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pring is in the air, and as the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, the outside will become our playground once again.

As you flip through each page you will see all of the wonderful events that we have covered. An abundance of galas, dances, benefits, fundraisers, soirees, art shows - are all featured in April’s edition of Community Magazine. We also have showcased upcoming events in and around your towns; they are the perfect way to make new memories with the people you love the most

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We have a great article on Meredith Gallagher, a Colts Neck High School junior, who in this technological revolution is encouraging her peers to relearn the joys and benefits of reading. She is planning on launching a springtime coffee house/ literary circle, check out page 18 for more information. Community Magazine has spotlighted the multi-faceted Holmdel resident Serena DiMaso, who seems to do it all without breaking a sweat – even while taking on her new role as a Freeholder of Monmouth County.

If you’re looking to find an adorable, four legged companion, please check out our showcase of some of the sweetest and cutest adoptables from Castle of Dreams. We have six featured this month that are looking for a family they can call their own. Once you see these sweet faces, it’ll be hard not to want to make them a part of your family. Please help us in trying to find them their forever home.

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STORY Susan Murphy

eventy-five guests attended a “meet and greet” evening showcasing Italian wine expert Victor Rallo, Jr. held on March 8 at Dearborn Market. Mr. Rallo owns and operates Basil T’s Brewery and Italian Grill in Red Bank, and Undici Taverna Rustica in Rumson. Both restaurants have received numerous awards for their excellent cuisine, service, and extensive Italian wine lists.

Victor Rallo, Jr., a Fair Haven resident, visits Italy six to eight times a year where he searches for inspiration for his restaurants and continues to taste and write about the wines from each region of Italy. His expert knowledge and love of wine combined with his many trips to Italy prompted him to write his recently published book, “Napoleon Wasn’t Exiled – A Wine and Travel Journal.”

The book takes the reader on a journey through Tuscany during which Mr. Rallo captures the beauty of the regions, the exceptional wines, the delicious meals, and fond words for those he meets. The beautiful pictures combined with the straightforward, enjoyably descriptive journal entries made by Mr. Rallo delivers Italy right to your doorstep.

During the event, guests were able to enjoy Parmesan and gourmet cheeses, olive oil and fresh baked breads with meat antipasti. Mr. Rallo brought in several handselected wines that guests were able to try. As he discussed his passion for Italian food and wine, Mr. Rallo emphasized, “Italian wine needs food to really shine and flourish.” As a restaurant owner, he uses the freshest ingredients found locally plus ingredients that he can import from Italy. He strongly believes in the connection between family, friends, food and wine. He and his wife Kari have three children, a daughter Eli and twin sons Jake and Jack. As he discussed his businesses, his expertise and love of wine, and his trips to Italy, Mr. Rallo added that those who have never been to Italy must go; those who have been should return. He fielded questions from the guests about wine, food, and various regions of Italy. Following his talk, Mr. Rallo signed copies of his book for those who wished to purchase it.

Aside from the websites for his restaurants, Mr. Rallo has a website for his wine. Visit www.rallowines.com for information.

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Left to right: Frank Luccarelli, Victor Rallo, Jr., and DJ Luccarelli pose for a picture on March 8 at Dearborn Market during a special evening highlighting Mr. Rallo’s book, “Napoleon Wasn’t Exiled – A Wine and Travel Journal.”

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American Doll Dance Camp, Kick Fitness If your tiny dancer is somewhere between ages 5 and 9 she’ll love to dance and twirl with her American girl, and this American Girl Dance Camp. This week long camp in June includes dance games, crafts and stories with your doll. Musical theater, ballet and jazz are all part of the fun.

Date: June 25-29 Time: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM Ages: 5-9 years Cost: $250 Location: Fair Haven Phone: 732.212.1322

Dates: All Summer (5 week minimum) Time: 9:00 AM - 3:35 PM (or for 3-4 yrs 9:00 AM -12:15 PM) Ages: 3 – 12 years Location: Long Branch Phone: 732.222.6464

Kids Inventing, Ranney School

Surf Camp, Ted Shred’s, Monmouth Beach

This course will introduce your kids to the stories of real child inventors who designed award-winning inventions. Students will develop unique ideas, complete research and design and build a model of their invention. And to continue the process, they’ll learn how to patent and manufacture an invention.

The course includes a field trip to Thomas Edison’s home in West Orange to showcase one of the world’s greatest inventors.

Your little surfer dudes can hang loose while catching some waves at this totally awesome surf camp.

Each camp is a week and includes the basics for beginners to experienced surfers. Yeah mom, you’ll win some cool mom points for signing the kiddos up for this rad week of fun in the sun.

Date: June 26-July 6 Time: 10:30 AM-12:00 AM Ages: 6th - 8th grade Cost: $450 Location: Tinton Falls Phone: 732.542.4777

Date: Summer Weeks Time: 9:00 AM -3:00 PM Cost: $350 Location: Monmouth Beach Phone: 732.337.9102

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Jersey Shore Skim Camp, Sea Bright If surfing’s not your thing, skimming might be. This camp, which is the ONLY skim boarding camp on the East Coast, teaches kids the art of balance and the thrill of the ride. If your kids are the tow headed, ocean loving, surfer type, (or simply want to be), they’ll be stoked about this skim boarding camp.

Taught by top pros, this camp is for all levels (recommended ages are 7 through teens, although they have taken some kids at younger ages). You’d be amazed at what your kids can do on one of these things!

Date: 3-4 Days a week choose a summer week Time: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Ages: 7 yrs - Teens Cost: $165 Location: Sea Bright Municipal Beach Phone: 732.598.6029

Seashore Day Camp & School, Long Branch This all around day camp, located one block from the beach in Long Branch, features all kinds of cool activities. On the schedule for this summer are activities including: banana boating, wind surfing, surfing, sailing, water skiing, snorkeling, kayaking, swimming, trampoline, rock climbing, golf, gymnastics, karate, jewelry making, cooking, dance parties and day trips, too. Ah to be a kid again! (To take part in some of the camps, kids must sign up for the one week Sports Camp.) Bonus: All kids are offered 10

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Sports Talk Radio Camp, Small Factory Productions Have you ever listened to your favorite sports teams, wishing you were in the broadcasting booth?

This camp gives kids that chance to play sports caster for a day (or week). Your kids will learn the fundamentals of play-by-play and color commentary as well as sports talk radio analysis, then they’ll head behind the mic and put their skills to use in their very own simulated sporting event.

Dates: Saturdays Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 AM Age: 8 plus Cost: $200 for 6 weeks Location: Fair Haven Phone: 732.212.1088

The Culinary Institute Camp, YMCA Calling all tiny travelers and kiddie cooks! Travel the world in five days by discovering different cultures through food in this weekly cooking camp. Your kiddos will be introduced to the basics of food preparation, measuring, choosing ingredient and create dishes from countries like Spain and Japan. And to experience more of the culture of each area, kids will get creative with a cultural craft.

What little boy (or girl) wouldn’t love to create and build motorized models out of Lego bricks and operate them remotely? This camp is all about creating, building and having a blast. Each child gets to take home a Bricks4Kidz T-shirt and a custom mini figure at the end of the camp.

Dates: July 2-27 (M-F) Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Age: 4-10 Cost: $200 / week Location: Red Bank Phone: 732.671.5503

Date: August 6-10 Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Ages: 6-8 years Cost: $175 Location: Manasquan Phone: 732.292.4475

SeaQuest Marine Science Camp, American Littoral Society

Triple Threat Theater Camp, Phoenix Productions Does your tween have what it takes to be a Triple Threat Performer—a person who sings well, dances well, acts well, and feels confident on stage.

Phoenix Productions teaches youngsters how to sing, dance, and act well enough to perform alongside seasoned professionals. This four-week camp meets 4x a week and covers audition techniques, monologues, improv, dance combinations, vocal training and more, culminating with a showcase for family and friends.

Dates: July 16-August 10 (M,T,Th,F) Time: 9:30 AM -12:30 PM (8-11 yrs) 1:30 PM 4:30 PM (10-13 years) Age: 8-13 years Cost: $460 Location: Red Bank Phone: 732.747.0014

Treat your kids to a week of environmental fun with American Littoral Society educators and naturalists this summer. This camp held at beautiful Sandy Hook, features the SeaQuest marine science and environmental science curriculum which has been used in New Jersey after school enrichment programs for the past 5 years. Kids will have fun through field based learning about coastal habitat, wildlife and human impacts on them.

Dates: July 30-Aug 3, Aug 6-10, Aug 20-23 Age: Entering grades 5-8 Cost: $250 Location: Fort Hancock, Sandy Hook Phone: 732.291.0055 ext.109 Please always check with camp providers first to confirm current pricing, times and availability.

Keeping the kiddos occupied all summer isn’t easy, but this list of fun and unique summer camps will keep your kids loving life and having a blast. Note: This is not a ranking, just a list of some very cool camps we really love. To see more summer camp providers, check out http://redbank.hulafrog.com/ Camps.aspx

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Alumni Mothers’ Craft Show Celebrates 17 Years STORY Susan Murphy

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hristian Brothers Academy (CBA) Alumni Mothers held their 17th annual Craft Show on March 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The juried show was limited to crafts handmade exclusively by the crafter, who had to be present at the show. Craft Show Coordinators Kathy Plath and Lorraine Connolly have worked as a team for 15 years. “CBA Alumni Mothers’ Craft Show is a cooperative effort between present Academy Mothers and Alumni Moms. We work together with other CBA organizations, including the CBA Alumni Association, to raise funds to offer scholarships to needy boys through the Brother Andrew O’Gara Scholarship Fund. Brother Andrew had been the Mothers’ Club Moderator throughout his years at CBA,” explained Mrs. Plath.

Traditionally, a raffle of crafts donated by the artisans participating in the show is held. One of the crafters, Louis L. Booth, who sells hand crafted jewelry, has been a part of the show for the entire 17 years. “Mr. and Mrs. Booth have helped us in our jurying process to maintain a very high standard of hand-crafted jewelry and other crafts,” said Mrs. Plath.

Many shoppers attended and had an array of items to choose from. Some of the craft items included jewelry, children’s clothing, women’s clothing, unique candles, photography, hand-painted benches, and name-specific DVDs. There was also an assortment of home-baked items such as bread and cookies.

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LEFT: Left to right: Alumni mothers assisting with the CBA Alumni Mothers’ Craft Show were Justine Seda, Carla Vitale, Co-Coordinator Lorraine Connolly, Judy Santamaria, Co-Coordinator Kathy Plath, Karen Bergamo, and Doreen Deegan.

RIGHT:Left to right: Co-Coordinator Lorraine Connolly, Principal of CBA Brother James Butler, and Co-Coordinator Kathy Plath pause for a photo during the CBA Alumni Mothers’ Craft Show on March 3.

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LOCAL EVENTS Family Fun Day Event April 14, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Family Funathon at Thompson Park May 5, 8:00 a.m.

Walk4Friends April 29, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Where children can visit with Spiderman Live, Ride on the Fun Bus, have hands on exploration with Science Matters and have a great take home project enjoy a Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Balloon Animals, Carnival Games, Spin Art, Rides, Computer Games and Demos, and more at Holmdel Preschool at 674 N. Beers Street in Holmdel!

Competitions in a variety of outdoor challenges at Thompson Park on Route 520 in Lincroft. For more information, call 732.842.4000 ext. 4236 or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com.

Join us for an afternoon of family fun and community solidarity as we walk hand in hand to benefit an organization that brings joy, cheer and respite to children with special needs and their families on Vonage Campus, located at 23 Main Street in Holmdel.

For more information, visit www.walk4friends.com.

Union Beach Benefit Night at T.G.I. Fridays – April 19 Join the Union Beach EMS and T.G.I. Friday’s (Hazlet location – Route 35) for a meal on Thursday, April 19, 2012 from 4:00 – 10:00 p.m. 20% of the sales will be given to the Union Beach EMS when you present flyer (flyer must be presented).

By joining us for this meal, you help raise money for Union Beach EMS – all right here in your community! Flyers are available at Union Beach Borough Hall – 650 Poole Avenue

42nd Annual Monmouth Festival of the Arts - May 6-9 New Jersey’s Foremost Juried Art Exhibition and Sale, and winner of the 2010 Governor’s Award in Art Exhibition. Daily admission is $8.00 and seniors are $7.00 for all exhibits and demonstrations. For more information, go to www. monmouthfestivalofthearts.com or call 732.747.8278. Located at Monmouth Reform Temple at 332 Hance Avenue in Tinton Falls.

A Taste of Sea Bright Trolley Hop April 21, 12:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Family-friendly trolley tour with 19 dining and cocktail stops to sample delicious food and cocktails. Only 1,000 tickets will be sold. For more information, call 732.241.4055 or visit www.visitseabright.com.

Taste of Asbury Park April 29, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Food from Asbury Park’s vibrant & eclectic restaurant scene, between Cookman Avenue and Main & Emory Streets. For more information, call 732.775.7676 or visit www. asburyparkchamber.com.

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Sheep Sheering & Wool Days at Longstreet Farm – April 28 & 29 Visitors can try their hand at carding and spinning wool as well as shearing the sheep at Longstreet Farm in Holmdel from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. For more information, call 732.946.3758 or visit www.monmouthcountyparks. com.

4th Annual Self-Guided Historic Tour May 5 & 6 Visit over 30 historic places throughout the county for free, guided by a tour map and booklet.

Sites include historic houses, farms, houses of worship, lighthouses, museums, working mill, former military installations, and an industrial village. For more information, call 1.800.523.2587 or visit www. visitmonmouth.com.

Sea Bright Classic Car Show April 28, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m .

Cars, trophies, prizes, giveaways make this family event a winner. For more information, visit www.visitseabright. com/carshow.

Spring Flea Market at Allaire Village - April 28 Located at Historic Allaire Village in Wall, the flea market will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., for more information, call 732.919.3500.

Spring Arts & Crafts Festival April 28, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

A full day of fun and shopping with 80 crafters, lots of fun and food, face painting, Antsy the clown and much more at Squan Plaza in Manasquan.

Paint the Town Pink April 28 to May 5 Stories and restaurants GO PINK to heighten awareness of breast cancer. For more information and times, go to www.pinkbank.org or call 732.842.4244.

15th Annual Brookdale Guitar Show April 15, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Original & Best Guitar Show on the Jersey Shore at the Donald D. Werner Student Life Center at Brookdale Community College located at 765 Newman Springs Road. For more information, call 732.224.2345 or visit www.brookdaleguitarshow.com.

14th Annual Bayonet Farm Earth Day Festival – April 29. 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Discover Reptiles, Geocaching, and Hear the Swampgrass Jug-Band!

Live performances are held inside two classic Pennsylvania Dutch-style barns on the pastoral estate, now a preserved Holmdel Township Public Park. For more information, please call Carol at 732.946.9064.

Caroline & Albert Manzo Sample New Line of Tomato Sauce at Dearborn Market – April 22, 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Caroline Manzo, one of the stars of Bravo’s hit TV series, The Real Housewives of New Jersey, will join her husband, Albert Manzo, owner of The Brownstone, in demonstrating their new line of Tomato Sauces.

For more information, call Dearborn Market at 732.264.0256.

Harpin’ Help 2012 April 22, 1:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Bar Anticipation, Lake Como Harpin’ Help is an annual charity event organized by local musician Sandy Mack in conjunction with the Jersey Shore Jazz & Blues Foundation. The purpose is to generate some much needed funding for JSJBF, some much needed food for The Keyport Ministerium Food Pantry and to provide some great live musical entertainment. All ages are welcome.

Cost: $15 with food/or non-perishable items $20 without. For more information, contact Sandy Mack at sandmack2000@yahoo.com or check them out on the web at http://jsjbf.org.

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he cornea is the clear window that is in the front of your eye. This is where humans place their contact lenses. When a scratch or a defect occurs in the cornea, this is called an ulcer.

What is an indolent corneal ulcer in a dog?

Indolent corneal ulcers are typically non-healing superficial corneal ulcers of dogs, and are otherwise known as superficial corneal epithelial defects (SCCEDs). These are also known as canine recurrent erosion, Boxer ulcers, non-healing erosions, and recurrent epithelial erosions, amongst others. These ulcers are commonly seen in the Boxer breed as well as in older dogs and dogs that have current corneal disease or eyelid diseases. These ulcers can take weeks or even months to heal and are very painful. When ulcers take a long time to heal, corneal vessels will form, which causes redness to the cornea and can lead to chronic pain and blindness. Indolent ulcers are superficial, meaning that they occur in the outermost portion of the cornea. Unfortunately, this is also where the majority of the sensory nerves of the cornea are located, which causes pain for your loved one.

Indolent ulcers should be considered in superficial ulcers that fail to heal appropriately. Appropriate time for a corneal ulcer to heal is less than two weeks. Indolent ulcers typically occur in any middle-aged dog with an erosion that fails to heal within 2 weeks. These typically happen in dogs 8-9 years old, however it can happen in any age, breed, or sex.

Other potential causes of delayed wound healing include eyelid abnormalities, foreign bodies, tear film abnormalities, exposure, eyelid paralysis, and others.

Indolent ulcers typically have a classic clinical appearance. They are superficial ulcers with a loose ring of epithelium. The epithelium is the outermost layer of cells of the cornea. The fluorescein stain will work its way under the loose epithelium. Indolent ulcers do not have loss of stroma, only epithelium. Stroma is the thick part of the cornea that helps the cornea to maintain its shape.

The degree of pain in these patients is typically varied. For some patients, the ulcers are extremely painful, whereas chronic cases are typically less painful. Pain is evidenced in the dog by squinting, tearing, and redness to the white area on the eye.

Past treatments involve topical antibiotics as well as a grid keratotomy, which utilizes a needle to “scratch” the cornea. This allows the epithelial cells to migrate into the scratches and adhere to the cornea for better healing. This is the equivalent of how the construction workers scratch the pavement in the summer before laying down blacktop. At Garden State Veterinary Specialists, we use a combination of cotton-tipped applicator debridement which removes the dead epithelium from the cornea, then apply topical antibiotics, pain medications, a contact lens, and newer technology…a diamond burr keratotomy. This technology not only keeps the patient’s eye safer during the procedure, but heals the cornea much more quickly (usually less than 2 weeks!). It is important to be aware of this condition if you own a dog over the age of 7 years old or if you own a Boxer of any age or sex. Should you notice any squinting, tearing, or redness to your dog’s eye(s), you should seek a medical examination from your family veterinarian. If warranted, your veterinarian may refer you to Garden State Veterinary Specialists for treatment.

The material contained in this article is for informational purposes only and should not be substituted for the advice of a veterinarian.

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Tracey believes that learning through mobile technologies is on the rise, and when she was contemplating new ways to help teachers learn about classroom management, the idea of writing a textbook wasn’t exciting. However, creating something for the iPad and iPhone was, so she approached her husband, Dave.

Dave, a software architect, has spent the majority of his career building enterprise software. But in his personal time, he has become an avid user and advocate of Apple products. “When Tracey approached me with her idea, I was intrigued about learning a new technology and creating a product for the iPad and iPhone,” he said. He spent several months taking some online courses to learn about programming for iOS, Apple’s platform for mobile devices.

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Colts Neck Student Creates Website to

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Chain Reaction Reviews Reading Writing Communication Starts With One Strong Link

“If you don’t like to read, you haven’t found the right book,” is a quote from J.K. Rowling, author of the wildly popular Harry Potter series.

Meredith Gallagher couldn’t agree more.

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he Colts Neck High School junior’s passion for quality reading and thoughtful writing has led her to create a website to inspire others to read. Especially at the middle and high school levels, Gallagher believes good reading and writing skills lead to effective speaking and good communication overall. When pursuing goals of higher education or success in the workplace, these skills are more important than ever. Meredith knows how lucky she is to be growing up during this technological revolution.

says. Gallagher focused on a solution to the issue of making reading fun again in order to satisfy requirements for her Girl Scout Gold Award. Chainreactionreviews.com is the website created by Gallagher to inspire her generation to relearn the joys and the benefits of reading.

“I have discovered that books are amazing things. The stories make me laugh, make me cry, help me face danger, experience fantasy, appreciate struggle, relive history, etc. They bring an otherwise unattainable magic within my grasp,” “The infiltration of social media she said. This epiphany occurred for my generation is wonderful but for Gallagher during a creative it can also be time-devouring and writing class at Cedar Drive Middle teens are being distracted by the School. Marc Coe, science teachpull of technology at every turn. er and writing monitor, allows the The urge to curl up with an elec- students to free write in his after tronic device rather than a good school workshop. When Gallagher book can be overwhelming,” she realized that she could write about anything she wanted, “The infiltration of social media her creativity was uninhibited. She has for my generation is wonderful but written a collection of over 100 composiit can also be time-devouring and tions in prose and poteens are being distracted by the etry which she hopes pull of technology at every turn.” to publish someday.

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“Because I was an avid reader, my vocabulary expanded and my writing became more introspective,” she noted. Three years later and the formula is still a winner: “The more I read, the better my writing becomes; the more I write, the better I’m able to speak with confidence and communicate effectively…It’s a chain reaction!”

Rather than fight the pull of technology, Gallagher uses it to her advantage. The website is an online literary circle for ages 12 and above. Here, she has reviewed some of her favorite books for teens from a teen’s perspective.

The best part--she invites all others to review their favorite books as well.

“Through your book reviews and mine, I hope we can share our insight and inspiration, consider the ideas of others, and engage in meaningful discussions,” she said.

Gallagher plans to launch a springtime coffee house/literary circle at Countryside Cafe, Colts Neck. See chainreactionreviews.com or her Facebook page for details.

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to Offer Free Oral Cancer Screenings in Middletown Friday, April 13 Brings Good Luck for Those Interested in Oral Health Exam Using Latest Technology

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r. Mitchel Friedman announced that he will offer free oral cancer screenings in support of Oral Cancer Awareness Month on Friday, April 13, 2012. The event will take place at the Middletown Township main library located at 55 New Monmouth Road in Middletown starting at 11:30 a.m. Visit the library website to register: www.MTPL.org The exams will be administered by Newman Springs Dental Care’s Mitchel Friedman, DDS. Each exam will take only a few minutes and involve no pain or discomfort. In addition to using visual inspection and feeling the face and neck for lumps, Dr. Friedman will examine the oral cavity using a state-of-the-art VELscope® oral cancer screening device. This completely non-invasive hand-piece shines a safe blue light into the mouth and has special filters allowing dental professionals to discover potentially dangerous lesions that might not be visible to the naked eye.

Oral cancer is one of the few types of cancer that has not experienced a reduction in mortality over the past several decades. One reason is due to the alarming growth in oral cancers being caused by the sexually-transmitted human papilloma virus, or HPV. As a result, a disease that has historically affected older males who use tobacco or drink excessively is now affecting an increasing number of younger males and females who are not tobacco users or heavy drinkers.

The second reason for the high mortality rate of oral cancer is the fact that the disease is usually detected in late stages, when the fiveyear survival rate is under 50%. Fortunately, when discovered in early stages, the survival rate leaps to approximately 82%. Health experts advise that the best way to increase the early detection of oral cancer is for all adults to receive an oral cancer exam as part of their regular dental hygiene check-up.

Prior to the complimentary exams, Dr Friedman will provide a multimedia presentation to inform the attendees about healthy habits and early warning signs of oral cancer.

CILU CELEBRATES SPRING Be sure to visit the CILU table at Holmdel’s Community Day/HYAA baseball Bonanza on April 21 at Cross Farm from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The following weekend, on April 29, CILU will have a table at the Earth Day Celebration from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Bayonet Farm.

The May meeting of CILU will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, May 14, at the Holmdel Community Center on Crawford’s Corner Road. Meetings are free and are open to the public. For further information about CILU, please visit our website at http://www.Holmdel-CILU.org.

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Local artist and jewelry designer, Valerie Felcetto, gave instructions to Newcomers and Neighbors members on March 8. Left to right: Rosalind Kopel, Valerie Felcetto, Dee Mollema and Linda Paganucci.

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he Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Colts Neck and Holmdel will hold a tea and garden tour at the home of Jen Axelrod on April 12 at 9:30 a.m. This event will take the place of the regular monthly meeting that is usually held at the Colts Neck Firehouse # 2.

On March 8, Colts Neck artist and jewelry designer, Valerie Felcetto, taught members and guests how to make a simple beaded bracelet. Some beautiful pieces of jewelry were created by the attendees. Felcetto also brought samples of her handmade beaded crystal designs which were quickly sold. She will take orders online for custom pieces.

Find her on Facebook at Romina Designs or email Rominadesigns@gmail.com Mark your calendar for May 9 - the Newcomers and Neighbors Club will hold the annual spring luncheon at the beautiful Eagle Oaks Country Club.

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STORY Susan Murphy

ak Hill Academy celebrated its thirty-first year with a “Night On Bourbon Street,” a Mardi Gras celebration presented by the Oak Hill Academy Parents Organization (OHAPO) on March 10 at Robert B. Meyner Reception Center in Holmdel. Chairs Tracy Shallcross and Dawn Zolek decided to make this year’s school gala into an unforgettable event.

Mrs. Zolek explained, “Our thought was to take the annual school gala and completely transform it into a true ‘Night on Bourbon Street’ for our guests, the parents of the students in our school.” They certainly did just that! The look and feel of New Orleans was recreated in the décor through the use of beautiful centerpieces, signage, street lamps, lighting, colorful beads and masks. Even the taste was recreated with Hurricane drinks and New Orleans beer! Another authentic touch was the use of a live model in a Mardi Grass dress who was the “cocktail table” or “Strolling Table.” She strolled the entry area as a trio from the Eryn Shewell Band entertained guests. The trio later joined several other band members, all of whom had just returned from Mardi Gras in New Orleans, and played for guests throughout the evening.

Mrs. Zolek and Mrs. Shallcross acknowledged the dedication and hard work of the Committee members Jen VanBerkel, Kim Clemente, Lisa Wicks, Tara Lucosky, Carrie-Lynn Whitman, Kristine Kayser-Bermudez, Casey Burdge, Lisa Moskowitz, and Patrick Scire. OHAPO President Heather Forsyth, Treasurer Corey Small, and Secretary Joan Orlick also assisted in making “Night On Bourbon Street” a success. Planning for this event began last spring, and with the combined efforts of the Chairs, Committee, OHAPO Executive Board, and the generosity of donations by numerous Underwriters, this event was an enormous success.

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Colts Neck Native Named Marine Corps Battalion Commander

On February 24, 2012 at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina Lt. Colonel Lawrence C. Coleman, U.S. Marine Corps assumed command of 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company. 2nd ANGLICO is a battalion of the II Marine Expeditionary Force and the unit will deploy to Afghanistan in May. Shown with his mother, Sue, Larry grew up in Colts Neck, attended St. John Vianney High School and graduated from The U.S. Naval Academy in 1993. He now lives at Camp Lejeune with his wife Linda and their five children.

Colts Neck Lions Happenings The Annual Parade of Checks for the District was a success. It was such a huge success that the Colts Neck Lions Club was able to purchase a new eye examination machine which they use to exam students in local grade schools every year. With this machine, they have detected many problems and diverted many catastrophes.

Events that will be happening are the 4th Annual Wine Tasting and Kentucky Derby, held at Bucks Mill Park on Saturday, May 5 it’s a popular event that everyone enjoys. The annual Relay for Life will be June 9 and 10 and the Lions Club will be cooking, like usual.

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The Lions Club is an extremely worthwhile and dynamic organization that is worth joining. If anyone has an interest in joining, please call Sil Lutkewitte at 732.946.4859; Sal Barbagallo at 732.614.5105; or Ken Davis at 732.946.2507. We gladly welcome anyone at any of our events. Our meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month (check website for time and location). Our April meeting is at 7:00 p.m. at the Countryside Café on Route 34. Come join the Lions and help us with our motto…We Serve!

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COLTS NECK PTO’S

29TH ANNUAL DREAM MAKER SPRING GALA LIVED UP TO ITS TITLE Story Susan Murphy

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olts Neck PTO’s 29th Annual Dream Maker Spring Gala was held March 2 at Robert B. Meyner Reception Center in Holmdel. Their theme, “Making Things Possible for Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders,” was apparent in every aspect of the Gala. Thanks to the businesses, families, specific classrooms, and individuals who donated all of the prizes, dreams of the students will become realities.

An extraordinary array of gift baskets were filled with such items as a Kindle Fire, tickets to various sports events, fine jewelry, gift certificates for shopping and dining, a 40” flat screen LED TV, as well as tickets for a hot air balloon ride! Two golden ticket prizes were a 5.17Ct Citrine ring with surrounding diamonds and a collection of over 100 bottles of wine from all over the world.

Colts Neck PTO’s Committee chose a speaker they felt best exemplified “making dreams possible for today’s youth and tomorrow’s leaders.” Motivational speaker Barry Habib, a member of the community, willingly shared his story.

Event Chairperson and PTO Fundraising Director Pamela Molloy said, “He is an inspiration to all of us, from where he started in life to where he is now. May his story spur us all on to achieving great things in the future.”

“All this money goes back to the schools to create a better educational experience for our children. I am so proud to be part of the Colts Neck PTO because seeing the dedication of our volunteers in action is truly inspiring to me.” - Kim Largey ABOVE: Left to right: Colts Neck PTO 2011-2012 Executive Board members are Stephanie Schubert, Secretary; Nicole Feaster, Vice President; Pamela Molloy, Fundraising Director; Tricia Krietzberg, Publicity and Webmaster; Kristina Mavica, Treasurer; Ellen Schauer, Student Activities Coordinator; Lisa Geissler, Assistant Treasurer; and Kim Largey, President.

LEFT: Distinguished community member and inspirational speaker Barry Habib and his wife Toni.

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Outgoing PTO President Kim Largey, shared her thoughts. “Year after year I am amazed at the accomplishments of the Spring Gala Committee and this year is no exception. This was an elegant and fun night for the guests and we raised funds that will help us to implement wonderful programs and initiatives to benefit Colts Neck children.

I am amazed by the generosity of the community and the families and staff of the Colts Neck Schools. Because of the work of our parent volunteers and through our various fundraising efforts over the last two years, the PTO has been able to raise over $160,000. All this money goes back to the schools to create a better educational experience for our children. I am so proud to be part of the Colts Neck PTO because seeing the dedication of our volunteers in action is truly inspiring to me.”

An interactive canvas containing dreams of students at Cedar Drive Middle School under each flap. The canvas was completed

by Mr. Walker and the Visual Art Students of Cedar Drive Middle School and captures the theme of the Spring Gala perfectly.

This event was a great success, as noted by Event Chairperson Molloy. “We raised over $25,000, and the money will be used for various programs in the schools,” she said. “We do not have a specific item that the money will be used for but we do fund many things in the schools, such as teacher initiated mini-grants which enhance the curriculum.”

Molloy extended a personal thank you to the “Dream Team” of women who helped organize this event. She acknowledged the support from the business community and found it humbling that even during tough economic times they have continued to support the PTO and the Colts Neck schools.

Left to right: Colts Neck PTO President Kim Largey, Publisher of Design NJ magazine Tammy Grillo, and Andrea Giannopoulos, former Board of Education President enjoying the Spring Gala.

Left to right: “Dream Maker” Spring Gala Committee members are Jen McKay, Trish Gulka, Patricia Manza, Sarah Pisani, Courtney McCormick, Emma Ragusa, Event Chairperson Pamela Molloy, Justine Buzzetta, Julie Shell, Jenn Buckwald, and Carrie McGovern. Not pictured are JoAnn Butler and Jen Sakoutis.

Event Chairperson and PTO Fundraising Director Pamela Molloy and Gala Committee member Trish Gulka stand beside one of the golden ticket prizes at the 29th Annual Dream Maker Spring Gala – a collection of 99 Bottles of Wine.

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Locals Best Kept Secret

Countryside Café in Colts Neck

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ountryside Café is true to its name, located on Route 34 in Colts Neck. Upon entry emerges the fresh aroma of coffee brewing and a country-style breakfast or lunch being prepared. The café is celebrating their one year anniversary in this month!

As a resident of the area, Janice Rizzo, owner of Countryside Café, is aware of the charm this area offers. With all that in mind, she has captured an open and airy space to dine at. Countryside Café offers an array of meals for those seeking a more health conscious menu. Her décor is inviting and soothing to the eye. The café is open 7 days a week serving breakfast and lunch. Sunday breakfast is served all day long. The menu is made fresh daily and there are always new items being added to the menu. New additions to the menu include; brick oven bagels, fresh loafs of Italian bread, breakfast sausage, breakfast potatoes, and assorted bakery items.

Countryside Café lunch menu infuses both old world staples with a modern flare such as the Cafés soups which are made fresh daily, the café also hosts a healthy selection of fresh salads dressings and spreads that are made in-house. Signature sandwiches are a favorite, such as the Chicken Fiesta and the Chicken salad.

The Beverage Bar offers a nice assortment of coffee drinks that are gourmet blends, such as iced or hot cappuccinos, lattes, and espressos.

“Our coffee bar serves locally roasted beans that are ground as needed, ensuring freshness each and every time,” said Janice. Delicious smoothies that are all natural and 100% fruit, they meet Vegan and Lactose consumer’s needs. In addition to coffees and smoothies, assorted loose whole leaf teas are offered. The Countryside Café offers free Wi-Fi and has hosted many business, and private parties. They have available space throughout the week for networking groups, business meetings, corporate events and/or private parties. Owner Janice Rizzo has been in the food industry covering all facets since 1995 and is hopeful that the Café will fill a niche in the area to be around for years to come.

You can call or fax your order at 732.414.6201, and it will be ready for you to pick-up or they also delivery locally. Countryside Café offers off-premises catering for customers and businesses. In warmer months, there will be additional outdoor seating available. In the near future, she would like to stay open late on a designated evening and offer a night of entertainment, serving appetizers and desserts to give a Coffee House touch to the café.

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Visit the café today— a friendly staff, excellent service, and an inviting atmosphere are waiting! The Countryside Café is located at 281 Highway 34, Colts Neck. Interested in holding a party at the café? Call Janice Rizzo today at 732.414.6200. Please check out their menu online at www.mycountrysidecafe.com.

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group of Holmdel women gathered in Red Bank on March 1, for a unique tasting experience.

Theresa Clark, Holmdel resident of 11 years, intrigued ten of her closest friends with an unusual invitation to sample a variety of olive oils and vinegars.

Clark won a private tasting party at last years’ Holmdel Foundation for Educational Excellence (HFEE) spring gala which was donated by Carter & Cavero Old World Olive Oil Company.

The women learned about the different characteristics of the diverse olive oils and balsamic vinegars.

They were then treated to an artful presentation of canapés. The evening ended with purchases of Carter & Cavero’s finest offerings and 10% of the proceeds are being donated back to the HFEE.

Left to right: Stephanie Phillips, Adrienne Burmeister, Maryann Manning, Midge Ruggeri, Alison Antenucci, Amy Stark, Theresa Najjar-Clark, Michaela Lamp, Hillary Lombardi, Debbie Pagano

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HCUCC ANNUAL TURKEY DINNER

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STORY Susan Murphy

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olmdel Community United Church of Christ (HCUCC) held their annual Turkey Dinner on March 10. Over 400 people were fed the much-anticipated delicious homestyle meal prepared and served by members of HCUCC. Three of the four seatings were booked solid in no time. Members handling the takeout orders were just as busy.

The success of this dinner is due to the combined efforts of the congregation and the generosity of the community. Dana Genovese, who co-chaired this event with Lynn Liebenow, noted that for many years Dearborn Market has donated the fresh vegetables that are served; Delicious Orchards has donated the cider. She also noted that any meals that were left over at the end of the evening were given to St. Mark’s Soup Kitchen in Keansburg.

Over $5,000 was raised during this event, noted Genovese. According to Reverend Russell Eidmann-Hicks, the proceeds will benefit the outreach efforts in Asbury Park. One of the HCUCC members, Doug Brown, will be ordained in the next few months and has been chosen to be the Outreach Minister for the church.

Every aspect of the dinner from shopping right up to the dishwashing process at the end of the night is covered by the hard work of the congregation and the donations from others in the community

BODY COMPLETE - A Personal Fitness Studio

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odyComplete, a newly opened fitness studio in Colts Neck, offers a full range of personal training and healthy lifestyle services in a tranquil yet energetic atmosphere.

Owners Alisa Peragine of Freehold and Lisa Guinee of Colts Neck will guide you through the best one-on-one private personal training experience in Monmouth County.

Peragine and Guinee have over 30 years combined fitness training experience in Colts

Neck and both are Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFFA) and ACE certified, ISSA – IDEA members, and are CPR certified. Body Complete offers strength training, body sculpting, ballet bar stretching, massage, yoga and nutrition counseling - delivered with unsurpassed customer service. Alisa and Lisa work with their clients to incorporate exercise and healthy eating into their daily lives. ”We work with people of all fitness levels.

Everyone’s training routine is customized to their specific needs and goals,“ says Guinee.

The two owners’ combined knowledge and experience allows them to offer the latest tech-

niques in body sculpting, strength training, and aerobic endurance. They assess their clients’ level of fitness based on their current activity level, flexibility, exercise form and control, strength, endurance, and eating habits.

They then work with their clients to develop a realistic pathway to a healthier and happier lifestyle. “We’re both positive and energetic people and we strive to provide an hour of vigorous yet fun training. We want you to walk out of here in a sweat but with a big smile on your face and full of energy,“ says Paragine.

Body Complete is located at 36 Leland Drive in Colts Neck, across from Trump National Golf Club. Alisa and Lisa can be reached at 732.414.2939 or visit them at www.BodyCompleteColtsNeck.com. Don’t be intimidated by other’s high priced personal training packages. Body Complete’s packages are affordable. Take advantage of their new client special of three training sessions and a yoga class for only $125. Get strong, get motivated, be healthy with Body Complete!

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Pamper Yourself Shopping Event

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Story Susan Murphy

ver 15 vendors shared their products with the community at the Pamper Yourself Shopping Event held on March 10 at the Lincroft Fire Company. These vendors, who run their own businesses from home, began as a small group and are now over 180 strong. Through creative networking on Facebook, Tali Elshtein found out there was a need for young mothers with their own businesses to reach out to the community. To publicize their businesses, Elshtein helped to create Small Biz/Direct Sales Mommas. She is the owner of Tali’s Passion Parties.

Donna Kennelly, who runs her own business, Tastefully Simple, talked with Elshtein on Facebook and assisted in the planning of the Pamper Yourself Shopping Event.

Since her husband is a firefighter with the Lincroft Fire Company, she suggested renting space at the firehouse.

Each participating vendor paid a registration fee to the fire company and the women were able to share their businesses with the community. This benefited the fire company and the Small Biz/Direct Sales Mommas introduced themselves to area shoppers.

Women who shared their businesses, along with Elshtein and Kennelly included Priscilla Alvarado-Rodriguez for Wee Design; Kristina Castillo for Kristina’s Couture Confections; Ashli Nelson for Scentsy; Lisa Rosson for Avon; Dina Oxley for Per Lei – Jewelry; Meghan Lamb for Dynamic All-Stars Dance Studio; Rachel MacAulay for Dove Chocolate Discoveries; Perri Donovan-Howlett for Premier Designs Jewelry; Jacquelyn Marousis-Bush for Tupperware; Jessica Aguirre-Velavdi for Mary Kay; Lynn Tarantula-Schaller with purses/bags; Jeanine Riegler for That’s How I Knot (handcrafted macramé with a twist); and Keisha Reeves with BC Balloon Creations and Candy.

Prior to the start of the shopping event, each vendor contributed one of their specialty items for a raffle, which would take place near the end of the five-hour shopping event. The items were displayed on a table next to where members of the Lincroft Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary sold snacks and beverages. Lucy Kennelly, a lifetime member of the Ladies Auxiliary, said they do as much fundraising as they can to help the firefighters with items they need. She noted that the Auxiliary will sponsor an event known as “High/Low” in May, and added that it is a great ladies’ night out.

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Littletown Day At Oak Hill Academy

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ak Hill Academy students in Kindergarten through fourth grade took on the community roles of a Chinese town on March 8, as they presented faculty, parents and guests with this year’s Littletown Day. Coordinator Mrs. Linda Vacca, in a blue Chinese dress, greeted everyone with “Ni Hao,” or “hello.” Oak Hill Academy’s little Chinatown was abuzz with activity for three hours. Each grade was responsible for a specific area of town and they took their positions seriously, especially the Kindergarteners who represented the Littletown Transportation Center.

First graders represented the Pagoda Post Office where students’ mail was processed and copies of the Littletown Press were available.

Second graders were in charge of Panda’s Pretzels and Tang Theater where unique masks were displayed. Third graders stayed busy with the Red Panda Parlour, Calligraphy Corner and Tangram Toy Store. Fourth graders made certain everything at Emperor’s Ice Delight, Chang Café, and Pandamonium Hangout ran smoothly. They were especially attentive to the Bamboo Bank, where “tiny bucks” in four different colors were deposited. The fourth graders created these under the direction of Mrs. Griller during their computer class.

The Yin Yang Gym offered inflatable rides for the students to enjoy.

For a short ride, students took the Dragon Express, which was made by Kindergarten teacher Mrs.

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Story Susan Murphy Caprara and her students; as well as the vibrant colored Lion head that wound its way through the “town.” Both were part of the New Year celebration. Second grade teacher Mrs. Connell had her room transformed into the Himalayan Health Center where hearing was tested by Dr. Teresa Cannon; vision was tested by Dr. Maria Clemente, and blood pressure was taken by Mrs. Kimberley Clemente. Veterinarian Dr. JoAnn Ligato brought in a blue-tongued skink and a turtle for the students to see.

Left to right: Oak Hill Academy Headmaster Joseph Pacelli, Middletown Deputy Mayor Steve Massell, and Assemblywoman Mary Pat Angelini joined Ho Ho Coordinator Mrs. Linda Vacca and several students for a picture to commemorate Littletown Day held on March 8. (Mayor Engel’s daughter Emma is standing in front of him.)

Students’ drawings, picture poster boards, and colorful masks were on display. A detailed model of the Great Wall built several years ago

by Julie, a former eighth grade student was also displayed. Outside, a fire truck from Colts Neck Fire Company No. 2 and an ambulance were parked so that students could see both up close.

Sharing the day with the students were Colts Neck Mayor Jarrett Engel, Middletown Deputy Mayor Steve Massell, and Assemblywoman Mary Pat Angelini.

“This year’s Littletown Day theme was chosen on a personal note, as 9 years ago my husband Anthony and I went to China to adopt our daughter Catherine Mi. I thought it would be fun and educational for her and all her classmates to learn about this amazing country both past and present,” shared Mrs. Vacca.

Colts Neck Mayor Jarrett Engel stands beside Mrs. Linda Vacca and her daughter Catherine Mi during the celebration of Littletown Day that focused on China this year.

Left to right: Oak Hill Academy preschoolers Sienna and Charlotte stand in front of a fire truck from Colts Neck Fire Company No. 2 with Colts Neck Mayor Jarrett Engel. The Mayor is Charlotte’s father.

LT. DENNIS W. ZILINSKI, II MEMORIAL FUND LAUNCHES THE SERGEANT

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The new program is named for Sergeant Denny, a two-year old German Shepherd stationed in Afghanistan. Sgt. Denny’s handler is a Monmouth County native. Sgt. Denny has been a military working dog for one year and detects chemicals used in the manufacture of bombs. In addition to explosives, military dogs are trained to sniff out narcotics and track humans.

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“Having a canine partner gives my son an edge in protecting other soldiers in combat and in disrupting the missions of enemy forces,” says Carolyn O’Connell, the mother of Sgt. Denny’s handler and also a Monmouth County resident. “Often the role of the military dog goes unrecognized. These animals are brave soldiers working along with their handlers. While their basic needs are met, a care package sends a message that both dog and handler are honored and remembered for their bravery by those of us back home.”

Nearly 600 military dogs are serving around the world and many are serving in Afghanistan. Much is made of the bond among soldiers, but the union between soldier and dog in a combat zone is just as tight. Handlers and canines patrol together, day after day, linked by a leash and an innate understanding of each other. Sometimes they sleep side-by-side on military cots and they face the same dangers together. Military dogs in Afghanistan die as a result of attacks, heat exhaustion and other causes.

Those interested can help with the new Sgt. Denny Project by donating any of the following items. Donations will be shipped to Sgt. Denny’s unit in Afghanistan and to other dog handlers for other units serving in Afghanistan: • • • • • • •

Tennis balls (new or gently used), which are used as a training reward for bomb sniffing dogs One-ingredient treats (such as freeze dried liver) Kong® toys Nylabone® chews and toys Unscented shampoo with oatmeal added to prevent dry skin Collapsible water bowls Leather leashes

Please go to the fund website for drop off sites for these items. To make a monetary donation to cover shipping costs, mail a check to the Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski, II Memorial Fund, Att: The Sgt. Denny Project, P.O. Box 35, Holmdel NJ 07733. For more information, call 732.500.7735.

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Holmdel Bayonet Farm Earth Day Festival April 29 discover reptiles, geocaching, & hear the swampgrass jug-band

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xcitement is building as new and encore entertainers join the bill of the 14th Annual Bayonet Farm Earth Day Festival, on Sunday, April 29, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. Held rain or shine, this free, ever-expanding event is a Holmdel tradition, attracting 500 visitors each year. The festival comprises a full afternoon of fun, entertainment, live music and more – all with a “green” message.

Live performances are held inside two classic Pennsylvania Dutch-style barns on the pastoral estate, now a preserved Holmdel Township Public Park.

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Rizzo’s Reptile Discovery’s educator will blend nature, environment and conservation; come meet a15-foot Python, a crocodile, and more as part of this fun performance!

“Be the Solution to Ocean Pollution!”

Clean Ocean Action’s slogan is also the theme of this marine life advocate’s presentation. A first time Festival appearance!

Arcadia Bird Sanctuary & Educational Center will return with their smart, stunning parrots and other gorgeous feathered rescues.

Free Children’s Crafts will be offered between shows: come make a pine cone bird feeder and art with recyclables!

Go Geocaching! This modern version of Treasure Hunting is enjoyed by all ages. Learn how this sport works with a GPS: first, visit the “Go Geocaching!” table; later, search for the hidden cache!

If you have access to a Hiker’s GPS (NOTE: not a car GPS), please bring it along.

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church Youth Group will have a Sculpture Exhibit and Indian Hill School artists will display posters, all with a “Green” theme!

The “GRAY STAR BARN” Live Bands will take the Star Barn stage with back-to-back Bluegrass, Folk, Jazz and Rock, all afternoon! As a special treat, The Swampgrass Jug-Band will be making a premiere appearance! The Festival thanks them for their generosity in bringing their own brand of Jug Band, Blues and Bluegrass to support Earth Day, free of charge – as do all of our great musicians! Returning by popular demand are Elliot Fischer, Late4Lunch and Lords of Lichtenstein. It is hoped that Holmdel’s popular Our Fellow Savages will also be appearing!

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HARDING HOUSE Guided Tours A staple of Bayonet Farm Festivals, the Tours evoke an era when this historic homestead was the gracious estate of heiress, actress, philanthropist, and open space advocate, Laura Harding. For over sixty years, Miss Harding held local civic gatherings and entertained glamorous Hollywood celebrities in this elegant space. Tours are free but limited; please sign-up at the Greeters’ Table as you enter the Festival. We will be providing a safe, supervised, “Comfy Story Corner” option to entertain youngsters while their parents enjoy the Tour.

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than in the great outdoors? The Festival proudly welcomes Holmdel’s finest and their magnificent K-9 Officers! Be sure to arrive early for this thrilling demonstration of tactical maneuvers at their practice facility located on the grounds!

After a sensational debut last year, Farm Friends Petting Zoo is returning. Bring the little ones to meet and feed these gentle creatures. (Nominal fee.)

For those who wish to see even more of Holmdel’s natural beauty, the annual Earth Day Greenway Walk, led by Township Committeeman Larry Fink, will begin at 10:00 a.m. For the first time in years, this hike will commence from the Ramanessin Brook Nature Trail, located across Middletown Road from Holmdel Village School. This trail is known to contain prehistoric shark teeth. An easy-to-moderate hike that ends at Bayonet Farm, at the Festival’s start.

The “RED BARN DELI” Meet family and friends for delicious lunches and coffee! Our renowned gourmet sandwiches sell out quickly; arrive early for egg salad from our own organic Holmdel eggs! Sabrett Hot Dogs, snacks, beverages, and home baked sweets round out the menu. There will also be free apples and oranges, an annual donation of wonderful Dearborn Farms! Finally, do not forget to pick up fresh desserts to bring home from the Country Bake Shoppe! (All food proceeds benefit future Festivals.)

Bayonet Farm is located at 41 Middletown Road (between McCampbell and Stillwell Roads), in Holmdel. For more information, please call Carol at 732.946.9064.

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HOLMDEL FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE PRESENTS 12th SPRING DINNER DANCE

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he Holmdel Foundation for Educational Excellence (HFEE) Spring Dinner Dance was held on March 10 at Trump National Golf Club. The theme for the foundation’s 12th spring gala was “The Sands of Time.” Egyptian artifacts placed strategically throughout the room were on loan from the private collection of Mrs. Burns, a Social Studies teacher at SATZ School. Oversized hourglasses filled with different colored sands were donated by Linda Greco, a strong supporter of HFEE. Dinner Dance Chairperson Christine Hazel noted, “Michele Sottile, our Decoration Committee chair, along with Tina Straley, were responsible for a lot of the special touches in the decor that made the event so special.” She also acknowledged Emma Butler and Marianne Valentini, who closely with her in carrying out the night’s theme. “Emma and Marianne were my two right hands for the event. Emma was the luxury prize basket coordinator. Marianne was a consultant on just about everything. Both were indispensable!” With an event of this size, no one person can do it all, and Hazel praised the dinner dance committee for their extraordinary efforts and support.

As noted in the ad Journal by Hazel, since the inception of the HFEE in 1996, over $1 million has been raised to provide private funding to Holmdel Public Schools.

“We raise money for academic, athletic, and art programs outside our school’s budget,” she noted. She added that this event could be “a celebration of our children’s healthy young minds and bodies, their energy and creativity.”

HFEE Chairperson Teresa Graw shared, “The mini-grant program that the HFEE has sponsored for more than 15 years has furnished the seed money for numerous awardwinning student and teacher projects. Students and teachers alike have come to rely on this program as a way to follow their dreams, pursue special interests or enhance the offered curriculum.” She extended thanks and praise to “all of my fellow HFEE Trustees who work tirelessly, throughout the year, on behalf of the students and always with only their best interests in mind.”

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Story Susan Murphy LEFT: Left to right: The Sands of Time Committee Member Marianne Valentini, Dinner Dance Chairperson Christine Hazel, and Luxury Prize Basket Coordinator Emma Butler worked closely together, as well as with the entire Dinner Dance Committee to create an extraordinary evening for the HFEE and guests on March 10.

BELOW: Upon entering Trump National Golf Club, guests attending the HFEE Spring Dinner Dance were greeted by the Holmdel High School Jazz Ensemble, who performed under the direction of Mr. John Koryat.

The HFEE Dinner Dance Committee gathered for a photo prior to the start of the evening. They include Teresa Graw, Christine Hazel, Doreen DeMarco, Vicki Entwistle, Viki Mazzei, Marianne Valentini, Debbie Bohny, Linda Dayback, Donna Disko, Joyce Magriples, Dani Page, Rosanne Wreidt, Sean Dowd, Laurie Fontana, Paula Brescia, Monica Guarnaccio, Chiung-Yin Liu, Barbara DiNicola, Judy Winston, Michele Sottile, Tina Straley, Emma Butler, Valerie Balady, Linda Greco, John Christian, and Carlos Machado. (Not all are pictured.)

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Multi-faceted Holmdel Resident Takes on New Duties as Freeholder Story Susan Murphy

Serena DiMaso Continues Nearly Two Decades of Serving the Community

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erena DiMaso has been a Holmdel resident for almost 20 years. In that time, she has volunteered for numerous organizations, chaired committees, served as president of Holmdel Schools PSA and PSG, co-chaired an art auction, and served as league president for youth athletics. Volunteering is second-nature and giving back to her community is what she learned from observing her mother. “My mother was always in the schools when my sisters and I were growing up, and she set a fantastic example for us. I guess I just followed in her footsteps. I also knew that in order for the community to remain the special place it is, everyone needs to do their part, large or small,” explained DiMaso.

Her father was a police officer, which made her more aware of the law. Even as a young girl, DiMaso enjoyed all aspects of the law. Following graduation from Moore Catholic High School in Staten Island, she attended St. John’s University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Business with a minor in Economics and Marketing. She holds a Juris Doctorate degree from St. John’s University School of Law in Queens and is a member of the New York State Bar. Although DiMaso hasn’t formally practiced law since her children were born, she keeps up-to-date by taking continuing legal education courses. “It is fascinating to use my knowledge in municipal government, or if a friend calls for advice,” she said.

Holmdel resident Serena DiMaso is a strong believer in community service.

Although DiMaso grew up in Staten Island, she visited the Jersey shore frequently, and spent many summer months in I could do more for my community as a Committeeperson,” Belmar. “I fell in love with Monmouth County and its beauty,” she said. “So I chose to run for the Township Committee.” she said. She wanted a place to raise her children that had Although she is no longer on the Committee, DiMaso is a good school system and a great community. She and her nostalgic about her time there. “I have so many fond memhusband, Dr. Gerald DiMaso, who ories and fun stories that I will always will be married 25 years this August, cherish from my days on the govern“I have so many fond memories decided it had to be a place “where ing body and they will stay with me alour children could raise their chil- and fun stories that I will always ways,” she said. “Our residents and our dren. Holmdel was the perfect fit.” employees are so very special, just makShe feels blessed that she didn’t cherish from my days on the ing our community unique.” She added, need to work outside the home and governing body and they will stay “I think building the 9-11 Memorial is an could volunteer as much time as she event that will have a lasting impact on with me always.” has. DiMaso and her husband have my life. Holmdel lost so many lives; I lost four children. Jerry, 23, is a recent many friends, and a very dear one. Havgraduate of Steven’s Institute of Technology; Matthew, 22, ing a memorial to those precious lives lost at the Town Hall is will graduate in May from the University of South Carolina; something I will always cherish. Second to that would be the Alana, 19, attends Boston College; and Nick, 16, is a student Veteran’s Memorial, honoring all those that fought and still at Red Bank Catholic High School. fight for our freedom.”

DiMaso has been on the Holmdel Township Committee Giving back to her community, once again, was the reason since 2002. She served as Mayor from 2006 to 2010 and was DiMaso ran for Freeholder of Monmouth County. “I thought Deputy Mayor in 2011. In January 2012, she was sworn in to that I would love to contribute on a much larger scale,” she an unexpired term on the Monmouth County Board of Chosen said. As a Freeholder, DiMaso looks forward to working with Freeholders. DiMaso first thought of running for the School other Freeholders in reducing the tax rate in order to give all Board because she was so active in the schools. “The per- Monmouth County residents a helping hand in these difficult son serving as Deputy Mayor at the time convinced me that economic times. “The County has so many wonderful attri40

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butes, thanks to the work of our great Freeholders, both past and present,” DiMaso noted. “I am blessed to stand on the shoulders of these great men and women, whose foresight and vision for Monmouth County has made it one of the best places to live in the United States. I know I will deliver the same great service to all of our residents that my predecessors did.”

Along with being a Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and now Freeholder, DiMaso has spent five years on the Holmdel First Aid Squad. Last year, she answered over 300 calls, though this year with her new responsibilities as a Freeholder, she has not been able to answer as many. She is certain that will pick up. DiMaso was introduced to the squad when she took a first aid and CPR course and the instructors mentioned that they needed volunteers. Her response? “So I chose to join.” She emphasizes that every volunteer delivers quality medical care to every patient, without worry about themselves. “I have had the distinct honor of working with some of the most wonderfully generous people, who are truly the unsung heroes of our community,” DiMaso said.

Left to right: Taking part in the ceremony as Serena DiMaso was sworn in as Mayor of Holmdel is her mother Pat Fusco, her husband Dr. Gerald DiMaso, Serena, and Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno.

How is it that she has been able to do so much and continues to volunteer and give back to her community? “I have a very supportive husband and family; they all understand that sometimes dinner will be later than usual or they need to help out with laundry, that is if they want to wear their favorite garment sooner rather than later,” she explained.

“I also have a great network of friends and we work with each other to help either pick up one of our children or drop something at the school office, or sometimes just sit together for moral support. It’s another wonderful attribute of our Holmdel community. There are many networks of friends any of us can lean on for a helping hand, and never expect anything in return,” she shared.

Currently, DiMaso also serves on the Meridian Hospitals Corporation Board of Trustees, as Chairwoman of the Bayshore Hospital Foundation.

DiMaso confirms her decision of 20 years ago that she made with her husband, stating, without hesitation, “We made the perfect decision moving to Holmdel Township, here in Monmouth County.”

ABOVE: Left to right: Senator Joseph Kryllos, Freeholder Serena DiMaso, and State County Committee Chair Christine Hanlon.

BELOW: The DiMaso family gathered for a photo following Serena DiMaso being sworn in as Freeholder in January, 2012. Left to right: Nicholas, Alana, Jerry, Dr. Gerald DiMaso, Serena DiMaso, and Matt.

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READ ACROSS AMERICA

Celebrated At Conover Road Elementary School Story Susan Murphy

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onover Road Elementary School students and faculty celebrated Read Across America during the week of February 27 with activities coordinated by Library Media Specialist Barbara Noone.

This year, special guest readers included the grandparents of some students as well as some senior citizens from the Colts Neck community.

They shared some of their favorite stories from their childhood and read to the students during their library classes throughout the week. Noone shared that after listening to one of the grandparents read, a student asked, “Were you ever in the movies?”

The week culminated with a school wide assembly held on Friday, March 2, attended by Colts Neck Mayor Jarrett Engel, who served as the honorary guest speaker. Mayor Engel shared with the students his love of reading. “Books make wonderful presents and when we give books to others, we give them the ability to change their lives,” he said.

The mayor offered this suggestion to the students: “When you read, turn the words on a page into a type of television set in your head.”

He also noted, “By reading, we improve our memory, creativity, concentration, and focus.”Noone said that before heading back to their classrooms, the children watched a video of the week’s activities. Conover Road Elementary School music teacher Debbie Tarby, then led the students in a song written by Glenn Weiss specifically for Read Across America.

Read Across America is an annual event sponsored by the National Education Association.

All photos credited to Barbara Noone.

TOP: Third graders Liam Flood and Amber Ellis sit beside their grandfather who came to Conover Road Elementary School to read to them during Read Across America week.

TOP MIDDLE: The grandfather of third grader A. J. Pisani reads a special story while his grandson listens.

BOTTOM MIDDLE: Fourth grader Mark Gathman enjoys time with his grandmother who came to school to read during Read Across America week.

BOTTOM: Fourth grader Catherine O’Connor and her Nana hold up a book they enjoy reading when Nana came to visit the school.

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The proceeds from the event will be used to support BBBSMMC’s mentoring programs and outreach services to the children of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1:1 mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. BBBSMMC is a donor-supported, volunteer agency that is currently serving over 450 children and the agency is funded through individual gifts, grants and special events. For more information, visit www.bbbsmmc.org.

For the past 11 years the Red Bank Rotary, through the Red Bank Rotary Foundation has sponsored the Two Rivers Food & Wine Tasting event. Thanks to the support of local businesses and individuals, net proceeds of over $250,000 from this event have been donated to local charities. Past recipients of the event’s proceeds have been: the Community YMCA, the VNA of Central Jersey, the Parker Family Health Center, Love INC, Jewish Children & Family Services, Collier Services, Holiday Express, HABcore Inc., Lunch Break and the Affordable Housing Alliance.

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The Colts Neck Business Association

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olts Neck Business Association is proud to announce that thanks to the determination and dedication of its Economic Development Committee Colts Neck signs now appear on Route 18. Whether you are traveling North or South at Exit 19A you will see signs that read, “Colts Neck Business District”. This is a perfect example of how the CNBA works to add value to our community and its businesses.

Sal Barbagallo stands in front of the new Colts Neck Business Distric sign on Route 18.

We would also like to congratulate the many CNBA members that were finalists in the Community Excellence Awards. Sal Barbagallo was named Public Servant of the Year and Baby Face Aesthetics, owned by Robin Collins was named Business of the Year.

Some of the CNBA’s most successful events have been our quarterly Card Exchange Nights. Our February Card Exchange at Countryside Café was extremely well attended and we had many new members join our organization. These evenings provide for a wonderful networking opportunity. We are currently seeking sponsors for the May and August card exchanges. Contact VP Anna Appolonia at annaappolonia@gmail.com for more info.

The CNBA hopes you will join us for some fun, warm weather events. The Colts Neck Fair is scheduled for June 29 and 30. The CNBA will be represented at this event and tables are available at $150 to promote your own business. In addition, August 11 is “Colts Neck Blue Claws Day”. Tables will be available to promote your business at a cost of $200, which includes 20 tickets to the game. The Colts Neck Business Association welcomes all to our General Meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the Colts Neck Public Library (1 Winthrop Road behind Town Hall).

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 Realtors & Andrea Giannopoulos of Capital Paint Centers, Secretaries Carolyn Burtnick of Community Magazine & Monica Vermeulen of the Ashley Lauren Foundation, and Treasurer Thomas Corley of Cerefice & Company. The group is advised by Colts Neck residents and CNBA Founders Sal Barbagallo and Silvan Lutkewitte. This team has been working diligently to expand the group and focus its members on business matters and community service. More info can be found at www.ColtsNeckBusiness.com or our Facebook page.

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Welcome to this 6 Bdrm Luxury Home sitting on over 2 acres of property built will the finest amenities starting with the Azek Columns & Blue Stone Steps & Porch, 2 St Ent w/Brushed Travertine Tile, Thermador Stove & Hood, Jenn Air Refrig, Granite is White Onyx & Pearl Blue, Marble & Glass Back Splash, Tons of Moldings w/coffered ceilings, Mst. Bdrm w/sitting area, Organized Closets, 3zn heat, Centr Vac, Basement is 1800 sq. ft finished w/full bath.

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Health & Wellness Resources at Your Local Library

By Matthew Ragucci

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he internet has an abundance of online health and wellness (HW) resources. Most of these resources are easy to find (via simple Google searches) and free. WebMD is heralded as one of the easiest to use self-diagnosing websites around. The Health.com and the Mayo Clinic websites are also great, reliable sources too. Little do people know, however, that there are in-depth and subscription based resources available through their library.

HW resources are available for patrons at the Colts Neck Library.

HW related books can be found in the health section (600-619’s’s in the non-fiction section) of the library stacks. The library also has access to numerous HW periodicals (see Community’s February issue).

Colts Neck maintains subscriptions to Health, Experience Life, Prevention, Parenting and WebMD magazines. That’s not including the hundreds of electronic scholarly medical journals that are available through the library website. Also among library HW resources are the library’s non-fiction DVD collection, which has ample titles available for check out. Don’t forget, there are electronic titles available to you, via the library’s eBook site, Library On The Go! (see Community’s March issue for detailed instructions for download). If a certain title is not available to you, library staff will be more than willing to help you order a copy from a different branch or try to get it through interlibrary loan or even purchase.

By using the library’s electronic resources (http://tinyurl. com/7ukr84z) users can see the databases available for their healthrelated information needs. Unfortunately, not all of them can be discussed at length here, but there are a few of note that are worth examining. Salem Health is a state-of-the-art online reference source with extremely flexible search and browsing capabilities. Another resource that is good to try is HealthyNJ. Though not a subscription based service, HealthyNJ is a reliable university-driven health resource covering all facets of the field. Content on its pages are selected and developed based on criteria including currency, accuracy, and relevance. The other databases (such as Health Reference Center & Health Source Consumer Edition) are exceptional choices too, so be sure to explore them when you get a chance.

The Colts Neck Library has been host to the occasional HW activities such as Nia exercise, a cooking course and an upcoming Zumba demo on April 14. Improve your health today by taking advantage of these comprehensive health assets.

Matthew Ragucci is the branch manager of the Colts Neck Library. He has recently read Fast Food Nation and The End of Illness. He is neither a health-nut nor hypochondriac but recognizes the need for a healthy lifestyle and urges patrons to take advantage of these resources for their own benefit.

Local Library Happenings COLTS NECK LIBRARY 1 Winthrop Road, Colts Neck 732.431.5656

HOLMDEL PUBLIC LIBRARY 4 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel 732.946.4118

April 2012 Children’s Programs

April 2012 Children’s Programs

Baby Storytime (with parent/caregiver) Mondays OR Wednesdays, 10.00 to 10:20 a.m.

Stories, rhymes and occasional crafts

SPRING STORYTIME SERIES- Begins Thursday, April 12

Toddler Storytime Ages 2 – 3 ½ (With parent/caregiver) Siblings welcome!

Mondays OR Wednesdays, 10:30 to 10.50 a.m.

Preschool Storytime Ages 3 ½ - 5 years Mondays, 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. OR Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

School Age Programs - Grades 1 and Up Wednesdays, 4:15 to 4:45 p.m.

April 11: Bunny Stories and Crafts April 18: Earth Day Stories and crafts April 25: Lego Club

TODDLER STORYTIME SERIES *Please note the new age range and time.

Ages 18 months- 36 months (with Parent/Caregiver) Thursdays- April 12, 19, 26- 9:45-10:15 a.m.

PRESCHOOL STORIES and CRAFT *Please note the new age ranges and times.

Thursdays, April 12, 19, 26 and Mondays, April 16 and 23 Ages 4 – 5 years - Thursdays, 10:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Ages 3 - 4 years - Thursdays, 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.

Ages 3 ½ - 5 years - Mondays and Thursdays, 2:00 to 2:30 p.m.

SCHOOL AGE STORY and CRAFT Kindergarten through Grade 2 - *Registration begins April 9 Monday, April 16 - 4:15 to 5:00 p.m. - Dragonflies and Butterflies Mobile SCHOOL AGE STORY and CRAFT Kindergarten through Grade 2 Monday, April 23, 4:15 to 5:00 p.m. - Earth Day Recycled Magazine Basket *Registration begins April 16 .

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The Concert features 70+ ringers playing over 200 Malmark handbells and handchimes. Bring your family, friends and neighbors to our Ninth Annual Bell Concert for an evening of beautiful music culminating in a massed ring featuring our five bell choirs.

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READ ACROSS AMERICA

AT LINCROFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Story Susan Murphy

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ead Across America was a week long celebration at Lincroft Elementary School. Even before entering the school, there were reminders that the world of Dr. Seuss was near. Red and white blocks spelling READ, as well as a Cat in the Hat figure were positioned at the entrance door. Signs spouting sentences from Dr. Seuss’s books led up the path to the school. One in particular started with “You’re Off to Great Places! Today is Your Day!” On Monday, February 27, the Cat in the Hat, Thing One and Thing Two greeted students throughout the day and even the Grinch popped in for a visit!

On Wednesday, February 29, it was Mystery Guest Reader Day and parents, grandparents, siblings, and even the Principal, Mr. Steven Graziano, read to students! On Friday, March 2, Dr. Seuss’s birthday, students watched an original wacky play performance that starred Lincroft School parents. The entire school was ablaze in bright colors and decorated in true Dr. Seuss fashion.

Principal Graziano, aka Mr. Rogers, slowly opened the door to Mrs. Murphy’s first grade class and announced that he would be their surprise guest reader. “3 Billy Goats Gruff” was the book he read as the students gathered on the large carpet in front of him. Principal Graziano changed his voice several times to match the troll’s voice, which fascinated the students. They applauded his reading and answered questions he asked about the book afterward. If the children read 1,000 books by June they get an ice cream party. They were up to 200 and still counting. Mrs. Murphy gave the Principal a certificate stating, “You Did It!” after he read to the class.

Principal Graziano shared his thoughts on the events of the week. “Lincroft Elementary School was a buzz with all the great activities and special visits from parents, relatives and storybook characters during our Read Across America week! Our PTA worked hard to provide the school with an inspirational and all inspiring week of events. When I asked some of the students what was one of the most exciting things they took part in this week, I received answers such as “The Grinch visit was awesome,” and more than one student had this to say; “I was so happy to see my daddy, mommy and grandparents come in and read to my class.”

“Each morning I began the day by doing a short reading for the students over the loud speaker. Our corridors were adorned with pictures of students reading in some of the most unusual positions, places and even reading with some very unexpected guests! I was so impressed with our Seussical Word and Character wall as well. One of the highlights of this week was the individual campfires made for each classroom and the awesome door decorations done by our parents and students. This was all topped off by a most amazing performance by our parents of the King, the Mice, and the Cheese! This all could not be possible without the hard work by our parents and staff.”

Winners of the Best Door in Grade contest were Kindergarten, Miss Prettyman; Grade One, Mrs. Corodemus; Grade Two, Mrs. Berry; Grade Three, Mrs. Dunigan; Grade Four, Mrs. Williamson; Grade Five, Mrs. DeWolfe. Best Door in the School was Grade One, Mrs. Colella. Winners for the Picture contest were Kindergarten, James Ketley; Grade One, David Hussey and Logan Colleran; Grade Two, Collin Forrar; Grade Three, Maggie Boyle; Grade Four, Gus Peters; and Grade Five, Sarah Schon. Winners of the Seussical Word Contest were “Toynado” Kindergarten, Nathan Crawford; “Dr. Gold” Grade One, Tyler Addonisio; “Lmno” Grade Two, Kendall Elmiger; “Scabotal” Grade Three, Amanda Carey; “Whorgle-Waggle-Whoogle-Whomper” Grade Four, Joseph Matthews; and “The Hootleboper” Grade Five, Joseph Brusca.

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or many families, summer provides the perfect balance for academic enrichment and fun-in-the-sun adventures, sports and exciting camp experiences where lasting memories and friendships are made. Both academic study and day and sport camps are available at one campus in Tinton Falls, where children from preschool to high school can experience it all at Summer Programs at Ranney School. With more than 30 years of experience, this American Camp Association Accredited summer camp is a popular destination for campers at various age levels. Transportation, early drop off and extended day options, and healthy hot lunches are also available.

Ranney campers explore a wide range of interests in a stimulating environment providing just the right amount of challenge and fun. With more than 60 acres of exceptional facilities – air-conditioned gyms, fields, a swimming pavilion and spaces to explore – Ranney campers enjoy the outdoors, along with elective programs in the visual and performing arts, sports clinics, music, dance, digital photography, science and rocketry and much more.

With major trips each week, Trip Camps are the perfect fit for adventurous campers who enjoy a wide range of specialized trips, including beaches, bowling, miniature golf, museums, baseball games, and amusement parks to name a few.

Ranney Trip Campers enjoy balancing on-site camp experiences with off-site adventure.

Sport Camps cover a wide range of interests for: golf camp (ages 6-10 and 11-14); basketball, fencing, soccer and tennis (ages 8-13); swimming (ages 8-18); and boys’ lacrosse (ages 9-13). Participants can focus on skill building for a chosen sport, or try a new one at Ranney’s Sport Camps this summer.

Meanwhile, students involved in academic development Summer Programs at Ranney School could pursue a High School Prep Course and focus on reading, writing, organizational and study skills, or even choose history, math, language study or PSAT/SAT Prep courses. Many students discover new interests and nurture talents, especially in STEM areas of study– science, technology, engineering and math. National science initiatives advocate for the creation of K-12 STEM programming, especially during the summer when enrichment is essential for honing skills and developing intellectual aptitude and academic confidence.

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This summer, Ranney offers further enhanced Gifted and Talented courses designed to meet the needs of students who exhibit 4/12 the advanced cognitive skills and intrinsic motivation to delve deeply into a topic of interest. This enrichment curriculum challenges students to extend their learning by developing higher order thinking skills, and provides applications for inquiry, project-centered learning, and shared discussion.

Students are also encouraged to spread their creative wings at Ranney and discover painting, drawing, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture and glass, graphic arts and digital media or drama, music performance or theater arts. The exceptional visual and performing arts opportunities at Ranney continue into the summer with Fine Art Workshops and Instrumental Insights: Orchestra, Concert and Jazz Band within the Music Conservatory, and drama and integrated theater arts in the full-day Performing Arts Academy.

Learn more about Summer Programs at Ranney School at their open House on April 14, 10:00 a.m. in RSPA Panther Hall, 235 Hope Road, Tinton Falls NJ. Download an application and brochure at ranneyschool.org/summerprograms, or call 732.542.4777, ext. 2186.

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Join the Martha Mary Guild of St. Mary’s Parish, on Wednesday, April 11, for a fun-filled program on Tai Chi “Wave Hands Like Clouds,” which will be presented by Barbara Schaflin. A parish member for 34 years, and former member of Dance Educators of America, and the Dance Teachers Association of New Jersey, Barbara became inspired after seeing the art in body movement, known as the Form, being done by a number of people in a park. It was simply beautiful to watch. In fact, body movements can be done on land and in water.

Remaining a student for life, Barbara continues to study with teachers, does reading, contemplates and appreciates the philosophy of the Tao, and is willing to share what has been learned on the Path. Each of us is called to be a channel to guide another. We need an openness to the Spirit drawing to us those who can benefit from what we have learned.

Why not try something new in exercise, Form movement, and Qigong? Share the camaraderie, have fun, and feel joy in the process!

Come to the Spiritual Center Chapel at 11:30 a.m. for the rosary. Bring a brown bag lunch and enjoy beverages and desserts, compliments of the Guild, at noon in Madonna Hall. Barbara Schaflin will speak shortly thereafter.

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Pet Adoption Round Up

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Lucy the Cat is about 9 years old. She is an orange domestic shorthair and is spayed. She’s great with other cats and kids, but because she’s an older cat, Lucy doesn’t always want to be bothered. She hasn’t been around dogs so we’re not sure how she would do with them. Lucy is a sweet kitty who became suddenly homeless because her family was forced to move.

Dodger is a SPECIAL NEEDS pup. He is a charming little guy who will steal your heart at hello. He loves to cuddle and give kisses. Dodger loves his play time and running in the yard. He was diagnosed with diabetes insipidus, a condition where the pup is unable to concentrate urine, so the urine volume is very high and very clear. Diabetes insipidus is easily treated with a medication that’s given twice a day in the form of a nasal spray. Allowing sufficient water intake is a must. Dodger needs a home where someone will love him as he is, care for him and ensure he has his medication and keep up with any follow up vet visits.

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PENELOPE

Tessa, a Fox Terrier, is a sweet, friendly, outgoing dog. She loves everyone she meets. One of her favorite activities is smothering you with kisses. She is crate-trained, completely housebroken and walks well on a leash. She is good with other dogs, cats and seems to like children. Tessa is an active dog and loves to go for walks. She also likes to snuggle up next to you and watch TV, but she is definitely not a couch potato.

Penelope is a Lab/Boxer mix who has plenty of energy, loves being outside, and loves kids. She likes other dogs, but not cats. She would make a great family companion. She was rescued from South Carolina and is always ready to play.

Victoria, with one blue eye and one brown, is a happy dog who came into rescue very scared, but warmed up quickly. She is a Dachshund/Terrier mix who is sweet and playful and looking for her forever home.

VICTORIA

MISTY

Mitsy is an old gal with the sweetest disposition. All she wants is to be loved, sit by your side on the couch and sleep in bed with you at night. She loves to go out, when the weather is nice, and sit in the sun. She gets along great with all dogs and cats. She had mammary cancer, this was caused from not being spayed, but all the tumors were removed and she is doing wonderfully. She was rescued from Missouri where puppy mills are rampant. She is the perfect dog. She’s between 8 to 10 years old. If you are inclined to want an older dog that is calm, cool and collected and want to give her the best of the rest of her life than please fill out an application for her on line at Castle of Dreams. She will love you forever! Mitsy is up to date on shots and she is now spayed.

Castle of Dreams Animal Rescue is a non-profit 5019(c)(3) organization dedicated to rescuing dogs from high kill shelters up and down the east coast. They also help find homes for dogs displaced due to divorce or economy issues. Castle of Dreams is an amazing network of foster families that take these dogs into their homes until permanent forever homes can be found. We are 100% volunteer operated. All funds raised go directly to the care of the dogs. Last year alone, Castle of Dreams rescued 300 animals, the numbers increase every year as new foster families join the group. For more information, you can check them out at www.castle-of-dreams.com.

Anyone interested in adopting from Castle of Dreams should go to the website to fill out an application.

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ROPE4HOPE LLC IS HELPING OTHERS ONE BRACELET AT A TIME Story Susan Murphy “We usually design a bracelet specifically for a particular organization and then on our website it is highlighted as the “Bracelet of the Month.” There is a separate ordering box for them so the donation goes directly to the organization without question as to the particular donation that is requested by the customer,” noted Mullins. Most bracelets take only minutes to make and it is requested that customers allow up to five days for turnaround, but that usual timeframe is much less. The cost for bracelets with up to three colors is $10.

“Our bracelets are handmade locally by us, custom designed and custom fitted.

On other sites and in magazines these bracelets sell for $12 to $15 or more,” said Fernandes.

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ope4Hope LLC was started in December 2011 by local Port Monmouth residents Kelly Mullins and Marco Fernandes, who met as recruits in the police Training Academy. They have known each other seven years and are now Corrections Officers for the State of New Jersey. Their business consists of making handmade Paracord Bracelets for all types of events.

Rope4Hope, LLC became the business name, Fernandes explained, because it represents exactly what they were doing. “We were using rope to make the bracelets but also for helping people, which is our main focus. Help-

The Bracelet of the Month for April and May is the Police Unity Tour Inspired Bracelet – which comes in two styles. Mullins explains, “The Monmouth County Police Unity Tour Riders have their bike ride in May, so the bracelets will be available up to then.

Each purchase of one of these bracelets sends a donation to the Monmouth County Police Unity Tour Riders, who are police officers, and the bike ride benefits the National Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington, D.C. We hope to continue this fundraiser for them every year they are a part of it.”

“We were using rope to make the bracelets but also for helping people, which is our main focus. Helping others is what gave us the drive to keep going with the bracelets.”

What is paracord? It is short for “parachute cord” originally used by military paratroopers during World War II. Paracord is still used by the military for multiple reasons. It has a strength rating of 550 lbs. and comes in a variety of colors. Fernandes, a former Marine, recalls braiding the rope needed for training exercises while in the field. “We did this as a way to take several hundred feet of rope into the field, because it was more compact, fit into a small bag, and it was easier to deploy if needed when it was braided into a cobra knot,” he said.

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ing others is what gave us the drive to keep going with the bracelets.” Mullins and Fernandes custom make by hand Paracord Bracelets for all occasions and different events which include, but are not limited to fundraisers, team sports, support for causes, gifts, and to show school spirit. Each bracelet has anywhere from 7-10 feet of rope. There are a variety of sizes and colors and you can mix and match up to 3 colors per bracelet with no minimum or maximum order requirements.

The idea to make Paracord Bracelets started when Fernandes made a Blue Line bracelet for himself one day. He was asked by several people where he got it. When he mentioned that he had made it, others began to ask for one. “Kelly and I started making the bracelets and it just developed into something bigger.”

Requests for the Paracord Bracelets increased and orders for them went beyond just making them for a few friends.

Fernandes explained how the Blue Line bracelets became a fundraiser.

“Another Corrections Officer that I worked with, who is also a friend, was seriously injured in the line of duty and because of that he had to take a medical retirement.”

This officer became involved with Officer Down NJ, an organization that benefits officers who have been permanently disabled in the line of duty or the families of police officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty, so Fernandes contacted him and asked if he and Mullins could make the Blue Line Bracelets for the organization as a fundraiser for them. “They are the most popular, probably because we are law enforcement officers,” said Fernandes. Blue Line Bracelets are made and purchased all year round and money continues to be donated to Officer Down NJ. The Paracord Bracelets have been made to support victims of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma; as well as to show team spirit for Kean University students. “We have a fundraiser in April for the Monmouth County Police Unity Tour, in which we will set up a table at their Softball Tournament, as well as one in May called ‘Draw for a Cure’ which will benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital,” said Fernandes.

Future plans for these entrepreneurs include discussing the advantages of using Paracord Bracelets as a fundraiser for schools rather than selling cookies or candy, which are gone in no time. Doing fundraisers using the bracelets means buyers have something to show for their purchase price. The bracelets can be made utilizing school colors or sports team colors. They can also be sold at school supply stores year-round as a fundraiser.

Fernandes and Mullins both emphasized that Rope4Hope was started with one purpose — “Helping Others One Bracelet at a Time.”

For more information about the Paracord Bracelets, visit http://www.rope4hope.com.

You can also contact them at 732.637.3607, or email at Rope4hope@gmail.com.

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But a bell is now ringing for the end of the thirty-year bull market in U.S. debt. And ironically, the bell ringer is our very own U.S. Treasury Department!

The U.S. Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee, which brings together dealers and Treasury officials, met recently in a closed meeting at the Hays Adams Hotel. The committee members unanimously agreed that the Treasury should start permitting negative interest rate bids for Tbills. In other words, newly issued T-bills from the Treasury would offer investors a guaranteed negative return if held to maturity. The mania behind the U.S. debt market has reached such incredible proportions that investors are now willing to lend money to the government at a loss – right from the start of their investment. This is a clear signal that the bond market can’t get any more overcrowded, over owned or overpriced.

Of course, many in the MSM contend there is justification for today’s ridiculously low bond yields and that a bubble in U.S. debt is impossible. But those are some of the same individuals who claimed back in 2006 that home prices could never decline on a national level and any talk of a bubble in real estate was nonsense. These are also the same people who assured investors in the year 2000 that prices of internet stocks were fairly priced because they should be valued based upon the number of eyeballs that viewed a web page.

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But we can easily see the future of U.S. Treasuries from viewing what is occurring in Portugal and Greece today. Portugal and Greece were able to borrow tremendous amounts of money because they converted their domestic currencies to the Euro and therefore, had the German balance sheet behind them. If these two countries had to borrow in Escudo’s and Drachma’s instead, yields would have increased much earlier, forcing a reconciliation of the debt years before a major crisis occurred. Therefore, their current debt to GDP ratios would be much more manageable. But now their bond bubbles have burst. The yield on the Portuguese 10-year was 5% a year and a half ago; but they yielded over 15% just a few weeks ago. Greek 10-year bonds yielded 5%

two and a half years ago. However, they reached over 35% just prior to Greece officially defaulting on its debt.

The bottom line is that these countries were able to borrow more money than their economy was able to support simply because their interest rates were kept artificially low.

Likewise, the U.S. was, and still is able to borrow a tremendous amount of money—far more than can be sustained by its income and revenue—because interest rates have been artificially low for far too long. Not only has the Fed pegged interest rates at zero percent since December 2008, but the U.S. dollar has been the world’s reserve currency for decades. These two factors combined have deceived the U.S. into believing it can add about 8% of GDP to its debt each year. And since the end of 2007, the amount of publicly traded debt has increased by nearly $6 trillion; that’s over 100 percent!

U.S. Treasury debt accumulation will be inexorably north of $1 trillion each year for at least the next decade to come. That’s an increase of at least $10 trillion added to the current $15 trillion total. Along with that increasing debt supply, there is tremendous inflationary pressure coming from the expansion of the Fed’s balance sheet and a Fed Funds rate that will end up being at zero percent for at least six years in total. Those two factors alone paint a very ugly picture for the direction of bond prices.

Manias can last a very long time and become more extended than reason should allow. But wise investors should prepare now for the upcoming interest rate shock and continue to accumulate anti-dollar investments. Once the bond bubble explodes here as it did in Southern Europe, it will destroy the dollar along with it. That’s because the sellers of U.S. debt will be forced to abandon dollar based holdings completely. That will mark the end of the U.S. dollar as the world’s reserve currency and the restoration of gold as the global store of wealth.

Michael Pento, a Holmdel resident, is a well-established specialist in the Austrian School of economics and a regular guest on CNBC, Bloomberg, FOX Business News and other national media outlets. His market analysis can also be read in most major financial publications, including the Wall Street Journal. He also acts as a Financial Columnist for Forbes, Contributor to thestreet.com and is a blogger at the Huffington Post.

Additionally, Mr. Pento has worked for an investment advisory firm where he helped create ETFs and UITs that were sold throughout Wall Street. Earlier in his career Mr. Pento spent two years on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. He has carried series 7, 63, 65, 55 and Life and Health Insurance Licenses. Mr. Pento graduated from Rowan University in 1991. To check out more, visit www.pentoport.com.

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Holmdel Half Century Club News Anniversary Luncheon at Shadowbrook Tuesday, April 17 at 12:00 Noon Choices: sliced steak or chicken breast, glass of wine included $28 per person, Christine Raso collects Gentlemen must wear jackets and ties.

Philadelphia. Bus trip to Penn’s Landing Tuesday, April 24 – Depart Senior Center at 8:30 a.m., return 7:00 p.m.

Lunch at the Moshulu shipboard restaurant.

Guided tour of Eastern State Penitentiary.

Visit Sugar House Casino; $15 slot play, free drinks while playing. $72 per person, Carol Robinson collects.

For Holmdel Half Century Club membership information, call 732.264.4131.

Colts Neck Seniors’ EVENTS The Monmouth Journal AD PROOF

The March monthly meeting was held on March 6 at the Conover Road Primary School. Tom Orgo, new councilman, visited and answered many questions from the seniors about the state of the township. Also speaking was Dr. Fredrik Oberkehr, the new township Superintendent of Schools. After lunch, Dr. Ralph Del Negro, an Optometrist, spoke and gave a video presentation about cataracts, cataract surgery and research in this field in this very informative talk.

The seniors traveled to the Papermill Playhouse Theater in March Saddle Up for St Jude's Hunter Pace April 22nd to see the show, “Damn Yankees”, immediately after lunch at Pals Accepted by: Bucks Mill Park, Colts Neck, NJ (Rain date-April 29th) Cabin Restaurant.

Start times: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Date: th Huber Woods Hunter May 20 than 5:00 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to pubIf you are making corrections, they mustPace-Sunday, be submitted no later April monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 11 at Huber Woods Park, Middletown, NJ Conover lication date. If any changes are made after that time, no second proof will be sent. If we the do not receiveRoad the Primary School from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Start times: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM proof back to our office by 5 p.m. Wednesday, we will assume that everything is fine with the ad and we will Card Parties will be held on April 19 and 26 at the Colts Neck Thompson Park Hunter Pace-Sunday, June 24th run it as is. AllThompson Business &Park, Service Directory Ads, Classified and Special Home Improvement pagefrom ads 10:00 are a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Library Holmdel, NJ. Longbridge Rd. Entrance pre-pay only by cash, check ortimes: credit10:00 card. AM Please signPM and fax back to us at 732-747-5445.

Start – 1:00 Computer classes have ended for this school year and will start Bucks Mill Park Poker Ride-Saturday, July 21st up again in September. The seniors are most appreciative for the Bucks Mill Park, Colts Neck, NJ (Rain date-July 28th) use of the learning facilities at the Cedar Drive School and the Start times: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM excellent teaching by Andrew Czerwinski and the assistance of $10.00 per hand, Best hand wins cash! Join us for BBQ after THE ride! the very knowledgeable students and look forward to continuing rd Tatum Park Ca$h Hunter Pace-Sunday, September 23 their computer training in September.

Tatum Park, Holmdel, NJ. Holland Rd. Entrance Start times: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Thompson Park Halloween Hunter Pace-Sunday, October 28th Thompson Park, Holmdel, NJ. Longbridge Rd. Entrance Start times: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Come out and explore some of the Monmouth County Parks on horseback!

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Afternoon at the Movies will be “The Descendents” and shown on Wednesday, April 18, at 2:00 p.m. at the Library. The afternoon movies are open to all members of the community.

Seniors will travel to the New Jersey Repertory Theater to see the comedy show, “The Hounds of the Baskervilles”.

For membership, please contact John Walsh at 732.946.0591 for club information.

Daddy and Daughter

Sweetheart Dinner Dance

Proves Memorable Story Susan Murphy

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ads shared a special date night with their daughters when they attended the annual Daddy Daughter “Sweetheart” Dinner Dance held on Sunday, February 26 at the Senior/ Community Center. Open to third through sixth grade girls only, the event sold out almost immediately upon being publicized. The total attendance was 100.

As the “couples” arrived, they posed for a picture taken by Scott Maguire of Janet Studios. The photo was a perfect way to commemorate the special evening. Whether it was the first dinner dance for some or a repeat event for others, fathers and daughters were ready to have fun. DJ Jeff of Good Vibrations kept the music going and played songs familiar to both dads and their daughters. He incorporated a few contests to keep everyone laughing and some very special songs to remind the men and their daughters of the special bond between them.

A delicious hot buffet dinner was provided by DeMarco’s Catering and Gourmet Deli located in Aberdeen. Dads and their daughters sharing dinner, dancing, and laughter are what make this event a hit every year. Holmdel Recreation Department Leader Deborah Dow was able to make this event memorable with the assistance of volunteers Michele Frazzitta, Steve “Pops” Cittagino and Abby Killough.

At the end of the evening, roses were handed out to commemorate the love between fathers and their daughters. Dads and their daughters shared dinner, dancing and laughter in a memorable event that is a hit every year.

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MOTHERS AND SONS DINE AND DANCE DURING SPECIAL NIGHT PRESENTED BY HOLMDEL RECREATION Story Susan Murphy

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olmdel Recreation Department sponsored their first-ever Mother and Son Dinner Dance on Saturday, February 25 at the Senior/Community Center. The event, which was open to boys in third through sixth grade, sold out within 24 hours of being publicized. There were a total of 100 in attendance.

Upon entering the event, moms and their sons posed for a picture taken by Scott Maguire of Janet Studios to commemorate this special evening.

Moms and their sons then had the opportunity to spend quality time with one another and to socialize with friends.

Dinner was catered by DeMarco’s Catering and Gourmet Deli located in Aberdeen. Continuous music provided by DJ Jeff of Good Vibrations kept moms and their sons dancing and participating in several contests. Recreation Department Leader Deborah Dow was assisted by Michele Frazzitta, Steve Cittagino (known by all as “Pops”), Abby Killough and Annie Van Cleve in coordinating this event. As each “couple” left at the close of the evening, mothers were given a red rose, representative of the love between mother and son.

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Holmdel Community Day

Photos from last year’s Holmdel Community Day

and Baseball Bonanza Saturday, April 21, 10:00 a.m.

HYAA and Holmdel Recreation have announced that this year, Holmdel Community Day and the annual Baseball Bonanza will be combined events, both taking place on Saturday, April 21.

The parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Village School and end at Cross Farm Park. Enjoy the afternoon with other members of your community. Food vendors will be selling a large variety of food for your enjoyment, and craft vendors will have their new and handmade artwork on display for you to purchase.

Children can enjoy the afternoon playing on the free rides or socializing with friends and neighbors. Many volunteer opportunities are available.

Parade begins at 10:00 a.m. at the Village School, with activities beginning at 11:00 a.m.

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Over the past year, the Holmdel Stallions and Holmdel Soccer clubs have joined forces to form the stronger, unified Holmdel Football Club (FC). The Holmdel FC will continue to offer the NJX division within our club. Our Club will be holding open tryouts for the 2012/2013 season on Saturday, April 28th, 2012. Holmdel FC sponsors traveling boys and girls soccer teams that compete in various age groups in many leagues such as, MOSA, MAPS, JAGS and MidNew Jersey. Our Club is committed to the development of its players into well rounded young adults, and over the past 18 years has fielded high quality, successful soccer teams. Members of our teams have gone on to compete at the middle school, high school and college levels. Holmdel FC has some of the best training and match facilities in New Jersey including, the beautiful Cross Farm Soccer Park, use of the Holmdel HS turf field, and use of school gymnasiums in winter months.

Registration will be held at Cross Farm Park on April 28th, 2012 (rain date is Saturday May 12th).

Find the registration form at www.holmdelfc.org. Please arrive ½ hour prior to your scheduled time. Cross Farm Park is located at Route 520 and Longbridge Road, in Holmdel.

Questions? Call 732-977-3228 Interested In Coaching or Managing a Team? Call 732-616-1015 2012/13 Age Group Under 12 Girls Under 12 Boys Under 11 Girls Under 11 Boys Under 10 Girls Under 10 Boys Under 9 Girls Under 9 Boys Under 8 Girls Under 8 Boys Under 7 Girls Under 7 Boys

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Start Time 8:45am 8:45am 9:45am 9:45am 10:45am 10:45am 11:45pm 11:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm 1:45pm 1:45pm

The Holmdel FC and NJX also sponsor teams in older age groups, which hold tryouts individually. If you have an interest, please contact the appropriate coach/manager directly or call 732-616-1015.

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Saint John Vianney Senior Wins Caring Award

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aint John Vianney High School senior Hayley Markovich won the Caring Award sponsored by the Monmouth County Guidance Director Association. One senior from every Monmouth County high school is nominated by their guidance counselor as a candidate for the Caring Award.

The criteria is based on the students community service work and volunteering.

for 30 hours, learn what it takes to overcome hunger and raise funds to help feed hungry children and families around the world.

Hayley also participates every summer in a week long mission with her Youth Group.

The group travels to impoverished areas and spends the week helping to restore the community. They paint houses, rebuild porches and decks and help with landscaping.

Hayley has been volunteering for the St. Johns United Methodist Church Youth Group in Hazlet. Hayley has participated in events such as the Red Bank Crop Walk, a 5-Mile Walk/Run to raise funds to fight hunger in Monmouth County New Jersey and around the world, and 30 Hours of Famine, in which hundreds of thousands of students do the Famine. They go without food

Hayley has enjoyed her experiences with her Youth Group. She said, “I like knowing that I can do something for the community while still learning. I am learning about myself and learning how to paint and restore houses. It’s very rewarding seeing the houses afterwards and knowing that I helped someone less fortunate.”

Oak Hill Academy Pre-Kindergarten Students Make New Friends at Sunrise Assisted Living Home

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he Pre-Kindergarten children from Oak Hill Academy recently traveled to the Sunrise Assisted Living home in Lincroft on Valentine’s Day to sing “Love Songs for Seniors.”

The students dressed in colorful red attire for the occasion. The residents were thrilled when the children sang old favorites such as “You Are My Sunshine,” “A You’re Adorable,” and “Bushel and a Peck.”

Following the performance the students introduced themselves to the residents and served heart-shaped cookies which they helped bake and decorate at school. The students and residents look forward to a return visit before the end of the school year.

Mastro Montessori Apres School Fundraising Event

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he Mastro Montessori Academy recently held an “Apres-School” Fundraiser at the Nauvoo Grill in Fair Haven. The event raised money for the building fund for the new school that is under construction on White Road in Shrewsbury. The school trustees are happy to report that building is on schedule and the school will be ready for the incoming students for the 2012-13 academic year. This festive evening was especially meaningful for the parents and friends of Mastro Montessori to be able to formally celebrate the progress of their new school. Without the many dedicated friends of Mastro, the dream of Mastro’s new school would not have been realized.

Next to a crackling fireplace with the warmth and feel of a cozy ski lodge, parents and friends of Mastro Montessori participated in a fabulous chance auction featuring generous gifts collected from local and national businesses. In addition, each of the school’s classrooms donated special gifts including a one-ofa-kind painting, a handmade ceramic platter, a unique birthday party and a special sleepover night at the school.

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Are You Infected?

New Jersey is #4 for Lyme in the Nation

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Arts for All Ages at The Rumson Country Day School

olmdel High School PTSO and the national non-profit Lyme Disease Association will be sponsoring a free educational lecture night at Holmdel High School on April 26 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses are some of the fastest growing infectious diseases worldwide, and New Jersey has consistently ranked in the top four states in the nation. Within a few weeks, Lyme can spread through out your nervous system. Conventional testing is inaccurate and often people test negative but still have the disease. Due to the unreliability of these commercial tests, many are either misdiagnosed or diagnosed too late. Common misdiagnoses are depression, anxiety, ADD, ADHD, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, MS, ALS, Parkinson, chronic fatigue and more.

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Lyme can cause symptoms such as, brain fog, memory loss, mental confusion, problems with reading or visual comprehension, migraines, light sensitivity, twitching, night sweats, sleeping issues, musculo-skeletal pain and/or weakness, racing heart, numbness and tingling. Come learn from four leading experts how to protect yourself and your family. For more information or to RSVP (optional), please call 732.946.4463.

“The residency provides a different way of learning that is a great introduction to the arts for young students,” said Kristen Masserio of Rumson, an RCDS pre-K parent who attended the program’s wrap-up workshop this past week at the school.

St Benedict 6th Grade Girls Win League JV Basketball Championship

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he Rebel Class of 2014 completed another successful season by winning their first JV Championship in March. They finished their regular season with a 17-2 record against excellent Northern Monmouth Parochial League opponents like St Catherine NM, Immaculate Conception, St Clement, St. Rose of Lima and Mother Teresa Regional School. Team Parent Lynda Baron said, “The players have improved so much since last year. There were several really exciting games throughout the season. It is a joy to watch them play.”

he Rumson Country Day School ensures that everyone has the opportunity to experience the benefits of a strong arts curriculum by partnering with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center Wolf Trap Program residency in all three of their pre-kindergarten classes this year.

An organization that has served over 1 million children, families and educators since its inception in 1992, the Early Learning Through the Arts: Wolf Trap Program extends itself as the newest part of RCDS’s flourishing arts program. The Wolf Trap Program is a residency program offered by the NJPAC for three to five year old students in which teaching artists come into the classroom and work with teachers to enhance arts education.

But it is not only students who are receiving specialized lessons in dramatics, puppetry, music, storytelling, dance and movement, the RCDS pre-K teachers received 3-days training at NJPAC prior to the start of the residency. This training allows teachers to extend arts education into other areas of their curriculum when teaching artists are not at the school to create a more extensive program.

NJPAC Arts Education is one of the leading arts education programs in the nation as well as the only New Jersey provider of this nationally recognized program from Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts.

This residency was available to the RCDS Pre-K classes this year thanks to a generous parent donor who subsidized the cost of the program. RCDS continues to enhance arts education for all grade levels in a variety of ways.

The season began in October and ended in March. In December, the team volunteered at the RAINE Foundation’s annual giftgiving/wrapping event. In January they attended St John Vianney vs. Holmdel High School JV and Varsity girls basketball games. In February, the team traveled to New Brunswick to watch the #8 ranked Rutgers Women’s Basketball Team host #2 ranked Notre Dame. Together with various social activities throughout the season, the players had a lot of fun! Congratulations to the SBS Team for a wonderful season both on and off the court!

ABOVE: An artist-in-residence from the NJ PAC Wolf Trap Program in a Pre-K class at RCDS. Arts in education is a constant focus as part of the curriculum at The Rumson Country Day School.

BELOW: An RCDS family enjoys the NJ PAC Wolf Trap Program workshop at The Rumson Country Day School with Jayne S. Carmody, Head of the Lower School at RCDS.

Standing, left to right: Head Coach Paul Remick, McKayla Quinn-Steineke, Kaleigh Remick, Sarah Furch, Grace Huegel, Sierra Stevenson,Asst. Coach Tom Steineke.

Kneeling, left to right: Lauren Holtz, Gabby Manzella, Logan Lospinoso, Lindsey Baron, Justine Guardino (not pictured – Caitlin Sadowski) April 2012

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LINCROFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CLUB DONATES Scouts Troop 1248 KNITTING HANDMADE HATS TO BLANKIE DEPOT

“Stick To It”

Story Susan Murphy

Left to right: Three adults standing among the first through fifth grade girls in the Knitting Club at Lincroft Elementary School are Mrs. Julie Raymond, a parent who helped each week, PTA President Jackie Portnoy, who taught the girls to knit and to make hats, and Mrs. Barbara Fortunato, a second grade teacher who assisted with the group. Sitting at the desk in front of the girls and the handmade hats is Blankie Depot President Hillary Roberts, to whom the hats were given on March 2, 2012 to be distributed to babies in Newark Beth Israel Hospital.

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irl Scout Junior Troop 1248 from Holmdel attended a special hands-on fencing lesson at the Atlantic Fencing Club in Tinton Falls (www.atlanticfencing.com). Fencing, also known as “Physical Chess,” is not just exercise for the body but the mind as well.

It is an exciting, individual sport that does not require any special talent, just enthusiasm and patience.

Once the girls suited themselves with the attire, they learned the basic footwork, proper fencing technique, exercises, and three parries (blocks). Then they learned about the three fencing blades (saber, foil and epee) and participated in fencing games. It was a tremendous work out for them, but at the same time a lot of fun.

The club’s owner and instructor Agata Balot, informed the girls that as you practice, your body becomes stronger and more flexible. Fencing allows you to develop coordination, strength, speed, balance, and a very sharp mind. It is a great cardiovascular, aerobic workout and an excellent outlet for life’s stresses – even for 12 year olds!

After the lesson, each Girl Scout received a completion certificate, Tshirt, a free instructional class pass and an activity fun patch.

This wonderful program was graciously paid for by Clean Customers, LLC, a technology services firm that focuses on the science of managing and using customer data to discover growth opportunities and drive operational excellence for business of all sizes. This is the second time they offered to pay for an extraordinary class! The girls from Troop 1248 would like to thank Clean Customers, LLC for the incredible experience!

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incroft Elementary School students in first through fifth grade have been meeting after school on Friday afternoons and learning to knit. PTA President Jackie Portnoy has been showing the girls how to make hats for babies. This is the third year the knitting group has been meeting at the school. Some girls knew how to knit, others were just learning, but all of them were eager to learn how to make these special hats.

Blankie Depot President Hillary Roberts attended the knitting club meeting on March 2 and was presented with 26 hats made by the group.

She was amazed at the amount of hats and how at quickly the young girls had completed the project. Although the Knitting Club was set to meet for six weeks, they completed their hats prior to that time. Mrs. Roberts told the girls that their hats would be used for the babies at Newark Beth Israel Hospital. Mrs. Portnoy said to Mrs. Roberts, “The girls have the giving-spirit and every one of them wants to donate the hats they have made.”

Handmade blankets and at times knitted dolls and bunnies are donated to hospitals across New Jersey, cancer treatment facilities, homeless shelters, youth hospice, and many other locations. Mrs. Roberts told the girls that the children who receive a handmade blanket feel especially good knowing another child has made it.

Project Linus NJ, Inc., aka Blankie Depot, has been donating handmade blankets to children suffering serious illness and trauma for over 13 years. This 100% volunteer not-for-profit organization is comprised of over 7,000 dedicated individuals who, by the end of this year, will have distributed more than 30,000 handmade blankets. Visit www.blankiedepo.org for more information or contact Hillary Roberts in Keyport at 732.335.9033.

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Keyport GardenWalk: June 9 & 10, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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eyport GardenWalk, a self-guided walking/biking tour of approximately 30 gardens throughout historic Keyport, has added en plein air painters, pedicab tours, live music and horticultural seminars to the weekend’s activities.

Gardens included in GardenWalk are the waterfront rain gardens, the Keyport Garden Club’s “Plant a Row for the Hungry” garden, cottage gardens, perennial gardens and organic native gardens to name a few.

Speakers include Bruce Crawford – Director of Rutgers Gardens – “Easy Care Perennials/ Grasses for the Home Garden”, Diane Wilkerson – Jersey Shore Rose Society – “Rose Care”, Wendy Weiner – “The Front Yard Farmer – Turn your yard into a food garden”, Anne Haines – Rare Find Nursery – “Hydrangeas”, Arleen Swart - Dearborn Market – “Vertical Gardening” and Dan Tainow –The Lower East Side Ecology Center – “Vermiculture”.

Keyport GardenWalk’s headquarters will be at the waterfront pavilion. Visitors will be able to pick up a Garden Guide, information about

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Keyport restaurants and businesses and tour participating gardens at their own pace and pleasure.

Keyport GardenWalk Chair - Clare Skeen commented “Keyport GardenWalk was a seed of an idea that started two years ago. The Borough of Keyport, the newly formed Keyport Bayfront Business Cooperative and our local businesses and restaurants have really embraced the concept of a GardenWalk and have been tremendously supportive and encouraging. Of course, a huge debt of gratitude is due our sponsors – Sea Grass Design and Landscape LLC, Pine Belt Nissan, Reedy International, Trinity Restaurant, NY/NJ Baykeeper, The Garden Club of New Jersey, Inc, Keyport Spanish American Club, Sovereign Santander Bank – Keyport Branch, Check Electric Corporation, Keyport/Matawan Lodge No. #2030 BPOE, Apollo Sewer & Plumbing and Dearborn Market”.

For more information on Keyport GardenWalk, email info@keyportgardenwalk.org or visit www.keyportgardenwalk.org.

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HAZLET ARTIST, HAZLET BUSINESSMAN

RECONNECT IN TWIST OF FATE STORY Veronica Murillo Left to right: Michael Conti and Jim McKenzie

and savvy to guide them in the right direction so they are not exploited. This is where Conti sees his talents stepping in and taking over. As a successful entrepreneur of a restaurant and several other projects, Conti is aware of the predators and obstacles along the way to success.

“It is such a shame if you don’t do something with that. My brother never went in that avenue.

I see Jim doing this and he’s active in it and I admire that,” Conti admits. However, for some one as young and talented as McKenzie, the art world can be both glamorous and shady. Mike says many people could take images of his art and post it online without his permission or will take his ideas, create a similar one, and make millions of dollars off of it. It is important that Jim be protected under copyright laws. That’s where no-nonsense businessman Conti comes in, to assure that his client will never be exploited.

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a twist of fate, Michael Conti, owner of Shore Café in Hazlet, reconnected with the prodigy he first discovered five years ago at Raritan High School when Conti awarded him a $600 scholarship. Six years ago on March 23, John Conti Junior took his own life. He was an artist, passionate about his work but never able to share his gift with the world. In a tribute to his brother’s passing and growing appreciation for art, Michael Conti started a scholarship fund in his brother’s name for students advancing in fine arts. Five years after gifting the first scholarship to then high school student Jim McKenzie, Conti found him again through an artists’ network as he was searching for artists to join his team of talent for an art gallery that will open this year at 42 Broadway in Red Bank, NJ.

it,” Conti explains. McKenzie, now 22 years old, works in the city as a concept artist, animator and visual effects generalist for Nathan Love, a prestigious visual effects company in New York City. He works on media applications like Oreo commercials and recently designed an entire Hawaiian Punch commercial, which is the company’s first commercial in 20 years.

Although influenced by many artists and often compared to Tim Burton, McKenzie has a whimsical style that is uniquely his own. He was trained at one of the best companies in the business right after college. Framestore in New York City, a sister firm to Framestore in London is responsible for almost all animations done worldwide in productions such as Harry Potter and the Geico Gecko. He worked for this company for “I saw his work, called him up and asked him one year until he chose to expand his talents with to come in so we could talk. I told him I loved the firm down the street. his work and it just happened to be that he was His projects now include working with Morone of the first students I gave the scholarship to. I’m going to be working with him to get his gan Spurlock from Super Size Me on two docupieces in the gallery,” Conti says. One of Conti’s mentaries. He created a short film from scratch partners, David Banegas is a well known painter that won an award at two festivals and which who has toured with celebrities promoting his might quite possibly become a television series art. Together they are working to help communi- on Nickelodeon. He plans to make it a chilties develop through charitable work such as pro- dren’s book as well and is shopping a prototype grams against teen bullying, suicide prevention around the creative circles. Always the artist, and art scholarships in the high schools. Conti is McKenzie was very interested in creating a few in the process of setting up some non profit orga- fine art pieces after talking to Conti about the nizations under his brother’s name. Banegas’ art- new gallery. Conti saw his talent and versatility and challenged McKenzie to create a few pieces. work will also be showcased at the new gallery.

Conti says most true artists do not see the poten“It’s something that happened after my broth- tial in their art because it is a gift that comes so er passed away. Now we’re here six years later and naturally to them that they feel everyone possessit means a lot to me. He had a real passion for es it, but it takes some one with a business sense

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On the other hand, people will pay top dollar for artists like Jim because he is young and will most likely go on to create greater pieces that will be worth a lot of money. Art lovers know that if they purchase a painting from a young artist such as McKenzie, their investment could very likely pay off in the long run. Conti sees this potential for McKenzie and is excited to use his business sense to help him and artists like him.

Already in a position to represent other artists such as Benegas, Conti wants to continue in this line of work both for his brother’s legacy and for charity. He plans to start a small agency to represent artists. Having opened his restaurant 10 years ago with his brother when it was just a bar with no potential, Conti transformed it into a beautiful establishment that looks like a Tuscany villa straight out of an Italian painting.

“That’s what it is all about, starting new things, building them up and making them successful. I’m in a new chapter in my life and that’s why we’re here,” he says.

“I was never really into art until what happened to my brother. I think in life whatever goes around comes around. It’s not all about getting and making. You’ve got to give it to get it back in order to be successful in life,” Conti says.

Confident that McKenzie is the next big thing coming out of Hazlet, New Jersey, Conti has put a lot of love and energy into McKenzie’s talents.

McKenzie, for his part, is a sure thing in the art world with the many accomplishments and successes he’s achieved at such a young age. Together, the two believe they are destined to explode onto the fine art world, starting with the gallery at 42 Broadway in Red Bank, NJ, slated to open in April.

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