2017-06-17 - The Berkeley TImes

Vol. 23 - No. 2

In This Week’s Edition

THE BERKELEY

TIMES

MICROMEDIAPUBS.COM

Your FREE Weekly Hometown Newspaper For Bayville, Berkeley, Beachwood, Pine Beach, Ocean Gate and South Toms River

Dr. Izzy’s Sound News

Skate Park Attracts Athletes Of All Levels

See Page 14.

Community News!

| June 17, 2017

Barnegat Bay Clean-Ups Reach Inland

Don’t miss what’s happening in your town.

Pages 8-11.

Kids Coloring Raffle Page 6.

- Photo courtesy the NJ DEPAmeriCorps’ New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors cleaning up at Holiday City in Berkeley.

Letters To The Editor Page 7.

Dear Pharmacist Quick, What’s Red, Salty, Chewy And Tastes Like Bacon?

Page 15.

Inside The Law Workers Compensation Basics Page 12.

Dear Joel Should The Customer Get The Last Laugh?

Page 16.

Classified Ads Page 19.

Wolfgang Puck National Chocolate Ice Cream Day

Page 23.

Horoscope Page 23.

- Photos by Chris Lundy The skate park at Veterans Park will attract both beginners and experts.

By Chris Lundy the place of a previous Regional schools. galvanized hot-dipped BERKELEY — Lo- one that had fallen into The prior skate park steel. The goal was to cals, pros, and local disrepair and had to be was made of wood lam- make it open to a numpros swarmed the new replaced. It is located inate, said Councilman ber of different sports: skate park at its grand at Veterans Park, on Angelo Guadagno, who skateboarding, BMX opening.

Forest Hills Parkway, oversaw some of the riding, scooters, and (Park - See Page 4) The park is taking just east of the Central design. The new park is

Court Volunteers Honored For Their Dedication

By Jennifer Peacock LAKEWOOD – Court Appointed Special Advocates of Ocean County recently honored two people who make a difference to the organization.

CASA honored volunteer Barbara Brenner and Ocean County

Freeholder Joseph Vicari at CASA’s eighth annual Dining for a Cause at the Woodlake Country Club.

Brenner was named CASA’s advocate of the year, by unanimous decision.

“Bet ween our (CASA - See Page 5)

By Chris Lundy BERKELEY - Cleaning up the waterfront is one part of the problem, environmentalists said.

The other part is cleaning up the areas that drain to the waterfront.

During the Barnegat Bay Blitz clean-ups last week, employees from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection partnered with local workers to

clean areas of the Barnegat Bay watershed, including wooded areas that drain into the bay.

There were more than 100 clean-up sites in 33 municipalities, said Katie Ribsin, principal environmental specialist for the DEP, and cochair of the Barnegat Bay Blitz. This goal was to reach the entire 660 square miles of the

(Clean-Up - See Page 4)

Condo Development Discussed

By Sara Grillo SOUTH TOMS RIVER –Residents packed the South Toms River courtroom to voice their concerns over a 360-unit condo building they felt the 3,684-resident town does not need.

Mayor Oscar Cradle began the recent Township Council meeting by addressing some negative chatter that had been circulating on town-related social media pages about the proposed development.

“Those postings have been – I don’t want to say outright lies – but they’re not the whole truth,” he said.

The 3-story, 24-unit condominium building and Wawa on Chamberlain Street and Dover Road is being developed by ED Design Services through

a PILOT program, meaning the developer will pay South Toms River an annual payment in lieu of property taxes. The benefit lies in the fact that while property taxes tend to vary year to year based on market conditions, payments under a PILOT program are generally more stable because they are based on a percentage of the project’s annual revenue.

Borough Administrator Joseph Kostecki said that the PILOT program and resulting condominiums would help stimulate the local economy by generating higher property tax revenues and creating more energy efficient homes. The condos would also be owned by incoming residents, eliminating the issue of transient renters.

(Condo - See Page 13)

Free Transportation • In-Home & Outpatient PT Physical Therapy Center

1-(855)-3ALLCARE • www.AllCarePTC.com

Jackson • Barnegat • Brick • Toms River Whiting • Manchester • Forked River

Come experience the All-Care difference for yourself!

micromediapubs.com

Page 2, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

FUNDED IN PART BY A GRANT FROM THE BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS WWW.OCEANCOUNTYTOURISM.COM

JEFFERS ALUMINUM & REMODELING SUNROOMS

SCREENROOMS

PATIO COVERS

RAILING

10 SilverLine

by Andersen Replacement Windows w/ LoE & Argon 10’ X 16’ Sunroom on

10’ X 16’ Screenroom on

Existing Deck or Slab

Existing Deck or Slab

$15,779.00

$8,944.00

or *$272.98 for 84 Months

or *$154.73 for 84 Months

KITCHEN

BATH 5’ x 8’ Bathroom

$9,485.00

Includes New Tub or Shower w/ Fiberglass Walls, Tile Floor, New Toilet & 30” Vanity & Top or *$164.09 for 84 Months

10’ X 10’ Kitchen Installed $8,995.00 or *$155.61 for 84 Months

Includes Cabinets & Level 1 Granite Counter-Top Reconnection of plumbing in original location. Appliances not included.

LOW REDUCED RATE*

RAILING

48” Platform with 1 STEP White or Black Aluminum $396.00 White Vinyl $480

$4,200.00 Installed or *$72.66 for 84 Months

732-657-9000

*MENTION YOU SAW THIS AD IN THE TIMES!* 2486 Ridgeway Blvd • Manchester, NJ 08759

www.jeffersaluminum.com NJ Reg. No. 13VH06629600 *Fixed APR during the life of the loan. Subject to qualifying credit approval. Financing for GreenSky® consumer credit programs is provided by federally insured, federal and state chartered financial institutions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex or familial status.

micromediapubs.com

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 3

micromediapubs.com

Page 4, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

Get It Right The First Time!

We Help You Select The Right Wood, Vinyl & Carpets For YOUR Lifestyle

The Carpet + Hardwood Company

SINCE 1990!

Ocean County’s Lowest Price Flooring Warehouse ASK US ABOUT OUR NEW WATERPROOF

STOREWIDE SALE!

WOOD & TILE LOOK FLOORING!

SUPERPLUSH REMS & ROLLS IN STOCK GET A WHOLE HOUSE OF CARPET AT REM PRICING!

CALL 732-505-9601 TODAY! www.carpethardwoodtr.com • 1575 Rt. 37 West • Toms River Just East of North Hampton Blvd. The building with the Blue Stripe

SECRET G U I TAR S PRE-OWNED GUITARS & AMPS

WE HAVE MANY GUITARS FROM BEGINNER TO UNIQUE & UNUSUAL ...Come visit us...It’s an experience all its own All Age Lessons • Repairs

732-991-4177 • 1575 RT. 37 W • TOMS RIVER

WE BUY GUITARS, TOO!

Park:

Continued From Page 1 roller skaters. The facility could host events and competitions.

“We wanted to attract a crowd. The bigger the crowd, the less trouble you have. There’s safety in numbers,” he said.

While the old park was past its prime, its importance could not be understated, Guadagno said. It gives kids something to do. He was told by one of the local pros “This park saved my life.”

The day opened with some professional skaters, BMX riders, and scooter r ider s doi ng some demon st r at ion s.

Some were local and some had to travel: JonMarco Gaydos, Garrett Byrnes, Don Simoncini, Mike Shimak, Mike Fede, Mike Manfre, Anthony Cataldo, Nick Akerman, Jeff Winiavski, Kiara Meade, Tyler Nelson, and Scott Anderson were invited to attend. Another local celeb, motivational speaker Nick Santonastasso, was invited but couldn’t attend.

People we re e ncou r aged to st ick around after the park opening to meet the celebs and get free autographs and pictures.

A few of the local ones had been invited into the design process, Guadagno said. He wanted an expert view on how to make the best park possible.

JonMarco Gaydos, 14, of Brick, is ranked first in the country in his chosen sport, riding scooters. He travels all over the world to compete.

“I love it. I really do. The skate park in Lakewood is one of the best, and now I come here every other day,” he said, referencing the Incline Club.

When he was asked for his input in making the park, he suggested creating a mix of small and larger ramps to attract all ability levels.

Clean-Up:

Continued From Page 1 watershed.

To do this, the DEP partnered with 20 corporations and nonprofits, coordinated with the towns and the New Jersey Clean Communities Council. The “blitz” part is when approximately 5,000 volunteers descended on the area to pick up trash and recyclables.

She estimated that the group will have picked up close to 600 cubic yards of t rash f rom the watershed. Over the course of eight years of blitzes, the total will be about 32,000 volunteers and 5,000 cubic yards.

Often, the groups include school children. “We get to educate them now” in how important the environment is, she said.

Groups met in different locations in Berkeley. There were volunteers in the shore areas, such as Good Luck Point, who found debris left over from Superstorm Sandy. There were also volunteers more inland, in the wooded, sometimes marshy areas surrounding some of the

“At first, the ramps were really small.

If you want to go professional, obviously you have to have bigger ramps,” he said.

Another local pro, Tyler Akerman, agreed. The original plans called for a less challenging course that wouldn’t attract serious competitors. The way it is now, people will t ravel just to enjoy it.

“This is the best outdoor skate park in New Jersey,” said Akerman, who was also comparing it favorably against other parks in other states.

The park is designed to have a beginners course on one side, intermediate in the middle, and advanced on the other side.

It was built by the American Ramp Company, and has a 20-year warranty.

The park’s cost, $266,500, was found in unexpended funds in old bond ordinances, officials said. What this means is that when the town wants to do a project, they borrow money in the form of a bond. Sometimes, projects are finished for less than it was expected to cost. It was this leftover money that was used.

A few security cameras are aimed at the park, with the footage being beamed to the police department, in an effort to protect the township’s investment.

New lighting was also installed at the park, although the hours of operation are from dawn to dusk.

For the purposes of the skaters, the park is complete. For the purposes of the town, there are still a few more improvements to make. Guadagno said there will be an 8-foot fence and shrubs installed between the skate park and the playground to serve as a sound barrier.

There will be more signage as well.

The opening of the park shared some venue space with a car show benefitting the township’s D.A.R.E. program.

senior communities.

Berkeley was just one of many towns participating. Also included were Brick, Manchester, Howell, Jackson, and Barnegat. In Toms River, DEP Commissioner Scott Martin gave a short talk to the crowd before they began their work.

In Barnegat, a group met by the municipal dock on East Bay Avenue, an area that manages to have deer crossing signs near the dock.

Lauren Keltos was the captain of the clean-up for the DEP. She said that ordinarily, there would be a group of people on kayaks and canoes out in the water, cleaning areas that are otherwise inaccessible. However, the wind was so strong, and the air so cold, that it wouldn’t be safe to do so.

Instead, she split the 20 workers along two paths. She gave them instructions on how to sort what was being picked up (trash versus recyclables) and what not to pick up (medical waste, wildlife).

“We’re having a hard time finding trash,” she said hopefully. “The historic trash is gone. We’re picking up new stuff lately.”

micromediapubs.com

CASA:

Continued From Page 1 advocates, our supervisors…if you met her, you wouldn’t even ask that question,” CASA executive director Ariane Yazdan said.

Barone added that Brenner leads with her heart while maintaining some dispassion, to care and get the job done. “She does everything with a smile. You can’t not be around her and not just want to hug her and be happy.”

Brenner started volunteering with children about 35 years ago when her own son grew up and moved away. She has worked almost exclusively with teenagers.

“I just like teenagers. And I was just going through, looking for a job in Ocean County, and up popped CASA volunteers. And it mentioned children and I said, ‘That’s where I’m going.’”

Brenner said a “CASA kid” has told her she changed his life.

“When I first met him, he was 16 years old.

He was a young man who had contemplated suicide. And in September he’s starting Ocean County College,” Brenner said. “I believe everybody should give back. Nobody is an ornament on the face of the earth here. Do something.”

CASA is always looking for volunteers.

“The CASA volunteer is the one and only person that stays with the child the entire time they’re in the system. We are their voice,” Yazdan said. CASA volunteers ensure children are getting all services they are entitled to, and that their needs are being met. “They let them know they’re not alone, the most important thing.”

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 5 “It’s not instant gratification. Some volunteers come into it, or potential volunteers, thinking it’s like Big Brother Big Sister where you have instant gratification. This is a commitment.

A volunteer’s gratification is usually at the end when some kind of resolution is brought about,” Barone said.

Vicari was honored for his work supporting CASA and youth in general.

“He’s done so much for the children and for the residents of Ocean County over the years,” CASA board president Heather Barone said. “He was an educator, a superintendent

of schools. He is somebody who does a lot with Ocean County library system. He really promotes Ocean County the way it should be promoted.”

“I’ve been an educator for 39 years, and I realize the importance of children. That’s one of the reasons why I went into education many years ago,” Vicari said. “One reason why I got involved in politics, especially being a county freeholder for 36 years, is we help protect our greatest natural resource in Ocean County, and that’s our children. One of the things I’ve been sensitive about is the protection of children.

“One reason I’m involved [in CASA] and why it’s so important is, is it does more. Children get into trouble. But it’s not forever. We pick them up, we help them out,” Vicari said. “A troubled child, if you don’t take care of them, will be a broken child, and they wind up eventually in our jails.”

He said children should never get that far.

That’s where CASA steps in.

“They speak for those who can’t speak for themselves,” the freeholder said.

For more information, visit casaofocean county.org.

— Photos by Jennifer Peacock L-r, CASA executive director Ariane Yazdan, CASA Board President Heather Barone, Barbara Brenner.

Page 6, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

micromediapubs.com

micromediapubs.com

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 7

OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F eatured L etter Dredge The Nejecho Beach Lagoon Per Hurricane Sandy, the mouth of the Nejecho Beach lagoon in Brick shoaled up creating a hazard to navigation. In the fall of 2015, our boat hit bottom and spun into the nearby bulkhead causing a minor injury as well as property damage. Other incidents have followed.

Shoaling has only gotten worse, and many boats are now landlocked. While we are paying higher taxes consistent with property on a navigable waterway, it is now too dangerous to navigate.

We were informed that the mouths of the lagoons were under the auspices of the State of New Jersey (DEP, Coastal Management Office). I have sent multiple inquires and complaints to DEP Commissioner Bob Martin (on behalf of the Nejecho Beach Dredging Committee). However, he has not even had the courtesy to respond (cavalier behavior considering we are paying his salary).

We have likewise met with the mayor’s office, which agreed to have the lagoon surveyed, and their

survey confirmed that the lagoon mouth was in dire need of dredging.

Furthermore, the mayor’s office agreed to pay for a dredging permit from the state (at a cost of over $30K), but would not pay for the actual dredging. To make matters worse, multiple homes are in need of new bulkheads. In one case, this is causing the house to sink. However, the shoaling is preventing the contractors from getting their barges and equipment into the lagoon to do the work. Thus, this situation is likewise having a negative impact on local businesses.

The state has received a fortune in federal aid in conjunction with Sandy, but has done not absolutely nothing to rectify this situation. All levels of government (state, county, municipal) benefit from taxes, and all levels of government should be responsive to the taxpayers.

Perhaps they are waiting until these dangerous conditions result in a fatality?

John O’Donnell Nejecho Beach Dredging Committee

MICROMEDIA PUBLICATIONS, INC. MANCHESTER TIMES • BERKELEY TIMES BRICK TIMES • JACKSON TIMES • HOWELL TIMES • TOMS RIVER TIMES SOUTHERN OCEAN TIMES P.O. Box 521 • 15 Union Ave. • Lakehurst, NJ 08733

Phone: 732-657-7344 • Fax: 732-657-7388 e-mail: newsdesk@micromediapubs.com micromediapubs.com Stewart Swann, President & Publisher Robyn Weber, Vice-President Jason Allentoff, GM/Editor-In-Chief Allison Gradzki, Production Manager Chris Lundy, News Editor Sara Grillo, Assistant News Editor Adriana Starcic, Graphic Artist Ashley Emmons, Layout Designer Laura Hoban, Distribution Manager OFFICE CLOSED: Saturday and Sunday

Published Weekly.

Copyright by Micromedia Publications, Inc. All material printed in The Berkeley Times is copyrighted by Micromedia Publications, Inc. unless otherwise noted. The reproduction of the contents, in full or in part, is prohibited, unless permission is granted by Micromedia Publications, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Pinelands: No Profit From Development Credits The June 6, 2017 article (“Jackson Ordinance To Regulate Pinelands Payments”) that appeared on Micromedia.com contained several inaccuracies that warrant correction.

Contrary to the article, the New Jersey Pinelands Commission does not fund itself through Pinelands Development Credits (PDCs).

The Commission receives no money from the PDC Program, nor does it own, buy or sell PDCs. The Pinelands Development Credit (PDC) Program is a regional transfer of development rights program that preser ves important agricultural and ecological land. PDCs are allocated by the Commission to landowners in the Preser vation Area District, Special Agricultural Production Area and Agricultural Production Area, which are the sending areas. These credits can be purchased by property owners and developers who are interested in developing land in Pinelands Regional Growth Areas, which serve as the receiving areas. Typically, PDCs are used to increase residential densities in Regional Growth Areas.

The money that is gained from Regional Growth Areas is not used to purchase other lands for preservation. The money from the sale of PDCs goes directly to the seller, which in all

Letters To The EditorEach of us has the power cases is a landowner in the other Planet Fitness gyms Preservation Area District, Agricultural Production Area or Special Agricultural Production Area.

Currently, the average sales price for PDCs is $8,843 per development right. The price of PDCs is based on what the private market will bear. The Commission does not establish the selling price and is not involved in any of the sales transactions.

Developers do not pay the Pinelands Commission anything for PDCs. They pay the private owners of PDCs who have deed-restricted their properties and have credits to sell.

Additional information about the PDC Program is available at the following address on the Pinelands Com mission’s website: www.nj.gov/pinelands/infor/fact/PDCfacts.pdf.

Paul Leakan Communications Officer NJ Pinelands Commission

Why Can’t We Have Fox News At Jackson’s Planet Fitness?

The new marketing strategy for the Planet Fitness Franchise is “Live Free,” which is prominently displayed on their shirts that are given to new members who join the clubs. But apparently not in Jackson.

Ocean County has been a predominantly Republic stronghold for many years, yet Jackson Planet Fitness will not display Fox News on their TVs. We noticed

We Welcome Letters To The Editor!

The Berkeley Times welcomes all points of view for publication and provides this page as an open forum for residents to express themselves regarding politics, government, current events and local concerns.

All letters are printed as space allows unless deemed offensive by the editorial staff, and provided they are signed and include address & phone number for verification. Letters may not be printed if we cannot verify them. Names will not be

withheld from publication.

While most letters are printed as submitted, we reserve the right to edit or reject letters.

The weekly deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday. Mail or bring typed letters to: 15 Union Ave., Lakehurst, NJ 08733, fax 732-657-7388 or e-mail newsdesk@micromediapubs. com. Letters may be limited to one per month per writer at the editor’s discretion.

Opinions expressed in letters do not reflect those of Micromedia Publications.

provided Fox News, so we were pretty surprised when our request to have Fox News at our local Planet Fitness in Jackson was denied. I’m personally tired of watching CNN while working out.

We found the managers excuse that the Planet Fitness home office set the stations completely inaccurate.

After checking, the home office stated the local franchisee made that decision.

In fact we surveyed seven other local Planet Fitness locations in our area and all of them carry Fox News on their TVs. So what happened to our right of choice?

Raymond Cattonar Jackson, NJ

Honoring The Paris Climate Accord Are you, too, fighting mad about Trump pulling the U.S. out of the Paris cl i m a t e a c c o r d? T h e n l e t ’s f ig h t b a c k t h r e e times a day by adopting a n e c o -f r ie nd ly pla ntbased diet.

Yes, our diet is pivotal.

A 2010 United Nations r e p o r t bl a m e s a n i m a l ag r icult u re for 19 percent of greenhouse gas emissions, 38 percent of land use, and 70 percent of global freshwater consumption.

Carbon dioxide is emitted by burning forests to create animal past u res and by fossil fuels combustion to operate farm machinery, trucks, factory farms, and slaughterhouses. The more damaging methane and nitrous oxide are released from digestive tracts of cattle and from animal waste cesspools, respectively.

In an environmentally sustainable world, meat and dairy products in our diet must be replaced by veget ables, f r uit s, a nd grains, just as fossil fuels a r e r e pla c e d by w i nd , solar, and other pollution-free energy sources.

to protest Trump’s failure to mai nt ai n A me r ica’s leadership in moderating climate change, simply and effectively, by what we choose at the grocery store.

Henry Traconi Toms River, NJ

“Bail Reform” In New Jersey Has Been A Complete Disaster Previously, those who could not afford to post bail on their own would hire a bail bondsman or ma ke bail t h roug h t he assistance of friends and family, who ensure the defendant would appear in court, as their money wa s r id i ng on it. Now law enforcement is overburdened and unable to locate such fugitives, because they have been released without any surety and there isn’t any bounty hunter looking for them.

Innocent people accused of com m it t i ng se r iou s crimes are now stuck behind bars awaiting trial.

In the past, they could have been released, even w it h a ve r y h ig h b a i l and conditions such as house arrest as possible cond it ion s. Now t he re is no chance of pre-trial release.

“Bail Refor m” was sold on the basis that it would get poor people who would come to court released f rom jail. But even previously, a judge had the option of waiving any cash bond, and releasing the defendant on their own recognizance or conditions like house arrest.

Gover nor Ch r istie c o n n e d t h e s t a t e (i n cluding the NAACP and ACLU ) w it h h is “ Bai l Eli m i nat ion” pla n, but our next gover nor, Phil Murphy, must work to repeal this unconstitutional mess.

Rev. Dr. Eric Hafner Toms River, NJ

micromediapubs.com

Page 8, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Bayville McDonald’s Robbed Overnight By Two Workers

By Sara Grillo BAYVILLE – A Bayville McDonald’s was robbed in the overnight hours leading into Memorial Day by two of its own employees, who walked away with $3,144.52 from the restaurant’s safe, although not for very long.

Berkeley Police was called to investigate the incident by McDonald’s store management around 11 a.m. on May 29. They were told that two individuals had come into the store the previous night, went directly to where the safe was located and opened it using a combination. Two bank deposit envelopes

being stored inside were taken. There was no sign of forced entry to the restaurant doors or to the safe.

After an investigation by the Berkeley Police Department’s Detective Bureau under Detective Riccardelli, the two individuals were identified as McDonald’s employees James Carpenter, 20, and Brandon Baker, 19, both of Ocean Gate. The men were located by officers a short time later. Carpenter was charged with burglary and theft and remanded to the Ocean County Jail. Baker was also charged with burglary and theft but released on a summons.

Meadows Of Lake Ridge Trips

WHEN LOWER EYELIDS TURN OUTWARD

An outwardly turned or sagging eyelid is known as an “ectropion,” which may develop due to age-related tissue relaxation. As the wet, conjunctival surface of the inner eyelid is left exposed and vulnerable, excessive tearing, a gritty feeling in the eye, crusting of the eyelid, mucus discharge, and inflammation of the eye can develop. Left untreated, ectropion can lead to corneal dryness and irritation, which may pave the way for eye infections, corneal abrasions, or corneal ulcers. While artificial tears can provide temporary relief, surgical treatment of age-related ectropion involves shortening and tightening the lower eyelid. This usually involves an incision at the outside corner of the eyelid and reattachment of the eyelid to underlying tissues and the upper eyelid.

Ectropion can usually be diagnosed with a routine eye exam. Your doctor may pull on your eyelids during the exam or ask you to close your eyes forcefully. This helps him or her assess your eyelid’s muscle tone and tightness. To schedule an appointment, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A., at 732-349-5622. Our goal is to meet and exceed your expectations by providing friendly service, professional care, and quality products at affordable prices.

MARLBORO (732) 972-1015

TOMS RIVER (732) 349-5622

BRICK (732) 477-6981

BARNEGAT (609) 698-2020

www.oceancountyeye.com P.S. Ectropion may develop due to facial nerve paralysis (Bell’s palsy), trauma, scarring, or other injuries.

WHITING – The Meadows of Lake Ridge will take the following charity trips: September 26: Sands Casino in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Trip in includes transportation, driver gratuity, $30 casino credit and $5 food coupon.

November 28 to 30: Trip to Mohegan Sun Casino. Trip includes transportation, accommodations, driver gratuity, baggage

handling, two full buffets, vouchers, $30 free slot play and a visit to Foxwoods Casino with comps. Cost is $300 per person.

February 7 to 18: 11-day Panama Sunfarer on Holland American Zuiderdam sailing from Ft. Lauderdale. Cost is $1,399 plus airfare.

For information and reservations, call Charles at 609-978-0970.

American Polish Club Of Whiting Trips

WHITING – The American Polish Club of Whiting will take a few upcoming trips: August 23: Resorts Casino in Atlantic City for the Air Show featuring the Thunderbirds – Cost is $55 and includes $10 slot play, lunch, covered seating on the steel pier and round trip transportation.

October 2 to 4: Finger Lakes Wine Tour – Visit Bellhurst Castle on the shore of Lake Seneca, Sonneberg Gardens & Wine Center and Fox Run Vineyards, with a visit to Corning Museum of Glass. Cost is $389 per person.

For more information, call Ed at 732-3500216.

Bingo To Be Held

WHITING – Bingo is held each Tuesday at Audubon Lodge, Pine Ridge at Crestwood, 73 Martin Drive. Doors open at 5 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. The larger the crowd, the higher the payouts.

micromediapubs.com

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 9

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Sciencetellers To Set Sail At Ocean County Library Branches

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library will offer “Sciencetellers Present: Building Tall Ships & Pirate Tales” at eight branches this summer.

Sciencetellers provides positive, interactive and educational science programs. Library audiences will enjoy an action-packed adventure about quirky pirates on a desert island with interactive science experiments to bring the story to life.

Volunteers from the audience will participate in exploring the science behind clouds, combustion, air pressure and more. With mutiny and high-tide looming, they must rescue the salty captain and find a way to build a ship before all hope is lost.

Do not miss this lively nautical tale for ages five and up.

The performances will take place at the following branches: Brick Branch, 301 Chambers Bridge Rd., 732-477-4513, 2:30 p.m. on June 22.

Little Egg Harbor Branch, 290 Mathistown Road, 609-294-1197, 6:30 p.m. on June 22.

Barnegat Branch, 112 Burr Street, 609-6983331, 11 a.m. on June 23.

Tuckerton Branch, 380 Bay Ave., 609-2961470, 2 p.m. on June 23.

Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St., 732-349-6200, 10:30 a.m. on July 27.

Island Heights Branch, 121 Central Ave., 732-270-6266, 10:30 a.m. on August 1.

Upper Shores Branch, 112 Jersey City Ave., 732-793-3996, 3 p.m. on August 1.

Pt. Pleasant Beach Branch, 710 McLean Ave., 732-892-4575, 7 p.m. on August 1.

These programs are sponsored by the Ocean County Friends of the Library or their Association Groups. For more information about Sciencetellers visit sciencetellers.com.

The programs are free and open to the public, but registration is required. To register call the branch or visit theoceancounty library.org and click Events & News.

Free Family Movies On The Beach

SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Free Movies on the Beach return every Sunday and Tuesday at dusk. Movies are located on Carteret Avenue and audience members will be seated on the beach. Schedule is as follows: July 9: The Secret Life of Pets.

July 11: Big Hero 6.

July 16: The Wild Life.

July 19: The Lego Batman Movie.

July 23: Storks.

July 25: The Angry Birds Movie.

July 30: Finding Dory.

August 1: Wreck-It Ralph.

August 6: Moana.

August 8: Monsters University.

August 13: Despicable Me 2.

August 15: Minions August 20: The BFG. August 22: Sing.

August 27: Finding Nemo.

August 29: Beauty & The Beast.

Kites & Castles Every Thursday

LAVALETTE – The Lavallette Business Association presents Kites & Castles every Thursday at 7 p.m. starting June 29 at Philadelphia Avenue Beach.

Join us for a themed sand castle contest and kite flight. There will be a grand prize winner every week, plus prizes for all participants.

Dates and themes for the summer include: June 29: Best of Summer.

July 6: 4th of July.

July 13: Sea Creatures.

July 27: Disney.

August 3: Outer Space.

August 10: Zoo Animals.

August 17: Cartoons.

August 24: Back to School.

Visit enjoylavalette.com for more information.

MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS! Expand your patient base by advertising in Micromedia Publications’ 7 weekly newspapers. Call 732-657-7344 to find out how!

PROPAN E WE GIVE FULL 20 LB TANKS

OCEAN COUNTY NJ ONLINE

Refilled for ONLY

Your Gateway Resource to Ocean County NJ Information

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

♦ Ocean County Events ♦ Community Information ♦ Business Listings

$

14

95

642 Fischer Blvd. • Toms River, NJ

732.228.7958

www.OceanCountyNJOnline.com

The Latest in Vision Correction Technology B. Athwal, MD • H. Athwal, MD • L. Athwal, MD • D. McDonald, MD

Eye Physicians & Surgeons

COMPLETE EYE CARE SERVICES Routine Eye Exams • Laser Cataract Surgery • Glaucoma Premium Lens Implants • Diabetes • Dry Eye Clinic Corneal Transplants • Optical Boutique • Contact Lenses

Botox • Facial Esthetics • Lid Lifts

LASIK, PRK, Vision Correction Call for a FREE consult to discover your options

We Accept Medicare & Most Health Plans 14 Mule Road • Toms River, NJ

732-286-0900

550 Rt. 530, Ste #19 • Whiting, NJ athwaleye.com

732-350-9191

Gardening

& Landscaping •••

is what I&G Farms is all about!

OPEN DAILY: 9am-6pm

Our greenhouses are filled with a vast array of colors to brighten up your day!

Come visit and let us help you with all your landscape & flower garden needs!

OUR GOURMET FARM MARKET GRAND OPENING IS JUNE 24TH! Local fruits, vegetables and gourment items will be available!

Annuals • Perennials • Hanging Baskets • Planters Trees • Shrubs • Garden Supplies • Bagged Soils & Mulch DELIVERY AVAILABLE! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK • IG FARMS

Buy Direct From Your Local Grower & Save!

150 Whitesville Rd (Rt 527) • Jackson, NJ 08527 Family Run For Over 33 Years! 732-364-0308 • www.iandgfarms.com

micromediapubs.com

Page 10, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Bayville Volunteer First Aid Squad Update

A FULL SERVICE LAW FIRM 189 Route 37 • Toms River, NJ (1/4 Mile W. of GSP) 74 Brick Blvd. • Brick, NJ (The Pavillion) 623 Lacey Rd. • Forked River, NJ

732-349-4949

Silvio M. Silvi Neil D. Honschke Ralph F. Fedele

• Personal Injury • Workers’ Compensation • Municipal Court • Wills / Living Wills / POA • Estate Probate • Estate Administration • Real Estate Closings

PROMPT & PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATION

www.sfhlaw.com

BAYVILLE – The Bayville Volunteer First Aid Squad was called on in May to respond to 153 calls for medical emergencies from the citizens of Berkeley Township, as well neighboring towns. Those calls included two assaults, 15 calls due to patients falling and requiring medical treatment, 17 patients who had respiratory problems, three calls for unconscious patients, four who had seizures, six patients who fainted or were semi-conscious and 13 patients who had cardiac emergencies. Fifty-five patients were either treated on scene or required transportation to the local hospitals. Using our mutual aid agreements, we had 38 calls that were handled by other first aid squads. Due to our current shortage of members, nine calls were handled by Berkeley EMS. The squad continues to still seek new members, drivers, ambulance attendants and

OVER 56 YEARS OF CREATING HAPPY PATIENTS & BEAUTIFUL SMILES

BEACHWOOD Dental Arts & Lab

BRICK Dental Arts

990 Cedar Bridge Ave. • Brick

732.920.1188

659 Atlantic City Blvd. • Beachwood • 732.349.0555 Implants restore quality, dignity and beauty to your life!

FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY EVERYONE CAN AFFORD! Implant Dentistry for Teeth Replacement or Implant-Supported Dentures • Emergency 1 Day Dentures Customized Dentures • Facial Rejuvenation Invisalign • Whitening Insurance Claims Processed • FREE Consults for full dentures!

Member of the ICOI - International Congress of Oral Implantologists American Academy of Facial Aesthetics

Our dentures are guaranteed against missing teeth or cracks for 1 year!

DENTURE REPAIRS DONE IN 1-2 HOURS (Done In Our On-Site Lab)

We Can Fix Loose Lower Dentures To Make Them Snug!

732-349-0555

Evening Appointments Available, Most Insurance Accepted

FREE CONSULT

FOR FULL DENTURES!

($50.00 VALUE)

With coupon. Not to be combined with any other offers.

FREE CONSULT

FACIAL REJUVENATION

($75.00 VALUE)

With coupon. Not to be combined with any other offers.

www.beachwooddentalarts.com | Like us on Facebook!

If Eligible We Offer Interest-Free Care Credit

emergency medical technicians who will help us reduce the amount of calls being staffed by other squads. Weekday shifts (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.) are ideal for those who are retired (our oldest active member is 75 years young) and looking to help their community. We have weekend days (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and weekend nights (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.) that also need staffing. We also welcome any new members for the Squad Cadet program (16 years to 18 years of age) and the Squad Woman’s Auxiliary organization. If you want to help you can join these groups by going to our website at joinbayvillefirstaid.com and filling out the application form. If you have any questions on membership you can email us at joinbayvillefirstaidsquad@gmail.com.

If you would like to have a squad member address your group or visit your school or organization, please let us know and we will be happy to have one of our members provide a short overview of the squad. This can be accomplished with a quick email to bayvillefirstaidsquad@outlook.com -- Subject: Guest Speaker.

Vacation Bible School Registration

FORKED RIVER – The Forked River Presbyterian Church will hold a free Vacation Bible School during the week of July 24 to 28.

Children from ages 3 years (must be fully potty trained) through those entering sixth grade are welcome to attend from 8:45 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The theme is Maker Fun Factory: Created

by God, Built for a Purpose. Vacation Bible School will include Bible stories, games, crafts, a snack and most of all: FUN. Registration forms are available on our website: forkedriverpres.org/Events or at the church office on Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Deadline to register is July 19.

The church is also featuring a Summer Sunday School on Sunday mornings from July 9 to August 27. While parents attend worship service, children entering kindergarten through sixth grade will enjoy special time consisting of Bible stories, games, crafts, singing, a snack and fun. Bring your children to the worship service at 10 a.m. They will leave for Summer Sunday School after the Children’s Time.

The church is located at 131 North Main Street (Route 9) and everyone is welcome.

Bus Trip To Delaware Park Casino

BERKELEY – The Holiday City South Men’s Club will take a bus trip to Delaware Park Casino and Racetrack on June 29.

The bus leaves from the HCS parking lot at 9:30 a.m. for live horse racing. Post time is 1:15 p.m. Price is $30 with a slot play of $30 included. Bus departs from the casino at 6 p.m.

Tickets will be on sale Monday through Friday between 9:30 and 11 a.m. at the HCS Clubhouse. All are welcome to come.

Any questions, call Joe Coakley at 732-2813050.

micromediapubs.com

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 11

Community News C lub N ews , A ctivities , E vents & A nnouncements

Geriatric Institute To Present Program At Bartley Healthcare

JACKSON – Bartley Healthcare is partnering with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus (MMCSC) Geriatrics Institute to host an educational seminar on June 30 at 3 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room at Bartley’s campus, 175 Bartley Road.

The presenters will be Claire Verruni, RN and Melanie Vernacchia, APN from Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus. Claire and Melanie will be discussing the benefits of the newly established Geriatrics Institute at MMCSC. They plan to discuss their capabilities and services, and how it can benefit Bartley and the rest of the community.

The MMCSC Geriatrics Institute, which opened its doors in mid-November, provides integrated inpatient and outpatient geriatric services for patients 65 and older. The third floor of Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus houses the inpatient, outpatient and community education aspects of geriatric medicine, all in one location. Physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and audiologists will also be located on this floor to accommodate the needs of patients as they

transition from inpatient to outpatient care.

Further complementing the Geriatrics Institute are the Geriatric Emergency Medicine (GEM) Unit, created to meet the more complex needs of seniors in emergency care, and the Acute Care for Elders (ACE) Unit, an inpatient unit utilizing an interdisciplinary approach to collaboratively develop a patient-centered care plan.

Anyone interested in attending this seminar should contact Lindsay Constantino, Marketing Coordinator at Bartley Healthcare at 732-370-4700, ext. 1368 or lconstantino@ bartleyhealthcare.com by June 26.

For over 31 years, Bartley Healthcare is a nationally recognized for its geriatric care, providing quality individual focused memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation and assisted living services for residents on its 25acre campus in Jackson, New Jersey. Bartley Healthcare is Joint Commission accredited, with special certification for their Memory Care and Post-Acute Programs. For more information, visit the Bartley website: bartley healthcare.com or call today at 732-370-4700.

Low Maintenance Landscaping Guide Available In Spanish

OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Soil Conservation District (OSCSD) is pleased to announce that its publication “Low Maintenance Landscaping for the Barnegat Bay Watershed” (in its fifth printing) is now available for the first time in Spanish, in electronic format.

Gisselle Meza, a highly motivated student at Georgian Court University, dedicated over 200 hours translating the literature as part of her Service Learning course requirement. Efforts to coordinate the project were accomplished

by Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority (BTMUA). The Low Maintenance Landscaping guide is a comprehensive, yet user-friendly booklet that offers an 8-step process to designing a low maintenance and environmentally friendly landscape appropriate for Ocean County’s sandy soils and unique conditions.

8 Simple Steps: 1. Proper Soil Preparation – Soil is the foundation of any landscape 2. Careful Plant Selection – Use native plants adapted to local conditions (jerseyyards.org) 3. Reduced Lawn Size- A small lawn is easier

and less expensive to maintain 4. Minimal Watering – Water lawns and gardens only when needed 5. Mulching – Conserve water, reduce weeds, add organic matter to your soil 6. Limited Fertilization - Get your soil tested; follow the New Jersey Fertilizer Law 7. Proper Pruning – Pruning keeps plants healthy 8. Environmentally Friendly Pest Control – Invite “good” bugs into your landscape By thoughtfully managing our landscapes, we can all become stewards of Barnegat Bay and our local environment. Our landscaping and lawn care choices have a direct impact on our water quality and quantity, and our enjoyment of the natural resources of the area.

If you would like more information on the resources of the Ocean County Soil Conservation District, please visit our website at soildistrict.org. To access the Spanish version of the Low Maintenance Landscaping guide, please visit soildistrict.org/ wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Spanish-Translation-of-Low-Maintenance-Landscaping-Guide-2017.pdf.

HAVEN / Beat The Street Flapjack Fundraiser

TOMS RIVER – HAVEN / Beat the Street will be hosting a Flapjack Fundraiser on July 22 from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Applebee’s inside the Ocean County Mall, 1201 Hooper Ave. The cost of breakfast is $15 with proceeds going to benefit HAVEN / Beat the Street and its mission of helping those in need.

Serving the poor in Ocean & Monmouth Counties, HAVEN / Beat The Street Inc. is a non-profit organization that is designed to assist all categories of people in need,

including homeless families, single individuals and the impoverished. They focus on solutions such as rental assistance subsides and utility assistance, transportation, emergency shelter, nutritious food, information and referrals.

Anyone interested in purchasing tickets should contact event chair Scott Martin at scottmartin567@gmail.com or call 732-2670455. Tickets can also be purchased online through PayPal at havenstreets.org.

micromediapubs.com

Page 12, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

R.C. Shea & Assoc.

Inside The Law Workers’ Compensation Basics

Assisted Living for the Memory Impaired

Robert C. Shea Esq.

By Robert C. Shea, Esq. and Christopher R. Shea of R.C. Shea and Associates

In New Jersey, if you sustain an injury arising out of or in the course of your employment, you are entitled to certain benefits under the law. This is more specifically set forth in the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act. Primarily, should your injury require medical attention, the Workers’ Compensation carrier for your employer is to provide this to you.

The insurance carrier pays for reasonable and necessary medical care until you reach a medical plateau. In turn, however, the insurance carrier does have the right to direct your medical care. In other words, the insurance carrier has the opportunity to choose the physicians with whom you treat, as well as the facilities where any treatment or therapy is administered.

In the event that your injury is such that you are medically unable to work for more than seven days, the New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Act provides that the insurance company is to pay temporary disability benefits. This entitles you to 70 percent of your wages, up to the statutory maximum for the year in which you sustained the injury. These payments continue until the authorized physician permits you to return to work or until you reach a medical plateau, whichever is sooner.

Should permanent effects of your injury remain after achieving a medical plateau, you may be entitled to benefits to compensate for those permanent effects. This is based on a statutory value determined according to the part of your body which was injured and the permanent residuals of your treatment and injury. This process progresses after your physician has returned you to gainful employment. In the event that you are deemed medically unable to return to work, you may be entitled to total disability benefits.

OPEN HOUSE!

Saturday, June 17th 1:00-3:00PM 320 Herbertsville Rd. Tours & Light Refreshments!

FREE Memory Screening!

New Jersey’s Premier Alzheimer’s Community Come and learn the Four Pillars of Alzheimer’s Prevention CALL 732-290-CARE (2273) TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

Alzheimer’s Support Group

1st Saturday of Each Month at Noon (Call for details)

In a Safe, Comfortable Setting Like the Home They’ve Always Known!

Private bedrooms • Professional nurses available 24 hrs 3 meals daily, snacks & beverages • Bathing, toileting, ambulating & dressing Housekeeping & laundry service • Special diets available Walking paths • Safe, secure grounds • Stimulating activities Daily, respite or long-term • 24-hr supervision • Alzheimer’s specialists Fully licensed and governed under the NJ Department of Health & Senior Service.

732-290-CARE (2273) www.alcoeurgardens.com

The questions often arises, “What happens Christopher R. Shea Esq. if I am injured during the course of my duties as a volunteer for a municipality?” It has been determined that volunteer firefighters, first aid or rescue squad workers, ambulance drivers, forest fire wardens or firefighters, board of education members and auxiliary or special reserve police officers are provided for within the Workers’ Compensation Act in New Jersey.

Although, as a volunteer as listed above one would not have been compensated for the acts performed within the scope of that position, if injured while performing those duties, and medically unable to work, you would be entitled to compensation at the maximum rate for the year of that injury. Furthermore, the injured volunteer is entitled to reasonable and necessary medical treatment as if an employee.

In the event that the volunteer suffers permanent residuals from the injury in question, the volunteer would also have the right to seek payment for those residuals, the same as if a paid employee.

The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney. Call or visit our firm at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, our Manchester Area at 732-4089455 or our Brick Area at 732-451-0800. Email us at rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at rcshea.com.

Our clients’ success is our greatest reward.

Brick • 320 Herbertsville Road Toms River • 1126 Lakewood Road

732-505-1212 ● RCSHEA.COM

BERGE HVACR, INC.

“Come Home to Quality”

$

Any Service Call With coupon.

Cannot be combined.

Master HVACR Contractor #19HC002777000 Locally Owned & Operated • Fully Certified Technicians Free Estimates on New & Replacement Equipment • 20 Years of Customer Satisfaction Fast, Courteous Service • Expert Service on ALL Makes & Models Replacement of Heating & Air Conditioning • Gas Conversions Service Contracts • Warranty on All Work Done

OFF 20 OFF $150 Replacement of Existing AC System With coupon. Cannot be combined.

150 OFF $250 OFF

$

Heat Pump Installation

Air Conditioning Installation

With coupon. Cannot be combined.

With coupon. Cannot be combined.

0% FINANCING AVAILABLE! VETER AN DISCOUNTS!!

ENSURE YOUR COMFORT, CALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE!

1861 CAMDEN AVENUE, WHITING • 732-350-4666 • NJ HIC# 13VH01014600

Sunday Worship Services of Holy Communion at 10 a.m. &Wednesday spoken Holy Communion at 9 a.m.

Christ Lutheran Church The Rev. Dr. J. Francis Watson, Pastor 40 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting, NJ 08759 Phone 732.350.0900 • Fax 732.350.0343 E-mail: christlutheranchurch2@verizon.net Website: christlutheranwhiting.com

micromediapubs.com

Condo:

Continued From Page 1 “PILOTs always generate more revenue than the current property generates, and they help reduce the property tax burden on all the taxpayers by generating new revenue that otherwise did not exist,” said Kostecki.

Mayor Cradle added that he and the council is trying to generate new ratables in town. “If we do nothing, we’re going to end up having the same amount of money coming in and a lot more going out. Because of that, what will happen is we’ll decrease services to the town.”

After Kostecki and Cradle discussed the project, they opened the meeting up to a public hearing and allowed residents to voice their comments and concerns before the first reading of an ordinance to adopt the redevelopment plan.

Longtime residents, such as Robert Taylor, were quick to share their disagreement about the project.

“I don’t think anybody really understood it. He said a lot real quick,” Taylor said, referring to Kostecki’s explanation of the PILOT program.

“Over the last two, three weeks, myself and a few other people have been going out and seeing how the people feel about this and a lot of people don’t know about it and a lot of people don’t want it because nobody explained anything to them,” he said.

Traffic and overcrowding was also a concern among residents, especially when it comes to schools, even though officials said the development would add only 12 children to South Toms River Elementary School.

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 13 On the other hand, the borough has a resident advisory board that has been very involved in the project. After a study was done to show the area was clear for redevelopment, a conceptual was brought to the board for review.

Citizen members made suggestions, such as moving some buildings back a few feet to create a stronger barrier, which the developer has since incorporated into the plan. Kostecki said that after the last council meeting, seven more residents signed up to join the board. As new members join, they are able to go back into the community and share what’s going on with the project, which is a good thing, since Cradle says he doesn’t want people to have to rely on Facebook to get their information.

He also pointed out that there’s still a long road ahead before any ground is broken.

“We’re at the beginning of this process. There will be numerous meetings between now and when we negotiate with the developer what money will be coming into South Toms River,” said Cradle.

The redevelopment plan still needs to be sent over to the Pinelands Commission. Although they have already provided the borough with some early feedback, it could take another 2-3 months for them just to review the plan before setting up their own public comment session for residents. That might take the project out until August or September.

The developer, ED Design Services, is involved in quite a few projects in the area.

A public hearing on the redevelopment plan will be held at the Township Council meeting, held on June 26 at 7 p.m. at the municipal building.

Free Singing Lessons Mark Oceanaire’s 60th Anniversary

By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – There’s a lot of enjoyment to be had from singing – whether it is for yourself or for an audience. Why not learn from a group with six decades of experience?

The Oceanaires are celebrating their 60th anniversary this year. In recognition of that, they are providing free singing lessons every Tuesday at the New Life Church in Toms River.

Their style is uniquely American, in the form of barbershop harmony, which dates back to the late 19th century. You’ve probably seen them performing at local events.

Even if you haven’t, you know what barbershop sounds like. It’s a cappella (which means without accompaniment), with fourpart harmony. There’s a lead singer, a tenor, a baritone, and a bass.

While the Oceanaires sing traditional songs and 1950s and 1960s classics like “Take Me Out To The Ballgame” and “Under the Boardwalk,” they also stretch their talent into other songs as well.

Despite the classics that they perform, they have members of all ages, including a few in their 20s. The Oceanaires is the Ocean County chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, which is nationwide.

The classes, called Ready, Set, Sing!, provide a series of lessons. One class might focus on voice fundamentals, another on harmony.

However, anyone can attend any number that

they wish. Any ability level is welcome, from beginner to expert.

“If someone likes to sing and carry a tune if they can sing Happy Birthday reasonably well – we can teach them how to sing,” says Joe Mack, of Long Beach Island, a retired advertising executive and longtime member of The Oceanaires. “It’s fun to sing. We take people at every level - from those who have only sung in the shower to people who have performed on stage. Give us six Tuesday evenings, and you’ll have all the skills you need.”

The Oceanaires is more than just about the appreciation of the arts – it’s also about sharing that appreciation with others through performances. They appear frequently at a variety of venues, including nursing homes, hospitals, libraries, fundraisers, and other community events.

“Our mission is to enrich lives through singing,” Mack said. “We try to sing songs that people know and like. Last year, we focused on Sinatra songs to celebrate his 100th birthday. This year, we are focusing on songs of Broadway.”

Meetings are Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. at the New Life Church, located at 700 Main Street in Toms River. To sign up for Ready, Set, Sing!, email lessons@ oceanaires.com or call 732-503-8611. For further information about the group, visit oceanaires.com or Facebook.com/OceanairesNJ. You can also watch a video here: youtube.com/watch?v=Ve16SQWgGyA.

CHIMNEYS • GUTTERS • ROOFING • MASONRY

Busy Bee

Chimney & Gutter Cleaning • New Roofs Steps & Sidewalks

$39 CHIMNEY CLEANING – $85 GUTTER CLEANING

10% OFF WITH THIS AD

Owned & Operated by Mike Umstead

732-240-0488

HIC #13VH06729000

IS ADDICTION RUINING YOUR LIFE? WE CAN HELP. SUBOXONE AND INTERNAL MEDICINE & URGENT CARE SERVICES OF MENLO PARK 42 Parsonage Rd, Suite B, Edison, NJ 08837 TEL: 732.947.9486 OFFICE HOURS: Mon. 2-6pm • Tues. 1-6pm • Fri. 1-6pm Convenient Saturday Hours: 8am-12pm NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY | WED/THURS/SUNDAY: CLOSED VERY REASONABLE OFFICE FEES

GET READY FOR YOUR ROAD TRIP THIS SUMMER SEASON! LOWEST PRICES IN TOWN...

GUARANTEED!

FREE FREE WITH THIS AD

WITH THIS AD

ALIGNMENT CHECK

MOUNTING •BALANCING VALVE STEMS•TIRE DISPOSAL

With coupon. Exp: 6/30/17

Can be combined. Exp: 6/30/17

Includes check for abnormal wear on tires and front end display.

with Purchase of Tires

1406 Route 37 East - Toms River - 732.270.6700 - www.discounttirenj.com

micromediapubs.com

Page 14, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

SHORE FOOT CARE

DR. B. MEYERBERG Gentle Foot Care in a Warm & Caring Atmosphere

1-888-763-FOOT (3668) Ingrown Toenails • Corns • Fungal Nails Diabetic Foot Care • Callouses Foot & Heel Pain • Burning Feet Provider of Diabetic Shoes and Insoles MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED 413 Lakehurst Road • Suite 300 • Toms River, NJ 08755

H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Presented By: Isidore Kirsh, Ph.D., F.A.A.A. (N.J. Lic. #678)

House Calls for the Homebound

Dr. Isidore Kirsh Ph.D., F.A.A.A.

Two Ears Are Better Than One I was giving a seminar at Community Medical Center on hearing loss and I asked the question, “How many people are wearing hearing aids?” I was astonished that only 10 out of 100 people were wearing hearing aids and most were over the age of 70 years. I then asked the question, “How many people feel that they have hearing difficulty?”

Answer: 70/100 or 70 percent.

It is a fact that 60-70 percent of all seniors experience hearing difficulty, particularly in noisy group situations. Most of the folks that were wearing hearing aids at the seminar could not hear properly in groups and most were only wearing one hearing aid.

Our hearing mechanism is bin-

aural; that is, we process speech through both ears and the brain interprets the information that it receives. Balanced hearing helps the brain interpret speech information, particularly if there is noise in the environment. Anybody with hearing loss in two ears should be wearing two hearing aids for “binaural balance.”

If you have a loved one or friend wearing only one hearing aid, I can guarantee you he/she is not satisfied with the hearing instrument. In fact, the satisfaction rate is 20 percent higher with two hearing aids.

Remember, we have two ears for a reason. You will always hear more naturally and clearly if you use them together.

Dr. Izzy and his staff are always available to answer most of your questions regarding your hearing health.

His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-818-3610 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Expanded Whiting Hours!

Manage Your High Blood Pressure To Add Five Years To Your Life Expectancy

20 Hospital Dr. • Suite 12 • Toms River, NJ 08755

732.244.2299

www.newjerseymemory.com

NEW JERSEY – At age 50, total life expectancy is about five years longer for people with normal blood pressure than for people with hypertension, or high blood pressure.

The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association encourages everyone to know their blood pressure levels and reduce their numbers and risk, to help live healthier and stronger for an extra five summers, or more.

“High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a disease and can have deadly health consequences if not treated,” asserts Dr. Perry Weinstock, member of the Southern NJ American Heart Association and American Stroke Association Regional Board of Directors and Chief of Cardiology at Cooper University Hospital. “It’s sometimes called ‘the silent killer’ because high blood pressure has no symptoms, so you may not be aware that it’s damaging your arteries, heart and other organs.”

About 80 million U.S. adults have been diagnosed with high blood pressure. The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association encourages everyone to check their blood pressure, which takes just a few minutes at your doctor’s office, at a blood pressure machine located at many local pharmacies or by using a home monitoring device.

By knowing your numbers, gauging and

managing your risk for high blood pressure, you can help get those extra summers. The American Heart Association’s High Blood Pressure Health Risk Calculator helps gauge your risk of having a heart attack or stroke and developing heart failure and kidney disease. You’ll also learn how a few lifestyle changes can lower your blood pressure and your health risks, then print your risk report to discuss with your healthcare professional. It’s available online at heart.org/HBPRiskCalc.

Science has identified several factors that can increase your risk of developing high blood pressure and thus your risk for heart attack, heart disease and stroke.

Risks among certain groups is higher, including African Americans and women, who, starting at age 65, are more likely to have HBP than men. Note that high blood pressure can happen at any age– in fact, children can develop high blood pressure, too.

Risk factors for developing high blood pressure, or hypertension, include family history, advanced age, gender-related risk patterns, sedentary lifestyle, poor diet/high-sodium diet, being overweight or obese and drinking too much alcohol.

High blood pressure is just one condition that increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. Learn about other heart disease and stroke risk factors at heart.org/risk.

micromediapubs.com

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 15

H ere ’ s T o Y our H ealth Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

Quick, What’s Red, Salty, Chewy And Tastes Like Bacon?

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. I’m actually talking about dulse (rhymes with pulse), which is a kind of seaweed, or technical-ly a form of algae that grows attached to rocks near the shore of the Northern Atlantic and Pa-cific oceans.

Its leaves are roughly the same shape as bacon, which is ironic because when you pan fry dulse, it actually tastes kind of like bacon… especially if you’re drunk!

Nah, I’m just kidding about being drunk, it really does taste a little bit like bacon.

Don’t roll your eyes at me, I’m totally serious.

Unlike bacon, dulse is a superfood.

The high content of minerals makes it particularly useful for the production of ‘thyroxine’ thyroid hormone.

Dulse comes in many forms, even powder. Think of that like you would salt, and just sprinkle it on soups, chicken, salads, popcorn and stir frys. It might also replace some of the salt in your food.

But my favorite way to eat it is pan-fried, which is when it comes close to tasting like bacon. I have a simple recipe posted there for a DLT (Dulse, Lettuce and Tomato) sandwich, and a comprehensive version of this article with precautions.

Sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen. com and I’ll email it. If you’re al-ready a subscriber, you will automatically receive your copy. Dulse has powerful antioxidant properties and can inhibit runaway cell proliferation, plus it provides the following nutrients plus several others not listed here: Carotenoids.

These are potent antioxidants, like alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, lutein and

zeaxanthin, all of which are known to be good for healthy eyesight, reducing free radical damage, and decreasing the risk or dura-tion of chronic illness.

Iodine.

Iodine is essential for your thyroid to be able to produce enough thyroid hormone and iodine deficiency is very common.

But it’s not just for your thyroid, it’s needed in all your cells espe-cially your reproductive organs and immune function.

Iron.

This mineral is necessary to make a protein called hemoglobin, which acts like a tow truck and lugs oxygen all over your body. It supports the health of your blood, helping to prevent anemia. Iron is also vital to carry out dozens of life-sustaining chemical reactions throughout your body.

Potassium.

Potassium is a vasodilator and functions as an electrolyte to help balance sodium; this regulates fluid balance in your cells so it supports healthy blood pressure.

Potassium provides for an alka-line environment which counters common acidosis caused by a fast-food Western diet.

Vitamin A. This skin and vision-loving nutrient can also boost immunity by keeping your mucous mem-branes ‘wet’ and strong, meaning that they are empowered to filter particles and pathogens be-fore they enter your body.

Free Glutamate.

Dulse has a lot of glutamic acid, as does most shellfish and seaweed. It is not the same as the food additive MSG but it can sometimes behave that way in a small percentage of people.

Providing Home Care Services in NJ and PA for Over 20 Years.

PreferredCares.com Care for Seniors, Adults & Pediatrics • Skilled Nursing (RNs, LPNs) Adult & Pediatric Ventilator Care • Personal Care Home Health Aides • 24-Hour Live-In Aides Private Pay, Insurance, HMOs & Medicaid RN Supervision on ALL Levels of Care

24 HOURS A DAY • 7 DAYS A WEEK LICENSED, BONDED, INSURED

(This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condition. Suzy Cohen is the author of “The 24-Hour Pharmacist” and “Real Solutions.” For more information, visit www.SuzyCohen.com) ©2017 SUZY COHEN, RPH. DISTRIBUTED BY DEAR PHARMACIST, INC.

TUNE IN TO

PREFERRED COMPANY!

GET THE BEST CHIROPRACTIC ADJUSTMENT OF YOUR LIFE.

Featuring

Avoid the Snap, Crackle, Pop Our practice now offers a unique, breakthrough approach to patient care called Koren Specific Technique (KST).

There is no twisting, turning, “cracking” or “popping” of joints with KST; instead, you receive gentle, specific corrections to your spine and structural system. Most adjustments or corrections are done either standing or sitting.

Find out why people suffering from sciatica, migraine, colitis, chronic pain, thoracic hump, poor posture, disc problems, depression, dyslexia, sleeping difficulties, autism and many other conditions rave about KST.

VIP CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Mark Lynch, DC

222 Serpentine Drive, Bayville Serving Bayville & Forked River area for 28+ years Certified Massage therapy available Mon.-Sat. Most Ins. Accepted

(732) 269-BACK (2225)

Joel Markel and Marianne Levy

Your Year-Round Resource for Seaside Heights

Weekdays, Monday–Friday from 8-10 a.m.

♦ Beach Cam ♦ Beach & Surf Conditions ♦ Restaurants ♦ Discount Hotel/Motel Rooms ♦ Attractions

JOIN US FOR FUN AND SURPRISES INCLUDING: Trivia Contests • Prizes Special Guests & MUCH MORE!

www.SeasideHeightsNJOnline.com

Visit our website at preferredradio.com

micromediapubs.com

Page 16, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

Murat Karatepe, M.D. FACC Board Certified in Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology & Echocardiography

Asu Rustenli, M.D. FACC

Board Certified in Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, Echocardiography, Cardiovascular CT, Vascular Medicine & Vascular Interpretation (RPVI)

Invasive & Non-Invasive Cardiology

Comprehensive Cardiac Care

Echocardiography (including Transesophageal) Cardiac Catheterizations • Cardiac Nuclear Stress Testing Holter Monitoring

MURAT KARATEPE, MD 2101 Lake Road Whiting, NJ

25 Mule Rd. Suite B2 • Toms River

732-505-9005

Hours by Appointment AFFILIATED WITH COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER

RC R.C.SHEA S

&ASSOCIATES COUNSELLORS AT LAW

HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT OR ON THE JOB? AUTO ACCIDENT, SLIP & FALL, DOG BITES, PRODUCT LIABILITY, MEDICAL MALPRACTICE AND WORKER’S COMPENSATION SERIOUS LEGAL MATTERS REQUIRE SERIOUS AND EXPERIENCED ATTORNEYS

Dear Joel

Should The Customer Get The Last Laugh?

Dear Joel, I’m a waitress in a diner. I have a good customer who I enjoy serving, but every time he comes by, he tells one corny joke after another.

It’s nothing offensive, but I have to pretend to laugh and then once he’s on a roll, he continues his comedy routine for everyone else in earshot.

I don’t want to hurt his feelings, or put the knock on the comedy show, but how can I tell him I need to get back to work?

Curtain Call in Toms River Dear Curtain Call, That is no laughing matter. You’re in a business where you have to be welcoming but efficient. You have many customers to serve and he should respect that. I think I would give him a little clue that it’s time for the show to close. Say “just one more and I have to go back to work.” Or give him a little round

WWW. RCSHEA.COM

of applause when you’ve reached your limit. If that doesn’t work, you’ll just have to tell him you wish he was appearing at a comedy club where you could sit and enjoy, but that this is your place of business. You might also suggest that he take his comedy show on the road. There are dozens of senior residences that would enjoy having a comedian put on a little performance. In the end, you have to worry about your living. He visits often because you’re a good audience. Maybe once he knows the show can only be five or ten jokes long, he’ll finish his lunch and take the show on the road.

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

If you or anyone else is in need of home health care, call Preferred at 732-840-5566. “Home health care with feeling. Joel Markel is President of Preferred Home Health Care and Nursing services inc. serving all of New Jersey in adult, senior and pediatric home health care.”

Berkeley Youth Football And Cheer Information

BERKELEY – A mandatory parents meeting for all Berkeley Youth Football and Cheer teams will be on June 22 at 7 p.m. at the Berkeley Township Recreation Center.

All families must bring two checks: one for parent participation and one for equipment bond. Both should be made out to BYFC in the amount of $150 each and post-dated 12/1/17.

If your child is new this season, please bring his/her original birth certificate.

New this year: Berkeley AYF will have your child’s 2017 paperwork on hand. You are no NEED AN EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR? WE’RE HERE TO HELP AT NO CHARGE

longer required to print it.

For any questions or concerns, contact First Vice President Chris Petrich at chrispetrichbyfc@gmail.com.

To register for Berkeley Youth Football and Cheer, visit byfc.siplay.com/site.

We are currently looking for an Equipment Manager, Scholastic Coordinator, Alternate League Representative and Insurance Representative. If you’re interested in joining the Executive Board, please contact us via email at info@berkeleyeaglesyfc.org.

MAIN STREET SHELL Serving Toms River For 30 Years

KNOW YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS! (House Calls By Appointment) MANCHESTER AREA TOMS RIVER OFFICE (732) 408-9455 244 Main Street BRICK AREA Toms River, NJ 08753 (732) 451-0800 (732) 505-1212

By Joel Markel

WE AIN’T JUST GAS...

We’re A Full Service Gas Station NJ State Inspection· No Lines No Waiting· Try Us!

HANDS FOR ALL A Division of HOMES FOR ALL, INC. A Not-For-Profit Affordable Housing Developer 309 Hooper Ave. • Toms River, NJ 08753 Tel: 732.286.7929 • Fax: 732.286.9698

CHECK YOUR A/C FOR FREE BEFORE IT GETS TOO HOT! 732-244-1557

DOWNTOWN TOMS RIVER 305 MAIN STREET

micromediapubs.com

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 17

Ocean County Library Launches Laptop Lending Program

Photos courtesy Ocean County Library From Left to Right: Ocean County Library Foundation members Michael R. Beck, Esq., Douglas J Hull, Esq., Benjamin J. Keogh, Ocean County Library’s Assistant Director Sara Siegler, Maintenance Supervisor Joe Cahill, Assistant Technology Manager Tim Mailley, Supervisor of Printing & Graphics, Alex Zubritzky, Brick Branch’s Branch Manager Susan Gardiner, Manager of Information Processing, Dave Evans, Library Liaison Freeholder Joseph Vicari, Foundation Chairperson Mary O. Malagiere, Ocean County Library Foundation members Patricia Siciliano, Leslie Terjesen, James F. Fosbre, Jr., and Edward Feurey, Library Legal Counsel.

The laptop lending kiosk located on the second floor of the Ocean County Library’s Brick Branch.

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library’s Brick Branch is now offering an in-house laptop lending program.

“Keeping pace with the rapid technology changes and needs of the community is essential in providing the level of service that our customers have come to expect from the Ocean County Library,” states Dave Evans, Manager of the Ocean County Library’s Technology Department.

This kiosk includes six Dell e5470s and six MacBook Air 13s that are available for daily use anywhere in the branch with your library card. Each computer comes equipped with Wi-Fi capabilities, Microsoft Office, along with other computer-based programs.

“The laptops are charged in the kiosk and ‘wiped’ clean between uses, reversing any changes made and clearing all

personally identifiable information from the computer,” Evans explains.

In early March 2017 the library’s Brick Branch began a pilot laptop lending program. During the two-month period Ocean County Library cardholders borrowed the computers more than 200 times.

This kiosk was funded by a generous donation from the Ocean County Library Foundation a 501(c) 3 charitable organization. Foundation Chairwoman Mary Malagiere, Brick Branch Manager Susan Gardiner, and Library Liaison Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari led the ribbon cutting ceremony for the kiosk’s grand opening on May 18, 2017.

“It’s so exciting to see the new and innovative ways that the library is using technology,” stated Malagiere. “It’s amazing what they do for our community.”

www.thebluedagger.com

www.TheBlueDagger.com

micromediapubs.com

Page 18, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

BUSINESS DIRECTORY WHOLESALE CARPET & FLOORING OUTLET “Nobody Beats Us For Quality Product, Quality Service, & Low Prices!”

301 Rt. 9 • Forked River, NJ 08731

LEONARDO LGD PAINTING • Exterior Painting • Interior Painting • Power Washing • Wallpaper Removal

• Decorative Moldings • Faux Painting FREE • Deck Staining ESTIMATES • Floor Epoxy

We Also Do Sheetrock & Spackle Repairs!

(609) 693-4700

$

.com

1.00 OFF per yard ANY CARPET

With This Ad.

Lic. No 13VH04848400

WE ACCEPT

CALL NOW! 732-241-9090

FREE Heating or Plumbing Service Call If your heating system breaks down, or you spring a leak, we’ll waive the trip charge!

Free trip charge if repair is made by a Patriot Plumbing technician. Coupon required at time of service. Not valid on after-hours service. Cannot be combined with other offers, discounts or prior sales. Expires 10/31/17.

License #10830. © Patriot Plumbing, Heating and Construction LLC

Jeff’s Powerwashing

PATRICK L. ASAY Sales Associate

732.341.6767 Ext. 4208 Office 732.779.1894 Cell 732.341.9509 Fax PatrickAsay@RivieraRealty.com

Hot Water and Soap • Mold Removal Houses • Patios • Roofs Washed Well Drilling • Pump and Tank Replacement Water Conditioning THEODORE F. ZAREMBA, JR. LIC. #0019239

RIVIERA REALTY, INC.

222 Oak Avenue, Suite 3 Toms River, NJ 08753 www.RivieraRealty.com

MAKIN’ TRACKS Mobile Pet Grooming Salon

495 Wheaton Ave. Bayville, NJ 08721

PHONE: (732) 237-2440 FAX: (732) 237-8780 TedsWellService@aol.com

732-901-5336 Insured Lic.# 13VH01634500

Senior Discounts • Free Estimates NO HIGH PRESSURE USED Low Pressure Roof Stain Removal Safely Washing Houses & Roofs for Over 15 Years

SEASONAL CLEAN-UPS Yard Clean-Ups Tree Removal & Trimming Gutter Cleaning Mulching • Odd Jobs

Loving Care for Your Nervous Pet

Full Service Grooming

by Appointment Since 1977

CALL 732.901.0554

609-971-0242

Barbara Orsini makintrackspetgrooming.com Since 1928

$25 OFF

With This Ad

PLUMBING • HEATING • COOLING

CALL TODAY FOR FAST FRIENDLY SERVICE

•Service Contracts • Water Heaters • Boilers • Furnaces • Air Conditioning • Gas Conversions • Tubs/Grab Bars • Sinks/Faucets • Bath & Kitchen Remodeling • FREE ESTIMATES

POWER WASHING LOW PRESSURE ROOF STAIN REMOVAL WITH 2 YEAR WARRANTY! Bleach does not kill mold spores & stains will reappear quicker!

NO BLEACH!

**SPECIAL SPRING PRICING**

Instant Financing Available

WINDOWS • ROOFING • SIDING

1-866-582-5397

732-349-3322 • 732-892-3322 • 732-367-3322 Ronald Schultz NJ Master Plumber Lic #12170

*SERVICE-REPAIR SPECIALIST*

732-300-6251 www.ThePatriotPlumber.com

WITH THIS AD. EXPIRES 6/30/17. BT.

Each office is independently owned and operated.

PATRIOT PLUMBING & HEATING

NJ HIC Lic# 13VH01340700

Michael VanBerkel

www.lezgusplumbing.com

Lic.#13VH03593100

Executive Enterprises of NJ, LLC Toms River, NJ FULL SERVICE » HOT WATER & SOAP

Custom Homes • Custom Bathrooms New All Additions • Custom Kitchens Bathroom $ Finished Basements 4,99500 New Michael VanBerkel Kitchen 3rd Generation Builder $10,99500 1-866-582-5397 Lic.#13VH03593100

Remove Dirt, Mold & Mildew Houses & Gutters • Concrete Patios Driveways • Walkways • Pavers

Biodegradeable Environmentally Safe Cleaning Products

SENIOR DISCOUNTS

CALL 732-608-6181 • 888-971-7070

FULLY INSURED – FREE ESTIMATES

Member - NJ Business & Industry Association | Lic# 13VH05877600

John Allyn Sales Associate Since 1986 98 E. Water Street Toms River, NJ 08753

Each office is independently owned and operated.

DRIVE ON SCALE AVAILABLE

• Steel • Aluminum • Copper • Wire • ACR • Brass • Appliances • Batteries • Stainless Container Service Available

BUY, RENT, SELL A HOME

O: 732-341-2525 • F: 732-240-4003 • C: 732-691-0152 jallyn@childerssir2.com • childerssir.com

CASH BUYERS OF ALL SCRAP METALS

175 Bartley Road • Jackson, NJ 08527 732-370-4700 • www.bartleyhealthcare.com

Convenient Location On The Corner Of Rt 166 & Flint Rd 98 FLINT RD., SOUTH TOMS RIVER NJ

732.286.6358 www.tristatecarting.com

micromediapubs.com

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 19

CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate

Help Wanted

Services

For Sale/Rent - Homestead Run 55+ Community. Toms River. Homes for sale or rental. 2 BR and 1 or 1.5 Bath. Immediate occupancy. Home steadrun.com. 732-370-2300. (24)

Housekeeping Position - For busy campground. 40 hours p e r w e e k . We e k e n d s a m u s t .

Wa d i n g P i n e s C a m p i n g R e sort. 609-726-1313.

(26)

Misc.

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)

Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates.

Very patient with slow learners.

I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer!

I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge.

Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192.

(26)

Thanks & Sincere Appreciation - To Receptionists Lorraine, Ginger, Marion and Ceil in Activities, at Willow Springs in Brick. No one could be more dependable, reliable, honest, kind and supportive to residents and family members, than you four are!

(25) Texas Hold’en Player Wanted Friday’s 5 to 8 p.m. Rt. 530, Whiting, NJ. 732-408-5258.

(27)

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. 732364-7580. (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) WE BUY USED CARS - Any condition, any make, any year. We also specialize in buying Classic Porshe, Mercedes and Jaguar running or not, DEAD OR ALIVE. 609-598-3622.

(29) 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) 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) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

Call 917-681-6809. (t/n)

Help Wanted PT Weekend C N A/CHHA - The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced C N A’s / CHHA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living Unit and Skilled Nursing units., . If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further !

Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7 Special weekend rates of $14 - $16 / hour depending on community.. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Apply in Person to : The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (28)

Deli - Full time, part time. Experience is a must for busy Deli/ Bakery/Lottery. Bakery/Lottery could be full time. Toms River area. 732-286-2665.

(30) Bus Driver - CDL with passanger certification SRPE courtsey bus call 732-505-1081. Leave message call returned to arrange interview.

(30) RN, LPN, CNA Positions available - For all shifts. Rose Garden Nursing & Rehab 1579 Old Freehold Road, Toms River. Fax resume 732-349-8036.

(25) Now Hiring Property Inspectors - FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@ comcast.net or msangelabove@ comcast.net. 732-766-4425, 201259-0734. Ask for Mel. (t/n) Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/Servers AM and PM shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. 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 $9.00/hr. Apply in Person to : The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (28) Part Time - 11-7 Charge Nurse (3 days a week E/O weekend). The Pines at Whiting is looking for an experience 11-7 charge nurse to work 3 nights a week including E/O weekend) in our Assisted Living Community. Competitive rate.

Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (28) Laundromat Attendant - For PT/FT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

(12)

Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Celebrating 50 years of service in NJ. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice.com.

See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732-5003063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (30)

Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties.

347-744-7409. (t/n) Interior and Exterior Painting – Insured all calls returned.

References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH4548900. Tommy call 609-661-1657. (30) My 2 Girls Cleaning Service Summer Cleaning Specials - A package to meet all your needs.

Bonded and insured. Same teams.

Please call Donna at 732-9148909 or 732-232-7058.

(27) Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts.

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (39) Buy Direct Flooring Distributers - Direct from mills. Eliminate middle man. Luxury vinal, planking, carpet, remnants, hardwood.

Resistration #13097-1340. Doug 732-504-9286.

(27) Custom Shelving – Organize your closets kitchen, living room, basement, garage. Solid wood shelving made and installed. Strong, beautiful, affordable. Call Gus’s Woodwork 732-363-6292.

(28) All In 1 Handyman/General Contracting - Painting, kitchens, bath, basements, etc. Remodeled, flooring, carpentry, roofing, siding, windows, doors, gutters, etc. “Any to do list.” No job too big or small, we do it all. $ave - Veterans discount. Call Clark 732-850-5060.

(28) 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.

(28) Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exter i o r. D e c k s , p o w e r w a s h i n g .

Affordable. Senior discounts.

References. No job too small.

Fully insured. 732-691-0123.

Lic #13VH09460600.

(27) Handyman – All masonry work, repairs, sidewalks, paving, stone, decorative stone, mulch. Call Jerry 732-684-8863. Free estimates.

NJ reg #13VH08709600. (26) The Original Family Fence - A fully licensed and insured company in Ocean County has specialized in unique fence repairs and installations around the Garden S t a t e f o r o v e r 3 5 y e a r s . We want your gate repairs, sectional repairs, and new installation inquiries! No job is too small for us to tend to in a day’s time.

Call us today for your free estimate You might just be surprised with what is possible. NJ LIC: 13VH09125800. Phone 732-7733933, 732-674-6644.

(30)

Services

Services

Services

Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors.

Ve r y n e a t . S p e c i a l s e n i o r discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low winter rates.

License #13VH3846900.

732-899-4470 or 732-8144851. Thank you.

(27)

Bobs Waterproofing - Basement and crawlspace waterproofing. Mold testing, removal and prevention. Family owned. Fully licensed and insured.

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) A&A Masonry Repairs - Steps, chimney walls, rebuilds and repairs, Stone veneer, concrete and pavers. Fully Insured. Call Pete 609 242-4249. newjerseymasonry.com.

(26)

R e m o v a l S e r v i c e - We H a u l I t A l l ! H o u s e h o l d j u n k , f u rniuture, appliances, construction debris, metals, yard waste, concrete, dirt and sand. Also specializing in cleanouts, landscaping, tree/shrub removal, moving and hauling. Spring Cleaning Special ends June 21.

Call now! 732-998-4725. (27)

circle the heading you would like your ad to appear under: 1.• Below, Estate/Garage/Yard Sales • Items Wanted • For Rent • Auto For Sale

• Help Wanted

• Real Estate

• Items For Sale

• Services

• Other

2.

Print clearly your ad as you want it to read. Include Phone # within ad below (counts as 1 word). Use separate sheet if necessary.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

You are responsible for checking your ad the first time it runs and notifying us of any errors. If we make an error, we will correct it and rerun the ad. We will not be responsible for multiple insertions if you do not call us after the first ad run. No refunds for classified ads. Newspapers are available at our office.

Please feel free to stop in and check your ad.

Calculate Price As Follows: 3. 1 week* at $29.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 2 weeks* at $44.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 3 weeks* at $60.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ 4 weeks* at $74.95 for 20 words + $0.40 ea. add’tl word = $ *In order to qualify for discounts, the same ad

Total = $ must run over the requested weeks.

4. Make check payable in advance to Micromedia Publications, or fill in MASTERCARD/VISA/AMERICAN EXPRESS info. below:

Credit Card#

Exp.

Cardholder Signature: Print Name:

5. MAIL OR BRING TO: 15 Union Ave., Lakehurst, NJ 08733.

Credit Card Orders Only can be faxed to : 732-657-7388.

6. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR BILLING ADDRESS (THIS IS REQUIRED) ADDRESS TOWN

ZIP

PHONE NUMBER

Deadline For Classified Ads: 12pm Monday (Ads will be running the Saturday of that week)

CLASSIFIEDS CANNOT BE PLACED OVER THE PHONE. If you have any questions, please call Ali at 732-657-7344 ext. 203.

micromediapubs.com

Page 20, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

Fun & Games

Sudoku

C rossword

Across 1 Librarians might use them 12 Lt. col.’s inferior 15 Sci-fi concept 16 Lovelace whom many consider the first computer programmer 17 Whatchamacallit 18 Solo on-screen 19 Trail, perhaps 20 Milky Way source 21 Camera product 23 Tablet container 24 Coral Triangle tourist destination 25 Left rolling in the aisles 26 Down a lot 28 __ other 30 Robot starter 31 Pay dirt 33 Hassle

35 First instrument for many 38 Icy Hot competitor 39 Keep secret 41 Sushi bar delicacy 42 __ pedal: guitar accessory 43 Slam offering 45 Org. that monitors plants 48 Nervous person?

50 Fail to beat the heat 52 AIDS-fighting drug 54 Rough stuff 55 Low-cost pub 56 “__ bien” 57 Storage unit?

58 Vaping devices 61 “Wheel of Fortune” purchase 62 Amusing editor, at times 63 Mo. for which tanzanite is a birthstone

puzzle

64 Comics-derived danger alert Down 1 Yoga variety 2 Fine after an accident 3 Well-lit?

4 “Gimme a __” 5 Noodle variety 6 Certain queen’s domain 7 Steamed cantina food 8 Like a certain female artery 9 Ink deliverers 10 WWII arena 11 Basil’s wife on “Fawlty Towers” 12 Buddhism branch 13 Company offering many promotions 14 Mystery woman 22 Watches over 24 Where an engineer may retire 25 Less forward

27 Artery problem 29 Bear fruit?

32 Secretly unite 34 Arrogant sort 35 Beverage used in Chinese cuisine 36 Team member in “Moneyball” 37 “Eldorado” group 39 Soured 40 Part-human mythological creature 44 Threat 46 Get cracking 47 Ancient cacao bean traders 49 TED talk subjects 51 Encyclopedia Brown’s first name 53 Discretion 55 Italian tubes 56 Sera is a form of it 59 Tea holder 60 Halting syllable

(c)2017 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, INC.

Solutions

Sudoku

Crossword puzzle

Jumble:

UPEND HOARD ZEALOT ZOMBIE -- HARD PUZZLE

micromediapubs.com

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 21

O.C.E.A.N. Inc. Recognized During Community Action Month

La Bove Grande Restaurant & Banquet Serving Lunch & Dinner 7 Days

Make Your Father’s Day Reservations Now! Complete Dinners starting at

$15.95 per person

Sunset Dinner

Monday - Thursday 4:00 - 10:00 • Complete Dinner

$19.95

Every Friday - Seafood Extravaganza 4:00pm - 10:00pm • Complete Dinner

$19.95

Early Bird Starting At $11.95

7 Days: Sun. - Thurs. 12:00 - 6:00 • Fri. - Sat. 12:00 - 4:30

800 Route 70 • Lakehurst, NJ 08733

for reservations: (732) 657-8377 • Visit us on the internet for more information:

www.labovegrande.net • facebook.com/labovegrande

–Photo courtesy Ocean County Freeholders Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines, O.C.E.A.N. Inc. Board Member Yvonne M. Doval-Von Scheidt, O.C.E.A.N. Inc. President/CEO Channell Wilkins and Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari.

TOMS RIVER – Noting its many programs and services assisting Ocean County’s low-income families, the anti-poverty agency O.C.E.A.N. Inc. was recently recognized by the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders during National Community Action Month.

National Community Action Month was created by the Community Action Partnership to reinforce the importance of agencies that help low-income families achieve economic stability.

“The outstanding services provided by O.C.E.A.N. Inc. such as serving as administrator of the Ocean County First Time Homebuyer’s Program, its Head Start programs, and its assistance with Superstorm Sandy recovery are just a few of the examples of resources available to the residents of Ocean County,” said Ocean County Freeholder Virginia E. Haines, who presented the proclamation with Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari.

“Community Action Month acknowledges the significance of helping people and changing the lives of those in need.”

O.C.E.A.N. Inc. has been a Community Action Agency for residents of Ocean County for the past 52 years administering programs such as Head Start, housing counseling, weatherization, housing, energy assistance and homebuyer education.

“It is important to recognize the impact that O.C.E.A.N. Inc. has in Ocean County,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “Their work allows them to help residents get back on their feet. It helps residents achieve their goals.”

Channell Wilkins, O.C.E.A.N. Inc.’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, said as the new CEO he was gratified to know how much the Freeholder Board knows about O.C.E.A.N. Inc. and its services.

“I have worked in several states and for the federal government,” he said. “The understanding of social services and the value it offers communities is rarely as appreciated and part of the civic discourse as it is here in Ocean County. I look forward to a continued dialogue and service to this community.”

Haines, who serves as liaison to the Ocean County Board of Social Services and Human Services, noted Ocean County has closely worked with O.C.E.A.N. Inc. for many years and the agency is a leader in providing needed assistance and invaluable resources to low-income families.

Using the First-Time Homebuyer Program as an example, Haines said more than 500 families have been able to obtain home ownership through the program.

Ocean County has administered the FirstTime Homebuyer Program since 1994 and O.C.E.A.N. Inc. has been the administrator and consultant for the program since 1997.

“This program is a solid example of the importance of partnerships among public, private and non-profit agencies here in Ocean County,” Haines said. “O.C.E.A.N. Inc., several lending institutions, Ocean County and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development have all joined together in making homeownership a reality. The end result of this program is priceless.”

Trust, Respect, Compassion & Caring ♦ 3rd Generation Family Owned & Operated Since 1940 ♦

270 Route 9 ♦ Bayville, NJ ♦ 732.269.3100

400 Faitoute Ave. ♦ Roselle Park, NJ ♦ 908.245.1558

Anthony Mastapeter - Owner/Mgr NJ Lic. No. 3365 Marc Mastapeter - Director NJ Lic. No. 4873

Arthur Mastapeter Owner/Manager NJ Lic. No. 2948

www.mastapeterfuneralhome.com

UPDATE ANY ROOM FOR LESS THAN YOU CAN IMAGINE! SINCE 1988

Where High Point Meets The Jersey Shore!

• Living Rooms • Bedrooms • Dining Rooms • Lamps & Accessories • Mattresses • Rattan Furniture • Same Day Delivery Available

Columbus Day Parade Golf Outing

LAKEWOOD – The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee will host its 3rd annual golf outing on June 26 at the Eagle Ridge Golf Club, 2 Augusta Blvd.

Registration and a continental breakfast are at 7 a.m. and shotgun start is at 8 a.m.

The event benefits the rising expenses of the annual Columbus Day Parade on October 8 and Italian Festival from Oc-

tober 6 to 8.

Anyone interested in participating in this fun-filled day should call parade chairman Michael Blandina at 732-4776507 or email the committee at info@ columbusnj.org.

You can also visit the website at columbus nj.org and look for the latest news or events page.

Visit Our 6,000 Sq. Ft. Showroom!

FACTORY DIRECT SAVINGS

CAROLINA SELECT FURNITURE 609-698-8838 • 304 Route 9 • Waretown www.carolinaselectfurniture.com

micromediapubs.com

Page 22, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

What to expect during your consultation

Patients are greeted with a smile by a dedicated and loving staff that understands what individuals in pain are experiencing. Each has a deep commitment to your health and to you as a person. During your visit you will receive personalized attention from a seasoned staff of medical doctors, physical therapists and acupuncturists. An analysis of your condition by the medical team in conjunction with a detailed treatment plan will be described in as much detail as possible. There is no pressure to accept treatment as the staff at Northeast Spine and Sports Medicine strives to create a relaxed environment by educating patients about their options. The ultimate decision maker is the patient.

Call Today!

“We are so confident that you will find healing and relief at our office that we are offering you a FREE step one evaluation and consultation. We will personally review a full health analysis questionnaire, evaluate your condition and determine how we can help you. There are no strings attached and you have no obligation. Don’t live with pain, fear and doubt any longer. Pick up the phone and take control of your life right now. You have nothing to lose but your pain. Time slots fill quickly so call today to secure your FREE step one consultation.”

– Stacey Franz, DO Kevin Hsu, MD James Kirk, DC Dimitrios Lambrou, DC Lambros Lambrou, DC Faisal Mahmood, MD Mitchell Pernal, DC Michael Ra, DO

We offer 6 locations for your convenience: JACKSON • 728 Bennets Mills Road • 732-415-1401 | POINT PLEASANT • 1104 Arnold Avenue • 732-714-0070 BARNEGAT • 175 Gunning River Rd • 609-660-0002 | MONROE • 350 Forsgate Drive • 732-521-9222 MANCHESTER • 60 Lacey Road • 732-408-4492 | ABERDEEN • 557 S. Atlantic Avenue • 732-997-4988

micromediapubs.com

The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017, Page 23

Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of June 17 - June 23

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Cut to the chase. Be candid and honest as a means of achieving your own ends. Parlay information to your advantage in the week to come. Indecision could make a problem even worse.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Steer clear of touchy people in the week ahead.

You can hook up with a creative-minded person who makes the wheels turn much more smoothly. Look for opportunities to make money.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may be in the mood to be shrewd. As this week unfolds you can use your business skills to upgrade your financial situation. Stay right on top of things by making executive decisions.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Set reasonable goals. In the week ahead you may be challenged to honor financial commitments and promises to partners. Stay within the budget as you look for ways to grow investments.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Find a balance unless you actually own the palace. You may expect others to quickly obey your every wish and command. You may feel the need to take charge in the upcoming week.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Hard work won’t hurt you. Exert some effort this week.

Keep in mind that you are working to achieve a valuable goal. There will be time to relax and enjoy free time when you reach it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You can get ahead by using your charm in the week ahead, but don’t forget to work hard, too.

Your attention to the job at hand will have long lasting benefits and may give your career a boost.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): When you possess drive and energy you can go somewhere. As this week unfolds focus on material success and sharing it with others.

Stay abreast of bills, obligations and responsibilities.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): No man is an island. If you feel isolated you may be challenged by the perception you must do everything yourself. Put important projects into action in the first part of the week.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): People don’t always say what they mean. Confusion is possible so nail down an important deal or have a heart-to-heart discussion with a loved one as soon as possible this week.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Fuzzy thinking can foul you up. Adding up columns of numbers is not your forte right now. In the week ahead express yourself clearly and make an effort to clear up misunderstandings.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take pride in your passions. Some things will fall in place this week and by pushing yourself to the limits you can make a dream a reality.

A little effort can pay off in big ways.

(c) 2017 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

DeGRAFF CREMATION SERVICES

Direct Cremation $1275

Arrangements Available In Your Home, Removal From Place Of Death, Alternative Container, Wood #ODZ, Transfer To Crematory Located at:

DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home 119 Union Avenue, Lakehurst

732-657-7868

Sherry T. DeGraff NJ Lic No 3921

www.degrafffuneralhome.com

Additional Costs: Crematory Fee, Urns, Disposition Of Cremains & Certified Copies Of Death Certificates, Permit, Removal Assist. & Mileage, Viewings Or Memorial Services

BAYVILLENJONLINE.COM Your Web Resource for Bayville NJ • Community Information • Restaurant Listings • Local Businesses AND MUCH MORE...

www.BayvilleNJOnline.com » 732-929-0730

Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen

Celebrate National Chocolate Ice Cream Day With Two Classic Toppings

By Wolfgang Puck June 7 was National Chocolate Ice Cream Day, or so the people who keep records of such days will tell you. And while there doesn’t seem to be any official explanation for why that particular frozen dessert should be assigned that particular day, it certainly makes sense that the holiday should come around this time of year. After all, summer is only days away. So why not celebrate America’s favorite ice cream flavor right now?

One thing I won’t do here, however, is give you a chocolate ice cream recipe. After all, there are more people who don’t have home ice cream-making equipment to do that job.

And besides, every supermarket today seems to have a wide variety of great, ready-to-eat chocolate ice creams for you to choose from.

So go ahead and pick your own.

What I would like to do, though, is help make the pleasure you get from eating chocolate ice cream even greater by sharing recipes for two easy ice cream sauces you can make easily at home: bittersweet chocolate sauce and caramel sauce.

It always surprises me that chocolate lovers will buy chocolate sauce in jars or bottles when it’s so easy to make your own sauce at home in just minutes using ingredients that are probably better quality than those used in commercial brands. For the best flavor, be sure to start with good chocolate that contains 65 percent to 70 percent cacao, which you should see indicated on the labels of the many excellent brands sold in good supermarkets and specialty foods stores today. If you like, you can even flavor the sauce to your own tastes, like I do in the following recipe with touches of espresso coffee and cinnamon.

One of the most popular trends in dessert toppings today is caramel sauce, a mixture of caramelized sugar, cream and a touch of butter. You’ll find it surprisingly easy to make at home too. Even though the recipe is simple, it is absolutely essential that you remain cautious at all times to avoid coming into contact with the hot sugar syrup. Be sure, also, to use a heavy saucepan so that the syrup will caramelize evenly.

While both of these sauces can be prepared in a matter of minutes, they also can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator to be reheated gently just before serving. That leaves you free to add any other embellishments you might like - whipped cream, toasted nuts, rainbow sprinkles and even a cherry on top - to your chocolate ice cream.

(Or any other flavor. I promise I won’t tell!)

BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE SAUCE Makes about 3 cups (750 mL) 2 cups (500 mL) heavy cream 10 ounces (300 g) good-quality bittersweet chocolate, 65 percent to 70 percent cacao,

chopped 1/4 cup (60 mL) freshly brewed espresso coffee or very strong brewed coffee (optional) 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) Pour the cream into a large saucepan and bring just to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently and taking care not to let the cream boil over.

Put the chocolate in a medium glass or stainless-steel bowl. If you’d like extra flavor, add the espresso or cinnamon, separately or together, to the bowl.

Pour the boiling cream over the chocolate. Let stand so the hot cream softens the chocolate, about 1 minute. Whisk to blend the sauce, carefully scraping down the bowl sides occasionally. Taste and whisk in more cinnamon, if desired.

Use the sauce immediately. Transfer any leftover sauce (or all of it if you don’t use right away) to a covered container and refrigerate for up to several days. Rewarm gently in a double boiler or in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over very low heat.

CARAMEL SAUCE Makes about 1 cup (250 mL) 1 cup (250 mL) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (60 mL) water 3/4 cup (185 mL) heavy cream 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Sprinkle the sugar over the bottom of a deep, heavy medium saucepan. Pour the water evenly over the sugar. Over medium-high heat, cook without stirring, tilting the pan gently once or twice to insure that all the sugar is dissolved, until the syrup begins to bubble, 2 to 3 minutes.

Cook at a vigorous boil, watching attentively, until the syrup just begins to turn golden, 5 to 6 minutes. Gently and carefully move the pan from side to side, without stirring, so the syrup continues to color evenly. Reduce the heat to medium.

Watching diligently, continue to cook the syrup, reducing the heat slightly, until the color becomes a very dark amber and the syrup gives off slight wisps of smoke and smells almost burnt, 1 to 2 minutes longer.

Immediately and carefully pour in the cream to stop the cooking. The caramel will bubble up vigorously, so keep your hands clear but do not be alarmed. Immediately reduce the heat to low. Whisk the sauce to blend it evenly. Add the butter and simmer a minute or so longer, whisking until smooth.

Pour the caramel into a heatproof container.

Use immediately or cover and store for up to several days in the refrigerator, where the sauce will thicken as it cools. Reheat gently in a double boiler, in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over very low heat, or in the microwave.

(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.

Page 24, The Berkeley Times, June 17, 2017

micromediapubs.com