Schiavo Library: September 2014 Newsletter

Schiavo Library: September 2014 Newsletter 

Used Book Sale:
Our fifth annual end of summer book sale is happening now! Come on in for some great buys. The sale goes until September 20th.

Most Popular Books & DVDs for the summer of 2014:

The three fiction books most often checked out:

The most popular children’s book: The Tide
The most popular DVD: American Hustle
The most popular children’s DVD: Despicable Me 2


Fun Summer Events for the Whole Family:
This summer we again had a great turnout for the Turtle program (115) and the Scavenger Hunt had even more people (15) running around town taking photos. What a great night! Our new events included a Pirates Day and Birthday Party for the Library. They were both tons of fun and we hope to have them again next year with even more participation.

Contest Winners:
The winners of our children’s drawing contests were: Logan Byrne and Amanda Ferguson.
Alex Muller won our Teen Photography contest. Great job everyone!

September News:
September is “Amnesty Month.” NO FINES are collected for overdue books!
September returns to normal off season hours – NO Thursday evening hours.
September is the best month to visit the shore – stop in and say HELLO!


Christine Rohrman, Library Director
www.strathmerelibrary.org

A "Celebration of Life" for Herb Hollinger on Friday Morning, September 5

Herbert Hollinger, 95, of Strathmere, NJ passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at Shore Medical Center in Somers Point, NJ.

Born in Camden, NJ, he was formerly from Mullica Hill, NJ and had summered in Strathmere since 1962; moving here permanently in 1981.

He was a Veteran of World War II, where he had worked on the Manhattan Project and served with the United States Navy before his honorable discharge in 1946.

Mr. Hollinger worked as a Supervisor for DuPont in Pennsville NJ for 42 years, retiring in 1981.

He was a member of the Strathmere Fishing and Environmental Club, and was Past Commander of American Legion Robert W. Mills Post #452, Mullica Hill.

His retirement years were spent fishing in Strathmere.

He was predeceased by his wife of 67 years, Elizabeth “Bessie” Hollinger and a daughter Jeanne Frizell. Surviving are two sons, Herb Hollinger (Judy) of Bryn Mawr, PA, Richie Hollinger (Janice) of Seaville, NJ, a son in law Rod Frizell, eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

A Celebration of his life will be held on Friday, Sept. 5 at 10:30 am at the Avalon Golf Club, 1510 Route 9 North, Cape May Court House, NJ. Burial is private in Cape May County Veterans Cemetery, Cape May Court House, NJ.

Memorial donations in his memory may be made to either the Strathmere Fishing and Environmental Club, PO Box 77, Strathmere, NJ 08248 or the Strathmere Volunteer Fire Company, PO Box 71, Strathmere, NJ 08248.

For condolences and information, visit www.godfreyfuneralhome.com. 

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The family would like to invite all who knew and treasured Herb to a Celebration of his life at 10:30 Friday Morning, September 5, at the Avalon Links Restaurant at the Avalon Country Club, 1510 Route 9 North in CMCH. Do not confuse this with the Country Club Tavern, which is just to the north of this restaurant.

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Here are pictures from Herb and Bessie’s 90th Birthday party at the Firehouse in June, 2009.

Here is a really nice article about Herb in the Press of Atlantic City on July 4, 2011:

 

 

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And from the June 12, 2014 SIA Newsletter:

 

The party at the firehouse for Herb Hollinger’s 95th birthday was really special. Most of the town helped him celebrate. Here are a few pictures.

 

Rich and Herbie with their Dad.

Herbie acted as emcee...

Then oldest grandchild, Jeanne Frizell Potter, did some marvelous storytelling. 

She was followed by Liz Hollinger.

Then came Rich, 

then David,

and then Jan.

All the Hollingers did a great job, but then Herb took the mike and brought the house down (propeller story, anyone?).

Herb blew out the candles, 

and then Debbie led the crowd in a rousing rendition of “Happy Birthday to Herb”!

And one more Throwback Thursday flounder picture, That's Herb Hollinger, Sr. on the right and his brother-in-law, Joe on the left. Not sure what year this was.

Herbert Hollinger Obituary

Obituary for Herbert Hollinger

Hollinger, Herbert 95 of Strathmere, NJ passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at Shore Medical Center in Somers Point, NJ. 

Born in Camden, NJ, he was formerly Mullica, NJ and had summered in Strathmere since 1962 moving here permanently in 1981.
He was a Veteran of World War II, where he had worked on the Manhattan Project and served with the United States Navy before his honorable discharge in 1946.
Mr. Hollinger worked as a Supervisor for DuPont in Pennsville NJ for 42 years retiring in 1981.
He was a member of the Strathmere Fishing and Environmental Club, and was Past Commander of American Legion Robert W. Mills Post #452, Mullica Hill. His retirement years were spent fishing in Strathmere.
He was predeceased by his wife of 67 years, Elizabeth “Bessie” Hollinger. Surviving are two sons, Herb Hollinger (Judy) of Bryn Mawr, PA, Richie Hollinger (Janice) of Seaville, NJ, eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

A Celebration of his life will be held on Friday, Sept. 5 at 10:30 am at the Avalon Golf Club, 1510 route 9 North, Cape May Court House, NJ. Burial is private in Cape May County Veterans Cemetery, Cape May Court House, NJ.

Memorial donations in his memory may be made to either the Strathmere Fishing and Environmental Club, PO Box 77, Strathmere, NJ 08248 or the Strathmere Volunteer Fire Company, PO Box 71, Strathmere, NJ 08248.
For condolences and information, visit www.godfreyfuneralhome.com.

http://www.godfreyfuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/1937968/Hollinger-Herbert/obituary.php

SIA Newsletter 8/29/14

To All Strathmere and Whale Beach Homeowners and Visitors,

 

This is mostly to remind you that, as every year, trash and recycling are collected on the Mondays of Memorial Day and Labor Day

If you are ever unsure, the Township has it posted here on their website under the Public Works Department.

 

Put your carts out Sunday night, even though Monday is a holiday.

 

 

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Tomorrow, Saturday, August 30, the SFEC will hold its 11th Annual Kids’ Surf Fishing Tournament.

 

It’s on the Prescott Street Beach from 9:00 am to 11:00 am (registration is at 7:30 am) and it is free!

This a catch & release tournament and is open to all kids 17 years old and younger (adults must accompany children under 12 years old).

Please bring your own rod, reel, and equipment. Do not use round / drop weights – please use only pyramid weights! Registered children will receive free bait, tee shirt (while supplies last), hot dogs, & drinks.

If you would like to make a donation, please bring a non-perishable food item. The SFEC will collect items for the Upper Township Food Bank located at the Church of the Resurrection in Marmora. This is a great cause and is a non-denominational effort to support those in need.

 

The kids always have a ball, and it’s a great spectator sport also, so c

ome on out and watch.

There is also a big raffle, open to all – but you must be present to win and choose your prize!

 

 

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The Schiavo Library in Strathmere is holding their biannual book sale, beginning today through September 20.

 

 

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There are a few more pictures of Nightmare on the SFEC website here.

 

Here is a great video of the parade by Jane Golas.

 

We still need pictures of decorated homes on and off the bay. If you have any, please send them to either sia1912@comcast.net or sfec@comcast.net

 

Check back later to see what’s been added.

 

Thanks!

 

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Upcoming Events - please mark your calendars:

 

SFEC Kids’ Surf Tournament, Saturday, August 30, 9:00 to 11:00 am

Schiavo Library Book Sale, August 29 Through September 20

SFEC Meeting, Firehouse, Saturday, September 20, 5:00 pm

Last Day of Flounder Season Saturday, September 27

SFEC Meeting, Firehouse, Saturday, October 11, 4:00 pm

 

Services at the Strathmere United Methodist Church every Sunday until September 28: 9:15 Hymn Sing; 9:30 Service.

Let us know of additions or corrections!

 

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The Strathmere Improvement Association invites all owners, renters and vacationers in Strathmere and Whale Beach to join as dues paying members. The SIA was founded in 1951 as a community organization with the simple objective of making Strathmere a better place. We work to preserve our town’s “hometown feeling” and to keep lines of communication open within town, and with local government.

We are proud of the organization's many accomplishments over the years, including sponsorship of 2012 Centennial activities, taking on a key organizing and leadership role in Strathmere and Whale Beach relief efforts after Sandy, and hosting an annual community beach party and concert. Additionally, the July and August SIA meetings feature programs of interest to vacationers and homeowners.

Your dues allow us to continue to co-sponsor the Christmas Party and the Fourth of July Parade, as well as the above mentioned activities.

Once again, we are keeping annual dues to $10 per adult family member. Please send your dues payments to SIA at PO Box 57, Strathmere, NJ 08248. Remember to tell us your correct e-mail address!

Also, please let us know if you have comments or suggestions for the newsletter or for SIA in general, or if you'd like us to change your e-mail address in our records.

 

You can contact us by responding to this e-mail at sia1912@comcast.net or by mailing SIA at PO Box 57.

 

 

Thanks very much for your continuing support of the Strathmere Improvement Association!

Linda Bateman

Elaine Holsomback

Donna Diefenderfer

Rosemarie Whelan

Ken Weaver