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July. Don’t we all wait for this month each year? Kids are done with school, life seems to slow down a bit, and fireworks and beach days are the top items on many agendas. Living in Monmouth County offers so many opportunities to enjoy the sun and surf, take in a great concert, or just enjoy our own back yards. As we were preparing this issue for you, our readers, we had summer living in mind.

I love our beaches. I’m sure you do, too. It’s one of the many reasons we choose this area to call home. But sometimes the work behind keeping our shores clean and viable goes unnoticed. So as our way of saying thank you for what we anticipate to be another beautiful summer at the Jersey Shore, we at CM are featuring those who work diligently each day of every season to make our summers sparkle and our bodies of water clean.

Our cover story on page 36 introduces you to Cindy Zipf from Clean Ocean Action. She is a woman on a mission, and that mission is to make “our” ocean the cleanest it has ever been. She has worked tirelessly through the years and has had great success. But she reminds us where there is so much more to be done. You’ll also read about Jersey Shore Partnership’s annual summer celebration on page 42 and all that organization is doing for shore protection and beach replenishment.

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VNA Health Group Hosts Festive Beach Ball Kick Off Party

(l to r) Beach Ball Co-Chairmen Nora and Kenny King; Jesse and Maryam Spector; Jill Drummond; Sandy and Vanessa Mulheren; Shawn and Suzanne Rubin.

Committee members, supporters, and friends of Visiting Nurse Association Health Group gathered at Chapel Beach Club in Sea Bright on the evening of June 6 to kick off the summer countdown for its upcoming Beach Ball.

The third edition of this wildly popular seaside celebration fundraiser will take place September 14 at the Beach Club.

Proceeds will provide financial support for VNA’s Children & Family Health Institute serving more than 56,000 vulnerable, at risk patients annually with a broad array of community-based, safety net health programs.

On a beautiful early summer evening, guests sipped Aperol spritzes and nibbled on sliders, mini lobster rolls, and luscious pastries. Against a backdrop of swaying palm trees, veteran Beach Ball co-chairs Jill and Jamie Drummond, Vanessa and Sandy Mulheren and Maryam and Jesse Spector officially welcomed Nora and Kenny King and Suzanne and Shawn Rubin as freshman co-chairs. All led a toast to this year’s honorees, the law firm of Ansell Grimm & Aaron PC, being recognized for the many years of generous support of the VNA Health Group and its programs.

Attendees also raised their glasses in tribute to the 2019 Honorary Chairwomen Debbie Ansell, Mary Ansell, and Madlyn Aaron for their tireless devotion of time and energy to VNA fundraising activities and engaging the community in the mission and vital programs of the organization.

(l to r) Beach Ball Committee Members Tiziana Ziman; Suzanne Veninata; Shannon Trudel; Marlena Redling and Jill Drummond.

VNA Beach Ball is proud to honor the Law Firm of Ansell Grimm and Aaron PC. Pictured left to right: Brian Ansell; Debbie Ansell, Beach Ball Honorary Chairwoman; Steven H. Landers, MD, MPH, VNA Health Group President and CEO; Richard Ansell; Mary Ansell, Beach Ball Honorary Chairwoman; and Mitchell Ansell.

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Anticipation is high for the third Beach Ball, which will be taking place on Saturday, September 14, 6:30 pm at Chapel Beach Club in Sea Bright. Previous Beach Balls held in 2017 and 2018 attracted 600 guests and cumulatively raised more than $800,000. “Having taken a year off and going to an “every other year” schedule for the Beach Ball has definitely created buzz for unique and fun event! The VNA is incredibly grateful for the support of the volunteers, Ansell Grimm & Aaron, our Honorary Chairs as well as sponsors and attendees. We look forward to seeing old and new faces at the 'Best Party of the Year' to help us meet and exceed our goal of raising $400,000,” said Lynn Spector, Chairman of the VNA Foundation Board. The casual seaside evening will feature dancing to the music of Juke Box Criminals and an eclectic array of Jersey Shore-inspired fare, from mouth-watering barbeque to popular food truck selections. Revelers can bid on enticing silent and live auction items from luxury accessories to exciting experience packages and then sit back and gaze at the stars while toasting s’mores by the fire pit.

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The Monmouth Film Festival returns to the Two River Theater in Red Bank beginning on August 8th and running through August 11th. This year’s event features a full program of more than 100 films, expert panels, celebrity guests, musical entertainment, and a red carpet reception and networking event. Here’s the breakdown: AUGUST 8TH The festival kicks off with a Sinatra Meets the Monmouth Film Festival fundraising event. Renowned Sinatra performer Michael Martocci takes the stage with his 18-piece swing orchestra to sing all of your Frank Sinatra favorites. He’ll be joined by special celebrity guests throughout the evening (you’ll have to be there to see who!) and the show will be emceed by New Jersey 101.5’s Bill Spadea. Select premium orchestra seating includes the opening night celebrity reception as well.

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AUGUST 10TH Featured screenings include some of our many New Jersey premieres: Olympic Dreams, a romantic comedy starring Nick Kroll (Sausage Party, Big Mouth, Parks & Recreation) and Alexi Pappas - in the Olympic Athlete Village, a young cross-country skier bonds with a volunteer doctor after her competition ends; Burning Cane, a drama directed by 19-year-old Phillip Youmans starring Wendell Pierce (The Wire, Selma, Treme) - amongst the cane fields of rural Louisiana, an aging mother struggles between her religious convictions and the love of her son; and 17 Blocks, a powerful documentary directed by Davy Rothbart using two decades of intimate home video to tell the story of the Sanford family of Washington, DC, whose struggles with addiction and gun violence eventually lead to a journey of love, loss, and acceptance.

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AUGUST 11TH A full evening of screenings including our NJ Veterans Film Block. Features this night include the NJ Premiere of The Field Afar: The Life of Fr. Vincent Capodanno - a documentary about a Catholic Priest who received the Medal of Honor for his valor as a chaplain to the Marine Corps during some of the most harrowing battles of the Vietnam War. Directed by Tim Moriarty (House of Cards, Luke Cage, Blue Bloods) and Jake Ehrlich.

Short films tonight include the New Jersey Premiere of Vietnam Aftermath, a documentary produced in partnership with the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Memorial, directed by Holmdel native Tom Phillips, which deals with the experience of Vietnam veterans after they returned home and the struggles that many of them still deal with today. Other short films with a NJ connection include Come Here Often?, a bittersweet and charming film about a chance encounter of a man and a woman in a park that might not be a chance encounter after all, directed by Atlantic Highland’s Michael Boylan; ROCKS! The Musical, a hilarious, pun-filled animated musical about a lonely rock who learns not to take his life for granite (pun intended); Still Plays With Trains, a documentary

by Academy Award-winning director, cinematographer and producer Ross Kauffman (Born into Brothels, In a Dream, E-Team) the film captures one man’s passion to share the joy of childhood by recreating his 10th birthday with a 3000 square foot replica of the old Lackawanna Railroad in his basement.

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A bigger and better Red Bank Classic returned to downtown Red Bank on June 15 to raise support for youth programs at the Red Bank Family YMCA and Department of Parks and Recreation.

More than 1,500 runners and walkers of all ages gathered in downtown Red Bank to compete in the second annual Red Bank Classic, organized by the Red Bank Business Alliance and Red Bank RiverCenter.

This year’s community event featured a 5K road race through the streets of Red Bank and a fun run for children on Broad Street.

Afterward, runners and walkers gathered at Marine Park for a host of healthy activities and refreshments from 33 vendors. A post-party at Red Rock Tap+Grill, topped off the day.

Mayor Pasquale “Pat” Menna welcomed runners and walkers to Red Bank and gave the countdown to start the race. The U.S.

Marine Corps. Forces Reserve Combat Logistics Battalion, 4th Marine Logistics Group from Red Bank, served as color guard, and Frances Forte, 15, of Rumson, sang the national anthem.

First over the finish line was Dave Favortino, a 31-year-old from Galloway Township, who ran the 3.1mile course in 16 minutes, 17 seconds; followed by Paul Jacobson, 16, of Staten Island in 17 minutes; and in third place was Red Bank’s own Meza Soriano, 35, in 17 minutes and 21 seconds.

Surprise first female finisher was 8-year-old Ava Johnson, a third grader from Haddonfield, who posted a time of 18 minutes and 38 seconds. Coming in second for the women was Kiera Russo, 38, of Tinton Falls with a time of 18 minutes and 50 seconds, and in third place was Katie Desiere, 31, of Ocean Township, who finished in 19 minutes and 18 seconds.

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The spirited “Run for Tania” Team cheered on one of the race’s organizers, Tania Lisitski, who is recovering from cancer.

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First female across the finish line was 8-year-old Ava Johnson of Haddonfield.

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Eighty teams competed in the 5K. In first place was the Shore Area Running Club; second place went to Red Bank Eye; and in third place was Orange Theory Fitness.

“It was a well-paced, very well-organized race,” said top finisher Favortino, who described the course that winded through Red Bank as “challenging,” especially the climb up Tower Hill.

In addition to the perfect weather, James Scavone, executive director of RiverCenter, attributed the event’s success to the collaborative efforts of the business community, the borough and over 60 volunteers.

Gold sponsors of the 5K were: Two River Community Bank, Chill Rx Cryotherapy and Red Rock Tap & Grill.

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Running for the YMCA (L to R): Pam Hearn, who captured 2nd place in her age group, Jennifer Dunn and Maureen Simons.

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The Shore River Dogs, a parent run travel baseball team, will descend upon Cooperstown, NY this summer to play in a week-long tournament against teams from all over the United States. Since they’ve started playing together in 2016, the team has achieved tremendous success. Most recently, the River Dogs won their third USABL tournament on Memorial Day to go along with a league championship and two other finals appearances. This marks the 4th straight year that the team has played together.

The opportunity to go and compete at Cooperstown All Star Village is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. “Since we started the program, our plan has always been to compete in Cooperstown,” said manager Wayne Stock. “The excitement of playing on a professionally groomed field, in a stadium setting, has the boys totally excited.” The tournament is only for teams who are 12u (Players born after April 30, 2006). In addition to the games, the boys will have access to a tremendous secured facility that is only open to players and coaches. There’s also the famous pin trading program that has become a great tradition at Cooperstown. In addition, the week comes with a private tour of the Baseball Hall Of Fame.

The memories made at Cooperstown are priceless.

“At this age many of the competitive teams are run by baseball academies,” says Stock. “We are fortunate to be able to compete at a high level as a parent run, non-profit organization thanks to the tremendous support of our families, coaches and the dedication of the players. It has been amazing to watch these boys grow up into young men. While focusing on competitiveness, our coaches have always stressed the importance of sportsmanship and humility. I’m just so excited for everyone involved, that they will get this experience this summer.”

It’s a very expensive week for sure, but thanks to the generous support from our corporate sponsors as well as from families and friends, we were are able to achieve that goal. The River Dogs would like to thank Athletes’ Alley, Circle Hyundai, Edgagement, Bricks 4 Kids & Stock Environmental for all of their help.

Ribbon cutting on the new toddler playground (l to r) - Senator Declan O’Scanlon, Councilwoman Jacquie Rice, Volunteer of the Year Tina Iglesias-Stanley, Mayor Ben Lucarelli, Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso, Recreation Director DJ Breckenridge and Recreation Committee Chair Mark Mancuso. Photo Credit: RT Breckenridge

Fair Haven Day

By Susan Murphy | Photos: Cathy Padilla

The Borough of Fair Haven held its annual Fair Haven Day on June 15 at Fair Haven Fields. More than 4,000 people of all ages came out to enjoy this highlyanticipated annual event.

Susan Sorensen chaired the event along with co-chair Jacquie Rice. Members of the committee who helped plan Fair Haven Day included Councilwomen Betsy Koch and Jacquie Rice, Marie Noglows, Lauren Porter, Mary Friedman, Nicole Rice, Mark Mancuso, Michael Borneo, Adam Ludman, Allyson Cinquegrana, and DJ Breckenridge. This year’s top sponsor was Booskerdoo.

“Every year this great committee, The Fair Haven Day Committee along with The Foundation, work all year for this amazing community event. They are the best of the best. We would all like to thank the volunteers and our generous sponsors, especially Booskerdoo.

We hope to see you all at Oktoberefest on September 14,” said Sorensen.

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Standing in front of the Culligan water truck are The Eberhard Family who donated the water and misting station for Fair Haven Day. Photo Credit: RT Breckenridge

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The Junior League of Monmouth County (JLMC) held its annual dinner on June 11 at The Molly Pitcher Inn in Red Bank. More than 75 active and sustaining members attended the event. JLMC outgoing President Heather Viola Levering explained that the annual dinner capped off the year-long celebration of the league’s 80th anniversary.

The year was spent connecting with the history of the League and the achievements of its members, past and present.

During the dinner, the Outstanding Leaguer award was presented to Lisa Walsh. The award is presented annually to a member who has given extraordinary and continuous service to the League and her community over a period of years. In addition to the Outstanding Leaguer award, President’s awards were presented to Courtney McNeese, Natalie Carpentier, and Christine Mendl.

Left to right: Patrick Walsh, stands beside his mother, JLMC Outstanding Leaguer Lisa Walsh, with daughter Claire and husband, Pat Walsh.

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As outgoing President of JLMC, Heather shared this, “The 80th anniversary of the JLMC was another truly inspiring year, in which we continued to fulfill our mission to develop the potential of women to become civic leaders and to positively impact the community. At annual dinner, we recognized the achievements of the League and our members over the year. It was a privilege to pass the gavel to incoming President Lori Hohentleitner and welcome the incoming Board.” On July 1st, Lori Hohenleitner began her term as the 2019/2020 President of JLMC.

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Officials Break Ground on MAST Naval Science Buildings Former Fort Hancock barracks to serve as drill center for cadets

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of Science and Technology) administration, Navy and National Park Service for a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of reconstruction of the former Fort Hancock barracks located on Sandy Hook.

“The four years of planning, negotiations and discussions have finally paid off,” said Freeholder Lillian G. Burry, who leads this renovation project and serves on the Fort Hancock 21st Century Federal Advisory Committee. “Through the cooperative efforts between the Board of Chosen Freeholders, Vocational School District, NJROTC and Gateway National Recreation Area, reconstruction of the 19th century, historical structures will commence and nurture the growth of 21st century teenagers and generations of cadets to come.”

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Naval Science Building 56, the smaller building, will house storage space for more than $1 million worth of Navy uniforms and equipment. Building 23 will hold classrooms, a gymnasium, showers and other facilities for the cadets. Both buildings are anticipated to open in September 2021.

“There is already such rich history here at Fort Hancock as it once fortified and accommodated our courageous United States Army,” said Freeholder Burry. “I am so pleased that our collaborative, reconstruction project will continue to write history.”

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What happens when the higher earning spouse is suddenly laid off or becomes the victim of a corporate merger or is otherwise terminated for reasons beyond his or her control? A family, which based its lifestyle on a certain level of income, can suddenly be thrust into turmoil.

Mortgage and car payments, manageable before the job loss, can become daunting obligations. What about the child who is halfway through college at an expensive university? Medical insurance, tutoring for a struggling high school student, or even basic necessities, in some cases, can become seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

Obtaining a new position at the same income level in a short amount of time is not guaranteed. Depending on the industry and the person’s age, that may be an unrealistic expectation. In fact, it may, in some cases, be an impossibility.

During these crises it is important to remember that the job loss is not just the terminated spouse’s problem. It is the

entire family’s problem – just as it is in an intact family. The loss of a lucrative position affects every family member and is best addressed through cooperation and a mutually candid exploration of each party’s (and the children’s) financial needs in an effort to fairly allocate available resources.

A good faith job search and a realistic assessment of the job market are also essential ingredients in dealing with such a problem. Is a position at the same level as the one that was lost realistically in the cards? Or does the terminated spouse and, indeed, the entire family, have to consider a long term reduction in lifestyle?

These questions are better addressed through cooperation. Anger, mistrust, and animosity contribute to the problem, not the solution. The more transparent and collaborative the spouses can be in assessing the numerous consequences and components of a job loss, the better the chances are that they will find a

livable solution.

Spouses may have to consider a series of temporary resolutions given the uncertainty that lies ahead. Reassessment and renegotiation, although generally not preferable, may be the best you can do when the employment future is unknown. A sliding scale for support, linked to future earnings levels, may make sense in some cases.

The point is that in these situations the risk the future presents are shared risks.

They aren’t just one spouse’s risks. And as such, banging heads in court, isn’t likely to yield the most creative solutions.

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Who is Fair Haven Native Roey Hadar?

If we phrase our headline in the form of a question it may give you a hint where you’ll be seeing Rumson Country Day School and Ranney alum Roey Hadar this month. Set your DVR to watch Jeopardy! on July 17 as a son of Monmouth County competes on the long-running game show.

“It was an honor to be on the program,” said Roey. “I had watched the show for years growing up and always thought it would be really cool to actually be on it. I had played quiz bowl for years in both high school and college and it’s effectively practice for Jeopardy! You have to answer questions about often-arcane knowledge by ringing in with a buzzer and it attracts the kind of people who want to be on the show. I always felt I had a bit of a mind for the game-- I would always write the ‘fact of the day’ on the board of my homeroom in school--and tried out a few times. It took a couple of tries but I heard back when I took the test on a whim more than two years ago.”

Roey, who currently lives in Arlington, Virginia and works as a journalist for the PBS show Washington Week, auditioned in

July of 2017 and was told he may be called in the following 18 months. Months after the time frame ended he got a call asking him to come to Los Angeles and be on the show.

“Being on the show itself was surreal,” shared Roey. “It felt as if the game had come alive in my living room. I always would watch and call out responses as the clues popped up on my screen but to actually have to pick the clues and play with a buzzer was a new experience. I know that both before I went on and even during it, I felt at once both really nervous and really excited. I was having a blast actually playing the game but could feel the pressure of not doing something overly embarrassing on TV. I actually blanked on most of the game and I’ll learn a lot about it when I see it air.”

Having met host Alex Trebek once before when he represented New Jersey as the state bee champion at the National Geographic Bee, Roey said his interaction this time was limited.

“Alex is kept away from chatting with contestants too much to avoid any perceived conflict of interest or challenge to the objectivity of the game,” said Roey.

“He comes out, hosts the game for you and leaves. I did get to chat with him briefly when I shared my anecdote and also at the end of the show in the conversation you

see as the credits roll, but other than that, that’s about it. He did take questions from the audience during breaks in the show, however, and was quite friendly and welcoming there. He updated us on his cancer recovery (he said he would feel tired at the end of the day but that he was still in good spirits) and also showed pictures of himself still doing DIY work in his house.”

A graduate of both Georgetown University and Columbia Journalism School, Roey comes home to Fair Haven every year to volunteer with Holiday Express on Christmas Eve. Hopefully this year he’ll have a great story to share about his time on Jeopardy!

The Band of The Two Rivers to Present Outdoor Concerts The Band of The Two Rivers will be performing three outdoor concerts in July.

Wednesday, July 10 7:00 to 8:00 pm Red Bank Library’s rear lawn 84 West Front Street, Red Bank Wednesday, July 17 7:00 to 8:00 pm Colts Neck Concert in the Park Town Hall pond side, 124 Cedar Drive, Colts Neck Wednesday, July 24 7:00 to 8:00 pm Fair Haven Dock Concert North end of Fair Haven Road, Fair Haven

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The Band of the Two Rivers is a 501(c)3 non-profit community concert band in central New Jersey. The Band was founded in 1997 by its Conductor Don Swinchoski. The Band’s Assistant Conductor is Mel Chayette. Mr. Swinchoski emigrated from Massachusetts and instantly filled a musical void in the county for amateur and professional musicians. That void became wonderful sound. The band averages 25-30 players, and welcomes newcomers and visitors to sit in for rehearsals. The band attracts musicians of all ages, from high school students to senior citizens. The harmonies, syncopations, and marching tempos of the wide variety of music the band plays will lift everyone’s spirit. The band’s motto is “Music is Motivation and a Lifelong Learning Experience!”

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The Emerging Leadership Board, pictured (back row, left to right): Roberto Muñiz, Jr., Event Co-Chair (Manasquan); Richard J. Fitzsimmons (Brielle); Kyle Fannan (Red Bank); Matthew Amitrano, Board Chair (New York); Cara Gallagher (Fair Haven); Tyler Brewington (Oceanport). (Front row, left to right): Frank Garofalo (New York); Richard Caldwell, Board Vice Chair (Manasquan); Courtney Katz (New York); Sarah Stout (New York); Alyssa Spector (New York); Michelle Kirby (Long Branch); Christopher Bernard, Event Co-Chair) (Atlantic Highlands); Jaylynn Peck Slattery (Shrewsbury).

(l to r) Lori Arango (Little Silver); Barbara Vaclavik (Fair Haven); Cara Gallagher, Emerging Leadership Board member (Fair Haven); Alison Peduto (Fair Haven).

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he Emerging Leadership Board (ELB), Visiting Nurse Association Health Group’s (VNAHG) volunteer board of young professionals recently hosted its fourth annual “Summer Soirée” at Proving Ground Waterfront Dining in Highlands. The event was a tremendous success, raising $40,000 in support of the ELB’s commitment to the VNA’s Children and Family Health Institute.

More than 200 guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, live music by Upside NJ, a wine toss and a chance auction, all against the backdrop of beautiful Sandy Hook Bay. The event also provided attendees the opportunity to learn more about the VNA’s community-based health care programs, which serve 56,000 underserved and at-risk families annually. These cost effective, safety net health programs aim to strengthen relationships and build life skills essential to learning, health, social and emotional development, as well as create new pathways out of poverty.

“We are so grateful to all of our sponsors, supporters, attendees and our fellow board members who helped make this event our most successful yet,” shared Christopher Bernard and Roberto Muñiz, Summer Soirée Co-Chairs. “Our goal has been to raise funds for the VNA’s Children and Family Health Institute by engaging our personal and professional networks, helping them to understand the important work the VNA is doing within our communities.”

Formed in 2015 under the guidance of longtime VNAHG Trustee Robert Dibble, the ELB fosters professional growth and development among its members who represent varying professional backgrounds including health care, law, marketing, finance, biotech and human resources. Funds raised by the ELB have contributed to the continued growth of the Children and Family Health Institute including the recent opening of its headquarters based in VNA of Central Jersey’s Freehold Family Health Center.

“As the next generation of business leaders, the Emerging Leadership Board is continually learning about the impact we can have on the Visiting Nurse Association, other nonprofit organizations and the greater community,” said Matthew Amitrano, Emerging Leadership Board Chair.

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(back): Steven H. Landers, MD, MPH, VNA President and CEO (Little Silver). Pictured front row, left to right): Kristine McCoy, MD, MPH, Chair of the Children and Family Health Institute of VNA Health Group (Oceanport); Tina Ong (Shrewsbury); Linda Palumbo, RNC, BSN, Service Coordinator, VNA Health Group (Keyport); Mary Remhoff, RN, MSN, APN, Director of VNA Early Childhood Development and Family Support Programs (Farmingdale)

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Tracey and Jon Stewart’s Hockhockson Farm Foundation announces new program with Lunch Break and Laurino Farms

Left to right: Jon Stewart, Bobby Laurino, Tracey Stewart, Lunch Break Executive Director Gwendolyn O. Love, Lunch Break Director of Operations Armida Caldwell, Lunch Break Board President John Klein and Lunch Break Development and Marketing Assistant Ellen McCarthy (Photo Credit: Hockhockson Farm Foundation)

Hockhockson Farm Foundation, in collaboration with Lunch Break and Laurino Farms, announced the Caring Sharing Agriculture (CSA) program is now accepting donations to give access to fresh produce for Lunch Break families in need.

“One of the single most important things anyone can do for good health is to consume fruits and vegetables daily. We are excited to help make this possible for families who may not otherwise have access to fresh produce.” said Tracey Stewart, founder and president of Hockhockson Farm Foundation.

Up until now, CSA has typically stood for Community Supported Agriculture. When you join a CSA, you are giving local farmers the seed money to begin their crops. In return, you

receive a bounty from their harvest at an incredibly discounted price throughout the growing season.

Hockhockson Farm Foundation has developed an exciting program whereby CSA stands for Caring Sharing Agriculture and gives people the opportunity to donate a share or partial share of Jersey grown fruits and vegetables from Laurino Farms to those in need through Lunch Break in Red Bank, NJ. To donate to the Caring Sharing Agriculture program, visit hockhocksonfarm.org. Please note donations need to be placed by July 10th. For more information, visit hockhocksonfarm.org/programs.

Hit It Out of the Ballpark for Lunch Break!

Lunch Break’s Summer Tournament of Champions Softball Championship will take place during the Annual Community Picnic & Back to School Drive from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm on Saturday, August 17th at Red Bank’s Count Basie Field. It’s the only time of year when softball veterans and rookies have a chance to compete on an even playing field for the most coveted prize of the season - The Lunch Break Softball Tournament Championship Trophy - not to mention the bragging rights, too!

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“Just one word: Plastics…There’s a great future in plastics. Think about it. Will you think about it?”

And so goes the career advice to young Benjamin in The Graduate, 1967. Now, as we sit and enjoy our beaches and our rivers this summer, we should all take time to think about plastics, not as a great future promise, but as a major threat to the health of our water and marine life. Scientists estimate that each year eight million metric tons of plastics make their way into our oceans, the equivalent of 90 aircraft carriers. (National Ocean Service US Dept of Commerce.)

And yet, individuals can make a very real difference. Meet Cindy Zipf, Executive Director and one of the founders of Clean Ocean Action (COA) based on Sandy Hook and soon to be launching a new office in Long Branch. Cindy is an intrepid champion of clean water, waging more than a 35 year battle to eliminate ocean dumping and to clean and protect our ocean and other waterways. Through COA’s Beach Sweeps, legislation support, and education, New Jersey has gone from “The Ocean Dumping Capital of the World” to a clean ocean water destination. But the battle is far from over and there is much more to be done. Cindy speaks about her journey and the ways in which ordinary citizens can make a difference.

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CM: Did you grow up near a beach?

I grew up in Rumson and it was a quick walk to Sea Bright where my life was really spent in the water. My mom told stories that I was always drawn into the ocean. For instance, as an infant when I was crawling in the sand a wave came, scooped me up and took me into the ocean. The next wave rolled me back onto the beach and I was giggling like my mother had never heard before. When I got older, I went to the beach every day. I put the books down and off I went. I really spent my childhood in the ocean, on the beach or exploring the rivers.

CM: Many of us love the beach and want it to be clean, but what was it that sparked your extreme dedication?

When I was in sixth grade everyone went around the room and said what they wanted to be when they grew up. I was the oddball because I wanted to be a marine biologist. My favorite shows were Flipper and the Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau - I wanted to be Jacques “Cousteauette.”

I went to the University of Rhode Island to start my path. (BA in Geography and Marine Affairs) When I was a junior, I became an intern at the National Marine Fisheries Service on Sandy Hook. At the time the federal government had authorized some exploratory oil drilling off Cape May, NJ. One experiment I worked on was watching marine life being exposed to drilling muds, a chemical cocktail used to lubricate the drill bits. Oh my gosh, these animals banged against the tanks trying to get away from the chemicals, and they tried to jump out of the sealed tanks - it was horrible, very disturbing. So that summer I decided I really wanted to protect marine life. I met Dery Bennett who was the Director of the American Littoral Society (ALS). He said to me, “If you ever want to help save the coast, let me know.”

I came aboard and Dery was an incredible mentor. I became an advocate, using my science background to defend the marine environment.

CM: How did COA come about and are you a national organization?

While at ALS, they had the Ocean Dumping Task Force to challenge ocean dump-

ing, which I worked on extensively, and it formed the basis of what would become Clean Ocean Action. That was in 1984 when the New York/New Jersey area was known as the “Ocean Dumping Capital of the World” with eight ocean dumpsites.

At the same time, there were 800 beach closures one summer due to sewage, garbage, and medical waste on beaches.

COA started as a coalition which engaged business and community interests, as well as traditional fish huggers and environmentalists. This was very unique in the day because rarely did garden clubs, realtors, commercial and recreational fishermen, chambers of commerce, and eco folks band together toward a common goal.

When we went into battle to stop ocean dumping, these different voices and perspectives were united. This really helped get the elected officials’ attention. Most importantly, we knew the ocean was a shared resource and COA was, and always will be very non-partisan.

While COA’s focus is exclusive to the ocean off New Jersey and New York, there have been national implications of the positive precedents we have set, laws that were passed, and the impact we’ve made. Even COA’s coalition model is now more the norm.

CM: What has given you particular satisfaction?

Working with different people and groups to tackle and stop eight ocean dumpsites was one of the most joyful and inspiring aspects of COA. We even stopped one site, the hazardous waste incineration site, before it started. Many years ago, people had a very convenient place to dump their waste - the ocean. Over the years, garbage washed-up on the beaches and dead animals too. There were cholera banks, a wood burning site and eventually more industrialized materials (acid waste) and municipal waste (sewage sludge) were dumped. That was the mentality. And these sites were managed by the federal government and sanctioned by the Environmental Protection Agency! Back then the general thinking was, “Here’s a good idea: the ocean’s free, it’s open 365 days a year and it doesn’t scream when you dump into it.” The ocean didn’t have a real CONTINUED >

voice back then and COA became the voice of the ocean. The last of these dumpsites closed in 2000. We began in 1984 - it took 15 years. It seemed like a long time to us, but I’ve been talking to folks who thought it would never end because there was so much money to be made in dumping. Today, people who never knew the history of ocean dumping are shocked and appalled. Therein lies a true victory and joy because it helps to ensure we will never go back to those barbaric ways.

CM: And plastics! What are the ramifications?

We have become very plastic dependant and wasteful. As a result, plastic debris is omni-present in our lives from the atmosphere to the deepest trenches in the ocean. We are the source of all plastic. For example, every time it rains the water washes litter from the streets and sidewalks into storm drains that lead to the waterways and ultimately the ocean. Much litter is also blown into the ocean from the wind. The plastic and other debris are not just on the surface; they literally are in the entire water column.

Every piece of plastic in the ocean breaks into microplastics and becomes smaller and smaller. A study estimates that people are now ingesting 50,000 pieces of microplastics every year, coming from the water or from the air, or on and in our food -- even getting into some fish tissue. In fact, many marine animals are also eating plastic mistaking it for food. They die of starvation because their stomachs are packed with plastic. One example was a juvenile sperm whale in Europe who struggled and eventually died so emaciated, he looked like a giant flattened plastic bag on the beach. Sixty four pounds of plastic were found in his stomach.

At least we can bear witness to this when sea life washes-up on the beach. I don’t know how many millions of marine animals are dying every year that we don’t see. There is no way we can blame plastics on anything else except “we the people.” And it’s “we the people” who must solve this problem.

CM: In the 35 years of COA, what changes have you observed in the waterways’ conditions?

It is a mixed bag. On the one hand, ocean water quality has vastly improved. When

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we started there was an area known as the “dead sea” because it was just thick with sewage sludge and industrial waste. That area has recovered. Marine life is certainly coming back and garbage washups or beach closings due to raw sewage are rare. We’ve gone from being the nation’s laughingstock to a premier international coastal tourism destination. We depend so much on the ocean--the oxygen we breathe, the $32 billion tourism industry, and fishing. They are all gifts the ocean provides for free. All she asks is that we keep her healthy. On the other hand, the ocean is in crisis from climate change caused by the use of fossil fuels, including plastics production, by the way. Many know climate change causes sea level rise, but it also causes ocean acidification that is changing the pH of the ocean which can kill plankton that provides us with life-supporting oxygen. As for our other waterways, they are becoming more polluted from runoff and old sewer systems. In recent years we’ve heard people have become sick by falling into the Navesink River, and an area was downgraded. In response, COA started Rally for the Navesink, and is tracking and reducing "poo"-llution. We are also using this program as a model for other waterways.

CM: What is the greatest challenge for COA? Keeping people aware of the enormous effort, year round vigilance, and resources it requires in order to keep the ocean clean. If COA was to close up shop, as they say, the ocean and waterways that lead to it would revert very quickly back to being polluted.

Most kids today have never heard of ocean dumping. They're starting from, “The ocean is always clean when I go to it.” Well, it’s always clean because we worked really hard to get it that way! Schools need to keep teaching how important the environment is and peoples’ role in protecting it, especially from climate change and plastics. I’ve talked to teenagers who are despondent about the environment and they don't know what to do. That's not healthy. They all have the power to do something and I really want to empower youth to take on these challenges and see that they can make a difference.

Despair, or ignoring the problem, or hoping it goes away are not healthy responses. Nature can heal if we give her a chance.

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Fun Facts

350 species of birds and 300 species of fish depend on NJ’s coast and ocean 5 species of sea turtles enjoy the Jersey shore. Only 7 species of sea turtles exist in the world.

Beach Sweeps by the Numbers since 1985: •

6,742,941 pieces of trash removed

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133,390 volunteers donated 800,340 hours

Beach Sweeps in just 2018: •

81.77% of debris was plastic

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5,470 balloons collected--a record amount

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$751,662 value of volunteer time

Impact: COA’s Beach Sweep data was used to: •

help pass a statewide smoking ban on New Jersey’s beaches

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fix the state-wide Bag Fee Bill

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support 28 (and counting) municipalities banning single use products

For information on how you can help, contact cleanoceanaction.org or call 732.872.0111.

Note: Clean Ocean Action does not canvas door to door, and is not Clean Water Action.

Below: Clean Ocean Action has a dedicated crew who help keep our ocean and waterways clean. Left to right: Spencer Munson, Program and Resource Coordinator; Allie Meyerhoff, Marketing and Communications Coordinator; Alison McCarthy, Coastal Watershed Protection Coordinator; Cindy Zipf, Executive Director; Kendall Keelen, Policy Fellow; Peter Blair, Policy Attorney; Mary-Beth Thompson, Chief Operating Officer; Kari Martin, Education Coordinator; Swarna Muthukrishnan, PhD, Staff Scientist; and Zack Karvelas, D.W. Bennett Fellow for Coastal Advocacy

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CM: Is there a current fight for the ocean being waged by COA? There are some really big fights going on, but the chronic problems - plastic plague, “poo”llution in the waterways from fecal contamination, fertilizer - those are the greatest challenges right now in addition to climate change.

There are also site specific issues. Currently, a private company has proposed a pipeline off the Raritan Bay and into Sandy Hook and our ocean. The company admits it would resuspend about a million tons of toxic mud into the water column and would spill nearly 700,000 gallons of drilling mud into the water. It also would result in a horrifying amount of air pollution.

The project is allegedly to deliver natural gas to New York but an independent study found New York doesn’t need the pipeline. New York and New Jersey oppose the project and denied the permits, but there is a loophole and the company has reapplied. The pipeline must be stopped. There is no benefit to our state.

CM: What message would you like world leaders to hear and understand?

Treat the ocean like your life depended on it - because it does. I can’t emphasize enough that one can deny a problem exists, but that doesn’t change the fact that abuses and negative impacts are happening. The environment truly is the most important element to respect and protect. Without clean water, without

clean air, the planet is not livable.

CM: What impact can ordinary citizens make to help in the cause?

Vote! to have a voice. Of key importance is knowing who is representing you. Engaging in democracy is step one. Knowing who you are voting for and what their position is on the environment should be one of your core principles for life. Also, people may consider making a donation. COA relies largely on donations. I try to remind people to consider what a day at the beach and being able to dive into the clean ocean are worth to them. COA also hosts many Beach Sweeps in which citizens of all ages can participate, and all year round, people can reduce their use of plastics, especially single use!

CM: Are there unusual items recovered on the beach during the Beach Sweeps?

We find the wackiest things on the beach in our clean-ups. We keep a “Roster of the Ridiculous” and find things like voodoo dolls, a photo of Mao Tse Tung and, literally, a kitchen sink. You wonder how these items get out there.

CM: What do you do in your free time; what keeps you positive?

(Cindy’s dedication to COA was more subtly re-

vealed by her need to pause and really wrack her brain about her “free time”.) Hmm, I like to garden...and I am mostly inspired by people stepping up, demonstrating leadership and wanting to help.

CM: Have you seen the next generation “stepping up”?

Yes. One example is a fabulous high school senior who came to us after SuperStorm Sandy.

Students were displaced and the school and teachers in Middletown were perplexed as to how to provide them with a good learning experience and so the school, very innovatively, established a program of internships.

Derek Noah came to interview us and others to see which organization would pass muster with him. He decided on COA, lucky for us.

He was with us for six months and became inspired to work on environmental issues. He now works for Terracycle, one of the most innovative recycling companies in the world, and is still so supportive of our work. He wants to engage young people so he is starting a young professionals board for COA and we couldn't be more thrilled.

CM: Do you have a favorite quote?

I like “A rising tide lifts all boats” because it's really true that everyone benefits when we all work together.

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Fair Haven and Rumson Servicemen Go the Extra Mile for Mental Health Awareness Left to right: Fair Haven Councilman Chris Rodriguez, Ryan Sheftel (Rumson supporter of PBA Local 184), Mason Twining (Fair Haven PD Explorer), Fair Haven Ptl. Lagrotteria (President Fair Haven PBA), Monmouth County Under Sheriff Darryl Breckenridge (and retired Fair Haven Chief), Ptl. Mike Volker (Fair Haven PD), Lieutenant Colonel Al Ponenti (NJ State Police), and Mike Ponenti (Fair Haven PD Explorer).

Out of frame: Joe Denehan (ASAC FBI Newark) and Rob O’Shaughnessy (NJ State Police).

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ocal runners serving the community in various ways carried an extra load when they ran the Ridge Road Run in late-May. Fair Haven Patrolman and PBA Local 184 President William Lagrotteria rallied runners to join him in making the added sacrifice for the cause of mental health awareness by running the full course with backpacks ranging from 25 to 35 pounds.

Ptl. Lagrotteria recruited fellow like-minded members of law enforcement from all levels including the FBI and State, County & Local Police all the way to Fair Haven Police Explorers. Many heads turned and some cheered words of encouragement as the sprawling group of backpack runners tracked along.

When asked about running with the backpack, Patrolman Lagrotteria said, “The backpack itself isn’t significant, it’s the weight inside that is significant to me.

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In Crossfit we do workouts called Hero WODs (Workout of the Day), which are designed after a fallen military or first responder.” He continued, “Some of these workouts require you to wear a weighted vest or backpack (or ruck sack). Again, the idea is to push yourself harder in memory of the those who are not with us. Whenever I do a Hero WOD, or some sort of memorial workout, it’s the person that we are working out for that inspires me. Whenever we are doing one of the workouts, there comes a time where you are physically exhausted and you’ll want to quit, so we have a phrase, ‘Embrace the Hurt.’ I’ll think about the person who we are ‘fighting for’ and that will get me to the end.”

Ptl. Lagrotteria continued, “When I commit to putting my energy and effort toward these events, all I wish to accomplish is that their names never be forgotten. That we remember all the good times we had with them and that their legacies live on forever.”

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The Ridge Road Run is dedicated to shining a light on mental illness and suicide in our community. Students from RFH, RBC, and RBR put school rivalries aside to come together for a second year to make a bold statement that we are one big community. The goal of the annual event is to raise awareness of suicide and to raise money for local prevention programs. In 2018, the race raised $118,000.

As a further nod to one of Patrolman Lagrotteria’s fallen comrades and inspiration, he is busy organizing the 4th Annual Robert Henne Memorial along with CrossFit Five Points. The WOD fitness challenge honoring Fair Haven Ptl. Robert Henne is hosted annually at Borden Stadium located at RFH High School and will take place on July 27th. Individuals and teams are welcomed to compete in a timed cross fit workout.

For more info and registration details, please contact Officer Lags at wlagrotteria34@gmail.com.

Ranney School Graduates Extraordinary Class of 2019 RANNEY SCHOOL’S 95-MEMBER CLASS OF 2019 celebrated its commencement at OceanFirst Bank Center of Monmouth University in West Long Branch on May 23. Next fall, the entire group will head off to attend some of the most prestigious colleges and universities across the country, including Yale, Columbia, Duke, Cornell, Georgetown, Emory, Wake Forest, Villanova, and University of Chicago.

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The class is the largest in school history and represents a diverse group with talents that showcase a wide range of passions. There were 55 seniors who were National Honor Society members, and 19 seniors inducted into Cum Laude Society. There were eight Gold Keys, 12 Silver Keys, and 16 Honorable Mention awards earned by Ranney’s Visual Arts seniors in the Scholastic Art Competition.

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Two seniors were part of Team 3815M, which competed in the Robotics World’s Competition in Lexington, Kentucky (Alex Klatsky of Colts Neck, who will attend the University of Florida, and Jiawen “Kevin” Yu of West Allenhurst, who will attend the University of California, San Diego.) Valedictorian Anna Effenberger of Colts Neck (attending Cornell) won Best in Show at the Congressional Art Competition. The class also raised awareness and supported multiple charitable causes, including George “Scottie” Lewis of Hazlet (attending University of Florida) hosting Hoops for the Homeless and Chris Autino of Rumson (attending Georgetown), who hosted Theresa’s Throwdown, a fundraiser for Joan Dancy & PALS in memory of his mother.

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There were also 11 seniors who are signed to play athletics at the collegiate level after a class that will have names in the record books for years to come. The boys’ basketball team won the Tournament of Champions for the first time in school history, the sailing team was ranked seventh nationally, there were many track records set, and the school had its first-ever collegiate football player signing. (Bryan Antoine of Tinton Falls who will play basketball at Villanova; Luke Arnone of Mantoloking who will be sailing at Yale University; Chris Autino of Rumson who will play football at Georgetown; Mikayla DeSaye of Tinton Falls who will dance at Villanova; Shana Fitzmaurice of Spring Lake who will run track at Emory University; Cameron Giblin who will sail at Tulane University; Ethan Gavin of Shrewsbury who will play baseball at Middlebury College; Matthew Hamelsky of Marlboro who will sail at Boston University; Alex Klatsky of Colts Neck who will play basketball at University of Florida; George “Scottie” Lewis of Hazlet who will play basketball at University of Florida; and Ariana Mangano of Colts Neck who will fence at Columbia.)

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For a complete list of colleges the group will attend, as well as honors and awards, visit ranneyschool.org.

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The Jersey Shore Partnership Foundation, which serves as the fundraising arm and educational outreach support for the Jersey Shore Partnership, hosted its 22nd annual Summer Celebration on June 10 at Fort Hancock, Sandy Hook adjacent to the Bay. The sold-out crowd enjoyed music by Brian Kirk & The Jirks. Jersey Shore Partnership Foundation President Margo Walsh, who is also the Executive Director of the Jersey Shore Partnership explained that the Foundation hosts the Summer Celebration to create greater awareness of the critical need to protect our coastline, the State’s first line of defense from severe storms and to raise revenue to support the Jersey Shore Partnership. She noted that honorees are selected for their

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commitment to shore protection and to growing New Jersey’s business and tourism economy.

This year’s Outstanding Honorees included Bayshore/Montecalvo Family of Companies, Senator Joe and Susan Kyrillos, PNC Bank and Weeks Marine. Leading Corporate Supporters included the Honorees; FirstEnergy Foundation Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company; Investors Bank; John ‘and Robin Klein; New Jersey Business and Industry Association; NJM Insurance Group; New Jersey Resources; Orsted; Suez NA; Unity Construction Group; and Wakefern Food Corporation/ ShopRite.

Volunteers from Jersey Central Power & Light; EPS Corporation; Monmouth County Young Republicans and Young Democrats solicited gift cards from restaurants, managed registration at the event, sold raffle tickets and assisted in the fundraising activities. Members of the Young Republicans and Young Democrats organized a Young Professional Committee and sold tickets to adults from 21 to 35. “The purpose for this was to introduce more young people to the mission of the Partnership as advocates for our coast,” said President Walsh.

This event wouldn’t be possible without: Lusty Lobster, NorthEast Talent Solutions, OceanFirst Bank, NJ Sea Grant Consortium, In the Garden, Two River Community Bank, James

Conroy, Culinary Consultant, 2nd Jetty, Bahrs Landing, Beach Tavern, Brandl & Jakes, Brennan’s Delicatessen; Chilangos; Cups and Cakes; David’s Culinary Delights; Food Circus Supermarkets, Fulfill Culinary, Glenda’s Kitchen; Jacques Exclusive Caterers; McLoones Restaurants, Off the Hook, Point Lobster Co., Proving Ground Waterfront Dining, Saker ShopRite/Dearborn World Class Kitchens and Patisserie, Scarborough Fair, The Boondocks Fishery, The Windmill, Tuzzio’s Italian Cuisine, Atlantic Capes Fisheries Bivalve, Lund’s; Viking Village, Wakefern, Beach Haus Brewery, Farmer Brothers Coffee, Fedway Associates, Freixent Mionetto USA Prosecco, James F.C. Hyde Sorgho Whiskey, Jersey Girl Brewery, Shore Point Beer & Wines, and Tito’s Handmade Vodka.

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RBR VPA Studio Art Teacher Claudia O’Connor (left) with her student Dori Valentine, 16, Shrewsbury

RBR VPA Student Takes Second Place in National Art Competition Last month, Red Bank Regional (RBR) sophomore Dori Valentine of Shrewsbury was notified that she took second place in the BLICK Art Materials National Multi-Media Competition; her piece was selected from over 500 entries. Dori is a studio art major in the RBR Visual & Performing Arts Academy. Last year, her teacher, Claudia O’Connor, had assigned her a multi-media self-portrait as part of her classwork. Ms. O’Connor had also brought the BLICK competition to her class’s attention, as it is mandatory for all RBR VPA studio art majors to enter at least two competitions each school year.

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Dori’s piece placed her graphite pencil self-portrait amid a colorful multi-media background of dried flowers and magazine clippings. Dori states, “In the design, I had my grandmother’s favorite sunflowers, pics of my sports, and a solid blue line representing law enforcement, my career aspiration. So I thought this piece best spoke to the requirements of the contest.” Dori received a medal and gift certificate to purchase art supplies from the BLICK Company.

Julie Davis, the Senior Educational Developer of BLICK Art Materials wrote Dori, “As your work is shared with teachers, students, and leaders across the nation, it is our hope that they will be reminded that art empowers students to accomplish goals, dream big dreams and to reach out to others.”

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RCDS Graduates Class of 2019; Recognizes Graduates with Awards On June 14, The Rumson Country Day School Class of 2019 was celebrated at the annual commencement ceremony on the RCDS lawn. This year, thirty-eight students received their diplomas from Head of School Jayne Geiger and Board of Trustees President John Devlin.

“The Class of 2019 was recognized for their achievements with awards. After the presentation of awards and diplomas, the graduates performed the school song, one last time as a class, to close the evening. The Athletic Department Award, given to the athletes in the graduating class who best exemplify the qualities of athleticism, participation, spirit, and sportsmanship, was given to Paige Cecil and Bryce Devlin. The Blake Award, named after Edgar Bond Blake who served The Rumson Country Day School for 40 years, was given to Angie Getze and Julian Magherini to acknowledge their exemplary service to RCDS. The Swede Joseph Chevalier Memorial Award was presented by Swede’s mother to honor Mallory Aronne and her display of kindness and humility towards fellow students, devotion to growth and originality, and perseverance to goals.

Board of Trustees member, alumnus and current parent Carl Reiss proudly presented The Theodore K. Reiss Memorial Award in memory of his brother Ted Reiss. The Reiss Memorial Award was given to Grace Gibson who best exemplifies the spirit of good sportsmanship in all phases of school life.

Chloe Constantinopoulos was presented with the Highest Scholarship Award, which recognizes the graduate who has attained the highest level of scholarship in the Upper School over the last three years. Julian Magherini was honored as this year’s Second Highest Scholarship Winner. Aidan MacManus received the Trustees Prize which honors the student with the most outstanding qualities of scholarship, sportsmanship, leadership, and character.

RCDS proves an outstanding record of secondary school placement and this year’s graduates are no exception. The Class of 2019 plan to attend the following secondary schools: Blair Academy, Christian Brothers Academy (4), Communications High School, Marine Academy of Science and Technology, Mater Dei Prep, Peddie School (2), Ranney School (2), Red Bank Catholic High School (3), Red Bank Regional High School Finance Program, Red Bank Regional High School - IT Program, Rumson-Fair Haven High School (13), The Hill School (2), The Hun School (2), Trinity Hall (3), Westminster School

RFH Student is Winner of NHS Scholarship Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Senior, Ryan Champeau, was awarded a National Honors Society Scholarship.

Ryan was chosen from more than 11,000 applicants and will receive a scholarship towards higher education. The award is given to NHS members that make a difference in their schools and communities through their scholarship and demonstrate their commitment to the four pillars of the National Honor Society: scholarship, service, leadership, and character. This is the first time a Rumson-Fair Haven student has received this award Ryan was also the winner of the Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship award. The award recognizes high school seniors for their community service, exemplary academic achievement and leadership skills. Ryan was given the award in the Senate Chamber in Trenton and was ecstatic. She stated, “It was such an honor to receive these awards and I could not have done it without the RFH community! It means so much to me knowing that my actions have truly had a positive impact on people and that my hard work has paid off.” Ryan will be attending Princeton this fall.

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Fair Haven Parents & Residents Raise Funds for Schools THE FAIR HAVEN EDUCATION FOUNDATION (FHEF) held its 3rd an-

nual Nicholas Wine Tasting & Buying Event on May 17 at Restaurant Nicholas in Red Bank. All proceeds from the event helped fund the annual 7th Grade Grant Program, as well as funded the purchase of two Tower Gardens for Knollwood

(Grades 4-8) and Sickles School (Grades K-3) to be used in the 2019-2020 school year.

The Fair Haven Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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Fair Haven Education Foundation board members with Knollwood Principal Amy Romano (center). From left to right: Kelly McCann; Kim Kennedy; Amy Romano; Jill Sullivan; and Karen Gyimesi

The Brown family enjoying Chef Nicholas’ selections (left to right) - Melanie Brown; David and Ann Brown; Jason Brown

to enhance the academic experience of Fair Haven children with state-of-theart technology. All money raised by the Foundation funds technology programs and tools for the Fair Haven public schools which are not covered by state programs. FHEF is entirely volunteer led.

More info can be found at FHNJEF.org.

From left to right: Karen and Matt Pyndus; Michelle Plesser; Suzanne Butler; Rachel Kolb; Jarad Plesser; Sandy Pangborn

Left to right: Katie Gay along with incoming PTA President Krystie Larson and husband Chris Larson.

Left to right: Fair Haven Superintendent Sean McNeil and his wife Lisa; Knollwood Principal Amy Romano; Nancy and David Medrow

Thirteen RBR Photo Majors Commended in Ocean County Camera Contest RED BANK REGIONAL (RBR) photo majors recently won accolades for their photo art in the Ocean County Camera Competition. Georgia Landree, Little Silver; Isabella Albarella; Millstone, Julie Glidden, Little Silver; Emily Gannon, Shrewsbury; Stephanie Flores Avina, Bradley Beach; Maya Restifo, Neptune City; Sophia Morales, Shrewsbury; and Jamie Hicks, Shrewsbury will all be going on for a national competition. Honorable mention awards were also given to: Heidi Jacinto, Red Bank; Claire Petrone, Shrewsbury; Sarah Caldwell, Bradley Beach; Sheridan Torres, Little Silver; Chloe Rosen, Little Silver, and Fiona Slattery, Red Bank.

The Ocean County Camera Club represents the local level of nation contest for the Photographic Society of America Contest (PSA). The winners work is displayed in various locations each year.

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275+ Guests Party On at Lunch Break’s Taste of Summer Culinary Extravaganza LUNCH BREAK’S TASTE OF SUMMER Culinary Extravaganza

was the official kickoff of the party season as more than 275 attendees enjoyed the iconic views of the Shrewsbury River and dined on delicious fare at the organization’s third annual foodand-fun festival. The event took place May 14th at The Channel Club, Monmouth Beach. (l to r) From the Community YMCA: Pam Hearn, Chief Development Officer; Laurie Goganzer, President and CEO; and Andrea Plaza, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Development

From left: Lunch Break Board Member David Hinton; Board President John Klein; and Board Member Michael Blechman and wife, Judi

More than 30 area restaurants and eateries offered sumptuous samplings for every palate, along with craft beer, wine and liquor distributors. Guests mingled and enjoyed the riverside view while Lunch Break volunteer Mike Welty of Rummy Joe provided the music.

“Once again, the Taste of Summer Culinary Extravaganza was a night to remember. We were excited to be part of the third

annual summer party, which raised awareness and funds to help Lunch Break in its efforts to provide food, clothing, fellowship and life skills,” said George Chrysanthopoulos, a member of the Lunch Break Board of Trustees and owner of the Beach Tavern and Channel Club Marina in Monmouth Beach.

The Channel Club, as well as the restaurants, eateries and vendors generously donated food, desserts and staff so that 100 percent of ticket sales benefited Lunch Break, which freely provides life’s basic necessities of food, clothing and shelter for the greater Monmouth County community.

Mark your calendar for Lunch Break’s Fall Gala - October 11, 2019 - at the The Sheraton in Eatontown.

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Lunch Break Honors Nine Iconic Influences for Community Commitment and Leadership THE HONORABLE DON BURDEN, The Docs of

Rock, David Hinton, Bonnie Featherstone-Johnson, Danny Murphy, Joyce Quinn, Shirley Parker, Peg Rizzo, and June West were honored for their lifelong commitment to service during a picture-perfect evening on the Navesink River at Lunch Break’s inaugural Iconic Influencers reception. Held on June 4, 2019 at the OceanFirst Bank headquarter’s atrium and adjacent patio overlooking the river in Red Bank, the reception highlighted men and women who have quietly made an indelible impression on the local community.

“We are honored to celebrate these icons of our community and publicly recognize them for their tireless work ethic, generosity, and commitment to giving back,” said Josephine Guttadauro, Iconic Influencer chair. “Together, they have volunteered thousands of hours, have raised millions of dollars, and have been involved with more than 100 nonprofits, including Lunch Break. It is a privilege to work together with these individuals as we fulfill Lunch Break’s mission to freely provide food, clothing, life skills, and fellowship to those in need in Monmouth County and beyond.”

For more information about Lunch Break, visit lunchbreak.org.

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Back row, left to right: Honorees Danny Murphy; the Docs of Rock Dr. Larry Sykoff, Evan Woska, Dr. Scott Woska and Dr. David Lessing; Joyce Quinn; David Hinton. Front row, left to right: Shirley Parker, June West, Peg Rizzo, the Honorable Don Burden and Bonnie FeatherstoneJohnson (Photo Credit: Suzanne Vreeland Photography)

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Running for Rescue team members include (l to r) Jessica Mentzel (teacher), Devon Reid, Taylor Pfrang, Avery Fratto and Alyssa Lucci.

Recently, the Rumson-Fair Haven High School Paws and Claws Club held a “Running for Rescues” Race to benefit the Monmouth County SPCA. The club, represented by members Devon Reid, Taylor Pfrang, Avery Fratto, Alyssa Lucci, and coordinator Jessica Mentzal raised more than $450. Despite adverse conditions and a steady rainfall, students, family, and staff members such as media specialist Justin Langlois were also in attendance. In the one-mile race around the track behind the school, the top male finisher was Sean Corbley and the top female finisher was Devon Reid.

Founder and Director of The Brodie Fund Sally Williams spends time on the porch with her beloved Marlin, who receives chemotherapy treatments for his cancer.

The Brodie Fund Celebrates Three Years of Helping Pets with Cancer

By Susan Murphy The Brodie Fund is an organization that raises money to offer financial assistance, through grants, to qualifying families who have pets diagnosed with cancer. Founder and Director Sally Williams named the

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organization after her beloved cat Brodie, who passed away due to cancer in September 2016.

On June 18, 2019, The Brodie Fund marked its three-year anniversary. Williams shared that on that day they celebrated every grant given, every pet helped, and every family getting the gift of time.

They shared videos, images, and stories all day on social media. “We think all pets fighting cancer are superheroes!” said Williams. She also noted that as of June 2019 The Brodie Fund has given 37 grants to families in need that have cats and dogs diagnosed with cancer. The grants pay for medication, chemotherapy, radiation and surgery along with holistic treatments needed to fight cancer. The grants go directly to the participating hospitals that treat the pets.

Three new grants being offered are The Season of Giving, Brodie Goes Abroad, and Brodie To The Rescue. All three grants are annual and allow The Brodie Fund to help a pet and family outside of their network of hospitals. The Season of Giving is a special grant given during the holiday season. Brodie Goes Abroad allows the organization to help a dog or cat in another country. Lastly, Brodie To The Rescue was started to help a pet diagnosed with cancer living in a shelter or foster home, to help them become more adoptable.

“We hope as we grow that we can expand all three of these grants beyond being annual grants. There will be over 12 million pets diagnosed with cancer in the United States alone, so the need for assistance is great. Since June 2016, we have added new events and expanded our mission. The Brodie Fund’s goal is to not only be a financial resource, but a place of edu-

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cation, support, and hope,” said Williams.

“I think that I get a real sense of the impact when I meet the families with their dogs or cats in person," said Williams.

"Yes, cancer is a scary word, but The Brodie Fund is all about hope. We share hugs, smiles, and sometimes tears. I always say it’s an honor to do what we do. It’s giving the gift of time and that’s an amazing gift. After giving one of the first grants, we received an email that I still read today.

It included these words, ‘I’m at a loss for words. I don’t even know how else to say thank you more sincerely than just ‘thank you’. A few weeks ago I didn’t even know that there would be a possibility to get this done and thanks to the generosity, extreme care and nobility from you and your organization, now my cat has a great chance to be alive longer.’ Moby is still doing well today, 21 months later.”

Another of Williams’ precious felines, Marlin, who is ten years young and a beautiful tabby cat, was diagnosed with Mast Cell cancer nine months ago. Surgery was performed to remove one of the tumors along with a lymph node, and Marlin now gets regular chemotherapy treatments.

Williams shared that in his case, with his type of cancer, the goal is to slow the progression of the disease and get the gift of time. Marlin’s story is shared on Instagram @marlinthebuddhacat to show others that pets can live with cancer and have a good, or in his case, a great quality of life.

On September 8 The Brodie Fund’s Strut Your Mutt will take place at The Boondocks Fishery in Red Bank. It is their annual “not-so-typical” dog show.

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Senior Art Majors Gift Artwork to RBR

Each year the graduating studio art majors of Red Bank Regional’s (RBR) Visual & Performing Arts Academy create a final work together and bequeath it to RBR. Their teacher, Claudia O’Connor, who uses the exercise to simulate a professional job for a business client, assigns the project. Through the years the clients have been various departments of the school and their academies, including the media center. The objective is for the students to visually represent the idea their client envisions regarding the essence of that department or academy. This year’s seniors included: Isabella Ybarra, Red Bank; Katherine Smith, Spring Lake; Hannah Gazdus, Shrewsbury; Tyler Munoz, Little Silver; Amy Gardner, Union Beach; Sophie Navarro, Little Silver; Morgan Sluka, Avon, and Renee Mercereau, Little Silver. Their client was the RBR Superintendent Dr. Louis Moore, who tasked them with the tall order of capturing the essence of the entire RBR school community in the art mural.

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way, especially with the mural needing to represent our school community and mission, and what we hope it represents to our surrounding communities, and of course as well as being representative of the client’s vision," said O'Connor.

"If there was a group of students that I knew could fulfill this task, it was this class of graduating seniors. They are extremely talented, creative, determined and they have a great work ethic.”

Dr. Moore met with the students several times to describe his vision for the piece, which will adorn the front entrance of the school.

“The original theme started around a lighthouse, as RBR is a lighthouse for students to chart their course in life and a beacon to other districts that strive to emulate what we do here," said Dr. Moore. "I also wanted them to depict an earthrise, instead of a sunrise, to indicate our students’ commitment to the earth and world community.”

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the students first arrive at school. Several students of various backgrounds, emphasizing RBR’s diversity, enter the doors. They are also depicted in two sailing vessels. One is leaving the school, exemplifying the graduates who are setting sail into their future after learning their academic foundations at RBR. Another boat approaches the dock to the school symbolizing the new students that arrive each year to start their academic journey, so they can one day set sails as well.

Studio art major Sophie Navarro, one of the students who drew the original sketch explains, “The lighthouse was on the side as a focal point to attract the people, but the focus is on the school out of which the various academies protrude out of the building.”

Symbols are attached to those protrusions-- a camera, ballet slipper, music notes, a painter’s palette representing the VPA majors. A computer and binary code represents the Academy of Information Technology while a $ sign indicates the Academy of Finance.

Catherine Smith of Spring Lake adds.

“We set the building on a beach to incorporate all the other communities that come to the school, like Union Beach, Bradley Beach Avon, etc.…in addition to the sending districts of Little Silver, Shrewsbury, and Red Bank. We set the time at dawn so the light from the lighthouse can still be seen.”

Did these students succeed in their undertaking?

“The proof is in the result," said Dr. Moore. "The mural is beautiful and I think they were able to capture the essence of what the client wanted, it represents our school. We are all very happy with it.”

Five Little Silver Residents Attain Eagle Scout Rank Troop 126 of Little Silver honored five new Eagle Scouts - Richard Kane, Gianni Perfetto, Robert Duncan, Brendan Loftus, & Marc Brewer – who participated in their Court of Honor on June 2. These boys joined Cub Scouts early in grammar school at the age of 7 or 8, and made the journey together through their 18th birthdays. They are among the 4% of Scouts who stayed on the trail and reached the rank of Eagle Scout. Their Eagle Projects included reworking a trail in Little Silver and providing a trail sign (Richard Kane), repairing the garden boxes and replacing the flag pole at St. John’s Church (Gianni Perfetto), building a telescope for the students at Point Road School (Robert Duncan), holding a health and weight-training seminar (Brendan Loftus) and the restoration of a historic barn in Freehold that was in severe disrepair (Marc Brewer).

From left: Eagle Scouts Gianni Perfetto, Richard Kane, Brendan Loftus, Robert Duncan and Marc Brewer

RFH Students Receive Scholarships in World Languages This spring, two Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School students were recognized for their distinguished accomplishments in World Languages.

Nina Gettings, a student in Rebecca Wang McKenna’s Chinese 4 Honors class, received the NSLI-Y merit scholarship. NSLI-Y is a U.S. Department of State program that provides merit-based scholarships for eligible high school students to learn a less commonly taught language in an overseas immersion program. This merit scholarship has an extensive application and rigorous selection process. Fewer than 15% of applicants are selected based on their school academic achievement, teacher recommendation, and language proficiency.

Nina first learned about this scholarship in the Chinese 4 Honors class in October and started the application process right away. After two rounds of essay writing, personal interviews, and academic assessment, she was awarded this incredible opportunity. As a finalist of the NSLI-Y scholarship, Nina went to Washington D.C. on June 26th for a two-day orientation and then spent six weeks (all expenses paid by US Department of State) in Shanghai with a pre-selected host family, attending an immersion language program and participating in other cultural activities.

Emily Grossarth, a student in Senora Christina Gauss’s Spanish 4 Honors class, has been awarded The Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica’s Bertie Green Junior Travel Prize. She will be traveling with a cohort of 24 students from national SHH chapters to Peru from July 13 to 22. They will visit Lima, Cuzco, The Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, and the Uros Islands.

Emily was awarded this prize after a competitive selection process in which she submitted an essay and video recording in Spanish, academic transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and her curriculum vitae. She was inducted into RFH’s Laura Esquivel Chapter of the Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica last spring, one of the 3,000 national and international chapters of the organization. The Sociedad is an honor society for high school students who excel in Spanish, and is sponsored by the AATSP, The American Association for Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese.

Left to right: Chinese teacher Rebecca Wang McKenna, Nina Gettings, Emily Grossarth and Spanish teacher Christina Gauss

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Little Silver Students Visit Parker Homestead For the third year in a row, Point Road's second grade participated in a class field trip to Little Silver’s small historical treasure, The Parker Homestead. Prepared with informative speakers, old artifacts for observation, and hands-on activities… the Parker Homestead never seems to disappoint!

The students engaged in various stations around the grounds coordinated by Point Road’s second grade teachers. At the Parker Homestead house, students listened to stories about Little Silver’s past, and observed objects from Colonial Times. They explored the barn and learned the purposes of old farming equipment. The Sickles Community Garden was visited to observe the garden set up, the aeration from the miner bees, and each student even got to plant a flower in the new Pollinator Garden. The

students found Point Road Principal Dr. Albert-Devine interesting as she shared her wealth of knowledge, and interesting experiences with the students about the life of bees. She even brought live bees for observation, and a jar of her very own honey.

It was a day filled with learning, engagement, and fun at Little Silver’s Parker Homestead!

RBR Students’ Art Work Chosen for Nonprofit Art Journal Thirteen students from Red Bank Regional’s (RBR) Barbara Beckett’s art class had their art selected as ads for the Monmouth Day Care Center (MDCC) Art Journal in this its 50th birthday celebration year. RBR freshman Susanne Lopez, Red Bank, was the grand prize winner for the high

school level with her ad created for Hemphill Associates. The other twelve RBR winners included: Anjali Narang, Little Silver; Penelope Buchanan, Little Silver; Ava Forbes, Little Silver; Remi Ryan, Red Bank; Ellie Colella, Shrewsbury; Felipe Solar Flores, Red Bank; Cecilia Conte, Little Silver; Shelly Vazquez, Red Bank; Catherine Medina, Red Bank, Adrianna Donato, Shrewsbury; Stacy Osorio Perez, Red Bank and Brenna Kilcooley, Little Silver.

The artwork was selected to represent each journal business sponsor.

More than 200 entries were submitted from among eight Monmouth County schools. The student winners and their teachers were recognized at an ice cream social held at the Monmouth Day Care Center on June 11. The art journal is a major fundraiser for the Center.

Pictured are RBR teacher Barbara Beckett with three of her students whose art was selected as part of the Monmouth Day Care Center Art Journal. The students are (left to right): Ellie Colella, Shrewsbury, Grand Prize Winner Susanne Lopez, Red Bank, and Catherine Medina, Red Bank

MDCC Executive Director Heidi Zaentz told the young artists and their parents why the art journal to which they contributed was so important stating, “We are a nonprofit organization where 90% of our students are from struggling families that find it hard to make ends meet. So we subsidize their tuition with fundraisers like this journal.”

Holy Cross School Class of 2019 Accepted to Top Schools with Honors Holy Cross School has a long tradition of academic excellence. Its graduates enjoy placement at the area’s top high schools, many with additional honors. This year, among the graduating class of forty-eight students, fifteen young men will attend Christian Brothers Academy. Of these, three received academic scholarships: Stephen Makin received a De La Salle Scholarship and The Brother Cyril O’Neill FSC Memorial Scholarship for Social Sciences; Quinn Walsh earned a Founders Scholarship; and Christopher Stypa was awarded the The James L. Schwartz ’70 Scholarship for Performing Arts. This graduating class sees eight young ladies off to Trinity Hall, with a Merit Award earned by Paige Jaenicke. Nine students will attend Red Bank

Catholic next year, and three will attend St. John Vianney. Zhuyue (Julie) Jiang, an exchange student from China, was accepted to Ranney School.

Holy Cross graduates will also attend Rumson-Fair Haven, Middletown South, and Shore Regional High Schools.

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EAGLE OAKS RAISES $225,000 FOR HOPE FOR THE WARRIORS Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club hosted its 11th Annual “Honor Day” Military Event in May in support of the courageous men and women in the military. Eagle Oaks Honor Day, a Fleet Week tradition, is held on the Thursday before Memorial Day each year. Raising more than $225,000 through fundraising, a charity golf outing and gala dinner, proceeds benefited Hope for the Warrior, a national non-profit that provides a full cycle of care through its programs to restore self, family, and hope to post-9/11 service members, their families, and families of the fallen across the country.

“We know that freedom is not free,” said Domenic Gatto, Chairman and President of Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club. “It is our privilege and honor to host a well-deserved day of fun and relaxation for these courageous and brave

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men and women who so valiantly and selflessly serve our country. Our members are proud and honored to share their club for the day.”

This year Eagle Oaks hosted 285 active duty service personnel representing all five branches of the military, 185 of whom were US Marine Corps members just returning back from Afghanistan.

Honor Day kicked off with a Black Hawk helicopter landing on the driving range, followed by the All Veterans Group Parachute Team jumping in to the cheers of the crowd on the golf course. Military personnel were treated to a relaxing day in a world class clubhouse, while dining on gourmet food and playing golf on a championship caliber golf course designed by Johnny Miller & Jack Nicklaus.

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Almost 300 students from local schools toured military displays that highlighted various state-of-the-art military technologies.

By providing a venue for hands on interaction and learning, Eagle Oaks Honor Day helps bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application of military technologies.

Children had the opportunity to interact with military personnel and learn about the practical application of the equipment and technologies through hands on experience.

The evening ceremony included an honor roll of Eagle Oaks friends and family before welcoming in military to the cheers of more than 500 invited guests, filling the ballroom dance floor to the background music of Proud To Be An American. Special guest Colonel Joshe Raitz made the keynote speech.

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Red Bank Food & Wine Walk

JULY 21, AUGUST 18, SEPTEMBER 15, & OCTOBER 20

Three hours of top tastings at some of Red Bank’s upscale restaurants and casual eateries. Enjoy the walkable downtown district and explore picturesque Red Bank on the third Sunday of the month while enjoying food and/or beverage samples from participating restaurants, bars & eateries. Tickets: $40. More info, visit redbank.org.

45th Annual Monmouth County Fair

Grown in Monmouth Restaurant Week

JULY 28 THROUGH AUGUST 4

Monmouth County restaurants and eateries are proud to join the inaugural Grown in Monmouth Restaurant Week and will showcase local farmed ingredients. Each participating restaurant will offer at least one special menu item made with Monmouth County grown and harvested items. For more info and participating eateries, visit growninmonmouth.com.

Highlands 25th Annual Clam Festival

AUGUST 1 THROUGH AUGUST 4

A four-day action-packed event featuring the freshest seafood, live entertainment, thrill rides, games, contests, and more. More info, visit highlandsnj.com.

Italian Festival & Wine Tasting

AUGUST 3 FROM 11:00 AM TO 5:00 PM

JULY 24 THROUGH JULY 28

Pizza, Pasta & Wine – it’s the most delicious time of year at Monmouth Park! Listen to live music, visit Italian crafters, and enjoy a day of racing! Stop by one of the bocce courts and have a family-friendly game. More info, visit monmouthpark.com.

37th Annual QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning

AUGUST 4 FROM 11:00 AM TO 5:00 PM

East Freehold Showgrounds, Freehold Enjoy rides, food, 4-H shows & exhibits, pie eating contests, clown parades, photo booths, vendors, and so much more! Admission is $8; children 12 and under enter free. Parking is free.

JULY 26 THROUGH JULY 28

Join the other 100 balloons ascending into the sky and experience “Love at First Flight!” You can take a balloon ride (and go up, up and away) during any of the mass ascensions. Learn more at balloonfestival.com.

Indie Street Film Festival

JULY 26 THROUGH JULY 30

Red Bank Indie Street Film Festival is five days of film, art, discussion, and inspiration. This interactive festival is an engine of discovery for films and filmmakers who prove story is independent of budget.

For more info and passes, visit indiestreetfilmfestival.org.

65th Annual Sidewalk Sale

JULY 26, JULY 27 & JULY 28

Red Bank’s great retailers take it to the sidewalk during the 65th annual Summer Sidewalk Sale. Enjoy Red Bank’s walkable downtown and find the best deals of the year at nationally recognized retailers, neighborhood independent boutiques, specialty retailers, antique shops and professional craftsmen.

More info, visit redbank.org.

Ladies’ Day Sponsored By Lilly Pulitzer Shops At Riverside

JULY 27 FROM 11:00 AM TO 5:00 PM

Walk the red carpet with your friends for a Ladies’ Day photo-op!

Show off your derby hat and be selected to participate in the hat contest. With incredible fashion, great friends, and an even better cause, enjoy a day dedicated to you at Monmouth Park. More info, visit monmouthpark.com.

Kortney’s Challenge & Food Bank Day

Start your day off with the Kortney’s Challenge 2-mile Fun Run/ Walk through scenic Oceanport. This event raises money for the Kortney Rose Foundation, which seeks to help find a cure for Pediatric Brain Cancer. Following Kortney’s Challenge, enjoy a beautiful day of live racing and help the Food Bank of Monmouth/ Ocean Counties by donating a non-perishable food item.

Grandstand admission is FREE to all who donate a non-perishable food item. More info, visit monmouthpark.com.

Monmouth Film Festival 2018

AUGUST 8 THROUGH AUGUST 11

This year’s event features a full program of more than 100 films, expert panels, celebrity guests, musical entertainment and a redcarpet reception and networking event at Two River Theater. For tickets and more info, visit monmouthfimfestival.org.

A Taste of New Orleans

AUGUST 10 FROM 11:00 AM TO 5:00 PM

Follow the New Orleans motto and Let the Good Times Roll!

Monmouth Park welcomes its NEWEST Festival. Enjoy a variety of delicious Creole favorites such as beignets and shrimp Po’boys. Listen to the sounds of New Orleans with live music from VooDudes. Get a Taste of Mardi Gras without the plane ride! More info, visit monmouthpark.com *EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE, PLEASE CHECK THE EVENT WEBSITE PRIOR TO ATTENDING.

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