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I still remember the last time I dressed up for Halloween as a kid. I was about 12-yearsold and I borrowed my Letter from the editor grandmother's lab jacket to complih, the sweet sights and ment my mad scismells of Fall. It’s mid-Ocentist costume.

After parading tober, which means the through the pumpkin lattes are flowing neighborhood in abundance, the mums are bursting with beautiful hues of fall colors, and with my friends, ripe pumpkins adorn every doorstep.

I carefully hid my For us Autumn lovers, this is the time loot so my older brothers wouldn't of year that we live for. Halloween steal it. Turns out decorations have popped up throughmy dog found my hidout our neighborhoods, setting the mood for the weeks ahead. den treasure and I was one There is nothing cozier than slipdisappointed trick or treater! Fortuping into a favorite hoodie with a hot nately, my dog was fine! Turns out, cup of tea on a crisp Autumn evening. she enjoyed tearing it all apart more These are the days of fuzzy socks, than actually eating it. (Chocolate can warm blankets, and fireplaces ready make dogs very ill.) to warm our toes and our spirits.

Many years later, as young parFrom fall festivals and corn mazents, Bob and I took our three little es to the thrill of haunted hayrides ones trick or treating. We dressed like the local favorite, Terror in the our "Irish triplets" (a set of twins and our son, 19 months apart) as dalmaJunkyard, October offers a rush of Cover photo of Carter Doorly by Dawn Doorly. excitement and new beginnings. The tions and transformed their wagon

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into a firetruck. They were so small at the time, I’m not sure how much they enjoyed it, but Bob and I sure did! Of course, the best part was eating all of their candy! We stayed up late that night watching scary movies while munching on KitKats and Tootsie rolls, rationalizing our indulgent behavior with the fact that all this sugar would not be healthy for the kids. It was our duty to consume it before they did. I have to admit, it was one of my favorite responsibilities!

So many Halloween parties, parades, trips to the pumpkin patch and Halloween nights have come and gone since then.

The memories become our treasures. What are your favorite Halloween or Autumn memories?

In recent years, we look forward to handing out candy and putting our dogs in costumes with hopes of capturing a cute photo. Cali is our happygo-lucky golden retriever and Coco

is a rescue dog that looks similar to a black lab. Last year they donned matching Super-dog costumes. Of course, the younger one tried to pull the other around by her cape resulting in some wardrobe malfunctions.

Remember last year when there was no vaccine available and in many ways, Halloween was canceled, or at the least, very restricted. Thank goodness, Halloween is back in full swing this year! Check out all the Fall Fun and Halloween Happenings in our area on page 10- 14. There is something exciting and fun for every age and interest.

New this year, and sure to be a phenomenal event is Showboat's Halloween Costume Party, set to be the largest on the East Coast! Read more about it on page 39. Another fun and interesting October delight is looking into the paranormal, perhaps even going on a ghost walk. Read "Haunted Legends of South Jersey" on page 40.

Thank you for picking up this issue of Shore Local Newsmagazine. Wishing you and your family a wonderful Autumn!

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Fall foliage a bit behind schedule Weather

By Dan Skeldon

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t's only mid-October, and we're not quite to the part of fall where all the leaves are brown and the sky is gray. Although admittedly, we've sure had our fair share of gray days at times this season.

However, if you're autumn dreaming on an October day, any fall-ish feel has been just that, a dream, since the season began back on September 22nd. Well, except for a brief glimpse of some crisp fall weather on fleeting occasions.

We're now more than three weeks into fall, and there have been 6 days with highs surging past 80 degrees, and another 6 days with highs reaching at least 75°. True, we're not exactly breaking record highs. But temperatures have been consistently warmer than average so far this autumn, both day and night. Typical early fall nights

run in the low to mid-50s in late September and ease deeper into the 40s come October. But so far this season, there have only been two nights that qualify as cool, when overnight lows did drop into the mid to upper 40s.

That means frost has not been a concern to date. But is that unusual?

The answer: not that unusual, at least not yet. Let's remember a frost isn't a freeze, when temperatures drop below the freezing mark of 32 degrees for several hours, ending the growing season. A frost can and does occur with above freezing temperatures, most commonly with overnight lows from 33 to 37 degrees. So at least for this column, let's use that 37° mark as the magic number.

At the Atlantic City International Airport (ACY), the average date of the first night when temperatures drop to or below 37 degrees over the last 75 years is October 10th, a date which we just passed last weekend. But of course, there is a wide range of possible dates that may see the first frost, depending on the year and the prevailing weather pattern. The earliest date of our first 37-degree low at ACY was September 14th, back in 1975. Conversely, the latest we had to wait for our first fall frosty morning was back

in 1946, when the first 37° low waited until November 5th that year.

So if we're into early November and there's still no frost, then we enter unusual or even unprecedented territory.

But we're not there yet. However, we've been trending in that direction over the last decade or so.

Since 2010 and the more pronounced warming of our climate, the average date of our first frost has been getting later.

Since 2010, that average first frost date has slid back 11 more days from October 10th, the date listed above, to October 21st. It could be an unusually warm decade and just a blip that will eventually self-correct, or it could be the start of later frosts, later freezes, and later snowfalls. As always, time will tell.

For now, the consistent warmth across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic so far this fall means that the growing season continues for those that want it. It may also mean a slightly delayed fall foliage season this year. The brightest and "peak" fall colors could be a little later than usual, and that overall peak may be somewhat out-of-sync, where some trees turn brilliant colors while others remain a steadfast green.

In this case, I speak from personal experience and observation after a Columbus Day weekend trip to the Poconos. Yes, there is some brilliant color, and that color change is slowly progressing south as it does every fall.

But it does seem to be slower than usual this season, due in large part to the lack of sustained cool air and crisp

and frosty nights. And if it's a little slower to peak in the higher elevations up north, it's likely going to be a little slower to change and peak here in South Jersey as well. Now, trees take their cues to change color from other factors besides the weather, like the shorter days and longer nights for instance. So the fall color may be delayed, but it's never really denied. That delay may push our South Jersey peak, which normally occurs around or after Halloween, back a bit further into November.

Perhaps there is some truth to the ideas that were laid out in one of my columns from last month. If our climate is indeed changing, maybe our seasons are shifting, perhaps slightly, perhaps more significantly. It will be interesting to watch the seasonal trends going forward to see if those shifts do indeed continue. In the meantime, it should start to finally feel more like fall with some consistently cool weather into next week.

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

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Flemings Pumpkin Run Gears Up for 2021

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alling all car lovers! The Public Relatons Director, Rick Broschard and longFlemings 24th Annual time volunteer, Lew Ireland standing in front of the Pumpkin Run will take Restored Diner at Flemings Junkyard place at Flemings Auto 25 cars,” says Broschard. “It was just Parts in Egg Harbor Twp on Novemstaff, who are gearing up for almost ber 6th. The event also features a ring of cars, and every year it 20,000 expected spectators and vendors, food, a flea market, and a would grow a little bit and hundreds of cars. Long-time tractor pull! Since the ‘90s, Flemings grow a little bit more.” volunteer Lew Ireland has been holding this automotive, anCars from all over the has painted and helped tique engine, and tractor show. After country come to regrestore cars for disvisiting a car show in Pennsylvania, ister for the show, play at the show.

Harry Fleming and his best friend including race cars, “We have 134 acres Ralph Broschard looked at each other hot rods, muscle and we’re full,” cars, and more. says Ireland. “We and said “we can do that!”

Ray Abraham, Jeff Shortly afterward, the Pumpkin have 'em jammed in here.”

Run was born! As word spread about Gordon’s Crew Chief, the event, every year it got bigger brings cars from North Not only will you see some of the most and better. Rick Broschard, the Public Carolina every year to Relations Director for the Pumpkin show off. Of course, don’t beautiful cars in the world, Run, recalls watching the junkyard forget the Pumpkin Chunkin! but Flemings also is home to transform every year for the event.

The Pumpkin Run is made possithe most unique collection of col“I think the first car show had maybe ble by an amazing group of volunteer lectibles, buildings, and museums.

When I visited the site recently, it was like taking a step back in time. We entered a restored Old Diner and sat next to Elvis and the Blues Brothers.

Then we walked over to the old gas station where the vintage candy and cigarette dispensers welcome you at the door. We went into a couple of the museums filled with race car memorabilia, photos, and collections from the Atlantic City Speedway. On our way back out, I took pictures of

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the massive “James Salt Water Taffy” barrel sign and the “Welcome to Zaberville” sign.

There’s something for everyone at the Pumpkin Run. “You’re never going to go to another car show, anywhere, and have it like this. This atmosphere,” says Broshard. “I don’t ever call it a car show.

To me, it’s a festival.”

Enjoy the music, food, flea market, and never-ending display of cars.

The show starts at 8 a.m. and goes until 4 p.m. at Fleming’s Auto Parts 353 Zion Rd in Egg Harbor Twp. There is no mandatory mask mandate, but you are welcome to wear them if that makes you feel more comfortable. For more information, you can visit the following website: Flemingspumpkinrun.com. You can also check out their Facebook page: facebook.com/flemingspumpkinrun.

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

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Events and Happenings

October 15th

Scullville Terror in the Junkyard

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Flemings Junkyard 353 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor Township The Scullville Volunteer Fire Company is hosting its annual Terror in the Junkyard, now through October 30th. Hayride Tickets are $12, Maze Tickets are $8 and Combo Tickets are $15. Learn more at scullvillefire.org.

Beehive: The ‘60s Musical

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Ocean City Music Pier Beehive the 60’s Musical is a wild toe-tapping, head shakin’ musical tribute to the rockin’ women who made the music of the era so special – everyone from Lesley Gore to Janis Joplin, from the Sherlies to the Supremes, Aretha Franklin to Tina Turner, and every woman in between. With two dozen beloved hits, the show takes you on a journey through song. Purchase tickets at the Music Pier Box Office or by visiting oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

October 16th

CROPS Market Linwood

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Saturdays through October 30th.

Learn more at facebook.com/cropsmarkets.

Atlantic County Electronic Recycling

▶9am-12pm

4-H Fairgrounds 3210 Route 50, South Egg Harbor The Electronic Recycling Fundraiser was created to give the community a place to drop off their unwanted electronics inn a responsible way. The products that we receive are either re-purposed for 4-H or recycled by a certified electronic recycling company which in return makes a donation back to Atlantic County 4-H. To learn more about accepted items, visit ac4hfair.org/electronic-recycling or contact ac4hfairgrounds@gmail.com.

Marine Mammal Stranding Center Pup Strut

▶9-11am

17th Street & Beach, Brigantine “Dogs lending a paw to help seal pups.” Learn about the seals of New Jersey. $25 per dog; includes Cupid the Seal Bandana for Pup & MMSC dog tag for Human. Pre-registration online required at mmsc.org. Keep your pup and seal pups safe… stay leashed and 150 feet away from resting seals.

Horsepower By the Bay Car and Boat Show

▶10am-3pm

Bay Avenue and Harbor Lane, Somers Point The 7th Annual Horsepower by the Bay will feature everything from Hot Rods to Antiques, Muscle Cars, Street Rods, Classic and Vintage Boats, Flea Market and more. No restrictions on vehicles. For more information, contact 609-204-6523 or coupe1956@aol.com.

Ventnor Block Party

▶10am-5pm

Ventnor Avenue from Troy to Portland Aves.

Save the date for the Ventnor Block Party and Beer Garden. Enjoy a wide array of crafters, food and music. Visit facebook.com/ventnorcityspecialevents to learn more.

AppleFest

▶10am-3pm

John Wesley Gandy Farm 26 Tyler Rd. Ocean View Presented by the Historical Preservation Society of Upper Township.

Enjoy a full day of demonstrations by traditional craft artisans, apple pie baking contest, children’s activities, music, refreshments and much more.

Plus, Walk the Gandy FarmsteadFree

parking and admission. For more information, call 609-626-2435 and leave a message, or e-mail uppertwphistory@yahoo.com.

Porsche Boardwalk Reunion

▶11:30am-4pm

Ocean City Boardwalk from 6th14th Streets Over 350 Porsches of all models and years between 1954 and 2021 are expected. Free Tech Sessions and Porche related topics open to all at the Music Pier.

Scullville Trunk or Treat

▶12-3pm

Flemings Junkyard 353 Zion Rd. EHT. Scullville Volunteer Fire Company’s Trunk or Treat will be a fun time for both children and adults with candy, treats, food trucks, drinks, music and a farmers market. Entry for the Trunk or Treat is $5 per children; adults and children 2 and under are free. Please avoid scary/gory decorations or costumes.

Smithville Costume Pet Parade

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Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Spectators can watch 100+ pets show off their unique Halloween costumes. To enter your pet you must be pre-registered by calling Paw Dazzle at 609-748-7110.

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Oktoberfest at Misty Meadow

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Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy 100 Dennisville-Petersburg Rd. Petersburg Join Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy and Ludlam Island Brewery’s First Annual Oktoberfest. Ludlam Island Brewery will have three Oktoberfest brews available for your first free pour and for purchase. This is an adults-only event. Learn more and purchase tickets at mistymeadowsheepdairy.com.

Stand Up Comedy & Cocktails

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Harbor Pines Golf Club 500 St. Andrews Dr. EHT Harbor Pines Golf Club presents an evening with four of South Jersey’s funniest comedians, including headliner Robbin Fox. Plus, enjoy a deluxe fall harvest buffet. Tickets are $59 per person and includes tax and service fee. Advance ticket purchases are required. Please call 609-9270006 ext. 23 or go to harborpines. com.

October 17th HERO Walk & 1 Mile Fun Run

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6th Street and the Boardwalk The HERO Walk & Fun Run is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of safe and sober designated drivers, and to honor and remember those who have lost a loved one to a drunk driver. Register online or sign up at the event. Visit herocampaign.org/events for more information.

Batsto Country Living Fair

▶10am-4pm

Batsto Village There will be something country for everyone. The event will feature crafts, exhibits, musicians, old-time engines & cars, food, antiques, farm equipment and more. Learn more at batstovillage.org.

Smithville Corvette Show

▶11am-5pm

Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Rain date is October 24th. Visit historicsmithville.com for more information.

CROPS Chelsea Market

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O’Donnell Park 3051 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City Sundays through October 31st.

Learn more at facebook.com/cropsmarkets.

Fall Farmers Market at Misty Meadow

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Enjoy local vendors, live music, fall festivities, farm tours and fun for everyone. Learn more at mistymeadowsheepdairy.com.

Cape Shore Chorale Concert

▶3pm

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 2998 Bay Ave. Ocean City Cape Shore Chorale, under the direction of Scott Brenier, will present Schubert’s Mass in G with chamber orchestra this Sunday. Guest tenor soloist will be Reid Shriver, recipient of the Cape Shore Chorale Scholarship now attending Temple University. Free admission, donations welcome.

October 18th

Gida’s Club South Jersey Fall Classic Golf Tournament Linwood Country Club 500 Shore Rd. Register today for the 2021 GCSJ Fall Classic Golf Tournament. Space is limited, so don’t hesitate to book your spot. Learn more at gildasclubsouthjersey.org.

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Masks are required. This is a free event but registration is required.

Call 609-487-7403 for more information.

Senior Dance Society

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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. Kathryn Murray said “Put a Little Fun in Your Life.”

Listen to the music, or kick up your heels. For more information, contact Rita Voli at 609-408-3619.

October 22nd

Fourth Friday at Nashville North Studios

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210 New Rd. Suite 8, Linwood This month’s exhibit is entitled “Harmonic Overtones,” featuring Doreen Khebzou. Music will be led by The Shore Thing Band. Please make your reservation by calling 609-5045044.

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October 23rd

Smithville Monster Bash

▶10am-6:30pm

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Tours begin at 5:30pm and leave every fifteen minutes. Reservations required. Visit hamiltonhistorical.org to learn more.

Sea Isle City Halloween Parade

▶7pm

Landis Avenue from 45th Street to JFK Blvd.

A Halloween Dance Party will take place immediately after the parade at Excursion Park, featuring seasonal music in a family-friendly atmosphere. All are invited to attend.

Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Vendors will line the Smithville Village all day; autograph signings by Horror Queen Genoveva Rossi, Acey Slade from Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Pumpkin Carving and Painting Contest and Costume Contest with a $100 cash prize; registration for the event is at Underground until 4pm.

Rain date is October 30th.

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October 27th Tech Drop-In

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Ocean City Library 1735 Simpson Ave. Got a tech issue? Setting up a new device? Interested in accessing Digital Library materials? Let us help. Our librarian Kyle can assist with oneon-one instruction. Registration required. Register online at oceancitylibrary.org/calendar.

October 29th Glowball Golf

Harbor Pines Golf Club 500 St. Andrew’s Drive, Egg Harbor Township Looking for a fun way to spend Halloween weekend? Bring your favorite golf clubs, some friends, and a great attitude and head to Harbor Pines for an evening of Glowball Golf. The festivities begin

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Participants will enjoy a safe and fun way to trick or treat and learn more about the 4-H program. Costumes are encouraged. For questions, call 609-625-0056 or visit ac4hfair.org.

HSOC’s “Howl-O-Ween” Parade

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Ocean City Boardwalk from 6th – 14th Streets Hosted by the Humane Society of Ocean City. Contestants are encouraged to dress themselves and their pooch in zany, fun Halloween costumes in the spirit of the season.

HSOC’s “Pet of the Year” will be the event’s Grand Marshal. Registration begins at 2pm at the Sports & Civic Center. The parade begins at 3pm.

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October 15th

Jimmy Brogan & Destinee Monroe 5-9pm Renault Winery. 72 N. Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City Kicking Sunrise Duo 6pm Villain & Saint. 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Jim Fisher 5:30-8:30pm Tuckahoe Inn. 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point Bar None Band w/ Sherry Lynn 8pm Carolines by the Bay 450 Bay Ave. Somers Point Train 8pm Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena.

1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Dueling Pianos 9pm Hard Rock Café. 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Shaun LaBoy 9pm Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City

October 16th

The Exceptions 12-4pm Renault Winery. 72 N. Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City Poor Mouth Henry 1-5pm Sweetwater Marina 2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater Mike Gibbins 5:30-8:30pm Tuckahoe Inn 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point Black Car Gina Duo 6pm Villain & Saint. 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Brian Wilson w/ Al Jardine & Blondie Chapman 8pm Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Christian Glomb Band 9pm Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City DJ Carter 9pm Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point Rainbow Full of Sound Grateful Dead Tribute 10pm Hard Rock Café 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

October 17th

Secret Sauce 1-5pm Sweetwater Marina. 2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater Spiced Punch 2pm Ocean City Free Public Library 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City Triple Rail Turn 2-6pm Renault Winery. 72 N. Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City Cape Shore Chorale 3pm Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 2998 Bay Ave. Ocean City Allison Landor 5:30-8:30pm Tuckahoe Inn 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point

October 19th

Cole Moore 6-8pm Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point

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October 20th

Brooke DiCaro 5:30-8:30pm Tuckahoe Inn 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point

October 21st

Al Olivero 5:30-8:30pm Tuckahoe Inn. 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point Beth Tinnon 6-10pm A Touch of Italy. 6629 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township The Amptons 7-10pm Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point Dueling Pianos 7-9pm Sweetwater Marin. 2780 7th Ave. Sweetwater Stealing Savanah 10:30pm Gypsy Bar. 1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City

October 22nd

Brooke DiCaro Duo 5-9pm Renault Winery. 72 N. Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City Glenn Roberts 9pm Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City Gypsy Wisdom 10pm Hard Rock Lobby Bar 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Lifespeed 10pm Villain & Saint 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

October 23rd

Chico’s Vibe 12-4pm Renault Winery.

72 N. Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City Chris Yoder 5:30-8:30pm Tuckahoe Inn 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point Kanama Trio 6pm Villain & Saint 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City Quasimodo’s Bride 9pm Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City

October 24th

The Playmates Quartet 2pm Ocean City Free Public Library 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City Shot of Southern 2-6pm Renault Winery 72 N. Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City Greg Clark 5:30-8:30pm Tuckahoe Inn 1 Harbor Rd. Beesley’s Point

October 26th

Colin York 6-8:30pm Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point

October 27th

Beth Tinnon 5:30-8:30pm Romanelli’s Garden Cafe 279 S. New York Rd. Galloway Times and dates are subject to change.

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Soups Chicken Noodle Chili German Potato Cabbage with Kielbasa Roasted Garlic & Crab Bisque Desserts du Jour Black Forest Cake........................ 6 Apple Cheese Strudel.............. 7.50 Cherry Kuchen Bars..................... 6 Fall Drink Hot Pumpkin Spice Cappuccino.............................. 4.50

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SWEET SMALL ENTREES

Bob & Bob 6-9pm Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point

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↘Continued from 12 with a light buffet dinner at 4pm, followed by a 6pm shotgun start.

The entertainment keeps on going with an after-gold dance party with drink and food specials until 11pm.

Costumes are highly encouraged for this glowing event. Tickets are $69 per person. Sign up today by calling 609-926-0006 ext. 23 or visit harborpines.com.

Health and Wellness

Rising Minds Peer-Led Support Group

▶Thursdays

at 6pm

4:00PM: Buffet Dinner | 6:00pm Shotgun Golf

Friday Night, October 29th

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 609-6523800 ext. 318 of email btrendler@ mhanj.org.

Free Community Yoga Class

▶Saturdays

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Parking is $4 in the Wave Garage.

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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 Gratitude Coffee Talk

▶Wednesdays

at 9am

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. Learn more at mhaac. info.

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▶Wednesdays

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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.

Bus Trips

Little Island on the Hudson

▶Thursday,

October 21st

Ocean City Arts Center is now taking reservations for a second bus to New York City. The main attraction is Little Island, an enchanted oasis on the Hudson River. Located on Manhattan’s West Side, Little Island is a 2.4 acre park, preening atop a bouquet of tulip-shaped columns.

Also within walking distance are The High Line, Chelsea Market and Whitney Museum of American Art. Cost per person is $68. Reservations Required. Call 609-399-7628 for more details.

Christmas Bus Trip to NYC

▶Thursday,

December 2nd

Ocean City Arts Center is hosting a bus trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. See the Annual Candle-lit Christmas Tree, exhibitions on Japan: A History of Style, Crossroads, and Surrealism Beyond Boarders. Other Art Museums in the area include the NY Historical Society Museum and Neue Gallery.

Cost per person is $64. Reservations Required. Call 609-399-7628 for more details.

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

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Bringing Hospitality back to Mays Landing:

The Inn at Sugar Hill returns with Izzy’s River Landing association with another prominent South Jersey family, Victor and Alda Fabietti, that she met and married her husband Victor Jr, in April 1993.

Together they raised two sons, Victor III and Matthew.

With the opening of their first food and beverage venture in 2019,

By Mari D’Albora Dattolo Pork Island Grill in Ocean City, came award winning success. There, their hen the Inn at Sugar paths converged with their Executive Hill reopened this Chef, Israel “Izzy” Rodriguez. summer, it wasn’t Izzy perfected his craft at the the success of Academy of Culinary Arts in just one family, but the Mays Landing, graduating journey of two that with honors in 2005. brought Mays LandToday he works in ings’ beloved “Moore tandem with his wife Villa” back from the Alisha, who manages edge of an uncertain the Bed and Breakfuture. fast operations of Owner Wendy this historic 1846 Inn. Fabietti of Margate Like Wendy and Vic, had an introduction Izzy and Alisha are also to business early as the proud parents, raising 16 youngest of five, in the year old Shayla, 12 year old Palmisano Family trucking William Moore, Angelise and 7 year old Israel business. It was through her State Senator III.

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Izzy’s culinary career has brought him from the kitchens of Maloney’s in Margate, to Sous Chef at the Continental at the Pier Shops in Atlantic City to gourmet dining as an Executive Sous Chef with Robert’s at Taj Mahal Casino Hotel, followed by nine years with Chickie & Petes. Izzy had only one professional goal: to run his own steak and seafood house. Together with the Fabietti’s, he’s seeing that dream to fruition!

With her entrepreneurial prowess, Wendy foresaw the opportunity to resurrect the celebrated landmark.

Fulfilling a monumental dream for Izzy and Alisha, she and Vic purchased the Inn at Sugar Hill in June 2021.

They immediately opened the Inn’s centuries’ old B &B guest rooms, followed by Izzy’s River Landing on the banks of the Great Egg Harbor River just weeks later. Featuring Live entertainment four nights a week, the outdoor dining deck offers a raw bar with lunch and dinner fare six days a week. As word traveled throughout South Jersey, both local and transient boaters began arriving at the property’s waterfront dock. Night after night saw sold-out summer crowds igniting excitement in the town’s center not seen in years! With the start of football season, the party tent was enclosed and big-screen televisions were installed as an option for watching the games accompanied by Izzy’s outstanding menu selections.

Coming this November, the warmth and hospitality of country

inn dining come indoors with the unveiling of Izzy’s Steak and Seafood House. Featured steaks are all Certified Angus including: Bone-in New York Strip, Center Cut Filet, Cowboy Steak, American Wag yu Flat Iron Steak, and Bone-in Center Cut Pork Chop.

Reservations are necessary.

The acquisition of this historic Inn could only be appreciated more by ‘William Moore’ himself; the original owner and statesman who envisioned his beautiful property perched atop a high bluff, overlooking the Great Egg Harbor River. Today we imagine he is resting more comfortably knowing his beloved Sugar Hill is being lovingly managed under the care and direction of the Inn’s first female owner, Wendy Fabiett, I, and Executive Chef, Izzy Rodriguez.

Welcome to the neighborhood!

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Boo! It’s Ghosting Time Let It Grow

By Tammy Thornton

‘T

is the scary season of witches, spiders, and shaking in your boots.

However, if you hear something go bump in the night and find goodies at your door, have no fear—you’ve just been ghosted! At our house, that abrupt knock and ghost on your door is cause for celebration.

If you haven’t heard of “ghosting” or “booing”, then you probably don’t have young children. Here’s how it works: Someone from the “ghosting house” gets things started. They bring a bag or bucket of Halloween goodies such as candy, fake spiders, toy vampire teeth, or decorations, and leave it at some unsuspecting house where kids live. The fun part

is that it must be done anonymously.

You sneak up to the house in the dark of the evening, tape an official ghost on their door, leave your basket of fun, knock loudly, and run like mad, hoping they don’t hear your heart beating. Once your house has been ghosted, you have 24 hours to pick up a ghost and instruction sheet from the ghosting house, so that you can ghost someone new. The fun starts October 1 and ends on Halloween.

By mid-October, you’ll see half of the doors in your town covered in ghosts.

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SUNDAY, OCT. 17th AT 11 AM – 8 PM In recent years, the ghost host family allows those who got missed to request ghosting via social media to make sure their child doesn’t get skipped.

Though many towns in our area take part in ghosting or booing, the tradition was started locally 19 years ago by a Linwood mom named Cindy Smith. The OG mom (Original Ghosting mom) had heard about the ghosting idea from a friend whose relative was living near Chicago, and thought it would be a fun tradition to start in Linwood. Little did she know, the game would still be going almost 20 years later. She has since moved out of the city, but still enjoys seeing ghosts around the neighborhood whenever she visits in October.

You may hear of variations of the ghosting idea in other towns both locally and throughout the country, but Smith set it up to have one house provide the ghosts to anyone that wanted to participate.

The ghosting torch (broomstick?) has been passed down through the years. The current ghosting house has been doing it for five years. Last year, they gave out nearly 500 ghosts! In recent years, ghosts have been recycled to save paper. You can tell the age of these generational ghosts by how many hearts are on them. Once Halloween is over, you return the ghosts to the ghosting house to keep the fun going for next year. Keeping 500 ghosts in your house? Now that’s scary!

National Brain Tumor Society Dine & Donate PHYTERS

The Inn at Sugar Hill Izzy’s River Landing

This Sunday 25% of all checks

will be donated to the National Brain Tumor Society Team PHYTERS (Michelle Morris-Phy) is having a 5K/2-Mile Run at the Atlantic County Park to benefit The National Brain Tumor Society.

The Inn at Sugar Hill has offered to sup port the cause because so many SJ people hav e been affected by this disease without a cure .

25% of everyone’s check from 11am to 8pm Sunday will be donated to the NBTS through TEAM PHYTERS. Please stop out for lunch, dinner, or just a drink.

(No reservations needed)

The football games will be on too!

Let’s show just how big Mays Landing’s heart truly is.

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A Senior’s Observations, Opinions and Rantings

What is…oh, I forgot

Senior Moments

By Charles P. Eberson

M

y wife and I enjoy watching the long running game show, Jeopardy. It’s not that our evening schedule revolves around the show but if we think about it around the time it is airing, we’ll tune in. I have to say, it is quite humbling.

I consider myself relatively well read but if I ever had the slightest glimmer of taking the online Jeopardy test, watching several episodes diminishes my hopes. Even the losing player would soundly trounce me.

As a matter of fact, some of the contestants ring in before I can fully comprehend some of the questions.

But what keeps me coming back is that occasionally, I get the correct answer right, even when none of the

contestants do. A few dormant Rip Van Winkle synapses stir from their hibernation and the correct answer inexplicably springs forth. My wife’s wonder is only exceeded by my own.

Here is the real challenge, though.

I can’t seem to access the answers as quick as the contestants; answers I should know. For instance, when the question is something related to what actor won an Academy Award for a specific performance, I say to my wife, “Oh you know who that is!

It’s that guy, you know who played in that western, you know where he shoots that other guy.” (BUZZER) Oh, God I knew that one. One couple we play with when visiting them, has the show On Demand so when its Final Jeopardy, they pause it after the question to give us all more time.

Over the years, there has been Teen Jeopardy, College Jeopardy and of course the regular Adult Jeopardy.

My suggestion is to have a SENIOR JEOPARDY. There would have to be some changes, though. First of all, there would be no Double Jeopardy or the show would be an hour long.

The contestants would have to be sitting since we can’t stand for ex-

tended periods of time. There would be more breaks in to go to the bathroom and for snacking to keep our sugar from plummeting. The buzzer would have to be larger as in the one on Family Feud since nerve neuropathy would affect manipulating the buzzer. Response time after hitting the buzzer would have to be extended since the contestants would either forget their answers or the questions.

A new much larger game board would have to be constructed due to poorer eyesight by many contestants.

For complete transparency, I did take the online Jeopardy quiz to see if I could advance to the next round.

Suffice to say, you won’t be seeing me on any episode in the near or distant future. Not completely because I knew too few answers. I did know

some of them but the format was not as they say, “user friendly.” They gave you fifteen seconds to read the question and answer the question.

It took me five to eight seconds to read the question and a few seconds to try and recall the right response.

The response then had to be typed correctly onto the keyboard which took a few seconds after which you moved the mouse to SUBMIT and left click. Even with the right answers, by the time I finished the steps, the fifteen seconds had lapsed.

I received an email stating my test was received and the results will be forthcoming in a few days. Let’s just say, I’m not exactly checking out plane fares to California. I’ll just be content to blurt out answers from the comfort and privacy of my recliner.

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Flour Power

By Chef Joseph Massaglia

D

id you know that in Italy there are over 350 known pasta shapes with over 400 regional names? However, despite the shape and/or the name, they all have one thing in common. The best Italian pasta is made with 100% white durum semolina flour.

This type of flour is made from the soft wheat variety and is lowest in gluten content. The 00 (double zero) stands for the level of refinement or grinding, not the gluten content – 00 is the finest grind of all the flours and 2 is the coarsest. Here in the United States, pastry flour is closest to 00 flour.

In America, 60% of all wheat grown is considered hard wheat, which has a higher gluten content.

Gluten content in flour is important because if you’re making bread or pizza dough, you want strong or higher gluten to make your bread or

pizza dough rise and hold its shape, and you want soft or lower/weaker gluten flour when making pasta so your noodles are thin and uniform.

The bag of all-purpose flour in your pantry is a blend between the two varieties. It contains mostly the hard and red variety with some soft and white mixed in. In a pinch it can be used to make almost any recipe, but to achieve optimal results in your baking and cooking, I highly recommend using the appropriate specialty flour called for in the recipe.

In fact, at Mama Mia’s Restaurante, I use two different gluten content flours – the higher gluten coarser grind (similar to bread flour) for all our pizzas and the softer 00 flour for making our raviolis and other specialty pastas.

If you’ve never made fresh pasta at home, I encourage you to try it. There are recipes and tips all over the internet and, of course, in cookbooks. You really don’t need any

fancy equipment, but you do need a good amount of counter space, a friend or family member or two to help, and a little bit of patience.

A good, fresh pasta is made with flour, eggs and salt. You can make it on the counter “Italian” style, or in a food processor. Once you make the dough, you knead it until it is smooth and elastic, at least 10 minutes. You then can put it through a pasta machine or roll it by hand until you reach the desired thickness. (Note: Don’t let your dough dry out while you are working with it. Make several small balls and then keep them covered with a towel or plastic wrap until you’re ready to use them.) Once your pasta is cut or shaped, let it sit for 30 minutes to “cure,” then proceed with your recipe.

Whatever recipe you use and

whatever shape you choose, you and your family will love it – such a difference over pasta out of the box!

Be well, stay safe, and please continue to support your local restaurants.

Buon Appetito!

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What's Happening in Ocean City Porsche Show and HERO Walk Highlight Weekend in Ocean City

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he Ocean City Boardwalk will be host to two major events this weekend: The Porsche Boardwalk Reunion on Saturday and the HERO Walk on Sunday.

More than 350 Porsches of all models from 1954 to 2021 will be on display on the Ocean City Boardwalk between Fifth Street and 14th Street from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, as part of the Porsche Boardwalk Reunion. The Ocean City Music Pier will be host to various free tech sessions on Porsche-related topics.

For more information, visit www. boardwalkreunion.org.

The John R. Elliott HERO Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run on the Ocean City Boardwalk will take place on Sunday, October 17. The HERO Fun Run will take place at 10 a.m. HERO ceremonies are at 10:30 a.m. The HERO Walk along the Ocean City Boardwalk commences at 11 a.m.

The organization raises awareness of the importance of sober designated drivers. Registration begins at 9 a.m. at the Sports and Civic Center, Sixth Street and Boardwalk. For more

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information, visit herocampaign.org or call 609-626-3880.

MUSICAL CELEBRATES FEMALE ARTISTS OF THE ’60s Three performances of “Beehive — The ’60s Musical” will be staged between Oct. 15-17. The show is a toe-tapping musical tribute to the rockin’ women who made the music of the era so special – everyone from Lesley Gore to Janis Joplin, from the Shirelles to the Supremes, Aretha Franklin to Tina Turner. This fully staged musical revue will feature a professional cast of performers.

Show times are 7 p.m. October 15 and 16, and 2 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets $20, $18 (seniors). Call 609-399-6111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

BOARDWALK TO HOST DOG DAY ON OCT. 23 The dogs will get their day at a new event on the Ocean City Boardwalk on Saturday, Oct. 23.

Dog Day and the Humane Society of Ocean City’s Howl-O-Ween Parade will invite dogs and their owners to enjoy a day of fun on the Boardwalk, where pets are prohibited during the

rest of the year.

Leashed dogs will be permitted on the Boardwalk from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Oct. 23, and activities will include dog-specific vendors at the Ocean City Music Pier, photo-op stations and the Humane Society’s announcement of Ocean City’s “Pet of the Year.” The event will allow owners to shop for dog treats, order custom engraved dog tags, shoot photos with Santa and much more.

People are encouraged to dress themselves and their dogs in Halloween costumes for the Howl-O-Ween Parade at 3 p.m. Registration is open now at www.ocnj.us/dogday and all

proceeds will benefit the Humane Society of Ocean City. Day-of registration will start at 2 p.m. at the Ocean City Civic Center at Sixth Street and Boardwalk. The parade route will run from Sixth Street to 12th Street on the Boardwalk.

Prizes will be awarded in a variety of categories with an awards ceremony at the 11th Street Pavilion following the parade.

OCEAN CITY TO SPONSOR HALLOWEEN HOUSE DECORATING CONTEST Registration is open for the second annual Halloween House Decorating Contest in Ocean City. The contest encourages everybody to get in the spirit of the holiday in a safe and fun way.

Judges will award prizes for homes in each of the city’s four wards and for businesses. Deadline for registration is 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 22. A list of participants will be posted, so everybody can see the decorated homes.

For more information and to sign up, please visit www.ocnj.us/halloween.

October 14, 2021

Planting the Seeds for a Lifelong Love of Gardening and Nature Let It Grow

By Tammy Thornton

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ittle children have a wonder and curiosity about the world around them that is delightful to behold. They have a zeal and enthusiasm for life and discovering new things that’s enviable to us of the older persuasion.

Students from the ARK Preschool ARK Preschool students Grace and Joe at the Ocean City Tabernacle are no Green, Bodhi Maurer, and Olivia Kalatsexception. Imagine their excitement jov work on their gardening skills while when the Ocean City Environmental volunteer Olivia Heng from the Ocean Commission came to their school to City High School Student Environmental help them plant a butterfly garden on Association gives them a helping hand.

Tuesday, October 5.

Catherine Cipolla, one of the coma ball and we want them to continue mission’s members, taught the prethis project to learn about planting schoolers about butterflies and the seeds to keep the garden growing importance of providing native plants each year.” that both adult butterflies and Other members of the commission that came caterpillars need to surto help plant the vive. The commission garden were Rick brought armfuls of Bernardini, chairplants with them to get the garden man, and Betsy Lehman. Also started including: coneflowers, bee lending a helping balm, garden hand were stuphlox, goldenrod, dent volunteers from Ocean City rudbeckia, swamp milkweed, butterfly High School. Olivia weed (a species of Heng, President of milkweed), and blue the Ocean City High asters. Cipolla School Student explained that En v i ro n m e n t a l The ARK Preschool butterfly garden almilkweed is necready has a visitor. (A monarch butterfly A s s o c i a t i o n , serves as a liaiessary for Moncaterpillar) photo credit: Lisa Mack arch butterflies to son between the survive because it is the only host commission and the school. Chanplant that Monarch caterpillars eat. non Styer, Vice-President of the One keen-eyed student, five-yearstudent association, also helped the old Grace Green, spotted a Monarch preschoolers plant flowers. Both of butterfly caterpillar on the butterfly the Ocean City High School seniors weed that they were about to plant. participate in activities for the comThe students were excited that their mission including enlisting the help of garden was off to a great start and other high school volunteers. already hosting visitors.

One of the Ocean City EnvironStudents were soon digging in mental Commission’s goals is to the dirt, eagerly planting flowers “work to educate the community to learn about native plants to atthat would attract new pollinators to their garden. Normally, keeping tract pollinators and specifically, the attention of preschoolers can Monarchs.” In April, the commission planted native beach plums in Ocean be a challenging task, but teachers and members of the commission City that were donated by Jalma Farms of Ocean View. During the alike were surprised by the focused enthusiasm of the students. Cipolla “Green Fair” which was held on the remarked that, “The kids are having Ocean City Boardwalk in August,

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volunteers in the group handed out milkweed kits and origami seed packets. The commission looks forward to the environmental “Fun Day” expected to be held during President’s Weekend in February. In past years, the Fun Days have included crafts, games, and music. This year, they plan to have small peat pots and potting soil available for children to plant seeds and do crafts.

The commission also hopes to have the Cape May County Zoo return to entertain the kids as in years past.

Lisa Mack, director of the Catherine Cipolla, from the Ocean City EnvironARK Preschool, said, “The ARK mental Commission, teaches children from the ARK Preschool is very excited to Preschool about pollinator gardens. have a butterfly garden on the Ocean City Tabernacle property for of gardening and nature for these the students to learn and enjoy the young children. life cycle of a butterfly! Not only is it beautiful, but it is educational! We are Tammy Thornton is a mom of very grateful to the Environmental four, a substitute teacher, and Commission for launching this project a Sunday school teacher. She is and helping us to maintain it.” Bravo passionate about gardening and to the commission for “planting the cooking, and loves the beach. seeds” of what may be a lifelong love

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“This is How We Roll”: A Coaster Documentary Unlike Any Other

By Steffen Klenk

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n the small town of Athol, Idaho, a short drive from Coeur d’Alene, children, families and thrill-seekers take in the ambiance of Silverwood Theme Park. A popular summertime attraction, the park boasts over seventy attractions.

One of its newest additions is the newly-built Stunt Pilot, a single-rail

steel coaster, with a height of 105 feet and top speeds of 52 mph.

In a span of nine months, the coaster was built by Idaho-based Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC).

Under the creative vision of RMC founder Fred Grubb, the company has lent its hands on several projects over the years, including the refurbishment of the New Texas Giant in Arlington, TX, and Cedar Point’s Steel Vengeance. Locally, they are best

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known for the construction of the Jersey Devil Coaster, a new attraction at Six Flags Great America.

Rocky Mountain Construction and Fred Grubb are the subjects of a new documentary that was released on October 8th.

“This is How We Roll” takes an inside look at Rocky Mountain Construction and its twenty-year history.

The man behind the film is Taylor Bybee of Richmond, Virginia. After visiting the RMC facilities multiple times, Bybee pitched his idea for the documentary film during his final year as a digital cinema major at Utah Valley University. “Honestly, I didn’t know what they Coaster Studios film crew. Photo Credit: Coaster Studios were going to say,” he explained. According to Bybee, the reStudios earlier this year and was action was overwhelmingly positive. brought on to the project as a pro“At that moment, it was full steam ducer. Her passion for thrill rides and ahead, and that’s when the adventure nifty camera skills were invaluable to began.” the project.

Bybee is also the creator of CoastAnderson’s passion for amuseer Studios, a popular YouTube chanment began at a young age. After nel dedicated to roller coaster and visiting local parks such as Storybook amusement park content. Viewers Land and Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, are quickly immersed into the world she went to Six Flags Great Advenof roller coasters with up-to-date ture. She enjoyed the experience so vlogs, coaster footage, drone shots much that she decided to invest in and Q&As. Since launching in 2013, a season pass. There was one small the channel has gained more than problem. ”I realized I didn’t have a car 187,000 subscribers and over 90 because I was a kid,” says Anderson. million views.

“So then I started buying season One LOCAL resident played a passes for my older friends that did key role in the filmmaking process. have cars.”

Former Ocean City High School gradScott Schaffer also brought his suuate, Sarah Anderson joined Coaster perb skills to the table for this project

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From the moment I began watching, I was immediately enthralled. This film captured my attention immediately with its outstanding cinematography and directing of a little-known topic.

I highly recommend this film to everyone, whether you are a hardcore thrill enthusiast or enjoy the sights and sounds of the roller coaster. This must-see documentary will captivate you from beginning to end.

as one of the camera operators. Nine the Coaster Studios team has inyears ago, Schaffer launched Upstop vested much of their time in creatMedia, a digital media production ing the documentary film, traveling company that focuses on the throughout the country to speak amusement industry. He with coaster designers and engineers whilst also creates videos for compiling footage. a YouTube channel called CoasterThe experience has Force, focusing been very rewardon ride point-ofing, according to views.

Anderson. “It’s like giving your “This is How kid off to their We Roll” has first teacher at premiered in a preschool. You three American cities, one of spent all this time which included Six on something and Flags Headquarters now you’re sharing it in Texas. The film has with everyone else. It’s a very surreal feeling.” received rave reviews Fred Grubb. from all in attendance. Photo Credit: Coaster Studios There are not many Schaffer has also met people that get to build praise from members of American roller coasters for a living, but Fred Coaster Enthusiasts, or ACE. “I had Grubb and the hard-working team people come up to me and they said at Rocky Mountain Construction are this was the single-handedly the best re-inventing the thrill ride for the next theme park-related media they had generation of thrill-seekers. This docever seen in their entire life.” umentary film showcases the dedicaFor the better part of two years, tion and hard work of the RMC team.

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The Health Benefits Of Cabbage

Nutrition

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he Brassica family of veggies includes broccoli, cabbage cauliflower, and kale. People love cabbage!

Cabbage is loaded with nutrients and vitamins. It has a variety of colors including red, purple, white, and green.

Cabbage is included in dishes such as sauerkraut, kimchi, and coleslaw.

Cabbage also includes small amounts of micronutrients including Vitamin A, riboflavin, and iron.

Cabbage contains high amounts of important fiber needed in our diets.

Cruciferous vegetables like cabbage contain antioxidants that help to reduce inflammation in the body. Vitamin C is so important for many important functions. Red cabbage is very high in this nutrient and provides 85% of the RDI per cup.

Cabbage contains insoluble fiber which keeps the digestive system healthy by providing fuel for friendly bacteria and promoting regular bowel movements.

Cabbage keeps blood pressure in a healthy range. Orange cabbage in particular, is potassium-rich, helping

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to lower high pressure. Cholesterol may also be lowered by eating cabbage.

Cabbage makes an inexpensive and tasty addition to all your recipes!

Please enjoy my recipe found in my cookbook “Nancy’s Recipes for Life” available at my Linwood office location and Capellas Oil and Vinegar Store in Ocean City.

Chicken And Cabbage Stir Fry

2 lbs. cabbage, shredded 1 lb. onion, cut into strips ● 1 lb. celery, chopped ● 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ● 1/2 tsp. Lite Soy Sauce ● 2lb. Boneless skinless chicken breasts diced Add 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ( Capellas olive oil ) to a hot skillet and brown chicken. Add 1/4 cup ● ●

lite soy sauce, stir, and remove from heat. When the chicken is about to be done, add half a tablespoon extra virgin olive oil to the hot pot ( large enough to hold all the veggies, they will cook down a bit ) Start with the onions and then add the rest of the veggies along with the remaining 1/4 lite soy sauce. Stirring frequently, cook to desired crispness. Remove from heat, add chicken, and stir.

Serves 7.

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The Hallowe'en celebration of 1921

A Look Back at Ocean City

By Fred Miller

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here Are You Going to Spend HALLOWE'EN?" was the headline in the October 20, 1921 Ocean City Sentinel. They answered the question, "In Ocean City, of course. We are making extensive preparations to entertain you."

An article in the same newspaper reported on the planning. "The publicity of Ocean City's Carnival has reached far and wide. It is being sent out by wireless; slides are being run in the moving picture houses; frontpage stories have been secured in any number of papers; and through the courtesy of the management of Shore Fast Line Railroad the big orange posters are displayed in every station from Somers Point to Longport and a poster will be placed in

every trolley car.

"Miller, the theatrical costumier from Philadelphia, will be here about five days before the carnival and can be found in the building, formerly the Parker Miller ice cream parlor on Asbury Avenue. The securing of Mr. Miller to come here was an exceptionally good piece of luck as it will give those without costumes a chance to secure something right up to the minute."

All the time spent in preparation paid off. The success of the October 31 celebration was reported in the November 3,1921 Sentinel under the front page headline, "Hallowe'en Carnival Was City's Greatest Pageant."

The article began, "Thousands of

spectators, many of them masked and armed with confetti and noise making devices, witnessed Monday night the biggest, noisiest, merriest and all-round most successful Hallowe'en celebration ever held here.”

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October Sweets: Four Desserts That Taste Like Autumnal Bliss

By Sarah Fertsch Staff Writer

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h ether you are hosting a Halloween party, a bonfire with family, or just need something sweet, nothing beats having a unique treat and someone to share it with. Pumpkin pie and apple turnovers are so cliché, so here are some new, exciting recipes to wow crowds and satisfy your sweet tooth:

Caramels

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2 tbsp of vanilla extract 3 tbsp of salt In a saucepan, heat sugar, brown sugar, and butter over medium heat until the mixture reaches 245 degrees Fahrenheit.

Once the mixture reaches the correct temperature, add condensed milk. Stir and let heat until it reaches 245 degrees once more. The mixture should thicken and bubble, turning a rich tan color.

Pour caramel onto a sheet pan lined with wax paper. Chill in the fridge for three hours.

Cut into bite-sized pieces and wrap in wax paper. Enjoy with a cup of warm coffee or cold milk.

In a large mixing bowl, add wet ingredients (eggs, sugar, butter, pumpkin, and water) and mix thoroughly by hand or by electric mixer.

Combine dry ingredients (flour, spices, baking powder, and salt) slowly into wet ingredients. The batter should thicken and not contain any dry lumps.

Stir in chopped pecans.

Pour batter evenly into muffin tins, lined with paper muffin holders. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 45 minutes.

Let cool and serve with chai tea.

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Pumpkin Muffins

Ingredients: ● 1 medium can of pumpkin puree ● 2 cups of all-purpose flour ● 2 tbsp of salt ● 1 cup of brown sugar ● 2 tbsp of baking powder ● 3 tbsp of cinnamon ● 1 tbsp of nutmeg ● 2 large eggs ● 1 stick of butter, softened ● ½ cup of water ● Chopped pecans

Ginger Snap Pie

Ingredients: 1 box of ginger snaps ● 1 stick of butter, melted ● 2 cups of heavy whipping cream ● 2 cups of white sugar ● 3 tbsp of cinnamon ● 1 tbsp of nutmeg ● 1 tbsp of ground cloves ● 2/3 cup of pumpkin puree Crush ginger snaps using a large Ziplock bag and a rolling pin. Set aside ½ a cup of ginger snaps crumbs and combine the rest with melted butter.

Press mixture to the bottom and sides of a pie pan. Place in an oven (set at 350 degrees) and let bake for 15 minutes. Let cool completely.

In a large mixing bowl, add heavy cream, sugar, puree, and spices. Whip until large peaks form (similar to a thick whipped cream).

Pour filling into the pie crust. Top with leftover ginger snap crumbs.

Enjoy! ●

S'mores Ice Cream

Ingredients: ● 3 cups of heavy whipping cream ● 1 cup of whole milk ● 2 cups of sugar ● 2 cups of marshmallow fluff ● 3 tbsp of vanilla extract ● 3 cups of graham crackers, crushed ● 1 package of chocolate chips In a large, cold bowl, combine ingredients and stir thoroughly. Cover and place in the freezer for 36-48 hours. Scoop and enjoy with chocolate syrup!

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s we move deeper into autumn, the days are getting cooler and the colors around us are changing. If you have children in school, hopefully you’re getting more settled into a routine. We’re in a new season.

Some people love the change of seasons, while others fight it. "Take me to Florida, or somewhere warm, and plant me permanently,” some say. Personally, I love the change of seasons. I’ll admit that when summer ends, I shed a tear and lament a bit over how fast it went. However, I love Fall. I find redeeming value in every season. There is always something to celebrate, appreciate and enjoy.

It’s like that in life as well. We have seasons in our lives like the seasons of a year. Some seasons

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are more enjoyable than others. All too often we wish a season we are passing through would just end. At other times, maybe we wish a season never ends. The challenge is to find something to celebrate and find value in every season of life.

I admit that it’s easier said than done in many cases. However, it can help if you hang on to these three concepts when you are in the midst of any season, good or not so good: ● Seasons are part of life. No matter how much we try to avoid change or new seasons, they happen. I know it helps me to know that seasons do not last forever. When something negative is happening, that is an encouragement to keep in mind.

When great things are happening, it’s a reminder to soak it all up and enjoy. ● Our attitude plays a huge role in how we navigate a season. Unlike any other life-form, we humans have the ability to reason. We can control the way we respond instead of just instinctively reacting to conditions in our lives.

A positive attitude in the middle of a challenging situation goes a long way.

Look for the lessons. By nature, I am an optimistic person. However, that doesn’t mean I don’t have my days. We all do. Luckily, I’m pretty quick to snap out of it.

I evaluate every challenge or obstacle I face. I want to learn from each of my seasons. My goal is to come out on the other side better for having gone through it. Ask yourself questions about the seasons you find yourself in.

Use the season as an opportunity to grow as a person, and focus on what you learned in that period.

Find the redeeming value in it.

Seasons are inevitable. We can either embrace them or fight them.

I choose to embrace each season. I hope you will too. Until next time, let’s go out and make a difference.

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Fall fun for the family at R and J Farms

By Holly Martin

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he weather is getting cooler, and it’s the best time of the year to go pumpkin picking or to get lost in a corn maze. R and J Farms has exactly what you’re looking for to fulfill all your fall activity desires. Every weekend, you can purchase tickets to have a whole day of fun with their hayrides, corn maze, jump pad, concession stand, farm stand, and pony rides.

Then you can finish your day with an ice cream sandwich from the food truck that is on-site every Saturday.

The hayrides to the pumpkin-filled field are up and running. The hayrides fill with families and friends all excited for the short ride to the pumpkin patch. Once in the field, everyone gets off and is given as much time as needed to find the perfect pumpkin.

Ryanna Giang carefully inspected

each pumpkin. “It’s so hard to pick just one,” says Giang.

“This one is pretty cute.” She ripped a round, bright orange pumpkin off the vine. It was her first time at R and J Farms.

“I’ll have to come back with my boyfriend. He can carry all the pumpkins.”

There are little stands set up with pumpkins and flowers for you to take pictures with.

A dozen pictures later and pumpkins in hand, you then board the next hayride back to trying to find clues the car. and our way out.

Next on the list Other groups would of fall fun at R and walk past talking about what they J Farms is to defeat the corn maze. This found on their board year, R and J Farms and what was missing. has added a little game Finally, after what felt while you complete like miles of corn we the maze. When you Holly Martin and Joe Amendolia made it to the end, give your ticket to take a photo with their pumpkins in but we never figured enter the maze you the R and J pumpkin Patch out “who done it” in our game. are given a small game piece that looks a lot like the The jumping pad is always filled popular board game Clue. Amongst with kids racing from one end to the the corn are clues to help you solve other and trying to touch the sky. The your farmer detective game. ponies were waiting for each small We spent well over 30 minutes child to climb on top. The pony ride

involves taking a few laps around a circle before each pony is passed off to the next eager rider. Laughter fills the farm as families take pictures and have fun.

We took pictures of our own before heading to the food stand to get some water and candy. We couldn’t leave without grabbing some cookie ice cream sandwiches to go.

It’s safe to say R and J Farms will be a frequent destination for us to visit all October long. Ticket prices vary, and combination tickets are available. Be sure to check their Facebook for times and daily updates.

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

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Spooky Treats for the Season Moms Vibe:

By Krystle J. Bailey

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t’s “spooky season” and the little monsters are hungry.

Kicking off the holiday season, or what I like to call, “eating

season,” means treats, treats, and more treats! Whether you’re planning a Halloween bash at your home or sending goodies into the classroom, these healthy treats are here to please the hungriest gremlins.

Candy Corn Parfait

Source: suburbia-unwrapped.com Truth: I am a part of a small group of candy corn lovers. However, straight sugar offers an inevitable sugar rush. This fruit-inspired twist on candy corn is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for your little ones.

Some fresh pineapple, mandarin oranges, and homemade whipped cream are all you need for this fruity parfait.

Homemade Whipped Cream: Combine 1 cup heavy whipping cream, 3-4 tbsp powdered sugar, and 1tsp vanilla in a mixing bowl. Beat until peaks form. Enjoy!

Pumpkin Apple Pops

Source: raisingwhasians.com Sneak a little hidden protein into your little ones with this super simple Halloween treat. A little caramel popcorn garnish is sure to win over even

the pickiest eaters.

Slice an apple into ½” thick slices and prop onto a green popsicle stick.

Dye a bowl of Greek yogurt with all-natural orange food coloring then spread onto the front of the apple.

Decorate with chocolate chips and garnish with caramel popcorn. Enjoy!

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Halloween Yogurt Bark Silly Apple Bites

Source: Sulaandspice.com For an allergy-free option, consider using sunflower or nut-free butter for this yummy apple treat. An apple monster a day definitely keeps the doctor away. Check out this recipe from sulaandspice.com. ● Carefully cut off the core from the edge of each apple quarter. ● To make the mouth, cut a wedge into the middle of the apple. ● Coat the inside of the mouth with sunflower butter/peanut butter. ● Place 3-5 sunflower seed kernels on the top of the mouth for teeth. ● Place a thin strawberry slice inside the mouth for a tongue.

Source: forkandbeans.com The simplicity of this recipe is almost scary! A healthy, easy, delicious breakfast or snack for the kids? Count me in. All you have to do is line a baking pan with parchment paper, add in your yogurt of choice (bonus points for making it orange), add spooky toppings, and FREEZE! So simple, so delicious, so festive.

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By Pete Thompson

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know this is primarily a sports column, but it’s also an entertainment column as well. Add to that the fact that I’m writing this almost immediately after seeing the new James Bond film “No Time To Die” in IMAX at the Tilton Square Theater in Northfield and the headline will make sense. Plus, if you know the history of the movie, you know that Bond fans, like me, have been waiting for this one for a LONG time! I’ll have more about Bond, and actor Daniel Craig, near the end of this column.

Since I last wrote, the Eagles lost to their old head coach, but then won (unexpectedly) on the road in Carolina.

Also from the NFL, a very popular coach resigns from one of the legacy teams.

In basketball, the Sixers appear to have

resolved with a disgruntled star just as the preseason is coming to a close. The Phillies missed the playoffs (again) and as such have dismissed some folks and hired a few as well. The Flyers are done with preseason and their final opening night roster is out as they drop the puck for real on Friday, October 15th to start the season. Locally, it was a surprising finish at the ShopRite LPGA Classic in Galloway. Plus, we want to send “get well” wishes to a legendary local high school basketball coach.

From entertainment, I mentioned “No Time to Die” at the top of the column and in the headline. I’ll have my thoughts on that outstanding movie.

Plus, a CBS franchise that never should have gone away in my opinion, is “reborn”. As always though, we begin with sports, and my thoughts: ● It’s hard in Week 5 to call a game a “make or break” or a “must-win”, but that’s exactly what I think was at stake when the Eagles went to Charlotte last week to play the Carolina Panthers. No matter what happens moving forward against Tampa Bay, the Eagles will now go into that Thursday Night Football game with a 2-3 record instead of an ugly 1-4

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This was a “Charles Dickens” game in my opinion as the Eagles couldn’t look much worse in the first half and trailed 15-6 at the break. However, QB Jalen Hurts came out and ran for two touchdowns in the 2nd half, plus threw for a successful two-point conversion to put the Eagles ahead by three.

A key play on special teams was the difference as T.J. Edwards came up with a punt block in the 4th quarter to set the Eagles up with a short field before the go-ahead touchdown. The last time an Eagle blocked a punt?

In the Super Bowl Season of 2017 when Kamu Grugier-Hill blocked one against the Giants.

I have to highlight the Eagles defense in the win too, as Darius “Big Play” Slay came up with not one, but two interceptions in the game. Corner Steven Nelson also ended any drama as he picked off Sam Darnold to essentially put the game away.

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I should also address the previous game as the Eagles lost 42-30 at home to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Patrick Mahomes threw 5 touchdowns in that game, three of them to Tyreek Hill, and Andy Reid got his record-setting homecoming. Reid returned to Philadelphia and earned his 100th career win with the Chiefs, becoming the first coach in NFL history to win 100 games with two different teams. Reid’s 140 victories with the Eagles are the most in franchise history.

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Just one more piece of NFL news to pass along and that’s about Jon Gruden as he has resigned as head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders after reports surface that he used anti-gay, misogynistic language in multiple emails over ten years. To me, this is a SAD exit for a colorful character who has devoted his life to coaching football. At the same time, the NFL has come a long way since Gruden first came into the league. Each week you see messages in the back of the end zone with things like “End Racism” or “It Takes All of Us”. Heck, the Raiders even have an openly gay player on their roster in Carl Nassib! This move had to be made. No question.

Another move that had to be made, at least according to his advisors, is Ben Simmons back in Philadelphia and reporting to the 76ers. As the Sixers played the Brooklyn Nets in a preseason game on the court, Simmons reported to the Wells Fargo Center for a COVID-19 test to start several days of testing required by the NBA for him to return to the team.

Simmons held out for the first two weeks of the preseason, but he was costing himself almost $360,000 per game and racked up fines totaling almost 1 million dollars.

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years and $147 million left on his contract. Simmons hadn't spoken directly to team officials since a late August meeting in Los Angeles in which he reiterated his desire for a trade, sources said. He had recently become more open-minded about the possibility of ending his time away from the team and reporting to Philadelphia, but the next step will be him committing to not just a return to the city -- but rejoining the team on the court. Stay tuned.

For their part, the Sixers continue to say they would welcome Simmons back. Philadelphia has one more preseason game on Friday, October 15th at Detroit before they open the season up next Wednes-

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It is very sad for me to write that once again, the Phillies have missed the playoffs. The Mariners have the longest MLB playoff drought at 19 years, but the Phillies are second as they haven’t played postseason baseball since 2012. And when you miss the playoffs, you have to think there are consequences.

The hitting coach, Joe Dillon was fired. He’ll be replaced by Kevin Long, who has a long history with Joe Girardi. Long was Girardi’s hitting coach for seven seasons with the Yankees. Long comes from Washington, where the Nationals led the NL in batting average and topped the majors in on-base percentage during his four years there.

There is some good Phillies news, as the team moved closer to keeping the Phillie Phanatic last week as they settled a lawsuit with the mascot’s original creators. The team had sued the creators in 2019 after the creators threatened to obtain an injunction against the team’s use of the mascot and send the snout-nosed, shaggy, flightless green bird into free agency.

After roughly two weeks of training camp, six preseason games, and plenty of experimentation with the line combinations, the Flyers’

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Even though Kevin Hayes is listed on the opening night roster, he’s expected to be out six to eight weeks.

Head coach Alain Vigneault says he would have liked to carry more players on the roster into opening night, but because of cap constraints, the team must be creative with their active roster. After all, the Flyers start the season with a four-game home-stand and can call players up from the Lehigh Valley Phantoms if injuries occur.

In the hours leading up to the opening roster deadline, the Flyers claimed forward Patrick Brown off of waivers from the Vegas Golden Knights. Brown, 29, has played 33 NHL games (two goals, one assist) spanning five years for the Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes. He’ll probably slide in as a 4th line left-winger, and his arrival meant that prospect Garrett Wilson got sent down to the AHL. Wilson had impressed many during camp.

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So, here’s the Flyers opening night 21-man roster (including the injured Hayes): FORWARDS (13) Konecny, Hayes, Couturier, Brassard, Laughton, Lindblom, van Riemsdyk, Giroux, Brown, Thompson, Aube-Kubel, Farabee, Atkinson DEFENSEMEN (6) Yandle, Sanheim, Provorov, Braun, Ristolainen, Ellis GOALTENDERS (2) Jones, Hart Locally, 27-year-old Celine Boutier is your 2021 ShopRite LPGA Classic Champion as she shoots a closing round score of 63 to win by one stroke over Jin Young Ko and Inbee Park. It’s her second career LPGA victory, and the surprise is not just that she won, but HOW she won.

You see, hole #18 at Seaview’s Bay Course is a par-5, so it’s always a birdie hole or better for the professionals. Both Ko and Park had a chance for birdie on 18 to force a playoff and remarkably, BOTH missed their putts!

Park is the #3 ranked player in the world and she missed an eight-footer. Ko is the #2 ranked player in the world and she missed a seven-footer. Hey, score one for the Donald Ross greens of the Bay Course at Seaview! A thrilling and surprising

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finish to the 2021 event. For my two cents, I LOVED having the tournament back and with FANS too. I liked the cooler temperatures, but hopefully, it returns to the normal June dates next year.

My last local sports item is about Paul Rodeo. On October 2nd, St. Augustine sent out a tweet asking for prayers for the longtime basketball coach. Rodeo, 69, is one of the most accomplished high school basketball coaches in the nation.

He's coached the Hermits for 44 seasons and leads South Jersey with 968 career wins. Now the tweet did not have specific details about his condition, but I have heard from several folks who say he is on the road to recovery, but that road will not be an easy journey. So, if you’re reading this, take a minute to say a prayer for Coach Rodio, please!

As always, I’ll close with a few items from entertainment as I have to start with the movie I saw earlier tonight, and that’s “No Time to Die”, the 25th James Bond movie. Let me start by saying a huge THANK YOU to actor Daniel Craig, who for the last 15 years has come to inhabit the character of James Bond better than ANY who went before him, in my opinion. I used to rank the late Roger Moore as my favorite, with

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Lastly, the show “CSI” is back on CBS, but it’s back in a reboot called “CSI: Vegas”. It’s hard to believe that the original show went off the air in

2015 and CSI: Cyber was canceled in 2016, so we’ve had five years without a CSI on television. Well, I’m here to tell you, if the writing for CSI: Vegas is as good as the pilot episode, I’m in! Plus, you add in William Petersen and Jorja Fox, and you have me watching! If you’re a fan of the original CSI that ran from 2000 to 2015, make sure you check out CSI: Vegas.

If you’ve followed the news lately, you know that this Covid-19 pandemic is not over. It is my continued hope that you stay safe, stay healthy, and when you’re indoors if a place requires you to wear a mask, it’s for a reason. Please lead with KINDNESS. Pete has been the local "sports guy" at the Jersey Shore since 2004. After a decade with TV 40, he joined 97.3 ESPN radio to talk Eagles, Phillies, Sixers & Flyers with Mike Gill on "The SportsBash" from 2-6 p.m.

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Atlantic City Stories...Books and Beyond The Light with Raymond Tyler

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he Atlantic City Free Public Library has come a long way since my first visit in the 1970’s. All you could get were books and in the children’s section not even a wide selection (my opinion, not Shore Local’s.) Well, I just got great news for any looking for more information beyond books on the history of Atlantic City.

The Atlantic City Free Public Library’s extensive archival collections related to African American history in the city will soon become easier for the public to explore and utilize.

The library received a grant of $128,826 from the National Endowment for the Humanities to implement “The City of Dreams: the Atlantic City Experience” project.

The project will be the first stage in creating “The Atlantic City Experience Research Library Digital Repos-

itory” to provide a new level of online access to the library’s extensive Atlantic City Heritage Collections. The online repository will make available those collections by digitizing, cataloging and placing text, audio and video content on an internet platform for unlimited access.

The initial project will focus on digitization of the African American history collections. The Atlantic City Heritage Collections offer a wide variety of materials documenting African American history from the city’s inception in 1854 to present day. The collections feature dissertations, oral histories and biographies which capture the voices of African Americans who grew up, lived, and worked here.

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concerning African American history in Atlantic City will allow city, the state, the country and the world to see how much African Americans contributed to the growth and the history of the city,” library archivist Jacqueline Silver-Morillo said.

To preserve and digitize these resources, the library will contract with Preservica (Preservica.com), an internet cloud-based company, to create an online digital repository.

The Atlantic City Experience and Atlantic City Free Public Library websites will be linked to the new repository, allowing persons seeking greater detail about the city’s history to access information 24/7 on the internet. This will greatly improve research services to our historical collections for residents, students, teachers, authors, archivists and re-

searchers throughout the world.

Those interested in tracking the progress of the City of Dreams: the Atlantic City Experience project can visit the library’s website – www. acfpl.org – as well as the library’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts. Please call Silver-Morillo at (609) 345-2269, ext. 3064, for more information.

The City of Dreams: the Atlantic City Experience project has been made possible in part by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy demands wisdom.

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his week is an Italian Wine Seminar series in NYC, so I'd be hard-pressed to find anything else worth talking about this week; with Italian wine on my brain, nothing else seems to matter. From the rolling hills of Piedmont to the sunny coastlines of Sardinia, there's simply no region more diverse and refined in its winemaking. While the big hitters are undeniably delectable - Barolo, Barbaresco, Brunello, and even Chianti - there are so many other options that are just as worthwhile, albeit lesser-known. The best part? Lesser-known means lower price tags.

Dolcetto - This grape is bountiful across Northern Italy, and is regularly found on family dinner tables across the country. Its name means "little sweet one", but don't be fooled - it's dry, balanced, and well-structured.

The charming name refers instead to how much it's adored by both wine-

makers and drinkers. These wines are most often soft, plush, and fruit-forward, but if you opt for a slightly higher priced one from Dogliani, you'll find complexity and aggressive tannin suitable for any fine steak dinner or prestigious occasion. For everyday sipping, I love Fenocchio Dolcetto d'Alba ($15.99), but San Fereolo Dogliani ($27.99) has my heart whenever I want to amp it up a bit.

Nebbiolo Some of you may be saying "but Nikki, you said we WOULDN'T be talking about Barolo!

Isn't that the grape used to make it? ''You're right!

But there is SO much more to Nebbiolo, king of grapes, than just Barolo. (The imaginary reader in my head is now chastising me, exclaiming "JUST Barolo?!. Hear me out, imaginary reader). Outside of the sanctioned Barolo region, Nebbiolo can often be just as dignified at half the price. Nothing will quite compare with true Barolo of course, but not every occasion calls for that either. With a low-key but hearty meal, I love Lang-

he Nebbiolo. These wines are made from the same grape as Barolo, but are younger, a bit fresher, and more approachable for everyday drinking (in both price tag and palate).

Some favorites of mine include Aurelio Settimo ($25.99), Deforville ($21.99) and Il Favot Langhe Nebbiolo ($51.99).

Nero d'Avola - When someone wants a drinkable, delicious, bargain-priced bottle, I almost always gravitate towards southern Italian reds such as this one. They offer elegance and depth without draining the bank, simply because they haven't (yet) reached the astronomic demand

levels of other Italian Wines. Nero d'Avola is a hero in its native Sicily, offering bright red fruits and generous peppery notes to complement any dish (especially red sauce-based ones). Colosi Rosso ($10.99) is an old favorite, but Feudi del Pisciotto ($26.99) is well worth the extra few bucks.

These are, of course, all red wines, but that isn't to say that there aren't myriad white wines worth loving from Italy if that's more your style. Perhaps that will be an article in the future…?

Until then, remember I'm only an email away if you need a recommendation - nmyers@passionvines.com.

Cheers!

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

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For those who manage to live out the night of scares, cash prizes will be given out for the best costumes. First place takes home $1,000, and second takes home $500, so be sure to bring your A-game to this festive fête.

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A Tale of Ghosts, Ghouls and Hauntings in South Jersey

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he Jersey Shore is known for having family friendly towns with outstanding beaches, cities full of rich history and fun boardwalks. Yet, there is a scary, spooky side to our area, full of shadowy abandoned houses, creepy cemeteries and chilling legends. Seeing that Halloween is just a few weeks away, I’ve chosen to share some information on our local haunted legends.

How is a place deemed as being haunted? The history of the building or surrounding area is at the top of the list, followed by who lived there and how the house or land was used.

“Spirits” may seek some form of justice or revenge or, perhaps, just wants someone to know of their presence. This is especially true on battlegrounds, cemeteries and old, long closed hospitals and prisons.

There are countless legends attached to such places; tales of paranormal activities are shared such as unexplained cold spots, odd smells, creaking or slamming doors, flickering lights and

sounds of footsteps in the dark.

There are a considerable amount of places that are described everywhere from Smithville to Cape May, all rich with history. Locally, there are several that stand out. South Jersey is known for the Pine Barrens, which encompasses 1.1 million acres of preserved woodland over seven counties and known as the largest haunted area in all of the state. Within this endless forest are former mining settlements and mills, along with tails of numerous ghosts, and another Jersey-native creature.

Often referred to as the Leeds Dev-

il, tales of the infamous Jersey Devil go back as early as the 1700s. Legend has it he is the 13th son of Jane Leeds, and was born as a creature with hooves, wings and a forked tail. Many have reported spotting the creature in various locations throughout Atlantic County, most notably in the Pine Barrens.

Cape May is another town full of paranormal occurrences and sightings of numerous apparitions.

The Cape received its name from the Dutch Captain Mey, who came upon the peninsula in 1620, a place where the Native American tribes summered.

When the Quakers formed the community in 1688, the whailing industry began and more families re-located to the area. Victorian houses and hotels line the beach front streets along with many stories of hundreds of ghosts.

Just in time for Halloween, several local towns are currently offering nightly Ghost Tour walks, many telling tales of folklore and old haunts. In

Ocean City, you can take a 90 minute candlelight tour, explore around the city’s Victorian district while listening to stories of the supernatural and learn about the “Alley of the Dead.” There are a number of haunted hayrides that will send chills down your spine, leaving you to wonder what is coming next.

Corn mazes provide smiles and fun to both kids and adults.

No matter where you may venture this season, have a Happy Halloween.

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Meet Local Artist: Billy Joe Michel

By Krystle J. Bailey

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outh Jersey native, Billy Joe Michel never envisioned a future as a professional artist. Art was a constant in her life during adolescence, throughout her years as a Psychology major at Temple University, and into adulthood. From painting to embroidery, Billy Joe found comfort in creativity, however, she always treated art as a hobby.

That is, until 2009, when she was pregnant with her firstborn daughter, Ava. It was during that season that Billy Joe’s life began to evolve and her natural artistic gifts were brought front and center.

Billy Joe’s good friend, a fellow artist by the name of Ashley Buttercup, was a driving force for Billy when it came to taking her art seriously. After taking part in an art show alongside Ashley, Ashley’s father insisted on buying Billy’s painting. That was the launching pad for Billy Joe, as she began to envision her life as a paid artist.

Since then, visual art has become her microphone. It is on that artistic mic that Billy brings awareness to the social issues that weigh heavy on her heart. Her paintings have become a platform for storytelling and education on topics such as the fight against racism, social injustice, and life as a single mother.

The “Trail Her Trash Commandments,” a 10 piece art exhibit that Billy Joe created for Art Basel in Miami, was her first large-scale conversation

piece. The exhibit chronicled Now, as she is entering a new snippets of her life’s story that season in life, one filled with are often seen as taboo. Billy’s new love and a blended family, commitment to shedding light she looks forward to sharing on topics such as growing up a new series that focuses on around alcoholism, being born finding the light after the darkfrom a one-night stand, growness. ing up in poverty, and raising The highly anticipated seher children as a single mother, ries will be released this winter, began with the “Trail Her Trash dates TBD. The future is bright for Billy Commandments.”

“Since I started sharing Joe Michel with so much to these stories, I’ve found a look forward to including plans community through my art. to launch a non-profit organiPeople find it therapeutic when (Billy Joe and her three kids: Left to right: Micky, Jax, Ava) zation for women and a winter art exhibit. they connect with my story,” explains Billy Joe. her kids in love and affirmations, “I’ve been through eviction with Painting her own story gave Billy reminding them constantly of their my children and faced homelessnes.I the confidence she needed to start beauty, worth, and power in this know how hard it can be to be a single using her art to speak on other topics world. parent or struggle with children and going on in the world. A piece that she From larger than life immersive how embarrassing, low, unworthy you created in 2017 about rapper Meek exhibits and commissioned murals can feel. I hope to use my art to be Mill landed Billy national notoriety. to painting live on stages, Billy Joe’s able to bless struggling families and The painting shed light on the unfair art leaves an immeasurable impact help them feel seen.” - Billy Joe Michel treatment of Meek Mill and countless anywhere her paintbrush touches.

Keep up with Billy Joe at www. other black men in America by way The meaningful art that Billy has artbybilliejoe.com and on Instagram of the justice system. Following a created over the years has led her @miss_billyjoe. public display of the Meek Mill “Jack to speak on panels throughout the In The Box” painting, Billy Joe’s work country, even landing her the opporKrystle J Bailey. Multimedia tunity to speak at an event hosted by was featured on Billboard.com, BET journalist, Author, Poet.

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Over the last five years, Billy’s Instagram @thedailybailey5 world has changed for the better.

“I am most thankful for the conversations that my art has led to,” shares Michel. “I never set out to be ...When nothing else will do!!! any of this. They’ve all come from following my inner voice, talking about things that move me or things that I care about for my children.”

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The young woman from Margate has always loved “making things pretty.” Her family would recruit her for decorating the dinner table, or organizing a beautiful holiday meal.

Her twin sister challenged Nolan to creatively set up events on the beach, turning her talents into a source of income. In 2020, Ali Nolan established the South Jersey Picnic Company, an organization that prepares tables spreads for picnics, topping off special events for her customers.

Ali loves her work. She has done a variety of events, including birthdays, anniversaries, micro-weddings, baby showers, and marriage proposals.

“I get so giddy and nervous hiding behind the dunes as I watch the proposal,” said Nolan. “I make each one special and unique. It’s my honor to be

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The Forgotten Adventure Village

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hile many local places in and around Atlantic City no longer exist, they are still very much alive in the hearts of people old enough to remember. The fun memories seem to last longer. Adventure Village was a minor amusement park just down the road from Storybook Land in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. For many years, the decayed remains of this once-bustling tourist attraction could just barely be seen behind the thick foliage while stuck in traffic on the Black Horse Pike.

What exactly was Adventure Village? It would seem a bit unusual in its attractions if open today. Unlike the thrill rides that populate fun parks now, where intensity is key and a headache by the end of the day is inevitable, Adventure Village was made up of more mellower fare.

There was a Model T ride and a rickety old train that rode through the woods. There was a diamond mine where, I’m guessing, children were given faux spades and pick-axes to simulate how treasure hunting in the nineteenth century was done. There was an imprisoned convict named “Slippery Sam” who would converse with children behind bars and occa-

People enjoyed train rides that thrill-seekers today may yawn at. But in another time, it provided locals with a lot of fun and a touch of the old west. Photo courtesy of Weirdnj.com. sionally escape and run amuck.

The rides at Adventure Village couldn't compare to the thrill rides at today's amusement parks. But there is a kind of unique charm about a place like Adventure Village with themes more about capturing the essence of a chaotic yet charming zeitgeist like the Wild West, rather than seeing how many people its rides made sick.

Adventure Village is gone now. In 2009, the property was bought and torn down. An Auto Lenders is in its place. I find this a great tragedy for

Adventure Village was an amusement park that opened in 1959 down the road from Storybook Land in Egg Harbor Township. It provided fun with a touch of history. Photo courtesy of Weirdnj.com.

two reasons: the first being that vintage things and places are in demand more so now than ever before, and it probably would have made a killing if it was refurbished; secondly, and more importantly, it would have been eligible to become a historic spot.

According to the National Register of Historic Places, a property can reach its historic status when it is 50 years old or older. The irony is that in 2009, when Adventure Village was destroyed, it turned 50.

There is nothing to be done about the now-extinct Adventure Village.

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When you go to a funeral service, certainly pay your respects, but pay attention to the little details of how things are being done. What is the urn or casket like, or is there simply a portrait there? How are the flowers displayed? Are there enough chairs for everyone? How friendly and helpful is the funeral director and staff. If you as a consumer do this whenever you go to a service that is not being handled by the “normal funeral home your family uses” and you will get an understanding of the other options and services available to you by different firms. The bottom line is just because you used a funeral home in the past does not mean you are obligated to use them in the future.

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OK, we have talked about not waiting until the last minute to choose a funeral firm and not choosing a funeral firm with indifference as opposed to preference, but now I am going to tackle the third biggest issue when it comes to picking a funeral firm. Don’t base your decision SOLELY on price!

I am sure you have heard the term you get what you pay for. This has never been truer than in funeral service. I get many a phone call asking how much a service costs. My honest response to every inquiry is “well what is it you want to do in your funeral/burial/cremation/service” What I mean is that the costs are mostly under the consumers control, based on their choices. To put it another way, how much is a car? Well, is it a Cadillac or Toyota and does it have roll down windows? See you next issue.

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He is a twenty-two year veteran of the funeral industry.

Homemade Costumes on a Budget

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ant to wow your neighborhood or everyone at your best friend’s house party? You can be a wizard of costume design! Here are eight fun and easy ideas:

Aviator

This is a timeless classic that works for both guys and gals. Find yourself a big cardboard box and cut a hole on the bottom (big enough for your body to fit inside).

Cut the side flaps of the box into rounded wings, and cut the front and back flap off completely. Use leftover cardboard to cut into two 16 inch long ovals and glue them crossing over each other in the middle. Glue that to the front of your box. Paint your plane bright red and add some white stripes to the wings. Use duct tape to create suspenders to hang your plane over your abdomen. Dress in a leather jacket with aviator sunglasses and

hang your plane on your shoulders.

Fly high, pilot!

Scary Spider

Give your friends the creepy-crawlies with this simple outfit. Purchase three pool noodles and cut them each in half. Spray-paint them black, covering the entire surface. Once the paint has dried, cut a small hole on each long end of the noodle halves.

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↘Continued from 51 Run a black string through the holes, tying knots at each end. Dress in all black, and for some extra zest, paint a spider web around one eye using face paint. Tie the ends of the strings to your wrist and the other end to your upper arm. Now you have eight legs that move with you! Eek!

Rainy Day

This cute costume works in all weather! Purchase a large beach hat, and glue cotton balls to the top and sides, creating a cloud hat. Cut large raindrops out of blue felt, and hang them on all sides of the cloud hat.

Wear all black and some colorful rain boots, and add your cloud hat. For an extra touch, carry an umbrella!

Cereal Killer

For a funny spin on a real-life horror, duct tape small boxes of cereal to a gray shirt. Stick white plastic knives in each box, and drip red paint down the sides. Add jeans and sneakers, and you’re ready to go! Carry a large bowl for collected candy!

Hippie

This is an easy look for kids and adults. Pair a tie-dye shirt with either bell-bottom pants or a buckskin skirt.

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Librarian

Another easy costume. Find a white button-down shirt and plain trousers or a skirt. Pair with high socks and loafers, and make sure to carry books! If you add a cardigan or blazer, keep a library card in your pocket. Don’t forget your glasses!

You’ll soon be ready to keep the party quiet and orderly.

Ice Cream Cone

This costume involves a big puffy skirt! Find a white, brown, or pink dress with a flowy skirt (or add a tutu of the same color). Cut out ovals in different colored craft paper and tape them all over the dress like sprinkles. Paint an old-fashioned cone party hat tan or light brown. Combine these pieces with colorful shoes, and you’ll look sweet!

Bandit

Steal the show with this crazy costume! Throw on a black-and-white striped shirt and black pants. Don’t forget to wear black shoes as well.

Using a long piece of black cloth, cut eye holes proportional to your face, and tie around your head, over your nose. Carry white pillowcases with money signs drawn on them. No one will mess with you!

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Golfing a Round at Seaview Bay

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olfing a round at the remarkable Seaview Bay Golf Course is a day of walking through history.

This is the site of World Golf Hall of Famer Sam Snead’s first ever major championship, the 1942 PGA, and home course of the ShopRite LPGA Classic . Walking this course were Hall of Famers, major champions and Tour greats including Annika Sorenstam, Sei Re Pak, Karrie Webb, Betsy King, Nancy Lopez, Anna Nordqvist, Lexi Thompson, Paula Creamer, Stacy Lewis and Laura Davies.

This is also where many US Presidents, stars of music, film and television and other dignitaries played. Seaview Bay is very simply a glorious trip right down Memory Lane. On top of the history, it’s an incredible world-class golf course that anyone can get to play.

Opened in 1914 and designed by two of Golf’s architectural giants Hugh Wilson (Merion) and Donald Ross (Pinehurst No.2) the linksstyled Seaview Bay plays right along Route 9 in Galloway. It sprawls out to Reed’s Bay with breath-taking views of nearby Atlantic City across the

way. Framed with its infamous and typically very tall fescue and mounds.

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also love the FEEL of the golf course as the Hugh Wilson design is pretty straight forward with no blind shots and very few forced carries. But keep the ball in play,” he adds. “If you’re not accurate, you can end up in thick rough, or even worse. That generally results in ‘bye-bye golf ball!.”

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11. Acapulco money 12. *Coraline's buttons 15. Kudos 20. Rodeo rope 22. *Crematorium jar 24. *Jonestown poison 25. *Vampire's canines 26. Love intensely 27. 1/100 of a rial 29. *Werewolf's cry 31. *Coffin's stand 32. Confusion of voices 33. Wear away 34. *____ Macabre 36. *Mummy's home 38. Lotto variant 42. Throw up 45. Flour fluffer 49. A in IPA 51. Wipes blackboard 54. Bovine milk dispenser 56. Render harmless 57. Door fastener 58. Chills and fever 59. Strong desire 60. Getting warm 61. Closely confined 62. Chicken of the sea?

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Simon Lupo to reveal a more serious side in her one-woman show

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ometimes I’m OK” by playwright and standup comedian Randi Simon Lupo will make its Somers Point debut in the area’s newest arts space – studio;space – from Friday to Sunday, Oct. 15 to 17.

“Sometimes I’m OK”, directed by Karen Case Cook, debuted five years ago at Manhattan’s The Producers Club. Since then, it was selected for the International United Solo Festival, and has been performed in Central and North Jersey, as well as to sold out crowds at the Cape May Aerodrome and the Cape May Fringe Festival -- the latter of which she was invited to attend by Cape May playwright and producer Bill Sterritt.

Studio;space is Sterritt’s new multi-purpose venue and where his “Wreck of the Spanish Armada” played last month. He was anxious to bring Lupo back to the area but for a different audience.

“The classics are great, of course, but I love to introduce audiences to newer material, such as Randi’s ‘Sometimes I’m OK’,” Sterritt says. Lupo, who has been performing standup comedy consistently for 12 years, has done her act on various stages such as Comix at Foxwoods, The New York Comedy Club, Gotham Comedy Club, Broadway Comedy Club, and The Metropolitan Room in New York City and Catch A Rising Star–Princeton. Presently she describes herself as a “comedian who wrote a play”, and her brave performance in “Sometimes” is proof that she isn’t afraid to show a more serious side.

“I wanted to tell a story where there’s no pressure to be funny. People do laugh at times. But I cannot categorize it as a comedy – I’m a comedian doing a more serious show,” she explains of her autobiographical, “kaleidoscope” show, which illustrates various instances of her life from the heartbreaking to the heart touching.

Lupo grew up one of four kids in Brooklyn, with a demanding father who expected his children to be successful at everything, and a mother who valued beauty above all else.

At a young age, Lupo was diagnosed with scoliosis and several learning disabilities, which forced her to develop her own unique coping mechanisms. Growing up, she attended numerous therapy sessions and befriended many therapists along the way.

The one-woman show was something she says she “had to do” and was, ultimately, very healing for her.

“Nobody comes out of childhood unscathed -- everybody has different experiences. You didn’t go through what I went through, I didn’t go through what you went through …,” says Lupo, who currently resides with her husband, the show’s executive producer, Patrick Mirucki in Central Jersey. “The point is that you can be OK. It can really be OK.” “Sometimes” runs 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 15 and 16; and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 16 and 17. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased through Eventbrite.com.

Studio;space is at 112 Woodland Ave. in Somers Point. More information can be found at SometimesImOK.com or Facebook.com/ sometimesimok.

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Remembering Mays Landing's Nudest Park

By Mari D'Albora Dattolo

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inety years ago, Mays Landing made news in the New York Times with the opening of Sunshine Park. Located on a riverfront tract on Mays Landing-Somers Point Road, it became a weekend getaway for as many as 750 practicing nudist families. Men, women and children would stay in cabins, enjoying the natural

it also attracted showgirls from Atlantic City who were looking for full body tans. Crowds of people were also attracted by the $14 per couple weekend rate.

The famous nudist park was co-founded in the 1930s during the heyday of the naturalist movement by Dr. Ilsley Boone, referred to as "Uncle Danny," a minister and geologist. He published the first American nudist magazine, The Nudist, which later be-

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A cabin in the resort sunbathing, swimming pool, playing tennis, using the sauna, whirlpool and playing miniature golf. Most people would gather in the evenings before the mosquitoes would start biting and play volleyball. Older members would watch from the sidelines and also play bocce and shuffleboard.

Although the park was for families,

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came Sunshine & Health. The magazine was published by his Sunshine Publishing Company.

The park was purchased in the early 1960's by psychologist Oliver York for $120,000. In it's last years, the property drew the interest of a casino owner who offered $2 million, however a sale did not materialize. Eventually neighbors became critical of Sunshine Park, insisting township officials crack down on the facility, citing health violations for overwhelmed sanitary systems.

A judge eventually ordered the park closed in 1983. In end the property was left to be reclaimed by nature.

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