CHRIS KELLY staff Laurie Bonilla, Red Bank, was one of the volunteers clearing vegetation from an empty lot at the foot of Maple Avenue along the Navesink River in Red Bank June 1 so that it can be used for small boat launch. Two members of Red Bank Elks Lodge 233 were recently acknowledged for dedication to the lodge. Officer of the Year is Eileen Brennan-Watts, treasurer for the past two years, and now the lodge’s loyal knight. Named Elk of the Year was Fred “Butch” DellaPietro, the chairman of the Special Needs Committee for the past 18 years. His “special children” receive gifts from Santa at Christmas, and he also sent 26 special-needs children to the Elks’ Camp Moore in 2007.
The lodge’s exalted ruler, William Turegano, has presented a $400 donation to George Lancaster of Red Bank Lunch Break to help cover the cost of feeding those in need.
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Bank of America presented a check for $15,500 to Red Bank RiverCenter for the 2008 StreetLife series on May 7.
The summer program kicks off on the streets of Red Bank on June 7, 7 to 10 p.m. For more information, visit www.redbankrivercenter.org.
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Tuesday’s Children, a nonprofit that provides mentors to children who lost loved ones in the 9/11 attacks, is seeking volunteers in the Red Bank area.
According to the nonprofit, there are currently families in the area with children who need positive role models in their lives.
The organization which began in 2003 matches children who lost a parent on 9/11 with adult role models in the community.
Individuals interested in becoming a mentor is asked to call Danielle Cooperhouse, mentoring coordinator of Tuesday’s Children, at 212-319-3988. For more information, visit www.tuesdayschildren. org.
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“A Taste of Judaism: Are You Curious?” will be presented 8-9:30 p.m. June 5, 12 and 19 at Monmouth Reform Temple, 332 Hance Ave., Tinton Falls. Rabbi Jonathan Roos will lead the free class that explores the foundations of Jewish tradition and how Judaism addresses issues in personal and professional lives. To register or for more information, call Helene at 732-747- 9365 or helene@monmouthreformtemple. org.
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American Recreational Military Services (ARMS) will host a benefit concert to see off members of the National Guard deploying from New Jersey. The concert will be held 4 p.m. to midnight June 7 at the Stone Pony, 913 Ocean Ave., Asbury Park.
This is the largest troop deployment since World War II. The concert will be a six-string salute, and proceeds will support the shipping of boxes to troops as well as assisting families.
Suggested donation is $15. For more information, call 732-502-0600 or visit www.supportarms.org.
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The Woman’s Club of Red Bank will host a Sunday Tea 2:30 p.m. June 8 at the clubhouse at 164 Broad St. State Sen. Jennifer Beck (R-12th District) will present a posthumous honorarium for Florence Forgotson Adams and Norma Todd. The club will also acknowledge the generosity of the supporters of the water line replacement project, introduce the 2008 scholarship winners, and unveil The Woman’s Club of Red Bank Walk of Honor. Refreshments will be served. To RSVP, call 732-747-4725.
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Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church, 20 Hillcrest Road, Holmdel, will hold its Greek Festival June 5, 6-10 p.m., June 6, 5 p.m.-midnight, June 7, 3 p.m.-midnight, and June 8, noon-8 p.m. The event will feature rides, games, Greek food and pastries, folk dancing and music by Privilege Entertainment. For more information, call the church at 732-739- 1515 or visit www.kimisis.com.
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