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RED BANK: VISCOMI WON’T RUN AS INDY

By WIL FULTON Suzanne Viscomi, who last week quit-without-quitting the Red Bank council race, confirmed Thursday that she won’t run as either a Republican or an independent. Viscomi told redbankgreen by phone that she would officially be dropping out of the race as a Republican. That leaves ex-running mate Cindy Burnham alone on the GOP ticket [...]

RED BANK: VISCOMI DISPUTES SHE QUIT RACE

Suzanne Viscomi during her 2012 council run. (Click to enlarge) By JOHN T. WARD [UPDATE: See Cindy Burham comments below] Red Bank borough council candidate Suzanne Viscomi had not in fact dropped out of the race last week, as reported by the Asbury Park Press, she says in a web posting that tees up her [...]

AMID WRECKAGE, SEA BRIGHT STARTS ANEW

Mayor Dina Long at the annual reorganization of borough government Saturday. (Photo by Wil Fulton. Click to enlarge) By WIL FULTON Though it was an eventful, tumultuous year in this small beachside community, Sea Bright’s 2013 mayor-and-council reorganization meeting brought no major shakeups Saturday. “We thought it was important at this time to keep things [...]

RED BANK: NEW YEAR, FAMILIAR FACES

The young son of new fire department Chief TD Doremus makes a beeline for his dad at Tuesday’s swearing-in. Below, Councilman Mike DuPont takes the oath of office, administered by former mayor Ben Nicosia, left, and joined by his mom, one of his children and former mayor Ed McKenna. (Click to enlarge) By JOHN T. [...]

SEA BRIGHT: COUNCIL WAIVES PERMIT FEES

Members of the borough council at Tuesday night’s meeting. (Photo by Wil Fulton. Click to enlarge) By WIL FULTON Amid complaints by residents about unresolved insurance claims and other rebuilding delays, the Sea Bright borough council rolled out several measures aimed at getting them back into their homes with less hassle and cost Tuesday night. [...]

SEA BRIGHT: EATING, REFLECTING AND RISING

Chris Wood, as seen in a video, above, and Mayor Dina Long, below, at Saturday night’s event, which raised $130,000 for Sea Bright Rising. (Photo by Wil Fulton. Click to enlarge) By WIL FULTON A hotel in Long Branch was transformed into a showcase of the area’s best culinary talents Saturday night, courtesy of the [...]

SEA BRIGHT: CHRISTIE TOUTS FOCUS ON BIZ

Joined by Mayor Dina Long and business owners, Governor Chris Christie unveiled a new cabinet-level office to focus on post-storm rebuilding efforts. (Photo by Wil Fulton. Click to enlarge) By WIL FULTON Governor Chris Christie came to Sea Bright Friday afternoon, making his second visit to the storm-ravaged community since Hurricane Sandy struck. But while [...]

SEA BRIGHT: BAIN’S IS BACK IN THE PAINT

Frank Bain working the phone and the computer in the freshly restored paint section of his hardware store. (Photos by Wil Fulton. Click to enlarge) By WIL FULTON The rebuilding process in Sea Bright took a big step forward this week when Ocean Avenue mainstay Bain’s Hardware reopened its doors to the public for the [...]

SECOND ‘MOUNTAIN’ PILES UP MEMORIES

A passerby eyes debris in the Anchorage Beach parking lot, above, while a mountain of it dominates the former Peninsula House lot, below. (Photo by Wil Fulton. Click to enlarge) By WIL FULTON Mount Sandy, meet Mount Refuse. Though smaller in stature, the mountain of debris occupying in Sea Bright’s old Peninsula House parking lot [...]

SEA BRIGHT: AMID TEARS, GUARD ROLLS OUT

Sea Bright’s tent city was largely dismantled by Friday afternoon. Below, Governor Chris Christie speaking with National Guardsmen at the site on November 9. (Photo by Wil Fulton. Click to enlarge) By WIL FULTON After six weeks of assisting displaced residents and first responders with everything from hot meals to extra clothes, Sea Bright’s tent [...]

HOT DOG CART AND CHIC EATERY BACK IN BIZ

Hot dog seller Frances Rooney poses for a photo with admirers, including Councilwoman Peggy Bills, at right above. Below, Pat Trama in his restored restaurant. (Photo by Wil Fulton. Click to enlarge) By WIL FULTON One of Sea Bright’s oldest food businesses reopened this week, and one of its newest was scheduled to do so [...]

RUMSON TEEN’S STORM VIDEO DRAWS TRAIN

A 33-minute video about Hurricane Sandy by a Rumson-Fair Haven Regional student caught the attention of the rock band Train, which will play an acoustic show in Sea Bright as a result, NJ.com reported Wednesday. Sixteen-year-old Charlotte Nagy videotaped conditions in Sea Bright and Rumson before, during and after the October 29 storm, and folded [...]

SEA BRIGHT: BAIN’S PAINTS ITS OWN FUTURE

Frank Bain outside his Ocean Avenue hardware store, where all the inventory was destroyed in Hurricane Sandy. (Photo by Wil Fulton. Click to enlarge) By WIL FULTON “This isn’t a competition,” said a stone-faced Frank Bain, when asked if his would be the first business to reopen in Sea Bright after Hurricane Sandy. But checking in [...]

SEA BRIGHT: ON TOP OF MOUNT SANDY

Rachel Pedersen and Carolyn Rigby on the Sea Bright sandpile, which attracts dog-walkers and other sightseers. (Click to enlarge) By JOHN T. WARD The beach clubs and bars may be temporarily gone, but Sea Bright appears to have a new, if temporary attraction: ‘Mount Sandy.’ Rising perhaps 40 feet above the ocean beach on which it [...]

SEA BRIGHT: GIVING THANKS BY GIVING BACK

Montclair State University student Noah Smith interviews owners of some of the hardest-hit businesses in Sea Bright and the volunteers who spent last weekend helping them out. (Thanks to Debbie Galant of the New Jersey News Commons for passing this along.)


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    • 06.20 - Neighbors Helping Neighbors at MTPL Middletown Main Library hosts a free weekly Thursday morning meeting of the support group for people who are re—entering the job market, struggling small business owners and anyone looking for part—time or volunteer work.
    • 06.20 - Final Exam Study Session for Teens Middletown Main Library hosts a study session in the air conditioned community room, with tutors and snacks available and no registration required.
    • 06.20 - Yoga Kids at RBPL The Avice Noblett Children's Room at Red Bank Public Library hosts free yoga sesions for kids ages 5 and up, conducted by Alice Balzarini. Registration required; bring your own mat.
    • 06.20 - Chris Roselle Appearing at Basil T's for several Thursday night sets.
    • 06.20 - PRESENT LAUGHTER Two River Theater Company revisits the works of Noel Coward with this witty and sophisticated 'valentine to the theater,' in which Tony nominated Broadway stage star Michael Cumpsty stars as the debonair, mature and very neurotic leading man Gary Essendine. David Lee (creator of TV's FRASIER) directs.
    • 06.20 - Rock N Roll Karaoke The band from NYC's Arlene's Grocery hosts this popular weekly feature at The Downtown, in which civilian hopefuls can front a hard—rocking combo on any of a couple hundred classic rock favorites.
    • 06.21 - Yoga for Adults Amy Novak leads a free Friday afternoon session at Red Bank Library. No registration required; bring your own mat.
    • 06.21 - Harry & Joel Those cats from Cats, Diamonds and other legendary Jersey Shore bands return to Basil T's for several Friday night sets.
    • 06.21 - PRESENT LAUGHTER Two River Theater Company revisits the works of Noel Coward with this witty and sophisticated 'valentine to the theater,' in which Tony nominated Broadway stage star Michael Cumpsty stars as the debonair, mature and very neurotic leading man Gary Essendine. David Lee (creator of TV's FRASIER) directs.
    • 06.21 - Tracy Morgan The Emmy nominated star of 30 ROCK (and SNL and Kevin Smith flicks etc.) returns to Red Bank for another standup stopover on the Basie boards.
    • 06.21 - Matt Noffsinger at Walt Street Pub Appearing at station stop Red Bank for some Friday night sets.
    • 06.21 - Jukebox Criminals Appearing upstairs at The Downtown.
    • 06.22 - AAUW Used Booksale Thousands of best sellers, children's books, paperbacks, DVDs and more at bargain basement prices — as the American Association of University Women used book sale continues every Saturday (except holidays) in the spacious basement of the Old First Church in Middletown.
    • 06.22 - The Great Outdoor Family Festival The Great Lawn at the Lincroft campus of Brookdale Community College is the setting for a celebration of the great outdoors, presented by the neighboring Monmouth Museum (with local private and nonprofit partners) as a way of encouraging everyone to take a 'staycation' and support the economy of our Jersey Shore. Featured are games and activities, live music, camping demos, nature crafts, artwork, story—telling, entertainment, antique cars, bumper cars, miniature golf, boardwalk treats, souvenirs and guided tours through the museum's featured exhibition, America Hits the Road. Rain date is Sunday, June 23.
    • 06.22 - One on One Help with Your Resume at RBPL Red Bank Public Library offers hourlong sessions by appointment with librarian volunteers, who assist job seekers with creating or updating a resume to compete effectively in today's job market. Please call or visit the Reference Desk to sign up for this free program.
    • 06.22 - Collage Klatch at RBPL Red Bank Public Library's local history librarian Elizabeth McDermott hosts a free monthly session open to anyone interested in the art of collage. No registration necessary; pick up a materials list at the library.
    • 06.22 - Falun Dafa Cultivation Class Middletown Main Library hosts an introduction to the Chinese self cultivation practice (aka Falun Gong) that improves mental and physical wellness through a series of easy to learn exercises, meditation and development of one's Heart/Mind Nature (Xinxing).
    • 06.22 - PRESENT LAUGHTER Two River Theater Company revisits the works of Noel Coward with this witty and sophisticated 'valentine to the theater,' in which Tony nominated Broadway stage star Michael Cumpsty stars as the debonair, mature and very neurotic leading man Gary Essendine. David Lee (creator of TV's FRASIER) directs. Shows at 3pm and 8pm.
    • 06.22 - Red Bank StreetLife The summertime Saturday night series of free local music showcases returns to the sidewalks and storefronts of the borough’s business district for a 13th season, with performers and locations TBA.
    • 06.22 - Steve and Johnny Appearing at Basil T's for several Saturday night sets.
    • 06.22 - An Evening with Terence Blanchard at CBA As a fundraiser for the Performing Arts programs at Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft, the CBA Jazz Series presents the five time Grammy winning trumpeter, composer, arranger and bandleader in the intimate setting of the school's Henderson Theatre. He'll be joined in the Terence Blanchard Group by special guests Ravi Coltrane, Jeff 'Tain' Watts, Robert Hurst III and Fabian Almazan for a set that draws from his new release MAGNETIC and a catalog that includes acclaimed jazz albums, film scores and a voice role in THE PRINCESS & THE FROG. Seating is limited to 350 tickets; an additional 25 dollars allows access to a cocktail reception prior to the show. Click for phone link to reserve.
    • 06.22 - The Fab Faux Will (LETTERMAN) Lee, Jimmy (CONAN) Vivino and the rest of the 'greatest Beatles tribute band ever' make their yearly sojourn to the Count Basie, joined by The Hogshead Horns and the Creme Tangerine Strings in a special performance of THE WHITE ALBUM entirety — with proceeds dedicated to the Basie's ongoing programs.
    • 06.22 - Hold On Tight Appearing upstairs at The Downtown.
    • 06.23 - Red Bank Farmers Market Fresh, locally grown produce from some of New Jerseys finest farmers, plus equally homegrown crafts, at this Sunday morning staple running May through the end of November in the Galleria parking lot.
    • 06.23 - Learn to Row Day in Red Bank Navesink River Rowing invites the public to an Open House event at its Red Bank launch for those interested in learning about rowing, with free mini lessons, site tours, demonstrations and more, from 9 to 1. Activities for all ages on land and on the river, and a chance to sign up for NRR's youth programs for rowers 14 and up.
    • 06.23 - Boating and BBQ in River Plaza Chris's River Plaza Marina is the setting for a free morning and early afternoon (10am to 2pm) of canoeing on the Swimming River, with canoes, life vests and paddles provided (you bring the hat, sunscreen, bug spray and water). Then from 1pm to 3pm, enjoy a cookout featuring burgers, dogs and brats (15 dollars adults, 6 dollars kids under 12). Click for web link for registration and further info.
    • 06.23 - PRESENT LAUGHTER FINAL PERFORMANCE. Two River Theater Company revisits the works of Noel Coward with this witty and sophisticated 'valentine to the theater,' in which Tony nominated Broadway stage star Michael Cumpsty stars as the debonair, mature and very neurotic leading man Gary Essendine. David Lee (creator of TV's FRASIER) directs.
    • 06.23 - Rockit! At the Movies Bruce Gallipani's students in the classic rock conservatory (a partnership with the Count Basie's Performing Arts Academy program) are a precision team that's raised the whammy bar high for all who think they can play the hero. We kid you not, these young players put on a shockingly sharp show, and you don't have to be someone's parent to attend and enjoy this selection of songs from such sreen classics as A HARD DAY'S NIGHT, PULP FICTION, LIVE AND LET DIE and THE BLUES BROTHERS.
    • 06.23 - Open Mic with Rob Dye and Mike Ghegan The Sunday night event is THE place to find musicians congregating, hanging out, trying new ideas, cutting up on some classics and generally enjoying one of the MUST events for Jersey Shore music fans.
    • 06.24 - Rebuild Sea Bright Day RESERVE NOW for July 1. The pool, beach and club facilities of the private Driftwood Cabana Club open to the public for a day of food, fun and fireworks on the beach, including live entertainment from 5:30pm (by Yasgur's Farm and Sea Bright favorites Brian Kirk & the Jirks), a clambake and (at 9pm) what promises to be the biggest pyrotechnics display in New Jersey this year. The event is a fundraiser for the residents of Sea Bright, and proceeds will benefit both Sea Bright Rising and a Building Permit Relief Fund established by the Stavola family. In addition, an exclusive, one—night only dinner menu will be offered at Ama Ristorante that night, also to benefit the two Sea Bright funds. Click for web and email links for advance tickets and full details about the different pricing options (Beach Bash plus Fireworks, Evening Only or Beach Bash/ Fireworks/ Dinner).
    • 06.24 - Rebuild Sea Bright Day RESERVE NOW for July 1. The pool, beach and club facilities of the private Driftwood Cabana Club open to the public for a day of food, fun and fireworks on the beach, including live entertainment from 5:30pm (by Yasgur's Farm and Sea Bright favorites Brian Kirk & the Jirks), a clambake and (at 9pm) what promises to be the biggest pyrotechnics display in New Jersey this year. The event is a fundraiser for the residents of Sea Bright, and proceeds will benefit both Sea Bright Rising and a Building Permit Relief Fund established by the Stavola family. In addition, an exclusive, one—night only dinner menu will be offered at Ama Ristorante that night, also to benefit the two Sea Bright funds. Click for web and email links for advance tickets and full details about the different pricing options (Beach Bash plus Fireworks, Evening Only or Beach Bash/ Fireworks/ Dinner).
    • 06.24 - Free movies at MTPL: LIFE OF PI Middletown Main Library hosts a free screening series of recent films — with director Ang Lee's Oscar winning adaptation of the Yann Martel novel screening at 2:30 pm.
    • 06.24 - Counting Crows/ The Wallflowers Adam Duritz and company return to the Count Basie, on the heels of their first indie release UNDERWATER SUNSHINE — with Jakob Dylan and his Grammy winning Wallflowers joining in for an evening of some of the most vivd modern rock of the 1990s and beyond.
    • 06.24 - Kit's Interactive Theater RESERVE NOW for July 1. Middletown Main Library invites ages 5 and up to join Kitty Jones in a special interactive program on pirate lore, with a chance to join the crew of 17th century pirate Grace O'Malley for a high seas adventure that features Irish jigs, folktales and sea chanteys. Adults and kids must reserve online and pick up tickets in person for this free event, prior to July 1.
    • 06.24 - Pat Guadagno at Jamian's A Monday night Red Bank tradition continues, as the Shore's celebrated 'saloon singer' resumes his weekly solo sets to Jamian's Food & Drink.
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