2017-08-12 - The Manchester Times

Vol. 23 - No. 17

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Hockey Co-Op Hitting The Ice Manchester And Point Boro Team Up

Government Dr. Izzy’s Sound News Esteem Hearing Implant

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Dear Pharmacist What Color Do You Pee?

Inside The Law Your Attorney Can Assist Your Mortgage Approval Process

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Dear Joel My Son The Motorcycle Rider

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–Photo courtesy Rocky Raimondi and Rob Hills (Above) Incoming MTHS freshmen hockey players Nathan Hills, Joe Raimondi, Andrew Hills, Vito Casale and Chris O’Hare. (Right) The boys practice one or two times a month to stay fresh.

By Sara Grillo MANCHESTER – A hockey co-op with Point Pleasant Boro is coming to Manchester Township High School this year.

Rocky Raimondi brought a team of

Army Support Activity Fort Dix Welcomes New Commander

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Classifieds Page 25.

Wolfgang Puck Page 29.

Horoscope Page 35.

–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 at the Timmerman Center.

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By Sara Grillo MANCHESTER – There was positive feedback from both teachers and students after Manchester Township High School’s first year using block scheduling.

Director of Student and Administrative Services Alex George talked about the program and s h a r e d r e s u lt s from a year-end student and teacher survey at a recent Board of Education meeting. It’s all about using time more efficiently, he said.

George, who three years ago served as principal of Manchester Township High School, said they ran a 3-year pilot program in Language Arts and Social Studies then added in some other departments to give everyone a feel. Then, last year was the first full year of the block scheduling.

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By Sara Grillo JOI N T 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 (Commander - See Page 5)

Prescription Drug Abuse On Forefront Of Heroin Epidemic

By Chris Lundy STAFFORD – Heroin mixed with fentanyl has become a deadly concoction, and police said that the best way for everyday people to fight this epidemic is to drop off unused prescriptions in designated areas.

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Epidemic:

Continued From Page 1 records numbers of overdoses and Narcan reversals. Narcan is a chemical spray that first responders and school districts have that can cancel the effects of an overdose.

According to their figures, this is the status of the opioid epidemic in Ocean County: • 2012: 53 overdoses.

• 2013: 112 overdoses.

• 2014: 101 overdoses. The county began using Narcan in April, and had 129 reversals.

• 2015: 118 overdoses. 272 Narcan reversals.

• 2016: 209 overdoses. 502 Narcan reversals. The number of overdoses is higher than previously reported, because earlier articles were published before the toxicology investigations were done on some deaths.

• 2017: 84 overdoses. 201 Narcan reversals.

This number is accurate as of August 1.

Similarly, this number might go up after toxicology results are in.

It also means that in the first 185 days of the year, there has been approximately one death every two days.

In an effort to get unused medications away from drug dealers and addicts, the county has collected 12 tons of prescriptions since the program began in 2013, Ocean County

Prosecutor Joseph Coronato said. For many, the use of heroin starts with the abuse of prescription medications.

The goal is to get these medications off the streets so that they can’t be used or sold, he said during a presentation at the Southern Service Center in Stafford Township.

“It may not seem like a lot,” to drop off medications. However, some medications have a street value of up to $40 a pill.

Several municipalities have drop-off boxes where you can dispose of your medications any day. Call your local government to find out when and where you can drop off your unused prescriptions. Officials have said that dumping them in the toilet or in the garbage is not safe because the chemicals eventually get into the drinking water.

“Law enforcement can’t do this all by itself,” he said.

“It all starts with prescription pills,” he said. People enter your house for any number of reasons. Either they are there to work as a contractor, or maybe you are selling your house and a realtor brings a potential client in. These people ask to use the bathroom. “They’ll take a few pills from the medicine cabinet and you wouldn’t even know.”

Freeholder Director Joseph Vicari told the group assembled that he knows how they feel. He’ll get a prescription and hold onto

it. “Then six months later I can’t remember what it’s for.”

These pills stay in a home for years, and no one will even know if they go missing, he said.

The impact of a drug addiction spreads beyond just the addict, he said. Friends, families, co-workers, and others in that person’s circle of influence are affected.

“Drugs don’t have an impact on one person but the whole family,” he said.

Stafford Mayor John Spodofora continued on that idea. While the number of deaths attributed to overdoses is staggering, there are other figures that are not as well known.

Injuries, suicides, and robberies to fuel a drug habit are hard to count.

“This is a war. This is an actual war,” he said. “If you see something wrong, if something looks suspicious, feel free to contact the police department.”

He thanked seniors for turning in their medications, and urged them to tell their friends and family to do so, as well. He asked that they not get flushed or thrown in the garbage, because then the chemicals will fi nd their way back to the drinking water supply. Stafford town hall on Bay Avenue has a drop off location.

Stafford Police Chief Thomas Dellane said it was rewarding to see all the medications come in, because it means that there’s less

out there for people to steal. He also noted that on occasion the police come out to communities to make collections.

The police have changed their tactics over the years, he said. A lot has changed since the “war on drugs” in the 1980s. “We thought we could arrest people and throw them into jail and thought it could end the supply chain,” he said, noting that it does not work that way.

Enforcement and arrests remain a key principle, but there are two more elements that are just as important, he said. The first is education – going into schools and other places and letting people know how dangerous this is.

While education aims to stop people from starting, treatment – the third principle – is designed to help people who are already addicted.

Having a licensed social worker available to the police to make referrals for people to go into special programs has helped a lot of people, he said. It does more than just arresting someone who was doing something wrong. It breaks up the cycle of behavior that would cause that person to continue to commit crimes. It has also saved an estimated 400 hours of police work in responding to repeat offenders.

“It’s better than putting a Band-Aid on it,” he said.

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Continued From Page 1 “We’ve gotten away from the memorization of facts and a lot more into problem solving, high level thinking,” added George.

The block schedule typically breaks a student’s classes down into two semesters, with four classes from September to January, and four classes from February to June, instead of seven classes all year long. “It’s almost like college,” he said.

A major perk that nearly 90 percent of students approved of was having the option to take an 8th class. Along with the new scheduling also came new classes across the board in Science, Social Studies, Math, Art, Music and English.

Out of the 389 students surveyed, 70 percent said they felt there was more time for in depth discussions and 61 percent said they learned more thoroughly. Overall, the students also felt that more technology was able to be used, their grades were better and that the school day was less stressful.

Seventy percent also reported that they got to know their teachers better.

“Any time that we can get our students more in line with the teachers, building a better rapport, being able to think more critically,

Commander: Continued From Page 1

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 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 Deputy 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.

Hockey:

Continued From Page 1 reinforcements – incoming MTHS freshmen wearing specially made gold hockey jerseys emblazoned with a royal blue “M” – to a recent Board of Education meeting.

Raimondi said he had the jerseys made up for the boys to show team pride, and also thanked the school board for the opportunity to bring hockey to Manchester. He said the boys have been practicing at least twice a month up until June in order to stay fresh.

The Manchester Times, August 12, 2017, Page 5 being able to problem solve more, and actually teachers working with fewer students, those are all good things,” said George.

On the flip side, 81 percent of teachers said they were able to give more individualized instruction. They also reported getting to know their students better, felt they were more engaged in the learning process and saw less behavioral issues. Fifty-eight percent said they felt they were being more effective teachers.

“It all still depends on what happens in that classroom, the teachers interacting with the students – that’s still the key,” said George.

Two key indicators of the block schedule’s success were that referrals for in-school and out-of-school suspensions dropped, and that more students were passing classes at the semester point than in years past.

One downfall was that the school did not see a significant increase or decrease in kids not being in school. “We hope to see a bigger increase in attendance next year having gone through the process,” said George.

Although there are no plans yet to roll it out to other schools in the district, George said Manchester Township Middle School students already have double periods for math and language arts, so it is not an entirely new concept to them.

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!’”

There will be tryouts to see where each player’s skill set lies, but it’s anticipated that all the hockey hopefuls will get ice time during the upcoming fall season. Manchester will add six or seven players to create a combined hockey team of 20-25. There’s a new hockey coach at Point Pleasant Borough this year, and Raimondi said there’s a big parent booster club to support the kids.

As far as a team logo goes, he said they might have combined logos with the Point Pleasant Panthers. The two schools already share gold as a school color.

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

McGuckin Supports Emergency Vote To Block Court-Imposed Affordable Housing Capitol Comments Assemblyman Gregory McGuckin 10th Legislative District, Serving Toms River

NEW JERSEY – Assemblyman Greg McGuckin of the 10th Legislative

District has announced his support for Republican Leader Jon Braminck’s

plan to urge an emergency vote blocking court-imposed high-density housing.

“I am deeply concerned about overdevelopment and rising taxes as a result of the court-imposed affordable housing mandates,” said McGuckin. “Municipalities in our dist rict such as Toms River and

Brick have seen how these mandates lead to higher property taxes, overcrowded schools and overstressed municipal services.”

Assemblyman McGuckin is a co-sponsor of Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi’s legislation, which imposes a moratorium on affordable housing litigation until the end of 2017.

“Toms River and Brick have been assigned some of t he la rgest hou si ng obligations in the entire state,” stated McGuckin. “ M a n d a t e d a f fo r d a ble housing leads to high density multi-family developments. On the one hand the state mandates apartments be constructed and on the other it refuses to widen

roads like Route 9.”

“I will join Speaker Bramnick’s effort to support bill A4666 and I urge my colleagues to do the same.

Court-imposed affordable housing threatens the quality of life in our towns and we must fi nd an alternative solution that is fair to all municipalities in our state,” concluded McGuckin.

Do Some Research Before Making That Charitable Contribution

Freeholder Forum

by Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari OCEAN COUNTY – High pressure tactics, emotional appeals and mail solicitations bordering on harassment are all part of the well thought out schemes by fake charities looking to fleece you out of your hard-earned cash.

But, with a little bit of research and familiarization of a non-profit you might be considering making a contribution to, your charitable

contributions will get into the right hands where it will do the most good.

“The Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs is working to make sure our citizens do not get ripped off by unscrupulous scam artists looking to make a buck on the backs of legitimate charities,” said Ocean County Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari, who is chairman

of Consumer Affairs for Ocean County. “Consumer Affairs staff is available to help answer questions on scams and whether a charity is legitimate.”

Vicari noted that the Department of Consumer Affairs also has a checklist available that can help residents when they are deciding on a charity for a donation.

Checklist information includes the following things you should know: Know your charity. Never give to a charity you know nothing about. Ask for literature and read it. Ask questions. Honest charities encourage you to do so.

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miliar name. A dishonest charity will often have an impressive name or one that closely resembles the name of a respected, legitimate one.

Demand identification. Always ask to see identification for both the solicitor and the charity. Be suspicious of anyone who can’t respond satisfactorily. All solicitors must disclose whether they are a volunteer or a paid solicitor.

Beware of telephone solicitations. Refuse to commit yourself over the phone. Ask to be sent written information.

Do not be seduced by emotional appeals. The hard luck story is a favorite of fraudulent operators.

Do not succumb to pressure.

No legitimate organization will expect you to contribute immediately, even if you have given in the past.

Check out mail solicitations.

Mail solicitations often come with a trinket or other item which you are told you can keep if you contribute. Federal law however says that unless you asked for the item, you may keep it without making a contribution.

Ask about professional fundraisers. Ask the solicitor if a professional fund-raiser is being used and if so, what percentage of the total money will actually go to the charity which is asking for your help.

Vicari noted that Ocean County is home to the largest senior population in the state making it attractive to scam artists looking to prey on the elderly.

“We continually encourage our seniors and all of our residents to not give out their credit card numbers to strangers over the phone, keep track of their donations, ignore harassing letters and

don’t give cash,” Vicari said.

“We want all of our citizens to be protected under the consumer laws. We especially want our older residents to be aware that scam artists are out there and looking to take advantage of them. We are doing our best to protect them.”

He added seniors are often targeted for solicitations that appear to be attached to their benefit programs like Social Security and Medicare.

“These programs will not solicit donations from recipients,” Vicari said.

If you would like more information on whether a charity is registered, whether it uses a professional fundraiser or has a history of complaints, contact the Charities Hotline at 973-504-6215 or contact the Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs at 732-929-2105.

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Goddard School Summer Shoe Drive Kicking In

By Sara Grillo TOMS RIVER – The Goddard Schools of Toms River (Route 70 and Bay Lea Ave.), Forked River and Wall are hosting a shoe drive throughout the month of August via a partnership with Soles4Soles, a Nashville-based nonprofit that collects and donates new and used shoes to those in need. Donate your slightly worn shoes to any local Goddard School shoe drop box, located at the Toms River Bank of America, Freehold CrossFit, and other loca-

tions. Any type of shoe can be donated. This is Goddard School’s first year doing this shoe drive. Shoes were collected the entire month of July as well, and so far the fundraiser has been a huge success.

Souls4Soles, originally founded as a disaster relief organization after the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004 and Hurricane Katrina in 2005, has distributed more than 30 million pairs of shoes to people in 127 countries and in all 50 U.S. states since 2006.

Vendors Needed For BlueClaws Craft Fair

LAKEWOOD – The BlueClaws are looking for craft vendors to set up tables at their September 2nd BlueClaws Extravaganza. Vendor spaces are $150 and include 10 tickets to that night’s game vs. the Kannapolis Intimidators at 7:05 p.m. The craft fair will start at 3:30 p.m. and run through the end of the game. Vendors can start setting up at 12 p.m.

Crafters interested in applying for a spot should fill out this application: milb.com/ documents/3/9/0/244115390/Extravaganza_ Vendor_Application_wyprd2pb.pdf and send it back either by mail or email to Lakewood BlueClaws, Extravaganza Vendor Fair, 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood NJ 08701 or jstone@ blueclaws.com.

Columbus Day Parade Committee Benefit Lunch

BRICK – The Ocean County Columbus Day Parade Committee’s annual benefit lunch will be at VFW Post 8867, 373 Adamston Road, on September 9 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Tickets cost $20 per person and include a full Italian lunch catered by Carrabba’s Italian Grill, as well as other surprises. Call Michael

Blandina at 732-477-6507 or Patricia at 732557-4472 to purchase tickets.

The 26th Annual Ocean County Columbus Day Parade and Italian Festival take place in Seaside Heights from October 6 to 8. The parade will march down the Boulevard on October 8.

River Pointe Seeks Vendors For Craft Fair

MANCHESTER – Vendors are needed for a vendor craft fair to be held at the River Pointe Adult Community in Manchester on October

14. For further information, call Lorraine at 732657-6057 or 732-754-9429. The event is open to the public and proceeds go to local charities.

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MANCHESTER – The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library, located at 21 Colonial Drive, is offering the following programs: On Friday, August 18 the adult coloring program will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. Coloring is one of the hottest new trends in stress relief for adults. Spend a relaxing afternoon creating, listening to soothing music and relaxing with like-minded adults at the library.

Coloring sheets, pencils, markers and crayons will be supplied free of charge. For even more de-stressing we usually have aroma therapy and a visit from a therapy dog.

On Monday, August 21 at 2 p.m. find out from Dr. Amy Williams how to spot a rip current in the ocean and what to do if you get caught in one while in the water. In addition, learn some fun facts about sharks and how they are important to the ecosystem. Dr. Williams is with the Stevens Institute of Technology and the NJ Sea Grant Consortium. The goal of this free presentation is to promote beach safety down the Jersey Shore. It is open to adults and teens.

Please register for these free programs online at theoceancountylibrary.org or call 732-657-7600.

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WHITING – Whiting Assembly of God Church, 83 Lacey Road, will host The Jacobs Brothers, a gospel music trio from Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, September 3. It’s Labor Day weekend and this talented group will provide a lively variety of traditional and sacred music that is appealing to all ages. The JB combo has been singing together since 1962, producing over 50 albums and hosting many international tours,

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WHITING – The Village 5 Men’s Mixed and Travel Bocce Clubs will host a Bocce Bash on October 14 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Village 5 Clubhouse, 325 Schoolhouse Road. There will be hot food, salads, Italian subs, coffee, soda and dessert, catered by Johnny G’s.

Music will be provided by DJ Bill. BYOB;

set ups will be provided. Cost is $18. Contact Tom Teta at 732-941-4803 or Debbie at 201-618-8514 for more information. Tickets can be purchased every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Village 5 Clubhouse.

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WHITING – Celebrate the Christmas holiday season at Huntington Hills Playhouse on December 18. Enjoy a production of “A Playhouse Christmas,” a fabulous sit down luncheon with choice of entrée and a delicious dessert buffet. Cost is $95 per person

and includes luncheon, transportation, ticket and gratuities. Tickets will be sold Monday mornings at Christ Lutheran Church between the house of 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. starting September 11. For more information, call Ele at 732-350-2004 or Janet at 732-657-0751.

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Health Care Outreach Day

LAKEWOOD – Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI), a federally qualified health center, is hosting a Health Care Outreach Day outside of its Lakewood Health Center, 101 Second Street, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on August 15 in recognition of National Health Center Week 2017.

OHI will be conducting health screenings, and giving away promotional items and information about its services. The Health Care Outreach Day Event will focus on providing information on how OHI and its health centers provide services that benefit the overall health

of people in the local community.

The theme of National Health Center Week 2017, which is August 13 -19, is Celebrating America’s Health Centers: The Key to Healthier Communities. The National Health Center Week campaign is designed to raise awareness about the mission and accomplishments of America’s Health Centers, the largest and most successful system of primary health care.

For questions about the Health Care Outreach Day, contact Kyle Fannan, Marketing and Development Associate, at 732-719-1570.

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TOMS RIVER – J. Francis Watson, Pastor of Christ Lutheran Church in Whiting and a founding member of the Duffy’s Cut Project in Chester County, Pennsylvania, will present a program to members and friends at the Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Ave. on Sunday, September 17 at 2 p.m. Dr. Watson co-authored a book The Ghosts of Duffy’s Cut: The Irish Who Died Building America’s Most Dangerous Stretch of Railroad in 2006. His

research was used in two TV documentaries in 2006 and 2013. Learn how desperate immigrants attracted to building and maintaining the Pennsylvania railroads with a promise of employment suffered dangerous conditions and low wages for a chance to achieve the “American Dream.” Call 732-341-1880 to reserve your seat. There is no admission cost, but donations will be accepted. Refreshments will be served.

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WHITING – Crestwood Manor residents recently celebrated summer with a community barbeque that included a 180-pound slow-roasted hog, plus two 80-pound suckling pigs cooked on a spit outside the community clubhouse.

The culinary adventure was led by Crestwood Manor’s Executive Chef Jennifer Madden, who purchased the cooked whole hog from Bringhurst Meats of South Jersey. In addition, two 80-pound suckling pigs were purchased from Crestwood Manor’s butcher Dutch’s Meats and involved a two-day long brining process before cooking eight hours on a barbeque spit that started at four in the morning and used over 100 pounds of charcoal.

Community members enjoyed the succulent roast pork with a grand buffet of all the flavorful fixings, including hamburgers, hot dogs,

baked beans, fresh Jersey tomatoes and corn on the cob, potato and pasta salads, coleslaw, watermelon and a selection of chilled beer and wine.

Throughout the year, the Residents’ Dining Services Committee collaborates with Dining Services to coordinate unique dining events for residents. “We enjoy planning exciting ways to bring everyone together for a special social event,” said Executive Chef Madden, “And living in the Garden State we take advantage of the high-quality butchers and purveyors available as well as the abundance of Jersey fresh local ingredients to create delicious offerings at every meal.”

Events such as the July pig roast demonstrate the real sense of community experienced at Crestwood Manor where residents are friendly, caring and engaged.

Village IV Movie Screening: Hidden Figures

WHITING – The Senior Citizen Club of Crestwood Village IV will be showing the movie Hidden Figures on September 22.

This movie is about a team of female African Americans mathematicians who helped to calculate the orbits for the space program.

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Concerts At Harry Wright Lake

MANCHESTER – The Manchester Recreation Department’s remaining concerts left for Concert Fest 2017 at Harry Wright Lake are as follows: August 23: 5 p.m. – WJRZ; 6 p.m. – Gerard Esposito; 7:30 p.m. – The Duprees.

Listen to WJRZ for concert updates. Concerts are free to the public. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Refreshment vendors will be available. For questions or more details, contact the Manchester Recreation Department at 732657-8121, ext. 5101 or visit manchestertwp.com.

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TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library recently added two online research tools for antiques and collectibles to a growing lineup of free resources available on its website, theoceancountylibrary.org.

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For more information on these and other online resources visit theoceancountylibrary.org.

Christ Lutheran Church To Host Oktoberfest

WHITING – Christ Lutheran Church will host Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 28 at 1:30 p.m. at 40 Schoolhouse Road.

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TOMS RIVER – Ten outstanding young professionals have been named the 2017 recipients of the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore’s award for Phenomenal Women Under 40, sponsored by BlueClaws Charities. The award, better known as the Phenom Award, honors emerging, young, female leaders under the age of 40 from Monmouth and Ocean counties. It not only recognizes young, professional women for who they are, but also for the potential for what they might achieve in their futures.

“When our Girl Scouts look to the community for role models, we want to show them young women professionals who are making a difference today,” said Susan H. McClure, Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. “Our Phenom Award recipients are fearless and daring leaders who set an example in everything they do. Their drive and determination make them excellent examples of women who aren’t afraid to try new things and who do whatever it takes to get the job done.”

Girl Scouts offers girls a one-of-a-kind opportunity to engage in leadership at the highest levels while addressing issues they feel passionately about. It is the only organization creating the female leadership pipeline for the next generation. Phenom Award recipients are examples of the go-getters, innovators, risk-takers, and leaders who inspire girls as they grow to live the Girl Scout mission and become women of courage, confidence and character, who will make the world a better place.

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award at a special cocktail reception at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 14 at Park Pavilion in Seaside Park. Sponsorships and tickets to the event can be purchased online by visiting jerseyshoregirlscouts.org/phenom.

This year’s Phenom Award honorees are: • Danielle Bagdzinski, Toms River – Marketing Director at Cowan, Gunteski, & Co. PA • Paige Baran, Lavallette – Associate Attorney at Hiering, Dupignac, Stanzione, Dunn & Beck, PC • Carolyn Burtnick, Keyport – Editor-in-Chief at Community Magazine • Kelly Fliller, Toms River – Director of Communications at Jay & Linda Grunin Foundation • Allison Havemann-Niedrach, Jackson – Brand Manager at Thrive by Le-Vel • Christina Lazaro, CPA, Toms River – Manager at WithumSmith& Brown, PC • Michelle Kelly, Wall Township – Project Engineer at DW Smith Associates, LLC • Tracy Mutchiga, Tinton Falls – Director of Community Engagement at Ranney School • Samantha Rice, Bayville – Communications Manager at Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore • Jamie Stone, Barnegat – Marketing/Events Promotions & Partnership Activation at Lakewood BlueClaws If you have any questions about the event, or if you’d like more information about any of the honorees, contact Tara Novak, Director of Community Development, by email at tnovak@jerseyshoregirlscouts.org or call 800-785-2090.

Lakeside Gardeners Beach Bash

WHITING – Cedar Glen Lakeside Gardeners will hold an End of Summer Beach Bash featuring music of the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s by entertainer Angelo Ruggiero on August 26.

The event will take place at 7 p.m. and doors open at 6:30 p.m. in Lakeside Hall, 100 Mich-

igan Ave. Tickets are $18 and include your meal, soft pretzel bar and dessert. BYOB. Contact Bob for tickets and information at 732-644-7469. Tickets will also be on sale every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the clubhouse on Michigan Ave.

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Children May Develop High Blood Pressure

NEW JERSEY – Despite popular belief, teens, children and even babies can have high blood pressure, also called HBP or hypertension. It’s not just a disease for the middle-aged and elderly.

As with adults, early diagnosis and treatment can reduce or prevent the harmful consequences of this disease, including heart and kidney disease. This May, National High Blood Pressure Awareness Month and American Stroke Month, the American Stroke Association wants you to check your child’s health.

When it comes to blood pressure in children, “normal” is relative. It depends on three factors: gender, age and height. Your child’s doctor can tell you what’s right for your child, because “normal” is a complicated calculation based on these factors.

What leads to HBP in children? There may be many factors that can include: Diseases including heart and kidney disease Some medications Family history Excess weight or obesity

Race, particularly African-Americans are at an increased risk Visiting your pediatrician to discuss treatment options is vital in controlling HBP. As in adults, HBP in children is typically managed with lifestyle changes, including: Enjoying a heart-healthy diet Participating in regular physical activity Managing weight The doctor may also prescribe medication if an appropriate diet and regular physical activity don’t bring the high blood pressure under control.

Children and teens should also be taught the dangers of tobacco use and protected from secondhand smoke. While cigarettes aren’t directly related to high blood pressure, they do cause a number of health risks. Parents should set a good example by not smoking and educating their children about the hazards of smoking.

Give your kids the best possible start by helping them develop heart-healthy habits early. Learn more about raising heart-healthy kids at heart.org/kids.

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The Manchester Times, August 12, 2017, Page 21

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.

(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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Ocean County Schedules Free Document Shredding Days

OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders is offering residents 22 different opportunities to get rid of their residential documents in a secure and safe way.

“Ocean County’s Residential Document Shredding Program kicked off on April 8 at the Berkeley Township Recycling Center in Berkeley Township,” said Ocean County Freeholder Gerry P. Little, who serves

as liaison to the county’s award-winning recycling program. “That is the first of 22 different dates for the popular program that is held throughout the County. We have added four more dates this year.

“This program provides a great service to our residents by shredding personal documents and information that otherwise may wind up in regular trash,” Little said. “With identity theft on the rise, this offers security

to our residents and also keeps all of this paper out of the Ocean County Landfill.

It’s a win, win.”

In 2016, a total of 102 tons or 204,000 pounds of documents were collected and shredded during the 18 collection dates.

The amount collected is up 16,000 pounds.

“Ocean County is a large county and we make every effort to make this program easily accessible to all our citizens,” said

Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari. “This program has been embraced by all of our residents who want to rid their homes of personal papers without worrying about them falling into the hands of people who may use it for the wrong reasons.”

“This program was first started in 2008 and has grown in popularity,” Little said.

The work is being performed by Autoshred of Toms River.

Residents are not required to register for this free program and can bring six boxes or bags each day. The program is for all paper documents and paper forms. Paperclips and staples do not have to be removed.

Little noted the shredding unit features an automatic feeding and dumping system, eliminating the need for human contact with a resident’s documents. Events will run their complete scheduled time or until the truck is full. The truck capacity is 8,000 pounds.

Little said that for residents who prefer to shred their documents at home, Ocean County offers drop-off boxes at both County recycling centers for shredded office papers.

“Shredded office paper should not be placed with curbside recyclables and instead should be brought to the drop-off boxes at the county recycling centers,” Little said. “The shredded paper cannot be effectively sorted by the County’s recyclable materials processing facility. I encourage our residents to recycle it separately which allows us to produce a viable, marketable commodity.”

Drop-off boxes can be accessed by Building 105 at the Ocean County Southern Recycling Center, 379 Haywood Road, Stafford Township or Building 68 at the Ocean County Northern Recycling Center at 601 New Hampshire Ave., Lakewood.

Little also suggested residents contact their municipal recycling centers to learn whether there is a local drop-off box for shredded office papers.

The following is a list of dates, times and locations for the Residential Document Shredding Program: August 19, Jackson Township Rear Municipal Building Lot, 95 West Veterans Highway, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

August 25, Toms River Township, Riverwood Park, 250 Riverwood Drive, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

August 27 at Lakewood Public Works Yard, 1 America Avenue, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

September 16, Long Beach Township Recycling Center, 7910 Long Beach Blvd., 9 to 11 a.m.

September 23, Island Heights Public Works Garage, Lake and Laurel Aves., 9 to 11 a.m.

September 23, Long Beach Township Public Works Garage, 7910 Long Beach Boulevard, Beach Haven Crest, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

September 30, Point Pleasant Beach Public Works Yard, 301 Cooks Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

October 7, Point Pleasant Municipal Building, 2233 Bridge Avenue, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

October 14, Manchester Township Public Works Yard, 1360 Route 70, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

October 21, Eaglewood Township Municipal Complex, 146 Division St., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

October 28, Beachwood Municipal Complex, 1600 Pinewald Road, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information on the program, contact the Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management at 732-506-5047.

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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.

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Dear Joel

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My Son The Motorcycle Rider

Dear Joel, How can I talk my son out of getting a 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

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Local Players Excel At Monmouth University

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 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 first-team 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 firstteam 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 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 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 October 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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CLASSIFIEDS Auto For Sale Items For Sale Help Wanted 2001 Ford Crown Victoria LX - “V8. Auto. All power. Leather.

Alloy wheels. 80K. Black. Senior owner, Holiday City. $2,900.

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For Rent Crestwood Village - 55+. Non smoker. Working person. 1 car only. $950 plus utilities. Credit check. Put back woods. 609-994-8644.

(33) Affordable Properties In Ocean County CAPC, LLC - Is offering two units for rent. Three and four bedroom, single-family homes in Toms River for $1,205. These properties are restricted based on income.

Application forms can be obtained from 421 Halsey Street in Newark; between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Applications can also be obtained by emailing clients@njclf.com or our website capcnj.org/apply. All individuals and families may apply. Priority will be given to qualified Sandy impacted residents/households.

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Real Estate ADULT 55+ COMMUNITY Homestead Run - Toms River. Purchase or rental. 2 BR, 1 or 1.5 Bath. Immediate occupancy. Call 732-370-2300.

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Items Wanted 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) $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ 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) Cash Paid - For vintage saxophones and World War II military items.

E-mail: mymilitarytoys@optonline. net or call 609-581-8290.

(33) 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. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

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Kayaks - Old Town Loon III and Wilderness. System PamLico 120. $500 each. 609-971-8740.

Bulkhead Ladder, $150.

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Teacher Assistant - FT/PT FLOATER. Seniors Welcome!

Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100.

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Help Wanted

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)

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 (22.50 hours a week e/o), and one RN 3-11 (16 hours a week e/o w/e). 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. (34) FT/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. Excellent benefit package for Full Time employees. Stop in today to learn more.

Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7 Special weekend rates of $14 - $16/hour depending on community. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month. Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (32) 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)

Laundromat Attendant - For PT/FT Good communication skills, math and min computer knowledge. Transportation needed. Long term commitment only. 732-286-1863.

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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) Seniors Let Me Help You Organize Filing, household accounts, medical records, writing checks, general office work. Good verbal and interpersonal skills. Please call Ellen 732-716-1017 or leave a message. $10 an hour.

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(34) 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. (35)

Full or Part Time Laborer/Apprentice - In Jackson. Will train.

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

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

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (39)

Full Time Teller/Pawn Clerk Ocean Check Cashing, 970 Route 166 Toms River, NJ. 732-2442814. 45 hours plus per week, includes every Saturday. Duties are as follows: banking experience, have knowledge of verifying and identifying fraud, good customer service skills, good communication skills, cash handling experience, knowledge of filing SARS/CTRS, retention, knowledge of Ebay. Good starting salary. Paid vacation. Some cross selling a plus. Please send resume to michalvv@aol.com.

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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. (37)

Teacher- FT - Pre-Kindergarten. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100.

(36) Community Resource Center Driver Wanted for Mental Health Agency in Brick. Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.; 2:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Candidate must have valid NJ driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Please call 732-255-9102, ext. 4. (35) Per Diem Hair Dresser - The Pines at Whiting is currently looking for a Per Diem Hair dresser to work 2-3 days a week in our Continuing Care Retirement Community. The ideal candidate must have an active license in the State of New Jersey. Interested candidates can apply to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759/Phone 732-849-2047/ Fax 732-350-0540/email rscully@ thepinesatwhiting.org. EOE. (32) Part Time - Jackson helper/apprentice. Working papers require for 17 & under. Call 732-928-2100. (34) Teacher - FT- Two’s. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (36)

Interior and Exterior Painting – Insured all calls returned.

References available. Free estimates. Lic # VH4548900. Tommy call 609-661-1657. (34) Do You Need Someone - To take care of your loved one in the evenings Monday through Friday?

Call Janet 732-409-7794 (Howell, Freehold and Jackson).

(35) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678.

(33) 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. (t/n)

Services Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors. Very neat.

Special senior discounts. Reasonable, affordable, insured. References. Low spring rates. License #13VH3846900. 732-899-4470 or (34) 732-814-4851. Thank you.

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) Computer Tutoring for Seniors – Retired, “Microsoft Certified” instructor. Very Reasonable rates. Very patient with slow learners. I’ll teach you in the comfort of your home on your computer. I can trouble shoot your slow computer! I also teach iPhone and iPad. I set up new computers at less than half the price the retailers charge. Windows 10 specialist. I can also build a beautiful small business website at a fraction of the going rates. Special Projects always welcome! Tony 732-997-8192. (t/n)

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

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.

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Autobody Work - $99 any dent big or small, professionally done. We come to you. Serving Ocean and Monmouth counties. 347-744-7409. (t/n) Daycare Provider - With 20 years experience. Excellent references. Looking to care for infant in her Howell home. Rt. 9-Adelphia Road. 732-905-1457. (36) 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) My Buddy - Wellness phone service. Easing loneliness. Receive a business-like call daily. Reasonable cost. For info, email mybuddy660@ gmail.com. My Buddy verified by Department Veteran Affairs listed as (SDVOSB) on www.vetbiz. gov. Must be 18+ years.

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H o u s e C l e a n - I Wi l l C l e a n Your Home. Very good prices.

Call 732-773-5078.

(41) 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.

(15) Angel Card Readings By Ena 848-227-5424. I can help you with lifes concerns. With God, all things possible.

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Nice Polish Lady - Can take care of elderly. Available days. Have car for shopping, doctor visits.

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Buy Direct Flooring - Laminates, luxury Vinyl $2.65’ installed, plush, berber $1.65’ installed, quality remnants, hardwood. Owner installed. County #2006052978. 732-504-9286. (36)

Classifieds are placed in all 7 of our weekly newspapers covering all of Ocean County, and also Howell in Monmouth County.

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TOMS RIVER – HOPE Sheds Light, Inc., a Toms River-based non-profit organization dedicated to educating families on the disease of addiction, is pleased to announce its partnership with the Jersey Shore Council of the Cub Scouts and the Boy Scouts of America.

“We are thrilled to partner with an organization such as HOPE Sheds Light,” said James Gillick, Scout Executive and CEO of the Jersey Shore Council of the Boy Scouts of America. “Opioid addiction has become an epidemic in our community and we promise to do whatever it takes to help raise awareness on addiction and prevent more lives from being taken by this terrible disease.”

This partnership will give scouts the opportunity to earn a special HOPE Sheds Light badge. “The objective of this badge follows suit with our mission to raise awareness and educate individuals, families and the community about the disease of addiction and to provide hope and resources towards recovery,” said Ron Rosetto, co-founder of HOPE Sheds Light.

“HOPE Sheds Light is doing great work in the community and we are honored to do our part in helping by offering this badge program to over 4,000 families along the Jersey Shore in both Ocean and Atlantic Counties,” Gillick added.

To be awarded a HOPE Sheds Light badge, the prospective scout must satisfy a list of requirements, questions and/or activities, which include signing the HOPE Sheds Light promise. “This is a promise made by

Ocean County Police Academy News

LAKEWOOD – Orientation for the 104th Basic Course for Police Officers has begun.

The class is comprised of recruits from Point Pleasant Borough, Toms River, Surf City, NJ State Park Police, Brick Township, Beach Haven, Lakewood, Berkeley Township and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office.

Orientation for SLEO II Class #42 will be on September 8 at 8 a.m. This class is closed for registration. This class will have recruits from Beach Haven, Belmar, Carteret, Howell, Jamesburg, Lakehurst, Lavallette, Long Branch, Mantoloking, Point Pleasant Beach, Seaside Heights, Seaside Park and Ship Bottom. The deadline for

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the scout to remain drug free, stay in school and help make the world a better place to live,” said Stephen Willis, co-founder of HOPE Sheds Light.

Founded in 2012 after co-founder Ron Rosetto lost his son Marc to a battle against substance abuse, HOPE Sheds Light serves to provide help and resources to families affected by addiction. Rosetto, along with co-founders Arvo Prima and Stephen Willis, and a team of board members and volunteers, work year-round to support families suffering from the epidemic of substance abuse that has become widely prevalent at the Jersey Shore in recent years.

Looking to the future, HOPE Sheds Light invites the Jersey Shore Council of the Boy Scouts of America and the entire community to its 4th Annual Celebration of HOPE Walk on Saturday, September 9 on the Seaside Heights Boardwalk. The walk offers resources for family members and friends of those dealing with addiction and substance abuse. The event also highlights inspirational speakers, a Tree of HOPE to remember those who were lost, onsite vendors, a raffle and more.

“It’s a celebration of recovery,” said Arvo Prima, co-founder of HOPE Sheds Light.

“We’re always hearing about the negatives of the disease. But by bringing hope and education to the community, we support each other and those affected. We show that recovery is possible. Together, we help each other.”

To learn more or to register for the walk, visit HOPEShedsLight.org.

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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 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.

(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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