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New Eateries, Fees Hope To Bolster Cedar Creek Golf Course

–Photos by Catherine Galioto and Berkeley Township The previous concessionaire at the municipal golf course has been vacant for some time and fallen in disrepair, but the township says there are several interested parties who want to operate a snack bar and an actual restaurant at the golf course. By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – The Township hopes Berkeley’s municipal golf course can court more users with a plan to extend discounts for some fees and get a new tenant to take over the vacant restaurant there. There’s also new golf carts, a remodeled pro shop and the option for mini-tournaments this season. Mayor Carmen Amato and several council members said it was time for Cedar Creek Municipal Golf Course to get an upgrade across several fronts to help bring one

of the under-used elements of the recreation options in town back to the forefront. “I on the finance committee and golf committee heard two presentations from members of the administration on what I considered an excellent business plan to really get the golf course up and going,” said Council President John Bacchione. “We all know it’s been challenging for the last few years with this golf course but I think we have a plan in place, thanks to the ingenuity of members of Mayor Amato’s administration and we’re going to give it a chance. So if you guys would bear with us and keep your eyes on this golf course I think you are going to be very happy with this finished product.” The finished product should be a reopened and renovated bar restaurant at Cedar Creek, plus a concessionaire

April 16, 2016

Plans For New Sidewalks, Road Projects

By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – The township plans to undertake a variety of engineering projects, to build such things as sidewalks near schools or to reconstruct crumbling portions of roads, and even add generators to its administration buildings. The township council approved going out to bid for the various items at its most recent council meeting, at the request of the township engineer. One of the projects addresses a lack of sidewalks around Bayville Elementary School. Township Engineer Alan Dittenhofer said the township has attempted to secure grants from a variety of sources to pay for the project, which is also approved under the 2016 capital budget. “This is for the installation of sidewalks in the vicinity of Bayville School along the school walking routes,”

Dittenhofer said. “As you recall that area is devoid of sidewalks and it is a walking route for the children. We’ve applied for several grants several times for funding.” Another issue of safety is a project to buy and install emergency generators for Berkeley. The township will use its hazard mitigation grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to buy two emergency generators: one for the administration building and one for the police station next door. “This will enable us to have our municipal complex facilities to be fully generated in the event of a power outage,” said Mayor Carmen Amato. The costs are estimated at $110,000 for a town hall generator that uses gas and $83,000 for the police station generator which will use diesel fuel, said the (Projects - See Page 5)

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With Lead Concerns, Mayor Solicits Water Testing Info

By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – With concerns over lead in drinking water gripping national headlines, local officials thought it wise to examine the recent tests from its own water utilities. Berkeley Mayor Carmen Amato said it was the stories out of Detroit and Flint, MI that lead him to wonder what conditions were like here. Berkeley has multiple water companies in town servicing different geographic areas, and Amato said he has requested results of each.

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New Jersey American Water’s response was that its tests indicate that lead is not an issue in the treated water leaving its facility: “New Jersey American Water regularly tests for lead in drinking water and has taken steps to minimize levels through improvements in corrosion control.” NJAW encouraged customers to verify if they have lead pipes or solder, which is a contributor to lead levels.

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–Photo courtesy Berkeley Township The previous round of generators installed the emergency equipment in Holiday City Clubhouse 2 in 2015, above. This year, the township hopes to use more of a FEMA grant to buy one generator for town hall and another for the police station.

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and some newer equipment. The township is soliciting bids for tenants to operate the bar-restaurant. “We are putting a lot of work and effort into the golf course to bring it up to what it was before. And the bid to go out for the bar, a lot of interested parties came forth, so there is going to be a lot of positive changes over there,” said Councilman Thomas Grosse. “Please keep playing and if you haven’t, come

back and visit us soon.” The golf course, its entrance toward the back of Veterans Park, has been operating for about 30 years. Among the amenities there is also a driving range and pro shop. This 6,065-yard course, from the middle tees, was carved out from the Pinelands surrounding Cedar Creek, with its back nine holes featuring three lakes with a hilly terrain. Among the changes approved this season is adding senior rates to the weekend schedule. The seven-day senior rate means the resident and non-resident

senior rate is no longer limited to only weekdays. There is also a new county card, for $40. Ocean County residents may now purchase a non-resident card that will entitle them to a discounted rate. You need to be a resident of Ocean County, though, and the card is not a county-issued one, but is a new card offered through and specific for Cedar Creek Golf Course. Early twilight rates will be in place starting May 31, a change which means the twilight rate will move back up to 1 p.m. Officials said this is to help get golfers

out to be sure to finish before the sun sets. Also among the changes are replacement golf carts to replace the aging ones. Cedar Creek now has 30 new Yamaha golf carts available. Township Chief Financial Officer Fred Ebenau explained more of the changes at the March council meeting, such as allowing for mini tournaments. These would be for groups of 30 to 72 as opposed to any groups 72 or more. For the complete list of greens fees and other rates, visit twp.berkeley.nj.us/d_ golf.aspx.

Van Dyke Hospice And Palliative Care Center Offers Tips For Coping With Grief OCEAN COUNTY – Grief, although painful, is a normal reaction to loss, particularly when someone important to you, such as a close relative or friend, has died. While grief is a natural part of life, the sorrow, emotions and even physical changes you may experience can be confusing. Some normal and common reactions to loss you may experience include feelings of numbness, denial, disbelief, shock, sadness, yearning, anger, despair and guilt. While the intensity and duration of these feelings is hard to predict, it is important to allow yourself the time to grieve. Grieving is healthy and appropriate and can help you come to terms with your loss. Van Dyke Hospice and Palliative Care Center at Community Medical Center, an affiliate of the Saint Barnabas Health Care

System located in Toms River, suggests some tips for coping effectively after the loss of a loved one: Find people who care. Speak with relatives and friends who can understand your feelings of loss. Join a support group with others experiencing similar losses. Express yourself. Tell others how you are feeling; it will help you to work through the grieving process. Take care of yourself. Eat well and get plenty of rest. Consult with your family physician about any concerns. Accept that life is for the living. It takes effort to begin to live again in the present and not dwell on the past. Postpone major life changes. Try to hold off on making any major changes, such as moving, remarrying, changing jobs or having another child. Give yourself time to adjust to your

loss. Be patient. It can take months or even years to absorb a major loss and accept your changed life. Seek outside help when necessary. If your grief seems like it is too much to bear, seek professional help. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You can be there for someone through the grieving process as well. Here are some ways you can help: Share the sorrow. Allow them, even encourage them, to talk about their feelings of loss and share memories of their loved one. Don’t offer false comfort. Offer simple expressions of sorrow and take time to listen. Offer practical help. Baby-sitting, cooking and running errands are all ways to help someone who is in the midst of grieving. Be patient. Remember that it can take a

long time to recover from a major loss. Make yourself available to talk. Encourage professional help when necessary. Recommend professional help when you feel someone is experiencing too much pain to cope alone. It takes time to fully absorb the impact of a major loss. While you never stop missing a loved one who has died, the pain eases over time. The length of time spent grieving is different for each person. For some people, grief lasts a few months; for others, grieving may take years. Coping with grief takes support, patience and effort. When the pain of loss eventually lessens, you will be left with cherished memories of your loved one. For more information, call 732-818-6800 or visit sbhcshospice.com.

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Suez Water had a similar response, saying its results and its monitoring were in compliance with federal standards for lead and copper. Suez publicized its processes in a fact sheet for customers: water quality parameter sampling to demonstrate its water has adequate corrosion control; monitoring lead and copper levels annually or tri-an-

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mayor. Right now, one emergency generator tends to both buildings, said Dittenhofer. “Currently the administration building and police department share one generator,” he

OCEAN COUNTY – The single 90-minute sets at Ocean County College’s MidWeek Jazz Series shows are held on selected Wednesdays at 8 p.m. on the Main Stage, The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, Ocean County College Main Campus, Toms River. May 25 – Bria Skonberg: Since her

nually; and that the results show levels meet federal rules. Those two water companies and the mayor both referenced they were addressing public concern of lead levels in water as a result of the national news. “Due to the national health crisis in Flint, MI we understand that our customers may have concerns about lead in their drinking water,” wrote Suez. Amato said the issue is also in New Jersey, with news of Newark’s water

levels: “As many of you have seen in the news recently, high amounts of lead have been found in drinking water in Detroit, Michigan and in Newark, New Jersey,” Amato said. Berkeley’s potable water comes from five different water companies, depending on your neighborhood: Aqua New Jersey; New Jersey American Water Company; Suez Water Company; Shore Water Company and Berkeley Township MUA. “As Mayor, I have contacted each water

purveyor to provide the latest testing information,” he said. “As this information is received, it will be posted on the Township’s web site for easy reference by our residents. New Jersey American Water Company and Suez Water Company have also provided ‘Fact Sheets’ with answers to the most frequently asked questions about lead. We hope this information will be helpful.” The links are live on the township website, twp.berkeley.nj.us.

said. “With this, the two buildings will be able to stand alone.” Handicap access at Veterans Park is a third project the council approved going out to bid for at its last meeting. This project, also funded through the 2016 capital budget, would install additional handicap parking near the pavilion and the

stage area of the park, said the engineer. Separate road projects also are now out to bid. They are: Road improvements near Cedar Creek’s lagoonfront, in a series of streets off Route 9: Cutlass Way, West Island Road, Dune Drive and Sandbar Drive. Reconstruction of Jeanette Street, a dead-

end road off Morris Blvd. and Maple Avenue. Road improvements to Pelican Point Road off Route 9, and to 23rd Avenue, in South Seaside Park. The items were discussed at the March 21 workshop meeting and approved to go out to bid at that evening’s regular council meeting.

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style all her own rooted in swampy New Orleans and blues with swing, pop, and world music influences. Tickets: $24 for adults, $18 seniors, $12 students. June 8 – Swingadelic Salutes The Three Louis’s: Few entertainers had as much fun on stage as Louis Armstrong, Louis Prima, and Louis Jordan. The 11-piece

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Library More Than Just Books When was the last time you visited your town’s library? If your last visit was more than a short time ago, you might be surprised at just how much modern libraries have to offer. In any community, libraries are valuable tools for education, research, community outreach and entertainment. Libraries are storehouses of knowledge and an example of the First Amendment at work. They are an American tradition. This holds true throughout our area, where the local branch of the county’s library system is serving the community even as you read this. This past week was a special one for libraries, too. Around the nation, National Library Week was observed throughout the country from April 10 to 16. Though some library facilities show their age, others are modern locations offering not only the row upon row of books one expects at a library, but virtually any type of multimedia and research tool one can imagine. More information than ever on

any subject imaginable is available for the asking, and right in your hometown. Libraries are no longer simply about books (though they can still be found by the thousands). Computer workstations are available for public use, putting the entire World Wide Web at your disposal. Hundreds of videos, CDs and other multimedia items are on hand not just for educational purposes, but for entertainment as well. Dozens of magazines and other periodicals are waiting to be read, and thousands of newspaper articles are archived using technology both old and new. And if something isn’t on hand, they can get it for you. Any item that isn’t on-site can be ordered through the library network. It is a state-of-the-art facility by any measure. There’s also a number of free community programs, everything ranging from reading groups to chess clubs to preschool story time programs to educational programs. Taking advantage of these great services is not only enjoyable, it won’t cost you a dime. Don’t miss out, check them out.

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Libraries Catalyst For Change This week (April 10 to 16) the Ocean County Library joins libraries across the country in celebrating National Library Week, a time to remind the public about the contributions libraries make in their communities. The theme for this year’s National Librar y Week celebration is “Libraries Transform” and the Ocean County Library and its staff bring this theme to life everyday by finding ways to help people transform their lives. We circulated over 4.3 million items last year, but what is equally important is how the library can be a catalyst for change. Whether it be a homebound senior citizen to an at-risk youth, the library offers services that bring positive change and opportunities for everyone in the community. Our library system offers online career training classes, special programs for job seekers and we partner with local organizations to offer English as a second language and citizenship classes for the newest members of Ocean County. Our libraries are continually transforming to better serve the community. We offer modern services to our customers such as eBooks, digital magazines plus access to material at your convenience. We also offer the latest in technology such as 3D printers, circuit-building kits and computer programming—which inspires the great inventors of tomorrow. National Library Week

Letters To The Editor is the perfect time to visit your local library. On behalf of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Ocean County Library Commission and our staff, we invite you to see firsthand how libraries can transform the communities they serve. Susan Quinn Ocean County Library Director

To Find Hope, Look Around You These are very unhappy times in Washington. Relations between the execut ive and legislat ive branches are not just sour, but cor rosive. The Republican-led Senate has declared it will simply ignore a presidential nomination to the Supreme Court. Both houses have announced that they will flout a tradition going back to the 1970s, and refuse to hold a hearing for the President’s budget director to present the White House’s federal budget proposal. Partisan paralysis and game-playing on Capitol Hill have become a hallmark of these times, as has the evident distaste our nation’s leaders feel for one another. It would be understandable to give in to despair, and a lot of Americans have done so. I have not, and for a simple reason: in our system there is always hope. Why? Because our representative democracy rests finally not on what politicians in Washington or in our state capitals do,

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but on what our citizens do. The bedrock assumption of representative government is that Americans will make discr iminating judgments about politicians and policies, and shoulder their responsibility as citizens to improve their corner of the world. The remarkable thing is, they often do. Over a long career in politics, I’ve seen it happen more times than I can count. At some gathering, people will complain about the schools or the roads or the behavior of a public official or an act of government that galls them. Then, after talking it over, they decide to act. They do something about it. Even bet ter, t he less-than-admirable stumbling blocks that we’ve c ome t o ide nt i f y w it h politics — confrontation, obstructionism, divisiveness — are rarely present. Public dialogues may get heated, but they don’t often descend to the level of bitterness and obstinacy we see these days in Washington. More than anything else, what you see when ordinary Americans decide to get involved in a public issue is their common sense and good judgment, their fundamental decency and their remarkable sense of fairness. Over and over, as I watch citizens at work trying to fix their communities in ways big and small, I’ve found myself wishing that members of Congress and other officials could take a ringside seat. The people involved al most always wa nt to see that even people they don’t agree with have a chance to say their piece. They recognize there are differences of opinion and that they have to be sorted through. If you ask them to describe what result they want, they will always use the word, “Fair.” They make decisions by and large based on hope, not fear or despair.

The sense that comes through when you watch A mer ica n s at work on public issues is their overwhelming desire to improve their community. Often this is reflected in concrete projects — a new bridge, a better school, a badly needed sewer system. But you can also see it in many people’s cry for candidates who will set narrow interests and excessive partisanship aside, and work to improve the quality of life for all Americans. While ordinary citizens may not know all there is to know about a given public policy issue, I was constantly impressed while in office at how much I learned from my constituents. We often think of representative government as a process in which the elected official educates constituents, but the reverse is usually even more the case. Americans may think that politics is filled with messiness and noise, but at the end of the day they understand the need for deal-making, compromise and negotiation — and that to achieve change, they have to work through the system we have, which means educating and pushing political leaders. As a constituent put it to me, “What’s the alternative?” This is why I have an underlying confidence in representative government. Americans are pragmatic. They recognize the complexity of the challenges we face, understand there are no simple answers to complex problems and do not expect to get everything they want. They see that what unites us — a common desire to improve our communities and create better opportunities for families and individuals — is stronger than what divides us. My confidence in the system is built on citizens exercising their right to make this a stronger, fairer country. Lee H. Hamilton Former U.S. Congressman

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary FromYour Local, County, State & Federal Officials

Coronato Updates Board Of Health On Heroin Problem

OCEA N COU N T Y – Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph Coronato, along with Assistant Prosecutor Anthony Pierro, provided an update to the members of the Ocean County Board of Health and staff members on Ocean County’s heroin problem, how his office is dealing with the issue and some innovative solutions to help address this problem. Coronato explained the strategic plan in tackling this issue includes educating the youth and everyone about the dangers of heroin

OCEA N COU N T Y – Noting the number of children diagnosed with autism continues to increase, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders is doing its part to raise awareness by recognizing April as Autism Awareness Month. “The statistics are compelling,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly. “We are joining the chorus

NEW JERSEY – The baseball season has begun, but despite the umpire’s traditional call to start a game, Comcast and the YES Network still refuse to play ball. In response, the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders unanimously passed a resolution demanding that Comcast and the YES Network come to an immediate agreement and return Yankees games to the cable lineup. If a settlement isn’t reached, Ocean County Yankees fans will be limited to watching a handful of broadcast-channel and nationally televised games this season. “Baseball fans are caught in the middle and it’s well past time these two corporations sign a contract,” said Freeholder Director John P. Kelly.

and illicit drugs, enforcement issues, the use of Narcan and how Ocean County is working to get those who have overdosed and then reversed with Narcan into treatment, treatment options and moving forward, how we can break the cycle of addiction. Coronato added, “The impact of this drug issue cost the U.S. $193 billion last year. It is estimated that 25 million Americans have used or are currently using illicit drugs.” “As the leaders in the field of health, the board was

very appreciative of the presentation and welcomed the information from the prosecutor,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little, liaison to the Board of Health. He added, “Today was an eye-opener for many and we look for ward to the Health Department’s continued collaboration with the Prosecutor’s Office.” Daniel Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) public health coordinator, said “We have a Health Education team that is in great demand in

our county school system and even provide programming to young children on making good choices and self-esteem. These are building blocks for our children as they move towards adolescence. In addition, other services include the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Unit, the Ocean County Municipal Alliance program, which addresses substance abuse prevention and the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center, which provides education and screening intervention to any county resident

convicted of an alcohol or drug related motor vehicle violation. ” He continued, “Our role with the drug crisis is to educate students, parents, teachers and the communit y about the dangers of drugs, how to say no and the entire plethora of prevention strategies that we can implement. To hear our prosecutor and Barnabas Health Recovery Coach, John Brogan, who also attended, discuss the numbers of people who are brought into the hospital on a daily basis, are

Freeholders Raise Awareness About Autism

of numerous agencies and organizations highlighting the importance of education and raising awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder.” Autism Spectrum Disorder is a biologically-based disorder that impacts the development and functioning of a person’s verbal and non-verbal communication skills, social interactions and patterns of behavior.

Autism is estimated to affect 1 in 41 children in New Jersey, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The earlier a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder is identified and connected to services, the sooner services can be provided to ensure the child is able to reach their full potential. In addition to proclaiming the month of April as

Autism Awareness Month, county government employees participated in the “Light It Up Blue for Autism” campaign, wearing blue to raise awareness. Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari noted the importance of joining with the state’s Congressional delegation in calling for more and better screenings of young children as well as early intervention for those

children diagnosed with autism. “A report just issued by the Centers for Disease Control found that New Jersey’s autism rate in children has jumped 12 percent,” Vicari said. “Autism now impacts 1 in every 41 children born in New Jersey. “As a lifelong educator, I have seen the difference ea rly i nt e r vent ion ca n make,” Vicari said.

Freeholders Call On Comcast & YES Network To Play Ball

The resolution also called on Comcast to reimburse subscribers for each day of the YES Network Blackout. “Comcast claims the YES Network costs too much, yet have been paying for it all along. If they aren’t paying for it now they should pass that savings on to their customers,” said Kelly, who is also director of law and public safety. This is the second effort the Freeholders have made to return Yankees games to cable television. In early March, the Freeholders sent a letter to the state Board of Public Utilities asking it to intervene in the dispute. Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little said Comcast should at least offer the YES Network as part of an optional sports channel package. “Comcast claims Ocean

County fans aren’t interested in Yankees games,” he said. “They should let their customers decide whether or not they want to watch the games.” Little added that Comcast’s channel lineup is cluttered with many other stations that likely have much less appeal to local viewers. Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari said watching baseball and other sports is a quality of life issue, and is especially important to senior citizens. “I know many seniors who watch sports every night.” he said. “It’s entertainment that they should not be deprived of because of corporate greed.” Vicari said some towns have already begun petitions demanding the games return to cable television. According to published

reports, Comcast executives have argued that Yankees games are little watched among their customers and Ocean County is not in the core New York region, an excuse that Freeholder Virginia E. Haines took exception to.

“Ocean County is filled with Yankees fans,” she said. “After Toms River East won the 1998 Little League World Series, their players celebrated on the field in Yankee Stadium next to New York Yankees’ players.

frightening for everyone. To hear the heroin being sold is mixed with substances such as rat poison is disturbing. We were all impressed with not only how they are enforcing the law, but the compassion and dedication that our prosecutor has regarding this issue. Regenye added, “We encourage groups who are looking for educational sessions regarding substance abuse to call our office at 732-341-9700, ext. 7223.” Visit the Health Department at ochd.org.

He added a growing concern is the increasing number of senior citizens who are caring for their autistic adult children. “As Chairman of Senior Services for Ocean County, I’m calling on our leaders from all levels of government to join forces and find a solution to this challenge,” Vicari said. “The time to act is now. Together we can find a solution.”

I would say that makes this Yankees’ territory.” Haines called on Comcast and the YES Network to end the rhetoric and restore the broadcasts. “The only losers in all this are the fans,” she said.

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There will be refreshments, great prizes and fun activities for moms, dads and children too. The fair is free, but registration is required by calling 888-724-7123. The First Moments Maternity Unit at Community Medical Center specializes in a total concept of care for mothers and babies. With all private labor-delivery recovery and post-partum rooms, the latest technology is combined with home-like décor to create a soothing environment. The unit also includes a Level 2 Special Care Nursery staffed around-the-clock by neonatologists and certified neonatal nurses to care for babies with special needs.

Alumni Association’s Upcoming Events BAYVILLE – The Central Regional Alumni Association would like to thank everyone who attended its 7th Annual All Alumni Night at Spicy’s Cantina on April 1. With over 225 in attendance, the association was able to reach its scholarship fundraising goals. The Central Regional Alumni Association has been able to give over $25,000 in scholarships since its inception in 2004. The Big Cash 50-50 tickets are on sale now. Only 100 tickets will be sold for $100 each, with the winner receiving 50 percent of all

net proceeds. Maximum prize will be $5,000 to the winner. Tickets are available at Roots Hair Salon (across form the dinosaur), at Altieri Chiropractic, Anchor Inn Restaurant, via Paypal on the association’s website or by contacting any active member. The Alumni Association’s 9th Annual Golf Outing will be held May 26 at Cedar Creek Golf Course. Sponsors and golfers needed. All registration forms are located on the website. Questions? Call Cheryl Altieri at 732-269-4700.

Christ Lutheran Travel Club WHITING – Christ Lutheran will be sponsoring a trip to the Sight and Sound Theater to attend the performance of “Samson” on August 18. The ticket price is $122 per person, which includes show ticket, sit-down luncheon at Hershey Farms Inn, bus ticket and all

gratuities. Tickets will be sold every Mondays (starting May 2) between 9 a.m. and noon at Christ Lutheran Church, located at 40 Schoolhouse Road. For further information, call Janet Heller at 732-657-0751 or Ele Hansen at 732-350-2004.

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BERKELEY – The Berkeley branch is located at 30 Station Road in Bayville. Information about these events can be found online at theoceancountylibrary.org or by phone at 732-269-2144. Registration for the following is required unless otherwise specified. You can register by calling 732269-2144. April 18, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.: “Will it Waffle?” With a waffle iron and some creativity, you can make some amazing treats. This program is sponsored by the Curiosity Creates Grant from the American Library Association ALSC division. For ages 11 to 17. April 19, 10:30 a.m.: “Wild About Us! Stories and Craft” – Enjoy stories, move to the music and make a cool craft, it’s all about you. For ages 3 to 5 with caregiver. April 20, 6:30 p.m.: “Music and Movement.” Joan Seele-Goold leads music and rhythm activities for parent and child together. Class size is limited. For ages 1 to 5. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley branch. April 21, 4 to 5 p.m.: “Woof Tales: Read to a Dog.” Take turns reading to our therapy

dogs. All young readers welcome. April 25, 4 to 5 p.m.: “LEGO Club” – Use our LEGOs to build your own design. Display your LEGO creation in our showcase. Ages 6 to 12. April 26, 10:30 a.m.: “The True Story of the Three Little Pigs Puppet Show and Craft” – The Ocean County Library’s Puppet Show Players present the classic story told from the Wolf’s point of view. Stay afterwards to make a piggy craft. Ages 3 and up. April 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: “Mobile County Connection” – Ocean County’s mobile service bus offers passport applications, Ocean Ride information and more. Walk-in, no appointments needed. April 27, 10:30 a.m.: “Toddler Art: April Showers” – Make an April showers craft to bring on May’s flowers. For ages 12 to 36 months with caregiver. April 30, 10:30 a.m.: “Siesta Story Time and Craft” – Listen to Siesta, read in Spanish and English by Central Regional High School Spanish 3 students. Then, make a Hispanic craft. A Children’s Day/DIA Program for ages 4 to 7.

SeniorCise Exercise BEACHWOOD – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation will conduct a SeniorCise Exercise program. This is a gentle class is aimed to get moving in an easy gentle way. The class will be held on Tuesdays and Fridays, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. from May 17 to June 14, with no class on June 3. Session 3 will run from June 17 to July 12. The classes will be held at Jakes Branch County Park. The fee is $37 for the eight

fried potatoes. There will also be assorted juices, toast, biscuits and coffee. The price is $7.50 for adults and $3.50 for children under 12. The public is invited and active duty military personnel eat free. The gate to the Memorial Grounds will be open till 11 a.m.

Bingo Night At Holiday City BERKELEY – On May 7, Holiday City at Berkeley Clubhouse II is sponsoring a bingo night. In addition to the quick and special bingo games, there will be two 50/50 games for purchase. A maximum of six sheets per person for the 50/50. Tickets are advanced sales only, there are

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First Aid Squad’s Annual Yard Sale BERKELEY – On May 21, the Holiday Heights First Aid Squad Auxiliary will hold its Annual Yard Sale, rain or shine, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the First Aid Squad Building, 120 Prince Charles Dr., Toms River. Items for sale can be dropped off on May 17, 18 and 19 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the First Aid Squad Building. No fur-

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Church Announces Upcoming Seminars BAYVILLE – The Morning Star Presbyterian Church, located at 1 Morning Star Way, is holding the following upcoming seminars: May 16, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.: “Stop Smoking…Yes, You Can” – Want to save thousands of dollars a year? Who doesn’t? If you are a smoker and want to quit, this workshop may be the answer you are looking for. Utilizing hypnosis and other proven techniques by a Certified Hypnotist and Nationally Certified NLP Life Coach you can break this addiction. Donation: $45 if

TOMS RIVER – The Friends of the Ocean County Library will sponsor its Spring 2016 Mah Jongg tournament on April 20 at the Toms River branch, 101 Washington St. The cost is $40 per person. To register, complete the form on the library’s website and then send it, along with a check to the Friends of the Berkeley branch, to 30 Station Rd., Bayville, NJ 08721 or telephone Marie Goione 732-269-8210. Sign-up for the tournament begins at 8:30 a.m. in the library’s Mancini Hall. Play

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ommunity N ews Club News, Activities, Events & Announcements Holiday City South Women’s Club Events

BERKELEY – Holiday City South’s Women’s Club is hosting a trip on May 25 to the Sight and Sound Theater to see the show “Sampson.” The cost is $109 per person. The trip fee includes: bus trip, lunch at Shady Maple and the show. From May 30 to June 3, the club is hosting a trip to Woodloch Pines. The trip includes: five days, four nights, Motorcoach drop off and pick up, baggage handling, 11 meals, planned activities, entertainment nightly, a Broadway-style theme show, indoor and outdoor pools, Jacuzzi and sports complex. On June 8, the club will visit the Delaware Racetrack and Casino. This trip includes: bus trip, $30 back in Slot Play and lunch on your own at Cracker Barrel. Cost: $33 per person. On August 6, the club will host a Fish and Chicken Fry. The cost is $19 per person and includes: fish or chicken dinner, beer, soda, wine, cake and coffee. Music will be provided

by Pipers Alley. On September 14, the club will host a trip to the Taj Mahal Casino and a show. Cost is $70 per person and includes: bus trip, show “Barbara and Frank,” buffet lunch and $25 in Slot Play. On October 12, there will be a trip to the Resorts Casino and to see the show, “Andre and Cirrelo.” The cost is $45 per person and includes: bus trip, show, lunch at Gallager’s Steak House and $10 back in Slot Play. On November 30, the club will host a trip to the Radio City Music Hall, for the Christmas Spectacular Show, featuring the famous Rockettes. The cost is $115 per person and includes: bus trip, show and dinner. Watch for information, this trip will sell out quickly. Tickets are sold Friday mornings in the Auditorium. For information, call: Alice Patrizio at 732286-2751.

Men’s Club To Hold Trip

BERKELEY – The Holiday City Men’s Club will be holding a trip to the Tropicana Casino on May 24. The bus will leave the HCS parking lot at 9:15 a.m. and return from the casino at 4:30 p.m. The cost is $45 per person with a $25 slot

play and a food voucher at Carmine’s in return. Tickets are on sale Fridays between 9 and 11 a.m. in the HCS Auditorium. All are welcome. Reserve seats early. For further information, contact Joe Coakley at 732-281-3050.

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LAKEWOOD – A makeover of the FirstEnergy Park audio system, new concession items and the Chick-fil-A Fowl Poles highlight the upgrades and improvements fans will notice when they come to FirstEnergy Park this year. The BlueClaws opened their 2016 season in Lexington on April 14 with the home opener, presented by Jenkinson’s Boardwalk. The audio upgrade, which has been completed, means that the public-address system, including music, announcements and more, will be much clearer for fans from any location in the ballpark. “This was an upgrade that we are very excited to make,” said BlueClaws General Manager Chris Tafrow. “I think the fans will immediately notice the difference as soon as they walk through the gates. It will certainly complement the new video board installed last year.” Prior to the 2015 season, the BlueClaws added a brand-new, state-of-the-art, 54’ x 37’ video board, which is more than four times the square-footage of the previous video board. One new food item that fans can enjoy is pork roll deep-fried in funnel cake batter topped with chocolate syrup and whipped cream. “Pork Roll is a staple at the Jersey Shore and we wanted a new staple item for our fans,” said Mike Barry, the BlueClaws director of food and beverage. “We think this will be a great addition to the menu!” Fans can also enjoy thick-cut bacon dipped in chocolate then fried in funnel cake batter. Both the deep-fried bacon and pork roll are only available at the Funnel Cake Stand on the third base concourse. The BlueClaws added a pork roll, egg and cheeseburger last season - pork roll, eggs and a half-pound cheeseburger on a roll available on the concourse behind home plate. Crab cakes from Brandl’s of Belmar will now be available in the FirstEnergy Park concession stands. Charlie’s Pizza and Tuscan House will return to the Asbury Park Press Food Court down the right field line. Meatheads Subs will again have their truck on the first base concourse. The two ballpark foul poles are now “Fowl Poles,” thanks to Chick-fil-A. If any BlueC-

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Join The Pine Beach Clean-Up PINE BEACH – The Borough of Pine Beach will be doing a beach clean-up on April 23. Anyone interested in participating is asked

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BAYVILLE – The Central Regional High School Drama Club will present “Little Shop of Horrors” on April 29 and 30 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students and seniors.

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welcome all who want the comfort, support and healing that the meetings can give, regardless of religious belief or lack thereof. This is not to say that we are not spiritual. We are a faith based organization because we believe that faith is our strongest healing medicine.” Meetings are held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 130 Cable Ave, Beachwood on the second Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. The first meeting will be held on May 14. Visit the group Facebook page for more information including updates to meeting times. Call 732-269-3236 if you have any questions about the meetings.

Ocean County Coalition Warns Of Marijuana Dangers

OCEAN COUNTY – While many believe that marijuana is safe and not addictive, about one in six teens who use marijuana to get high become addicted, according to the Ocean County DART Prevention Coalition. In addition, Ocean County high school students expressed they are more likely to get into a car with someone under the influ-

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There’s plenty of ways to say you’re not feeling frisky enough for sex, however, using excuse after excuse could be a sign of bigger hormonal problems, which I can help you with today. Over 40 percent of adult women experience low libido, and I think that’s underreported. It’s those “blue diamonds” that men want, meaning Viagra. But they don’t often stop and think, “Does my girl want to do this too?” I mean, it looks so mutual in the commercials doesn’t it? But ladies, what if you don’t feel frisky and your man is revved up on Viagra? Ask yourself, do you take any medications? These can be a factor in crushing Cupid. Drugs that treat hypertension and depression can squash libido in a women in about two weeks flat. Estrogen medications namely birth control pills, patches and shots can do it too. Ironic as it sounds, these drugs damage you by reducing otherwise healthy levels of testosterone, the hormone which ignites libido in both men and women. As a pharmacist, I saw this time and time again … a woman taking birth control for six months and then suddenly there’s no interest in sex, and worse, she has to start thyroid medicine and/or antidepressants. It’s from the “drug mugger” effect on testosterone, as well as minerals that support thyroid and mood. This is a known fact. Everything I just said could be applied to estrogen-containing medications (creams, pills and patches) that are used for menopause. And menopause itself can make sex uncomfortable due to vaginal dryness. Another factor is pregnancy and breastfeeding. The surge in hormones during this

time in life can fluctuate drastically. One minute you are laughing and happy, the next minute you are a puddle of a mess in tears and want to curl up with a magazine instead of your man. Here’s how you can get your va-vavavoom back: DHEA – Improving levels of “the fountain of youth” hormone can help with libido by increasing testosterone levels. A study confirms that DHEA supplementation in peri- and postmenopausal women improved sexual function. Yoga – Only in women 45 years and older, after 12 weeks of yoga, participants noted significant improvement in the areas of desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasm, satisfaction and pain. Ashwagandha – This thyroid-loving herb also increases DHEA, which goes on to amplify your testosterone levels. The aphrodisiac effect usually requires a dosage somewhere between 100 to 500 mg/day. Dark Chocolate – My friend literally hides her chocolate in the freezer and takes a few bites in between tucking her kids in bed and tucking her hubby in next. Chocolate stimulates more dopamine a.k.a. “the love chemical.” Researchers who studied female libido concluded that women who consumed more dark chocolate enjoyed greater sexual satisfaction than women who did not eat chocolate. Mmm. Ladies, I will think nothing of it if I bump into you in the chocolate aisle, wearing a big hat, sunglasses and a black trench coat.

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Garden State Philharmonic wraps its 60th anniversary season at the Jersey Shore with a focus on Beethoven. The events focus on Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 and milestone human events in the composer’s life. The Garden State Philharmonic’s professional orchestra will close its season with Beethoven’s Ninth on May 22 at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Toms River. The Philharmonic is also hosting a onenight only showing of the documentary film “Following the Ninth: In the Footsteps of Beethoven’s Final Symphony” at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College on April 23. For tickets and program information, call 732-255-0460 or visit GardenStatePhilharmonic.org. The documentary film April 23 is a special event offered to elevate the depth of the experience for those attending the GSP’s live concert of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 in May. Written and directed by Kerry Candaele, the film follows the impact of Beethoven’s last symphony on people’s lives around the world. Filmed on five continents and in 12 countries, “Following the Ninth” is the story of four people whose lives have been transformed, repaired and healed by the 9th’s message: Alle Menschen werden Bruder (All People Are Connected). Admission to the April 23 movie showing is free to May 22 Beethoven’s Ninth ticket-holding patrons. For the documentary viewing by itself, it is a $5 per person donation.

Maestro Anthony LaGruth will facilitate an open audience discussion immediately following the film. On May 22 at 2:30 p.m. the Garden State Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra will host a live concert of Beethoven’s Ninth, or Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125. The orchestra is joined by the voices of the GSP community chorus. Completed in 1824, the symphony is considered by many to one of the best-known works in classical music and, among critics, one of Beethoven’s greatest works. The symphony was the first example of a major composer using voices in a symphony (thus making it a “choral” symphony). The words are sung during the final movement by four vocal soloists and a chorus. Lyrics were taken from the words of Ode to Joy, a poem written by Friedrich Schiller in 1785 and revised in 1803, with additions made by the composer. This special afternoon concert by the Garden State Philharmonic, under the direction of Anthony LaGruth, is at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church on Hooper Avenue in Toms River. Concert tickets range from $12 to $48, with pricing options for senior citizens, students and groups of 10 or more. St. Joseph’s Food Pantry will be the GSP’s charity pairing partner for this program supporting the GSP’s 60th anniversary theme of feeding your soul and the hungry with music. For tickets and program information about “Following the Ninth” in April, Beethoven’s Ninth in May and other upcoming events, call 732-255-0460 or visit GardenStatePhilharmonic.org.

United Way Of Ocean County Food Drive OCEAN COUNTY – The United Way of Ocean County will have a spring food drive throughout April. Residents and local businesses can support the food drive by donating non-perishable food items and dropping them off several locations: The United Way of Ocean County office located at 650 Washington Street in Toms River. Brick Township Town Hall, 401 Chambers Bridge Road. Ocean County College, Grunin Center for the Arts, College Drive, Toms River. Donations are accepted any time before

May 1. The United Way of Ocean County office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All donations that will be received will be helping the people in Ocean County. The food donations will be going to pantries such as Ocean County Hunger Relief, St. Francis Community Center in LBI and Emergency and Community Services of Catholic Charities in Lakewood. In addition to donating non-perishable food items, financial donations and gift cards to grocery stores are also accepted and needed. For more information or to view additional drop off locations, visit uwocnj.org.

“A Day On Broadway” Gift Auction LAKEWOOD – The Performing Arts Academy is hosting its Annual Gift Auction. The theme is “A Day on Broadway.” The gift auction will be held on May 22 from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Woodlake Country Club, 25 New Hampshire Ave. The admission ticket is $40. There will

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TOMS RIVER – The Holiday City Silverton Fishing Club will hold an indoor flea market on May 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood BlueClaws announced that tickets for the sixth annual Jersey Shore Wine Festival to be held at Lakewood’s FirstEnergy Park are now on sale. Tickets for the two-day wine festival, to be held June 11 and 12, will be available for purchase both in-person through the BlueClaws’ ticket counter at FirstEnergy Park as well as online through the BlueClaws’ official website at blueclaws.tix.milbstore.com. The Jersey Shore Wine Festival is an annual event featuring over 100 samplings from a variety of award-winning wineries from throughout the Garden State. This year’s participating wineries are CAVA Winery and Vineyard, Coda Rossa, DiMatteo Winery, Four Sisters Winery, Monroeville Vineyard and Winery, Plagido’s Winery, Sharrott Winery, Tomasello Winery,

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Master Gardeners To Hold Plant Sale OCEAN COUNTY – Join the Ocean County Master Gardeners for its annual “Let it Grow” plant sale on May 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The sale will be held at the Rutgers Agricultural Center located at 1623 Whitesville Road, Toms River. Everyone is welcome. Purchase locally grown annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs and shrubs to enhance your landscape and back yards. Free parking is available. The OCMG Horticultural Greenhouse Team is offering annuals, easy-care and unusual flowering plants that are drought resistant and long bloomers: Malabar Spinach, Abelmoschus “Okra Pink,” Lonicera “Major Wheeler,” Celosia “Dragon Breadth,” Digiplexis “Illumination Flame” and Abutilon

“Biltmore Ballgown.” This year’s specialty plant is the Hydrangea macrophylla “Pistachio,” a flowering deciduous shrub that grows about 3 feet tall and spreads 3 to 5 feet wide. Check out the locally grown greenhouse vegetables: over 20 varieties, including Rutgers heirloom 250 tomatoes, recently released. Herbs, fragrant and flavorful, originated near the Mediterranean Sea grow well in New Jersey whether in containers or small patches. The shrub team will have many plants available for color in your garden for spring, summer and fall. All proceeds help fund programs of the Ocean County Master Gardeners.

Office Of Senior Services OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Office of Senior Services, located at 1027 Hooper Ave., Toms River, serves as the focal point for services and information. Residents are encouraged to call 732-929-2091 or toll-free 877-222-3737 for information on available services and programs.

A representative from the Office of Senior Services also is available at the County Connection, the Ocean County government service outlet located at the Ocean County Mall, as well as some of the other Satellite Resource Centers. For more information, visit co.ocean.nj.us.

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TOMS RIVER – The 10th Annual Ocean County Librar y Student Film Festival will arrive with at 6 p.m. on April 23. The statewide event will showcase the best high school filmmakers in New Jersey. The winners of numerous film categories will be announced during the festival. The event will take place at the Toms River branch, 101 Washington St., and will feature a red carpet, awards and refreshments. Entries were received from 24 high schools throughout the state. Categories

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Alzheimer’s Disease and Physical Therapy By Elise Pavlick, DPT

WHAT IS ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting one in eight Americans over the age of 65. Dementia is a general term for a variety of conditions that develop as a result of malfunctioning nerve cells in the brain. Research has shown that individuals with Alzheimer’s disease tend to develop abnormal structures in the brain, called plaques and tangles, that block communication between nerve cells in the brain and body. Plaques build up in the spaces in between nerve cells, and consist of a protein called beta-amyloid. Tangles are described as a collection of twisted fibers made from a different protein, called tau, that develop inside nerve cells rather than in between them. Because the nerve cells are unable to work properly, individuals can experience a variety of cognitive, behavioral, and physical symptoms. Alzheimer’s disease is progressive, meaning that is worsens over time, and although there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, medication and physical activity can be helpful in slowing its progression.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS? The most common symptom of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease is difficulty remembering newly learned information. As we age, it is common to experience occasional memory loss or slowed thinking; however, serious memory difficulties and confusion are signs that the brain is not working exactly as it should. As the disease progresses, individuals tend to experience mood and behavior changes, increased confusion about time and place, disorientation, and difficulty responding to the demands in their environment. Physical symptoms accompany cognitive changes, particularly muscle disuse, difficulty walking, negotiating turns and obstacles, and loss of balance.

HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP? The physical symptoms mentioned above ultimately increase an individual’s risk of falling, which can possibly lead to serious injury. Research has shown the importance of physical activity for overall well-being. During a physical therapy evaluation, a licensed physical therapist evaluates various components of the body in order to determine impairments that may be contributing to a patient’s symptoms. From there, an individualized exercise program is

created to meet the specific needs of each patient. A supervised exercise program, with the goal of increasing muscle strength and improving balance, will ultimately lead to improved safety awareness and decrease a patient’s fall risk. The following are important aspects that are addressed in each exercise program, as deemed appropriate by a physical therapist: - Strength and Flexibility As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, individuals tend to become more sedentary, which leads to muscles becoming weak and tight. This is predominantly true for the muscles of the hips and legs. The lower extremity muscles are very important for standing and walking, so as they become weak, it becomes particularly difficult to perform daily tasks and ambulate, or walk around. Physical therapy can help break this cycle by developing a safe strengthening and flexibility program to improve muscle performance. As an individual’s strength starts to improve, exercises may be altered or advanced to further maximize strength gains. - Gait Training In addition to developing an exercise program, a physical therapist will evaluate and determine the most appropriate assistive device for each patient in order to provide safe ambulation. The most common assistive devices are rolling walkers, single point canes, and quad canes. The physical therapist will educate and train the patient on how to correctly use his/her assistive device during ambulation. If unsafe ambulation is identified during the initial evaluation, subsequent treatment sessions will consist of gait training, in order to maximize safety awareness. As quality of gait improves, the patient will be challenged to negotiate obstacles and ambulate on various surfaces, in order to simulate real life situations. Continued practice will eventually lead to improved safety awareness during community ambulation and while performing daily tasks. - Balance Along with safe ambulation, balance is by far one of the most important aspects of minimizing an individual’s fall risk. Balance can be divided into two components: static and dynamic. Static balance refers to an individual’s ability to maintain balance while in a still position, whether that be while seated or standing. Dynamic balance refers to maintaining balance while moving. Both static and dynamic balance are addressed during physical therapy by

simulating tasks that individual’s experience in their daily lives. These tasks include reaching, stepping onto and off of various pliable surfaces, and negotiating obstacles while walking. This is a great opportunity to not only challenge balance, but also memory, as the patient will need to follow directions and remember multi-step commands. By challenging balance in various ways, the body is better able to adapt and learn how to respond safely and appropriately during real life situations.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU FINISH PHYSICAL THERAPY? All of the factors addressed during physical therapy work together to improve overall function and safety. Once an individual has achieved his/her goals and is ready to be discharged, the physical therapist will provide the patient with a home exercise program so that the gains made during physical therapy can be maintained. Physical therapy can provide the tools for success, however it is up to the individual to use the information he/she has learned to continue to maximize safety and functional mobility!

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket. Your financial outlook may seem to be on the upswing but you still cannot afford to be wasteful. Study your options carefully in the week ahead and reevaluate existing investments. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Rock the romance. In the upcoming week you may be more outgoing about expressing your affection. You may be preoccupied by fancies and fantasies and miss the facts when your wallet is concerned. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You can swim with the dolphins or fly with the eagles. Don’t let family members or a situation at home limit your freedom during the week to come. Wishful thinking is only worthwhile when wishes come true. CANCER (June 21-July 22): This week you will find that the pen is truly mightier than the sword. You’ll find the words that will help you get your way with ease. You can talk your way through any situation. Friends may add fuel to your fire. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Use a magnifying glass to read the fine print. You could achieve a higher level of intimacy with a loved one during the week ahead, but your tendency to see what you want to see could cause you to lose money. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Speak your mind. Tell everybody exactly how you feel. During the week to come, when pressed for an opinion, don’t be concerned with sparing someone’s feelings; give your complete and honest view of a situation. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Sail the salty

seas of imagination. Throw caution to the wind and explore your adventurous side in the week ahead. Vision and enthusiasm can lead to great ideas and could yield vast benefits for your future. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The little things mean a lot. You may win recognition this week if you go out of your way to be kind to someone. You’ll help someone far more by telling them the truth rather than letting build up with false hopes. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Take your medicine. Sometimes it isn’t whether you receive a winning hand but if you can play a bad hand well. Make it your business to accept your lessons with good grace during the week to come. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t be so practical that you forget to be pertinent. Be generous with those around you this week. Generosity isn’t always about money. A kind word, a pat on the back or a smile works. A positive attitude is contagious. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t shake the tree unless you can predict what will fall out. You may have an urge to shake things up this week by trying something different or making a drastic change. Explain your reasoning to loved ones. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Communication is the key to success. Engage in stimulating conversations to gain insights and intimate details that will bring you closer to a valuable goal. Keep your promises and charm your way to the top this week. (c) 2016 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentoring Works Gala OCEAN COUNTY – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County (BBBSOC) will hold its Annual Gala on April 16 from 6 to 11 p.m. at Eagle Ridge Golf Club, 2 Augusta Blvd., Lakewood. Tickets are $150 per person. From 6 to 7 p.m. there will be cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres. At 7 p.m. dinner will be served and the awards will start. The event includes an open bar, silent auction, 50/50 and music by Silk and Steel. The evening’s award recipients include: The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation, which is scheduled to receive the President’s Award, and Jersey Coast Appliance, which is scheduled to receive the Corporate Partner Award. Gale Wayman will be honored with the Community Partner Award; and Paul Barlo will receive the Dr. Kenneth M. Kerr Humanitarian Award. BBBSOC will also recognize the Agency’s Big Brother and Big Sister of the year for their outstanding commitment to their Littles and

for their support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County provides life-changing mentoring programs to over 500 children throughout Ocean County. For those children that participate in the program the impact is significant. Through one-to-one mentoring, BBBSOC builds a foundation for the futures of these children and of our community. CEO Sue Sedivec said, “This year’s honorees have demonstrated sincere dedication and commitment to our agency and to the children that we serve helping us to change children’s lives for the better, forever. We are very pleased to be able to honor The Jay and Linda Grunin Foundation, Jersey Coast Appliance, Gale Wayman, Paul Barlo and our Big Brother and Big Sister of the Year, for their continued of support.” For more information, to purchase tickets or be a sponsor, call 732-505-3400 or visit bbbsoc.org.

All You Can Eat Beefsteak Dinner And Dance

BERKELEY – Holiday City at Berkeley will hold an “All You Can Eat Beefsteak Dinner and Dance” on April 23 in Clubhouse II on Port Royal Dr. The event will run from 6 to 10 p.m. The dinner includes: salad, filet mignon, French fries, ice cream sundae,

beer, wine, soda, coffee or tea. The food will be catered by Nightingale Caterers. Music will be provided by Wild Rose. Tickets cost $29 per person and are sold on the first and third Tuesday in Clubhouse I from 11 a.m. to noon. Call Pat at 732-557-4472 or Lynn at 732-557-5573.

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Simplicity Is The Key To Cooking A World-Famous Pasta Dish By Wolfgang Puck

It always delights me how some of the world’s greatest recipes are also the simplest. Start with just a few high-quality ingredients, cook them in a way that highlights their natural qualities and serve them with just a little imagination, and it’s very possible that the result will be something that everyone finds amazing. Take, for example, the widely loved pasta dish fettuccine Alfredo. The dish has been around, at least in name, for over a hundred years. It was originally invented by a Roman restaurateur named Alfredo di Lelio for a place his mother owned; and he then went on to open his own ristorante Alfredo in 1914. Word spread of the amazing dish, and soon the popular recipe spread to other restaurants, too, as more and more people tasted it and talked about it. Yet, such a fundamental pasta dish couldn’t have come about spontaneously like that. In fact, you can find the recipe’s humbler ancestry stretching back hundreds of years to dishes of pasta tossed with butter or cream and Parmesan. Many people, myself included, sometimes like to make themselves quick pasta dishes just that way, tossing the hot cooked noodles with butter and then adding lots of freshly grated cheese. The Alfredo version simply amps up the richness. When you’re preparing something with so few ingredients, it’s important to pay attention to the small details. That starts with the ingredients themselves. Though many people say the recipe is best with fresh pasta, I think too many people overcook fresh noodles, so I recommend using dried pasta instead. Beyond that, timing is also impor tant. Have the cream heated and ready when you boil the pasta. Quickly whisk the beaten egg yolks, which helps thicken the sauce, into the hot cream so they won’t curdle; then add the pasta as soon as it’s drained, tossing the noodles continuously to keep them separate and coat them all. I also make sure to reserve some of the cooking water when I drain the pasta, having it ready to stir in if the sauce gets too thick. Some fresh herbs - plus extra Parmesan, of course - are all the garnish you need. And there you have it! A handful of

ingredients, no more than about 15 minutes of cooking time and a dish everyone you serve it to will rave about. Great cooking just doesn’t get any easier. FETTUCCINE ALFREDO Serves 4 2 cups (500 mL) heavy cream Kosher salt 3/4 pound (380 g) dried fettuccine Freshly ground black pepper 4 large cage-free egg yolks, lightly beaten 3/4 cup (185 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving Chopped fresh chives, for garnish Chopped fresh Italian parsley, for garnish Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. When the water is coming to a boil, put the cream in a large saute pan. Bring the cream to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally with a wire whisk. Reduce the heat to its lowest setting. As soon as the water comes to a full rolling boil, add some salt. Add the dried fettuccine to the boiling water and cook until al dente, tender but still slightly chewy, following the manufacturer’s suggested cooking time. With a heatproof glass measu r ing cup, caref ully scoop up and reserve some of the cooking water. Drain the pasta in a colander and bring it close to the pan of cream. Turn off the heat under the cream and season generously with freshly ground black pepper and a little salt. While whisking constantly, add the beaten egg yolks. Immediately add the drained fettuccine, still dripping, and the 3/4 cup (185 mL) grated Parmesan. With tongs, gently turn the pasta until the sauce thickens and coats all the strands, 30 seconds to 1 minute. If the sauce seems to be getting too thick too quickly, stir in some of the reserved cooking water. Stir in a little more Parmesan and black pepper to taste. Serve the pasta as soon as it is coated with the sauce. Using a long two-pronged fork or tongs, twirl up portions of the fettuccine and arrange them on heated serving plates. Top with f reshly g rated Parmesan, then garnish with chives and parsley. 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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