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Midsummer Reflections

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"Remember when we did this or that?" It could have had a disastrous outcome, yet they would later think it was funny or "so us." Sometimes bad moments lead to good stories.

When I went paddleboarding with my daughter, her favorite part was when I fell in! We tend to put so much pressure on ourselves to make it perfect or at least seem perfect. But the truth is perfect is an illusion and we are all really just doing the best we can with what we got.

Many of the best parts of summer are still to come. This issue of Shore Local is bursting with events and happenings in the area along with ideas for fun experiences. Check out Axe throwing on page 6 or perhaps go to a beach or outdoor concert. The farmer's markets are a great way to

take in all the flavors and colors of summer as well.

With blueberries in full glory, see where you can pick your own and try something new with them. Check out that feature on page 10.

Wishing you and yours long and glorious summers days ahead.

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Awaken Your Inner Lumberjack Discover the new sport of axe throwing

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estecunk Axe Throwing on Baltic Avenue in Atlantic City offers a new twist on traditional summer time fun.

Originally opened in 2019, Westecunk Axe Throwing shares the same block with Little Water Distillery and The Seed Brewery.

The name, “Westecunk" comes from the Lenni-Lenape Native American language and loosely translates to “Summer place.”

Billy Hanson, owner of Westecunk Axe Throwing, grew up on the Westecunk Creek where Lenni-Lenape Native Americans would come seeking abundance during the summer.

When Hanson made the decision to launch a new business in 2019, he honored the new "Summer place" with

the Westecunk name.

Hanson was introduced to axe throwing several years prior when axe throwing locations began popping up across the state. As a gift for his brother on his 30th birthday, he built a backyard axe throwing game.

The game was such a hit that friends began asking Hanson to build home-based axe throwing games for their gatherings.

One thing led to the next and Hanson was onto something! He began operating a mobile, fully enclosed, axe throwing game at vendor fairs and events as he looked for a brick and mortar location to settle into.

In 2019, Hanson opened the doors to Westecunk Axe Throwing, which had been a two-year labor of love. The industrial building that had once been used as electrical storage for casino construction would ultimately become a BYOB axe throwing experience.

At Westecunk Axe Throwing, guests have the opportunity to experience a one-of-a-kind group outing.

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Each session begins with a safety lesson from Billy Hanson or one of his team members. The host aims to find out the goal of the guests so they can lead the group accordingly.

There are a variety of games to choose from and a few house rules to be followed to ensure safety.

The majority of guests come in for their first time feeling a little reserved or nervous to experience something new. Billy and his team are dedicated to giving them an experience that will have them leaving empowered and coming back for more.

The wooden hatchet used at Westecunk is the safest axe, giving guests peace of mind as they explore uncharted territory.

"The safest thing to happen is to get the hatchet in the wall," explains Hanson.

Hanson and the team spend time with each guest to perfect their stance and their throw so that they're doing just that: placing the hatchet in the wall.

Axe throwers over 15 years old are

welcome to participate at Westecunk Axe Throwing. No experience is needed.

Simply come in for an afternoon or evening of fun with friends and leave feeling like an edgy, axe throwing pro.

After a devastating post-Covid year, all three businesses on the block are fully operational. Guests are invited to bring craft beer into Westecunk from the brewery next door, then finish their outing with a cocktail from Little Water Distillery on the other side.

Private parties, birthday parties, and corporate events as well as date nights and families are all invited to experience Westecunk Axe Throwing.

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Tropical Storm Elsa Packed A Punch

Weather

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ropical Storm Elsa is long gone, so we can finally "let it go" when it comes to worrying about any additional impacts from an early in the season tropical threat. Windswept torrential downpours resulted in 1 to 3 inches of rain throughout South Jersey, a good soaking but not enough to cause any major flooding concerns. Elsa was also a quick hitter, lasting less than 8 hours with most of the action overnight while we slept, or perhaps tried to as the wind and rain kept you up. That quick movement didn't allow a long enough period of onshore winds to create tidal flooding issues, not to mention that the worst part of the storm conveniently struck at low tide. So while Elsa did pack a punch in some minds, it makes sense that others in South Jersey either slept through the storm, or weren't all that

impressed with what Elsa had to offer.

Even my friend, meteorologist Tom Lamaine, texted me "May all storms that pass this close to the Jersey shore leave with such relatively minimal effects."

Now there are always exceptions to the rule, and there certainly were with Elsa as well. When any tropical system interacts with land, there is typically the potential for brief tornadoes to spin up as tropical rain bands pivot inland off of the ocean. And that's the reason you may have been suddenly awoken by alerts on your cell phone for tornado warnings late Thursday night. As a side bar, one of the most valuable weather benefits of technology is the ability to send automatic alerts to all cell phones when tornado (or flash flood) warnings are issued, no matter what time of day.

Before this option was available, there was no effective way at alerting those sleeping of potential life-threatening weather. Well, there is the NOAA weather radio, which most meteorologists and mariners few others have but few others even know exist, but I digress.

There are two methods for issuing a tornado warning. The first is the more straightforward one, when a tornado is spotted and confirmed to be on the ground, usually by law enforcement or

a storm spotter network. Of course, we don't have quite the extensive network that they have in tornado alley, given how rare tornadoes are here. Not to mention that these warnings were issued at night, when spotting a tornado is even more difficult. The other way revolves around our weather radars, which can actually "x-ray" a thunderstorm and analyze if a given thunderstorm has rotation up in the cloud and if so, determine how strong that rotation is. When a tornado warning is issued based on radar, there is no confirmation that a twister is on the ground. Rather, it is possible that a tornado may have touched down, or could spin up at any time. This second method is how almost all tornado warnings, what few we have, are issued in South Jersey.

We've all heard the line "if a tree falls in the forest and there is no one around to hear it, does it make a sound?" Similarly, if a tornado touches down at night and there is no one around to see it, did it actually touch down? Well, there's a way to find out, and it involves a team of meteorologists that survey any areas of concentrated damage that result from a thunderstorm's winds and any "possible" tornado. Sure enough, such a team was on the ground in South Jersey the day after Elsa strike, surveying three areas where damage was focused and tornadoes were believed to have been the culprit. One was in Little Egg Harbor, one in Woodbine, and one on the causeway between Somers Point and Longport.

So what do they look for? It's actu-

ally quite interesting, at least it is to a meteorologist who has tagged along on some of these. Essentially, they analyze the scope of the damage, look at what was impacted, and perhaps most importantly, the direction the damage came from. Let's say a storm hits a clump of trees and all the trees are blown over in the same direction. The determination would be straight-line winds. If a few trees were knocked over and facing south, a few others east, and several others to the west, that would indicate rotational damage and a tornado was the likely culprit.

Findings from Elsa's damage determined that two tornadoes did indeed touch down that Thursday night, one in Little Egg Harbor with winds of 80mph and one in Woodbine with winds of 100mph. On the Route 152 causeway, 7 wooden power poles snapped due to the wind, but all fell in the same direction, hence no tornado. Yet the winds were still determined to be 100mph, which stresses that whether 100mph winds blow in a circle or a straight line, they can be destructive and deadly.

Thankfully, they were only the former and not the latter this time.

Hurricane season runs through November 30. So let's hope an early season storm in July is all we see this year, and not a sign of things to come when the tropics really heat up in September.

Meteorologist Dan Skeldon has a degree in meteorology from Cornell University. He has forecasted the weather in South Jersey for the last 18 years, first on the former television station NBC40 and then on Longport Media radio. Dan has earned the American Meteorological Society Seal of Approval for Broadcast Meteorologists, and now does television broadcasts on WFMZTV in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley.

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Homemade Blueberry Simple Syrup featuring Locally-Sourced Blueberries

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ew Jersey’s blueberry season is booming. As the official state fruit for New Jersey, blueberries are plentiful in the Garden State.

Looking for Locally-Sourced Blueberries?

Visit Hammonton, New Jersey With 56 blueberry farms, Hammonton, New Jersey, known as the “Blueberry Capital of the World,” is just a short ride up the Atlantic City Expressway. Approximately 80 percent of Jersey’s blueberries come from Hammonton, so you’ll have plenty of options for se-

curing locally-sourced blueberries including produce stands, farmers markets and pickyour-own farms.

Pick-Your-Own at the Shore If you want to stay a little closer to the shore, take a trip to Littleworth Tree Farm for a true pickyour-own experience.

Because quantities are limited, they are currently offering U-Pick times from 7:30 am -10:00 am on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays via reservation only. Littleworth Farm is located at 1957 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg, NJ. Farmer’s Markets at the Shore Some of our favorite farmers markets to pick up local blueberries include: ● Sea Isle City Farmers Market - The Sea Isle City Farmers Mar-

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What to Make with Locally-Sourced Blueberries?

Blueberry Simple Syrup is my goto recipe during blueberry season.

This quick and easy syrup can be used in so many different ways and adds the perfect summer taste to your favorite dishes and drinks.

Blueberry Simple Syrup Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 20-30 mins Ingredients ● 2 cups fresh blueberries ● 1 cup sugar ● 1 cup water ● 1 teaspoon vanilla ● 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice Instructions ● Put the blueberries, sugar and water into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. ● Add vanilla and lemon juice and continue to boil, stirring often, until syrup is thickened and coats the back of a spoon. ● Using a fine mesh strainer, strain mixture into a heat-proof bowl.

Press down on the blueberries to fully extract all of the syrup from the mixture. ● Transfer mixture to a mason jar or syrup bottle and store in the refrigerator for up to a month.

Add blueberry simple syrup to your favorite cocktail or mocktail, as a topping for your pancakes, ice cream or dessert and it can also be added to your favorite marinades and salad dressings.

Linda Arceo is the owner and content creator behind the food, drink and travel blog Giggles, Gobbles and Gulps. Linda is a digital influencer and freelance writer focusing on food, travel, lifestyle and culinary tourism. Linda’s blog can be found at www.gigglesgobblesandgulps.com and you can follow her on Instagram at @GigGobGulp.

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July 15th

Events and Happenings

Super American Circus

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Showboat Atlantic City 801 Boardwalk Families will be delighted with performers from around the world. This modern spectacular circus showcases the best acts that include, The Amazing Mario Espana on the Wheel of Danger, the funniest clowns, deathy defying aerialists, plus the very best circus performers from America’s Got Talent. Now through September 6th.

Showtimes are Thursday & Friday at

4:30pm and Saturday & Sunday at 1pm. For more information and tickets, visit superamericancircus.com.

Cirque Risque

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night out. For more information and tickets, visit cirquerisque.com.

Thrilling Thursday Movies on the Beach

▶7pm

Granville and Huntington Avenue Beach behind the Martin Bloom Pavilion This week, enjoy a showing of Monsters Inc. Movies begin at 7pm and will be shown on a digital screen. Free Recreational Cornhole play begins at 6pm. Rain date is Friday. Movies subject to change or cancellation.

Learn more at margatehasmore.com.

July 16th

EHT Rhythm in the Park

▶7-9pm

Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater at Tony Canale Park Concerts run Fridays at the Robert J. Amphitheater at Tony Canale Park. This Friday, July 2nd, Jersey Jukebox performs.

Somers Point AtlantiCare Beach Concert

▶7pm

William Morrow Beach The 29th Annual Somers Point Beach Concert Series continues this Friday with International Multi Award Winning Roots Rock Star Dana Fuchs, with special guest The Dan Burke Band. Learn more at somerspointbeachconcerts.com.

Fireworks at Egg Harbor City Lake Dusk Egg Harbor Lake Campground Philadelphia Ave. Gates open at 7:30pm. Kathy’s Kitchen will be open with delicious food. Music provided by DJ Chris.

Bring blankets and chairs to sit on.

For more information, visit eggharborcity.org.

July 17th

Lucy’s 140th Birthday Celebration

▶10am-8pm

9200 Amherst Ave. Margate The Save Lucy Committee is presenting the National Landmark’s Summer Vacation at Lucy. By popular demand, the trackless train ride returns this year along with new and exciting rides, games and inflatables. Another party favorite making a comeback this year is the 9-hole miniature golf course. Jersey Shore treats such as hot dogs, funnel cakes, French fries, and slushies will be available throughout the day. And, no party at Lucy would be complete without Mackie, the Stiltwalker. Tours

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will be conducted every 45 minutes throughout the day and there will be a birthday cake at 3pm, while supplies last. Visit lucytheelephant.org for more information.

Atlantic City Vegan Food Festival

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& Sunday from 12-5pm

Showboat Atlantic City 801 Boardwalk The Atlantic City Vegan Food Festival returns to the boardwalk this weekend, presented by the Vegan Local.

The festival is a rain or shine event.

Advance GA tickets are $20 Saturday and $15 on Sunday.

Day of event tickets are $25 Saturday and $20 Sunday. Kids 13 and under are free. Tickets are available at eventbrite.com.

Ventnor Summer Beach Jam

▶5-9pm

Newport Avenue Beach Join the City of Ventnor for Live music behind the Ventnor Library and Cultural Center. The venue is on the beach and features a playground. Live music begins at 6pm with food and crafts ready to serve you at 5pm. This week, enjoy live music by the Beatles cover band The Beat Tells.

Comedy and Cocktails 2.0

▶6pm

Harbor Pines Golf Club 500 St. Andrews Dr. Egg Harbor Township Comedy and Cocktails 2.0 will feature the area’s funniest comedians, including headliner Tracy Locke. There will be a Southern style barbecue buffet with country fried chicken, smoked brisket, pulled pork and more. Herbivores can enjoy vegan options as well. Tickets are $59 and must be purchased in advance either online or by phone. For more information, call 609-927-0006 ext.

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Promise Keepers Men’s Conference Simulcast

▶Friday

from 7:30-10:30pm and Saturday from 10am-3:30pm

Atlantic Christian School 391 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor Township The Promise Keepers Men’s Conference is being simulcast from the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Some of the 13 featured speakers and worship leaders at the two-day conference will include Nick Vujicic, founder of Life Without Limbs, Jonathan Evans, former NFL fullback, and Tauren Wells, Grammy nominated worship singer and songwriter.

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July 18th

Absecon Concerts in the Park

▶7pm

Enjoy Our New Dining Patio Day or Night!

Heritage Park The City of Absecon presents Concerts in the Park, an evening of fun, friends and food. This week, enjoy live music by Hawkins Road, playing the best in classic rock and country music. Free admission. Bring your own chair or blanket.

July 19th

David Bromberg Quartet

▶7pm

Ocean City Music Pier Renowned guitarist and multi-instrumentalist David Bromberg brings his exceptional band to the stage.

Tickets available at Ticketmaster.

July 20th

Senior Dance Society

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Open to singles and couples. Kathryn Murray said “Put a Little Fun in Your Life.” Listen to the music, or kick up your heels. For more information, contact Rita Voli at 609-408-3619.

July 21st

Greenie Unplugged: Tides, Tunes & Togetherness

▶7pm

Behind Venturas Greenhouse 106 S. Benson Ave. Margate Enjoy free family friendly acoustic

music behind Ventura’s Greenhouse.

This week, Stephen Tulli performs 80s classics, rock, folk and oldies.

Learn more at margatehasmore.com.

Farmers Markets

Margate Community Farmers Market

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Steve & Cookie’s by the Bay 9700 Amherst Ave. Learn more at margatehasmore. com.

Galloway Green Market

▶Thursdays

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Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd. It’s just not summer without a local farmers market. Stop by the Village Greene to get your veggies, produce, seafood and all things locally grown. Learn more at gogreengalloway.org.

Ventnor City Farmers Markets

▶Fridays

from 8:30am-12pm

Atlantic & Newport Avenues Learn more at facebook.com/ Ventnorcityfarmersmarket.

Brigantine Farmers Market

▶Saturdays

from 8am-12pm

Brigantine Community School Parking Lot at Sheridan Blvd.

Learn more at facebook.com/ brigantinefarmersmarket.

Sea Isle City Farmers Market

▶Tuesdays

from 8am-1pm

Excursion Park JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. Shop local every Tuesday morning through September 7th. Visitors and residents are encouraged to browse and shop a variety of local produce and vendors and check out more than 30 vendors before hitting the beach, making it the perfect Tuesday morning ritual.

Ocean City Farmers Market

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Bayshore Center at Bivalve 2800 High St. Port Norris The Maurice River is one of only four New Jersey rivers in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers program. You won’t want to forget your camera on this sail. Sit back and relax as the fertile riverbanks pass you by. Learn more at bayshorecenter.org.

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July 19th at 11am

Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater at Tony Canale Park A youth entertainment series.

Shows begin Mondays at 11am at the Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater.

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Free Family Fun Night in Sea Isle

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July 19th from 7:309pm

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Wacky Wednesday

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July 21st at 10:30am

Ocean City Music Pier Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk Christmas in July: Celebrate the Christmas holiday season in July with a special craft and a visit from Santa while he is in town on vacation. Dress in red and green to participate in our wacky Christmas meets summer fashion show. The contest is free and open to all ages. For more information, call 609-399-6111.

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July 15th

Sami Eidebs 4-8pm Fish & Co. at Hard Rock 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Ian & Christina 6-10pm Sweetwater Marina. 2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater Amptons 7pm Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point Brandon “Taz” Niederauer 7pm Garden Pier at Showboat 801 Boardwalk

July 16th

Adam Holcombe Band 3-6:30pm The Beach Bar at Hard Rock 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Andy Berlin 6-9pm Fitzpatrick’s 650 New Rd. Somers Point Grooveheart 6-10pm Laguna Grill & Rum Bar. 1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine Sass Band 6-10pm Sweetwater Marina.

2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater The Dana Fuchs Band 7pm William Morrow Beach, Somers Point Jersey Jukebox 7pm Tony Canale Amphitheater, EHT Petty Cash 7-11pm McGettigan’s 500 S. New York Rd. Galloway Matt Adams 8pm-12am EHT Vagabond.

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Bronson Tennis 12-4pm The Point 998 Bay Ave. Somers Point Incognito 1-5pm Laguna Grill & Rum Bar 1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine Ryan Tennis & The Clubhouse Band 1-5pm The Beach Bar at Hard Rock 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City To The Max 1-5pm Balic Winery 6623 Harding Hwy. Mays Landing Dirty Jersey 2-6pm Sweetwater Marina.

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Tom & Kim from Sidestory 4-8pm EHT Vagabond. 3016 Ocean Heights Ave. Egg Harbor Township Dan Burke Band 6-10pm Laguna Grill & Rum Bar 1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine Cosmic Charlie 6pm Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City Hawkins Road 7pm Heritage Park, Absecon

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OC's Summer Olympic Connection

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riday, July 23, 2021, the Opening Ceremony of the Games of the XXXII Olympiad will be held in Tokyo. Even though the Tokyo Games are taking place in the summer of 2021, they will referred to as the 2020 Olympics. The International Olympic Committee and the Tokyo organizers agreed that the Games would retain all of the 2020 branding, which means all signage, television graphics, souvenirs, apparel-even the medals won by the athletes-will say 'Tokyo 2020."

A global television audience of up to four billion viewers is expected to

witness the beginning of the Games, which trace their roots to 776 8. C. As in most of the Games since 1920, the Ocean City Beach Patrol will be represented. The OCBP Olympic tradition began in 1920 with John 8.

Kelly. Other Ocean City Olympians include: Augustus Goetz (1928), Charles Kieffer (1932), Archie Harris (1940, but Olympic Games were not held), John B. Kelly Jr. (1948, 1952, 1956, 1960), Tom Aretz (1968, 1972), John Pescatore (1988, 1992), Peter Wright (1996), Wolfgang Wigo (1996, 2000, 2004 ), and Stelphen "Sid" Cassidy (2008, 2012, 2016, 2020).

Cassidy, a member of the OCBP Hall of Fame, was instrumental in getting the 1 OK Marathon Swim as an Olympic event. He started the race at the inaugural swim in the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China; he was a referee at the 10K swim in the 2012 Games in London; he was head referee in the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro; and this summer he will be head referee in Tokyo.

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f you have ever traveled along the barrier islands of Cape May County, you may have passed Corson’s Inlet State Park. Nestled along the southernmost reaches of Ocean City, and only minutes from Sea Isle City, Corson’s Inlet State Park offers a world of untouched nature right in our own backyard.

It is here where you will discover miles of Photo by Steffen Klenk hiking trails, sandy beaches and wildlife New Jersey. HowThe park was ever, they can be seen throughout established in 1969 as a way to protect our coastline yearand maintain the round and are easily stretch of land. It is distinguishable, with one of the last undetheir large, dark eyes veloped tracts of land and short beaks. They like to stay along the along our state’s waterfront, making it a popular Photo by Abby Longstreet water’s edge, foraging location for wildlife. on small insects, marine Here, you will find a diverse natural worms, mollusks and crustaceans. habitat of sand dunes, breathtaking You may also find them nesting along shoreline, estuaries, and upland areas our coastal beaches near the dunes. where wildlife live and breed.

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about this beach is that it is free to visitors, however, be prepared for a short walk. In addition, a boat ramp for launching sailboats, canoes, stand-up paddleboards and jet skis.

Launch permits can be obtained onsite or at the Belleplain State Forest office.

The Inlet provides ample opportunities to fish. Here, you will find a variety of kingfish, bluefish and striped bass. Furthermore, this area is a fantastic hiking spot. With over 2 miles of trails, guests can enjoy the beauty and nature this precious land has to offer. Be sure to dress properly for changing weather conditions.

Corson’s Inlet can be found on the south Photo by Steffen Klenk end of Ocean City home along this along Bay Avenue, tract of land, along the Middle Thoroughfare including the redwinged blackbird. and in the northWith a wingspan ernmost reaches of up to 15 inches, of Strathmere.

You can find out these stocky birds build their nests on more by visitng the top of vegetation, New Jersey Departshrubs and trees. It is ment of Environmental Protection website. I will a popular location for many migrating birds Photo by Abby Longstreet leave you with a quote during the spring and from longtime South fall months. Sea ducks and Common Jersey resident and acclaimed poet Loons call this region home during A.R. Ammons, who wrote about his the winter, while in the early months experience at Corsons Inlet in 1962. of spring, you can spot Northern GanThe walk liberating, I was released nets flocking just off-shore. Bring a from forms, from the perpendiculars, good pair of binoculars or high quality straight lines, blocks, boxes, binds of camera to catch these birds in flight; thought into the hues, shadings, rises, you will not regret it. flowing bends and blends of sight.

Summertime is one of the most –A.R. Ammons fitting times to visit Corson’s Inlet.

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Ocean City Getting Ready for Night in Venice and Baby Parade

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cean City’s Night in Venice celebration returns this year and promises a spectacular evening on the bay. The city’s premier summer event is scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday, July 24. Registration is open to all boat and bayfront home owners who want to participate in this year’s festivities.

The optional theme will be “Honoring Our Heroes,” a salute to all those who helped us get through the year. Participants are also encouraged to use last year’s planned “Olympics” theme. A fireworks display will light up the bay and cap off the evening.

The boat parade and decorated bayfront home contest provide a chance to be part of the highlight of the summer season in Ocean City.

Thousands of spectators line the bayfront, and thousands more attend private parties at homes along the route from the Ocean City-Longport Bridge to Tennessee Avenue.

Entries for boats and homes will be taken online at www.ocnj.us/niv below or by calling 609-399-6111. All

entrants receive a commemorative mug, and boat owners also receive a complimentary photo of their boat in the parade. Deadline for registration is noon Wednesday, July 21.

Tickets are also now on sale for a special Night in Venice viewing area at the Bayside Center. The area will offer DJ entertainment, food vendors with proceeds benefitting Junior Raider football and cheerleading programs, and a great spot to watch the fireworks. Visit oceancityvacation.com/ boxoffice to purchase tickets ($8

adults, $4 children).

The 111th annual Baby Parade in Ocean City is set for 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, August 12, 2021 and registration is now open.

All families with children age 10 and under are invited to participate.

Bands, performing groups and commercial floats are also encouraged to join in the fun.

In a tradition dating back to 1929, Ocean City chooses a Queen Infanta to preside over the annual Baby Parade. Queen Infanta candidates are

judged on their school and community involvement. The contest is open to young women with a connection to Ocean City who are currently in high school or members of the Class of 2021.

Complete information and registration for both the Baby Parade and Queen Infanta are available at www. ocnj.us/babyparade.

Look for the following events this week: WEDNESDAY, JULY 14 Ocean City’s “Wacky But Not Tacky” series of Wacky Wednesdays continues at 10:30 a.m. July 14 at the Ocean City Music Pier. The event invites families and individuals to participate in various activities and contests. This week’s challenge invites contestants to use their creativity to shape and sculpt french fries into unique masterpieces. No advance registration is required for this free family event (but this contest will be limited to the first 200 contestants).

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THURSDAY, JULY 15 Market Days entertainment and activities on downtown Asbury Avenue will run 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 15 and continue Thursday mornings through the season.

Family Night entertainers at various blocks on the Ocean City Boardwalk will perform Thursday evenings 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 18 H ea r the Ocean City Pops at their best in a program of “Hollywood Hits.”

Decades of favorites from the silver screen will be performed live at the Music Pier at 7:30 p.m. Call 609-399-6111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

MONDAY, JULY 19 Renowned guitarist and multi-instrumentalist David Bromberg brings an exceptional band to the stage. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace.

Tickets are available at Ticketmaster or the Music Pier Box Office.

TUESDAY, JULY 20 The Ocean City Theatre Company will present “Jack and the Beanstalk: The Musical!” Young Jack and his Mother have had their fair share of problems since Jack’s father disappeared—not only have they sold their precious cow, but now there’s a giant to deal with as well! Take a musical trip up the beanstalk with Jack and discover the town’s unexpected solution to the giant’s grumpy attitude.

The show will be performed at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. All tickets are $10 in advance and $12 on the day of the show.

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Funtastic Tuesdays entertainment and activities on downtown Asbury Avenue will run 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 20 and continue Tuesday mornings through the season.

Mummers Night features string bands strutting the Ocean City Boardwalk on Tuesday nights from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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Raptors Return to Keep Seagulls at Bay

By Steffen Klenk

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ince the beginning of summer, there’s been a noticeable absence in the number of seagulls on the Ocean City boardwalk. No pesky birds swooping down for a slice of pizza, french fries or funnel cake. This is all thanks to the help of seven trained raptors. For up to twelve hours a day, these birds of prey fly high and low over the boardwalk, warding away opportunistic gulls from beachgoers and visitors in downtown Ocean City, their location being tracked by GPS. East Coast Falcons, the company behind the program, is utilizing seven raptors; four falcons, two hawks and an owl. One of the birds you might find flying high over Ocean City is the Harris hawk, whose wingspan is up to 46 inches and has an overall height of 2 feet. They have dark plumage, white tail feathers and reddish shoulders.

Harris’s hawks can be found throughry, which is complex in raising and out the Southwestern United States, guiding these birds. There are strict parts of Mexico, Chile, Brazil and federal and state-wide laws to practice falconry nationwide. Only those Argentina.

At night, the Eurasian eagle owl who prove their true dedication to will take to the boardwalk, with a falconry will be approved for the weight of up to 11 lbs. and a wingmany licenses. span between 4 ½ - 6 ½ feet wide.

This program arrived in Ocean City two years ago and has also The most distinctive features of this particular owl are their very large, been used for much similar seagull orange eyes, used to help them see abatement. One such is 85,000 to extremely well in the dark. They have 100,000 seagulls at a waste facility. feathery ear-tufts and are golden East Coast Falcons were successful in brown with darker splotches. The encouraging a huge flock of starling Eurasian eagle-owl is considto leave a blueberry farm that ered one of the largest was losing 40-50% of their living owl species in the crops. Swanson says the world. program so far has Erik Swanson is been very successful. the owner of East “People are showing Coast Falcons, a up from different bird abatement states to try and company ba sed get a glimpse of the out of Lodi, Bergen hawks. The people County. Swanson has here really like it.” been training falcons for City officials are over 30 years and is now a praising the work of East Master Falconer. Becoming 7 year old gyrfalcon Coast Falcons. Since arriva Master Falconer takes no Strawberry. ing in August 2019, many of less than seven years which the seagulls have swarmed includes a two-year apprenticeship. elsewhere. Swanson says that the seagulls should learn to stay away Raptor training requires a vast amount of knowledge in falconfrom the boardwalk in search of food

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Ian, trainer at East Coast Falcons, with 7 year old gyrfalcon Strawberry. and go back to the ocean hunting for fish and crabs.

Mr. Swanson and his team of raptors and trainers have provided thousands of vacationers a pleasant experience along the boardwalk.

From now until mid-November, the falcons, hawks and owl will fly over Ocean City.

Steffen Klenk is a multimedia journalist. He resides in Ocean City and enjoys capturing the eclectic moments of shore life.

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ur Children Making Change recently kicked off their 13th season. The non-profit organization was founded by local mom Laura

Dulac, when she noticed that there were not a lot of volunteer opportunities for her kids to participate in. In response, she formed Our Children Making Change, a way for children of all ages to contribute to charities in their communities through fundraising. It is an opportunity for children who may be too young to volunteer to become active participants in their community through work that is just right for them.

Over the years, thousands of children have participated, benefitting many charities. To date, Our Children

Prim and Proper Primitives When Prim and Proper Primitives opened their shop in Stainton’s in November 2020, GiAnna Weller was not new to business. The home décor shop had been in operation since 2013 in Womelsdorf, PA, and just celebrated its first anniversary at its new location in Historic Smithville.

Taking a small spot at Stainton’s then expanding was, according to GiAnna, one of the best business decisions she’s ever made.

The shop’s motto, “Welcome Home”, shows in the décor they offer.

H a n d m a d e barnwood signs fill their shop with rustic appeal and are complemented by countryhome accessories and gifts.

Hand-stitched dolls speak of a simpler time and remind us of being cozy in our living rooms with the family. This is exactly the feel GiAnna is going for when selecting the items she sells. If you ask her why this feel appeals to her so much, she’ll tell you, “We spend so much time at home building memories and raising our families so it’s a passion of mine.”

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Those handmade barnwood signs are extremely popular at Prim and Proper Primitives, not only because of their high quality, but also because you can find them for every season and holiday. You can even get one that says Ocean City, NJ! GiAnna’s favorite items though are the hand-poured candles, made with high grade oils which provide a pure long burn and aroma.

“They are heavenly!” she says.

GiAnna has always had a head for entrepreneurship as she comes from two business owner parents. The success of her business was simply inevitable.

Though she was born in South Jersey, GiAnna was raised in Pennsylvania, in the “heart of farmland”, which has guided many of her design choices for her shops. But as her business success was inevitable, so was the pull of the Jersey Shore for her, so she and her family recently relocated to South Jersey.

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Making Change has raised over half a million dollars, all of which was donated directly to local non-profit organizations.

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which all of the children fundraise for. A few of the non-profits chosen to be a recipient this year are The Boys and Girls Club of Atlantic City, Reeds Organic Farm and Animal Sanctuary, Egg Harbor Township Police Athletic League, Heart of Surfing and the Humane Society of Ocean City.

Each participant is asked to raise $100 during the summer. How do the kids raise $100? Lots of ways.

The kids choose how. "Some of their favorite ways are by selling lemonade,

organizing events such as bike-athons and scavenger hunts. We have kids teaching yoga at Grace & Glory Yoga in Northfield, making bracelets and bead art, selling painted seashells, selling coffee and baked goods. Some link up with small businesses such as Maui Joe’s selling shaved ice and Jessie’s of Linwood, selling baked goods and drinks," shares team leader Jaclyn Todd.

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money into the Our Children Making Change bank account. At the closing ceremony in August, checks are presented to a member of each non-profit organization. It’s very powerful for the kids to see the money being given to the organizations and how grateful they are. Following

the closing ceremony, the kids are given wristbands to ride the Ocean City rides for two hours. It’s a fun way to reward them for their hard work.

Our Children Making Change offers a meaningful experience that has a big impact on children. If you would like more information or to get your kids involved, please visit ourchildrenmakingchange.org or visit them on Facebook.

Our Children Making Change Maui Joe shaved ice fundraising event is Thursday July 29th from 5:30-7pm on the corner of Wabash and Schoolhouse Drive in Linwood.

Steve's Trains & Toys Steve Lattanzio comes from a generation of children who adored model trains, setting up towns and stations and tracks. So, it comes as no surprise that what started in 1987 as something to keep him occupied when he eventually retired, soon turned into a business, and thus Steve’s Trains and Toys was born. When the

business moved into Stainton’s nearly two years ago it was already chugging along successfully in other similar shops and markets and Steve had been selling at train and toy shows around New Jersey.

People had come to know Steve and trust not only his integrity, but his knowledge of his products and the research he had done on all of them as well. Plus, he’s always loved talking about the history of trains.

Shoppers can find various model train items in Steve’s shop, from tiny trees, lights, and people for set-ups to large engines and cars

made by names well-respected in the model train world. There are also buildings such as the General Store. But don’t forget about the toys in Steve’s Trains and Toys.

There are vintage toys to choose from, like collectible Hess trucks and dolls, as well as new toys, like action figures (for play or collecting), Barbie dolls, and the wildly popular Funko Pops. rainy days on your vacation can be a drag, but Steve carries a variety of puzzles to keep the whole family occupied.

Many of Steve’s business practices were learned during his 45-year career in banking, from which he has been retired for almost ten years, so he places courtesy and respect at the top of his list of customer service priorities. Steve has lived his whole life in South Philly, and he and his wife have one son and three grandchildren.

They absolutely love helping with the kids and it keeps them pretty well occupied when Steve isn’t busy with his shop.

Stainton's, A Gallery of Shops 810 Asbury Ave, Ocean City (609) 545-8688

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Eating light and nutritious food is key to beating the summer heat.

Including fresh lettuces and fruits that contain lots of essential water helps us to stay hydrated and keep our skin vibrant and glowing.

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Ingredients ● 1/3 cup almonds , slithered ● 4 cups organic baby spinach ● 3/4 cup organic ripe strawberries, quartered ● 1 tsp. Sherry vinegar ● 1 tsp. Dijon mustard ● 3 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil ● Salt pepper to taste Place the almonds in a dry skillet or sauté pan. Cook over low heat, shaking the pan the entire time until the almonds are toasted. The almonds are done when you start to smell their “ toasty“ scent. Remove

the almonds from the pan and cool.

Wash and dry the spinach. Prepare the dressing by placing the vinegar and mustard in a mixing bowl.

Slowly whisk in the oil until all is incorporated. Place the spinach in a large bowl. Add the strawberries, almonds and dressing. Toss to coat.

If desired, season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Enjoy!

Serves 4 ● Calories - 162.5 ● Fat - 15.2 grams ● Carbs - 6.2 grams ● Dietary fiber - 2.2 mg ● Protein - 2.7 grams Nancy Adler is a certified nutritionist and practitioner in Linwood. Her office is located in Cornerstone Commerce Center, 1201 New Rd. Learn about her practice at ww.nancyadlernutrition.com (609)653-4900 Nancy is the Recipient of the Best of The Press 2020 Gold Award. You may listen to Nancy every Sunday at 2 pm Nancy Adler Nutrition LIVE! NewsTalk 1400 WOND

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Time For an Elephant-Sized Celebration as Lucy Turns 140 By: Valerie Lonkart

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ust how famous is Lucy the Elephant? He has his very own postcard during the opening sequence of National Lampoon's Vacation, is a registered National Historic Landmark, and is America's oldest roadside attraction, even older than the Statue of Liberty. To celebrate his 140th Birthday, the Save the Lucy Committee is having a "National Landmark's Summer Vacation at Lucy" celebration on Saturday, July 17th from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m.

Before we dive into the festivities, no, the he is not a typo. According to lucytheelephant.org, "the Elephant was originally named 'Elephant Bazaar' when James V. Lafferty, Jr. built the structure in 1881. A future owner of the elephant, Sophia Gertzen, changed the name to 'Lucy' and it stuck — but Lucy is not a girl as the name suggests! Since Lucy has very prominent tusks, 'she' has to be a 'he.'

So, Lucy is actually a boy!" This reporter learned something new today.

"After last year's scaled down

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event due to the pandemic, we are ready to celebration Lucy's 140th milestone birthday in grand fashion," said Lucy Executive Director Rich Helfant.

This year's birthday extravaganza will feature such favorites as the trackless train ride and a 9-hole miniature golf course. There will be new and exciting rides, games, and inflatables for kids of all ages. Back by popular demand, Mackie the Stiltwalker will also be celebrating Lucy. Hot dogs, funnel cakes, French fries, and slushies will all be available throughout the day. And no party would be complete without cake! A birthday cake for our favorite elephant will be served up at 3 p.m.

If a tour of Lucy is on your bucket list (and it really ought to be), you're in luck! Tours of the inside of Lucy will be conducted every 45 minutes throughout the day. Tour-takers will enjoy a short video that gives a brief history of Lucy, have an opportunity to look out of Lucy's eyes, and will be

Lampoon movies of the 1980s.

This year's event is sponsored in part by OceanFirst Bank and Westfield Architects and Preservation Consultants.

All proceeds from this event will go toward Lucy's re-surfacing project, which is slated to begin in October 2021.

Lucy is located at 9200 Atlantic Avenue in Margate.

The rain date will be Sunday, July 18th.

able to climb the stairs to Lucy's howdah to see a spectacular 360-degree view of the ocean and island. Participants in the tour will get a deeper understanding of how Lucy went from being an attraction to a tavern to a summer home and back again. They can view artifacts and pieces of fabric used in the original construction as well as view Lucy-themed artwork by local artist Jon Baker.

And of course, there will be a collectible t-shirt. This year's theme?

You guessed it: it will resemble the movie posters from the National

A former educator, Valerie is a long-time South Jersey resident.

She spent over 20 years in the classroom teaching students English and Writing at the middle school and college levels. Prior to working in education, Valerie worked as a professional writer and editor in Washington, D.C. Valerie currently resides in Margate, NJ with her husband and two teenage kids. When not walking the beach with her puppy, she can be found teaching yoga on the island.

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I Scream, You Scream, it’s National Ice Cream Day!

By Holly Martin

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t’s the time of the year where my ice cream purchases hit an all time high. I can’t help but enjoy a creamy treat on a beautifully sunny hot day, even if it makes my cone melt. National Ice Cream Day is July 18th! To celebrate, we put together a list of some of our favorite Ice Cream Shops around the area.

A La Mode in Ocean City is a full service Ice Cream Parlor. From quick treats to birthday ice cream cakes, A La Mode is exactly what you imagine an “ice cream parlor” is. Their ice cream is made daily on site. It’s hard to make a decision on what you want! How do I choose a small cone when a freshly made hot waffle topped with ice cream, whipped cream, and toppings tickles at my nose. Don’t even get me started on the extensive banana split options.

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Lindy Hops in Galloway is a true blast from the past with their 50's themed Ice Cream Parlor. As soon as you walk into Lindy Hops, 50’s music is playing as you look over the menu.

Walk on the checkered floor to order one of their many creations. Hard ice cream, soft service, no sugar, water ice, frozen yogurt, and more sweet treats are available. It’s hard to find a place that gives you no sugar and no fat options, but Lindy Hops makes it happen!

Grab a cup, cone, and an ice cream cake to go!

Polish Water Ice all over the South Jersey Shore. I’ve enjoyed a Polish Water Ice Chiller of chocolate ice cream with brownie bites and cookie dough in Ocean City almost every time I’m in town. If I’m feeling something different I get their Freeze which is their twist on a gelati. Their water ice is the perfect consistency, and you might just think you’re eating ice cream! Their water ice is fat free, cholesterol free, and dairy free, so you can enjoy a soft serve

without dairy on Nation Ice Cream Day. The crazy colors of the water ice and the smooth creaminess of their ice creams makes your order unique and delicious. Plus, it’s a good photo to post on social media too!

Churn House in Ocean City has addins, toppings, and drizzles! Have you ever had your favorite cereal infused into your ice cream? Now is your chance to give it a try! Churn House has endless combinations of ice cream creations. They offer soft serve ice cream, and there is a vegan ice cream option. Then, you choose which cereal you want blended into your ice cream. I promise, you're not getting mouthfuls of cereal. Their machine blends the ice cream and cereal together to create an infused soft serve. To top it off, you add your toppings and drizzle. I tend to get bananas, strawberries, and a chocolate drizzle. There are staff-created options like “The Surfer Joe” with vanilla and chocolate twist ice cream blended with Special K cereal, topped with crushed heath bar, mini pretzels, and a marshmallow drizzle. There is also a little surprise when you order “The Surfer Joe.” Order it to find out!

Little’s Dairy Bar in Egg Harbor Twp has been my family’s go to place since I was a kid. All the kids would pile into the car screaming for ice cream. We’d pull up to the giant raisin and knew ice cream wasn’t too far away. My parents would argue that Little’s Dairy Bar has the creamiest ice cream in the area. I know I enjoy all the variety of sundaes from smores inspired sundaes to the banana brownie fudge creation in a cup. Before we leave, I ask for a frozen chocolate banana. Some of my fondest memories were made sitting at those picnic benches as my ice cream cone with rainbow jimmies melted down my hand.

Holly Martin has been working in media since 2012. She has worked as a photographer and videographer throughout her high school and college career. Holly is a producer for WOND radio as well as fill in DJ for 103.7 WMGM Rocks. She loves being a concert photographer and working as event staff. She has worked as a reporter for Temple University’s Philadelphia Neighborhoods and submitted Editorials to the Philadelphia Inquirer. She has done multiple multimedia articles for Temple as well as Shore Local Newsmagazine. Her portfolio website is hollyamartin.com

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Food and Wine Pairings

Wine Time

By Nikki Myers

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ne of the most common questions I get in my line of work is about food and wine pairings. This is such a nuanced topic with intense amounts of science to back up the answers (all of which I'm happy to geek out about on request!) but I strive to make it as approachable as possible. Let's tackle it, one food group, at a time. What better place to begin in the summer in a shore town than with seafood?

Typically, you'll want to pair fish with white or rose wines. Reds tend to be richer and more tannic - both elements that will overwhelm the delicate flavors and textures of most fish. There are exceptions to every rule of course, but this is a good starting point when in doubt.

If you're going out and are unsure exactly what type of seafood you'll be enjoying, I recommend a "safe" choice white wine: something that is not too extreme in any way, with moderate acidity and just a touch of residual sugar. The residual sugar is important because the cardinal rule of pairings is that the food must not ever be sweeter than the wine. If it is, your wine will taste horrifically bitter by comparison. Don't worry if you're not a sweet wine lover; wines with a small amount of sugar are not overtly sweet when well-balanced with acidity and structure. I recommend a wine made from Chenin Blanc grapes. You'll find options like this from South Africa, such as Balance ($10.99), but others from France under regional names.

One of my favorites is the Sauvion Vouvray ($17.99).

If you'll be doing shellfish specifically, you'll want something with a nice line of what we call "minerality" - that's the dominant flavor in most clams, oysters, etc. Sancerre is especially lovely with these types of foods, hailing from the Sancerre region of France where it is frequently paired with local shellfish. Karine Luaverjat ($25.99) is an old favorite, but Mellot Moussiere Sancerre has quickly won my heart ($31.99). If you're a raw bar

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enthusiast, you could never go wrong with a muscadet either. Try Bonnet Blanc ($16.99) next time you plan on having some oysters, and you'll never look back.

The type of fish can totally impact the decision, especially with things like Salmon, which are much fattier and meatier than other fishes. Salmon even opens up the door for the red wines I told you to avoid (like I said, rules are meant to be broken!) – but still, stick to very light, low tannin varietals like Beaujolais or Grolleau (like Montgilet, $13.99).

HOW the fish is prepared can also make a difference.

If it’s a scampi or a similarly richly-sauced dish, you could easily do a heavier white, like Chardonnay. Lobster smothered in butter also just begs for a creamy wine. Even lightly oaked Chardonnay is creamy enough to pack a punch next to these foods. Check out Valravn ($19.99) or Collovray et Terrier ($26.49). If you're really doubling down on butter, give Harken's barrel-fermented Chardonnay a shot ($13.99).

As with any food pairing, the most important thing is that you enjoy it!

Don't choose a wine pairing based on my recommendations even if it's a wine you know you'll hate, just for the sake of a "correct" pairing. The one thing I want everyone to do most is drink wine they love; rules be damned.

Happy eating, and cheers!

Nikki serves as Event Leader and Educator at Passion Vines Wine & Spirit Company, which has provided her countless resources on her wine journey.

She estimates that she knows approximately .001% of all there is to know about wine (most notably, the fact that there is an infinite amount of things to know about wine).

Most nights, she can be found sipping quirky dry reds from obscure regions.

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A Senior’s Observations, Opinions and Rantings

Around the Island Swim Senior Moments

By Charles P. Eberson

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n August 1, the “Around the Island Swim” will be held at the Jim Whelan Open Water Festival.

The event is the latest rendition of a 22.75 marathon swim around Absecon Island that began as a bet between two lifeguards in 1953 and until 2005 morphed into a professional swim with each swimmer having a lifeguard boat with two rowers and a trainer accompanying them around the island; no easy feat in itself. Those races featured such international swimming personalities as Christof Wandratsch, Michael Drozd, Claudio Plit, Stephane Lecat as well as local, Samantha Chabotar (Elko.)

I am sure more about this year’s race will be published as the race date approaches but I would like to share our family’s experience as the Directors of Housing for the FINA (Federation Internationale de Natation) sanctioned Around the Island Swim.

My wife and I were avid fans of the

Swim, so in 1997 when we were approached to take over the housing of seventeen international professional swimmers, our exuberance got the better of us and we agreed to do so. We were given a list of potential families, reached out to friends and managed to find host families for all the swimmers. Host families were responsible to house, feed and transport swimmers to training, meetings, social gatherings and most of all, get them to the race on time. Our swimmer was Gabriel Chaillou from Argentina. “Gabby” came in 3rd the year before, so we knew we had a contender. His English

was quite limited and our Spanish was nonexistent but somehow, we understood each other.

We put the TV on in the evening for a little relaxation but struggled to find something without a lot of speaking. Without thinking, we selected “Shark Week” which elicited a strong spillage of unintelligible verbiage which could only be interpreted as a negative response. I don’t know what we were thinking of choosing such a show when Gabe was going to spend at least eight hours in our surrounding waters. Searching the channels, Gabe blurted out “Moe,

Larry, Curly” and instantly the Three Stooges closed the cultural gap.

We got Gabe to the start at The Flying Cloud in Gardner’s Basin early in the morning and followed him around the island cheering from bridges over the Intracoastal Waterway and from various house parties along the route. It was quite the festive atmosphere. Gabe came in 2nd in a time of 9:47:03. The winner’s time was 9:29:12. It took almost 12 hours for the last place swimmer to finish.

Gabriel came back to us the next year with his “trainer” aka, friend Alexis.

Gabe continued to return year after year with Alexis and his girlfriend and later his wife, Karina for a total of nine years with our family. Karina was an accomplished swimmer in her own right as a participant on the Italian national swim team. Our son was nine years old and on our local swim team when Gabe first arrived. It was a treat to have him swim with the professional swimmers when they all trained together.

Gabe, Karina and Alexis continued to stay with us every year for a total of the nine years Gabe competed and they became our international family.

When they were living in Torino, Italy for a few years, we visited them as a side trip from our friends in France.

Gabe and Karina moved out of their one bedroom apartment and stayed with friends while letting us stay at their place. We still stay in touch via emails and Facetime calls. They now live near the ocean in Argentina with a 14 year old daughter and 12 year old son who are also competent swimmers, of course. We have a standing invitation to visit them so who knows…I might be showing their children episodes of Shark Week.

Charles Eberson has been in the newspaper business for over 25 years. He has worked as a writer, advertising executive, circulation manager and photographer. His photography can be viewed at charles-eberson. fineartamerica.com

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Playing for Aisling's Honor Let It Grow

By Tammy Thornton

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riends and family remembered Aisling Cooke in a way they knew would make her proud—with a highly competitive soccer game. The fourth Annual Aisling Cooke Alumni game

was held at the All Wars Memorial Field in Linwood on July 7, 2021.

Former players from the boys’ and girls’ Mainland Regional High School’s Soccer teams gathered on the steamy July evening to remember and honor their former teammate and friend.

The standout soccer player and her teammates were on their way to a charity soccer tournament at St. Augustine Prep in Buena, when their car was struck in a tragic accident.

Aisling died on September 3, 2014, as a result of the accident. The Mainland community came together after the tragedy to show their love for Aisling and support of her parents, Hugh and

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Deirdre Cooke, and younger brother Colin. In the summer of 2018, the first alumni game honoring Aisling was held and the event has grown ever since.

Among others, 2018 Mainland Regional High School graduates Keegan Ford, Jules Cino, and Georgia Schoen helped organize the alumni game.

They had also been Mainland soccer players and had gone to school with Aisling since kindergarten. Keegan’s dad, Eric Ford, is proud of how the group has come together and said, “These kids have this special bond no matter how much time has passed.

It is a cool way to honor her and a night for the community to come together. I love it!” Prior to the start of the game, the players gathered at the center of the field for a moment

of silence to remember Aisling. A green heart (representing Mainland Regional’s school color) and Aisling’s soccer jersey “#4” have become sym-

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Mainland graduates surround Deirdre amd Hugh Cooke after participating in the Fourth Annual Aisling Cooke Alumni Soccer Game. bols for remembering the 14-year-old student that was just entering her freshman year at the high school.

After the game, family, friends, and alumni gathered around a large green heart painted on the grass and the bench that has been placed at the field in her memory.

Each year, the alumni game has grown. This year the Governor’s

Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (GCADA) supported the event by supplying T-shirts for the players.

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Tammy Thornton is a mom of four, a substitute teacher, and a Sunday school teacher. She is passionate about gardening and cooking, and loves the beach.

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Extra Points with Pete Sports & Entertainment

By Pete Thompson

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s I write this, the Stanley Cup playoffs are over.

The MLB All-Star Game is about to take place. The NBA Finals are well underway, and the Open Championship is about to take place “across the pond”. Some of these are happening at the time they normally would happen. Other events are later than normal. But no matter what, it’s an interesting time for sports for sure!

Since I last wrote, the Phillies finished up a solid road trip and go into the all-star break on a high note.

Plus, a new crop of future Phillies are drafted. The Sixers have a new C.E.O. and one of their biggest stars gets ridiculed at the ESPY’s. An Eagles position coach sees his son get a pretty significant honor. The Flyers turn t-shirts into money for a cause that’s near and dear to their heart. Meanwhile, on the local front, Chase Petty hears his name called at the MLB Amateur Draft in Denver

Chase Petty - drafted by Minnesota / MLB Network on Day One. Finally, I’m starting to play a lot more golf, and visited two local courses as part of an upcoming feature here in Shore Local.

From entertainment, I was sad to see a beloved actor from the show “Night Court” has passed. As well as a wrestling legend from when it was still called the W.W.F. Plus, I watched a documentary about one of my favorite rock star lead singers of all-time, who tragically left us way too soon. As always though, we begin with sports, and my thoughts:

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I’ll start with the Phillies they went 5-2 on a road trip that took them to Chicago and Boston prior to the all-star break. They hit the break exactly at .500 with a 4444 record, and only three and a half games behind the Mets in the N.L. East. I think that’s pretty darn good, all things considered!

Let’s start at Wrigley Field where the Phillies took a series from the Cubs in Chicago for the first time since August of 2006. They did so by breaking out the bats as in just four games they hit 21 singles, 10 doubles, 13 home runs and scored 39 total runs. Hey, that’s an offensive EXPLOSION! Then it was on to historic Fenway Park in Boston where they won two out of three, although the Sunday wrap up game was not what was expected. Aaron Nola was SUPPOSED to start the final game of the series against former Phillie Nick Pivetta, but Alec Bohm tested

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positive for COVID-19, and three other players were deemed to be in “close contact”, including Nola, so it became a “bullpen game”.

The Phils won it 5-4, but the real hero is Ranger Suarez, who recorded a seven-out save to send the Phillies into the break on a high note. The 25-year-old lefty has come back from injuries, COVID-19, and visa issues in spring training to post a 0.77 ERA in 21 appearances since getting called up from triple A. Suárez picked up the Phillies’ first seven-out save in a one-run game since Don Carman on June 19, 1985.

One other guy I want to highlight is utility infielder Ronald Torreyes.

Stepping in for Bohm, Torreyes had three hits in the victory. Torreyes has started 31 of the last 46 games and gone 31-for-115 (.270) with three homers and 18 RBIs in those starts while playing solid defense.

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A few final baseball items before I move on as the Phillies drafted 18-year-old right handed pitcher Andrew Painter from Calvary Christian High School in Florida with the 13th pick overall in the first round of the MLB Draft last Sunday night. It was the second straight year the Phillies spent their first-round pick on a highschool pitcher, and you can almost see them salivating at the chance to pair Painter with Mick Abel, the right-hander they selected last summer with the No. 15 pick.

Painter is armed with a high-90s fastball and struck out more than half the batters he faced this season while posting a 0.31 ERA in 45 1/2 innings.

13 picks later, the Minnesota Twins make Somers Point native and Mainland alum Chase Petty’s dreams come true as they picked him at #26 overall. Afterwards, Petty revealed that he’s become friendly with Mike Trout and that the Millville native gave him his number so they can stay in touch.

Trout even texted Petty on draft night to wish him good luck and also be a sounding board for Petty so he kind of knew what he was in for. In addition, Petty was scheduled to have dinner on Monday night with Fernando Tatis, Jr. and Manny Machado as they all share the same agent. Lofty times indeed…! Best of luck Chase Petty… we can all only hope you stay as humble as Mike Trout has..!

My last baseball item involves the Home Run Derby. Now maybe it’s because it was in the high altitude of Denver but what took place at Coors Field on Monday night was FUN to watch…!

But first, a quick story...In 1998, I was working at KDUH-TV in Scottsbluff, Nebraska and I covered the Rockies from afar. I had applied for press credentials for the All-Star Game that year, but then I got a job in Lincoln at a different station. However, my pal Redo Celli still wanted to go to the game & such. I had gotten him a credential too, so that’s how he and my other friend Leon Hurley ended up with press passes to the 1998 All-Star Game at Coors Field. They still laugh about how everyone else had legitimate equipment and credentials and they were there with those little Kodak throw-away cameras!

Sorry, I get distracted sometimes.

Now, as for this year’s home run derby, everyone thought that Shohei Ohtani was a given to win.

But a funny thing happened on the way to his sure victory. The Mets Pete Alonso came out on fire and

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hit 35 home runs in the first round to set a new record. Ohtani went to, essentially, double overtime and a swing-off with Washington’s Juan Soto and was eliminated in the first round! In the end, Alonso beat out Baltimore’s Trey Mancini to become the third back-to-back home run derby champ in the event’s history. Alonso finished with 74 total home runs and joins Ken Griffey Junior and Yoenis Cespedes in winning consecutive titles.

In basketball, Milwaukee beat Phoenix at home 120-100 in Game 3 to get the NBA Finals to 2-1 as I write this. I picked the Suns in

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six, and I’m not backing off that prediction, even though Phoenix looked pretty darn good in Games 1 and 2.

Meanwhile, the Sixers have a new C.E.O. as Thaddeus “Tad” Brown takes over as the new C.E.O. of Harris Blitzer Sports and Entertainment, whose properties include the 76ers, the New Jersey Devils and the Prudential Center in Newark. Brown has spent the last 15 years as the C.E.O. of the Houston Rockets, so he’ll be reunited with Daryl Morey, the Sixers President of Basketball Operations. The NBA draft is just a few weeks away on Thursday

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July 29th. Unlike the Sam Hinkie era, the Sixers only currently have TWO draft picks as they are set to pick at #28 in Round 1 and have overall pick #50 in the second round from the New York Knicks.

That’s it. But stay tuned.

A national TV audience was tuned in for the ESPYs last Saturday night when actor & host Anthony Mackie told folks that “Ben Simmons took home a special ESPY for his humanitarian work. Not everybody knows this but Ben Simmons had been building orphanages like this one completely

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out of his playoff bricks.” While speaking, there was a screen full of bricks that Mackie pointed to. Yo…if you’re so bad you’re getting TROLLED at the ESPYs? Sheesh…a new low for Simmons.

To which he probably doesn’t even care! Less than two weeks after being sent home for the summer, Simmons dropped $17.5 million on a 12,000-square-foot, seven-bedroom mansion outside of Los Angeles that came with an indoor Bonsai tree. His neighbors are Kanye West and Paul George.

Then, last week, Simmons and Maya Jama, the British TV and radio personality, were caught by cameras kissing in the stands at Wimbledon. Oh yeah, this is going to play over REALLY well by the Sixers faithful! There are some who say “give the guy a break”. To that I say, “Do your job and we’ll stop complaining!”

In football, things are pretty quiet with the Eagles as they continue to count down the days until training camp begins on Sunday August 8th. In the meantime, a new Eagles position coach got a pretty big thrill the other night during the MLB draft. Three picks before the Phillies drafted a high school power pitcher, the Mets

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drafted a right-handed pitcher out of Vanderbilt named Kumar Rocker at No. 10. Not ringing any bells? Well, Rocker is the son of Eagles new defensive line coach Tracy Rocker, who was hired as a part of Nick Sirianni’s coaching staff this offseason.

From hockey, Flyers Charities are giving a $50,000 grant to Dr. Margaret Chou, an associate professor and cancer researcher at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia since 2019. The money was raised by the Flyers selling “Oskar Strong” T-shirts at home games as well as other fundraising activities following Lindblom’s diagnosis of Ewing’s sarcoma in December 2019. This one makes me smile because Lindblohm’s cancer is in remission and also because Flyers fans truly are the most GENEROUS fans out there. Good stuff Flyers and Flyers fans!

In golf, the Open Championship (or as we call it “The British Open”) was the only major not played in 2020. Its back this year at a quirky location at Royal St. George’s in England. Fans will be back too, but all is not normal as there are stiff protocols in place and already some COVID positive players having to withdraw. I’ll still watch though, as the wild mounding

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produces some odd bounces and sheer curiosity to see who is the last man standing.

Locally, I’ve been teeing it up quite a bit lately as I played nine holes in the morning on Monday with Sean Fawcett at Heritage Links and then another nine holes at Vineyard Golf in the afternoon.

Sean is going to be debuting a new feature called “Playing A-Round with PT” in the Shore Local pag-

es soon, but let me get a jump on things by telling you what a hidden gem Heritage Links is. If you’ve never played it, it’s a quaint nine-hole course at 1375 Route 9 in Ocean View. What was once a family farm is now a fun test of golf where you really don’t need to pull the driver out that much.

When we played, we made it around nine holes in just 90 minutes! Play in the morning and go to the beach in the afternoon…! If you want more information, check out the ad here in Shore Local or visit www.golfheritagelinks.com.

Rob Prettyman has the course in GREAT shape!

As always, I’ll close with a few items from entertainment as I was sad to see that actor Charles Robinson passed away at the age of 75. Best known for his role as “Mac” on the NBC sitcom “Night Court”, Robinson had a 50-year career where he appeared in movies such as “Secret Santa,” “The River,” “Set It Off,” “Antwone Fisher,” “Jackson,” “Even Money” and “Miss Lettie and Me,” and TV series including “Buffalo Bill,” “Home Improvement,” “Hart of Dixie,” “NCIS” and “The Guestbook.”. I especially liked him as a blind, upstairs neighbor to Bonnie & Christy in the TV show “Mom” recently.

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thought he was dead." You might say that a part of Hutchence did die that day, as Christensen says his personality changed from "joyful, sweet, deep and emotional" to "dark and very angry." Sad stuff, right?

Let’s try to end on a happy note then, and I’ll say that I was at the New Jersey State Barbecue Championship in North Wildwood last weekend. I can’t tell you how GREAT it was to see so many SMILING faces. I hope you’re all having an awesome summer and am thankful for your readership!

Pete has been the local "sports guy" at the Jersey Shore since 2004.

After a decade with TV 40, he joined 97.3 ESPN radio to talk Eagles, Phillies, Sixers & Flyers with Mike Gill on "The SportsBash" each day from 2-6 p.m.

Pete is proud to be a "voice" for the annual ShopRite LPGA Classic each June, and does emcee work for groups like the National Football Foundation, The Old Grad Awards, and The 200 Club of Atlantic County. You can hear Pete each Tuesday on 97.3 ESPN at 5:30p, and if you see him out & about in the community, he requests that you please say "Hi". Send comments to PBrooksT@aol.com

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Rest in peace also to former pro wrestler Paul Orndorff, aka “Mr. Wonderful” who has passed away at age 71. Hey, it’s one thing to be Hulk Hogan, but it’s another thing to play the “heel” and be popular, and Orndorff was immensely popular. The first WrestleMania in 1985 saw WWF World Heavyweight Champion Hogan and Mr. T, accompanied by Snuka, face off against the Piper and Orndorff, who were accompanied by Cowboy Bob Orton.

while visiting his girlfriend, supermodel Helena Christensen, The INXS front man spent an entire evening partying. Rather than drive, he was drunkenly riding a bicycle home, down the middle of a street. After refusing to move out of the path of a taxi, the irate driver stepped out of his vehicle and punched Hutchence; his head violently hit the curb, knocking him out. “He was unconscious and there was blood coming out of his mouth and ear," Christensen recalls in Mystify, the new documentary about Hutchence's life. "I

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And, I hate to end with three sad items, but a friend of mine, Joe Nickels, aka DJ Sparkles, posted on Facebook about a Michael Hutchence documentary he saw recently. Now, I love all things INXS, and I did read the book the Farris brothers put out about the band. However, this documentary called “Mystify: Michael Hutchence” was OUSTANDING. It’s on Amazon Prime right now, and what I didn’t realize is that the Australian’s life changed dramatically in 1992. As the story goes, one night in Copenhagen,

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Focus on the Flower: Echinacea (Coneflower)

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ttractive to both pollinators and birds, purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is a must-have in the garden. Despite the name, these easy-to-grow perennials look like pink (not purple) daisies with prickly centers. In the spring, the leaves of the dormant plant will begin to emerge from the ground. By summer, you will have beautiful flowers that last until fall.

Once established, purple coneflowers are drought resistant. They will flower best in a well-drained, fullsun location in the garden, making them perfect for our hot summers and sandy South Jersey soil. Though I enjoy their colorful flowers all summer, one of my favorite things about purple coneflowers happens once their bloom season has come to a

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close. As the petals fall, the spiky seed head dries out, giving it the look of thistle. You can see why the name of this plant comes from the Greek word for hedgehog or sea urchin (echinos). Not only do the interesting seed heads provide interest in the garden and allow the plant to self-seed, but American Goldfinches (New Jersey’s state bird) will visit your garden to eat the seeds. I love watching these colorful yellow and black birds balancing on the dried seed heads while pulling at the seeds with their beaks.

Even late in the season, as most of the flowers are finished, you will see some lingering blooms among the seed heads. The combination of colors from the flowers plus the vibrant yellow and black birds makes a lovely, col-

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Shore Local News would love to hear about your gardens and favorite flowers. Please send your questions, comments, and pictures to: shorelocalgardener@gmail.com.

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Sometimes the same garden names are used for different flowers, causing some confusion. Another flower also referred to as coneflower can be seen in gardens all over South Jersey this time of year.

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Chill Out: Summer Recipes to Stay Cool

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t’s hot. You may feel like you’re living inside a giant convection oven with all of this heat. We are all desperate for ways to beat the heat, so jump in a pool, turn on a fan, or wear a flowy sundress, and try these cool summer recipes:

Watermelon Gazpacho

This cold soup will refresh you and make for a unique lunch dish to share with family or friends. It’s so easy, too!

Ingredients: ● 6 cups of seedless watermelon ● 1 cucumber ● 1 jalapeno pepper ● 1 large tomato ● ½ cup of lemon juice ● ½ cup of lime juice ● 2 tbsp of red wine vinegar ● Salt and pepper to taste ● Crumbled feta as a garnish Blend watermelon and pour into a large bowl. Peel cucumber and chop roughly.

Chop pepper and remove seeds.

Chop tomato and remove seeds.

Blend cucumber, pepper, and tomato and stir into the watermelon mixture.

Add lemon and lime juice, salt and pepper, and red wine vinegar. Stir thoroughly, and strain into another large bowl.

Cover and refrigerate for three hours.

Serve chilled, and top with crumbled feta. Yum!

Caprese Salad

This classic salad will make you feel like you’ve arrived in the Italian countryside. Make sure to use the freshest, most local ingredients!

Ingredients: ● 1 quart of mozzarella balls ● 2 pints of baby tomatoes ● 2 cups of chopped basil leaves ● ¼ cup of balsamic vinegar ● 2 tbsp of olive oil ● 2 tbsp of lemon juice ● Salt and pepper to taste Wash baby tomatoes and pour in a large bowl. Chop basil leaves and add to the large bowl. Combine with mozzarella balls, vinegar, olive oil, lemon

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juice, and salt and pepper. Serve cold, and enjoy with a slice of crusty bread!

Cucumber Mint Vodka Cocktail

Sip this delicious mixed drink and taste summer relaxation! The cucumber-mint flavors will quench your thirst and beat the summer heat.

Ingredients:

1 cucumber, sliced thinly 1 cup of mint leaves ● 1 cup of vodka ● 2 cups of lemonade ● 1 cup of sparkling water Wash and slice cucumber, and roughly chop mint leaves. In a large pitcher, place cucumber slices and mint leaves (leave some cucumber slices for garnish). Combine with vodka, lemonade, and sparkling water.

Stir thoroughly, and serve drinks over ice with a slice of cucumber placed on the rim of the glass as a garnish.

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Here’s What's Cooking at this Year's Brigantine Food Truck Festival first to be announced, serving up a selection of classic and delicious sandwiches and burgers.

Be sure to check out their range of cheesesteaks from the classic Philly Cheesesteak to their locally inspired Jersey Devil Cheesesteak, which features pepper jack cheese for a devilish kick.

Next up is Vagabond Kitchen and Tap House, a vendor who was featured on “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.”

Their permanent location boasts 24 unique taps with a rotating selection of craft brews and wines, along with an award-winning menu with a wide selection of food to appease the masses.

For those with a sweet tooth, High Tide Treats will be on hand to provide an array of treats such as waffle pops, milk shakes, homemade sweets, jumbo chocolate chip cookies…I could go on, but I know you are already

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salivating. The food truck will be run by home baker, mom, and beach lover Kristen who developed all of the recipes from her home kitchen.

Haddon-based food truck and catering company, Just Fork It, will be serving from their outstanding food truck menu which features classics including an Italian Porker Slider and Truffle Brussel Sprouts, all using the freshest ingredients.

They also create specials for each event, and I am sure that they have something special planned for this festival that will surely WOW the crowds.

With the festival taking place in the peak of summer, you will want to beat the heat with a shaved ice cup from Kona Ice of Haddonfield. This is not your typical shaved ice. One of their most recent featured flavors is the “Peace Love And PickeDillys”, made with dill pickles, shaved ice, cherry syrup, a sour shot, and Tajin seasoning. This is one you are going to need to try – sweet, salty, and refreshing.

Now, for those of you who are still set on that pizza you were promised, Buon Viaggio Mobile Wood Fire Oven will be there spinning some of the most authentic Italian pizza you will find outside of Italy itself. The pizzas are crispy, incredibly fresh, and all homemade. Now just imagine yourself on your beach chair with a fresh pizza and tell me that does not sound like the perfect way to spend your day.

For an extra serving of sweetness, two iconic treats will be served over the weekend. Probably the most Instagram-worthy cupcakes in the

area from House of Cupcakes, including mermaid themed, moist vanilla cupcakes. Their vibrantly decorated cupcakes are sure to turn the heads of everyone in your family.

Additionally, Mannino’s Cannoli Express serve freshly made to order Cannolis, right in front of your eyes.

They use only the highest-quality shells, imported all the way from Sicily, and were voted the top 101 in America in 2016/17. They say it will be the best Cannoli you have ever had, and thousands of their customers agree.

This is excitingly only a handful of those food trucks which will be in attendance, with several more yet to be announced. There is also going to be live music which will be announced closer to the date. So, to keep up with all the latest announcements, make sure you follow their Facebook page (@brigantinefoodtruckfest) where they give updates on the latest food trucks to join the convoy.

Street parking for the event is free in Brigantine, and permit parking is available on some streets. More information can be found on their website (https://www.brigantinefoodtruckfest.com/location).

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Cheap Summer Date Ideas That’ll Make You Smile the Whole Way Through

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ave goodbye to social distancing and welcome sweet summer rendezvouses. The parade of romance and friendship is in full swing. Here are some ideas to make your dates fun and budget-friendly: 1. Check Out an Outdoor Concert What’s better than listening to local bands and watching the sunset?

Grab a couple beach chairs and visit http://www.somerspointbeachconcerts.com/ for the full Somers Point beach concert schedule. Check out the events listing on page 12-13 for more outdoor concert listings.

2. Stroll Through the Cape May Zoo Relive the wonder of childhood and awe at animals at the Cape May Zoo.

The park is over 200 acres including the Zoo, with many forested areas, picnic areas, walking paths, bike paths, fishing ponds, picnic pavilions, disc golf course, playgrounds & more. Admission to the Park and Zoo is completely free as well as all parking for cars. Summer Zoo Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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3. Enjoy a Beach Day Hit the beach hard by bringing all the essentials: beach chairs, music, ball/frisbee, shovels and sweet treats. Swim in the waves or take a walk along the shoreline! Atlantic City and Wildwood beaches are free. Margate beaches are free on Thursdays.

4. Paint Seashells Collect shells, wash them out, and have a craft day with your partner!

For a messier, sillier, date, try fingerpainting and see who can create the prettiest masterpiece!

5. Stroll on Asbury Avenue in Ocean City The avenue has attractions for all people. Window shop, pick up a coffee or doughnut, and celebrate small businesses.

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Attendance is free to the public, and there will be limited snacks and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase at each concert. In the event of inclement weather, concert venue changes or cancellations will be posted to the Somers Point Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SomersPoint.

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6. Take a Hike at the Egg Harbor Township Nature Reserve This local hidden gem offers awesome trails for an easy trek around a beautiful lake. Bring a dog to walk, sunglasses, and sneakers! 317 Zion Rd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 7. Bike the Boardwalk Wake up early, pack some bikes, and ride the boardwalk before it gets too crowded. Pro Tip: Snag some delicious, warm doughnuts at Brown's for a breakfast to look forward to!

The Ocean City boardwalk allows biking everyday before 12pm and anytime on the Ventnor Boardwalk.

8. Pick flowers at a local farm Find a nearby sunflower farm (there’s a great one in Petersburg!) and bask in the beauty of nature. Pick some flowers and take a picture to capture the memory! The sunflower field is located at 121 Old Tuckahoe Road in Petersburg/Woodbine 08270. Phone: 609-536-4080.

9. Host a Board Game Night Gather some friends or family and play some old-fashioned board games! Make sure to offer prizes for the winners! Take advantage of the warm weather and long days by playing outside.

10. Go Camping Locally Enjoy a different kind of “staycation” and pitch a tent at a nearby campground! Do some hiking or kaya-

king, and build a fire to make smores!

Belleplain State Forest is a favorite of mine. 1 Henkinsifkin Road, Woodbine, NJ 08270 11. Enjoy a Wine Tasting Visit one of the many vineyards in South Jersey and learn the art of wine tasting. Dress fancy and pretend to be artsy and fabulous! Renault Winery is located at 72 Bremen Ave, Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215 12. Try Crabbing Pick up some bait and traps, sit on a dock, and wait! Smell the salty air and appreciate the beauty of the bay.

13. Walk the Ninth Street Bridge (Route 52 Causeway) At approximately 2.5 miles each way,, It’s a feat, for sure. Pack water, snacks and sunscreen and prepare for a challenging climb! Take in the views at the rookery visible from the Visitors Center. You can spot herons, egrets and more.

14. Ride the Ferris Wheel Visit your local beach amusement park at sunset and enjoy the spectacular views from the top of a ferris wheel! Make sure to take pictures! (Ocean City, Atlantic City and Wildwood boardwalks have ferris wheels.)

15. Feed animals at The Funny Farm in Mays Landing Check out the animal sanctuary and get up close with horses, goats, dogs and kittens! Free to visitors on Sundays and Tuesdays. For more information visit funnyfarmrescue.org 16. Explore Corson’s Inlet Hike the beautiful beach trails on the far side of Ocean City, and try to spot different birds, shells and seagrass types. For more information about Corson’s Inlet, check out the feature in page 18-19.

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Pass the Torch: Five Ways to Celebrate the 2021 Olympics

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he summer games kick off on Friday, July 23rd, and now is the time to start planning how you and your crew will enjoy this unique time.

Even though the Olympics will not be allowing in-person spectators, you can still have fun and join in on the festivities. Here are five ways to bring the Olympic spirit home:

Food Olympics

We all know that the Olympics are a worldwide competition between nations to be the best. Why should that be limited to athletic ability? Be your own participant and judge by making your own international food and deciding the best based on various categories: best dessert, spiciest, best soup, and easiest recipe. Cook arancini from Italy, oxtail stew from Jamaica, tamales from Mexico, fish and chips from England, ramen from Japan, or plantains from the Dominican Republic. Invite friends over, and let the feast begin!

Mini Olympic Games

Sweat with the stars, and coordinate games between families!

Plan a 100 meter dash and see who is the fastest.

Head to the local pool and practice the butterfly stroke. Can you do a cartwheel, or a flip? Set up a soccer game in the park. And don’t forget to include homemade medals!

Who will be the Simone Biles of your neighborhood?

Play Fantasy Olympics

Before you watch the events, do a little research about athletes

and countries that excel at specific sports. Between your friends or family, create fantasy Olympic teams (recruiting either specific athletes or countries), and as you watch the games, score your fantasy team. Whoever has the most gold wins the gold!

Embrace Japanese Culture

Be like the athletes, and immerse yourself in Tokyo life! Try to make homemade California rolls and snack on seaweed. Watch anime or listen to Japanese music. Write haiku

poetry or sing karaoke! Pretend your hot tub is a hot spring and learn about geisha life. Use this year’s games to learn something new and try something different!

Create Olympic Crafts

Gather the kids, head to the craft store, and sit down to be creative.

Use pipe cleaners to form the Olympic rings. Print out different flags to color. Use watercolor to paint swimmers. Learn to write in Japanese and practice using calligraphy, or watch a video on how to make origami. And use beads and cardboard and paint to make your own medals! The possibilities are endless!

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JustBe Farm to host Fundraising Gala Midsummer’s Night Dream at JustBe Farm

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natural environment including farm animals and sustainable agriculture.

Tickets are $75 per person and available at https://justbefarm.org/ fundraiser-gala or by calling 609-7037849.

Midsummer’s Night Dream will be held outside on the 11 acre farm under the Full Moon, as we celebrate the warm weather and the opportunity to be together once again in an open air atmosphere.

Dress to impress for summer weather as we enjoy an evening of great food

by Stir It Up Craft Kitchen and local brews. This event, hosted by local funny

woman Michelle Tomko #tomkomedy, will feature live music provided by Holman & Daretta with plenty of open space for dancing with the goats, chickens and alpacas! There will be a silent auction, raffle and much more!

Proceeds will directly support scholarships for children attending JustBe Farm Camp, now in its second year, welcoming children and teens who are experiencing or who have experienced the negative impacts of living in a household with an adult in active substance use disorder.

Midsummer’s Night Dream celebrates the individuals, businesses and

community partners who support the important work of JustBe Farm.

Sponsorships and in-kind items opportunities are available. This event is made possible by Atlanticare Foundation, Wendy’s of Millville, OceanFirst Foundation, Kurry Smith, A.Ford-able Medical Billing Solutions, LLC, Jennifer Cella-Roe, LCSW, Pumpkin Fine Cars and Exotics and all of our friends who have purchased tickets and donated to our auction.

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f you've ever taken a trip to the beach you know it's not something you do with the short-term in mind. By that I mean, you pack the chairs, the sand buckets and shovels, the boogie boards, the sun tan lotion (cause you know you're gonna be there a while) and of course lunch and plenty of snacks. When you head to the beach, your intent is to "park it" and settle in for the long haul.

It's fun, exhilarating, refreshing and relaxing all at the same time. I don't know about you, but for me when I'm lounging in my chair and close my eyes to catch a nap, I always wake up thinking I've been asleep longer than I have. There is something about the breeze, the crashing of the waves, the whole atmosphere that puts me in a peaceful slumber.

You gotta love the beach. But at some point, it's time to pack up and leave.

Personally, I've observed three LIFE LESSONS about leaving the beach.

1. Most of the time it takes some coaxing to get up the energy to leave. It's been a long day, no one wants to make the first move and everyone knows when you do decide to leave, there is work to be done. Gather the buckets and shovels, shake off the towels, gather the kids together. You know the routine. And after you've been sitting for a while, it usually takes one person to say, "Ok, let's get moving." And that person gets up and motivates everyone else to get moving. Whether it's in business or your personal relationships, it helps to have others beside you to encourage you and help pitch in.

2. Once you get packed up and begin your trek to the car, you realize there is always a straggler in the group. You know what I mean; the one child who's so tired he or she can't walk. Either you carry them until you get to the car or at the very least walk beside them, offering encouragement along the way.

Sometimes when we make the decision that it's time to leave the comfort of the beach and get back to the work at hand, we have to realize that others on the team might just need us to lead them, encourage them, walk beside them until they see the goal (in the case of this analogy) the car, in sight.

3. When you leave the beach, it can be more than a little messy with the sand between your toes and the greasy lotion on your body. Actually, it may seem strange to you but one of my favorite things about going to the beach is getting back home, showered and all cleaned up. There is something about the refreshing feeling you have after a day at the ocean. What that means to you and me is the realization that a trip to the beach is important. It's not only important, it's essential to maintain balance in our lives. We need that time to relax and unwind. Because when we do take that time, our time back in the "real world" becomes that much more productive. There is a renewed energy and sense of excitement that comes with the experience.

How do you recharge to prepare to return to the arena?

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New Season of the Office: Five Ways to Make Returning to the Workplace Bearable Good Food is Your Friend.

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t’s been 18 months. You’ve woken up late, traded in a blouse for a nightgown, and ran errands on your lunch break.

Work was an abstract concept that led to a paycheck every two weeks. But now the party’s over. It’s time to sit in traffic, stretch out your slacks, make small talk with coworkers and spend eight hours away from bed. Sounds impossible, right?

Well, here are five ways to help you transition back to the office painlessly:

Nothing makes a day better than delicious meals. Take a few minutes and prepare a delicious breakfast and lunch to look forward to during office lulls. I love making overnight oats or acai bowls for breakfast, overflowing with peanut butter, berries, nuts and cinnamon. For lunch, wrap up a meaty burrito or refreshing salad. And don’t forget coffee! Find a homemade cold brew recipe and pretend you stopped at Starbucks.

Dress Your Best.

We can’t wear sweatpant s anymore, so be sure to look fabulous for your 2021 office debut. Head to a consignment shop and pick up a flowy skirt or relaxed-fit button-down. Show off your summer style and leave your coworkers in awe.

Pump Up the Jams.

Before you head back to work, create a playlist to distract you from the drudgery of fluorescent lighting and office supplies.

Decide between a moody, ethereal vibe or fastpaced, electronic dance party. My dad loves to listen to old jazz and swing music while he works because it makes him feel classy and productive.

What music makes work feel fun for you?

Make Mornings Memorable.

Wake up early, because nothing is worse than rushing through your commute and feeling overwhelmed.

Plan to sit in the sunlight for a few minutes, read a book, and set an intention for the day. Spray your favorite cologne or perfume, kiss your significant other, and exercise for a few minutes. Set a morning routine, and feel enlightened and productive!

Take breaks wisely.

It’s challenging to move from the couch to the desk chair, and a new schedule can leave you feeling depleted. Take a five minute break every hour and watch a video on your phone, doodle in your notebook, or organize your planner. Give yourself some grace, and know that transitions are only temporary, and soon this new normal will feel fitting. You can do this!

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Inward and Upward: The Human Towers of Catalonia​​

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he Mighty Middle” as I’ve mentioned before, is a call to connect. Both physically and philosophically, my hope is that we choose to move both in towards one another, and also up, to our highest potential.

And that collective collaboration, the lifting up of one another, is no better illustrated, or embodied, than in the Human Towers of Catalonia.

The towers, called “Castells”, are a centuries old tradition. On Sunday mornings, thousands of people wake up early, driving to various locations, simply to come together, and build something: something daring, something bold and something beautiful.

And within the construction of these physical towers, we also encounter many of the building blocks essential to creating, and sustaining, almost any worthwhile societal structure:

There’s an ideal or goal. (in this case, build the tallest tower) This aim in turn invites, or is even bolstered by, the healthy and robust competition that arises.

There’s teamwork, complete with differing roles and duties. To build the biggest tower, it relies not only on people working together, but also identifying each individual’s most valuable contribution to the whole.

There’s sacrifice. In the identifying of roles and duties, we see our ability to sacrifice for the greater good come clearly into focus. Just because you may want to be on the top, doesn’t mean that you deserve to be there, or that it would even be a good idea. So our sacrifice, often of ego or pride, is actually the thing which allows something bigger and better to emerge.

And the beauty of building these collective structures, is that in striving together to create the best one possible (strong, balanced, reaching ever upward), everyone becomes a valued, integral part of it. We can all share equally in the joys of building something worthwhile, even if our roles were different.

Because just like in society, everyone has their place: their individual strengths and weaknesses, proclivities and temperaments.

And so the stronger, sturdier(and often more experienced) folks make up the bottom. Build a solid base for which to build, to experiment and to grow.

And with that base, the often younger, more nimble and courageous individuals are able to scurry to the top, in the hopes of reaching the entire entity to new, previously unattainable heights.

If that’s not a metaphor for society, for the tension (and ultimately balance, however ephemeral) that conservation and progress must navigate constantly, I don’t know what is.

And finally, there’s Transformation of the individual, as they accept their responsibility, and become part of something larger than themselves. They become part of the group, as they merge into a cohesive, connected entity. And finally of the structure which, buoyed by this strength and connection, pushes us all into new and exciting places.

And the most incredible (but not surprising) thing of all, is that in building what may be viewed as symbolic, somewhat “trivial” structures, the Catalonians simultaneously underwent real societal change. The act, the practice, of building these Castells actually created progress that rippled far beyond the towers themselves. In a splendid example of “life imitating art”, Pablo Giori shared (in Smithsonian Folklife): "Team members gained social prestige, and they went through a process of internal democratization, allowing women in the groups for the first time. They were also professionalized, with regular team practices and a study of technique. A growing number

of groups also began to receive economic support from their towns.

Nowadays, 15,000 people in more than 100 groups practice across Catalonia. Its transformations demonstrate the power of the Catalan culture to evolve and adapt to new social circumstances, bringing together tradition and modernity."

And that’s exactly what “The Mighty Middle” is about. Acknowledging and discussing our values and goals. Understanding our roles. Coming together to create and sustain, however delicate or dangerous, the balance of the old and new. And sacrificing, individually, that which impedes us from working together, to transform into our highest selves.

Let’s build something great together: Something daring. Something bold. Something beautiful.

Born and raised in Brigantine, Christian Correa is a content creator, and generally curious human. Whether it’s through writing, art, or adventures, he’s interested in exploring stories and inspiring one another towards our highest potential.

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trail hikes than he could have imagined. Along the Appalachian Trail there is of course the physical challenge of the hike, the fresh air, and the wonder of nature to serve as incentives to tackle the hardships along the way.

Mike can very surely feel the challenge of the light house as he climbs the 228

winding stairs up and down, again and again. There are six windowed landings along the stair well where Mike can hear the call of the seagulls, and rolling whoosh of the ocean; not only can he see fine white sand below him and the expanse of the deep blue ocean that stretches out to meet the soft blue sky on the horizon, but he also has a bird’s eye view of Brigantine, the Coast Guard Station, Gardner’s Basin, and more.

Each time he reaches the top and steps out on to the platform encircling the giant light he is rewarded with a very welcome rush of fresh and salty ocean air that revives him from the climb and readies him to continue.

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Cultivating Muh's Garden of Life

By Krystle J. Bailey

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fter the loss of their brother and father, Stephen and Anaija Head of Atlantic City were in search of a way to memorialize his life. After exhausting all options, Stephen Head found himself feeling defeated in his endeavors to honor his late brother, Mustafa Bundy-Head who was killed by gun violence in 2009.

By October 2020, Stephen had not felt as though his brother was getting the honor that he deserved and decided to call on his community to create something beautiful. That is when the idea for “Muh’s Garden of Life” was born. Stephen’s idea would not only honor his brother, but everyone in the community affected by drugs and gun violence. He made a call to his niece, Anaija Head, daughter of the late Mustafa, who was pursuing her Landscape Architecture

degree at Virginia Tech.

Anaija jumped on board with a vision for the garden that was in alignment with her field of study. She had been longing for a way to honor her father and the garden was a full circle opportunity to do so. The pair began rallying the troops with a petition from the community, garnering over 600 signatures in support of the garden by December.

The community members were willing to get their hands dirty to build the garden, however they would need funding and support to bring it to life in the way they hoped. Willing to hear “no” as many times as necessary, Stephen sent out a sponsorship proposal to anyone who would listen.

Ultimately, Muh’s Garden of Life received sponsorship from the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA), the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City, and AtlantiCare’s Growing Green Initiative. With this support, Stephen, Anaija, and their community got to work building the garden of life.

On July 4, 2021, surrounded by loved ones, the ribbon was cut as Muh’s Garden of Life was unveiled.

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fers those affected by gun violence a place for healing. Each of the 78 plots features a flower chosen by a family member and a name badge with a picture. For many, who either could not afford tombstones for their lost family members or have loved ones buried further from home, this is a space close to home that they can go to heal.

“My garden has one purpose - to heal the people. It’s healing me and it’s healing them,” explains Stephen Head. “The garden is the first step. It calms people down to talk about their grieving. Kids are walking around angry, never taking the time to heal. The garden offers a place for that.”

Head’s plan includes an 8-leg program that he is currently in the process of proposing to the state of NJ. The program is intended to stem from the garden’s healing space by providing resources for grieving mothers, mentorship programs for young men, and several other programs to help heal a community.

The turnout for the garden has been beautiful, with community members of all ages taking time to experience the calm energy that the garden offers.

Jahmir Campfield, 13, lost his brother in 2016. He shares, “It makes

me smile and I'm thankful to hear people say my brother’s name.”

Jahmir is part of a group of local youth that work alongside Stephen Head to keep the garden clean and well put together. The garden offers them purpose and connection to their mothers, brothers, and fathers who are gone too soon.

Muh’s Garden of Life, located in Atlantic Villas Apartments, offers that long overdue healing space for a grieving community. Head has no plans to stop with his own neighborhood. He is already working on the next garden in a neighboring community.

“I’m listening to God and letting him guide me,” explains Head. “The trees and flowers are helping people reflect on the nonsense and making them slow down to think. Everybody is just grieving and walking around angry but everybody isn’t a bad kid.

The killing has to stop but these kids are losing best friends and parents, and not healing from their trauma.”

Visit Muh’s Garden on Facebook to stay connected or get involved.

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Summer Home Renovation Projects

Real Estate Matters

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ummer is a time to enjoy fun in the sun. It is also a great time to tackle some home projects. Here are some effective home renovation projects to help your house sell. Potential buyers love to see these upgrades and they can help you to get top dollar for your home.

Install New Siding You can make your Home look brand new by changing the color and style of your siding. However, this is more than a cosmetic improvement.

Loose or missing siding can affect your Home's weather resistance and lead to higher heating and cooling costs. Even if you feel comfortable doing the project on your own , it can be beneficial to use a professional team. Vinyl siding is there to protect your Home from moisture, and a poor installation can lead to water damage.

Power Wash Your Home Power washing your home and walkways can help remove the mildew and grime that builds up over the year. While you can do this on your own by either buying or renting a power washer, you may want to use a professional company.

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Reseal Your Driveway Give your asphalt an extension on it's lifespan by resealing it. Sealing your driveway can last, on average from three to ten years. You may have to reseal your driveway more often depending on where you live. Areas with rainy and snowy winters as well as areas with hot, steamy summers, will need more frequent sealings.

Add A Deck or Patio Summer is the time of year for outdoor entertaining, and you can extend your living space by adding a deck or patio to your home. If you already have a deck, take a weekend to strip and stain it. It can give your home a huge appearance upgrade.

New Garage Door Your garage door can take a beating. Whether it's a miscalculated parking attempt or from a rough game of pickup basketball, your garage door can easily become dented and scraped up.

Sometimes a coating of paint just won't be enough, so taking time over the summer to change out your door can be a great renovation. Not only will it increase your curb appeal, but this is another renovation that increases home value.

Spruce Up Your Landscaping Depending on the layout of your yard, you have limitless possibilities for upgrading your landscaping. Add plants, trees, and flowers that will make your home exterior visually appealing. Best of all, most of these projects can be done yourself.

Replace The Gutters Gutters are an important part of your home that channel water away from your roof and foundation. But if they are worn out, it can lead to leaking inside your home.

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By taking care of some of these projects in the summer, you can have peace of mind in knowing your home is in good shape, allowing you to enjoy some rest and relaxation this summer.

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hile visiting the Jersey Shore, you’ll want to bring home something to remember your experience; a memento of all the fun times had while visiting our beautiful beaches. Many shops along the boardwalk sell hermit crabs as pets that you can buy. Before you invest in making this important purchase, you should have an understanding of how to care for these creatures and the care they require.

Wild hermit crabs grow in various shapes and sizes, expanding anywhere from a few millimeters to two feet in length. You are bound to notice hermit crabs crawling along the beach, or climbing high along a seabed. They have been noted to live up to thirty years in their natural environment. With the most optimal conditions, hermit crabs can live anywhere from six months to a year in captivity.

One of the most unique features of the hermit crab is its shell. These small, circular structures protect their fragile ligaments while maintaining the amount of moisture required for their survival. One interesting fact is that they do not grow their own shells; they get their shells from other crabs, gastropods, and snails.

Hermit crabs use a molting process to grow and develop. For a period of one to two months, the crab will hibernate deep into the sand, at which point it will form a new exoskeleton.

Once this process has completed, they will seek out a new shell to call home.

Hermit crabs will also use their shells for added protection against a large number of predators including fish, snails, and blue crabs.

Before bringing your new hermit crab home, be sure it is set up with the proper environment. Make sure it has an enclosure that is about the size of a ten gallon aquarium. Its home should be equipped with an air screen and

plenty of deep sand. Hermit crabs love to exercise, so ensure that they have plenty of room to climb and areas to hide in.

Hermit crabs are a community of social creatures that live in large colonies in the wild. Your pet hermit would love to have several friends with him.

It’s best not to have no less than two crabs per cage.

Fluorescent and dome lighting will help keep temperatures at optimal levels for Sheldon to survive; make sure to install a thermometer to monitor conditions. They rely on 70 degree temperatures and a relative humidity of 75 percent.

Fresh water is critical for the survival of your crustaceous friend. They use the fresh water to replenish, drink and bathe. Avoid tap water; distilled water is required, as tap water is poisonous to them. They also require salt water that can be mixed from specific aquatic stores or purchased online.

Hermit crabs enjoy a diet consisting of fresh, natural foods. They have a

sweet tooth and enjoy apples, pears, and even applesauce. To ensure good health, they need to be given plenty of nourishment rich in calcium and supplements. This, again, can be found online or at an aquatic store. Baby food also works best. Avoid all processed foods.

Buying painted shells may seem harmless and fun to look at, but it will also create an unsafe environment for your crustaceous friend. Over time the paint can easily chip off and get inside their food or water dish, which could cause hazardous effects. Make sure you have a variety of shells for your crab to choose from in its natural form.

With the proper amount of love and care, your hermit crab can live a long, healthy life. It is important to take care of the creatures we choose to share in our lives.

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Raises Over $17,000 for Gilda’s Club of South Jersey Named Top Fundraiser of 2021 Dragon Boat Festival

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ard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City participated in the 2021 Gilda’s Club of South Jersey Dragon Boat Festival on Sunday, July 11 where their team “Rockin’ Rowers” was named Top Fundraiser, raising over $17,000 for the 501(c)3 non-profit.

The Dragon Boat Festival had several local participants that competed in the races, coupled by a flower ceremony for loved ones touched by cancer, entertainment, local food, vendors, and more.

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1. Give Your Dog Plenty of Water & Shade Dogs can’t regulate heat as well as us, so it’s not as easy for them to stay cool. Prolonged heat exposure puts them at risk for developing heat stroke. Keep them inside on days when it’s really hot.

2. Use a Kiddie Pool or Sprinkler to Keep Cool Does your dog love the water? Fill up a kiddie pool with water for your pup to cool off in. I suggest picking up a plastic one, since their nails can tear the softer ones. If you don’t have a kiddie pool, plenty of dogs enjoy playing with the hose or sprinklers.

3. Avoid prolonged exposure to sand and hot asphalt – it can burn your dogs paws. In the summer try to walk your dog in the morning or evening when the pavement isn’t so hot. If you walk during the day stick to grassy or wooded areas.

4. Short Faced Dogs Are More Susceptible to Heat Stroke If you have a short faced dog like a Bulldog or Pug remember that they don’t pant efficiently; they’re much

more susceptible to heat stroke. Bulldogs are especially intolerant to heat. They should have limited access to the outdoors when the weather gets above 80 degrees.

5. Don’t Leave Your Dog Alone in a Hot Car Never leave your dog inside your car in hot weather; a cracked window isn’t enough to keep a car cool. It’s also illegal in most states.

Researchers learned that when it’s a sunny 78 degrees, the temperature in a parked car with windows cracked rises at least 32 degrees in 30 minutes. So: 78 degrees to 110 in half an hour. – Don’t Think For a Minute Dogs Can Survive in a Hot Car 6. Avoid Strenuous Exercise Avoid strenuous exercise during extremely hot days & keep the sessions short. The same goes for days with high humidity. For those really hot days check out some simple activities to keep your dog busy indoors.

7. Watch Out For Doggie Sunburn Dogs can get sunburn – especially light colored dogs with short fur.

There are sun protection lotions specifically formulated for dogs. Don’t use human sunscreen on your pet; many of the chemicals are toxic to them.

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11. Shaving Your Dog Might Not Keep Him Cool Do not shave your dog because he’s panting. If you have a double coated breed their fur is actually providing relief from the heat, and shaving it will make it worse.

12.Make Sure Your Dog is Wearing Identification We spend a lot of time outdoors with our dogs in the summer, and that increases the risk of them running off or getting lost. Make sure your dog has a collar with your phone number on it, and it’s a good idea to have your dog microchipped in case their collar comes off.

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Fitness Fads vs Fitness Trends Shore Fit

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efore we dive head first into the fitness trends of this year, let’s break down the difference between a trend and a fad. Often, a fad is a quick fix which usually doesn’t work for the long haul. Fitness fads come and go and eventually lose their buzz just like fad diets.

A fitness trend is long term. It’s something that alters behavior and changes the way we approach exercise and fitness. They are here to stay because they are effective.

Naturally, some people will always go crazy for new fitness trends. I see it all the time. They think that this will be the one that does the trick. They want to see what all the fuss is about.

Each year, we see trends evolve and adapt or not.

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spin class, it was so popular and still remains the same to this very day. It’s one of those addicting, fast paced workouts that people love. It will be interesting to see how the pandemic shapes our decisions. Prolonged lockdown periods had a major impact on the fitness industry. Traditional gym goers were leaning on technology to support their fitness regimes. Home fitness and digital workouts were essential.

However, there will always be people who love to go to the fitness studio or gym. Even when you create a great online experience, there’s nothing quite like an in person group training

class to motivate your members.

Technology will continue to be a key pillar in fitness though. It got us through some tough times. Some have stuck to their at home routines but most have gone back to their regular fitness schedule at their regular gyms and fitness centers. The social aspect is such a huge part of it and working out in our homes just lacks that whole piece. We need social interaction. We thrive from it. Mental health is just as important as physical health. I saw firsthand the general pleasantries from people being back together and that new “never take it for granted attitude.”

It’s refreshing to be with others who appreciate what you do for them as a leader in their workouts. As fitness brands continue to innovate and adapt to changing needs, we’ll be here to try it out. We will decide whether it’s a fad or becomes a new trend and something that we are excited to be a part of!

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32. *When athletes get this, they become 40. Rudolph or Hermey, e.g. pros 42. 1950s’ “I Like ____” 33.

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If you think about it, everyone on this planet has a story to tell. Where did they grow up, go to school, meet their significant other, what did they do for a living, what hobbies and interests did they have, how many children and grandchildren did they have? Everyone is a unique special individual and has led a life that is worth recognizing, honoring and celebrating. This fact itself is one of the many reasons I love my job so much! I love to hear these stories

from every family I am so lucky to serve. I have had families tell me incredible things like how their mother was one of only 300 women who served in the U.S. Marines in World War II, or how their husband was an Olympic volleyball player. I hear things like “my dad loved making his own wine” or “my aunt and uncle did animal rescue work for 20 years” or “my grandfather helped build the church we worship at with his own hands”. It is amazing what each person has done in their lives and it deserves to be told at a funeral service to mark for others who this person was. So I encourage stories to be told about the deceased, picture boards and life videos to be set up or made to encourage memories, and tables set out for memorabilia to be placed on, again to tell that person’s life story.

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Stockton To Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Teaching in 2021-22

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And there is, once again, housing n September 1971, a group of 1,000 students and 55 faculty on the beach at the Stockton Atlantic members arrived at the aging City campus.

Mayflower Hotel in Atlantic City for the very first classes at the brand new Stockton State College.

Construction delays prevented the 1,600-acre Galloway campus from opening until January 1972. But the faculty and students, prepared for what was intended to be a non-traditional college experience, took it in stride and set the tone Aerial of the 1,600-acre Galloway campus as it looks for a college that took today. Photo provided by Stockton University pride in thinking outside the box. Who needed traditional “After an extraordinary pandemic classrooms when there was a beach year, we are more than excited to just steps away? celebrate our return to a more tradiIn September 2021, Stockton tional campus life with a year of 50th will begin a yearlong celebration of anniversary projects and events,” said its first 50 years of teaching. The President Harvey Kesselman, who 50th Anniversary year will provide was a student in that very first class opportunities to reflect on the past, in 1971. “Stockton is such a special celebrate Stockton today and share place of very special people who have plans for the future. embraced the mission of putting students first and making a quality education available to all. I can’t wait to share their stories.”

Plans are still evolving and will include special exhibits and events at both the Galloway and Atlantic City campuses. A special 50th Anniversary website, stockton.edu/50, has been set up where visitors can reminisce, learn more about Stockton’s history, and share their own memories and photos.

“As an alumnus myself, I have watched Stockton grow and am excited about its future,” said Board of The first classes and housing in fall 1971 Trustees president Raymond Ciccone, were held at the Mayflower Hotel in Class of 1979. “I invite students, facAtlantic City (later demolished) while the ulty, staff, alumni and our community buildings in Galloway were completed. supporters, who have played such an Classes began at Galloway in January 1972. important role in Stockton’s success Photo provided by Stockton University of its first 50 years, to join us in this celebration.”

The small “college in the pines” Stockton University is ranked is now a full-service university of among the top public universities in almost 10,000 undergraduate and the Northeast. Our almost 10,000 graduate students and more than students can choose to live and learn 60,000 alumni. Stockton’s 1,600-acre on the 1600-acre wooded main camwooded campus, now a part of the pus in the Pinelands National Reserve Pinelands National Reserve, is a classin South Jersey and at our coastal room in its own right, inspiring events residential campus just steps from ranging from the Fred Fest Folk Festhe beach and Boardwalk in Atlantic City. The university offers more than tival to a naturally-grown farm, forest management plan, and maple syrup 160 undergraduate and graduate proproduction project. grams. Learn more at Stockton.edu.

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