United For Impact Wine Event

RED BANK – Save the date for the United For Impact Wine Event, October 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Navesink Country Club, 50 Luffburrow Lane, Red Bank.

Enjoy exquisite wines paired with delicious food to benefit the critical work of United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. More information to follow.

Tallwoods Care Center’s Annual Health Fair

BAYVILLE – The annual health fair is back again on August 29 from 4 to 6 p.m. at 18 Butler Boulevard, Bayville.

Join for health information, entertainment, BBQ, vendors, and more! This event is free to attend.

Aromatherapy For Teens

TOMS RIVER – Educator and essential oils specialist, Danielle Boska, will provide teens with a rejuvenating and hands on experience with therapeutic oils and scents. Teens will leave refreshed with their own essential oils based crafts. Essential oils provide ways to relax, recharge, and rejuvenate the teen mind, body, and soul.

This interactive class will provide education, testimony, and tips on how to use Aromatherapy in the teen’s everyday life. Class will be at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch on August 28 at 6:30 p.m., and at the Berkeley Branch on August 31 at 6:30 p.m. Register at bit. ly/3DDDKVO.

Bus Trip To The Museum Of The American Revolution

TOMS RIVER – Join the Ocean County Historical Society as they start to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary!

The group’s bus trip to the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia will be held on September 23. The cost is $45 for members and students, $55 for non-members and this includes a charter bus (please note there is no restroom on the bus, but a quick stop will occur in each direction), bus driver gratuity, and museum admission. There is a restaurant in the museum and numerous others in the immediate area. The museum is located right in the Historic District so there is much more to see and do.

The bus will depart promptly at 9 a.m. from the Ocean County Historical Society, located at 26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River. Arrive by 8:30 a.m. so they can get everybody checked in. They will depart from the museum at 2:30 p.m. and expect to return at approximately 4 p.m.

To reserve a spot, call Jeff Schenker at 609-339-9134.

Ocean County Library’s Online Autism Resources Center

TOMS RIVER – Individuals with autism and their families find access to quality support systems through the Ocean County Library’s online Autism Resources Center.

Now, OCL is pleased to announce that the listings are larger and more diversified and offers free listings of responsible professional agencies, nonprofit groups and companies that address needs associated with the autism spectrum.

The expanded online menu features: Resources – Autism-related organizations, social media groups, Parenting magazine’s “Best Autism Apps,” digital and print books, a remote-learning guide, augmentative and alternative communication devices, and a sensory cookbook. Community Events – Links to Ocean County Special Needs Registry, Toms River Field of Dreams, Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services, Children’s Specialized Hospital activities and programs for children and adults, Disability Rights New Jersey, NJCSOC Assistive

Technology Funds, and PerformCare summer camps.

OCL Videos – Recorded, archival presentations given during OCL’s annual Autism Resources Fairs and a virtual “tour” of OCL’s Sensory Spaces, viewable on the Library’s YouTube channel. Sensory Space – Photos and descriptions of the components Sensory Spaces in OCL’s Toms River and Jackson branches, plus a calendar of related events. This Is My Library – Social stories applicable to each OCL branch. Where to Go and What to Do – Recreational, educational, entertainment, and dining venues throughout New Jersey that mindfully provide accommodations for individuals with autism and their families.

OCL staffers regularly update the information with additions of reputable, established organizations dedicated to supporting individuals with autism. See all the current information at theoceancountylibrary.org/autism.

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Ocean County Library Resumes Home Borrower Service At All Branches

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Library is pleased to announce the restoration of its popular, free Home Borrower Service, which provides items for patrons who cannot physically visit a branch. The service is available through all OCL branches.

The Home Borrower Service was paused in March 2020 at the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Operations officially resumed July 26.

Trained, background-checked volunteers visit homes of patrons in the program every three weeks, to deliver and retrieve regular or large print books and audiobooks. Pa- trons are welcome to choose their favorite genres, authors, and formats.

Volunteers are matched to patrons in their own communities. A physician’s verification form is required for eligibility to use the Home Borrower Service. Applicants receive forms upon submitting requests for participation.

More information about OCL’s Home Borrower Service can be found at theoceancountylibrary.org/services/homebound-services/home-borrowers-service Patrons and prospective volunteers can email hvs@theoceancountylibrary.org or call 732-349-6200 ext. 5530.

Gator Store Donations & Ocean Gate Day

OCEAN GATE – Donate a toy/items to the “Gator Store” and be entered to win a prize! Items the students love: books, slime, games, outdoor activities, STEM project kits, art, supplies, bouncy balls, water bottles, card games, Rubix cubes, school supplies, etc. Each item donated will receive one entry tickets to the raffle. A table will be set up with PTO at Ocean Gate Day, where donations can be dropped off. Items can also be dropped off at the school prior Ocean Day for a raffle ticket. Winner will be drawn at 3 p.m. Any questions, call 732-269-3023.

The Gator Store is a school-based store the students earn money (gator bucks) by displaying the 6 Pillars of Character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring and Citizenship.

Ocean Gate Day will be on August 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Discovery Nature Walks

BEACHWOOD – Join a park naturalist on these brief, but informative, nature walks through Jakes Branch Park. Weather permitting - walks will not exceed 30 minutes. Meet at the Na - ture Center, Jakes Branch County Park. Walks take place on Sundays, through September 17, at 2 p.m. Walks are free and open to all ages. More information at oceancountyparks.org.

• Total shoulder arthroplasty (Anatomic and Reverse)

• ACL/PCL reconstruction

• Complex knee ligamentous reconstruction

• Knee cartilage preservation surgery (OATs/MACI/HTO Meniscal Transplant)

• Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair Shoulder instability (Arthroscopic and open)

• Hip Arthroscopy

• Ankle Arthroscopy

• Robotic total knee arthroplasty

MD & RESIDENCY: Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine

FELLOWSHIP: New England Baptist Hospital