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– Photo by Catherine Galioto Soldiers of the 61st New York Volunteer Regiment fire their rifles in the field next to the Havens Museum property. BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society held its Annual Civil War Encampment on its Havens Homestead Museum property, featuring the 61st New York Volunteer Regiment recently. The soldiers camped out and showed their marching and firing skills. For more photos, see page 15 or visit micromediapubs.com.
LOCAL COMIC BACK ON AMERICA’S GOT TALENT By Jennifer Peacock The local government has one comic’s back. On behalf of Manchester Mayor Kenneth Palmer and the entire Manchester Tow nship Council, President James Vaccaro wrote a letter to “America’s Got Talent” contestant, Whiting resident Julia Scotti, wishing the comic luck on her upcoming appearances. As of press time, Scotti was still in the running on the nationally broadcast show that runs on NBC Tuesday and Wednesday nights. The show, judged by Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, and Mel B with host Nick Cannon, is in its 11th season. (Comic - See Page 4)
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August 13, 2016
BOE Approves Teachers’ Pay Scale Amid Heated Debate
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – Should newly-hired teachers with experience earn more than teachers with no experience hired just out of college? A lengthy and sometimes heated discussion about this issue transpired between the school administration, Board of Education members and the public during the recent Board of Education meeting before a vote was held on new appointments. In Brick, the salary guide for teachers has 21 steps that range from $51,565 for a new teacher with a bachelor’s degree, to $90,010 after 21 years of teaching. (Teachers are paid additionally for advanced degrees and after 30-plus years of employment). Two of the new teachers were hired at step 3 ($52,760) and one new teacher was hired at step 9 with a master’s degree ($60,070). (Teachers - See Page 4)
Foundation Creates “Best Day” At Brick Beach
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – Kevin and Stacie Skolnik of Sayreville brought their twins, Brendan and Sawyer, 6, who are both autistic, to Brick Beach 3 recently. Trained volunteers, including some lifeguards, would help them enjoy something the family previously struggled with – waves of the ocean and activities such as surfi ng, boogie boards and more. “They love the water and the waves, but we can’t handle them in the surf,” said Kevin. The annual Best Day Foundation event gave children and young adults with special needs the chance to surf, boogie board, and interact with volunteers during beach games and activities at Brick Beach 3 recently. Growing from 10 participants in 2008, the days held statewide now serve 45 participants with more than a hundred volunteers to give them assistance in enjoying beach activities through the Best Day Foundation. “It’s great so far, they’re having fun. I wish
there were more events like this,” said Stacie Skolnik. “These days are our Christmas, when they get the joy, the smiles and the happiness,” she said. Kerry Weeks of Staten Island brought
her daughter, Emily, 10, who was recently diagnosed with autism, to Brick Beach 3, to enjoy alongside her daughter Kayla, 14, who was working as a volunteer. (Beach - See Page 5)
–Photo by Judy Smestad-Nunn The Best Day Foundation gave special needs children a day in the surf.
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During public comment, resident Larry Reid asked why a new physical education teacher in the district was hired at a step 3 base salary when two teachers were laid off at the end of the 20152016 school year. In April the board announced that 14 teachers would be laid off, but including attrition and retirements, all but two were recalled for the 2016-2017 school year. Board member Karyn Cusanelli said that the position had some 73 applicants. “None would start at step 1? Why do you have to go to step 3? It’s hard to believe there wasn’t a quality person, and they weren’t even offered step 1,” she said. “I don’t think we’re lowballing our teachers,” she added. “It’s a great district to work in, plus they get benefits right out of college...maybe they would take less because they have a smaller commute.” Interim Superintendent Thomas Gialanella said the physical education teacher had been making $60,000 in his former district. Reid questioned if the practice is fair to teachers who are already working in the district. “I don’t agree with that. The taxpayers had a 3.5 percent increase,” he said. “This board represents the electorate, so when you have extra money in the budget you can be very generous, but you’re not being considerate of the taxpayers.” Gialanella said the teachers are being paid for their experience and expertise they bring to the district. “Can you get the teachers to work for the cheapest? Yes. Are they the best teachers? No,” he said. Board President John Lamela, who is an ad-
ministrator for the Jackson school district, said that the pay scale for teachers in Brick is one of the weakest he’s seen. “We need to be progressive and move forward... and bring in the best to put in front of our kids,” Lamela said. “The scale is so poor, we train them and then they leave.” The teacher who was hired at step 9 is a behavior disability specialist and she comes to the table with a wealth of experience, Lamela said. Superintendent Search In other news, resident Vic Finelli asked about the status of the search for a new superintendent. Superintendent Walter Uszenski was suspended after his May 2015 arrest for his alleged role in a scheme to provide his pre-school grandchild with educational services and transportation at public expense for which the child was not legally entitled. Thomas Gialanella is presently serving as the interim superintendent, and before that was Dr. Richard Caldes, who was the district’s education specialist. Board Attorney Nicholas Montenegro said that even though Uszenski is under indictment for the criminal charges, the board can’t hire a permanent superintendent. “He is the existing superintendent...and if he is acquitted, he is entitled to come back,” Montenegro said. Gialanella, 64, is retired and may serve as interim superintendent for a maximum of two years. He will be paid $682 per day. The next Board of Education meeting is on August 25 at 7 p.m. at Brick High School. For previous stories on the superintendent, visit The Brick Times archives at micromediapubs. com.
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“We are thrilled to witness your accomplishments on national television and support your endeavor to realize your hopes and dreams. We are proud that your represent our township and recognize your tremendous talent,” Vaccaro wrote in a July 22 letter to Scotti. “We are behind you every step of the way and wish you much success on your journey. You are to be commended for proving age or circumstances in life are no obstacles to achieving goals.” Scotti, 63, fi rst appeared on episode four this season, where she complained about aches and pains and hypothetically being on a sinking ship and giving up her seat on the life boat to a younger woman who had her whole life ahead of her. Scotti rebuked the idea by dropping an f-bomb on stage, to the audience’s shock and delight. She passed that audition and made the judge’s cut later in July. The focus of her routine is being an “old lady,” things like doctors’ visits and losing weight to fit into an average size urn after cremation. Mandel asked if Scotti ever did stand-up comedy about “the thing”: Scotti is transgender, and performed as Rick Scotti for years before transitioning to Julia. “I do talk about it sometimes, sometimes I don’t. It’s not all of who I am. It’s part of who I am,” Scotti said to a cheering audience. Mayor Kenneth Palmer spoke with The Times to personally wish Scotti well.
“I love seeing Manchester residents excel, whether it’s Ms. Scotti on America’s Got Talent or one of graduating high school students off to tackle the world. I will certainly be pulling Ms. Scotti!” Palmer said. “We will be urging our residents to vote for you in a show of support as you proceed to the ‘live shows,’” Vaccaro wrote. “Again, we wish you success and we support you through the challenges you face in this competition. We will be watching and encouraging our residents to do the same.” Viewers can vote using different methods, including an official America’s Got Talent app, online, or a toll-free number provided during the program. Scotti’s live segment on AGT is 8 p.m. August 23 and 24. In the meantime, Scotti has been busy with local comedy shows, including her most recent at the Borgata in Atlantic City. Her manager, Cathy Caldwell, told The Times that Scotti is now focusing on her set for AGT, but then hopes to perform at the Q-spot in Ocean Grove on August 27, “but depending on advancement that is subject to change.” “It’s been an incredible couple of months. The support I’ve received from all over the country, actually the world, is amazing. The best part, though, is walking into the supermarket and having people from right here in Manchester Township walk up and tell me that they are pulling for me. I go to the LIVE show on August 23, and I really need your vote,” Scotti told The Times. “Thanks to all of you!” Visit juliascotti.com for daily updates on her appearances.
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“We love these events because Emily doesn’t fit in at regular extra-curricular activities,” said Weeks. “Here, I don’t have to hover. She can just be herself.” The New Jersey chapter of the Best Day Foundation was founded by Alexis Downham, a special needs teacher from Sea Bright, and her husband, Lake, a surfer and member of the Coast Guard. “We have a lot volunteers from the Jersey Shore, but also from all over New Jersey and New York,” Alexis said from the check-in area for participants. When they started the New Jersey chapter in 2008, there were 15 participants and 30 volunteers at two events in Long Branch. Now there are six New Jersey events with 45 participants and 150 volunteers. “It’s amazing to see the connection our participants make with the volunteers, because sometimes they have no relationship with their peers,” Alexis said. “A lot of our volunteers are high school kids, and they give up their Saturday and Sunday with a smile, because they love to be here.” She said the foundation doesn’t need to advertise for volunteers because the same kids come back year after year and they bring their friends “It’s an awesome day for everyone involved,” she said. Among the volunteers were Brick residents Katie Homewood, 16, and Sarah Poingue, 15, who are friends from their days at Lake Riviera Middle School.
The Brick Times, August 13, 2016, Page 5 “I like the smile on the kids’ faces when they have a good day at the beach when they normally wouldn’t be able to,” said Homewood, who attends MATES Academy. “It’s a good thing to do. It gets me off the couch and I make new friends,” said Poingue, who attends Brick High School. Tricia Henkes is a volunteer coordinator for the Best Day Foundation, and she said she sees some of the kids coming in “kicking and screaming, and once they’re in the water they’re cool, calm and collected.” “The volunteers are being taught things a textbook could never teach them,” she added. Some of the non-verbal children have spoken to their parents for the first time after a Best Day event, she said. “It’s like their Olympics or their Super Bowl,” Henkes said. Long-time Brick Beach Captain Donovan Brown said each year he gets an email from the Best Day organizers, and his staff sets up the beach and help in any way they can. Some of the lifeguards gave up their day off to volunteer, he said. “It’s an awesome day. Anything we can do to help kids, that’s what we’re here for. They do a great job,” Brown said just as a Coast Guard helicopter appeared for a demonstration. “The Coast Guard is showing what they do; usually Spiderman jumps out of the helicopter,” he said as two Coast Guard rescuers jumped into the ocean. The Best Day Foundation enables children and young adults with special needs to build confidence and self-esteem
through adventure activities that expand their potential, reinforce their achievement and connect them with diverse populations in their community, says their website. The special needs they support include au-
tism, blindness, cancer, cerebral palsy, cystic fibrosis, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, and more. For more information visit bestdayfoundation. org.
–Photos by Judy Smestad-Nunn More than 45 participants enjoyed the Best Day Foundation’s activities at places such as Brick Beach 3.
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Longevity Economy report prepared for AARP. New Jerseyans over 50 create an economic impact much greater than their proportion of the population, outspending the average consumer across most categories and affecting all sectors of the economy. AARP New Jersey believes it is important to have policies in place that support this important economic engine in our state. We urge lawmakers to ensure that any middle class tax relief include modest, targeted tax relief for New Jersey’s middle class retirees. Jeff Abramo Interim Manager of Communications & Community Outreach AARP New Jersey
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L������ T� T�� E����� Badge Revenue Shows Slow Ortley Beach Recovery With beach badge revenue, there are some numbers through June that might be of interest and provide some insight into how recovery and attendance at the various neighboring beaches have progressed since Sandy. In the years following, there was a definite negative impact, however the disparity in the rate of recovery was quite significant. As can be seen, all of our neighboring beaches have recovered quite well, and Lavallette has even surpassed their pre-Sandy revenue. On the other hand, Ortley beach has had a very dismal rate of recovery in beach attendance. There are of course, numerous reasons for this depressing lack of beach revenue recovery here in Ortley. One could point to the excruciating delays in trying to secure permits and CO’s that is delaying the rebuilding of our community, as well as providing tax revenue for Toms River. That has, of course, been a factor, but only a minor element when you take into consideration the haste and convoluted attempt the Township made to rebuild the boardwalk and entrances to the beach right after the storm. With little forethought, they forged ahead without ever considering how they might attempt to improve on what had existed previously. Good planning precludes making the same mistake again. For some reason that approach
was never taken into consideration. The result was a new boardwalk with again the dreaded walkovers that were a well known deterrent to accessing the beach with all the stairs. As an added hindrance, where there had been ramps prior to Sandy, another sets of steps were added. When you take into consideration that the average family going to the beach will have a beach cart piled high with five or six beach chairs and possibly another cart filled with assorted beach accessories. Is it any wonder that many beach patrons have found it much more convenient and enjoyable to visit our neighboring communities and forgo the aggravation of trying to gain entrance to our beaches. The excuse for replacing the ramps for stairs was that the ramps were non compliant. Well, the stairs are non compliant also. Where’s the logic? There was also the hint that the ramps might introduce the possibility of injury due to being non compliant. As anyone familiar with the beach knows, the ramps had been in use for at least 60 years and there were no complaints. It really would be nice, and much more beneficial to both Ortley and Toms River if decisions affecting Ortley Beach included input from individuals that are knowledgeable of our beach community. Based upon the current rate of recovery, the badge revenue losses in just the last three years alone far exceeded $1,000,000. When you add to that the thousands of dollars spent on rebuilding the walk-
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overs as well as the $90,000 on an unneeded fence, you do have to question the wisdom of these decisions “Coming From Across The Bridge.” Check your recent tax bill! Ken Langdon Ortley Beach
The Electoral College Many people still think that when, on Election Day, they place an ‘x’ next to the presidential candidate of their choice they are voting directly for that person. Not quite! The presidential election is the only one in the United States where the voters do not have the right to vote directly for their candidate. Governors, senators, members of Congress, mayors are chosen by a majority of popular votes but presidents are not. What is the Electoral College? First of all it is not a “College” or a “University.” When on Election Day the citizens vote for President they are actually voting for electors, selected by the political parties, pledged to the parties’ candidate. The number of electors for each party equals the combined number of that state’s U.S. senators and representatives. New Jersey has 14 electoral votes. The candidate getting the majority of the popular votes gets all the electoral votes of that state. There are a total of 538 electors throughout the country. A candidate must win at least 270 electoral votes to win the presidency. About six weeks after the election, electors meet at their state capitals to cast their ballots directly for president. (If no candidate for president has a 270 vote majority then the House of Representatives chooses the president.) Does it work? For the most part yes it does work, however there have been three elections where a candidate has won the popular vote but failed to win the 270 electoral votes. The last time was in the 2000 election. Al Gore had 51,003,894 popular votes to 50,459,211 for George Bush,
but Bush had 271 electoral votes to Gore’s 267. That doesn’t sound fair. The Electoral College is authorized in the 12th amendment to our constitution. Our founding fathers that signed the Declaration of Independence and formed the constitution were perhaps the smartest group of people this country ever had. What was their reasoning for choosing indirect elections? They feared that the states with the largest populations would control the elections. If today the voters in California, New York, Texas, Florida and Illinois would agree on one candidate then the smaller states such as Wyoming, Iowa, Utah and New Jersey would have little or no say as to who would become president. As it is today each state large or small has a distinctive roll in choosing the leader of our country. Remember George Bush won his first election by one vote over the minimum required. The divergent states of Alaska, Wyoming, North and South Dakota, Delaware and Vermont each are allotted 3 electoral votes which could possibly change any election and the history of this country. Can the Electoral College be abolished? Critics argue that the Electoral College is archaic, and gives certain swing states, like Ohio, undue influence in selecting the president. Proponents argue that the Electoral College is very important that it protects the rights of smaller states. In order to amend the constitution, the amendment must be approved by a 2/3rd majority vote of congress and then is sent to each state for ratification by the states legislatives. Approval is required by 3/4 of the states or 30 out of 50. It is almost certain that each of the small states would vote against giving up what leverage they have in the elections. It’s safe to say that the Electoral College, with all its flaws, is here to stay. James Mack Brick
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County Clerk Implements Property Alert Service
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Clerk’s Office is offering an added layer of security when it comes to property protection. “ T he O ce a n Cou nt y Clerk’s Office Property Alert Service is a key step in protecting your property,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director John P. Kelly, who serves as director of law and public safety. “I want to commend our County Clerk Scott Colabella in implementing this new program, which provides a layer of protection against property and mortgage fraud.” The Property Alert Service is a free service that
provides property owners with email alerts anytime that a document affecting a specific property is recorded by the Ocean County Clerk’s Office. “Scammers record fraudulent documents like fake deeds or record fake liens against property owners,” Colabella said. “In some instances, fraud on real property is not discovered for years. “To address these concerns and protect one of the most important assets a person has, my office now offers this free service that immediately notifies residents by email whenever a document with their name is recorded in the County Clerk’s Of-
fice,” he said. Property owners can sign up for the free service by visiting oceancountyclerk. com and clicking on the “Property Alert” icon to access the Property Alert Service page. “It’s as simple as registering your name or business name and your email address and you will be automatically notified electronically if a document is recorded with your name,” Colabella said. Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines noted Colabella and the Ocean Cou nt y Depa r t ment of Information Technology collaborated on the project which resulted in the
launching of the Property Aler t Ser vice in Ocean County. “This is an important service that can be accessed by our homeowners and business owners,” said Haines, who serves as liaison to the Department of Information Technology. “Any tools that can help protect our residents from fraud and scammers are useful and benefit our property owners.” Thousands of documents are recorded annually at the County Clerk’s office. Of the 131,893 documents recorded in 2015, 24,492 were deeds and 22,778 were mortgages. “Based on the volume of deeds and mortgages
recorded monthly, it’s not impossible for some items to be potentially fraudulent,” Colabella said. “This program will help property owners prevent potential scams from affecting them.” Kelly noted this program will also help seniors and their caregivers in making certain there is no fraudulent activity taking place. “Ocean County is home to more than 160,000 senior citizens,” Kelly said. “This is yet another way the county can offer some protection against scammers.” Colabella noted that unfortunately identity theft is a growing consumer complaint and property fraud,
which is a form of identity theft, is on the rise. “While this service can’t prevent fraud, it’s important to be notified early that someone may be trying to steal your property without your knowledge,” Colabella said. He added that the only time recordings can be refused is when statutory guidelines are not met. “As long as a document meets statutory recording guidelines, New Jersey law requires the Clerk’s Office to record the document,” he said. “I am pleased we can offer this new program to help our constituents detect information that may be fraudulent.”
From The Desk Of Congressman Tom MacArthur: MacArthur Launches Congressional App Challenge
Congressman Tom MacArthur NEW JERSEY – Congressman Tom MacArthur recently challenged high school students in New Jersey’s Third Congressio-
nal District to participate in the Congressional App Challenge. The Congressional App Challenge is designed to engage students’ creativity and encourage their participation in STEM education fields, allowing students to compete by creating and exhibiting their software application, or “app,” for
mobile, tablet or computer devices on a platform of their choice. “Computer science and STEM skills are essential for economic growth and innovation,” said Congressman MacArthur. “Our dependence on technology will only grow and we need to proactively inspire the bright minds of
Menendez, Booker Host Forum On National Opioid Crisis N EW J ERSEY– U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker hosted U. S. Su r ge o n G e n e r a l Vivek Mu r t hy a nd t he U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on August 8 for a forum on tackling t h e h e r oi n a n d o pioid addiction cr isis plag uing New Jersey and the nation. Local doctors, treatment providers, and advocates w ill pa r t icipate i n t he discussion that will also feature a demonstration on administering the overdose drug naloxone. Heroin deaths in New Jersey a re up 160 per-
c e n t s i n c e 2 010, w it h more t ha n 1, 20 0 ove rdose-related deaths last year alone. In 2015, more than 28,000 New Jerseyans sought treatment for heroin or opioid abuse, signif icantly out pacing previous year’s figures. The heroin death rate in five counties – Camden, Ocean, Cape May, Union a n d M i d d l e s e x – s ig n if ica ntly exce e d s t he number of treatment beds av a i l a ble p e r 10 0,0 0 0 people. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 78 Americans die ever y d ay f rom an
opioid overdose, and heroin-related deaths more than t r ipled f rom 2010 t o 2014 w it h a p p r ox imately three out of four new heroin users report first abusing prescription opioids. Veterans are twice as likely to die from an accidental opioid overdose as non-veterans, according to a 2011 study of the VA system. The forum will focus on improving the prescribing practices of doctors to reduce the supply of m isu sed opioid s wh ile still treating pain safely and effectively.
our technologically savvy students to pursue these crucial STEM-based skills. I am excited to see what inventive apps students in the Third Congressional District create to solve ever yday problems and enhance our lives.” The Congressional App
Challenge submission period will until November 2. Third Congressional District winners will be selected by a panel of local judges and announced on December 5. Winners will be honored by Congressman MacArthur and have their apps featured on a
display in the U.S. Capitol building. The Internet Education Foundation will be serving as the operational “sponsor” of the Congressional App Challenge. For more information, visit congressionalappchallenge. us.
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OMMUNITY NEWS Club News, Activities, Events & Announcements
Career Open Houses For Continuing & Professional Education
TOMS RIVER – The Department of Continuing and Professional Education at Ocean County College is hosting three open houses for individuals looking to branch out into a new career field or upgrade skills, and for parents interested in learning more about Kids on Campus programs. The open houses will be held on the Ocean County College main campus, College Drive. Admission is free and open to the public. On August 13, there will be a “Medical Billing, Medical Coding and Health Information Management” Career Open House from 9 a.m. to noon in Room A224, Grunin Center, Building 11. On August 24, there will be a “Career Night and Kids On Campus” Open House from 3 to 7 p.m. in the ground floor lobby of the College Library, Building 3. Make tracks to start a new career in health care, business, technology and specialized ca-
reers. This open house is also provides those in attendance the opportunity to check out OCC’s fun and educational programs for kids and teens including dance, golf, science and more. On September 15, there will be a “Business, Technology and Specialized Careers” Open House from 3 to 7 p.m. in the ground floor lobby, College Library, Building 3. This open house is an opportunity to meet the instructors, learn about Career Track training and certificate programs and ask questions about education and career opportunities. Those in attendance will also receive help with registration and payment options. For more information, call the Ocean County College Department of Continuing and Professional Education at 732-2550409 or email cpeinfo@ocean.edu. Visit ocean.edu to view the current non-credit course catalogue.
Ocean Of Love To Hold Gift Auction POINT PLEASANT – The Ocean of Love Gift Auction at the Crystal Point Yacht Club will take place on September 29 from 6 to 10 p.m.
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OMMUNITY NEWS Club News, Activities, Events & Announcements Sandy Memorial Wall Tour In Brick
TOWNSHIP OF BRICK NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the regular monthly meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners of Fire District No. 1, Township of Brick, County of Ocean, State of New Jersey , scheduled for Monday, September 5, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. as previously noticed has been rescheduled for Tuesday, September 6, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. at Pioneer Hose Volunteer Fire Company No. 1, 312 Drum Point Road, Brick, New Jersey. Formal action may be taken. By authorization of the Board of Fire Commissioners of Fire District No. 1, Township of Brick. EDWARD P. SLOWINSKI, CLERK Board of Fire Commissioners Fire District No. 1 Township of Brick
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LAKEWOOD – Thanks to a collaborative community effort, 60 local underserved children from Kensho Dojo, a karate school in Lakewood, recently took home their very own bicycles and properly fitted helmets, along with tips on bicycle safety, as part of a Safe Kids NJ Helmet Fitting event held at The Center for Healthy Living at Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus. The event was made possible thanks to the –Photo courtesy Monmouth Medical Center, Southern effort of several organiCampus zations and businesses. Jennifer Lees, assistant director of Patient Services, Bob Goldschlag, lead in- MMCSC Emergency Department, helps properly fit chilstructor at Kensho Dojo, dren with new helmets. identified children who Lakewood Mayor Menashe Miller, Comneeded helmets and bicycles, and organized a community bicycle drive. Minor mitteeman Meir Lichtenstein and membicycle repairs were performed on-site at bers of the Lakewood Police Department the event at no charge by Sean McGregor, attended the event to show their support owner of the Bicycle Hub of Marlboro for bicycle safety and the overall event. According to the Center for Disease and helmets were purchased with a grant from Safe Kids NJ and the NJ Division Control and Prevention, only 48 percent of children ages 5 to 14 wear bicycle helof Highway Traffic Safety. At the start of the event, Joanna Boyd, mets. “We’re proud to partner with local a representative from the Brain Injury community organizations and businesses Alliance of New Jersey, educated children to bring some joy to children and help and their parents on the importance of keep children safe by educating children wearing a helmet, and how helmets can and their parents about the importance save lives. Then Boyd, along with Mon- of helmet use and bicycle safety,” said mouth Medical Center, Southern Campus Jean McKinney, regional director of nurses and Emergency Department staff Community Health Education, Monmouth properly fitted each child with a new Medical Center and Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus. helmet.
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Hazardous Waste Disposal Program Comes To Brick
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Household Hazardous Waste Disposal program is sponsored by the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management. Residents can rid their home of potential hazards and protect the environment by participating in the program. Many common household products pose a potential threat to family members and to Ocean County’s clean air and water. Dispose of these hazardous products at the Brick Township Public Works Yard, 836 Ridge Road, on August 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents must register to participate. Call 732-367-0802 to register. Hazardous waste will not be accepted from businesses, school boards or government
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BRICK – The JetStar Regatta is on August 13 at the Metedeconk River Yacht Club. This will be a distance race from a starting line near the Manasquan Inlet mile marker to a temporary mark or gate off of Mantoloking to another temporary mark placed off Seaside Heights, in the vicinity of the resting spot of the JetStar Roller Coaster following Hurricane Sandy.
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BRICK – The Brick Morning Rotary Club, serving the Brick community since 1994, began the year with donations of dictionaries to two local parochial schools, sponsored a student in the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy and awarded four $1,000 scholarships to students from the Brick High Schools and MATES of Ocean County Vocational Technical School. With the help of the Brick Afternoon Rotary, the club sponsored two blood drives. Three town-wide food drives, in October, November and April, helped to stock local food banks and support multiple families for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. An excess of $30,000 of food was collected as well as monetary donations. The profits from the annual Chocolate and Comedy night in February supported Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, Boy Scouts Jersey
Shore Council, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ocean County, The Foodbank of Monmouth and Ocean, Catholic Charities, Jersey Shore Animal Center, Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey and several other local charities. Internationally, the club supported Rotary programs with Paul Harris donations that will benefit the eradication of polio, contributed to the creation of potable water in third world countries, supported the Gift of Life Foundation benefitting children in need of life-saving medical services and participated in the distribution of disaster relief materials through ShelterBox in Nepal. The new club president, Gene-Ann Pesano, looks forward to leading the club in its 23rd year. “The work of this dedicated group makes me so proud. I am truly privileged to lead them and look forward to another successful year, supporting the needs of our local and international communities,” said Pesano. The club meets each Wednesday at the Brick Diner at 7:30 a.m. and welcomes guests and prospective members for fellowship and breakfast.
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LAKEWOOD – As part of the second BlueClaws Extravaganza on September 3, the BlueClaws are looking for vendors to be a part of a special craft fair at the event, which begins at 3:30 p.m. Vendors will be able to sell their items at the stadium. This is not typically permitted at a BlueClaws game, but will be allowed at this event only. Set-up for the event will begin at 3 p.m. and the craft fair runs until the end of the game, which begins at 7:05 p.m. Vendors must apply for a spot. To do so, fill the form found on the BlueClaws website and return it to Jamie Stone either by email jstone@blueclaws. com or by mail: Lakewood BlueClaws, Extravaganza Vendor Fair, 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood, NJ 08701. Vendor space is $150 and includes 10 tickets to the game. There is no fee to apply for a spot. The BlueClaws Extravaganza will begin at 3:30 p.m. and there will be free inflatable rides until 6 p.m. There will be live music, $1 Coors and Coors Lights, $2 Coronas, $1 hot dogs, $2 Philadelphia Water Ice, live music, face painting and caricatures.
Georgian Court Conducts Clean Water Survey
LAKEWOOD – A new project will make improvements to the Ocean County Park in Lakewood for cleaner water. The public can help Georgian Court University by taking a survey about their thoughts about various environmental problems. The survey can be taken at surveymonkey.com/r/ GCUenvparksurvey.
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“Free To Breathe” Walk For Lung Cancer Awareness
POINT PLEASANT BEACH – Participate in the inaugural Free to Breathe two-mile walk to raise lung cancer awareness on October 22. Those who participate and choose to fundraise are helping fund research programs dedicated to doubling lung cancer survival by 2022. Form a Free to Breathe team and ask friends, family members, neighbors and
coworkers to join. The walk will begin at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, on the corner of Ocean and Arnold Avenues. Registration and check in will begin at 9 a.m., an opening rally will begin at 10:15 a.m. and the walk will start at 10:30 a.m. The closing rally is at 11:30 a.m. Register online by October 19 at freetobreathe. org; the fee is $25 for adults and $15 children
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As you may be aware, if you are injured while working, as a result of an occupational exposure, or a specific traumatic event, you are statutorily permitted to file for workers’ compensation benefits. In addition, if you are in a position that you are involved in the State pension system, you may be entitled to an accidental or ordinary disability pension. Generally, if you are involved in a traumatic event at work that ultimately deems you unable to perform your duties any longer, you may be entitled to an accidental disability pension. There is no minimal time of employment to be eligible for this pension. The jurisdiction as to whether you are disabled from your job duties as a result of the traumatic event rests with the Division of Pensions. However, the accidental disability pension may entitle you to in excess of 70 percent of your wages and family health benefits. However, if you are approved for an accidental disability pension, there is a direct dollar for dollar offset for any workers’ compensation benefits you receive. This is to say, you may still file for workers’ compensation benefits, and may be entitled to benefits pursuant to same, but your pension benefits will be reduced by any recovery made. This, in fact, does not decrease your financial benefits, but merely may change from whom the money is received. However, the law is different when a person involved in the State pension system is approved for an ordinary disability pension and that person also has an injury with permanent residuals in the course of his or her employment. In most cases, in order to be considered for an ordinary disability pension, you will
have had to be in the State pension system Stacie A. Brustman Esq. for 10 years. This also may only provide a pension benefit of approximately 43 percent of your salary. As in the accidental disability pension, the decision as to whether you are disabled from your job duties rests with the Division of Pensions. In New Jersey, there is a long standing public policy against double recoveries for the same injuries. In New Jersey, an injured employee may receive an ordinary disability pension and workers’ compensation benefits. However, the workers’ compensation benefits may be subject to a dollar for dollar offset for pension benefits. However, an ordinary disability pension is generally not the result of one traumatic event that deems the worker unable to perform his or her duties, but generally is the result of numerous and varied disabilities that may or may not be work related, or related to the workers’ compensation injury. As such, there only exists an offset for those injuries incorporated in the approval of the disability pension and are specifically involved in the claim for workers’ compensation. In converse, the disabilities unrelated to workers’ compensation then are not included in the calculation of the offset. As you can see, your choice as to whether to pursue workers’ compensation benefits when eligible for either disability pension is a difficult and law sensitive decision that should be reviewed with an attorney in depth.
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OCEAN COUNTY – School supplies will be collected at all AMI locations in Ocean County through August 19 to support students in need. Many New Jersey children face the prospect of arriving for their first day of school in September without the most basic of school supplies. To help address this, the AMI Foundation is launching its Eighth Annual “Tools
Speaker To Explore Role Of Women In The Civil War
OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Library will host the program “Unsung Heroines – The Role of Women In The American Civil War” at 7 p.m. on August 30 at the Point Pleasant Beach branch, 710 McLean Ave. and at 7 p.m. on November 7 at the Brick branch, 301 Chambers Bridge Rd. Martin Mosho will present a lecture during this one-hour program providing a comprehensive review of the heroic accomplishments of women, both on the side of the Union and Confederate armies during the Civil War. To register for the program, call the Point Pleasant Beach branch at 732-892-4575 or the Brick branch at 732-477-4513. Also register by visiting theoceancountylibrary.org.
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for Schools” supply drive. The AMI Foundation has placed blue collection baskets in the reception areas of all 11 AMI office locations in Atlantic, Cape May, Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Office locations may be found at atlanticmedicalimaging.com The list of requested school supplies includes: pencils, erasers, spiral notebooks, pocket folders, crayons, colored markers,
colored pencils, glue sticks, highlighters and soft pencil cases. As in years past, the AMI Foundation has also purchased book bags to accompany the school supply donations. Once the drive is complete, the collected supplies and book bags will be delivered to elementary schools throughout the area in late August. To date, the AMI Foundation has donated nearly
2,000 book bags to area school children in need. Local locations include: Brick Township: 455 Jack Martin Blvd., Brick, NJ 08724 Brick Twp Women’s Imaging: 495 Jack Martin Blvd., Brick, NJ 08724 Toms River: 864 Route 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755
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Dear Readers, With so many traveling in the upcoming season I thought that I may prevent you from falling prey to popular tourist scams. Be aware when someone tries to distract you for no apparent reason. Distractions are an easy way to be pick-pocketed. This applies for right here in your home town. You don’t have to travel to fall victim to that one. You could be distracted by someone accidentally spilling something on you; I’ve heard of ketchup squirted on a woman’s shoulder so she puts her bag down. If you ask a taxi driver to take you to a specific restaurant and he tells you that it’s closed, beware. He is looking for a long ride and will ultimately take you to a restaurant that is he has a “partnership” going. Here is a common one. You go to a bar and a friendly group of locals ask you
to join them. They suddenly depart after a few rounds and you are left with a padded bill. Finally, a merchant counts you r change. At that point it is correct. He drops it and replaces it with a smaller bill. In as much as I don’t like writing a negative column, my feelings are the following. If I can save one traveler from getting scammed it is worth writing about. Remember that most locals are honest but all it takes is one moment to spoil a good thing. Safe Travels. Joel Write to joel@preferredcares.com. His radio show, “Preferred Company” airs on Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. on preferredradio. com and 1160 & 1310 WOBM-AM
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COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n)
Homestead Run - 55+ Community clubhouse/pool, 2005 14x60. 2 BR/1BA. $35,900. call 732-370-2300. Homesteadrun.com. (35)
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For Rent 55+ Village V Crestwood - Studio upgraded. Full kitchen and bath, spacious closets. $700 month plus utilities. 1 1/2 month security. No pets. 732-716-1386. Non smoker preferred. (36) Homestead Run - 55+. New 2 BR, 1BA, rental or purchase. Call 732-3702300, homesteadrun.com. (35)
Misc. ATTENTION – CHHA training class starting September 12, 2016. For information call 609-607-8300. Employment opportunities upon completion and certification. (34)
Items For Sale Guitars For Sale - ‘72 Fender Stret. ‘77 Les Paul custom. ‘82/83 Fender Strat Elite. All mint condition. Dave 732-657-4421. (37)
Yard Sale Berkeley Shores - Annual Community Yard Sale August 13, rain date August 14. Starting point H&M Potter School, Veeder Lane, Bayville. (34)
Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Buying - Jewelry collections and jewelry boxes; costume/estate/antique. Rhinestones, pins, bracelets, all types (watches too). Cash Paid Today! Call “THE JEWELRY GAL.” Brick Area. 732-513-2139. (32) Guns Wanted - Old or new pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammunition. Licensed collectors, state legal transfers. Cash paid. Call Jeff. 609-713-0637. (t/n)
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Looking For Riding Lawn Mower Mechanic - To help fix bucket tractor. Gas job. Ask for Ron 732-766-6546. (35) Auto Mechanic – Tires, alignments, under car service. Uniforms, benefits and paid holidays. 732-270-6700. (32) Home Aid Needed – To help with mother in wheel chair. Must be neat and clean. Non-smoker. Know how to cook Italian food and like cats. References and driving a must. Must work weekends 4 to 8 p.m. and some days. $12/hr. Call Cindi 352-509-0608 . (32)
Seeking Talented Assistant Managers & Stylists – Hair Cuttery. New salon coming to Greenleaf in Howell, NJ. NJ Cosmetology License Required. Competitive pay, bonus opportunities, free advanced education, health/dental benefits, 401K, PTO and more. EOE. Call Shannon at 856-520-2251 or haircuttery.com/careers,apply today! (32)
Dental Office Coordinator Must have prior dental experience of any type. Computer literate (8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.) Monday, Thursday, Friday to start. Fax resume to 732-477-5949 or email cedarbridgedental@gmail.com. (33 )
Driver – Part time. Point Pleasant area - 3 days/week Mon.-Wed.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Hours negotiable upon availability. NJ Driver’s License and clean driving record required. Salary $11per/hr. Fax resume to 732-658-6642 or call 732-658-6636, ext. 208. (34)
Caregiver - RN 25 years in Ukraine plus 15 years U.S. eldercare experience. References. Live-in/out, or hourly. LVW (Manchester, NJ) owner/ resident. Call Lucy 732-657-1409, home. 732-833-3273, cell. (37)
Part-Time Custodian/Janitor For Adult Community In Whiting, NJ. $8.50 per/hour. Start immediately. Approx 19 to 21 hours/ week. Call Mon. through Fri. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for application & interview. 732-350-0230. (35) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n) Now Hiring Property Inspectors- FT/ PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@comcast.net or msangelabove@comcast.net. 732-7664425, 201-259-0734. Ask for Mel. (t/n) Part Time Food Service – We have an immediate need for part time waitstaff/servers, PT dietary aides, FT/PT dishwashers. FT dishwasher must have open availability. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay and 401(K) once you have worked 1 year and 1000 hours. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $8.50/hour. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (31) P T M a i n t e n a n c e – Va r i o u s physical duties of 55+ community in Lakewood. Send resume to lhwmanager@optonline.net. (31) Now Hiring CNA’s/NA’s – Immediate work available at Leisure Park, a Five Star Senior Living Community. FT/PT. All shifts available. Inquire within, 1400 Route 70, Lakewood, New Jersey 08701. Contact us at 732-370-0444. (33) Helper Wanted; Full-time – Monday through Friday. $10-13/hour; fire alarm and security company. Must physically be able to work long days, carry and move ladders and equipment, work in small spaces and on building roofs. Background checks are performed. Benefits after 90 days. Call Tara 732-240-7007. (32)
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My 2 Girls Cleaning - Bonded and insured. Weekly-biweekly, monthly or a one time treat. Please call 732-914-8909 or 732-2327058 for a free estimate. (37) Wallpaper and Bordering - Hanging and removal of old. No job too big or small. Great references. Call Angela 609-891-8544. (32) Need A Ride – Airports, AC, cruise, Shore Points. One year old car. Senior Discounts. Save $$$. Tom 551-427-0227. (35) All Around Yard And Home Maintenance – outdoor, indoor work done to your satisfaction. Cleaning, home repairs, yard upgrades, etc. Fair estimates. Eddie Zsoka 732-608-4781. (38) I’m A Loving Compassionate Care Giver – With over 15 years experience. Will take care of your elderly/ sick loved one at home or hospital. Willing to travel. Available 24/7. Live-in or live-out. Reasonable rates. Phone 201-589-7269. (34) Mason - 35 years experience. Small to medium sized jobs. Brick replacement, brick pointing, concrete repair/caulking, masonry coating and all repairs. I also do light hauling. 732-505-3081. (34) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678. (39 ) John’s Ceramic Porcelain Tile Bathrooms, repairs, remodeled, kitchen floors, kitchen back splash, shower doors. Over 30 years experience. Free estimates. Call 732-925-2999. (33) All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting – Kitchen, bathrooms remodeled,painting,inside and out. Roofing, siding, all types of flooring installed, carpentry, screens, windows, doors installed, powerwashing, all gutter work. No job too big or small, we do it all. Fully insured. $ave. Call Clark 732-850-5060. (31) Caulking - Interior, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Cutting out old. Installing new. Call Steve 732-703-8120. Thank You. (t/n) Carpet Repair - Restretching, ripples removed, repair work, stairs installed. Call Mike at 732-920-3944. (33)
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Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (39 ) Landscaping - Grass cutting, bush trimming, powerwashing. Call for free estimate, 732-278-6043. (33) Landscape Services - Leaf clean ups, pavers, mulch, stone, and sod installations. Free estimates. Call with needs. 732-678-8681. (34) Single Storm Doors – You supply, I install. $85 and up. 732-580-9120. Lic #13VH08645300. (36) Go With The Pro’s - Interior and exterior home improvemnts. We do it all. Bathroom remodel special, $4,500. Licensed/insured. NJ Reg 13VH07919200. 732-569-1406. (33) Home Health Aid/House Cleaning – All American Care Givers Association provides the best services money can buy. Skip the rest, come right to the best. Call 732-664-3605. (31) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service. Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400. Special spring discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (37)
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Jackson PBA To Host Pig Roast
LAKEWOOD – The Jackson PBA 168 is hosting an all-you-can-eat pig roast on August 27 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Pine Park, West County Line Road. This event is rain or shine. Tickets are $30 in advance for adults 21 years and older and $20 for youths between 9 and 20 years old. Tickets are $35 for adults at the door and $25 for youths. Children 8 and under are free. Tickets are available at the police depart-
ment or from any Jackson police officer. The pig roast menu will also include: burgers, hot dogs, barbeque chicken, salads, clams, ice cream, beer, wine and soda. Activities will include: live music, give aways, kids games, moonwalks, 50-50s, face painting, rock climbing, carnival games and tattoos. For more information, cal Sgt. Fred Meabe, officer David Watson or officer Stephen Cilento at 732-928-1111.
CONTACT To Hold 4th Annual 5K Race
LAKEWOOD – The Fourth Annual CONTACT of Ocean and Monmouth Counties 5K Race and 5K Race/Walk will begin at 8:45 a.m. at the Ocean County Park, 659 Ocean Ave., (Rt. 88). All ages are welcome. This event benefits the CONTACT 24/7 Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Hotline. Awards will go to the top male and female overall, plus age group
awards for the 5K Race. Discounted registration fees if registered by September 14. Call CONTACT at 732-240-6104 or email contactofoceanco@aol.com for registration and/or for information on becoming a race sponsor. The race mail-in application form with full details is available at contactoceanmonmouth. org, then select ‘Fundraisers’ tab, or register online at register.boardwalkrelay.org.
“Arcuri For SUDS” Comes To Brick
BRICK –The 6th Annual Arcuri for SUDS takes place along Cedarcroft Drive on September 10. Those in attendance will enjoy dinner f rom vendors such as Jack Gregor y Catering, Kono Pizza and Rama Sushi. There will also be an open bar, live bands, speed boat rides, comedians, games, 50/50s, raff les and more.
This event is intended to benefit Soldiers Undertaking Disabled Scuba, an organization that trains wounded soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan who are currently receiving physical therapy or occupational therapy in the sport of SCUBA diving. Call 908-399-8231 for more information.
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Business Profile I&G FARMS
By Donna Frances Madej Love, dedication, blood, sweat and tears. Irene and Gregory Johnston’s secret for not only what may be the best, tastiest corn on the cob you’ll ever consume (take my word for it) but also one reason for the years of success that I&G Farms has experienced. Located at 150 Whitesville Road, Jackson, I&G Farms is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In fact, the only time they’re closed is for two weeks at the beginning of November to transition into the holiday season and from January until the third week in March when they re-open for another selling season. The family run establishment has been delighting Jackson residents, in addition to residents of numerous other towns and even neighboring states, for over 35 years. Here you’ll find fresher than fresh Jersey produce (a lot I&G grown) that will entice your pallet, lush hearty vegetation that will beautify your surroundings and seasonal creations to usher in the holiday season. Don’t visit I&G Farms expecting just a farm stand with a limited amount of produce. When you enter the “Family Farm Market,” that not only has eye catching seasonal themed painted windows, but also an attractive, welcoming landscape of thriving flowers and plants that are available for purchase, you’ll be impressed! The huge array of fruits and vegetables are a feast for your eyes, exploding with vivid color and bursting with just picked freshness. It’s “Jersey Fresh” at its freshest, tastiest and finest! “People have a lot higher awareness of the food that they’re eating,” Irene acknowledges. “A lot of them ask me about GMO (genetically modified organism.) I knew about
If You Plant It They Will Come…
GMO for 20 years but if I mentioned it 20 years ago, they would have no clue what I’m talking about.” Health problems and environmental damage can occur from GMOs. According to the Non GMO Project, GMOs are “living organisms whose genetic material has been artificially manipulated in a laboratory through genetic engineering or GE. This creates unstable combinations of plant, animal, bacteria and viral genes that do not occur in nature or through traditional crossbreeding methods.” “People know they can come here, where the food was grown. I can give them the source of the seed and I know exactly how it was grown. That matters a lot,” Irene adds. “People tell me our string beans taste like a bean. They’ve been eating food that has no taste because big corporate farms don’t plow their ground. They just keep planting on it over and over again. There’s nothing left in the soil, no nutrients. They have a machine that pulls the plant out of the ground and shakes it to death so beans fall off, go into a hopper, into a bin, get broken and get brown. They’re beat up. Ours are hand-picked and beautiful.” In addition, varieties of squash, eggplant, “Jersey tomatoes” and Irene reveals, “the star of the show,” Gregory’s corn, which is always kept on ice, is grown on I&G’s neighboring acreage. The corn is grown in various “blocks,” and staggering the planting time results in corn (hopefully) until the end of October. The corn is white and bi-color (cross between white and yellow) and is picked daily, as needed, all day long. “We always have fresh corn, all super sweet,” Irene exclaims. “In my dreams, if someone told me people would go crazy over corn, I would never have believed it.
Take your pick! The fruit is plentiful and delicious at I&G Farms.
And my husband… it’s like he’s married to the corn and I’m the second wife,” she says laughing. “It’s the truth. He gets up at 5:30 a.m. and he’s out in the cornfield.” It may seem strange imaging that corn has a following, but I&G’s is legendary and is proof that people will travel to get a great ear of corn. Or…maybe put in a special request? Frequent I&G customer Liz Ferullo of Jackson, happily obliges. “My aunt and uncle bring it back to Yonkers and my brother and sister-in-law from The Family Farm Market is open. There’s no Toms River say “come I&G Farms and get your fresh produce. over for a barbeque and bring the corn. Make sure that something new and different. you stop by I&G,” Ferullo says with “I come often for my gardening, a smile. “This is the sweetest corn my plants, my perennials, my anywhere in New Jersey.” potted plants,” Ferullo relates. The farms quality control is im- “Everything has always done peccable, with Gregory inspecting well year to year. The quality is everything and making sure that phenomenal.” it meets his and his family’s high Like it says on their T shirts, standards. I&G Farms are “growers for all “My husband’s passion is his seasons.” Poinsettias are started farm,” Irene proclaims. in the greenhouses in July. Fall It’s obvious that Irene shares the ushers in 20,000 field grown mums same passion and not only enjoys along with pumpkin’s, cornstalks the lasting customer friendships and straw. When produce ceases that have endured through the at the end of October, the market years, but the new ones that she closes for two weeks and is transcontinuously cultivates. formed into a decorating center “A lot of customers are connois- where wreaths, grave blankets and seur growers,” she notes. “That’s bows are custom made. And don’t why they come here. They get forget about the Christmas trees information, the knowledge and that follow. education they can’t get anywhere Although time changes many else.” things, customers are thrilled that The corn and produce are not I&G Farms remains a familiar area the only things that entice Ferullo landmark. Through the years as and others to return to I&G Farms construction of homes and busiagain and again. There’s always nesses have increased in Jackson,
Meet the “star of the show” I&G’s delicious corn. One bite and you’ll be coming back for more.
better time than now to stop at rumors have circulated in regard to the family selling their land to developers. Not to worry! Thanks to the Johnston’s, their land and their neighbor’s 30 acres are protected under the Farmland Preservation Program. Almost 70 acres on Whitesville Road can never be developed and I&G Farms will be around for a long time! Visit I&G Farms at iandgfarms. com, and like them on Facebook; IGFarms, but you must stop by! Questions? Call: 732-364-0308. Irene looks back on her time on the farm as a “rewarding, wonderful experience” and looks ahead to more of the same. Retirement doesn’t appear to be an option. “My husband and I are too high spirited energy to walk away from something like this,” she says amidst the hustle and bustle of the market. “It’s in your soul. It’s part of us. It’s us. I&G. Irene and Greg. That’s what it is.”
The only thing better than a “Jersey tomato” is a “Jersey tomato” from I&G. Get them while you can.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of aUGUST 13-August 19 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): The more the merrier. You’ll fare far better when paired up with someone or in a group in the week ahead. Solo projects may lead you in the wrong direction. You can feel the pulse of business success but matters of the heart may be perplexing. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Choose your partners carefully. Teaming up with someone who isn’t reliable could throw your whole agenda out of whack this week. Make an extra effort to honor your part of the bargain even if others do not. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Any task can be completed if you have the proper tools. Make sure that you are adequately prepared for any new projects or jobs as this week unfolds. Paying attention to minute details will pay dividends in the end. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may need to step out of your comfort zone. Playing it safe will not help you when hardball tactics are needed. You may have a change of heart in the week ahead but there’s no excuse for not honoring obligations. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Love is a two way street. While lights may be all green along the route a significant other may be holding up a stop sign. Find satisfaction by tapping into creative outlets and dabbling in hobbies in the upcoming week. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can’t please all the people all the time. It’s fine to help out when you can but if you devote too much time to other people’s problems your own priorities may suffer. Treat your time as a valuable resource this week.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Wait and see. Remain non-committal and allow events to unfold naturally before you decide upon a course of action. Be patient with others in the week ahead. A potential problem may just be a simple misunderstanding. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): If you aren’t willing to bend you may break. Being too rigid and strict leaves little room for error and may leave failure as your only option. Sharing intimate thoughts with a special someone may solve problems this week. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Act like you have something to prove. Show others your worth by being reliable, competent and efficient this week. Stay focused on worthy objectives as irrelevant or trivial issues may try to steal your attention. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t lose your nerve. You may begin a project with complete confidence of its success but doubts may pop up. Maintain your original resolve as this week progresses and you will easily finish what you started. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put it in low gear. Your energy level may be below normal for a day or two this week. It would be best to maintain a light schedule and low expectations. A relationship may progress if you are patient and allow some time to pass. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Don’t get backed into a corner. Someone may try to tell you that your options are one of only two choices this week. There may be a third solution that is more to your benefit. Think matters over and avoid impulsive actions.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Taste Of India: New Take On A Classic Austrian dish By Wolfgang Puck During my childhood, one of the most frequent main dishes on our dinner table was an old, home-style Austrian specialty called reisfleisch, which literally translated as “rice meat.” That was a good description, too, for an inexpensive dish that consisted mostly of rice, to which my mother and grandmother added onions, garlic, garden vegetables, paprika and other seasonings, along with cut-up bite-sized chunks of a small piece of meat or sausage. It was a great way to stretch an expensive ingredient, and it kept the whole family happily satisfied. Of course, just about any cuisine in which rice is a common ingredient has its own variations on such dishes, from Italian risotto to French pilaf to Chinese fried rice. Every version takes advantage of the fact that rice, like so many starches, is basically a blank canvas that can take on the personality of whatever seasonings and other ingredients you choose to add to it. One day when I was faced with a kitchen counter full of fresh seasonal produce, along the lines of what you’ll find right now in your local farmers’ market, I decided to try coming up with a beautiful vegetarian version of my childhood favorite. You can follow my recipe, but you can certainly feel free to substitute bite-sized chunks of whatever vegetables you like. Instead of using the usual central-European seasonings I grew up with, I substituted Indian spices: a good Madras-style curry powder, which you’ll find in any well-stocked supermarket, and a touch of a spice blend called “vadouvan.” It’s another curry seasoning blend that typically contains onion, garlic, cumin, mustard seeds and fenugreek, and you can find it in specialty foods stores or online (or simply substitute a little more curry powder of your choice). In the spirit of modern convenience, I also decided to make this vegetarian rice pilaf in an electric pressure cooker, in which it takes only 8 minutes to cook once pressure has been reached, along with another 10 minutes or so for pressure to release slowly. (Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions.) While the rice mixture cooked, I decided to make a quick version of raita, the savory Indian yogurt-cucumber sauce. Spooned over the rice at serving time, it adds a cooling contrast to the not-too-hot spices while further enhancing the nutritional value of an already healthy vegetarian dish. My late mother and grandmother might have been astonished by my version of reisfleisch. But, knowing the good, seasonal, budget-conscious cooks that they were, I have no doubt they would have approved. PRESSURE COOKER VEGETARIAN REISFLEISCH WITH INDIAN SPICES AND RAITA Serves 6 to 8 For rice and vegetables: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 large Japanese eggplant, peeled, halved lengthwise, and cut crosswise into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks
1/2 yellow onion, coarsely chopped 1/2 head cauliflower, broken into small florets, stem cut into chunks 1/4 head green cauliflower or more white cauliflower, broken into small florets, stem cut into chunks 1/2 large yellow bell pepper or orange bell pepper, coarsely chopped 1 apple, cored and diced 1/8 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks 1-inch (2.5-cm) piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped 2 or 3 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped 2 Thai green chiles, left whole 1/2 cup (125 mL) dried cherries 1/2 cup (125 mL) dried cranberries 2 tablespoons Madras curry powder 1 tablespoon vadouvan 1/2 cup (125 mL) shredded coconut, toasted following package instructions 2 cups (500 mL) basmati rice 2 cups (500 mL) organic vegetable stock Pinch crushed red pepper flakes Kosher salt For raita: 1 large English (hothouse) cucumber 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) nonfat or low-fat plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons honey Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 to 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice For garnish: Sliced almonds, toasted Small sprigs fresh cilantro Thinly sliced fresh mint leaves 2 limes cut into wedges Put the butter in the removable pot of a large pressure cooker. Add the eggplant, onion, cauliflower, bell pepper, apple, pineapple, ginger, garlic, chiles, dried fruit, curry powder, vadouvan, coconut, rice, stock, pepper flakes, and some salt to taste. Stir well. Place the pot inside the pressure cooker. Cover and seal the lid, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Set the timer to cook under pressure for 8 minutes. While the rice mixture is cooking, make the raita. Leaving the peel on the cucumber, grate it on the coarse holes of a grater. Wrap the shreds in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess liquid. In a bowl, combine the herbs, yogurt, honey, salt and pepper, and lime juice to taste. Stir in the cucumber. Cover and refrigerate until serving. When the cooking time is over, unplug the pressure cooker and leave it closed for 10 minutes while pressure releases on its own slowly; then, following the manufacturer’s instructions, quick-release any remaining pressure. Carefully remove the lid, stir, and spoon the rice mixture onto serving plates. Top with almonds, raita, cilantro and mint. Serve with lime wedges.
(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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