Vocal music and high energy filled the air as second and third grade students at Deane-Porter School in Rumson presented their patriotic-themed Spring Concert last week.
Monthly Archives: June 2016
Sea Bright Farmers Market Seeks More Vendors
The Sea Bright Farmers Market is back in season and with it some popular vendors have returned. But, organizers are looking for a few more.
According to a Facebook post, the market is “looking to expand our 2016 list …” That list, so far, includes: Harvest Moon Farm, Holly Jolly Jams, Pickle Licious, Baker’s Bounty, Neshanic Valley Bee Keepers, Hot Sauce Good, Green Duchess Farm, Harvest Moon Organic Farm, and, new this season, Gourmet Nuts and Dried Fruit.
Organizers say that “at present, we are are hoping to add a coffee roaster and organic dog/cat treat vendor. If you are interested in being considered or have suggestions/recommendations feel free to message us here … or call/text our market managers, Sonya Cappillo at 732-614-9590 or Linda Blevins at 732-757-1374. Any vendor interested in participating must carry a general liability insurance policy.”
The market, which runs for the season every Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m. in the Sea Bright Municipal Parking Lot, is a produce/food farmers market.
Police: Rumson Teen Party Busted
Rumson police have arrested two borough teens on charges in connection with underage drinking at a large Saturday party allegedly hosting juveniles.
The party host, Ian Vernon, 18, of Elm Lane, Rumson, was arrested and charged with maintaining a nuisance, serving alcoholic beverages to underage persons, and disorderly conduct after police responded to an 11 p.m. call reporting the party at his home.
The caller reported that there were “multiple juveniles on their lawn,” police said. Rumson Police Lt. Christopher York and Sgt. Peter Koenig responded and found the reported party in progress and many running from the scene upon police’s arrival, police reported.
Assistance was requested from Fair Haven and Little Silver police.
In addition to Vernon, Sam Chandler, 18, of Rumson was arrested and charged with underage possession of alcohol, police reported.
Both Vernon and Chandler were released on summonses pending court, police said.
Focus: Rainbow After the Rain
It rained. It poured. Then a near double dose of good luck symbol stretched across the sky — a vibrant (almost) double rainbow.
And Rumson-Fair Haven Retrospect wasn’t the only witness. People in the Rumson-Fair Haven area grabbed shots of the site from many different perspectives.
Here’s what we saw in Fair Haven. If you’d like us to add your photos of the rainbow(s), just give us the OK and we will.
Perhaps it’s a good luck sign for the start of the week.
Here’s to natural wonders and luck!
— Elaine Van Develde
Lending a Helping Fair Haven Day Hand
It’s just about that time of the year — time for Fair Haven Day.
And organizers of the now annual event, via The Foundation of Fair Haven, are alerting residents and area business owners that it’s also time to get your tickets and sign up for sponsorships. If you want more perks/business visibility and would like to offer some financial assistance to keep the event going for years to come, this is the best way to help and reap some benefits in the process, they say.
Fair Haven Day started when the borough celebrated its centennial a few years ago. There was an informal barbecue, music and fireworks to cap the day-long event designed to bring the community together at Fair Haven Fields.
People voiced opinion that they wanted to do it again, and again. But, the estimated cost was high. So, The Foundation of Fair Haven, a 501c3 non-profit was formed to defray the cost that wouldn’t be covered in charging a basic food fee.
Now, fundraisers, donations and sponsorships later, tickets for the event are on sale and so are family packages, personal and business sponsorships that include advertising.
According to The Foundation of Fair Haven website, River Road Band, Riptide and Jukebox Criminals will be playing, picnic food will be offered by Brennan’s at $10 per person, seafood from the Lusty Lobster will be sold at $5 a serving and dessert and coffee, at $2 per serving, will be served by Booskerdoo. Unlimited mugs of beer will be offered at $25 and, new this year, is a bottomless wine glass for $30.
In addition to these ticket prices, sponsorships range from $100 on up and include a variety of associated benefits.
Check the site by clicking here and choose your tickets and/or sponsorship offer.
Check out our slideshow here to revisit Fair Haven Day 2015.
Knollwood Spring Concert Highlights
The annual Knollwood School Spring Concert, featuring a selection of classical to rock music played by fourth- through eighth-grade vocal and instrumental musicians, was a hit, judging by the audience’s reaction.
A Showing of Fine Arts at Forrestdale
Students, staff, and volunteers at Forrestdale School in Rumson celebrated the annual Evening of Fine Arts on May 26.
Photo/Rumson School District
“The Evening of Fine Arts allows our students to showcase their many talents,” Forrestdale School Principal Jennifer Gibbons said. “The energy in the building is so high as a result of the excitement the parents and esteemed guests get from each and every student’s artistic contributions.”
The event featured student artwork and music. A roster of student pianists — Norah Anderson, Gray Barnum, Louisa Barnum, Sydney Carroll, Hannah Duprey, Madeleine Ganun, Grace Harvey, Tyler Izzo, Tristan Izzo, George Kressler, and Hayden Marciszewski — provided a musical greeting as visitors entered the school’s lobby.
Photo/Rumson School District
Artwork by fourth through eighth graders was featured in the hallways, cafeteria, and lobby. Visitors enjoyed art dubbed Aboriginal Animal Art, Fish Bowls with Melted Glass, Snow Globes, Chuck Close Self-Portraits, Kimmy Cantrell-Inspired Clay, Zentangles, Hokusai Waves, Durer Rhinos and more.
Performances by the Junior Choir and Beginning Band were featured in the school’s all-purpose room. The Junior Choir, directed by Barbara Leutz, sang “Peace in Twelve Lanuages,” “Reflections of a Lad at Sea” (The Captain’s Mate, Thoughts of Home, The Ghost Ship) and “Two Sea Chanteys” (Cape Cod Girls, Sleepy Sailor). John Lebitsch led the Beginning Band through “Popcorn Prelude,” “Slideways,” and “Hard Rock Blues.”
Parent volunteers helped prepare and hang the artwork for the PTO-sponsored event.
— Edited press release from the Rumson School District
Rumson Police: Terroristic Threats, Weapons, DWIs, Fireworks & Juveniles with Alcohol
The following arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.
Arrests
• Four area juveniles were arrested on May 21 and charged with underage possession of alcohol by Special Officer Donald Morse.
• David Keyser, 34, of West Long Branch, was arrested on May 15 and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) by Patrolman Daniel Campanella.
• Tammy Crine, 49, of Red Bank, was arrested on May 15 and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) by Special Officer Michael Berger.
• Jake Demelio, 19, of Rumson, was arrested on May 12 and charged with simple assault and unlawful use of fireworks by Patrolman Donald Schneider.
• Jonathan Diamond, 40, of Rumson, was arrested on May 11 and charged with terroristic threats, unlawful possession of a weapon and disorderly conduct by Captain Jeff Nixon and Sgt. Peter Koenig.
Contempt of Court
• Patricia Coston, 52, of Asbury Park, was arrested on May 27 on a contempt of court (COC) warrant by Captain Jeff Nixon.
• Marcus Rice, 32, of Red Bank, was arrested on May 23 on a contempt of court (COC) warrant by Patrolman Daniel Campanella.
• Joseph Kowitski Jr., 18, of Sea Bright, was arrested on May 13 on a contempt of court (COC) warrant by Special Officer Michael Berger.
• David Garcia, 41, of Parlin, was arrested on May 5 on a contempt of court (COC) warrant by Patrolman Daniel Campanella and Patrolman Richard Torres.
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