Residents and visitors embraced tropical style during the annual Luau on the Bay, decorating homes and boats, hosting backyard luaus, and enjoying Hawaiian-inspired feasts.
Saturday’s bayfront festivities drew creative and spirited entries from across the island. Judges awarded prizes in several categories.
Home Winners
Best in Show: Kuensel Family, 4300 Atlantic Brigantine Blvd. (#47)
Most Creative: Spinello Family, 4005 Brigantine Blvd. (#34) — “Elvis, Brigantine’s Burnin’ Love”
Most Spirited: Blosinski Family, 20 17th St. (#42)
Most Original: Hauck Family, 3833 Atlantic Brigantine Blvd. (#39)
Best Group: Cacace Family, 528 W. Shore Drive (#45)
Best Block Party: Abbonizio Family, 11 Atlantis Cove (#30)
Boat Winners
Best in Show: Lettieri Family, Toy Time (#23)
Most Creative: Egan Family, Hog Wild (#10)
Best Crew and Special Effects: Palmucci Family (#58)
Most Original: Bauerle Family, Sea Cat — “Don’t Monkey Around With Us” (#7)
Best Group: Matthews Family (#56)
Most Unique: Stone Family, Got Wings (#50)
Organizers said the event’s “hookamahao” (Hawaiian for “wonderful”) atmosphere showcased the community’s creativity and camaraderie. In the spirit of the luau, they added, everyone in Brigantine is a winner.
