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Barnegat Sheds Dispatchers, Contracts With County Sheriff

By Daniel Nee BARNEGAT – The township has severed ties with its in-house emergency dispatchers, opting to save hundreds of thousands of dollars by contracting with the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department

to perform the work.

The township committee voted unanimously to terminate the employment of the entire dispatching staff, a unionized workforce that had been negotiating with the township for months in an attempt to hatch a

deal that could have saved the jobs. In the end, the two sides remained far apart.

Earlier this year, the county offered to take over dispatching for $340,000. Barnegat spent approximately $750,000 on dispatching in 2014 and end-

ed 2015 having spent about $800,000, said attorney Jerry Dasti, who was hired by the township to research a transition to county services.

“The cost delta between [the union’s] final proposal and (Dispatchers - See Page 5)

Rams Win Shore Conference Title

February 27, 2016

Lacey Residents Take Town To Task Over Snow Plowing

By Daniel Nee LACEY – One Lacey resident gave township officials some constructive criticism over its snow plowing procedures, prompting Mayor Steven Kennis to schedule a meeting with the public works director to review the issue.

“It’s becoming overwhelming,” said John Durante, a Ridgemont Drive resident, at a recent meeting of the township committee.

Durante said during the January blizzard, plow trucks left too much snow blocking driveways entrances and mailboxes, and piled too much snow at street corners causing motorists’ line-of-sight to be blocked.

“It’s not how you push the snow, it’s where you put the snow,” said Durante. “I’ve seen the plow trucks put the snow on top of the (Residents - See Page 5)

–Photo courtesy of the Southern Regional School District MANAHAWKIN – Southern Regional Girls Basketball defeated Lacey Township, 53-34, on Senior Night. With the win, the Rams won the Shore Conference “A” South Division Title for the third year in a row.

–Photo by Daniel Nee (From left) Rosemary Bowen, Stacey Chait and Jon-Paul Bowen shovel out their driveway in Lanoka Harbor following the January 23 blizzard.

Free Events Focus On Women’s History OCEAN COUNTY – March is Women’s History Month and the Ocean County Library will recognize the achievements of women and their struggle for equality through a variety of special programs at its branches.

The programs will vary from historical re-enactments to films for adults to programs designed for a younger audience.

March 3 at the Stafford branch: “Rosie

the Riveter” is a living history presentation sponsored by the Friends of the Stafford Library and funded by the Horizons Speaker Bureau of the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for Humanities produced by the American Historical Theatre.

Rosie is a cultural icon of the United States and a symbol of feminism and women’s

economic power. She represented American women who worked in factories and shipyards during World War II. The Stafford Branch is located at 129 N. Main St. Call for more info: 609-597-3381.

March 5 at 2 p.m. at Barnegat branch: “Someone Must Wash the Dishes: An Anti-Suffrage Satire,” will be held at the Barnegat branch, 112 Burr St. A Wom-

en’s History Month Tea, sponsored by the Barnegat Recreation Committee, will be held at 1 p.m. “Woman suffrage is the reform against nature,” declares Marie Jenney Howe’s unlikely, but irresistibly likeable, heroine. Howe, a pro-suffragist, wrote her Anti-Suffrage monologue in 1912 – eight years before women won (History - See Page 4)

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Polar Plunge’s Charitable Dip In The Ocean

–Photos by Daniel Nee SEASIDE HEIGHTS – An estimated 6,000 plungers – and 25,000 onlookers – came out for the annual Polar Bear Plunge in Seaside Heights, raising more than $1.6 million for the cause. Organizers said it was the most successful plunge yet, and with air temperatures between 50 and 60 degrees for the day, it was the water temperature that defined the winter event, with the average February sea temperature at 40.8°F. The tremendous crowd took the plunge in their summer bathing suits, but also creative costumes, before heading back onto the boardwalk to enjoy the day. Seaside Heights businesses, anticipating the annual crowds, open for the day as one of the first major events of the year.

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the right to vote. Her fictional speaker is a charming, guileless enthusiast who believes that her efforts as a “womanly woman” will keep the home intact and save the nation from anarchy. Call for

601 Rt. 72 East • Manahawkin 609-549-3146

more info: 609-698-3331.

March 7 at 6 p.m. at the Tuckerton branch: The film “Suffragette” will be screened at the Tuckerton branch, 380 Bay Ave. It features early feminist movement history and focuses on women who were forced underground as they fought for equality.

The 106 minute film is rated PG-13. Call

for more info: 609-296-1470.

March 16 at 6 p.m. at the Barnegat branch: “Wonder Woman Night,” is a teen and pre-teen program that will be held at the Barnegat branch, 112 Burr St. Wonder Woman, the first costumed super heroine, was created in December 1941 by Charles Moulton for DC Comics. The program will

celebrate Women’s History Month with crafts, games, comics and will spotlight the heroic character that has been a source of inspiration for young people for decades.

Call for more info: 609-698-3331.

Each of these programs are free, but registration is required. To register call the branch or visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

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corners, higher and higher and higher, to the point where you can’t see around the corner until you pull right into the middle of Western Boulevard.”

Durante further said that plow operators left too much snow covering sidewalks, necessitating schoolchildren to walk in the street to get to school or wait in the street for the bus to arrive.

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$340,000 was overwhelming – approximately, with no overtime, $250,000 per year,” said Mayor John J. Novak.

Novak said he and his fellow committee members would have preferred to keep the services in-house, but had a responsibility to taxpayers to save as much money as possible. The savings, he said, could be used for other public safety measures, including

The Southern Ocean Times, February 27, 2016, Page 5 “We can’t clean the sidewalks when there are drifts over three feet that have been frozen for days and are now like concrete,” he said.

Township officials said numerous plow trucks are used, some from Lacey’s public works fleet and others from contractors.

Having dumped nearly 20 inches in some portions of town, the January blizzard put the township’s equipment to the test.

“We didn’t have enough front end loaders to do the entire town,” said Township Ad-

ministrator Veronica Laureigh.

Durante’s suggestion: pile the snow at the end of cul-de-sacs where there are no houses. That solution, however, presents another problem, officials said.

“It is against the law,” said Committeeman Nicholas Juliano, explaining that cul-desacs are private property and plow operators are barred from deliberately plowing snow onto someone’s property.

Juliano said he received numerous calls after the storm from residents who made

the same suggestion.

“I live on a cul de sac myself, and you can’t put it there, it’s somebody’s property,” he said.

Besides the legal issues, the recent storm presented one major problem: there was just too much snow.

“Normally, the corners are done very well, but there was a large amount of snow,” said Kennis, who pledged to bring up Durante’s concerns with Casey Parker, the public works director.

the hiring of additional police officers or the purchase of new equipment, such as cameras.

“We were all willing to pay a premium to keep things in house,” Novak explained, but the sides remained too far apart.

For a Barnegat resident calling to report a police, fire or medical emergency, essentially nothing will change. For decades, the county has answered 911 calls and did the initial dispatch of emergency responders.

From there, the in-house dispatching team

would take over the call and manage communications. Under the new system, county dispatchers will continue to answer 911 calls, but also manage the full communications between police officers, firefighters and EMS workers.

“This was a matter that was taken seriously by all concerned,” Novak said.

Sheriff Michael Mastronardy said the county has assigned a dispatcher solely to answer Barnegat’s calls, and additional staff will handle any overflow calls. The

county maintains a minimum staff of 10 dispatchers on duty at all times, Mastronardy said, with an increase to 12 during the 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. shift, when most calls come in.

Barnegat is the largest town in Ocean County to contract with the sheriff’s department, officials said, though more towns are considering making the switch as the county upgrades its equipment – an expense many local communities do not wish to absorb.

Master Gardeners Offers Scholarships OCEAN COUNTY – Two $l,000 scholarships sponsored by Master Gardeners of Ocean County are available to high school seniors in Ocean County.

The applications are limited to those high school seniors who will be pursu-

ing a degree in the field of horticulture and related fields. Related fields may include nursery management, agriculture, landscaping, forestry, greenhouse management, aquatic botany, plant ecology or restoration and environmental

sciences.

The application packages have been sent to ever y high school in Ocean County. Students should check with their guidance counselors for the application.

The application closing date is March 25.

Mail or deliver to: Scholarship Chairperson, Master Gardener Association of Ocean County, Inc., Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County, 1623 Whitesville Road, Toms River, NJ 08755.

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Opinion

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Editorial Celebrate New Jersey’s History February is honored as Black History Month, and March for Women’s History Month.

Our wonderful local community groups, schools and libraries have set up a great variety of events geared around the history of both these groups, respective to the months.

If you haven’t checked those events out, there is still time to do so.

But also take a moment and learn about the current and past individuals right from our communities who are a part of that rich, diverse history.

The libraries and historical societies in our neighborhoods can help you learn more about the men and women who make up our towns’ past, and who deserve recognition for their efforts.

Here are just two stories: The first black fire chief in Ocean County was Garland Griffin, who served as chief of Manitou Park Fire and Rescue Squad from 1959 to 1976. According to the fire company’s history, the plans to have a firehouse on 3rd Avenue and 4th Street in Manitou Park came shortly after its founding on paper in 1959.

By 1960, Manitou, with an all black membership of 32, went house to house in a fund drive to purchase block to lay the foundation. Building materials and the work of its members came together to build the firehouse, and over the next two years the squad compiled its first firefighting equipment

and vehicles.

According to the squad history: at first, certain fire companies in the area and township officials did not want to recognize the fire company, and gradually the squad volunteers became frustrated and began to quit. Seven firefighters remained in 1967, when the suggestion came that Manitou should disband and sell the firehouse to the township to store road department equipment. But Chief Griffin instead launched a recruitment campaign that paid no mind to the racial divide. “A man doesn’t care what color a fireman is when his house is burning” was the slogan Griffin used to recruit new members. He was right; and membership grew.

For Women’s History Month, Ocean County has a proud distinction. In 1915, the state had a referendum question on the ballot, the first vote on womens’ suffrage, asking voters if women should have the right to vote in New Jersey.

Every single county in New Jersey voted no – except Ocean County, where more voters said yes. Obviously, the vote failed that day. But, five years later an amendment to the U.S. Constitution was adopted by New Jersey and the other states that would give women the right to vote in the United States.

For more stories such as these, consider visiting the Ocean County Historical Society, or the resources available at state. nj.us/nj/about/history.

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Letters To The Editor Grave Concerns Over Area Pipeline For the past year, hundreds of citizens from Bordentown to Upper Freehold have spent countless hours and sleepless nights organizing, attending town meetings and writing letters to the NJ BPU, FERC and the local and Federal legislative delegates that serve this portion of New Jersey.

Why? Because of the very grave concerns that NJNG’s so-called “Southern Reliability Link” (SRL) has raised, its route to course over twolane county roads within 100 feet of residents’ front doors, churches, schools, town halls and emergency response garages, past historic areas dating to the Revolutionary period, past three cemeteries, in township roadways that traverse in front of NJ Preserved Farmlands where U-pick operations are located, and last but not least, invades a section of the NJ Pinelands that is overlain by the Joint Base – McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.

Additionally, there are over 15 crossings of streams, most of which are tributaries of the Crosswicks Creek which drains into the Delaware River, and potential impacts to mature trees and threatened and endangered species of turtle and fowl.

This gas transmission pipeline would have its terminus in Manchester in Ocean County.

Its stated purpose as presented in the petition before the NJ BPU was to enhance resiliency, and reliability of the gas supply should there be another event such as superstorm San-

dy, or disruption in the current Texas Eastern supply system.

Manchester, Lakehurst Borough, and Plumsted have all been curiously silent during this whole time period and I have to wonder if anyone in Ocean County understands the concerns that we in western Monmouth and Burlington County have regarding this unnecessary infrastructure.

As a former 20 year resident of Ocean County, I understand the public relations campaign that NJNG puts out for public consumption.

But I am not so naïve as to think that NJNG just wants to enhance reliability of the gas supply. They really want to enhance the reliability of their income stream through system growth and by placing this infrastructure cost on its ratepayers – and make us Burlington and western Monmouth County residents suffer the consequences should anything go wrong either before, during or after its construction.

Will you join us by raising your voices loudly against the NJ BPU’s recent approval of this project? This is not a “done deal.” There are permits required and there is also an interstate pipeline extension and new compressor station (also problematic), to be operated by Williams/ Transco, which are needed to service the SRL in order for anything to become viable. It should also be noted that this is tied to PennEast’s project which is being challenged by 70 municipalities along its route all the way to Hopewell Township.

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Please visit responsible-pipeline.com to learn more, and how you can help get this project stopped.

Walter Helfrecht Webmaster Responsible-Pipeline.com

Bombs of Hate

Imagine that as you sleepily go out to retrieve your morning newspaper you find a small bag on your lawn. Curious, you pick it up and find that it is a weighted bag with a leaflet. “Harmless trash,” you may think. Trash it is, but harmless it is not. It is a small “bomb of hate” meant to frighten you with its message against minorities.

More of these hate notes are now appearing in Monmouth County and throughout the state. The perpetrators seek to frighten their targets and to recruit more members for their groups.

We on the Monmouth County Human Relations Commission deplore this hate literat u re and the spreading of its vile message. Even though it may not be illegal, it can be dangerous in its purpose of inciting crimes against minority citizens and immigrants.

Silence encourages the tormentors. If you are a recipient, report the incident to your local police department. A littering complaint is also a possibility. If you see someone dropping these bags or in a similar activity, try to get a license number or as much description as possible of the car and occupants.

Our goal is to alleviate the current tensions and conflicts in our communities.

Hate groups are attempting to inf lame relations with racial minorities, religious minorities, immigrants and between the police and the community.

The Monmouth County Human Relations Commission is available through our Speakers’ Bureau: 732-2914257; website monmouthcountyhrc.org, and bias problem hot line: 732-303 -7666. We a sk members of all community

groups, both minority and majority, to speak out with us. Do not be silent on these issues. We must defuse these “bombs of hate.”

John P. Delaney, Carolyn Schwebel, Monmouth County Human Relations Commission

Meat Industry ‑ 9, Consumers ‑ 0 The “Dietary Guidelines for Americans” released recently by U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services mark the ninth time in a row that the meat industry has successfully suppressed scientific findings recommending reduced meat consumption. The reduction was recommended by the government-appointed Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee in a 571-page report based on review of thousands of studies.

Reduced meat consumption was first recommended in 1977 by the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Nutrition and Human Needs in “Dietary Goals for the United States,” a precursor to the Dietary Guidelines.

The meat industry forced the Committee to destroy all copies of the report and to remove the offending recommendation from a new edition.

That wanton government sell-out to the meat industry has replayed itself with every new edition of the Dietary Guidelines since then.

“Dietary Guidelines for Americans” shape school lunches and other government food support programs and underlie public health campaigns to lower rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancer.

Fortunately, American consumers are not easily duped. Sales of plant-based meats, cheeses, milks and ice creams have skyrocketed, and every grocery store provides seemingly countless choices of fruits and vegetables.

Henry Traconi Toms River

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Spotlight On Government Capitol Comments 9th Legislative District Senator Christopher J. Connors • Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf • Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

Senator Christopher J. Connors

Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf

Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove

State Legislators Say Small Businesses And Seniors To Be Hit Hard By Minimum Wage Increase

NEW JERSEY – Imposing more state mandates will have a chilling effect on New Jersey’s economy, said the 9th Legislative District delegation.

Connors, Rumpf and Gove noted that plans by Democrats to nearly double the minimum wage to $15/hour would result in price increases that hurt fixed-income seniors.

The statement from Senator Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assembly-

woman DiAnne C. Gove comes in reaction to the recent announcement of a joint state-federal effort by New Jersey elected officials to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour.

The delegation questioned how the state could be considering nearly doubling the minimum wage, which could very well drive up the cost of goods, when seniors recently learned they won’t be receiving a cost-of-living increase in their social security checks this year.

OCEAN COUNTY – Popular recycling programs, such as the Ocean County Household Hazardous Waste Collection program and the Master Composter program, will continue in 2016 with the help of funding from a state recycling grant.

Ocean County anticipates receiving $580,446 from the 2015 Recycling Enhancement Act Tax Fund – County Entitlement program. The county annually submits a spending plan

to the state on how it will disperse the funds.

This program provides funding for solid waste management and recycling activities from a $3 per ton tax levied on disposal facilities, said to Freeholder Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the county’s Solid Waste Management Department.

“With this funding we can continue recycling programs that provide numerous environmental benefits and assist our citizens,”

NEW JERSEY – The Department of Environmental Protection is reminding New Jersey residents to take steps to reduce their impact on air quality when bur ning wood for heat, whether in fireplaces, wood stoves or outdoor wood boilers.

The DEP recommends following these guidelines for burning wood at home: Allow wood to season before burning it. Seasoning

Outlining their consistent stance on the minimum wage issue, Connors, Rumpf and Gove issued the following joint statement: “Pure and simple, raising the minimum wage will discourage small businesses from operating and opening in the state. Imposing this state-mandate on businesses couldn’t come at a worse time as towns are working hard to bring in desperately needed ratables to control property taxes for local residents.

“Lost in the debate is the likely harsh impact on middle class small business owners and seniors. On the surface, raising the minimum wage seems compassionate. In reality, it disparately impacts small businesses as opposed to large corporations that have greater financial resources and mobility.

“Moreover, seniors can’t afford any potential price increases in the costs of goods resulting from a minimum wage increase. Seniors won’t

be receiving a cost-of-living increase in their Social Security checks meaning they’ll have less disposable income. A trip to the local department store becomes more expensive precisely when they can least afford it.

“Raising the minimum wage can prove to be a zero-sum gain. Left with no other choice, small businesses will cut employees’ hours to compensate for the additional payroll costs.

“From experience, we’re skeptical about any tax in-

Recycling Activities Get Boost From Grant Little said. “This grant program returns money to the county and also its municipalities.”

Municipalities participate in the program with 60 percent of the funds returned to the towns under the state’s tonnage grant rebate program. The amount received is based on the amount recycled.

Little said that Ocean County plans to use about $100,000 to continue the county’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection

program, which allows citizens to rid their homes of a host of hazardous items which are then properly disposed of under the program.

“Recent changes to the household hazardous waste program which provides for collections to be spread throughout most of the year has made the program more accessible and convenient,” Little said.

“This is a program we want to see continued. Giving homeowners the ability to properly dispose of sub-

stances like boat cleaners, paint thinners and a host of items makes for a cleaner environment and a safer home.”

In addition, Ocean County intends to use the money to support the Ocean Count y Health Depar tment recycling compliance program and the Ocean County Master Composter program.

“Our master composters help educate and provide information on the importance of recycling,” Little

DEP Recommends Best Practices For Wood Burning

entails allowing the wood to sit outdoors for at least six months. Seasoned wood is darker, has cracks in the end grain and sounds hollow when smacked against another piece of wood.

Use a wood moist ure meter to test the moisture content of wood. Wood burns most efficiently when its moisture content is below 20 percent. Stack wood neatly off the ground with the top covered to protect

the wood from rain and snow. Start fires with newspaper and dry kindling.

Keep fires burning hot.

Regularly remove ashes to ensure proper airflow.

Never burn garbage, cardboard, plastics, wrapping materials, painted materials or pressure-treated wood in your stove or fireplace. Keep anything flammable including drapes, furniture, newspapers and books far away from any

wood-burning appliance.

Keep an accessible and recently inspected fire extinguisher nearby. Consider using an indoor air HEPA filter in the same room as a stove or fireplace. A study by the University of British Columbia indicates these filters can reduce indoor particle pollution by 60 percent.

State regulations and some municipal ordinances prohibit the emission of visible

smoke from outdoor wood boilers. Wood boilers heat a fluid that is circulated in homes and buildings for heating purposes. Under state regulations, these boilers may only emit visible smoke for three minutes every half-hour to allow for start-up.

In deciding how to heat your home this winter and reduce your exposure to fine particles from wood smoke, DEP recommends

centive attached to a minimum wage increase for small businesses. Tax incentives can be easily removed through State Budget language, even as the minimum wage increase stays in effect.

“Taxpayers and workers would be better served if the state adopted a more longterm strategy to strengthen New Jersey’s economy as opposed to running off businesses and driving up the costs of goods for consumers including for those who can least afford it.”

said. “Our residents who go through the program give back to the communities and that is a key component of the program.”

Little said the county will also use some of the money to help partially fund the purchase of a roll-off truck and a wheel loader.

The equipment is used to move materials and for the county’s composting program.

“All of this helps with the county’s recycling efforts,” Little said.

upgrading to a U. S. Environ mental Protection Agency-cer tif ied wood stove or fireplace insert.

The newer equipment will reduce air pollution and is much more energy efficient.

For more information on wood burning in New Jersey, visit nj.gov/dep/baqp/ woodburning.html.

For more on the EPA’s Burnwise program, visit epa.gov/burnwise.

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–Photo courtesy Southern Regional School District Jarrett Hunt and Matt Lally placed in the Top 10 at the Shore Conference Championships.

MANAHAWKIN – Southern Regional Boys Bowlers Jarrett Hunt (10th) and Matt Lally (third) placed in the Top 10 at the Shore Conference Championships at Brad-

ley Bowl in Bradley Beach on February 3.

There were a total of 55 bowlers that competed at the Shore Conference Championships.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt WARETOWN – The Township of Ocean Recreation will hold its Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 20 at Waretown Lake.

Children ages 6 and younger are asked to meet at the lake by 12:45 p.m. The hunt begins

at 1 p.m.

Children ages 7 to 12 are asked to arrive a 2 p.m. The hunt begins at 2:15 p.m.

Light refreshments will be provided to all children, free of charge.

All Saints’ Annual Spring Gift Auction

MANAHAWKIN – All Saints Regional Catholic School cordially invites you to our Annual Spring Gift Auction on April 9 at St. Mary’s Parish Center, 100 Bishop Way. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the event-filled evening of fun and games will end at 10 p.m.

There will be a 50/50 raffle, 50-states raffle, silent auction, chance auction, golden ticket and lottery apron. There are prizes to win including electronics, spa packages, dining out certificates, event tickets, Disney Hopper Family Park Passes, autographed sports mem-

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orabilia, vacation getaways and much more.

The school will also have their very popular class projects to be auctioned off.

Tickets are $10 per person and available only at the door on the night of the event. Ticket price includes coffee/tea and a dessert. Light fare will be available for purchase: pizza, pretzels and soda. No alcoholic beverages will be served or permitted in the building.

This is an adult-only event; you must be 21 and over to attend.

All proceeds from this event benefit All Saints Regional Catholic School in Manahawkin. For more information, contact All Saints Regional Catholic School at 609-597-3800.

Public Works Yard Hours

TUCKERTON – Tuckerton Public Works yard is open Monday through Saturday for the winter. They will reopen on Sundays again in April.

The guidelines for recycling, to ensure pickup, are available at tuckertonborough.com.

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Community News Dubois Sets New Assist Record

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COMPLETE EYE CARE SERVICES –Photo courtesy Southern Regional High School Ethan Dubois is pictured with his family and Coach Joe Nagy.

MANAHAWKIN – Southern Regional Boys Basketball Senior Ethan Dubois is now the new career assist record-holder in Southern Boys Basketball history. Ethan broke current assistant coach Joe Nagy’s record of 452, which stood since 2002.

Ethan broke the record in the first half of the Shore Conference Tournament’s first-round game versus Red Bank Regional. The Rams won the game 60-58 and advanced to the second round at Manasquan.

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St. Francis of Assisi Parish Labyrinth Walk

BRANT BEACH – St. Francis of Assisi Parish will hold its Labyrinth Walk on March 7 from 9:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on March 8 from 9:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The event is in the St. Francis Brant Beach Church Hall located at 4700 Long Beach Blvd.

The labyrinth is a path of prayer, a walking meditation that can become a mirror of the soul.

It is a spiritual act of pilgrimage, a metaphor

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for life’s journey Walking the labyrinth, done at your own pace, takes less than one hour. Clean socks or shoe coverings are required and will be provided, if needed.

A finger labyrinth is available for those who have difficulty walking. Open to all faiths, all are welcome.

For more information, call 609-597-8540 or visit stfrancisparishlbi.org.

Lanoka Harbor Teaches Empathy

LANOKA HARBOR – This month at Lanoka Harbor School, Mrs. Manuwald’s counseling groups focused on responsibility, empathy and compassion. To show empathy, one can make the decision to help others in need, by putting yourself in their place. This social skill reflects the desire to help others without receiving anything in return.

These traits have been taught during library classes through the reading of the poem, “A

Box of Crayons,” and creating a collaborative poster of their choice. This poem focuses on the fact that people have differences which make them unique. The younger grades (Kindergarten through first) were read “The Starfish” story and discussions were held about how they could make a difference in just one person’s life. They are learning that we can change the world by one small act of kindness.

William Rapsas, Unsung Hero Award Winner

LANOKA HARBOR – Lacey Township High School awarded William Rapsas with the February “Matthew Blum Unsung Hero Award.”

Rapsas is a junior in high school and participates in many activities in and out of school.

He has been a Boy Scout for 11 years and is currently in the rigorous process of becoming an Eagle Scout. In the athletic department, Rapsas is on the track and cross country team

and leads the team, as he is captain for both.

Rapsas’ excellent academics and volunteering has recently gotten him inducted into the National Honor Society. When he is not hard at work studying for his AP and honors classes or running, you can find him practicing the drums with his band. In between all of those activities, he still finds time to give back to the community and volunteers at the Elks club.

Knights Of Columbus Charity Trips

MANAHAWKIN – The Knights Of Columbus have planned the following trips: June 17: Trip to Huntington Hills Playhouse to see the “World’s Greatest Musical Impersonators Show.” Includes transportation, show, lunch, dessert and driver gratuity. Cost is $110 per person.

September 13: Trip to Sands Casino in

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LONG BEACH ISLAND – The Lighthouse International Film Society will show the documentary “A Wing And A Prayer” at the Long Beach Island Foundation for the Arts and Sciences at 120 Long Beach Blvd. on February 27 at 7:30 p.m.

The documentary tells the story of an improbable group of World War II veterans who risked their lives and American citizenships to give the newborn state of Israel a chance to survive. Narrated by William Baldwin, the documentary features interviews with more than 20 of the operation’s key aviators, their family members and historians. WWII veteran Schwimmer and his men helped reshape history, yet history books have ignored them.

“A Wing and a Prayer” fills in that missing chapter.

“A Wing and A Prayer” features firsthand accounts of daring escapes. “A Wing And A Prayer” follows the twists and turns of this clandestine operation. Admission is $5 for non-members and free for Lighthouse International Film Society Members.

Director Boaz Dvir will be on hand for a Q and A following the screening. Dvir is an award-winning filmmaker and Penn State University journalism and film faculty member.

His first documentary, “Jessie’s Dad,” won Best Documentary at the ITN Distribution Film and New Media Festival in Los Angeles and the CINE Special Jury Award.

Cedar Creek Shares Character Education Program LANOKA HARBOR – During the month of January, Cedar Creek Elementary School introduced “Responsibility” to the students.

Going above and beyond the normal classroom lessons, the guidance counselor taught, “Name that Responsibility” to the third and fourth grade students during their library periods. The lesson helped the students identify practical ways to show responsibility at home, school and with friends. The students collaborated and interacted with one another, matching terms of responsibility with the correct definitions.

To further promote responsibility, the school has several community service projects through-out the building. All of the second grade classes collected soup for the annual “Souper Bowl Drive.” All of the donations will be delivered to the local Lacey Food

Bank. The second graders collected a total of 289 soup cans.

The Health and Physical Education department kicked-off “Jump Rope for Heart,” which is a fundraiser promoting a healthy physical activity program for all school aged children.

This program encourages students to make responsible, heart-healthy choices such as staying fit. The third and fourth grade students were introduced to this during an assembly of jumping rope and spreading awareness of the American Heart Association.

The school also participated in a blood drive.

The students of CCS became super heroes as they told the community about the drive and asked for donors. This project was promoting the awareness of community responsibility in saving lives whenever possible through donating blood.

School To Celebrate Dr. Suess Day SURF CITY – The Ethel Jacobsen Elementary School will celebrate Dr. Suess’s birthday on March 2 with an assembly, skits, rotating workshops, community readers and more.

The school’s Pre-K - Sixth graders will work

together as reading buddies throughout the event. Parents, PTA members, the LBI Education Association and community leaders will be involved to make this celebration of Read Across America.

Forked River School Teaches Community Service FORKED RIVER – The Forked River School students and staff supported the “Lacey Little Lions” Relay for Life team with a “PJs for Relay Day” on January 22. Staff and students donated one dollar to benefit the annual Relay for Life event in Berkeley Township. Together

they raised over $325.

The school was also represented by Principal Fiedler at the Rotary Club of Forked River’s Chef’s Night out on January 31. All proceeds from the fundraiser benefitted local and international rotary charities.

Amergael Event Part Of “Celebrate Irish Arts” MANAHAWKIN – Amergael, in partnership with the LBI and Stafford branches of the Ocean County Library, present the “Stories and Songs from the Easter Rising of 1916” on April 23 from 12:30 to 2 p.m.

The event is part of “Celebrate Irish Arts,” which takes place at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, McKinley Blvd., from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be music, dancing and refreshments.

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Middle School Recognizes January P.R.I.D.E. Students FORKED RIVER – Jason King, principal of Lacey Middle School, commended the following middle school students who were selected for P.R.I.D.E. students of the month for January: Kelci Keyes, Richard Cavanagh, Samantha Swain and Cameron Dey. P.R.I.D.E. (Personal Recognition for Individual Dedicated Effort) is a program designed to recognize student achievement for both personal and academic achievements. Students are nominated each moth by a teacher and/or activity advisor. Nominations are reviewed by the P.R.I.D.E. selection committee.

Selected students are recognized for their achievement in a special PA announcement.

Framed pictures of the students are hung on the middle school’s “Wall of Pride.”

Every morning, seventh grade student, Kelci Keyes, enters her class with a smile and shows eagerness to learn. She is a dedicated student whose hard work and attention to detail has earned her a spot on the Honor Roll for the first two marking periods. Keyes exudes a positive attitude that transmits to others around her, and she is eager and willing to help others in class. Displaying a quiet sense of self-confidence, this student tackles difficult assignments without becoming discouraged, and is ready to make the right choices. Keyes demonstrates her Lacey Pride as a member of the cheerleading squad, where she creates a

spirited environment for the team.

Since entering the middle school in September, Richard Cavanagh, a seventh grader, has been a true pleasure to have in class. Always attentive and polite, he sets the standard for classroom decorum. Cavanagh has a bright and positive attitude, which he brings into the school daily. When students were asked who should be selected as student of the month, many named Cavanagh for his friendly and helpful manner. He is highly regarded by both his peers and teachers.

Eighth grade student, Samantha Swain, is a member of Jr. AADA, the Dance Team, Band, Drama Club and is the baseball manager. She is always smiling and willing to help others.

In class, she is a respectful and responsible student who is continually trying to do her best. She completes her assignments and participates in extracurricular activities all while maintaining an A/B average.

Eighth grader, Cameron Dey works hard in class and is always willing to help his peers. He continually strives to do his best in class and can often be seen encouraging his peers to do their best. Despite many obstacles, he comes into class each day with a smile on his face and is willing to help others. Dey is respectful to his peers and teachers as well.

Congratulations to all four P.R.I.D.E. students of January.

Lacey Schools Bring Families Together LACEY – Lacey Township School District and the Lacey Municipal Alliance have partnered together to create “Family Dinner Night.” This event is part of a national movement aimed at increasing the number of times families sit down to enjoy a meal.

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Forms may also be turned in to any of the NOHFH school chapter moderators: Donovan Catholic High School: JoAnn D’Anton at jdanton@donovancatholic.org, Toms River High School South: Jessica Maier at jmaier@trschools.com, Manchester High School: Joe Gawlik at jgawlik@manchestertwp.org and Georgian Court University: Jeff Schaffer at jschaffer@georgian.edu.

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Libraries Seeking Prom Dress Donations

OCEAN COUNTY – All branches of the Ocean County Library will collect gently used prom dresses, beginning March 1 for its seventh annual Prom Dress Giveaways.

Dresses can be both long and short styles for modern teens and should only include formal prom dresses. The library cannot accept bridesmaid’s dresses or cocktail dresses.

To donate prom dresses, deliver them to any one of the 21 locations in Ocean County.

Donations will be accepted until April 22.

The annual event provides dresses to middle school and high school aged students at no charge so they can attend their school’s dances. Last year more than 700 prom dresses were distributed.

A schedule for pickup of prom dresses will be announced soon. The locations will include Little Egg Harbor, Lakewood, Barnegat and Toms River.

Information about the Prom Dress Giveaway can be found online at theoceancountylibrary.org.

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NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey State Police, Office of Forensic Sciences is reporting the presence of a pesticide, specifically Carbaryl, in a laboratory sample that was suspected to be heroin. The pesticide was mixed with other substances normally mixed with heroin.

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The Stone Pony To Host Benefit Concert MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey (EFNJ) will host the Fifth Annual Paint the Pony Purple Benefit Concert at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park on March 13. Tickets may be purchased for $25 at efnj.com/purple or via telephone at 609-392-4900 ext. 119.

This family friendly event will raise necessary funds to continue the agency’s programs and services that spread knowl-

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The event will welcome hundreds of families, supporters and music-lovers to enjoy entertainment while promoting epilepsy awareness. Performances by EB’s Stroke of Luck, Gaslight, Dr. B and the Interns and School of Rock All Star Band. Doors open from 12:30 to 5 p.m.

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Brace Yourself: Your Thyroid Lab Test Is Probably All Wrong

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

The current medical system isn’t on your side. Some physicians don’t stay current with the literature, or if they do, they are reading drug-funded studies. Some docs actually still believe what they were taught 30 years ago in medical school.

How does that help you?

When a physician uses knowledge from an outdated toolbox, you pay the price.

Case in point, I received this email from someone, name withheld: “Suzy, I’ve had all the tests for thyroid but they all come back fine, yet for years I’ve been losing hair on top of my head, and I have no leg or pubic hair, the driest skin and dry eyes. So on and so on and now my bladder is overactive. Do you think I have a thyroid problem?”

So does this person have thyroid disease? Probably, although, we’d need lab tests to confirm. If you go to 100 doctors and ask them to test your thyroid, about 98 of them will use the standard “TSH” test and if it’s normal, they will tell you that you do not have thyroid disease, like my anonymous reader above. They will treat you for everything but thyroid!

The TSH test is old and outdated and if you base your life on the results of this test, you’ll never get well. You’ll be prescribed 10 different drugs to smack down all the symptoms of thyroid disease, rather than ever treating the thyroid disease itself. Imagine the arcade game Whac-A-Mole!

If your physician uses only the TSH

test and it is normal, you may be told you have fibromyalgia and be given analgesics for the muscle pain and you’ll be diagnosed with either depression or anxiety and be prescribed either Zoloft or Xanax (or both). You’ll also be sent to the pharmacy for Rogaine for the hair loss and Detrol LA for the overactive bladder. Good luck getting well. All this expense and misery, because your TSH came back normal. A TSH can be normal and it’s still very possible that you have some degree of hypothyroidism, or you are genuinely “thyroid sick” as I refer to it in my book, “Thyroid Healthy” available at my website and Amazon.

Maybe instead of 10 drugs you need one drug as in thyroid medicine or maybe natural thyroid dietary supplementation, or a combination. A good doctor will know.

Forget about the TSH test, it’s just okay.

It’s part of a bigger scenario. The most important tests are the following: Total T3, Total T4, Free T3, Free T4, TPO and TG Antibodies, Reverse T3 and Ferritin.

I’m out of space here, but I have suggested “normals” that are much different from those on your lab tests. If you go to my website suzycohen.com and sign up for my newsletter, I’ll give you a free ebook, plus I will email you a longer version of this article that includes the tests and the normal reference ranges so you can compare your lab numbers to my recommended values.

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2016 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

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WARETOWN LIBRARY EVENTS

The library is located at 112 Main Street in Waretown. These programs are free and open to the public. Please register online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org or by calling 609-693-5133.

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March 2, 3:30pm – Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Celebration: Games and stories celebrating the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Ages 5 and up.

March 2 and 17, 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Dropin Open Play: Open play time with fun and toys. Ages 1 to 5.

March 4 and 11, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. – PlayDough Open Play: Drop by and create with Play-Dough. Ages 5 to 11.

March 7, 7 p.m. – T.A.B. Teen Advisory Board Meeting: Join TAB. Help plan programs you want to see and enjoy, have fun, and earn community service hours all at the same time. Ages 12 to 18.

March 8, 3:30 p.m. – Teen Tech Week Craft: Join us for a Techie Craft. Ages 12 to 18.

March 10, 10:30 a.m. – Toddler Art: Art project for toddlers to celebrate Youth Art Month. Ages 1 to 5.

March 12, 11 a.m. – Stages Fest: One Thousand Cranes: The true and poignant story of tradition, friendship, and love follows a young Japanese girl who inspired an international peace movement. This production combines Japanese and American language, music, and dance, highlighting Japanese society in the aftermath of World War II. Presented by the Centenary Stage Company.

March 14, 4 p.m. – Tween Craft – Tween crafting. Ages 9 to 12.

March 14, 7 p.m. – Friend’s Group Meeting: Join our friendly group. We create fun ways to raise funds to support our branch library.

March 15, 2 p.m. – Radical Home Economics: Adult craft. Limit 20.

March 18, 1:30 pm – Nutrition for Seniors: Join Shop-Rite’s registered di-

etitian to learn about nutritional benefits for seniors.

March 18, 1 to 3 p.m. – Friend’s Book Sale: Great finds for little cost.

March 19, 10 a.m. to noon – Friend’s Book Sale: Great finds for little cost.

March 19, 10:30 a.m. – NJ Maker’s Day: Join the Maker culture and participate in this year’s NJ Maker’s Day. March 21, 6 p.m. – Build and Grow Workshop: Celebrate DIY and Maker Culture by building a wood project of your own in this fun workshop presented by Lowes. Ages 10 and up. Limit 15.

March 22, 10:30 a.m. – Itty Bitty Time: Songs, rhymes, dancing, and stories for the littlest library lovers. Ages 0 to 12 months.

March 26, 10:30 a.m. – Chess Club: Come play chess. Ages 12 and up.

March 28, 7 p.m. – Teen Game Night: Teens join us for board, video, card and other games. Ages 12 to 18.

March 31, 11 a.m. – Nifty Nature NikNaks: Learn about nature and our local environment, the NJ Pinelands, through our Nifty Nature Niknak program. Get to see and touch fascinating animal artifacts, like deer antlers, turtle shells, animal furs, skills, and more. A naturalist will present each object and encourage group discussions. Ages 4 to 12.

Every Wednesday in March, 1 to 4 p.m. – Yarn Benders: Do you like to chat while you knit? Bring your needles and yarn and join our weekly group. All skill levels welcome.

By appointment, Computer and eBook Reader Lessons – We customize your lessons to help you. Just call 609-693-5133.

BlueClaws, Townsquare Media Extend Broadcast Agreement LAKEWOOD – BlueClaws games will return to the Shore Sports Network again in 2016, according to the club and Townsquare Media. The agreement extends a partnership that began in 2003, the team’s second season. This year marks the 14th straight year the BlueClaws will be heard on Townsquare Media stations.

All 140 games will once again be heard on News Talk Radio WOBM AM 1160 and 1310 as well as streamed on ShoreSportsNet work .com and the WOBM-AM mobile application.

“We’re very pleased to extend our partnership with Townsquare Media and the Shore Sports Network,” said BlueClaws General Manager Chris Tafrow.

“Townsquare Media has long been a tremendous partner of the BlueClaws and we are excited to carry that relationship another year.”

“We put such an emphasis on our local, Jersey Shore community, and the BlueClaws are obviously an extension of that,” said Kevin Williams, Townsquare

Media’s Shore Sports Network director.

“They’re a big part of our programming and we’re thrilled to extend our partnership.”

Greg Giombarrese returns as the “Voice of the BlueClaws” and will once again broadcast all 140 BlueClaws games. Tony Graham will again join the broadcast team during home games.

Each broadcast begins with the BlueClaws Beat Pre-Game Show, 15 minutes prior to first pitch, and concludes with a 15-minute post-game show.

The 2016 season opens at Lexington on April 7 and opens the home schedule with a game on April 14 against Greensboro.

The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment. They have led the South Atlantic League in attendance in all 15 years of existence. 2016 BlueClaws ticket packages and group outings are currently on sale by calling 732-901-7000 option 3 or online at BlueClaws.com.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

Obviously Not A Golfer Dear Joel, I moved from Queens, New York into an over-55 development in Monroe Township. Although my husband always enjoyed golf, it has now become an obsession of his. I sometimes feel as if I would have been better off staying in New York. I am bored and lonely while he is out enjoying himself. I sometimes feel as if I would have been better off staying in New York.

Answer: In as much as it would be nice for your husband to be spending more time with you, he doesn’t have any obligation to do so. Many people would be very happy that their spouses have found pleasure in their retirement years.

My suggestion to you is to find some-

thing that you enjoy.

Many women in the over-55 developments play golf. I am certain that there is a school in the vicinity and you too can be swinging a club and enjoying the links.

You gain nothing by blaming him for your boredom. Try something new and if that isn’t enjoyable try something different.

You too deserve happiness in life. Our blaming others for our unhappiness gets us nowhere.

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If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566.

“Home health care with feeling. Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing services inc. serving all of New Jersey in adult, senior and pediatric home health care.”

Mill Pond Students Attend Soil Summit LANOKA HARBOR – On January 29, 12 members of Mill Pond Elementary School’s Community Garden Club program had the opportunity to meet and work with scientists from all areas of New Jersey. Students attended the 4H Rutgers Youth Soil Summit where they presented collaborative projects focused on the study of soil. Participants were guided over the course of five months

by Mrs. Murga, teacher and club advisor, who trained extensively last summer to bring this experience to Mill Pond. They identified real world soil issues, utilized scientific methods of data collection and analysis employed by the scientific community, conferenced with geologists and devised a plan of corrective action. In addition, students were able to experience hands-on lessons that highlight the Next Generation Science Standards science practice and engage in interdisciplinary learning about core science topics using soil science exemplars. Their participation also provided unique field experiences with Rut-

gers University scientists who taught them how to use an environmental science app to upload data for analysis and make observations in real time.

Student projects were well received for the use of data collection methods and highly complimented on meeting project criteria.

The experience provided both teacher and student the means of exploring the benefits of the out-of-door-classroom and its impact on learning. The program was specifically designed to assist in developing curriculum aligned with the Next Generation Standards for Science. Murga looks forward to sharing her experience with colleagues and bringing many of the lessons into the regular classroom.

Student participants included: Emma Burr, Brianna Comiskey, Michael Cooper, Bryan Covey, Lily Erdo, Mackenzie Horahan, Ryan Klass, Hannah Miller, Thomas Roeber, Trent Stanfield, Elizabeth Vito and Emily Whitehead.

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The deadline for filing tax appeals in most towns expires on April 1. Many people who file tax appeals do so without knowing the process that follows the filing of the appeal.

This article provides a brief overview of the tax appeal process to give taxpayers an idea of what to expect. Because most tax appeals are filed with the County Tax Board, this article is limited to the local Tax Board process.

The Tax Appeal Hearing: Once an appeal is filed, the County Tax Board will schedule a hearing. Tax appeal hearings are generally held within three to four months after the filing date. If the appeal has been filed by commercial entity, such as a corporation or limited liability company, the taxpayer must be represented by an attorney at the hearing. Even if the appeal was filed by an individual, we strongly recommend that all taxpayers retain a New Jersey attorney experienced in tax appeals to pursue the hearing because there are certain procedural requirements that must be satisfied. In all hearings, the town will be represented by the municipal attorney.

We also recommend that all taxpayers obtain an appraisal report prepared by a certified real estate appraiser so as to justify the basis for the appeal.

Remember that the town’s assessment is presumed to be accurate and the burden is on the taxpayer to prove otherwise. The only real way to meet this burden is to have an appraisal by a certified appraiser. If you intend to

rely on expert testimony from a real estate appraiser, you must supply a copy of the appraisal report to each County Tax Board member and the municipal assessor at least seven days before the scheduled hearing date. The board will not consider your evidence and rule in the town’s favor if you fail to do so.

The appraiser who prepares the report must also be available at the hearing to testify and be cross-examined.

The Tax Board’s Decision. New Jersey law states that the Tax Board must hear and render a judgment on all appeals within three months of the last day for filing appeals, unless an extension is granted by the Director of the Division of Taxation. Judgments are issued shortly thereafter. If you are dissatisfied with the judgment of the Tax Board, you may appeal to the State Tax Court. You have 45 days from the date your judgment was mailed to file an appeal with the Tax Court.

However, an appeal to the Tax Court is time consuming and likely expensive.

Further, if you did not produce the appropriate proofs at the county level, you may be prevented from producing them at the Tax Court.

The tax appeal process can be complicated and the failure of the taxpayer to understand and follow the process can lead to an adverse Tax Board judgment. Therefore, it is important to consult with an experienced New Jersey tax attorney. The law office of R.C. Shea and Associates has been representing taxpayers in Ocean County for over 30 years.

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LACEY LIBRARY EVENTS

The library is located at 10 East Lacey Rd., Forked River. These programs are free and open to the public.

Please register online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org or by calling 609-693-8566.

March 1 to 31 – Meeting Room Art Display: Lacey Township Elementary School Student Art. March 1 to 31 – One-on-One Computer Instruction.

March 1 to 31 – One-on-One Genealogy Class.

March 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. – English Conversation Group.

March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, noon – Mah Jong Mavens and Masters.

March 3, 6 p.m. – Teen Cooking: Irish Soda Bread. We’ll be making traditional Irish Soda Bread. For teens ages 12 to 18.

March 5, 9:30 a.m. – Knitting and Crochet Group.

March 7, noon and 1 p.m. – Music and

Movement with Friends. Join Joan SeeleGoold as she leads this musical program for adults with special needs and their caregivers. Presented in partnership with Lacey Recreation. There are two sessions, register for one session only.

March 8, 10 a.m. – Mobile County Connections.

March 8, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. – Brain Games. Join the fun. We will play games that stimulate the brain to keep your mind sharp.

March 8, 6 to 8 p.m. – So You Are Thinking of Starting Your Own Business? Partnering with Kearny Bank and the SCORE of Ocean County, the library presents third workshop in a three part series. Learn

about marketing, financing, sales and more from experts. Refreshments provided by Kearny Bank. Register for each workshop separately.

March 10, 10:30 a.m. – Beyond Google.

March 10, 6:30 to 8 p.m. – Celebrate Youth Art Month. Reception for students and families. Drop in.

March 11, 1 p.m. – Lunchtime Film: “Bridge of Spies.” During the Cold War, an American U-2 pilot is captured by the Russians. An insurance lawyer is recruited by the CIA to negotiate the pilot’s release.

(PG-13) 141 min.

March 12, 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Partners in Art. Recreational art class for adults with special needs over 17 and their families or

caregivers with Heather Popielarczyk.

A great place to come and meet new friends. Presented in partnership with Lacey Recreation.

March 12, 2 p.m. – Resources for NJ Families. Presented by SPAN, this workshop covers the resources available in NJ to children with special needs.

Information on how to access programs and services will be provided.

March 15, 4 p.m. – Let’s Make Art. Heather Popielarczyk will teach art to special needs children ages 8 to 16, and their siblings. This is an inclusive program. Parents are welcome to stay.

If there are questions, email Heather at ocpartnersinart@gmail.com.

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Items For Sale Infants/Toddler - Clothing, blankets, comforters, snowsuits, pack n play, stroller, carseat, walker, toys, lots more. Best offer takes all. Call 732-202-1493.

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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius.

732-364-7580. (t/n) Used Guns Wanted - All types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Costume/Estate Jewelry - Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry.

Same day house calls. Religious items too. Immediate cash. 5 percent more cash with this ad. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Guns Wanted - Old or new pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammunition. Licensed collectors, state legal transfers. Cash paid. Call Jeff. 609-713-0637. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) Buying - Jewelry collections and jewelry boxes; costume/estate/antique. Rhinestones, pins, bracelets, all types (watches too). Cash Paid Today! Call “THE JEWELRY GAL.” Brick Area. 732-513-2139.

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Help Wanted Teacher Assistant Pre-school – PT. Brick Child Care Center.

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Help Wanted Part Time Food Service – We have an immediate need for Part time waitstaff/servers, dietary aides, and dishawahers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay and 401K once you have worked 1 year and 1000 hours. Under the direction of great food service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and senior leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $8.50/ hour. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (13) Two’s Teacher Assistant - Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-210. (43) Laundromat Attendant - For PT. Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

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STAFFORD LIBRARY EVENTS

The library is located at 129 N. Main Street in Manahawkin. These programs are free and open to the public. Please register online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org or by calling 609-597-3381.

March 2, 10 a.m. to noon and March 14, 1 to 3 p.m. – Computer Basics Drop-In Help Learn how to use a mouse to navigate the Internet, create an email account, and attach files to emails.

March 2, 1 to 2:30 p.m. – Brain Games March 2, 6 p.m. – Teen Advisory (TAB) Board Meeting .Join TAB to earn community service credit and have fun.

Ages 12 to 18.

March 3, 10:30 a.m. – Friends Adventures – Rosie the Riveter. A Living History Presentation. Women take on “men’s work” during WWII. Sponsored by the Friends. Funded by the Horizons Speaker Bureau of the N.J. Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for Humanities.

Produced by the American Historical Theatre.

March 3 and 10, 1 to 3 p.m. and March 5 and 19, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – String of Purls–Knit/Crochet Group. Needle art lovers whether you’re just learning or already know how, join our group to knit, crochet, embroider, crewel and needlepoint. For beginners, bring size 10 knitting needles and light-colored 4 ply worsted yarn. To crochet bring the same yarn and a size “I” crochet hook.

March 4, 11 and 18, 12:30 to 4 p.m. – Mah Jongg. Play Mah Jongg at the library. Bring the current year game card and game sets. Mah Jongg originated in China and has recently experienced a resurgence in popularity. Many people are realizing the intellectual challenge it poses, and are drawn to the beauty and excitement of the game itself. Experience is helpful.

March 7, 1:30 to 4 p.m. – Rutgers Cooperative Extension Ocean County Master Gardeners - Benefits of Going Native. The Master Gardeners will talk about the benefits of using native plants and the many ways to incorporate them into your landscape. There will be time for questions before and after the talk.

Bring in your dying or diseased clippings for plant diagnosis and possible remedies. Talk begins at 2:30 p.m.

March 8, 10 a.m. to noon and March 24, 1 to 3 p.m. – eReaders/Tablets DropIn Help. We answer your eReader and Tablet questions.

March 8, 1 to 2 p.m. – Book discussion: “The Girl Who Came Home” by Hazel Gaynor.

March 9, noon to 1 p.m. – Book discussion: “Invention of Wings” by Sue Monk Kidd.

March 9, 1 to 3 p.m. – Microsoft® Office Drop-In Help. Get help with Word, Excel, PowerPoint or other Microsoft® Office programs.

March 9, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. – Drop-In Craft. All ages welcome.

March 9, 6 to 7 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. – Tween Minecraft® Club. Play Minecraft® and talk about the game with other players. Register for only one session a month. Ages 9 to 14.

March 10, 7 p.m. – DVD Discussion Group. “Mad Max Fury Road” (R) Watch DVD at home, and then come in for discussion.

March 11, 10:30 a.m. – Mother Goose Time. Rhythm, rhymes and movement for babies up to 18 months with a caregiver.

March 11, 1 to 3 p.m. – Social Media Drop-In Help. We answer your questions about Social Media.

March 12, 2 to 3:30 p.m. – Family Movie : “Goosebumps” (PG) 103 min.

A teenager teams up with the daughter of young adult horror author R. L. Stine after the writer’s imaginary demons are set free on the town of Madison, DE. March 14, 6:30 p.m. – Tween Maker Night Pi Day: Will it Waff le? Pie + Waffle Iron = Let’s find out. Celebrate Pi Day with experimental dessert. Ages 9 to 14.

March 16, 10:30 a.m. – Happy St. Patrick’s Day. Fun with stories and a craft. Ages 3 to 6 with adult.

March 17, 9:30 a.m. to noon – Friends of the Stafford Library Meeting. The Friends of the Stafford Library host a meeting every third Thursday of the month except for the months of July and August. Join the friends to contribute to a worthy cause.

March 19, 1 p.m. – Layla the Malamute. Stop in and read to a non-judgmental, affectionate dog listener. All ages welcome.

March 19, 2 to 3:30 p.m. – Feature Film: “The Visit” (PG-13) 94 min. A single mother finds that things in her family’s life go very wrong after her two young children visit their grandparents.

March 21, 1:30 to 4 p..m. – Rutgers Cooperative Extension Ocean County Master Gardeners – Easy-Care Perennials You Probably Don’t Know. The Master Gardeners will talk about little-known perennials and the many ways to incorporate them into your landscape.

There will be time for questions before and after the talk. Bring in your dying or diseased clippings for plant diagnosis and possible remedies. Talk begins at 2:30 p.m.

March 21, 6 p.m. – Pine Shores Art Association, Art History Lecture. Professor Kate Nearpass-Ogden, PhD., of Stockton University presents “American Masters – 19th Century Artists: John Singer Sargent, Thomas Eakins and Winslow Homer.” The reception features the paintings of Mike Amato, Bernadette Darder, Harriet Fink and Elizabeth Schlesinger. Reception starts at 6 p.m., lecture begins at 7 p.m.

Bowl For Kids’ Sake Fundraiser

OCEAN COUNTY – The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County are holding an Annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake event on February 28 at Playdrome, Toms River starting at 10:30 a.m. and March 6 at Thunderbird Lanes, Manahawkin starting at noon.

Each bowler is asked to pledge a minimum $50 donation that they may personally donate or collect from family members, friends, co-workers and/or their employers.

The money raised from this event will be used to support BBBSOC’s one-to-one youth mentoring programs.

Each bowler will receive a t-shirt, pizza and beverages and bowl two games. There will also be lots of door prizes.

Longtime CEO Sue Sedivec said, “About 200 bowlers participate in this event each year. Everyone is welcome – individuals, families, senior citizens and students. This is a great family friendly event or team building event for your office or business.

So come out and bowl.”

Raise your $50 donation on CrowdRise at crowdrise.com/bowlforkids2016. Call 732505-3400 for more information.

Trauma-Sensitive Meditation Class For Veterans And Spouses

FORKED RIVER – Meghan’s Foundation and Peaceful Warriors is offering a free weekly trauma-sensitive meditation class for active duty, retired and disabled veterans and their spouses.

First class begins March 9 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Classes held at Peaceful Warriors, 1044 Lacey Road.

For more information, call Susie 609-7135435 or visit peacefulwarriormeditation.us.

Free Income Tax Preparation

LANOKA HARBOR – AARP will sponsor free income tax preparation on Tuesdays from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Village Lutheran

Church, 701 Western Blvd.

No appointment necessary. Call 609-2940730 for more information.

Lacey Elks To Hold Flea Market

LACEY – The Lacey Elks will hold the Fishhawks Fishing Flea Market on March 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Lacey Elks is located at 900 Beach Blvd. Forked River.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast By Jeraldine Saunders ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Get that heart rate up. Find ways to release pent up energy and clear your mind for the upcoming week ahead. Make sure to leave your schedule flexible as romantic interludes could suddenly pop up without warning.

TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Have it your way. You are able to use your charms and wiles to get nearly anyone to fall into line. Put your social acumen to good use by reconciling differences, asking for favors or making new acquaintances this week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Find your support group. You’ll find that those who care about you the most will provide the enthusiasm you need to get your ideas off of the ground. A significant other may make the rest of the world seem to stand still later in the week.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Stick to your convictions this week. Don’t back down when it comes to letting others know where you stand on specific issues. Avoid getting too deep into conversations involving subjects of which you have little or no knowledge.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Family comes first. Schedule time to pay attention to loved ones as work may take up too much of your time this week. If someone approaches you for advice, be helpful and enthusiastic as criticism could be poisonous.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t compromise your values. In the heat of the moment, you may feel compelled to say or do something that goes against everything that you’ve been taught. Steer clear of confrontations in the week to come.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Bury the

hatchet. There’s no point in allowing ill feelings to fester. You can improve everyone’s mood by taking steps towards reconciliation. Matters of romance and relationships may take precedent as the week progresses.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Nothing stands in the way of progress. No matter if you take baby steps or giant leaps forward you get closer to achieving your goal. Don’t shrug off a commitment or promise this week just because you don’t think it’s important.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Play it cool. Don’t allow someone to get under your skin this week as this may be precisely the reaction they were looking for. Find constructive outlets to blow off steam such as sports or tackling chores around the house.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22- Jan. 19): May the force be with you. Just have a little faith that the universe is working with you and not against you, and everything will turn out for the best this week. Someone may be willing to help more than you anticipated.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20- Feb. 18): A well-tended garden blooms best. Don’t expect projects to become rousing successes unless you have provided the proper care and attention to making them work. Romantic prospects are likely to improve in the week ahead.

PISCES (Feb. 19- Mar. 20): The means don’t always justify the ends. Giving simply to help out those in need is a wonderful thing, while giving to receive kudos is not quite as admirable.

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Cancer Foundation’s Crystal Gala At Ocean Place Resort

OCEAN COUNTY – Tickets and sponsorships are now available for the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation’s annual Crystal Gala presented by Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing Services. The event is on March 12, from 6 to 11 p.m. at Ocean Place Resort and Spa, 1 Ocean Boulevard, Long Branch.

The 2016 honorees are Dr. Margaret Fisher, medical director at The Unterberg Children’s Hospital Monmouth Medical Center; Dr. Lisa A. Forzani of Forzani Family Chiropractic Center and William MacDonald, group manager of PNC Bank and Select Equity Group Foundation.

Tickets cost $150 each and include “The Preakness,” an evening of virtual horse racing action, a cocktail hour, a sit-down dinner with an open bar, dancing, silent and gift auctions,

prizes and more.

Sponsorships range from $100 to $20,000.

For sponsorship opportunities, call Rosemarie Contreras at 732-282-2324 or rcontreras@emmanuelcancer.org.

The Emmanuel Cancer Foundation provides specialized services at no charge to New Jersey families who are caring for a child with cancer.

The services include professional in-home counseling; advocacy on behalf of families; materials support, such as food, clothing, toys and household items and emergency financial aid, such as paying for rent or utilities.

For the past 30 years, the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation has helped more than 1,700 New Jersey families in Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean counties who are dealing with pediatric cancer.

Tickets On Sale For International Chef’s Night Out TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education will host the 20th Annual International Chef’s Night Out on March 7 at the Pine Belt Arena from 6 to 9 p.m.

Over 50 area restaurants, caterers, bakeries, specialty stores and beverage distributors are expected to participate. For the $50 admission fee, attendees may sample an extensive variety of sweet and savory delicacies as well as some of the area’s fine wines and beverages.

In addition to the food and beverage offerings there will be a 50/50 raffle, themed gift basket raffles and door prizes.

Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the door. To purchase tickets go to ocvtschefsnightout.org.

For more information, call Alicia Carney at 732-286-5670 ext. 3212 or Sharon Noble at 732-473-3100 ext. 3177.

All proceeds benefit the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education.

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Cuban Sandwich Proves That A Panini

By Any Other Name Tastes Just As Delicious

By Wolfgang Puck

As a chef with restaurants on three continents and the good fortune to travel and eat my way around the world, I am always fascinated to see how so many dishes that may at first seem unique to a particular cuisine actually have close cousins in other countries.

Fried chicken, for example, is undeniably all-American; yet, I grew up eating wonderful skillet-fried chicken in Austria, and chunks of crispy chicken are popular bar snacks in Japan. Then there’s my grandmother’s pot ato -and- cheese-st uffed du mp lings, remarkably similar to Italian ravioli and Chinese pot stickers.

Now consider the sandwich. It may owe its name to the English nobleman who, because he couldn’t be bothered to tear himself away from the gambling table, asked his meat to be served between two slices of bread. But that doesn’t fully explain why so many countries today claim sandwiches all their own. Take the panini, Italy’s own signature pressed sandwich. Yes, people across Europe and North America have enthusiastically taken to it, coming up with all sorts of variations involving different breads, cheeses and other fillings and seasonings. Still, other countries have their own griddled sandwiches.

There’s America’s lunchtime classic, grilled cheese, for example.

One of my favorite panini cousins, though, is the Cuban sandwich, which originated about a cent ur y ago among Cuban im mig rants in southern Florida. It’s one of the most generous grilled sandwiches I have encountered, featuring cheese and a generous assortment of cured and cooked meats, plus pickles and mustard, cooked not between two slices of bread but inside a length of long, slender French bread. Better still, the sandwich is weighted down to press it as thinly as possible, to produce a wonderfully crusty, crunchy exterior that complements the hot, rich filling bound together with melted cheese.

This is no ordinary panini.

Yet, as special as it sounds, a Cuban sandwich is still incredibly quick and easy to make at home. You can use any assortment of fillings you want, including roast pork or other leftover meat. Just be sure to include yellow ballpark-style mustard and sliced dill

pickles to achieve just the right tangy f lavor. The other key is to not just to cook the sandwich inside a panini grill, but also to weigh down the grill with a brick or heavy cans (placing them carefully for even pressure and so they don’t slide off ).

You’ll be amazed by the difference these few little secrets make to the results. And I predict that, once you try it, you’ll make Cuban Sandwiches a regular part of your own home cooking repertoire.

CUBAN SANDWICH Serves 1 1 length French or sourdough baguette, cut to fit your panini grill 3 to 4 tablespoons mayonnaise 3 to 4 tablespoons yellow mustard 2 to 3 thin slices Swiss cheese 4 to 6 thin slices smoked or cured ham 4 to 6 slices salami 6 thin lengthwise slices dill pickle 3 or 4 slices roast pork, or other meat of your choice 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened Preheat an electric panini press or a hinged electric counter top double-sided grill.

With a serrated bread knife, cut the length of baguette horizontally in half. Evenly spread both cut surfaces of the bread with mayonnaise, then mustard. Arrange the bread halves coated side up on a work surface.

Layer the bottom half of the bread with the Swiss cheese. Then, in even layers, arrange the roast pork, salami, ham and pickle slices.

Press the top piece of the baguette onto the filling, compacting the sandwich evenly. Brush the top of the bread with butter. Place the sandwich in the preheated panini grill.

Weigh down the top of the panini grill with a brick wrapped in foil or with two large cans of tomatoes or other canned goods, placing them for even weight distribution and to avoid them possibly slipping off.

Cook the sandwich until the filling is heated through, the cheese is melted and the bread is well browned and very crusty, about 5 minutes.

If you want to cut the sandwich in half, use a serrated knife and a sawing motion to avoid squeezing out the filling. Serve immediately.

(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2016 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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