The Optimist Club of Jackson has selected this year’s recipients for its Business of the Year and the Citizen/Family of the Year awards.
CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township, has been selected as the Business of the Year and the Black family of Jackson the Citizen/Family of the Year according to cclub President Joe Kienzlen.
The gala event will be held April 8 at the View Restaurant in Lakewood.
According to Kienzlen, CentraState Medical Center was chosen because it has been very involved in the community through its Medical Arts Pavilion at Jackson. In addition, the medical center has been committed to the Optimist sponsored program, Camp Quality.
Camp Quality is a weeklong sleepover camp for children with cancer. The program was held in June at Blairstown.
This year’s citizen of the year is an entire family, according to Kienzlen.
Kienzlen said the Blacks have been involved in their community for decades. Dan Black, a former mayor, is an active member of the Kiwanis and his wife Vicki has been a large part of that organization’s success over the past few years. Their sons work with their parents at community fund-raisers and special events. Kienzlen also said that Diane Black (Dan’s mother) is a vital part of the township’s Commission for the Disabled, serving as its secretary for the past few years, and has been an active community volunteer for many years.
The cost of the tickets is $75 and includes, dinner, dancing, silent auction, two-hour open bar and entertainment.
A portion of the proceeds from this year’s event will benefit Camp Quality and several local children’s charities.
For tickets or more information call (732) 363-1346 or send an e-mail to JKienzlen@aol.com.
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, of Howell, has announced that two new sales associates have joined the office.
Helena Botticelli and Joseph “Joe” Romaszka both have had a strong background in the financial world, according to Maureen Coopey, manager.
Botticelli a resident of Jackson, is married with one daughter. She was a director of credit before earning her real estate license.
Romaszka was in the corporate financial and accounting world since 1962, most recently having served as controller for the Music Performance Trust Fund. He and his wife lived in Freehold for 30 years before relocating to Jackson.
Sam’s Club, Freehold Township, will hold an “Office Merchandise Showcase” event for small business professionals Jan. 27 from 7-10 a.m. at its facility, 100 Trotters Way. The event will feature a selection of office and break-room supplies showcased in two display settings, and local business owners will receive a complimentary breakfast. For more information, call Sam’s Club, (732) 780-4477.
Brookdale Community College, Newman Springs Road, Lincroft section of Middletown, will host the 15th “Jersey Shore Home Show” Jan. 14 from 1-9 p.m., Jan. 15 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Jan. 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The show is sponsored by MacEvents, Spring Lake, and will feature approximately 125 displays, and a marketplace of decorating trends and products. Cost is $7, $5 for children age 12-17 and seniors (Jan. 14 only) and free for children younger than age 12. For more information, call 1-800-332-3976 or visit www.MacEvents.com.
“Cell Phones for Soldiers” is a program that helps soldiers stationed in Iraq and overseas to call home. Until April 30 those who want to donate their used cell phones, no matter what the condition, can drop them off at the office of Donald Randazzo at Liberty Tax Service, 1184 Fisher Blvd., Toms River. Liberty Tax Service will pay to have the phones repaired and refurbished and send them to our soldiers overseas. The office is located near a 20-foot replica of the Statue of Liberty.
The idea for “Cell Phones for Soldiers” came from 13-year-old Brittany Bergquist and her 12-year-old brother Robbie of Norwell, Mass. They had heard a news story about an American soldier in Iraq with a staggering phone bill and they used their snack money to start the campaign.
The Monmouth-Ocean Chapter of the New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners (NJAWBO) will host a dinner meeting Jan. 27 at 6 p.m. at the Old Time Tavern at Routes 37 and 166 in Toms River. The topic for this month’s dinner meeting is “What Every Woman Should Know about Social Security.”
Dave Delaney, senior public affairs specialist for the New Jersey Area Office of the Social Security Administration, will make a presentation at the meeting and answer questions.
The cost for the event is $35 for members and $40 for nonmembers. Reservations are required and must be made on or before Jan. 21. Call (732) 775-8900 to reserve a spot.
Diane Turton, president, owner and broker of record for Diane Turton, Realtors, was recently presented the “2004 Athena Award” by the Western Monmouth Chamber of Commerce (WMCC) during its 19th annual Athena Award luncheon. The award program celebrates the potential of all women as valued members and leaders of the community. Turton was also recognized for her efforts to counsel, encourage and mentor women who are entering the workforce, moving forward in their careers or returning to work.
The Athena Award program was created in 1982 by a chamber of commerce in Michigan with the goal of focusing on outstanding women professionals and executives in the community. A second
The Monmouth-Ocean Chapter of the New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners (NJAWBO) will host a dinner meeting Jan. 27 at 6 p.m. at the Old Time Tavern at Routes 37 and 166 in Toms River. The topic for this month’s dinner meeting is “What Every Woman Should Know about Social Security.”
Dave Delaney, senior public affairs specialist for the New Jersey Area Office of the Social Security Administration, will make a presentation at the meeting and answer questions.
The cost for the event is $35 for members and $40 for nonmembers. Reservations are required and must be made on or before Jan. 21. Call (732) 775-8900 to reserve a spot.
Diane Turton, president, owner and broker of record for Diane Turton, Realtors, was recently presented the “2004 Athena Award” by the Western Monmouth Chamber of Commerce (WMCC) during its 19th annual Athena Award luncheon. The award program celebrates the potential of all women as valued members and leaders of the community. Turton was also recognized for her efforts to counsel, encourage and mentor women who are entering the workforce, moving forward in their careers or returning to work.
The Athena Award program was created in 1982 by a chamber of commerce in Michigan with the goal of focusing on outstanding women professionals and executives in the community. A second
goal was to open leadership opportunities for women in the chamber of commerce and the community’s workplaces. The WMCC is currently the only chamber of commerce in New Jersey to honor individuals with this prestigious award.
Active in the residential real estate industry in New Jersey and south Florida, Turton participates in a wide range of community activities and supports many causes, charities, fund-raisers and drives. Her efforts have earned her numerous awards including the 2004 Humanitarian of the Year Award from the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Additionally, she was named one of the Garden State’s Women of Influence for 2004, an honor presented by NJBiz Magazine. In 2005, Turton will be presented the Clara Barton Humanitarian Award by the American Red Cross Jersey Shore Chapter as well as the Distinguished Citizens Award by the Boy Scouts, Jersey Shore Council which will be presented to Turton along with her husband, Bruce.
The Howell Chamber of Commerce will meet Jan. 24 at 5:30 p.m. at Our House Tavern. The topic will be meet the “New Mayor and Council.” Those who attend will hear what the future plans are for Howell, the status of current projects, and have their questions answered. The cost is $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers. Reservations are required. Call
(732) 363-4114.
An after-hours business card exchange will be held Feb. 23 by the Howell Chamber of Commerce at Independence Bank on the corner of Route 9 north and Salem Hill Road. The event will include a “Meet the Local Artist,” Jim Stanberry from Stan-berry Insurance. Stanberry’s watercolor art will be on display. The cost is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. Call the chamber office at (732) 363-4114.