The Age of Elegance

Sherri McGhie, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2015, and the fabulous ladies of the NEW JERSEY CAMEO, made merry last week, as they used their unique talents to spread joy and happiness around the Garden State during this Christmas season. QUEEN Sherri delighted the crowds of people who watched the Christmas Parade, which was held in Moorestown, last Saturday, December 5th. The weather was perfect for the occasion, sunny, mild temperatures, with no wind.  The convertible was donated by Holman Dealers.  QUEEN Sherri's entourage included: Delores Puzio/MS DELAWARE SENIOR AMERICA 2008, who rode alongside her, and her Mom, Norma McGhie/MS NEW JERSEY SENIORA AMERICA 1995, who sat in the front. After their turn, the 3 QUEENS were invited to sit on the reviewing stand, which included the judges, Moorestown Mayor, and several other invited guests, to watch the rest of the parade.  In this photo, they are joined by the President of the Moorestown Lions Club.  Everyo...

The New Jersey Cameo Club Christmas party was a night to remember.  Seventy fabulous ladies, spouses and their significant others, attended the annual event which was held on Thursday, December 3rd at the Toms River Hotel from 6 to 10 PM.  file photo Kudos go to Chair lady, Jo Ann Gordon/MSNJSA2008, and her committee for organizing such a great evening, filled with delicious food, lively dancing to the music of Steve and Debbie Berger, and fun activities to wile away the hours. The evening began with a few bittersweet announcements, as was noted by Steve, who played "Time To Say Goodbye", softly in the background.  Outgoing NJCC President, Lyn Gibson/MSNJSA2000, thanked everyone for having had the priviledge of serving as President, and announced that she will travel to Arizona for an extended period of time to stay with family.  Bernadette Dudek/MSNJSA2009, received a going away gift, and tearfully told everyone how hard it was to make the decision to move ...

Soon after her arrival at Resorts Hotel & Casino, Sherri McGhie, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2015, a superstar in her own right, posed under an appropriate sign that described this hopeful QUEEN.  She posed proudly, and sported a wide smile, in the lobby of the Superstar Theater.  Johanne Santori/MSNJSA 2006 and Administrator & State Pageant Director, reported earlier in the week, "Sherri looked great and spoke with confidence as she introduced herself at the Orientation Dinner".  The MS SENIOR AMERICA PAGEANT 2015 was held during the week of October 18 through 22.  Thirty eight State QUEENS from across the "fruited plains", participated in the annual Pageant in Atlantic City.  Among them, was New Jersey's favorite, Sherri McGhie, a resident of Manchester. The 4 Catagories the contestants were judged are: Evening Gown, Philosophy of Life, Talent and Private Interview with the Judges.  Sherri looked stunning, modelling a strapeless white se...

The Columbus Day Parade in Seaside Heights was enhanced by the appearance of Sherri McGhie, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2015.  The day was picture perfect for the annual event which was held on Sunday, October 11th.  A capacity crowd shouted cheers of delight as QUEEN Sherri passed by.  She looked radiant, dressed in a bright red gown, and of course, crown and banner.  As she sat atop the back of a flashy convertible, she smiled and waved to all her adoring constituents.  Gratitude for use of the convertible is extended to Carole Lelli, President of the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB. The MSNJSA convertible was number 104 in the parade.  Preceding her were the cars of MISS NEW JERSEY 2015, and MRS. NEW JERSEY 2015.  There was a photo op for the 3 generations of QUEENS who posed together.  QUEEN Sherri may be the shortest in the photo, but she was equal in beauty as she stood alongside her younger counterparts. QUEEN Sherri was joined by the other...

A daunting agenda was laid out before the members of the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB at Wednesday's meeting.  However, under the able leadership of the club's President, Lyn Gibson/MSNJSA2000, the meeting went smoothly and all items were covered.  She encouraged lively discourse and differences of opinion from the members, and allowed for workable criticisms to be entered into the minutes.  Sherri McGhie, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2015, thanked the membership for their support and encouragement as she prepares for the MS SENIOR AMERICA 2015 National Pageant later this month.  She said that she is ready and confident, and pledges to do her best to represent the State of New Jersey, and to win the national title.  Here beautiful smile is captured in this photo as she cuts the cake made especially for her, to wish her good luck. Election of members of the Board of the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB takes place every two years.  Members of the current board have t...

As today's thunderstorms threaten to change the seasons, it seems only fitting to help summer linger on a little longer, by reflecting upon the activities of the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB, and their current QUEEN, Sherri McGhie, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2015. July and August were busy months for both QUEEN Sherri and the CLUB, with showcases in Jackson and, concluded with another appearance at Kennedy Plaza and the Armed Forces Parade, both held in Atlantic City.  QUEEN Sherri opened the NJCC SHOWCASE at Care One in Jackson on July 23rd, with a lively song. She joins the ladies for the finale, as they sing a medley of songs from Motown, saluting Diana Ross and the the Supremes. In between events, QUEEN Sherri made a personal appearance at the Tropicana Casino and Resort.  On Monday, August 24th, she attended the casino's "TASTE OF THE QUARTER", and was a celebrity chef.   The annual event was held for the benefit of the United Way.  She was chaperon...

The City of Atlantic City invites the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB to give 2 showcases during the summer.  The first show was on July 7th on the stage of Kennedy Plaza, located opposite Boardwalk Hall, on Mississippi Avenue.  In spite of the humid weather, an ample crowd of vacationers filled the seats of the outdoor theater for the 5:00 PM show. The following comments were submitted by on-site reporter Terry Meade, NJCC member and performer, and her husband Mark, who took the photos. "Our NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB SHOW performance was fantastic ... everyone was at the top of her game.  Wonderful audience who sinerely enjoyed  the show". "The Sound man MIKE, who worked with ELVIS for 5 years, joined us for our finale, and we were his back up group.  Great fun"! "Our MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA STATE PAGEANT ADMINISTRATOR & DIRECTOR, Johanne Santori, and her wonderful husband Adeo, had us all back to their beautiful home for a lovely dinne...

Since her coronation on June 3rd, Sherri McGhie, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2015, has begun her year long journey of promoting the positive aspects on aging in the Garden State.   So far, she has kept her work schedule and duties as Queen in balance, and she is having the time of her life. Lawmakers from all levels of government have recognized Queen Sherri for her achievement, with letters of congratulations, and official proclamations. Earlier this month, Sherri met with the members of the Manchester Town Council at the bi-monthly open meeting.  President Brendan Weiner, President presided over the meeting.   He introduced Sherri to the residents, and read the Proclamation of Achievement, in lieu of Mayor Palmer, who was absent.   The photo also includes Sherri's entourage: Josephine Araniti/MSNJSA2007, her mother, Norma McGhie/MSNJSA1995, and Patricia Oraveta/MSNJSA2001. The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders were also eager to honor ...

Terry Meade, of Princeton Junction, participated in the MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA PAGEANT 2014.  Since then, she joined the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB, and performs regularly in their showcases. Terry Meade and her husband Mark of 50 years, have been selected by the New Jersey Sharing Network Foundation, and will be their guests in Pasadena, California, as 2016 honorees on the DONATE LIFE Rose Parade float on New Year's Day!  On June 4, 2008, then 64 years old, Mark received the "gift of life", a new heart.   Since 2005, Mark had suffered numerous heart attacks, and was in end-stage congestive heart failure, when he was admitted to Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia, where he waited 4 months for a heart.  Since his transplant, they are committed to raising awareness of the critical need for organ and tissue donations.   Mark and Terry honor their donor in everything they do ... every day!  They are passionate advocators, an...