March 15, 2013
Co-authored by M. Hon and M. Ciavolino
Pres. Elect Mika Hon chaired the meeting
Pledge: Al Peskoe
Invocation: Paul Peacock
Kris Mistretta was welcomed as a prospective member
Jorge Martinez introduced his group from AUSA
The first order of business was to squash the incorrect usage of Member Proposal emails. When a member is proposed via email the correct procedure is to ONLY RESPOND WHEN PUTTING FORTH AN OBJECTION and to do absolutely nothing if you agree with the prospective member joining the club. Otherwise complete anarchy and mayhem ensues mixed with some hurt feelings.
Next announcement concerned our Art Show:
One of the most significant changes for this year is a reduced price of only $40 per ticket for the event. The Art Show will be held at the fabulous Deal Country Club on April 25th from 5:30 to 8:30 pm.
• The evening will feature curated artwork for sale from many of the area’s top artists. Artists tentatively scheduled to appear include:
Ana Monique Oesterheld
Art Nelson
Frank Colaguori
Frank DiGiovanni
Megan Heath Gilhool
Joey No
Leora Asa
Annette Margulies
Michael Ciccotello
Kate Grady
Carolyn Roche
Mike Menendez
•craft beer and wine samplings from Shore Point Distributors
•coffee samplings from local roaster Rook Coffee Roasters
•acoustic music by local artists Tom and Tom
•hot and cold passed Hors D'oeuvres, a pasta station, and a Tuscan salad station
•many raffle items
Last September, the Long Branch community lost a very dedicated Special Education professional, Mrs. Karen Hansen. She taught in the Long Branch School System for more than 25 years. Countless children needing special attention in their education are now productive adults due to the caring efforts provided by Karen and the many Special Education Professionals in our schools. Karen’s one wish was to be able to help those aspiring to enter this rewarding field. Her family has established the Karen Hansen Memorial Scholarship Fund and all the proceeds from our event will go to it.
For tickets in advance for the Art Show or more information, please go to rclb.bigcartel.com or call 848-391-5181.
Monday the 25th Shore Regional will need help picking up food at the High School. Bob Celli, Gordon Heggie, Brian Berry, Ken Gittell and Mika Hon volunteered.
A great presentation was given by Jorge Martinez from the Association of the United States Army. The AUSA is a professional and educational association dedicated to being a voice for the United States Army. Acting as the voice of every American Soldier, the AUSA fosters public support of the Army’s role in national security and provides critically needed professional education and information programs.
The AUSA is a local link between area businesses and soldiers. For more information, visit them at www.ausa.org
50/50 was won by Bob Celli