APeX Art Gallery, Asbury Park, NJ

      Please check out this site for the APeX Art Gallery in Asbury Park, NJ. It is co-owned by Dennis Carroll, retired Art Teacher at GW and RHS. He also served as Supervisor of Art for all the Ridgewood Schools before his retirement after 35 years of service. I don't get to thank former teachers often enough, and I know very few people who do, that's why this link is here. My wife and I journeyed down to Asbury Park a couple of weeks ago and visited his gallery. We also bought a print called "First Snow" that depicts the former Casino on the Asbury Park boardwalk. I am so glad we have the photo as the real Casino has seen better days after having its roof cave in. From the site Beyond The Palace: "The Casino sits at the south end of Asbury Park's boardwalk. In its glory days, it held a large theatre on one side, and a carousel and other amusements on the other. Contrary to some beliefs, it was never a gambling establishment." Oh yeah, if you ever get the chance to thank a former teacher who helped you along the way towards adulthood you should do it as its a great feeling.