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Contents July 2020

Sometimes in the waves of change, we find our true direction - Author Unknown

IN THIS ISSUE 5 Letter from the Editor 6 In the Kitchen 10 Drinks with Aunt Dawn 12 Sunday Girl Eats 14 Dining Guide

Exploding with joy

16 The Interview

The July cover was created by local artist Stephanie Lindley. It was inspired by classic OCNJ fun, Fourth of July fireworks, and finally being able to go out and enjoy. See Stephanie's other covers from this year in the May and June digital issues, readable on www.ocnjmagazine.com.

20 Snapshots 28 Let's Get Crafty 30 Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s History by Fred Miller 32 Meet the Maker 36 Must Haves July 40 Shop Guide 42 Trends - Dompierre 44 Shop Talk - Scrim Discovery

It's Taco Time Shrimp and tomato jam tacos by Amy Mahon from Sunday Girl Eats

46 Jet Pack

Timber & Vine Designs Meet the maker behind those fabulous pieces of string art you've seen around town

50 Wild Island: Terrapins 54 Book of the Month 55 Activities Guide 56 Spot It Quiz 57 Word Search 58 Eco-Friendly - Skin is in

Jet Pack

Must Haves July

Jet Drive Exchange is making a splash around the island with its boat membership club

With some restrictions lifted... dare we say... it's party time! Find must haves for your next fiesta

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59 Services Guide 60 Real Tour 64 Last Shot

From the Editor

WE'RE BACK! Boy does it feel good to be back in your hands, our hands, on tables, in beach bags... after 11 years of printing, it was a tough call to go strictly digital for the months of May and June. But like so many things during quarantine, it was tough, but necessary. We love digital (so much so that we revamped our entire website – and it's fabulous – www.ocnjmagazine.com) but print will always have our whole heart. It's got staying power, man. And it feels good to hold it in your hands, dog ear a page you want to come back to... it's easy on the eyes... I could go on and on. If you're a reader of this column, you know that Ocean City Magazine is my fourth child... and like a proud mom, I can't help but gush sometimes. Speaking of gushing... My friends and I recently played the "name something good about quarantine" game. We were sitting around a big burnin' backyard fire pit on the last day of school, poking at the burning wood with giant sticks, watching the flames lick the air and smoke make spooky figures against the night sky. Our annual celebration was down to a skeleton crew for max safety, but it didn't stop the fun. Our answers were pretty varied... but they all had a similar theme. Everyone agreed that the slower pace of life that quarantine forced us into was pretty sweet. While it's okay to be sad to miss out on these things... it's also okay to enjoy the peace and calm that comes from being free and not having life ruled by a calendar. Google Cal, you're great and all, but boy it was fun to quit you for a while. And I think that's what Ocean City represents for so many of us. It's a slow down... a break from the busy, a chance to just be and hang with friends and family, listen to the waves, smell the salt air, and, relax. And boy does July make it easy to relax and have fun. It's prime time summer – long days, warm nights, boats, beach, boardwalk, downtown, shopping, dining, mini golfing, regular golfing. Things are open and ready for you. On June 15, the day restaurants were open for al fresco dining, I jumped at the chance for a sit down meal for my mom's birthday. Of course, I snapped a pic of my kids and mother during breakfast - their smiles a mile wide. See it above. Check out our stories on the mighty terrapin (learn what to do if you see one of the road) and the super cool Jet Drive Exchange (a boat membership - genius), meet the creative talents behind both Scrim Discovery and Dompierre, and go in the kitchen with one of the newest restaurants in town, Donny's Family Kitchen. When you're finished reading, and hopefully eager for more OC Mag, head over to www.ocnjmagazine. com, browse around, and sign up for our weekly newsletter. Let the OCNJ inspiration come right to you. Welcome back friends. Drop me a line anytime at editor@ocnjmagazine.com. See you on the beach... ~Stef Godfrey Visit www.OCNJmagazine.com to sign up for our weekly newsletter, bringing you fun, fresh ideas, features, games, fab photos, and more all about OCNJ. Facebook facebook.com/OceanCityMagazine • Instagram instagram.com/ocnjmagazine 5

Shore Eats In the Kitchen

Donny’s Family Kitchen The familiar classics, done right at this new Downtown eatery

“I want people to know we are taking our time to make things as fresh as they possibly can be.”-Pam Sheeler

HEN all is said and done with social distancing and we are allowed to dine indoors again (starting July 2 at 25 percent capactity!), hopefully we can sit down for a good family meal and enjoy our favorites. It's going to be much needed – as both a social gathering and a relief from having to come up with a home meal for the 97th night in a row. It is always possible to make eggs

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and pancakes and all of the classics at home, but something about going out on a Saturday and having someone else cook for you at a local eatery makes it more of a treat. As easy as it is to be around our family tables, a change of scenery is definitely due. Donny’s Family Kitchen on the corner of 7th Street and Wesley Avenue is preparing for just that, serving up classics outdoor on their patio, and getting ready for when we are allowed to gather indoors and dine. Formerly

Romeo’s Pizzeria, Donny’s is a fresh start on the corner. They are serving breakfast, lunches and dinners with the scenery we love and have been hankering for, especially in the middle of quarantine. Cream chipped beef is a simple dish, but a definite classic on the island. Donny’s serves it up fresh for anyone coming in (or taking out) looking for an oldie but goodie. “They used to call it ’S.O.S.’ in the army,” said breakfast cook Pam Sheeler.

Making their own recipe of cream sauce and dried beef, Pam cooks it fresh every morning and serves it over toast. Fresh potatoes are cooked up on the side, delivered daily from local produce suppliers. The chipped beef always gets a little green onion garnish, and then it is good to go. “I just think it's an area thing,” said Pam. “Philadelphia does pork

roll. I think cream chipped beef is just popular in this area.” “We use what we have, and use hardly any frozen ingredients,” said Kyle Gillen, who co-owns Donny’s with his wife Shay. The restaurant is named after their son, who at two years old cannot get enough of their lunch menu chicken wings. “We only have one freezer, so we will use what we have. It's just going to be fresh all the time,” said Kyle. “Ocean City people just want fresh,” added Pam. “I want people to know we are taking our time to make things fresh as they possibly can be. Especially with young kids you want to know what is in everything.”

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At the Airport Diner (which recently closed for good earlier this year) chipped beef was served up on the menu for 26 years. Diners at Donny's might recognize Pam, who cooked there for three years before it closed this spring. And Airport Diner regulars know she cooks it the way all of the faithful customers liked it. “Chipped beef was huge at the Airport Diner,” said Pam. With 2020 being the last year on the Airport Diner's lease from the city, in addition to COVID-19 throwing the business’s future into uncertainty, former owner Bill Juhas decided it was time to shut down before the summer season. “When the Airport Diner decided they were not going to reopen for the summer my boss Bill got in touch with the Gillens,” said Sheeler. “He said they need a breakfast cook so get over there right now. I met [Kyle and Shay], and we have all been happily together since.” Kyle and Shay were more than willing to take in anything and anyone they could from the old establishment as they set up their new kitchen. “When they closed we were willing to take anyone who was over there,” said Kyle. Having an experienced crew has been a crucial factor getting Donny’s up and running. Bringing over tried and true recipes and customer-oriented philosophies has allowed them to attract loyal customers and get the wheel turning as they make themselves known. “Ocean City can be expensive at times,” said Pam. “We have big portion sizes so you are getting your bang for your buck. It is very family oriented here.” Thanks in part to Pam and the other staff members' experience in Ocean City restaurants, getting the new establishment off the ground has been done with as little frustration as the current situation can allow. “Starting a brand new restaurant in the middle of a pandemic is not easy but everyone here is helping make it work,”

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said Shay. “We got really lucky with Pam and her whole crew,” said Kyle. “We got lucky with Melody from Romeo’s for our pizza. She was the best pizza maker there. When my wife and kids would come to Romeo’s we would always ask if it was her cooking.” The Gillens – new to the restaurant industry – have been able to work with their experienced employees to utilize their talents in order to serve up the best of Ocean City dishes. Additionally, they have been able to look at what Ocean City dishes offer, and add the flair needed to make it appealing for their new customers. Pancakes for the kids at Donny’s are not just chocolate chip or fruit topped – they are funfetti pancakes. Served with colorful sprinkles inside and a marshmallow sauce drizzled over top of the flapjacks, it's a fun take on the classic breakfast dish. Donny's is keeping things fresh and fun, but is also catering to the needs of today’s customers. “We have two fryers. One is exclusively gluten free. A lot of people have gluten intolerances,” said Kyle. “One of our other ideas my wife and I have had is to name our items after things in Ocean City. People love our ‘The Gardens Salad’ because it has the Gardens in its

name.” With the incorporation of everything Ocean City into Donny’s Family Kitchen, the crew hopes their restaurant becomes the new family spot on island. “I am glad I found this place,” said Pam. “It is hard to find a place that treats you like family.”

- Text and photos by Nick Matousch

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Tiki Time: Painkiller Style 2 oz spiced rum 3 oz pineapple juice 1oz fresh orange juice .5 oz crema de coconut Grated nutmeg for garnish

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Tomato Jam

2 lbs Roma tomatoes, cored and chopped into 1” pieces 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp kosher salt 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

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1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 tbsp olive oil garlic powder kosher salt ground cumin chili powder onion powder

Optional Toppings Guacamole Queso Fresco Slaw

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stove top. For the tortillas, add the masa harina, water and salt to a medium bowl and stir to combine. Use your hands to continuing combining the ingredients. If the mixture is too dry, add water one tablespoon at a time. Divide the dough into 16 small portions and flatten into 6â&#x20AC;? round tortillas by hand or using a tortilla press. Transfer the tortillas to the griddle and cook till each side is lightly browned. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm and to keep from drying out. Grill the shrimp until cooked through. Spread the tomato jam on the tortillas and top with the shrimp, guacamole, queso fresco and slaw or toppings of your choice.

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Shore Eats The Dining Guide BREAKFAST I LUNCH I SWEETS

Starbucks 1061 Asbury, 938-6905.

Aunt Betty’s Ice Cream Shack Seriously fresh ice cream. Even treats for your doggies. 2100 Asbury; 40th & West. 398-4001; 398-4005.

Uncle Bill’s Pancake House Legendary breakfasts, lunches. 2112 Asbury, 40th & West, 3987393. Open year round.

Barefoot Market Scones, bread, coffee, artisan lunches. 214 West, 399-0221. Christine's Italian Pastry Shoppe Custom cakes, delish pastry, gluten free options. 314 Tilton, 646-5666. Fractured Prune Hot made to order doughnuts. 1225 Asbury, 609-399-0482. Johnny B Goode Waffles, ice cream, family entertainment. 14th & Asbury, 525-0646 & 34th & West, next to Hoy’s, 525-0648. Johnson’s Popcorn One whiff of this corn a cookin, and you'll be hooked. 1368 Boardwalk, (800) 842-2676. Open year round. Nauti Donuts Try the Salty Dog... maple icing, porkroll, salted caramel drizzle. 2133 Asbury, 609938-2253. Ocean City Coffee Company The perfect cup of coffee. 9th & Boardwalk, & 1066 Boardwalk, 917 Asbury, 399-5533. Open year round. Positively Fourth Street Breakfast and lunch. Dinner in season. Innovative dishes. 400 Atlantic, 814-1886. Wards Pastry Butter cookies, sticky buns, scrapple pie. 730 Asbury, 399-1260. Open year round. Yoasis Beach Bowls Fro yo, acai bowls, pitaya bowls, smoothies. 1242 Boardwalk, 938-0898. 14

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PIZZA I BURGERS l FRIES l CHEESESTEAKS Del’s Oceanside Grill Menu is time-tested and sure to please adults and kiddies alike. 934 Boardwalk, 399-3931. Flippers Grill Outside at PortO-Call Hotel. Burgers, etc. 1510 Boardwalk, 399-8812. Jilly’s Ice cream and fries... best day ever! Ice cream, 1172 Boardwalk. Fries, 1034 Boardwalk. 6th Street Pizza Salads, apps, pizza, sandwiches. Credit cards accepted. 600 Boardwalk, next to Gillian's, 609-525-0022. Bennie’s Bread and Italian Market Fresh bread, pastries, brick oven pizzas, sandwiches, and tomato pie. 1159 Asbury, 398-9450. New location at 4th & Ocean.

Please call each establishment for current procedures. Many are open for curbside/no contact delivery/al fresco dining.

Crab Trap Seafood, prime rib, steak and pasta dishes. 2 Broadway, Somers Point, 927-7377. Emily’s Ocean Room Cafe High tea all summer, breakfast and lunch year round. 11th & Boardwalk, 398-5700. Open year round. Hula Restaurant and Sauce Company Tasty Hawaiian cuisine. We love the Firecracker Shrimp. 940 Boardwalk, 399-2400. Jay’s Crabshack 737 Asbury, 3994022. Open year round. Jon & Patty’s Healthy, creative bistro fare. New second floor seating. 637 Asbury Avenue, 3993377. Open year round. Ocean City Restaurant Association Member restaurants all over the island. Eatinocnj.com. Oves Restaurant Fresh seafood dinners, homemade apple cider donuts. 4th & Boardwalk, 398-3172. Red’s Jersey-Mex Superior Mexi/ Southwest food. Gluten-free menu. 11th & Haven, 399-2272.

Kirk’s Pizza Amazing steak sandwiches. 44 Route 9, Marmora. 390-1845.

Spadafora's Restaurant & Clam Bar Famous dockside fresh local flavor. 843 Atlantic, 398-6154.

Manco & Manco Pizza Three locations on the Boards. 7th, 9th, and 12th Streets. 399-2548.

Spadafora's Seafood Market Large, fresh selection of takeout fish and shellfish. 932 Haven, 3986703.

GLOBAL CUISINE I SEAFOOD Adelene Serving breakfast and lunch daily. New Burger Bar. Gorgeous beachfront space. 1510 Boardwalk, 800-334-4546. Cousin’s Varied and sophisticated menu. Outside dining, catering too. 104 Asbury, 399-9462.

Tuckahoe Inn Back Bay Cafe with live music, Boat Bar. 1 Harbor Road & Route 9, Beesley’s Point, 390-3322. Open year round. Voltaco’s Everything Italian. Sandwiches, dinners, sauces. 957 West, 399-0753.

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The Interview Nick Matousch interviews Sergeant Tyrone Rolls from the Ocean City Police Department What is your day to day like? I walk in, get the information from the squad that is leaving about anything I need to address or be aware of, and go about my day. I reach out to youth I mentor, see if they need anything, and answer calls from the public. What is your favorite childhood memory of Ocean City? Sports. I played football. The team members I had, just being out there and being good at what I did kept me in tune, out of trouble and gave me my edge. How do you deal with racism on a daily basis? Like I said during the protest, out of uniform I experience exactly what African Americans experience. I walk down the street and people look at me funny. Store employees follow me around, people give me the finger. I have been on a call and people say they do not like me.

Sergeant Rolls during his speech at the OCNJ peaceful protest on June 2

AST month, Ocean City held a peaceful protest in the downtown district, where Sergeant Tyrone Rolls was put into the spotlight about the unrest happening in our nation. A 24-year member of the force in Ocean City and a wellspring of historical knowledge and passion about our country’s racial past, the officer gave a strong speech that day advocating for education and coming together as a people. With the recent issues of the nation constantly on the forefront of his mind, he is always learning in order to ease tensions and bring love and understanding into the community. What inspired you to become an officer? I wanted to make a difference in my community and give the black community someone to look up to. How has the black community changed since you became an officer? It became smaller. There are not even a hundred black people here. My graduating class at Ocean City High School was around 357 – and only seven or eight of us were black. It is a shame. Racism did not push them out though, the economy did.

How do you educate yourself on racism in America throughout our country’s history? I graduated with a history degree [Montclair University]. I did not learn about black culture until college. Here at Ocean City High School, I learned about Martin Luther King being deemed enemy of the state. But dogs being sicced on him? I did not learn about that until college. How do you suggest people educate themselves on African American history? Through education and getting together and changing what we have to, step by step. We have to teach about black culture and redlining. What are some concrete things you hope peaceful protests accomplish? Show that we [officers] understand, are listening, and there are things that need to be changed. Change for people of color to prosper – fair mortgages and housing. Mortgage companies raise mortgages for African Americans and keep them low for the rest of Americans. We have to fix the justice system for African Americans who have gone to jail for little minor things. How do you suggest people make themselves heard? They are doing everything right to get their voices heard. But the point is when are people going to listen? When Colin Kaepernick kneeled people made it a narrative. We need people to listen and stop making up their own narrative. How do you serve the community out of uniform? I have kids that I have mentored and coached throughout the

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The peaceful protest in Ocean City on June 2

years. I have coached basketball in Upper Township for fifth and sixth grade, then boys and girls track here in Ocean City at the high school level. Eighth grade boys football for one year. Fifth and sixth grade travel basketball in Ocean City. I started my own business – RA Development – youth development for growth in sports. How do you motivate those athletes? Most kids play a sport just to play it. I teach kids if you do something you put your all into it... you learn the ins and outs and teach them the work ethic so they can achieve something and be somebody. Me being an African American in a predominately white area gives them a black guy who is successful and pushes them in the right direction, so they can see that not all black people are bad. What are your hobbies? I love playing basketball, bike riding. I grab some headphones and just ride. I run three or four miles every other day. I like to coach. What do you listen to when you ride? I listen to reggae. I used to listen to all the old rap music.

What are some traits that have helped you as an officer? A good listener and being able to communicate with people no matter what. I have gone to calls where people are flat out just yelling at me. Understanding people’s mental state going into calls has been helpful. How has COVID-19 affected how you perform your job? Not being proactive. We became more reactive with people, because we did not know what was going on. We had a few cases of COVID in Ocean City and did not know how it was spreading. I went on a couple of calls where people said they were having symptoms, and would have to wait for the fire department to come in with their Hazmat suits. It was difficult. What are you looking forward to this summer in Ocean City? Maybe not this summer, but having time to enjoy next summer. I am going to retire July 30 next year, after 25 years. But now, just seeing people out enjoying life. I like to make people happy. What do you hope for police officers going forth? That we are more understanding and mindful of people’s backgrounds and situations and act accordingly. -Photos courtesy of Jose Aponte, Jr.

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Local Ocean Snapshot

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On the Beach Nicole Stepler, June Stepler, Caleb Stepler, Julia Oman, Becky Oman and Jacob Oman. Photo by Kerri Janto. 21

Local Ocean Snapshot

On the Beach

This page, clockwise from top: Emma Martines and Julia Palmer; Dave and James Weidman; Kelsey & Kasey Tirpack. Opposite page, top and bottom: Craig Lutwen, Colin Brenner, Nick Nakasian and Jack Metzger; Chase, Peyton and Gavin Voytko. Photos by Kerri Janto. 22 OCNJMAGAZINE.COM

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Local Ocean Snapshot

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On the Beach

Opposite page, clockwise from top: Couper Martinez, Cole Martinez and Jake Finger; Courtney, Callie and Ben Jones; Everly and Courtney Payton. This page, clockwise from top: Hannah Hoffman; Patrick Stewart, William Niedoba, Lilly Stewart, Mia Gatti and Charlise Gatti; Chloe Wolverton, Angelina Donoflio, Francesca Hansen and Colby Walk. Photos by Kerri Janto. 25

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Asbury Avenue

This page, clockwise from top: Kate Testa, Ella Rowelo, Lily Cheatham, Jayda Eivle-Hargo, Padme Gruebler; Julia and Charlotte Erickson; Pam Estadt, Leah Kochenour and Karley Koch. Opposite page, clockwise from top: Christina and Janice Bond; Ian, Autumn and Dakota Heckman; Penelope Yurkanin, Cora Edginton, Tristan Edginton, Callie McCullough, Kayla Edginton, Christina Edginton and Marley Edginton. Photos by Kerri Janto. 26 OCNJMAGAZINE.COM

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Crafty Be the moon and inspire people even when you’re half full. We are all under the same moon and connected by its beauty. We should never take for granted the natural beauty that surrounds us all, but embrace it and be thankful we get to witness it together. The phases of the moon in tune with the flow of the tides has always been so fascinating to me and how something so beautiful is forever making changes. I decided to make a little moon phase wall hanging to adorn my little bungalow so I can have a piece of the moon with me always. Can you believe it is simply made from cardboard?! That’s it, just a few simple materials and you can make your very own moon phase too!

MATERIALS YOU’LL NEED. Cardboard Pencil Scissors Visit @thelittlebungalow for more fun projects to keep you inspired and busy!

Paint (I used a shiny copper color) Paint Brush Fishing Line Small Beads (optional)

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BY THE WAY. Feel free to print out my moon phase template to cut out and trace if you don’t want to draw your own moons. Find the printable and instructions here: https://thelittlebungalow6.wixsite.com/ thelittlebungalow/post/diy-moon-phase-wall-hanging

MOON PHASE WALL HANGING INSTRUCTIONS.

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First draw or trace your moon phases onto your cardboard. Then simply cut each shape out.

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When you are finished painting and all of your moons are dry, place them in their moon phase pattern.

Once all of your moons are cut out you can choose what color you want them to be and start painting them. Paint both sides letting each side dry before adding another coat. If you feel it needs a second coat of paint follow the same steps.

Cut a piece of fishing line and knot off one end with a loop.

Thread your line through each moon (I added a small bead in between each moon to give it a little something extra).

When everything is threaded onto your string, knot it off at the end. I added a tiny spot of hot glue to make sure it was secure.

Now find a spot to display it for all to see and admire. You won’t even believe that it’s simply made from cardboard!

- Caitlin Peck

Local Ocean It’s History

1970 in Ocean City by Fred Miller

Fifty years ago, this bronze plaque was added to Ocean City’s 50-year-old World War stone monument on Veterans Day 1970.

Fred Miller, 14th Street lifeguard, shows off his award winning rowing techniques during the summer of 1970.

N 1790, by George Washington’s orders, 650 men on horseback, in stagecoaches and on foot counted almost four million Americans. In 1970, the Census Bureau reported there were 203 million Americans. The report included the following counts: New Jersey – 7,168,164; Cape May County – 59,554; Ocean City –10,575. Ocean City showed a 39 percent increase in population between 1960 and 1970. Ocean City had the largest population of the 16 municipalities in Cape May County – 421 more people than Lower Township. Elected officials in 1970: President of the United States Richard Nixon, Vice President Spiro Agnew, Mayor Robert L. Sharp, Commissioner Chester J. Wimberg, and Commissioner David L. Simpson. Building Inspector Daniel F. Connor reported on January 12 that the construction industry in Ocean City soared to record proportions in 1969 with more new dwellings being built than during any single year in the 53-year history of the municipal building department. There were 347 new dwellings constructed that year. On January 28, Jaycees president Kenneth Strang presented the group’s Distinguished Service Award to sports reporter Tom Williams. More than a few eyebrows were raised in late February at the city’s 1970 budget. The $5.35 million budget was up more than a million dollars. Taxpayers got to see where a lot of their tax dollars were going on March 4 when the city’s dredge, “Sandpiper” began pumping sand from the bottom of the bay onto the 16th Street beach. The dredge sucked up the sand in the Great Egg Harbor bay and pumped it across the island through a 3,000-foot long pipe. E. Fenton Carey, OCHS swim coach presented varsity letters to Don Hamilton, John Pfaeffli, James Gayle, Dennis Var, Bill Struckell, Jeff Brown, Jim Dull, Lew Barrett, Dave Bruce, Dave Turner, Rich Miller, Steve Brown, Peter Downham and Gary Benzon. Ocean City’s Guy Gargan won the 112-pound Delaware Valley Golden Gloves championship when he knocked out his opponent in the third round. OCHS’s Barbara Belyea placed third in the Women’s World Surfboard Riding championships held in Melbourne, Australia. On May 16, 300 members and guests attended the annual Chamber of Commerce dinner at the Flanders Hotel. The guest of honor, journalist and author Gay Talese, was

The 1970 OCBP competition team won all four South Jersey lifeguard championships. From left to right, Kevin Daly, Mark Nichols, Mike Bradley, Captain George T. Lafferty, Paul Sweeney, Bruce Wigo, Ernie Wakeman, Jack McDermott, John Hellabush, and Bill Lafferty.

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Above: During his tenure as mayor, from 1967 to 1971, Robert L. Sharp had the pleasure of presenting many trophies to the Ocean City lifeguards. In this 1970 photograph, Mayor Sharp (left) is presenting the Frank “Dutch” Hoffman Memorial trophy to Captain George T. Lafferty. Right: An early evening Boardwalk scene was on the cover of the 1970 Vacation Guide published by the Hotel, Motel and Restaurant Association. The 92-page book contained information visitors would need for a wonderful vacation.

introduced by Maxine Hanneman. Three days before the Memorial Weekend, a 21-year-old Philadelphia man drowned attempting to rescue a young girl off the Ninth Street beach. The girl struggled to shore under her own power. The OCHS track team, coached by Ted Klepac, won the Cape-Atlantic League championship. The track stars were Dan Curtis, Gene Davis, Jim Murray, John Fitzick, Wayne Winn, Marion Conti, Glenn Darby, Bruce Burdette, Dan McElyea, Tom Shaw, Jim Wilson, Harry Vanderslice, Dave Law, Ron Tilstra, Don Bratton, Charles Jordan, Fred Hastings, Ron Pennington, Dave Bruce, Terry Tracey and Jim Watts. Mayor Sharp announced on June 29, a two-block section of the beach between the Fifth and Seventh street jetties would be for surfing only. Robert C. French was chairman of the Night in Venice boat parade held on July 18. The weather was perfect and the spectators were not disappointed viewing the array of 80 decorated boats. Robert Beiswenger’s boat won the Best of Show award. The most dramatic ocean rescue of the summer occurred on July 24. A small airplane with a family of four aboard crashed into the ocean 100-yards off the 4th Street beach. Lifeguards Jack Neall, Roy Zehner, Michael Eppig, Ron Sawyer and Dave Kelley immediately went to the rescue. Their lifeboats reached the airplane seconds after it went into the ocean. One boat picked up the mother and father, the other the two children. On August 23, a dozen lifeguards were injured rescuing three boys caught between the 5th Street jetty and its spur. The high seas and strong currents around the rocks made it very difficult for the lifeguards to save the boys who had been swimming in an unprotected area. On August 14, a crowd estimated to be over 8,000 lined the beach and boardwalk from 1st Street to 3rd Street to watch the 31st annual South Jersey Lifeguard

These lifeguards quickly went to the rescue of a family of four after their plane crashed into the ocean off the 4th Street beach: from left, Roy Zehner, Jack Neall, Ron Sawyer and Dave Kelley.

Championship. OC’s Mark Nichols and Mike Bradley won the doubles rowing race, and Paul Sweeney placed second in the swim, giving the local lifeguards nine points, one more than Atlantic City. The OCBP swimmers won eight of the nine events to capture their 11th straight South Jersey Lifeguard Swim Meet. The following were on the team: Bruce Wigo, Steve Scibal, Paul McDonald, Dennis Carey, Bill Dorney, Bill Lafferty, and John Hellabush. The highlight of Veterans Day ceremonies was the dedication of a new plaque attached to the 50-year-old World War stone monument. Mayor Sharp read the inscription: “In grateful memory to the men and women from this community who served in the Armed Forces of the United States during any wars and a lasting tribute to those who gave their lives in the service of their country.” 31

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Oil on canvas, cartoon illustration, beading, weaving, and photography. There are so many different styles of artwork to explore. For artist Meghan Palaia, her favorite mode of choice is wood and string.

In 2010, Meghan and her now husband, Tony, were living in Ocean City, MD, when a friend of theirs in the public relations industry came for a visit. Their friend was looking to hire a writer to work in Rincon, Puerto Rico. Palaia has always had a passion for writing; she majored in English and Communications at Salisbury University. She earned a graduate degree in English there as well, with a concentration in composition and rhetoric. Palaia went on to write professionally, and has several regular small businesses as her clients. “Back in 2010, I was offered the job {in Rincon}. Tony and I talked about it. We decided it was time to make a move, and thought it would be a fun adventure for six months. We stayed for five years,” she laughed. “Rincon was perfect for my husband because he’s a surfer, it’s a surf town, and so he started his business there shaping surfboards and repairing dings. It became very successful, so that’s why we stayed.” While her husband enjoyed his newfound entrepreneurial success, Palaia worked from home as a full-time professional copywriter and web developer. She was also looking for something creative and fun to do. That’s when her love of string art began. Using examples from Pinterest, she started teaching herself how to make her own pieces. “I started making string art of the outlines of states, with a heart over

particular cities,” she recalled. “Then I participated in the Art Walk events which took place every Thursday.” During their time working in Puerto Rico, they met friends from Ocean City, NJ, and started visiting the island during the summer months. “It’s the offseason in Puerto Rico in the summer. It’s really rainy and not that nice,” said Palaia. In 2015, the Palaias decided it was time to pack up and move back East, making a home in OCNJ. “When we moved to Ocean City, I met the owners of Peace of Wood, and asked to display my artwork at their store,” she said. “It was then I decided to branch out and try different things, making designs for signs, boho dreamcatchers, and DIY string art kits. I noticed there were tons of tutorials online on how to create string art, and realized a lot of people were interested in making the pieces themselves. That’s what pushed me to start the DIY kits.” The kits are complete with everything needed to create a piece of string art, and customers can choose either a six by six or six by nine size, and there are six different designs of each size to choose from. The six by six designs include, Heart, Wave, Sun, Starfish, Chevron, and Bird. The six by nine feature Seahorse, Cactus, Peace Sign, Double Hearts, Succulent, and Double Waves. “There are two colors of crochet string. I predraw the design, and the natural pine wood comes pre-drilled, nails and detailed instructions included. Plus, a photo of the finished product for reference.” she explained. “The DIY kits

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are a very popular and a fun activity for families that are here on vacation for the week, especially on rainy days. It’s a great, hands-on craft for everyone.” The box comes with a “Timber+Vine Designs” label, and is ready to be gifted, or to create a personal craft. “These DIY string art signs make a great addition to a guest room, child’s bedroom or nursery, and are also the perfect complement to a gallery wall,” she said. At first, Palaia called the business “Handmade by Meghan,” but said she was looking for a name less whimsical and silly. “I chose ‘Timber + Vine Designs’ because I liked the slight rhyme. That’s the writer in me,” she laughed. “And also because it represents the fact that I work with wood and string.” In addition to changing the company name as the business became more successful, Palaia upgraded her equipment. “I used to pre-drill every piece of wood by hand, and that was really difficult and hurt my hands,” she recalled. “It was time to buy a drill press which has been very helpful.” The artist features her work on many websites, in stores, and at special events. “My online sales have seen a huge uptick over the past few months due to the pandemic,” she explained. “I have a good deal of local sales too, at the Ocean City Block Parties and Farmer’s Market in the summer, but I’m not sure what that will look like this year due to COVID-19.” She ensured customers that all items come from a household practicing safety and social distancing.

“Know that we are taking as much care and responsibility as possible in dealing with the risks of COVID-19 and creating these handmade items for our customers. Our family truly appreciates your business during this difficult and uncertain time.” Palaia’s work is also available at popular storefronts, including Stainton’s located at 810 Asbury Avenue, as well as Peace of Wood at 1112 Asbury Avenue and Bowfish Kids at 956 Asbury. While mostly local, Palaia had the opportunity to travel a bit. “I got to participate at the Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar. It was my first time branching out.” She has also branched out with new, unique items. This past Christmas, she tried her hand at hand-painted watercolor greeting cards and ornaments. “I like the ornaments because they offer people a lower price point.” When not busy crafting and writing, Palaia enjoys reading and hiking with her husband and 9-year-old pup, Brifa. “I love doing outdoor activities and going to the beach, and playing drop-in soccer in Ocean City." She was a collegiate soccer player and coach. She and her husband also recently bought their first home in Egg Harbor Township, and the duo are busy setting up and sprucing up, including her home art studio.

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USSY is done. So is cluttered and overly busy design. “The kids don’t want anything too elaborate,” said Jack Griffin. “East Lake Victorian would never work for them unless it was one piece in

the room.” On a sunny afternoon, Jack and Victor Dompierre of Dompierre Interior Design sat down in their showroom at 17 Roosevelt Boulevard in Marmora to talk about the business and what people will be looking for in 2020 and beyond. Their consensus: simple lines, natural materials and a single, high impact piece in a room rather than shelves or walls full of knick-knacks, art or items. “It’s just nothing fussy anymore,” Victor adds. They’ve had the showroom for about six years, but Victor has been working in fabrication and interior design for far longer. He’s also the Dompierre in the partnership. “That’s all I’m good for is the name,” he jokes, which prompted Barbara Murphy-Leary, the company’s brand manager who sat in on the interview, to start running through his qualifications. “He’s an artist, really,” she said. Originally from New Bedford, MA, Victor came to the region decades ago, but a few hints of South Coast remain when he says certain words, something Jack is quick to tease him about. Victor later started designing and manufacturing costumes for Showboat, which is where he got his start in fabrication. At the business, he produces items for customers, including custom 42 OCNJMAGAZINE.COM

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furniture, drapes and more. Barbara adds that he now also has the title of inventor, for a reversible pillow called Finaryrre which the three are now producing. “In the middle of the Covid, we’re launching a business,” Jack said. Jack and Victor were recently married, but they’ve been together for years. When New Jersey approved domestic partnerships in 2004, they moved quickly. “We were the fourth couple in the county,” Jack said. His career was as a music teacher. Music remains important to him, he said, and he plays several instruments, including guitar and violin, but he is most comfortable with a keyboard. He has recently been focused on the accordion. “He was retiring and needed something to do,” Victor said. For about 20 years, Victor’s business focused on wholesale and working with other businesses. From the Marmora showroom they would deal directly with customers. The former residence that is now home to their showroom is near where they live. It was in rough shape, they said, left vacant for years before they fixed it up. They put extensive work inside and out, including the landscaping. The gardens were in riotous bloom on a recent visit. “The people in the township are very happy that there is no longer an eyesore on Roosevelt Boulevard,” Jack said. “People are so complimentary all the time. We’ve made an investment in our area.” Jack has also been active locally, serving on the Planning Board

and the former Economic Development Advisory Commission as well as taking a leadership role in the Upper Township Business Association. His parents live nearby. Jack said they’ve been married for 74 years and described them as an inspiration. Jack is the managing partner, Victor the fabricator. It may be an oversimplification, but Victor spends much of his time in the downstairs workshop while Jack handles the books. “The funny thing is, we both work in the same building, but we have a lot to talk about at night,” Victor said. “Sometimes we go an entire day without seeing each other.” The business also does installation. They work on shore houses throughout the area and on year-round residences well beyond, as customers bring them in for jobs from the Main Line to New York. They have four designers, they said, and 11 staff members, both full time and part time. “We try to make it a family atmosphere. It’s a nice environment to work in,” Jack said. “We celebrate birthdays.” The company also offers continuing education to the staff, they said, to make sure members understand the coming trends, know the new colors and follow what’s happening in the industry. They said they also seek to educate their customers on design and materials. For instance, there are some materials that are a terrible choice for the shore. Silk is a poor choice for near the ocean, Victor said. There are several options in high performance fabrics that can allow for an elegant look for a beach house, but even a light-color couch made from them can be cleaned after a grandchildren-driven chocolate ice cream disaster. Victor said the latest fabrics can feel as inviting and comfortable as cotton

while offering enhanced durability and stain protection. Look for more prominent use of natural materials like wood, bamboo and bone, along with industrial elements, presented in metal light fixtures, controls and lighting. That may seem like an edgy, cold look, but combined with other elements it can be comfortable and inviting, Jack said. Customers are interested in sustainability, Jack said, pushing designers to look for ways to use recycled materials and renewable options like bamboo. LED lighting uses less energy than other options and can present a variety of options. Walls are often done in a calming gray, and blue will continue to be a prominent design choice. “Blue has been trending for several years,” Jack said. “There’s a projection for 2021 that it will get even darker.” Navy and other dark shades of blue are already in use, he said, but future shades may look almost black in the design. Both Jack and Victor said simplicity is the biggest trend. Fine china, silverware and tea sets that were expected to pass from generation to generation are now ending up in thrift shops. “When I talk to some parents, they don’t know what to do with their old stuff. The kids don’t want it,” Victor said. A single piece that has stood the test of time may be used as the centerpiece of a room, Jack added, calling that look “modern rustic.” “Most of the millennials want a clear, clean space with specific things in there,” Jack said, with an emphasis on sustainability.

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ALLY HAYES first learned to stitch at age 11, when a neighbor offered to teach her. “Innately, I was very attracted to textiles,” she said. “My grandmother was a very prolific quilter.” Her grandmother came from Ireland, and those quilts were used as gifts, especially where they would be needed most, Sally said. Needlepoint and other crafts were something Sally did on and off, when the mood struck her. “It’s always been a love and a passion,” she said. Eventually, it became her career. For the past seven years, Sally has owned and operated Scrim Discovery Needlepoint at 924 Haven Avenue. For years before that, she worked with the store’s founder, Donna Wilson, who started the store in 1977. The store offers hand-painted needlepoint canvases by more than 60 different artists, tools and accessories and a variety of threads. They also offer finishing services. It’s the only store of its kind in the region, she said, so some customers travel considerable distances. The art has a long history. Needlepoint has been used to decorate items for hundreds of years. Recently, Sally has seen a surge in popularity, as many people look for a stress-free project. She described the work as moving meditation. “There’s a serenity to it. I always say ‘when the hands are busy, the mind is quiet,’” she said. “During this time, it’s really risen. It’s an extraordinary thing. It’s such a gift.” 44 OCNJMAGAZINE.COM

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The store was closed because of the pandemic, for a time relying on internet orders. Interviewed while emergency orders remained in effect in New Jersey, Sally had a table set up on the store’s covered front porch where she could meet with customers and deliver threads and canvases with contactless payment. “I’m doing porch pickups and private appointments,” she said. There are also kits and other items displayed in the front window. Inside, an incredible variety of canvases line the walls. Each are painted by hand on a coarse cotton grid – an archaic name for it is a scrim – depicting anything from seashore scenes to wild animals. Look for plenty of sailboats, surfboards and mermaids, but there are also plenty of whimsical characters, Christmas designs, patriotic themes and a sheep that seems blissful about the flower it’s eating. The canvas is mounted on a frame, and the crafter draws the thread through to replicate the design in fiber. There are multiple varieties of thread, including wool, silk, cotton and metallic, and the artist may decide from any number of decorative stitches to render the design. One option for many grandparents has been to create a pattern from a child’s drawing. “It’s wonderful. It creates an heirloom to never be forgotten,” she said. “Most people hold that close.” The child might draw a sandcastle from a beach visit or some of the rides and then that could become a needlepoint work.

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Once the work is completed, Sally and her crew at Scrim Discovery can help present the finished piece. She had examples of framed, completed work, or pieces on jackets, pillows or bags. Needlework can be incorporated into furniture, lamps, belts or almost anything else imaginable. Sally showed off a recently completed wooden box in tiger maple with a needlework piece displaying the tools of the craft set in the top. It’s a big deal to get a needlepoint gift. Sally said a single complicated piece may represent months of work and there is a cost to the materials. But she did not want to scare off anyone considering trying their hand, saying the shop has a number of options to help people get started. “You start the stitch on the diagonal and then the magic happens,” she said. While in the store, talking about both her long-time customers and the artists who create the designs, Sally gets more and more caught up in the moment, praising the work she gets to be part of. Some designs are adapted

from other media, while others are created for the needlepoint canvas. She spoke of one artist who prepares custom work. For instance, Sally recently commissioned a peony, which has proven to be a popular design. Most of her customers are women, she said, but there are a few men who have taken up the craft. Some are retirees, and she makes a point to mention that there are a few firefighters. Some come up with their own designs. Sally grew up in Wildwood, and spent 12 years in Washington, DC working as an administrative assistant for a corporate law firm. “One day I was on the Beltway and I said, ‘It’s not me.’ I couldn’t stand it. It went to eight lanes and it was not me,” she said. She wanted to get back to the ocean, where she said she could breathe better. A friend lived in Ocean City, which she decided was close enough to her family, but not too close. In the early 1990s, she was set to head back to the Jersey shore. But there was a catch. “I had met Lawrence when I was already planning to move,” she said. She already had a place rented, but then here was this guy. “We were dating and he said he loved me and wanted to marry me. I said well, I’m heading to the beach,” Sally said. “He came with me.” They decided to spend some time traveling. They visited Europe. “We ran around the world for a little bit,” she said. Sally thought that if they could travel together, they would be able to live together. Years later, they’re still together. Her husband Lawrence helps in the shop along with his other work. She remains friends with Donna Wilson. “It’s been the most extraordinary seven years of owning it and loving what I do,” Sally said. - text and photos by Bill Barlow

OMING TO Ocean City, the average vacationer rents a considerable number of accessories for their summer stay. Homes, bikes, beach chairs, umbrellas, and linens are some of the first things that come to mind. You can rent a kayak, wave runner, jet ski, and paddleboard too. OC's back bay businesses offer rental charters where they will take you on a kayak, tubing, boating or parasailing excursion for a few hours. For the longest time, though, solo power boat ventures weren't a part of this list. The Jet Drive Exchange on 3rd and Bay is changing the scene by getting power boat rentals into the fun unfolding on the water. The Exchange is a boat and jet ski club in its third year of operation that enables and allows its members to take motorized vessels out on their own. Through lease-like agreements, club members arrive at the dock where a boat of their choice is ready for free range of exploration and playing in the waters surrounding the island. “Down in Florida almost every city has a ‘boat club’ of sorts,” said owner TJ Heist. “They are huge. This club aspect is like you own the boat. Members join, and then have unlimited access to boats and skis throughout the season. You show up, boats are in the water gassed, clean and ready to go. There is no cost or fee every time they want to go out. Members do not have to worry about all of the headaches about docking it or trailering it. It is the perks of ownership without the headache or expense.” The Jet Drive Exchange’s leases operate through yearly memberships, which allow customers looking to take out jet skis, powerboats, or any customized combination they prefer. Each membership contains a one time only activation fee, but after that a member has unlimited access to powered vessels in their package.

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“There are different packages so people can join and pick the equipment they want to use,” said Heist. “It is something for everyone price point-wise and equipment-wise depending on what you are looking for.” Unlike the Florida memberships however, Heist’s boat club operates only on a summer season basis. The first club to the South Jersey area, they have structured their business around this factor, with their prices reflecting the limited season for South Jersey boating. “There are other clubs popping up all over,” said Heist. “The other clubs price it as if you are using it for a year and charge you monthly – which is great when you are using it all year long. But when you are in South Jersey and using it only during the summertime, that is a bit absurd. We price ours a little less expensive knowing that you are only using it for the summer season and not in the winter. Why pay for something you are not going to use in the winter?”

time or having spent a lifetime on the water. “All the members have to be certified with a boating safety certificate to operate a boat in New Jersey,” said Heist. “It is a one to two day course with a little exam at the end. You walk out with the certificate in hand and get mailed the physical card a few weeks later. We also do a checkout training orientation before going out with the equipment for the first time. It is a pretty painless process. We take them through our equipment – how it operates, the ins and outs. You can never have too much experience.” Although the Exchange staff do not follow members on their ventures, they are always available to give advice to any boaters on their docks. “We are constantly available as a resource for members free of charge if they want to know a new channel to explore,” said Heist. A lifelong waterman around Ocean City, Heist operates the Exchange with a Coast Guard Captain’s

Memberships also do not require certain residential requirements like other associations or clubs. Anyone who regularly travels to Ocean City or visits the Jet Drive Exchange enough for it to be worth their time, local and visitor alike, is encouraged by Heist to join. “Anyone can join that wants to,” said Heist. “We have a handful of people that live down here year round and a handful of people that live down here in just the summer. We have people who come day tripping and know that each time they come to Ocean City they will want to use a boat so they join and have access to it. It is a mixed bag of people joining the program.” Membership dues don't just cover lease and maintenance costs. Included in all packages is the education needed to be certified to operate any of the boats on Heist’s docks. The Jet Drive Exchange spends time educating and certifying members before they ever step foot on the dock. Heist ensures that all of Jet Drive Exchange members know what they are doing when they launch onto the bay, whether it be their first

license. He also was on the sailing team at Washington College. He knows his way around the water on pretty much any vessel, but he admits that even he does not know everything. “I have been boating for I do not know how many years and I am still learning.” In addition to becoming a better waterman, Heist hopes that this business can expand as time goes on. Owner of the Totally Tubular Aqua Park just a few doors down and another Jet Drive Exchange in Sea Isle City, Heist sees the bay expanding as a venture area where hopefully more activity will unfold as time goes on. “We are reinvesting in this bayside business district,” said Heist. “We are constantly expanding. This year we added four more boats and two more skis so far. I enjoy doing what I do. It's fun to provide a service people enjoy and want to do year after year.”

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OU MAY SEE a lot of wildlife when you’re down at the shore, depending on the season you visit. Usually, you see a few seagulls or are treated to dolphins swimming past at the beach. Other times, you may see foxes and starfish, or even some ducks crossing the road. If you visit New Jersey during late May through mid-July, you may see turtles. These turtles, known as terrapins because they live in estuaries (a mixture of freshwater and saltwater), cross the road to lay their eggs in the dunes. But why? Why do they migrate out of where they live to put their lives in danger to lay their eggs? They’re kind of cute, but why do people go out of their way to Congratulations to the Ocean help the terrapins? “Finding aClass terrapin is aof good2020! sign; it means your City High School area is healthy,” according to John Wnek, PhD, who founded Project Terrapin, located in Manahawkin, and is a supervisor of science and research at the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science. “Terrapins are an important part of the ecosystem. Think about them as good indicators for the health of the salt marsh,” Wnek added. Sea Island Terrapin Rescue in Sea Isle City is run by Susan and Steve Ahern. According to Susan, terrapins are important to the ecosystem. They are carnivorous; They'll eat small fish, fiddler crabs, and bugs. They also have natural predators, like foxes, skunks, and raccoons. These predators made their way to the barrier islands from the mainland during Hurricane Sandy. It puts the terrapin eggs at a higher risk of not hatching. Their other predator? Cars.

There were 700 mortalities last year in the wetlands patrol from Stone Harbor Boulevard to Corson’s Inlet. There were approximately 40 injured. “I saw so many who had awful cracks in their shells and they go back [to live in the wild]. They’re amazing healers,” Susan said. Wnek agrees that cars are a major threat to terrapins and feels lucky to not have seen a turtle hit so far this season. So you see a turtle. What do you do? Well, it depends. “Safety first,” said Susan. If you're able and willing to stop your car and can safely help the terrapin across, you can do so. If you are out walking and see a turtle crossing the street, and you have the possibility of safely helping them get across, take them in the direction they are going. Terrapins know where they want to go; they just might have some problems getting there. Towns becoming more developed doesn’t help them either. If you see a terrapin laying her eggs, or you see eggs, keep your distance. She needs space to lay her eggs. Those eggs won’t hatch for at least 60 days, according to Wnek. There’s most likely volunteers keeping an eye on the eggs and the hatchlings. Some hatchlings won’t come out of their nests and will brumate there. Terrapins need to lay their eggs above sea level so that they won’t get flooded. These terrapins aren’t meant to be kept as pets; they are wild. When they hatch, they might be the size of a quarter. The mom won’t stay with the eggs; she will lay them and move on. There’s a possibility that female turtles go back to the same spot where they hatched to lay

“Finding a terrapin is a good sign; it means your area is healthy.” - John Wnek

their eggs, but that hasn’t been completely proven. Fundraising plays a big part in funding studies to learn more about the terrapins. Outreach and fundraising has been greatly diminished this year. Wnek has a program that places hatchlings that hatched later or had predated nests and need some extra help, into classrooms ranging from older elementary schools children to high school. This year they had seven or eight hatchlings, but they’ve had as many as 15 to 20. These students will take care of them from October until the end of May. The hatchlings will come with heat lamps and a prescribed diet. Once they are given back, the hatchlings are held for two weeks to be checked out, and then they are released in mid-June. Due to school closings, some of the terrapins were returned early, but others were able to be cared for. Once they come back, their shells will be notched to mark them. They will also be PIT tagged; it’s like a microchip. Both are done because the PIT tag can disintegrate once the turtle is deceased. They have seen turtles that they’ve tagged, notably in Maine where someone had one illegally. They’re working to see if they can get it back to this area.

Project Terrapin relies on tourism for fundraising. Wnek stated, “We have a program that gets people involved, which is really important. People not being able to be involved is a big concern for us. Gathering is a big part of education. If you can’t do that in a certain way, it’s a big issue. When you get tourists down for the summer, that’s when the turtles are active and they’re more willing to support you.” Not all events can be rescheduled. Terrapin season doesn’t shut down because of a pandemic. In light of global warming, the terrapins need all of the support that volunteers can give them. A trend that Ahern is noticing is that the warmer eggs in the nest (those on the top) are female. The colder ones are male. “We just wonder how it’s [global warming] going to affect them, just generally.," she said. "The really interesting thing about terrapins is that we don’t know if they’re boys or girls until they come out of eggs but we know when they’re two years old. Warmer eggs become girls. Cooler eggs on the bottom are boys. If there’s less boys, will that affect the population?”

Not all events can be rescheduled. Terrapin season doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t shut down because of a pandemic. In light of global warming, the terrapins need all of the support that volunteers can give them.

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LEADING EDGE KITE SCHOOL

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908 Asbury

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OCEAN CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

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EADING food labels has become automatic and second nature for those of us trying to avoid chemicals, toxins and pesticides in our food. Our health conscience society stresses using the most natural and basic ingredients in our supplements and our cooking. As consumers, reading labels and understanding ingredients has become the sign of a smart shopper. We want to know what our bodies are consuming and how those nutrients are serving to promote our good health. As we become more educated on the impact of what we put into our bodies and how those things ultimately affect our overall health and wellness, there is one topic that has been largely undiscussed, our skin. The skin is the largest organ of the body, with a total area of about 20 square feet. The skin protects us from microbes and the elements, helps regulate body temperature, and permits the sensations of touch, heat, and cold. The skin is unique in many ways, but no other organ demands so much attention and concern. There is a huge focus on skin health, with fierce competition to have glowing, clearer, healthier, younger and fresher skin. Just as you look at food labels, you should do the same for your beauty products. There are thousands of chemicals in skin care products, many of which are being absorbed into your body. Manufacturers of these products have cart blanche to use any ingredient or raw material without government review or approval. There is no pre-product approval before a product hits the market and enters your home. A very small approval process exists, but only for color additives and ingredients classified as over-the-counter drugs. Many of these synthetic chemicals are skin irritants, skin penetrators, endocrine disrupters and are carcinogenic and these chemicals are found in a wide variety of skin products such as beauty creams, sunscreens, bug repellents and many more. According to Vanessa Cunningham, Nutrition and Wellness Expert for the Huffington Post, the following are the ten most harmful chemicals to avoid in your skin care products: Parabens Parabens are widely used preservatives that prevent the growth of bacteria, mold and yeast in cosmetic products. Parabens possess estrogenmimicking properties that are associated with increased risk of breast cancer. These chemicals are absorbed through the skin and have been identified in biopsy samples from breast tumors. They can be found in makeup, body washes, deodorants, shampoos and facial cleansers. You can also find them in food and pharmaceutical products. Synthetic colors If you look at your product label and notice FD&C or D&C, they represent artificial colors. F .– representing food and D&C representing drug and cosmetics. These letters precede a color and number (e.g., D&C Red 27 or FD&C blue 1). These synthetic colors are derived from petroleum or coal tar sources. Synthetic colors are suspected to be a human carcinogen, a skin irritant and are linked to ADHD in children. Fragrance According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG) Skin Deep Database, fragrance mixes have been associated with allergies, dermatitis, respiratory distress and potential effects on the reproductive system. It can be found in many products such as perfume, cologne, conditioner, shampoo, 58 OCNJMAGAZINE.COM

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body wash and moisturizers. Phthalates A group of chemicals used in hundreds of products to increase the flexibility and softness of plastics. The main phthalates in cosmetics and personal care products are dibutyl phthalate in nail polish, diethyl phthalate in perfumes and lotions, and dimethyl phthalate in hair spray. They are known to be endocrine disruptors and have been linked to increased risk of breast cancer, early breast development in girls, and reproductive birth defects in males and females. Triclosan Tricolsan is a widely used antimicrobial chemical that’s a known endocrine disruptor – especially thyroid and reproductive hormones, and a skin irritant. Studies raise concerns that triclosan contributes to making bacteria antibiotic-resistant. Tricolsan can be found in toothpastes, antibacterial soaps and deodorants. Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) / Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) This surfactant can be found in more than 90 percent of personal care and cleaning products (think foaming products). SLS’s are known to be skin, lung, and eye irritants. A major concern about SLS is its potential to interact and combine with other chemicals to form nitrosamines, a carcinogen. These combinations can lead to a host of other issues like kidney and respiratory damage. They can be found in shampoo, body wash/cleanser, mascara and acne treatment. Formaldehyde Formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (FRP’s) preservatives are used in many cosmetic products to help prevent bacteria growth. This chemical was deemed as a human carcinogen by The International Agency for Research on Carcinogens (IARC) and is known to cause allergic skin reactions and it may also be harmful to the immune system. It can be found in nail polish, body washes, conditioners, shampoos, cleansers, eye shadows, nail polish treatments. Toluene A petrochemical derived from petroleum or coal tar sources. You may see it on labels listed as benzene, toluol, phenylmethane, methylbenzene. Toluene is a potent solvent able to dissolve paint and paint thinner. It can affect your respiratory system, cause nausea and irritate your skin. Toluene has been linked to immune system toxicity. It can be found in nail polish, nail treatments and hair color/bleaching products. Propylene glycol Propylene glycol is a small organic alcohol commonly used as a skin-conditioning agent. It’s classified as a skin irritant and penetrator. It has been associated with causing dermatitis as well as hives in humans – these sensitization effects can be manifested at propylene glycol concentrations as low as two percent. It can be found in moisturizers, sunscreen, makeup products, conditioners, shampoo and hair sprays. Sunscreen chemicals These chemicals function as a sunscreen agent, to absorb ultraviolet light. These chemicals are endocrine disruptors and are believed to be easily absorbed into the body. They may also cause cellular damage and cancer in the body. Common names are benzophenone, PABA, avobenzone, homosalate and ethoxycinnmate. It’s impossible to avoid every single synthetic chemical, but you can do your part in limiting the amount of toxins your body is exposed to. Be sure to: eat clean, avoid chemical-laden processed foods, drink plenty of filtered water and look for products that are certified organic if you want to avoid these toxic chemicals. - Paula Popilock

OC Services Directory PLACES TO STAY Atlantis Inn Luxury B&B European-inspired b&b, beach block location. 601 Atlantic Avenue, 399-9871. Beach Club Hotel Ocean views, pool, sun terrace. 1280 Boardwalk, 399-8555. Beach Club Suites Near Boardwalk, wellappointed, one-bedroom suites. 1217 Ocean Avenue, 399-4500.

Patrick Halliday Berkshire Hathaway 754 Asbury, 957-6787. Pete Madden Goldcoast Sotheby's 513-4781. Daniel Maimone Remax 3301 Bay, 670-9978. Long & Foster 14 E. 9th Street, 3986762.

Ebb Tide Suites One and two bedroom apartments with balconies steps from beach. 1001 Little Atlantic Avenue, 391-9614.

HOME IMPROVEMENT Ocean City Carpet & Tile 1360 Asbury, 398-7923.

The Flanders Hotel Modern, luxurious accommodations on Boardwalk. 719 East 11th Street, 399-1000.

MEDICAL Atlantic Coast Dentistry 450 Shore, Somers Point, 601-9566.

Harris House Motel Clean, comfy and quiet rooms and a heated pool. 1201 Ocean Avenue, 399-7800.

Ocean City Dental Center 6th & West, 399-4542.

The Impala Island Inn Refrigerators, free Wi-Fi and cable. 1001 Ocean Avenue, 399-7500. Osborne’s Inn 50 yards from Boardwalk, free Wi-Fi, ocean view decks, parking and beach tags. 601 East 15th Street, 398-4319. Port-O-Call Hotel Wi-Fi, meeting areas for gala receptions, small board meetings or large conferences. 1510 Boardwalk, 399-8812. Wild Dunes Inn Luxurious suites – spacious and furnished near Boardwalk. 801 10th Street, 399-2910. ASSET MANAGEMENT Reich Asset Management 110 Roosevelt Boulevard, Marmora, 486-5073. INSURANCE AGENCY McMahon Insurance Agency Multiple locations, 399-0060. REALTORS Monihan Realty Multiple locations. 800-2550998. Berger Realty Multiple locations. 888-3990076.

Ocean City Family Practice Center 500 6th Street, 399-1862.

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Articles inside

Services Guide

Spot It Quiz

Jet Pack

Wild Island: Terrapins

Shop Guide

In the Kitchen

Meet the Maker

The Interview

Dining Guide

Let's Get Crafty

It’s History by Fred Miller

Drinks with Aunt Dawn

Sunday Girl Eats

Letter from the Editor