Volume 10, Number 44 - December 6, 2012

A sprightly sheet full of the sprays of the old ocean ¯ Thursday, December 6, 2012 ¯ Vol. 10, No. 44 ¯ Cape May, America’s Original Seaside Resort

The 47th Annual West Cape May Christmas Parade

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Inside This Issue «The Coffee Break Page................. Page 7

«The Movie Column...................... Page 71

«Goings On Around Town............ Page 11

«What’s Your Story?...................... Page 72

«Talk of the Town.......................... Page 13

«Cape May Activity Guide............ Page 75

«Spouty-Offy..................................Page 21 «Student Of The Week................... Page 26 «The Undertow............................. Page 41

«Activity of the Week......................Page 85 «Adopt an Animal.........................Page 89

«The Old Fogey ...............................Page 57

«Bird Droppings............................Page 95

«Bouquet Ambush.........................Page 63

«Homes of the Week......................Page 109

«The Answer Lady........................ Page 69

«About Exit Zero........................... Page 111

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Subscriber Of The Week

Each week, we will feature a lucky subscriber (and Exit Zero T-shirt winner!) in this spot. This week’s subscriber: Carol Leone of Bluebell, PA. How long have you been coming to Cape May? I’ve been coming for about 28 years now.

Who are you normally with? My family.

Favorite thing about Cape May? I love the beaches and the small community feel.

And who could forget The Brown Room!

Least favorite thing? I really hate leaving Cape May. Oh, and the parking could be better.

Favorite restaurants? 410 Bank Street, the Pier House, the Rusty Nail... oh, there’s so many I could name!

Favorite place to stay? We own a condo on Philly Beach.

If you could change one thing about Cape May, what would it be? I wish the parking was free, although I know that’s a little ridiculous request.

Favorite thing about Exit Zero? The pictures and the editor’s notes. The magazine is a necessity for anyone who doesn’t live in Cape May year round. It really keeps you connected and up-to-date on what’s happening.

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“ No one is useless in this world who lightens the burden of it to anyone else.” —Charles Dickens “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” — Charles Dickens “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” — Charles Dickens

DID you know that Charles Dickens was obsessive-compulsive? In fact, if his home furniture wasn’t in the exact “correct” position, he couldn’t concentrate, and had to readjust it. Obsessed with magnetic fields, Dickens even made sure that every bed he slept in was aligned north-south.

Cocktail Recipe Of The Week... Gin Sling WHILE visiting America in 1842, Charles Dickens planned on sampling some fine Ameircan cocktails. In Boston, he said “the bar is a large room with a stone floor, and there people stand and smoke, and lounge about, all the evening dropping in and out as the humor takes them.” Dickens wrote of the many “rare drinks” one could find in an American bar, such as the Gin Sling.

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Goings-On Around Town

Upcoming can’t-miss events around town... mark your calendars

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HE award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company will be accepting nonperishable items for the Cape May Food Closet. What is needed are small cans of soup (10.5 oz), paper towels, and toilet paper. Any canned food items will be graciously accepted, as long as they have current and future expiration dates. Items will be accepted any time, but patrons who bring Food Closet items to the December 7 performance of ELTC’s Louisa May Alcott’s Christmas will save $3 off the admission price. This $3.00 deduction cannot be combined with any other deduction.

STRIKE up your f lute! It is Renaissance redux with Access to Art, Inc at the Southern Mansion. On December 13 at 7:30pm, the elegantly festooned 1860sera mansion will entertain Access’ guests with a reading of a Renaissance play, Bound For Truth, done with area and New York City equity actors from East Lynne Theater Company. There will also be a discussion about Renaissance music in Henry VIII’s England. And just to make it extra special,

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there will be wine. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors. For more information, call Barbara Beitel at 609-465-3963.

FAMILY Promise of Cape May County and Cabanas cordially invite you to the 7th Annual Christmas in December event, happening December 14 at 6pm. The cost of admission is a new, unwrapped gift for the Cape May County Special Services School District, or a $5 donation to Family Promise.

The evening’s festivities will include a Chinese auction to benefit Family Promise, Christmas music, appearance by Santa Claus, and complementary buffet and happy hour drink specials. Children are welcome.

CHURCH leaders and Jazz Vespers leaders have decided that the All Star Jazz Vespers Benefit contributions will be used to give relief and aid to Hurrican Sandy victims, instead of the Presbyterian Church Building Fund. It is still planned that all-time favorite musicians of the Cape May Vespers Stage will be invited to perform. Some of the “Vespers Stars” will be asked to perform Christmas tunes in their own jazz interpretations. The benefit concert will be held at

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ANIMAL lovers and tea lovers alike can appreciate this next event. To benefit Animal Outreach of Cape May County, there will be a garden tea held every Saturday during the winter and spring from 1-3pm at the Highland House (131 Broadway) complete with homebaked treats.

THROUGH December 30, patrons can bring three non-perishable items to the Cape May Stage box office and get a $10 discount off regular admission prices to see the holiday comedy, A Tuna Christmas. The Food Closet is specifically requesting laundry detergent, small jars of jelly, small cans of soup, peanut butter, coffee, toilet paper, small boxes of cereal, and boxed pasta. The company asks that each individual bring a minimum of three non-perishable items or more.

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Talk Of The Town

Ramblings, idle gossip, and occasionally important odds ’n’ ends

Feeling Taxed LAST Friday, we were invited to a meeting of Cape May Taxpayers’ Association, where the mood was one of utter frustration. It’s a feeling rooted in August of 2009, when the city announced it would be paying Temple University $53,000 to come up with a business and management plan for the $10.5 million Convention Hall. “We’ve asked this administration nicely, we’ve asked them politely, and we’ve asked them repeatedly to let us in on what this plan is,” said TPA’s Vice President Dennis Crowley. But after each request, despite the fact that the building has been operational since May, the TPA continues to hear nothing from any member of council. “As far as we’re concerned,” Crowley said, “there is no business plan.” Which is a problem that, according to this organization, has a lot of “canker sores” all over it.

To begin with, there’s the recent departure of Mike Whipple, the man in charge of marketing Convention Hall. It’s a departure many in town attribute to Mayor Ed Mahaney’s inability to relinquish control and let Whipple do his job. But no matter what facilitated his departure, the the ramifications have not been obvious. “It doesn’t show,” Crowley said. “There is no difference.” Bottom line: not having a person to implement a marketing plan doesn’t matter so much if there is no plan to implement. In the meantime, the town’s greatest asset sits woefully underutilized.

Then again, it’s difficult to market a building when its costs are a matter of mystery. There is no fee structure published, at least not that the TPA is aware of. However, they do know it would cost their organization $150 to rent the building’s community room

for an hour-long meeting… they checked on this when their usual spot, the city hall auditorium, wasn’t an option due to construction.

“The original plan for the community room was for it to be available to any non-profit who wanted to use it,” Crowley said. “It’s an insult to charge us for a building we’ve already paid for.”

The Temple study was also supposed to yield a detailed summary of the hall’s operating costs. “It was avoided in the early stages of building because it was said to be premature,” Crowley said. “But you can’t tell us the cost projections for operation are premature now.

The building is open for god’s sake.”

Which brings us to the latest canker sore: the lack of flood insurance. Crowley contends that had Convention Hall’s operating costs been fleshed out as they should have been, “someone might have said, ‘Wait a minute.

Where is the flood insurance? Isn’t that part of the operating costs?’”

For all of the above, this publication been coming down pretty hard on Mayor Mahaney and City Manager Bruce MacLeod. But we agree with the TPA that at some point, council needs to be held accountable. “If the mayor is out of control,” Crowley said, “then council let him get that way. Let’s suppose this is an ocean liner, where council is the crew. If the first officer notices the captain steering into an Italian island some place to wave to his girlfriend, shouldn’t he turn to the captain to say, ‘Maybe we should be changing course?’”

And it’s the entire council that’s been ignoring for the last six years or so the TPA’s proposal, called Funding the Future, regarding the creation of a broad-based, comprehensive tourism utility. The purpose of the tourism utility in its current form, according

to the relevant ordinance, is to “track, account for, and properly budget and pay for the management and operation of Convention Hall.”

But this is “defective on its face,” says Crowley, as Cape May does not have enough money or the capacity to raise enough money to provide for services citizens want.

“We proposed a tourism utility which would identify the cost centers of everything we pay for, what it’s used for, how much it costs, and what the personnel and operating implications are,” he said. This kind of breakdown exists within the beach utility, and within the water and sewer utility, but the “pathetic excuse” for a tourism utility doesn’t allow people to see where their money is being spent. What’s more, it “simply reappropriates, or shifts around, existing revenues within the budget to pretend that its creating utility.”

It’s a smokescreen, Crowley says, owing to the bean-counting abilities of City Manager MacLeod, a “budgeteer,” as Crowley calls him. “The thing you have to fight through incessantly,” he said, “is Bruce’s ability to put together a budget in which the numbers in one column match the numbers in another.

That’s not budgeting; that’s spin. The budget is archaically done. It hangs together because the weight on one side equals the weight on another. Whatever deficiencies exist, they’re all spun away.”

One of the greatest examples of this spin, according to the TPA, is council’s penchant for falling back on property tax increases when they can’t come up with a more efficient way of raising funds to, say, run Convention Hall.

“It’s like having a leaky water heater,” Crowley said. “Instead of fixing it, they just keep adding

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The 34-foot Blue Spruce evergreen was a sight to behold at last Friday’s tree-lighting at Congress Hall. More pictures next week. Aleksey Moryakov

Talk Of The Town ? From Page 13 more water.”

Council is able to get away with the increases for a couple of reasons. First of all, Cape May has one of the lowest municipal tax rates in the state and so many of the constituents — especially the great number of people who live out-of-state and rent their properties out, as well as those who live in Victorian Towers, on the Coast Guard Base, or in federally-subsidized housing and pay no property taxes at all — see no red flags. “I’ll be candid with you,” Crowley said. “It’s hard to speak fervently on behalf of a constituency that doesn’t give a crap, pardon my French.”

But here’s why you should care: Taxes here may be low compared to other places, but it’s the principle of the thing that matters. “The prices of the ratables in this town are excessively high; so high, that the sale of one house four years ago triggered a reevaluation,” said Crowley. “The average sale prices are dropping; we’re not going to be a big, rich town in 10 years, but we have this trumpedup property tax rate everyone says is beautiful.” And it’s the indirect repercussions of these increases that are most disturbing.

Keep raising taxes, and senior citizens will continue moving elsewhere, the TPA says.

Young families cannot afford to move in and start businesses, and if they DO manage to buy a home, it makes sense for them to rent it out, at least part-time, so that those high taxes become a write-off. What you end up with is a town that’s a “one square mile condo project.” According to the Taxpayers’ Association, Cape May is dying. “In the 1950 Census,” Crowley said, “the population here was 3,607.

In 2010, the population here was 3,607, exactly the same. Every other town in Cape May County has experienced population growths ranging from 20 to 350 percent. This town is not the Normal Rockwell version of Cape May people want to believe it is.”

And when you put it that way, it makes that lack of a business plan especially cringeworthy, doesn’t it? We still believe in the Norman Rockwell vision of Cape May, but in order for us to start moving in this direction, people have to get involved.

So far, TPA says they’ve been “stonewalled” by the current administration. “The government here doesn’t want to know what you think,” Crowley said. “They want to do what they want to do, and get it done before anyone realizes they did it. It’s driving this whole town down.”

But not forever, at least not if the citizens of Cape May decide this isn’t the way their town should operate. TPA meetings are held

the third Friday of every month at 1pm in the City Hall Auditorium, and the group is currently seeking board members.

Why not turn up, get informed, and help get this city back on track?

Let There Be Light THERE were “oohs” and “aahs” coming from the crowd — over 1,000 strong — at Congress Hall last Friday night during their fifth annual tree-lighting ceremony, and rightfully so. The attendees of this Winter Wonderland celebration experienced a miniature New York City by the sea. The 34-foot-tall Blue Spruce on the lawn, which cast a moon’s shadow on awed spectators and squealing children, felt reminiscent of Rockefeller Center. The 60x30-foot village of local vendors next to the pool, lit by two in-the-water firepits, is a Union Square of sorts. And the trees for sale along the veranda, benefitting Cub Scout Troop 73, evokes a mini Greewich Village. But the energy of the Wonderland crowd — hopeful and energized — was Cape May at its best.

We began the night in the ballroom…. well, in the entryway to the ballroom, because by the time we arrived, it was standing room only. This is where the festival choir, including some professional “ringers” from New

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Talk Of The Town ? From Page 14 York City as well as local vocalists like Exit Zero’s own Terry O’Brien, treated the crowd to holiday classics next to a Christmas tree concocted entirely from poinsettias. The music was goosebump-inducing, but equally cool was the 152 — give or take — red light shades which were brought in specifically for this event to replace the brown ones which usually adorn the ceiling’s light fixtures. Talk about attention to detail.

“I was nervous,” O’Brien told us, “because it’s been a while since I’ve sung in a choir like that, where you’re not the star; you’re part of the ensemble.” (And anyone who reads Undertow knows that he is usually the star according to, uh, him.) Our only disappointment is that, although clean-shaven for the first time in a long time, O’Brien was not sporting the same red suspenders as some of the choir’s other members. “Had I known they were allowed,” he told us, “I would have worn them, too.”

At the end of “O Holy Night”, co-managing partner for Cape Resorts Group, Curtis Bashaw, gave a speech about the reason for the season — our cliché, not his. He mentioned hostile elections, fiscal cliffs, damaging hurricanes, the fact that he did not win the Pow-

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erBall — all of the things all of us have reason to despair about — and the beauty of the fact that this is the time for, despite all of the above, hope. “Hope is the luxurious by-product of faith,” he said. “Faith that Santa will come, that dark nights lead to new and glorious mornings, and that giving trumps receiving every time.” (Proof of this last point: all of the generous guests we saw toting nonperishable food items and children’s gifts being collected by Congress Hall this evening for the Community Food Closet and Toys for Tots organizations.)

A little later, we ran into the man responsible for overseeing the building of Winter Wonderland, staff carpenter and project manager, Bob Shepanski, and his wife Jules. Shepanski told us that he and his crew began working on this year’s set-up last July, and that inspiration came from several field trips to New York City (we were right!), and also from his own little elves, one-year-old Elsa and three-year-old Greta. “I did take into consideration what my kids would enjoy and what, as a father, I would want to pay,” he said.

But just to be clear, Winter Wonderland is a free event, save for a small fee to ride the train, which circles the Congress Hall lawn.

Conducter Jessie Alvarez, who spends his non-holiday hours working on Beach Plum Farm, told us how excited the kids are by their

very own Polar Express. “One child is on his fourth ride,” he said.

Your reporter was more excited by her Windsor Tort, one of 12,000 cookies baked by Congress Hall’s new pastry chef, Ben Estep, who began working at the hotel the Friday following Hurricane Sandy. He told us he’s spent 17 years in the industry, and that his pedigree includes all of the Steven Starr restaurants in Philadelphia, Bally’s Casino in Atlantic City, and Sandals resort in the Caribbean. “If you can do a wedding cake on the beach in Jamaica,” he said, “You can do it anywhere.”

Kudos are owed to Congress Hall’s gardener Dave Chanudet, who was walking around the lawn serving the cookies on a tray, for two reasons. One, he was getting attacked by human seagulls each time we noticed him (“Each tray is empty in seconds!” he told us), and two, he wore an elf hat while he worked, which looked both endearing and ridiculous atop his-sixfoot-five frame.

About this time, the countdown to the tree-lighting began and, we have to say, when the 9,000 lights came on, we got a little tearyeyed, but we weren’t the only ones. We asked Roz Johnson, manager of Tommy’s Folly, how she feels about working on such a busy night

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Alyssa, Jason, Stephanie, Ashley

this restaurant “Everythingwasabout superb!

Not only do you have a fabulous view of the beautiful Cape May beach, Cape May Dance Company

but the food and service was top notch.

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We will definitely be back!

— Open Table

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Talk Of The Town ? From Page 16 (she serves about 90 hot chocolates in a couple of hours), and her eyes welled up with tears. “Awesome,” she said. “That tree is a symbol of hope, hope in light after darkness.”

Others grew more excited than emotional by the tree-lighting, evidenced by the ripped tail belonging to Blue the Pig. Project Coordinator Pat Miller told us he’d been assigned to watch over Blue, as the mascot had been “pulled right to the ground” a couple of times by over-enthusiastic children on previous occasions. “But not to worry,” he said. “Blue’s impervious.”

How will YOU react to the sights and sounds of Winter Wonderland? Only one way to find out. It runs every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through December 31. Trust us, it is THE way to kick off your holiday season.

Calling All Animal Lovers

EVERY year, animal activists Linda and Bob Steenrod hold a donation drive called the Animal Giving Tree. On the porch of their Billmae B&B (1015 Washington) is a twinkling Christmas tree under which (or on which) folks can leave items such as treats,

Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring no pet is denied lifesaving treatment. Bring checks to the Steenrods home, located just next door to Billmae at 1011 Washington, and know you’re making a difference in the life of a deserving, downon-his-luck doggie this Christmas. We can’t think of a better way to embrace the giving spirit this year.

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food, blankets or towels for bedding, collars, and bleach for cleaning, all of which will be dropped off at the County Shelter.

Monetary donations (big or small... every little bit helps) are greatly appreciated as well. This year, the Steenrods are asking that checks be made out to the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary (a no-kill sanctuary, hospital, and rehabilitation adoption center that was responsible for the rehabilitation of the Michael Vick dogs), or to Save US Pets

Serving Dinner Friday & Saturday from 5pm (Closed Dec. 22 & 23) December 28-31 Open Friday-Monday

Accepting New Year’s Eve Reservations!

EARLY BIRD SPECIALS

CONSIDER this your second warning... break out the kilts! On Thursday, January 24, we will be holding the event of the winter season at the Ugly Mug. We are, of course, referring to the 9th Annual Exit Zero Burns Supper, which pays homage to the national poet of Scotland, Robert Burns, and is a sellout every year.

A bagpipe brigade, whisky cake, some of Robbie Burns best poetry, and delicious haggis (and fish and chips for those who don’t want to try Scotland’s national dish) make this a night worth marking your calendars for. Reserve your tickets early; they’re already selling. You can do so by giving us a ring at 609-770-8479, or by visiting ezstore.us.

You don’t have to be Scottish to have a great time, and tickets are the same price as they were the first year — just $30.

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Gift Cards Available!

We have Christmas Spirits!!

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Spouty-Offy

The column where anonymous gasbags have their say!

THE Dickens issue... that sounds kinda dirty! — Villas *** DOES the expression “scared the dickens out of me” have anything to do with Charles Dickens? — Cape May *** WHAT kind of a name is Pip anyhoo? — Cape May *** IT WAS the best of times. It was the worst of time. Well, which was it? — Erma

Sunset Liquors ad on page 18?

Or perhaps one of the characters in a Dickens book? — West Cape May

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I THOUGHT David Copperfield was that magician dude but come to find out it was a book

by Charles Dickens. — Erma *** EBENEEZER Scrooge is really a pretty cool name even though he was not a pretty cool person.

— Cape May

THAT damn locomotive in the Depot Market ad wakes me up every morining when it passes by! — Cape May *** WHY IS Seymore Thanu looking the wrong way in the Bird Droppings column? That big bird is right BEHIND his head!

— Erma

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CRATCHIT is a pretty cool name too. — Cape May

I WONDER if Dickens wrote that book that is in Dr Gorny’s ad on page 91? — Cape May

*** OLIVER Twist and Nicholas Nickelby are also pretty cool names. — Cape May *** THE OLD Curiosity Shop would be a good name for an antique shop. — Cape May *** THE Pickwick Paper would be a good name for a newspaper. — West Cape May *** WHAT... it’s December already!

How did that happen? — Erma *** IS THAT Charles Dickens in the

*** NO WONDER Santa is kind of fat? He seems to be eating breakfast all over town! — West Cape May *** WHY does the whale in the Whale’s Tale ad have a swimming pool ladder leading to his head! — West Cape May (Spouty Offy Editor’s Note: That is actually supposed to be a blow hole.

Not sure why he has two holes but who am I to judge?) *** TERRY O’Brien’s head makes a perfect egg-shaped “O” for his logo... how cool! - Cape May

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Open Friday & Saturday thru Christmas

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CAPE MAY BAKERS Fine pastries • hearth-baked wholegrain breads donuts • decadent desserts and more Daily lunch items including: quiche • soups veggie tarts and much more!

• Gourmet teas and coffees including

Grounds for ChangeTM organic fair trade coffee!

NOW TAKING ORDERS FOR: PIES • DESSERTS • BREADS • COOKIES CHEESECAKES • NUT BREADS • PASTRY TRAYS Celebrating 30 Years of Fine Baking in Cape May!

All of Our Fine Baked Goods are Made Daily Right on the Premises!

All recipes are vegetarian and many vegan friendly items are available.

Beautifully Decorated Cakes for Every Special Occasion.

(Wedding cake orders by appointment only!)

482 West Perry Street, Cape May | (609) 884-7454 | www.capemaybakers.com

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The LoSasso family

Steve and Mary Beth

Adele Marks, Marya

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Maja

Colonel Rich, Anne Kelly

Christine and David Green

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Steak & Seafood Restaurant

Dinner From 5pm Friday & Saturday

Unique Martini Menu Copper-top bar Fresh seafood Tasty steaks Free parking

609-884-2111 615 Lafayette St., Cape May oysterbayrestaurantnj.com

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LCMR Student Of The Week

Serving Dinner from 5pm Thursday thru Sunday (Open every day Dec. 26 till New Years Eve Dec. 31)

RESERVE YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY! Also great for...

Rehearsal Dinners • Reunions Baby Showers • Bridal Showers Any Occasion Really!

Reservations: (609) 898-9800 301 Washington Street Mall, Cape May

Corner of Washington & Perry Street

www.cucinarosa.com

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LOWER Cape May Regional soccer star Madie Gibson is on the road to making history. She broke the school record by scoring 50 career goals as only a sophomore.

Gibson, the middle child of Anne and Frank Gibson, comes from a soccer family. Her uncle played soccer professionally, her older sister Frankie currently plays at Montclair State University, and her mother has always been involved in the sport. Gibson has been on the pitch for 10 years and is carrying on the family legacy by starring on the LCMR varsity team and on a club team outside of school.

Gibson balances her grades and sports by knowing that she has to keep up her grades to be able to play.

“I look up to my older sister because she made it to the next level and she is doing well in college,” Gibson said. She hopes to contine playing at her dream college, Notre Dame, where she plans on studying physical therapy.

STORY BY ASHLEY HUNT / PHOTO BY JOSH LACAGNINA

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The Ultimate Cape May Food & Drink Chart What you need to know about the food and the vibe

Meals served

Price range of entrées

Bar or BYOB?

Should I book?

Food for kids?

$15-$45 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

FULL BAR

YES

YES

ALEATHEA’S 7 Ocean Street, Cape May (609) 884-5555, Ext. 226 www.innofcapemay.com

Aleathea’s serves good food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy a cocktail in the beautiful beachfront bar and look for their big sale in the antique shop!

B, L, D

AXELSSON’S BLUE CLAW 991 Ocean Drive, Cape May (609) 884-5878 www.blueclawrestaurant.com

Fine dining near the harbor. Elegant dining room, delicious food, and the classic Clipper Ship Pub make Blue Claw a great place to dine.

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$24-$30 Cards: V, MC, D

FULL BAR

YES

YES

BACK BAY BISTRO 1891 Bayshore Road Villas (609) 889-8500

Casual fine dining at its best, and just a stone’s throw from Cape May. Open for lunch & dinner daily, breakfast on the weekends.

Early bird dinner specials from 4-5:30pm

B, L, D

$5-$25 Cards: V, MC, D

BYOB

YES

YES

BELLA VIDA CAFÉ 406 N. Broadway, West Cape May (609) 884-6332 www.bellavidacafe.com

You’ll leave feeling satisfied, and proud for having made a healthy choice... Lots of homemade selections, with plenty of vegan and vegetarian items.

B, L

$5-$25 Cards: V, MC, D

BYOB

NO

YES

THE BLACK DUCK 1 Sunset Boulevard, West Cape May (609) 898-0100 www.blackduckonsunset.com

A chic interior and stylish food, but the ambience is anything but pretentious.

Modern American cuisine. Plus the coolest address on the island!

D

$15-$28 Cards: V, MC

BYOB

YES

NO

THE BLUE PIG TAVERN 251 Beach Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-8422 www.congresshall.com

Check out why Congress Hall’s restaurant is a favorite of locals as well as hotel guests. They serve classic tavern food for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

B, L, D

$12-$36 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

FULL BAR

YES

YES

BOILER ROOM 251 Beach Avenue in Congress Hall Cape May (609) 884-8421

A main hot spot in town. The Boiler Room is where it’s at for a cocktail and the music to dance it off.

Cocktails

Cards: V, MC, AE, D

FULL BAR

NO

NO

CABANAS 429 Beach Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-4800 www.cabanasonthebeach.com

The party is here - always warm and friendly in this lively beachfront bar, featuring great food and some of the best live bands around.

B, L, D

$8-$25 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

FULL BAR

YES

YES

CAPE MAY FISH MARKET 408 Washington Street Cape May (609) 770-3790

If you’re a seafood afficionado, this is your new favorite place. Lunch or dinner, cold sandwiches to broiled seafood entrees.

Look for the crab shaking hands outside!

L, D

$10-$35

BYOB

YES

YES

CAPE MAY OLIVE OIL COMPANY 324 Carpenter’s Lane Cape May 800-584-1887

This new spot features 20 different varieties of olive oils and balsamic vinegars, pastas, spreads, jams, mustards, infused salts and sugars, and much more.

Olive oils and more

Please call for info

N/A

N/A

NO

CAPE MAY ORGANIC MARKET 120 Park Boulevard West Cape May (609) 884-3200

It’s been a long time coming, and we are so glad to have an organic market on the island. Stock up on local produce, bread and a range of healthy-tasty goodies.

Organic Food Store

Varies Cards: Please call

N/A

N/A

YES

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Lorraine Brita, Margaret Brita, Jeff Raiczyk, Elise Brita, Barbara Brita

Turner Crumbley, Jody Cook, Marlena Lustig, Roy Steinberg

Fran and Paul Rixon, MaryLou and John Gartland

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Meals served

Price range of entrées

Bar or BYOB?

Should I book?

Food for kids?

Winery

$5-$27 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

WINERY

N/A

NO

Other details

CAPE MAY WINERY 711 Townbank Road, North Cape May (609) 884-1169 www.capemaywinery.com

This beautiful winery is open daily from 12-5pm. Make a reservation to tour the winery on Saturdays at 3pm. Great venue for special events including weddings!

CAPE ORIENT 315 Ocean Street, Cape May (609) 898-0088 www.capeorient.com

Great food every time, whether you are looking for Chinese, Thai or sushi. The service is superb, too.

L, D

$12-$19 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

YES

YES

CUCINA ROSA 301 Washington Street Mall (609) 898-9800 www.cucinarosa.com

Nicely located at the beginning of the mall, this classic Italian restaurant is a must-visit. Simply superb food.

D

$12-$29 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

YES

YES

C-VIEW INN Texas Avenue & Washington Cape May (609) 884-4712

A locals’ favorite, the oldest and friendliest tavern in town with great wings, excellent pub fare and cold beer.

L, D

$4-$18 Cards: V, MC

FULL BAR

NO

YES

DEPOT MARKET CAFÉ 409 Elmira Street Cape May (609) 884-8030

Owners Chris and Lisa Shriver are keeping the old favorites at this locals’ joint AND adding new specials. Check their Facebook page for daily specials.

B, L, D

$6-$14

BYOB

NO

YES

THE EBBITT ROOM 25 Jackson Street, (609) 884-5700 www. virginiahotel.com

Enjoy your meal (and the crisp fall air) on the Ebbitt Room porch, overlooking tree-lined Jackson Street, or enjoy the simple elegance of this dining room.

D

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BAR

YES

NO

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FISH AND FANCY 2406 Bayshore Road, Villas (609) 886-8760 www.fishandfancy.com

Superb seafood however you like it — fried, broiled, grilled, blackened or sautéed.

That’s choice for you. Great salads, too!

L, D

$5-$19 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

YES

YES

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GOOD EARTH ORGANIC EATERY 600 Park Blvd., West Cape May (609) 898-6161

Nothing but the best of ingredients at this pescaterian restaurant on Park Boulevard. A very welcome addition to the neighborhood.

L, D

Please call for more info

HARBOR VIEW 954 Ocean Drive, Cape May (609) 884-5444 www.harborviewcapemay.com

A Key West vibe, great views of the harbor, good food and regular entertainment.

Great $16 dinner specials and Friday is pizza night and shrimp stravaganza!

B, L, D

$6-$30 Cards: V, MC

BAR

NO

YES

HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD 600 S. Railroad Ave., Rio Grande (609) 846-7347 www.hawkhavenvineyard.com

Open year round. Tasting room open daily 11am to 6pm. Wine tasting and sales, wine by the glass and bottle, gourmet cheese plates to enjoy on premise.

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Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Call for Private Party information.

Check out capemaypointredstore.com for our take-home holiday menu.

500 Cape Avenue, Cape May Point, New Jersey 609-884-5757 capemaypointredstore.com

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The Ultimate Cape May Food & Drink Chart What you need to know about the food and the vibe HEMINGWAY’S 1045 Beach Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-5611 www.hemingwayscapemay.com

A relaxed yet elegant island ambiance, featuring USDA Prime Steaks and classic seafood creations.

LUCKY BONES 1200 Route 109, (609) 884-BONE www.luckybonesgrill.com

A huge hit and local’s favorite for a reason.

Excellent food, great bar vibe, superb service. Lucky Bones gets it right every single time.

MAD BATTER 19 Jackson Street, Cape May (609) 884-5970 www.madbatter.com

The original fine dining restaurant in Cape May and still one of the best. The food is always creative and tasty.

MARIE NICOLE’S 9510 Pacific, Wildwood Crest (609) 522-5425 www.marienicoles.com

Marie Nicole’s serves modern American cuisine with a European ambiance.

Delicious entrees, delectable desserts and cool cocktails.

MERION INN 106 Decatur Street, Cape May (609) 884-8363 www.merion inn.com

The dim, amber lighting, dark wooden bar, period fittings and classy staff give a special ambience. Plus we love just sitting at the lovely bar!

OYSTER BAY 615 Lafayette Street, Cape May (609) 884-2111 www.oysterbayrestaurantnj.com

A lovely dining room, a beautiful coppertop bar and classic, generous dishes. Give one of their delicious martinis a try!

PETER SHIELDS 1301 Beach Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-9090 www.petershieldsinn.com

The Georgian Revival mansion is magnificent and the modern American menu and excellent wine list matches it all the way.

THE PILOT HOUSE 142 Decatur Street, Cape May (609) 884-3449 www.pilothousecapemay.com

A classic pub and restaurant offering award-winning burgers, excellent homemade comfort food, fresh local seafood and an authentic, friendly ambience.

THE RED STORE 500 Cape Avenue, Cape May Point (609) 884-5757

Awesome food in a secluded, serene setting.

Join them for a scrumptious breakfast, grab a coffee and muffin, or relax on the porch with a delicious lunch.

Meals served

Price range of entrées

Bar or BYOB?

Should I book?

Food for kids?

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The Exit Zero Clip Art and Fake Ad Contests Start looking through the paper... you could win a gift certificate to an advertiser!

FAKE AD CONTEST

CLIP ART CONTEST

Somewhere in this paper is a fake ad!

Hidden somewhere in the paper is this TOP HAT... Find it & enter to win!

Actual Size Shown Here:

But be aware as it may be a real business in our area, but the product or service will not be real...

Check closely!

This Week’s Prizes: C-View • Tea by the Sea CONTEST ANSWERS November 15 issue CLIP ART ANSWER: Page 16 Sunset Liquors Ad FAKE AD ANSWER: Page 44 Cape May Kraken Hunters Ad

This Week’s Prizes: Well Center for Massage • Red Monkey Cafe

WHEN YOU FIND THE ANSWER(S)... ENTER BY ONE OF THESE WAYS: 1. E-mail your name and address along with the answer to: jason@exitzero.us 2. Mail us your name, address, and answer on an 8.5 x 11 piece of paper to: Exit Zero Publishing, 109 Sunset Boulevard, Suite D, Cape May, NJ 08204 Entries Deadline Date: Tuesday, December 18. Drawing Date: Wednesday, December 19.

One entry per address or email address. Prizes will be mailed to the winners.

If mailing your entry do NOT put both answers on one sheet of paper... you’ll only be entered into one contest! You CAN put both answers in one email!

CONTEST WINNERS November 15 issue CLIP ART WINNERS Lauren Tracy Patricia Corchiani FAKE AD WINNERS Maryanne Jazdzewski Carmen Riccardo

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Meals served

Price range of entrées

Bar or BYOB?

Should I book?

Food for kids?

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$13-$29 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

YES

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$4-$12 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

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N/A

YES

RIO STATION 3505 Route 9 South Rio Grande (609) 889-2000

While everything around it has changed, the Rio is still serving excellent food with old-style, friendly service. great wings too!

SEASIDE CHEESE COMPANY 600 Park Blvd (609) 884-8700 www.seasidecheesecapemay.com

A huge plus for the area when it opened, and this place continues to delight with savory gourmet cheeses and treats.

SUNSET LIQUORS 106 Sunset Boulevard, West Cape May (609) 435-5052

A brand-new liquor store has hit town, conveniently located on Sunset Boulevard.

Spirits, wines, beers, ice and snacks - check it out!

Liquor Store

Please call for info

N/A

N/A

NO

TISHA’S 318 Washington Street Mall (609) 884-9119 www.tishasfinedining.com

This local favorite moved from Convention Hall to the mall, at the former site of Stumpo’s. Delicious food for lunch and dinner!

B, L, D

$18-$35 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

YES

YES

THE UGLY MUG 426 Washington Street Mall Cape May (609) 884-3459

A Cape May legend, and even better now that they’ve put those wonderful booths in there — such a treat. You’ll find some of the best live entertainment in town here!

L, D

$12-$25 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

UKAI 1500 Route 47 South, Rio Grande (609) 770-7773 www.sushiukai.com

Enjoy delicious, fresh and nutritious authentic Chinese, Japanese, Malaysian and Thai cuisine — all homemade.

Try the Fire Wok!

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UNCLE BILL’S PANCAKE HOUSE Beach Avenue & Perry Street Cape May (609) 884-7199

Reliably excellent food – there is a reason why people wait... excellent breakfasts. Open daily. Located right on the beachfront by Congress Hall.

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$4-$9

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VINCENZO’S LITTLE ITALY II 3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May (609) 889-6610

If you want to bring the family for a fine and fun Italian meal, look no further than here! The kids will love it. Check out their recently expanded pizzeria

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WASHINGTON INN 801 Washington Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-5697 www.washingtoninn.com

Superb gourmet food, and a bar to get your night off on the right foot.

Amazing wine list. Check out their $5 specials at the Wine Bar.

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WILLOW CREEK WINERY 168 Stevens Street, West Cape May (609) 770-8782 www.willowcreekwinerycapemay.com

You can “adopt” one of the vines on this breathtaking, 50-acre winery, which will afford you the VIP treatment when they open on December 15!

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Greyson, Colin, Aunt Sue

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Reserve Now for New Year’s Eve!

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Breakfast with Santa!

A Holiday Tradition!

Joe Vendetta, Taylor Vendetta, SW

Saturday, Dec. 15th & 22nd 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

All you can eat Breakfast Buffet

$10.95 Adults, $6.95 Children

Carolyn Detrick, Shawn Horvath, Karen Vendetta

Bring your camera!

Reservations suggested!

Toy Drive

For Victims of Hurricane Sandy

In our Lobby Dec 1st - 15th

Terri Swain, Cookie Wilsey, Buddy the dog, Mike Owen

At the Grand Hotel 1045 Beach Avenue 609.884.5611 www.grandcapemay.com

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Japanese • Sushi • Chinese • Thai Cuisine

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK YEAR ROUND Lunch • Dinner • Take-Out • Catering 315 Ocean Street, Washington Commons Mall (609) 898-0088 • www.capeorient.com

Open for Lunch & Dinner 12-9pm

Homemade Breads and Holiday Pies Made to Order

Closed Tuesday and Wednesday

Gift Certificates Available

Save the Date! Friday, December 21 st Winter Solstice Vegan Social Dinner

Rae, Tracie, Kathy

For the Locals: Check out our Meal Subscription Plan 10 Meals in One Month for $80 Boost your Immune System Naturally!

609-898-6161 • 600 park blvd., west cape may

Katie, Ashley, Launa, and Kevin Smith

Lunch and Dinner Daily Dinners start at 4pm - Serving Fresh Seafood, Cut to Order Prime Rib, NY Strips & Flat Iron Steaks, Veal, Chicken and Pasta

EARLY BIRDS 4-5:30PM Breakfast Served Weekends Only 8-11:30 Sat. and 8-12:30 Sun. Catering on site or off site

Reservations Recommended 1891 BAYSHORE ROAD, VILLAS 609-889-8500

Katie, Delaney, Grace

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Uncle Bill’s

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& FAMILY RESTAURANT

Breakfast with Santa

December 15 - 16 - 22 - 23 breakfast & Lunch daily 7am-2pm Monday - Friday 6:30am-2pm on Saturday & Sunday

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Authentic Italian Cuisine

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We had over 300 people — and about six horses — for this year’s turkey trot, the 10th annual.

There were dogs, bikers, and skateboarders, too... it’s up to you how seriously or not seriously you want to take it! In the end, we were able to donate $4,700 to the Brendan Borek High Tides Memorial Fund.

—Christine Cassidy, Manager, Cape Fitness, WCM

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Seafood & Fine Dining New York Strip Steak • Filet Mignon • Veal Cutlet • Center Cut Pork Chops

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Available Sunday thru Friday from 3:30-5:30

3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May Cape Plaza Shopping Center • 889-6610

Tony, Tony, Ann Marie

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The Undertow

I

Terry O’Brien’s legendary column, which changed the face of Cape May, is back, and it’s as pretty good as ever

DON’T want to start a thing or anything, but I’m not quite sure I understand why, in the pages of this magazine, “The City” (rightfully) takes so much heat over Floodgate, yet Animal Outreach receives nothing but heaps of warm praise for opening an animal facility that… can’t house animals. Dogs, specifically.

(Insert righteously indignant “Editor’s Reply” here.)

Now, before you go off all half-cockatooed, I am not denigrating the mission of Animal Outreach; they’re earnest, warmhearted people working for the benefit of our four-legged friends. But wouldn’t it have behooved (heh) all involved to have a display room for dogs and not have potential adopters trekked all over town? Wouldn’t it have been wiser to hold out for a location that had a lease permitting dogs AND cats? They waited 10 years to find THIS place; couldn’t they have held out a bit longer to find a better one?

Sorry, but a pet store with only one kind of pet is not a pet store. It’s a cat store. Just like a Convention Hall without flood insurance isn’t a Convention Hall. It’s 3,607 lawsuits

waiting to happen.

Speaking of Floodgate (the word, not the event), I thought I coined the phrase last week and was feeling very clever… until I saw it used seven times in Talk of the Town.

Which means we (me and the EZ Editorial Staff) either thought of it at around the same time, or the bastards stole it from me. Knowing those bastards, they probably stole it from me. (Editor’s Note: Perhaps if Terry read Talk of the Town EVERY week, and not just when he feels like it, he would have noticed the headline TWO weeks ago, which read: “Floodgate: The Fiasco”.)

Correction of the Week: Kate Chadwick does NOT have a steel plate in her head.

She, in fact, has a PLASTIC plate in her head

(which explains why it kept thunking instead of clanging during the numerous noogies I bestowed upon her) and she STILL contributes to Exit Zero, albeit part-time. I believe I will continue to write erroneously about Kate because the corrections are infinitely more fun to write, and probably read.

I hope you’re enjoying my new short story, “A Very Zombie Christmas.” Actually, “enjoy” might be the wrong word. I hope you’re all enduring my new short story. I think it’s the best thing I’ve ever written. An admittedly low bar. But still…

I had an excellent time singing with the Congress Hall tree-lighting choir last Friday night. I’m not as much of a Cape May guy as I used to be, so it’s nice to poke my head in every once in a while. I’m told some people didn’t recognize me since I wasn’t wearing shorts, a black T-shirt and baseball cap. This is understandable. Terry O’ke Nation founding fathers Rich Hemenway (aka Rico Suave), Frank (The Tank) Scott, Chris South (of the hated Cape May Star & Wave) all sang with me, along with severely underrated crooner

Continued On Page 42 ?

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The Undertow ? From Page 41 Rick Radunth (actually Raduns, but he lacks two front teeth) and the Travelling Eppenbachs (Lelah and Jay… Jay, NEVER give a two-year-old hot chocolate when she’s wearing a white coat…), and many, many others who made it a memorable experience for me. As did host Curtis Bashaw, whose inspiring words were sermon-like.

But the most credit must go to Congress Hall Entertainment Director Myra Vassian for pulling the whole thing together. We had a grand total of four rehearsals spanning about six hours, and could not have succeeded without Myra’s prep work and generally excellent attitude. Without her we’d have been just a bunch of people milling about in bright ties. I hope to be a regular member of the christmas choir moving forward.

Saturday I had the rare pleasure of playing music with my brother Mike at The O’Brien Bros. open mic night at the Anglesea Pub. The next four Saturdays we shift over to Good Night Irene’s, but we’ll be back at the Anglesea on January 6. I’m working all these gigs with some combination of Mike O’Brien, Will Knapp (Ding!) and Bill Caterini.

I’m never really sure which until I show up (see my ad).

I am also pleased to announce two new shows starting in January — Wednesday Terry O’ke and Friday Open Mic happy hour with co-host Bill Caterini, both at Westy’s Irish Pub in North Wildwood. I know none of you will come, but maybe you have friends there you can call.

Sunday morning we took the boys over to the Townbank Fire Hall for Breakfast with Santa.

I found the entry fee ($10 for adults, $7 for kids) exorbitant, but the money went to a good cause (I don’t recall specifically what that cause was, but I’m reasonably sure it was a good one… they don’t generally do these things then donate the money to drug cartels) and the look on my kids’ faces when they saw an entire warming pan full of crispy bacon

was worth the admission. “Dad! Look! Bacon!” Bacon indeed.

Self-Abuse of the Week: My remote control died on MSNBC. And in the three minutes it took me to find batteries, the odiously pompous Toure opined that John McCain wants to investigate that pesky Benghazi thing based on his racial hatred of UN Ambassador Susan Rice, and then Martin Bashir (God, he’s just the worst) rip Republicans for saying they might be open to raising taxes… which is what Democrats want.

Isn’t it? Look, you guys won. Now act like you’ve been there before.

Jerks.

Facebook Advice of the Week (Related to the Above): From Parker Smith — “Have a dram of whatever, change the channel and STOP WHINING!” But MSNBC is like Saved By the Bell — so train-wreck-awful I can’t look away.

Android App of the Week: Plague, Inc. In this little beauty you play as a virus whose goal is to eradicate mankind. It’s just challenging enough and you can play a complete game in about 15 minutes. But you’ll want to wash your hands when you’re done.

All you parents out there have felt it, the inertia of knowing something awful is coming six months in advance when you see the first movie trailer in front of whatever junky kids movie you’re seeing, the trailer for ANOTHER junky kids movie that’s coming out around Christmas, the movie that looks just so perfectly, exactly “meh” that you’d never in a million years go see it, but you have kids, so you know you’re going to HAVE to, so your every waking moment is filled with just a little bit of dread until the day finally arrives and you bundle everybody up into the car, shell out $100 for tickets and popcorn and stare glassy-eyes at the screen for 90 minutes you can’t have back, experiencing “entertainment” so bland that you saw it coming from six months away.

I did this Sunday at Rise of the Guardians. But the kids liked it, so I guess that’s something. ’Til next week, don’t get caught in The Undertow.

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AN AWARD WINNING MICRO BREWERY

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Exit Zero Goes On Vacation

LUNCH & DINNER

SEAFOOD • STEAKS COCKTAILS

LIVE MUSIC...

J IM ROSS Thursd ay at 8pm OPEN MIC N IGHT Frid ay at 9pm BARRY Sund ay at 4pm MQ MU RPHY Tuesd ay at 8pm RED MARE Dec 16 from 4 to 6pm

Marybeth, Madison, Randy Clark, Danette, Mark, Gabrielle and Fred DiDonato recently took a Royal Caribbean cruise to Labadee Haiti; Falmouth, Jamaica; and Cozumel, Mexico, where they celebrated Randy’s 50th.

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SUNDAY & MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL $2 pints

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Are You The Next Charles Dickens?

We are looking for a fresh writing talent to bring the great master’s works to a new audience. We need a writer to pen the sequel to Oliver Twist, making sure all the favorite characters are in there, even Bill Sikes and Fagin. Plus, some vital product placement, such as a Blackberry and some Nikes.

Call (609) 770-8479 and say “Can I have more, please?”

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11/15: Reunion Of Cape May Elementary Teachers At The Lobster House

Joyce Fallon, Sandra Borkowski, Dorothy Pieper, Karen Slack, Ione Laffey PHOTOGRAPH BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

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The Favre family

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Chuck and Ann Marie

Michael Chamber, Dave Haberle

Bud Sundstrom, Bob Keith

Lisa Shriver, Sue Russell

Frank and Jean D’Angelo

Lindsay Jenkins, Mark Spirito

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Celebrate the season with

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SCOTT THOMAS, store manager and in-house designer of Henry’s Cape May, brings his decades of experience as a gem trader and jewelry designer in presenting this magnificent collection.

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Spend $125 on Pandora merchandise & receive a limitededition tree ornament... FREE! (While supplies last. $30 value)

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Announcing Cape May’s Employee Of The Week PHOTOGRAPH BY GABI URDA

West Cape May Residents

WIN A “LIVE” NORWAY SPRUCE 6 trees given away this season 4 small, 2 medium sized Trees are on display at Wilbraham Park Circle Just enter once either on, Facebook @ Friends of Wilbraham Park or write a note or call Borough Hall West Cape May Shade Tree Commission Borough Hall ….732 Broadway West Cape May, NJ 08204 Name: Rita Popowicz.

Occupation: I’ve worked the front desk and led tours at the Southern Mansion for the last 10 years.

Age: I’m 64.

Hometown: I’m originally from Philadelphia.

Best thing about the job? My coworkers; we all get along.

How soft are the beds at the Southern Mansion? Oh, very.

What’s your OTHER dream job? Retirement.

Favorite thing about Cape May? The restaurants, and North End Garage on Texas Avenue... they have really good deals. I’m also very excited about the Willow Creek Winery opening.

Best advice you’ve ever gotten? Do unto others as you would have done unto you.

WANT TO NOMINATE AN EMPLOYEE OF THE WEEK? EMAIL DIANE@EXITZERO.US.

Let us know you want to win a live tree.”

609 884 1005 Winners will be notified and trees can be picked up after Dec 15th.

Last day of entry December 10th Presented by West Cape May Shade Tree Commission... fostering a healthy tree canopy in our community

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CAPE MAY LINEN OUTLET Open Friday & Saturday 10-6, Sunday-Thursday 10-5 110 Park Boulevard, West Cape May 609.884.3630 • www.capemaylinen.com

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Colors: Sage, Tan Blue & Ivory. $19.00-$99.00.

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Give us your email address at check out. This offer is good on all items in stock, and not good on out of stock, special order items.

Fragrance takes us on a journey like nothing else.

Our handmade Shea Body But ters are like lit tle journeys, stowed away in a flip-top jar.

I am inspired by my own experiences, my memories and my wanderlust, by places that I have visited and ingredients I have found along my way.

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Smiles, Canyon

A Place on Earth 526 Washington Street Mall 609-898-0039 aplaceonearth.com

Becky Shenton, Reverend Douglas Shenton

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HUGE selection of antique estate jewelry perfect for holiday gifts... gift certificates available The Jenkins crew

Open 10am-5pm Friday thru Sunday

GIA gemologist on staff.

Lillian Beck, Tiji and Rose Kalin Large selection of holiday party dresses and accessories!

Gift certificates available for holiday gifts!

Open Friday thru Sunday 10am-5pm Dave Kehner, Regina Marino, Amelia Marino

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“ Bruce and Christine Frame

Steve and Lillian Beck

Steve and I met at a Taco Bell. We dated when I was 16, and he proposed when I was 18, but I said no because I was too high-maintenance for him. Then, 38 years later, we got back together. Trust me when I tell you... opposites attract!

— Lillian Beck

”

Alex Miller, Amber Johnson

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Exit Zero’s Terry O’Brien presents...

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Every Friday @ Rio Station, 9-12.

Get Your O’ke On! The Terry O’Brien Music O’Malgam: (Acoustic/ Open Mic/ Karaoke) Dec. 8 & Dec. 15 @ Good Night Irene’s, 10-2 To book Terry-O’ke! for your establishment or event, call 425-9062. E-mail terryoke1@yahoo.com

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Stephanie Timoteo, Adela O’Donnello, Michael Dalton, Jess Porter

Nicole Zambrano, Brian Overton, Annette and Bob Zambrano

Pina O’Donnell, Gloria Diehl, Jennifer O’Donnell

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The Old Fogey

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Ah, those good old Cape May days... by Jackson D’Catur

T IS a little known fact (at least until you read on a further 15 words) but Charles Dickens based many of his most famous creations on real-life Cape May characters. The reason was the Dickens was a regular vacationer to our fine city and he and I would enjoy a fine malt or 10, then stumble from bar to bar planning his novels. We of course took inspiration from this city’s multitude of Eccentrics, Notables and Lunatics.

Tiny Tim was actually the barman in the Brown Room: he was a minuscule fellow, with all sorts of frailties, though a few years older than the fictional creation.

Miss Havisham was an uncanny portrait of an older gentleman who used to stroll along the promenade of a morning in full decaying wedding gown and who was, one night in The Admiral Hotel bar, set alight when a drunken chap (who was never identified but who was clearly not from these parts and was in no way wearing a powdered wig and accompanied by a small terrier) brushed against his highly flammable gown with a lit cigar.

Oliver Twist was an ode to the waiter at The Ebbitt Room, who was an angelic lad who did rather well in tips from older matrons. One night Charlie Dickens gave the lad a sip of whisky, at which point the boy collapsed gasping and weeping, only to pop up a moment later and ask, hoarsely: “Please Sir, Can I have more?” Well, Charlie obliged and a fun time was had by all.

Of course the lad soon became a hopeless alcoholic. And 50 pounds heavier with a stubbly face, he was less endearing to patrons, and so was shipped off to Australia.

Bill Sikes’ famous dog, Bullseye, was modeled on none other than my companion Young Albert, who though a fraction of the heft of the novelized hound, was a force to be reckoned with.

The change of name was because “bullseye!” was what Charlie used to cry in delight every time Albert, prompted by the promise of a biscuit, would stealthily and with great accuracy and from astounding range, cock a leg in a bar and pee into some unsuspecting drinker’s glass.

As for Bill Sikes himself, well, this may seem hard to believe but at that time this esteemed newspaper had at its helm a burly, florid Scotchman of renowned temper, a love of the drink and of mercurial whim.

The fellow was broad as a table, with legs even more bowed, and prone to seeking out critics with ham fists and cries of rage, then after, felling them, clasping their shoulders and declaring his undying affection for them. Changed days, dear friends, changed days.

And who was based on me? Well, let’s just say Mrs Joe was always my favorite…

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11/24: Adela O’Donnell’s 89th Birthday Party At The Lobster House

Allie O’Donnell, Paige O’Donnell, Kevin O’Donnell, Adele O’Donnell, Michael Dalton, Ethan O’Donnell, Chris O’Donnell PHOTOGRAPH BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

Cape May Sports Memorabilia LOCATED IN CAPE MAY AT ANTIQUES EMPORIA 405 W. PERRY STREET

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Large selection of high quality vintage sports cards & memorabilia at reasonable prices.

• Current Stars, Hall of Famers and Rookies • • Certified Autographed Items • • Vintage Yearbooks, Programs and Publications •

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A Very Zombie Christmas

“I Saw Mommy...,” chapter two of Terry O’Brien’s chilling holiday short story

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The Pratt House, Washington Street, 3:18am: FFICER Kermy Torres looked in the rear view; Little Jimmy Pratt, five years old, sat wrapped in a blanket, sipping at his hot chocolate.

“How you feeling, buddy?”

Jimmy scratched at his nose. “Good, warm. I miss my mommy.”

Kermy cringed. “I know, kid. We’re gonna find her for you, don’t you worry.”

It was all a lie, of course; mommy was nowhere to be found, presumably dead, though the last 40 minutes had completely altered Kermy’s understanding of the word.

“How’s that hot chocolate?”

“Yummy.”

“It smells yummy.”

The kid was lucky to be alive, glimpsed by chance out of the corner of a neighbor’s eye in the school playground, swiftly freezing to death, sent there by his mother in a desperate, dying act, to save her only son. Mothers.

He had left Jimmy at the neighbor’s to warm up and get the once-over from the EMT while he scoped out the house. In it he found only death, the father’s mangled corpse and copious amounts of blood. The mother’s. The father didn’t have any. Because a few hours earlier he’d been on a slab at the morgue.

Kermy shuddered. His heart broke for the kid.

He was waiting on the all-clear from the EMT. The blue lights from the bus washed over the driveway. A few neighbors stood in their doorways. Even Christmas couldn’t dissuade the rubberneckers.

“Ever been to a police station?” Kermy asked the kid.

“Me? I never even been in a police car.

Well, not ’til just now. It’s cool. I like the gun.”

Jimmy nodded at the pump shotgun racked behind Kermy’s seat.

“I know. Cool, right?” He swallowed down a lump. “So listen, I looked all through the house for your mommy…”

“Daddy ate her.”

He clenched his jaw. “Well, I couldn’t find her. So we’re going to go to the police station and try to reach your grandparents.”

“Don’t have any,” Jimmy said. “They all died when mommy and daddy were little.”

“Okay, pal.”

Not a Christmas the kid would look back upon fondly.

A tap at the window; the EMT. He rolled it down. Jimmy snuggled deeper in the blanket.

In the house, he found copious amounts of blood. The mother’s. The father didn’t have any. Because a few hours earlier he’d been on a slab at the morgue.

“He’s okay,” the EMT said, documents pinned to a metal clipboard. “Minor frostbite to the extremities. Some cuts and scrapes.

Otherwise fine. He’s a tough kid.”

Kermy nodded; the kid was tough, and he was going to get tougher. Like it or not.

The EMT handed over a clipboard, Kermy scribbled a signature.

“So what now?” the EMT asked.

Kermy shrugged, “No grandparents, no family in the area. For now I’ll take him to the station, see what’s what.”

The EMT replied, “Good luck. Big nor’easter moving in, supposed to dump a foot, maybe more. Parkway’s gonna be glass.

No one’s going to get in or out by morning.”

Kermy had heard the weather report.

Cape May was one of the few towns in America where you could go into a sports bar on a Sunday afternoon and find 10 TVs with the Eagles game and the other 10 with the Weather Channel.

“I’ll see you when I see you,” Kermy said.

The EMT climbed into his rig and left.

“I’m hungry,” Jimmy said absently.

Kermy turned to him, “We’ve got a candy machine at the station; I’ll get you anything you want.”

Jimmy’s eyes went wide, “Anything?”

Kermy swallowed a lump. “Anything. It’s

Christmas. You all buckled up?”

“Yes sir, Officer Torres.”

“Call me Kermy.”

Jimmy chuckled, “That’s what Miss Piggy calls Kermit the Frog.”

Kermy smiled, “That’s who I’m named after. My parents didn’t know much English when they got here and Sesame Street was how they learned.”

“Cool…”

“Right?”

He flicked on his red-and-blues and pulled from the driveway. The dark house receded in the rearview.

“Can you turn the siren on?” Jimmy asked.

“A little late for that buddy, but when we get to the station I’ll let you play with our megaphone; that’s got a siren on it.”

“Awesome.”

As they passed the house, Kermy thought he saw a curtain move, but decided it was just the heebie-jeebies. They never covered this at the academy, he thought, keeping on to the nearby station. It would not be a restful night.

The Pratt House, Washington Street, 12:19am: LISA Pratt could only lay there as the last of her life ebbed out, pinned under the weight of

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A Very Zombie Christmas ? From Page 59 her twice-dead husband. She had done what she could, said her prayers and sent her child away to safety. It would be up to others now to move him along through life.

She wept as the crawling numbness consumed her. Her breath grew more rapid and shallow. This was it; the end.

Bright stars popped in her eyes, darkness seeped into the edge of her vision and an icy mist settled over her, as if blown in from the ocean she loved so much. There was no pain, just cold. Her breaths came slower until there were none; one long exhale, no strength to inhale. The stars stopped flaring. And then all was black.

Lisa was gone.

A moment. Two. Then the buzzing. And the heat.

“Guh!” the body formerly known as Lisa cried and its body jolted to life. Or something like it. Awake. “Muh…” There was no thought, only the heat and the buzzing, more furious by the moment.

The body tried to stand, but the corpse of her twice-dead husband on her chest would not allow it. She (or, more accurately, it) lifted the body up and off with inhuman strength. Once,

twice an attempt to gain its feet, slipping in the slick blood. The third time it rose, finding its legs like a newborn colt.

It looked down at the other body and felt something akin to sorrow, but all emotion was replaced only with the heat and the buzzing.

And the hunger.

The hunger.

An image appeared in its dead brain. A child. A boy. It felt more than it thought the word — Jimmy — and a gnawing hunger rose up in a heartless wave. Its innards trembled below, hanging out of its belly. It pushed them back into the ragged hole and remembered the other body chewing at her.

It craned its head, trying to see, but all was red and yellow and pain, fire in the eyes. There was only instinct. Outside. The boy. Feed.

The buzzing grew louder and compelled it to move, but it refused, the image of the boy flared again.

Jimmy…

It moaned, a wailing moan of sadness and despair.

Fight...

It tore at its own flesh and howled. Then another image.

The room…

In her living days, Lisa Pratt found the idea of a panic room in their idyllic mansion

an absurdity. Now, the Lisa-thing recognized it as the only way to keep the last vestige of her personhood.

Out of the kitchen to the living room, the small bookcase. It pulled the case aside to reveal a seamless, almost invisible door. Next to it a keypad glowed. From muscle memory it mashed the keys until the door unlocked. It winced at the dim lighting, stepped inside, and shouldered the door shut. It locked.

Exhausted, mother versus monster, it collapsed to the floor. As darkness overtook it noticed the blinking red button on the wall; the alarm. It would bring the police. It would bring flesh. Its guts roiled.

No… The red light blinked, blinked, blinked. It closed its eyes. The end of Lisa Pratt.

Its eyes opened.

Lafayette and Madison Streets, 3:21am: THE last thing Officer Todd Reagen wanted to do was take a 911 call. He just wanted to sip his spiked egg nog and doze off in his toasty cruiser in the Tolz lot on Lafayette. Who the hell has an emergency in the middle of the night on Christmas Eve, anyway?

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“Dispatch-601,” the radio squawked. “Do you copy?

Domestic central station alarm at one-one-four-three Washington.”

He keyed his collar mic, “601 copy. Isn’t 670 on site?”

Torres was already there.

Why couldn’t he investigate?

“670 is working on a 10-65,” came the staticky reply.

Todd sighed: “10-4, en route.”

He fired up the cruiser, swung out of the lot a few hundred yards down Lafayette and turned, illegally, onto Queen Street and threw it into park.

He didn’t love being a cop; in his heart, he’d always wanted to be a writer, but he loved the little perks that came with the job; free Wawa coffee, speed anywhere you want, and no going around the block when the wrong way down a oneway street will do.

He keyed the mic, “601-dispatch, I’m on-site.”

“Dispatch copy.”

With a deep sigh he zipped up his jacket, cinched his cap and stepped from the cruiser.

The Pratt house was on the other side of Washington, across from Queen, the front facing away on an odd angle so the rear deck was visible from the street. He saw the flashing lights of the ambulance in the driveway opposite and grew a little more ticked that Torres couldn’t just handle the distress call himself, but protect and serve and all that, so he crossed Washington, which the wind blew down like a tunnel. He ambled up onto the back porch, where the grill looked like it cost more than his car. Annoyed, he turned to the door; it was ajar.

Must have been where the kid ducked out.

He stepped inside where it was slightly warmer; the open door and the busted kitchen window, which he could see through the large dining room, aired the place out but good.

He keyed the collar mic, “601-dispatch, location of the

distress call please?”

The answer came back, “Central station says living area, behind a bluff wall.”

“10-4.”

He walked slowly through a den, replete with huge TV and home theater system with tiered movie house seating, and into the largest room, which he assumed was the living room. He drew his pistol; there against the middle wall was the book case, at an angle, as if swung out on a hinge, which it probably was. The room was dark but for the intermittent blue flashing of the ambulance lights out front. He heard the bus door slam and the rig pull out, followed by Torres’ police cruiser.

He pulled a curtain aside and watched them leave.

“Christ…” he muttered as a little boy in the cruiser looked out the back window.

Suddenly he felt like a complete ass for being such a tool.

His own mother had passed away recently, and if there’s one thing he knew, it was that every boy needs his mom.

Thump…

The noise came from behind and his heart leapt. The sound was hollow, from inside the wall.

“Huh…” He’d assumed from all the radio traffic he’d caught that this would be a recovery mission, not a rescue. But there was no doubt the sound emanated from inside the wall, inside the panic room.

“Hold on!”

Both hands on his weapon he did a quick sweep of the rest of the house; clear. Back to the living room, he swung the book case out further with a booted foot, pistol at the ready. Behind the case was a door. Had he not known it was there he never would have seen it. Set into the wall was a keypad, the words PLEASE ENTER CODE glowed blue against the black screen. A brief exchange with dispatch and he had the code.

Inside, the steel door a bolt released with a smooth click, like

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A Very Zombie Christmas ? From Page 62 a safe; unlocked. A firm push, a hiss of air, and it receded a bit.

“Miss Pratt? Officer Todd Reagan, Cape May Police. Please step away from the door.”

He pushed it open further, but not all the way, “Miss Pratt?”

Through the crack he saw a faint blinking red light. Between blinks the room was black.

“I’m coming in…” he said.

Steeled, he envisioned several scenarios; Miss Pratt dead on the floor, the thump having come from a pet cat, Miss Pratt being held at gunpoint by a deranged assailant, Miss Pratt sipping tea and watching Dancing With the Stars, and others with alternately happy or sad endings.

He stepped into the room.

The walls were bare save for the alarm panel just inside the door.

“Miss Pratt?”

The words echoed and died quickly in the cold room. Off and on the light blinked, bathing the room in alternating shades of red and black. Then he saw her.

“Miss Pratt, are you okay?”

She was standing in the furthest corner, the weakest light, only her legs visible.

“Miss Pratt I’m going to turn on my flashlight, you just stay where you are.”

He holstered the pistol and withdrew the flashlight from his belt. He buttoned it on, the beam of light revealed a light, frostlike mist. And blood.

He keyed the mic: “601-dispacth, turn that bus around.”

“Dispatch copy.”

“Miss Pratt, you just hold on, I’m going to…”

The words stuck in his throat as he swung the flashlight up to her face. He did not understand what he saw; a woman, yet an empty shell. Lifeless, yet fiery eyes that pierced him.

It shrieked against the light.

“Miss Pratt…”

It was on him.

The attack sudden and vicious, it went for his eyes.

“Wait!” Its thumbs pressed through one, then the other eyeball, which popped like grapes.

The pain was immense but shortlived as it dug deeper into his brain and all went black. But it did not stop. Frantically it dug at his eyes and face until the bones gave way and his skull cracked like an egg. It tossed his face away and ate hungrily at the exposed meat of his brain, bits of skull crunching noisily between its teeth.

This was a scenario Todd Reagan had not envisioned.

Spilker Funeral Home, Washington Street, 9:13pm: THE shadowy figure stood hidden in his vaguely military jumpsuit and watched as Dennis Spilker, boyishly handsome, finished his night’s work. He was having a busy week as far as Cape May funeral directors go; a flu outbreak at the senior’s complex had claimed seven lives, three others had passed from cancer, aortal aneurysm, cirrhosis of the liver. Another had choked to death on a scallop at the Lobster House.

Dennis’ assistant, a leggy blonde of dubious skill, had left early for a Christmas party, leaving him with the bulk of the work.

Luckily, he had developed a master’s touch and timing, and all 11 stiffs were prepped and ready for their viewings. The shadowy figure admired this work ethic and so decided not to kill him.

With a final look at each corpse, Dennis left the room and flicked off the lights. As at the medical examiner’s office earlier that night, the shadowy figure was now alone with his test subjects. The first go-round had gone swimmingly; now was the time for group study. If this went well he could then sell his invention on the open market. The bidding would be fast and furious.

With visions of dollars dancing round his head he set to the task of injecting the cadavers and waiting.

He would not be disappointed.

Next Week: The 12 Zombies

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The Answer Lady

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HE Answer Lady invites inquiries from gentle readers on all manner of relationship quandaries, matters of the heart and ethics. If you’d like to send a query, write to info@exitzero.us.

Dear Answer Lady My husband, children and I have always spent Christmas Eve and morning with my parents, who live close by. We usually spend Thanksgiving with my husband’s parents, who live in Pennsylvania, and we also usually head up there during the week between Christmas and New Year’s. Well, my husband’s parents retired here to Cape May a few months back, and the pressure is on to spend Christmas with them now. Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE my in-laws, and of course we want to spend more time with them now that they’re in the neighborhood. But I can already hear my mother freaking out about breaking our holiday traditions... Suggestions appreciated. — Stressed Out Dear Stressed You do not indicate the ages of your children, gentle reader, so the Answer Lady

Wise answers to perplexing questions

cannot imagine how many years you have been running around like this at the holidays — already such a stressful time. Throw in the added strain of dragging young children (and their accoutrements) to someone else’s house — particularly at a distance, and it would have even the most sane among us drinking our eggnog from a 72-ounce Slurpee cup with a jumbo straw. We have several other options here. Surely it has occurred to you to spend Christmas in your own house, and to play host to your parents and/or in-

laws? The Answer Lady will venture further out on this limb to assume that your in-laws and your parents play nicely together; perhaps everyone could gather at either of their homes, now that you are all within striking — uh, socializing — distance. Have a frank chat with your mother and motherin-law (separately). Traditions are lovely and important; complete inflexibility is not.

Stand your ground, and be prepared to negotiate the specifics. And always remember that a “no” usually sounds much better when it’s followed by a “but how about this?”

Dear Answer Lady Every year I hint like CRAZY to my husband about what I want for Christmas, every year I’m disappointed. How do we break this cycle? — Dashed Expectations Dear Dashed Like this: “Dear Honey — Here’s what I want for Christmas: 1000 Mile Wolverine boots by Samantha Pleet from Casale’s, size 7.5, a gift certificate from Pink, and a massage at Cape May Day Spa. Thank you – XO.” You can adjust the number of Xs and Os. Tape note to television. You’re welcome.

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’Twas the night before Christmas, and all over town People were walking around with a frown.

“I’ve been to the shops and I’ve been to the mall, I’ve scoured each one, the large and the small.

All the gifts look the same, and nowhere I seek Can I find a present that’s really unique.

I want ornaments, music boxes and books of the best; Scarves, jewelry and teapots that are not like the rest.”

Then they heard Santa say, “Before it’s too late, Try the Carriage House Shop at the Physick Estate.”

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The Movie Column

This week, Tom Sims, Executive Director of Cape May Film Society, previews in-theater films this holiday season

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HE new animated film from DreamWorks, Rise of the Guardians, brings together the legends of childhood: North (or Santa Claus voiced by Alec Baldwin), the Easter Bunny (Hugh Jackman), the Tooth Fairy (Isla Fisher), and Sandman (who is silent throughout). These are the guardians of childhood, protectors of the innocent.

The arch-nemesis of the guardians (and childhood itself really) pays a visit to the North Pole. Who is the enemy? None other than the Boogie Man of course (in this story, his name is Pitch — as in Pitch Black, played by Jude Law). Pitch is ready to reclaim his dominion over childhood— claiming that the time has never been more appropriate (since his last appearance in the Dark Ages) to resurface and strike fear in the hearts children everywhere.

Jack Frost (played by Chris Pine) is the relative newcomer to the guardians, having been selected by the Man on the Moon (sort of their boss, also silent) to join the team.

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It’s the kids who save the day in Rise of the Guardians Frost is reluctant at first as he is unsure the reason he was chosen in the first place.

In the end, there are very few surprises — Frost gets to understand his place, saved is the day (and children everywhere), etc, etc.

The film is one wild ride after another.

I’m not big into video games, but my family is. I’ve watched the more sophisticated games where there is a little story involved before the main character goes to “the next level.” There are times in this film where

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you’re wondering if it all wasn’t put together to sell a video game — because the dialogue and story line are simply not that compelling. The voices for this film are among Hollywood’s elite yet somehow they’re all a little underutilized. This is especially true of Baldwin, whose Santa has such a thick accent that a lot of the actor’s truly amazing comedic talent is unused.

So my recommendation may baffle you. If you have a little kid, take them to see this movie (just don’t expect to be overly impressed yourself). There are great chase scenes, scary (but not too scary) confrontations, and the tooth fairies are completely adorable — oh and kids end up saving the day. The film never does “rise” to become poignant regarding its message of combating fear in our lives, especially unfounded fears that advertisers and politicians seem to prey on every day. Did we not just finish an election year driven by statements pandering to our fears? But yeah, okay I’m over it — so go see this movie with your kids (at least they’ll have a good time!).

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What’s Your Story?

Every week, we ask: Who the heck are you and what are you doing here?

Who are you and what do you do? I’m Barry Tischler, owner of Kaleidoscope on the Washington Street Mall.

What are you up to today?

I’m on my way to the Pilot House for a drink.

Special Occasion? Oh, just a daily trip to the Pilot for a drink.

How did you end up in Cape May? I came here 32 years ago from Pittsburgh. It’s a wonderful town, and good for business. We started Kaleidoscope in 1980, and we’ve had ups and downs.

Was 2012 an up or down?

It’s been steady. The hurricane hurt just a little bit.

Best seller? These capes!

What is your favorite Charles Dickens story? Probably A Christmas Carol.

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The Ultimate Cape May Activity Guide

Whether you want family fun, or a romantic night out, you will find the answer in here... get reading!

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HE holiday season is upon us... okay, it’s been upon us since before Halloween when certain radio stations started playing Christmas tunes 24/7. (How many versions of “Frosty the Snowman” are there??) But now it’s really upon us, and Cape May is a hub for holiday happenings... from tre-lightings to breakfasts with the big guy. So pour yourself a cup of hot chocolate, pop in your DVD of It’s a Wonderful Life (or go buy one if you don’t already have it, because that’s unacceptable), and read all about what’s happening on Cape Island this winter. For more information on any of the events you see below, contact the MidAtlantic Center for the Arts and Humanities at 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278, or visit capemaymac.org.

Through December 30 Cape May Stage presents A Tuna Christmas: It’s 24 hours before Christmas and times are tough. Bertha Bumiller’s drunken husband hasn’t come home, her kids are messes, and a

Admission is $35 for adults, $30 for seniors (62 and over), and $15 for students.

December 7-9 Cape May Wine Weekend: Triple your enjoyment by packaging together a four-course Wine Tasting Dinner at the Washington Inn Friday evening, a Saturday afternoon Winery Cellar Tour at Cape May Winery and a Sunday Wine School Class, It’s a weekend of total indulgence, and what better time to indulge in delicious food and drink than the holidays? Admission is $135 (gratuity not included).

Christmas Phantom is destroying the town’s decorations. Two actors, 12 days of Christmas, and 24 hilarious characters will put a jingle in your sleigh. Performance schedule is as follows: Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 3pm and 8pm, Sundays at 3pm, and Thursdays at 8pm. The Cape May Stage theater is located at The Robert Shackleton Playhouse on the corner of Bank and Lafayette Streets.

December 8 39th Annual Christmas Candlelight House Tour: This self-guided tour, the main attraction of Cape May’s festive holiday season, features homes, inns, hostels and churches decorated for the holidays, plus caroling, strolling musicians and good old-fashioned cheer. Hospitality centers offer warm bev-

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Includes admission to the Physick Estate. Continuous shuttle service on heated trolleys. The tour will be held from 5:30 to 8:30pm. Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for children, ages 3 to 12.

On November 1, 2012, a reception was held at the North Cape May offices of Cape Regional Physicians Associates to celebrate my retirement.

I was overwhelmed by the number of people who responded to my retirement with gifts, cards, words of encouragement and friendship.

To all of my patients, I say, “Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

You will always be a part of my life.

Sincerely Dr. Mike Maroldo

Brunch, Bingo, and Lace: C’mon girls… Leave the kids and your significant other behind and join us for a morning of brunch, bingo and a fashion show just for you from the lovely ladies at Cape May’s Lace Silhouettes and the Cotton Company, held at the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean Street. Admission is $25. Starts at 9:30am.

Breakfast With Santa: At 10am, enjoy a family-friendly breakfast buffet at the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean Street. Kids will have a chance to give Santa their wishlists. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children, ages 3 to 12.

December 9 Cape May Wine School — “It’s All In The Bubbles: Sparkling Wine for The Holidays”: Before you pop the cork, prepare for holiday celebrations with a tasting of sparkling wines at the Washington Inn at 1pm. Admission is $30.

December 14 Mad Batter Wine Dinner — Happy Holidays: Celebrate the holidays early with a festive five-course dinner paired with a selection of wines at the Mad Batter restaurant. Dinner is limited to 60, will begin at 7:30pm, and costs $75 per person (tax and gratuity included).

December 15 39th Annual Christmas Candlelight House Tour: This selfguided tour, the main attraction of Cape May’s festive holiday season, features homes, inns, hostels and churches decorated for the holidays, plus caroling, strolling musicians and good

old-fashioned cheer. Hospitality centers offer warm beverages and home-baked treats. Includes admission to the Physick Estate.

Continuous shuttle service on heated trolleys. The tour will be held from 5:30 to 8:30pm. Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for children, ages 3 to 12.

Breakfast With Santa: At 10am, enjoy a family-friendly breakfast buffet at the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean Street. Kids will have a chance to give Santa their wishlists. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children, ages 3 to 12.

December 26, 27 Chef’s Dine-Arounds: After all the cooking and cleaning you’ve done preparing for holiday company, you’re ready for someone else to do the work! At these events, you’ll enjoy a five-course gourmet feast, with each course served in one of Cape May’s premier restaurants. Wine will be provided with each course, with a representative from the sponsoring winery on hand to explain the pairings. A trolley shutle between restaurants is provided.

The dine-arounds start at 6pm and cost $125 per person (gratuity included). Reserve early; dine-arounds are limited to 34.

December 29 Cape May Wine Trail: Spend the afternoon visiting Cape May County’s wineries and sampling the unique flavors of each. First, enjoy lunch at Lucky Bones Backwater Grille, 1200 Route 109, and then take the trolley shuttle to Natali Vineyards and Hawk Haven Vineyard and Winery, where you’ll learn about viniculture and visit the tasting rooms. $60 per person includes lunch and wine tastings. Event runs from 12-5pm.

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A weekly column by Catherine Dugan. This week: Breakfast With Santa.

OME to Cape May and feed your holiday spirit — have Breakfast with Santa. The legend of Santa Claus dates back to about the fourth century, but, in his current form, Santa is a creation of the Victorian age.

The big guy’s legend is based on a Turkish monk named Nicholas, who used the money he inherited to feed the poor.

Nicholas was one of the most popular Catholic saints, and he remained a popular figure even after the Protestant reformation, especially in The Netherlands. Santa Claus came to America in 1804 when John Pintard distributed images of Santa — complete with stockings hung by the fire — to his friends in New York. Clement C. Moore published his poem, “A Visit from Saint Nicholas,” in 1823. A Philadelphia merchant named Parkinson hired a man dressed as Kris Kringle to climb the chimney of his store in 1841, and in 1863 Thomas Nast created his pictures of Santa as a chubby red-and-white clad elf for Harper’s Magazine. By 1897, when the New York

Kira and Leo Moryakov gave SC their wish lists at Congress Hall’s breakfast with Santa last year Sun assured little Virginia O’Halloran that yes, there is a Santa Claus, the myth was complete, and Santa became an American Christmas staple. The eight reindeer came along in the 1930s, and Rudolph joined the family in the 1940s, to promote Montgomery Ward department stores.

Santa has been criticized as a symbol of commercialism, and in fact, he has been used to promote Coca-Cola, razors, mineral water, candy, and more. And yet, as the editor of the Sun assured Vir-

ginia, Santa is primarily a symbol of “love and generosity and devotion,” destined to “make glad the heart of childhood” for all eternity.

You can make a child’s heart glad this holiday season — take her to breakfast with the legend himself in Cape May. Congress Hall’s Winter Wonderland features Breakfast with Santa from 9am to 11am.

Adults are $14.95, children $9.95, and tots under three are free. You can also catch a train ride and shop in the Holiday Village.

Call 609- 888-944-1816 for more information. Santa also visits the breakfast buffet at the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean Street, where he reads a story and accepts Christmas lists. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children. Or, for $8, catch a trolley ride with Mrs Claus and enjoy stories and songs as you tour Cape May, and pop in to see Santa at the Carriage House at the Physick Estate. For more information, call MAC at 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278.

Come and see Santa, if you’ve been even the tiniest bit good.

Next week: Search the beach for sea glass

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Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal

Three beautiful dogs from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 465-8923

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ROCKY hates the shelter. It makes him nervous and stressed out... which is unfair for an older gent. Luckily, one of the shelter employees fostered him for a bit, but he needs a permanent home. He’s mellow; Rocky loves the television and the couch, so he’s perfect for you. That’s right... you. No other dogs please, he wants to be the only object of your affection. The adoption fee is $95.

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By definition Upcycling is the process of converting waste materials or useless products into new materials or products of better quality or a higher environmental value.

Join Center Director and obsessed repurposer, Gretchen Whitman, for this series of crafting workshops where you will take found objects and transform them into top-quality home goods and garden art. The projects list and the needed supplies will be provided at the first workshop.

Bring your ideas as well to share with your classmates.

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KIDS CAN! EXPO

A special family event sponsored by the nature center every February

Sunday, February 24 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m .

Celebrate winter with our full day of games, exhibits, live animals, crafts, entertainment, learning, and FUN for kids of all ages.

Many environmental groups and cultural organizations will be participating and providing activities. Volunteers from the Kiwanis Club of Cape May will be serving good things to eat.

Stage performances will take place throughout the day. And, don’t miss our nature exhibits and live animals. Join us for the FUN! Walk-ins welcome.

The location is Cape May City Elementary School, 921 Lafayette St., in Cape May. Cost of admission: $6 per person (children under 3 are free)

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Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal

Three beautiful cats from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 465-8923

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APE May Stage’s holiday hit, A Tuna Christmas, is getting rave reviews from audience members. “It’s the funniest Christmas show I’ve ever seen!” gushed one. “Christmas has never been so funny.”

In the play, master comedians Jody Cook and Turner Crumbley bring their deft comedic timing, trademark characterizations, and split-second costume changing abilities. The two portray all 24 citizens of Tuna, the third smallest town in Texas, where the Lion’s Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies! It’s 24 hours before Christmas and times are tough. Bertha Bumiller’s drunken husband hasn’t come home, her kids are messes, and a Christmas phantom is destroying the town’s decorations. Add a disaster-prone production of A Christmas Carol, and you’ve got holiday fare that would tickle the funny bones of even the most bah-humbug Scrooges out there.

Playing Thursdays through Saturdays at 8pm and Saturdays and Sundays at 3pm, A Tuna Christmas is your chance to stuff your stocking with a tuna surprise this holiday season! The fun ends at the end of the year.

Need to save a few dollars? HalfPrice Senior Matinée is December 9, when seniors will see this hilarious show only $15.

Be sure to order your tickets soon, as HalfPrice matinées sell out quickly.

On December 10, star of A Tuna Christmas, Jody Cook, brings 37 Stories in Which I Come Off Badly to the Second Stage. The stories are funny, sad, and hard to believe,

Turner Crumbley and Jody Cook star in the hilarious holiday comeday, A Tuna Christmas, playing now at the Robert Shackleton Playhouse. Robert J Martin but entirely true. Join Jody in a cabaret performance at the Robert Shackleton Playhouse as he exposes his tortured soul and unburdens his cold heart with a tear in one eye and a smirk in the other. This singular cabaret features music by Kander and Ebb, Stephen Sondheim, Jule Styne, David Yazbek, Charles Strouse, Vernon Duke, John LaTouche, Burt Bacharach, and more.

Saturday, December 8 is your opportunity to enjoy a complimentary concert of carolers, meet the staff of Cape May Stage, and tour the historic Robert Shackleton Playhouse. Made possible by the PNC

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Foundation, this is the chance for families and students to purchase discounted tickets for a special PNC Arts Alive sponsored performance of the hilarious A Tuna Christmas, taking place on December 26 at 8pm.

In addition, it’s a perfect opportunity to stock up on Cape May Stage merchandise, gift certificates, and subscriptions for the 2013 season.

There is always something delightful going on at the Robert Shackleton Playhouse. See capemaystage.org or call 8841341 for more information.

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The weekly report from the world’s birdwatching capital... by Seymore Thanu

O BUY or not to buy a spotting scope? That is the question, the perennial question faced by all bird watchers. The answer is not a universal “YES.” Surprised?

You needn’t be. Fact is, a spotting scope (also called a telescope) is a specialty instrument...

It vaults great distances, making very distant objects appear near at hand. It confers supernatural intimacy with living things, offering views of nature that are surreal!

For example, have you ever seen a honeybee nectaring on a flower? Sure you have.

BUT, have you seen one from a distance of... oh... 2.2 inches. TWO INCHES!!! You can see every grain of pollen on their face. You can pretty near see your reflection in their multichambered eye!

Yes. That’s the kind of view you can get of a honeybee from a distance of 11 feet using a Swarovski spotting scope at 60x (that’s 60 power magnification). A microscopic view!

Heck, I’m willing to bet you can’t even focus on something two inches from your eyeball.

But with the right spotting scope you can.

I know. You’re salivating. Can’t wait to bring your eyes up to one of these reality trumping, physics nullifying instruments.

But you should wait. You should wait until you are sure that better binoculars (not a spotting scope) aren’t what you really need.

FACT: half of the people who come into the Cape May Bird Observatory store to buy a spotting scope go out with binoculars instead.

Why? Because gaining supernatural intimacy wasn’t as important as gaining the functional intimacy they lacked. Plainly speaking, these scope-struck individuals had stinky binoculars. They knew they couldn’t find (much less see) things other people were seeing. They assumed it was because their binoculars didn’t give them enough “power” or “magnification.”

Nope. The power had nothing to do with it. The problem was the binocular. It offered a lousy image. Or it didn’t focus close enough.

Or it took too long to focus. Or it was as ergonomic as a cinder block. Or it... You get the idea. But do you get the point? Yes, a spotting scope, in the right application, is a wonderful tool. But for most people, for most birding situations, a quality binocular trumps.

Consider this. Much of a person’s birding is done in woodlands. Spotting scopes are only marginally useful in woodland situations (and useful only in the hands of those skilled at using spotting scopes).

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Bird Droppings ? From Page 95 Consider this. In Cape May, much of the birding hereabouts is focused upon birds in flight. It takes a very skilled person to find a small bird in a mapless blue sky using a spotting scope.

Binoculars are quick, nimble, portable, easy to use and... Binoculars don’t require a tripod. Since tripod and tripod head combinations range from $200 to $1,200, look at all the money you are saving by not buying a spotting scope.

How much are spotting scopes? Between $500 and $4,000. You can buy a lot of binocular for that kind of money. In fact, you could buy several.

Which is another reason to buy quality binoculars instead of a spotting scope. If you buy a spotting scope for the family, only one person can look at a time. One look. Bird flies. Everybody’s mad at the person who got the look. But, if everyone has binoculars, it’s WOW all around.

Yet, honesty compels me to say, there’s even more WOW in a spotting scope. More intimacy. More envy on the part of non-scope using birders.

Haven’t helped you decide at all, have

The spotting scope is an excellent birding tool, but it’s not for everyone...

I? Well, maybe you should just try both and decide for yourself. And the place to start (and finish) is the Cape May Bird Observatory. THE place for all your nature needs and some pretty cool holiday gifts as well. CMBO, located at 701 East Lake Drive overlooking Lake Lily in Cape May Point (609-8842736), is open six days a week from 9:30am to 4:30pm (closed on Tuesdays) for your shopping convenience. You can ask the staff for help, you can look through every pair of binoculars and you can look through all of the spotting scopes we have on display. Or just

browse around; I’m sure something will catch your eye. You could pick up a FREE birding map, checklist, even a few holiday gifts. Like some bargains in the used and vintage books section, some wonderful Charley Harper merchandise including a terrific lithograph done just for the Cape May Bird Observatory (which is FREE when you become a member), or pick up some of the newest HAWKS in Flight clothing for your wardrobe. Our staff are always willing to help with any questions.

Then you can make your holiday list and if you’ve been good, I mean really, really good — like haven’t cheated on your taxes good, or never lied about staying out after curfew good — then maybe, just maybe, you can look forward to someone checking those items off your list! And, for those who need more time to decide CMBO also has gift cards available.

See BirdCapeMay.org for more info.

Seymore Thanu is none other than New Jersey’s own Pete Dunne, Director of the Cape May Bird Observatory and Chief Communications Officer for New Jersey Audubon. Pete uses his talents and energy to make the natural world real for others. Author of several books on and about nature (available at CMBO) he weaves information, insight and even fantasy into a net that captures minds and hearts.

He has written for virtually every birding publication and for The New York Times.

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Homespun Holidays

WEEKENDS in DECEMBER through Sunday the 23rd FREE ADMISSION The Country Store is open 11am-3pm. Browse a unique collection of heritage goods, holiday gifts, artisan wares, handmade items, jewelry and much more.

Meet Father Christmas from 12-2pm!

Enjoy freshly baked goods at the Village bakery, horse and carriage rides through the festively decorated grounds, and visit the Welcome Center for a model railway exhibit.

Cape Island Theatre Company presents

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SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS, DECEMBER 1-16: 3pm at the

Old Grange Restaurant by Tony Clark

Donations to Volunteers in Medicine accepted in lieu of ticket sales. Doors open at 2:30pm.

First come, first served.

Historic Cold Spring Village has received funding through grants from the New Jersey Historical Commission and the Division of Travel and Tourism in the Department of State.

Funding has been received through a grant from the New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism.

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THE MEADOWS AT CAPE ISLAND 506 St. James Place, Cape May End Unit 3 BR, 2.5 BA, gas f/p, att garage, In-ground pool on site, professionally managed. $499,000

PRESTIGIOUS LOCATION 1608 Maryland Avenue Cape May 4 BR, 3.5 BA, gas f/p, elevator, furnished, great rental. $1,595,000

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THE BLAKE HOUSE built circa 1865 640 Hughes Street Cape May Total of 10 BR, 6 BA, 2 half baths, cac, furnished. $1,390,000

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11 Beach Avenue Cape May Sandpiper Beach Club One Bedroom from $450,000 Two Bedrooms from $769,900

810 Cape Avenue, Cape May Point Lovely Home with Oversized Lot 4 bedrooms, 2 baths $579,000

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658 Washington Street Unit A, Cape May Lovely Condo in an Artfully Restored Building 1 bedroom, 1 bath $225,000

690 Townbank Road, Cold Spring Historic Farmhouse with Modern Feel 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths $269,000

21 Hyannis Drive, Tranquility Spacious Two Story Home 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $295,000

615 Broadway, West Cape May Unique Floor Plan 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $595,000

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118 ELLIOTT ROAD NORTH CAPE MAY 3 BR/2 BA on a 70 x 130 Lot OFFERED AT $169,000

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Sol Needles Real Estate

1621 BEACH AVENUE, CAPE MAY VICTORIA’S WALK CONDOMINIUMS UNIT #103 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, Fireplace, central a/c, oceanview deck, heated swimming pool, parking and excellent rental history $669,000

21 SECOND AVENUE, CAPE MAY Large 3 story home just 3 houses from the beach; 5 bedroom, 3 bath home featuring large, state-of – the-art kitchen, central a/c, detached 2 car garage and plenty of parking plus great rental income. $1,700,000.

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501 BEACH AVENUE, CAPE MAY MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE CONDO-TEL

Amenities such as a pool, on-site restaurant and management, and ocean views. $129,900 - $320,000

314 STITES AVENUE, CAPE MAY POINT Convention Hall

4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath NEW CONSTRUCTION. Two master suites, open floor plan, wood floors, gas fireplace, and so much more! $829,000

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Homes Of The Week

Check out these beautiful homes in the Cape May area

1528 YACHT AVENUE UNIT 1, CAPE MAY

416 S. BROADWAY, CAPE MAY. “COPPER FISH RESTAURANT”

1250 WASHINGTON ST. CAPE MAY

933 COLUMBIA AVE. UNIT A-1, CAPE MAY

219 BROADWAY BAYSIDE VILLAGE

This picturesque 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is located on a corner lot. Home features a 4 season room filled with windows, dining room, large kitchen, finished basement with TV game room, laundry room and shower. $609,000.

Beautifully maintained, this one level unit offers living room, dining room with access to an open deck, kitchen with upgraded appliances, master bedroom with private full bathroom, a second bedroom and a second full bathroom.

This is a very nicely furnished unit. Columbia Gardens has a pool, and each unit has two assigned parking spaces as well as an independent storage unit for bikes and beach chairs.

Convenient for walking to the beach, shopping, and restaurants. This unit has a good rental history. $469,900

Lovely home just a short stroll to the Bay featuring three large bedrooms, with plenty of closet space, two new baths with ceramic tile, and new hardwood floors on first floor. There is an enclosed rear patio with storage, outside shower, inground pool. $177,700.

New listing! Nautical architectural masterpiece designed and constructed by WKR Construction Co., Inc. Unparalleled in design and integrity, this highly customized 2 BR/3.5 BA waterfront townhouse with large boat-slip is situated in the heart of Historic Cape May’s Marina District on eclectic Yacht Avenue.

Stunning, expansive views of the Cape May Harbor are the focus from most of the home’s interior and exterior elegant living spaces. Five decks with spectacular views! $1,399,000

The Whilldin-Miller House was added to the Historic Register in 2003. Currently run as the restaurant Copper Fish, this building has plenty of parking. The original portion of the home features heavy timber frame, random pine width floors, a walk-in fireplace with the original cooking crane and an adjacent warming oven.

There is a modern kitchen, a bar (no liquor license), 4 dining rooms, 3 baths, office space and plenty of storage. $1,395,000

DeSatnick Real Estate 1001 Lafayette Street Cape May (609) 884-1300 desatnickrealestate.com

Coastline Realty Carol Menz, Broker (609) 884-5005 1400 Texas Ave., Cape May coastlinerealty.com

Coldwell Banker Sol Needles 512 Washington St. Mall Cape May (609) 884-8428 cbcapemay.com

33 LOCHALSH LANE RIO GRANDE

31 WALNUT AVENUE, VILLAS

Opportunity knocks in The Gatherings at Cape May. This bright and airy Beazer Augusta ranch home is only 3 years old.

It features a great room, sun room, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, central air, natural gas heat and 2 car garage. This home is conveniently located close to shopping and a few short miles to all area beaches. Within this 55 and over planned community of 115 homes you’ll find a clubhouse and a pool. All lawn and garden and snow removal is taken care of by the association.

Call to schedule a visit, you’ll be glad you did! $259,900

What a value! This “like new” rancher has an open floor plan and numerous upgrades. The entire great room has hardwood floors, the kitchen has custom cabinetry, granite counters and a counter bar, stainless steel applinaces and pendant lighting. The two full bathooms have ceramic tile and custom vanities. One bath has a fully tiled shower and the other a tub and subway tiling.

The master suite has a walk-in closet and plenty of space for a king size bed. close to the Delaware Bay. $209,500

HomeStead Real Estate 846 Broadway, W. Cape May 609-884-1888 homesteadcapemay.com

Theresa Senico Apex Realty 2505 Bayshore Rd., Villas (609) 408-4655 theresasenico.com

Jersey Cape Realty 739 Washington St., Cape May 609-884-5800 jerseycaperealty.com

Chris Clemans Sotheby’s International Realty 1159 Washington St., Cape May (609) 884-3332 chrisclemanssir.com

1440 MISSOURI AVE. CAPE MAY

721 ATLANTIC AVENUE NORTH CAPE MAY

1116 OHIO AVENUE CAPE MAY

This 4 bedrooms 2.5 bath home has harbor views and great rental income! Sleeps 12. Asking $675,000

Ideal location just one short block to the Bay and across from the undeveloped Delaware River Bay Authority land this 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers a water view from the front porch. Currently being rented year round, a great investment property or move in and enjoy year round living in North Cape May. Builders delight, add a second floor and capture incredible views of the Bay. Large corner parcel, additional Florida room offering a potential 3rd bedroom, 1 car detached garage, and a fabulous location. $399,900

A spacious & comfortable rancher. This home is located on a highly desirable street, just a few short blocks away from the beach & historic district. It is perfect for a primary home, vacation home, or investment property. This home was renovated in 2002.

Amenities include C/A, gas heat, original hardwood floors, low maintenance siding, remodeled kitchen, fenced-in back yard, BBQ area, outdoor shower, a rear shed & 3 plus car concrete driveway.

Darcy Dickenson Cape May Realty 311 Pittsburgh Avenue Cape May 609-602-4122 capemayproperty.net

Wilsey Realty 501 Lafayette St., Cape May (609) 884-1007 wwilseyrealty.com

Heijung Park-Colameco Jersey Cape Realty 739 Washington Street Cape May 609-884-5800

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Thursday, December 6, 2012 1036 Maryland Ave. Cape May 5 Bed 4 Bath, Pool $1,395,999 Heijung Park-Colameco Broker/Sales

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Rentals Of The Week Adorable homes in America’s Original Seaside Resort ready for your enjoyment

1321 D Virginia Avenue, Cape May Summer season, Memorial Day thru Labor Day. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. $10,000 plus utilities.

1310 B Pennsylvania Ave, Cape May Screened Porch, Open Deck, 2 Bedrooms Sleeps 6. $900-$1200 week

239 Fifth Avenue, West Cape May Summer season, Memorial Day through Labor Day. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. $11,500 plus utilities.

842 West Rio Grande Ave, Shaw Crest Summer Season Rental Sleeps 4, $7,000

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116 BROADWAY AVE., WEST CAPE MAY Licensed Victorian bed & breakfast! 5 guest rooms with private bathrooms & attached Owner’s quarters.

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902 OCEAN DR., UNIT 505, LOWER TOWNSHIP Aggressively priced 2 BR/2 BA Canyon Club Resort Marina end unit condominium! $295,000

1001 LAFAYETTE STREET CAPE MAY NJ 08204 TODD H. DE SATNICK, BROKER OF RECORD

153 Leaming, West Cape May 2 Bdrm, 1 Bath, sleeps 4 Year Round/ $1300/month

Coastline Realty 1400 Texas Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-5005 coastlinerealty.com 315 Alexander Ave., Cape May Point 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, screened porch, sleeps 6, central a/c, wi-fi, $1,600 - $2,250/week.

926 Corgie Street, Cape May 4 bedroom, 2bath home, sleeps 10, central a/c, $1,500 - $2,500/week.

Wilsey Realty 501 Lafayette Street, Cape May (609) 884-1007 wilseyrealty.com

Coldwell Banker Sol Needles 512 Washington Street Mall, Cape May (609) 884-8428 • cbcapemay.com

Winter rental 712 A Corgie Street Cape May $1000 per month September-May

151 East Pacific Avenue, Villas.

Two bedrooms, one bath. Living room, eat-in kitchen and laundry.

Propane heat. Off street parking. $900 + utilties.

Darcy Dickenson Cape May Realty 311 Pittsburgh Avenue Cape May 609-602-4122 capemayproperty.net

Theresa Senico, Apex Realty, 2505 Bayshore Road Villas, NJ 08251 (609) 408-4655 theresasenico.com

909 Columbia Ave Cape May 3 BR, 2.5 BA, h/s internet, cac, o/s shower, sleeps 8.

819 Beach Avenue, Unit 2F, Cape May Beachfront condo! 1 BR/1 BA, sleeps 5. $750-$950/week.

1527 New Jersey Ave Cape May 4 BR, 3.5 BA, h/s internet, cac, o/s shower, sleeps 10

227 Beach Ave., Unit 302, Cape May Beachfront townhome condominium!

3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Multiple decks.

Commanding views! $800-$2500/week.

Jersey Cape Realty 739 Washington Street, Cape May (609) 884-5800 • jerseycaperealty.com

Desatnick Real Estate, LLC 1001 Lafayette Street, Cape May 609.884.1300 • deSatnickRealEstate.com

201 Third Avenue West Cape May 4 BR 2 BA Year round or Seasonal Long term available.

Wonderful location, Plenty of room for large family.

608 Jefferson Street, Cape May 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, Single Family sleeps 13 . Starting from $2500 per week

Inquiries to rentals department at Jersey Cape Realty 739 Washington Street, Cape May 609-884-5800

321 Stites Ave., Cape May Point 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, Single Family, sleeps 8.

Starting from $1500 per week.

Chris Clemans Sotheby’s International Realty 1159 Washington St., Cape May 609-884-3332, chrisclemanssir.com

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A Little Bit About Exit Zero Publishing Who we are, what we do, and where we go

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Telephone: (609) 770-8479 Fax: (609) 770-8481 E-mail: info@exitzero.us Website: www.exitzero.us Mailing address: 109 Sunset Boulevard Suite D, Cape May, NJ 08204 Editor/Publisher: Jack Wright, jack@exitzero.us Advertising Director: Jason Black, jason@exitzero.us Staff Writer: Diane Stopyra, diane@exitzero.us Arts Editor: Tom Sims Photographers: Aleksey Moryakov, Sandy Maloney, Nicole Mehlman, Gabi Urda Graphic Artist: Doree Bardes Distribution People: Julia Melendez Ashley Larson, Felicia Trusevich, Columnists: Kate Chadwick (The Answer Lady), Catherine Dugan (activities), David Gray (The Old Fogey) Labeler: Mary Smith Every Thursday, Exit Zero is delivered to around 300 places. Get it delivered to your home in a plastic mailer. It’s $50 for 47 B&W issues, plus five in color. Call (609) 770-8479 to subscribe.

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WASHINGTON STREET MALL The Original Fudge Kitchen, Mary Ann’s, Dellas 5&10, Lace Silhouettes, Center City Mall, Casale’s Shoes, Free Shop, Happy Baby, Jackson Street Boutique, It’s a Breeze, Madame’s Port, Swede Things, Cucina Rosa, Whale’s Tale, Ella's, Italian Garden, Andrew’s Ltd, Jackson Mountain Café, Love The Cook, Bath Time, Ugly Mug, Pilot House, Caroline Boutique, Kaleidoscope, Coldwell Banker, Colors, A Ca Mia, A Place On Earth, Between the Lines, Good Scents.

WASHINGTON STREET Southern Mansion, MAC, Chris Clemans Sotheby’s International Realty, Billmae Cottage, Thomas Webster Inn, Inn at the Park, City Hall, Sturdy Savings, Washington Inn, Dr Feldman Dentistry,

Jersey Cape Realty, Victorian Towers.

BEACHFRONT King’s Cottage, Blue Moon Pizza, Coachman’s Motor Inn, Carney’s, Martini Beach, Virginia Hotel, Mad Batter, Poor Richard's Inn, Inn at 22 Jackson Street, Saltwood B&B, Windward B&B, Uncle Bill’s, Ocean View Restaurant, Sandpiper, Hotel Alcott, Summer Station, The Original Fudge Kitchen, Montreal Liquor, Montreal Inn, Capri Motor Lodge, Periwinkle, Grand Hotel, Palace Hotel, Mission Inn, Angel by The Sea, Peter Shields, Hotel Macomber, Marquis de Lafayette.

COLUMBIA AVENUE Columbia House, Sun Bank, Dr Gorny, Victorian Abstract, MP Myers, Cape May Day Spa, Twin Gables, Henry Sawyer B&B, Linda Lee, Brass Bed Inn, Mason Cottage, Mainstay Inn, White Dove Cottage, The Manse B&B, Merion Inn, Cliveden Inn, Pharo’s B&B, Summer Cottage, John F. Craig House, Majestic Star.

GURNEY/OCEAN/STOCKTON Avalon Coffee, Cape May Beach & Kite, John Welsey Inn, Louie’s Pizza, Beach Massage, Inn of Cape May, Beauclair’s, Queen Victoria, Fairthorne, Bamboo Shack, Cheeks, Cape May Library, Freda’s Café, Victorian Lace, Camelot Hotel, Bedford Inn, Chalfonte Hotel.

EAST CAPE MAY Nature Center, Model Cleaners, Cape May Laundromat, Coastline Realty, Cape Bookkeeping, Shear Sunsations, Rizzo Chiropractic, C-View Inn, Century 21 Gilmartin.

WEST CAPE MAY VFW, Godmother’s, Cape May Bakers, Higher

Grounds, Tea By The Sea, Cape May Linen Outlet, Flying Fish Studio, CVS, Albert Stevens Inn, Weddings by the Sea, Kate’s Flower Shop, Seaside Cheese Company, Kasey’s Kanines, Cape Fitness, Dr Goldstein Dentist, Cheeks, Artizan Salon & Spa, Antique Doorknob, Westside Market, Cape Island Home and Garden, Bella Vida Café, Flanegan’s Framing, 7-11, Copper Fish, HomeStead.

SUNSET BOULEVARD Sunset Liquors, The Bird House of Cape May, Butterfly Tea Room, Cape May Wicker, The Exit Zero Store and Gallery, Accent on Beauty, Cape Winds Florist, Cape May Bird Observatory, Cape May Point Post Office, Sunset Beach Gift Shop.

ROUTE 109 South Jersey Marina, Lobster House, Tony’s Marine Supply, Sea Gear Marine, Captain’s Cove, Cape May Whale Watcher, Lucky Bones, Tony’s Pizza, Cape May Antique Center.

NORTH CAPE MAY Laundromat, North Beach Gym, Heart to Heart Flowers, Le Gates, Harpoon Henry’s, Mr. J’s Music Shop, Cape May–Lewes Ferry, Gorman’s, Hair Cuttery, Italian Affair, Cape May Veterinary.

OFF THE ISLAND Canyon Club, Harbor View, Axelsson’s Blue Claw, Cape Liquors, Moose Lodge, Old Grange, Historic Cold Spring Village, Hawk Haven Vineyards.

VILLAS Lower Township Construction, Lower Township Municipal, Apex Realty, Curl Up and Dye, Fish and Fancy, Villas Liquor, Snippers Salon, Jake’s Bar and Grill, Kiddie Closet, Cape Savings Bank, Cohwen’s Ink Emporium, Wing It.

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