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JACKSON HIGH SCHOOLER LEAVES TOP TEN
March 12, 2016
School District Sets Up Budget Hearings
By Catherine Galioto JACKSON – The school district is readying its annual budget and tax rate, and is inviting the public to hear presentations from departments such as athletics, curriculum and facilities to find out what the spending plan could look like. “Each year at this time of year,
we hold a series of ‘Building a Budget’ presentations during which each department presents its plans for the upcoming year. These public meetings are a great way to get to know what’s ahead and where we are planning on investing your tax dollars,” said Superintendent (Budget - See Page 12)
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–Photo by American Idol/Craig Blankenhorn of Fox Gianna Isabella Petrone, of Jackson Memorial, garnered national attention and swelled local pride with her run on American Idol. By Jennifer Peacock to always stay optimistic and happy because if you are JACKSON – A local singing sensation made it to the sad it won’t change the situation all I have to say is a top 10 of American Idol, seeing a swell of local support ton of more music is coming your way.” and community pride follow her along the journey. Her schedule was jam packed the following day Gianna Isabella Petrone made the top ten, but failed with appearances and interviews across Los Angeto crack the top 8. Jackson’s American Idol Gianna was les. Hours after her Facebook post, she took to social not saved by votes or judges on the March 3 episode. media again, this time with a video, to thank her She and fellow Idol Olivia Rox were sent home, with fans for sending their well wishes, but assuring them the judges keeping Avalon Young in the competition. she’s okay. Despite the loss, Gianna had a message for her sup- “A lot of you have been saying you’re sorry and you’re porters on her Facebook page, posted just hours after sad and stuff. Please don’t be sad. There’s nothing to her exit from the show. be sad about,” she said. “I just wanted to thank you “So happy to say I made top ten! Although I did not for always supporting me.” make top eight, that’s okay! I am not sad at all I’m She said it was “insane” that she even made it into grateful and super ecstatic to have had this chance to the top, especially being only 15 years old. be on such a legendary show so much fun singing in Reports across social media the previous weak pegged front of three amazing judges and singing with Demi her performance as “shaky,” as pointed out by judges Lovato today! What a crazy journey this has been. It Jennifer Lopez and Harry Connick Jr. While she was takes a ton of No’s until you get that one yes and make warned to stay away from comments on social media all of your dreams come to life. I am only going up sites, Gianna said she does read them and has a mesfrom here, no regrets and no looking back. I owe a sage for her haters. huge thank you to American Idol within the amount “Many people have told me to not read comments, of time I’ve been on the show I can really tell how or tweets, etc. because they are not always going to much I have grown,” Gianna wrote. “Vocally, stage be kind. I read them regardless and I know I shouldn’t (American Idol - See Page 4) prescience wise, and so many others ways. I learned
OCEAN COUNTY – Whether you are digging in the sand, poking between t h e g r a s s o r hu nti ng w it h a f lashlight, there’s Easter eggs to find. Here’s a calendar of some local Easter egg hunt events for the coming weeks, so grab your basket and get hunting. Or, if you care to dine alongside t he E a st e r Bunny, check out this list of breakfasts and have some fun. The following are different egg hunts and Easter Bunny breakfasts in the local area: March 13 from 8 to 11:30 a.m. – Tuckerton’s Breakfast with the Easter Bunny: The Tuckerton Free Masons are hosting this event at the Free Mason Lodge, 122 Church St. Tickets are $8 for adults and children 12 and older. The breakfast will include: pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, tea and orange juice. Don’t forget to bring your camera for pictures with the Easter Bunny. March 19 at 9 a.m. – Barnegat
Easter Bunny Breakfast: The Ba r negat Tow nsh ip Recreation is hosting this event at the Recreation Center. The event costs $9 per p e r son , i n fa nt s are free. A registration form can be found on the township’s website Bar negat. net. Send the completed registration for m and a check made payable to Barnegat Township to Barnegat Township, 900 W. Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ 08005. March 19 at 9 a.m. – Breakfast with the Easter Bun ny: The breakfast will be held at Saint Monica Church, 679 West Veterans Highway in Jackson. March 19 at 10 a.m. – Lakewood Egg Hunt: Lakewood Township’s Recreation Department is hosting the annual egg hunt at the John F. Patrick Sports Complex. Open to children ages 3 to 10 years. Rain date is March 20 at 2 p.m. March 19 at 1 p.m. – Berkeley’s Easter Egg Hunt: Mayor Carmen (Events - See Page 4)
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Amato and Berkeley Township Recreation are holding this event at Veterans Park, by the stage. The categories are: Special needs, 3 and under, 4 and 5, 6 and 7 and 8 and up. Bring a bag for the eggs. There are prizes in each category. This event will be rain or shine. March 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. – Howell’s Easter in the Park: This event will be held at Oak Glen Park, located off Preventorium and Old Tavern Road. The rain date is March 20.Egg hunt times are as follows: children 5 and under – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., children 6 to 7 – 2:30 p.m., children 8 to 9 – 3 p.m., children 10 to 12 – 3:30 p.m. More than egg hunts are available. There will also be food, arts and crafts, music, a petting zoo, games and face painting. March 20 at 9 a.m. – Brick PAL Breakfast with the Easter Bunny: The event will be held at 60 Drum Point Road. Tickets cost $8 for adults and $5 for kids ages 2 to 12. Tickets are available at brickpal. ticketleap.com.
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say something but recently I’ve seen a lot of people saying ‘She shouldn’t be in the show,’ ‘Kick her off,’ ‘She can’t sing.’ I would just like to say in a very mature kind manner that I work extremely hard at what I do. I love
March 20 at 10 a.m. – Manchester Egg Hunt: The fun begins at 10 a.m. at Pine Lake, rain or shine. The event is for children ages 2 to 10. Pre-registration is required. Call the Department of Recreation at 732-657-8121, ext. 5101 or 5102. You must be registered by March 14. There is a 250 children maximum. March 20 at 1 p.m. – Pine Beach Egg Hunt: The Pine Beach Egg Hunt will at be Vista Park. The rain date is March 26 at 1 p.m. March 20 at 1 p.m. – Seaside Heights’ Palm Sunday Egg Hunts: The boardwalk and the beach in Seaside Heights will have a 15,000 pastel egg hunt. Children ages 0 to 2 should report to Hancock Avenue. Children ages 3 to 4 should report to Blaine Avenue. Children ages 5 to 6 should report to Sumner Avenue. Children ages 7 to 8 should report to Hamilton Avenue. Children ages 9 to 10 should report to Lincoln Avenue. Special needs should meet at Kearney Avenue. March 20 at 1 p.m. – Jenkinson’s Boardwalk Egg Hunt, Point Pleasant Beach. Rain or shine at 1 p.m. sharp. Meet up
according to age groups: 0-4 years, in front of Jenkinson’s Aquarium; 5-6 and 7-8 years, in front of Frank’s Fun Center; 9-10 years, in front of Jenkinson’s Amusement Park. No shovels or digging utensils. Limit 3 eggs per child. March 20 at 1 and 2 p.m. – Waretown Easter Egg Hunt: The Township of Ocean Recreation will hold its Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Waretown Lake. Children ages 6 and younger are asked to meet at the lake by 12:45 p.m. The hunt begins at 1 p.m. Children ages 7 to 12 are asked to arrive a 2 p.m. The hunt begins at 2:15 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided to all children, free of charge. March 20 at 3 p.m. – Easter Cantata: “The Power of the Cross” will be presented by the choirs of the Forked River Presbyterian Church, 131 North Main St. The combined Hand Bells and Chancel Choir along with the Teen Bells, Brass Ensemble and Piano and Organ duets will present the Cantata. A reception will follow in Fellowship Hall. Admission is free. A good will offering will be taken. March 26 at 10 a.m. – Where Angels
Play Foundation’s Easter Egg Hunt: Where Angels Play Foundation and Long Beach Township PBA paired together to hold this egg hunt at Lauren Rousseau’s Playground, 6800 Long Beach Boulevard. Bring your own basket. Free entry. March 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – The Historic Village at Allaire’s annual Easter Egg Hunt features more than 10,000 eggs. Hunts divided into age groups: 0-2, with an assisting adult; 3-4; 5-7; 8-10; 11-12; and special needs, with an assisting adult. A hunt takes place every 15 minutes and hunts are continuous throughout the day from noon to 4 p.m. Pre-registration is highly recommended; all members of your party must have tickets, not only the children participating in the hunt. Tickets are $6; children under 3 years old are free. Tickets are available over the phone at 732-919-3500 or at allairevillage.org. Registration and pre-registration check in takes place in the Visitor Center beginning at 11 a.m. Egg hunt times are assigned upon arrival. Event includes bonnet parade, Easter bunny visits, living history demonstrations and more.
singing and I am human, I will not always have amazing performances but that just shows you I am human,” she wrote. The dream is very much alive, she said. “I am beyond blessed to even be at top ten in this competition but I intend on pushing myself harder and harder each week to make it farther. Your negative comments will make
me work harder and the positive one make me love what I do. To those who say I don’t belong in this competition I will prove to you I do belong in this competition and I love what I do. I will show you how much this dream means to me and how badly I want to make it reality,” she said. Gianna, a student at Jackson Memorial High
School, made it clear at her farewell pep rally in February that she plans to stay in L.A. to pursue a music career. This is Idol’s final season. The top 8 contestants the remain are Young, Dalton Rapattoni, La’Porsha Renae, Lee Jean, MacKenzie Bourg, Sonika Vaid, Trent Harmon and Tristan McIntosh.
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CHEF’S NIGHT OUT TEMPTS PALATES
–Photos and story by Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – The Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s major fundraiser, Chef’s Night Out, packed the Pine Belt Arena at Toms River High School North with stations to sample the wide array of high-end and family restaurants, bakeries, caterers, specialty food stores, breweries, alcohol distributors and more. Attendees feasted on small portions of crab ravioli, ahi tuna bites, custom cupcakes, beef wellington and other signature offerings from the dozens of participating businesses, in a lively event that also was an annual competition to crown the people’s choice. Placing first was Chef Mike’s ABG from Seaside Park, top right. For more photos from the event, visit micromediapubs.com.
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Featured Letter Let’s Do Our Jobs Filling a vacancy on the Supreme Cou r t is the Constitutional duty of both the President – to put forth a nominee – and the Un ited St ates Senate – to consider, and accept or reject that nominee. The American people understand that our obligation in this process is to advise and consent, not neglect and obst r uct. And if Republicans employ such shameful
polit ical t act ics as they have threatened, they will make a mockery of this duty, creating undo harm to our country and our courts. That is not leadership – it is partisanship – and the America n people u nderstand that too. The way forward is simple. Let’s do our jobs. U.S. Senator Bob Menendez New Jersey
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My wife and I just visited the WWII Veterans Memorial Park in Whiting and I must say that who ever designed this memorial did an outstanding job in honoring those that served in WWII. I don’t how visitors noticed, but we did, there isn’t any memorial honoring the women who served in WWII. Over the years I have met a number of women who have served, and like the men, they had buddies that were killed and injured. Women played important roles during WWII, both at home and in uniform. Women worked in defense plants and volunteered for war related organizations. Nearly 350,000 women served in uniform. General Eisenhower felt he could not win the war without the aid of the women in uniform. Women served and died, some were captured and were POWs. More than 1,600 nurses were decorated for bravery. In the Pacific Theater, 565 WACs won combat decorations. We need to recognize the contribution that women played in WWII victory. We need a memorial at the park honoring all those women that served in WWII. Jerry Dolan Whiting
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Sometimes trying to reason with a liberal is like talking to a deer staring into
headlights. They just don’t comprehend danger. But, let’s try. The economic crisis was not caused by greedy billionaires or Wall Street. It began with the government program in the Carter Administration and was super-charged in the Clinton Administration. President Carter admirably promoted the HUD program building homes for those who could not afford them. What he failed to realize was that many of the recipients of those homes would not be able to afford the homes’ maintenance and upkeep. Much of the tax money ended up being wasted as many homes fell into disrepair. Continuing with promoting the “American Dream” of home ownership, President Clinton, in 1999, repealed a 1933 law that kept risky loans from being coupled with those considered sound. He then pressured banks to relax their lending requirements so that those who had been considered unqualified could be approved for loans on homes the banks knew they could not afford to pay back. Clinton threatened the banks to make the loans or suffer government retaliation in the form of penalties. The banks complied. In order to save themselves from sure destruction, the banks coupled loans they previously would not have approved with those that were more secure, and sold these as investment packages all over the world. Eventually,
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as the banks predicted, the bad loans went unpaid causing a worldwide crisis. President Bush foresaw the problem and tried to modify the gover nment program several times, but was stymied by a Democrat Congress. So, when you hear that mind-numbing phrase “It’s Bush’s fault,” know that it is not; just as it is not the fault of greedy billionaires or Wall Street. The crisis was caused by short-sighted politicians that ignored the advice of professionals and thought themselves to be economic or military geniuses. Vote wisely. Joseph Semiraro Bayville
Thanks, Obama The letter “What Is The President’s Legacy?” printed February 20, 2016 could not have been more wrong. The letter faults President Barack Obama with the divisiveness in Washington. It was Senator Mitch McConnell who stated at the beginning of President Barack Obama’s term that he was going to make him a one term president. The current Republican Party is well documented with removing any member who is willing to compromise on legislation. The presumed successor to John Boehner, Eric Cantor, was probably the biggest example of that viewpoint. President Barack Obama came into office when the country was in chaos. The country was in the Great Recession, involved in two wars, millions of Americans had no healthcare and others were denied healthcare due to preexisting conditions. The debt was at ten trillion dollars from a surplus eight years prior, and it was on a projection to continue into the future. Medicare was projected to be running a deficit by 2016. If President Barack Obama violated the Constitution as the writer states, all anyone has to do is sue to the Su-
preme Court if necessary. This is just idle talk with no basis in fact. Our economy is so much stronger than most countries in the world, if not all, since President Barack Obama took office, and it is reflected in the strength of the U.S. Dollar against other currencies today. President Barack Obama has t u r ned these problems around and has made “America Great Again.” Janet Buonagura Brick
Origin Of Morals This is in response to the February 13 letter regarding the origin of moral values. The writer alleges that morality is based upon human experience, and not from a belief in God and the Bible. However, he is correct that moral values “blossomed in the human heart…before the advent of Christ.” But the question arises, where did they originally “blossom” from? Why do we value the virtues of morality? Because they are part of God’s character. If someone doesn’t believe in God, why do they believe i n hu ma n rights? If you just feel that there should be human rights, then where do these non-physical feelings come from? Even evolutionists are at a loss to explain where the conscience and moral values came from. You can deny God all you want, but your conscience is always bearing witness, and there is no escape from what is real—the God who is real. Denial offers only a brief postponement of the inevitable. With our God-given morality, we judge (and punish) those who do not abide by the virtues of our Creator, as God will do as well to those who rebel against His rules. Opinions and belief don’t change reality, or make people “less moral”—they just make them accountable. Charles Henke Brick
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SPOTLIGHT ON GOVERNMENT Correspondence & Commentary From Your Local, County, State & Federal Officials
OCEAN COUNTY – Popular recycling programs, such as the Ocean County Household Hazardous Waste Collection program and the Master Composter program, will continue in 2016 with the help of funding from a state recycling grant. Ocean County anticipates receiving $580,446 from the 2015 Recycling Enhancement Act Tax Fund – County Entitlement program. The county annually submits a spending plan
Recycling Activities Get Boost From Grant
to the state on how it will disperse the funds. This program provides funding for solid waste management and recycling activities from a $3 per ton tax levied on disposal facilities, said to Freeholder Gerry P. Little, who serves as liaison to the county’s Solid Waste Management Department. “With this funding we can continue recycling programs that provide numerous environmental benefits and assist our citizens,”
Little said. “This grant program returns money to the county and also its municipalities.” Municipalities participate in the program with 60 percent of the funds returned to the towns under the state’s tonnage grant rebate program. The amount received is based on the amount recycled. Little said that Ocean County plans to use about $100,000 to continue the county’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection
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prog ram, which allows citizens to rid their homes of a host of hazardous items which are then properly disposed of under the program. “Recent changes to the household hazardous waste program, which provides for collections to be spread throughout most of the year, has made the program more accessible and convenient,” Little said. “This is a program we want to see continued. Giving homeowners the ability to
properly dispose of substances like boat cleaners, paint thinners and a host of items makes for a cleaner environment and a safer home.” In addition, Ocean County intends to use the money to support the Ocean County Health Department recycling compliance program and the Ocean County Master Composter program. “Our master composters help educate and provide information on the importance of recycling,” Little
said. “Our residents who go through the program give back to the communities and that is a key component of the program.” Little said the county will also use some of the money to help partially fund the purchase of a roll-off truck and a wheel loader. The equipment is used to move materials and for the county’s composting program. “All of this helps with the county’s recycling efforts,” Little said.
Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer 12th Legislative District
Dancer Bill Protects Health Insurance Holders & Hospitals
N EW J ERSEY – Assembly Republican Ron Dancer sponsors legislation to prevent patients and hospitals from being blind-sided by their health insurance plans. “This OMNIA situation has people f r ig htened. T hey don’t u nderst a nd how decisions were made, why they were made or if it af fect s t hei r ca re and pocketbooks,” said Dancer, R – Ocean, Burlington, Middlesex and
NEW JERSEY – Legislat ion i nt ro duce d by Assembly Republican Ron Dancer protects the safety and privacy of members of the U.S. militar y or the New Jersey National Guard. The bill (A-2918) prohibits a person from knowingly publishing a military service member’s home address or unlisted phone number online with the intent of exposing the service member to risk of harm to life or property. “Terrorists around the
Mon mout h. “Hospit als and doctors are concerned that changes make it more difficult to survive in a market that has been disr upted and complicated by ObamaCare. Clearly, the process that gave us OM NI A is f lawed. My legislation (A-1693) will prevent something like this from happening again.” OMNIA separates hospitals in the state into two tiers, offering customers a lower-cost option for
care at “Tier 2” hospitals. Horizon says the decision process used general criteria, including cost and quality of care. Facilities assig ned to the second tier complain that Horizon has not shared the criteria or scoring used to assign tiers. “The health of patients and level of care should be the top priority, and there should not be any future classification system that stigmatizes our health pro-
viders and consumers by classifying any hospital as second rate,” said Dancer. According to Dancer, “ Unde r my leg islat ion the insurance companies would be required to have prior consultation with ho s pit a l s a nd me d ic a l professionals before attempting to unilaterally implement any new classification system in the future. The process that gave us OMNIA was done in a vacuum and should
never happen again.” Dancer’s bill directs the Commissioner of Banking and Insurance to review, prior to approving, any proposed tiered-like system in the future with advice from the New Jersey Hospital Association, the New Jersey Medical Society and members of the public who have expertise in providing health care services. “We’re going to pull the process out of the shadows.
Bill Defends Military Personnel From Internet Terrorists
g lob e a re pre o ccupie d with harming our country and the dedicated men and women who defend it,” said Dancer, R – Ocean, Bu rli ng ton, Midd lesex and Monmouth. “When personal information is exposed on the Internet, ou r milit ar y person nel and their families become vulnerable. Not only will this bill protect privacy, it will protect lives.” Dancer explained that recently, ISIS militants called on suppor ters to
search online resources for the addresses of Americ a n s e r v ic e m e mb e r s and their families, and to “show up” at their homes. T he U.S. A r my T h reat Integration Center issued an intelligence bulletin warning military personnel about the threat and urging them to be extra vigilant. “We should do everything we can to assure the safety of our troops, especially in their own h o m e s ,” D a n c e r s a i d .
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“This is a necessary precaution at a time when ou r enem ies a re u si ng technology as a weapon against our country.”
The legislation is modeled after a similar measure - recently signed into law in New Jersey - protecting law enforcement.
Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer
No more surprises,” said Dancer. “These decisions affect lives and pocketbooks. They should not be made unilaterally and secretively. Panels of experts will ensure that the interests of policy holders and service providers are being addressed.”
Under Dancer’s bill, an offender can face from 18 months to five years in prison and a fine up to $15,000.
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–Photo courtesy Saint Aloysius School Students work together to create innovative apps that deal with local issues. JACKSON – Sixth and seventh grade students at Saint Aloysius School recently took part in the Verizon App Challenge. This is a nationwide contest for middle and high schoolaged students that challenge them to develop concepts for mobile apps that solve a problem in their community. It is a unique, hands-on learning program that teaches collaboration, critical thinking, problem solving and entrepreneurship. Its aim is to equip students with skills needed to succeed in the jobs of the future, delivering to students the promise of a brighter future. Sixth and seventh grade students learned how to design, research, document and present an original app to address a problem or need that has affected their team personally, or that their team is in a unique position to solve. The students broke up into several groups and each group developed its’ own particular app, however, they fell into similar ‘app’ categories: “To Help Handle Stress and Anxiety in School,” “World Language Translator,” “To Address Bullying, To Address Depression
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and Suicide” and “To Assist You In case of Fire or Burglary.” Throughout the process, the students also increased their skills in the areas of teamwork and collaboration by working in teams of five to seven members; critical thinking and creative problem solving and entrepreneurial skills. As a result of looking at the needs of the community, the students also built upon their existing character including empathy and grit. One student, Daniel F. commented, “It helped me become a better person by thinking about, and working with my team to develop an application to help the kids who were bullied and less fortunate.” While the students were not successful in winning the challenge, it was a creative educational event to be involved in and they intend to enter again in the future. For more information on Saint Aloysius School, visit us on Facebook at Saint Aloysius School, at the website staloysiusschool.com or call the school office at 732-370-1515 ext. 312.
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NEW EGYPT – The New Egypt Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary will be holding its annual chicken salad/bake sale and vendor show on April 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Preorders for chicken salad must be placed by March 23. Pints are $6.50 and quarts are $13. Call Sarah Jo at 609-758-3260 or Debbie at 609-738-2241 for preorders. Call Kim at 609-947-9883 for vendor show information.
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Celebrate NJ Makers Day At Jackson Library JACKSON – The Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library will be hosting several activities between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on March 19, NJ Makers Day. The maker movement in the United States isn’t just a hobby; it’s having a significant impact on school curriculum development and growing local economies. “We are pleased to be able to bring maker programming to Jackson Township,” said Carolyn Aversano, Teen Services librarian. “The Ocean County Library in committed to finding ways to help people of all ages learn new skills, develop hobbies and collaborate on hands-on projects.” Community members of all ages are invited to join in for an exciting day filled with activities focusing on maker culture. NJ Makers Day has been developed as a statewide event that celebrates and promotes maker culture, as well as the values associated with making, tinkering and STEAM-based learning. In 2015, the
inaugural NJ Makers Day drew over 13,000 individual attendees to 130 participating sites across all 21 counties in the state. The Jackson branch Library was a participating site in 2015, and because of the positive community response received, is committed to serving as a DIY center. Several activities will be drop-in, no registration required, and available throughout the afternoon. The activities will include Minecraft-themed paper sculpture, paper circuits and two community-generated art and building projects. Activities that require registration are posted to the Ocean County Library’s Calendar of Events; the library will also be taking in-person registration on NJ Makers Day beginning one hour before the start of each activity. To register for NJ Makers Day activities or for more information, visit theoceancountylibrary.org. To learn more about NJ Makers Day, visit njmakersday.org.
Learn About Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking Prevention
JACKSON – On March 22, Prevent Child Abuse NJ will present Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking and Prevention in New Jersey at the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library. Sign-in begins at 6:15 p.m. on March 22, and the program will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. Free Professional Development hours are offered and beverages will be available. Registration is required and is currently open. Human trafficking is a serious problem in New Jersey. This engaging presentation provides an overview of human trafficking with an emphasis on the commercial sexual exploitation of children. It will provide information about the scope of commercial
sexual exploitation in New Jersey, risk factors for exploitation, indicators for identifying victims, state and national resources and prevention strategies. This program is funded through a community collaboration of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Ocean County Youth Service Commission, the Ocean County Health Department, the Ocean County Superior Court Juvenile Probation Division, the Ocean County Library, the Municipal Alliance Project and the New Jersey Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse. To register for Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking and Prevention or for more information, visit theoceancountylibrary.org.
Second Wind Farm’s Llama Adventures
NEW EGYPT – Second Wind Farm NE, LLC is pleased to announce the launch of its ecotourism program, Second Wind Llama Adventures and an Open Barn event for the media. Second Wind is a three and a half acre farm in New Egypt. It’s just a short walk to the Colliers Mill Wildlife Management Area (WMA). The Second Wind Farm offers unique experiences where you can meet and walk a llama. From a Meet the Llamas haltered walk inside the pasture to a two and a half hour hike along the Cranberry Bog Trail, every adventure is a special occasion. The walks and farm visits
are suited to all ages, from children to seniors and those with special needs. Customized and educational visits are also offered. “We invite you to spend some time with us to enjoy nature, relax and have fun with a llama companion,” said Bev Vienckowski, owner, Second Wind Farm. “Each llama is introduced by name, age and personality. I brief our visitors on llama psychology and farm safety. It’s a very special time when you choose your llama partner or they choose you.” For more information, visit secondwindllamas. com and like them on Facebook - Second Wind Farm NE, LLC.
Recreational Walking Club Extends Invitation
OCEAN COUNTY – The Crestwood Recreational Walking Club invites the public to walk and talk with friends and neighbors. There are no fees. Leave from Crestwood Village VI Club House at 10 a.m. every Monday and walk
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OCEAN COUNTY – New Jersey Theatre Alliance’s “Stages Festival” will celebrate its 19th year of bringing professional, Broadway-quality programs to Ocean County Library and presents them to the public, free of charge. The program was created in 1981 to encourage New Jersey residents to attend their local professional theaters by making the experience affordable, accessible and fun. Since its inception the program has served over 190,000 people of all ages. The Alliance will present several programs by four New Jersey theater companies at 14 Ocean County Library branches during March. They can also enjoy “Alice in Wonderland,” presented by the Pushcart Players, one of the world’s best-known children’s stories. Adapted from Lewis Carroll’s classic books and filled with madcap characters and pure nonsense, this intriguing tale about a curious and proactive young girl has enchanted readers for many generations. This will be performed at: Brick, 301 Chambers Bridge Rd., 732-477-4513, at 6:30 p.m. on March 21; Stafford, 129 N. Main St., at 2 p.m. on March 26 and Pt. Pleasant Beach, 271 McLean Ave., at 3 p.m. on March 30. The Pushcart Players will present the popular story, “Peter and the Wolf” at Lacey, 10. E. Lacey Rd., Forked River, 609-693-8566, at 11 a.m. on March 19. The Centenary Stage Company will present “Miss Nelson is Missing,” for children in grades K through fourth. This story is about a teacher, who can’t control her class because she is too nice, disappearing and Viola
Swamp steps in as her substitute. With the big test looming, the kids suddenly realize how much they miss Miss Nelson and they’ll do anything to get her back. The play will be presented at: Little Egg Harbor, 290 Mathistown Rd., 609-2941197, at 6 p.m. on March 15 and Barnegat, 112 Burr St., 609-698-3331, at 2 p.m. on March 29. Families will enjoy “Victorian Magic,” presented by East Lynn Theater Company. Actor Robert Aberdeen will delight audiences of all ages with his magical sleight-of-hand. Be careful, this family performance includes audience participation. The performance will be held 7 p.m. on March 21 at the Beachwood branch, 126 Beachwood Blvd., 732-244-4573. Families will also enjoy the East Lynn Theater Company presentation of the “Holmes and Carter Radio Style Mysteries.” In the days before television, families used to huddle around the radio to listen to comedies and dramas. ELTC recreates “Sherlock Holmes Adventures of the Red Headed League” and “Nick Carter and the Voice of Crime” in the style of a 1930s radio broadcast, complete with sound effects and commercials. This will play at 6:30 p.m. on March 21 at the Long Beach Island branch, 217. S. Central Ave., Surf City, 609-494-2480. The programs are made possible in part from grants from The New Jersey State Council on the Arts, Bank of America and The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey. All of the programs are free and open to the public, but registration is required.
Irish Heritage Commemoration At OCC
TOMS RIVER – From now to April 25, Ocean County College is hosting an “Irish Heritage Commemoration” to acknowledge the 100th Anniversary of the Easter Rising that ultimately led to the Irish War of Independence and the Irish Free State. The Global Education Committee has organized more than 50 lectures, performances, readings and film screenings celebrating various aspects of Irish and Irish-American culture. Events include the OCC Repertory Theatre Company’s performance of “Dancing at Lughnasa” and the one-man show, “I Am Ireland;” Gael-
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Steven Genco in his recent district message. The sessions began February 9 with the proposed budgets for curriculum and instruction, guidance, technology and special education. The March 8 session featured presentations on facilities, capital improvements, transportation, co-curricular programs and athletics.
Next is the introduction of the actual budget, at the school board business meeting at 6:30 p.m. March 15 at the Jackson Memorial High School Fine Arts Center. Then, the next school board committee meeting is 5:30 p.m. April 19 at the School District Administration Building. The public hearing on the budget is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. April 26 at the JMHS. To view the presentations as they are posted, visit the school district website at jacksonsd.org.
Is Your Yard Jersey Friendly?
OCEAN COUNTY – Did you know that excess fertilizers are polluting our rivers, lakes and bays? The chemicals in fertilizers wash into New Jersey’s waterways from hundreds of thousands of lawns in the state. To have clean drinking water and healthy waterways for fishing and swimming in New Jersey, citizens of New Jersey need to find ways to keep those chemicals from getting into our waterways, including the Barnegat Bay. Learn how you can help at the new site
Jersey-Friendly Yards at jerseyyards.org. Jersey-Friendly Yards was developed by the Barnegat Bay Partnership and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to help educate New Jersey residents about low-impact landscaping techniques. The new site highlights ways that you can minimize fertilizer use at your home, and shows native plants that you can add to your landscaping that require little irrigation, are pest resistant and attract pollinators like butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects.
Sinatra And The American Songbook
JACKSON – Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Frank Sinatra’s birth with a lecture and music at the Jackson Library on March 22 at 2 p.m. John Ench will take us through the American Songbook as sung by the “Chairman of the Board.” In this multi-media program, Ench covers “Ol’ Blue Eyes’” vocal artistry spanning all the great songwriters of The Golden Era, including Gershwin, Kern, Berlin, Porter
and Ellington. Ench’s anecdotal differentiation of Sinatra as the “Song Interpreter” will also highlight the spectrum of the many diverse vocal stylists from the “Golden Age of American Song.” This program is free and open to the public and is being sponsored by the Jackson Friends of the Library. Call 732-928-4400 to register or visit the Ocean County Library’s website to register online at theoceancountylibrary.org.
Libraries Seeking Prom Dress Donations
OCEAN COUNTY – All branches of the Ocean County Library will collect gently used prom dresses, beginning March 1 for its seventh annual Prom Dress Giveaways. Dresses can be both long and short styles for modern teens and should only include formal prom dresses. The library cannot accept bridesmaid’s dresses or cocktail dresses. To donate prom dresses, deliver them to any one of the 21 locations in Ocean County. Donations will be accepted until
April 22. The annual event provides dresses to middle school and high school aged students at no charge so they can attend their school’s dances. Last year more than 700 prom dresses were distributed. A schedule for pickup of prom dresses will be announced soon. The locations will include Little Egg Harbor, Lakewood, Barnegat and Toms River. Infor mation about the Prom Dress Giveaway can be found online at theoceancountylibrary.org.
Election Materials Available OCEAN COU NTY – The County Clerk’s Election Office now has available updated and revised materials for the 2016 election cycle. 2016 Election Dates, a booklet containing information and reminders on criticial deadlines occurring thoroughout the year, is available upon request as is a comprehensive listing of all municipal elected officials throughout the 33 municipalities of Ocean County.
Candidate Petition Packages for individuals seeking county or municipal office are available at the election office located in room 107 at the court house on 118 Washington St. in Toms River. Individuals seeking additional election information or questions regarding the 2016 elections can contact the County Clerk’s Election Office at 732-929-2153 or visit the website oceancountyclerk.com.
Holy Week At Debows UMC JACKSON – DeBows UMC, located at the intersection of 537 and 571, will observe Holy Week with the following services: Palm Sunday, March 20 at 11 a.m.; Maundy Thurs-
day, March 24 at 7 p.m.; Good Friday, March 25 at 7 p.m. and Easter, March 27 at 11 a.m. For more information, call 732-928-4475 or visit debowsumc.org.
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Ocean County Library Seeks Student Film Submissions
OCEAN COUNTY – Roll out the red carpet and break out the popcorn, the 10th annual Ocean County Library Student Film Festival is approaching and submissions are needed. The Ocean County Library is looking for the next Stephen Spielberg and Quentin Tarantino. Entries by high school filmmakers are now being accepted for a chance to see their film viewed on the big screen on April 23. The submission deadline is March 25. There is no entry fee. Submissions are being accepted in the following categories: Animation: an illustrated or computer-animated film featuring a story or a plot. The visual technique provides the illusion of motion by displaying a collection of images in sequence. Limit three minutes. Commercial: an advertisement for a company, local business or product. The object is to create an interest in the promotion of the advertisement and should be targeted to the public. Limit 90 seconds. Documentary: primarily for the purpose of education, instruction or historical record, documentaries cover a broad category of subjects intended to highlight some aspect of reality surrounding an issue, topic or person of importance. The film should add value and promote discussion by bringing in new information, identifying unrecognized problems, providing or suggesting new solutions or offering a unique perspective. Limit five minutes. Experimental: the film should be characterized by abstract or avant-garde techniques, a poetic approach to a film’s construction or the absence of a linear narrative. Limit five minutes. Music Video: a f ilm integrating a song and imagery created for artistic purposes. The film should represent the artist’s original work and emphasize the relationship between audio and video. Limit five minutes. News Coverage: a segment that brings attention to an important issue ranging from local to global. Limit three minutes. OCL Promo - 10 Things I Love About My Library: create a piece that features “Ten things you love about your library.” The theme is based on the 10 year anniversary of the Ocean County Library Student Film Fest. Limit two minutes. (PSA) Public Service Announcement: create a message, with the objective of raising awareness or changing public attitudes and behavior towards a social issue. Limit two minutes. School Coverage: an informational segment about something happening at your school, such as academics, a sporting event, a play, etc. Limit three minutes. Short Film: it should be an original film that emphasizes a story. It should include character development, conf lict and resolution with creative storylines that strive to keep the viewer engaged for the full length of the film. Subcategories include, but are not limited to, action, adventure, comedy, drama and horror.
Limit five minutes. Silent Film: a film that contains no synchronized soundtrack and no spoken dialogue. It should emphasize a story. It should include character development, conf lict and resolution with creative storylines that strive to keep the viewer engaged for the full length of the film. Subcategories include but are not limited
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Study Abroad In Morocco This Summer
TOMS RIVER – Learn Arabic, visit Nor th Af r ica / Middle East and ear n seven college credits. This sum mer Ocean County College, with support from a U.S. Department of Education Undergraduate Inter national Studies and Foreign Language Program grant, will offer Study Abroad in Morocco from July 12 to August 2. This program
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LAKEWOOD – The BlueClaws and West Virginia Power are teaming up to welcome Superman and Batman to FirstEnergy Park on May 15. The two teams will each wear special jerseys – the BlueClaws will wear Superman jerseys and the Power will wear Batman jerseys – during their game that day while the characters will be at the game for an appearance. The day’s festivities are presented by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. This game marks the first time the BlueClaws have partnered with the visiting team for dueling–theme jerseys in a game at FirstEnergy Park. The two characters, Superman and Batman, will be available on the concourse for pictures with fans beginning at 1:05 p.m., just after the game’s first pitch. In addition, the BlueClaws will have 1,000 superhero capes for fans ages 18 and under. There will be 500 Batman-style capes and 500 Superman-style capes. Fans can “vote” by picking their favorite cape as they enter the ballpark. Beginning at 11:30 a.m. that morning, Batman and Superman will be upstairs for a VIP meet-and-greet with BlueClaws fans. The special VIP event will take place in the BlueClaws Executive Conference Center and include: ticket to the game, picture (which will be printed for you) with both characters (one photo per child), guaranteed cape giveaway (choice of Superman or Batman cape), high-five tunnel on the field with characters before the game, activities and light refreshments in the pre-game meetand-greet and early entrance to the ballpark. Space is extremely limited. Tickets for the VIP Meet-and-Greet must be reserved in advance by visiting blueclaws.com. The tickets are $20 per person. The teams will renew their rivalry - wearing the Superman and Batman jerseys - later in the season in West Virginia. The BlueClaws are the Jersey Shore’s top stop for affordable, family entertainment. They have led the South Atlantic League and New Jersey in attendance in all 15 years of existence. Ticket packages and group outings are currently on sale by calling 732-901-7000 option 3 or online at BlueClaws.com.
Reel Fun Fishing 4-H Club Accepting New Members
OCEAN COUNTY – The Reel Fun Fishing 4-H Club welcomes anyone who loves the outdoors, animals, boats, fishing and spending time with new friends. To join, contact the club today at 732-492-4009 or BEAR@boatingeducationandrescue.org.
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Items Wanted $$$ WANTED TO BUY $$$ Jewelry and watches, costume jewelry, sterling silver, silverplate, medals, military items, antiques, musical instruments, pottery, fine art, photographs, paintings, statues, old coins, vintage toys and dolls, rugs, old pens and postcards, clocks, furniture, brica-brac, select china and crystal patterns. Cash paid. Over 35 years experience. Call Gary Struncius. 732-364-7580. (t/n) Used Guns Wanted - All types: collectibles, military, etc. Call 917-681-6809. (t/n) Costume/Estate Jewelry - Looking to buy costume/estate jewelry. Same day house calls. Religious items too. Immediate cash. 5 percent more cash with this ad. Call Peggy at 732-581-5225. (t/n) CASH, CASH, CASH! - Instant cash paid for junk cars, trucks, vans. Free removal of any metal items. Discount towing. Call Dano 732-239-3949. (t/n) Guns Wanted - Old or new pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammunition. Licensed collectors, state legal transfers. Cash paid. Call Jeff. 609-713-0637. (t/n) Entire Estates Bought - Bedroom/dining sets, dressers, cedar chests, wardrobes, secretaries, pre-1950 wooden furniture, older glassware, oriental rugs, paintings, bronzes, silver, bric-a-brac. Call Jason at 609-970-4806. (t/n) Buying - Jewelry collections and jewelry boxes; costume/estate/antique. Rhinestones, pins, bracelets, all types (watches too). Cash Paid Today! Call “THE JEWELRY GAL.” Brick Area. 732-513-2139. (12)
Help Wanted Do You Like To Talk On The Phone? - We have immediate openings in our Brick office. Call for interview 732-637-9982. (14) P/T Driving Instructor Wanted – 10 years driving experience. Clean license, will train. Call 732920-8830 for info. (14) Experienced Landscaper – With experience driving a truck with small trailer for small, busy landscape company in Brick. Good pay. 732-678-7584. (15) Certified Home Health Aides Needed for Ocean County area. Hourly and live-in positions avail. P/T and F/T. Call CCC at 732-206-1047. (t/n)
Help Wanted Driver Per Diem - Bartley Healthcare an LTC in Ocean County seeks a driver who possesses a CDL License with clean MVR. Must be available on Sundays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and fill in during week as needed. Fax resume to 732-370-8589, email: dgural@bartleyhealthcare.com or apply in person: 175 Bartley Rd., Jackson. Equal Opportunity Employer. (15) Teacher Assistant Pre-school – PT. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-2100. (13) Part Time CNA - The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced CNA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Skilled Nursing Unit, Hamilton Place. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further then The Pines. Our senior leadership values an open door policy from The CEO down and is visible each and every day to all the staff!. Part time 11 to 7 four days a week and per diem. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) Looking For A Diesel Mechanic – To help fix front end loader. Ask for Ron 732-766-6546. (13) Teacher Ass’t – PT. 7 to 9 a.m. Brick Child Care Center. Call 732 458-210. (13) Now Hiring Property Inspectors- FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. jim.g59@ comcast.net or msangelabove@ comcast.net. 732-766-4425, 201259-0734. Ask for Mel. (t/n) Part Time/Home Health Aide/CNA – The Pines at Whiting is looking for experienced home health aides or CNA’s to provide excellence in care to our residents on our Assisted Living Unit, Georgetown Place. If you are looking for an environment that rewards excellence, provides a fun work environment you should look no further then The Pines. Our senior leadership values an open door policy from The CEO down and is visible each and every day to all the staff. PT 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., e/o w/e and 1 day, PT 3 to 11 p.m., PT 3 to 11 p.m. e/o w/e, PT 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. e/o w/e. Competitive rates. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14) P/T Bus Driver and P/T Back-up Substitute Driver - Are needed for Whiting Station Retirement Community. Most trips are local. Must have clean CDL with a passenger endorsement. Please call 732-350-3556 before 1 p.m. Monday through Friday. (14) Part Time Food Service – We have an immediate need for part time waitstaff/servers, dietary aides and dishawahers. We are a well established retirement/healthcare community located in Whiting. We offer competitive pay and 401K once you have worked 1 year and 1000 hours. Under the direction of great food service leadership team, you will be working in an environment where you get the support and training needed to grow in your culinary career. The Pines offers an open door policy and senior leadership is always available and visible to our employees every day. Rate of pay starts at $8.50/ hour. Apply in person to: The Pines at Whiting, 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ 08759 or email resume to rscully@thepinesatwhiting.org. (14)
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Services PQ Painting & Home Improvement Services - Celebrating almost five decades of service. Visit us online at pqpaintingservice. com. See all our anniversary and monthly specials. Winner of Angie’s List Super Service Award. Free estimates, reasonable rates, fully licensed and insured NJ Lic #13VH06752800. Call 732500-3063 or 609-356-2444. (t/n) Piano Lessons - At reasonable rates in your home. Experienced teacher of 38 years. M.S.M. Grad. Call Ms. Christine 732-713-2669. (13) House Painting - Interior. Over 30 years in business. Licensed and insured. Lic#13VH06956700. Call Bob 732-929-4399. (11) House Cleaning - I will clean your home. Very good prices. Call 732-552-7513. (16) Caulking - Interior, bathrooms, kitchens, etc. Cutting out old. Installing new. Call Steve 732703-8120. Thank You. (t/n) Wallpaper and Bordering - Hanging and removal of old. No job too big or small. Great references. Call Angela 609-891-8544. (46) Go With A Pro - Interior and exterior home improvemnts. Roofing, siding, tile, painting, flooring, decks, kitchens, bathroom, basement, windows, doors, odd jobs, pavers, much more. Senior discounts. 32 years experience. Insured. NJ Reg 13VH07919200. 732-569-1406. (15) Custom Shelving – Organize your garage, basement, walk-in closets. All wood shelving made and installed to meet your needs. Nice, affordable and very strong. Call Gus 732-363-6292. (15) Painting - By neat, meticulous craftsman who will beat any written estimate. Interior/exterior. Free estimate. Fully insured. 732-5067787, 646-643-7678. (14) Roofing Etc. - Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Repairs and discounted new installations. Prompt service. Insured. NJ license #13HV01888400. Special spring discounts. Call Joe Wingate 551-804-7391. (14) Jayne of all Trades - Angies list super service awards. Call Jayne 732606-7109. Honey do list specialist. License #13VH06680000. (12) Car Service - 24/7. Doctors, shopping, airports, hospitals, cruise, shops, Atlantic City, family functions, NYC accomodations for large groups. Call for reasonable rates. Kerry 732-606-2725. (50) Carpet Repair - Restretching, ripples removed, repair work, stairs installed. Call Mike at 732-920-3944. (6)
Polish Lady - Mature. Will do light housekeeping, cooking, shopping, doctors, companionship, etc. Very reliable. Call Ava 732-581-4726. (14) We Unclog All Drains - Including main sewer lines. Toilets repaired and replaced and more. Lic #13VH05930800. 732-678-7584, Tony. (t/n)
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My 2 Girls Cleaning - Bonded and insured. 20 years experience. Homes, offices. Call for a free estimate 732-914-8909. We clean weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or a one time treat. Senior discount given. Donna 732-232-7058. (11) ATCO Painting - Quality work. Prompt service. Call for free estimate. License #13VH04548900. 609-661-1657. 609-276-9213. (3) The Cleaning Professional - From ceiling to floor, we do it all. 15 years experience. Great rates. References. Call Tara for free estimate. 732-300-6880. (12) Caregiver - Looking for position. Part time or full time. Please contact Liza 917-589-0057. (11)
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Dear Joel, I have a son who has learning and behavior issues. It has been suggested to me that he attend a therapeutic school. I have been doing my research and am terrified by the price per year. There is no way that I can afford even a year of that education. Additionally what I am finding out is that many of these schools are located on the West Coast. Any suggestions? Answer: Every child in New Jersey is entitled to an education. There are therapeutic schools throughout the entire country. Some of the schools can cost $100,000 including room and board. Virtually no one can afford those high dollar amounts. You must start with the guidance counselor at school. Ask if the principal can be present at the meeting
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EPA Grant To Fund Barnegat Bay Wetlands Monitoring
OCEAN COUNTY – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded a grant of $184,548 to Ocean County College to fund wetlands monitoring work by the Barnegat Bay Partnership and the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary. This grant was one of three awards to agencies in New Jersey to better protect the state’s wetlands. “Wetlands play a critical role in alleviating harmful effects of climate change, protecting against flooding and storm surges,” said EPA Regional Administrator Judith A. Enck. “These grants will help strengthen shorelines and the health of wetlands, protecting water quality and fish and wildlife habitats.” The EPA grant will be used to develop monitoring procedures to assess the condition and progress of tidal marsh restoration sites. The project will build on the wetland monitoring work that the BBP has already been doing in collaboration with the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary.
The BBP and PDE will evaluate restoration progress in the context of the ongoing long-term intensive monitoring and watershed-wide rapid assessment monitoring being conducted in tidal marshes in the Barnegat and Delaware estuaries. “Superstorm Sandy had a devastating impact on many of the Barnegat Bay’s wetlands,” said Dr. Stan Hales, BBP Director. “The storm caused extensive loss from the edges and interiors of marshes. The storm damage also included complex changes to the marsh surface. It’s important to understand these changes and monitor the effectiveness of wetlands restoration projects.”
Toms River Food Fest
TOMS RIVER – Save the date for the Toms River Food Fest. The event is set to take place on May 14 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Downtown Toms River. The event will include: rides, food trucks, live music and a beer and wine garden. The rain date is May 15.
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injured. The Standard Policy does provide medical expense benefits (PIP) coverage which includes medical expenses up to $250,000 per person per accident. The Standard Policy also provides you with Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM Benefits), so if you are injured by someone who does not have automobile insurance, is insured under a Basic Policy or leaves the scene of the accident then you and your family are covered for your losses. When you purchase the Standard Policy you must elect a “tort option” that will determine your right to make a claim. You must select either the “limitation on lawsuit option” or the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” If you purchase the Basic Policy then you are assigned the “limitation on lawsuit option.” We recommend that you choose the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” Ask your insurance representative what is the actual dollar amount that your overall premium will increase if you elect the “no limitation on lawsuit option.” By choosing the “limitation on lawsuit option” you are limiting you legal right to make a claim for monetary damages unless you sustain one of the following injuries: death, dismemberment; significant scarring or disfigurement; displaced fractures; loss of fetus or a permanent injury that can been diagnosed by credible, objective medical testing. Selecting the correct insurance coverage is extremely important when it comes to protecting your family and personal assets. Call the Attorneys at R.C. Shea & Associates (732-505-1212) for a free evaluation of your automobile insurance policy.
The law firm of R.C. Shea & Associates, Counsellors at Law, is a full service law firm representing and advising clients in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Litigation, Personal Injury, General Litigation, Real Estate Law, Medicaid Law, Medical Malpractice, Workers’ Compensation, Land Use and Planning Law, Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney and much more. Call or visit our office Toms River office at 732-505-1212, 244 Main Street, Toms River, Manchester Area 732-408-9455 or our Brick Area at 732-451-080; email us at Rshea@rcshea.com or visit our website at www.rcshea.com.
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In 1998, the State of New Jersey adopted the Automobile Insurance Cost Reduction Act to reduce the cost of automobile insurance by reducing the benefits available to persons who are injured in automobile accidents. This means less coverage to pay for medical treatment and less rights to recover monetary damages from careless drivers who injure your family. Protect yourself. Automobile insurance is mandatory in New Jersey. The failure to carry automobile insurance may be punishable by imprisonment. When purchasing automobile insurance, you have two choices: you are required to select either a Basic Policy or a Standard Policy. We do not recommend choosing the Basic Policy. The Basic Policy only provides minimal coverage and leaves you unprotected in several areas. A Basic Policy only provides you with $5,000 of property damage liability coverage if someone makes a claim against you, and only provides $15,000 of medical expense benefits should you require medical treatment for your injuries. The Basic Policy does not cover you if you injure someone else. The Basic Policy does not provide Uninsured Motorist coverage to protect you and your family if the careless driver who causes the accident is uninsured or is insured under a Basic Policy. Perhaps most importantly, the Basic Policy will not provide you with a free lawyer to defend any claim against your personal assets. We recommend that you purchase a Standard Policy. A Standard Policy provides the best insurance coverage to protect your assets if you are sued and to provide compensation to you and your family if you are
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OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County College President Jon Larson, in his colloquium speech recently, announced several individuals among the staff and faculty who have marked 20 and 30 years of service. For 20 years of service: Dr. David Bordelon, associate professor of english and literature; Dr. Elizabeth Brierley, associate professor of humanities and fine arts; Lisa Cecere, assistant professor of humanities and fine arts; Dr. Toni Clay, assistant vice president of academic affairs; At the SEC, Patricia DeFelica, adjunct associate professor of mathematics; Karin
Gargone, instructor of humanities; Joyce Ann Lamparello, senior buyer; Dottie LaPosa, president’s liaison; Lenabell Manning, human resources information systems supervisor; Jeffrey McWeeney, e-learning adjunct associate professor of business studies; Patricia Phillips, adjunct associate professor of science; and Karin Smith, administrative assistant. For 30 years of service: Wanda Jones, confidential human resources assistant; Geraldine McGinty, part-time paraprofessional counselor; and Lillian Morrocco, human resources department supervisor.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast By Jeraldine Saunders ARIES (March 21-April 19): Cooperation is the operative word. Give in with good grace as this week unfolds. The ball is in the other person’s court at work. You must let the other person take the lead if you take a turn on the dance floor of love. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Negotiations stride forward with giant steps. If you are a real team player and make fairness a priority you can strike a deal that pleases all the people all the time. You may be inspired to adopt new goals this week. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Steer clear of power struggles in the early part of the week. Those in charge could be in the mood to throw some weight around and you don’t want to be in the way when it lands. Avoid starting new projects. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Learn to be wise. Read and study. Your week will unwind flawlessly if you put your trust in others and refuse to bow to outside pressures. Pay close attention to human moods and business will take care of itself. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Fill up your bank account the old fashioned way. Your wisdom about financial matters will keep you from falling into bad habits. In the week ahead a partner will prove to be entirely trustworthy and dispel your doubts. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You have a decided advantage in the week ahead. Although a financial matter could cause concern, you will find creative solutions at your fingertips. Your ability to compromise will put you at the head of the pack. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Industry and initiative can pay off. Cash might not grow on trees but that doesn’t mean you can’t pick some up that
is right under your feet. Avoid confrontations early in the week when touchy feelings may be in play. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Investigate before you invest. Finances can end up on a roller coaster ride if you dip into the piggy bank early in the week. Be big hearted and overlook disapproval from partners as a turnaround is just around the corner. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the week ahead you may be bombarded by conflicting viewpoints. Wait until the dust settles to make a major decision. Just because one responsibility is erased doesn’t mean you should immediately take on another one. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Just because you have the advantage of a better education or financial resources doesn’t mean you should take advantage of others. Tap into inner wisdom to protect you from making poor business decisions this week. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Minor moodiness may mar the beginning of the week. Be on your best behavior and don’t step on other people’s toes just to have your way. Passing squabbles subside quickly but could block your attempts at financial gain. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Focus on love and affection rather than money in the week ahead. Your business judgment could be off kilter, but people will trust your ideas anyway. Do yourself a favor and don’t offer financial advice to any friends. (c) 2016 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.
6th Annual Jersey Shore Wine Festival LAKEWOOD – The participating wineries for the sixth Annual Jersey Shore Wine Festival, presented by the Lakewood BlueClaws, were recently announced. Scheduled to take place rain-or-shine from noon to 5 p.m. on June 11 and 12, the Jersey Shore Wine Festival will offer featured samplings of wines from an exciting variety of award-winning Garden State wineries. Due to the success of last year’s festival, every winery from the 2015 Jersey Shore Wine Festival will be returning plus two more. These include the following: Valenzano Winery, DiMatteo Winery; Monroeville Vineyards and Winer y; Plagido’s Winery; Tomasello Winery, Inc.; Wagonhouse Winery; Four Sisters; CAVA Winery and lastly, Sharrott Winery. There will also be two new wineries this year: Franklinville’s Coda Rossa and Sewell’s
Villari Vineyards. In addition to wine tastings, there will also be live entertainment, as well as 40 crafters, retail vendors, food truck vendors and a children’s play area. The annual wine festival will be held in Lakewood’s FirstEnergy Park, 2 Stadium Way. The cost to attend is $20 in advance or $25 at the gate for those over 21. Designated drivers are free. No dogs, hovercraft/hoverboards, drones, bicycles or skateboards are allowed during festival days. Tickets for June 11 and 12 can be purchased through EventBrite.com All net proceeds will be donated to Sylvia’s Children, a Holmdel-based 501(c)3 organization working over the past 13 years to improve the living conditions for more than 1,000 children in the village of Mbiriizi in Uganda, Africa.
Library Closed For Holidays
OCEAN COUNTY – All branches of the Ocean County Library will be closed Good Friday, March 25 and Easter Sunday, March 27. All branches will be open March 26 and March 28. The Libraries encourage our customers to use the library’s online resources
including: databases, ebooks and emagazines as well as online classes that are available 24-7 through its website theoceancountylibrary.org. For more information, visit the Ocean County Library website or telephone the librar y at 732-349-6200 or 609971-0514.
VFW To Hold St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
JACKSON – VFW Post 4703 is holding a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 19. The event starts at 2 p.m.
The event costs $5, which includes a full sized plate of corned beef and cabbage as well as soda bread.
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Top Secret! You Won’t Believe How Easy It Is To Make This Restaurant Favorite By Wolfgang Puck
It always surprises me how many chefs love to talk about “secret” recipes that they won’t divulge to anyone, no matter how polite or pleading the request might be. Why? Because, to tell you the truth, there aren’t really that many top secrets in the world of restaurants. Most experienced chefs can look at and taste a dish in a restaurant and figure out pretty easily how to reproduce it after a little trial and error. And very few chefs would ever dream of “stealing” someone else’s recipe, because part of any good cook’s signature style is all the personal twists that add up to make a particular dish uniquely his or hers. Add to that simple cooking talent - culinary skills, a good sense of taste and beautiful ways of presenting food - combined with great service, and a restaurant succeeds without necessarily having any top secrets. That’s why I have no hesitation in shar ing my ow n “secrets” for Cut restaurant’s butter lettuce and blue cheese salad. This beautiful salad has become one of the most popular first courses at Cut. Why? The combination of ingredients is just right: tender leaves, creamy crumbles of rich and tangy cheese, sweet cherry tomatoes, a touch of creamy avocado, fragrant fresh herbs and a light, spicy dressing. It’s also a perfect beginning to a meal featuring a robust main course, t hou g h I k now m a ny g ue st s who also enjoy it before a lighter seafood course. Of course, the quality of ingredients is important. I especially like to use a great blue cheese such as those from Maytag Dairy Farms or Point Reyes, or i mpor ted Roquefor t or St ilton. Sher r y vinegar adds just the right t a ng y f lavor to t he d ressi ng, a nd cherry tomatoes promise touches of sweetness and beautiful color whatever the season. Finally, there’s the presentation. Rather than just tossing the salad, I love to stack the ingredients on each plate in a beautif ul little tower. It takes just a few minutes to do, but produces an edible work of art that really wows everyone. After all, we eat with our eyes before food ever reaches our mouths. And that’s no secret! CUT RESTAURANT BUTTER LETTUCE AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD Serves 4 HONEY-DIJON VINAIGRETTE: 1 1/2 t ablespoons f resh t a r ragon, chopped
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 2 to 4 teaspoons honey 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper SALAD: 1 1/2 to 2 heads butter lettuce, separated, rinsed well and dried, 20 to 24 leaves total 1 ripe Hass-style avocado 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled Fresh dill, separated into small sprigs Fresh chervil, separated into small sprigs Fresh tarragon, separated into individual leaves Fresh chives, cut into 1- to 2-inch (2.5- to 5-cm) pieces Organic celer y, small leaves only, stalks reserved for another use 20 cherry tomatoes, cut in half First, make the Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chopped tarragon, vinegar, honey and mustard. Season to taste with salt and pepper. While whisking continuously, drizzle in the oil, continuing until a thick and creamy emulsion forms. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside. Separate the butter lettuce leaves. Rinse them well under cold running water, and then pat them thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Select 20 to 24 leaves total, reserving the rest for another use. With a sharp, sturdy knife, cut the avocado in half lengthwise. Grasp the avocado between your hands and twist the halves in opposite directions to separate them. To remove the pit, use a tablespoon to scoop it out. With a large spoon, scoop out the f lesh whole from the skin of each half. Cut the f lesh of each half lengthwise in half again, then crosswise into thin slices. P ut a one of t he la rgest let t uce leaves on each serving plate, facing upward like a cup. Drizzle with a little vinaigrette. Add a few blue cheese crumbles, herbs and celery leaves. Top with another lettuce leaf, more dressing, some tomato slices and avocado pieces. Continue layering like this, balancing the leaves so the stack stays upr ight, u ntil all ing redients have been used, reserving a few crumbles of cheese, tomato and avocado pieces, and fresh herbs to garnish each plate. Serve the salads immediately.
(Chef Wolfgang Puck’s TV series,“Wolfgang Puck’s Cooking Class,” airs Sundays on the Food Network. Also, his latest cookbook, “Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” is now available in bookstores. Write Wolfgang Puck in care of Tribune Media Services Inc., 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, NY 14207) © 2016 TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC.
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GLORY’S MARKET OPEN 7 DAYS 7:00 A.M. - 7:30 P.M. Fax 732-833-1896 ATM Service / Mastercard / Visa / Families First Card
at the Crossroads of Routes 526 & 527, Jackson VISIT US ON THE WEB! GlorysMarket.com
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SALE DATES!!!
Thursday March 10th to Wednesday March 16th
SAINT PATRICK’S SALE!! LENTEN SPECIALS OLD WORLD FLAVOR NOW ON SALE! MARYLAND $ 99 IRISH DEVILED
CORNED BEEF BRISKETS
3
$ 59
SODA BREAD • KEY LIME PIES •
LB.
BRICK OVEN BAKED
RYE BREAD FREE!! FREE!! FREE!!
AVG. WT. 14 LBS. & UP
SUPER 5LB. BAG RUSSET POTATOES WHEN YOU COUPON!! PURCHASE ANY SIZE CORNED BEEF BRISKET VALID 3/3 THRU 3/17
LIMIT 1 PER CUSTOMER.
WITH COUPON.
NO COUPON - NO LIMIT!! “FRESH” U.S.D.A. CHOICE BEEF PORTERHOUSE $ 99 ASPARAGUS $ 99 LB. T-BONE STEAKS 10 LB. SPEARS BONELESS TURKEY $599 SUPER SALE!!! LONDON BROIL $ 99 DIETZ + WATSON 6 LB. AMERICAN CHEESE OR ROAST •
1
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GRADE “A” CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS OR THIGHS
99
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LB.
HAM CAPPACOLA • THUMANN’S LIVERWURST • DOMESTIC SWISS CHEESE • JERSEY MADE HARD SALAMI
CRAB CAKES “FRESH” SALMON $ FILLETS
5
4-3 OZ PER PKG.
8
99 LB.
ANTONIO’S CHEESE RAVIOLI SHAMROCK $ 99
6
SHAPED
1 LB. PKG.
KRAZY KOUPONS
10 LB. BAG GRADE “A” “BONELESS” $ 90
CHICKEN BREAST
Valid 3/10 thru 3/16.
13
Limit 1 bag per customer.
With/coupon.
FILET MIGNON STEAKS CUT FROM U.S.D.A. $ 99 BEEF BUTT
9
TENDERLOINS
Valid 3/10 thru 3/16.
LB.
PRESENT COUPON TO MEAT DEPT.
AVE WT. 4LBS
COOKED WINGS
3
HOT +• SPICY $ 99 LB. BARBECUE PRESENT COUPON Valid 3/10 thru 3/16.
NO LIMIT!!!
TO DELI DEPT.
8
BONELESS PORKLOIN $ 99 THUMANN’S 1 LB. PKG. LIGHTLY SALTED WHITE ROSE FOR $ 00 DELUXE HAM LB. CHOPS - RIBS $ 99 SUPER 2 5 BUTTER TURKEY BREAST LB. ROASTS SALE!!! GOURMET OR BUFFALO
2
Valid 3/10 thru 3/16.
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GLORY’S LIQUORS • 732-928-1279 ALL WINES & LIQUORS BY THE CASE SOLD AT SALE PRICES EVERY DAY BEER SELECTIONS
FROM FLOOR DISPLAY PABST BLUE RIBBON. . . . . . . . . . . . 30 pack cans$1999 MILLER LITE, DRAFT, 64 . . . . . . . 24-12 oz. btls $1999 YUENGLING LAGER, LIGHT, BLACK & TAN . .24-12 oz. btls $1999 BUD-BUD LIGHT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 pack cans $2299 COORS LIGHT OR BANQUET . . . . . . . 30 pack cans $2299
LIQUOR SELECTIONS POPOV VODKA.................................1.75L $1499 SOBIESKI VODKA.............................1.75L$1999 STOLI VODKA...................................1.75L$3199 SEAGRAM’S 7 WHISKEY.................1.75L $1999 DEWAR’S SCOTCH.............................1.75L $3399 FIREBALL WHISKEY...............................LTR $1999 TULLAMORE DEW IRISH WHISKEY..................................LTR $3399
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White Zinfandel or White Merlot. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . ..1.5L $999 All Varietals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5L $1299 FRANZIA White Zinfandel BOLLA Chablis , Chard., Merlot, Cab., Pinot Grigio. . 5 LTR $1899 Valpolicella, Bardolino, Merlot, Pinot Grigio . 1.5L $1399
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Chardonnay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .750ML $1099 All Varietals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5L $1199 Ruby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750ML $1099 Chianti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5L $1499