The Age of Elegance

Diane DeSalvo Beebe, MSNJSA2014, possessed a radiant smile atop the float, and waved regally to the adoring crowds that lined the entire boardwalk in Atlantic City, on Monday, August 11th, for the 4th Annual Armed Forces Parade.  For her solo, Diane sang "GOD BLESS THE USA" .  The GRANDE DAMES CHORUS, also honored the veterans this year with a special number, a "MILITARY SALUTE" , which included athems from the 5 miliary branches.   Other great medleys included: Broadway and hits of the '60s with music from Motown.   Before the parade started there was a "photo frenzy" .  Making memories of good times is an important credo of the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB, and the MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA PAGEANT Organization.  Several of the ladies brought cameras for the photo op.  No sooner did they start taking pictures, that passersby begged to take pictures of them also.  There were 19 ladies in all, but unfortunately, not all were prese...

Diane Beebe, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2014 An anxious and excited hush fell over the audience in the Concert Venue Theater last Thursday, June 5th.  As the 14 contestants returned to the stage for the last time, each waiting nervously for her name to be called, they knew down deep in their hearts that only one of them would win the coveted title of MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2014.   They had all done their best in the four categories of  Evening Gown, Philosophy of Life, Talent, and Personal Judges' Interview, and the endless wait onstage for the Judges' results had begun.    This year, the quality of contestants, and the diversity of talent was impressive, and it made for a delightful afternoon variety show as well as a hard fought Pageant.  Included in the afternoon's entertainment were performances by the GRANDE DAMES CHORUS under the direction of Josephine Araniti, MSNJSA 2007, the NEW JERSEY STAR DANCERS, under the direction of Br...

Josephine Araniti/MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2007 Won "Exellance Over All" Statue, Certificate of Appreciation and Cash Prize of $50.00  Jo Ann Gordon/MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2008 Won "#1 in Senior Pop" Statue, and Certificate of Appreciation Diane Beebe/Member, NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB Won"#1 in Senior Broadway" Statue, and Certificate of Appreciation  Seniors "down the shore"  were encouraged to audition for a new competition called PERFORMING ARTS IDOL, which was presented by the Performing Arts Ensemble of New Jersey.  The event was held on Sunday, June 1st at the Algonquin Theater in Manasquan.  The Performing Arts Ensemble, a non-profit 501(c)3 arts organization,  was founded in 1987 by Evelyn Gardell, a former professional dancer, and is based in Red Bank.  The mission of  the PERFORMING ARTS IDOL competition is to bring together, showcase and provide opportunities for exposure for New Jersey's great ta...

MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA PAGEANT 2014 HARRAH'S RESORT HOTEL & CASINO CONCERT VENUE THEATER THURSDAY, JUNE 5TH      1:00 P.M. TICKETS:  $12.00 PURCHASE AT THE BOX OFFICE Please visit our website: www.newjerseysenioramerica.org.  

Vanessa Shaw, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2013 The past year has been an exciting and busy one for QUEEN Vanessa Shaw.  She has traveled the length and breadth of the GARDEN STATE, appearing in parades, radio and TV interviews, other pageants, and NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB Showcases.  She has been a role model  to all her constituents, and has done her part to promote the positive aspects of aging.  The following are messages from your NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB "Sisters", to show our appreciation for all you have given.   A FAREWELL BOUQUET   V        Is For The VISION You Have For Our Organization's Future, A        Is For The ARDOR You Show For All, N        Is For The NURTURING Words Whenever                 You Speak To Your Constituents, E         Is For The  ENTE...

Vanessa Shaw, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2013 Hearts beat wildly, as the audience restlessly awaited the judges' decision, as to who would win the coveted title of MS SENIOR AMERICA 2013.  Queens from across the country came to Atlantic City to compete in the week long annual competition.  The event took place from Sunday, October 20th to Friday, October 25th, at Resorts Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City in the Superstar Theater. Pageant week was an exciting time for the contestants and their families and friends.  Although the CLASS OF 2013 worked hard each day rehearsing, there were fun activities scheduled in the evenings for all to enjoy, and allowed the ladies to be in bed by 11:00 PM. On Sunday evening, the Queens attended an orientation dinner, where they had the chance to meet one another.  Monday evening was free time for them to enjoy a walk on the boardwalk after a long first day's rehearsal. Queens were invited to see the WELCOME TO ...

July was a month in which the ladies of the MS NEW JERSEY AMERICA PAGEANT Organization and its service wing, the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB, went on an emotional "roller coaster ride", as both good and bad news reached the "Sisterhood". The NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB Showcases continued to bring joy and entertainment to their elderly constituents who are living in nursing homes.  The residents received the "ambassadors of love", with enthusiastic applause, and grateful conversation following the performances. The 3rd quarterly meeting of the NEW JERSEY CAMEO CLUB was held Wednesday, July 17th at the American Legion Post in Lakewood.  A delicious luncheon of assorted deli sandwiches and salads was served, followed by a special cake for dessert, to honor the new Queen, Vanessa Shaw, MS NEW JERSEY SENIOR AMERICA 2013.  There were many items discussed at the meeting, however, the health issues and progress of certain "sisters" were of particular importa...