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RFH Empty Bowls Fundraiser Raises Close to $3K for Food Bank

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The community came out in force for the annual Empty Bowls fundraiser hosted by Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH).
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Focus: RFH’s ‘Tarzan’ … After the Curtain Call
The successful run of Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School’s production of Tarzan came to a close on Sunday afternoon.
For many, seniors, that curtain call would be the last they’d take on the RFH stage.
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Register for Saturday’s KDM Race
The following was originally posted on Jan. 24. The run, set for Saturday, is still accepting registrants. Read on …
The 15th Annual Keith McHeffey 3-Mile Fun Run is set for March 11 at 11 a.m. in Sea Bright; and, registration has begun, organizers said.
McHeffey, an RFH grad, avid athlete and good friend to many in the Rumson-Fair Haven area, was a victim of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City on Sept. 11, 2001.
His friends created the KDM Foundation in 2002 to keep his memory alive and fund several charitable causes in his name.
Since then, the Fun Run has been known as an annual memorial to Keith in a setting truest to his nature.
To register for the run, either go to the Sea Bright Municipal Building or click here.
Filling Empty Bowls for the Hungry at RFH
Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) students are getting set to fill the pantries, bellies and empty food bowls of those in need.
The high school will host what has been dubbed the Empty Bowls fundraiser, benefitting the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties on Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Empty Bowls stands for the situation faced by local families struggling to put food on the table. The annual event is open to the public and features beautiful original artwork in the form of colorful bowls created by RFH ceramics students. For $10, people may purchase a handcrafted ceramic bowl filled with soup (and bread on the side) and the proceeds go to the Food Bank.
Event organizers are also requesting donations of canned foods for the Food Bank as well as new or gently used children’s books for donation to Bridge of Books.
Retro RFH Polar Bear Dudes

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With the announcement of Rumson Police Chief Scott Paterson’s successful fundraising ($17,030 for Special Olympics New Jersey) culminating in the Polar Bear Plunge in Seaside Heights on Saturday, it seemed only right that we take you back to polar bear plunging guys of RFH back in the day — way back.
These guys actually had a high school club dedicated to the cause of, well, just plunging into icy cold water on a whim or for a thrill in the 1970s.
So, the Retro Pic of the Day is dedicated to the winter chill, the plunge and the guys who made it a club.
Do you remember the RFH Polar Bear Club? Know any of these cold weather beachgoers? Was the club solely dedicated to the dive into icy water?
— Elaine Van Develde
Showing RFH’s Therapy Dog Violet Some Birthday Love
It’s been just about a year since Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) brought a therapy dog on staff; and, by all accounts, the work of the dog named Violet has been a howling success.
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About RFH’s New Lacrosse Coach, Marc Moreau
Marc Moreau has been announced as the new Head Coach of Boys Lacrosse at Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH).
“RFH is very excited about the addition of Marc Moreau and we know he will continue the incredible success our program has achieved,” RFH Athletic Director Chris Lanzalotto said. “We are confident he will have a very positive impact on our Lacrosse community and the RFH Athletic program.”
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Retro RFH Basketball Court Cartwheel with Giff

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With this howling chill in the air lately, people are pretty primed for the arrival of spring. In fact, you could say that they may even be doing cartwheels over it.
Well, in light of that excitement to spring into the warmer season, the Retro Pic of the Day gives a glimpse back to a beloved teacher who danced and, yes, did cartwheels over any exciting event — or just for plain old fun.
That teacher was George Giffin, otherwise referred to as Giff. He was a science teacher and was particularly famous for his ballroom dance class. And, boy, could the man dance!
The RFH community lost Giff on May 15, 2014; and, to ask just about any RFH grad or member of the community, it was a tremendous loss.
Last time this editor caught up with Mr. Giffin, he was grabbing some lunch at Fairwinds Deli. In his 80s, he was still dancing and actually launched into a little routine right there with a little cha-cha-cha and “When you get that beat, you gotta mooooove your feet!”
Who will dance or do a cartwheel when spring arrives in memory of Mr. Giffin? Oh, and send us your pics if you do!
RFH Stage Set to Swing with ‘Tarzan’
The Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Tower Players are in full swing rehearsal mode, setting the stage for their production of Disney’s Tarzan.
A Look at RFH’s Chinese New Year
Education and fun went hand-in-hand as the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Chinese Honor Society hosted an authentic celebration of the Chinese New Year.
Retro RFH Snow & Ski

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Well, the forecast is calling for a snow day soon … at the very least in the Rumson-Fair Haven area.
And, back in the 1970s, a snow day was prime time to hit the ski slopes.
So, the Retro Pic of the Day offers a glimpse back to the RFH Ski Club days.
This photo also brings RFHers back to a favorite coach who passed away not too long ago — Hal Lorme.
RIP, Mr. Lorme. Happy ski trails, all RFHers!






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