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After Rescuing Baby From Overturned Vehicle, Good Samaritan Crowned As Hero
–Photos by Catherine Galioto William Copes, at right and above holds Sussie Eisdorfer, the baby he helped rescue from an overturned vehicle in a fatal one-car accident. He is surrounded by the child’s father David Eisdorfer and township police and elected officials, who honored him in a special ceremony April 12. By Catherine Galioto TOMS RIVER – He dove into an overturned smoldering vehicle in an attempt to rescue the driver, but found a baby had also been trapped. Quickly cutting through the safety straps, he freed the child and ran toward ambulance with the baby in his arms.
William Copes, of Lakewood, received a Good Samaritan award for his efforts March 5, after a one-car tragic accident on New Hampshire Avenue took the life of its driver, Leia Eisdorfer. During the council presentation, Copes received a standing ovation, before Police
Chief Mitch Little, mayor and council, and the family of the victims shared their poignant thanks in a heart-wrenching ceremony. Copes held a proclamation, glass award, and letter of thanks, and humbly said he was just doing that day what anyone would do (Hero - See Page 4)
Chabad Issue On Hold Pending Lawsuit
By Catherine Galioto TOMS RIVER – After being rescheduled several times, the zoning board application for the Chabad on Church Road is now dismissed, because the applicant has filed a lawsuit against the board. A special zoning board meeting to be held this week was cancelled, and the application dismissed without prejudice, pending the disposition of the lawsuit filed in federal court. The Chabad application drew large crowds
requiring a special meeting in a setting large enough to accommodate them. The Toms River High School North auditorium fits approximately 1,250 attendees and was nearly standing-room only at the first meeting of the Chabad before the zoning board, in December. At issue is whether the Chabad of Toms River needs a use variance to operate out of a home on Church Road. Rabbi Moshe Gourarie, the founder of the Chabad, lives there and he testified
before the zoning board in December that there is a class of five to seven young children who meet to learn at his home once a week for about two hours, but that it is not a school operation. Gourarie said there are religious study groups and prayer events weekly, mostly attended by adults in their 60s and 70s. The group is heavily engaged in charitable efforts and its mission is to share the principles of Judaism for those who want to learn (Chabad - See Page 4)
Bey Lea Course Changes Irk Golfers
By Catherine Galioto TOMS RIVER – A move that would change options and raise fees at Bey Lea municipal golf course brought out a crowd of golfers to the council meeting to oppose a plan that the recreation director said was proposed to help make the golf course more sustainable. But with opposition to eliminating the option to golf the back nine holes resulting in about an hour of public comments and multiple emails to local officials, the council decided to table the ordinance and hear further from both sides. Councilman Jeffrey Carr, himself a golfer, said he would volunteer to coordinate the discussion between the golf administration, the township recreation committee and golfers who use the course, to come up with a plan. Township Recreation Director Jared Tate presented the changes as the hearing opened on the ordinance. Changes include: • Raising all greens fees by $2, across the board. Tate said this could result in $65,000 more annual revenue for the golf course, a self-liquidating utility for the township. The last fee increase was 2011. • Increasing electric cart rental prices by $2. The most controversial change out of the discussion was eliminating the price category of nine-hole play. Tate said the front nine could be played but the fee would be identical to the 18-hole price. There would still be the option to rent an electric golf cart for nine holes at a price discounted off the 18-hole rental. At issue, the golfers said at the public hearing, are matters of affordability and accessibility, for such folks as seniors, those on a fixed income, or the disabled, who might have trouble completing all 18 holes or paying the higher cost for the full course. Keeping the back nine provides an option for those people, they said. Tate said the golf course sees about $8,000 in annual revenue in fees for nine-hole play, and that regular golfers – those who golf
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for a fellow human being. After the poignant presentation concluded, Copes asked to hold what Mayor Tom Kelaher said was the true reward, taking six-month-old Sussie back into his arms, surrounded by his family, officials and the family of the Eisdorfers. Father David Eisdorfer said anything he could offer was but a small token of thanks for the impact Copes’ actions had. “Words could never describe the gratitude I have for your selflessness. You risked your life to save another. ‘The soul of man is God’s candle,’ that is from Proverbs. Thank you for saving my world. Whoever saves a life, it’s as if he saved an entire world,” he said, before embracing Copes in thanks to more standing ovation. “The fact is Mr. Copes actually put himself in harm’s way, as he had cuts all over himself, his arms, when I arrived on the scene that day, from crawling through that car,”
said Police Chief Mitch Little. “Citizens do remarkable things.” Council President Brian Kubiel said that Copes acted quickly, armed only with a small knife to free the child. “As a first responder we deal with this day in and day out, and we have specialized equipment to do this,” Kubiel said. “For a civilian to do this, it is amazing what you did. Here is a proclamation to honor what you did, in saving this child’s life.” While 28-year old Leia Eisdorfer of Toms River, the mother driving the vehicle, died as a result of the accident on New Hampshire Avenue, baby Sussie saw minor bruises. The baby recovered and was cooing from behind her carriage and pink outfit during the council ceremony April 12. “I would just hope, you know, if anybody else came into a situation like that, they would do the same thing – you know, to help another human being,” Copes said. He thanked his family and supporters for attending the ceremony, and the township for the award.
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more, he said. The Chabad is applying for a use variance for these activities. The home is zoned residential. The lawsuit was filed March 22, seeking to overturn the zoning board’s December decision that the Chabad should apply for a use variance. The lawsuit, filed by Roman Storzer of Storzer & Greene of New York, in conjunction with Christopher Costa of Kenny Chase & Costa, claims that the town violated the Chabad Center’s freedom of religion and equal protection rights by denying it the right to operate as a religious center in a residential zone. Specifically, the lawsuit claims the 14th Amendment guarantee of equal protection under the law. It also alleges violations of the federal Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act and the Fair Housing Act.
The lawsuit also claims the township has “systematically discriminated” against religious groups such as his, since 2009, when it changed the zoning of Gourarie’s section of Church Road to prohibit churches from operating there. The plaintiff has experienced “significant anti-Semitic hostility by Defendants and the local community and directly contrary to state law, the Township and Board have prohibited the Plaintiffs’ use of the Property as a clergy residence,” the lawsuit states. Citing social media and petition comments from the public using inflammatory and anti-Semitic language, the lawsuit also mentions recent graffiti at a township park. The case has become a controversial one in town, with residents from a nearby road retaining Sonny Liston as an opposition attorney to represent their concerns over parking, traffic and quality of life. Other opposition includes a widespread petition that has garnered several thousand signatures.
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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 Library 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.
Letters To The Editor National Library Week 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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From The Desk Of The Township Council - Ward 1 Councilwoman Maria L. Maruca
Readying Beach Communities For Summer
Maria L. Maruca TOMS RIVER – With t he u nof f icia l st a r t t o summer around the c o r n e r, o u r Tow n s h i p D e p a r t m e n t of P u bl ic Works and Parks, Buildings and Grounds crews will soon be getting our private beachfront communities that have signed easements ready for the season. This will include opening ent rance ways which were closed off for the winter to protect the dunes, removing and re-
locating snow fences and overall beach cleaning, maintenance and groomi n g . A l l of t h i s wo r k will take place prior to Memorial Day. Af ter the Januar y nor’easter, the Township worked im mediately to replenish and repair the dunes on the barrier island. We received a letter from the state that they will f ully f und our estimated additional sand cost and provide up to t h e $721,0 0 0 r e q u e s te d r e i m b u r s e m e n t fo r emergency beach repair. Fortunately, we have not had any major storms to contend with since that
nor’easter. Du r ing that stor m, ou r du ne wal kovers were also severely damaged. The governing body is author izing an aw a r d of c o n t r a c t fo r the 2016 dune walkover repair project at our next Council meeting. Specifications require completion by May 27. In addition, non-storm d a mage d r ai n pipe re placement is under desig n i n O r t le y B e a ch , along with other water and gas main upgrades. The Department of Public Works and Engineering have been working with New Jersey Nat ural Gas to repair utility
t r e n c h e s i n S a n d y- a ffected areas on the barrier island. The project includes NJ NG rebuilding their infrastr ucture t o p r ov i d e s e r v i c e t o newly const r ucted and reconstructed properties with utility work underneath our roadways. This will help minimize the need to excavate the new pavement on the barrier island in the future. T he De pa r t me nt of Recreation has completed hiring for beach ba d ge che cke r s , s e c u r it y and badge sellers. They continue to accept appl icat ion s f rom ce rtif ied lifeg uards at the
Recreation Office, 1810 Warren Point Road. We ant icipate havi ng ou r south lifeg uard st ation and public restroom open by Memorial Day. Beach badges for Ortley Beach and Shelter Cove a r e c u r r e nt ly o n s a le. Seasonal beach badges are $35 and $15 for seniors (must show proof of age). Badges can be purchased at the Recreation Administration Office or the Toms R iver Senior Center on Garf ield Avenue, Mond ay t h roug h Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. New this year, beach fees are waived for all active U.S. milit ar y, milit ar y
reser vists and militar y retirees, their spouses or civil union partners and dependent children. You must present a valid military identification card. Finally, the Township gover ning body continu e s t o wo r k w i t h t h e NJDEP and state Attorney General’s off ice to a sse ss t he prog re ss of the federal Army Corps of Eng i ne e r s du ne re plenishment project. We remain in constant commu n icat ion w it h t he se agencies in securing the remaining easements to ensure this vital project gets star ted as soon as possible.
Capitol Comments 10th Legislative District - Serving Toms River
Senator Jim Holzapfel
Assemblyman David Wolfe
Assemblyman Gregory McGuckin
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Legislators Oppose New Jersey Natural Gas Proposed Rate Increase
NEW JERESY – In response to the recent proposal for a New Jersey Natural Gas rate hike and pipeline, the legislators at the 10th District have called on the Board of Public Utilities to oppose this increase to its customers. Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Dave
Wolfe and Greg McGuckin write to BPU President Richard Mroz expressing their concer ns over the crippling effects this increase will have on their constituents, particularly senior citizens: “We write to you today to express our opposition to the proposed 24 per-
cent rate increase by New Jersey Natural Gas. Many of the constituents in our district, senior citizens in particular, live on fixed incomes and this proposed rate hike will create another unnecessary financial burden for those struggling to make ends meet. We also oppose the proposal to
raise the customer service charge by 118 percent. This increase is not based on usage thus taking away and drastically limiting the customer’s ability to control the cost of their bill. “As a utility company, it is the utility’s job to maintain and provide adequate and safe service for its custom-
ers. This includes investing in infrastructure like the pipeline connecting to Manchester utility’s system without shifting that burden to the ratepayer. “Once again, I respectfully request that the BPU address these concerns and oppose this rate increase for New Jersey Natural
Legislators Lauded By Conservative Foundation NEW JERSEY – Two taxpayer advocacy organizations have lauded Assemblymen Dave Wolfe and Greg McGuckin, both R-Ocean, for their efforts in protecting New Jersey taxpayers by voting for pro taxpayer legislation and
bills that reflect conservative principles. Wolfe and McGuckin were named “Taxpayer Defenders” by Americans for Prosperity (AFP) for their pro-taxpayer votes on dozens of critical bills in the New Jersey Assembly. The
American Conser vative Union Foundation also recognized the 10th Legislative District lawmakers for their work in supporting bills that ref lect conservative principles. “It’s extremely difficult for families to make ends meet
because New Jersey has become so unaffordable,” said Wolfe. “For years, our taxpayers have been used as piggy banks. Greg and I understand the negative effect this has had on our residents and economy. Our priority has always been to
reduce the cost and size of government and we will continue those efforts.” “We are committed to opposing measures that drive up the cost of government and burden taxpayers with higher tax bills,” said McGuckin. “We have made it
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Gas customers. This is a troubling issue for our residents and we look forward to working with you to achieve an equitable outcome for all involved. Please contact our district office at 732-840-9028 to schedule a meeting and discuss this matter further.”
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10th LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT Senator
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– Photo courtesy Toms River Elks 1875 TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Elks 1875 has announced the new officers for the 2016-2017 year. From left to right: Organist Ken Salerno; One year Trustee Dave Fitzgerald; Treasurer, Kathy Jawaorski; Three year Trustee: Dennis DeMey; Esquire Al Perez; Two year Trustee Karen Thomas; Secretary, Eileen Coyne; Chaplain Jeff Secord; Exalted Ruler Norvella Pug Lightbody; Lecturing Knight Sean Fitzgerald; Four Year Trustee Scott Golenbeski; Loyal Knight Ernie Thomas; Inner Guard, Greg Mergogey; Five year Trustee Casey Coyne; Leading Knight Mike Paris and Tiler Elizabeth Lightbody-Cimer.
Library Friends To Host Mah Jongg Tournament
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 at 732-269-8210. Sign-up for the tournament begins at 8:30 a.m. in the library’s Mancini Hall. Play
promptly begins at 9:30 a.m. The tournament will end at 4 p.m. A continental breakfast will be served before the tournament begins. Lunch will be served at noon. There will be free, all-day parking available at the Ocean County Parking Garage, a fourblock walk from the library. A shuttle will be provided between the garage and the library between 8 to 8:30 a.m. and 4 to 4:30 p.m. Maps, directions and shuttle details are available at theoceancountylibrary.org.
Running Club To Host 5K & Fun Run
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean Running Club is holding the Pine Beach 5K and One Mile Fun Run on June 26. Start time for the One Mile Run is 8 a.m. and the 5K start is 8:30 a.m. This is a beautiful course runs along Toms River and through the quaint Borough of Pine Beach. The start and finish will be at Vista Park with light refreshments and awards after the 5K run. Ocean Running Club is putting on this run
with the proceeds going to the ORC Scholarship Fund for local high school students. Pre-registration before May 29 is $25 for the 5K and $15 for the One Mile. On race day cost the is $30 and $20 respectively. Awards for the 5K are top three overall and top three in five year age groups. Beachwood Bicycle has graciously donated a new road bike to one lucky runner. Registration is open at oceanrunningclub.org or raceforum.com.
20th Annual Food Frolic & Gift Auction
TOMS RIVER – The Order of the Evergreen is holding its 20th Annual Food Frolic and Gift Auction on May 13 at St Barbara’s Orthodox Church on Church Road. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes tickets for chances to win grocery bags of food, door prizes and a finger food buffet, including desserts. Several tiered levels of prizes, grand prize raffles and a 50/50 will
also be available. To reserve a table or buy individual tickets, call 732-349-4499 and leave a message for CY. You can also stop by the Girl Scout Council, 1405 Old Freehold Road, and buy the tickets there. Proceeds from this event will benefit Girl Scout programs, troops, camperships and scholarships for the girls event.
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Department of Education. The program, located at the OCVTS Toms River Center, has a very competitive admissions process and class sizes are limited. It is the largest vocational technical-based nursing program in New Jersey. Forty percent of the program is devoted to classroom theory and laboratory. The remaining time is devoted to clinical experience, a vital part of training. OCVTS has established agreements with over a dozen local hospitals and health care facilities that provide valuable opportunities for students to gain experience and apply classroom theory. The clinical rotations also provide networking opportunities for employment after graduation. For more information about the Practical Nursing program at OCVTS, visit ocvts.org or call 732-473-3100 extension 3137.
Small Business Administration Loans Seminar
TOMS RIVER – Are you ready to start your own business? Are you planning to grow and expand your own business? Small Business Administration’s Lender Relations and Economic Development Specialist, Sheryl Paynter, will be at the Toms River branch on April 28 at 7 p.m. to provide individuals who are in business or thinking of starting a business with information on business loans and technical assistance programs offered by the SBA.
By attending this seminar, you can learn about SBA’s 7(a) Guaranty Loan program, the MicroLoan program, the 504 Fixed Asset Loan program and, the most popular of all of SBA’s loan programs, SBAExpress. This program is free and open to the public. Registration for the program is currently open. Register in-person, by telephone 732-349-6200 or online at theoceancountylibrary.org under calendar of events.
Night Of The Stars At Jakes Branch
BEACHWOOD – Spend the night under the stars and up on the five-story observation tower overlooking the Pinelands with A.S.T.R.A. (Astronomical Society of the Toms River Area). If you’re a budding astronomer or a stargazer, this night is for you. Volunteer members of the club will be on-site to share their outof-this world knowledge and answer your questions about the great unknown. They will have telescopes to use, but if you
have your own telescope, feel free to bring it along. The club members will be happy to give you pointers on how to find the planets and locate constellations. No registration required. The free event is held at the Nature Center, Jakes Branch County Park. Events are 8 to 10 p.m. on April 16 and 9 to 11 p.m. on May 14 and June 11. For more information, visit co.ocean.nj.us/ OCParks/.
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New Additions To BlueClaws Games' Amenities
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 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 BlueClaws player hits a home run off either
of the two Fowl Poles, every fan in the ballpark will be able to bring their ticket to the Chick-fil-A locations in Monmouth Mall, Freehold Raceway Mall, Brick or Howell for a free Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich. There is also a new Wednesday promotion presented by Appliance Brokers Limited. The promotion takes place at the five BlueClaws Wednesday night games April 20, June 15, August 17, 24 and 31. If the BlueClaws hit a walk-off home run at any of those five games, one fan wins a $10,000 ABL shopping spree. There will be additional prizes throughout the night from various BlueClaws partners, and one fan will walk home with a highend appliance courtesy of ABL and their five vendors – Whirlpool, Sub-Zero Wolf, Bosch, Samsung and Electrolux/Frigidaire. Additional prizes will come from on-field actions and a scoreboard prize wheel. Fans can now get single-game tickets to the new Diamond Deck on the Luxury Suite Level. Diamond Deck seats are exclusive stadium-style seats that overlook the field from Suite Level adjacent to the Press Box. Seating each night in the Diamond Deck includes wait service, access to the Upstairs Club bar and a second-level panoramic view of the game. Multi-game and season ticket packages are also available. One on-field change that fans will notice is the removal of the “home run line” atop the chain-link fences above the padded outfield walls. In previous years, for a ball to be a home run, it would need to clear both the eight foot padded wall and four foot chain link fence. Beginning this year, any ball off the chain link fence is a home run, so a ball only needs to clear the eight foot padded wall. Tickets to all BlueClaws home games, as well as ticket packages and group outings, are currently on sale for the 2016 season. Call 732-901-7000 option 2 for the box office or option 3 for ticket plans and group outings, or log on to BlueClaws.com. 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.
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Registration Open For Police Youth Camp
TOMS RIVER – Chief Mitchell Little will be conduct the second annual Toms River Police Youth Camp. This event is a way for the police department to give back to the community and give the children of Toms River an inside look at law enforcement. Eligible participants must be Toms River residents and enrolled in sixth, seventh and eighth grades. Participants will get to ride in police cars, utilize specialized police equipment, learn self-defense tactics and physical agility. They will also have exposure to the motorcycle unit, EMS ambulance, SWAT team, fire suppression
vehicles, obstacle course as well as a field trip to the Ortley Beach Lifeguard station. The camp is free; however, each participant must provide their own lunch, drinks and appropriate clothing for the week, shorts and white tee shirt. Campers must be a Toms River resident. The selection process will be based on teacher recommendations and an essay written by the campers. Applications can be picked up at police headquarters and are available now. The application deadline is May 15. Direct all questions to pslaven@trpolice. org. Phone inquiries will not be returned.
“Ocean Frontiers II” Screening
TOMS RIVER – Join the American Littoral Society on May 2 at 6 p.m. for free screenings of the documentary “Ocean Frontiers II” at the Ocean County Library, located at 2 Washington St. The film will be followed by panel discussions on regional ocean planning and how we can help sustain the ocean environment, marine livelihoods and coastal cultures in our increasingly busy Mid-Atlantic waters. The documentary examines how New England, a region steeped in maritime tradition, came to terms with the modern wave of big ships, energy industries and changing climate that are testing the lim-
its of an already crowded sea. The region pioneered far-sighted planning, using science, modern planning tools and an understanding that old residents and new must come together to keep their ocean and livelihoods alive. A panel discussion will follow the screenings. The panels will feature Tim Dillingham, executive director of the American Littoral Society and others. R.S.V.P. for the Tom’s River showing at bit.ly/RSVP-TomsRiver. An additional screening will be held on May 19 at 6 p.m. at the Maris Stella Conference Center, Harvey Cedars.
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Ocean County College Jazz Band TOMS RIVER – Students under the direction of music professor, Dave Marowitz, will perform at the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington St., on May 24, beginning at 7 p.m. The students will perform music ranging from vocal styles and repertoire of Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, the urban blues of Jimmy Bassett, as well as soul jazz, jazzrock/fusion and a contemporary rendition of
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Recovery International Meeting Schedule
TOMS RIVER – Recovery International is a self-help mental health group that meets every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Room 6 at the Presbyterian Church of Toms River, 1070 Hooper Ave. This group offers understanding and support
for those who suffer from stress and tension, anxiety, panic, worry, anger, fears, sleep problems, depression, fatigue, feelings of helplessness, panic attacks and other emotional problems. For more information, call 732-557-5466.
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TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Police Department has partnered with Public Safety Corporation to administer its alarm reduction program. Under Chapter 159 of the local code, all homeowners and businesses are required to register all alarm systems. Law enforcement personnel respond
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– Photo courtesy American Legion Pictured, from left, State Commander Mike Babli, Bill Palme and Ocean County Commander Robert Newell, state project chair. OCEAN COUNTY – Toms River American Legion Post 129 played host to State Commander Mike Babli’s Official visit to Ocean County on March 29. At the meeting, Babli explained the elements of his four phase state project to aid homeless veterans at Veterans Haven North and South, and the families of those being interred at the BG William C. Doyle Cemetery, Arneytown. The estimated cost of the project is $120,000. One hundred percent of every dollar donated is used for the project; none of the money is used for overhead, salaries or expenses. At the meeting, the county committee, auxiliary county committee and various posts made donations to the project totaling about $11,000. The goal of the first two phases of the project is to provide passenger vans for Veterans Haven North in Glen Gardner and Veterans Haven South in Winslow Township. The Veterans Haven facilities, operated by the NJ Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs, offer a haven for homeless veterans. The goal is to ensure that homeless veterans are treated and cared for in a dignified, compassionate and professional manner so as to reach an optimal level of independence, and aid them in re-acquiring the life skills and ability to live in the community while maintaining their self-sufficiency, dignity and honor. Veterans Haven North operates two distinct programs: one is a transitional housing program and the second is an emergency shelter and treatment program, known as SHIELD, a 90 to 180 day housing program designed to assist veterans in stabilizing healthcare and financial concerns that have contributed to homelessness, and in entering supportive or permanent housing. The transitional housing program at both locations lasts two years, offering the veterans support and training to help in securing permanent employment and housing. The vans will be used to transport veterans
from each of the facilities to VA Medical Centers, appointments, job interviews and employment opportunities. Another part of the project will provide a state-of-the-art security camera system at Veterans Haven South to ensure that only authorized personnel have access. The final part of the project will provide a mini-van for use at the Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery to transport the Honor Guard and families of deceased veterans to the committal shelter or gravesite for the ceremony. Dedicated on May 30, 1986, the cemetery is New Jersey’s only state-operated veterans’ cemetery. It covers 225 acres and was designed to accommodate 154,000 veterans and their family members. Approximately 15 burials occur each business day and the cemetery is visited by thousands of people each year. Donations are tax deductible and may be sent to The American Legion, Dept. of NJ, 135 West Hanover St., Trenton, NJ 08618.
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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation w i l l c onduct new D og g ie Cla s se s. “Snuff le Mat Workshop” will help you and your pup explore exercise while using a mat for stimulation to keep them occupied. No dogs in this class. This will be held on April 21, 7 to 8p.m. at Endless Pawsibilities, 1594 Lakewood Rd. Unit 15. The program number is 123466-6D. To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to: Ocean Cou nt y Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Provide name, address and day time telephone number, along with program number when registering. To receive more infor mation or to receive a Parks and Recreation Newsle t t e r c a l l 877- O C PA R K S or v i sit oceancountyparks.org.
Swinging Saturday: The Jersey Shore Roustabouts
TOMS RIVER – On April 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. a world-famous music group will perform at the Toms River Library. After their memorable performances in Atlantic City, the historic Strand Theater and Lead East 2015, The Jersey Shore Roustabouts now have listeners all throughout the country and around the world dancing to the “The New Jersey Bop.” The music featured in their Retro Rock ‘n’ Roll Show includes tunes from the Golden Era including Elvis Presley, Dion and the Belmonts, Bill Haley and the Comets, Jay and the Americans, Frankie Valli and other rock ‘n’ roll pioneers. It is a big show with a big band and a big sound.
X-Treme Action Cheer To Hold Fundraiser
LAKEHURST – The X-Treme Action Cheer group, a non-profit 501(3)c organization, is holding a Vendor and Craft Show on April 30 at the Lakehurst Community Center, 207 Center St. from noon to 5 p.m. There will be a variety of vendors and crafters with plenty to offer you or that special someone. The cheer group will be having a bake sale as well. The funds raised are going toward helping the girls compete. The entrance fee is $2 per person and includes a drink (coffee, tea or water). Additional food will be available. A Kindle will be available as a door prize.
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Most hearing healthcare professionals can eliminate the problem by grinding and then buffing the problem area. You will be advised to wear the hearing instrument to “test drive” the modification. If this is unsuccessful, you should return to the office and have the aid and/or ear mold remade by the manufacturer. Remind the audiologist/dispenser to mark the area of soreness with a black marker to further reduce the risk of soreness reoccurring. Remember, if your ear hurts don’t try to get used to it. You have invested a lot of time and money towards better hearing. Contact your hearing health-care professional immediately who will fix the problem.
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American Stroke Association Urges Families To Eat Healthy To Live Longer
NEW JERSEY – With today’s hectic lifestyles, it’s no wonder that more families are turning to fast food, takeout and convenience foods. Between schools, meetings, soccer practice and music rehearsals, many parents find themselves zipping through a drive-thru for dinner more often than not. “Although it may be a challenge, it’s important for families to carve out time to eat nutritious meals daily,” notes Scott Evans, Health and Wellness Program Manager at Information Technology, a Johnson and Johnson company. “Eating as a family not only provides bonding time between parent and child but also serves as an opportunity to instill healthy habits that can last a lifetime.” According to the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, childhood obesity is now one of the top health concerns of parents, topping smoking. Nearly one in three children is considered overweight or obese, triple that of 1963. Research is showing a dramatic increase in children suffering from diseases usually reserved until adulthood, including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Obesity also serves as a major risk factor for developing heart disease and stroke, the nation’s first and fourth 4 leading causes of death.
It’s important for parents to set a good example when making food choices on the go. Children like to follow their parents’ actions, so it’s important to make sure the food on your plate is just as healthy as the food on theirs. “There are several easy things that parents can do to make their home healthier,” continues Evans. “When you are on the go, try having some healthy snacks like nuts, fruit or trail mix to avoid running into the convenience store and grabbing candy or chips. If you need to eat out, ask to see the nutritional value of the menu so you can make informed choices.” The American Stroke Association offers this additional advice when eating out: avoid excess meat or cheese; drink water instead of soda or sports drinks; choose grilled options instead of fried; try eating a sandwich open-faced style, therefore eliminating half a bun; Hold the mayo or high-calorie sauces and avoid ba con on sa ndw iches. O rde r pickles, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, mustard and ketchup instead to add f lavor without fat. One in three Americans will die from heart disease and on average every 40 seconds, someone has a st roke. For more information about healthy family eating, heart health or stroke awareness, visitheart.org or strokeassociation.org.
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MIGRAINE PAIN?
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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 that 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
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The World Series Of Birding
NEW JERSEY – Mark your calendars and start planning your strategy for this year’s world series of birding on May 14 – rain or shine. Many great birders have raised glasses in the World Series of Birding. The first official World Series of Birding began at midnight on May 19, 1984, when just thirteen teams set out on a 24-hour treasure hunt. Their mission was to tally as many species of birds by sight or sound as possible. Their objective was to raise money for their favorite environmental cause, and to focus worldwide attention upon the habitat needs of migrating birds. Today there are thousands of participants, including donors and support team members, in the event and it has grown into several categories and ways to play. The Bird Conservation Challenge is Level I and is for competing teams who vie for awards in several categories. The NJ Audubon Ambassador Challenge is Level II and is for non-competing teams. The Zeiss Youth Challenge is Level III and is for ages 6 to 18 within their respective youth groups. The Senior Challenge is Level IV and is for ages 60 and over. Gather your teammates near and far and share in the excitement and camaraderie that is part of North America’s most celebrated conservation event - the World Series of Birding. Why a World Series of Birding? Over the past thirty-plus years, this event has changed the birding landscape, has brought birding to the attention of the
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Comedy Event Comes To Silver Ridge
BERKELEY – The Silver Rudge Park West Recreation Committee and Men’s Club will host an afternoon of music, fun and laughter on May 15 at 2 p.m. The event will feature Andre and Cirell NJ comic, singing and impressions. Bobby Andre will sing his popular record “Darling Lorriane.”
Donation is $15 per person. The event is BYOB and beverages. Snacks will be provided. Tickets sales are at the Holiday City Clubhouse, located at 145 Westbrook Dr. from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday through Saturday. For more information, call Joe at 732-2444058.
TRHSE Marching Raiders Fundraiser
TOMS RIVER – The Marching Raiders are holding another AC Bus Trip and it is heading to Tropicana on May 1. The bus departs Toms River High School East (Raider Way) at 10 a.m. and will depart Tropicana at 6 p.m. Cost is $37 per person, with a
bonus slot play of $25. Games and goodies on board, contact your host: Carlene Fairgrieve at 848-448-5965 for reservations and questions. No one under 21 permitted, no refunds. Cash or checks made out to TRHSE Raider Brigade.
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two to three times a week – number about 10 folks who use this option. “In comparison to 12 other golf courses in the area, none others have a nine-hole discount, or a particular situation where they offer the back nine. Nine-hole specials are typically offered and would still be offered at management’s discretion,” Tate said. The change could create more revenue and additional tee times for 18-hole play, he said. “What this does is allow us to open up the golf course to 18-hole play an hour earlier in the prime golfing months: 6:30 a.m. in May, 6 a.m. in the summer months, and September at 7 a.m., which would create an extra eight tee times per day,” Tate said. The potential increase in revenue would range from another $425 a day, or, about $41,600 to 100,000 over five months if all tee times are booked. Allowing golfing at the back nine holes is also one that impacts maintenance at Bey Lea, for example timing when grass-cutting can take place, Tate said. “This is the industry standard, and golfers expect to pay for the turf and not be distracted by mowing that might be getting in their way,” Tate said. But the golfers who came out said it was a matter of cost to the golfer, as with the proposed increases on greens fees and carts, going from the cost to golf nine holes versus 18 is nearly triple for the individual golfer. The issue came up about four years
ago, when the last round of fee changes was proposed. Some of those same golfers returned to address the changes in this round, said Paul Castiglione, of Toms River, a golfer at Bey Lea opposed to the changes. “Recreation for seniors is limited, basically to playing golf at Bey Lea,” he said. “Keep in mind that Ocean County has one of the largest senior populations in the country – yes the country – and this really doesn’t seem sufficient.” Castiglione took issue with the cost: “Play on the weekend would go from $11 to $38, triple the cost,” he said. This could be an issue with Green Acres, whose doctrine includes keeping the cost to use open space such as this free from undue cost, he said. Castiglione and other golfers also questioned the reasoning that the golf course would be increasing revenue through the elimination of nine-hole golfing. They said they believe the option accommodates folks seeking out affordable golfing, and encourages those with busy schedules who don’t have the time to golf 18 holes on a weekday to instead golf a shorter course. Plus, the physical demands of playing nine holes are less, which caters to another crowd as well. Carr closed the public hearing and offered to investigate the concerns further to come up with a solution in time for the next council meeting but also the start of the prime golfing season, for May. Councilwoman Maria Maruca said she
had questions of her own, addressing the concerns of golfers but also how to make the golf course financialy viable. “Some of the things I’ve heard is the back nine is great – but is almost sounds too great, and as we’ve said we do have a responsibility to make this a sustainable, self-liquidating utility. We have a responsibility to every taxpayer
in town,” she said. “I too want to see this resolved in two weeks. Concessions are going to have to be made. Maybe we just try it for a year and see what our numbers are like, see how it goes. But we have to make some changes at the golf course.” The matter is tabled through the next council meeting, April 26.
–Archive photo by Toms River Times In 2013, the Bey Lea Golf Course was certified by the American Littoral Society for its use of native plants as buffers around water sources.
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Innovative Program On Alcohol Prevention For Students
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Health Department Prevention Unit provides evidence-based and innovative prevention programming to Ocean County residents. Evidence-based programs have been tested and offer scientific data with their programs to show its success. The health department’s substance abuse programming provides the county residents different opportunities to learn about the dangers of substance abuse. The Ocean County Board of Health is committed to
this issue and identified the need for these programs to be offered to our adolescents as this is a pivotal time in their life. The Ocean County Health Department partnered with AlcoholEdu, an on-line evidence-based alcohol prevention program and has offered to have it implemented in the Ocean County high schools for their ninth grade students. The research done and data provided on this program show: engagement of students, increases alcohol-related knowledge,
Online Silent Auction To Support NOHFH
OCEAN COUNTY – Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity will host an online silent auction to benefit the organization’s efforts. Bidding will go live at noon on April 21 and close at 6 p.m. on April 24. The public will have the opportunity to bid on items including a GoPro, hot air balloon rides by Soaring Adventures, a QVC studio tour, foursomes of golf and many more items. Bidders ca n use PayPal or credit cards to pay and winning prizes can be shipped or picked up at the Northern Ocean Habitat offices in Toms River. All proceeds will benef it Nor ther n Ocean Habitat and will be used towards to the construction of affordable housing in the community. Register to bid today at 32auctions. com/nohf h and check nohf h.com and
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undermines acceptance of underage drinking, reduces underage binge drinking and reduces riding with an intoxicated driver. The Ocean County Board of Health would like to acknowledge the following Ocean County High Schools for their participation in AlcoholEdu in the 2015-2016 school year and their dedication to their students: Barnegat High School, Brick Memorial High School, Brick Township High School, Jackson Liberty High School, Jackson Memorial High School, Lacey
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Support Group To Start Meeting In May
OCEAN COUNTY – Forever In Our Hear ts is an Ocean Count y suppor t group to help those whose life has been touched by a suicide, to start and continue on a path toward healing. Losing someone to suicide is one of life’s cruelest tragedies. Forever In Our Hearts was founded to help those who find themselves in that place. Forever In Our Hear ts is a public self-help support group built on a base of volu nteers that conduct monthly meet i ngs to of fer suppor t to t hose who are left behind. The co-founder, Walter Donovan said, “We are interdenominational by our leadership, yet nondenominational by our doctrine.
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Two Nonprofit Organizations Combine Resources
NEW JERSEY – Mary’s Place by the Sea, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting women who are receiving treatment for cancer, announced that they will be partnering with A Time for ME, a nonprofit organization that has provided spa retreats to women battling cancer for the last 22 years. Both service-driven and compassionate nonprofit organizations plan to serve women with cancer under one roof by offering women a place to heal their mind, body and soul. With this new joint venture, the organizations are looking to expand their services. Hands-on cooking classes and nutritional sessions, along with mental health counselors from local universities will be available for regular workshops and group meetings. Combining resources will provide a stronger, more viable organization that will be able to do more for guests, while honoring the integrity of their missions and recognizing the hard work of all volunteers – past, present and future. “At this juncture, we have decided that our combined resources will truly be in the best interest of the women we serve. It is a perfect fit and our natural next step,” said Patty O’Neil, executive director of A Time for ME. “Mary’s Place and A Time for ME will be a powerful combination when our two hearts come together as one.” Seven years ago, Michele Gannon and Maria McKeon founded Mary’s Place by the Sea and have since welcomed over 5,000 women from across the nation into their beachfront home. Mary’s Place by the Sea supports women with
cancer through integrative ser vices, which complement their medical treatment and empower, educate and support their healing: mind, body and soul. The demand for respite care and emotional healing expanded so drastically that Mary’s Place by The Sea had outgrown its former four-bedroom home. It began construction in 2014 and will open a new 10-bedroom, ADA-compliant home this spring in order to accommodate the needs of more women locally and nationwide. “We are beyond grateful for the women of A Time for ME for their generosity and confidence in our program at Mary’s Place by the Sea,” said Michele Gannon, president of Mary’s Place by the Sea. “Our missions are both built on caring for women “holistically” and meeting their emotional needs. We look forward to combining our passions and resources to be able to help many more women in need.” A Time for ME aims to provide women diagnosed with cancer, living in Monmouth and Ocean Counties, a respite from their disease where they can recharge and focus on a positive tomorrow. They do this by providing a three day retreat at a spa resort where they can recharge, focus on a positive tomorrow and focus on recovery. Moving forward, A Time for ME has asked that all donations be directed to Mary’s Place by the Sea. If you would like to volunteer or make a donation to this mission assisting women impacted by cancer, contact 732-455-5344 or visit marysplacebythesea.org.
Church To Hold Spring Rummage Sale
TOMS RIVER – The Women of Christ Episcopal Church, located at 415 Washington St., will hold their annual Spring Rummage Sale on May 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on May 13
from 9 a.m. to noon. May 13 will be a bag sale. There will be good used clothing, toys, small appliances, household linens, books, knickknacks and more.
Ladies Auxiliary To Host Annual Flea Market
TOMS RIVER – The Ladies Auxiliary Unit 129 is sponsoring its annual Flea Market at the American Legion Post 129, located at 2025 Church Road, on April 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. An inside space is $20 (table provided). An outside space is $10 (must bring your own
table). Payment in advance is required to hold your space. Food will be available for purchase. For information regarding this event, contact either: Carol at 732-978-0716 or Paula at 732773-1962.
Silverton Flea Market
TOMS RIVER – Silverton Volunteer Fire Co. #1 Ladies Auxiliary is sponsoring its Annual Flea Market on April 16. Tables are $20 each. Event will be held April 16, rain or shine, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
So far, over 60 tables are filled and the auxiliary is looking for more. Event will be held at the Silverton Firehouse at 15 Kettle Creek Rd. For more information, call Marlene at 732-908-0943.
Senior Center Guest Speakers
TOMS RIVER – The Toms River Senior Center is holding a general membership meeting at noon on April 20. The meeting features presentations by his-
torian and Township Clerk Mark Mutter and esteemed artist/author Francis McGinley. For more information, call 732-341-1000 ext. 8460 or 8461.
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Dear Joel, My wife is seeing a psychiatrist and I know that much of what she talks about is about me and our marriage. I’ve called her doctor because I believe that much of what she is telling the doctor is simply not true. I asked to meet with the psychiatrist and he told me that he will not speak with me. Is this legal? Answer: Although there may be certain exceptions, what he is telling you is absolutely true (and very legal). The conversations between your wife and her therapist are confidential and entirely between the two of them. If your wife is not being truthful with her doctor, it will eventual-
ly (hopefully) come out in their work. This is between her and the doctor and your intervening helps no one. I know how frustrating this is for you, but I commend her for seeking help. I’d suggest you support her going, rather than challenge her on whatever it is that she is telling him about. I wish you well. Questions for Joel? Write to preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio.com.
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Camp Invention To Come To OC
OCEAN COUNTY – Camp Invention, the nation’s premier summer enrichment day camp program, supported by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and a product of the National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF), is coming to the following locations: Bayville Elementary School from June 27 to 30. Silver Bay Elementary from July 18 to 21. Jackson School District from August 1 to August 4. For students entering grades one through six, Camp I nvention is a week long adventure that will turn the summer from ordinary to extraordinary through hands-on problem solving, using science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Camp Invention provides an opportunity for inventive young minds to exercise their creativity and use their imagination in ways they don’t normally get to in the classroom. Program participants do not realize they are learning and developing new skills as they build prototypes, take things apart, explore different types of technology and so much more. Alice Opperman, director of curriculum for Emerson Public Schools shared the following thoughts on Camp Invention. “The hands-on curriculum helps to further insert curiosity into a child’s
everyday lifestyle. As the need for skilled STEM professionals increases, we believe we are setting our students up for success by offering programs like Camp Invention.” This year’s Camp Invention curriculum is called “Epic,” inspired by some of the nation’s most brilliant minds including experienced educators, Inductees of the National Inventors Hall of Fame and developed in partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. “Epic” features hands-on modules like CrickoBot, where campers construct and personalize a DIY solar-powered cricket and a unique habitat; Epic Park, where campers work in teams to design an eco-adventure park; I Can Invent: Maker Studio, where campers brainstorm product ideas and build original prototypes using real tools and components found in everyday devices and The Lab: Where Pigs Fly, where children can discover the science of slime, demolition, electronic sound, giant squid and coding. Local programs are facilitated and taught by educators who reside and teach in the community. Camp Invention serves more than 94,000 students every year through nearly 1,400 camps across the nation. For additional information or to find the nearest location for registration, visit campinvention.org.
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 732929-2091 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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NEW JERSEY – New Jersey American Water regularly tests for lead in drinking water and has taken steps to minimize levels through improvements in corrosion control. Although these tests indicate that lead is not an issue in the treated water leaving their facility, lead and/or copper levels in some homes and businesses might be detected due to customer use of lead pipes, lead solder and molded metal faucets in household plumbing. There are health effects associated with high levels of lead. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets standards related to lead in drinking water. Lead levels that exceed these standards could cause serious damage to the brain, kidneys, nervous system and red blood cells. The greatest risk, even with short-term exposure, is to young children and pregnant women. Lead levels in drin king water are more likely to be higher if: your home or water system has lead pipes or has a lead service line, your home has copper pipes with lead solder and if your home was built before 1986 and you have soft or acidic water or water sits in the pipes for several hours. You cannot see, smell or taste lead and boiling water will not remove lead. Although the water is treated to minimize the risk of lead, you can reduce your household’s exposure to lead in drinking water by following these simple steps: Flush your tap before drinking or cooking with water, if the water in the faucet has gone unused for more than six hours. The longer the water lies dormant in your home’s plumbing, the
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United Way Of Ocean County Spring 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 go 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.
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will be a sit-down dinner and a cash bar. The prize tickets are being pre-sold until May 1 for $35 and will be available the night of the auction for $40. Tickets can be purchased online at paa.booktix.com or call Marcelle Turano at 732-779-9925 to pay with a check or credit card.
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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.
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