2017-07-08 - The Toms River Times

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–Photos by Sara Grillo The 30th Annual Flag Raising & Veterans Appreciation took place in Normandy Beach on July 4th.

By Sara Grillo NORMANDY BEACH – Sixth Ave. in Normandy Beach could not get any more packed this 4th of July, as a heavy crowd gathered there at 1 p.m. for the 30th Annual Flag Raising & Veterans Appreciation.

The Flag Raising is held every year at local veteran Bob Mrozek’s house, who served in the United States Army from 1961 to 1962 in the 10th Calvary during the Korean War. He said the event (Veterans - See Page 7)

Healthcare Rally Held In Downtown Toms River

By Bob Vosseller TOMS RIVER – The sounds of protest songs with slightly altered lyrics served as the rallying cry against proposed healthcare repeal legislation in front of Toms River Town Hall on June 29.

Priscilla Robinson of the New Jersey Organizing Project and speakers from Ocean County Family Planning, National Organization of Women, Citizens Action of NJ and the New Jersey State Industrial Union Council came out, along with members (Rally - See Page 7)

–Photo courtesy Bob Vosseller A healthcare protest drew 20 people to Toms River Town Hall during the afternoon of June 28.

| July 8, 2017

Opioid Epidemic Faces A New High

By Sara Grillo OCEAN COUNTY – As summer takes hold in Ocean County and hot weather is finally on the rise, something else is also on the rise this time of year – drug use.

The opioid epidemic is nothing new, but there are a few things that have changed, in both good and bad ways, over the past few years. There are also some things that have stayed the same.

According to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, so far there have been 74 drug overdose deaths in the county this year, pending a few toxicology reports, which is the exact number we were at the same time last year.

“I track it using the last two years and we’re sort of on the same pace as last year, and last year we had 209 overdose deaths,” said Prosecutor Joseph Coronato.

He said drug use and overdoses tend to pick up during the summer, and then really start to spiral out of control starting in November, as the holidays approach.

(Opioid - See Page 7)

Labor Of Love Restores Classic Boat

By Chris Lundy PINE BEACH – After years of work, and thousands of hours marked with joy and frustration, Scott Bruett was finally ready to lower his restored boat into the water. It was literally a sink or swim situation.

Scott Bruett, an engineer by trade, let many of his weekends and nights be absorbed by the restoration of a classic boat older than he is. He took it for its maiden voyage on June 17. He said he felt some trepidation. After all, there was a lot of time and money tied up in restoring a boat that could not float on its own when he bought it. Fortunately, he didn’t have to worry.

“It all went just fine,” he said.

Bruett lives in Millstone, just outside of Jackson.

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Boat: Continued From Page 1 Born and raised in Pine Beach, it made sense to launch from there.

“I had always raced and sailed on the Toms River so I wanted to launch it there,” he said.

The journey started in 2014, 60 years after the boat had been first constructed.

“I had been wanting to restore a boat for a number of years,” he said. He had performed some makeshift repairs but he wanted a bigger project.

He admits it’s not a project everyone can do. You need a certain size garage to be able to turn a 3,000-pound boat, and take the motor out. So, first they had to build a detached garage.

“I was looking for a boat with a problem

and I found it,” he said. He was able to go up to New Hampshire and found a 1954 Chris Craft U22. He and his wife drove up with a trailer with the hope that this was the one to buy. They took it on a test drive (An electric pump kept it afloat) and decided that this was to be his big project. He credits his wife, Jennifer, with the patience to endure his passion project over the years.

After getting it home, he had to strip the boat down of all the parts that no longer worked. He had to source the mahogany wood, down to the species, that made up the hull so that it would be an accurate representation.

The first year and a half focused on removing parts and trying to figure out what was needed.

During the next year, he cut the lumber, and refastened the hull with hundreds of silicone bronze screws. The keel, chines, ribs and bottom planking were hand crafted to meet original measurements and took hours to fit. The bottom was restored with two layers of mahogany sealed with 3M5200 sealant inside. He sanded the sides and top to bare mahogany. Caulking was removed, and these parts were taped and reseamed.

Then, multiple layers of varnish were put down. The Model K engine was stripped down by a company in Wyckoff, rebuilt and given a fresh coat of paint. He tried to use New Jersey companies for all the parts, when possible.

A single article can’t sum up all the work that was done over the years, but suffice it to say, it was a challenge that kept him going. There were some upgrades that were

–Photos courtesy Scott Bruett A local man restored a 1954 Chris Craft to sail it on the Toms River. not original to the vehicle. The engine was given a performance camshaft and a 12V electronic ignition system. The boat was also rewired to be up-to-date with modern safety concerns. Also, an automatic bilge pump and engine box blower were installed.

Thousands of man hours later, he was able to take it for a spin again.

This time, renovated.

“It was a really cool experience,” he said.

It qualifies as 60 percent restored, and he hopes to show it under the Classic Restoration categories in historic boat shows.

Originally named Lindy, he christened it Seraphim after the highest order of angels, as a dedication to lost family members.

And yes, he’d say he’d do it again.

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Rally: Continued From Page 1 of the Solidarity Singers to get their message across.

Their message: opposition to current plans to modify the Affordable Care Act. Part of the afternoon protest took aim at 3rd District Republican Congressman Tom MacArthur, who they urged to vote no when the bill gets back to the House of Representatives. Robinson and each of the speakers present asked constituents of Rep. MacArthur to contact him and request he cast a negative vote.

In April, Rep. MacArthur revived the Healthcare Repeal bill by introducing a series of amendments. Since then, the bill was introduced in the Senate and the Senate Majority Leader hoped to vote on it prior to the July 4 recess. That vote was postponed and opponents of the Republican plan have expressed concerns about the impact of what is being proposed.

“Forty percent of Ocean County residents are working poor. In Atlantic County it is nearly 50 percent and Monmouth County it is 30 percent. We need to protect essential health benefits and community health ratings. We need to protect Medicaid expansion because everyone deserves access to health care and the services we need to stay healthy,” Robinson said.

“I want to speak about the negative aspect of this on women and girls and their families. Even the President described the House version as mean. I’d describe it as mean and sneaky. In this legislation there is a provision

Veterans: Continued From Page 1 started 30 years ago with four guys sitting around wondering what they were going to do that Fourth of July. They decided to convince their fathers to put their World War II uniforms on, they’d put theirs uniforms on, and all raise the flag at 1 p.m. The next year they got more veterans on board, and the rest is history. Ten years in, the Shamrock & Thistle Pipes & Drums asked to join in, followed by the American Legion Riders.

Thirty years later, a crowd that began at just 10 people is now drawing more than 1,000.

“Basically it’s a good way to raise the flag and also an excellent way to honor the veterans who feel very comfortable in joining us,” said Mrozek.

Veterans attending this year’s event were asked to gather in the garden area behind Mrozek’s home around 12:45 p.m. Dressed in his military best despite the heat, Mrozek was there to greet and shake hands with each veteran. They then emerged as a group onto 6th Ave. to the tune of “Coming To America,” after American Legion Riders buzzed by the house on their motorcycles.

The Star-Spangled Banner was beautifully sung, God Bless America was played, and bagpipers from the Shamrock & Thistle Pipes & Drums added their cadence to the mix. Planes from the Ocean County Sherriff’s Office of Emergency Management flew overhead twice during the half-hour ceremony.

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Kathy Fisher from Family Planning said, “Many women in Ocean County who receive health care at a Family Planning Center is the only care they receive.” She added that Family Planning provides educational services aimed at youth concerning reproductive health. “The whole purpose of a Family Planning program is to keep women healthy, offer preventative health care and to make sure that when a woman becomes pregnant it is an intended pregnancy not an unintended pregnancy.”

“We are here to take a stand for healthcare not wealth care. Unfortunately, Congress has a different idea. They are not voting in the Senate this week but we know that the fight is not over,” Carol Gay of the NJ State Industrial Union Council said.

A statement from Congressman MacArthur’s office on June 29 noted that, “Obamacare is failing and if Congress does not act, millions of people will suffer. Congressman MacArthur supports a fiscally responsible bill which lowers premiums, increases Medicaid spending, and provides a safety net for the most vulnerable. He believes the status quo is unacceptable since it does not address how to adequately insure the 28 million Americans, who currently receive no health insurance.

While others continue to engage in smear tactics and fear-mongering, Congressman MacArthur will continue to focus on solutions to the big issues facing our nation.”

From the steps of his front porch, Mrozek marveled at the amount of veterans lined up in block formation in front of him. “We must have at least 50,” he said, before handing the microphone over to Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno to address the veterans and the crowd.

Guadagno, who said she would rather be introduced as Kevin’s mom, said as the mother of a future veteran, her worst fear is the knock on the door or the phone call about her son. She saluted the veterans standing in front of her – and all 413,000 in New Jersey – who have served from World War II, Korea, Desert Storm and everywhere in between.

“Every single one of you has a memory of kissing a loved one goodbye. Whether you lost someone in the war, or whether you were in the war, you remember kissing someone goodbye, or giving them a hug, or saying goodbye to a big brother or a little brother, and you know the pain, perhaps, of them not coming home. A million of you did not,” she said.

Mrozek said 84 veterans showed up to this year’s July 4th Flag Raising by the end count. He said that while some veterans wear uniforms to the ceremony, some don’t have one to wear, and that just wearing a hat is enough, or even just being there is enough.

“We try not to bring anyone out for acknowledgement; they all did what they had to do,” he said. “When you take the pledge, you’re pledging your life to America.”

Opioid: Continued From Page 1 A New High One of the problems, and the bad news, is fentanyl. He said in 2014, the packets of heroin they came across had about 10 percent fentanyl. In 2015, that number rose to 30 percent, and in 2016, it shot up to 65 percent.

“In 2017, some of the packets are totally fentanyl and not even heroin anymore,” said Coronato. “That is what I call the synthetic storm. That’s what’s really killing all these people. And that’s one reason why we’ve not been able to ‘curb the tides’ so to speak.”

But it’s certainly not without trying. New Jersey law enforcement officers were the first in the state to use the opioid reversal spray Narcan back in 2014, after Coronato and the Prosecutor’s Office saw that heroin deaths at the end of 2013 were doubling what they were the year before.

In the first year that police officers used Narcan, the death rate dropped from 112 to 101. So far this year, Narcan has been sprayed 164 times to revive someone from an overdose.

OORP to HARP to HART Coronato said that once officers started using Narcan, they realized they would often be spraying the same person two or three times. To combat that, OORP was born.

The Opioid Overdose Recovery Program allowed a recovery coach to come out to the hospital when someone was taken to the emergency room after a Narcan overdose revival. That person could then be clinically analyzed and talked to about detox, but most importantly, have an opportunity to go into a treatment program, and ultimately save their lives. Around 50 to 60 percent of people were seizing that opportunity and getting help.

“But then it became apparent to me that the only way that we’re putting people into the program is that we almost had to overdose them and almost die,” said Coronato.

Hence, Blue HART was born.

The good news is that Blue HART – Heroin, Addiction, Recovery & Treatment, formerly known as HARP, is doing well.

The program, which is now offered via the Brick, Manchester, Stafford and Lacey Police, allows drug users to turn themselves in at police headquarters and get addiction treatment without the fear of prosecution.

So far, 165 people have been helped.

Coronato said the program is really about making a difference in people’s lives and treating them like human beings. He receives letters from grateful family members about how thankful they are for the program now that their loved ones are in rehab and doing well. Recovery coaches are attached to participants in the program, which will

ideally lead to more success stories and give the Prosecutor’s Office an idea of what’s successful and what’s not.

“We want to find out what they’re doing, where they are, what their status is – because what we’re interested in is in outcomes. We’re not looking to prosecute anybody, what we’re looking to do is make a difference in that person’s life.”

Expanding the program is on the horizon, but not without its challenges. Coronato said the program relies on detox beds and scholarships to stay afloat. Some people have medical insurance that pays for their treatment, but mostly it’s funded through scholarships from treatment centers that allow them to place individuals in a facility at no charge.

“I can’t have somebody coming into a police station and us not finding a bed, saying we’ll come back in two, three days – it doesn’t work that way.”

Adding to the substance abuse issues, he said often the individuals coming in for treatment may also have mental health, social, family or legal issues as well, which need to be assessed right away. So while other police departments in Ocean County are ready to hop on board, it’s not as simple as opening the floodgates.

“The biggest problem is getting detox beds and then being able to get treatment,” he said.

Lacey Joins Forces Lacey Police is the latest department to join the Blue HART program. Chief Michael DiBella said he unofficially released the news the week of June 18 and had two people come in for help.

“I’ve been really interested since the prosecutor put this together,” said Chief DiBella, adding that decreasing the heroin epidemic in Ocean County is something he’s been passionate about since he became police chief last year.

He has seen officers throughout his police career struggle to interact with families who are dealing with a loved one using drugs because of so many unanswered questions.

The same question would always come up: where do we go for treatment? There were issues with waiting lists for treatment centers or some facilities not taking insurance, or people who had tried to get their loved ones help but failed. He knew they needed to do something.

Chief DiBella said that while Lacey doesn’t have more of a drug problem than any other town, it’s about providing availability for treatment, and he hopes that this time next year, other counties and towns in New Jersey will have hopped on board and perhaps set the tone for the whole country.

“It’s just one more thing that I can do, that my police department can do, to decrease this heroin epidemic,” he said.

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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT

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Holzapfel Bill To Ban “Flakka” Possession Clears Senate And Assembly

Senator Jim Holzapfel 10th Legislative District, Serving Toms River

NEW JERSEY – Senator Jim Holzapfel of the 10th Legislative District has signed onto a bill to help curb the use of the street

drug known as “flakka” or “flocka.” This drug that is often associated with violent and self-destructive behavior was approved by

the Senate and General Assembly and now awaits a signature from the Governor.

The bill (A-2176) would criminalize the possession, distribution, manufacture and sale of the drug alpha-pyrrolidinopentiophenone (alpha-PVP), an inexpensive synthetic drug commonly referred to as “flakka” or “flocka.” The measure adds the drug to an existing list of similar prohibited controlled

substances that includes the family of synthetic cathinones known as “bath salts.”

“Individuals who use flakka present a danger to themselves and anyone else they may encounter because this drug produces a number of psychotic symptoms and violent behavior,” said Holzapfel. “Banning this drug will ensure that residents are protected as well as the emergency responders who

put themselves in harm’s way to care for drug abusers.”

Under the bill, possessing, distributing, manufacturing or selling one ounce or more of the drug would be a crime of the second degree. A crime of the second degree is punishable by imprisonment for a term of five to 10 years, a fine of up to $150,000 or both.

Possessing, distributing, manufacturing or selling less than one ounce would be a crime of

the third degree, punishable by imprisonment for a term of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000 or both.

“There are an alarming number of residents in this State who are battling drug addictions,” continued Holzapfel. “With this legislation New Jersey will be proactive about preventing this dangerous drug from taking over and causing more residents to ruin their future.”

Freeholders Honor Lakewood’s Mate Melton, Killed At Pearl Harbor From The Desk Of The

Ocean County Freeholders OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders will hold a moment of silence at its next public meeting in honor of Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Earl R. Melton of Lakewood, who was killed during the attack on Pearl Harbor 76 years ago.

Melton’s remains were finally identified through DNA

testing and he was accorded a burial with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery on June 28.

The remains were identified by the Defense POW/ MIA Accounting Agency, a federal agency charged with identifying killed and missing American servicemen and servicewomen from all wars.

“Thanks to their hard work the family of this brave sailor finally has closure,” said Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “After all of these years a hero has finally come home.”

Melton served aboard the USS Oklahoma, one of eight battleships moored in the harbor on Sunday morning, December 7, 1941.

Hit by numerous torpedoes, the Oklahoma capsized, trapping much of her crew underwater.

The Oklahoma listed 429 men killed, second only to the USS Arizona, which claimed the lives of 1,177 sailors and officers.

For days after the attack, rescue workers could hear men banging frantically inside the upside-down hull.

Because of the difficulty of the salvage effort, the ship was not removed from the muck and righted until 1943.

Vicari said the Freeholders will honor Melton with a moment of silence at their July 5 meeting.

“Ocean County never forgets its veterans,” Vicari said.

The county is home to more veterans than any other county in the state. More than 68,000 veterans live in the county’s 33 towns.

Local cemeteries also hold the remains of soldiers who fought as far back as the Revolutionary War. “Machinist’s Mate Melton is another example of the brave men and women of Ocean County who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom,” said Deputy Freeholder Director Gerry P. Little, who is also liaison to the Ocean County Veteran’s Service Bureau.

Melton’s remains were originally interred at a cemetery in Hawaii, according to a press release issued by the Defense POW/MIA Ac-

counting Agency, In 2015 the Department of Defense ordered the disinterment of unknown sailors from the USS Oklahoma in an effort to identify their remains.

DNA analysis matched Melton with samples given by a niece and four nephews. Dental records and circumstantial evidence helped confirm the findings.

More than 400,000 Americans died in the Second World War. More than 73,000 men and women from are still unaccounted for from that war.

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Free parking is available on weekdays after 5 p.m. in the top two levels of the Toms River parking garage located behind the library. Free parking is available anytime in the Ocean County parking garage on Hooper Avenue.

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TOMS RIVER – Designer Handbag Bingo will be held at Toms River Elks Lodge #1875, 600 Washington Street, on September 8. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 7 p.m.

The fundraiser benefits CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties’ 24/7 Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention Hotline.

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The Look Good Feel Better program serves 50,000 American women annually and hosts 15,000 workshops across the country each year.

All programs are facilitated and led by beauty professionals who volunteer their time to help people with cancer to find some normalcy in a life that is by no means normal. The program is currently seeking additional licensed beauticians, cosmetologists and estheticians to volunteer their services.

Look Good Feel Better is a free program, but registration is required. For more information, or to sign up, call 1-800-227-2345.

Toms River Library To Screen Award-Winning Film “David”

TOMS RIVER – Moviegoers ages 10 and up are invited to the Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington Street, for a discussion and screening of the award-winning independent film, “David” at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 13.

David tells the story of Daud, an eleven-year-old Muslim boy growing up in Brooklyn. Through an innocent act of good faith, Daud inadvertently befriends a group of Jewish boys who mistake him as a fellow classmate at their Orthodox school.

Daud struggles to keep his faith concealed in fear of losing his newly founded friendships.

The viewing will be followed by a moderated discussion by a member of the group, Ocean County Reaching Across Faith Traditions (RAFT). The movie runs 80 minutes and is not rated.

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TOMS RIVER – Crossroads Realty welcomed all of its agents from 11 branches to celebrate the top producers for 2016 at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Center in Toms River. While top producers in each office were recognized, the overall top producer was Linda Sangiovanni from the Berkeley office. In addition to the Top Company Producer Award, the Byron Kotzas Award went to George Shenewolf, and Employee of the Year was awarded to Serena Jones. Top Producers Awards for each office went to: Linda Sangiovanni, Michele Sarama, Robert Roggenstein, Diane Rosetto, Bernard Czech, Peter Benninger, Marianne Walsh, Lisa Lombardi Bergstrom, Daiana DeGennaro, Frank Seiffert and Susan Snyder. Agent for Life bonuses were awarded to over 20 agents who have focused on recruiting the best agents for Crossroads Realty.

Crossroads welcomed two distinguished guest speakers: Frank Viscuso and Nick Santonastasso. Deputy Chief and author, Mr. Viscuso, spoke about the necessity of how to build relationships, the importance of communication and the benefits of leadership. Mr. Santonastasso, born with a rare genetic condition, Hanhart Syndrome, never let his physical differences stand in the way of what he wanted and spoke of perseverance.

A family owned and operated business, Crossroads Realty was established in 1966

by Byron Kotzas. Starting as a store front on Route 37, Crossroads Realty now has 11 offices throughout Ocean and Southern Monmouth Counties. With over 250 sales associates, Crossroads is proud to sell more homes in Ocean County than any other real estate company over the past 50 years.

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Diaper Drive Thru In Toms River

TOMS RIVER – On Saturday, August 5 at 8 a.m. the Wellspring Church is hosting a Diaper Drive Thru at the Kohl’s parking lot on Route 37.

Wellspring Church will be hosting Relentless Love Week, a week-long community service event, from July 30 to August 5. This weeklong community wide event is to show love and kindness to the people of Toms River, ending with the Diaper Drive Thru. Join us at 8 a.m. as

we give away 100,000 diapers! Each vehicle in our drive thru line will receive one box of diapers. Diaper sizes are first come, first served. We believe we will be able to accommodate 600700 vehicles. Vehicles should enter the drive thru line at the Highland Parkway entrance by the old Foodtown.

For more information, or to make an impact in Toms River by purchasing a box of diapers to be donated, please visit wellspring.one/diapers.

Ocean County Library’s “Tech Buddies” Offering Technology Assistance

TOMS RIVER – Do you need help with your smartphone, tablet or other tech item?

The Ocean County Library will host “Tech Buddies,” where teen volunteers or library staff will assist you with your tech needs.

Attendees can bring their device(s) and spend up to 30 minutes with a volunteer or staff member who will share their expertise.

The following sessions will take place at the

Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, 732-349-6200: Tuesday, July 18, 2 to 4 p.m.; Tuesday, July 25, 2 to 4 p.m.; Tuesday, August 1, 2 to 4 p.m.; Tuesday, August 8, 2 to 4 p.m.; and Tuesday, August 15, 2 to 4 p.m.

This program is free and open to the public.

For more information, call the Toms River Branch or visit tinyurl.com/TechHelpOCL.

Support Group For Survivors Of Suicide Loss

BEACHWOOD – Forever In Our Hearts, an organization to support those who have lost ones to suicide, is holding monthly meetings the second Saturday of each month at St. Paul

Lutheran Church, 130 Cable Ave. at 1 p.m.

For complete information, visit our page at facebook.com/ForeverNRHearts or call 732269-3236.

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Stockton University Seeks Volunteers For Brain Activity Research Project

NEW JERSEY – Stockton University is seeking volunteers for a research project that will explore which lifestyle factors have the most significant impact on the degree of connectivity among different regions of the brain. Prior research has shown that greater connectivity among brain areas was associ-

ated with the strongest thinking and memory performance in older adults.

“As we age, we routinely participate in screenings of blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar,” noted Jessica Fleck, associate professor of Psychology. “However, many individuals have never participated in a

screening of brain health and function. The National Institute on Aging suggests that changes in the physical brain may occur a decade or more before changes in memory and thinking are observed. However, research has suggested that lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and education can influence

how the brain changes during aging.”

Fleck has been a member of Stockton’s Psychology program since 2006. In addition to researching brain health throughout the lifespan, she is also an active researcher of creativity and the creative brain.

The research project, “The Relationship between Brain Activity and Cognitive Reserve,” will be conducted on Stockton’s main campus at 101 Vera King Farris Drive in Galloway.

The study is comprised of two sessions which will begin in early July, with each session lasting about an hour. Participants will be compensated for their time.

“We are looking for healthy participants who are between 45 and 64 years of age, but are particularly interested in participants who are African American or Hispanic,” Fleck said. Rates of dementia and cognitive decline are significantly higher in African American and Hispanic older adults than they are for Caucasian older adults, so it is vital to learn more about brain connectivity in diverse participant groups, Fleck said.

Participants must be right-handed and have no prior diagnosis of dementia, neurological disorder or traumatic brain injury. Latino participants will need to be able to read and write in English. The project involves the use of EEG, which measures electrical activity in the brain. Tests of memory and thinking will also be administered in a second session.

Those who are interested in participating should feel free to contact Fleck and the Healthy Brain, Healthy Mind Research Team at 609-626-3444 or eeglab@stockton.edu to learn more.

Reminder For Parents Of Incoming Kindergarteners

TOMS RIVER – Important reminder to parents/guardians of incoming kindergarten students: If you have a child who will be turning five by October 1, 2017 and are planning to enroll in the Toms River Regional School District’s full day kindergarten program, you must register

by July 17. Any students registered after July 17 will not be guaranteed placement in their home school.

Please visit our Central Registration Department at 54 Washington Street between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., Monday through Wednesday.

For further questions, call 732-505-2600.

Community Yard Sale

TOMS RIVER – The Silver Ridge Park East Clubhouse, 979 Edgebrook Drive, will hold a community yard sale on July 15 at 9 a.m. Food will be available. Vendors wanted and tables cost $15. Call 732-244-0858 for more information.

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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)

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Receiver-In-The-Canal (RIC) Hearing Instruments: Nine Reasons Slim Is In Over the past five years, most major hearing aid manufacturers have created an entirely new class of svelte hearing aids called “receiver-in-the-canal” (RIC) products. These instruments are virtually unnoticeable when worn. They are unique because of a very smart engineering design with remarkable results: The separation of the receiver from the rest of the hearing aid. The ultra-slim computer processor is worn hidden in the hairline just behind the ear. The receiver rests in the ear canal secured by a vented, silicone tip. A hair-thin transmission wire (not a tube) connects the two. The popularity of RIC instruments have spread quickly by word of mouth among baby boomers who are in turn telling their friends.

In general, there are nine reasons why slim is in: more efficient, size and technology, comfort, natural sound, reduced feedback, repair ability, re-program ability, cosmetics and fit–and–go.

RIC products are more efficient because their receiver is already near your ear drum and because of this, less power is needed. In terms of size and technology, RIC products allow for better sound pro-

cessing utilizing adaptive directional microphones, noise reduction and feedback cancellation. Some models even offer FM or Bluetooth compatibility for listening to TV wirelessly and remote control so that the wearer can discreetly adjust the volume or switch the listening program.

In terms of comfort, the fit and feel of a RIC product allows most patients to forget that they are even wearing them. These instruments are designed not to plug up your ear and to provide a more natural sound quality with speech and your own voice.

Because there is a separation between the microphone and the receiver, feedback is virtually eliminated.

Should the receiver need repair, this modular component can be quickly replaced by your audiologist, usually while you wait. That means less time without wearing your hearing instrument. RIC instruments are flexible and adapt to changes in hearing loss, thus, they can be reprogrammed. Cosmetically, RICs are slim, light and beautiful. RIC instruments can usually be selected, fit, programmed and worn home the same day (fit and go) for instant hearing improvement.

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

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. You know when you have one of those awkward moments that you think could go viral, if only someone had a camera on you? Well, recently, my friend was outside when a bug swooped from above and descended down her V-neck shirt.

Faster than you can say “bugger” she was stung or bit on not one… but both of her breasts. It then dropped out the bottom of her shirt and flew away. What followed was a lawn dance the likes of which her neighbors have never seen. The chaos that ensued could’ve gone viral if someone had a phone handy.

So I said to her, “Did you apply meat tenderizer? Ammonia?” She said no, but was grateful that she had taken some Benadryl at 3 a.m. that morning to help with insomnia. She suspects (and I agree) that the inflammation and pain could have been much worse. We joked about her story and dubbed it “One Bee, Two Boobs.”

So what do you do if you are stung or bitten by a nasty little critter? There are a host of remedies for insect attacks and other summer “owwies” that you can find at your local pharmacy, or in your kitchen.

Oatmeal.

Put quick-cooking or rolled oats into a food processor or coffee grinder to make a fine powder. Mix that with a small amount of water to make a paste.

Apply this paste to your sting. You can also take a bath with oatmeal for all-over itch relief.

Black Tea. Put a cold tea bag on the bite site for 5

minutes. The naturally-occurring “tannins” in tea are what make it bitter, but these tannins also draw the poison out and ease discomfort. English Breakfast Tea is high in tannins.

Vinegar.

Use white or apple cider vinegar. Mix it 50/50 with water and use a cotton ball to dab the mixture to your sore for instant itch relief.

Meat Tenderizer.

This contains papain which breaks up poisons from insect venom. Sprinkle about 1/2 teaspoon into a little cup and add some water, perhaps a teaspoon or two just to make a paste and dab directly onto the bite. The sooner after you get stung, the better!

Ammonia.

Insect venom is usually acidic and ammonia is alkaline so this neutralizes the poison, and is best applied as soon as possible to the bee or wasp sting. Some people recommend to dab it on straight, others suggest to dilute 50/50 with water.

Ice Cubes.

It’s super effective at reducing inflammation and numbing the area. Just wrap a cube in a paper towel and apply for 5 or 10 minutes. Ice feels nice on bites!

Toothpaste.

The menthol in toothpaste makes for a nice cooling sensation while reducing swelling. Just apply a thin layer and let it dry.

If you’d like to read a longer version of this article with more natural and inexpensive home remedies, sign up for my newsletter at suzycohen.com and I’ll email it to you.

(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.

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The Ocean County Fair July 12 through 16 has a long history that began in the fall of 1947. Several county farmers, residents and agricultural county agents got together to display their crops and share information. This “Agriculture Day” was the start of the Ocean County Fair. Over the years the farmers and folks from all over the county continued to gather and meet with 4H kids and leaders, Cooperative Extension professionals and staff along with county leaders. Livestock, animals, rides, attractions, food vendors, fair princess competitions, fashion shows, grand champions/reserve champions and best in show all became the fabric of our County Fair. Ocean County Park located off Ocean Avenue in Lakewood hosted the event for over 40 years until the fair out grew the physical space. In the early 1980’s Robert J Miller Airpark, in Berkeley Township, became our new home giving us room to handle the ever growing fair.

This year’s fair will have 4H livestock and displays, rides, vendors, food and lots of great entertainment. Come for the amusement rides (Thursday and Sunday wristband package) and see the Chainsaw Carver, Marvelous Mutts performing, exotic animal petting zoo along with elephant and camel rides, horse competition events Friday and Saturday evenings and much much more. Our main stage will host several great bands including Amish Outlaws, After the Reign, Scott DeCarlo along with others.

The Ocean County Fair runs Wednesday July 12 through Sunday July 16 at Robert J Miller Airpark Route 530 and Mule Rd Berkeley. Complete schedule available at OceanCountyFair.com.

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A Magical July Coming To The Ocean County Library

OCEAN COUNTY – A generous serving of magically themed programs will be offered at 10 Ocean County Library branches during July.

These family programs feature magicians Jim Vagias, Chad Juros and the Amazing “V,” as well as the Magic of Sharks and a Magic Workshop, which will take place at the following branches:

Little Egg Harbor Branch, 290 Mathistown Road, 609-294-1197, Chad Juros the Magician at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 18. Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Township Branch of the Ocean County Library.

Barnegat Branch, 112 Burr Street, 609698-3331, Chad Juros the Magician at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 18.

Lacey Branch, 10 East Lacey Rd., 609693-8566, Chad Juros the Magician at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 18.

Island Heights Branch, 121 Central Ave., 732-270-6266, Chad Juros the Magician at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 19.

Point Pleasant Boro Branch, 834 Beaver Dam Rd., 732-295-1555 at Chad Juros the Magician, 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19.

Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, 732-349-6200 at Chad Juros the Magician, 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19.

Jackson Branch, 2 Jackson Drive, 732928-4400, Magic Workshop at 2 p.m. on Monday, July 24.

Upper Shores Branch, 112 Jersey City Ave., 732-793-3996, The Magic of Sharks at 3 p.m. on Monday, July 24. Sponsored by the Friends of the Upper Shores Branch.

Toms River Branch, 101 Washington Street, 732-349-6200, The Magic of Sharks at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 24.

Stafford Branch, 129 North Main Street, 609-597-3381, Silly Magic with the Amazing “V” at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26. Sponsored by the Friends of Stafford Branch.

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OCEAN COUNTY – Donate your used cell phone and help out a worthy cause.

Nancy Seibert has been collecting for “Cell Phones for Soldiers” since 2006. She has combined forces with the Berkeley-based “Support the Troops” project and Lloyd Mullikin, who has been sending packages overseas since 2004.

Over the past six years these projects have worked closely together collecting phones, and mailing packages which include the calling cards to our troops overseas.

Cell phones are collected in any condition and sent to a recycler. The profits from the recycling are sent to the organization headquarters in Massachusetts to purchase 60-minute calling cards for our troops overseas so that they may keep in contact with their families during their deployment.

To date, there have been over 15,000 phones collected and over 54,000 free 60-minute calling cards donated through these efforts to date.

There are various drop sites throughout the area so that donors can drop their phones in them.

The group is also accepting names of soldiers serving overseas to send them calling cards. Provide their name, rank, and military mailing address to mail them a package along with the calling cards.

For more information, contact Nancy Seibert at 732-606-6040.

Ocean Gate Fire Department Annual Dinner

OCEAN GATE – The Ocean Gate Fire Department will host its Annual Alfred Battilla Roast Beef Dinner on July 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Adrian Hall.

Tickets are $10 ($5 for children under 10) and benefit the Ocean Gate Firemen’s Welfare Association. There will also be a bake sale by the Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary and a 50/50 raffle drawing.

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CLASSIFIEDS Real Estate

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Want To Buy - 2 BR home in Brick/Toms River area. Reasonable. Will refurbish. Call Maria 201-310-2150.

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Registered Nurse – The Pines at Whiting is looking for two compassionate RN’s to provide care to residents in our skilled nursing/rehab community.

Minimum 1-2 years experience required as well as experience with EMR. One RN 7-3 (32 hours a week e/o w/e), and one RN 3-11 (16 hours a week e/o w/e).

The 32 hour week position offers full benefits. For immediate consideration apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732849-2047 or email resume to rscully@ thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (30)

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)

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

(27) St. Jude Novena - May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and perserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer 9 times a day. Say it for 9 days.

By the eighth day, your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised.

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Yard Sale July 15 & 16 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2 Nelson Ct. Holiday City Carefree.

TV, radios, Disney, China, steins, kitchen items, xmas, luggage, bedroom set, glassware and more. (30)

Items For Sale Oak Dining Room Set - Table with 2 12-inch leafs, 6 chairs with China cabinet hutch, $600. 732-928-4605. (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, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius.

732-364-7580. (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) 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) 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)

Live-in Detailed Housekeeper Cooking, cleaning, ironing for summer (possibly longer) with references. Friday through Tuesday (have other help). 500 in Mantaoloking. 201-960-0222.

(28) PT Weekend CNA/CHHA - The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’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! Full Time 3-11. Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7. Special weekend rates of $14 to $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. (32) Now Hiring in Chatsworth - General Laborers & F/L Operators Needed at Ocean Spray! $11/hr!

Mandatory OT = more $$$ in your pocket! Long-term work & bonuses!

Call 609-387-2900 today!

(30) Job Fair - Wednesday, July 12, 2017, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Immediate interviews. Food Service: PT Waitstaff, Dietary Aides, and Utility Aides(Day and evening shifts). Light refreshments will be served! We have openings for caring, hardworking individuals looking to make a difference in our community Stop in and see what a great place this is to work!

The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 – 732-849-2047. (29) Full Time - Full charge bookkeeper for adult community in Whiting. Proficient in Excel. Knowledge of Tops a plus. Fax resume 732-350-2838. (27) Full or Part Time Laborer/Apprentice - In Jackson. Will train.

Benefits available for full time employees. Call 732-928-2100.

(34) P/T Driving Instructor Wanted - 10 years driving experience.

Clean license, will train. Call 732920-8830 for info.

(29) CDL Driver – PT The Pines at Whiting is currently looking for a part time CDL driver to transport residents to and from our community. This person will be doing local shuttle runs as well as resident day trips. Position requires a CDL license with 16+ passenger endorsement.

Position will work an average of 20-25 hours a week. For immediate consideration apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759, 732-849-2047 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (30)

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Borough Of Lakehurst - Temporary 90-day Public Works laborer. $10 per hour. Valid DL with good record required. Applications can be obtained at Borough Hall, 5 Union Avenue, Lakehurst, NJ 08733. EOE. (29)

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)

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

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P/T Teller - For busy check cashing store in Toms River. Must have banking experience. Reliable 45 years or older person. Call Michele 732-513-5347.

(28) 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)

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

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (39) Interior and Exterior Painting – Insured all calls returned.

References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH4548900. Tommy call 609-661-1657. (30) Angel Card Readings By Ena 848-227-5424. I can help you with lifes concerns. With God, all things possible.

(29) Experienced, Responsible, Mature Lady - Is looking for live-in caregiver position for seniors in New Jersey. Excellent references. Call Ewa 732-886-9651.

(27) 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) Live-in Caregiver - With 20 years experience. Seeking employment to care for elderly, to do cooking, showerm medication and cleaning. Excellent references. Call Nelly 732-853-2386.

(301 Nor’easter Painting and Staining, LLC - Interior and exterior. Decks, powerwashing. Affordable. Senior discounts. References. No job too small. Fully insured. 732-6910123. Lic #13VH09460600. (31) 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 State for over 35 years. 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 732773-3933, 732-674-6644.

(30) All American Home Health Care All phases of home health care.

Professional, 25 years experience.

Live in, full or part time, or hourly.

Skip the rest, hire the best.Senior discounts. 732-664-3605.

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Services Don Carnevale Painting Specializing interiors. Very neat. Special senior discounts.

Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low spring rates. License #13VH3846900.

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

(27) 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) Buy Direct Flooring Distributers - Direct from mills. Eliminate middle man. Luxury vinal, planking, carpet, remnants, hardwood.

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

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

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n)

All Around Yard And Home Maintenance – Outdoor, indoor work done to your satisfaction. Spring thru Winter. Cleaning, home repairs, yard upgrades, etc. References upon request. Very diligent. Fair estimates.

Eddie Zsoka 732-608-4781. (31)

Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (t/n) 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) Nice Polish Lady - Can take care of elderly. Available days. Have car for shopping, doctor visits.

20 years experience. Call Krystyna 732-657-2798.

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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) 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.

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OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Department of Parks & Recreation will offer a “Travelin’ Tennis Program” this summer. These tennis classes include instructions, use of tennis rackets and balls. Pre-registration is mandatory and rain days cannot be rescheduled. The fee is $14 per child and all classes are usually held

Kids Travelin’ Tennis Lessons

Mondays through Thursdays.

To register, send a check made payable to the “County of Ocean” to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, 1198 Bandon Road, Toms River, NJ 08753. Please provide name, address and daytime telephone number, along with program # when registering.

Ship Bottom – July 10 to 13 at 6th Street Program #233492-5C from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.

Beach Haven – July 17 to 20 at Pearl Street and Bay Ave. Program # 233492-5D from 10 to 11 a.m.

Lavallette – July 24 to 27 at Bayside Park Program # 233492-5E from 10 to 11 a.m.

Point Pleasant – July 31 to August 3 at Beaver Dam Creek County Park Program # 233492-5F from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

To receive more information or to receive a Parks & Recreation Newsletter, call 732-5069090 or visit the website at oceancountyparks. org.

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE RONEN ROTEM, DDS

The Center For Exceptional Cosmetic & Adult Dentistry

By Robert Verderese Let’s face it, for most of us, there is a certain stigma surrounding the phobia we experience when going to the dentist, whether it’s the awkward feeling of having someone poke around your mouth and inspect your teeth, or the anticipation of potentially painful procedures such as getting a cavity filled or tooth removed. At Rotem Dental Care, Dr. Ronen Rotem, along with his associate, Dr. Mihirgir Bava, are passionate about changing the stigma associated with a dental visit.

The moment you walk into his office, you’ll sense something different about Dr. Rotem’s practice. For one, that proverbial dentist office smell, you know that distinct smell that many of us find repugnant, even nerve-fraying, is completely non-existent.

Instead, you’re more likely to be greeted by the aroma of calming herbal teas, or the smell of hot coffee brewing from a Keurig machine, even freshly-baked chocolate chip cookies!

“We offer care that is warm and welcoming, making every patient we see feel right at home from the moment they walk through the door,” Dr. Rotem says. When you arrive in Dr. Rotem’s reception area, you’ll be greeted by one of

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Once in a chair in the treatment room, you can leave your troubles behind while you sink into a Tempur-Pedic cushion and watch a movie or listen to music. “My goal is for my patients to feel as comfortable as possible in every respect,” Dr. Rotem explains.

Moreover, if you desire an added dose of comfort, Dr. Rotem can help you find complete relaxation with sedation dentistry.

Sedation dentistry is the term used for methods of calming or relaxing patients who experience some form of dental phobia. With some patients, even thinking about going to the dentist or sitting in the dentist chair fills them with acute anxiety. At Rotem Dental Care, Dr. Rotem understands this fear can be very real for you and therefore invests in the training and resources to help those who experience dental-induced anxiety feel calm during their visits.

Various methods of conscious sedation are offered at Rotem Dental Care, including: oral medications such as Valium, intravenous sedation and nitrous oxide. If you choose nitrous oxide as a form of sedation, you can expect to be totally relaxed and calm throughout

the whole dental procedure, yet completely awake.

Dr. Rotem also affords you the option of nap sedation dentistry, which is ideal for procedures that would normally require multiple visits to be condensed into one visit.

He explains the benefits of sedation dentistry in the following way: “Dental sedation has literally changed lives by allowing those who would not visit the dentist (even though they knew they needed to!) to get the dental care they most desperately need.”

Do you hesitate when you smile?

Would you like to increase your self-confidence? Do you want to look your best in social or profes-

sional situations? If so, Dr. Rotem can help you achieve your smile goals through implant dentistry!

A dental implant is a man-made replacement for a tooth root.

They are ideal for patients who have missing or compromised teeth due to gum disease, decay, injury or for those who have missing teeth.

If you are interested in implant dentistry, Dr. Rotem will address all of your questions and concerns about the exact nature of implant dentistry, its many benefits and most importantly—whether you are a potential candidate for them.

Additionally, as a comprehensive practice, Rotem Dental Care offers many other services including: teeth cleaning, dental veneers, invisalign clear braces, filings, extractions and much, much more!

As someone committed to providing excellent, personalized care and services to you and your family, Dr. Rotem offers a Dental Savings Plan to those who have no dental insurance.

“Our Dental Savings Plan was created with one simple idea— that all people should have access to premium dental care, end of story” says Dr. Rotem.

Some of the features of the plan include no yearly maximums, no deductibles and perhaps best of all—immediate eligibility!

The desire to help others spills out of Dr. Rotem’s office and into the community. Once a year, Dr. Rotem sponsors a candy buy-back contest, where local children donate some of their candy to Dr. Rotem who in turn sends the candy to troops serving overseas and pays the children for their generous offering: “I started this program with the intention to at once incentivize kids to donate their candy while at the same time giving our troops overseas a special Halloween,” Dr. Rotem explains.

Practicing in Ocean County for 20 years, Dr. Rotem will be celebrating this milestone with a random sweepstakes. The sweepstakes will run monthly through the end of September and the prize is a balcony cabin for two on the Norwegian Cruise Ship “Escape” with Bermuda as its destination.

Rotem Dental Care is always accepting new patients. To find out more about Dr. Rotem’s expertise and services, check out his website at RotemDentalCare. com or call the office and set up an appointment at 732-341-8500.

The office is conveniently located at 355 Lakehurst Road in Toms River. Dr. Rotem and the rest of his staff at Rotem Dental Care will be more than happy to help you have that beautiful smile you always dreamed of.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

A Hairy Recommendation

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How do I go about getting her to try my stylist? Do you think I should try a gift card to my salon?

Judy, Brick Dear Hairy, You made me chuckle. Just last night I was looking at some old magazines, remarking at how funny some of the hairdos were. And that’s just not the ladies either. I remember when all the men were getting curly perms. Your friend’s new do is a touchy topic,

because she is so enamored with her new look, but I think your idea is a good one. You and you friend might plan a day of beauty together with your stylist. Just let your stylist play with hair and ask if she’s been thinking about changing it.

You’ll see if she’s willing to try a new look. I asked my wife about this one and the always wise Mrs. reminded me that hairstyles change all the time.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen From SeaTo Shining Sea: Set Off Culinary Fireworks WithThis Fresh, Flavorful Seafood Recipe

By Wolfgang Puck GRILLED TERIYAKI SCALLOPS (OR SHRIMP) WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE-JALAPENO SALSA Serves 4 as a main dish, 8 as an appetizer For the scallops or shrimp: 16 large sea scallops, or 16 peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro leaves Extra-virgin olive oil Freshly ground black pepper Kosher salt Homemade teriyaki sauce (recipe follows), or good-quality bottled teriyaki sauce For the salsa: Extra-virgin olive oil, for coating 1 large, ripe pineapple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) slices 2 large red onions, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch (12-mm) slices 3 green jalapeno chiles 3 red jalapeno chiles, or 3 additional green ones 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves 1 lime, juiced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Preheat an outdoor grill.

Meanwhile, prep and marinate the scallops or shrimp: Place them on folded paper towels to blot dry. Thread a pair of skewers parallel through 4 scallops or shrimp. Repeat with the remaining seafood.

Sprinkle mint and cilantro over the seafood. Drizzle generously with oil, and season with pepper; then drizzle with a little more oil.

Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

When the fire is hot, place the cooking grid over the fire and make the grilled pineapple-jalapeno salsa: Carefully oil the cooking grid. Place the pineapple slices on the grid and cook until golden-brown, about 4 minutes per side, turning with long-handled grill tongs. Remove to a clean cutting board.

In a bowl, gently toss the onion slices and jalapenos in just enough oil to coat lightly. Place them on the grid and cook until evenly browned and blistered, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove from the grill.

Protecting your fingers with a clean folded kitchen towel or paper towels, peel off the chiles’ blistered skins; then slit the chiles open and discard the seeds, veins and stems.

On a cutting board, cut the pineapple into 1/2-inch (12-mm) cubes, placing them in a large mixing bowl, and discard the tough inner cores. Cube the onion, mince the jalapenos, and add to the bowl with the remaining cilantro and mint. Add lime juice, and drizzle with olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.

Season the seafood skewers lightly with salt. Oil the cooking grid and grill the skewers over high heat for about 2 minutes per side, brushing lightly with teriyaki sauce to glaze just before they finish cooking.

To serve, spoon the salsa onto individual serving plates.

Using tongs, slide the scallops or shrimp off the skewers onto the salsa. Serve immediately.

HOMEMADE TERIYAKI SAUCE Makes about 1 cup (250 mL) 1/2 cup (125 mL) sake 1/2 cup (125 mL) soy sauce 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons minced green onion, white part only 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 2 cloves garlic, peeled and grated 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon cold water In a heavy, medium-sized nonreactive saucepan over medium heat, combine the sake, soy sauce, vinegar and honey. Add the green onion and bring to a boil. Add the ginger and garlic. Simmer briefly. If you want a smooth, clear sauce, pour through a fine-meshed strainer.

In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water to make a smooth slurry. Reduce the heat to low and, whisking constantly, drizzle in the slurry and cook until thick and glossy, about 1 minute longer. Refrigerate in a covered container and use within a week.

(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) © 2017 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.

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