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54 From “Kill Auctions” to Sanctuary, One woman’s mission to rescue equines

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Joyful & Thankful Another amazing year has passed here at Community Magazine (CM), and I am so grateful for the support our readers and advertisers continue to give us. I hope you are enjoying our regular features highlighting unique events, inspirational people and educational topics. This month, we had the chance to chat with Ralph Zucker, the mastermind behind the new Bell Works in Holmdel. His vision and ability to see what could be, from what is, will inspire and expand your thinking.

It still amazes me that one person really can make a big difference when the cause becomes a passion. Lisa Post channeled her love of horses into a rescue mission and is now celebrating ten years with the nonprofit she formed, Helping Hearts Equine Rescue. Read about some of her success stories, and in this season of giving, maybe consider donating and becoming part of this local effort to help our equine friends.

As we close on an extraordinary 2017, we look forward to 2018 and all its promise. And upon entering our eighth year of business, we anticipate more opportunities to share the best features, family-fun events, and great businesses that our communities have to offer.

On behalf of myself and everyone at CM, we wish all of you a very merry holiday season!

All my best,

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties (BBBSMMC) held its Annual Gala on October 20, 2017 at Buona Sera Palazzo in Ocean Township. The 19th Annual Gala “Reach for the Stars” honored Food Circus Supermarkets, Inc. & Vice President, Phil Scaduto as the Corporate Honoree and BBBSMMC Board of Trustees member Brian Higgins was recognized as the Individual Honoree.

This exciting evening began with an elegant cocktail reception and silent auction followed by dinner, live music

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“Our agency is grateful to all of our supporters and our honorees Phil Scaduto, Food Circus, and Brian Higgins for their continued commitment and dedication to Big Brothers Big Sisters. Through their generosity, BBBSMMC is able to sustain and expand our 1:1 mentoring programs and provide caring mentors to more children in Monmouth & Middlesex counties,” said William Salcedo, Executive Director.

For BBBSMMC, the Gala is a signature event for raising awareness about the need for mentors as well as the need for funds to sustain and expand their programs.

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Community Volunteer Award Winner Announced THE FOURTH ANNUAL Junior League of Monmouth County Women Making A Difference Community Volunteer Award winner is Kate Okeson from Make It Better For Youth. The award was presented to her by Dorothea Bongiovi and a grant of $1000 was awarded to Make It Better For Youth from the Junior League of Monmouth County (JLMC) in honor of her contributions to the community.

The 2017 Women Making A Difference luncheon was a resounding success. A sold-out crowd of over 240 gathered at The Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury to celebrate the endeavors of the outstanding women volunteers representing 21 organizations. The nominees represented the spirit of volunteerism across Monmouth County: Carol McGraw – 180 Turning Lives Around; Kelli O’Brien – Care to Give; Rosalind Silletto – Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey; Jill Gemmel – Family & Children’s Service; Robyn Flipse – FulFill; Susan Harbison – HABcore, Inc.; Lia Papamarkou – Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County; Donna Edington – Holiday

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Express; Deidre Spiropoulos – Impact 100 Jersey Coast; Virginia Bass – Lunch Break; Kate Okeson – Make it Better for Youth; Lynda Stark – Mary’s Place by the Sea; Carol Filippi – Monmouth County Historical Association; Marianne Ficarra – Monmouth Museum; Kelly Terry – Mya Lin Terry Foundation; Gina Petillo – Parker Family Health Center; Rachael Kanapka – RAGE; Nicole Carlucci – The Associated Humane Society Shelter; Cheryl Ainley – The Peoples Pantry; Jeannine Grasso – The Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide; and Mary Kane – Toms River Field of Dreams.

“I am thrilled at the success of this year’s Women Making a Difference luncheon! The mission of the Junior League of Monmouth County is to promote voluntarism, develop the potential of women and improve our community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. For almost 80 years, the JLMC has been training volunteer leaders and creating positive change by identifying and addressing our community needs. It is wonderful to

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connect with so many other volunteer organizations making a difference in Monmouth County. Each year, this luncheon is a fantastic opportunity to honor these amazing women volunteers and showcase voluntarism and its impressive, wide-ranging impact,” said JLMC President, Karen Saad.

The Junior League of Monmouth County reaches out to women of all races, religions and national origins who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to volunteerism.

Its mission is to promote voluntarism, develop the potential of woman and improve communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

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“THE POWER OF TREES” EARLIER THIS YEAR I wrote about California’s Redwood Forest and the mighty Sequoia trees. I received so much feedback, that I thought I would recycle the message and add some holiday thoughts.

Human beings need to balance the individuality of being a tree, sometimes alone in the forest of life, and the fact that we are all a part of something far larger than each one of us alone.

This is the parable of the majestic redwood trees.

These wonders of the world grow to be over 350 feet tall which is astounding! You would think these trees would have deep root systems in order to support their height, but in reality, their roots only go down about five feet underground. Their roots don’t grow deep, but the root system grows wide and intermingles with the roots from the surrounding trees. The trees find nutrition from one another, and the root systems of the other trees actually hold each other up. No matter what the season, when the wind blows, when the rains come, these trees are supported. In fact, one of the trees in the middle can die, and the strength from the surrounding trees will keep it standing in place almost forever, this is known as the “Petrified Forest” – quite a site to see.

This is a parallel of how people are united. How we hold each other up and strengthen and nourish one another spiritually and emotionally. When we are united together, in our families, our religious and faith communities, our towns and our country - we can withstand the storms of life. Just like these trees support one another, good relationships are compounded. It’s stressful and simpler to do life on our own and the stubborn among us think we don’t need any help from others. But you won’t reach your highest potential by yourself. You meet certain people to be in your life that will strengthen you, encourage you and push you toward your purpose. Together we’re better, stronger, smarter, and more powerful! Don’t think life is a solo act. When we come together in unity, especially during the holidays, our families and the community will be a stronger place, and we as a part of that community will be connected with others like the Great Sequoias able to withstand more adversity and share more joy then the strongest tree standing alone.

As the fall rolled in, we lost one of those very special “trees” in May your home and life be filled October - a gentlemen (and I mean that in the truest sense of the word), with Peace and Prosperity by the name of Anthony Abbatiello. this Holiday Season!

Anthony was a decorated veteran and the winner of multiple stars and three purple hearts (that his three Let me help you make the Right Move! daughters wear around their necks out of a simple quality we call respect). Tony had a list of lifetime ETHINK • Designed to accomplishments and awards far too long to mention.

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Tony held 847.736.3947 court every morning at Perkins in Colts Neck, andCell “chaired” a group of local friends and 732.946.9600 comrades that Office • Global Exposure would discuss items and issues both extremely relevant Chaitali.Amin@cbmoves.com Realtor Associate and not – we called this “The Round Table” (and www.ChaiAmin.com • Service You 847.736.3947 Cell actually played a part in the naming of my monthly Deserve article). If you wanted information, or something done • DESIGN-TO-SELL STAGING 732.946.9600 Office • Support You in or around town or the world – you came to the table MARKETING • INNOVATIVE Chaitali.Amin@cbmoves.com and discussed it - we had enough “rolodex” to usually Can Count On • PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY www.ChaiAmin.com make it happen. Business owners, politicians, military • GLOBAL REACH leaders all came to talk and spend time with us. Tony originated this powerful suburban “cowboy” group Let me help you and welcomed, accepted, (and vetted)Make members with the right move a ceremonial cowboy hat (sorta mafia style when someone gets “made”). But the true gift was that any 998 Holmdel Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733 member of the table would do just about anything for each other and usually for others in need. Each very strong trees in their own right (there was much success around the table), but together as a forest, he created a brotherhood that each of us will cherish for the rest of our lives. It is people and community that create the true gifts not only at the holidays, but forever. So friends at the table will mourn the loss of our “Chairman of the Board”, but we will be forever blessed by simply having known him, learned from him and called him our friend.

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Left to right: Posing for a photo is the Village School PSA Executive Board which includes Jenifer Paulino, Julieann DeMatteo, Christine Bavaro, Erin Ballanco, Danielle Impreveduto, Suzanne Serini, Mandy Carri, Michelle Richards, Jamie Buitrago, Christine Bowden.

THE SIXTEENTH ANNUAL LADIES NIGHT OUT event presented by the Village School PSA was held on November 2 at the beautiful Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury. Over 165 attended the ladies-only event which was open to school parents/guardians and their guests. Holmdel-based DJ Mel and Incredible Soundz entertainment provided the music and the inspiration to dance! dance! dance! – which the ladies fully enjoyed.

Event Co-chairs Julieann DeMatteo and Suzanne Serini were assisted by the PSA Executive Board members and many other volunteers who contributed to the success of the event. Julieann said there was a specific theme for the event. “The theme was ‘Party like a mother!’ We thought the title said it all and we all need a fun night out!” Raffle baskets donated by local businesses, parents, and students included 150 baskets valued at $50 and up; 35 grand prizes valued at $250 and up; and a specialty grand prize this year valued at $1,400. “Some of the smaller items were toy baskets, costume jewelry and clothing. One of the grand prizes was a $500 gift certificate to Disney along with some other fun Disney-themed items. Our specialty prize was a Valentino cross body purse,” shared Julieann.

“We couldn’t be happier with the success of our event, and the support we got from so many in order to achieve it. It’s an honor and privilege to serve on the Executive Board with these amazing women and to contribute to our school and community,” said Julieann. “Our Ladies Night event is one of our biggest and most sought after events by the mothers at Village

School. It is always such a fun night to mingle with all the Moms and teachers from Village,” said Suzanne.

The Co-chairs explained how the funds raised are distributed. “The money goes back to the school, though we don’t make a decision until usually sometime in December. The administration will let us know where our funds are needed the most and our Executive Board then votes on it. An example of what we’ve done was our recent purchase of two “buddy benches” for our playground for those children who might be looking for a friend - the buddy bench is a safe place to look for/wait for one.”

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RUTH HARMS & TOM GROSSE RECEIVE TOP HONORS AT Girl Scouts’ annual Dancing with Our Stars event EIGHT OF MONMOUTH AND OCEAN COUNTIES most influential business people took to the dance floor Thursday, November 16, in a battle to determine who could show off the best moves in front of an audience of more than 275 people and a panel of local celebrity judges.

Frances Keane (left), Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Board President and Eileen Higgins, CEO, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore

Tara Novak, Director of Community Development for Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore (far right) is pictured with some of the Girl Scout of the Jersey Shore’s 2017 Phenom Award recipients - (from left) Jamie Stone, Tracy Mutchiga, Danielle Bagdzinski, Samantha Rice and Kelly Fliller.

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The Dancing with Our Monmouth and Ocean County Stars event at Eagle Oaks Country Club, Farmingdale, raised more than $110,000 for the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. All proceeds benefit programs for girls in Monmouth and Ocean counties to help them grow into women of courage confidence and character, who make the world a better place.

This is the third year for the Girl Scouts’ dance event. The featured 2017 dancers were Ryan and Allyssa Blumenthal, Corinne Jewelers; Don Cowan, Cowan, Gunteski & Co., P.A.; Kevin Fenstermacher, Lakewood BlueClaws; Tom Grosse, Toms River Police Department; Ruth Harms, George Harms Construction Co.; Shawn Michaels, TownSquare Media; and Sam Soprano, C & A Financial Group.

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professionals, were judged by a team of celebrity judges who are also wellknown business leaders: Tom Hayes, New Jersey Natural Gas; Jeremy Grunin, Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation; Carol Stillwell, Stillwell Hansen Inc.; and Mitch Little, Toms River Police Department. To ensure impartiality, Mary Clarke of VNA of New Jersey, stepped in as guest judge for Chief Little when Detective Tom Grosse took the floor.

For the second DeAngelis, Lakewood served as emcee for DeAngelis also danced in 2015.

year, Jim Blue Claws, the evening. in the event

After dancing was complete, two awards were presented. The People’s Choice Award was given to Ruth Harms and her partner Luciano Catelli of Shore Dance Sport. The award recognizes the dancer who raised the most money to support the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore prior to the event.

The top award, the mirror ball trophy given to the dancer judged best in the competition, was given to Tom Grosse and his partner Melanie Miller of Lillian Dean Dance Studio, Toms River.

A Country Christmas PRESENTED BY THE COLTS NECK HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMITTEE Santa Claus will take time out from his busy schedule to pose for free photos taken by guests who should bring their own cameras. Seasonal goodies, hot chocolate, and cider will be provided. The fir tree outside the school is to be replaced

by Chris Short, and will be lit during the afternoon. A small Christmas tree inside the school will be festooned with decorations appropriate to the period.

In addition to its popular maps depicting Colts Neck historic sites, (suitable for framing, $15 each), the committee will be selling its line of commemorative glassware featuring Montrose School and Bucks Mill, created exclusively for the Colts Neck Historical Preservation Committee.

Historic Montrose School at the corner of Montrose Road and Cedar Drive in Colts Neck will open for a traditional Christmas celebration this month.

Photos with Santa Claus, seasonal refreshments, exclusive Colts Neck gift items, and more will fill the historic Montrose one-room schoolhouse from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 10, 2017. The Colts Neck Historical Preservation Committee is sponsoring this free, traditional holiday fest at the school at the corner of Montrose Road and Cedar Drive.

“Our Christmas open house last year was so popular, many have asked us to repeat it,” said Committee Chairperson Lillian Burry, Monmouth County Freeholder Director and former Colts Neck Mayor. “Everyone on the Colts Neck Historical Preservation Committee enjoys preparing and opening Montrose School for special events that highlight our township’s unique role in American history and help keep our local history alive for future generations. We invite everyone to share in the warmth and historic significance of Montrose School during this community celebration.”

Mrs. Burry negotiated the purchase of the school, the only publicly-owned one-room schoolhouse in Colts Neck, for $1 from the township’s former Historical Society over a decade ago. The committee raises funds to continue to upgrade and maintain the school.

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Life seems to slow down in the winter months, so if you are looking to combat those inevitable blues, join a local club and meet some new friends! Here are just a few of the many clubs around:

Newcomers & Neighbors Club of Colts Neck & Holmdel The Newcomers and Neighbors Club is open to all new or long-time residents of Monmouth County and surrounding areas. New members may join at any time. The club provides a social network for members and offers many different activities throughout each month. For information on the club, call 732.577.0875 or 732.530.9543.

Colts Neck Senior Citizens Club Open to all Colts Neck residents 55 and older, this is a busy group who recently took a trip down to the ‘City of Brotherly Love’ and visited the Museum of the American Revolution, as

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well as met at the historic City Tavern for a memorable lunch prepared by Chef Walter Staub, an award-winning chef and culinary historian. Not many people can say they dined at the same restaurant as Jefferson, Adams, Franklin and Paul Revere! For more information on the Club, call President Jack Coppola at 732.933.0720.

Holmdel Half Century Club If you are a Holmdel resident over 50 years of age and would like to expand your recreational and social horizons, you should consider joining the Holmdel Half Century Club, which always welcomes new members. It offers many great social activities for all – including very modestly priced luncheons, day trips, overnight trips, Broadway plays, Atlantic City trips, etc. To join the Club, call President Marilyn Fortunato at 732.946.3125.

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Colts Neck PTO Hosts Fundraiser at Huddy’s STORY SUSAN MURPHY

patio pavilion vibe at Huddy’s with over 120 in attendance.”

Tara has been running this event for the past four years and tries each year to come up with a different theme to mix it up.

There was a full open bar, live music by “The Itch Band,” and a beer stein favor with the Colts Neck PTO logo on it. “We had a Pumpkin Pull Raffle where people had the opportunity to win beer, wine or liquor donated by the Colts Neck Community. We had a 50/50 Raffle that raised $1,225.00. And there were two door prizes - a Jameson Liquor Basket donated by Battleground Country Club and a Medispa Gift Basket,” said Tara.

The Fall Social Committee, left to right: Steve Gimbelman, Carrie Benevento, Crystal Kaplan, Justine Buzzetta, Julie Roth, January Nicoletta, Tara Buss, Nancy Loureiro, Jessica Mangold, Jenn Winkelmann, and Tracy Hagger

HUDDY’S INN IN COLTS NECK provided the perfect place for the annual Fall Adult Social hosted by the Colts Neck PTO on November 3. Event Chair Tara Torchia Buss explained the mission was “to create an unprecedented fun, unique opportunity for Colts Neck parents to meet, network and enjoy their time together with old friends, while creating new friendships. This year’s theme was ‘Fall into Friendships,’ and we went with a casual outdoor

Committee members who assisted with this event were Carrie Benevento, Justine Buzzetta, Amy Dimes, Lisa Fetter, Steve Gimbleman, Tracy Hagger, Crystal Kaplan, Jessica Mangold, January Nicoletta, Sarah Pisani, Emma Ragusa, Julie Roth, and Jen Winkelmann. The PTO Executive Board Members who also assisted with the event were Co-Presidents Patricia Pecoraro and Danielle Gibson; Treasurer Nancy Morin and Assistant Treasurer Kristie Tierney; Amy Dimes, in charge of Fundraising and Sponsorships; Stephanie Collura, in charge of Communications; Vice President Courtney McCormick; and Secretary Marci Klein.

Visit coltsneckpto.org for information on upcoming events.

Lions Club Held Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser describing the playground features as many of the items will involve senses, other than vision. Musical instruments like xylophones and drums will enhance the space. In addition to these and other audible features, the Colts Neck Lions Club will also include misting columns. The total cost of this project is $125,000; to date, the Club has raised just shy of $30,000. The Club is asking for any donation, large or small, and all donations are tax deductible.

THE COLTS NECK LIONS CLUB held its 23rd Annual Halloween Pancake Breakfast, raising over $6,000 which will be going towards the construction of the Lions Sensory Den. The “Den” will be a state-of-the-art playground at Dorbrook Park geared toward the blind and visually impaired. The term “sensory” is important in

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The Colts Neck Lions Club would like to thank all of the sponsors of the breakfast - Perkins Restaurant, Bryant Business Services, Pebble Creek, Huddys, Saker Shoprites, Greenhouse Gallery, Dunkin Donuts, Joseph P. Danek, Tom Orgo, Centra State Medical Center, Sakoutis Bros.

Disposal, the Geneve Family, and Ronnie & Tom Sullivan.

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On October 7, 2017 Tigger House Foundation welcomed over 500 friends and supporters to Edgewater Beach and Cabana Club for a fun and casual night at their Third Annual Fundraising Gala. The event raised over $400,000 and will support Tigger House’s ongoing efforts in the community.

Tigger House Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit named in honor of Richard J. Stavola Jr., “Tigger”, who lost his life to a heroin overdose at 25 years old in 2013, is dedicated to achieving a positive impact by reducing the death rate of overdoses due to heroin and opiate addiction.

Longtime friends and supporters, Anthony Barbero and Maureen Lloyd, were honored for their commitment and contributions to Tigger House Foundation and countless charities in Monmouth County. The Cruz Family received an award for their dedication to participating in every Tigger House event since inception.

“Our son, Rick Jr., who was known to friends and family as Tigger, was larger than life — he had a big heart and a special smile that would light up a room,” said Rick Stavola, who started the Tigger House Foundation with his wife, Lisa, and son Alex in 2013 in memory of their oldest son following his death from an accidental overdose. “If we can help prevent other families from going through what we did, we will have been successful and honored his memory. I believe this partnership with our local hospitals will help save more lives.”

According to the New Jersey Medical Examiner’s office, there were 1,587 drug overdose deaths in New Jersey in 2016, a 21% increase from 2015. Since 2004, more than 6,000 people have died in New Jersey due to heroin. Overdoses have now eclipsed homicides, suicides, car accidents and AIDS as the leading cause of death in this state.

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Holiday Express Celebrating 25th Anniversary with a Record Setting 100 Events, Shows at Basie

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by Tim McCloone, Holiday Express, brings its “Ultimate Holiday Show” to The Count Basie Theatre. Featuring 50 professional musicians and singers on stage, Holiday Express blends its unique mixture of traditional, gospel, and rock’n soul holiday music in a spectacular performance that will touch you with the spirit of the season.

Don’t miss two great nights for a great cause. Tickets are on sale now for December 18th, presented by Stillwell-Hansen Inc., and on December 19th, presented by Investors Bank. Tickets are $125, $75, $60, $50 and $25 and can be purchased at countbasietheatre.org.

All proceeds benefit the non-profit organization, Holiday Express.

Now in its 25th season, Holiday Express is a traveling holiday party, a from-theheart troupe of musicians bringing music, friendship, help and hope to those too often left out in the cold at the most special time of the year. The band normally plays far from the limelight, in sometimes desperate circumstances, and all for absolutely no pay. Made up of more than 100 of the best musicians on the Jersey Shore, the Holiday Express volunteer musicians will play 100 shows between November 6th and Christmas Eve. At each event, the musicians along with several dozen support staff, will deliver not only music, but clothing, food and fun to adults and children in need, including veterans, the mentally and physically challenged, individuals in addiction and recovery programs, the isolated and the homeless.

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The Salt Facial™ is brand new and follows the ‘salt cave’ and ‘Epsom salt’ phenomena. Salt has been used to heal for centuries. We gargle with it when we have a sore throat. We bathe in it when we have sore muscles. The number one question asked about the salt facial is, “Isn’t it drying to your skin?” The answer is, no. In fact, it’s just the opposite. Moisture is drawn to salt. Once the natural salt is used to exfoliate the skin, its secondary intention is to absorb moisture from the topical applied thereafter to reveal plumper, smoother, glowing skin with better results than regular facials, hydra facials and microdermabrasion. Gwyneth Paltrow, Elle Macpherson, Victoria Beckham and Jennifer Lawrence have all been said to use salts as part of their beauty regimen.

SkinPen® is the only microneedling device working towards FDAapproval. Microneedling is minimally invasive, meaning tiny needles puncture the facial or body skin in an effort to purposely damage it. This tricks the body into healing mode. Collagen production begins and the result is plumper and more flawless skin. Secondly, those little holes in your face allow your products to dive deeper into your skin for better absorption. You’ll need 24 hours before you’ll want to apply makeup with this one but it’s worth the day hanging home and catching up on the DVR. Jennifer Aniston revealed her love for microneedling in a 2014 interview with People Magazine.

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The 180 Turning Lives Around Family Justice Center marked its grand opening at the Monmouth County Courthouse. Left to right: Senator Jennifer Beck, Freeholder Tom Arnone, 180 Turning Lives Around Executive Director Anna Diaz-White, Freeholder Director Lillian Burry, Freeholder Serena DiMaso, Freeholder Deputy Director John Curley, and Freeholder Gary Rich.

Family Justice Center Opens in Monmouth County Courthouse Facility to provide services to domestic violence victims

The 180 Turning Lives Around Family Justice Center marked its grand opening at the Monmouth County Courthouse with a ceremony attended by the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, state and local officials and members of the community in October.

“The Board is proud to help facilitate the opening of this important resource in the heart of Monmouth County by making the space available in the Courthouse,” said Freeholder Director Lillian G. Burry.

“By placing the Family Justice Center in the Courthouse, domestic violence victims and their families will be in a safe and secure location that is monitored by law enforcement during all hours of operation.”

The Family Justice Center is a collaborative effort between 180 Turning Lives Around and numerous members of the Monmouth County community to provide victims of domestic violence and their families with crisis support, legal assistance and counseling services all in one safe place.

“Family Justice Centers are a proven model that save lives and improve outcomes for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault,” said Anna Diaz-White, 180’s Executive Director. “We are grateful to Impact 100 Jersey Coast and the Monmouth County Freeholders

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for providing the seed funding and space to coordinate and begin this wonderful, lifesaving collaboration for our county, and to our partner organizations for contributing their staff’s time and talents to this important endeavor.”

The Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders unanimously approved an agreement to provide the space for the Center at no cost.

“It is essential for elected officials to work with the community and organizations such as 180 Turning Lives Around to help our residents that need support,” said Freeholder Deputy Director John P. Curley, liaison to the Monmouth County Department of Human Services. “The Family Justice Center is a great example of what can come from these partnerships and we hope that those in need of the services offered here will take advantage of them.”

Seed funding was awarded to 180 Turning Lives Around by a generous grant from Impact 100 Jersey Coast.

“Impact 100 Jersey Coast is proud to support the Family Justice Center initiative. As a women’s grant making collaborative, we are thrilled that our $145,000 inaugural grant could make this vision a reality. We seek to fund projects that address unmet needs and reach underserved populations,” said Deirdre Spiropoulos, Co-founder and President of Impact 100, Jersey Coast. “The FJC exemplifies those goals and will be an invaluable support for victims of domestic violence. We are truly impressed by the leadership and collaborative efforts of 180 Turning Lives Around and the many other partnering agencies.”

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Victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and human trafficking can go to a Family Justice Center and obtain most of the services they need, the same day. Everyone collaborates in real time, all under one roof.

“These victims deserve efficient, effective and compassionate care, which is exactly what they will receive at the Family Justice Center,” said Freeholder Serena DiMaso, Esq. “I had the opportunity to tour other Family Justice Centers in the state and I knew that it would be a great resource for Monmouth County victims of domestic violence.”

A Family Justice Center is proven to reduce homicides, reduce recidivism, reduce the barriers and fragmentation of service and they reduce trauma and the re-victimization of victims and their children. Family Justice Centers increase victim safety and increase conviction rates.

“I’m proud to have worked closely with 180 Turning Lives Around to help create Monmouth County’s first ever Family Justice Center –one of only four in New Jersey. As a former rape crisis advocate, I know the work that 180 does is critically important for our communities,” Senator Jennifer Beck said. “The new Monmouth’s Family Justice Center will coordinate resources like counseling, legal services and family support into one location so domestic violence and sexual assault survivors will have easier access to those services. Today would not have been possible without the hard work of our many dedicated 180 volunteers and staff; I am very proud to have played a role in supporting their efforts.”

This will be the fourth Family Justice Center in New Jersey. The others are located in Essex, Morris and Union counties.

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Meet Your Neighbor, Marilyn Schlossbach

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Let’s start with the newest restaurant opening and rebrand in Rumson, now known as Russell & Bette’s. This American French-styled eatery adds to her long list of business interests, including Langosta and Labrador lounges, APYC, and Catering by Marilyn to name a few. Add in current community projects like Food For Thought by the Sea, her Community Food Truck initiative, a ketchup creation for Kula Café and an inaugural cookbook entitled “Eat This Cookbook.” Exhausted yet?

Thankfully, Marilyn isn’t thanks to her passion for kitchen creativity, collaboration and community.

Food For Thought By the Sea is a 501(c)3 that elevates neighborhood unity and food sustainability by teaching area kids how to source and prepare healthy food for themselves and their neighbors. Food For Thought provides skills development and a sense of optimism for area kids that need encouragement in the culinary arts. This nonprofit is also raising funds to buy a food truck that will be a community fundraiser on wheels for other notable nonprofits w ith w orthy m issions. G et o n the bus at foodforthoughtap.com to join their generosity fundraising campaign. You can also catch up with Marilyn on her new ketchup recipe to help fund the interfaith neighbors’ collaboration that feeds and trains culinary kids from their organic gardens. Lastly, her cookbook that has been brewing for several years sounds like the perfect recipe for a visual, contextual and tasty delight for readers. This latest work of art will devote each of its eleven chapters to eleven charities that align with Marilyn’s vision on how to make the world a tasty and better place.

So, how does one woman deliver all this but maintain sanity and a sense of focused purpose? She’s got an intentional strategy that supports her mind, body and spirit. Marilyn starts each day with an outdoor walk to create head space for the productive hours ahead. An avid audiobook fan, she fuels her knowledge bank while cashing in on physical movement.

She meets regularly with husband, Scott, to long term plan and stay connected to purpose. Marilyn’s favorite way to recharge is in far away places with her family in warm waters under a beating sun. These trips restore her but also provide fresh and invigorating ideas for her menu momentum. She shares that her leadership style is firm, no nonsense but notes that her nurturing style has been informed by the joyful arrival of her five-year-old twins. She embraces the notion that being present and empowered by who she is today keeps her grounded and going forward fully charged on all levels in service to her mission. It’s no irony that the essence of her work originates from the Sanskrit word “Kula”, which seeks to embrace the “community of the heart.” Sounds like a delicious recipe for success and satisfaction. Well done! Learn more about work in motion at foodforthoughtap.com or marilynschlossbach.com.

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Highest Girl Scout award earned by fourth and fifth grade girls

The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore honored 303 Girl Scouts from Monmouth and Ocean Counties with the Girl Scout Bronze Award on November 1, 2017, at the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore’s Program Activity Center in Farmingdale.

The Bronze Award is the highest recognition for achievement in Girl Scouting for girls in grades 4th through 5th. It is earned by Girl Scouts who demonstrate extraordinary leadership through sustainable and measurable Take Action projects that address important community needs. Combined, the Girl Scouts honored on November 1 volunteered more than 6,000 hours while earning the Bronze Award. The Bronze Award is also the first of Girl Scouts’ three highest awards.

“The Girl Scouts’ highest awards are more than a patch or badge on a vest; they make a life-long impact,” said Eileen M. Higgins, CEO, Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. “Girl Scouts who earn our highest awards report greater success in reaching their goals in many areas, including higher education and careers, life skills and community involvement.”

It’s never too late to become a Girl Scout. To learn how to get involved and discover additional opportunities offered by Girl Scouts, visit jerseyshoregirlscouts.org/join.

Cadette Troop 214 from Colts Neck earned its Bronze Award through a project titled “Donations for the Military” in partnership with Operation Shoebox. The girls banded together to collect supplies, packaging and shipping care packages to U.S. troops based in Iraq, Afghanistan and other Middle East countries.

Colts Neck Teen Helping Children in Need Daniela Olt, a 15-year-old Colts Neck High School student, started her own charity in 2010 when a powerful earthquake hit Haiti. Called Daniela’s Wish, the 501(c)3 non-profit has a mission to help children during times of tragedy or sadness by providing items they have lost or need. Most recently Daniela partnered with the New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association Hockey Team to give out gifts to young patients at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch.

“I started Daniela’s Wish when I was just seven-years-old,” Daniela shares. “I got the idea after an earthquake hit Haiti; I saw a scared little boy on TV and knew that I had to do something to help him and the other kids who were left with nothing.

Left to right: Mike Schultz (and his daughter), Andrew Ragati, John Lecreux, Kristen Kuhi (Child Life Specialist I collected over 1,000 boxes of cookies, 300 new stuffed animals, and sent them at Monmouth Medical Center) and Daniela Olt of to Haiti so that each child could feel a little less scared.”

Daniela’s Wish.

Five years ago when Hurricane Sandy destroyed so much of the New Jersey Shore, Daniela got to work collecting more than 3000 books and various gift cards, items for schools, libraries, and displaced families. She has since granted countless wishes to local children and has a partnership with local hospitals such as Jersey Shore Medical Center, Monmouth Medical Center, and CentraState Medical Center. Daniela’s Wish visits pediatric patients three times each year with 150-200 toys to help the children and their families get through their most difficult times.

Daniela’s Wish Board is comprised of parents and professionals from our community working as volunteers to raise funds with the goal of making a positive difference in the lives of children. 100% of all donations goes directly to granting wishes to children, or to aiding organizations such as United Way, Making Strides for Breast Cancer, autism awareness, or to families that lost everything in a tragedy.

To learn more about Daniela’s Wish, visit danielaswish.org or its Facebook page, “Daniela’s Wish”.

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One Man’s Vision Entrepreneur of the Year, Ralph Zucker, Creates Bell Works in Holmdel

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Ralph Zucker is always looking to the future. A real estate developer and business man, he visualizes new things in old spaces in a way others either ignore or can’t imagine, and employs hard work and persistence to bring ideas into reality.

Awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year 2017 Visionary Award by leading global organization EY, Zucker was recognized for his efforts to identify a solution for Bell Labs and to have taken an architecturally and historically significant building and transform it into Bell Works.

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Those of us who have grown up in

Monmouth County are familiar with the

When Lucent failed in 2006, Bell Labs was all but abandoned.

old Bells Labs; we all know someone who

Few, if any, saw a future for the

worked for Ma Bell or have a friend who

sprawling and dilapidated Bell Labs

climbed the ladder of the water tower

campus that had at one-time produced

on a dare. But the giant steel and mirror

the

building did more in 1962 than forever

satellites, and the Internet. But Zucker

change the landscape of rural Holmdel.

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the world map while employing thousands

Zucker has spent his life transforming

of workers and producing some of the most

old to new based on the concept of new

astounding technologies and research.

urbanism.

It all came to an abrupt end in 1982 when

a federal judge ruled Ma Bell a monopoly

overarching themes carrying the project,

and ordered the company to be broken

stem largely from a concept that I’ve long

on what was the largest vacant office

apart. By 1996 AT&T was looking for a

studied called new urbanism,” Zucker

building in the United States,” Zucker

buyer and sold to Lucent Technologies.

shares. “My background is rooted in the

says, “especially in an era where office

large-scale design and creation of places

floor plans are shrinking and there are

that are designed to foster collaboration

fewer “mega tenants” like Bell Labs to

and cross-pollination among the people

repopulate the building. Our most notable

and businesses contained within. Eero

effort came when we hosted ‘a town center

Saarinen’s

clean,

for one night’. We invited thousands of

expansive atrium, which we envisioned

stakeholders to enjoy an evening inside the

as a pedestrian street, created a space

vacant building, and simulated what Bell

that was specifically geared toward these

Works’ pedestrian street might ultimately

exact goals. To me, it was begging to be

look like. We invited a host of local

adapted into a mixed-use environment.”

eateries, retailers, and community leaders

six-story

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challenges, and learning from the past

The event’s huge success and attendance

has served Zucker well. Taking setbacks

really captured the hearts and minds of

as opportunities has enabled him to

everyone involved, which ultimately has

grow through difficulties. One lesson

been our greatest achievement.”

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new

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Bell Works taught was the importance of

communicating a vision.

“Both the greatest challenge and achievement has been working with all of the relevant stakeholders to realize the vision for Bell Works,” Zucker says.

“We needed to effectively share our story with everyone rightfully invested in the future of this property. The challenge for Somerset was finding ways to effectively communicate the plans for Bell Works so that we were building anticipation while dispelling misinformation.”

But it wasn’t just the local community

that had questions. Zucker found both opposition and curiosity from the business

“The motivation for Bell Works, and the overarching themes carrying the project, stem largely from a concept that I’ve long studied called

new urbanism”

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An important addition to Bell Works for the community-at-large happened early November with the opening of the Holmdel Library and Learning Center.

The state-of-the-art 18,000 square-foot facility is three times the size of the former library and will include multiple conference and meeting rooms, extensive database resources, book and magazine collections, as well as permanent historical exhibits honoring Bell Labs and Holmdel Township.

“This tenant is particularly special as it serves as a reminder of how, even as Bell Works evolves into a regional destination, it remains a deeply integral part of the fabric of the Holmdel community,” Zucker says. “I’m proud and excited to welcome the library to Bell Works’ increasingly

diverse environment as it offers a uniquely dedicated, public-facing destination for all visitors to learn, collaborate, relax, and enjoy.”

The Bell Works concept of a Metroburb is truly blossoming with leases for more than 75 percent of the available office space signed. November brought the first anchor tenant in iCIMS, a leading provider of innovative Software-as-a-service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions. When Zucker began the journey he was determined to turn the iconic two million-square-foot Bell Labs into a tech hub and urban-style destination in the heart of suburbia.

The addition of more retail businesses will soon bring multiple dining options, including a food hall, coffee shop and restaurant, as well as childcare services,

gym and fitness center, salon, hotel and more.

“The addition of iCIMS brings hundreds of workers to the space,” Zucker says. “This past year we’ve also welcomed the new headquarters for cloud-based business management and fleet management solutions company WorkWave and other prominent commercial tenants such as Guardian Life Insurance, Acacia Communications, Jersey Central Power and Light, MetTel, McCann Systems LLC, NVIDIA Corporation, Spirent Communications and more. It’s been extremely fulfilling watching the building come to life again, finally reaching its potential as a one-of-akind, unconventional space which is once again fostering collaboration, innovation,

Holmdel Township and Somerset Development Introduce the Holmdel Library & Learning Center

Early November the residents of Holmdel were invited

to a ribbon-cutting and tour of the 18,000-square-foot Holmdel Library & Learning Center housed within Somerset

Development’s Bell Works. Designed by Arcari + Iovino Architects, the new library includes a variety of educational components, in addition to an 80-seat meeting room, and state-of-the-art technology throughout the facility.

The library was built as part of a $1.7 million deal

between Holmdel Township and Somerset Development, with Somerset providing $1 million toward the project. To

From left, Somerset President Ralph Zucker, Congressman Smith’s Chief of Staff Jo Schloeder, Freeholder Serena DiMaso, Freeholder Director Lillian Burry, Holmdel Mayor Greg Buontempo, Holmdel Deputy Mayor Pat Impreveduto, Holmdel Committeeman Michael Nikolis, Holmdel Committeeman Eric Hinds, and Holmdel Committeeman Tom Critelli

The new library features:

• An exhibit honoring Bell Labs, AT&T, and the history of Holmdel Township

• Free, on-site access to digital research and reference tools

being built along Crawfords Corner Road to span the one-

• Subscription-based resources for law, medicine, arts, entertainment, employment, grants, and politics

to use the library; New Jersey residents are eligible to apply

• A lounge, charging stations, and sitting areas for 80 people

connect Holmdel High School to Bell Works, a sidewalk is mile distance. Bell Works tenants will receive a guest pass

for a free internet pass to access all online materials; and residents of Holmdel will have borrowing privileges as well as access to online resources with their library card.

• Multiple meeting and conference rooms • Access to more than 100 magazines

• A dedicated children’s and teen wing

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and creativity for everyone who steps inside the doors.”

Married to Denise, with whom he shares seven children and eight grandchildren, Zucker believes deeply in teamwork. When asked about his many achievements, including the Entrepreneur of the Year 2017 Visionary Award, Zucker credits the hard work of many.

“I appreciate the accolades, but really it’s all about a commonsense approach and a great team of dedicated people,” Zucker says. “I’m gratified to be surrounded by so many individuals who believe in our vision and work tirelessly to make it a reality.

It’s an honor to receive recognition for something I feel so passionate about, especially regarding Bell Works.”

His eye forever on what comes next, Zucker is currently revitalizing a community in Aberdeen.

I’m gratified to be surrounded by so many individuals who believe in our vision and work tirelessly to make it a reality.

“GlassWorks is well underway, and we believe it’s going to be yet another engine for the region,” Zucker shares.

“What makes the project especially unique is that GlassWorks is being developed and designed to foster walkability and urbanism but also create a welcoming neighborhood environment. Unlike other traditional developments, our approach offers a scalable rental community and seamlessly blends rental and for-sale opportunities. Plus, with its prime location in the heart of Aberdeen, a wonderful, close-knit community, we believe it’s going to become a living destination for all generations, from young professionals to families, to seniors.”

Locals Cheated on their Hairdresser for a Good Cause, Raised Funds for Hurricane Relief

More than 200 people attended Cuta-Thon for Hurricane Relief hosted by Salon Concrete of Red Bank, on October 30, 2017 at Bell Works in Holmdel to help those in need after Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria. The event raised more than $11,000 for the Professional Beauty Association’s Disaster Relief Fund and involved other Monmouth County organizations, such as Hometown Heroes and Yoga Peace Kula of Belmar and Howell.

The owner of Salon Concrete, Christine Zilinski, believes in business owners giving back to the communities in which they work and part of her business model is to encourage other business owners to become more involved. Soon to be opening her second salon location in Holmdel as part of Bell Works, Zilinski has begun establishing her business as part of the local fabric.

Understanding that there are many individuals who would love to help a good cause but often do not know how to get started, Zilinski reaches out to clients and other hairdressers. Fifty From left, Ralph Zucker, Christine Zilinski, and Freeholder Serena DiMaso area hairdressers from various salons donated their time to provide the PHOTOS Tom Zapcic Photography haircuts. Salon Concrete’s cut-a-thon also included an education component where stylists paid $50 to learn from selected New York and Los Angeles professionals.

“For me it’s about getting people to have a sense of responsibility about owning a business,” Zilinski says. “As business owners we are able to reach so many people. The average person may interact with 50 people in a week, whereas I’m interacting with more than 700. We should be the ones to bring our community together.”

Having owned and operated her salon in Red Bank for more than 15 years, Zilinski is excited to expand into another Monmouth County location, but more so specifically as part of Bell Works this coming March.

“We want to be part of Bell Works because of the entrepreneurial spirit Ralph Zucker has created there,” Zilinski says. “The mindset is progressive and is about helping the community, each other, and fostering personal and professional growth.”

Ralph Zucker, founder of Somerset Development and the visionary behind Bell Works, has had a big impact on Zilinski and her way of thinking.

“In one of my conversations with Ralph he shared such an important piece of wisdom about having the courage to follow-up on an idea. He told me that when all the naysayers say it isn’t possible, and they will, listen to what your gut says because it always tells you the truth. That was so powerful. So many try to instill their fear in you, but not Ralph Zucker. He’s a visionary for sure.”

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You’ve likely seen Greg outdoors, on the line – regardless of the heat, the cold or the harsh weather conditions. That’s because he’s dedicated to ensuring reliable energy for JCP&L customers. Of course, Greg is used to the outdoors. In fact, he prefers it. Greg grew up in New Jersey surfing on Monmouth County beaches, boating locally and playing ice hockey on area rinks – three activities that he, along with his family, still enjoys today.

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Impact 100 Jersey Coast Class of 2017

Make an IMPACT

The Mental Health Association of Monmouth County and Covenant House New Jersey Selected as 2017 Impact 100 Jersey Coast Grant Recipients

In just two years, the philanthropic women behind Impact 100 Jersey Coast, a volunteer-driven organization, have awarded grants totaling $391,000 to nonprofits serving Monmouth County. At its 2017 Annual Meeting held on November 15, 2017, nearly 250 women gathered to hear presentations from five nonprofit finalists where they voted to award Covenant House New Jersey and The Mental Health Association of Monmouth County as Impact’s 2017 recipients, each receiving grants of $123,000. After hearing such deserving presentations, OceanFirst Foundation awarded the three runner-up finalists, American Littoral Society, The Community YMCA, and New Jersey Repertory Company, grants of $1,500 each.

Founded by Deirdre O’Brien Spiropoulos and Heather Burke, along with nine other founding members, the group surpassed all expectations in 2017 with membership of 246 women who each donated $1,000 to make an impact within their community. 100% of each donation goes towards the grants.

Jim White, Executive Director of Covenant House New Jersey (CHNJ) said, “The Impact 100 grant is a significant gift for Covenant House, in fact, a game changer. We can now move forward with our plans to complete the important work we are doing in Asbury Park.

We were moved by all the presentations and salute Impact 100 for their commitment to the local community.”

CHNJ aims to help young people in Monmouth County struggling with homelessness by providing them with a safe and clean place to live in Asbury Park, where they can develop the skills and attitudes necessary to transition to a positive living environment.

Mental Health Association of Monmouth County (MHAMC) plans to use these funds to continue its suicide prevention efforts in schools throughout Monmouth County through the Lifelines program.

MHAMC can comprehensively train the faculty and administrations of these schools to teach students to reach out to a trusted adult for help for themselves and their friends. In doing so, they are able to change the school culture.

Susan Tellone, Vice President of Programs and Community Education at the MHAMC, said, “The Impact 100 grant truly benefits

Left to right: Wendy DePedro (Executive Director of The Mental Health Association of Monmouth County), Mary Riley (Impact 100 Jersey Coast Health and Wellness Committee Chair), and Susan Tellone (Vice President of Programs and Community Education, MSN, BSN, RN).

Left to right: Suzy Gilbert (Impact 100 Jersey Coast Children & Families Committee Chair), Grace Yannakakis (Children & Families Committee Vice Chair), Kevin Ryan (Covenant House New Jersey President & CEO), Jim White (Covenant House New Jersey Executive Director), Lauren Cesario (Children & Families committee member), and Kim Willemstjn (Children & Families committee member).

our community. Personally, suicide prevention is my passion. It is my life’s work and it is the mission of MHAMC to remove the stigma that prevents so many from seeking help early, especially our youth.” “The women of Impact 100 are truly making a difference in the lives of so many in Monmouth County. Their annual meeting was truly amazing and inspirational. The grant process was thorough and although challenging at times, culminated in a wonderful learning experience for our organization,” said Wendy DePedro, Executive Director of MHAMC.

“The generosity of the community has been overwhelming,” said Spiropoulos. “Together we are truly making an impact to meet the needs of local nonprofits right in our own neighborhoods.” A total of 52 local nonprofits applied for the 2017 Impact 100 grant. “Our collective goal for 2018 is a membership base of 300 women or more so we can award three grants of $100,000 each,” added Spiropoulos.

Membership, which is renewed annually, is open from now until March 15, 2018. For more information about Impact 100 Jersey Coast, visit impact100jerseycoast.org.

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DIVORCE TALK: TAX REFORM?

BY PET E R C . PA R A S , E S Q.

I hate to be the bearer of bad tidings during this season of good tidings, but if you’re divorced or getting divorced in New Jersey it may cost you significantly more if the House Republican tax reform bill is enacted into law.

This isn’t a political statement. It is a statement of pure fact.

For years alimony has been includable as income on the recipient’s income tax return and deductible by the payor. Effective January 1, 2018 the proposed tax bill would eliminate the deduction, thereby shifting the tax burden to the payor and making the payments tax free to the recipient.

Current law allows the payor (typically the spouse with the higher income) to save taxes at the higher tax rate by using the deduction, while shifting the tax to the recipient (generally at a lower tax rate). This provides a way to pay more alimony (because of the deduction) while allowing the recipient to net more (because of the lower tax rate). This has been a commonly used tool in divorce settlements for decades.

Shifting the tax burden to the payor would inevitably lead to lower alimony payments because the payor would be required to pay

the tax bill. As if that doesn’t present enough problems, what about couples who were divorced before the new tax law? Would their agreements be affected? The answer probably is yes. Payments made after January 1, 2018, even if made under agreements reached before, would be taxable to the payor. That may create such a significant economic impact on the payor in some cases that it would constitute a substantial change in circumstances leading to a modification (i.e., a reduction) of alimony by the Court. And, what about the f loodgate of litigation that may be unleashed in such cases long after the parties thought they had settled?

And there is more. The proposed bill would impact New Jersey residents in several other ways. State income taxes would no longer be deductible. This would lead to higher federal income tax liabilities, resulting in fewer net dollars for the divorced or separated family already struggling to support two households on the same amount of income.

Caps would be imposed on property tax and mortgage interest deductions. That would also result in a bigger federal income tax bill and fewer net dollars for some families. Deductions

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for interest on student loans, an increasingly large part of the way many parents finance their children’s college educations, would be eliminated. Contributions to 401K Plans, another tax saving device, would be capped and medical bill deductions would be eliminated.

Although tax rates would be reduced, most independent analyses conclude that New Jersey residents would pay more. Divorcing couples would shoulder an even greater burden.

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But youngsters lined up after Halloween at Newman Springs Dental Care carrying sugary treats in boxes and bags. To help prevent cavities and other unpleasantries associated with excess sugar consumption, the dental office offered its 7th annual Halloween Candy Buy Back, a few days after “trick or treat” day. Children brought their excess spoils in exchange for $1 per pound turned in, flashing toothbrushes and snacks.

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“All collected candy was boxed up and sent to troops overseas,” said Dr. Aparna Menon. The children also wrote letters to the soldiers to include with the packages. “Most youngsters were willing to part with their candy, with some even turning down the money.”

The event yielded 127 pounds of candy. Lucille Springer and Ronnie Miccuilla of American Recreational Military Services (ARMS.org) will make sure that the candy gets to our troops in individualized packages. The employees of this Lincroft practice donated toothbrushes and floss so the candy could be enjoyed without guilt. The event was cosponsored by Comcast Spotlight.

Drs. Mitchel Friedman and Aparna Menon of Newman Springs Dental Care emphasize general family dental care as well as cosmetic procedures. They offer several sedation options for the phobic dental patient. For more information, call 732.978.4523, or visit them on-line BestLincroftDentist.com.

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on research and personal experience, she covers everything related to overshopping and managing a wardrobe, including: reprogramming the way someone shops for clothes, mastering closet organization and making what’s inside someone’s closet work for them, stopping shopping triggers before they can do more harm than good, how to stop owning clothes that aren’t being used, explaining how to create a personalized wardrobe, and enjoying the results.

Researchers have reported that up to 6% of Americans are shopaholics, and Deerwood was one of them. As

Author Helps People Conquer Their Shopping Addiction After Holmdel resident Lisa Deerwood conquered her shopping addiction, she started channeling that energy into helping others kick their buying habits. Is it really possible for shopaholics to recover from shopping addictions and walk away with a wardrobe that they love? Yes, it is, and Lisa Deerwood’s book, Shopping Brake: Proven Tips to Stop Shopping Wrong, and Start Shopping Right for a Wardrobe You Love, explains how to do it. The guide strives to put an end to shopping too often for the wrong types of clothes while also helping someone shape their wardrobe into something that they not only love, but also use.

a professional research scientist, Deerwood has spent years examining problems and finding solutions, then processing the information so that the results mean something to an outside audience. She turned her focus onto conquering a shopping addiction, using herself as the test subject.

“I began doing wardrobe challenges turning the focus not only onto my behavior inside retail stores, but also at home, inside my walk-in

Deerwood breaks down shopping into individual parts so the behavior can be managed over time. Drawing

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closet,” Deerwood explained. “Then one day my ‘Darling Husband’ (DH) gave me a new wardrobe challenge to do, we called it The DH Closet Challenge. I emptied out my entire closet, then slowly added in clothes as I wore them over time. It took me 13 ½ months to complete the challenge.”

And by the end of that time period, Deerwood had culled over half of her wardrobe, and finally conquered her shopping addiction.

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I began doing wardrobe challenges turning the focus not only onto my behavior inside retail stores, but also at home, inside my walk-in closet

“When you look inside your closet and see how much clothing you actually use, compared to the clothes that are still waiting to earn their place inside your closet, you finally see how little you need to own and how important what you buy really is,” Deerwood said. This allowed her to start working on techniques to change how she shopped inside retail stores as well. With an organized closet and a new approach to shopping for her wardrobe, Deerwood set her sights on something new - helping others to do the same thing. “That’s why I wrote this book,” Deerwood said. “So that someone like me can learn how to stop shopping wrong, and start shopping right for a wardrobe they will love.”

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Frances Foundation’s Annual Gala

Local Brokerage Gives Back this Season to Lunch Break

STORY SUSAN MURPHY

Pediatric Cancer Warriors gather on the stage

The Frances Foundation For Kids Fighting Cancer held its thirteenth annual Gala, “Carnival Against Cancer,” on October 21, 2017 at the Ocean Place Resort in Long Branch. The men and women attending the elegant formal affair wore red, black or white evening attire, which fit in with the carnival theme. The guests of honor were the pediatric cancer warriors’ and angels’ siblings, who received VIP treatment. More than 940 guests and volunteers attended including 52 pediatric cancer families.

The Frances Foundation’s mission statement strives to alleviate a child’s pain and suffering with a special gift, gesture, or even a few special moments. The Foundation also provides financial assistance to families needing help due to their child’s fight against cancer. Frances Foundation President, Executive Director and Founder Robert “Bob” Heugle said, “Our gala brings special joy and happiness, and an immensely enjoyable evening filled with delicious food, cocktails, music and dancing, to all of our guests.”

During the past year, Frances Foundation has sent warriors’ and angels’ families to Aruba, Miami, and Mexico; as well as to numerous sporting and other events. Heugle noted that the Foundation delivers the best of smiles, in many ways, at the worst of times. “We pay mortgage, rent, utilities, gas and vehicle, and other household bills, to allow our families to financially survive in the midst of their devastating nightmares. We are in our families’ corners from the very start of their fights; and they became part of The Frances Family.”

Heugle shared, “This event raised approximately $170,000 for our year round smiles and financial assistance efforts, including about $60,000 which we donated that night for our pediatric cancer families’ dinners and our gifts to the children. More important than the money are the countless proud smiles on the children’s faces at our gala.”

Visit www.francesfoundation.net for further information about this organization.

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EXIT Realty made an open call to the community to give back this holiday season, and its call was answered with over 200 pounds of food! EXIT Realty East Coast collected nonperishable food items in the month of October for Red Bank-based Lunch Break. As a Janice Troiano (left), EXIT Realty East Coast Office Manager and caring community, Lunch Break Robert Shirvanian, EXIT Realty freely provides food, clothing, East Coast Broker, want to thank life skills and fellowship to the community for donating to its those in need in Monmouth food drive this holiday season.

County and beyond. They strive to break the cycle of poverty for those they serve and guide their community members in need to self-sufficiency and healthier, more productive lifestyles. They serve everyone with compassion and dignity.

“EXIT Realty East Coast would like to thank everyone for their generosity and participation in the Food Drive Benefiting Lunch Break located in Red Bank, NJ. We couldn’t do what we did without you. Your kindness may seem simple to you but it means everything to someone in need,” said Janice Troiano, EXIT Realty East Coast’s Holmdel Office Manager.

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Saint John Vianney High School National Letter of Intent Signing Day

Saint John Vianney High School (SJVHS) participated in the NCAA Letter of Intent Signing Day on November 8, 2017 in the SJVHS Gymnasium. Five SJVHS student-athletes signed letters of intent to continue their education and athletics in college. For girls basketball, Madison Doring of Sayreville signed to American University and Sarah Furch of Hazlet signed to the United States Military Academy West Point. For softball, Lindsey Baron of Matawan signed to Monmouth University and Antonia Pacillo of Cliffwood signed to Misericordia University. For girls lacrosse, Alexa Mavica of Colts Neck signed to Stevens Institute of Technology.

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DECEMBER 12th AT 11:00 A.M.

Please join in for a special event, Ask a Memory Care Specialist, presented by Millennium Memory Care Director Galina Markovich. This program helps seniors and caregivers better understand memory issues and learn about community resources. Ms. Markovich uses a specialized “Memory Screening” system to determine the levels of memory loss and other potential problems. The system uses unique tools and a range of scores to pinpoint specific issues and recommend action or resources to help. Attendees are free to participate in the screening process or simply ask questions to learn more about this important topic. Registration is REQUIRED for this event by calling the library at 732.431.5656.

DECEMBER SPECIAL CHILDREN’S EVENTS

If you are looking to turn over a new leaf in the new year, you may want to consider becoming a certified Master Gardener in 2018.

The Monmouth County Master Gardener Program is the way for you to become a certified expert in all things related to home gardening. The deadline to apply is January 2, 2018.

“As a Master Gardener trainee you can get indepth, hands-on training in horticulture from the best in the field – Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service professional staff and their associates at Brookdale Community College and the County Park System,” Freeholder Director Lillian G. Burry said. “The program includes plant biology, propagation, soil science and pest control.”

After completing your classroom and hands-on training, as a Master Gardener graduate you can share your knowledge by conducting garden lectures, demonstrations, school and community gardening projects, telephone diagnostic service for callers and research.

To enroll in this Master Gardener program, you must live in Monmouth County, be available to attend 10 weeks of classes and make a commitment to providing gardening information and services to the community.

Classroom sessions will be held from February through May on Tuesday and Thursday mornings beginning February 22, 2018. At the conclusion of the classes, all Master Gardener trainees give 60 hours of volunteer time in horticultural projects and answering calls on the County’s “horticulture helpline.” Those who complete the training become certified Master Gardeners.

The application can be downloaded from the County’s website at visitmonmouth. com. Be sure to click on the Department link to the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service. You can also pick up a copy at the Cooperative Extension Service office at 4000 Kozloski Road in Freehold, or call 732.431.7260 to request an application be mailed to you. There is a $250 fee to cover material and program costs.

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Happy Holidays!

DECEMBER 13th AT 4:00 P.M. Celebrate at the library by visiting Santa Claus; telling him what your wishes are, and making a candle craft to hang on your door or tree.

Read to Peaches, Our Therapy Dog DECEMBER 20th AT 4:00 P.M. Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Bring your favorite book or try one from our shelves!

LEGO® Club DECEMBER 27th AT 4:00 P.M. Hear a LEGO® story and make your own LEGO® creation.

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The Library will be closed on Monday, December 25th for Christmas Day and Monday, January 1st for New Year’s Day. 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 – Colts Neck Friends of The Library.

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ADOPT A CHILD’S WISH FOR THE HOLIDAYS The Ashley Lauren Foundation (ALF), a local non-profit organization dedicated to bringing hope and help to children throughout New Jersey who suffer from cancer through financial, material and emotional support, is seeking individuals, businesses or corporations who are interested in providing a “Christmas Wish” to a child who is suffering from cancer.

“The holiday season is very meaningful to The Ashley Lauren Foundation. Our ALF Family Holiday Party is one of many programs offered to the children and their families.

It is a beautiful, fun-filled day for the children and their families to forget about their cancer and enjoy the holiday season,” says Program Director Nancy Kolakowski.

If you would like to adopt a child’s wish or contribute towards a wish for the holidays, visit the “Holiday Wish List” at ashleylaurenfoundation.org today.

The Ashley Lauren Foundation is also part of the AmazonSmile program.

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A Note from CILU The Board of Citizens for Informed Land Use (CILU) wishes good tidings to all this holiday season. We hope you will join us as we begin the New Year with the annual Friends of Holmdel Open Space (FOHOS) walk through the Ramanessin Brook Conservation Area, CILU’s first successful land preservation effort. The walk, led by former mayor and CILU member, Larry Fink, will begin at 10:00 a.m. on New Year’s Day at the Holmdel Park Arboretum. For more information, contact Janet at janet.jackel@att.net.

CILU has had a busy year partnering with other community groups to prevent loss of open space and protect our watershed. We have been fighting the New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) plan to put a major gas regulator station on Holmdel Road and JCP&L’s plan for high voltage transmission lines alongside the NJ Transit train tracks just feet from people’s properties. CILU is monitoring township efforts to put hundreds

of homes in four areas of town, which will have a major impact on Holmdel’s future. For information on these and other issues, view our video recordings of Holmdel Township Committee meetings. Search “CILU Holmdel” youtube.com or visit holmdel-cilu.org. We routinely videotape municipal meetings for those who cannot attend and want to stay informed on township matters.

CILU will hold a panel discussion in January on the land use issues currently facing our town. We look forward to seeing you there as well as at the FOHOS walk on New Year’s Day.

Happy Holidays!

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World Wide Flash Mob Dance Promotes KINDNESS in Red Bank On November 12, 2017, over 200 dancers took to the streets of Red Bank to promote KINDNESS, uniting with over 120 cities, 50 countries and 15,000 participants. Life Vest Inside, a non-profit organization on a mission to empower and unite the world with kindness, sponsored this World Wide “Dance for Kindness” event. This flash mob dance is a part of the global celebrations that inspires, empowers and educates people of all backgrounds to lead a life of kindness, showing that regardless of the differences in race, religion, ethnicity culture and background - the common thread that unites us all is kindness.

“Neighborhood Love Notes” were written with chalk throughout the

streets by participants reminding onlookers that a simple act of kindness can change the life of another. Posters created from the Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade students from the Red Bank Charter School were displayed throughout the businesses on Broad Street between White Street and Mechanic Street.

Local resident Terese Rölke and Red Bank’s DFK Group Leader for the past several years said, “People participating in this event absolutely love the experience and come back each year for this event! It brings local families and individuals together as one caring, loving, compassionate community, spreading the message of kindness.”

The Turning Point Hosts Fundraiser to Benefit LADACIN Network The Turning Point Restaurants, with several upscale breakfast, brunch and lunch eateries and known for their creative offerings and friendly staff, hosted a fundraiser on the first weekend of November to benefit LADACIN Network.

The Turning Point locations in Long Branch, Little Silver, Holmdel, Manalapan, Brick and Sea Girt hosted “Eat, Drink and Be Caring…Serving the Mission of LADACIN Network”. It was the twelfth event hosted by the Turning Point, and $21,107 was raised over one weekend this fall to support LADACIN Network’s educational, therapeutic, social, residential and support services. An overall total of $163,943 has been raised since the event began in 2007.

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LADACIN by promoting the fundraiser to restaurant patrons. In return for a donation of $20 or more to LADACIN, the Turning Point offered guests gift cards for free entrees on a future visit.

LADACIN Network serves over 3,500 infants, children and adults with complex physical and developmental disabilities or delays in Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

Kirk Ruoff, owner of the Turning Point Restaurants, presents a check to LADACIN Network from their recent fundraiser, “Eat, Drink and Be Caring”, to Executive Director Patricia Carlesimo with a Schroth School student and Amy Cerulo, Principal at the Schroth School.

Happy Holidays Peace & Prosperity in the New Year

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From “Kill Auctions” to Sanctuary One woman’s mission to rescue equines STORY LILIANN PARAS

Lisa Post owns the Chestnut Ridge Equestrian Center in Monmouth County. She also runs Helping Hearts Equine Rescue (HHER), where she rehabilitates horses and other equines destined for slaughter.

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Many have since been adopted after rehabilitation, and those that have not enjoy a pretty cushy life at Chestnut Ridge. How fitting that right here in Monmouth County, where horses are so much a part of our culture, our state animal is finding comfort and love.

In the bucolic setting at Chestnut Ridge, it is easy to overlook the very special work going on. Visitors are greeted by free roaming hens and crowing roosters. Turn your head, and you will notice goats large and small grazing. Look up, and cats are slipping through the barn eaves to greet you and get a pat on the head. Abi the bulldog bounds out of nowhere to escort visitors between barns. Once in the barn, the rescued starling startles as it calls for the kittens. Jumbo rabbits sleep the day away and the resident pot belly pig squeals when a horse, returning to his stall after grazing all day in the field, dares to interrupt her nap. Among this happy menagerie are over forty horses and donkeys. Sixteen equines are current rescues undergoing active rehabilitation with nutritional and medical care. Many are not “adoptable” and so are given sanctuary there. The remaining horses are privately owned.

Chase, a Helping Hearts rescue, eventually appeared in commercials and was the horse chosen for a ride in NYC with David Letterman at the reins.

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The formation of HHER was a natural progression of the profound respect Lisa has for horses, whether they are weak

and “down-and-out,” or are champion show horses. Five years before HHER was formed, Lisa brought home Noah, a beautiful part Percheron who began life as a “premarin foal.”

Premarin is a hormone produced only by pregnant mares.

After the pharmaceutical industry extracted the premarin, the resulting foals were treated as useless “by-products,” sent to slaughter. (The premarin practice no longer is conducted in the US). Lisa chose Noah, her now trusty lesson horse, from a group of fifty foals and knew she wanted to rescue more equines in a systematic way. After much research, she and her husband Chris formed the nonprofit HHER to accomplish this. Over the ten years, there have been more than two hundred equines treated, from retired race horses to backyard donkeys and mini horse pets. “I take the horses that other rescues don’t want because the horse is not readily rideable, or the ones that are too sick to even be sold overseas for meat. My goal is to prove that rescued horses have merit too.”

Lisa has a special soft spot for the senior horses, explaining that horses living until 20 or 30 years old is an indication that they had put in years of good service. Sometimes owners die, or can no longer afford to keep the horse, or lose interest, and as a result, the once loyal pet or profitable race horse faces starvation and disease as it bounces from auction to auction or lingers in a backyard. Unfortunately, some auction owners now take advantage of the horse lovers and increase the prices for the hard luck cases. As a result, it is becoming more usual for Lisa to find her rescues from open SPCA cases and from owners in our readership areas who no longer can maintain their pets.

Each is a success story because no matter how long the rest of the animal’s life turns out to be, it knows only kindness from Lisa and Chris Post and the many dedicated volunteers at Chestnut Ridge. Some horses will never be ridden again; others are transformed into show horses. Some even had a brush with fame. “Chase” is a horse Lisa describes as a “last man standing,” the one at auction no one wanted due to his intermittent lameness. After one year at Chestnut Ridge, he was adopted by a sanctuary group. He eventually appeared in commercials and was the horse chosen for a ride in NYC with David Letterman at the reins. And then there is the Jersey-bred great granddaughter of Secretariat. She finished her racing career twelve years ago and was received by Lisa through the SPCA. She just finished a full rehabilitation and is headed to a sanctuary specializing in retired thoroughbreds.

Lisa noted the upcoming ten-year anniversary of HHER and reflected, “In 2008, I started poking around the (auction) back pens in earnest, asking if I could network some horses into homes before they were shipped to slaughter. It was beyond the realm of my wildest imagination that it would ever turn into the national, even international effort that it did.”

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We were celebrating a simple vegan Thanksgiving in the Finger Lakes at the Farm Sanctuary this year when we drove past Inner Peace Floats in Watkins Glen, NY. As a wellness seeker, yoga instructor and occasionally stressed out entrepreneur, I was curious. A work colleague had recently visited a float tank and related a positive experience. I was reminded to check out the merits of this modality while meatless in the middle of NY state.

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2. These sensory deprivation tanks are generally about 8 feet long, 4 feet wide and 4 feet high with enough Epson salts to keep you comfortably floating in water at a 94.9F skin temperature.

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3. Sessions in these isolation tanks typically last 60 or 90 minutes. Floats are reported to be a terrific way to eradicate a host of seasonal states like anxiety, overwhelm, jetlag, insomnia, muscle pain or high blood pressure. This is not an exhaustive list.

Float fans love the peaceful vibe and find the effects of being weightless free and relaxing. It appears that retail floating facilities got started in the 1980’s in the United States. Facility and service growth has been significant to keep pace with frenetic schedules. John C. Lilly is the neuroscientist/researcher credited with studying the beneficial effects of sensory deprivation on the human mind. Floating is a holistic way to quiet a monkey mind to achieve a meditative state. Stress hormones like cortisol dissipate, along with issues in our tissues that cause tension and strain. We were too busy meeting rescued farm animals to tank during our turkey time, but float therapy may make its way to our holiday wellness wish list. Learn more about local tank times if your season is stressful at The Float Studio in Ocean or at Tao Massage in Asbury Park. Live well and happy holidays!

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OAK HILL ACADEMY ONCE AGAIN CAPTURES FIRST PLACE AT ACADEMIC CONTEST AT M.A.S.T. PREPARATION FOR Congratulations are in order to Oak Hill Academy in Lincroft for winning first place in the Marine Academy of Science and Technology (M.A.S.T.) Academic Jeopardy Contest held in October!

Eighth graders Molly Jain (Red Bank), Aarya Doshi (Hazlet), Alex Mitchell (Red Bank), Elizabeth Wright (Fair Haven) and Cakie Dym (Rumson) were the top team out of the 24 teams entered. Six schools participated: Barkalow, Forrestdale, Cedar Drive, Eisenhower, Brielle and OHA. Played very much like Jeopardy, some of the categories ranged from “Straits of the World” to “Wonders of the World” to “Marine Science” to “Punctuation Rules” to “Musical Notation” to “Young Authors Literature.” The categories and questions were difficult and thought provoking.

Initially, there are three rounds with each round having thirty questions. After these rounds, the scores are tabulated and the top four teams compete in the trophy round. Oak Hill Academy’s top team had the highest number of points and was seeded first. Oak Hill defeated Forrestdale in the semifinals and then beat Barkalow in the finals to capture first place.

Congratulations to all of Oak Hill’s seventh and eighth graders who participated in this contest. The hard work of the students along with the enriching curriculum provided by the Oak Hill teachers should be attributed to the continued success of OHA in these types of competition.

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Following open auditions held at colleges and universities across the country, MTVU has selected Manalapan resident Sophia Parola as its next onair VJ. MTVU, a college-focused sister channel of MTV, is viewed by more than nine million students at more than 700 college campuses across the country.

Parola, who was selected from more than 300 total applicants for the role, will host a series of paid video projects for the college-oriented cable network over the next year. Her first project was filmed on Brookdale Community College’s Lincroft campus on November 3.

“I am so honored and so excited,” said Parola, an aspiring actress. “I was speechless when I found out I had been selected. I’ve never done anything like this before, but I’ve learned to just work hard and say yes to every opportunity. I’m so glad I did, and I cannot wait to get to work.”

Parola applied for the role during an open audition in September. A 2016 graduate of Brookdale, Parola is currently studying radio and television at Monmouth University while completing a special project in communications media at Brookdale. She serves as an on-air host for Brookdale Television and is an active member of the college’s theater program, appearing in the annual Summer Shakespeare Ensemble, FestiVALL student showcase and Haunted Theater.

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FUN NIGHT OF FUNDRAISING AT LINCROFT FIREHOUSE STORY SUSAN MURPHY

Over 75 people attended a fundraising event sponsored by The Ladies Auxiliary of the Lincroft Volunteer Fire Company in October. “Fun Night at the Firehouse” offered a card game, raffle baskets, prizes, and an opportunity for friends to get together locally and have a great time, all for a good cause. Raffle baskets items were donated by local vendors including Attilio’s Restaurant and Pizzeria, Dunkin Donuts, Aleo’s Italian Specialities, as well as from firehouse members and neighborhood residents. The Stazak family offered a $150 cash donation to be given as a basket raffle item.

The members of the Ladies Auxiliary who organized the event, had assistance with setting up and cleaning up from several firefighters. Maria Dunn, a former member of the Ladies Auxiliary Executive Board shared how the event turned out. “It was a great success! Guests left the room asking when the next one would be.”

The Ladies Auxiliary, which has been in existence for

Left to right: Members of the Ladies Auxiliary Tracy Nimon, Kerri Doherty, President Aimee Russo (in helmet), Maria Dunn, Joyce Hatter, Debbie Stazak, and MaryJean Kelly gather for a photo. Not pictured are Lucy Kennelly, Bridget Matthews, and Gayle McKnight.

more than 50 years, is a support group for the Lincroft Fire Company. Newly elected Ladies Auxiliary officers for 2018 include President Aimee Russo; Vice President Tracy Nimon; Treasurer Debbie Stazak; Recording Secretary Kerri Doherty; and Corresponding Secretary MaryJean Kelly. Aimee Russo has been a member of the Auxiliary for about 10 years but this is her first time as President. She shared, “The Ladies Auxiliary supports the firefighters by providing assistance to them during fires, miscellaneous assignments, or overnight stays during severe weather. Our responsibilities can include cooking food or bringing water or Gatorade to them during extensive fire conditions. We provide financial assistance to them when possible for needed equipment such as hoods and gloves which are required during fires.” Aimee added, “I consider this to be like a marriage that has many responsibilities and the people involved have to work harmoniously together, as we do with the firefighters.”

The ladies in red shirts are some of the loyal patrons who attend and donate annually to each of the Lincroft Ladies Auxiliary fundraisers.

EARLY SIGNING DAY SEES 10 CBA COLTS COMMIT TO DIVISION I Ten Christian Brothers Academy student-athletes inked their commitments to Division I colleges across the country on the National Early Signing Day. The following CBA seniors will play at the Division I level next year: Andrew Canale – Bryant University, Track; Michael Carroll – Bucknell University, Lacrosse; Kyle Foltz – Duke University, Track; Bryan Hampton – Northeastern University, Crew; Jack Harnisch – Fordham University, Baseball; Brian Hill – University of Michigan, Cross Country; Nick Hohenstein – LaSalle University, Baseball; Erik Wicks – University of Pennsylvania, Crew; Connor Wright – Fordham University, Swimming; and Blaise Venancio – St. Joseph’s University, Baseball “This is such an exciting day for our student-athletes, their families, and the entire CBA community,” Director of Athletics Vito Chiaravalloti said. “Today recognizes the tireless effort and dedication these young men have put into their studies and their sport, as they have now earned the opportunity to continue their academic and athletic careers at some of the finest universities in the nation. We could not be more proud of all they have accomplished and we look forward to seeing their continued success at the next level.”

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Our Christmas & Holiday 2017 Gift Giving Guide

By Joe Brando, owner of J. Vincent Jewelers, Colts Neck

Tis the Season to pay Tribute to her…

As a jewelry manufacturer and store owner, people often ask for suggestions on picking the perfect gift. This season the Forevermark Tribute Collection celebrates and pays tribute to the unique qualities of a woman.

With an assortment for pendants, rings and drop earrings available, the collection features multiple Forevermark diamonds in different shapes set in 18k white, yellow or rose gold. Each piece in the collection can be harmoniously stacked or layered to create a perfectly curated day or evening look!

The collection is the perfect gift for someone special or for yourself to celebrate a milestone, memorable occasion, or just because. It pays tribute to the individual characteristics, achievements and qualities of the woman wearing it.

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BROOKDALE STUDENTS EARN NASA STEM FELLOWSHIPS

Left to right: Karl Waldron, Brianna Valdes, Jordan Grillo, and Jon Zukowski have been selected as 2017-18 NASA STEM Fellows. Photo by Brookdale Community College.

Four students will complete intensive undergraduate research projects and earn $1,500 toward their education this year after being selected as Brookdale Community College’s newest NASA STEM Fellows. The students, who will also serve as peer tutors in Brookdale’s STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) Institute this year, are: Jordan Grillo of Aberdeen; Brianna Valdes of Lincroft; Karl Waldron of Neptune; and Jon Zukowski of Millstone.

Beginning this fall, the students will work with designated mentors to design and carry out a research project in their field of study. Their results

will be presented to classmates, colleagues and faculty during a public forum this spring. The new fellows are the fourth cohort of students selected to join Brookdale’s NASA STEM Fellowship program, which is funded by a grant from NASA and the New Jersey Space Grant Consortium. The program was established in 2015.

“This program has created enormous opportunities for our students, and we are very excited to welcome our newest cohort of NASA STEM Fellows,” said assistant biology professor Gitanjali Kundu, who administers the grant program with assistant mathematics professor Susan Monroe. “Not only will they perform valuable research and assist their classmates in their own studies, these students will also serve as STEM ambassadors for the college.”

Grillo, a mathematics major, plans to work with assistant mathematics professor Ana Teodorescu on a year-long, math-based research project.

Valdes, a biology major, plans to work with Brookdale faculty to develop an environmentally friendly hydroponic agricultural system, which she will use to highlight “the ease of sustainability” to the college community. Waldron plans to work alongside Monroe and his personal mentor, neuroscientist Dr. Shawniqua Williams, to study the treatment decisions made by certain patients suffering from epilepsy. His goal, he said, is to understand why a disparate number of minority patients elect not to have surgery, even in worst-case scenarios. Zukowski, a Marine Corps veteran and an electrical engineering major, hopes to work with faculty from Rutgers University to design and carry out a project centered on robotics and artificial intelligence.

NEW TOYS AND BOOKS NEEDED FOR BRIDGES AT THE SHORE Bridges at the Shore is gearing up for its annual holiday distribution and is currently collecting new toys and books for children from ages infant through high school. It is suggested that gift cards be donated for the older children so they can choose a gift for themselves. Bridges Director Kathy Logan said another way to help is through a monetary donation and then Bridges will do the shopping. Checks should be made payable to HCCBRIDGES; they are tax deductible. One more option would be gift cards, in any denomination, from Toys-R-Us, Target, Walmart, Shop-Rite, Stop and Shop, Kohls, or Boscovs.

Any organizations that would want to have a toy/book collection for BRIDGES should contact Kathy Logan at lathy0731@aol.com. “Each of you

has helped BRIDGES at the Shore in the past, either as an individual or as part of a group. We expect to see over 300 children and hope to have a gift for each one. We also need goodie bags filled with coloring books, crayons, candy canes and treats, little trinkets, and other small items.”

Bridges at the Shore focuses on children in need in Monmouth County.

There are regular distribution sites in Red Bank, Freehold and Keyport. They also receive calls for help from Union Beach, Keansburg and other nearby towns. The need is real and Bridges does its best to fulfill the requests. Kathy Logan and those who help her are grateful. “Thank you for your continued support of the program. It would not still be going, after 26 years, if we didn’t have generous donors such as all of you.”

RBC STUDENTS SIGN NATIONAL LETTERS OF INTENT Twelve Red Bank Catholic student-athletes signed National Letters of Intent to continue their athletic careers at the college level. Signing for gymnastics were Alexandra Cucich with the University of New Hampshire and Nicolette DiPrisco with Northern Illinois University. Three women’s Casey basketball players signing were Rose Caverly with University of Vermont, Katie Rice with Lehigh University, and Hayley Moore with Binghamton University. For softball, Taylor Lane signed with Syracuse University, Gabrielle Ciancio with Seton Hall University and Allison Tomaino with Bryant University. Signing for lacrosse were Kristen Pezzullo with University of Louisville and Lily Salcedo with Lehigh University. Carly Friend signed with Lehigh University for track and Blaise Panzini signed with the United States Military Academy for baseball.

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Brain on break?

Just because school’s out for the holidays doesn’t mean your family has to totally disconnect from learning something educational, motivational or inspirational. Of course we all need down time to recharge and restart our neurons for the next work cycle, but check out a few no-brainers to keep your kids’ minds creative and curious during their winter break.

TRIP TO THE MUSEUM

From art exhibitions to a Holiday Model Train Display, The Monmouth Museum in Lincroft paves the way for young learners. Toddlers can explore undersea life in the popular WonderWing where they can touch, play, climb on and create their own aquatic scenes. Tweens can head to the Becker Wing for hands-on crafting and from now until December 31, the whole family can throw on their conductor’s hat and experience life on the tracks as train travel rolls on in for a special holiday presentation.

POP IN TO A POP-UP CLASS

Whether your child wants to learn how to sketch, skate or bake there are mini workshops popping up all throughout the area that can help him or her tap into a hidden skill (even if it’s only for a day or a week). Look What I Can Do in Shrewsbury offers winter camp art classes, cooking school Taste and Technique in Fair Haven offers one night workshops for adults and kids, Make and Take Christmas Cookies for ages 7 and up is already accepting students. Families who want to experience a new hobby together can perfect their figure eights during open ice at The Red Bank Armory or throw on their swim suits and do laps in a heated indoor swimming pool on open swim days at a school like Goldfish Swim School in Middletown.

GIVE UP YOUR TIME

Sometimes we learn most about ourselves through giving instead of gaining. Use this break to offer a helping hand to those in need.

From donating clothes, to books to food, there are many local organizations you can introduce to your child to and teach him or her the importance of giving back. Need help finding a charity? Volunteer Match is a good start, or read through the pages of Community Magazine to find one that you want to support.

GO SIGHTSEEING

Why VACAY to another city or country when you can STAYCAY and learn so much about the state you live in. Explore the wonders of NJ and travel to places you’ve never been. Whether it’s dining at a new restaurant with the kids or hiking on a trail at a different park, take advantage of your time at home and make new family memories all around town.

Hope Daniels is a Rumson, NJ resident and founder of A New Mom In Town blog – you can read all about her mommy adventures a www.anewmomintown.com. She is a contributing editor for Community Magazine (CM), with her monthly feature “The Parenthood Blog”.

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32 Hillcrest Dr., Colts Neck SOLD | $1,300,000

700 Route 520, Marlboro SOLD | $800,000

5 Mineral Springs Rd., Tinton Falls SOLD | $684,000

3 Messenger Dr., Colts Neck SOLD | $650,000

1 Scenic Dr., #PH6, Highlands SOLD | $315,000

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