Beach Life DEC 2017
LBI Creative Minds
Art and Photography
Ceramics • Mosaics • Wood • Fiber
Walk-In Classes • Paint Parties • Birthday Parties
Family & Dog Photography • Indoor Studio • Green Screen
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Contents 11 Dear Boys and Girls 14 Sunsets 16 Keep off Dunes 17 Beach Paws 19 Winter Haiku 20 Football Trivia 22 Winter Beach 23 Jingle Bells 28 Feliz Navidad 30 Auld Lang Syne Beach Life Magazine is published by LivingLBI owner Lisa Ball. To advertise call Lisa Ball 609-848-1111
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Merry Christmas
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November 1 1 t h - Christmas Fantasy with Lights Parade & Grand Arrival of Santa Claus. Park hours 2:00-9:00.
Parade starts at 4:30 • Santa Claus lights the park at 5:00. Raindate: November 12th. Parade features Fralinger String Band, Santa Claus, and storybook characters on floats, concludes with the lighting of the park by Santa. Children can visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus in their special house until December 23rd - kids can meet with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Parents may take their own photo or purchase photos taken by us. Santa Claus lights the park every evening at 5:00 pm until December 23rd. All rides and snack bars are open during the Christmas Season We are closed Thanksgiving Day (November 23th), December 24th and 25th. We are open December 26th thru December 30th with Christmas fantasy with lights See www.storybookland.com for complete list of hours of operation.
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Visit the shops and watch the boats sail in to unload their catch.
• Fresh Seafood Market • Seafood Restaurant • Coffee Bar • Produce Stand • Fishermen's Memorial
US fishermen are the most restricted and responsible harvesters in the world. Yet 91% of the seafood purchased and consumed in the US is imported!
Upcoming Events:
Viking Village supports sustainable local seafood caught by American fishermen! We hope you will too!
Blessing of the Fleet
Sunday June 18th, 5:30pm
Jazzy Scallop & Seafood Festival Saturday June 24th, 2:30-5pm watch for ticket sales
Arts & Crafts Shows
Sundays May 28, July 9 & September 3 10am-4:30pm
Antique & Collectible Shows
Sundays August 6 & September 17 9am-5pm
Dock Tours Every Friday
Photo by Eric Setzer Barnegat Light Commercial Fisherman
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Santa's Viking Christmas Village
Saturday November 25th, 10am-5pm Santa arrives by firetruck at 1pm Crafters, live music, pictures with Santa ALL EVENTS AND TOURS ARE FREE ADMISSION UNLESS NOTED
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Folk Art by Jac & Patricia Johnson
Inspired Home Design with Antiques & Collectibles The Seawife offers the next trends in decorating using pieces with history, mixing whimsy with made in the US handcrafted folkart. A little irreverent, no sacred antiques here, fun and funky unique finds and classic 1950 and older collectibles create a casual comfortable style. Mix industrial, country, architechural elements, recycled and reinvented items, old signage, nautical salvage, antique garden pieces and then throw in a pre-1930 quilt to add some geometric design or softening comfort. Exciting looks can be achieved breathing life into your beach house, loft apartment or winter residence by just adding few quirky colorful items. Stroll through the gardens filled with birdhouses, iron gates, urns, architectural findings, and antique garden furniture surrounding the 1896 Fenimore School House and 1800’s Bull Run Barn. Then come inside for a unique shopping experience.
Antiques • Folk Art & Wood Carvings • Old Signage Architectural & Industrial Finds Nautical Salvage • Garden Lifetime Oil Candles Fun Finds
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Make your own holiday gifts! 11” Tree $35
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7” Sleigh $20
7” Mug $20
10” Rimmed Plate $25 Plates and mugs must be fired! Pick up one week after painting.
Birthday Parties at Creative Minds $15-$25 / child Depending on craft.
Choice of: Canvas Painting Ceramic Project Wood Project Mosaic Project Food allowed. Cupcakes available at Small Cakes (next door)
Dear Boys and Girls, Merry Christmas! The elves and I are very busy getting ready for Christmas and I’m really excited about visiting the LBI this year. I’ll be visiting Barnegat Light by boat this year on November 25, 2017 at Viking Village. You can also see me in the Ship Bottom Parade Dec 2. On Dec 9 I’ll be at the tree lighting in Beach Haven at Veterans’ Park. I would love to hear about your year. Hopefully you were well behaved!! ho ho ho... I can’t wait to give you lots of presents. Don’t forget to leave me a cookie because I get so hungry delivering gifts. I hope you had a great summer at the beach! I would love to visit you in the summer too! ho ho ho... Love, Santa
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Ship Bottom Christmas Parade
December 2 @ 1 pm along Long Beach Boulevard 5th Street to 25th Street.
Beach Haven Tree Lighting
December 9 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Engleside and Beach Aves, Beach Haven
Holiday Special $60 for 30 minute photo session plus 50 cards and 4 calendars.
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Buying Selling Renting Don’t Let The Sun Set On Your LBI Dreams
Wonderful Winter Sunrise & Sunsets Winter sunsets are gorgeous. Since earth is tilted, the sun rises and sets at a lower angle during the winter causing the suns rays pass through more atmosphere. The different wavelengths will scatter and absorb causing a very colorful sunset. It’s worth the trip to witness these wonderful sunsets. Crisp winter air allows breathtaking views of the night sky. Sit on the beach and view the constellation Orion and his dog. Orion can only be seen (in northern hemisphere) during the winter months. It is hidden by the sun in the summer. Hence the name “the dog days of summer” referring to Orion’s dog.
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“Keep off the Dunes�
Photos and article by Pat Trotter
Sand dunes are beautiful to look at but they also serve important functions. Dunes proved to be vital to protecting many beach communities during the onslaught of Hurricane Sandy. They act as a natural barrier against storms and are home to many plants and animals such as shore birds, migrating birds, wildlife and vegetation. On LBI there have been on-going dune grass plantings in an effort to help protect the dunes. While beachgrass is vital to dunes, recent research places emphasis on planting a diverse mix of vegetation. In addition, dune grass should be planted in circles or randomly and not in rows as has been commonly done. The New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium recently published an updated dune manual, Dune it Right, available at njseagrant.org/dunemanual. The manual provides instructions on how to protect dunes and make them more resilient. Of course, staying off the dunes goes without saying!
Beach Paws
One of the great joys of living on LBI all winter is the opportunity to take your dog on the beach and to take long walks around the neighborhood fairly uninterrupted. But this privilege carries with it the importance of responsible pet ownership. If we want the beaches to remain open to our furry friends we need to be good stewards of the beach and ocean and mindful of others using the beach. Believe it or not, not everyone loves our dogs! Be sure not to let your dogs run on the dunes – when it says keep off the dunes it means them too. Note where and when you can and can’t take dogs on the beach. For instance the wildlife refuge at the south end of the island (Holgate) is off limits to dogs all year round. Every dog should have basic canine good citizen manners. When out walking your dog be mindful of where they are at all times, especially when walking through a crowded area. Just because your dog is on a leash doesn’t mean he is under control or not bothering people. A good practice is to carry dog treats with you at all times, or a favorite toy, to keep your dog’s attention on you. Practicing sits and downs also are useful. Just keep it fun and don’t use coercion or force. If you intend to take a walk on the beach with your dog, it’s a good idea to walk him along the street first and make sure he has relieved himself. Be sure to pick up after your pet – just because most people close up their houses for the winter doesn’t mean their yards are public bathrooms for your canine friends. Never leave dog waste on the beach – ever! Carry poop bags with you at all times and dispose of
them properly. Dog waste is an environmental pollutant. In 1991, it was labeled a non-point source pollutant by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), placing it in the same category as herbicides and insecticides; oil, grease and toxic chemicals; and acid drainage from abandoned mines. EPA even estimates that two or three days’ worth of droppings from a population of about 100 dogs would contribute enough bacteria to temporarily close a bay, and all watershed areas within 20 miles of it, to swimming and shell fishing.* If your dog does not come readily when called but you want to give him some space while walking on the beach you might want to invest in a 15 or 30 foot training line – this is better than a flexi lead which only encourages your dog to pull. Every time your dog returns to you reward him with a small treat. He will learn that being near you is the best place to be. So don’t forget: Carry poop bags with you at all times and use them! Carry treats in your pocket at all times to reward your dog for paying attention to you. Invest in a long training line to give your dog some space when walking on the beach. Keep dogs off the dunes and off the wildlife refuge year round. Enjoy the beautiful beach! *http://www.doodycalls.com/resources-toxic-dog-waste/
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Don’t forget about wind chill factor. If you’ve ever noticed that the windier it is the colder it feels then you’re experiencing what is known as the wind chill factor. The wind carries away our body heat very quickly, and will do so even quicker when we are wet – this is what makes the temperature feel much colder than it actually is. Being a smaller body mass than us, and more likely to be wet from wading through snow, our dogs will feel the cold more quickly than we will .
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Football Trivia Game 1. What is it called when a quarterback or other player on offense gets sacked/tackled in their own end zone?
2. All of these may result in a penalty, except one. Which of the following does not result in a penalty?
3. What is it called when NFL teams choose outstanding college football players to play on their team?
4. When would you try to maneuver a two-point conversion?
5. What does "three and out" mean?
6. What is a "Hail Mary"? Answers on page 30
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Brilliant blue sky against a white snowy beach is one of our beautiful sites of winter. The wind may sting your face but it is so worth it. Not a soul around just a constant whistle of wind passing your frozen ears.
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The deep blue ocean continues sending waves to crash onto the cold wet sand. How I miss the hot summer days of bare feet and umbrellas but there is a beauty in the harsh winter day. A stillness as far as the eye can see. Yet life abounds below the surface. Dolphins, whales and seals are commonly seen. Our ocean is wonderful all year long. If you are lucky enough to leave close to the beach make sure you take the time to visit during the winter months.
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Jiggle Bells Dashing through the snow In a one horse open sleigh O'er the hills we go Laughing all the way. Bells on bobtail ring Making spirits bright. What fun it is to ride and sing A sleighing song tonight. Jingle bells jingle bells Jingle all the way! Oh what fun it is to ride In a one horse open sleigh
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Feliz Navidad Christmas in Mexico is one of the biggest fiestas, or holidays, observed in the country. There are two full weeks of celebrations, and everyone tries to get those last two weeks of December off of work. The tradition of Christmas poinsettias originated in Mexico, where they are called flores de Navidad, or Christmas flowers.
In Northern Mexico, Santa Clos (Santa Claus) brings children large gifts on Christmas Day, and Los Reyes Magos give smaller gifts in January. Los Reyes Magos is Spanish for “the three wise men.” Presents are sometimes opened very early on Christmas Day, right after the midnight mass and accompanying feast.
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The Christmas season in Mexico runs from December 9 to January 6, with one last related celebration on February 2. Candlemass is celebrated on February 2, as it commemorates the presentation of the Child Jesus to the temple. On this day, people bring their images of the Child Jesus to be blessed. These are elaborately dressed, traditionally in christening gowns but many other costumes have since appeared as well. Afterwards, tamales and atole are shared, purchased by the people who found the miniature Jesus images on January 6.
Special cake called Rosca de Reyes is baked for Three King's Day in January. The oval sweetbread is decorated with candied fruit and has a small figurine of Jesus hidden inside. Whoever gets the piece of cake with the figurine is responsible for hosting the celebration at Candlemas in February, as well as providing the new set of christening clothes for the infant Jesus in the Nacimiento at the church.
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Auld Lang Syne by Robert Burns
Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind? Should old acquaintance be forgot, and old lang syne? CHORUS: For auld lang syne, my dear, for auld lang syne, we'll take a cup of kindness yet, for auld lang syne. And surely you’ll buy your pint cup! and surely I’ll buy mine! And we'll take a cup o’ kindness yet, for auld lang syne. CHORUS We two have run about the slopes, and picked the daisies fine; But we’ve wandered many a weary foot, since auld lang syne. CHORUS We two have paddled in the stream, from morning sun till dine; But seas between us broad have roared since auld lang syne.
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CHORUS And there’s a hand my trusty friend! And give us a hand o’ thine! And we’ll take a right good-will draught, for auld lang syne.
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