Cool People for the Week of 12/7-12/13…

Pete is seen with Santa AND Mrs. Claus!!!

ASHLEE STANULIS & ADAM EMMONS, Voted HOTTEST COUPLE in a recent popartpete.com reader’s poll, seen at Hemingway’s.

MISS CHELSEA has turned 21.

This is the first drink she ever had, courtesy of Pete and Harry Smith.

Dean & Sheila Helstowski., seen at Hemingway’s.

Eric Hershey, Chris Wachtler, and Adam Emmons, seen at Hemingway’s.

CONTRACT RENEWED 2009 will also be “The Year of Joe Loundy.”

Linda Steiner & Diane Jones, interviewed by Channel 12’s Karla Roth about the military cookie swap.

Kathy & Alyssa DeVito, who worked very hard helping with the Community Center decorations.

Kenny “Where’s My Phone?” Roberts.

The Seaside Heights Mayor & Council.

Rick “Ricky Bagels” Sullivan of Bakin’ Bagels and friend Joe, seen at Hemingway’s.

Seaside Heights Christmas Tree Lighting 2008…

THE SEASIDE HEIGHTS BOROUGH HALL LAWN CHRISTMAS TREE was lit on December 1st.

WARMEST WISHES are extended from the Seaside Heights Governing Body.

SANTA AND MRS. CLAUS flew in from the North Pole just to light our tree with Station 44.

LOCAL DIGNITARIES surround the latest piece of lawn art, announcing the Polar Bear Plunge, Saturday February 28th.

HOT CHOCOLATE AND COOKIES WERE SERVED BY THE STATION 44 AUXILIARY.

Three out of four Seaside Heights Councilwomen served at the Tree Lighting after party.

JOHN AND DIANE MARTINEZ spearheaded the hot chocolate & cookie efforts, as is tradition.

ALTHOUGH OUT OF TOWN, Councilwoman Agnes Polhemus donated these gourmet cookies to the ’08 Tree Lighting.

THE NEXT DAY, Borough Electricians Bob Baran and Michael Rumbolo worked on adding the giant wreath to appear in tandem with the tree.

THANKS TO STATION 44 MEMBERS, including Rich Tompkins, Eric Hershey, and Theo Tassioulas for helping at the Tree Lighting.

Toys For Tots Spaghetti Dinner 2008….

Seaside Heights Police Officer Joe Engrassia seen with lovely wife Patricia, hosted another Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Toys For Tots.

THANKS AGAIN Tony Rocco from Antonio’s for donating the meal.

AN OVER THE TOP Christmas tree and window display was added to the Community Center ahead of the event.

George McKelvey and Rob Cull from the Seaside Heights DPW were at the dinner.

Kimberle Rolle-Samarelli represented the NJAA and the Station 44 Auxiliary at the Spaghetti Dinner.

The Drake and Poane crowd, seen at the Spaghetti Dinner.

The Hershey and Stabley crowd at the Spaghetti Dinner.

SENIORS ATE FREE at the Spaghetti Dinner, courtesy of Seaside Realty.

Michael Loundy of Seaside Realty bought 20 tickets and donated them to the Seaside Seniors Club.

Seaside Heights Property Owner’s Association Christmas Party…

Seaside Heights Councilpersons Joyce Camera, Rich Tompkins and Joann Duszczak attended the Property Owner’s Association Christmas Party.

The LaGrossa’s of Hiering Avenue at the Property Owner’s Association Christmas Party.

The Soares at the Property Owner’s Association Christmas Party.

Ray and Penny Nebus at the Property Owner’s Association Christmas Party.

The Vallerini family at the Property Owner’s Association Christmas Party.

Arthur and Sandra from the Seaside Heights Property Owner’s Association, leading the Christmas party fun.

Upcoming Events…

Upcoming Seaside Heights Events:

December 31st: First Night 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fireworks 5:30 p.m

February 28, 2009: Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Bear Plunge http://www.njpolarplunge.org

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT www.seasideheightstourism.com for even more information on special events in Seaside Heights.

HOT TOPICS IN SEASIDE HEIGHTS…

Attention: As of November 1, 2008, the construction department has updated prices for building and electrical permits. For more information, contact Maureen Berman 732-793-9100 ext. 133.

The Seaside Heights Volunteer Fire Department is selling a coupon book called, Jersey Shore Enjoy, which offers discounts at businesses in Ocean and Monmouth County. Cost of the book is $20.00, and proceeds in part will benefit the SHFD, Station 44. Discount coupons featured included those for McDonald’s, Six Flags, Enterprise Car Rental, and more. For more information and to purchase the book, call 866-359-2489.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM THE BOROUGH OF SEASIDE HEIGHTS CFO AND TAX COLLECTOR:

As of 11-12-2008, The Borough of Seaside Heights cannot by law take credit card payments for any water/sewer bills or for any taxes or on amounts due prior to October14th for Electric.

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