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Local Capital To The Coast Trail Hopes To Expand Players Excel At Monmouth University –Photo by Sara Grillo A sign for the Capital to the Coast Trail is displayed near the parking lot of Allaire State Park.

By Chris Christopher WEST LONG BRANCH – Mike Basile, seated on the dais with three of his teammates and Monmouth University head football coach Kevin Callahan, broke into a grin Monday.

Basile has plenty to smile about.

The former Brick Memorial High School player has won numerous honors at defensive back for the Hawks. And his name is on the lips of National Football League teams – scouts from the New York Giants and the Oakland Raiders watched Basile practice Monday.

The subject of the NFL came up at the 2017 Monmouth University (Players - See Page 5)

Birds, Bugs And Beyond Festival

By Sara Grillo FREEHOLD – A free Birds, Bugs and Beyond festival is taking place on August 19 from 12 to 4 p.m., rain or shine, at the Monmouth County Agricultural Building, 4000 Kozloski Road.

Hosted by the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Monmouth County and the 4-H Youth Development Program, the nature-focused festival will feature live performances, games and crafts for both children and adults to explore.

“Birds, Bugs and Beyond is a (Festival - See Page 4)

By Sara Grillo FARMINGDALE – A meeting is taking place at the Allaire State Park Administration Building on August 19 to discuss the future of the Capital to the Coast Trail, a 55-mile-long multi-use network that, once com-

plete, will link up parks, wildlife, eight towns and even a college campus in its path, from the City of Trenton to the Borough of Manasquan.

A two-mile-long stretch of that trail runs through Allaire State Park, starting at the old rail bed of the Free-

hold-Jamesburg Railroad. When the path ends on Hospital Road, the trail continues for another five miles out to the ocean and ends on the streets of Manasquan.

John Lockenmeyer, facilitator for the (Trail - See Page 4)

Army Support Activity Fort Dix Welcomes New Commander

–Photo courtesy Airman 1st Class Zachary Martyn Col. James Martin Jr., incoming U.S. Army Support Activity Fort Dix and Joint Base MDL Deputy Commander, addresses a crowd of service members.

By Sara Grillo JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST – In a recent ceremony at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, U.S. Army Col. Martin Klein relinquished command of the U.S. Army Support Activity (ASA) Fort Dix to U.S. Army Col. James E. Martin, Jr. Martin is a former Infantry and Information Systems Officer and previously served as Deputy to the Army

Reserve Deputy Commanding General of Support.

Highlights of the day, which began at 10 a.m., included posting of the colors by a joint color guard, formation of service members and ceremonial music provided by a live military band.

The ceremony was filled with Joint Base MDL service members and civic leaders, including 3rd District Congressman (Commander - See Page 6)

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3 HOWELL RESIDENTS ARRESTED DURING DRUG BUST

By Sara Grillo HOWELL – Three Howell residents were arrested on various charges by the New Jersey State Police after an investigation revealed two men were distributing over $800 worth of heroin.

With assistance from State Police detectives from the Troop “C” Criminal Investigations Office and the Detective Operational Group, they also found out that one of those men, 50-year-old Joseph Cottrell of Howell, had an outstanding criminal

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Using Electronic Surveillance, State Police Fugitive and K-9 Units, State Police detectives attempted to serve Cottrell and his accomplice, 34-year-old Darnell Williams of Jackson, with arrest warrants at a home on Church Road in Howell Township.

Cottrell was arrested without incident, but Williams tried to flee from the scene in a car driven by 41-year-old Daniel O’Shea of Howell. Detectives were able to stop the car and arrest O’Shea, but Williams again fled from the scene. He was later arrested by detectives at the Red Roof Inn in Neptune Township, along with 32-year-old Nyesa Richardson of Howell, who was with him

at the motel.

As a result of Cottrell’s arrest, two and a half bricks of heroin and drug paraphernalia were seized by state troopers.

Williams was charged with distribution of heroin and eluding. Cottrell was charged with possession of heroin, possession of prescription legend drugs and possession of hypodermic needles. O’Shea was charged with possession of heroin, possession of drug paraphernalia and obstruction, and Richardson was charged with obstruction of justice.

All individuals were released pending court dates, except Williams, who was lodged in the Ocean County Jail.

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Trail:

Continued From Page 1 Capital to the Coast Trail, said he expects representatives from the Monmouth County Freeholders, Parks and Recreation, environmental groups, and council members or mayors from Howell, Manasquan and Wall Townships to attend the meeting.

“This meeting is an informative meeting to stimulate public and governmental support to secure funding for the Capital to the Coast Trail. We are seeking volunteers to attend Freeholders’ meetings, visit the eight Monmouth County municipalities, and attend the Monmouth County Parks and Recreation meetings,” said Lockenmeyer.

Lockenmeyer and his friend, Rudy Buser, were the masterminds behind creating the trail back in 2000.

“My friend and I were bike people and did some biking, and he was born in Europe, and we were just talking one day about how biking is so popular in Europe and in this county it’s something that should be added to the quality of life and activities and sports,” he said.

Despite a smooth start – many successful meetings with township and open space officials, and receiving supporting resolutions from the Monmouth County Freeholders and Park Commission, to this day only 12 to 14 percent of the trail is complete.

Lockenmeyer feels that the momentum has been lost, as municipalities have stopped applying for grants and money has ceased to come in.

The Capital to the Coast Trail is slated to go through five state and county parks in Monmouth County: Allaire State Park, Manasquan Reservoir County Park, Turkey Swamp Wildlife County Park, Perrineville Lake County Park and Assunpink Wildlife Management Area.

Festival:

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hands-on fun day for families to learn about the beneficial creatures in our home gardens and lawns,” Freeholder Director Lillian G. Burry said in a statement. “This event furthers the efforts of our Master Gardeners and 4-H club members to educate residents of all ages and of all gardening interests.

Bring your gardening questions and you can have them answered, too.”

This year’s theme is “Adventures in Nature,” featuring activities and games, plus displays of insects, birds, bats, butterflies and other garden dwellers. There will be a cameo by Rappin’ with Raptors Show from the Tenafly Nature Center, make and take crafts, composting and vermicomposting (with worms) and garden tours.

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John Boyle, Research Director for The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia will also be on hand at the meeting to lend his advice and expertise on how to advocate for funding and political support for the trail.

One of the trail’s challenges, he said, is that it spans through the jurisdiction of two counties – Monmouth and Mercer – which complicates transportation funding.

He said The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia works with the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC), which covers Mercer County. On the flip side, Monmouth County falls under the North Jersey Transportation Planning Association, which works with their partner organization, the New Jersey Bike and Walk Coalition.

“We hope that we’re going to tie in with John with his organization to get more support. That’s what we’re driving for,” said Lockenmeyer.

One exciting feat that could come out of this meeting and eventual completion of the Capital to the Coast Trail is greater networking between the Jersey Shore and Philadelphia.

“DVRPC has worked with the William Penn Foundation to develop a 750 bi-state mile trail network in the Greater Philadelphia Region known collectively as the Circuit.

The Capital to Coast Trail, if completed, will become part of this trail network and by 2040 would connect the Trenton-Philadelphia metro area to the Jersey Shore.”

But for the time being, Lockenmeyer just hopes to get the momentum swinging closer to home, and that seeing more and more bike racks and less and less parking spots at the beach will entice people to pedal their way to the shore.

He said it costs around three quarters to 1 million dollars per mile to build trails.

“When you get a grant of 2 or 3 million dollars, you’re not going to go very far.”

will also be providing displays of animal tracks, scat identification and farm animals.

Children and their families will also get to examine a beehive and learn how honey is gathered, and observe Monarch butterflies and ladybugs up close.

Monmouth County 4-H Club members and Master Gardeners will both be on hand to showcase their rabbits, reptiles and chickens, and expertise in all things home gardening. A free Master Gardener Helpline Table will be set up to answer all your gardening questions.

This program is free, but vendors will be on site selling honey, fresh produce and jams, as well as ice cream, Italian ice and light snacks.

For more information about Birds, Bugs and Beyond, call the Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Monmouth County at 732431-7260.

Vendors Needed For Pep Rally

HOWELL – Vendors are needed for the Howell Pop Warner Pep Rally on August 19 from 4 to 7 p.m. Vendor tables are $25 and need to be reserved by August 14.

This is a great opportunity for a small

business to sell merchandise and get their name out during a fun, family night in the Howell community. Email Kathleen Pesina at kathleen.pesina@gmail.com for more information.

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Players:

Continued From Page 1 Football Media Day, resulting in the smile.

“It’s definitely on my mind,” the senior safety said. “It’s a dream, a goal. My goal right now is this season. My goal is to help us win the Big South Conference, go 1-0 and take it from there. If I go out there and play my game, then everything will fall into place.”

Several former Hawks have made it to the NFL under the tutelage of Callahan, the team’s lone mentor in history as it begins its 25th season. They include wide receiver Chris Hogan, who achieved fame last year with the New England Patriots, and Miles Austin. The latter starred at wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys.

“Several teams will come through to look at Mike,” Callahan said. “Probably every NFL team will be here to look at him before the season is over. It’s a big deal, but then it is not. The scouts are discreet. They stay out of the way, but they will want to size him up.

They will watch two, three and four years of video of Mike as a college player. Scouts coming here is a regular occurrence.”

Basile has been named to the 2017 STATS Buch Buchanan Award Watch List. The former Mustang was a finalist for the award as a junior, finishing in 24th place. He’s one of eight returning finalists to make the preseason watch list. He’s one of seven defensive backs on the 21-player list.

Honored as an Associated Press second-team All-American as a junior, Basile was recently named to a pair of 2017 firstteam preseason All-America teams and was selected as a preseason All-Big South Conference defensive back. The three-year starter won Big South Rookie of the Year honors and has earned first-team all-conference honors every year.

Last season, the former Mustang registered 110 tackles and led the Big South in blocked kicks and forced fumbles. He made double digit stops in five games and enters this season third in the NCAA for active career tackles with 307 and second in solo tackles per game with 6.03. Basile is third all-time at Monmouth in tackles, needing just 47 to move past former Jackson Memorial player Aaron Edwards for first all-time.

“They are all great accolades and they all mean that my hard work is paying off,” Basile said. “It’s about doing my job and helping the team win. The honors give me a great feeling as they show my hard work is paying off.

Basile is one of the Hawks’ two captains.

“First of all, I go out there and do all I can to help the team,” he said. “I have to help everyone on the field and make sure everyone is doing the right thing. If everyone communicates, we have the chance to make the right play.”

Basile said his work ethic has resulted in success.

“First off, I work real hard,” the 6-foot-1, 200-pounder said. “I want to do my best. I know that nothing will be handed to me. If you work hard, things will fall into place and they will happen the way I want them to.”

Basile said he enjoys playing strong safety.

“I love it,” he said. “I have been there since

The Howell Times, August 12, 2017, Page 5 my freshman year. It’s the best position on the field as you are in charge. You control the outcome. You get interceptions and tackle people. You are all over the ball. That is where you have the most impact. I try to go out there and give the younger guys the advice that helped me play when I was younger. Guys like Joe Johnson (a former Manchester player) helped me.”

Callahan said Basile’s presence has meant plenty of good things to the Hawks.

“It was very obvious after three days of practice as a freshman that Basile had it,” Callahan said. “It takes some guys two days, a month, a full season. His value and contributions have been significant on the field and they have been much deeper far beyond the field. He is a true leader and a tireless worker. He represents us as well as anyone could hope. He is very competitive and a guy other people want to be like and emulate.

“He plays with such tremendous effort. He puts himself in the position to make plays on a regular basis. He understands how and why things happen and he gets himself into position to make those plays and tackles.”

Toms River’s Berry Returns Back in the Hawks’ lineup is junior cornerback Tymere Berry, a former Toms River South football and basketball standout.

Berry said he was academically ineligible last season.

“I was young and dumb to be honest,” the criminal justice major said. “I am the first person from my family to go to college and I lacked experience and guidance. Coach Callahan and the academic staff pushed me to where I am now. It’s great to be back. I am relishing the grind. I worked real hard to get back. I am taking it step by step and day by day. I am just trying to get better.”

Berry said it was tough to sit out last season.

“It was real hard as I played since I was eight years old,” he said. “I never missed a game. It put me at a low point and made me work even harder.”

Berry played in nine games and started two as a true freshman, finishing the season with 31 total tackles, including 22 solo stops. He added three pass breakups and made his first career interception against Presbyterian. He’s a 6-foot-1,175-pounder.

“I want to put Monmouth University football on the map,” he said. “I feel I am in a good position to help the team win games.

Mike Basile has been here four years and he has helped me each day. I am out here to work and get better.”

Berry said he missed out on playing by several credits.

“I was short maybe three credits,” he said.

“He did not take care of what he had to do academically and he found himself short credits,” Callahan said. “If you want to play, you have to take care of business. He appreciates the chance and opportunity to play college football. He has learned that he has to hold up his end of the bargain. The bottom line of it is that he is smart and is doing very well academically. Perhaps the point of the importance of academics was not driven home in the past.”

“Tymere is awesome,” Basile said. “He is one of the most athletic guys I have ever (Players - See Page 12)

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Commander: Continued From Page 1

Tom MacArthur. Brenda McCullough, U.S. Army Instillation Management Command Director and ASA Fort Dix Command Sgt. Major Patrick McKie oversaw the change of command, which took place in the Timmerman Center.

Martin will lead the ASA Fort Dix and assume the role of Joint Base MDL Dep-

uty Commander, serving alongside U.S. Air Force Col. Neil Richardson, Joint Base MDL and 87th Air Base Wing Commander, and U.S. Navy Captain Christopher Bergen, Naval Support Activity Lakehurst and Joint Base MDL Deputy Commander.

Klein gave a farewell speech during the ceremony, expressing his gratitude toward both the Joint Base MDL community and his family.

“It has been my honor to have known you and to serve alongside you,” said Klein in a statement. “This command has given me a newfound sense of respect for [not only the soldiers], but for the sailors, airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen who call this joint base home.”

The new Deputy Commander of Joint Base MDL also took to the podium to address the crowd.

“While our history is rich, Col. Klein has

positioned us to look toward the future so that ASA Fort Dix will once again provide readiness capabilities that enable the Army and joint force to meet 21st century security challenges,” said Martin. “To every soldier, sailor, airman, Marine, Coast Guardsman, and Department of Defense civilian: you are the very fabric of our military and our most treasured resource.

You are ‘The Ultimate Weapon.’ We will support ‘The Ultimate Weapon!’”

Six Flags Great Adventure Events

Fright Fest Zombie Auditions and Technical Support – August 18, 19 and 26. Calling all those who have a passion for Halloween, Six Flags Great Adventure is casting for the 2017 Fright Fest season.

Interested zombies, ghouls and goblins are welcome to this open audition and should come prepared to participate in fun group exercises in front of a panel of judges. No costumes, props or previous experience is required. Performers should visit sixflagsjobs.com to apply online prior to the audition. The park is also looking for audio/ visual/special effects technicians for Fright Fest. Interested applicants should contact the Entertainment Department at rzumsteg@sftp.com.

Sleep N’ Soar for National Roller Coaster Day – August 16. Join Six Flags Great Adventure and Greg T from Z100’s Elvis Duran Morning Show to set the world record for the most guests riding a roller coaster in pajamas. Guests should come to the park dressed in their best Super Hero pajamas, or can purchase a Super Hero onesie from the park. The park will open at 9:30 a.m. and guests 54” and taller will ride BATMAN: The Ride for the world record from 10 to 11 a.m. For more information, visit sixflags.com/greatadventure. Event is free with theme park admission, Season Pass or active Membership. (Park dress code policies apply to pajamas.)

Mega Concierto Del Verano En Six Flags – August 19. Celebrate the summer at Great Adventure with Ivy Queen, Jowell Y Randy, Secreto and Alex Sensation for the MIKE AND IKE® Summer Concert Series Mega Concert of the summer, Ivy Queen is a rapper, singer, songwriter, producer and actress from Puerto Rico. As a Grammy nominee for her 2012 album Musa, she’s been referred to as the Queen of Reggaeton. Jowell Y Randy is a reggaeton duo from Puerto Rico, having released multiple popular albums including their most recent mixtape, La alcaldia del perreo. Secreto, an urban music artist from Dominican Republic, performs rap, hip hop, and reggaeton among many other styles. He’s considered one of Dominican Republic’s most successful urban artists. Alex Sensation is a popular NYC DJ, hosting two shows on La Mega 97.9 FM, and was featured on “Balada” by Gusttavo Lima, which reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Tropical Song List in 2012. The concert will be held in the Northern Star Arena at 7:30 p.m. Entrance to the concert is included with theme park admission, Season Pass or active Membership.

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

Bradley Beach Boutique Gets Façade Improvement Check

Freeholder Forum

by Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone BR ADLEY BEACH – Monmouth County Freeholder Thomas A. Arnone presented the owner of Ann Bags Boutique with a reimbursement check as part of the County’s ongoing Grow Monmouth Façade Improvement Program.

“Ann Bags Boutique now has a beautiful new blue awning attached to its façade,” said Freeholder Arnone, liaison to the County Division of Economic Development.

“The program is a great way for businesses to create an immediate and positive impact on their business.

The Buttered Biscuit and the Connolly Agency are neighbors of this store and have already participated in the program.”

Ann Marie Manna, owner of Ann Bags Boutique, received a reimbursement check of $1,850 for the awning on the building at 704A Main Street. The shop

is a women’s boutique that sells handbags, women’s casual wear, beach wear and ladies’ footwear.

The Façade Improvement Program is part of the successful Grow Monmouth initiative that is utilizing HUD Community Development Block Grant funds to help improve the look of privately held commercial buildings located in HUD eligible areas of Monmouth County. No County funds are used for the program.

HUD eligible areas include all or part of 24 of the County’s municipalities. Eligible municipalities are: Aberdeen, Atlantic Highlands, Belmar, Bradley Beach, Deal, Eatontown, Farmingdale, Freehold Borough,

Freehold Township, Hazlet, Highlands, Howell, Keansburg, Keyport, Lake Como, Manalapan, Matawan, Neptune City, Neptune Twp., Ocean Twp., Red Bank, Shrewsbury Twp., Union Bea ch a nd West L ong Branch. Asbury Park, Long Branch and Middletown businesses are not eligible for this program because those municipalities receive designated HUD Community Development Block Grants directly.

“Every Façade Improvement Program check helps make a needed improvement to a local business,” said Freeholder Arnone.

“To date, the façade program has dispersed more than $129,098 to Monmouth

Ann Bags Boutique owner Ann Marie Manna received a check for $1,850 as part of the Grow Monmouth Façade Improvement Program.

County businesses.”

For more infor mation about the Grow Monmouth Façade Improvement Program contact the Division

of Economic Development at 732-431-7470 or visit the Grow Monmouth section of the County website at visitmonmouth.com.

New Monmouth County 4-H Ambassadors Crowned

Freeholder Forum

by Freeholder Lillian G. Burry FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Fair held its 43rd annual run at the East Freehold Showgrounds and the annual 4-H Ambassador contest took place, where Freeholder Director Lillian G. Burry crowned two Monmouth County 4-H Ambassadors for 2017: Brooke Donzelli and Collin Roach.

“Opening night of the County Fair includes the time-honored tradition of crowning the next 4-H leaders,” said Freeholder Director Burry, liaison the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service and the 4-H program.

“Serving as an Ambassador is the culmination of a 4-H career as well as helping to set the course for a lifetime of community service and volunteerism. Both of our young ambassadors are model citizens who will do an excellent job representing and promoting the 4-H program for the next 12 months and as 4-H alumni.”

Brooke Donzelli, a resident of Howell Township, has been a member of 4-H for five years and started with the Small Animal Club. She is president of the Teen Council, and is the South Jersey 4-H Teen Representative for Monmouth County. Brooke is also a Rutgers 4-H Teen Science Café Teen Leader where she organizes classes and cafes on the Rutgers campus with professors, scientists, and teens (4-H and not), to learn about science in the world around us. She will be a sophomore at Freehold Regional Howell High School this fall.

Collin Roach, a resident of Freehold Township, has been a member of 4-H for four years and has been a Food and Fitness Ambassador for the past two years. He is passionate about raising awareness and helping people to live safe and active lifestyles. As a travel hockey team player,

Collin believes that a proper workout program is important to preventing injury and making an athlete a better game player. He will be a sophomore at Freehold Township High School this fall.

Outgoing 2016 4-H Ambassadors were Jillian Ruggerio of Freehold and Matthew Bennett of Middletown.

Rebecca Carmeli-Peslek of Millstone was presented with two $500 scholarships. She received the 4-H Volunteer Association Scholarship and the 4-H Alumni Association Scholarship. Ms. Carmeli-Peslak served as the 2016 New Jersey Agricultural Fair Ambassador.

4-H involves children from kindergarten through one year passed high school (grade 13) in dozens of clubs and activities. Traditional clubs involve livestock and farming activities. But some of the less traditional clubs, such as herpetology, care for arachnids, newts and salamanders and snakes. Other clubs develop skills in crafts, art, photography, writing, dance and theater arts.

“Special thanks goes to the adults who work directly with the youth as 4-H Volunteers,”

Director Burry said. “They are the backbone of the 4-H organization and give much of their time each year to make the Monmouth County Fair among the best in the state.”

The goals of the Monmouth County 4-H program are to recognize, showcase and evaluate the accomplishments of 4-H members, encourage teens

and adults to become 4-H volunteers, highlight the county 4-H program, familiarize the public with 4-H philosophy and provide an opportunity for the public to participate in enjoyable and educational, family oriented 4-H events.

The Monmouth County Fair is a joint project of the Monmouth County Park System

and the Monmouth County 4-H Association.

For more information about the 4-H program, a unit of the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Service in Monmouth County, call 732-431-7263 or visit the office at the Monmouth County Agriculture Building, 4000 Kozloski Road in Freehold.

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COMMUNITY NEWS C LUB N EWS , A CTIVITIES , E VENTS & A NNOUNCEMENTS

We are proud to announce the opening of our additional office at the Meridian Health Village in Jackson, in addition to our Howell location!

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Howell Senior Center Celebrates July With Luau

–Photo courtesy Howell Township HOWELL – The Howell Senior Center waved “Aloha” to July with a Luau themed birthday party complete with a Hula dancer. At another July event, members were also treated to a fun day at the Echo Lake Pavilion with Hot Carl’s handmade pizza and wonderful music. If you or a loved one is interested in becoming a member of the Howell Township Senior Center, please call 732-938-4500, ext. 2550 for more information. You must be a Howell Resident and 60+ years of age to become a member.

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HOWELL – Congregation Ahavat Olam is hosting its 2nd Annual Vendor/Craft Fair on October 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in its Social Hall, 106 Windeler Road.

Reserve your space as soon as possible, as spots will fill up quickly. Vendors will get free coffee and donuts during set up and receive

assistance with setting up an internet hot spot.

Electrical outlets will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

Call Bev Rosenberg at 848-459-7150 or Bernie Rosenberg at 732-580-7754 or Roberta Levine at 908-783-0447 for more information or email vendorcraftfair@cao-nj.org.

Upcoming Blood Drives

MONMOUTH COUNTY – New Jersey Blood Services is conducting the below blood drives that are open to the public: August 23 at the Whole Foods Market, 113 Route 9 South in Marlboro from 1 to 7 p.m.

August 24 at the Dunkin Donuts, 285 Gordons Corner Road in Manalapan from 1 to 7 p.m.

New Jersey Blood Services is asking for help to maintain an adequate supply of all blood

types, but especially O-negative – the “universal” blood, which can be transfused into anyone in an emergency. In addition, hundreds of additional blood drives need to be scheduled to meet projected hospital demand.

Current inventory of several blood types is running below the desired target level.

To donate blood, or for information on how to organize a blood drive, please call 1-800933-2566.

Christian Doo-Wop Concert

FREEHOLD – Ardena Baptist Church will host a Christian Doo-Wop Concert featuring Walter Santos, Musician for Jesus, on August 27 at 593 Adelphia Road.

A picnic supper will be at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 7 p.m. After playing percussion with many renowned jazz musicians and

famous bands, Dion Dimucci of Dion and the Belmonts showed Santos the way to Jesus.

This special blessing is free to all. Be sure to bring family and friend, and lawn chairs or blankets. Please also bring a non-perishable item to be donated to Joshua House in Farmingdale.

Free Admission To Five Historic House Museums

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Each of Monmouth County Historical Association’s five historic house museums, together with the museum at 70 Court Street, will be open free of charge in celebration of Smithsonian Magazine’s annual Museum Day Live! on September 23. This is the last weekend to visit

our historic house museums before they close for the season.

A Museum Day Live! ticket can be downloaded at smithsonian.com/museumday. Visitors who present the Museum Day Live! ticket will gain free admission at each of the museums for September 23.

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Bartley Healthcare Employees Complete Second Quarter Alzheimer’s Training

JACKSON – Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s, and related dementia, requires a special person that understands their needs. Bartley Healthcare is empowering caregivers through advanced education called CARES. CARES stands for Connect with the person, Assess behavior, Respond appropriately, Evaluate what works, and Share with others. Together, these actions empower –Photo courtesy Bartley Healthcare caregivers and allow them Bartley Healthcare employees recently became certified in to always improve at their EssentiALZ Dementia Care at Second Quarter Graduation. job. On January 2, Bartley Healthcare and The Orchards at Bartley Assist- Joint Commission Accredited Memory Care ed Living began partnering with HealthCare program at Bartley.

Interactive, conducting CARES Dementia For over 31 years, Bartley Healthcare has Training, for all their employees. This is a provided quality individual focused memory campus-wide initiative to have caregivers gain care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation and assisttheir certification in the CARES EssentiALZ ed living services for residents on its 25-acre Program. All Bartley Healthcare employees campus in Jackson, New Jersey. Founded in completed this program certified in Essen- 1985, Bartley Healthcare has long been rectiALZ Dementia Care at our Second Quarter ognized as an award winning, quality leader Graduation, which took place on July 5. with the experience in memory care, skilled This specialized CARES training is an nursing, post-acute care, and assisted living. element of the comprehensive training and Bartley Healthcare is Joint Commission aceducation program at Bartley Healthcare that credited, with special certification for their enables its caregivers to better understand and Memory Care and Post-Acute Programs. For meet the needs of it residents and patients. more information, visit the website at bartley CARES proficiency will further strengthen the healthcare.com or call today at 732-370-4700.

Center Players Concludes Season With “Boys Next Door”

FREEHOLD – Center Players, Freehold’s award-winning community theatre, will conclude its successful 2016-2017 season with a production of Tom Griffin’s “The Boys Next Door” at Center Playhouse, 35 South Street in downtown Freehold through August 20.

Directed by Dave McGrath, who resides in Long Branch, this comedic-drama centers around four intellectually disabled men rooming together, and Jack, their caring social worker who is on the verge of career burnout.

Taking place over the course of two months, the play offers scenes and vignettes to illustrate the daily lives of Jack and his wards.

The play resonates deeply with McGrath, who works for NJ’s Department of Developmental Disabilities, assisting people similar to the drama’s characters. “Over the years, I have developed a great awareness of how they communicate, see things, and reason in the most unreasonable and seemingly illogical way. You begin to understand their fears and frustrations and what makes them comfortable and happy. I’ve also come to appreciate their sense of humor, which is often quite sarcastic,”

explained McGrath. “After a while the surrealism that goes along with their world fades and one can almost forget how dependent they are on you and you forget about their disability.

My intention is to bring out essentials that we all share. The everyday fears and joys, the need to care for and to be cared about, that we all use some help to get through, and that underneath, we’re not so different.”

Performances run Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. There will be an additional 2 p.m. performance on Saturday, August 19. Tickets are priced from $25 to $27 and are available online at centerplayers.org or by calling 732-462-9093.

Celebrating its 16 th season at Center Playhouse, Center Players is a respected, award-winning organization, presenting high quality, engaging productions featuring local talent in historic downtown Freehold. In addition to their signature plays, the group also sponsors free play reading events and offers dinner and theater packages with several local restaurants.

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–Photo courtesy Howell Township HOWELL – It was recently Howell Night at a BlueClaws game at FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood. Howell Mayor Theresa Berger and Deputy Mayor Robert Nicastro started the night out right by throwing out the first pitches. Counselors, counselor in training, campers and families were able to walk the field and participate during game night activities.

Annual 5K Run For CONTACT Of Ocean/Monmouth

HOWELL – The 5th Annual Howell/Farmingdale 5K Run to benefit CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties 24/7 Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention Hotline is on Sunday, October 22 at Howell High School’s Athletic Complex, 405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road.

Events this year include a 5K Run & Race/ Walk, 1 Mile Run and 1 Mile Walk, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The course is made up of three loops on the track, grass and pavement. All

ages are welcome. Awards will go to the top male & female overall, plus age groups for the 5K Run. There is special pricing for those ages 19 and under. All registration fees are discounted if registered by October 18.

Call 732-240-6104 or email contactofoceanco@aol.com for registration and/or info on becoming a race sponsor. Visit contactoceanmonmouth.org for a race application form with full details or register online at register. compuscore.com/contact5k.

Summer Movies In The Park

HOWELL – Movies in the Park will take place at the Howell Library Hill, 318 Old Tavern Road, at dusk, throughout the summer.

Bring your blankets or favorite lawn chair.

Non-perishable food items will be collected

to benefit local food banks.

August 11: A Dog’s Purpose (PG) August 25: Power Rangers (PG-13) For questions, contact the Howell Department of Community Relations at 732-9384500, ext. 2106.

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The floral arrangements were provided by local florist Especially For You. They were one of more than 1,000 florists nationwide that participated in “Make Someone Smile Week,” hosted by floral delivery service Teleflora, which has hosted the week since 2000 as a way to brighten a day for countless people in hospitals, rehabilitation facilities and nursing homes.

Free Health Screenings During National Health Center Week

LAKEWOOD – In recognition of National Health Center Week, CHEMED (The Center for Health Education, Medicine and Dentistry), a federally qualified health care center located at 1771 Madison Avenue, is inviting the public to participate in two events on August 16 and 17.

The first event, CHEMED’s annual health fair, is on Wednesday, August 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is a free indoor event, open to all age groups. The second event, on Thursday, August 17, is from 2 to 5 p.m. and is a free health screening. No registration is required.

Participants in the health fair include a bilingual representative from Amerigroup RealSolutions, with healthy eating props and a game for children, a bilingual representative from N.J. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (NJSNAP-Ed) who will provide a lesson about sugar and other nutritional information, Dermascan screening

by Horizon NJ Health, face painting and giveaways by United Healthcare Community Plan, free five-minute chair massages by either a male and female masseuse and information about Lakewood Resource & Referral Center (LRRC).

Aetna Better Health of New Jersey will be offering summer safety tips and providing information on how to avoid exposure to lead. In addition, a health educator and nurses from clinic services of the Ocean County Health Department will give free blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol screenings, giveaway bags and educational brochures.

The chief of administrative services from the Intoxicated Driver Resource Center and a public information officer will have fatal vision goggles and a small obstacle course mat for attendees. The Alzheimer’s Association and Mimex Bilingual Consultants will have representatives at the event.

On August 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., CHEMED, in collaboration with Aetna Better Health of New Jersey, will be holding health screenings, including free blood pressure, glucose, and cholesterol screenings and oxygen saturation, heart rate, and BMI monitoring. Robert Singer of the 30th Legislative District and Vice Chairman of the Ocean County Board of Health, will present a proclamation from the Senate in honor of National Health Center Week.

National Health Center Week, August 13-19, recognizes the outstanding role of community health centers as a safety net for underserved populations by delivering comprehensive, high-quality preventive and primary health care to patients regardless of their ability to pay.

For more information, contact Emma, patient liaison to the Hispanic community at 732-364-2144, ext. 8627.

CHEMED provides comprehensive health and medical services, such as internal medicine, pediatrics, behavioral health, dentistry, women’s health and radiology, among other services, all in one building. Uninsured and underinsured patients will be seen on a sliding-fee scale. To make an appointment, call 732-364-6666.

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Continued From Page 5 seen. He will be a big, big important factor for us this season. He has matured a lot. He just goes out there and plays ball and there is nothing stopping him. He has all of the athletic gifts. He runs and jumps and is quick.

I played against him in high school and he is one of the best athletes on our team.”

Jackson’s Castronuova Prominent Former Jackson Memorial player Matt Castronuova, a junior, plans to play a large role this season at wide receiver.

“Right now, I am starting at wide receiver,” the 5-foot-9,175-pounder said. “Everything feels good. It’s my job to lose and it’s real nice to be in that position. I have a good work ethic and I work hard each day. I am competitive with my teammates and I let my ability speak for itself.”

He played in all 11 of the Hawks’ games at wide receiver and on special teams last season, making nine tackles.

“I have some speed,” he said. “I make guys miss when they try to tackle me. I am not the tallest guy, but I can make the plays.”

More Local Stars Other local players hoping to make names for themselves for the Hawks this season are senior wide receiver Vinny Grasso (Donovan Catholic), senior linebacker Jimmy Cleveland (Donovan), sophomore defensive lineman Adam Kakar (Toms River North, Milford Academy) and freshman offensive lineman Justin Szuba (Brick Memorial).

Grasso, a 5-foot-7,175-pounder, competed in each of Monmouth’s 11 games as a sophomore, making one catch and adding one tackle on special teams. Cleveland is a 6-foot-2,239-pounder.

The 6-foot-3,320-pound Kakar played in 11 games for the Hawks as a freshman, making one solo tackle and four assisted stops. Szuba is a 6-foot-7,260-pounder.

New Stadium The Hawks will open their regular season Saturday, September 2 at 3 p.m. (ESPN3) when they host Lafayette College at the brand new $16 million Henni Kantor Kessler & John H. Kessler Stadium in West Long Branch.

It will house more than half of the Hawks’ athletes, including lacrosse and track and field. The Kesslers were members of the original Touchdown Club, which helped bring football to the school in 1992. Henni and John, former Monmouth students, pledged the first gift to get the original Kessler Field built and saw more than 350,000 fans support 109 football games over the past 24 years.

Henni captained the cheerleading team while John played baseball for the Hawks.

Henn is a former trustee and a member of the school’s Society of Trustees while John is a trustee emeritus.

The couple has been giving back to the school since the tenure of president emeritus Samuel Megill, including the Henni Kessler Endowed Cheerleading Scholarship and a significant gift to construct the OceanFirst Bank Center, home of the Henni Kantor Kessler Varsity Club.

Construction began on Kessler Stadium prior to the start of last season with the old structure being removed days after the Hawks’ final home game of the season Octo-

ber 29. The new stadium features more than 4,200 seats, including 800 chair-back seats, and stretches from end zone to end zone.

“A new videoboard at the cost of nearly $1 million will be built,” Callahan said. “It will be funded by our alumni group. Several hundred alumni will be there for the opener.

It will be a great feeling to see the stadium filled. I am happy that these guys will get the chance to play in that type of venue and in the same type of environment they play in on the road.”

The facility includes a full concourse with concession stands and bathrooms, a state of the art press box, multimedia booths, coaches’ booths and a ticket office.

Fans are invited to a free ribbon cutting ceremony at 12:30 p.m. on September 2.

For more information about the day or to R.S.V.P to the BBQ (from 1-3 p.m.), please contact Monmouth’s Ken Taylor at ktaylor@ monmouth.edu.

Grid Gossip Coming off a 4-7 record and an 0-5 finish in the Big South in which they placed sixth, the Hawks return eight starters on offense and six starters on defense. They return all five starters on the offensive line. Their secondary returns every starter and is comprised of seven players entering their final season of eligibility.

A total of 53 of the team’s 101 players are from New Jersey, including 12 from Ocean and Monmouth counties.

Three former Hawks are in NFL camps.

They are tight end Hakeem Valles (Arizona Cardinals) and wide receiver Neal Sterling (Jacksonville Jaguars). Sterling played for Manasquan.

Tickets for home games are on sale. They begin at $75 for reserved seating and $100 for premium seating (plus a required Blue/ White gift). Single game tickets start at $15 per person. Tickets for groups of either 15 persons or more are $10 per ticket. Birthday party packages, featuring an unmatched personal experience for the birthday child and fellow guests, are available for $20. Each promotional date will have a ticket discount.

In order to receive the discount, all group tickets must be purchased at least one week in advance.

Schedule Announced The regular-season schedule: Saturday, Sept. 2, vs. Lafayette, 3 p.m., promotion: 25 Years of Football Celebration/stadium Grand Opening; Saturday, Sept. 9, vs. Lehigh, promotion: Military and First Responders Appreciation Day/Scouts Day 1 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 16, at Albany, 2 p.m.; Saturday, Sept.

23, at Hampton, 2 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 30, at Bucknell, 6 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 7, at Holy Cross, time to be determined; Saturday, Oct. 21, vs. Liberty*, 1 p.m. promotion: annual Homecoming Game; Saturday, Oct. 28, 6 p.m., at Charleston Southern*, Saturday, Nov. 4, 1 p.m., vs. Presbyterian*, 1 p.m., promotion: Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Out/Youth Football & Spirit Day; Saturday, Nov. 11, 12 p.m., vs. Gardner-Webb* promotion: Hawks Senior Day/Veterans Day; Saturday, Nov. 18, at Kennesaw State*, time to be announced. Note: Promotions are subject to change. *denotes Big South Conference game.

Note: Monmouth’s Athletics Communications Department contributed to this report.

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New Jersey Natural Gas Ranks Most Trusted Utility Brand In The East

WALL – According to the findings of a new Cogent Reports study by Market Strategies Inter national, New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) ranks as the most trusted utility brand in the east. The 2017 Utility Trusted Brand and Customer Engagement™ Residential Study measured the performance of the largest 130 natural gas, electric and combined utility companies throughout the country. NJNG’s score ranked higher than all other natural gas, electric and combined utilities in the eastern United States.

“To be recognized as the Most Trusted Brand in the east is an honor and a testament to the dedication and commitment of the women and men of New Jersey Natural Gas,” said Laurence M. Downes, chairman and CEO of New Jersey Natural Gas, “We are grateful for the trust our customers place in us and we remain committed to meeting their expectations for safety, reliability and value, every day.”

Now in its fourth year, the Utility Trusted Brand and Customer Engagement™ Residential Study provides a comprehensive view into utilities’ relationships with their residential customers, which includes operational satisfaction, product experience and brand trust. It is based on an online survey of about 60,000 residential utility customers comprised of 35 questions about performance, including safety and reliability of service, customer and field service, reliability of quality, environmental focus, billing and payment processes and communications effectiveness. NJNG scored 724 out of a possible 1,000, far exceeding the industry average of 683 and all other utilities in the region.

The study’s Brand Trust scores are d evelop e d by c ombi n i ng c omp a ny ratings on 28 separate measures in six areas: concern for customers, company reputation, credibility, dedication, environmental performance and community involvement. Trust factors are then combined with operational satisfaction and product experience measures to generate a single overall Engaged Customer Relationship measure for each utility. The sample design uses U.S. Census data and strict quotas to ensure a demographically balanced sample of each evaluated utility’s customers based on age, gender, income, race and ethnicity.

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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.

What Color Do You Pee?

By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. It’s one of those things you don’t even pay attention to, until it changes color. The yellow ‘pee’ pigment is called “urochrome” and if it’s concentrated, you’re urine is darker yellow. When well hydrated, the urochrome is dilute. A variety of surprising foods, candy, medications and disorders impacts urine color. Here are causes for the strange colors: Red or Pink If you pee red, it’s frightening because your brain immediately thinks “Blood!”

But shots or high oral doses of Vitamin B12 can cause it. Beetroot supplements and eating beets (or drinking beet juice) can also make you see pink in the potty.

If you just had two slices of rhubarb pie, or a dozen blackberries, you’ll see pink.

Bladder or kidney infections, and prostate cancer are rare causes, so get it checked out if it persists beyond the beets.

Orange or Amber The popular UTI (urinary tract infection) treatment called “phenazopyridine,” will tint your urine orange. The prescription blood thinner “Coumadin” (warfarin) can do it but usually it’s because you just drank a lot of carrot juice or took some vitamin C. If you see reddish brown urine, that could be rhabdomyolysis which is associated with some popular medications. If you’re on a cholesterol drug, and see tinged urine, see a doctor immediately.

Yellow or Brown Yellow is normal, but bright neon yellow is not. Still, it is harmless. Supplements that contain riboflavin will make you pee in neon yellow! You’re not dying, don’t freak out.

Amber urine could be a sign of dehydration. Go drink more water and see what

happens, your urine should go back to yellow right away. However, dark urine that is unusual, or in excess could indicate liver disease. Methocarbamol, nitrofurantoin and laxatives (cascara or senna) can temporary do it too.

Green Did you eat a bag of black licorice? It will make you pee green. Maybe you have a UTI? Honestly, vivid green urine is highly unusual. It happens sometimes on the day (or day after) you’ve been sedated for surgery or a procedure. It’s from the propofol (aka the Michael Jackson drug).

This is a popular short-acting sedative that anesthesiologists frequently use, and it can tinge pee green. Cimetidine (Tagamet) sold over-the-counter for acid reflux can do it sometimes too.

Blue This one would alarm me personally, even though a number of medications produce blue urine including Elavil (amitriptyline) and Indocin (indomethacin).

Purple Purple urine is almost always associated with people who have catheters and then get a UTI. If you visit a loved one in the nursing home and see this, all they need to do to cure it is a treatment of antibiotics and a catheter change.

White Two of the most frequent causes are kidney stones or high calcium excretion (hypercalcuria) or high phosphorus in the urine (phosphaturia). You might also have a very bad kidney or bladder infection.

Black Black is sometimes associated with melanoma. It can occur red blood cells being destroyed at a dangerous rapid pace and is considered an emergency.

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Annual Undy Run Held To Knock Out Colon Cancer

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Hosted by the Colon Cancer Alliance and sponsored by Monmouth Medical Center, this lighthearted event encouraged participants to wear silly boxers, briefs or costumes in support of knocking colon cancer out of the top three cancer killers. Michael Arvanitis, M.D., chief of colorectal surgery and acting chairman of surgery for MMC, spoke at the event, and both he and fellow MMC colorectal surgeon Roy Dressner, D.O., ran the 5K. Money raised through this annual event benefits Monmouth Medical Center, as well as supports national prevention, research and patient support initiatives of the Colon Cancer Alliance. Created to raise money and awareness for colon cancer, the Undy

Run/Walk isn’t the everyday 5K. Instead of typical running gear, attendees sport a variety of eye-catching attire, including themed underwear or boxers, frilly tutus, super hero capes, or head-to-toe costumes.

While it’s one of the most preventable cancers, colon cancer is still the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States.

In 2014, nearly 140,000 Americans were diagnosed with colon cancer, and more than 50,000 died from the disease. In New Jersey alone, there have been 4,280 diagnoses and 1,510 colon cancer deaths in the past year.

Monmouth Medical Center and RWJBarnabas Health proudly support the “80% by 2018” national initiative, led by the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable. “80% by 2018” is a national initiative in which more than 500 organizations are working toward the shared goal of 80% of adults aged 50 and older being regularly screened for colorectal cancer by 2018. Visit rwjbh.org/80by18 for further information and to find a gastroenterologist or colorectal surgeon.

Calling All Monmouth County Artists

LONG BRANCH – A Days of Awe Art Show is at Temple Beth Miriam, 188 Lincoln Avenue, from September 10 to November 5. An opening reception will be held on September 10 from 5 to 8 p.m.

The ten days starting with Rosh Hashanah and ending with Yom Kippur are commonly known as the Days of Awe (Yamim Noraim) or the Days of Repentance. This is a time for serious introspection, a time to consider the sins of the previous year and repent before Yom Kippur. Among the customs of this time, it is common to seek reconciliation with people you may have wronged during the course of the year.

The Talmud maintains that Yom Kippur

atones only for sins between man and God. To atone for sins against another person, you must first seek reconciliation with that person, righting the wrongs you committed against them if possible. We are looking for art to reflect these themes.

The submission deadline for artwork and $18 entry fee is August 13 at 2 p.m. Selections will be announced on August 21 and selected artists will deliver their artwork to Temple Beth Miriam between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on August 28.

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Count Basie Theatre Announces Area Teens Tapped For Performances

RED BANK – The Count Basie Theatre Performing Arts Academy has revealed the names of cast members studying under Los Angeles Opera director Eli Villanueva for a pair of performances in collaboration with the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College.

The students, part of a two-week intensive headed by Villanueva, will perform Brundibár and Friedl, a pair of dramatic presentations set in Germany’s Theredienstadt concentration camp during World War II. Villanueva will be joined by musical director Jason Tramm, an assistant professor and director of choral activities at Seton Hall University.

Tickets for the Count Basie Theatre performance at 8 p.m. on August 19 (thebasie. org) and the Grunin Center performance at 2 p.m. on August 20 (grunincenter. org) are on sale now through the venue websites and box offices. All tickets are priced at $20.

“Brundibár and Friedl tell important stories of a part our history that we cannot forget or allow to happen again,” said Adam Philipson, President and CEO, Count Basie Theatre. “The stories demonstrate how even under the direst of circumstances, the arts can be transformative.” “I believe that our performances, made up of some of the most talented young vocalists in Monmouth, Middlesex and Ocean counties, will convey the important messages of the need to overcome injustice and forge a path of tolerance and mutual understanding.”

The following young vocalists have been named to the Brundibár and Friedl casts: Brundibár: Lauryn Boyle (Wall, chorus); Lev Brewer (Tinton Falls, chorus); Catherine Creed (Highlands, chorus); Cakie Dym (Rumson, chorus); Frances Forte (Rumson, ‘Little Joe’); Amir Kamal (East Brunswick, chorus); Jack Kelly (Toms River, chorus); Olivia Lee (Manahawkin, chorus); Isabella Lee (Manahawkin, chorus); Lydia Lu (Red Bank, chorus); Olivia

Marino (Toms River, chorus); Regina Messenger (Toms River, chorus); Isabella Moitoso (Holmdel, chorus); Alejandra Morales (Bayville, ‘Milkman’); Amanda Philipson (Little Silver, ‘Bird’); Andreas Psillos (Toms River, ‘Policeman’) Camille Pugliese (Red Bank, ‘Ice Cream Vendor’); Abigail Pukin (Holmdel, ‘Annette’); Sofia Ranucci (Interlaken, ‘Baker’); Francesca Ranucci (Interlaken, chorus); Nevaeh Sickles (Ocean, chorus); Mia Spallina (Manahawkin, chorus); Grace Sweeney (West Long Branch, chorus); Claire Taylor (Ocean, ‘Dog’); Ria Kiafoulis (Middletown, chorus); Alexandra Pennington (Middletown, chorus); Skylar Yannello (Holmdel, ‘Cat’); Nick DiBlasi (Holmdel, chorus); Trinitee Smith (Red Bank, chorus); Eli Fisch (Elberon, chorus); Alicia Henderson (Manalapan, chorus); Amaya Love (Lakewood, chorus); Nevaeh Love (Lakewood; chorus) Friedl: Lauryn Boyle (Wall, chorus); Lev Brewer (Tinton Falls, ‘Jerry Rind’); Catherine Creed (Highlands, ‘Tella’); Frances Forte (Rumson, chorus); Amir Kamal (East Brunswick, ‘Josef Novak’); Jack Kelly (Toms River, ‘Ivo Keo Kaytz’); Olivia Lee (Manahawkin, chorus); Isabella Lee (Manahawkin, chorus); Lydia Lu (Red Bank, ‘Ruth’); Olivia Marino (Toms River, ‘Ela’) Isabella Moitoso (Holmdel, chorus); Amanda Philipson (Little Silver, ‘Anita’); Andreas Psillos (Toms River, ‘Peter Ginz’); Camille Pugliese (Red Bank, chorus) Abigail Pukin (Holmdel, ‘Helga’); Sofia Ranucci (Interlaken, ‘Eva’); Nevaeh Sickles (Ocean, ‘Maria’); Mia Spallina (Manahawkin, ‘Flaska’); Claire Taylor (Ocean, ‘Friedl’); Ria Kiafoulis (Middletown, ‘Lilly’); Alexandra Pennington (Middletown, chorus); Skylar Yannello (Holmdel, chorus); Nick DiBlasi (Holmdel, chorus); Trinitee Smith (Red Bank, chorus); Eli Fisch (Elberon, chorus); Alicia Henderson (Manalapan, chorus); Amaya Love (Lakewood; chorus).

Take A Trip With Monmouth County Parks

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Check out the upcoming events and trips being offered by the Monmouth County Park System: Campfire and Sand Casting from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on August 11 at Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park in Long Branch. Make a plaster cast of your beach treasures to take home. Afterward, gather around the campfi re for a cozy evening. Pre-registration is available. Onsite registration is accepted as supplies last. The cost is $10 per person.

Cash or check only onsite.

9-11 Museum & Memorial Visit on August 16. Visit this site that honors the nearly 3,000 victims of these attacks and all those who risked their lives to save others. Afterward, spend time on your own in lower Manhattan. The bus leaves from Thompson Park in Lincroft at 8:30 a.m. and will return at approximately 6

p.m. Pre-registration and fees are required.

Experience Maine Tour from Monday to September 18 to 22. See historic and scenic towns including Kennebunkport, Ogunquit, Bath and Portland during this trip.

The bus leaves from Thompson Park in Lincroft at 8 a.m. on Monday, September 18 and will return at approximately 8 p.m. on Friday, September 22. Pre-registration and fees are required.

Be sure to check out This Weekend in the Parks for information about boat tours, open swim times, mill demonstrations and more.

For more information about Monmouth County parks and programs, please visit MonmouthCountyParks.com or call 732842-4000, ext. 4312. The Park System can also be contacted through email at info@ monmouthcountyparks.com.

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Dear Joel

By Joel Markel

My Son The Motorcycle h ave lot s of Dear Joel, Rider How can I talk my son out of getting a risks too. He’s motorcycle? He’s 25, well-educated and responsible, but he has always admired motorcycles and always said he was going to get one. I always hoped he’d change his mind, but he’s been saving up and seems more determined than ever. I think they’re dangerous and impractical, and I just can’t support him. What can I do?

Fearful in Forked River

Dear Fearful, As parents we worry, and anyone who tells you it stops at a certain age is lying.

You will always worry about your children, especially when they are pursuing a hobby that has risks. Motorcycles are all the things you think, but they are also a favorite recreation by lots of people worldwide. Remember, automobiles

an adult and he should be able do what he wants, but he should also know that buying a motorcycle is going to make you anxious. I think you have to hold your ground. If he does buy the bike, you must insist that he completes courses in safety, handling and repair, and also buys the best helmet on the market. Tell him exactly how you feel, that you will live in dread of getting a phone call with bad news. That may not stop him, but it may cause him to use extra caution every time he rides.

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Annual Heart Walk Is Back At The Boardwalk

ASBURY PARK – When you think of the Boardwalk do you think of funnel cakes and ice cream cones? It’s time to change that perception and start Heartwalking on the Boardwalk to be Healthy For Good.

The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association is happy to announce that the annual Shoreline Heart Walk will return to the Asbury Park Boardwalk on October 1. This community event brings hundreds of Monmouth and Ocean County families, organizations and businesses together to walk for heart health while also raising funds to support research and awareness for heart disease and stroke, the nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers.

The Heart Walk brings to life the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association’s new Healthy For Good movement, a program designed to provide science-based recommendations, tools, tips and motivation to build healthier behaviors. It’s all about small steps that can be done each day that will make a big difference tomorrow.

Locally sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health, Coral Harbor, Mid-Atlantic Surgical Associates, RWJ Barnabas Health and VNA Health Group, the Heart Walk will feature a one or three-mile non-competitive walk on the boardwalk, as well as family-friendly activities such as health screenings, CPR demonstrations, exercise demonstrations, nutritional information, a DJ and free giveaways.

“We are excited to bring the Heart Walk back to the boardwalk. This is a great

opportunity for the community to learn more about heart health while supporting a good cause,” said Brett Sealove, cardiologist and partner at Monmouth Cardiology Associates and chair of the 2017 Shoreline Heart Walk. “We hope the Heart Walk is a stepping stone for everyone to start living Healthy For Good!”

Moving More is one of the cornerstone pieces of the American Heart Association’s new Healthy For Good movement. Unfortunately, about one in three adults participate in NO leisure time physical activity.

Getting the recommended 150 minutes of moderate physical activity weekly is linked to lower risk of diseases, stronger bones and muscles, and improved mental health and mood. According to one study, just 25 minutes of brisk walking a day can add up to seven years of life expectancy. In fact, for the average person in their 50s and 60s, moderate exercise could reduce the risk of dying from a heart attack by half.

The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association is dedicated to providing evidence-based healthy living recommendations for the entire family.

Anyone can join the Healthy For Good movement to receive support and one-toone customized motivation. The four key areas ground the movement – Eat Smart, Add Color, Move More and Be Well.

To learn more about the American Hea r t Associat ion Shoreli ne Hea r t Walk, visit ShorelineHeartWalk.org, call 609.208.0020 or email lena.siddiqi@ heart.org. To learn more about Healthy For Good, visit heart.org/healthyforgood.

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By Dina Vicari, Esq. at R.C. Shea And Associates The very necessary but intensive part of your quest to close on your new home will be providing your mortgage representative with all of the financial records and additional information they require. Equally, during a re-finance of your existing home, many of the financial records will be required. In either of these situations, the process is started by the application process and moves through the underwriting process until the loan is clear to close. During this time period which may span from 30 days to several months, depending on the complexity of the loan program, there are several things to remember as to not hinder a smooth closing, which your Attorney can assist with.

First, as an applicant, you never want to open new credit cards, switch credit card balances to new credit cards, or make large purchases on existing credit cards. Even the smallest of purchases on a new card may open up a much larger available line of credit. This is important to remember when you are paying for movers or looking to purchase new appliances and/or furniture for your new home. All of these actions can disrupt your income to debt ratio which can be a major obstacle in getting to that clear to close position. Make sure prior to utilizing any credit that it is discussed with your Attorney and mortgage representative to avoid delays in obtaining clearance to close your loan.

Second, in a situation where you may be re-financing your existing home or purchasing a home that requires repairs prior to closing, make sure all home improvements/ repairs that may be on going are complete prior to the appraisal being performed. One of the steps of any loan is to have a formal

appraisal completed. To Dina M. Vicari Esq. avoid a delay, make sure you properly plan the timing of your appraisal.

Timing of the appraisal should be discussed with your Attorney and mortgage representative to ensure that there are no on-going improvements within the property that would require a re-appraisal that will cost an additional fee.

Third, it is important to make sure you are prepared for closing and have enough money saved to bring to the closing table. At the time of closing there are lender costs and third party costs, such as payments to insurance companies, surveyors, title companies, home owner associations, tax office, municipal utilities, and many more, which must be paid at closing. It is important to communicate with your Attorney and mortgage lender to review all of your closing costs that you will be responsible for at the time of closing.

The above items may be overwhelming and we at R.C. Shea and Associates can help you through the process. The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, 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 and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office in Toms River at 732-505-1212 or 244 Main Street, our Manchester area office at 732-408-9455 or our Brick area office at 732-451-0800. Email us at rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at rcshea.com.

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CentraState Summer Camps For Kids

FREEHOLD – CentraState Healthcare System is now accepting enrollments into five educational and fitness-oriented weekly camp programs for boys and girls offered this summer at CentraState’s Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus, 901 West Main Street.

In Leadership Academy for Boys & Girls Camp, children in grades five through eight will learn to be leaders in today’s society. Campers will learn critical thinking, communication, problem solving and team-building skills. The camp is August 14 through 18.

Anatomy Academy camp, offered to

kids in grades five through eight, will give youngsters an in-depth look at the human body and allow them to visit hospital departments to learn from experts in the field of medicine—from x-ray technicians to physical therapists. The camp is August 21 through 25.

The Body Shop Academy will cover topics, including healthy eating and nutrition, active lifestyles, body image and self-esteem. Kids can learn self-defense, online safety, and ear bud smarts, and First Aid certification is included. The camp is for children in grades six through eight and beings August 28 through September 1.

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Family Resource Network Launches FRN Mobility

NEW JERSEY – The Family Resource Network (FRN), a statewide provider for home and vehicle/assistive device services, announced the launch of FRN Mobility. For over 10 years FRN has been assisting families impacted by developmental disabilities with understanding and completing the application process for home and vehicle modifications. This Summer FRN expanded its home and vehicle modification services through the creation of FRN Mobility, which will now also serve seniors and individuals with mobility challenges. Through a partnership with Mobility 101 franchises,

FRN Mobility will offer free consultation services and products to increase accessibility and independence within the home.

FRN mobility is your one stop shop for all the help you and your loved ones need to move safely around your home.

With experience in home and vehicle modifications, our trusted and reliable team offers free in-home consultations so that you will always have the option to age in place, to live independently and to maintain your greatest quality of life. FRN Mobility is partnering with Mobility 101 franchises around NJ to offer these additional concrete supports to

help seniors, people living with Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Traumatic Brain, Spinal Cord Injury, the effects of a stroke, and other disabilities.

“We see FRN Mobility as a natural progression of the services we already provide to NJ families. It became obvious that we needed to help families stay in and move freely around their homes. Many of the families we connect with express a desire to age in place instead having their loved one move out of the home,” said Barry McManaman, FRN Mobility lead consultant.

For over 40 years, we have helped thou-

sands of New Jersey families with a variety of disabilities connect with resources and support services they need to live full and happy lives.

The Family Resource Network (FRN) is a comprehensive, family-focused, organization designed to meet the growing need for community based programs and services to this rising population. FRN’s network agencies are: Autism Family Services of NJ, Caregivers of NJ, Epilepsy Foundation of NJ and the Family Support Center of NJ. For more infor mation, visit family resourcenetwork.org.

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Across 1 Bid with a weak hand, often 6 Nikon D5300, e.g.

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36 Acting coach Hagen 37 “Don’t text and drive” ad, briefly 38 Lodging provider 41 Up-in-the-air approx.

42 “This doesn’t __ well ... “ 44 Wingtip strings 46 Get someone’s name wrong, e.g.

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51 Rim 52 Wine stain color 53 Egyptian slitherer 54 Magician suggested by the ends of 20-, 27- and 47-Across 59 Sweet pea 60 Seafood restaurant order 61 “In my view ... “ 65 Crew of buddies 66 Long-drawn-out account 67 Poppycock 68 Alternatively

69 Get into the pool 70 Silver dollar topper Down 1 Medium of much Chinese art 2 Luau chow 3 Tack on 4 Out-of-the-blue 5 “Scat!”

6 Shows confidence and pride 7 Cause of much intolerance?

8 Babe or Baby 9 Capital of Indonesia 10 Overlook 11 All-in-one Apple 12 Quick bite 15 Connect with 21 Bides one’s time 22 Bean cover?

23 Playground response 24 Second word of Coleridge’s “Kubla

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BUSINESS PROFILE I&G FARMS

By Donna Frances Madej Love, dedication, blood, sweat and tears. Irene and Gregory Johnston’s secret for not only what may be the best, tastiest corn on the cob you’ll ever consume (take my word for it) but also one reason for the years of success that I&G Farms has experienced.

Located at 150 Whitesville Road, Jackson, I&G Farms is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In fact, the only time they’re closed is for two weeks at the beginning of November to transition into the holiday season and from January until the third week in March when they re-open for another selling season. The family run establishment has been delighting Jackson residents, in addition to residents of numerous other towns and even neighboring states, for over 35 years.

Here you’ll find fresher than fresh Jersey produce (a lot I&G grown) that will entice your pallet, lush hearty vegetation that will beautify your surroundings and seasonal creations to usher in the holiday season.

Don’t visit I&G Farms expecting just a farm stand with a limited amount of produce. When you enter the “Family Farm Market,” that not only has eye catching seasonal themed painted windows, but also an attractive, welcoming landscape of thriving flowers and plants that are available for purchase, you’ll be impressed! The huge array of fruits and vegetables are a feast for your eyes, exploding with vivid color and bursting with just picked freshness. It’s “Jersey Fresh” at its freshest, tastiest and finest!

“People have a lot higher awareness of the food that they’re eating,” Irene acknowledges. “A lot of them ask me about GMO (genetically modified organism.) I knew about

If You Plant It They Will Come…

GMO for 20 years but if I mentioned it 20 years ago, they would have no clue what I’m talking about.”

Health problems and environmental damage can occur from GMOs. According to the Non GMO Project, GMOs are “living organisms whose genetic material has been artificially manipulated in a laboratory through genetic engineering or GE. This creates unstable combinations of plant, animal, bacteria and viral genes that do not occur in nature or through traditional crossbreeding methods.”

“People know they can come here, where the food was grown.

I can give them the source of the seed and I know exactly how it was grown. That matters a lot,” Irene adds. “People tell me our string beans taste like a bean. They’ve been eating food that has no taste because big corporate farms don’t plow their ground. They just keep planting on it over and over again.

There’s nothing left in the soil, no nutrients. They have a machine that pulls the plant out of the ground and shakes it to death so beans fall off, go into a hopper, into a bin, get broken and get brown. They’re beat up. Ours are hand-picked and beautiful.”

In addition, varieties of squash, eggplant, “Jersey tomatoes” and Irene reveals, “the star of the show,” Gregory’s corn, which is always kept on ice, is grown on I&G’s neighboring acreage. The corn is grown in various “blocks,” and staggering the planting time results in corn (hopefully) until the end of October. The corn is white and bi-color (cross between white and yellow) and is picked daily, as needed, all day long.

“We always have fresh corn, all super sweet,” Irene exclaims. “In my dreams, if someone told me people would go crazy over corn, I would never have believed it.

Take your pick! The fruit is plentiful and delicious at I&GFarms.

And my husband… it’s like he’s married to the corn and I’m the second wife,” she says laughing. “It’s the truth. He gets up at 5:30 a.m. and he’s out in the cornfield.”

It may seem strange imaging that corn has a following, but I&G’s is legendary and is proof that people will travel to get a great ear of corn. Or…maybe put in a special request? Frequent I&G customer Liz Ferullo of Jackson, happily obliges.

“My aunt and uncle bring it back to Yonkers and my brother and sister-in-law from The Family Farm Market is open. There’s no Toms River say “come I&G Farms and get your fresh produce. over for a barbeque and bring the corn. Make sure that something new and different. you stop by I&G,” Ferullo says with “I come often for my gardening, a smile. “This is the sweetest corn my plants, my perennials, my anywhere in New Jersey.” potted plants,” Ferullo relates.

The farms quality control is im- “Everything has always done peccable, with Gregory inspecting well year to year. The quality is everything and making sure that phenomenal.” it meets his and his family’s high Like it says on their T shirts, standards.

I&G Farms are “growers for all “My husband’s passion is his seasons.” Poinsettias are started farm,” Irene proclaims. in the greenhouses in July. Fall It’s obvious that Irene shares the ushers in 20,000 field grown mums same passion and not only enjoys along with pumpkin’s, cornstalks the lasting customer friendships and straw. When produce ceases that have endured through the at the end of October, the market years, but the new ones that she closes for two weeks and is transcontinuously cultivates. formed into a decorating center “A lot of customers are connois- where wreaths, grave blankets and seur growers,” she notes. “That’s bows are custom made. And don’t why they come here. They get forget about the Christmas trees information, the knowledge and that follow. education they can’t get anywhere Although time changes many else.” things, customers are thrilled that The corn and produce are not I&G Farms remains a familiar area the only things that entice Ferullo landmark. Through the years as and others to return to I&G Farms construction of homes and busiagain and again. There’s always nesses have increased in Jackson,

Meet the “star of the show” I&G’s delicious corn. One bite and you’ll be coming back for more.

better time than now to stop at rumors have circulated in regard to the family selling their land to developers. Not to worry! Thanks to the Johnston’s, their land and their neighbor’s 30 acres is protected under the Farmland Preservation Program. Almost 70 acres on Whitesville Road can never be developed and I&G Farms will be around for a long time!

Visit I&G Farms at www.iandgfarms.com, and like them on Facebook; IGFarms, but you must stop by! Questions? Call: 732-3640308.

Irene looks back on her time on the farm as a “rewarding, wonderful experience” and looks ahead to more of the same. Retirement doesn’t appear to be an option.

“My husband and I are too high spirited energy to walk away from something like this,” she says amidst the hustle and bustle of the market. “It’s in your soul. It’s part of us. It’s us. I&G. Irene and Greg.

That’s what it is.”

The only thing better than a “Jersey tomato” is a “Jersey tomato” from I&G. Get them while you can.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of august 12 - august 18

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Savor close personal ties in the week ahead and concentrate on protecting joint assets. Circumstances could force you to part with a few hard earned pennies, but don’t jump wholeheartedly into a spending spree.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Walk the middle path in the week to come. It is easy to go to extremes of emotion if you compete for someone’s affections. Don’t let a fleeting obsession blind you to the facts. Possessiveness can cause a rift.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Hold your horses. The next several days are not the best time to negotiate, make a business decision, or start a new project. Wait until the second half of the week to obtain cooperation and bypass roadblocks to success.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Impulsiveness or recklessness could make a job more difficult or a health problem worse. In the week ahead adopting a rational approach will insure that demonstrations of love and affection are real and valid.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Actions speak louder than words in the week ahead when career and business are concerned. If you are in search of fame and fortune know that power shifts can put the spotlight on you. Be prepared to work diligently.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. In the week ahead ignore an itch to make adjustments to plans or to impulsively challenge a loved one. The grapevine might buzz about you or a significant other but it is all good news.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Tread water if a major commitment of loyalty or money is on the table. Delay making major financial decisions or transactions until the second half of the week.

Avoid making unnecessary criticisms at work.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Put your best foot forward. You could be the target of someone’s romantic ardor or tempted by a casual flirtation in the upcoming week. Play it cool, since a decision about a relationship or commitment could backfire.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The unpredictability of others could make you uncomfortable in the week ahead. By staying calm, rational, and even-tempered you can win brownie points on the career front and maintain peace at home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A fresh sense of purpose and a new cycle of accomplishment may commence as this week unfolds. Your strength lies in your adept touch with finances and an ability to adjust to quickly changing scenarios.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Treat others with the same respect and consideration that you would like to be shown in return. Get bills paid today to avoid mix-ups or criticism later in the week. A key relationship might experience ups and downs.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Turn on the cruise control and just “keep on trucking.” Don’t make any sudden changes, stops, or starts in the week ahead. Opposition to your plans or a temporary roadblock can prevent you from making headway.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Midsummer Mania: It’s Time For The Eggplant’s Turn In The Spotlight

By Wolfgang Puck Among summertime’s signature vegetables, eggplant sometimes seems like it doesn’t get its fair share of attention. Tomatoes are the seasonal superstars, filling farmers’ market stalls with all their many-shaped, multicolored variety. Zucchini can dominate through sheer numbers, especially if you grow them yourself. And then there’s sweet corn, the outdoor favorite at picnics and barbecues.

But eggplant? With its glossy, purple-black skin and a texture and flavor that are unpalatable when raw, it seems to hang back while its more popular summer companions make friends so easily. Eggplant needs more coaxing to showcase how wonderful it can actually be. When sauteed, grilled, roasted or broiled, its flavor turns amazingly rich and satisfying, almost meaty, and the texture becomes luxuriously soft, smooth and silky.

There are so many ways to showcase those delicious qualities: -Combine eggplant with chunks of tomato, zucchini and onion, along with garlic and fresh herbs in the signature French vegetable stew called ratatouille.

-Slice the eggplant, slick with oil, and grill it as an easy side for summertime cookouts.

-Grill or broil eggplant whole until the skin blackens and the inside turns tender; then, scoop out the smoky-tasting pulp and whip it with tahini (sesame paste), garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt and parsley to make the superb Middle Eastern dip known as baba ganoush.

-Give the vegetable a try in a Southeast Asian main dish like my sauteed shrimp with Thai-spiced eggplant and Thai red curry sauce.

Having originated in Asia, eggplant is a staple in Thai kitchens, and in the following recipe it’s combined with aromatic seasonings to form a luxurious backdrop for quickly cooked seafood.

With the widespread popularity of Thai cooking today, you may be surprised by how easy it is to find all the ingredients. Many produce departments now include fresh lemongrass, Thai basil, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal - a cousin to ginger; and Asian food aisles often feature bottles of Thai red curry paste and the salty, fermented seasoning called fish sauce. Even more conveniently, you can also buy them all online.

Once you’ve assembled all the ingredients, the recipe proceeds very quickly, with each of the three main elements - the sauce, the eggplant and the sauteed shrimp - fairly simple to prepare.

Since the shrimp cooks the quickest of all the ingredients, I save their preparation until the very end. You could also substitute another protein of your choice; pork tenderloins or boneless and skinless chicken breasts, quickly grilled or sauteed and then cut diagonally into strips, would work beautifully with the other ingredients.

Whichever of these combinations sounds good to you, I encourage you to give my recipe a try soon - and let eggplant finally win its share of the spotlight.

SAUTEED SHRIMP WITH THAI SPICED EGGPLANT AND THAI RED CURRY SAUCE Serves 4

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For the sauce: 2 tablespoons peanut oil 4-inch (10-cm) piece ginger root, sliced and smashed 4-inch (10-cm) piece lemongrass, white part only, smashed, or zest of 1/2 lemon, cut into strips 2-inch (5-cm) piece galangal, or a little extra ginger, peeled and chopped 2 dried red Thai chiles or other small dried chiles 2 teaspoons cumin powder 1 teaspoon sweet paprika 2 teaspoons bottled Thai red curry paste

1/4 cup (60 mL) peeled, seeded and diced fresh tomato 2 cups (500 mL) canned unsweetened coconut milk 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 to 3 tablespoons fish sauce, or 1 tablespoon anchovy paste 1/2 cup (125 mL) Kaffir lime leaves, or 2 tablespoons shredded lime zest 1 cup (250 mL) loosely packed Thai basil leaves, or regular basil leaves Kosher salt Sugar For the eggplant mixture: 1 large globe eggplant, or 4 Chinese eggplants 2 tablespoons peanut oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 teaspoon minced jalapeno 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon minced white onion 1/2 cup (60 mL) peeled, seeded and diced fresh tomato 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 tablespoon cumin powder 1/2 tablespoon coriander powder Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro leaves 1 tablespoon Thai basil leaves, or regular basil leaves, cut crosswise into thin strips For the shrimp: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Fresh basil leaves, cut crosswise into thin strips, for garnish First, make the sauce: In a medium saucepan over high heat, heat the oil. Add the ginger, lemongrass and galangal; stir-fry until aromatic, about 2 minutes. Add the chiles and stir-fry another 30 seconds. Add the cumin, paprika, curry paste and tomato. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add the coconut milk and bring to a boil, stirring and scraping to deglaze the pan deposits.

Reduce the heat; stir in the lime juice, fish sauce, lime leaves and basil. Simmer gently for 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and sugar. Remove from the heat and leave to steep for 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare the eggplant: Preheat a grill or broiler. With a fork, poke the eggplant several times all over. Rub with 1 tablespoon peanut oil. Grill or broil, turning regularly, until completely tender. Remove from the heat and set aside until cool enough to handle.

Cut in half and scoop out the pulp onto a cutting board; coarsely chop the pulp, transferring to a bowl, and discard the skin.

In a medium saute pan, heat the remaining peanut oil and the butter over medium heat; saute the jalapeno, garlic, ginger and onion until aromatic, about 2 minutes.

Stir in the eggplant, tomato, sugar, cumin and coriander.

Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper. Turn off the heat and stir in the cilantro and basil. Cover and keep warm.

Strain the sauce and gently rewarm it over medium heat.

For the shrimp, in a large saute pan over high heat, combine the oil and butter. Saute the shrimp until just pink, 3 to 4 minutes; season with salt and pepper.

To serve, divide the eggplant among four serving plates.

Arrange the shrimp on top and drizzle with the sauce.

Garnish with basil and serve immediately.

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