The BRICK Times Vol. 25 - No. 24
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decoration - to say nothing of a pumpkin or Halloween item - to put on your front porch or in your window, it was easy enough to find. Holidays are always a theme for vendors at craft fairs like this one. There were ceramic light houses and cabins that could adorn your mantle or coffee table and stands like Crafty Joe’s had many Photo by Emily Vosseller items to check out. There was a table filled with Autumn fun returned at Windward Beach Park with the annual Brick colorful bracelets with asTownship Craft & Vendor Fair that included a variety of items from 80 sorted accessories spotted different vendors. at the event By Bob Vosseller Many people passed through the archway within BRICK – The Annual Craft & Vendor Fair returned the park into the open field that featured a variety to Windward Beach Park bringing together nearly 80 of vendors under canopies, tents and open air. That talented vendors offering a wide variety of handmade archway featured a larger banner noting the next crafts, unique products and specialty items. autumn event in the community, this Saturday’s While the sky was gray in anticipation of the week- Fall Fest. end of nor’easter, a good-sized crowd of browsers The township’s annual Fall Fest Celebration, precame out to some shopping. Brick Recreation Super- sented by Pine Belt Cars, is scheduled for October visor Christine Hessenkemper told The Brick Times, 28 with a rain date October 29. It will run from 1 “we have 78 crafter/vendors signed up for the event.” until 7 p.m. at Windward Beach Park. The event The free event allowed for visitors to enjoy the scenic will feature food trucks and vendors, fire pits, hatchet atmosphere of Windward Beach Park while support- throwing, a hay maze, games and much more. ing local artisans, small businesses and creators who There will be beer and wine for guests ages 21 and help make our community vibrant. over and a highlight of the day will be the annual Many residents and visitors enjoyed a relaxing day Corn Hole Tournament. of browsing, buying and celebrating the creativity The Corn Hole Tournament is open to anyone ages 18 that thrives throughout the township. and over and will feature two-person teams. The free If you wanted to find a holiday wreath or Christmas event will conclude with a dazzling firework display.
Photo by Chris Lundy The delicious aroma of fried zeppole filled the air.
(Postponed - See Page 5)
GOLD Exceeds $3500 an Ounce! OVER 20 YEARS IN BUSINESS
HIGHEST RATED CASH FOR GOLD STORE IN OCEAN COUNTY
By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - There is a mayoral election this year in Brick, along with a race for three seats on the Township Council. The incumbent mayor, Lisa Crate, a Democrat, will face off against Republican Madeline Colagiovanni Iannarone, who currently serves as the Board of Education President. Both candidates were asked the following three questions by email: 1) How will you, as mayor, provide more services and still cut costs? 2) What makes you the best person to handle Brick’s issues? 3) Where do you want Brick to be in four years? The following are their verbatim answers, in alphabetical order by their last names. The candidates were each asked to keep their responses to under 500 words. Incumbent Democratic Councilwoman Heather deJong is seeking reelection, and joining her are newcomers Dan Ward and Rocco Lepore. The Republican council candidates are Gregory J. Cohen, Robert Canfield III and Lisa Reina. Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, but early voting is available from October 25 until November 2. Lisa Crate 1) “If you want to know what someone will do, look at what they’ve done. My team has a (Mayoral Candidates - See Page 4)
Animal Adoption Takes Center Stage At Rock 2 Adopt
Columbus Day Parade Postponed, But Italian Festival Thrives By Chris Lundy and Bob Vosseller JERSEY SHORE – Although the Columbus Day parade was postponed, the Italian Heritage Street Festival brought ethnic food, music and flair to Seaside Heights. The organizers noted that the parade and Italian Festival originally scheduled for Sunday, October 12 will be held on Sunday, October 19. A unique Seaside Heights experience, the 34th annual Ocean County Italian Street Festival kicked off last Friday night against the backdrop
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By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – Animal lovers and music lovers have a lot in common, as they both enjoy some of the best things in life, and they came out to the Rock 2 Adopt event to enjoy some tunes and meet some pets. The organizer, Donna Torres said that when she announces a date for this event, bands quickly sign on. All of Photo by Chris Lundy them are animal lovers. Puppies from the Jersey Shore Animal
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(Adoption - See Page 5)
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