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Hello 2021!

“Celebrate endings — for they precede new beginnings.”

—Jonathan Huie

Happy New Year has never meant as much as it does this year while we look forward to 2021. This has been quite a year for many of us. We lost some close musical friends and inspirational heroes such as local legend Johnny D’Angelo and famous rock star Eddie Van Halen. And I’m sure many of you have lost special ones as well. But we must keep our heads up and carry on with the confidence that we will prevail, and better days are just ahead.

Throughout the pandemic ordeal, I’ve stayed positive that we will overcome this obstacle and rise to the challenge. As I write this, the pharmaceutical companies are beginning to distribute their vaccines; however, it will take some time. The one virtue needed for this winter will be patience. So, with that being said, we’re bringing you “good vibes” with New Jersey Lifestyle Magazine and our Winter Issue for 2021 to help you through!

First and foremost, I want to say thank you and Happy New Year to the whole team here at New Jersey Lifestyle. I’m grateful to be surrounded by so much talent. From creative director Darla Scarduzzio to our talented writers and amazing photographers, I am truly lucky to be supported by so many amazing people. In every issue, there are thousands of little pieces that have to come together to bring you our magazine. And it is the faces on the contributors’ page that curate the publication with extreme diligence and care.

I must also give thanks to our outstanding advertisers who represent the Best of the Best. We are proud of the fact that when you shop with any of our local partners, you will get the best services and products that money can buy. All of our partners can easily be referenced in our Resource Gallery on page 62. Please mention Lifestyle Magazine when you reach out to them. I can assure you that you will be treated with special care.

In this edition, we’re excited to kick off the New Year with lots of great topics. From a sturdy SUV to a sturdy new knee from Dr. Fabio Orozco. And our spirits expert Michael Bray helps us get our New Year’s goals in line. Who doesn’t love Vermont? From skiing to fireside dining, no passport is needed! And make sure you stay warm this winter with some cool clothes to buy at our local boutiques just around the corner. We also look at some great home automation products that are growing in popularity by the day.

And we have suggestions on cutting the cord on cable and moving to a streaming platform. But before we get too techie, let’s circle back to artist Alan Willoughby for his inspirational works and thoughts in Michael Cagno’s art feature.

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Finally, all of us at New Jersey Lifestyle Magazine would like to say thank you and Happy New Year to our readership family. It is inspirational to be in such great company.

With a warm heart and an eye toward a better year, we look forward to 2021!

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Contents 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

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Departments

Discover the new Chevrolet Tahoe, now in its fifth incarnation.

FEATURES

Lights, Camera, Action!........................ 12

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Beautiful Beast..................................... 26

An iconic SUV that’s redesigned to carry its legacy into a new era.

Lifestyle Fashion...................................... 6 Conquer the cold.

I LoVermont.......................................... 30

Health Watch........................................... 20 A day in the life of an orthopaedic surgeon.

Some Like It Hot, And Some Cold........ 56

Lifestyle Wine.......................................... 36 2021 wine goals.

Get ready to control your home from the palm of your hand.

Discover a New England paradise.

From smoothies to lattes, the non-alcoholic options are quenching.

Sample some local non-alcoholic options to quench your thirst – hot and cold.

Lifestyle Art.............................................. 38 Craft versus art.

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Known as the 4,229-foot “Beast of the East,” Killington Ski Resort is the most extensive and high-powered snowmaking system in New England.

K-1 Express Gondola at Killington in Vermont Photo by John Everett

Lifestyle Entertainment........................... 44 Cutting the cord on cable.

Lifestyle Legends..................................... 49 A tribute to Atlantic City’s piano man.

Lifestyle Events........................................ 50 Local happenings in and around our area.

Lifestyle Business.................................... 51 What’s in a name?

The Social Scene...................................... 52 Get the picture on the latest events and happenings.

Resource Gallery..................................... 62 Shop, dine, relax and support local.

Money Watch.......................................... 64 2020-2021 college cost data.

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Darla Scarduzzio Creative Director Darla has been an integral part of NJ Lifestyle Magazine since 2004. From sales to publishing to graphic design, she has experienced all aspects of the industry.

Michael Bray Wine Writer Michael is the founder of and director of operations at Passion Vines Wine & Spirit Company in Somers Point and EHT. He serves on numerous local boards.

Felicia Lowenstein Writer Felicia has been writing professionally on a wide range of topics for nearly three decades. In addition to feature articles, she also has authored nearly two dozen nonfiction children’s books.

Danielle Gomes Writer Danielle is an author, freelance writer and brand marketing specialist. Her nationally featured work has won numerous awards. She lives in Margate with her husband and two sons.

Robin Stoloff Health Reporter Robin has been a local health reporter since 1986, and hosts Living Well on Lite Rock 96.9. Her professional mission is “empowering people to live a healthy life.”

Lisa Johnson & Dennis Hayes Dennis’ passion is learning the secrets of preparing good food, traveling the world, and living life to the fullest. Lisa is an award-winning TV journalist from Las Vegas, Philadelphia, and Atlantic City.

Molly Golubcow Writer By day, Molly has been a technical writer for over 20 years. By night, she escapes the world of “Press Enter” to write about anything other than technical subjects.

Kristian Gonyea Photographer Kristian’s 15+ years of photography has appeared in various newspapers and magazines. His love of South Jersey has blossomed into his most recent works, sunrises and sunsets.

Michael Cagno Artist, Writer Michael is the Executive Director of the Noyes Museum of Art, V.P. of the Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums, and adjunct professor at three local colleges.

Eric Weeks Photographer Eric’s love of photography has won awards for many images throughout the years, along with a cover image for the Professional Photographers of America’s Loan Collection book.

Elaine Rose Writer Elaine was a staff writer for the Press of Atlantic City for nearly 22 years where she covered every subject except sports. Her work has won multiple awards.

Paul Dempsey Photographer From expressway billboards to European fashion magazines — Paul’s photography is fresh, unique, and intentional. His photos tell the stories that need no words.

David Spatz Entertainment Writer David is an Emmy Award-winning host and a multi-media journalist with 45 years experience. His entertainment series, Curatin Call, is SJ’s only program to win an Emmy.

Don Kravitz Photographer Don is an entertainment photojournalist and special events photographer for national publications, as well as Getty Images, Miss America, and the city of Ocean City, NJ.

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CONQUER THE COLD Getting outside this winter season will be easy to handle with these stylish trends.

By Danielle Gomes

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ith the winter months upon us, cold weather is making it more and more difficult to spend time outside. To conquer the changing of the seasons, it is all about the gear. So, bundle up and get outside! For tips on how to keep up with the latest trends and styles while piling on the layers, we head to Briana in Central Square and Talk of the Walk.

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Patent leather and fur collar Moto-style jacket by Paige.

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Briana Briana in Central Square opened in 2016 in the former location of Sandra & Roy’s. Owned by the mother/daughter duo, Kim Merlino and Briana Giannone, Briana has been a work of passion.

“We love shopping and we loved shopping at the store Sandra & Roy’s. So, when they closed, we were sad, but we saw that as an opportunity to give it a shot,” Merlino says. While 2020 has been a challenge, they have come up with creative ways to make it work. “During the lockdown, we were one of the first stores to offer curbside pick-up and contact-less delivery in this area. In that first month, we sold 1200 masks,” Merlino says. They’ve also started offering style boxes or personally curated clothes, delivered to your door. “We create a box based on your style and you only pay for what you keep,” Giannone says.

Briana’s features the hottest brands, in a variety of price points.

Talk of the Walk Talk of the Walk first opened on the Atlantic City Boardwalk in 1951 and remains one of the Jersey

shore’s favorite boutiques. Featuring unique styles that can only be found at Talk of the Walk, this store has won numerous awards. With sizes that range from 2 to 3x, there’s something for every woman. Shop their new online store at talkofthewalk.com.

OUTERWEAR TRENDS Prints The fashion statement of 2020 was tie-dye and it’s still very popular. “When tie-dye comes into the store our customers take it right out the door, just as fast,” Merlino says, adding that “Prints, in general, are really popular right now. People are loving anything with animal prints, snakeskin prints, and geometric prints.”

Prints are a great way to freshen up your style.

Add a tie-dye beanie to be on-trend or a print coat for some outerwear panache. Briana’s Line the Label’s

A big trend is the moto jacket. Add a little edge to your wardrobe with this versatile outerwear style. reversible, boiled wool houndstooth wrap jacket adds sophistication to your winter wardrobe. To bring a little fun to your outwear collection, an animal print jacket is a perfect addition.

Moto Another big trend is the moto jacket. Add a little edge to your wardrobe with this versatile outerwear style. Moto jackets are adaptable, trendy, and can carry you through spring. “We carry so many different moto-style jackets, people are just going crazy over them. My favorite is our patent leather moto jacket with a removable faux fur collar,” Merlino says.

Comfort — Cardi jackets “I am looking forward to the day that people can get dressed and go out again, but right now, it’s all about comfort, and casual cool styles,” Merlino says. Cardigan jackets work perfectly with your quarantine fashion.

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Textures From fuzzy to cozy, unusual textures and unexpected details are an easy way to add style to your outerwear. For functional fashion, like winter coats, simply adding in an element of texture can take the jacket from basic to fashion-forward. Mixing textures adds interest to any winter style.

A fabric winter coat with a lavish fur collar is an approachable way to add texture. Once you’re comfortable with textures, add a fuzzy jacket to your collection.

Weather Basics with a Side of Style On the east coast, we deal with our share of weather. Sometimes, you simply need outerwear to combat the elements. However, there’s no need to sacrifice style to stay warm and dry. When the skies are grey, let your style brighten the day. Talk of the Walk’s Reversible Raincoats add versatility and style to any rainy day.

Then there are those days when the wind goes right through anything you put on and the only thing that keeps you warm is that puffy winter coat. “Winter necessity coat styles can still be fun when you add a pop of color,” Merlino says.

Another way to add some variety to your winter style is with a fun hat. Talk of the Walk’s ski goggle beanie is fun and functional.

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mart devices have become a basic necessity. For most of us, these devices all but manage our daily lives so it only makes sense that they begin to manage our homes too. “There is virtually an unlimited combination of apps that can manage your home both remotely and through voice-control,” says Peter Schuler, owner and president of Schuler Security Inc. From security systems and cameras to doorbells and locks, HVAC systems to lighting, home entertainment to relaxation; your house is online.

While home automation has been around for close to two decades, only recently has it become truly accessible.

Thanks to virtual home assistants like Alexa and Google, you can easily integrate your home. “It used to be so difficult and expensive, but now there are so many ways to get there,” explains Jorge Ramos, a technician with Schuler Security, Inc. A home management system used to cost tens of thousands of dollars or more. Now, you can do all the same things for a fraction of the cost. “Personally, I prefer Google a little more.

It seems to do slightly more. But, I use both Google and Alexa in my own home,” Ramos says.

Where to Start With your preferred home assistant in place, you can begin to look at the thousands of home automation applications that run through Alexa and Google, or another home management platform. “Typically, we start with a security system. It can be hardwired or wireless, although I prefer hardwired because they’re typically lower maintenance. The system that we use is Honeywell,” Schuler explains. With Honeywell, your security system, cameras, and HVAC thermostats can be controlled through Alexa and Google Home. With just this system in place, you can check in on your home and keep it secure from anywhere. For example, if you have a plumber or electrician coming to your house while you’re at work, you can disarm the alarm when they get there. You can use your cameras to check-in, see when they leave and then arm the security system, without ever leaving your desk.

Cameras have also become easier than ever to work into your system. From doorbells to motion-activated floodlights, there are unlimited ways to incorporate security cameras into your home automation system. The cameras have become so advanced that the user is easily able to program them to fit their individual needs. “The cameras now have built-in analytics so that they can be set to be motion activated to a very specific area. You can open the view on your app and designate exactly where you want the camera to focus. This is not only effective but also very efficient from a power standpoint,” Schuler says. For example, if there is a flag that blows in your camera’s view, you can set the camera to ignore that motion so it won’t activate unnecessarily. There are also fun applications for this system. “We have a client that lives in Cherry Hill, but has a shore home on the beach. His son surfs and wanted to be able to check the waves while they’re home in Cherry Hill, so he installed a beach cam,” Schuler says.

With your security and camera system remotely controlled, a smart lock comes in very handy. Long gone are

FOR ALL YOUR “HARDSCAPE” NEEDS the days of hiding a key or giving out your code to everyone that goes into your home. With a smart lock, you can safely lock and unlock the door from anywhere. “I really like August Locks. They interface really well with Alexa, Google, Siri, or it has its own. It also has a feature that will automatically lock or unlock the door when you leave and come home,” Schuler says. Consumer Reports also named August Locks the best smart lock in 2020. With August Locks, you can also give out digital keys that are valid for any amount of time that you set from months to hours. If you’d like an in-person demonstration head to Artistic Hardware in Northfield. They carry Emtek locks which feature August technology.

One of the biggest draws to home automation is its green and energy-efficient capabilities. The costs associated with heating and cooling your home make up nearly half of the average utility bill. The ability to set the temperature based on when you’re actually home is generally much more effective than a basic programmed schedule. For second homeowners this ability is particularly useful. “In winter, you can keep the temperature at 55 degrees, then turn it up when you’re on the way to the shore and come home to a warm house,” Schuler says. On average, according to a Nest study, smart thermostats save 10% to 12% on heating costs and 15% on cooling costs.

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tablet. There are many benefits that come with smart lighting technology.

Things like vacation mode can set your lights to turn on at night, you won’t ever come home to a dark house, and you can turn off every light your kids left on from the comfort of your bed. That’s just the start. Many smart lights come with color programmability. Along with lighting, ceiling fans can also be automated. Brands such as Fanimations, available at Artistic Hardware, offer FanSync. This system easily integrates with both Google and Alexa so that your fan can be voice-controlled or managed from your phone or tablet.

While convenience has been a major draw for home automation, when it comes to entertainment it’s all about having fun. Creating a theaterquality sound and entertainment system has never been more achievable. “We still hardwire a lot of surround sound systems, although we’ve also had several clients that move into a home that’s already complete and doesn’t have speakers installed. With a soundbar and some creative speaker positioning we can still achieve surround sound quality,” Ramos explains. He recommends Sonos, for a high-end speaker.

However, there are great wireless home speakers at virtually every price point.

When you’re ready to relax, just ask Alexa to start your steam shower.

“We carry Mr. Steam showers which can integrate with your Alexa and can be voice-controlled,” says Pat McCarthy, owner of Artistic Hardware. Through Alexa or the Mr. Steam interface, you can control the temperature and duration of your steam shower.

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WALK OF LIFE A day in the life of an orthopaedic surgeon.

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t is 5 am and the alarm clock begins to buzz in the Orozco household in Margate. Orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Fabio Orozco quietly slips out of bed and into his running clothes, careful not to wake his family. He laces up his sneakers and heads toward the beach for his early morning run. It is one of the few moments he has to himself to exercise and think about his upcoming day.

After a three-mile run, he shares a few minutes with his wife and four boys, ages 8 to 14, before heading off to the Mainland Campus of AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, where he is the Director of Orthopaedic Surgery.

He has eight surgeries scheduled for this day for patients

Dr. Orozco with his 4 boys

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ranging in age from 49 to 72. All are getting a hip or knee replacement, a procedure performed under regional and local anesthesia in about one hour. The reason for such efficiency, according to Dr. Orozco, is technology and teamwork. Thanks to robotics, a big part of the surgery can be done in advance. “Before making any incisions, you can properly select the correct implant size, balance the ligaments, realign the knee, and then when surgery is started, you can execute the plan with tremendous precision,” says Dr. Orozco. He has been performing surgery with the same core team for decades, so everyone works together very efficiently. Many of

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his patients are younger than in years past, due to the quality of the implants. Because a new hip or knee lasts so much longer, patients as young as 40 are now able to get joint replacements.

While Dr. Orozco uses conservative treatment options during office visits, some patients will need more extensive procedures.

He says patients will know when it is time for surgery. When symptoms cause debilitating pain, reduced function, and lack of mobility during everyday tasks, work, or recreational activities, it may be

time to consider surgery.

Dr. Orozco quips, “Hips and knees are similar to the tires of a car, and many times my patients come in with a flat

kids, grandchildren, and work to support their families.

“The before and after, that’s what I live for. To see somebody who cannot walk, uses a cane, walker, or wheelchair, and have them walking the same day of surgery independently — that is what makes orthopaedics so special.”

Over the 15 years that Dr. Orozco has been in this area, orthopaedic joint replacement has grown tremendously. In the past, many people would go outside the area for orthopaedic surgery, but Dr. Orozco says he

“I have done over 10,000 joint replacements, but every time I do a surgery, I have the same feeling of responsibility and joy to be able to help somebody,” says Dr. Orozco. tire. Even if the engine is good, it is not easy to perform the way you want.” He says that by fixing the mechanical problem, patients can enjoy daily living,

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has been blessed to be a part of creating an orthopaedic program in the shore area. He loves what he does, “You have that opportunity to help patients and change their lives. That trust is important. It is very difficult to express how it makes you feel as a surgeon.

I have done over 10,000 joint replacements, but every time I do a surgery, I have the same feeling of responsibility and joy to be able to help somebody. We take care of patients as if they were members of our own family.”

In fact, becoming a surgeon was a lifelong aspiration of Dr. Orozco, who was born in Oklahoma and grew up in South America. In elementary school, he knew he wanted to be an orthopaedic surgeon. He made that dream a reality when he graduated from Thomas Jefferson University.

When quarantine orders went into effect in the spring, elective surgeries were canceled. Orozco Orthopaedics made a quick pivot to telemedicine and extensive safety protocols. The doctor saw patients for injections and other in-office treatments, but many people were still suffering. It was a difficult time for patients as well as medical practices.

“I think in the beginning everyone was just so frightened and scared and didn’t know what to do and now we’re feeling like we’re living with this thing much longer than we expected, and we have to try to find a way to go about our lives. We have to learn how to live with it, how to deal with it, and how to be smarter and stronger than that virus.”

He explains how hospitals and medical facilities are safer than ever

before, testing patients and staff, and taking extreme measures to keep people safe.

Today, patients are more informed and feel more confident and more comfortable getting surgery and visiting his Linwood or Manahawkin offices where he sees more than 70 patients in a day.

So how are he and his family handling the pandemic? “Having four boys in the house can be very entertaining. I feel like my kids have a much better relationship with each other. For so many months, all they had was each other. I think they understand the value of family even more than before COVID-19.

I think that we don’t take anything for granted, we know that life can change in one minute. Yes, we value and appreciate everything that we have, not just material but everything that we have been able to build from a family perspective, from friendships, from having a practice.”

It is 6 pm and Dr. Orozco finishes his last surgery and changes out of his scrubs.

Everything went well, and he feels a sense of satisfaction in helping his patients as he heads home to his family for a later dinner. To say that Fabio Orozco is a busy man is an understatement. “It is at times challenging to balance your life — between what your family needs, what your patients need, and what you need.” He is involved with his sons’ sports activities — using his talents as a former professional soccer player to help improve their soccer skills.

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BEAUTIFUL

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This iconic SUV has been fully redesigned to carry its legacy into a new era.

By Elaine Rose

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he Chevrolet Tahoe emerged on the scene in 1995, essentially a fourdoor cabin smacked on top of a Silverado truck base. It was a rough ride, to say the least.

Fast-forward 25 years and the Tahoe is the best-selling full-size SUV in America. It handles well, can tow up to four tons of stuff, has a comfortable ride, and almost enough appointments to put it in the luxury class.

“At least two or three customers a day come in to express interest in purchasing a Tahoe or the similar Suburban,” said Andy Strijker, a sales manager at Bennett Chevrolet in Egg Harbor Township. “And that’s not counting the phone calls or hits on the dealership’s website. People just want this car.

“The Tahoe has some of the most up-to-date and current technology available in the full-size SUV segment, as well as tremendous towing capacity and overall comfort and ride,” Strijker said.

Some say there’s no reason to buy a Tahoe unless you have a large family or are the designated driver for your kid’s entire hockey team. But others like the safe feeling they get when surrounded by a humongous hulk of metal. And some just love to be seen behind the wheel of the biggest, baddest vehicle on the road.

Assembled in Arlington, Texas, the Chevrolet Tahoe is in its fifth incarnation. It was redesigned for the 2021 model year.

In addition to being nearly 7 inches longer than its 2020 predecessor, the Tahoe has been given a new look, both inside and out, as well as more technology. It’s now equipped with an independent rear suspension for a smoother ride, and a diesel engine is available.

The Tahoe comes in six trim lines, from the base LS priced at $49,000 to the top-of-the-line High Country, which starts at $69,600. The Z71, with a starting price of $59,200 is made for off-road use and comes with standard four-wheel drive (which is optional on the other trims).

There are three choices for the engine: • The base is a 5.3-liter V8 with 355 horsepower and 383 poundfeet of torque.

• For more oomph, you can get the 6.2-liter eight-cylinder with 420 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque.

• The 3.0-liter diesel-turbo delivers 277 horsepower and 460

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The standard infotainment system has a 10-inch touchscreen, and it’s compatible with both Apple and Android CarPlay. The two top trims have an 8-inch driver information screen, with 4.2 inches on the lower trims.

Two 12-inch screens are optional for the second-row passengers, which should keep the kiddos entertained on long rides. And no need for them to whine “I’m hungry!” or “I gotta go to the bathroom!” for the entire trip.

Passengers can look up their preferred rest stop and silently transfer their suggestion to the driver.

“You have to look for minivans if you want more cargo room,” John Davis said for the TV show Motor Week. There are 25.4 cubic feet of space with all seats in use; 72.6 cubic feet if you fold down the second row; and a whopping 122.9 cubic feet with the second row lowered.

Reviews on the ride are a bit mixed.

“Make no mistake, you won’t forget that there’s a truck hiding under this boxy shell,” Andrew Krok wrote for Road Show after road-testing the High Country trim. “But by and large, the ride quality falls within the positive definition of nautical… Both low- and high-speed cruising takes place in a cushioned, comfortable state that eats up road nastiness. It’s the most luxurious GM’s full-size SUVs have ever felt.”

“It’s properly tuned to deliver quick acceleration and strong passing power,” Miguel Cortina wrote for MotorTrend. “Its shifts are quick and smooth, and it never hesitates to downshift. This is among the best applications of the transmission — co-developed by GM and Ford — that we’ve seen.”

But others say they can still feel nearly every bump in the road.

The Tahoe has been clocked going from zero to 60 mph in just over seven seconds, which is quite impressive for a vehicle that weighs nearly three tons without passengers or cargo.

This car is huge, is a six-to-eight seater, with three rows of chairs. New in 2021 is second-row seats that can slide several inches forward or back for optimal legroom. Capacity can be increased to nine passengers on the LS trim.

“Ingress and egress to and from the third row is as effortless as starting the engine — simply push a button … and the seat in front of you will fold forward,” MotorTrend’s Cortino wrote. “Third rows are comfortable for long trips, and USB ports and air vents make the ride more enjoyable for those traveling back there.”

Reviewers who are 6-feet-plus say they feel comfortable riding in the third row.

But front-seat passengers may be a bit disappointed, Cortina wrote.

Some of the plastic trim can make it feel underwhelming.

The major drawback to the Tahoe is that it’s a gas guzzler. The EPA estimates it gets 16 mpg in town and 20 mpg on the open road. The diesel engine offers somewhat better mileage.

But the good news is your Tahoe will probably spend more time on the road and less in the shop. Consumer Reports rated the 2020 Tahoe as having above-average reliability, and the 2021 model is expected to be similar.

And there’s one advantage you just can’t deny, especially in the throes of winter. The Chevy Tahoe can handle just about anything Mother Nature decides to dump on South Jersey roads in the coming months. n

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The Lodge at Spruce Peak in Stowe, VT Photo by Jesse Schloff Photography

Skiing is a dance, and the mountain always leads. —Author Unknown

With 20 alpine ski resorts, 30 cross-country touring centers and 7,300 acres of alpine terrain, Vermont is a skier’s paradise.

By Molly Golubcow

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K-1 Express Gondola in Killington Courtesy of Killington Resort Photographed by John Everett

Pico Mountain Courtesy of Killington Resort Photographed by Chandler Burgess

Early morning skiers in Killington Courtesy of Killington Resort Photographed by Chandler Burgess

hen you think of Vermont, many images of New England come to mind including maple syrup in leaf-shaped bottles, Ben & Jerry’s original ice cream factory, Birkenstock-wearing Bernie Sanders supporters, and last but not least, East Coast skiing — almost 20 alpine resorts within a 200mile range. With an annual median temperature of 42 degrees, Vermont ranks as one of the five coldest states in the United States; making it ideal for snow sports and activities. Also, Vermont’s quaint ski towns and villages offer an “avalanche” of opportunities for skiers and non-skiers to partake in food and drink. So, snap on your skis, and let’s swoosh through a few alpine options in the Green Mountain State.

Killington Affectionately called the 4,229-foot “Beast of the East,” Killington Ski Resort claims bragging rights as the most extensive and high-powered snowmaking system in New England and the largest ski area in the Eastern United States.

Whether you are a greentrail beginner or a seasoned mogul maniac, Killington offers 155 trails for your traversing pleasure crossing six different mountains.

After a gnarly day skiing, Killington offers a variety of food and drink in town.

From a tall glass of stout and Shepherd’s Pie at McGrath’s Irish Pub or Saki and Seared Salmon Rolls at Sushi Yoshi, Killington offers many warm options for après skiing

Sugar Slalom at Stowe Mountain Resort Courtesy of Vail Resorts

food and drink. Another must-do while in Vermont is to partake in a sleigh ride.

Choose the traditional and stereotypical romantic horsedrawn option that meanders through the snow-covered Vermont countryside. Or, try the modern sleigh ride experience being pulled by powerful Snowcat machines.

When you are ready to call it a night so you can rest up for another day on the slopes, Killington boasts over 120 inns, lodges, and condominiums. For example, the Killington Mountain Lodge, located less than two miles from the lifts, offers dining options in front of a cozy Vermont fireplace or a place to soothe tired muscles in a 20-person hot tub.

Pico Although not as huge as neighboring Killington, Pico Mountain holds its own offering 58 trails and seven lifts with a 600-meter vertical drop. The trails accommodate beginners and intermediate skiers as well as experts looking for a challenge. For example, the deceptively named “Little Pico” has some of the toughest terrains.

Pico also contains a freestyle terrain park and a Triple slope with small and medium-size features.

Ventnor resident, George Wimberg and his family, love to ski. They also enjoy New England in the winter.

To combine their passions, Vermont, specifically Pico, is where the family has been faithfully vacationing since 1968 — skiing and spending many holidays in Vermont’s

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For the Wimbergs, the 367-mile drive from New Jersey up to Vermont is like “…going home in a different direction” and well worth the trek. Once they arrive, Wimberg explains what makes the trip worthwhile for over 50 years, “A perfect day in Vermont is to be on the mountain on a crisp, sunny morning in early Spring after several inches of snow have fallen on freshly groomed ski trails. You could ski forever.”

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Stowe Mountain Resort Purchased in 2017 by Colorado’s famed Vail Resort, Stowe Mountain possesses similar characteristics to its hoity-toity West Coast partner. First, Stowe offers state-of-the-art snowmaking that feeds 40 miles of skiable mountain trails. Experienced Vermonters as well as visitors — derogatorily referred to by true-blue Vermonters as “flatlanders” — both agree that Stowe’s mountains offer the most “gnarly skiing” in the state — a term used by ski enthusiasts to describe quality snow begging to be shred.

Second, Vail has brought luxurious hotel amenities and plenty of après ski pampering including a spa, fine dining, and cozy lodge ambiance. The downside — one of the most expensive places to ski in Vermont and quite crowded on weekends. However, the resort sums up the unique essence it offers, “Stowe is a profoundly lifeaffirming place, capable of stirring the essential forces within you and everyone who visits.”

Not into downhill skiing? Stowe is also home to the iconic Von Trapp Family Lodge that created worldclass cross-country skiing over 50 years ago — the first in the US. As you glide over 37 miles of groomed trails and 62 miles of backcountry trails, you can almost hear Julie Andrews in the Sound of Music singing the “hills are alive…” Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned X-country enthusiast, traversing the quiet and peaceful property will make you feel like you are in a Currier & Ives picturesque winter scene.

Stowe not only takes care of your ski needs but excels in culinary options as well. Before starting an invigorating ski day, store up your calories with a hearty breakfast at Butler’s Pantry in charming downtown Stowe.

Blueberry pancakes or French Toast? Your choice, but do not forget to pour on REAL maple syrup — tapped from local trees! If you find yourself a bit thirsty while crosscountry skiing, down some authentic German-style lager, created on-site at the Von Trapp brewery.

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2021 WINE GOALS

By Michael Bray

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020 has been an interesting and unusual year, to say the least. When the calendar turns to 2021, we would like to see it bring some hope and opportunity to keep ourselves engaged with learning new skills and discovering new passions. Knowing that we are likely to experience social limitations during a continued pandemic, there is a lot we can control at home, especially when it comes to exploring the world of wine. To expand our palates and our minds, let’s set the following Wine Goals for 2021: 1. Take a Sauvignon Blanc flight: Sauvignon Blanc is a crowd-pleaser, and when you taste examples from France (Karine Lauverjat Sancerre), California (Rabble Sauvignon Blanc), and New Zealand (Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc), you experience something new while sticking with something familiar.

2. Try an unoaked and oaked wine together: The effect of oak is noticed most with Chardonnay. If you are in one camp over the other, open your mind to well-made expressions of each, such as the Domaine Brocard Chablis Sainte Claire and the Raeburn Russian River Valley Chardonnay.

3. A Pinot Noir flight: Pinot Noir is susceptible to mutations and is arguably more sensitive to its growing environment than any other grape variety ... and we love that! Burgundy (Domaine Jessiaume Bourgogne Rouge) gives you structure and spice, California’s Sonoma Coast (Decoy Blue Label Pinot Noir) offers silky, luxurious textures, and Oregon (Cooper Mountain Vineyards Willamette Valley 2017) gives you the best of both worlds with bright, ripe berry fruit, a hint

of earthiness, and a touch of baking spice.

4. A flight of all ages: Regions of the world all specify different aging requirements for a style and labeling term on a wine (such as “Reserva”). An easy way to do this is with Spain’s most famous wine region, Rioja. If you stick with one producer for this flight, you notice the effect of both barrel and bottle aging on the wines. The CVNE Rioja Crianza (2 years total aging, 1+ year in wood), Reserva (3 years total aging, 1+ years in wood, 6+ months in bottle), and Gran Reserva (5 years total aging, 2+ years in wood, 2+ years in bottle) is an excellent “vertical tasting” for learning and enjoyment.

5. Taste the many faces of Sangiovese: Sangiovese is the great grape of Tuscany.

With its hallmark sour cherry flavor, fresh herb aroma, and leathery texture with bottle age, it’s easy to see why the American palate has been won over by Sangiovese. Seek a high-quality producer such as La Torre for a Rosso di Montalcino (young vines, aged 18 months in cask) and a Brunello di Montalcino (older vines from prime hillsides, aged 42 months in cask).

6. Get to know Nebbiolo: What Pinot Noir is to Burgundy, Nebbiolo is to the Piedmont region of Italy.

Nebbiolo’s high levels of structure and fruit concentration lead to some legendary, cellar-worthy wines. The grape is finicky about where it is grown, making it a sort of enological soulmate to Pinot Noir, so most plantings take place in this northwestern corner of Italy. A softer expression can be

found in wines labeled “Langhe Nebbiolo” for a great introduction to the grape (such as DeForville Langhe Nebbiolo), while a deep dive into the terroir and subsequent power of the wines can be found in Barolo (Giacomo Grimaldi) and its neighbor Barbaresco (Fontanabianca).

7. Trust The Process, Veneto Style: The Veneto is known for producing oceans of Pinot Grigio and Prosecco, but don’t forget about the amazing wines of Valpolicella. The Corvina grape is a staple, blended with other local varieties to create wines ranging from light and fruity to dense and rich. Taste a Valpolicella (Brigaldara), Ripasso della Valpolicella (Santi Solane Ripasso della Valpolicella), and an Amarone della Valpolicella (Tommasi). Amarone involves drying grapes on straw mats to concentrate sugars and slowly ferments to create incredibly complex intense wines. “Ripasso” wines take the leftover Amarone pomace and re-ferments with a regular Valpolicella.

When you taste this flight, you will notice an increase in flavor, aroma, structure, and texture.

These are just a few of the many “DIY wine experiments” that you and a small group at home can perform. I’ve been in the wine business since 2004 and this, by far, has the biggest (ongoing) impact on my understanding of wine. Interested in the other 3 remaining experiments? Email me and I’ll send them your way!

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CRAFT VERSUS ART Now that he is retired, Alan Willoughby is branding himself as a re-emerging ceramic artist.

By Michael Cagno

“There are only two things in the

Artist Alan Willoughby

universe that require liquid water for their existence: organic life and clay.”

— Dirt, The Ecstatic Skin of the Earth

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or southern New Jersey artist Alan Willoughby, working in clay keeps him grounded. “Composed with the four elements of life; earth, air, fire and water, the connection is deeper, more primal,” says Alan. The elasticity of clay provides limitless tactile and physical properties with endless possibilities. Alan shares a home, studio, and wood kiln with his wife, Linda Shusterman in southern New Jersey. Using a variety of clays including stoneware clay, porcelain, and most recently a “wild clay of southern New Jersey” which he prospects, his work is made on a potter’s wheel. With many of his pieces, Alan includes hand-built and press-molded additions to offer a more sculptured feel. The work is decorated with terra sigillata, slips, and glazes and is fired in a Noborigama wood kiln to 2380 degrees Fahrenheit. Terra sigillata is an ultra-refined clay slip that offers a soft sheen when applied to dry clay. If polished while still damp, it gives a high gloss. Often the ancient Greeks and Romans used this technique in lieu of glaze.

Alan earned his MFA in Ceramics from Clemson University and has been awarded two Artists Fellowships by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. Over the years his work has been promptly featured in publications like Ceramics Monthly, Ceramics Art & Perception, Ceramics Technical, and Studio Potter.

The argument about whether ceramics is art or craft, though intriguing, may be a futile debate.

When this question was posed to Alan his response was, “Throughout history and in diverse cultures, work in clay spans the spectrum from sculpture to functional items.

Craft and art are inseparable and equally important. Craft versus art is a relatively recent concept

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in western civilization. I believe we are stronger if we focus on the shared values and respective narrative that both craft and art bring to the creative experience and life.�

Adding to Alan’s point, art is no longer defined by material. Throughout the world, like paintings and sculptures, different iterations of clay are present in museums and galleries.

Having withstood the test of time, for centuries artists have been working

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with clay and contributing to the art world. Some of the oldest evidence of ceramics dates back 30,000 years ago with figurines used as a ritual experience or expression. The ceramic field has not been siloed with the bombardment of technological advances in the art space. Artists still dig for clay and fire with wood, but new applications such as 3D printing broaden the ceramic field. “I believe this is a true strength for the medium, as clay is indispensable and integral to so many different and diverse worlds,” says Alan. From purist to the artistic scientist, the one thing that has remained the same for thousands of years is the elasticity of this art form.

During this past year, Alan has had two great firings with his new Noborigama wood kiln.

Noborigma kilns have been used in Japan since the 17th century. His kiln uses wood for heat and includes below-the-floor air ducts to preheat the air before entering the firebox to ensure complete combustion. According to Alan, “firing with wood is a purifying ritual. It is the ‘trial by fire’ of ancient myths, a process engaging full thought and sense, a collaborative effort between man and fire…feeding wood to the fire, the flame licks a pattern across a brushed slip decoration and ash falls upon the shoulder of a pot with glaze turning copper green as heat irreversibly transforms clay and minerals… and to open the kiln door several days after the pots have cooled and we have rested, are moments filled with intense anticipation and excitement.”

As the retired executive director of the Perkins Center for the Arts, located in Moorestown, Alan offers a new definition to the term retired, he is busier than ever. With a career at Perkins that encompassed 25 years, his love and care for the community of southern New Jersey transcended by

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developing programs that connected the arts and environment. Today, his studio is overflowing with an incredible selection of pottery which includes tumblers, mugs, bowls, teapots, vases, and more. Alan has a true appreciation and understanding of balancing form with function. Each piece has a life of its own.

For example, a mug is more than a cylinder with a bottom to hold liquid. The mug becomes a bridge to connect with someone in the present moment over a cup of coffee.

As an artist, Alan is at the forefront of combining his pottery and commitment to equal rights, social justice, and democratic values. An example is his Empowerment Mug Project. Each mug is thrown on a potter’s wheel and then words that have the power to envision a better world are pressed into the clay. Alan’s combinations of words are powerful. Examples include: Enlist, Persist, Resist, Insist; Solidarity, Sustainability; We Hold These Truths; Inclusion, Equity, Diversity; Speak Truth to Power; and Good Trouble, Necessary Trouble. It is the hope that these words, as embedded into the clay, become permanent today. To advance these values, he donates a percentage of each sale to a non-profit organization. Organizations that have benefited from his philanthropy include: Planned Parenthood, Southern Poverty Law Center, American Civil Liberties Union, and Black Lives Matter-Philadelphia Chapter.

Like how the Native Americans created ceramics, his most recent series of mugs are made from “wild clay,” dug and processed by hand. The clay is then fired in a kiln using local fallen and stormdamaged wood for fuel. “The mugs hold special meaning to me because of these deep roots in southern New Jersey,” says Alan. n

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CUT THE CORD

Streaming TV services are changing our home entertainment viewing while saving us money along the way.

By David Spatz

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etflix. YouTube. Hulu. Sling TV. Amazon Prime. HBO Now. Peacock.

These streaming TV services, and many others like them, aren’t the future of television — they’re the here-and-now of home entertainment.

And they’re forcing millions of Americans into making what would have once been considered a scary proposition: cutting the cable TV cord and instead relying on the internet and Wi-Fi to deliver our daily video viewing.

Not only are streaming services changing the way people get and watch their television programming, but with some careful studying and calculations, the cost of home entertainment viewing can be much cheaper than the monopolistic cable TV company you’ve been attached to for years.

Five years ago, when the Glassey family’s monthly cable television bill began climbing north of $200, they began exploring alternate ways to reduce their monthly expenses.

Like so many subscribers, they’d grown weary of playing the game: waiting for their cable TV bill to rise, then calling Comcast for some verbal wrestling as the company tried to sell them new products and packages that would have raised their bill even more, while the Glassey’s were trying to do the opposite by reducing their monthly entertainment expenses.

“So instead of begging for another deal from Comcast, my wife (Kristin Glassey) and I decided to audit the situation and figure out what (channels and services) we actually used, what we wanted and what we needed,” says Jake Glassey Jr., an Emmy Award-winning television producer and director who’s a partner in Atlantic Coast Productions, a Northfield-based video production company that’s been creating broadcast-quality shows, commercials and specialty

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ENTERTAINMENT programming for over 30 years.

“We also knew we wanted to make a lifestyle change for the better.

We discovered some really interesting things,” he adds.

The Glassey’s, who live in Northfield, realized their television habits had changed especially when their two children, who were in their 20s, had left the family nest.

“As the kids left the house, several of the TVs just weren’t being used anymore. Each one of those sets required a cable box or a portal of some sort to receive signals. And each one of those boxes or portals cost money,” he explains. “We also noticed that the kids were teaching us something. They were using less TV and more of their personal devices like their smartphones, laptops, and tablets.”

The Glassey’s also realized they were watching more programming on Netflix, the streaming service that has a vast library of movies and programs and, since 2013, has also been creating original shows like Orange Is the New Black and Virgin River and movies like Extraction and Bird Box. Correspondingly, they also discovered their Wi-Fi usage was going way up while their family TV viewing habits were considerably down.

“More and more, our money was going to faster and more robust Wi-Fi,” Glassey says.

The more they audited how their at-home entertainment was delivered, the more they realized there were ways to save money without necessarily losing the services and shows they’d grown accustomed to watching and using.

“We found ourselves watching more of the shows and movies on Netflix than on regular network TV,” he says. “My wife still watched her HGTV and cooking shows, and I still watched live sports, but beyond that, we just didn’t watch weekly network shows anymore. If we watched it together, we would watch live news, a movie, or binge-watch a series on Netflix.”

Their home viewing analysis also

YOU’RE NEVER FAR FROM revealed other potential savings: after reviewing the cable channel lineup, they determined there were more than 50 channels they never watched.

“So why are we paying for them?” he asks rhetorically. “Every time we tried to get a lesser (cable TV package) tier, it always ended up that one of the channels was one we really do watch a lot. And it was invariably a channel on the more expensive tier, which in turn gave us another 50 channels we never used.”

Another conclusion easily reached was that with the kids out of the house, they only needed two televisions.

“We found there were about 15 to 20 channels we were interested in, and only about 10 we watched regularly,” he says. “This kind of surprised me because I’ve been a TV geek my whole life, and I have a voracious media appetite.”

Oh, they tried to get interested in shows and channels they didn’t regularly watch, but they’d invariably wind up watching something on one of their “favorite” channels.

That’s when they decided to cut the cord.

“Our goal was to cut at least $50 per month out of the cable TV bill,” he says. “We got out of the ‘Triple Play’ cable trap. We cut the house phone and went all mobile. Nobody was using the house phone, and it attracted sales calls.

We cut the cable service. But we needed the broadband, high-speed internet.”

Which means the Glassey’s didn’t completely cut the cord. Just most of it.

“In our area, the only viable broadband, high-speed internet available is from Comcast. To stream video, you need at least 25 megabytes per second,” says Glassey, whose job gives him a broader understanding of how TV works.

“To stream (video) well and still have broadband space left for other devices that may be in use while someone is watching TV, you need to add at least another 25 Mbps to do that,” he explains. “Ideally, you would like to get in the 60 to 100 Mbps range,

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ENTERTAINMENT especially if you know multiple TVs will be on at the same time.”

Although they had to remain tethered to Comcast to receive the internet, they still more than doubled their original goal of reducing their $200-plus monthly cable bill by $50.

They found the ideal internet package for just $89 per month.

“One of the major places we saved is we bought our own modem. If you use their modem, you are charged monthly for it (usually $8 to 10 per month),” he says. “Buying your own modem will cost between $80 and $125, but you will make that back in eight to 10 months. And if you use your own modem, you will increase your internet speed by at least 10 to 25 Mbps, because Comcast shares that amount off of your modem to create their mobile “hotspots” network.

Getting the cable company to make the changes to their account was surprisingly easy, but Glassey cautions people considering the switch to do their homework.

“Find out what broadband packages are available and find out what you need. They will always try to up-sell you, but at the same time they do not want to push too hard and lose you as a customer,” he says. “They know that with the arrival of 5G, the mobile phone companies will soon be able to get into the Internet provider game.”

The Glassey’s had to work out other things related to their new television delivery system, like how to connect the streaming services to their TVs. “Think of it as the TV cable box,” he says. “We went with Roku, a onetime cost for a device ($25 to $100) that is very easy to use and connects to hundreds of possible streaming channels and comes with its own free channel. There are several others, like the AppleTV, Amazon’s Fire TV stick, and Chromecast. They all have their plusses and minuses. The good news is that most new TVs are now smart TVs and are equipped for streaming channels.” n

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A TRIBUTE TO ATLANTIC CITY’S PIANO MAN John “Johnny D” D’Angelo, 1937-2020

By David Spatz

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uring the second week in December, in a particularly deadly display that it has no respect for geographic borders, doesn’t discriminate against who it kills, and simply doesn’t play favorites, the COVID-19 virus took the lives of several popular Atlantic City-based entertainers who had long careers in South Jersey and were beloved by legions of fans over the space of many decades.

One of the victims was Johnny D’Angelo, a naturally gifted professional pianist and a lifelong Absecon Islander who formed his first trio when he was just 16 to help his family make ends meet. He ended up spending his entire career playing behind some of the biggest names in the business. Or, if he wasn’t backing up a star, he might be working with his trio or quartet.

Or sometimes you’d find him all alone at a baby grand tickling the ivories in an upscale restaurant or a popular piano bar and lounge.

He knew the names and favorite songs of every regular who walked into long-gone places like Grabel’s, Pals, and Atlantic City’s legendary 500 Club, where D’Angelo and his band would work ahead of artists like Frank Sinatra or Buddy Rich.

D’Angelo, 83, was still working when he became ill, was hospitalized, seemed to rally from the medical crisis but then was quickly cut down by the deadly disease. His death stunned the local entertainment community, not just because he was universally beloved but because he succumbed to complications related to COVID-19 just days after another local musical legend, Kenny Jeremiah, died after battling the virus for several weeks.

“What can I say that anyone else could say who loved, admired, learned from, and respected this man?” singer Sandi Fontana, who worked with D’Angelo for years, asked rhetorically. “I knew him for many years, but the past several were our best. He would say to me, ‘Sandi, this has been the best year! Look at me. People still want to hear me play at my age!’ ” Fontana described her relationship with D’Angelo as “a very special connection.” “I was blessed to have him in my life,” she added. “He’s now in heaven’s all-star band.”

D’Angelo was a teenager when he began playing for a paycheck. He was young and naturally gifted and never had trouble finding gigs. He often worked with stars in major venues like the 500 Club, the Steel Pier, and the Latin Casino, first in Philly, then in the 1960s when it moved to Cherry Hill.

D’Angelo became the pianist all the singers wanted playing behind them. He was also the guy all the local musicians used to hope would call them for a gig. As comfortable and familiar as he was to locals working the area’s better bars and restaurants, D’Angelo easily adapted to performing in the oftentricky casino lounges, where he learned how to use music and his personality to placate sore casino losers or celebrate with the big winners.

He was one of the local artists honored by being asked to play when Resorts International opened Atlantic City’s first casino in 1978. He quickly learned the names of the “important” casino players and, even more impressive, remembered the players’ favorite songs. All of this earned him the title of Atlantic City Entertainer of the Year three different times.

“I was so fortunate to meet Johnny as I started my entertainment manager career at Caesars (Atlantic City),” said Jim Martin, director of employee and labor relations at Hard Rock Atlantic City. “(D’Angelo) was ‘Mr. Waterworks Lounge,’ but for me, the new guy, he became the goto person I could count on if we needed a musician to fill in if it was in a lounge, ballroom, or main showroom,” Martin added. “He never turned me down and what impressed me forever was the ultimate class and professionalism he always displayed.”

Eddie Winston, 82 and also a professional pianist, knew D’Angelo for 60 years and remembers the moment they met.

“I was at a party at a friend’s house in Atlantic City and heard the most raucous and infectious blues in B-flat being played on the piano,” Winston recalls. “People were gathered around and there he was, with his inimitable joyful smile, getting really into it.”

Winston said D’Angelo taught him life lessons that extended well beyond music. He described his friend as warm and never critical of any other musician.

“He had so much confidence and could afford to be charitable. He instilled in me great empathy for everyone who expressed themselves in the arts,” Winston said. “He sensitively knew innately how every artistic person put heart and soul into every endeavor, even if your style and approach were different and not particularly to his liking. He was supportive and encouraging. He was one of a kind, a fixture in the environs of Atlantic City and this is a tragic loss for everyone.” n

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Calendar of Events Now thru 2/28 > Vinter Wonderland Ice Skating Rink Renault Winery, Egg Harbor City Daily, Various times renaultwinery.com 1/4> Ballroom Dancing Seashore Gardens Living Center Boardwalk, Galloway Every Monday and Thursday 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. seashoregardens.org 1/6 > Whiskey Wednesdays Passion Vines, Somers Point 5:00 p.m.

Every Wednesday passionvines.com 1/7 > Half Price Wine Night Linwood Country Club, Linwood 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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1/11 > Tropicana Comedy Shows Kiss Kiss Nightclub, Tropicana 8:00 p.m. acjokes.com 1/19 > Motown Christmas Special Josie Kelly’s Public House, Somers Point 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. josiekellys.com 1/29 Sinbad Borgata Music Box, Atlantic City 9:00 p.m. theborgata.com 1/30 > Atlantic City Ballet: Dracula Circus Maximus Theater 7:00 p.m. acballet.org 2/11 & 2/25 > Virtual Life Drawing with Art Noyes Museum of Art 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. noyesmuseum.org

2/14 > Comedian Vic Dibitetto Uncle Vinnie’s, Point Pleasant Beach 5:30 p.m. unclevinniescomedyclub.com 2/27 > Atlantic City Ballet: Papa and Sinatra — Their Way Circus Maximus Theater 7:00 p.m. acballet.org 2/26 > Sebastian Maniscalco Borgata, Atlantic City 7:00 p.m. theborgata.com Due to the increasing amount of cancelations and postponements, we encourage you to visit each property/venue websites for the most recent and up to date information.

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Arc Of Atlantic County Pro-Am Golf Tournament

The 3rd Annual I. Rice & Company presented the Arc of Atlantic County Pro-Am Golf Tournament this past October at Galloway National Golf Course. Over 130 golfers participated in the event which allows amateur golfers to experience playing simultaneously in a professional and amateur golf tournament.

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Beatles Tribute Band Performs For A Cause

Harrah’s Atlantic City presented The Community Food Bank of New Jersey — Southern Branch EHT location, a check for $5,527 this past October as part of their Bayside Rock Live outdoor concert series.

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Holy Spirit Fall Fest

Holy Spirit High School held a Fall Festival this past November to support the high school. Guests enjoyed the unique vendors, the area’s finest food trucks, live music, and a beer tent that included Garden State Beer Co. and Tuckahoe Brewing Co.

ACPD And JFS Receive Grant

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The Atlantic City Police Department in collaboration with Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties, received a $740,576 grant from the Department of Justice this past November to improve public safety responses and health outcomes for individuals with mental illness and/or substance abuse.

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Schultz-Hill Foundation Awards $24,000 To Students And ARTS Programs

The Schultz-Hill Foundation awarded $24,000 to Students & ARTS Programs in 2020. The DINA Scholarship/ARTS Grant Program was established to support programs and students in the field of Art/History and Education. The Dina Program is named after the “Angel of Wisdom” and is a sub-program of the Foundation in Atlantic City.

JFS Provides Thanksgiving Meals To Local Families

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With generous support from the community, Jewish Family Service of Atlantic and Cape May Counties was able to provide more than 600 bags of food to local individuals and families so they could enjoy a traditional dinner this past Thanksgiving holiday.

Gilda’s Club Fall Classic Golf Tournament

Gilda’s Club South Jersey held its 2020 Fall Classic Golf Tournament at the Atlantic City Country Club this past October. The day included breakfast, a barbeque lunch, and a shotgun start on the golf course.

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Ground Broken For New A.C. Residence Hall

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A dozen people spoke at the groundbreaking for the Phase II Residence Hall at Stockton University Atlantic City this past October, each representing a crucial element in making the project a reality. The six-story, 416-bed residence hall will be built at Atlantic and South Providence Avenues in the University District, and across from the Stockton Atlantic City Campus.

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Beautify Chelsea Cleanup

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The Chelsea community took action to tackle one of its top priorities, beautification, by holding a neighborhood clean-up this past November at O’Donnell Park at Albany and Atlantic Avenues. The park was the drop-off location for bulk trash, electronics, and document shredding, as well as an after-party celebration with food, entertainment, and games.

Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City celebrated its 40th anniversary this past November, commemorating four decades of achievements and milestones. Beloved by generations across the tri-state area, the premier bayside resort destination has evolved to meet the ever-changing demand for new experiences and to reach new audiences.

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Schultz-Hill Foundation Brings Atlantic City Ballet To The Classroom

Students at Our Lady Star of the Sea School in Atlantic City will participate in a cultural arts education program, Stages to Schools, made possible by a partnership between the Atlantic City Ballet and the Schultz-Hill Foundation. The program includes virtual performances of two ballets, teacher resources and an interactive component for students to connect with the dancers.

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$1 Million Prize Purse Fishing Tournament At Golden Nugget

A fishing tournament with a $1 million prize purse held yearly in South Florida has arrived at the Golden Nugget this past July.

Jimmy Johnson’s Atlantic City “Quest for the Ring” Championship Fishing Week was held at Sen. Frank S. Farley State Marina.

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Life Of Earl Harvey Celebrated

The Public Relations Council of Atlantic City held a Celebration of Life event in memory of AC Times Publisher Earl Harvey at Bourre this past November.

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Hard Rock Delivers Food For Atlantic City Seniors

The Hard Rock Atlantic City culinary team filled almost 600 bags this past November with traditional Thanksgiving day meal items like turkey, stuffing, potatoes, and other canned items. The bags were given to local senior homes.

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AtlantiCare Offers First Round Of COVID-19 Vaccines

AtlantiCare proudly offered the first round of COVID-19 vaccines to their frontline team members at their Atlantic City campus in December. In total, they vaccinated 55 people, with more clinics for their healthcare heroes coming up across their campuses.

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CRA Financial Contributes To The Community Food Bank Of New Jersey

Principals of CRA Financial Matt Reynolds, Tom Reynolds, and Bob Martin presented Denise Hladun, Director of External Affairs of the Community FoodBank of New Jersey a $25,000 contribution to help fund FEED AC — a large scale pop-up food distribution program located at Bader Field.

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Vienna Laielli enjoying the Cinnamon Bun Latte at Baristas in Linwood

From exotic fruit smoothies to hot chocolate and lattes, these locally sourced non-alcoholic options are good for your health while quenching your thirst.

By Molly Golubcow

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he year 2020 will no doubt go down in history as the year of the pandemic — masks, illness, and controversy. Unfortunately, to add to the physical ailments caused by the virus, COVID related mental health issues like stress, depression, and anxiety are through the roof.

According to a recent Blue Cross/Blue Shield survey, overall alcohol consumption has risen 23 percent in the United States since the pandemic lockdowns began in March. As is the case when fighting any virus, drinking alcohol is not your friend, and increases your risk for complications.

So, in these trying times, consider imbibing beverages that are not only alcohol-free, but good for your mind, body, and spirit. From exotic fruit smoothies full of antioxidants to hot chocolate drinks to warm your innards, let’s sample some local non-alcoholic options to quench your thirst — hot and cold.

Hot Isabella’s — Ventnor Hot chocolate at Isabella’s definitely does not come from a packet of Swiss Miss stirred into hot water. Quite the opposite! Owner, Guadalupe Terrones, uses smoothy rich milk, real chocolate, and just enough cinnamon to bring out the taste. Terrones added her recipe for hot chocolate to the menu because she knew her customers would enjoy the decadent goodness. Not only does the beverage put smiles on her customers’ faces, but it also brings back memories for Terrones of her grandmother in Mexico grinding cacao beans to make her chocolate. Ask for some freshly baked cinnamon-coated churros to dip while you sip! Loyal customer, Lillian Brennan, perfectly

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Hot chocolate at Isabella’s

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Barista’s — Linwood By definition, a barista is an expert in preparing and serving coffee drinks.

Barista’s — a quaint European style café in Central Square, truly lives up to its name. For example, try a tall, grande, or vente cup of one of Barista’s signature drinks like Cinnamon Bun Latte — espresso with brown sugar and cinnamon syrup, steamed milk, and topped with whip cream and shaved chocolate. Or, another favorite, Toffee Nut Latte — espresso and plenty of English toffee and vanilla syrup. If you prefer, Barista’s will use soy milk in any of the drinks and prepare the coffee regular or decaf.

In addition to their signature coffee drinks, the café also offers a variety of cocoa drinks, flavored steamers, and teas including Chai Earl Gray and Lemon Ginger.

Sugar Factory — Hard Rock Café, Atlantic City For kids, or kids at heart, the Sugar Factory will please your sweet tooth in many ways. With locations across the globe including Las Vegas, New York City, Bahrain, Dubai, and Orlando, sugar and spice and everything nice is all over the menu. For example, indulge in a hot cup of happiness like S’Mores Hot Chocolate — rich hot chocolate topped with toasted marshmallows, whipped cream, and crumbled Graham Crackers. If that doesn’t warm your mind and body, Sugar Factory also offers an amazing concoction called the Peanut Butter Frosty Hot Chocolate — creamy peanut butter in a rich, velvety hot chocolate blended with strawberry jam and topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

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Cold Enlightenment Café, Ventnor The Enlightenment Café believes in healing and soothing the mind, body, and spirit through food, music, and yoga. In addition to their bowls and tacos featuring quinoa, tofu, and other healthy menu items, the Café offers eight different smoothies bursting with natural vitamins and supplements, like the Berry Banana — a blend of mixed berries, bananas, coconut milk, and chai seeds. Other smoothies to pick from that help to boost your immune system range from the Queen Bee — a smooth and creamy blend of mango, coconut milk, bee pollen, and banana to the Buddha Buzz — espresso, milk, banana, almond butter, maca, and agave.

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Rainbow, Ventnor A tall order — 16 ounces of yummy “slush” drinks that will quench your thirst and please your palette.

For example, Rainbow fruit drink options range from mango to strawberry, or combinations of two fruits. To mix it up, try a drink with a touch of Asian fusion like the Snow-White Slush with red bean and mango or Green Tea Slush with mango.

Regardless of which one of the 12 slush drinks you select, be sure to use one of Rainbow’s long, colorful straws to slurp up every drop! Phyllis Terlecky, a long time Rainbow slush fan, explains why the Avocado Cheese Foam Tea is her favorite, “It’s refreshing and filling; like a mini meal for me. It’s not too sweet, just satisfying and good.”

Sunrise Café, Ocean City Located on Asbury Avenue, the café is a perfect spot for breakfast and lunch. To accompany your meal, Sunrise offers a nice mix of beverage options like a tall glass of Fresh

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Squeezed Orange Juice overflowing with Vitamin C. Also, try a refreshing and oh-so-hip beverage — Nitro Coffee.

Move over Nescafe! This coffee is cold brewed and then infused with nitrogen gas so it can be served straight from a tap — just like a cold stout. Nitro coffee presents with a cold and foamy beer-like head created by the shot of nitrogen.

For black coffee connoisseurs (and caffeine die-hards) — the frothy and flavorful drink also packs plenty of antioxidants to boost your immune system without downsides like sugar, milk, acid, or alcohol.

When in Rome…

Like many culinary masterpieces, Italy has been its birthplace. In 2009, Buonafide Foods added a line of non-alcoholic wines to their repertoire. Founder, Michael Yourison, explains, “Europeans are celebrating a movement as alcohol-free wines have become increasingly popular, while in the United States the demand increases for more diverse alcoholic-free wine options that are NOT sweet.”

Whether for health or dietary reasons, sobriety, or pregnancy, the Buonafide 0.0 line has something healthy and satisfying for everyone. Choose from a crisp and refreshing Rosato — from selected Montepulciano d’Abruzzo grapes blushing in a pomegranate and raspberry color to a crisp and refreshing Sparkling Italian Wine Cocktail — extra dry Bianco wine, elderberry, and mint.

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2020-2021 College Cost Data

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very year, the College Board releases updated college cost data and trends in its annual report.

The College Board publishes average cost figures, which are based on a survey of approximately 4,000 colleges across the country.

Following are cost highlights for the 2020-2021 academic year.

“Total cost of attendance” includes direct billed costs for tuition, fees, room, and board, plus a sum for indirect costs that include books, transportation, and personal expenses, which will vary by student.

Public college costs (in-state students) • Tuition and fees increased by 1.1% to $10,560 • Room and board increased by 1% to $11,620 • Total cost of attendance: $26,820 Public college costs (out-of-state students) • Tuition and fees increased by 0.9% to $27,020 • Room and board increased by 1% to $11,620 (same as in-state) • Total cost of attendance: $43,280 Private college costs • Tuition and fees increased by 2.1% to $37,650 • Room and board increased by 1% to $13,120 • Total cost of attendance: $54,880 Over the past decade, the average published tuition, fees, room, and board at private 4-year colleges increased by 17% beyond increases in the Consumer Price Index, and at 4-year public colleges increased 15% beyond increases in the Consumer Price Index.

FAFSA opened October 1st The FAFSA for the next school year, 2021-2022, opened on October 1, 2020, and relies on income information from your 2019 federal income tax return and current asset information. Your income is the biggest factor in determining financial aid eligibility.

A detailed analysis of the federal aid formula is beyond the scope of this article, but generally, here is how your expected family contribution (EFC) is calculated.

• Parent income is counted up to 47% (income equals adjusted gross income, plus untaxed income/benefits minus certain deductions) • Student income is counted at 50% over the student’s income protection allowance ($6,970 for the 2021-2022 year) • Parent assets over the asset protection allowance are counted at 5.64% (home equity, retirement accounts, cash value life insurance, and annuities are not counted at all) • Student assets are counted at 20% Your EFC remains constant, no matter which college your child attends. Your EFC is not the same as your child’s financial need. To calculate financial need, subtract your EFC from the cost of a specific college. Because costs vary at each college, your child’s financial need will vary by college. n This article is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as the basis for an investment decision. Consult your financial adviser, as well as your tax and/or legal advisers, regarding your personal circumstances before making investment decisions.

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Little Egg Harbor 798 North Green Street

Egg Harbor Township 2500 English Creek Avenue Building 700

Egg Harbor Township* 2500 English Creek Avenue Building 1200 *

Dedicated to orthopaedic surgeries