Since 1960, CPC's special events have helped support mental health programs and provide needed services to children and families in crisis. Those who support our special events and generously contribute their time and financial support enabled CPC to be a provider of superior, affordable and necessary services to the children, teens, adults and families of Monmouth County.

• Peter M. Bry Clinical Training Series
• CPC's Spring Invitational
• CPC Benefit
• CPC Culinary Adventure

Peter M. Bry Clinical Training Series

• Edna B. Foa, Ph.D. -- Effective Treatments for PTSD (Friday, March 12, 2010)
• Shawn Christopher Shea, M.D. -- Unlocking Suicidal Secrets: New Thoughts on Old Problems in Suicide Prevention (2009)
• Harold S. Koplewicz, M.D. -- More than Moody: Recognizing and Treating Adolescent Depression (2008)
• Lt. Edwin Torres -- Domestic Terrorism in Our Schools and Communities; Michelle Gwinn -- Hate Group Recruitment: Targeting Kids and Teens (2007)
• Matthew Selekman -- “The Difficult Adolescent: A Collaborative Strengths-Based Therapy Approach” (2006)
• Dr. Ross Greene “Explosive Non-Compliant Children and Adolescents: Implementation of the Collaborative Problem Solving Approach” (2004)
• Nancy Boyd-Franklin, Ph.D. & Anderson J. Franklin, Ph.D “Reaching Out: A Multicultural Perspective on Working with African American Children, Adolescents, Adults & Families” (2003)
• Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D. “ADHD in Children: Nature and Management” (2002)
• Arnold P. Goldstein, Ph.D. “Teaching Prosocial Behavior to Antisocial Youth” (2001)
• Dr. Robert Brooks “Strategies for Fostering Motivation, Resilience and Self-Discipline In Angry, Resistant Youth” (2000)

Over the years, these hands-on, practice-oriented workshops have benefited mental health & addiction counselors, psychologists, family therapists, teachers, school counselors, social workers, and probation officers.

This training is conveniently held at the Robert B. Meyner Reception Center at the PNC Bank Arts Center which is exit 116 on the Garden State Parkway.

CPC's Spring Invitational

Since 1988, CPC Behavioral Healthcare has held its Spring Invitational at Hollywood Golf Club in Deal. Talk-show host and serious golfer Maury Povich serves as honorary chairman of this golf outing that raises funds for children and families in emotional crisis.

The event features morning and afternoon shotguns, a lavish buffet luncheon and Awards Dinner Party. Golfers are assured an outstanding round of golf on one of New Jersey's best courses, designed by Rees Jones, and great dining.

The Golf Committee actively solicits underwriting and sponsorships for this fundraising event.

Great prizes are awarded for special contests including: Hole-in-One; Closest to the Pin; the Longest Drive; and Beat the Pro. Foursomes that rank as Low Gross and Low Net also receive prizes. Sponsorship opportunities are available throughout the links.

The 2010 Spring Invitational will be held on June 2, 2010 at Hollywood Golf Club. Sponsorship Opportunities & Player Registration

CPC Benefit

This extravagant fundraising event is designed for CPC's supporters, dedicated volunteers and new friends. The CPC Benefit is a night of glamour, fine dining, entertainment and auctions which results in a truly fun-filled evening. Sponsorship Opportunities

Volunteers put in countless hours helping to coordinate this enchanting evening. New faces are always welcome on the following committees: Journal Committee; Auction Committee; Reservations Committee; Raffle Committee. While CPC supporters share their time and good fortune as underwriters, local businesses donate a variety of goods and services to ensure the success of this important fundraising event. All proceeds are used to help more youth and families benefit from the agency's excellent programs.

Since 1964, the Summer Benefit has been a special night for many of CPC's long-time volunteers. Starting in 1989, Honorees are selected and honored for their dedication to improving the lives of people who need behavioral healthcare. Past honorees have included: Lois Broder, Marylyn Eisner Beckwith, Howard Aronson, Lois Levy, Theodore Parsons, Peter Tarlton, Margery Roberts, Lewis Eisenberg, Edward Hirsch, Spencer Gaines, James Warshauer, Judi and Herb McCord, Chris Conway, Jerry Conway, Bill Kennedy, Patty Gaines, Maria McGloin, Edward Henderson, Joseph Pisani, Joan Peer, Sue Fream, Jane Guadagno, Bruce Larsen, Maureen Bay, Elaine Cinnamon, Jason Simon, Jim Filip, Maggie Lubcke, Joe Romanowski; Bev & Bob Gaida, Maury Povich, Lori Goldstein, Kathy Goldstein and Norman J. Peer.

The 2010 CPC Benefit will be held on July 23, 2010 at Trump National Golf Club in Colts Neck.  Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are currently available. Sponsorship Opportunities

CPC Culinary Adventure

The 2010 Culinary Adventure will be held on Monday, October 25 at Branches, 123 Monmouth Road in West Long Branch from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. All proceeds from this fundraiser, hosted by the CPC Foundation, will benefit those in need of counseling programs provided by CPC Behavioral Healthcare. Sponsorship Opportunities

This outstanding food & wine tasting, sponsored by CPC Behavioral Healthcare, is a feast for your senses with over two dozen restaurants serving up a gourmet tasting of their finest dishes. This fun-filled event includes lavish Gift & Silent Auctions, CPC's Handmade Quilt Raffle, and live music.

For 23 years, CPC's dedicated quilters have created a beautiful handmade queen-size quilt that is truly a labor of love.Quilt Raffle Tickets -- $2 per ticket and $20 per book -- will be available at these events, as well as from CPC's Development Office at 732-935-2222.

Tickets are $75 per person. Advance registration is recommended, however walk-ins will be accommodated on a space available basis. Journal advertisements and sponsorships are currently being accepted.

CPC thanks all of its dedicated volunteers for their dedication to the Agency and its Mission to help children, teens and families. The 2010 Culinary Adventure Coordinating Committee includes:

Co-Chairs:  Robin D’Anna, Jane Guadagno, Pat Geiss & Debbie Nissim

Silent Auction Co Chairs: Patty Chiafullo & Carrrol Dedrick

Coordinating Committee: Victoria Babcock, Elaine Berk, Jean Conway, Susan Corrado, Carrol DiLustro, Barbara Etter, Fran Fiorino, Phyllis Herbert, Tracy Kaplan, Lucille Lambertson, Fran Moskowitz, Barbara Suckow, Grace Wolf

Volunteer Committee: Lois Barrett, Wendy Bonello, Kristen Cheney, Monique Colasuonno, Nancy Conte, Mary Finan, John Grobosky, Ingrid Justick, Debbie Keszler, Jane Niedzwiecki, Mary Ellen Piesco, Maxine Renner, Alice Roman, Barbara Rubino, Peggy Wallach, Nicole Weik

Advisory Committee: Gail Alverson, Lois Broder, Judy Eisenberg, Patty Gaines, Lois Levy

CPC Development Staff: Judi Grobosky, Kerry Herbert, Tracy Ilvento, Donna Maritato, Julia Zapcic

For more information about the upcoming CPC Culinary Adventure, the Journal or underwriting opportunities, call the Development Office at (732) 935-2222, or click here for more information.