The Rotary Club of Long Beach Island raised over $100,000 for local organizations and causes at its 39th annual holiday auction and gala, held at Manahawkin’s Mainland Holiday Inn on Dec. 12. The event included a silent auction of over 120 items, a live auction of 35 items and a “tricky tray” raffle of seven themed groups – as well as cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner and entertainment by singer-guitarist Chris Fritz.

Dave and Chris Taylor of Taylor Made Cabinets, celebrating 40 years in business this year, received special recognition…