2024-05-04 - The Berkeley Times

Art Show Celebrates Students’ Creativity And Talent

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– The annual art show was more than just a showcase of talent – it was also a teaching moment.

Art is often created in a studio and then revealed to the viewer later. Here, the artists got to see the reactions from their fellow students and from adults who came to visit. They saw firsthand what kind of impact they could make and what effect their art had on others.

The media center was

turned into an art studio during class, and parents were invited to an evening session as well. Paintings and photographs were hung on walls. Wood shop carvings and furniture were on display, as were pottery and sculptures. Students were tasked with making board games and packaging for products that don’t exist. Students walked through the studio, taking in works of art in any medium you could imagine, from oil, ceramics, digital art,

pencil, charcoal, fibersor some combination of two or more.

Technology is also part of the process. Computer aided drafting (CAD) is a program at the school and those students had their designs on display.

A 3-D printer slowly made a tiny version of a home layout.

A green screen was set up outside the library where a film crew was asking kids to record messages to outgoing seniors for a compilation video.

A panel of artists judged each category, said Terri Wyman, photography teacher. Ribbons tagged the winners.

The art show is always on Bring Your Child To Work Day so that youth can see these projects and be inspired, she said. There was an artists alley where students were showing off their art, photos, cards, and more for sale. Quite a few were doing custom orders. Many kids were leaving with bracelets

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Piney Author Fights Stereotypes, Shares Rich Local History

By Stephanie Faughnan

PINE BARRENS -

William “Bill” Lewis, 50, served as a Marine, studied hard at night to earn a degree with top honors, and works

for the federal government. On top of all that, he’s authored four books, produced a documentary film, and delivered guest lectures on several occasions.

Lewis also just happens to be a third-generation Piney, a fact that might strike some as inconsistent with their image of a people quite proud of their

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– A company capping an old landfill and installing a solar field over it is the future, and officials said it’s a perfect way to bring green energy to the state and create jobs. The solar fields, dubbed Eagle 1 and 2, were built over the municipal landfill behind the Public Works Department off Pinewald-Keswick Road. The town

hasn’t used the landfill in decades. Although it was covered, it wasn’t capped. Capping a landfill keeps rain from running through it, taking harmful materials on its way to the groundwater. Capping a landfill costs millions. That’s why a business did it for free in exchange for leasing the land to build the solar array. Then, going forward, residents would

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Daughters Of American Revolution Honor Local Founder

By Stephanie Faughnan

TOMS RIVER - The Captain Joshua Huddy

Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently rededicated a plaque honoring their organizing regent, Virginia Watson Reeve. The ceremony high-

lighted her dedication to the organization, her passion for history, and her strong character. The rededication service was held at the Ocean County Historical Society Garden, where the plaque was relocated from its original site near Toms

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(Left) Paintings like this were on display at the library. (Right) Evan Groiss illustrated with bleach on black shirts.

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William “Bill” Lewis displays the first of his books – “New Jersey’s Lost Piney Culture.”

Photo by Stephanie Faughnan

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or henna tattoos. They sat for artists to draw their likeness.

Evan Groiss was “painting” with bleach on black t-shirts. Using simple brush strokes, he illustrated animals and other images on the shirts.

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get reduced costs. Over the course of the last few years, township officials worked with CS Energy, state departments, and more to make this happen.

At the public unveiling of the solar fields, Mayor John Bacchione thanked Governor Phil Murphy for helping the town navigate the process with the Pinelands Commission and other bodies that had requirements. The event was a celebration of the hard work of a number of professionals who got this across the finish line.

Once online, the solar energy will power 1,600 homes in Berkeley and other areas in the grid. Murphy mentioned Toms River specifically. He said this is a major milestone toward his goal of 100% green energy in the state by 2035.

The governor thanked the Biden administration for providing $156 million in New Jersey solar projects that are helping conduct this process throughout the state.

Senator Carmen Amato was Berkeley’s mayor when this process first started. He thanked officials like Township Engineer James Oris and Business Administrator John Camera. He also thanked the governor’s office and the assemblymen for helping “on behalf of all the residents who will benefit from this.”

Eric Millard, chief commercial officer for CS Energy, said residents will see $7 million in savings over the life of the project.

He also mentioned that he believed this was the first such success in the state – and perhaps even the country. When Murphy heard this, he said that he wanted to sit down with Christine Guhl-Sadovy, the president of the Board of

He pointed to a stack of empty shirt hangers to show how many shirts he moved. The art show was a lesson in how to gauge what your audience likes and how to interact with potential customers.

“This shows that there is a career in the arts,” he said. “I’ve made over $300 already.”

Public Utilities (who was in attendance) and Shawn M. LaTourette, the commissioner of Environmental Protection in the weeks to come to see if they could re-create Berkeley’s success in other towns.

They would need to get a list of uncapped municipal landfills and see where this could be feasible, he later said to reporters.

“We figured out the playbook,” Millard said. They could do it again elsewhere. He and the governor both acknowledged that there are a lot of uncapped landfills in the state.

Robert Shimko, business manager of IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) 400, said “We appreciate every opportunity the State of New Jersey has given organized labor.”

Anjuli Ramos-Busot, the director of the state chapter of the Sierra Club, said that having a solar field over an unbuildable spot like a landfill is a perfect location. “We shouldn’t be using open space or cutting down trees,” she said. “This site is an inspiration.”

What’s Next?

Bacchione told The Berkeley Times that the solar panels have been tested and are working, but they are not yet feeding the grid.

Before it gets to the public, he expects the energy company to inform residents of how to join the agreement for the reduced cost electricity.

“That landfill should’ve been cleaned up 50 years ago,” he said. The fact that they took a blighted area and made it clean in a way that is also providing jobs and a savings in energy costs for residents is a win all around.

It will save money in other ways, too, because the town didn’t have to pay to cap the landfill. Berkeley Township will not be responsible for any maintenance of the solar panels, Bacchione confirmed.

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deep-rooted lineage.

The term “Piney” often conjures up images of backwoods stereotypes or folklore characters. Lewis considers the word an unmistakable slur and has made it his mission to reclaim the narrative of the Piney identity.

“We know with a stereotype there’s little to no truth,” said Lewis. “We’re just labeling people because they’re different, and we don’t understand them.”

The spark for Lewis’ fi rst book, “New Jersey’s Lost Piney Culture,” ignited during a seemingly ordinary encounter. An avid birder, Lewis was hiking in Florida when

he met a couple from Indiana. The gentleman, sporting a Wharton State Forest hat, asked Lewis if he’d ever heard of the Pine Barrens.

Lewis explained that he was from the Pine Barrens and was surprised to hear the couple had just visited the area. They became interested in it after reading “The Pine Barrens,” a book written by John McPhee in 1967, a staff writer for The New Yorker “I’d never read the book, but my curiosity was piqued, and I picked up a copy,” said Lewis. “In my opinion, it’s what saved the Pinelands. It galvanized the environmental movement and made it a national preserve along with Governor Byrne.”

While some of the book’s details rang familiar, others hit Lewis to his core.

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McPhee said the classic example of a Piney was someone who pulled pinecones and red sphagnum moss. Lewis recalled his close family members doing the same and came up with the conclusion that his family were Pineys.

“And then he said that Pineys was a derogatory word,” Lewis related. “And referred to backward people and incestual and immoral people.”

Lewis knew at the point that it was time for someone who lived the Piney culture to set the record straight.

The History Of The Pineys

In “New Jersey’s Lost Piney Culture,” Lewis identifies ten types of Pineys – all of whom have enjoyed the vast land known as the Pine Barrens. His research revealed that the Pine Barrens comprises 1.1 million acres in 56 municipalities.

As far as Lewis is concerned, one doesn’t have to be from the Pine Barrens to earn the Piney distinction. He gave the example of a woman who moved from Staten Island as worthy of being called a Piney – because of her sheer love for the land.

“I am a different Piney than my grandfather was,” Lewis added. “He couldn’t read or write.”

“I’m college educated, but that doesn’t mean I’m smarter than he was,” continued Lewis. “He had a different knowledge set

than I do.”

The origins of the term “Piney” trace back to the Pine Barrens, where early inhabitants forged a way of life deeply intertwined with its beautiful landscape. For generations, Pineys fostered a spirit of self-reliance and community - living off government-owned land.

Lewis described his grandfather’s generation as pioneers and painted a picture of a community adapting to the seasons and opportunities available to them.

“Their routines shifted throughout the year. They’d pick blueberries in the summer and participate in the cranberry harvest come fall – both staples of Piney history,” said Lewis. But that wasn’t all. Year-round, they’d collect dry flowers, a tradition that stretched all the way down to Tuckerton.

Many of the people Lewis interviewed for his book recalled meticulously collecting “pine balls,” as they were called, specifically from pygmy pines. Pinecones and dried flowers served a decorative purpose, fueling a thriving industry until its decline in the 1990s.

Plastic flowers took the place of dried natural blooms – and pinecones were suddenly imported from overseas.

Lewis reminisced about his childhood and recalled the excitement of knowing there was always something to harvest and make some money. He credited his strong work ethic to the days he and his little sister bundled up to collect pine balls in Warren Grove. People dressed in their Sunday

fi nest stared at them when they stopped in a diner to warm up and get special treats.

“I consider Pineys to be farmers without owning the land,” explained Lewis. “They were farming with different types of plants in the Pine Barrens.”

However, a shift came with the establishment of the Pinelands National Reserve. Public lands had always been associated with rules against removing anything from them. What had been somewhat lax enforcement changed. What was once considered sustainable harvesting – collecting pinecones and participating in the dry flower trade – was absolutely against the rules.

Authorities cracked down, impounding vehicles and issuing fi nes. A way of life passed down through generations became an unexpected source of confl ict.

Meanwhile, the Pineys’ struggle with misconceptions dates far back in history. In the early 20th century, acting New Jersey Governor James F. Fielder ran for office advocating for the segregation and sterilization of Pineys. His stance was based on a flawed eugenics study conducted by Dr. Henry Goddard.

“It was his fi ndings with a young Piney girl that really started the eugenics movement,” said Lewis. “It was the idea that she was feebleminded, and it was something that was bred and went up and down the family tree.”

More On The Pine Barrens

A world traveler who truly feels there’s no

place like home, Lewis speaks passionately about the Pine Barrens. He’s an expert on the region’s flora, the hidden paths leading to tranquility, and even its local legends. His latest book, “South Jersey Legends & Lore,” explores both the well-known Jersey Devil and lesser-known stories like John Bacon’s tale, highlighting the Pine Barrens’ role in the American Revolution.

For younger audiences, Lewis crafted “Adventure With Piney Joe,” which takes children on a journey blending history with folklore, fostering an appreciation for the area’s people and rich heritage. Lewis has also designed a coloring book called “Piney Everlasting, Volume 1.”

The documentary, “The Reluctant Piney,” offers a glimpse into the lives of other Piney community members, further enriching the understanding of this resilient group.

“I call them reluctant because they’re reluctant to leave the woods,” Lewis explained. “They’re reluctant to get a 40-hour workweek – reluctant to have a boss.”

“They were all their own individual bosses,” continued Lewis. “Whatever they did in the woods that day, that’s the amount of money they would come home with. Progress kept coming along and pushing them out of the woods.”

Lewis’s books are available on Amazon. For those interested in learning more, his Facebook page, Piney Tribe, boasts over 11,000 followers and offers daily content about the Pine Barrens and its people.

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“Protect American Widows Act” Extends Tax Break ree Years

From The Desk Of Congressman Jefferson Van Drew

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Jefferson Van Drew (R-2 nd ) introduced the Protect American Widows Act to help alleviate the financial burden of grieving widows. Currently, widows are

only able to file their taxes as a surviving spouse for two years. This bill would extend that period of time to five years, providing an extended lifeline to those facing some of their hardest times.

“This expansion of financial relief can make all the difference to those trying to navigate the loss of their loved one,” said Congressman Van Drew. “Our fellow

Americans deserve empathy and compassion, and two years is just not enough time to financially recover from such a deep loss. By extending the timeline of this relief, we are easing the financial pressure of these grieving spouses and lifting some of the weight off their shoulders.”

Background: This bill would amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow widowed spouses to

file as a surviving spouse, which would qualify them to utilize the married filing jointly tax rate, for five taxable years as opposed to the current twoyear limit.

This bill would apply to returns filed for taxable years following December 31st, 2023.

This bill was drafted in coordination with a group of widows from South Jersey who came to the Congressman with this proposal.

Legislation Would Address Plastic Production Crisis

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), along with U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (D-CA-02), reintroduced the Protecting Communities from Plastics Act, legislation that addresses the plastic production crisis that is fueling climate change and perpetuating environmental injustice.

With plastic production and consumption on track to double in the next decade, the resulting greenhouse gas emissions threaten to put our climate goals further out of reach, while expanded plastic production will drive more pollution in environmental justice communities around the United States. Petrochemical, plastic production, and waste incineration facilities, which are disproportionately located in or near Black, Brown, and low-income communities, release harmful air and water pollution that cause increased incidences of

asthma, cancers, endocrine disruption, development disorders, and heart disease. Transitioning off of fossil fuels only to replace that demand with more fossil-based plastic production is not a sustainable solution, and will continue to perpetuate existing climate and environmental justice impacts.

The Protecting Communities from Plastics Act would directly tackle the plastic pollution crisis by cracking down on the plastic production process, building on key provisions from the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act to address the harmful environmental justice impacts of this growing sector, and moving our economy away from an overreliance on single-use plastic.

It would establish stricter rules for petrochemical plants to safeguard the health of American communities and reduce greenhouse gas emissions fueling the climate crisis.

Additionally, it would begin to shift the U.S. economy away from its dependence on certain single-use plastics, creating new nationwide targets for plastic source

reduction and reuse in the packaging and food service sectors. These targets are paired with federal incentives to spur expansion of reusable and refillable systems, with an emphasis on ensuring benefits are realized in environmental justice communities.

“The plastic pollution crisis is an urgent threat to our public and environmental health. Communities living near plastics facilities often suffer from exposure to harmful pollutants and increased longterm health complications,” said Senator Booker. “As we continue to tackle climate change and transition to a clean energy economy, fossil-based plastic production undermines our efforts to reduce our carbon emissions and address environmental injustice. This legislation will create nationwide targets for single-use plastic source reduction and pause the permitting of new and expanded plastics facilities while the EPA makes much-needed regulatory updates.”

“When it comes to reducing waste, we are taught the three Rs: reduce, reuse, and recycle. However, the reality for plastics is really the three Bs: buried, burned, or borne out to sea - which means dangerous chemicals are seeping into our soil, air,

and water. This is a public health emergency for Americans everywhere, and disproportionately impacts communities of color and low-wealth communities,” said Senator Merkley, who serves as the Chair of the Environment and Public Works subcommittee overseeing environmental justice and chemical safety.

“With plastic particles ending up on the snowcaps of the Arctic and inside our own bloodstreams, it’s clear we need strong legislation like the Protecting Communities from Plastics Act to get the plastics crisis under control. I will continue to work alongside my colleagues to get these solutions signed into law.”

“Plastic production is toxic at every stage beginning with the extraction of fossil fuels, continuing by polluting the air and water of communities near production facilities, poisoning our very bodies and ultimately harming our ocean upon which all life depends. We applaud the Protecting Communities from Plastics Act for seeking to stop this egregious harm and providing a much-needed course correction toward the cleaner, healthier and more sensible future we all deserve,” said Jennifer Savage, Plastic Pollution Initiative Senior Manager, Surfrider Foundation.

National Active & Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE)

MANCHESTER – Chapter 637, Northern Ocean County, and Chapter 1619, Greater Lakehurst, of NARFE would like to invite all Federal Employees, active and retired, or spouses of deceased federal employees, to join the monthly combined meetings. They discuss benefits, pensions and annuities. Each month there is a guest

speaker on relevant topics, fellowship and refreshments. Meetings are the 3rd Monday of the month (excluding January, February, July and August). They meet at 1 p.m. at the Manchester Municipal Building, Route 37 West and Colonial Drive, Manchester, in the downstairs meeting room (elevator available). They

look forward to welcoming new and current members.

May 20 – Speaker: Ms. Dena Glynn, Director of Outreach & Community Relations of Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey, will be discussing the services they offer seniors and those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or Dementia as well as

volunteer opportunities available. June 10 – Spring Luncheon, Place to be determined.

July & August – No meetings, see you in September

Any questions or further information, call Janet Adams at 732-279-3857 or Shirley Veiga at 732-408-7482.

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Annual Barnegat Bay Blitz Celebrates Earth Month

BERKELEY – In celebration of Earth Month, the annual Barnegat Bay Blitz was held on April 23 in Berkeley Township.

Numerous employees from Veolia Water and volunteers from Save Barnegat Bay and Ocean County came to help pick up debris and trash in and around C&C Marina.

A very special thank you to Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Commissioner Shawn LaTourette who joined the Mayor and Councilman Byrnes

courtesy Berkeley Township at the cleanup. Berkeley Township donated garbage bags, gloves, and grips to assist the Blitz volunteers.

“Berkeley Township has the most waterfront property in all of Ocean County when you include Island Beach State Park. We appreciate the DEP Commissioner coming to our town and highlighting the efforts to keep our land and water clean by removing litter from our neighborhoods,” Mayor Bacchione said.

“Day Before” Mother’s Day Tea

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BAYVILLE – Come join the hostess with the mostest, Helen King and her Victorian Tea Committee - Peg Crawford, Nancy Racht Rotondi Karen Elliott-Ricotta, Viviane Jambor, Norma Rush, and Josie Manfre-Morey, as they celebrate Mother’s Day and the Victorian Era with a lovely afternoon tea.

Those of you who attended last year’s tea and our Fall Tea know the food is fabulous, the company is glorious, the costumes and hats are magnificent, and the entertainment is hilarious!

As always, the Mother’s Day Tea will be

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held the day before Mother’s Day so as not to interfere with the family plans. Gentlemen are most certainly welcome to attend! All proceeds go to the restoration of the Berkeley Township Historical Society Museum.

“Day Before” Mother’s Day Tea will be on May 11 from 1 to 4 p.m. at The Bayville Fire House, Route 9 in Bayville. Cost is $25 per person.

Send checks made payable to BTHS to: Karen Ricotta, 543 Eastern Boulevard, Bayville.

Regional Alumni Association 17th Annual Golf Tournament

BERKELEY – Central Regional Alumni Association 17th Annual Golf Tournament will be held on June 6 at Cedar Creek Golf Course in Bayville.

Cost is $120 includes cart and greens fee, breakfast at the course and late lunch at Yesterdays after the tournament where there will be a gift auction.

In addition, the big 50/50 ticket will be drawn at the event. One in 100 odds. Only 100 tickets sold. Each ticket is $100. Half proceeds of sale or if all tickets sold. $5,000 to winner. You have to be in it to win it!

Contact crhsaa@gmail.com for more information.

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Girls So ball League Celebrates Opening Day

BERKELEY – On a rainy Saturday, April 20, Mayor Bacchione and the Township Council attended the opening day parade and ceremony for the Berkeley Township Girls Softball League at Veterans Park. They were joined by our police, fi re and EMS departments.

Trees Planted In Honor Of Earth Day

BERKELEY – Happy Earth Day! Mayor John Bacchione joined with employees at Aqua New Jersey for a celebratory Earth Day tree planting in Veterans Park. Together, they planted four maple trees.

“Making Berkeley Township a better place to

courtesy Berkeley Township live, work and play is always our goal. I want to thank Aqua New Jersey for the donation of these trees at Veterans Park. These trees will not improve our park, but benefit the environment for years to come, and I can’t think of a more perfect way to mark Earth Day this year.”

Berkeley Township Summer Camp

BERKELEY – Summer camp is $300 for a six-week program, which includes a t-shirt. (sign up now to avoid a $50 late registration fee).

Pre-camp program is $250 for the sixweek program. Post-camp program is

$350 for six-week program. Pre & Post Camp Program is $550 for the six weeks programs.

Manitou Basketball Camp is $300 for a six-week program, which includes a t-shirt. For more information, call 732-244-7400.

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Students Complete G.R.E.A.T. Program Training

SOUTH TOMS RIVER – At South Toms River Elementary School, Lt. Michael Schneidt and Sgt. Anthony Giacinti awarded graduation certificates and celebrated with a pizza party for the 5th Grade students upon completing their G.R.E.A.T. Program training!

Gang Resistance Education And Training (G.R.E.A.T.) is an evidence-based and effective gang and violence prevention program built around school-based, law enforcement officer-instructed classroom

Photo courtesy South Toms River Police curricula. This was the 8th year of presenting the program to the 5th grade class at STRE and it is defi nitely one of the highlights of the year for our instructors!

A special thank you goes out to LT’s Pizzeria, South Toms River Elementary 5th grade teachers Mrs. Nye, Mr. Doncsecz, Mrs. Tardibuono, Administrative Assistant Victoria Heale, Principal Dennis Holzapfel and Supervisor of Instruction Nikole Mustica. Congratulations 5th Grade students!

Two O cers Promoted At Meeting

SOUTH TOMS RIVER – Mayor Oscar Cradle and the council members of the Borough of South Toms River congratulate the promotions to sergeant to Officer Wil-

Photo courtesy South Toms River liam Kosh, Jr. and to lieutenant to Officer Anthony Giacinti. The Borough of South Toms River appreciates your dedication and for keeping the community safe.

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Start Wearing Hearing Aids Earlier In Life!

Neurodegenerative dementias such as Alzheimer’s disease are a major health problem in the aging worldwide population. The number of people living with dementia is projected to increase 57% in the next two decades. This rising global prevalence, combined with the lack of effective drugs, has made the prevalence of dementia a public health concern.

A recent study showed that intervention on risk factors not including hypertension might prevent 35% of dementia cases and that the strongest midlife risk factor for dementia is hearing impairment. Because hearing impairment is prevalent, alleviating it might delay the point older adults cross the critical threshold of impairment into dementia. In fact, the prevalence of hearing impairment increases to 90% of individuals age 85 years or older.

Thus, the timing of beginning hearing aid use is crucial in the success of hearing aids as an intervention in old age. It is well documented that most folks will procrastinate at least 7-10 years before they even get a hearing test. Yet, we have yearly eye exams, dental checks, and routine screenings for skin cancer. This is all preventive medicine. It is my professional opinion that once you turn 50 years of age, you should have a complete hearing evaluation. Early identification of hearing impairment coupled with consistent hearing aid use will improve cognitive function and potentially delay the onset of cognitive decline.

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Volunteers Needed At New Jersey Blood Services

NEW JERSEY – New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of the team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No medical background necessary. Volunteers should be outgoing to provide friendly customer service, be able to perform tasks as needed and must

provide proof of COVID Vaccination prior to volunteering. Must have transportation. All training is provided including additional precautions for the safety of our team and blood donors.

For additional information call or text Sharon Zetts, Manager, NJBS Volunteer Services at 732-850-8906, Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To apply online as a blood drive volunteer, go to: volgistics.com/appform/2127944197.

All-Recovery Support Meeting

TOMS RIVER – Join HOPE Sheds Light every Tuesday for the All-Recovery Meeting at the Ocean County College. This peer-led group meets from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Wellness and Recovery Center, Building 4, Room 113, offering

support and connection for those affected by substance use disorder. Your presence can make a difference – we hope to see you there.

For more information, contact victoria@ HOPEShedsLight.org.

Al-Anon Meetings Available Locally

OCEAN COUNTY – Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Family Groups may be able to help you. Call their 24-hour hotline for local meeting locations at 888-944-5678.

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Raw Unfiltered Honey Vs. Pasteurized: A Guide For Allergy Sufferers

Honey, nature’s golden delight, has graced our tables and enriched our diets for centuries. Interestingly, Americans consume about one and a half pounds of honey per person annually! While honey’s rich flavor and health benefits are widely celebrated, for those with allergies, the choice between raw and pasteurized honey involves more than just taste, it’s about well-being.

When you go shopping to buy honey, you’ll see two choices. So let’s delve into the distinctions between “raw/unfiltered” and “pasteurized” honey to determine which is more suitable for pollen allergy sufferers.

1. Raw and Unfiltered Honey - Raw honey is minimally processed. It is not pasteurized, meaning it isn’t heated at high temperatures, and only lightly filtered, preserving most of its natural nutrients, including pollen, antioxidants, and enzymes. These components are believed to support immune function and might even offer allergy relief to some. However, for people sensitive to pollen, consuming raw honey could pose risks. Although the pollen in raw honey typically differs from the wind-borne pollen that triggers seasonal allergies, it can still provoke reactions in highly-sensitive folks. The benefits of raw honey also include a complex flavor profile that varies with the flowers visited by the bees. It also contains beneficial enzymes.

2. Pasteurized Honey - Pasteurized honey is heated sufficiently to kill yeast cells and remove any crystallization, creating a smoother product. This process significantly reduces the pollen content, making it a safer option if

you consider yourself to be allergic to pollen, or have severe senstivities. It’s just as sweet, and has some health benefits but with a lower risk of causing allergic reactions. The type of flowers that bees pollinate can greatly influence the medicinal properties of honey. For example, Manuka honey from New Zealand is famed for its antimicrobial properties, while North American clover honey is often used for its soothing qualities against coughs and throat irritations. Buckwheat honey, known for its high antioxidant content, is another variety that is dark and rich, commonly used for boosting the immune system and respiratory health.

And then there is agave nectar, a totally different natural sweetener that is right next to the honey section. This is derived from a succulent plant, and it does not contain pollen. Choosing between raw and pasteurized honey (and agave) depends on all these factors. I like all of those better than artificial sweeteners, but that’s just me!

In conclusion, I recommend pasteurized honey for allergy sufferers due to its reduced pollen content, and raw/unfiltered honey for people without pollen sensitivities. The latter offers a richer nutrient profile and a deeper connection to the flora that bees have visited.

Whether used as a sweetener in tea or drizzled on top of yogurt, selecting the right type of honey can help you enjoy its health benefits safely and delightfully. I have a longer version of this article at my website with more sweetener options and more detail. To have it emailed, just sign up for my free weekly newsletter at suzycohen.com.”

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Educating Our Community On Nursing Home Abuse

By: Michael J. Deem, Esq. of R.C. Shea & Associates

People put their elderly parent or grandparent in a nursing home so that they can be safely taken care of, so that someone can properly look after them in their old age. No one expects that these nursing home residents should get anything less than the proper care and respect that they deserve, but with the horrifying rise in nursing care abuse, this is not always the case.

According to the National Center on Elder Abuse in the United States, more than 30 percent of all nursing homes in America indulge in some form of resident abuse.

Statistics show that nearly 50 percent of all nursing homes are short staffed. The staff people who do work in these facilities are underpaid, overworked, and all too often overburdened, which in turn leads to elder neglect and abuse.

Even more alarming is the prediction that the problem will only worsen in the near future. More than 91% of nursing homes lack adequate staff to properly care for patients. A Health and Human Services Department report found patients in understaffed nursing homes were more likely to suffer from a variety of problems, such as bed sores, malnutrition, weight loss, dehydration, pneumonia, and serious blood born infections. It’s a serious concern that will only increase with time, given that the population of people aged 85 or older is expected to

double to 8.9 million by the year 2030.

Signs of abuse and neglect may be (but are not limited to) evidence such as patterns of bruising, unexplained injuries, frequent infections, bedsores, questionable hygiene, appearance of malnutrition, emotional distress, and unsanitary living conditions. Document any such evidence you observe, and bring it to the attention of your attorney. Neglect can be just as harmful in the long run as abuse, leading to additional health problems and possibly death. Nursing home abuse isn’t limited to physical abuse; there can also be emotional, verbal, and psychological abuse, where an elder is demeaned or humiliated in other ways.

Many elders needlessly suffer from nursing home abuse in which they are manipulated, humiliated, or physically harmed by the very people entrusted with providing them with loving and tender care. Instances of physical, sexual and verbal abuse have taken place at the very nursing homes where elders are actually supposed to be well taken care of; unfortunately, cases of nursing home abuse in America and also in New Jersey are rising rather than falling.

If you think a loved one is the victim of Nursing Home Abuse call the trial attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates for a free consultation to discuss their rights.

Ocean Gate Elementary School BlueClaws Night

OCEAN GATE – Take me out to the ball game! Come to ShoreTown on May 30 for the Ocean Gate School District Picnic! First pitch is at 7:05 p.m. and food service runs from 6 to 8 p.m. in the First Base Picnic.

Kids tickets are just $20 and adult tickets are just $25 each. Purchase tickets at: fevo-enterprise.com/ event/Oceangate24.Questions about your outing? email rmcgillick@blueclaws.com.

Fire Hydrant Flushing

PINE BEACH – The Borough of Pine Beach Water Department Fire Hydrant Flushing will be on May 8 and May 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

During this time period, they ask that you refrain from washing clothes or using your dishwasher as there could be sediment stirred up by flushing.

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e Largest Venomous Animal On Earth

By Renee A. Thomaier Retired New Jersey State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator

Originally discovered in Australia, the Komodo dragon migrated from their native home in Indonesia approximately 900,000 years ago. Comprised of only a handful of islands in Indonesia, the Komodo National Park is one of the wild places you would fi nd the dragon, where they are heavily monitored to protect their habitat as well as visitors. The dragon is also found in parts of Africa, Australia, and southeastern Asia.

and the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park in Washington, D.C., to name a few) where you can visit. The fascination in this lizard’s large size and predatory habits has contributed to it becoming a tourist attraction. In turn, that attraction has supported its protection.

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The Komodo dragon, a member of the monitor lizard family, can reach a length of 10 feet long and weight more than 300 pounds. They are the world’s largest lizard with a massive appetite for meat. The Indonesian islands are one place where these dragons can be found in their native habitat. Don’t think that you can travel to one of these islands and take a walk through the woods by yourself. The woods are full of these massive creatures and being accompanied by a ranger or guide who is armed with a 6-foot-long wooden staff is required. Listed as an endangered species, conservation is promoted throughout the United States (Pittsburgh Zoo, the Bronx Zoo,

The diet of this predator consists of mostly carrion, but they can take down enormous prey, such as deer, pigs, cattle, water buffalo, along with members of their own species. They can occasionally be dangerous to humans. When hunting for prey, it is their venomous bite delivering toxins that causes the prey’s blood to clot, causing the animal to go into shock, leading to rapid blood loss. The animal is dead or near death when the dragon takes possession of their prey. In one sitting the Komodo dragon is capable of consuming 80% of their body weight. I gathered the information for this article from multiple sources so statistics may vary slightly. To reach me please call 732244-2768.

It’s illegal to possess, relocate, or cause harm to wildlife for any reason. Managing wildlife without the proper state/federal permits is illegal. Violating laws protecting wildlife is punishable by law.

Help Spread Love One Lasagna At A Time

have now been fed, but in order to prevent that from happening again, we need more volunteers to cook, donate supplies, and deliver lasagnas.”

LAWRENCEVILLE – Thanks to Lasagna Love NJ, hundreds of New Jersey residents receive a homemade lasagna every month. Whether you’re going through a fi nancial hardship or difficult medical or emotional time, Lasagna Love delivers homemade dishes as a symbol of care and compassion, bringing a sense of warmth and comfort to those in need.

New Jersey, regional director Donna Disbrow shares, “Delivering lasagnas to a family in need warms the hearts of everyone involved. About one hundred lasagnas are delivered every week in New Jersey, thanks to the kindness of our volunteers. Last Fall, 500 families waited months for a lasagna, because the requests outweighed the number of volunteers. All of those families

Lasagna Love NJ is currently looking for volunteers to cook and/or deliver lasagnas to families in need. To fi nd out how you can help, visit lasagnalove.org/volunteer to register today!

Lasagna Love is a global nonprofit organization whose volunteers purchase ingredients, cook and deliver lasagna to a family in need. Their mission is to feed families, spread kindness and strengthen communities. Since 2020 the nonprofit has joined together more than 52,000 volunteers from around the world and fed more than 1.8 million people.

Pine Beach Fire Fest VIII

PINE BEACH – Fire Fest is on again!

Come join on September 28 at Vista Park on the banks of the Toms River Riverside and Midland Aves Pine Beach.

Food trucks, vendors, live music by Drunken Clams Rock, and new for this year, a car

show! Vendors and sponsors: If you haven’t registered or paid for an ad in our book yet, the forms can be found at pinebeachfire. org/firefest.

Any questions can be sent to pbvfcfi refest@gmail.com.

EDUCATORS! Have a special event planned for your class? Let everyone know by placing a news release in this paper! Call 732-657-7344 to find out how!

Black Pumas To Take e Stage At Hard Rock Live

Photo courtesy Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

ATLANTIC CITY – Black Pumas will perform at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on August 3 at 8 p.m.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com, Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000. All shows are subject to change.

When Black Pumas made their self-titled debut in 2019, the Austin-bred duo set off a reaction almost as combustible and rapturous as their music itself. Along with earning a career total of seven Grammy Award nominations (including Album Of The Year) and winning praise from leading outlets like Pitchfork and Rolling Stone, singer/songwriter Eric Burton and guitarist/producer Adrian Quesada achieved massive success as a live act, touring large theaters all over Europe and North and South America and delivering a transcendent show Burton aptly refers to as “electric church.”

As they set to work on their highly awaited sophomore album, the band broadened their palette to include a dazzling expanse of

musical forms: heavenly hybrids of soul and symphonic pop, mind-bending excursions into jazz-funk and psychedelia, starry-eyed love songs that feel dropped down from the cosmos. Wilder and weirder and more extravagantly composed than its predecessor, Chronicles of a Diamond arrives as the fullest expression yet of Black Pumas’ frenetic creativity and limitless vision.

Like Black Pumas, Chronicles of a Diamond once again harnesses the lightningin-a-bottle chemistry between Burton (a self-taught musician who got his start busking on beaches and subway platforms in his native Los Angeles) and Quesada (a Grammy Award winner whose background includes playing in Latin-funk orchestra Grupo Fantasma and accompanying legendary artists like Prince). Produced by Quesada and primarily mixed by six-time Grammy Award winner Shawn Everett (Alabama Shakes, The War on Drugs), the ten-song LP fi nds Burton taking the role of co-producer and infusing his free-spirited musicality into every track.

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Hank Williams Jr. To Perform At Etess Arena

ATLANTIC CITY – Hank Williams Jr. takes the stage at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on July 26 at 8 p.m.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com, Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000. All shows are subject to change.

Hank Williams Jr.’s extremely impressive resume has spawned 70 million albums sold worldwide, six RIAA-certified Platinum albums, 20 RIAA Gold-certified, 13 No. 1 albums and 10 No. 1 singles. Marking 52 years since his first album in 1964, Williams Jr. released It’s About Time (Nash Icon Records) in 2016. In addition to the history-making

“Are You Ready for the Country,” the project included tunes such as “Dress Like an Icon,” “Just Call Me Hank,” “It’s About Time” and

“The Party’s On” as well as re-recorded versions of classics “Mental Revenge” and “Born to Boogie” with Brantley Gilbert, Justin Moore and Brad Paisley on guitar. It’s About Time marked Hank’s 37th studio album in his five-decade career. Following It’s About Time, Williams Jr. has released several compilations, including All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over: Great Tailgating Songs, A Country Boy Can Survive (Box Set), Hank Jr. Sings Hank Sr. and 35 Biggest Hits.

In 2022 Hank Jr. continued to redefine the boundaries of rock and country music with the genre-crossing, chart-topping release of his most recent album, Rich White Honky Blues. Debuting at No. 1 on the Current Country, Americana/Folk and Blues Albums charts, the project was a successful collaboration between Williams and GRAMMY-winning Producer,

Youth Library Volunteer Program

TOMS RIVER – Attention teens: The perfect opportunity to share your talents, broaden your knowledge and help your community is here. Beginning May 1, the Ocean County Library will accept applications for the 2024 Service and Achievement in the

Library (S.A.I.L.) program.

S.A.I.L is open to teens who are entering eighth grade and older. You’ll learn library functions, take part in projects, and develop your people skills. S.A.I.L. is a great way to earn community service hours and a terrific

addition to your résumé or CV. Positions are limited in number and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Virtual options will be at the discretion of each branch teen services librarian. Please contact your local branch teen services

Dan Auerbach. The 12-song-set was recorded live, reprising classics from Robert Johnson, Lightnin’ Hopkins, R.L. Burnside, Muddy Waters, and more, delivering reinvigorated classic blues sounds infused with Williams’ signature rock and country flavor. He continues to add accolades to an extremely impressive resume, which includes ACM Entertainer of the Year, CMA Entertainer of the Year and BMI Icon, in addition to a GRAMMY win and coveted inductions into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and Country Music Hall of Fame. As a touring artist, Hank Jr. was a pioneer in bringing arena rock production values to country music, and he remains one of the most consistent ticket sellers in music, period, as generation after generation gets turned on to one of the most dynamic live performers ever to take the stage.

librarian with your questions and concerns. Applications at theoceancountylibrary. org/teens/SAIL go live at 9 a.m. May 1. To register, complete and submit the form by your local branch’s deadline. See all about it on YouTube.

Photo courtesy Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

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Step Up For e Arc Walk & 5K Race

LAKEWOOD – The Arc, Ocean County Chapter will host the 22nd Annual Step Up for The Arc Walk and Inaugural 5K Race on May 18 at ShoreTown Ballpark, home of the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, to benefit programs and support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Step Up for The Arc is an inclusive community event to raise awareness and acceptance for people with disabilities. The 5K Race will start at 8 a.m., with check-in opening at 7 a.m. timed by Split Second Racing. There is a $30 registration fee to participate in the 5K.

The Walk and Family Fun Day will kick-off at 10 a.m. and include carnival games, arts and crafts, live performances, refreshments, a 1-mile walk, and an after-party lunch catered by Jersey Mike’s Subs. This event is free to attend and online registration is encouraged.

To register for the Step Up for The Arc Walk and 5K Race please visit

arcocean.org.

This year’s event hopes to raise $85,000 for The Arc, Ocean County Chapter’s programs and support services providing housing, employment, job training, transportation, recreation, family support, and clinical support services to 1,000 individuals with disabilities.

All participants who donate or fundraise $50 or more will receive this year’s commemorative Step Up for The Arc t-shirt. Donations can be made online directly to event participants or mailed to The Arc, Ocean County Chapter, 393 Mantoloking Road, Brick.

Thank you to our silver event sponsors Be Best You and Gallagher and our bronze sponsor Manasquan Bank. To learn about our sponsorship levels and benefits visit arcocean.org.

For more event details, email development@ arcocean.org or call us at 732-978-1414.

OCC Foundation Scholarship Celebration

TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County College Foundation will host the 2024 Scholarship Celebration on June 28 at 6 p.m. on OCC’s main campus in Toms River. The annual open-tent event is an opportunity for the Foundation to honor extraordinary individuals in the community while raising crucial funds to help students fulfi ll their dreams of a college education. Tickets and sponsorships are available now.

This year’s event will honor: The Citta Foundation for its long-standing support of OCC and the Ocean County community; Ilene Cohen, OCC’s executive director of Athletics, for her enthusiastic leadership and advocacy for the advancement of the College’s student-athletes; and College Lecturer Lincoln A. Simmons for his tremendous contributions to the academic programs at OCC and pivotal leadership roles on collegewide committees. The event committee is chaired by Michael Manzo, chair of the OCC Foundation Board of Trustees. Kenneth J. Malagiere, executive director of the OCC Foundation, will host the evening’s festivities, which

feature a gourmet buffet and a silent auction.

To support a student with a scholarship or for information on becoming a sponsor, donating an auction item, or purchasing tickets to the event, visit go.ocean.edu/gala or call the OCC Foundation at 732-2550492. Proceeds from the annual Scholarship Celebration support the mission of the Ocean County College Foundation.

Since 1965, the OCC Foundation has provided support for thousands of deserving students in our community, awarding over $21 million in direct scholarship and special program support. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we are able to continue to provide additional assistance across our college community in truly impactful ways, including the funding for the Helping Hands Food Pantry, the Blauvelt Speaker Series, the Grunin Center for the Arts, the Global Travel Experience, Veterans Affairs, the Novins Planetarium, the Citta Sailing Center, Viking Athletics, and many more college and student-led initiatives.

Ocean County Democrats Annual Luau

– Let’s gather together to celebrate the start of the summer season and kick-off the presidential election.

The Ocean County Democrats Annual Luau on May 19 from 12 to 3 p.m. at

82 Hannah Place in Bayville. Network with fellow Democrats and meet special guests, to be announced. Proceeds will support Democratic candidates up and down the ballot.

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Over $1.5M Raised For St. Jude’s Hospital

NEPTUNE – Thunder 106, a Press Communications, LLC affiliate, just completed their annual “Country Cares for St. Jude Kids Radiothon” presented by Irwin Lincoln and Irwin Mazda of Freehold raising $214,812 and pushing their total 12-year contribution to $1,551,112. St. Jude’s is the leader in cancer care, research, and treatment for children. Families never receive a bill for treatment and all travel, housing and/or food costs are paid by St. Jude’s.

The Thunder 106 Radiothon unfolded April 11 & 12, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Listeners were invited to join “Partners in Hope” and donate monthly on the St. Jude website, via phone or text. All individuals who became a partner received a “This Shirt Saves Lives” shirt.

Starting the evening of April 12, Mike Ryan, Vice President of Programming for

Thunder 106, started his 106-mile walk on the Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Pt. Pleasant, sponsored by Monmouth Park Racetrack to help raise awareness and donations. Mike said, “It means everything to me to help St Jude in their mission to end childhood cancer. Once again, our listeners came through with an amazing amount of donations … More than ever before. I am so grateful for their support!”

The walk culminated at 5 p.m. on April 14 with Boots on the Boards at Jenk’s Club, headlined by National Recording Artist and former American Idol star, Scotty McCreery and presented by Door Boy.

This year’s event was also made possible by A.J. Perri, Value City NJ Furniture & Mattress, Four Boys Ice Cream, Rylee Home Services, Gunner Roofing, Chocolate Carousel, Earth Treasures, Surfside Smile Company, Hutchins HVAC, American Institute, Mach 1 Barbell, Nissan City of Red Bank, Reproductive Science Center, Kinney Pools, NJ Natural Gas, Joe Leone’s, V & S Landscape Supply, Ocean Casino Resort Casino, and Builders General.

For more information about Press Communications, The Thunder 106 Country Cares for Kids Radiothon, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, its partners, or how to donate, email info@PressCommRadio.com.

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River Town Hall. It is engraved with the inscription “Captain Joshua Huddy Chapter DAR Honors Virginia Watson Reeve as Organizing Regent March 8, 1930.”

Reeve’s two grandsons traveled substantial distances to attend the ceremony. David Younkers and his wife Karen made the trip from Richmond, Virginia. Robert “Mill” Younkers and his wife Lydia Ann came from Denver, Colorado, and were pleasantly surprised when their son and daughter-in-law also flew in from Denver for the occasion.

The impetus for the plaque’s relocation came from Mill and Karen’s last trip to Toms River. Mill said they would stop by to visit the plaque dedicated to his grandmother as part of their ritual during their visits. When he noticed the plaque was loose, he contacted township authorities, who told him it was not their responsibility – even though it was on township property.

Mill contacted the local DAR, who took charge, retrieved the plaque, cleaned it up, and planted it in the historical society garden, where it was rededicated to her memory.

Reeve, a descendant of Revolutionary War soldier Col. Theodore Sedgwick, was instrumental in establishing the Captain Joshua Huddy Chapter in 1930. She was also a founding Ocean County Historical Society member and a prolific writer on numerous topics.

During the ceremony led by the chapter’s current Regent, Virginia “Ginny” Haines, speakers emphasized Reeve’s role in preserving local history, particularly her efforts to ensure Captain Joshua Huddy, a local hero, received proper recognition.

“She wrote in 1950 that the Chapter name Captain Joshua Huddy was most fitting,” added DAR member Diane Varsa. “His downward defense of the blockhouse and saltworks of Toms River had never been properly credited.”

DAR member Carol Mahler, dressed in period-appropriate attire, presented the historical account of Joshua Huddy authored by Virginia Watson Reeve.

A Life Of Accomplishments

Virginia Reeve was married to Reuben H. Reeve and had three children, who all enjoyed vacationing in Ocean Gate during the summer months.

In a time when women were not all in the workforce, Reeve was a secretary to the founder of Lederle Laboratories, which was acquired by Wyeth, which Pfizer subsequently acquired. She didn’t let the fact that she was employed stop her from becoming active in things that mattered to her.

Reeve was one of the founding members of the DAR in her hometown in Summit, which was called the Beacon Fire Chapter. A one-time staff member of the Summit Herald , Reeve had scrapbooks filled with clippings of letters she wrote to various newspapers.

“She used to write letters to The New

York Times, The Saturday Evening Post, and the Reader’s Digest,” Mill said of his maternal grandmother. “If she agreed with something, she would compliment them, commend them. And if she was opposed to anyone, well, you better watch out because you became scorched earth. She would let you know in a hurry.”

By 1926, the Reeves decided their love for the Jersey shore warranted a move to Toms River. Within four years, Reeve became the organizing regent of the Ocean County Chapter of the DAR.

“She was defi nitely not a wallflower,” Mill said of his grandmother. “She was a leader, probably the most patriotic person I ever knew. And she was very, very proud of her genealogy.”

Reeve ‘s activism and advocacy were evident throughout her life, whether through her prolific letter-writing or involvement in community organizations. Her commitment to causes she believed in and her welcoming demeanor were said to have left an indelible impression on all who knew her.

Reeve ‘s impact resonated not only through her own accomplishments but also through her children, who followed in her footsteps of service and leadership. Her son Fred served in the Coast Guard and later established a successful business. Her daughter, Dorothy “Dot” Reeve, blazed trails as a lieutenant commander in the Navy and became Ocean County’s first female attorney. She was also the first woman to head a local American Legion Post.

Her daughter, Evelyn, Mill and David’s

mother married Millard James Younker, and the couple started the Toms River Venetian Blind Service in 1947 and expanded to own four stores.

“My grandfather died in 1949,” shared Mill. “I’m sure that was a tough time for her. She was still very active in everything and became even more active at that time.”

Mill was 22 when his grandmother died on December 7, 1965, and had fond memories of his visits with her. Mill marveled at the significance of the date of his grandmother’s death as she kept newspaper clippings daily during World War II.

“She kept them in a chest that her husband - my grandfather - made,” Mill added. “I have that chest.”

Part of Reeve’s legacy continues to live on in the Waretown Branch of the Ocean County Library system. She had left sufficient funds to build the library in that part of the county.

About The DAR

Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) must be able to trace their lineage to ancestors who actively supported the Revolutionary War effort. This includes individuals who served in the Continental Army or state militia, contributed to the funding of the armies through supply taxes, or held positions as public officials during the pivotal period of American history.

The Captain Joshua Huddy Chapter of the DAR currently has 95 members.

Holiday City At Berkley First Aid Auxiliary News

By Madeline Wesolowski, Vice President

Frederick R Whiteley III NJ Lic No. 4116, Manager

BERKELEY – Wow! The HCB First Aid Auxiliary’s Fish Fry held on April 12 was a great success and a fun night for everyone who attended. We sold 150 tickets and we want to thank everyone who came that evening to help us support our First Aid Squad. This year we added entertainment during dinner. Gino Tormaroli, Jr. and his sister, Kim Dyllain entertained us with karaoke. Their group is called Big Man’s Management. They do a gig in Pine Beach every other week. It was amazing to see so many of our guests get up to sing for us. We have a great vocal group amongst us.

We want to thank Holiday City West for their generosity in granting us the use of their facility for this function. Thanks to their Office Staff who are always willing to help. The Auxiliary is very grateful that the Clubhouses in Holiday City all do their best to offer their facilities so we have a place to hold our events. Without their generosity we could not accomplish what we do.

A special thanks to the Squad members who helped us and the auxiliary members who worked hard preparing for and working the evening of the event.

Keep your eye out for our upcoming events. Psychic Fairs on June 1 and September 21 and our Mystery Theater on October 20.

Mother’s Day Party At Veterans Park

BERKELEY – Mark your calendars for Mother’s Day, May 12, because Berkeley Township is throwing a celebration party for all the amazing moms out there!

Get ready to rock and dance to some fantastic music by Epic Soul at beautiful Veterans Park from 12:30 to 2 p.m.

Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and some wine and cheese to enjoy the festivities. Food trucks will also be available.

Let’s come together to pay tribute and show our heartfelt thanks to our incredible moms! Special surprise for all moms at the event.

Pine Barren Modelers RC Club Open House

BAYVILLE – The Pine Barren Modelers RC Club will be hosting an Open House on May 11 at Johnson’s Pit off of Locker Street Between Gladney and Mizzen. (Behind the old bowling alley)

Flying starts at 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open to

anyone who is interested in learning to fly RC airplanes. They use a “buddy box” system which allows you to fly safely with instructors. Food and beverages available at no charge. For more information, email info@pbm1727.org visit pbm1727.org.

The Berkeley Times welcomes your special announcements! Engagements, Weddings, Births, Birthday Wishes, etc. Please call 732-657-7344 for more details!

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22 Magazine whose archive was purchased by a consortium that includes the Smithsonian 23 “Bingo”

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29 Dates

30 Breaks down

31 Unorthodox sect

32 Pigeon holes

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38 Shampoo buys

40 Spa wear

42 Hurries toward safety

43 Brown bread

44 Onetime producer of Magna Doodle

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JERALDINE SAUNDERS

OMARR’S ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST

ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may experience a relief of stress and guilt by honoring your commitments. Remain understanding and empathetic even when it may be challenging. Your charm may attract supportive and helpful people who may celebrate your efforts.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may have been taking creative leaps that exceed the limits, but your imaginative ideas might still have room to grow. Focus on activities that require an innovative touch. Lean on your peer group for support and encouragement.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may experience a mixture of wins and losses in the upcoming week. You may feel you are under relentless pressure to make money but there could be obstacles in your path. Stay focused on your tasks and routine rather than on your accounts.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Better communication might be the answer to most of your challenges. Let your ambitions be known and communicate your needs with someone close. Take time to lay the groundwork for important plans that must be started in the week ahead.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Being a perfectionist won’t guarantee that anyone can be flawless, including yourself. Utilize sensitivity and diplomacy if you feel the need to double-check someone’s details. Employ social grace and compassion to navigate your way through the world.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may find a new sense of clarity as things could start falling into place and revealing the entire picture. Discuss things with someone you trust. As you gain a better understanding of the facts, you might be enlightened about an important matter.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): It may be of benefit for you and others if you strive to have conversations over lectures. Being entertaining and thoughtful could transform mundane subjects. Temporary attractions should be unlikely to disturb your important connections.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In the week ahead, you might feel called to put down roots and settle into a routine that may be safe and dependable based on your needs. Adopting a rational approach and putting emotions aside could put conflicting desires into perspective.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It may be difficult to recognize aspects of yourself that could be improved upon. When others point out what they believe to be your shortcomings, lean in with curiosity and humility. You may want to remain objective in conflicts at home.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Treating everyone the same way you’d treat your inner circle might result in a sense of harmony and equality. You may feel overlooked as someone close could be busier than usual and might not have an abundance of time to dedicate.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may be focused on achieving your ambitions and this could lead to the exclusion of everything else. Remind yourself to take care of your well-being by taking breaks. You might find balance by exercising or making plans with a friend.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Old ideas could resurface for reconsideration. You may have a new perspective that puts what you could have previously reviewed onto a brand-new path. The more you seek security and peace, the more likely you might attract it.

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