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t seems like just yesterday we were stocking up on sunscreen, replenishing last season’s flip flops, and anticipating another glorious endless summer. But as all good things must come to an end, we now find ourselves in the home stretch of Summer 2015. How will you fill your days and nights in the last weeks to make this summer truly memorable? We have some ideas.

Allow me to present the Top 10 Things to do at the Jersey Shore While it’s Still Summer.

1. Walk or ride the Route 52 causeway bridge into Ocean City. This marvel of engineering features a pedestrian and bicycle path, a visitor’s center, and a fishing pier. It’s pretty anytime, but at night the LED lights cast beautiful colors over the water.

2. Climb a lighthouse. It’s a whopping 228 steps to the top of the Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City, but the breathtaking view is worth it!

3. Discover a Cape May diamond. Sunset Beach in Cape May is famous for its beautiful quartz crystals. When polished and cut, these stones have the appearance of real diamonds.

4. Pick your own Jersey Fresh fruit. Produce stands are great, but this takes it to a new level. Area farms offer pick-your-own options for blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and cherries.

5. Take a boat ride. From dolphin or whale watching adventures to cocktail cruises, there are plenty of choices. Or take a day trip on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry; dogs and bicycles welcome!

6. Learn to surf. If you’ve always wanted to try it, now is your chance.

7. Enjoy a free outdoor concert. There’s free jazz on Thursday evenings at Kennedy Plaza in Atlantic City. Check your local listings for free concerts in any of the neighboring shore towns.

8. Explore the Arts. Don’t wait for a rainy day to enjoy the area’s cultural activities. From the Noyes Arts Garage Stockton University to theatre at Dante Hall and the Ocean City Music Pier, there are countless ways to indulge your artistic side.

9. Visit an elephant. An historic landmark, Lucy the Elephant stands six stories high alongside the beach in Margate. Take a tour; see the view, grab a snack at the café. Check the schedule for free on-site musical performances and movies.

10. Take a family beach portrait. Memorialize this summer with the people you love most — in the place where you’ve already made so many memories.

Enjoy this issue of New Jersey Lifestyle … another wonderful way to appreciate the Jersey shore!

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CONTENTS

SUMMER 2015

DEPARTMENTS

It's Happy Hour with a view. Page 40.

Local Chatter ............................................. 6 The buzz on happenings in and around our area.

Lifestyle Fashion......................................... 8 Labor Day looks.

Fashion Spotlight........................................12 Stunning and affordable fashion unite at Barbara’s.

Health Watch............................................. 14 Discover the path to a happy life.

Health & Medical Profiles 2015................... 18 Two area doctors are spotlighted.

The designers who created this $1.5 million residence had all the advantages: optimal location, exquisite waterfront view, and a footprint that left a little room to breathe. Read more in Lifestyle Architecture. Page 22.

Home & Design Spotlight............................25 Painting inside the lines with Clean Lines.

Lifestyle Opinion........................................ 26 The CRDA: From Bill Gormely to John Palmieri.

FEATURES

Lifestyle Home........................................... 31

Feel Good.......................................... 20 Experience aerial yoga and learn to fly.

Bayfront Beauty................................. 22

Enjoy the summer nights in your outdoor space.

Money Watch............................................. 35 Rising interest rates and the effect on your portfolio.

A million-dollar Ocean City home that is simply grand.

Lifelines.................................................... 39

Entertainment.................................... 32

On Wheels................................................. 42

How a flat tire led to a love of country music.

The Regrets of Regis.

The well-anticipated arrival of the Maserati Alfieri.

Wild about the Wildwoods................... 36

Lifestyle Legends........................................46

The Doo Wop experience is alive in this seaside town.

Food Fare...........................................40 Enjoy these top Happy Hours with a view.

The top ten beach scenes.

The Social Scene........................................ 48 Get the picture on the latest events and happenings.

Restaurant Report...................................... 54 A visit to two area restaurants and a coffee house.

Lifestyle Wine............................................ 56 In Lifestyle On Wheels, The Maserati Alfieri coupe is already making giant waves among automotive enthusiasts.

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Stellar summer wines.

Lifestyle Cooking........................................ 59 Delicious summer days.

Dining Gallery............................................ 60 Pictured left and on the cover: Maserati Alfieri photo courtesy of Maserati USA. 4

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A Final Word.............................................. 64 Where to spin your wheels.

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FOR THE SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR, Ocean City — the quaint beach town that bills itself as “America’s Greatest Family Resort” — was named the state’s most popular beach. Sponsored by the New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium and Stockton University, New Jersey’s Top Ten Beach Contest is designed to make people feel more connected to the state’s coastline.

For another year, Cape May County beaches dominated the voting, taking the top five slots.

This year’s runners-up were: Wildwood; Wildwood Crest; Sea Isle City; North Wildwood; Asbury Park; Manasquan; Belmar; Brigantine; and Long Beach Township.

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Maroon 5

JUST WHEN YOU THOUGHT last summer's Blake Shelton and Lady Antebellum concerts couldn’t be topped — each brought about 60,000 fans to Atlantic City — think again.

Things are about to get seriously out of hand.

On August 16, mega-stars Maroon 5, Nick Jonas, and Matt McAndrew will hit the beach and on August 20, country group Rascal Flatts will bring their Riot Tour to Atlantic City. While not free this year, the tickets are reasonably priced and available on Ticketmaster.

Stand-Up Comedy Festival Scheduled

THE 6TH ANNUAL ATLANTIC CITY Comedy Festival will take place at Atlantic City's Boardwalk Hall on October 10 - 11. Scheduled headliners for the festival include comedian/ actor Mike Epps, Sommore, Earthquake, Bruce Bruce, Arnez J. and many other hilarious comics. Two back-to-back nights of comedy will take place, featuring 5-6 comedians on the bill nightly.

Currently in its sixth year, the Atlantic City Comedy Festival has presented some of the finest stand-up comedians in a city well known for its nightlife entertainment. Since its inception in 2009, over 50,000 fans have enjoyed this two-day event.

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An Eye-level Art Frieze ARTIST KEVIN LABADIE presents Sprawl, a collection of paintings constructed as a sort of eye level frieze, at the Noyes Museum of Art in Oceanville. The continuous paintings are a miniature chronicle of daily encounters stretching across all four gallery walls and around corners. Sprawl is about reaching past the periphery of each passing moment as it touches the edge of the next.

There is no end to it and it may begin anew.

Labadie packs his work with an eye to salvaging the elusive gems laid in the path of the daily journey.

He arranges his collection to draw a perpetual sense of narrative out of the material.

Labadie’s award-winning paintings, installations, and sculptures have been exhibited in Tokyo, Munich, and New York, as well at throughout the East Coast.

This must-see exhibit runs thru September 27.

T HE BUZ Z O N HA P P E N IN GS IN AN D A ROU N D O U R A R EA The Comfort Zone

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ON AUGUST 13, THE CAPE MAY – LEWES FERRY will host The Comfort Zone Band on its spacious lawn located adjacent to the Lewes terminal building. The concert, which will begin at 5:30 PM, is free to the public. The Comfort Zone Band will get groovy with their seven-person beach band, delivering everything from sultry smooth jazz to up-tempo R&B and soul classics.

“We’re thrilled to be able to host these family-friendly, memorable nights of music for the community,” said Nikky Fisher, Lewes Terminal Manager. “With beautiful waterfront views and our investment in a large portable stage for our entertainers, our lawn is the perfect spot for a concert so come join us for the fun.”

Triple the Fun!

Rescued Jersey Seal Thriving

ATLANTIC CITY THEATER, in partnership with Dante Hall Productions, will present Relatively-Speaking, 3 one-act comedies, on September 25-27 and October 2-4 at Dante Hall Theater of the Arts/Stockton College. In Talking Cure, Ethan Coen uncovers the sort of insanity that can only come from family. Elaine May explores the hilarity of passing in George is Dead, and in Honeymoon Motel, Woody Allen invites you to the sort of wedding day you won't forget.

With reviews like, “Firecracker funny … A savory tasting platter of comedies, packed with nifty zingers.” — NY Times; “A rollicking good time.” — The New Yorker; and “So juicy and brilliantly funny.” — NY Post, theatergoers will not be disappointed.

THE TOOFRIENDLY SEAL from the Jersey Shore is doing swimmingly at a zoo in Detroit. The seal, named Jersey, was taken to the Detroit Zoo late last year after stopping to visit several area beaches over the summer of 2014. Before being trapped, animal rescuers reportedly tried to repeatedly shoo the friendly seal back into the water, but she kept returning.

Jersey was eventually trapped after she was spotted being petted in Longport.

According to zoo officials, Jersey has really taken to her new environment and appears to be thriving. She lives with four other rescued seals who have also found sanctuary there.

The Last Laugh

AFTER A 31 YEAR RUN, The Comedy Stop Cafe and Cabaret in The Quarter at Tropicana closed in July. According to owner Bob Kephart, the club that first opened its doors in Atlantic City in 1983, succumbed to numerous financial pressures.

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Lifestyle Fashion

By Alyson Boxman Levine

Labor Day Looks Sizzle this summer in these six chic looks

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he last hurrah of summer will soon be upon us. That dreaded long weekend when the start of school looms just around the corner and the lazy days of summer come to an unfortunate end. Before Labor Day — The Unofficial End of Summer — arrives, spend as much time outside as you can, soaking up those last glorious days at the Jersey Shore.

Whether you’re planning a relaxing weekend on the beach

Jade Dress, Trina Turk

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or have family and friends visiting, gear up your wardrobe for the long weekend ahead. Weekend essentials include must-have outfits for wherever the holiday celebration takes you. From a backyard BBQ to a night out on the town, you’ll surely want to have these chic looks on hand. You've worked hard all year long, so treat yourself and celebrate this Labor Day weekend in style.

Jersey Romper, Calypso St. Barth

nnn The Evening Stroll Start the holiday weekend off with a Thursday evening stroll.

Whether you prefer the excitement-filled boardwalk of Atlantic City or the family-fun planks of Ocean City, the evening breeze will ease you gently into the holiday weekend. Choose the winning style of this Wynn Dress from designer Trina Turk.

Featured in a mesmerizing shade of jade, simply pull on this popover dress and look fantastic. With side pockets, an easy fit, and a flattering neckline, this is an ideal look for any body type.

Founded in 1995 by Trina and her husband — photographer Jonathan Skow — as a women’s contemporary clothing line, Trina Turk has evolved into an iconic lifestyle brand. A genuine California local, the brand celebrates West Coast style with annual collections of chic women’s ready-to-wear and accessories.

Infused with bold signature prints and dynamic hues unique to Silk Cover-up, Clube Bossa

each collection, Trina's modern and optimistic outlook combines the best of classic American design with California confidence.

The label incorporates beautiful fabrics and impeccable quality, resulting in effortless, carefree glamour. Trina is also an active philanthropist who gives back to local communities, as well as contributes generously to arts, education, and preservation causes in the Los Angeles area. nnn The Backyard Barbeque You will be both comfortable and stylish at your casual gettogether in Charlie Jade's vibrant Ava dress. Featuring a colorpacked, playful print — detailed with eye-catching beading along the neckline — simply slip on sandals and you’re ready to go.

To develop the Charlie Jade label, creative director Stephen Soller and designer Angie Gabriel combined their keen eye for

Laurel Dress, Notte by Marchesa

Crimson Jumpsuit, Halston Heritage

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LIFEST YLE FASHION exquisite prints and colors with a passion for timeless silhouettes.

Inspired by the idea that there is nothing more feminine than a woman in a dress, Charlie Jade clothing is youthful, playful, and, above all, beautiful. A refreshing blend of effortless style, quality tailoring, and expressive soul, the Charlie Jade label is the epitome of must-have, go-to wardrobe pieces.

beach-bound repertoire with this chic striped jumpsuit from Calypso St. Barth. Constructed of a stretch linen/jersey blend, this ensemble feels like loungewear, featuring subtle coconut and grey stripes, accented with turquoise embroidery. Structural elements — like an elastic waistband and side seam pockets — make this romper the ultimate in cozy, casual elegance.

Since launching its first store in 1992 in St. Barth, Calypso St. nnn The Beach Concert Barth has grown from a modest resort-wear boutique to a luxury Preparing for a beach concert takes planning, organization, and, lifestyle brand with a passionate celebrity following. Inspired by of course, the perfect outfit. This Labor Day modernize your travel, culture, and the arts, the label reveals unique and feminine pieces. From exotic dip-dyed caftans to luxurious cashmere cardigans, the brand’s apparel and accessories are designed for women to endlessly mix and match into countless combinations of effortless A Fashion Experience elegance.

14 Central Square Linwood • 609.601.0035 nnn The Last Beach Day Bask in the sun all day at your favorite n johnny was beach over the holiday weekend and enjoy n nydj the glorious surf and sand. Wear this blue n three dots and white striped, beaded silk cover-up n comfy from hip Brazilian designer Clube Bossa n elliott lauren and you’ll be super comfortable and oh-so stylish. n white & warren Couture swimwear label Clube Bossa n nally & millie was launched in 2006, and was soon n alison sheri named Brazil’s most luxurious and avantn donna degnan garde swimwear collection. In 2011, the n cartise brand — featuring intricate patterns and n ag jeans handmade couture beachwear — was n allen allen successfully launched in the U.S. market n equestrian to a pleasantly-astonished crowd of buyers n dolcezza and editors. With countless magazine n zoe couture credits and a strong celebrity following, n 525 america the brand has gained an audience of n lisa todd sophisticated women that now make sure n 360 sweater to include the luxurious resort wear in n lilla p their suitcases while traveling the world n annabel ingall searching for the sun. n lyssé n luc fontaine nnn The Date Night Turn your ho-hum, regular date night up a notch with a new and exciting outfit this summer. Wow your significant other and turn every head in the restaurant as you enter in this elegant designer dress.

Featuring black and gold lace, and a full skirt with peplum detail, the Laurel Dress

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When Hollywood's A-listers need to make an entrance, Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig are their go-to designers. The creators of the popular Marchesa label, this English-born duo has been charming the red-carpet set with their dramatic evening dresses since 2004, when Renée Zellweger wore their brand for her London premiere of Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason.

Countless celebrities — like Sienna Miller and Jennifer Lopez — followed soon after.

To cater to their smaller-budgeted admirers, the duo launched Notte by Marchesa, a less-expensive secondary line. nnn The Dance Club With so many hip venues to choose from, the Atlantic City area’s plethora of nightclubs will undoubtedly inspire your best dance moves. Get your groove on in style in this crimson jumpsuit from Halston Heritage. This crepe Georgette combo jumpsuit features high-slit chiffon inserts, creating a dramatic wide leg that balances the form-fitted bodice of this season’s jumpsuit.

Founded in the 1960s, the Halston label took the fashion industry by storm. Created

by Roy Halston Frowick — the creator of luxury American fashion — the label’s groundbreaking designs still influence and inspire fashionistas today. Halston used his signature materials of jersey, cashmere, and suede to reinvent the jumpsuit, shirtdress, and classic caftan, permanently leaving his mark on the fashion world. Through the Halston Heritage collection, a new team of innovators continue to evolve the legacy.

Halston Heritage is an approachable luxury lifestyle brand that mixes legacy traditions with a modern edge to create an effortless women’s collection of ready-to-wear, dresses, handbags, footwear, and small leather goods.

As you enjoy the last days of Summer 2015, remember the month of September is usually a warm and beautiful time at the shore. You just might be able to squeeze in a few more beach days and nights, and these stylish looks will have you feeling on-trend and chic as you continue to enjoy your Indian summer. n

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FASHION SPOTLIGHT

Stylishly Chic Stunning and affordable fashion unite beautifully at Barbara’s

By MOLLY GOLUBCOW

Photo by Eric Weeks IF ARE LOOKING FOR A FASHION EXPERIENCE where you can choose from 100s of quality items, the latest designs and trends, and most importantly, an emphasis on customer satisfaction, Barbara’s is the place for you. Located in Linwood’s Central Square, this little shop is filled with fashion options tailored to your needs.

Whether an oversized handbag, a pretty dress, casual pant suits, or funky-fun earrings, Barbara’s has that special something for you.

Barbara’s Touch Over 11 years ago, Barbara Spolsky took over the shop and gave it her extraordinary touch of fashion, flair, and warmth – her passion for life and style all under one roof. Unfortunately for her family, friends, and customers, Barbara passed away a year and a half ago, but her touch is still ever present in the boutique. Her fashion sense and philosophy lives on today with stunning and affordable clothing and accessories. According to Karen and Steff, fashion consultants who worked for Barbara for many years and continue to run the shop, Barb’s touch is very much alive and present in their fashion selections and customer service. As soon as you enter the shop, you can “feel the warmth.” Steff explains, “We make our customers feel welcome as soon as they walk in ... just like Barb did.”

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Wear It, Love It, Live In It Barb loved fashion, and always told her customers that when they shop for clothes and accessories they have to “Wear It, Love It and Live In It.” When shopping at Barbara’s that’s exactly what you will get — clothes that you want to wear and show off because it looks good on you and matches your special style. Whether you are looking for an outfit for an evening on the town, special occasion or a summertime pool party, Barbara’s can help you find the perfect look that is right for you and your style.

Barb’s mantra was “Wear It, Love It and Live In It.”

FASHION SPOTLIGHT One of Barbara’s always-pleased customers, Temi Marx, Margate, recommends the shop for everything fashion from A to Z. Marx explains, “I am very comfortable shopping at Barbara’s — never pressured. And for me, it's one stop shopping whether it's casual or evening wear — I always walk out HAPPY." Whatever you are looking for — or even if you are not sure what you need or what the absolutely just-right accessory for your outfit will be, putting together a wardrobe that fits your style and getting personalized care and warmth is what Barbara’s is all about. Customers always feel special and get one-on-one advice and suggestions from Karen and Steff.

They worked closely with Barb for many years, and work closely with each other, as well as their customers today. Many people who shop at Barbara’s just love the fashionista sister act — all contributing to making Barbara’s feel like you're part of the fashion family!

Designers and Then Some From over 80 leading designers to pick from, Barbara’s offers new arrivals and trending clothing from tops and sweaters, to dresses

and pants. However, the selections don't end there. You'll also find everything else you need to complete an ensemble, like stylish belts, fabulous scarves, sun hats and, of course, handbags and jewelry. The hip array of handbags come in multiple sizes and styles. And jewelry is wellmade and incredibly affordable.

Barbara's features contemporary and designer clothing essentials and, for the summer season, vacation must haves. From Cartise “real women” dress designs to Johnny Was bohemian blouses to an Elliott Lauren summer top, Barbara’s has a special something for all tastes and looks.

So what’s hot for the Summer of 2015? Barbara’s fashion sense and sensibility super team see this year as an “everything goes season of style” ranging from long summer T-shirt dresses, to long shorts, and anything in between. In addition, Barbara’s guarantees fashion and flair for all body types. Some of the designers that you can find at Barbara’s include: Johnny Was, NYDJ, Three Dots, Comfy, Elliott Lauren, White & Warren, Nally & Millie, Alison Sheri, Donna Degnan, Cartise, AG Jeans, Allen Allen, Equestrian, Dolcezza, Zoe Couture, 525 America, Lisa Todd, 360 Sweater, Lilla P, Annabel Ingall, Lyssé, and Luc Fontaine. n

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Choose Happiness Discover the path to a happy life

Health Watch

By Robin Stoloff

“FOLKS ARE USUALLY ABOUT AS HAPPY AS they make their minds up to be;” plain, yet profound words from Abraham Lincoln. Before scientific theories and behavioral therapy, before focus groups and social experiments, Lincoln summarized this most basic concept of a happy life in one short and simple sentence.

It is the foundation of a positive attitude, which is directly connected to our emotional and physical health.

There are people that not only see the glass as half empty, they actually want to smash the glass. Their anger and negativity blinds them to the possibility that things can be different.

Their thoughts and behavior creates stress, wreaking havoc on their immune system, and making them more vulnerable to conditions such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, digestive disorders and, ultimately, a shorter life.

Here is the good news; a negative attitude can be changed, according to Cydney Savage, LPC, Director of Adult Outpatient Services, AtlantiCare Behavioral Health. She says, “The first step is believing that happiness is not only possible, but is actually a choice. A lot of people put responsibility for their happiness outside of themselves … if only traffic were better, if only I had won the lottery … if only … if only. That won’t ever result in feeling happy.”

A positive outlook needs to come from within and it starts with changing how you think every day. Savage notes, “If you can wrap your mind around the idea that happiness is a choice, being frustrated is a choice, being angry is a choice, you (can) change the pattern.” For instance, she says, if you are stuck in traffic, you can choose to be angry and miserable or change your mindset, take a deep breath and

say, “let me use this time to think about what to make for dinner or what I will accomplish at work today.”

Another step toward changing negative thoughts is stopping negative talk. When you use words such as “always” and “never”, you are setting yourself up to fail. For example; “This always happens to me” or “I never get a break.” These generalized statements send out negative vibes into the world and make you feel helpless and hopeless.

While you are attempting to avoid your own negative chatter, be sure to avoid others as well. The office gossip or the friend with the “Oh woe is me attitude” will just drag you down into their negative spiral. We have all heard the saying “misery loves company” and it can be easy to get trapped into becoming one of their pessimistic cronies. Make every effort to stay clear of people like this and surround yourself with positive people. We all know that person who is always smiling, who seems to take adversity in stride, who loves life. We want to be near that person, we want to be that person.

When asked by people why she is always so happy, a friend of mine answers, “It’s better than being sad.” Yes, it is.

In addition to getting rid of negative people, it is critical to eliminate negative behaviors — overeating, smoking, drinking too much.

It can be an endless cycle — you feel bad or upset so you eat or drink or … fill in the blank. It is a temporary fix, and then you suffer feelings of guilt and angst which compounds the problem. To break the chain, sometimes professional help is the answer. Seeking treatment or therapy is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength. While it is not easy, people who have overcome these obstacles

A positive outlook needs to come from within and it starts with changing how you think every day.

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have discovered a new and wonderful life, knowing true joy for the first time.

According to Savage, her clients who make positive life changes are more optimistic and productive; they are healthier and have better relationships.

Savage also suggests doing one thing every day that makes you happy. Whether it is taking a walk, painting a picture, or calling a friend, find joy in every day. Take a moment to appreciate the world around you — a beautiful sunset, the scent of a flower.

“Get out of your own head and look out the window.”

Finally, there is one last step in living a more positive life and that is sharing it with others. Nothing feels better than doing something nice for someone else. It could be as little as a compliment or holding the door for a stranger. Volunteer your time with a local organization, donate clothing to a charity. Do a good deed for a neighbor or spend time with a friend who is going through a tough time. When you come home from work, greet your spouse and kids with a positive attitude, even if your day did not go as planned. Always greet everyone with a smile and kind word, it will uplift both of you.

Savage says it is challenging to break a negative pattern, but it is possible to forge new tracks and follow the road you want to travel. “I tell people it is hard, it takes diligence and it is worth it.” So, as good old Honest Abe would advise, make up your mind and choose happiness. n Robin Stoloff, was the Health Reporter for NBC 40 for more almost 30 years. Her mission is to help others take an active role in their own health. She now hosts of her own radio program, “Living Well with Robin Stoloff” on Lite Rock 96.9, WFPG FM (A Townsquare Media Company) on Sunday mornings from 9-11 AM. Robin talks with local experts about health, fitness, nutrition, and so much more. You’ll also hear her “Health Update” segments throughout the day on the five Atlantic City Townsquare stations. See videos of her guests and get more help tips at literock969.com — click Health Update. Learn how to live a better, longer and healthier life with Robin Stoloff’s “Living Well” program and “Health Update” features.

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A Healthy Dose of Compassion Through passion and dedication, Dr. Salaam Alobeidy changes the lives of his patients

By Felicia Lowenstein Niven Photo by Eric Weeks

IF YOU’VE NEVER HAD A PROBLEM breathing, if you’ve never felt the real fear that comes from trying to suck in a breath of lifesaving oxygen, chances are that you take it for granted.

After all, breathing is one of those functions that happen automatically. We don’t even think about it, unless we have to.

But for those of us who do have to think about it — because we have asthma or COPD or other respiratory disorders — dedicated specialists like Salaam Alobeidy, M.D. are a blessing. Dr. Alobeidy is one of those rare individuals who bring together passion and expertise to make a difference in the lives of others. It’s what he believes medicine should be about — not money, not success, but a real altruistic desire to help. Yet he came to this career from a very different — and much more pragmatic — perspective.

“When I was young, I was very interested in science, especially in light and energy,” he said.

“But in Bagdad where I was living, there wasn’t a future in that field. Therefore, I turned instead to medicine. I knew that if I became a doctor, it would be a career that would be valuable in times of war and peace, and whatever the economic situation.”

Initially, his focus was trauma, surgery, and critical care — highly stressful and often life-anddeath situations where he was trained in lifesaving skills. After earning his medical degree from the University of Bagdad College of Medicine, he ventured stateside because opportunities in the U.S. were abundant. He completed a Fellowship at Winthrop-University Hospital (New York), and Residencies at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital (Chicago) and Catholic Health Partners (Chicago).

As a result, he is certified in General Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Anatomic Pathology.

His practice, American Sleep & Pulmonary Medicine, is based in Galloway. Dr. Alobeidy is affiliated with AtlantiCare, but works at all the major

area hospitals and with a variety of specialists associated with his areas of medicine.

“Pulmonologists work closely with cardiologists,” he said, “because if a patient is short of breath, it could be the lungs or the heart or both."

As a pulmonologist, he treats the full range of ailments of the lungs and respiratory system. This includes asthma, pneumonia, tuberculosis, chest infections, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema, pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung disease, and malignancies. “If it’s cancer, I’ll work closely with a team of specialists, an oncologist and a surgeon for example, to treat the patient."

Because sleep disorders are often related to breathing, it was a natural extension of the practice.

In that area, he treats patients with sleep apnea, issues with circadian rhythms, insomnia, abnormal sleep behavior, and seizure disorders that affect sleep.

What distinguishes his approach is the fact that he gives the patients a “voice” in diagnosis and treatment.

“I listen to them and I trust that what they are telling me is right,” he said. “I take every single complaint seriously and I keep digging until I find the answer. One of my greatest rewards is the smile on my patient’s face when we’re successful in diagnosing and treating the problem.”

About half of his patients are referred by other physicians; the other half find out about Dr. Alobeidy via word of mouth. “I don’t advertise,” he said. “In advertising, the whole purpose is to make money. That’s not my focus. I entered the field of medicine to help, and that’s my greatest reward.”

That dedication translates to an incredible work ethic. Dr. Alobeidy is on call 24-hours-day, sevendays-a-week. Patients get him personally and not a covering doctor. “It’s important that I’m reachable,” he said. “These patients are in my care. Why would I hand them over to someone else who may not

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Providing a thorough and quality treatment has been a hallmark of the practice since Dr. Alobeidy opened it in 2007. His wife Lauren works alongside him. She was there to help him start the practice as a family friend, and it ended up in a longstanding relationship. The couple has two children: Leila, age five; and Adam, age three-and-a-half.

Between work and parenting, that doesn’t leave a lot of time for hobbies. But when time permits, Dr. Alobeidy enjoys bicycling, swimming, and painting. He once painted an interesting part of the anatomy during his training in pathology. “It helped me to visualize it, and it made it into the patient’s chart,” he noted.

Dr. Alobeidy is accepting new patients. His office is located at 54 West Jimmie Leeds Rd., Suite 4-5, Galloway, NJ 08205. The office is open from 9 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (609)404-0056. n

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Feeling & Looking Your Best:

By Felicia Lowenstein Niven

Sood Center for Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery IF YOU DIDN’T KNOW, YOU MIGHT MISTAKE THE SOOD CENTER FOR Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery for a spa. The soothing waterfall, the dark hardwoods, and the soaring entranceway all combine to create that type of relaxing setting. Yet don’t let the surroundings fool you. This is an expert medical practice that offers the full range of services that help you look and feel younger.

At the helm is Dr. Mohit Sood, board-certified in plastic/cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Sood spent five years in general surgery before completing his Fellowship in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

While there, he traveled to train with surgeons at various partner hospitals including Jefferson University Hospitals, Memorial Sloan Kettering, and Cooper Health System.

“I learned 100 different nuances on how to approach a surgery,” revealed Dr. Sood. “As a result, I can utilize these different techniques, which work better for certain patients and conditions.”

Dr. Sood sees patients from all walks of life, and all ages and genders. “It’s a myth that the typical patient is a 20-year-old who wants breast augmentation,” he noted. “We see mothers whose kids just went off to college, and they’re not as comfortable in their bodies as they once were. We also see women and men who might benefit from looking younger and healthier in their careers.”

“We sit down and talk about what they want to accomplish, and I give them the options from noninvasive to invasive,” he said. Patients sit with him in this Zen-inspired setting and see previews on a large flat screen mounted on the doctor’s office wall. “I spend a lot of time counseling. I want patients to have a good understanding of the outcome, so that they can make the decision that’s right for them.”

The full list of services may be found on the website. Surgeries generally fall within four categories: breast enhancement, body contouring, facial surgery, and reconstructive surgery. Noninvasive options are listed under MedSpa services, and include Botox,

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Dr. Mohit Sood Chemical Peels, Facial Fillers, lip augmentation, microdermabrasion, and Obagi® Skin Care.

Patients sit down with Patient Care Coordinator Melissa Vola to review financing options. “This is a very relaxed, no-pressure conversation,” she said. “We hold our patients hands and guide them through the entire process.”

All patients receive “concierge service,” which is the Center’s term for personalized attention and 24/7 on-call accessibility. “They have immediate access to me at all times,” said Dr. Sood.

Initial consultations are free. The Sood Center for Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery is located in Central Square at 199 New Road, Suite 31, Linwood, N.J. For more information, visit www.soodcenter.com or call (609)318-3672. n

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If you are looking to revitalize your appearance, whether it’s a subtle enhancement or a complete transformation, Dr. Sood has the expertise to help you obtain your goal. Making a change to achieve your vision is a very personal decision and Dr. Sood and his staff will guide you through the entire process.

Mohit Sood, DO Board-Certified Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon Call 609-318-3852 to schedule your consultation.

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Feel Good By Molly Golubcow

Breathe, Stretch, Soar Experience aerial yoga and learn to fly Yoga is an ancient Hindu discipline using breathing, simple meditation, and specific body poses and stretches to achieve health and relaxation. Ranging from Bikram (hot and sweaty) to Restorative (simple and relaxing), there are many yoga schools and philosophies to experience. In the last few years, aerial yoga has literally risen to the top as a safe and fun way to perform traditional yoga positions.

Swinging Good Time So what exactly is aerial yoga? As the name implies, you are not on the floor, but rather in the air suspended in a silk-fabric hammock. The rig, which supports up to 2,000 pounds, consists of two support chains fixed into the ceiling, webbing strap, a silk hammock, and carabineers. Like a Cirque de Soleil acrobat, the colorful and graceful “swing� cradles the weight of your body, fully or partially depending on the move or stretch. Based on your comfort level, the hammock can be as little as 10 inches off the ground to several feet. You can keep your hammock small and still or open wide and swinging. Whatever you choose, you can perform non-impact movements on your body that leave you feeling taller, lighter, and refreshed.

There are different aerial yoga programs for different tastes and exercise goals. Some are very yoga centric, while others are more circus-based strength exercises, and others are dance-based offering more flow. Some instructors add a touch of Pilates to strengthen the core.

Regardless of the approach, suspended in a hammock of silk adds an element of fun and sensual movements to the exercise session.

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In addition to fun, aerial has a place for everyone — regardless of age or yoga experience. According to Melissa Holzman Goldstein, owner/ instructor, NJ Yoga Zone studio in Margate, “One of the wonderful attributes of using the yoga hammock is the adaptability for people of various ability levels. Beginners can use the hammock to help hold positions in place, while seasoned practitioners are often surprised by the challenges of aerial yoga.”

To Swing or Not to Swing Deciding what yoga practice is best for you and your body is a personal choice. However, keep in mind that aerial yoga works on anti-gravity principals cocooning your body — supporting the neck, back, and shoulders without pressure on muscles and joints; a plus for people who want to push their workout a bit without hurting their body. Think of the pressure your back, abs, and neck exert while doing sit ups — not so when cradled and suspended by the hammock.

In addition, aerial yoga is perfect for people with existing body issues, like back pain, since it allows the spine to lengthen without any pressure.

Holzman Goldstein explains, “People always comment on how much better their back feels after class. In addition to decompressing the spine, aerial yoga helps to increase flexibility and strength, as well as bring greater awareness of your body.”

More Popular by the Minute Aerial yoga, which originated in New York City about four years ago, seems to be taking the world by storm. Because the hammock is safe and comfortable, it is an attractive and adaptable method to practice yoga moves. There are some students that take it nice and easy, while others feel comfortable enough to do inverted moves suspended from the hammock — like a head stand without the pressure on your neck and head.

The hammock, like a swing or trapeze, supports hips to allow you to bend and stretch a bit more without straining muscles and body. For example, some people find yoga moves like the reverse post, easier to perform in aerial mode as opposed to on the ground. For a visual, picture yourself standing on the floor and lifting one leg as high as you can — a move that may be difficult, wobbly, and impossible for some. Now picture your “tush” cradled by the hammock and your hands holding onto the sides — much easier because you can now stretch and extend farther without falling or over-extending — and at the same time moving with the style and grace usually associated with acrobats.

Ventnor resident Jennifer Fretz, NJ Yoga Zone student, enjoys the hammock and the extras that it offers to yoga or exercise in general. After her aerial session, she explains, “Aerial gives me more of a challenge — puts me in a different dimension where I can’t be lazy and I really use my core muscles — and it’s like floating at the same time.”

Give it a Try According to Holzman Goldstein, who has been a yoga instructor for 14 years, aerial yoga serves as “… a major stress-buster due to its high fun quotient.” You can’t beat that combination of yoga with a sprinkling of acrobatics and lots of fun to improve the mind and body.

Currently, NJ Yoga Zone and Hot Bodies Pilates in Absecon are the only local studio offering Aerial Barre and Aerial Yoga. The classes are semiprivate and are offered just about daily in the summer. Call NJ Yoga Zone or register online if you want to take a “swing” at it, www.njyogazone.com.

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Bayfront Beauty

This million-dollar Ocean City home is breathtakingly simple, and simply grand

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troll along any bayfront or beachfront road in a shore town, and you’re likely to see row after row of million-dollar homes, often on tiny lots, in a riot of bombastic styles: Spanish-style castles with stucco walls and terra cotta roofs; Greek Revival palaces with temple-like frames and fluted columns; contemporary big boxes made of concrete, steel and glass; Victorian dollhouses; Tuscan townhomes; and that Jersey Shore favorite, the ubiquitous, all-purpose, outsized sandcastle.

They’re all fun. They’re all fabulous. But some people want a home that is spectacular without being showy, grand without being gaudy.

Welcome to 2113 Bay Avenue, overlooking the Lagoon in Ocean City.

The designers who created this $1.5 million residence had all the advantages: optimal location, exquisite waterfront view, and a footprint that left a little room to breathe. They made the most of it, crafting a five-bedroom, 4.5-bath coastal cottage on the onetime site of a singlefamily rancher. Its simple lines and imposing presence make it a standout in this neighborhood, which is an easy walk from Ocean City’s busy downtown, but far from the madding summer crowds.

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A Simple Plan Out front, massive tapered porch columns in the Craftsman style give the house a substantial, big-shouldered look. “They add a lot of presence, and give you the pop you’re looking for,” says builder and developer Steve Howard, owner of Pinnacle Construction Management in Ocean City. “When we were building the exterior, people driving by would stop, look and take pictures because they may want to do similar things to their own properties.”

Like so many other shore homes, the old rancher that once stood here took a beating from Superstorm Sandy. So the new property was reinforced with hurricane-rated windows, structural clips and strapping for extra stability, and a moisture-resistant two-car garage. And no, those are not genuine wood shingles on the exterior, but tough, weather-ready vinyl sides with the look of real cedar or pine.

Continuing the rustic look are a timber-lined gabled roof and a stacked-stone base. Of course, the house has plenty of windows to take advantage of that unobstructed harbor view, complete with bobbing sailboats; and for a crowning touch, there’s a cupola up top. This place

would be right at home on Martha’s Vineyard or in the Hamptons, says interior designer and decorator Candice Adler, of Candice Adler Design in Linwood.

“It’s all classic,” says Adler. “I don’t like to overdo anything; I prefer to do fewer features, and do them perfectly. When people come to the shore, they want to kick back in a place that’s calm and relaxing.”

Easy Does It Inside, muted wall colors include 50 shades of gray, from dove to putty to slate, that are monochromatic but never too cool. Even those quiet shades look crisp and bright against clean white trim, crown molding and built-ins. Perhaps the most arresting feature is the home’s Cape Cod-style bead board walls, which soar into high ceilings (10 feet on the ground floor, and an eye-popping 24 feet on the second floor).

The neutral backdrop is guaranteed to work with any kind of design approach, says Adler. “The palette is very soft, almost like beach or sand tones. You could add any kind of furniture or colors here, and it would all work.”

Contrasting with the home’s subtle hues are rich espresso-finished wooden floors and doors, a kitchen island topped in deep walnut, and lighting fixtures in dark wrought metals. Adler is especially fond of an ironwork candle chandelier with opalescent beads that “looks like strung jewelry.”

Instead of the usual granite surfaces in the bathrooms and powder rooms, she selected quartz countertops in tones of pearl gray and variegated sand, offset by polished-chrome light fixtures, and

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The open floor plan was designed for easy decorating. “It’s laid out perfectly for furniture — all the windows and all the lighting were carefully planned out so the rooms could be easily furnished,” says Adler. “It has a very nice flow for family gatherings, and a calming easy path from one part of the house to the next.” An elevator makes it easy to ferry guests, food or furnishings from the first level to the second.

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Breathing Space As for the upstairs great room — well, it really lives up to the name. “I’ve built a lot very custom homes, and you don’t get the living space or the ceiling height you have here,” says Howard.

“When you come up here, it’s just like, ‘Whoa.’

It’s massive, and one of the nice things is you can look straight out on the harbor from up here.”

Having a party? Start in the great room, then invite your guests onto the deck to enjoy the salt air and tranquil view (the second-story deck could easily seat 10, says Adler). If things heat up, the 10 x 14 in-ground pool in a landscaped backyard is the perfect playground (but don’t look for a florescent blue pool here; in keeping with the interior design, the colors and tones are neutral and natural). When the sun goes down and the night air cools, it’s time to gather around the fireplace, or see the lights of the boardwalk Ferris wheels from a rooftop terrace.

Jeff Quintin, of Jeff Quintin Real Estate in Ocean City, represents the property and also had a hand in some of the design touches. “It’s got a real coastal feel to it,” Quintin says, “but at the same time it’s elegant, with great sweep and sophistication.” Like Howard, he loves the million-dollar view. “That’s why we did the upside-down style, with the kitchen downstairs and the living spaces upstairs — to capture that incredible view of the lagoon.”

The goal of the developer, the designer and the agent was to create a space that is “very open, very clean, very fresh, with a coastal flair that can lend itself to any style,” says Adler.

“We wanted a house that was modern, but not severe, not cold or standoffish,” agrees Howard, “a house that’s elegant, but also really livable.”

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Painting Inside the Lines Creating lifetime customers through exceptional service is the hallmark of Clean Lines Paining + Powerwashing

By Elaine Rose MOST CUSTOMERS OF CLEAN LINES PAINTING + POWERWASHING never see the inside of the company’s Egg Harbor Township office: the bright-white walls with a crisp blue strip circling the perimeter at eye level, the numerous “super service” awards from Angie’s List, and the “top job” award from American Painting Contractors. But the work Clean Lines does on the homes and offices of its clients speaks for itself. And then the customers come back — and they also tell their friends.

When your home or office needs a paint job, there are dozens of contractors to choose from. Clean Lines has been growing steadily for the twelve years it has been in business in southern New Jersey, and according to owner Cornelios Wilson, there’s a good reason for that.

“You won’t find anybody who cares as much as we do about your home or business,” Wilson says. “We will show up on time. We will do an exceptional job.

We will clean up after ourselves. We will always have a smile on our faces and stay in touch with you during the entire process.”

A native of Nicaragua, Wilson immigrated to the United States when he was nineteen years old. He got into the painting business by happenstance. A neighbor worked for a painting contractor who was running short-handed. The neighbor asked him to help out on a job and the boss was impressed with his work ethic and immediately hired him, despite his lack of training.

Wilson learned the trade while on the job. His employer and co-workers taught him how to prepare surfaces for painting (like the hole you made while rearranging the furniture or the spot on the wall your cat used as a scratching post), which products work best on which surfaces, and other necessary skills. After about six years with the company, he decided to strike out on his own in 2003. He quickly saw the need to distinguish himself from the numerous painters in the area.

“Since I started, I’ve always had work,” Wilson said.

At first, the company was called Dream Arts Painting. But that led potential clients to believe that he specialized in murals, not residential wall-painting jobs.

Wilson joined a local chapter of Business Network International and the group regularly got together to network and refer customers to other members. He met a marketing specialist at one of the sessions.

“We painted his house, and he said ‘Wow! Your lines are really clean, no drips, no runs,’” said Wilson and he suggested we rename the company Clean Lines.

In the dozen years in business — under one name or the other — the company has grown to twenty-five employees, including two secretaries and a bookkeeper.

Power washing was added to the repertoire, and clients can order painting, power washing, or both.

Wilson still travels to clients’ homes and offices and handles the vast majority of estimates himself. Field manager Derek DeVivo does the rest. Clean Lines’ service area is mainly Atlantic County, northern Cape May County, and Long Beach Island.

For most people, the major challenge is to decide on a color scheme. Wilson said he advises what hues he thinks will work best for a given room, but the customer always makes the final decision. He uses Sherwin Williams or Benjamin Moore products, unless a client has a preference for a different brand.

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“Some people would say I have a natural talent for color,” he said.

Wilson attributes his success to a professional and friendly attitude, and valuing each and every project. Many customers are repeat business or are referred by friends and other associates. Websites such as Angie’s List and some advertising also bring in new clients.

“It certainly helps that we don’t just see a house. We see a home and we treat it with respect. We put in all our effort from start to finish,” he said. “When someone gives us a job, we don’t just collect the check and let whatever happens happen.”

And no job is too big or too small for Clean Lines to take on. They will paint an entire home or office building, one room, or even just some trimming. “I see a little job as an opportunity to show someone what we can do,” Wilson said.

As his business grew, Wilson began to give back to the community. Five years ago, he created Mano Amiga Nicaragua (Helping Hands Nicaragua), which provides food and clothing to poor families in his home country. Last year, the organization provided a week's supply of groceries to three hundred Nicaraguan families, mostly single mothers and the elderly and disabled, who find it difficult to fend for themselves.

Clean Lines also helps out locally. For each of the past three years, the company has chosen two families to receive a free paint job for their houses. The beneficiaries are families that volunteer for groups such as the Atlantic City Rescue Mission, churches, and other groups that help the less fortunate — all while forgoing maintenance of their own homes.

Unlike other contractors, who might be here today and gone by the time you need another job done, Wilson said he is in the painting and power-washing business — and in South Jersey — for the long haul. He lives in Galloway Township with his wife Wena and daughters Emma, Eria, Eden, and Eve. “I love what I do and I have no plans to leave,” he said. “I have found my place and this is it. South Jersey is my home.” n

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The Casino Reinvestment Development Authority: From Bill Gormley to John Palmieri, with a Sprinkle of “Hap” Farley too...

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By Harry Hurley Op-Ed Contributor

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t's so easy to beat up a state agency and the overall government bureaucracy. Rarely written about is the fact that the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) has been such a positive force for good for more than three decades.

As a part of the Casino Control Act of 1976, each casino licensee was responsible to contribute 2% of its gross gaming revenue. This looked great on paper, however, by 1984, not a single Atlantic City casino had made any of these required investments. This same year, led by former Atlantic County Senator Bill Gormley, R-2, the New Jersey State Legislature established the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority.

Official guidelines were developed. The 1984 legislation gave each casino a choice: They could pay 2.5% of its gaming revenue to the state, or reinvest 1.25% of its gaming revenues through the CRDA. These monies would be used to fund projects in Atlantic City and around the entire state. Each casino has chosen the 1.25% path to fulfill this fiduciary obligation.

The results have been noteworthy. Since 1984, the CRDA has reinvested more than $1.8 billion and they've funded more than 400 significant projects. This remains the only state agency of its kind in America. Additionally, more than $250 million in new housing projects, featuring the construction of more than 1,500 homes has literally and positively transformed the Northeast Inlet section of Atlantic City.

Gormley's place in history is no doubt assured. His contributions were under appreciated during their time (myself included), however, like most things; a fair review years later always tends to shake out in the favor of those who make major contributions to an area and a state.

Gormley has achieved this standing.

CRDA funds have been used to build everything imaginable: daycare facilities, senior citizens centers, The Yogi Berra Museum, a health care center in Atlantic City, and, other key projects all over the state.

The CRDA funding also inspired a significant wave of hotel casino reinvestment in Atlantic City during the 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s.

Without the CRDA funding stream, these enhancements, which Atlantic City desperately needed would never have happened.

Gormley spent 31 years in the New Jersey Legislature, second only to another political legend, Senator Frank S. “Hap” Farley, who served all 31 of his years in the state legislature as New Jersey Senator from the 2nd District. Gormley spent more than 24 years as the Senator, the rest as a member of the New Jersey General Assembly. Between these two political Titans, they delivered the Atlantic City Expressway (Farley) and a brand new Atlantic City Convention Center (Gormley); along with many other mammoth development projects along the way. Both were able to operate as the near equivalent of their own Political Parties, the likes of

which we will never see again.

Gormley saw first-hand the damage that was caused by the 1964 Democratic National Convention, which was held in Atlantic City.

Gormley served as a driver to members of the national media covering this debacle (for Atlantic City). Gormley spent his entire career in the New Jersey Legislature fighting to restore Atlantic City to prosperous times and reclaim its reputation as a world-class caliber destination resort. In the end, Gormley succeeded.

Gormley sponsored every piece of major piece of casino legislation for more than 25 years. He aggressively promoted economic development in the region. Gormley's aggressive approach positively affected blighted areas in Atlantic City, through the capital investments that directly facilitated the projects. He also sponsored a number of bills to deregulate and streamline the previously onerous rules that had held back casino development in many ways.

One of Gormley's most significant accomplishments was his sponsorship of the legislation that enabled the CRDA to approve 11 entertainment/retail districts in Atlantic City; including: “The Tunnel (cut and cover roadway) Project,” The Walk, The Quarter at The Tropicana Casino Hotel, and The Pier (now called The Playground) located directly across from Caesars Casino Hotel.

Gormley was also directly responsible for procuring the $90 million to refurbish the original Boardwalk Hall, which opened in 1929. It was opulent and ground-breaking in it's design with no support beams blocking the spectators view. However, Boardwalk Hall had fallen in significant disrepair. It was originally built for $15 million.

Until the new convention center opened in 1997, it was Atlantic City's primary convention center. The venue seats 10,500 people for sporting competitions and just under 15,000 for concert events. It still features the world's largest musical instrument, a magnificent pipe organ, consisting of more than 33,000 pipes, eight chambers, and over 1000 stop keys. It is said to be six times louder then a train whistle.

Boardwalk Hall is constructed on seven acres of concrete. Gormley's dream was realized and a 3-year, $90-million meticulous restoration process restored Boardwalk Hall to its majestic splendor; which is listed on the national Register of Historic Landmarks. The painstaking restoration preserved Boardwalk Hall's dramatic and original Roman Renaissance style, while updating all amenities to the 21st century experience expected by discerning patrons.

From Farley to Gormley, it truly demonstrates that one man with a bold vision can help deliver much positive impact to a region. Still, all these years later, most people have little direct knowledge about the many functions and projects that the CRDA has been directly responsible njlifestyleonline.com

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for during the Gormley era.

We now fast forward to the present. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie selected John Palmieri to be the Executive Director of the CRDA, and the New Jersey Legislature approved the CRDA to be the lead agency in terms of the Atlantic City Tourism District and all matters pertaining to marketing Atlantic City.

The Palmieri era begins with this state agency's mission statement: “Atlantic City will fulfill its promise as the nation’s leading seaside gaming and resort destination.”

“The vision of the Hanson Commission, the commitment of Governor Christie, and the dedication of the legislative leadership created the Atlantic City Tourism District in 2011,” said Palmieri.

During these critical years, 2011-to the present, the CRDA has served as the lead agency regarding key Atlantic City issues. Towards this end, “the CRDA leveraged $750 million of private investment and it continues to escalate,” said Palmieri. “We are implementing the State strategy to spur investment in non-gaming attractions and improvements to the City.”

Despite all of the doom and gloom that you hear and read about all of the time, “Dining, entertainment, and retail attractions are flourishing,” said Palmieri. “The business visitor marketplace is growing. CRDA investment and project management made the City safer, cleaner, with new lighting and new parks and paved streets."

“The savvy know there are advantages to the New Jersey market and so do we. A slot machine in a racetrack is not the same experience as Atlantic City. Developers and visitors alike are responding.

The arrow is pointing up,” Palmieri emphatically stated in a very optimistic, yet realistic assessment of Atlantic City.

It's probably no more complicated then human nature, as many are working overtime to trash Atlantic City's reputation. Despite all of the negative news you hear about Atlantic City, there is an impressive list of significant investments and accomplishments during the Palmieri era as follows: • Waterfront Conference Center at Harrah’s, which is already attracting new corporate meetings.

• Festival Park at Borgata, an exciting new music venue.

• Multimedia Light Show at Tropicana, a truly dazzling display, attracting many tourists.

• Citywide Boardwalk Interactive Lighting Display, creating the first fully multi-media Boardwalk anywhere.

• Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville and Landshark complex, has redefined Boardwalk dining at Resorts Atlantic City Casino Hotel.

• The Bass Pro Shops Outpost, attracting thousands of new customers and boosting business for area shops.

• The world famous Steel Pier, continuing its re-invigoration as a must see tourist destination with the coming addition of a spectacular Observation Wheel.

• The Wave garage, Atlantic Cape Community College’s Campus, are CRDA financed capital improvements.

• Boardwalk Hall and the Atlantic City Convention Center, which will help generate significant new business and a future filled with more new non-gaming attractions has Atlantic City turning the corner.

• The seamless assumption of all responsibilities of the Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority, which led the CRDA to create an extremely effective convention and meeting marketing entity called MeetAC. Under Palmieri's leadership, The Casino Reinvestment Development Authority maintains a unique position going forward in forging Atlantic City’s resurgence. “The CRDA can: acquire, assemble, condemn, remediate and invest in development projects as well as critical public improvements and city infrastructure upgrades,” said Palmieri. “It’s seed and gap financing are essential to ongoing planned and envisioned development projects. This up-front financing from CRDA is essential to the projects coming to fruition.”

Effective funding for creating capital improvements — the kind that attract investors and visitors alike — allows the CRDA to launch developments in conjunction with private investors as well as fully fund quality of life projects such as parks, street and boardwalk lighting, and paving.

“All of us recognize that to grow, Atlantic City needs vision,

commitment, infrastructure investment and the ability to attract capital,” said Palmieri.

Lost in some recent reports of a “fix” for Atlantic City is the common denominator on recent positive progress. Through CRDA's financing of projects — such as Harrah’s Waterfront Conference Center and expansion of conference space at Resorts Casino Hotel — Atlantic City’s share of the lucrative corporate meeting market will start to grow dramatically in 2015.

Celebrity dining and entertainment attractions are flourishing. A recent retail opening, Bass Pro Shops, will attract tens of thousands of visitors. The city is safer, cleaner, with new lighting and new parks.

Indeed, the first rule of politics has been met as the potholes are fixed: Pacific Avenue is paved. CRDA investments help make projects such as these a reality.

The suggested establishment of an AC Devco redevelopment organization by the Hanson Commission provides an opportunity to continue the positive momentum by broadening the city’s non-gaming development opportunities. Devco’s expertise and track record dovetail with CRDA's mission to promote growth.

“That new organization needs seed money, which has been pledged

by CRDA,” said Palmieri. “The CRDA has also taken the first steps toward approving a new Gateway Redevelopment for office and educational facility space at the Albany Avenue entrance to Atlantic City, exactly the kind of non-gaming investment the City needs.”

Finally, much of the positive publicity and new business attraction from non-gaming visitors is due to the efforts of the CRDA and Meet AC. “The CRDA created the non-profit Meet AC to market to conventions

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and business visitors. The latest figures show that revenue is up in that area. The shrewdest industry analysts believe there are advantages to the New Jersey market and so do we,” said Palmieri.

A slot machine in a New York or Pennsylvania racetrack or a table game in a downtown urban building is not the same experience as Atlantic City, which offers a full resort destination experience including beach, Boardwalk, a calendar full of special events and A-list entertainment. “We are unique and there will be strong demand for what Atlantic City has to offer — as long as we have the vision, commitment, investment, planning and infrastructure necessary,” said Palmieri.

After chronicling the CRDA's many achievements, it's much more than most people know. So, next time someone asks you “where does all of this money go?” Now, you know the rest of the story.

One thing is very clear: Palmieri is one of the most modest individuals that you will ever meet.

Like most true leaders, he gives all of the credit to others, yet places any blame upon himself.

Palmieri is a very decent man, who has allowed others to take the credit for many new projects, improvements and programs that really are a direct result of his and the CRDA's leadership. Palmieri never complains about this. He is most concerned with results and not who gets the credit. This is a commendable characteristic trait that you rarely see in public servants today.

I have aggressively covered every era of leadership in Atlantic City during the past 25 years.

You can easily make the case that (other than the Gormley era) more positive attractions and other improvements have occurred in Atlantic City during the John Palmieri era then at any other time.

We are presently experiencing one of the most critical tipping points in Atlantic City's history.

Palmieri's leadership and his ability to work effectively with all of the other important partners remains crucial at this time.

Atlantic City is presently booking convention business at record levels. There is an attention to detail and a commitment to service excellence that is putting Atlantic City into play for many big conventions now and into the next decade and beyond.

From 1874 to the present, Atlantic City has faced its own ruination on multiple occasions. Each and every time, Atlantic City has risen to the challenge and successfully reinvented itself. As long as casinos are kept in Atlantic City-only, the turn-around is already under way. n Harry Hurley is the president of Harry Hurley Consulting and Communications, LLC. He hosts the daily talk radio program "Hurley in the Morning" 6-10 AM weekdays on WPG Talk Radio 1450, where he also serves as the senior programming consultant.

Hurley is a member of both the Philadelphia and New Jersey Broadcaster Associations Halls of Fame. Hurley has hosted various programs for local television and is the editor and publisher of his news and information website, www.harryhurley.com.

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hink beyond your indoor living space. During the summer months, your outdoor living space becomes a valuable priority used for many functions. Think beyond just barbecuing or relaxing in your outdoor retreat. Whatever your purpose may be, choose furnishings, materials, and arrangements to fit your style.

Transform an outdoor porch into an observatory with comfortable seating and a telescope. Plan a space for cozy dinners or larger dinner parties. Take privacy into consideration when planning. Options range from planters with foliage or folding screens, to draperies, roll-down shades, or even shutters. When arranging the furniture, make sure the seating is close enough for easy conversation. There should be a minimum of three feet between furniture for a clear walkway to the entrance to your home.

In order to enjoy your outdoor living space and not be dependent upon weather conditions, you can plan appropriate cover-ups.

Awnings, umbrellas, a tented roof, pergola, or even large trees can all prevent the unpredictable weather from ruining your ability to use your outdoor space. Plan ahead to protect your space and to get the most out of your investment.

Place an outdoor structure where it will get indirect light for part of the day. There are umbrellas available that do not require a dining table for support, creating instant shade. Keep away the sun and rain with a retractable awning. There are many synthetic materials — offered in a variety of colors and styles — that will weather the elements beautifully, as well as enable the space to look cozy and inviting. You can even waterproof your own fabrics with iron -on vinyl available at fabric stores. Natural fabrics do tend to fade from the elements, so try to use them only in covered areas.

Decide how your space will be used. This will dictate what furnishings you will need to make your outdoor space function for your specific needs. If you want a space to lounge in and read a book, a cushioned sofa or chair is a definite must-have. I like a porch swing or

glider chair as well to just fall asleep in on a breezy summer day. A fan is always a nice touch, along with an outdoor lamp for reading on quiet evenings at home. Pick furniture that is indicated for coastal outdoor durability if living by the beach. If your outdoor space is covered and not exposed to severe elements, furniture choices do not have to be as weather hardy. Use accent colors on cushions, pillows, shades, table linens, rugs, and foliage to bring your indoor color scheme to your outdoor space.

Outdoor furniture can be extremely expensive. It's an investment that you need to educate yourself on prior to purchasing. For your furniture to last, consider the material it is made of and the weather it will need to withstand.

There is aluminum that is durable, lightweight and rustproof. It comes in wrought — or cast-iron forms. Iron is great for windy spaces.

It’s heavier and less expensive than aluminum, but not ideal for coastal spaces as it tends to rust.

Wicker is beautiful, but must be covered unless it's synthetic all-weather wicker. Outdoor wood furniture requires lots of maintenance with a yearly coat of paint or varnish. Cushions need to be waterproof and mildew resistant for not only the covers, but the inserts as well. Painted furniture is designed for the outdoors and, keep in mind, enamel paints last the longest.

Whatever your purpose may be, just remember; you want the space to be inviting. Use colorful containers filled with plants for texture. Add some mood with subtle lighting and candles in windproof hurricanes. Include a fire pit for ambience and lighting as well.

Soften with fabrics on pillows, cushions, and gauzy drapes. And most importantly, make lasting memories with those you love on those sweet summer nights we all treasure. n Candice Adler is the owner and designer of Candice Adler Design in Linwood, NJ, candiceadlerdesign.com, 609-927-5652 njlifestyleonline.com

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egis Philbin wishes he could take it all back. Have a do-over. Take a show business mulligan.

If he could, he’d hit the rewind button of life and go back to November 18, 2011. When the red light on camera one blinked on, and he was live before millions of Americans, the Everyman of Television would have never, ever said he was retiring from Live with Regis & Kelly.

Oh, he would have still left the massively popular live morning television show that’s ruled the ratings during its 25 years in national syndication.

But he wouldn’t have used the “r” word.

That's because Philbin, 83, really didn’t really retire from the business in which he holds the Guinness World Record for the person who’s spent the most hours in front of a live television camera. Between 25 years of hosting live shows in Los Angeles and another 28 years in New York, Philbin had punched the TV time clock to the tune of 16,746.5 hours by the time he left “Live.”

That’s the equivalent of 700 consecutive days — nearly two full years — on the air without a break.

“Y’know, I made a mistake. I made a big, large mistake when I said I was retiring. Because everybody heard that,” Philbin says. “And after I said it, and I lived for six months, I thought, ‘Gee, I wouldn’t mind going back (to television) to do something.’ But everybody though I’d retired.”

“But you did tell your agent you didn’t want to do another live, daily show,” his wife, Joy Philbin, reminds her husband during a phone call from the couple’s Manhattan home. “You said you just can’t do it anymore. (You didn’t) want to do mornings again. That’s the reason you had to (leave the show).”

“True, true,” her husband muses. “I had to go. It was time.”

Chatting with the Philbins isn’t a typical interview designed to promote a concert appearance, like the one they did at Resorts Casino Hotel earlier this summer. When the couple begins talking among

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themselves, it’s like eavesdropping on a dinner table conversation as they speak candidly to one another, almost oblivious to the fact that a nosey reporter — who’s also their friend — is listening in.

Philbin really does regret saying he was retiring, because it likely cost him some opportunities to spread his wings once he was free from the shackles of a live morning talk show. But it’s not like he’s disappeared over the past four years.

He’s been a frequent guest on other talk shows, including regular appearances on his pal David Letterman’s late-night CBS show before Letterman hung up his microphone in May. The man everyone, including his wife, affectionately calls Reeg is also a big sports fan and a passionate booster of Notre Dame football. So the six months he spent hosting the short-lived Fox Sports program “Crowd Goes Wild” was right in his Fighting Irish wheelhouse.

And earlier this year, he filled in for two nights on “The Late Late Show” during the transition between former host Craig Ferguson and his successor, James Corden. There were some substantial differences between his morning show duties and working a late-night talk show, even if just for a couple of nights. “(The nighttime show) gave you a lot of time during the day to plan what you were going to do that evening,” he says. “But mornings, when you wake up, boy, you’d better be ready because at 9 (AM), you’ve got to go on the air. So I ad-libbed practically everything in the morning.”

“I’ve always thought you were better at night, Reeg,” Joy, a singer and television personality in her own right, tells her husband with a winkwink hint of a double entendre.

Regis Francis Xavier Philbin’s career in television has been a long and eclectic ride that began during the early years of the medium. Born and raised in the Bronx in New York City, he graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1953 with a sociology degree, served as a supply officer in the Navy and then landed his first show business gig as a page to Steve Allen, the multi-faceted entertainer who was the creator and original host of The Tonight Show.

When Allen turned over the late-night talk show to Jack Parr, Philbin remained with the program and actually became its announcer in 1962, right before Parr turned over the reigns of the show to Johnny Carson.

His move from behind the cameras to in front of them came when he

launched The Regis Philbin Show on a San Diego, Ca. television station.

With virtually no budget to pay writers, Philbin developed a showopening routine in which he’d engage both the live and viewing audiences with an extended ad-libbed segment that would follow him throughout his career.

He’d talk, spontaneously and extemporaneously, about the previous day and night — what he did, where he went to dinner, shows or movies he saw and people he met. The unscripted segment didn’t have a name, but eventually became known to staff and audience alike as “host chat.”

Philbin stepped into the national television spotlight in 1967, when he became second banana to comedian Joey Bishop when ABC tried to wrestle late-night ratings away from Carson on rival network NBC. Philbin was to Bishop what Ed McMahon was to Carson.

During the 1970s, Philbin teamed up with Sarah Purcell and then Cyndi Garvey and took the bottom-dwelling show A.M. Los Angeles to the top of the ratings. After an 18-month stint hosting a late-morning variety series for NBC, Philbin relocated to New York and launched the local program The Morning Show on WABC. The program caught on with viewers and eventually morphed into Live with Regis & Kathie Lee (Gifford) and later Live with Regis & Kelly (Ripa) when the program became nationally syndicated in 1988.

After he finished his morning program each day, Philbin wasn’t exactly finished with his work day. To the contrary, he was just getting warmed up. The more popular Live became, the more the offers poured in host a number of other high-profile specials and shows, perhaps none more so than as the host of the original version of the prime-time game show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.

But wait, there’s more. On weekends, Philbin and Gifford, during her years with Live, would perform live shows in theaters and casino showrooms around the country. After getting his feet wet as a live entertainer as an opening act in Atlantic City for artists like Don Rickles and Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme, Philbin blossomed into casino box office gold as a headliner. He became every bit the high-roller attraction as people like Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. When Gifford left the TV show, Philbin replaced her on his concert bill with soap opera star Susan Lucci or his wife, Joy, who was an established singer and television personality in her own right. njlifestyleonline.com

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Because he has more than 50 years of television experience from which to draw, Philbin laments the changes in the medium, particularly in the late-night hours. When his pal David Letterman walked away from The Late Show this spring, the golden era of that 11:30 PM time slot went with him, Philbin says.

With four years of non-retirement experience, Philbin says he offered Letterman a little advice when the iconic late-night host announced he was leaving the CBS show, which once traded number one rating punches with Jay Leno’s The Tonight Show. Letterman’s final show was May 20.

Although it was never publicly acknowledged, sources inside the television industry said Letterman and CBS each realized that the demographics of late-night TV were changing.

Younger hosts like Jimmy Fallon, 40, who took over “The Tonight Show” from Leno, and Jimmy Kimmel, 47, began gaining ratings traction over Letterman, who’s 68.

Philbin’s idea for Letterman would have kept him on nighttime television, but away from the weekday late-night ratings wars.

“I said to him, ‘Look, you don’t have to work five days a week. But if you work on Sunday night, maybe CBS would carry you from 10 to 11 PM. And you just do the show you’re doing now,’” Philbin explains. “It’s the same thing — you’ve got guests, you’ve got people singing, you’ve got a little band, but it’s just one night, not five. It’s perfect.”

Letterman was typically noncommittal with his response, Philbin says.

The show that Regis and Joy Philbin brought to Resorts in late June is one they’ve been doing for years. It’s reminiscent of a line used in an old episode of The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Mary and the gang attended the funeral of Chuckles the Clown and eulogized the clown by describing his act as “a little song, a little dance, a little seltzer down your pants.”

The Philbins opened the program together with some song and some shtick, then each took a solo turn in the spotlight before closing the program together. Philbin is still doing a signature bit in which he pulls 12 women from the audience, assigns them each a month of the year, and then sings the 1960 Neil Sedaka hit single “Calendar Girl.”

Joy Philbin says her husband’s decision to step aside from morning television has only made their 45-marriage even better, because it gives them the freedom they never could have enjoyed if he were still anchored to the grind of a daily program.

“It’s a lot of fun, and now that Reeg isn’t doing the (morning) show, we can take the show different places and spend more time there,” Joy Philbin explains. “We did the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach last winter, and then we spent another week there after the show. We could have never done that if Regis was still doing ‘Live.’” n

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By Robert T. Martin, CFA, CFP®

Rising Interest Rates and the Effect on Your Portfolio IN 1981, THE YIELD ON A 10-YEAR U.S. TREASURY PEAKED AT OVER 15%. Over the last 30 years, fixed income investors have largely experienced a “bull market” for bonds as yields have consistently fallen, bottoming out in July, 2012 at 1.46%. With the Federal Reserve taking unprecedented monetary policy action through the setting of the federal funds target rate between 0% and 0.25%, coupled with their now completed bond purchases of $85 billion monthly, rates didn’t have much room to fall further. As the Fed eventually raises the fed funds rate, what effect will investors see on their portfolios?

It is widely known that as bond yields rise, bond prices will fall. An investor who purchases a hypothetical bond today yielding 2% will earn $20 of interest annually per $1,000 par value bond. If yields were to rise to 3%, an investor can now earn $30 of interest per $1,000 par value, therefore making the 2% bond less valuable, resulting in a reduction in price. Investors today face heightened interest rate risk, the risk that rising yields will make their fixed interest rate bonds less valuable, as the first Fed rate hike is believed to be only months away.

Janet Yellen, chairwoman of the Federal Reserve, in a June 2015 speech, stated that considerable progress has been made towards the goal of maximum employment, however more progress needs to be seen before the committee is comfortable raising rates. It is now anticipated that the first rate hike could be seen as early as September of this year.

Since the low yield on the 10-year Treasury bond three years ago, the aggregate U.S. fixed income market has experienced a slight sell-off, with the yield rising to 2.34% as of 7/17/15. During this three year time frame, the Vanguard Total Bond Market Index (BND) has declined -4.72%, while the iShares Core US Aggregate Bond ETF (AGG) is off -3.39%. Year to Date the funds are down -1.49% and -1.37% respectively, with the 10 YR rate rising from 2.12% at the beginning of the year.

Although in the short term the bond market tends to overreact to interest rate moves, it is difficult to forecast the longer term effects of a bond portfolio as several factors come in to play. Principally among these factors are how long the Fed takes to raise interest rates to their target level, the size of the overall interest rate move, and the starting level of rates at the onset of the rate hikes. Since 1994 there have been three periods of rising interest rates. From 2/4/94 – 2/1/95, rates were raised 3% over a 12 month period in seven installments. During the period 6/30/99 – 5/16/00, we saw rates rise 1.75% over a 10-month period through six increases. Finally, the period 6/30/04 – 6/29/06, the Fed raised rates 17 times, resulting in a 4.25% increase over 24 months. The total returns of the Broad Bond Market, as represented by the Barclays Aggregate Bond Index, were positive 0.01%, 2.11%, and 3.09% respectively during the above periods of rising rates.

The Federal Reserve has maintained its commitment to keep interest

rates low as the economy recovers, and had originally stated it will not begin to raise interest rates until the unemployment rate drops to 6.5%.

The unemployment rate is currently 5.3%, however there has been little rise in overall inflation, and more importantly, wage inflation, which has delayed the rate hike. When the Fed does start raising rates, it is believed they will do so in a gradual manner over a long period of time to help stabilize the markets.

One unique difference today verses the past three rate hikes is the much lower starting yield on the 10-year treasury. The starting yields during the last three rate hikes were 5.87%, 5.78%, and 4.58%. The income earned by investors during these periods helped cushion the price declines from rising rates contributing to positive total returns. The lower yield in today’s environment may increase the likelihood investors will experience a negative total return in their traditional bond portfolios.

It is important for investors to remain diversified within their fixed income portfolios, allocating their assets among different bond categories.

Floating rate, high yield, convertible, and unconstrained bond fund managers can all provide diversification benefits to the traditional government and corporate bonds. Alternative asset classes — such as real estate, MLPs, and commodities — can add additional benefits as these asset classes carry lower correlation to both bonds and equities. It is even more important to keep in mind that rising interest rates signify the economy is improving. As seen from recent rate hikes, total returns across the Aggregate Bond Market have been positive, and, although investors may initially see their principal value fall as rates rise, their overall total return when factoring in income received may not be as bad as most predict.

On the equity side, it is important to note that during the 21 periods of rising rates since 1970, the cumulative return of the S&P 500 during those periods has been positive 16 times, with eight of them positive by double digits. The worst cumulative return came during the rising rates between November 1981 and February 1982 when the S&P 500 returned a -5.47%. All investors should review their current portfolios to determine whether their expected risk/reward tradeoff is in line with their financial goals. n Tom Reynolds, CPA & Matt Reynolds CPA, CFP® (Co-Managing Partners, CRA Financial) Francis C. Thomas CPA, PFS (Investment Advisor) Robert T. Martin, CFA, CFP® (Investment Advisor) 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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Wild about the Wildwoods The Doo Wop experience is alive and kicking in this energetic and iconic seaside town Story and Photos by Dan Schlossberg

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hree things that can make anyone wild about the Wildwoods: • The beaches are free.

• The boardwalk has more rides than Disneyland and more shops than Mall of America.

• The place is so pretty that Bobby Rydell sang about it.

A three-town, five-mile island perched on the Atlantic coast of southern New Jersey just north of Cape May, the Wildwoods draws more than nine million visitors per year — even though the peak summer season extends only marginally on either side of Memorial Day and Labor Day. Known for the mid-century architecture of its motels and diners, the Wildwoods won a national niche after Bobby Rydell sang “Wildwood Days” in 1963. Even before that, though, the sun-splashed resort strip was attracting the attention of the music world.

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“The Twist” at the Rainbow Club. Elvis Presley still lives in the Elvis suite at Summer Nites, an eight-room bed & breakfast in North Wildwood that plans an August 15 street concert with an Elvis impersonator.

Along with Wildwood and Wildwood Crest, the towns offer 11,000 rooms — many of them on or near the beach — and some 3,000 vacation rentals that range from townhouses to condos.

Sheila Brown, co-owner of Summer Nites, always wears one of her 13 poodle skirts to breakfast as she regales guests with things to do and places to go. She also serves milkshakes, root beer floats, and soft pretzels at 4 PM, perfectly timed between the end of peak beach time and the shank of the evening.

Summer Nites guests can linger on the wrap-around porch, inside the outside hot tub, at the full-sized pool table, or in the game room. There’s also a jukebox with three plays for a quarter, an old-time Coke machine where one thin dime yields a bottle, and a red 1957 Chevy that makes an occasional appearance.

A child of the ‘60s who loves the ‘50s, Brown has converted her century-old house into a haven for fans of Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, the beach, ‘50s television, ‘50s movies, ‘50s

music, the ‘60s, and even the disco era of the ‘70s. Each has its own room, some of them with large Jacuzzis. The boardwalk, the beach, and the attractions of Morey’s Piers are only two blocks away.

Eight tram cars carry half-a-million visitors per year on the two-and-a-half-mile boardwalk for a $3 one-way fare. The yellow trams have been a local institution since 1939.

Ditto the boardwalk, which has more than 70,000 wooden planks and a knack for avoiding the fate of other oceanfront walkways to the north. Hurricane Sandy spared the Wildwoods. Other storms stayed away too, allowing the Wildwoods to boast the widest beaches on the East Coast. They actually grow in size every year, as opposed to others that shrink through erosion. There’s even a dogfriendly beach, added in 2014, that stretches for a solid city block at the end of Poplar Avenue.

Camera buffs love the colorful Wildwoods sign, which measures 20 x 80 feet, and the 1874 Hereford Inlet lighthouse, designed by Library of Congress architect Paul J. Petz.

Another fine photo op is the Whaling Wall, a Boardwalk landmark at the end of Garfield Avenue. It measures 30 feet high by 220 feet

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Tandem bikes on the Wildwood Boardwalk Lifeguards patrol on the beach

One of Wildwood's unique boardwalk benches View from one of the beach bars

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Because the sun sets in the west, twilight is a special time in the Wildwoods. Many of the best restaurants in town, including the popular and open-air Crab House, sit on the bay where boats of all sizes and descriptions compete with well-prepared sea fare for the attention of patrons. Sunset is also the time when a sea of neon reminds out-of-towners that they have entered a time warp that reaches 60 years into the past.

In addition to retro motels called the Aztec and the Lollipop, there’s a Pink Cadillac diner on Atlantic Avenue, the best route from North Wildwood to the Crest, plus more than 200 other structures protected by the Doo Wop

Preservation League.

After borrowing its name from the streetcorner harmony of the ‘50s, the league seems locked in a perpetual tug-of-war with developers who want to replace the old buildings with condos. So far, the history buffs are winning.

The league’s mission is to foster awareness and appreciation of the popular culture and imagery of the ‘50s, from flamboyant fins to plastic palms and kidney-shaped pools — all in blazing colors. Even the boardwalk restrooms feature the outlandish styles. The Wildwoods collection is so impressive that Disney World planners came for a look-see before designing their Boardwalk resort.

A Doo Wop Experience Museum and neon sign garden stand on the site of the original Surfside restaurant, at Ocean and Montgomery Avenues, while a Doo Wop bus tour runs on Tuesday and Thursday nights during the summer. Wildwoods visitors can’t escape the concept; even a boardwalk roller-coaster is called “the Doo-Wopper.” Other coasters range from the Sea Serpent to the Great Nor’easter and the Great White, though older visitors might prefer rides that are more tame, such as the lazy rivers and log flumes. Yes, there are water parks by the water.

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always been a bastion of activity — especially at night. No wonder locals call it “two miles of smiles.”

Walking on the boardwalk, like driving on Wildwoods streets, is sometimes challenging on weekends and holidays. Although trams move slowly, bicycles don’t. Nor do they always stay in the well-marked bike lanes. To see everything and to stay clear of wayward bicycles, families may prefer renting tandem bikes or four-person, pedal-yourself carriages. A recently-expanded bicycle path stretches 12 miles from Wildwood Crest Dunes to the North Wildwood Sea Wall.

Also available for rental are all kinds of watersports equipment, from boats to jet skis. Larger sightseeing vessels offer another recreational option.

While it’s easy to spend money during a Wildwoods vacation, there are plenty of possibilities for fun without cost. The long list includes food and music festivals, comics and cards expos, classic car shows, Irish and Italian food fairs, and something called the New Jersey State Barbecue Championships. And don’t forget that Elvis impersonator in front of Summer Nites on August 15; more than 300 music lovers are expected to attend.

Before they check out of their inns, visitors should check out a myriad of lesser-known area attractions. That list includes the National Marbles Hall of Fame, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, and the Icon Wall Murals, honoring individuals who have contributed to the area’s colorful history.

Tourists often come by car, via Garden State Parkway exit 6, or by ferry from Lewes, Del. to Cape May. Atlantic City International Airport is an hour north, with Newark Liberty International less than three hours away.

Train and plane service is also available from Philadelphia, 90 minutes distant.

For further information, contact Summer Nites, 2110 Atlantic Ave., N. Wildwood, NJ 08260 [Tel. 609-846-1955]; Greater Wildwoods Chamber of Commerce www.WildwoodsNJ.com or 800-992-9732; or the Doo Wop Preservation League, www.doowopusa.org. n Former AP newsman Dan Schlossberg of Fair Lawn, NJ is travel editor of New Jersey Lifestyle and Sirius XM Radio’s Maggie Linton Show. He is also host and executive producer of the weekly Travel Itch Radio Show and president emeritus of the North American Travel Journalists Association.

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Lifelines

By Michelle Dawn Mooney

My Dream Concert 15 Years in the Making How a flat tire, store mix-up, and smeared makeup led to my love of country music.

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tlantic City has quite a few things going on this summer, including some pretty big stars set to take the stage.

One of the most-highly anticipated headliners, Rascal Flatts, will soon be front and center on the region’s biggest outdoor arena, the beach. The excitement is just like I dreamed it would be ... 15 years ago. Let me explain.

The story starts back in the summer of 2000, when I was, without a doubt, NOT a country fan. Little did I know that would all change on a random day in August, when a friend I was supposed to meet for coffee at the local Borders was running late. Killing time, I started working my way through the listening stations to see if any CDs struck my fancy. As a singer/songwriter, I was always intrigued with the discovery of new music and found myself drawn to a cover with an unfamiliar name, Rascal Flatts.

The first song had amazing harmonies and a very catchy hook, although it was definitely a change of pace from the traditional top 40 music I was accustomed to hearing. Songs #2 and #3 flew by as I scanned the back of the CD to learn more about the trio. I liked it, but it didn’t sound like pop music. A few minutes later, I discovered why. Someone working there was clearly confused when they set this particular album in this particular section, as I soon came to the realization that it was in the (gasp) country section. “But I hate country music,” I thought. “Don’t I?” After discovering my friend wasn’t coming due to a flat tire, I checked out with my new “country music” find and headed to get my passport photo taken. It was a quick ride to the county building, but I was eager to hear as much of the album as I could along the way. Things were fine until #7, a tender ballad about destined love written by the group’s Jay DeMarcus. Tears were streaming. Who didn’t dream of finding that perfect love? The song was beautiful. The mascara running down my face was not … especially for picture day.

I must have played the CD a dozen times over the next few days. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I was flipping through

Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatt's (left) with author

the TV channels and stumbled upon a music video for their first single, “Prayin for Daylight.” Who knew country artists had videos? It was a whole new world and, surprisingly, I really liked it. Suddenly I was listening to country radio and even started writing country songs. I told everyone I knew about this new group, Rascal Flatts, who I could only hope would one day come to Atlantic City.

Around this time, the number of big name artists who ventured past Philadelphia to perform closer to the shore were few and far between. So I came up with this corny SNL-like skit I thought might just be crazy enough to bring Rascal Flatts to our area. With the help of some co-workers during our post-newscast dinner break, I stood before the green screen and implored Gary, Jay, and Joe Don to “Save Atlantic City” from the horrifying fate ... of going without live country music.

I never sent it (which probably saved me from a restraining order), but as it turned out, I didn’t need to.

Before I knew it, Rascal Flatts were opening for Jo Dee Messina at an area casino. The show was great, but meeting them afterwards was even better. However, the picture taken with Jay was another story. That “photo tip” of opening your eyes a little wider before you smile to avoid squinting can definitely backfire. (So afraid I was going to blow the photo op, I followed the advice I heard about opening your eyes wider before you smile so you don't squint. Yeah, they were wide alright ... can you say “deer in headlights,” (see photo above.)

So here we are, 15 years later, and while Rascal Flatts have headlined Atlantic City before, this time it’s different. Now they are taking the biggest stage around during our area’s busiest season. The group that turned me on to country music, sparked my love of country songwriting, and led to my first opening gig for a big country act in Atlantic City, is playing a huge role in my hometown. What an honor.

Yes, Rascal Flatts; “God bless the broken road (and the friend’s flat tire) that led me straight to your CD.” n

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Happy Hour with a View

By Molly Golubcow

Pull up a stool and enjoy these top Happy Hour locales N

o doubt you have heard the expression, “Somewhere in the world it must be Happy Hour.” Like Pavlov’s dogs, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM rings a happy bell in our heads. Why? Well, it’s the end of the day/beginning of the evening and a time to gather with friends and relax. And what can make that even better? The Atlantic City area offers several Happy Hour options that include breathtaking ocean and bay views — a perfect setting for getting happy (or happier) with a cocktail of your choice to help you E-X-HA-L-E away the day’s stress and frustrations.

of the day before moving on to dinner and wine. Thus, the name l’heure verte — the “green hour” was born.

Americans claim Happy Hour roots as a combination of events starting with WWI Navy slang for official entertainment time for sailors — boxing, wrestling, music, and dancing, and ending with Prohibition days when people attended "cocktail hours" or "happy hours" at speakeasy joints before eating at dry restaurants where alcohol could not be found.

Since the end of Prohibition, the habit stuck and even today bars and restaurants offer Happy Hour specials — usually at a reduced price for food and drinks. And, from a marketing perspective for bars and restaurants, the hours of 4 PM -8 PM is a way to entice customers to come on in and try the food and drinks — especially on slower, weekday afternoons.

History 101: The First Happy Hour The first Happy Hour in history never earned an official recording. However, there are several theories to back up the concept — depending on what side of the Atlantic you come from. The French see Happy Hour as their idea. Apparently, imbibing Absinthe — a potent green colored liquor made from fennel, green anise, and wormwood — became the drink of choice in Paris during the 1800s. Because it was so potent (two to three times stronger than whiskey), Parisians would only have one Absinthe at the end

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Getting Happy in the AC Area So, now that we know all about Happy Hour, let’s check out some local establishments that not only offer drinks and food — at a reduced cost — but also have breathtaking views of the sand and surf as well:

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Blue Water Grille Flagship Resort Maine Avenue, Atlantic City Daily 5 PM – 7 PM Sshhh! This Atlantic City treasure has not yet been discovered by the hordes! Every seat in the house is perfect to enjoy a drink or a bite while taking in some awesome views of the sun setting on the Inlet and Brigantine. Located on the 7th floor and overlooking the ocean, the floor to ceiling windows give you a cruise ship perspective of some of the prettiest Happy Hour sites in AC, whether you are perched at the bar or from a romantic table for dinner.

Happy Hour Offerings Drinks: Mixed Drinks and Wine - $4 Beer - $3 Suggestion: Ask for summer special drinks, including the Flagship Palmer (Iced Tea, Lemonade, and Moonshine) or the Basil Lemonade (Basil-iced cubed with vodka, St. Germain Elderflower liquor, and more).

Food: Southwestern Quesadilla - $9 Buffalo Chicken Wontons - $10

Chart House Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Tuesday - Friday & Sunday, 4 PM-7 PM If you own a yacht docked at the Frank S. Farley State Marina, then good for you.

If you don’t, no worries! Happy Hour at the Chart House provides a bird’s-eye view (probably a seagull) of the entire marina with the famous Atlantic City skyline as a stunning background. Enjoy a drink at the bar as you gaze out of a wall of windows. Have a gang with you? Get there early and fall into one of the contemporary-style couches in the bar area; bolstered with comfy pillows overlooking the marina. Not only do you get to relax with a fantastic view, but choose from a menu of Happy Hour cocktails and Chart House specialties dishes served in smaller helpings at Happy Hour prices.

Happy Hour Offerings Drinks: Cocktails - $6 Beer - $3 - $4 Suggestion: Get several of the Happy Hour food options and share. That way you get to sample it all!

Food: Truffle Skinny Fries & More - $5 Chart House Seafood Sampler- $8 The Chelsea’s Dining On the Fifth Floor Chelsea Avenue Atlantic City What a view of the beach! Perch yourself at the bar or in one of the comfy decostyle leather booths to sip and nibble overlooking awesome views of the Atlantic Ocean. Voted as one of Zagat's “10 Hottest Restaurants on the Jersey Shore,” Happy Hour and chic and stylish all meet up at The Chelsea.

Happy Hour Offerings Drinks: Cocktails - $6 Beer - $4 Suggestion: Shake it your way with a Chelsea Martini; Beefeater or Absolut Food: Chicken Lollipops Sweet Chili Sauce - $5 Fried Zucchini Sliced (fried, served with marinara sauce) - $5

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Wonder Bar Wonder Bar 3701 Sunset Avenue Atlantic City Appropriately located on Sunset Avenue, this is the perfect place to enjoy a Happy Hour drink and watch the sun set over the bay. Whether you arrive by boat, car, or bike, it’s a treat to sit out on the Wonder Bar deck bar and welcome the evening overlooking boats coming and going across the Atlantic City bay by the Albany Avenue Bridge.

Happy Hour Offerings Drinks: Beer & Wine - $1 off Beer - $3 - $4 Suggestion: Try one of the Wonder Bar summer inspired drinks; like the Frozen Mango Rum Runner.

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On Wheels

By ELAINE ROSE

Maserati Alfieri coupe

Making Giant Waves IT WILL NOT APPEAR IN DEALERS’ SHOWROOMS for a year or so, but the Maserati Alfieri coupe is already making giant waves among automotive enthusiasts. It’s easy to see why. The Alfieri is sleek and curvaceous, yet boldly masculine. The car practically dares you to get behind the wheel and put the pedal to the metal. (If you can’t resist that temptation, we suggest the highways of Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming, where traffic is sparse and the speed limit is 75 mph.)

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Originally produced as a concept car to celebrate Maserati’s centennial, the Alfieri has already won design awards. The classic Italian automaker is slating production of this dream machine for the 2016 model year, in part, to return to its roots as a manufacturer of luxury sports cars. A convertible version is scheduled for release in 2017.

The May issue of Car and Driver names the Alfieri as one of twenty-

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The well-anticipated arrival of the Maserati Alfieri

five cars worth waiting for. The Alfieri is “all tension and drama,” and is expected to compete with the Jaguar F-type, the Mercedes AMG GT, and the Porsche 911, wrote reviewer Eric Tingwall.

He quoted Maserati CEO Harald Wester as saying the Alfieri is “adorable handcrafted imperfection,” and less boring than its German counterparts. The base price will be about $100,000.

But that’s still in the future, and the Alfieri is the crown jewel of a hundred years of Maserati history.

Alfieri Maserati and his brothers Ettore and Ernesto opened their workshop in December 1914 in Bologna, Italy. In fact, the autograph displayed on the rear of the Alfieri concept car is a copy of the signature on the application for the license to open. For the first three decades or so, Maserati made only race cars. Its first street automobile was the A6 1500 coupe, introduced in 1947.

Fast forward to the 1990s, and Maserati found itself in more than a bit of financial difficulty. The company had had several owners, and sold fewer than 400 cars in the previous twenty years. Italian attorney Giovanni Agnelli bought the company in 1993, and overhauled the entire operation. With the success of the Ghibli and Quattroporte sedans, by 2007, Maserati was once again operating in the black. The company sold 15,400 cars in 2013, up 150% from the previous year’s sales figures.

As the company’s centennial approached, executives decided to make a concept car to reflect the fact that Maserati is still a sportscar manufacturer at heart. It would be named the Alfieri, after the most prominent of the Maserati brothers. The car was designed at the Maserati Centro Stile in Turin, Italy, with Marco Tencone at the helm, assisted by exterior chief designer Giovanni Ribotta and project manager Lorenzo Ramaciotti. About fifteen designers were part of the project.

As part of the design process, Tencone, Ramaciotti, and some of their staff visited the Collezione Umberto Panini, a private collection

of Maserati cars in Modena, Italy. They were most impressed with the 1953 Maserati A6 GCS Berlinetta coupe, only four of which were sold.

But the company describes it as “a thoroughbred racing machine and masterpiece of automotive design.”

“To me, it was a living sculpture,” Tencone said. “This is my sense of design. It was a pure designer’s car. It was a car of extreme proportions.”

Not satisfied to simply modernize the A6 GCS, the design team essentially started from scratch. The process evolved from paper-andpencil sketches to computer designs to an actual car — all in the space of three months. It was not clear at the time whether the Alfieri would be produced for sale to the public.

“Its stylistic paradigm represents our goals for Maserati in the future,” Ramaciotti said in a video on the company’s website. “It’s like a seed for the future.”

The car is typical of classic and recent Maserati creations, with warm surfaces and a depth that requires some of the production to be done by hand, Ribotta said.

The process of designing the Alfieri “set us on a path towards what will be the future of Maserati design,” Tencone said. “Very sober, both elegant and sporty at the same time.”

There was so much secrecy behind the creation of the Alfieri concept car, even some Maserati executives were not aware that the vehicle was under construction. Of course, not a whiff of the scent got out to the automotive press, which is unusual in these days of the Internet and corporate espionage. Thus, the Alfieri wowed all in attendance when it made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2014.

The concept car, built on a GranTourismo platform, is 180.7 inches (more than fifteen feet) long, seventy-six inches wide, and 50.4 inches high, with an extra-long hood and minimal cargo space behind the rear seats. “Candy cane” tail lights have two red elements framing an

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interior white light. The aluminum wheels have a diameter of twenty inches in front and twentyone inches in the rear and 1950s style spokes.

The chosen design was a liquid-metallic exterior color called “Steel Flair,” and an interior of Luna white leather with dark Basalt blue trim. It’s a four-seater, with the front accommodating the driver and one passenger, and the compact rear cabin holding two more.

Almost immediately after the Alfieri’s debut, the accolades started pouring in. Covering the 2014 Geneva Motor Show for the New York Daily News, Nick Kurczewski called the Alfieri “curvaceous and sensual” and “achingly beautiful,” adding “it makes everything else look dull and dreary.”

If the Alfieri goes to production, “if it looks anything like this concept car, Maserati is going to have to fight back a horde of well-heeled car buyers,” Kurczewski wrote.

In March of this year, the Alfieri won the 2014 Concept Car of the Year award in a competition sponsored by Car Design News.

The honor was presented at a gathering of automotive designers in Geneva.

“The design of sports cars with fine volumes and beautiful proportions is something Italian car design has long excelled at, but the Alfieri’s more contemporary design elements have been executed with impeccable judgment,” Car Design News editor Owen Ready said when the award was announced. “The result is a classic Italian sports car, which is utterly modern.”

Maserati soon decided to manufacture the Alfieri for sale, but will produce fewer cars than its other models. Few details are available about the 2016 Alfieri, and the Maserati website remains mum. But it is rumored to be a slightly toned-down version of the concept car, with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine and eightspeed automatic transmission. Instead of topping a GranTourismo base, the Alfieri will be built on a revision of the platform that holds the Quattroporte and the Ghibli.

The basic model will have a 410-horsepower engine with rear-wheel drive. Purchasers can upgrade to a 450- or 520-horsepower engine, which will come in all-wheel drive. But that’s all we know for now. Maserati will release more details prior to the scheduled formal introduction of the Alfieri at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show.

If the thought of owning the Alfieri is intriguing, the nearest authorized dealers are in Palmyra and Oakhurst. Meanwhile, you can start checking automotive magazines and the Maserati website in the fall. Judging by the reviews of the concept car, you will not be disappointed. n

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Beach Scenes

By SHERRY HOFFMAN

Some of Hollywood's most iconic movie scenes have been set in the sand.

From comedy (Weekend at Bernie's) to drama (From Here to Eternity) to sexy escapades on the sand (10), the beach — with the ocean as an undulating backdrop — has always proven to be fascinating to both filmmakers and audiences alike. Here's a list of our 10 favorite movies with beach scenes.

Splash (1984)

In this fun romcom directed by Ron Howard, Allen Bauer (Tom Hanks) falls in love with a mysterious woman (Daryl Hannah) who refutes the long-held belief that mermaids don’t exist. “Madison” has the ability to move between land and sea; when she’s out of the water, her fish-like tail turns into legs. Allen is just a boy at his first encounter with Madison; later, as a successful businessman, they meet again after he falls off a boat, appears to drown and then awakens on a beach with Madison (who saved his life) at his side. Their relationship seems destined to become an unrequited love, because Madison’s time on land is limited and she must return to the sea. But before she dives off a pier into New York Harbor, she invites Allen to join her, with the caveat that if he does, he can live with her happily ever after beneath the waves — but can never return to terra firma. Allen takes one last look at the New York City skyline and then takes the big splash to join Madison.

Bet you didn’t know: Warren Beatty, Richard Gere, Chevy Chase, John Travolta and others were all considered for the role of Allen before the producers decided to cast the lesser-known Tom Hanks. Some of the actresses who turned down the Madison role were Michelle Pfeiffer, Sharon Stone, and Kathleen Turner.

Cast Away (2000)

Tom Hanks gives a one-man tour-de-force performance as globe-trotting Fed Ex executive Chuck Noland, whose jet crashes during a storm. The only survivor, Noland washes ashore on an uninhabited atoll in the South Pacific, where the beach becomes his home for four years as he fights to learn the survival skills necessary to stay alive. His only “friend” is a volleyball named “Wilson.” He eventually cobbles together a raft to make it past the waves that surround the island; his goal is to make it to the open sea in the hopes that a passing ship will spot him. Hanks’ acting skills were pushed to the limit during scenes in which there was no dialogue.

Bet you didn’t know: Tom Hanks gained 50 pounds before filming began so he could look like an out-of-shape, middle-aged man. After the early scenes were shot, production shut down for a year so Hanks could lose the weight and grow his hair long to achieve the almost emaciated look he had while marooned on the island.

Jaws (1975)

It’s the 40th anniversary summer for the movie that made Stephen Spielberg one of the most celebrated directors in cinema. The movie that scared the bejesus out of people starts on a beach, where a young girl peels off her clothing after a night of drunken partying and jumps into the water for a midnight skinny dip. The next time we see the girl — or what little is left of her — it’s apparent that the quaint island town of Amity (filmed on Martha’s Vineyard) has a serious problem. Spielberg was just 29 when he changed the way people made movies; he spent months working to perfect the realistic-looking great white shark that was the real star of the film. Jaws ends with Police Chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) and shark expert Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) attempting the long swim back to the beach where the movie began after killing the creature.

Bet you didn’t know: In the summer of 1985, the old Sands Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City had one of the mechanical sharks from Jaws on display in its lobby. Even on dry land and inside a casino, the faux predator was frightfully realistic looking.

Beach Blanket Bingo (1965)

In this fourth installment of the wildly popular movies that starred Frankie Avalon and original Mouseketeer Annette Funicello, Frankie (Avalon) briefly deserts Dee Dee (Funicello) when he develops eyes for pop star Sugar Kane (Linda Evans). The plot is hardly worth mentioning (there’s a kidnapping and some shenanigans by a motorcycle gang). What makes this film special is its cast — a sneering Paul Lynde, an insulting Don Rickles, and comic genius Buster Keaton.

Bet you didn’t know: In what would have been her movie debut, the role of Sugar Kane had been offered to Nancy Sinatra. But because there was a kidnapping angle to the plot — and because her brother, Frank Sinatra, Jr., had been a kidnapping victim just months earlier — Nancy Sinatra turned down the role.

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There have been four versions of A Star Is Born, including a Bollywood version. Our favorite is the Judy Garland incarnation. The beach doesn’t figure very prominently except for one key scene. Singing sensation Vicki Lester (Garland) falls for has-been actor Norman Maine (James Mason), whose struggles with alcoholism have all but ruined his career. In the film’s final scene, Maine heads down to the ocean, ostensibly to take a dip. He tells Vicki he’s going to change his life by stopping drinking and by getting fit beginning with a dip in the ocean. But he has another reason for soaking his head.

As Vicki sings to Norman through the kitchen window, he trudges across the beach, walks into the ocean and keeps on walking. The close-up on his robe laying on wet rocks as he drowns pretty much says it all about the film.

Bet you didn’t know: Because the Norman Maine character is a washed-up actor, the role was offered to — and turned down by — Hollywood stars including Bogart, Sinatra, Brando, Fonda, and others.

Chariots of Fire (1981)

Hard to tell what’s more memorable in this true story and told flashback style of a pair of sprinters — one devoutly Christian, the other Jewish — who are vying for Olympic gold in 1924. The theme song by Vangelis, an instrumental which hit the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, or the actual on the beach between the two runners. The beach scenes were shot on location at West Sands in St. Andrews, Scotland and for you golfers out there, the last scene in the opening titles crosses the first and 18th holes of the Old Course at St. Andrews Links, the world’s oldest and most iconic golf course.

Bet you didn’t know: Most of the runners training on West Sands at St. Andrews during the movie’s title sequence had more than a passing familiarity with the world’s first golf course. They were caddies at St. Andrews.

Dr. No (1962)

Beautiful women. A debonair British secret agent with a license to kill. Sexy beach scenes. More beautiful women. Sounds like a typical James Bond film, right? Actually, it is. Dr. No, which starred Sean Connery as 007 and Ursula Andress as Honey Ryder, (the first of the so-called “Bond girls”), was the first of what would become one of Hollywood’s most successful film franchises — there have been 23 so far, with a new one coming out in October. Dr. No (Joseph Wiseman) is a sinister and scientific genius determined to destroy the fledgling America space program. British agent James Bond is sent to Jamaica to foil the plot, which is where beaches and babes come into play (and continue to find their way into virtually every Bond film made over the past 53 years).

Bet you didn’t know: Ursula Andress, who won a Golden Globe for new star of the year, was a fairly unknown Swiss actress who actually spoke very little English when Dr. No was in production.

Weekend at Bernie's (1989)

Larry and Richard (Andrew McCarthy and Jonathan Silverman) are two entry-level young men working for a New York City insurance company and discover the firm is being ripped off — by their boss, Bernie Lomax (Terry Kiser). When they take their findings to the boss, his way of thanking them is to invite them to his magnificent summer home on the beach in the tony Hamptons. But the mob-connected Bernie has other plans. He wants them rubbed out. But the mob boss whom Bernie is scheming with has his own plans — he has Bernie rubbed out because he’s been fooling around with the mobster’s girlfriend. Thus begins a hilarious dark comedy in which Larry and Richard, determined not to allow a dead boss ruin their weekend, schlep the corpse all over the island. Given Bernie’s reputation as a party animal everyone just thinks Bernie is passed out from too much partying. Even though critics panned the picture, the film has become a cult favorite, especially for those who are into dark humor.

Bet you didn’t know: The party guest who keeps trying to convince Bernie to sell him his used Porsche is actor Jack Hallett, who grew up in North Wildwood.

10 (1979)

Bo Derek became an overnight sex symbol in her first major film role. This romantic comedy, written and directed by Blake Edwards, also starred Dudley Moore, Julie Andrews, and Dee Wallace. It tells the story of a middle-aged man who’s convinced a young woman (Derek) he is her soul mate. 10 was Edwards’ first so-called sex comedy, and it features plenty of steamy scenes. One of the most memorable scenes — and also one of the most imitated and parodied — has Derek’s character (complete with her beaded and plaited cornrow hairdo) running across a beach in Mexico.

Bet you didn’t know: Not only was the movie a box office hit, but composer Maurice Ravel’s classical piece “Boléro,” — which Derek’s character considered the perfect music for sex — earned the composer $1 million in royalties. Ravel died 40 years before the movie was made!

From Here to Eternity (1953)

Like Bo Derek’s beach scene in 10, the passionate lovemaking on the beach between Sgt. Milton Warden (Burt Lancaster) and his married mistress Karen (Deborah Kerr) might be one of the most imitated and spoofed scenes in Hollywood history. (Think of the scene in the comedy Airplane.) The movie is about an Army private (Montgonery Clift), who was a boxer in his civilian life. He’s transferred to Hawaii just prior to the Japanese raid on Pearl Harbor and refuses his captain’s request to resume fighting. The captain makes the enlisted man’s life a living hell. Meanwhile, the captain’s wife is carrying on an adulterous affair with Sgt. Warden to seek relief from her troubled marriage. From Here to Eternity revived the moribund career of Frank Sinatra, who won the role of Maggio in the film and ultimately won the Academy Award for best supporting actor.

Bet you didn’t know: It didn’t take a whole lot of acting when Burt Lancaster and Deborah Kerr filmed the nowclassic beach scene. Lancaster and Kerr were romantically linked during production of the film. n

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Successful Wine Dinner at Blue Water Grille Blue Water Grille at the Flagship Resort in Atlantic City held a Bodega Catena Zapata wine dinner featuring six of the winemakers favorite wines. Winemaker Luis Reginato was present to talk about his delicious selections. Executive Chef Juliano Cannuscio did an exceptional job pairing each wine. Currently, the restaurant is planning additional wine events.

From left to right, Ted de Ment, Juliano Cannuscio, Luis Reginato, Kendra Forsythe, Yianni Papaspanos and Samantha Beahon

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Luis Reginato, wine director of Bodega Catena Zapata

From left to right, Yianni Papaspanos, Bill Logan, Coby Frier and Mark Callazzo

From left to right, Molly Golubcow, Ted de Ment, Tom Golubcow, Luis Reginato, Phyllis Papa, Nick Frattone and Bill Lindsay

AtlantiCare LifeCenter Honors Special Lady More than 30 members of the AtlantiCare LifeCenter in Egg Harbor Township gathered June 5 for a birthday luncheon in honor of Vernice Morman. Morman recently turned 87, and her friends — whom she met at the LifeCenter, through exercise classes or on the fitness floor — wanted to celebrate. They organized a potluck luncheon, and honored her with a commemorative plaque.

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"Vernice’s spirit is incredible,” says Lynn Hyde, fitness specialist, AtlantiCare LifeCenter, who leads the Senior Fit class that Morman takes. Morman, who was a teacher in Atlantic City for 25 years, notes that fitness is a lifelong passion. “I love to exercise,” she says. She says she works out at the LifeCenter four to five times a weeks and that she has made some wonderful friends at the facility.

LifeCenter members surprise Vernice Morman with a birthday luncheon

Vernice Morman arrives with daughter Joni

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Annual AMI Golf Classic a Success The 13th Annual AMI Foundation Golf Classic was held on June 16 at Hidden Creek Golf Club in Egg Harbor Township.

Over 90 golfers attended the event, which benefited the Dr. Jan Astin Mobile Digital Mammography Van. The van offers life saving screening mammograms to women throughout New Jersey. Since beginning in 2002, the annual golf classic has raised over $450,000 and is one of the many ways the AMI Foundation supports charities throughout the community.

From left to right, Brad Geist, Art Dorn, Kurt Fuoti and Brad Skiles of Fulton Bank of NJ, the presenting sponsor

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From left to right, Kartik Giri, Akjil Giri, Eli Levi, and Steven Levi

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Second place team, from left to right, Ashish Patel, Paranj Patel, Dr. Raj Patel, and Dhaval Shah

Healthy Educator Awards Presented by AtlantiCare AtlantiCare recognized Healthy Educator Award winners during a dinner in their honor on May 12 at the Atlantic City Country Club. AtlantiCare presented Healthy Educator awards to Sarah Lahey, BSN, RN, CSN, of Northfield, school nurse, Dr. Joyanne D. Miller School, in Egg Harbor Township; and Doreen Lee, of Linwood, principal, Dawes Avenue School in Somers Point. The award recognizes educators’ outstanding efforts to promote wellness, healthy living, good nutrition, and the importance of physical activity with their students and colleagues.

From left to right, Lynn Walters, Diane Braue, Brian Beck, Sandra Caporale, Marci Galli and Lora Blanco

AtlantiCare awarded each awardee a cash prize and will make a donation in the same amount in each winner’s name to his or her school’s wellness programming. Winners are selected based on nominations from their colleagues. Through its partnership with schools in Atlantic, Cape May and Southern Ocean counties, AtlantiCare’s Healthy Schools, Healthy Children Program assists schools and districts with the implementation of fitness and nutrition policies and makes resources available to students, their families and school staff.

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Sarah Lahey (left) and Doreen Lee

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Hurley in the Morning Charity Gives Back to the Community With the results of the 8th Annual Hurley in the Morning Charity, the organization has raised more than $550,000, enabling them to award much-needed grants to more than 100 important non-for-profit groups over the years. Their 9th Annual Event is set for Friday, June 17, 2016 at The Mays Landing Golf & Country Club.

They have begun the process of awarding grants to the following charities — totaling more than $34,000 — from their June 19, 2015 event: The Shore Medical Center Foundation; John

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R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers; FACES 4 Autism; Hometown Heroes; Cookie Till's “A Work in Progress”; Atlantic Prevention Resources; The Tara Miller Melanoma Foundation; The Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia (scholarships); The NJ Broadcasters Association (scholarships); The Atlantic City Sandpipers Pipes & Drums; Atlantic City High School Hall of Fame; Holy Spirit High School; Greater Atlantic City Concierge Association; The Fund for Cape May; and Absecon Presbyterian Church.

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Hurley with Founder & Chairman John R. Elliott , HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers

Hurley with legendary Philadelphia television news personality Joe Pellegrino (right) is a celebrity player every year.

Broadway on the Boardwalk a Success The Schultz-Hill Foundation — in partnership with the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA), AtlantiCare, and the Atlantic County’s Office of Intergenerational Services — presented “Broadway on the Boardwalk” a tribute to the American Musical Theater at Dante Hall Theater on June 11.

Broadway on the Boardwalk presented the most captivating and beloved show tunes from decades of Broadway's best, included the classics of Rodger and

Co-Founders Gary Hill (left) and John Schultz assist a guest from Best Of Life Senior Center.

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Hammerstein to music of today's Tony-award-winning musicals. The high-energy song and dance Broadway revue was filled with memorable Broadway hits. The show was under the direction of Michael Hartman, Director of the Greater Ocean City Theater Company.

This is the first in a series of free Atlantic City shows for senior citizens, and is the foundation's third year providing these free senior shows at Dante Hall.

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CRA Financial Hosts Beach Club Barbeque

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CRA Financial, a Northfieldbased Registered Investment Advisory Firm, hosted a barbeque for clients on July 9 at the Osborne Avenue Beach Club in Margate.

Mia Watson kicked off the event with the National Anthem and The British Invasion Tribute Band provided the rest of the entertainment. Nobil Food Services did a great job catering the event.

The menu included crab cakes, burgers, hot dogs, steamed clams, and grilled lobster tails.

Mia Watson singing the National Anthem to kick off the evening

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A Cut Above

Savor the juicy flavors of a world-class steakhouse at the seashore

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Prime Beef Burger with roasted peppers

IN ANY POPULAR SEASIDE CITY, you’ll find a bevy of steakhouses; but few restaurants rise above the masses and consistently serve worldclass selections. In Atlantic City, Gallagher’s Steakhouse is that standout; the one soaring head-and-shoulders above the rest.

Located on the second floor of Resorts Casino Hotel and expertly managed by Rosalina Iannucci, the nine-year-old location has newcomers and regulars alike sing the praises of Executive Chef Sergio Soto’s offerings.

In 1927, the original Gallagher’s Steakhouse opened in New York City, and was the first restaurant to serve the N.Y. Strip Steak. Gallagher’s Atlantic City continues to uphold that longtime tradition, offering the finest aged beef, which is actually dry-aged for 21 days to insure tenderness.

This summer, from 5-7 PM, Gallagher’s is featuring a prix fix dinner special. From Sunday through Thursday, a wonderful three-course meal is being offered for $55 per person. The menu features mouth-watering appetizers, like Crabmeat-stuffed Mushrooms, Clam Chowder, and Apple Gorgonzola Salad; to delicious entrees, including 16-oz Boneless Prime Rib, Pan-roasted Salmon, and Grilled Pork Tenderloin; to decadent desserts, like Chocolate Mousse Cake and Crème Bruleé.

Described by Donna McCarthy, Director of Operations, as “the hardest working man I ever met,” Chef Soto loves what he does. Born in Mexico, he began his culinary journey in Orlando working for the Walt Disney World Resort. Once in New Jersey, Soto continued his craft under the tutelage of longtime restaurateur Angelo Duva. It was through Duva’s quest for the freshest ingredients and dedication to customer service that he began to perfect his talent for vibrant and innovative culinary dishes.

Soto’s passion for quality and detail, and his farm-to-table specials, make dining at Gallagher’s always deliciously fun and exciting.

Across from the restaurant is Gallagher’s Burger Bar, where Gallagher’s signature dry-aged sirloin burgers are cooked over a wood fire. According to McCarthy, the Burger Bar has undergone an exciting renovation and is expected to be completed in August. “We are the first restaurants you hit when you walk out of the new conference center,” explains McCarthy, “so we felt it was time for a facelift.”

Through the new conference center, Resorts — currently managed by Mohegan Gaming Advisors — is looking to diversify beyond slot machines and table games. The $9.4 million expansion will bring an additional 12,000 square feet of event space, including 11 new conference rooms.

Upon completion, Resorts will feature 17 meeting rooms, three ballrooms, and a multi-purpose showroom all on one floor; providing easy access and customer convenience for the convention and trade show business.

“This expansion plan furthers the repositioning of Resorts,” said Mark Giannantonio, President and CEO, Resorts Casino Hotel. “The company continues to make smart investments that will transform the property into a more vibrant, profitable destination with offerings well beyond casino gambling.” n Resorts Casino Hotel • Atlantic City, NJ 609-340-6555 • arkrestaurants.com

Old World Charm

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By Felicia Lowenstein Niven

Enter Barista’s Coffee House and be deliciously transported across the pond THE COFFEE ALONE IS REASON enough to come to Barista’s in Central Square, Linwood. Those ultra-fresh beans, the perfect grind, that flawless coffee-to-water ratio, and the optimum brewing temperature all combine to create what patrons have dubbed the “Best Cup of Coffee in Town.” So yes, the coffee is reason enough to venture into Barista’s Coffee Shop. But it’s everything else that will make you want to return again and again.

Owners Debbie and Mark Becker sought to create an Old World European experience, with rich hardwoods, artisan furnishings, column accents, and greenery. The whole effect is reminiscent of a town square in Tuscany, Italy, which is fitting — after all, what better place to gather with friends and catch up on news? An area to one side offers leather couches where you can simply sink into some quiet relaxation. Maybe that was the inspiration for Barista’s tagline, “Time Stands Still at Barista’s.”

The beverage menu is extensive and includes the full range of espresso drinks — more than the average coffee house. Then, there are the teas, the flavored steamers, brewed coffee, frappes, smoothies featuring 100% crushed fruit, and more.

There’s also an ample menu that’s ever-changing,

Chef Sammy DeMarco serves up Salt & Caramel Pancakes

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based on customer favorites. The Huevos Rancheros (Mexican eggs) are a house favorite, and consist of refried beans with two eggs nestled in homemade salsa, sliced Queso Fresco cheese, served with Chorizo sausage, corn tortillas, avocado, and cilantro. If there’s anything you want to alter about the dish — such as no cilantro — just ask. Everything is cooked to order. If you’re seeking something sweeter, Bananas Foster French Toast is another favorite. For lunch, the shrimp sandwich is earning rave reviews, and there are plans to add Angus beef burgers. Save room for dessert; there’s also Italian gelato, pies, cakes, and gourmet pastries.

Debbie is the chief cook, and approaches the menu as if she’s cooking for family — her Barista family, of course!

Barista’s is a labor of love for both Debbie and Mark, so you’ll always find them there. And because they don’t get to take a vacation, they’ve challenged their guests to send them photos from their trips, displaying the sign, “I Miss My Barista’s Coffee House, Linwood, NJ.” Email photos to baristascoffeehouse@hotmail.com and your drink is on the house when you return!

The coffee house, previously located in Galloway, has found its home in Linwood. It’s located at 199 New Road

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Serve It Up Sammy YOU MAY KNOW AND LOVE CHEESESTEAKS, but if you haven’t had Philly Cheese Steak Dumplings, chances are you haven’t been to Sammy D’s. This pub-style retro diner at Harrah’s Resort is serving up a twist on East Coast classics, and it doesn’t end with that Philly favorite. The Mini Maine Lobster Rolls boast chilled lobster, toasty buns and creamy mayo. The spicy Buffalo wings are served lollipop-style. Roasted Jumbo Asparagus has a sunny-side up egg, parmesean shavings and crunchy bread. And the Cotton Candy cake is topped with — you guessed it — cotton candy.

Owner and Executive Chef Sam DeMarco created the tantalizing menu. It’s the result of 30 years in the restaurant business, serving up modern and casual American cuisine. This restaurateur — once dubbed “Chef to the Chefs" — for feeding Manhattan’s culinary elite after hours, has made his mark on restaurants in New York and Las Vegas. Sammy D’s is DeMarco’s ode to his East Coast roots, and opened at Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City in 2012.

“I believe in taking ordinary food and making it

extraordinary,” said DeMarco. He noted that his Philly Cheese Steak Dumplings were one such item. “I took a basic mainstream food and put it in a different ‘wrapper,’ resulting in something that is visually appealing and decadent tasting, with remnants of the nostalgic flavors people are so familiar with.”

His twist on the XXXL BLTA includes a "two-fisted" country loaf. He serves a version of eggs benedict called BBQ Pork Benny Donut. It features two poached eggs, bbq pulled pork, chipolte honey glazed donut, and jalapeño hollandaise. Diners that visit for brunch will find Salt & Caramel Pancakes (buttermilk pancakes, salty caramel sauce and sliced bananas).

There’s also a generous selection of cocktails, including a Bloody Mary Bar. Sammy D’s is open for breakfast at 7 AM. Social hour (the daily happy hour) is from 2-5 PM. Sammy D’s is located by The Pool After Dark at Harrah’s Resort, 777 Harrah’s Blvd., Atlantic City. For more information, visit www.sammyds.com or call (609)441-5402. n

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Stellar Summer Wines Relax beachside with these carefully-selected bottles

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ummer always seems synonymous with a chilled draught lager being poured into a tall frosted glass and each sip being followed with the sound of “aah!” coming from the imbiber’s satisfaction at the elixir “hitting the spot”. But as we all know, wine can be just as pleasing on a sultry summer’s day. I’ve selected a number of wines that will work brilliantly during this wretchedlysweaty season. I’m not grouping them by color because I don’t feel it’s necessary, and they aren’t in any particular order of favoritism. They are in the order I’ve tasted them, and they’re all stellar.

Blandy’s Alvada 5-Year-Old Madeira, Portugal (approx. $18). Madeira is a fortified Portuguese wine made in the Madeira Islands. Many people think of this wine as a festive quaff for the cold wintry months, but I totally disagree. I’ve kept the Blandy’s bottle in my fridge since it arrived, and it is the most awesomely satisfying summer drink on the planet. It has a sherry like disposition, not as cloying as port, and yet sweet and fresh with a nutty, raisin, treacle, molasses and tea taste, and full of dark fruits. Blandy's Alvada is a 50-50 blend of the Bual and Malmsey grapes. It has been aged in cask for five years and has one of those fabulous t-cap closures, which means that you don't need a corkscrew to open it and that it will stay fresh for many months if stored in a cool, dark place or refrigerator.

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wineries. Each bottle is accompanied by a story detailing the journey of the wine from vineyard to bottle. The wineries typically produce less than 10,000 cases a year, quantities too limited to attract national distribution. The club offers a range of flexible subscription options. I sampled the most popular Premier Series ($39.95 plus shipping), which features two wines per month from boutique wineries. Each subscription includes a copy of the latest issue of Uncorked: a guide to the featured selections and all things wine related. Since wine shipments are restricted in certain states, some of you have holiday homes or relatives in the states where these shipments are permitted, so I thought I’d include this if you can take advantage of it. I received two bottles from Gnekow Family Winery (San Joaquin County, CA) Campus Oaks range: Campus Oaks 2012 Pinot Grigio. The perfect summer deck quaffer; crisp, fresh lemony flavor that is easy to sip pre-dinner or a perfect accompaniment to simple summer foods, especially a fish lightly seasoned on the barbecue or a smoked salmon and bagel lunch. One of the best Pinot Grigios I’ve tasted this year.

Campus Oaks Old Vine Zinfandel 2011. Old vines are, for me, the best vines. The grape juice is more concentrated and richer and complex. This particular wine is sourced from four blocks of vineyards, which average 80+ years of age, and boy, does it show in the taste. In addition to the Zin, there is a drizzling of Petite Sirah and Syrah,

and the result is a wine full of dark fruit flavors. There’s no mistaking these berry flavors from the first sip. A smooth, velvety finish lingers long after the glass is drained.

Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello 2009, Tuscany, Italy (approx. $69).

Despite summer being the month for lighter foods and wines, if you’re having barbecued meats or a dish of pasta, there’s always a place at the table for a good, solid red wine. And a Brunello is the perfect solution. It comes from Montalcino, a small hilltop town in Tuscany, is made from 100% Sangiovese and has to age for a minimum of five years before reaching the shelves.

Another reason for drinking this wine in the summer is it’s price. A group of friends vegging out at a barbecue might be more inclined to each kick in some money to savor a glass of this more expensive elixir.

The wine is a heady mix of intense dark fruits with a hint of leather. And believe me, leather is as welcome on the palate as it is on your feet. But it’s the fruit, tinged with some exotic spicy notes, which steal the show. And, even if it means being banned from Tuscany for the rest of my life, I threw my bottle in the fridge for 10 minutes and, man, did that hit the spot with the ribs.

Francis Ford Coppola Pitagora, Sonoma County CA (approx. $24). My column never seems to be complete without a bottle of something brand spanking new from the Francis Ford Coppola Winery. And despite the film director’s “people” repeatedly insisting he is far too busy to be a guest on

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my global radio show, I still spill ink in my columns telling you about his wines. I’m taking it personally, but perhaps I should tread carefully as I don’t want to wake up one morning with a horse’s head in my bed!

Anyway, Pitagora is inspired by that Greek brainy bloke called Pythagoras. Maybe Mr. C would like to come on my show and explain the connection. Pitagora is a red blend of Syrah, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petite Sirah. Selected lots are aged in a combination of French and American oak for 15 months, with the blended wine aged for 12 months. This

wine’s label is the best label I’ve seen in 2015; a simple white triangle on a black background. It absolutely rocks! The oak shows through in the flavor, along with deliciously-ripe dark fruits and a sumptuous long-lasting aftertaste.

Francis Ford Coppola Gia Frizzante, California (approx. $17). Gia is FFC’s granddaughter and her own range of wines are made to be unpretentious and fun quaffers. The frizzante is a very easy-on-the-taste buds wine. I found a predominance of pear flavors with that beautiful sparkling finish,

which comes across as fruity and clean.

I feel it’s a tad expensive for this type of wine, but given that it’s made from 100% Chardonnay rather than a B-Lister grape, I’ve included it on my recommendations list.

But mainly because it’s just so much fun to drink!

Giesen Riesling 2013, Marlborough, New Zealand (approx. $15). Have I told you how much I love Giesen’s wines? Let me count the ways! I’ve had a long love affair with New Zealand’s astounding vineyards, and a penchant for the Riesling grape, from

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my former life importing the German varieties. And Giesen has nailed this varietal and won me over. This Riesling is very much New World, but did give me memories of the old one, with hints of minerality I used to enjoy in the Mosel. I never agree with winemaker notes, but in Giesen’s case, I’m going to quote them verbatim: “The 2013 Giesen Riesling displays vibrant aromas of lemon grass, lime, ginger, honeysuckle, and a touch of lavender. The palate is luscious and succulent with great intensity and purity of flavor balanced by lovely focused acidity.” They obviously employed a poet to write that, but I concur with him or her totally. And, it’s a steal at that price!

Guigal Côtes du Rhône 2014 Rosé, Rhône, France (approx. $19). Few wine producers on the planet, bottling pink wines, have the prestige and pedigree of Guigal. Guigal has always impressed me with their beautifully-structured red wines, their delicate and fragrant whites, and, yes, even their pinks. This particular wine began life with a blend of juices from three extraordinary red grape varieties: Grenache (60%), Cinsault (30%) and Syrah (10%). The result is a dry Rosé that many people may say is sweet, but they would be mistaking the incredible summer fruit flavors that are so prominent in this wine as being “sweet”. It’s a common mistake, but the end result is a supremelyenjoyable summer drink, which you should serve well chilled.

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Left Coast Cellars 2014 White Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon (approx. $24). This region of the wine world has become very adept at removing the red Pinot Noir skins post haste to produce a white wine from this red grape. It’s been done for years when making sparkling wines, especially those produced in Champagne. Those wines are called Blancs De Noirs. And now it’s catching on with still wines. You get a sense of the heavier qualities of the red wine, but the taste is delicate, yet honeyed, with some suggestion of spices and citrus fruits.

Being aged in stainless steel tanks keeps the natural fruit flavors fresh and forward. In a word: Delish!

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Left Coast Cellars 2013 Cali’s Cuvée Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon (approx. $24). I’m a sucker for well-made Pinot Noir, and not all of the versions I taste strike me as being food friendly. But this one most definitely will marry well with some yummy lamb chops and mashed potatoes. I think the barrel aging has clearly given this Pinot some solid structure, which is often lacking in Pinot Noirs being poured into my glass of late. Some tend to be thinner and less refined. This is a wine that has a full ripeness to its dark fruit flavors and there’s a hint of herbs and some spice. This is another red grape variety I chuck into the fridge for 10 minutes, and could enjoy with those chops or with a burger off the barbecue.

That should be enough of a selection to get you through the summer. Also remember to drink plenty of water (yuck … no alcohol in it) and put on that sunscreen. Cheers! n “Time Out With Phillip Silverstone” is a weekly podcast heard exclusively on TuneIn radio anytime worldwide either on the free TuneIn app for all smart phones and tablets. “Follow” the show for weekly updates. You can also LIKE Phillip on Facebook: https://www. facebook.com/Phillipsilverstone and follow him on Twitter: @wining.

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Delicious Summer Days Delight in the plentiful bounty our area has to offer This is the time of year where we battle the

heat, humidity, and some greenheads if you live in Brigantine … but it's all good. All is good, you ask? Yes, it’s summertime at the shore! The time is now ripe for the summer fruits and vegetables coming in abundance.

Now is the time to relax a bit, soak up some sun, take a few car and boat rides, and visit a farm or your local Farmers Market.

I, for one, enjoy my trips to the Farmers Market and am looking forward to the freshest Jersey produce out there. When buying such quality ingredients, there's not much you have to do with them, which is perfect for this time of year. No one wants to be stuck in a kitchen.

Summertime with friends and family is what it's all about. The simplest marinades and turning on the BBQ after a day of sun and

surf makes living at the Jersey Shore a true vacation.

I still have a hard time believing this is my life now. It's been three years and the time does go by fast. I keep saying I'll manage my time better this year and really start to take advantage of all that's around me. Like all of us, we have to balance our lives, jobs, and family. We also have to figure

Tomato-Corn Salsa 1 qt. tomato, diced, no seeds 6 Tbsp. red onion, diced 3 ears of corn, charred on BBQ (oil, salt & pepper), cool and take off cob 3 diced jalapeños, no seeds 4 Tbsp. cilantro (if you don't like cilantro, basil works well) EVOO to taste

out a way to appreciate all we have, and what better way than to open your home and to share and make memories with friends.

With the summer months upon us, you still have time to get out there. Relax by the pool, enjoy a good book, walk the boardwalk, just get out there and savor this beautiful season. While walking the boardwalk, grab an ice cream or gelato and be a kid again.

Even if that means jumping in and out of the pool, helping with the grilling, or even tackling some of those summer projects. Don't let this summer get by you. So many of us talk about our plans, what we are going to do ... just get up and do it ... do it with family, friends, and loved ones. Then, you will truly enjoy what's left of your summer. n

Splash of vinegar Fresh lime juice, 2 limes A touch of sugar (I like to use super fine, as it dissolves easier) Salt & Pepper Mix all. Let sit for 15 minutes and mix again after tasting. Adjust seasoning.

Serve over grilled fish, meats, or even on its own as a side. Enjoy!

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DINING Gallery Blue Water Grille Ram’s Head Inn

9 W. White Horse Pike, Galloway, NJ 609-652-1700 ramsheadinn.com The Ram’s Head Inn continues the long-standing tradition of superior quality food and service that the Knowles family brought to Southern New Jersey in 1979. This started at the Manor in the 1950s, and also continues at the Highlawn Pavilion and Pleasantdale Chateau (all located in West Orange, NJ). Traditional food and beverage is served with a contemporary flair at various venues within this one-of-a-kind restaurant.

Executive chef Elio Gracia has provided outstanding culinary excellence for seventeen years, incorporating as many seasonal organic and locally-grown foods as possible. Walk-ins are always welcome.

60 N. Maine Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-343-7447 fantasearesorts.com Located on the 7th floor of FantaSea’s Flagship Resort, the Blue Water Grille is reinventing itself under the direction of Yianni Papaspanos, Director, Food and Beverage, and Executive Chef A. Juliano Cannuscio. Amazing views abound as the well-trained servers offer American Mediterranean cuisine with Italian influences. Dine on their delicious selections as you enjoy the magnificent ambiance.

Crab Trap

2 Broadway, Somers Point, NJ 609-927-7377 thecrabtrap.com Overlooking the Great Egg Harbor Bay in Somers Point is the Crab Trap Restaurant. Flourishing as a 400-seat full service restaurant serving the finest seafood in South Jersey. As many businesses expand, they often lose touch with the quality and small personal touches that made them special. At the Crab Trap, they don’t believe that has happened, or ever will.

Joseph's Restaurant at Renault Winery

A Touch of Italy

Ventura's Offshore Cafe

2015 Shore Road, Northfield, NJ 609-641-5158 venturascafe.com Ventura's is a family restaurant and sportsman's bar with a cozy hometown atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again.

From their famous mussels marinara to their award-winning filet mignon, to their simply delicious gourmet pan pizzas, they offer fresh homemade meals to please everyone's palate.

6629 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Twp. 609-641-1855 touchofitaly.net A Touch of Italy offers the finest quality of food and service. Each meal served is cooked to order. A friendly and pleasurable atmosphere will make your visit a memorable one. Established in 1981 with more than 31 years of experience, this restaurant, banquet facility, and lounge serves only the finest natural veal, steaks, poultry, pasta, seafood and brick-oven pizza.

72 Bremen Avenue, Egg Harbor City, NJ 609-965-2111 renaultwinery.com Open since 2001, Joseph's Restaurant at Renault Winery has become a local favorite of the Atlantic County area. The continued patronage speaks volumes to the flavors that Chef Joe DeGennaro creates, which combines his unique flair and traditions. The food quality and atmosphere are surpassed by none. The Milza family commits themselves to the highest level of service and customer satisfaction. Whether you choose Italian, seafood, premium steaks or a burger, you are sure to be pleased. Try their diverse flavors and experience their amazing ambiance in a unique setting.

Maplewood

470 White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 6126 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ 609-561-9621, 609-625-1181 joesmaplewood.com For almost 70 years, Joe Italiano’s Maplewood has been known for its consistently great food! They believe that freshness and loving preparation are keys to satisfied customers. They have high standards for their food. Consistency can and should be expected. Food is fresh, salads are made to order, and pasta is boiled right before sauce is poured over it. “Gravy” or red sauce is made fresh daily and is loved by the locals in the area. They only use the finest ingredients at the Original Maplewood. Two locations — Same Great Food. Your Choice.

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Sofia

9314 Amherst Avenue, Margate, NJ 609-822-9111 sofiaofmargate.com Exhibiting classical Greco-Mediterranean design, Sofia invites you to enjoy her dinner table and share in a celebration of a wholesome cuisine built on homestyle cooking expressed by exceptional chefs and recipes acquired from past generations. Thus, making Sofia a truly extraordinary South Jersey Greek restaurant.

The Melting Pot

2112 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-441-1100 meltingpot.com At The Melting Pot, fondue truly becomes a memorable four-course dining experience.

Patrons can dip into something different — and discover all the ingredients for a unique dining experience, including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and signature fondue dinners.

Barista’s Coffee House

199 New Road Ste. 10, Central Square, Linwood 609-904-2990 baristascoffeehouse.com Owners Mark and Debbie Becker have created the perfect “neighborhood” atmosphere coffee house.

Brewing up more than just coffee, customers come back time and time again for Barista’s espresso, tea breakfast, Liege waffles, Brussels waffles, gourmet desserts, and Italian gelato. Once you walk through the doors, you instantly become part of the “Barista’s Family”. Open Mon. - Fri., 7 AM-6 PM and Sat., 8 AM-6 PM.

Tomatoes

9300 Amherst Avenue, Margate, NJ 609-822-7535 tomatoesofmargate.com A favorite of chefs and foodies who are impressed with the location, food, and view of the Margate Bay. The elegant and refined atmosphere includes a bar area, sushi bar, private meeting and dining rooms in addition to the main dining room. Trendy with a high-end, eclectic American fare and sushi, plus a happening bar scene. Excellent fresh fish, wonderful sauces and impressive desserts.

Angeloni’s II

2400 Arctic Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 609-344-7875 angelonis.com Offering the finest Italian-American cuisine in the Atlantic City area. This family owned and operated business has been preparing the finest ItalianAmerican entrees in the greater NJ area for over 40 years. Angeloni’s II surrounds you in a warm and elegant ambiance fitting the fine dining you will be sure to enjoy.

We’ll be the first to admit our name doesn’t tell the whole story.

Bountiful Seafood.

Succulent Steaks.

Perfect Pastas.

And yes, Award-Winning Crab Cakes.

2014 Best of Press Awards: “Best Seafood Restaurant” “Best Place for Dinner”

Roberta’s by Joe Muldoon

1205 Tilton Road, Northfield, NJ 609-677-0470 robertasbyjoemuldoon.com A young Joseph Muldoon found his passion for food early on; while still at a tender age he began to work in the kitchen of New Jersey country club, Scotland Run. It was through this experience that Chef Joseph knew he wanted to pursue a career in the culinary field, but wasn’t sure what institution would allow his creativity to flourish.

Almost in time to celebrate his 28th birthday, Muldoon opened his first independent restaurant, Roberta’s, at the intersection of Tilton and New roads in Northfield. Named for his mother, a home economics teacher whom he credits for instilling in him a love of cooking.

Somers Point 609-927-7737 www.thecrabtrap.com Serving from 11am Children’s Menu Available Lunch • Dinner • Cocktails Live Music • Deck Bar

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CASINO DINING RESORTS

Gallagher’s Steakhouse

N. Carolina & Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 609-340-6555 gallaghersresorts.com Gallaghers is located on the 2nd floor of Resorts Casino. A classic steakhouse serving hearty salads, dry-aged meats, wonderful fish and shellfish. Their glass-enclosed meat locker is in the front of the restaurant for all to view; and all of the beef is dry-aged for 21 days at a constant 36 degrees to insure tenderness. Offering the finest selections of seafood as well. An ambiance of warm woods and deep reds. Friendly, efficient and gracious service. Open for dinner Sunday thru Thursday 5-9:30 pm, Friday 5-10 pm, Saturday 5-11 pm.

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Phillips Seafood

Broadway Burger Bar

Pier at Caesars, Atlantic City, NJ 609-348-2273 phillipsseafood.com Phillips Seafood brings guests a classical American seafood menu boasting an array of fresh seasonal fish and Phillips’ famous jumbo lump crab cakes. Renowned chef Robbin Haas has designed a menu that offers guests the freshest, finest seafood available, complete with a rolling oyster cart where regional varietals are shucked tableside and a double-decker live lobster tank stocked with 3-10 pound lobsters.

Experience an upscale, interactive dining experience with their exhibition kitchen and sweeping ocean views.

The Quarter at Tropicana, Atlantic City, NJ 609-317-4660 broadwayburgerbar.com Ark Restaurants introduces Broadway Burger Bar at the Quarter in Tropicana Casino & Resort, Atlantic City serving up fresh ground, grilled, prime beef burgers and a large selection of tapas style appetizers. Order from a full bar featuring 60 craft beers, specialty cocktails, adult milkshakes as well as your traditional favorites.

Live Acoustic acts every Friday and Saturday add to the vibrant and unique atmosphere. Fun for families, a quick lunch or an intimate dinner. At Broadway Burger Bar, they make burgers great.

Cuba Libre

The Quarter at Tropicana, Atlantic City, NJ 609-348-6700 cubalibrerestaurant.com Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar is dedicated to a continued exploration of Cuban heritage, art, music, flavors and traditions. The open-air setting, tropical ambiance, vintage décor, upbeat Latin music and Concept Chef/Partner, Guillermo Pernot’s delectable menu of ‘Nuevo Cubano’ dishes and traditional favorites, make this restaurant a must-see, must-experience dining destination.

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The Quarter at Tropicana, Atlantic City, NJ 800-345-8767 tropicana.net Specializing in Northern Italian cuisine, Il Verdi serves meticulously-prepared gourmet dishes in an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere. Dine on your choice of hot and cold antipasti, soups, salads, pastas, fish and meat entrees, and desserts. Il Verdi’s award-winning wine list features Italian wines selected to complement the food. Have a truly unique dining experience at the Chef’s Table, set amidst the action of the Il Verdi kitchen, where you can enjoy a customized menu of six or seven courses with wine pairings.

HARRAH'S

Sammy D's Harrah's Resort, 777 Harrah's Blvd, Atlantic City, NJ 609-441-5402 sammyds.com Sammy D’s is an all-you-could-ask-for eatery from culinary sensation Chef Sam DeMarco! At Sammy D’s, a retro restaurant, bar and lounge, Chef DeMarco takes East Coast favorites to the next level with his Philly Cheese Steak Dumplings, Lollipop Wings, SAM-'Whiches and Craft Drafts.

Before hitting the boardwalk, or the jackpot, pull up a chair or grab a stool and relax at Sammy D's in Harrah's Resort.

BORGATA

Wolfgang Puck American Grille One Borgata Way, Atlantic City, NJ 609-317-1000 theborgata.com The man who revolutionized the culinary industry carries an undeniable cachet, synonymous with bold, innovative cooking and an unmistakable panache and passion that redefined dining in America. Offering contemporary American cuisine, the restaurant offers two distinctive dining areas ranging from casual and relaxed to elegant and upscale.

Old Homestead Steak House

One Borgata Way, Atlantic City, NJ 609-317-1000 theborgata.com Their domestically-raised, hand-massaged Kobe beef is not only the envy of the trade, it’s trademarked. But that isn’t the only reason the venerable Old Homestead has been a New York City landmark for 137 years. “It’s consistency on all fronts,” says Marc Sherry who, with brother Greg, opened their second location at Borgata.

The menu nearly mirrors New York’s — and for good reason.

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Izakaya

One Borgata Way, Atlantic City, NJ 609-317-1000 theborgata.com A modern Japanese pub that defies comparison.

Extraordinary sushi, sake, and robatayaki served in a sensual, yet modern atmosphere. Izakaya’s tempting cocktails and sharable plates make it the premier spot for an after-hours nosh and drinks, or a delicious late-night meal.

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A Final Word By Marjorie Preston

The Summer Cycle Cycling is just better at the shore.Why? Start with flat, forgiving terrain.

Add miles of beautiful coastline, great boardwalks, and plenty of dedicated bikeways. Are you ready to roll? Here’s where to spin your wheels.

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hen the sun comes out at the Jersey Shore, so do the bikes.

Whether you’re a serious cyclist (known by your airstream helmet and fluorescent Spandex pants), or a casual rider (identifiable by your wire basket, handlebar streamers and balloon tires), summer is the season for bicycling. Here are some of our favorite regional bike paths: • The Boards. The Jersey Shore’s well-maintained “wooden ways” are perfect for early-morning cycling — and then you can stop for some twisty custard! Most of the boardwalks have inexpensive bike rentals close by; all have restricted hours during the season. In Atlantic City, for example, bikers must exit the boards at 10 AM. In Wildwood, it’s 11 AM on weekdays, 10:30 AM on weekends.

• Somers Point to Pleasantville. One of the most popular paths in Atlantic County starts in Somers Point and ends in Pleasantville.

This 6.5-mile course is lined with trees and benches and is especially picturesque — with wrought-iron lamps and quaint cottages — along Wabash Avenue in Linwood-Northfield.

• Estell Manor State Park. It’s easy to bypass this pretty park, tucked along rural Route 50 near Mays Landing. For one thing, it doesn’t have much roadside signage. But seek it out. The park includes a warren of wooded trails ideal for mountain biking. Another plus: a nearly two-mile rustic boardwalk that wanders through wetlands and coastal forest along the South River.

• Middle Township Bike Path. The best part of this flat four-miler? It goes through the Cape May County Park and Zoo. Don’t be surprised to hear the call of the wild – particularly from the zoo’s two African lions, Lex and Bella, and the resident Siberian tiger, Rocky.

This pleasant wooded path follows an abandoned railroad bed and crosses the old Cape May Seashore Line.

• Cox Hall Creek Wildlife Reserve. Head down to Villas, Cape May County for this hidden gem, once Ponderlodge Golf Course.

After the course closed, the parcel was acquired by the state Green Acres program. One online poster said it best: this verdant 250acre habitat is being slowly “coaxed back to nature.” Former cart paths as well as new trails are great for leisurely biking. Dogs are welcome.

• The Route 52 Causeway. Ocean City tried for years to install a bike and pedestrian path that would have included an old rail bed.

Because of wetlands preservation, the “rails-to-trails” concept did not materialize, and safe cycling in busy OC still requires constant vigilance. But there’s one glorious ride you just can’t miss: the bikeway on the Route 52 Causeway Bridge, which crosses the Great Egg Harbor Bay. The grade is a little challenging, but the view from the top is unparalleled. Take a friend!

• The Wildwood Wanderer. This scenic five-miler leads from

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the Wildwood boardwalk down Second Street, past the historic Hereford Inlet Lighthouse, through Anglesea village and across the Grassy Sound Bridge to Stone Harbor. An exhilarating ride.

• The Tuckahoe Ramble. There’s no dedicated bike path in rural Tuckahoe, but it’s a favorite among serious cyclists, many of whom use it as a starting point for long-distance runs. There’s so much to see: the verdant shores of the Tuckahoe River; farms with weathered barns and active farm stands; an old railway station; and downtown Tuckahoe, a history-lover’s delight with mid-19th century buildings and quaint shops.

• The Pine Barrens. It’s a nature lover’s paradise! The Pinelands Preservation Alliance recommends numerous courses through the Pine Barrens, from easy blacktop courses to rugged woodland rides.

Depending on your choice, the landscape may include some of the most faithfully preserved historic towns in South Jersey, like Batsto, Chatsworth, Tabernacle, and New Gretna, as well as the mighty Bass River State Forest.

• Sandy Hook. This course traces the outer edge of the Sandy Hook peninsula with exquisitely changing views of beachfronts and maritime forest. You’ll pass a bird observatory and wildlife observation decks, as well as historic Fort Hancock, circa 1874. Nearby is Sandy Hook Light, the oldest working lighthouse in the U.S. This path has a fast, flat surface that ensures easy riding for beginners and families with kids.

• The Brigantine Loop. This quick and easy course lassoes the tiny resort town from beachfront to bay, and can be completed in about an hour. At the northern tip of the island, just north of Atlantic City is the Brigantine National Wildlife Refuge, where the state’s Marine Mammal Stranding Center often releases rehabilitated seals back to the wild.

Road Rules • Helmets for kids are required by law. They’re also a good idea for adults on busy roadside trails.

• Keep an eye out for overhead branches, irregular roadways, potholes, and other obstacles.

• It’s fun to ride with music, but if you use earbuds, keep one ear open for traffic, bikers, pedestrians, and dogs.

• Pack water to stay hydrated, and a granola bar, fruit or other snack for extra energy.

• Bug repellent is recommended in wooded areas and even at the beach, where you will sometimes encounter those man-eating greenhead flies.

• Be sure to plow through puddles or lawn sprinklers! It’s a great way to cool off (and release your inner child). n

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