SHORE LOCAL | Coastal | March 30, 2023

Events Spring to Life

Van Drew Pushes Back Against Wind Projects

Girls Flag Football Scores at Local Schools

Bone Appetite: Doggy Ice Cream Shop Opens

Looking Back at OC's First Lifeguard

Getting back to the great outdoors

trees, and a rainbow of delicate blooms that fill my yard with life and springtime joy.

From the Editor

The springtime brings a sense of renewal that makes everything in life feel a little better and a lot brighter. The days seem longer, the sun shines brighter, and we all breathe a little easier as we shed layers of clothing and step into the warm sunlight.

The garden is my favorite place to witness the signs of spring’s arrival. I noticed this week that my daffodils had bloomed the color of soft butter, and my lilies sprouted new leaves. I found myself smiling as our big dogs pranced along the front lawn, licking the sweet raindrops from the spears of grass. a s I gathered my spade and bucket and set out to replant my split flowers, I looked around with gratitude, remembering a time my yard didn’t have any flowers. Now there are tens of colorful bushes, flowering

I smiled to myself as I pruned the branches of my forsythia, dotted with sparse yellow flowers. One of my favorite signs of spring is the forsythia bush, rich in a yellow color that brightens my smile every year. My birthday happens to coincide with the forsythia blooms each april. a s a child, I mistook forsythia to mean “For cynthia” (my real name). From my young perspective, it simply couldn’t be a coincidence that these beautiful flowers just happened to bloom on my birthday week. a s far as I was concerned, that was my flower. I suppose my friends Lily, rose, Ivy, Daisy, Willow, and my daughter, holly, may have similar feelings about their namesake.

My mom always said the best time to garden is right after a good rain. It's been several years now since my mother knelt in the garden and dug her hands in the dirt, though she certainly passed down her green thumb and love of gardening to me. I

Publisher– Bob Fertsch (609) 334-1691 shorelocalads@gmail.com

Executive Editor - Cindy Christy Fertsch (609) 705-5323 shorelocalcindy@gmail.com

Copy Editors - James FitzPatrick, Holly Fertsch

Staff Writer - Sarah Fertsch Digital Marketing Director - Marc Berman Web Designer - Holly Martin

Contributors –Charles Eberson, Dina Guzzardo, Scott Cronick, Dan Skeldon, Tammy Thornton, Rich Baehrle, Steffen Klenk, Nancy Adler, Donald B. Kravitz, Joe Massaglia, Fred Miller, Krystle J. Bailey, Brian Cahill, Dave Weinberg, Doug Deutsch, Jeff Whitaker, Elisa Jo Eagan, Michael Bray, Heidi Clayton, Eric Reich, Keith Dawn, Whitney Ullman, Raymond Tyler, Tim Hawk

Cover photo by Cary Sagady. or

am thankful for the two special gifts my mother gave me: my very own namesake flower and the wisdom to care for it. a lot has changed over the years, but our relationship and enthusiasm for gardening remain constant.

With summer around the corner, local businesses are in full preparation. We all know that soon, the

crowds will flock to our shores by the thousands. Judging by the number of concerts and community events on the calendar, Summer 2023 will be a stellar one! Dare I say, like pre-pandemic days?

This issue of Shore Local is bursting with spring and holiday events and entertainment. check out the rich history of Gregory’s restaurant and Bar on page 10, featured as this week's legendary business. h ometown heroes on page 52, volunteer their time and resources to help others. In each issue of Shore Local, we are honored to highlight people within our community doing extraordinary things in a million different ways. It is the people, places, and events in our area that make the Jersey Shore a great place to live and visit. Please be sure to show our advertisers love, too, as they make each edition of Shore Local possible. Thank you for picking up this copy. happy Spring and happy Gardening.

Cover photo of Carter Doorly by Dawn Doorly.

Peace & Love, Cindy

Community returns the love in Dean Randazzo’s time of need

By Cindy Christy Fertsch

As a community, it is our responsibility to take care of one another and reciprocate love, support, and encouragement. When one of the area’s biggest givers needs help, South Jersey does what we do best - we come together to uplift one of our own.

Dean r andazzo, New Jersey's most accomplished professional surfer and founder of the Dean randazzo cancer Foundation, has been offering support to individuals and families navigating cancer diagnoses for more than 20 years.

randazzo has been the driving force behind the 501c3 organization that has provided South Jersey families with more than a million dollars to help mitigate the financial burdens of a cancer diagnosis.

a s a young surfer, Dean was diagnosed with cancer at the height of his career in 2001. at the time, he understood that he was fortunate to have an insurance plan that would lighten the financial load for the jour-

ney ahead, knowing that many others did not have the same peace of mind.

“It’s important that people deal with the illness first, not finances,” said randazzo. Without hesitation, randazzo created an avenue that would help others in need by creating the Dean randazzo c ancer Foundation (D rcF) in 2001.

For over 20 years, he has continued to host events and raise money for families facing cancer. This year has been particularly difficult for randazzo, as he has faced eight hospital stays and major surgery. With the community changemaker in need of rest and recovery, the community jumped in to help. a GoFundMe account in support of randazzo raised over $50,000 in a short period of time.

It is said that “The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed; those who help others are helped.”

Proverbs 11:25

That has certainly been the case for randazzo, with an outpouring of love from his community, family, and friends.

Shore Local caught up with randazzo to get his response to this support and an update on how he is feeling.

Shore Local: h ow does it feel to see the huge response to the GoFundMe page along with the outpouring of love and support?

Randazzo: It’s been absolutely amazing to see the outpouring of love and support, concerns, words of encouragement, and prayers. Words can’t say how grateful and appreciative I am! Going through the treatments and being in and out of the hospital so much over the past year, things tend to get very lonely. So to see this overwhelming

outpouring of support has really filled my heart with so much love knowing there are so many people out there that truly care!

Shore Local: h ow are you feeling physically?

Randazzo: Not great. I've been anemic and lack energy. I’ve lost over 35 pounds, and I’m frail and weak. I haven’t really had a chance to recover as of yet. I got shingles right after getting out of the hospital for the last time, and it debilitated me for over three months. I’ve just recently been feeling a little bit more energetic, so I’m ready to start my physical therapy and the road to recovery.

Shore Local: What motivates you to continue fighting to recover?

Randazzo: My family, I’ve got my two boys, Dean Jr., and chayton, to be here for. I also feel like I’m carrying a flag for other people going through cancer. There are people out there that are inspired by me, and I can’t give up, or they might give up, and I won’t allow that!

Shore Local: Will the Dean randazzo cancer Foundation continue its mission?

Randazzo: absolutely, the DrcF is going strong. Look out for the Paddle for a c ause in June and our annual Surf for a cause in September.

Shore Local joins the community in wishing Dean Randazzo a speedy and full recovery.

Pictured left to right: Adam Walcoff (Vice-president of DRCF), MaryLou Randazzo. (Dean's mother), Dean Randazzo with his sons Dean Jr. and Chayton, Jon Baker (President of the DRCF)

Talking changing seasons…and climate

times before. Meteorology is an “inexact science.” So if forecasting the weather a few days out can be wrought with failure, it stands to reason that any time spent on a forecast a few decades (or more) out in time is an exercise in futility.

Weather

By Dan Skeldon

Was our practically snowless winter a sign of things to come? Will stronger and more frequent hurricanes be the trade-off? Will our seasons shift? Or have they already?

a ll good questions, and just a sampling of the climate change fueled conversations that meteorologists have engaged. Unfortunately, like so much else these days, climate change has sadly become a hot-button issue. and it really shouldn’t be, as it’s not political, it’s science. and the science is crystal clear. Our climate is changing, and here in South Jersey, especially on the barrier islands, we should be sensitive to what those changes could mean.

Let me start with this though, and it’s something I’ve said many

h owever, both meteorology and climatology continue to improve, often by leaps and bounds. and the undeniable trends of a warming climate can allow me to draw several “reasonable conclusions” as to how the climate along the barrier islands of South Jersey could change if these trends continue. So humor me as we look well beyond the typical seven-day forecast, if only for one column:

Will snow be more scarce in the winter?

The short answer is yes, but I think the last few winters give us a good idea of what the new reality could be. Two of the last four winters have been among the least snowy on record, with less than an inch in each case. and we may have more lean winters when it comes to snow. But tucked in between those two snow-less ones was the winter of 2021-22, with back-to-back blizzards leading to record January

snows. Our changing climate could make it feast or famine with respect to snow, with favorable winters providing multiple big snow chances, with the more frequent less favorable ones providing few if any opportunities. cold snaps could be intense, like our cold last christmas, but also short-lived.

Will our seasons shift, or have they already?

I’ve theorized for the better part of the last decade that our “shift” in seasons has already begun. Of course, we all know Mother Nature never has directly adhered to the calendar anyway, even before climate change. But winters seem a little shorter and delayed, which is then followed by a later spring and a quicker onset of summer. Summer-like temperatures have often been more intense, as most of the Top 10 hottest summers on record have occurred over the past few decades. Summer-like warmth often extends longer into the traditionally cooler times of late September and even October. So the cool and crisp weather we associate with fall has arrived later than usual, but the onset of cold and snow is also late, allowing for an extended fall. Then we rinse and repeat all over again.

Will the summers be hotter? And will droughts like last year be more common?

Yes, I think that all four seasons will be a little warmer than our averages over the last three or four decades, including summer. Now that doesn’t mean we’ll have Florida-like heat and humidity all summer-long. But heat waves can be a little more intense, and last a little longer.

Now a warming climate will likely be a stickier climate for us, so yes, more heat and more humidity. Of course, humidity is moisture in the air and often fuel for pop-up summertime thunderstorms. So hotter does not necessarily mean drier. In fact, droughts here in South Jersey, while not impossible, aren’t as common as floods. and high heat and high humidity air are more likely to produce the latter, so I’d speculate flash flooding would be more of a risk than extended droughts in a warming climate, at least for us locally.

What about tornadoes and hurricanes?

Thankfully, South Jersey will never be in the heart of tornado alley, or stick out like a sore thumb like Florida with respect to hurricanes. But our changing climate can make both tornadoes and hurricanes more impactful “IF” one ever finds

its way to our backyards. Warmer ocean water and higher sea levels can lead to stronger hurricanes and higher storm surge, again only IF a hurricane takes the perfect track up the East coast. climate change doesn’t necessarily increase our chances of a hurricane, but can lead to a more impactful storm if one were to strike. Similarly, strong tornadoes are very rare along the New Jersey shore. however, eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey have seen an uptick in the intensity of tornadoes in recent years.

Tidal Flooding: Get used to more of it!

Flooded streets, whether during a nor’easter or a full or new moon, is a way of life and a regular inconvenience for barrier island residents, and has gone on since the islands were first settled. But as sea levels slowly rise and coastal areas continue to develop, the frequency of tidal flooding will likewise continue to rise, mostly minor to moderate flooding episodes. Major flooding may not be any more of a regular occurrence, and will as always be a product of nor’easters and tropical systems when they decide to strike.

Final thoughts:

So there are those who 100 percent deny climate change altogether. and there are those who blame 100 percent of all weather events on climate change. Let’s disregard the extremes, as the reality, as usual, lies in the middle. Our climate is changing, and our expectations should change along with it.

Yes, we can still expect South Jersey to be a wonderful place to live, complete with four distinct seasons. They may shift a little compared to lifelong expectations, both in timing and intensity. Winters can still be bad, but bad ones may be more rare. and summers will be hotter, but our lakes and rivers aren’t going to dry up. and no matter what the climate brings, we’ll still always spend most of our time forecasting the weather, one seven-day forecast at a time.

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.

Van Drew hearing pushes back against offshore wind

Van Drew said.

By James FitzPatrick Contributing Writer

Offshore wind came under congressional scrutiny March 16 when rep. Jeff Van Drew hosted a field hearing in front of an overflow crowd at the Wildwood convention center.

Four republican members of the house of representatives heard from six experts, all of whom were critical of the offshore wind farms being developed in three lease areas off the New Jersey coast by the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) and the administration of Gov. Phil Murphy.

The hearing was an effort to “develop a legislative solution for the disruptive effect of offshore wind,”

Marine mammal deaths continue to be the catalyst for offshore wind opposition. Since early December, nine whales have been found dead or dying on New Jersey beaches. Other cetaceans, including porpoises and dolphins, have also been washing ashore at an alarming rate. counting eight dolphins that stranded on the Sea Isle city beach March 21, that number has reached a combined 23 dead porpoises and dolphins since December according to the Marine Mammal Stranding center.

although no official cause of death for the whales has been announced, concerns have been growing that they are connected to sonar mapping of the ocean floor being done in preparation for the construction of the Ocean Wind 1, Ocean Wind 2, and atlantic Shores offshore wind projects.

Testimony by panelists depicted offshore wind as a threat to more than sea mammals. Tourism, commercial fishing, maritime safety and household budgets are all at risk, according to critics.

“If offshore wind industrialization moves forward, it will be the most profound transformation of the atlantic coast in the history of the United States of america,” said Van Drew, who has introduced a resolution in the house of representatives calling for a moratorium on offshore wind until answers to the whale death mystery can be found.

rep. chris Smith, from New Jersey's 4th District (Monmouth and Ocean counties), has introduced a bill in the house seeking an investigation into the environmental approval process for offshore wind projects.

“Like the canary in the coal mine, the recent spate of tragic whale deaths has brought new light and increased scrutiny to the fast tracking of thousands of wind turbines off our coast,” Smith said. h e called the wind farm approval process “shotty at best.”

cindy Zipf, executive director of clean Ocean action, agreed that something isn’t right.

“This is too much too fast and in a word simply reckless,” Zipf said. “Marine life is being placed at grave risk without scientific due diligence monitoring and protection to ensure the ocean survives this massive industrialization.”

Despite the magnitude of New Jersey’s offshore wind program, the public, especially those from communities most directly affected, feel like they have no say according to Van Drew, who chaired the meeting.

“From communities to stakeholders, it is hard to find a group that feels as though their thoughts and suggestions have been properly examined and/or addressed by ocean wind companies,” the congressman said.

Van Drew said Orsted, the Danish company which is building Ocean Wind 1 and Ocean Wind 2, was given the opportunity to appear at the hearing, but declined, instead submitting a letter that alludes to what they have already put into the public record.

Between Orsted, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, and the Board of Public Utilities, there have been numerous meetings and hearings, virtual and in person, on the offshore wind projects.

Van Drew is not impressed.

“Orsted believes that their current so-called public process has provided a comprehensive record of these projects,” he said, calling the notion “a joke.”

he said taking a stand on offshore wind is not a question of politics.

“all sides have felt some level of unease over these projects,” he said. “It is time we examine the process to guarantee maximum transparency, and fairness when it comes to the implementation of offshore wind and energy.”

Smith said the whale deaths are a warning that something bad is going on. h e said there are “numerous, serious questions concerning the extraordinarily harmful environmental impact on marine life and the ecosystems.”

citing issues of transparency, accountability and potential harm to the coastal environment, the remaining congressmen indicated their concerns.

rep. andy harris, who represents a coastal district in Maryland, said he’s been involved in offshore wind for six years and has been frustrated by the lack of answers available from federal authorities.

Rep. Jeff Van Drew chairs the March 16 hearing on offshore Wind at the Wildwood Convention Center. Photo courtesy of YouTube

“Several years ago I tried to get NOaa (National Oceanic and atmospheric administration) to investigate the effects of offshore wind energy on fisheries and marine mammals,” harris said. “We could have done this years ago, but apparently the federal government didn't want to do it. The fix was in.”

Federal regulatory agencies have an agenda when it comes to offshore wind, he sad.

harris, who is a surgeon, was especially concerned about the impact of electromagnetic fields on horseshoe crabs. h e noted that horseshoe crabs produce limulus amebocyte lysate (L aL), which is a vital product in safe medical practice.

rep. Scott Perry from Pennsylvania’s 10th District in south central Pennsylvania, noted that the whale death mystery is getting attention beyond coastal communities.

“The rest of the country is watching; the rest of the world is watching,” Perry said. “There's a reason these things are happening.”

Zipf, of clean Ocean action, outlined the vast scale of offshore wind projects in the pipeline. according to the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), offshore wind power operations will cover up to 2.4 million acres of seafloor with 3,400 turbines requiring 10,000 miles of cable with an additional 5.7 million acres under further consideration by 2030.

according to Zipf, the NMFS has acknowledged that offshore wind poses numerous threats to marine life. Quoting NMFS, she said, offshore wind can “increase ocean noise which can affect behavior of fish, whales and other species; introduce electromagnetic fields that can impact marine life navigation, predator detection, communication and the ability for fish and shellfish to find mates, and change existing habitats by altering local or regional hydrodynamics,” among other things.

She noted an increased risk of vessel strikes, one of the factors often cited in the whale deaths.

“Naturally the National Marine Fisheries Service knows offshore wind is harmful,” she said.

Bob Stern, president of the advocacy group, Save LBI, spoke about noise and the impact on whales and people.

Stern, who has experience overseeing environmental reviews for the Department of Energy, said the disruption in behavior caused by sonic surveying of the ocean floor puts whales in danger.

Whales rely on sound for everything from navigation and communication, to sensing danger (such as ships) and finding food, so disturbing the sound environment is a potential

problem. a s whales surface to avoid noise, they increase the likelihood of vessel strikes, he said.

Next there will be construction, which includes pile driving over a period of several years to install 50 foot diameter poles.

Once the turbines are in operation, which will be as close as 9 miles off of Long Beach Island, the noise continues as each unit is expected to emit, based on information from the manufacturer Vestas, up to 118 decibels.

h e’s concerned that the continuous noise up to 93 miles out could disrupt the migration of the endangered North atlantic right whale whose migration route has never been known to be closer than 86 miles out.

“You’ve got a whale trying to migrate and encountering this essential wall of noise and obviously it's putting its migration in jeopardy,” he said.

Van Drew noted that a May 2022 letter obtained through the Freedom of Information act from NOaa to BOEM warns the wind farms could disturb the migration of the endangered North atlantic right whale. To date he has seen no official response.

Save LBI hired a private firm to do acoustic studies which concluded that noise will be noticeable on shore, said Stern, noting that sound travels well over open water.

“You’re looking at basically the destruction of the shore experience,” he said.

Michael Donohue, former Superior court judge and special counsel for cape county on offshore wind issues, said Orsted acknowledges that Jersey Shore tourism will take a serious hit from offshore wind.

“Information related to Ocean Wind 1 and published on their website indicates that only 85 percent of visitors to the Jersey Shore will return after windmills are installed 15 miles offshore,” Donohue said.

“cape May county has a $7 billion tourism economy,” he said. “a diminution of 15 percent of tourism, natural and historic resources visitors, according to the cape May county Department of Tourism, will result in a $993 million decrease in annual total visitor spending in c ape May county.”

h e pointed out that a June 2021 amendment to the New Jersey Offshore Wind Economic Development act that was quickly approved by the Legislature in 10 days, stripped away local authority when it comes to offshore wind projects.

“any municipality or county in the state of New Jersey that refuses to acquiesce to the demands of a qual -

↘Continued on 12

ified offshore wind project is subject to having their authority as elected officials transferred to the unelected New Jersey Board of Public Utilities,” he said. “Local and county elected officials are pushed aside.”

Daniel LaVecchia, president of LaMonica Fine Foods which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, said the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management ignored the concerns of commercial clammers despite being fully aware of what was needed for offshore wind and clamming to co-exist.

Meetings were held with the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, state agencies and the wind development companies, yet concerns were not taken into account when wind farms were being drawn up, LaVecchia said.

“The clam industry consistently stressed that clam vessels operating mobile, bottom dredges would require a minimum distance between the vertical structures in an array of 2 nautical miles between turbines, placed in straight rows and columns and positioned in line with offshore currents,” LaVecchia said.

Instead the design calls for wind turbines that are 1 nautical mile apart or less.

“When BOEM leased these areas

there was no consideration for the commercial fishing industry and our communities that have fished and prospered it in these areas for decades,” he said.

BOEM also failed to account for transit lanes, according to LaVecchia.

“The absence of transit lanes will result in increased fishing and travel times as well as much greater use and cost of fuel.”

LaVecchia said less product will be landed at the docks resulting in less income for fishermen, less productivity at the plants and possibly the loss of commercial clamming off of New Jersey.

Meghan Lapp, fisheries liaison for rhode Island-based Seafreeze Shoreside Inc., said the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management is more interested in promoting wind energy development than protecting fisheries and mariners.

The nation’s first atlantic Ocean wind farm, built by Orsted less than 4 miles off of Block Island, r .I., began operations in late 2016 with five turbines and 30 megawatts of capacity.

according to Lapp, BOEM has leased 28 locations so far with plans for many more.

Lapp said she has been working with BOEM since 2016 to get the agency to address fishing concerns. But instead wind farm lease areas

have been located in important fishing and transit routes. She said BOEM documents acknowledge that some fishing grounds will be abandoned due to navigational issues.

Lapp said there has been a dearth of research and analysis and communication on what impact having hundreds of wind turbines spaced a mile apart will have on vessel navigation and radar, especially in bad weather and coast Guard search and rescue operations.

“The fact is that search and rescue, a core mission of the United States coast Guard, will be compromised without any analysis on what this will mean for U.S. mariners,” she said. “BOEM’s response has been to approve projects anyway leaving analysis and solutions to developers after construction, despite a legislative mandate to provide for safety.

“The reality is that nobody in the U.S. Government is at the helm, or actually critically regulating any of this activity,” she said. “There is no independent analysis occurring. There is no oversight in what appears to be a textbook definition of regulatory capture.

“In reality and in practice the offshore wind developers are at the helm.”

David Stevenson, director of the center for Energy competitiveness for the caesar rodney Institute, said offshore wind is going to jack up electric bills for New Jersey residents.

The three projects now in the pipeline will add about $100 more in electricity costs per year for average New Jersey households, according to data from the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, Stevenson said.

“If you add that up over 20 years, which is the project life, you're talking about a $2,000 commitment from every household,” he said. The additional cost comes to $6,000 if the state’s total offshore wind energy plan is built out, and that does not account for eventual decommissioning costs.

h e also predicted that the cost

paid for the electricity to the wind generating companies will rise as new price contracts are negotiated.

“It is likely that 97 percent of the approved project capacity on the entire East coast is priced too low to attract financing to get these things built, and a number of the developers are already asking for more money from the utility commissions and state governments up and down the coast,” he said.

Stevenson believes that if the goal is green energy and reduced greenhouse gas emissions, we should start over with other technologies such as solar, carbon capture and small scale nuclear, which is being developed now by a company in camden.

“Ocean wind is the most expensive choice to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the electric grid,” he said, calling offshore wind “an environmental, wrecking ball.”

“Do New Jersey families really want to pay $2,000 or $6,000 to subsidize offshore wind that will spoil the beautiful Jersey Shore and the environment when better solutions exist?

rep. Smith said the work is being rushed so companies can qualify for federal tax incentives. h e said offshore wind companies get a 30 percent tax credit for projects that begin construction by Jan. 1, 2026.

“So they're saying the heck with all the environmental reviews, we want to get that money, we want to build these things and we want to do it now,” he said.

Smith said his legislation will call on the Government accountability Office to examine how the environmental reviews are done.

Copyeditor and Contributing Writer James FitzPatrick has been a community journalist in Atlantic and Cape May counties for more than 30 years, including 20 years as editor of The Current Newspapers. He lives in Hammonton.

A panel of six experts gives sworn testimony on what they see as numerous harmful consequences of the current offshore wind program. Photo credit YouTube

Closed Easter Sunday

Events and Happenings

Multi-Day Events

'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying' performance

▶Thursday, March 30th – Sunday, april 2nd

Ocean city high School – hughes

Performing art center 501 atlantic ave.

Show times are through Saturday at 6:30pm with a Saturday matinee at 1:30pm. Buy tickets online at bit. ly/3 h7Wtuf.

AmeriHealth New Jersey April

Fools Half Marathon & 8K

▶Saturday, april 1st & Sunday,

april 2nd at 8am

atlantic city Boardwalk at resorts

1133 Boardwalk

The h alf Marathon will start at 8am on Sunday and run along the Boardwalk and Downbeach, with the 8K race being held Saturday at 8am. For more information, visit acraceseries.com.

Fascinating Females of Atlantic County

▶Thursday – Saturday from 10am-3pm atlantic county historical Society

907 Shore rd. Somers Point

a 200 year old tool chest and tools

Wednesday

that belonged to Lucy, the last freed slave in atlantic county, is on loan from the african american h istory Museum of Southern New Jersey. This free exhibit will continue through the month of april.

Saturday, April 1st

The Great Egg Hunt

▶Saturday, april 1st & april 8th from 1-3pm

Ocean city Boardwalk 6th-14th Streets

Ocean c ity’s Great Egg h unt will be held this weekend along the boardwalk; stop by participating stores, until supplies last. rain date: april 2nd. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Somers Point Easter Egg Hunt

▶10am

JFK Park 24 Broadway

The city of Somers Point will host an Easter Egg hunt at 10am on Saturday, with free face painting from 9:30-11am. There will be candy and prized filled eggs. The hunt is open to kids up to age 10. Bring your own bag for the hunt; the first 250 people will receive a free bag. For more information, please contact Doug Shallcross at 609-833-5428 or dshallcross@ spgov.org. rain date: Sunday, april 2. Upper Township Easter Egg Hunt

▶10am

a manda’s Field 1091 route 50, Petersburg

The a nnual Easter Egg h unts start at 10:30am for ages Infant-3, followed by ages 4-5 at 11:00am, ages 6-8 at 11:30, and ages 9-up at 12:00pm. There will be over 15,000 eggs, plus the Easter Bunny will be in attendance, face painting and photo opportunities. Fun for all ages. For more information, please contact Upper Twp. Sports and recreation Leader at 609-628-2011 ext. 248.

ACAA Easter Egg Hunt and Paint

▶10am-12pm

h eritage Park

come join the absecon cultural arts alliance (acaa) at this h opping good time. The Egg h unt starts promptly at 10:15 at h eritage Park. Bring your children and your own baskets for a morning of fun and art. For more information, visit www. abseconarts.com.

Cape May County Easter EggstravaganZoo

▶10am-2pm

c ape May county Park and Zoo 707 route 9 N. c ape May court house

Presented by the c ape May county Board of commissioners, the annual event will feature the Easter Bunny, educational displays, live entertainment, scavenger hunt, crafts, and live animal encounters. The event will kick off with an Easter Egg h unt in the park at 10am sharp.

Mays Landing-EHC Rotary Egg Hunt

▶11am

Peace Pilgrim Park, Egg h arbor city children from toddlers to age 12 are invited to hunt for candy filled eggs. Extra prize baskets for special eggs. Meet the Easter Bunny. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/mlehc.

Brigantine Easter Parade & Spring Festival

▶12pm

26th Street Baseball Field

Join the Brigantine c hamber of commerce on april 1st for their a nnual Easter Parade followed by a Family Fun Spring Festival, Food, Drinks, Games, Shopping, and more. For more information, visit brigantinechamber.com.

Dan Tyminski Band

▶7:30pm

Stockton Performing arts center

101 Vera King Farris Dr. Galloway

Throughout his 30+ year career, Dan Tyminski has left his mark in every corner of modern music. Tickets and additional information are available at stockton.edu/pac.

Vietnam Veterans Day Pancake

Breakfast

▶8-11am

atlantic county 4- h Fairgrounds

3120 route 50, Mays Landing hosted by the atlantic county 4- h

Mechanized Bacon STEM club & 4- h Youth council. all Veterans are free, $10 per person for all non-veterans. Proceeds benefit Last Salute, a dedicated group of all volunteer military veterans committed to providing our fallen brothers and sisters with dignified and appropriate final honors. For more information email ac4hfairgrounds@gmail.com

Sunday, April 2nd

Celebration of Lambs and Wool

Fiber Art Event

▶10am-4pm

Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy 100

Dennisville-Petersburg rd. Petersburg

come join Misty Meadow in a celebration of Lambs. This event will include a nice selection of vendors, food, drinks, beer, live music, pony rides, along with lamb camps, lamb selfies and hayrides to the Easter egg field. a s always there will be picnic tables, a playground and petting zoo. For more information, visit mistymeadowsheepdairy.com.

Tuesday, April 4th

DIY Container Garden: Spring

Bulbs & Flowers

▶10:30am

Spring is in the air. Join Village community Specialist Tina Serota on Zoom from her front porch for a demonstration on planning, creating, and maintaining bulb/flower container garden. Get your porch, balcony, or deck ready to look vibrant for the season. rSVP by March 31st by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.

Bubbles for Autism Awareness Day

▶3:30-4:30pm

Inland Family Success center 3050

Spruce ave. EhT

Blow bubbles with Inland FS c to celebrate differences for autism awareness Month. Pre-register by emailing inlandfsc@gmail.com or call 609-569-0376 for more information.

Green Thumb Garden Club

▶7pm

Somers Point Senior center 22-98

S. ambler rd. Somers Point Spring into gardening with the Green Thumb Garden club members this Tuesday. Be inspired by our acUa

representative as they explain how easy it is to incorporate composting and recycling into your home gardens. all are welcome to attend. For more information contact heidi at (609) 7039170. Guest donations are welcome.

Wednesday, April 5th

Positivity Project: Morning

Refresh

▶10:30am

Start your day in an upbeat way. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, and resiliency. rSVP by april 3rd by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@ jfsatlantic.org.

Thursday, April 6th

How to Create a Butterfly Garden

▶7pm

Ocean city Free Public Library 1735 Simpson ave.

The Ocean c ity Environmental commission invites the public to attend a 90-minute program on how, by using an environmentally friendly holistic approach called the “Web of Life”, you can create and maintain your very own “Butterfly Garden of Eden.” The free program will be held at 7-8:30pm at the chris Maloney Lecture hall within the Ocean city Free Public Library. For more information, visit www.ocnj.us.

↘Continued on 16

Saturday, April 8th

Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

▶11am-12:30pm

Steel Pier 1000 Boardwalk, atlantic city

h ead to Steel Pier on the atlantic city Boardwalk for a Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny. Kids 12 and under receive a ride wristband with breakfast. Tickets are available online at steelpier.com. The pier will be open weekends starting april 8th and into spring break with hours from 1pm to 7pm daily april 10-14.

Sunday, April 9th

Easter Sunrise Service in Ocean City

▶6:30am

Ocean city Music Pier 825 Boardwalk

Join Ocean city for a traditional non-denominational service by the sea. a ll are welcome. Livestream available at octabernacle.org/stream. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Dueling Pianos

▶12pm

Ocean city Music Pier 825 Boardwalk

The Philly Keys will perform their hit dueling pianos show in front of the Music Pier starting at Noon. Free

fun for the entire family. The Philly Keys will take a break for the city’s annual Easter Fashion Promenade at 1pm. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Easter Fashion Stroll

▶1pm

Ocean city Music Pier 825 Boardwalk

Ocean city is hosting their annual Easter Fashion Stroll in front of the Music Pier. come dressed in your Easter’s best and meet the Easter Bunny. Judging begins at 1pm. Prizes awarded for Best Dressed children, Teen, adults and Families. For more information, visit oceancityvacation. com.

Steel Pier Best Dressed Contest

▶1:30-3:30pm

1000 Boardwalk, atlantic city come dressed in your best to the Steel Pier’s Best Dressed contest. registrants must arrive by 1pm at the Waterside Pavilion. For more information, visit steelpier.com.

Health

and Wellness

Bullying Prevention with Atlantic Prevention Resources

▶Monday, april 3rd from 5-6pm Inland Family Success center

3050 Spruce ave. EhT

The first step to taking a stand against bullying is learning the signs. For this event, atlantic Prevention

resources will provide you with the information you need to end this cycle. Pre-register by emailing inlandfsc@gmail.com or call 609-5690376 for more information.

Dementia Support Group

▶Wednesday, april 5th 2pm

Earth a ngels for Dementia 115 route 50, Mays Landing

h eld on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month. c all Diane conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.

NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups

▶Monday, april 10th at 7pm St. Joseph’s catholic church 606 Shore rd. Somers Point NaMI connection is a recovery support group for adults with a mental health condition. Participants gain the support of their peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. www.namiacm.org, or call 609-741-5125.

Mental Health Support and Discussion Groups

Online groups are offered daily for a variety of topics, including women, men, LGBTQIa+, individuals aged 18-30. Boomers, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, and many others. Groups are also provided to individuals with a family member who lives with a mental health challenge.

To receive a full list and to register, call 609-652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.

Recovery Groups

More than a dozen groups for individuals living with substance use disorder are offered online. Topics range from mental health/wellness to employment, faith, and more. Groups are provided 7 days a week. Interested participants can register for groups through unitedbywellness@ mhanj.org or by calling the Mental health a ssociation in atlantic county at 609-652-3800.

Wellness Groups

a wide variety of online groups are offered to enhance wellness and introduce interested participants to ways they can improve their dayto-day mental health. These daily groups include meditation, art, music, journaling, eating healthy, exercise, spirituality, adult coloring, gratitude, and more. Provided by United By Wellness/Mental h ealth a ssociation in atlantic county. To register and receive links by email, call 609-6523800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj. org.

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

Discover Ocean Outdoor Teak and Poly Outlet

Expanded selection of furniture as spring season approaches

As the cool, salty air warms up along the coast, many shore homeowners and businesses are thinking of updating their outdoor spaces. When it comes to bringing the indoor comforts of home outside, Ocean Outdoor Teak and Poly Outlet is ready to help get the look you want with quality furniture that lasts.

Like many businesses, furniture retailers have faced a shortage of incoming inventory, leaving families and businesses without quality products to make their space look the best. Retailers across the country say that shipment issues are the primary cause of the shortage. Because most patio furniture makers work ou tside the United States, tariffs and taxes along with other international issues have been on the rise. This creates is creating big problems for homeowners and businesses alike. Fortunately, local buyers need not to worry since this is n’t a problem for Ocean Outdoor Teak and Poly Outlet. They have new shipments coming in every week. Truckloads of beautiful, modern furniture are available for customers

PRE-SEASON SALE

quickly overtaking the outdoor market. Poly lumber is built mostly from recycled products and holds its color well. Combine its color retention with stainless steel hardware, a variety of color combinations and styles, and you may find that poly is the best choice for beach homes, vacation resorts or country living. It is extremely durable and resistant to nearly anything Mother Nature throws its way. Poly plastic furniture can be

to be cleaned with some good, old-fashioned soap and water.

Tables, chairs, deep seating sets and pub sets are ready to go to their new home today. Poly pub sets are popular at the shore. Two seat pub sets start at $950 and our fourseat pub sets with a pub table start at $1,400. Pub and bar sets are great because they allow couples and families to see over deck railings so their view is not obsured. These sets have the potential to make Ocean City, Sea Isle, and Margate customers very happy. The popular folding Adirondack Chairs start at $299. They are perfect for fire pits on cool autumn evenings. The Adirondack chairs sit low to the ground and offer a casual, relaxed feel. Alice reports they are selling very well to campers that seek comfort outdoors.

Landing, Beach Creek Oyster Bar to name of few. Our company has been in the New Jersey shore area for nearly 20 years. Our past stores in Cape May and Somers Point have been combined with one convenient store right in the middle, in Dennis Township. We offer white glove service from LBI to Cape May, Annapolis, Washington DC, and Ocean City Maryland.”

Call (609) 2871767 or check out www.TeakNearMe. com. For up-to-date information, check out their Facebook page, Teak Outlet - Ocean Outdoor Patio. Hurry and get beautiful new outdoor furniture so you can enjoy it now and for years to come.

to browse and purchase. “Because the outdoor season is relatively short here in New Jersey, it is important for us to stock enough furniture for our local customers to have immediately,” says store owner Alice DiGiovanni. “We are ready now, with a full selection of colors and designs of both Poly and Teak furniture.”

Teak has always been the gold standard in outdoor tables and chairs but its new rival, Poly lumber furniture is

left outside in the summer and winter without any adverse effects. The plastic is resistant to sun, rain, sleet, snow, wind, saltwater, chlorine and mildew. You can’t say that about furniture made from wood or metal.

Poly furniture is low maintenance and easy to care for; it requires no special coatings, sanding or staining. It does not require hazardous chemical treatments to maintain its durability. Poly only needs

After 15 years in Somers Point, The Teak and Poly Outlet moved to Cape May County. They are located on Route 9 in Ocean View/ Clermont Cape May County. It's a beautiful area two miles south of exit 17 on the Garden State Parkway (Sea Isle exit). “We have a much larger store here and a lot of room to expand, with large outdoor displays, and a large workshop to finish and refinish our teak furniture.” says Alice’s daughter, Allison. “Over the years you may have seen our furniture at the Ocean City Yacht Club, Cape May-Lewes Ferry, Hyatt Penns

SAVE HUNDREDS

You can help make Somers Point Beach Concert Series the Best in the United States

USa Today has nominated the Somers Point Beach concert Series as one of the best outdoor concert series in the United States.

Everyone is invited to show their hometown pride by voting every day now through april 17 to have it be recognized as the very best. all you need

from Broadway’s “Beatlemania,” Gary US Bonds, Stanley Jordan, two-time Grammy award winner Terrance Simien, and 2022 B.B. King Entertainer of the Year Tommy castro will be joined by the very best and most popular New Jersey and Northeastern regional performers in a summer series that continues to earn its reputation as the best.

to do is click here https://www.10best. com/awards/travel/best-outdoor-concert-series-2023/

Details about 12 of this summer’s 14 shows on the Somers Point Beach have been released. You can see info and follow at www.tonymart.com, the Somers Point Facebook page, Tony Mart Facebook page, and on Instagram @tonymartpresents.

The greatest performers and recording artists in the world including curtis Salgado, Martin Barre presenting Jethro Tull, Michael “Tunes” a ntunes from “Eddie and the cruisers,” Glen Burtnik

a new date has just been released: Mardi Gras Party July 7 on the beach with “The Satchmo of the Ghetto,” James andrews, big brother and mentor to “Trombone Shorty” and frequent performer on h BO’s “Treme” TV series, performing famous New Orleans music from Louis a rmstrong to the Neville Brothers.

Get ready for an incredible 30th anniversary season on the Somers Point Beach.

While you’re at it, vote early and vote often every day through april 17. Make us number one!

Elisa

Ocean City's First Lifeguard

A Look Back at Ocean City

By Fred Miller

The Ocean city Beach Patrol will be celebrating their 125th anniversary the sumer. Let's look back at Ocean city's life-saving pioneer.

Joseph P. Krauss was Ocean city’s first lifeguard and an early leader in water safety. h e began his lifesaving career in 1893 patrolling the beach between 8th and 11th streets. Bathers in the 1890s were used to seeing him rowing between Brower’s Bathhouse and the Excursion h ouse helping swimmers get back to shallow water.

Until 1898, Krauss’ only financial reward for his lifesaving work came from donations and end-of-the-summer benefits held by the hotels.

During the summer of 1898 the need for professional bather pro -

tection became apparent, and city council appointed three men to patrol the surf. The men hired were Krauss, George W. Lee and William Scull. They were on duty everyday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and were paid $40 a month.

council named Krauss captain of the lifeguards, a position he held until 1910. During that period, the patrol grew as the town grew, and the Ocean city lifeguards’ good reputation also grew.

In 1901, Krauss designed a lifesaving buoy and reported, “With our buoy the victim has three chances to be rescued. h e can throw his arm over it, take hold of one of the loops around it, or grab the line attached to it, and six people can be brought in with one of them.”

In 1906, Krauss put up a large tent on the 10th Street beach which was used as the lifeguard headquarters, and to treat bathers with beach related injuries.

The professional bather protection contributed to the popularity of Ocean city. a 1906 publicity booklet bragged about the city’s safe bathing beach reporting, “Efficient beach guards are always on hand to aid any who may need help.”

In 1910, Mayor Lewis cresse made Krauss superintendent of lifeboats, and alfred r . Smith captain of the lifeguards. The two men guided the lifeguards until 1920 when Smith

resigned. Mayor Joseph G. champion appointed Jack G. Jernee captain. Krauss remained on the patrol until his death on February 10, 1924. h e was 79 years old.

Funeral services were held at the Prescott cadman Funeral Parlor. captain Jernee decorated the parlor with flowers, rescue buoys, oars, and lifeguard pictures.

r ev. John B. h andley, pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal church, conducted the funeral service. The pallbearers were Jack G. Jernee, alfred r . Smith and Fred h edelt, representing the Ocean city Beach Patrol, and ross collins, Michael Pileggi and Joseph Gifford, representing the Patriotic Order Sons of america.

Lifeguard h edelt, driving a city vehicle pulling a lifeboat, lead the funeral procession to Port Elizabeth where the burial took place.

Krauss has been inducted into the Ocean city Beach Patrol hall of Fame, and a plaque with his likeness is on display in the lifeguard museum.

Ocean City Environmental Commission to offer free program on creating butterfly gardens

Butterfly gardens are a beautiful and vibrant addition to your outdoor space that contribute to the conservation of these beautiful creatures as well as other pollinating species such as bees and other insects.

The Ocean city Environmental commission invites you to attend a 90-minute program on how – by using an environmentally friendly holistic approach called the “Web of Life” – you can create and maintain your very own "Butterfly Garden of

Eden." The free program will be offered from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, april 6 at the chris Maloney Lecture hall within the Ocean city Free Public Library at 1735 Simpson avenue.

The approach takes into account the entire scope of what it takes to “make a butterfly.” Speakers will share how they used the "Web of Life" approach to plant and maintain their very own butterfly garden that supports the entire biome of butterflies. This approach recognizes that, in addition to planting beautiful flowering varieties native to the Jersey Shore that attract butterflies for nectar, you also need to support the development of

healthy caterpillars from which those butterflies emerge. The approach also emphasizes the need to protect those caterpillars and butterflies by avoiding the use of pesticides.

Your presenters will guide you through aspects you might consider, including recommending resources to help you decide what to plant and how to care for those plants.

Presenters will be Bob and carol Marceluk.

You may also join the program via Zoom and register in advance to receive login links: https://us02web. zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gh01ll9QDe_GTJTPI_41g.

Great Egg Hunt and Easter Bunny Return to Ocean City

Ocean city’s spring calendar continues with events that showcase the boardwalk and downtown districts.

The first of two Great Egg hunts will return to the Boardwalk on Saturday, april 1. Participating merchants will invite children up to age 7 to visit stores with their families to collect eggs filled with fun toys and candy. The free event will run from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. or while supplies last. Flyers will direct families to participating stores to collect eggs trick-or-treatstyle. rain date is april 2. a second Great Egg hunt is scheduled for 1 p.m.

Monday, august 7. al Stewart will be special guest for the show. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Thursday (March 30).

McLean will be on his 50th anniversary “american Pie” Tour, and Stewart will open the show with his band, The Empty Pockets.

The show is presented by the city of Ocean city and the series is co-produced by B r E Presents and rose Productions. For tickets, visit ticketmaster.com starting at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 30. a limited number of tickets also will be available at the city hall Welcome center (8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday)

a pril 9 – Easter Fashion Stroll: come dressed in your Easter best for the Fashion Stroll and meet the Easter Bunny at the Ocean city Music Pier. Judging begins at 1 p.m. Prizes awarded for Best Dressed children, Teen, adults and Family.

april 15 – Doo Dah Parade: Welcome spring with this comedy parade, complete with more than 300 basset hounds. Phillies great Mickey Morandini will be this year’s grand marshal and will be available for autographs

and photographs after the parade. The parade starts at noon on a sbury avenue at Sixth Street. The route travels a sbury avenue to 12th Street, then turns up to the Boardwalk and finishes at Sixth Street. Dietz & Watson returns as the event sponsor.

a pril 29 – Sports Memorabilia Show: Vendors with merchandise and items representing a variety of sports and teams will be for sale at the show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ocean city Music Pier.

to 3 p.m. april 8 with a rain date of april 9. More information is available on Facebook (@ocnjboardwalk) or Instagram (@oc_njboardwalk).

The Easter Bunny will be in town to visit with children 9 a.m. to noon on april 1, 2 and 8 at Mark Soifer Park at

and the Music Pier Box Office (9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays).

aLSO cOMING UP IN aPrIL

a pril 8 – The Great Egg h unt: The second of two Great Egg hunts will take place on the boardwalk. Participating merchants will invite children up to age 7 to visit stores with their families to collect eggs filled with treats and surprises. The event will run from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. or while supplies last. Flyers will direct families to participating stores. rain date is april 9.

the corner of Ninth Street and a sbury avenue. The event gives families a chance to take advantage of all that Ocean city’s downtown shopping and dining districts have to offer.

Ocean city announced Monday that Don McLean will be part of the 2023 Summer concert Series at the Ocean city Music Pier with a show at 7 p.m.

april 9 – Easter Sunrise Service: a traditional non-denominational service by the sea. all are welcome.

6:30 a.m. at the Music Pier.

april 9 – Dueling Pianos Show: The Philly Keys will be performing their hit dueling pianos show starting at noon in front of the Ocean city Music Pier. Free fun for the entire family. The Philly Keys will take a break for the annual Easter Fashion Stroll.

Photo by Donald B Kravitz

Varsity Inn: An Ocean City tradition lives on

purchased the property and the Varsity Inn restaurant welcomed customers the following summer.

By Steffen Klenk

For over five decades, Varsity Inn has been serving residents and visitors of Ocean city. Step foot inside the building and you will find yourself immersed by an entire wall of pennants representing various colleges. One look at their menu and you can tell why customers keep coming back. here, you will not just find classic diner fare but a hardy selection of soups, sandwiches, and rotating specials that will leave your mouth watering.

The Varsity Inn was first built in 1905. It originally served as a Methodist retreat, one room schoolhouse, and a private residence. Following World War II, the building became known as the Florida Inn restaurant, and later became the White Whale coffee h ouse in the 1960s, described as a place for locals and visitors to “hang out.” In 1969, the Symonds Family

Over the years, things have stayed the same at Varsity Inn, with a few small changes along the way. Earlier this year, former owner Keith Symonds announced his retirement. Since then, a new family has purchased the landmark restaurant. chris and Marsha Mccarthy are the new owners of Varsity Inn and have arrived in Ocean city with their two kids, chris and Kyla. The family has previously vacationed in the resort town and are in the process of becoming full-time residents. “I was in college, visiting Ocean city, and the Varsity became a main fixture in my weekend breakfast routine,” Marsha says.

Over the years, the Varsity Inn has become noted for its Baked Jersey Tomato Soup. according to the owners, one of the most popular menu items is their signature dish: the red raider combo. It is described as a crock of their signature Tomato Soup, covered with croutons and cheese, and baked until golden brown, with a side of a

Grilled cheese Sandwich. This delectable duo makes for a scrumptious meal no matter the weather.

You will also find other delicious menu items, ranging from their cinnamon crunch French Toast, topped with a caramel drizzle, to cannoli filled pancakes, and their ultimate French dip. If you’re looking for classic restaurant fare, give the 8th Street cheeseburger a try, or if you’re in the mood for lite fare, you won’t go wrong with their caprese salad.

Whether you’re visiting for just one day, or a lifetime, it is the charm and experience of Varsity Inn that keeps loyal customers coming back. One of the most pivotal pieces of this iconic restaurant is its storied history, one that generations of families have come to enjoy. chris Mccarthy says that its tradition of serving a merican food and local flare will continue with very little change. “The Varsity is owned by the community; they’re the ones that have kept it going all this time.”

a s for the future, the Mcc arthy family has plans to be involved with many community events. This Spring,

you may find a pint of Baked Jersey Tomato Soup while strolling the Ocean city Farmers Market on Wednesdays, along with a presence at the Spring Block Party in early May. Their mission is to provide the best possible experience for their customers with the upmost hospitality. “Serving a good high-quality breakfast, and doing so in a friendly, warm, and welcoming way. That’s the tradition of the Varsity.”

Over the years, this iconic Ocean c ity landmark has served many generations of customers. While the building has required plenty of TLc and a facelift, Varsity Inn’s newly updated, clean, and bright dining space has become a welcome sight for customers who are looking to enjoy the same caring service and classic american fare they have come to know and love for many years.

Varsity Inn is located at 605 E. 8th Street in Ocean city. They are open seven days a week from 7am2pm, serving breakfast and lunch. Their number is 609-399-1500. You can view their entire menu online at varsityinnocnj.com, and be sure to follow them on social media at www. facebook.com/varsityinnocnj or on Instagram @varsity_ocnj for the most up-to-date information.

Steffen Klenk is a photographer and multimedia journalist who enjoys capturing the eclectic moments of shore life. You may contact Steffen at shorelocalsteffen@gmail.com.

Group photo of the Varsity staff. Photo submitted by Marsha McCarthy

New Ice cream shop has tails wagging

the human customers as they enter the shop, which is lined with treats, bones and other essentials, before dropping down to greet the always happy and excited tail-wagging faithful friend by their side.

By Tim Hawk

When Samantha clearfield was just a kid her parents would ask her what she wanted to do when she got older, and her answer was to live somewhere warm and scoop ice cream by the beach.

Fast forward years later, clearfield, now 31, is the owner of a business in a beach town that is warm, at least part of the year, and is scooping ice cream — not for the large Jersey Shore crowds but for our beloved four-legged friends.

It’s funny how childhood dreams can come true. a nd she wouldn’t change a thing.

“It’s wild to me that I get to do this,” she said on a busy Sunday afternoon at Salty Paws, a doggie ice cream bar and bakery in Ventnor city.

With a huge smile and a hearty welcome, clearfield is quick to greet

after a few sniffs — many treats are at nose level for the dogs — her customers eventually make their way over the the ice cream bar where an assortment of flavors and toppings makes deciding the hardest part of the visit.

For the regulars the decision is easy, they know exactly what their dog likes.

Lindsay Plesniarski, of Egg h arbor Township, visits the shop every

week to the delight of her 7-year-old husky Lulu.

“She loves it,” said Plesniarski.

“She gets all excited and sings on the way here. She knows she's going to get her ice cream.”

Lulu watched patiently as clearfield scooped the combination of cheese steak, beef stroganoff and bacon ice

cream into a bowl before chowing down on the treat next to Nova, clearfield’s 4-year-old pointer heeler mix and unofficial store manager.

clearfield took over Salty Paws from its former owner in January and put the blame on Nova, a rescue from Texas, who she said was the inspiration for her career change from a court reporter to the owner of a shop that is not even a year old.

↘Continued on 26

@

↘Continued from 24

“I opened this so we could be together everyday,” said clearfield.

Nova is a cOVID pup who came into her life in June of 2020, only four months after clearfield graduated from court reporting school and around the same time the pandemic shut everything down.

While living in Philadelphia she attended the grand opening of a Salty Paws in the city and found out it was a franchise when talking to the owner. clearfield applied the next day and asked for the shop in Ventnor but was told that the person who owned the Philly shop already bought into that location.

During the time clearfield worked from home the two developed an inseparable bond and when life began to get back to semi-normalcy, the thought of leaving Nova behind was too much.

“I developed anxiety leaving her,” she said.

after several failed attempts to find space near the city, clearfield was approached by the Ventnor owner to buy the shop which she opened in September of 2022.

“She reached out to me because we became close,” said clearfield. “I was living in Philly and I would take

Nova (to her shop) and she knew I was struggling finding a place in New hope or Doylestown.”

a deal was finalized and clearfield put all her savings into the shop, moved into her parents home in Longport and then opened in January knowing that life at the Shore in the winter months tends to be slow.

To her surprise the weekend crowds at the shop were better than she thought they would be and soon began to notice the great lengths that people will go to pamper their pets.

“I know people love their dogs but I don't think I realized how much people love their dogs until I opened this,” clearfield explained.

Salty Paws offers a variety of different treats to spoil any dog. The bakery section includes doggie donuts and cookies, with the squirrel cookie being one of the top sellers. a nother dog favorite is the happy birthday bone, said cleafield

The main attraction is the lactose free ice cream where 12 flavors are on the menu. Peanut butter, bacon bacon, cheddar cheese and pumpkin lead the way as the favorites. There are 10 toppings to choose from and include turkey, chicken and yogurt chips — a dog’s version of sprinkles

or jimmies — that complete the treat.

Enjoying a bowl of beef stroganoff ice cream topped with chicken was first time customer Maeve, a 9-month-old weiner and French bulldog mix who was accompanied by her humans Dave and Vanessa r yan, of Ocean city.

a s the couple looked around the shop, Maeve took a break for eating to play with Trent, a 5-year-old alaskan Malamute and Great Pyrenees mix, who was at least triple her size.

Playful greetings are welcomed at the shop and eating off the floor is acceptable if a scoop of ice cream happens to lose its way.

a s Dave watched Maeve continue her antics, he said he liked the variety of healthy treats and found the personal touch clearfield gives to the shop refreshing.

Special events such as a paint and sip, where dogs create their own art by licking treats off a canvas wrapped in plastic and a side of dog beer —

pork, chicken or beef broth — was sold out.

Birthday parties and most recently a photo session with the easter bunny have been popular. clearfield also plans on having a photo competition of customers' dogs eating ice cream and the photos will hang on the wall to give the shop some extra character.

“This job I have not woken up a single day dreading going to work,” she said.

a s the summer season grows near, which will be the first of the shop, clearfield said she would like to build more of a community for people and their dogs and have her shop the place to go after the humans get their cup of coffee in the morning or after the humans get their ice cream on those hot summer nights.

“Every customer comes in with a smile and they're spoiling their dog, nothing gets better than that.”

Tim Hawk has been a photojournalist for more than 30 years, covering South Jersey and the Jersey Shore. He is also an adjunct professor at Rowan University he teaches photojournalism.

Whitney's Weekend Picks

his most popular jams to the stage at Borgata’s Music Box.

Who: “a Bronx Tale”-a One Man Show Starring chazz Palminteri

Where: Ocean casino resort

When: Saturday, april 1

Time: 8 p.m.

Time: 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Website: www.rhythmandspirits. com/events

There are some really fun happenings this week so make sure to support your local venues and get your tickets in advance so you don’t miss out on any fun! Oh, and feel free to tag me in your photos and videos.

Who: Kenny Wayne Shepherd-25th anniversary of Trouble

Where: Borgata-The Music Box

When: Friday, March 31

Time: 9 p.m.

Website: www.borgata.mgmresorts.com

Kenny Wayne Shepherd has been nominated for five Grammy awards, had six singles in the Top10 and holds the record for the longest running album on the Billboard Blues charts with his song, “Trouble Is.” and with millions of albums sold, he will bring

Website: www.theoceanac.com/ entertainment academy award nominee chazz Palminteri will bring his original oneman show to the stage at Ovation hall. I’ve seen his performance and it gives great insight into his experience growing up in the Bronx.

Who: Lit in ac

Where: Boardwalk hall

When: Saturday, april 1

Time: 7 p.m.

Website: www.Boardwalkhall.com

This star-studded lineup of your favorite r&b, hip-hop and soul artists will have everyone jammin’. Get your tickets to see Ja rule, a shanti, Fat Joe, Foxy Bown, remy Ma, the Ying Yang Twins and more.

What: DJ Skyline Dance Party

Where: rhythm & Spirits

When: Saturday, april 1

DJ Skyline hosts a weekly dance party at rhythm & Spirits, and as they say it’s where a swanky cocktail club and atlantic city nights merge. h e’s one of the best DJs in the area and will have you jammin’ all night.

What: The atlantic city half Marathon and 8k

Where: atlantic city Boardwalk

When: Saturday, april 1 and Sunday, april 2

Time: Saturday 8 a.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.

Website: www.acraceseries.com

This is New Jersey’s oceanfront half marathon, and you can register to take part in 8 miles of boardwalk running. Earn medals and a technical shirt for all race distances.

What: Spring Parade and Festival and First Day of Brigantine Baseball

Where: 26th Street Baseball Field in Brigantine

When: Saturday, april 1

Time: 9 a.m.

Website: www.Brigantinechamber.com

head to Brigantine for their annual

Spring Parade followed by the Family Fun Spring Festival, which includes food, drinks, games, shopping and more. Plus, it’s also the opening day for the Brigantine Baseball and Softball a ssociation.

What: Easter EggstravaganZOO

Where: c ape May county Park and Zoo

When: Saturday, april 1

Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Website: www.capemaycountynj.gov/1553/Easter-EggstravagaZoo-2023

The Easter EggstravaganZoo takes place at the cape May county Park and Zoo in c ape May court h ouse from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and it’s

The City Pulse with Whitney Ullman

FrEE for all ages. There will be educational displays, a scavenger hunt, crafts and live animal encounters.

What: Kids c raft Series-Egg Decorating

Where: Tony’s Baltimore Grill

When: Sunday, april 2

Time: 10 a.m.

Website: www.facebook.com/ tonysbaltimoregrill

This fun egg decorating event for kids will feature an Easter Bunny appearance and six eggs per child. It’s for ages 3-12, one child per adult and they must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $25 per child and includes one kids meal.

Who: Buffet Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Where: Black cat Bar and Grill in absecon

When: Sunday, april 2 Time: 11 a.m.

Website: www.facebook.com/ blackcatgrill

h ead to the Black cat for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. They are asking for a $10 donation (or more) for Field of Dreams.

What: Mark’s Wine club

Where: Bar 32 chocolate on Tennessee avenue in atlantic city

When: Wednesday, april 5

Time: 6 p.m.-7 p.m.

Tickets: $25

Website: www.opentable.com/r/ bar-32-chocolate-atlantic-city

Marc callazzo is a restaurateur, real estate developer and wine lover who created this informal club for those who have a love for wine and just want to have a good time. Each event features a wine theme and includes a tasting, light snack, tax and gratuity.

Who: Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Steel Pier

Where: Steel Pier

When: Saturday, april 8

Time: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Tickets: $16.95

Website: www.SteelPier.com

Enjoy a great morning with the family at the Steel Pier’s a nnual Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny. children 12 and under that purchase a breakfast will receive a FrEE ride wristband valid from noon until closing april 8.

What: Easter Sunday Best Dressed contest

Where: Steel Pier

When: Sunday, april 9

Time: 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Tickets: FrEE TO rEGISTEr come dressed in your best to the Steel Pier’s Best Dressed contest. If

you’re going to register, make sure to arrive by 1 p.m. at the Waterside Pavilion.

What: 147th atlantic city Easter Promenade and Best Dressed contest for adults

Where: Showboat resort at the Boardwalk entrance

When: Sunday, april 9

Time: 2 p.m. (contest will be moved indoors if inclement weather).

Everyone is invited to enter the contest. Must be 21 or older and be at the Showboat Boardwalk entrance by 1:30 to register. This event invites adults to dress to impress for the chance to win a prize in six different Easter Best Dressed categories. They are: Man, Woman, couple, Senior, Miss NJ contestants and Best Easter hat.

is known as a

resource, content creator, reporter, and influencer with established credibility in Atlantic City, The Jersey Shore, Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. With over 6 million views on her social platforms, she created TheCityPulse.com as a go-to lifeline for all things happening in the city!

Whitney Ullman, Stockton University graduate, and founder of gotowhitney.com

“go to”

SATURDAY

APRIL 8th

Linwood Historical Society to celebrate 150 years

By Cindy Christy Fertsch

In 1955, Maryjane

Mc a llister's father announced to his family that they were moving from atlantic city to "the country." The country he was referring to was Linwood, New Jersey. at the time, however, his description wasn’t too far off. Their property, which backed up against Brighton Farm in the area that is now the park, was graced with roaming cows and wildlife.

Linwood, originally known as “Leedsville,” boasts a rich and fascinating history, which is documented in great detail at the Linwood h istorical Society. The 150-year-old historical Society building was once a one-room schoolhouse for local children. Today, it is filled with artifacts from the Linwood of the early 1900s. The space is filled with chalkboards,

desks, generational mementos, and other treasures that tell the story of Linwood. a glass display showcases photos of Linwood veterans, including Maryjane's father.

When Bellhaven avenue School was built, the one-room schoolhouse became the Borough hall until 1931, when Linwood became incorporated, and the building was transformed into city hall. By 1965, when the new

F amily F un E vents

EASTER SUNDAY

APRIL 9th

Best Dressed Contest Returns

April 9th 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Contest Starts at 1:30pm Sharp Registrants Arrive by 1pm

Location Waterside Pavilion on Steel Pier

Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Includes Free Rides 11am-12:30pm

$16.95 child or adult plus NJ sales tax

Kids 12 & under receive a ride wristband with breakfast Purchase online at www.steelpier.com

Spring Into Fun

Buy One Get One Free

80 Count Ride Ticket Book Sale

Purchase online at www.steelpier.com

Or any ticket booth on April 8th & 9th

Wheelie Good Deal

Buy One Wheel Ticket Get One Free

Steel Pier will be closed July 13, 2023

The Linwood Historical Society located at 16 W. Poplar Avenue was a one-room schoolhouse.

city h all was established on New road, the historic building changed faces again, this time becoming the Linwood Public Library.

The “country” that Maryjane’s father spoke of, where cows roamed freely, developed, and modernized over the decades, but regardless of the changes, Maryjane Mc a llister continued to call Linwood home. Growing up, she attended Linwood Public School District, where she later

became a teacher. When Maryjane met her husband, Bob Mc a llister, they decided to stay put and raise their children in their hometown as well. Maryjane’s life and history are deeply rooted in Linwood, New Jersey. Following her retirement, Maryjane became a volunteer for the Linwood historical Society to help preserve the

history of the town she holds dear to her heart.

She tells the stories of trolleys rolling up and down Shore road, children ice skating on Bargaintown Lake, and the trains that traveled down tracks where the bike path now is.

The popular cafe and ice cream shop, Jessie's, was once Stuber’s General Store which served as the community bakery and grocery

store. adolf Stuber’s daughter, Elsie, eventually took it over in 1937 and ran the general store until the 1950s. The establishment was even a gas bump at one point as cars were becoming increasingly more popular.

a celebration is being planned for the 150-year building this august. Those interested are invited to stop in the Linwood historical Society to take a peek back in time. The historical Society, located at 16 W. Poplar avenue, is open every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. To schedule a time outside of these hours, call 609927-8293. For more information, visit www.linwoodnj.org.

Maryjane McAllister grew up and raised her family in Linwood. She now volunteers at the Linwood Historical Society.

The land that is now All Wars Memorial Park was once farmland.

Linwood Historical Society Volunteers (left to right): Judy Branin, Carolyn Patterson, and Sandi Krumm Sharpe

Girls Flag Football catching on at local high schools

School senior delivered a spot-on impression of Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver a .J. Brown during a recent visit to the Eagles' practice facility.

DiMauro caught a dozen passes and scored three touchdowns for Middle in a scrimmage against absegami as part of the Girls Flag Football Jamboree at the Novacare complex.

By David Weinberg

It didn't take long for c c . DiMauro to learn how to play football.

The Middle Township high

"It was a really cool experience to be able to play there," DiMauro said. "I can't wait for the season to start."

Girls flag football has quickly developed into one of New Jersey's fastest growing and popular sports,

SOMERS POINT & EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP

thanks in part to a financial commitment from the NFL. The Eagles, New York Jets and New York Giants are teaming with Nike to sponsor over 70 teams in the state this spring.

Nike is outfitting every team with 25 custom uniforms while the NFL teams are providing $3,000 to each school for transportation costs and other expenses.

While the program has been existence for three years, this marks the first time local schools will be competing. absegami, cedar creek, hammonton, Mainland regional, Middle Township, Oakcrest and Ocean city form the Shore Division of the West Jersey Football League. Teams will play six regular-season games, followed by playoffs. The championship game is scheduled to be held in Philadelphia either at the Novacare complex or Lincoln Financial Field.

If officials were said to be initially skeptical about adding the sport to their schools, they were worried for nothing. Flag football is currently recognized as a club sport by the New Jersey State Interscholastic athletic a ssociaiton (NJSIaa), meaning that student-athletes who are playing a spring varsity sport - crew, golf, lacrosse, softball, track and field - are free to join the flag football team.

a s a result, female athletes have been flocking to the gridiron.

"We had 47 girls sign up and at least 40 play another spring sport," absegami athletic director Steve Fortis said. "We only have 25 uniforms, so we're splitting the team up for games. We'll have 25 players for one game and then 25 for the next game and so on.

"Some schools might have been worried they'd have enough players, but I knew it would be popular here. Our powder puff football game in the fall is only for seniors, but we always

have freshmen, sophomores and juniors wanting to play. and that's only one game in November."

Because most players also participate in varsity spring sports, coaches, administrators and the athletes are going to have to perform some juggling acts.

That group includes DiMauro, who runs the 400 and 800 meters for the track team while also competing in the high jump and long jump.

"It's tough sometimes because I also play (travel) soccer," said DiMauro, who is planning on playing soccer and competing in track and field for clarion University (Pennsylvania) in the fall. "But it will work out. I've always enjoyed watching football and as soon as I heard we were starting a team, I wanted to play."

Middle principal Sharon rementer was the spark behind getting flag football at the school during her tenure as the school's athletic director. Now it's current athletic director Josh Mccarty, along with head coach Frank riggitano and assistant coaches Nick Eidenberg and Monica Gannon and .

riggitano, who is also entering his 22nd season as Middle's varsity football coach, also had to make some adjustments. Flag football is seven vs. seven and is a non-contact sport, meaning no blocking or tackling is permitted. also, all seven offensive players are eligible to touch the ball.

DiMauro and freshman quarterback Payton abrego have emerged as early standouts for the Panthers, along with chloe Frame, Ellen Muller, Layana h ayward, Isis Munoz and armani Young. abrego and DiMauro combined for three TDs in their scrimmage against absegami, Frame ran for a TD, Muller had two sacks

↘Continued on 34

Absegami vs Middle at NovaCare Complex. Photo courtesy of Philadelphia Eagles

↘Continued from 32

and hayward, Munoz and Young were also defensive standouts.

absegami, hammonton and Middle players also participated in a funny Instagram video featuring Eagles Pro Bowl tackle Jordan Mailata at the Jamboree in which Mailata asked them to name their favorite Eagle.

The rest of the school is getting behind Middle's team. The Panthers open their regular season Thursday at cedar creek, then are scheduled to host h ammonton on Tuesday, april 4 at 7 p.m.

"The kids love it and so do I," riggitano said. "They're really excited to learn the game and have really been doing well so far. I just wish field goals were allowed because some of my soccer players have really strong legs."

The challenge for the schools will come when/if the NJSIaa designates flag football as a varsity sport. It's already happened in some states. california sanctioned it as a sport last month, following the lead of alabama, alaska, Florida and Nevada.

Given the way it's catching on at the shore, it may not be long before "Friday Night Lights" are shining on flag football.

Local fighters earn wins a tlantic c ity boxers Justin Figueroa and Francisco rodriguez both registered convincing victories Saturday night at Jim Whelan Boardwalk hall's adrian Phillips Ballroom.

Figueroa (4-0, 4 KOs), a holy Spirit h igh School graduate and atlantic city lifeguard, scored two knockdowns en route to a second-round knockout over Mauel Moreira (0-4), of Sheridan, Wyoming in a super-welterweight bout. Figueroa dropped

Moreira for the second time behind a flurry capped by a right hook to the body, prompting referee David Fields to stop the scheduled four-rounder without a count.

rodriguez (1-0, 1 KO), a Pleasantville high School grad, needed even less time to win, earning a first-round TKO over Marco Dorame (0-1), of Sierra Vista, arizona, in a four-round, super-featherweight fight. rodriguez dropped Dorame with a body shot, then kept up the onslaught until the referee stepped in with 1 minute, 12 seconds left in the opening round.

Middle coach Frank Riggitano talks to his players. Photo courtesy of Philadelphia Eagles

Feeling blue in the best sort of way with grape hyacinths

flowers behave as a neutral color, complementing most other spring flowers such as red tulips, yellow daffodils, or pink ranunculus. Blue grape hyacinths are the most popular, but they can also be found in pink, yellow, or white.

Let It Grow

By Tammy Thornton

Spring has proclaimed itself loud and clear with refreshingly-warm sunny days, flowers joyfully bursting open, chilly nights to keep us mindful, and a few a pril showers thrown in for good measure. ‘Tis the season of hope and renewal.

If you planted flower bulbs in the fall, you are now reaping the rewards of your labor—and patient waiting!

Daffodils are the great harbingers of spring, making the announcement with their trumpet-shaped flowers. But, for me, spring feels real when the grape hyacinths (muscari) begin to show their tiny little clustered cone-heads.

I’m always smitten by these flowers, perhaps because they are blue—my favorite color. Their small spikes of blue

Though they share a name with hyacinths, muscari are not true hyacinths. h owever, they do share the coveted trait of being deer-resistant, due to their scent. Never say never because a desperate animal might forget to read the gardening books about what they aren’t supposed to eat. But for the most part, hyacinths and grape hyacinths should be safe from deer, squirrels, rabbits and other nibblers in your garden.

While grape hyacinths grow best outdoors, I can’t resist adding a few to my spring and Easter decorations inside. Their dainty flowers look so pretty in a miniature display. One should always use caution with pets when bringing plants and flowers into your home. But, fortunately, the aSPca lists grape hyacinths as non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses (in case you have any of those wandering around your dining room). Grape hyacinth flowers and buds are also non-toxic for people. You could add

a bit of color and fun to your salad, cake, or lemonade with a few grape hyacinth flowers, which are said to be high in Vitamin c and antioxidants. Please note this only applies to grape hyacinths. Do not eat regular hyacinths or leave them near your pets since this type of hyacinth can be toxic.

Taking a trip back outdoors to the garden, you may find that over time your grape hyacinths will spread and naturalize throughout the garden or into your yard with a lovely effect. If these little blue flowers pop up in an undesirable location, they are easy to dig up and move with a trowel. Just make sure you

dig deep enough to get all of the bulb and roots. after blooming, the flowers will produce tiny, black seeds that may grow and spread naturally. You can collect the seeds to control where they grow. however, the seeds will need to be subjected to a period of dormancy and cold stratification to grow successfully. You can also propagate your grape hyacinths by digging them up and separating the bulbs that have produced offshoots.

Once you are smitten with these cute but hardly little flowers, you’ll want to make a mental note to plant more bulbs in the fall. Pretty soon you too will be feeling the blues, but only in the best sort of way possible.

Shore Local News would love to hear from our readers. What’s your favorite spring flower? Send your pictures, comments, and questions to: shorelocalgardener@gmail.com.

Tammy Thornton lives with her husband, children, and crazy pets while enjoying a life of gardening, cooking, and going to the beach.

Being smaller sets up apart from larger title agencies that often are not able to answer or return calls due to being short staffed and overwhelmed. When you call Atlantic Title, you are greeted by a live person who will tend to your needs right away We all have the same regulated title rates. Therefore, it's all about the quality of

Hours:

Plant grape hyacinths and they will come back every year and multiply over time.

Live & Local Music Calendar

The Way Outs 7pm

Nola’s Bar at Ocean

500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Gunsmoke Sinners w/ Cthulhu

Martini, Roy Wilson and the Buzzards

7:30pm. anchor rock club

247 S. New York ave. atlantic city

Black Car Gina Trio 7:30pm

Crash the Party 11pm.

Nola’s Bar at Ocean

500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Saturday, April 1st

Hayley & Timmy 11am-2pm

McGettigan’s

500 S. New York rd. Galloway

Be Our Guest 9pm

The Yard at Bally’s

1900 Pacific ave. atlantic city

Eric Chou 10pm

hard rock Live at Etess arena

1000 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Isn’t It Always 10pm

ave. Margate

Victim of Suffering 7pm

anchor rock club

247 S. New York ave. atlantic city

DJ Pat Conlon 8pm

Nola’s Bar at Ocean

500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Friday, March 31st

Jim Fisher 5:30pm. Tuckahoe Inn

1 harbor rd. Beesley’s Point

Amanda & Teddy 6-10pm rush Lounge at Golden Nugget

600 huron ave. atlantic city

Jeremy Oren 6pm

1923 Lounge at Ocean

500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Juicy 6-10pm

Sweetwater riverdeck

2780 7th ave. Sweetwater

Bob & Nicky 6:30-9:30pm Bocca

7805 Ventnor ave. Margate

Ken & Ci-Bon 7-11pm McGettigan’s 500 S. New York rd. Galloway

Villain & Saint at Ocean

500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Troy Kaiser 7:30pm

Yesterday’s creekside Tavern

316 roosevelt Blvd. Marmora

Rick Wakeman 8pm

Sound Waves at hard rock

1000 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Al Olivero 8-11pm

Tennessee avenue Beer hall

133 S. Tennessee ave. atlantic city

NJ British Invasion 8pm

Josie Kelly’s Public house

908 Shore rd. Somers Point

Kenny Wayne Shepherd 9pm

The Music Box at Borgata

1 Borgata Way, atlantic city

Groove Heart 10pm

rush Lounge at Golden Nugget

600 huron ave. atlantic city

Night Anthem 10pm

Wild Wild West at caesars

2100 Pacific ave. atlantic city

The Benderz 10pm

The Yard at Bally’s

1900 Pacific ave. atlantic city

Red 5 12-4pm. renault Winery

72 N. Bremen ave. Egg harbor city

BMW 1-5pm. Sweetwater riverdeck

2780 7th ave. Sweetwater

George A. Johnson Jr. and the Indomitable Spirits 2pm

Ocean city Free Public Library

1735 Simpson ave.

Al Olivero 5:30pm. Tuckahoe Inn

1 harbor rd. Beesley’s Point

Adam Holcombe Trio 6pm

Villain & Saint at Ocean

500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Beth Tinnon 6-9pm

atlantic county country club

1 Leo Frazer Dr. Northfield

Jeremy Oren 6pm

1927 Lounge at Ocean

500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Ashton John 6:30-9:30pm. Bocca

7805 Ventnor ave. Margate

Lit in AC feat. JaRule, Fat Joe, Ashanti, Remy Ma, Foxy Brown, Dru Hill and More 7pm

Jim Whelan Boardwalk hall

2301 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Villain & Saint at Ocean 500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Steal the Sky 11pm

Nola’s Bar at Ocean 500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Sunday, April 2nd

Jim Shaw 10am-1pm. Bocca

7805 Ventnor ave. Margate

John King 12-4pm

renault Winery

72 N. Bremen ave. Egg harbor city

Tommy Baz & Johnny Sticks 1-5pm

Sweetwater riverdeck

2780 7th ave. Sweetwater

Pain of Truth w/ Shattered Realm, Hold My Own 6pm

anchor rock club

247 S. New York ave. atlantic city

Tony Day & Across the Globe Band

7:30-10:30pm

Kelsey’s

1545 Pacific ave. atlantic city

DJ Clinton Conyer 8pm

Nola’s Bar at Ocean 500 Boardwalk, atlantic city

Events subject to change.

Hosting a Seder dinner

By Sarah Fertsch Staff Writer

“You are cordially invited to our 2018 Seder Meal.”

I read these words on a cardstock invitation found in my college mail locker, and had no clue what a ‘seder’ meant.

a few weeks later, I found myself sitting on the floor by a long table among forty strangers, reading from a lengthy script holding a cracker with horseradish. h ow did I get here?

For those who do not practice Judaism or Episcapalial christianity, Seder is the traditional meal of Passover, which celebrates the Exodus of the Jews from their slavery in Egypt. The word Seder means ‘Order,’ and requires participants to take part in the 15 steps throughout the meal to ask God for deliverance.

No, you don’t have to invite 40 people to sit on your floor to celebrate Passover. Seder is easily personalized to your preferences. however, Seder is traditionally led by the head of the household (husband of the hosting family) and each guest takes a role to read in the script, passed around or mailed to each guest one week in advance.

Seder dinner should be held after nightfall on the first Thursday of Passover, typically meaning the day before Good Friday. The host will offer each guest four cups of dry red wine, which represents the blood of the sacrificial lamb. and yes, you will be drinking at least four cups of wine during the dinner.

The Seder Plate includes the following foods: raw veggies dipped in salt water, an egg, a lamb shank bone, horseradish and other bitter herbs, ‘charoset,’ which is a paste made from apples, cinnamon, nuts and a sweet wine, and a hearty, kosher entree such as matzo ball soup, fish and rice, or potato pancakes.

Matzah, or crispy flat bread, will also serve as an important part of Seder. The matzah is wrapped and hidden somewhere in the host’s house. The youngest guests (typically under the age of 10) will race to find the hidden matzah and the clever discoverer will receive a special blessing and a candy as a reward.

reading through the script typically takes about 2 hours, intermixed with prayer and readings from Torah, as well as Latin/Jewish passages. Be

sure to light candles, include a bowl of water and towel to wash hands around the table, and for more traditional hosts, head covers for women’s hair. Men may wear kippahs as well.

Seder is a great way to celebrate the Passover/Easter season and connect with friends and family in a social, spiritual way. Be sure to download a specific script and invite your guests at least one week in advance.

Many local synagogues host Seder meals for their congregants and the general public. Browse upcoming events online for more information on dates and times.

To everyone is this Seder season, hosanna and Shabbat Shalom!

Lacing up to show our support

It may have been 15 years ago, but Scott Brown remembers it as if it were yesterday. “My grandfather was fine one day, and then he started to forget things. It happened so quickly. all of a sudden, he couldn’t live by himself. h is condition deteriorated and he needed care.” Tragically, Scott’s grandfather passed soon after in a nursing home, and Scott will never forget the helplessness that he felt. So, when he was asked to support the Seashore Gardens 5K run & h ealth Walk, he didn’t hesitate.

“The fundraiser supports outreach for alzheimer’s and dementia,” noted Scott. “It affects so many, and not just those battling the disease but their families. awareness is important.

“We’re a small agency, and so we choose our causes carefully,” said Scott.

“It is easy to support people that are so passionate about helping others—Janice, Marty, alysia, Sharon, and Erin. Seashore Gardens has some of the best people who go the extra mile to enrich elder lives, not only with a lzheimer’s and dementia, but with everyone entrusted to their care. We’re glad to be a part of it.”

When Frank and Jayne Marascio hear about mom Josephine’s gardening activities and weekly circles, they are overcome with gratitude. Josephine Marascio is a third-year resident battling dementia, and it hasn’t always

been easy.

“My mother had been in two other places before finding her for-

ever home here,” said Frank. “The care, attention, and love exuded by the entire staff of Seashore Gardens is exemplary. exemplary. h earing of her Wednesday gardening experiences and seeing the Sunday circle group, with residents talking about past and present topics, is so heartwarming. With the help of the Foundation, we can continue these wonderful activities and other intangibles that make Seashore Gardens the absolute best.”

This will be Frank and Jayne’s second year volunteering at, and walking in, the Seashore Gardens Foundation 5K run & h ealth Walk. They will help hand out registration forms and also walk with their team to raise awareness and money for the Seashore Gardens Foundation. “Our goal last year was to be the highest money raising team,” said Frank. “I believe we came in second. This year is no different; we are striving again to come in first! Knowing that the money raised will help all those affected by alzheimer’s/dementia is outstanding!”

“We are trying to get as many people as possible,” said Jayne, “so we can make a real difference in the lives of the residents. I am so grateful for everyone who has sent in donations and who is supporting this important effort.”

For more information on the Seashore Gardens 5K run & h ealth Walk, or to register, visit https://seashoregardens.org/5k.

For the people who are passionate about helping others

For our mother

Enjoy yogurt for the health benefits

into bed. Your body converts this amino acid into two hormones, serotonin and melatonin, which promote a healthy night's sleep.

By Nancy Adler

Yogurts are high in protein. They are high in vitiates, calcium and live culture or probiotics. Probiotics enhance the gut microbiota.

These things can offer protection for teeth and bones and help to prevent digestive problems. Low-fat low-sugar yogurt that’s high in protein can be useful in any weight loss diet. Probiotics boost the immune system.

Yogurt is very nutritious. Eating yogurt 4-5 times a week may reduce your risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, as well as aid in weight management.

Eating yogurt in the morning on an empty stomach is most beneficial. This is because the good bacteria or probiotics in yogurt must reach the large intestine alive to maintain digestive efficiency and health. having a glass of water after eating yogurt helps improve your body’s capability to absorb water and improves hydration.

If you decide to have Greek yogurt containing tryptophan, it may help you to feel drowsier before heading

This recipe can be found in my cookbook, “Nancy’s r ecipes for Life,” available at my Linwood office location and capellas Oil and Vinegar store in Ocean city.

Chickpea Salad

Ingredients:

● 1/4 cup of plain nonfat yogurt

● 1 teaspoon of black pepper

● 1/2 red onion, minced

● 1/2 jalapeños pepper, thinly sliced

● 2 tablespoons of cumin

● 1 19-ounce can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained

● 1 tablespoon of lemon juice

● 4 cups of chopped romaine lettuce

● 4 cups of iceberg lettuce

Directions

In a large salad bowl, combine yogurt, black pepper, red onion, jalapeño and cumin.

Stir in chickpeas and set aside. add lemon juice, mix well and serve over a bed of mixed lettuce. Store in an airtight container. Salad will keep up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.

This recipe serves 4.

Noyse Arts Garage celebrates women in the arts

Other speakers included Melissa McGeary from the atlantic city Free Public Library; chad roberts, station manager of FM 91.7 WLFr; Leila crawford from the Mighty Writers program; and ralph hunter, director of the african a merican h eritage Museum.

hair stylist and salon owner Jamillia Lawrence-Patron talked about the importance of being trusted with people’s hair and their hair journey.

Th e Light with Raymond Tyler

The arts community packed

The Noyes arts Garage on March 26, the last Sunday afternoon of Women’s history Month, for the 2023 Women in the arts awards.

The event, which recognized 10 diverse women in arts, was sponsored by the South Jersey cultural alliance, the Geraldine r . Dodge Foundation, the New Jersey State council on the arts and Stockton University.

The Women in the arts awards started last year as part of The Noyes a rts Garage Black a rt Matters programming. Toby rosenthal was a winner last year. This year rosenthal was one of the event speakers.

“I am here to support my colleague who is getting the award this year,” rosenthal said. “I am also here as a previous winner to support all of these amazing women in the arts.”

The first award went to Iraqi author, poet and activist Faleeha h assan. a Pulitzer-Prize nominee in 2018, she lived in Turkey before immigrating to the United States. She described her early struggles to learn English when she first came to america.

“I could not get financial aid to learn English because I already held a degree in my native country,” hassan said.

But she was undeterred.

“I learned English by watching television cartoons, and a lot of the ‘Madea’ movies,” she said.

hassan is the author of a memoir, in English, titled, “War and Me” as well as a book of poetry called, “Breakfast With Butterflies.”

Stockton professor Joe’l Ludovich discussed the importance of making media accessible to all and telling everyone's story as she accepted her award.

Theresa hawkings accepted her award, thrilled that her 17 years of managing the atlantic c ity Free Public Library Film Society was being celebrated.

Brittany Tavares was all smiles as she held her award. h owever, for a moment her face got serious when she discussed the importance of working with young people.

“Yes we are giving them the tools to write, but when you work with kids every day, it becomes much more,” Tavares said.

Valeria Marcus spoke about helping people who are the victims of abuse.

“If you have a hunch that something is going on, call 911,” Marcus said.

Visual artist heather hires encouraged all of the artists to “make time for your art.” h ires’ eyes watered a bit as she discussed her journey to becoming a successful artist.

The day ended with refreshments and networking.

award winners unable to attend were Kathleen rizzo, who works with

the children’s program the Mighty Writers. Leila crawford accepted on r izzo’s behalf; Shawn Jones, award-winning poet, educator and dancer; and Krystal Bailey Turner, poet, activist and journalist.

You can connect with Raymond Tyler via Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and Instagram @RaymondTyler2018.

'Dog-gone happy': Somers Point dog sitter wins national photo contest

check in on their pets.”

By Sarah Fertsch Staff Writer

Sometimes all you need is a smile from your favorite furry friend. Somers Point native Diana Guaschino proved that truth on the cover of aaa magazine. rewind time to 2018. after tragically losing her husband, Diana moved back to South Jersey from West Virginia to be close to her sister and parents. Overwhelmed with unexpected grief, Guaschino decided to take a break from teaching English remotely and decided to start a dog-sitting business.

“I’m a runner, and I was making connections with neighbors walking their dogs while I was on runs,” said Guaschino. “When they’d eventually go out of town, they asked me to

When the 2020 pandemic hit, aaa Magazine ran the 2022 World aaa Photo contest, asking for submissions from readers in the following categories: Great a merican road Trip, around the World, culture, Nature and happiness.

On a whim, Diana decided to submit a photo of Boomer, a nine-month-old golden upside-down with a goofy grin. She titled her submission “Dog Gone h appy.” a nd to her surprise, she won the Grand Prize!

“The judges told me that whenever they would walk past Boomer’s picture, they couldn’t help but smile,” said Guaschino.

Guaschino’s Iphone pic graced the cover

of aaa Magazine’s March 2023 issue. She laughed as she remembered sharing the news with Boomer’s family, who were spending a week down the shore from outside Philadelphia. “a ll my clients want me to make their dogs famous too!” she said.

Today, Guaschino owns and operates Bark ‘N Breakfast, a canine vacay by the bay (in Diana’s words). She’s a full-time dog sitter and loves connecting with people and forming friendships with pups of all ages.

Bark ‘N Breakfast works closely with local dog grooming services and a nimal h ouse, a pet boutique on a sbury avenue in Ocean city. She loves

Full-time dog sitter and award winning photographer, Diana Guaschino

taking furry friends to Dog Beach, the Egg h arbor Township Nature reserve, and the Somers Point Bike Path.

h er passion for dogs has served as its own form of grief counseling as she mourns the loss of her spouse and starts this new chapter of her life. h ere’s what Diana had to say about Boomer’s smile that won her the prize:

“During the pandemic, everyone needed a reason to smile. a lot of the

other contestants just submitted landscapes or travel pics, and I think that makes us miss getting outside. But a dog smiling is so personal and you don’t need to travel far to appreciate your pet. Boomer is just a silly boy, and that makes me happy.”

Guaschino doesn’t know what the future holds for her, and is living in the moment while enjoying the little things. “Never stop dreaming, even when life doesn’t turn out the way you expected,” she said. “Even if your nightmare becomes reality, you can still live your dream.”

Guaschino's photo of Boomer's smile won the World AAA 2022 photo contest.

Tips for creating a house-hunting checklist

Investigate Loan Options

Real Estate Matters

By Elisa Jo Eagan

Beginning your house-hunting journey can be very exciting, but it may also conjure up feelings of uncertainty.

c reating a well-thought-out checklist will help you set realistic expectations, both financially and personally, and help make the process go as smoothly as possible. consider using these tips to add to your own house-hunting checklist.

Obtain a Pre-approval Letter

The first step in the home-buying search is obtaining a pre-approval from your mortgage company to determine what you can reasonably afford. This helps to narrow the playing field as you search for homes in your price range. Note: The pre-approval letter is usually required to make an offer to purchase.

Being educated on the various mortgage options should be at the top of your house-hunting checklist. conventional, Federal h ousing authority (Fha) and Department of Veteran affairs (Va) loans are some of the options that may be available to you. In addition, be sure to investigate the various types of interest rate options such as a fixedrate 30-year conventional loan, an adjustable-rate mortgage (ar M), or shorter-term loans like 10-year, 15-year, or 20-year which may provide lower interest rates.

What you choose will dictate your monthly principal and interest payments.

Begin With an Internet Search

The internet is a great way to begin your home-buying journey. It allows you to research and familiarize yourself with the areas you may be interested in, helps streamline the process, makes it easier for your agent to understand your needs, and makes your home search more productive.

To help narrow your home search, identify the type of community or neighborhood that matches your desired lifestyle. For example, if you

There’s Equity in Your CASTLE

are an empty nester, perhaps you want to downsize to a smaller space and move to a 55+ community that offers a lively social environment. If you have a young family, your preference may be to purchase in a neighborhood where your children can play and socialize with other children.

Location, Location, Location

For most people, location is the driving factor when deciding where to live. Do you need public transportation such as a train or bus, or need to be near an airport, hospital, or military base for work? adding this to your house-hunting prep can help you focus on locations that best fit your needs.

Make a Must-Have List

Make a wish list of all the features you want in your home.

First, determine what kind of home that you want, whether single family, townhome, condominium, or perhaps even a new build. Generally, it's quite difficult to get everything you desire, so consider breaking it down by categories such as musthave (non-negotiable), would like, and can live without.

If, for example, a garage is a musthave, but having a basement is nego -

tiable, you can avoid wasting time by staying focused on the homes with a garage and not touring homes that don’t.

Prepare a Home Inspection Checklist

When viewing a property, be sure to bring a checklist as you tour the home. Examine all areas of the house as best as possible including the hVac system, roof, electrical and plumbing.

It's your responsibility as the buyer to ask questions and look for anything that may dissuade you from purchasing the home. You can also request a copy of the survey of the home to be sure no easements or property encroachments exist and check with the city or town for any plans that could be perceived as negative, both of which may affect the future value of the home.

Keep a List of Homes Visited

It can be a lot to take in when visiting several homes in a short period of time. You can prevent confusion by taking copious notes while touring each home. Be sure to jot down both the pros and cons of each, as you may choose to revisit one or more after having seen and compared them to others.

Beauty is Only Skin Deep Don't be distracted by homes needing cosmetic updates. a s long as the home is structurally sound and the overall bones of the house are satisfactory, the aesthetics can be changed when you become the new owner.

creating a checklist as you start your house-hunting venture will help you to focus on the items that are most important, such as your desired location, must-haves, and price range through pre-approval from your lender.

reach out to me and I can help you to identify properties that will match

your needs and wants. happy spring house hunting everyone.

With hugs, love and warm regards…

For real estate information and advice, contact Elisa Jo Eagan, the “ real Estate Godmother,” at 609703-0432. Learn more at The realEstateGodmother.com.

For More Real Estate Questions, Information and Advice Contact Elisa Jo Eagan "The Real Estate Godmother" (609)703-0432 and Remember..."There's No Place Like Owning Your Own Home!"

Wine Pairings for the Easter or Passover Meals

suggest wines that will complement your table nicely.

By David Setley

Spring has sprung! The grass is getting greener, the daffodils are blooming, and we are pushing past winter with thoughts of warmth and renewal. Two upcoming holidays find importance on many calendars: Easter and Passover. I myself was raised in the christian tradition and am quite familiar with the traditional festivities and foods that go along with Easter. Since working in the wine industry, however, I have been privileged to learn about other religions and their associated celebrations as I am asked to recommend wine pairings. In December, two of my colleagues and I offered a multi-cultural food and wine pairing event celebrating the winter holidays of christmas, Kwanzaa, and hanukkah. In preparation for this article, I have been researching foods often served with Easter and Passover in order to

The typical Easter feast tends to be centered around one of three meats: ham, turkey, or lamb. For those of you serving ham, I would suggest a dry riesling, such as the Pierre Sparr riesling from alsace, France. It has the relatively high acidity that rieslings are known for, but is dryer with more minerality than you may expect. If turkey is your selection, think Beaujolais Gamay or Pinot Noir. These varietals are medium-bodied red wines with the perfect blend of fruit, earthiness, and a light acidity that pairs wonderfully with turkey. My choice is the L. Tramier & Fils coteaux Bourguignons, a blend of the two classic Burgundy reds. If lamb is on your menu, I suggest a more savory wine, such as the cotes du rhone Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre (GSM) blend like the Domaine Brusset cotes du rhone Laurent B. Lamb is a bit gamier than many other meats, and this wine holds up to it perfectly. Being half-Italian, our Easter table was not always adorned with ham, turkey, or lamb, but rather the Italian Easter Pizza, or Pizza rustica. For those of you unfamiliar with this delicious entrée, it is not the flatbread-style pizza that we all know and love. Instead, it

is a double-crusted pie filled with ricotta, mozzarella, parmigiana or Pecorino romano cheese, and a cured meat. The recipe that I have passed down to my daughters was passed to my generation from my mother, who learned it from her mother, and back through the generations to Naples, Italy, where my Italian family originated. Our recipe adds a bit of cooked rice and mild soppressata to the filling and, rather than creating it as a typical double-crusted pie, my family rolls the crust out, adds the filling and folds the crust over into a half-moon shape. The result is heaven on a plate. For wine pairings, if you prefer white wine, Pehhcora Pecorino is a perfect compliment. It is dryer, with more minerality and a less fruit-forward flavor than Pinot Grigio, but still light and very refreshing. For red wine lovers, The rocca del Dragone a glianico is a perfect pairing. This deep ruby-red wine is full-bodied but very smooth and elegant. Either would be perfect with an Italian Easter Pizza. By the way, I’m happy to share my family recipe if you email me or stop by the store!

My personal culinary experience with Jewish celebrations has been limited to making c hallah Bread around h anukah. For this article, I conducted some research into the Seder Dinner served at Passover. according to chabad.org, the Seder Plate is the base of the dinner and consists of 3 Matzahs (unleavened bread), bitter herbs, Zeroa (a piece of roasted meat, often chicken), Bietzah (a hard-boiled egg), charoset (a fruity paste), and Karpas (a vegetable, such as carrot or potato). The Seder Plate may be accompanied by a traditional chicken egg noodle soup, potato kugel, or a braised or roasted

brisket. I was intrigued to learn of the tradition of serving four glasses of wine with the dinner. according to the Washingtonpost.com, each adult drinks from four cups of wine during the meal. Each cup represents stages in the Israelites redemption from the slavery of the Egyptians. a fifth cup is reserved for the hopeful return of the prophet Elijah. There are numerous very good Kosher wines, made by Barkan, that may be appropriate for the Seder. Barkan produces cabernet, Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. another Kosher wine is the Moscato d’a sti by Bartenura. This is a perfect complement for most desserts, or could serve as a wonderful welcome wine at the start of the meal. Look for the Kosher for Passover label.

I hope this article enhances your Spring holiday celebrations. contact me with any questions or comments at dsetley@passionvines.com or stop into the Somers Point store. Until next time, happy Spring and happy Wining!

David Setley is enjoying his retirement from higher education as a wine educator and certified sommelier at Passion Vines in Somers Point, New Jersey.

Local Photographer accepts

Lifetime Achievement Award at the Garden State Film Festival

Shore Local Newsmagazine is very pleased to announce that our photographer, Donald B. Kravitz was presented the Lifetime achievement award for Photography by the Garden State Film Festival (GSFF) on Sunday, March 26.

Kravitz's work has been showcased in publications around the world including rolling Stone Magazine, USa Today, NY Post, NY Daily News, as well as on billboards, on busses and hundreds of additional magazines and newspapers.

a fter completing his service as a Green Beret, Don became a professional performance and special event photographer, photographing Miss america, a project he still photographs today. h e has shot for Getty Images Entertainment since 2003 and photographed the Philadelphia Phillies from 2008,

through their World Series winning 2012 season.

Don has volunteered his services to non-profits such as The New Jersey Special Olympics, The Sunshine

Foundation and the h eart of Surfing where he is a Board member, the children’s Miracle Network and the children’s hospital of Philadelphia.

Shore Local would like to congratulate Don on this great and well-deserved honor!

Donald B Kravitz accepts the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Garden State Film Festival Sunday, March 26, 2023.

Photo by Steffen Klenk

Time for failing shopping centers to innovate

Business Buzz

By Rich Baehrle

We are witnessing a substantial shift in the retail industry from bricks and mortar to online retail, leaving behind vacant stores.

It has become too convenient for the consumer to buy virtually any item online. h owever, this comes with a price, a big price with store closings and job losses on the local level. It is a zero-sum game. For every winner there will be a loser.

Personally I try to shop local the best I can knowing this will support our neighbors and businesses.

I recently visited the hamilton Mall. It was sad to see all of the iconic stores that have vacated the mall including Sears and Jc Penney, which combined to occupy more than 300,000 square feet. I counted more tha 20 vacant stores.

I spoke with some of the merchants and they indicated that there simply are too few shoppers. It is virtually a ghost town some days.

The hamilton Mall is not the only center experiencing this shift. It is occurring throughout the country with enclosed malls. h owever, many retail malls are reinventing themselves by repositioning into many different entities such as office, residential and creative recreation components. Mall owners can’t afford to just sit back and pray for retail. It will most likely not happen. It’s time to get creative.

I also traveled over to h amilton commons. While they have not experienced the same percentage of vacancy as the hamilton Mall, they are feeling the pain as well.

I counted seven vacant stores with such names as Famous Footwear, Lane Bryant, Famous Dave’s, cacique and the latest Bed Bath and Beyond. This retail center should consider diversification as well.

Sometimes the difficulty the owners experience is that there are restrictive covenants prohibiting the owners to lease to nontraditional businesses. Some centers are entertaining cannabis businesses, but many of them have an issue where they cannot lease to cannabis businesses due to federal regulations associated with financing.

One retail center that seems to be doing well is English creek. They seem to have found success by integrating non-retail businesses such as Shore Beauty School, Southern Jersey Family Medical, Luxuria Day Spa and other office uses. It seems to be working well as they have very little vacancy. The combination provides a nice synergy.

The bottom line is the owners of these properties need to get creative and start thinking outside the box. also we, the consumers, need to do our part and get off line and support our local businesses.

If we don't, stores will continue to go out of business and the value of the properties will diminish, which will ultimately result in tax appeals. Eventually it will mean residents will pay more in property taxes.

Time to stop, shop, play and stay in atlantic county.

Rich Baehrle, of Berkshire Hathaway Fox and Roach, can be reached at 609-266-6680 or 609-641-0011. Email richardbaehrle@gmail.com or see www.getrichinrealestateSJ.com

Seasonal Items

By Eric Reich

Ever since the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, investors are asking could this happen to my bank? Is my money safe? The causes of the failures of Silicon Valley Bank as well as Signature Bank are completely outside of the scope of “normal banks”. The former focused on venture capital for tech start-ups, and the latter was a primary lender to the crypto industry. That said, just the mere mention of a bank failure takes us back to 2008 in our minds, or worse yet, 1929 and the Great Depression. Let me start off by saying that yes, your bank is highly likely to be safe. By that I mean extremely likely. But, if you are still concerned about what happens if your bank were to be in trouble, I thought this week we would cover FDIc insurance, what it is, are you protected, and how to increase that protection.

The Federal Deposit Insurance corporation or FDI c insures depositors up to $250,000 per depositor. This means that spouses can have

$250,000 in each of their names for a total of $500,000 of FDIc coverage.

If they have a business, then they can add another $250,000 in the name of the business too. FDIc covers checking, savings, money markets, cDs, etc.

It does not cover securities such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs etc. Those investments are covered under the Securities Investors Protect corporation or SIPc So how do I make sure my assets are safe if I have more than $250,000 in cash?

● If you’re married, split the funds into each spouse’s name to increase coverage to $500,000.

● Use investment accounts to add and additional $500,000 ($250,000 cash) of protection through SIPc .

● c ash management accounts at brokerages can sweep deposits across multiple banks while still maintaining reporting through the one account.

● a sk your bank if they participate with the IntraFi network which deposits the excess funds into different network banks each providing an additional $250,000 of FDI c insurance. This is known as a cDarS or certificate of Deposit account registry Service.

● If your bank isn’t an IntraFi affiliate, then deposit $250,000 into another bank since deposits are insured per depositor, per institution.

● add revocable trusts which provide another $250,000 per depositor per beneficiary.

● credit unions have their own organization known as National credit Union a ssociation (N cUa) which provides their own insurance for up to $250,000 per depositor per credit union per account ownership category.

● See if your bank is a member of the Deposit Insurance Fund (DIF) which covers deposits over the $250,000 FDIc limit.

a s you can see, there are ways to protect literally millions of dollars though different avenues. My biggest piece of advice however is to simply not panic. The recent events are limited, isolated events and should not be viewed as something that should spread like a contagion. While we could see a rare case here or there, most likely these will be due to similar extenuating circumstances like Silicon Valley or Signature Bank.

Securities offered through Kestra Investment Services, LLC (Kestra IS), member FINRA/SIPC. Investment ad -

visory services offered through Kestra Advisory Services, LLC (Kestra AS), an affiliate of Kestra IS. Reich Asset Management, LLC is not affiliated with Kestra IS or Kestra AS. The opinions expressed in this commentary are those of the author and may not necessarily reflect those held by Kestra Investment Services, LLC or Kestra Advisory Services, LLC. This is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific investment advice or recommendations for any individual. It is suggested that you consult your financial professional, attorney, or tax advisor with regard to your individual situation. To view form CRS visit https://bit.ly/KF-Disclosures.

Eric is President and founder of Reich Asset Management, LLC. He relies on his 25 years of experience to help clients have an enjoyable retirement. He is a Certified Financial Planner™ and Certified Investment Management AnalystSM (CIMA®) and has earned his Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU®) and Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) designations. A lifelong resident of Cape May County, Eric resides in Seaville, NJ with his wife Chrissy and their sons ,CJ and Cooper, and daughter Riley.

Hometown Heroes: Kelly Jenkins, Marie Kirner, Kate Curry

By Sarah Fertsch Staff Writer

The old saying goes, “It takes a village to raise a child.” a lesser known truth is that it takes a collection of heroes to raise a village.

Kelly Jenkins had been living in absecon and working as a bartender for 28 years. after retirement, Jenkins felt the call to give back to her community in new ways.

In partnership with Kate curry and Marie Kirner, Jenkins volunteers with Sister Jean’s, a mission through the Parish of St. Monica to help folks in need of food, clothing and hygiene products.

Every Wednesday and Thursday, the women set up tables in the church courtyard, filling them with goods donated or purchased by them with their own earnings. Folks in need, some regulars, connect with Kelly and retrieve what they need with gratitude.

Jenkins has become well-known at the local Dollar General, where she stocks up on soap, menstrual prod -

ucts, shampoo, wipes, lotion and combs. Jenkins focuses on hygiene products while curry and Kirner cover all clothing.

Kirner has been working with curry and Jenkins since august 2022. On Tuesdays, the women run the Soap Shop and on Thursdays they do the clothing closet. In 2020, Kirner and her husband wanted to get more involved in atlantic

said Jenkins. Schools such as Mainland h igh School and atlantic c ape community college have raised funds for Sister Jean’s, and Jenkins expressed her appreciation for the support.

referred to as the ‘watchdog’ of charity work.

“Kelly is a hoot. She is one of the nicest people I know, and the most unselfish person in the world. You don’t find people like her anymore,” said Kate curry, a partner of Kelly’s since 2020.

When she isn’t working directly at The Parish of St. Monica, you can find Jenkins volunteering at a food pantry in Egg harbor city or delivering essentials to the coast Guard station in cape May county.

city (they had recently moved to the city) so they started volunteering at the overnight shelter. She found her niche at Sister Jean’s later that year.

“We do all of our own fundraising,”

“Everyone deserves to feel clean and healthy,” said Jenkins. “We do what we can to preserve peoples’ dignity and fill the gaps where we can with a smile on our faces.”

r ashid a bdul has served as a community advocate and is lovingly

During the pandemic, Jenkins sent her husband, who owns a plumbing business, to help a neighbor in need fix their hot water heater. In the winter, she collects coats and hats and mittens to donate to the Salvation army.

“We are three independent women who brainstorm together to benefit the community,” said Jenkins.

For more information on Sister Jean’s, visit their website at https:// www.friendsofjeanwebster.org/.

Gregory's has been a part of Somers Point for generations

return from World War II.

A series on legendary businesses

By Krystle J Bailey

On the corner of Delaware avenue and Shore road in Somers Point lies an iconic establishment that has been owned and operated by the same family for generations. The legendary building that is now Gregory’s restaurant and Bar has occupied the buzzing Somers Point corner since 1908.

Once serving as a home for Piercy’s General Dry Goods Store, the historical building has seen many transformations over the decades. The store became Piercy h otel, then h otel Boulevard, and finally the Davis h otel before the property was purchased by Walt “Pop” Gregory in 1946. The Philadelphia-based restaurateur bought the old building for his two sons upon their

During the war, Somers Point was a place where laws were slightly bent, and soldiers came to let off some steam. c ard parlors, slot machines, and other wartime “vices” were hidden in plain sight, while bars remained underground in the basements of local establishments.

Following the end of Prohibition, liquor service at Gregory’s was moved from the cellar to the dining room, and a nine-seat bar was installed where locals and visitors alike would flock for fresh seafood and cheap drinks.

By 1950, the iconic mahogany horseshoe bar that locals know and love today was installed by ray Smith Sr. of Somers Point Lumber, and business has been booming ever since. college students swarmed the bar throughout the 1960s for “7 for $1” beers and a good time by the bay.

By 1979, 14-year-old Gregory Gregory was ready to step in as the third generation of Gregory men to run the business. With the bar short-staffed one evening, the sharp-witted teenager worked his first shift pouring beers and serving shots. his father, who was

eager to pass on the responsibilities, gave him specific instructions to close up shop. h e simply had to take one dime from the register and use the pay phone to call the local police station. They would come to chase everyone out of the bar and drive Gregory home for the evening.

“I went home that night and told my mom that I could do this for the rest of my life,” he told Shore Local. “Now I’m in my 56th year in the bar business.”

Gregory’s restaurant experience over the next several years ranged from bussing tables at Daniel’s on Shore road in the wintertime to working at the old Mac’s as a busboy. he was hired to set up bus stations when The crab Trap opened its doors and even worked as a garbageman for the city of Somers Point for a brief time.

When he landed a rowing scholarship at Temple University, Gregory took his big personality and restaurant experience to Philadelphia, where he bartended and bussed tables between classes and rowing. at 21 years old, Gregory landed himself a job at a Philly-based disco house, where he worked his way up to management and ultimately ran three different disco club locations throughout the city.

In 1978 when his father and uncle were preparing to sell the beloved corner bar, Gregory and his cousin Walt jumped in and assumed ownership. With restaurant management experience under his belt and a love for the family-owned business, the duo took over and never looked back.

The current lobster tank in the bar was once a sliced sandwich window, the menu was reserved to one page, and everything was prepared with a slicer and a microwave, but the family’s restaurant remained in operation.

The birth of Taco Tuesday in 1978 was a game-changer for Gregory’s. Gregory, who was still working in Philadelphia, was astonished at the food court lines he saw for a cuisine he had never heard of: Tacos.

Though he didn’t particularly like the first taco he tried, Gregory was a businessman and saw the high demand for the simple meal. coming back to Somers Point, he demanded that the family serve tacos at least one night per week. The concept took off, and week after week, the dining room filled with locals enjoying 3-for-1 tacos every Tuesday night. Gregory’s remains the birthplace of the now-trademarked Taco Tuesday and Thursday. Though the recipes have evolved, crowds of taco lovers continue to fill the bar each week.

Now in its fourth generation of family ownership, Gregory’s menu is expansive and includes some of the best dishes in South Jersey. From salads and sandwiches to meat and seafood entrees, Gregory’s continues to wow guests and welcome generations of loyal patrons. Paul and Joe Gregory are both culinary school graduates and decorated gold medalist chefs. along with their wives, the fourth generation of Gregory men is taking over more and more ownership responsibilities every day. They continue to serve Somers Point with the same passion and commitment as their father and grandfather.

“My grandfather was considered a true pioneer hotelier and restaurant owner in the 30s and 40s,” explains Gregory Gregory. “My father and my uncle did a great job with it from the 50s through the 60s into the 70s. They were a little better than my grandfather. Walt and I were much better than my father and uncle as far as expansion. Now the boys and their wives have taken it to a whole new level. The food is at the highest level it’s ever been. I think Gregory’s is only going to go higher and continue to become stronger and better.”

a s for Gregory Gregory, he looks forward to continuing to give back to the town that raised him as the chairman of Bay Fest and the director of Kids' activities for the Good Old Days Festival. he also serves as the chairman of the Great Egg harbor river council.

The ownership, as well as the customer base at Gregory’s restaurant and Bar, remain generational and an important piece of Somers Point history.

Krystle J Bailey is a multimedia journalist, author and poet.

Connect with Krystle on Instagram @thedailybailey5

Gregory Gregory

Just Minutes From Ocean City

Margateblossomsfestival

Photos by Dan Myers

Margate’s Premier cherry Blossom Festival on Sunday, March 26, drew crowds and good vibes to Ventnor avenue. attendees enjoyed live music by Dead reckoning, children's activities, and environmental expos, along with food trucks and vendors.

Golf Club

Finish A Round In Under 2 Hours

Enjoy 9 Holes of Walking Golf for $30

Riding $40 Replay for $20

Ten Round Passes $225

Yearly membership $600

Please Call Ahead Tee Times Required

Local organization seeks support for ice rink development

By Krystle J Bailey

The South Jersey Ice & athletic center association is a non-profit organization formed in 2023 with a mission to preserve the future of South Jersey ice skating and athletics. The board, which is comprised of ten local hockey and figure skating enthusiasts, is working with the community and local orga nizations to raise funds for the future facility.

With the seemingly inevitable loss of the atlantic city Skate Zone on a lbany avenue, the individuals behind SJI ac plan to build a state-of-the-art ice rink and athletic center in South Jersey. Plans include accommodations for ice hockey, figure skating, curling, and other ice sports, as well as an indoor street and roller hockey rink, turf arena, restaurant and bar, birthday party space, batting cages, co-working opportunities, and more.

“The closest rink is about 45 miles away in Sewell,” explains board member hugh Turner, former senior vice president and chief financial officer at Borgata. “There are no other rinks in atlantic, cape May, or cumberland counties. We feel the area is underserved.”

Taking the non-profit route, the SJIac association plans to use YMca -style funding and community involvement to provide ice rink accessibility to South Jersey families. all board members are former figure

skaters or ice hockey players, as well as coaches and parents.

The organization members are hopeful that the future facility will serve as a catalyst for economic vitalization in South Jersey, drawing in local families and youth sports tourism. SJIac is seeking support from local developers to help move the plans forward.

“We’re hopeful and optimistic that they view us as the friends and allies that we are,” expressed SJIac co-President Jim O’Donnell. “Our proposal intends to gain widespread support from all over the broader South Jersey region. We plan to provide the support that is needed to make history and complete the Bader Field deal.”

The organization proposes that a small percentage of the proceeds from the Bader Field sale go toward the building of the new ice rink and athletic facility. Meetings are underway with the New Jersey Economic Development authority and crDa additionally, the SJIac association has raised just under $10,000 for future developments through direct donations and fundraising events. The immediate goal is to raise $50,000 to begin conceptual design and feasibility studies. a location for the facility has not been confirmed; however, SJIac intends to build in atlantic county.

For more information, to donate, or get involved, visit www.SJIac .org.

3 Upcoming Arts Events You Want To Know About

By Raymond Tyler

Please make note of these 3 upcoming arts and entertainment events you should have on your calendar.

Screening of Baad Ass Cinema

Friday March 31st at 7pm

The Stockton University Campus Center

Free Admission

The film Baad a ss cinema is a documentary that explores the african american film experience of the 1970’s. This era of film making gave us classic films like the original Shaft and cooley high and stars like Pam Grier. I am personally excited to see this film on a large screen.

5 Stars for all my film buffs.

For more information please contact Mohammed Jaradat at jaradath@ go.stockton.edu.

DJ Fah D’s 12th Annual Celebrity Birthday Bash

Saturday April 1st at 9 (arrive around 11pm though)

The Anchor Rock Club (New York Ave & The Boardwalk)

DJ Fah D is an atlantic city institution. There’s the boardwalk, salt water taffy and Fah. This party draws people from ac , Philly and New York. Fah D always brings out great DJ’s and an energetic crowd to his annual bash. If your plan is to be in bed by midnight? This may not be your party, however if

you want to take your best friend out for a night of loud music and a large crowd? This is your best bet.

For more information you’ll have to visit event brite.

Second Saturday’s Midtown

Saturday April 8th at 11am

Atlantic Cape Community College, Atlantic City Campus

1535 Bacharach Blvd.

Atlantic City, NJ

Every Second Saturday of the month atlanti c are and The South Jersey cultural alliance are bringing arts and culture to the Midtown area of atlantic city and all are welcome. april 8th will be the largest SSM event and the kick off for atlanticare’s Midtown, atlantic city Initiative. Bring the whole family out to see The ac Fire Department Truck and receive fun and valuable fire safety information. Mighty Writers will be at Second Saturday with free children’s books. Garland h olomon of Galica Graphics will be demonstrating how to draw your favorite super heroes as well as creating mind blowing art on the scene. This event always offers free healthy snacks and free parking and much more than we can include here. For more information please call 609-833-7409.

You can connect with Raymond Tyler via Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and Instagram @RaymondTyler2018.

SHORE FUNNY

Why is everyone so tired on April 1? Because they've just finished a 31-day March!

If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring? Pilgrims!

What do you get when you plant kisses? Tulips

What do you call a rabbit with fleas? Bugs Bunny

What's Irish and comes out in Spring? Paddy O'Furniture

How excited was the gardener about spring?

So excited he wet his plants.

THEME: THE 1960s

ACROSS

1. *Kennedy and ruby

6. credit card acr.

9. Just in case

13. Yemeni's neighbor

14. Scheduled to arrive

15. *First full-disk image of it was taken in 1966

16. alleviated

17. Wildfire remains

18. One born to Japanese immigrants

19. *"catch-22" author

21. *Oscar-winning leading lady of "Mary Poppins"

23. Green or black beverage

24. Piercing woodwind

25. Mom in U. K.

28. ____ and drab

30. Good-for-nothing

35. *TV's Batman, ____ West

37. Figure skater's jump

39. Make happy

40. hitchhiker's quest

41. *"Wilt the ____" of pro basketball

43. Femur, e.g.

44. cut it out

46. away from port

47. Largest organ of human body

48. Like anti-cruelty society

50. Same as #42 Down

52. Even, to a poet

53. roaster's spot

55. *It's the loneliest number

57. *Sam Walton's company

61. *haircut popularized by the Beatles

64. relating to axis

65. Pc brain

67. *Sting ray and Mustang, e.g.

69. Threshing hand tool

70. *"On ____ Majesty's Secret Service"

71. Dostoyevsky's novel, with The

72. Seaside bird

73. Tibetan ox 74. condemn

DOWN

1. *hasbro's G. I.

2. Same as ayah

3. Four six-packs

4. Genuflected

5. Sashayed

6. Month of Purim

7. abscess contents

8. repair

9. Bear's den

10. Gaelic tongue

11. Meat and potato dish

12. Not that

15. Take to one's heart

20. ____ Grey and James ____ Jones

22. Noggin or dome

24. #24 across players

25. *____ on Washington

26. Farewell in Paris

27. address to a woman

29. Just a little

31. Young socialites, for short

32. call forth

33. *Barbara Eden starred as one

34. *First american astronaut to orbit the Earth

36. Table in Spanish

38. Type of bargain

42. Best not mentioned 45. Ultimate goal

49. Slightly pointed on a hobbit 51. Pro bono 54. Scratchy's nemesis 56. chopin piece 57. Drift 58. rod for a hot rod

59. One with pants on fire?

60. Street in anytown, USa

61. Darkness or gloom

62. relating to ear

63. Poverty-stricken

66. cause of Princess' downfall

68. Pig's home

See Solution on Page 62

Up close and personal with blues vocalist Eliza Neals

man Daniel Ginsburg, whose stage presence/style was a little bit h enry rollins-esque (a compliment of course) and Gutter Drunk, whose anthem-like, sing-along tunes had the anchor crowd worked up nicely. Both the latter bands represent the burgeoning ac indie music scene well.

By Doug Deutsch

Don’t let april showers rain on your music parade, not when there’s so much great music happening here at the South Jersey shore.

Seen ‘n’ Heard: Flogging Molly at hard rock casino, the L a-based band put on a powerful show in the Sound Waves showroom, even without the presence of co-frontperson/violinist Bridget regan, who suffered a shoulder injury during one of the first shows of their current tour (she’s the wife of FM lead vocalist/guitarist Dave King).

Their Irish-flavored, celtic-influenced rock is infectious, perfect for hoisting a beer at the St. Paddy’s Day holiday.

NY hardcore staples the cro-Mags, fronted by OG bassist harley Flanagan, invaded anchor rock club in atlantic city on a cool recent Sunday night and put on a hot show, replete with stage divers and mosh pit, with nary an injury or scuffle to report.

Two opening bands from our area preceded the cro-Mags and deserve mention: Jumpship, with lively front-

Speaking of anchor, can’t wait for the april 7 show by NY indie-pop/punk darlings cumGirl8, founded in 2019 by Lida Fox, Veronika Vilim, avishag cohen rodrigues, and chase Lombardo, who describe themselves as a “sex-positive alien amoeba entity” (okay?!) and are active not only in music, but also film, fashion, and publishing, and whose style and artistic practice are shaped by “an opposition to patriarchy and capitalism.”

Also on the Bill: Not Yer Baby, cheeky, Ugli, and deejay set by Molly ringworm. Stephen Weiss and Norstep are back at arc with Spring Forward on april 15, “five indie bands playing extended sets - local band Dead Season from cape May; Dogbeach, from up North, ripped; young sensation Kobi reese; and somewhere in between we have Second half comeback. a Jersey-filled lineup sure to blow you away,” says Weiss.

Lastly, veteran hip-hop/rockers Limp Bizkit front-man Fred Durst will be at the New York ave. club on May 5 for the Sad and Boujee Official Bamboozle afterparty. Limp Bizkit play the Bamboozle Festival May 5-7 at Bader Field with rick ross, Steve aoki and others.

Never been a big fan of this group, but can’t argue with their past success.

Info: www.hardrockcasino.com; www. bamboozlefestival.com; www.anchorrockclub.com; www.instagram.com/ norstepproductions.

All Eyes On Eliza: Straight outta Detroit, powerhouse blues vocalist Eliza Neals visits Lizzie rose Music room in Tuckerton on april 8.

“ really looking forward to headlining the fabulous Lizzie rose Music room,” Neals told Shore Local via email. “This is your chance to see my band and I get up close and personal in an intimate setting, so bring your sweetie and friends because we will have a natural ball.”

Neals has risen the ranks to national blues festival headliner, and many of her songs are in heavy rotation on B.B. King’s Bluesville/Sirius XM. Info: www. lizzierosemusic.com; www.elizaneals. com.

Rick Wakeman, Keyboard Wizard: If you’re anywhere between the ages of say, 40 and 70, you’re likely familiar with the UK-based progressive rock group Yes, who ruled the FM airwaves during part of the ’70s and ’80s. Wakeman is a prolific keyboardist and composer who comes to the hard rock casino’s Sound Waves this Friday, March 31.

he played keyboards on many of the group’s most influential albums, including “Fragile,” “close to The Edge,” “Tales From Topographic Oceans,” and others, reuniting with the group to tour from 2016-2020.

Wakeman was also a member of somewhat-influential Brit folk group The Strawbs before joining YES and collaborated with the late, great David Bowie, performing on the classic Bowie track “Sound Oddity,” as well as on songs by music greats cat Stevens, Elton John, Marc Bolan, and Lou reed. Wakeman’s discography includes over 90 solo albums. www.hardrockcasino. com; www.rickwakemansmusicemporium.com.

Band of the Week/The Arato Brothers: My Shore Local colleague Marc Berman brought to my attention a talented young band called The arato Brothers, teenage Filipino-american siblings consisting of Jun-Gabriel arato on keyboards and vocals, Jay- rafael arato on lead guitar, Sean-Nathaniel arato on drums, and Darwin-Miguel arato (diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder) on bass.

The quartet all share vocal duties and perform a variety of genres, but are more influenced in classic rock, alternative rock, progressive rock and experimental. The arato Brothers will perform at the 2023 Elephant Talk Indie Music Festival on June 11 at Moonshiners Bar and Grill.

They’ve won many awards, including Teen Band of the Year at the Elephant Talk Indie Music awards in 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021. Their first EP was released in 2017.

The arato Brothers Band are strong advocates of autism awareness and autism acceptance. Info: https://www. facebook.com/aratobrothers.official; www.moonshinersbarandgrillnj. com;

https://www.facebook.com/elephanttalkindie/

Doug is the owner/operator of Doug Deutsch Publicity Services, which since 1995 has been servicing nationally touring acts, and working record release campaigns for clients. Doug also hàs experience writing for the one time shore-based weekly publication, Whoot! He also was a team member with Chip Braymes Advertising. Doug loves bicycling and aspires to bring the Blues to Atlantic City. He can be reached at ShoreLocalDoug@gmail. com and www.facebook.com/ dougdeutschpublicity.

VENTNOR | $1,050,000

6 BEDS, 6 FULL BATHS & 2 HALF BATHS CUSTOM BEACH BLOCK NEW CONSTRUCTION WITH POOL AND ELEVATOR!

$1,799,000

4 BEDS, 3 FULL BATHS. A HUGE 95X65 LOT WITH A HEATED GUNITE POOL IN MARGATE!!

MARGATE| $1,349,000

CITY | $650,000

$1,895,000

4

BEDS, 3 FULL BATHS!!

MASSIVE BEACHBLOCK WITH OLD SCHOOL CHARM, ENDLESS DIRECT OCEANVIEWS THAT GET BETTER ON EACH FLOOR!

CALL PAULA FOR MORE INFO! CALL DANA FOR MORE INFO!

CALL PAULA FOR MORE INFO! CALL PAULA FOR MORE INFO! CALL DANA FOR MORE INFO! CALL DANA FOR MORE INFO! CALL TODD FOR MORE INFO! CALL TODD FOR MORE INFO! CALL DANA FOR MORE INFO! CALL DANA FOR MORE INFO! CALL BRIAN FOR MORE INFO! CALL FOR INFO! CALL TODD FOR MORE INFO! CALL TODD FOR MORE INFO! CALL DANA FOR MORE INFO! CALL FOR MORE INFO!

$1,199,000

WOW!! YOU WON'T BE ABLE TO BEAT THIS CORNER PROPERTY AND THIS AMAZING FRONT WRAP-AROUND PORCH!!

MARGATE | $1,795,000

5 BEDROOMS, 3.5 BATHS, OPEN FLOOR PLANS WITH A 4-STOP ELEVATOR!! DONT FORGET..... THE BUILT IN HEATED POOL!!

CALL PAULA FOR MORE INFO! CALL PAULA FOR MORE INFO!

$1,600,000

4 BEDS, 3 FULL BATHS, A FABULOUS BEACHBLOCK HOME! AMAZING LOCATION JUST 5 HOMES OFF THE BEACH AND BOARDWALK!!

$1,149,000 MOVE-IN CONDITION HOME WITH 4 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS ATTACHED GARAGE, HUGE LIVING ROOM, INCREDIBLE BACKYARD, A GREAT, QUIET LOCATION!!