29th Annual Ocean County Garden Party
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The Ocean County Garden Party is held annually by Scouting America, Jersey Shore Council. The highlight of the event is the presentation of the Good Turn Award, which is presented to individuals who best exemplify the values of Scouting in their business and personal lives.
Recipients of the award are leaders who have made significant contributions to the life of our community through unselfish leadership in education, business, government, industry, social work, and youth development. Scouting America, Jersey Shore Council are honoring Kenneth J. Malagiere and Jonathan Z. Petro for their outstanding dedication and service to families throughout Ocean County.
This year's event will be held on Wednesday September 17th at The Home of Noelle and Domenick Carino from 6-8pm. Check out our event registration and sponsorships today at the registration button above!
Good Turn Award Past Recipients
| 1994: Senator Andrew Ciesla | 2001: John Paul Doyle | 2008: Mayor Steve Acropolis |
| 1995: Miroslav “Mike” Kokes | 2002: Steve & Ruthanne Scaturro | 2009: Rich & Lisa Lau |
| 1996: John T. Gribbon | 2003: Nick & Angie Coppola | 2010: John Catalano |
| 1997: John Garbarino | 2004: Mike & Kathy Kokes | 2011: Nils R. Bergquist & Shelia Vinton |
| 1998: Diane Turton | 2005: Jack & Nancy Rentschler | 2012: Scott Bassinder & Carol & David Wolfe |
| 1999: Mayor Joseph Scarpelli | 2006: Peter Daniels | 2013: Mayor William Curtis & David Crone |
| 2000: Rev. Alphonse Stephenson | 2007: Paul Barlo | 2014: Nina Anuario & Christopher Nelson |
| 2015: Sally & Ed Buecker & Evalyn Shippee | 2016: Sheriff Michael Mastronardy & Tiku Patel | 2017: Congressman Tom MacArthur |
| 2018: Noelle Carino | 2019: Donald Guardian | 2022: Howard & Arlene Swartz |
| 2023: Ralph Wolff | 2024: John Crisafuli & Philip Brilliant |