr. Kashlan formed the surgical team, there were also thirty doctors and nurses from around the United States who shared their specialties to help those in need.

In coordination with SAMS, Dr. Said and Dr. Salem hand-delivered approximately $100,000 in medical aid and equipment to a local charity hospital treating Syrian refugees in Jordan. “This was a gift to the hospital from the Syrian American Medical Society – Tri-State Chapter (NY/NJ/CT).

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mer Electric Dermatome and Mesher. These are instruments used for skin grafting procedures which are critically important to burn victims and others with war wounds,” said Dr. Salem Samra.

Bayshore Community Hospital and the Wound Care Center at Jersey Shore University Medical Center donated much-needed supplies. The Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation (MTF) donated a much-needed Acellular dermal matrix that was used in the management of complex extremity and abdominal wounds.

“Our individual surgeons contributed personal donations including contributions from our surgical practice (The Samra Group). In total, we carried in excess of 500 pounds of supplies in suitcases, which including the state-of-the-art dermatome, mesher and needed accessories to perform skin grafting. These supplies were not available there previously and were delivered to the Hospital where we worked,” said Dr. Said Samra.

The doctors noted that non-surgical care was provided at the Zaatari refugee camp in trailer-like facilities and tents, while surgical procedures were done at the Makased Hospital, a not-for-profit entity. The youngest person treated was five and the oldest was 56. They had war wounds consisting of burns, as well as hand and facial injuries.

After the initial screening of patients, the doctors operated every day, performing 34 procedures on 15 patients, noted Dr. Salem Samra.

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“The charity hospital had modern anesthesia equipment and x-ray capability. We were given two operating rooms to work in simultaneously. Many of the modern amenities in an American operating room were missing such as microvascular surgery instruments and an operating microscope. We made due with the instruments we were given and performed microsurgical cases while there using our own surgical loupes,” explained Dr. Salem Samra.

He added that the surgeries included lower extremity reconstruction, reconstruction of facial deformities, complex flap closure of pressure ulceration, tendon transfer, contracture release with skin grafting, nerve reconstruction with nerve grafting, and much more.

“This type of work is rewarding for both patient and surgeon. These people are civilians: men, women, and children caught in a war zone. They are honest people, friendly and hospitable yet they are facing a desperate situation.

They are not terrorists. They are families living in a refugee camp or slum with little to no resources. Providing them health care to give them some measure of relief in their daily life is a privilege and an obligation for us as doctors.

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Drs. Said and Salem Samra noted that any medical services that can be provided at no cost to the Syrian people is welcomed and desperately needed. SAMS (the Syrian American Medical Society) has an excellent organization on the ground in Jordan that can help coordinate medical mission trips and anyone with medical expertise interested in helping can participate.

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38th Annual Bayshore Greek Fest OPA! Kimisis Tis The- draw a crowd, cigar rolling demonstraotokou Greek Ortho- tions, and a medley of Greek inspired dox Church is proud cocktails, like our Ouzotini. Partake in to host their 38th An- a collection of traditional Greek pastries nual Bayshore Greek such as Baklava, Diples (thinly rolled Fest! Once again being dough, fried in a honey-based walnut held on our church syrup), Galaktobouriko (farina custard grounds in Holm- rolled in filo with syrup), and unique to del, the Bayshore Greek Fest will be the Bayshore Greek Fest, Ouzo Cake occurring from Thursday, June 4, 2015 and Baklava Sundaes, all while enjoying through Sunday, June 7, 2015 - rain or a professionally frothed “Frappe” (Greek iced latte). Historically served to the shine!

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The Bayshore Greek Fest is enthusiasus DJ on Sunday. Boasting an eclectic group of vendors with specialty jewelry, astically offering a select lunch menu on clothing, icons, and Greek delights, the Friday, June 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 Bayshore Greek Fest will be utilizing p.m. For the latest ordering and menu their indoor facility for seating, and new option, visit www.greekfestivalholmdel. this year, cooking demonstrations. Also com.

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Citizens Enjoy Hunterdon Hills Playhouse

“ABIE’S IRISH ROSE” was a hilarious play that the Colts Neck Seniors went to see at the beautiful Hunterdon Hills Playhouse in Hunterdon County. Fifty-five members boarded the bus at Town Hall on March 18, 2015 and arrived at the Playhouse in time for a lovely luncheon. There were several delicious choices and everyone enjoyed their selection, along with baskets of homemade breads. Then came the “piece de resistance” – a sumptuous dessert buffet – a room full of bite size desserts, which gave them the opportunity to sample many different kinds.

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garden descriptions and a map to assist you in navigating the town’s gardens. In addition, there are free Garden Talks each morning at 9:30 a.m. at Keyport Borough Hall, registration is required by emailing info@keyportgardenwalk.org as seating is limited. Keyport offers ample free municipal and street parking in addition to plenty of dining and shopping options.

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DINNER CHURCH May 26, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.

This is a new venture in our church, but one that was started by the early church 2000 years ago. People are welcome to arrive at the church’s new Fellowship Hall at 6:00 p.m., and light a candle as they enter. Then each person will help prepare a simple meal. With songs, prayers, and discussion the meal is shared, ending with communion. We will plan to hold this on the 4th Sunday of each month. Come and see if it feeds your soul.

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G I R L S ’ L A C R O S S E T E A M S P R AY TO G E T H E R On Monday, April 13, 2015, the Saint John Vianney High School (SJVHS) and Red Bank Catholic (RBC) High School girls’ lacrosse teams came together at mid-field on the SJVHS Turf Field before the start of their game to pray.

The SJVHS and RBC teams along with their coaching staffs, gathered in a circle at mid field as Catholic Athletes for Christ. All of the spectators in attendance were invited to join in a moment of silence, followed by saying the Our Father.

SJVHS Assistant Athletic Director, Mr. Pat Smith said, “This is a great experience for both teams, they are living the SJVHS Mission as Catholic Athletes for Christ.”

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The Martha Mary Guild is going to try something new and exciting on Wednesday, May 13, 2015. Members are donating new and gently used household item such as: books, jewelry and Christmas decorations to be auctioned off. The following things cannot be accepted – clothes, shoes, linens, textbooks, large electronics, sports equipment and large play equipment. Kindly limit your “loot” to two bags or boxes, and bring them to Madonna Hall on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Two of our members, Susan Coleman and Angela Kinlin will surely make it a lot of fun as our Auctioneers! After the auction, we will enjoy a buffet lunch provided by a local caterer, courtesy of the Guild.

Not only is this going to be a day of laughter and good food, but it will also benefit various charities. Proceeds, after expenses, will be added to the treasury for our annual spring contributions to organizations that benefit women and children. Items that are not auctioned off will be donated to local Thrift Shops. Also, attendees are asked to please bring a new beach towel to donate to the summer camp of “Destinies 4 Kidz’.

All ladies of the Parish are welcomed to join us at 9:30 a.m. for the rosary and 10:00 a.m. for the Auction. Kindly call Linda Hayne at 732.946.7259 or email her at Gardenlyn@ aol.com, so she will have the correct count for lunch. For more information, visit www.stmaryscoltneck.org.

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Here in Colts Neck, the Lions Club is busy sponsoring events that raise money for various charities and they are engaged in community service. You will find the Lions involved in upcoming community events such as The Colts Neck Pet Fair and The Colts Neck Fair. And they host fundraisers such as, The Motorcycle Poker Run, The Pancake Breakfast, The Country Western Dance and The Kentucky Derby/Wine Tasting We would like to thank the many sponsors of our events and remind them that the Lions Club is a 501c3 organization.

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MIDDLETOWN SOUTH FOOD TRUCK FEST & FAMILY FUN NIGHT May 8, 2015

JERSEY SHORE FOOD TRUCK SHOWDOWN May 23 to May 25, 2015

Don’t miss this first annual event that will offer a multitude of Food Trucks, live bands, a corn-hole tournament, acrade truck and several other family-friendly activities from 5:30 to 10:00 p.m. Located at Middletown HS South. For more info, email MiddSouthFoodTruckFest@gmail.com.

Sample delights from the most popular food trucks. Crafters, vendors and live music.

Gates open at 11:30 a.m. For more info, visit www.monmouthpark.com

LATE SPRING FLEA MARKET AT ALLAIRE VILLAGE May 9, 2015

A delightful collection of various handmade crafts from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Huddy Park, Highlands. For more info, visit www. highlandsnj.com.

Located at Historic Allaire Village, Wall from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (rain date May 10) For more info, visit www.allairevillage.org.

2ND ANNUAL SUPERHERO FUN RUN May 30, 2015

Check out the ponies on Opening Day at Monmouth Park! Free grandstand admission.

Check website for times & events. For more info, visit www.monmouthpark.com

Grab your cape and assemble your superhero squad for a thrilling adventure through the park! This one-mile fun run is anything but ordinary at Doorbrook Recreation Area in Colts Neck. Racers wear their own superhero attire! For more info, visit www. monmouthcountyparks.com.

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Located in Red Bank, enjoy delicious culinary delights by area restaurants, festival caterers and non-stop entertainment by your favorite regional musicians. River crusises on the Navesink and children’s rides, games and activities. For more info, visit www. redbankriverfest.org.

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OCEAN GROVE SPRING VINTAGE CAR SHOW May 16, 2015 Enjoy over 90 cars and live music on Main Avenue in Ocean Grove. Presented by Ocean Grove CC from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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12TH ANNUAL SPRING INTO SUMMER 5K May 16, 2015 The Spring into Summer 5k is a community event that offers for both the competitive runner as well as families. In addition to the 5k race on a certified course, we offer a 1 mile open run as well as kids races. For more info, visit www.springintosummer5k.com.

SPRING LAKE 5-MILE RUN May 23, 2015 USATF-certified course, race t-shirts for entrants. Jersey Shore Golden Grand Prix Race, benefitting Spring Lake Recreation.

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OCEAN GROVE GIANT SPRING FLEA MARKET May 30, 2015 Over 300 vendors selling new, used and antique items. Sponsored by the Ocean Grove Area CC from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. rain or shine, located on Ocean Pathway in Ocean Grove. For more info, visit www. oceangrovenj.com.

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45TH ANNUAL IRISH FESTIVAL June 7, 2015 Celebrate your inner Irish on a day where everyone has a little bit of Ireland in them! Enjoy Thoroughbred racing, dancing, crafters, food, a pipe and drum competition and so much more! Visit www. monmouthpark.com for more info.

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