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INNSIDE STORY
A seasonal celebration of mothers and fathers
This issue is all about celebrating the fathers and mothers in our lives, or getting away from it all to celebrate ourselves!
On stage in Bordentown from May 9-11 is Project Mom, a unique comedy/drama based on the actual writings of New Jersey mothers. Stop into the Valenzano Winery in Shamong on May 10 & 11 for a sit-down lunch, wine tasting, music and entertainment.
On Mother's Day (May 11) one mother is admitted free with paid child at Jenkinson's Aquarium in Point Pleasant.
On June 7 at the Leonard J. Buck Garden Visitor Center in Far Hills, Judy Glattstein, author of Preserving Memories: Growing up in My Mother's Kitchen will share her tips, techniques, and reminiscences. The program will include a discussion on jams, jellies, marmalades, fruit butters, and more.
Head for Long Branch on June 15 for the 14th Annual Fathers Day Cruise to the Jersey Shore Car Show featuring rods, customs, classics, racecars, trophies, dash plaques, N.S.R.A. inspection, food, vendors, and free rock 'n roll concert. Also on June 15, one father free with paid admission for child to at Jenkinson's Aquarium.
And wherever you go to celebrate yourself and the moms and dads in your life, be sure to book your stay at one of our member inns!
INNSIDE SPECIALS
"Mother's Day Weekend Special" -- All Mothers receive roses, wine and chocolates. Over Mother's Day breakfast one lucky mom will win a beautiful Summer Nites Robe! (Summer Nites, North Wildwood)
"My Favorite Mom Weekend" -- 2-night stay, champagne welcome with roses, chocolates and cookies, plus Sunday brunch (or pampering breakfast in bed) and surprise gift for mom. Kids stay free! From $399 - $599 for two. (Spring Lake Inn, Spring Lake) |
MEET THE INNKEEPERS
 Dianne & Ed Hutchinson
Fairthorne B&B, Cape May
When Dianne and Ed Hutchinson got into the bed-n-breakfast business, they never expected they'd be in it for 17 years and counting. The Bell Atlantic retirees now enjoy a lifestyle their guests crave -- indulging in community events and activities around Cape May, bike riding around town, enjoying music and the arts and all the great restaurants.
While they love making their guests comfortable and hearing them say, "You have thought of everything I could possibly want," Dianne and Ed's style of innkeeping is less hands-on. They prefer to give their guests some space and allow them to unwind without hovering over them.
"We don't feel compelled to hold court," says Dianne, "unless they want us to spend time with them."
Which also leaves more time for Dianne and Ed to enjoy the things they love about Cape May. Dianne is president of the board of the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts and Ed is very active in Kiwanis. They have a perfect blend of work and play and sometimes it's all the same.
"We never drank wine before we were innkeepers," Dianne adds. "Sometimes you need to sit down and relax after a 12-hour day, 7 days a week."
Fun fact: Dianne's grandmother once had a rooming house in Cape May. Says Dianne, "The innkeeping business is kind of in our blood."
EAT INN: Orange-y muffins and scones for moms, dads and everyone
Sweet and zesty in the morning, these Mandarin Orange-Coconut Muffins are scrumptious on Mother's Day or anytime. (Sand Castle Bed & Breakfast, Barnegat Light)
For another zesty morning treat these Orange Currant Scones are easy to make and even easier to eat. (Carisbrooke Inn, Ventnor)
For these and other great recipes brought to you by the Preferred Inns of New Jersey, order "Breakfast, Brunch and More," for you, a friend or a family member who loves to cook.
Welcome new members!
Linda Pergola
The Castle at Skylands
5 Morris Road
Ringwood, NJ 07456
www.thecastleatskylands.com
Bob Royle & Patricia Christian
Inn at Rivers Edge Marina
223 E. Lacey Road
Forked River, NJ 08731
www.innatriversedge.com
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