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YOU’RE invited Meadowlands Racetrack 2013 Special Events Menu WELCOME! Here at the Meadowlands Racetrack we combine tradition with contemporary taste to offer an exciting atmosphere backed by over 30 years of tradition. If you’re tired of going to the same old restaurant or crowded bar for your birthdays and other events, you’ve come to the right place! We are 100% committed to making sure your experience is unique and packed with action. You name an event - and we do it! Whether it’s a small birthday party to a massive catered reunion, we cover it with ease. Not only do we have a large selection of rooms and venues for you to find your perfect fit, our menu is completely customizeable so you have complete control of just how great your event can be. And we can’t forget about the thrill of live racing action! Our array of unique services will make sure your experience is fun and personalized: present a trophy in the winner’s circle, watch as a personal welcome lights up the finish line jumbotron, learn from the best in a private handicapping session, and much more! We pride ourselves in providing many options so your event is exactly how you want it, but if there’s something that you were hoping for that you don’t see offered, we’ll do our best to accomodate. We genuinely care about our relationship with you and even more so that you get the best out of your amazing experience at the Meadowlands Racetrack! EXPERIENCE THE action & excitement INDEX CONTACT PLANNING YOUR EVENT....................................... 4 Meadowlands Racetrack 50 State Route 120 East Rutherford, NJ 07073 201-460-4043 [email protected] VENUES Pegasus ...................................................... 8 Hambletonian Room ................................... 8 Terraces at Trackside ................................... 9 Terrace Suites ............................................. 9 Paddock Park .............................................. 10 President’s Room ........................................ 10 Kristianne Donadio Group Sales Coordinator 201-842-5013 [email protected] BREAKFAST Packages and Stations ................................. 12 Andrew Camuso Sodexo at the Meadowlands Racetrack w. 201-842-5197 c. 201-417-9143 [email protected] LUNCH Buffet ......................................................... 16 Plated Service ............................................. 18 BRUNCH Buffet ......................................................... 13 HORS D’OUEVRES & ANYWHERE ADD-ONS Butler Passed & Stationed ............................ 21 Anywhere Anytime Enhancements ................ 22 Chef-Manned Stations ................................ 23 Breakout Celebrations ................................. 24 DINNER Themed Buffets ........................................... 27 Custom Buffet Package ............................... 29 Plated Service ............................................. 30 Terraces Restaurant Buffets .......................... 32 Paddock Park Barbeque .............................. 34 Embellishments ........................................... 34 BEVERAGES Specialty Packages ...................................... 36 Consumption and Cash Bar Pricing ............. 37 After-Dinner ............................................... 37 Stations ...................................................... 38 EVENT GUIDELINES ............................................. 39 DIRECTIONS & INFO ............................................ 43 PLANNING your event BOOKING YOUR EVENT As the exclusive caterer for the Meadowlands Racetrack, Sodexo looks forward to making your event memorable. A sales manager will tentatively hold a function date up to 14 days without a deposit or contract. To confirm an event as definite, a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the estimated revenue or the food and beverage minimum for the space reserved, whichever is greater, and a signed contract is required 10 business days after booking. All food and beverage is subject to a 22% gratuity or service charge and 7% sales tax, admission, and program unless otherwise specified in a packaged menu. Additional line item labor charges may still apply. Check with your sales manager for further clarification. FACILITY There are no facility rental fees, if you meet a minimum purchase of food and beverage for each specified room. Please note the food and beverage minimums must be met before tax, gratuity and admissions is added. If you do not meet the minimum, the difference will be charged as a room rental fee. GUARANTEES A final attendance guarantee must be specified by 12 Noon, ten business days prior to the event. This guarantee is not subject to reduction. If a guarantee is not received ten business days prior to the event, the estimated count will be used as the final guarantee. Attendance increases after the final guarantee is due no later than four business days prior to the event and is subject to the Chef’s approval, who reserves the right to substitute menu items. We will prepare for 10% above the guarantee, and you will be charged whichever is greater, the guarantee or number of guests served. EVENT DETAILS All arrangements should be finalized at least four weeks in advance of your function. A Banquet Event Order and, if applicable, floor plan of your event will be submitted to you for approval. It is the client’s responsibility to review all arrangements, notify your event coordinator of any changes, and return the agreement signed at least three weeks prior to the date of the function. 4 ADMISSION AND PROGRAMS ON SATURDAY NIGHTS Please note that groups in Terrace Suites, Terrace Restaurant and Paddock Park will incur a $2 admission and $2 program free. Pegasus and Presidents room will incur a $3 admission fee and $2 program fee. PAYMENT Sodexo accepts payments by money order, credit card, personal and/or corporate check. Checks should be made payable to Sodexo Inc. A signed copy of the contract and deposit of 50% of the estimated food, beverage and rental fee(s) is due within ten business days of booking. The final balance must be paid in full by 12 noon, ten days prior to the event based on the final guaranteed number of guests. Should proper payment not be received within the designated time, Sodexo reserves the right to cance the event. Any additional charges during the event will be due within 5 business days following the completion of the event. Payments can be made to the following: Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sales Attention: (Sales Representative Name) 50 State Route 120 East Rutherford NJ 07073 TICKETS Special tickets will be provided to expedite your group’s entry to the Meadowlands. Upon receipt of the final payment, admission tickets will be sent to the group representative for advance distribution. The group representative will be responsible for distributing tickets to each individual guest. STAFFING CHARGE Additional staffing charges may apply for set up and staffing extended service events. Check with your sales managers for further clarification. UNIQUE SERVICES Put yourself in the Winnerss Circle Without the expense of owning a racehorse, you can reach the Winners’ Circle and pose witht he winning driver, owner and trainer. As a race sponsor, your company or group name will be featured in our program and on the infield message board. Also, any three members you designate will be invited into the Winners’ Circle to present the trophy and you will be sent a photo to proudly display. The cost is $150. Betting Vouchers Prepaid betting vouchers may be arranged in advance. Please speak with your group sales representative for further information regarding betting vouchers. 5 Handicapper Session New to the track? Add a personal session with one of our track Handicappers. They will help you navigate reading the program, placing a bet, and may have a tip or two to share. By the end of the night, everyone in your party will be handicapping like a pro. The cost is $150. Paddock Tour Allow one of our staff members to give you a unique behind the scens tour of the back paddock. You will watch the horses, drivers, and trainers prepare for the big race. The cost is $150. Valet Prepaid valet parking tickets are available upon request for an additional cost of $5 per vehicle. EVENT GUIDELINES Please see our facility event guidelines for all additional information for hosting an event at the Meadowlands Racetrack LIVE RACING DATES JANUARY Thursday - Saturday (Post Time 7:15pm) FEBRUARY Thursday - Saturday (Post Time 7:15pm) MARCH Thursday - Saturday until March 16th; Friday & Saturday until end of March (Post Time 7:15pm) APRIL Friday & Saturday (Post Time 7:15pm) MAY Friday & Saturday (Post Time 7:15pm) JUNE Friday & Saturday (Post Time 7:15pm) JULY Friday & Saturday (Post Time 7:15pm) AUGUST August 2nd and August 3rd (Hambletonian Day - Special Post Time: 12 Noon) SEPTEMBER No Live Racing OCTOBER No Live Racing NOVEMBER Friday & Saturday starting November 23rd (in new building, Post Time: TBD) DECEMBER Friday & Saturday (Post Time TBD) *Please note that pricing is not yet available for new building 6 venues & rooms PEGASUS Pegasus provides stunning interior, elegant bars, flat screen monitors viewable from every seat, all with a view of the New York City skyline. Dining for large groups on every live racing night or any other occasion. Event minimum $2700 HAMBLETONIAN ROOM The Hambletonian Room is ideal for larger groups of 75 to 180. Located in the center of Pegasus, it provides a private, quiet, and sophisticated setting for parties or business meetings, followed by a dazzling array of culinary delights. Event minimum $2700 8 TERRACES TRACKSIDE Terraces at Trackside provides a casual setting in our tiered dining room. Each table offers a perfect view of the track as well as a personal TV monitor to ensure you don’t miss a single moment of the action. Buffet dining available Friday and Saturday live racing days. Group reservations of 20 or more are available for the Terrace buffet. TERRACE SUITES The Terrace Suites offer the same splendid view of the track as Trackside, but with the added feature of being in your own private room. Each suite offers a terrific food, in-suite bar, personal teller, and private restroom. The Terrace Suites are an intimate and cozy setting for groups of 25 to 60. Event minimum $2000 9 PADDOCK PARK Paddock Park, located at the top of the homestretch, is the perfect venue for family outings or company picnics under a private party tent. Each of our three tents hold about 50 to 70 guests. Come out and enjoy a picnic under the stars on a beautiful summer night and cheer your favorite horses on to victory. Event minimum $1850 PRESIDENT’S ROOM The President’s Room is an excellent choice for an upscale and sophisticated party, for groups of 25 to 50. Directly overlooking the finish line, this private VIP room provides an unsurpassed view of the action. The President’s Room offers a first class meal of your choice, in-room bar, personal teller, and private restroom. Event minimum $2500 10 breakfast & brunch HOME-MADE mornings Start your day on right track with our fresh and delicious breakfast options! BREAKFAST BUFFET PACKAGES FAST TRACK CONTINENTAL Served 6:00am to 10:00am Sliced Seasonal Fruit Platters Assorted Bakery Selections Butter, Jams, Scallion Cream Cheese Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Cranberry and Tomato Juices Coffee and Tea Service $15/person Pricing based per Person with Minimum of 25 guests. FRONTRUNNER BUFFET Sliced Seasonal Fruit Platters Assorted Bakery Selections Butter, Jams, Scallion Cream Cheese Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Cranberry and Tomato Juices Farm Fresh Scrambled Eggs with Vermont Cheddar Crisp Hickory Smoked Bacon Pork Sausage Yukon Gold Home Fried Potatoes Brioche French Toast with Maple Syrup $25/person Pricing based per Person with Minimum of 25 guests. BREAKFAST STATIONS MADE-TO-ORDER OMELETTES Pricing based on minimum of 50 guests. Under 50 guests incurs $150 chef fee. Farm Fresh Grade A Eggs, Diced Virginia Ham, Bacon, Wild Mush rooms, Bell Peppers, Chopped Plum Tomatoes, Bermuda Onions, Cheddar, Swiss and Monterey Jack Cheeses and Egg Whites $10/person BREAKFAST TRIFECTA Choose 3 Perfect for adding on to any package or station for a completely customizeable breakfast! Yogurt Station Plain and Flavored Yogurt with House made Granola, Fresh Berries and Dried Fruits $7/person 12 New York Smoked Salmon Station Sliced Smoked Salmon, Mini Bagels, Scallion Cream Cheese and Assorted Garnishes $10/person Whole Grain Station Hot Oatmeal, Hot Farro Cereal, Brown Sugar, Raisins, Walnuts, Bananas and Honey $5/person Eggs Benedict Station Classic Eggs Benedict, Maryland Crabcake Benedict and Florentine Style Bendict all topped with Hollandaise Sauce $8/person BOUNTIFUL BRUNCH BUFFET Get the best of both meals with our large selection of brunch choices! COLD SELECTIONS Fresh Mozzarella with Sun-dried and Vine Ripened Tomatoes marinated in Fresh Basil, Garlic and Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Caesar Salad Bananas Marco Polo Pasta Salad Green Bean and Hazelnut Salad Sliced Seasonal Fruit Platters Assorted Bakery Selections Butter, Jams, Scallion Cream Cheese Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Cranberry and Tomato Juices HOT SELECTIONS Farm Fresh Scrambled Eggs with Vermont Cheddar Crisp Hickory Smoked Bacon Pork Sausage Yukon Gold Home Fried Potatoes Brioche French Toast with Maple Syrup Cheese and Blueberry Blintzes Penne Vodka Chicken Francaise Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes Vegetable Medley 13 CARVING STATION Choose 1 Pancetta Bacon Stuffed Roast Pork Loin with Rosemary Pan Gravy and Warm Apple Compote ($3 Supplemental) Baked Virginia Ham with Pineapple Peach Relish and Whole Grain Mustard Fresh Roast Breast of Turkey with Gravy and Cranberry Sauce Roast Sirloin of Beef with Horseradish Cream, Crispy Onion Frittes and Roasted Garlic Demi-Glace ($3 Supplemental) $29.95/person All Served with Bakery Fresh Breads and Rolls Pricing based per Person with Minimum of 50 guests. $150.00 Carving Fee for parties under 50. 14 lunch LUNCHING & munching LUNCH BUFFET SERVICE Take a bite out of our extensive sandwich list and create an afternoon all your own! Available between 11:00am - 3:00pm MEADOWLANDS Choice of Three Sandwiches and Three Accompaniments $16/person MEADOWLANDS DELUXE Choice of Four Sandwiches and Three Accompaniments $19.50/person All Packages Include: Fresh Baked Cookie Platter Fresh Bakers’ Potato Chips Carrots, Celery Sticks and Pickles Assorted Soda and Bottled Water ACCOMPANIMENTS Farfalle Pasta, Broccoli, Toasted Garlic and Roasted Red Pepper Olive Oil Vinaigrette Green Bean, Red Onion and Raspberry Vinaigrette with Hazelnuts Greek Style Shepherd’s Salad Cobb Salad, Baby field greens, Bacon, Egg, Olives, Tomato and Avocado served with Blue Cheese Dressing Spinach Salad with Red Onions, Bacon , Oranges tossed with a Citrus Vinaigrette and Garnished with Goat Cheese Crumbles SANDWICHES Buffalo Style Shrimp Salad with Celery and Carrots on Ciabatta Roll Blackened Cajun Chicken Wrap Smoked Ham, Grilled Asparagus and Alpine Swiss Cheese with Dijon-Mustard on a Ciabatta Roll Smoked Turkey Breast, Cheddar Cheese, Arugula and Herb Marinated Tomatoes on a Multi Grain Bread Roast Beef, Baby greens, Grilled Eggplant, Provolone Cheese and New Orleans Giardiniera on Ciabatta Roll Tuna Salad Wrap with Dill and Tomatoes Egg Salad, Crisp Bacon, Romaine Lettuce and Tomatoes on an Onion Pocket (continued on next page) 16 Roast Beef, Swiss and Caramelized Onions with a Herbed Mayo on a Multi Grain Hero Dilled Salmon Salad with Yellow Tomatoes on a Tuscan Roll Tandoori Chicken Breast Wrap with Shredded Cabbage Salad Grilled Vegetables with Hummus And Radicchio on Focaccia Bread Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Boursin Cheese and Baby Greens in a Spinach Wrap LOW-CARB AMERICAN LUNCH Barbeque Roast Loin of Pork, Grilled Chicken Breast and Grilled Salmon Filet Caesar Salad Spinach, Feta Cheese, Olive and Cucumber Salad with Olive Oil Vinaigrette Low-Carb ‘Potato’ Salad (Made with Cauliflower) Roasted Spicy Mixed Nuts Sugar Free Cheesecakes and Fruit Assorted Diet Sodas and Bottled water $26.95/person NEW YORK DELI TROLLEY Sliced Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef, Corned beef, Salami and Cheeses Platter of Tuna Salad with Greens Yukon Gold Potato Salad with Egg Cole Slaw Platter of Sliced Tomatoes, Lettuce and Pickles Assorted Rolls and Bread Basket of Fresh Potato Chips Sliced Fruit and Cookies Assorted Sodas and Bottled Water $24.95/person 17 PLATED LUNCH SERVICE Minimum of 50 people APPETIZERS Choose 3 Steakhouse Napoleon Sliced Tomato, Bermuda Onion and Crumbled Bleu Cheese with Virgin Olive Oil and Balsamic Reduction Maine Lobster Bisque Fresh Maine Lobster Bathed in Creamy Lobster Soup with Chive Oil ($2.00 Supplemental Charge) Carolina Shrimp and Grits Shrimp Sautéed with Onions, Peppers, Smoked Ham and Shrimp Stock over Anson Mills Cheddar Cheese Grits ($2.00 Supplemental Charge) Grilled Vegetables Assorted Grilled Vegetables with Warm Goat Cheese Crostini and Fig Balsamic Vinaigrette Caesar Salad Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Focaccia Crisps and Eggless Caesar Dressing Meadowland’s Salad Mixed Garden Greens, Asiago Cheese, Croutons, Grape Tomatoes, Olives, Cucumbers and Red Wine Vinaigrette Pegasus Penne Pasta Tossed with Pink Blush Sauce, Green Peas, Prosciutto and Asiago Cheese 18 ENTREES Choose 3 All Entrees come with Seasonal Vegetable Medley and Whipped Potatoes. Chicken Forrestiere Pan Seared Chicken Breast topped with Boursin Cheese and served over Wild Mushrooms and Herbs with Sherry Demi-Glace Chicken Milanese Breaded Chicken Breast topped with Arugula, Red Onion, Tomato and Olive Salad and Fresh Mozzarella Chicken Supreme Sautéed Chicken Breast Topped with Champagne Wild Mushroom Sauce Grilled Salmon Fillet of Salmon Grilled and Served with Tri Colored Roasted Pepper Salad Salmon Princess Sautéed Fillet of Salmon with Asparagus, Bay Scallops and Cherry Tomatoes in Lemon Vermouth Butter Sauce ($3.00 Supplemental) Horseradish Crusted Tilapia Baked Golden Brown and Served with Chive Beurre Blanc Pistachio Crusted Roast Pork Tenderloin Finished with Dried Sour Cherry Demi-Glace Burgundy Braised Short Ribs of Beef With a Horseradish Sauce and Garden Vegetable Batons ($4.00 Supplemental) Filet Mignon Sautéed with a Peppercorn Demi Glaze and Crispy Onion Frittes ($6.00 Supplemental Charge) THE HOME STRETCH Select 2 Desserts Individual Raspberry-Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Mousseline Individual Tirami Su with Mocha Sauce Individual Amaretto Cheesecake with Fresh Berries Chocolate Molten Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream Mini Pecan Tartlet with Chocolate Sauce and Whipped Cream Keylime Tart with Macadamia Nut Brittle and Whipped Cream Freshly Ground and Brewed Coffee, Hot Herbal Teas $29.95/person 19 hors d’ouevres & enhancements UNIQUE & bite-sized Build a perfect reception, enhance any package, or combine a few for a unique meal that has ultimate customization! BUTLER PASSED & STATIONED HORS D’OEUVRES HOT Choose 3 Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Chive Crème Friache Crispy Shrimp and Grilled Corn Salsa Martinis Bleu Cheese Arancini with Spicy Tomato Sauce Chicken Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce Mini Angus Sliders with House Burger Sauce Barbeque Pork Sliders with Cheddar Cheese Crispy Shrimp Over Angry Edamame Jerk Chicken with Mango Sweet Thai Chili Sauce Mini Grilled Brie Cheese Sandwiches with Tomato Bisque Parmesan Truffle French Fries with Roasted Garlic Aioli served with Mini Chocolate Shakes Mini Maryland Crab with Dijon Mustard Sauce Beef Tenderloin and Mushroom Crostini’s ($4.00 Supplemental Charge) Grilled Baby Lamb Chops with Roasted Garlic marinade, Spicy Cilantro Chutney ($5.00 Supplemental Charge) Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Sweet Tamarind Sauce ($3.00 Supplemental Charge) COLD Choose 3 Tomato-Basil Bruschetta Crostini’s Vietnamese Vegetable Summer Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce Roquefort Bleu Cheese and Pickled Beets in an Endive Leave Poached Shrimp with Corn and Black Bean Salsa Martini Curried Chicken in Phyllo Cups with Pear Chutney Prosciutto Ham and Grilled Asparagus Rolls Fresh Mozzarella over Panzanella Salad Martinis Spicy Thai Chicken Lollipops with Peanuts and Plum Sauce on a bed of Chopped Peanuts and Cilantro Chilled Tuna Tartar on Wonton Crisps with Spicy Mayo ($3.00 Supplemental Charge) Mini Peruvian Lobster Martinis with Plantain Chips ($5.00 Supplemental Charge) Smoked Salmon on Raisin Walnut Crisps with Crème Fraiche Kumato Tomato Gazpacho Shooter with Grilled Shrimp First Hour Second Hour Each Additional hour $19/person $9 /person $7 /person Ask your sales representative for station Hors D’Oeuvres pricing. 21 BUFFET & COCKTAIL HOUR ENHANCEMENTS BRUSCHETTA STATION Tomato-Caper with Basil, White Bean and Rosemary Spread, Crab and Artichoke Dip and Black Olive Tapenadeserved with Flatbreads, House Made Pita Chips, Foccaccia Bread and Garlic Crostinis $7/person INTERNATIONAL CHEESE BOARD A Selection of Local and Artisinal Cheese from Around the World with Bagel Chips, Garlic Crostini, Flatbreads, Fig Jam and Seasonal Fruit $9/person ANTIPASTO STATION Prosciutto Di Parma Ham, Genoa Salami, Soppresatta, Pepperoni, Cappicola, Imported Ham, Fresh Mozzarella, Imported Provolone and Other Cheeses, Artichokes, Roasted Marinated Vegetables, Roasted Peppers, Focaccia Crisps, Breadsticks, and Assorted Flat Breads $13 /person UNLIMITED RAW BAR Chilled Shrimp, Clams on the ½ Shell, Oysters on the ½ Shell, Snow Crab Claws served with Cocktail Sauce, Continental Sauce, Horseradish and Fresh Lemon $22 /person THE TOKYO CITY CUP Assorted Sushi and Rolls with Pickled Ginger, Wasabi and Wakame Salad, Assorted Gyoza with Sauces, Steamed Edamame with Sea Salt and Japanese Style Fried Rice $15 /person 22 DIM SUM STATION Assorted Chinese and Japanese Style Dim Sum with Sweet Thai Chile Sauce and Ponzu Dipping Sauce, Steamed Edamame and LoMein Noodle Salad with Peanut Sauce $11 /person MASHED POTATO MARTINI BAR Yukon Gold Smashed Potatoes, Mashed Sweet Potatoes & Mashed Potatoes Served in Martini Glasses with Assorted Toppings to include: Barbequed Pulled Pork, Garlic Shrimp, Sautéed Spinach, Creamed Wild Mushrooms, Cheddar Cheese, Crumbled Bacon and Sour Cream with Chives $9 /person CHEF-MANNED STATIONS Let one of our expert chef’s do the work for you as they created fresh dishes to your taste! Minimum of 50 people - $150.00 labor fee for parties under 50. PASTA STATION Create Your Own Cooked to Order Pasta Dish! Pasta Rigatoni, Penne, Tortellini and Linguini Sauce Vodka, Filetto di Pomodoro, White Clam, Bolognese and Alfredo Accompaniments (including but not limited to) Sun-dried Tomatoes, Julienne Vegetables, Meatballs, Sausage, Broccoli Rabe, Shrimp, Prosciutto, Chicken $9/person BUILD YOUR OWN GARDEN STATE SALAD BAR Assorted Greens and Toppings along with Grilled Chicken, Shrimp and Tofu Tossed by our chef with your choice of dressings and Chopped and Served in Tortilla Bowls $9/person 23 CARVING STATION Choose 1 Pancetta Bacon Stuffed Roast Pork Loin with Rosemary Pan Gravy and Warm Apple Compote ($3.00 Supplemental Charge) Baked Virginia Ham with Pineapple/Peach Relish and Whole Grain Mustard Fresh Roast Breast of Turkey with Gravy and Cranberry Sauce Roast Sirloin of Beef with Horseradish Cream, Crispy Onion Frittes and Roasted Garlic Demi-Glace ($3.00 Supplemental Charge) All Served with Bakery Fresh Breads and Rolls $9.95 /person SWEET MINI-TREATS VIENNESE TABLE An assortment of Tarts, Tortes, Cakes, Pastries, Build Your Own Ice Cream Bar, Chocolate Fountain with assorted dippers, Cookies and Macaroons $9/person BREAKOUT CELEBRATIONS STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, Fresh Strawberries and Whipped Cream, Strawberry Smoothies, Strawberry Licorice and Mini Strawberry Shortcakes $10 /person BAVARIAN BEER & PRETZEL Warm Soft Pretzels and Stuffed Pretzels with Deli Mustard and Honey Mustard along with a selection of German and Micro Beers $10 /person SANTA ANITA Housemade Granola, Fresh Fruit Platters, Assorted Smoothies, Assorted Bars and Yogurt Parfaits $7/person 24 CANDY LAND Housemade White and Dark Chocolate Bark, Assorted Mini Chocolate Bars, Cotton Candy, Candy Apples, Skittles, Licorice Sticks, Malted Milk Balls $7/person ICE CREAM SOCIAL Warm Belgian Waffles, Self-Serve Ice Creams, Chocolate Sauce, Whipped Cream, Wet Walnuts, Rainbow Sprinkles, M&M Candies, Oreo Cookie Crumbs, Bananas, Cherries and Housemade Granola $7/person WILLY WONKA An interactive chocolate centerpiece Tiered fountain cascading with warm melted chocolate surrounded by an array of treats for dipping Skewered Fruit Strawberries, Pineapple, Bananas & Globe Grapes Cake Brownie Bites, Banana Cake & Butter Poundcake Unique Treats Pretzel Rods, Marshmallows & Graham Crackers $9/person CAKES Size 7” Round 10” Round 12” Round 1/4 Sheet 1/2 Sheet Full Sheet Buttercream & Pudding Filling $28 $42.50 $43.50 $35.75 $71 $140 Whipped Cream & Pudding Filling $30 $45 $47.50 $45 $75 $150 Please note for fresh fruit or cannoli filling, it is $10 extra ($15 extra for 1/2 or full sheet). 25 dinner CRAFTED & craveable THEMED BUFFETS BARBEQUE BBQ Roasted Chicken or Boneless Buttermilk Fried Chicken Memphis Style Pulled Pork Baked Macaroni and Vermont Cheddar Cheese Braised Collard Greens with Ham Apple and Raisin Cole Slaw Dilled Yukon Gold Potato Salad Cornbread, Rolls and Butter Cookies and Brownies Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream $42/person SLIDERS Hamburger and Cheeseburger Sliders with Pretzel Rolls Mini Hot Dog Sliders Braised In Beer Pulled Pork Sliders Variety of toppings to include: Crispy Onions, Sliced Pickles, Raw Onions, Tomato, Lettuce, Ketchup, Mustard and Relish Steakhouse Cut French Fries with Parmesan and Sea Salt Dilled Yukon Gold Potato Salad Garden Salad with Two Dressings Cookies and Brownies Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream $39/person EATLY Chicken Breast Scarpiello Pork Cutlet Milanese Style with Arugula Salad Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce and Asparagus Tomato, Mozzarella and Roasted Pepper Platters Caesar Salad Roasted Rosemary and Garlic Yukon Gold Potatoes Tirami Su’ Mini Cannollis $45/person 27 SOUTH OF THE BORDER Grilled Skirt Steak and Chicken with Peppers and Onions Adobo Style Black Beans and Yellow Rice Warm Flour Tortillas and Tortilla Chips Housemade Guacamole, Cheddar Cheese, Fire Roasted Salsa, Sliced Jalapenos and Sour Cream Garden Salad with Crumbled Cotija Cheese,Tomatoes, Corn, Cheddar Cheese and Southwestern Vinaigrette Dulce De Leche Cake Crispy Bananas with Chocolate Sauce $41/person NEW YORK STEAKHOUSE Grilled Petite Sirloin and Tenderloin Steaks with Housemade Steak Sauce Grilled Herbed Griggstown Chicken Sauteed Spinach in Garlic Oil Home Fried Potatoes Broccoli with Parmesan Cheese Steak House Iceberg Wedge Salad with Bleu Cheese, Crumbled Bacon and Bleu Cheese Dressing Caesar Salad Rolls, Garlic Bread and Butter New York Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce Chocolate Mousse Cake $56/person 28 CUSTOM BUFFET PACKAGE Flatter your taste buds with favorites you can pick and choose! SALADS Choose 2 Garden Salad with Two Dressings Caesar Salad Penne Pasta Salad with Olives, Roasted Red Peppers and Italian Vinaigrette Greek Salad-Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion, Olive and Feta Cheese in Red Wine Vinaigrette Dilled Yukon Gold Potato Salad Vine Ripe Tomato and Red Onion Salad with Crumbled Bleu Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette ENTREES Choose 3 Served with rolls and butter, seasonal vegetable, and chef’s selection of starch. Chicken Sorrentino: Boneless Chicken Breast topped with Eggplant, Roasted Peppers and Mozzarella Cheese in MarsalaDemi-Glace Breaded Chicken Breast Topped with Fresh Mozzarella and Served with Tomato Basil Salad Tilapia Francaise: Egg Coated Tilapia Filet with White Wine Lemon Sauce Herb Crusted Salmon Filet with Lobster Butter Roast Sirloin Of Beef with Mushroom Tarragon Demi-Glace Roast Turkey Breast with Sausage Dressing, Gravy and Cranberry Sauce Roast Loin of Pork with Gravy and Apple Raisin Compote Penne Vodka with Chicken Cavatalli with Italian Sausage, Broccoli, Roasted Peppers in Garlic Olive Oil All packages come with an assortment of Chef’s selected desserts, fresh fruit platters, Coffee and Tea Service $45/person 29 PLATED DINNER SERVICE Minimum of 50 people APPETIZERS Choose 3 Steakhouse Napoleon Sliced Tomato, Bermuda Onion and Crumbled Bleu Cheese with Virgin Olive Oil and Balsamic Reduction Maine Lobster Bisque Fresh Maine Lobster Bathed in Creamy Lobster Soup with Chive Oil ($2.00 Supplemental Charge) Carolina Shrimp and Grits Shrimp Sautéed with Onions, Peppers, Smoked Ham and Shrimp Stock over Anson Mills Cheddar Cheese Grits ($2.00 Supplemental Charge) Grilled Vegetables Assorted Grilled Vegetables with Warm Goat Cheese Crostini and Fig Balsamic Vinaigrette Caesar Salad Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Focaccia Crisps and Eggless Caesar Dressing Meadowland’s Salad Mixed Garden Greens, Asiago Cheese, Croutons, Grape Tomatoes, Olives, Cucumbers and Red Wine Vinaigrette Pegasus Penne Pasta Tossed with Pink Blush Sauce, Green Peas, Prosciutto and Asiago Cheese 30 ENTREES Choose 3 All Entrees come with Seasonal Vegetable Medley and Whipped Potatoes. Chicken Forrestiere Pan Seared Chicken Breast topped with Boursin Cheese and Served over Wild Mushrooms and Herbs with Sherry Demi-Glace Chicken Milanese Breaded Chicken Breast topped with Arugula, Red Onion, Tomato and Olive Salad and Fresh Mozzarella Chicken Supreme Sautéed Chicken Breast Topped with Champagne Wild Mushroom Sauce Grilled Salmon Fillet of Salmon Grilled and Served with Tri-Colored Roasted Pepper Salad Salmon Princess Sautéed Fillet of Salmon with Asparagus, Bay Scallops and Cherry Tomatoes in Lemon Vermouth Butter Sauce ($3.00 Supplemental) Horseradish Crusted Tilapia Baked Golden Brown and Served with Chive Beurre Blanc Pistachio Crusted Roast Pork Tenderloin Finished with Dried Sour Cherry Demi-Glace Burgundy Braised Short Ribs of Beef With a Horseradish Sauce and Garden Vegetable Batons ($4.00 Supplemental) Filet Mignon Sautéed with a Peppercorn Demi Glaze and Crispy Onion Frittes ($6.00 Supplemental Charge) THE HOME STRETCH Select 2 Desserts Individual Raspberry-Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Mousseline Individual Tirami Su with Mocha Sauce Individual Amaretto Cheesecake with Fresh Berries Chocolate Molten Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream Mini Pecan Tartlet with Chocolate Sauce and Whipped Cream Keylime Tart with Macadamia Nut Brittle and Whipped Cream Freshly Ground and Brewed Coffee, Hot Herbal Teas $44.95/person 31 TERRACE RESTAURANT FRIDAY NIGHT WINE & FOOD PAIRING BUFFET Nightly Friday buffet to include Wine tasting featuring Wines of a Different Region each week 6 Buffet Stations to Include: Chef’s Soup Kettle and Cold Selections Variety of Toppings to Embellish your Soup Salads and Gourmet International Cheese Display Wine Food Pairing Each week food Selections from the Region to be Paired with 4 Different Appetizers and Two Entrees Carving Station Chef’s selection of 2 Carved Items Pub Station Build your Own Certified Angus Burgers with a variety of Hot and Cold Toppings along with Different Style Buffalo Wings and French Fries Hot Entrée Station To include Two Entrees, a Pasta Dish & Seasonal Side Dishes Dessert Station Assorted Pastries Seasonal Fruit Platters Build Your Own Ice Cream Sundae Bar: Assorted Ice Creams and Sherbet with Wet Walnuts, Sprinkles, Oreo Cookie Crumbs, Cherries and Whipped Cream $25.95/person SATURDAY NIGHT SURF & TURF BUFFET Nightly Saturday Buffet 7 Buffet Stations to Include: Chef’s Soup Kettle Variety of Toppings to Embellish your Soup 32 Cold Surf A variety of Chilled Seafood Vegetable Salads, Gourmet Cheese and Seasonal Display Carved Turf Chef’s selection of 2 Carved Items Dim Sum Assorted Chinese Style Dim Sum with Sweet Thai Chile Sauce, Ponzu Dipping Sauce and Chilled Sesame Noodles Pub Build your Own Certified Angus Burgers with a variety of Hot and Cold Toppings along with Different Style Buffalo Wings and French Fries Hot Entrées Snow Crab Legs with Drawn Butter Plus Two Entrees, a Pasta Dish & Seasonal Side Dishes Dessert Station Assorted Pastries Seasonal Fruit Platters Build Your Own Ice Cream Sundae Bar: Assorted Ice Creams and Sherbet with Wet Walnuts, Sprinkles, Oreo Cookie Crumbs, Cherries and Whipped Cream $29.95/person 33 PADDOCK PARK BARBEQUES THE TRACKSIDE Hamburgers, Hebrew National Hot Dogs, Italian Sausage with Peppers and Onions and Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast Cole Slaw and Dilled Yukon Gold Potato Salad Boston Style Baked Beans Corn On the Cob Housemade Potato Chips Relish Trays of Hot Cherry Peppers, Half Sour Pickles, Kosher Style Pickles and Sweet Gherkins Assorted House Baked Cookies $35/person $40 /person with Draft Beer Service EMBELLISHMENTS All embellishments are a supplemental charge. Steamed Littleneck Clams with Drawn Butter and Lemons $9 /person Memphis Style Barbeque Pork Spare Ribs $5 /person Maryland Blue Crab Boil with Butter, Lemons and Hammers $12 /person Macaroni and Cheese $2 /person Braised Collard Greens with Ham $2.50 /person Memphis Style Barbeque Chicken $3 /person Please Note Paddock Park is subjected to a 22% Staffing Charge. 34 beverages CRISP & refreshing SPECIALTY BAR PACKAGES PREMIUM BAR PACKAGE SELECT SCOTCH, WHISKEY, BOURBON, VODKA, RUM, GIN, TEQUILA AND MIXERS Select Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, White Zinfandel Select Local Microbrew, Imported and Domestic Beer Assorted soft drinks, juices and bottled water Up to 2 Hours$20 /person Each Additional Hour$5 /person Top Shelf Upgrade$5 /person CORDIAL BAR PACKAGE AD ON HENNESSY VS, KAHLUA, GRAND MARNIER, BAILEY’S IRISH CREAM, SAMBUCCA, AMARETTO DI SARONNO Up to 2 Hours $8 /person Each Additional Hour$2 /person WINE AND BEER PACKAGE SELECT HOUSE ROAD CHARDONNAY, CABERNET SAUVIGNON, WHITE ZINFANDEL Select Local Microbrew, Imported and Domestic Beer Assorted soft drinks, juices and bottled water Up to 2 Hours $14 /person Each Additional Hour$3.50/person WINE SERVICE SELECT HOUSE CHARDONNAY, CABERNET SAUVIGNON, MERLOT, WHITE ZINFANDEL AND SPARKLING $28 Please inquire for additional wine selections SODA AND WATER PACKAGE ASSORTED SOFT DRINKS Bottled Water Up to 2 Hours $5 /person Each Additional Hour$2 /person 36 SPECIALTY AFTER DINNER PACKAGES SIGNATURE COFFEE STATION FRESHLY BREWED COFFEE, SELECT TEAS, ESPRESSO, CAPPUCCINO, MONIN FLAVORED SYRUPS whipped cream, shaved chocolate and rock candy sugar sticks First Hour Each Additional Hour $6 /person $2 /person INTERNATIONAL COFFEE BAR FRESHLY BREWED COFFEE, KAHLUA, GRAND MARNIER, BAILEY’S IRISH CREAM, SAMBUCCA, AMARETTO DI SARONNO whipped cream, shaved chocolate, orange peels, cinnamon sticks and rock candy sugar sticks First Hour Each Additional Hour $10/person $4 /person Cash Bar Service Each guest will be responsible for purchasing his or her own beverages. If they wish, they may run a tab at the table to be paid for at the end of the evening. A credit card will be taken by the server at the beginning of the event for such bills. Please note that cash beverage arrangements are not available in the president’s room. Beverage on Consumption Basis Beverage service will be provided for your guests throughout the evening. A running account of all drinks ordered will be kept. At the completion of the vent, your captain will present the final beverage check to your spokesperson for payment. Please advise us if you wish to limit service, for example, offering beer and wine only, or placing a “cap”, for the total dollar figure on the amount you would like to spend. Drink Tickets You may supply your guests with drink tickets to control the amount of beverages consumed. A running tab will be kept of the items ordered by your ticket holders for presentation at the end of the evening. No drinks will be placed on your tab without a ticket. We request a credit card number in advance to secure the issued tickets. Cash and Consumption Bars require one bartender per every 75 guests, $150 for up to four-hours, and $50 for each additional hour. Cash and Consumption Bars do not contribute to your Food and Beverage Minimum All food and beverage is subject to a 22% staffing charge, 7% sales tax, prices are subject to change. 37 BEVERAGE STATIONS COFFEE Regular Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Assorted Teas served with raw sugar, Equal, Sweet & Low, half and half, milk 2 Hours or less 3 - 5 Hours 6 -12 Hours $3 /person $5.50 /person $9 /person COFFEE AND WATER Bottled Spring Water Regular Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Assorted Teas served with raw sugar, Equal, Sweet & Low, half and half, milk 2 Hours or less 3 - 5 Hours 6 -12 Hours $4 $6 $11 /person /person /person COFFEE, WATER AND SOFT DRINKS Bottled Spring Water Assorted Soft Drinks Regular Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Assorted Teas served with raw sugar, Equal, Sweet & Low, half and half, milk 2 Hours or less 3 - 5 Hours 6 -12 Hours $5 /person $7.50 /person $13 /person WATER AND SOFT DRINKS Bottled Spring Water Assorted Soft Drinks 2 Hours or less 3 - 5 Hours 6 -12 Hours Add assorted bottled juices $4 /person $6 /person $11 /person $1.50/person All food and beverage is subject to a 22% staffing charge and applicable sales tax, prices are subject to change. 38 EVENT guidelines AUDIO VISUAL SERVICES Limited Audio Visual needs are serviced and provided by Meadowlands Racetrack. Their services may include, but are not limited to, podiums, power, easels, screens, video recordings and projectors. Please inquire further for a cost. The sales team will secure a provider for any AV needs and pass on cost to each client. BANNERS AND SIGNAGE The Sales team can design and order a foam core welcome sign for an additional $40 for your event. Event Signage that you are providing should be delivered no more than 3 business days prior to the event, to the Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sales Office. Signage should be light-weight material, suitable for hanging indoors, with roping and grommets. No signage may be hung outdoors, unless prior approval from Meadowlands Racetrack. All signage will be hung on interior pre-determined guide wires within your rented event space. Additional costs may apply. BARTENDER FEES Cash and Consumption Bars require one bartender per every 75. $150 for each bartender up to four hours and $50 for each additional hour. COAT CHECK At the clients’ request, coat check will be provided in seasonal weather with one attendant per 150 guests, $150 for up to four-hours, and $35 for each additional hour. DANCE FLOORS The Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sales can provide a dance floor through a rental company. Please ask your group sales representative for pricing. DECORATIONS Decorations, posters, signs or displays brought into the Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sale must be approved before the event. Items may not be permanently attached or attached with abrasive material. The following machines are not permitted unless arranged by your group 39 sales manager: Popcorn, Peanuts, Snow, Fog or Bubble, Spray String, Confetti and Cotton Candy. No open flame décor is permitted. Balloons are permitted only when weighted. Charges may apply if a lift is required to remove any balloons from the ceilings after an event. Charges will apply for any damage incurred. A recommended vendor will be provided for any additional services your event may need. EQUIPMENT While the Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sales may have a large inventory of equipment, this inventory may be limited depending on the number of guests or the type of events at a given time. We may determine there will be additional costs based on your event. 60” Round with a 85” Linens 6’ x 30’ Table with boxed Linen & Chairs 8’ x 30’ Table with boxed Linen & Chairs 8’ x 25” Classroom Table with Boxed Linen 30” High Top with two 85” Linen 36” Round with 85” Linen & Chairs White or Black Wood Foldable Chair White Plastic Foldable Chair Upholstered Pods Collapsible A-Frame Easels Coat Racks with hangers Stanchions Small Trashcan $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $7 $5 $10 $14 $30 $5 $4 Please inquire for our boothing package pricing and any other equipment needs. EVENT PROMOTION AND ADVERTISING All advertisements, invitations, flyers, posters and promotions associated with your event should use the following name and address below. Please do not publish the Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sales phone number for any reason. Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sales 50 State Route 120 East Rutherford NJ 07073 www.meadowlandsracetrack.com FOOD AND BEVERAGE Sodexo Leisure is the exclusive caterer, who holds the liquor license and board of health permits within the Meadowlands Racetrack. No outside food, beverage or alcohol may be brought into the facility. 40 HOLIDAYS Any event occurring on a holiday will be charged an additional 25% staffing charge. LINEN A limited palette of napkin colors is available at no charge. Specialty items such as chair covers with sashes, slip covers, overlays, spandex and custom colors are available for an additional charge. A limited supply of house linen can be provided based on availablity. LOAD-IN AND LOAD-OUT All vendors with and/or including: displays, exhibits, decoration, equipment and entertainment must enter and check in at the Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sales office then use the east tunnel loading dock entrance at the rear of the building for loading and unloading. NON-PROFIT EVENTS Once the food and beverage minimum is achieved all Non-Profit Agencies, Clubs or Organizations will receive a 10% discount on food, beverage, and facility rentals. A current 501C3 status form must be submitted to receive a discount. PACKAGES AND PACKAGE HANDLING Parcels or packages may be delivered up to three days prior to your event. A $15 per package or $175 per pallet charge will apply to all incoming and outgoing packages. Outgoing packages must have pre-arranged shipping charges through a carrier. Incoming packages must include the following: Event Name Client’s Name Attention: Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sales 50 State Route 120 East Rutherford NJ 07073 PARKING There are over 2400 complimentary parking spaces surrounding the Meadowlands Racetrack, available on a first come, first serve basis. Pre-paid Valet Parking tickets are available upon request for an additional cost of $5 per car. 41 RISERS AND STAGING Are available at an additional expense which does not include set up labor. Please check with your Group Sales representative for pricing. SECURITY The Meadowlands Racetrack is a 24-hour secure building with an on-site security command center and onsite EMS staff. Cameras are located on the perimeter and in select interior rooms and hallways. As the exclusive provider of security, the Meadowlands Racetrack will determine the extent of your security needs and arrange for licensed interior/ exterior security, police, traffic police, and/or EMS. If additional security services are required there will be additional costs for those services. SMOKING The Meadowlands Racetrack is a smoke free facility as mandated by state law. Designated outdoor areas are available. STAFFING Each event requires specific staffing to meet the needs of the event. Sodexo will determine the number of staffing required for your event based on the anticipated number of guests. Extended Set-Up/Break-down Porters Coat Check Attendants (1 for every 150 guests) Bartenders (1 every 75 guests) Restroom Attendants (1 for every 150 guests) Cashiers for Concession Stands $150 each $150 each $150 each $150 each $150 each STORAGE The Meadowlands Racetrack has limited storage facilities and does not provide storage prior to, or following an event for decorations, flowers, auction items, equipment or materials brought in by you, your subcontractors or your guests. Items the client wishes to keep must be removed from the premises immediately following the event. The Meadowlands Racetrack Group Sales will not be held responsible for items left once the Client departs. Should you require storage prior to, or following your event, your event coordinator can supply room rental charges. TRASH Excessive clean-up after an event that is not left “broom swept clean” will be charged to Client at $75 per hour. 42 DIRECTIONS BY CAR: BY BUS: FROM THE GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE: NJ Transit now offers expanded service to Meadowlands Racetrack on Bus No. 164. Follow Interstate 95 South signs to the New Jersey Turnpike South western spur (Sports Complex) to exit 16W, which provides direct access to the Sports Complex parking areas. FROM THE LINCOLN TUNNEL: Follow Route 3 West directly to the Sports Complex. FROM THE NEW JERSEY TURNPIKE NORTH BOUND / SOUTH BOUND: Follow the western spur (Sports Complex) to exit 16W, which provides direct access to the Sports Complex parking areas. If congested, use eastern spur (Lincoln Tunnel) to exit 16E to Route 3 West, follow directions above. Please note that the complex is under construction, please follow current traffic signs that are posted. FROM THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY SOUTH BOUND: Garden State Parkway south to exit 163 (Route 17). Follow Route 17 South to Paterson Plank Road. Take Paterson Plank Road East to the Sports Complex. FROM THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY NORTH BOUND: Garden State Parkway North to exit 153A (Route 3). Follow Route 3 East to the Sports Complex. FROM THE HOLLAND TUNNEL, BROOKLYN/STATEN ISLAND BRIDGE CROSSINGS, JERSEY CITY & BAYONNE: Take the New Jersey Turnpike extension to the Turnpike North. Follow directions above. FROM NEW YORK PORT AUTHORITY (41ST STREET BUS TERMINAL): For more information call (800) 772-2222. Which Entrance? • Pegasus East and West • President’s Room • Hambletonian Room • Terraces at Trackside • Terrace Suite • Paddock Park Picnic (Lighted Area) Pegasus Entrance (far right facing track) Please check with sales rep for entrance. Pegasus Entrance (far right facing track) Clubhouse Entrance (center facing track) Clubhouse Entrance (center facing track) Paddock Park Entrance (far left facing track) • Pegasus East & West Pegasus Entrance (far right facing track) Where to Go? Monday-Friday nights the last bus will depart Meadowlands Racetrack bound for NYC Port Authority at 11:16 p.m.; Saturday night the final bus departs for NYC Port Authority at 11:20 p.m. Please visit njtransit.com for detailed and current bus route information and frequent rider discounts. The Bus Stop Located at Valet Road, directly across from the West Grandstand Entrance. BY TAXI: At times when NJ TRANSIT bus or rail service is not operating for events at the Meadowlands, customers traveling to the Meadowlands Racetrack will be accommodated by taxi service from Secaucus Junction. How it Works: • Visit the Secaucus Junction Customer Service Office (located in the Rotunda) to exchange your Meadowlands ticket for roundtrip taxi vouchers. Vouchers are only valid on the date issued. • Go to the taxi lane outside Secaucus Junction. Voucher taxi service to the racetrack is provided by "Good Fellas Taxi Service" (Vouchers will not be accepted by other taxi services). • Present your voucher to the taxi driver. • To return to Secaucus, call Good Fellas Taxi Service at (201) 953-2929 at least 30 minutes prior to your desired pick-up time. • Present your return-trip voucher to the taxi driver. Upon entering complex, follow signs for racetrack. Guests can self park in lot M or L; if you would like to valet your car, you may do so at the clubhouse and pegasus valets. PARKING • General Parking: Complimentary • Valet Parking: $5.00 per Car • Bus Parking: Complimentary 50 State Route 120 • East Rutherford, NJ 07073 Please visit MeadowlandsRacetrack.com for full event details and dates, or call 201-The-BigM with questions. 43