Bridgewater, NJ June 2023

When My Father Didn’t Have My Hand, He Had My Back

Family is everything, and this month it’s all about celebrating dear old dad! While I hate to admit it, in our house, there’s no denying that my husband is the more “fun” parent. Dads know how to kick back and goof around with the kids in a way unique just to them. They are the ones who teach us how to ride a bike, tie our shoes and throw a baseball. They are the ones who are always there for us, no matter what. There’s an indescribable joy to watching my husband push our girls to be their best in a way that only he can. He is their hero. The picture above is of him and our four daughters.

As someone who lost her father unexpectedly this past year, this upcoming Father’s Day provides a moment for reflection. From my dad, I inherited my grit, can-do attitude, love of keeping busy with never-ending activities and the idea that if you’re going to attend a party, then you might as well be the life of it. He also helped develop my spitfire personality with a wicked temper that flares easily but just as quickly dissipates.

This Father’s Day, I want to take a moment to celebrate all the men out there who fill a father figure role in someone’s life. This year, treat dad to an amazing steak dinner. You do the prep work and let him grill the dinner. While somewhat of a cliché, many men really do love to grill. Turn to page 14 for tips on how to cook the perfect steak.

Here are a few other fun things to do with your dad this Father’s Day:

• Take him out for a day of fun. Go to the amusement park, play some mini-golf, or go to a baseball game.

• Deliver him breakfast in bed. Or, if you’re not much of a cook, take him out to eat.

• Give him a gift that he’ll love. This could be anything from a new grill to a gift certificate to his favorite store.

• Spend some quality time together. Go for a walk, play catch, or just sit and talk.

No matter what you do, make sure to let your dad know how much you appreciate him. He is a special person and he deserves to be celebrated. Happy Father’s Day!

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FATHER'S DAY GRILLING MADE EASY

From Selecting the Perfect Grill to Cooking the Perfect Steak, We Have Your Father’s Day Barbecue Covered

When we asked Joe LaCorte for recommendations about the best cuts of meat to serve to the men we love on Father’s Day, his suggestions came fast and furious: “Get a nice tomahawk steak, a porterhouse or a beautiful ribeye — but get them hand-cut and trimmed from a butcher,” he says.

The eponymous owner of Joe’s Meat Market in South Bound Brook — yes, the  Joe who was featured last year on Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive Ins and Dives” — has honed his skills in creating perfect cuts of meat since he started in the business at age 12. “The trick to selecting the best piece of meat is going to a quality butcher,” he says. “He will educate you on what you’re purchasing and how to cook that specific cut.”

LaCorte opened Joe’s Meat Market, which he operates with his wife, Dolly, and son, Giovanni, in 1991. Over the years, the market has developed a loyal customer base, populated by patrons-turned-friends who return for the fine ranges of quality, expertly cut meat, along with cheeses, breads, salads and sweets.

That’s decades of BBQs. Giovanni has become a master at guiding customers on

how to grill. “When cooked properly, all good cuts of meat will be delicious,” he says. “However, a bone-in cut will have even more flavor due to the marrow in the bone, which seeps into the meat when cooking.”

Since every cut is unique in thickness, Giovanni instructs customers at the point of sale on how long to cook their purchase. “In general, though, you want to make sure your grill is very hot,” he says. “Put a nice amount olive oil on the steak, then season it with salt, pepper and a little garlic powder.”

In addition to the right cut of meat, the grill you use can make the difference between an average meal and one for the history books. “When selecting a grill, you want to look at cost, quality, cooking surface size and features,” says Jason Goldan, owner of Barry’s Appliance in Bridgewater. “There are a lot of ‘throwaway’ grills out there at big box stores, but quality midlevel grills from brands like Weber and Napoleon don’t cost much more and are built to last 15 to 20 years. And higher-end brands like Lynx, Viking and Wolf can last even longer.”

ARTICLE BY PATTI ZIELINSKI PHOTOGRAPHY BY LIZ POLO, HAVANA PHOTOGRAPHY

When considering the cooking surface size, Goldan recommends thinking about how much grilling you do. “If grilling is your hobby or if you have a larger family, you should get a larger-sized grill and perhaps more features than if you are a family of two that might grill once a month,” he says.

Since a perfect sear will bring out the flavor of the meat, pay attention to the burner performance. “Entry-level and mid-level grills have burners with lower BTUs, which means the grill will take a lot longer to reach the right temperature for searing,” he says. “Searing becomes easier if you upgrade to more powerful burners with 20,000 to 25,000 BTUs.” Goldan notes that some grills — even entry-level and mid-level models — now have dedicated sear burners.

Other grill features include rotisserie burners, lights and charcoal trays. “Grilling at night with a flashlight is not easy, so the lights make all the difference when it’s dark out,” he says. “If you like to change the flavor, look for a grill that offers charcoal tray accessories. This is great if you are into smoking or using charcoal or wood chips with a traditional propane gas or natural gas grill.”

Of course, once you buy your dream grill, you’ll want to keep it in mint condition. “Maintenance is easy — if you keep up with it. When you let it go it gets more difficult because of the grease buildup,” Goldan says.

He recommends using a good grill brush to keep the grates clean and wipe the outside of the grill after use, removing any sediment that could harm the exterior, like bird droppings or rain, which contains minerals that could corrode the finish over time. It is also important to clean out the grease traps and grease trays. Goldan recommends turning the grill on high to let it burn off residual grease a few times a year. Finally, after every use, slip a good quality cover on your grill.

Not surprisingly, one of Goldan’s favorite activities is manning the grill. “I have young kids, and we love being outside cooking up good meat and entertaining,” he says. “Now that it is warm, it’s nice to have an outdoor living space where we can spend time together as a family, enjoying the weather and eating good food.”

Visit joes-meatmarket.com to see meat selections and barrysappliance.com for more great grilling recipes.

Jason Goldan, owner of Barry’s Appliance/Photo by MuSen

Photos by Karen Kwong

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GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH ZA'ATAR

• 2 lbs zucchini, sliced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp za'atar spice

• 1 tsp salt

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• Parsley, lemon, yogurt, cherry tomatoes, for garnish

Preheat grill to high heat.

In a large mixing bowl, place sliced zucchini along with olive oil, za'atar, salt and garlic. Mix to combine well.

Place zucchini on grill and cook for 10 minutes.

Turn over and cook the other side for 10 minutes more.

Place zucchini in a serving plate, top with yogurt, cherry tomatoes and parsley.

—Barry’s Appliance

"Make sure your grill is very hot. Put a nice amount olive oil on the steak, then season it with salt, pepper and a little garlic powder.”

—Giovanni LaCorte

Mission to Heal

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ARTICLE BY NANCY A. RUHLING PHOTOGRAPHY BY JILLIAN SPENCER

For Dr. Robert Monaco, who is board-certified in sports medicine, family medicine and musculoskeletal ultrasound, treating patients means going the extra mile — or in one specific case, the extra 9,052 miles.

In the summer of 2022, Monaco, who works with private patients at Atlantic Medical Group Sports Medicine at Bridgewater and who teaches workshops around the world, traveled to Phuket, Thailand, to train physicians from all over that country in musculoskeletal ultrasound.

As part of the seven-day project, which was supported by a $5,000 American

Medical Society for Sports Medicine Global Humanitarian Grant and the medical office staff at Morristown Medical Center, he and his four-member team treated patients at Vachira Phuket Hospital.

The regional hospital, which trains doctors for the School of Medicine at Walailak University, has 600 beds and a daily outpatient roster of 2,500. There are only two arthroscopic orthopedic surgeons and three physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians. What’s more, there are no sports medicine doctors in the hospital — and in the entire province for that matter.

Atlantic Health System Athletic Trainer Lauren Mastrobuoni and Dr. Robert Monaco

ROBERT MONACO TRAVELS TO THAILAND TO TEACH HOSPITAL PHYSICIANS NEW TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGY

“Sports medicine is a new area of practice in Thailand,” says Monaco, who has volunteered to teach workshops there for several years. “It’s a different medical system: The hospital is very busy. They do some things well, but they don’t have all the resources and technology that we’re accustomed to in the United States.”

Having the opportunity to diagnose and immediately treat patients — many of whom were indigent — and to train physicians in new techniques and technology, was, he says, gratifying.

“There was one athlete who could not jump without pain,” he says. “We gave him an injection of an orthobiologic called Platelet Rich Plasma, a treatment that is standard in the United States but usually is not done in Thailand. To see patients who are struggling get out of pain and function at a high level is most rewarding.”

The patients, many of whom had been waiting for months for the arrival of Monaco and his team, were extraordinarily appreciative.

“Some of them took selfies with us — that’s something you certainly don’t see in the United States,” Monaco says.

“To see patients who are struggling get out of pain and function at a high level is most rewarding.”

The U.S. team of volunteers, which included Atlantic Health System Athletic Trainer Lauren Mastrobuoni, donated a portable ultrasound unit to the hospital, which is the province’s main medical-care center and which has been rebuilding since it was wiped out in the tsunami of 2004.

But the collaboration didn’t end when the team got on the plane for the return trip home: A long-term interchange, which includes Thailand sending medical trainees here, was established.

“We check in with the hospital every six weeks and have remote learning sessions for the physicians,” Monaco says.

He hopes to get another grant to continue his work at the hospital and has tentative plans to return this year.

The experience, he says, was exhilarating — and humbling. “It’s a human story, not a medical story,” he says. “It’s about breaking down barriers. It’s special — and it’s still continuing.”

Learn more about Monaco at atlanticmedicalgroup.org/orthopedics -bridgewater

“It’s about breaking down barriers. It’s special — and it’s still continuing.”

Leading the Way

A Young Man in Search of His Future Finds His Calling at Visions & Pathways

ARTICLE BY JILL SCOTT | PHOTOGRAPHY BY DONNA GIOIA VOLPE

Teenagers and parents: It’s an age-old dynamic. Teens begin to break away and chart their own life course while parents try to ensure the path they choose is safe and productive. It’s a delicate balance. Sometimes, parents are the only foundation a child needs — but sometimes they need more.

Akiim was born in Newark. He lived with his mom, who was his rock and his friend. They moved around the state, ultimately settling in Middlesex County where he attended high school.

In general, Akiim was a good student. However, as he entered his junior year, his mom began to worry about the direction he was taking and the friends he was selecting. He failed driver’s education and seemed to be at a crossroads. Ever vigilant, Akiim’s mom wanted to be sure he made good choices but realized that he needed more guidance than she could provide.

She turned to Visions and Pathways in Bridgewater, a nonprofit organization that offers homeless and disadvantaged youth stability, counseling and a safe place to live. One of the services it offers is the Prosperity

Program, a family-centered home visitation program for youth ages 14 to 21 in Hunterdon, Warren and Somerset counties. Like Akiim, many Prosperity participants are from single-parent families or are on their own and will soon age out of foster care. The oneyear program is available to anyone within the nonprofit’s service area. After enrolling, participants receive practical education and counseling through home visits, one-on-one counseling, individual and group mentoring, and workshops. They receive instruction in independent-living skills, financial responsibility, career counseling, job search and applications, interview preparation, cultural awareness and civic responsibility, volunteerism and more.

In addition to providing trained counselors, Visions and Pathways has developed relationships with corporations that provide volunteers who assist participants in reaching their personal goals. Ultimately, the Prosperity Program decreases the probability of long-term dependence on public assistance, incarceration and other detrimental life experiences.

Akiim first met his counselor, Steve, during his junior year in high school. At the time, Akiim was unclear what his future would look like. Steve knew that the first step in any relationship is mutual trust. Through home visits and on-site meetings, Steve and Akiim developed a close relationship. Steve gave Akiim a Casey Life Skills Assessment, which is a tool that assesses a person’s unique strengths, behaviors and challenges. It enables counselors to tailor a plan that best positions a participant for long-term success.

From there, Steve and Akiim began crafting a plan. Their first objective was to get Akiim a driver’s license, which he obtained with Steve’s help. The two met regularly and explored Akiim’s interests, challenges, concerns and goals and weighed what career paths those elements suggested.

They discussed Akiim’s next steps — enrolling in college or a trade school or enlisting in the military — and under Steve’s direction, Akiim sharpened practical skills such as resume writing, interview etiquette and dress, and how to manage his finances once he started working.

Akiim decided to attend trade school to become an electrician and enrolled in a program with Jersey Central Power & Light in 2021. “In 10 years, I see myself finished with trade school and growing my dog breeding business, 973 Kennels. I will be a full-time electrician and have a thriving kennel,” he says.

While completing the program, Akiim spent time at Visions and Pathways where he developed an appreciation for the organization’s work. He viewed, firsthand, the positive impact the staff had on young lives. “The residents are amazing young men and women who strive to do better and be better despite adversity,” he says.

To earn money while at trade school, Akiim applied for a job at Visions and Pathways. He currently is a Resident Advisor in two of the residential houses, where he keeps residents safe and on schedule, offers assistance when needed and provides transportation to and from school, work and interviews.

Akiim has now come full circle. He is proud of the work he is doing and of the progress made by the young people with whom he works. “Visions and Pathways will 100 percent impact your life for the greater,” he advises people who are where he once was. “However, you still need to use our program and facilities to the best of your ability to be the best you can be.”

Visit  visionsandpathways.org to learn about upcoming events as well as how you can help through donations or volunteering.

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OUR NEIGHBORING TOWN OF SOMERVILLE IS COOKING UP DAYS OF WARM-WEATHER FUN

ARTICLE BY PATTI ZIELINSKI PHOTOGRAPHY BY DOWNTOWN SOMERVILLE ALLIANCE

Ah, the lazy days of summer are almost here.

And lucky us! We don’t have to travel far — or spend a lot of money — to fill our hours with exceptional family fun. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, our county seat of Somerville has months of entertainment covered.

“There are fun, educational and meaningful activities that families can enjoy right in our own backyard,” says Natalie Pineiro, executive director of the Downtown Somerville Alliance. “We provide programming with a focus on the arts, culture and tourism.”

Somerville launches its season with the adrenaline-pumping Tour of Somerville, the oldest competitive bicycle race in the country since cyclists took the inaugural lap in 1940. Pineiro estimates about 2,000 spectators line the race route, watching elite cyclists from around the world compete. Families can experience the route prior to the event by registering for the Family Fun Ride sponsored by Somerville Recreation.

In another longstanding tradition, collector cars have lined the Somerville streets on Friday nights for the past three decades. Around 1,500 spectators come to town to marvel at lovingly restored classics, custom cars, new cars, motorcycles and more during Somerville’s Cruise Nights.

The Summer Stage Concert Series brings a variety of music performances to Division Street every Saturday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day. This summer, look out for the Tyrone Stackhouse Project, Stepbrothers Band, Al Gold & Cold in Hand, Diamond Eye Jack, King Elvis Tribute Show, Green Planet Band and others. Bring a chair but get ready to dance. Want even more music? Downtown Somerville is bringing back Show Tune Sundays, which feature Broadway acts, like Lauren Palmeri ( Beauty and the Beast national tour), Daryl Stewart ( Into the Woods) and Daniel Belnavis ( Hamilton , first national tour) who delighted crowds last summer.

Feeling nostalgic for a good ole fashioned drive-in movie, just watching a Hollywood classic under the stars? Somerville conjures this feeling with the Starlit Cinema Series on Thursday nights. This beloved activity is a great occasion for families to bring their chairs to Division Street, get takeout or dessert from one of the local restaurants and watch a film with neighbors and friends. And while you’re downtown, hunt for the portraits of acting legends Paul Robeson and Lee Van Cleef, who grew up in The Ville.

This month, Somerville hosts the annual Street Fair and Craft Show on June 4 and celebrates Pride Month. And all summer long, families can enjoy the Instagram-worthy Charm Field, a whimsical sculpture garden on the lawn of the historic Somerset County Courthouse created by Brooklyn-based artists Adam Frezza and Terri Chiao, also known as “Chiaozza.”

See the calendar of events at  downtownsomerville. com . As you’re having fun in Somerville or elsewhere local this summer, snap photos and tag us on Instagram  @bridgewater_somerset_hills.

“There are fun, educational and meaningful activities that families can enjoy right in our own backyard.”

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MAKE AN IMPACT FOR DAD

Memorable Ways to Celebrate The Father Figure in Your Life

What do you buy for the man who has everything? Perhaps an experience oriented around what dads value most— time together —is just what he needs. Fathers and father figures are invaluable in our lives. They help shape and mold us. They’re there for us and support us. If you haven’t already planned something special, take a look at our list of ideas and circle your favorites. If you have kids, let them join in the fun too!

Whether you decide to spend a day at home or enjoy a day on the town, these innovative celebration ideas will include fun for the whole family and make Dad feel loved. Whatever activity or surprise you land on to show your dad, husband, brother or father figure your appreciation for all they do, the most important thing is that you all get to spend some quality time together.

COOK SOMETHING ADVENTUROUS

If some of Dad’s role models include Gordon Ramsay and Bobby Flay, consider thinking outside the box and create a meal with something you wouldn’t usually go for like bison burgers or grilled octopus tentacles. Tackling a complex recipe may seem challenging but the memories and the meal will be worth it.

GO ON A BIKE RIDE

Find a local trail you haven’t tried before, load up the bikes and set out for a day of riding. Finish off the day with a nice meal out after all your hard work.

MAKE A TIME CAPSULE

Dig a hole in your backyard and have Dad help the kids gather items around the house (like a current newspaper or flyers) and put them in a waterproof bag.

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THROUGH JUNE 11TH

Peony’s Envy Display Garden Opens

PEONY’S ENVY, 34 AUTUMN HILL RD., BERNARDSVILLE | 10:00 AM

Catch the gorgeous blooms while you still can! Plan a spring visit to Peony’s Envy. peonysenvy.com

JUNE 2ND Relay for Life

DUKE ISLAND PARK, 191 OLD YORK RD., BRIDGEWATER | 5:00 PM

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life movement is the world’s largest peer-to-peer fundraising event dedicated to saving lives from cancer. http://bit.ly/40iGf9W

JUNE 3RD

Corner House

Bluegrass Saturday’s –Burnt Mills Highballers

FLOUNDER BREWING CO., 2 CLERICO LN., BLDG. 4, HILLSBOROUGH | 6:00 PM Come listen to the Burnt Mills Highballers, an old-time string band based in Milford. flounderbrewing.com

CAPTURING WEDDINGS & ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS IN A PHOTOJOURNALISTIC AND CANDID STYLE, AS WELL AS, CREATIVE FAMILY SESSIONS.

JUNE 4TH

3rd Annual IGP Laps For

Lex 5K Run & 1M Walk

DUKE ISLAND PARK, 191 OLD YORK RD., BRIDGEWATER |

9:30 AM

The event, sponsored by the Iron Girl Project, benefits the Alexea G. Karpinski Memorial Scholarship, which honors this aspiring twosport D1 athlete and Honor Roll student at Hunterdon Central Regional High School who passed away suddenly in 2020. irongirlproject.org

JUNE 4TH

Spring Shedfest: Raritan Headwaters Music Festival

FAIRVIEW FARM WILDLIFE

PRESERVE, 2121 LARGER CROSS RD., BEDMINSTER |

2:00 PM

Shedfest is an outdoor music festival benefiting Raritan Headwaters Association, the local nonprofit watershed watchdog. raritanheadwaters.org

JUNE 9TH - 25TH

Murder by the Book

SOMERSET VALLEY

PLAYERS, 689 AMWELL RD., HILLSBOROUGH

Crisp, witty exchanges pepper this lighthearted and inventive thriller that unfolds with a series of macabre twists. svptheatre.org

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JUNE 9TH - 11TH

Jesus Christ Superstar STATE THEATRE NEW JERSEY, 15 LIVINGSTON AVE., NEW BRUNSWICK | 7:30 PM

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic musical phenomenon returns to the stage stnj.org

JUNE 9TH

Kimberly A. Nelson Foundation Sing-Off

BRIDGEWATER-RARITAN HIGH SCHOOL, 600 GARRETSON RD., BRIDGEWATER | 7:00 PM

The 10th annual Bridgewater SingOff will showcase the singing talents of local high school students while raising funds for the Kimberly A. Nelson Foundation, which honors the memory of this talented and beloved member of the Bridgewater-Raritan High School Class of 2010 through scholarships and financial support of music programs. kimsway.org

JUNE 10TH

Nektar: “Remember the Future”

50th Anniversary Tour

458 NORTH AVE., DUNELLEN | 8:00 PM

For more than 50 years, prog-rock band Nektar has taken legions of fans on audio-visual journeys to far reaches of the universe and the depths of the ocean with their immersive blend of sight and sound. nektarsmusic.com

JUNE 15TH - 18TH

Right to be Forgotten

SIEMINSKI THEATER

CULTURAL ARTS CENTER, 8000 FELLOWSHIP RD., BASKING RIDGE

No one escapes the internet. Intrigue, lies and political double-dealing abound in this compelling new drama about one man’s attempt to erase a youthful indiscretion. sieminskitheater.org

JUNE 21ST

Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers

MAYO PERFORMING ARTS

CENTER, 100 SOUTH ST., MORRISTOWN | 7:30 PM

Bruce Hornsby first rose to prominence with “The Way It Is,” his 1986 Grammy-winning debut album.  mayoarts.org

JUNE 22ND

Mah Jongg Tournament

SHIMON AND SARA BIRNBAUM

JEWISH COMMUNITY

CENTER, 775 TALAMINI RD., BRIDGEWATER  | 8:30 AM

The $60-per-person fee includes breakfast, lunch, snacks and six rounds of play. Proceeds benefit the JCC Special Needs programs.  ssbjcc.org

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