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round this time of year, it is nearly impossible to avoid the red and pink hearts and cut outs of cupid that decorate store fronts all in the name of St. Valentine. Valentine’s Day has always been associated with lovers, but in present times the scope of the “day” has grown beyond that and to encompass just about anyone and everyone we love.

In our February issue of Community Magazine, we have spotlighted a local Monmouth County woman who turned her passion into her business – read more about her journey on pages 40 & 41. We also highlighted our local first aiders – who are always there no matter the hour, the weather, or what holiday it happens to be – while doing all this as a volunteer – catch up on your local heroes on pages 24 & 25. Lastly, we would like you to sweeten up your February with some delicious dessert recipes on page 10!

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HOLMDEL IMAGING HOSTS STOMP THE MONSTER FUNDRAISER

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H LEFT PHOTO: Left to right: STOMP The Monster Board Members Stefanie Schneider and Andi Sawin join Holmdel Imaging Marketing Manager Angie Heaney by the iPad which was won through a key raffle at the second annual STOMP The Monster fundraiser on January 18, 2013.

RIGHT PHOTO: Amy Kriska of Matawan holds up the iPad she won during the key raffle.

olmdel Imaging sponsored its second annual STOMP The Monster fundraiser on January 18 with a night of live music, prizes, food, and beverages. STOMP The Monster helps provide financial and other support to those affected by cancer when they need it most. Holmdel Imaging learned of this not-forprofit corporation when one of its employees utilized its services.

Local food-related businesses donated delicious varieties from their menus for guests to sample. Other local businesses donated a variety of items that represented 9 Top Tier raffle baskets and 16 Second Tier baskets. The prizes included a 40” flatscreen television, pink Coach bag and clutch, gift cards to various restaurants, iPod Touch, autographed hockey pucks from the New Jersey Devils, an Amazon Kindle, an overnight stay and dinner for two at a local Inn, a complete layette set, bowling games at a local bowling alley, Avon products, scratch off Lottery ticket tree, hair and nail salon gift certificates, a girl’s bike and a boy’s Razor Scooter.

And these were just some of the fabulous baskets!

Holmdel Imaging Marketing Manager Angie Heaney noted that with the evening’s ticket price, five free raffle tickets and one door prize ticket were included.

STOMP The Monster Board member Stephanie Schneider explained there would be an opportunity to win an iPad later in the evening. Guests purchased one or more keys to try their luck. Towards the end of the event, the excited guests lined up and attempted to unlock the door to the iPad. Soon after they began, Amy Kriska of Matawan opened the door with the winning key and jumped for joy!

Throughout the evening, entertainment by Cause and the Effects from Staten Island played a wide range of music. Approximately 140 guests attended and the evening raised about $8,300 for STOMP The Monster. For more information about this organization, to make donations by credit card or e-check online, visit www.stompthemonster.org.

Donations can also be mailed, with checks payable to “STOMP the Monster,” to STOMP the Monster™, PO Box 521, Marlboro, New Jersey 07746.

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Sweeten Up Your February!

For your sweetie or a get-together, chocolate is a Valentine’s Day must-have – or just a dessert-must for any occasion. Here are two recipes that are easy and delicious! Enjoy!

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Ingredients

11-13 oz. bag of bittersweet, semisweet, white, or milk chocolate chips* 1 TBSP unsalted butter 12-15 large strawberries 1.

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Rinse strawberries thoroughly with cool water. Dry well, but take care to be gentle as the surface of the berry is very delicate. Set aside in a colander lined with paper towels.

Prepare your workspace by wrapping a piece of aluminum foil around a large cutting board. Make sure the surface of the foil is smooth. Place cutting board into refrigerator to cool while melting chocolate.

Melt the butter over low-medium heat in a doubleboiler.* Add the chips and stir gently into the butter until completely melted and smooth. The surface should be shiny. Turn off the heat but keep the top part of the pot over the water to ensure the consistency of the chocolate remains the same.

Dip strawberries one-by-one into the chocolate mixture, starting with the tip and rolling the sides. Try to make the coat as even as possible. Allow excess to drip off and place the berry on its side onto the aluminum foilcovered cutting board. Repeat with all berries. When finished allow them to harden outside the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before refrigerating (if they harden too quickly, the chocolate will streak).

Optional: Melt a contrasting color chocolate separately and use a fork to drizzle it back and forth over berries to decorate. Also, in many craft stores, they sell iridescent edible powder that can be dusted on the outside to make the berries glow.

*Chopped bars can be substituted as long as they are good quality. *If you don’t have a double boiler, place a metal bowl over a pot of water. Make sure it fits well and the bottom of the bowl is at least partially submerged in the water.

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Truffles

Ingredients ½ pound bittersweet chocolate ½ pound semisweet chocolate 1 cup heavy cream 1 TBSP prepared coffee ½ TSP good vanilla extract Confectioners’ sugar or Cocoa powder 1.

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Chop the chocolate well and place it into a heat-resistant mixing bowl. Do not use a metal bowl for this, plastic is best.

In a small saucepan, heat cream until it just boils. Pour over chopped chocolate and let stand for one minute. Slowly and carefully stir until all the chocolate is melted and the cream is fully incorporated. Quickly stir in coffee and vanilla. Let mixture stand at room temperature for a minimum of 1 hour. Line a baking pan with parchment paper, and chill in refrigerator.

Drop 2-3 teaspoons of chocolate mixture onto lined baking pan until completed portioned.

Refrigerate a minimum of 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).

Meanwhile, liberally add cocoa powder and/ or confectioners’ sugar to the bottom of a casserole dish. When done refrigerating, roll dollops in hands to create rough balls and then roll in sugar/cocoa to coat. Return to the baking sheet. Do this with all pieces.

Refrigerate an additional 30 minutes before transferring to an airtight container. Keep refrigerated, but serve at room temperature.

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THREE LINCROFT STUDENTS REQUEST DONATIONS FOR PORT MONMOUTH FAMILIES IN LIEU OF BIRTHDAY GIFTS

By Susan Murphy | Photos Alice Margolies

LEFT: Left to right: Port Monmouth School Principal Sean McNeil presents Citizenship Awards to Joseph, Bryce, and Alex for their generous birthday donations, and thanks Lincroft Elementary School Principal Steven Graziano for his school’s support. RIGHT: Left to right: Alex, Joseph, and Bryce stand by the table displaying the birthday cards, gift cards, checks and cash donated by friends in lieu of birthday gifts that they presented to Port Monmouth School.

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incroft Elementary School PTA adopted Port Monmouth School following the devastation from Hurricane Sandy in October, 2012.

Numerous families whose children attended Port Monmouth School lost everything. Through the collective efforts of the PTA and Lincroft families, gift cards, donations, and a Giving Tree to fulfill the childrens’ wishes at Christmas were just some of the relief efforts provided.

Among the Lincroft students were three fifth grade boys who shared a November birthday and would normally celebrate together each year with a big birthday bash.

When they heard of the loss experienced by the Port Monmouth students, Bryce, Alex, and Joseph made a decision to request gift cards, checks, or donations online in lieu of birthday gifts, which they would give to Port Monmouth School students. These 11-yearold best friends shared why they chose to forego their birthday gifts.

“They lost everything from Sandy so we just wanted to give back to them, kind of like a Christmas gift,” said Bryce. “We realized that some people had no house and were living in a hotel so we needed to do this so they would at least have clothes,” shared Alex. “We never lost our house and nothing really happened to us from the storm, so we

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decided to switch our gifts into money and gift cards and give it all to Port Monmouth School,” explained Joseph. When asked how it felt knowing how generous their friends were with donations, all three answered without hesitation, “Good! It was really nice.”

Principal Steven Graziano commended the boys for giving up their gifts, “which are part of a right of passage for a birthday. To give something back and not want something in return is pure heroism. They have taken our program, Random Act of Kindness, to the extreme and we couldn’t be more proud. “ Bryce parents noted that he helped sort clothing and hand out needed items; Joseph’s parents said he assisted in loading clothing on some of the trucks for delivery to those in need. Through Boy Scouts, the three boys have also helped stock the food bank with donated items. Alex’s mother said they felt this was something for their age group that they could do to help out. The birthday party was held December 8, 2012 with 20 boys enjoying pizza, cupcakes and playing laser tag in Bryce’s yard. Joseph’s mother shared that though the boys had the idea it was the generosity of the 20 families who attended the party that turned it into such a significant donation.

Port Monmouth School Principal Sean McNeil was grateful to all the amazing organizations and individuals who helped the families of his students. Upon hearing about Bryce, Joseph and Alex’s efforts, he said, “I was moved to tears upon hearing of their generous actions, and even more impressed when I met with them. They joined us De-

cember 14 to present their donations and were joined by their parents, some of their peers, and Lincroft School Principal Steven Graziano. I was blown away by what the Lincroft community had provided us through their donation drive, but was truly moved by these young men. To have made the decision to sacrifice receiving birthday gifts so that they could give aid to folks they have never met is a rare trait, especially in youngsters. For these boys to have come to that decision unsolicited is truly inspirational.

Port Monmouth School provided each boy with a Citizenship Award and I gave them a personal and heartfelt thank you. Additionally, we shared the boys’ story on our morning news broadcast with our whole school so that our students could enjoy their example and know that they have friends who care about them from all over town. These donations have been used to provide our families in need with gift cards to Lowes, Home Depot, and other businesses so that they can begin to rebuild their homes and help their students continue to focus on their love of learning. These boys made a difference in the lives of those who needed it most during this difficult time, and for that their families should be extremely proud.”

In December, Bryce, Joseph, and Alex were invited to discuss their birthday donations on WPIX Channel 11. In January, the boys also received a personal letter from New Jersey Governor Chris Christie acknowledging their kindness and noting that they were part of the entire state of New Jersey’s outpouring of support to this area.

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Do not wait for summer. Be proactive in rejuvenating a confident look you’re proud to reveal while enjoying your summer at the shore.

Kiwanis Club of Holmdel Holding Annual Steak Bake The Kiwanis Club of Holmdel is holding its annual Steak Bake on February 16, 2013 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. at the Holmdel Fire House, located at 35 W. Main Street in Holmdel. Dinner is $40/ person which includes beer and wine, along with a wide array of food. The Holmdel Kiwanis serves families in the Bayshore area supporting a wide variety of charities in the community. Come out 14

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Winter fun has just begun! Sure sledding and skating are season musts, but more often than not, a warm place to jump and play is what every kid needs. Here’s a list of our favorite indoor play (or rainy day) places to keep your kiddos happy (and keep you sane). No need to dread the dead of winter, get your kids out there and bounce, skate, climb, craft and more

8 Indoor Play Places We Love 1. Get Artsy: Your little Picasso will love to pop in at one of these art studios and start creating. Pop in, pick a design and pot or paint the day away!

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The Pottery House, Matawan Paint Your Own Pottery

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Freedom Pottery, Atlantic Highlands Paint & Make Your Own Pottery, Pottery Wheel

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Git’ Fired Up, Ocean Grove | Make Your Own Pottery

3. Play Ball: What’s your game? Bowling down the fast lane or a meandering mini golfing get away? Why not try both?

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Brunswick Zone, Hazlet | Open Bowling

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Bradley Beach Bowling, Bradley Beach | Open Bowling

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Monmouth Museum, Lincroft Museum, Children’s Exhibits

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AMC Strathmore Lanes Aberdeen | Bowling

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Liberty Science Center, Jersey City | Museum, Children’s Exhibits

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Monster Mini Golf, Marlboro | Indoor Putt Putt

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Insectropolis, Toms River Museum, Children’s Exhibits

4. Splish and Splash at an Indoor Swim! Get out of the cold/snow/wind/rain and into the pool! The little squirts will love a few hours of Open Swim at any of the indoor pools.

2. Jump, Bounce, Flip & Fall: Do yourself (and your furniture) a favor and take your jumping beans to one of these indoor play places, filled with giant inflatables, trampolines, and climbing structures galore.

Some offer expansive rooms filled with gi”normous inflatables, and have open jump and play times offered throughout the week and weekend. Others offer trampolines or multi” level play where they can climb, twist, slide, and more!

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Dosil’s Scuba & Swim, Middletown | Indoor Pool, Open Swim, Lessons, Mommy & Me

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5 Star Aquatics, Eatontown | Indoor Pool, Open Swim, Lessons

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Bounce U, Marlboro and Eatontown | Inflatables, Open Jump

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Playnation, Farmingdale | Swing Sets, Open Play Time

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6. Museum Mania! These museums offer incredible kid’s programming as well as open play times too. Plenty of options from sand to water, balls to caves, legos to toddler play. Our area even has a little known bug and a railway museum, too Check ‘em out.

5. Family Entertainment Centers: These places have it ALL and BIG. Every age group, including the ‘rents, will find a plethora of play options at these mac daddy marvels.

7. Reach New Heights! If you & yours like a little adventure, you’ll all love rock climbing indoors. You don’t have to be an athlete; you just need a desire to try something. Instructors will help your kids get in their gear and teach them the basics of how to climb.

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8. Take a Skate. Get your groove and your skates on. Take your pick ice or roller and have a blast.

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Red Bank Armory Ice Complex, Red Bank| Ice Skating, Open Skate

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Fun Time America, Cliffwood Games, Rock Climbing, Arcades, Laser Tags

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Left to right: Teri LaLima (Bear), Joanne Brenner (Tree), Jennifer Brenner (Elf), and Michael Brenner (Elf) dressed to impress and show their support for the Jingle Bell Walk.

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alkers and volunteers numbering upwards of 300 people attended the Jingle Bell Walk, a 5K stroll held on the grounds of Colts Neck High School on December 15, 2012. This fundraising event was executed by Mrs. Holly Lucarelli, a Social Studies teacher at Colts Neck High School and the students in the Law and Public Service Center’s Senior Seminar Program at the high school. Mrs. Lucarelli noted, “A component of their senior curriculum is to plan and carry-out service learning projects that address real needs in the community. After Superstorm Sandy we all wanted to help and this 5k walk was one way to do just that.”

The LPS seniors raised close to $8,000 from sponsors, walkers and donations. Mrs. Lucarelli commended her students for their hard work. “I am so proud of the 25 seniors in this class who put in a ton of effort in just three weeks to not only organize the 5k walk itself, but arranged for the sale of t-shirts, coffee, hot chocolate, donuts, and much more.” CNHS junior Doug Anderson of Electro Entertainment offered to DJ the event; and Model United Nations Club set up a table for face painting and decorating stockings and Santa hats. CNHS’s ROTC Color Guard presented the Colors and students in the choir sang the National Anthem.

Unwrapped new toys were collected for the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program and food items were accepted for the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Designer Lisa Ambrosio, whose daughter Amber Williams is a senior at CNHS, sold sweatshirts that read “Keep Calm and Restore the Shore.”

Mrs. Lucarelli noted that many members of the faculty arrived with their spouses, children, and even their dogs, and took part in the walk along with many local community members. Mr. Peter Krais, Supervisor of the Law and Public Service Learning Center, thanked everyone who attended and reminded them that assisting Union Beach would be an ongoing process. He then signaled the start of the 5K Jingle Bell Walk.

“We intend to give the money to the residents of Union Beach in the next month or two, making sure it gets in to the hands of those looking for some immediate assistance. It won’t help rebuild a new home but we hope it buys some new bikes for children, buys cleaning supplies or helps re-stock pantries,” shared Mrs. Lucarelli.

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emodex canis is a mite that is normally found in low numbers in the hair follicles and sometimes the sebaceous glands of most healthy dogs.

They are considered normal inhabitants of healthy canine skin. The mites are transmitted from the mother to the puppies at 2 to 3 days of life during nursing.

The entire life cycle of the mite including the four life stages from egg to adult is spent entirely on the dog. These mites are not contagious to other species or between non-nursing dogs.

Although the mites are considered normal inhabitants of canine skin, in some instances they can cause skin disease.

Canine demodicosis can be divided into juvenile-onset and adult-onset. Juvenile-onset demodicosis usually affects dogs under one year of age and is further divided into localized and generalized forms. Juvenile-onset localized demodicosis affects one or two small body sites. Clinical signs that can be seen include red skin, areas of hair loss, crusts, scale, and pimple-like lesions. This form of demodicosis is caused by an immature immune system. The majority of juvenile-onset localized demodicosis cases do not require treatment and spontaneously resolve.

A small percentage of juvenile-onset localized cases progress to generalized. When this occurs, the condition is considered a heritable defect and the dog should not be bred.

Generalized cases have multiple body locations or large body areas affected. Clinical signs are similar to localized cases but are more extensive. Dogs may not be itchy. When itching is present, it is often due to a secondary bacterial infection.

Adult-onset cases usually occur around middle age and can be caused by steroid treatment, hormonal imbalances such as hypothyroidism (under active thyroid gland) or Cushing’s disease (body’s overproduction of steroids), or cancer.

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Canine demodicosis is diagnosed with either a skin scraping or hair pluck performed on clinically affected skin. A skin scraping is performed with either a scalpel blade or spatula applied to the skin repeatedly in order to obtain a deep enough sample (intentional mild bleeding). A hair pluck involves removing hairs from affected areas with a hemostat.

The samples are then placed in mineral oil and visualized under the microscope. Dogs should also be examined for secondary bacterial infections. When the skin barrier is abnormal because of the mites, this allows the normal bacteria present on the skin to over populate and contribute to the clinical signs. Adult-onset cases may also require additional diagnostics, such as blood work, urine samples, and imag-

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ing (x-rays and u l t r a s o u n d s) to help identify any potential underlying causes for a suppressed immune system.

There are numerous treatment options available for generalized demodicosis.

Injectable ivermectin administered orally on a daily basis is considered the treatment of choice, although this treatment is off label. Side effects are rare, but may include dilated pupils, abnormal behavior (lethargy), and abnormal walking/ loss of balance. Certain breeds, including Collies, Shetland Sheepdogs, and Old English Sheepdogs may contain a genetic defect that predisposes them to more severe adverse reactions. There is a genetic test available to identify this defect. There are other oral and topical treatments available as well, including milbemycin oxime (Interceptor®), moxidectin (Advantage-Multi®, and amitraz (Mitaban®). All have pros and cons, which would need to be discussed with your veterinarian. Secondary bacterial infections should be treated. Underlying causes in cases of adult-onset demodicosis should also be addressed.

The prognosis for generalized cases depends on age of onset, response to initial treatment, and potential known underlying cause. During the course of treatment, dogs may have their clinical signs resolve but still have detectable mites. This is why the treatment may last several months.

It is recommended to evaluate patients every month for repeat skin scrapings or hair samples to assess the number of mites and response to treatment. The standard length of treatment is to treat one month past two negative samples obtained a month apart. Dead mites still count as a positive sample.

Patients are not considered cured until one year elapses without recurrence of the mites. Adult-onset cases have an improved likelihood of cure if an underlying cause can be identified and treated. In some cases, treatment is continued long-term if the mites cannot be eliminated. Use of corticosteroids is avoided in patients diagnosed with demodicosis as this may exacerbate the condition or predispose to a relapse.

There are two additional known species of canine demodex mites that have more recently been identified. Demodex injai, which resides in sebaceous glands and another smaller species which is frequently referred to as Demodex cornei, and is usually found concurrently with Demodex canis.

These species are treated in the same manner as Demodex canis, but the Demodex injai mite is usually detected in specific breeds and associated with intense itching.

If you think your dog may have demodicosis, please discuss this with your primary veterinarian and/or a veterinary dermatologist.

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he Colts Neck Business Association (CNBA) has big plans for 2013. Details are underway for their largest gathering, which will be their 5th Annual Luncheon held at Trump National Golf Club on Tuesday, March 5 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person or $300 for a table of 10, to buy tickets, please contact Bryan Kuderna at 732.778.6649 or by email at bkuderna@planningalliance.com; Sue Fitzpatrick at 732.946.0795 or by email at sue@fitzpatrickprinting.com; or you can order tickets online at www.coltsneckbusiness. org. You do not want to miss this extraordinary opportunity to meet and greet local business owners and friends – plus a guest speaker!

In January, the CNBA held a celebratory award get together for their annual Holiday Window Painting contest at Perkins in Colts Neck. Students from Colts Neck High School showed off their artistic talents by painting the windows of local stores in December 2012, CNBA executives were on hand to award the winners – these windows were given awards: Perkins – First Place; Colts Neck Pharmacy – Second Place; and DeFalco Realty – Third Place. CNBA also held their first card exchange for 2013 on January 21 at Colts Neck Inn, members and guests enjoyed a night of networking with local business owners.

At the monthly meeting held on January 9 at the Colts Neck Library, attendees were given a lesson on small business strategies for budget marketing by Jill Valentino of Appleback, LLC. The CNBA welcomes

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CNBA’s 2013 Executive Committee. Left to right: Treasurer David Sokoler of Merandex Technology Solutions; Secretary Monica Vermeulen of The Ashley Lauren Foundation; Vice President Andrea Giannopoulos of Capital Paint Centers; President Glen J. Dalakian of CSAV Systems; Vice President Anna Appolonia of Heritage House Sotheby’s International Realty; Secretary Carolyn Burtnick of Community Magazine; and CNBA Advisor Sal Barbagallo.

all to its general meetings, the next one will be held on Wednesday, February 13 from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the Colts Neck Library.

The CNBA continues to grow at a rapid pace and is led by: President Glen J. Dalakian of CSAV Systems; Vice Presidents Anna Appolonia

of Heritage House Sotheby’s International Realty & Andrea Giannopoulos of Capital Paint Centers; Secretaries Carolyn Burtnick of Community Magazine & Monica Vermeulen of The Ashley Lauren Foundation; and Treasurer David Sokoler of Merandex Technology Solutions. The group is advised by Colts

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VOLUNTEER FIRST AID SQUADS OF COLTS NECK, HOLMDEL & LINCROFT GO ABOVE AND BEYOND Members of Colts Neck First Aid Squad.

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hey are there when you need them no matter what the hour, what the weather, or what holiday it happens to be. When that emergency call comes through, men and women on the Colts Neck, Holmdel, and Lincroft First Aid Squads jump into action. They do whatever it takes to care for the sick or injured, and in many cases their prompt attention saves lives. And they do it all as a volunteer!

Colts Neck First Aid Squad 84-21(CNFAS) has about 40 volunteer

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members. If the member is an EMT they must handle at least 10% of calls in a given year. Those who are ambulance drivers only must handle at least 5% of calls. Being part of the CNFAS also involves ordering supplies for the rigs, making certain they are fully stocked, ensuring the rigs are running properly, and maintaining the upkeep of the First Aid building.

Assisting with the annual fundraising is another important aspect of being a member. Donations are essential to the existence of the First Aid Squad.

CNFAS President Jim Leber noted the squad answered 843 calls in 2011 and 681 calls in 2012. “We were particularly busy due to Hurricane Sandy. Having a shower in the squad building, we opened up our Comfort Station to the public; during the 10-day period of the power outage, over 400 people utilized the shower.” There is also wireless internet connection in the building and many people came to use that convenience. “Over 20 of our members came every day and stayed almost all day helping at the Comfort Station. They put in a lot of time,” commended President Leber. Squad members get up in the middle of the night, leave dinner tables, miss functions, so it is also a sacrifice for their families, he noted. President Leber joined the CNFAS six years ago after he retired. “It was something I could do to help and I had the daytime availability which they needed.” He would like to remind everyone that new members are always needed and welcomed. Visit www.coltsneckfirstaid.org.

Holmdel First Aid Squad (HFAS) is a team of individuals that are not content with sitting idle when someone needs help, said HFAS President Michael Nikolis. “For 43 years we have taken the time to educate, prepare and practice responding to all types of emergencies. When we come together, we are capable of some pretty amazing things.” All of the members volunteer at least 40 hours a month to help those in need, he said. When they accept a new applicant, they are not just gaining a new member; they are adding a family member. “We don’t do this seeking financial compensation, but it is very humbling and rewarding when we receive a word of thanks. When residents write letters of gratitude after we’ve been in their lives during their time of need, it is like food for our souls,” shared President Nikolis.

HFAS answered a total of 1,458 calls for 2012, with 89 calls being mutual aid for surrounding towns. President Nikolis noted that HFAS is always looking for new people to join them. He emphasized, “We ask a lot from our volunteers. What we do is real and it is important.

If all you want is lights, sirens and a t-shirt, please look elsewhere. If you want to make a REAL difference in life and death situations, apply now.” Visit www.holmdelfirstaid.org.

Lincroft First Aid Squad (LFAS) has 80 members, including active, administration, and life members.

LFAS was incorporated in 1954. Members are required to attend a minimum of six monthly meetings a year; six drills a year. LFAS is responsible for pagers for their members, medical supplies, the electricity for their building. They are primarily funded by donations from members of the community of Lincroft. Although they are fortunate to get a good response during their fund drive, donations at any time of the year are gratefully accepted. LFAS Captain Jon Cordell, who became a member in 1998 and is now a life member, noted that with the arrival of Sandy this past October, LFAS kept 10 to 12 members on standby for several days during and after the hurricane, and they received numerous calls for help in that time. “I was really proud of those who stayed, some sleeping at the building, and having to leave their families. They pulled together and supported their community. I respect them for that. They are a really great team,” commended Captain Cordell.

He also acknowledged how much the families of these volunteers give up when their first aider is out caring for someone else. LFAS responded to 947 calls in 2012; 450 for Lincroft; 480 for other areas within Middletown; and the remainder were in neighboring towns.

“Although we are all volunteers of our respective squads, there are times when we assist each other on a call,” said Captain Cordell of helping out neighboring first aid squads. “The camaraderie and teamwork among all of the area squads is great. When we arrive at our destination, we become one squad, not individual squads. We all reach out to help one another.” Knowing you can rely on the squad member beside you whether or not they are from your immediate team allows each first aider to be able to focus on the emergency at hand without distraction. Visit www.lincroft@middletownems.org to join or make a donation to LFAS. This squad is one of the five squads serving the township of Middletown.

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ndian Hill School in Holmdel houses more than just fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students.

It is home to a group of compassionate teachers who felt a strong need to reach out to the victims of Hurricane Sandy. Fourth grade teacher Mrs. Kathleen Bradley, who has been a teacher for 15 years, said this group met to discuss what might be needed, who needed assistance the most, and what schools needed the help. There were several ways they chose to accomplish their goal, as well as use it as a teaching tool for their students.

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“We broke into subgroups to work more efficiently,” said Mrs. Bradley. One group organized a letter writing campaign to thank the first responders that arrived from so many states across the country. “Mrs. Virginia Hlavenka, who is an outstanding and caring teacher, coordinated with all of our homerooms and the governor’s contact information from each state. The students each wrote a letter to the governor and forwarded their appreciation for the tremendous effort on the part of the volunteers from his/her state. The students have been excited to hear back from some of the governors. A gift card drive was also held to collect cards that helped those that were severely affected,” explained Mrs. Bradley. She described the students at Indian Hill as “quite generous and caring” and noted that many of them kept busy during the time school was closed due to the hurricane by assisting at the warehouse distribution center, helping people clean up, donating whatever they could. She was impressed with how many students were out with their families helping those in need.

A major part of Indian Hill helping their neighbors was the connection with Scholastic Book Company. Mrs. Bradley had read that Scholastic was offering grants to schools that were impacted by Sandy. “They stated that they were donating 1,000,000 books! So, I sent information on behalf of Union Beach School, and was ecstatic when Scholastic emailed me accepting the grant for this school,” shared Mrs. Bradley. The donation included reading levels from Kindergarten through eighth grades. “It is interesting to point out that not only did Union Beach lose their library books, but the teachers’ classroom libraries, and students own personal books were destroyed. So, the magnitude of this donation is far reaching. Scholastic donated some books in multiple sets so that the teachers can utilize them for small group reading as well,” she said.

Scholastic’s extremely generous donation of 1,000,000 books to all victims of Sandy was overwhelming, said Mrs. Bradley. Union Beach School received 8,000 books. “The students in my classroom were aware of the process with Scholastic from the original acceptance to the delivery of the books. They would get many updates from me regarding who was getting the books, and when the books were getting picked up and delivered. They were overjoyed for their neighbors in Union Beach,” noted Mrs. Bradley. She added that the pick up and delivery of the books could not have taken place without the help of Keith Lowy at Lowy’s Moving Company in Neptune. “Without hesitation, Keith offered his services to pick up and deliver the pallets of books from the Scholastic distribution center in Hillside to Union Beach Memorial School Principal Mr. Brian Walsh on January 8.” When she initially asked him what the cost to transport the books would be he promptly responded that the transportation money could be better used someplace else for the children. Keith and Gail Lowy are Mrs. Bradley’s personal friends from college who have been working tirelessly for victims at the Shore. She noted that they have opened a major distribution center in Asbury Park and continue to help those in need.

Hurricane Sandy destroyed so much for so many people and Mrs. Bradley said she realized that due to the storm there were so many children who did not even have a book to read at home. “I couldn’t imagine not having a home to go to, or having a home without power for so long, and having my family’s belongings tragically destroyed. Now the children can snuggle up with a good book at night as well as in their school! If books can take you anywhere, then maybe for a little while it will take them away from the devastation that is all around them,” shared Mrs. Bradley. She emphasized that she works with incredible people that are happy to help others and that they are continuing to meet as a group to coordinate future projects that will benefit their neighbors at Memorial School in Union Beach.

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ll slawmeister Don Pope needs is 25 heads of cabbage, 20 pounds of onions, green peppers, radishes, celery, some mayo and a secret blend of spices. The result is a prize winning coleslaw that will be featured on March 9 when the Holmdel Community Church hosts its annual turkey dinner benefit. More than 400 guests will enjoy hot roasted turkey with mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, green beans, and a variety of home-made desserts in the Church’s Fellowship Hall located at 40 W. Main Street (Rt. 520) in Holmdel.

There will be four seatings for the dinner: 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, and 7:00 p.m. Tickets cost $15.00 for adults and $8.00 for children under 12. Take-out meals are also available at a price of $15.00. Seating is limited, and reservations are necessary. To order tickets, contact Sharon Wessel at 732.431.2372 or swe456ssel@aol.com.

Funds from this year’s dinner will be used for outreach efforts in Asbury Park. Questions may be directed to this year’s Turkey Dinner Coordinator, Eric Knies at eric_knies@yahoo.com.

Oak Hill Academy Literary Magazine “Reflections” earns national honors from the American Scholastic Press Association

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he 2012 edition of the Oak Hill Academy school literary magazine, Reflections, was recently honored by the American Scholastic Press Association. The American Scholastic Press is located in College Point, New York and runs an annual contest and review of yearbooks, magazines, and newspapers from public and private schools across the country. Their panel of judges is comprised of experienced educators who have served as faculty advisors for scholastic publications.

The association awarded Oak Hill Academy’s Reflections a first place certificate for the caliber of its publication. Since 1991, the OHA magazine has earned first place nineteen times!

The school’s literary magazine is an after-school project and includes short stories, poems, essays, and artwork submitted by Oak Hill students in grades 5-8. The Reflections staff edits and publishes the magazine on an annual basis with OHA teachers, Mrs. Rasa Juska and Mrs. Maureen Daly, acting as moderators.

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Historic Day of Soccer in Holmdel!

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Tyler Isaacson with helpers from various Holmdel FC/NJX soccer teams. The players enjoyed playing about 2,000+ touches each and received a terrific anaerobic workout in the process.

The F.E.E.T program aims to help players with ball mastery; first touch preparation, tricks and moves to create spaces to carry, pass, shoot or continue to hold the ball. Each session is fast paced with hundreds of touches on the ball and includes weekly videos to help promote individual player practice at home and preparation before each weekly session. The F.E.E.T sessions were conducted by Matt Woolston, Nick Barron and

The Holmdel FC/NJX F.E.E.T program was developed in conjunction with Youthsoccer101.com.

It was a direct result of constantly asking the question, “What else can be done to better players and teams and the Holmdel FC as a whole?” said Rich Pekmezian, NJX Director of Soccer. After conceiving the package, he approached his friend and colleague Tyler Isaacson who shares similar values and soccer beliefs and we combined the activities with Tyler’s web based video platform. Develop soccer exercises, secure gym space, sprinkle in terrific trainers, have conscientious and caring parents get the kids to the gym, have kids who are

anuary 6, 2013 kicked off the latest soccer program for the Holmdel FC/NJX and it was a special, if not historic day for soccer in Holmdel! It was very likely the first day ever, that 350+ soccer players with club affiliation all trained on the same day: 60 kids in the Pre-Travel Clinics and 300 HFC/NJX players in the F.E.E.T (Footskills.Enhancement.Education.Training) Program.

interested and motivated to train, train the players in the gym and on the videos...and you press the “GO” button and you have the F.E.E.T Program.

The F.E.E.T program is another example of the Holmdel FC’s commitment to developing their soccer players. For more information on the Holmdel FC and travel soccer in Holmdel, please visit holmdelfc.org.

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MIDDLETOWN DISASTER RELIEF FUND DISTRIBUTES GIFT CARDS TO SANDY VICTIMS

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n January 13 at the Middletown Arts Center, the Middletown Disaster Relief Fund (MDRF) distributed gift cards to residents of North Middletown, Port Monmouth, Belford and Leonardo who were affected by Superstorm Sandy. To qualify, residents of these towns needed to pre-register by noon on January 8. The $100 Target gift cards were received as a donation from Better Education Institute of New Jersey located in New Brunswick, explained former Middletown Mayor Anthony Fiore, who was Mayor when Hurricane Sandy hit the area.

the MDRF website. Donations are tax-deductible and MDRF is a 501c3 organization. For further information, updates, and credit card donations, visit www.middletownrelief.com.

MDRF was grateful for the assistance from Middletown Police, Auxiliary Police, to the Middletown Arts Center for opening their doors during the three-hour distribution of gift cards, and to Better Education Institute of New Jersey for their generous donation.

About 700 gift cards, one gift card per household, were distributed.

Fiore organized the Middletown Disaster Relief Fund two days following the colossal storm. “We made contact with Better Education Institute through networking and two weeks ago they called and offered to donate the cards. Their founder David Tepper and treasurer Larry Rogers assisted in distributing the cards to Middletown residents,” he explained. The Board for the Middletown Relief Fund is made up of several individuals from Middletown. MDRF is a private non-profit organization that is not associated with the township. Their focus so far has been on funding. The goal of MDRF is to help fill the gap for those who have lost so much. Many First Responders in Middletown lost everything. When MDRF received 10 vouchers to PC Richards from Columbia Bank they were given to the First Responders, noted Fiore.

Due to the required pre-registration in order to receive a gift card, Fiore said the process of assisting residents will be a little easier. “We now have a list of the most affected persons through their registration for these gift cards,” he said. Donations are still very much needed to help Middletown residents recover from the destruction of Hurricane Sandy, which was far greater than anything Middletown has ever seen in its history, as stated

Left to right: Shelley Skinner of Better Education Institute, Committeeman Anthony Fiore, Deputy Mayor Stephanie Murray, Mayor Gerard P. Scharfenberger, and Kaitlin Stansfield, Gerard Green, Doug Rogers, (kneeling) Randy Robinson of Better Education Institute gather for a photo at the Middletown Arts Center on January 13, 2013 following the distribution of gift cards to Middletown residents who were affected by Hurricane Sandy.

COLTS NECK REFORMED CHURCH’S JUBILATION! CHOIR

To Present the Youth Musical Rise Up!• Sunday, February 24 @ 9:15 and 11:00 a.m.

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acked with power from the first note to the last, Rise Up! is an explosive collection of some of today’s most exciting Christian songs. Featuring “Rise Up” from the viral YouTube video from Second Baptist Church in Houston, the work also includes favorites from Casting Crowns, Michael Gungor, Matthew West, Chris Tomlin, TobyMac and Francesca Battistelli as well as dramatic sketches between each song.

The members of Jubilation! are: Elizabeth Applegate, Lauren Baghsarian, Mary Burke, Ceara Canaley, Evan Cerny, J.D. Cerny, Jessica Cerny, R.J. Edwards, Daniel Freeman, Ray Gray, Christian Hall, Julianna Heck, Rachel Johansson, Sarah Johnson, Luke Laffey, Jack Lenz, Alys MacClellan, Caitlin MacClellan, Emily MacClellan, Tess Maxwell, Dillon O’Neill, Sarah Potter, Clayton Reynolds, Emily Reynolds, Aidan Sherman, David Sherman, Jillian Sherman, Rebecca Sherman, Kristen Siebenheller, Ben Zaccaria and Bethany Zaccaria.

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Our Jubilation! choir consists of 30+ members in grades 7 through 12 and is co-directed by Jeff Brown and Maggie Tripold. Erin Barnett, Kelly Bird and Alyssa Cantin, members of our congregation, have also been working with these teens for several weeks on staging, acting and movement. The musical Rise Up! will be accompanied by Ray Gray and Chris Heider on guitar and Tom Heider on drums.

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STONEHENGE STABLES

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IN COLTS NECK IS A

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estled in the heart of “horse-friendly” Colts Neck Township is Stonehenge Stables, a state-of-the-art equine facility, as well as a beautiful barn and peaceful location.

Combine this with dedicated, caring trainers who are passionate about both the horses they train and the clients who ride them and Stonehenge Stables truly becomes a horse rider’s paradise.

The facility has a sizeable indoor arena and Olympic size outdoor arena; both using innovative premium surfaces that are dust free and provide excellent cushioning for the horses’ hooves. A grass Grand Prix field features natural obstacles that allow riders and horses to prepare for all types of challenges that may be presented at competition time. Six large turn out paddocks allow freedom and space for all of the horses to enjoy their own rest and relaxation on a daily basis. Stonehenge stresses that the care and maintenance of the horses is a major key to achieving success.

They employ some of the best veterinarians, horse shoers and grooms in the country. Pampering their horses, as well as offering the most comfort to their clients, exemplify the commitment made by the trainers at Stonehenge.

For those who are not taking lessons or riding, two comfortable climate-controlled viewing galleries with glass fronts that overlook the indoor riding arena are available for use. These rooms house comfortable leather couches, televisions, and kitchen areas.

During the summer months, when training is done in the outdoor arena, there is a grass area with relaxing benches and overhead parasols to accommodate clients and their families. Stonehenge Stables prides itself on maintaining a family-oriented environment that offers professionalism and training while keeping it fun and enjoyable. There are summer barbecues on the wooden deck at the barn, field trips to Great Adventure, and holiday celebrations.

Although Stonehenge strives for success in and out of the show ring, they feel this sport is also about having fun and bringing people together like a second family.

The training program at Stonehenge Stables is open to riders of all ages, and skill levels including short stirrup, beginners and ponies all the way to top level Grand Prix jumpers, equitation and hunter finals. They offer tailor-made programs to fit the needs of both the client and their horse. Stonehenge will do their best to cater to the individual needs of a client, from full training, partial training all the way to ship in lessons and meeting people at horse

shows. They strive to assist clients in attaining their goals, whether they simply want to take lessons on the weekend and attend local shows, or to train for the National Championships or Olympics.

Having four trainers at Stonehenge allows flexibility with lessons and horse shows and better enables them to accommodate clients’ schedules and needs. The trainers feel fortunate to share their love of horses, their knowledge and experience with clients to help them become better horsemen. As much as they love competing and winning trophies, the trainers believe at the end of the day it is all about the love and passion they have for the horses.

Max Amaya, who is from Buenos Aires, Argentina, owns Stonehenge Stables. As noted on the website, he competed extensively in the South American Grand Prix division prior to arriving to North America in 1992, where he worked for the prestigious Canadian Grand Prix rider, Mario Deslauriers. Amaya showed internationally in 1996 and by 2001 had taken over the head training position at Synergy Stables in Colts Neck. He began working in conjunction with esteemed trainers Frank and Stacia Madden of Beacon Hill Show Stables and by 2006, Amaya had established an independent business – Stonehenge Stables, LLC. Amaya believes that passion is key to the success of a rider. When interviewed in Palm Beach by Robert Jordan of Equestrian Clinics, Amaya noted that riders must be willing to work hard before they have the opportunity to ride in a Grand Prix. “Learn all you can at a young age,” he shared. That includes cleaning the stalls, caring for your horse, and everything in between – before actually showing that horse. It is all important. “Passion is the number one thing,” he said.

Amaya is backed by a team of qualified, friendly professionals who share his love and passion for the sport. They include Tiffany Jastram, who grew up locally and began her professional career straight out of college; officially joining the Stonehenge family as an assistant trainer in 2009. Louise Goodman, who came to the United States after already having a successful riding career in Europe, then continued competing until settling in at Stonehenge in the beginning of 2011. New to Stonehenge since the spring of 2012 is Irish-born dressage rider Ria Tansey, who brings a wealth of knowledge in the flatwork department of training horses and riders, which is emphasized throughout the Stonehenge training program.

Stonehenge Stables is located at 145-A Mercer Road in Colts Neck. They can be reached at 732.409.3800. Or visit their website at www.stonehengestables.com.

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Middletown Township Public Library, in conjunction with the Monmouth Conservatory of Music is proud to present a classical concert on Monday, February 25 from 7:00

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The free concert will take place in the library’s

Community Room. No registration is required but space is limited so come early. Funding for this program comes from the generous support of the MTPL Foundation, Inc. The Middletown Township Library is conveniently located just one-third of a mile east of Route 35 North at 55 New

Holmdel Daddy & Daughter “Sweetheart Dance”

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It’s date night for Dads and daughters on

Saturday, February 23 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Senior/Community Center. Fathers can invite their favorite little girl to her first dance. Enjoy an early evening of dinner and dancing. This is open to girls in 3rd - 6th Grade ONLY (Holmdel Residents only). Registration is LIMITED, so sign up early! The cost is $80 per couple ($25 each additional daughter). Forms are available at the Parks & Recreation Office or please visit https:// register.communitypass.net/holmdel to register. For more information, contact the Holmdel Office of Parks & Recreation at 732.946.2820 x1225 or by e-mail at recreation@holmdeltownship-nj.com.

Holmdel Mother & Son “Dinner Dance” Left to right: Heidi Brzyski, Acting General Manager/Director of Membership/Director of Marketing, Trump National Golf Club; Carolyn Gleason, Director, Sales & Catering, Trump National Golf lub; Morganne Firmstone, Legislative Aide for Senator Jennifer Beck’s Office; Jarrett Engel, Mayor of Colts Neck; Beth Kara, Little Soldiers Toy Drive Coordinator for Colts Neck; and Robert Bowden, Township Administrator for Colts Neck.

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unicipalities in the 11th District participated in the annual “Little Soldiers” Toy Drive, a program devoted to collecting Christmas gifts for the children of U.S. military personnel stationed overseas during the holiday season. Gift donations were set up all over the 11th District by NJ Senator Jennifer Beck, Assemblywoman Caroline Casagrande, and other legistlators. Once again, Trump National Golf Club and its Colts Neck members were a large part of making Colts Neck’s participation in the 2012 Little Soldiers Toy Drive a huge success.

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It’s a special night for mom and son(s) on Sunday, February 24 from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Senior/ Community Center. Join us and dance the night away with your favorite young gentleman. Enjoy an early evening of dinner and dancing. Registration begins January 22, 2013. This is open to boys in 3rd - 6th Grade ONLY (Holmdel Residents only). Registration is LIMITED, so sign up early! The cost is $80 per couple ($25 each additional son). Forms are available at the Parks & Recreation Office or please visit https:// register.communitypass.net/holmdel to register. For more information, contact the Holmdel Office of Parks & Recreation at 732.946.2820 x1225 or by e-mail at recreation@holmdeltownship-nj.com.

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TOYS FOR TOTS CAMPAIGN ASSISTED BY TRAIN OF HOPE FROM LOUSIANA

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Coordinator of Toys for Tots 2012 Campaign Gunnery Sergeant Jack Santelli, supporters Bill Fosgreen of A.R.M.S. and Steve Levine of the Windmill, as well as numerous volunteers who helped sort donated toys were joined by Louisiana’s Train of Hope co-founders Donna O’Daniels (second from left) and Kim Bergeron (second from right) in mid-December, 2012.

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nited States Marine Corps Toys for Tots Campaigns have been held since 1947 during which the Marines have collected and distributed new toys to millions of needy children over the years. The 2012 Toys for Tots Campaign was different due to the impact Hurricane Sandy had on the Bayshore area. Those who usually donated were dealing with the effects of the storm themselves. More children than ever needed the services of the Toys for Tots Campaign.

Thanks to the efforts of Train of Hope, the Toys for Tots campaign received an amazing toy delivery. The idea of this train was conceived by two friends, Donna O’Daniels and Kim Bergeron in St. Tammany Parish, after watching the devastation Sandy had caused in this area. A late-night conversation between O’Daniels, CEO and President of the St. Tammany Parish Tourist Commission and Bergeron, Director of Cultural and Public Affairs for the City of Slidell in Louisiana resulted in wanting to help those affected by Sandy. They utilized social media to spread the word, noting this was their way to “pay it forward” for the assistance and kindness received after Hurricane Katrina’s destruction in their area in 2005.

Within a week of the Train of Hope idea, Amtrak was ready to deliver approximately eight tons of needed relief supplies. A goal of collecting gifts and supplies from every state and the District of Columbia was a success. Another Train of Hope delivered toys collected in Louisiana to the Lt. Bobby Ryan Toy Drive in Staten Island and the USMC Reserve 6th Motor Transport Battalion Toys for Tots effort in Red Bank. Gunnery Sergeant Jack Santelli, coordinator of the Toys for Tots Campaign, explained, “We have a lot of destroyed and damaged homes, a lot of families relocated to shelters. Toys for Tots is geared toward helping needy kids at Christmas but this year we were getting a lot more requests for donations.” The amazing donations received for the toy campaign right at the critical moment they were needed put smiles on the faces of volunteers sorting the toys at the Red Bank Reserve Center, and left GySgt Santelli almost speechless. “Thank you to everyone for their unbelievable generosity,” he said.

Train of Hope co-founders O’Daniels and Bergeron were ecstatic that their idea had taken on a life of its own. O’Daniels noted that their request for donations even reached the town of North Pole, Alaska! Bergeron emphasized, “We know what hurricanes can do to homes, and families. When we struggled through the devastation of Katrina, we didn’t do it alone. We wanted to bring that same message of hope from Louisiana to New Jersey and New York and to let everyone know we understand, care, and are praying for them.”

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SELECTING THE RIGHT LAWYER

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t goes without saying that it is important to select the right lawyer no matter the nature of your case or your legal concerns. It is, however, doubly important to select the right lawyer for your divorce because of the extremely personal nature of the issues involved in the dissolution of your marriage and the need to set the right course for the future of your family.

Peter C. Paras is a shareholder in the Family Law Firm of Paras, Apy & Reiss, P.C. For more information please see the firm’s website at www. par-law.com. The information in this article is not intended as legal advice. For legal advice you should consult your attorney.

Many lawyers, by virtue of their education, experience and professional standing, are qualified to provide quality legal services. Because of the personal nature of the relationship between the divorce lawyer and the divorce client, it is important to select a lawyer with whom you feel a rapport.

Make sure you select a lawyer with whom you are comfortable expressing your innermost concerns and one you feel sure will truly listen to you.

You should also expect candor to be a two way street. In other words, you want a lawyer to whom you can be as direct as possible. You should want, and expect, a lawyer who will be direct with you.

You don’t want a lawyer who will tell you only what you want to hear. You want a lawyer who will give you his/her objective opinion, based on education, training and experience, even if he/she sometimes has to give you “bad news.” Every case has

strengths and weaknesses. The weaknesses do not go away by ignoring them. Only if they are openly and completely discussed with your lawyer can the impact of the weaknesses be minimized.

Getting divorced is a process with varying degrees of stress. The process is best negotiated and the stress made more manageable when teamwork is employed. The team consists of the client, the lawyer and the lawyer’s staff. Each component of the team functions best when communication is maximized. Therefore, another important consideration in selecting your attorney is the importance to him/her of keeping the client informed – returning calls promptly, accepting input from the client and making sure that a copy of all incoming and outgoing correspondence is sent to the client.

Many lawyers have the education, training and experience to handle your case. Only a few, however, will have the right chemistry for your needs.

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This special evening features a dinner dance with terrific food, entertainment and auction items. Guests are encouraged to include gold in their attire.

A commemorative Gala Journal will highlight special events in the history of the Museum and serve as a tribute to all who have contributed their time, talents and support over the last 50 years. “Our Gala will be the largest event of our 50th Anniversary, and will be a special night to remember,” said Avis H. Anderson, Museum Executive Director. For additional information and reservations, please call 732.747.2266 ext. 5 or visit www.monmouthmuseum.org to learn more about opportunities to support this special occasion.

Since its founding in 1963 as a “Museum of Ideas,” the Museum has grown to become one of the largest private Museums in New Jersey, with four distinctive galleries where visitors can explore changing exhibitions and programs on art, science and history. Throughout the history of the Museum, our mission has stayed the same - to provide a destination for creative expression and lifelong learning opportunities to the diverse community it serves.

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Colts Neck Resident Turns Beadweaving Hobby Into Business Story Susan Murphy

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ight years ago Colts Neck resident Valerie Romina Felcetto decided she needed a hobby and at the suggestion of her mother, she signed up for a class at the local bead shop. She took a wire class and learned to make wire jewelry. Although the hobby was enjoyable, Valerie found she was more interested in the art of beadweaving.

She began designing pieces that were more and more intricate and realized that what had started out as a hobby was turning into a craft that she felt passionate about. Valerie said the decision to sell her designs happened quite unexpectedly. “I was trying to finish off a loom piece and wasn’t sure how to end all of the threads that were at the end of my bead work. I contacted a woman from Washington State who sold her loom work on Etsy, a large website for handcrafted and vintage items. She was kind enough to send me a finishing pattern of hers. Through our conversations, she asked me what kind of beading I liked and what kind of pieces I made. After seeing my designs she asked me if I ever thought of writing my own tutorials/patterns. Since I didn’t know how to go about doing that, she took me under her wing; introduced me to the person that owns an online bead pattern website (beadpatternsboutique.com) and trained 40

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me in designing and selling patterns for my work.” And the rest, as they say, is history.

Valerie chose Romina Designs as her business name. “Romina is my middle name and it means ‘Little Rome’ in Italian.

It is a reflection of the designs that I create, which are unique, beautiful, and fun!” The designs Valerie creates usually come to her once a color palette is chosen. “I like everything big and blingy. Anything that will make a statement! I use Swarovski in everything I make. I admire a lot of jewelry that was worn by such icons as Elizabeth Taylor. I get a lot of inspiration from Indian and Egyptian culture as well. I love working with golds, reds, blues, and purples. Although bracelets and earrings seem to be my biggest sellers, I also love making necklaces with Venetian glass and Swarovski components. Some of my pieces are more or less “art” statements and therefore I do not even write up a pattern for them. They are just spur-of-the-moment ideas that take me very long to complete. If the piece does not take that long to complete, then I will usually replicate it.”

Items from Romina Designs were recently featured in a fashion show, “Once Upon a Time” hosted by Colts Neck resident Jennifer Lynn Chlebowski of Heavenly Touch Cosmetics, which was held at Park East in Hazlet. “It was nice to have models wearing my pieces. It brought some exposure and sales.” Valerie’s main focus is on the sale of her tutorials/patterns, which she

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has sold to consumers all over the world. She does post some of her items for sale on www.etsy.com. All products posted on that site can be custom-ordered. Cost of supplies and the time she puts into designing and completing each piece are reflected in the fair pricing of each item.

A large cuff bracelet will cost more than a set of earrings simply based on the time it takes to complete each item.

Currently, Valerie teaches some of her designs at The Birds and The Beads in Morganville. She will be teaching two different designs this winter season. Valerie has also sold her products at a street fair for the town of Hudson in New York. She hopes to have some of her pieces featured in local stores in the near future.

“Beading has definitely been a very therapeutic part of my life. It takes the stresses out of everyday life for me. It’s a time to sit and let my imagination run away with me. It is definitely a great way to relax for anyone,” shared Valerie.

Her advice to anyone interested in making jewelry, whether it be beadweaving, wire working, or metal clay—”I would highly recommend taking a class. Sometimes it can be difficult to just buy a pattern and do it yourself if you are unfamiliar with beads and beading components. A class will teach you specific ways to bead with the right materials and instructions.”

Valerie Romina Felcetto just turned 35 and has lived in Colts Neck for close to 30 years. She is grateful to her mother for that suggestion eight years ago to signup for a class at the local bead shop. Valerie would have liked to share her accomplishments in the business world with her father. “My Dad passed away 9 years ago. I only wish he were alive to see all of this.”

Visit www.etsy.com/rominadesigns to view Valerie’s work or contact her via email at Rominadesigns@gmail. com. You can also “Like” Romina Designs on Facebook.

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Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Colts Neck & Holmdel Present a Victorian Holiday Celebration Left to right: Event Co-chairs Sue Quincannon and Maggie Osmulski are joined by President Linda Kudler of Newcomers and Neighbors of Colts Neck and Holmdel prior to the start of the group’s Holiday Luncheon at Trump National Golf Club on December 6, 2012.

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ewcomers and Neighbors of Colts Neck and Holmdel attended a Victorian Holiday Celebration at Trump National Golf Club Colts Neck in December. Hors d’oeuvres and cocktails were served prior to an elegant luncheon and dessert. Beautiful raffle baskets filled with a wide variety of select items were on display and guests purchased tickets in the hopes of taking home a treasured basket. Event Co-Chair Maggie Osmulski noted that the Grand Prize basket was filled with $100 worth of lottery tickets.

While guests enjoyed the luncheon, Event Co-Chair Sue Quincannon of Holmdel stepped out in full Victorian attire and presented “Her Ladyship’s Wardrobe,” a fashion show featuring beautiful gowns and accessories from the Victorian and Edwardian Era. Ms. Quincannon has traveled all over the world in search of these vintage, museum-quality items which she has been collecting for about 15 years. “I started collecting men and women’s Victorian hats and now have 150 in my collection that are dated from 1780 to 1920. I then began to collect gowns from 1830 to 1920.” Rare items in her collection include a maternity dress from 1865 and a lovely dress made in Paris in the 1930s for First Lady Louise Hoover, wife of President Herbert Hoover.

Undergarments from the 1920s that include women’s and children’s corsets, crinolines, as well as silk shoes from 1790 were on display. Ms. Quincannon said she studied the fashions, customs, etiquette, and traditions of the 1700s to 1900s and once she broadened her collection, decided to share her knowledge with others. “I try to explain how everything had to be just right even down to the correct undergarments before women would go out in public.” She noted that some women had a ladies maid to assist them with all of the hooks and buttons on their garments, and how once a ladies’ corset was put on it was virtually impossible to bend down to put on shoes. “Her Ladyship’s Wardrobe” has been presented at conventions, women’s groups, and retirement villages. Questions or more detailed information about the show can be directed to Ms. Quincannon at quincan6@aol.com.

Upcoming Events for the Club The club has several events planned for February. On February 9, the “Dinner at Seven” group will meet. Book club will convene on February 26 at the Colts Neck Library at 1:00 p.m. and the “Gourmet Lunch” group will meet on February 21 at 12:00 noon. The Dearborn Farms craft meeting has been rescheduled for April and plans are beginning for the spring luncheon in May. All long-time residents of the Monmouth County area, as well as new residents, are welcome to join the group at any time during the year. Several new members just joined in December and January. For information, please call 732.526.7648 or 732.530.9543. The next general meeting will be held on February 14 at the Colts Neck Firehouse #2 on Conover Road, Colts Neck. Guests are always welcome!

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Real Estate is Changing ... So Am I My name is Annmarie â&#x20AC;&#x153;Deeâ&#x20AC;? Burtnick and I am a 33 year resident of Colts Neck where I live with my husband John and raised our four children. I was the founder and creator of a local publication where I worked as the publisher and editor for the next 13 years - I have extensive experience and marketing know-how in this area of Monmouth County. I am very active in the community and have been a member of many organizations, such as;

â&#x20AC;˘ Colts Neck Sports Foundation Ladies Auxiliary

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Saint Leo the Great Raises the Blue Ribbon Flag

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n December, a ceremony was held at Saint Leo the Great School to celebrate their 2012 National Blue Ribbon School award. The Blue Ribbon Flag and the Commemorative Plaque were given to Saint Leo’s Principal, Cornelius Begley, at a conference held on November 12 and 13 in Washington D.C. All students gathered by the newly erected flag pole station to witness the honor of raising the Blue Ribbon Flag. Fifth grader, Isabella Mansour, stated, “I feel so honored to be part of this great achievement”. Every student at the school was given a “Blue Ribbon” t-shirt that was worn during the ceremony and for a commemorative group photo.

The ceremony concluded with a moving speech expressed by Mrs. JoAnn Tier, the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, Diocese of Trenton.

Mrs. Tier stated, “The National Blue Ribbon School Award brings such pride to the Saint Leo the Great community and it raises the bar for achievement”, and then added, “The Award is a way to express excellence as part of the school community for today and for multiple years to come.”

Saint Leo the Great School scored within the top 10 percent in English, language arts and mathematics on state testing. Saint Leo the Great School is one of only 44 Catholic schools in the nation to receive this prestigious award.

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BROOKDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE HOSTS JERSEY SHORE HOME SHOW

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onmouth County’s 23rd Jersey Shore Home Show was held January 11 to 13 at Collins Arena on the Lincroft campus of Brookdale Community College. Exhibitors from New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Connecticut offered invaluable information and discounts to hundreds of local residents during the three-day event. Having such a wide variety of companies in one location allowed attendees to speak with numerous

representatives from these businesses and to ask questions regarding their personal home needs. Professional exhibitors included businesses specializing in interior design, water conditioning, window treatments, pool services, floor coverings, siding, and protective gutters.

Banks, realtors, insurance agents, recovery services, energy groups, and security services were also available.

Representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency handed out brochures and pamphlets on mold and lead poisoning, as well as a Lead Resource Guide for consumers.

Coastal Habitat for Humanity answered questions and explained their application process.

MONMOUTH/OCEAN COUNTIES HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL OFFICIALS DONATE TO HURRICANE SANDY CHARITIES

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Left to right: NJFOA Shore Chapter President Phil Senecke, First Presbyterian Church of Belmar Pastor Bill Morris and NJFOA Representative Sam Riello

epresentatives of the NJFOA Shore Chapter High School Football Officials Association recently delivered Hurricane Sandy Relief Donation Checks to several local charities.

Donations were collected from member football officials and were made to: First Presbyterian Church of Belmar, Jersey Shore Calvary Church, NJSPBA Sandy Relief Fund, Restore the Shore/Hometown Heroes, SandyNJReliefFund.org, Brick PAL, The RAINE Foundation, Union Beach Volunteer Fire Department, Keyport Little Indians & the Point Pleasant Elks. In all, over $4,000.00 was collected and donated.

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The Hazlet/Holmdel Goddard School takes this happening to heart. By enrolling in our school, we will donate a portion of the enrollment fees to this beloved charity. We welcome you to visit, tour and experience learning through play for your children.

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ig Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties (BBBSMMC) is holding their 31st Annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser March 1 through March 10 at various Monmouth & Middlesex County Bowling Centers to raise needed funds to sustain and expand their 1:1 mentoring programs.

Bowl for Kids’ Sake is BBBSMMC’s premier community fundraising event. Individuals, as well as school, community, and corporate teams come together to spend time bowling with the focus on fun, friendship, camaraderie, and most importantly, the children in need of a positive role model.

“You don’t need to be a great bowler; you just need to care about kids and their future,” remarked William Salcedo, Executive Director.

“The Big Brothers Big Sisters program puts a caring mentor in the life of a child who needs a friend to guide them on a path to success.

Bowl for Kids’ Sake raises awareness of our need for mentors as well as funds that help us reach more children.”

The agency is seeking sponsors and teams to meet their goal of raising $80,000 to support the BBBSMMC program. Those wishing to bowl in teams of five are each asked to raise a minimum of $100 individually and students are asked to raise $50 individually through pledges from friends, family & co-workers. Participants will enjoy bowling, food, and giveaways in celebration of their fundraising efforts. Sponsorship opportunities are also available ranging from $250 - $5000.

The Vision of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties is that all children achieve success in life. BBBSMMC is a donor-supported, volunteer agency that is currently serving over 500 children by providing 1:1 mentoring and the agency is funded through individual gifts, grants and special events. For more information on Bowl for Kids’ Sake, to become a Big Brother or Sister or to make a donation, call 732.544.2224 or visit www.bbbsmmc.org.

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Ranney’s Middle School Honored with National Literary Awards

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anney’s Middle School has started off the New Year on an accomplished note. The MAG, Ranney’s Middle School literary and art magazine, has carried on what has now become a nationally-recognized winning tradition. The student editorial staff and advisor, Lorrie Benditt, recently earned awards from Columbia and American Scholastic Press Associations for the Origins edition (Volume 1) of the 2011-2012 MAG and the Future of Technology (Volume 2).

The Columbia Scholastic Press Association granted the MAG the Gold Award after the publication scored an impressive 851 out of a possible 1,000 points. The literary and art magazine earned a first place award with special merit from the American Scholastic Press Association, placing them at the top of the category: Private/Parochial Schools with an enrollment of 500-1,000. “I am so appreciative of the continued recognition The MAG receives after all of the hard work that goes into its production,” said Mrs. Benditt.

“Each year, the editors, staff and I learn more about the writing, editing and layout processes.”

The American Scholastic Press Association also recognized Brittany Hofferber ’17 (Little Silver, NJ) with an Outstanding Poem Award for her contribution of “Fall is Like a Show”. According to the ASPA, this award was given to only four students nationwide this year. “Brittany wrote her poem after a lesson based on an idea from the annual press days at Columbia University which we attend every fall,” shared Mrs. Benditt. “These press days have helped a great deal.”

In 2012, the magazine’s Volume 13 issues entitled Fairytales & Fantasy and Summertime 2011 were granted a “First Prize with Special Merit” award from the American Scholastic Press Association, as well as a silver medal from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. In 2010, The MAG’s 50th Anniversary edition not only received a Myths and Glyphs “First Prize with Special Merit,” but was also named “Best Middle School Literary Art Magazine” – a recognition bestowed upon only three schools throughout the United States.

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Children of all ages are encouraged to attend and participate in all the special activities. Dance machine, face painting mask creations, Hamentashen baking (Hamentashen are the three-cornered cookies of various flavors), a slide show depicting the story of Purim and much more.

In addition, a carnival style menu of hot dogs, burgers, corn on the cob, and popcorn will be served. The Purim carnival festive atmosphere and the fun children’s activities promise to be the perfect Purim celebration for the entire family.

In the spirit of Purim, participants are encouraged to come in costume and be included in the competition which will award prizes to contestants with the most innovative or funny costumes. The event is a community-wide program, and all are welcome to join regardless of affiliation or background. All inclusive admission is $10 for children, $36 a family and sponsorships are $250. Come and bring a friend.

For more information about Chabad Jewish Center of Holmdel’s Purim festivities or regarding the holiday of Purim and its observances, contact Rabbi Shmaya & Rochi Galperin at 732.772.1998 or visit our website at www.JewishHolmdel.org/purim.

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Sea Bright Rising Founder Chris Wood, owner of Woody’s Ocean Grille in Sea Bright was on at The Downtown in Red Bank to receive a check for $5,000 from Sawtooth Founder Bill Schmermund (also a shore resident).

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Students and faculty showed their support by running into to freezing waters to raise money for Catholic Education. Sixteen SJVHS athletic teams participated in the event. Cheerleading had the most representation with 49 representatives. Baseball came in 2nd with 16 representatives.

The SJV Community hit the beach with about 200 people wearing gold & black headbands. More than half hit the water while the rest cheered them on. Participation increased from 25 participants last year to 200 this year and donations went up over three times what was brought in last year.

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