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By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – The fifth township park to have a complete overhaul is finished and is now open for the business of having fun.

Hank Waltonowski Park, AKA Birchwood Park, located on Ashwood Drive in the neighborhood behind the Warren H. Wolf Elementary School, was the most embarrassing park in terms of the way it looked, said Mayor John G. Ducey during a recent council meeting.

Ducey cut the ribbon during a ceremony held at the park on - Photos by Judy Smestad-Nunn the afternoon of Nov. 2. The Children played on the newly renovated park.

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DEP: Homes Will Come To Eagle Ridge Golf Course

By Chris Lundy TRENTON – Fewer homes will be built as a result of the Department of Environmental Protection intent to settle with the developer of the Eagle Ridge golf course property.

The DEP published an “intent to settle,” and is still taking comment from the public.

The new plan would allow 517 residential units and 517 basement apartments, for a total of 1,034 units. Of the above-ground units, there would be 43 single-family units and 237 duplex units included in that total. There would also be five community center buildings, a clubhouse with amenities, a 23,387 square foot retail building (Eagle - See Page 5)

Teacher Surprised With Award For Excellence

By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK – Films have the Oscar, science has the Nobel Prize, sports have the Olympics, and excellence in teaching has the Milken Educator Awards, where inspirational teachers are awarded $25,000 by the Milken Family Foundation.

Brick Memorial High School AP chemistry teacher Maria DeBruin said she was shocked when her name was called during a school assembly on Nov. 2 after Dr. Jane Foley, senior vice president of the Milken

Educator Award, called her name as one of the 45 national winners this year.

Candidates for the Milken Educator Award are sourced through a confidential selection process and reviewed by a state DOE (Department of Education) panel, Foley explained, so DeBruin thought the assembly was to hear a presentation by State Commissioner of Education Kimberly Harrington, who also attended.

DeBruin received a standing ovation from school

and state officials, and from many of the students who attended the ceremony that was held in the BMHS gym.

After performances by the Mustang Cheerleaders and Brick Memorial Dance Team, acting Superintendent Dennis Filippone made welcoming remarks and introduced Harrington, who said the school has “incredible school spirit.”

The State Commissioner of Education also (Teacher - See Page 7)

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New Head Coach, New Teammates, For OCC Women’s Basketball

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–Photo courtesy Kevin Byrne/Ocean County College Sydney Ulrich, from Brick, is the team’s lone returning player.

By Chris Christopher TOMS RIVER – At an age where most former coaches are content to watch highlights of their teams, Tom Westen continues to coach.

“I live basketball,” said Westen, 64, the firstyear head coach of the Ocean County College women’s team. “I like teaching it. I love coaching it. I am still young enough. Rollie Massimino was 71 and still coaching. Jim Calhoun is still coaching. The old guys like Calhoun are

still doing it. It was kind of a no-brainer when they (school officials) offered it to me.”

Turns out school officials did not have to look far to find a new coach.

Westen spent 2015-2017 serving as an OCC assistant coach under former Brick Memorial High School and Montclair State University player Kathryn Lamastra, now the second assistant coach at West Virginia Wesleyan.

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Continued From Page 1 The Vikings enjoyed success with Lamastra and Westen running the team.

In Lamastra’s second season as their head coach, the Vikings were 25-6 and placed seventh in the National Junior College Athletic Association Division III Tournament at Brookdale Community College in Middletown. They won the Region XIX Tournament to qualify for the event.

The team was 17-11 last season. Lamastra’s three-year overall record at OCC was 50-29.

Westen has been around the block more than once.

The former St. Joseph of Toms River (now Donovan Catholic) player has also served as the head women’s coach at Georgian Court College (now Georgian Court University), the head boys coach at Donovan, the head girls and boys coach at Wall and the head girls coach at Mater Dei Prep.

He took Georgian Court’s Lions to a 79-39 record and was a two-time conference and district Coach of the Year. He led Donovan’s Griffins to a 12-12 record. Wall’s Crimson Knights were 63-127 in boys play under Westen and their girls team was 87-62. Mater Dei was 10-14 with Westen at the helm.

Westen also coached St. Joseph’s junior varsity boys team and was the Griffins’ assistant athletic director and assistant boys coach. He retired as a health and physical education teacher at Wall.

“I get up in the morning, walk on the boardwalk and get ready for practice,” said Westen, a graduate of the University of Rio Grande in Ohio. “It is kind of cool.”

The Vikings figure to sorely miss the graduated Courtney Hagaman. The former Manasquan

player last year led NJCAA Divisions I, II and III (OCC competes in the latter group) in scoring, averaging 30.3 points per game. The Toms River resident was named a Division III third-team all-american. Hagaman, a guard, is a junior member of the Winthrop University team.

The lone returnee from last season’s team is 5-foot-6 sophomore point guard Sydney Ulrich, a former Brick Memorial player. She averaged 9.5 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game.

The ex-Mustang was a shooting guard and small forward last year.

“I am hoping she can up her scoring average from last season,” Westen said. “She is our captain. I have convinced her to put her hands on the ball. She won’t have to worry about her teammates passing her the ball. She is our best player so moving her to point guard was a no-brainer on my part. She is an outside threat.

“Courtney drove to the basket. I want Sydney to take the ball to the hole if she can. I want her to shoot and score first and pass second.”

OCC appears strong up front where Westen expects production from 6-foot-2 freshman center Jessica Toplawski, a Monsignor Donovan graduate, and 6-foot-2 freshman power forward Lyanla Donaldson, who played for Lakewood.

“We have two good inside players who I am kind of excited about,” Westen said. “They are very good options for Sydney. Jessica is very good around the basket. She has great hands and a nice, soft shooting touch. We need her to score inside.

Lyanla rebounds, throws the outlet pass and runs the floor. I am excited about her. She can be very, very good. They will give us more size than we have ever had before.”

Another ex-Lakewood player who hopes to make a positive impact on the team is 5-foot

freshman guard Ashely Vargas.

“She and Donaldson played together so that is a big plus,” Westen said. “They are used to each other. Vargas is our spark plug. She brings us a lot of energy and hustle. She is constantly on the go and constantly talking. She likes to play the game.”

Vargas’ sister, Carolay Vargas, a 5-foot freshman guard from Lakewood, is another high energy player.

“She is similar to her sister as she is always moving and always talking,” Westen said. “She could be our first guard off the bench.”

Natalie Wowkanyn, a 5-foot-10 sophomore out of Brick Memorial, gives the Vikings versatility.

“She can play either small forward or power forward,” Westen said. “She is trying to learn both positions. She is the glue we need. She is able to do a lot of different things. She knows we don’t need her as a scorer per se. She likes to play defense. She will help us on our three-quarter and half court presses. She is a very good athlete who will hold us all together.”

The team’s oldest player is freshman Melissa Lewis, 27, a 5-foot-8 forward who hails from Tennessee and resides in Jackson Township.

A former member of the United States Armed Forces, Lewis attended Middle Tennessee State.

“Much like Natalie, she is learning the small forward and power forward positions,” Westen said. “She has size and runs the floor well.”

Also hoping to make contributions are 5-foot-5 freshman guard Cassie Gravelle, a Wisconson native and a Toms River resident, and former Central player Victoria Britton, a 5-foot-4 freshman guard. Gravelle also plays softball for the Vikings.

“She is an athlete who runs the floor,” Westen said. “She is helping us out. We needed bodies

so we recruited her off the softball team. She is learning as she goes. You can tell she is an athlete.

“Victoria, who had never played basketball, made our team on her hustle. She is learning.

She is really enjoying herself. As she learns the system, she will play better.”

OCC will have a diversified style of play.

“We want to mix it up,” Westen said. “We want to press, be able to move the chess pieces and give our opponents something to think about. We want to constantly change our defenses and our players are picking up on that concept. We want to run a transition offense before we get into our set offense.

“The players have picked up the two offenses we have installed. If we hold teams in the 50s, we should have enough offense to beat people. I really believe our inside game will surprise people as we did not have that last year.”

Westen is optimistic of success for the Vikings.

“Our goal is just to be competitive,” he said. “I think we will be OK. We can finish maybe third or fourth in our conference (the Garden State Athletic Conference) and still have a pretty good year. We lost 30 points per game with Courtney graduating and people know it. They may look past us and say, ‘You have a bunch of freshmen.’

We might sneak up on people.”

The Vikings’ first-year assistant coach is former Southern Regional and Kutztown University player Avery Hodgson, who competes in practice.

“She is a great addition for me,” Westen said.

“We hit it off from day one. Because we have only nine players on the team, we do a lot of four-on-four and dummy stuff. Avery fills in and is still young enough to get up (Basketball - See Page 5)

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Continued From Page 1 and another 44,677 square-foot retail buildings.

As part of the deal, .343 acres of isolated freshwater wetlands would be filled in, and 41.07 acres of existing forest preservation areas will remain preserved. An additional 1.94 acres of forest will be placed on a conservation restriction as part of the deal.

Comments about this settlement, or requests for copies of the plan, should be sent to: Coastal Bureau Manager, Bureau of

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Continued From Page 1 ribbon-cutting was also attended by township officials and many of the preschool students from Warren H. Wolf Elementary School.

The improved 4.2-acre park has two separate playground areas (designed by Ben Shaffer Recreation, Inc.) for children aged 2-5 and 5-12; two basketball courts; a softball/baseball field; a gazebo and a walking trail.

The park was named after a township Department of Public Works employee who was killed in a work accident in 1996.

Hank Waltonowski’s family, including his son Mark, attended the ribbon-cutting.

“We’ve been coming to the park for years, it’s nice to see all the kids playing today.

Everything is so bright and clean,” he said.

“My dad was a firm believer in parks and letting kids have fun. He was always for the youth of Brick,” he said.

Family friend Ray Dempsey said the condition of the park had been “bad to say the least...it’s about time we redid it.”

The cost of renovating the park was $1,228,513, which was partly funded through a $3,273,595 grant that would also help to pay for improvements to Bernie Cook Park and Bayside Park, said Township Grant Writer Tara Paxton.

Birchwood Park resident Amanda Bru-

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Continued From Page 2 and down the court. I coached against her team when I was at Wall. We had only six girls on the team last season.”

Westen hopes to attract all-around athletes to future teams.

“We want to have multi-sport athletes and for years OCC has done that,” he said. “We will take anyone if they are interested and want to keep playing basketball. Height is important, but it does not have to be.

“OCC is a well-kept secret. All OCC needs is dorms and it is a major college. I will stay in Ocean County for recruiting. Students can go here and work on their skills.”

Westen said former OCC players April Szymczyk (Jackson Liberty) and Lauren Lamastra (coach Lamastra’s sister and a Brick Memorial graduate) are on the rosters of Rowan University and Stockton University, respectively.

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The initial plan was for 936 senior housing residences and 936 basement apartments.

The DEP listed a number of problems the application had. Some of them involved the amount of utilities that the development would require. Some involved the amount of open space it would use up and the impact

on specific species. The traffic impact study was also singled out by the DEP as not being accurate.

The applicant, GDMS Holdings, LLC, had appealed the denial, which resulted in this settlement.

Environmentalists see this as a loss.

“The NJDEP has sold out Lakewood, Barnegat Bay, and the environment to the developers once again,” said Jeff Tittel, Director of the New Jersey Sierra Club. “This project would have tremendous environmental impacts on water quality and traffic patterns.

The same issues that originally caused the DEP to reject these permits still persist at this site. They will be building a massive high-intensity sprawling development on top of environmentally-sensitive land. This project would be an environmental disaster because the residents would experience flooding and pollution run-off into the Barnegat Bay.” Tittel, in a press release, went on to describe a list of violations in the application, including: traffic, too much impervious coverage, impact on species, stormwater management, and other environmental regulations.

mett’s daughter, Addison, 4, couldn’t wait to play on the swings after the ceremony.

“It’s an amazing transformation. The park was so bad and so rundown that the equipment was dangerous,” Brumett said.

“When my son (Cole, 6) plays baseball, Addison and I just walk the field because there was nothing else to do. The equipment was all boarded together,” she said.

During his comments, Ducey said that one of his favorite things about being mayor is to be able to make a positive impact on

the community by improving parks and public areas.

“These improved parks make such a difference in their neighborhoods,” he said.

“When you can take a park that has been ignored for decades and create a safe, modern and beautiful park and playground, it changes the entire neighborhood. You can see it on the faces of the people enjoying the new parks.”

The renovated park was designed by CME Associates and built by Precise Construc-

tion of Freehold, who completed it on time, Ducey said.

The next park to be renovated is the Bernard J. Cooke Park in the Parkway Pines residential area, followed by Bayside Park on the barrier island and Cedar Bridge Manor Park.

Recently completed parks include the playground at Windward Beach Park, Herbertsville (formerly Colorado) Park, Lake Riviera Park and Angela Hibbard Park in Shore Acres.

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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY E DITORIAL How To Turn An Election Loss Into A Win If the candidate you backed has lost, or if you were the candidate who lost, you can’t let that stop you from making your community better.

Take something that you care about and volunteer.

Do you want to improve the environment or open space? There are plenty of local groups with those same goals. Do you want more recreation in your town? Volunteer to help out for a team or club.

Do you want to decrease taxes? Of course you do.

Get a copy of your town’s budget, educate yourself, and make suggestions for change (They might fall on deaf ears, but at least you will have tried).

Every town is in need of volunteers. Sometimes, all you have to do is ask who needs help. There are always boards and commit-

tees that need dedicated people. Often, they are so low profile, that the usual politically-involved people don’t want to be on them. So, there might be an opening. Religious groups and nonprofits are always eager to find people with the right motivation to help.

Now that the election results are in, the winning candidates are setting their goals for the upcoming years.

The losing candidates are not.

Why is that?

If you believed strongly enough in something to run for office, why not continue to do good in your community? There are other ways – and often better ways - to affect change than politics.

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Letters To The Editor New Jersey Carries Other States President Trump administration officials and members of Congress are implying that high tax states are getting an unfair advantage because taxpayers in those states are able to deduct their high property taxes and state income taxes from their federal tax returns.

The irony is that those states get the least return of federal funds of tax dollars sent to Washington, D.C. According to the most recent studies, one year the variation ranged from 61 cents to 2.02 dollars and another year the variation ranged from 50 cents to 3.33 dollars returned to the states.

New Jersey was listed as the lowest at 61 cents and 48th out of 50 in the other year.

To put it in prospective, to make New Jersey even, the federal government would have to send New Jersey an additional $15 billion or more. New Jersey’s budget for 2018 is $36 billion. If the federal government sent an additional $15 billion, the state could eliminate the state income tax or eliminate the sales tax and cut the income tax by 33 percent.

According to the studies, approximately 17 states subsidize the other 33 states.

The reason New Jersey is the highest taxed state is not necessarily because the state and local governments are doing anything wrong, it is because New Jersey is carrying the heaviest burden of federal expenditures. A segment of Texas residents has been talking about secession and their state is for all intents, even. Ironically there

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Just Say No To Xenu’s Fraud Many New Jerseyans are in need of a treatment program, to help break free from the grasp of addiction to drugs like heroin/opiates or a drinking problem. Families have often sent loved ones to multiple programs in the hopes of sobriety. But let’s not make a bad situation worse, and lose your money to a scam.

In an internet search for drug treatment programs, a group called “Narconon” will likely be a result. At times the group will operate treatment referral pages that mask their true operator. On their websites, they falsely claim 75 percent success rates. These rates are bogus.

Narconon is operated by the Church of Scientology, and bases their programs on brainwashing persons into the ideas of L. Ron Hubbard, and have attracted allegations of fraud, in addition to negligence when deaths have occurred in their sci-fi quack programs.

Narconon is not a medical program. Its staff has no bona fide medical qualifications. Sales staff are trained to manipulate the dynamics of a family in crisis, and are paid thousands of dollars per patient enrolled. Despite a similar name, Narconon has no links to Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous whatsoever.

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on the lookout for Narconon and other Scientology front groups, seeking to recruit new members and sources of income for what the German government has deemed a corporate cult with fascist objectives. We should listen to the warnings of actress Leah Remini and if Scientology comes knocking, “Just Say No” and ask “How’s Xenu?”

Want to learn more about the cult’s space alien beliefs without paying or heaven forbid, joining? Check out WikiLeaks.org and you can do so. The “Church” of Scientology denies the existence of Space Lord Xenu in their beliefs at times, yet has claimed copyright ownership over such materials. The documents on WikiLeaks would cost a total of at least $250,000 to $350,000 to buy through a Scientology program. Also watch out for their “Free Personality Test” tables in public places.

I urge the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office and county prosecutors to open criminal investigations into Narconon, for fraud and unlicensed practice of medicine.

Rev. Dr. Eric Hafner Toms River

NFL Players Should Stand For Something Greater A current phase of “Black Power” assertion is being played out on football fields throughout the nation. Players denigrating our flag by kneeling or sitting when our National Anthem is played. This has now transgressed to seven and eight year old children who play Pee Wee football taking a knee during playing of the National Anthem.

The NFL players who are aiming to call attention to their plight of suffering under the yoke of police brutality should stop, and recall the actions of a frail lady, Rosa Parks, who by sitting on a bus, without the glare of cameras, PR agents, reporters or thousands of people viewing her courageous action, stood taller by sitting, than these behemoth football players who kneel, but do nothing to aid communities

assistance or presence. Her actions created more change than the combined actions of all the NFL teams and their allied spokespersons.

At present there are reports the football commissioner may present an edict that players must stand for the Anthem or remain off field during its playing. On the battle field our soldiers, sailors or Marines do not have that option, they are on the field, “the battle” field, facing an enemy whose only desire is to kill them. When they are on their knees, it is to pray that they are not maimed or killed, but this does not deter them from fulfilling their military duties. After battle they are not able to return their sumptuous homes, kiss their wives or hug their children as football players do. Military men give thanks, on their knees; they are praying to see another day.

Those who were never on foreign soil to watch old glory go up the flag pole at morning colors, or stood at attention during evening retreat when colors were lowered, or when the band sounded off and played the “Star Spangled Banner,” and your spine tingled with pride.

We as Americans do not march in lock step to any one thought or ideology, we are free to speak our minds, free to join any church or any political group, but with that freedom comes a responsibility. As Supreme Court Justice Frankfurter wrote, “free speech does not give you the right to shout “fire” in a crowded assembly.” I believe many activists - liberal, Democrat, conservative or Republican, black or white have come close to breaching that decree. Whatever fault you may find in our society, rather than shouting fire, look for the water hose, put out the fire, then work to correct what inequity you may find.

The motto used by the Knights of Columbus is “It is better to light one candle, then to curse the darkness.” In our own way, let us light that one candle, that will perhaps bring light to our divided country and world.

Charles L. Frattini, Sr. Councilman, Manchester Township

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Teacher:

Continued From Page 1 recognized the award-winning marching band at the high school, the Key Club, which has won two international honors, and the newly-formed STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Academy.

Harrington then introduced Dr. Foley who she described as “a supporter of education since 1985.”

Foley told the audience she’d heard about Brick Memorial High School and the staff, and that it has some of the best students in New Jersey.

“I came here from Santa Monica, California, to give the message about the critical role teachers play in our society. The quality of educators you encounter is one of the most important elements in your life,” she said.

Thirty years ago, the Milken Educator Award was established to say in a very public way that greatness in education should be recognized, Foley said.

“One teacher during their career can influence thousands, so we ask you to think about becoming a teacher. We have many great educators in this country and one of the best is here in your school,” she said.

Teachers can’t apply for the award, and they don’t even know they are under consideration, Foley said. “We find you, we find the best of the best.”

DeBruin was seated with her students in

the upper bleachers when Foley called out her name. After receiving her award, DeBruin said she would not be there without her students.

“I have been growing my AP program. Hard work is my ethic,” she said in her acceptance comments to the crowd.

“I don’t care if you become a chemist, I just want you to work hard,” she said. “This is amazing, thank you very, very much.”

Each year, DeBruin’s students present a hands-on science demonstration during a Science Night Out at stations in the cafeteria, which she conceived as a way to engage her AP chemistry students before the annual AP exam.

DeBruin won the award because she pushes her students to develop independent research skills and a strong work ethic, and she uses a variety of effective instructional strategies to keep students engaged and on their toes, according to a Milken Educator Award the a press release, which listed all of her teaching accomplishments.

Perhaps most remarkably, since DeBruin took over the school’s AP chemistry program in 2013, 87 percent have passed the AP exam with a score of 3 or higher.

The $25,000 unrestricted award means the recipient can use the money any way they choose. The Milken Educator Award targets early- to mid-career education professionals for their achievements and for the promise of what they will accomplish in the future, Foley said.

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Brick Township Historical Society Events BRICK – The Brick Township Historical Society will hold its next general membership meeting Nov. 14, with a program on the Doughboys of World War II. The society will host Jeff Brown, a history teacher at Southern Regional at the Herbertsville Firehouse at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 14. Brown will talk about the “Doughboys” and how they received that name. He will present little known historical facts about these fine soldiers and Marines who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during 1917 to 1918. The program is free and open to the public.

The Society will sponsor its annual holiday event called “Christmas in Brick – Post Civil War” on Dec. 8 and 9 from 3 to

7 p.m. at its Havens Homestead Museum, 521 Herbertsville Road. Special decorations will add a festive atmosphere. There will be entertainment and refreshments.

Santa Claus will be present for picture taking. Tickets are $5 each for adults, and children under 12 and first responders are free. Tickets can be purchased upon arrival.

The Lizzie Herbert Gift Shop will be open with holiday specials. The other three buildings will be open for viewing.

Parking is in a lot 150 feet east of the museum. The sign by the driveway to the lot says “Robert Anstett Cultural Arts Center.”

For tours, call 732-785-2500.

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Pets Photos With Santa

BRICK – The Jersey Animal Center will have photos with Santa from noon to 3 p.m. on Dec. 9 and 10. The center is located at 185 Brick Blvd.

For more information, call 732-920-1600.

Santa Parade

LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Township Santa Parade will be held on Dec. 9 in Town Square at 1 p.m.

For more information, contact Lakewood Recreation Department at 732-905-3405.

Contact our legislative office if you need assistance with State related matters, have questions about proposed State legislation or any other inquiries you would like to discuss with us.

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TREATING CHRONIC DRY EYE

“Dry eye” occurs when eyes don’t produce enough tears or do not make the right kind of tears. When treating this problem, it’s important to know that tears are composed of three layers. The “oily” layer on the outside of the tear film makes the tear surface smooth and keeps tears from drying up too quickly. The middle “watery” layer cleans the eye, while the “mucous” layer on the inside of the tear film helps spread the watery layer over the eye’s surface. Because over-the-counter “artificial” tears come in different formulations of oil, water, and mucus, they might not work in all cases. If so, prescription eye drops work by helping the eyes make more of their own tears.

Nearly five million Americans age 50 and older have clinically significant dry eye syndrome, and dry eyes affect nearly twice as many women as men. Surprisingly, watery eyes also can be a symptom of dry eye syndrome. This is because dryness on the eye’s surface sometimes will over-stimulate production of the watery component of your tears as a protective mechanism. To schedule an appointment, please call SUSSKIND & ALMALLAH EYE ASSOCIATES, P.A., at 732-349-5622.

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Unity In Lakewood Contest Announced

LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Board of Education has announced its “Unity in Lakewood” ar t contest, which is open to all Lakewood students in grades 6 through 12.

The Art Contest is being sponsored

by Michael I. Inzelbuch, Esquire and Scoop Outdoor.

Students will be tasked with drawing a logo representing how people of all cultures, races, and religions can live together in unity.

Students will be placed in one of two categories: Middle School (Grades 6 through 8) or High School (Grades 9 through 12).

First Place in each category will receive $100 and their logo will be displayed on the Scoop Outdoor’s digital billboard, which is located on Cedar Bridge and Hurley avenues. Second Place in each category will receive $50.

Judges are Sen. Bob Singer, Mayor Ray Coles, Boa rd President Moshe Bender, Superintendent Laura A. Winters, Super visor of Fine Ar ts Kevin Walters, Alejandra Morales, La Voz Latina, NAACP President Fred Rush, and Rabbi Aaron Kotler, BMG. Students with the winning logos will be honored at the Dec. 12 Board of Education meeting.

JCP&L Warns Customers Of Scam

By Jennifer Peacock NEW JERSEY – Jersey Central Power & Light is warning its customers of yet another scam making its way through communities.

Customers may receive phone calls from someone posing as an electric company employee, threatening to shut off power unless an immediate payment is made using a prepaid debit card such as a Green Dot card.

JCP&L wants it customers to know that while it may call to remind customers that a payment is past due, an explanation of how payments may be made will be offered. No JCP&L representative will demand payment using a prepaid debit card.

Customers who receive such calls should contact JCP&L at 800-662-3115.

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Affordable Care Act Enrollment Session

BRICK – The Family Resource Network will be in the Brick branch of the Ocean County Library on Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to assist residents with information and completing health insurance applications for The Affordable Care Act Marketplace.

Call 609-392-4900, ext. 403 to arrange an appointment. Drop-ins will be assisted as time allows.

Guests should bring the following documents with

them to the appointment: home/mailing address, birthdates for everyone applying, employer and income information (tax information, W-2s, paystubs) including employer phone number, a best estimate of 2017 income, social security numbers or proof of lawful residency, and policy information of any current health coverage.

The library is located at 301 Chambers Bridge Road.

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The Curious Savage is the story of an elderly widow whose husband has left her $10 million. She intends to give the entire fortune away to people who wish to pursue their “foolish dreams,” but her stepchildren strongly object. To prevent her from doing away with their family’s wealth and ruining their legacy, they have her committed to a sanatorium called The Cloisters, and it is among the gentle residents there that she finds her true family.

Directed by Cheryl Best, the cast of students

includes Lauren Boyle as Ethel Savage, her step children, Zack Shiess (Titus), Carli Kreminski (Lilly Bell), and James Baracia (Samuel). The residents are Christan Brando (Jeff), Zack Bliss (Hannibal), Samantha Paradise (Florence), Brynn Umbra (Fairy) and Rachel D’Elia (Mrs. Paddy). The cast rounds out with Carly Sullivan (Miss Willie), George Morano (Dr. Emmett) , Sam Graziano, John MacIntosh, Lauren Dyke, Brianna Kruzinski, Camren Pellot, Katie Zigo and Lauren Dyke as nurses and doctors.

General admission tickets are available at the door.

Students are $8 and adults are $10. Ticket reservations can be made through Best at bthsdramaclub@ brickschools.org.

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Calling All Johnny Cash Fans HOWELL – Performer Terry Lee Goffee brings Johnny Cash back to life on stage. He looks like Johnny. He sounds like Johnny. He moves like Johnny. Nobody does Johnny Cash like Terry Lee. The popular “Johnny Cash Tribute” is sponsored by the Ramtown First Aid Squad on Nov. 16 at the Howell Twp. Middle School South.

Among the 34 songs included in the tribute are such Cash classics as: “A Boy Named Sue”, “Sunday Morning Coming Down”, “I Walk the Line”, “Ring Of Fire”, “Folsom Prison Blues”. Terry Lee’s tribute act was performed in Nashville with Cash’s brother and sister attending. Tommy Cash stated, “My brother would be proud.” Joanne Cash Yates commented, “It’s a wonderful show, I would recommend it to anyone; you don’t impersonate my brother, you pay tribute to him with honor.”

Stated Goffee: “I wanted to make my show a

little different and unique by portraying Johnny Cash in the first person, rather than just standing there singing the songs”. “Like an actor in a play, I literally become my character Johnny Cash, from the moment I walk onstage until the end of the show.”

Terry Lee’s Tribute to Johnny Cash has taken him all across the U S, Canada, Ireland and the UK. In 2009 he was selected to provide the moves for the Johnny Cash character in Guitar Hero 5.

Proceeds from ticket sales will be used to help defray the costs of the Squads operating expenses including supplies, equipment, ambulance maintenance, and member training. Tickets are $17 general admission and are available at Eventbrite. com and at the door. Ages 12 and under admitted free. Show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Buy In Brick Adds New Business

BRICK – The Buy in Brick Program has added Furry Friends Mobile Vet, LLC Dr. David Weiss, DVM as a participating business. They offer veterinarian services at their storefront at 508 Brick Blvd., as well as at home. Furry Friends Mobile Vet is offering a 7.5 percent rebate to card holders.

Not a #BuyInBrick cardholder yet?

The property tax rewards program gives customers the opportunity to earn credit towards their property tax bill by shopping and dining locally. To receive a card, customers should send their name and mailing address to dsirota@twp.brick.nj.us or call 732-262-4007 for more information.

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Prosecutor Wants Life Term For Armed Robber

register, Guerino ripped the cash drawer from the register. He fled with $234.96 and the cash register drawer.

After investigating, the Toms River Police executed a search of 48 Gower Court, where Guerino lived. Police found the clothing worn

by Guerino the night of the robbery. He was identified by the cashier as well.

The jury of nine women and three men only took three hours to indict Guerino on all five counts.

Ocean County Senior Assistant Prosecutor Michael Abatemarco prosecuted this case.

Toms River Police Detectives Steven Bucci, Patrick Jacques and Louis Santora all testified at the trial. Toms River Police officers Matthew Broderick and Anthony Claps, along with Ocean County Sheriff’s Officer Ralph Laudicina, also testified.

By Jennifer Peacock

TOMS RIVER – An armed robbery defendant was found guilty on numerous charges in late October.

Toms River resident Michael Allan Guerino, 53, was found guilty of first degree armed robbery, third degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, third degree aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, fourth degree unlawful possession of a weapon, and fourth degree theft on Oct. 25 before Superior Court judge Therese A. Cunningham, J.S.C. Sentencing is scheduled for Dec. 15. Guerino, who has more than 30 prior convictions, may face a life term, which the State is seeking.

On Jan. 29, 2016, Guerino entered the Dollar Tree on Hooper Avenue at about 9:40 p.m, clothed in a hooded sweatshirt and gloves.

The prosecutor’s office said he approached the 24-year-old female cashier, pretending that he would purchase a candy bar, but instead walked behind the counter and drew a knife, pressing it into the cashier’s back.

Guerino demanded she open the register and “threatened to “stick” her if she tried to call for help. When the cashier was unable to open the

Celebrate 20 Years Of Brick Rec Basketball

BRICK – The Harlem Rockets Comedy Basketball will play against Brick’s Dream Team to celebrate 20 years of Brick Recreation basketball at 7 p.m.

Dec. 2 at Brick Memorial High School, 2001 Lanes Mills Road.

Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at Brick Recreation, 270 Chambers Bridge Road.

For more information, call 732-2621095.

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Admission is FREE / Door Prizes Galore Many unique vendors and crafters will be ready to fill your Christmas stockings with great gifts! Hope to see you there!

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when fluid gathers in the middle ear. If too much fluid or air builds up too quickly with no drain available, the pressure can cause a rupture. This can result in significant hearing damage, but fortunately, with a bit of vigilance, you can protect your hearing throughout the year. If you experience any of the following symptoms during allergy season, contact us immediately.

1. A sudden change in your hearing abilities 2. Voices sounding muffled or muddied 3. Feeling like you need to “pop” your ears, or that your ears are “full” 4. Dizziness or vertigo 5. Nagging pain within the ear, especially if it is prolonged or seems to be getting worse with time 6. Fluid discharge from the ear While medications are available to reduce the risk of infection and alleviate congestion, and surgical intervention can be prescribed for severe cases, the key to protecting your hearing is detecting potential problems as early as possible.

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By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. I bet you feel like you used to be smarter and quick at making decisions. I hear you and at 52, I feel like my brain is still fairly sharp but not like it was at 30. Let me ask you some personal questions: Do you forget things easily?

Do you get derailed from a task easily or distracted by sounds and noises?

What about your IQ? When my now 24-year-old son was just 9, a doctor thought he had ADHD, and I came this close to putting him on a stimulant. Even though I declined the medicine, I used natural fish oils high in DHA. He turned out to be naturally brilliant without any of those prescribed stimulants.

I’m not trying to alarm you about medications, but you should be informed so you can choose the best option for your loved ones. DHA fish oils are known to support a healthy brain and attention span in all people, young and old.

Studies have involved children and teenagers who had low levels of DHA and they, not surprisingly, had poor reading scores as well as behavioral problems. Could these children benefit from omega 3 supplementation? Low DHA in children aged 7 through 9 were associated with reading and comprehension that was below average, as well as behavioral issues. Why aren’t physicians considering DHA supplementation as a first-line treatment? Probably because the pharmaceutical sales people aren’t hyping those up.

Some studies point to DHA supplementation as a method of increasing overall intelligence as you get older.

Can you imagine?! They based this finding on kids between the ages of 3 and 5 years old who had received omega 3 fat supplements as infants. Those kids outscored children who were in the placebo group who did not get the omega fats. By “outscored” I mean they had better results across the board on bot vocabulary and intelligence tests.

Omega-3 fatty acids seem to boost and balance your brain function. Basically, I’m saying we’re all fatheads and need good fats for our brain which consists of lipophilic cells.

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My wife and I have their futures and our own to plan. It’s such a waste to buy two of everything, when that money could be invested in our futures or even spent on a fun family outing. Is this just a phase?

Btw, you only need to answer once, my wife and I will share.

Double Trouble, Toms River Dear Trouble, Sounds like you and your wife a practical, fun-loving, generous parents and I’m sure the examples you’re setting will have a very positive impact on your boys.

Many children, especially ones so close in age, go through a phase like this. Often, they are each trying to prove that you

like them each equally. They may also be demonstrating their early character development. Watch how they behave. Is one responsible with his toys while the other breaks or loses them? Is one a bully at playtime? Does one think everything they have or do is better? I would incorporate activities like art where they each create a unique item.

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Choristers To Perform

LAKEWOOD – The Leisure Village East Choristers present their annual concert, “Great Composers of the 20th Century,” on Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. at Barton Hall, 1 Dumbarton Drive.

The Choristers are under the direction of Steve Berger.

Tickets are $6 at the door.

For more information, call Elaine Carty at 267-252-9361.

Coat Drive LAKEWOOD – The Lakewood Police Department P.B.A. Local No. 71 will be hosting its eighth annual winter coat drive. They have already begun collecting new and gently worn winter coats and jackets for homeless and less fortunate residents.

Back to assist this year is a group from Preferred Behavioral, as well as the P.A.L.S. Program of Lakewood High School.

Items can be dropped off at the Lakewood Po-

lice Dept. Watch Commander’s Office window.

These coats will be given out during the P.B.A.’s Open-Air Soup Kitchen that will be held at Town Square. The Square is located next to the Police Department at 3rd Street and Clifton Avenue.

The event will be held from noon to 3 p.m. on Dec. 8.

For more information, call the PBA at 732-3640071 and leave a message for Local President Mark Zrebiec or State Delegate Sean Ward.

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In the past you may have made an appointment with your attorney to prepare a Last Will and Testament and Living Will, however, you may not realize the importance and convenience of a Power of Attorney. A Power of Attorney can be crucial during a time of disability.

Additionally, a Power of Attorney can be useful if you are on vacation and unable to perform simple everyday decisions.

A Power of Attorney can be useful for people of all ages.

A Power of Attorney enables you to identify a trusted family member or close friend as Attorney-in-Fact. The power of the Attorney-in-Fact is determined by the type of Power of Attorney that you execute.

A Durable Power of Attorney grants another person the ability to act on your behalf, regardless of illness. The scope of the Durable Power of Attorney can be very broad encompassing all financial, banking and personal decisions. For example, this Power of Attorney allows the Attorney-in-Fact to pay bills, borrow money, complete tax, medical and other forms for you. In addition, you may name an Alternate Attorney-in-Fact, if your first choice is unable or unavailable to act on your behalf.

In contrast, a Limited Power of Attorney is very narrow in scope. This would limit the Attorney-in-Fact’s authority to act on your behalf only if you become disabled.

While this document is executed prior to the onset of a disability, it can only be used if and when, but not before you

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You may need a Power of Attorney if you are out-of-state or country on vacation, and require someone to act on your behalf. For instance, you may appoint a family member, close friend or your attorney as Attorney-in-Fact to complete a real estate closing. In this case the Power of Attorney would specifically outline the purpose, time period and extent of the Attorney-in-Fact’s authority. This power would be only for the purpose of closing or selling and expire after the closing is complete. In addition, the specific property would be identified in the Power of Attorney, therefore, limiting the closing power to only the specific property.

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Home To Share - To share in Holiday City Silverton. $600 monthly.

Private room. Security required and references. 732-255-3830.

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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! Weekend commitment positions on all 3-11/11-7. Weekend program requires a commitment of 4 weekend shifts per month.

Special weekend rates available for weekend commitment positions.

Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (49)

House In Lipns Head North - 55+.

2 BR, 2 BA. Month to month. $1,000 until bank forecloses, one month deposit. 732-920-9409.

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Auto For Sale Sale 2002 Towncar - Cartier finish. $186,000 miles. In perfect condition. Asking $2,500. Will negotiate. 732-350-1505 (49) 2012 Ford E-150 Cargo Van - Excellent condition. 98,500 miles. $12,200.

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PT/Flex Real Estate Legal Secretary - Must have 5+ years experience.

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14’ Pace Craft Fiberglass Boat & Yacht Club Trailer - Two Minn Kota electric trolling motors, two fish finders, four pole holders, two cushions, one battery, life vests. $1750 or B/O. 732-849-5028. (t/n)

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)

Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius.

732-364-7580. (t/n) COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot.

5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) 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) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-abrac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) U s e d G u n s Wa n t e d - A l l types: collectibles, military, etc.

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

Help Wanted The Goddard School on Route 70 in Toms River - Is hiring for multiple full time and part time positions! We provide a warm, loving environment for children ages from 6 weeks to 6 years. We are looking for fun, energetic teachers. Must be available Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:30am-6pm.

Looking to hire immediately. Salary based on experience. Benefits include Paid time off, 401K, and paid lunch on Fridays. To learn more about our available positions or to set up an interview call 732-363-5530 or email your resume to dtomsriver2nj2@goddardschools.com.

Personal Assistant/Driver Howell/Hamilton, NJ - Personal Assistant/Driver wanted for disabled professional from Monday through Friday from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (must be flexible with hours). The ideal candidate must be able to lift 100 lbs. and have reliable transportation. A good driving record is a must. Experience preferred. Salary set by the state of NJ. For more information, call 848-245-0962. (47) Part Time Food Service - We have an immediate need for Part Time Waitstaff/Servers AM and PM shifts available, Dietary Aides, PT Dishwashers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay. Under the direction of great Food Service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and Senior Leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $9.00/hr.

Apply in Person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org (49) Work At Home - Calling property managers. Need computer and laptop.

9:30 am to 12 or 1 - 4 pm. Salary and bonus. Call 908-489-3412.

(46) Sales/Marketing - Part time Jackson office. Hours 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 1-800-361-9881.

(46) Auto Firm - Seeks part time office help. Computer skills a must, quickbooks and phone skills a plus. Call 609-242-9700.

(46) Counter Help Wanted - Part time hours. Manchester Dry Cleaners.

Call Dave 732-657-4421.

(47) 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. (51) 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.

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

Call Bob 732-616-5007. (t/n) 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. (50) Griffin Landscaping - Trees and bushes trimmed or removed. Stone, brick, pavers, mulch and retaining walls. Painting (indoors and out). Powerwashing. 609-661-2008.

(46) Home Health Care Company Now Hiring RN’s, LPN’s and CHHA in Ocean & Monmouth Counties! Flexible scheduling.

Work in your community. Weekly pay. Career advancement. Comprehensive benefits. Call 732505-8000 today. . (t/n) We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Lic #13VH05930800.

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(49) 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.

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

(47) 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.

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Commercial carpet $1.45 sq.ft. Installed. Quality plush, Berber. RITZ, luxury vinyl $2.65 square. ft. Installed. Restretching, repairs. Owner installed. Doug 503-504-9286. (46)

Services Don Carnevale Painting - Specializing interiors. Very neat.

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

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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)

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)

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

Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227.

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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.

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The Orchards At Bartley Opens Greenhouse For Residents

By Sara Grillo

JACKSON – During National Assisted Living Week, The Orchards at Bartley Healthcare unveiled its new greenhouse, which is already growing a scrumptious variety of plants and offers a tranquil sitting area for residents.

The effort was a true community project, with residents taking turns watering and growing the plants. They will soon enjoy the fruits of their

labor through farm to table meals when the fresh herbs and fruits from the trees are ripe for picking.

The greenhouse boasts a lemon and palm tree, ferns, multiple herbs, ivy, cacti and angle plants.

There is even a fairy garden made from a bird cage that was made by residents.

“It has been a treat to watch this room transform into a greenhouse, and to see all of the teamwork and cooperation of everyone watering, and taking

care of our plants. There is such a wide variety of plants in the greenhouse, and we truly could not be happier about this addition to The Orchards,” said resident Loretta Carey.

For over 31 years, Bartley Healthcare has provided quality individual focused memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living services for residents on its 25-acre campus in Jackson. Founded in 1985, Bart-

ley Healthcare has long been recognized as an award winning, quality leader with the experience in memory care, skilled nursing, post-acute care, and assisted living. Bartley Healthcare is Joint Commission accredited, with special certification for their Memory Care and Post-Acute Programs.

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Crafters Wanted

BRICK – The Brick Marching Dragon Caravan Winter Juried Craft Show is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 9 at the high school, located at 346 Chambers Bridge Road.

The cost is $50 for a 15’ by 3’ space.

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There will also be Santa photos, a bake table and concessions.

Contact Susan Fimiani at 848-333-4026 or bthsmarchingdragonscraftfair@gmail.com for more information.

Free Wellness Screenings BRICK – The Church of the Epiphany, located at 615 Thiele Road, will host free wellness screenings from Hackensack Meridian Health on Nov. 16 between 10 a.m. to noon.

No fasting is required.

The screenings will include blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, stroke risk assessment, body mass index, and pulse.

To sign up, call 800-560-9990.

For more information, visit HackensackMeridianHealth.org.

Second Annual Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair BRICK – The Brick Elks will hold its second annual holiday craft and vendor fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 26 at 2491 Hooper Ave. The day will be fun-filled with prizes and shopping. More than 50 unique vendors and

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Proceeds will benefit the Jersey Shore Animal Center.

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The event is designed to bring together fans of science fiction, comic books, gaming, animation, fantasy and horror.

It kicks off with a program for Star Wars fans. Doors open for “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, A Staged Radio Parody & Themed Party” at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at Mancini Hall in the Toms River branch, 101 Washington St. Raconteur Radio will present its program at 7 p.m. featuring cast members playing popular Star Wars characters, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo and the villainous Darth Vader. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Toms River Library. The production includes theatrical lighting, fog effects, costumes and Golden Age radio equipment. Members of the Star Wars costuming group the 501st Legion will be present for photo opportunities starting at 6 p.m. in the lobby.

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Members of the Star Trek fan club Starfleet-USS Challenger, NYC Ghostbusters, and the 501st Legion will also be on hand for photo opportunities, panels, and Slime Time Live.

There will be escape rooms inspired by “Harry Potter” and “Doctor Who,” a “Stranger Things” scavenger hunt and panel discussions on fan fiction, anime, “Game of Thrones” and LGBTQ heroes.

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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast

For the week of november 11 - november 17

By Jeraldine Saunders

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Someone might appreciate your romantic side in the week ahead. A romantic partner may command your attention and spark your creativity. A friend or social group, however, could distract you from duties.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Good intentions and helpfulness might not be enough, as accuracy and precision are needed to keep all the wheels turning smoothly. Initiate important financial and business projects in the second half of the week.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Work out details that are sticky by being analytical rather than picky. In the week ahead you might find that someone close vacillates between being generous and economical. You should learn to roll with the punches.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You never appreciate the highs until you get low. It is possible that you see only what you want to see and become disillusioned in the week ahead. Use that energy constructively to put misconceptions to rest.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A brief period of misunderstanding could put you at odds with someone important in the week to come. Romantic yearnings could cause you to ignore wisdom and act against your better judgment, so be discreet.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You understand the value of being practical as well as imaginative.

Whatever challenges you encounter in the week ahead can be put into better perspective by getting more information and being more understanding.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Group events and activities might have a pointed agenda. In the week ahead it might be in your best interest to find ways to have a good time with friends. You can plan a shopping spree or a night out with buddies.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You may receive pleasant reminders that you are loved and valued as this week unfolds. Focus on making a partnership stronger and enjoy supportive relationships. Your smallest efforts may add up to large achievements.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): All things come to those who wait. This week you can adjust your viewpoint if you focus on being patient. Rather than rehashing the past you can dream about ways you can achieve a better future.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Whatever you can imagine can become reality. You may be inspired to do something important in the week ahead. You can count on having the stamina to follow through on a project close to your heart.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Frivolous fantasies could develop in the week ahead.

You may have your heart riveted on the wrong person or thing. Your more serious friends could keep you on the right path and misplaced enthusiasms in check.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You are able to form a sharp image of a fuzzy concept. Since you have the ability to put your ideas into action your week ahead can be highly productive. Use your creativity and imagination in constructive ways.

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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Get A Jump On Thanksgiving And Put This Classic Pie Recipe On Your Menu Now

By Wolfgang Puck PECAN PIE Makes one 9-inch (22.5-cm) pie, serves 8 1 pound (500 g) sugar dough (recipe follows) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, plus extra for coating the tart pan 1 vanilla bean, cut in half lengthwise 1 1/3 cups (335 mL) light corn syrup 2/3 cup (185 mL) packed light brown sugar 1 large egg 3 large egg yolks 1 tablespoon Frangelico or brandy 1/4 pound (125 g) chopped pecans 3/4 pound (375 g) pecan halves Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving Position the rack in the center of the oven. Preheat to 375 F (190 C).

Meanwhile, lightly but evenly rub the inside of a 9-inch (22.5-cm) tart pan with removable bottom with some butter, or coat with nonstick spray.

On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the sugar dough into a circle 11 inches (27.5-cm) in diameter. Loosely roll it up on the rolling pin, then unroll over the tart pan, pressing the dough into the pan. With the tip of a knife, carefully trim the edges. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

For the filling, put 3 tablespoons butter in a small skillet. With the back edge of a knife, carefully scrape the seeds from each vanilla bean half; add the pod halves and scrapings to the skillet. Cook over medium heat until the butter turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 5 minutes, taking care not to let the butter burn.

Scrape the melted butter into a medium mixing bowl; remove and discard the vanilla pod. Add the corn syrup, sugar, whole egg and yolks, and liqueur. Whisk until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until needed.

To assemble the pie, place the prepared shell on a baking tray. Spread the chopped pecans over the bottom. Carefully arrange the pecan halves on top, rounded sides up, in concentric circles, starting along the outer edge. Evenly ladle the filling over the nuts, to reach the top of the shell.

Place the baking tray in the oven and bake until the filling feels firm when lightly, quickly touched and the edges of the pastry are deep golden brown, 55 to 60 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool for about 20 minutes.

To unmold, use the back of a spoon or a knife to tap all around the side of the tart pan. Place the pan on top of a wide-mouthed jar or can narrower than the pan. Gently free the outer ring, letting it slip down the side of the jar. Return the pie to the rack to cool completely.

Use a sharp knife to cut into wedges. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream.

SUGAR DOUGH Makes 1 1/2 pounds (1.5 kg) 2 1/3 cups (585 mL) all-purpose flour 1/3 cup (85 mL) granulated sugar 1/2 pound (250 g) unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces 2 large egg yolks 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream In a food processor with the stainless-steel blade, combine the flour and sugar, and pulse on and off once or twice. Add the butter and process until the mixture resembles fine meal.

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and 1 tablespoon of cream. Scrape into the processor bowl and process until a ball begins to form, adding additional cream as necessary to bring the dough together.

Carefully remove from the processor bowl and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or up to 24 hours.

Store any unused dough wrapped airtight in the freezer, thawing overnight in the refrigerator 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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