SHORE LOCAL | Coastal | June 22, 2023

Jam Packed with June Events

Beachstock Festival to Kick Off Summer

Locals Push Back Against Wind Projects

Hermit Crabs: Life in a Mobile Home

Peace, love and hermit crabs

for many families. I know it was for mine.

Our three children got their first hermit crabs around the age of 6. Friends were visiting with their two children who also got their first hermit crabs. Oh the excitement that ensued!

From the Editor

Hermit crabs and the Jersey Shore go together – just ask Martin Z. Mollusk, the famous Ocean City mascot.

You can't miss them as you wander down the boardwalk. Hanging from their wire cages, hundreds poke out of their shells, scrambling over one another. They range in size from tiny to nearly the size of your fist.

Children clamor around choosing their new friend with excitement. The parents however, look a little less excited, as they inquire about what they need to purchase to care for their newest family member. In the end the family walks off; the child carrying the hermit crab in a little box – looking no less proud than a new mom leaving the hospital.

Getting your first (second or third, etc..) hermit crab is a rite of passage

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There were hermit crab races across the kitchen floor, race courses constructed out of elaborate cardboard box cut outs and even the hermit crab “Olympic Games.”

The crabs rarely pinch, but if they do, they are notorious for nOT letting go. That happened to my daughter once. She ended up flinging it off her finger in her bedroom. Her brother and sister and I spent an hour looking for it, amongst her toys, books and piles of stuffed animals. At last, we spotted it under her bed. Her brother then "saved" her by placing it back in its cage with the lid secured on tightly. That was her last hermit crab.

However, between her brother and sister, hermit crabs maintained their presence in our home for at least another 10 years.

Once we let our son purchase one of the largest hermit crabs I've ever seen on the Wildwood Boardwalk. He walked away proudly with it in a

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cardboard travel box. By this time, we had many cages and accessories at home for the crab's comfort. We decided to stop for ice cream before driving the 45 minutes home. When we came back to the car, though , the crab was gone. It had broken out of the box and was loose somewhere in the car.

After a lengthy search, there was still no hermit crab to be found. u ltimately, we had to get in the car to drive home, knowing that this BIG crab was lurking about. That's the moment I realized just how scary these creatures are! I kept nervously looking over my shoulder and under my legs, waiting for the pinch that felt imminent.

Pull over! I exclaimed as we headed north on the Parkway. “It” had peered out from under my seat. Whew! The rest of the ride was much more relaxing to say the least. Like mine, I’ll bet so many families could tell a hermit crab story or two.

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Check out the feature on hermit crabs on page 9, that is full of interesting facts and information on how to care for them.

n ow that it’s officially summer, it’s time for fun and adventure! Check out the listicle on page 44-45 with plenty of suggestions to add to your summer bucket list.

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Northfield woman crowned Miss New Jersey

She gained entry into the Miss n ew Jersey competition via her title as Miss Cape Shores and will now go on to compete in the Miss America pageant.

Mozitis is scheduled to appear at Steel Pier in Atlantic City for its 125th anniversary celebration at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 22.

Victoria Mozitis, 22 of n orthfield, won Miss n ew Jersey at Resorts Casino Hotel Saturday, June 24. Mozitis is a 2019 Mainland Regional High School graduate and a recent graduate of Rider university.

Photos by Donald B. Kravitz

Donald B. Kravitz is an Entertainment & Special Events photographer for national publications including Getty Images & Miss America

Hermit Crabs: Nature’s Mobile Homes Taking Care of Our Crabby Friends

By Steffen Klenk

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

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

One of the most unique features of the hermit crab is its shell. These small, circular structures protect their fragile ligaments while maintaining

the amount of moisture required for their survival. One interesting fact is that they do not grow their own shells; they get their shells from other crabs, gastropods, and snails.

Hermit crabs use a molting process to grow and develop. For a period of one to two months, the crab will hibernate deep into the sand, at which point it will form a new exoskeleton. Once this process has completed, they will seek out a new shell to call home. Hermit crabs will also use their shells for added protection against a large number of predators including fish, snails, and blue crabs.

Before bringing your new hermit crab home, be sure it is set up with the proper environment. Make sure it has an enclosure that is about the size of a ten gallon aquarium. Its home should be equipped with an air screen and plenty of deep sand. Hermit crabs love to exercise, so ensure that they have plenty of room to climb and areas to hide in.

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

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

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

Fresh water is critical for the survival of your crustaceous friend. They use the fresh water to replenish, drink and bathe. Avoid tap water;

distilled water is required, as tap water is poisonous to them. They also require salt water that can be mixed from specific aquatic stores or purchased online.

Hermit crabs enjoy a diet consisting of fresh, natural foods. They have a sweet tooth and enjoy apples, pears, and even applesauce. To ensure good health, they need to be given plenty of nourishment rich in calcium and supplements. This, again, can be found online or at an aquatic store. Baby food works best. Avoid all processed foods. Buying painted shells may seem harmless and fun to look at, but it will also create an unsafe environment for your crustaceous friend. Over time the paint can easily chip off and get inside their food or water dish, which could cause hazardous effects. Make sure you have a variety of shells for your crab to choose from in its natural form.

With the proper amount of love and care, your hermit crab can live a long, healthy life.

Newly crowned Miss New Jersey celebrated in Northfield

ers, and local leaders.

Additionally, Mozitis was honored by northfield Mayor erland Chau, and Atlantic County, who celebrated her accomplishments, and introduced a proclamation.

By Steffen Klenk

In a spectacular show of community support, the new Miss n ew Jersey, Victoria Mozitis, was honored Tuesday evening by the City of n orthfield. The festivities started at Kensington Furniture, with a hometown parade down Tilton Road, across Route 9 and up Shore Road, led by members of the n orthfield Police and Fire Departments. Awaiting Mozitis at City Hall was an entire community of supporters, consisting of friends, family, area cheerlead -

Mozitis was crowned Miss n ew Jersey last Saturday at Resorts Atlantic City and is now slated to compete in the upcoming Miss America Pageant.

Photos by Steffen Klenk

Letter to the editor Support Offshore Wind Farms

As a dolphin and whale lover, I was dismayed when I learned of so many of these beautiful creatures dying and washing ashore. But to jump to the conclusion that their deaths were directly attributable to offshore wind farms seemed rash to me. After further research, I found, according to n OAA, D eP and other reputable scientists and researchers, there is no concrete evidence linking the windfarms to these deaths. Although there is credible evidence that the politicos raising the alarm and advocating shutting down these farms are backed by fossil fuel companies and their bottom line, that is, fears that the windfarms themselves are detracting from the tourist trade.

These wind farms are projected to produce 1100 megawatts of power –enough to power half a million homes in Southern nJ. In promoting clean energy, we help diminish the impacts of climate change and the devastating effects it has on our surrounding waters and sea life. If we really want to help, support and maintain marine wildlife, we can do so by creating a more viably sustainable ocean environment via the use of more clean energy, not less. The situation will continue to be monitored. In the meantime, and until we know more, please say “yes” to the clean energy produced by offshore wind farms.

Cynthia Grzywinski, Galloway

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Farmers Markets

Brigantine Farmers Market

▶Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Brigantine Community School parking lot Sheridan Blvd.

The Brigantine Farmers Market will be open to customers this Saturday and will run every Saturday, rain or shine, until Labor Day weekend. For more information, visit www. facebook.com/brigantinefarmersmarket.

EHT Community Farmers Market

▶Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Atlantic Christian School 391 Zion Rd. egg Harbor Township

..From Mystic Island to Ocean City!

Open Saturdays starting July 1st. Just Organics Marketplace and Honeytree Health host a Community Farmers Market on Saturdays in July and August, featuring a variety of local pesticide-free farmers, food vendors, artists and crafters. Come enjoy corn hole, live music, yoga and more. For more information, visit thehoneytree.net or e-mail wellness@thehoneytree.net.

Galloway Green Market

▶Thursdays from 4 – 7 p.m.

Historic Smithville Village Greene 615 e . Moss Mill Rd.

Open Thursdays starting June 29th. Go Green Galloway hosts their weekly Green Market, Thursdays through September 7, featuring locally grown produce, baked goods, prepared foods, handmade crafts, specialty breads and more. Visit gogreengalloway.org/greenmarket for information and updates.

Live Well AC Farmers Market

▶Tuesdays from 4 – 7 p.m.

Absecon Lighthouse 31 S. Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City

Open every Other Tuesday Starting July 10. Absecon Lighthouse will host the Live Well AC Farmers Markets. enjoy Free Yoga at 6pm sponsored by The Leadership Stu -

dio, along with Vendors and Veggie Booths. Markets held every other Tuesday in July and August, starting July 10th. For more information and to apply as a vendor, visit abseconlighthouse.org.

Margate Farmers Market

▶Thursdays from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Steve and Cookies Parking Lot

9700 Amherst Ave. Margate

The Margate Farmers Market is now open for the season. Markets will be open Thursdays through August 31. For more information, visit margatehasmore.com.

Ocean City Farmers Market

▶Wednesdays from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Ocean City Tabernacle Grounds

Asbury Avenue from 5th – 6th Streets

The Ocean City Farmers Market is open for the season. See dozens of vendors, and crafters in the street at 6th & Asbury Ave. For more information, call 1-800-BeACH- nJ or visit oceancityvacation.com.

Somers Point Farmers Market

▶Saturdays from 8 a.m. 12 p.m.

Somers Mansion 1000 Shore Rd.

Somers Point Farmers Market has returned to Somers Mansion for 2023. For more information, go to visitsomerspoint.com.

Ventnor City Farmers Market

▶Fridays from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

St. James Church n ewport & Atlantic Ave.

The parking lot at St. James Church brims with 60+ farmers, food vendors, and crafters offering fresh, seasonal picks, delicious artisan foods, baked goods, beverages, and beautiful handmade wares. Open Fridays through September 3. Visit vcfm.org to see a complete list of vendors and sponsors.

With comments about to close on next big wind project, resistance mounts

Right now the closeout date for comment is July 3. Sera, who has been leading the call for a pause on offshore wind development since marine mammal deaths began happening late last year, is asking for a 90-day extension.

lic meetings, the first being Wednesday, June 21 in Manahawkin.

By James FitzPatrick Contributing Writer

More than 6,200 pages of data and scientific discussion in just 45 days.

That's what the Bureau of Ocean energy Management has asked the public to review in the draft environmental impact statement for the massive 200-turbine offshore wind project known as Atlantic Shores South.

That’s too much in too little time, say leaders of local coastal communities.

“With over 6,200 pages, it’s simply unrealistic to expect the public to fully understand a document of this magnitude within such a limited time frame,” said Brigantine Mayor Vince Sera.

Longport is making a similar request, calling for an extension of up to 135 days.

“Contrary to the stated intention, the sheer length of the document and the limited review period of 45 days precludes meaningful public input, and is not consistent with a number of provisions of the Council of environmental Quality's n ational environmental Policy Act rules,” wrote Longport Deputy Mayor Daniel J. Lawler in a June 7 letter to the Bureau of Ocean energy Management.

“Our citizens must be provided a reasonable amount of time to comprehend this vast document and prepare their comments.”

The public will have the opportunity to meet with BO eM officials 5 p.m. Thursday, June 22 at the Atlantic City Convention Center to ask questions. It’s the second of two in-person pub -

There will be no stepping up to a microphone and addressing a panel before a crowd. Instead it will be an informal open house. There will be a series of project information posters staffed by BO eM experts who will share information on an individual basis. You can also leave questions or comments in writing, or provide oral comments by meeting with a court reporter.

Reports and documents up for review include the draft environmental impact statement, construction and operations plan and appendices, scoping summary and appendix, and a cumulative historic resources visual effects analysis. Counting appendices, in all there are 72 documents available for review and a list of acronyms in the glossary that tops 200. Follow this link to access all of them: https://www.boem.gov/ renewable-energy/state-activities/ atlantic-shores-deis-virtual-meetings

The documentation is massive because the project is massive.

The two-part Atlantic Shores

South, a joint venture between Shell n ew energies, LLC and Offshore Development, LLC, calls for up to 200 wind turbine generators, between 105 and 136 for Project 1 and between 64 and 95 for Project 2. Turbines will be located 8.7 miles from shore at their closest point with up to 10 offshore power stations.

Part 1 would be able to produce 1,510 MW of electricity; Part 2 targets 1,327 MW. It’s all routed through nearly 600 miles of high-voltage cable buried 6 feet under the ocean floor.

Both would be by spinning turbine blades with a maximum tip height of 1,048.8 feet – taller than the eiffel Tower. Turbines will be visible not just from the beach, but from points inland as well.

From fish to birds, bats to sea mammals, all will be impacted in various ways, the documents explain in minute details and scientific jargon.

There is a separate document called Appendix I: Finding of Adverse effect for national Historic Preser-

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vation Act (n HPA), which documents how the project would “cause adverse effects on historic property by altering, directly or indirectly, characteristics that qualify the historic property for inclusion in the national Register.”

Affected sites include well-known locations such as Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall, Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, Lucy, The Margate elephant, Margate Fishing Pier, Missouri Avenue Beach (Chicken Bone Beach), and the Ocean City Music Pier plus a number of historic districts in between.

Meanwhile, more and more groups are coming forward to say that what inspired those historic properties to be built in the first place – a beautiful ocean – is being put at risk.

Clean Ocean Action says while it can support reasonable and responsible wind energy development, the current process is “fast-track largescale industrialization without due diligence, transparency, and robust scientific baseline information and is not reasonable or responsible.

“The federal Bureau of Ocean energy Management (BO eM) released the 2,000 + page draft environmental impact statement, for oil giant Shell’s Atlantic Shores South. The public only has 45 days to review this monstrous document for offshore and onshore

impacts. Demand more time for review!”

Standing apart from the crowd is Cape May County Government, which is fully opposed to the projects by the Danish company, Orsted, that have been approved off of Cape May County beaches: Ocean Wind 1, and Ocean Wind 2.

On June 13 the Cape May County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to beef up its legal team.

Former n ew Jersey Superior Court Judge Michael Donohue has been leading the county's efforts related to offshore wind since 2020. now the county is hiring Cultural Heritage Partners based in Virginia to defend historic resources in the county. The county has also brought in the Washington, D.C. based Marzulla Law Firm, which specializes in challenging federal regulatory decisions.

Anthony Bocchi of Cullen, Dykman in n ew York and Washington, D.C., will look at the

permits issued to Orsted by the new Jersey Department of environmental Protection.

Donohue will continue working for the county challenging approvals issued to Orsted by the n ew Jersey Board of Public u tilities in the Appellate Division of the n ew Jersey Superior Court.

Cape May County Commission Director Len Desiderio said unless studies can prove that the marine mammal deaths were not caused by the offshore wind surveying, the work should be halted.

“And if those studies show that our losses will be severe, then these windmills should not be built,” Desiderio said. “Our serious legal team will be looking for avenues to stop these projects from damaging our environment and our economy.”

He noted that Orsted has acknowledged that the windmills will be visible from every beach in Cape May County. The county also cites a Harvard study that concluded offshore wind will do more harm than good by blocking cooling sea breezes and could potentially be more harmful to the climate than burning fossil fuels.

Yet another front in the battle against Orsted was opened when on June 16, Save LBI, Defend Brigantine Beach and Protect Our Coast nJ teamed up to file a suit in Superior Court against nJD eP and Orsted over state approval of federal wind turbine leases off Atlantic City and

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The Federal Government has big plans for offshore wind development in the Mid-Atlantic coastal region as this graphic from the environmental impact statement shows.

Ocean City. The suit alleges that the decision “ignores evidence that turbines will cause major environmental damage to coastal zones.”

The case challenges n JD e P's approval of Ocean Wind 1. The 98 turbines, each weighing up to 5 million pounds “will crush and destroy the seabed.”

“D e P has acknowledged the wind turbines will destroy marine habitat, compress the seafloor, severely damage marine communities, compromise migration corridors for endangered marine mammals, cause commercial fishing stocks to decline, and injure the beach economy,” said

ations, and navigational safety, Rep. Chris Smith announced.

Smith and Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R 2nd) have been two of the loudest voices in Congress suggesting that there’s something fishy about the way the offshore wind policy is being pushed through at the state and national levels in spite of its potential harms and costs.

“This aggressive, independent investigation into the ocean-altering impacts of the 3,400 offshore wind turbines slated for the Jer-

energy economy by 2035, a pursuit that has only become more necessary and urgent as a result of the worsening climate crisis. In addition to limiting greenhouse gas emissions and powering more than 600,000 homes, Atlantic Shores South will generate thousands of good-paying jobs and nearly $2 billion in economic impact for the Garden State.”

For those who cannot make it June 22, there will be Zoom/telephone meetings 1 p.m. Monday, June

Tina Notaro brings joy to AC

for state the Board of Public utilities. With her career path interrupted by COVID-19 and missing her friends and family, Tina returned to Atlantic City with a desire to live life a little bit differently.

By Krystle J Bailey

Whether you’ve caught her in the community as a mermaid, juggling in the park, blowing bubbles with local youth, hosting sidewalk karaoke at 2 a.m., or curating all-night beach raves, if you’ve met Tina n otaro, you’ve felt her joy.

To put a title on who Tina is and what she gives to the Atlantic City community would be futile. Tina is someone who creates opportunities for people to express their authenticity in new ways. She encourages those around her to “get a little weird” simply by being who she is, which sometimes is a character named Sparkles at Boogie nights inside of Tropicana.

The Boogie n ights performer found her way into the entertainment industry following a brief career as the communications manager

“The world is changing so much. People are finding themselves without much purpose,” shares n otaro. “Atlantic City is a perfect-sized sandbox to find new ways of doing things, new ways of being. There is a lot of opportunity for people to find themselves, and that’s why I’m here.”

The 30-year-old Stockton university graduate began a collective of creatives that aim to create authentic experiences throughout the community. “ n oetrope” was created as an umbrella of pop-up experiences, concerts, and joy-filled moments in unexpected places.

“Music gives people a reason to live,” explains n otaro about her latenight sidewalk karaoke series. “It’s almost like a mirage.”

When Tina isn’t working her fulltime job as Boogie n ights’ Sparkle, she is hosting events with n oetrope, including the n ew Moon night Market, a hyperlocal monthly event at Anchor Rock Club. With local DJs and an open dance floor, the nighttime gathering gives small business

owners who can’t make it to daytime events an opportunity to showcase their work.

On the full moon each month, n oetrope brings the party to the beach for an all-night beach rave where attendees are encouraged to be nice, clean up the beaches, and spread radical love.

Tina is a licensed clown, an ordained wedding officiant, a juggler, and a press and media agent for local small businesses. Most of all, Tina says she is here to share her gifts of being a connector and someone who has an innate ability to bring positivity into a space.

“I believe in the Girl Scout idea of making a place better than when you found it,” shares the multi-talented artist. “I treat everything that way.” Information and dates for upcoming noetrope events can be found at noetrope.net.

Follow Tina n otaro on Instagram @noetrope and @futuristic.positivity.

Krystle J Bailey is a multimedia journalist, author and poet. Connect with Krystle on Instagram @thedailybailey5

Events and Happenings

Thursday, June 22

Surf & Soul Drum Circles in Atlantic City

▶5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Caspian Avenue Beach

Join Sea Goddess Healing Arts for their monthly Surf & Soul Drum Circle Series. This is a free jam series open to all ages. n o experience required. Bring an instrument if you have one. We’ll provide sticks and buckets to use during the drum circle. Come out and vibe with your tribe at the beach. For more information, visit seagoddesshealingarts.com.

Friday, June 23

Margate Beachstock Pregame Big Screen Baseball and Wiffleball

Homerun Derby

▶5 – 10 p.m.

Granville Avenue Beach

For the first time ever to kick off Beachstock, the Margate Business Association (MBA) will host a Free Wiffle Ball Home Run Derby. The derby will precede the big screen showing of the national League Champion Phillies vs. Mets, free of charge. First pitch is at 7:05pm. All participants in the derby will be divided into age

JUN E 23-SEP T 1

Friday Night Fireworks on the Beach at 10pm

JUN E 30-JU LY 2

Sports Card, Toys, Comics & Collectibles Show

JU LY 4

Independence Day Parade, Patriotic Pooch Parade, FREE Dance Party & Concert, and Fireworks Spectacular

JU LY 6 & 20 | AU G 3

Anglesea Night Markets & Food Truck Festivals

JU LY 7

Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival

JU LY 14-16 NJ Jeep Beach Invasion

JU LY 14-16

NJ State BBQ Championship & Anglesea Blues Festival

JU LY 22

Christmas in July Festivals & Golf Cart Parade

JU LY 26

Wildwoods Baby Parade

JU LY 29

Jus Nice Sneaker Convention

JU LY 29

Crest 5K Beach Run

JU LY 29-30

Beach Frisbee Tournament

AU G 11-12

Latin Music Beach Festival

AU G 11-13

Tattoo Beach Bash

groups (ages 6 and over). Refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information or to registers, visit margatehasmore.com.

Smithville Car Cruise

▶5 – 8 p.m.

Historic Smithville 615 e . Moss Mill Rd.

A car cruise at Historic Smithville is simply a great place to hang out with fellow car enthusiasts. Car cruises are held on the second and fourth Friday from May through September. Just drive to the side parking lot of the Village Greene and near the red covered bridge; you will see orange cones set up. Move a cone and park your car. For more information, visit www.historicsmithville.com.

Saturday, June 24

Margate Beachstock: The Planet’s Biggest Beach Party

▶8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Granville Avenue Beach

What’s better than a daylong party on the beach? Admission is Free and no beach badges are required at the event. This year’s event features new food vendors, kid’s activities, live music, free surf and kite lessons and so much more. And as twilight turns into evening, the bonfire is lit and the excitement continues with a Samoan fire knife performance by the South Pacific Island Dancers. Plus, children and their families can enjoy a movie on a digital big screen. For more information and a full schedule of activities, visit margatehasmore. com.

Red Bull Foam Wreckers

▶8 a.m.

Granville Avenue Beach, Margate

n ew for Beachstock 2023 will be the Red Bull Foam Wreckers Soft Board Surf Classic. Only soft surf boards are used in this contest, Minimal rules, and maximum fun; just brings yourself and some friends.

Boards and Wiiings provided. Registration is open online at redbull. com/us-en/events/foam-wreckersmargate-city. For more information and a full schedule of Beachstock activities, visit margatehasmore. com.

Brigantine PBA Annual Bike Rodeo

▶9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Brigantine City Hall 1417 W. Brigantine Ave.

Brigantine PBA presents its annual William O’Brien Memorial Bike Rodeo this Saturday on the 14th Street side of City Hall. There will be plenty of fun and giveaways. For ages 16 and under; bring your bikes. For more information, contact Colleen Felix at (609) 266-7600 ext. 283.

Ocean City Antique Auto Show

▶9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Ocean City Tabernacle Grounds

6th & Asbury Ave.

Over 300 vintage vehicles will be on display, followed by a boardwalk parade after 2pm. For more information, visit jerseycape.aaca.com.

Mays Landing Hometown Celebration

▶10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Memorial Park Main St. & Route 50

The Mays Landing Merchants Association will present the 25th Hometown Celebration, a time-honored tradition that attracts thousands of visitors each year, that celebrates community pride and local business. There will be games for kids and adults as well as food vendors, craft vendors, local fire and rescue and much more. new this year is a “Chalk Walk,” a free, fun kids’ activity created by the Creative Sustainabiliteam, sponsored by ASAPP and Amethyst Health. Come on, come all. For more information, visit mayslandingmerchants.com.

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Discover Ocean Outdoor Teak and Poly Outlet

Depleted furniture inventory not a problem here

As w e enter into the summer season, many shore homeowners and businesses are thinking of updating their outdoor spaces. When it comes to the indoor comforts of home outside, Ocean Outdoor Teak and Polly 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

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

Poly only needs 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.

May-Lewes Ferry, Hyatt Penns 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 this season.

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.

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

Somers Point Art in the Park

▶10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

John F. Kennedy Park 24 Broadway

Somers Point Arts Commission hosts this one-day outdoor festival overlooking the beautiful Great egg Harbor Bay. Features include the exhibit and sale of fine art painting, photography and sculpture with a People’s Choice award. There will be music throughout the day, a children’s Clothesline Art exhibit, art activities for kids, food and much more. It is free and open to the public. For more information, visit artintheparksomerspt.weebly.com.

Summer Kickoff Food Truck Festival

▶2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Galloway Municipal Complex 300 e . Jimmie Leeds Rd.

Galloway Township Community Services proudly presents their Summer Kickoff Food Truck Festivities. enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, kids activities, and live music by The Whitewalls. For more information, visit www.gtni.org. Rain Date: Sunday, June 25.

Tropicana Atlantic City Fireworks

▶10 p.m.

2831 Boardwalk

Tropicana Atlantic City lights up the sky every Saturday from Memo -

rial Day Weekend through Labor Day, including Tuesday, July 4. Fireworks are launched from the beachfront and can be viewed along the boardwalk.

Sunday, June 25

Kristen Chenoweth performs with the Ocean City POPS

▶7:30 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk

e mmy and Tony Award winning actress and singer Kristen Chenoweth’s career spans film, television, voiceover and stage. In 2015, Chenoweth received a coveted star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame. Tickets can be purchased online at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice, at the Music Pier Box Office or by calling (609) 399-6111.

Monday, June 26

EHT Monday Morning Madness

▶11 a.m.

Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater in Tony Canale Park

Join eHT Recreation for Monday Morning Madness. This week, Family Stages presents “Puss in Boots.” Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers

▶7 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk

The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets available at Ticketmaster. Produced by BRe Presents.

Tuesday, June 27

The Rascals

▶7 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk

The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets available at Ticketmaster. Produced by BRe Presents.

Wednesday, June 28

Wacky Wednesday: Taffy

Sculpting

▶10:30 a.m.

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk

use your creativity to shape and sculpt Shriver’s salt water taffy into your very own unique masterpiece. The contest is free but open to the first 250 participants. Open to all ages. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Wednesday Night Comedy at Ventnor Square Theatre

▶8:30 p.m.

5211 Ventnor Ave.

SoulJoel’s presents Wednesday

night Comedy with standup comedian Yannis Pappas. Also a podcaster and TV host, Pappas has appeared multiple times and is a regular on The Joe Rogan e xperience, Tim Dillon show, 2 Bears 1 Cave, and Tigerbelly. Purchase tickets online at squaretheatres.com/ventnor.

Saturday, July 1

Ventnor Ocean Breeze Art & Fine Craft Show

▶9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Ventnor Cultural Art Center 6500 Atlantic Ave.

Come out and support local artists with original, handmade work. Artists will have paintings, photography, poetry, fabrics and clothing, jewelry, mosaics, and more.

Weymouth Township & Estell

Manor Fireworks

▶7 p.m.

45 South Jersey Ave. Dorothy Music starts at 7 p.m. Fireworks at dusk. Snack concessions will be available.

Tuesday, July 11

Muckdogs 13U Baseball Tryouts

▶6 p.m.

Fernwood Middle School 4034

Fernwood Ave. egg Harbor Township

The Muckdogs Baseball Club 13 u will be holding tryouts for their fall season, winter workouts and spring/ summer. All positions considered. Players can contact Tom Sausto at (609) 287-4530 or email coacheht@ yahoo.com for additional information. The club is also seeking volunteers to coach at different age levels.

Multi-Day Events

Open Mic at Ventnor Coffee

▶Thursdays, 6:30 – 9 p.m. 108 n . Dorset Ave. Ventnor Ventnor Coffee hosts Open Mic every Thursday. Come early to sign up. Bring your songs, poetry, and jokes. Singer songwriter Pete Glaze will perform from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The Somers Point Art in the Park is Saturday June 24, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at John F. Kennedy Park

Somers Point Dance Society

▶Tuesdays, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.

Somers Point Fire Co. #1 447 Bethel Rd.

Come out to Somers Point Fire Co. #1 every Tuesday for social dancing, line dances, dance mixers, and more. Light snacks included in admission. $10 live musical duo each week. Call Rita Voli at (609) 408-3619 for information.

Health and Wellness

Meetings for Family Members of Individuals Affected by Mental Illness and/or Substance Use Disorder

▶Thursday, June 22, 10:30 a.m. Daytime meetings are 10:30 a.m. on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month, evening meetings are the third Thursday at 7pm. Offered by the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County through the Intensive Family Support Services program. Call (609) 517-8614 for more information on how to participate.

Dementia Support Group

▶Wednesday, July 5, 1:30 p.m.

6009 Paul and Thelma Lane, Mays Landing

Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1:30 – 3 p.m. Call Diane Conover at (609) 4026966 for more information.

NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups

▶Monday, July 10, 7 p.m.

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 606 Shore Rd. Somers Point

Participants gain the support of their peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. For more information and to register, please visit 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 1830. Boomers, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, and many others.. 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. unitedbywellness@mhanj.org or by calling the Mental Health Association 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 day-to-day mental health. These daily groups include meditation, art, music, journaling, eating healthy, exercise, spirituality, adult coloring, gratitude, and more. Call (609) 6523800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj. org.

Senior Aging Experts

Information Senior Presentations

Available. Panel of experienced pro -

fessionals that cover many aspects of aging. This is not a sales presentation. Please call to arrange. For more information, contact Diane Conover at (609) 402-6966.

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Let us know about it! Submit your next event to shorelocalevents@gmail.com.

Postcards From The Past

Somers Point beach at New Jersey avenue, circa 1930.

Tips for bringing kids to the beach

By Krystle J. Bailey

As a Jersey girl born and raised, you will find me at the beach as soon as the warmth of the sun touches my skin and well beyond Labor Day. The beach is my favorite place to just “be.” As a mom, I’ve had to learn ways to enjoy my beach-induced peace while making sure my little ones are safe and have fun. As my oldest becomes a teenager this year, it goes without saying that we’ve gotten a little creative over the years.

Here are a few tips I picked up along the way that have made beach trips easier and more enjoyable for everyone.

Create a sand-free space. Whether you have a baby who needs diaper changes, a child in need of a nap, or an overstimulated kid who needs a sand break, sand-free spaces are day savers. For a DIY solution, turn a fitted sheet upside down and place beach bags, chairs, or sandbags in each corner to keep sand out. Add a bucket of water to rinse your feet off before stepping into the sand-free space.

Always bring baby powder. Baby powder for the post-beach cleanup

is an absolute must for everyone, from tough-guy dads to sensitive-skinned babies. It makes for a super simple way to remove sand from your skin. either splash it on after you leave the beach and have kids rub themselves off, or put the baby powder in a sock and use it to gently brush sand off of the skin.

Don’t forget the diapers. n obody is going to pick up a seemingly dirty diaper from the beach. That is a perfect, inconspicuous place to hide your car keys, money, and valuables. Wrap it all up into a (clean) diaper and throw it inside your beach bag. n obody will ever know! even if they assume, chances are they won’t risk finding out.

Beach rule #1: Don’t shake your towel. If you’re going to the local beach, you have to follow local beach rules. I’m not talking about beach tags or feeding the seagulls, though you shouldn’t do that either. The biggest beach rule that is guaranteed to keep your sand-loving neighbors at peace is: Don’t shake your towel!

The sand has to come out somehow, though, so bring a mesh bag or porous laundry basket. Drop all your sandy goods into the basket and gently shake the sand out, keeping it low to the ground and out of the wind gusts.

Reuse bun bags. A hungry kid in the sun on the beach is a surefire recipe for a less-than-exciting family day. Food and snacks are a must! With so many things to pack and think about, we have to get a little creative as parents. Reusing hot dog bun or Hawaiian roll packages is a great way to pack a lot of food without taking up too much space.

This could be done by cooking a pack of hot dogs, wrapping them in tin foil, and returning them to the bun package. It makes for easy packing in the snack bag. For a cold sandwich idea, slice a package of Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally while keeping each roll stuck together. Build a giant sandwich, replace the top half of the rolls, and return the

entire sandwich to the original packaging. n ow you have slider sandwiches for all the little sandy hands. Pack a clean makeup brush. This one is perfect for babies and toddlers. Grab a clean makeup brush and some cool sunblock to apply SPF to a child’s face.

Create a baby pool. If you have a busy-bodied toddler, the beach

can be a big place to think about keeping them safe. Grab a cheap tarp on your next trip to the store for the perfect DIY beach pool. When you get to the sand, dig a hole, then place the tarp inside. Cover the edges with sand and fill the hole with water. Bring toys and shovels for hours of safe fun for the newest beach babies. Another easy idea is to pick up a small blowup pool from the dollar store and blow it up when you get to the beach.

Look out for next week’s edition of Shore Local n ewsmagazine with part two and eight more must-know hacks.

Beachstock in Margate kicks off summer with its biggest celebration ever

Beachstock, The Planet’s Biggest Beach Party is back; bigger and better than ever. This year features new food vendors, more kid’s activities, enough live music to satisfy anyone’s taste, free surf and kite lessons, cornhole, volleyball and so much more! Beachstock, a Margate tradition for a dozen years, attracts thousands of visitors and returns to the Margate beach Saturday, June 24, 8:00 a.m. – 10 p.m.

(Rain date June 25) between Huntington and Granville Ave, Margate. New for 2023 - The Red Bull Foam Wreckers Soft Board Surf Classic will be held alongside Beachstock Saturday, June 24. Margate is one of only nine beaches in the u.S. to host this popular event celebrating the ubiquitous energy drink. This is the first time Red Bull Foam Wreckers has been paired with another event, promising a day-long festival

of sun-splashed kinship for all. The anti-surf contest surf contest 2023 tour arrives in Margate where only soft boards, friends and fun are allowed. Visit https://www.redbull. com/us-en/events/foam-wreckersmargate-city for event information and to register.

Also, for the first time ever to kick off Beachstock weekend , the Margate Business Association will host a free Wiffle Ball Home Run Derby, Friday, June 23 on Granville Ave. beach from 5 to 7 p.m. Same day, on site registration begins at 4 p.m. The derby will precede the big screen LeD digital showing of the n ational League Champion Phillies vs. Mets, free of charge. First pitch is 7:05 p.m. A home run derby on the Margate beach is believed to be the first ever in n ew Jersey, and promises to be exciting, challenging and fun.

All participants in the derby will be divided into age groups, (right now ranging from ages 6 to 74!), flex their muscles and have 10 swings to hit the most home runs in that age group for awesome prizes. The playing field will be complete with uSADJ entertainment providing play by play announcements and Margate’s very own little ‘Green Monster’ outfield fence constructed on the beach. For rules and to register in advance, go to www.margatehasmore.com. $2 hotdogs, snacks, soft drinks and $3 beers for adults will be available for purchase. WZXL 100.7 will keep the fun moving with dizzy bat races, frozen tee shirt contests and more. Sponsored by Colmar Home Center, WZXL, Wawa, uSADJ entertainment, Hartman Home Team, Sunrise Wine and Tequila Bar and Shore Local.

On Saturday, beach goers will have plenty of food to choose from whether it’s sizzling hamburgers or brain-freezing water ice from Margate Dairy Bar and Burger; crispy, zesty pizza from Jace’s Place; shrimp bangers and crab cake sliders courtesy of Vagabond Kitchen and Taphouse; savory tacos and bulging burritos from TacoCat and root beer served in vintage tin cups

by the ever-popular Tin Cup Soda. Culinary maestros Goodway Bakery and Mannino’s Cannoli express will be selling their mouthwatering assorted rum cakes and creamy cannolis. Smoothie fans can stop by California Frozen Yogurt and Shakes for an endless variety of concoctions using only the freshest fruit. South Jersey Smokehouse joins Beachstock with their tasty barbeque pulled pork and brisket.

Returning to Beachstock is the Sustainable Downbeach tent featur-

ing terrapins, fun environmental educational interactive activities, displays and more. Those wanting to learn more about what lives in our waters and all the beautiful aspects of our beach can meet at the 100.7 WZXL main stage for an environmental walk hosted by “Scuba” Steve Jasecki, a member of the Sustainable Downbeach team. The emerald Isle Academy of Irish Dance performers will again mesmerize Beachstock crowds with their highly choreographed, intense dance routines.

There are a ton of free activities like sand sculpting lessons with Matthew Deibert, Margate Fire Departments Cool Blast, Kids Treasure Hunt, limbo contests, surf lessons with Stacey’s Surf Camp, Air Circus Kite Shop single/double line stunt kite demonstrations and lessons, and WAWA Margate giveaways. The Margate City Police Department will be at their tent providing valuable public information and giveaways.

Back this year is the Cornhole Spring League Championship and Beachstock Family Fun Cornhole Tournament. Official rules will apply, and teams can compete to win cash prizes. Spectators and guests can watch the tournament from the Colmar Home Center Chill Zone featuring comfy furniture and refreshments. Children and adults can participate in this family fun competition. Register for the cornhole tournament or the Beachstock Volleyball tournament at margatehasmore.com.

A major feature of this 14-hour event is non-stop entertainment on the 100.7 WZXL main stage. Local sensation Teddi Fusco kicks off the event with the n ational Anthem. The musical lineup includes the ever-popular local feel-good rock and pop cover band n o Clue Trio. Country singing sensation nikki Briar will have event goers getting “a little bit country” with her dance lessons and crowd-pleasing performance. Beachstock favorite Mas Tequila Orchestra will perform a set of classic rock hits and reggae masters, Jah People headline evenings main stage playing reggae with a splash of funk, rock and soul! The WAYV Kids Stage will have a variety of kid-friendly entertainers and activities to keep the little ones engaged all afternoon.

As the shadows lengthen and twilight turns to evening, the beach bonfire is lit and the excitement continues with a Samoan fire knife dance performance by the South Pacific Island Dancers. At dusk, children and their families can spread out their blankets, kick back in their beach chairs and enjoy the movie, “Finding n emo,” on a digital LeD big screen.

Festival goers can enjoy complimentary jitney shuttle service running 10 a.m.-10 p.m. along Atlantic Avenue between Coolidge and Fredericksburg Avenues and the eugene A. Tighe School. Beachstock is organized by the MBA in partnership with Margate City. For more information visit: margatehasmore.com.

Beachstock - The Planet’s Biggest Beach Party Schedule of Events

8:15 a.m.

Volleyball Competition Registration

8 :30 a.m.

Volleyball Competition Begins

1 0:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m

Margate Cornhole Spring League Championship-presented by Dr. Joseph Berretone, DMD

Margate Cornhole Beachstock Tournament - Registration

11:00 a.m.

n ational Anthem Performed by Teddi Fusco

Introduction of Margate Mayor

and Commissioners

Sustainable Downbeach environmental Walk (Meet at Main Stage)

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. No Clue Trio

Rock & Pop Covers

11:30 a.m.

Food, Tiki Beach Bar & Beer Gardens open

You must be 21 years of age or older to enter.

Crafters, Vendors, Sand Sculpting & Children's Sand Sculpting Instruction by Matthew Deibert, Bocce Ball,

Shuffleboard, Margate Fire Department "5 Minute Cool Blast” Top & Bottom of every Hour, Sustainable Downbeach displays & activities, WAWA giveaways.

12:00 p.m. - 4:0 0 p.m. Kids stage, a variStage, entertainment

Hula Hoop Contest, Students of Suzie ' n eu" n eustadter, The Sustainable Downbeach Team Presents: "Wonders of the Beach" with Scuba Steve, Children's eco-Friendly Treasure Hunt, South Pacific Island Dancers Interactive Activity & Limbo Fun,

emerald Isle Academy of Irish Dance, Special Appearance by Your Favorite Character

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

100.7 WZXL Frozen T-Shirt Contest

12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Air Circus Kite Shop free Kite Flying Lessons & Demos

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Stacey's Surf & Paddle - free lessons

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1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. South Pacific Island Tahitian Drums & authentic Dancers audience participation

2:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. n ikki Briar

A Taste of Country - A Lick of Rock performance. Learn to do a country

kite flying lessons & demos

4:30 p.m. - 6:0 0 p.m.

Mas Tequila Orchestra

Rock the beach with everything from Bruce Springsteen to Tom Petty

6 :45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

Movie: Finding n emo

line dance!

2:30 p.m.

Margate Cornhole Beachstock Tournament begins

(You can enjoy the tourney from the Colmar Home Center Chill Zone)

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Air Circus Kite Shop offers free

8:00 p.m.

Bonfire lighting on the beach

South Pacific Island Dance performance

8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Jah People

Reggae with a splash of funk, rock and soul!

25th Annual 'Brutus' Fluke Tournament

166 anglers tried their luck this past Saturday in the 25th Brutus Fluke Tournament. 48 fish were weighed in from 1.65 lb (17 in) to 6.07 lb (25 in).

The winners of the adult division were:

● 1st – Tina Sims on “MAZeL TOG” 6.07 lb. – 25.0 inches

● 2nd – n ick Giglio on “ e-FISH- nSe A” 5.26 lb. – 24.5 inches

The winner of the junior category (14 years & under) was: AJ Davis (The grandson of “Deep Water Steve’s Marina” Fame) whose fish was 4.05 lb. – 22 inches.

This category began in 2015 in an effort to get our youngsters involved this wonderful character building sport. The Junior division had 12 Anglers this year.

Bluefish

The 2023 bluefish winner was Tom Quarry with a 2.06 lb fish. Three of our 166 anglers picked up a bluefish this year.

Striper

The 2023 striper winner was Tim Fitzick from the “PIP” with an 8.16 lb – 28.5 inch beauty. Second place in this category was our youngest Junior Angler Cody Gregory with a 7.84 pounder.

This year’s 6.07 lb fluke winner was a mid range fish compared to the fish caught over the 25 year history of the tournament. (Smallest 3.16 lb Mike Miller in 2003 to the 12.05 lb giant caught by Bill weeks in 2007) This Years contest was our best tournament ever. Biggest turn out, most fish weighed in, and first time both auxiliary categories had entrees.

All funds collected will go to the good works of the eHT elks 2563 Lodge and Somers Point Amvet POST 911.

Old cars teach a social studies lesson

The Jersey Cape Region

Antique Automobile Club of America, in conjunction with egg Harbor Township's Alder Avenue Middle School social studies teacher Kylene Wood organized a classic car show for the 8th grade students. The show was the culmination of the students learning about the Industrial Revolution and the progression of the automobile throughout the 20th century. In addition, students have been learning about car modification in their safety features. Student’s interacted with the car owners to learn about each different automobile and how the different cars and decades were significant.

Photos by Lynn Wood

Whose back is the pack on?

of out-of-control teenagers on the beaches and boardwalks.

Summer 2021:

Bikers on the Boards

Six words on a Boardwalk Bench with Bill Quain

Alot has happened over the past few weeks in America’s Favorite Family Resort, and most people think it’s about time. A few years ago, Governor Phil Murphy passed a law that greatly restricted police forces’ interaction with young people. The Governor’s intent was to keep young people from receiving criminal records for smaller offenses. But, as so often happens with these efforts, there were many unintended consequences. One of the most alarming, at least to residents, visitors, and business owners in n ew Jersey shore communities, was an almost riotous congregation

Trouble first began to flare up in the summer of 2021, when large groups of teenagers swept the Boardwalk, disrupting families, swerving in and out of traffic, and endangering and frightening pedestrians. In addition, large groups of young people began roaming the Boards, scattering everyone in their paths. Where did these kids come from? using social media tools, they would “call” each other to a certain spot. As more kids arrived, the call for even more teens went “viral.” Once the party (or dangerous mob – depending on your age and sensibility) gained momentum, it was difficult to stop. And, once the teens discovered that police were not allowed (under State edict) to interfere, well… that was big news on social media as well!

Ocean City’s Beaches are Now Open

In the classic movie “Jaws,” the mayor of Amity, wearing a wild

SIX WORDS ON A BOARDWALK BENCH by

Bill Quain

sports jacket and a big smile, tells the television camera crew that despite the hungry shark devouring tourists, “The Beaches of Amity are Open.” And, while the mayors of Jersey Shore towns were not making that declaration, the State’s policies regarding police intervention were certainly spreading the word. On any given night, large groups of beer-drinking teenagers seized control of Ocean City’s beaches. With their backpacks filled with alcohol, and with raging hormones, the parties spun out of control. And later, the inventive and uncontrolled kids discovered a convenient place to get some privacy, as they began to use the newly built bathrooms for – well, we can only imagine. This mayhem continued, and steadily escalated, for several summers.

Come Down and Claim Your Kid

At an Ocean City Ward 2 meeting a couple of months ago, a police officer told a group of residents that the police were doing their best under the state’s restrictions. One of the policies they employed was to detain the more flagrant violators, and then call their parents to come down and pick up their wayward kids. This had some impact, as it forced parents to make the long drive down from Philadelphia (or wherever they were from). Of course, some parents weren’t too interested in being inconvenienced like this. As one city official put it, some parents asked the police to “call an uber” for their children. This parental attitude is an indication of just where the unruly behavior of the kids comes from!

Waking Up From a Bad Dream

Did you ever wake up from a bad dream, relieved to find it was over? Well… June 15, 2023 might be remembered as the day we all woke up. After several years of craziness, we may be taking back our beaches and Boardwalk. When Mayor Jay Gillian announced the beach curfew, the new “under 18” curfew, and the Boardwalk evening backpack ban, many of us wondered just how they were going to enforce the policy. Apparently, the administration was also thinking about

this. One of the most noticeable tools are the sliding barricades at beach entrances on the Boardwalk, used to “close” the beaches at 8pm. These barriers are more than just tools, they are an announcement that the City is serious. Of course, the barriers alone won’t stop the kids, but it’s nice to see visible and tangible signs that the City is claiming our beaches back.

But What About Mothers with Backpacks?

I began this column with the sixword statement, “Whose Back is the Pack On?” When Mayor Gillian announced the “backpack ban,” there was a flurry of protests from non-teenage people, stating that they needed their backpacks for carrying diapers, medicine, essentials, etc. Well, the new rules are a “work in progress.” Reportedly, exceptions to the ban will be made for parents using backpacks as diaper bags, people with medical devices, police officers, members of the media, and fishermen on the beach. Yes, the ban still might cause some inconvenience. But in the end, we’ll have a set of workable rules, and more importantly, a more comfortable, safer community. Ironically, as I was writing this last paragraph, I received a notice that a new post was made on Facebook to Ocean

City Chatters. Someone stated that his daughter needed a backpack for her ten-month old twins’ diapers. Others quickly commented with a link to an article that describes the already-approved exceptions.

But, don’t stop interacting on this

Here is more irony. It was social media that started the “crazy teenagers” syndrome that has gripped our resort. It will be through social media and newspapers like Shore Local that we will help Ocean City “tweak” the practical tactics needed to reclaim the sanity of the City. Let’s work it out together. And remember, if you have a Six-Word comment, just email me at bill@ quain.com. We’ll get your comment on our community’s Boardwalk Bench. And, as I say each week…

I’ll see ya in the papers!

Bill is a Professor in Stockton University’s Hospitality Management Program. He is the author of 27 books, and a highly-respected speaker. Even though he is almost totally blind, Bill is a long-distance runner and runs the Ocean City Half Marathon each year. He lives in Ocean City with his wife Jeanne, and his Guide Dog Trudy. Visit www.billquain.com or email him at bill@quain.com.

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Farmers market, concerts and car show highlight start of summer in Ocean City

The first day of summer is Wednesday, and that means the summer events in Ocean City will kick into high gear.

The weekly Farmers Market opens for the season 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday (June 21) on the Tabernacle Grounds at Sixth Street and Asbury Avenue. The marketplace features a wide variety of locally grown produce, along with crafters set up in the street. The Farmers Market will return at the same time every Wednesday through Sept. 13.

The Ocean City Pops will open its 2023 summer season with a soldout show featuring the Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 26 at the Ocean City Music Pier.

The award-winning actress and singer’s career spans film, television and stage, and she has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2009,

she received an emmy Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in “Pushing Daisies.”

In 1999, she won a Tony Award for “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” and she was nominated for her original role of Glinda the Good Witch in “Wicked” in 2004. She has been nominated for two emmy Awards and a People’s Choice Award for her role on “Glee,” and she also recently starred in Apple TV’s comedy series “Schmigadoon.”

Chenoweth is just the first special guest in a Pops season filled with special concerts under the direction of Maestro Vince Lee. Visit oceancitypops.org for a complete schedule and tickets.

The 2023 Boardwalk Concert Series at the Ocean City Music Pier continues with two shows this week. Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers will perform on Monday, June 26, and The Rascals take the stage on Tuesday, June 27.

Since winning a Grammy award as Best n ew Artist in 1987 with hits like “The Way It Is,” Hornsby has had a diverse career with his own bands, as a solo artist, and collaborating with other artists, such as the Grateful Dead and Ricky Skaggs. The Rascals are Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members who had a string of n o. 1 hits in the 1960s, including “Good Lovin’,” “Groovin’,” and “People Got to Be Free.”

The concerts begin at 7 p.m. at the Music Pier. Tickets for Hornsby and The Rascals are available through Ticketmaster, and a limited number are available (by cash or check only) at the Music Pier Box Office.

More than 300 vintage vehicles will be on display at the Antique Auto Show on Tabernacle grounds, Sixth Street and Asbury Avenue, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 24. A boardwalk parade will begin at 2 p.m. For more information, visit jerseycape.aaca.com.

The Ocean City Gardens Civic

Association will hold its annual Yard Sale at the Cardiff Triangle (Gardens

Parkway and Belfast Road) 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 24. Proceeds benefit annual scholarships.

The Friends and Volunteers of the Ocean City Free Public Library will hold a Summer 2023 Two-Day Book Sale in the atrium of the Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Avenue on Friday, June 23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, June 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, go to friendsvolunteersocfpl. com. Attendees are requested to provide their own tote bags. Cash only.

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Ocean City firsts

A Look Back

By Fred Miller

1879 —First American flag to fly over Ocean City had 38 stars

1881 —First celebration of Decoration Day (now called Memorial Day) was held on May 30. Gainer P. Moore lead a small group of men marching along Asbury Avenue

1881 —First Ocean City Sentinel published

1884 —First mayor elected— Gainer P. Moore

1884 —First councilmen elected—Parker Miller, William H. Burrell, Carrell Doughty and enoch Green

1890 —First school principal— Professor L. R. Thomas

1892 —First Ocean City Guide Book and Directory published

1893 —First trolley went into operation

1894 —First mayoral election to end in a tie

1897 —First Ocean City Ledger published

1897 —First street paved—First to Tenth street on Asbury Avenue

1897 —First person to own an automobile—Harvey Y. Lake

1900 —First jailhouse built on the corner of ninth Street and Asbury Avenue

1907 —First trolley from Atlantic City to Ocean City

1908 —The u no was the first theater built as a movie house

1911 —First mayor elected under the commission form of government—Harry Headley

1911 —The first elected commissioners—Harry Headley, R. Howard Thorn and John Marts

1912 —First 48-star flag waves atop flag pole in front of the new Wesley Avenue School

1912 —First mayor to sit in the electric chair at Sing Sing Penitentiary—Joseph G. Champion

1921 —First automobile dealer— edward G. Kurtz—Asbury Avenue and 12th Street

1924 —First issue of the combined newspapers—the Ocean City Sentinel-Ledger was published on February 29, 1924

Gainer P. Moore was Ocean City’s first mayor

The Summer of '65

Part 2 of an ongoing summer series

Prologue - The Murder of Harry Anglemeyer

By Bill Kelly

There's a statue outside of the n ational Archives in Washington DC called “Justice” inscribed with the words “What is Past is Prologue.” It's often said to mean that we are doomed to repeat history if we fail to learn its lessons, or as Peter Pan said, “This has all happened before and it will happen again."

But actually it comes from William Shakespeare's “Tempest.,” a play about a shipwreck, said to be based on the true life adventures of Captain Somers, whose ship ran aground in Bermuda in a storm. Captain Somers, the admiral of the Jamestown Colony fleet, is said to be related to Quaker John Somers, who came from White Ladies, england and founded Somers Point. Ocean City was once John Somers' cow pen and was called Cowpen Island, a name now given to the patch of sand on the causeway where the visitor’s Information station is located.

“The past is prologue” line from the “Tempest” comes at a time in the play where they are discussing a murder, and actually refers to how the past gives reason, meaning and motive to what is about to happen. Antonio says: “We all were sea-swallow'd, though some cast again, and by that destiny to perform an act whereof what's past is prologue, what to come in your and my discharge.”

Antonio is rationalizing that the murder they are about to commit is

an act of fate because of all that led up to that moment, so the past has set the stage for prologue, the next act – murder.

And so it was the murder of Harry Anglemeyer served as the Prologue to the Summer of '65, as it occurred on the previous Labor Day, 1964, the final day of the summer when the tourists and shoebees had one last fling before packing it in to go back to school or work and the real world. That was Harry' Anglemeyer's last day on this earth as he made his rendezvous with destiny at the Dunes.

Harry was a young and successful

boardwalk merchant who owned a chain of Copper Kettle fudge shops on the Ocean City, Sea Isle City, Wildwood and Atlantic City boardwalks. A suit and tie member of most of the local civic organizations, Harry made waves for his opposition to Ocean City's strict blue laws that prevented many businesses from opening on Sundays.

While the ban on the sale of liquor was a key element in keeping Ocean City “America's Greatest Family Resort,” Anglemeyer thought that the ban on retail business on Sundays was bad for the local economy, and there was mounting support for Anglemeyer's campaign to do away with the Sunday blue laws.

Although he had a girlfriend, Harry flouted some homosexual tendencies, which annoyed some of his more reserved and conservative civic club associates. So after a few anonymous complaints, on a day when the Mayor was out of town, the head of Public Safety D. Allen Stretch ordered a loyal patrolman “to get the goods on Anglemeyer,” which resulted in morals charges.

But the plan backfired when the Cape May County prosecutor indicted the cop too, since he admitted that he was party to the immoral act that

was alleged to have been performed at Anglemeyer’s swank apartment above his fudge shop on the Ocean City Boardwalk.

Anglemeyer was acquitted at the first of two trials, and he insisted the second triall proceed although they offered to drop the charges, he wanted to vindicate himself.

And so it was on Labor Day 1964 when Harry did what he did almost every night – he went bar hopping in Somers Point, joining the line of cars as they trickled over the causeway,

stopping for awhile as the bridges opened for boats.

Harry's first stop in Somers Point was just off the circle at Steels Ship Bar on Bay Avenue where the patrons were an older, quieter crowd than the young college kids who flocked to the rock and roll bars – Tony Marts next door and Bay Shores across the street. Harry bought drinks for a couple of young girls who used to work for him and told them he was bar hopping around the Point and asked them to join him, but they declined.

From Steels Harry went up the street to Gregory's where he told the bartender Vince Rennich to give him a short one – placing his thumb and forefinger a half inch apart as a sign to let up on the liquor in his drink. Harry had one short one at each of the places he stopped, which also included the Bali Hi - a Polynesian joint at Stinky Harbor, what is now Caroline's. That’s where Harry arranged for a post season party for his employees. Then he went across the bridge to O'Byrnes, which was an all night shot and beer and beer joint that later became Mothers. Harry then went a few miles down the road to the Dunes, which was so crowded the parking lot was full and cars were parked along both sides of the road.

Because the music in Somers Point bars ended at two in the morning, places like O'Byrnes and the Dunes on Longport Boulevard, were popular after hour joints. Other places that were open all night were Jack's Grove, which became the Attic and Boatyard, and is now the elks, and Brownies in Bargaintown. Since egg Harbor Township didn't yet have a police department there was little fear of the law at these places.

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The Dunes was eventually purchased by the n . J. Dept. of Fish, Game and Wildlife and is now a nature preserve - from one wildlife to another. But in 1965 it was the place to go after midnight and was usually packed until the early morning hours when the sun came up.

The Dunes was owned by John McLain, who also owned the historic General Wayne Tavern outside Philly, and John McCann, a prohibition era beer Barron from n orth Philly. They also jointly owned Bay Shores and built the Dunes because Bay Shores had to shut down at 2am and they needed a place for their customers who wanted to keep the party going.

The Dunes was open all night and most of the day, but the bands didn't begin until midnight, and played until the late hours of the morning, so it was night time when you went in, and since there were no windows, it was quite a jolt to walk out into the glare of the sun. Their T-shirts read “Bay Shores” on the front and rising sun on the back with the inscription: “Dunes 'Till Dawn.”

Sitting on a bar stool at the front door of the Dunes, young John McCann, Jr., the son of one of the owners, took a $2 cover from everybody going in, and had a wad of cash in one hand as he shook Harry's hand with

the other and let him in without paying the cover. McCann, Jr. would later be elected to city council and serve as mayor of Somers Point and like his father the bootlegger, young McCann would be arrested for importing tons of cocaine and die in prison. But in the summer of '65 he was the guy who took the money at the door of the Dunes.

Harry and McCann exchanged a few words about the success of the summer season, and once inside Harry walked past the bars and the band on stage and went up a flight of stairs to the private Sand Piper Club, which was for members only.

While they often hung from the rafters and danced on the bar downstairs, you could barely hear and feel the hum and vibes of the music as the Sand Piper Club was pretty quiet, and good for conversation. But when Harry arrived there were only a few patrons at the small bar. Harry had his usual, a short one, and then sat there and waited. He told the bartender he was waiting for someone, but didn't say who, and after awhile, before the sun came up, Harry left the Sand Piper Club to meet his rendezvous with destiny alone. From there we know from a teenage couple who were making out in a parked car that Harry had an argument with another man in a black suit and tie, and the

other guy punched Harry once and he went down, hitting his head hard on a concrete abundment. The other guy then just walked off.

According to the young couple, three young men, one in a red and white Ocean City high school football jersey, picked up Harry and dragged him a few feet and put him in the driver's seat of a parked car. They then walked away while the young couple went back to making out. Harry was still alive at that point, and if the three “Good Samaritans” as they were called, or the young couple had called an ambulance or drove him to the hospital, Harry would have lived and maybe would still be alive today.

So it doesn't appear that the guy who hit Harry actually wanted to kill him, but that was the result, and it was still a homicide.

By the time the sun came up, Harry was dead and someone had killed him, a murder – some would say a political assassination that would remain unsolved, as justice would never

be served, and as those who figured it out, for good reasons.

Harry died before the bikers came to town, so he wasn't around the following summer when things got crazy, but his murder would hang like a dark cloud over the island community of Ocean City, especially during the Summer of '65, when Harry's spirit could be felt during the on-going proceedings – and in some quarters, Harry's ghost still lingers today.

Harry Anglemeyer's murder served as a prologue to the Summer of '65, and provides a motive for the powers that be to continue their treachery and reactionary policies that would result in the man-made catastrophe that was now coming, a train wreck that couldn't be stopped.

As a Shakespearean play, if it wasn't so tragic it would be considered a comedy, and though in the end, Harry was the only mortal fatality, for the survivors it became a comic farce. n ext u p: The Beach and the Boardwalk.

The Little Gardens Club looks forward to 24th summer garden tour

Let It Grow

By Tammy Thornton

Have you ever wished you could experience the magic of a secret garden? Here is your opportunity to pull back the botanical curtain and visit private gardens in our South Jersey area. On Sunday, July 9, The Little Gardens Club of Atlantic City will hold its 24th summer garden tour from 9am to 3pm. This rain or shine tour will feature gardens from Linwood, n orthfield, e gg Harbor Township, Mays Landing, egg Harbor City, and Galloway.

As you explore the nine different gardens, you will learn their unique stories. While some of the gardens carry on a rich family history that spans generations, others have been planted around new construction,

using their existing woodsy setting as inspiration. Trees will tell the tale, from giant oaks so large that they dwarf 15-foot high rhododendrons, to ancient trees destroyed in storms. Over time, with hard work and perseverance, these gardens were lovingly brought back to life. Visit a four-story sycamore tree in egg Harbor City along with oak, black walnut, maple, cedar, magnolia, holly, persimmon, and other varieties of trees that provide food and shelter for wildlife. Touring the gardens will inspire you with creative ideas that you can implement in your own garden. Learn how fellow gardeners have created natural habitats for pollinators and lakeside critters resulting in breathtaking views for visitors.

The Little Gardens Club of Atlantic City celebrates its 101st anniversary this year. One of the oldest garden clubs in our area, it was founded in 1922 by women who summered in Atlantic City. Most of the members of that time were coming from larger homes and gardens in the Philadelphia and mainland areas. They considered their gardens at the shore their

“little gardens”, thus the name. From the beginning, money raised by holding garden tours was used to invest back into the community. During WWII when soldiers were in make-shift hospitals, the group

provided flowers and magazines for recovering soldiers. Today, the garden tour, which is always held on the weekend after the Fourth of July, continues to be a mainstay of the group. Proceeds from the tour

Picture courtesy of Lynn Wood, The Little Gardens Club of Atlantic City.

provide funds for local civic and environmental organizations including: South Jersey Plant Society, Linwood Arboretum, Ocean Heights Presbyterian Community Garden, Great egg Harbor Watershed Association, Pinelands Preservation Alliance, and Reeds Road Farm.

Throughout the year, the garden club hosts various events and bus tours. They also hold monthly meetings, hosting informative guest speakers. If you would like more information about the garden club or

upcoming summer tour in July, contact Janet Longo at (609) 226-6596. Tickets for this event can be found at the following locations: Joe’s Garden Center in Absecon, Lang’s Garden Market in Linwood, and Bob’s Garden Center in egg Harbor Township.

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Local fighter enjoys terrific MMA debut

at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

LaFragola had a huge crowd of supporters, most of whom sported "C.J. LaFragola" t-shirts and filling the arena with cheers.

By David Weinberg

Anumber of local fighters have enjoyed success in professional mixed martial arts in recent years.

Cesar Balmaceda (Atlantic City), Jeff Lentz (Mays Landing), and Tim Williams (Millville) all became champions in Vineland-based Cage Fury Fighting Championships while Lentz also won a title for Atlantic City's Ring of Combat.

C.J. LaFragola is hoping to continue that trend.

A former three-sport standout in high school and college, LaFragola's got his pro MMA career off to an impressive start on June 17 with a threeround, unanimous decision victory over Orlando, Florida's Aaron Walker (1-1) at CFFC 120

"I wanted to come out and put on a show for my friends and family," LaFragola said. "Hearing those fans cheering my name, that was just amazing. And it's a great feeling to do this in A.C. I've been coming to A.C. my whole life. I wrestled here (in the high school state championships) and now it's come full circle."

LaFragola, who is from Little egg Harbor, starred in baseball, football and wrestling for St. Joseph Academy in Hammonton. The 2015 St. Joe graduate focused on wrestling at Brown u niversity, then played football and baseball for Sacred Heart university in Connecticut. He knew he wanted to pursue a career in sports on the professional level and decided his brightest future was in MMA.

"I'm crazy and I'm willing to do anything," he said with a laugh. "I'd try out of for the (Philadelphia) eagles right now if they'd let me and I think I would make the team. And my dad would tell you that baseball is my best sport. But it's the one-on-one aspect of (MMA) that's great. You have an army of coaches and supporters behind

you, but at the end of the day, it's just you in there."

It is a philosophy he has literally carried around for years.

After the fight, LaFragola left the arena carrying a backpack over his shoulder. Inside was a copy of the 2011 movie, “Warrior.”

“It’s always been my favorite movie,” he said. “When I was wrestling at states in high school, (security guards) would check my bag and ask, ‘Why do you have that movie in there.?’

“It’s about family, overcoming challenges, and getting through the difficulties of live. It’s the story of fighting. It’s the story of life.”

It helped him get through an emotional week.

Before his pro debut, LaFragola attended the funeral of Sherry Schmidt, a close friend and training partner who was killed in a car accident earlier this month.

“It’s been a rollercoaster week,” said LaFragola, who wore a shirt with her picture on it after the bout. “A lot of emotions.”

Wes Hills continues to excel Wildwood native Wes Hills enjoyed an outstanding regular season for the n ew Orleans Breakers of the united States Football League.

Hills, a 2013 Wildwood High School graduate, led the league in rushing with 679 yards and finished second with 10 rushing touchdowns. Houston's Mark Thompson topped the u SFL with 14 rushing touchdowns.

The Breakers finished second in the uSFL's South Division at 7-3 and will face the first-place Birmingham Stallions on Sunday in the first round of the playoffs.

The 6-foot-2, 218-pounder is hoping to sign with a n FL team over the summer, which would mark another step in what has been a serpentine journey that has featured stints with two colleges and four franchises in three professional leagues.

Hills, 28, was a standout at the university of Delaware and Slippery Rock university (Pa.) before signing with the nFL's Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent in 2019. He was released with an injury settlement in August of that year, then signed with the Detroit Lions and scored two

touchdowns against Tampa Bay later that season.

He later he headed north and signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League. Last fall, he rushed for 384 yards and a TD on 69 carries and added 10 receptions for 105 yards, which led to him signing with the Breakers.

A.C. boxing heating up World championship boxing is returning to Atlantic City next month.

Interim IBF welterweight champion Jaron "Boots" ennis (30-0, 27 KOs) will defend his title against Venezuela's Roiman Villa (26-1, 24 KOs) on Saturday, July 8 at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall's Adrian Phillips Ballroom.

ennis-Villa will be the first world title fight held in Atlantic City since January 22, 2022, when Mark Magsayo upset WBC featherweight champion Gary Russell Jr. at Borgata Hotel, Casino & Spa.

ennis, a Philadelphia native, will be making his third appearance in Atlantic City. The 25-year-old earned a fourth-round TKO over Bakhtiyar eyubov in 2020 at Ocean Casino Resort after beating former contender Mike Arnaoutis of Somers Point in

2016 at Showboat Hotel.

Villa, 30, is returning to Atlantic City after posting an eight-round, unanimous decision over Janelson Figueroa Bocachica at Bally's Atlantic City last September. He has won seven straight.

The Premier Boxing Champions card will also include unbeaten Cuban middleweight Yoelvis Gomez (6-0, 5 KOs) vs. Marquis Taylor (14-1-2, 1 KO) and Allentown, Pennsylvania lightweight Joseph Adorno (17-2-2, 14 KOs) vs. edwin De Los Santos (15-1, 14 KOs).

Tickets to the card, which is being promoted by TGB Promotions, are available at Ticketmaster.com. The

fights will also be televised on Showtime Championship Boxing.

Millville-based Rising Star Promotions returns to Boardwalk Hall on July 22 with a show at the ballroom. Millville middleweight Thomas LaManna (35-5-1, 14 KOs), ranked no. 5 by the WBC, will meet Argentian's Juan Manuel Witt (33-1-2, 25 KOs) in the 10-round main event.

One of the more intriguing bouts is scheduled for the undercard. Atlantic City junior-middlweight Justin Figueroa (5-0, 5 KOs), a Holy Spirit High School graduate and Atlantic City lifeguard, will take on the aforementioned Lentz (5-1, 1 KO) in a six-rounder. Lentz, who competed in both MMA and boxing, is returning to boxing after an eight-year layoff.

Fun things to do at the Jersey Shore this summer

By Julia Train

It’s officially summer, which means there’s extra time to spend relaxing! Whether you live at the Jersey Shore or are just visiting and looking for things to do, here’s a list of activities to enjoy this summer.

•Visit Lucy the Elephant. Built in 1881, Lucy is about six stories tall and the oldest roadside attraction in America. After your visit, check out Ventura's Greenhouse next door for yummy food and drinks.

This year is the elephant’s 142nd birthday. The party is on July 22.

•Have a classic boardwalk night. Go to the rides, get Johnson’s popcorn, try the pizza at Manco & Manco, Kohr Brothers ice cream, miniature golf, buy salt water taffy, funnel cake

•Go to summer concerts and festivals. There’s Beachstock this weekend in Margate and free concerts in Somers Point and Ventnor and more! Check out the complete list here: https://shorelocalnews.com/morefree-concerts-gumbo-fest-comingto-point-free-concerts-in-ac/.

•Grab an iced coffee, a book and a beach blanket to spend some alone time outside. Go to a lake, beach or park. Spend some time reading, writing or just hanging out in nature.

•Visit some beach bars. If you’re of age, there’s Bally’s, The Point (Sea Isle and Somers Point), The Beach Bar at Hard Rock, and Landshark.

•Go to a winery. For those that are 21 years old or older, there are plenty of choices around the shore. There’s Willow Creek Winery in Cape May, Renault in egg Harbor City, and

Jessie Creek Winery in Cape May Courthouse to name a few.

•Try a new kind of food. Are you a foodie? There are a plethora of restaurants at the Jersey Shore, which means so many different types of food to try. Some options include all-you-can-eat crab legs every Sunday, Monday and Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City, Hot Dog Tommy's in Cape May and numerous fine dining options in Atlantic City.

•Go on a road trip to Cape May, Wildwood, Philly, Washington D.C., or even head a bit north to Grounds for Sculpture.

•Go to Showboat. Is it too hot or raining outside and you need to keep the kids busy? Go to the Showboat for some indoor activities! There are go-karts, the Lucky Snake Arcade, and Island Waterpark, which is opening soon.

•Spend some time on the water. Go for a boat ride, go kayaking, hop on a Jet Ski or jump on a paddleboard. If you don’t own any of these items, you can rent them!

•Visit Morey’s Piers in Wildwood. Can’t decide between rides or the water park? Why not both!

•Attend farmers markets. Here’s a list of this summer’s markets: https://shorelocalnews.com/farmers-markets-9/.

•Have a picnic. Find a spot with a nice view, like Corson’s Inlet or the beach, and bring whatever food you want.

•Hang out with some animals. Try going to the Funny Farm Rescue in Mays Landing, Reed’s Organic Farm and Animal Sanctuary in egg Harbor Township and the Cape May County Zoo.

•Get creative. Do some arts and crafts at home or go to a place where you can make and paint ceramics, like Glazed Over in Ocean City.

•Go to a Phillies game. If you like sports, you can attend a game for $30.

•Try yoga outdoors. Grab your yoga mat, and try yoga in a new setting. You can either join a class

that goes outside or follow a YouTube video.

•Try a new hobby. Surfing, gardening, painting, and photography are some examples.

•Storybook Land. Want to know what it’s like to be inside a fairy tale? Check out Storybook Land. It’s great for the whole family.

•Soak in those rays. This one is pretty obvious because it’s summer, but you can’t sleep on the classics! Have a beach, lake or pool day. Pretty much any open area near a body of water will feel extremely relaxing.

Assets are growing at Reich in Marmora

Business Buzz

By Rich Baehrle

Eric Reich of Reich Asset Management says his business is experiencing remarkable growth, surpassing all projections.

“We have literally quadrupled the size of our business during the past five years,” Reich said.

It is truly a team effort with eric at the helm along with Amy Mahon, who is his director of operations and marketing, Kyle McClure financial advisor, and Janna Mehic customer service.

The firm was located at 110 Roosevelt Blvd. since 2012. They recently moved across the street to 105 Roosevelt, Marmora, to a 10,000-squarefoot building. The firm will occupy the first level. The building was the former Ocean City Bank and Ocean First Bank building.

eric had the vision to transform the building and totally renovate it into a Class A building. n othing resembles the former bank. From top to bottom, every detail has been addressed.

The building also features a spectacular conference room on the upper level which can accommo -

date 30 plus people. It will feature a state-of-the-art video screen for presentations.

The room will be used for educational purposes for clients and various community events. In addition to the conference room, there is a custom deck for entertainment.

Available now is a beautiful vacant 3,400-square-foot office that said will be occupied by another business, hopefully a firm that will complement Reaich Asset Management.

eric is president and founder of Reich Asset Management, LLC. He relies on his more than 25 years of experience to help clients have an enjoyable retirement while preserving their principle and designing a plan for their retirement assets to last a lifetime.

He is a graduate of Richard Stockton u niversity where he earned a bachelor arts in business management. The Certified Financial Planner has obtained his Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), his Chartered Life u nderwriter (CLu) and Chartered Financial Consultant (CHFC) designations.

He was appointed to the Kestra Advisor Council in 2020 where he serves among an elite group of financial advisors across the country providing feedback to Kestra.

In 2021, he was chosen one of Atlantic City Weekly’s “Top 40 under 40.” eric has been quoted and featured in publications such as Kiplinger, Cnn Money, MarketWatch and uSA Today.

In addition, he has appeared on

several episodes of South Jersey Business Journal with Joe Molineaux.

You can listen to eric live every Monday on 1400 AM WO n D, and you can read his weekly column “The Reich Report” in Shore Local n ews magazine. He is also a member of ed Slott’s elite IRA Advisor Group.

You can see the building for yourself from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 24, where you can meet eric Reich and his team. If you have questions, call 609-486-5073.

at the Shore

Whitney's Weekly Picks

Website: SteelPier.com

The City Pulse with Whitney Ullman

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.

What: Steel Pier 125th Anniversary

Where: Steel Pier on the Atlantic City Boardwalk

When: Celebrations All Summer Long

Located on the world-famous Boardwalk in n orth Beach Atlantic City, just steps from casino resorts and n ew Jersey’s beautiful miles of beach, the Steel Pier is shore to excite you. Whether you are skyrocketing to the stars over the ocean, or gathering for an event with the best view in town, the Steel Pier offers fun for everyone!

Whatever you choose, brace yourself for great action!

Who: The 5th Dimension

Where: Resorts Casino Hotel

When: Friday, June 23

Time: 9 p.m.

Website: resortsac.com

Known for songs “ up, up and Away” and “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In,”

don't miss out on soul and R&B group The 5th Dimension performing live at Resorts Casino.

Who: 38 Special

Where: Hard Rock Hotel and Casino

When: Friday, June 23

Website: hardrockhotelatlanticcity. com/event-calendar

Hold on loosely as 38 Special returns

to Atlantic City to perform live at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino’s Sound Waves.

Who: Gladys Knight

Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa event Center

When: Friday, June 23 Time: 8 p.m.

Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/tears-forfears

The empress of Soul, Gladys Knight, is a seven-time Grammy winner. Don’t miss your chance to spend the evening with Gladys Knight live at Borgata’s event Center!

What: 48 Blocks: A Community Weekend

Where: Various locations throughout Atlantic City

When: Saturday, June 24, and Sunday, June 25

Time: Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in Dover Avenue Park; 2-5 p.m. at noyes Arts

Garage of Stockton u niversity. At 6 p.m. there is a ticketed party to celebrate the weekend at Cardinal 201

S. n ew York Ave. Sunday, June 25 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Browns Park and then 4-7 p.m. in Gardners Basin.

Website: atlanticcityartsfoundation. org/celebrate

Come out for a day full of free arts, culture, and community programming. All ages are welcome. Activities include music, workshops, interactive art, and more. There will be free mural tours all weekend provided by the Atlantic City Arts Foundation.

Who: Live Music Thursday - Saturday

Where: Gin Rickey’s Tropicana

When: Thursday, June 22 - Saturday, June 24

What: Magical Mystery Doors at Ocean Casino

Where: Ocean Casino Resort

When: every Sunday until Sept. 3. Time: 4 p.m.

Website: www.theoceanac.com/entertainment/5th-birthday-event-headliners/magical-mystery-doors

Winner of uSA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Casino Show, Magical Mystery Doors returns to Ovation Hall this summer. This tribute act blends and layers the music of The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and the Doors to create something new and unique for music fans.

What: AC Jokes Comedy Clubs

Where: Kiss Kiss nightclub at the Tropicana Resort Casino Hotel Atlantic City

When: every night

Time: Various Times

Website: www.ACJokes.com

in Atlantic City

When: Fridays and Saturdays in June

Time: 7 - 11 p.m.

Website: www.paulpiano.net

Check out the dueling pianos featuring the talented Paul Marturano. In July and August shows will be Wednesday-Sunday. See the full schedule at www.paulpiano.net.

What: Tropicana Fireworks

Where: Beachfront Area at Tropicana

When: every Saturday (Including July 4)

Time: 10 p.m.

Website: www.tropicanaac.com

Tropicana Atlantic City lights up the sky every Saturday until Labor Day, including Tuesday, July 4. They are launched from the beachfront and can be viewed along the Boardwalk. Oh and it’s FRee!

Who: Tears for Fears

Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

When: Friday, June 23 Time: 8 p.m.

Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/tears-forfears

Don’t miss out on this great night of music at Hard Rock’s etess Arena.

Who: DJ Liu

Where: Anchor Rock Club

When: Friday, June 23 Time: 10 p.m.

For VIP reservations, call or text 609385-6959.

What: The City of Atlantic City Free Summer Concert Series

Where: Gardners Basin

When: Saturday, June 24 Time: 1 - 7:30 p.m.

Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar

The national R&B Music Society Inc. presents the 2023 Atlantic City FRee Summer Concerts at Gardners Basin June 24, July 29, and Aug. 26. There will be vendors there as well. Make sure to bring your tents, chairs, umbrellas and coolers. (RAI n DATe June 25).

Who: Diana Ross

Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

When: Saturday, June 24 Time: 8 p.m.

Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/diana-ross

Get your tickets to see this music legend as she makes a stop on her Music Legacy Tour 2023, celebrating her greatest no. 1 hits.

Times: Thursday, element K at 8 p.m.; Friday, Mike and Chrissy at 8 p.m. and DJ Pat Conlon 11 p.m., Saturday, Way Outs at 8 p.m. and DJ Justin Moreno, 11 p.m.

Website: ginrickeys.com

Located in the Quarter at Tropicana, and named after the classic cocktail, they are known for live music, 42-ounce martinis, mason jars, infusion bag cocktails to go and so much more. So grab your friends and get ready to drink, laugh, and sing real loud. Let the fun Be Gin!

ONGOING EVENTS:

What: Ventnor Summer Beach Jam

Where: n ewport Avenue Beach

When: every Saturday until Sept. 2 Time: 5 - 9 p.m.

Website: ventnor.recdesk.com (to be a vendor)

The event is a FR ee family friendly, outdoor live music experience which includes food trucks and crafters. It’s also on the beach between the Ventnor Boardwalk and the Ventnor Library which includes a playground.

AC Jokes is a hand picked team of some of the east Coast's best comedians and producers. The team includes Mike Merk, Zach Pickert and Buda the Comedian. Pulled together by 20-year comedy veteran Matt Bridgestone, their combined experience delivers innovative street smarts and a guerrilla marketing style that has made AC Jokes a unique entity in the city.

What: Dueling Pianos

Where: Spirit Bar at Showboat Resort

What: euphoria Variety Show

Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

When: every Saturday in June and July

Time: 4 p.m.

Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/euphoria-variety-show

Featuring a dynamic cast of talented performers, this show promises to take you on a journey through music, dance, and comedy that will leave you feeling euphoric.

Atlantic City Headliners

Friday, June 23

38 Special

▶8 p.m.

Sound Waves at Hard Rock

Fifth Dimension

▶9 p.m.

Superstar Theater at Resorts

Gladys Knight

▶8 p.m.

Borgata event Center

Tears For Fears w/ Cold War

Kids

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

Saturday, June 24

Diana Ross

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

Lettuce & Steel Pulse w/ Makua

Rothman

▶7:30 p.m.

Sound Waves at Hard Rock

Friday, June 30

Joe Satriani

▶9 p.m.

The Music Box at Borgata

Kevin Hart: Reality Check

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

The Australian Pink Floyd Show: Darkside 50

▶9 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino

Saturday, July 1

Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

▶7 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

Friday, July 7

Anthony Jeselnik

▶7 p.m. & 10 p.m.

The Music Box at Borgata

Bill Burr Live

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

Ice Cube

▶9 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino

Rumours: a Fleetwood Mac

Tribute

▶8 p.m.

Sound Waves at Hard Rock

The Pettybreakers

▶9 p.m.

Harrah’s Atlantic City

Saturday, July 8

Bill Burr Live

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

Kathleen Madigan

▶9 p.m.

The Music Box at Borgata

Straight No Chaser: The Yacht Rock Tour

▶8 p.m.

Sound Waves at Hard Rock

The Grass Roots

▶9 p.m.

Golden nugget

Friday, July 14

Jeff Dunham

▶9 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino

Steel Panther

▶8 p.m.

Sound Waves at Hard Rock

Saturday, July 15

Back to the 80s featuring A Flock of Seagulls w/ Missing Persons & Stacey Q 8 p.m.

Sound Waves at Hard Rock

Shane Gillis Live

▶8 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean

Sunday, July 16

Peter Frampton

▶7 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

Friday, July 21

Kool & The Gang and The Commodores

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

I Love the 90s feat. Vanilla Ice, Rob Base, Tone Loc, Young MC & C+C Music Factory

▶9 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean

The Brian McKnight 4

▶9 p.m.

Harrah’s Atlantic City

The Doo Wop Project

▶9 p.m.

Superstar Theater at Resorts

Saturday, July 22

Dirty Heads w/ Lupe Fiasco, G. Love & Special Sauce, Bikini Trill

▶7 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean Eric D’Alessandro

▶7 p.m.

The Music Box at Borgata

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Gov’t Mule’s Dark Side of the Mule w/ Jason Bonham

▶7 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

Counting Crows w/ Dashboard

Confessional

▶8 p.m.

Borgata event Center

Dirty Heads w/ Lupe Fiasco, G. Love & Special Sauce, Bikini Trill ▶8 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean

Sunday, July 23

Theo Von

▶7 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at etess Arena

On-Sale This Week

Duran Duran: Future Past

▶Saturday, September 23, 8 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino

On-Sale Thursday at 10am

Get the Led Out

▶Friday, September 15, 8 p.m.

Sound Waves at Hard Rock

On-Sale Friday at 10am

Music Plus Presents:

Tropicaliente 2023 Hector Acosta & El Gran Combo

▶Saturday, november 25, 8 p.m.

Tropicana Showroom

On-Sale Friday at 10am

$33 LOBSTER TAIL FRIDAYS 10-12 oz. Lobster tail with garlic mashed potatoes, asparagus and choice of soup or salad

Kevin Hart

Five Superbly Sippable Sips for Summer

By Danielle Davies

In many ways, a cocktail is a cocktail, regardless of the time of year. After all, a gin and tonic is just as tasty in the middle of January as it is in the heat of summer. But some cocktails are particularly weather-dependent. Let’s face it — it’s strange to think of someone kicking back with an eggnog at a beach bar or enjoying a watermelon mojito with their Thanksgiving turkey. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of warm-weather cocktails popping up at some of our favorite bars and restaurants. Here, we’ve rounded up five of the best summer sips that are perfect for the beach, the boat, or wherever your lazy days of summer take you.

1. Watermelon Margarita Watermelon simply screams summer, and there’s nothing like enjoying it in every variation, from giant hunks

Celebrating 30 Years!

of it on the beach to icy coldpressed watermelon juice. But if you want it in a cocktail, you can’t beat a Watermelon Margarita at Margaritaville. Made with Margaritaville Silver Tequila, Margaritaville Triple Sec, watermelon puree and their house margarita blend, this delightful concoction is served on the rocks. Located at Resorts at 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. MargaritavilleAtlanticCity.com

2. Somer’s Comin’ The name practically says summer itself! This refreshing cocktail from Queen Jayne’s Lounge & Royal Drinkery in Somers Point comes to us from people who seriously know drinks (Queen Jayne’s is the new project from Passion VInes owner Michael Bray). Made with Hendrick’s Gin, Chareau Aloe Liqueur, lime, cucumber, mint and eucalyptus, Somer’s Comin’ is full of some of summer’s easiest breeziest flavors. Located at 264 n ew Rd., Somers Point. QueenJaynes.com

3. Don’t Mez with Me Some like it hot, especially when the weather warms up. Try the Don’t Mez with Me at La Mesa in Galloway — made with

Banhez Mezcal Tequila, Ancho Reyes and perfectly delicious pineapple, this icy cold cocktail is exactly what you need to enjoy an extra hot day. Located at 325 e . Jimmie Leeds Rd., Galloway. LaMesaGalloway.com

4. Tito’s Blueberry Lemonade July is n ational Blueberry Month — it’s when these sweet little bites of deliciousness hit their peak here in n ew Jersey, making them prime

cocktail ingredients. At Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House, try a Tito’s Blueberry Lemonade, made with Tito’s handmade vodka, lemonade and yummy blueberry puree — Deelish. Located at 672 n . Trenton Ave., Atlantic City. VagabondAC.com

5. Nola The nola specialty cocktail at nola’s Bar & Lounge at Ocean Casino Resort isn’t your standard summer cocktail. Made with Botanist Gin, Domaine De Canton Ginger, fresh lemon, and B’lure Butterfly Pea Flower e xtract, this sweet, flavorful cocktail adds a little botanical twist to any otherwise ho-hum day. Located at Ocean Casino Resort at 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. TheOceanAC.com

Danielle's been a writer and storyteller for the past fifteen years—her work has appeared everywhere from Philadelphia Style Magazine and The Press of Atlantic City to Cape May Magazine and The WC Press in West Chester. Nationally, her short stories have been published in Typehouse Magazine and Scary Mommy. She lives in South Jersey with her husband and two children.

ATLANTICARE CONCERTS ON THE BEACH IN SOMERS POINT

JUNE 23 THE TONY MART ALLSTARS “EVERYBODY LOVES ERNIE” CLASSIC ROCK GUITAR TRIBUTE TO CLAPTON-SANTANAHENDRIX-THE ALLMAN BROTHERS-JOE WALSHSTEVIE RAY VAUGHN-GEORGE

HARRISON-JOHN LENNON-STEVEN STILLS

JUNE 30 MARTIN BARRE’S MUSICAL HISTORY OF JETHRO TULL

FOUNDING MEMBERS TRIBUTE TO THEIR OWN

PROGRESSIVE BRITISH ROCK LEGACY

THE SSP’S START THE ROCK ‘N ROLL PARTY

JULY 4 THE BILLY WALTON BAND

MICHAEL “TUNES” ANTUNES

SAXOPHONE STAR OF “EDDIE & THE CRUISERS”

JULY 7 MARDI GRAS IN JULY STARRING JAMES ANDREWS FROM “TROMBONE SHORTY” AND “TREME” TV MUSICAL FAMILY JOE KROWN TRIBUTE TO DR JOHN, PROFESSOR LONGHAIR

ALLEN TOUSSAINT & JAMES BOOKER

Fridays 7pm

JULY 14 THE WEEKLINGS

BEATLES MUSIC WITH GLEN BURTNIK-STAR OF BROADWAY’S BEATLEMANIA, STYX AND ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA

JULY 21 THE DANE ANTHONY BAND PREMIERE NORTHEAST PARTY DANCE BANDTODAY'S DANCE, FUNK, CLASSIC ROCK, MOTOWN, DISCO

JULY 28 GARY US BONDS AND THE ROADHOUSE ROCKERS

DICK CLARK TO BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN:

LIVING LEGACY & MILLION SELLING CLASSIC ROCK STAR

THE HILARIOUS REV BILLY C. WIRTZ

ROCKIN’ BOOGIE WOOGIE PIANO ENTERTAINER

AUG 4 STANLEY JORDAN “STANLEY PLAYS JIMI”

ONE OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST GUITARISTS PAYS TRIBUTE TO HENDRIX

THE BRANDON IRELAND BAND WITH “BIG BOB” ERNANO

AUG 11 TERRANCE SIMIEN & THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE

2 TIME GRAMMY WINNERS: WORLD MUSIC, REGGAE, CLASSIC ROCK

USA TODAY BEST OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES IN THE USA

AUG 18 TOMMY CASTRO & THE PAIN KILLERS

MULTI AWARD WINNING

“BB KING ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR”

AUG 25 TOM HAMBRIDGE & THE RATTLE SNAKES

FOUR TIME GRAMMY WINNER PERFORMED WITH BUDDY GUY, MICK JAGGER, PRESIDENT OBAMA, BB KING & HUNDREDS OF STARS

THE E STREET SHUFFLE

PREMIERE SPRINGSTEEN TRIBUTE PARTY BAND

SEPT 1 RED

HOT NEW ALLSTAR SUPER GROUP WITH PATTY BALBO 80’S TRIBUTE – HEART-PRETENDERS-PAT BENATARJANIS JOPLIN CLASSIC PSYCHEDELIC ROCK

SEPT 8 CYRIL NEVILLE WITH OMARI NEVILLE & THE FUEL GRAMMY LIFETIME ACHIEVMENT AWARD RECIPIENT

WORLD RENOWN STAR OF NEW ORLEANS R&B, FUNK & SOUL THE ONLY “NEVILLE BROTHER”

STILL PERFORMING!

THE JIMMY BROGAN BAND

POPULAR JERSEY SHORE ROCKIN’ PARTY BAND

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

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Tony Marts Presents “Rockin’ The Point” With The Billy Walton Band

By Doug Deutsch

Tony Marts Presents “Rockin’ The Point”with the Billy WaltonBand (BWB) every Thursday at The Point beginning Thursday, June 22 from 7-11 pm. Free to the public; 21 and over. 998 Bay Avenue, Somers Point.

“For our Residency at The Point, we’ll dig into our back catalog, play some favorites, debut new songs, and

jam on some classic covers,” says guitarist Billy Walton. “We even put our stamp on some more current songs. There’s something for everyone.”

“The Billy Walton Band is a musical chameleon,” he adds. “We take the rock/blues/soul template and add psychedelic jams, and also mix in new Orleans-style grooves. The Jersey Shore vibe is in there, too, whether it’s the show, the saxophone, or the vocals. Wherever we go, people seem

THURSDAY - JUNE 22

Haley & Timmy Duo 4pm -7pm Karaoke Hosted by Mike Dempsey!

8pm-12am

FRIDAY - JUNE 23

The Company Band 8pm - 12am

SATURDAY - JUNE 24

Dr. Phil & The Heartattacks 4pm - 8pm No Pressure Band 8:30pm - 12:30am

SUNDAY - JUNE 25

Big Foot Band 3:30pm - 7:30pm

to get it. It just seems to resonate.”

The Billy Walton Band, formed in 2007, grew out of the rich musical heritage of the active Jersey Shore music scene, and found its groove when Billy connected with bassist William Paris. The subsequent additions of Tom Petraccaro on sax, eric Safka on Hammond B3, and Daniel Gonzalez on drums, solidified BWB as a major musical force, including ongoing yearly tours not just in the uS, but across europe as well; they’ve done over forty u K/ european tours. It was the arrival of vocalist extraordinaire Destinee Monroe, however, that helped propel the group to a whole new level of popularity.

Fronted by guitar wiz and colorful guitarist-vocalist Billy Walton (Southside Johnny, Little Steven, Gary

uS Bonds) and the lovely, talented vocalist-guitarist Destinee Monroe (herself once signed to major label Interscope Records), the Billy Walton Band, renowned for their electric, high-energy shows — have a solid, dedicated fan base which continues to grow daily. In addition to blues rock fans, the jam-band scene has also embraced BWB.

In addition to their 2023 Thursday night Summer Residency at The Point — itself known for their aroundthe-block lines of people during the Summer — Billy Walton Band is set to perform at Havana in n ew Hope, PA on July 7; Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City on July 8; Angelsea Blues Festival in Wildwood on July 16; and Rye Bread Music & Arts Festival in Schaghticoke, nY on July 25-26.

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Your New Place For

Poker marks its 30th anniversary in Atlantic City

n ew York Daily n ews.

My memory of Roura’s historic moment is vivid and indelibly etched on my mind because I was the guy Roura beat to win the hand. But let's start at the beginning.

opposed to some places, including Las Vegas, where “21” devotees use an inward sweeping motion of their first two cards to request a “hit” from the dealer).

By Chuck Darrow

This year is a big one for milestones in Atlantic City’s casino realm.

Last month, Resorts Casino-Hotel marked its 45th anniversary as the nation’s first legal gambling den outside of n evada. On June 28, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and Ocean Casino-Resort celebrates their fifth birthdays. And on July 3, Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa blows out 20 candles on its cake.

Flashy billboards and celebrations have and will abound for these important dates. But there’s another that will likely go unobserved: The 30th anniversary of the legalization of poker.

It was on June 25, 1993 that, for the first time in Atlantic City history, a legal hand of the classic American card game was dealt. That landmark round won by Phil Roura, who back then covered the casino beat for the

Contrary to what many (especially younger casino patrons) may believe, poker was not always on the local gambling menu. There were two reasons why, for the first 15 years of legal casinos, the game was banned by state law.

First, 1977’s Casino Control Act-the state legislation that spelled out the whys, wherefores and thou-shaltnots of n ew Jersey's then-fledgling gambling industry—exclusively sanctioned what were considered “games of chance.” That is, only blackjack, craps, roulette, baccarat the Big Six (“money”) Wheel and slot machines were allowed because their outcomes are, without exception, determined by the laws of mathematical probability and random chance. Poker on the other hand, was and is considered a game of skill.

Poker was also banned because another provision of the Casino Control Act prohibited players from touching cards (to this day, blackjack players in Atlantic City use hand signals to communicate with dealers, as

But in 1992, state regulators began to moderate the rules, including the one that did away with players not being allowed to touch cards (poker demands players be able to handle them; otherwise, they couldn't see their “hole”—that is, face-down--cards).

So it was that by the first weekend of the summer of ’93, four casinos--Sands, Resorts, Trump's Castle (now Golden n ugget) and Trump Taj Mahal (now Hard Rock)--were ready to put the cards in the air, as they say in the poker world. The Sands somehow got there first, opening its card room just an hour or two before the others.

That Friday began with a celebrity tournament; the participants each played for a charity of their choice. It was quite a group that gathered around the table: Included were football legends Tony Dorsett and Art Donovan, and pro basketballers Rick Mahorn (a former 76er) and earl “The Pearl” Monroe, a Philly-born Hall of Famer from the short-shorts era. Also from the sports universe was Michael “Let's get ready to Ru MMMMMMMMMBLe!” Buffer, then at the zenith of his fame as the public-address voice of big-time, professional boxing.

The other nationally (and in this case, internationally) recognizable name belonged to the late, great Clarence Clemons of Bruce Springsteen's e Street Band, who that weekend was booked at the Sands for a rare gig with his own band.

The Limit Texas Hold' em field was rounded out by those whom the following day's new York Times identified as “three nobodies from the press.” That would be Roura, Jim Hopson, the then-publisher of the Press of Atlantic City and Yours Truly.

Mahorn wound up winning the charity scrum's $5,000 top prize. I came in second, winning a $2,500 donation from the Sands to the American Diabetes Association. everyone was awarded something, with finishers 4-9 getting $500 a piece for their efforts. We were each presented with giant ceremonial checks, which we all autographed for our fellow players. Mahorn's inscription to me: “Dear Chuck, Thanks for losing!”

Then, our group moved to the actual poker room where we all bought chips (with our own cash) and played the first official hand ever dealt.

The game was $5-$10 Limit Hold' em. I was dealt 10-8 of different suits, while Roura had two clubs. Two more clubs came on the “flop” (the

first three community cards to be exposed) and I made a pair of 10s. The fourth (or “turn”) card was a red 8, giving me two pair, 10s and 8s. The final (or “river”)card was the queen of clubs, giving Roura a flush (that I lost on the last card a hand).

Later that day, the other three poker rooms opened; the coolest of all was at Resorts, whose space, with its wood paneling, tartan wallpapering and leather armchairs for those not in the games, resembled a British men's club of bygone days.

However, on that first weekend (and for sometime beyond that), chaos reigned. Players waited for hours for seats, and it seemed like each hand dealt included a five-minute argument (players, dealers and floor people alike were pretty much learning as they went along).

While all but one of the 12 casinos open at the time introduced poker that summer (Trump Plaza, never offered the game), only a few casinos maintained their operations in the ensuing decades. Today, Atlantic City has but three poker dens(at Borgata, Tropicana and Harrah’s).

The other six gaming dens doing business today have passed on the game, mainly because poker is more of a loss-leader than a profit center: unlike all the other games, customers don’t play against the house, which instead simply takes a cut of each pot. This means a casino’s poker revenue is severely limited, especially when measured against that of the other games. And, at least in the case of Hard Rock, there is simply no available space for a poker room (what had been the Taj Mahal’s is now part of Hard Rock Live at etess Arena).

nonetheless, poker remains a part of the local gaming landscape, and as such, its 30th anniversary certainly merits noting.

Chuck Darrow has spent more than 40 years writing about Atlantic City casinos.

Chuck Darrow holds the ceremonial check he received for placing second in the celebrity poker tournament held at the Sands Casino hotel on June 25, 1993, the day legal poker came to Atlantic City.

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Live & Local Music Calendar

Thursday,

June 22

Caroline’s by the Bay

Karaoke Hosted by Mike Dempsey

8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

450 Bay Ave. Somers Point

Fitzpatrick’s Deli and Steakhouse

Beth Tinnon

6 -9 p.m.

650 n ew Rd. Somers Point

LaScala’s Beach House

Cheezy and the Crackers

6 – 10 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine

The Deck at Golden Nugget

B Street Band

7 – 11 p.m.

600 Huron Ave. Atlantic City

The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock

Grooveheart

7 – 11 p.m.

1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

The Point

Billy Walton Band

7 – 11 p.m.

998 Bay Ave. Somers Point

Ventnor Coffee

Open Mic with Pete Glaze

6:30 – 9 p.m.

108 n . Dorset Ave., Ventnor City

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern –

The Yard

Atley Moon & The Say Somethings

6-9:30 p.m.

316 Roosevelt Blvd., Marmora

Friday, June 23

Anchor Rock Club

Liu with DJ Dos, DJ Freezie

10 p.m.

247 S. n ew York Ave., Atlantic City

Bar One at Resorts Casino

Cher Lookalike Tribute

5 – 8 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Caroline’s by the Bay

Big Foot Band

8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

450 Bay Ave., Somers Point

Fitzpatrick’s Deli and Steakhouse

Phil Stocker

6 -9 p.m.

650 n ew Rd., Somers Point

LaScala’s Beach House

Goody Blue Shoes

6 – 10 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave., Brigantine

Nola’s Bar at Ocean Casino

Gab Cinque Band

7 p.m.

usual Suspects

11 p.m.

500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Ryfe

Bruce Klauber Celebrates Frank

Sinatra and Friends

7:30 p.m.

4101 Atlantic Ave., Atlantic City

Sweetwater Riverdeck

Coast 2 Coast

7 – 11 p.m.

2780 7th Ave., Sweetwater

Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

n o Clue Trio

9 p.m. – 12 a.m.

133 S. Tennessee Ave., Atlantic City

The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock

The Loop

5 – 9 p.m.

The Cliffs

10:30 p.m.

1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

The Point

The e xceptions

7 – 11 p.m.

DJ Will Mormile

10:30 p.m.

998 Bay Ave., Somers Point

The Pub at St. George’s Bougie & The Beast

7 – 11 p.m.

4282 Harbor Beach Blvd., Brigantine

The Yard at Bally’s night Anthem

10 p.m.

1900 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City

Ventura’s Greenhouse

Steve Moore & The MIA Band

6:30 - 10 p.m.

106 S. Benson Ave., Margate

Villain & Saint at Ocean Casino escape Plan Trio

6 p.m.

Fight Back Home

10 p.m.

500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern

Megan Knight Duo

8:30 p.m.

316 Roosevelt Blvd., Marmora

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern –The Yard

Stay Tuned

5 – 9 p.m.

316 Roosevelt Blvd., Marmora

Saturday, June 24

Atlantic City Country Club

Beth Tinnon

5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

1 Leo Frazer Dr., northfield

Bar One at Resorts Casino

Geri Mingori Band

5 – 8 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Caroline’s by the Bay

Dr. Phil & The Heartattacks

4 – 8 p.m.

n o Pressure Band

8:30 – 12:30 a.m.

450 Bay Ave., Somers Point

Fitzpatrick’s Deli and Steakhouse

Phil Stocker

6 -9 p.m.

650 n ew Rd., Somers Point

LaScala’s Beach House

Lecompt

1 – 5 p.m.

Stealing Savannah

6 – 10 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave., Brigantine

Nola’s Bar at Ocean Casino

Larger Than Life

10 p.m.

500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Renault Winery

Cheers

12 – 4 p.m.

72 n . Bremen Ave., Atlantic City

Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

Glenn Roberts

9 p.m. – 12 a.m.

133 S. Tennessee Ave., Atlantic City

The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock

Dane Anthony Band

1 – 4 p.m.

Daddy Pop

5:30 – 9 p.m.

Audio Riot

10 p.m.

1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

The Point

Discoteks

7 – 11 p.m.

DJ Brandon Alex

10:30 p.m.

998 Bay Ave., Somers Point

The Pub at St. George’s

Brandon Ireland Band

7 – 11 p.m.

4282 Harbor Beach Blvd., Brigantine

The Yard at Bally’s

The Rockets

10 p.m.

1900 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City

Villain & Saint at Ocean Casino

BMW Trio

6 p.m.

Gypsy Wisdom

10 p.m.

500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern

Blue Street Duo

8:30 p.m.

316 Roosevelt Blvd., Marmora

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern –

The Yard

Space Camp Band

5 – 9 p.m.

316 Roosevelt Blvd., Marmora

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Sunday, June 25

Anchor Rock Club

Float Omen, no eye Has Seen, Set for Tomorrow, Life Itself, Silithyst

6 p.m.

247 S. n ew York Ave., Atlantic City

Bar One at Resorts Casino

DJ nater

8 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Caroline’s by the Bay

n o Clue Band

4 – 8 p.m.

450 Bay Ave., Somers Point

LaScala’s Beach House

Incognito

1 – 5 p.m.

DJ Chris Devine

6 – 10 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave., Brigantine

Renault Winery

Let’s Ride

12 – 4 p.m.

72 n . Bremen Ave., Atlantic City

Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

British Invasion

6 – 9 p.m.

133 S. Tennessee Ave., Atlantic City

The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock

BMW+

4 – 7:30 p.m.

The n eptunes

8:30 p.m. – 12 a.m.

1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

The Point

Cheezy and the Crackers

7 – 11 p.m.

998 Bay Ave., Somers Point

Vagabond

DJ eddie Tully

5 – 9 p.m.

672 n . Trenton Ave., Atlantic City

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern –

The Yard

Chris Yoder Band

5 – 9 p.m.

316 Roosevelt Blvd. Marmora

Monday, June 26

Bar One at Resorts Casino

DJ Clinton

8 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

LaScala’s Beach House

Adam & Min

6 – 10 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave., Brigantine

The Deck at Golden Nugget

Red

6:30 – 10:30 p.m.

600 Huron Ave., Atlantic City

The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock

Amanda & Teddy

7 – 11 p.m.

1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

The Point

Chris Yoder

7 – 11 p.m.

998 Bay Ave., Somers Point

Tuesday, June 27

Bar One at Resorts Casino

DJ Frohawk

5 – 8 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Caroline’s by the Bay

40 Oz Band

7 – 11 p.m.

450 Bay Ave., Somers Point

LaScala’s Beach House

Originaire

6 – 10 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave., Brigantine

The Deck at Golden Nugget

m80

6:30-10:30 p.m.

600 Huron Ave., Atlantic City

The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock

Dane Anthony Band

7 – 11 p.m.

1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

The Point

Dan Ward

7 – 11 p.m.

998 Bay Ave., Somers Point

Villain & Saint at Ocean Casino

Anj Granieri Trio

6 p.m.

500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Wednesday, June 28

Bar One at Resorts Casino

DJ Gary

8 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Caroline’s by the Bay

Open Mic Hosted by Blue eagle

8 p.m.-12am

450 Bay Ave., Somers Point

LaScala’s Beach House

The Amish Outlaws

6 – 10 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave., Brigantine

Sweetwater Riverdeck

Tommy Baz

6 – 9 p.m.

2780 7th Ave., Sweetwater

The Deck at Golden Nugget

Hawkins Road

6:30 - 10:30 p.m.

600 Huron Ave., Atlantic City

The Point

John Valerio

7 – 11 p.m.

998 Bay Ave., Somers Point

Events subject to change.

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Cheezy and the Crackers

Free Outdoor Concerts

Absecon Concerts in the Park

▶Sundays, 7 p.m.

Heritage Park, 699 Blenheim Ave.

The first concert of the season is this Sunday, June 25, with live music from Poor Mouth Henry, playing classic rock, country rock and blues. Bring your own chair or blanket.

Brigantine Summer Concert Series

▶Wednesday, July 5, 7 p.m.

Brigantine Community Center Lawn 265 42nd St.

Brigantine Community education and Recreation will host free outdoor concerts on the Community Center lawn. n ext Wednesday, enjoy live music featuring the Friends Classic Rock band. Bring a chair or blanket. All concerts will be held outside, weather permitting. For more information, call the recreation office at 609-264-7350 ext. 1.

Chicken Bone Beach Jazz

Concerts

▶Thursdays, 7 – 9 p.m.

Kennedy Plaza 2300 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

The 23rd Annual Jazz on the Beach free concert series returns to the Kennedy Plaza Stage every Thursday, June 29 through September 7. next Thursday, enjoy live music

by the Lao Tizer Quartet, with local jazz artist ella Gahnt & eG Trio starting at 7 p.m. Visit chickenbonebeach. org to learn more.

EHT Rhythm in the Park Concert Series

▶Fridays, 7p.m.

Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater at Tony Canale Park

eHT Recreation hosts the Rhythm in the Park Concert Series at Tony Canale Park. This week, enjoy live music by South Jersey’s own B’JAM, playing all of your favorite top 40 hits. Free Summer Concert at Gardner’s Basin

▶Saturday, 1 – 7:30 p.m. 800 n n ew Hampshire Ave.

The national R&B Music Society Inc. presents the 2023 Atlantic City FRee Summer Concerts at Gardner’s Basin on June 24. Artists include GQ, Meli’sa Morgan, First Choice, Jean Carn, Alyson Wilson, Helen Bruner & Terry Jones. Bring your lawn chairs, umbrellas and coolers.

Mardi Gras AC

▶Wednesdays, 7 – 10 p.m.

Kennedy Plaza 2300 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Mardi Gras AC returns to the Atlantic City Boardwalk for world-class free concerts this summer. In may

be called Mardi Gras, but it’s more like n OLA Jazzfest at the Jersey Shore. On Wednesday, June 28, enjoy live music by Jethro Tull founding member Martin Barre’s Jethro Tull as he plays the music of their own Progressive British Rock History, with support from hot, young, Jersey Shore rockers, Hot Mezz. Free concerts, cheap parking, and beverage garden adjacent. For more information, visit tonymart.com.

Somers Point Beach Concert Series

▶Fridays, 7p.m.

William Morrow Beach

The Somers Point Beach Concert Series presents the Tony Mart Allstars, and three of the greatest guitarists in new Jersey: Billy Walton, Danny eyer, and Brian “Coconutz” Varhelyi, as they pay tribute to some of the greatest classic rock ‘n’ roll guitarists, from Jimi Hendrix to Santana to Duane Allman, in a two and a half hour rock ‘n’ roll tribute dedicated to the memory of ernie T. Trionfo. View the entire schedule at somerspointbeachconcerts.com.

Tony Mart Rocks The Point ▶Thursdays, 6 – 10 p.m.

The Point 998 Bay Ave. Somers Point

Tony Mart Rocks The Point every Thursday night from June 22 through August 31. Jersey Shore rock ‘n roll guitar hero, Billy Walton, will perform with his full band featuring Destinee

Monroe on vocals. For more information, visit tonymart.com.

Ventnor City Summer Beach Jam

▶Saturdays, 6p.m.

n ewport Avenue Beach

Listen to live music on the beach. The Summer Beach Jam is held behind the Ventnor Library and Cultural Arts Center. This week, enjoy live music by The Friends Band, playing hits from the 70s thru today. Live music begins at 6 p.m., with food and crafters ready to serve you at 5 p.m.

Ventnor City Sunsets at Ski Beach

▶Wednesdays, 6p.m.

Ski Beach Dorset & Burk Ave.

Want to watch the sunset and listen to live music by the bay? Join Ventnor City at Ski Beach in Ventnor Heights on Wednesdays. This week, enjoy live music by Don’t Call Me Francis, playing top hits and classics from the 70’s to now. Live music begins at 6pm with food and crafters ready to serve you at 5p.m.

Absecon Concerts in the Park

Martin Barre’s Jethro Tull kicks off Mardi Gras AC Boardwalk Concert Series

a Long Song,’ but the breadwinners are the rock tracks – ‘My God,’ ‘Locomotive Breath’ and ‘Teacher,’ replied Barre recently by email. “They get the crowd up on their feet!”

Tune In, Turn On

By Doug Deutsch

Not too often do we use the word legend, but for Martin Barre it’s apropos. The longtime musician and guitarist/vocalist of rock greats Jethro Tull has been a member of the seminal u K prog-rock group over 43 years, longer than any member besides JT founder Ian Anderson.

He now fronts Martin Barre’s Jethro Tull, who kicks off 2023 Mardi Gras AC at Kennedy Plaza on the Atlantic City Boardwalk Wednesday, June 28 (7 p.m.-10 p.m., free).

After playing those classic Jethro Tull songs for so many years, which ones does Barre like performing the most?

“I love the acoustic classics ‘Sossity You’re a Woman,’ (and) ‘Life Is

As someone who’s been in the music industry almost five decades, what does Barre see as major differences between the time he began playing and the way the industry is today?

“I feel like I’m in a time capsule of classic rock, and the fans that follow it,” he replied. “I really don’t connect with about 95 percent of modern music and leave it to everyone’s individual taste.”

How did the veteran music maker fare during the COVID 19 period?

“During COVID I learned what it was like to be a person,” confesses Barre. “Family, garden, friends and reading…all badly overlooked in a musician’s normal schedule. I (also) played music a lot – especially flute –wrote music and enjoyed life!”

And what does Barre think of the Jersey Shore?

“I love the sea. I sail and swim as much as possible, so I love being near

the water,” he said. “Atlantic City has a long history of (Jethro) Tull concerts, and I look forward to re-visiting my musical past and bringing it to the present.”

Martin Barre’s Musical History of Jethro Tull also performs at Concerts on the Beach in Somers Point June 30.

For information on all the Mardi

Gras AC concerts, which take place weekly through Sept. 6, visit www. tonymart.com.

n ews & notes: Late guitarist “ ernie T” Trionfo will be feted and lovingly remembered at the Tony Marts All Stars “ everybody Loves ernie” tribute Friday, June 23 at Somers Point Concerts on The Beach. Trionfo, known as the ‘Ayatollah of Minatola,”

was a Tony Mart All Star, an original member of well-known area groups Hawkins Road (and) Snake Brothers, and a regular performer at Woodstown Cowtown Rodeo, who made a living playing as a freelance musician throughout the Tri-State area for over 40 years: no easy feat. He also owned and operated ernie’s Guitar Repair “where his craftsmanship brought broken and beaten guitars back to life,” recalls Mike Kelly, who often booked Trionfo at the Brigantine elks along with his life partner, Patty Blee.

Trionfo passed away from pancreatic cancer in June of 2019 at age 63… longtime reggae greats Steel Pulse and Lettuce play Soundwaves at Hard Rock Casino June 24. Makua Rothman opens… good weekend of live music at AC rock venue Anchor Rock Club: Triple bill of Gutterdrunk, Friend, and Reckless Randy (Saturday, June 24), followed by a five-band show headlined by Float Omen (eks. marksthespot show) on June 25. Finally, a very happy birthday on June 28 to the King of the Philly/ n ew Jersey club band scene, Michael LeCompt. no one works harder or puts on a better live show! See LeCompt at the new LaScala’s Beach Bar in

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.

Get The Led Out rocks the Music Pier

The 2023 Boardwalk Concert Series held its opening concert at the Ocean City Music Pier Monday, June 19, with Get The Led Out.

Get The Led Out is a group of professional musicians who are passionate about their love of the music of Led Zeppelin. They have a large fan base that has been following their local concert appearances for a long time and has been one of the most popular performing acts.

Photos by Donald B. Kravitz

Donald B. Kravitz is an Entertainment & Special Events photographer for national publications including Getty Images & Miss America

It was a beautiful Thursday night in Ventnor Memory Park as the Incredible Gina Roche, backed up by the very gifted, Tim Lekan, Jim Ridl and Bobby Shomo performed for the community.

Those gathered were also treated to sensational original compositions that did not disappoint.

Memory Park is located at nashville and Ventnor Avenue in Ventnor.

Marc Berman

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Summer wines from the South Pacific and South Africa

vignon Blanc from n ew Zealand, but you may not be as knowledgeable of other wines from below the equator. Let’s take a look.

Drink Up

with David Setley

Recently, I addressed some of the great wines from South America. In this article, I’d like to discuss other Southern Hemisphere wines for you to consider, specifically from Australia, n ew Zealand, and South Africa. I suspect many of you have tried a Sau -

Vitis Vinifera - the grape vine from which the overwhelming variety of grapes for wine production are grown - is not native to Australia. Admiral Arthur Phillip brought vines to the region of new South Wales in the late 18th, early 19th century. By the 1870s, wines from Australia were earning high praise in blind tastings throughout europe. In fact, a Shiraz, the Australian name for Syrah, competed in the Paris e xhibition of 1878 and was compared to the coveted Chateau Margaux, a very expensive, Premiere

Cru Bordeaux blend. Shiraz continues to dominate in Australian wine production and exports. A good thing too, as Shiraz is my favorite Australian varietal.

I highly recommend the Shirvington-McLaren Vale Shiraz 2017. It’s a well-structured shiraz, featuring flavors of blackberry, violets, chocolate, coffee, and anise. This one has the classic bright acidity of the varietal and just a hint

of oak from having been aged in 100% French Oak barrels. If you are new to Australian wines, give this shiraz from Shirvington a try.

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Other varietals, including Pinot n oir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay, are grown in Australia as well. In the united States, most wine consumers became aware of Australian wine in the early 2000s through several large production wine brands. The Yellow Tail brand, produced by the Casella Family Brands in n ew South Wales, is instantly recognizable. The Yellow-Footed Rock Wallaby on the label – often mistaken for a kangaroo – quickly gained the attention of bargain-focused American consumers and continues to sell very well. Many of us are also familiar with another imaginatively labeled Australian wine that hit the markets in 2012: 19 Crimes. The brand depicts 18th and 19th century convicts on their bottles to recognize the history of Australia as a penal colony. each varietal features one of 19 crimes “punishable by automatic transportation to the Australian penal colony” on its label. Taking it a step further, consumers are encouraged to download an app, scan the bottle, and see and hear the convict telling his or her story. not only is it incredible marketing, but the wine is quite enjoyable too.

Moving on to n ew Zealand, the wine history there dates to the 19th century. However, it wasn’t until the 1970s that the nation’s wine industry truly launched, and the Marlborough region was firmly placed on the wine map. When vineyards were first planted in Marlborough, it was discovered that this location had an exceptional terroir for producing Sauvignon Blanc. Since the late 1990s, new Zealand’s Sauvignon Blancs have shown incredibly well in numerous international blind tastings, in many cases out-scoring wines of the same

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varietal that were produced in the Loire Valley of France. Don’t take anyone else’s word for it though, compare them yourself!

Select a Sauvignon Blanc from n ew Zealand and an equally priced Sauvignon Blanc from the Sancerre region of France. e ach wine will certainly be quite enjoyable, but hopefully you can discern why n ew Zealand has earned its popularity. Outstanding examples include Cloudy Bay Marlborough 2022, Whitehaven Winemaker’s Select 2022, Oyster Bay 2022, Forefathers 2021, and The Loop 2022; all are worthy of a taste. If Sauvignon Blanc is not to your liking, Pinot n oir is also being produced in n ew Zealand and growing in notoriety. The Matua Pinot noir 2018 is an excellent option.

Our last stop on this Southern Hemisphere wine tour is a place you may not think of for wine: South Africa. Vines were imported to South Africa from France, Spain, and Germany by the Douth east India Company as far back as 1655. The wine industry there has continued to grow, with

good-quality wine being produced for domestic consumption. Varietals of note include Pinot n oir, Chardonnay, Cinsault, Chenin Blanc, and Pinotage. If you are unfamiliar, the first Pinotage went to market in 1961 and is a cross between Pinot n oir and Cinsault. Pinotage wines have a bold flavor, a good dryness, soft tannins, and flavors of dark fruit with earthy sweet tobacco and smoke. It is an awesome red wine to compliment your next barbeque, as it pairs incredibly well with grilled meats and vegetables. My favorite is the Kanonkop Kadette Pinotage from the Stellenbosch region. Or, if you’d prefer a white, Chenin Blanc is another great wine from South Africa. It is light and crisp and pairs equally well with seafood, pork, and salads. The Vinecrafter Chenin Blanc 2020 from the Western Cape region is delicious. Between this article and my recent one on South American wines, I hope you are eager to explore the Southern Hemisphere the next time you shop for wine. As always, contact me with any questions at dsetley@ passionvines.com, or stop into Passion Vines. u ntil next time, 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.

By Matthew Bridgestone

It is well-known that the Joker was an aspiring comedian who failed and spiraled into insanity. Well, did you know that Batman was a comedian too? Well, sort of. Adam West brought charm and campy levity to the role of the caped crusader. Christian Bale and Robert Pattinson had a darker take on the Batman character, which played for good reviews. However, superheroes were created to inspire children. Watching Bale’s and Pat-

Why So Serious?

tinson’s Batman movies at an early age can be more traumatic than inspirational. "The Flash" marks the return of Michael Keaton as Batman. Many consider him to be the greatest Batman of all time because he was able to find the perfect balance between light and dark. Keaton does not do cheesy dances like Adam West's "Batusi" dance. n or does he give us an overly emotional Batman, complete with a tortured soul and running mascara. His comedic moments are subtle, like his dinner at Wayne Mansion with Vicky Vale where they try

to have dinner conversation across a giant 25-foot table. In a hilarious moment, Vicky asks him to “please pass the salt,” as Keaton must walk the entire distance of the table to deliver it. When we see him alone in the Bat Cave studying his TV screens while wearing glasses, we know he means business. However, we are not scrambling to cover our children's eyes to prevent nightmares.

How was Michale Keaton able to find that perfect note of a superhero we can take seriously without being too serious himself? Well, it goes back to the fact that Keaton broke into the entertainment business as a stand-up comic. In the early 1980s, he was known by his real name Michael Douglass. Being that there was already a famous actor with that same name, he picked up a phone book, opened it up, and pointed his finger to the last name of Keaton and kept it ever since. His time as a stand-up comedian lasted about two years.

He was regarded as a strong up-andcoming comic with potential. This came at a time when he was competing with acts such as Richard Pryor, David Letterman, and Robin Williams. Recognizing that their comedic talent was superior to his, Keaton was faced with fighting an uphill battle. His feeling was that he was also interested in acting, and to be great at that he would need to fully commit. He gave up stand-up, and the rest is history. You can also see his great comedic abilities in movies such as Beetlejuice, Mr. Mom, night Shift, and many more. u ltimately, Michael Keaton made a smart choice as he has become an award-winning, Oscar-nominated A-list actor. You never know, though. Had he decided to remain in comedy, he might have become a frustrated failure who dyed his hair green and turned to a life of crime.

See Matt doing stand-up comedy every week by visiting www.Acjokes. com.

Get to know local artist, Johnny Dreamawake

By Krystle J. Bailey

John Morris, known by his artist name as “Johnny Dreamawake,” originally hails from n ew York and currently resides in Atlantic County, where he has created a blossoming career as an artist. This week, he is participating as a contributing muralist for one of the four 48 Blocks AC Murals being installed in Atlantic City.

The 39-year-old father of three is a multi-talented creator, painter, visionary, and muralist. His love for creating began as a young kid when he fell in love with comic books. encouraged by his mother, Johnny began creating his own comic book characters by the age of six. When he moved to Pleasantville, nJ, Johnny discovered that he could combine his passion for art with his newfound love of clothing and style. As a preteen, Johnny began displaying his artistic creations on backpacks, hats, and t-shirts.

As the years continued to pass and Johnny tapped further into

his creative talents, he moved back to n ew York with intentions to attend art school following his course in general studies at Atlantic Cape Community College (ACCC). When opportunity knocked, Johnny answered. Rather than heading off to art school, he began saying “yes” to

“ n ow, I make it a point to do the things that I really want to do creatively,” explains Johnny, who has participated in several Atlantic City Arts Foundation installations, including 48 Blocks and ARTeriors.

music-industry opportunities that would ultimately become the catalyst for his artistic career.

For the last 10 years, Johnny Dreamawake has been contributing his talents in a variety of different ways, including his 2006 clothing brand, Heaven and Hell Clothing.

Johnny is now a student at Stockton university studying visual communications, the creator of Blck $heprd Clothing Company, co-owner of Drips in Absecon as well as co-owner of the collaborative art space known as Studio 130.

“The arts foundation has been really important to me,” he shares. “I remember answering questions when I did the first ARTeriors in 2017, and I said the arts community was growing. n ow it’s definitely here. So much has grown and changed since then. I believe this area will be known for more than casinos and the boardwalk. We are going to turn this into a creative hub.”

Johnny Dreamawake is continuously inspired by the opportunity to make “something out of nothing,” turning empty spaces and blank walls into works of art.

When asked what advice Johnny would give aspiring artists, he shared, “Make sure you move with love. Let love and intuition guide you. That gut feeling won’t lead you in the wrong direction.”

Nathan Smalls is building the Black Excellence Festival into something great

By Raymond Tyler

Thank you n athan Smalls, curator and creator of the Black excellence Festival in Atlantic City. As a lifelong (on again, off again) resident of Atlantic City, I want to offer a heartfelt thank you for bringing the Black e xcellence Festival to Atlantic City.

I have seen so much potential in venues like The Showboat for years,

but the right people were never given an opportunity. I have also seen that some people were not willing to invest in projects long term.

I want this “letter” to serve as documentation that nathan Smalls has committed time, sweat equity, and years to building a great festival and bringing it here to Atlantic City. This year (June 16-18) was the best one yet.

I ran into a well-dressed woman

complaining of being tired because there were so many great activities to attend, from workshops and seminars, to the house music festival, the day parties, the comedy club show and more. She was complaining with a huge smile as she made her way to a party from a brief rest in her room.

I reminded her, “this is a three-day festival. You have to pace yourself, Miss.”

Her smile grew bigger as she replied, “I know. We are having an amazing time. We’ll get some rest before the Gospel show and brunch tomorrow.”

At that moment I was proud of The Showboat, Atlantic City, and most of all you nathan.

I know that in bringing in people from all over the east Coast for three days, there were some unforeseen problems that you had to work out on the spot. I also know that you want everyone who came to support the Black e xcellence Festival “to have an

amazing time.”

Lastly, I want to say that I was glad to see so many tourists enjoying the festival, and that I will continue to do what I can to make sure more people from Atlantic City, and the surrounding area, to know about and enjoy the Black e xcellence Festival as well.

I am already looking forward to next year. Let’s curate an event together.

Nathan Smalls

Freeze Frame visits Samples and Needles

Last week n orth to Shore took over the arts community of Atlantic City. I meant to make it to Gov. Murphy's Party, but I was having such a great time with Luke Withersppon, his family, and musical friends over at Bally's The Yard.

By Raymond Tyler

Luke curated a great edition of Samples and n eedles and here are some of the pictures. Samples and n eedles brings together DJs, musicians, and visual artists.

Freeze Frame

Youth sports and business similarities

tion can offer valuable insights and lessons that can be applied to the business world. Here are some ways in which sports competition can help with business competition:

By Keith Dawn

When I was growing up my parents insisted that I participate in some kind of sport to keep me busy. It didn’t matter which one, just one that kept me out of trouble and at least one for each of the seasons. Spring was baseball, summer was swimming/diving, fall was football and winter was basketball. I instilled the same kind of dedication with my two boys. The similarities between sports (rules, discipline, competitiveness and training) and real life always run parallel.

If you’ve got kids in sports, you know what I’m talking about. Sports also prepares youngsters not only for life, but for a good grasp on business and competition. Sports competi -

1. Teamwork and Collaboration: Sports competition emphasizes the importance of teamwork and collaboration. In business, working together effectively is essential for achieving common goals. Sports teach individuals how to work as a team, communicate, and rely on each other. These skills can be transferred to a business setting, where teamwork is crucial for success.

2. Goal Setting and Strategy: In sports, teams set goals and develop strategies. Similarly, businesses set objectives and create strategies to accomplish them. Sports competition teaches individuals the importance of setting clear goals, creating actionable plans, and adapting strategies based on the competition. These skills can be applied in a business context to enhance strategic planning and goal achievement.

3. Resilience and Perseverance: Sports competition often requires resilience and perseverance. Athletes face setbacks, challenges, and defeats but learn to bounce back, adapt, and keep going. In business, competition can be tough, and setbacks are common. The ability to stay resilient, learn from failures, and persevere in the face of adversity is crucial for success.

4. Leadership and Decision-Making: Sports provide opportunities for individuals to develop leadership skills and make quick decisions under pressure. Team captains and coaches take charge, make critical decisions, and guide their team towards victory. These leadership qualities and decision-making abilities are valuable in the business world, where leaders must make tough choices and inspire their teams to achieve their best.

5. Performance Management: In sports, individual and team performance is continually assessed, and improvements are made through training and practice. This focus on performance management can be applied to businesses as well. Monitoring performance, identifying areas for improvement, providing feedback, and investing

in employee development can enhance overall business performance and competitiveness.

6. Competitive Spirit and Determination: Sports competition instills a competitive spirit and a drive to succeed. Athletes strive to be the best, constantly pushing their limits and seeking improvement. In business, a similar competitive spirit can motivate individuals and teams to innovate, differentiate themselves from competitors, and continuously strive for excellence.

7. Networking and Relationship Building: Sports competitions often bring together individuals and teams from different backgrounds. This provides opportunities for networking and relationship building, fostering collaboration and learning from others. In the business world, networking is vital for building connections, partnerships, and gaining valuable insights from industry peers. Overall, sports can help kids develop important skills such as teamwork, goal setting, resilience, leadership, and decision-making, which can all contribute to success in the competitive business environment. By drawing lessons from the world of sports, children can gain a competitive edge and thrive in business and in life.

Personalizing your Funeral Service, Part 4

By Andrew Hoffman

Hello all and welcome to my series about personalizing your funeral service. In previous articles, I was talking to you about all the different and unique caskets and vaults with so many ways to remember the life and interests of your loved one.

urns can be personalized as well. The standard practice is to place the names and dates of the individual on the urn. But you can go further as to what type of font style you would like the writing to be. You can backfill the engraving with gold to make the engraving stand out more. You can go further still and place images on the urn. Maybe the individual was an avid duck hunter and they would like the scene of a hunter in the marsh aiming at some ducks. It can be done! Perhaps the individual liked angels and it

would look nice to have an angel laser engraved on the top of the urn. You can even have the deceased’s image engraved on the urn. All that is needed is a photo of the loved one and then that image is uploaded to the engraver and it is placed on the urn. Basically, there is nothing that can’t be engraved on the urn so long as it is not immoral or illegal.

What I have covered so far in re gard to urns has been the standard in the industry. now I would like to move a bit higher and more unique when it comes to urns. There are companies out there that take personalization to a whole new level. For example, do you like pizza? Is that your favorite food in the whole world? Well, if it is then would you consider an urn that looks like an actual pizza box as your final resting place? Yes, this urn actually exists. Perhaps you are a huge board gamer, and you just love playing Dungeons & Dragons. There is an urn that is a 20-sided die, I hope you role a natural 20. Maybe you like

to gamble, there is an urn company the makes urns specific the persons hobbies, vocation and interest’s. Perfect Memorial’s makes an urn, I am not making this up, that is topped with a slot machine, and poker chips and a card hand with a royal straight flush.

It is just perfect for that person who loved to try his/her luck at the local casino. There is a motorcycle urn which literally has a motorcycle on it for those who are motorcycle enthusiasts or someone who loves to play the drums, a drum set could be on the top of the urn.

Maybe you are a huge movie buff, or you just love popcorn, believe it or not there is an urn made in the likeness of a bag of popcorn. Perhaps you are a lover of donuts, well guess what? That’s right, an urn in the shape and likeness of a donut. For the sports enthusiast there are urns that look like tennis balls, basketballs or footballs. There are tons of Star Wars

fanboys and fangirls out there so yes why not show your devotion by putting your ashes in your very own Darth Vader or Death Star urn. I guess what I am trying to say if you are willing to look, put in the effort, and spend the money, you can get an urn to fit anyone’s lifestyle and personality.

We’ll go into more unique ways to personize loved ones in my next article. Bye for now.

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

Egg Harbor Township: ‘The Heart of Atlantic County’

the 177th Air national Guard Fighter Wing and the u S Coast Guard Air Station Atlantic City to protect us, and the William J Hughes Federal Aviation Technical Center employing many of our residents.

same schools that they successfully attended and graduated from.

Real Estate Matters

By Elisa Jo Eagan

When we think of a place to call home: to plant roots, work and raise a family, many factors come to mind. We dream, we plan, we search and research to create and find our own utopia.

The thriving community of egg Harbor Township, located in “The Heart of Atlantic County” is the place I now call home. Here’s a few reasons why you might want consider calling it yours.

It has almost everything you could want including the beauty and enjoyment of the Great egg Harbor River along our border, convenience of the Atlantic City International Airport in our center, our own military bases –

It has senior communities like the 55 + Village Grande of Little Mill and english Mill, our own parks, recreation, nature reserve and Community Center; award-winning, golf courses, comprehensive youth sports programs, Police Athletic League, our own fully paid police department and dedicated volunteer fire departments, places of worship where we gather, numerous dedicated businesses and services, and many other features that we enjoy, appreciate and love. And all within easy access to two major highways. Our desirable public school system provides top-notch education for our children and grandchildren. Generations of successful and well-educated students have gone through our egg Harbor Township schools, have grown up and decided to come back home to live in the township, giving back to our community, and happily sending their children and grandchildren to the

Many neighborhoods of new construction homes have been built in the last few years and are continuing to be built to accommodate the strong demand for housing. Stay tuned there is more to come. new homes being built is a sign of a healthy local economy as the real estate market is the backbone of any community.

During the pandemic, egg Harbor Township became the “sweet spot” for many relocating from n ew York, north Jersey, Pennsylvania and other out-of-state places wanting to bring their families here to escape the hustle and bustle of living and working in crowded cities by working comfortably from home.

Many relocated to e gg Harbor Township for a better life, whether it was to be by the Shore or closer to family, near Ocean City and their favorite beaches, or in and around Atlantic City and the surrounding Atlantic County area.

n ew and existing home values throughout e gg Harbor Township since 2020 to Spring/Summer 2023

have increased 25 to 35 percent on average, building equity for homeowners.

Inventory and supply of existing homes for sale is low and the demand for housing is stronger than ever. Buyers want to buy and to own in egg Harbor Township in all price ranges and in all neighborhoods. The desire to own, enjoy and experience living in the Heart of Atlantic County in egg Harbor Township truly is alive and well.

Since 1710 egg Harbor Township has been built by generations of talented and caring residents and dedicated business owners that have given of themselves to create a wonderful place to live, grow and prosper now and for many decades to come.

u ntil next time… Remember to bloom where you are planted in the Heart of Atlantic County here in egg Harbor Township!

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!"

Eight EHTHS Graduates to Wear Color-Coded Military Branch Honor Cords at Commencement

Mixed among egg Harbor Township High School’s 633 graduates tomorrow will be eight military-bound students who will be wearing distinguishing color-coded honor cords — each representing the military branch they will be joining – in addition to their traditional caps and gowns.

Red cords represent the Marines, green cords represent the Army and Army national Guard, navy cords represent the navy, and royal blue cords represent the Air Force.

Following is a list of the graduates and the military branch in which they are enlisted: n ickolas Fuentes (Air Force), nicholas Haines (Army), emmanuel Garcia and Joely Ordonez (Army national Guard), Dylan Davis and Kevin J. Ortiz Gonzalez (Marines), and Donald Chishko III and Tyler Reynolds (navy).

The Military Honor Cord program is led annually by eHTHS Guidance Counselor Jennifer Leonetti, who also acts as the high school’s military coordinator. She maintains contact with local military recruiters throughout the year and is responsible for scheduling the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test, a timed, multi-aptitude exam developed by the Department of Defense for students interested in joining the military.

“It is important for our students to be recognized and congratulated for their preparation both mentally and physically, as they embark on their future careers in our Armed Services,” said Leonetti.

“The cords are a way for our high school graduates, who have committed to the military, to receive the honor they deserve,” said Kim Dempsey, high school media clerk. “These young men and women have made a decision to align themselves in future careers that could potentially put them in harm’s way to secure our freedoms and our way of life. eHTHS recognizes that service to our country is not a decision

to be taken lightly and should be celebrated.”

For the past five years, Dempsey has coordinated the school’s “Power of Pride” program, which encompasses all things military at the high school. Through Power of Pride, Dempsey hosts a veteran’s breakfast, collects donations to send care packages to local military members overseas during the holidays, and helps to coordinate the Veterans Wall of Pride located at eHTHS, that recognizes graduates and staff who have served in the military.

Protecting your parent’s money

gests. The reason is because most exploitation when committed by those the person knows typically goes unreported. AARP suggests that approximately 88% of cases involving someone seniors know go unreported. now imagine how big the problem is in terms of actual costs.

By Eric Reich

As a parent, you spend a lot of time worrying about your kids. You try to teach them everything you think they’ll need to know in the years ahead. As they get older, you start to worry less about the basics and more about things like how they will handle money. As time goes on that worry about money starts to shift from your kids to your parents. Things such as your parents having enough money to live on for the rest of their lives, healthcare costs, etc. There is another important thing to add to the list because it is a problem that has been increasing at an alarming rate, and that is financial exploitation.

How big is the problem? The FBI logs more than 800,000 complaints per year. According to AARP it is now close to $30 billion dollars a year. The truth however, is that the problem is likely much bigger than even that enormous number sug-

We have all heard horror stories about strangers scamming seniors. Here are a few of the more common scams.

1. Internet based scams- These can include Phishing, which is an email from a familiar looking site or sender. They try to get you to enter personal information to confirm information in your account and then steals that information. Another common internet-based scam is a pop-up that says it is an anti-virus software. Once you click on it, it either implants a virus or locks you out of your computer which might then want ransom to unlock it.

2. Phone Scams- These include people impersonating the IRS, Medicare, or health insurance. In the case of the IRS calls, they say you have an overdue balance and try to get you to pay it over the phone. The IRS will not call you, they will reach out via mail. even if the caller ID looks valid, it is often a “spoofed” number in order to look legitimate.

3. Family or “Grandparent” ScamsOften these involve a “grandchild” calling you from a remote location telling

you that they are in need of financial assistance. They often ask that you not tell their parents because they are embarrassed, etc. when in reality it isn’t even them at all. The con is that they try to get you to send them gift cards or money transfers. If you were wondering why they ask a lot of info when you buy gift cards nowadays, this is the reason.

4. Lottery Scams- These scams say that you won money but that you need to pay for the processing, etc. and provide your banking info in order for them to deposit the funds into your account.

5. Romance Scams- These are quickly becoming a much bigger scam than they were a few years ago. As more and more older people are using the internet in order to find companionship, the incidents of fraud are increasing. In these scams, people strike up an online romance with you using a fake identity and often claiming to want to move the relationship forward. They may ask for money in order to travel to see you or borrow money due to some unforeseen short term financial issue in order to scam you out of your money.

6. elder Abuse- While this one differs from the others in that it is not perpetrated by an outsider, it is a major issue for seniors none the less. What often happens is that a family member moves into an older family member’s house usually due to a financial hardship. Shortly after, they start by borrowing small amounts of money due to their circumstances. These amounts soon begin to grow in both size and frequency. This is an extremely common situation. It is also now a crime in many cases. If a family member moves into another’s home, keep an eye on their finances. I hate to sound distrusting but trust me when I say this is extremely common in many cases didn’t intend to

start out as a recurring scam.

The best way to protect yourself or your loved ones from scams, is to simply be aware that they exist and to look for any unusual activity. When in doubt, ask questions, lots of questions. If you think you have been a victim of fraud you can file a complaint with the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) at reportfraud.ftc. gov or with the FBI at ic3.gov.

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

Fathers Day was Flounders Day for these fishermen. Courtesy of Ray Scott's Dock.

Getting Around The Shore

THEME: HOW DO YOU LIKE IT

ACROSS

1. "Beat it!"

6. Bupkis

9. Tobacco mouthful, slangily

13. "All My Children" diva

14. *Pie ____ ____ mode

15. Oil source

16. *____ ____ or to go

17. Meghan Markle's Archie, e.g.

18. east Asian peninsula

19. *Italian or ____ meatballs

21. *la King or Kiev

23. Pine juice

24. Jury colleague

25. u.K. broadcaster

28. Make a reference

30. Wine grape

35. Riyadh native 37. *Wafer, cake or sugar

39. "no way" partner

40. On ____, or cheap

41. Old World lizard

43. Rani's dress

44. Like a Harvard building?

46. "Don't bet ____ ____!"

47. Table scraps 48. *With cream or sugar 50. Montana tribe

52. Make lacework 53. Prospector's mother 55. Directing Spike 57. *Shaken or stirred 61. *not on the rocks

65. ____ Bashevis Singer 66. Gobbled up

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3. Stravinsky's "The ____ of Spring"

4. DnA and RnA

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6. Funny poet Ogden

7. u n. working-conditions agcy.

8. Jousting pole

9. Chocolate candy, to a Brit

10. "____! The herald angles sing"

11. Toward the lee

12. Withdraw gradually

15. Vail trail

20. Virgo's brightest star

22. Request for tailor

24. Self-flagellation, e.g.

25. In its simplest form

26. Music to a performer's ears

27. Representative of Allah on earth

29. *eat in or ____ ____

31. Comme ci, comme a

32. Pie display 33. Largest artery 34. *Lime or ____ 36. *Rare or medium 38. Chieftain in Arabia

42. Bikini, e.g. 45. Civil wrong 49. Bajillion years 51. More rare than daily 54. Dear one for writing 56. Boredom

57. Fermented soybeans

58. Says "What?"

59. *not top-shelf

60. Hawaiian tuber

61. Long for Liz

62. Small european freshwater fish

72. nobel Peace Prize capital

73. Kum Ba ____, song

63. Bad to the bone 64. In Davy Jones' locker 67. *Hot or iced

Local film reveals COVID’s impact on special needs community

hands frequently. This great shift in routine became very challenging.

n ow some area moms have teamed up to tell their stories in a new thought-provoking documentary film.

By Steffen Klenk

Living with special needs can be a challenge. For people diagnosed with a physical or intellectual disability, there are day-to-day struggles navigating everyday life. For parents, guardians, and caregivers of people with disabilities, balancing work, home life, and managing services is a priority.

Three years ago, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the disability community was hit hardest by lockdowns and restrictions. Daily life as we knew it completely changed in what felt like an instant. As schools, workplaces, stores, and restaurants closed their physical doors, and we resorted to staying inside and washing our

“A Cry for Help” chronicles life during the pandemic as told by parents and guardians of people with special needs. One of those parents featured in the film is Kathy Berns of Galloway. She is the mom of two sons. While the youngest faces special needs challenges, he is described as extremely social and a participant in group activities. “His whole reason for being is being out of the house,” Berns said.

The film is directed by Diane Shorter, the mom of a son with autism. She made the film with hopes of informing state officials of the many challenges parents and guardians felt during this stressful time in our country’s history.

“If a hurricane hit n ew Jersey, we have a plan in place, but this is something that affected everybody worldwide,” Shorter said.

Kathi Lentz is the operations director at The Arc of Atlantic County. At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lentz was providing remote services to families of intellectually disabled individuals, while learning how to use Zoom. She was also the guardian of an older gentleman named Steven, a Mays Landing resident who resided in a group home.

“Getting to see him was impossible,” Lentz said. “He wasn’t one to chat on the phone.”

In late 2020, after suffering a fall in his home, Steven was admitted to an area hospital. Amid restrictions on distancing and protecting patients from illness, Lentz was placed in charge of speaking to nurses by phone, ensuring Steven’s most basic needs were met. Following intensive care, rehabilitation, and visits to the emergency room, Steven passed away on Dec. 2, 2020.

For some, there was the challenge of gathering the most vital information. For patients in area hospitals such as Steven, there was the inability to communicate crucial information about protective physical care, diets, and precautions, especially for those who could not voice such crucial information.

These sudden changes were drastic for the disability commu -

nity. For an individual on the spectrum, it may be difficult to understand changes in daily routine. During COVID, parents, guardians, and caregivers saw their loved ones regress, become anxious, and face behavioral changes.

At 42 minutes in length, “A Cry for Help” details the struggle many caregivers faced finding or locating services through eye- and ear-opening testimony. The film recently won the Silver Telly Award in the n on-Broadcast category for Long-Form Documentaries and Best Short Film Documentary at the Atlantic City Cinefest.

“A Cry for Help” was filmed on location at Weist Barron Ryan of nY Acting Workshops and Casting in Galloway. The documentary was produced by Quinn Showell and Stefanie Ryan, with editing and lead camera operations by Lada Doukhani.

WBR is also home to Rising Stars, a program that allows individuals with developmental disabilities to participate in interactive and engaging workshops where participants develop important skills including self-confidence, public speaking, reading, focus, and eye contact.

The pandemic exposed with staggering clarity the vulnerabilities of special needs communities. Parents, guardians, and caregivers want to assurances that essential supports are put in place before the next potential emergency.

To learn more about “A Cry for Help” contact Diane Shorter at ladydiane2020@gmail.com.

How to assemble first-aid kits for dogs

laids, a digital thermometer, tweezers, various-sized syringes to either flush out a wound or eye or deliver peroxide and water to induce vomiting, an extra blanket and few towels, an extra leash and collar, a muzzle, and finally wet wipes.

By Heidi Clayton

As summer gets into full swing and many of you are traveling to the shore area with your dogs, the last thing you are probably thinking about is a veterinary medical emergency, which is precisely when most of them happen. I travel with my dogs all the time and have a dedicated first-aid kit in our van, as well as one specifically for my home.

First aid is not a replacement for actual medical or vet care. It is used to sustain life or manage an injury until you can get to the emergency room. There are endless ways in which your dog can injure themselves. You certainly can’t be prepared for everything but having a well-put-together first aid kit and a plan to get to the emergency clinic can make a huge difference in your dog's successful treatment. Things like cuts that will require stitches, possible broken bones or ligament tears, and eating things they were not meant to eat can happen at home as well as when you are at the shore.

My first-aid kit contains a collection of various-sized gauze, non-stick bandages, hydrogen peroxide, an antibiotic spray and ointment that is specifically made for dogs, Tums, Ro -

I also keep a few medications on hand in both my home and travel kit that I have had to get from my vet. Medications such as metronidazole for diarrhea, Cerenia used for car sickness and treating vomiting, Rimadyl for slight sprains and strains, and Apoquel or Benadryl to use in the event of a bee sting or insect bite are good to have on hand. Discuss with your vet when it is appropriate to use them as well as the correct dosage for your dog.

To make your life easy, you can always go onto Amazon and look for a canine first-aid kit that is premade and comes with all of the essentials. I have a kit that I love made by Adventure Medical Kits that has everything I need. It also comes with a very helpful and detailed first-aid book for dogs that I have referenced. I made my own kit for my home using a tackle box that I keep in the same spot so I know where it is in an emergency.

Hopefully, you will never have to use your first aid kit, but the reality is your dogs will manage at some point in their life to hurt themselves when you least expect it. Having a first aid kit on hand and briefly reading up on how to apply it can make a scary situation much easier on both you and your dog.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at heidi@fouronthefloordogtraining.net.

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