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2 THE AC TIMES | August 7, 2013
AtlantiCare:
Reception and Ribbon Cutting for New Cancer Care Institute
AtlantiCare celebrated the opening of its newest facility July 10, 2013 with a
grand opening reception and a ribbon cutting at its new Cape May Court House
campus. A $18.1 million, two-story 21,450 square-foot facility, the campus includes
an extension of the AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute, a Fox Chase Cancer Center
Partner, based in Egg Harbor Township; offices for AtlantiCare Physician Group
Primary Care and Specialty Services, and physician time-share offices.
“Through our partnership with Fox Chase, we’re providing expanded access
to clinical trials and other vital specialty services,” said David Tilton, president and
CEO, AtlantiCare. “We are truly honored to have this opportunity to broaden our
services in Cape May County and help the people in this region achieve their health
care goals in this beautiful new facility.”
“We design our care – and services – based on our vision of ‘building health
communities,’” said Eugene Arnone, chairman, AtlantiCare Health System Board.
“I want to thank the members of our Cape May County Advisory Panel, several of
whom are with us tonight for helping us define solutions to these health and wellness
needs.” Arnone also thanked the 35 artists from New Jersey and Pennsylvania who
contributed to the more than 90 pieces of artwork in the facility through AtlantiCare’s
Healing Arts Program, explaining AtlantiCare dedicates one percent of all new
building costs to the arts, “which contribute to a serene, healing environment.”
Artwork at the Cape May Court House campus focuses on healing through nature:
the ocean, beach, and marine life are subjects in most of the works, and many pieces
depict specific Cape May County landscapes or landmarks. AtlantiCare’s extension of its Cancer Care Institute is located on the first floor
of the new facility and utilizes the latest in cancer care technology: a Varian
Trilogy™ Linear Accelerator providing image-guided radiation therapy optimized
for conventional and stereotactic approaches to treating cancer; a GE Optima 580
W CT Scanner; and a Varian VariSource™ iX and iX(t) HDR afterloader for
delivering high dose rate brachytherapy with a new level of digital technology. Six
private infusion bays for radiation and other infusion therapies; an on-site pharmacy
and laboratory; and access to clinical trials through AtlantiCare’s partnership with
Fox Chase Cancer Center; will contribute to patients’ treatment. The AtlantiCare
Cancer Institute employs a multidisciplinary, team-based and personalized approach
to cancer care and offers individual and community education to patients and their
families.
The second floor of the facility houses offices for AtlantiCare Physician Group
Primary and Specialty Services, including APG Primary Care Plus, APG
Cardiology; APG Neurology; and APG OB/GYN; and includes physician time-share
offices. Rothman Institute Orthopaedics participates in the time-share.
Also located in the AtlantiCare Health Park, Cape May Court House campus,
are the AtlantiCare Surgery Center, Cape May Court House, Building 100, which
opened in 2009, and Atlantic Medical Imaging offices, Building 421, which opened
in 2002. AtlantiCare’s Health Park, Cape May Campus, is designed to offer
convenient access to quality primary and specialty care services. AtlantiCare’s first
Health Park in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, where the AtlantiCare Cancer
Care Institute, a Fox Chase Cancer Center Partner, and AtlantiCare’s first Urgent
Care and Surgery centers are located, is based, in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey,
which opened in 1997. Its second Health Park campus, in Hammonton, opened in
2011 and includes AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center’s Satellite Emergency
Department; AtlantiCare Clinical Laboratories, other AtlantiCare services, Atlantic
Medical Imaging offices, and physician time-share space.
“We are continually evaluating how we can meet the needs of our community
– which includes making access to quality care more convenient,” said Lori
Herndon, executive vice president, AtlantiCare and president and CEO AtlantiCare
Regional Medical Center. “We have a long history of serving those who live in Cape
May County. These patients have been touched by many of our Regional Services
over the years – from trauma care to joint replacements, heart surgery and life-saving
care for babies born prematurely. We will continue to provide excellence in clinical
care right here in southern New Jersey.”
AmeriHealth NJ:
Partnership With Cooper Univ. to Transform Health Care in NJ
In a highly innovative move, unprecedented in New Jersey, a health insurer and
a hospital system — AmeriHealth New Jersey and Cooper University Health Care —
announce today that Cooper will acquire a 20 percent interest in AmeriHealth New
Jersey. This venture intends to transform health care in the state by increasing quality
and lowering costs through a more highly coordinated care model.
Together, Cooper and AmeriHealth New Jersey will develop and offer an
expanded suite of health plans and an accountable care model for New Jersey residents.
These health plans will include insured, self-insured, and Medicare products, and will
provide employers and consumers with new options that focus on affordability while
offering access to world-class care from Cooper’s more than 500 employed physicians
in South Jersey and a network of over 100 outpatient offices.
“We are proud that AmeriHealth New Jersey and Cooper are transforming health
care by cultivating this innovative partnership with physicians and hospitals in order
to manage medical costs, develop low-cost, high-quality products, and enhance the
patient experience,” said Daniel J. Hilferty, president and CEO, Independence Blue
Cross, the corporate parent of AmeriHealth New Jersey. “This collaboration helps to
break down the traditional barriers associated with health care by having two
organizations work together as one to build an accountable care model – and that is
what makes it so exciting.”
In order to provide extensive case management, help patients navigate the health
care system, and ensure better access to and optimal coordination of care, Cooper will
also incorporate the patient-centered medical home model in its primary care practices.
The patient-centered model is specifically designed to enhance communication with
patients and among providers and give patients easier access to physicians.
Working together toward accountability in care
“There has never been a more pivotal time in the health care industry, and we are
pleased to be playing a leadership role in helping transform the delivery of care for
the residents of New Jersey,” said Judith L. Roman, president and CEO of
AmeriHealth New Jersey. “Together with Cooper we are driving joint accountability
in delivering higher quality healthcare and lowering its cost for New Jersey residents.
In addition, this partnership further strengthens our ability to enable the people of New
Jersey to improve their health and well-being, which is our ultimate goal.”
“Under this new partnership with AmeriHealth New Jersey, Cooper’s network of
advanced medical specialists and primary care physicians will provide coordinated
patient care never seen before in our region,” said George E. Norcross, III, chairman
of the board at Cooper. “As an academic medical center with access to more than 500
physicians, patients will have better, more personalized care, utilizing the latest and
most technologically advanced treatment options available.”
Committed to delivering quality care
AmeriHealth New Jersey and Cooper University Health Care serve the residents
of New Jersey and are dedicated to helping individuals improve their overall health
and wellness and ensuring they receive affordable, high-quality health care, as
demonstrated by the comprehensive services and innovative initiatives they offer.
AmeriHealth New Jersey is one of five plans in New Jersey participating in the
CMS national comprehensive care initiative, which is geared toward developing a
long-term primary care support plan in New Jersey. The pilot’s multi-payer approach
AmeriHealth New Jersey and Cooper University Health Care partner to transform health care.
Shown left to right: Daniel J. Hilferty, president and CEO, Independence Blue Cross; Judith L.
Roman, president and CEO, AmeriHealth New Jersey; and George E. Norcross III, chairman of the
board of trustees, Cooper University Health System.
offers an effective incentive for physicians to alter their model of care and will allow
for greater collaboration and data aggregation.
Cooper University Health Care recently embarked on an Employee Centered
Medical Home model to create a comprehensive, hands-on approach for their 9,100
covered employees. This pilot program introduces the medical home concept,
providing close management of those employees who have chronic conditions and
often have difficulty managing their care. It offers more cost efficient coordinated care
with the goal of keeping Cooper employees healthier over time and reducing long
term medical costs.
“I have a complicated medical history,” says Cooper employee, Ann Buchanan,
who is a member of the Employee Centered Medical Home. “My doctor
communicates with me and also talks with all of the specialists involved in my care
on a regular basis. This is the best outpatient care you can possibly receive. It is keeping
me out of the hospital.”
About AmeriHealth New Jersey
AmeriHealth HMO, Inc. and AmeriHealth Insurance Company of New Jersey
(collectively, AmeriHealth New Jersey) provide health insurance coverage to
employers and individuals throughout New Jersey. The company has the largest
provider network in New Jersey*, and that network includes access to hospitals and
doctors across the nation. The company is also committed to offering value-added
insurance solutions for customers through its innovative wellness and incentive
programs and benefits designs.
The company’s managed care plan, AmeriHealth HMO, Inc. is accredited by
National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).
AmeriHealth New Jersey and its affiliates are a growing group of insurance and
health companies whose product portfolios include health insurance, workers’
compensation, property and casualty insurance, and management services.
AmeriHealth New Jersey headquarters are located in Cranbury, NJ. For more
information on AmeriHealth New Jersey, visit www.amerihealthnj.com.
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AtlantiCare:
Announces Executive Director
Scott Janney, EdD, recently joined AtlantiCare as the
AtlantiCare Foundation’s executive director.
Janney will lead the AtlantiCare Foundation as it
continues to develop a more donor-centric approach to
giving. He has 25 years of experience of working closely
with donors to facilitate passion-based investments and of
helping individuals contribute to meaningful change for
causes and projects that fulfill their goals. Janney’s team
will raise money to support AtlantiCare programs and
services that align with AtlantiCare’s strategic initiatives
under the Foundation’s newly adopted Platform for
Scott Janney, EdD,
Giving. He will oversee the Foundation’s annual Century AtlantiCare Foundation’s
Executive Director.
Club Gala and the Thomas L. Glenn, Jr. Memorial Golf
Tournament while pursuing opportunities for personalized
donor giving.
“Scott has tremendous experience in helping donors find meaningful ways to
contribute to their community,” said Dominic Moffa, senior vice president for
Administration, AtlantiCare. “We look forward to his strengthening the relationships
with the individuals and organizations that have supported the Foundation’s work
and to his fostering new relationships that are vital to AtlantiCare’s assisting those
who live and work in our community to improve their health and well-being.”
Prior to joining the Foundation, Janney was executive director of Planned Giving
at Villanova University, Villanova, PA. His healthcare fundraising experience includes
having been director of Planned Giving for both Main Line Health, Radnor, PA,
which include five hospitals, and St. Mary Medical Center Foundation, Langhorne,
PA. He also served as the president of PlannedGiving.com, a Valley Forge, PA forprofit, full service gift planning consulting firm that offers training, marketing and
online tools to thousands of national charities.
As a prominent member of the National Board of the Partnership for
Philanthropic Planning and as the vice president of the Planned Giving Council of
Greater Philadelphia, Janney has lectured at national and regional conferences and
authored numerous articles about fundraising and gift planning, including an article
entitled “The Impact of Your Donors’ Dreams” published in the July 2013 issue of
Advancing Philanthropy. Janney has lectured extensively, teaching courses in
educational finance and administration, public relations, and statistics to both graduate
and undergraduate students at Villanova, and at Eastern and Temple Universities in
Philadelphia, PA.
HHS Launches Health
Insurance Marketplace Tools
The Obama administration recently kicked off the Health Insurance
Marketplace education effort with a new, consumer-focused HealthCare.gov
website and the 24-hours-a-day consumer call center to help Americans prepare
for open enrollment and ultimately sign up for private health insurance. The new
tools will help Americans understand their choices and select the coverage that
best suits their needs when open enrollment in the new Health Insurance
Marketplace begins October 1.
“The new website and toll-free number have a simple mission: to make sure
every American who needs health coverage has the information they need to make
choices that are right for themselves and their families—or their businesses,” said
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius. “The re-launched Healthcare.gov and new call center will help consumers
prepare for the new coverage opportunities coming later this year,” said Centers
for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Marilyn Tavenner. “In October,
HealthCare.gov will be the online destination for consumers to compare and enroll
in affordable, qualified health plans.”
HealthCare.gov is the destination for the Health Insurance Marketplace.
Americans may now access new educational information and learn what they can
do to begin to get ready for open enrollment this fall. The website will add
functionality over the summer so that, by October, consumers will be able to create
accounts, complete an online application, and shop for qualified health plans. For
Spanish speaking consumers, CuidadoDeSalud.gov will also be updated to match
HealthCare.gov’s new consumer focus. The website is built with a responsive
design so that consumers may access it from their desktops, smart-phones, and
other mobile devices. The website is available via an application interface at
www.healthcare.gov/developers.
Between now and the start of open enrollment, the Marketplace call center
will provide educational information and, beginning Oct. 1, 2013, will assist
consumers with application completion and plan selection. In addition to English
and Spanish, the call center provides assistance in more than 150 languages
through an interpretation and translation service. Customer service representatives
are available for assistance via a toll-free number at 1-800-318-2596 and hearing
impaired callers using TTY/TDD technology can dial 1-855-889-4325 for
assistance. To view the new look and new focus of the website, visit
www.healthcare.gov. HHS is on target for open enrollment in the Marketplace,
which begins Oct. 1, 2013, and other key milestones approaching in the months
ahead. Coverage will begin Jan. 1, 2014.
Protecting Homeowners:
Adminstraton Announces Elevation Program Against Storm Damage
Demonstrating his commitment to protect New Jersey residents from future storms,
Governor Chris Christie today joined Department of Community Affairs (DCA)
Commissioner Richard E. Constable, III and Department of Environmental Protection
(DEP) Commissioner Bob Martin in Brick to launch a $100 million home elevation
program in the nine counties hardest hit by Superstorm Sandy.
Under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Elevation Program, eligible
applicants can receive reimbursement of up to $30,000 for elevations on existing singlefamily homes. Beginning today, eligible homeowners can apply for elevation grant
assistance at www.renewjerseystronger.org or by calling 1-855-SANDYHM (1-855726-3946). People can also apply in person at one of the Housing Recovery Centers
open in each of the nine most-impacted counties.
“This program is a critical component of my Administration’s efforts to protect
lives and property by making flood-prone areas of the state stronger and more resilient,”
said Governor Christie. “Elevation will literally raise these houses out of harm’s way
of potential flooding, and is an important step in preventing and mitigating damage
from future storms.”
The HMGP Elevation Program is a reimbursement grant program designed to help
homeowners with the elevation of their primary single-family residences to meet the
requirements of the flood insurance risk maps in flood-prone communities. The program
is limited to the Sandy-impacted communities of Atlantic, Bergen, Cape May, Essex,
Hudson, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean and Union. There are no income requirements
for the program and FEMA registration is not required in order to apply.
Homes targeted for buyout under the state’s HMGP acquisition program are not
eligible to participate. Additionally, federal regulations restrict homeowners who have
already begun elevation work from applying.
“Because of New Jersey’s high proportion of coastline, rivers, and streams, our
state has a higher propensity for flooding. As we all know, Superstorm Sandy
powerfully demonstrated this fact nine months ago,” said DCA Commissioner
Constable. “We are pleased to offer this assistance program because it’s proven that
home elevation not only significantly reduces the risk of property damage in the event
of major flooding, it also provides a significant reduction in flood insurance premiums.”
“This elevation program is an important component of New Jersey’s long-term
rebuilding phase because it gives homeowners an important financial tool to rebuild to
much better elevation standards,” said DEP Commissioner Martin.
The HMGP Elevation Program is part of the ‘reNew Jersey Stronger’ housing
initiative that was launched in May 2013 with two grant opportunities: the Homeowner
Resettlement Program, which is designed to encourage eligible Sandy-impacted
homeowners to resettle in their homes, and the Homeowner Reconstruction,
Rehabilitation, Elevation and Mitigation (RREM) Program, which is aimed at helping
affected homeowners repair, elevate or rebuild their residences.
An application can be made to both RREM and the HMGP Elevation Program,
but homeowners may receive a grant award from only one of the programs. If a person
has an application with RREM, which offers up to $150,000 grants, and the HMGP
Elevation Program offers funding, applicants will be notified and will need to decide
to accept or reject the funding program offered to them at that time.
The HMGP Elevation Program application period opens today and closes on
September 15, 2013. Whether homeowners apply online, over the phone, or in person
at a Housing Recovery Center at any point during the application period won’t affect
their status or the likelihood that their application will be selected for an award.
Because the HMGP Elevation Program is designed to mitigate against future
flooding events, applications will be prioritized by flooding risk and then by level of
Sandy-related damage. For example, a house that needs to be elevated 8 feet or higher
and sustained damage greater than $8,000 will have a higher priority designation than
a house that needs to be elevated 5 feet or less and sustained less than $8,000 in damage.
If the number of applications received exceeds the available funding, then an
electronic random ordering of prioritized applications will be used to select applicants
to move forward in the review process. It is estimated that 2,700 eligible homeowners
will receive reimbursements. Homeowners can use any elevation contractor registered
in New Jersey that is qualified to do the work. Once all necessary documents are
received and the home elevation is completed, the homeowner will be reimbursed for
all eligible expenses.
For more information on the HMGP Elevation Program, including details about
the application process, determination of eligibility, and award calculation, visit
www.renewjerseystronger.org.
Rental Recovery Assistance:
Assistance Available for Rental Property Owners and Renters
The Christie Administration Has Allocated $379 Million to
Help Provide Affordable Rental Units And Assist With Repairs
The Christie Administration today launched a $70 million Landlord Rental Repair
Program to provide grants to help rental property owners repair, reconstruct or elevate
rental units damaged by Superstorm Sandy. The program is part of the ‘reNew Jersey
Stronger’ Housing Initiative, and will provide up to $50,000 per unit to be made
available at affordable rental rates. Eligible owners of rental property in the 9 mostimpacted counties from Sandy will be prioritized, but the grants will be available for
rental properties damaged by the storm in all 21 counties. It is anticipated the program
will benefit approximately 1,500 rental units. Today’s program launch supports the
ongoing efforts by the Christie Administration to assist Sandy-impacted homeowners,
landlords and renters.
Landlord Rental Repair Program
WHO: Landlords and Property Owners with 25 or fewer units.
WHAT: This $70 million program will provide up to $50,000 per unit for eligible
rental property owners to repair, reconstruct or elevate property damaged by Superstorm
Sandy. Rehabilitated units must be rented year-round to low- and moderate- income
households.
WHY: Program will increase supply of affordable housing and help revitalize
damaged neighborhoods.
HOW: Funding can be used for eligible costs for rehabilitation, reconstruction,
demolition (incidental to reconstruction), elevation, and storm mitigation.
New Jersey has $379 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Disaster Recovery funds for programs specifically targeted to renters and rental property
owners. These programs will replenish the stock of rental housing throughout affected
areas, repair affordable rental units left uninhabitable by the storm, and provide
affordable housing for special needs populations. Some of these existing programs
include:
Programs for Landlords and Rental Property Owners
Landlord Incentive Program
WHO: Landlords and Property Owners.
WHAT: This $40 million program will expand the State’s inventory of affordable
housing for low- and moderate-income households impacted by Superstorm Sandy,
assisting at least 1,000 families.
WHY: Program will help low- and moderate- income households obtain affordable
housing.
HOW: The program will provide rental property owners roughly the difference
between 30% of the tenant’s monthly income and federal fair market rents each month
over a two-year period and allows rental property owners to provide affordable rental
housing.
Programs for Developers
Neighborhood Enhancement Program
WHO: For-profit and non-profit developers with support of the local government
of the project location. The applicant may also be a government agency, redevelopment
authority or public housing authority in partnership with a development entity.
WHAT: This $30 million program will provide funding to stabilize neighborhoods
impacted by Superstorm Sandy.
WHY: Program is a focused effort to revitalize target neighborhoods through the
creation of affordable housing.
HOW: provide zero percent loans to rehabilitate abandoned, foreclosed and vacant
housing and to redevelop lots to create affordable housing options in formerly blighted
buildings.
Predevelopment Loan Fund for Affordable Rental Housing
WHO: Non-profit developers in good standing with the State who will create
affordable rental properties.
WHAT: This $10 million program will provide financing to help nonprofit
developers revitalize Sandy-affected areas by covering the predevelopment costs
associated with the redevelopment of properties that are currently considered unsafe,
underutilized, or in foreclosure.
WHY: Program will revitalize communities and address developmental needs
created or exacerbated by Superstorm Sandy.
HOW: Loan funding may be used for predevelopment costs including, but not
limited to: project feasibility, legal fees, soil studies, site preparation, appraisals, and
surveys.
Sandy Special Needs Housing Fund
WHO: Private for-profit and non-profit housing developers and public housing
authorities who will create projects with a combination of rental housing and support
services.
WHAT: This $25 million program will fund permanent supportive rental housing
or community residences in which some or all of the units are affordable to low- and
moderate- income special needs residences.
WHY: Program will provide rental housing and support services to special needs
populations affected by Superstorm Sandy.
HOW: Funding can be used for hard and soft costs including: acquisition,
rehabilitation, and construction.
Fund for Restoration of Multi-Family Rental Housing
WHO: Private for-profit and non-profit housing developers and public housing
authorities who will create and manage large multi-family developments.
WHAT: This $179,520,000 program provides funding to repair and construct
affordable multi-family rental housing units in areas affected by Superstorm Sandy.
WHY: Program will help low- and moderate- income households obtain affordable
housing.
HOW: Funding can be used for hard and soft costs including: acquisition,
rehabilitation, and construction. This program will be available in conjunction with
other multi-family programs offered by the State to leverage additional resources.
Caesars Entertainment:
16th Annual Responsible Gaming Education Week
Caesars Entertainment Atlantic City Encourages Employees,
Patrons to be ‘Fluent’ in Responsible Gaming
Caesars Entertainment Atlantic City is joining the American Gaming Association
(AGA), the National Center for Responsible Gaming (NCRG) and casinos and
gaming companies nationwide to participate in the 16th Annual Responsible Gaming
Education Week (RGEW), taking place August 5th through August 9th, 2013. This
year’s RGEW theme is “How Do You Say Responsible Gaming?”
With employees and patrons from around the world, Caesars Entertainment
Atlantic City is proud of its diversity and is using RGEW 2013 to promote the
message that no matter what language gaming employees and customers speak it
incorporated the message of responsible gaming. Additionally, in May the Caesars
Foundation approved a $300,000 gift to the NCRG, the first of potentially five annual
gifts in such amount, to help support the NCRG’s mission to fund research that helps
increase understanding of pathological gambling, and to find effective methods of
prevention and treatment for the disorder.
“We at Caesars Entertainment Atlantic City are dedicated to promoting
responsible play in our casinos and celebrating our diversity—and this year’s
Responsible Gaming Education Week is an opportunity do both,” said Kevin
Ortzman, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Caesars, Bally’s, and
Showboat Atlantic City.
In conjunction with RGEW, the AGA and the NCRG are releasing new
responsible gaming videos and making their most popular responsible gaming
brochures available for the first time in French, Korean, traditional Chinese and
Vietnamese—in addition to English and Spanish. The AGA’s “What Are the Odds?”
video and the NCRG’s “What is a Gambling Disorder?” video can be viewed at
www.americangaming.org and www.ncrg.org.
RGEW was established in 1998 by the AGA. The event is designed to heighten
awareness of responsible gaming and disordered gambling among employees, patrons
and the general public. Since 2012, RGEW has taken place as one phase of the
broader “All In” campaign, which highlights the corporate social responsibility efforts
in the commercial gaming industry. Caesars Entertainment Atlantic City also is
involved in other responsible gaming activities, such as employee training for proper
concerned comments and casino guest reporting policies and toll-free hotlines for
Caesars Atlantic City will host the Miss and Mrs. Globe Vietnam–US International 2013 Pageant
on Saturday August 31st in Circus Maximus Theatre. Pictured at a press conference to promote the
event are; Jerry Eisenband, Caesars Entertainment, Choung LA, Promoter, Ricky Hoang, Caesars,
Julie Nguyen, Director and Cory Tran Producer.
gambling problems on advertising materials.
For additional information about RGEW and how it is being observed in casino
communities across the country, please visit www.americangaming.org.
The American Gaming Association (AGA) is the national trade association for
the commercial casino industry. In addition to representing the interests of its
members on federal legislative and regulatory issues, the AGA serves as a
clearinghouse for information, develops educational and advocacy programs, and
provides leadership on industry-related issues of public concern. For more
information, visit www.americangaming.org.
TD Bank:
New Account Options to Help Consumers Save
Includes TD Simple Savings, a new account designed
for those who want to start saving. TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®, is offering consumers new
savings options, enabling them to choose the savings product that best fits their
needs.
The new savings options include an entry-level savings product, TD Simple
Savings, which helps customers start saving by providing a straightforward path
to avoid any monthly maintenance costs, as well as money market and high yield
savings choices for customers looking to grow and maximize their savings.
“We asked our customers what they wanted in savings choices, and they told
us – the ability to start saving without a large initial investment, tools to grow
current savings, and options to minimize costs,” said Lindsay Sacknoff, Senior
Vice President of Retail Products for TD Bank. “With TD’s new savings options
we’re offering more choices to meet the diverse needs of consumers.”
The new savings products include:
TD Simple Savings - For customers who want TD’s most basic savings
account. Customers can grow their savings quickly with no monthly maintenance
costs during the first year by linking an eligible TD Bank Checking account and
establishing a monthly transfer of $25 or more from a TD Bank Checking
account.
TD Growth Money Market - Customers earn more as they grow their
savings through tiered interest rates and have the convenience of check writing.
Customers also receive a rate bump by linking an eligible TD Bank Checking
account and making a recurring transfer to grow their savings by $50 or more in
a month.
TD Relationship Savings – Offering tiered interest rates with higher rates
for customers who link an eligible TD Bank mortgage, home equity, credit card
account or active checking account to their savings account. To qualify, the
account must have one deposit, withdrawal, payment or transfer transaction during
the previous calendar month. TD Bank will continue offering savings products such as Young Saver,
Holiday Club, Club Saver and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Additionally, TD Bank created a Savings Selector tool to assist consumers in
determining which savings account best suits their needs.
The Savings Selector tool is available and can be acced online at
http://www.tdbank.com/savingselector/personal/savingselector.aspx.
For more information about TD Bank’s Choice Savings Suite, customers are
encouraged to stop by a store or visit us at www.tdbank.com.
About TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank
TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank, is one of the 10 largest banks in
the U.S., providing nearly 8 million customers with a full range of retail, small
business and commercial banking products and services at more than 1,300
convenient locations throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Metro D.C., the
Carolinas and Florida. In addition, TD Bank and its subsidiaries offer customized
private banking and wealth management services through TD Wealth®, and
vehicle financing and dealer commercial services through TD Auto Finance. TD
Bank is headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J. To learn more, visit www.tdbank.com.
Find TD Bank on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TDBank and on Twitter at
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American Red Cross:
Launching A Mobile App To Help Recruit Volunteers
The American Red Cross today launched the Team Red Cross App, which
allows people to sign up to help, get an overview on basic tasks and receive
notifications about Red Cross disaster volunteer opportunities in their community.
“When people see the Red Cross responding to emergencies, they often want
to help but don’t know how,” said Jim Starr, vice president of Volunteer Management
for the American Red Cross. “The Team Red Cross App puts the power to help right
in people’s hands, by giving them an easy way to support their neighbors and the
Red Cross.”
Once users download the app, they create an account. Then they learn about
different jobs, such as working in a warehouse, handing out supplies or assisting
with feeding. When the Red Cross has a need for volunteers, the Team Red Cross
App will notify users based on their location. Potential volunteers can instantly
accept or decline the volunteer opportunity.
The Red Cross is encouraging the public to download the app before a disaster
strikes in their community so potential volunteers can help immediately.
The app is free and designed for iPhone and Android smart phones and tablets.
Features include:
• A quick orientation right on the mobile device.
• Ability for people to share notifications for volunteers with their social network.
• Earn digital “badges” by completing a job test, accepting a job, sharing the
app, recruiting volunteers, etc. The “badges” can then be shared with their social
network.
• Allows people to donate money to the Red Cross and sign up to donate blood.
• Offers emergency response information that people can share with their friends
at the touch of a button.
The Team Red Cross App is the seventh in a series of highly successful Red
Red Cross volunteers Jim Keyser Jr, and Donna Brode were enlightening visitors about the Red
Cross newest smart phone apps, emergency storm preparation , blood drives and more at the 17th
Annual Atlantic County Puerto Rican Parade and Latin Music Festival. They encouraged residents
to get more information 1-800-redcross , redcrossblood.org and redcross.org
Cross apps, which are now on more than 3 million mobile devices across the country.
A recent Red Cross survey shows that apps are now tied with social media as the
fourth most popular way to get information during emergencies—behind TV, radio
and online news sites. Nearly one-fifth of Americans say they’ve received some
kind of emergency information from an app they’ve downloaded, making the Red
Cross apps an important way for the public to get ready for disasters.
The Team Red Cross App can easily be found in the Apple App Store and the
Google Play Store by searching for American Red Cross or by going to
redcross.org/mobileapps.
Stockton College:
Holding the Line With No Tuition Increase for 2013-2014
No Cuts in Jobs or Services
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Board of Trustees voted
Wednesday to approve the operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2014 with
no tuition increase.
“Stockton is mindful of the issues our students and their parents face in paying
for college,” said President Herman Saatkamp, “and we are determined to keep
their costs down while maintaining the quality of a Stockton education.”
“Through economies such as our energy-savings and other sustainability
programs, Stockton will manage its resources to benefit students, parents and
taxpayers,” President Saatkamp said.
The budget passed by the State of New Jersey includes level funding for state
colleges and universities.
Other costs, such as salary increases negotiated by the state, are rising and we
need to absorb these, noted Charles Ingram, vice president of Administration and
Finance for the college. “Historically, the college has been fiscally conservative
and we’re continuing to capitalize on that to manage our budgets.”
Undergraduate tuition is for a full-time student from New Jersey is $3,974.09
per semester, the same as last year’s. Stockton’s flat-rate tuition program enables
full-time students to take between 12 and 20 credits and pay the same rate.
Students who take 20 credits can graduate sooner and potentially save thousands
of dollars in the cost of classes and housing or commuting.
Fees for all undergraduate students also remain unchanged for the coming
year, at $2,186.94 per semester. These fees cover a range of services such as course
supplies, technology fees and also help finance the college Wellness Center.
Tuition and fees for master’s and doctoral courses also will remain the same.
Room and board, passed at the May 8 board meeting, increased an average of
2 percent, depending on the housing and meal plans chosen.
President Saatkamp noted that the college has worked hard to increase
scholarships for students through fund-raising, with about $11 million budgeted
for this year.
“Stockton is proud to be able to hold the line on behalf of our students without
cuts in services or jobs,” President Saatkamp said. “Though moderately priced
compared with our peer institutions, Stockton’s distinctive education prepares
students for the global opportunities and challenges they will face after they
graduate.
CRDA:
Elizabeth Terenik Named As Director of Planning
The New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA)
announced the recent hiring of Elizabeth Terenik as its new Director of Planning.
Her first official day with the organization was Monday, July 22nd.
Ms. Terenik comes to the CRDA with more than 20 years of professional
planning experience, most recently as principal of Terenik Land Use Planning,
LLC, which assisted local governments and planning and zoning boards in
meeting land use responsibilities. Ms. Terenik’s primary tasks included
developing master plans, writing zoning ordinances, and reviewing development
applications. Previously, she served as director of planning and engineering for
the City of Ocean City, NJ, and as planner for several Cape May County
municipalities. She also has experience as a Zoning and Code Enforcement
Officer. Ms. Terenik started her career as the planner for the Atlantic County
Utilities Authority, where she worked for nearly ten years before concentrating
on local planning and zoning.
“As the CRDA moves forward with development in the South Inlet and
attracting new non-gaming investment to other parts of the Tourism District, it’s
critical to have expertise and experience to draw upon,” said John Palmieri,
Executive Director of the CRDA. “The planning function is the cornerstone of
Atlantic City’s future, and so we’re thrilled to have someone of Ms. Terenik’s
experience and ability join our team.”
Ms. Terenik currently holds certifications and licenses from the New Jersey
State Board of Professional Planners, American Institute of Certified Planners and
Municipal Housing Liaison. She is also a member of several organizations such
as the American Planning Association’s national and New Jersey chapters, New
Jersey Planning Officials (where she volunteers as a trainer for planning and
zoning board members), Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions,
Atlantic Cape Community College Green Education Institute Advisory Board
among many others.
Ms. Terenik holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Villanova University, a Master’s
Degree in Public Administration from
California State University and
studied Urban and Community
Planning at Rutgers University.
About the Casino Reinvestment
Development Authority (CRDA)
www.njcrda.com
The only agency of its kind
nationwide, the CRDA has used
Atlantic City casino reinvestments as
a catalyst for meaningful, positive
improvement in the lives of New
Jersey residents statewide, investing
nearly $2 billion in more than 400
projects statewide since 1984. Under
Elizabeth Terenik
the 2011 Tourism District Act,
CRDA’s mission evolved from
statewide projects to becoming the state’s key economic development agency for
Atlantic City. CRDA responsibilities expanded to include Land Use Regulation,
Clean and Safe initiatives, group and leisure tourism marketing, attracting and
retaining conventions and meetings at the Atlantic City Convention Center and
Boardwalk Hall, and partnership with the Atlantic City Alliance to brand and
market Atlantic City. The Convention Center Division (formerly Atlantic City
Convention & Visitors Authority) is the first destination marketing organization
in New Jersey to achieve prestigious Destination Marketing Accreditation by the
Destination Marketing Association International.
For complete Atlantic City tourism and convention information, visit
www.doatlanticcity.com. You are also encouraged to follow us on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/AtlanticCityNJ and Twitter at #njcrda.
Absecon Lighthouse, A Full Moon Climb
Have you ever wanted to climb a lighthouse by the light of the full moon?
Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City will be open for a full moon climb on
Wednesday, August 21, with the last climb at 8pm. Tickets are just $15 and include
the full moon climb, snacks, & soft spirits. You don’t want to miss this recessionbusting date night out!
Absecon Lighthouse is New Jersey’s tallest lighthouse and the country’s third
tallest lighthouse. Hours of operation are 10am to 5pm daily through September
2nd. www.abseconlighthouse.org/
5th Annual Jazz Bridge Down the Shore!
Jazz Bridge, a 501C3 public charity, is closing out the summer season with
its Fifth Annual Jazz Bridge Down the Shore, an old fashioned jazz and barbecue
event to raise money to help our regional jazz and blues musicians in crisis at the
beautiful Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club, 401 S. New York Road in
Galloway Twp, NJ, on Sunday, August 25th from 6-9 PM. Tickets: $25/$15
students (with ID) at the door or buy online. For more information: 215-517-8337
Two Exceptional Jazz Ensembles will be performing for this incredible event
to help their fellow brothers and sisters in jazz and blues in the Philly Metro area!
BRECKERVILLE, a band led by trumpeter Bob Ferguson, will be playing
the exciting and dynamic music of the Brecker Brothers (Randy and Michael) and
the seminal, late-70s “Steps Ahead” fusion band led by Michael Brecker and Mike
Mainieri. BRECKERVILLE was originally formed so that this ground-breaking
music could be re-introduced to a new generation of listeners and their repertoire
includes music written and performed by the Brecker Brothers, as well as some
of their closely-aligned musical cohorts over the past 30 years. Performing
with BRECKERVILLE will be arranger and multi-keyboardist Dave Hartl,
saxophonist Carl Cox, trumpeter Bob Ferguson, drummer Vic Stevens, and bassist
Andy Lalasis. The MICHAEL PEDICIN QUINTET will also be on hand to celebrate the
late Michael Brecker. Saxophonist Michael Pedicin had a deep connection with
Brecker since they were teenagers in Philadelphia, playing and going to hear each
other as they matured musically. Michael Pedicin, maintaining his love and
devotion to the memory and genius of his friend, Michael Brecker, proudly plays
with the Cheltenham High School Jazz Band for the annual Michael Brecker Jazz
Scholarship Fund - Brecker’s high school alma mater - that presents a yearly gala
in honor of its virtuosic alumnus.
Grilled sandwiches including hotdogs, hamburgers/cheeseburgers, veggie
Dante Hall presented the Philadelphia Clef Club Big Band under the direction of Lou Cioci and
Bud Cifone featuring Larry McKenna, Brian Pastor and the soulful sounds of Michael Andrews,
Ella Ghant and Tony Vicola. Pictured, Ms. Ella Ghant delights the audience while Mr. Leon Mitchell
directs the band.
burgers, turkey burgers and hot sausage and pepper sandwiches will be available
for $8 Free Self Parking. Valet for $6
There will be a special room rate of $89 per room (prior to taxes) the night
of August 25th. The link below can direct guests to the site for the special rate of
they can enter JAZZ in the promotional code field. https://gc.synxis.com/rez.aspx?Hotel=24517&Chain=5968&promo=Jazz
Girasole Celebrates Summer With New Seasonal Features
Chic Italian restaurant in Atlantic City adds new
fresh fare to menu
Girasole Ristorante & Lounge is proud to announce the addition of new seasonal
dishes to complement their award winning menu. The array of hand crafted dishes
consists of fresh carpaccio, appetizers and pizzas and will be available for lunch and
dinner.
Guests can choose to sit outside with the cool ocean breeze or inside the beautiful
plush lounge area. The new items include Pizza Intergrale –hand pressed whole
wheat dough topped with smoked mozzarella and grilled farm-fresh vegetables;
Carpaccio Aragosta –thinly sliced lobster with potatoes, red onion, arugula and a
homemade apple mayo; Cavolini –brussel sprouts topped with white truffle cream
and hazelnuts; Asparagi –locally sourced asparagus with smoked speck; and Insalata
Polpo –fresh octopus, arugula, potatoes, celery, red onions, cherry tomatoes, green
olives and homemade apple mayo dressing. The award winning Girasole is like no
other restaurant in Atlantic City.
“In celebration of summer, we are pleased to introduce a few fresh and flavorful
seasonal menu items, which combine the best ingredients and new twists from our
regular menu,” says Gino Iovino, owner of Girasole. “Guests can savor the new
dishes with friends and family while enjoying the cheerful summer season either in
our beautifully decorated restaurant or in our incredible outdoor dining space.”
Guests may also be treated to impromptu fashion shows of Italian designs from
eNextDoor. The newest fashion trend from Gino Iovino, eNextDoor, is a private
shopping and online experience where Italian fashion and home designs can be found
at a fraction of the price.
For information or to make a reservation, visit www.GirasoleAC.com or call
609-345-5554.
About Girasole Ristorante & Lounge
Girasole, Sunflower in Italian, brings the charm of the old world to Atlantic City.
From the moment guests enter this bright, airy restaurant, they are whisked away to
a Mediterranean Cafe. Guests can dine in the impeccably decorated Restaurant and
Lounge or under the stars, in the lush enclosed Garden Patio. Indulge in Signature
Hand Crafted Cocktails from its premium Bar & Lounge and enjoy award winning
fare, all in a sunny ambiance. Girasole has been awarded one of the 1,000 BEST
Italian Restaurants in America, and recognized for excellence by ZAGAT. Girasole
has also been selected one of the 25 BEST Restaurants in New Jersey by New Jersey
Monthly Magazine.
AC- Civic Association Meetings and CRDA Board Meetings
August:
20 – CRDA Board Meeting @ 2pm
29 - Chelsea Neighborhood Association at Our Lady of the Sea Church @
7:30pm
September:
2 – West Side Neighborhood Association at MLK School Complex @ 6pm
3 – Venice Park Civic Association at Venice Park United Methodist Church @
6:30pm
3 – First Ward Civic Association at Uptown School Complex @ 6:30pm
12 – Bungalow Park Association at Davenport Center @ 6:30pm
17 – CRDA Board Meeting @ 2pm
26 – Chelsea Neighborhood Association at Our Lady of the Sea Church @
7:30pm
Advertise in The AC Times call:
267-244-3860
Morey’s Piers:
Summer Sizzles With Food and Musical Entertainment
Morey’s Piers & Beachfront Waterparks continues to shake things up on the
Wildwoods, NJ, boardwalk this summer with the introduction of live musical
entertainment and new flavorful food offerings. Throughout the remainder of the summer, top bands from School of Rock, a
performance program for young musicians ages 7-18, will showcase their talents at
artBOX, the new 10,000 square foot interactive artists’ colony crafted from 11 repurposed shipping containers on Adventure Pier. School of Rock groups from
around the New Jersey and Pennsylvania area will perform a variety of music genres
from Rock n’ Roll and Indy Rock, to a playlist of original songs.
Shows take place in the evening; for a list of scheduled performances, visit
www.moreyspiers.com/schoolofrock. Wrecker’s Beach Grill at Raging Waters Waterpark on Mariner’s Landing Pier
is now open to the public with an easy-to-access, beach-front entrance. Waterpark
admission is no longer required to enjoy the grill’s variety of summertime favorites
including hotdogs, cheesesteaks, fries, wraps and more. Beach-goers looking to
satisfy their sweet tooth will get a taste of France with the new homemade crepes
and donuts available at La Bakerie, also located on Mariner’s Landing Pier. On Surfside Pier, guests can unwind after a long day in the sun at the new seated
bar area on the covered, second floor of Joe’s Fish Co. The acoustic sounds of local
musician “Spin’s Nightly” can be enjoyed at Joe’s from 7pm -11pm on various dates
through the end of August. In addition to serving up lively libations, great food and
open-air ocean views, the new Soggy Dollar at Ocean Oasis Waterpark (also open
to the public) features a rotating cast of fresh young, talent including Tommy
Ciccone, John McNutt, Eric Eden, Brian London and more, performing daily from
2pm-6pm. Also new to Adventure Pier this summer is Tokyo 4B [the ART of Sushi], a café
serving a variety of fresh sushi. Menu items include Seared Ahi Tuna, California
Rolls, Spicy Tuna Rolls, and specialties such as the Ocean Roll featuring spicy crab
meat topped with lobster. For more information on Morey’s Piers, visit www.moreyspiers.com. About Morey’s Piers
Morey’s Piers, located on the boardwalk in the Wildwoods, New Jersey is a
classic seaside amusement park, family owned and operated since 1969. Voted the
third best seaside amusement park in the world by Amusement Today, Morey’s Piers
has over 100 rides and attractions spanning over eighteen acres along six beach
blocks and includes three amusement piers and two beachfront waterparks.
Ed Peahota is a professional speed painter from Sewell, New Jersey with more than 30 years of
experience as a pictorial billboard artist. His speed painting demonstrations have drawn thousands
of spectators around the country and on YouTube and Houng Peahota a Vietnam-born artist who
creates a unique line of beautifully hand-painted glassware and jewelry are two of the featured
artists at [artBOX], a 10,000 square foot interactive artists' colony on Morey's Adventure Pier in
Wildwood N.J.
Convenient to the major population centers of the Northeast, yet a world apart,
Morey’s Piers along with Morey Resorts combines the pure joy of an amusement
park, the sights and sounds of a classic boardwalk, outstanding accommodations,
together with the rhythm of beach life. Visit them at Surfside Pier, featuring the
Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club at 25th Avenue, Mariner’s Landing Pier,
featuring Raging Waters Waterpark at Schellenger Avenue, and Adventure Pier at
Spencer Avenue. For more information, visit www.moreyspiers.com or phone (609)
522-3900 or like us on Facebook. You can also follow us on Twitter and YouTube.
Bally’s Atlantic City:
“Legends In Concert” Fall Lineup Features Justin Timberlake
‘Legends In Concert’ Treats Guests to a Fall filled with
Performers Justin Timberlake, Liza Minnelli, Michael
Jackson, and of course the King Himself, Elvis
Atlantic City has never looked so dapper in its new threads, so break out the
“Mirrors”, and get ready to “Take Back the Night” as Legends In Concert will
pay tribute to the talents of JT, Justin Timberlake. Also, joining the fall tribute
line-up in Atlantic City will be actress/singer/icon Liza Minnelli, and the “King
of Pop” Michael Jackson. Justin Timberlake’s “The 20/20 Experience” is the
year’s biggest-selling album to date, with over 3 million copies sold, so Legends
concert-goers can expect to hear all the favorites that they know and love.
Tickets to the star-studded show are on sale now. “The World’s Greatest Live
Tribute Show” Legends in Concert at Bally’s Atlantic City’s new fall lineup will
begin Friday, September 6th and last through Sunday, November 24.
Tickets, which are now on sale, can be purchased at all Ticketmaster locations
and at Ballysac.com, legendsinconcert.com or by calling 800-745-3000. Ticket
prices are $32.50 for adults and $16.25 for children (3-16) plus service charges.
Special group rates are also available. Performances will be held daily at 8pm,
Sundays and Tuesdays through Fridays, as well two Saturday shows at 7:30pm
and 10pm, and a special matinee each Wednesday at 3pm.
All performers sing with their own natural voices to a live band and
accompanied by amazing dancers. The performances feature a brand new stateof-the-art set and production elements including sound, lighting and signature
video projection that replicates the iconic superstars featured in all Legends in
Concert productions.
Legends In Concert is the longest running entertainment attraction in Atlantic
City history and recently entered into a multi-year, multi-dimensional partnership
with Bally’s Atlantic City. From the newly named Legends in Concert Theater
(formerly The Palace Theater) with new seats, booths and cocktail tables, to
special promotions and events featuring Legends performers, guests and visitors
to Bally’s Atlantic City will find the Legends’ theme, brand and personality
throughout the casino and hotel that’s always in the “Center of the Action.”
A Legends Memorabilia Wall, highlighting the 30-year history of Legends
and featuring special memorabilia including costumes, musical instruments,
archival media and other items is now up in the Bally’s lobby and a designated
“Dealertainer” gaming pit sponsored by Legends in Concert on the casino floor
is now open.
Nightly performances of Legends in Concert summer line-up featuring
tributes to Britney Spears, Rod Stewart,
Michael Bublé, Katy Perry and Elvis
will continue through September 1 and
are also on sale with good tickets still
available.
For more information to the
world’s original tribute show or to find
out more about Bally’s Legendary
casino and hotel, you are invited to visit
www.ballysac.com. Tickets can be
purchased at www.ticketmaster.com or
by calling 800-745-3000.
About Legends in Concert
“Legends in Concert” began in
1983 with a limited six-week
engagement in Las Vegas, and now
celebrates 30 years of success. The
show has earned multiple awards,
including the prestigious “Show of
Shows” from the International Press
Association. Today, “Legends” can be
seen year-round at the Flamingo Las
Vegas Casino & Hotel, and is the
longest-running independently-owned
production show in Las Vegas and
Atlantic City. “Legends” also has longScott Jordan, appearing as Justin Timberlake.
term productions in top tourism
destinations including Branson, Mo.; Myrtle Beach, S.C.; Foxwoods, CT; Waikiki,
HI on the high seas aboard the Norwegian EPIC and other locations. Visit
http://www.legendsinconcert.com/ for more information.
About Bally’s Atlantic City:
At Bally’s Atlantic City, guests can choose their experience from two casinos:
Bally’s Park Place, the Wild Wild West Gaming Hall. With multiple dining
destinations, four hotel towers, an unrivaled hotel spa, a beach bar, big name
entertainment, championship fights, and the historic Claridge Tower, Bally’s
certainly defines being in The Center Of The Action. Bally’s is located at the
famed address of Boardwalk and Park Place in Atlantic City, New Jersey. For
more information, call 609-340-2000 or visit www.ballysac.com.
AtlantiCare:
CRDA Presented with 100th Automated External Defibrillator
AtlantiCare representatives presented an automated external defibrillator
(AED) to the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) Boardwalk
Ambassadors July 23 on the boardwalk in Atlantic City. The presentation was the
100th AtlantiCare has made since 2002 through the AtlantiCare Regional Medical
Center Heart Heroes Matching Funds Program. View a video of the presentation.
The ARMC Heart Heroes is a volunteer group that raises funds for the Heart
Institute at ARMC through the AtlantiCare Foundation to place AEDs in the
community. The Heart Heroes fund a portion of the AED and community groups
and/or organizations provide the remaining funds. AEDs can restore a normal
heart rhythm in victims of sudden cardiac arrest. Audible and/or visual prompts
guide the user through the process. To mark the 100th donation, AtlantiCare
covered the full cost of the AED.
“These 100 AEDs have gone to schools, police and fire departments, various
municipalities, community organizations, parks, businesses, and places of
worship,” said David Tilton, president and CEO, AtlantiCare. “All are places
where the public gather and where together, we have a chance to save a life.
CRDA and many others are doing great work to enhance the visitor and resident
experience in Atlantic City. The ambassadors – and all of our community partners
who now have AEDs - are helping AtlantiCare raise awareness about the
importance of prompt care for heart attack, and demonstrating their commitment
to the well-being of our community.”
“This is the second AED AtlantiCare has presented to CRDA,” said John
Palmieri, executive director, CRDA. “On eight occasions our ambassadors have
had to use the AED in resuscitating people on the boardwalk.”
Representatives of many of the organizations that received an AED through
the program attended the presentation. “When it comes to a heart attack, time is
muscle,” said Howard Levite, MD, medical director, the Heart Institute and of
ARMC’s Cardiac Catheterization Labs. “Dialing 911 and having an AED can
make a life-saving difference.
“We thank all of our Heart Heroes. Each has a personal reason for doing this
important work,” said Levite, who explained an AtlantiCare Center for Childbirth
nurse whose 27 year old son died of a heart attack is among the volunteers.
Lori Herndon, executive vice president, AtlantiCare and president and CEO,
ARMC, thanked each volunteer and James Dralle, MD, chief of Cardiac Surgery,
the Heart Institute, handed each a small gift as Levite recognized Ray Coleman,
of Absecon; Pat McCarthy, of Mullica Township, a nurse at the Rodger B. Hansen
Center for Childbirth at ARMC Mainland Campus who lost her son to a heart
attack; Stephen Santiago, of Absecon, who learned about the Heart Heroes through
a college internship with AtlantiCare; Kathy Rawa, of Egg Harbor City and her
guide dog Missy; and founding members George and Louise Schieder, of Egg
Harbor City and Rita Triola, of Mullica Township.
Past recipients of automated external defibrillators, left to right, Sgt. Joe Picardi, of Bayview Volunteer Fire
Company #4; Sue Picardi, of Assumption Regional Catholic School, Jack Keith, of the Atlantic City Aquarium; Mike Laffey, of the Cape May County Park and Zoo; and Karen Semet, of Egg Harbor Township Public
Schools, pose with Lori Herndon, president and CEO of AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, James Dralle,
chief of Cardiac Surgery, ARMC.
“We are proud to supply Powerheart G3 AEDs for the AtlantiCare Heart
Heroes program,” said Al Ford, Cardiac Science Senior vice president, Sales /
Marketing, and general manager, Resuscitation, Cardiac Science. “The Heart
Heroes volunteers are helping organizations throughout southern New Jersey
make life-saving AEDs readily available.”
The first AED presentation AtlantiCare made through the program was to
the Northfield Community School in 2002. “To this day, we are so appreciative
of AtlantiCare and what they have done for the safety and confidence of our
community,” said Janice DeCicco Fipp, EdD, Northfield Community School
superintendent.
AtlantiCare’s Heart Heroes History
The Heart Heroes began raising funds through the AtlantiCare Foundation in
to place automated external defibrillators in the community after AtlantiCare’s
Heart Institute, at ARMC Mainland Campus, became the only facility in the region
to offer cardiac surgery in 2001. Among the Heart Heroes’ biggest fundraising
activities are AtlantiCare’s Red Dress Event, in February, an annual bus trip to the
Radio City Christmas Spectacular, starring the Radio City Rockettes at Radio City
Music Hall, Manhattan, New York and other bus trips.
The next Radio City Music Hall trip will be December 10.
Those interested in becoming an ARMC Heart Hero volunteer should fill out a
volunteer application online. Those interested in donating to the AtlantiCare
Heart Heroes can do so by visiting the AtlantiCare Foundation donation web
page.
About the Heart Institute at ARMC
The Heart Institute at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center Mainland
Campus, Pomona, New Jersey, has the only full-service cardiac program in the
area, providing everything from diagnostic cardiac catheterization to open heart
surgery to electrophysiology.
2013 SUMMER SCHEDULE
Market Hours:
Thursdays & Saturdays
9AM – 3PM
Enjoy live music every Thursday
July 11 - Special Occasion Band
July 18 - The Cason Express Show Band
BRIGHTON PARK (Sundays)
BARTRAM AVE. BEACH (Fridays)
July 14 - Men In Black 3
July 21 - Cirque Du Soleil Worlds Away
July 28 - Brave
August 4 - High School Musical 3
August 11 - Alice in Wonderland (2010)
August 18 - Oz the Great and Powerful
August 25 - Madagascar 3
July 12 - Madagascar 3
July 19 - The Pirates! Band of Misfits
July 26 - Wreck it Ralph
August 2 - The Lorax
August 9 - Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3 Viva La Fiesta!
August 16 - Hotel Transylvania
August 23 - Rise of the Guardians
August 30 - Shrek the Third
July 25 - Maytrix Band
Location:
Center City Park
1200 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City
August 1 - Jackie Greggs and Friends
August 8 - Judah Dorrington & Paradise
August 15 - Chance
August 22 - Lana Forrester
August 29 - Special Occasion Band
GARDNER’S BASIN (Mondays)
July 15 - Thunder Struck
July 22 - The Amazing Spider Man
July 29 - The Hobbit
August 5 - Snow White and the
Huntsman
August 12 - The Dark Knight Rises
August 19 - Jack the Giant Slayer
August 26 - The Avengers
Sponsored by
Schedule subject to change and cancellation
due to inclement weather conditions.
For more information, please call 344-8338,
or visit us at www.njcrda.com.
*ALL MOVIES WILL BEGIN PROMPTLY AT DUSK.
The MBCA Summer Mixer and Auction Raised $10,000
Committee Members Kathie McGuire of Shore Medical Center with The Waters’.
Atlantic City Ballet Summer Campers enjoy Steel Pier.
The Hon. John and Luanne Amodeo with their lovely granddaughter, Kayla.
Ms. Gabrielle Gomes, Board Member, Sherry Amos and Barbara Gomes at the MBCA Silent
Auction.
AtlanticCare Opens New Cancer Care Institute
Left to right: Eddie Tate, Regional Business Development manager, AtlantiCare; Vijay Sandilya,
MD, medical oncologist; Lauren Ochs, assistant vice president, Oncology, Women’s and Children’s
Services, AtlantiCare; David Adelberg, MD, medical oncologist, AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute,
a Fox Chase Cancer Center Partner; Dan Lockwood, Middle Township, New Jersey mayor; Michael
Kane, MD; medical director of Medical Oncology and Infusion Services, AtlantiCare Cancer Care
Institute and assistant professor, Department of Medical Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center;
James Wurzer, MD, medical director, Radiation Oncology, AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute; Lori
Herndon, executive vice president, AtlantiCare and president and CEO AtlantiCare Regional
Medical Center; Lacey Peterman, Oncology analyst, AtlantiCare and member of AtlantiCare’s Cape
May County Advisory Committee; David Tilton, president and CEO, AtlantiCare; and Eugene
Arnone, chairman, AtlantiCare Health System Board, open the new $18.1 million AtlantiCare
Cancer Care Institute.
Employees at AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute celebrate the opening of AtlantiCare’s new facility.
Left to right: Frank Ricco, driver, Ruth Newman Shapiro van service, AtlantiCare; Kaitlyn Sloan,
radiation therapy technician, AtlantiCare; Erika McKenna, radiation oncology nurse, AtlantiCare;
Beth DiCioccio – Oncology Analyst, AtlantiCare; Noah Pendrak, radiation therapy technician,
AtlantiCare; Lacey Peterman, Oncology analyst, AtlantiCare and member of AtlantiCare’s Cape
May County Advisory Committee; James Wurzer, MD, medical director, Radiation Oncology,
AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute; Tracie Rodriguez, radiation oncology nurse, AtlantiCare; Betty
Valerio, administrative assistant, radiation oncology, AtlantiCare; and Jessica Futrell,
administrative assistant, radiation oncology, AtlantiCare.
The artBOX at Morey’s Pier
Jack Morey and Autumn de Forest at Morey’s Pier’s artBOX in Wildwood, NJ.
Carolyn Davis, of West Cape May; Shirley Moore, of West Cape May; Charisse Fizer, vice president
of Clinical Operations and Ambulatory Services, AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center; David
Tilton, president and CEO, AtlantiCare; and Jodi Tilton tour the new extension of AtlantiCare’s
Cancer Care Institute, a Fox Chase Cancer Center Partner, at the reception hosted by AtlantiCare
July 10 to celebrate the opening of the new Cape May Court House facility.
Two More Reasons People Love Atlantic City
Best Food Truck, Great Golf Please Both Visitors and
Residents
The accolades haven’t stopped for Atlantic City’s attractions. In the last week,
Tony Boloney’s Mustache Mobile food truck was named the best in the nation, and
GolfStyles NJ magazine’s 2013 Readers Choice survey named Atlantic City Country
Club one of the top courses in the New Jersey and Philadelphia region. These honors
join several others that were announced earlier this summer.
The “Trucking Amazing Cook-Off” on ABC Television Network’s “Live with
Kelly and Michael” garnered 1,000 competing food trucks from across the country.
Owner Mike Hauke of Atlantic City’s Tony Boloney’s restaurant entered his
signature Mustache Mobile Cheesesteak and made it to the finals through episodes
that included teaching show hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan how to make the
sauce and cheese and grill the meat. After judging by the show’s audience as well
as a panel of expert judges, Hauke received the $20,000 top prize on Friday, August
2.
Also Friday, Jerry Covella, publisher of GolfStyles NJ, announced that Atlantic
City Country Club, “overwhelmed the competition in our Best of the Best online poll
of subscribers in New Jersey and Philadelphia.” Among the high ratings, the historic
golf club in Northfield was voted #1 Top Course/Public, #1 Most Scenic/Public, #1
Best Course at the Shore, #1 Best Conditions/Public, #1 Best Food/Public and #2
Favorite Course to Play/Public. It also received the #8 vote for Best Course
Management/Public (this award is for Caesars Entertainment, which owns the course)
and #10 Top Golf Professional/Public (this award is for Charles Fahy, General
Manger).
Atlantic City also recently received the following awards:
Artlantic was named one of the 50 best public art projects in the U.S. in the 2013
Public Art Network Year in Review.
The DailyMeal.com rated Atlantic City number two on its list of 24 Best
Boardwalks for Food in the USA.
Bicycling Magazine rated the Atlantic City Boardwalk as number one in their
list of top beachside paths and boardwalks.
Seven of Golfweek magazine’s 10 Best Golf Courses That You Can Play in New
Jersey are in the Atlantic City area.
Bleacherreport.com placed Atlantic City third on an international list of 10 Best
Cities to Host a Marquee Boxing Event.
Atlantic City’s Boardwalk was rated number one on Oyster.com’s list of Top
U.S. Boardwalks.
BudgetTravel.com named the Atlantic City Boardwalk a one of America’s Most
Awesome Boardwalks.
BudgetTravel.com also named Atlantic City as one of its Six Great Summer
Destinations That Survived Sandy.
The historic and iconic Boardwalk Hall was recently named one of the top ten
venues of its size in the world by both Venues Today and Billboard magazines.
“These recognitions help validate the fact that Atlantic City is one of the great
getaway vacation destinations in the country,” said John Palmieri, executive director
of the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA), which oversees the
Atlantic City Tourism District. “Our vast array of attractions, entertainment offerings
and dining options provide a plethora of ways to “Do AC,” and our continued efforts
to provide a clean, safe and exciting environment make it a truly enjoyable
destination.”
Palmieri points to the Tourism District’s focus on improvements to the
Boardwalk, including public art projects, professional volleyball courts and enhanced
lighting, plus the addition of new attractions as prime reasons for guests to visit more
frequently and stay for extended periods. This summer, Atlantic City welcomed
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville complex at Resorts Casino Hotel, HQ Beach Club at
Revel Casino Hotel, Haven Nightclub at Golden Nugget Atlantic City, six new
eateries at Tropicana Casino and Resort and additions to the Steel Pier.
Revel Casino-Hotel:
“Cirque Dreams,” A Stylish, Intimate & Up-Close Experience
All New Stylish, Intimate & Up-Close Entertainment
Experience Dat The Social at Revel Casino Hotel
Cirque Dreams, the show that has entertained over 50 million people worldwide
since 1993, opens today at The Social inside Revel Casino Hotel. In its
groundbreaking 20th anniversary year, the company is opening 7 shows, the newest
of which is at Revel Casino Hotel for eight weeks. Cirque Dreams Revealed, an
intriguing new stylish revue being performed at The Social, will offer guests an
intimate, up-close, in-the-round Cirque Dreams entertainment experience. The show
will expose some of the most distinctive and never before seen Cirque Dreams artistry
in a non-stop cabaret revue of heart-pounding action, making The Social Atlantic
City’s entertainment hotspot of the summer. Intimate guest seating completely
surrounds the performance unlike similar shows of this stature. Sixteen featured
Cirque Dreams artists soar above guests’ seats while performing elaborate aerial feats,
delicate balancing acts and stylish strength presentations with stimulating rhythm
and grace. Guests can behold contorting, spinning and the manipulation of perfectly
sculpted bodies in synchronicity and close proximity.
Premiering Tuesday, July 30, and running through Sunday, September 22; Show
times at 5 pm and 8 pm, 6 days a week. Dark Mondays
A look at the opening of the Cirque Dreams Jungle Scene. The show will premiere on Sunday,
September 22nd, at Revel Casino Hotel’s The Social.
The Social, Revel Casino Hotel, 500 Boardwalk (at Connecticut Avenue),
Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Revel Casino-Hotel:
Announcing the Next Phase of Its “Gamblers Wanted” Campaign
“Take a Free Ride to Revel” with Free Self Parking, 31,000
Gas Card Drawings and 48 Car Giveaways in 48 Hours
Revel Casino-Hotel, Atlantic City’s newest and largest casino resort, announced
its August 2013 marketing promotion: “Take a Free Ride to Revel.” As it did in
July, Revel will again conduct one of the most ambitious promotions in the history
of Atlantic City:
• For the month of August, self-parking will be free, twenty-four hours a day,
seven days a week, to everyone with a Revel Card.
• Every day in August, in periodic drawings between 8AM and midnight, Revel
will select 1,000 hot-seat winners of gas cards across both the slot and table floor.
• To cap off the promotion, on Labor Day weekend, Thursday, August 29th to
Sunday, September 1st, the property will give away 48 cars over 48 hours. Slot and
table game customers will earn an entry for every $5 resort dollars earned, beginning
August 1st, and entries are good for all 48 car drawings.
• In an Atlantic City first, all 48 cars will be placed onsite over the next week
and viewable by customers as they explore the entire Casino-Hotel.
“We wanted to offer a “Free Ride to Revel” promotion so that people can save
their money for what they come to Revel to do – play the newest slot machines in
town and enjoy our fun and exciting table games,” said Jeffrey Hartmann, Interim
Chief Executive Officer. “We believe that by making parking free to everyone with
a Revel Card, conducting more than 30,000 gas card drawings, and giving away 48
cars in 48 hours, Revel will continue to build on our message of Gamblers Wanted.
With a total of 31,048 drawings, every gambler has a great chance to win. By
displaying every car on property, we think this will be a fun and exciting way to
continue the momentum Revel has started in July.”
In addition, beginning in early August, customers who earned refunds for their
July slot play will receive and begin being able to use their offers.
For complete details and rules of all promotions, customers can visit the Revel
Card desk.
About Revel Casino-Hotel
Revel Casino-Hotel: Gamblers Wanted. Revel offers casino players the newest,
largest, most expansive casino resort in the history of Atlantic City. Located along
the city’s world-famous boardwalk, and designed to offer endless views of the
Atlantic Ocean, the casino offers 130,000 square feet of gaming space, the largest
contiguous smoking casino in Atlantic City, 2,400 of the newest slots, 130 table
games, the high-limit Pearl Slot Lounge and high-limit table game Ultra Lounge.
Revel features 1,399 ocean view rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, gardens, lounges,
a 32,000-square-foot spa, 14 restaurants serving world-class cuisine and down-home
favorites, a collection of boutiques, nightclubs, a day club and live entertainment on
its stages at The Social and Ovation Hall.
For additional information and updates, please visit www.revelresorts.com.
Trump Taj Mahal:
The "Up in Smoke Tour" Cheech & Chong and WAR
Trump Taj Mahal Presents the Up In Smoke Tour, featuring
Cheech & Chong and WAR, in the Arena on Saturday, August 17,
2013. Show time is at 8pm. Ticket prices are $58, $29 & $19.
Tickets can be obtained by either calling Ticketmaster at 1-800736-1420 or on line at www.ticketmaster.com.
Successful beyond their wildest dreams, the iconic comedy
duo Cheech & Chong defined an era with their hilariously
irreverent, satirical, counter-culture, no-holds-barred comedy
routines. Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong’s phenomenal success
began on the stand up comedy circuit which led to 9 hit comedy
albums and 8 hit films, breaking box office records, shattering
comedy album sales, garnering multiple Grammy nominations
and mesmerizing fans for more than a decade.
For more information, visit http://www.cheechandchong.com
What do you get when you take Funk, Jazz, R&B and Rock
& Roll and mix it all together? Well, you get one of the greatest
bands of all time; WAR has sold more than 50 million albums
worldwide. Lonnie Jordan, original lead singer, keyboardist
extraordinaire and musical director has always been the voice of
WAR and is one of the most versatile and musically talented men
of the twentieth century. His powerful voice presides over WAR’s
political, historical and downright fun songbook. Whether Originally formed in 1962, the group that would eventually become WAR was playing at the Rag Doll in North Hollywood,
listening to “Lowrider” on “Grand Theft Auto San Andreas” or they were then called “Nightshift.” Lonnie Jordan (3rd from the right), the only remaining member of the original band,
on classic vinyl, WAR’s music is a timeless thread in the quilt of claimed that the band's goal was to spread a message of brotherhood and harmony, using instruments and voices to
speak out against racism, hunger, gangs, crimes, and promote hope and the spirit of brotherhood.
American pop culture.
In 1969, Eric Burdon and WAR recorded and released their first album entitled around
“Eric Burdon Declares WAR” featuring the number one single, “Spill The Wine.” inner cities. Then, in 1972 WAR released “The World Is a Ghetto”. Its second
In the early 1970’s the release of “Slippin’ into Darkness” and “Me and Baby single, "The Cisco Kid," shipped gold and the album attained the number one spot
Brother” represented their exhilarating sound and spoke to millions of Americans as Billboard magazine's Album of the Year.
For more information, visit http://www.war.com
about the troubled times of Vietnam, Watergate and the ethnic tension that centered
Tropicana:
Get A Taste of Over 20 Restaurants For United Way
6th Annual Taste of the Quarter Event is scheduled for
August 26th featuring 5 new restaurants and extending
into the Marketplace
Over twenty restaurants, bars and eateries – including several newcomers –
have teamed up for the 6th annual Taste of The Quarter at Tropicana. Scheduled
for Monday, August 26, 2013 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., this signature event benefits
the United Way of Atlantic County.
“Unlike other food events that take place in Atlantic City, Taste of The Quarter
treats food lovers to an international menu in one convenient setting,” said Steve
Callender, General Manager for Tropicana. “Adding five of Tropicana’s brand
new outlets and extending the event throughout the Marketplace in addition to
The Quarter will make for an even bigger and better guest experience.”
The menu for Taste of the Quarter 2013 has been announced as follows:
TONY LUKE’S: Enjoy an authentic taste of Philly with pork Italian mini
subs with sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. Located at the Marketplace.
WET WILLIES: Cool off with samples of our “Call a Cab” daiquiris.
Located in The Quarter.
BROADWAY BURGER BAR: Sink your teeth into pulled pork sliders.
CASA TACO & TEQUILA BAR: Scoop up delicious guacamole with
handmade chips, non-alcoholic watermelon margaritas and pollo tacos made with
adobo braised chicken, lettuce and avocado crema. Located at the Marketplace.
CHICKIE'S & PETE'S CRAB HOUSE AND SPORTS BAR: This hot
spot will feature both Mussels Red and Mussels White, two of the restaurant’s
most requested items. Located just off the Casino Floor.
A DAM GOOD SPORTS BAR: Enjoy an all-you-can-eat taco bar. Located
in The Quarter.
A TIME FOR WINE: Raise your glass with an assortment of wine samples.
CARMINE'S: Savor the flavor of authentic penne alla vodka. Located in The
Quarter.
CLASSIC CAKES: Satisfy your sweet tooth with an assortment of delicious
desserts. Located in The Quarter.
CREATE A CONE: “Banana Whip” samples Located in the Marketplace
CUBA LIBRE RESTAURANT: Spice up your experience with Camagãœey
meatballs made with Chino glazed beef, pork and pine nuts and served with
pickled carrot slaw. Located in The Quarter.
FARMERS ALMANAC: Get snack-a-lacking with delicious dips and
assorted baked goods. Located in The Quarter.
FIN: Dishing up delicious bowls of Cape May Clam Chowder. Located near
Tango’s Lounge
HOOTERS: Look for the Hooters girls serving boneless wings located in the
Marketplace.
IL VERDI: Enjoy the art of perfectly-prepared pasta with a taste of cavatelli
with crabmeat. Located near Tango’s Lounge
JAMES CANDY: Savor samples of Atlantic City’s legendary salt water taffy.
Located at the Marketplace.
MRS. FIELDS COOKIES: Follow the aroma to fresh baked chocolate chip
cookies. Located near Tango’s Lounge.
PF CHANG'S: Relish the taste of Chang’s Chicken served with fried rice
and Shanghai cucumber salad. Located in The Quarter.
RI RA IRISH PUB: Satisfy your cravings with Guinness barbecue meatball
sliders. Located in The Quarter.
STARBUCKS: In the mood for coffee and pastry? Starbucks has you
covered. Located in The Quarter.
TANGO’S LOUNGE: Sample our signature Bacardi Rum buckets.
THE PALM: Taste this legendary restaurant’s famous mini crab cakes.
ZEYTINIA: Sample mini ham sandwiches paired with a citrus soft drink.
Book an overnight stay with us on Monday, August 26th for $149 and we will
throw in a pair of tickets for Taste of the Quarter and $10 in free slot play! Call 1800-345-8767 and use booking code TTASTE3. Rate does not include tax and
fees.
One hundred percent of the proceeds from the Taste of the Quarter benefit the
United Way of Atlantic County funding 60 local programs aimed at improving
lives of Atlantic County residents. These programs provide services such as adult
literacy education; emergency assistance for food, clothing and shelter; after
school programming and pediatric free health services.
Taste of the Quarter is an event for those 21 and older. Guests will enjoy a
lively festival atmosphere and a tempting collection of appetizers, main courses,
desserts, wines, coffee and cocktails. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 the day
of the event. Advance purchase is recommended as this event tends to sell out.
All proceeds are donated to United Way of Atlantic County. Tickets can be
purchased at the IMAX Box Office, located on the third floor of The Quarter,
www.Ticketmaster.com, via phone at 1.800.745.3000 or the United Way office.
About Tropicana Atlantic City
Tropicana Casino & Resort is a 24-hour gaming destination located on the
beach and Boardwalk. Featuring 2,079 rooms and suites and home of The Quarter,
a 200,000 square foot entertainment complex, Tropicana is the premier resort in
Atlantic City. With more than 24 restaurants, 25 shops, 18 bars and lounges, 2
pools, an IMAX Theatre and a spa, Tropicana is consistently rated as the “MustSee Attraction” in Atlantic City. For more information, visit the official Web site
at www.tropicana.net. Must be 21. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.
For more exclusive discounts, current information, pictures and video, be sure
to check out the Tropicana on the Web at www.facebook.com/tropac or follow us
on Twitter at @tropicanaac.
“You Better Work, Cover Girl... Sashay Shante”
2013 Miss’d America Pagent Comes to Blues Cat Walk in September
RuPaul’s Own Michelle Visage to Host the Annual Drag
Queen Event Along with Musical Guest CeCe Peniston.
In a city known for its coveted beaches, the famed Boardwalk, glitzy casino
resorts, and where Nucky ruled the Prohibition Era, there’s also a famous pageant:
The Miss’d America Pageant. Presented by the Greater Atlantic City GLBT
Alliance and the Schultz-Hill Scholarship Foundation in association with Caesars
Entertainment, Miss’d America continues its annual Pageantry with a sashay down
the Boardwalk from Boardwalk Hall to the House of Blues at Showboat on
Saturday, September 21 at 8pm. Tickets, which are on sale now, are $45, $65 &
$100, and can be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com and at the House of
Blues Box Office directly. All tickets include admission to the pre-and-post parties
throughout the weekend.
A not-to-be-missed entertainment event, the Miss’d America Pageant (19942005) was absent from Atlantic City for nearly five years, before making its
triumphant return on January 31, 2010. On that date, Miss’d America 2010, Miss
Michelle Dupree, was crowned the winner. The event was created as a spoof of the
world-famous Miss America Pageant to raise funds for a local charity. It took place
annually on the night after the famous beauty pageant when held in Atlantic City.
Proceeds from the 2013 Miss’d America Pageant will be equally divided
between the Greater Atlantic City GLBT Alliance and the Schultz-Hill Scholarship
Foundation, and then split among various charities. Since its inception, the pageant
has donated over $200,000.00.For more information on either organization, visit
www.acglbt.org or www.schultz-hill.org.
The “Wanna-Be-Queens”
A contestant search was conducted in New Jersey, New York, Washington,
DC, Baltimore, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware and many other states.
Contestants completed a submission form and submitted a three-minute video of
their talent for consideration by a very distinguished panel of entertainment
industry moguls. For information on contestant search, contact Joel Ballesteros
at 609.214.7607 or [email protected].
Contestants competing for the Miss’d America title will be judged in the
categories of swimsuit, talent, evening gown, and must complete a Judges’
Interview. Along with the crown, the 2013 Miss’d America winner will receive
cash and prizes, and must be available for multiple appearances throughout her
reigning year. Miss’d America 2012 Sabel Scities will crown the winner and
perform a farewell performance.
The Hostess with the Most-ess
Michelle Visage, who is described as a ‘glamorous firecracker’, is recently
Gary Hill, Shultz Hill Foundation, Mark Dahl show producer, Joel Ballesteros Resorts, Miss'd
America contestants, Jerry Eisenband Caesars Entertainment and John Shultz , Shultz Hill
Foundation gather to announce preparations for the upcoming 2013 Miss'd America Pageant hosted
by House of Blues @ Showboat Casino
best-known as a judge on the LOGO Network hit series “Drag Race”, featuring
the reigning Drag-Queen-of-them-all and America’s most-famous Queen, RuPaul.
Coming back to her home state of New Jersey, Visage will host this year’s Pageant
with that same quick-witted sarcasm and humor seen on Drag Race. With Visage
on a stage of novice Drag Queens, there really is no telling WHAT she might say
or do!
Miss’d America is never a one-night-affair … Pro Bar at Resorts Casino Hotel
Hosts Pre-Party hosted by CeCe Peniston
CeCe Peniston, a former beauty queen herself, is best known for her 90s hit
“Finally” which quickly became known as the LGBT community’s anthem. Fans
of Ms. Peniston can catch her act in advance on Friday, September 20 at 8pm
where she will host the official Miss’d America Pre-Party. Kicking the weekend
off in a way that no other Atlantic City nightclub can, Pro Bar at Resorts Casino
Hotel, will feature signature cocktails, high energy dancers and performers of the
night and a DJ whose batteries never run out.
Immediately following the Miss’d America crowning, all ticket holders will
receive complimentary entry into the after party at the Club Harlem Ballroom and
Foundation Room, just adjacent to the House of Blues Music Hall.
Bartram Beach Block Concert Series Features Local Acts
The City of Atlantic City and Atlantic City Free Public Library will once again present
the Bartram Beach Block Concert Series – a biweekly series featuring popular local artists.
The free 90-minute shows will be held 7 p.m. at Bartram Place and the Boardwalk.
Those attending the shows are asked to bring their own chairs or blankets.
• Gina Roché on Friday, July 26: A vocalist, guitarist and composer, local favorite
Gina Roché puts a Brazilian twist on her jazz, blues and original compositions. She has
been a featured artist in Las Vegas and has performed at nearly every Atlantic City casino
in a variety of genres.
• Stockton Faculty Band on Friday, Aug. 23: The Stockton Faculty Band, a group
of musicians and educators, performs a wide range of music from classic rock to rhythm
and blues to funk and jazz. The group has appeared at venues throughout the region and
recorded a CD, “Pop Quiz.”
Call (609) 377-7117 or (609) 345-2269, ext. 3064, for more information.
AC Seafood Festival; 2 Days of Fun, Food & Entertainment
Avast ye matey, here is some news that will have skippers, scallywags, and salty
dogs dropping their anchors aboard the Atlantic City shores, Good Time Tricycle
and the city of Atlantic City have announced the return of the Atlantic City Seafood
Festival - Saturday, September 14th and Sunday, September 15th. Though it might
seem like an “Astonishing Tale from the Sea” the second year festival is now freeof-charge and open-to-all-who-wish-to-attend, thanks to a grant from the Casino
Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA). The Atlantic City Seafood Festival
has evolved into the proverbial Moby Dick, as far as Jersey Shore culinary events
go, featuring over 120 vendors and 50 participating restaurants guaranteed to please
all palates.
The Atlantic City Seafood Festival is a two day extravaganza of fun, food, and
entertainment celebrating the treasures of the Atlantic Ocean while highlighting the
East Coast’s favorite sea side city. The festival will offer event goers the opportunity
to treat their taste buds to a large variety of dishes prepared by area restaurants and
culinary personalities. Attendees are encouraged to arrive hungry!
The Festival returns rain or shine on September 14th and 15th on the peninsula
of Bader Field with the Atlantic City skyline as its back drop. The Bader Field
location provides an ample footprint for the variety of multicultural restaurants,
fisherman, crafters, as well other interactive activities/displays and convenient onsite
parking.
The 2013 event is constructed to be the ultimate family weekend at the Jersey
Shore. The wide variety of programming including: local restaurants and culinary
personalities, The Great Brews of the Garden State, cooking demonstrations, Ed
Hitzel’s chowder cook off, interactive mixology
seminars and wine pairings, a kids park and other
activities, and live performances from local and
regional entertainment.
On top of all the fantastic Festival
programming, Triathletes will prepare to “Tri their
Luck” at the 3nd Annual Atlantic City International
Triathlon on September 15th, 2013. The Atlantic
City Triathlon has quickly become one of the most
anticipated races of its type in the country. The
featured international-distance event includes a 1
mile swim, a 20- mile bike and a 10-kilometer (6.2mile) run, while the ‘sprint’ race consists of a 1/4
mile swim, 10 mile bike, and 5k run (3.1 miles).
The triathlon is one again working in conjunction with the Atlantic City Seafood
Festival. For more information visit actriathlon.com
After the success of the 2012 Festival re-launch event producers look to take
the festival to another level as the offering attendees the opportunity to discover
what great seafood comes from the Atlantic City region. Producers expect
approximately 20,000 thousand attendees to converge on this seaside side city to
gorge on seafood and be entertained.
For Festival information contact Jon Henderson at 609.412.9056 or via email
[email protected].
Robert’s Steakhouse Named Best by Philadelphia Magazine
Robert’s Steakhouse of New York located inside Trump Taj Mahal Casino
Hotel has just been named “Best Steakhouse” in the Philadelphia metro region by
the editors of the 2013 Best of Philly edition of Philadelphia Magazine. Largely considered Philadelphia’s top-ranked lifestyle publication,
Philadelphia Magazine’s 2013 Best of Philly issue marks the 40th Anniversary of
this widely read and anxiously anticipated annual edition. According to the
magazine “…we’re celebrating the tradition with a ton of fresh honorees…”
including Robert’s Steakhouse of New York taking the coveted position of Best
Steakhouse in the region. With praise indeed magazine writers/editors stated,
“Robert’s has now expanded to Atlantic City, and the steaks here reach that rarely
achieved level known as utter perfection.”
Opening on the first floor of Trump Taj Mahal just nine short months ago in
November of 2012, Robert’s Steakhouse has quickly distinguished itself as
Atlantic City’s premier fine dining experience. With its proprietary in-house dry
aging process, the commitment to unrivaled quality provides Robert’s dining
guests with an uncommon experience in culinary excellence.
“We are so very pleased to have our Robert’s Atlantic City location recognized
with this distinction by Philadelphia Magazine,” stated Bob Gans, Owner of
Robert’s Steakhouse. “We’ve always known the steaks at Robert’s are the absolute
best, we insist on it. That’s the hallmark of the Robert’s Steakhouse philosophy
carried out each and every day by our incredible culinary staff lead by Executive
Chef Will Savarese,” added Gans. 3rd Annual AC Rodeo Comes To Boardwalk Hall
After two successful years of enthusiastic cowboy competition, the Atlantic
City Boardwalk Rodeo will return to Boardwalk Hall for two rip-roarin’ days of
rodeo matchups on Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6. Corral your family
and friends and saddle down to witness the best cowboys and cowgirls go head to
head in the most exciting PRCA events and specialty acts. Show time is 7:30 p.m.
on Saturday and 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Tickets are on sale now and are priced at $20, $30, $50, and $80. Family
four-packs including 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, and 4 soft drinks are also available
and must be purchased prior to Friday, October 4. Children 2-12, seniors 65+,
and military members will receive a discount of $5 off a ticket. Groups of 10
or more are also eligible to receive a $5 discount on $30 and $50 seats. Two
complimentary tickets will also be given to groups of 40 or more. Tickets can
be purchased at the Boardwalk Hall Box Office, all Ticketmaster locations by
calling 800-736-1420 or at ticketmaster.com. For Group Sales call 609-3487023.
Atlantic City’s 2013 Summer Concert Schedule
The City of Atlantic City and the Atlantic City Free Public Library will present
the City’s annual Summer Concert Series at the Historic Gardner’s Basin. All concerts
are from 1pm to Dusk.
Vendors will be available, selling food and beverages. Attendees may bring
their own chairs, blankets, etc.
The lineup for the final concert is:
August 24, 2013: Geo Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, B.A.D., Ed Morgan,
Special Occasion and Angela Burton & Passion.
The Historic Gardner’s Basin is located on 800 N. New Hampshire Avenue.
For more information, please contact Health & Human Services at 609.347.5643
or visit the City’s website: www.cityofatlanticcity.org
Contemporary and inviting, Robert’s features an 8,000 square foot dining
room for approximately 200 guests; a private dining room for up to 25; and lively
cocktail lounge. Robert’s distinguishes itself among other steakhouses in the
region as an owner-operated business, not a corporatized chain. The culinary team
has the luxury of time and resources to finesse cuts of Prime steak which are dryaged to perfection using Robert’s proprietary in house technique for unsurpassed
quality and flavor. While the superstars on the menu are the steaks, including a hearty bone-in
New York Strip, hand-cut Filet Mignon and the ultimate Porterhouse for Two;
Robert’s menu is studded with locally-grown produce, fresh seafood and sinful
desserts. An extensive wine list features award winning selections including rare
finds from boutique wineries rounding out a truly fine dining experience. The
New York Times has written “Robert’s has some of the best steaks in New York...”
and New York Magazine voted Robert’s The Best Rib Eye in NY.
AC Library International Nights Series:
Bringing Multi-Cultural Music and Dance to Kennedy Plaza
The Atlantic City Library International Night Series will feature Chinese,
Irish, Bollywood and Filipino acts in August.
The multi-cultural series, co-sponsored by the library and City of Atlantic
City, is held 7 p.m. Wednesdays at Kennedy Plaza, located on the Boardwalk
between Mississippi and Georgia avenues. The shows are free and run
approximately 90 minutes.
The Barley Boys on Wednesday, Aug. 14 – The always popular Barley Boys
play original, traditional and contemporary Irish music. The group’s powerful
drums, melodic bass, high-energy fiddle and innovative guitars join together to
form an exciting and entertaining sound.
Bollywood Axion on Wednesday, Aug. 21 – New York City’s Bollywood
Axion is the United States’ first professional dance school for Bollywood and
bhangra dance classes. The group blends class Indian dance techniques,
contemporary Western influences, Punjabi bhangra’s energy and the spirit of Hindi
cinema. The group has appeared on the CBS “Early Show,” and in Hollywood
and Bollywood films.
Kinding Sindaw on Wednesday, Aug. 28 – Kinding Sindaw performs the
dance and music of the Philippines. The repertoire features dances that are graceful
yet vigorous. The musical accompaniment is performed on a variety of percussion
instruments, including a tuned bronze kettle drum set, hanging gongs and
cylindrical drums.
For more information about the Atlantic City Library International Night
Kinding Sindaw, will be performing the dance and music of the Philippines, in the International
Nights Series on Wednesday, August 28th.
Series, please call (609) 345-2269, ext. 3064.
AC Library Summer Reading Series:
A Variety of Summer Reading Events Are Planned for August
The Atlantic City Free Public Library’s upcoming Summer Reading Program
schedule includes a screening of documentaries made by local teens, book clubs and
a dance party.
It is not too late for participants to join the program and earn prizes. Children and
teenagers ages 0-17 are eligible to participate. Children less than nine years of age
must be accompanied by a supervising adult to attend. All programs will be held at
the Main Library unless noted.
Space is limited. It is best to reserve a spot by calling (609) 345-2269, ext. 3050.
Teen Fairy Tale Theatre on Thursday, Aug. 8, at 10:30 a.m. – Our talented
teens present their own interpretations of Grimm’s fairy tales as a play for Atlantic
City kids. Open to all ages.
Comic Drawing Class on Thursdays, Aug. 8, 15, 22 and 29, at 3:30 p.m. –
Learn how to draw characters or super heroes. Marvel/DC Comics illustrator Joe Del
Beato leads the instruction. Ages 7 to 17.
Wetlands Institute: Life in a Salt Marsh on Friday, Aug. 9 at 10:30 a.m. –
This is an interactive program where participants learn about the elements of a salt
marsh and create a living model of a salt marsh. Activity includes live animal touch
tanks. Ages 8 through adult.
Gaming Fridays on Friday, Aug. 9, from 3-5 p.m. – Game at your library! Bring
your games and challenge your friends. Teen Lounge members can check out board
games or participate in organized video game tournaments, which will include Super
Smash Bros, Mario Kart, Naruto Shippuden, Marvel vs. Capcom 3, and others. Must
be 13 to use the Teen Lounge games. Ages 8 to 18.
Teen Book Club on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 12 p.m. – Join us for a lunch time
meeting of the Teen Book Club! Bring some food, we’ll provide the drinks. Ten free
copies of the book club selection – “Enders Game” by Orson Scott Card – will be
available to keep for any teens who wish to participate. Ages 13 to 18.
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Meeting on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 2 p.m. – Make
your voice heard! Plan teen events, tell the library what material we should buy, and
build up some volunteer hours, all while eating free pizza! Ages 13 to 18.
Dig Into Dinosaurs on Sunday, Aug. 11, at 2 p.m. – Learn about the ancient art
of Ebru and make beautiful marbleized dinosaurs. A great family craft. All ages.
Summer Reading Dance Party on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 2 p.m. at All Wars
Memorial Building – Celebrate your summer of reading in a rockin’ Summer Reading
Party with Kids Choice DJ Dave. There will be treats, prizes and certificates. All ages.
Baby Bounce and Playtime on Thursdays, Aug. 15, 22 and 29, at 11:30 a.m.
– Introduce your infant to the world of sounds and stories. Ages 0-2.
Homemade Wine Competition in May’s Landing
On Saturday, October 19th & Sunday, October 20th, the 3rd annual Waterfront
Wine & Food Festival will be occurring noon to 5pm each day at Lake Lenape Park.
During this event, the public is welcomed to participate in an amateur homemade wine
competition. Red wines will be judged on Saturday and white wines will be judged
on Sunday, based on a variety of characteristics. Wine bottles may be delivered by
11:30am on the day of the event. Entries should be in a 750ml bottle labeled with
winemaker’s name and wine class. Participants must be at least 21 years of age and
not be employed or a family member of any operating winery. Entries will be judged
by the South Jersey Wineries at the event. There is a $15 entry fee and applications
are due by October 12, 2013. Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded, along
with bragging rights. There will also be a best in show medal for the overall
competition. Winners will be announced at 4pm on the day of the event.
For applications, please go to www.WaterfrontWineFestival.net.
Tween Days in the Teen Lounge on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 9:30-11 a.m. –
Kids are invited to rock out in the Teen Space. This is your chance to enjoy gaming:
Xbox360, PlayStation3 and Nintendo Wii. Ages 9 to 12.
LEGO Club on Saturdays, Aug. 17 and 31, at 11 a.m. – Use our LEGOs and
your imagination to create something spectacular. Ages 6 to 12.
Dinosaur Story Time on Saturdays, Aug. 17 and 31 at 2 p.m. – This program
features stories, rhymes, songs, fingerplays and simple crafts. Ages 2 to 6.
Kids Book Club on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 3 p.m. – Combine technology and
reading in a fun book club experience. Enjoy snacks, crafts and good discussion. The
first 10 books are free. Ages 8 to 12.
Fossil Medallions on Sunday, Aug. 18, at 2 p.m. – Learn about how fossils are
made and make your own fossil using a special stamping art process. Ages 8 to adult.
Dino Man Space on Thursday, Aug. 22, at 1 p.m., at All Wars Memorial
Building – Dino Man Space uses giant inflatable dinosaurs, meteors, comets, liquid
air and a goldfish to take children on a fast-paced exploration of the heavens. Ages 5
to 12.
Nature Impression Wall Hangings on Sunday, Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. – Using selfhardening clay and a variety of found objects, such as flowers, twigs and stones,
participants will create their own nature-inspired glazed wall hangings. All materials
supplied. Ages 8 to adult.
Virtua Health:
Virtua’s Ninth Annual Women’s Health Symposium
Live Healthy Ever After
Find out what Goldie Hawn and John
Gray know that you don’t know at Virtua’s
9th Annual Women’s Health Symposium.
This year’s keynote speakers share their
secrets on how to live a joyful life and have
happy, healthy relationships. Recognized by
leading healthcare associations for quality of
care, Virtua’s programs have earned
numerous accreditations, placing Virtua
among an elite class of leading hospitals
across the nation. Virtua has earned special Joint Commission accreditations for
its programs in stroke, spine and total joint replacement.
Virtua is a comprehensive healthcare system headquartered in Marlton, NJ.
Virtua consists of four hospitals:
Virtua Berlin
Virtua Marlton
Virtua Memorial
Virtua Voorhees
Saturday, November 2, 2013
7:30 am to 4 pm
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philadelphia, PA
General admission is $60 and includes
breakfast and lunch. A limited number of VIP tickets ($175) are available and
includes a photo opportunity with Goldie Hawn. For more information, please
call 1-877-VWOMAN-7 (1-877-896-6267) or visit virtuawoman.eventbrite.com
to register.
Borgata:
Launching The Largest Table Game Progressive Jackpot
Market Leading Casino Unveils $1 Million Progressive
Jackpot on Three Card Poker
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa today announced the introduction of a state-ofthe-art table game platform that will launch with an astounding $1 million
progressive jackpot on its Three Card Poker game.
Beginning with 10 tables on its casino floor and evolving to over 25 in the
coming month, Borgata, in partnership with DEQ Systems Corp. (DEQ), will offer
its customers a variety of games including Three Card Poker, Four Card Poker,
Caribbean Stud, Texas Hold’em and Let it Ride; all of which will afford players
the innovative ability to electronically place side bets ranging from $1 to $5 on a
progressive jackpot starting at $1 million. In the case of Borgata’s Three Card
Poker table game, should a player bet the maximum ($5) side-bet and hit a fivecard royal flush of hearts, the grand prize is activated.
“Borgata has and will continue to provide the most inventive and forwardthinking gaming initiatives in the market as we have with our $1 million table
games progressive,” said Borgata Senior Vice President of Operations Joe Lupo.
“As the first to launch the most advanced configuration of the DEQ Progressive
Jackpot product line, we strive to offer our customers an unparalleled gaming
experience and subsequently the opportunity to win a life-changing jackpot.”
“We are very proud and privileged to be partnering with Atlantic City’s
leading casino property, to bring this cutting-edge jackpot solution to market,”
stated Earle G. Hall, President and CEO of DEQ. Borgata’s appetite for groundbreaking, revenue generating solutions has enticed DEQ to deploy our most
advanced version of the G3 and we are proud to be associated with this exciting
project.”
About Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
Located at Renaissance Pointe in Atlantic City, Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
features 2,000 guest rooms and suites; 161,000 square feet of gaming; 182 gaming
tables; 3,475 slot machines; an 85-table poker room; 11 retail boutiques; 6
acclaimed fine dining restaurants by renowned chefs; 6 casual dining options; a
54,000 square foot spa; 70,000 square feet of event space; 4 signature nightlife
experiences; and parking for 7,100 cars. The resort also features Atlantic City’s
first cosmopolitan hotel experience, The Water Club at Borgata, with 800 guest
rooms and suites; a 36,000 square foot spa; 18,000 square feet of meeting space;
6 designer retail boutiques; and 5 heated indoor and outdoor pools.
For more information on Borgata please visit www.theborgata.com or
twitter.com/BorgataAC.
‘Tall Ship’ To Visit AC’s Gardner’s Basin
A seafaring adventure awaits South Jersey residents and visitors alike as the
A.J. Meerwald, New Jersey’s ‘Official Tall Ship,’ arrives at Atlantic City’s Historic
Gardner’s Basin on Thursday, August 1 for a ten day visit.
While stationed at Gardner’s Basin, the Meerwald will offer 2 ½ hour sails
each evening as well as afternoon sails, also lasting 2 ½ hours. On Saturday,
August 3rd, and again on August 10th, a ‘Family Special Sail,’ with discounted
prices, will depart at 10 a.m.
‘Marine Critter Sails,’ in which attendees can see, touch and learn about local
marine life with Atlantic City Aquarium staff conducting the programs, will take
on August 3rd, 6th and 10th, with departures at 1:30 p.m. Special ‘Pirate Sails,’
with pirate re-enactors to share the history and lore of local piracy, with ‘booty’
to share with the children on board take place Sunday, August 4th, and Sunday,
August 11th, both at 1:30 p.m.
On Wednesday, August 7th, the ‘Sailor for a Day Camp, for children ages 1016, will take place. Attendees will be taught maritime skills, maritime science,
navigation and teamwork while having fun aboard a tall ship.
The ship is available for private education sails and charters and there is
nothing like experiencing the influence of the wind as a sailing ship turns off its
engines and lets its sails fill to power the craft. Prices for the varying sailing
options range from $45 to $30 for adults and from $22 to $15 for children to age
12. Seniors are also offered discounts. Reservations are suggested. Telephone 856785-2060 or book online at www.bayshorediscovery.org.
Celebrate 25 Years of Service to the Residents of Whitesboro
Gather your family and friends and join us in celebrating 25 Years of Service to
Whitesboro and Cape May County, NJ during the 25th Annual Whitesboro Reunion
Festival held over the Labor Day Holiday, August 30-September 1, 2013. Countless
hours of preparation by the reunion committee members has taken place to assure
that our annual event is memorable. The event will be held at the Martin Luther King
Center, 207 N Main Street, Whitesboro, NJ 08252.
Schedule of Events
Friday, August 30, 2013
5:00pm: Community Center For The Arts Exhibit – Celebrating Community
Service
RED CARPET Screening “George Henry White – American Phoenix”
(www.georgehenrywhite.com)
Saturday, August 31, 2013
10:00am: Marketplace Opens- Craft & Food Vendors, Junior Games, Full Court
Press, Dunk Tank and Children’s Tent sponsored by McDonalds, Rio Grande Fire
Station
1:00pm: Reunion Program Begins, Celebrity Guest Speakers - TBA, Keynote
Speaker – TBA
3:00pm: Entertainment –Frank Bey & The Swing City Blues Band, Karen
Callaway Williams, Justin, Floss & Love
7:30pm: Flashback To The 70s 25th Anniversary Dance featuring Live
Entertainment by Chelsey Green & The Green Project (www.chelseygreen.com), G
BAND and DJ RobMATT, 70s Best Dressed and 70s Dance Contest.
Tickets are $25 pp In Advance at www.ezevents.com/Flashback and $30 pp At
The Door (Includes Lite Food & Beverage Menu from 7:30pm to 8:30pm)
Sunday, September 1, 2013
10:00am: Marketplace Opens- Craft & Food Vendors, Games and Children’s
Tent
11:00am: Worship Service Begins with Prayer by Bishop Edgar Robinson
11:15am: Guest Speaker – Rev. George Thompson, Pastor, First Baptist Church
of Whitesboro
1:30pm: Gospel Festival – Christ Gospel Church of Whitesboro, Lighthouse
Church of Cape May Count, Mt Olive Church of Cape May CH, including other
churches and gospel groups
See you there!
We invite you, your family and friends to join us in our celebration. We hope
you will consider becoming a vendor or placing an Ad to show your support in our
25th Commemorative Souvenir Book. For more information contact: Ruth Harper
at (609) 231-3782 or [email protected] (Vendors) or Bernie Blanks at (609)
425-1578 or [email protected] (Ads).
Advertise in The AC Times call:
267-244-3860
Bay-Atlantic Symphony:
“Live and Let Die:” A Symphonic Tribute to Paul McCartney
Relive the magic of the immortal songs of Paul McCartney, combined with
the sound of the Bay-Atlantic Symphony in Live and Let Die: A Symphonic
Tribute to the Music of Paul McCartney, the Bay-Atlantic Symphony’s sixth
annual gala concert at the Music Box at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic
City on Sunday, September 22.
The concert begins at 3 p.m. and tickets ($65 and $50) are available for
purchase by calling (866) 900-4849, online at www.theborgata.com, or in-person
by visiting the Borgata Box Office. The ticket price is subsidized by a generous
grant from the PNC Arts Alive grant program.
Live and Let Die features a four-piece band that includes Tony Kishman and
Jim Owen on keyboards, guitar, bass, and vocals, John Merjave on guitar, Chris
Camilleri on drums and vocals, and the Bay-Atlantic Symphony conducted by
Music Director Jed Gaylin. You will hear, complete in every detail, the most
famous songs of the Beatles era and Paul McCartney’s own solo works.
Some of the songs featured in this must-see show include Hey Jude, Penny
Lane, Live and Let Die, Yesterday, My Love, Uncle Albert, Let It Be, Maybe I’m
Amazed, Hello Good-Bye, Long and Winding Road, Get Back, Silly Love Songs,
Jet, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Heart’s Club, and more.
Tony Kishman, who plays McCartney in the show, is a veteran of the
Broadway hit Beatlemania. He has toured worldwide with the productions of
Classical Mystery Tour, Twist and Shout, All You Need Is Love, Legends in
Concert and featured in classic rock band Wishbone Ash. An accomplished
musician and singer, he performs absolutely live without lip-synching or tricks.
This gala concert follows the inauguration of a summer series of five classical
music concerts by the Bay-Atlantic Symphony at the Music Box featuring worldrenowned soloists. The concerts, all on Sundays at 5 p.m., will feature an
Americana concert on July 7, Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony and Tchaikovsky’s
Violin Concerto featuring soloist Jorge Ávila on July 14, an Italian Opera gala
featuring soprano Julia Kierstine and tenor Richard Crawley on July 21, an allMozart concert featuring violinist Kai Gleusteen on August 4, and Beethoven’s
Symphony No. 8 and Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 2 featuring soloist Stefan
Jackiw on August 18. Tickets are available now through the Borgata Box Office.
Now entering its 30th year, the Bay-Atlantic Symphony is the resident
orchestra of the Stockton College Performing Arts Center and the Guaracini Fine
and Performing Arts Center at Cumberland County College, as well as being the
orchestra-in-residence at the Cape May Music Festival since 2003. Avalon is the
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Sir Paul McCartney, OBE
summer home of the Symphony, which is orchestra-in-residence of the resort’s
“Symphony by the Sea” series. The Symphony has received worldwide exposure
through its appearances on National Public Radio’s Weekend Edition, Voice of
America, and WWFM’s Celebrating our Musical Community. Their first
commercial label recording, of She Comes to Shore—concerto for improvised
piano and orchestra by the contemporary Hong Kong-born, Canadian-based
composer and pianist Lee Pui Ming, was recorded August 2010 and is available
on the Innova label, distributed by Naxos.
Jed Gaylin, now entering his 17th season as Music Director of the BayAtlantic Symphony, is Artist in Residence at The Richard Stockton College of
New Jersey—the latter position being part of an innovative model in which the
Bay-Atlantic Symphony is integrated into the college’s musical curriculum. He
is also the Principal Conductor of the Cape May Music Festival, Music Director
of the Johns Hopkins Symphony Orchestra in Baltimore, and Music Director of
the Two Rivers Chamber Orchestra in Shepherdstown, WV.
For more information on the Bay-Atlantic Symphony’s concerts and
programs, please call the Symphony at (856) 451-1169, visit their website at
www.bayatlanticsymphony.org, or visit them on Facebook.
PECO Multicultural Series of Events
Southeast Asian Dragon Boat Festival Saturday and Sunday, August 10 –
August 11, 2 – 8 PM
The Southeast Dragon Boat Festival features an understanding and appreciation
of the rich cultural heritage of the people of Southeast Asia. The tradition of Dragon
Boat Racing celebrates both the Water Festival holiday and commemorates the use
of these boats for maritime and naval activities. During the festival, the River Stage
comes alive with Southeast Asian-inspired traditional entertainment, as well as
contemporary and non-traditional performances.
Festival of India Saturday, August 17, 1 – 7 PM
The Council of Indian Organizations (CIO) of Greater Philadelphia presents
a Festival of India each year in August at Penn’s Landing. This popular annual
event is held to celebrate India’s Independence Day and has been very successful
in portraying the vibrant Indian American community in the Greater
Philadelphia area. Now in its 20th year, the Festival of India reflects many facets
of the local Indian-American diaspora and provides a colorful panorama of art,
music, dance, and cuisine.
Caribbean Festival Sunday, August 18, 12 – 8 PM
Come celebrate culture, music, and food from 14 Caribbean islands with
wholesome family fun. In its 27th year, this festival continues to celebrate
Caribbean culture, and raise scholarship funds for college students of Caribbean
descent. This year’s festival will feature a Caribbean workshop, a children’s
corner, a marketplace, and music by the Philly Pan Stars Steel Band.
Organizer: Caribbean Festival and Cultural Organization of Pennsylvania
Mexican Independence Day Festival Sunday, September 15, 1 – 7 PM
Celebrate Mexican Independence with music, food, dancing, and more.
There will be a little something for everyone: arts and crafts, Mexican rock
bands, face painting, and giveaways.
PECO Multicultural Series sponsored by PECO, KYW Newsradio, CBS 3
and The CW Philly and the Metro.
Summer Programming also sponsored by Verizon, Pennsylvania Lottery,
Coca Cola Refreshments-Philadelphia, Adventure Aquarium, Ride the Ducks,
and Live Nation.
For more information, the public can contact the Delaware River Waterfront
Corporation through the new website, www.delawareriverwaterfront.com, or
reach out on Twitter @delriverwfront, on Facebook at Delaware River
Waterfront, or by phone at (215) 922-2FUN

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