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Film Fest Success: LBI Celebrates End Of 10th Annual Festival
By Kimberly Bosco SHIP BOTTOM – The Lighthouse International Film Festival (LIFF) brought its 10th annual season to a close with an after party and awards ceremony on June 10, the final day of the four-day festival. This year’s festival was a great success, according to LIFF Executive Director Eric Johnson. Johnson will be stepping down as executive director, a position to be taken over by the current deputy executive director, Amir Bogen, for next year’s event. “I think the festival went great this year, there was a fantastic turnout,” said Johnson. “Up and down the island, we saw turnouts for not just the crowd-pleasing films, but the avant-garde films, the challenging documentaries, and the shorts program as well as our new storytellers’ episodic category.” Even for the new genres, such as the episodic features, there was a positive audience response, according to Johnson. “It’s just another great way of storytelling, and other great content,” he added regarding the episodic category. Johnson noted that it is always a good idea to expand the content in the festival, which this year included a new virtual reality section as well as the storytellers genre. A favorite of LIFF volunteer Rafael was the closing night film, one of the four headliners, “Anote’s Ark.” This documentary showcased Kiribati, a low-lying pacific island that faces destruction from sea-level rise and climate change. The films covered a host of topics, from challenging issues such as climate change, to behind the scenes stories of the Dallas (Festival - See Page 4)
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Primary Election Winners: Who Are Stafford’s New Conservatives?
–Photo courtesy Stafford Conservatives Facebook By Kimberly Bosco STAFFORD – The Stafford conservatives took home an election win on June 5, beating out the current Republican council members and Mayor John Spodo-
fora by slim margins in the Primary Election. MAGA Republican mayoral candidate Gregory Myhre came out on top against Spodofora with approximately (Election - See Page 5)
Pinelands Football Team Fundraising To Furnish New Field
–Photos by Kimberly Bosco (Top to Bottom) The Lighthouse International Film Festival hosted their awards ceremony and party at Joe Pop’s Shore Bar & Restaurant. LIFF Managing Director Christine Rooney and Executive Director Eric Johnson hosted the awards ceremony. The ceremony, much like the festival, had a great turnout.
By Kimberly Bosco LITTLE EGG HARBOR – The Pinelands Junior Wildcats football team is raising funds to supplement their new field with equipment for the upcoming fall season, after being displaced from the Pinelands Regional High School’s grounds due to continuing construction. According to Wildcats president and a lifelong resident of Little Egg Harbor Township, George Martin, the team has gained the use of a field on the township complex off of Route 539 for this fall, since being displaced. However, the field lacks certain equipment necessary to host the team during its season such as a (Football - See Page 6)
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Continued From Page 1 Cowboy Cheerleaders, to a daughter’s quest to find her father on our very own Long Beach Island. The festival also gives students a chance to showcase their work, and an opportunity to join the film world at an early age. The winning student film was, ironically, centered on a group of boys trying to make a film for a film festival that can’t find the right topic. One LIFF volunteer noted that the filmmakers or directors from Manhattan, New York are considered local because the festival attracts those from foreign countries as well. There was a full house at the restaurant for the ceremony, held at Joe Pop’s Shore Bar & Restaurant in Ship Bottom, where film buffs and producers rubbed elbows and LIFF members and volunteers mingled with locals. Outside of its members, the LIFF has a whole host of volunteers who tackle various tasks to make the event possible. It is a collective effort on behalf of the members, volunteers, and caring community that bring the festival to life each year. “They [LIFF volunteers] have given their time and dedication…we could not do it without our community who have donated everything from paper goods to fliers, to the food we’re eating tonight,” said Christine Rooney, Managing Director of the LIFF. Food was donated from local business such as Incredibowls and the Philly Pretzel Factory while the space was donated by Joe Pop’s for the private event. The first two awards given were the non-
film awards. “These are a couple awards that the festival holds dear because they are supporters of the festival…that are integral to making the festival happen,” said Johnson. These include the Community Service Award which was given to the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences. The LBI Foundation partners with LIFF to host events. The other award was the Pat Dengler Volunteer of the Year Award, awarded to Kelly Travis, one of the special events coordinators of the festival. The awards for each category in the festival follow: • Best HS Student Film: “Pick Again,” by Kieran Sherry and Will Vinsko • Storytellers Audience Award: a tie between “Unspeakable,” director Milena Govich and “Adventure Capital,” co-directors Everett Glovier and Zach Myers • Grand Award Storytellers: “Lost Kings,” Director Terrance Smalls • Special Jury Award Screenwriting Narrative Short: “Still Water Runs Deep,” Director Abbesi Akhanie • Grand Jury Award Narrative Short Film: “Atlantic City,” Director Miguel Alvarez • Short Film Special Jury Award Documentary: “Nobody Loves Me,” Director Jeff Reichert and Farihah Zaman • Grand Jury Award Doc Short: “Brooklynn,” Director Charles A. Mysak • Short Film Audience Award: “Head Above Water,” Director Eric Shahinian • Doc Feature Audience Award: “Half The Picture,” Director Amy Adrion • Documentary Feature Special Jury Award:
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–Photo by Kimberly Bosco Each winner received a small trophy from the LIFF. “306 Hollywood,” Directors Elan Bogarin, “The Fever and The Fret,” Director Cath Jonathan Bogarin Gulick • Documentary Feature Grand Jury Award: • Narrative Feature Grand Jury Award: “Phantom Cowboys,” Director Daniel Patrick “Night Comes On,” Director Jordana Spiro. Carbone The festival was comprised of 6 Spotlight • Spotlight Audience Award Narrative: films, 6 Narrative films, 6 Documentary “Easy,” Director Andrea Magnani films, 5 VR (virtual reality) experiences, • Spotlight Audience Award Doc: “Daugh- nearly 70 short films, 13 Storytellers episodic ters Of The Sexual Revolution,” Director series, and 16 student films. Carra Greenberg Winning films were chosen by the LIFF • Narrative Feature Audience Award: “Night Jury, made up of a series of experienced and Comes On,” Director Jordana Spiro seasoned writers, directors, producers, and • Narrative Feature Special Jury Award: even film teachers.
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Election:
Continued From Page 1 51.54 percent of votes. Myhre received 1,318 votes to Spodofora’s 1,232 votes (48.18 percent). The write-in option gained 7 votes, showing a total of 2,557 votes. Not only this, but of the 12 council candidates, all six of the challengers took favor. The results: • Thomas Steadman: 1,314 votes • Anthony Guariglia: 1,291 votes • Michael Pfancook: 1,275 votes • George Williams: 1,253 votes • Robert Henken-Siefken: 1,243 votes • Paul Krier: 1,270 votes These totals make up an approximate 52 percent majority for the MAGA Republican group. The Republican candidates’ results: • Gordon “Rich” Carlson: 1,150 votes • Stephen Fessler: 1,166 votes • Raymond Fix: 1,164 votes • Paul Marchal: 1,157 votes • Sharon McKenna: 1,196 votes • David Taylor: 1,189 votes There were also 7 votes for the write-in option, totaling 14,675 votes for council seats. Although there were no Democratic candidates officially on the ballot, there were 190 write-ins for mayor from the Democrats and 949 write-ins for council members from the Democrats. The Stafford Conservatives celebrated their win with a Facebook post, calling the victory “a sweep” noting that they are “humbled and honored.” Mayor Spodofora has been a member of the Stafford Township council since 1988 and a resident for nearly five decades. He has served as Chairman of the Environmental Commission, former Zoning Board member, Liaison to Fire Department, Building Department, and Community Development Department during his time with the township. Spodofora remarked that he was “a little surprised” at the results of the election, noting that he believed the council to have done a great job in addressing the needs of the public. However, he stated that he and the council will now help to make the new members’ transition into office a seamless one, assuming they win in November. “The important thing for me is the town,” he said. Meet The Winners “I feel great, we received a positive response from residents from all across town while we were campaigning and I’m glad that it translated into success at the polls,” said mayoral candidate Gregory Myhre. Myhre cites Governor Phil Murphy’s “left-leaning” approach to government as a motivation for his campaign for mayor of Stafford. “Our town has changed quite a bit over the past decade but our leadership has not. Murphy’s aggressive agenda could have tremendous implications for our community which is why we need a new approach and a fresh perspective,” stated Myhre in a social media post. Myhre pledged to remain faithful to the standards of the US Constitution and the
The Southern Ocean Times, June 16, 2018, Page 5 taxpayer, to “protect your rights, not take them away.” An Ocean Acres resident with his wife and three children, Myhre is also a small business owner, operations manager for computer network integration firm, and a member of the Ocean County Republican Committee. He is also an Eagle Scout, Member of National Rif le Association, NJ Second Amendment Society, and Marine Mammal Stranding Center, according to the Stafford Conservatives social media page. Council member candidate Tom Steadman is a lifetime resident of Stafford Township. He is a licensed professional engineer and a former appointed volunteer member on the township Zoning Board from 2010-2017. Steadman was formerly a volunteer coach for various Stafford sports teams and a former Class 2 Stafford Township Police Officer. He cited “his concern with the financial direction Stafford is heading” as a major reason for his running. Dr. Anthony Guariglia, council candidate, is a pediatric emergency room physician at Southern Ocean Medical Center and Jersey Shore Medical Center. He was also a former coach for Stafford soccer. “I have a passion for helping others. It’s the reason I have chosen to run for council. Being involved in my community is extremely important to me. I want to do my part in ensuring Stafford Township not only has healthy, happy kids but that they and their families also reside in a prosperous and economically sound environment,” stated Guariglia via the Stafford Conservatives page. Council candidate Mike Pfancook is longtime Stafford resident with a wife and three children. As an NRA certified handgun instructor and National Rifle Association active member, Pfancook stated: “I’m a hunting, fishing, golfing, freedom-loving American conservative.” “I also love my hometown and want the residents to know that their concerns are my concerns…I think after 30 years of the same, it’s time to bring fresh minds into office,” according to Pfancook. Candidate Robert Henken-Siefken is an 18-year resident of Stafford in Ocean Acres, married with four children. He was very involved in local sports, formerly a board member of Southern Pop Warner Football, coach of Southern Pop Warner football, Stafford Roller Hockey, and Southern Rec Ice hockey, Assistant Coach of Stafford Basketball, and Treasurer for Southern Regional Boys Lacrosse Parents Association. “I will fight for our rights as citizens and not let anyone feel marginalized. I will stand up for our 2nd Amendment rights and be a fierce opponent of our town becoming a sanctuary to illegals. I will always treat you the only way I know how to; honorably, honestly and sincerely,” stated Henken-Siefken via the Stafford Conservatives. Candidate George Williams cited the need for more public servants and less politicians as his motivation for running. A Stafford Township resident for 11 years, (Election - See Page 6)
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Continued From Page 1 scoreboard, bleachers, and storage, among other materials. “We’ve been relying on the high school for 40 years,” said Martin, noting that the administration has been great in working with the team, providing the facilities free of charge. Martin also stated that the Wildcats even award $500 in annual scholarships to graduating senior football players. However, part of the upgrades occurring on the school grounds includes the fields. “After the Pinelands Regional School District passed their referendum concerning buildings and grounds in January 2017, we were told that the facilities may not be available in the fall of 2018 and beyond. Further complications to the school in the fall of 2017 accelerated the process and the construction on the varsity field commenced in the past month,” according to Matthew Davis of the Wildcats crew. Martin explained that the fields are being reconditioned and the school is now limiting the usage of the field to help preserve them for longer, thus forcing the team to relocate. After meeting with the governing body of Little Egg Harbor, Martin said that they were granted permission to use the field on the township complex. However, there is a catch: this field is a soccer field originally and will take some work to transform it to an operational football field. Martin remarked that the township does not have an extensive budget for recreational services, which means that the team must raise money to supply the field with the appropriate equipment to do this. The 2018 adopted municipal budget for Little Egg Harbor shows only $145,000 appropriated for Parks and Recreation for the 2018 year. While this is up $43,000 from the previous year, it doesn’t leave much room for extra spending. Martin said that the team was originally hoping to raise about $16,000 for the necessary equipment purchases. However, over the past few weeks, they have already raised about $14,000 nearly reaching their goal in a short period of time. “Things are rolling very quickly,” so the
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Continued From Page 5 Williams is a small business owner, NRA member, and was formerly a volunteer for the NJ Trump Presidential campaign. Lastly, candidate Paul Krier is also a long-time resident of Stafford for 21 years, married with two children. He previously served as Stafford Township Councilman from 2013 to 2015 and was also on the Stafford Township Environmental Commission. He is a member of Ocean Acres Civic Association and volunteer for Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. “The current mayor and council have failed to serve as representatives of the people and
team has decided to push past the original goal and aim higher, he said. “For the past 5 years, in order to keep costs down and not burden people due to Sandy, [Pinelands] Jr. Wildcats has had virtually no fundraising,” stated Davis. However, recent events have put the team in a position that forces them to change this policy. They will continue to fundraise until late August, possibly early September, when the fall season is slated to begin. Since beginning fundraising, the high school has donated goal posts for the team’s use on the new field. Martin also informed that the team has received enough donations to order a new scoreboard at the cost of approximately $8,000, not including installation. The Wildcats are still in need of bleachers and a storage unit. Fundraising has been primarily comprised of advertising, he added. Martin explained that they will be placing ads of local business that make a “lifetime” investment in the team on the scoreboard, banners, and even on the storage facility, once obtained. You can also donate via their GoFundMe page at gofundme.com/pinelands-jr-wildcat-footballcheer. The GoFundMe page stated: “In order not to exclude any players from participating, our goal has always been to keep registration at a minimum while still providing the necessities…Youth sports offers so much more than the act of playing the sport, such as leadership, friendship, sportsmanship, perseverance, commitment and so much more.” While selling ads has done the majority to bring in funds, the GoFundMe has brought in about 25 percent of the total donations, said Martin. The Pinelands Jr. Wildcats football team originated back in the 1980s. From 2008 until 2010 they were part of Jersey Shore Pop Warner, when the league switched over to AYF (American Youth Football). The team has both spring and fall leagues for those 7-12 years old. Between the footballers and the cheerleaders for each league, the Wildcats bring together about 300 families, according to Martin. Martin feels confident that they will reach their fundraising goal “without question.”
to get the job done. This administration has been in office far too long,” according to Krier. A few of the goals of the new Stafford Conservatives group are to show respect to Stafford residents by listening to them and prioritizing the taxpayer. They claim that they intend to foster transparency and abolish wasteful spending. “We will continue to listen to residents as we prepare for the November election. Our goals are to maintain fiscal discipline while delivering high quality service to town residents. People can look forward to more open dialogue at town meetings and we will be open to new ideas,” said Myhre.
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
New Gun Safety Legislation Proposed From The Desk Of
Congressman Tom MacArthur NEW JERSEY – Congressman MacArthur has cosponsored three bills that will help make our communities safer. This comes after Congress took real action in passing the Fix NICS Act and STOP School Violence Act, which were both signed into law in March. “In the aftermath of the
devastating shooting in Parkland, Congress passed meaningful legislation that strengthened our background check system and increased funding to secure our schools. While these new laws will help, there is more that can be done,” said Congressman Tom MacArthur (R-3rd). “We have seen
the system continually fail to protect our communities from gun violence. I have reviewed legislation and discussed next steps with members of our community. I am cosponsoring additional bills which will ensure that our schools have the proper security personnel, and that more is done to keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers and those who pose a threat to themselves and others.” Congressman MacArthur cosponsored three bills that will address the issue of gun violence. These bills strengthen the federal pro-
grams to help schools pay for school resource officers and security guards, further prevent domestic abusers from purchasing fi rearms, and allow law enforcement to confiscate firearms when ordered by a Court. Rep. MacArthur also joined colleagues on a bipartisan letter to Attorney General Jeff Sessions urging “expeditious implementation of the STOP School Violence Act and other school security grant programs authorized and funded by Congress.” Summaries of legislation cosponsored by Congressman MacArthur:
H.R. 5427 - School and Student Safety Act, introduced by Rep. Tom Marino (R-PA), this bill reauthorizes the COPS in Schools (CIS) program, which provided federal grants for hiring school resource officers (SRO) between 1999 and 2005. Reauthorizing this grant program will allow federal funding to help schools pay for trained resource officers and security guards who are capable of responding to active shooter situations. H.R. 3207 - Zero Tolerance for Domestic Abusers Act, was introduced by Rep.
Ocean County Students Appointed To US Military Service Academies Capitol Comments Senator Robert Menendez
NEWARK - U.S. Senator Bob Menendez hosted a
reception in his Newark office to celebrate the ex-
ceptional, young New Jerseyans accepted this year to the U.S. military service academies. The group of 26 students included two students from Ocean County. The nominees were joined by family, friends and the military academy screeners who recommended them for
appointment. “Our military academies accept only the best of the best to become the next generation of officers to lead our forces in the protection of our nation and our freedoms,” Sen. Menendez said. “I am so proud of these extraordinary young New
Jerseyans willing to serve our country. They will represent our state well, and I wish them the very best of luck as they embark on this new adventure.” Sen. Menendez’s nominees for the service academies were chosen for their excellent academic records,
Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and currently has 99 cosponsors. This bipartisan bill protects the survivors of dating violence and stalking by closing loopholes that allow known abusers and stalkers to access guns. H.R. 5717 - Jake Laird Act, this bipartisan bill provides grants to encourage states to adopt laws similar to Indiana’s 2005 Jake Laird Law, which allows local law enforcement to seize and retain firearms from individuals who are determined by a Court to be an imminent danger to themselves or others.
leadership potential and strong character, among other criteria: Lu ke G aut h ie r: L a cey Township High School, U.S. Mercha nt Ma r i ne Academy James Cuber: Manchester Township High School, U.S. Military Academy
NJ Natural Gas To Decrease Rates For 2018-2019 Winter Season
WA LL – New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), the regulated subsidiar y of New Je r sey Resou rces ( N YSE: NJ R), recently submitted its annual Basic Gas Supply Ser vice (BGSS) and Conservation Incentive Program (CIP) filing to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) seeking an overall decrease of 3.6 percent for the typical residential heating customers for the 2018-2019 winter heating season. Pending BPU approval, the typical residential heating customer using 1,000 therms a year would see their annual bill go from $1,022.54 to $985.84
effective October 1, 2018, a savings of $36.70. “Today’s filing reflects the impact of last winter’s cold weather, which was 13.3 percent colder than the previous year and 1.5 percent colder than nor m al,” said St e phe n Westhoven, COO of New Jersey Natural Gas. “We a re pleased to prov ide this rate decrease and pass these savings along to our customers.” In its filing, NJNG is seeking a 5.3 percent decrease for the typical residential heating customer related to its CIP due to the colder weather experienced this past winter heating season. The CIP
normalizes year-to-year fluctuation from changing weather and usage patterns on both customers’ bills and NJNG’s financial margins. NJ NG also requested approval to maintain its cu r rent BGSS rate and i nc rea se it s Bala nci ng Charge resulting in an increase of 1.7 percent. The BGSS and Balancing Charge recover the costs of natural gas supply delivered to NJNG’s system to serve its customers and balance deliveries with customer usage. W hen combined with CIP, the impact of this f iling is an overall decrease of 3.6 percent.
Earlier this year, NJNG filed for a 1.1 percent increase for the recovery of costs associated with its New Jersey Reinvestment in System Enhancement and Safety Acceleration a nd Fa ci l it y En h a nce ment II programs. If approved by the BPU, this rate adjustment will also go into effect October 1, 2018. W he n c ombi ne d
with today’s BGSS and CIP f iling, the savings for the typical residential heating customer using 1,000 therms would go to 2.5 percent annually, or $25.84 a year. In a separate filing, NJNG is seeking a 1 percent decrease to its Energy-Efficiency (EE) rate effective January 1, 2019, providing an additional $10.40 in
savings. NJNG’s EE rate recovers costs associated with offerings through The SAVEGREEN Project, including investment in energy-efficient equipment upgrades and whole-house improvements. Pending regulatory approval, the t y pical customer using 1,000 therms a year would see their annual bill go from $996.70 to $986.30.
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OPINIONS & COMMENTARY Letters To The Editor
F EATURED L ETTER Hope For Safer Gun Laws Tragically, it is an irrefutable fact that America has a growing gun violence problem. Despite the unending string of school shootings, Congress refuses to take bold action. Rather, our elected officials choose to merely mourn the victims and rearrange the deck chairs. It surely does not take a team of scientists to determine that several root causes of this grave problem are the proliferation of guns and mental illness. It is also quite evident that Congress’s inaction is directly related to the influence of the well-financed gun lobby. Without a doubt, common sense laws w ill help keep weapons out of the hands of criminal
and other irresponsible persons. For star ters, Congress should enact a comprehensive background check law with no exceptions for gun shows or third party sales. Additionally, Congress should ban bump stocks and launch a thorough CDC study of gun violence. Fortunately, our state currently has fairly robust gun laws in place. However, there is always room for improvement. Encourage your state senator to pass the measures currently being discussed in Trenton. For a safer New Jersey, let’s strive to have the most restrictive gun laws in the nation. Luke Stango Jackson
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Volunteering Creates A Rich School Environment It’s the time of year when kids are starting to think about summer, teachers can’t wait to be done, and Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) Executive Board members can taste the sweet relief associated with the last day of school. For me, the end of this school year is bittersweet. I will complete my service as PTO co-president after four long years. I’ll admit, I’ve dreamed about this day and so has my family, who bear the brunt of all the long hours, weekend planning, and non-stop fundraisers. I have one monthly board meeting left until I rotate off into parental obsolescence and join the masses who have no worldly school obligations beyond getting their kids to and from school each day. Now that my “job” is done, do I just pretend to be anonymous? Do I get to stop volunteering, showing up for events, donating money, socializing with parents, checking Facebook and the Remind system continuously to ensure I’m not missing something? This is where the rubber meets the road. We have a saying here at our PTO, “Before you complain, try volunteering.” If your school is anything like ours, there is a very small core group of parents and volunteers who show up for everything while the other 85 percent of parents send in money but don’t volunteer. Now I’m not complaining that they send in money and support our fundraisers. Trust me when I say we could not operate without their financial support. However, the number one excuse I’ve heard over the past seven years regarding why parents don’t volunteer is this: I work full-time. Really? So does the majority of our executive board and most of our volunteers, and yet we dedicate ourselves tirelessly to the children and the school. We come out in rain, snow, and heat so hot that you’re dripping the moment you walk into the
Letters To The Editor non-air-conditioned school. of the PTO and its sub-comDespite others’ lack of enthusiasm that matched mine, I kept chugging along these past few years, always secure in the knowledge that all our PTO did was for the children, and I still believe that with all my heart. Knowing that I’m helping to create a safe, happy, innovative environment for my children as they pass through elementary school is the No. 1 mission. Seven years ago, when my daughter began at school, I thought “I can use my professional business skills to help the PTO.” But as I reflect now, I realize, what I have learned in working with some amazing women and men are lifelong skills I’ll carry with me back into my professional life. I’ve earned stripes and grey hairs and more than a few battle scars in my endeavor to help the school. Volunteering is not that different from our “real lives” in the sense that we make choices, we commit ourselves to causes, and we beam with pride when it goes our way and lick our wounds when it doesn’t. So to all the parents out there who think they’re too busy, don’t want to “get involved in the politics” or are indifferent to becoming a school volunteer, I ask you this question: imagine what would be possible for your child, if you did? Now imagine what the landscape would look like if there was no PTO, no volunteers, no caring parents willing to show up at 7 a.m. on a Saturday or stay until 9 p.m. on a Sunday night to make life a little sweeter for the kids. Financially, the difference is this: you would be asked to contribute hundreds of dollars (or more) over the course of the school year toward assembly programs, operating costs, and all the parties, gifts, and food the PTO provides by running its fundraisers. As annoying as all those colored flyers may be, pulling out your checkbook is worse. Has your child ever complained they didn’t get an end of year gift, there was no yearbook this year, or that book fair was cancelled? All this and more would be impossible without the work
mittees. How much of a challenge would it be for you to volunteer twice throughout the course of a school year? Please, envision a school in which every parent does this. The ripple effect would be immediately noticeable in major and minor ways including the sense of pride the parent and child felt because of volunteering, the relationships that begin to form with teachers and staff, the familiarity parents begin to feel in working with PTO members and upon entering the school to smiling faces and hugs versus a request for ID, the pride they exhibit towards one another as part of the membership and on and on it goes. So, the next time someone from your school asks if you can volunteer, give them a different answer and commit yourself to taking a different path next year as you mentor your child about the benefits of volunteerism in society a lesson they’ll be sure to carry with them into their own adult lives. This is a call to action for parents throughout the United States: volunteering works, but you first have to show up.
MacArthur Doesn’t Advocate For Seniors
Holiday City South homeowners: I would like to specifically address the people who have made the move to Holiday City South in the past five years. I welcome you all. In my opinion this is the best overall senior community in this area and with your help and involvement, it will stay that way. If you have a complaint or comment, let your trustees know. This will make this community a better place to live. The future of Holiday City South belongs to you. I am a candidate in the trustee election on June 20. I would like to be re-elected for a second term. I would appreciate your support.
A recent letter, “MacArthur advocates for seniors” made statements that were vague and left out information that contradicts the statement. Before Obamacare, women were charged more, there were no caps on lifetime limits, seniors were faced with the “donut hole,” individuals with pre-existing conditions couldn’t get insurance or it was terribly expensive and more than twenty million people opted to enroll in Obamacare as well as other benefits from Obamacare. The MacArthur Amendment would turn back the clock and allow states to request waivers of pre-existing conditions, opting out of essential health benefits, mental health services, doctors’ services, inpatient and outpatient hospital care, prescription drug coverage and more. Even President Donald Trump described this healthcare bill with the MacArthur Amendment as “mean.” With the elimination of the individual mandate, insurance rates will increase significantly more than they would have. The irony is that everyone one of us was covered by insurance from prenatal care on, but politicians like MacArthur want to allow individuals to opt out when they feel they are healthy enough to take advantage of the system they benefited from. As far as taxes are concerned, Congressman MacArthur was the only one of the twelve Republican congressmen in New Jersey and New York to vote for the Trump tax plan. Everyone loses the personal exemption, state and local taxes are capped at $10,000, the national debt will increase hundreds of billions more each year and even Paul Ryan said he was looking to cut Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security after the tax cut to offset the increased deficit it caused. Bracket creep is the stealth hidden problem in this tax plan. Each year a bigger tax bite will come out of taxpayers’ pockets and they won’t be the wiser. Thank you, Congressman MacArthur!
Paul R. Hueck Holiday City South Trustee
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Nature Scavenger Hunt At Bass River State Forest
TUCKERTON – Celebrate Get Outdoors Month by joining Volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy Gardiner on a nature scavenger hunt along the trails of Bass River State Forest on Saturday, June 16 from 10 a.m. to noon. This family-friendly program is free but there is an entrance fee of $10 per car (NJ resident) and $20 per car (non-NJ resident). Appropriate for ages 4 and older. We suggest
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Barnegat Township Junior Police Academy
BARNEGAT – The Junior Police Academy is back for 2018! We are excited to announce that the Barnegat Township Junior Police Academy will return this year with sessions being held July 9 through July 13 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The academy is open to Barnegat students entering 5th or 6th grade in the 2018-2019 school year and allows students the unique opportunity to learn about the law enforcement profession and the Barnegat Township Police Department. This program is not designed as a “boot camp” but rather as a learning experience for participants that allows them the opportunity to interact with our officers. The Junior Police Academy daily agenda mirrors the real police academy with physical training and drill followed by instruction and demonstrations. Topics covered include
agency history, criminal investigations, SWAT, motor vehicle stops, defensive tactics and more. The program is limited to 25 students who will be selected from a random lottery. Applications can be downloaded from the Barnegat Police Department website at barnegatpolice.com/…/…/05/2018-JrPoliceAcademyApp.pdf. Applications must be completed and returned no later than June 18. Students will be selected and notified on June 19. A participation fee of $25 will be collected upon acceptance payable by check or money order. This fee covers uniforms and required accessories. Any questions can be directed to the community policing officer Ptl. Jim Purcell at 609-698-5000 Ext.262 or by emailing purcell372@barnegat.net.
10th Annual Juried Art Show
LACEY – Join the Lacey United Methodist Church for the 10th annual Juried Art Show on July 24-28; Tuesday to Friday, 6-8 p.m. and Saturday, 11-8 p.m. All ages, all media. Entry fee is $30. There will be first, second and third place ribbons for: • Adult professional •Adult non-professional •Youth 12-18 •Children under 12 There will also be an honorable mention for each media category and an overall best in show. Media includes: Acrylics, oil, watercolor, pastel, charcoal, pen and ink, pencil, sculpture, 3-D, photography, digital, graphic, and alternative. The schedule for receiving artwork is as
follows: •Drop Off: July 22, 4-6 p.m. •Pick Up: July 28 after 7 p.m. or July 29 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Join us on July 28 from 12-9 p.m. for Lacey UMC Family Fest with food, crafters, a car show, games, movies, live entertainment, and Touch-a-truck. The limit is five entries per person, $30. Canvas and paper artwork must be properly framed and wired for hanging. You are welcome to market your own artwork. Donations from sales to LUMC are appreciated but not required. Any entry with a dollar value exceeding $400 must have private insurance. Registration forms can be found at laceyumc. org.
Home Solar Energy Presentation Coming To Ocean County Library
LONG BEACH ISLAND – Discover some smart ways to save money during a “New Jersey Resources Solar Program” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 13 and at 10 a.m. Thursday, June 21 at the Ocean County Library’s Long Beach Island Branch, 217 S. Central Ave. in Surf City. Solar Energy Consultant, Nicholas Ianniello, will present helpful ways to combat rising energy costs by learning how to generate your own
clean energy instead of paying for traditional electricity. The two programs are the same, please register for one. The program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. To register call the Long Beach Island Branch at 609-494-2480 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org and click Events & News.
Outstanding Community Support At Southern’s Scholarship Night
MANAHAWKIN – Scholarship Night at Southern Regional High School has once again shown the outstanding community support for the graduates of Southern Regional. On Thursday, May 31, 1,115 scholarship awards were presented to 314
students of the Class of 2018 by 318 donor organizations. The awards totaled $611,905. Chief School Administrator, Craig Henry, opened the evening expressing thanks to the community for the truly exceptional support for Southern Regional.
Southern Sailing Team Tacks on Win
MANAHAWKIN – Southern won 2nd place at the NJ Girl’s State Championship on Wednesday, May 23. The team raced nine races against twelve other teams from New Jersey. Rumson Fair Haven won the days’ racing and Southern finished close behind finishing 2nd. Congrats and go Rams!
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The Ladies Of Country & Bluegrass Music Show
WARETOWN – Join Albert Music Hall for the Ladies of Country & Bluegrass Music Show on Saturday, June 30, 7:30 to 11 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Albert Music Hall is located at 131 Wells Mills Road (Rte. 532), 1/4 mile west of Rte. 9 in Waretown, NJ. The Ladies of Country& Bluegrass Music Show is an annual event showcasing Albert Music Hall’s ladies of country & bluegrass music. This show will be a live stage concert; presented in the new Albert Music Hall building. All bands feature female leads. Featuring: • Danielle Rozinski (Redbird) • Jeanne O’Neill (O’Neill & Martin Band) • Barbara Mucci & Judi Parker (Past Times)
• Elaine Orzechowski (Elaine & the Cimarron Sky) • Maria Austin (Crab Grass) • Denise Miller, Mary Lutton & Gail Gilrane (Ladies Night Out) • Host: Kelly Kehr • Sound: Music Men Productions Ltd. Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for children 11 and under. Light refreshments and gift items may be purchased. No alcoholic beverages or smoking permitted. Albert Music Hall is air-conditioned. For information regarding the show please visit alberthall.org. All proceeds to benefit the Pinelands Cultural Society and the Albert Music Hall Scholarship Fund.
Start Summer Off With A Luau
LACEY – Attention Lacey senior residents! Join us for lunch Friday, June 29, 2018 in Community Hall, Rt. 9 & Lacey Rd., Forked River at 11:30 a.m. Doors open at 11 a.m. We will celebrate by having a Luau. If you can wear something Hawaiian, we will supply the leis. Grass skirts optional! This will be our last luncheon until the fall. We are asking everyone to pre-register by
Monday prior to the luncheon and the price will be $6. If you pre-register and pay at the door the day of the luncheon the price will be $7. If you do not register and come the day of the luncheon, the cost is $8. To register, transportation needs, or for more information, please call Heather at 609-6931100, ext. 2217. We look forward to seeing everyone!
Fluke Fishing Tournament
LACEY – The Lacey Elks is holding its 2nd annual Fluke Fishing Tournament in memory of Captain George Ellmer. The Lacey Elks is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping our community through various fundraisers. The captains meeting will be held on Friday August 24 at 6 p.m. in the Lacey Elks pavilion. The entrance fee is $40 per angler.
Fishing will be on Saturday August 25 and the awards picnic will be on Sunday August 26 from noon till 4 p.m. in the pavilion. Non-anglers ($10) and children ($5) are welcome to attend the awards picnic. Applications are available at the Lacey Elks Lodge. Any questions or concerns please contact Jessica at 732-614-7472 or via email at jewelsjes@comcast.net.
Southern Middle School Team Supports Family
MANAHAWKIN – The Titans Team at SRMS banded together to raise just over $300 in a mere week’s time to demonstrate support for a teammate’s family whose mother is currently battling ovarian cancer. Students offered donations to participate in a student-organized walk around Ron Emmert
Field, joined by their teachers and building administrators. While $300 is not an astronomical sum compared to many fundraisers, the focus was to show our teammate and fellow Ram that Rams stick together, and no matter what, you’ll always have your Southern Family for support.
Lacey Church Family Fest
LACEY – Lacey United Methodist Church Family Fest will be on July 28 from 12-9 p.m. at the church, 203 West Lacey Rd. There will be: • Art show: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. • Car show: 12-5 p.m. • Touch-a-truck: 1-5 p.m.
• Games: 12-8 p.m. • Movie: 7 p.m. • Crafters: 1-5 p.m. • Live music and DJ: 1-9 p.m. • Food: 12-8:30 p.m. We need artists, crafters and car show participants! Contact the LUMC office for more information at 609-693-5222.
Future Educators Attend Conference
MANAHAWKIN – Fifteen Southern students attended Stockton University’s Future Educators Conference on May 30. Students attended workshops presented by professors from the School of Education. Senior Amanda D’Agostino represented Southern Regional as the state NJFEA secretary.
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Annual Men’s Health Night At Southern Ocean Medical Center
MANAHAWKIN – On Wednesday, June 20, 2018, men of southern Ocean County will once again be treated to an evening devoted to their personal health and well-being during Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center’s Annual Men’s Health Night. The event will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the newly renovated main floor of the hospital in Manahawkin. This free event will feature community resources, health screenings, interactive educational displays, informative lectures, information on a variety of programs and services, and the opportunity to meet and chat with medical experts about men’s health concerns. Light refreshments will be provided. On-the-spot health screenings will include: balance and carpal tunnel, grip strength, blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, bone densitometry, diabetes, colorectal cancer, head and
neck cancer, hearing, sleep, foot, pulmonary function, and stroke risk assessment. This evening that is dedicated just for men will also feature lectures about men’s health from some of Southern Ocean’s expert physicians: 6 - 6:20 p.m. – Caring for your Prostate with Francis Schanne, M.D. 6:30 – 6:50 p.m. - The Keys to a Healthy Heart with Jasrai Gill, M.D. 7 - 7:20 p.m. - Are You at Rick for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms? with Matthew Samra, D.O. 7:30 – 7:50 p.m. – Sleep Apnea: Diagnosis and Treatments with Jeffrey Lipper, M.D. and Dave Federici, DMD “Every year, our expert physicians, community resources and team members make it a priority to keep men of our community healthy and enjoy the opportunity to interact with so many men in a meaningful and fun way,” said Regina Foley, chief operations officer of Southern Ocean Medical Center. Doors open for registration at 5:30 p.m. in the hospital’s main lobby. Southern Ocean Medical Center is located at 1140 Route 72 West in Manahawkin. For more information about Men’s Health Night, call 1-800-560-9990 or visit SouthernOceanMedicalCenter.com.
Knights Of Columbus Trips
MANAHAWKIN – Join the Knights of Columbus for any of these trips: September 25, 2018: Sands Casino Trip, Bethlehem, PA. Includes transportation, driver gratuity, $30 casino credit and $5 food coupon. The cost is $39 per person. November 27-29, 2018: Mohegan Sun & Foxwoods Casino. Includes transportation, driver gratuity, two nights in hotel, $30 slot play, two full breakfasts and Foxwoods casino comps. The cost is $320 per person. February 3-17, 2019: 14-night Western Caribbean Cruise on the NCL Escape from NY. Includes two amenities and taxes. The cost is $1,180 per person. For more information, contact Charles Serwin at 609-978-0970.
Friday Night Lights At Lacey Skate Park
LACEY – Join us at Lacey Skate Park for Friday Night Lights on Fridays from 6 -10 p.m. Dates are: September 7 and 21, October 5 and 19, and November 2. DJ will be provided by Not So Normal Entertainment. Refreshments will also be available for sale. This event is sponsored by the Lacey Township Police Department and the Lacey Municipal Police Foundation.
Elk’s Irish Fest
LACEY – Join the Lacey Elks for the Elk’s Irish Fest on Saturday, June 23 from 12-6 p.m. There will be entertainment by Capt. and O’Neil. Food and refreshments will be available. Donation amount is $5. The lodge is located at 900 Beach Boulevard, Forked River.
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Waretown Branch Library June Calendar
WARETOWN – Join us at the Waretown branch Library for events for children and adults throughout the month of June. Children programs: June 18, 6 p.m.: Stranger Things Escape Room-Escape the Demagorgon! Ages 11 and up. Please register. June 19, 11 a.m.: Parachute Playtime – Parachute fun. Ages 4 and up. Please register. June 19, 3 p.m.: Edible Terrariums. Ages 11 and up. Please register. June 22, 2 p.m.: I Heart Art-Tie Dye art project. Please bring your own white shirt or fabric to dye. Ages 7 and up. Please register. Saturday, June 23, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.: National Pink Day Drop-in Craft. Celebrate the day with a pinkalicious craft! All ages. June 25, 6 p.m.: The Amazing Race. Compete in a live action version of the popular reality TV show! Ages 11 and up. Please register. June 26, 3 p.m.: Ice Cream in a Bag. Learn how to make delicious ice cream in a bag. Ages 6 and up. Please register. June 28, 1 p.m.: Instrument Workshop. Create
instruments out of recycled materials. Ages 5 and up. Please register. June 29, 2 p.m.: I Heart Art. Join us for a Jackson Pollock inspired art project. Ages 7 and up. Please register. Adult programs: June 26, 11 a.m.: Waretown Writers Group. Join other writers of all skill levels to explore your skills in this informal and fun writing session. Meet new people as you get and give feedback and share ideas with others. Please register. June 21, 2 p.m.: ShopRite presents: Picnic Foods. Join ShopRite’s Registered Dietitian Giavonna Carbonello to learn some easy recipes to make for a picnic. Please register. Friends: June 22, 1-3 p.m.: Friend’s Book Sale. Great finds for little cost. June 23, 10 a.m.-Noon: Friend’s Book Sale. Great finds for little cost. These programs are free and open to the public. Please register online at theoceancountylibrary.org or by calling 609 693-5133.
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Stafford Library June Calendar
STAFFORD – Join the Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library for June events. For more information, call 609-597-3381 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org. Adults: 12:30–4 p.m., All Fridays: Mah Jongg June 30, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m..: String of Purls – Knit/Crochet. Needle art lovers whether you’re just learning or already know how, join our group to knit, crochet, embroider, crewel and needlepoint. For beginners, bring size 8, 9 or 10 knitting needles and light-colored 4 ply worsted yarn. To crochet bring the same yarn and a size “G”, “H” or “I” crochet hook. 11 a.m., All Mondays: English Conversation Group. Practice your English speaking skills in a friendly group environment. All welcome. June 18, 1:30-3:30 p.m.: RCE Ocean County Master Gardeners Diagnostic Clinic. The Rutgers Cooperative Extension (RCE) Ocean County Master Gardener team will be available to answer any questions you may have. Bring in your dying or diseased cuttings for diagnosis and remedies. The Master Gardeners will be at the library throughout the summer so be sure to check our calendar for these dates and times. June 20, 3 p.m.: Make It! Cross-Stitch Bookmark. Create a fun bookmark with lots of personality to carry all summer long. Supplies will be provided. Please register. June 21, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.: Writers Group. Come write with us! Some computers will be available and there will be space to plug in your laptop. Please register. June 21, 7-8:30 p.m.: Friends of the Stafford Library Meeting June 27, 6 p.m.: Feature Film: The Danish Girl (R) 120 min. Children: June 29, 10:30 a.m.: Wigglers & Walkers. Foster little one’s motor, sensory, and social skills. Join us for books, rhymes, songs, and movement, followed by playtime. For children
under 2 years of age. Please register. June 27, 10:30 a.m.: Toddler Time. Stories, music, movement, and the parachute. Ages 2-3. Please register. June 28, 11 a.m.: LEGO Builders Club. We supply the bricks, you bring the ideas! Ages 5-12. Please register. June 18, 6:30 p.m.: Pride Family Storytime. Join us for stories, songs, and a craft to celebrate many kinds of families for Pride Month. Please register. June 20, 10:30 a.m.: Parachute Play. Let’s get moving and shake the ‘chute. Ages 3-5. Please register. June 26, 10-11 a.m.: Sidewalk Chalk. Drop in and decorate our sidewalk. Teens: June 22, 3:30 p.m.: Tween Minecraft Club. Play Minecraft on PC and talk about the game with other players. Please register. Ages 9-14. Please register. June 27, 6:30 p.m.: Tween Team Challenge: Catapult Face-Off. Join a team dedicated to solving problems in an awesome way. This month we will build catapults and see who can send a variety of projectiles flying the farthest. Ages 9 – 14. Please register. June 28, 7 p.m.: DIY Teen: Love is Love Mason Jar Candle Holders. Paint and assemble a rainbow candle holder in celebration of Pride Month. Pick from a variety of slogans to stencil on, including “Love is Love,” and we will have paint colors for the standard rainbow and for other Pride flags. All supplies will be provided. Ages 12 – 18. Please register. Computer Classes: June 19, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.: Facebook 1, 2, 3. Introduction to Facebook, which is the world’s largest social network. Connect with friends, family and other people you know, and with those who have similar interests. Share photos and videos, send messages, and get updates. As of this writing Facebook has 750 million users. Call for an hour appointment. Bring your device. Please register.
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Little Egg Harbor Library Adult Events For June
LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Join the Little Egg Harbor Library during June for a variety of events just for adults! By appointment only: Career Guidance and Job Search Assistance: Meet with a librarian one-on-one to navigate NJ’s new Career Connections website. Call 609-294-1197 for an appointment. Funded by the NJ Dept. of Labor and Workforce Development Career Connections grant. One-on-One eBooks at the Library: Learn how to borrow ebooks from listennj.com for your Kindle, Ipad, or Nook. Valid Ocean County Library card required. Call to schedule your appointment 609-294-1197. Limit one session a month per person. One-on-One Computer Chats: Come to a librarian with your individual computer needs. These one-on-one sessions can be tailored to your specific area of choice. Examples are email, Internet searching, Microsoft Office software, and other basic computer questions. Call to schedule your appointment 609-2941197. Limit one session a month per person. One-on-One Genealogy Class: Call for Oneon-one sessions with a librarian to guide or assist your genealogical research. Call the Little Egg Harbor Branch to schedule an appointment, 609-294-1197. Limit one session a month per person.
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Adult programs: 7 p.m., All Tuesdays: English Conversation Group. Come and join our group and practice speaking English. Work on your accent and vocabulary. New members welcome. 1 p.m., All Wednesdays: Mah Jongg at the Library. Please bring your current year gaming cards and game sets. June 19, 1 p.m., Tuesday: Little Egg Harbor Book Discussion. In My Brother’s Image by Eugene Pogany. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk June 20, 2 p.m., Wednesday: Adult Coloring. Rediscover the joy of coloring. We’re providing the coloring sheets and color, but feel free to bring your own. Sponsored by the Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Library. Please register. June 21, 7 p.m., Thursday: Marvelous Sleuths Book Club. The Keeper by John Lescroart. Please pick up a copy at the circulation desk. June 23, 2 p.m., Saturday: Afternoon Movie: The Diving Bell and the Butterfly. True story of a man paralyzed by a stroke at age 43, who dictates his memoir by blinking his left eye. (PG-13)112 minutes. June 26, 10:30 a.m., Tuesday: Friends of the Little Egg Harbor Branch. New members are always welcome. Join us and support your local library.
Southern Regional Athletes Of The Week
MANAHAWKIN – Freshman Maria Mezzo is the BSM Sports Female Athlete of the Week for the weeks April 16, 2018 to April 30, 2018 for Girls Track and Field. Maria won the 100 won the 100m hurdles at the 2018 Lion Invitational at Middletown North High School. Junior Matt Maxwell is the Male Athlete of the Week for the weeks April 16 to April 30 for Boys Volleyball. This season Matt has surpassed the 1000 career digs and 1000 career assists for his career. He has helped lead the Rams to a Shore Conference division and tournament titles. Senior Jenna Kulinski is the BSN Sports Athlete of the Week for the weeks May 1, 2018 to May 15, 2018 for Girls Track and Field. Jenna is the 2018 Shore Conference Javelin Champion.
Junior Joe Guglielmo is the BSN Sports Athlete of the Week for the weeks May 1, 2018 to May 15, 2018 for Boys Track and Field. Joe is the 2018 Ocean County and Shore Conference Javelin Champion. Sophomore Karagan Bulger is the BSN Sports Athlete of the Week for the weeks May 16, 2018 to May 31, 2018 for Girls Track and Field. Karagan placed in four events at the Shore Conference Championships and qualified for Nationals. Junior Luke Maul is the BSN Sports Athlete of the Week for the weeks May 16, 2018 to May 31, 2018 for Boys Lacrosse. Luke was the goalie of the Southern varsity boy’s lacrosse team. Luke had a stellar performance in the state playoff win vs Howell. He helped lead the Rams to the Shore Conference “A” South title.
Southern Boys Volleyball Win Sectional Title
MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations Southern Boys Volleyball on defeating Williamstown on Friday, June 1, 2018 by a score of 2-0. With the win, the Rams won the NJSIAA South Jersey Sectional Title for the 9th time in school history. Ever since the
NJSIAA has gone to sectional tournaments Southern has won it. The Rams faced Bayonne on Tuesday, June 5 at South Brunswick High School in the state semifi nal. Congratulations players, coaches, parents, alumni and fans.
The Mothers’ Center Of The Jersey Shore
NEW JERSEY – The Mothers’ Center of the Jersey Shore helps you make the most out of being a mother! We offer activities and friendship for both moms and their children. We plan a fun filled calendar each month of activities for all ages, including some mom
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June Events At The Barnegat Library
BARNEGAT – Join the Barnegat Library for a variety of events throughout the month of June. The library is located at 112 Burr Street, Barnegat, New Jersey. For more information call 609-6983331 or visit theoceancountylibrary.org. Please call or go online to register for all programs that read REG. 1 p.m., Mondays: Monday Movies – June 18, Phantom Thread; June 25, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle June 25, 7 p.m.: Burr Street Book Café 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays: Teen Drop-in Gaming. Play Wii, WiiU, tabletop and card games. Drop in, ages 12 – 18. June 21, 23, and 28, 1 p.m.: EWE Knit and Crochet. Drop in with your own supplies. June 26, 6 p.m.: Level Up with B-GAP: 18+ Gaming. June 27, 7 p.m.: Adult Writers Group. Hone your craft with like-minded adult writers. June 19, 2 p.m.: And the Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini. New members welcome; copies available for pick-up at the Branch. June 19, 7 p.m.: DVD Discussion Group: Pride. Realizing that they share common foes, London-based gays and lesbians lend their support to striking coal miners in 1984 Wales. Contact your local branch to place a hold. View the film at home, and then join us for a lively discussion. (R) 120 min. June 20, 11 a.m.: Drop-in Bald Eagle Craft. Ages 2+. June 20, 2 p.m.: TechTopic: Computer Help. June 20, 7 p.m.: Poetry Writers Group. Hone your craft with like-minded adult writers. June 21, 2 p.m.: “Libraries Rock” Kids Summer Reading Kickoff Party. Register for summer reading, play games, and join in the fun. REG. June 21, 6:30 p.m.: Family Movie Night: Coco. Watch this exciting movie on our big screen. (PG) 109 min. June 22, 10:30 a.m.: Rainbow Storytime. Stories, snacks, and a craft celebrating LGBT+ month. Please call the Branch with any food allergies. Ages 2+. REG. June 23, 2 p.m.: Lecture-In-Song: Cole Porter. A musical and anecdotal overview of the great American songwriter’s life and career. Presented by Fred Miller, pianist/singer. REG. June 26, 11 a.m.: “Let’s Build.” Join us for an hour of building fun with LEGO®, DUPLO, and other fun materials. Ages 5+. REG. June 27, 2 p.m.: Marble Run: Build & Play. Ages 9 – 12. REG. June 27, 7 p.m.: Marble Run: Strategic Building. Ages 12 – 18. REG. June 28, 2 p.m.: Adult Craft. Rainbow heart string art. REG. June 28, 6:30 p.m.: Paint the Teen Zone Window. This summer’s theme: “Libraries Rock”. Ages 12 – 18. REG. June 29, 11 a.m.: “Let’s Rock.” Join us for an hour of rock painting fun. Ages 3+. REG. June 29, 3:30 p.m.: Tail Waggin’ Tutor. Practice reading alongside a gentle therapy dog.
Boys Tennis Team Nets Win At OC Championships
MANAHAWKIN – Congratulations Southern Boys Tennis on placing 2nd at the Ocean County Championships. Burke and Anthony won the 2nd Doubles title. Congratulations players and coaches!
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Eat Bananas In The Pursuit Of Happiness By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Most bananas are peeled and eating within one minute. That’s according to The Guiness Book of World Records. While not officially amazing in my opinion, the most bananas peeled and eaten in one minute is 8 and was accomplished by a man named Patrick “Deep Dish” Bertoletti, a competitive eater. Because bananas have a constipating effect on your digestion, this guy was probably constipated for days, lol! Bananas have a tremendous amount of medicinal applications. For one, the peel of a banana is known as a home remedy to promote wound healing from minor burns. The actual fruit could have substantial impact on several illnesses, including depression. Last year in 2017, the crop which sells about 145 million tons of bananas (worldwide) came under attack. A deadly fungus spread through plantations, and simultaneously, bacterial disease killed some plantations in Africa. Bananas are not doomed don’t worry, and that’s a good thing if you have depression or Parkinson’s disease which are due in part to low dopamine. Dopamine is a happy brain chemical, it’s your body’s natural antidepressant. Dopamine is what makes you want to garden or golf for example, to dance, laugh and do fun hobbies. Healthy dopamine levels are critical for movement and coordination. With declining levels of dopamine, or dopamine receptor insensitivity, you could see Parkinson’s like symptoms, depression, bladder dysfunction, obesity, memory loss, sometimes attention problems and unexplained fear or anxiety spells. So where do bananas fall into this discussion? In their small way, they contribute a
chemical that helps you make dopamine! They are naturally high in an amino acid called tyrosine which is part of the dopamine chemical structure. Without tyrosine, you can’t make dopamine or thyroid hormone for that matter! Dopamine and thyroid hormone are two primary “happy” brain chemicals. So if you’re in the pursuit of happiness, go bananas! In some strange banana news, a British man was driving in Taiwan and he threw his banana peel out the car window. A Taiwanese man, who saw this act of littering, followed him and confronted him at a red light. The man said, “Littering is unethical and uncivilized behavior.” While I do agree, I don’t think I would have chased someone down over a flying banana peel. Bananas could possibly help with diabetes due to the pectin and resistant starch. Leg cramps could be soothed by the amount of potassium and magnesium in bananas. And some research suggests anti-cancer effects. I’ve written an extensive article on the health benefits of bananas and if you’d like to read that version, sign up for my free newsletter at suzycohen.com. In the meantime, here are 7 ideas to help you go bananas! 1. Just peel and eat 2. Add a banana to your smoothie 3. Make banana chocolate chip bread or muffins 4. Make banana chips with a dehydrator 5. Dip bananas into melted chocolate then freeze the pop 6. Make banana tea by boiling it in water, I have a recipe at my site. 7. For breakfast make banana nut collagen pancakes
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of freedom, liberty, and opportunity, as well as a tribute to police and fire departments nationwide. The Manahawkin Elks hosted this event with the community to remember and honor the sacrifices that the men and women of the US Armed Forces have made. The Elks’ purpose is to honor the flag and honor achievements made beneath it.
Short Film Premiere At Stafford Library
STAFFORD – The Stafford Library will be having a spotlight showing of the short fi lm “Mr. Jim” on June 21 from 7-8 p.m. “Mr. Jim” is the heart-warming story of recently widowed Jim Trasmundi, a Korean War veteran, who finds a new lease on life through the help of Liz and her five year old daughter Emma.
The film stars Carrie Plumley and Emily Kipila, Jack Mansbach, Linda Simon, Raquel Martinez, Brooke Guido and Amanda Kipila. The film will be introduced by the director Jack Foley who will be joined by members of the cast. There will be a Q&A after the screening. Please register.
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Fishing Despite Cooler Temps By Jim Hutchinson, Jr. Unseasonably cool weather continues to keep water temperatures below normal for this time of the year. Despite this, captains of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association are catching fish for their anglers. Captain Lindsay Fuller had a family from Washington, D.C. out for a day of fishing on the “June Bug.” One of the anglers was 15-month-old Harrison Wadsworth. The young boy was excited to help his dad by holding on to the light spinning rod for short periods and assisting in reeling in fish. Included in the catch that day were several large sand sharks. The fish were filleted and made for a great fish and chips dinner. Young Harrison is looking forward to his next fishing trip. Captain Brett Taylor of “Reel Reaction Sportfishing” reports his fishing has slowed a bit thanks to the lack of steady water temperatures. At times there can be close to a 20-degree temperature swing when the cold ocean water comes into the bay. His fluke trips have been averaging 15-30 fish with 1-3 keepers. He has been doing some light tackle fishing around the jetties in Barnegat Inlet for small stripers and feisty bluefish. Captain Brett took his father Michael out Sunday, and they managed to boat over 25 fish in about 2 ½ hours. They took home a 23-incher along with a 19.5-inch fish for dinner. Their lure of choice was the S&S Bigeye.
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25th Annual Ladies Catch Of The Day Fishing Tournament
FORKED RIVER – The Women’s Club of the Forked River Tuna Club will host the 25th Annual Ladies Catch of the Day Fishing Tournament on Saturday July 14, 2018. Celebrating 25 years of tradition and great fishing, the Women’s Division offers cash prizes for fluke. Special Mermaid Division for young ladies 12 and younger will award prizes for fluke and crabs. A mandatory Angler’s Meeting will be held on Friday July 13 at 7 p.m. at the Forked River Tuna Club, 18 Bay Avenue, Forked River; refreshments available. All rules and regulations will be reviewed. Tournament day begins at 7 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m. Awards and dinner will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday July 14 at the Tuna Club. There is a special ‘Early Entry’ cash prize drawing so register before July 1 to qualify! Great door prizes, giveaways and raffle prizes!
Tickets for a special drawing for a $1,000 Shop Rite Gift Card are on sale now and the winning ticket will be drawn at the Awards Picnic. More information, registration forms, rules and regulations available at forkedrivertunaclub.com. For more information call 609-2763687. The Ladies Catch of the Day Tournament was established as a means to empower women and girls of all ages to get involved in fishing and to raise awareness of the natural resources in Ocean County. As the tradition continued, the tournament has also become a fundraising event for the Forked River Tuna Club Scholarship Fund. The scholarship assists college-bound high school seniors who will pursue their studies in marine and environmental sciences. Over the years the Forked River Tuna Club has presented over $50,000 to deserving recipients.
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• Week 4 July 24-26, $30 • Week 5: July 31-Aug 2, $30 • Week 6: Aug 7-9, $30 • Early Drop off: 8 a.m., $10 per week The fee for the program is $30 per week, per child. There is a 20 percent reduction for second child ($24 per week) and a 25 percent reduction for each child thereafter ($22 per week). Make checks payable to: Township of Ocean Recreation. Mail check and form to: Township of Ocean c/o Summer Recreation, 50 Railroad Ave., Waretown, NJ 08758.
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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent Rentals – 1 BR/1BA & 2 BR/1.5BA homes. Homestead Run 55+ Community Clubhouse, Pool, Activities - Toms River. www.homesteadrun. com. Call 732-370-2300. (26) Furnished Home - 2BR. Ortley Beach. AC. Newly renovated. Rare yearly rented on island. 1 1/2 blocks to ocean. $1,500 monthly, security plus utilities. 732-793-2108. (26)
Real Estate LVW - Move in ready. Remodeled Strafford for sale by owner. $176,900. Gas heat, HW floors, maplewood cabinets. Call 646-330-7152. (25)
Mobile For Sale Mobile Home For Sale - Located at West Bay Village, Manahawkin off of Rt. 9, 1988, manufactured by Kropf, 12 X 35, 420 sq. ft., 1 BA, 1 BR with walk-in closet & extra door to bathroom, Kit/LR combo, screened porch, deck off slider in LR, private street. Needs work. Asking $1,000. Offers considered. Call 908-638-5099. (27)
For Sale FOR SALE, June 16 inside home sale - ALL MUST GO. Kitchen, bedroom, dressers, tools, etc. Make offer. Starts at 10 a.m. 11B Dove St., Manchester Township in Cedar Glen West. (26)
Yard Sale Village - wide yard sale - Saturday, June 16, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crestwood Village 7, Whiting. Raindate June 23. Maps of participating homes at Fernwood Clubhouse 1 Falmouth Drive. Follow balloons on mailboxes. Over 70 households. Lots of good stuff. Come find your treasure. (26)
Boat For Sale 2004 Hydrosport - 23ft walk around. Seldom used boat in good shape. Needs new engine. Asking $7,000/OBO. 732-801-1184 for information. (27)
Auto For Sale 2003 Chrysler 300M - Garaged. All recommended maintenance. Looks and runs like new. 609-339-0069. (26)
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, bric-a-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (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)
Items Wanted COSTUME/ESTATE JEWELRY Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry, old rosaries and religious medals, all watches and any type of sterling silver, bowls, flatware candlesticks or jewelry. Same day house calls and cash on the spot. 5 percent more with this AD. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) WE BUY USED CARS - Any condition, any make, any year. We also specialize in buying Classic Porshe, Mercedes and Jaguar running or not, DEAD OR ALIVE. 609-598-3622. (t/n) Cash - Top dollar, paid for junk, cars running and nonrunning, late model salvage, cars and trucks, etc. 732-928-3713. (29) CASH PAID!! - LP records, stereos, turntables, musical instruments, guitar, saxophone, cassettes, reel tapes, music related items. Come to you. 732-804-8115. (35)
Misc. Silver Ridge Clubhouse Flea Market first Saturday of every month. For more info call 848-251-3329. (t/n) A lady from Italy, living in either Toms River or Brick - We spoke recently about you helping me with cooking, ironing, etc. I lost your telephone number. Please call Cynthia at 732-899-3661 or 201-960-0222. (26)
Help Wanted Micromedia looking for a high-energy account rep to sell print and online advertising in Ocean County. Competitive base, bonuses & company benefits. Successful applicant should possess good communication skills & a desire to grow with the company. E-Mail resumes to jallentoff@jersey shoreonline.com. EOE. (t/n) HHA / CNA - PRIVATE (with or without) active license. Toms River. Adult male care for weekends, Fri. Sat. Sun. 7-9 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. (9 hrs). Must be reliable. $13. hr to start. Cell: 941-726-4360. (26) Bartender needed for Mantoloking From time to time. Please call 732-8993661 or 201-960-0222 Cynthia. (26) PT Church Secretary - Christ Lutheran Church, Whiting, is looking for a part time church secretary, 15 hours per week (five hours a day, on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday). The candidate must have strong computing, organizational, and verbal & written communication skills, and be familiar with desktop publishing software. Interested candidates may email their resume and a cover letter to the pastor at jfranciswatson@gmail.com. (27) AVIAN, LLC - is seeking a Program Analyst to handle Risk Management and execute a newly revised Risk, Issue and Opportunity (RIO) process in a NAVAIR program office. For full job description, please visit our website at www.avianllc. com. Position ID # 1543. (29) 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 732-505-8000 today. (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. Experienced Landscaper - Who has experience in all areas of residential landscaping. 30-40 hours a week. No lawn cutting. Own transportation. Brick 732-678-7584. (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) Aluminum Installer to build Sunrooms - and screenrooms in Ocean County. 5 years experience minimum. Will not train. Call Porch King 609-607-0008. (t/n)
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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. (32)
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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. (27)
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)
Need A Ride - Airports, cruise, A.C., doctors. Save $$$. Senior discounts. Tom. Save ad. 551-427-0227. (40) Paint Your Rooms - Fast, clean, neat. Starting at $50 per room. Exteriors, powerwashing. 609994-7507 leave message. (25)
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. (29)
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Toms River Man Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison For Theft & Money Laundering
By Kimberly Bosco TOMS RIVER – The Toms River man convicted for using his securities trading company to steal more than $400,000 from investors back in May has been sentenced to 10 years in state prison, according to Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal. Jeffrey D. Griffin, Jr., 43, of Toms River, was sentenced to 10 years by Superior Court Judge Joseph Portelli in Passaic County on June 7. Griffin has also been ordered to pay full restitution. Griffin was convicted on five counts, charging him with theft by deception, misapplication of entrusted property, two counts of violation of New Jersey’s Uniform Securities Act, and money laundering, all in the second degree, on May 8. “Our strong message to dishonest agents in the investment industry is that if you break the law and cheat New Jersey investors out of their hard-earned savings, we will prosecute you and make you pay,” said Attorney General Grewal. “This defendant betrayed his clients to serve his own greed, but now he will serve time in prison, thanks to our trial team and all of the investigators in the Division of Criminal Justice and Bureau of Securities whose outstanding collaboration secured this verdict.” Griffin was previously found guilty of stealing funds from investors by depositing them into his securities trading company and then using the money for personal expenses. “Griffi n’s clients trusted him to invest in legitimate investment vehicles for their benefit, but he repaid their trust by stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars of their money,” said Director Veronica Allende of the Division of Criminal Justice. “We will aggressively investigate these egregious and criminal violations of trust and prosecute those responsible to the full extent of the law.” According to testimony and evidence presented at trial, from August 2010 through July 2011, Griffin stole $408,000 from four investors – three men and one woman. The funds were deposited by Griffin into his newly formed company, Tricep Trading
LLC. Griffin had worked as a stockbroker for another investment firm, but he left that firm to form Tricep in August 2010. The three men had been clients of Griffin at the prior fi rm, and Griffi n led two of them to believe that their funds were still being invested through that firm or through a new division of the firm that Griffin was heading. One had $100,000 of his funds deposited into the Tricep business account without his knowledge. He received checks totaling $39,000 from Griffin before Tricep ran out of funds, for a net loss of $61,000. Griffin told the other three victims that he would be investing on their behalf through hedge fund-type investments or day trading. The other two men each invested $25,000 and received no returns. The woman invested $324,000 and received $27,000 in checks from Griffin, for a net loss of $297,000. Griffin transferred funds from the Tricep business account into his personal account and used the Tricep account to make numerous ATM withdrawals and retail purchases. He transferred $25,000 from Tricep to a firm that engaged in real estate flipping, but did not record that as an investment for Tricep. He used another $120,000 – which he first transferred to his personal account – to open an account with a day trading firm that prohibits members from trading other investors’ money. By May 2011, Tricep was out of funds. Griffi n’s registration as an agent of a broker-dealer was revoked in 2013 by the Bureau of Securities and he was also permanently barred him from associating with any broker-dealer or investment adviser conducting business in New Jersey. It also assessed a $125,000 civil penalty against Griffin and Tricep. Investors who believe they have been defrauded are urged to contact the Division of Criminal Justice toll free at 866-TIPS-4CJ (866-847-7425) or the Bureau of Securities toll free at 866-I-INVEST (866-446-8378). Griffin represented himself at trial.
26th Annual Baymen’s Seafood & Music Festival
TUCKERTON – Come out to the Tuckerton Seaport for the 26th Annual Baymen’s Seafood & Music Festival on June 23 and 24 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Learn to open a clam, courtesy of Parson’s Seafood, taste a clam fresh from the Barnegat Bay, discover how clamming has changed over the past 50 years, make a craft
to take home, watch demonstrations, meet commercial fishermen, and participate in family activities! The cost is $10 Adults, $5 Kids 5-12, Kids under 5 are free. Seaport Members are free. For more information, contact Katie Sain at 609-296-8868 or katies@tuckerton seaport.org.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE County & Health Dpt. Making Sure Swimming Water Is Clean
By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County officials announced that the Ocean County Health Department’s water sampling program has officially begun. “Each year the Ocean County Health Department has a full team of water samplers who visit 72 recreational swimming beaches on the ocean, bay and rivers and lakes throughout the county to take samples of water for testing to the lab located at the Ocean County Utilities Authority facility in Bayville,” according to Freeholder Director Gerry Little. Individual testing results are compiled and then sent to the State lab for review and publication. You can fi nd results at ochd.org. “The residents of Ocean County and all our visitors should be aware that we are vigorous in ensuring that our swimming
beaches are clean and safe,” stated Freeholder Director Little. “Reports of beach closures elsewhere in the State naturally raise concern but Ocean County has for many years tested our swimming areas throughout the County continuously from before Memorial Day weekend to after Labor Day weekend so our residents and visitors can feel safe going into the water.” Public Health Coordinator Daniel Regenye also noted that excessive rainfall can impact water quality due to runoff into local lakes and rivers. If testing results ever show less than acceptable results, that swimming area would be temporarily closed and tested daily until results demonstrate safer water quality, according to Regenye. “Last year over 450 inspections were conducted throughout Ocean County to insure safe swimming can be enjoyed by all residents and visitors,” added Regenye.
Monmouth & Ocean County Towns And School Districts Receive EDF Fellows
EWING – Sustainable Jersey recently announced the seven townships and two school districts, located in Monmouth and Ocean counties, that were selected to receive an Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Climate Corps Fellow to provide on-site technical assistance with energy efficiency projects. This technical assistance program has been made possible through funding provided by New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG). The 2018 Recipients of EDF Fellows: • Asbury Park City • Freehold Borough • Lake Como Borough • Neptune Township • Jackson Township School District • Little Egg Harbor Township • Little Egg Harbor Township School District • Ocean Gate Borough • Point Pleasant Beach Borough “We are proud to partner with Sustainable Jersey to help connect communities with the resources they need to make wise energy choices,” said Anne-Marie Peracchio, director of conservation and clean energy policy for New Jersey Natural Gas. “The host towns and schools will benefit greatly from this unique opportunity as the EDF Climate Corps Fellows provide guidance and insight to help them address challenges and plan customized energy-efficiency solutions that help advance their sustainability goals.” Through the EDF Climate Corps fellowship program, Sustainable Jersey is pairing three specially trained graduate fellows with municipalities and school districts to provide expertise and support for evaluation, planning and implementation of
projects that will help improve the energy performance of their respective buildings. The EDF Fellows will begin work with township and school district staff in June 2018. Sustainable Jersey reviewed the applications and will provide guidance to the EDF Climate Corps fellows to help them advise participating schools and municipalities about resources specific to New Jersey, as well as initiatives that earn points toward the Sustainable Jersey certification program. In particular, the EDF Climate Corps fellows help the towns and school districts access the many incentives available through New Jersey’s Clean Energy Program. “Supporting communities with technical expertise to do sustainable energy efficiency projects is an important step toward our goal of a sustainable New Jersey,” said Sustainable Jersey Director Randall Solomon. “Over the course of the summer, fellows will get energy efficiency projects on the fast track to accomplishment – simultaneously lowering energy costs and environmental impact.” In 2017, through this program and with the support of NJNG, Sustainable Jersey placed three EDF Climate Corps fellows to assist a total of seven municipalities and schools: Atlantic Highlands School District, Brielle Borough School District, Howell Township, Middletown Township, Rumson Borough School District, Sea Girt Borough School District and Shore Regional High School District. Learn more about what the EDF Climate Corps fellows have accomplished in previous years for New Jersey schools and municipalities: NJ EDF Climate Corps Project Reports.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Jon Stewart At Count Basie, Raising Funds For Basie Center
By Kimberly Bosco RED BANK – Come see popular comedian Jon Stewart at the Count Basie Center for the Arts on June 17 at 8 p.m.! Stewart will be taking part in an interview and an audience Q&A session. “I’m happy to appear at the Basie for a great cause – the Count Basie,” Stewart said. “The expansion going on at the center is going to keep Monmouth County the center of ‘Jersey’s premier arts communities.” Stewart is a prominent social and comedic figure, long-time host of Comedy Central’s The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, and a New York Times best-selling author. Having been nominated 56 times for an Emmy Award, he now has a fi rst-look deal with HBO and is an executive producer on CBS’ Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Tickets cost between $75 and $250. Customers are limited to 4 ticket purchases per household. You can purchase tickets
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By Kimberly Bosco OCEAN COUNTY – In the upcoming November 2018 election, there will be two names on the ballot for Ocean County Surrogate, and four for Ocean County Freeholders. These candidates are evenly split between Republican and Democratic. The results of the 2018 primary for Surrogate show: • Jeffrey W. Moran, Republican: 24,907 votes • Kieran E. Pillion, Jr., Democrat: 14,761 votes Each of these candidates won the majority as they were the only candidates for their party on the ballot. Moran took home 99.8 percent of votes for Republicans, the other .2 percent write-ins. Pillion took home 99.85 percent of votes for Democrats, the other .15 percent also write-ins.
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For the Board of Chosen Freeholders: • John C. Bartlett, Jr., Republican: 24,711 votes • Gerry P. Little, Republican: 24,226 • Teddy Price, Democrat: 14,631 votes • Vince Minichino, Democrat: 14,063 votes Bartlett took the majority of Republican votes by slim margins, with 50.41 percent of the total 49,024 votes. Little received 49.42 percent of votes, leaving the other .18 percent to write-ins. Price took the majority of Democratic votes with just 50.91 percent of the total 28,741 votes. Minichino took home 48.93 percent of votes, leaving the remaining .16 percent to write-ins. All two Surrogate candidates and all four Freeholder candidates will be on the ballot in November, where only one from each party will be able to represent their party.
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The Southern Ocean Times, June 16, 2018, Page 27
Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of JUNE 16 - JUNE 22 By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): Keep up the pace. There will be little chance of boredom setting in as enthusiasm and drive will keep you well-suited to meeting deadlines and timetables. Don’t expect everyone to share your passion for a subject. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): There’s no ship like friendship. You should feel honored when someone approaches you for advice or a favor because that means they trust and respect you. Be objective even when it doesn’t fit your agenda. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Following your heart could lead you astray. Use logic and reason to draw your conclusions as emotions could ultimately be your enemy today. Try to devote attention to activities that have educational value. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Put a little spring in your step. Some excess energy may make it a little easier to get motivated and get things done in the week ahead. Hold off on the urge to make changes as conditions may shift by the middle of the week. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Pay attention. Avoid miscommunication and confusion by making sure everyone is on the same page before a new project begins. Careful planning will be the key factor that decides if you achieve success or failure this week. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Contents may explode under pressure. It may be better to confide your troubles to a friend or confidant rather than keeping them bottled up inside. Look on the bright side as you may be taking things too seriously.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Make it so. You are tuned in to what impresses others or makes them happy so all that is left is to do it if that is your goal. Conventional wisdom may not work when a problem requires a creative solution. SCORPIO (Oct. 23- Nov. 21): Get off to a good start. First impressions may be especially important this week so be at your best when meeting new people. Mind your manners as it may be hard to tell when being too casual is inappropriate. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Whatever floats your boat. Finish off the weekend by doing the things that you want to do, not what you have to do. You may be fascinated by things that you would normally find strange or unusual. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Some issues may fall into a gray area. It may be difficult to reach a conclusion as the facts surrounding an issue may be clouded or distorted. Hold off on making decisions until more information is available. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Find your center. Tranquility and relaxation are the keys to easing tensions and recharging your batteries for the long week ahead. Don’t worry about things today that you can put off until tomorrow. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Stay in your lane. Work toward the goal you set out to accomplish as distractions may conspire to derail your progress. Stick with those who share your opinions as differing points of view will create friction.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Spring In Summer: You Can Enjoy These Irresistible Hors D’oeuvres All Year Long By Wolfgang Puck One of the great pleasures of cooking and eating during warmer weather is relaxing with family and friends over a glass of wine and homemade hors d’oeuvres. In fact, the term “hors d’oeuvre” itself nicely sums up the experience. Literally meaning “outside the work” in French, hors d’oeuvre refers to dishes that stand apart from the rest of a meal; a special little respite enjoyed for itself alone. Isn’t that just the sort of dish you want to enjoy with drinks on a lazy weekend? With that kind of occasion in mind, I’d like to share one of my longtime favorite recipes for delicious little bites of food you can easily make from scratch in barely half an hour: my eggplant and goat cheese crisps. Now, I don’t want you to get the wrong idea that the word “crisps” here in any way refers to the British term for potato chips, or for anything resembling a cracker. But it does perfectly describe the end result of these beautiful little mouthfuls of sliced eggplant that make the perfect accompaniment to a glass of chilled rose or sparkling wine. I also like to serve it with a simple dip, such as pureed roasted red bell pepper mixed with a little mayonnaise or a warm fresh tomato sauce seasoned with garlic and crushed red pepper f lakes. While making this hors d’oeuvre is a fairly simple process, it’s even easier than it sounds. And after you’ve done it even once, you’ll find the work goes even more quickly the next time. You’ll definitely want to make them again, too, as they are suited for all sorts of appealing variations. Instead of the black olives in the filling, try pitted green ones; or substitute roasted red bell peppers, minced chile pepper or fresh herbs; or even add some thinly sliced and then chopped ham such as prosciutto or Black Forest ham. You could even substitute the extra-crunchy coarse Japanese-style dried breadcrumbs called panko for the fine fresh crumbs. You don’t even have to serve this as an hors-d’oeuvre, either. One of my favorite ways to eat the crisps is scattered over fresh salad greens, tossed with a basic vinaigrette made with aged balsamic or sherry vinegar and olive oil. In fact, any way that you enjoy this dish, you’ll feel as if you’ve pressed the “pause” button on your daily life. Isn’t that just what you’d expect from an hors d’oeuvre? EG GPL A N T A N D G OAT C H E E SE CRISPS Makes 24 pieces 4 or 5 medium-sized Japanese eggplants or other long, slender eggplants, 7 to 8 inches (17.5 to 20 cm) long, about 3/4 pound (375 g) total weight, left unpeeled
Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) olive oil, plus extra as needed 6 ounces (185 g) fresh creamy goat cheese 1/4 cup (60 mL) finely chopped pitted black olives 1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose f lour, plus extra as needed 3 or 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup (250 mL) fine fresh breadcrumbs, plus extra as needed Peanut oil or vegetable oil for deep-frying Trim the ends of the eggplants. Cut each one lengthwise into slices about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick and 6 to 7 inches (15 to 17.5 cm) long. Select the 24 best slices, setting aside the remainder to chop up and include in a vegetable stew or other preparation. Lightly season the slices with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Working in batches and taking care not to overcrowd the pan, saute the eggplant slices in a single layer until tender and lightly golden on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes total. Transfer the slices to paper towels to drain and cool, adding more oil to the pan as needed to saute remaining slices. In a small bowl, thoroughly stir together the goat cheese and olives. Using about 1 teaspoonful for each crisp, scoop up the mixture and form 24 small balls, placing each ball near one end of a cooled eggplant slice. Carefully roll up the slice, tucking in the sides as you do to completely enclose the filling in the eggplant. Secure with a thin wooden skewer or long wooden toothpick. In a deep, heavy saucepan or an electric deep fryer, heat about 3 inches (7.5 cm) of the peanut oil to a temperature of 350 F (175 C) on a deep-frying thermometer or the deep fryer thermostat. Meanwhile, arrange the f lour, eggs and breadcrumbs in separate bowls side by side near the stove or the deep fryer. When the oil is hot, one at a time, lightly coat each eggplant ball with f lour, shaking off the excess; then, dip it into the egg and finally roll it in the bread crumbs to coat it evenly. As you f inish coating each egg plant ball, carefully place each one in the hot oil and cook until deep golden brown, 30 seconds. (Take care not to overcrowd the oil, cooking in batches as necessary.) As each ball is done, use a metal slotted spoon or wire skimmer to remove it from the oil, transferring it to clean paper towels to drain. Arrange the eggplant crisps on a platter and serve immediately, leaving the skewers or toothpicks in if you like for easy serving as an hors d’oeuvre. Or carefully slide out the skewers or toothpicks if adding the crisps to a salad or another dish.
(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) © 2018 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.
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