I’ve searched  two dictionaries, a thesaurus, and an encyclopedia and found no words to express my gratitude for Cento Amici, it looks as if I am going to have to invent them. The only two words in existence, “Thank you“, does not even come close to expressing how I feel. Everyone, needs someone to believe in them, and I am fortunate to have over 100 someones to do just that. The Spring 2009 Cento Amici dinner was a great opportunity for to meet face to face with my benefactors, and express my gratitude for their generosity and belief  in me. What a wonderful evening, I was Honored to dine with the best people in the world: Stephen,Tonya, Dave, Angela, Jim, Ann, Matt, and all the Johns, Joes, and Maries. I was fortunate to share it with  my friends Sheila and Said for whom without their kindness I wouldn’t have been in college. The evening lacked nothing except the presence of Mr. John Neiswanger. But I was able to take a few photos and make this video as a way of giving something back to Mr.Neiswanger and my other 99 new friends. I look forward to one day becoming the 101st friend of this wonderful organization.

- Joseph Eulo, Union County College, 2009 Cento Amici Scholorship Award Recipient

Fourth of July has always been a time for family to come together and celebrate Freedom, Patriotism, and to enjoy the day with lots of Fireworks, BBQ, Live music, and Hope for the future of our beloved country.

I wanted to share with you a piece of my Fourth of July, as I consider you part of my extended family. As New Jersey State President, Fourth of July represents Hope that I have for our state, our region, and our Future as Phi Theta Kappans in the best region in the country.

I hope that YOUR Fourth of July was as symbolic and meaningful to you as mine was to me. I look forward in meeting you at the 2009 New Jersey State Presidents and Officers Luncheon at Brookdale Community College on July 20. For Directions to Brookdale Community College and/or to RSVP for this event click here.

Below is 18 mins of Live Classic Rock Music from the Fourth of July celebration held at Somers Point Beach in Somers Point New Jersey by Bob Camponella and his band.