Kumon Math and Reading Center of Morganville recently honored more than 15 students for their academic achievement and advanced study. The students received awards for mastering basic algebra and studying above their grade level.
Kiran Chahil, who owns Kumon of Morganville and also works as an instructor at the school, expressed her pride in recognizing the great strides the students have made toward their educational goals. She said the students are role models for their peers and fellow Kumon students.
During the event, New Jersey-Pennsylvania branch leader Walter Bass spoke about the importance of advanced study and how the study skills children develop at Kumon will help them in school, on tests and in life.
Kumon is an after-school math and reading program that unlocks the potential of children by motivating them to achieve more on their own. The Kumon Math and Reading Center of Morganville is at 23 Kilmer Drive. Details: 732-972-9722.
Oluseun Sowemimo, M.D. (Dr. Seun), of Prime Surgicare, has announced he is performing the VNUS Closure procedure, a minimally invasive, office-based treatment to eliminate painful and unsightly varicose veins. The FDA-approved procedure uses radiofrequency heat placed directly into the wall of the saphenous vein in the thigh. His practice is at the Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus, CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township, where he is also a member of the hospital staff. Details: 732- 637-6370.
Paula Garrett, president of The Tradeshow Connector Inc., Manalapan, has self-published a cookbook called “Minute to Miracle Recipes.” According to Garrett, in dealing with many clients throughout the United States, she realized that in this economic environment, men and woman who work full-time had a need for affordable, easy and healthy recipes and decided to create the book.
Garrett has won “The Hosgood Garlic Contest” and “The Manichewitz Memory Of the Week” award. Although her role in corporate America is helping companies plan trade shows, she said she will continue to promote her new creation.
Business Leads Networking of Manalapan is an independent networking group that accepts one person per occupation/category. Members meet Tuesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. in Manalapan. Details: 732-598- 7004.
Nonna’s Citi Cucina, formerly known as Nonna’s Italian Feast, has reopened at 190 Route 9, Marlboro. According to coowners Joe Mosco and Rob Kash, Citi Cucina not only offers diners an entirely new menu, but a top-to-bottom interior remodeling in amber and chocolate tones that features an expanded bar/lounge with a wine wall, plush booths, an onyx community table that is lit from below, two dining rooms and a private dining room for social and corporate events.
The owners of Citi Cucina collaborated with Chef Rino Aprea, of Areo’s, Brooklyn, N.Y., to create a new menu that they believe reflects a more modern and refined interpretation of classic Italian fare.
Mosco, who also co-owns Metropolitan Café, and formerly co-owned Café Calore and 75 South, all in Freehold, said that after 10 years, they felt it was time for a change.
The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily. Details: 732-536-9050 or visit the website at www.nonnasnj.net.
The OceanFirst Foundation, in collaboration with the Lakewood BlueClaws, WOBM-FM and WOBM-AM, has announced the return of the “Home Runs for Heroes” program.
The program, which successfully debuted in 2009, resulted in a donation of $24,000 to local charities that provide essential support to veterans and active duty members of the United States military.
Nine charities are each matched up with one of nine BlueClaws player positions. Every time the BlueClaws hit a home run during a home game, the charity corresponding to the home run hitter will receive a $1,000 donation from OceanFirst Foundation.
Urban Socialites, a social network group for young professionals who work, live and play in New Jersey, will host a Labor Day party from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sept. 4 at Knob Hill Country Club, Manalapan. Tickets are $45 in advance; more at the door. Membership in Urban Socialites is $65 and members will receive $10 off the admission fee to the party. The party will feature special appearances by New Jersey Nets, plus coupons for discounts at any Brooks Brothers stores, raffles, gift giveaways, food, drinks, and more. Details: 732- 252-6372 or visit the Internet website at www.urbansocialitesnj.com.
The Goddard School, 15 School Road East, Marlboro, is hosting a “Come Grow With Us” weeklong open house, through Aug. 6. The school’s “Learning Safari” is looking for “adventurers” of all ages, with openings still available in the full-day kindergarten program. Details: 732-303-7877.
The Howell Chamber of Commerce will host a Breakfast Bonanza networking event from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Aug. 6 at Panera Bread, 4715 Route 9 north, Howell. Rob Imperato, a life empowerment coach, will offer a presentation. The event is free to chamber members and $5 for prospective members. Refreshments will be sold. For more information, contact the Howell Chamber of Commerce at 732-363-4114 or [email protected]. Visit the website at www.howellchamber.com for updated information, as changes do occur at the last minute.
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