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In this issue of CM, we celebrate the spirit of not only having ideas, but turning them into reality. That special something that pushes a person past adversity to success.

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Our Beyond the Brand feature gives a deeper look at local business, Paras, Apy & Reiss, a Red Bank law firm whose partners all live in Monmouth County, is profiled on page 60. Peter C. Paras is found within our pages each month in his Divorce Talk column, sharing various ideas and adventures. We think you’ll enjoy hearing more from each of the three partners.

Our two Meet Your Neighbor features profile innovative leaders who work with their spouses. We caught up with Chantelle Corbo to chat about Bell Market in Holmdel and her monthly Wine Club. Read about the Master Sommelier on page 18. We also talked with Michael Levine about his charity, The Social Conscience Project, that he and his wife, Nicole, started after Superstorm Sandy. Read their story on page 36.

We hope this month you too will turn an idea into reality and change your world for the better. Drop us a note to let us know how you enjoyed this issue, we always love hearing from our readers. We at CM wish you and yours a Happy Passover and a Happy Easter!

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YMCA Strengthens Monmouth County with Pedaling for Parkinson’s Program

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Dean Seda, director of Healthy Living at (top right) the Red Bank Family YMCA (top left) and instructor Polli Schildge review progress of the Y’s Pedaling for Parkinson’s program with participants Carol Shulte, Michael Toscano and Elizabeth Carr.

DID YOU KNOW that YMCA is one of the top five recognized brands?

Did you know that basketball and volleyball was invented at the YMCA? Or, the mere idea of group exercise was also born at the Y? In fact, without the YMCA, Father’s Day and the Boy Scouts wouldn’t have had the start they did.

The Community YMCA has a big footprint in Red Bank and has been recognized by the Monmouth County community for 145 years. Most people think of the Y as a place to take a swim lesson, play basketball, get on a treadmill and yes, you can do all that but you can do so much more.

For the past decade, The Community YMCA is committed to strengthening the foundations of our community through initiatives and partnerships that encourage the positive development of our youth, encourage healthier lifestyles and promote social responsibility for all ages. They also have over 350 programs to offer our community.

After speaking with YMCA President and CEO Laurie Goganzer about all these programs, I began to wonder what the world would be like without the Y. Goganzer said, “The purpose of the Y is to exist to strengthen the

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Participants in the YMCA Pedaling for Parkinson’s program are experiencing improved health and well-being from rapid pedaling and spending time together.

community.” Because a BIG part of The Community YMCA’s mission is social responsibility, it cares about the things the community struggles with, like the incidence of suicide and the increase in local opioid and drug abuse. They also have programs around diabetes prevention, a cancer program called Livestrong, and a newer program that I think most people didn’t know about called Pedaling for Parkinson’s disease.

a road bike in a group, and he’s very strong. He’s learning to pace himself to maintain 92rpms longer. The other two women, Beth and Carol, have never been on a road bike and are completely new to being on a spin bike.

They have all become able to maintain high cadence for a longer time, and are feeling strong and confident. We have a lot of fun together with motivating music, and a variety of intervals.

I’m enormously proud of them. It’s What is Pedaling for Parkinson’s? It is a quite incredible to see the progress program that has brought a feeling of - it’s definitely not easy, even challenghope for those suffering from the dis- ing for an individual unaffected by ease. Pedaling for Parkinson’s is held Parkinson’s.” The members also unat many YMCA’s across the country, derstand now that they can maintain and started in Red Bank under instruc- high cadence and adjust resistance to tor Polli Schildge in October of 2018. make the most out of every ride, and find their individual challenge.

Schildge says, “As a cyclist and certified Spinning instructor, when I An enthusiastic member of the class, saw the videos How a Bicycle Ride Elizabeth Carr said, “I look forward to Led to Groundbreaking Parkinson’s Tuesdays and Thursdays. Not only do Research and Cycling for Freezing Gait I enjoy the class, but I get more out of in Parkinson’s Disease, and learned it than any other activity I’ve been in of the amazing effects of cycling and as far as helping with Parkinson’s and Parkinson’s patients (particularly movement.” fast cadence), I did more research. I got a certification (accredited by ACE Michael Toscano, another YMCA pedAmerican Council on Exercise) and aling for Parkinson’s class member then reached out to The Community said the program has helped him overYMCA in Red Bank. There are three come depression, make new friends, dedicated participants and they are and “keeping Parkinson’s at bay.” awesome. Mike had experience riding People may not realize but anxiety and

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depression are the less known symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

For these participants, cycling can slow down or stop the progression of the disease, which is something medicine can’t do. Neuroscientist Jay Alberts, PhD from the Cleveland Clinic, says it can increase the proteins of the brain that help movement and cognitive function. Dr. Alberts’ research is aimed at understanding the structure-function relationships within the central nervous system that underlie skilled upper extremity motor performance and determine the impact of behavioral and surgical interventions to improve motor function in Parkinson’s disease patients. In terms of exercise and Parkinson’s disease, Dr. Alberts has developed an intervention designed to augment the voluntary efforts of patients with the disease. He and his group are the first to demonstrate that any type of behavioral intervention can alter central motor control processes in Parkinson’s patients.

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The Community YMCA also offers these programs:

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA The Red Bank Family YMCA offers the Y’s national LIVESTRONG program for cancer survivors including anyone who has had surgery, chemo or radiation related to cancer. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is free twelve-week, small group exercise programs designed for cancer survivors 18 years and older that want to regain their health after having become de-conditioned and fatigued from treatment. Program participants must receive medical clearance to participate. For more information on

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participating in the LIVESTRONG at The YMCA, call 732.741.2504, ext. 210 or email livestrong@cymca.org.

Traumatic Loss Coalition The Community YMCA Counseling & Social Services team coordinates the Traumatic Loss Coalition in Monmouth County, a statewide youth suicide prevention and traumatic loss post-vention program. The program brings together school personnel, mental health clinicians, juvenile justice personnel, law enforcement officials, social service agencies, child welfare workers and many others who work with youth and teens. In the event of a suicide or any traumatic death of a child or school personnel, the coalition directs a response team to assist the school community and promote healing and resiliency. The coalition also works with local schools and organizations to prevent suicide. For more information, email: outpatient@cymca.org or visit the blog at cymca.org/ healing-community/.

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With all the hype about how tax reform would reduce taxes, taxpayers were anticipating larger refunds this year but instead are receiving less, on average. This has left the lawmakers who passed the tax reform scrambling to explain why the refunds are lower.

How did this happen? The culprit is generally the amount of tax you had withheld from your paycheck each payday. The tax reform was passed at the very end of 2017, not allowing the IRS sufficient time to adjust the employer withholding tables or the W-4 – Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate – for the new law. When they did a couple of months later, the revised withholding tables and W-4 produced lower withholding, leading to the lower refunds.

Lower refunds can be especially harmful to taxpayers who count on their refunds to pay their annual property taxes, holiday spending and other debts. Many count on the refunds to pay for summer vacations and other discretionary spending. Some who normally receive refunds may even find themselves owing money this year.

The IRS was aware of this and issued notices almost weekly cautioning taxpayers that the lower withholding would lead to lower refunds or perhaps even them owing instead of receiving a refund. The General Accounting Office estimates that the number of taxpayers who will owe taxes this year will increase from 18 to 21 percent.

Although most taxpayers will actually pay less in taxes this year, this does not necessarily translate into increased refunds. For most, the tax cut provided more take-home pay during 2018, instead of adding to their refunds at the end of the year. This decrease in withholding spread over 52, 26 or 24 paychecks is far less noticeable than a lump sum added

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MEET YOUR NEIGHBOR

Chantelle Corbo BUSINESS NAME Bell Market / RBC Hospitality Group.

We opened our doors in Bell Works last September, but my husband and business partner, Richard Corbo, and I have been planning and working on opening the business for the last two years. Richard went to school at Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) and has always been fond of Holmdel and the surrounding towns (small world, his dad worked at Bell Labs in the 90s). We were looking into opening a restaurant in New York, Asbury Park, or Red Bank, but when the opportunity to open in Bell Works presented itself, we decided to take the leap and plant roots in Holmdel.

MY TITLE IN OUR COMPANY In reality, when you own your own business, you pretty much do everything.

First and foremost, I’m the Sommelier and Beverage Director at Bell Market, but I also oversee photography, graphic and menu design, websites, social media and marketing, and event styling and decor. I’m currently working toward earning my undergraduate degree at NYU in Organizational Behavior and Change. I dove headfirst into the world of wine right after high school and received my Advanced Certification through the Court of Master Sommeliers when I was 26 (I’ve taken the Master Sommelier exam two

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times), so I’m now in a place to refocus on management skills that I can take back to the hospitality industry at large.

WHAT OUR BUSINESS IS ABOUT Bell Market is a chef-driven food hall with five unique dining options in an approachable, social, and comfortable space. And, we also serve wine, beer, and cocktails! From amazing pastries at Honeybell Bakery, baked on premise every day; to creative deli sandwiches at Bubz and healthy salads and grain bowls at Broadfork; to ramen, sushi hand rolls and poke at Jozu; to wood-fired pizzas at Corbo & Sons, there’s literally something for everyone under one roof.

WHAT SETS US APART FROM OTHERS DOING WHAT WE DO Quality and Hospitality. At Bell Market, we strive to create inspired, nourishing, and craveable food daily. We partner with local farmers and purveyors to showcase seasonal ingredients while relying on our fine dining expertise to bring restaurant craftsmanship into the kitchen. We believe it is our responsibility to cook intentionally, that means sourcing transparently, creating food that is both delicious and nourishing, and celebrating the power of the table to bring us together.

Hospitality is at the core of everything we

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do. Whether you’re having a wood fired pizza and beer or hosting a private event for 150 guests, we do everything from the heart.

WHY I WANTED TO BE IN THE FOOD AND WINE BUSINESS I grew up with the great privilege of traveling, experiencing, and tasting flavors from many different cultures (my mother worked with Delta for 30 years). From a young age, I was able to see the way other people live and explore outside of the small town in Georgia where I grew up. I love that my career in wine has been a vehicle for me to travel to vineyards across the globe, to learn so much beyond my imagination. But honestly, it’s all about the people. The world of food and wine is a big family. I feel so lucky to have made so many great friendships over the last 17 years of my career as a Sommelier.

WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT OUR BUSINESS I love any excuse for a party. Everyone who knows me knows that I love to entertain. But what I love most is that my husband and I started with a dream, and, together, we turned it into a reality. I love that he supports me in everything I do and dream to do in the future. I am happy we have an opportunity to do what we

love. After all the years of working for others, it feels great to know we are building something for ourselves, our partners and team members, and our community.

MY NEXT BUSINESS GOAL I started working in restaurants when I was 16. Luckily, I had a great mentor who put me on the path to becoming a sommelier, but I never went to college. Three years ago, I applied to NYU to earn my undergraduate degree. Going to school at this age has been life changing. I am on the edge of my seat in class, soaking up every moment. I want to take what I learn in school and apply it to the restaurant industry.

FAVORITE FOOD WE SERVE The Corbo & Sons wood-fired Margherita pizza with a glass of Aldo Marenco Suri Dolcetto di Dogliani that we pour by the glass. The pizza is beautifully blistered, managing to be both crispy and chewy with a good bit of gooey cheese, and the wine’s fresh acidity and soft tannins are the perfect match.

OUR WINE CLUB So. Much. Fun! I pick six new wines to share each month, from vineyards I have visited around the world. I cherry pick my favorite every day workweek wines, wines to splurge on, and spirits that should be on your radar. The tasting is free and the format is simple. Come in anytime between 4 – 8 p.m. and taste through my selections at your own pace. Four or Six bottle wine bags and six-month subscriptions are available for purchase. We serve light bites and cheese and when you’re done sampling wine, Corbo & Sons is open for dinner. Case discounts are also available. The next wine club tasting is on Tuesday April 16th!

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The ground floor is a veritable Main Street that brings the vibrant energy of urban life to suburbia with retail -- the Holmdel public library, a Waldorf school, barre classes and restaurants, including us, Bell Market. The single most common phrase I hear people say upon entering the doors of Bell Works and joining us at Bell Market for the first time is, “Wow, I didn’t realize this was even here!”

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Annual Spring Luncheon & Fashion Show to Benefit Family & Children’s Service

THE PUBLIC IS CORDIALLY INVITED to attend the 62nd annual Navarumsunk Auxiliary Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show benefiting Family & Children’s Service (FCS), Monmouth County’s oldest, private nonprofit social service agency dedicated to strengthening, protecting and

preserving the dignity and independence of people in need. This year’s event will be held on May 8 at Branches in West Long Branch. Tickets are $60 per person and include a special shopping boutique, chance auction and fashion show featuring the latest spring designs and trends courtesy of Le Papillion in Rumson. To receive your invitation, contact FCS Director of Development Diane Gribbin at 732.222.9111 or developmentinfo@fcsmonmouth.org. To learn more about FCS, visit fcsmonmouth.org.

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Our mission is to provide compassionate care, intervention and education to support people at challenging times in their lives. We accomplish this through more than a dozen programs focused on the needs of multiple at-risk populations, including: Adult Protective Services; Jersey Assistance for Community Caregivers (JACC); Healthy Buddies; Home Care Services and Homecare Grant Assistance; Medicare Application Assistance Program (MAAP); Operation Sleighbells; Reading Buddies; Representative Payee; Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP); Statewide Respite Care, State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) and Telephone Reassurance. Learn more at www.fcsmonmouth.org.

County launches new Grown in Monmouth Directory ‘Nursery & Garden Center’ is now available online MONMOUTH COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS announced the launch of the Grown in Monmouth Nursery & Garden Center Directory. The Directory will assist local nursery and garden center businesses reach residents and visitors.

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The Inaugural Delicious Orchards Tractor Pull to benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. This fun-filled event will assist the Foundation in its mission to provide Hope and Help for Children with Cancer who reside in New Jersey.

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MONMOUTH PARK CHARITY FUND TO HOST ANNUAL KENTUCKY DERBY DAY CELEBRATION On Saturday, May 4, the Monmouth Park Charity Fund will be hosting its 16th Annual Kentucky Derby Day Celebration at Blu Grotto’s beautiful outdoor garden at the historic Monmouth Park Racetrack in Oceanport.

Proceeds from this event provide critically needed funds to more than 50 non-profit organizations in Monmouth County delivering vital services relating to health, those at risk in our community, and those identified as in need of special services.

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M A N Y O F Y O U W I L L instantly recognize the Rechnitz name, and even those who don’t have undoubtedly been the beneficiaries of Joan and Robert (Bob) Rechnitz’s generosity. Their philanthropy has been fulfilling a shared commitment to improve people’s lives and make the world a better place in a variety of ways. For years they have supported art and culture, generously giving to environmental causes, healthcare, social services, and Jewish and humanitarian missions.

They have a particular focus on theater and arts, education, and are the founders of the Two River Theater in Red Bank, TRT, now under the leadership of Artistic Director John Dias and Managing Director Michael Hurst. Twenty-five years ago, Bob and Joan established TRT in Monmouth County, but it was not until 2005 that the state-of-theart, two-theater complex found its permanent home in Red Bank. TRT is home to world premieres, classics, musicals, and productions for

Dorothea and Jon Bon Jovi chairing the event. CM had the pleasure of finding out just what the world of theater and TRT means to them.

What was your early involvement in the theater world, before establishing TRT? JOAN: Theater was a whole new world for me when I met Bob. I acted in a Greek play when I was in college, with no lines—which was perfect for me. My interest was art and design. I have never been involved in the theater, but before we established TRT, when we were doing summer theater, I would support the work by designing and painting posters, and working as a scenic painter and assistant costume designer.

In general, when did your love for theater begin?

BOB: I had always been interested in the theater, loved the theater, from the time I was a child, and I wanted to be part of it. I saw The The overwhelming success of our first few seasons, Wizard of Oz for the widespread support of our community, and the the first time when unparalleled critical acclaim we received convinced us I was nine, and I fell in love with it, that truly to serve the needs of our audience the time and with the films had come to build a permanent home of our own. that Judy Garland made with Mickey Rooney. I had that spirit of “let’s put on a show.” families. In fact, two productions commissioned by TRT are now Is there a particular play or running in New York City: the new musical that helped spark your Broadway hit, Be More Chill and the off-Broadway play, Hurricane Diane. interest in theater?

In keeping with its focus on comJOAN: My early theater inspiramunity spirit, TRT also produces tion was going to see plays in New more than forty free events a year, York with my family, especially clasgeared to the diverse surrounding sic musicals—I particularly rememcommunity. After 25 years, it just ber My Fair Lady and The King and I keeps getting better and this sumand Kiss Me, Kate. mer TRT will begin a new phase with the planned opening of its BOB: I went with my mother to Center for New Work, Education see the National Tour of The Glass and Design.

Menagerie in Pueblo, Colorado, where I grew up, and the set amazed Joan and Bob will be honored at me. As the actor spoke, the wall bethe TRT 25th Anniversary Gala gan to dissolve. I couldn’t believe next month, with avid supporters

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my eyes.The theatricality of it all knocked me out. I would have been about fifteen and I just adored it.

How long was the process from the idea for the theater to its fruition in Red Bank, and what were some of the challenges along the way?

JOAN: We produced four plays before Two River at the Milford Theatre in Pennsylvania, which was a summer theater, which I guess was something like ‘Mickey and Judy.’ We did it all—soup to nuts, casting, designing, building sets, sewing. It was crazy—but it was so fun!

BOB: I’m very proud that, in only our first season, Two River was heralded by The New York Times as having “arrived” as an institution of “taste, class, and resilience.” Over our first decade, we enjoyed growing audiences, were supported by loyal donors, and were recognized with numerous accolades. Our biggest challenge was not having our own permanent performance space.

The overwhelming success of our first few seasons, the widespread support of our community, and the unparalleled critical acclaim we received convinced us that truly to serve the needs of our audience the time had come to build a permanent home of our own. We found the ideal site in Red Bank, which was a growing place filled with a lot of energy.

Bob, you have acted, directed, and written for theater. Which gave you the most satisfaction and why?

BOB: Because I started out as an actor, I used to say that playwriting was a great challenge, and directing is always pleasurable, but the only thing that really matters is acting.

As a professor, I understood the act of performing in front of a classroom. But today I would say that writing brought me the most pleasure, because it was difficult.

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Saturday, May 18, 2019 HONORARY CHAIRS

What is one of your favorite projects or productions at TRT and why?

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BOB: I loved our first season—especially our first show, The Cocktail Hour by A.R. Gurney, and Shaw’s Misalliance.

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JOAN: It’s so hard to say—I love so much of what we’ve done. I could look at the whole list of plays, I’m sure, and remember many favorites. But these days, of course, I’m reminded of how much I love Be More Chill.

If anything were possible, which actor(s) would you choose for a collaboration?

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BOB: I took a class with Marilyn Monroe when I was studying to be an actor. I would have worked with her!

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What can we expect at the upcoming addition to TRT, the Center for New Work, Education and Design?

Individual Tickets: $350

JOAN AND BOB: We will open our Center for New Work, Education and Design in 2019 (see page 30 for more details). The Center will allow us to grow the impact and reach of our education programs, new-play development activities, and many free community events we offer through our ‘Inside Two River’ program. The building will include two rehearsal spaces; scenery, props and costume shops; centrally located offices; and multiple storage areas. This exceptional new space will further the reputation of Two River, and Red Bank, as a home for world-class theater and theater artists.

There is certainly much to celebrate at TRT. The residents of this state and beyond are fortunate to continue to enjoy the fruits of Joan and Bob Rechnitz’s vision, drive, and generosity.

For tickets and information about sponsorships and underwriting opportunities, contact Katie Benson at 732.345.1400 ext. 1817 or kbenson@trtc.org.

All proceeds of the event will benefit the programs and services of Two River Theater.

Visit TwoRiverTheater.org for more information

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T H E C E N T E R F O R N E W WO R K, E D U C AT I O N A N D D E S I G N The Center for New Work, Education and Design will have three floors and will be connected to Two River’s permanent home. It was designed by Red Bank architects Kaplan, Gaunt + DeSantis. It will include rehearsal studio spacing, offices and writing spaces for artists, expanded scene shop spaces, a woodshop for the props

department, a costume shop, centrally located offices, and multiple storage areas.

The Founders and Board of Trustees have established a 25th Anniversary Fund to support critical priorities for the theater’s growth, including the development and construction of the new Center. The

financial goal for the 25th Anniversary Fund is $18,000,000 and gifts totaling $16,500,000 have been raised to date, with the remaining $1,500,000 of the goal to be raised through philanthropic and community support. Gifts to the Fund will be accepted throughout 2019, and pledges can be gifted over a longer period of time.

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The billboard wasn’t real, but these stories are. One late afternoon I received a call from a client who had retained me a day or two before. He explained that he had just gotten home from work and was sitting on the floor. Why, I asked, was he on the floor? “It’s the only thing left,” he replied. His wife had plotted to move out, lock, stock and barrel while he was at work.

Another client returned home from work one evening, opened his closet, and found the left sleeves of every garment he owned in a heap on the floor. In a fit of anger, his wife let her sharp scissor do her talking.

And then there was “Hairless Joe.” Joe had a side job that his wife knew about and benefitted from economically. Joe made pornographic films and that was alright with his wife. What wasn’t alright was when she returned home one afternoon to find him co-starring in his next film with two naked women. The file, titled “Hairless Joe” because Joe shaved his

head, was an asset, his wife claimed, that was subject to equitable distribution. Joe argued that it wasn’t.

The Judge’s decision didn’t make anyone happy. He decided that the film was, indeed, subject to the wife’s claim for equitable distribution, making Joe unhappy. But then he found that the film had no value (after reviewing it in chambers several times), making both unhappy.

Just last month, billionaire Harry Macklowe took a parting shot at his ex-wife, with whom he had recently gone through an acrimonious divorce. He placed a 42 foot photo of his new fiancée and himself on New York City’s tallest apartment building, professing their love for each other. There was no missing the portrait, nor his point.

In a Seinfeld episode, Elaine, during a conversation with Jerry, remarked, “People!” Jerry responded, “Yeah, they’re the worst.” People aren’t “the worst,” but people going through divorce can be.

Don’t be one of those people. No one can take your dignity from you, but you can give it away. Don’t do it.

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MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS

Michael Levine & Nicole Rabbat Levine

After meeting at a charity event for Superstorm Sandy, Michael and Nicole fell in love, got married, moved to Fair Haven, and started their own charity, The Social Conscience Project. Michael started volunteering when he was in high school after realizing he was fortunate to have the life he has led. Nicole was drawn to helping others throughout her life. Michael graduated from Stockton University with degrees in business and social work, and he wanted to put his business knowledge to use helping others. Nicole, a board member with The Social Conscience Project, grew up in Holmdel and graduated from Monmouth University.

She is a realtor for Heritage House Sotheby’s International Realty and enjoys every aspect of Monmouth County, but is aware of the areas in need of the most help. Joining their lives and talents, Michael and Nicole are making an impact. Here is Michael, CEO of The Social Conscience Project, in his own words.

OUR ORGANIZATION The Social Conscience Project 501(c)3 strives to create a community where disadvantaged groups not only survive, but thrive through our programming, resources, and guidance.

WHY WE STARTED OUR CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION

School in East Orange. All our programs are give/get, so you have to do something nice or give to someone less fortunate to get resources. The children will learn inventory control and how to run a “store”.

We are providing weekly food and book donations to Monmouth Day Care Center. We are hoping to build a food pantry there. We have placed 30 women who are survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children in safe locations. We gave out 6370 gifts to children in need during the holidays. We personally handed out gifts to entire schools in one day. We gave out more than 3000 coats to families in need in November and December.

OUR BIGGEST CHALLENGE We are all private funds at this point. Every dollar goes toward one of the causes, and we are all volunteers. Each one of the centers costs a lot, so we are always grateful for partnerships.

Another challenge is working with people who are in it for the right reasons. I have been doing this a long time, and do it for that smile you give someone, not for self-glory.

THE MOST REWARDING PART OF WHAT WE DO

I have been running charities for more than 13 years. I saw a need to target schools in poorer neighborhoods, therefore helping growing families in need by offering resources. I was afforded mentors throughout my career, I want these schools to be afforded that same right.

We love seeing children realize their potential in life and realize they can do something big if they choose. Also, honestly seeing a family get back on their feet. Sometimes one misstep can derail a future. We don’t want to allow that to happen.

OUR CURRENT PROJECTS

For information or to give, visit thescproject.org or contact Michael by email at michael.thescp@gmail.com or by calling 908.821.7740.

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Circle of Life Gala Aiding with Addiction and Recovery Support

CFC Founders Lynn Regan and Daniel Regan.

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Left to right: Susan Dominguez, Executive Director at Howell Chamber of Commerce, Tammy Telymonde, Director of Member Services at CFC Loud N Clear Foundation, and Denise Bartolomei, Volunteer of the Year at CFC (Photo credit: Alphonse Telymonde)

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CFC Loud N Clear Foundation (CFC) held its annual winter gala, The Circle of Life, on March 1 at the Battleground Country Club. A sold-out crowd of over 350 attendees enjoyed a cocktail hour with Elton John tunes on a grand piano, exquisite hors d’oeuvres, open top shelf bar, silent auction, raffle, and games. The grand ballroom opened prior to dinner and guests were greeted with a 25-person a cappella group known as The Rock N Roll Chorus. Fredi-Walker Browne, award winning actress and Lion King on Broadway star, joined the chorus on stage to sing Circle of Life. Mr. Bill Spadea of NJ 101.5 & Fox’s Chasing News along with co-host, Jessica Gibson, were emcees for the evening. The evening followed with live music from the Moroccan Sheepherders, and proclamations by the New Jersey General Assembly.

Founded in 2012, CFC is a 501(c)3 grassroots New Jersey registered nonprofit Recovery Community Organization (RCO) providing a model relapse prevention program that supports all pathways to recovery through peer driven and operated programs. CFC is a pioneer in the addiction and mental health industry. This grassroots organization has brought recovery to the mainstream media and found alternative ways to support thousands of families in need. The United States is in the middle of the deadliest drug epidemic of all time; New Jersey is at the core of it. CFC fights for legislation, change, reduced stigma, and community support every day. The staff and peer recovery specialists are on call 24/7 with Howell, Long Branch, and Asbury Park Police Departments. They operate four sober living homes in Monmouth and Ocean County. Since 2012, CFC has served over 12,500 families. In November 2018, CFC received the Impact 100 Jersey Coast Grant to expand its programming to include support services for siblings, grandparents, couples, children, and families. Addiction is a family disease and expansion of these programs were of the utmost importance.

CFC’s next event is Rock The Farm Festival, which will be held on September 28, 2019 in Seaside Heights. For more information on the Festival, visit rockthefarmnj.com. For more information on CFC, visit healingus.org.

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Have You Considered Sedation Dentistry for You or Your Child?

Our 9-year-old needed two baby root canals and 7 cavities filled. After trying a couple of appointments with our regular pediatric dentist, our son became anxious and aggravated.

Our pediatric dentist recommended we put him under general anesthesia and have everything done at one time. Of course I tried to learn as much as I could about putting a 9-year-old under general anesthesia, thus beginning my journey into sedation dentistry.

Turns out, Dr Lichtenstein is THE GO-TO dentist for general anesthesia because of his many years of hospital operating experience. General anesthesia is serious for anyone and needs to be done by someone with great skill, great experience and regular practice.

After researching ALL the options for our son, it was a no-brainer to go to Dr Lichtenstein. We were totally lucky to have a Dentist Anesthesiologist in our state, much less the same county. There are only a handful of these specially trained doctors in the Northeast. Not all have the 13+ years of hospital OR experience Dr Lichtenstein has.

We knew our little guy was in the best possible hands. We talked to many practices who spoke highly of Dr Lichtenstein and his ability to do excellent dental work as well as sedate our son safely using his hospital-grade “operating room”.

Breathing, temperature, pulse, all these need to be monitored! This type of monitoring is not done in a regular dental office. Ask, ask, ask!

Our son did great, and when Dr Lichtenstein (himself) called that night to check on us, our son was out playing soccer.

Wonderful experience. I learned more than I ever wanted to know about dentistry and sedation during investigating options for our son. As a parent, I needed to feel confident and choose the absolute BEST route for my son. There’s some pretty scary stuff out there, and I always tell everyone I know about Dr Lichtenstein and his background and training which make ALL THE DIFFERENCE. All the best, L. Schrader Mom of 5 • Wall, NJ

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Seventh Annual Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade The Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade, presented by OceanFirst Bank, was held on March 10 and was a festive, familyfriendly event that proudly welcomed thousands of spectators from nearby towns. The first parade took place on March 10, 2013 and had more than 4,000 spectators. The mission of this parade is to celebrate Irish heritage and provide charitable gifts to local organizations improving the community. The Grand Marshal this year was John F. Croddick, Sr., he is proud to be a member of the first graduating class of Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft. Mr. Croddick and his wife, Virginia have been married for 49 years and have five children. Bagpipe bands, marchers, and the thousands of spectators came together to make this parade one to remember! *All Photos Courtesy of Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade Facebook Page.

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RUMSON OCEANIC FREE LIBRARY HOSTS SODA BREAD CONTEST AND PARADE KICK-OFF EVENT

BY SUSAN MURPHY

Rumson Oceanic Free Library held its sixth annual Irish Soda Bread contest on February 28 at the Library. More than 75 people attended and were able to sample the delicious breads made by the fifteen people who entered the contest. Also in attendance were committee members of the Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade; Oceanic Library Board members; and Lunch Break Board members. This year, Lunch Break was honored and awarded funds by the Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Committee.

During the event, there was a Shepherd’s Pie demonstration and tasting ,as well as the sampling of Irish soda bread. Entertainment was provided

by Arch Lair and members of the Blackpoint Pipes & Drums, and Irish Step Dancers from The Jig Factory, Atlantic Highlands.

Judges Denise Kelleher and Jodi Wooley of Cups & Cakes chose the

Winners for the Irish Soda Bread Contest joins Oceanic Library President and Director for a group photo. Left to right: Oceanic Library Director Nanette Reis; first place winner Mairead Clifford; second place winner Gabrielle McGill; Judges Denise Kelleher and Jodi Wooley; Honorable Mention winner Jill Wilson; third place winner Amber Herr; and Oceanic Library President Carolyn Miller.

soda bread winners. First place went to Mairead Clifford; second place to Gabrielle McGill; and third place to Amber Herr. The honorable mention went to Jill Wilson. First place winner Mairead Clifford received the privilege of marching in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade with her family.

Library Board President Carolyn Miller shared, “Many of these bakers enter family recipes that have been passed down generation to generation.

It’s great to hear the stories behind the recipes and then taste the delicious breads. The recipes were not shared since some are considered family secrets!”

Upcoming on May 9 at the Library will be the annual Cupcake Wars, which is open to bakers sixteen and under. More details can be found at oceaniclib.org.

Left to right: Gathering for a photo was Kevin Feehan of Val’s Tavern who made the Shepherd’s Pie; and Parade Board members Matt Jones; Jamie McManus; and Pete Hogan.

FAIR HAVEN RECREATION SPONSORS FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE

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Fair Haven Recreation held its annual Father/Daughter Dance on March 1 and 2 this year at Raven & the Peach. Girls in grades first through fifth were invited and within the two day event a total of 400 fathers and daughters attended.

Music to keep everyone on the dance floor was provided by DJ Dan of Sax Man Dan Entertainment, DBA Entertainment Makers. Raven & the Peach provided the food for the event.

The girls and their fathers danced, enjoyed a meal together, and at the end of this event flowers were given to the girls.

“The Father Daughter Dance has grown into perhaps the most popular event for Fair Haven families with daughters in grades one through five. It is hard to tell who enjoys the event more, the daughters getting to dance the night away with their dad and friends, or the fathers who have the opportunity to spend an unforgettable evening with their daughters. We

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continue to tweak this event in order to create the most memorable experience possible. This year’s Father Daughter Dance was our best yet!” commented Director of Fair Haven Parks and Recreation DJ Breckenridge.

RUMSON GARDEN CLUB TO AWARD SCHOLARSHIP The Rumson Garden Club will award its annual scholarship in memory of Rita Morgan Boyle, a past president and dedicated member of the club and a long-time Rumson resident. The scholarship will be presented to a Rumson or Fair Haven resident who plans to attend, or is attending, an accredited college and who has a demonstrated interest in any area of horticulture, landscape design, or environmental studies, i.e., conservation, marine sciences, earth science. The applicant is required to write an essay outlining his or her interests and accomplishments, which may include academic studies or extracurricular activities.

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100TH ANNIVERSARY OF RARITAN POST 23 The oldest post in Monmouth County Raritan Post 23, the oldest post in Monmouth County, is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year. During the last century, Post 23 has been an integral part of the community serving veterans, organizations, and developing tomorrow’s leaders.

To mark this auspicious occasion, the post will be hosting a formal dinner with open bar on July 13. The night’s celebrations will begin with a cocktail hour from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by dinner from 7:00 to 9:00 pm and culminating with presentations, dancing & entertainment from 9:00 to 11:00 pm. Jacket & tie required.

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JEN VIETH: MOTIVATING & EDUCATING WOMEN ON WELLNESS

BY DONNALYN GIEGERICH

“It’s more than just a run and it’s a ton of fun!” says the woman that shares fitness with females across Monmouth County. Jen Vieth, owner of SheRuns, welcomes ALL levels of fitness to her run movement to motivate and educate women on wellness. SheRuns welcomes any female athlete who wants to learn run mechanics, make friends and reach fitness goals. There are no fees to join their private FB page or to join their weekly Saturday 8:00 am Monmouth County group runs. Jen always warms up the group with a motivational message, evidenced by their “go girl” group selfies on the SheRuns Facebook page.

I met Jen two years ago while I was the emcee of the Beauty & the Beach Run, a popular run event, for women by women. From the stage, I was able to watch her passion for her large community of runners and her endless enthusiasm for their success. I found myself laughing so hard during her dynamic stretch session that I wanted to step off stage to run the race with this happy bunch. Jen delivers on her brand promise by providing expert run and fitness advice for any level athlete, while creating a safe and encouraging place for women to laugh and learn while pursuing fitness goals.

Jen grew up running with her dad and taking fitness classes with her mom, so the foundation for her work was established at an early age. Luckily for us, after almost a decade of New York City commuting to Merrill Lynch, she and her husband decided to start a family. SheRuns was also born to coincide with her passion for parenting and purposeful work empowering women, and it offers reasonable priced training programs for 5K, 5-mile, 10K, 10-mile and half marathon distances. She also provides bootcamps, private fitness coaching and instant camaraderie for her participants. As an added bonus, SheRuns arranges dinners out for carb crazy ladies, self-defense classes to empower, and dance instruction events to keep her community engaged and energized.

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Not surprisingly, SheRuns currently supports over 800 followers at its social sites and is proud of its growing followership. Her loyal brand of run groupies delights in her credentialing, which includes personal trainer, ACE (American Council of Exercise) & NASM (National Association of Sport Medicine) and sports nutrition from NASN (National Association of Sports Nutrition). This busy mom professional is also a certified run coach with Road Runners Club of America (RCCA). Her spring season is busy with demand for local race coaching, virtual race coaching and regular training events. In addition to delivering its mission, SheRuns also supports local nonprofits by staffing and donating people and products to Blessing Bags, Backpack Crew and Kick Cancer Overboard. What’s not to love about women prioritizing wellness while powering good works in the communities they run in?

Two of Jen’s clients have recently shared tender stories of tenacity thanks to SheRuns. One client used running to help shed 100 pounds! According to proud run coach Jen, her client fine-tuned her nutrition, and leveraged running not only as a calorie burning tool, but as a lifestyle choice that has helped her keep the weight off. Her client discovered that running eased her stress and enabled her to maintain a more consistent mental state of happiness. Another client joined SheRuns to model positive behavior for her young daughter. After a long day of work, mom hits the road regularly to teach her daughter that running a few times a week is worthwhile!

It’s her actionable message of wellness after work that will hopefully pay big dividends for her daughters’ impressionable eyes one day.

Want to join the SheRuns movement? Learn more at sheruns.net. Better yet, have a conversation with Jen Vieth at jen@sheruns.net about your fitness goals. Join the 35 women currently following the long-distance half marathon program to go big with your running goals this season. You’ll never look back and you’ll make at least a few, very fun new friends!

RCDS DEBATE TEAM CONTINUES STREAK OF SUCCESS 7th Grader Takes Home Golden Gavel Award Parker Gmelich (left) of Rumson and Caroline Hickey of Fair Haven

There is no dispute that The Rumson Country Day School Debate Team is experiencing a successful year of competition. In December, the RCDS Gator Debaters placed second in the number of wins at the Jersey Shore Debate League Tournament and they excelled once again on February 23 at their second tournament of the season hosted by Bolger Middle School.

Due to illness, several key players from RCDS were unable to compete but that didn’t stop the team from persevering. Collectively, the RCDS Gator Debaters took home four wins and RCDS 7th graders Parker Gmelich and Caroline Hickey tied for first place for their percentage of wins. Furthermore, Parker secured the Golden Gavel, a highly sought-after prize at every tournament that is awarded to the debater who has the most cumulative points out of all participants.

“With one of our teammates absent, we were thrown into positions that we had never practiced,” said Parker. “We had to take our time to assess the situation and think on our toes. Once we got going, I felt more confident, but I could not have done it without my teammate. We supported each other during stressful moments and then we were able to celebrate and share in each other’s accomplishments.”

“It was definitely a bonding experience,” said Caroline. “We’ve gotten to know each other’s strengths and weakness and help each other. I think the teamwork, the public speaking, and research experience will really help us both in the future.”

Led by English teacher and RCDS debate coach Ann Murdock, students worked diligently for about a month to prepare to debate the following topics: ban e-cigarettes; college athletes should or should not be paid; the United States should or should not give weapons to Saudi Arabia; tracking apps causes more harm than good.

Parker, Caroline and their fellow Gator Debaters are looking forward to competing in the next Jersey Shore Debate League Tournament held at Ranney School on April 13.

“A MOST UNUSUAL EVENING” HELD AT ASBURY LANES The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County once again hosted the party of the year with its 8th annual signature fundraiser, “A Most Unusual Evening” on March 9 at the Asbury Lanes.

This year’s theme, “The Curious Side of the Carnival,” was reflected in the décor and “freakshow chic” dress code, but it was made most evident by performances by the Coney Island Circus Sideshow, which included an interactive sword-swallowing act, a strongman demonstration, a snake charmer, and a burlesque routine. More than 225 guests were entertained by the music of NYC-area legends New Life Crisis, and both the chance

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and silent auctions kept the atmosphere upbeat and bustling throughout the night.

All proceeds of the evening will benefit the after-school and summer programming at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County, which has units in Asbury Park and Red Bank and served more than 1,175 members last year. “When kids are given opportunities and support, their future is limitless. Events like a Most Unusual Evening provide funding for life-changing programs and educational experiences,” said Douglas Eagles, Executive Director. Learn more at bgcmonmouth.org.

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TURNING POINT RESTAURANTS RAISE MORE THAN $80,000 FOR THE KORTNEY ROSE FOUNDATION Turning Point Restaurants announced it raised more than $82,000 for The Kortney Rose Foundation (KRF), setting a new record at its annual “Great Food for a Great Cause” event held on February 23 & 24. Celebrating its 10th year, the annual event’s cumulative total has grown to more than $410,000 in donations. This recent event marked further expansion in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, growing awareness of KRF’s mission to raise funds for collaborative research on pediatric brain tumors, the number one cause of death by disease in children.

Restaurant patrons who dined at any of the 16 Turning Point Restaurant locations and donated to KRF, received Turning Point gift card(s) for free entrees to be used on their next visit. The Turning Point operates 12 New Jersey locations in Brick, Cherry Hill, Hoboken, Holmdel, Little Silver, Long Branch, Manalapan, Marlton, Moorestown, Princeton, Sea Girt, and Westfield. The Pennsylvania locations are Blue Bell, Bryn Mawr, North Wales, and Warrington. The money raised directly benefits research being done through the 16 collaborative institutions making up the Children’s Brain Tumor Tissue Consortium (CBTTC). They share specimens and data to accelerate discovery of effective treatments and cures for children with pediatric brain/central nervous system tumors. The CBTTC is operated out of the Center for Data Driven Discovery in Biomedicine at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). To date, KRF has raised nearly $2M for pediatric brain tumor research in memory of the founder's daughter, Kortney, who died from a brain tumor in 2006.

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“Year after year our staff and patrons look forward to this fundraiser and their effort and enthusiasm is reflected in the tremendous generosity that is shown at this popular event,” said Kirk Ruoff, who with his wife, Pam, are owners of Turning Point.

“We are extremely grateful for the amazing support over the past ten years from both the Turning Point organization and their patrons. KRF has been able to fund significant research because of their generosity,” said KRF’s Founder, Executive Director and Kortney’s mother, Kristen Gillette.

The staff at The Turning Point in Little Silver on its annual “Great Food for a Great Cause” annual giving weekend.

Ranney Upper School Robotics Team Wins States

Left to right: Alex Klatsky of Colts Neck, Sandy Wilderotter of Brielle, Kevin Yu of West Allenhurst, and Emerald Liu of Point Pleasant Beach

THE RANNEY ROBOTICS TEAM of Sandy Wilderotter ‘21 (Builder, Programmer, and Engineering Notebook), Alex Klatsky ‘19 (Builder, Programmer, and Scouting), Kevin Yu ‘19 (Driver and Head Builder), and Emerald Liu ‘21 (Programmer and Scouting) won the New Jersey State Championship at Cherry Hill High School East on February 23. The team became one of 580 from around the world to compete in this prestigious event – seven teams from New Jersey (out of 150 that competed in the state this year) are selected and the rest fill from the United States and 45 other countries.

“I’ve been in the robotics program for five years now. I’ve always been chasing a Vex State Championship,” said Alex Klatsky. “Winning this in my senior year means so much to me because of all the time I spent over the course of these five years working to this goal.”

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After winning the state championship, Alex, Sandy, Emerald, and Kevin are next focused on Worlds, which will be held at Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky from April 24-27. The team will continue to develop the robot’s design, while continuing to study the designs of other robots from around the world.

“At World’s we will be competing against the very best,” said Alex. “We really think that we can compete with anyone in the world and our goal is to be the first Ranney School team to be World Champions.”

The State Championship win came on the same day that one member of the team – Alex Klatsky – also won a Shore Conference Tournament title with the boys’ basketball team.

Each member of the robotics team spends at least eight hours a week working, but leading up to the State Championship, the team members put in 40 hours preparing for the competition.

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Members and officers of the WiseUp TAG (Teenage Advocacy Group) of the WeForum organization at a planning meeting this past February with their advisors. Left to right, standing: advisor Jennifer Borenius Lyle Lulu, Noelle LeLand, Anna McCarthy, Olivia Rogers, Lily Thygeson, Gabriella Pia, Lexi Samuels, Ellie Bowen, Charlie Rosen. Left to right, seated: Sydney Kaiman, Grace Saad, Olivia Rehder, and advisor Heather Kaiman.

WEForum Teen Advocacy Group Encourages Students to "WiseUp" about the Environment and their Health Choices Teenagers from three area schools have been meeting regularly and staging events to promote their message of teenage health and environmental sustainability as a youth group of the WEForum community organization. Under the banner of WiseUp TAG (Teenage Advocacy Group) girls from Rumson Fair Haven, Red Bank Regional and Red Bank Catholic have presented their message at Long Branch elementary school program, and at Monmouth University’s Wellness Day for more than 1,500 middle school students.

They are currently developing social media sites to further broadcast their message to their peers.

WiseUp TAG president and RFH junior Sydney Kaiman has a passion for the issues that WEForum emphasizes - health, fitness, and the environment. She states, “I learned that if you want things to change you must push to make those changes happen because they won’t always happen on their own. I feel that it was important to get the younger generation involved. We created the TAG group with the idea that if we can not only educate the next generation,

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but give them the tools to teach those that will follow them, then real change can take place.”

RBC Junior Samantha Kelly explains that it is the girls’ intention to inspire other teens. She states, “Our motto is ‘TAG you’re it!’ and we intend to grow this group to include other schools by inspiring other young individuals to become representatives to their schools.”

One of the things the girls hope to change is the wasteful use of plastic bottles that litter our landfills and never degrade.

The students have also been active in visiting their town’s environmental councils, particularly in Little Silver, to push the banning of plastic bags from area businesses. Jennifer Borenius, a resident of Little Silver, who mentors the TAG group along with Heather Kaiman, Fair Haven, has been a huge advocate for plastic bag ban ordinances presenting at many towns around the Jersey Shore. She advises the students that their efforts will eventually pay off as 25 towns in New Jersey have already instituted such bans on plastic bags

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and there is so much good advocacy work to do.

In the coming months, the girls are hoping to support some of the other pillars of the WeForum message including participation in the WEForum Fit Crawl planned for Saturday, April 13. The girls are also busy hatching up other projects they can promote to affect generational change.

Anyone wishing more information on the WiseUp TAG group is encouraged to contact Jennifer Borenius at 973.809.5413 or info@weforumgroup.org.

WEForum was founded by Rumson resident Carolyn DeSena, its Executive Director. She states, “WeForum aims to strengthen the health and wellness of communities by educating and empowering individuals to take charge of their health care choices. We partner with organizations to promote a culture of healthy living by raising awareness through community events and by raising funds to develop and support programs and services that are free and accessible to all.”

RBR’s Meghan Murray Racks her 1000th point Fueling RBR Girls’ Basketball Spectacular Season

Meghan Murray has joined all former RBR female superstars in achieving her 1000th point in basketball. She accomplished this milestone on February 12 in a very exciting game against Southern Regional during the first round of the Shore Conference Tournament. This season saw the RBR girls’ basketball team achieve unprecedented success. Under their coach, John Truhan III, the RBR Girls made the state semi-finals in back to back seasons for the first time since 1998. The Lady Bucs beat neigh-

borhood rival RBC also for the first time since 1998. They finished the season with 20 wins, more than Ridge Road rival RFH as well as RBC, for the first time ever.

“It was as good as it gets that day.”

Meghan recalls when she made her milestone score. “We had lots of fans and energy from the bench. It was very exciting to get to 1,000 points but even more exciting to win the game. That was the team we lost to last year in the tournament.”

Meghan has been dribbling a basketball since she was a kindergartener. She played travel basketball and then progressed to AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) play. But she left both once she entered high school to concentrate on her high school play.

Her stats at RBR include a career total of 1074 points with 851 of those points scored in the last two seasons. She had a 424 point per season average or a 16.3 point average per game. Meghan had 115 rebounds and 135 steals throughout her high school career.

She was the Shore Sports Network Player of the Week and was nominated six times by the Asbury Park Press as Player of the Week. She was named to First Team – All Division for B-North.

Coach Truhan states of his star forward, “Meghan Murray is the student-athlete that parents wish their daughters will grow up to be and the girl parents dream of having

their sons marry. Any success that the girls’ basketball has achieved is directly related to Meghan. She is a role model to all younger players and the epitome of a true leader!”

Meghan is also a star academic. She earned membership in the National and Spanish National Honor Societies and is an AP Scholar with Honors. She plays lacrosse in the spring and is a top scorer in the Shore Conference. Currently, Meghan has over 200 career goals and is looking to surpass 300 goals, which is extremely rare in girls’ lacrosse. Meghan is also a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She plans to major in math in college. She feels that she is leaving the RBR Basketball team in a good place with many great players ready to take on the next season with a new respect and vitality.

Meghan Murray, 18, Little Silver, is pictured with her athletic trainer, Christine Emrich, and her coach John Truhan III, at the RBR Board Meeting where she was honored for achieving her 1000 point score.

RBR Female Cyber Security Team Wins "Girls Go Cyberstart/Cisco" Essay Contest

Left to right: RBR Superintendent Dr. Louis Moore, RBR technology teacher Jeremy Milonas, RBR students Mackenzie Wood, 17, Oceanport; Tess Hintelmann, 16, Little Silver; and Allessandra Swart, 16 Oceanport.

Red Bank Regional technology students were among four teams in the nation that won the first annual Girls Go Cyberstart/Cisco Essay Contest. Mackenzie Wood, 17, Oceanport; Tess Hintelmann, 16, Little Silver; and Allessandra Swart, 16 Oceanport composed Team Bucaroo.

The other three winners were from teams in Indiana, Texas and High Tech High in Lincroft. The winners received an all-expense-paid trip to the three-day professional cybersecurity conference in Pittsburg. The conference will include workshops, networking opportunities, a career fair, and talks from female leaders in the cyber security industry

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New Jersey Chamber Singers, with Eastern Wind Symphony, Present Spirit Wind in Red Bank Two of New Jersey’s most accomplished ensembles join forces to present a concert experience entitled “Spirit Wind,”presented

by New Jersey Chamber Singers and Eastern Wind Symphony on May 5 at Tower Hill Church in Red Bank.

“While the vast majority of choral orchestral works requires a full complement of strings, there are a few gems written only for winds and choir,” said Reid Masters, Artistic Director of New Jersey Chamber Singers. “Because of their unconventional scoring, these prized works are rarely performed, and few audiences have the opportunity to hear them performed by high-caliber ensembles.”

The center-piece of the concert will be a composite mass setting, alternating movements between Stravinsky’s Mass and Michael Haydn’s Missa Sancti Hieronymi. Other music includes works by Bach, Brahms, Copland, Mulholland and more.

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Exhibition: “Art & Healing” NOW THROUGH MAY 19

Monmouth Museum, Lincroft This exhibition highlights the role of how the creation of art can be part of the healing and recovery process after a diagnosis of cancer. All artists in this exhibition embody their individual response to their cancer experience.

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Fresh Farmers and Makers Market WEDNESDAYS, 1:00 - 6:00 PM

Bell Works, Holmdel Shop weekly from over 30 local farmers, food purveyors, local artisans and more.

There will be family activities, food & craft demos, live music, libations and more!

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Jersey Shore Restaurant Week APRIL 5 THROUGH APRIL 14

A wonderful opportunity to re-visit your favorite restaurants & try new ones, the perfect time to gather friends & enjoy the Jersey Shore’s delicious restaurants. Your choice of an appetizer, entrée & dessert for either $22.19 or $32.19. For more information, visit jerseyshorerestaurantweek.com.

Teddy Bear Tea APRIL 7 FROM 2:00 TO 4:00 PM

Navesink Country Club, Middletown Children 3-8 years old are cordially invited to enjoy an afternoon with your favorite furry friend for: Polite Conversation, Lesson on Manners, Teddy Bear Parade, Gourmet Treats & Musical Entertainment featuring the “Little Rockers”. Proceeds will benefit the Museum’s ongoing arts & education programs. More info call 732.224.1993

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50th Annual Rummage Sale Whale of a Sale APRIL 13TH & APRIL 14TH

The Rumson Country Day School, Rumson From boutique treasures to household and family necessities. The school’s Blake Gymnasium becomes a beehive of activity as trip after trip is made stocking the gym with donated items. One of the most important fundraisers at RCDS, the sale raises proceeds devoted to the financial aid program in addition to other local charities.

WEforum’s 4th Annual Fit Crawl APRIL 13TH

Perfect way to kick off a healthy spring and summer! With a $50 fee, participants will experience an inspiring day of health and wellness sampling up to three classes at some of Monmouth County’s top fitness studios. To register, visit weforumgroup.org.

Made in Monmouth APRIL 13 AT 10:00 AM TO 4:00 PM

Monmouth University, West Long Branch Made In Monmouth is a program for both vendors to create useful new products that the public will want to buy and for visitors to find the best Monmouth made products to enrich their lives! Free to the public. More info at madeinmonmouth. com.

The Belle of Amherst APRIL 13TH THROUGH MAY 5TH

Two River Theater, Red Bank Crafted from diary entries, letters, and poems by Emily Dickinson, The Belle of Amherst is a spellbinding and insightful look at the life of one of America’s greatest poets. Tickets, visit tworivertheater.org

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Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps!

APRIL 13 FROM 9:00 AM TO 12:30 PM

Join other local beach lovers to help us clean up the shoreline as part of Clean Ocean Action’s annual “Beach Sweep” event! All ages welcome and no experience necessary. Find locations and/or register at cleanoceanaction.org.

Pride U2: A Tribute to U2 APRIL 19 AT 8:00 PM

Tim McLoones Supper Club, Asbury Park One of the most exciting tribute bands to hit the scene in years, they span U2’s entire catalog and honors the music and live experience that is U2. For tickets, visit timmcloonessupperclub.com.

Brewing for Autism Awareness APRIL 26 FROM 7:30 TO 10:30 PM

Salt Creek Grille, Rumson Buffet dinner and open bar, silent auction, gift baskets, entertainment from Kings Highway, and dancing! The event supports the Autism MVP Foundation’s initiatives, including the groundbreaking Autism Program Improvement Project led

by Monmouth University. More info, visit autismmvp.org.

MCSPCA Dog Walk + Pet Fair APRIL 27 FROM 10:00 AM TO 3:00 PM

Brookdale Community College The theme for this celebratory year will be “My Dog is a Superhero” and will encompass a fun, colorful and exciting comic book theme. Adoptable dogs, live music by The Wag, vendors, food trucks, games and activities for kids of all ages.

More info at mcspcadogwalk.org.

Asbury Park Restaurant Tour

Opening Day at Monmouth Park

APRIL 28 FROM 12:00 TO 4:00 PM

MAY 4 AT 11:00 AM

Featuring 25+ food destinations with small bites, sampling and demos at this rain or shine event. Tour check-in tent will be stationed in Press Plaza (600 Cookman Avenue at Emory Street) Tickets on Eventbrite for $40 or visit asburyparkchamber.com.

Fair Haven’s First Floors Tour MAY 16 FROM 9:30 AM TO 2:00 PM

Monmouth Park Racetrack, Oceanport Riders Up! It’s been too long since you’ve enjoyed the excitement and thrill of Monmouth Park! Celebrate with mint juleps, Derby hats, live racing, family fun, live music and more. Host your Derby party at the track. For more information, visit monmouthpark.com.

Featuring eight exquisite homes throughout Fair Haven, walk through picturesque properties and sample a variety of delicious bites prepared by the finest local restaurants, chefs & special event caterers. Tickets are $60 before 4/15, $65 after. For tickets, visit fairhavenpta.com.

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International Beer, Wine & Food Festival

Comedy for a Cause to Benefit Stephy’s Place

Kentucky Derby Day Celebration

White Street Parking Lot, Red Bank Family-friendly event with a variety of International food served by 20 of Red Bank’s finest restaurants, International beer and wine, great music on two stages, unique vendors. $5 donation goes to Red Bank RiverCenter & other deserving Red Bank nonprofits. Visit redbank.org for more info.

180 Turning Lives Around Annual Celebration The Riverhouse, Rumson Country Club Celebrating 35 years of dedication and transformational leadership with Cuban cuisine, festive cocktails, live aucton and entertainment. The event will honor Anna Diaz-White, 180 Executive Director.

Tickets are $250 per person. Visit 180nj. org for more info.

MAY 5 FROM 12:00 NOON TO 7:00 PM

MAY 4 AT 2:00 PM

Blu Grotto Ristorante, Oceanport Located at historic Monmouth Park Racetrack, proceeds from the event provide critically needed funds to over 50 nonprofit organizations in Monmouth County delivering vital services relating to health, those at risk in our community, and those identified as in need of special services. For tickets, visit mpcharityfund.org.

Yoga with Goats SELECT DATES | TIME VARIES

Lay your mat in the field, try to pay attention to yoga while baby goats climb on you, push you over and generally cause a ruckus. $30 (plus small registration fee) per person, per session benefits OASIS tlc. Reservations required.

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Upcoming dates include: 5/4, 5/14, 5/25, 6/4, 6/8, 6/26 and many more dates.

Navarumsunk Auxiliary Spring Luncheon & Fashion Show MAY 8 AT 11:00 AM

Branches, West Long Branch To benefit Family & Children’s Service (FCS), special shopping boutique, chance auction and fashion show featuring the latest spring designs and trends courtesty of Le Papillion in Rumson. Tickets are $60 per person. For tickets, call 732.222.9111 or email developmentinfo@fcsmonmouth. org, or visit fcsmonmouth.org.

Run the Hook 5K/10K MAY 12

Sandy Hook National Park Over 2,000+ participants expected. A portion of the proceeds to benefit Clean Ocean Acton, this race challenges runners and walkers of all abilities. To register, visit runthehooknj.com.

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MAY 16 – DOORS OPEN AT 7:00 PM, SHOW STARTS AT 8:00 PM

Brookdale Community College, Lincroft Featuring Erica Spera, Anthony DeVito, Jon Fisch and Charles McBee – all having appeared on Gotham Comedy Live, NY Comedy Club, Caroline’s, CBS The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Comedy Central. Tickets are $65 per person. For tickets, visit stephysplace.org.

Delicious Orchards Tractor Pull MAY 18 FROM 11:00 AM TO 2:00 PM

Delicious Orchards, Colts Neck Put together a team or just come as a spectator. Teams will pull a tractor (yes, you read that right!) all for children with cancer. Event to benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation, family-friendly activities and games. To create a team or to donate, visit ashleylaurenfoudnation. org.

Summer Celebration Kickoff to Summer JUNE 10 FROM 5:30 TO 9:00 PM

Fort Hancock, Sandy Hook Networking, exquisite food, live music, spectacular sunset over the bay hosted

by The Jersey Shore Partnership. Event to honor Montecalvo Family of Companies, Senator Joseph and Susan Kyrillos, PNC Bank and Weeks Marine, Inc. Tickets are $120, includes food, wine & beer. For tickets, visit jerseyshorepartnership.com.

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Knollwood School in Fair Haven Creates New Debate Team FAIR HAVEN’S KNOLLWOOD SCHOOL has recently launched a new Debate Team for Grades 6-8, now participating in debate matches with other middle schools through the Jersey Shore Debate League, part of the English-Speaking Union, an educational organization that seeks to provide educational and cultural opportunities.

The Debate Team was conceptualized by Knollwood students Jake D’Angelo and Molly Patten in 2018, through the annual 7th Grade Grant Program competition sponsored by the Fair Haven Education Foundation.

“These students are a dedicated and courageous group. The skills they are learning will serve them well in the future,” says Debate Team Supervisor Gabrielle Illiano. “Heckling at these debates is encouraged, so it is not enough

to know your research. Students also must address interruptions, remain focused, poised, and convincing. Our team engages in practice debates so that we can identify holes in the arguments and work on speaking skills.”

Current members of the Knollwood team are Eileen Bergin, Caroline Bergin, Sarah Grace Butler, Jake D’Angelo (8), Scarlett Hoagland, Sal Iorio, Lucia Panteleo, and Elizabeth Rodriguez.

The Knollwood Debate Team meets once a week to research the challenging topics they will debate. At the February 23 debate at Bolger Middle School in Keansburg, the Knollwood team earned a first place tournament award trophy and a second place school trophy.

The next debate will take place on April 13 at Ranney School in Tinton Falls.

Knollwood Debate Team Members at Keansburg Tournament on February 23. Left to right: Sal Iorio (Grade 6), Jake D’Angelo (8), Scarlett Hoagland (8), Elizabeth Rodriguez (8) and Lucia Panteleo (8).

Book Lover’s Ball at Point Road School ON FEBRUARY 22, Point Road School in Little Silver hosted more than 300 parents and students at its 8th annual Book Lover’s Ball, a celebration of reading and the kick-off to its Scholastic Book Fair week. Students and staff dressed as their favorite characters including Harry Potter, Alice and the Queen of Hearts, The Man in the Yellow Hat, Rainbow Fish, Dog Man, and many more. Evening highlights included visits to the book fair, dancing as the DJ spun tunes, a costume parade, and listening to stories from special guest readers including Patrolman Steve Scherer of the LSPD and parent and Little Silver volunteer firefighter Louis Zelekovic. Many thanks go to the LS PTO, the administration, and especially the Little Silver Education Association for making the night possible.

Holy Cross School Fifth Grader Wins NJNG Contest EACH YEAR, New Jersey Natural Gas’s Conserve to Preserve® program challenges students to practice energy conservation and to encourage conservation in their communities as part of its Kids and Conservation initiative. Fifth grade students throughout NJNG’s service territory are invited to create posters showing the benefits of conserving energy and/or the consequences of overusing it. The 2018 Monmouth County winner was Holy Cross School fifth grader Nicholas Kounis.

PHOTO - Left to right: Holy Cross School science teacher Mary DeBiasi and Director of Curriculum Alison Mitchell, George Kounis, Nicholas Kounis (winner), Penelope Kounis, Carolyn Cannon, NJNG Lead Customer Relations Coordinator, and Tom Hayes, NJNG Director of Customer and Community Relations.

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The Job of Being a Parent

A P R I L 25 T H is National Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. What better way is there to show a child the complexity of your profession than inviting them to the office for a grand tour? From going on your commute to attending company meetings to observing your role and contribution, check out the benefits your child can take home with them once they punch out for the day.

A Job Creates Independence While many jobs coincide with our child’s school hours, many kids only have their imagination to rely on when they wonder what you really do at work. Most youngsters can’t comprehend the importance of job security and the survival benefits it provides you and your family. Although these background details like healthcare and paid vacation time are boring concepts to most, they are the forefront necessities to independence. Opening the doors to conversations like these are easy to start when your child has an actual visual of how you lead your life behind the desk.

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Career Choice Encourages Future Leaders

and their children is a great networking tool, conversation starter, and an entry point into the business world. It is On the fourth Thursday in April, mil- also a chance for parents who work far lions of hardworking parents celebrate from home and late hours to take adTake Our Daughters and Sons to Work vantage of this special day to connect Day. The event first got its start in 1992 with their kids without watching the and according to the National Women’s clock.

History Museum, the original program was called Take Our Daughters to Happiness Starts at Home Work Day. Gloria Steinem created the event “to help show girls that being A study published in SAGE journal smart was something to be proud of, “Work, Employment, and Society” found not something to hide, and that their daughters of working mothers might ideas could be heard and had value. By have an advantage in their job search. providing girls with real-life adult role “Adult daughters, but not sons, of emmodels in various professions, the pro- ployed mothers are more likely to be gram sought to show girls that gender employed and, if employed, are more was not a prohibitive factor to their de- likely to hold supervisory responsibility, sired profession.” In 2003, the program work more hours and earn higher inofficially changed its name to National comes than their peers whose mothers Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work were not employed.” This new research is a sigh of relief for those parents who Day. battle with mom guilt for not being physically accessible to their children A Business in Bonding all hours a day. But success isn’t only Showing your offspring the ins and defined by bringing your kids to work outs of your position and industry out of the house. Additionally, the reis a special moment to take advan- search suggested, children of working tage of to feed their curious minds. moms are just as happy in adulthood Introducing them to fellow employees as the children of stay-at-home moms.

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RBR Honors its Top Academic Students and Varsity Letters Recipients Chrampanis, Elliott Colella, Alexa Dandrea, Grace Davidson, Natalie DellaRagione, Jack Drucker, Eleanor Fields, Ava Forbes, Hope Goldsmith, Gabrielle Jamieson, Georgia Landree, Owen Laughlin, Alex Lopez Luna, Elisabeth Maguire, Cara McCarthy, Kevin McCarthy, Ryan McGee, Margaret Mullaney, Cara Ostrowski, Christopher Paolino, William Paterno, Melinda Peters, Molly Sauer, Emily Sullivan, Bridget Thomas.

Three students, Paul Bikker, Maria Fotopoulos, and Brendan Loftus, were recognized as National Merit Program Commended Scholars. Commended Scholars represent the top 2.5% of the 1.5 million students who took the exam. Semifinalists submit applications to be chosen as finalists who earn scholarship money for college. Senior Hannah Gazdus has been selected as a Finalist in the competition and is awaiting to hear about potential scholarships she may be awarded.

AT THE FEBRUARY 6 BOARD MEETING, the Red Bank Regional (RBR) Board of Education was visited by a huge crowd of students and their parents to honor RBR’s top academic superstars including Commended Merit and AP scholars. The Advanced Placement (AP) Scholars were also honored in honorees were given their own varsity letters, a time- honored several categories: RBR tradition, which recognizes students who have consecutively made the high honor roll throughout the previous school • 2018 AP Scholar with Distinction: Hannah Gazdus and Dean Hottmann. These students achieved an average year. score of 3.5 on all AP exams with scores of 3 or higher on 5 exams Six seniors within the varsity letter recipients were recognized for receiving straight As from their freshman through their junior years of high school, and, therefore, the proud recipients • 2018 AP Scholar with Honor: Paul Bikker and Craig Scharmann. These students achieved an average score of of three varsity letters. They were: Amy Gardner, Charlotte 3.25 on all AP exam and scores of 3 or higher on 4 or more Jansky, Page Lootsma, Lauren Marcolus, Kelly O’Donnell, and exams.

Christina Wichmann.

The following students had straight A’s for the entire four • marking periods in their 2017-2018 school year. They were: Seniors: Jack Davis, Hannah Gazdus, Cori Martin, Hannah Nishiura, Nicholas Principe, Julia Schneider. Juniors: Ellie Chrampanis, Grace Conway, Anna Cuozzo, Eric Deykerhoff, Nettie Gaeta, Liva Helt, Julia Kirkpatrick, Alyssa McAvoy, Jack • McCabe, Kiera McCarthy, Elizabeth Norton, Olivia Rogers, Benjamin Smelas, Michael Tobin, Katherine Villaluz, Sam Wasserfall, Kyle Weisman, Kira Dunnican, Tor Haugenes, Tess Hintelmann, Aron Wiener Sophomores: Mathew Blankly, Luke

Recognized for receiving straight A’s from their freshman through their junior years of high school, and, therefore, the proud recipients of three varsity letters.

They are shown with RBR administration. Left to right: RBR Guidance Director Jason Sabino, Lauren Marcolus (back) Page Lootsma, RBR Board President John Garofalo, Charlotte Jansky, RBR Superintendent Dr. Louis Moore, (front row) Amy Gardener and Christina Wichmann.

2018 AP Scholar Award: Aidan Gilmartin, Matthew Izzo, Charlotte Jansky, Page Lootsma, Meghan Murray, Julia Schneider and Tyler Schwinn. These students achieved a score of 3 or higher on 3 or more AP exams.

2018 College Board National Hispanic Recognition Program: Amy Gardner and Liam Landree. These students were invited to apply to this program because they scored in the top 2.5% on their PSAT among all Hispanic and Latino test takers in the RBR region.

RBR’s AP scholars for 2019. Left to right, front row: Matthew Izzo, Julia Schneider, Charlotte Jansky, Hannah Gazdus, Meghan Murray; (back row): Paul Bikker, Dean Hottmann, Page Lootsma, Craig Scharmann. Not pictured are AP scholars Aidan Gilmartin and Tyler Schwinn.

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BEYOND THE BRAND

Paras, Apy & Reiss and the Challenges of Family Law

E A C H M O N T H, CM features Divorce Talk by Peter C. Paras, a shareholder in the Paras, Apy & Reiss (PAR) law firm.

This April, PAR is celebrating its 23rd anniversary of practice in Red Bank.

The founding partners, Peter C. Paras, Patricia (Tricia) E. Apy, and Bonnie M.S. Reiss left successful practices in large law firms in 1996 to create a boutique law firm dedicated solely to the practice of divorce and family law. All three partners recognized that clients in divorce cases experience strong emotions and upheaval and consequently rely on their lawyers more than in other areas of the law. With large firm bureaucracy eliminated, PAR offers more personal and effective service. PAR now has five attorneys specializing in divorce and family matters and a loyal longtime support staff. Here is an excerpt of their take on the state of family law and the dynamics behind PAR’s success.

What is the secret to your longevity?

B O N N I E : Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

quotes her mother-in-law as saying, “Sometimes it makes sense to be a little bit deaf.” While I use that quote a

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little bit in jest, the point is that all of us have good days and bad days. If someone is having a bad day and says something that stings, you can’t take it to heart. You have to decide what issues are most important to stand your ground on. Once you do that you also have to approach the apparent conflict as a problem to be solved rather than a battle to be won. We have each experienced our own difficult and joyful lifecycle events and we have always been there to support one another in the good times and to help out during the rough times.

P E T E R : The secret is that we all think the other two are great lawyers, we trust each other, and, perhaps most importantly, we like each other. Over the years we’ve had disagreements, as any group of partners would, but we’ve found a way to accommodate each other’s needs and viewpoints, reached a consensus, and moved on.

It really can work if you’re prepared to talk with each other. Although the three of us are very different, we share the same priorities: The highest quality of work for our clients, honesty, and our own families. Having the same core values is important.

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Patricia E. Apy

Bonnie M.S. Reiss

T R I C I A : I love telling people that the

three of us have practiced law together based upon a handshake, rather than a multi-page partnership agreement. Ultimately, the only way something like that can work is with the cultivation of trust. After 23 years you get to know someone very well. We share a commitment to excellence in the practice of law, and to one another in doing so. We have a strong work ethic, undoubtedly a product of all of us having been raised by parents of “the greatest generation.” We are all devoted to our families. Ultimately, we are members of the “Ask Not..” generation and believe that we have an obligation to improve the world, impact on the provision of justice and give back to the community as a whole.

What is an unusual or memorable case among the many you have handled?

T R I C I A : I practice International Family

Law. Most people have trouble picturing what that means, until I mention my representation of local father, David Goldman, in his successful efforts to repatriate his abducted son

from Brazil. Because that case was extraordinarily complicated, emotional, and litigated in a global forum in front of the camera, it is filled with stories, which are hard to forget. But my work has taken me around the globe, and given me hundreds of extraordinary moments, heartbreaking as well as exhilarating, I’ve been extremely fortunate.

B O N N I E : It’s hard to choose one. I served as a guardian for a child in a case where the parties got married very young. They moved away from friends and family and the wife had a child very quickly after a difficult pregnancy with a cancer scare. She was having difficulty functioning and after court wrangling, was given very limited time with her child. I met with both parents and got them talking. They started to understand the other better. They now share custody and have been able to work together to make important decisions for their beautiful little boy. In another, I was retained to represent a mother who had shared custody equally with her wealthy husband. He gave their daughter a wonderful life during his time with her and paid substantial child support. He died suddenly without maintaining the life insurance he was required to maintain in the divorce agreement. The judge required the estate to provide the life insurance amount to the mom in a trust that she controlled for the child, doubled the child support and required the estate to pay the costs of the litigation.

P E T E R : People going through divorce often do the oddest things. I’ve written about some in this month’s Divorce Talk: Wait! What? I wrote about others in Divorce Talk: Did They Really Do That? in the November 2014 issue of CM. I think you’ll find them amusing at first, but sad after you have a chance to think about them.

Each of you enthusiastically mentioned the talent and loyalty of the associates, paralegals, secretaries and “jack- of-all trades” bookkeeper as advantages to your clients. What other advantages do clients have at a firm of your size?

P E T E R : The three of us, collectively, have more than one hundred years’ experience just in family law. The second advantage is that we only practice family law. We’re not dabblers. We are focused, and have only been focused, on family law.

T R I C I A : What makes us different is our ability to hear our clients, see them at this time of transition in their lives, and work toward having an individualized approach to addressing the problems they are experiencing.

B O N N I E : We have the combination of a lot of experience with different types of family law cases- which involve many other areas of the law- with a small team. We address different types of business issues in distributing income and valuing businesses, psychological issues in custody and visitation disputes, battered women’s syndrome, international issues, cyber security, estate issues where a parent has died without meeting obligations.

Our clients get that benefit without being handed off from one lawyer to another.

Do you have a particular specialty?

T R I C I A : My practice tends to focus on complicated international and interstate family and divorce matters, particularly those that involve children and child custody.

B O N N I E : I have developed a practice in Private Dispute Resolution (also Alternate Dispute Resolution) which is comprised of mediation, arbitration and collaborative divorce. This allows people to resolve their issues outside of court and avoid the wait, and embarrassment of airing difficult issues in public. It also lets people come to agreements that a judge may not have the legal authority to order. When people reach agreements using these processes they are much more likely to hold up over the long term, and if for some reason they stop working down the road we can get back together and address the specific issue efficiently and less expensively. I have also been doing quite a bit of work serving as a guardian for children in custody disputes.

PETER:

My

practice

focuses

on

litigation. I’ve tried several hundred cases over my career. Primarily my cases involve custody and other parenting issues and complex financial divorces, although I also handle less acrimonious and less complex cases as well. No matter what the case is about or how simple or complicated it is, we try to reach a settlement through negotiation and compromise as a first resort. Trial is a last resort.

What changes in the field have you observed in the past 23 years?

P E T E R : The most significant change in our field that I have noticed in the 42 years I’ve practiced family law and in the 23 years of our firm’s existence is not a change in the law. It is a change in attitude. Divorcing couples seem more angry than ever. There is an increasing lack of acceptance that there is another perspective that might be legitimate enough to consider. More people are more angry and less willing to listen than they were years ago.

T R I C I A : I think the most profound change in my practice is the speed with which it is done. I am expected to know the contents of an opinion, rendered by a Court on the other side of the world, in a language I don’t speak or read, within hours of a Judge rendering a decision, while I was asleep seven time zones away. It makes for a very exciting intellectual pursuit.

And Bonnie summed up what makes the partners want to go to work every day.

B O N N I E : Aside from our team and the other things discussed above, people are fascinating and every day is different. This practice allows us to meet new and different people and help them through a difficult time. The best cases are the ones where we know we helped our clients be in a much better place at the end of the process than they were in the beginning. That is pretty gratifying.

Visit par-law.com for videos of the partners and more information on issues facing families.

The information in this article is not intended as legal advice. For legal advice you should consult an attorney.

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