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Park Avenue Club
JANUARY 2015
Keeping Members Engaged and Informed
Executive Director
Michael Frodella
Dear Members,
Park Avenue Club is in high gear for the holidays as I assume you are in
the same mode; attending events, trying to fulfill personal obligations like
spending holiday time with family, friends and colleagues. Our personal
mailboxes and emails are populated with holiday messages inscribed
with words such as joy, hope, peace and happiness; words that are
sometimes forgotten in January when our hectic pace quells after surviving
another holiday season. These significant words resonate here at Park
Avenue Club as it denotes a notion of making the world a better place
corresponding to the mission of all Park Avenue Foundation charities. Our
New Year’s resolution is to strive in making PAC a better place for both
our members and our community. On behalf of all of us at Park Avenue
Club, have a Blessed New Year!
Sincerely,
In This Issue:
From the Director’s Desk
Did you Know
Member Highlights
Social Clubs Spotlight
Monthly Events
Monthly Recipes
Calendar of Events
Team PAC
DID YOU KNOW... Laura Norwalk Bendelius, W by Worth and JBWS
ANGEL TREE
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR ANGELS!!!
This year, members were asked to take an Angel off of our Angel Tree and grant the wish of the child listed by donating
their requested gift. This year you were the BEST ANGELS EVER as you collectively made so many wishes come true and
changed the lives...if even for a moment... of so many needy and deserving children. For many of these children, it may
have been the only gift they received. Please take this moment to accept our most gracious thanks and deepest gratitude
for your participation and gifts...you are truly amazing and wonderful.
Community Foodbank of NJ FOOD DRIVE
We would like to thank all of you who were generous enough to support our food drive
for the Community FoodBank of NJ, which is one of the Park Avenue Foundation
charities. We were able to provide the FoodBank with a wonderful truck full of food
thanks to all of your help. We would like to especially thank both Susan Ascher, who
collected food at her book signing here at the club, as well as Denise Taddeo who
collected for the month in the town of Florham Park. We appreciate all of your
selflessness and dedication to making this year’s food drive a great one! Above: Member Susan Ascher
A special thank you to
members Susan Ascher (photo left)
and Denise Taddeo of
The Glitter Cookie
The generosity of our membership,
especially in the months of November &
December, are definitely noteworthy.
Thank you to club member Laura Norwalk Bendelius for the
unbelievable donation she organized between W by Worth
and Jersey Battered Women’s Service. Knowing that the
women of JBWS often leave their homes with little to nothing,
Laura was able to apply for a large new clothing donation by
W by Worth which will directly benefit those in need.
Thank you Laura!
Welcome to the Club!
Unjeria Jackson & Larry Thompson
Krystal Triumph
Robert Finkle & Susan Wozny
Nick Logothetis
Marc & Jennifer Parette
William & Kelly Chevrier
Susan & Jean Claude Boisnier
Fran & Richard Frigerio
Barry & Judy Kroll
Anthony Tomaro & Susan Barbaglia
David & Marilyn
James and Tosha Casella
Paul Sobel & Marisa Ciufalo
Paul & Nicole Ramseur
James & Cecilia Arnold
Vincent & Jacqueline Forte
Cindy & Charles Basile
Theresa & Jaime David DeLeon
Michael & Wendy Kay
Marilyn & Douglas Henshaw
Christopher & Karen Zipp
Kathryn Crighton
Meg Crighton
Anthony & Danielle
Glenn & Kate Hunziger
Charles & Melissa Caikowski
Dana Casendino & Matt Wallace
Bo Chu & Andrew Roman
James & Mary Carroll
Jennifer & Eric Kayne
Richard Reyes & Clarissa Wong
Fran Roselli
Sandi & Greg Niccolai
Kyle & Kathy Faehner
Michael & Andrea Prell
Patrick & Stephanie Durbin
Christopher & Lily Santomassimo
Lisa & Ian Marlow
Jim Mccarthy & Eloise Brown
Steven & Randi Leder
Richard & Christina LaRaia
New
Members
Look Who Just Tied the Knot!
MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
Celebrating our Young Executive Members & NJ Biz
Top 40 Under 40 Award Recipient Jo Anna Fellon
Above: Member Brad Mehl Below: Member Andrew Peters
Below (left to right)
Members Lisa Marlow,
Brian Fellon, Ian Marlow
Below Center: Members Jo Anna Fellon, Below Right: Mr. & Mrs. Ballister
Look Who Just Tied the Knot! SOCIAL CLUBS SPOTLIGHT
Bourbon
Club
Women’s Social Club
WSC
Wine
Enthusiast
Club
Health &
Wellness Club
Mahjong
Club
Wednesday, January 7th
6:30 pm
$15/pp
Join Chairperson Denise Taddeo and fellow members in
part one of a two part series, focusing on learning how
to beat the winter blues and boost your energy. This
club helps you focus on your health and well being so, if
you are even beginning to feel the winter “ick”, come
on out and get warm with some great people and learn
how to feel great. For more information please reach
out to Denise Taddeo at 862-259-0641.
Tuesday, January 13th
6:30 pm
$25/pp
Kick off the New Year at PAC with your fabulous fellow
female members. This month we will be toasting to a
great year ahead as well as reviewing some of the
amazing upcoming events that we will be featuring at
the club. You are welcome to bring clients, friends and
family or come out on your own. Whether you are in-
terested in being a social mingler or professional
networker, you are welcome to enjoy this great night.
Wednesday, November 21st
6:30 pm
$10/pp
Join members of varying Mahjong talent, for a unique
and exciting night. If you own a Mahjong tile set,
please bring it along to ensure that everyone can play.
Wednesday, January 21st
6:30 pm
Price TBD
The Bourbon Club is getting together to taste and learn
first hand, Cognac. We will be tasting multiple cognacs
and experiencing the differences between VS, VSOP,
producers, etc…Forbes magazine broke down Cognac
into about 6 things you probably didn't know and here
are a few:
1) It’s often on allocation, mostly because of China: If
11% of China drank one bottle of Cognac/year, the
entire Cognac region couldn’t produce the liquid
needed to satisfy the demand.
2) The French don't particularly like it: Only about 3%
of Coganc is drunk in France, the rest is exported.
3) It is basically Brandy: Technically speaking, Cognac
is Brandy made in the Cognac region of France.
4) The “How To” in reading a Cognac bottle: The four
most common categories ranked by age, expense
and (usually) quality VS, VSOP, XO, Extra
Thursday, January 22nd
Wine Spectator’s Top 100 lists
6:30 pm $45/pp
New Year’s is always associated with countdowns and
top lists so this month we will be focusing on wines from
Wine Spectator’s Top 100 lists. Everyone should bring a
bottle that has been ranked on ANY of the WS Top 100
lists past or present. This is a rare opportunity to be
able to try wines that have all been distinguished with
this honor. Please RSVP no later than 1/15 to
Menu
Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Salad
Lobster Mac-n-Cheese with Cabot White Cheddar
Coq au Vin with Baby Marbled Potatoes
Beef Bourguignon with Mushrooms and Pearl Onions
Chocolate Mousse
Italian
Pasta Night
MONTHLY EVENTS
Friday, January 16th
Reservations from 5:30-9:00
$25/Adult $18/child 6-12
(Complimentary for 5 & under)
Break bread with family and friends
in the New Year and enjoy Chef’s
delicious Italian Pasta night.
MENU
Antipasti
Family Style Cold Antipasto with
Capicola, Soppressata, Olives,
Provolone, Celingini Mozzarella,
Pepperoncini, Roasted Peppers
and Crostini
Insalata
Tri-Color Italian Lettuce Salad
with Tomatoes, Red Onion
and Red Wine Vinaigrette
Entrata
Your Choice of Pasta and Sauce
(Pasta)
Cheese Tortellini, Penne,
Fusilli or Pappardelle
(Sauce)
Vodka Sauce, Marinara,
Carbonara or Alfredo
Or
Baked Stuffed Shells,
Lasagna Bolognese,
Shrimp Scampi with Risotto
Garlic Bread Included
(Extras: Sausage, Meatballs $4)
Dolce
Family Style Italian Desserts
We can’t wait to see you there for
this wonderfully delicious dinner,
Ciao!
Friday, January 23rd
5:30 pm—9:30pm
$15/per child
Kids Club is a great way for you to
come out and enjoy a great night out
with the adults, while the kids may
enjoy a great night out with fellow club
kids. The Kids Club is also a benefit to
your guests’ children too, so don't
worry about finding a babysitter! Let
the club entertain with arts and crafts,
a movie, as well as dinner. Ages 4
and up, please RSVP with reception at
973-301-8233.
Family Fun
Pizza &
CooKie
Making
Kids Club
French Wine
Dinner
Friday, January 23rd
6:30 pm
$85/pp
There is nothing more savory and
delicious than classic French cooking.
This dinner will feature traditional dishes
that you have loved over the years and
will be prepared to perfection. Each
course will be seamlessly paired with
French wines from Burgundy to Bordeaux
as well as the highly rated 2009 vintage
from Chateauneuf-du-Pape.
MENU
Amuse Bouche
Chicken Liver Pâté with Toast Points
Premier Cours
Lyonnaise Salad with Frisee,
Bacon and Soft Poached Egg
NV Taittinger Prestige Cuvee Blanc,
Champagne
Deuxieme Cours
Coquilles Saint Jacques with
Fines Herbs Salad
2011 Jean-Marc Broccard, Premier Cru
“Vau De Vay“, Chablis
Troisième Cours
Cassoulet of Long Island Duck Confit &
Berkshire Pork Belly with French Baguette
2009 Domaine Jean Deydier “Les Clefs
d’Or, Chateauneuf du Papes
Quatrième Cours
Steak Diane, Roasted Hen of the Woods
Mushrooms and Steamed Baby Potatoes
2008 Chateau Edmus, St Emillion,
Grand Cru, Bordeaux
Cinquième Cours
Classic Chocolate Mousse
with Fresh Raspberries
Saturday, January 24th
11:00 am
$22 per adult $16 per child
Get out of the house with the kids and
their friends and come to the club’s
pizza and cookie decorating party!
Kids will be able roll out their own
dough, add sauce and toppings for
their personal size pizza. As the pizza
bakes, the kids can prep dessert by
designing their own cookies with vari-
ous candies and toppings. 1 pizza
and 2 cookies will be provided per
child and a small brunch buffet will
also be available to enjoy.
of the Month
ENJOY
BLOOD ORANGE
Unlike other fruits and veggies, blood or-
anges are readily available in the winter.
They are also full of nutritional goodness,
like vitamin C, vitamin B1 and folic acid.
So make this your perfect New Year cock-
tail to help you “stay healthy” while enjoy-
ing a festive sip. (If you're not a drinker,
substitute the champagne for soda water in
this recipe). Ingredients
2 Teaspoons Black Currant Liqueur (Crème
de Cassis)
1/2 Cup Strained Fresh Blood Orange
Juice (from two blood oranges)
Chilled Brut Champagne OR
Dry Sparkling wine
2 Blood Orange Slices
Directions
Spoon 1 tsp. each of the black currant li-
queur into two Champagne flutes. Add 4
tablespoons juice to each glass. Fill each
glass with Champagne, then stir gently.
Garnish each glass with a blood orange
slice.
STEAMED MUSSELS
Ingredients
1 pound chorizo sausage, sliced into rounds 1/4” wide
1 medium onions, sliced
2 each parsnips, peeled and small diced
6 garlic cloves, crushed, divided
1 14 ½ oz canned diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 bottle of dry white wine
6 pounds mussels, scrubbed
1 large crusty French baguette, cut into 1-inch-thick slices
Extra-virgin olive oil
Chopped fresh Italian parsley
Directions
Preheat oven to 450°F. Heat ovenproof skillets over medium-high heat.
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and cook chorizo in the skillet until browned
stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Next add onions, parsnips, gar-
lic, tomatoes and dried crushed red pepper to skillet. Deglaze pan with
1/2 bottle of white wine and bring to boil. Cover and simmer until sau-
sages and vegetables are cooked through and reduced, about 12 min-
utes. Add rest of white wine and mussels; transfer skillet to oven and
roast uncovered 9 to minutes until mussels open (discard any mussels that
do not open). Cover with foil.
Drizzle bread with extra-virgin olive oil and toast in oven for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve mussels and sausages in large bowl.
Warm up this January
with savory and flavor-
ful steamed mussels.
This recipe calls for
crusty bread on the
side. The addition of
parsnips provides a little
bit of sweetness which
will mellow the spicy
chorizo. If you have
never steamed mussels
before now is the per-
fect time to see how
easy it really is.
of the Month
MONTHLY RECIPES
SPARKLER SERVES 8 SERVES 2
WITH CHORIZO
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1
Club Closed For
New Years Day
122
Evening Dining
3
Evening Dining
4 CLUB CLOSED
5
6
Power Breakfast
B.Y.O.B
Evening Dining
7
Health & Wellness Club
Cellar Selections
Evening Dining
8
Surprise Wine Discount
Evening Dining
9
Evening Dining
10
Evening Dining
11
CLUB CLOSED
12
13
Women’s Club
Power Breakfast
B.Y.O.B
Evening Dining
14
Cellar Selections
Evening Dining
15
Surprise Wine Discount
Evening Dining
16
Pasta Night
Evening Dining
17
Evening Dining
18
CLUB CLOSED
19
Club Closed For
M.L.K DaY
20
Power Breakfast
B.Y.O.B
Evening Dining
21
Bourbon Club
Mah Jong
Cellar Selections
Evening Dining
22
WEC
Surprise Wine
Discount
Evening Dining
23
French Wine
Dinner
Kids Club
Evening Dining
24
Family Fun Pizza & Cookies
Evening Dining
25 CLUB CLOSED
26
27
Power Breakfast
B.Y.O.B
Evening Dining
28
Cellar Selections
Evening Dining
29
Surprise Wine Discount
Evening Dining
30
Evening Dining
31
Evening Dining
JANUARY 2015
Breakfast: Mon.– Fri. from 7:00am to 9:30am Lunch: Mon. – Fri. from 11:30am to 2:30pm Dinner: Tues. – Sat. from 5:30pm to 9:00pm
HOURS OF OPERATION
Tuesday Power Breakfast: 50% off Breakfast Buffet Tuesday BYOB: No Corkage Fee for Members $20 savings
Wednesday Cellar Selections: 50% Savings on Select wines Surprise Wine Discount: Discount Lottery
PAC VALUE DAYS
Executive Director: Michael A. Frodella [email protected]
Director of Finance: Joann Roccanova [email protected]
Accountant: Maureen Canosa [email protected]
Executive Chef: Arnold D. Kruck [email protected]
Managing Director: Wendy Tait [email protected]
Director of Operations: Troy Titus [email protected] Food & Beverage Manager: Edgar Jovel _________ [email protected]
Catering & Events: Nicole Spagnoli________________ [email protected]
Club Administrator:JoAnnMitchko [email protected]
Member Services: Maureen McGuire [email protected] Member Services: Tammie Sholtis ___________________ [email protected]
The
PARK AVENUE CLUB 184 Park Avenue
Florham Park, NJ 07932 Phone: 973-301-8233
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