Sibling Rivalry: Local Brothers Clash on NFL Field
House Tour: Spooky Spectacles to Check Out
Crowds Enjoy One Last Ride at Wonderland
Dentist Gives Veterans a Reason to Smile
An End To Beach Tags for Surfers & Anglers?
Last t hursday evening, Shore Local contributors and sponsors gathered for our annual sunset cruise with Atlantic city cruises. About 50 of us boarded at Gardner’s basin in Atlantic city. It was a chilly but clear day, setting the stage for a beautiful sunset, reflecting off the waters of the back bays. We enjoyed snacks, cocktails, and— most importantly—one another’s company.
Like many small businesses today, Shore Local operates remotely, so the few times a year we come together as a group are always special. t his gathering was no exception, but it came with an unexpected bonus!
to a stunning view. but the real surprise came later. I was thrilled to learn that the Northern Lights would be visible that very night. I’ve been dreaming of a trip to Iceland for years to see the aurora borealis, and here they were, right in our own backyard.
t his rare phenomenon—usually only visible in places like c anada, Iceland, and Norway—was made
As the sun set over the water, with the Atlantic city skyline in the background, we were treated
and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction center. It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness them here in New Jersey.
possible by geomagnetic storms, as forecasted by the National Oceanic
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and our amazement, capping off an unforgettable evening. As we celebrated the completion of another great summer, I’m filled with gratitude for our team of talented, dedicated contributors who have helped us grow into South Jersey’s go-to for local events, entertainment, and more. We are thankful for our advertisers who make this publication possible, and for you, our readers, who make it all worthwhile.
this issue is packed with spooky spectacles, including neighborhood homes that have gone all out for Halloween, as well as plenty of Halloween events, fall festivals, and live music. be sure to check out Whitney’s Weekly Picks for the top events in the area each week.
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By Sarah Fertsch Staff Writer
Catch waves? c atch fish? catch a break.
If adopted into law, b ill A4816 would exempt New Jersey anglers and surfers from wearing municipal beach tags.
As a year-round surfer, Assemblywoman Margie Donlon is well aware of the ongoing debate over whether beach badges are required for surfers and fishermen to access the ocean. Now she’s taking steps to clear up any confusion for beach towns, surfers and anglers by emphasizing a 2019 law that exempts them from needing beach tags.
“It’s been a longstanding conversation in the surfing and fishing communities,” Donlon said. “ this isn’t a new issue.”
Last week, Donlon (D-Monmouth) introduced b ill A4816, which aims to prevent municipalities from requiring beach tags or admission passes for access to the wet sand below the high tide line, specifically for surfers and fishermen. She cited a 2019 law, signed by Gov. Phil Murphy, that allows access to tidal waters and the ocean without a badge for these activities. However, she acknowledged inconsistencies in how different towns enforce this law.
spend the day on the beach and surf as part of that, then a badge may still be required.
“ the motivation behind this bill is to make the law clearer,” explained Donlon, who has been surfing the Jersey Shore for nearly two decades and moved to the area largely because of her love for surfing.
the bill seeks to prevent future misunderstandings. According to Donlon, surfers and fishermen don’t need a beach badge if they’re simply crossing the beach to access the water. However, if someone plans to
recent events have reignited the beach badge debate, particularly after an August incident in b elmar, where a confrontation between a surfer and police led to the surfer’s arrest. Liam Mahoney was charged with disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and obstruction of justice after being handcuffed on the sand. He was also ticketed for not having a beach badge, which sparked outrage in the community.
“ t his situation in b elmar has prompted a broader conversation about beach access,” Donlon said. “ but this bill is more focused on clarifying the existing law and ensuring it’s communicated more effectively.”
t he Surfrider Foundation, a nonprofit organization that advocates for ocean protection and public access to beaches, supports Donlon’s efforts to clarify the rules. Matt Grove, the foundation’s Mid-Atlantic policy director, noted that the varying beach access rules across the Jersey Shore highlight the need for clearer, consistent enforcement that aligns with the Department of environmental Protection’s regulations and the public trust doctrine.
With the potential for free access on the horizon, the tides could soon be turning for New Jersey’s surfers and anglers. Whether this bill rides the wave of support or gets washed out remains to be seen.
By Joe Martucci Certified Broadcast Meteorologist and Certified Digital Meteorologist
Picture this – a category 3 hurricane, quickly moving up the Jersey Shore from south to north, in a track similar to Hurricane Irene in 2011. It would be the most powerful hurricane to impact us since the Great Atlantic Hurricane of 1944, which skirted east of the coastline by about 50 miles.
If it made landfall, it would be the first landfalling hurricane in New Jersey since the Vagabond Storm of 1903 (a reminder that Sandy was officially a post-tropical cyclone, not a hurricane, at landfall near brigantine). Furthermore, it would be the first major hurricane, category 3 or greater, since at least Sept. 3, 1821, which was estimated to be a category 3 or 4, according to the National Weather Service.
Hurricane Milton captured America’s consciousness last week when it made landfall on the west coast of Florida, near Siesta Key on tuesday, Oct. 8, as a c ategory 3 hurricane, according to the National Hurricane center. t hree million people lost power in Florida, 45 tornadoes were reported and major coastal flooding occurred from Naples north to near Port charlotte.
More amazing to me is how much focus we had on Milton just two weeks after Hurricane Helene made landfall in the b ig b end of Florida. typically, society becomes numb to similar events in succession. Not this time, though.
It was an excellent forecast on the part of the National Hurricane center, which had Siesta Key in its hurricane forecast since the Saturday prior.
Many of you reacted to a video and social post on Oct. 9 about what a category 3, like Hurricane Milton, would mean to the Jersey Shore in terms of storm surge. It is a good teaching moment. With our interest in hurricanes
high, and New Jersey, fortunately, enjoying plenty of dry, comfortable weather, it made sense to talk about it. Let’s explore it further.
A Few Housekeeping Notes
t he possibility of a c ategory 3 hurricane running north up the Jersey Shore is not hyperbole. this is a real scenario that emergency managers, and meteorologists, prepare for as a reasonable worst-case scenario for New Jersey.
each year, there’s a 1.3% to 1.5% chance of a major hurricane being within 50 miles of the Jersey Shore, according to the National Hurricane center. Put in other words, it’s a 1-in68-year event near cape May, and a 1-in-76-year event in Ocean county.
We need to be realistic about how the storm would evolve. A Sandy-like path into New Jersey, moving from east to west, would be very unlikely, as it would have plenty of time to weaken in the cooler ocean waters of our latitude. to be a category 3, it would likely have to be a category 4 or 5 near the carolinas and move quickly north. this would be a quick hitter – a few hours of fury.
Finally, each town’s infrastructure can handle storm surge differently. It’s entirely possible that some flooding could be avoided.
Storm Surge in a Category 3 NJ Hurricane
For most of us at and near the shore, this is what we’re most concerned with. the good news is that, since this would likely move from south to north at a good pace, we would likely only have one significant high tide. there would probably be a second high tide with minor to moderate stage flooding, which we are generally used to. However, that high tide would be powerful.
the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Flood e xposure tool shows what a category 3 storm surge would look like. On Absecon Island, 99% of it would be underwater. Most of it would have more than 9 feet of surge above normally dry land. You would need to be well elevated just to have a chance at survival.
Along Atlantic Avenue, it would be 6 to 9 feet. the only place where storm surge wouldn’t occur would be near the borgata Hotel casino & Spa, since it’s elevated enough there.
there's precedent for this. In the 1944 Great Atlantic Hurricane, the boardwalk hotels had water in their lobbies. the Steel Pier was partially destroyed.
In a c ategory 3, Ocean city would suffer a similar fate with more than 9 feet of storm surge for nearly all of the city. It would not be survivable for many. Strathmere would be the same.
It would be nearly impossible to escape off the islands during this storm. the Atlantic city expressway is raised up to 10 feet above the wetlands. So, it would be passable, though getting onto the e xpressway first would be very tough.
Projected storm surge of a Category 3 hurricane on Absecon Island. Only the area around the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa would not be flooded (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration).
Head inland and the flooding would occur in places rarely, if ever, seen before in our lifetimes. In Upper township, virtually everywhere east of route 9 would have water. tuckahoe would have storm surge as water spilled over the Great egg Harbor river.
Move north over the river to Somers Point and expect at least 3 feet of storm surge nearly everywhere west of New road. bay Avenue could be under 9 feet of water. route 52 would be flooded from the bridge
to route 9.
In Linwood and Northfield, the blocks that border the marshes would be under at least a foot of water. Anywhere west of route 9 in the towns could also have at least a foot of storm surge.
Jeffers Landing and Morris beach in egg Harbor township would be devastated with 9 feet of storm surge.
After the storm passed by, powerful offshore winds would blow. that would push the water out nearly as quickly as it came in. We would likely
experience a blowout tide for the area. We saw that in St. Petersburg and tampa with Hurricane Milton. that would be a help after that incoming tide.
Winds in a Category 3 NJ Hurricane
A category 3 hurricane has maximum sustained winds between 111 mph and 129 mph on the Saffir-Simpson scale.
typically, those wind speeds are over water. When it comes ashore, the wind speeds slow down. Still, using the 1944 hurricane as a reference, the top sustained winds were 96 mph. For reference, during Sandy, our maximum sustained wind at the South Jersey shore was 55 mph in b rigantine, according to the National Weather Service.
Figure that sustained winds would be 85-95 mph at their peak, with a four-hour duration of tropical stormforce winds or greater (39 mph). We have improved our housing stock and power grid tremendously since Sandy. However, this would definitely take a severe toll.
Beach Erosion in a Category 3 NJ Hurricane
You could reasonably expect
severe beach and dune loss up and down the coast. It would take years to recover. the shore north of brigantine averaged 2 to 6 meters of vertical loss during Sandy. If a storm ran up the coast from south to north, expect similar numbers across the entire shore.
Rainfall in a Category 3 NJ Hurricane
this is the least certain part of the forecast. A stronger hurricane doesn’t always mean more rain. Plus, the storm would likely move pretty quickly.
We can use the 1944 hurricane as a guide here. Our region saw 4 to 6 inches of rain. that would exaggerate the storm surge going on. Furthermore, if your house has a basement, it could very well flood. However, this would likely be the least impactful part of the storm.
Joe earned his Meteorology Degree from Rutgers University. He is approved by the American Meteorological Society as a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist and Certified Digital Meteorologist, the only one in the state with both. He's won 10 New Jersey Press Association Awards. You can find him on social media @joemartwx
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By Julia Train
Ari Goldberger isn’t a Halloween fanatic, but he does love bringing the community together through spooky home decorations.
Goldberger, an attorney, transformed his Margate home, located at Pembroke and Ventnor avenues, into a must-see Halloween odyssey.
He first purchased a Margate property in 2005 and has been a part-time resident since, splitting his time between New Jersey and Florida. Goldberger moved to his current residence in 2011.
His interest in the elaborate decorating began with a memorable party during the summer of 2019, when he hosted a celebration for the 50th
anniversary of the moon landing and Woodstock.
After a hiatus due to the cOVID-19 pandemic, he decided to host a Halloween party in 2021.
What started as modest decorations on his front lawn quickly spiraled into something much grander. encouraged by a friend, he ventured to Home Depot, where he
discovered towering decorations—a witch, a wolf and other larger-thanlife figures that would become the cornerstone of his displays.
“ the following year, I went a little crazier and people loved it,” Goldberger said. “It became an attraction. So this year, I stepped it up even a little bit further.”
each year, Goldberger has had a different theme for his Halloween presentation, which he calls “Mischief Night in Margate.”
Last year’s “Saturday Night thriller” combined the energy of disco with the spookiness of Michael Jackson’s classic, “ thriller.”
t his year’s is “ c ircus b ezerkus,” which features circus music and characters like a 13-foot-tall Jack Skellington, an animatronic Pennywise from “It,” with Georgie next to him and a host of playful clowns covering every inch of his property.
his basement for now.
“I think I’m going to need a storage facility soon,” he said, as the decorations have taken over his basement.
Another question Goldberger said he’s often asked is how much it costs to create the spectacle.
“It’s a lot less than you’d expect,” he said.
His approach to decorating is resourceful; he combines new items with those from previous years.
“Most of the clowns are new this year, but I have a lot already,” he said. “I get a lot of bang for my buck.”
beyond the decorations and parties, he emphasizes the significance of his work in bringing the community together.
“One of the reasons I like Halloween is because it's for everyone, all ages. I get a big mix of people, and
t he sides of his lawn are also decorated, with skeletons seated on a bench and on a waterfall on the right side and, on the left, a 12-foot skeleton atop a roof ledge.
Goldberger emphasized the joy these decorations bring to the community, inviting people to experience the magic for themselves.
When asked about the preparation involved and where he stores the decorations, Goldberger chuckled and said he’s often asked those questions.
He started decorating right after Labor Day and is still putting the finishing touches on his display. As for after the spooky season ends, Goldberger keeps the decorations in
people show gratitude, and nobody's complaining, nobody's arguing, everybody's just smiling,” he said. “ that's the way I'd like the world to be. I know it sounds ideological, but this is a little small piece of happiness and joy and unity.”
Julia is a recent Rider University graduate, where she studied multiplatform journalism and social media strategies. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, trying new coffee shops, photography and the beach. She can be reached at juliatrainmedia@gmail.com or connect with her on Instagram @juliatrain
By Stephanie Loder
Navy Lt. Dr. Deryck Pham served a tour as a combat dentist during Operation Iraqi Freedom in the deserts of Iraq.
After leaving the military and joining a private dental practice in Mays Landing, he has taken on a new mission that would help his fellow veterans receive needed dental care once a year.
From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 19, b rickworks Dental will extend free dental services to veterans during Veterans Smile Weekend.
Pre-registration is not required but is suggested.
“We have veterans who call and others just show up,” said Pham, who sent fliers out to area VFW and American Legion organizations in Atlantic, cape May, and cumberland counties to promote the event. “We stay until the job is done.”
b rickworks is one of hundreds of dental offices across the country that open their doors to provide dental services for veterans at no cost.
e xams, fillings, cleanings, extractions, and root canals are all provided free of charge, Pham said.
In 2023, brickworks Dental treated over 120 veterans and provided
Navy Lt. Dr. Deryck Pham will be offering free dental services to veterans Saturday, Oct. 19 at Brickworks Dental in Mays Landing.
over $60,000 in free dental services, he said.
Pham expects 40 to 50 volunteer dentists, assistants, and hygienists will be available at brickworks.
“ they will be treating the dental needs of our nation’s neglected veterans,” Pham said. “Many of them are friends of mine who have other dental practices.”
Pham founded the Veterans Smile Day Foundation in 2012 which he created to help raise awareness of the lack of dental care that veterans face in the nation.
t he foundation is a nonprofit 501(3)c and it aims to recruit dental professionals and corporate sponsorships to help fill in that void by “Serving those Who’ve Served”.
“I wanted to raise money and awareness for a national campaign and for recruiting across the country,” Pham said.
Nationwide, similar free dental events are held in many states.
“ they’re held on various dates in a few hundred offices and about a dozen dental schools,” Pham said.
Pham said of the 23 million veterans in the nation, more than 85% of them do not qualify for any kind of dental care through the Veterans Administration.
While the Veterans Affairs health care system offers comprehensive dental care benefits to certain qualifying veterans — more than 600,000 veterans were provided dental care in 2022. Of the 7.8 million veterans enrolled in the system, 85% were ineligible for VA dental benefits, according to a 2024 report by the American Dental Association (ADA).
receiving VA dental care benefits hinges on many factors, such as military service history, current health status, and living situation.
to qualify for VA dental benefits, veterans must either have a dental issue that is service-connected or meet other on criteria like being a former prisoner of war or having a total disability, according to the ADA. the free dental program, Serving those Who’ve Served - a Veterans Smile Day, began nine years ago.
It is a day when dentists can make a difference and help veterans who often are forgotten when it comes to
dental care, Pham said.
“Sometimes we are here after hours,” Pham said. “We take care of everyone who comes in the door and if we can’t fit everyone in, I end up putting them on my schedule later in the year.”
No one is turned away, he said.
Pham and his team at the Veterans Smile Day Foundation work hard each year to recruit more offices to participate.
His goal is to help every veteran find a dental home.
For more information or to schedule a Smile Day appointment, call brickworks Dental, 5429 Harding Hwy, No. 101, Mays Landing at 609625-0505.
Veterans also can find other locations by visiting http://www. veteranssmileday.org and putting in a zip code.
Stephanie is a freelance writer with 40 years experience covering NJ news for The Asbury Park Press, The Courier Post, The Catholic Star Herald and The Press of AC. Email her at stephanieloder59@hotmail.com
By Julia Train
For the past eight years, Lisa DeMario has collected Halloween decorations to transform her home into a Halloween wonderland for her autistic son, Jason. Lisa knew that his special needs made it difficult for him to fit in. to help him with that, she decided to create something where he could be included.
At first, Lisa would throw Halloween parties for Jason and his classmates, who all had various special needs. but as their collection of spooky decorations and animatronics grew, so did the number of guests.
What started as an intimate gathering in their basement evolved into a public event that takes over a majority of their house, drawing families from the community, especially those with children who have disabilities.
Lisa thought she should give Jason an experience where he felt like he had a job. So, she came up with a haunted tour.
Jason greets visitors at the door, walks them through and tells them
about the history of the animatronics and how he and his mom come up with the themes.
“It’s good for him. [It] makes him feel responsible,” said Lisa.
t he neighborhood kids even started getting involved because they wanted to help build the animatronics and be a part of it. Now they participate by jumping out of corners to scare visitors and giving tours when Jason’s busy with other people.
every year, Lisa and Jason set a new theme for their Halloween display. this year’s is New Orleans, complete with a Mardi Gras section in the basement, a toy and candy section, a circus and a winter wonderland inside. Outside, there’s a graveyard, a pumpkin patch and even a swamp.
Last year, the theme was a nostalgic 1950s café, where guests wore poodle skirts and leather jackets.
On Nov. 1, Lisa and Jason take a break, but after christmas, they start rearranging the animatronics and dressing them up for the following year.
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the basement’s decorations stay up all year and the garage is finished by spring. b y July, Lisa and Jason start decorating outside. they save the dining and living rooms for last; they are complete at the beginning of September.
decision made by Jason himself. the funds collected are used to enhance their collection or to go on trips to see other animatronics, fostering Jason’s passion for these festive figures.
“He wanted to put a price on it because he wants more animatronics. It’s more like a donation; anyone can come, but he feels like if he’s working, he needs to make some money,” said Lisa, laughing.
Although Lisa tries to recycle most of the animatronics and change them around each year, she does wind up having to buy some new ones. She said it’s expensive, but she’d be spending the same amount each year if Jason were on a sports team.
“It’s the same amount, but it just looks different because they’re objects,” Lisa said.
Lisa explained how Jason’s sensory sensitivities have shaped their approach to creating an accessible experience.
Initially, the animatronics were turned off during their parties due to the noise, which could be overwhelming for the children attending. Over the years, however, Jason has adjusted to the sounds, allowing for a more immersive experience.
“ this year was our first year going to horror conventions and animatronic conventions where he's adjusted to the noise,” Lisa said.
to ensure the display remains enjoyable for all, particularly those with similar sensitivities, Lisa has adapted the lights and sounds. the display is shown during the daylight to minimize the impact of flashing lights, providing a welcoming environment for families to explore.
It costs an optional fee of $3 for guests to walk through the display, a
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“I think this is a good example of trying to, as a parent, bond with your child with the things that they love, even though at times you may not understand them,” Lisa said. t hose interested in checking out Jason and Lisa’s haunted house can venture over to 400 elder St. in Northfield 1-5:30 p.m. on Saturdays.
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By David Weinberg
Brothers bo and Max Melton were always teammates growing up. they played together for the egg Harbor city crusaders on the midget level, at cedar creek High School and at rutgers University.
Last Sunday, they were rivals. bo, a third-year wide receiver for Green bay, earned family bragging rights in helping the Packers post a 34-13 victory over Arizona, where Max is a rookie cornerback.
" to see that relationship, even to today, it still brings tears to my eyes," Gary Sr. told Packers.com before the game. "I watched them play together. I watched them talk to each other. It's not a surprise to us that Max gravitated towards bo because they were close in age but also, he wanted to compete with bo. He knew that was going to make him better and look what happened."
the Packers did their part to recognize the occasion by making b o one of their three captains for the game, which meant he participated in the pregame coin flip.
b o caught one pass for 6 yards and also rushed for 27 yards on two carries. Max registered four tackles.
"It's very, very special," Vicky told Packers.com before the game. "Just thinking about it I get teary-eyed. that's just something that doesn't happen very often. It's a blessing."
"(Playing in the NFL) means everything to me and him," bo told Packers. com before the game. "Just the time we spent together at high school, even the time we spent in middle school, just growing up together all our lives. We were with each other in every phase – middle school, high school, college, going to the same college and now in the NFL.”
Approximately two dozen friends and family members, including parents Gary Sr. and Vicky Melton, were at Lambeau Field.
Gary, an Absegami High School graduate, and Vicky both sported custom Packers/c ardinals jerseys that featured bo’s No. 80 and Max’s No. 16.
the Philadelphia sports landscape is changing colors earlier than expected.
Phillies fans have taken off their “ red October” swag. t hey have shoved those playoff t-shirts and hoodies into dresser drawers, thrown them in the backs of closets, maybe even tossed them into the trash.
Now they’re donning their green gear again in hopes the eagles can enjoy a successful season and erase the disappointment of the Phils’ loss to the hated New York Mets in the NLDS.
Orange you frustrated by the way the Phils’ season ended?
three months ago, such an early playoff exit seemed unfathomable. t he Phils were the best team in baseball, slugging and pitching with aplomb. An 11-5 victory over Oakland left them with a 62-33 record. they seemed like a shoo-in to break the franchise record for wins in a season (102 in 2011) and appeared destined to win a World Series for the first time since 2008.
After the all-star break, however, pimples began to pop up on a previously smooth complexion. they were 34-37 in their final 71 games, including last Wednesday’s season-ending, 4-1 loss to the Mets.
“Well, it’s not how you start, it’s how you finish,” Nick castellanos told MLb .com. “And we started fantastic. We were the best team in baseball in the first half. everybody in baseball and all the fans were saying, ‘ this is our year. this is our year. this is our year.’
“I don’t know if expectations put on the pressure. I don’t know, but one thing I know is that we didn’t cross the finish line.”
collectively, the offense struggled. the Phils batted .186 in the series and struck out 38 times. there were numerous occasions where they lacked discipline at the plate and swung at pitches outside the strike zone. they did more fishing in the series
than a four-hour excursion aboard ray Scott’s charter boat.
Much of the ineptitude took place at the bottom of the lineup. t he Phillies’ No. 6-9 hitters went a combined 5-for-54 (.093). According to the Athletic, that’s the lowest-ever playoff batting average for the back half of a lineup.
t he entire lineup struggled to score, especially early in games. they produced just two runs before the sixth inning during the entire series and plated just 12 total runs.
It turned out that their best at-bat was their first at-bat. Kyle Schwarber bashed a leadoff home run in the bot-
tom of the first in Game 1, sending the towel-waving crowd at citizens bank Park into a frenzy.
Now those towels are probably being used as dish rags.
“It (bleeping) hurts,” Schwarber told MLb .com. “It’s not a good feeling.”
try telling that to the fans.
Just in the last three years, they’ve been forced to deal with one heartbreaking defeat after another.
In the 2022-23 sports year, the Phils lost the World Series to the Astros after winning two of the first three games, the eagles blew a second-half lead against the chiefs in
the Super bowl and the Sixers lost Games 6-7 to the celtics.
Last year, fans watched the Phils fall apart in the NLcS against the Diamondbacks, witnessed an epic collapse by the eagles, then had to deal with a first-round exit by the Sixers against the Knicks.
Now the fans will throw their support behind the eagles, who posted a 20-16 victory over cleveland last Sunday. t hat improved their record to 3-2 moving them into second place in the NFc east behind the Washington commanders.
t he b irds have been inconsistent to this point, but could challenge for the division title and perhaps make a playoff run if they stay healthy.
time will tell if their true colors come shining through.
David is a nationally recognized sports columnist who has covered Philadelphia and local sports for over 40 years. After 35 years with The Press, he has served as a columnist for 973ESPN.com and created his own Facebook page, Dave Weinberg Extra Points. Send comments to weinbergd419@comcast.net.
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▶Friday, Oct. 18 – Sunday, Oct. 20 Ocean city Music Pier, 825 boardwalk
Presented by the Ocean city theatre company. With its irresistible blend of hip-swiveling hits, eye-popping fashions and outrageous dance moves, “SHOUt! the Mod Musical” takes audiences back to the music, style and freedom of the 1960s. Show times are Friday, Oct. 18; Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. For tickets and information, visit www.oceancitytheatrecompany. com.
▶Friday, Oct. 18 – Sunday, Oct. 20 tennessee Avenue beer Hall, 133 S. tennessee Ave., Atlantic city the 15th Annual elephant talk Indie Music Awards are scheduled for this weekend. this three-day celebration of the local music community is open to all ages. Free parking on site. Admission is $15 per day or $30 for a weekend pass. the festivities will be held on Friday from 6 p.m.– midnight, Saturday noon–midnight, and Sunday noon–9 p.m. to view the full concert schedule, visit www.facebook.com/ elephanttalkindie.
Atlantic City Marathon and Half Marathon 5K, 10K
▶Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20
boardwalk at bally’s Atlantic city, 1900 boardwalk established in 1958, the Atlantic city Marathon is the third oldest continuing marathon in the country, with a course noted for being fast and flat. With 8 miles of oceanfront boardwalk running, it is sure to be a fantastic weekend. the 5K and 10K will be held this Saturday at 9 a.m. the marathon and half marathon will begin on Sunday at 8 a.m. the course will begin at b ally’s and span all of
Absecon Island. Learn more at www. acraceseries.com.
Lighthouse Challenge
▶Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20
Absecon Lighthouse, 31 S. rhode Island Ave.
the 25th Annual Lighthouse challenge of New Jersey will be held this weekend. climb all 228 steps at Absecon Lighthouse. regular admission for adults; children under 11 are free. call 609-449-1360 or go to www.abseconlighthouse.org for more information.
Ventnor Pirates Pep Rally
▶6–8 p.m.
Ventnor Football Field, 311 N. Surrey Ave.
Join Ventnor Pirates Football and cheer for their inaugural pep rally. this fun-filled evening will include delicious food, exciting games, and a fantastic movie. come dressed in your best reD attire to show off your Pirate spirit and learn more about their football and cheer programs.
Fall Concert Series at Ocean City Library
▶7 p.m.
Ocean city Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Join OcFPL for their free weekly concert series. this week, enjoy a live performance by the rowdy ramblers Dixie-Swing band. concerts will be held in the chris Maloney Lecture Hall. Use the entrance closest to 17th Street. For more information, visit www.oceancitylibrary.org or call 609-399-2434.
Brigantine Fall Market
▶9 a.m.–1 p.m.
b rigantine community School Parking Lot, Sheridan and roosevelt blvd.
Join the brigantine Farmers Market for a morning of boos and brews. come in costume for a chance to win a prize. enjoy coffee, mead, beer and other spirits. Over 50 of your favorite vendors will be there, along with produce grown by the scholars of b rigantine community School. DJ Jack Fahey will keep the tunes playing all morning long. Fall Bazaar at Reed’s
▶9 a.m.–3 p.m.
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goods, plants, crafts, homemade goods, and much more. Plus, enjoy family friendly activities such as face painting, costume contests, pie-eating contests, lawn games, photo ops and music.
Electronic Recycling Fundraiser
▶9 a.m.–noon
Atlantic county 4-H Fairgrounds, 3210 route 50, Mays Landing
Hosted by the Atlantic county 4-H SteM club, this event, held on the third Saturday of each month, provides the opportunity to get rid of old electronic equipment. Accepted items include Ac adapters, handheld or table-mounted scanners, keyboards, Pc speakers, laptop and cell phone batteries, t Vs, toner and ink cartridges and more. See the complete list at www.ac4hfair.org/ electronic-recycling.
Horsepower by the Bay
▶10 a.m.
bay Ave. and Harbor Lane, Somers Point
the 10th Annual Horsepower by the b ay c ar and b oat show is on. the event will include hundreds of vehicles ranging from hot rods to antiques, classics, muscle cars, street rods, fire trucks, classic and vintage boats. Plus, there will be a flea market and swap meet on site, along with food and trophies. registration day
of show; no charge for participating. All proceeds and donations benefit the Somers Point Historical Society. call Kirk Gerety at 609-204-6523 or email coupe1956@aol.com for more information.
Porsche Boardwalk Reunion
▶11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Ocean city boardwalk
Over 350 Porsches from all models and years will be displayed on the boardwalk from Sixth–14th streets. Porsche-related topics will be open to all at the Music Pier. For more information, visit www.oceancityvacation.com.
Line Dancing at the Library
▶11 a.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Join Longport Library for a morning of line dancing, a great way to get your mind and body moving. call 609487-7403 to register.
Smithville Costume Pet Parade and Costume Contest
▶1 p.m.
Historic Smithville 615 e . Moss Mill road
Hosted by Paw Dazzle. Head to the Village Greene and join dozens of pets in a parade and costume contest at Historic Smithville. registration opens at 11 a.m. there will be raffles, prizes and adoptable dogs. A portion of the proceeds benefit Atlantic
county c anines. More information is available at www.pawdazzle.com. 4-H Trunk or Treat and Open House
▶2–4 p.m.
Atlantic county 4-H Fairgrounds, 3210 route 50, Mays Landing
Hosted by the Atlantic county 4-H Association. cars decorated by local 4-H clubs will hand out treats. this fun and safe trick or treat event is free to attend. costumes are encouraged. Donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted. For more information, visit www.ac4hfair.org. Egg Harbor City Fall Family Fest ▶3–6 p.m.
Philadelphia Ave.
the third Annual Fall Family Fest is on. b ring the whole family for an afternoon packed with fun activities, including a pumpkin patch, corn maze, axe throwing, pony rides and petting zoo, and delicious treats from local eateries. Hosted by the egg Harbor city economic Development corporation.
Smithville Corvette Show
▶8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Historic Smithville, 615 e . Moss Mill road
Hosted by t he Original Garden State corvette club (OGScc). enjoy this annual corvettes Only car show,
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benefiting local charities and toys for tots. More information is available at www.historicsmithville.com. rain date: Sunday, Oct. 27.
John R. Elliott HERO Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run
▶9 a.m.–noon
Ocean city civic center, Sixth St. and the boardwalk
Join the H erO campaign in raising awareness about the importance of safe and sober designated drivers, while also honoring and remembering those who we have lost. Final registration and check-in opens at 9 a.m., followed by the fun run at 10 a.m., awards and ceremony at 10:30, and
the walk at 11 a.m. For more information, visit www.herocampaign.org.
Trunk or Treat at Central Square
▶2–5 p.m.
199 New road, Linwood enjoy this annual free event with food, music, games and trunk or treat. All proceeds benefit c ancer
Support community New Jersey at Gilda’s club. email salonkink@gmail. com for additional information or to register for a trunk spot.
Northfield Dog Parade
▶3–5 p.m.
congregation b eth Israel, 2501 Shore road
Join the Northfield business Association for their inaugural Dog Parade
this Sunday. everyone is welcome to join. there will be hot food and refreshing drinks from Donut NV, and special art pieces by HG Workshop. registration is open now at www. northfieldbusinessassociation.com/ dogparade.
Monday, October 21
We Walk Somers Point ▶8:30 a.m.
Somers Point city Hall, 1 W. New Jersey Ave.
Open to all residents of Somers Point. this active walking club meets weekly to promote health and create opportunities for people to pursue fitness goals while meeting neigh -
bors. Go to www.visitsomerspoint. com and click on the events tab for further information.
Tuesday, October 22
Movie at the Library
▶6:30 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
try your luck at a game of bingo. Available for all ages. call 609-4877403 to register.
Somers Point Dance Society
▶7:30–10 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Hall, 447 bethel road
Admission is $10 and includes snacks, live musical duos, line dancing, dance mixers, social dancing and plenty of parking. come out and kick up your heels, or just listen to good music with good company.
Wednesday, October 23
Positivity Project joins the Mindful Movers
▶9–10 a.m.
Newport Ave. beach, Ventnor
Start your day in an upbeat way. e xplore mindfulness, gratitude, and meditation followed by a stroll on the Ventnor b oardwalk. c are for your mind, spirit, and body. rSVP by Monday by contacting t ina Serota at 609-287-8872 or email tserota@ jfsatlantic.org.
OC Chamber of Commerce Welcome Night
▶6–8 p.m.
Ocean city civic center, Sixth St. and the boardwalk
Meet Ocean city groups, businesses, and organizations during this free event. For more information, visit www.oceancityvacation.com.
Thursday, October 24
Pickleball for Paws
▶10 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Marina Pickleball courts, 42nd Place and the bay, Sea Isle city
Join the title company of Jersey for a special day of pickleball fun featuring a certified pickleball instructor. there will be skills events for all levels including newcomers. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Ocean city. For more information, call HSOc at 609-398-3600 and ask for carla to reserve your spot, or search ‘Pickleball for Paws’ on eventbrite.
Ocean City Halloween Parade
▶7:15 p.m.
Asbury Ave., Sixth–11th St.
Sponsored by the Ocean city e xchange club. For more information, call 1-800-813-5580 or visit https:// ochp.blogspot.com.
Friday, October 25
OCTC Halloween Party ▶7–11 p.m. the Flanders Hotel
the Greater Ocean city theatre company invites you to a spooktacular fun evening at their Halloween costume Party. DJ christian chin will keep the tunes spinning as guests enjoy delicious food, including a fajita and taco station, an Oc boardwalk station, and taste of Philly station. t ickets are $95 per person. t his event is for adults 21 and older. For ticket details and information, visit www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com.
Monday, October 28
Women’s Coffee and Conversation: Advocating for Your Loved One
▶10:30 a.m.–noon
J cc boardroom, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate
Join JFS Village as they host professional speakers on issues that impact a woman's ability to live her best life. britton Law Group’s Director of elder care coordination, Ann Markel- crozier, will lead an interactive discussion from her professional and personal experiences. rSVP by Oct. 21 by contacting tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or email tserota@ jfsatlantic.org.
Memory Connections
▶1–2:30 p.m.
J cc boardroom, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate
Join JFS Village and the Alzheimer’s Association for a gathering of caregivers of loved ones living with dementia and the person living with the disease. c aregivers will participate in a support group led by a trained professional while their loved one will enjoy a socialization activity. rSVP by Oct. 21 by contacting tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or email tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Health and Wellness
Living in the Moment Group
▶Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
Mental Health Association of Atlantic county, 4 e . Jimmie Leeds road Suite 8, Galloway
Slow down and spend an hour with like-minded people working on developing gratitude, self-love, and other character traits that encourage mindfulness. Weekly meetings include meaningful discussions, camaraderie, and a group activity. For more information, call 609-6523800, ext. 0306.
NAMI Family Support and Connection
▶Monday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m.
St. Joseph’s catholic church, 606 Shore road. Somers Point
Hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). the Family Support Group is peer led for families, care givers and loved ones of individuals with mental illness; connection is a recovery support group
for adults 18+ living with a mental health condition. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experience and gain insight into each other's challenges and successes. Visit www.namiacm.org or call 609-741-5125 for more information. Breast Cancer Screening Event
▶Saturday, Oct. 19, 8 a.m.–noon.
Shore Medical center, 100 Medical center Way, Somers Point October is breast cancer Awareness Month. Shore Medical center, a member of the Penn Medicine cancer Network, and Advanced Shore Imaging Associations are working together to offer free screening mammograms for those who are underinsured or
uninsured. Shore will offer a clinical breast exam and provide a medical script for those who need assistance. call 609-653-3440 for your appointment.
MHA Atlantic Family Meetings ▶thursday, Oct. 24, 7 p.m. t hese virtual support groups and educational programs are for individuals with a loved one affected by mental health and/or substance use disorders. Day and evening meetings include an educational segment as well as support in the form of stress-reduction, self-care, resources, and advocacy. Meetings are held at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth thursday, and 7 p.m. ev-
ery third Wednesday. contact Gail christian at 609-652-3800 ext. 0301 or gchristian@mhanj.org to receive a meeting link.
Dementia Support Group ▶Wednesday, Nov. 6, 1:30 p.m. 6009 Paul and thelma Lane, Mays Landing Held on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1:30–3 p.m. c all Diane conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
Do you have an upcoming event? Let us know about it! Submit your next event to shorelocalevents@gmail.com.
By Tammy Thornton
Ahidden gem in Galloway, Glenn by the bay at Veterans Memorial Park, offers a place to stroll wooded paths lined with native plants, peruse pollinator gardens, and immerse yourself in nature. the new Welcome Pavilion and pollinator garden were dedicated at Glenn by the bay during a ribbon-cutting ceremony held Wednesday, Oct. 9.
this event marked the completion of a grant project by Go Green Galloway, funded by PSeG through the Sustainable Jersey organization. the ceremony began with a meet and greet followed by a welcome from co-chair of the project, Steve Fiedler, from Go Green Galloway. cub Scout Pack 12 led the group in the Pledge
of Allegiance, while also helping to hold up the flag on what proved to be a beautiful but windy day. Opening remarks were given by Galloway Mayor Anthony coppola. Other speakers highlighting the project were: Kaitlyn Vollmer, grants program manager, in recognition of Sustainable Jersey; Julie bell, project coordinator, in recognition of the National Parks Service; and thomas (tim) Glenn, representing the Glenn Family Foundation. After refreshments, attendees were given an opportunity to view the pollinator gardens and take the 1-mile guided walk on the Glenn by the bay Loop trail.
t he beginning of the winding path is marked with a sign for “Annie’s Woods” in honor of Anne-Marie Glenn, matriarch of the Glenn family and previous owner of the property with her late husband tom. the civic-minded Glenn Family loved this land and never wanted to see it developed. they are credited with the preservation of the land, which was transferred to the Atlantic county Parks system through the Green Acres program and was eventually
turned over to Galloway township. t he path through the over 1-acre forested site leads to the back of the property, which goes out to reed’s bay, the location of a recent turtle release coordinated with Stockton University.
Tim Glenn with Adrianna McGinty, a Stockton University student who works in the lab with the diamondback terrapin head start program. Picture taken during the terrapin release on Oct. 3, at Glenn by the Bay at Veterans Memorial Park in Galloway.
Xerces plant package award helped create a pollinator garden of native species plants, and an N rcS/USDA grant supplied funding to complete a second pollinator garden filled with native shrubs, warm season grasses, and more herbaceous plants.
Attendees enjoyed the walk on the Glenn by the bay Loop trail and look forward to how the gardens and habitat will support pollinators and native wildlife in the future. For more information or to find out how you can get involved, contact: gogreengalloway12@gmail.com.
Fiedler spoke about the grant project that was given the theme: “Go Native at Glenn by the bay.” He gave credit to the extensive partners of the project, including the Xerces Society, the National Park Service, Go Green Galloway, Absecon Green team, Sustainable Jersey, Stockton University, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Glenn Family Foundation, as well as many volunteers from the community. Fiedler stated that over 200 tons of invasive species plants were removed to make room for the growth of native plants, and said that “volunteers are our lifeblood.” In addition to the pavilion, benches, and signage, a
Tammy Thornton lives with her husband, children, and crazy pets while enjoying a life of gardening, cooking, and going to the beach.
By Bruce Klauber
“ the barbary coast” referred to a strip of Margate bars that stretched from the bayfront to Washington Avenue and then to the beach. these partying spots were in operation
from the 1950s through the 1980s, although some were in business as early as the 1940s and as late as the early 2000s.
the partying was quite heavy back in the day. the strip was so notorious that during a recent Margate commission meeting, Margate Mayor Michael collins voiced concern that “residents fear a return of the infamous barbary coast vibe, where drunks and debauchery ruled.” the commission admitted that most of these classic party spots have been converted to condos and townhomes, but there’s
a concern that the pendulum may be swinging back.
that’s doubtful as the “heat” generated by the still-in-operation Maynard’s and Memories, to say nothing of high-end restaurants like Steve & cookies and Sophia’s, is minimal.
Maloney’s and Maynard’s have been detailed in these pages recently, but there were many more iconic, sometimes infamous and sometimes fondly-remembered bars that populated the barbary coast through the years.
the Greenhouse bar was perhaps the oldest establishment on the strip. Its origins go as far back as the early 1900s, when it was an apartment house. It turned into a speakeasy during prohibition (rumor is that John Dillinger was a customer during those days). It was a full-fledged tavern by the 1930s and it was immensely popular in the 1950s. Structurally, it was more than sound, as it survived the hurricane of 1944 and nor’easter of 1962.
Moylan’s, located at Monmouth and Monroe avenues, and now the site of Steve & cookies, dates back to 1940. the Martin Family owned Moylan’s – a dark, windowless bar with a good jukebox, which was in business until 1990. In local lore, Moylan’s was best known for an alcoholic concoction called “the Mother.” the ingredients were vodka, tequila, crème de mint, grenadine, gin, and the secret ingredient, Schmidt’s beer. Good luck with that!
A few Margate bars, like the late and great Maloney’s, have generated so many good memories that Facebook groups devoted to them have popped up. One venue with a Facebook group is red’s. Glenn Klotz, whose family bought it and renovated it in 1979, is the administrator of the red’s Facebook group. He posted a brief history of the memorable place.
“ r ed’s was built in 1950 and
opened as the White House,” Klotz wrote. “It was owned by the cohen Family, who were relatives of Paul “Skinny” D’Amato, who owned the 500 club. they ran it as the White House until 1978. It was also called the Music box/White House for two years, 1976-’78, and it was a disco then.
“ t he original White House was just another local dive like the Greenhouse and Maloney’s and the rest. My family bought and renovated it in 1979. It was re-named the “Ivory” in honor of Lucy the elephant and was a New York-styled disco.
“It slowly evolved into a New Wave-styled rock club from the first year. by 1981, it was totally New Wave, given the death of 1970s disco. In 1984, the club was redesigned and renamed red’s. red’s went through redesigns and updates all the way to its closing on June 12, 1997. During those years, over 500 bands played at Ivory/ red’s. It was torn down in June of 2003. It was a fun place and I’m pleased it’s remembered here.”
In an April 2009 piece for the long-gone Downbeach current, writer bill Kelly, a frequent contributor to these pages, gave a fine overview and a guided tour of some of the other, nearly-forgotten bars that populated the barbary coast.
“ the Harbor Inn, at one time not long ago, sold 10 beers for a dollar,” Kelly wrote. “On the next corner was Merrel’s, where Lew London, the east coast Aces, b obby c ampanell and the original Shakes played before it became Gilhooley’s, a brass and glass joint. On the corner, there used to be Kelly’s corner bar, with a pool table and jukebox. Kelly’s was attached to Gables, one of the premier rock ‘n’ roll bars on the east coast. Once said to be a bowling alley, the huge nightclub had multiple bars, a dance floor and a stage where the exceptions were the house band. the e xceptions opened
for major acts like John Kay and Steppenwolf.
“Around the corner and across the street was Omar’s, a neighborhood bar that was once called the Nickelodeon, a bust out joint which featured live bands, before it too became a fancy restaurant and then, condos. there was also the barn Pizza hut, a popular pit stop for generations. A block down from the Greenhouse was the b each b ar, where you could walk in off the beach in your bare feet and get a cold one. that became a high rise in the early 1980s.
“Wherever you went at the b arbary coast, at the end of the night, after shooting pool, drinking and dancing to the live bands, everyone eventually ended up at Lenny’s Hot Dogs. When the sun came up, it was in the shadow of Lucy the elephant. by three or four in the morning there was a line at Lenny’s where people stood around mingling, talking, eating hot dogs, and getting ready to take a nap on
the beach, or reluctantly go home.”
I can attest to how special, and often much-needed, Lenny’s was. In the late 1980s I was doing double duty as a musician, dividing my time between the Starlight ballroom in Pennsauken, which was open until 4 a.m., and the old trump Plaza, where my musical shift began at the ungodly hour of 11:30 a.m.
When things ended at 4 in the morning in Pennsauken, I high-tailed it down to Lenny’s in Margate where I scarfed down three dogs with raw onions, circa 5:30 a.m., before getting a few hours’ sleep at the old White Sands Motel. the barbary coast era ended for many reasons. the lower drinking age led to more accidents and DWI
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arrests. t here were some well-publicized drug incidents and more than a couple of episodes of violence that made headlines. b ut the main reason was the increase in property values. With the exception of Maynard’s and Memories, the fabled bars have been replaced by condos and high-end restaurants.
Indeed, all things must change, but as bill Kelly wrote in 2009, “ today, as they sit around sipping champagne in their waterfront condos and at the sushi bars, it seems that the people who have never been to Margate’s barbary coast in its heyday just don’t know what a good time is.”
Bruce Klauber is the author of four books, an award-winning music journalist, concert and record producer and publicist, producer of the Warner Brothers and Hudson Music "Jazz Legends" film series, and performs both as a drummer and vocalist.
By Steffen Klenk
Funny Farm rescue and Sanctuary hosted its annual Fall Festival on Sunday, Oct. 13. t here was no shortage of smiles as guests were greeted by just some of the 700+ rescue animals on-site. Dozens of volunteers were on the festival grounds all day, assisting visitors.
the annual Fall Festival has become one of the largest and most anticipated events of the year for Southern New Jersey, boasting tons of activities, from face painting to music, vendors, food, dancing, raffle prizes, and much more. the highlight of the day was a hayride tour of the facility hosted by a member of the Funny Farm team. Overall, the day was an immense success, with proceeds benefiting the animal sanctuary.
Funny Farm is one of the largest animal sanctuaries in the United States, creating a home for animals that were either unwanted or have
special needs, and allowing them to live out their natural lives. t he organization regularly seeks volunteers. Individuals and groups who are interested in helping may visit the volunteer page on their website to sign up. You can also assist with a monetary donation or by dropping off much needed supplies. Visit www. funnyfarmrescue.org to learn more.
The Ocean city boardwalk will be host to two major events this weekend: the Porsche b oardwalk r eunion on Saturday and the H erO Walk on Sunday.
More than 350 Porsches of models from 1954 to the present will be on display on the Ocean city boardwalk between Sixth Street and 14th Street from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, as part of the Porsche Boardwalk Reunion the Ocean city Music Pier will be host to various free tech sessions on Porsche-related topics. For more information, visit www.boardwalkreunion.org.
the John R. Elliott HERO Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run on the Ocean city boardwalk will take place on Sunday, Oct. 20. the H erO Fun run will take place at 10 a.m. H erO ceremonies are at 10:30 a.m. t he 5-kilometer H erO Walk along the Ocean city b oardwalk commences at 11 a.m. the organization raises awareness of the importance of sober designated drivers. registration begins at 9 a.m. at the Sports and civic center, Sixth Street and boardwalk. For more information, visit herocampaign.org.
Volunteers are sought for the Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. check in and pick up supplies at the Ocean city Music Pier before the event. Please consider bringing a bucket for collection. call 609-3996111, ext. 9712 or email pwoc@ocnj. us to sign up.
“SHOUT! The Mod Musical” continues its run at the Ocean city Music Pier on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. the Ocean city theatre company
production takes audiences back to the music, style and freedom of the 1960s. the show features terrific new arrangements of such classic tunes as “ to Sir with Love,” “Downtown,” “Son of a Preacher Man” and “Goldfinger.” Performances are at the Ocean city Music Pier at 7 p.m. Oct. 18 and 19 and at 2 p.m. Oct. 20. tickets can be purchased at www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com.
Coming up in October
Oct. 23 — OC Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Welcome Night: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean city Sports & c ivic center. Meet O c groups, businesses and organizations. Free event.
celebrate Halloween 4 p.m. to dusk. Skateboarders are invited to come dressed for the holiday. there will be prizes for best costume and best trick, and candy for the participants.
Oct. 26-27 — Dog Days: Leashed dogs will be permitted on the boardwalk from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. All are welcome and encouraged to bring their favorite furry canine friend. Activities for Saturday include dog-specific vendors along the boardwalk, photo-op stations and the Humane Society of Ocean city’s “Pet of the Year” Announcement.
Oct. 26 — HSOC “Howl-O-Ween” Parade: Hosted by the Humane Society of Ocean city. contestants are
Oct. 24 — Halloween Parade: the 76th annual Ocean city Halloween Parade is set for 7:15 p.m. thursday, Oct. 24, and registration is now open for anybody who would like to participate. For more information, visit Ocean city Halloween Parade (ochp. blogspot.com).
Oct. 26 — Halloween Costume
Skate: the Ocean city Skate Park at Fifth Street and Asbury Avenue will
encouraged to dress themselves and their pooch in Halloween costumes in the spirit of the season. registration begins at 2 p.m. at the Sports & civic center. the parade begins at 3 p.m. and the procession is from Sixth Street to 14th Street on the boardwalk. Former Philadelphia eagles walk-on legend Vince Papale will be grand marshal. For registration and more information, visit ocnj.us/DogDay.
Families of Ocean city United in Success (FOcUS) invites all Ocean city residents to a free presentation on proposed new statewide flood elevation requirements that will affect Ocean city homes and properties. the event is scheduled for 5:307:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30 at the Ocean city Yacht club (100 bay road). FOcUS is working in cooperation with cape May county officials and their environmental consultant to sponsor the expert presentation. the discussion points to be reviewed will include:
● Governor Murphy's executive order
● Flood insurance rates
● Property valuations
● changing architecture of Ocean city
the presentation will be made by Peter Lomax, president of the Lomax consulting Group, an environmental and regulatory firm. It will be followed by a question-and-answer session.
t he event will be free to all attendees who rSVP by Sunday, Oct. 20. Visit ocnjfocus.org/events for more information and to rSVP.
FOcUS is seeking donations and sponsorships to help offset the cost of the event and support the work of the community group. to learn more, visit ocnjfocus.org/sponsors.
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By Steffen Klenk
After 94 years on the Ocean city b oardwalk, Gillian’s Wonderland Pier ceased operations on Sunday, Oct. 13. before the gates came down, families purchased their tickets and got in line for one final ride on some of the park’s most beloved attractions. even the iconic Wonder bear mascot made an appearance, spotted taking photos with adored fans and boarding some of the rides.
As the sun began to set on the bittersweet day, announcements throughout the complex thanked everyone for visiting. “All good things
holding his ticket for a ride
must come to an end. Wonderland Pier will be closing in 15 minutes.” Just before 6 p.m., parkgoers met outside by the roller coaster for an
impromptu rendition of "Amazing Grace", performed by bagpipers Ian and Alan McGill.
Inside, by the monorail station, the animatronic band played its last tune to the delight of many. We caught up with longtime guest bill Yoxheimer, formerly of egg Harbor township, who was one of the last in line to board the monorail. “We always met at the W.” he shared. “Our whole family has always met at the W. If you get lost, go to the W.”
From former attractions such as the salt and pepper shakers, to favorites like the giant slide, carousel, even the Ferris wheel, Yoxheimer expressed his thanks to the Gillian
family for the experience of a lifetime. “I wish the ride never ended.”
For many, the entire day was filled with wonderous joy and reminiscing on a special place that brought smiles to so many faces. While the fate of the property, and its many attractions, are still unknown for now, the many fond memories of Gillian’s won’t soon be forgotten.
Steffen Klenk is a photographer and multimedia journalist who enjoys capturing the eclectic moments of shore life. You may contact Steffen at shorelocalsteffen@gmail.com.
By Lisa Zaslow Segelman
Our local’s summer is nearing its end as sweaters and jackets are close at hand. Still, it’s that time of year when most of our beachcombing guests are gone and we’re free to enjoy any remaining days that are warm and windless enough for the beach, ample parking and those beautiful yellow flowers that grow on the dunes.
Still, there is a chill in the air and my French onion soup crocks beckon. even if you’re not ready to go all-in on fall, the soup part of French onion soup can be frozen now for thanksgiving.
Making this soup authentically is at least a three-step process (make the broth, caramelize the onions, prepare the cheesy garlic toasts), but this is a case of the fewer corners you cut, the
better the results.
My love affair with this soup started in the 1980s with dinners out with my parents at the wildly popular HA Winston restaurants. Sometimes we would just order French onion soup and split a sandwich. the cheese would stick to the sides of the crock. Once the soup and floating Gruyere-covered garlic toast were consumed, you still had the opportunity to scrape those last bits of baked-on heaven from the side of the crock.
French onion soup has its origins in antiquity with the ancient Greeks and the romans. they are said to have made a broth with chunks of onion, but the version we all know and love comes from the bistros and restaurants of Paris in the 18th century. there are two main origin stories for the soup, and both include King Louis XV. the first tells of him returning from a hunting trip where he found his cupboards at the lodge empty except for some onions, butter and champagne. With the help
of his great aunt, who was a lodge guest, they threw it all in a pot and the result was delicious. the second story traces the recipe to La Pomme d’Or Hotel in Grand
e st, France, which was the birthplace of Nicolas Appert, the inventor of canning. the story has it that Nicolas was working at the hotel on the night that the Duke of Lorraine, Stanislas Leszczynski, who was also the ex-king of Poland, stopped on the way to the Palace of Versailles to visit his daughter, Queen Marie, who was also the wife of Louis the XV. He fell in love with the soup and spent the rest of the evening in the kitchen watching Appert dice scores of onions. He took the recipe to the Palace of Versailles, introduced it to his daughter and the king and the comforting, delicious soup recipe spread to Paris from there. regardless of where it came from, it’s not going anywhere except maybe the crocks in your kitchen!
Ingredients
● 8 cups yellow onions, sliced thin
● 6 tbs butter
● 2 t. canola oil
● 8 slices French or sourdough bread
● 1 tsp. kosher salt
● ½ tsp. pepper
● ½ tsp. sugar
● 2 bay leaves
● 1½ cups dry white wine
● 1 cup white wine
● 8 cups beef stock, preferably homemade (see recipe below)
● 10 sprigs of thyme tied with twine
● 1 baguette sliced in 1-inch slices
● 3 garlic cloves cut in half lengthwise
● 8 oz. Gruyere, Jarlsberg, emmental, or Swiss
● 6 tsp. sherry (Manzanilla or Fino preferred)
Slice the onions lengthwise and then in thin slices. I use a mandolin which saves a lot of time as long as you’re careful. they can be dangerous if not used properly. read package instructions.
Melt 4 tbs. butter and 2 t. canola oil in a Dutch oven or other large, heavy-bottomed skillet. A large skillet is important to get the onions to caramelize. Add the onions and cook over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring every now and then.
Add the salt, pepper and sugar, and cook on very low for about 45 minutes, more until the onions are soft and caramelized. t hey should be a rich golden color; no white should remain. If using a skillet for the onions, you may want to transfer them to a soup pot at this point. tilt the pan or pot as you go along to remove any water from the onions with a large spoon.
Add the wine, bring to a boil uncovered until all the liquid has evaporated, 8-10 minutes. tie the thyme and bay leaves with twine and add the herb bundle and the beef broth (homemade or good quality) to the pan with the onions. bring to a boil and then simmer uncovered for 20-30 minutes until the broth thickens. remove from heat and whisk in the remaining 2 tbs butter. taste and adjust the seasoning.
1. With a serrated knife, cut the bread into 1-inch slices. rub each toast with a clove of garlic and broil in the oven on low for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. take out and set aside.
2. When you’re ready to serve the soup, preheat the broiler. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer. Sprinkle the slices with the Gruyere or cheese of choice and broil on low until bubbly and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
3. Ladle the soup in bowls and float several of the Gruyere croutons on top.
Alternative Method:
Ladle the soup into bowls, top each with 2 slices of bread and top with cheese. Put the bowls into the oven to toast the bread and melt the cheese. be careful removing the crocks from the oven with this method as they will get very hot and can be heavy. Use good potholders!
Ingredients
● 4 lbs. meaty beef soup bones (beef shanks or short ribs)
● 1 lb. oxtail meat if available
● 2 medium onions, quartered
● 3 chopped medium carrots, optional
● 3 chopped celery ribs, optional
● ½ cup warm water
● ½ teaspoon salt
● 3 bay leaves
● 3 garlic cloves, peeled
● 8 to 10 whole peppercorns
● cold water
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a large roasting pan lined with foil or parchment, roast the beef bones, oxtail, onions, carrots and celery uncovered for 30 minutes. roast until bones and vegetables are dark brown, 30 minutes longer; drain off any fat. transfer bones, oxtail and vegetables to a large stockpot. Add ¾ cup warm water to roasting pan; stir to loosen browned bits and transfer the bits and the pan juices to pot. Add cold water to cover the bones and vegetables, then add the seasonings. bring to a boil. this should take about 30 minutes. reduce heat. Simmer, covered, with lid slightly ajar, 8-24 hours, skimming any foam that develops. If necessary, add water to keep ingredients covered. You can also cook in a slow cooker or instant pot on low for up to 24 hours. remove beef bones; cool. Strain broth through a fine sieve or cheesecloth-lined colander placed over a bowl. throw away the vegetables and seasonings. Skim fat if using the broth right away (an inexpensive fat separator cup is a good idea to have) or refrigerate for a few hours or overnight to easily remove fat which can be saved or frozen for use in other recipes. the broth itself can also be frozen in ice cube trays to add to other dishes if there’s any left over from the French onion soup.
Lisa is an advertising copywriter (think ‘Madmen’ without the men), journalist and columnist. Claim to fame: Lou’s waitress for four teenage summers. For column comments, story ideas, or to get on her “quote” list for future columns: redshoeslzs@ gmail.com
By Steffen Klenk
The Jersey Shore is known for having family-friendly towns with outstanding beaches, cities full of rich history and fun boardwalks. Yet, there is a scary, spooky side to our area, full of shadowy abandoned houses, creepy cemeteries and chilling legends. Seeing that Halloween is just a few weeks away, I’ve chosen to share some information on our local haunted legends.
How is a place deemed as being haunted? the history of the building or surrounding area is at the
top of the list, followed by who lived there and how the house or land was used. “Spirits” may seek some form of justice or revenge or, perhaps, just wants someone to know of their presence. this is especially true on battlegrounds, cemeteries and old, long closed hospitals and prisons. there are countless legends attached to such places; tales of paranormal activities are shared such as unexplained cold spots, odd smells, creak-
ing or slamming doors, flickering lights and sounds of footsteps in the dark.
there are a considerable amount of places that are described everywhere from Smithville to cape May, all rich with history. Locally, there are several that stand out. South Jersey is known for the
Pine barrens, which encompasses 1.1 million acres of preserved woodland over seven counties and known as the largest haunted area in all of the state. Within this endless forest are former mining settlements and mills, along with tales of numerous ghosts and another Jersey-native creature.
Often referred to as the Leeds Devil, tales of the infamous Jersey Devil go back as early as the 1700s. Legend has it he is the 13th son of Jane Leeds, and was born as a creature with hooves, wings and a forked tail. Many have reported spotting the creature in various locations throughout Atlantic county, most notably in the Pine barrens.
cape May is another town full of paranormal occurrences and sightings of numerous apparitions. the cape received its name from the Dutch c aptain Mey, who came upon the peninsula in 1620, a place where the Native American tribes summered. When the Quakers formed the community in 1688, the whaling industry began and more families relocated to the area. Victorian houses and hotels line the beachfront streets along with many stories of hundreds of ghosts.
Just in time for Halloween, several local towns are currently offering nightly Ghost tour walks, many telling tales of folklore and old haunts. there are a number of haunted hayrides that will send chills down your spine, leaving you to wonder what is coming next. corn mazes provide smiles and fun to both kids and adults.
No matter where you may venture this season, have a Happy Halloween.
Steffen Klenk is a photographer and multimedia journalist who enjoys capturing the eclectic moments of shore life. You may contact Steffen at shorelocalsteffen@gmail.com.
Tremendous End-of-Season Savings
Tens of thousands found their way to Asbury Avenue in Ocean city on Saturday, Oct. 12, for the annual Fall block Party. More than 400 vendors lined the entire avenue from 5th – 14th Streets, selling their precious wares, homemade goods, artisan crafts, and merchandise. there were plenty of food and drink vendors to satisfy all taste buds, along with an array of music to keep spirits lively. With delightful weather in the air and a plethora of activities in and around the region, this year’s
By Charles P. Eberson Se nior Moments
One recent afternoon, my wife and I decided to take a thermos of tea and a baked goodie down to Longport Point where the city has thoughtfully installed a few strategically placed park benches. It’s a beautiful spot to relax while watching boaters and fishermen as the sun is setting.
As I got out of the car, that’s when I saw her across the street: slim, athletic, and for now, alone. Perhaps my gaze languished a little too long and I got the headshake from my wife, but it’s not what you think. She was a gleaming, new triumph motorcycle. I have always loved motorcycles. Since he is no longer around to defend himself, I blame my father.
When I was 8 years old, he brought his new object of desire home to meet us. She was a motorcycle, a now obscure German manufacturer, NSU. One of his Army buddies told me later that they used to ride motorcycles together and my dad rode so fast, nobody could keep up.
Much to my mother’s chagrin, he took me to Union Avenue School in Margate on the back. My metal lunch box was wedged between my chest and his back. I must have been the only kid in school who arrived on the back of a motorcycle, but I didn’t think much of it.
Years passed and I was living and working in the Montclair area of North Jersey. I finally had the means to purchase my own motorcycle and had a friend who was more knowl -
edgeable than I accompany me to a Honda dealership in Plainfield. I made my choice, paid my money, and pushed my sweet ride out the door.
It was then the realization hit me that I had never operated a motorcycle before in my life. route 22 at night was not the optimal place to learn, but I made it home bathed in sweat and euphoria. t hat was my transportation to work in all kinds of weather until the winds of change blew into my life.
A relationship and a job ended. I loaded all I could onto the bike and returned to my parents’ home in Margate. I don’t know if my father was happier seeing me or my motorcycle. In a touching role reversal, my dad would approach me and ask if he could borrow the motorcycle and go for a ride. I soon got reports of people seeing him chugging around Margate in fifth gear. the bike was my escape and brought me years of enjoyment.
then, some friends who were avid dirt bike riders encouraged me to sell the Honda, so I purchased a Kawasaki trail bike. together, we rode the gravel pits in egg Harbor township, estell Manor, and the trails in Mays Landing. My dating relationship with rubye over a few years was reaching its natural conclusion, and I decided to make an honest woman (and I an honest man) out of her. I had to sell my bike to raise money for an engagement ring. but before you go “aww,” I really just traded one thrilling ride for another.
Decades rolled by without owning another motorcycle. A few years ago,
I went to photograph a tattoo convention at Showboat and, of course, there were motorcycle dealers. My longing for a bike returned when I saw a beautiful 650 royal enfield. I have always had an affinity for british bikes (even though the enfield is now made in India) regardless of their unreliable electronics and propensity for leaking oil. they just had a timeless, graceful design.
I climbed aboard and felt the familiar weight, grip of the handlebars, and muscularity of the bike. It wasn’t horribly expensive, and I knew that dealers would rather sell at the convention than bring their merchandise back.
the devil on my right shoulder was whispering, “go ahead, you deserve it.” the angel on my left, “don’t be irresponsible.” the devil, “c’mon, life is short.” the angel, “your wife is going to kill you!” I dismounted the bike with a sigh and walked away, giving the bike one last look over my shoulder, leaving with the small satisfaction of a few decent photos.
With eternal optimism, I still maintain my motorcycle license. You never know… a sleek, curvaceous triumph might end up in my garage one day, and the romance will continue.
Charles Eberson has been in the newspaper business for over 25 years. He has worked as a writer, advertising executive, circulation manager and photographer. His photography can be viewed at charles-eberson. fineartamerica.com
Immerse yourself in a variety of weekend events including a costume pet parade, comedians Vic Di b itetto and Joe Gatto and even a performance by legendary icon Diana ross. there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t forget to share your epic moments with the hashtags #shorelocal, #gotowhitney and #thecitypulse.
Where: caesars Atlantic city
When: Friday, Oct. 18
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: caesars.com/caesars-ac/ shows Friday, Oct. 18 at 8 p.m., comedian Marlon Wayans will be bringing the
Where: Golden Nugget Atlantic city
When: Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 19
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: goldennugget.com/atlantic-city/entertainment/entertainers/ the-rocket-man-show rus Anderson is elton John’s official body double for this Farewell Yellow brick road world tour launch promo video and photos. Picked by the man himself, rus performs as a young
elton John in the rocket Man Show
- driving a night of elton’s greatest hits, with spot-on vocals and fierce piano playing.
What: costume Pet Parade
Where: Historic Smithville
When: Saturday, Oct. 19
Time: 1 p.m.
Website: historicsmithville.com/ smithville-events/costume-pet-parade
this annual costume pet parade is hosted by Paw Dazzle, a shop in the Village Greene that caters to all types of pets and pet owner needs.
Who: brad Williams
Where: Ocean casino resort | Ovation Hall
When: Saturday, Oct. 19
Time: 8 p.m.
Website theoceanac.com/entertainment/headliners/brad-williams
comedian b rad Williams appeared on “ t he tonight Show,” “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” and in the films “Little evil,” “Mascots,” and “ reno 911: It’s A Wonderful Heist.” b rad is notorious for his specials, “Fun Size,” “ the Degenerates” and “Daddy Issues” which prompted the New York times to write, “No one is doing stand-up comedy more hilariously than b rad Williams.”
Who: Vic Dibitetto
Where: Hard rock Hotel & casino
When: Saturday, Oct. 19
Time: 7 and 10 p.m.
Website: casino.hardrock.com/atlan -
tic-city/event-calendar/vic-dibitetto
Looking for a night of laughter and entertainment? Look no further than Vic Dib itetto for two shows with a unique style that combines hilarious observations with a larger-than-life personality. His shows are sure to leave you feeling happy and entertained.
Who: Neil Forever Performs Neil Diamond
Where: resorts casino Hotel
When: Saturday, Oct. 19
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: resortsac.com/entertainment-and-shows
Neil Forever is a dynamic musical ensemble comprised of 14 talented musicians who deliver an authentic, exciting and joyful live concert of music by the legendary Neil Diamond in a performance that is as much about heart and soul as it is talent.
Who: Jesse Mcc artney: All’s Well tour Part 2
Where: tropicana Atlantic city
When: Saturday, Oct. 19
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Time: 8 p.m.
Website: caesars.com/tropicana-ac/shows
Singer Jesse Mccartney is bringing the All Well tour Part 2 to the tropicana Showroom at tropicana Atlantic city.
Who: Yachtley crew - Full Steam Ahead tour
Where: Harrah’s resort
When: Saturday, Oct. 19
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: caesars.com/harrahs-ac/ shows
Yachtley crew will be bringing the Full Steam Ahead tour to the concert Venue at Harrah’s resort Atlantic city.
Who: Joe Gatto: Let’s Get Into it tour
Where: caesars
When: Saturday, Oct. 19
Time: 7 p.m.
Website: caesars.com/caesars-ac/shows
Joe Gatto will be bringing the Let’s Get Into it tour to the circus Maximus theater at caesars Atlantic city.
Who: Diana ross
Where: Hard rock Hotel & casino | etess Arena
When: Saturday, Oct. 19
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: casino. hardrock.com/atlantic-city/event-calendar/diana-ross
Looking for an unforgettable night of music and entertainment? Look no further than Diana ross. As one of the most iconic and legendary performers of our time, she promises to deliver a show that will leave you breathless. From her early days as the lead singer of the Supremes, to
her incredible solo career, ross has captured the hearts of millions with her powerful voice, electrifying stage presence and unforgettable hits.
What: Matt bridgestone’s Stand Up comedy club
Where: Firewaters tropicana
When: Monday and tuesday Nights
Website: eventbrite.com or Standupcomedyclub.com
Matt presents comedy at the trop -
icana c asino every Monday and tuesday. Firewaters’ unique setting brings a rowdy texas style bar right to the Jersey Shore. It is located in the marketplace section of the tropicana, just down the hall from Hooters. Under 21 can attend, but only with adult supervision.
Whitney Ullman, Stockton University graduate, and founder of gotowhitney.com is known as a “go to” resource, content creator, reporter, and influencer with established credibility in Atlantic City, The Jersey Shore, Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. With over 6 million views on her social platforms, she created TheCityPulse.com as a go-to lifeline for all things happening in the city!
Tune In, Turn On
With Doug Deutsch
Think your career is tough? try being a musician these days. If you’re not an established act, with a decent following that will come see you live, it’s not anywhere near as glamorous as it might seem.
there’s work uncertainty, difficulty in getting a paycheck from sometimes-unscrupulous club bookers and managers, finding time to practice (much less write new songs), band members changing, and more. In short, it’s a jungle out there, especially for younger, inexperienced people who are new to the business.
Which is all the better reason for someone like Jerry ryan to exist here at the Jersey Shore.
r yan is the founder/producer of the 15th Annual elephant talk Indie Music Awards taking place Oct. 18-20 at the tbAH.
tall, outgoing, and usually seen wearing some sort of colorful hippie-style headband paired with a band t-shirt, the 40-ish, Ac-born r yan seems perfectly suited to the
task of managing a wide-ranging, multi-genre, three-day music festival with approximately 70 bands and solo artists performing both indoors and outside. Some bands have received awards (we’ll get to that in a bit).
As a communication exchange and source of networking for all these up-and-coming acts, r yan’s
yearly awards event is invaluable. there’s also an elephant talk Indie Music Festival each spring, which is another three-day extravaganza (the previous one was in April, also at tAb H).
“I got the idea for the elephant talk Indie Music Awards around the same time I started booking shows in the Atlantic city area in 2010,” r yan told tune In turn On recently, in one of our occasional, always lively, messenger chats. “I thought it would be nice to celebrate our local O rIGINAL music community.
“ t he first year (2010), we only posted the winners and finalists on Facebook. the following year (2011), I decided to add the live event, with trophies. It was held at (long-time but now-gone restaurant/music venue) Le Grand Fromage in Gordon’s Alley. (the awards) were a big hit, and took off from there.
“Now, here we are in year number 15, with a three-day music festival at tennessee Avenue b eer Hall. I couldn’t be happier.”
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Note: ryan’s elephants For Autism enriches the lives of local autistic children and young adults through free community programs. r yan has been instrumental in raising funds and awareness for the Heart of Surfing organization, founded by Shore Local Publisher b ob Fertsch and editor cindy Fertsch.
“My two Headliners this year are the Azures (blues) and renee Maskin (singer-songwriter). renee won Musician of the Year (overall) for the 2024 elephant talk Indie Music Awards. the Azures had nine total wins, including b reakthrough Artist,” said r yan. “I’ll tell you who I think has the best shot to break nationally – cALLUM. She’s a brilliant, self-motivated, 17-year-old singer-songwriter who seems to understand what it takes to get to that next level.”
How are the etIMA category winners selected, what’s the process?
“I determine the winners based on their original music during the year –albums, touring, etc. Oh, and sheer talent doesn’t hurt their chances.”
So, no formal submission process?
“Nope. It’s me. If I do it any other way then it’ll be a popularity contest where everyone picks their friends to win. I’m trying to get it right. I’ve listened to every album and track. So, I feel confident and qualified to
come up with the nominations and then break those categories into the final list of winners with my unbiased opinion.”
t he name e lephant talk, what’s the story behind that?
“It came from a song,” said r yan. “Initially I planned to start a music magazine called elephant in 2009. My co-collaborator at the time, Alex Durante, was a big King c rimson fan. And ‘ elephant talk’ had a nice ring to it.”
Asked what advice he would share with these not-yet-famous artists that he supports, r yan replied, “not just the bands I book, I’d advise ALL bands to write music for yourself, from your own heart. Whether you “make it” or not, you will thank yourself one day for staying true to yourself and telling your own story.”
And his role?
were already destined for greatness.” the rootsy-rock Alabama Shakes have won four Grammy awards in a star-filled career which began in 2009 and continues today.
Your band may not become the next Alabama Shakes, but it’s clear r yan’s elephant talk Indie Awards and Festival are vital to the growth of the independent music community in South Jersey.
come on out this weekend to the tennessee Avenue b eer Hall (note new free parking lot up the street, right-hand side) and support original indie music.
t he elephant talk Indie Music Awards Festival, featuring performances by, among others, Jersey calling, Amy elizabeth, Malcolm tent and 1Adam12, r ubix Pube, S t FU, b lack rose rebellion, Astrophels, Wring Me Out, Meatplow, Dogbeach, and many more; takes place 5-11 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18; 11 a.m.-midnight Sat-
urday, Oct. 19 and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20 at the tennessee Avenue beer Hall, 133 S. tennessee Ave., Atlantic city. tickets are $15 nightly or $30 for a weekend pass. Info: https:// facebook.com/elelphanttalkindie.
“I just give them a platform to be an original artist,” said r yan.
We asked Jerry if he’s booked anyone who’s become successful in the music biz?
“ t he Alabama Shakes played (elephant talk Indie Music Festival) early last decade. (Alabama Shakes front person) b rittany Howard, was the overall etIMA Female Vocalist of the Year winner in 2012,” said r yan. “Sometimes the stars align, and great bands happen to be touring though the area at the right time and need a date filled. I can only take credit for having my finger on the pulse. they
Doug is the owner/operator of Doug Deutsch Publicity Services, which since 1995 has been servicing nationally touring acts, and working record release campaigns for clients. Doug also hàs experience writing for the one time shore-based weekly publication, Whoot! He also was a team member with Chip Braymes Advertising. Doug loves bicycling and aspires to bring the Blues to Atlantic City. He can be reached at ShoreLocalDoug@ gmail.com and www.facebook. com/dougdeutschpublicity.
Friday, October 18
Marlon Wayans
▶8 p.m.
circus Maximus theater at caesars
Saturday, October 19
Diana Ross
▶8 p.m.
Hard rock Live at etess Arena
Vic DiBitetto
▶7 p.m. & 10 p.m.
Sound Waves at Hard rock
Brad Williams
▶8 p.m.
Ovation Hall at Ocean casino
Jesse McCartney
▶8 p.m.
tropicana Showroom
Joe Gatto
▶8 p.m.
circus Maximus theater at c ae -
sars
Yachtley Crew
▶8 p.m.
Harrah’s Atlantic city
Friday, October 25
The Jacksons, Billy Ocean & The Pointer Sisters
▶8 p.m.
Hard rock Live at etess Arena
Sarah McLachlan
▶8 p.m.
borgata event center
Saturday, October 26
Duran Duran
▶8 p.m.
borgata event center
Face 2 Face: Elton John & Billy
Joel Tribute
▶7 p.m.
Superstar theater at resorts
Friday, November 1
Chicago
▶8 p.m.
Hard rock Live at etess Arena
Lenny Kravitz
▶8 p.m.
Ovation Hall at Ocean casino
Gary Owen
▶9 p.m.
Golden Nugget Atlantic city
Saturday, November 9
Theory of a Deadman
▶8 p.m.
Sound Waves at Hard rock
David Spade
▶8 p.m.
Ovation Hall at Ocean casino
Friday, November 15
Morrissey
▶8:30 p.m.
Ovation Hall at Ocean casino
Trombone Shorty & Orleans
Avenue
▶9 p.m. the Music box at borgata
Saturday, November 16
Freestyle Free for All
▶8 p.m.
Hard rock Live at etess Arena
Paul Anka
▶8 p.m.
Ovation Hall at Ocean casino
Taylor Dayne
▶8 p.m. the Music box at borgata
On-Sale Now
John Legend: A Legendary
Christmas Tour
▶Friday, Dec. 20, 8 p.m. borgata event center
On-Sale This Week
Boat House Row: Yacht Rock
Experience
▶Friday, Jan. 10, 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 2
Chicago
▶8 p.m.
Hard rock Live at etess Arena
Lenny Kravitz
▶8 p.m.
Ovation Hall at Ocean casino
Friday, November 8
Dirty Heads
▶8 p.m.
Ovation Hall at Ocean casino
tropicana Showroom
The Coral Reefer Band
▶Friday, Jan. 24, 8 p.m.
Hard rock Live at etess Arena
Brit Floyd
▶Saturday, May 3, 8 p.m.
Hard rock Live at etess Arena
Kane Brown
▶Saturday, May 17, 7 p.m.
Jim Whelan boardwalk Hall
Tickets on-sale Friday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m.
Looking for a thriller to topoff your Halloween festivities? t hen get tickets to “ the Night Side” right now! It’s a play described best as “a ghost story performed on stage.”
In “ the Night Side,” the masters of mystery and the macabre—Sherlock Holmes and edgar Allan Poe—come together to bring you on a descent into madness, murder and the supernatural.
the play premieres at Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point on Halloween weekend, Friday, Nov. 2.
“ the Night Side” is a psychological thriller where Sherlock Holmes—unnerved and tormented by his own terrifying ordeal—obsesses over the mysterious death of edgar Allan Poe. His chilling encounters with the ghost of Poe uncover a horror as shocking as any of Poe's “ tales of terror.”
It’s a treat for theater to offer such a compelling blend of suspense, unexpected twists, dark secrets and spine-tingling revelations. the playwright and director Linda Swain extensively researched to create a story worthy of appreciation by fans
of Arthur conan Doyle’s beloved detective and the classic gothic tales of one of America’s most admired writers.
“For so long, it has been a dream to bring Sherlock Holmes and edgar Allan Poe together in an extraordinary situation, a dark place of psychological trauma and moral challenges,” Swain shared. “I am so thrilled to bring this event to my town of Somers Point, and to the historic Gateway Playhouse, the perfect place to premiere this show.”
Leading the cast as Sherlock Holmes is John Isgro, who has portrayed the character many times.
“ this play is not your normal ‘solve the mystery’ Sherlock Holmes story, so having the chance to play the character in such a dark and troubled mental state is actually quite freeing,” Isgro explained. “In the story, Linda has placed Holmes in a position he’s never been in before, so it definitely allows me to bring my own spin to the character and how the events of the play might be affecting him.”
Friends of the experienced South Jersey actor Jon Furey are excited
to see him as Poe—a role that seems like a perfect fit. Furey has been a fan of edgar Allan Poe for most of his adult life and believes it is an honor and a challenge to portray him. Get tickets today to see how he meets the challenge.
Scott Higbee is Watson. Higbee is a regular on area stages including at Holy Spirit High School where he teaches. Higbee noted that he has enjoyed playing the iconic Dr. Watson in this role where he is a competent, albeit less astute, partner to Holmes, rather than a bumbling sidekick. In “ the Night Side,” Watson’s devotion to his beloved friend Holmes is evi -
dent through his frustration and extreme worry. rounding out the cast is Jaime Howey, Kimberley cocchi, r yan Daly and Marge Homan. there will be four performances of “ the Night Side” between Halloween weekend and the next. the premiere is Saturday, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. with a matinee to follow on Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 p.m. there are two 7 p.m. performances the following weekend on Friday, Nov. 8 and Saturday Nov. 9. there is a “Dinner and a Show” promotion with the world famous Anchorage tavern and discounted hotel rooms available as well. Follow the play’s social media for more details at https://www.facebook. com/ theNightSideGhostStory/ and https://www.instagram.com/the. night.side_a.ghost.story . tickets are on sale at Gatewayb ythe bay.org. In keeping with the Gateway Playhouse’s mission to make live theater more accessible, tickets are being offered at $25. For Group ticket Sales at a discount, please call the box office at 609-653-0553.
Tennessee Avenue b eer Hall in Atlantic city is set to host a Halloween bash on Saturday, Oct. 26 with “Hall’of’ween: 27 club Awards,” featuring live music, costume awards and surprises. the event will include a special performance by Loose cannon, with a guest host and promises an exciting lineup of awards for those
who bring their best music legend costumes to life.
A free event open to the public, guests are encouraged to dress as a music legend, with prizes for the evening varying by costume. the best female music icon costume will earn the Valerie Award, along with an exclusive handcrafted chocolate from bar 32. For the best male music icon interpretation, the "When the Music is Over" Award will be presented, with the winner receiving an Albany Avenue-themed gift box. those who channel the spirit of a New Jersey music legend will compete for the " everything that Dies Some Day comes back" Award, with the prize being a collection of postcards from local small businesses on the famous Atlantic city boardwalk and a tennessee Avenue gift card. the evening’s standout costume, inspired by Frank Sinatra’s "My Way," will receive the Sands 1194 Hall’of’ween Achievement Award, special recognition, and additional prizes.
A surprise challenge will also take place: if a guest’s costume matches the famous Atlantic city personality written in an envelope behind the bar, they will win a $100 gift card to rhythm & Spirits' second location opening soon in Philadelphia. clues will be shared on social media in the days leading up to the event. t hroughout the night, guests can enjoy free pizza by cuzzies, $3 Pbr drafts, $5 Jersey turnpike shots, $7 Surfside and Stateside seltzers and $9 cocktails. Winners will also receive swag boxes including a tennessee Avenue gift card and a cash prize. For more information, visit https:// www.tennesseeavenuebeerhall.com/ or follow tennessee Avenue b eer Hall on Facebook and Instagram @ tennavebeerhall.
Thursday, October 17
Atlantic
Friday, October
Atlantic
10 p.m.
600 Huron Ave.
Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall
elephant talk Indie Music Awards
6 p.m. – 12 a.m.
133 S. tennessee Ave.
The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock
Groove Heart
5 – 8:30 p.m. the event Horizon
9:30 p.m. – 1 a.m.
1000 boardwalk
The Wave at Golden Nugget
Flashback Friday: b Street band
9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
600 Huron Ave.
Topgolf at Ocean Casino
country Night: Karaoke w/ cowboy Kevin
7 p.m.
500 boardwalk
Villain & Saint at Ocean Casino
Slay town city
9:30 p.m.
500 boardwalk
Egg Harbor Township
The Roost Pub & Grill
Steve & Joe
6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
500 St. Andrews Dr. Marmora
Yesterday’s
Steve Murray
8 p.m.
316 roosevelt blvd.
Millville
Levoy Theatre
Debbie Gibson
7:30 p.m.
126-130 N. High St.
Smithville
Fred & Ethel’s Lantern Light brandon Ireland
7 – 10 p.m.
1 N. New York rd.
Somers Point
Caroline’s by the Bay No clue band
8 p.m. – 12 a.m.
450 bay Ave.
Crab Trap
bob Mower Duo
6 – 9 p.m.
2 broadway
Fitzpatrick’s
Phil Stocker
5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
650 New rd.
Saturday, October 19
Atlantic City
1927 Lounge at Ocean Casino
Kristina Pruitt
6 p.m.
Dominick Martino
9:15 p.m.
500 boardwalk
Anchor Rock Club
Halloween Spooks w/ Feel Good, Neanderthal, Lone, Linus blanket
8 p.m.
247 S. New York Ave.
Bar One at Resorts
Anthony Della barba
5 – 9 p.m.
DJ Gary
9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
1133 boardwalk
Council Oak at Hard Rock
Vahe Sarkissian trio
6 – 9 p.m.
1000 boardwalk
Hard Rock Café
Dueling Pianos
9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
1000 boardwalk
Nola’s Bar at Ocean Casino
Lenahan brothers Duo
7 p.m.
event Horizon
10 p.m.
500 boardwalk
Rush Lounge at Golden Nugget
twisted Livin’
5 p.m.
cheers the band
10 p.m.
600 Huron Ave.
Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall
elephant talk Indie Music Awards
12 p.m. – 12 a.m.
133 S. tennessee Ave.
The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock the Nines
5 – 8 p.m.
Aftershock
9:30 p.m. – 1 a.m.
1000 boardwalk
Topgolf at Ocean Casino
Nancy Malcun Duo
By David Setley
The wine grape harvest in France known as la vendage is nearly complete. In some regions, la vendage started as early as mid-August; it ends mid to late October. this week’s article will focus on some iconic regions of France and offer recommendations that will allow you to celebrate the harvest. So, let’s pour a glass and start tasting one of France’s greatest contributions to humanity: wine!
to start this French harvest tour, let’s begin with beaujolais, a region that has become synonymous with the la vendage. I’ll focus more fully on b eaujolais Nouveau, the rapidly fermented and minimally aged wine produced with this year’s harvest, in November. t his week, I’d like to discuss the more refined and outstanding wine from this region.
Gamay is the grape of beaujolais, accounting for 98% of the region’s output. Gamay is a red grape with many similarities to Pinot Noir, both producing wines that are medium-bodied with flavors of cherries, red raspberries and a notable earthiness often described as forest floor or mushrooms. the difference is that Gamay wines tend to have a bit more fruitiness and a bit less earthiness. Additionally, b eaujolais wines tend to be slightly lower in alcohol content and price. If you are a fan of Pinot Noir, you will likely be a fan of Gamay. two awesome recommendations from this region are the L. tramier & Fils beaujolais-Villages 2022 and the L. tramier & Fils Moulin-à-Vent 2020. both are AOP (Appellation D’Origine Protegee), which is the regulatory certification of exemplary wines of this region. In fact, Moulin-à-Vent is one of the most respected appellations of beaujolais. the wines from this area tend to have a slightly higher intensity and tannic structure, making them great harvest wines. t he wine region just south of beaujolais is the rhone Valley. French wine history tells us that this area was
the first area planted by the Greeks when they brought viticulture to France. t he rhone river Valley is world famous for blended red wines known by the acronym “GSM” (Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre) for the dominant grapes grown in the region. Wines to the north tend to be Syrah-dominant, while those to the south tend to be Grenache-dominant. regardless, the majority of red wines are a blend of these grapes. Mourvèdre is typically a smaller percentage of the blend, used to add body and savory characteristics to the wine.
makers have science degrees, allowing them to effectively monitor acidity, sugar, and other components of grapes to ensure proper maturity from buds to harvest. the third component is the artistry of winemaking. In France, terroir (the combination of soil, climate, topography, and traditions) is everything. Once the grapes are harvested, artistic decisions are made regarding how the juice will become wine. In many regions of France, the act of blending has become an art form throughout centuries and across generations. For example, appellations on the left bank of the bordeaux region are ideal for cabernet Sauvignon grapes, while those on the right bank are ideal for Merlot. An outstanding example of a right-bank style bordeau blend is the chateau carbonneau Sequoia 2020. this is a blend of 54% Merlot, 32% cabernet Sauvignon, and 14% cabernet Franc. chateau carbonneau is only 20 kilometers from the iconic appellation of Saint emilion and reflects the wonderful full-bodied wines of that terroir. the tannins are very smooth and well-structured while the flavor is dark berries and warm spices. Or, for a left-bank style b ordeau, try the chateau c arbonneau La Verriere from Sainte-Foy. this wine is 80% c abernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot. the dominance of cabernet Sauvignon adds to the dryness and earthiness of this blend. Again, this is a great opportunity to experience the terroir by tasting these wines side-by-side.
the côtes du rhône is one of the largest appellations in the r hone Valley. try the Le Grand Val Mal 2021 Vieilles Vignes for a great and very reasonably priced example of this wine. the blend is 60% Syrah, 20% Grenache, and 20% Mourvèdre. the color is dark red, and the mouthfeel is smooth and velvety. the aroma and flavors are ripe dark fruit like blueberry, blackberry, and black currants with hints of rosemary, spice, and tobacco leaf. Ore, try the Le Grand Val Mal cotes du rhone Generation 2022 for a Grenache-dominant blend (80% Grenache and 20% Syrah). Grenache wines have a floral characteristic reminiscent of violets with more of a cherry fruit flavor and notes of baking spices. A fun experience is to get a bottle of each and note the differences and similarities in a side-by-side tasting. both wines are food-friendly and pair well with anything from grilled poultry to lamb to pizza.
bordeaux is one of the most famous wine regions in France, home to two red grapes – c abernet Sauvignon and Merlot – and two white grapes – Sauvignon blanc and Semillon. bordeaux red wines have also been blended for centuries. I often say that winemaking has four distinct components, the first of which is agriculture. Grapes require someone who is knowledgeable of the crop, the land, and the weather. the second component is science. Many wine -
Oh, I didn’t mention the last component of winemaking: magic! How else can we explain that fermented grape juice can take on the aromas and tastes of everything from cherries to pineapple to baking spices to tobacco leaves to mushrooms to chocolate? As with all good magic, winemaking is the result of millennia of collective experience of the wonderful winemakers throughout the world. every bottle you enjoy reflects that magic!
If you enjoyed this brief harvest tour of France, I invite you to stop in and discuss these and other wines. As always, feel free to contact me at dsetley@passionvines.com. Until next time, Happy Harvest and Happy Wining!
David Setley is enjoying his retirement from higher education as a wine educator and certified sommelier at Passion Vines in Somers Point, New Jersey.
8 p.m.
500 boardwalk
Villain and Saint at Ocean
Casino
brandon Ireland band
9:30 p.m.
500 boardwalk
Marmora
Yesterday’s
Jay La boy
8 p.m.
316 roosevelt blvd.
Millville
Levoy Theatre
broadway’s rock of Ages band
8 p.m.
126-130 N. High St.
Smithville
Fred & Ethel’s Lantern Light
Jim commander
7 – 10 p.m.
1 N. New York rd.
Somers Point
Caroline’s by the Bay
Doug Jennings
4 – 7 p.m.
radio revolution band
8 p.m. – 12 a.m.
450 bay Ave.
Crab Trap
bob Mower Duo
6 – 9 p.m.
2 broadway
Fitzpatrick’s
Andy berlin
We n e e d e d t h i s .
S o m e r s P o i n t ’ s
h a p p i e s t h o u r.
5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
650 New rd.
Tuckerton
The Lizzie Rose Music Room
Street Survivors: Lynyrd Skynyrd
e xperience
7:30 p.m.
217 e . Main St.
Sunday, October 20
Atlantic City
Bar One at Resorts
DJ eric
3 – 8 p.m.
DJ Proud
8 p.m. – 12 a.m.
1133 boardwalk
Council Oak at Hard Rock
Live Music
5:30 – 9 p.m.
1000 boardwalk
Nola’s Bar at Ocean Casino
Dueling Pianos
8 p.m.
500 boardwalk
Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall elephant talk Indie Music Awards
12 – 9 p.m.
133 S. tennessee Ave.
The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock the benderz
4 – 7:30 p.m.
Sean Patrick & the Alibis
8:30 – 11:30 p.m.
1000 boardwalk
Somers Point Crab Trap
ever After Duo
6 – 9 p.m.
2 broadway
Tuckerton
The Lizzie Rose Music Room Mike Farris
7:30 p.m.
217 e . Main St.
Monday, October 21
Atlantic City
Bar One at Resorts
DJ Proud
7 p.m. – 12 a.m.
1133 boardwalk
The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock Jumper
7 – 11 p.m.
1000 boardwalk
Somers Point
Caroline’s by the Bay
DJ trivia hosted by Starshield
7 – 9 p.m.
450 bay Ave.
Tuesday, October 22
Atlantic City
Rush Lounge at Golden Nugget
Patty & bugzy
8 p.m. – 12 a.m.
600 Huron Ave.
The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock
Dane Anthony band
7 – 11 p.m.
1000 boardwalk
Somers Point
Josie Kelly’s
DJ Ken
5 – 9 p.m.
908 Shore rd.
Wednesday, October 23
Atlantic City
Rush Lounge at Golden Nugget
Michael Stevens
8 p.m. – 12 a.m.
600 Huron Ave.
The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock
Liquid A
7 – 11 p.m.
1000 boardwalk
Margate
Bocca
bob Sterling & the bocca boys
7 – 10 p.m.
7805 Ventnor Ave.
Somers Point
Caroline’s by the Bay
Open Mic Night hosted by b lue eagle
7 – 11 p.m.
450 bay Ave.
Crab Trap
bow Mower Duo
6 – 9 p.m.
2 broadway
Thursday, October 24
Millville
Levoy Theatre
Ambrosia
7 p.m.
126-130 N. High St.
Events subject to change.
The Somers Point Arts commission is offering a three-session photography course this fall to capture the “Scenic b eauty of the Shore.”
Sessions will be held on Saturdays, Nov. 9, 16 and 30, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Somers Point Senior center, 22 N. Ambler road, Somers Point.
the cost is $30 per person for all three sessions. Anyone 18 and older is welcome to register, regardless of skill level. Please bring only cameras with manual controls (no cellphones). Participants will learn photography techniques from an experienced professional, with topics including planning, capturing and editing seashore photos.
Pre-registration and payment are required. Download the application form at somersptarts.weebly.com, where mailing details are also provided.
A follow-up photo exhibit will showcase the work produced by the class.
Somers Point Arts commission somersptarts.weebly.com
1 W. New Jersey Ave. Somers Point, NJ 08244
Photography Course: ‘Scenic Beauty of the Shore’
Saturdays, Nov. 9, 16, and 30
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Location: Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road, Somers Point, N.J.
SJ Jazz Festival
October 10 - 12
Where Eddie Lives Somers Point october 13
Talent Showcase By The Bay october 27
The Night Side
November 2-3 & 8-9
Jersey Shore Medium november 16
By Chuck Darrow
If you’re looking for laughs, c aesars Atlantic city is the place to be Friday evening. b ut if you tend to be, shall we say, sensitive, about certain subjects, then probably not.
“ there's no space for fear in comedy. How do you be funny if you're scared?” asked multi-hyphenate Marlon Wayans, who recently called to beat the drum for his appearance tomorrow at the midtown pleasure dome.
“ the first thing you learn in comedy is, you don't let the audience dictate your thoughts. either they're gonna agree or disagree, but either way you gotta say what you gotta say.
So, he doesn’t self-censor when conjuring a new standup set?
“Absolutely not. I don't give a f---,” he insisted. “I think no comedian needs to, because that ‘cancel culture’ is only a thing created by social media. It's not true. It's not what people feel.
ran through 1999 on the long-defunct Wb network.
While he had small parts in films including “I’m Gonna Get You, Sucka,” which was directed by Keenan, and Darren Aronofsky’s grim, but acclaimed, “ requiem For A Dream,” it was in 1998 that he became a Hollywood “player” as producer of the first “Scary Movie” flick, which lampooned the big horror films of the day. Wayans, who divulged that he was named for Marlon Jackson of the Jackson 5, likewise supervised production of the sequel, “Scary Movie 2.” Since then, he has appeared in some 20 movies, including “White chicks” and “Air.”
All of which means he was a late-comer to the live-comedy universe.
for word. It’s gotta be perfect--no, it doesn't. It has to be imperfect until it's time to shoot it for a special, then I'll rehearse to get it perfect, or as perfect as I can. b ut every night is special. I allow myself the freedom to, if something happens, to work with it.”
besides being the laboratory for his video specials, Wayans, who also co-stars as Lou on the Peacock streaming series, “ bel Air,” suggested he enjoys doing standup because of its solitary nature.
“Doing standup really allows you to focus on you,” he reasoned. “Standup allows me to be concerned with just me, but also how I'm affecting the crowd. And it's continuing to foster me as a creative visionary. I'm an actor, producer, star, director and writer. every night [onstage], I'm working my instincts.”
“ real people really still like to laugh. I'm on a stage every weekend. I say some of the craziest stuff, and guess what? People still laugh. they wanna laugh. So, I'm here to debunk that whole theory, that whole ‘cancel culture’ theory. If, [someone] cancels me, good; that means you wasn’t my fan to begin with.”
In the comedy realm, the common route to fame and fortune often begins at the standup level. Mega-stardom is conferred upon comics who make the transition from the stage to t V or, less commonly, film (Jerry Seinfeld, ray romano and roseanne b arr are but three examples that come to mind). b ut Wayans, 52, turned that process on its head.
He first came to prominence as a cast member—along with his brothers Damon, Keenan and Shawn and sister, Kim--as well as Jim carrey—of the barrier-smashing sketch-comedy series “In Living color,” which aired on the Fox network in the first half of the 1990s. When the show’s run ended in 1995, he segued (with Shawn) to “ the Wayans bros.,” a sitcom that
“Actually, I didn't do standup until about 13 or 14 years ago,” he offered. “I kind of reverse-engineered my entire career. And now I think all my other disciplines are kicking in with the standup. there's just something really special starting to happen on that stage.
“Just every day, every show, every weekend I get better. And if you watch my progression in movies, you'll see my performances in the movies have gotten better. My drama has gotten better, my writing is getting better. Standup has just been like this awesome playground or gym where I could go to and perfect my art.”
Wayans’ most-recent Amazon Prime-streaming special, “Marlon Wayans: Good Grief,” dropped earlier this year and immediately went to the outlet’s number-one viewership spot. His current road trip, dubbed the “Wild child tour,” will likewise result in a special. He noted that, as always, his act is constantly changing and evolving, which means no two performances are identical.
“ every night, I allow myself the space to create,” he said. “ every night, I don't just go verbatim word
In addition to releasing his next standup-comedy offering, Wayans’ 2025 plans include acting in “Him,” a psychological thriller being produced by director Jordan Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions. So, is there anything else on the horizon?
“Just staying on the stage,” he replied, “and seeing just how great my mama made me.”
For tickets, go to ticketmaster.com.
It seems like more and more really significant and high-profile concert tours are missing Atlantic city these days, but at least one is headed our way.
On Dec. 7, cyndi Lauper will be checking in at Hard rock Hotel & c asino Atlantic city as part of her career-closing “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell tour.” the road trip kicks off tomorrow in Montreal, so there’s no way of knowing exactly what’s on the set list. b ut it’s fair to assume—given this is her last waltz, the show will be chock-full of her most beloved tunes including “ time After time,” “ true colors,” “change of Heart” and, of course, the song that blasted her career into the stratosphere, 1984’s “Girls Just Want to Have Fun.” For tickets, go to ticketmaster. com.
By Bruce Klauber
As the Jewish people celebrate the High Holidays, this seemed an appropriate time to detail the long and unique association the Jews have had with Atlantic city.
What led me to explore this were my distinct memories of families, including my own cousins, spending rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur and sometimes the Passover holiday, at kosher hotels like the b reakers or teplitzky’s. What I discovered was eye-opening and went way beyond just celebrating Jewish holidays.
According to research published in Hadassah Magazine, “ the first High Holiday service was held in a private residence in Atlantic city in 1888, followed in 1893 by the establishment of the first synagogue, congregation beth Israel, a reform community on Pennsylvania Avenue. the first kosher hotel, the rosenaur Villa, and the Orthodox rodef Shalom synagogue (still in operation at 4609 Atlantic Ave.) both opened in 1896.” by mid-century, 10,000 Jews had settled in Atlantic city permanently, which accounted for about a sixth of the city’s total year-round population.
Hundreds of small kosher hotels, and even kosher restaurants in private homes like Zawid’s on Kingston Avenue, accommodated the large number of summer visitors.
“So many Jews converged on Atlantic city,” the magazine reported, “that some hotels began restricting their clientele, causing an uncomfortable period of discrimination, but an upsurge in Jewish hotels. During World War II, the city served as a training site for military recruits and
a recovery and rehabilitation center for wounded soldiers. the 400,000 soldiers it hosted over a three-year period trained on the boardwalk and were treated at a local hospital. Jewish troops were invited for High Holiday meals.”
Advertisements for Atlantic city hotels began appearing in Jewish newspapers as early as 1885, according to an article in the Jewish encyclopedia of Western PA. “ the Hotel Isleworth (a long-forgotten kosher
hotel on Virginia Avenue) was advertising its salt baths, open grate fires and electric lights. Other hotels followed. b y the turn of the century, the southern New Jersey coast was a premier destination for well-to-do families.
“ t he Jewish community of Atlantic city was growing, too, making it a draw for national institutions. At a Jewish chautauqua convention in Atlantic city in July 1902, rabbi J. Leonard Levy of rodef Shalom congregation gave a well-received address on ‘ religious Aspects of the Immigrant Problem.’ According to a report in the Pittsburgh Leader. ‘ the large synagogue (then on Pennsylvania Avenue) was not only crowded, but many clung to the doors and filled the steps, bending every muscle to catch the eloquent words spoken.”
the Jews first came to Atlantic city as tourists, “because Atlantic city was all about the train,” Atlantic city real estate developer Leo b . Schoffer told the independent Jewish newspaper, t he Forward. “People from the teeming inner
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cities – whether they were Jews or Italians or Irish or African Americans – could get on the train and escape, so Atlantic city became a prime vacation spot, with each ethnic group claiming its area of the beach or town. It wasn’t really exclusive in that sense, but you just would naturally gravitate to where people of your kind were.”
Schoffer was so fascinated by the history of Jews at the shore that he wrote a book about it titled, “A Dream, a Journey, a community: A Nostalgic Look at Jewish businesses in and Around Atlantic city.”
Schoffer’s parents were Holocaust survivors who originally settled in New York. “ b ut when offered some land and the opportunity to start a chicken-and-egg business in egg Harbor township, Schoffer wrote, “ they grabbed it.”
by the 1950s and 1960s, he said, the business was thriving. eventually, to take advantage of Atlantic city’s tourist trade, Schoffer’s father opened the Lafayette Hotel as a kosher establishment.
“ even in the Jewish community, there was differentiation,” he said. “ there would be a romanian-Jewish restaurant and a Hungarian Jewish deli; something for everyone.”
Schoffer said that a lot of his friends came from families who
visited Atlantic c ity on vacation and then decided to move there. t here was some anti-Semitism, he admitted, but that was mostly in certain primarily high-end hotels that excluded Jewish customers. Among most full-time residents, as well as working-class tourists, he found little prejudice and lots of opportunity.
With the beginning of Atlantic c ity’s decline in the mid-1960s, vacationers found other places to go, and with the advent of legalized gambling, most of the Jewish businesses closed or moved.
As Schoffer wrote, “casinos and related businesses were corporate, not family based, and little today resembles the small merchants who dotted the main shopping avenues and the boardwalk.
“I wrote the book because I realized that was a time that was fading from memory, when you would get your first suit at a Jewish-owned clothing store, go every weekend to a Jewish-owned bakery and be a pool boy in the summer at a Jewish-owned little motel.”
As for the two, best-known Jewish hotels, the property that once was teplizky’s is now part of the
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tropicana. the fate of the b reakers, the first hotel in the city to observe kosher dietary laws and long known as “ the Aristocrat of Kosher Hotels,” was unfortunate. It was demolished in May of 1974, having sat vacant and deteriorating since 1965.
In honor of the long and storied Jewish presence in Atlantic city through the years, a nonprofit organization called Acb HM was formed some 15 years ago to raise funds for a Holocaust memorial. Designs were commissioned for the memorial, which would be located on the b oardwalk near Stockton University’s Atlantic city campus. Funds have been raised and the casino reinvestment Development Authority approved it, reserving a $500,000 matching grant for the project. the Jewish community, still
quite substantial in Atlantic city, Margate, Ventnor, and Longport, looks forward to a future unveiling.
L’shanah tovah!
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By Ursula Duffy
Horoscopes for Oct. 17-23
♈ Aries: Some of the most awesome creations are those that take consistent tLc the spark from the spring is now fully created, in full bloom, and that awesome creation is you. be in awe of yourself and the fruits of doing the work.
♉ Taurus: t here’s beauty in the process of the unknown becoming known. You are beginning to see something previously hidden about you or from you. the process began in early April, and the fruition is now being revealed.
♊ Gemini: A realization about how your contribution to your own hopes and dreams becoming reality is incoming. Acute awareness of important insights and ah-ha moments will highlight where you may need to retrace your steps.
♋ Cancer: being ruled by the moon
makes one extra sensitive not only to the moon’s cycles but also in general. the final phase and result of something you want, need and/or deserve in your work is upon you. Is it a catch or a release?
♌ Leo: Soaring to new heights takes practice and persistence. Achievements are to be celebrated! Always remember the 10,000-step journey and the view from a higher perspective.
♍ Virgo: A release or letting go of something personal can show you how and where in life to depend on others. Vulnerability that accompanies not being in control softens oneself and nurtures intimate bonds with others.
♎ Libra: A relationship that may have seemed in its infancy back in the spring is maturing. recognition of your own independence and old tendencies to over-give are key to the maturation this time around. A resolution to a legal matter may also be on the horizon.
♏ Scorpio: Flare-ups of a health condition or feelings of overwhelm in your day-to-day life can arise at this time. tune into your body and its messages as your sacred vessel holds the answers to the most aligned guidance.
♐ Sagittarius: Seeds of a new creation planted in the spring are ready to be born. the gestation period may have
been an inspiring, independent journey for you. the birthing process now may show you the interdependence on others that was there all along.
♑ Capricorn: b uilding a home, whether actual or metaphorical, takes time and dedication. What began as a new foundation six months ago may finally be taking form. Open the door only to those who truly belong.
♒ Aquarius: tendencies to isolate or intellectualize serve a purpose, but not when emotions are running high. be sure to feel, and, even better, communicate your feelings. Keep in mind the adage feeling is healing; emote in whatever way is most in alignment for you at this time.
♓ Pisces: Your compassionate and empathetic nature may be in overdrive requiring more boundaries than usual. Peaking in your personal growth journey of increasing self-esteem and self-confidence will be your greatest resource in protecting your energy.
An extremely powerful Aries full moon reaches fullness at 7:26 a.m. on thursday, Oct. 17. the horoscopes and weekly summary from last week tie into the full moon and this week as well. Last week’s cosmic connection can
be found online at shorelocalnews. com. this full moon is the culmination of the April 8 total solar eclipse and will close out this second eclipse season of 2024. there is great potential for hidden truths to be revealed, information considered fringe or secret to become public, justice to be served and a purification of our collective consciousness. Healing forward, new beginnings and trusting instinct are key themes to remember in what may feel like a personal and collective pressure cooker. See the above horoscope for your rising sign for more specific information. If you’re unsure what your rising sign is, you can learn more in my info/tutorial video on our Sea Goddess Healing Arts Youtube channel, or cast your own birth chart for free on astro.com.
Ursula Duffy is a Professional Astrologer, founder of Ursa Alchemy and founding partner/ Goddess of Operations (GOO) of Sea Goddess Healing Arts, Atlantic City, NJ. Find her services, teachings, podcast, get in touch and more at www. seagoddesshealingarts.com/ ursaalchemy
By Raymond Tyler
Meals for Asheville:
Nourishing Our Community
chef Andre Murphy provided nourishing meals and vital support to the families and individuals affected by the hurricane in North carolina.
“In times of crisis, we believe in the power of coming together as a community to offer hope, compassion, and sustenance,” said Murphy.
“ through our dedicated efforts, we aim to ease the burden of those in need, ensuring that no one goes without a hot meal as they work to rebuild their lives. together, we are committed to uplifting Asheville and surrounding communities with care, dignity and generosity.”
chef Andre Murphy, is one of the leading innovators, game changers and chefs on the east coast. He’s attracted over 70 endorsements including some of the top hospitals, banks, casinos in the Northeast region, and recently acquired an N bA sports team the charlotte Hornets as sponsors. Since covid, chef Murphy has sponsored and supervised 205 feeding events and has fed over 30,000 people in need.
Healing For The Soul is a non-profit, 501c3 organization founded by Murphy and based in New Jersey. Murphy’s vision and resilience has led it to provide new innovative outlets to fight hunger. Over the last
3 years they’ve successfully promoted five feeding tours and fed over 32,000 people in need.
For more information please contact c hef Andre Murphy at 609.338.2829
Empowering Women
By Rachel Guevara
For many women, maintaining a consistent fitness routine can feel like a never-ending battle. You start off strong with high motivation, then life happens—work, family, or other responsibilities take priority, and before you know it, your gym shoes start collecting dust. this stop-start cycle of taking breaks and losing momentum is a common form of self-sabotage that can prevent you from reaching your fitness goals. b ut why does it happen, and how can you break the cycle?
Common reasons women stop their fitness routine t here are several reasons why women pause or stop their fitness
routines, even when they genuinely want to see results:
1. Lack of time: b etween work, kids, and household duties, many women feel they simply don’t have enough hours in the day to fit in a workout.
2. Overwhelm or burnout: Going too hard, too fast, or having an unrealistic fitness plan can lead to burnout. When progress feels slow, discouragement sets in, making it easier to quit.
3. Guilt: Women, particularly moms, often feel guilty for taking time for themselves. there’s an internal tug-of-war between personal goals and the perceived responsibility to care for others first.
4. Perfectionism: If you miss a workout or indulge in a treat, it can feel like all progress is lost. this "all or nothing" mindset causes many women to throw in the towel entirely instead of pushing through setbacks. Why inconsistency equals failure consistency is key when it comes to fitness. taking frequent breaks or stopping altogether disrupts your body's progress. every time you stop,
you essentially hit a reset button, causing your body to lose strength, endurance and momentum. t his leads to frustration when you don’t see results or when starting again feels more difficult. Without consistency, it's impossible to build habits that lead to long-term success.
Why fitness should be a priority
Fitness shouldn’t be viewed as a luxury or afterthought. It’s an essential part of your overall health and well-being. regular exercise boosts energy, improves mental health, supports cardiovascular health and helps with weight management. It’s not just about looking good; it’s about feeling good—physically and mentally. When fitness becomes a non-negotiable priority, the benefits extend into every aspect of your life, from increased productivity to reduced stress.
Breaking the self-sabotage cycle
Here are a few ways to stop the habit of self-sabotage and build lasting fitness habits:
1. Set realistic goals: Start small with achievable milestones, such as three 30-minute workouts a week,
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and gradually build from there. celebrate progress, not perfection.
2. Schedule workouts: treat exercise like any other important appointment. block out time in your calendar, and stick to it, even if it's just a short workout.
3. Find accountability: Join a fitness group, hire a personal trainer, or team up with a friend to stay accountable. being part of a supportive community keeps you motivated.
4. Practice self-compassion: Allow yourself grace. everyone has off days. Instead of letting one missed workout derail you, get back on track the next day without guilt.
5. Focus on the long-term benefits: remind yourself why you started. Whether it’s being healthier for your family or feeling more confident, keeping your “why” front and center will help you stay the course.
breaking the self-sabotage cycle is challenging but necessary if you want to achieve lasting results. by making fitness a priority, staying consistent, and practicing self-compassion, you can build a sustainable routine that leads to a healthier, happier you.
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By Eric Reich
We all know we need to save money, but many of us also struggle with it. Why do we find it so hard to save? For starters, saving isn’t exactly fun. I’m not so naive as to think that you all love to save. While saving can be made to be fun, it typically isn’t in the face of options like a new car, iPhone, vacation, the list goes on. this week, in honor of National Savings Day (yes, apparently that’s a real thing) , which was this past Saturday, Oct. 12, I compiled a list of different ways you can save money. Find the ones that most appeal to you and stick with them. You will be amazed at how fast your savings can grow.
1. Make it automatic. For me, this is by far the easiest way to save. With a spouse, three kids, a business and countless other financial responsibilities, the easiest way to save is to never
see the money in the first place. Don’t forget to also make the increases automatic in the amount you save as well. If you contribute to a 401(k) or other retirement plan, every time you get a raise of less than 5%, add another 1% to your plan. A raise of 5% or more, add 2% more to the plan. this is the cheat code to making your saving balloon quickly.
2. create a budget. After you factor in your savings which always comes first, you can budget your expenses with what is left over. If you try to do it the other way around, you might run out of money before you get to save. Save first, then spend.
3. track what you spend. You might be shocked at the difference between what you think you spend, and what you actually spend. I know I was. I do this exercise regularly to get my hands around what I actually spend each year. Some years, I have to pick myself up off the floor, but as long as I immediately get back on track I can move past a year with high expenses.
4. cut expenses if you find that you are spending too much. Sign up for apps like rocket Money that show you all the recurring subscriptions you have and what they cost. they can even help you cancel the subscriptions.
5. Watch the amount you spend on takeout dinners. I am totally guilty of this. With fast-paced lives, cooking isn’t always an option. try to plan ahead and make multiple meals when you do have the time. this makes “What’s for dinner?” less painful to hear from your kids every night.
6. 48-hour mandatory wait on all big purchases. I never buy something I really want on the spot. If I really want it and take 48 hours to think about it and still want it that bad, then fine. Otherwise, it was probably just an impulse buy which is rarely a good idea.
7. Price shop. Price shop for literally everything. cars, food, medicine, and almost everything you buy. It can probably be found cheaper somewhere else.
8. Ask for a raise. this is an easy way to increase your available savings, but we rarely do it. Just be prepared with a list of reasons why you deserve it, don’t just go in and ask because you want more money.
As you can see, there a ton of ways to save, and this is only a few of the many options you have. the key is to just take the first step.
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Eric is President and founder of Reich Asset Management, LLC. He relies on his 25 years of experience to help clients have an enjoyable retirement. He is a Certified Financial Planner™ and Certified Investment Management AnalystSM (CIMA®) and has earned his Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU®) and Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) designations.
By Sarah Fertsch
e as humans have a lot in common with pumpkins. We both come in a variety of colors. If you stab either one with a knife, guts will fall out. We both get painted and carved to get the perfect look. And, like most things in this world, when our time ends, we return to the earth to continue the biological cycle of life. this may be more morbid than you expected from an article column about pumpkins. After all, pumpkins typically represent the wholesomeness of the autumn harvest. they’re round, cute and pudgy, which makes them the quintessential Halloween baby costume of all time.
A popular coffee chain introduced the pumpkin spice latte in 2003 when they started dipping their toes
into seasonal offerings. From 2008 to 2012, the latte went viral and has been the most-anticipated fall item in America for at least a decade.
they have been serving these lattes earlier and earlier each year ever since, now making their appearance in August.
today it feels like almost everything comes in a pumpkin form. You can purchase pumpkin spice Pringles, a pumpkin spice burger, pumpkin spice fried chicken and even pumpkin spice toothpaste. each year, Americans collectively spend an estimated $286 million on pumpkins and whimsical pumpkin-inspired products.
Years ago, my friends and I would play a game we called “ cute or Abomination.” We would question the validity of an item, whether it be a toy, outfit, food or business. A cross between a unicorn and cat plushie may be voted cute, but a necklace made with Magic Markers was an abomination.
As I reflect on these new pumpkin products, I ask the age-old question: Is it cute or is it an abomination? Pumpkin spice dog treats might be cute, but pumpkin spice cat litter is a mutant abomination worthy of extinction. Who is the mastermind behind the pumpkin spice phenomenon and is that person okay?
Pumpkins were considered a peasant food and were usually eaten as a last resort. t hat’s why calling someone a “pumpkin eater” was considered the ultimate insult.
Following the Industrial revolution, poor farm children often grew up to work in factories in big cities like New York or chicago, and pumpkins became symbolic of simpler times. When the automobile became accessible to middle-class Americans, families would take rides through the countryside and feel a sense of nostalgia associated with the vast fields of pumpkins growing on vines.
As the years passed by, families could count on visiting a pumpkin patch and picking the produce by hand. the process remained immune to modernization. Parents still teach their little ones how to properly prune a pumpkin off the vine and look for signs of rotting before picking the perfect fruit.
Pumpkins represent a connection with the earth and living slowly. the American masses don’t opt for pumpkin flavor because it's delicious. every pumpkin spice latte lover wants to time travel back to their childhood, when all that mattered was playing in the haystack, rolling down the hill and jumping in big piles of colorful leaves. the accountant working 50 hours per week, when chewing a pumpkin cookie, imagines herself as a farmer in the countryside celebrating the rewards of harvest. the teacher decorates his classroom with images of pumpkins to teach students about seasonal symbols. A grandparent tells the story of the headless horseman to their grandchildren around a bonfire, making new memories of warmth and an ounce of fear. the romanticization of the American farmer is a vital part of our history and celebration of shared values. It also ensures our survival. Growing food is, afterall, a desirable and necessary activity.
In colonial times, attitudes toward pumpkins were less than enthusiastic. e xplorers from england traditionally ate domesticated animals and european crops which did not include corn or squash found in the New World. Due to food insecurity and potential starvation, the colonists resorted to taking in calories from “pumpkin meat.”
So listen to “ country road” by John Denver on repeat. Order that pumpkin spice latte. take your friends and family through a corn maze. carve jack-o-lanterns. the autumn season offers so much joy and fun, even if our obsession with pumpkins has gone a little too far.
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By Bill Quain
As a professor on Stockton University’s Atlantic city c ampus and a former casino consultant, I have a particular affection for Atlantic city. My family’s connection to Ac goes back many years, as my grandparents owned a grocery store in the Inlet district.
Like many families, we often played Monopoly, the board game built around the street names of Atlantic city. As it turns out, Monopoly is not only fun to play, it teaches some great life lessons. In this week’s column, I’m going to relate the game of Monopoly to college success. but these lessons can apply to anyone.
You Have to Choose a Token everyone seems to have a favorite playing piece, also called a token. t he classic choices include
a top hat, thimble, battleship, boot, racecar, wheelbarrow, and a Scottie dog. recently added tokens include a cat, penguin, rubber ducky, and a t- rex. It doesn’t matter which piece you choose – even if you get stuck with the piece nobody wanted. Maybe that’s why they retired the iron – nobody wanted it! It’s all about how you play the game. Winning takes some luck, but you also need to know the rules and strategies.
It is a Matter of Value
Monopoly reflects real life. Some things are more valuable than others. In Monopoly, the least expensive properties are the brown (formerly purple) colors – Mediterranean and baltic avenues. each of them is priced at just $60. the most expensive are the dark blue properties, Park Place and boardwalk, priced at $350 and $400 respectively. Houses and hotels cost $50 each on the brown properties, and $200 each on the dark blue properties.
to increase the value of your property, build houses and hotels. You must first own all the pieces in an individual color block. Park Place and boardwalk cost $750 in total. Add four houses and a hotel to boardwalk, and the total investment is $1,750.
b ut if another player then lands on b oardwalk, they have to pay you $2,000. You’re immediately getting a good return on your investment (rOI). On the other hand, if you own both brown properties and you build four houses and a hotel on Mediterranean, you have a total investment of just $370. but you only receive $250 when someone lands there. You don’t even cover your investment.
The Difference Between Monopoly and College
Unlike Monopoly, everything at college costs the same! Let’s say you
go to a college where the tuition is $30,000 per year. typically, you take ten courses per year, so the cost per course is $3,000. It doesn’t matter how valuable or valueless the course is, you still pay the same. And, at every college in the United States, each major costs the same. You can major in computer engineering for $30,000 per year, or art history for $30,000 per year.
courses and majors are like Monopoly properties. Some will give you a much better return on your investment (rOI) of time and money! but not a single college I know of makes that distinction.
Want ROI? Skip the Mediterranean Courses!
Here’s a secret that almost no college students (or their parents) know, and it can make a huge difference in your lifetime financial outcome. In college, you are going to have choices for both your classes and your electives, no matter what your major is. Don’t pay boardwalk prices for a Mediterranean course!
In your first two years of college, you’ll have to take general education courses. b ut very few colleges require specific courses. For example, you might be required to take two social science classes, and maybe one or two quantitative classes. Your college will have a list of courses that fulfill the requirement. Parents, work with your kids every semester and help them choose courses that will produce the biggest return.
Here's an example from Stockton
by Bill Quain
University, where I teach. My “Make Money & Pay it Forward” course can fulfill the requirements for two different electives! And this valuable course costs the exact same amount as a “fluff” course. Students leave this elective with a solid working plan for achieving wealth. Now, your college might not have a course like this, but I’ll bet they have other courses that will help you achieve a better life. So, when you are looking at the choices, go for boardwalk!
Get Paid for Just Not Stopping Moving forward, trying to acquire valuable properties and passing “GO” as often as possible are important strategies for winning in Monopoly. b ut they are also important strategies for winning at college and life. Yet, we see many people not applying strategies for either one and then being surprised when they lose. Adding value and taking action are the two most important things you can bring to any game – Monopoly, college or life.
Stay Tuned, There’s More to Come!
In next week’s column, I’ll stick with the Monopoly strategies and teach you ways to cut your college costs, no matter where you go to college. For those of you who have already graduated or didn’t go to college, I’ll share some very effective strategies for using game secrets that will put you on b oardwalk! In the meantime, be sure to check out my website: www.theprofessorswhopayyouback.com. And, as I say each week,
I’ll see ya in the papers!
Bill is a Professor in Stockton University’s Hospitality Management Program. He is the author of 27 books, and a highly-respected speaker. Even though he is almost totally blind, Bill is a long-distance runner and runs the Ocean City Half Marathon each year. He lives in Ocean City with his wife Jeanne, and his Guide Dog Trudy. Visit www.billquain.com or email him at bill@quain.com.
By Elisa Jo Eagan
While the number of bedrooms and the size of the backyard are important when searching for a home, location should not be overlooked. In fact, it is often said that in buying real estate and choosing your place to call home, the most important factors are location, location and location. Here are a few things to keep in mind to help you find the perfect location and property for you.
Whether you prefer peace and quiet surrounded by acres of land, being close to the ocean for fishing or boating, or the hustle and bustle of city nightlife, scoping out what a neighborhood offers will make you happier in the long run. Unfortunate -
ly, neighbors are non-negotiable, unless you purchase your own remote private island.
Property taxes play a large role in your monthly budget. While you have little control over these mandated costs, it’s best to take a look at the tax history before you consider buying a home.
If you have children, this will likely be your top priority. However, even if you don’t, a highly rated school district can significantly impact the value of your home, for better or for worse.
the safety of your neighborhood impacts everything from your sense of security to your home’s resale value. If you are considering moving out of town or to another state, there are numerous online tools that can help you assess the crime rates in the area.
A long commute can quickly make a location less appealing. It may be ideal to choose a home near public transportation or with easy highway access to make commuting more manageable.
Your home’s physical location will
have a huge impact on how you live. consider factors like the climate, landscape and environmental changes that could affect your lifestyle in the long term.
Ultimately, only you can decide the best location for you. It may take research, time, and discernment—making any move is truly a leap of faith. All of our Shore Local communities have so much to offer.
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1. Stagecoach Road runs through this town.
a) Marmora
b) Somers Point
c) Smithville
d) Linwood
2. Hammonton is the “capital” for what?
a) Strawberries
b) cranberries
c) tomatoes
d) blueberries
3. What island can you see from this plane?
a) brigantine
b) Sea Isle
c) Absecon Island (Ac/Downbeach)
d) Ocean city
4. This is the tallest building in Atlantic City.
a) Ocean casino
b) Hard rock casino
c) borgata
d) tropicana
5. Which surf shop is not in Ocean City?
a) Heritage
b) Vitamin Sea
c) Seventh Street
d) Surfers Supplies
6. What town has the most waterfront (ocean & bay) coastline in New Jersey?
a) Ocean city
b) Atlantic city
c) brigantine
d) egg Harbor twp
7. What professional sport has a team named after a South Jersey legend?
a) basketball
b) Football
c) Hockey
d) baseball
8. Where can you shop in Central Square?
a) Smithville
b) Stone Harbor
c) Ocean city
d) Linwood
9. The “Beermuda Triangle” consists of 3 bars here.
a) Sea Isle
b) Atlantic city
c) Somers Point
d) Margate
10. This drawbridge is called:
a) Albany Avenue
b) Dorset Avenue
c) roosevelt boulevard
d) Absecon boulevard
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15. Fox crime drama, 2005-2017
16. *baseball player's representative
17. Pastrami's partner
18. With irregular edge
19. *Last year's World Series winners
21. *brave contender
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24. Fail to mention
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53. Mouth off
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65. two under on one hole in golf
66. brewed alcoholic beverage
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4. Polynesian kingdom
5. Affirm to be true
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8. Iron setting
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10. Any day now, formerly
11. Superlative of better
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22. ____ the season!
24. Double-decker
25. Wilde of "the Picture of Dorian Gray" fame
26. blue or gray swimmer
27. Drink like a cat (2 words)
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63. Aroma
64. egg holder
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By Heidi Clayton
If you are looking for something to do with the family this weekend, the Gloucester county Kennel club is hosting AKc conformation shows at the Galloway township Municipal building on Oct. 19 and 20. coming to the dog show is a free chance to see beautiful dogs. All of the champion dogs you see on television at t he Westminster Kennel club show or the National Dog Show shown on thanksgiving started their show careers by attending local dog shows just like this one. the road to becoming a champion is the same for every single dog. Here is a quick rundown of how a dog show works. the AKc has a written standard for each breed, most of which haven’t been changed for decades. Dogs entered in conformation shows are judged against that standard. Dog show judges have either been breed -
ers or (most likely) are still breeding the breed they are judging.
Judging begins with all of the non-champion boys competing in a variety of classes. those class winners are then all judged at once with the judge awarding a “Winners Dog” and a reserve winner. Next up are the non-champion girls who follow the same procedure but are awarded “Winners b itch” and also a reserve winner. With each “WD” or “Wb ” win, your dog is awarded points towards their championship. to become a champion, you must win 15 points with two of those wins being called “major wins” where at least three points were awarded.
After the non-champion judging, the two winners and all of the champions enter the ring to compete for best of breed. every dog in the ring, including the non-champions, is eligible to win best of breed. After best of b reed is selected the judge will award b est of Opposite Sex to the best of breed. So if the breed winner is a boy, the best girl is picked. Next, best of Winners is awarded to one of the two non-champions, and finally
Select Dog and Select bitch, which is similar to being the runner-up. All of the breed winners then move on to the group competition, which is normally what is seen on the dog shows aired on television. t he groups are the Herding, Hound, toy, Non-Sporting, Sporting, Working and terrier. Dogs in the group aren’t being judged against each other, but still to their breed standards. the judge places the dogs numbers one through four, with the one placement being the one that they feel closest meets their breed standard.
Finally, it is on to b est in Show where the winners of each group compete to win the whole thing. While many people think that dog shows are just beauty pageants, I can promise you that these dogs are conditioned athletes who put in long days and need to be at the top of their game. the b est in Show judge first picks the reserve best in Show winner and then awards the final ribbon of the day to the best in Show winner.
t he Gloucester Kennel club is hosting tours of the dog show this weekend where a club member will take you around the rings and explain what is going on. t hey also love talking dogs! If you have any questions about a particular breed, they and any exhibitor will gladly help you. I will be there with my white bull terrier puppy whom I will
be showing at 11 a.m., so please feel free to introduce yourselves! You can view the judging program for both days of the dog show here at https://www.raudogshows.com/ judging-programs/.
Heidi Clayton started Four On the Floor Dog Training to provide positive, rewardbased dog training in South Jersey. She breeds, trains and shows bull terriers under the SoraBully’s Bull Terriers kennel name. Email questions to heidi@ fouronthefloordogtraining. net or learn more at https:// fouronthefloordogtraining.net
By Douglas Keefe of Beachcomber Coins
My last article dealt with all those features contained on the front of the $1 bill. today we’ll explore the reverse of the $1 bill and find the meaning behind its design. the words UNIteD StAteS OF AM erI cA are clearly printed across the top of the reverse of the $1 bill, identifying the country of origin to everyone. the word "ON e" and the number 1 appear no less than a total of ten times on the reverse, making it hard to ignore the value of the bill.
the phrase "IN GOD We trUSt " appears over the word "ON e" in the center of the bill which first appeared on the series 1957 silver certificate $1 bill after President eisenhower signed a law that mandated all United States currency contain that phrase. As a side note (no pun intended), the phrase "IN GOD We trUSt " first appeared on our coinage in 1864 when it was printed on the newly created two cent coin and expressed concern about the outcome of the on-going civil War.
t he Great Seal of the United States is the only country seal in the world to be two sided. both sides are represented on the reverse of the $1 bill. the face of the seal is represented on the right side and features an American eagle, representing national sovereignty and on its’ breast is the national shield. the eagle is holding in its right talon an olive branch of
13 leaves and 13 olives, symbolizing peace. In the left talon are 13 arrows signifying the original colonies fight for liberty. A ribbon held in the eagles’ beak is inscribed “ e . Pluribus Unum” translated from Latin as “One out of Many” in reference to the unity of the 13 original colonies as one government. Over the head of the eagle is a grouping of 13 stars wreathed in clouds, again representing the original 13 colonies.
t he reverse of the Great Seal, shown on the left side of the reverse of the $1 bill, depicts a pyramid representing strength and permanence, its’ unfinished condition indicates that the United States will always grow, build and improve with a continuous evaluation of truth. the 13 layers of stone in the pyramid refer to the 13 Original States and the individual rights of the States. the separate stones represent local self-government.
the words “Annuit coeptis” (13 letters) mean “God has favored our undertakings” or “enterprise.” At the bottom are the words “Novus Ordo Seclorum” meaning “New Order of the Ages.” At the base of the pyramid is the inscription in roman numerals “1776”, the year our country was founded.
the top of the pyramid contains the “ eye of Providence” within ta glory of light which illustrates the spiritual above the material. It also represents education and freedom of knowledge.
t here is a lot of symbolisms packed in that small piece of paper.
By Fred Miller
Oliver Muzslay, an Ocean city beach Patrol legend, died on Oct. 4, 2024 at the age of 83. He joined the patrol in 1957, promoted to lieutenant in 1962, and he was appointed captain in 1983. He retired in 2000.
the 2001 OcbP yearbook devoted a full page to captain Muzslay under this headline: " the Ocean city beach Patrol proudly salutes captain Oliver M. Muzslay and his 43 years of lifeguarding pride and excellence." the article included the following: "in 1983, upon captain George Lafferty's retirement, the city selected Oliver Muzslay as captain. His watch went uninterrupted for 17 years during which he carried on the tradition of ensuring that Ocean city was the premier beach patrol, not only locally, but state and nationally."
t he salute ended reporting, "Among the countless contributions c aptain Muzslay has made to the beach patrol is that of his three sons, Lance, Heath and Drew. t hey all served on the patrol and competed in many competitions."
the picture included in this article of captain Muzslay holding the cape May county Lifeguard championship
trophy was taken by Lt. Fred Miller on July 14, 1995, on the rambler road beach in Wildwood crest. Lance Muzslay won the run-Swim event.
On August 14, 2010, the Ocean city b each Patrol Alumni Association inducted Oliver Muzslay into the Ocb P Hall of Fame.
A celebration of captain Muzslay's
life will be held on Friday, Oct. 18 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Flanders Hotel in the Garden room. From noon to 1 p.m. will be an opportunity to pay respects and from 1 to 3 p.m., people are invited to share stories and memories. It's a great opportunity to reunite with old friends and share fond memories of cap's wonderful life.
