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Ge ng Gri ty in Ocean City!

Endless Summer Music & Events-13 Interview with U.S. Thunderbird Pilot-10 Dan Skeldon Looks Back at our Biggest Storm Ever-8 What's Swimming In Our Seas-36 Tasting Ocean City's Best Brews-18

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Summer Lovin': Enjoy While It Lasts Letter from the editor

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hat an exciting time to be at the Jersey Shore! Last weekend the jam band, Phish, performed on the beach for a 3-day Phish wash up on the beach -an aerial shot of the sold out crowd gathered to see the jam band, concert in Atlantic City. The sold-out Phish perform on the CRDA Stage August 13-15. Photo by Tom Briglia/PhotoGraphics concert drew more than 30,000 people! And Phish brought their best peryou the excitement of the experience from Ocean City coffee shops. She formance, bringing smiles and dance in my story on page 10. highlights what makes each special, moves to visitors and locals alike.

Also in this issue, we catch a and reminds us to celebrate small glimpse at the new “mascot” of The United States Air Force businesses and try something new.

Brigantine, Lucy the duck. Its beThunderbirds landed in Egg Harbor Look for a coffee tasting spotlight Township, at the 177th Fighter Wing loved owner, Megan partners with of more local shops in the next few her feathered friend to promote for the Atlantic City Airshow, held on weeks as we tour them on Absecon Wednesday. It’s the largest mid-week awareness about the importance of Island and the Mainland. airshow in the country, drawing over protecting the environment. The pair Speaking of Ocean City, their newa hundred thousand people to the coordinate beach clean-ups and tell est pickleball store allows guests to resort. Given last year’s absence, this their story to passersby at the Briglearn about the exciting new sport. show will seem even more spectacuantine Farm Market.

Folks young and old are enjoying this lar. I had the privilege of meeting up Our dedicated journalist, (and game with friends and family. Pickwith one of the pilots and witnessing daughter) Sarah Fertsch went on a leball is similar to tennis but more a plane landing only yards away! I was coffee adventure this week, sampling accessible to players of all ages and Cover photo of Carter Doorly by Dawn Doorly. pretty blown away, and I hope to bring signature drinks and house blends abilities. It’s becoming more popular Issue 173

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This weekend also kicks off 3 days of beach concerts in Wildwood including Carrie Underwood, a personal favorite of mine. Fans are about to flock to the beach and jam out to their favorite summer music. Explore all of what Wildwood has to offer and make those summer memories stick for years to come.

What else is jam-packed in this week’s magazine? Well, as you can see on our cover, Gritty rolled into Ocean City this week to the delight of children and adults alike. The Baby Parade in Ocean City enamored onlookers with extreme levels of cuteness.

And be sure to read about the crazy creatures that live below the ocean’s surface, like harbor seals, humpback whales, and hermit crabs. Just flip the page and maybe learn something new.

As we move towards the second half of August, hold onto summer with both hands. Dip your toes in the ocean and get sandy. We still have a few more weeks to get in those adventures and make memories with our loved ones.

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Lucy the Duck Brings Environmental Awareness to The Shore

By Sarah Fertsch

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rigantine has a new mascot who is ready to ruffle some feathers. Meet Lucy, the five-year-old green-headed mallard duck who stands up for the environment.

Lucy’s story began with its owner (and self-proclaimed duck mom), Megan Baldwin.

The 18-year-old shared that she was inspired to raise a duck by her dad, who rescued an egg during a hurricane in the 1980s.

He named the duck Streak, and she followed him everywhere he went. Unfortunately, as Streak grew up, she spread her wings and flew away.

Megan and her sister decided that they wanted to raise ducks of their own. So when Megan was thirteen years old, her family drove to a farm to pick up eight duck eggs.

Each girl had their incubator, where they had to turn to the eggs and talk to them, so the ducklings would learn to imprint on their “mother.” Only one

egg hatched, and it was Lucy. Despite his female name, Lucy is a boy "It can be difficult to tell ducklings’ genders," chuckled Megan.

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The feathered male imprinted on Megan, and the two have been inseparable for the past five years.

“I like ducks a lot more than dogs,” said Megan. “Lucy is very low maintenance. He eats corn pellets, but his favorite treat is mealworms.”

In high school, Megan presented Lucy as her project for the environmental fair. She showed displays explaining how pollution affects streams and the ocean, destroying habitats for animals like Lucy.

“The Marine Mammal Stranding Center and the Atlantic City Aquarium would bring animals, so I thought ‘Why not bring my best friend?’”, said Megan.

Now, Luc y stands for environmental justice and clean communities. He makes appearances at the Brigantine Farm Market while Megan shares the importance of keeping the environment clean and healthy. She also displays dioramas of a duck’s life cycle and a waterway map. Lucy and Megan also visit volunteers during beach cleanups to remind people of the importance of their work.

Today, Lucy lives a comfortable life in his pen in Megan’s backyard.

He has a kiddie pool to swim in and

hay for a cozy sleep. Megan enjoys taking Lucy to the bay to swim and eat some delicious crabs and shrimp.

Sometimes Lucy and Megan will swim in their neighbor’s pool together and take walks along the golf course.

“We need to keep our communities clean,” said Megan. “When you take care of creatures and the environment, they will take care of you.”

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One of the worst storms to ever hit South Jersey…200 years ago next month Weather

By Dan Skeldon

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magine the winds of our June 2012 derecho. Now take the storm surge and flooding from Hurricane Sandy, and add at least another few feet. For some, double it.

You're imagining one of our worst case weather scenarios. But those that were here in South Jersey a few centuries ago experienced it firsthand.

As the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season approaches in early September, we are also about to come up on the 200-year anniversary of probably the worst storm to ever strike South Jersey. I say probably since there's no confirmed or official record as to just how strong the winds were or how high the water was from a hurricane that roared up the East Coast in Septem-

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ber of 1821. It was long before we started regularly naming storms, but it is commonly known as the 1821 Norfolk - Long Island hurricane. And it was likely one of the worst storms for both namesake locales, and all points in between.

The storm shot up the East Coast on September 3rd, on (what would have been) Labor Day in 1821. Labor Day didn't officially become a holiday until 73 years later in 1894). At 8am that morning, the storm This shows how the 1821 storm would have flooded Atlantic City today. The dark grey is the current ocean. made landfall, likely as Credit Swiss RE. a Category 3 or even Category 4 storm, on the Outer Banks falling in the Garden State. Yet history The track of this storm isn't all that of North Carolina. The storm then unusual. After all, the Outer Banks suggests it has happened before, as we slingshotted up the coast, with the often seem to act as hurricane magrecognize the bicentennial anniversary eye of the likely still powerful hurricane nets. The first of two rarities with the of such an occurrence next month. And moving over Cape May around 3pm 1821 storm was its fast forward speed, if it happened before, it's a matter of if, not when it will happen again. that day. By midnight on September which allowed it to cover a distance of 4th, the storm was already in northern almost 700 miles in less than 24 hours.

Of course, things have undoubtedly New England, not too far from PortDo the quick math, and you'll come up changed in the last few centuries, most land, Maine. with a hurricane traveling around 45 notably concerning weather forecastmiles-per-hour. Such a fast moving ing. No storm, especially a major East storm, coupled with only a primitive Coast hurricane, will ever take us by understanding of meteorology, led to surprise again. Or at least that's the no advance warning along its entire hope and expectation of every tropical path. Of course, its path was sparsely forecaster. However, millions of people populated 200 years ago. But that's now live in the path that the 1821 storm certainly not the case now. took, with far fewer people impactThe other unusual aspect of the ed back then. Experts say that if the 1821 hurricane was its longevity. Most same storm struck today, the damage could easily exceed 100 billion dollars., hurricanes weaken quickly and steadily as they move up the coast, whether making it the most costly storm to ever inland or over the cooler waters off the strike the East Coast.

Mid-Atlantic and Northeast coasts that But that's just a hypothetical. And are less supportive for tropical systems. let's hope it remains just that for the That didn't happen in this case. Sure, foreseeable future. But as the hurthe storm weakened, but only slowly. ricane season heats up and a sixth Its fast forward speed and a track just consecutive busier than the average inland allowed at least half of the hurseason is underway, South Jersey ricane to remain over the water, which vacationers and locals alike should be slowed the rate of weakening. It's beaware of our hurricane past and prelieved that the 1821 hurricane may have pare for our hurricane future, whenevbeen a Category 2 or possibly even a er Mother Nature decides to write the next chapter.

Category 3 storm when it reached Cape May that Monday afternoon, packing . winds over 100 miles-per-hour. It then Meteorologist Dan Skeldon traveled up along where the Garden has a degree in meteorology State Parkway sits today, at a rate of from Cornell University. He has speed much faster than most of us can forecasted the weather in South travel north on the Parkway at the end Jersey for the last 18 years, first of Labor Day weekend. on the former television station NBC40 and then on Longport Keep in mind an actual hurricane Media radio. Dan has earned the making it to New Jersey is somewhat American Meteorological Society rare. If you read last week's column, Seal of Approval for Broadcast you'll remember a hurricane landfall in Meteorologists, and now does New Jersey is even more rare, as in once television broadcasts on WFMZevery 100 years. But most rare of all TV in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley. would be a Category 3 hurricane land-

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Air Force Thunderbirds: American Pride in the Sky

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ou may have heard a loud roar over your home last Monday evening. There was need to be alarmed.

Soaring overhead was The United States Air Force Thunderbirds. The squadron landed at the 177th Fighter Wing in Egg Harbor Township, Monday August 16th.

The Thunderbirds are considered the pride of the Air Force, demonstrating both their skill and their incredible capability of the Air Force’s premier multi-role fighter jet, the F-16 Fighting Falcon.

Thunderbirds pilot, Major Zane Taylor recalls how he first saw the Thunderbirds when he was only four or five years old and was so awed that he knew at that moment, he wanted to fly.

It may be the dream of many children, but what does it take to

ultimately become the United States Air Force Thunderbirds Pilot?

"It took a good record and A LOT of motivation," replied Taylor. "It begins with job proficiency. You cannot apply until you are very experienced.

Then you compete with your peers."

Before becoming a Thunderbird, Taylor graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy, where he majored in Systems Engineering. He served as an F-16 evaluator pilot, Holloman Air Force Base, N.M. and logged more than 1,700 flight hours, including

more than 280 combat hours over Iraq and Syria.

The Thunderbirds team consists of 8 pilots, 4 support officers, and 130 enlisted personnel. "The training season is four months long and is grueling with hundreds of flights," shared Taylor. "It takes a long time to get good at this and it is a perishable skill." The

personnel working on the frontlines during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

"We flew over 248 hospitals and 13 large metropolitan areas," said Taylor. "It was hugely impactful not only for our team but for the nation as a whole. It was also the most any Thunderbird team worked in collaboration with the Blue Angels since 1953."

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August 19th

Phil Stocker 6-9pm Fitzpatrick’s 650 New Rd. Somers Point The Amptons 7pm Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point Nick Perri and The Underground Thieves 7pm Garden Pier at Showboat 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Kicking Sunrise 7:30pm Clancy’s by the Bay. 101 E. Maryland Ave. Somers Point

August 20th

Grooveheart 6-10pm Laguna Grill & Rum Bar 1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine Juicy 6-10pm Sweetwater Marina 2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater The Whitewalls 6-10pm The Point 998 Bay Ave. Somers Point “Eagles Country” Eagles Tribute: feat. The Tony Mart Allstars w/ Rosie O’Reilly 7pm William Morrow Beach, Somers Point Either Way 7-11pm McGettigan’s 500 S. New York Rd. Galloway The Rhythm Wranglers 7pm Tony Canale Park, EHT The Notion 8pm Caroline’s by the Bay. 450 Bay Ave. Somers Point Sidestory Duo 8pm EHT Vagabond 3016 Ocean Heights Ave. Egg Harbor Township Cosmic Charlie 9pm Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City DJ Swoosh 10pm The Snake Pit at Showboat Hotel 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

August 21st

Jim Mitchell and the Repeat Offenders 12-4pm Sweetwater Marina. 2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater Christian Glomb 12-4pm The Point 998 Bay Ave. Somers Point Frank Chase & Emery Lynn 5pm Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City Dylan Perry 5:30-7:30pm Tuckahoe Inn 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point The Suspects 6-10pm Sweetwater Marina. 2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater Lima Bean Riot 6-10pm Laguna Grill & Rum Bar 1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine Space Camp Trio 6-10pm The Point. 998 Bay Ave. Somers Point The Flynn’s 6-9pm Newport Avenue Beach, Ventnor Brandon Ireland Band 7-11pm McGettigan’s 500 S. New York Rd. Galloway The Glimmer Twins Rolling Stones Tribute 7:30pm Excursion Park, Sea Isle City

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High Five Swan Dive 8pm Clancy’s by the Bay 101 E. Maryland Ave. Somers Point Michael Stevens 8pm EHT Vagabond. 3016 Ocean Heights Ave. Egg Harbor Township Starborn 8pm Josie Kelly’s 908 Shore Rd. Somers Point DJ Young Hitta 10pm The Snake Pit at Showboat Hotel 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

August 22nd

DJ Jonny Looch 1-5pm Vagabond AC. 672 N. Trenton Ave. Atlantic City Incognito 1-5pm Laguna Grill & Rum Bar 1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine The Deck Band 2-6pm Sweetwater Marina 2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater Michael Pedicin Quartet 4pm Somers Mansion 1000 Shore Rd. Somers Point Love & Branca 5:30-7:30pm Tuckahoe Inn 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point Dan Burke Band 6-10pm Laguna Grill & Rum Bar 1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine Cheezy & the Crackers 6-10pm The Point 998 Bay Ave. Somers Point Tom Angello w/ The Budesa Brothers 6pm Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City Pan Gravy 7pm Heritage Park, Absecon DJ Jose 8pm The Snake Pit at Showboat Hotel 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

August 23rd

Beth Tinnon Party Duo 7-11pm The Snake Pit at Showboat Hotel 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

August 24th

Jerry Blavat 7-11pm The Snake Pit at Showboat Hotel 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

August 25th

Brooke DiCaro 5:30-7:30pm Tuckahoe Inn 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point The Amish Outlaws 6-10pm Laguna Grill & Rum Bar 1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine Commander 6-9pm Sweetwater Marina. 2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater Nikki Briar 7-9:30pm Ventura’s Greenhouse 106 S. Benson Ave. Margate Times and dates are subject to change.

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Events and Happenings

August 19th

Cirque Risque

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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, deathly 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.

Thrilling Thursday Movies on the Beach

▶7pm

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

Atlantic City Movie under the Stars

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DO AC is pleased to bring back Movies Under the Stars this summer at two locations, Thursday nights at Bartram Avenue and Sunday nights at Gardner’s Basin. Bring a chair or blanket, a soft drink and popcorn and enjoy a free evening out.

Our movie this week is “Abominable.”

Showboat Atlantic City 801 Boardwalk The infamous Cirque Risque is a sizzling hot exhibit of raw sensuality and unparalleled multi-talented artistry drawing audiences from around the world. With performers including aerialists, silks, contortionists, comedians and more, the night offers a mature crowd a respectful but bawdy night out. For more information and tickets, visit cirquerisque.com.

August 20th

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, August 20th, enjoy live music by The Rhythm Wranglers.

Little Miss Ocean City Pageant

▶7pm

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk Little Miss Ocean City 2020 Antonella DiAntonio will be on hand to crown her successor. For more information, call 609-399-6111. Tickets are available at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or at the Music Pier Box Office.

Somers Point AtlantiCare Beach Concert

▶7pm

William Morrow Beach The 29th Annual Somers Point Beach Concert Series continues this Friday with an

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Eagles Tribute featuring the Tony Mart Allstars with special guest Rosie O’Reilly. Learn more at somerspointbeachconcerts.com.

August 21st

Community Book Talk: Palaces for the People

▶1pm

Birch Grove Park, Northfieldk Northfield Public Library will be hosting a community conversation. We will use the title Palaces for the People as a jumping off point for Northfield residents to discuss how municipal assets such as Birch Grove Park, the bike path, ball fields and public library can best serve the community.

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 Flynns.

Junior Miss Ocean City Pageant

▶7pm

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk Junior Miss Ocean City 2020 Natale Argento will be on hand to crown her successor. For more information, call 609-399-6111. Tickets are available at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or at the Music Pier Box Office.

Night of Lights Boat Parade

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Have you registered your boat yet for the 5th Annual Night of Lights? It is FREE to register and you could win Cash Prizes. The boat parade will start at the mouth of the South River at approximately 7:30pm. The Bulkhead Boat Parade will begin at approximately 8:30pm. If you would like to register your boat or home for the parade, go to facebook.com/MLYachtClub.

Longport Annual Fireworks Display

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33rd Ave. and the Beach Longport Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Fireworks Display will be held this Saturday.

The rain date is August 28, 2021.

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August 22nd

Margate Duck Derby

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Ray Scott’s Dock and Washington Avenue Pier 9211 Amherst Ave. Margate The Duck Derby is on. Step One: Purchase your duck (or more than one) at Ray Scott’s Dock, Downbeach Dental, or other Margate Business Association events for $5 each. The duck will be assigned a number (you will receive a raffle ticket with that number). Step Two: On August 22nd, meet at Ray Scott’s Dock and Washington Avenue Pier at 11:30am SHARP. Don’t forget to bring the kids. Step Three: Support, cheer and root for your duck. Cash prizes will be awarded.

Proceeds benefit the Margate Business Association community programs. For more information, visit margatehasmore.com.

Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon

▶4pm

Somers Mansion 1000 Shore Rd. Somers Point The South Jersey Jazz Society, in partnership with The Patriots of Somers Mansion, will present Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon, with the Michael Pedicin Quartet. The event will be held at Somers Mansion and will be BYOLC (Bring Your Own Lawn Chair).

Absecon Concerts in the Park

▶7pm

Heritage Park The City of Absecon presents Concerts in the Park, an evening of fun, friends and food.

This week, enjoy live music by Pan Gravy, playing Americana and three part harmony. Free admission. Bring your own chair or blanket.

August 23rd

The Marshall Tucker Band w/ Pure Prairie League

▶7pm

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk For one night only, the Music Pier hosts two titans of Southern Mock. With such hits between them as “Can’t You See,” “Aime,” “Heard it In a Love Song,” “Fire on the Mountain” and much more, this is sure to be a must-see for any classic rock fan. The concert begins at 7pm. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.

August 24th

Senior Dance Society

▶7:30-10pm

Somers Point Fire Co. #1 437 Bethel Rd. Somers Point Dancers and music lovers are invited to the Senior Dance Society this Tuesday. Enjoy a live musical duo, social dancing and line dancing.

Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.

Admission is $10. Open to singles and couples.

For more information, contact Rita Voli at 609408-3619.

August 25th

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, Nikki Briar plays the best in country. Learn more at margatehasmore.com.

August 27th

Sea Isle City Food Truck Festival

▶Friday

& Saturday from 12-8pm

Kix McNutley’s 6500 Landis Ave. Sea Isle City For more information, visit seaislecityfood. com.

Fourth Friday at Nashville North Studios

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210 New Rd. Suite 8, Linwood Join Nashville North Studios for their monthly exhibit, featuring the abstract art of Arlene Groch. Music for the event will be provided by

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August 28th

Mike McGrath: Garden Tasks to Tackle this Fall

▶3:30pm

Bayshore Center at Bivalve 2800 High St. Port Norris Mike McGrath, host of the hit PBS show “You Bet Your Garden” will be giving a talk entitled “Garden Tasks to Tackle This Fall.” This is a ticketed event costing $15. Purchase tickets online at bayshorecenter.org.

Farmers Markets

▶Margate

Community Farmers Market

Thursdays from 8:30am-12pm Steve & Cookie’s by the Bay 9700 Amherst Ave. Learn more at margatehasmore.com.

Galloway Green Market

▶Thursdays

from 4-7pm

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

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Brigantine Community School Parking Lot at Sheridan Blvd.

Learn more at facebook.com/brigantinefarmersmarket.

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▶Saturdays

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▶Sunday,

August 22nd from 11am-3pm

Absecon Lighthouse 31 S. Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City See Atlantic City Arts Foundation’s latest art instillations & enjoy live music, performances, demonstrations and more.

Ocean City Farmers Market

▶Wednesdays

from 8am-1pm

Ocean City Tabernacle Grounds Every Wednesday now through September 8th.

Kids

Mays Landing Storytime in the Park

▶Thursday,

August 12th at 10am

Gaskill Park Join Mays Landing Library for fun stories and a simple craft, designed to develop early literacy skills. We’ll meet in Gaskill Park near the pavilion.

Bring your own towel, blanket, or lawn chairs to sit on. Guardians must remain present. Weather permitting. Recommended for ages 3 ½ - 5. Registration required.

EHT Monday Morning Madness

▶Monday,

August 23rd 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. This Monday, enjoy the Tuckers Tales Puppet Theater.

Rising Minds Peer-Led Support Group A Free Peer-Led Support Group Ran by and for 18-30 year olds. Share experiences, develop tools for self-care, connect with others who understand and engage in honest conversations about mental health. For more information, call 609-652-3800 ext. 318 of email btrendler@mhanj.org.

Free Community Yoga Class

▶Saturdays

at 10am

Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City Join Noyes Art Garage for yoga in the art gallery. Classes are every Saturday. Masks are required and please bring your own yoga matt.

Parking is $4 in the Wave Garage. Sign up at facebook.com/artsgarageac.

Pandemic Wellness

▶Mondays

at 7pm

You’re invited to a community support & discussion group that addresses how life is going at this point in the pandemic and how to manage the accompanying stress. For more information, visit mhanj.org. Zoom Meeting ID: 869 9749 6142 Password: 981708 Summer Fitness in the Park

▶Tuesdays

- Saturdays

O’Donnell Park 3501 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City Get active outdoors. Join us for free fitness classes this summer by your favorite instructors from AtlantiCare, Tilton Fitness, Arlin’s Dance Spot, The Leadership Studio and more. Activities include Belly Dancing on Tuesdays at 5pm, Latin Dance Wednesdays at 8:30am, Tai Chi Wednesdays at 10am, Circuits Fridays at 8:30am, Yoga on Fridays

Watch a lecture from the beach.

Take a cooking class on your couch.

See a magic show in your backyard.

The Ocean City Free Public Library makes it possible.

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Longport Borough Hall 2305 Atlantic Ave. Big changes are coming for the Longport Library’s Summer yoga session. Classes will be held in-person at the gazebos behind Borough Hall and will be live streamed. Registration is required and spots are limited. Please call 609-487-7403 to register.

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Grab your coffee and join us virtually as we use the gift of gratitude to disrupt the stress and anxiety many of us are feeling during this difficult time. Join Zoom Meeting ID: 201464217 Password: 597944 or call 929-205-6099. This is a program of the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County.

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Each week we will participate in a presentation and discussion of a wellness topic. Topics include but are not limited to mental health, coping skills, relationships, self-esteem and more. Join Zoom Meeting ID: 847 2224 7740 Password: 230403.

For questions, call 609-652-3800 ext. 318 or email btrendler@mhanj.org. This is a program of the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County.

Learn more at mhaac.info.

Do you have an upcoming event? Let us know about it! Submit your next event to shorelocalevents@gmail.com.

The Ocean City Free Public Library offers virtual programming all summer long, making it easy for you to join us for children’s events, lectures, workshops, and other events from any location. With digital content such as Hoopla, Overdrive and Newsmax, curbside pickup of reserved materials, and some in-person services, we’re ready to help you make the most of your summer.

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Positively Fourth Street Cafe

This eclectic cafe on the north side of the island offers zen vibes and refreshing drinks. Surrounded by beautiful, local art, customers feel like they're in a mosaic garden.

Butterflies flutter under the cozy awning, perching themselves between flowers and vines. Positively Fourth Street Cafe has remained a cultural institution of Ocean City, and always serves customers with a smile.

Their house blend is a medium roast with a well-rounded flavor. It’s not harsh or bitter; it's smooth and makes for the perfect cup of coffee

to start your day. It has earthy, chocolatey undertones so smooth that you don’t even need cream or sugar. It’s truly a roast for drip coffee.

Their signature drink, the heavenly nut latte, is simply delicious. The sub-

tle taste of espresso is cut with a kick of nutty sweetness. Which makes sense, because the latte consists of espresso and milk, plus vanilla and hazelnut syrups. The iced version is great for hot summer days.

“Here at Positively Fourth Street, we try to keep everything fresh, simple and delicious,” said Sharon Szabo, owner of the cafe. “Everything is locally roasted, and we are dedicated to our community.”

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Sitting on the main strip of Asbury Avenue, Jon & Patty’s have quickly grown into one of the best breakfast spots in the city. Their down-to-earth, comforting vibe makes guests feel at home and by the beach at the same time. The bistro offers a great selection of breakfast and lunch cuisine and an even more impressive coffee menu. With tens of specialty lattes available, guests can choose between fun, local flavors like “Vitamin Sea,” “The Swimsuit,” and “Beauty and the Beach.” They even have a Boardwalk Latte series, with flavors called “Johnson’s Popcorn,” “Wonder Bear,” “Salt Water Taffy,” “Pound of Fudge,” “Kohr Bros. Soft Serve,” and “Cotton Candy.”

People come for Earl, who has been with the restaurant for 10 years, since the beginning. Earl Gabriel, the head barista, explains that “the difference between us and others is choice.

We have 50 different lattes. We change our flavors every two weeks, and we just had the Olympic series, and now we are on to summer.”

When asked for the signature drink, Earl immediately brought out “The Key West” Cafe Con Leche.

Made with imported Cuban roast, the latte is muddled with sugar and steamed milk. It’s sweet and smooth, and the muddled sugar highlights

the citrusy coffee taste. It’s sweet without trying too hard. The drink is one of the most popular, and for good reason!

The house blend is warm and inviting, locally roasted in Millville. It’s a

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medium roast, sourced from Central America. You can taste it in the middle of your palette, and it pairs well with any pastry or breakfast item.

Best of all, each hot drink comes in a beautiful artist-crafted mug (or

mason jar for cold drinks). For your Asbury Avenue adventures, stop by Jon & Patty’s for the best caffeine boost.

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Located on the boardwalk, on Asbury Avenue, and in Media, PA, Ocean City Coffee Company has become a staple for locals and tourists alike.

Allison Cook, the shift supervisor, shared that what makes Ocean City Coffee Company special is that “it’s very people-oriented.” “We have regulars, and your coworkers are like your family,” she said. “I love it here.”

The house blend is called the Ocean City blend, which is “roasted on the beach” (on the boardwalk and 10th street). It’s a light roast, specifically a breakfast blend, and is a combination of Guatemalan, Costa Rican and Colombian beans. It tastes bright and rich, and because it's a light roast, it has more caffeine than medium or dark roasts. These beans are also available to purchase and brew at home!

Their signature drink, a salted caramel iced latte, tastes like a handful of Johnson’s caramel popcorn. It tastes luxurious and sweet, and the caramel complements the espresso as if it was a match made in heaven. It hits the spot on a hot summer day. The Asbury Avenue shop was bustling with business, full of people picking up coffees that celebrate the town’s namesake.

Drip N’ Scoop

This doughnut, ice cream, and coffee shop draws in families for its hipster environment (decked out in

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wood and cactuses) and sweet treats. When you enter the shop, you’ll hear giggles, slurps of iced coffee, and patrons picking out their favorite ice cream flavor. It smells like vanilla and sweet cream. Annalise Wagner, Drip N’ Scoop barista, said, “We are open from morning until night, here for whenever you need doughnuts, iced cream or coffee. Whether you need to study or spend time with your kids, Drip N’ Scoop is perfect.”

The coffee is provided by Counterculture Roasters, and their house blend is titled “Hologram.” It’s a medium roast with milk chocolate notes and a citrusy aftertaste. It pairs well with the classic cinnamon doughnut, which is soft, spicy and fresh.

This coffee shop’s most popular drink is nitro cold brew, which is made fresh at their Asbury Avenue location.

It’s punchy, bold, and smooth in taste.

Drip N’ Scoop offers a variety of flavored syrups to add to the cold brew, but it's sweet, rich, and earthy when sipped black. This cold brew tastes best while browsing boutiques on the avenue or sitting by the beach.

Ocean City has so much to offer, and their coffee selection only speaks to the town’s diverse community and passion for great food and service.

While the beach is the town’s main attraction, little specialties like boardwalk lattes and city-named blends make Ocean City special. Local business owners bring so much life into the island economy, and put smiles on their customers’ faces. So perk up, Ocean City! You’ve got great coffee coming your way.

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Good, Bad, and Ugly Insects in Your Garden der mite, thrip, or mealybug.

Speaking of mealybugs, you may not even realize you have them until they have done extensive damage to your plants. At first glance, it might seem like your plant has a white fungus or cottony-looking growth, but grab your reading glasses and take Let It Grow a closer look. These tiny, wingless

By Tammy Thornton insects are definitely among the bad guys and can attack both indoor and outdoor plants. They pierce ften, our first inclination when we see a bug is to the plant and drink its sap causing squash it. This is espewilted, curling, and yellowing leaves, cially true when you see often leaving behind a sticky excresomething crawling on a beloved tion called honeydew that can lead flower or plant that you have to sooty mold on your plants. nurtured and sweated A blast of the hose may be over. Though not all enough to remove these creepy crawly things bad bugs from your in the garden are plants if you have a necessarily “bad”, light infestation. You some of the most can also spray them beneficial insects with an insecticidal in the garden are soap and remove the downright ugly! most infected parts Ladybugs a re of the plant. among the most recogAnts will be attracted nizable “good” insects, to the sugary honeyconsidered as farmers’ Take care of your milkweed dew excretion but are not harmful to friends because of and this caterpillar will their voracious appebecome a monarch butterfly. the plants. If you see tites for aphids. But ants crawling on your would you recognize the larvae of plants, take a closer look since their ladybugs? These baby beetles eat presence may indicate that one of the even more aphids than their parents bad guys has been feeding on your but look nothing like the familiar, cute plant and secreting its honeydew. If you have peonies, you have probably ladybugs we know. Ladybug nymphs have scary looking spiky black bodies seen ants on the buds. No need for with orange markings. Though they concern here, they are simply enjoylook like something harmful, you only ing the nectar droplets on the buds have to worry if you’re an aphid, spiand will not hurt the flower or plant.

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Take a walk to the herb garden, and you may need to test your scruples. Were you looking forward to the dill, fennel, and parsley you were growing only to find tiny black caterpillars gnawing on them? Before you decide to kill these creatures and reclaim your crop, do some research.

They are most likely the early instar larvae stage of black swallowtail butterflies. Could you imagine harming such beautiful creatures just to save your herbs? Simply outnumber the babies and plant extras for yourself.

In later stages, the appearance of the larva of the black swallowtail greatly changes and resembles a monarch butterfly caterpillar. Make no mistake though, monarch caterpillars solely dine on milkweed plants.

Monarch butterflies enjoy the nectar of milkweed flowers and many other flowers, but their caterpillars will only be found on milkweed plants.

You’ll need a keen eye to spot the tiny pearl-like eggs on the underside of the milkweed leaves. After about four days, the tiny caterpillar will emerge and begin devouring the milkweed.

While you are watching the caterpillar chomp away, you may notice orange and black insects clustered on your milkweed. These are called, not surprisingly, milkweed bugs (someone must have taken the day off on naming day). Though they also

Mealybugs are one of the “bad guys” in the garden world. enjoy eating milkweed and give a little competition to the monarch butterfly caterpillar, these bugs will not harm the caterpillars and are only there for the milkweed. In time, milkweed plants will spread so the milkweed bug may help keep them in check.

If you see a large pair of eyes staring at you in the garden, it just might be the spicebush caterpillar.

Their actual eyes are much smaller than they appear. But the eyespots

are an effective illusion to scare off Time and space doesn’t permit us predators. If you’ve ever seen one to go on, but the sometimes unseen yourself, it’s the stuff of nightmares. and unknown world of beneficial In time, the caterpillar will make the insects like lacewings, ground beeamazing transformation to become tles, and damsel bugs is fascinating. the beautiful spicebush swallowtail Of course, we all know the benefits butterfly. Hans Christian Andersen of bees and other pollinators in the should have chosen this catgarden and rely on them for erpillar as his muse, but our food and plant life.

The Ugly Spicebush Avoid chemicals and insecticides that Butterfly Caterpillar won’t distinguish probably doesn’t roll off the tongue between good and as easily as The bad bugs, but will Ugly Duckling. also kill insects and pollinators The garden is that we depend full of good guys and bad guys, and upon. some of the lines of Special thanks good and evil become to one of our readers, blurred. Though the asKathleen K., for this stosassin bug has a scary ry idea. Shore Local After a diet of milkweed as a News would love to name, you want him on caterpillar, this male monarch hear your suggestions your side. Assassin bugs is ready for some nectar. are predators of many for article topics and different harmful pests would enjoy seeing your own gardens. Please send in the garden, but keep your distance since they can deliver a nasty, painful questions, comments, and pictures sting that you won’t soon forget. You to: shorelocalgardener@gmail.com. may see a tomato hornworm devouring your plant, but if it’s covered in Tammy Thornton is a mom of tiny white ovals, nature is taking care four, a substitute teacher, and of business for you. Those white a Sunday school teacher. She is ovals are wasp eggs, and the parasitic passionate about gardening and larvae will eat the caterpillar until it cooking, and loves the beach. dies.

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Ocean City Crowns Miss Crustacean

he original beauty contest for crustaceans returned August 18th, as Ocean City celebrated the beauty of hermit crabs with contestants vying for the coveted Cucumber Rind Cup. The pageant was followed immediately by the annual Hermit Crab Races with the speediest crustaceans competing for the King of Klutz Award.

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What’s Happening in Ocean City

ongratulations to our new Miss Ocean City, 19-yearold Maddyn Randazzo, who was crowned Saturday on the Ocean City Music Pier. Another week of pageantry in Ocean City includes the Miss Crustacean Beauty Pageant on Wednesday, the Little Miss Ocean City Pageant on Friday and the Junior Miss Ocean City Pageant on Saturday.

The Little Miss Ocean City Pageant starts at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20 at the Ocean City Music Pier. The pageant will include girls ages 8 to 11 competing in talent and other categories. Reigning Little Miss Antonella DiAntonio will crown her successor at the conclusion of the pageant.

Tickets for the event are $10 and will be available at the Ocean City Music Pier Box Office, by visiting oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or by calling 609-399-6111.

The Music Pier will host the 15th annual Junior Miss Ocean City Pageant at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21. Contestants will compete in interview, talent, evening gown and onstage question. Junior Miss Ocean City Natalie Argento will crown her

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Miss Crustacean walks the red carpet

successor. Junior Miss Ocean City serves as an ambassador for the City of Ocean City at iconic traditions like Night in Venice, Pamper Scamper, Baby Parade, Christmas Parade, Wacky Wednesday activities and more. Contestants range in age from 12 to 15 and are either year-round residents in Ocean City, attend or have graduated from Photo credit: Steffen Klenk Ocean City High School, or are the daughters of Ocean City ous blocks on the Ocean City Boardwalk will perform Thursday evenings property owners. Like the Little Miss 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Pageant, tickets for the event are SUNDAY, AUGUST 22 $10 and will be available at the Ocean City Music Pier Box Office, by visiting The Ocean City Pops orchestra oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or will feature four top talents from by calling 609-399-6111.

Philadelphia’s Academy of Vocal Arts: A week of fun also includes: Anne Marie Stanley, Aubry Ballaro, THURSDAY, AUGUST 19 Angel Gomez and Eric Delagrange.

Market Days entertainment and The show is at the Ocean City Muactivities on downtown Asbury Avsic Pier at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range enue will run 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from $20 to $25 and are available at continue Thursday mornings through oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice, the season.

609-399-6111 or the Music Pier Box Family Night entertainers at variOffice.

MONDAY, AUGUST 23 The Marshall Tucker Band with special guests Pure Prairie League will perform in a Summer Concert Series show that begins at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier.

Tickets are available through ticketmaster.com or at the Music Pier Box Office.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 24 Funtastic Tuesdays entertainment and activities on downtown Asbury Avenue will run 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 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.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25 The popular weekly Farmers Market on the grounds of the Ocean City Tabernacle continue 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Wednesday through Sept.

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Ocean City's First Policewoman Enforced Bathing Suit Rules Lillian Olney, Beach Censor of 1925

A Look Back at Ocean City

By Fred Miller

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parading of half nude young men and women on the Boardwalk and streets.

Mayor Champion responded by hiring Ocean City's first policewoman.

The story was reported in newspa-

emale bathing suits were changing quickly in the 1920s. When the decade begin a woman's bathing suit consisted of a heavy wool, loose-fitting dress worn over bloomers and stockings and shoes. By the summer of 1925, women were wearing tight-fitting knit suits with lower necklines and bigger armholes. Stocking and shoes were discarded.

Many in Ocean City did not care for the new bathing suits and This picture was on the front page of the July 24, 1925 issue they were asking Mayor of the Ocean City News with this caption: "Policewoman Joseph G. Champion Miss Lillian Olney (left) gently remonstrates with fair to hire a beach censor. bather for appearing on the Boardwalk in a bathing suit According to newspaper contrary to the City odinance and warning said fair bather articles, people were (center) not to repeat the offence. Former Mayor Harry saying that there were Headley (right) views the proceeding with disapproval." altogether too much Headley was in favor of an easing of the ordinance.

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pers all over the country. "Woman Patrols Beach" was the headline in the July 3, 1925 issue of the Philadelphia Bulletin and the article explained why she was hired: "Miss Lillian Olney is on duty today as Ocean City's first policewoman. Mayor Champion is determined to enforce the ordinance requiring bathers to wear covering as they go through the streets to

and from the beach, and also on the Boardwalk. The new policewoman's duties will be that of enforcing the ordinance regulating bathing attire."

Howard Johnson, Ocean City's Chief of Police, reported Miss Olney was the busiest member of the department during the summer of 1925.

She covered a total of 2,525 cases while on duty.

It's My Derby It’s My Derby is a passion for horses and the sport of kings that came to life. Mike Yanniello grew up in Mays Landing with a love for horse racing. As a young teen, he worked the concessions at both the Atlantic City and Monmouth racecourses. He even worked at the Steel Pier’s famous Diving Horse Show. Mike became very familiar with the culture and excitement of horseracing in his early years.

That eventually bloomed into a business at Stainton’s. He was the first business to sign on to the gallery of shops back in 2012.

It’s My Derby relives “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports” with select memorabilia and collections that include the fun, fashion, food, and allure that represent horse racing’s premier event. The Kentucky Derby is only a two minute race, with 20 horses participating. Yet it is so much more. The road to the Kentucky Derby for these horses is

long and extremely competitive.

The level of excitement is tangible and the traditions that are intertwined in the event have created a culture of fashion, food and celebrations.

It’s My Derby features prints autographed by legendary jockey Ron Turcotte (rider of Secretariat - the greatest r a c i n g thoroughbred of our time) and hats, including the Blake Collection from Christine A Moore, the official milliner of The Kentucky Derby and Breeders Cup International. It’s My Derby also offers Mint Julep collectible glasses, Maker’s Mark sauces, and bourbon-infused foods and sauces.

At It's My Derby, the Derby is not just the “First Saturday In May” it’s all year round!

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Pickleball's Growth Leads to Busy Courts, New Store in Ocean City

By Steffen Klenk

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arly risers at the Ocean City pickleball court know that it is game on before many of us wake up. Teams begin to arrive well before the gates open at 7:30 in the morning. Players claim their spot in hopes of improving their game, or to claim victory. Most teammates end up playing a round or two before continuing on with their day.

Pickleball has been rising in popularity throughout our region for the last decade. Ocean City resident Don Hepner has been a longtime advocate of the sport, which he brought back after staying in Florida during the winter. He had discovered long-established pickleball clubs in Avalon, and was determined to bring a local club to Ocean City.

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Rich Baehrle demonstrates his swing at the Ocean City pickleball court.

In 2011, the city had set up a temporary location for players to enjoy the game inside the Civic Center at 6th Street. Interim netting was used along with painters tape. Several years later, following Hurricane Sandy, games took shape at the tennis courts at 18th Street. In 2015, the city approved four new courts to be built on the grounds of Ocean City

Intermediate School.

In recent years, the sport has seen exponential growth. Last year, at the height of the pandemic, many residents turned to the sport as an outlet to get some much-needed exercise.

In 2020 alone, Ocean City Pickleball Club noted a membership of over 400 players. This year, that number has doubled to over 800 people.

For newcomers, pickleball is a singles and doubles game that is traditionally played on a 20 x 44 court, similar in size to a badminton court and smaller than a regulation tennis court. The ball is served on a diagonal over a 36” regulation net. Players must let the ball bounce at least once prior to volleying and cannot come within 7’ of the net. The first side to score eleven points and lead by two points wins.

With the increased popularity in the sport, shop owners are also seeing the high demand. Landing Creek Pickleball, located inside Pessano’s Variety Store in Ocean City, has been open since last year. The store offers the most extensive line of equipment, from paddles to balls, grips, covers, even the latest apparel. Owner Andrew Pessano opened the store last year as an online retailer, but quickly saw a need to open in-person. “This was filling a need where people could come and see the inventory.”

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to try out the paddles and see which paddle is best suited for them. Those who have interest in learning the sport can sign up for private lessons.

Lessons are offered one-on-one by a certified PPR instructor (Professional Pickleball Registry).

According to Pess ano, t he name Landing Creek comes from Mays Landing Creek.

“I have a court in my front yard; I would play with my buddies and say “We’re meeting at the creek.”

On a professional level, the sport of pickleball has gained momentum in recent years. The Pro Pickleball Association and Association of Pickleball Professionals host national tours and championships throughout the country, where the most seasoned of players compete

for top honors. As for international recognition, Don King has a bold claim. “It may end up in the Olympics.” While it is likely the sport won’t be added to the Olympic roster just yet, there is a major push to grow pickleball internationally.

The Ocean City Pickleball courts are open daily from 7:30am until Sunset. Interested players can pay $60 for a seasonal pass or $40 for up to ten games. Weekly and daily passes are also available for a small fee.

The pickleball season runs until October 30th.

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

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his month make plans to see a moving new solo exhibit in oil, sweat and perhaps tears from Sydnei SmithJordan. SmithJordan brings her eye and brush to a theme that at first glance may seem to be “slavery.”

However, once you truly examine and explore SmithJordan’s collective group of paintings you will see the theme is “Liberty.”

This solo exhibition comes from the brush of Sydnei SmithJordan who has been painting for approximately 30 years. The paintings on display at The Ocean City Arts Center represent 8 months of expression on the theme of what freedom cost people like Harriet Tubman.

In fact the title of the exhibit “Death or Liberty” comes from a quote from the great American freedom fighter, Harriet Tubman.

“There are two things I’ve got a right to, and are DEATH and LIBERTY. One or the other I mean to have.”

Seen as a whole group of paintings collected in The Ocean City Arts Center gallery, the message and the urgency of “freedom ...of “LIBERTY” bleeds through every stroke of Sydnei SmithJordan’s revealing brush.

SmithJordan brings to the canvas the story of moving from enslaved to liberated. Her brush captures the people involved in the liberation of people of color in a way that is beau-

tifully if not hauntingly life-like.

Separately SmithJordan displays one masterpiece after another on the walls of The Ocean City Art Center.

Seen altogether, the artist takes us through an oil painting journey from 1690 when slavery began, through her recreation of auction posters, to the dailey toil and torment of American slavery, to the freedom runs led

by Harriet Tubman, to today and the film “Harriet” with actress Cynthia Erivo as Harriet Tubman.

SmithJordan’s exhibit has a graphic novel feel as each painting frames an important moment in American history. SmithJordan’s “Death or Liberty” successfully unites a 3 way marriage between a mastery of oil painting, a dynamic eye for storytelling and the ability to present a bitter

history. I do not see “Death or Liberty” as another re-telling of slavery...I see this exhibit as an artist revealing in fresh new details why “Freedom ain’t free.” It is well worth the time to take your family, your church, your camp or social group to The Ocean City Arts Center and view and discuss the messages conveyed through Sydnei SmithJordan’s exhibition…”Death or Liberty.”

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A Look Back When Atlantic City Transformed into "Camp Boardwalk"

By Sarah Fertsch

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ighty years ago, Atlantic City looked much different from today.

Resorts Casino was once Thomas England General Hospital, one of the main hospitals serving disabled veterans during World War II. The beach was overflowing with military trainees instead of vacationers. Hotels were trans-

formed into barracks, charging only $1 per night. The Easter Parade (the largest in the country) was traded in for military exercises. Diving horses stopped diving, salt water taffy was no longer being stretched, and Miss America was touring the Thomas England General Hospital rather than Boardwalk Hall.

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The fun-town brand of Atlantic City allowed soldiers to smile for a moment before they were deployed, even if all of the fun was put on pause.

A nightly curfew was set, so all lights would be turned off to protect the town from German submarines.

Six aircraft rescue boats were docked at Gardner’s Basin, preparing for the likelihood of a German attack.

Unfortunately, tens of ships were blown to pieces by German submarines right off the Jersey coast, so the likelihood of a missile attack was high.

The Miss America pageant continued on, boosting the morale of soldiers and representing the American Spirit well. The crowned queen would make rounds in the hospital and on the boardwalk, cheering on the soldiers.

The Associated Press interviewed George Jollie, a fellow from Collingswood who trained at Camp Boardwalk as an army man. “I always said it was the best time in service,” he said. “The entrance price was a little high, though.”

Jollie was sent to Thomas England General Hospital after he lost a leg during combat in Italy. He then stayed at the Chalfonte-Haddon Hotel, which served as a sick ward for veterans.

Overlooking the boardwalk, Jollie recalled overlooking military calis-

thenics and docking exercises held on the beach. “It was a dandy place to recuperate,” Jollie said. “The whole city turned itself over to you. You could get a Sunday dinner every night of the week.”

At the Atlantic City Training Center, recruits would practice marches and strategic advances. The military-history blog “Lost Greetings” writes, “The Wikipedia page for this installation states that its official military records were destroyed within two decades of the close of the war because the location was not associated with any particular fighting unit.

The local newspapers have retained some photos of the wartime activities, but the training center reverted back to civilian use immediately following the war. Virtually no trace of its existence is still evident in Atlantic City, except that the convention hall, once used for military drills, remains as an official historic landmark now known as Boardwalk Hall.”

After the war ended in 1945, Atlantic City tried to transform back to its leisurely self, but struggled to find the success it once had in the 1920s and 1930s. All that remains from Camp Boardwalk is a plaque at Resorts Casino, commemorating Thomas England General Hospital and the soldiers it served.

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Margate's Past, Present & Future Bayside boardwalk almost complete

By: Valerie Lonkart

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s the saying goes, everything in life is temporary, and like many New Jersey coastal towns, Margate has seen plenty of changes over the years. From the bayberry bushes that covered the island in the 1940s to the first John Mahoney home built in the 1950s, the evolution has been a steady one, bringing about beach cottages, yearly homes, and beach front condos. There have been pet boutiques, clothing boutiques, bars, and restaurants galore. The town has seen a boardwalk come and mother nature take that same boardwalk away.

Amherst Avenue, between Coolidge and Washington Avenues, has certainly seen its fair share of change as well. Many will remember

the days when the strip was referred to as the Barbary Coast, filled with local haunts Gable's, which served up bands and beer in the back and Kelly's Pub in the front. At some point, Gable's turned into dance club Polo Bay. While the location is the same, everything else about the corner of Amherst and Washington is different, with Tomatoe's now serving some of the best sushi on the island and offering an upscale bar scene and dancing.

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Live music venue Merrill's turned Gilhooley's is now Sophia's, an upscale Greek and Mediterranean restaurant.

And of course, the famed Strotbeck's became the equally famous Steve & Cookie's As the bar scene has evolved into a fine dining scene, the bay side of Amherst Avenue has changed, too.

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"We are really excited for the promenade," said Margate Business Association Executive Director Anna Maria Blescia-Courter.

"Fall funfest will really highlight that area and all its natural beauty."

The promenade, which will be complete with railings, access ramps, and lighting, has been part of a much larger project, one that involves the completion of a new bulkhead. According to Amodeo, the bulkhead failures beginning in 2010 along Amherst

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AC Cruises Brings Sights and Special Moments to Atlantic City Area

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Families smiled as they heard the message over the intercom. A little boy stood against the railing, pointing at the waves. The Dolphin Cruise was leaving the dock at Gardner’s Basin and headed for an unforgettable voyage around Absecon Island. Sunlight glimmered on the peaks of the waves, making the water sparkle. The boat rocked back and forth gently as Captain Jeff George narrated the journey.

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The audience applauded with excitement. Then, sure enough, in about an hour, they would take pictures of a large pod of dolphins.

Some even saw baby dolphins, connected to their mother by an umbilical cord.

This is the 23rd season of chartering cruises for Atlantic City Cruises. They offer a morning skyline cruise, an afternoon dolphin watching cruise, a 4 pm sightseeing tour, and happy hour in the evenings.

“I love being on the water,” said Captain Jeff George, owner and president of AC Cruises. “I’ve loved it since I was a kid. It’s my high.”

“It was the best time of my life,” said Kelly, a passenger on the Dolphin Cruise. “My kids love being on the water, and my husband and I enjoyed delicious drinks. We would definitely come back for more.”

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Jeff. He loves “giving a great first impression” to guests, and making sure they have a great time on the waters. On the dolphin cruise, he almost always finds dolphins, but on the rare days when the dolphins are hard to find, AC Cruises offers free tickets to ensure that guests see dolphins at some point in the summer.

The cruise has caught sight of more than just dolphins. In the springtime, when the waters are cooler, Captain Jeff shared that he finds seals, whales, sea turtles, and sharks. Sunfish are also close by, of-

ten found by the surface, bathing in the warm sun.

“We do a lot of private party events, like bachelorette parties or corporate events,” said Jeff.

“Our boat seats around one hundred people, so later this season, AC Cruises is excited to announce a tiki boat addition to our fleet.”

The tiki boat will seat about 24 people. Guests are invited to provide their own food and drinks, with the company also recommending the best places to pick up your supplies for this unique experience. This is not your average party boat. The vessel is a US Coast Guard licensed vessel with a licensed boat captain that will transport guests on a two-hour tour between Atlantic City and Brigantine. If you want to party for longer than two hours, they will also have the option of renting the vessel for longer.

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"Mom Brain" is Real Moms Vibe:

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e’ve all experienced it in one way or another. My younger sister used to refer to it as “placenta brain” when we were pregnant with our first children until we realized “mom brain” was a permanent thing. I often tell people that I traded my brain in exchange for children. Now my oldest loves to refer to me as “Dory” from Finding Nemo.

However you cut it, “mom brain” is a real thing and one thing is for sure: it does not end after pregnancy. With so many things to think about, worry about, and figure out daily, it is easy to find ourselves scatterbrained and forgetful.

Some experts have conducted studies showing that “mom brain” is actually beneficial, resulting in a mother’s ability to multitask and think creatively. Afterall, that is how we survive - through creative multitasking. For most of us however, it can feel exhausting when we miss an appointment or feel like we can not get it all done. Try these --- ideas to cope with “Mom Brain.”

Give Yourself A Break It can be frustrating when you feel like you are existing in a permanent fog. Wherever you find yourself in the motherhood journey, take a deep breath and remember that you are not alone in the struggle. Give yourself a break and remind yourself of all the things you do on a daily basis. As mothers, we have a perpetually full plate that needs tending to. It’s okay if you feel like you can not do it all. While we might be the rockstars of our homes, we are still only human. Do your best and forget the rest.

5 Minutes or Less Rule Let’s be honest, “mental notes” no longer typically work for us. We might think we will remember that one thing we have to put in our calendar later but how often do we forget until it’s too late? The “5 Minutes or Less Rule” is a helpful way to get things done effectively.

If the task takes less than five minutes, just do it. Make the document, write the email, switch the laundry, put the event in your calendar, whatever it is, just do it right away. It will take a minute or two out of your present moment and add an abundance of peace to your mind.

That’s one less thing you have to think about now.

Take Time to Recharge You are not the Energizer Bunny. You were not created to keep going and going. I read an Instagram caption recently by @eatingheryoung that said, “The mother is the priority.

She is the important one. She is the one with wisdom and insight. Neglect the mother, neglect the world.”

We must remember that we are the source, the hub, the core. If we are fizzling and frustrated, chances are everyone else is too.

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It’s imperative that we take time to recharge our energy and refocus our minds. Our children take up serious real estate in our brains.

Taking time to focus on what we love to do, what makes us an individual in this world, is a healthy way to clear mental space so we can continue to be the moms that we want to be.

Digital To-Do Lists Anybody else known for handwriting a huge to-do list only to leave it on the kitchen table? Thank goodness for technology in our pockets that can help us stay on our A-game when it comes to the never ending list of things needing our attention. Keep a running list in your phone notes or find a to-do list app that

best serves your life. Know that it’s there as a resource for you, rather than a thorn in your side. It’s a tool in your “motherhood toolbox.”

Take Care of Your Physical and Mental Health Forget the idea of exercising to get your “pre-baby body” back. You’re a mother now.

You can have whatever body you’d like. However, taking care of our physical health is a great way to improve our mental health. Regular exercise, water intake, and whole foods all aid in healthy brain function.

Mental health matters. You are worth the time, energy, and resources to seek proper mental health support, whatever that may

look like for you. Whether it is a mental health specialist, a spiritual advisor, or some time with your girlfriends, you need the time and space to allow your mind to exist freely. Give yourself space for that.

You are doing great, Shore Local Mom! Keep that beautiful light shining by prioritizing yourself this week and beyond.

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What’s Below the Surface: 10 Creatures You’ll Find in New Jersey Waters

By Sarah Fertsch

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o you ever think about what’s on the ocean floor of the Jersey Shore? It’s probably the last thing you want to think about, especially when you’re boogie-boarding with your kids on a hot summer day.

Despite any creepy-crawly fears, learning about our friends under the sea will make you more conscious of your environment and island habitat!

Here’s what you’ll find below the surface on your local NJ beach:

Harbor Seal

These puppy-like creatures are all around the beaches, especially in the springtime. According to the Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey, the Jersey shore is the

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Humpback Whale

largest “haul-out” site for harbor seals, meaning that seals travel across the east coast for mating and feeding. Seals are mammals, so they need to come up for air often, so they can be found in shallow waters, even in the summers.

Adults can be about six feet long, weighing almost 300 pounds. Even though they are very cute, these creatures can be dangerous, so make sure to keep your distance if you spot a seal nearby.

Atlantic Octopus

Although rare in colder waters, you might catch an Atlantic Octopus on the bay off Atlantic City. Octopi hunt at dusk, searching for mollusks, crabs, and lobsters. It paralyzes its prey by secreting poison through its tentacles and then uses its suckers to wiggle its meal out of its shell. These animals are

incredibly smart, smart enough to catch a crab out of a trap or unscrew a jar. Although octopi are colorblind, they have special receptors that allow them to blend into their environment, like a chameleon. You’ll typically find an octopus around coral or rocks, so be careful when exploring the seafloor!

Humpback whales are common in almost every ocean, but populate Jersey waters when the bay is cold, particularly in the spring, winter, and fall. They search for food, eating up to 300 pounds of krill and small crustaceans per day! They reach up to 60 feet in length, with females being larger than males.

Humpback whales have the largest fin of any other whale species. This species is on both the federal and state endangered species list, so be careful about maintaining your fishing nets so whales don’t get caught. For a fantastic look at whales, check out whale-watching cruises in Atlantic and Cape May County!

Lined Seahorse

Sometimes called the Northern Seahorse, these creatures can be found between rocks and coral across the Atlantic Ocean, from Nova Scotia to Panama. They span in color, ranging from yellow to black. They

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feed on tiny crustaceans and use their beak to suck their prey out of their shell. Uniquely these animals breed monogamously, for life, and the males get pregnant and have babies!

rays fall into a category of their own. Along the Jersey shore, shark sightings are often mistaken for cownose rays!

Horseshoe Crabs

You’ve definitely seen these along the beach. These rounded discs come to mate on the Atlantic coast and can be identified by their translucent color and clover design in the center.

Moon jellies can be found close to the ocean’s surface because they primarily feed on plankton, which grow in the sunlight. That means it’s often eaten by sea birds, though. Its sting is relatively benign to humans (if you are stung, you may feel a mild stinging sensation that should disappear quickly).

These bizarre-looking creatures are a blast from the past – one of the last remaining creatures from the Paleozoic era (445 million years ago). Their blood contains a special clotting agent, Limulus Amoebocyte Lysate (LAL), that assists humans with infection detection and with tolerating prosthetic devices such as knee replacements and heart valves.

These crabs are common on the Jersey Shore and around the Delaware Bay. They are most common between May and August, so keep your eyes peeled at the beach!

Cownose Ray

This stingray is common around the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic shorelines. They have a wingspan of three feet and can weigh up to 50 pounds. Their diet consists of various types of clams, which draw the rays close to the beach. Mating takes place between June and July, and after an 11-month gestation period, females raise a single pup for the rest of the summer. Although they appear as if they are skates or stingrays, cownose

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Jersey Shore during the summer to lay eggs on the beach.

These turtles can be identified by their reddish-brown color and large head. They primarily eat jellyfish and crustaceans.

Loggerhead turtles are currently threatened by beach development and ocean pollution, so be sure to care for turtles if you spot a mother or eggs on the beach near you.

Moon Jellyfish

Sand Tiger Shark

Somewhat scary to think about, this NJ shark grows up to 10 feet long and up to 300 pounds.

It’s sometimes referred to as the “ragged-tooth shark” because its toothy grin makes it stand out compared to other shark species. These sharks prefer warm water, so they are most com-

Hermit Crabs

mon along the Jersey Shore in the summer. They migrate to shallower waters in the summer as well, searching for small fish to feed on. There’s some evidence to indicate that the Delaware Bay area is a primary mating ground for these sharks, according to the Conserve Wildlife Foundation of NJ. Sand Tiger sharks are critically endangered in some parts of the Atlantic Ocean and are considered a Species of Concern for NJ.

Loggerhead Sea Turtle

Sea turtles populate all areas of the Atlantic Ocean, but migrate to the

Hermit crabs are not crabs at all! In fact, they are actually a species of shrimp that is protected by a shell. There are two types of hermit crabs – land crabs, which breathe with lungs, and ocean crabs, which breathe with gills. Hermit crabs are so entrenched in their shell that if they were threatened by a bird, their bodies would rip apart easier than a crab would be ripped out of its shell!

Speaking of hermit crabs, check out Martin T. Mollusk, the mascot of Ocean City!

In conclusion, make sure to always keep the health and safety of yourself and these animals in mind. If you spot a sea animal while you are basking on the beach, keep your distance. If you notice a marine mammal in trouble, contact the Marine Mammal Stranding Center at 609-266-3508.

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AC Arts Foundation is geting bigger & better

By Krystle J. Bailey

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he Atlantic City Arts Foundation was chosen by the State of New Jersey as one of four community-based organizations to participate in an Art Grant Program focused on bringing

awareness to coastal hazard impacts.

ACAF, host of the annual 48 Blocks Arts Celebration, has gained a great deal of notoriety since its inception in 2015. This week, ACAF in partnership with art educators, Rebecca Shultz and Nancy Agati, completed a state-level project for a meaningful cause.

In 2020, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Coastal Management Program (CMP) was awarded a grant that would fund community-based art installations intended to raise awareness about coastal hazard impacts.

In partnership with the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, the rigorous application process began last year, culminating in an educational art installation at the foot of the Absecon Lighthouse completed on August 13th.

The “Water Table” installation, funded through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), was one of four projects throughout the state of New Jersey chosen to participate in the NJ Coastal Resiliency Art Program.

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The purpose of the program, as explained by the State of NJ, is “to engage communities in new ways, to increase their awareness and understanding of flooding risks in the coastal zone, and introduce other risk communication tools being produced by the CMP.” “Water Table” can be found at the base of the Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City and viewed from various points from the lighthouse stairs.

The landscaped mosaic is made of permeable surfaces including sea glass, crushed brick, shells, sand, stone, woodchips, and gravel.

These permeable materials allow for water absorption in a way that concrete or asphalt cannot. Landscaping materials with a porous nature such as these have the power to mitigate coastal flooding.

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Artists Rebecca Shultz and Nancy Agati conceptualized the “Water Table” installation as a means for viewers to contrast water absorption as rainwater or tidal surges run through the piece. The mosaic was created with the help of community members who submitted designs that could be incorporated into the piece as well as materials that were used to bring it to life.

Members of the community were invited to lend helping hands as the mosaic was installed. From raking up sand to adding in plants and sea glass, members of the Atlantic City community were integral in seeing “Water Table” through to fruition.

The Special Improvements Division of the CRDA aided in digging the perfectly sized hole for the installation.

While viewers are invited to

visit the “Water Table” installation anytime during Absecon Lighthouse hours, educational demonstrations are planned for the future as well.

The first demonstration is scheduled for this Sunday, August 22nd as a part of the 48 Blocks Arts Celebration series.

“Abby,” as the Absecon Lighthouse is affectionately nicknamed, will be bustling this Sunday starting with the Live Well AC Farmers Market beginning at 9am. The 48 Blocks AC Absecon Lighthouse event will overlap, beginning at 11am.

The day will include visual demonstrations by Shutlz and Agati, live music, hands-on t-shirt design, art exhibits and more.

Jean Muchanic and the entire Absecon Lighthouse team have been gracious hosts to this meaningful art installation, recent farmer’s markets, healing seminars and more. The Absecon Lighthouse has served as a homebase for community healing in infinite ways.

Join the Atlantic City Arts Foundation this Sunday for a memorable day of art and education or learn more about “Water Table” at www. atlanticcityartsfoundation.org/water.

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Jewish Family Service Expands Food Pantry

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ewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties has tripled the size of its existing food pantry and added perishable products, fresh produce, vegetables, meats, poultry and protein rich foods. The modified JFS Pantry also includes two wings with a complete Family Pantry catering to children age five and younger with diapers,

wipes, formula, rice cereal and other necessities. This year, JFS anticipates distributing over 100,000 pounds of food to individuals and families in the county as the need continues to rise due to the unprecedented economic environment. The Grand Opening of the pantry was held August 12th.

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(Left to right): Community FoodBank of Southern New Jersey Director Denise Hladun, Assembly John Armato, Jewish Family Service CEO Andrea Steinberg, and Atlantic County Commissioner Maureen Kern attended the JFS grand opening of the expanded food pantry on August 12. More than 100 attendees toured the expanded facility which now offers fresh and frozen foods as well as non-perishables and basic essentials. The JFS Pantry, located in Margate, anticipates distributing more than 100,000 pounds of food this year to community residents in need.

(Left to right): Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies President & CEO Reuben Rotman, JFS CEO Andrea Steinberg, Chabad at the Shore Rabbi Avrohom Rapoport, and JFS Board President Joel Caplan, Ph.D., slice the challah after the blessing at the grand opening of the agency’s expanded food pantry on August 12. Guests enjoyed a tour of the pantry which tripled in size, speeches, hearing proclamations and ribbon-cutting at the event.

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(Left to right): Jewish Family Service Chief Executive Officer Andrea Steinberg and JFS Board President Joel Caplan, Ph.D., accept a proclamation on behalf of the City of Margate to congratulate the agency on the grand opening of the expanded food pantry. The agency will distribute more than 100,000 pounds of food to residents in need this year.

Jewish Family Service staff provided tours to guests who attended the agency’s expanded food pantry grand opening on August 12. In 2021, JFS will distribute more than 100,000 pounds of food to community residents in need including non-perishable staples such as peanut butter, jelly, mac-ncheese, rice, cereal, tuna and more.

Jewish Family Service Chief Impact Officer Laura Rodgers spoke to the crowd about how food insecurity in our region has exponentially increased since the onset of the pandemic. In 2020, JFS’ Food Pantry fed 7,335 people including 2,487 children and the need continues to rise. JFS anticipates distributing more than 100,000 pound of food to individuals and families in 2021.

Invited guests strolled through the JFS boardroom which housed food displays showcasing the volume of products distributed to residents in need in our community.

The JFS Pantry is proud to help everyone who contacts the agency looking for food.

With the expanded pantry, individuals and families can enjoy fresh fruit, vegetables, poultry, meats, frozen foods and more. In 2021, JFS expects to distribute 100,000 pounds of food to residents in the county.

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It’s also imperative to drink water often. Drinking lots of water is a good way to cool down our internal body temperature. I suggest drinking half your body weight in ounces per day. Many foods also contain water to keep us hydrated in these warm summer months.

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City Beer & Music Festival at Bader From entertainment, Field and I was so bummed out that I’ll have more below about meeting Kelsey I missed him. When I heard he was scheduled to make another appearGrammer and my interance (or two) in Atlantic City, I made action with him. Also, my sure I didn’t miss him a second time! girlfriend and I watched PT and Kelsey Grammer Grammer was at the historic Irish a fascinating documenPub Atlantic City on St. James Place tary on Amazon Prime about one of ● One thing to take note of though, the biggest Hollywood actors of the last week, and also made a nighttime is that the Phillies remaining 80’s and 90’s. As always though, we appearance at Steel Pier. Let me just schedule is easier than the Braves begin with sports, and my thoughts: say it was a real pleasure to meet him or the Mets the rest of the way. for a few minutes and to express to ● For the second week in a row, I’ll Beginning on Tuesday night in him what a big fan I am of his work. start with the Phillies, but only to Arizona, 20 of the Phillies' next Since I last wrote, the Phillies have note that they are no longer in first 28 games will be against sub-.500 slid out of first place. The Eagles place as I write this. Losing two teams. If the best path to winning have played one preseason game a watered-down National League out of three to the Dodgers and and are hosting their second oppotwo out of three to the Reds will East is the one with the least resistance, the Phillies should nent for some joint practices before do that to you! As I write this, the Atlanta Braves are in first place in preseason game #2. The Sixers are be considered the favorite. The wrapping up summer league play. The the N.L. East, a game and a half Phillies have the softest remaining Flyers are getting set to host their deahead of the idle Phillies. schedule of the NL East contenders. Their opponents have a .468 winning percentage, compared to .489 for the Braves’ and .502 for the New York Mets’. ● That doesn’t mean the Phillies don’t have problems though. Including Opening Day starter Aaron Nola, who threw another dud against the Reds on 8/15. Once again, Nola was unable to finish off Over 50Years hitters after getting to two strikes. of Goodness In 4 1/3 innings against the Reds, Nola gave up six hits — all in twoLargest Selection of Organic Produce strike counts. Jonathan India’s leadoff homer came on an oh-two • Carrots • Red & Green Peppers • Cucumbers pitch. Reds pitcher Sonny Gray • Lettuce • Squash • Beets • Kale • Leeks • Beets • Celery

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By the time you read this, Kyle Gibson, Ranger Suarez and Zack Wheeler will all have started for the Phillies in Arizona. The Phils then head to play a good Padres team in San Diego before returning home to play some of those “easy” teams.

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They lead 10-zip after one quarter of play, which is when the starters were in there the most. To me, not a terrible first effort at all.

Of course, the secret is out now on wide receiver Quez Watkins who’s been having an outstanding training camp by all indications. Watkins caught a short bubble-screen pass from backup QB Joe Flacco and then took it 79-yards to the house for a touchdown. Watkins could’ve had a second touchdown earlier in the game, but Jalen Hurts overthrew him when he had a step on the corner. I think Watkins has good speed, and will only shine more when top pick DeVonta Smith returns.

Speaking of which, Smith was back as a limited participant at the first joint practice the Eagles had with the Patriots at the NovaCare Complex on Monday.

This is always fascinating to me that teams now welcome another NFL team into their complex to practice and train. Especially the Patriots, right? Those two are scheduled to meet at Lincoln Financial Field on Thursday August 19th with the final preseason game for the Eagles scheduled for Friday August 27th at the Jets in East Rutherford.

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In basketball, the Sixers have one more game to play in Las Vegas Summer League action as I write this. Paul Reed has been the big story for the Sixers so far as the power forward / center became the second player in NBA Summer League history to have a 20-20 game the other night. Reed had 27 points, 20 rebounds, four assists, four steals and four blocks in Sunday’s 99-96 overtime loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The second-year player went 11-for-17 from the field, including making 2 of 3 three-pointers. Keep in mind, this came one night after a 14-point, 10-rebound effort in a 100-80 loss to the Boston Celtics. Keep an eye on Reed and if this offense can translate to the regular season!

The Summer League games don’t really count, but Sixers fans are getting an opportunity to learn more about Reed, Tyrese Maxey, Isaiah Joe, and first-round pick Jaden Springer. In the end, the Summer League is about seeing what you have in your rookies, and also seeing if your second-year players can take a big step forward. I’d say, so far, so GOOD. Which leaves us with the Flyers out of the four major pro sports to still discuss. The latest news there is that the Flyers development

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On a sad note, former Flyers beat writer and journalist Jay Greenberg has passed away at the age of 71 from complications from the West Nile virus. During his five decades of sports journalism, Mr.

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From the soccer pitch, U.S. Women’s National Team star Carli Lloyd has announced that she will retire this fall after a 16-year career that included two World Cup championships, two Olympic gold medals and probably the greatest biggame performance in women’s soccer history. The 39-year-old forward from Delran will continue playing in four U.S. national team friendlies and the remainder of the National Women’s Soccer League season with Gotham FC.

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Lloyd ranks second behind Kristine Lilly in U.S. national team appearances (312) and fourth in goals (128), including two in the bronze-medal victory over Australia at the Tokyo Olympics. She is also sixth in assists (64). Only three other players in international women's soccer have played in at least 300 matches. I got to meet Lloyd briefly at the Philadelphia Sports Writers Banquet in Cherry Hill a few years back.

At the time, I found her to be a focused and driven individual. I see that she’s repaired her relationship with her family, and wants to spend more time with her husband, so that’s good to see. In fact, she said “We are both looking forward to starting this next chapter of our lives without my everyday grind of training and playing, but I will most likely need another outlet for my competitiveness,” she said. “Perhaps that will be golf?”

Speaking of golf, tickets are now on sale for the 2021 ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer, where the world’s best female golfers will come together in Atlantic City at Seaview, A Dolce Hotel for the area’s largest annual sporting event, Sept. 27-Oct. 3.

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Merion, which is already scheduled I’m going to play in the upcomto host the 2022 Curtis Cup Match ing media day for the event at and the 2026 U.S. Amateur, will Seaview and am looking forward also host the 2030 and 2050 U.S. to returning to the event as well.

Opens, as well as the 2034 and Olympian Mel Reid is scheduled 2046 U.S. Women’s Opens, with to defend her 2020 title, and the additional amateur championships ShopRite LPGA Classic Donated to be named in the future. This is $1.5 Million to Local Charities in HUGE news for the historic club 2020. It’s always a GREAT thing in Ardmore, PA as now two more when women’s pro golf returns to U.S. Opens will be held on the Galloway. hallowed grounds. The dates are

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As always, I’ll close with a few items from entertainment and I’ll start with my meeting with “Cheers” and “Frasier” actor Kelsey Grammer. I was so happy to see him as warm and engaging with all who wanted to meet him at the Irish Pub (164 St. James Place) in Atlantic City the other day. Most folks were content to take a picture or say a kind word, but I was thrilled to get a minute or two with Grammer and tell him how much I admired his work recently in “Dr. Death” which I wrote about here in SHORE LOCAL. I also got to tell him how much I enjoyed his series “Boss” that ran on Starz for two seasons in 2011 and 2012. He was so GOOD in that series and he smiled when I mentioned it, making sure to thank me for recognizing his good work.

Speaking of good work, how many films have you seen and admired the work of Val Kilmer in?

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Plus, who can forget his role in “Top Gun” in 1986…? I personally thought his best acting job was when he portrayed the late Jim Morrison in “The Doors” movie in 1991, Oliver Stone’s look at the legendary singer and group. I’m writing about this because my girlfriend and I watched “Val” his 2021 documentary film on Amazon Prime that includes a lot of behind the scenes footage that Kilmer himself shot. Kilmer had amassed over 800 hours of footage of that featured him growing

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I’ll close with a word about COVID-19 and the delta variant. It is my continued hope that you stay safe, stay healthy, and if a place requires you to wear a mask, it’s for a reason.

Above all, just keep being KIND to one another.

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The Original Fall Boardwalk Classic Car Show returns to Wildwood

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During the Big Show Car Corral, a selection of cars will be displayed for sale by the private owners and vendors. In the evening, you will be able to enjoy the entertainment, which

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lassic car enthusiasts are some of the most dedicated hobbyists around.

For local car enthusiasts, one of the most anticipated events of the year is back this September 24th and 25th from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm in Wildwood. Although the event usually takes place on the boardwalk, the ongoing maintenance work has meant the show has been shifted to Downtown Wildwood on Pacific Avenue, with a second exciting location added at the Wildwoods Conventions Center.

The main exhibition will be at the Pacific Avenue location, which will host vendors, entertainment, and more. The venue will be showing a variety of fan-favorite classic cars,

which typically line the boards. The makes and models of these cars all differ with all being at least 25 years or older. The show starts at 9 am and runs until 3:30 pm on both Friday, September 24th and Saturday, September 25th, giving spectators ample time to enjoy the cars, restaurants, bars, and shops over the two days. On Sunday 26th, at 10 am, there will be an awards ceremony which participants are invited to attend and find out who wins Downtown Top 40, Best of Show Stock, Best of Show Modified, and The Old School Me-

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Some of the featured cars include a 1957 Chevrolet 150 Wagon from Mark Silverberg, a 1964 Ford Fairlane from Mike Nestore, and a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro from Robert Hornung.

These are just a small selection of what will be on display, and for a full list of the participating cars, be sure to check out their website: https:// wildwoodcarshows.com/.

The event is being organized by JSM productions, who are behind several of the most prominent motor events in Southern New Jersey. Although things have had to be formatted slightly differently this year, it is still set to be a great, action-packed weekend with some impressive vehicles on display. As last year’s was canceled, this has become a highly-anticipated event, and JSM productions have ensured that this year’s event will be better than ever.

Daniel, who attended the event when it last happened in 2019, said “This is a great classic car expo. It is simple, not overwhelming with hundreds of cars, and all the ones on display have been hand-picked for this show in particular. The organizers are great because they know the crowd and they know exactly what they are looking for and are interested in. I was pretty upset when it got canceled last year, so I am really excited for it to be on again this year! If you are thinking about going, just do it – you won’t regret it!”

To register your classic car for the show, prices start at only $45, and cars must be at least 25 years old to be included. Vendor spots differ

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Many Opting For A Green Burial (part one)

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n today's modem world oftexting, online shopping and dinner being delivered to your door by DoorDash it seems there is no limit to how the very basics of life have changed in the past years. Instant gratification and convenience dominate our society as every industry struggles to make the product and/or service faster, better and cheaper. The Funeral industry is no different, coming up with better ways to properly memorialize your loved one with online funeral services and different cremation options to make things cleaner and fitting. But there is a segment of the population that looks for, if not yearns for a simpler way of honoring their loved one. This method is actually a return to a more traditional way of final disposition that are ancestors followed. Today this method has been dubbed Green Burial!

What is green burial? Many have never heard of it before. Put simply green burial is a natural way of laying a deceased loved one to rest without a lot of modem traditional methods that are not environmentally friendly. To better understand what green burial is it is important to understand what the

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traditional methods of disposition are.

First, there is traditional burial which many people are familiar with. This method consists of usually embalming the deceased with a chemical solution of formaldehyde or glutaraldehyde.

Then the deceased is dressed, has cosmetics put on and placed in a metal or wooden casket for a public viewing and service. Following the service the loved one is taken to a cemetery for burial and this usually consists of placing the casket in a concrete or metal vault in the ground. Once the casket is in the vault, the vault lid is placed on and then both the vault and casket are covered over with earth. The grave is then traditionally marked with a monument of some kind denoting the location of the deceased. Now what was just described is the standard type of traditional burial service but there are many variations of this such as graveside services to crypt entombment but that is another article for another time.

Andrew B. Hoffinan is a funeral director at Jeffries and Keates and Keates-Plum Funeral Homes and a twenty-two year veteran of the funeral industry.

How to stage your home to sell while you are living in it

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taging is an important part of selling your home and can help your property attract attention. However, it may be difficult to do while you are still living there. Follow a few of these tips like focusing on your entryways, decluttering, and using a storage unit to stage your home before moving out.

If you are eager to put your home on the market, but you are finding it difficult to stage amidst the uniqueness of your space, these tips are sure to make this process a breeze.

Color Neutral is a popular choice for professional stagers, but it isn't the only way to prepare your space when looking to sell your home. If you have a color theme going on, keep it

around. No need to neutralize your space entirely.

Declutter.

The biggest step to any staging project is decluttering, especially if you're still living there. This includes cleaning your space. The countertops should be free of stains, the coffee table organized, and the bathrooms wiped down.

Entryway Whether it is a grand hallway or a simple entryway, put extra care into making this space attractive. It's the first thing people notice about your interior.

Clutter Your garage will also want to be seen by potential buyers. A storage unit could help free up space in this often cluttered area.

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Although it takes a lot of effort on the part of parents, schools and communities to develop this habit, it will make a long lasting impression. Exercise should be a regular part of your day, like brushing your teeth, eating, and sleeping. It can be in gym class, joining a sports team, or working out on your own. The nice thing about high school sports is that they have specific days

for weight training but if you’re not on a sports team, what can you do? I have some tips to get the kids moving!

Find an activity that you think is fun.

You are more likely to keep with it if you choose something you like. A lot of people find it's more fun to exercise with someone else, so see if you can find a friend or family member to be active with. My daughter and I work out together and we have a great time.

Small changes can add up to better fitness too. For example, walk or ride your bike to school or to a friend's house instead of getting a ride. Use the stairs instead of the escalator or even park far away (if you drive) and get in those extra steps before entering your destination. Whatever you choose, make sure it includes aerobic activity that makes you breathe harder and increases your heart rate. This is the best type of exercise because it increases your fitness level and makes your heart and lungs work better. It also burns off body fat. Examples of aerobic activities for teens are basketball, running, flag football, biking or swimming. These are just a few ideas that are also enjoyable for teenagers.

You also don’t want to forget to warm up prior to any exercise with some easy exercises or mild stretching before you do any physical activity. This warms your muscles up and may help protect against injury. Stretching makes your muscles and joints more flexible too. It is also important to stretch out after you exercise to cool down your muscles.

Watch less TV or spend less time playing computer or video games. (Use this time to exercise instead!) Or exercise while watching TV. I was just telling my family this the other day. My grandmother used to exercise and stretch on the floor while watching TV. She was in great shape her entire life and I know that made a lasting impression on me. Sit on the floor and do crunches or stand and do squats while watching your favorite show. Make it a game and do Jumping Jacks during commercials.

Also, make sure you drink plenty of fluids before, during, and after any exercise (water is best but flavored

sports drinks can be used if they do not contain a lot of sugar). This will help replace the electrolytes lost. Get 9 to 10 hours of sleep every night. I know this is a tough one for teens but sleep is so important.

The goal for teens should be to do some type of exercise every day. It is best to do some kind of aerobic activity without stopping for at least 30 to 60 minutes each time. Do the activity as often as possible, but don't exercise to the point of pain. Always rate yourself on a scale from 1-10 on how you’re feeling. Can you do more or should you scale back? Starting this path early on in life can last well into adulthood. Leading a healthy lifestyle by making fitness a priority will only yield positive results.

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The Atlantic City Free Summer Concert Series is Back

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tlantic City is finally welcoming back another summer tradition that was taken away by Covid-19. Every year thousands of Atlantic City and South Jersey Residents would set up their summer calendars based on The Atlantic City Free Summer Concert Series. This year the Atlantic City Free Concert Series is back for 2 great days.

Each year Vannessa Jordan, President of The National R&B Society Inc. works with the city of Atlantic City to bring concerts to Gardner’s Basin free of charge.

These concerts are more than just entertainment. The concert series brings the community together for fellowship and fun.

Each time I attend, I see people from my past I have not seen in years.

Seeing friends for me is much more important than who’s on stage.

The series has brought some of the brightest stars from hip hop and R&B to Atlantic City over the years, including The Sugar Hill Gang, Dennis Edwards’ Temptations, and Howard Hewett of the 1980’s group Shalamar.

The concert is more than the gold

and platinum, Grammy winners that have appeared on stage over the years because the experience also gives an opportunity for SJ bands and vocalists to take the stage and open for the super stars.

In many ways, The Atlantic City Free Concert Series is a family version of what Atlantic City’s World Famous Club Harlem used to be.

This year the Atlantic City Free Concert Series returns with almost 20 bands and performances.

Sunday August 22nd 1pm to 7:30pm Hosted By Bowlegged Lou from the group Full Force and the film House Party Headliners Include The Manhattans, The System, Meli'sa Morgan and Jean Carne.

Opening will be bands fronted by Atlantic City powerhouse vocalists Judah Dorrington and Angela Burton.

Sunday August 29th 1pm to 7:30pm Headliners include The Stylistics, The Delfonics, GQ, The Force MD’s, Alyson Williams and Full Force.

Opening Bands include bands fronted by Eddie Morgan, Jackie Greggs and Rick Cason.

Bring your chair(s) and expect wall to wall people. Have fun and be safe.

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wo weeks ago, I hosted a cocktail event called Fresh to Death Cocktails at Passion Vines in Somer’s Point. We focused on incorporating fresh herbs and fruit into our drinks for a refreshing summer experience as we sipped three delicious cocktails. I do about four cocktail tastings a year and every single one sells out – it’s a humbling and hectic experience to say the least, and I look forward to it each season. If you missed out on this last cocktail tasting, I’ve got a taste of the fun right here for you. Here are recipes for the crowd’s top two favorites from the night.

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These will taste just as good prepared in your own kitchen as they did the night we all drank them at the event. That being said, I still hope to see you at the next cocktail event in the fall, where we’ll taste three more original seasonal cocktails. Dates will be released soon, so keep an eye on the website (passionvines. com) for tickets, or call the store at (609) 601-8463. See you there!

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was driving one day and got to thinking about all that we take for granted every time we head out to the highway. We just assume that everything is going to work. However, that assumption can only take us so far. Even if we’re driving a new car, we need to take personal responsibility to keep things running smoothly.

We must stay on top of things such as regular oil changes, checking your tires, tune-ups, and more. However, sometimes we forget. That’s where the warning lights kick in. We can choose to ignore those warning lights, or pay attention and check out whatever they are warning us about.

It’s the same thing with our personal growth. It requires work and attention on our part. Not only that, but we also have to be in a mindset of being alert to warning signs that we feel or see around us. With summer coming to an end very soon, we will be entering a new season. For many parents, it’s back to school. For most, it’s in-person for the first time in a while. That will

require adjustments for the whole family. This new season may also mean back to in-person work, or maybe more remote work. Either way, there will be adjustments.

For you, the warning lights may already be going off. If they are, don’t ignore them. Find a way to address what they are saying. It could be your health, your home or work environment, personal growth, or a thousand other areas of your life.

Consider what you’re reading today as one of those warning lights. You probably already know what areas of your life you need to address and give more attention to. You and I can choose to ignore what we see, but it’s going to come back to bite someday. Maybe not today or tomorrow, but eventually. My challenge this week is don’t allow your personal growth and development to become stagnant. Don’t get to the point where one day everything ceases up, and you come to a dead halt. The time for action is now.

Jeff Whitaker is a veteran broadcaster here in South Jersey.. He now draws on his experience and training to work with companies and individuals to develop effective storytelling, communications and leadership skills. Find free resources and ways Jeff can work with you at jeffwhitaker.com

St. Leonard’s Association Celebrates 100th Anniversary

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n August 14th, 2021, the St. Leonard’s Association celebrated its 100th Anniversary at Suffolk Avenue & Atlantic Avenue in the historic St. Leonard’s Tract in Ventnor, NJ. The public attended a ceremony

and dedication recognizing the historic neighborhood. To commemorate the 100th Anniversary of St. Leonard’s Association, Ventnor City Council members and neighbors unveiled a flagpole with the American flag, a St. Leonard’s Tract pennant, and a Bronze plaque.

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Vineyard National Golf Club at Renault Golfing a Round

By Sean Fawcett

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hen most people hear the name Renault, they almost automatically think of great wine and a beautiful event venue out

by Egg Harbor City. Well, they should, but they should also think about great golf too.

Part parkland, and part links, Vineyard National Golf Club, part of VIVAMEE Hospitality is a terrific and thoughtfully designed 18-hole gem which features wide, forgiving fairways and manicured greens winding in and out and all around Renault’s historic 1864 vines in the heart of New Jersey’s Pine Barrens.

With picturesque ponds, traps, and some massive waste areas to have to carry, plus three or four split fairways and three drive-able par 4s, Vineyards National provides players of every level of ability several thrilling risk-reward opportunities. It has been and continues to be a favorite golfing destination for local golfers and golfers from around the world.

and runs to the pin on second or third shots.

“Eight is a great hole,” said Vineyard National’s Director of Golf Zach Bush. “It’s one of those holes that every player really looks forward to playing. It’s one of my favorites.”

The Twelfth is another great, and gettable par 4 and one is of my favorites. It’s a hole that rewards both power and accuracy. Number 12 plays straight downhill some 50 to 60 feet from an elevated tee with water right of the green.

The par 4 Seventh, another course highlight, tees off dramatically over rows and rows of vines to a sharp dog-leg to the left around a corner of trees that can block players from a direct approach to the pin.

“The Vineyards has a wide open layout with surprising changes in elevation,” said Pete Thompson.

“The course features gigantic greens that roll true.” Pete added “The tee shots over the vines that you can go for make it fun. Add the beautiful hotel, the first-class amenities make it a wonderful Sean Fawcett, Pete Thompson and Jeff Thomas. course to play.”

“There are dramatOne of Vineyard’s most memoraic changes underway at Vineyards ble holes is it’s short, and sometimes National,” said Vineyards National’s drive-able, par 4 Eighth hole. MeaGolf General Manager Kevin McCarty. suring a little under 300 yards, it fea“We are revitalizing the bunkers and we’ve added new flags and tees and tures a huge sand trap straight down the middle. This makes two fairways ball washers to make the players’ on either side. Number 8 gives golfers playing experience more enjoyable. a choice to play right or left or to take Kevin continues “After the ultimate on the sand and shoot straight for round of golf join us on the chamthe green. Closely mowed fairway pagne patio garden for an unmatched chipping areas short and right of the culinary experience, you’re going to green make for some interesting (and be amazed at the revitalization of challenging) pitches, chips or bumps Vineyard National at Renault!”

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609-645-0500 THEME: BACK TO SCHOOL ACROSS 1. *____ mater 5. *Graduate degree, acr.

8. Opposite of stereo 12. Defense ditch 13. Fishing rod attachment 14. More sure 15. One's final notice 16. Dutch cheese 17. Golfer's traction aid 18. *Half-year terms 20. At the summit of 21. Water nymph 22. Actor ____ Mahershala 23. Be a busybody 26. Metrical foot in poetry 30. Earlier in time, archaic 31. Become bony 34. Shakespeare's tragic monarch 35. Labanotation founder 37. Theodor Geisel, ____ Dr. Seuss 38. Threshold 39. Relating to the ear 40. Weather advisories, e.g.

42. + or - atom 43. Widely esteemed 45. Most mature, as in fruit 47. Indian dish 48. Dashboard window 50. Female sheep, pl.

52. *"The Breakfast Club" punishment 56. Flower holders 57. Singles 58. High school breakout 59. Acoustic output 60. Overwhelming defeat 61. *Gym class test?

62. Catchall abbr.

63. *Geography class staple 64. Not talker?

DOWN 1. ____ of cookie fame 2. Stud site 3. Cripple 4. *Go to class 5. Mythological princess of Colchis 6. TV cooking show pioneer James ____ 7. Contributions to the poor 8. *Kind of choice 9. Black and white treat 10. Less than average tide 11. Table scrap 13. Laces again 14. Milan's La ____ 19. Manicurist's office 22. Is it ____ wonder?

23. Hard on outside, juicy on inside 24. One of the Muses 25. Payment option 26. From a great distance 27. Chill-inducing 28. Type of palm tree, pl.

29. Council of _____, city in Italy 32. *Back-to-School retail event 33. WWII general who became President 36. *Faculty member 38. "Peace" with fingers 40. TV classic "____ in the Family" 41. Superlative of true 44. Lowest male singing voice 46. Small bomb 48. Christopher Columbus' birthplace 49. Consumed (2 words) 50. Small ladies' handbag 51. What one does at the altar 52. *College freshman's new digs 53. International Civil Aviation Organization 54. Half as much as twice 55. ____-do-well 56. Every American's uncle?

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1. This was the first Atlantic City casino to open back in 1978: a) Caesars b) Resorts International c) Trump Plaza d) Tropicana 2. What do you call the elastic rope that attaches to a surfer's ankle? a) Leash b) Cord c) Keeper d) Rubber band 3. These pedal-powered fourwheeled vehicles roll down the Ocean City boardwalk. a) Wheelie b) Coaster c) Push Cart d) Surrey

5. These prehistoric crabs thrive along our shores: a) Hermit Crab b) Helmet Crab c) Needle Nose Crab d) Horseshoe Crab Bonus Question!

What Cape May County town on Route 9 could be accused of false advertising?

Answers on page 60.

All Correct - SURELY LOCAL. You’ve got sand in your toes and pines needles by your feet.

4 correct - SOLID LOCAL. You know your way around.

3 correct - SEMI LOCAL. Not born and raised, but not bad.

1 or 2 correct - NEWBIE. Take another exit. You should get around more.

All incorrect - SHOOBIE – Welcome to South Jersey. The beach is that way.

4. Since this town's beach-side walkway is made of concrete, its called the promenade. a) Sea Isle b) Atlantic City c) Margate d) Avalon

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5. a) Sea Isle Answer to Bonus Question: Ocean View

Solutions to page 58 puzzles. Check yourself!

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-Meet The Team-

Raymond Tyler

By Krystle J Bailey

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n incredible amount of talent and love goes into each edition of Shore Local Newsmagazine. Our “Meet The Team” series was created to share the stories behind the Shore Local storytellers.

Each week, we will introduce you to one member of the Shore Local team as we honor and celebrate every individual that makes Shore Local possible.

Raymond Tyler has been a pillar within the South Jersey media network for over 15 years.

As a poet, journalist, DJ, event host, and so much more, Raymond Tyler is highly regarded in and around South Jersey for his commitment to the arts.

Raymond’s journalism career began nearly two decades ago when he began writing for a former publication, Pleasant News. As Raymond describes it, his career has been a series of semi-lucky breaks and many blessings. His commitment to his craft has landed Tyler in opportunistic spaces on more than one occasion. His first big break came when he was offered the opportunity to write for The Source Magazine, a popular publication centered around hip hop.

Since then, Raymond Tyler’s career in journalism and media has been on an upward trajectory.

After writing on a national level at The Source, Vibe, and Essence, Tyler began writing locally again for several publications in Philadelphia and South Jersey. He has been a founding

member of several new radio stations and news outlets, including Shore Local Newsmagazine.

As Cindy and Bob Fertsch were preparing to launch the first issue of Shore Local Newsmagazine, Raymond Tyler was excited to be a part of a groundbreaking new publication. As a journalist who prides himself on shining light on underserved people and communities, the creative freedom that Shore Local offered was a refreshing opportunity for Tyler.

His radio show, The Light, became his inspiration for his weekly column. Throughout his stories, Tyler brings attention to people and events, with a focus on black and brown communities.

“I am incredibly appreciative to have a seat at the table where I can tell stories that would not otherwise be covered in local news sources,” explains Tyler in reference to Shore Local, “I am able to tell stories from my community and my perspective.”

Tyler’s coverage during the Covid-19 pandemic shined light on the inequities within underprivileged communities when it came to testing and education. While sharing valuable and pertinent information with the community, he also used his platform to highlight the good news that was happening in the shadows of the darkness during 2020.

The Light features a variety of stories throughout the year including local artist events, happenings in and around Atlantic City, and unique insight and perspective from the incomparable, Raymond Tyler.

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