2017-09-30 - The Howell Times

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Dear Pharmacist Reality Check Do B Vitamins Cause Cancer?

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By Sara Grillo HOWELL – Annual Howell Day looked a little greener this year, thanks to the Green Team.

Members decided to incorporate a Green Fair

–Photos courtesy Howell Township Top, left: Residents celebrated Annual Howell Day with games, rides, food and live entertainment. Right: Fireworks capped off the day’s events in Soldier Memorial Park. into the annual family-fun day of games, rides, face painting, food, live entertainment and fireworks in Soldier Memorial Park as part of their (Howell - See Page 5)

–Photos by Sara Grillo Phase 2 of construction routes through the Oak Glen Water Treatment Plant on Squankum-Yellowbrook Road.

By Sara Grillo HOWELL – New Jersey American Water is proposing 34,000 linear feet of water transition main through Howell and Lakewood townships that, according to Maggie Wellins and Jill Marie from HDR Engineering, who were hired to design the project, will increase capacity of water distribution, enhance fi re protection, improve system reliability (Water - See Page 4)

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Saving The Underdogs

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–Photos courtesy Pitties & Pals Rescue Daisy, a 5-year-old female pit mix.

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By Sara Grillo HOWELL – What comes to mind when you think of a “bully breed?” Pit bills?

Rottweilers? That’s only half the story.

It is thought that the term originated sometime during the 19th century in England, when Molossers – solidly built, large dog breeds that date back to ancient Greek times – were bred with mastiffs and Old English bulldogs to protect livestock (Underdogs - See Page 7)

Bankers Build Program Brings 50 Sandy Victims Home

By Sara Grillo MONMOUTH COUNTY – As the five year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy nears, a program designed to help rebuild and repair homes that were damaged by the storm is wrapping up.

Banks across the state joined the New Jersey Bankers Association’s Bankers Build program, a fiveyear, summer-long commitment that worked with Coastal Habitat for Humanity to complete new construction and “Aging in Place” and

“A Brush with Kindness” projects.

The efforts of around 900 bank volunteers who donated over 6,800 hours of their time and raised more than $70,000 to help repair, rebuild and restore houses along the shore has allowed 50 families to move back into their homes.

A total of 70 projects were completed, including the home of an 87-year-old Manasquan resident who was displaced when water from Superstorm Sandy flooded (Bankers - See Page 2)

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–Photo courtesy New Jersey Bankers Association Habitat Coordinator Michael Affuso, EVP/Director of Government Relations; Erin Suckiel, Assistant to the Director of Communications; Claire Anello, Database, Website and Office Manager; Diane Starr, Administrative Assistant to Education Department and John McWeeney, Jr., President/CEO.

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Continued From Page 1 her house. Volunteers repaired her home and the bank bought her new appliances and bedding.

Banks that participated in the Bankers Build program also donated $100 to each volunteer to go toward buying building materials.

Michael P. Affuso, EVP/Director of Government Relations of NJBankers, coordinated the Bankers Build effort, saying, “New Jersey bankers are committed to the communities they serve. For these bank participants and volunteers, it was

important to help shore residents return to their homes.”

Maureen Mulligan, Executive Director of Coastal Habitat for Humanity, said that when Affuso contacted her shortly after Superstorm Sandy and offered Habitat for Humanity help from NJBankers, she could hardly believe what she was hearing.

“To be the recipients of so much time, energy, good will and financial support was beyond my wild imaginings. NJBankers had an incredible impact on the recovery of Southern Monmouth County from Superstorm Sandy. Coastal Habitat for Humanity would not have been able to assist so many families without NJBankers,” said Mulligan.

Monmouth County Historical Commission

MONMOUTH COUNTY – Established by the Board of Chosen Freeholders in August 1988, the Monmouth County Historical Commission is dedicated to the preservation of the county’s rich historic heritage.

As advocates for the preservation of historic properties, sites and projects, the Commission encourages citizens to be involved as well. Ongoing programs that suppor t and recog nize histor ic preservation efforts within Monmouth

County include: History Regrant Program; Weekend in Old Monmouth event; Matchi ng g rants for mu n icipal and non-profit historic preservation projects; Awards to individuals and groups for preservation efforts; Essay contest for fifth-grade students.

The Mon mouth Count y Historical Commission may be contacted at 732431-7460, ext. 7413 and John.Fabiano@ co.monmouth.nj.us.

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Water:

Continued From Page 1 and support future growth.

Phase 1 of the project is currently under construction, and Phase 2, which needs Green Acres approval, will commence in mid-2018 and will likely be completed by the end of that year.

Phase 1 star ts on Apollo Road in Lakewood, and continues up through Lakewood Farmingdale Road, Oak Glen Road and Maxim Southard Road.

Phase 2 continues through Maxim Southard Road on to Preventorium Road, Old Tavern Road, the front of the Howell Department of Public Works facility, a piece of land owned by the Monmouth County Park System, Allaire State Park and the Oak Glen Water Treatment Plant.

A scoping hearing needed to be held because Phase 2 of construction requires inst allation of a t ransmission main within several Green Acres encumbered parcels.

The first parcel is a .49 acre, 20-footwide easement at Alfred C. Saur Park at Echo Lake, which is owned by the township, and requires installation using horizontal directional drilling to avoid surface impacts to the park. No permanent changes to the surface of the park are purposed, and only minor impacts with the drilling pits will occur, which will be restored to pre-construction conditions.

No tree removal is required.

Alternative locations were considered,

according to the project designers, but they faced Green Acres land on both sides of the road.

Another parcel includes two lots, one owned by the township, behind the recycling center at the Department of Public Works facility, and one owned by Monmouth County, just south of the Howell Park Golf Course. It is a.12 acre, 20-footwide, 250-feet-long easement that would have no impact on golf play, and would require an open cut trench with permanent and temporary tree removal.

Alternatives were considered, but a historical landfill on a nearby lot lies beneath the recycling center on the DPW grounds.

What Are The Benefits?

Because a total of 119 trees will be removed from Green Acres parcels, north of the DPW site and south of the Howell Park Golf Course, a tree survey has been completed to determine the appropriate reimbursement for any trees greater than 6 inches in diameter at breast height in accordance with Green Acres regulations.

There is a calculation for tree replacement that figures out how many trees Howell will get back, but the benefit is that the township will get a greater number of trees that can be used within the community at other township parks.

“For the 119 trees that would be removed, it’s somewhere around 2,000 trees that would be replaced,” said Wellins of the Green Acres ratio. She warned that some of those trees would go to the county, too.

Director of Community Development Jim Herrman added that the number also depends on tree size. To replace one 16-inch diameter tree, you’d need many, smaller trees.

“It might take 40 trees to replace one 16- or 20-inch tree,” he said.

Instead of putting those trees back in the same location, behind the landfill or near the shooting range, because they can’t impact the water main, they can spruce up areas in Soldier Memorial Park, Deerwood Park or Hoffman Field, he said.

“Those other locations, logically, would be some of our other parks.”

Here’s some other benefits: • Optimal route to minimize traffic congestion during instillation.

• Roads will be repaved after installation.

• Improved water capacity and fire protection.

• Redundancy in the water distribution system ensuring system reliability.

Castle Court resident Marc Parisi asked if the township had a long-term plan to provide water to residents on that street after the water main is installed.

Herrman said the township will not be mandating any customers to hook up, and that it does not have any intention of installing sewer services to customers in Parisi’s area because they are on larger lots.

Councilman Robert Walsh asked if sewer service is available in the area, which Herrman said it is in the BJ’s lot, but that

they haven’t thought about extending it.

He said he looked into it about four years ago, but that the cost versus the rate of return was not worth it, based on the small number of residents that would actually hook up to it. Walsh and Mayor Theresa Berger both asked to explore it further, and if the numbers could be updated for the current year.

Other residents had concerns about helping Lakewood, and that Howell is getting nothing out of the deal.

“The water main is really a necessary thing for the growth that’s happened not only in Lakewood but in Howell,” said Herrman.

He went on to explain that when the project was initially presented by American Water, it was going to go down Route 547, and they would also need to shut down Route 549 at Route 195, which are all heavily trafficked roads. The way the route f lows now, Maxim Southard and Oak Glen Roads are primarily affected, which are still highly trafficked roads, but not nearly as bad as Route 547.

Herrman also pointed out that over four miles of roadway will be repaved at no cost to the township once instillation is complete, and that New Jersey American Water will be brought into the DPW Building, Senior Center, Police Headquarters, Howell Library and Oak Glen Park, as well as provide less traffic headaches overall.

The next Howell Township meeting is Tuesday, October 17 at 7:30 p.m.

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–Photos courtesy Howell Township Children celebrated Annual Howell Day with inflatable games and rides.

Howell:

Continued From Page 1 commitment to the Sustainable New Jersey program, which allows townships to earn points and become bronze or silver certified.

Green Team member Grace Lowry said the Green Fair was all about teaching Howell residents which activities they could incorporate into their daily lives to be greener, such as composting, buying less or organic gardening. There were seed packets available that were packaged by Girl Scout troops and a bean bag game for kids.

Sustainable New Jersey requires townships to document all points they earn by

The Howell Times, September 30, 2017, Page 5 following green initiatives like hosting community events, reducing energy and protecting the environment. Lowry said Howell became bronze certified a couple years ago, but needs to earn back some of those points to get re-certified again next June.

Holding a Green Fair, for example, racks in 10 points.

Sustainable New Jersey has allowed the township to qualify for different grants, sometimes in the form of money, but also in the form of hands-on help. For the past two summers, the Green Team applied for and received student fellows who drove sustainable projects within Howell.

Last year’s fellow, a master’s degree student, took a look at energy consumption in township and school buildings, examining how the town could save more money through energy programs and pursing available grants.

This year, another fellow focused on marketing, promoting the Green Team and putting together a brochure on what Howell is doing to make the community a more sustainable place.

Here’s a few of those “Green Facts:” • Howell saves 75 trees per year by purchasing 30 percent recycled paper.

• Switching the lights in the municipal parking garage to LED bulbs saves the town nearly $2,000 per year.

• In 2016, Howell diverted over 66,000 tons of waste from the landfill.

• Between 2012 and 2017, Howell saved 419 tons of carbon dioxide by reducing gas and electricity consumption – the same as removing 88 cars from the road or taking

44 homes off the grid.

The Green Team is in its third year and more and more people are starting to come out to meetings. Lowry said she joined because she’s always been concerned about the environment and tries to do what little she can to help it.

Meetings are held on the last Tuesday of

the month at 7 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the Municipal Building. Anyone is welcome to attend. At the end of the year, people can sign up for other township groups, such as the Farmers’ Advisory Committee or Shade Tree Commission.

For more information on Sustainable New Jersey, visit sustainablejersey.com.

GROWTH PLATE INJURIES

Children and adolescents have bones that are still growing. Long bones have two growth plates, one at each end. From childhood through adolescence, these plates are composed of soft, growing tissue. When bones have achieved their final length and shape, the growth plates gradually harden into bone. Until that time, the growth plates are the weakest areas of a growing skeleton. Injuries that are mere sprains for adults can be fractures in the growth plates of children. Active children can injure growth plates while walking, jumping, or falling. It is wise to have a podiatrist evaluate any persistent pain in the joints of children’s feet or ankles, as untreated growth plate fractures can interfere with normal growth or physical development.

FAMILY FOOT HEALTH CENTER brings you these columns in order to show how the many benefits of podiatric medicine can help keep all the members of your family walking, running, living in comfort. And since taking care of the feet can’t begin too early, you’ll be glad to know there is a foot-care specialist here in Howell who can help you if there seems to be a problem with your child’s feet. Located at 4527 US Highway 9, you can reach us at (732) 370-1100.

HINT: Growth plate fractures may need to be diagnosed with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor

F EATURED L ETTER Columbus Enslaved Natives, Don’t Honor Him With A Holiday I think it’s about time we stop celebrating Columbus Day with marche s d ow n m a i n s t r e e t U.S.A. every October.

As any grade schooler will tell you, Columbus didn’t discover America. What Columbus did discover when he finally came ashore, were a culturally rich and diverse people. He would w r it e i n h is jou r n a l: “They are the best people…and the gentlest,” then noted; “They will make f ine ser vants… with 50 men we could s u bj u g a t e t h e m a l l .”

True to his word, Colu mbu s enslaved 50 0 men, women and children and shipped them off to Spain, many being auctioned off like cattle upon their arrival.

Should a man responsible for the murder of i n no c e nt p e o ple, t he raping of women and the systematic destruction of a c u lt u r e b e hon ored with a special day?

Should we ennoble and pay tribute to a man who h el p e d “ i nt e r n a t io n alize” the slave trade each fall?

Concerning the recent Confederate statue/slaver y issue, the Asbur y Park Press in an editorial, “Don’t Consecrate Con federacy” opi ned that these statues represent an affirmation of slavery and should not be com memorated or be allowed to remain in any public square.

Should n’t the same logic and opinion expre sse d by t he P re ss with respect to the Confe d e r at e s t at ue /sl ave question, be applied to Columbus and for the same reason?

From my perspective, freedom loving Americans should not set aside a day to honor and celebrate a slave trader and murderer, regardless of his supposed discovery.

Borden Applegate Jackson

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The Choice For Brick Mayor Is Easy I may be a Republican, but I voted for Democrat John Ducey for Brick Mayor 4 years ago, and I’m planning to vote for him again. I voted for him the first time because I like what he said – he talked about getting taxes under control, reducing the size of government, and getting rid of patronage employees who got their jobs because of who they know, not what they know.

He sounded like a fiscal conservative, and that’s how he has governed.

This year, the choice for Brick Mayor is easy. Mayor Ducey did just what he said he would do. He cut spending, got rid of the political hacks, and he reduced Brick’s debt by $17 million.

That’s why he was able to reduce municipal taxes this year. I’m voting for John Ducey and his team and you should too.

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Vicari Is An Advocate For Ocean County Veterans As a veteran, I know the importance of leadership. I wish to share information on the strong leadership exhibited by Ocean County Freeholder Joe Vicari.

Freeholder Vicari knows the sacrifices made by our

Letters To Editor military forces and that they The opened an additional office supporters he views the past have given their all to defend our way of life, our families, and our freedoms. Joe Vicari stands up for our veterans and gives his all to make sure the men and women who served our nation are cared for. He is a strong advocate of the Ocean County Veterans Bureau in Toms River that helps the county’s nearly 68,000 veterans access care through the Veterans Administration.

The average citizen might not realize what happens in our Ocean County Veterans Bureau. Ocean County Veterans Bureau in Toms River is second to none! The Toms River office hums with calls and visitors. Veteran widows, spouses, veterans from the Great Wars, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq/Afghanistan and non-wartime can get help with U. S. Department of Veteran Affairs benefit information in real time. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has services and benefits available, but the application requirements are wrought with details that are easily misunderstood. I am a female veteran and left military service 35 years ago, overwhelmed, and unaware of services available from the VA. Guidance from this office helped me find a myriad of supports, but the office is busy and veterans may have to schedule appointments with a long lead time.

Freeholder Vicari observed the need for expanded services in the community and

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In a time when political will and leadership can be hard to find, Freeholder Vicari continues to go above and beyond for our veteran community. It is important for the community to know about the availability of services for military families, but more so, who is working in our best interest in County government. I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to help service members, veterans, and their families navigate the complex agency guidelines that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs functions under.

I will be supporting Freeholder Joe Vicari on Election Day, November 7 and would like veteran families and our community members to know why.

Kerri Ann Long U.S. Air Force Veteran Toms River

Pro-Trump Rally Remembers History Incorrectly A spring pro-Trump rally in Seaside Heights was a real eye opener. It showed just how misguided and uninformed some people can be.

According to that article the time and place was kept secret by rally organizers in an effort to keep protesters away. It appears these supposedly constitution-loving patriots have no problem with suppressing the free speech of those who don’t share their world view.

Of course suppressing opposing voices shows weakness rather than strength.

It shows uncertainty about whether the vague promises and angry Trump rhetoric can withstand the challenge of critical assessment and the test of scrutiny.

Especially baffling were the comments of a gubernatorial candidate who hoped Trump could take the country back to a time 50 years ago when opportunities were equitable for all. Like many Trump

through rose colored glasses and the world of today as in disarray for which they blame liberals in general and President Obama specifically. But let’s take a look back 50 years.

Far from the golden age he suggests 1967 was a time of turmoil and unrest. Citizens were polarized on a divisive war and rallies to both support and oppose continued involvement in Vietnam were common. Racial tensions were high and riots broke out in cities across the country for, ironically, lack of equitable opportunities for all citizens.

We were reeling in the wake of two political assassinations and soon to suffer two more. It was a time of great social upheaval with forces committed to change at constant odds with those opposed to it. Hardly the time of harmony and stability the candidate’s words imply.

Of course this inaccurate look back is nothing new to conservatives who view the Reagan years as halcyon days for America. Somehow they forget the Iran-Contra Affair, the Savings and Loan Crisis brought on by his “laissez-faire” economics, the double digit interest rates faced by new mortgage holders and other less than ideal circumstances that were also part of Reagan’s legacy.

Should the candidate still choose to see those times as better, it bears noting that 50 years ago our president was Lyndon Johnson, one of the most liberal leaders in recent history. Ironic considering the vitriol directed at liberals

by Trump supporters.

It has been wisely said that those who do not learn the lessons of history are doomed to repeat it. Perhaps what these would-be patriots need is to see the past for what it was, remarkably similar to the world of today. It would also help to remember history in an accurate manner before using it as a point of reference in the political debate.

Bill Pane Farmingdale

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The Howell Times, September 30, 2017, Page 7 wanted to do more to help the bully breed, and decided to “jump into the deep end of the pool” and start their own organization. It’s been about three years, and things have started to get off the ground. While not an animal facility, the rescue focuses on fostering and boarding dogs until they can be adopted.

Fundraisers throughout the year have helped cover the expensive cost of boarding, medical bills and dog food. There was a motorcycle run in July, as well as various dinner and wine

–Photos courtesy Pitties & Pals Rescue Cece, a 10-year-old female mastiff mix.

Shadow, a 5-year-old male pit mix. Zeus, a 4-year-old male pit mix, was recently adopted by his forever family.

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Continued From Page 1 and property. The trouble started when owners started breeding them for other, less favorable purposes, such as bull baiting.

Donna Kenevich, President of Pitties & Pals Rescue, knows a thing or two about them, too. In her opinion, the bully breeds of today are tough, sometimes older, fearful dogs struggling with issues like guarding their food.

In other words, dogs that aren’t highly adoptable.

“That’s our goal, to help the underdog,” she said.

Kenevich and her team of employees and volunteers spend time with these underdogs to get them to feel more comfortable, get them moving, and walking nicely on a leash. Then, the dogs can move into foster homes and ultimately be adopted into their forever homes.

The group tries to rescue dogs from shelters that might soon be euthanized, but have nothing wrong with them. A couple months ago, they rescued a dog from a shelter in New York that was about to be euthanized, and it ended up being adopted.

Kenevich has had dogs her whole life. She started Pitties & Pals with four other friends who were volunteering with other rescue groups. They

events that have helped them get through the winter months when it’s harder to fundraise.

“All money goes to boarding, food, the vet, anything that the dogs might need,” she said.

On October 6, Pitties & Pals will host their 1st Annual Putting For Pooches at Gamblers’ Ridge Golf Club in Cream Ridge. Entry fee is $125, including lunch and dinner, and sponsorship opportunities for businesses are also available.

Anyone not interested in golfing can make a $35 donation and just attend the buffet dinner at 6 p.m.

Right now there are 10 dogs up for adoption.

Three are in foster homes, and seven are in boarding. Kenevich said that with the help of volunteers, they are able to get the dogs outside to stretch their legs at least four times a day.

Zeus, a 4-year-old male Pit mix, was recently adopted by his forever family.

Pitties & Pals is always looking for new foster families and volunteers. For more information, visit pittiesandpals.com.

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

Colts Neck Senior Attends Global Leadership Summit In Italy

–Photo courtesy FRHSD Colts Neck High School senior Francesca Edralin developed a prototype that captures moisture in the air and converts it into a water spray that waters crops and gardens during droughts.

COLTS NECK – Colts Neck High School senior Francesca Edralin was one of 17 high school students selected from across the country to travel to Milan, Italy this past summer for the Education First (EF) Global Leadership Summit addressing the future of food. Participants learned about hunger, food waste, and urban gardening, and then challenged to develop ideas to change the world. The summit culminated with the

presentation of the top eight prototypes. The winning prototype, Hydrone, was created and designed by Francesca’s team. Hydrone will capture moisture in the air and convert it into a water spray that can help water crops and gardens, especially significant during a drought. Solar panels will power Hydrone and the device will be manufactured entirely out of recycled or reused materials, making it almost 100 percent sustainable.

Young Eagles Flight Rally And Aviation Day LAKEWOOD – Young Eagles Flight Rally & Aviation Day at Lakewood Airport is on October 22. There will be free airplane rides for boys and girls ages 8-17. Flights will begin at 1:00 p.m. with registration closing at 4 p.m. Enter the airport at Cedar Bridge Ave and proceed to the operations office, starting at 12:30

p.m. to register for a flight. A parent or guardian who can sign a required parental permission form at the time must accompany students. The New Jersey Aviation Education Council will also be on hand with aviation displays and learning stations. Lakewood Airport is located at1900 Cedar Bridge Avenue.

CentraState To Host Health Plan Offerings For Employers Panel

FREEHOLD – CentraState will host an expert panel discussion about health plan offerings for 2018 on Wednesday, October 18. At 7:30 a.m. there will be a networking reception and hot breakfast and from 8 to 9 a.m. there will be a panel discussion. The event will take place at CentraState Medical

Center, Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus, Jack Aaronson Conference Center Auditorium, 901 West Main Street. You will hear from a panel of industry experts about options available to employers in New Jersey.

To RSVP to CentraState, call 732-294-7080 or visit centrastate.com/ccn by October 13.

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Hope And Help For Homebound Seniors

MONMOUTH COUNTY – We have a great organization dedicated to seniors living right here in our community. Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (CVCJ) a non-profit agency is committed to enabling the homebound elderly to remain living independently in their home. As a senior yourself or a spouse, partner or friend taking care of a non-driving elderly member of our community there is help available. There is no charge for the services and there is no income eligibility. The only requirement to receive service is that the loved one needing service is over 60, is no longer driving, and lives in Ocean County or parts of southern Monmouth County.

What our volunteers can do for you: • Round trip transportation to medical appointments (volunteers use their own car).

• Grocery shopping (they shop for you, once every 2 weeks).

• Friendly visits & phone calls to those who feel lonely and live far from their families.

• Caregiver Canines Pet Visitation to provide a great tail-wagging joy, this program provides in-home volunteers and therapy dog visits.

In addition, we also offer our frail and elderly residents the following services: • Alzheimer’s Respite Care Program: this program offers Caregivers of those living at home with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or chronic illness to get relief from their incredible stress and burden on a weekly basis.

• Veteran to Veteran: our volunteer Veterans are matched with a Veteran for all our services.

Multicultural Outreach: we have diverse and bilingual staff members providing education and outreach to minority communities.

Can you spare a few minutes a week or a month to help your neighbor?

CVCJ has multiple volunteer opportunities for individuals to give back to their community. We strive to keep our volunteers close to home, and volunteers choose assignments they are comfortable with and a time frame that fits their schedule. CVCJ volunteers tell us they get back so much more than they give and stay health by keeping active!

For more information about CVCJ or to volunteer, please call the CVCJ office at 732-505-2273 or email us at info@caregivervolunteers.org.

College Financial Aid Night HOWELL – The Freehold Regional High School District is hosting a Financial Aid Night on Thursday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Howell High School Auditorium, 405 Squankum Yellowbrook Road. A financial aid representative from The Higher

Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) will conduct a comprehensive presentation highlighting financial aid options and the process of applying for aid.

A question and answer period will follow the presentation.

QVC Bus Trip TOMS RIVER – The Studio Tour is back!

CONTACT of Ocean and Monmouth Counties, the 24/7 Crisis/Suicide Prevention Hotline, is hosting a trip to the QVC outlet store in Frazer, Pennsylvania on November 4. Trip costs $92 and includes a 3-course lunch at Buca di Beppo, studio tour and shopping

time at the QVC gift shop in Studio Park.

Bus departs from Toms River Presbyterian Church, 1070 Hooper Ave., at 8 a.m. sharp and arrives home at approximately 6:30 p.m. Call 732-240-6104 or mail a check to CONTACT, P.O. Box 1121, Toms River, NJ 08754.

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Day Of Music To Benefit Alzheimer’s Connection Thru Music Program FREEHOLD – On Sunday, October 15, Calgo Gardens will be hosting a Day of Wellness featuring Music in the Garden, a benefit event for Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (CVCJ) and its Connection Thru Music program. The event takes place from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Live music will be featured throughout the day, with performances by recording artist Dave Vargo, singer-songwriters Billy Simmons and Vic Della Pello, and musicians Will and Jack Santoro, James Sleeman, Rosa Lees and Sophia Montalbano.

A donation of $10 is requested in support of this organization. Donors are entitled to a 10 percent discount in the Barn, and entry into giveaways and prizes. In addition, a portion of sales from the Tulip Tree Café will benefit CVCJ. Connection Thru Music matches youth with seniors suffering with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, creating connections through the power of music memory that build a bridge to memories and sense of self otherwise lost to the disease.

While there, take advantage of the Yoga

Loft’s Wellness Fair. Vendors include Reiki Master Claire Sadankas, Angel Readings by Reverend Katie Grace Pepe, Adrienne Gammal on the healing benefits of crystals, henna tattoos by Khushi Khamma, Jersey Shore Body Wraps, Nancy Schmidt’s crystal bowls, Astrology by Marissa Winters, The Garden’s local honey, and chiropractor Dr. Jodi Kinney.

Medium Lisa P will connect you with loved ones who have crossed over, and Janice M will help you connect with the Spirit and offer guidance and life direction. Cream Ridge Winery will offer wine tastings. Fees and/or class card specials may apply.

Also, the Central Jersey Blood Bank Blood Mobile will be on site for blood donations.

Please call 732-919-7770 to schedule an appointment.

The event will take place rain or shine, thanks to Opdyke Awning’s generous donation of tents. Calgo Gardens is located at 462 Adelphia Road.

For more information about this event, email info@caregivervolunteers.org, visit Facebook @caregivervolunteers, or call 732-505-2273.

Manahawkin Comic Book Show On Oct. 1

By Chris Lundy

STAFFORD – Fans of comic books and other flights of fancy are invited to attend the Manahawkin Comic Book Show, which will be held on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, 151 Route 72.

There will be more than 20 vendor tables of comic books, as well as toys and other collectibles. Books from the Silver Age into the modern era will be for sale. The following guests and groups will be in attendance: • USS Challenger the Jersey Shore Chapter of Starfleet: The International Star Trek Fan Association • Jay Taylor - Comic book artist and publisher

• Matt Buttich - Local artist whose work includes sketch cards for Topps Trading Cards: Star Wars Galactic Files Series 5 and Walking Dead Season 7 • Manda Cantillon local artist Admission is $3 per person. Children 12 and younger are free. Comic prize packs will be given out to the first 100 people at the show, and free raffle drawings will be at noon and 2 p.m.

The door prizes can be seen on the event website comic-lair.com/show or the show facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ events/923197057822740/ . For additional information about the show call 609-6958855, e-mail comic-lair@comic-lair.com or visit comic-lair.com.

Mental Illness Awareness Week Event HOWELL – The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Monmouth County (NAMI Greater Monmouth) will an e v e n t f o r M e n t a l I l l n e s s Aw a r e n e s s Week. A presentation of the association’s live+video recovery talk, In Our Own Voice, and information on mental health recovery resources and peer support

will take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 4 at the Monmouth County Library Howell Township Branch, 318 Old Tavern Road.

The program is free, and registration is not required. Information is available by visiting namigm.org, or calling 732-4NAMI-4U.

Open House At Ramtown-Howell Fire Company

HOWELL – The Ramtown-Howell Fire Company will hold an Open House on Wednesday, October 11 at the Fire Station on Ramtown-Greenville Road from 6 until 8 p.m. during Fire Prevention Week 2017. Come visit with the Ramtown Firefighters, Sparky

the Fire Dog and Buster from the Lakewood BlueClaws. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome.

For more information, please call the Fire Station at 732-458-0222 and leave a message for Firefighter Jim Gaul.

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Cast Members For Be More Chill Performance Announced

LAKEWOOD – Matt Dalton stars as Jeremy Heere, just an average teenager trying to survive his suburban New Jersey high school years with his best friend Michael, played by Ryan Everett Wood. That is, until he discovers “The Squip” – a tiny supercomputer, played

by Sal Pavia that promises to bring him everything he desires most: a date with Christine (Lizz Ritacco) and an invite to Jake’s (Billy Cardone) biggest party of the fall. But for his chance to thrive, Jeremy must take the upgrade to navigate the dangerous high schools halls with the likes of Rich (Jason Arellano), Chloe (Lisa Adams), Brooke (Katie McGrath) and Jenna (Emily Nielsen). Be More Chill also features Vincent DiStefano as Mr. Heere & Mr. Reyes, along with ensemble members Carly Cosentino, Frankie Confalone and Bridget Hughes.

Exit 82 Theatre’s production of Be More Chill is directed and choreographed by Sean Openshaw with musical direction by Chris Sabol, assistant direction by Jennifer Nelson, costume design by Desiree Davenport, set design by

Mike Lindenmayer, and produced by Keely Arellano, Carly Cosentino, Lexi Davenport, Nicole Grassano and Amy Laposa.

Performances run one week only – Thursday, November 9 at 7 p.m., Friday, November 10 at 8 p.m., Saturday, November 11 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday, November 12 at 2 p.m. All performances are held at the Strand Center for the Arts in downtown Lakewood. Tickets are on sale now at exit82theatre.com.

Be More Chill is based on the novel by Ned Vizzini and features an awesome score from Joe Iconis and book by Joe Tracz. The world premiere production of Be More Chill was commissioned and originally produced by Two River Theater Company in Red Bank with John Dias, Artistic Director and Michael Hurst, Managing Director. This work was supported by a Theatre Commissioning and Production Initiative grant from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation. Orchestrations and Arrangements are by Charlie Rosen. Be More Chill is presented through special arrangement with R & H Theatricals.

Fundraiser For CONTACT Of Ocean & Monmouth TOMS RIVER – CONTACT of Ocean & Monmouth Counties is hosting a fundraiser on October 28 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Clarion Hotel, 815 Route 37 West.

A $48 donation includes a delicious 3-course lunch and wonderful show packed with entertainment featuring Andre & Cirell, Masters of Comedy & Musical Impressions, plus bou-

tique vendors for holiday shopping, door prizes, 50/50 raffles and a great mini gift auction.

Proceeds benefit CONTACT’s 24/7 Crisis & Suicide Prevention Hotline. Must be 18 or older to attend. For tickets and information, call 732-240-6104 or visit contactoceanmonmouth.org. Checks can be mailed to P.O. Box 1121, Toms River, NJ 08754.

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NEPTUNE – Jersey Shore Chamber of Commerce has announced its most outstanding citizens and business winners of the 2017 Golden Osprey Awards. Recipients will be recognized at the annual Golden Osprey Awards dinner, Thursday, October 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Jumping Brook Country Club, 210 Jumping Brook Road.

The 2017 Golden Osprey Awards will recognize Frank J. Fischer, Esq. with the Pinnacle Award for outstanding support of the chamber and its members; Harpoon Willy’s and Route 34 Landscape Supply Yard with the Business Excellence Award for outstanding business practices and contributions to the community; Lakewood BlueClaws and Dr. Susan Nemiroff of Jersey Shore Wellness for Outstanding Community Service; Adam Puharic of Danskin Insurance Agency and The Stroin Family-HarborPoint Bancard for Outstanding Chamber

Service; Matthew Appel of AXA Advisors for the Rising Star Award, presented to a chamber member who exhibits outstanding leadership; and Hunter Connellan, Christian Brothers Academy with the Aspiring Youth Award, given to a student involved in school activities and community service.

The Jersey Shore Chamber of Commerce will also give special recognition for their 30-year membership to Frank J. Fischer, Esq. and The Rugby School at Woodfield.

Tickets cost $85 per person and $640 per table of eight, and include one-hour open bar, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dessert, coffee and music. Sponsorship opportunities range from $300 to $1,500; journal ads range from $75 to $400. To register, or for more information, contact Danielle at 732-2808800 or visit jsccnj.com. Send ads to gary@ kintechinc.com.

Annual Candy Cane Bazaar FARMINGDALE – Join us for our Annual Candy Cane Bazaar on Saturday, November 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1st United Methodist Church of Farmingdale, 8 Main Street. There will be tables full of fancy handmade items, Christmas decorations,

home goods and unique jewelry. There will also be a silent auction featuring new and top-quality handmade items and gift baskets. Wonderful, homemade baked goods for a treat and light lunch will be available.

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MANALAPAN – The County Clerk’s 2017 Archives and History Day is right around the corner and Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is encouraging New Jersey historical organizations to be a part of the big event, which will take place Saturday, October 14 at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan.

“This will be our 22nd Annual Archives and History Day which celebrates local history.

The event is organized by the Monmouth County Archives, a division of the County Clerk’s Office,” said Clerk Christine Hanlon.

“This year’s Archives and History Day will focus on the history of Monmouth County inventors and innovators and will feature movie screenings and seminars for people of all ages.”

More than 60 local and state history organizations will set up displays on topics relating to New Jersey history and their organizations.

With 300 expected attendees, Clerk Hanlon encourages all local historical organizations

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“Archives Day is designed for the public to connect with archivists, historians, and other preservationists,” said Gary D. Saretzky, Monmouth County Archivist. “This event is a great opportunity for local organizations to showcase their work and educate the people about their preserved history.”

The event will also include a history forum, awards presentations, and a tour of the Monmouth County Archives, for which a reservation is required.

The deadline for New Jersey historical organizations to sign up for an Archives and History Day exhibitor table is October 2.

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The August study suggests that two B vitamins from the whole “B Complex” family are potentially harmful, but let’s take a closer look before we hang B6 and B12: The study was conducted in men who smoke. These scary findings don’t even apply to non-smoking men or women.

The researchers tried to level the playing field. They asked questions to each participant about their smoking history, body size, alcohol use, history of cancer and use of anti-inflammatory medications.

How many questionnaires have you filled out in your life and underestimated your weight, or smoking and drinking habits?

The dietary supplements taken were more than likely synthetic and/or not biologically active because that’s what’s sold in 99 percent of dietary supplements. You may not realize this but Vitamin B6 as “pyridoxine” is not even biologically active when you take it. Vitamin B12 sold as “cyanocobalamin” isn’t biologically active either, not until it breaks down in your body. It begs the question, “Do you think taking synthetic or inactive chemicals while inhaling toxic nicotine will promote your health?”

Nicotine and related compounds are known to be carcinogenic. It doesn’t mat-

ter a whole lot what else you’re doing to promote health if you continue to smoke.

It’s best to eat green leafy vegetables and lean meats to get B6 and B12 respectively. But if you are going to take a dietary supplement take the biologically active (body-ready) forms of nutrients. For example, Methylcobalamin is the cell-loving form of B12. And Adenosylcobalamin (adeno B12) is the mito-loving form of B12 and both of those are more biologically active in the body than synthesized Cyanocobalamin. Folic acid is synthetic, whereas Methylfolate (5-MTHF) is natural and you can get this from eating salads and sautéed greens. It’s the methylated form of folate which is biologically active and understood by the body, especially your methylation cycle.

This is all confusing, isn’t it. In summary: Don’t trust headlines, they are intended to be sensational in order to get you to read!

Don’t trust the interpretation of scientists who use synthetic, potentially harmful compounds in their studies.

B6 and B12 sold in most dietary supplements are unfortunately synthetic, and could essentially be useless, or harmful.

Buy high-quality vitamins or don’t buy them at all.

Don’t smoke, it will hasten your demise even if you’re taking a multivitamin or a high-quality B Complex.

Smoking is a ‘drug mugger’ of Vitamin C. So if you are trying to improve your health (while chewing or smoking) then take a high quality C, or eat citrus fruits.

That is more of a ‘friend’ to your body than a B vitamin.

(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.

Cancer Screenings, Mammograms Available Through OHI

NEW JERSEY – Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI), a federally qualified health center with locations throughout Ocean County, is working with the state-sponsored program New Jersey Cancer Education and Early Detection (NJCEED) to provide cancer screenings, such as mammograms, to underinsured and uninsured patients through patient referrals.

Mammograms are being offered at the following locations: Health Village Imaging – 1301 Route 72 #100 in Manahawkin Monmouth Medical Center’s Jaqueline

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Soccer Treasurer Charged With Stealing $457K From League

By Sara Grillo FREEHOLD – The former treasurer of Freehold Soccer League has been charged with theft after he allegedly stole $457,000 from the league, using the money to finance his own personal expenses, including thousands of dollars paid to Verizon Wireless and Honda of Freehold.

A Monmouth County grand jury retur ned the 14-count indictment that charged 58-year-old Anthony Gallo of Freehold Township, leaving him to face up to ten years in a New Jersey state prison if he is convicted on the second degree charges, and additional prison time if convicted on third and fourth degree offenses.

The year-long investigation began in March 2016 after the president of the Freehold Soccer League realized bills for uniforms were unpaid and that funds were missing from the league’s bank accounts.

The Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office launched an investigation that discovered Gallo was writing checks to himself, to cash, as well as to his

company Beacon Financial Services, in excess of $300,000. Over $120,000 in ATM withdrawals were also made from the league’s bank account, and $25,000 was used for Gallo’s own personal expenses.

Monmouth County Assistant Prosecutor Lawrence Nelsen is handling the case, and Gallo is being represented by Tara Breslow of Red Bank.

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and always f inds a wonderful item. I stick closer to the traditional, often sending flowers to wish someone well, but cleaning out the closet is no way to show respect. You could just put them in the trash and try not to take it as a snub, or you might just want to return them to her, saying they just don’t fit your décor and maybe someone else might appreciate them more. As we move closer to the holiday season, I would suggest our readers take a little more time than this person to choose a gift, or take the easy path and put a little cash in an envelope.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of september 16 - september 22

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Avoid taking action on a passing distraction. A temptation to follow misplaced sympathies could stir you this week. It is not a good idea to be taken in by those who would like to enlist you in their intrigues.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Nick negativity in the bud. You can be a realist without being a pessimist. In the week ahead you may be called upon to participate in group activities or make new contacts within the workplace environment.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Turn on the low beams. You may feel somewhat mystified by a situation, or feel that others do not understand you, but this temporary fog will dissipate. In the week to come new friends could uplift your spirits.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Your focus may be on hocus pocus in the week ahead. Hold onto your money if a spin doctor tries to sell you something. You may feel that someone is not being truthful or think someone is better than they are.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Focus on friendliness. Relationships will run smoothly if you use your best manners in the week to come. You may be surprised to receive help from the least expected sources, but might only hear what you want to hear.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may be in collusion with your own delusion. Don’t make any crucial decisions or start a new enterprise until after the middle of the week. Use keen powers of observation to avoid making a monetary mistake.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): You may be

able to see improvements that are needed in the week ahead. At the same time you must fight off the urge to be argumentative. Set a good example rather than forcing others to accept your views.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Get the best bang for your buck. In the upcoming week be creative about finding ways to ensure your long term security. Steer clear of get rich schemes.

Focus on thrift, conserving resources and economical thinking.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Tricks are for kids. Steer clear of tricky situations this week. You are usually alert to fraudulent people and situations but could be suckered in by a sob story or caught up in the problems of others.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Some ideas may seem plausible but simply aren’t possible.

In the week ahead you may be ambitious to get ahead and may easily be attracted to a get-rich scheme. Steer clear of anything that seems too good to be true.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The truth may be obscured. Don’t trust your intuitions in the week ahead when money is concerned.

There may be opportunities to reflect deeply upon your dreams and to join others for inspirational discussions.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Miscommunications could cause hurt feelings. Don’t let them turn into a stumbling block as this week unfolds.

Speak with a little more warmth to reassure others and show respect for your partner.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Fall Into Apple Season:Welcome Autumn With My Recipe For Individual Apple Pies

By Wolfgang Puck We’re just days away from the beginning of autumn on the calendar. (Even though the warm days of Indian summer that arrive with it and often stay through October can sometimes make us feel like the season hasn’t changed yet.) Still, I don’t usually rely on the calendar or the weather to tell me what season it is. One stroll through the farmers’ market, and I know that fall is here.

Apples are beginning to fill the stalls. And that means my chefs and I start thinking about all the many delicious ways we’re going to use the signature fruit of the season.

I like to feature apples in every course of the meal. They’re delicious in salads, whether shredded with cabbage in a slaw or cut into bite-sized pieces and tossed with spinach and crumbled blue cheese. I also like to saute apples as an enhancement to other savory dishes, using them to garnish butternut squash soup, for example, or serving them alongside pork chops.

Of course, I can never resist using apples in desserts. I love baked apples, and I also include the fruit in all kinds of cobblers, crisps, cakes and bread puddings.

My favorite recipe of all, however, is apple pie.

To me, that dessert captures the very essence of autumn apples: sweet and tart, crisp and tender, earthy and deliciously perfumed.

My chefs and I will be making all sorts of pies over the next three months, culminating with my traditional Christmas apple pies abounding in dried fruits and sweet spices. At the start of the season, however, I like something simpler; a recipe that captures the essence of the fruit at its finest. My individual apple pies, as we served them for many years at my flagship Spago restaurant in Beverly Hills.

As you’ll see from the recipe, the apples themselves are definitely the stars here, highlighted in the filling only by butter, caramelized sugar, and the smallest splash (just 1/2 tablespoon per serving) of Calvados or cognac. (If you can’t resist, you could also add a touch of ground cinnamon.)

For the crust that lines individual tartlet tins or flan rings (which you can find in any wellstocked kitchenware shop), I use my easy sugar dough recipe, a version of a classic pie crust.

But, to top each pie, I prefer lighter, flakier puff pastry, easily found in the freezer case of supermarkets, which lets the flavor and texture of the apples beneath really shine.

SPAGO’S INDIVIDUAL APPLE PIES Makes 8 single-serving pies Sugar dough (recipe follows) 8 small cooking apples, such as Pippin, Granny Smith or Golden Delicious 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup (125 mL) granulated sugar 4 tablespoons Calvados or cognac 1/2 pound (250 g) store-bought frozen puff pastry, thawed following package instructions 1 cage-free egg beaten lightly with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Prepare the sugar dough. Divide it into 2 equal pieces and, on a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll each piece into an 11-inch (27.5-cm) square. Place on a parchment paper-lined tray and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

On 1 or 2 baking sheets, place 8 individual tartlet tins or flan rings measuring 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter by 1/2 inch (12 mm) high. Using a 5-inch (12.5-cm) diameter plate as a guide, cut out 8 circles of the dough and fit them into the tins or rings, trimming away any excess dough. Place the baking sheets in the refrigerator to chill the pastry.

Core and peel the apples, and cut into slices 1/4inch (6-mm) thick.

In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter. Add the apples and sprinkle with the sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar caramelizes slightly but the apples remain slightly crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Very carefully pour the Calvados or cognac over the apples, and let the alcohol cook off for a few seconds. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Preheat the oven to 350 F (175 C).

On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to roll out the puff pastry to a 1/8-inch (3-mm) thickness.

With a 4-inch (10-cm) cookie cutter, cut out 8 circles, gathering and rerolling the scraps if necessary.

With the tip of a small, sharp knife, score a design in the centers of the puff pastry circles, taking care not to cut all the way through. Refrigerate until needed.

Divide the cooled cooked apples among the tart shells. Divide the remaining butter among the centers of the tarts. Top with puff pastry circles, leaving the sides unsealed. Brush the top of each pie with a bit of egg wash before putting the pies in the oven.

Bake in the preheated oven until the pastry is golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and leave at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving.

With a spatula, transfer each pie to an individual serving plate. Remove the tins or rings, if necessary using the tip of a small, sharp knife to separate the pastry. Place a scoop of ice cream on the side.

Serve immediately.

SUGAR DOUGH Makes about 1 1/2 pounds (750 g) 2 1/3 cups (585 mL) cake flour or pastry flour 1/3 cup (85 mL) granulated sugar 1/2 pound (250 g) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces 2 large cage-free egg yolks 1 or 2 tablespoons heavy cream In a food processor fitted with the stainless-steel blade, combine the flour and sugar. Add the butter and process until the mixture resembles fine meal.

In a small bowl, whisk together the yolks and 1 tablespoon of the cream. Scrape into the machine and process until a ball begins to form, adding the additional cream if necessary to help the dough come together.

Remove the dough from the processor bowl, handling the blade carefully, and transfer to a lightly floured surface. With clean hands, press the dough down into a circle. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before use.

(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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