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March 19, 2014

2 THE AC TIMES | March 19, 2014

Prosperity Grows When Vision and Action Meet

OpEd by Assemblyman Chris Brown
The success of Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) rests on following a
simple Japanese proverb - Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision
is a nightmare.
Over the years, ACY lived in a daydream calling itself an international airport
without the ability to secure stable international or domestic flights. Its leadership opted
to focus on political patronage hirings rather than work cooperatively with agencies
like the CRDA to develop Atlantic City into a diversified tourism resort. ACY found
itself in a nightmare when our neighboring states approved gambling as gas prices
spiked and the national economy frayed.
Where does this prior lack vision and action leave our region now?
I believe we still have an opportunity to wed vision with action and create a fully
functional international airport.
First, we need to hire an executive director at the South Jersey Transportation
Authority (SJTA) based on that persons professional transportation background, not
political affiliation. This person has to be able to grasp the logistics of getting people
to, from, and around our region and appreciate the need for working with sister agencies
to properly market the resort. That is why I have asked the Commissioner of NJ
Department of Transportation to conduct a nationwide search to find a fully qualified
individual to be the executive director.
Once quality leadership is in place at the SJTA, the second step is to continue to
properly utilize the muscle of the Port Authority of NY/NJ to show airlines the benefits
of opening up new destinations for ACY.
Already, the Port Authority has secured United Airlines to offer direct flights to
Chicago and Houston. Connections to these two main hubs open up the rest of the
country and Canada to ACY. Moreover, the Port Authority has leveraged its assets to
enable ACY to accept diverted flights and cargo planes. This means millions of dollars
in landing and fuel fees to be collected locally.
The CRDA should continue to entice new airlines to fly out of ACY by assuming
some of the startup risk with subsidies. We all agree taxpayers should not be in the
airline business. However, once airlines see they can make a profit flying into Atlantic
City, the need for the subsidies goes away.
Most importantly, CRDA has to create a clean, safe, and diversified tourism market,
so visitors cant help but choose Atlantic City over other resorts. CRDA should continue
to promote private investment to create non-gaming attractions, like The Steel Pier,
Margaritaville, Bass Pro Outlets, the arts, and the Harrahs Conference Center.
With proper leadership, more flights, and a clean, safe, diverse tourist destination,

the Atlantic City Alliance (ACA) can then

more effectively market the resort.
For the first time in our history, we
have a $30 million advertising
budget. Though still woefully short of the
$120 million of Las Vegas, it is possible
for this amount of money to still attract a
great number of visitors. The primary
target of the ACA, up until now, has been
the people living between Baltimore and
Boston. ACY can now work with ACA to
market directly to the millions of
passengers who travel through the hubs of
Chicago and Houston. This will serve the
two fold purpose of generating greater
demand for air travel to Atlantic City
(thereby eliminating the need for further
Assemblyman Chris Brown
subsidies) while fulfilling the mission of
drawing new people to our resort.
Vision and action is creating a clean and safe and diverse product. Vision and
action is stimulating a demand for the product through properly utilizing the airport.
Vision and action is driving a supply of customers through effective advertising to our
market. Ultimately, it is through the combination of clear vision and decisive action
that our local economy will prosper.
Properly utilizing the ACY in conjunction with ACA, CRDA, and PA will go a
long way to re-vitalizing our economy.

Opportunities for Visitors and Residents

Advance Through CDRA Approval
Tuesdays CRDA Board meeting advanced several measures to provide more
housing, more non-gaming attractions, and provide Atlantic City with new
opportunities to attract more convention business.
CRDA received Board approval to form a 501c6 non-profit which will advance
Atlantic City as a destination for conventions, meetings and trade shows. Increasing
the number of conventions is a key strategy in the success of the Tourism District,
said John Palmieri, CRDA Executive Director. We have worked very closely with
an exceptional team to develop on organization that will be competitive, incentivized
and able to focus solely on the sales function. The new, private, independent entity
will be known as Meet AC and will be governed by a five member Board of Directors
from the hospitality industry, the business community and the CRDA. The new
Board of Directors is scheduled to meet before the end of April.
In July, 2013, the City of Atlantic City entered into an agreement with Boraie
Development, LLC as the developer for two 4 acre parcels in the South Inlet. Upon
agreement, Boraie Development, LLC pursued the purchase of the land with the
Atlantic City Housing Authority, the formal owner of the property and in December
2013, the purchase was executed. Boraie Development, LLC received preliminary
determination of project approval from CRDA in December 2013 before coming to
the Board yesterday for project approval and a fund reservation. The CRDA Board
took action to support the South Inlet Uptown Renewal Project, which includes
development of a 250 unit rental complex by Boraie Development, LLC. The Beach
at the South Inlet will provide a mix of one and two bedroom units with amenities
such as a doorman, on -site parking and swimming pool. Developer Waseem Boraie
said 350 construction jobs will be created with construction beginning in the fourth
quarter of 2014. The CRDA is providing financial assistance in the form of
construction and take-out lending not to exceed $30 million.
This Board action signals a kick-start to revitalization in the South Inlet,
according to Board Chairman Jim Kehoe.
On the horizon are new enhancements to the Boardwalk at Tropicana. A $35
million dollar project proposed by Tropicana features renovations to 434 hotel rooms
in the North Tower, creation of new retail space on Pacific Avenue at the Morris
Avenue intersection, installation of a new health club on Brighton Avenue, activating
an area that is currently a blank faade and upgrades and renovations to the
Boardwalk frontage of the resort, including light bollards, building illumination
choreographed as a light and sound show and large scale video monitors on the
Boardwalk . Tropicana estimates 532 construction jobs and 84 permanent jobs will
be created with project completion by the end of 2015.
The CRDA Board also approved supplemental fund reservations for Lighthouse
District Park, Historic Gardners Basin, and the Community Development
Entertainment Grant program.
Board actions will take effect following the expiration of the Governors statutory
review period.
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. Under the 2011Tourism District legislation, CRDA responsibilities have
expanded to include Land Use Regulation, Clean and Safe initiatives, attracting and
retaining conventions and meetings at the Atlantic City Convention Center and
Boardwalk Hall and partnership with the Atlantic City Alliance to market and attract
visitors to Atlantic City.

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Cooper Levenson

Russell Lichtenstein, N.J. Super Lawyer 10th Consecutive Year

The 2014 New Jersey Super Lawyers list has a familiar nameRussell L.
Lichtenstein, Esq. of the Cooper Levenson law firm. Lichtenstein has been
awarded that distinction, reserved for less than 5% of the attorneys in New Jersey,
every year for the last ten years.Super Lawyersis a rating service of outstanding
lawyers that involves multi-phased independent research, peer nominations and
evaluations.
Russells persuasive, strategic planning and negotiating skills help bring
disputes to swift resolution, said Lloyd D. Levenson, CEO of Cooper Levenson.
When matters cannot be resolved, his strong investigative, analytical and
courtroom skills make him one of the most successful and sought-after litigators
in the area. These attributes have earned him the Super Lawyer honor. We applaud
the tremendous talent and skill that helped earn him this designation for ten
consecutive years. It is a remarkable achievement.
Lichtenstein is a partner at Cooper Levenson, serves on the firms Executive
Committee and is the chairman of the firms Employment & Labor and Casino
Defense Litigation practice groups. He has also been designated by the New Jersey
Supreme Court as a Certified Civil Trial Attorney for over 17 years. Less than
2% of New Jersey attorneys have achieved this prestigious
certification. Additionally, Lichtenstein has been certified by the National Board
of Trial Advocacy as a Certified Trial Advocate, another distinguished certification
possessed by less than 4% of attorneys nationwide. Lichtenstein has been named
one of New Jerseys Top Attorneys in the employment litigation field by New
Jersey Monthly magazine in each year that they have made that designation.

As a litigator, Lichtenstein regularly

appears in the state and federal courts of
New Jersey and before various agencies
that address employment related
matters. Lichtenstein is also lead trial
counsel representing the firms casino
clients in a wide variety of matters.
Before joining Cooper Levenson in
1983, Lichtenstein served with
distinction as an Assistant Prosecutor
with the Cape May County Prosecutors
Office.
He is active in many civic and
charitable organizations and formerly
served as the President of the Jersey
Shore Council of the Boy Scouts of
America. Lichtenstein resides with his
Russell Lichtenstein
family in the Beesleys Point section of
Upper Township.
Cooper Levenson is a full service law firm since 1957, with 75 attorneys and
New Jersey offices in Atlantic City, Cherry Hill, and Trenton. The firm has
regional offices in Bear, Del., Harrisburg, Pa., and Las Vegas. For more
information, visitwww.cooperlevenson.com.

NJ Visitors Split Between Shore, Inland Destinations, Most Stay Overnight

Atlantic City Attracts Most Visitors in Mid-Atlantic
Just over half of the visitors to New Jersey recently surveyed for the Lloyd
D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism came to the Jersey
shore within the past year, with Atlantic City attracting 14.2 percent and Cape
May City claiming 4.5 percent of the tourists.
Travel to both those municipalities helped to drive significant numbers of
visitors to their respective counties, with 18.4 percent of all visitors saying they
took a trip to Atlantic County and 15 percent having visited Cape May County.
New Jerseys other oceanfront counties, Ocean (12.4 percent) and Monmouth (6.5
percent) held significant shares of the visitor market in New Jersey.
Still, the non-shore counties collectively accounted for nearly half of all visits
to New Jersey at 47.7 percent. Notable destinations from Hackensack to Cherry
Hill along the Interstate 95 corridor drew large volumes of visitors.
The information the center has on visitors to New Jersey allows us to provide
critical information to our partners throughout the state as they continue to refine
their marketing message, said Dr. Brian Tyrrell, associate professor of Hospitality
and Tourism Management Studies at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.
Dr. Tyrrell is presenting findings from the survey at the New Jersey Governors
Conference on Tourism in Atlantic City today.
The survey was conducted for LIGHT in February by the Stockton Polling
Institute of the William J. Hughes Center for Public Policy. Over 1,000
respondents who had traveled more than 50 miles from home to New Jersey or
within the state, within the past 12 months, were surveyed. Live interviewers on
the Stockton campus called both landlines and cell phones. The polls margin of
error is +/- 3.1 percentage points.
The survey found significant differences in visitors spending and how long
they stayed, based on their stage in the family life cycle. LifeStage analysis is
useful for target marketing purposes, Tyrrell noted. It considers visitors ages, their
household income and whether or not they have children under the age of 18.
More than one-fourth (28.1 percent) of the New Jersey visitors in the study
were affluent matures, or those 55 years of age and older, with household
income of $75,000 or more and no children under 18. Their spending of $425 a
day included food and beverage, lodging, transportation, shopping and
entertainment. That group was outspent by several others, including the next
largest group, affluent families, who spent an average of $499 a day on those
categories.
Affluent families, in which the head of household is 35-54 years old and the
family income is $75,000 or more, accounted for 16.6 percent of visitors to or
within the state.
Maturing & free visitors ages 35-54 with no children under 18 and any
income level, were the third largest segment at 15.7 percent. They spent an average
of $436 a day.
The smallest number of visitors (3.5 percent) came from the moderate
family group, in which the 35-54 year-old head of household makes under
$75,000 and has children under 18. Those families spent an average of $453 daily.
Young families of any income level, in which the head of household is 18-34
with children, comprised 8.4 percent of visitors and spent an average of $429 a
day.

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Nearly half of all visitors stayed three days or longer, with affluent segments
averaging longer stays than their moderate counterparts. More than two-thirds of
all visitors stayed overnight.
The primary purpose of the trips varied from pleasure for 40 percent, to
visiting friends or relatives, at 32 percent. More than one in 10 (11 percent) said
they were in New Jersey on business, with an additional 2 percent combining
business and pleasure.
Having a good understanding of visitors travel habits is key to promoting
tourism, which is a $40 billion industry in New Jersey, said Dr. Israel Posner,
executive director of LIGHT.
For more information, please contact Dr. Brian Tyrrell at:
Brian.Tyrrell@Stockton.edu or Dr. Israel Posner at: Israel.Posner@Stockton.edu
For more information on the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming,
Hospitality and Tourism, visit www.stockton.edu/levenson.

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AtlantiCare and CHOP Announce Partnership

Agreement will provide CHOP tertiary newborn and pediatric
care in southeastern New Jersey
Officials from The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia and AtlantiCare today
announced a new partnership. CHOP Newborn & Pediatric Care at AtlantiCare is
designed to deliver CHOP tertiary pediatric and subspecialist support to the southeastern
New Jersey communities AtlantiCare serves.
The agreement will place CHOP Pediatric hospitalists on-site at the Stanley M.
Grossman Pediatric Center at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center (ARMC) Atlantic
City Campus. CHOP neonatologists will staff the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the
Roger B. Hansen Center for Childbirth at ARMC Mainland Campus, Pomona. CHOP
clinicians also will consult with emergency teams at ARMC City Campus Emergency
Center and ARMC Mainland Campus Emergency Department, Pomona, when needed.
This agreement is an example of how CHOP and its partners in Pennsylvania and
New Jersey are delivering world-class pediatric care very close to home for our patients
and their families, said Madeline Bell, CHOPs president and chief operating officer.
We are confident that families in Atlantic, Cape May, and Ocean counties will benefit
greatly from the pediatric care that CHOP clinicians and their AtlantiCare colleagues
will provide.
We are pleased to partner with the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia, which is
world-renown for its clinical care, said Lori Herndon, executive vice president,
AtlantiCare and president, chief executive officer, AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center.
Whether parents have a baby in our NICU, a child who requires hospitalization, or a
teen who needs a specialist consult in the emergency center, the AtlantiCare CHOP

Learn About Seals and Support the Marine Mammal

Stranding Center
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) is a non-profit organization
located in Brigantine, N.J. and is the only organization in the State of New Jersey
authorized to rescue and rehabilitate stranded marine mammals and sea turtles.
Since the Center's founding in 1978, over 4,300 animals (including whales,
dolphins, seals & sea turtles) have been treated by the MMSC.
On Saturday, April 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Center will celebrate Seal
Day. There will be guided tours of the rescue and rehabilitation facility along
with educational demonstrations and arts and crafts activities for the kids. There
will also be screenings of videos documenting the Centers founding and presentday work with marine mammals and sea turtles. Have your photo taken with The
Centers animated mascot Lu-seal!
The Center is located at 3625 Brigantine Blvd. Brigantine, NJ 08203, on
the bay side of Brigantine Blvd near the Brigantine circle and there is limited
parking in front. Free admission donations welcome to support the Centers animal
care program.
Contact Jill Romano at jill@mmsc.org or 609-266-0538 for more information

team is committed to providing exceptional patient and family-centered care in

collaboration with our community pediatricians.
Families seeking more information about the partnership can call the AtlantiCare
Access Center at 1-888-569-1000, visit www.atlanticare.org or find AtlantiCare on
Facebook.
About AtlantiCare:
AtlantiCare is an integrated system of services designed to help people achieve
optimal health. It does so by focusing on customer needs and expectations to provide
accessible, comprehensive services of superior quality and value. AtlantiCare is
comprised of AtlantiCare Regional Health Services including AtlantiCare Regional
Medical Center with three locations, ambulatory services and AtlantiCare Physician
Group; the AtlantiCare Foundation, and AtlantiCare Health Solutions, an accountable
care organization. The regions largest healthcare organization and largest non-casino
employer, AtlantiCares more than 5,200 employees and 700 physicians serve the
community in nearly 70 locations. AtlantiCare and its business units are governed by
boards comprised of volunteer community leaders. AtlantiCares focus is to serve the
community as a provider of health and wellness services.
About The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia and the CHOP Care Network:
The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia was founded in 1855 as the nations first
pediatric hospital. Through its long-standing commitment to providing exceptional
patient care, training new generations of pediatric healthcare professionals and
pioneering major research initiatives, Childrens Hospital has fostered many discoveries
that have benefited children worldwide. Its pediatric research program receives the
highest amount of National Institutes of Health funding among all U.S. childrens
hospitals. In addition, its unique family-centered care and public service programs have
brought the 535-bed hospital recognition as a leading advocate for children and
adolescents. In addition, our growing regional Care Network of more than 50-locations
throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey provides families in our region
with access to CHOP-quality care close to home.

Easter Bunny Bonanza at the Aquarium

The seasons most famous rabbit is making a special appearance at the Atlantic
City Aquarium for an Easter celebration on Friday, April 4, 2014.
The event kicks off at 5:45 p.m. with an Easter Egg Hunt inside the Aquarium.
Afterward, guests may enjoy pizza, drinks, dessert and games. Bring your camera for
photos with the Easter Bunny!
Cost, which includes Aquarium admission and a goody bag, is $15 for adults and
$12 for children under 12. Aquarium members receive a $2 discount.
Reservations are required and space is limited. RSVP to
michelle@acaquarium.com or call in your reservation to (609) 348-2880, ext. 25, by
Tuesday, April 1, 2014. No discount coupons will be accepted for this event.
The Atlantic City Aquarium is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $8
for adults, $6 for seniors and $5 for children ages 4-12. Located in Atlantic City's
Historic Gardner's Basin, the Atlantic City Aquarium offers a fun and educational look
into more than 100 varieties of fish and marine animals. For more information on the
Atlantic City Aquarium, visit www.acaquarium.com. Like the Atlantic City Aquarium
on Facebook for the latest news.

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AC Library & The Smithsonian:

To Present AC Sports History Exhibit and Pep Talks

The Atlantic City Experience: Devotion and Determination
exhibit will be presented as a companion to the Smithsonian
Institutions Hometown Teams exhibit
From Atlantic City Olympians and all-stars to standout female athletes to
iconic venues, Atlantic City boasts a rich and storied sports history. Highlights
from this history will soon be on display in the Atlantic City Free Public Librarys
exhibit, The Atlantic City Experience: Devotion and Determination.
A companion to the Smithsonian Institutions Hometown Teams traveling
exhibition, this Atlantic City-centric exhibit will be displayed at the Noyes Arts
Garage Stockton College, located at the Wave Parking Garage at 2200 Fairmount
Ave. in Atlantic City. The exhibit is free and open to the public from 10 a.m.
through 6 p.m. every Wednesday through Sunday from March 22 through May
4.
Also, the library will present a series of Pep Talks, which will feature local
experts discussing various Atlantic City-related sports topics. Guest speakers will
include former NBA player and head coach Chris Ford; ex-Atlantic City High
School star basketball player and head coach Laurie Carter; crew coaching legend
Stan Bergman and NBC 40 Sports Director Pete Thompson.
The Pep Talks will also be held at the Noyes Art Garage. All programs are
free.
Female Athletes Journey for Equity in Sports on Thursday, March 27, at 6
p.m. Guest speaker: Dr. Eileen Conran-Folks.
Basketball on Thursday, April 3, at 6 p.m. Guest speakers: Chris Ford and
Laurie Carter.
Guided Tour of Hometown Teams and Atlantic City Experience Sports

Exhibits on Friday, April 4, at 1 p.m. Guest speakers: Library staff members

Heather Halpin Perez and Beth Ryan.
Baseball and Softball on Thursday, April 10, at 6 p.m. Guest speakers: Bob
Derbyshire and Kathleen Whelan.
Boxing on Thursday, April 17, at 6 p.m. Guest speaker: Abdur Rahim
Muhammad.
Crew and Swimming on Thursday, April 24, at 6 p.m. Guest speakers: Stan
Bergman and Bill Howarth.
Sports Journalism on Thursday, May 1, at 6 p.m. Guest speaker: Pete
Thompson.
Share and Tell: Atlantic City Sports Artifacts on Friday, May 2, at 1 p.m. Guest
speaker: Library staff member Beth Ryan.
The theme of the Smithsonian Institutions Hometown Teams exhibition is
the ongoing cultural processes that have made America such a celebrator of sports,
through teamwork, leadership and team pride. Through a selection of photographs,
artifacts and memorabilia, the Hometown Teams exhibition explores various
aspects of sports and teams, from how and why we play these games to what
makes us fans and why we root for our home teams.
Hometown Teams has been made possible in Atlantic City by the New Jersey
Council for the Humanities. Hometown Teams is part of Museum on Main Street,
a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institute and State Humanities Councils
nationwide. Support for Museum on Main Street has been provided by the United
States Congress.
The library will hold a ribbon-cutting Pep Rally at 2 p.m. March 22 at the
Noyes Art Garage to kick off the grand opening of the two sports exhibits.
Please call (609) 345-2269, ext. 3064 for more information.

New Art Event Planned For Atlantic City Aquarium

Art has been described as that in which the hand, the head and the heart go
together. With that sentiment in mind, persons with an interest in art are invited
to the first Art at the Aquarium night at the Atlantic City Aquarium, scheduled
for Saturday, April 12, at the Atlantic City Aquarium in Historic Gardners Basin.
This instructional event, which begins at 7 p.m., will feature a step-bystep painting class for ages 16 and up as taught by Brittany Czekai of Anchor Art
Studios, Margate. Participants will re-create a featured painting, using acrylics on
a 16 X 20 canvas, which they may take home at the end of the evening. No
previous art experience is necessary to participate.
Space for Art at the Aquarium will be limited to 30 people. The $40
cost will include the instruction, aquarium admission and all art materials.
Reservations for this new event can be made by clicking on the following link,

http://www.anchorartstudio.com/reserve-your-seat.html, or by phoning 609 412

8985. Participants may bring their own refreshments and snacks to the event.

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Atlantic City Electric Providing Free Trees to Customers

Atlantic City Electric is providing 2,000 free trees to customers through the
Energy-Saving Trees program. Launched as a pilot initiative in 2012, the EnergySaving Trees program helps customers conserve energy and reduces household
electricity bills through strategic tree planting. Atlantic City Electric customers
can reserve their free trees today at www.arborday.org/ace or by calling 1-855670-2773.
An online tool can help Atlantic City Electric customers find the most strategic
location for planting and estimates the annual savings that will result from the
tree. The new Energy-Saving Trees tool can run on Internet Explorer version 9,
Firefox, and Google Chrome. Customers may call the Arbor Day Foundation for
technical help and other questions at 1-855-670-2773.
The Arbor Day Foundation calculates that the 2,000 trees are estimated to
produce more than $380,000 in energy savings within 20 years. Customers can
reserve up two trees per household, and the program will continue until all 2,000
trees are reserved. In exchange for the free trees, customers are expected to care
for the trees and plant them in the location provided by the online tool. The 2 to

4-foot trees will be delivered directly to the customer at an ideal time for planting.
The types of trees offered include Sugar Maple, River Birch, Hackberry, American
Beech, Bald Cypress, White Dogwood, and Washington Hawthorn.
Atlantic City Electric is pleased to again partner with the Arbor Day
Foundation to provide free trees to our customers, said Vince Maione, region
president, Atlantic City Electric. The Energy-Saving Trees program not only
benefits the environment, but can also help customers save money on their energy
bills.
The Energy-Saving Trees online tool was created by the Arbor Day
Foundation and the Davey Institute, a division of Davey Tree Expert Co., and uses
peer-reviewed scientific research from the USDA Forest Services i-Tree software
to calculate estimated benefits.
For more information and updates, visit www.atlanticcityelectric.com. Follow
us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/atlanticcityelectric and on Twitter at
www.twitter.com/acelecconnect. Our mobile app is available at
www.atlanticcityelectric.com/mobileapp.

Post Hurricane Sandy:

Exploring Energy Eciency, Economic Recovery and Rebuilding

GLOBALCON Energy, Power, & Facility Management Event
Not long ago, Superstorm Sandy wreaked havoc on the Northeast, causing
$36.9 billion in damages in New Jersey alone. It is projected that climate change
will bring an increased number of these superstorms to the Northeast, which,
coupled with sea level rise, have the potential to damage critical infrastructure
that is not equipped to handle such storms. This means that climate adaptation
and mitigation will be key to the future of the Northeast. In the year since the
storm, the Department of Energy (DOE) has continued investment in grid
modernization to improve outage management capabilities that reduce outage,
improve restoration times, and protect and strengthen critical energy
infrastructure. DOE is also taking further action to protect the regions energy
infrastructure by creating an integrated resilience program that leverages area
professionals expertise in emergency response, risk assessment and longer-term
vulnerabilities management. Through federal, state, and local partnerships,
developing a more modern energy infrastructure, and stronger, more resilient
communities in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, these areas will be
better poised to face and recover from future storms. The 25th GLOBALCON
Conference & Expo, to be held April 9-10th at the Atlantic City Convention
Center, is the one place where decision makers from business, industry, and
government can get up to speed on the rebuilding effort, along with energy
infrastructure changes taking place in its wake. The Rebuilding Efforts
conference track covers the important topic of how facility mangers can
minimize damage to building systems while continuing to operate during
emergencies.
The GLOBALCON conference program is full of the regions top experts
in the changing energy landscape. The Opening Session will feature Joseph
Fiordaliso, Commissioner of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities; Matthew

Swibel, Corporate Sustainability Director of Lockheed Martin; and Kathleen

Ellis, Chief Operating Officer of New Jersey Natural Gas. Conference track
topics include: Energy Policy & Climate Change, Benchmarking & High
Performance Buildings, Rebuilding Efforts, and CHP & Renewable Energy.
For a detailed look at the conference program, you are invited to visit
www.globalconevent.com/conference.
GLOBALCON will also feature a Northeast Green showcase, sponsored by
ENERGY STAR & GDF Suez Energy Resources, of technologies to help
commercial, industrial, and institutional customers save on their energy costs,
upgrade their facilities with innovative solutions, and implement new or retrofit
construction projects which will drive the new green job economy. A portion
of the event will also be offset by Renewable Energy Credits, donated by GDF
Suez Energy Resources. Seminars eligible for CEU, LU and PDH credits will
also be held in conjunction with the event, covering Energy Auditing, Energy
Efficiency Updates, Building Commissioning and more, for a full schedule of
available training opportunities, visit: www.globalconevent.com/seminars
GLOBALCON is the northeast regions largest energy efficiency conference
and exposition and addresses new advances in energy efficiency, energy
management, high performance buildings, renewables and power management
technologies. Conference topics include: energy policy, building management
tools, corporate sustainability programs, benchmarking, high performance
buildings, renewable energy technologies, and energy management programs
and success stories. View full event details at Globalcon website,
www.globalconevent.com. For a FREE Expo Pass, click link for complimentary
online registration, http://www.globalconevent.com/freeexpopass
For more information on GLOBALCON, please contact Megan ONeil at
(770) 447-5083 x229 or megan@aeecenter.org

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ShopRite LPGA Classic

AnnouncesExtensions with LPGA and Stockton Seaview Hotel

26th staging of the tournament is set for May 26 June 1at
the Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Clubin Galloway, NJ
Wakefern Food Corp., the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA),
Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club and Eiger Marketing Group (EMG)
announced contract extensions of the ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer
through 2016. Originally known as the Atlantic City Classic, the tournament began
in 1986 and was officially changed to the ShopRite LPGA Classic in 1992 when
Wakefern Food Corp. became the title sponsor. The 2014 event will mark Wakeferns
20th year as Title Sponsor of the event.
Wakefern has been a wonderful partner of the LPGA over the past two decades
and has consistently put on one of the premiere events on our schedule, said LPGA
Commissioner Michael Whan. Our players love returning to the Jersey Shore each
year and playing at such a first-class host club in Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf
Club. We look forward to celebrating the 20th anniversary of their partnership and
many more years.
Since 1992, ShopRite has donated more than $27 million to charities by
sponsoring LPGA tournaments. In 2013, ShopRite again raised nearly $1.3 million
for charitable organizations in ShopRite service areas, aiding hospitals, food banks,
educational institutions and other agencies.
Wakefern has long been a proud supporter of the LPGA. As we enter the
twentieth year of our partnership, we look forward to the opportunity to serve our
neighbors and communities who benefit from the charitable contributions raised at
this event, said Joseph Colalillo, chairman and CEO of Wakefern Food Corp., the
marketing and distribution arm for ShopRite. Together, ShopRite and the LPGA
have given millions of dollars to help those in need, and I cant think of a better reason
to continue this tradition.
The 2014 Tournament will take place Monday, May 26 through Sunday, June 1
on the Bay Course at Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club in Galloway, NJ. The
best players from the LPGA will compete for their share of a $1.5 million purse in
the 54-hole, LPGA-sanctioned official event. The 2014 Tournament will mark the
16th time that the Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club has hosted the event, and
the new agreement ensures the Tournament will stay on the Bay Course through at
least 2016.
Stocktons partnership with the ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer, is

JFS vs. JCC: Let the Competition Begin!

Golf Tournament Scheduled for May 29th
Jewish Family Service of Atlantic and Cape May Counties (JFS) and the
Milton & Betty Katz Jewish Community Center (JCC) are excited to announce a
joint golf tournament to be held on Thursday, May 29, 2014 at Linwood Country
Club. The JFS vs. JCC Golf Tournament will bring a bit of friendly, fun
competition to the community, with the winning organization claiming the sought
after trophy and bragging rights.
The tournament committee, led by Team JFS Captains Rob and Susan Lang
and Team JCC Captains Eric and Fran Goldstein, is currently in the process of
planning what is sure to be a wonderful event.
There are many golf tournaments throughout the year so this is an
outstanding opportunity for these two agencies to join together as one for a great
day of golf benefiting both worthy organizations, said Susan Lang.
Registration and lunch will begin at 11:30 am with a shotgun start at 1 pm.
Following golf, cocktails and dinner will be served. On-course activities, contests,
and prizes will add to this exciting day. The individual play rate is $225 or $1,000
for a foursome which includes a hole sponsorship. Additional sponsorship
opportunities are available.
The competition aspect of the tournament adds another level of excitement
to the event, said Eric Goldstein. With the addition of skills and luck contests,
golfers will not only have a great time but also have the opportunity to win some
amazing prizes.
The funds raised will help JFS and the Katz JCC further their mission to
provide programs and services that enhance and enrich the lives of individuals
and families in Atlantic County.
For more information about the JFS vs. JCC Golf Tournament, please visit
www.jfsatlantic.org or www.jccatlantic.org.
For ticket or sponsorship information, contact Beth Joseph at 609-822-7409
or bjoseph@jfsatlantic.org or Julie Fink at 609-822-1167 x 159 or
jfink@jccatlantic.org.
About Jewish Family Service
Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties is a multi-service
family counseling agency dedicated to promoting, strengthening and preserving
individual, family, and community well-being in a manner consistent with Jewish
philosophy and values. For more information regarding Jewish Family Service
contact 609-822-1108 or visit www.jfsatlantic.org.
About Katz JCC
The mission of the Milton & Betty Katz JCC of Atlantic County is to foster
an appreciation of Jewish identity, values and culture, to promote health, education
and welfare of our members, to strengthen Jewish family life, to build a sense of
community and ensure Jewish continuity for our children, our childrens children
and ourselves.

especially significant this year, because we are celebrating the 100th anniversary of
the founding of Seaview, said President Herman Saatkamp of The Richard Stockton
College of New Jersey. The colleges community partnerships, such as this one with
the ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer, are part of what makes Stockton
distinctive. The Tournament benefits the region by bringing world-class golf to
Stockton Seaview, and by giving a boost to the regional economy. Last year, the
Tournament provided over $13.6 million in direct spending to regional businesses.
We believe this years event will be even more successful - both on and off this
historic course.
One of the most popular stops on the LPGA Tour, the ShopRite LPGA Classic
Presented by Acer has crowned as champions some of the greatest names in womens
professional golf, including Juli Inkster, Nancy Lopez, Betsy King, Annika
Sorenstam, Stacy Lewis, and 2013 champion Karrie Webb.
A week of pre-tournament events, including the largest Pro-Am in Professional
golf, will lead to three days of championship play starting Friday, May 30 and
concluding Sunday, June 1. All three rounds of the Tournament will be televised live
on Golf Channel.
It is an exciting time to be part of the LPGA and the ShopRite LPGA Classic
Presented by Acer, said Tim Erensen, the Executive Director of the Tournament and
Managing Partner at Eiger Marketing Group, we could not ask for a better group of
partners and securing these multi-year extensions will allow us to continue to grow
this shore tradition and solidify our place as one of the premier sporting events in the
region.
About the LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association)
The LPGA is the worlds leading professional golf organization for women.
Founded in 1950, the association celebrates a diverse and storied membership with
more than 2,300 members representing more than 30 different countries. With a
Vision to inspire, empower, educate and entertain by showcasing the very best of
womens golf, LPGA Tour Professionals compete across the globe, while dedicated
LPGA Teaching and Club Professionals (T&CP) directly impact the game through
teaching, coaching and management. The Symetra Tour consistently produces a
pipeline of talent ready for the world stage. The LPGA is headquartered in Daytona
Beach, Florida.
Follow the LPGA on its television home, Golf Channel, and on the web via:
LPGA.com, facebook.com/lpga.official, twitter.com/lpga, and youtube.com/lpgavideo.

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The 31st Annual Atlantic Cape Community College Restaurant Gala took place at Ballys Atlantic City Hotel and Casino. All
Gala proceeds benefit student scholarships at the Academy of Culinary Arts at Atlantic Cape Community College and Atlantic
Cape Foundation operations.

Ben Johnson, Karen Brundage-Johnson, Stephanie Powe and J. Roger Powe are pictured enjoying
the festivities.

Celeste Abddel-Baaith and Dr. John Regis strike a pose at the Atlantic Cape Restaurant Gala.

Kelsey's Restaurant was happy to sample shrimp and grits at the Atlantic Cape Restaurant Gala,
Chef Willie Lewis, Kim and Kelsey Jackson welcomed guests to their booth.

Students from The Academy of Culinary Arts helped prepare food for the Restaurant Gala

John Schultz, Meg Blake, Ed Blake, Mitchell Gurwitcz, Diana Gurwitcz and Gary Hill are happy
to support the Atlantic Cape Gala. The event has raised nearly $3 million for scholarships since
1984.

The New Jersey Travel Industry Association sponsored their annual travel and tourism conference
at the Golden Nugget Hotel. The opening reception was held at Marguarittaville at Resorts Casino,
Charlie S. San Filippo, Michael DeAnzeris and Ben Rose mixed and mingled with conference
attendees

Liza Cartmell, Anthony Minnick and Jeff Guarcino welcomed guests to the NJTIA opening reception.

NJTIA President Sharon Frantz and Anthony Canatossa from Steel Pier are pictured at the opening
reception at Margarittaville.

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Kidney Sundays

Reach African American Community During National Kidney Month

National Kidney Disease Education Program Hosts Third
Annual Nationwide Event
6.2 million African American adults in the United States have signs of kidney
disease equal to the population of Tennessee.
African Americans experience the highest rates of kidney failure rates
approximately 3.4 times greater than whites. Two major causes of kidney failure
are diabetes and high blood pressure. In fact, 80 percent of new cases of kidney
failure among African Americans are due to one of these conditions.
In recognition of National Kidney Month, the National Kidney Disease
Education Program (NKDEP), along with the American Diabetes Associations
Live Empowered initiative and Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc., a national nursing
sorority, will host the third annual Kidney Sundaysevent on March 2. Together
with more than 85 African-American congregations nationwide, NKDEP
andKidney Sundaysaim to:
Help African Americans to gain a better understanding of why kidney disease
is a major health concern,
Encourage people at risk to get their kidneys tested, and
Support conversations about kidney disease among families and faith
communities.

Kidney Sundaysgoes beyond March 2, said Dr. Griffin P. Rodgers, Director

of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).
Throughout National Kidney Month, we hope to educate people on the
importance of kidney testing and the link between kidney disease and diabetes
and high blood pressure. Our goal is to create healthy, lifelong habits and behavior
change, particularly among African Americans.
Kidney Sundaysprovides African American congregations with tools and
materials, such as an event checklist and health ministry talking points, to help
elevate kidney disease as a health issue requiring attention. Congregations will
conduct kidney health education sessions and provide blood pressure screenings.
We are thrilled to partner with NKDEP on this important initiative, said
Priscilla Murphy, 1st Vice-President of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. Kidney
Sundaysis an opportunity for our nurses to directly affect the health of their
communities. Through blood pressure screenings and kidney health presentations,
we open the door to a discussion on kidney disease and raise awareness about risk
factors.
NKDEP is a program of the National Institutes of Health. For more
information, visitwww.nkdep.nih.gov. To download a copy of the image below,
visithttp://nkdep.nih.gov/pdf/national-kidney-disease-508.pdf.

CASA For Children Hosts Go Blue For CASA Event

CASA for Children of Atlantic and Cape May Counties will recognize Child Abuse
Prevention Month by hosting a Go Blue for CASA event on Thursday, April 10 from
6 to 9 p.m. at the Atlantic City Country Club in Northfield, N.J. This casual, cocktail
event will feature local musicians Ben Clayton, Yuni Sabatino, Geri Rizzo, and, John
Oelkers, light fare and signature cocktails, as well as a silent auction filled with trips,
golf and dining experiences. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed down, in jeans
or their bluest casual wear. Tickets are only $35 per person and are available now online
at http://www.atlanticcapecasa.org/GoBlue.aspx or by phone at (609) 601-7800.
Go Blue for CASA was created to help raise awareness of children living in foster
care and the importance of CASA volunteers in helping these children find safe,
permanent homes as quickly as possible. Cape Bank Charitable Foundation is the
presenting sponsor. Additional sponsors include The Press of Atlantic City, Shore
Medical Center, Borgata Heart & Soul Foundation, WAVY 95.1FM, Ocean City Home
Bank, Atlantic City Electric, Caesars Entertainment and Foster Karney Trust Fund.
It seemed more than appropriate to hold a community awareness event during
Child Abuse Prevention Month. said CASA Executive Director Angie Waters, We
hope people will come out and have a good time and also learn how and why CASA
volunteers help children living in foster care.

In addition to the event, CASA is asking business and schools to participate in Go

Blue for CASA Dress Down Day on April 4. Businesses or schools can participate by
donating up to $5 to dress down or wear blue in support of children living in foster
care. Those who want to participate in the dress down day should call (609) 601-7800
or email Julie Bellezza at julie@AtlanticCapeCASA.org.
All funds raised will help children in Atlantic and Cape May Counties. Find out
more about the vital work of CASA volunteers by following CASA on
Facebook.com/CASA4Children and Twitter @CASA4Children, or visiting
www.AtlanticCapeCASA.org.
About CASA of Atlantic and Cape May Counties
Trained CASA Volunteers speak in family court on behalf of abused and neglected
children in the foster care system and are dedicated to ensuring these children are placed
in safe permanent homes as quickly as possible. In Atlantic and Cape May Counties,
over 1,000 children are placed in foster care annually. Last fiscal year, CASA served
350 abused and neglected children with over 200 CASA Volunteers and helped place
106 children in permanent homes. For more information about CASA visit
www.AtlanticCapeCASA.org. CASA is a United Way Partner Agency.

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March Is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer (cancer
of the colon or rectum) is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the
United States. Every year, about 140,000 Americans are diagnosed with
colorectal cancer, and more than 50,000 people die from it.
How Can You Reduce Your Risk?
The risk of getting colorectal cancer increases with age. More than 90%
of cases occur in people who are 50 years old or older. Colorectal cancer
screening saves lives, but many people are not being screened according to
national guidelines.
If youre 50 years old or older, getting a screening test for colorectal cancer
could save your life. Heres how
Colorectal cancer screening helps find precancerous polyps so they can
be removed before they turn into cancer. In this way, colorectal cancer is
prevented.
Screening tests also can find colorectal cancer early, when treatment often
leads to a cure.
In addition to increasing the intensity and amount of your physical activity,
avoiding obesity and weight gain around the midsection, and not drinking too
much alcohol, you can also lower your colorectal cancer risk by not smoking.
The 2014 Surgeon Generals Report, The Health Consequences of Smoking
50 Years of Progress concluded that smoking causes colorectal cancer. If you
smoke, quit smoking completely. For help quitting, call 1 (800) QUIT-NOW,
text the word QUIT to 47848 from your mobile phone, or visit
smokefree.gov. If you dont smoke, dont start, and avoid secondhand smoke.
What Are the Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer?
Precancerous polyps and colorectal cancer dont always cause symptoms,
especially at first. You could have polyps or colorectal cancer and not know it.
That is why having a screening test is so important. Symptoms for colorectal
cancer may include
Blood in or on the stool (bowel movement).
Stomach pain, aches, or cramps that do not go away.
Losing weight and you dont know why.
These symptoms may be caused by something other than cancer. If you
have any of these symptoms, the only way to know what is causing them is to
see your doctor.
When Should You Begin to Get Screened?
You should begin screening for colorectal cancer soon after turning 50,
then keep getting screened regularly until the age of 75. Ask your doctor if you
should be screened if youre older than 75.
Some people are at a higher risk than others for developing colorectal
cancer. Having any of these things may increase your risk
Inflammatory bowel disease, Crohns disease, or ulcerative colitis.
A personal or family history of colorectal cancer or colorectal polyps.
A genetic syndrome such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) or
hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (Lynch syndrome).
If you think you may be at high risk for colorectal cancer, talk to your
doctor about when and how often to get tested.
What Are the Screening Tests for Colorectal Cancer?
Several tests are available to screen for colorectal cancer. Some are used
alone; others are used in combination with each other. Talk with your doctor
about which test or tests are best for you. The U.S. Preventive Services Task
Force recommends these tests to screen for colorectal cancer
Colonoscopy (every 10 years).
High-sensitivity fecal occult blood test (FOBT), stool test, or fecal
immunochemical test (FIT) (every year).

Sigmoidoscopy (every 5 years, with FOBT every three years).

How Can I Pay for Screening Tests?
Many insurance plans and Medicare help pay for colorectal cancer screening.
Check with your plan to find out which tests are covered for you. To find out
about Medicare coverage, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Where feasible, the 25 states and four tribes in CDCs Colorectal Cancer
Control Program provide colorectal cancer screening and follow-up care to
low-income men and women aged 5064 years who are underinsured or
uninsured for screening, when resources are available and there is no other
payment option.
Screen for Life: National Colorectal Cancer Action Campaign
CDCs Screen for Life: National Colorectal Cancer Action Campaign
informs men and women who are 50 years old or older about the importance
of having regular colorectal cancer screening tests.
In 2013, Academy Award winner Meryl Streep joined the Screen for Life
campaign, appearing in new public service announcements (PSAs). Ms. Streep
talks about how much there is in life that we cant control, but says heres
something we can: colorectal cancer. She describes her own screening
experience, and urges men and women to get screened beginning at age 50.
Screen for Life also offers resources for patients and health professionals.
Print materials, including fact sheets, brochures, and posters, can be viewed,
printed, and ordered online. Television and radio public service announcements
can be viewed and heard online.
For more information you can go to: www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal, or
http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/questions.htm.

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Crossroads Theatre Company

First Lady Mary Pat Christie Honors Legacy Month

Celebrating the contributions of African American theater to New Jerseys
cultural landscape, First Lady Mary Pat Christie honored the legacy of New
Brunswicks own Crossroads Theatre Company during a reception and
performance at Drumthwacket, the Governors official residence.
New Jersey is home to some of the worlds most talented individuals in every
discipline imaginable. So, I am so proud to have this opportunity to honor the
artistic and cultural legacy of one of New Jerseys most treasured performing arts
organizations The Crossroads Theatre Company, said Mrs. Christie. For 36
years, Crossroads has created outstanding theater productions and showcased the
creative gifts of so many theater professionals. The Governor and I are delighted
to celebrate these achievements during Legacy Month.
Mrs. Christie presented the theatre company with aproclamationrecognizing
Crossroads for its historical, cultural, educational and entertainment contributions
to the Garden State. As part of the program, two of the theatres young female
actors performed a song for the group.
Mrs. Christie has strong compassion for people and organizations that strive
to make this great state even greater, said Marshall Jones, Crossroads Theatre
Company, Producing Artistic Director. Theater is entertainment thats handcrafted
like a tailor made suit, not mass produced. It takes lots of hard work and
dedication, so we at the Crossroads Theatre Company are so pleased to be
recognized by Governor and Mrs. Christie for our accomplishments and artistic
contributions to the Garden State.
Co-founded by Ricardo Khan and L. Kenneth Richardson in New Brunswick
in 1978, the Crossroads Theatre Company is dedicated to creating and producing
professional theatre of the highest standards of artistic excellence. It presents
honest and positive portrayals of people of color from around the world and
educates audiences by creating an understanding between people of all cultural
backgrounds.
Over its 36-year history, Crossroads has provided an artistic home to artists
including George C. Wolfe, Ntozake Shange, Mbongeni Ngema, Vernel Bagneris,
Ruby Dee and the late Ossie Davis, Guy Davis. In April 2014, Walter Mosely will
join this notable list of artists with the development and production of new works
for theater.

First Lady Mary Pat Christie with Marshall Jones

Crossroads has produced the world premieres of George C. Wolfes The

Colored Museum and Spunk; Shanges The Love Space Demands; Ngemas
Sheilas Day and Bagneris And Further Mo. Crossroads production of Aint
Nothin but the Blues moved to Broadway. Productions, including Black Eagles
and Flyin West, have gone to such venues as Fords Theatre and the Kennedy
Center in Washington, D.C., and the Public Theater in New York.
In 1999, the theatre company earned a Tony Award for Outstanding Regional
Theatre in America. It is the only African American theater company to be honored
with that distinction.
For more information about Crossroads Theatre Company, visit:
http://www.crossroadstheatrecompany.org/

KISS and Def Leppard To Appear August 2

Tickets On Sale This Friday, March 21 at 10AM
This summer two of the worlds greatest rock bands, KISS and DEF
LEPPARD, are set to deliver a massive tour dedicated to fans who wanna rock
and roll all night with a stop in Atlantic City at Boardwalk Hall on Saturday,
August 2. These two legendary rock bands spanning two continents announced
today that they will launch the tour as KISS celebrates their 40th year in music.
The summers biggest hit-fueled rock tour, proudly presented by Caesars Atlantic
City in association with Live Nation, will storm through 40-plus cities. The tour
kicks off on Monday, June 23 in West Valley City, UT at the USANA
Amphitheater.
Tickets go on sale Friday, March 21 at 10AM and will be available at
Boardwalk Hall Box Office, Ticketmaster.com, Live Nation Mobile App,
Ticketmaster outlets, or by-phone at 800-736-1420.
KISS and Def Leppard jointly decided to support our heroes and honor their
dedicated fans in the armed services by partnering with numerous military
organizations for the tour. Partnerships will include the USO,Hiring Our Heroes,
Project Resiliency/The Raven Drum Foundation, August Warrior Project and the
Wounded Warrior Project. All military personnel will be given exclusive access
to discounted tickets for the tour with their own pre-sale through

Military.com/Monster.com while also participating in the tour launch

announcement featuring a live streamed Q&A with band members from KISS and
Def Leppard in Los Angeles, California at the House Of Blues on Monday, March
17. Military charities will receive a portion of ticket sales with the money raised
being split amongst all the non-profit organizations participating with the summer
tour.
Military personnel will have access to a pre-sale hosted by Military.com on
Tuesday, March 18 starting at 10:00 a.m. local time. KISS and Def Leppard fan
clubs will also have access to a pre-sale on Tuesday, March 18 starting at 10:00
a.m. local time. Visit www.kissonline.com and www.defleppard.com for more
information. Citi card members will have access to pre-sale tickets through its
Citi Private Pass program beginning Wednesday, March 19 at 10:00 a.m. local
time. Visit www.citiprivatepass.com for details.
With combined album sales of over 200 million, KISS and Def Leppard are
more than just iconic; they remain TODAYS dominant powerhouses of rock
tallying 30+ chart-topping hits, countless sold out MEGA tours and awards and
accolades from around the globe. Known for their elaborate and spectacular stage
shows, each band plans to give fans the ultimate summer concert experience with
the most impressive lighting and sound production ever along with KISS
signature over-the-top pyrotechnics.
KISS consists of vocalist/bassist Gene Simmons, vocalist/guitarist Paul
Stanley, lead guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer Eric Singer. Def Leppard
consists of vocalist Joe Elliott, guitarist Vivian Campbell, guitarist Phil Collen,
bassist Rick Sav Savage and drummer Rick Allen.
About KISS
KISS remains one of the most influential bands in the history of rock and
roll. As one of Americas top gold-record champions, KISS has released 44
albums and sold more than 100 million albums worldwide. Decades of recordbreaking tours around theglobe have included high-profile appearances at Super
Bowl XXXIII, the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, the Rockin The Corps
concert dedicated to our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, and special guest
appearance on the 2009 American Idol finalethat boasted 30 million viewers and
a 2010 Dr. Pepper Super Bowl commercial and advertising campaign in support
of their Hottest Show On Earth tour. KISS is currently featured in a major
advertising and marketingcampaigns for John Varvatos and Google Play. This
April KISS launches theirinaugural Arena Football League Season with the LA
KISS Football team bringing professional football back to Los Angeles. This
summer AMC will begin airing a new reality series in prime time about The LA
KISS first season. The KISS legacy continues to grow, generation after generation.
The unparalleled devotion and loyalty of the KISS Armyto the Hottest Band in
the World is a striking testament to the bands unbreakable bond with its
fans. This year KISS will becelebrating two major milestones, their induction
into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as well as the bands 40thAnniversary.
For more information, visit KissOnline.com.

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Folds of Honor Foundation Receives $5000 Donation

Donation funds scholarships for the families of those killed or
disabled in service
Thanks to the generosity of Harrison Beverage Co., the Folds of Honor
Foundation is able to fund $5,000 educational scholarships for local New Jersey
military families.
The Folds of Honor Foundation, based in Owasso, Okla., is a 501(c)(3) charitable
organization with a mission to empower military families by providing educational
scholarships and other assistance for the children and spouses of military service men
and women killed or disabled while serving our great nation.
This donation is our way of saying thank you to our veterans and their families.
We hope by contributing to Folds of Honors scholarship program we can honor their
sacrifices made for our freedom, said Brett Matik, President, Harrison Beverage Co.
We hope to continue supporting the Folds of Honor Foundation, our veterans and
their families in the future.
Were incredibly grateful for the support of Harrison Beverage Co., said Major
Dan Rooney, founder of Folds of Honor. Providing these scholarships means giving
our military families the opportunities they deserve to grow and thrive. Our goal is
to honor our militarys sacrifices by educating their legacy, and this generous donation
by Harrison Beverage Co. has given us the means to change lives in New Jersey.
Since its inception in 2007, Owasso-based Folds of Honor has awarded more

than 5,000 educational scholarships to meet an ongoing need in our country. As of

January 2012, more than one million dependents have been affected by the wars in
Iraq and Afghanistan. Of these, 87 percent do not qualify for federal scholarship
assistance.
Students interested in learning more about the scholarship can visit
www.FoldsofHonor.org.
For more information or to make a donation, visit FoldsofHonor.org.
About the Folds of Honor Foundation
Folds of Honor Foundation was founded in May 2007 by Major Dan Rooney, a
former F-16 Fighter Pilot in the Oklahoma Air National Guard, PGA Professional,
and USGA member. A decorated military pilot in the Oklahoma Air National Guard,
Major Rooney has served three combat tours in Iraq. It was after his second tour,
while a passenger on a commercial flight, that Major Rooney witnessed an event that
would profoundly change his life. As the plane landed, the pilot announced, Ladies
and gentlemen, we have an American hero on board Corporal Brock Bucklin. And
his twin brother, Corporal Brad Bucklin, is accompanying him home from Iraq. As
a sign of respect, please remain seated while Corporal Bucklins family receives him
in his final homecoming. Major Rooney watched through the window of the plane
as the flag-draped casket was lowered. He saw a family waiting for Brock, and a little
four-year old boy waiting for his father. This tragic homecoming inspired Major
Rooney to create the Folds of Honor Foundation.

Moreys Piers

Savings on Season Passes, Water Park Admissions, and More

Moreys Piers & Beachfront Water Parks, the classic seaside attraction located
on the boardwalk of the Wildwoods, NJ, kicks-off its 2014 season with the grand
opening of Mariners Landing Pier on April 12 and 13. Featuring a new ride and
restaurant, Mariners Landing Pier welcomes guests from 12pm to 6pm that
Saturday and from 11am to 6pm on Sunday.
Capturing the flavors of Mexico with a Southern California twist, The Taco
Joint is a new cantina style venue serving up a variety of tacos, quesadillas, fresh
salsas, nachos, and margaritas. Tucked behind Jumbos, The Taco Joint menu
features specialty dishes from Moreys Piers Executive Chef Wally Jurusz
including: the Mahi Mahi a la Plancha Taco with shaved cabbage and red onions,
pico de gallo, and fresh crema; the Korean Short Rib Taco featuring Korean BBQ
beef with cabbage-cucumber slaw; the Carne Asada Taco with San Diego style
marinated beef in a corn tortilla with shaved lettuce, pepper jack cheese, pico de
gallo and salsa roja; fried cheesecake topped with choice of dulce de leche or
bananas; and much more.
Easter weekend, April 19 and 20, Mariners Landing Pier will debut a new
Wave Swinger replacing the beloved original attraction. Standing 11 feet higher,
the ride boasts a fresh design with panels displaying 72 portraits representing
Wildwood history. All provided by the Wildwood Historical Society, black and
white photos of the Starlight Ballroom and Ocean Pier, along with colored shots
of The Flyer and Planet of the Apes attractions are some of the iconic images
depicted on the top panels. A spinning art gallery of Wildwood antiquity, the new
Wave Swinger will have riders soaring 50 feet above the beach when in motion.
Available online starting March 20 through April 25, the annual Spring Sale
offers savings up to 35% for a season of ride and admission passes to Moreys
Piers. Offering the best value, 2014 Season Passes are available for $315 and
include one ride wristband per day for use on all three piers, and one three-hour
session per day at one of Moreys Piers two water parks - Ocean Oasis Waterpark
and Beach Club and Raging Waters Waterpark. The pass represents a savings of
$135 versus the retail value of $450. Also available for children under 42 and
adults over 25 years of age, the Easy Rider pass, priced at $235 (savings of $90),
offers the same privileges as the season pass.
Providing more ride access in 2014, the MOR-EZ Card, available for the
special price of $35, features 60 ride tickets plus valuable coupons. In addition,
the card can now be used for Xtreme Rides including Sky Coaster, Sky Scraper,
High Flyer, and Spring Shot.

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Water Park Admission Passes are available in packs of 10 individual passes

for $240 (a savings of $190), or packs of four passes for $130. Certificates for
Breakfast in the Sky, Moreys Piers famed breakfast served in style on the giant
Ferris Wheel are available at two for $85 with the third guest free. Moreys Piers
Gift Cards are also available and can be applied towards any purchase at Moreys
Piers ticket booths, guest services, water park ticket office and/or retail stores.
Phone orders and walk up purchases begin on April 7. To purchase, call 1866-MOREYS1 from 7:00am to midnight, seven days a week. Walk up purchase
can be made at Mariners Landing Pier Guest Services located on the Boardwalk
at Schellenger Avenue, Monday through Friday, 10:00am to 3:00pm. All
fulfillments begin April 7.
For more information on Moreys Piers, visit www.moreyspiers.com.
About Moreys Piers
Moreys 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, Moreys
Piers has over 100 rides and attractions spanning over eighteen acres along six
beach blocks and includes three amusement piers and two beachfront waterparks.
Convenient to the major population centers of the Northeast, yet a world apart,
Moreys Piers along with Morey Hotels & 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,
Mariners 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.

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Pro Beach Volleyball

Invitational Returns as the Only Stop on the AVP Tour

Volleyball Olympians Join Champion Sand Sculptors, Masters
of Pyrotechnics, Wine Experts, Stunt Pilots and Iron
Men/Women Who Will DO AC During Summer and Fall
Events in 2014
Olympians and other pro beach volleyball superstars will wow spectators
when the AVP Tour, the most prestigious pro beach volleyball series, returns to
Atlantic City for its only stop on the east coast September 5-7, 2014.
In 2013, players including New Jersey native Ryan Doherty, Olympians Kerri
Walsh Jennings, April Ross, Jen Kessy, Sean Rosenthal, Jake Gibb, Phil
Dalhausser, Todd Rogers and three-time Manhattan Beach Open champion
Whitney Pavlik battled along the Boardwalk. Thousands of spectators filled the
grandstands to capacity with standing room only on the sand and boardwalk
throughout the weekend making the DO AC Pro Beach Volleyball Invitational one
of the Atlantic City Alliances most successful events in 2013.
For 2014 general admission will be FREE with VIP ticket packages available.
Many of destination-defining, tourism-driving events the Alliance produced
in 2013 will return in 2014 along with several citywide events that garner national
attention.
Fire on the Water Festival (May 17 18)
This new two-day festival to kick off summer showcases an action packed
Firefighter Combat Challenge with an amateur boxing tournament pitting police
against firefighters (Guns vs. Hoses). In the Firefighter Combat Challenge pairs
of competitors dressed in full gear race head-to-head as they simulate the physical
demands of real-life firefighting by performing a linked series of five tasks
including climbing the 5-story tower, hoisting, chopping, dragging hoses and
rescuing a life-sized, 175 lb. victim as they race against themselves, their
opponent and the clock. Produced by Market City Solutions LLC and the Atlantic
City Alliance, the Fire on the Water Festival will be held at Gardiners Basin 9am
6pm each day. FREE and open to the public.
DO AC Sand Sculpting World Cup(June 19 July 6)
The worlds top 20 sand sculptors from across the globe will create their eyepopping masterpieces in the DO AC Sand Sculpting World Cup. Before spectators
disbelieving eyes sculptors carve complex and detailed works, some as tall as 14
feet, with just sand and water as they compete in head-to-head singles and doubles
competitions for global bragging rights and the most lucrative prizes in the world.
The event, produced by the Atlantic City Alliance takes place on the Atlantic City
Beach at Missouri Avenue (between the Pier Shops at Caesars and Trump Plaza
Beach Bar) and is open 9am 9pm daily. This year the event runs through the
July 4th weekend. FREE and open to the public.
Challenge Atlantic City Triathlon (June 29)
On June 29, 2014 the global long-distance triathlon series Challenge Family
will make their long awaited debut in the United States with Challenge Atlantic
City. Athletes from across the nation and around the world will be tested to their
limits over the 140.6 mile (226km) race course that begins and ends in AC. More
than 1,100 triathletes have registered to participate. Challenge joins the Atlantic
City Triathlon and Atlantic City Marathon as signature AC running events. This
event is produced in partnership with the CRDA and ACA. Advance registration
required with fees. Spectators are welcome to cheer athletes along the course
FREE.
4th Of July Fireworks (Friday, July 4)
Fourth of July weekend kicks off with one of the top five fireworks displays
in the country. This show is so big that it takes two ocean barges and one marina
platform to fill the islands entire sky. More than 250,000 people take up their

favorite viewing positions along the World Famous Boardwalk, at one of the many
beach bar parties or viewing events, on the Steel Pier, or at the luxury casino
resorts. Now in its third year producing the July 4th fireworks, the Atlantic City
Alliance has exciting new surprises in store for 2014. FREE
Atlantic City Airshow (August 13)
Produced annually by the Greater Atlantic City Chamber of Commerce, the
AC Airshow is a spectacle for the entire family. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds
will once again headline the event which has been a summer tradition for more
than a decade. Each year hundreds of thousands of spectators gather on the beach
and Boardwalk for the daylong event to watch the amazing stunts and breathtaking
aeronautic maneuvers by a host of exciting commercial acts. This event is
supported by the City of Atlantic City, CRDA and ACA. FREE
Miss America 2015 Competition & Show Us Your Shoes Parade (September
9 14)
The Miss America Competitions return home in September and will be filled
with wonderful city- wide events following the Labor Day weekend which will
include three nights of Preliminary Competitions that will take place September
9, 10 and 11 at Atlantic Citys Boardwalk Hall. In addition, the much anticipated
Miss America Show Us Your Shoes Parade will be held on the famed Atlantic
City Boardwalk on Saturday, September 13. The week culminates in the beloved
competition on Sunday, September 14 live on ABC at 9pm EST. The Competition
and ancillary events are produced by the Miss America Organization with support
from the CRDA and ACA. Details and ticket prices to be announced.
DO AC Boardwalk Wine Promenade with Official Culinary Media Partner
FOOD & WINE (September 27 28)
The Atlantic City Alliances outdoor wine stroll along the historic Atlantic
City Boardwalk returns with new wines to the market and rare and expensive
wines and champagnes. The Wine Promenade brings together all 11 Atlantic City
casino resorts to celebrate viniculture and the history, pageantry and energy of
AC. The event returns in September this year with FOOD & WINE joining as the
new official culinary media partner.
One hundred wines will be presented at multiple destinations along a onemile stretch of the famed Atlantic City Boardwalk (between Steel Pier and
Tropicana Casino & Resort) from 12pm 5pm each day. Insider access to rare
and expensive wines and champagnes handpicked by expert and media personality
Leslie Sbrocco plus gourmet bites, live music and breathtaking ocean views
combine to create an only-in-Atlantic City spectacular. Tickets go on sale in June.
For more information about these and many more events visit
www.doatlanticcity.com.
About Atlantic City
From sandals to stilettos and foie gras to funnel cakes, Atlantic City offers
something for everyone. Enjoy world-class entertainment, dining, shopping,
gaming, relaxing on the beach and strolling the historic Boardwalk in the city
created to escape the city. For more information visit www.doatlanticcity.com or:
Facebook www.facebook.com/DOAtlanticCity
Twitter www.twitter.com/VisitAC
YouTube www.YouTube.com/DOAC
Foursquare www.foursquare.com/VisitAC
Instagram www.instagram.com/DOAC
Pinterest www.pinterest.com/DOAtlanticCity
Twitter for Media Only www.twitter.com/VisitACpress
The Atlantic City Alliance was established in 2011 as a private, not-for-profit
corporation whose primary mission is to develop and implement a full-scale,
broad-based, multi-year marketing program for Atlantic City.

Chippendales to Heat Up the Stage at Tropicana April 17-19

Chippendales - the #1 male revue in the world heads from Las Vegas to
Atlantic City to heat up the stage at the Tropicana for an extraordinary girls night
out entertainment experience. Bachelorettes, birthday girls and any girl looking
for a great night out can catch the heart-pumping action Thursday, April 17 through
Saturday, April 19, 2014.
Named the most-wanted men in Vegas! by ETs, The Insider, the
Chippendales capture the perfect balance of sex appeal and tasteful teasing,
eliciting waves of screams from their excited audience. This high energy, fully
choreographed, interactive show features some of the most physically elite men
in the world who playfully dance and sing their way into the hearts of birthday
girls, bachelorettes and girlfriends who just want to have fun. Annual winner of
the Las Vegas Review Journals prestigious Best of Las Vegas Award, the
acclaimed production has also received Five Stars from Las Vegas Weekly and
was named one of the Top 10 Girl Getaways by MSNBC.
The Tropicana is a great fit for Chippendales, says Chippendales Managing
Partner Kevin Denberg. With 24 restaurants and dining options, 18 nightlife
venues, and now Chippendaleswomen will never have to leave the property!
While the trademark bowtie and white cuffs remain, every show offers
something new and different, to keep performances fresh and exciting. Audiences
can expect 75 minutes full of heart pumping dance moves with plenty of crowd
interaction. Photo opportunities with the dancers are available immediately
following the show.
Performances begin at 9 p.m. (doors open at 8 p.m.) in the Grand Exhibition

Center. Tickets are $34.95 for general admission and $49.95 for VIP seating. All
tickets include table seating. Purchase tickets through Ticketmaster at
www.ticketmaster.com, via phone at 1.800.736.1420, or at the Tropicana Box
Office. For more information, visit Chippendales.com.
Looking for the ultimate girls night out? After the show, keep the party going
at Boogie Nights: The Ultimate 70s and 80s Dance Club with $5 off admission
with your Chippendales ticket stub. Or experience Atlantic Citys hottest nightlife
at any of Tropicanas 18 party spots. For bachelorette information, visit
http://bit.ly/1mrMwus.
About Chippendales
Named one of the top 10 shows and the best Male Revue by the Las Vegas
Review Journal and dubbed the most-wanted men in Vegas! by ETs The Insider,
Chippendales captures just the right balance of sex appeal and tasteful teasing,
creating the perfect environment for the Ultimate Girls Night Out. This highenergy, fully choreographed, 75-minute production features some of the most
physically elite men in the world who playfully dance and sing their way into the
hearts of birthday girls, bachelorettes and girlfriends who just want to have fun.
Annual winner of the Las Vegas Review Journals prestigious Best of Las Vegas
Award, the acclaimed production has also received Five Stars from Las Vegas
Weekly and was named one of the Top 10 Girl Getaways by MSNBC.

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National Constitution Center

Explore Slavery at Thomas Jeersons Monticello

The National Constitution Center announced that it will host Slavery at
Jeffersons Monticello, a powerful and revealing exhibition that follows the
stories of six slave families who lived and worked at Thomas Jeffersons plantation
and their descendants who fought for justice and helped bring to light their
ancestors lives and values. The museum will display the exhibition from April 9
October 19, 2014.
Slavery at Jeffersons Monticello is organized by the Thomas Jefferson
Foundation at Monticello in partnership with the Smithsonians National Museum
of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). The announcement was
planned in conjunction with the Constitution Centers African American History
Month programming.
As a result of Jeffersons assiduous record-keeping, augmented by fifty years
of modern scholarly research, Monticello is the best documented, best preserved,
and best studied plantation in North America, said Leslie Greene Bowman,
president of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, through a provided statement.
Through our partnership, Monticello and NMAAHC have created a unique
opportunity to discuss slavery as the unresolved issue of the American Revolution
and to offer Jefferson and Monticello as a window into the unfulfilled promise of
life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We are pleased that the exhibition is
now opening at the National Constitution Center, which will provide new
opportunities for dialogue about this complex chapter in American history.
Understanding the details of the lives of enslaved people adds to our
understanding of history, and our understanding of race relations today. We cannot
have a clear view of Jefferson, or the founding of our nation, if we leave slavery
out of the story, said Lonnie Bunch, director of the NMAAHC, also via a
provided statement.
The 3,500-square-foot exhibition features over 280 objects, including:
Thomas Jeffersons own possessions including his inkwell in the shape of
Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire; his silver eyeglasses, made in Philadelphia
in 1806; and his whalebone, ivory, and gold walking stick.
A replica of the portable desk Jefferson used to draft the Declaration of
Independence.
Numerous excavated artifacts that offer a window into life on Mulberry Row,
where Monticello slaves lived and worked such as rare coins, ceramics and
tableware, shoe and clothing buckles, combs, and toothbrush handles.
The exhibition concludes with a section devoted to the Getting Word oral
history project, which began at Monticello in 1993. Over 180 interviews were
conducted with descendants of the families who lived and worked at the
plantation. Visitors can watch a powerful three-minute video of highlights from
those interviews.
This exhibition does an impressive job in the telling of an important and
conflicted chapter in the story of We the People, said National Constitution
Center Chief Operating Officer Vince Stango. Thomas Jefferson was a revered
leader and drafter of the Declaration of Independence, yet he was a slaveholder.
Slavery at Jeffersons Monticello will provide a unique entry point for our
visitors who can then tour our main exhibition to follow where the story leaves
off, learning more specifically about the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments, which
were later added to the Constitution in an effort to establish equality.
A special iPod tour will be offered to visitors as a complement to the featured
exhibition. Narrated by Ms. Susan Stein, Monticellos Richard Gilder, the Senior
curator and vice president for Museum Programs, the tour will feature personal
anecdotes from Stein about the exhibitions research and development, along with
further background on the objects and stories featured in the exhibition, and the

importance of preserving the

past for future generations.
Visitors also will have
an opportunity to view a rare
printing of the Declaration of
Independence while visiting
the Constitution Center, on
display in the museums
main exhibition. The 1823
Stone Declaration is on loan
from the collection of David
M. Rubenstein, co-founder
and co-chief executive
officer of the private equity
firm The Carlyle Group.
Several personal documents
of Jeffersons, on loan from
the National Archives and
Records Administration, the
Pennsylvania
Historical
Society, and the Rosenbach
Museum & Library, also will
be displayed. Programs
focusing
on
family Issac Granger (1775 - ca. 1850), was a valued, enslaved
artisan of U.S. President Thomas Jefferson; he crafted and
genealogy and ancestry are repaired products as a tinsmith, blacksmith, and nailer at
planned.
Monticello.
Slavery at Jeffersons
Monticello is included in the cost of general admission, which includes the
museums main exhibition, The Story of We the People, the award-winning
theatrical production Freedom Rising, and Signers Hall. General museum
admission prices are $14.50 for adults, $13 for seniors ages 65 and over, and $8
for children ages 4-12. Active military personnel and children ages 3 and under
are free. Group rates also are available. For ticket information, call 215.409.6700
or visit, www.constitutioncenter.org.
During the opening weekend of the exhibition, all visitors will receive $3 off
admission in honor of Americas third presidents birthday (Sunday, April 13).

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