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GREEN DAY ON THE GREEN

redbankgreen hit the streets and taverns from Red Bank to Sea Bright Wednesday in search of St. Patrick’s Day celebrants, and found no shortage.
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WET WEATHER LINGERS FOLLOWING STORM

In the aftermath of the storm, a car parked on Branch Avenue in Little Silver was crushed by a falling tree limb Sunday. (Click to enlarge; photo courtesy of Anthony Trufolo)
Seven people died in weather-related accidents and nearly half a million homes were without power at the peak of the weekend storm that socked New [...]

WHERE HAVE I SEEN THIS?

Last week’s ‘Where’ showed a detail of the beautiful woodwork in the eaves of the Little Silver Train Station.
A handful of readers got right on board.

LITTLE SILVER COP ARRESTED FOR ASSAULT

The alleged assault on a borough man occurred at the borough police station, the Press reports.
By DUSTIN RACIOPPI
A Little Silver police officer was arrested Thursday afternoon for allegedly hitting a handcuffed defendant and trying to get a witness lie about it, the Asbury Park Press reported today.
County authorities arrested Steven Solari, 36, and charged [...]

EMPLOYEES SCORCHED BY PIZZERIA CLOSING

After more than 30 years in business, Danny’s is ending its run and owners from Long Branch will take over. (Photo by Dustin Racioppi)
By DUSTIN RACIOPPI
Danny’s Pizza & Subs, a Little Silver landmark for nearly 40 years, is shutting its doors after selling to buyers from Long Branch, employees told redbankgreen.
The eatery, which has looked [...]

WHERE HAVE I SEEN THIS?

The oculus — that’s a fancy-schmancy word for ‘hole in the wall’ — shown in last week’s Where apparently doesn’t get much attention.

FOLIAGE OF A DIFFERENT COLOR

OK, this season’s leaves aren’t as pale as this one, found yesterday on  newly painted pavement lines at Seven Bridge and Point Roads in Little Silver.
But if it seems the crop of fallen leaves isn’t as overall  crimson and radiant gold as in years past, all that rain we had this summer may be the [...]

LITTLE SILVER MEMORIAL PLAN ADVANCES

A proposed plan for the memorial park on a parcel of vacant Prospect Avenue land. (Click to enlarge)
By DUSTIN RACIOPPI
An old idea to memorialize war dead and other notables from Little Silver is finally getting some legs beneath it. All it needs now is a little money to get going.
The borough recently applied for a [...]

LOCAL FOODIES TUNE INTO TUNISIA

In their endless quest for new flavor and cultures, American foodies have apparently decided that the north African country of Tunisia is the hot new thing, palettewise.
Last Thursday night, several dozen of them turned out for an invite-only tasting of Tunisian condiments and a full meal prepared with Tunisian ingredients in the greenhouse at Sickles [...]

LITTLE SILVER STATION LOT TO GET UPGRADES

The lot is owned by NJ Transit but operated by the borough. (Photo by Dustin Racioppi)
By DUSTIN RACIOPPI
Fifteen years without repairs have taken a toll on the Little Silver train station parking lot, but the borough has started the process to bring the large commuter space up to snuff.
It could be a long process, though, [...]


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    • 03.18 - HAMMETT The 1983 mystery film — a fanciful detective story with Fredric Forrest as the real life author Dashiell Hammett —screens for free at the Monmouth County Library's Eastern Branch, with showings at 2 and 7pm.
    • 03.18 - Red Bank Documentary Film Series Film critic Joan Ellis is your host as The Atrium at Navesink Harbor (that's the elegant hi—rise senior residence on Riverside Avenue) continues a free monthly series of doc screenings and discussions, with popcorn and candy on the house. Tonight it's the 1984 film THE GOOD FIGHT, a portrait of The Abraham Lincoln Brigade and the American volunteer force's struggle against the Fascists during the Spanish Civil War. Reserve by phone for all events.
    • 03.18 - The authors of THREE BROWN EYED GIRLS As part of Women's History Month, The Red Bank Library hosts an appearance by authors Rosemary Calabretta, Rosaleen Rooney Myers and V.G. Wells, with a presentation on 'how three women from different backgrounds met, bonded, told their stories to one another, and decided to take the leap and publish their book.' Also featured will be a book signing, and a panel discussion on 'work. family, the writing process, self publishing and more.'
    • 03.18 - CINDERELLA The students of Red Bank Regional High School (including Governors Award winning vocalist Michael Anderson as Prince Charming) present the Rodgers & Hammerstein musical of the classic fairy tale, with a cast of child performers as Cinderella's animal friends, and the tile role shared by Marie Ferguson and Patricia Blair.
    • 03.18 - Two River Tour de Yoga concert The band Wah! presents a concert at Rumson Presbyterian Church as part of the Two River Tour de Yoga (a promotion that includes Blue Moon Yoga of Shrewsbury, Brahma Yoga Spa of Sea Bright, Dancing Foot Yoga of Red Bank, Fair Haven Yoga and Synergy Yoga of Fair Haven). Promotion runs four days between March 17 and 20; tix and details available at any of the participating studios or at blueyoga.net.
    • 03.18 - Rock N Roll Karaoke (upstairs) The band from NYC's Arlene's Grocery hosts this popular weekly feature, in which civilian hopefuls can front a hard—rocking combo on any of a couple hundred classic rock favorites.
    • 03.18 - Monmouth County Teen Arts Festival More than 500 works of art by area teens will be on display at the Brookdale Community College Center for Visual Arts during the annual celebration of young local artists, co—presented by the Monmouth County Arts Council and BCC.
    • 03.19 - Poetry Expo at River Road Books DEADLINE 4/9: River Road Books in Fair Haven invites aspiring poets to submit original works in any of five categories (preschool, elementary, middle school, high school, adult) — with winners awarded a gift certificate and a chance to read their entry on April 16, in an event followed by Monmouth University professor and poet Mihaela Moscaliuc reading from and signing her new book FATHER DIRT.
    • 03.19 - Girls' Night Out at Sickles Market The Little Silver landmark presents a 'Step Into Spring' event with fashion and beauty tips, healthy/delicious food tastings, gardening hints, champagne, live jazz and more. A portion of proceeds benefit the Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Cancer Center. 21 and over; ID required.
    • 03.19 - Family Wii Games at MTPL Middletown Township Public Library hosts an encore session of Wii games for the whole family, in the Community Room of the main branch. Registration required; adults must be accompanied by children ages six and up.
    • 03.19 - CINDERELLA The students of Red Bank Regional High School (including Governors Award winning vocalist Michael Anderson as Prince Charming) present the Rodgers & Hammerstein musical of the classic fairy tale, with a cast of child performers as Cinderella's animal friends, and the tile role shared by Marie Ferguson and Patricia Blair.
    • 03.19 - Monmouth County Teen Arts Festival More than 500 works of art by area teens will be on display at the Brookdale Community College Center for Visual Arts during the annual celebration of young local artists, co—presented by the Monmouth County Arts Council and BCC.
    • 03.20 - Gala Fundraiser at MCM On March 27, Red Bank's Monmouth Conservatory of Music hosts a benefit event featuring DUO PETROF, with Zatin Anatoly and Vassilieva Vlada performing on dual grand pianos; a silent auction and wine/ hors d'oeuvre reception are also included.
    • 03.20 - Breakfast with the Easter Bunny On March 27, Branches Catering presents a very special breakfast with the Big Bunny featuring a sumptuous morning repast as only John Lombardo and crew could conjure it. There's a candy table and complimentary photo for kids, plus a pancake station, omelet bar and more. Reservations are a must, with kids 2 and under admitted free.
    • 03.20 - Districts 1 & 9 Get Together Red Bank Council leaders Juanita Lewis and Ed Zipprich visit Frank Talk Art Bistro for a lively roundtable discussion with continental breakfast — and you're invited to join in for this informal forum about your community.
    • 03.20 - Choo—Choo Soul with Genevieve Straight outta Playhouse Disney, the Parents Choice Award winning duo of Genevieve Goings (as the Train Conductor) and DC Abramson (as 'her beatboxing and breakdancing engineer') put a soulful, animated spin on the ABCs and 123s of music.
    • 03.20 - Paper Moon Puppet Theater Master puppeteer Jim Racioppi and crew present CINDERELLA, the latest in their long running series of Paper Moon marionette shows for family audiences. One of the Shore's best kept secrets, these productions (on the custom scaled mini stage at First Avenue Playhouse in Atlantic Highlands) combine handmade figures and scenery with genuine theatrical artistry for a rare experience that's capped by the 'backstage tour' following the show.
    • 03.20 - CINDERELLA The students of Red Bank Regional High School (including Governors Award winning vocalist Michael Anderson as Prince Charming) present the Rodgers & Hammerstein musical of the classic fairy tale, with a cast of child performers as Cinderella's animal friends, and the tile role shared by Marie Ferguson and Patricia Blair. Shows at 2pm and 7:30pm, with a special Dinner/Show package available at 6pm.
    • 03.20 - GEORGE SEGAL EVERYMAN Closing Celebration and Benefit On April 10, what was originally scheduled as a Preview Party on February 27 is now a Closing Celebration at The Monmouth Museum, with a last look at their major installation of sculptures, paintings and drawings by 20th century great Segal, featuring a discussion with daughter Rena Segal, his friend and documentary photographer Donald Lokuta, and several of the artist's other friends and models. Tickets are 65 dollars and include refreshments, tour and discussion. Contact Julia Fiorino at 732.747.2266 for reservations and further info.
    • 03.20 - Benefit Concert for Haiti with Nancy Scharff On March 27, Middletown's own globetrotting Christian music artist headlines an event for the Haiti Relief Initiative, also featuring the Seacoast Mass Choir, the Anointed Sons, The Emmanuel Baptist Church Youth Choir, and more. For further information, or to learn more about the Helping Haiti Community Initiative, call 732.747.2343.
    • 03.20 - The Queen of Hearts The country vocal group performs faves from Music City USA in four part harmony, as a fundraiser for the NJ Center for the Healing Arts, at First Presbyterian Church of Rumson. Refreshments and desserts also provided.
    • 03.20 - Facundo Cabral A superstar in his native South America and the World Ambassador for UNESCO, the Argentine singer, songwriter, guitarist, poet, painter and humanitarian visits Red Bank for the first time in a concert presented by Highness Entertainment.
    • 03.21 - Sunday Morning Dialog Series at UUMC The United Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County in Lincroft hosts Amy Goldsmith, State Director of the NJ Environmental Federation, in a discussion on green sustainability programs and environmental/ economic justice, entitled TOWARDS A GREEN ECONOMY: WHO IS IN AND WHO GETS LEFT OUT? Program includes coffee and bagels; call for directions and more info.
    • 03.21 - MSO Young Artist Concerto Competition As part of the first annual Classical Music Festival, the Axelrod Performing Arts Center hosts the annual competition sponsored by the Monmouth Symphony Orchestra, in a (free and open to the public) event that's followed with an award ceremony at 12:45pm. The first prize winner will go on to perform a solo work with the MSO during the fall 2010 concert season.
    • 03.21 - Classical Music Festival at AxPAC As part of the first annual Classical Music Festival, the Axelrod Performing Arts Center hosts a series of 40 minute showcase performances, including the NJ State Youth Orchestra, conducted by Roy D. Gussman and Patty Gonsky (1pm); students and faculty from the Monmouth Conservatory of Music (2pm); the Monmouth Symphon Orchestra Woodwind Ensemble (2:40pm); the Monmouth Civic Chorus (3pm);the Arcadian Chorale (4pm), and the Kathryn Barnett Traveling Dance troupe (5pm). A dessert reception follows in the theatre lobby.