The BRICK Times Vol. 23 - No. 45
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By Alyssa Riccardi BRICK – Two residents of Brick Township will have their respective films showcased at this year’s Garden State Film Festival, March 21 to 24. New Jersey’s Premier Independent Film Festival returns for its 22nd anniversary with screenings in different locations throughout Asbury Park. The Garden State Film Festival celebrates the independent film genre, curating a selection of original works from lo-
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cally produced filmmakers and moviemakers from around the world. “The upcoming 2024 Festival returns to experience 200 films from over 14 countries over four days in eight venues hosting parties, professional panels, events, special honors and more,” Lauren Concar Sheehy, the festival’s Executive Director, said. Secret of the Strings Part II, directed by Brick resident John Caccamo, will screen on March 23 at 11:45 a.m. at the
Asbury Hotel. In Secret of the Strings Part II, “a young man who is eager to learn the way of the guitar takes a strange lesson that changes his life forever.” Caccamo is a graduate of the Montclair film program and has worked professionally in the film industry for about five years. “I am always looking to create films that subvert audience expectations. My goal with this film was to create an entertaining short with only
a few hundred dollars and I believe we have succeeded,” Caccamo said. “I am always looking to expand my skill sets in directing. I was also fortunate enough to direct a web series pilot created by Raven Smith that will be premiering at the Garden State Film Festival.” “The best part about working in this industry is meeting new people who push each other creative limits,” Caccamo added.
Brick culinary students and their teachers were proud of their baking.
Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn Instructor Joseph Rogine shows students how to use a Mahl stick to keep your hand off your drawing to avoid smudging it. By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - Attention, artists, want-to-be-artists or anyone who appreciates art: there is a group in town who wants to build on their 44-year-long history of promoting public interest in the creative arts. The Laurelton Art Society offers programs
and activities that expose their membership - and the general public - to new ideas, outreach programs, exhibits and open meetings that feature art demonstrations. Acting vice-president Patricia Monto Autore said there are award-winning artists (Art Society See Page 4)
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Ireland Students Taste Success During Inspired Teacher’s New Book
Chef’s Night Out
Photo by Stephanie Faughnan
Laurelton Art Society Offers Fresh Canvas To Community
Photo courtesy John Caccamo
(Left) Behind the scenes of Let’s Talk. (Right) A Still from the film Secret of the Strings Part II. jerseyshoreonline.com
March 16, 2024
By Stephanie Faughnan LACEY – Another year, another sold-out crowd for Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s (OCVTS) 27th Annual Chef’s Night Out. Held at the Lacey Elks Lodge, the event served up far more than
a feast for the senses. “Chef’s Night is held yearly as a fundraiser to raise money for scholarships, tools, and equipment for our students,” explained K a r e n L . Hom ie k , OCVTS’s Superintendent of Schools. “Ever y thing goes right
back to the students.” The concept appears to be a recipe for success, with the night’s proceeds exceeding an impressive $75,000. Beyond the promise of delectable treats and mouthwatering dishes, (Chefs Night See Page 5)
By Bob Vosseller POINT PLEASANT – There may be some similarities between township high school journalism teacher Jill Ocone and the lead character of her new book “Enduring the Waves” but there are more differences. O c o n e , of Po i n t
Pleasant, shared her t hou g ht s w it h T h e Brick Times about the writing process and how the discipline of being a veteran teacher helped her unravel the plot of her book. She was also inspired by her trips to Ireland which serves as the (Book - See Page 5)
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