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Cover Story – Andy Kaiser What prompts a wildly successful, suit-wearing Wall Street guy originally from Long Island with absolutely no background in education to trade his work life in for mowing the lawn, feeding the goats on a 12-acre farm that comes with a preschool? And how did he manage to get his likewise successful wife to not only go along with this, but agree to run the school? The answer is found in our cover story on page 32.

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This past June the now partners, who had been working at the studio as head instructors, made the transition to owning the business. Open to all levels of fitness with no dance experience required, Joanne and Jackie encourage their clients to move beyond fear and try something new and fun.

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The Person Who Most Influenced Our Career Choice: After working under the direction of the Danzhouse Fitness founder, LB Kass, for the past 10 years, we were both able to learn the ins and outs of running a successful business. Her creativity and determination are inspiring. She continues to mentor us and offers support and encouragement.

Our Professional Experience: Joanne is a certified Yoga teacher through the Yoga Alliance and has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance. She has appeared in the Citrus Bowl Halftime Extravaganza, on Channel 12 News, and has won numerous choreography awards. Joanne is also the Dance Team Coach and Choreographer for Monmouth University and the mother of 3-year-old Keira, aka Mini Jo. Jackie is a certified Pilates Instructor through the Physical Mind Institute and a has a degree in dance. For five years Jackie worked for the American Repertory Ballet’s Princeton Ballet School as an instructor and coordinator for a program called Dance Power in elementary schools. She currently teaches various classes for NJ’s leading hip-hop dance studio, Icon Dance Complex, located in Englishtown. A former Philadelphia Soulmate for the Arena Football League, Philadelphia Soul, Jackie was captain of the team two of her four years with the organization.

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Bruce Springsteen Makes Surprise Appearance at Historical Association Preview Party

Bruce Springsteen took the stage with Joe Grushecky & the Houserockers for a rendition of “Light of Day”.

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Springsteen: His Hometown Co-curators - L to R: Melissa Ziobro, Monmouth University’s Specialist Professor of Public History and Bernadette Rogoff, Director of Collections for MCHA

Bruce Springsteen paid a surprise guest appearance at the Dancing in the Dark Preview Party celebrating the Monmouth County Historical Association exhibit Springsteen: His Hometown on September 28. Springsteen first toured the exhibit at the MCHA museum in Freehold and then took the stage with Joe Grushecky & the Houserockers for a performance of “Light of Day”.

Seven hundred fellow attendees of the sold out party also enjoyed a first look at the Springsteen: His Hometown exhibit as well as special performances from Bobby Bandiera and Grushecky. Freehold’s On Location Catering by Metropolitan Cafe provided a variety of food and libations throughout the evening. The casual tented-party included an auction with rare memorabilia and entertainment items, as well as the opportunity to view the iconic truck Springsteen and Carl “Tinker” West drove cross country. Brian Williams, veteran MSNBC and NBC news anchor and native of Middletown, served as Honorary Chair of the event. Proceeds from the event benefit the mission of MCHA to preserve and celebrate the history of Monmouth County for all.

Springsteen: His Hometown is an historical exhibit that provides a comprehensive look of how Monmouth County has been thematically woven into Bruce Springsteen’s music and art throughout his career. Displaying more than 50 unique items featuring selections from both the Monmouth County Historical Association and The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music at Monmouth University, the exhibition officially opened on September 29 and will run through Fall 2020.

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The Rumson-Fair Haven High School Foundation held its fifth annual Ladies Night Out at the Rum Runner in Sea Bright owned by RFH High School’s track coach Tim McLoone.

The fun-filled fundraiser welcomed the district’s new superintendent, Ms. Debra Gulick, and RFH Principal Dr. Tracy Handerhan. They expressed their support and appreciation of the Foundation’s generous efforts to support RFH projects and programs through the foundations rolling grant process and capital fundraising campaigns.

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The evening included a highlight reel of one of the Foundation’s most impactful grants, the “RFH Back2School” media grant. Students became a local component of a much larger global photography art project.

As part of a year-long service-based learning program recognized by The College Board. Beginning with the statement that art has the ability to bring us together and change the way we look at the world, RFH students were invited to connect with members of the community both in and outside of school. Students chose an issue that impacts them and will use posters as a means of communication to create bonds between school and community.

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Owner Christina Depascale loves to banter and laugh with her clients, making the treatments that much more enjoyable.

CHRISTINA IS AN EMPATH HEALER AESTHETICIAN, a true “skin guru”, having studied organic chemistry for years, earning many certifications. Raised between Europe and Rumson, she honed her craft working side by side with makeup magnate Laura Mercier for more than 16 years, treating such luminaries as the princesses of Georgia and Turkey and many celebrities. Last month, Christina opened Scheál Spa in her hometown of Rumson where skin treatments are based on individual skin issues, rather than a rigid menu of services. She is a big believer in technology and often combines many different systems in one treatment.

And, Christina formulates her own custom skin care line of products on site, Scheál Organics. She has a philosophy of “giving back” with a special emphasis on helping women who have experienced domestic violence. Meet your neighbor, Christina Depascale.

CM: What is the origin of the name Scheál? (pronounced “Shee Al”)

Scheál is named in honor of my mother. It was her last name and means “she heals”- so it fits perfectly. Unfortunately, my mother suffered domestic violence and it is a big part of why I formed LOVE -Love Overcomes Violence Everywhere. I try to set aside one day each week to give free facials to women presently experiencing domestic violence, and I also donate a portion of proceeds to organizations helping women recover.

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In my mid-twenties I experienced severe acne. I had access to so many products, but nothing was working for me. So, I threw myself into skin school to heal myself. I started making compounds and healed myself in a couple of weeks. Then I started making it for everyone else and it started taking off.

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Music, Original Products, Makeup, Rewards, and Giving Back. When we meet new clients, we make a note of the type of music they prefer to have played during the treatments. I created an organic line of Scheál products which

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Beach Ball Honorees and Honorary Chairwomen pictured left to right: James and Madlyn Aaron, Long Branch; Richard and Debbie Ansell, Deal; and Mary and Mitch Ansell, Shrewsbury.

VNA Beach Ball raises close to $400,000 The third edition of Beach Ball, the popular fundraiser, returned to Sea Bright’s iconic Chapel Beach Club on September 14 raising nearly $400,000 for Visiting Nurse Association’s (VNA) Children & Family Health Institute.

More than 550 friends and supporters of the VNA left their dress shoes and formal clothes at home and felt the sand between their toes at this festive and casual gathering that raised funds for thousands of vulnerable, at-risk patients.

L to R: Beach Ball Honorary Chairwomen Debbie Ansell, Deal; Madlyn Aaron, Long Branch; VNA of Central Jersey Foundation Chair Lynn Spector, Rumson; and Beach Ball Honorary Chairwoman Mary Ansell, Shrewsbury.

Beach Ball Co-Chairs pictured back row, left to right: Sandy Mulheren, Rumson and Jamie Drummond, Little Silver. Front row, left to right: Shawn and Suzanne Rubin, Rumson; Vanessa Mulheren, Rumson; Jill Drummond, Little Silver; Kenny and Nora King, Rumson; Jesse and Maryam Spector, Rumson.

Beach Ball Committee Members left to right: Marlena Redling, Rumson; Meghan Del Priore, Rumson; Denise McEvilly, Rumson; Allison Cea, Rumson; Tiziana Ziman, Rumson; Stephanie Hoitt, Rumson; Shannon Trudel, Rumson; Caitlin Bovo, Rumson; Suzanne Veninata, Rumson; and Meredith Barber, Fair Haven.

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“The VNA is incredibly grateful for the support of the hardworking volunteer committee, Ansell, Grimm & Aaron, our Honorary Chairs, as well as sponsors and attendees,” said Lynn Spector, Chairman of the VNA Foundation Board. “The evening was a tremendous success and it was wonderful to see many familiar and new faces coming together to help us meet and exceed our fundraising goal to support vulnerable families and children in our community.”

The law firm of Ansell Grimm & Aaron, PC was honored for the many years of generous support of the VNA and the community. 2019 Honorary Chairwomen Debbie Ansell, Mary Ansell, and Madlyn Aaron were recognized for their devotion of time and energy to VNA fundraising activities through the years.

“We were so excited to welcome Nora and Kenny King and Suzanne and Shawn Rubin to the Beach Ball team as co-chairs,” commented Maryam Spector who, along with her husband Jesse, joined veteran co-chairs Jill and Jamie Drummond and Sandy and Vanessa Mulheren.

“Their enthusiasm and fresh perspective have been wonderful additions. All the volunteers work so hard to ensure the event is a success.”

Under a gorgeous shore theme decorated tent featuring paper lanterns and a chandelier of coral and sparkling fish, partygoers enjoyed an eclectic array of Jersey Shoreinspired fare from some of the area’s most popular food trucks, as well as renowned local restaurants. Under a starlit sky, revelers pulled up an Adirondack chair to the fire pit for s’mores and danced the night away to the music of Juke Box Criminals.

To cap off the evening, Co-chair Jamie Drummond drew the winning raffle ticket for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4X4. The lucky winner was Kimberly Smith of Fair Haven.

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“Impact 100 Jersey Coast empowers women to dramatically improve Monmouth County by collectively funding grants of $100,000 or more to initiatives that support our local communities,” said Impact 100 Jersey Coast President and Co-founder, Deirdre O’Brien Spiropoulos. “Every year, we are grateful to learn from and support nonprofit organizations, and we invite and seek women from all backgrounds to join our giving network.”

The five 2019 finalists are: Asbury Park Music Foundation (Arts and Culture), Clean Ocean Action (Environment, Parks and Recreation), Court Appointed Special Advocates of Monmouth County (“CASA”) (Children and Families), St. Mark’s Center for Community Renewal (Health and Wellness), and Senior Citizens Activities Network Inc. (“SCAN”) (Education).

“It was a very rigorous selection process,’’ said Rowena Crawford-Phillips, Impact Grants Chair. “More than 70 Impact members volunteered their time in evaluating the 61 compelling proposals submitted, conducting site visits and selecting the finalists. We are in awe of their dedication and commitment and are so proud to present these five outstanding finalists to our entire membership for their vote.”

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Parker Family Health Center Raises $115,000 at Annual Gala

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PARKER FAMILY HEALTH CENTER (PFHC) celebrated with its fourth annual Gala on September 14 at the Navesink Country Club with more than 140 attendees raising $115,000.To express their deep appreciation, the Parker Family Health Center selected three honorees for this year’s Gala – Jeremy Grunin, Dr. Ken Grossman, and the Docs of Rock.

“Choosing our Gala honorees is never an easy decision. As in past years, this year’s honorees have touched our hearts in special ways,” said Gina Petillo, PFHC Board Co-Chair.

Jeremy Grunin, President of Grunin Holdings and the Grunin Foundation, provides major support for nonprofit organizations throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties. This year, in partnership with Support Center and Center for Non-Profits, the Grunin Foundation sponsored the “Catapult Your Capacity” series, four compelling training sessions designed to help non-profit organizations achieve a new level of business acumen.

Dr. Ken Grossman is a noted dermatologist, responsible for raising more than $50,000. “Dr. Ken Grossman is like a blue chip stock. He pays a regular dividend in the form of his professional expertise, volunteers, and, as an extra bonus, pays a special dividend by encouraging donations to the Parker Center, ” said Eugene Cheslock, Founder and Past President of PFHC.

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The third honoree, the Docs of Rock, is a talented band of doctors by day and musicians by night. This band donates its exceptional musical skills in support of non-profit organizations and has already helped raise more than a million dollars since they first banded together in 2014.

The Parker Family Health Center will mark its 20th anniversary in 2020. It is one of 89 clinics in the United States that follows the VIM model, which consists of volunteers in medicine who provide free healthcare to the uninsured and medically underserved. Without the support of friends, the center could not survive, as it is funded solely through events, grants, and individual donations. Unlike other clinics in the area, Parker Family Health Center offers totally free care, and only for patients without insurance.

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CAPTIONS Photo 1: Left to right: Gina Petillo, PFHC Board Co-Chair; Gala Honoree Dr. Ken Grossman; John Horl, PFHC Board Co-Chair.

Photo 2: Parker Family Health Center Board members: (back row, left to right) Hans Zweerink, Dr. Tim Sullivan, Dr. Eugene Cheslock, Judie Saunders, Mark Breslauer, John Horl, Board Co-Chair, Louis Rodriguez. (front row, left to right) Jeanne Wagner, Patty Micale, Kelli O’Brien, Gina Petillo, Board Co-Chair, and Robin Fitzmaurice.

Photo 3: Left to right: Gina Petillo, PFHC Board Co-Chair; Jeremy Grunin, PFHC Gala Honoree and President of Grunin Foundation and Grunin Holdings; John Horl, PFHC Board Co-Chair.

Photo 4: Left to right: Josephine Guttadauro, PFHC Development committee member; Carmen Phaneuf, PFHC NP; Mary Nicosia, PFHC Clinical Director; and seated, Mrs. James Parker

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Red Bank Mayor Pasquale Menna (front row, third from left) and Red Bank Schools Superintendent Jared Rumage, (back row, second from left) join Red Bank Primary School students, school administrators and YMCA representatives in celebrating a $10,000 donation to the YMCA from the Red Bank Classic 5K to support a swim program for all third graders.

Red Bank Classic 5K Donates $20,000 to Support Swim Safety & After-School Enrichment for Borough Youth

Representatives from the Red Bank Business Alliance and Red Bank RiverCenter, organizers of the Red Bank Classic charity run, recently presented checks of $10,000 each to both the Red Bank Department of Parks and Recreation and Red Bank Family YMCA to support programs that foster youth development.

“The Red Bank Classic 5K is proud to provide $20,000 to give Red Bank youth access to a water safety program and a variety of creative and academic activities during critical out-of-school times,” said Angela Courtney, of the Red Bank Business Alliance and owner of Sweetest Sin Boutique on White Street.

Director of Parks and Recreation Charlie Hoffmann said the donation from the Red Bank Classic will support after-school activities and evening workshops for children “to learn and enjoy exciting subject matter in a hands-on atmosphere.” The free and low-cost activities range from creative writing and art to sports broadcasting and fashion.

The donation to the Y will support the Third Grade Swim Program, which takes place in late spring at the Red Bank Family YMCA, a branch of the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County. President and CEO Laurie Goganzer explained that all third graders at Red Bank Primary and Red Bank Charter schools will participate in a water safety seminar and take four swim lessons at the Y to develop life-saving swim skills.

“Keeping children safe in and around water is one of the Y’s highest priorities,” Goganzer said. “We are thankful for the support from the Red Bank Classic to provide invaluable water safety and swim lessons to all third graders in Red Bank.”

“The second installment of the Red Bank Classic, which took place on June 15, was a great success with more than 1,500 runners, 80 businesses, 15 sponsors and 60 volunteers,” said James Scavone, executive director of RiverCenter, which manages the borough of Red Bank’s Special Improvement District. “The 5K brought the Red Bank community together for a day of good health that will have long-lasting benefits for the children of Red Bank,” Scavone said. The third Red Bank Classic 5K will take place on June 20, 2020. Early registration is open now and be available online at redbankclassic.com.

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Red Bank business owner and Red Bank Classic 5K organizer Angela Courtney presents a $10,000 donation to support after-school programs to Director of Red Bank Parks and Recreation Charlie Hoffmann.

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Coming Back to the Homeland

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Above: Mrs. and Mr. Ward de Groot are pictured in front of their home on the farm in Colts Neck.

Why one family chose to preserve their farm in Colts Neck Claire de Groot remembers moving to the farm on Route 34 in Colts Neck in 1936 when she was six years old. At that time there was farmland as far as the eye could see. “I have so many cherished memories from this land,” Claire remembers. “We used to go ice skating in the pond, that was back when ponds still froze,” and “at one time I actually had a pet skunk,” Claire chuckles as she fondly recalls.

is so pleased to see this beautiful piece of farmland preserved,” explained William Kastning, Executive Director for Monmouth Conservation Foundation. “MCF partnered with the State Agriculture Development Committee, the County of Monmouth and the Township of Colts Neck for funding to purchase the development rights on the farm and ensure it remains protected from development.”

Claire de Groot moved to the approximately 60-acre farm with “We are so happy that the de Groot family chose to preserve their her family 83 years ago when Colts Neck was a sleepy, rural town farm,” explained Holly Boylan-Flego, President of the MCF Board where practically everyone knew each other. She met her husband of Trustees. “We hope that more farm owning families will follow while attending Red Bank High School and the couple raised in the de Groot’s footsteps and choose to preserve rather than a family with four children, moving every two years due to her develop their land.” husband’s career in the United States Navy. Now married 67 years, the farm has been the backdrop for a lifetime worth of memories. “Our decision to preserve the farm is something that gives me peace “We always referred to the farm as our homeland,” recalls Claire. when I go to bed at night,” Claire remarked. “No matter what “It was always a place where time seemed to stop, and we could happens, this land will remain a farm and part of the community.” spend endless hours together enjoying the outdoors.”

“From all the places we lived, this place always felt like home. It was always like a little slice of heaven to us,” Claire explained. “We knew that we could never allow this beautiful land that holds so many cherished family memories to become covered with houses.”

Throughout the past 83 years Colts Neck transformed from a rural farm town to a desired, residential estate community. Although the area still retains much of its rural character, thousands of homes have been built and thousands of acres of natural land have been lost forever. However, Claire can now rest assured that her family farm will never be developed.

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Andy Kaiser Investing Himself in Educating Children and Professionals

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My barn, my rules. Almost hidden from view by the curtains “We had to buy it,” said Andy in his open and welcoming way. dressing a nearby window, these words are faintly inscribed “My wife, Lauren, was upset with me for about a year, but on a small, red sign that hangs behind Andy Kaiser’s desk in then it all worked out.” And it has worked out very well. The the second story office of his barn. It’s a normal barn, mostly, school has been redone and expanded, modernized, and enjoys outfitted on the first floor with tractors and hay bales, goats, full enrollment with a waiting list for new students. Mountain sheep, and even a pony. But it also houses miniature furniture Hill Investment Partners is growing and poised for even more designed for multiple small children and an office on the second success with a laser-focus on 401k investments. And the Kaisers floor that contains a Bloomberg Terminal and a company that have a beautiful log-cabin dream home they custom built in a handles multiple million-dollar accounts for its clients. Welcome town they adore. But the “had to” in Andy’s comment is where to Mountain Hill Investment Partners, Mountain Hill School, the story begins. and the Andrew and Lauren Kaiser 12-acre farm in the hills of Atlantic Highlands.

What prompts a wildly successful, suit-wearing Wall Street guy originally from Long Island with absolutely no background A prominent and successful Wall Street investment advisor that in education to trade his work life in for mowing the lawn and worked for both Dillon Reed and UBS, Andy traded in his long feeding the goats on a farm that comes with a preschool? And commute and the excitement of Manhattan when the Mountain how did he manage to get his likewise successful wife to not Hill School and farm went up for sale nearly fifteen years ago. only go along with this, but agree to run the school? The answer

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is found as you enter the Mountain Hill School and look to the welcome mat displaying its logo.

“The logo is our three children, that’s Jack and Jamie and their big brother Ryan in the middle,” said Andy pointing. “Ryan has a red heart, for heart disease. Most people think the heart means love, and that’s okay too. But Ryan died from heart disease, so we gave him a red heart.”

The Kaisers lost their son when he was six years old, a former student of the original Mountain Hill School. A year after their loss, the school went up for sale. Andy insists had they not purchased the property a developer would have come in and turned it into a neighborhood, and he didn’t want to see that happen. And perhaps that’s true. But instead of another farm gone the way of so-called progress, Ryan’s parents have created a unique and subtle legacy and two successful businesses.

Lauren is perpetually surrounded by bright and loving five-yearold’s who benefit from her attention and a specialized pre-school and kindergarten curriculum that incorporates life on a farm.

Andy has found a way to bring Wall Street to Monmouth County and the chance to work steps away from his family and animals on a farm for which he personally caretakes.

portfolios for individuals and families, but he has taken that and expanded it from just those who can afford to hire him, to almost anyone who has a full-time job. As the complicated world of retirement changes and investing for a future that may no longer include a pension becomes more a reality than not for most, HR managers are no longer equipped to handle employee needs when it comes to their 401ks.

“I wouldn’t have my lawyer do my taxes, and I wouldn’t have my accountant represent me in court,” said Andy. “It’s important to have the right person advise on the right topic. In the corporate 401k advisory space, we are great at educating and encouraging employees to use their plan to improve their retirement outcomes. We help companies control risk and drive down costs in the 401k plan to keep them ERISA compliant, and we spend considerable time with Corporate CEO/CFO types ensuring they are providing the best plan to their employees. But we also work with each employee, individually, as part of our service.”

By offering his guidance across the spectrum to his corporate clients, whether working with the CFO or the new hire just out of college swimming in student loan debt, Andy is using his approachable and articulate style to simplify complicated and often scary financial decisions for the masses. Exuberant in his excitement for what comes next for his company, and all the people they will be able to help, Andy seizes every moment.

“This could have gone the other way,” explained Andy as his voice cracked ever so slightly. “A lot of people don’t survive losing a child. They get divorced, or self-medicate, or they just don’t make it out the other side. When someone dies, if you “Carpe Diem,” said Andy of his favorite quote. “When I stopped don’t do something to remember them, they’re just dead. You my crazy commute to NYC, I ended up saving 60 hours per have to find a way to keep them alive. This has kept Ryan alive. month, that’s a full week of extra time to seize! This allows me And it may have saved our lives too.” If you didn’t know the many more touchpoints in all the things that are important to story, you would never guess there is a great loss behind the me – work, family, reading, investments, real estate, exercise, smiles and positive attitude. Andy and his staff run a professional visiting my son in college, client interactions, etc. My advice is to and proficient operation with all the bells and whistles of a Wall take advantage of the time you have and to create time in your Street firm. life to do the things that are important to you. Get up early and seize the day.”

“A few years ago, you wouldn’t see a Bloomberg Computer outside of Manhattan,” said Andy. “But with technology Aware of how quickly time marches on, Andy has found ways changing the way things work, a business like ours is able to to enjoy the moments as they happen. He spends a lot of his connect seamlessly with thousands of 401k participants and free time at their family cottage in Vermont, skiing with his wife clients and we have ready access to the same resources as and children. He uses his time mowing the grass or feeding the those in a big office in New York.” A Bloomberg Terminal is a animals to unwind from the cares of the day and finds his ability computer software system that is leased by the financial data to help at the school when needed a perk for which he would not vendor Bloomberg L.P. enabling professionals in the financial have had the time with any other office location. When asked service sector to monitor and analyze real-time financial market about future plans or where he sees their lives going, he circles data and place trades. back to how education has become so important to him. Not only being able to help his wife with the development of young By adding state-of-the-art technology and software, sound minds, but his growing love for being an educator himself and proofing, and a good deal of insulation to the structure of the the thousands of lives he is touching and changing by offering 4500-square-foot barn built by Amish builders, Mountain Hill solid financial guidance. Grounded in the moment, he leaves Investment Partners functions just as any other bustling financial both the past and the future to fend for themselves. office. Only instead of honking cabs and shouting traders, with the windows open, you can hear the sounds of goats and sheep “Work hard, play hard, repeat,” shared Andy. “I would add out back mixed with the delighted voices of children playing something most of your older readers already know - life moves in the school’s new playground. It offers a relaxed vibe that very fast. My wife and I went from having kids in diapers to seems to suit the casually dressed Andy and his partner Mike kids in college in a flash, proving that life happens while you are Meyers and combines the most fast-paced business possible waiting for life to happen.” with an air of grounded, country good-sense. A visit leaves one somewhat confused by what your senses take-in but delighted Work hard, play hard, and if you can manage to have it all happen and encouraged to have stepped into one man’s vision of what on your own 12-acre farm, with a school and a log cabin, all the life can grant and how the art of simplification can extend to better. Having found what many would call a personal paradise, helping others simplify their own lives. certainly a personal triumph through challenge, Andy loves his work, his commute home is a walk down the hill, and he does it A perpetually forward thinker, Andy has found a new passion to all on his farm, and in his barn, following his own rules. build upon that is reaching thousands who would normally never get the opportunity for guidance from an advisor of his stature.

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Rumson-Fair Haven High School Alum to Compete for Miss Delaware USA Fair Haven native Shannon Lee Bogardus, 19, will compete for the title of MISS DELAWARE USA on November 15th-17th.

Shannon is the daughter of Victoria and James Bogardus and sister of Michael Bogardus. She is currently a sophomore at the University of Delaware majoring in Political Science with a double minor in theater and dance. Her goals include advocacy for women and children’s health.

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Shannon is a member of the Delta Delta Delta Epsilon Upsilon fraternity. She is a volunteer and fundraises to support St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and the Delaware Food Bank.

Shannon works as a certified beach and pool lifeguard during the summers. She recently performed in Inherit the Wind with the Resident Ensemble Players, a professional theater company at the University of Delaware.

Shannon graduated from Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School with honors in English, history, art and Spanish, was a member of the National Honor Society and President’s Award recipient. While at RFH, Shannon received national ranking as a coxswain, was elected student government Vice President and received varsity letters for crew, cheer, and the thespian society.

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Monmouth County SPCA Raises $250,000 at Fur Ball Gala The Monmouth County SPCA held its 2019 Fur Ball Gala on September 28 at the Blu Grotto in Oceanport. The event raised more than $250,000 for the Monmouth County SPCA’s homeless animals and community programs.

Top, left to right: Honorees, Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden, Freeholder Director Tom Arnone, Freeholder Gerry Scharfenberger, Freeholder Pat Impreveduto. Bottom, left to right: Freeholder Sue Kiley, Freeholder Lillian Burry, Monmouth County Clerk, Event CoChair and MCSPCA Board of Trustee Vice President Christine Giordano Hanlon, Esq.

Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden, Freeholder Director Tom Arnone, MCSPCA Executive Director and Chief of Humane Law Enforcement Ross Licitra, Senator Vin Gopal

Event Co-Chair and MCSPCA Board of Trustee Member Fran Turner, MCSPCA Board of Trustee Secretary Andrew Grossman, John Hall, Allison Grossman and Kristen Hall

The honorees this year, Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden & Freeholder Director Tom Arnone, were applauded for their support to the MCSPCA and its programs by providing fully funded, shared services for Law Enforcement and state-of-the-art shelter technology. The support of Sheriff Golden and Freeholder Arnone has allowed the MCSPCA to serve both residents and animals throughout Monmouth County. Honorees were also presented with resolutions from Senator Vin Gopal and a commendation letter from Senator Cory Booker, thanking them for their commitment to the Monmouth County SPCA and animals in Monmouth County.

The year’s “Rat Pack in Vegas” theme, with the tagline “Top Dogs and Leaders of the Pack,” created an ambiance of glitz and glamour with guests dressed in 1950’s attire, gentlemen in fedoras, a real Vegas-style prize wheel, and larger than life desert palms nestled in every corner. The sounds of Sinatra channeled through cocktail hour crooner, Tony Corrao, and set the mood for a fabulous evening that continued on with the upbeat tunes of Guilty Pleasure.

The highlights of the evening were the adorable dogs and puppies, dressed in their corsages and bow ties, who were escorted around the venue by MCSPCA staff and volunteers. Many of the dogs present were recently adopted and there to represent “success stories” highlighted in the evening’s program; others were either adopted that night or the following day at the shelter. This event would not have been possible without Top Dog Sponsor, The Hesse Companies, along with Leaders of the Pack Sponsor, Fran and Paul Turner. The event was co-chaired by Fran Turner and County Clerk, Christine Giordano Hanlon, Esq. “Our honorees this year, Sheriff Golden and Freeholder Arnone, are the quintessential fabric of what makes Monmouth County the best place to live and work in the State of New Jersey,” said Monmouth County SPCA Executive Director & Chief of Humane Law Enforcement Ross Licitra.

“Our partnership with county government has allowed the Monmouth County SPCA to serve our community with a level of professionalism that our residents truly deserve when it comes to protecting and advocating for our animals.

I cannot thank both our honorees enough for their past and continuing support of this great organization.”

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Holiday Spirit Remember how excited you got as a child as the holidays approached? The anticipation built up and the sheer joy increased soon after Halloween. Thanksgiving was in sight and that was just the warm up for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s, and Festivus (for you Seinfeld fans out there). Friends, parties, presents, and family were all part of the excitement.

Remember the feelings you had as a kid? That’s how your children feel. That’s how they are entitled to feel. Your divorce (although it certainly affects them) is not their divorce. They still have two parents whose job is to insulate them from the strife divorce brings to the adults.

No matter the level of animosity, whether palpable or subtle, between divorcing spouses, the children didn’t cause it and the children shouldn’t suffer from it. Children of divorce are no less entitled to holiday happiness than children in intact families.

So put aside your anger at your spouse, if even temporarily, and let your children enjoy the holiday season as stress-free as possible.

Now is the time to make plans, to adjust your plans, and to be flexible so that the children can spend time with both parents and their extended families during the holidays.

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What’s in it for you? If you’re flexible now, the chances may increase that your spouse (or ex-spouse) will be flexible in the future when you make a request. You will also get the satisfaction only a parent can know by doing what’s right for your child. And, oh yes, you’re likely to have a happier child.

Children naturally love their parents. When they don’t, it is usually because they have been taught not to. Sometimes a parent’s own actions are the cause. Just as often it is the other parent’s actions that create or exacerbate a rift.

The holiday season is a special time for most children, whether celebrated religiously or secularly. Give your children the best gift of all – a time to enjoy both parents and their families without the stress and guilt divorcing parents all too often instill in them.

If parents, together, prioritize their children’s needs above their own, they can ensure that the holiday season is, indeed, the most wonderful time of the year.

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MONMOUTH CONSERVATION FOUNDATION (MCF) is pleased to present its annual Enhancing Monmouth County Holiday Style Lunch and Shopping Spree featuring a conversation with the distinguished cultural entrepreneur and social impact influencer, Tamsin Smith, and award-winning broadcast journalist and author Kitty Pilgrim at the Navesink Country Club on December 3rd.

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These two acclaimed personalities will discuss their thoughts on what inspires them, their careers, the “business” of giving and how all of us can live more meaningful lives, through philanthropy, the climate crisis and the initiatives we can take to protect the environment for ourselves, our children and our children’s children.

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More than 300 attendees will be invited to Tamsin and Kitty’s lunch presentation, and to kick-off their holiday shopping with a unique array of vendors, while supporting MCF’s mission to preserve land, create parks, safeguard our waterways, and save wildlife. Tickets are $150-$175.

The shopping event will also be open to the public from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm OR 12:30 to 4:00 pm. Tickets for the Holiday Style Boutique shopping experience are only $20 (to include an MCF tote bag).

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YMCA Stronger Together Gala Honors Community Volunteers Event Celebrates Historic Merger & Raises $272,000 to Strengthen Kids and Families Photo Credit: Alyse Liebowitz, Three Chicks That Click Photography

The new YMCA of Greater Monmouth County raised $272,000 at its recent Stronger Together Gala, honoring five community volunteers and celebrating the union of The Community YMCA and YMCA of Western Monmouth County. More than 285 community and business leaders, and supporters of the Y gathered at The Addison Park in Aberdeen on September 27th to celebrate the new countywide YMCA and raise support for Y scholarships and programs that will help strengthen local children and families in need.

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“The ‘Stronger Together’ Gala was the highlight of an exciting and historic year for the YMCAs of Monmouth County as we join forces to become one Y to deepen our community impact,” said Laurie Goganzer, president and chief executive officer of the newly formed Y. “We are so thankful to our honorees for their inspiring leadership and congratulate them on this well-deserved recognition.”

The evening featured five volunteer leaders who have been instrumental in helping the Y deliver its mission to ensure that everyone can access its life-changing programs: Jennifer Lakefield, Colts Neck, received the Visionary Award; Marti and Bruce Huber, of Red Bank, were presented the Legacy Award; David Hernandez, Old Bridge, was presented the Distinguished Citizen Service Award; and Stacey DeAlmeida, Marlboro, received the 2019 Volunteer of the Year Award.

The gala was led by co-chairs Irene Hall and Lauren Berke with support from a committee of volunteers and Y staff. The event included a live auction, dinner, dancing, and music by The Infernos Band. Lead sponsors of the Stronger Together Gala were: Platinum Sponsors - Lomurro Law and Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla; Gold Sponsor – Old Bridge and Waitt Funeral Homes; and Silver Sponsors - The Jay & Linda Grunin Foundation and Encon Mechanical.

(1) YMCA President and CEO Laurie Goganzer (third from left) and board memebers celebrate the successful merger of two YMCAs to create the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County at the Stronger Together Gala at the Addison Park in Aberdeen. (2) L to R: YMCA President and CEO Laurie Goganzer congratulates honorees Jennifer Lakerfield, Stacey DeAlmeida, Bruce Huber, David Hernandez, and Marti Huber. (3) Event co-chairpersons Irene Hall (left) and Lauren Berke. (4) Jen Gralitzer, board member Christopher Rinn, Azize Yel and Jay Grunin of the Jay & Linda Grunin Foundation. the foundation provided funding to support the YMCA merger.

(5) L to R: Ben Waldron, executive director of the Monmouth Ocean Development Conuncil; Y CEO Laurie Goganzer, Gerry Scharfenberger and Susan Kiley, Monmouth county Freeholders; and Declan O’Scanlon, New Jersey senator, representing the 13th Legislative District.

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Love In Hate Nation

NOVEMBER 9 THROUGH DECEMBER 1

Two River Theater, Red Bank A turbulent rock romance by Joe Iconis, composer and lyricist of the worldwide sensation Be More Chill! Set in a 1960s Juvie Hall, Love in Hate Nation uses classic “bad girl” movies as the inspiration for the story of young people caught between eras of a changing America. More info and tickets, visit tworivertheater.org.

Bouquets & Ballads Luncheon NOVEMBER 12 AT 11:30 AM

Beacon Hill Country Club, Atlantic Highlands To benefit the Monmouth Museum, a luncheon featuring ballads, floral arrangements, on-site holiday shopping from LePapillon, gift baskets, 50/50, and a chance to win one of the floral arrangements. More info, visit monmouthmuseum.org.

Littorally Local Sunset Cocktail Cruise & Dinner

Magic of Lights

Santa Express & Santa Parade

PNC Arts Center, Holmdel – Starts at Dusk A Magical Drive featuring over a mile of festive and vibrant light displays celebrating the joy of the holiday.

Experience it from the comfort of your own car! General admission weekday: $25, General admission weekend: $30. More info, visit magicoflights.com/newjersey

Red Bank – Festivities start at 5:30 pm Santa rides the NJ Transit train into Red Bank for the annual Town Lighting & Holiday Express concert. Join Santa on the train in Little Silver or meet him at the Red Bank train station when he arrives.

There will be festivities before and after the train arrives with the holiday dancers and the Pipes and Drums of the Atlantic Watch. Once in Red Bank, Santa will board a firetruck and lead the parade to Broad Street for the Holiday Express Concert & Town Lighting, a hallmark event for the area, concert begins at 7:00 pm. More info, visit redbank.org.

NOVEMBER 22 THROUGH JANUARY 4, 2020

39th Annual Granny’s Attic Craft Show NOVEMBER 23 FROM 9:00 AM TO 4:00 PM

Thompson Middle School, Middletown It’s an amazing event that has become a holiday tradition in Monmouth County since 1980! Considered one of the largest craft shows on the East Coast, Granny’s Attic features more than 250 juried vendors/crafters of unique, handcrafted items to satisfy all your holiday shopping needs! Admission Prices: Adults - $5, Seniors - $4, Children 14 & under - $2, More info, thompsonpfa.com/grannysattic

3rd Annual Holiday Boutique

NOVEMBER 24TH FROM 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM

To benefit the American Littoral Society, celebrate all the coast has to offer for a sunset cocktail cruise (4pm) followed by a casual farm to table dinner (6pm), silent auction, and live music. More info and tickets, visit littoralsociety.org.

Congregation B’nai Israel, Rumson Featuring vendors from near and far, this event is free and open to the public and offers a wide range of gift items for everyone on your shopping list. Bring the kiddos along to do some crafts while you shop!

Art Show & Sale

Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar

NOVEMBER 16 FROM 4:00 TO 9:00 PM

NOVEMBER 17 FROM 12:00 TO 4:30 PM

Atlantic Highlands Yacht Club More than 20 creative local and regional fine artists. Paintings in all mediums, wood turnings, and carvings, pottery, photography, jewelry, home decor. All unique, all affordable, perfect holiday gifts.

Browse and mingle with the talented artists.

Light refreshments and bar available. Silent auction of donated artwork to benefit 180 Turning Lives Around.

SATURDAY & SUNDAYS | NOVEMBER 30 THROUGH DECEMBER 22

Grand Arcade & Convention Hall Featuring a curated roster of the best local and regional artists, vendors, and shops selling the cutest and coolest vintage, handmade, art, jewelry, home goods, foodstuffs, and more. The event will feature live music and special performances, Photos with Santa Sundays, holiday photo booth pictures, a 30 foot Christmas tree, fireplace lounge, and beautiful holiday decor. More info, asburyparkbazaar.com.

Events are subject to change, please visit the event website before attending.

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Santa Paws Pet Photos with Santa DECEMBER 1 FROM 1:00 TO 4:00 PM

Asbury Park Yacht Club Bring your furry kids for a photo with Santa, taken by photographer Kelly Czupkiewicz of Kelly Sea Images. Tickets available in advance and at the door for $15, AP Yacht Club will be open for food and drinks. This event benefits The Brodie Fund. More info, visit thebrodiefund.org.

Holiday Style Shopping Spree

DECEMBER 3 | SHOPPING HOURS: 10:00 AM TO 12:00 PM OR 12:30 TO 4:00 PM

Navesink Country Club, Middletown Hosted by the Monmouth Conservation Foundation, come shop to fund our farms, fields and parks. Tickets for the boutique shopping experience is $20 (which includes MCF tote bag). An array of topnotch vendors will be onsite. More info, visit monmouthconservation.org.

The Band of Two Rivers Free Holiday Concert DECEMBER 14 AT 2:00 PM

Middletown Public Library, Middletown Performing its annual holiday concert, the band averages 25 to 30 players with musicians of all ages. The harmonies, syncopations, and marching temps of the wide variety of much that the band plays will invigorate all.

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RFH Girls Varsity Soccer Collects 139 Pairs of Cleats and Shoes for Souls4Souls AFTER AN EXCITING 5-3 WIN over Trinity Hall, members of the RFH Girls Varsity Soccer Team sorted, counted, and bagged 139 pairs of soccer cleats and shoes collected for Soles4Souls.

Soles4Souls creates sustainable jobs and provides relief through the distribution of shoes and clothing around the world. Senior Ellen Daly learned of the organization over the summer and approached Coach Heerwagen about doing a collection in connection with one of this season’s games. The Trinity Hall game was chosen and, with assistance from the Trinity Hall community, 139 pairs of cleats and shoes were collected.

To learn more about Soles4Souls, visit soles4souls.org.

R+FH KINDNESS WEEK A SUCCESS

THIS PAST MONTH, Think Kindness founder Brian Williams spoke at all five public schools in Rumson and Fair Haven, involving the greater community in what he called the most mind-blowing example of community and school integration to embrace kindness he’s ever seen. An impactful presenter, he had students chanting in unison how they can “change the world”, while many of the more than 200 parents and community members who came to listen to Williams speak at Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School on October 7 left in tears.

The reach of the week-long push spread beyond the schools. More than 100 businesses fully embraced R+FH Kindness Week, hanging Kindness Week and Kindness Counts banners and posters

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Williams had students send text messages to their moms telling them how beautiful they looked that day and he taught the elementary school kids how to be Kindness Ninjas. Kindness Ninjas commit secret acts of kindness, like leaving notes in people’s backpacks or on a teacher’s desk. He also taught them to

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expand out into the community with random acts, such as leaving donuts on a front porch. He talked to students about how kindness takes bravery and that all world changers learned to do scary things. He shared how being kind can be uncomfortable, sitting with someone lonely at lunch or inviting someone new to come play. Williams also challenged the schools to document 5,000 acts of kindness in the following 15 days and to keep the Kindness going.

Educators and students from schools in both towns shared it was the best assembly they ever witnessed and that it has energized, captivated, and inspired them all.

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Family Promise of Monmouth County Exceeds $25,000 Goal during Annual Cardboard Box City Sleep-out Event This fall, youth from more than ​15 New Jersey elementary schools, high schools, colleges, and universities descended upon the grounds of Fort Monmouth to raise funds and awareness of family homelessness at Family Promise of Monmouth County’s Tenth Annual Cardboard Box City sleep-out event. Attendees Marine included Howell High School, Rumson-Fair-Haven, ​ , North Star Academy, Academy of Science and Technology​ Brick Township High School, Red Bank Catholic, Monmouth Regional High School, Ocean Township High School, Monmouth University, and Stockton University.

This year’s participants not o ​ nly exceeded the $25,000 fundraising goal but they also took part in a newly developed service-learning project entitled, ​The Monmouth County Family Homelessness Challenge. The project included simulated lifeskills activities based on real case scenarios in which families struggle to become financially stable. Adult volunteers manned different stations, representing many of the agencies that our families have to encounter when experiencing homelessness, such as Monmouth County Social Services, the Division of Motor Vehicles, Child Care Resources, Vital Statistics, Family Promise, and others.

“We intentionally designed the activities to empower youth to think critically about budgeting, education/employment, service delivery, complex barriers and ultimately---survival. It was affirming to see youth from different schools, backgrounds, and communities work together to overcome barriers [especially] from the perspective of a family experiencing homelessness,” said Christine Love, executive director, and visionary for the project.

Participants heard first-hand testimony from a family that was hopeless and on the brink of despair before coming to Family Promise of Monmouth County. Aniyah W. and her fiance Nicolas P. captivated the audience with their story of resilience, the im-

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portance of healthy d e c i s i o n - m a k i ng , and the value of education, family, and community supports.

Rumson-Fair Haven student and Youth Advisory Council member, Brooke Bosonac stated, “We were moved by Nick Left to right: Senator Vin Gopal, Jessica Stepanski Deand Aniyah’s speech. velopment Chair President, Christine Love, Executive Director, Family Promise of Monmouth County.

After reflecting on the event, my friends and I began to brainstorm how we can continue to engage young people to help end homelessness.”

In fact, youth from Howell High School were so moved that they have initiated a Howell HS Family Promise Student Club. Youth from across the County are joining this growing movement to end child & family homelessness in their respective communities.

New Jersey State Senator Vin Gopal (D-11) walked the grounds of Cardboard Box City, speaking one-on-one with parents, youth and volunteers. ​“Family Promise of Monmouth County does absolutely outstanding work to support local families in need of housing and to help them get back on their feet,” Senator Gopal said. “Events like the Cardboard Box City Sleep-Out not only raise essential funds that go toward services for families in need, they also raise awareness of the challenges of homelessness and the harsh realities that people without housing face every day. I’m proud to support Family Promise of Monmouth County, and look forward to seeing the good that they continue to accomplish in the future.”

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Fair Haven Dedicates New Park on Historic Home Site The Borough of Fair Haven officially opened its newest park on October 15, located at the end of De Normandie Avenue and overlooking the Navesink River. The park encompasses 0.6 acre of land, and is one of 10 parks and open spaces in the Borough.

The site was originally purchased in 2015 for $1.2 million with a combination of funding and support from NJDEP Green Acres/Blue Acres Grant - $655,000; Monmouth County Open Space Trust Fund Grant - $250,000; and Monmouth Conservation Foundation - $150,000. The remaining balance of the funding was provided by capital funds from the Borough of Fair Haven.

Among officials participating in the ceremonial ribbon-cutting to celebrate Williams, Albert, and Robards Park were Borough of Fair Haven Mayor Benjamin Lucarelli, Monmouth County Freeholders Gerry Scharfenberger and Susan Kiley, and Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso.

The picturesque park once was the site of a home built in 1853 by Charles Williams, a free black man. A plaque at the entrance to the

park recounts the site’s history. Land for the home was a wedding gift from the owner of the Rohallion Estates to Williams and his wife, Julia; Williams maintained the estate’s horses. Charles and Julie Williams lived in the home for the rest of their lives. Their descendants – the Williams, Albert, and Robards families – also used the house as a home and gathering place. The home was updated in the 1950s, although the historic structure was left intact.

Throughout their ownership, the family always allowed the public to use the beach on the property. These words inscribed on the plaque highlight this generosity: “It is in that spirit for which this land is preserved and protected to allow free and open access to the beautiful Navesink River for all time.”

Lucarelli said Williams, Albert, and Robards Park is a “passive park that allows for folks to relax and enjoy the magnificent views of the Navesink River.” Lucarelli also noted that there are four stone benches overlooking the river, beside a quarry dust trail.

L to R: Borough of Fair Haven Special Projects Manager DJ Breckenridge, Borough Administrator Theresa Casagrande, Councilwoman Betsy Koch, Councilman Chris Rodriguez, Councilwoman Susan Sorensen, Freeholder Gerry Scharfenberger, Mayor Benjamin Lucarelli, Freeholder Susan Kiley, Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso, and Councilwoman Jacqui Rice.

The sign for Williams, Albert, and Robards Park stands above the plaque that recounts the site’s history.

Lunch Break Hosting Holiday Toy Drive Individuals, businesses, and corporations can get into the holiday spirit by purchasing new toys and gift cards for ages newborn to 17 years, or, if preferred, make a monetary donation and Lunch Break will do the shopping. The Toy Drive collection began November 1st. The deadline for bringing unwrapped gifts to Lunch Break is December 10 by 3:00 pm.

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Lunch Break thanks its donors and volunteers for their generous support in making a child’s holiday wish come true. Toys will be distributed to families during a holiday shopping day on December 14 at Tower Hill Church in Red Bank.

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Smith also mentioned during the introduction that Jay & Silent Bob Reboot is partly a sequel to many of his films including: Mallrats, Clerks 2, and even Dogma as he thought it would be the final film in his “View Askewniverse”. However, due to the film’s positive reception from executives at Universal, Smith proudly announced he would be now be making Mallrats 2, in addition to Clerks 3.

Carson T. Smith Named Head of The Rumson Country Day School Following a comprehensive, eight-month search process, which culminated in a unanimous vote by the Board of Trustees, The Rumson Country Day School is pleased to announce Carson T. Smith as its ninth Head of School, effective July 1, 2020.

“Our community is thrilled to welcome Carson Smith as we embrace the next chapter in RCDS’s 94-year history. We are confident that he will lead the school with wisdom and passion to ensure its continued growth and success.”

Carson, who holds a master’s degree in Social Studies Education from Columbia University and a B.A. from Connecticut College, will be joining RCDS from Thayer Academy, a coed day school of 700 students in grades 5-12 in Braintree, Massachusetts, where he has been Middle School Director for the past ten years, as well as a history teacher and coach. Previously Carson served as Dean of Students, history teacher and coach at The Derryfield School, and as a math teacher, department chair, and coach at Cardigan Mountain School.

“The Rumson Country Day School is a special place, guided by people who care deeply about the school and its students,” said Carson. “The school’s emphasis on tradition, the arts, athletics and service combined with its commitment to character development, individual and social responsibility, civic awareness, and leadership creates an exceptional learning environment.

RCDS has every element of what I believe makes for a truly great school, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to lead a school that understands itself so well.”

A lifelong learner, Carson is currently a Doctor of Education candidate in Educational Policy and Leadership at Vanderbilt University. Over the course of his career, he has worked on numerous administrative and board-level committees, such as strategic planning, budget management, admissions, branding and marketing, summer programs, and development. His sense of volunteerism is reflected in his serving on a public school board, coaching local youth sports teams, and volunteering with an organization that promotes self-sufficiency, through physical fitness, in people experiencing homelessness.

Holiday Boutique to Feature Vendors Near and Far Join Congregation B’nai Israel (CBI) in Rumson on November 24 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm to get an early start on your holiday shopping. The 3rd Annual Holiday Boutique, which is free and open to the public, will feature a wide range of gift items for everyone on your shopping list. Bring the kiddos along to do some crafts while you peruse, shop, and support. A portion of the proceeds will benefit CBI, the religious school, and the preschool.

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