SHORE LOCAL | Oceancity | August 10, 2023

The importance of celebrating milestones

From the Editor

When we look back on our lives, it’s the little moments that matter the most. t hough what fun would it be if we didn’t make time to celebrate the big milestones as well? there are some days that are just worthy of grandeur celebrations and rearranging your schedule in the name of soaking in all that life and love have to offer. this week Bob and I shared one of those special days.

It’s hard to believe we’ve been married for 30 years, yet here we are. It seems like yesterday we were two young college kids, blissfully in love. three children, two dogs, four houses, a few leaps of faith, and a whole lot of love later, it seems as though we blinked, and thirty years have passed.

t hirty years of marriage is no small feat. It comes with plenty of

tides and new journeys to navigate together. We’ve seen the best of days and worst of them together, but we have continued to hold each other’s hand through this life. With shore Local publishing every week and our plates overflowing with invitations, places to be, dinners to attend, and deadlines to meet, it would have been easy to skip over the magical day we shared on Monday night, but we were determined to take a pause and honor our marriage.

When high winds threatened to uproot our plans, I briefly considered canceling them, but love prevailed, and we were able to experience a day for the record books. We are water lovers, so a day on the ocean was the perfect start for our 30th-anniversary celebration. We cruised the beautiful local waters, stopped at Wonder Bar for some lunch and cocktails, swam in the ocean, and even got to witness a rare sighting of dolphins in the bay.

With a few changes to the itinerary, we were able to pull off the beach picnic for two I had planned.

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With the help of surfside Picnic, we ended our day with a sunset dinner on the beach hand-in-hand. the world kept spinning as we took a moment to celebrate our love and how far we’ve come in our journey through life. the work still got done, the paper still got published, and we created a moment that we will remember forever.

I encourage you to slow down and make time for those core-memory experiences. While the little things found in the day-to-day are important, the big moments matter too. Don’t miss them! After all, when we

face the end of our days, it won’t be the work that we remember the most. It will be the love, experiences, and magical memories etched into our hearts.

As you flip through these pages, look for opportunities to say “yes” to creating memories. there is so much to be explored here at the Jersey shore, from the beaches to the sky. We are so excited about the return of the Visit Atlantic City Airshow, now in its 20th year. this annual event draws thousands of visitors to Atlantic City every summer and reminds us to celebrate the sacrifices of those who have served our country.

As always, it is our pleasure to bring you another edition of shore Local. this newsmagazine is created with hard work, love, and a commitment to celebrating all things local, all the time. Look for us on social media to engage in the conversation and see what’s new. Have a wonderful week!

Cover photo of Carter Doorly by Dawn Doorly.

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Sheriff's program offers hope for those in crisis

By Krystle J Bailey

When Atlantic County s heriff Eric s cheffler took office in 2017, he began his mission to create a healthier community by providing residents with access to information and support. the Hope Exists Foundation was created to aid in the efforts of the Hope One Mobile Outreach Project, an initiative that helps Atlantic County individuals in crisis access the resources available to them.

“When I became sherriff, I understood that creating safe communities could only be done by creating healthy communities,” explains scheffler. “ that meant creating access.”

since he has been in office, sheriff scheffler and his team have helped over 4,000 individuals in the county get the treatment that they need for a second chance at life. scheffler believes that creating access is about more than giving someone a phone number to call in hopes that they will find their way into treatment. the Hope One team takes it a step further, working with individuals to make phone calls, offer transportation, and get them properly connected to services from recovery centers to food resources, healthcare access, em -

ployment services, mental health support, and more.

t he Hope One Mobile Outreach unit meets individuals where they are and offers them a helping hand. scheffler explains that when someone is in crisis, expecting them to dial a number, hit the right buttons, say the right things, then find their way to a treatment center can be a tall mountain to climb. Hope One exists to eliminate those barriers and help members of the community achieve a healthy, thriving life that has the potential to spread a ripple of healing to their family members, friends, and neighbors.

“If we leave someone out and don’t create access, we create a chain of unhealthy people,” explains scheffler. “If your family member is in crisis, so are you. Helping one person relieves the pressure off the whole family.”

In addition to serving community members in need, s cheffler has addressed the needs within his own agency by creating an atmosphere for law enforcement officers that supports their mental well-being, including a Jiu-Jitsu program, workout spaces, and breakout rooms. Atlantic County officers are provided with ten hours of defensive

tactic training per year, significantly higher than many agencies throughout the country. Combined with access to resiliency programs by the FBI National Academy for PtsD, there hasn’t been an excessive force complaint under scheffler’s watch in over two years.

“ this is home for us,” says the lifelong Atlantic County resident. “I believe in helping humans to create healthier communities. I’ve always been taught that we are supposed to help each other.”

the services and support offered through the Hope One Mobile Outreach program and s cheffler’s office are seemingly endless and come at no

cost to the taxpayer. All services are supported by the Hope Exists Foundation, a 501c3. this includes the sherriff gormley scholarship Award that honors the late gerard g ormley, Atlantic County s herriff, who served for more than 20 years. the scholarship recognizes the men and women of the agency and their children. Working parallel with the outreach services, scheffler is an advocate for the lifesaving resource Narcan and the eradication of the lethal doses of Fentanyl that have been increasingly found in counterfeit drugs. In a recent press conference with u s senator Bob Menendez, scheffler joined two local mothers and Atlantic County Prosecutor William Reynolds in support of the bi-partisan Fend Off Fentanyl Bill.

“We’re trying our best to create healthy environments, including healthier officers, families, and communities,” explains scheffler about his role as sherriff. “I don’t find myself unique, I just find myself in a unique position to serve. If it weren’t needed, I wouldn’t be doing it.”

In his 29th year as a law enforcement official, sheriff Eric s cheffler says, “I keep doing this because it’s important, and I think there’s more to do.”

Angelo Valente, Senator Bob Mendendez, Sally Onesty, Patrice Lenowitz, Sheriff Eric Scheffler, Atlantic County Prosecutor William Reynolds

New companies submit proposals Could double the number of wind farms off our coast

By Holly Fertsch

On Aug. 4, four new wind projects on the New Jersey coast were proposed by various wind power developers. these projects still need to be approved by state regulators.

If approved, these projects would double the amount of wind farms planned along the New Jersey shore.

In acknowledgment of local opposition to wind farms, two of the proposed projects are planned further out to sea. In comparison to the three wind farms already approved by the state, these two projects are more than twice as far offshore. the companies behind these proposals claim the wind turbines will not be able to be seen from beaches.

Wind farms use wind to generate electricity. Offshore wind projects aim to utilize powerful winds off the ocean in order to produce energy. New Jersey has set a goal of using clean sources, such as offshore wind, for 100 percent of its energy production by 2050.

t here are currently three wind farms approved by New Jersey

regulators: Orsted’s Ocean Wind I, which was the first offshore wind project to be approved by the state;

Orsted’s Ocean Wind II project; and EDF/shell’s Atlantic shores Offshore Wind.

Monday thru Saturday, 10am to 8pm

the first of the four newly proposed projects is called Community Offshore Wind. It is a joint venture of a germany-based company, RWE; and a New York-based company, National g rid. the companies applied to build the Community Offshore Wind project off of Long Beach Island. their goal is to produce enough electricity to power 500,000 homes.

Doug Perkins, president and project director of Community Offshore Wind, commented that his project would be built 37 miles (59 kilometers) offshore and would not be visible to beach-goers, unlike the Orsted wind projects.

Perkins also said the project has “the potential to transform New Jersey into a nation-leading clean energy development, training and manufacturing hub.”

RWE and National g rid have not determined yet how many turbines they intend to build.

t he second proposed project would be even further out to shore: 40 miles (64 kilometers) off the coast of Long Beach Island. Invenergy, which is based in Chicago, and energyRE, based in New York, have submitted a bid for a project called Leading Light Wind. t hey plan to power 1 million homes by building up to 100 turbines.

Ryan Brown, energyRE’s chief operating officer, commented “Lead -

ing Light Wind is ready to build out a world-leading domestic offshore wind industry with American-led ingenuity and expertise.” the company stressed that Leading Light Wind is American-owned.

shell New Energies us and EDF Renewables North America already have approval to build the Atlantic s hores wind farm. However, the companies have applied to build a second wind farm in the state. their new project is currently unnamed. the proposed project would be built 10 to 20 miles (16 to 32 kilometers) offshore. they did not disclose where the second wind farm would be built, but the companies were already granted lease areas between Atlantic City and Barnegat Light on the northern tip of Long Beach Island. t he companies also have not said how many homes they would power through their new proposed project or how many turbines they plan to build.

the New Jersey Board of Public u tilities said a fourth application had also been received. However, no information has currently been released about it.

Community Offshore and Leading Light said that they intend to take advantage of existing federal tax credits. However, they are not seeking the same type of tax break that was granted to Orsted recently. Orsted, a Danish company, is now facing legal opposition to its offshore wind projects.

Spectacular Views of the Show on Practice Day & Show Day from Atlantic City Beaches & Return of the Veterans Resource Row

This year’s Airshow is set to take to the skies above Atlantic City on Wednesday, August 16 starting at 11 a.m. Celebrating its 20th year in Atlantic City in 2023, the Visit Atlantic City Airshow is the world’s premier midweek beachfront airshow, drawing more than a half a million spectators annually.

“You have so many fan-favorite performers returning to the Atlantic City beaches for the Airshow’s 20th Anniversary in 2023 – talented military and civilian acts that dazzle crowds with their death-defying aerobatics and aerial tricks. this will truly be a once-in-a-lifetime show you will not want to miss,” said g reater Atlantic City Chamber President Michael Chait, organizer for this year’s Airshow.

the 2023 Visit Atlantic City Airshow will feature a combination of crowd-favorite military acts like the u s . Army g olden Knights, u s .A.F.

thunderbirds, the long-awaited reappearance of the u s . Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier Demo team and local 177th Fighter Wing of the N.J. Air National g uard, along with civilian acts like Extreme Flight, LLC, scott Francis Airshows, gO EZ Aerobatics, Classic Air shows - super Chipmunk, Jim Beasley and more.

the full performance schedule for 2023 Visit Atlantic City Airshow is as follows:

● 11:00 AM: Airspace Closes for Airshow, tFR in Effect, Boats in Place

● 11:30 AM: us Army golden Knights Flag Jump w/National Anthem

● 11:38 AM: us Army golden Knights Mass Exit show

● 11:44 AM: NJ AN g 177th FW F-16 Flyby

● 11:45 AM: NJ AN g 108th Wg KC135 Flyby

● 11:47 AM: NBC 10 Helicopter Flybys

● 11:50 AM: NJ AN g Composite

Wing Flyby (KC-135 & (2) F-16s)

● 11:52 AM: Mark Meredith Chipmunk Aerobatics

● 12:03 PM: Medical Helicopter Flybys

● 12:05 PM: NJ state Police Flybys

● 12:07 PM: Kyle Fowler Long EZ Aerobatics

● 12:20 PM: 436th AMW C-5M super galaxy Flyby #1

● 12:24 PM: NJ-ArN g/NJ-AN g u H60 sPIEs/FRIEs Demonstration

● 12:30 PM: 436th AMW C-5M super galaxy Flyby #2

● 12:34 PM: us Coast guard MH-65E search & Rescue Demonstration

● 12:44 PM: FAA William J Hughes Aircraft Flybys (2-passes)

● 12:49 PM: tBA – Demonstration

● 12:59 PM: 514th AMW KC-46A

Pegasus Flyover

● 1:01 PM: 514th AMW C-17A globemaster III Flyover

● 1:03 PM: HM-12 MH-53E seaDragon Flyby Demonstration (2-ship)

● 1:09 PM: 80th F t W t-38C talon Flyby #1 (2-ship)

● 1:11 PM: tom Duffy B-25J Mitchell Flight Profile (3-passes)

● 1:20 PM: 80th F t W t-38C talon Flyby #2 (2-ship)

● 1:22 PM: Patrick McAlee Extreme Flight Pitts Aerobatics

● 1:42 PM: usMC AV-8B Harrier II Demonstration

● 1:55 PM: us Army golden Knights Mass Exit show

● 2:15 PM: Jim Beasley Jr. P-51 Mustang Demonstration

● 2:25 PM: scott Francis MXs Aerobatics

● 2:40 PM: Military Enlistment Ceremony

● 2:45 PM: usAF thunderbirds

● 4:00 PM: Airshow Ends

● 5:00 PM: Airspace Reopens; tFR Ends

NOTE: The 2023 Visit Atlantic City Airshow schedule and performing acts are all subject to change without notice; changes may be due to mechanical considerations, weather conditions, staging airport operations and other matters beyond the control of the event and performers.

For those who cannot attend the Airshow on show Day (Wednesday, Aug. 16) – the Airshow’s Practice Day is set for tuesday, Aug. 15 beginning at 11 a.m. and will feature many of the Airshow performers as they take to the skies to “practice” for the big day.

For those planning to attend show Day, remember that the 2023

Visit Atlantic City Airshow is a FREE event – with spectacular views of the show from the free public beaches in Atlantic City. While there is no official livestreaming available for this event, the commentary for the show will be aired on WPg talk Radio 95.5 FM and 1450 AM on show Day (Wednesday) only.

s how day attendees may also enjoy a variety of fun, onsite vendors along the Boardwalk, along with the return of Veterans Resource Row – a one-stop shop of more than a dozen veteran resource organizations and entities where you can talk face-toface with representatives and receive

information on services, support and job opportunities. Veterans Resource Row will be located on the Atlantic City Boardwalk at Missouri Avenue and will be open from 10:30 a.m. until the end of the show. this year’s participating government agencies, nonprofits and veteran services organizations include:

● American Legion

● New Jersey Casino Control Commission

● American Red Cross

● L s technology

● NJ Vet2Vet

● Catholic Charities

● Atlantic County sheriff’s Office

● Humana

● Hero Care Connect

● team Red White and Blue

● Veterans Multi-service Center

● Project Refit

● Hero Care Connect

● Veterans 101

● Folds of Honor

● New Jersey Department of Labor the Visit Atlantic City Airshow is a community partnership between the g reater Atlantic City Chamber; Visit Atlantic City; the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority; the City of Atlantic City; the 177th Fighter Wing of the N.J. Air National guard; south Jersey transportation Authority; FAA William J. Hughes tech Center; t he Atlantic City International Airport; the u s . Coast g uard; David schultz Airshows; and the New Jersey state Police.

For more information on the Visit Atlantic City Airshow, visit: AtlanticCityAirshow.com.

How New Jerseyans can pay their last respects to Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver

Members of the public will have three chances to say goodbye to Lt. gov. sheila Oliver, who died last week at 71. t hursday will begin a three-day celebration of the life of Lt. gov. sheila Oliver, the trailblazing former assemblywoman who died last week at 71.

Oliver’s family said in a statement that Oliver, who became lieutenant governor in 2018, was not only a “distinguished public servant, but also our cherished daughter, sister, aunt, friend and hero.”

g ov. Phil Murphy returned from a family trip in Italy last Wednesday afternoon to attend this week’s memorials. “ together, we will honor and celebrate her remarkable contributions to the state she loved,

recognizing the profound impact she had on the millions of people who call New Jersey home,” Murphy said in a statement.

Flags have been ordered to fly at half-staff until sept. 4 in memory of Oliver. Murphy is also commissioning an official portrait of her that will hang in the statehouse (one of former Lt. gov. Kim guadagno will also be commissioned).

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be made to the sheila Y. Oliver Civic Association in Newark. the nonprofit organization helps young women of color who are interested in government, public policy, and community organizing.

Thursday, Aug. 10

Oliver will lie in state on thursday at the statehouse rotunda, located at 125 West state st. in trenton. Members of the public are invited to pay their respects from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 11

On Friday, Oliver will lie in state at the Essex County Historic Courthouse, 470 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Newark. Oliver is a native of Newark and later lived in East Orange. Members of the public are invited to pay their respects from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 12

Oliver’s funeral service will be held saturday at the Cathedral Basilica of the sacred Heart in Newark, located at 89 Ridge st. Members of the public are invited and must be seated by 9:15 a.m. the ceremony begins at 10 a.m. the Rev. Al sharpton will deliver the eulogy.

Credit New Jersey Monitor

August 10, 2023

Local business hosts interactive robotics workshop for Police Activities League’s award-winning robotics team

Spirit Halloween and s pencer’s hosted team members from the Police Activities League (PAL) of Egg Harbor township and Atlantic County’s award-winning First tech Challenge (F tC) robotics team for an interactive workshop showcasing robotics synergies. t he visit also included a behind-the-scenes tour of the spirit Halloween & s pencer’s headquarters, and a Q&A session with members of the company’s robotics team.

the PAL Enforcers, team # 7149, is composed of middle and high school aged students from throughout Atlantic and Cape May County who together have achieved killer

the organization was established in 1989 as a nonprofit youth organization with the goal of creating a better understanding between its officers and the community. In 34 years, the organization has grown to offer a variety of stEM and athletic activities, before and after care, summer camp and more at its 35-acre campus locatownship.

You can learn more about PAL at

Beach Tag Collector's Panel

Sales generate revenue and training opportunities for Jersey Cape Diagnostic, Training, and Opportunity Center's nonprofit disability, youth, workfoce development, and veteran services.

Farmers Markets

Brigantine Farmers Market

▶saturdays, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Brigantine Community s chool 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, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Atlantic Christian school 391 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor township

Just Organics Marketplace and Honeytree Health host a Community Farmers Market on saturdays in August, featuring a variety of local pesticide-free farmers, live music, food, kid’s crafts, and games. support family farmers. For more information, visit thehoneytree.net or email wellness@thehoneytree. net.

Galloway Green Market

▶thursdays, 4 – 7 p.m.

Historic smithville Village g reene 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.

g o g reen galloway hosts their weekly g reen Market, t hursdays 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

▶tuesday, August 22, 4 – 7 p.m.

Absecon Lighthouse 31 s . Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City

Absecon Lighthouse will host the Live Well AC Farmers Market. Enjoy Free Yoga at 6 p.m. sponsored by the Leadership studio, along with Ven -

dors and Veggie Booths. the Market will be held next tuesday, August 22. For more information and to apply as a vendor, visit abseconlighthouse.org.

Margate Farmers Market

▶thursdays, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

steve and Cookies Parking Lot

9700 Amherst Ave. Margate

t he Margate Farmers Market is open for the season, thursdays through August 31. For more information, visit margatehasmore.com.

Ocean City Farmers Market

▶Wednesdays, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Ocean City tabernacle g rounds 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. Open Wednesdays through september 13. For more information, call 1-800-BEACH-NJ or visit oceancityvacation.com.

Somers Point Farmers Market

▶saturdays, 8 a.m. 12 p.m. somers Mansion 1000 shore Rd. somers Point Farmers Market is held saturdays at somers Mansion through september 2. For more information, go to visitsomerspoint. com.

Ventnor City Farmers Market

▶Fridays, 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. st. James Church Newport & Atlantic Ave.

t he parking lot at st. James Church brims with 60+ farmers, food vendors, and crafters who offer fresh, seasonal picks, delicious artisan foods, baked goods, beverages, and beautiful handmade wares. Open Fridays through september 1. Visit vcfm.org to see a complete list of vendors and sponsors.

Events and Happenings

Multi-Day Events

The Wizard of Oz presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company and Ocean City POPS

▶thursday, 2 p.m. & Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Hughes Performing Arts Center

6th and Atlantic Avenue

Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the M g M film. the timeless tale, in which young Dorothy gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide. For tickets, visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

Atlantic County 4H Fair

▶Friday, 2 – 10 p.m. & saturday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

David C. Wood 4H Center and Fairgrounds Route 50, s outh Egg Harbor

the 74th Atlantic County 4H Fair will take place next weekend. the 4H Fair is a celebration of the accomplishments of our 4H members who have worked throughout the year. Attendees can enjoy many interactive experiences, including amusement rides, animal attractions, children’s activities, horse and livestock shows, firemen’s demonstrations, car show, line dancing and more. Plus, great food and BBQ. Learn more at www. ac4hfair.org.

TidalWave Music Festival

▶Friday, August 11 – sunday, August 13

Atlantic City Beach

t idalWave is a 3-day festival along the world-famous Atlantic City Boardwalk, featuring some of country music’s biggest stars. Headliners this year include thomas Rhett, Jason Aldean, and Brooks & Dunn. tickets and information are available at www. tidalwavefest.com.

Fiddler on the Roof

▶saturday and sunday, 1 p.m. & 6 p.m.

gateway Playhouse 738 Bay Ave. somers Point

Fiddler on the Roof Jr. is a special adaptation of the classic Broadway musical, which tackles the universal theme of tradition in ways that reach across barriers of race, class, nationality, and religion. set in the little village of Anetevka, the story centers on tevye, a poor dairyman, and his five daughters. Purchase tickets online at gatewaybythebay.org or at the gateway box office.

The Great American Craft Expo

▶Friday, August 11 – sunday, August 13

showboat Atlantic City 801 Boardwalk

Learn, craft, play, and shop at the g reat American Craft Expo, featuring the best brands, Youtube personalities, and industry experts all in one space. Participate in classes with Jessica Flynn, Lauren Quigley, shakira Corbel, taylor Duncan, and others. More information is available at thegreatamericancraftexpo.com.

Thursday, August 10

Market Days

▶10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Downtown Asbury Avenue, Ocean City

Enjoy strolling entertainment, face painters, and balloon sculptors while strolling Asbury Avenue. For more information, visit oceancityvacation. com.

113th Annual Baby Parade

▶10:30 a.m.

Ocean City Boardwalk

Join the City for one of the oldest baby parades in the country on the Boardwalk. For more information, visit ocnj.us/babyparade.

Ocean City Fishing Pier Open House

▶6 – 8 p.m.

14th st. and the Boardwalk

the Ocean City Fishing Club is inviting shutterbugs and other visitors to tour its pier and clubhouse this thursday. Visitors will also be able to make an optional monetary donation or canned good donation to support the Ocean City Food Cupboard. this is one of two days a year when the Pier is open to non-members, weather permitting.

Thrilling Thursdays Sunset Cinema

▶6:30 p.m.

On the Beach Between g ranville and Huntington Ave. Margate

Join Margate for movies on the beach between the bulkhead and dunes. Arrive at 6:30 p.m. for a prescreening free fun activity. Movies begin at 7:30 p.m. Rain dates are Fridays. this week, enjoy a screening of "Jaws", along with Duck-A-Palooza games from the Margate Business Association. Check out the complete schedule at margatehasmore.com.

Open Mic at Ventnor Coffee

▶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 g laze will perform from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Evolution of the Surf Board

▶7 p.m.

Lecture Hall at Ocean City Library

1735 simpson Ave.

the Ocean City Historical Muse -

um’s summer Lecture series continues this week. Learn about the Evolution of the surf Board with John Loeper, tim Dring, and Jack Brooks. Admission is free. Learn more at www.ocnjmuseum.com.

Family Nights

▶7 – 9 p.m.

Ocean City Boardwalk

Enjoy live entertainment on the boardwalk between 6th – 14th street. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Friday, August 11

Beach Exercise: Low Impact

▶8 a.m.

6th street Beach, Ocean City Free. Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. For more information, call (609) 398 – 6900. Smithville Car Cruise

▶5 – 8 p.m.

Historic smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.

Car cruises are held on the second and fourth Friday from May through s eptember. 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.

South Jersey Lifeguard Championships

▶6:30 p.m.

Decatur Avenue Beach, Margate t he s outh Jersey Lifeguard Championships are here. Fifteen beach patrols, representing Atlantic and Cape May County, will be featured in this spectacular event.

Saturday, August 12

Atlantic City Triathlon | TRI AC

▶6:30 a.m.

Bader Field

the 13th Annual tRI AC is one of the most beginner friendly sprint triathlon courses in the state, consisting of a .25 mile swim, 11 mile bike, and 5K run. It is the perfect stepping stone for any triathlete. sprint races begin at 6:30 a.m., followed by Olympic races at 7 a.m. Register online at http:// runsignup.com/triac.

Boys and Girls Fishing Tournament in Ocean City

▶9 a.m.

North End Beach by Longport Bridge

FRIDAY AUGUST 11 & SATURDAY AUGUST 12 FRIDAY

Food, amusement rides, animal attractions, children's activities, horse and livestock shows, firemen's Demonstration and more. Great Fair Food including Chicken BBQ and Crabcake Sandwich Platters!

Free entry for all ages 8 – 16. All participants receive a prize. Hosted on the North End beach by the Longport Bridge. sign – ups begin at 9 a.m. and parent signature needed that day. sponsored by Ocean City Fishing Club and City of Ocean City. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Margate Community Church 27th Annual Antiques, Arts & Crafts Show

▶10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

8900 N. Ventnor Ave. Margate

t his celebration of the area’s unique culture and creativity will feature an array of antiques, artwork and handmade items from local artists and artisans. Local vendors will be selling food and refreshments. this event is an excellent opportunity to discover new treasures and support local businesses. Admission is free.

Miss Ocean City Pageant

▶7 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk

Miss Ocean City 2023 g race Oves will be on hand as the contestants compete in interview, talent, swimsuit, evening gown and onstage question. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Tropicana Atlantic City Fireworks

▶10 p.m.

Beachfront 2831 Boardwalk

tropicana Atlantic City lights up the sky every saturday through s eptember 2, including Fourth of July. Fireworks are launched from the beachfront and can be viewed along the boardwalk.

Sunday, August

Guts and Glory 5K

▶8:30 a.m.

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1735 simpson Ave. Ocean City

Join the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation for their annual guts & glory 5K Run and Walk in Ocean City. Raise funds and awareness for Inflammatory Bowel Disease and celebrate with the IBD community at a family fun day. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. the run begins at 8:30 followed by the walk at 9 a.m. Register online at chrohnscolitisfoundation.org and click on News & Events.

O-Street Mini Golf Open

▶9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

tee t ime g olf 640 Boardwalk, Ocean City

Do you have what it takes to be a professional miniature golfer? Come out to the O-street Mini golf Open to win the $2,000 cash prize. $50 entry fee. Winners in overall, women, and youth divisions. sponsored by Downbeach seafood Fest. Register online at o-streetminigolf.com.

Margate Duck Derby

▶11:30 a.m.

Amherst Ave. & the Bay at Washington Ave.

It’s a floating quack-a-palooza at

Ray s cott’s Dock. Weighted, numbered rubber ducks are dumped into the bay into a closed course and with a little help from the current, ducks are funneled towards the finish line. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ducks. Activities will begin along Washington Avenue Pier at 11 a.m. Raffle tickets can be purchased at all Margate Business Association events. For more information, visit www.margatehasmore.com.

Ocean City POPS presents Tchaikovsky and Beethoven 5: Symphonic Fireworks

▶7:30 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk

Featuring Vince Lee showing off the virtuosic classical side of the Pops with an evening of symphonic favorites. Musicians from the orchestra will also take the spotlight as featured soloists, and the evening will close with selections from one of the most famous tunes in classical music history: Beethoven’s 4th symphony. tickets can be purchased online at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice, at the Music Pier Box Office or by calling (609) 399-6111.

Monday, August 14

Beach Exercise: Yoga

▶8 a.m.

6 street Beach, Ocean City

Yoga on 6th street Beach Volleyball Courts. Free. Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. For more information, call (609) 398 – 6900.

EHT Monday Morning Madness

▶11 a.m.

Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheatre in tony Canale Park

EH t Recreation hosts Monday Morning Madness. this week, talewise – “ s aving Earth together.” For more information, visit ehtrec.com.

Somers Point Kid’s Concert Series

▶6:30 p.m.

William Morrow Beach

the somers Point Kid’s Concert s eries continues this week with the Mickey Mouse show, a character show presented by Let’s Party Events. there will also be free face painting, giveaways and snacks. For more information, contact Doug shallcross at (609) 833-5428.

Tuesday, August 15

Ocean City Beach Walks

▶tuesdays at 9 a.m. & Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.

59 st. & Central Ave. at the Entrance to Corson’s Inlet

For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Funtastic Tuesdays

▶10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Downtown Asbury Avenue, Ocean City

Enjoy strolling entertainment, face painters, and balloon sculptors while strolling Asbury Avenue. For more information, visit oceancityvacation. com.

Comfort Cooking: Light & Delicious

▶10:30 a.m.

Join Bernadette g etzler, healthy eating and gardening guru, as she takes you on a food journey using farm fresh summer ingredients. RsVP by August 10 by contacting tina s erota at (609) 287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link will be emailed to you.

Mummers Night

▶7 – 9 p.m.

Ocean City Boardwalk

the Mummers strut up and down the Ocean City Boardwalk between 6th – 14th streets. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Somers Point Dance Society

▶7:30 – 10:30 p.m.

s omers 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. see you on the dance floor.

Movies by the Sea at Deauville Inn

▶8:30 p.m.

201 Willard Rd. strathmere

Bring your favorite beach chair and blanket and enjoy a movie by the sea. Food, drinks and candy are available for purchase. this week, it’s Jungle Night. Enjoy a screening of Jumanji.

Wednesday, August 16

Wacky Wednesday in Ocean City: Prince and Princess Party

▶10:30 a.m.

Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk use your creativity to design your own Prince or Princess crown with Miss Ocean City, Junior Miss Ocean City and Little Miss Ocean City. the contest is free and is open to all ages. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Visit Atlantic City Air Show

▶11 a.m.

Atlantic City Beach

the Visit Atlantic City Air show “A s alute to t hose Who s erve” will bring high flying action to the beach and Boardwalk this Wednesday. Celebrating it’s 20th year with new viewing experiences and aerial performances by top military acts,

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including the u. s . Marine Corps AV8B Harrier Demo team. u s . Air Force t hunderbirds, u s . Army g olden Knights Parachute team and 177th Fighter Wing. Practice day will be tuesday.

Wacky Wednesdays at Absecon Lighthouse

▶11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Absecon Lighthouse 31 s . Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City

Join Absecon Lighthouse for a day of crafts, activities, movies and coloring. Included with regular admission; themes change weekly. For more information, visit abseconlighthouse. org.

Miss Crustacean Hermit Crab Beauty Pageant

▶5:30 p.m.

6th street Beach, Ocean City

the original beauty contest for crustaceans. Families, kids, businesses, and organizations are invited to enter their crustacean in this annual contest, the winner receives the Coveted Cucumber Rind Cup and gets to walk down a flowery runway. Registration is free and starts at 5:30 p.m. at 6 street Beach. the contest begins at 6 p.m. Open to all ages. For more information, visit oceancityvacation. com.

Hermit Crab Races in Ocean City

▶5:30 p.m.

6th street Beach

Watch as some of the fastest crabs in the universe compete in this world famous race immediately following Miss Crustacean at 6 street Beach. Registration is free and starts at 5:30 p.m. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.

Positivity Project: Evening

Retreat

▶7 p.m.

Join JFs Wellness Coach Mary Jean Arreola and Village Community specialist tina serota for an evening retreat. shed the cares of the day and prepare for a restful night. RsVP by August 14 by contacting tina serota at (609) 287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link will be emailed to you.

Thursday, August 17

Coffee Klatch

▶10:30 a.m.

Join a fast[-paced discussion on politics, technology, world events, arts, religion, and more. Moderated by Village Community s pecialist tina serota. RsVP by August 15 by contacting tina serota at (609) 2878872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link will be emailed to you.

Ocean City Pops Luncheon

▶11:30 a.m.

greate Bay Country Club 901 Mays Landing Rd. somers Point

g rab your dancing shoes and get ready for the Friends of the Ocean City Pops’ 2023 Luncheon. Join the Pops as they celebrate “Music, Music, Music.” tickets are $55 and can be purchased at the Ocean City Music Pier before Ocean City Pops performances. For more information, call (609) 226-0943.

Free Apprenticeship and Trades Career Expo

▶3 – 5 p.m.

Alder Avenue Middle s chool 25 Alder Ave. Egg Harbor township Atlantic County residents interested in learning more about high-paying job opportunities as plumbers, electricians, mechanics, carpenters, and other trades are invited to participate in a free Apprenticeship and trades Career Expo. Representatives from various unions and trades will be available to provide information and answer questions.

Surf & Soul Drum Circles in Atlantic City

▶5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

teroy A. Collins Beach station 451 N. Maine Ave.

Join sea goddess Healing Arts for their monthly surf & soul Drum Circle series. this is a free jam series open to all ages. No experience required. Bring an instrument if you have one. We’ll provide sticks and buckets to use during the drum circle. For more information, visit seagoddesshealingarts.com.

Summer Camps

South Jersey Players’ TheaterArts Camp

▶saturday, August 12 Ventnor Cultural Arts Center 6500 Ventnor Ave. the Ventnor Cultural Arts Center presents south Jersey Players’ theater-Arts Camp. Learn theater, games, improv, one-minute plays, skits, and more. Age range: 6 – 11 years old. $30 per weekly session. For registration, call (347) 920-6399.

Health and Wellness

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

▶thursday, August 10, 10:30 a.m. this is a workshop style meeting among peers with a new topic each month. Daytime meetings are 10:30 a.m. on the 2nd and 4th thursdays of each month, evening meetings are the third thursday at 7 p.m. Call (609) 517-8614 for more information on how to participate.

NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups

▶Monday, August 14, 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.

Dementia Support Group

▶Wednesday, August 16, 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.

Registration Open for NAMI Atlantic Cape May Family-toFamily Class

the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Atlantic Cape May has opened its registration for its FREE 8 Week Family-to-Family class. NAMI Family-to-Family provides information about anxiety, depressive disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. Other topics include communication, problem solving, treatment and recovery. For more information and registration please contact NAMI at (609) 741-5125 or email Nami1557@ comcast.net. Class dates are thursdays, sept. 7 – Oct. 26 from 6:30 – 9 p.m. on Zoom.

Mental Health Support and Discussion Groups

Online groups are offered daily for a variety of topics, including women, men, Lg BtQIA+, individuals aged 18-30. Boomers, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, and many others. g roups are also provided to individuals with a family member who lives with a mental health challenge. to receive a full list and to register, call (609) 652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.

Recovery Groups

More than a dozen groups for individuals living with substance use disorder are offered online. topics range from mental health/ wellness to employment, faith, and more. g roups are provided 7 days a week. Interested participants can register for groups through unitedbywellness@mhanj.org or (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-today mental health. to register and receive links by email, call (609) 6523800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj. org.

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A Senior’s Observations, Opinions and Rantings The daze of

By Charles P. Eberson Se nior Moments

Just prior to summer, it is common in the shore communities such as the shore community in which I live, to post what I call “Rules of Conduct” to follow for residents and visitors alike. usually, they consist of biking hours, dog walking, alcohol consumption and observing pedestrian crossings since they have a habit of flinging themselves in front of oncoming cars. Now that we are in mid-summer, how do I perceive it going?

First, let me be clear: I am not complaining. If one is to live in a very desirable resort, one must accept some of the behavior that temporarily comes with it. But as a student of human behavior, I find some of it worth noting. As far as bicycling

on the boardwalk, I find the Lance Armstrong wannabees amusing if not hazardous, using pedestrians and slower bikers as pilons. then there are the electric bikes and scooters which add to the thunderdome. Beachgoers pause before they cautiously attempt to cross the boardwalk. there are no “pedestrian crossing” rules on the boardwalk; everyone has their own “Rules of Engagement.”

As a former smoker, I understand the pleasures of a good smoke on the beach but one guy smoking a cigar like a locomotive was a bit much especially since he was practically sitting on our towel and the wind was blowing my way. It was pretty obvious to me that a gentlemanly request of him putting his cigar out or moving farther away would have us both off of the beach and in front of a judge. I found that tossing little pretzels around his supine body, thus forcing him to fight off the diving

Lindy Hops

seagulls, offered the necessary distraction from smoking his cigar and was the more peaceful alternative. speaking of smoking, now I am no longer shocked by the smell of marijuana as I ride on the boardwalk. I remember when people felt like outlaws, risk takers, etc. while surreptitiously purchasing and smoking pot (I am told.) Now, because of relaxed laws and medical marijuana cards, people can light up a joint, doob or a fatty, blowing thick plumes into the air resulting in my impulse to imbibe in an ice cream sundae with peanut M & M’s.

Another breach of boardwalk etiquette is people ambling along, four across taking up what is half of the boardwalk. this backs up the rhythm and flow of the aforementioned bikers, strollers, runners, scooters forcing them into oncoming bikers, strollers, runners and scooters. But what triggered this diatribe happened to my wife and I recently on the beach.

We only visit the beach on the weekdays to avoid the crush of humanity. Ever cognizant of the tides, we positioned ourselves comfortably above the high water line with our

umbrella, chairs, cooler and a cute little end table and a beautiful unobstructed view of the ocean. Before too long, two women old enough to know better, positioned themselves no more than six feet in front of us with beach chairs and started putting up their umbrella. My wife and I just looked at each other and shook our heads. I was clean out of pretzels, so we just decided to make the best of it. It was a beautiful day right up until their umbrella was caught by the wind and slammed into my wife’s chair causing her to cry out in alarm. Ordinarily, I would be the first to assist someone struggling with a windblown beach umbrella but I was

confident they had it handled. so, the precious days of summer continue to roll by. the ocean is forever changing, glistening, renewing. the beach keeps calling and the sun bathes us in its warmth during these Halcyon days. Let us all take a deep breath. Labor Day is approaching.

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

Brigantine's famous centerpiece

Brigantine's Lighthouse was never a working lighthouse.

It was constructed in 1926 by the Island Development Real Estate Company to attract people to the new & up and coming beach town nicknamed “the twin Resort of Atlantic City”. their slogan was “come to the lighthouse”.

We should all jump into our time machine to visit Island Development Real Estate Company at the lighthouse and buy a few blocks in Brigantine

Later in the 1930’s the Brigantine Lighthouse became the town police station. At that time the city only had a few officers. If they had a call, they’d turn the light on. that would alert officers to return to the station.

the steel door of the holding cell is on display at the Historical Museum.

t he lighthouse also served as a gift shop and in the 70’s was the original location of the Historical Museum.

Following Hurricane s andy the city's manpower and resources al -

ready were committed to the larger tasks of clearing streets, repairing bulkheads and supervising reconstruction. so City Engineer Ed stinson and other officials consulted with a number of contractors to work out the scope of the lighthouse project in advance of a request for repair bids.

Every local contractor Volunteered their skills and time to repair Brigantine's lighthouse.

today the City is working with the county to potentially redesign the traffic pattern around the century old lighthouse.

Lighthouses were built to guide mariners through storms, sometimes they guide communities.

Credit Real Brigantine.

Margate's annual Duck Derby is a 'Quack-a-palooza' fun time

The fastest among thousands of rubber floating ducks will be crowned at the 3rd Annual Margate Duck Derby, sunday, August 13 (rain date August 20) from 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. at Ray scott’s Dock.

t he Margate Business Association will host the event and Visa gift cards will be awarded to the top 3 finishing ducks. sponsored in part by the Carefree Boat Club of s outh Jersey, Ray scott’s Docks, 100.7 WZXL, 95.1 WAYV and usADJ Entertainment.

It’s being billed a "Quack-a-Palooza" at Ray scott’s Dock! Participants purchase raffle tickets with a corresponding number on a weighted, rubber duck. the ducks are released into the bay into a closed course and with a little help from the current, and a bay breeze, ducks cruise towards a funneled finish line. Duck owners have no interaction with the rubber ducks but they can cheer and watch the race from Washington Ave. pier. Activities will begin at 11 a.m. with the derby beginning at approximately 11:30 a.m. the first three ducks to enter the finish area win! Prizes are Visa prepaid gift cards with first prize winning $1000, second prize $500 and third prize $250.

Children can also try their luck at the Duck Chuck, Quack in the Hole, Fishin’ for Fowl and other

great activities for some fun prizes. Providing musical entertainment is usA DJ Entertainment who will host a Chicken Dance competition with the best dancer winning a prize! to participate in this fowl flotilla, adults 21 and older can purchase their raffle tickets ($5 for one, $20 for 5) at thrilling thursdays’ Movies on the Beach, Margate Farmers Market on thursdays at steve and Cookie’s or from Wendy at Bocca Coal Fired Bistro-tuesday and Wednesday 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. tickets will not be sold on the day of the event.

For more information visit margatehasmore.com. Rain Date is August, 20. In the event that both dates are canceled due to weather or tides the winner (s) shall be determined

by drawing from a container in accordance with the rules of Legalized games of chance.

All events and programs are subject to date change or cancellation

Free Movies on the Beach in Margate

Upcoming Lineup

Photos Credit: Tom Briglia

Crepe Myrtles wake up just in time for a late summer show

Let It Grow

By Tammy Thornton

Flowering trees in early spring give us the first glimmers of hope for new life and great things to come. Most of these encouraging blooms are shortlived and fade away quickly, and our thoughts turn to the perennial garden flowers of spring and summer. On the other side of the season, flowering trees grab our attention once again. Crepe myrtles send summer out with a bang in south Jersey as these vibrant flowering trees lead us through August and into fall. though they seem late to the party, crepe myrtles wake up just in time to give us a marvelous show as they burst into life with large panicles of colorful, crepe paper-like flowers. Fortunately, unlike their spring-blooming counterparts, crepe myrtles are known for their long-lasting blooms.

Crepe myrtles (also spelled crape myrtles) are well-known trees and shrubs in the southern states. In fact, they are sometimes known as “Lilacs of the south”. Due to warm winters, many gardeners in the southern states find it difficult to grow lilacs, since lilacs need a period of cold dormancy to produce blooms. However, crepe myrtles flourish in the

hot south. Living near the shore in south Jersey, we hit that sweet spot in gardening zone 7 of hot summers and cold winters, enabling us to grow both. (Keep in mind how “blessed” we are this winter when you are shoveling snow from your driveway).

Crepe myrtles are among the latest of the deciduous trees to begin leafing out. You may be tempted to knock on their trunk to make sure someone is still in there! My first experience with crepe myrtles came when we bought our house in June over 20 years ago. t he large tree in front of our porch seemed to be dormant and missing its bark. Instead, the trunk had a smooth, mottled appearance. When August rolled around, we had the treat of finding out that our “odd tree” was a crepe myrtle, full of beautiful clusters of deep, pink flowers. Although to my naïve eye the tree appeared to be missing its bark, it was actually shedding its bark in patches, showing one of its unique characteristics. As crepe myrtles reach maturity, their bark begins to peel, revealing interesting color variations. unfortunately, the tree had grown too large to remain so close

to the house, though I was able to transplant some of the saplings in our backyard. Most likely, the previous homeowners had no idea their lovely tree would grow so large.

t his brings us to an unpleasant subject. Many crepe myrtle owners underestimate the potential size of their trees. though there are dwarf and mid-sizes varieties of crepe myrtles, some can grow as tall as 25 feet or more. In an attempt to reign in this unexpected growth, gardeners commit what has come to be known as “crepe murder”. First coined by southern Living magazine around 1997, the phrase refers to the drastic pruning of crepe myrtle trees, resulting in an unnatural, sickly-looking, regrowth of branches. some of these “gardening crimes” are committed unintentionally by well-meaning otherwise good people, who thought they were taming their trees, by topping them off, or pruning them to encourage blooms. Instead of lopping off the entire top of the tree, use a conservative approach by only thinning out branches to allow circulation, and also removing any damaged or dead branches. the goal is to allow the tree to keep its beautiful natural shape. When in doubt,

consult a trusted arborist. Most importantly, do your homework before you purchase a crepe myrtle. Find out its potential size and be sure you have room for the tree at maximum growth.

Crepe myrtles bloom best in full sun. Once established, they are fairly drought tolerant. Flowers can be white, pink, purple, or red, and every shade in between. By deadheading flowers, you may get a second flush of blooms. After flowering, crepe myrtles will form interesting seed pods. In the fall, leaves will turn shades

of red, yellow, and orange. though these sleepy-heads are slow to wake up from their dormancy, making you wonder if they made it through the bleak mid-winter, they will finally spring to life and reward your wait with long-lasting showy blooms late into the growing season. On top of all that, they are deer-resistant. Consider growing this interesting flowering tree in your garden, for many years of beautiful late-season blooms.

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

Crepe Myrtle flowers blooming from late summer to fall.

Consider the potential size before you plant your crepe myrtle. Some varieties can reach heights of 25 feet or more.

Crepe myrtles shed their bark in patches, revealing interesting color variations.

10 tips to recognize ripe fruits

Keeping fresh fruit around the house provides a healthier alternative when your sweet tooth comes calling. understanding how and when to buy at the peak of ripeness (or just before, in some cases) can help you avoid food waste while keeping your doctor happy.

Consider these simple tips for recognizing ripe fruits:

● Strawberries: Check the area at the top of the berry near the stem and leaves. A ripe strawberry is fully red; green or white near the top means the fruit is underripe.

● Watermelon: the “field spot,” or the area where the melon sat on the ground, should be yellow, and a tap on the rind should produce a hollow sound.

● Cherries: Flesh should appear dark with a crimson color and feel firm.

● Blueberries: similar to cherries, color should deepen to dark blue. A reddish or pink color may be visible in unripe berries.

● Blackberries: Look for a smooth texture without any red appearance. Because blackberries don’t ripen after being picked, they tend to spoil quickly.

● Cantaloupe: You should detect a sweet smell, and the melon should feel heavy upon lifting.

● Peaches: A sweet, fragrant odor should be apparent. skin should feel tender but not soft.

● Pineapple: smell is again an important factor for pineapple – a sweet scent shows it’s ready, but a vinegary one likely means it’s overripe.

● Raspberries: g enerally follow the same rules as blackberries. Best eaten within a couple days of purchase, a bright red color represents ripe berries.

● Bananas: A ripe banana features a peel lightly spotted without significant bruising. Your best bet may be to purchase bananas still slightly green and allow them to ripen at home.

Credit Culinary.net

Pro Shop Now Open Daily Also loc ated inside

609-399-1889

Business Buzz

By Rich Baehrle

“Did someone say Outer Banks Boil Company? Yes please!”

that’s one of the recent reviews for the Outer Banks Boil Company, a national chain that recently came to 1309 West Ave., Ocean City.

After researching several towns along the Jersey shore, owners Pat and Lisa trever say they found the perfect spot in Ocean City. Now in its second season, the owners say the business has been a huge success, far exceeding their expectations.

According to the company website, the idea is to replicate a family beach tradition of steaming up a huge seafood feast in a pot then dumping it on a covered table and sharing it with friends and family.

the local owners say it has been

a tremendous hit with families and groups, not only in Ocean City, but from surrounding towns, offering an alternative to the traditional restaurant experience. the trevers say people travel from as far away as Cape May and Point Pleasant to get their Pots to go.

they said they did especially well during Night in Venice, when the business volume was off the charts.

t he positive reviews that continue to pour in, sometimes multiple times a day, are exactly what owners Pat and Lisa traver were hoping for.

When they envisioned bringing this company to the Jersey shore, they knew their business model of family-friendly food and fun, and making new traditions was a good fit for Ocean City. It aligned perfectly with what so many people look for at the beach.

these qualities are what got them hooked on the Outer Banks Boil Company and they are thrilled to be able to share such a fun experience with local families and friends.

they said Ocean City is also an

ideal town because of the consistent turnover of new people on vacation every week.

Customers have the option to pick up a “Pot to g o” and cook it at their homes, or they can line up one of the company’s “Boilers” to come to the location of the customers’ choice and cater a signature s eafood Boil for their group.

Each boil includes jumbo shrimp, authentic andouille sausage, red bliss potatoes, corn on the cob, clams, mussels, crabs, lobster and other in season seafood.

Many customers have come back

several times commenting on how fun the experience was and how delicious the food was.

If you have not tried the Outer Banks Boil Company yet, put it on your must-do list. You’ll not only have a full belly, but you will make great memories.

Call 609-905-BOIL (2645) or pre-order online www.outerbanksboilcompany.com

Coming up soon, my column will feature two new businesses that are coming to 10th and Asbury, Ocean City: the Fruit Freezz Factory and Burger Boyz. these two brand new businesses are going to be a great compliment to the Avenue.

Remember to support your local small businesses. stop shop play and stay at the Jersey shore.

EHT All-Star Tornadoes go to Babe Ruth World Series

By William Sokolic

You can’t believe the pitches that came from a 10 year-old arm. t hrow those balls to a 40 year-old s unday morning warrior and he’d be lucky to foul a pitch off against Molly Rymas, one of the Egg Harbor township Allstar tornadoes whose prowess on a ball field earned them a spot in the Babe Ruth World series in Jensen Beach, Florida.

Molly is part of 10 and under players in the Egg Harbor township Youth softball league. the best of the best play took hold of a second season of games, seeking to win the Mid-Atlantic region of south and North Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania. the team successfully maneuvered through the regionals and ended up in Florida for a shot at the Babe Ruth world series.

“I was excited. I didn’t expect to get to the World series,” Rymas said. “I think we did something.”

they did, but the team didn’t make it all the way to the top of the 10 and under teams. they still earn praises for their season long effort.

“I thought my velocity was good,” Rymas said of her pitching.

Maggie Lamb knows about that. she crouches behind the plate catching Molly’s heat.

“It’s kind of scary,” said Lamb, a

three year veteran of the EHt softball program, under the direction of the township recreation department. “We’re coming together, so I knew we can make it.”.

" they were disappointed to see their efforts end but took it in stride. they came a long way as players," said head coach Christine Naughton who couldn’t be happier. “I love being with these girls, watching their progress.

I’m not surprised. I knew they were special. t he worked extremely hard. And grew as a team.”

At 9, s carlett Held was one of the younger players.

“I was super excited but nervous,” said Held, who played right and left field and stole home on one at bat. “I think we did something big.”

the tornados were a once in a lifetime team and the only one from the Mid-Atlantic region. t he EH t program is a strong one. In 2019, the 12 and under team won the Babe Ruth title in that age group. t hat should give the older girls moving up incentive for next year and the younger players returning to the 10 and under.

Each girl is on a team for a regular season played week nights from April through June, culminating in a league championship.

From June through July, an All-star team plays in district, state, and regional tournaments leading up to the Babe Ruth World series in Florida. Keep in mind that each level is permitted to roster only 15 players.

Designed for ages 4-18, age divisions offered by EHt include: 6 &

like to also congratulate the All-star coaches for an outstanding season and the EHt Youth softball organization who does a great job offering a softball program to our girls. We are always thrilled when our local teams go off and compete in regional, state and national tournaments. the girls I’m sure made great some memories and they should be very proud of themselves as well.”

Raina Cortes, 10, roams centerfield for the team and she made a couple of spectacular diving catches in the tournament. “We improved a lot this year. I felt the energy, soon as we stepped on the field.”

10 & Under All-Star Roster for Babe Ruth World Series

● 98 Alanna Muniir

● 5 Elleana Jones

● 3 Hailey Renzi

● 9 Kinsley Henderson

● 16 Magdalena Lamb

● 7 Milina Carboni

● 99 Molly Rymas

● 01 Raina Cortes

● 10 scarlett Held

● 12 taliyah Ortiz

● 88 tessa gentile

● 36 Zoe Blankenbuehler

u nder, 8 & u nder, 10 & u nder, 12 & u nder, 14 & u nder, 16 & u nder and 18 & under. the primary emphasis of Babe Ruth softball is on education, skill development, participation for all levels of ability and of course, having fun.

“ the township is very proud of the EHt 10 & u nder All-stars team who recently competed in the World series,” said Rick Audet, director of parks and recreation. “We would

Photos courtesy of Nichole Kilpatrick.

William Sokolic is a veteran journalist who has written for daily, weekly and monthly publications. He’s covered a wide range of news, features and entertainment stories. Much of his work concerns tourism, Atlantic City, and the gaming industry.

Scarlett Held

Maggie Lamb

Molly Rymas

What’s Happening in Ocean City

Fishing Pier open house

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An open house on the 14th street Fishing Pier will return for the second time this summer from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. thursday, August 10. the Ocean City Fishing Club will welcome the public to tour its pier, which is usually restricted to club members. the open house coincides with the city’s Family Night on the Boardwalk. the public is encouraged to bring nonperishable food or make a cash donation that will be given to the Ocean City Food Cupboard, a tradition that began in 2013, when the fishing club celebrated its centennial anniversary. Representatives from the Marine Mammal stranding Center

of Brigantine also will be on hand. Fishing club members will guide visitors, answer questions and demonstrate casting and fishing techniques. the pier extends nearly 750 feet from the Boardwalk, over the beach and the Atlantic Ocean. the club began a pier extension project in December 2020 to add about 113 feet to the structure. the addition was completed in spring 2021. the Ocean City Fishing Club, founded in 1913, has a strong commitment to community involvement through its youth fishing tournaments, awarding scholarships and advocating for recreational fishing. OCFC is the oldest continually operating fishing club in the nation.

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t he club’s Boys and g irls s urf Fishing tournament will be held saturday, August 12, rain or shine, at the city’s north end beach near the Ocean City-Longport bridge. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. for youth ages 8 to 16. Fishing will start at 10 a.m. and end at noon, followed by awards presentations.

‘The Wizard of Oz’ in Ocean City

t he Ocean City Pops and the Ocean City theatre Company continue their performances of a stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved “Wizard of Oz,” featuring the iconic musical score from the M g M film. the timeless tale continues to thrill audiences worldwide. the show features a professional cast and orchestra with flying effects provided by ZFX.

Performances are at the Bill and Nancy Hughes Performing Arts Center (within Ocean City High school at 501 Atlantic Avenue) with 7:30 p.m. shows on August 8, 9 and 11; and a 2 p.m. matinee on August 10. tickets

are $30 or $25 for 65-and-overs and 12-and-unders. Visit www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or call 609-399-6111 for tickets.

Contests and weekly happenings t he popular weekly Farmers Market on the grounds of the Ocean City tabernacle is open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Wednesday through sept. 13. the market features the best of fresh produce from local farms in the region, along with a variety of craft vendors.

Family Night on thursday, Aug. 10 will bring two Mummers bands to the Ocean City Boardwalk from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. On tuesday, Aug. 15, Mummers Night will return to the Boardwalk from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with more string bands providing entertainment.

Downtown Asbury Avenue will feature entertainment, face-painters, balloon sculptors and more from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. thursday (Aug. 10) for Market Days and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. tuesday (Aug. 15) for Funtastic tuesday.

Ocean City POPS Features Tchaikovsky and Beethoven

At 7:30 p.m. sunday, August 13, Ocean City Pops Maestro Vince Lee will show off the virtuosic classical side of the Pops with an evening of symphonic favorites. Musicians from the orchestra will also take the spotlight as featured soloists, and the evening will close with selections from one of the most famous tunes in classical music history: Beethoven's 5th symphony.

For tickets, visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice, call 609-399-6111 or stop by the Music Pier Box Office.

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Oves will be on hand to crown her successor, as contestants compete in interview, talent, swimsuit, evening gown and onstage question at 7 p.m. saturday, Aug. 12 at the Ocean City Music Pier.

the Miss Ocean City Pageant this year has a travel theme of “Jet set,” and the public is invited to attend to watch nine young women compete for the title. Miss Ocean City represents the city at events throughout the year, and all proceeds from the event benefit local scholarships. tickets ($15) are available at the Music Pier Box Office, online at www. oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or by phone at 609-399-6111.

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Boys and Girls Surf Fishing Tournament Set for Saturday, Aug. 12

The Ocean City Fishing Club’s 46th annual Boys and g irls s urf Fishing tournament will be held saturday, August 12.

Registration for the free event will begin at 9 a.m. at the north end beach near the Ocean City-Longport bridge. Parents or guardians will be asked to sign a waiver for insurance purposes before their children can participate. Each child must bring his or her own fishing gear and bait. Fishing starts at 10 a.m and ends at noon, followed by an awards presentation. the event will be held rain or shine. the tournament has three age categories: 8-10, 11-13, and 14-16 years old, with a boys’ and girls’ division in each grouping. Parents can help children 8-10 years old cast, but those youngsters have to do their own fishing after that.

Ed Hoban, who chairs the tournament for the club, says every child who fishes will be given a prize. In 2019, the last time competition was held, the event drew about 110 participants.

“We have lots of prizes and every boy and girl who signs up for the tournament will go home with something,” Hoban said. “We have lots of certificates for McDonald’s Happy Meals, and many other prizes donated by other businesses in the area. Our club members are donating and collecting gift cards for prizes, too.”

Among the prizes that will be awarded, a boy and a girl who land the biggest fish in each of three age groups will receive a rod and reel donated by Fin-Atics, a local bait and tackle shop on West Avenue. the boy and girl who land the most fish overall will win $300 gift certificates from Century-Advanced Fishing Rods of Avalon.

2022 winners who landed the most fish, Hunter Erazmus of Morrisville PA, who landed five, and Katie Smiley, also from Pennsylvania, who caught eight. They each received a $300 certificate from Century Rods.

OCFC members will be on hand to measure fish to determine winners, as well as give expert advice. Founded in 1913, OCFC is the oldest, continuously operated fishing club in the nation.

Boys and girls fishing on the beach during the 2022 event

Twins Contest on the Music Pier

By Julia Train

According to the National Institutes of Health, only around 3 percent of births in the u nited states are twins. However, if you were on the Ocean City boardwalk on Wednesday, Aug. 2, you would think it was a much higher percentage. the city’s annual twins Contest brought a swarm of multiples to the Music Pier to compete.

the contest is one of the many long-running and cherished events created by the late Mark s oifer, a longtime Ocean City Public Relations Director, who was a twin himself. siblings, especially twins, often compete against each other. t his contest allows them to work together to win a prize.

t his year, the competition featured 35 sets of twins, including its first set of triplets.

Contestants ranged from only a few months old to middle-aged. they were split up into five age groups: 5 years old and under, 6-8 years old, 9-12 years old, teens and adults.

Every age group had two categories: twins who looked the most alike and those who looked least alike. the contest demonstrated that twins can either be a copy-and-paste of each other or make audience members question if they even were related.

Registration began at 5:30 p.m. in front of the Music Pier, where sets of twins went up to the table staffed by Ocean City workers. t he twins gave staff their names and ages, then explained which category they were entering.

Next, they were given a sticker with a number, representing their number in the group. this made it easier for the judges to name the winners.

At 6 p.m., the contest began. Each

age group was called up in their respective categories. the judges, Miss Ocean City, Little Miss Ocean City and Junior Ocean City determined the first, second and third places for each.

As each age range came up to the stage, the sets of twins were introduced with a few words about each pair's outfits and where they were from.

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t here were twins from local towns, such as EHt, Mays Landing and Ventnor. there were also some from as far away as Boston, Massachusetts.

While some families happened upon the contest on their vacation, others planned theirs around the event, like sophia and Max from Bridgeton in Cumberland County.

sophia and Max are 9 years old and have been competing in the contest every year since they were 9 months old.

Although there wasn’t a contest during the pandemic, they still dressed up and took a photo. t his year, they placed 2nd in their age group, ages 9-12, for twins who look the least alike.

Lyla and Mia, who are 6 years old, wore Ana and Elsa costumes and placed third in their age group for twins looking the least alike.

t he last age group, the adults, only consisted of three sets of twins. As a result, they were all judged in one round. t hird place went to the pair that looked the least alike. First place went to those who looked the most like each other.

t he twins Contest is just one of numerous summer events in Ocean City.

If you’d like to see what else is happening, visit https://oceancityva -

cation.com/what-to-do/ or https:// www.facebook.com/OceanCityNJVacation.

Julia is a student at Rider University, majoring in multiplatform journalism with a minor in social media strategies. At school, she writes and copy edits for The Rider News and is the News Director for the radio station, producing news updates. She’ll be graduating in the spring. Connect with her on Instagram @ juliatrain

83rd annual South Jersey Lifeguard Championship

A Look Back

By Fred Miller

The 83rd annual south Jersey Lifeguard Championship will be held on Friday, August 11, 2023 on the Decatur Avenue beach in Margate. the doubles rowing race will start at 6:30 p.m.

t he Ocean City Beach Patrol has dominated the s J tournament winning it 34 times, and their rowers and swimmers have won the most individual titles. Jack Kelly Jr. and Joe Regan were the first from Ocean City to win a sJ championship. they won the doubles rowing race on september 1, 1944 on the 10th street in Ocean City.

t he following Ocean City lifeguards have won a s outh Jersey championship: Jerry Angulo, Mark Baum, Mike Bradley, Jack Burnett, sid Cassidy, ted Evans, Bill Fallon, Marty Jackson, tom Jackson, Dave Kelley, Jack Kelly Jr., Bob garbutt, Dan garbutt, Hans g iesecke, Dave g leason, george Haggerty, John Herron, Barney Hungerford, Ron Kirk, Dave Lill, Jim Macallister, Paul Mangen, John Millar, Rob Montgomery, tom Morri -

son, Mark Nichols, tom Oves, Joe Regan, John Ridgway, Frank schiesser, Bob schneider, Lou schoener, Dave smith, tom stephanik, Curt sulzer, Dick thieler, george thieler, and Bob Young.

Many of these champions will be attending the 125th OCBP anniversary celebration on saturday, August 12, 2023. It will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Ocean City Historical Museum, 1735 simpson Avenue, and at 7 o’clock it moves to the American Legion Post, 4562 West Avenue. Reservations are not required—show up ready to celebrate the Ocean City Beach Patrol’s history.

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Ocean City’s John Herron and Ron Kirk celebrate after winning their second SJ rowing race in 1983.

Six words on a Boardwalk bench

By Bill Quain with Guest Columnists Maliz DePaul and Jeannine Norris

This week’s six-word story: carousels, jitneys, and great shore memories

Each week, I ask my readers to submit their own six words on a Boardwalk bench and to provide a little background information. I thought I’d share two six-word stories from my sisters this week. the first is from Maliz DePaul, the middle child in our family of seven kids. the second is from Jeannine Norris, the “baby” of the family. thanks, Maliz and Jeannine!

Stranded on Sunday, saved by tips - Maliz

the story begins on a hot sunday in August when I had finished my waitressing shift at the Varsity Inn on 8th street. I think the year was 1974,

the first summer after my freshman year of college. I had finished working and was returning home to 37th and Asbury in the afternoon. Mom and Dad were making a big dinner that night. I was anxious to get home, so I left the Varsity Inn in the late afternoon, knowing I missed the day on the beach but looking forward to being home in time for dinner. I ran to the corner of 8th and Central to catch the jitney for the ride to 37th street. It was so hot. I waited for over an hour, but the jitney hadn’t arrived. A friendly older woman came over, saw me in my waitressing uniform, and asked if I was waiting for the jitney. she then kindly informed me that the jitney didn’t run on sunday!

Of course, I didn’t have a cell phone, nor did we have a house phone in Ocean City. there was no way I could contact anyone back at the house asking for a ride. I could only think of one idea: walk to Bob’s Bike and surrey Rentals on 14th and Boardwalk to rent a bike and ride home! I had to rent the bike overnight, and I promised to ride it back to Bob’s the next morning on my way to work at Varsity Inn. I didn’t have a license or photo ID with me to show them, but I did have an apron

full of waitressing tips from a busy sunday! I don’t remember how much they charged for an overnight rental, but I’m pretty sure there were many quarters, dimes and nickels, as well as a few dollars, used to pay my rental fee.

I arrived home in time for dinner. No one seemed fazed that I now had a bike that I didn’t have that morning, other than to say it was a good idea. I guess it was a lesson in problem-solving!

Love on a Boardwalk carousel horse - Jeannine

I grew up the youngest of 7 children (5 girls and 2 boys) in the early ‘60s. We shared everything: bedrooms (3 girls to a room!), a seat at the red picnic table that served as our kitchen table, books (one set of "World Book" encyclopedias), and even a set of crutches (stored in the garage) for whoever needed them that year. Most of all, we shared our parents' attention. We had wonderful parents, and we were happy.

Our family started spending time in Ocean City at my grandparents’ cottage on 17th and West. A few years after I was born my parents bought their own place on 35th and West. Entire summers were spent in Ocean City. there were nine people in a three-bedroom, one-bath cottage. With the number of kids in our family, the boardwalk rides were only a once-a-summer experience. Imagine the cost of taking seven kids on the rides!

I was recently recounting to my own kids, ages 25 and 23, a magical night on the boardwalk. I was about eight years old, and I was obsessed with horses. I talked about and dreamed about horses. I even sat on a ladder in the backyard and pretended that it was a horse! Each Christmas, I asked santa for my very own horse. s o as far as I was concerned, the merry-go-round was the pinnacle of boardwalk rides.

On this special night, I was basking in having both parents to myself. We had done our family "rides night" on the boards earlier in the summer. On this night, the three of us stopped to watch the merry-go-round. there, shining bright, was a horse wearing a suit of armor. I was in love! I told my parents that if I could have any horse in the world, I would choose that horse. In my eight-year-old mind, it looked like the kind of horse that only a princess or a brave warrior would sit astride.

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by Bill Quain

the next thing I knew, my dad was buying a ticket. For me — just me! I watched in wonder as my parents tag-teamed around the merry-goround, following the suit-of-armor horse. Even as an eight-year-old, I knew I was the luckiest kid alive. As I climbed on the horse, and my parents stood to the side and waved at me, I truly felt like a princess.

My memory of that night is always tinged with a golden hue. It represents so much. How lucky we were to grow up in Ocean City. How lucky my husband and I are to have our own kids spend their summers here. How lucky I was to be loved in a big family and be happy with the simplest things in life. Every time I am on the boardwalk, I blow a kiss to the suit-of-armor horse and smile when I think of my mom and dad.

Okay, now it is your turn.

Hey readers, it’s your turn. send me your six-word stories. You might be our next contributor! Just shoot an email to bill@quain.com. 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.

The Ocean City Beach Patrol will mark its 125th anniversary with four days of events and activities starting on thursday, Aug. 10.

As Ocean City began to grow in popularity as a summer destination, the city hired its first three lifeguards – Joseph Krauss, george Lee and William scull – in 1898. the resort became

one of the first in the nation to pay to protect bathers. A former member of the u s . Life saving service, Jack Jernee, became captain of the lifeguards in 1920, and he is credited with turning the “Ocean City Beach Patrol” into the renowned organization that it is today. In the years since then, the OCBP has continued to take pride in its record of safety and bather protection.

“Providing a safe place for families to enjoy their summers is what Ocean City is all about,” Mayor Jay g illian said. “ the Ocean City Beach Patrol has always been a big part of that, and I’m proud of their good work.

The anniversary events include:

Thursday, August 10

● 9 a.m.: OCBP alumni who served in the military will be part of the Boardwalk Flag-Raising Ceremony

● 10:30 a.m.: Lifeguards, lifeguard alumni and surf boats will be part of the Baby Parade on the Boardwalk.

● 7 p.m.: the public is invited to a free “History of surf Rescue” Lecture at the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall at the Ocean City Free Public Library (1735 simpson Ave.). this will be a presentation on surf rescue equipment, techniques and technology from the 1850s to the present. the adjacent Historical Museum will be open at 6:30 p.m. for viewing of the OCBP’s 125th anniversary artifacts and pictures.

Friday, August 11

● 12 p.m.: OCBP alumni will sponsor and assist in distributing lunch for the current OCBP lifeguards.

● 6:30 p.m.: the OCBP will compete in the south Jersey Lifeguard

Championships at Decatur Avenue Beach in Margate.

Saturday, August 12

● 5:30 p.m.: OCBP will have its annual Hall of Fame Induction at the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall at the Ocean City Free Public Library (1735 simpson Ave.). Rachel Boudart Kyle and

g raham Parker will be inducted. the Bob stowe Award will be given to the Derr Family and Corby Derr.

● 7 p.m: A private celebration of the 125 years of the Ocean City Beach Patrol.

Sunday, Auhust 13

● 5:30 p.m.: the public is invited to

watch the s chmitt Relays Zone Competition on the beach at 12th street. t his friendly event was founded by the late Lt. Joe schmitt as a way to foster competition between the OCBP’s four geographic zones. It’s a great opportunity to watch your beach’s guards in action.

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Summer of '65 - Episode 9

The Hawks land at Tony Marts

By Bill Kelly

The band that Colonel Kutlets sent to tony – the best rock and roll band available in the summer of '65, finally showed up in a small caravan consisting of a late '50s Chevy sedan, a Rambler stationwagon and a u -Haul rental truck full of equipment, stage clothes and street clothes.

the Hawks got their name from Ronnie Hawkins, the rockabilly roustabout who led the Hawks through a hundred roadhouses for years, mainly in the g ulf states. And while they had a good time, learned a lot and got tight with the music, Hawkins took the bulk of the money and gave them the change. so they decided to bail out, take a break, go back home to toronto and heal their wounds –broke but proud and smarter.

If you don’t know rockabilly music and never heard of Ronnie Hawkins, he was the guy in the cowboy hat in “ the Last Waltz” movie, doing the rockabilly version of the Bo Diddley song, “Who Do You Love?”

I walk 47 miles of barbed wire, I use a cobra-snake for a necktie, I got a brand new house on the roadside, Made from rattlesnake hide, I got a brand new chimney made on top, Made out of a human skull, Now come on baby, let’s take a little walk, And tell me, who do you love?

Hawkins’ song from “ t he Last Waltz” gives you a pretty good idea of what it was like to play behind Rockin’ Ronnie every night for five years, so the Hawks got to be a really tight group.

the Hawks will tell you that they got tired of all of the carousing and good times, afternoon practice and working six and seven nights a week, and living in motels, but the truth is Ronnie Hawkins fell in love. He fell in love and got married and settled

down because she didn’t want to live on the road. this, when the reputation of the Hawks was at its best – they were the best, knew it and wanted to get paid accordingly, and tendered a half-dozen offers to back other big-name acts, but they were now so tight with the music they knew they could make it on their own instead of as a backup band. they also had a few original songs they thought were pretty good; maybe even had enough original material to record an album one day.

All of the Hawks were Canadians except for Levon Helm, an Arkansas Razorback drummer who also fiddled around on a mandolin. After they left Ronnie Hawkins, Levon assumed the nominal leadership of the Hawks. garth the organist, was by far the best musician of the group, and he taught the others a lot about the serious side of music, especially young guitarists Rick Danko on bass and Robbie Robertson on rhythm and lead, both of whom were boyishly handsome and got all the girls. And then there was Richard Manual on piano, who had a great voice – the vocal cords that could reach the kind of notes Roy Orbison could hit.

But it was Levon who Colonel Kutlets first convinced to take the job to play for seven weeks at tony Marts on Bay Avenue in somers Point, New Jersey, and pre-billed as the best rock and roll band around.

t he Hawks had never been to tony Marts and had never been to the Jersey shore, but they heard a lot about it from other bands they ran into on the music circuit. t hey knew tony Marts was a happening place and the area had good weather. And they would pull in about two grand a week – American, for those seven weeks, stay in one place and get paid for doing what they loved to do – playing their kind of music.

they say there’s only two kinds of music, good music and bad music, and while the Hawks had played their share of bad music, they were now a finely tuned, high energy rock and roll band.

Levon drove the big black sedan, with Robbie Robertson riding shotgun and serving as navigator, while garth, the Quiet One, had the back seat all to himself, and he did what he usually did: just sat back and took it all in.

Richard Manual drove the Rambler filled with clothes and uniforms while grinning. Rick Danko drove the u -Haul, filled mainly with equipment – speakers, amps, guitars, two drum kits, a piano and garth’s mammoth B-3 Hammond organ.

unlike the movie, “Eddie the Cruisers,” in which the leather-jacketed Cruisers waltz in the front door and announce, “ tell tony Eddie and Cruisers are here,” Levon parked next to the curb, a little up from the front doors so the truck could fit in and they could unload the equipment. One of the cleanup crew, broom in hand, led Levon through the dark club, past the upside down stools on the bars and out the back door, through the stacks of beer cases and kegs to tony’s bunker office. the janitor knocked softly on the door, and without opposition from within, turned the knob, opened the door a crack and said, “Mister Marotta, Levon and the Hawks are here.”

“good,” tony said, as the door was opened wider, Levon was shown in and the janitor went off to help the Hawks unload their equipment.

tony was a no-nonsense guy who sat at his desk across from Levon Helm and politely, but firmly, explained what he expected – four one-hour long sets a night, six nights a week – off Mondays, and a commitment to play until Labor Day. It was all in the contract. tony explained that

until they found a better place, they could stay upstairs in the dressing rooms of the old hotel, and after taking a drag on his cigar, he added emphatically: “And stay away from the go-go girls!”

Levon nodded his head in agreement, picked up his copy of the contract and shook tony’s hand. the best part of the deal was the two grand a week, with a bonus if they finished their contract until Labor Day, divided six ways – Levon, Robbie, garth, Richard, Rick and Colonel Kutlets, who arranged the deal and got his share of the stakes as if he was one of the band.

“Me and Colonel Kutlets have great faith in you boys,” tony said, blowing smoke and mentioning that Conway twitty had filled in like a trooper and left that morning to go on a short tour, but he was returning the following weekend for another run on the main stage. With Conway twitty and the best rock and roll band around, everyone was expecting great things.

Out front, Levon was all smiles as he held the glass doors open so they could wheel in garth’s B-3 Hammond organ to set up at the center of the main stage, where they would play until Conway twitty came back and took his place as king of the hill.

After checking out the dressing rooms and facilities upstairs, and putting their stage clothes and belongings away, Levon and garth decided to check out the neighborhood and scope out the scene. t hey walked across the street to the open air Clam Bar at smith’s Pier, where they got a half dozen clams on the half shell, some steamers and chowder and learned from the waitress that some of the musicians and bartenders from Bay shores rent rooms by the week at the Anchorage Hotel down the street.

Next Week: Episode 10 the Hawks Kick In at tony Marts

The Hawks in their stage attire at Tony Marts - Summer of '65

Pamper Scamper babies crawl to victory

Photos by Steffen Klenk

The Pamper s camper, Ocean City’s annual baby crawling race was held today, August 8, on the beach at sixth street. t he event is a prelude to the city’s 113th annual Baby Parade on thurs. August 10. the young racers are placed in the middle of a silk parachute on the sand. the first to crawl off the parachute into a parent or guardian’s waiting arms is declared the winner. Parents kneel at the edge of the parachute waving favorite objects in an attempt to get their entries to move. this is strictly a crawling race. Contestants who stand up and walk will be heartily cheered ... and then disqualified. spectators gathered to watch from the boardwalk near the sixth street ramp.

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Krystle J Bailey

With 16 obstacles, including the inflatable “ twin Peaks,” “Rapunzel’s Climb,” and “ the Fly trap,” this run is created for entry-level fun for the whole family.

Vaccaro saw a need for simpler obstacle-style races than were being offered prior to 2011. His girlfriend had recently run spartan Races and Warrior Dashes as a competitive runner. Brad, an athlete and track coach himself, had no problem participating

in these challenging races; however, when he asked his friends to join, he was often met with hesitations about athletic training and injury.

As a solution-oriented entrepreneur, Vaccaro decided to create an atmosphere of athletic fun for everyone, from kids to adults, regardless of their fitness goals or abilities. that wasn’t enough for Vaccaro, though, as he was inspired by his late father to make his events as meaningful as they were memorable.

In support of the local communities where runs are held, Vaccaro invites participants to raise money for the foundation of their choice. With an average of 425 participants per run, Your First Mud Run has donated over $100,000 to 300+ charities in the last 12 years.

this year, Vaccaro and his team hosted ten total events up and down the East Coast from staten Island to Boca Raton, Florida. What began as an endeavor to get his friends mov-

ing and having fun blossomed into a business that now hosts thousands of participants, from kids to adults.

Your First Mud Run obstacles are challenging but feasible obstacles designed so that anyone can do them, from simple mud pits to inflatable tubes and the $10,000 gauntlet obstacle made of aluminum truss.

the Wildwood run is scheduled for september 10, beginning at 8:00 am. the course takes place on the beach and includes a unique obstacle designed only for YFMR beach races.

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Your First Mud Run races are not timed, as they are created solely for runners to have fun and get dirty. those new to obstacle races who don’t feel confident in any specific challenge are invited to skip it and move on to the next one. the competition-free run invites anyone who has considered an obstacle race to something new and create a day of memories with the family.

s hore Local readers receive $5 off registration. use code sHORELOCAL at yourfirstmudrun.com to sign up.

Krystle J Bailey is a published author, multimedia journalist, copywriter, and content creator. She is a regular Shore Local columnist and digital contributor as well as the booking agent and co-host of the radio show Joe's Table for Two on WOND. Krystle can be reached at KrystleJBailey@ gmail.com

Hard Rock holds back to school pep rally with former Eagles Quarterback for needy kids

It seems like the last day of school was just yesterday. However, summer has come and gone. Now the first day of school is right around the corner.

For many kids, school starting means shopping for new backpacks, shoes, clothes, school supplies and more. However, for others, it’s not that simple.

By Julia Train

For some families, getting every-

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Latin Music Beach Festival

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Tattoo Beach Bash

aug 11-13 & 18-20

Baseball on the Beach

aug 25-27

Sports Card, Toys, Comics & Collectibles Show

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i S pw pro wrestling wildwoods Conv. Center

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Triathlon, wild Child Triathlon & 5K

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End of Summer Block party

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Mummers String Band Show

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Volkswagen Car Show

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irish Fall Festival & Classic Car Show

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Seafarer’s Festival

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thing new may not be in the cards. school supplies can be too expensive for them.

Former Eagles Quarterback, Ron Jaworski and his foundation, Jaws Youth Playbook (JYP) teamed up with Hard Rock Hotel & Casino of Atlantic City, to host a “Back to s chool Pep Rally” for the children of Big Brothers, Big sisters of Atlantic and Cape May Counties.

the “pep rally,” which was held at Our Lady of sorrows Church in Linwood on Aug. 3, was meant to help children whose families can't afford new supplies. the Back-to-s chool event made sure kids, no matter their family’s income, were prepared for the start of the school year.

“We want kids to be active and have the right supplies for the start of the school year. You don't realize how much it can be a burden on families to start the school year,” said trish Cuadrado, executive director at JYP.

JYP is a 501(c)(3) that has been working for over 38 years to improve the overall health and wellness of atrisk youth in the greater Philadelphia Region. the charity has raised over $7 million over almost four decades.

the nonprofit gives out supplies to children several times a year. JYP donates often during holidays when families may be financially strained.

During t hanksgiving, they put meals together for these families. During Christmas, JYP donated bi -

cycles. the organization also hosts drives for prom dresses and books.

t he nonprofit has also built playgrounds and ballfields. t hey donated sports equipment. JYP also supported summer meal programs and healthy nutrition in underserved communities.

JYP’s partner for the event, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, purchased the school supplies for the pep rally.

the casino’s Community Relations committee worked with JYP to figure out what to purchase. the committee then helped at the event, handing out the supplies.

t hey purchased 150 backpacks and filled them with supplies such as pencils, markers and notebooks. Children also received clogs or sneakers from Bobs and skechers. Recipients were given socks, snacks and drinks as well.

“It gives the students an opportunity to succeed before the school year starts,” said s haron Pearce, director of public relations and community affairs at Hard Rock.

u pon entering the auditorium, there were tables set to the left where families could sit after receiving their materials. s ome mingled with each other, while others checked out their new supplies.

In front of the stage in the back, tables were set up in a “ u ” shape, overflowing with school supplies.

Children were able to pick their

backpacks, which had a variety of options ranging from plain or sparkly to ones with movie characters, patterns or unicorns. there were options for both boys and girls.

“Look! It’s Elsa and Ana,” one girl exclaimed as she ran up to the backpack table and spotted one with the two Frozen characters.

Now that these children have their needed materials, they can face the upcoming school year confidently.

Julia is a student at Rider University, majoring in multiplatform journalism with a minor in social media strategies. At school, she writes and copy edits for The Rider News and is the News Director for the radio station, producing news updates. She’ll be graduating in the spring. Connect with her on Instagram @ juliatrain

Atlantic City Beach Patrol wins Margate Memorials

By David Weinberg

Poseidon decided to have some fun at the Margate World War II Memorial lifeguard championships last Friday.

He turned the ocean at Decatur Avenue Beach into a washing machine, producing powerful swells that made the doubles row, open swim and singles row daunting challenges for the competitors.

the result was one of the most exciting, unpredictable races in the 73-year history of the event.

"It was crazy out there," swim winner Zach Vasser of Margate said.

t he waves were like foaming, swirling barricades, spinning and tossing boats around the course. Pri -

Elisa Jo Eagan

Margate Memorial Doubles row winners Brothers Joe and Joe Savell of Brigantine

or to the singles row, one competitor tried to crest a wave during warmups, only to snap an oar and get spit back toward the beach before capsizing.

Atlantic City used its depth to win the team title for the first time since 2005. the patrol did not place first in any individual race but finished in the top three in all three. It finished with 11 points, followed by Longport (9) and Brigantine (8).

Atlantic City brothers Rick and sean Blair — who won the previous week's doubles row at the Dutch

Hoffman's — took third in Margate. swimmer Charles s chreiner took second behind Vasser, then sean Blair finished third in the singles row. Brothers Jack and Joe s avell gave Brigantine its first doubles win at the Margate Memorials in at least 20 years. they prevailed in a thrilling race that wasn't decided until the last 50 yards. they caught a wave near the end and rode it past two-time defending champions s ean Duffy and Mike Mcg rath of Longport. the savells finished in 15 minutes, 31 sec-

onds, followed by Duffy and Mcgrath in 15:55 and the Blairs in 16:05.

"I broke my (right ring) finger the other day playing basketball and it really hurts," Jack s avell said. "We also took on a little water in the beginning of the race and that made it tough. It was rough out there, but we were able to catch that wave and bring it home."

the choppy waves made it especially difficult for the swimmers to see the turnaround buoy in the out-andback course. Vasser, who is in his third season as Margate lifeguard, used his home-course familiarity to earn a decisive win. He sprinted out of the water and across the line in 13:48.

schreiner crossed in 14:02 and Ocean City's Dylan Dewitt was third in 14:37.

"When the ocean is rough like that, it makes racing a lot more fun," said Vasser, a recent Mainland Regional High school graduate who is headed to Columbia university later this month. "It was pretty tough on the way out. A lot of the race is mental when the conditions are like this. the waves were hitting me in the face, but I just had to tell myself to fight through it."

Mcg rath, one of eight doubles rowers who also competed in singles, relied on his experience to win the

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Longport's Mike McGrath wins singles row

Swim winner Zach Vasser of Margate

singles row for the second straight year and third time overall.

the 37-year-old rowed over and through the waves on the way out, then caught a swell on the way in. While a number of rowers spun sideways and even backward at various points down the stretch, he was able to maintain a relatively straight course.

Mcg rath finished in 5:12 to earn a close win over sean Blair (5:15). Joe savell was third in 15:24.

"I love rowing in these conditions," Mcg rath said.

Depending on Poseidon's mood, Mcg rath and others could get an -

other opportunity to test the waters this Friday, when the south Jersey Championships return to the same beach.

Margate earned the right to host the races by winning the team title last year, ending Longort's five-year run.

No clear favorite has emerged this summer. Avalon dominated most of the early races, but it won't get a chance to display its versatility. unlike most of the other events, south Jersey's consist of just three races: the doubles row, swim and singles row.

As mentioned previously in this space, it makes more sense to add other events such as a paddleboard

race, surf dash relay and more importantly, one or two women's races — swim and paddleboard — in order to accurately reflect the strength and depth of a local beach patrol.

t he s outh Jersey's unofficially began in 1919 with a doubles row. A swim was added in 1935 and the singles row became a permanent fixture in 1973.

Fifty years later, it's time to expand again.

Eagles set to open preseason saturday.

It’s time for Eagles fans to break out their new Kelly-green jerseys.

the Birds’ first preseason game is scheduled for s aturday night in Baltimore.

Don’t expect to see most of the starters for more than a series or two, if at all. Quarterback Jalen Hurts, wide receiver A.J. Brown, center Jason Kelce, defensive end Brandon g raham and company don’t need extended playing time. the preseason is for rookies and backups to earn roster spots, whether it’s with the Eagles or another team.

Here are five players to keep an eye on saturday.

1. Quarterback Marcus Mariota

t he Eagles signed Mariota to serve as Hurts’ backup in place of gardner Minshew, who is now with the Colts. You can also check him out on the Netflix series, “Quarterback,” which profiles Mariota, Vikings QB

2. Running back Rashaad Penny

With Miles sanders now with the Panthers, the Eagles are counting on newcomers Penny and DeAndre swift to fill the void in the backfield.

3. Guard Cam Jergens the only major hole in the Eagles’ offense is at right guard after Isaac seumalo signed with the steelers. Jergens will get the first crack at replacing him.

4. Safety Sydney Brown Brown, a rookie third-round pick out of Illinois, is now serving as a backup but could work his way into the starting lineup with a strong showing during training camp and the preseason.

5. Punter Ty Zentner

Arryn siposs is the incumbent, but his job is nowhere near guaranteed. Zantner, a rookie free agent from Kansas state, has a chance to win the job.

David is a nationally recognized sports columnist who has covered Philadelphia and local sports for over 40 years. After 35 years with The Press, he has served as a columnist for 973ESPN.com and created his own Facebook page, Dave Weinberg Extra Points. Send comments to weinbergd419@comcast.net.

Kirk Cousins and Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes.

Singles row winner Mike McGrath of Longport

& Dining at the Shore

Whitney's Weekly Picks

Website: hq2ac.com/beachclub/ lucy-elephant-weekend

this three-day festival features some of the most talented DJs, and Ocean Casino Resort will donate a portion of every ticket to the save Lucy Committee non-profit organization.

Who: goo goo Dolls with O.A.R. - the Big Night Out tour

Where: Borgata Hotel Casino and spa

There are some really fun happenings coming up so make sure to support your local venues and get your tickets in advance. You don’t want to miss out on any fun! Oh and feel free to tag me in your social media photos and videos.

What: Lucy the Elephant Weekend

Where: HQ2 Nightclub & Beachclub

When: Friday, Aug. 11 - sunday, Aug. 13 Time: 8 p.m.

When: Friday, Aug. 11

Time: 8 p.m.

Website: borgata.mgmresorts.com

g oo g oo Dolls and O.A.R. will take over Borgata’s Event Center for their Big Night Out tour. Enjoy the free-flowing sound and exhilarating show.

Who: Incubus

Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City

When: Friday, Aug. 11

Time: 8 p.m.

Website: hardrockhotelatlanticcity. com

g et ready to experience an incredible night of music with Incubus. they have been delivering chart-topping hits for more than two decades.

What: golden girls Murder Mystery

Where: Resorts Casino Hotel

When: saturday, Aug. 12

Time: 8 p.m.

Website: resortsac.com/entertainment/murder-mystery-show

Your favorite ladies from the 80s are throwing a party, but will they still be celebrating when they discover that one of their party guests has murderous intentions? Once the performance begins, you’ll become part of the action as you play detective to try and solve the mystery.

Who: I Want My 80s tour with Rick springfield, the Hooters, Paul Young and tommy teuton

Where: Hard Rock’s Etess Arena

When: saturday, Aug. 12

Time: 8 p.m.

Looking for a night of high-energy rock ’n’ roll? Head to Rick springfield’s concert with other special guests. It will be an unforgettable night of music, dancing and fun.

The City Pulse with Whitney Ullman

Who: tonight’s t he Night - A Rod stewart Experience

Where: golden Nugget

When: Friday, Aug. 11, and saturday, Aug. 12

Time: 9 p.m.

Website: www.goldennugget.com

s ounding like the legendary Rod stewart, he will belt out all of Rod’s greatest hits. It’s a must-see event for all ages.

What: tidalwave Music Festival

Where: Atlantic City Beach

When: Friday, Aug. 11 - sunday, Aug. 13 Time: 1 - 11 p.m.

Website: tidalwavefest.com

Over 30 artists will be taking over the Atlantic City Beach including Luke Bryan, Morgan Allen and Dierks Bentley. this three-day festival will be heaven for country music fans!

What: Atlantic City triathlon | tri AC | 5k and 10k

Where: Bader Field

When: saturday, Aug. 12 Time: 6:30 a.m.

Website: www.delmosports.com

the 13th Annual tRI AC has one of the most beginner friendly sprint triathlon courses in New Jersey. It’s the ultimate training race for IRONMAN 70.3 Atlantic City.

What: Deckstock

Where: the Deck at golden Nugget

When: saturday, Aug. 12 Time:

Website: goldennugget.com/atlantic-city/entertainment/entertainers/ ambrosia

take a trip back to the Woodstock era with Deckstock, the ultimate blend of the 60s iconic concert. It’s a live musical journey of impersonators with FREE admission.

What: sad and Boujee: EMO and trap Party

Where: Anchor Rock Club

When: Friday, Aug. 4, and saturday, Aug. 5

Time: 9 p.m.

Website: anchorrockclub.com

this is not your average EMO party. think Drake night meshed with your nostalgic emo playlist from high school. Experience the sad and Boujee party for yourself.

What: Boogie Daze Pool Party

Where: tropicana Resort & Casino

When: sunday, Aug. 13

Website: boogienightsusa.com g et down to the best of the retro mixes while the sun is up, poolside with non-stop entertainment from the Boogie Nights crew.

What: VIP Airshow Watch Party

Where: Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall

When: Wednesday, Aug. 16

Time: 11 a.m.

Website: www.boardwalkhall.com/ events

View the Atlantic City Airshow from the best location in AC with a private outdoor loggia, seating overlooking the Boardwalk. Lunch will be provided with complimentary Coca-Cola products and bottled water. there are private restrooms and limited seating.

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Who: MJ Live

Where: Bally’s Atlantic City

When: Now - sept. 3 (tuesday - sunday)

Time:times Vary tickets: starting at $30

Website: casinos.ballys.com/atlantic-city

MJ Live is the top Michael Jackson tribute show in the world showcasing the energy, excitement, spectacle and pure joy of this legendary superstar and his music.

Who: 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 great something new and unique for music fans.

What: AC Jokes Comedy Clubs

Where: Kiss Kiss Nightclub & Resorts

Casino Hotel Atlantic City

When: Every Night

Time: Various times

Website: www.ACJokes.com

AC Jokes is a hand-picked team of

some of the East Coast’s best comedians and producers. t he 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: tropicana Fireworks

Where: Beachfront Area at tropicana

When: Every saturday

Time: 10 p.m.

Website: www.tropicanaac.com tropicana Atlantic City lights up the sky every saturday until Labor Day. they are launched from the beach front and can be viewed along the Boardwalk.Oh, and it’s free!

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Atlantic City Headliners

Friday, August 11

TidalWave Music Festival: Thomas

Rhett, Cole Swindell, Jo Dee Messina, Nate Smith

▶2 – 11 p.m.

Atlantic City Beach

Goo Goo Dolls w/ O.A.R.

▶8 p.m.

the Music Box at Borgata

Incubus w/ Badflower

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Joe Russo’s Almost Dead – Acoustic

▶8 p.m.

the Music Box at Borgata

Tonight’s the Night – The Rod Stewart

Experience

▶9 p.m.

golden Nugget Atlantic City

Saturday, August 12

TidalWave Music Festival: Jason

Aldean, Dustin Lynch, Mitchell

Tenpenny, Dylan Scott

▶1:30 – 11 p.m.

Atlantic City Beach

Rick Springfield w/ The Hooters

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Tonight’s the Night – The Rod Stewart

Experience

▶9 p.m.

golden Nugget Atlantic City

Sunday, August 13

TidalWave Music Festival: Brooks & Dunn, Jelly Roll, Randy Houser, Lindsay Eli

▶2 – 11 p.m. Atlantic City Beach

Friday, August 18

Matt Rife

▶7 p.m. & 10 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean

Daughtry w/ Ayron Jones

▶8 p.m.

sound Waves at Hard Rock

John Fogerty

▶8:30 p.m.

Circus Maximus theater at Caesars

Chris Distefano

▶9 p.m. the Music Box at Borgata

Wednesday, August 16

Mardi Gras AC: Shemekia Copeland Band

▶8 p.m. Kennedy Plaza, on the Atlantic City Boardwalk

Saturday, August 19

Matt Rife

▶7 p.m. & 10 p.m. Ovation Hall at Ocean

Chris Distefano 7 p.m. the Music Box at Borgata

Righteous Brothers 9 p.m. golden Nugget Atlantic City

Wednesday, August 23

Mardi Gras AC: The Weight Band feat. Members of The Band and Levon Helm

Band

▶8 p.m.

Kennedy Plaza, on the Atlantic City Boardwalk

Thursday, August 24

Chaka Khan

▶8 p.m. Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Friday, August 25

Leon Bridges

▶8 p.m. Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

▶9 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean Train

▶9 p.m.

Circus Maximus theater at Caesars

Jessica Kirson

▶8 p.m. the Music Box at Borgata

Saturday, August 26

Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line

▶8 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean

Jim Breuer Live

▶7 p.m. the Music Box at Borgata

Sonu Nigam

▶8:30 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Wednesday, August 30

Mardi Gras AC: LaBamba’s Big Band with Billy Walton

▶8 p.m.

Kennedy Plaza, on the Atlantic City Boardwalk

Thursday, August 31

J Balvin

▶9 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Friday, September 1

Keith Urban

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Saturday, September 2

Keith Urban

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Steve-O

▶8 p.m.

sound Waves at Hard Rock

Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias

▶5 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.

golden Nugget Atlantic City

Michael – A Michael Jackson Tribute

▶9 p.m.

golden Nugget Atlantic City

Sunday, September 3

Sting

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Michael – A Michael Jackson Tribute

▶8 p.m.

golden Nugget Atlantic City

Wednesday, September 6

Mardi Gras AC: Cyril Neville with Omari Neville & The Fuel, Ocean Avenue Stompers

▶8 p.m.

Kennedy Plaza, on the Atlantic City

Boardwalk

Friday, September 8

Evanescence w/ Plush

▶9 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean

Rickey Smiley & Friends

▶9 p.m.

Harrah’s Atlantic City

Saturday, September 9

Machine Gun Kelly

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Danzig w/ Behemouth & Twin Temple

▶6:30 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean

Miss’d America

▶8 p.m.

sound Waves at Hard Rock

The Machine

▶9 p.m.

golden Nugget Atlantic City

Sunday, September 10

Jon Stewart, John Mulaney & Pete Davidson

▶3 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Friday, September 15

Zac Brown Band

▶8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

Get the Led Out

▶8 p.m.

sound Waves at Hard Rock

The Beach Boys

▶8 p.m.

Circus Maximus theater at Caesars

Saturday, September 16

Boyz II Men

▶8 p.m.

Borgata Event Center

Atlantic City Jazz Fest

▶7 p.m.

Ovation Hall at Ocean

Sunday, September 17

Megadeth 8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena

August 10,

Free Outdoor Concerts

A Summer Evening Concert feat.

Jim Craine

▶thursday, August 31, 7 p.m.

Brighton Park 1801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

t he s chultz-Hill Foundation Arts Outreach presents A summer Evening Concert, featuring “ t he singing Lifeguard” Jim Craine and His All star Band, playing the best in oldies, standards, swing, and jazz. Free admission. For more information, visit www.mbcanj.com.

Absecon Concerts in the Park ▶sundays, 7 p.m.

Heritage Park 699 Blenheim Ave.

the City of Absecon presents Concerts in the Park. t his week, enjoy live music from the Brandon Ireland Band, playing pop and rock & roll from all decades. the concert starts at 7 p.m. Bring your own chair or blanket. Fun, friends, food, and free admission.

Brigantine Summer Concert Series

▶Wednesday, 7 p.m.

Brigantine Community Center Lawn 265 42nd st.

Brigantine Community Education and Recreation will host a free outdoor concert on the Community Center lawn. Next Wednesday, en -

joy live music featuring Brenda Bass & the swingettes. 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

▶thursday, August 17, 7 – 9 p.m.

Kennedy Plaza 2300 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

t he 23rd Annual Jazz on the Beach free concert series returns to the Kennedy Plaza stage every t hursday, June 29 through s eptember 7. Next thursday, enjoy live music by the Amina Figarova sextet, plus local jazz by Aaron g raves and Joe Ford, performing a tribute to Charles Fambrough, starting at 7 p.m. Visit chickenbonebeach.org to learn more.

EHT Rhythm in the Park Concert Series

▶Fridays, 7 p.m.

Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater at tony Canale Park

EHt Recreation hosts its Rhythm in the Park Concert series Fridays at tony Canale Park. t his week, enjoy live music by the Rhythm Wranglers.

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Mardi Gras AC

▶Wednesdays, 7 – 10 p.m.

Kennedy Plaza 2300 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Mardi g ras AC returns to the Atlantic City Boardwalk for worldclass free concerts this summer. In may be called Mardi g ras, but it’s more like NOLA Jazzfest at the Jersey shore. this week, enjoy live music by the five t ime g rammy Nominated s hemekia Copeland Band. Free concerts, cheap parking, beverage garden adjacent. For more information, visit tonymart. com.

Somers Point Beach Concert Series

▶Fridays, 7 p.m.

William Morrow Beach

the somers Point Beach Concert s eries welcomes one of the greatest world music performers of them all, two time grammy Winner, terrance simien, as he brings his “Zydeco Experience” to the Beach with Classic Rock, Caribbean and Americana music. 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 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, 6 p.m. Newport 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 Dueling Pianos at 6 p.m., followed by the Rod stewart tribute band, sir Rod, at 8 p.m. Food and crafters ready to serve you at 5 p.m.

Ventnor City Sunsets at Ski Beach

▶Wednesdays, 6 p.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 the steely Dan tribute Band, Countdown to Ecstasy. Live music begins at 6 p.m. with food and crafters ready to serve you at 5 p.m.

Five ways to round out your TidalWave weekend

rience featuring artists like thomas Rhett, Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn — comes to town, you’ve got to make the most of it. Here are five ways to round out your Atlantic City weekend.

1. Take a ride.

By Danielle Davies

It isn’t every day there’s an epic country music festival on the beaches of America’s playground, so when t idalWave — an unforgettable three-day expe -

When in Rome, eat your pasta. When in Atlantic City, be sure to swing by steel Pier. Founded in 1898, the Pier has evolved from an entertainment venue — think diving horses and live entertainment — to one of the most fun adventure and amusement destinations around. take a

THURSDAY - AUGUST 10

Twisted Livin' Band 4:30pm-7:30pm Karaoke Hosted by Mike Dempsey 9pm-1am

FRIDAY - AUGUST 11

DJ Jim McCabe 4pm-8:30pm Chris Yoder Band 8:30pm-12:30am

SATURDAY - AUGUST 12

Doug Jennings on Keyboard and Saxophone 4pm-7pm

8:30pm-12:30am

- AUGUST 13 Loose Ends Band 4pm-8pm

ride on the Wheel (a giant Ferris wheel), rocket to 225 feet on t he slingshot, or indulge in a helicopter ride over the city. It’ll make for an unforgettable weekend. steel Pier is located at 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. Visit steelPier.com for more details.

2. See the sights.

t here are landmarks, and then there are beloved elephant-shaped landmarks. Before the concert action starts, be sure to visit Lucy the Elephant, one of the most unique attractions in the country. A u s . National Historic Landmark and the World’s g reatest Elephant, this Margate pachyderm was built in 1881 and continues to charm thousands of people a year. Lucy is located at 9200 Atlantic Ave., Margate. see LucytheElephant.org.

3. Hit the water. sure, you could technically hit the water right from your spot on the beach, but at AC Cruises, you get a fun way to round out your weekend with a variety of cruises, without ever having to buy a boat — you’re welcome. From the dolphin cruise and morning skyline cruise, to our favorite — the happy hour cruise — each boat ride offers a chill ride through Atlantic City’s waterways. AC Cruises is located at Historic gardner’s Basin at 800 N. New Hampshire Ave., Atlantic City. Visit AtlanticCityCruises.com for more information.

4. Roll the dice. g ambling might be available outside of Atlantic City these days, but as one of the original places to roll the dice, we highly recommend spending some time on the gaming floor of Resorts, the first casino hotel in Atlantic City. From sports betting and electronic table games to slot

and table games, Resorts offers 80,000 square feet of gaming space and remains a fan favorite. Resorts is located at 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. see ResortsAC.com.

5. Strut your stuff.

there’s little doubt you’ll spend plenty of time dancing on the beach this weekend, but for a distinctly different vibe, get to HQ2 Nightclub at Ocean Casino Resort for a dance party like no other. Dust off the sand (HQ2 has an upscale fashionable dress code with limitations on things like flip-flops and hats) and get to this two-level dance club on Friday or s aturday night for sounds from top-notch DJs. Ocean Casino Resort is located at 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. Visit 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.

'Grease the Musical' will give you chills that are multiplying

Hard Rock Atlantic City is presenting the show " g rease t he Musical" from August 2 thru August 14 in the sound Waves showroom. the filled showroom on Friday, 08/04/2023 had the audience swaying in their seats to the sound of the familiar music from the movie and

Broadway show. the "g rease" fans were having a super evening of entertainment including some members of the "Pink Ladies" on hand in the audience.

500 St. Andrews Dr. Egg Harbor Township

Photos by Donald B Kravitz

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

Live & Local Music Calendar

Thursday, August 10

Atlantic City

Bar One at Resorts

Karaoke Night

8 p.m. – 2 a.m.

1133 Boardwalk

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

time Coyle of the Duck & Cover Band

6 – 10 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk

Nola’s Bar at Ocean Casino

DJ JLuka

8 p.m. 500 Boardwalk

The Deck at Golden Nugget B street Band

7 – 11 p.m. 600 Huron Ave.

Brigantine LaScala’s Beach House Cheezy and the Crackers

6 – 10 p.m. 1400 Ocean Ave. Marmora

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern –The Yard Atley Moon & the say somethings

6 – 9:30 p.m. 316 Roosevelt Blvd.

Somers Point

Caroline’s by the Bay twisted Livin’ Band

5 – 8 p.m.

Karaoke Hosted by Mike Dempsey

9 p.m. – 1 a.m.

450 Bay Ave.

Fitzpatrick’s Deli and Steakhouse Beth tinnon

6 – 9 p.m. 650 New Rd.

Josie Kelly’s the Feel good Music Band

6:30 – 9:30 p.m. 908 shore Rd. Queen Jayne’s shaun LaBoy

6 – 10 p.m. 264 New Rd. The Point Billy Walton Band

7 – 11 p.m. 998 Bay Ave. Ventnor Ventnor Coffee Open Mic w/ Pete glaze

6:30 – 9 p.m.

108 N. Dorset Ave.

Friday, August 11

Atlantic City

Bar One at Resorts Casino

Jazz Night w/ g reg Pardon

5 – 8 p.m.

DJ Justin

8 p.m. – 2 a.m.

1133 Boardwalk

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

the sweet Jersey Band Duo

7 – 11 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk

Nola’s Bar at Ocean Casino

Aftershock

7 p.m. the Counterfeiters

11 p.m.

500 Boardwalk

Ryfe

Bruce Klauber Celebrates Frank sinatra and Friends

7 p.m.

DJ Jojo

10 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

1400 Ocean Ave.

Egg Harbor City

Renault Winery

Philly Keys. 7 – 11 p.m.

72 N. Bremen Ave. Atlantic City

Egg Harbor township

The Roost Pub & Grill

Brandon Ireland trio

6:30 p.m.

500 st. Andrews Dr.

Marmora

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern

Jay Laboy

8:30 p.m.

The Yard

Plaid salmon

5 – 9 p.m.

316 Roosevelt Blvd.

Northfield

Atlantic City Country Club

Doug Jennings

5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

1 Leo Frazer Dr.

Somers Point

Caroline’s by the Bay

DJ Jim McCabe

4 – 8:30 p.m.

Chris Yoder Band

8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.

450 Bay Ave.

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Egg Harbor City

Renault Winery

John King

12 – 4 p.m.

72 N. Bremen Ave. Atlantic City

Egg Harbor Township

The Roost Pub & Grill

Chris Yoder Band

6:30 p.m.

500 st. Andrews Dr.

Marmora

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern

Walt sapsai

8:30 p.m.

The Yard

the Company

5 – 9 p.m.

316 Roosevelt Blvd.

Northfield

Atlantic City Country Club

Beth tinnon

5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

1 Leo Frazer Dr.

Somers Point

Caroline’s by the Bay

Doug Jennings

4 – 8 p.m.

No Clue Band

9 p.m. – 1 a.m.

450 Bay Ave.

Fitzpatrick’s Deli and Steakhouse

Andy Berlin

6 – 9 p.m.

650 New Rd.

The Point

Robert Eric. 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Discoteks. 7 – 11 p.m.

DJ. 10:30 p.m. – 2 a.m.

998 Bay Ave.

Sunday, August 13

Atlantic City

Bar One at Resorts Casino

DJ Chaz

8 p.m. – 2 a.m.

1133 Boardwalk

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

Kelli glover

6 – 10 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk

Nola’s Bar at Ocean Casino

DJ Luka

8 p.m.

500 Boardwalk

Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

the shore thing Band

6 – 9 p.m.

133 s tennessee Ave.

The Deck at Golden Nugget

the Exceptions

2:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Dane Anthony

8 p.m. – 12 a.m.

600 Huron Ave.

The Yard at Bally’s

JJ Rupp Band

2 – 6 p.m.

DJ Freezie

9 p.m. – 2 a.m.

1900 Pacific Ave.

Vagabond

DJ Eddie tully

5 – 9 p.m.

672 N. trenton Ave.

Brigantine

LaScala’s Beach House

Incognito

1 – 5 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave.

Egg Harbor City

Renault Winery

Mike & Krissie

5 – 9 p.m.

72 N. Bremen Ave. Atlantic City

Marmora

Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern –

The Yard

the Zone Duo

5 – 9 p.m.

316 Roosevelt Blvd.

Somers Point

Caroline’s by the Bay Loose Ends Band

4 – 8 p.m.

450 Bay Ave.

Josie Kelly’s traditional Irish Open session

1 – 4 p.m. 908 shore Rd.

Queen Jayne’s Waynard

5 – 8 p.m.

264 New Rd.

The Point Coastal Envy

2 – 6 p.m.

Tuesday, August 15

Atlantic City

Bar One at Resorts Casino

DJ Frohawk. 8 p.m. – 2 a.m.

1133 Boardwalk

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

Brandon Ireland. 6 – 10 p.m.

1133 Boardwalk

The Deck at Golden Nugget

m80. 6:30 – 10:30 p.m.

600 Huron Ave.

Villain & Saint at Ocean Casino

shaun LaBoy Duo. 6:30 p.m.

500 Boardwalk

Brigantine

LaScala’s Beach House

Originaire. 6 – 10 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave.

The Pub at St. George

Karaoke with DJ Will. 7 – 9 p.m.

4282 Harbor Beach Blvd.

Ocean City

Promenade Food Court

Doug Memphis.

7 – 9 p.m.

744 Boardwalk

Somers Point

Josie Kelly’s

DJ special K

5 – 9 p.m.

908 shore Rd.

The Point

Dan Ward

7 – 11 p.m.

998 Bay Ave. somers Point

Wednesday, August 16

Atlantic City

Bar One at Resorts Casino

DJ gary

8 p.m. – 2 a.m.

1133 Boardwalk

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

Andrew Moorer

6 – 10 p.m.

Monday, August 14

1133 Boardwalk

Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall

Billy Walton Band

6 – 9 p.m.

133 s tennessee Ave.

The Deck at Golden Nugget

Jimmy

Hawkins Road

6:30 – 10:30 p.m.

600 Huron Ave.

Villain & Saint at Ocean Casino

glenn Roberts Band

6:30 p.m.

500 Boardwalk

Brigantine

LaScala’s Beach House

Nine Deez Night

6 – 10 p.m.

1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine

Somers Point

Caroline’s by the Bay

Josie

Open Mic Hosted by Blue Eagle

8 p.m. – 12 a.m.

450 Bay Ave.

The Point

James Howell

7 – 11 p.m.

998 Bay Ave.

Events subject to change.

August 10, 2023

Stay cool with rosé and orange wines

orange wines being sweet. With few exceptions, they are actually dry. Just as with reds, rosé and orange wines are “skin contact” wines, meaning the color and some flavor characteristics are derived from grape skins and seeds remaining in contact with the

By David Setley

Ahhh, August: the dog days of summer. According to the Farmer’s Almanac, the term “dog days” has to do with the constellation sirius, the Dog star, and its nearness to the sun in mid to late summer. g enerally speaking, it means the hot, sultry days of this warmest time of year. I don’t know about you, but heavy red wines are less appealing in hot temperatures. Rather than reaching exclusively for whites, I urge you to consider rosés or orange wines to cool down.

First, allow me to dispel the common misconception about rosé and

juice during maceration. Maceration can be as short as a few days or as long as several months. the darker and thicker the skins are, and the longer they macerate, the darker

the resulting wine will be. the grapes used in rosé wines have red skins that impart a pink or salmon-colored hue; skins used in orange wines are green, which impart an orange color, hence the name. Although some have suggested re-terming these wines “amber wine” to remove the misconception that oranges are involved, the name seems to be sticking. spain produces a very good orange wine named gulp Hablo from the Castilla La Mancha wine region that is south of Madrid. the grapes used are a blend of sauvignon blanc and verdejo, an indigenous spanish grape. t he flavor of orange wines is often described as bold, robust, and a bit funky; the gulb Hablo is no exception. the aroma is tropical fruit with floral notes of orange blossoms. the flavor is dried citrus peels, tea, and preserved apricots with hints of yeastiness. this wine is a great complement to charcuterie.

An excellent orange wine from the u s . comes from Oregon. the Montinore Estates L’Orange is an elegant wine composed of 83% pinot gris and 17% muscat otton, all organically grown on the estate that is one of our nation’s pioneers in biodynamic viticulture. the aroma is peach and pear with a touch of orange peel, lavender, and almond. the palate has flavors of green tea, plum, wild ginger, and apricot. It has earned a 93 from Wine Enthusiast and pairs well with broiled or baked oysters, or dishes like vegetable biryani or spanakopita. For rosés, I often turn to those produced in Provence, France. Provence-style rosés tend to be a lighter shade of pink than those made in other regions of the world. As with virtually all rosé wines, they are very dry and light-bodied with high acidity. It is the high acidity that makes rosé wines so popular during the warm summer months. A favorite of mine is from Minervois in the Languedoc region near Provence. the Maris Rosé de Nymphe Emue is made from grenache grapes that are grown throughout southern France. grenache gives the wine its characteristic mauve hue and its classic floral and strawberry aroma. I especially enjoy the minerality of the Maris Rosé, which adds complexity to the strawberry flavors. Although France is often synonymous with rosés, other countries also produce lovely options. space does not allow me to address examples from every wine country of the world, but here are a few. Portugal offers a very affordable Vera Vinho Verde Rosé made from vinhao, an indigenous grape of the Vinho Verde region.

A darker, thicker-skinned grape, vinhao imparts more color to the wine and a touch more intensity to the flavor. From the Castilla region of spain, the Lobetia Rosé is made from the spanish garnacha grape. Although the French grenache and the spanish garnacha are the same varietal of grape, the difference in terroir (soil, climate, elevation, and culture) from these two counties results in notable differences in the colors, aromas, and

flavors of their wines. the Lobetia Rosé is high in acidity, has a darker color than Provence-style rosés, and offers notes of cherries in the aroma and flavor.

Wolffer Estates is particularly interesting in that they produce wine both in Cote de Provence, France and in Long Island, NY. Both are called summer in a Bottle but are made from totally different grapes. Personally, I prefer the Long Island

version to the French. the NY rosé is made from pinot blanc, a grape related to pinot noir, resulting in a complex flavor, high minerality, and a touch of spiciness. Of note, Wolffer also makes an alcohol-free rosé called spring in a Bottle. I typically have found zero-alcohol, low-calorie wines to be less than satisfying, but this one was a pleasant surprise. It has a classic rosé aroma and flavor with a light effervescence. If you are looking for a guilt-free rosé to enjoy, this is worth a try. My favorite pairing for any rosé is spicy Indian or Chinese meals.

Although rosé and orange wines can be enjoyed all year, the dog days of summer are a great time to open a bottle and cool down. Feel free to stop in the store or contact me with any questions at dsetley@passionvines.com. until next time, stay cool and happy wining!

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

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After more than 40 years, The Hooters are still going strong

to our audience. Pure and simple,” said drummer David uosikkinen when asked in a recent interview what he attributes the band’s longtime success to.

Tune In, Turn On

By Doug Deutsch

Forty-some years ago, (1980 to be exact), a cool new group burst onto the pop music scene in Philadelphia, and then nationally, called the Hooters. At the time, yours truly was writing for a weekly entertainment newspaper here at the Jersey shore called the Whoot! the similarities in name were not lost on me (actually made me like them more).

the band had catchy, memorable songs such as “All You Zombies,” “And We Danced,” “One of us,” “Day By Day,” “Where Do the Children g o,” and more.

their debut album “Amore” came out in 1983, followed by their major-label debut on Columbia Records, “Nervous Night,” in 1985, which achieved gold and platinum status in the us , Australia and Canada.

the band – which opened the historic Live Aid Concert at JFK stadium and were named “Best New Band of the Year,” both in 1985 – took their name from an instrument called the hooter, or melodica.

“ the music. It’s our connection

the Hooters were about to go on their first tour since the 1990s (the Hooters perform as part of Rick springfield’s “I Want My 80s tour” at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City, along with tommy tutone and Paul Young this saturday, Aug. 12.

t he current Hooters lineup includes co-leaders and songwriters Rob Hyman (vocals, keyboards, melodica, accordion) and Eric Bazilian (vocals, guitars, mandolin, mandola, harmonica, saxophone), original drummer, u osikkinen, John Lilley (guitars, mandolin), Fran smith, Jr. (bass, vocals) and tommy Williams (guitars, mandolin, vocals).

As for some of those iconic songs the band has written, “ time After t ime” and “One Of us,” we asked uosikkinen how the band got these songs to be listened to (and eventually re-recorded into big hits) Cyndi Lauper and Joan Osborne, respectively?

“Rob (Hyman) and Eric (Bazilian) are brilliant song writers,” replied u osikkinen. “ the one common denominator with both of those songs was Rick Chertoff’s connection to Cyndi Lauper and Joan Osbourne. Rick was an old friend of Rob and Eric’s from the u niversity of Pennsylvania. He later became the A&R

guy for Columbia Records and that’s how he brought them all together.”

May of 2023 saw the release of “Rocking And swing,” on the Hooters’ own label and recorded at the Keswick theatre in suburban Philadelphia last November. It’s a return to the group’s much-loved hybrid sound of ska, reggae and rock.

“We’ve been talking about this kind of project for years. But it just sort of happened last winter, organically and quickly, always a good sign,” explained co-founder and keyboardist Hyman. “After we had played some new material with the horns at the Keswick theatre last fall, it was finally the right time and place for us to revisit the feel of those pivotal gigs and vintage sounds.”

Besides the release of “Rocking And swing,” the Hooters also recently re-released their popular 1981 debut single, “Fightin’ On the same side.”

Asked what the Atlantic City audience can look forward to hearing this coming saturday uosikkinen, who has a popular podcast, “In the Pocket,” said:

“Where I pay homage to the great music of Philadelphia by re-recording some of the great music that came out of the city, when I was growing up” – replied, “they’ll hear their favorite songs from of the Hooters and perhaps a couple of surprises.

“We are thrilled to be touring the us of A for the first time in three decades. We're really looking forward to seeing our fans and friends across the country.”

Info: www.hootersmusic.com; www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com; www.songsinthepocket.org.

News ‘N’ Notes: Longtime rockers googoo Dolls play the Borgata

Casino’s Music Box this Friday, Aug. 11. O.A.R. opens...local R&B diva, the classy Angela Burton plays a free show at Rhythm & spirits on tennessee Avenue this Friday, Aug. 11, from 8 to 10 p.m....Winslow, an Eagles tribute band, perform at the Log Cabin in Margate this saturday, Aug. 12. t his is one of the cabin’s rare events that is open to

the public. www.margatelogcabin. com for info...Wednesday, Aug, 16, will be one very special day in Atlantic City. Besides the immensely popular Atlantic City Airshow, one of the top female vocalists in the world of the Blues/R&B, shemekia Copeland, performs at Mardi g ras AC Concerts at Kennedy Plaza on the Boardwalk at 7 p.m. (free to the public, can’t beat that!). Copeland is also a DJ on sirius XM's BB Kings Bluesville station...and if rock is more your thing, also on the day of the Airshow, may we suggest heading over to tennessee Avenue Beer Hall that night to catch a free show by one of this column's favorites, the Billy Walton Band, from 6 to 9 p.m. see you next week.

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.

The Hooters will perform as part of Rick Springfield’s “I Want My 80s Tour” at the Hard Rock Saturday, Aug. 12. Photo by Heiko Roith

Stanley Jordan plays Jimi Hendrix tribute at beach concert

Guitar great stanley Jordan played at t he s omers Point Beach Concert

Friday, August 4. stanley and his band put on an incredible show titled " stanley Plays Jimi" A tribute to the late great guitarist Jimi Hendrix. stanley showcased his talent and put his own spin on some great Hendrix tunes. stanley's

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Good times roll on as Somers Point beach concerts continue

All summer, visitors and locals have been enjoying a “Midsummer Night’s Dream” of free concerts at Morrow Beach in somers Point. It’s been a magical, unique and romantic time every Friday night at the AtlantiCare Concerts on the Beach series, named the No. 1 outdoor concert series in America by a usA today readers poll.

tony Marts Presents kicked off the 2023 series in late June with John Cafferty & t he Beaver Brown Band rocking the music of “Eddie & the Cruisers.”

Other highlights included Martin Barre’s Jethro tull, and Billy Walton celebrating the Fourth of July with “ tunes,” the saxophone rock star of the movie.

Mardi g ras was celebrated in July with one of New Orleans’ best known musicians, horn player James Andrews, “ the satchmo of the ghetto.”

Audiences enjoyed the

Weeklings, performing music of t he Beatles; and the great Dane (Anthony). t he first half of the summer also featured one of the legends of classic rock ‘n’ roll, gary us Bonds. the continues Aug. 11 with terrance simien & the Zydeco Experience. t he two-time

g rammy winners play world music, reggae and classic rock.

On Aug. 18 it’s tommy Castro & the Pain Killers, recipients of the BB King Entertainer of the Year Award.

On Aug. 25 g rammy winner tom Hambridge & t he Rattlesnakes will be welcomed to the stage. Also performing will be the E street shuffle, premiere springsteen tribute party band.

On sept. 1, Labor Day Week-

end, the concert series will present '80s tribute RED, all-star supergroup with Patty Balbo. Enjoy the music of Heart, the Pretenders, Pat Benatar, plus classic psychedelic rock.

t he season concludes s ept. 8 with Cyril Neville, the only Neville brother still performing. Also on the stage will be the Jimmy Brogan Band, popular Jersey shore rockin party band. Cyril Neville is a g rammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and world renowned star of New Orleans, R&B, funk and soul.

the AtlantiCare Concerts on the Beach happen every Friday at 7 p.m. on Morrow Beach, Bay Avenue in somers Point between New Jersey and Higbee avenues.

For information see www.tonymart.com or @tonymartpresents on social media.

Bill Medley: Keeping The Righteous Brothers’ flame burning

By Chuck Darrow

Ask Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers if he ever envisioned a career that is now in its seventh decade, and the response is delivered in a tone of voice tinged with disbelief.

“Are you kidding?” he replied during a recent phone chat from his

Newport Beach, Calif. home occasioned by the act’s Aug. 19 booking at g olden Nugget Atlantic City. “When we first started, [his original partner, Bobby Hatfield] and I used to talk about what we were gonna do when the fad was over — and rock’ n’ roll was definitely considered a fad.

“ so, the last thing I thought back then was that I’d still be out here at this age, 82, singing songs that I recorded when I was 22.”

t hen again, the songs he and Hatfield, who died of a cocaine-related heart attack in 2003, sung were hardly lightweight, forgettable ditties. their smash hit, “ unchained

Melody,” which was released in 1965, remains a beloved pop ballad, thanks, in large part, to its inclusion in the soundtrack of the blockbuster 1990 film, “ghost”. It’s actually Hatfield’s solo version that’s heard in the movie, but its use led fans and media alike to rediscover the duo’s recording of it.

t hen there’s the team’s first smash, 1964’s “You’ve Lost t hat Loving Feeling,” which was officially clocked by BMI, the music-licensing service, as the song that was most played on radio and television in the 20th century. Both tunes are also credited with introducing “blue-eyed soul,” the pop sub-genre in which

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While they never quite again achieved the success they had with their two mega-hits, Medley and Hatfield continued their partnership until 1968, when Medley decided to go out on his own. they reunited in 1974 and the next year, had a major hit with “Rock and Roll Heaven,” a tribute to many of the musical artists of their generation who had died.

t he partnership was paused again in 1976 when Medley began a five-year hiatus in the wake of his wife’s death. then in 1987, Medley hit the top of the charts, but with another partner: Jennifer Warnes, with whom he recorded the Oscar-winning “(I’ve Had) the time of My Life” for the “Dirty Dancing” soundtrack.

From the early ‘90s through the time of Hatfield’s death, t he Righteous Brothers worked regularly — especially on the nation’s casino circuit where the act proved especially popular. Not surprisingly, Hatfield’s death was devastating to Medley, who admitted he wasn’t emotionally ready to continue the act when he first attempted it with a 2004 concert tour.

“It was real difficult, I was doing ‘ t he Righteous Brother s how,’ I wasn't doing ‘ the Bill Medley show,’ and it was just way too early for me to do, and too early for the audience to enjoy,” he reasoned. there was just too much sadness all around it.

“And now, it's great. I sing on ‘ unchained Melody’ and it's a tribute to Bobby, and we show video of Bob and myself, and it's a lot easier. But that first year was impossible.”

In 2016, Medley officially teamed with Bucky Heard, whom he knew from his work in Branson, Missouri. t here Heard portrayed John Belushi in a Blues Brothers act and later fronted a Journey tribute band. Heard was born in 1965, the year the Righteous Brothers hit the big time. However, Medley insisted the age difference hasn’t been a factor at all.

“I thought about that,” he said. “As a matter of fact, when we first sat at the piano and sang to see if we could do it, I said, ‘ stand here, let's take a picture of you and me.’ And we took a picture, and I wanted to see if it looked odd. And it didn’t.

“Nobody's ever said, ‘Boy, your age difference is really weird.’ Maybe it's because I look a little younger and he looks a little older.”

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Lefty Lucy: A love story

As “cover” bands go, Lefty Lucy, which is scheduled to perform from 7 to 11 p.m. on Aug. 9, 15 and 21 at the Lobby Bar inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, is certainly unique.

For starters, the group, which focuses on classic rock and the rockier side of country music, has been on the boards for some 25 years — an unusually long run in the cover-band universe. unlike most of these types of units, which tend to rely on onenight stands at different venues, they have spent more than two decades as the five-night-a-week, wintertime house band at Colorado’s Copper Mountain ski Resort. they also play multiple dates at Parrot Patio in their summertime home base, sarasota, Florida.

Most significantly, Lefty Lucy is led by Lucy and Nick DiBlasio, who met while in the theater program at Bishop McDevitt High s chool in suburban Philadelphia, and who have been married for almost 25 years. so what’s the secret to forging a successful joint career while keeping a marriage going?

“I don't know if there's a secret,” said Lucy. “We just do what has worked for us. I think we always had the sort of unwritten rule that anything that we were dealing with

relationship-wise, we never took it on stage.

“I think I can attribute that to our theater director in high school, who said, ‘Never let ’em see you sweat.’ We never show anybody that we are dealing with something that wasn't on a happy level, which makes our shows so much better; when you come to see a show, you don't wanna see the people onstage having a problem with each other. And we’re both conscious of that.”

What about sharing professional and personal lives 24/7? Doesn’t that make things a little uncomfortable at times?

While Nick joked that the couple are usually so geographically close that “I can stick my hands out, spin around and probably hit Lucy,” he insisted that’s “not a burden. Our relationship started this way, and it’s all we’ve ever known. And it's always been fun.

“I look forward to doing our shows. I look forward to walking on the beaches. I look forward to scuba diving together. It's all the fun things in life. I get to do them with my best friend. I just feel very fortunate.”

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

The Quarter just got even better as The Royce debuts new social hall concept

By Scott Cronick

Pound for pound, is there a better dining, enterainment and gaming destination in Atlantic City than the tropicana Atlantic City?

since the Quarter debuted at the trop in 2004, offering a $280 million, Havana-themed retail and dining destination accompanied by a 502-room hotel tower expansion, Atlantic City has never been the same.

With anchors like Carmine’s, Cuba Libre, the Palm, P.F. Chang’s, Planet Rose karaoke bar, A Dam good sports Bar, an IMAX theater, and a bunch of great retail options, the Quarter has become one of the biggest tourist destinations in Atlantic City history.

Combined with other offerings inside the tropicana, including Il Verdi,

Chelsea 5 gastropub, Ossu Japanese tavern, Chickie’s and Pete’s, g ilchrist Restaurant, golden Dynasty, Boogie Nights and boardwalk-level spots like Hash House A g o g o, Casa taco & tequila and Hooters, the tropicana is an entertainment, dining and retail powerhouse unlike any other in the city.

Well folks, things just got even more exciting inside the Quarter as the Royce social Hall recently opened its doors in the former Providence space, offering something new, fresh, different and – most importantly –fun!

What is The Royce?

the Royce social Hall is like a onestop nightlife destination that offers a little something for eveyrone.

Live music? Check.

DJs? Check.

Food? Check.

Bowling, foosball, ping pong, shuffleboard? Check, check, check, check!

“It’s a unique concept where it caters to all demographics, and that’s what makes it different,” said Zach s eidman of Fame Hospitality, which is working with the Royce ownership to promote, market and program the experience. “You can be interested in anything and everything, but you can always find something you like when you are inside the Royce, whether it’s entertianment, interactive games, signature cocktails, DJs and live music. there’s something for everyone who steps inside the Royce to be entertained. the slogan is drink, play, be social … and that’s what we want people to do when they are here.”

t he Royce, a state-of-the-art entertainment destination, will

succeed because it offers tremendous diversity and something for everyone of all ages. If you want to hear live music from the best bands the tri-state area has to offer, the Royce does that from 9 p.m. to midnight on weekends, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. on thursdays and sundays. t he same goes for DJs, which kick in after the bands unplug their amps.

While listening, guests can compete in all of the games above – the mini bowling lanes are a particular blast – or popular box games like Jenga and Connect 4 to keep things … social! t here’s even one of the largest foosball tables in the country overlooking the palm trees and the Quarter.

“ the social Club concept has really developed over the past several years and started with nightclubs becoming too intimdiating,” said Frank

Catrambone, owner of Fame Hospitality. “ the cost of entry became so high … bottle service in Las Vegas is $5,000 to $10,000 to sit down at a table. so, over the last several years, sports and games were incorporated to make it a litle more relaxed atmosphere. You take way the things that make nightclubs imposing and then involve things that people know andlove like sports and games, and you create something new and different. We are seeing places like this pop up all over the country.”

If you want to guarantee a ping pong table, bowling lane or private seating area, reservations are highly suggested. Just go to the RoyceAC. com and reserve them by the hour. Once they are reserved, guests will be provided a food and beverage minimum spend during that time period and asked to confirm their reservation.

“ the bowling lanes are the most things in demand,” seidman said. “But we also have about 10 picnic tables on the dance floor where people can play water – or beer – pong, and those fill up quickly. It’s a fun place whether you are there to play interactive games or just want to dance on our huge dance floor. We get a huge draw from bachelor and bachelorette parties … we are the perfect spot for that kind of stuff.”

The Music

Catrambone and seidman certainly know a few things about booking great music. Both have worked at and/or promoted for the biggest and best showrooms and clubs in Atlantic City and around the country. And they are pulling no stops at the Royce.

Last weekend, the incredible triple Rail turn featuring two stunning female leads – one who played the electric fiddle – had the entire place jumping. u pcoming bands include Laura Lea and tripp Fabulous on Friday, Aug. 11; Hunka Junk on saturday, Aug. 12; the Amish Outlaws on thursday, Aug. 24; the Fuzzy Bunny slippers

on saturday, Aug. 26; ’80s Night with M-80 on Friday, sept. 15; the sensational soul Cruisers on Friday, sept. 29; and some big surprises that will soon be announced for Halloween.

And anyone who knows the DJ world will appreciate the lineup that Fame management will constantly rotate.

But the Royce is careful to not call itself a nightclub. Its ownership already possesses Kiss Kiss Nightclub, plus Boogie Nights and Anthem already exist at the trop, so they don’t want to compete with themselves or others.

And they are right when they say the Royce is different.

“I think we find that t he Royce concept was more all inclusive than your average nightclub,” Catrambone said “It gives everyone something to do. It doesn’t have that intimidation of a nightclub that typically draws a younger demographic. Inside the tropicana, they have some older clientele, so we are telling them and everyone else to come in and relax with shorts on, play some games and listen to great bands. And then as the night goes on, it becomes more of a nightclub with DJs, but it’s a nightlcub for people who don’t really like to go to nightclubs … if that makes sense.” It does.

Food and Drinks

t he cocktails are an attraction themselves.

Yes, you can order any drink or grab a beer, but if you are feeling adventurous and – yes, social – partake in some of the oversized, whimsical offerings the Royce staff has concocted.

Whether you’re sitting in the comfortable, more private area featuring plush couches and chairs and stylish accents including modern chandeliers or at one of the many picnic tables around the Royce, don’t sleep on the killer specialty cocktails.

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signature cocktials include the Life saver with three Olives Berry Vodka, Peach schnapps, sour and Life saver candy; the Dum Dum with tito’s Vodka, sour Apple schnapps and lemon lime soda; and the Cadillac Margarita with Casamigos Reposado, tequila Orange Liqueur, orange juice and lime juice.

But if you really want to have fun, check out cocktails in the 44-ounce martini

glass ($40), the 48-ounce cowboy hat ($50) and the 96-ounce copper mug ($90).

Food, of course, is a major part of the Royce, and while it has its own full-service kitchen to cater private parties and special events, t he Royce is using its sister property, Wild Honey smokehouse and tavern, which is right next door, for its current food offerings until the Royce develops its own menu eventually. Royce customers can feast on some killer BBQ from a best-of Wild Honey menu that is offered, including wings, an onion ring tower, sliders served on biscuits, and BBQ favorites like brisket, pulled pork, rubs and more.

“Football will be a huge part of what we do in the fall, and what goes better with football and beer than barbecue,” seidman said. “People will be able to come in here and watch football, eat barbecue, drink, listen to live music and play Ping-Pong or go bowling.”

The Royce’s evolution

the Royce is only about a month old, but the concept is already seeing nice crowds and will definitely be a major hit in Atlantic City when the word spreads.

Future plans include the evolution of gaming to include everything from football simulations to cornhole and pinball, as well as the redesign and construction of the its mezzanine, a once beautiful spot in Providence that overlooks the stage.

“We definitely want to reintroduce that mezzanine to people and have

some even bigger bands that people can watch from both floors,” seidman said. “ the concept is to drink, play and be social, and we are going to stick to that and not intimidate anyone by telling them what they can wear or what music they should listen to. It’s open arms for anyone who comes to the tropicana and Atlantic City.”

The Royce Social Hall is open 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursdays to Sundays inside The Quarter at the Tropicana Atlantic City. Go to TheRoyceAC.com.

Scott Cronick is an awardwinning journalist who has written about entertainment, food, news and more in South Jersey for nearly three decades. He hosts a daily radio show – "Off The Press with Scott Cronick" - 4 to 6 p.m. weekdays on Newstalk WOND 1400-AM, 92.3-FM, and WONDRadio.com, and he also coowns Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall in Atlantic City, while working on various projects, including charitable efforts, throughout the area. He can be reached at scronick@comcast.net.

Judy Collins treats Ocean City audience with song and story

Judy Collins performed at the Ocean City Music Pier sunday, August 6.

Collins has lent her iconic voice to an impressive range of genres over her five-decade career – from her beloved folk work to acclaimed forays into rock and show tunes.

Richard t hompson was the opening act. He first gained prominence in the late 1960s as the lead guitarist and songwriter for the folk rock group Fairport Convention.

t he audience was not only treated to an outstanding night of music but enjoyed hearing some of the details of Judy Collins life, presented in a very jovial style of conversation.

Photos by Donald B Kravitz

Legendary singer-songwriter

Don McLean and Al Stewart play packed Music Pier

Don McLean performed his 50th Anniversary “American Pie” tour Monday, Aug. 7 at the Ocean City Music Pier. Al stewart opened the show with his band, the Empty Pockets.

McLean is best known for his 1971 hit "American Pie, the day that music died."

the show was sold-out and both entertainers had the audience applauding all night long including a long standing ovation.

Photos by Donald B Kravitz

Diving into the Science of Tides & Waves

amazing ocean.

By Sarah Fertsch Staff Writer

Calling all science enthusiasts! Do you ever wonder what makes the ocean move? How do tides work? What makes waves? Read on to sate your curiosity about our

It all comes down to the moon. the moon has its own gravitational pull that’s less powerful than ours, but it has a great effect on our atmosphere and environment. the gravitational pull from the moon produces something called the tidal force. As the moon rotates around the earth, water moves closer to the side where the moon is. this is called high tide. the tide rises and falls twice per day, just as the moon passes by your location on earth and moves further away. the highest tides occur when the moon is full or new. High tides always occur either directly before or

after the moon is at its closest to our part of the earth (when it’s directly overhead). the tides run on a 24 hour and 50-minute cycle, meaning some parts of the earth only experience the tide going in and out once per day. twice per month, the high tide and low tide are at their closest point, almost reaching the same point. that’s called neap tide.

the eastern side of the planet experiences high tide when the western side of the earth experiences low tide. Each side will likely experience high and low tide twice per day. the sun causes tides too, but on a less extreme level. sometimes the solar and lunar tides reinforce each other, leading to bigger waves and higher tides, called the spring tide. When they work against each other, neap tides occur. During a solar and lunar eclipse, the tides range in both extremes.

Waves are the product of the moon, too. since the moon is so close to the earth, its gravitational pull (or tidal force) pulls water closer to itself. Waves are waters reaching for the moon. When the moon is directly overhead, waves are bound to be larg-

er in size. Likewise, when the moon is on the other side of the earth, waves tend to be minimal. the gravitational pull of the moon affects creatures on land as well, but the effects are very little. scientists can only tell by using very precise instruments.

Of course, wind affects waves as well. High winds push the water up and out, leading to higher tide and larger waves. that’s why you’ll see so many surfers racing toward the ocean during hurricanes. storm systems create high winds, leading to stronger waves. It’s important to be careful when the tide is at its highest and waves look huge because the power of the ocean can overtake you and become dangerous!

Both humans and animals rely on the tidal system to live and thrive, so it’s important to keep the waters clean and practice safety around the ocean and bay. Although it's not a perfect system (landmasses create disruption that affects waves and tides), it has been working for millennia. On your next beach trip, be sure to appreciate how the earth, moon, and sun work together to create the glorious tide and waves.

10 planning considerations after a divorce

By Eric Reich

Let’s face it, divorce is very difficult even under the best of circumstances. It can be mentally, emotionally and clearly financially draining. Once it’s over, most people don’t want to think about anything related to it for a long time. In reality, it can be one of the most important times for financial and estate planning. t here is a long list of things that need to be updated after a divorce, and today we will cover 10 of the most important ones.

1. Life Insurance Beneficiary Designations- updating your beneficiaries on your life insurance policies

needs to be done immediately. (this should actually be reviewed every year along with all of your beneficiary designations). I can tell you countless horror stories about people who never got around to changing life insurance beneficiaries after a divorce and left their death benefit to an ex-spouse instead of their current family. state law determines if your “Ex” still gets your life insurance proceeds. While many states have now enacted laws to remove a former spouse, plenty more have not. If your spouse is required to pay you support, your divorce decree should always require your ex-spouse to have life insurance on themselves where you are the owner of the policy. As the owner, you can ensure payments are being made, and any changes require your consent.

2. IRAs- Your IRA, unlike your retirement plan, allows you to name any beneficiary you want without spousal consent. You must change it yourself in order to name a new

beneficiary. If you remarry, your new spouse will not automatically become the beneficiary of your IRA.

3. Retirement Plans-In a retirement plan, your new spouse automatically becomes your beneficiary unless they agree to sign off on it. Remember, a prenuptial agreement does not cause a new spouse to give up this automatic right regardless of what they agree to in the document. Only a spouse can waive out of being a beneficiary, and a spouse does not sign a prenup, a fiancée does. t herefore it doesn’t matter what they agree to regarding your retirement plan. Whatever they agreed to regarding your retirement plan no longer applies the day you get married.

4. Estate Documents- Your exspouse may likely have been your Power of Attorney, trustee of your trust or the Executor of your will. Obviously, these documents need to be updated immediately after a divorce.

5. Meet with your CPA to review what your taxes may look like going forward. A divorce can put you in a very different tax situation going forward so it’s important to review everything so that there won’t be any surprises come April 15th.

6. Assemble a new team- You likely will not want to use the same advisor, CPA, estate attorney, etc. as your ex-spouse. You may want to start fresh with your own team of professionals.

7. Create a budget based on your new situation. s ome of your expenses will go down while others will go up. Make sure you have a good understanding of what your monthly and other periodic bills will be.

8. Recalculate your retirement projections. Know that the assets have been divided, you will need to see what the long-term impacts may be to your overall retirement plan.

9. transfer on Death (tOD) Accounts- these are investment accounts that automatically are made payable to a named person when you pass.

10. Don’t Forget to Check Your Credit- unfortunately, many times divorces are due to financial hardships that cause problems in the marriage. Make sure your credit is intact after your divorce.

In a perfect world, your advisor and/or estate planning attorney would be a part of the process before you even get a divorce. t hey view the process through a very different lense than a divorce attorney does. Having their input in advance can potentially save you time, money, and problems during an already very difficult stage of your life.

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Take Salads Al Fresco for a sweet summer meal

Get out of the kitchen and head outdoors this summer for fresh, delicious meals that call for lighting the grill and relaxing in the warmth of the season. take some of your favorite courses – like salads, for instance – to the next level by adding grilled ingredients for that perfect bit of char.

this g rilled sweetpotato and Blueberry salad offers all the tastes of the season with spring salad mix, fresh blueberries, walnuts and blue cheese. topped with homemade lemon honey vinaigrette, it’s a light yet filling meal fit for warm days thanks in part to the superfood that takes it to new heights: sweetpotatoes.

As one of the most versatile vegetables that’s easy to add to a variety of recipes for flavor and nutrition enhancement, sweetpotatoes can be a key ingredient in simple or elevated, sweet or savory dishes alike. Whether they’re cooked on the stove, baked, microwaved, slow-cooked or grilled to a perfect doneness with a crispy char, they can be an ideal addition to better-for-you summer meals.

Plus, they’re a “diabetes superfood” per the American Diabetes Association because they’re rich in

vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber, all of which are good for overall health. When enjoyed with the skin on, one medium sweetpotato contains more than 100% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, an important vitamin affecting vision, bone development and immune func-

tion. they’re also a good source of fiber and rich in potassium.

Another fun fact: the National sweetpotato Collaborators officially adopted the one-word spelling in 1989 to avoid confusion with equally unique and distinctive potatoes, which are also grown and marketed in the u s sweetpotato is a noun, not an adjective, meaning “sweet” is not a descriptor but part of the actual nomenclature. this is different than other potatoes using adjectives like white, red or russet to describe an entirely different vegetable.

Find more nutritional information, fun facts and summer recipe ideas at NCsweetpotatoes.com.

Grilled Sweetpotato and Blueberry Salad

Recipe courtesy of the North Carolina sweetpotato Commission and Andrea Mathis (beautifuleatsandthings.com)

servings: 4

Lemon Honey Vinaigrette:

● 6 tablespoons olive oil

● 1/4 cup lemon juice

● 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

● 2 1/2 tablespoons honey

» salt, to taste

» pepper, to taste

● 3 medium sweetpotatoes, peeled and sliced

● 2 tablespoons olive oil

» salt, to taste

» pepper, to taste

● 4 cups spring salad mix

● 1 cup fresh blueberries

● 1/3 cup chopped walnuts

● 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles

» lemon wedges, for garnish (optional)

to make lemon honey vinaigrette:

In bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and honey. season with salt and pepper, to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Preheat grill to medium heat. Drizzle sweetpotatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. g rill sliced sweetpotatoes on each side about 5 minutes, or until sweetpotatoes are tender and slightly charred. Remove from grill and let cool.

to arrange salad, spread spring salad mix onto large platter and top with grilled sweetpotatoes, blueberries, walnuts and blue cheese crumbles.

top with lemon honey vinaigrette and garnish with lemon wedges, if desired.

Credi: Featurettes

Local man overcomes life-threatening illness from tick and mosquito bites

By Krystle J Bailey

For Atlantic County resident

t imothy Ade, a trip to the emergency room and the fierce advocacy of his loving wife, Jenn, saved his life. In August 2019, following their one-year wedding anniversary, tim displayed unusual symptoms, including an excruciating headache and blurred vision that couldn’t seem to be rectified with over-the-counter medications and rest.

the Ades would soon find out that tim had contracted Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a mosquito-transmitted disease known to kill horses. While many humans who contract EEE can fight the illness on their own, in a rare sequence of events, tim was also bitten by a tick carrying Rocky Mountain spotted Fever. the combination of insect-born illnesses caused swelling in his brain that would change the course of his life indefinitely.

When tim was nearly discharged with a diagnosis of migraines, his wife Jenn jumped in to advocate for

him, as she knew something wasn’t right. Her hard-working, incredibly active husband was not himself, and her instincts kicked in. With years of experience working in the healthcare field, Jenn demanded that her husband be monitored for 24 hours.

During that time, t im spiked a 102-degree fever, followed by a 25-minute seizure later in the evening. In the days that followed, test after test came back negative as symptoms continued to worsen. By Labor Day of 2019, they discovered fluid on t im’s brain. still lacking a clear understanding of the prognosis, doctors began treating tim’s condition as a stroke or spinal cord injury, using the term “brain injury” to determine the treatment modalities.

Following discharge from the hospital, tim spent 12 weeks in a rehabilitation center where he learned to walk and eat food on his own though tim’s life would be changed forever. Four years later, timothy Ade lives a new version of his very full life. While he no longer can participate in the physical labor he once enjoyed, he is loved fiercely by his family and enjoys

playing chess, listening to music, and strolling the boardwalk with the people he loves.

In April 2021, tim had a permanent shunt placed that drains the continuous flow of fluid from his brain into his stomach. He receives 24/7 care from Bayada home health aids, who have helped him to master a new level of independence while ensuring his well-being day-to-day. He uses a wheelchair as needed and can walk with assistance. With limited verbal function, he uses modern means of communication to connect with Jenn and their family.

While his life may look different than it once did, tim lives an abundant life of love, laughter, and adventure. From Phillies games to Kane Brown concerts, morning breakfast trips with his home health aids, to watching his stepson tyler wrestle for Egg Harbor township Highschool, tim is charting a new path with the help of his 15-person healthcare team and the support of his family.

Jenn, who buys six half gallons of ice cream every trip to the grocery store just for tim, lovingly nurtures and cares for her husband through sickness and health. Without her advocacy, it is likely that tim would not have survived the first hospital visit. their endless love for each other is what keeps them pressing forward and advocating for others. the Ades encourage everyone to spray their yards for ticks, check for bites daily during the summer months, and to be mindful of symptoms, including headache and fever following a bite. While tim’s condition is rare, it is important to be informed and willing to advocate for yourself and your family when the unexpected happens.

As the Ades approach the fouryear anniversary of the day that changed their lives forever, they look forward to renewing their wedding vows under the same tree where they were married in 2018 with a deep sense of gratitude for tim’s life and healing.

The Pinelands: A bountiful nature reserve, right in our backyard

By Sarah Fertsch Staff Writer

America’s first nationally protected reserve is located here in south Jersey. A closer look reveals why the New Jersey Pine Barrens is one of the most unique habitats in the world that’s well worth protecting and exploring.

Let’s jump back in time. According to the Pinelands Preservation Alliance, the Atlantic Coastal Plain began to form about 200 million years ago. starting 100 years ago, the Atlantic Ocean repeatedly covered the coastal plain, then withdrew, leaving behind layers of geologic material in the area we know as the Pinelands.

As the Earth changed at the end of the final Ice Age 12,000 years ago, plants and animals emerged. Once the land was dry and warm, pine trees began to sprout from the soil as an evolutionary response to the harsh cold.

t he Lenape people inhabited s outh Jersey 2,000 years later. Colonization by European nations

began in the mid-1600s. the swedes, the Dutch, and British forced out the native tribes. the Europeans harvested cedar, oak and pitch pine trees to industrialize the area, establishing shipbuilding and saw mills.

In the 1740s, charcoal and bog iron resources were developed in the Pine Barrens and the iron industry was born. settlers built iron furnaces including the one at Batsto Village. Iron from the Pine Barrens was vital during the Revolutionary War and War of 1812 for cannons and cannonballs.

t he Pine Barrens iron industry was eventually overshadowed by Pennsylvania iron, which was of higher quality and could be produced more cheaply, leaving Batsto Village and other Pine Barrens iron towns without work. Residents left in search of employment, turning these formerly bustling hubs into ghost towns.

Other industries in the Pinelands like glassblowing, cranberry farming, cotton and paper milling carried on for a time but never reached scale of the iron industry.

Over the years the Pine Barrens has been associated with ghoulish mysteries, legends and folklore involving monsters. Most famously, the Jersey Devil is said to have been born the 13th child of “Mother Leeds” in 1735. upon birth, the hideous monster spread its wings and flew away, hiding out in the Pinelands for eternity. Other folk legends like Captain Kidd and the Black Dog also have Pinelands connections.

“ the Kallikak Family: A study in the Heredity of Feeble-Mindedness” was the title of a 1912 book by psychologist Henry goddard. the book documented genetic research that observed the Kallikaks, pseudonym for a family who lived in the Pinelands. the study concluded that residents of the area were biologically inferior. the study has since been debunked as biased and based on eugenics.

Other than a few early aviation crashes in the 1920s, the Pine Barrens remained mostly untouched and in obscurity moving into the 20th century. Locals kept to themselves and managed small family cranberry or blueberry farms. the area’s sandy soil deemed the land poor for farming many crops, and its earth deposits such as sand, gravel, and clay could not compare to the oil, coal, and iron of Northeastern and Western Pennsylvania.

Philadelphia urbanites called these backwoods families “pineys,” a derogatory term implying unsophistication and old-fashioned lifestyles. Even as Atlantic City and other beach towns developed along the Jersey

shore, the Pinelands was affected minimally.

Meanwhile, residents of the Pine Barrens worried that the dense forest would be destroyed and the water supply exploited to accommodate expansion of the Philadelphia suburbs. the low cost of land in the pines tempted developers, and plans for a new international airport were laid to use the land within Wharton state Forest.

In the 1960s, the political climate favored liberal causes like protections for healthcare, seniors, labor rights, and land preservation.

New Jersey Republican Rep. Edwin Forsythe proposed that 1.1 million acres of a unique forest in south Jersey be nationally protected. ultimately, the Pinelands National Reserve became the first nationally protected lands through the National Parks and Recreation Act of 1978.

t he reserve contains Wharton state Forest, Byrne state Park, Batsto Historic Village, Bass River state Forest, and Penn state Forest. the area was designated a u s . Biosphere Reserve by u NEsCO in 1983 and an International Biosphere Reserve in 1988.

According to the New Jersey government website, the Pinelands National Reserve spans seven counties and covers 22 percent of land in the entire state. It is also the largest body of open space in the Mid-Atlantic region between Boston and Richmond. so why are the Pinelands worth preserving? Well, protecting the regional water supply is one reason. It's home to the Kirkwood-Cohansey aquifer, a 17 trillion-gallon underground water supply that serves all of south Jersey.

It’s also habitat to dozens of rare plants and animals, attracting hundreds of biologists worldwide. Of the almost 40 native species, explorers may stumble upon a beaver, rattlesnakes, barred owl, snapping turtle, eastern ribbon snake, wild turkey, and screech owl.

One of the rarest creatures of the Pinelands is the Pine Barrens tree frog, which has become even more rare due to habitat loss. the amphibian is most commonly found in south Jersey, but also exists in North and south Carolina as well as Alabama.

The pitch pine is the most common and characteristic organism of the Pine Barrens, occupying more than 700,000 acres of New Jersey.

In 1983, Andy Warhol created a print series based on the species to raise awareness of the need for environmental protection.

the Pinelands Preservation Alliance reports that the reserve is home to eight species of gymnosperms (plants like the pine trees that do not produce true flowers), 800 species of flowering plants (angiosperms), 25 species of ferns, 274 mosses, and at least 100 (but probably 300-400) species of fungi.

tree-lovers across the planet: they can grow new branches from their trunks and even their roots. their thick bark protects them from most forest fires, so they can regenerate after almost all fire damage. After the Wharton Forest fire in June, many observed burnt-black trees sprouting little green growths from the ashes. Also, the pine cones of this species are opened through extreme heat, ensuring new life in a forest decimated by fire. this evolutionary adaptation allows pitch pines to compete against oaks, whose acorns typically allow the tree family to grow quickly and easily.

In a fire (which is fed through the hundreds of needles on the forest floor), pitch pines will win out. Overall, pines beat oaks by taking in more sunlight, utilizing more water, and absorbing more minerals.

Beneath the iconic pitch pines, rare flowers blossom along the forest’s understory. the Pine barrens gentian, bog asphodel, swamp pink, and dozens of variations of orchids survive exclusively in the Pinelands.

Most astonishingly, carnivorous plants have taken over the Pine Barrens. s undews, bladderworts, and pitcher plants have developed behaviors to entice creatures and then swallow them up. Pitcher plants release aromas that tempt insects. When they land on the plant, they are trapped. Bladderworts, as their name implies, have tiny sacs embedded in the soil near their roots and suck up small bugs to immediately digest.

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the pitch pine is the most common and characteristic organism of the Pine Barrens, occupying more than 700,000 acres of New Jersey. t hese trees are known for their thick, resinous bark and deep roots, which allow them to thrive in drought conditions or parasitic infestations. the pine needles from these trees are the main food source for rabbits, mice, and birds that co-habitate in this ecosystem.

Pitch pines have an incredible quality that excites scientists and

the ecosystem is marked by its low acidity and low-nutrient water and soil. Like the northern forests of Maine and the Everglades of Florida, the Pinelands make New Jersey distinct and wild. Locals and tourists can enjoy camping, hiking, kayaking and searching for the Jersey Devil. Most importantly, locals, particularly in south Jersey, enjoy the clean air, clean water, and beautiful scenery that comes with celebrating the Pine Barrens as our home and neighborhood.

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Tips for housebreaking dogs

bell each and every time you go outside and announce let’s go potty, your puppy will start to associate ringing the bell means going outside to potty. Don’t pick up their paws and force them to ring the bells, they will learn to ring it themselves.

By Heidi Clayton

Ireceived an email asking for tips on housebreaking a 7-monthold puppy who is still having accidents in the house. Here are my housebreaking tips.

start by limiting your puppy’s freedom in the house and not giving them access to large areas of space. If you aren’t watching them for signs the dog has to go, the puppy should be crated. g iven the chance to be a clean puppy, they will be and they will not potty in their crates.

I hang a bell on a long ribbon from the knob of the door that the puppy is going to use to go outside. Every time I take a puppy outside, I ring the bell and say “Let’s go potty!” in a very happy voice. Puppies need a way to tell you they have to go outside and if you aren’t paying attention to them when they are loose, you could miss a potty opportunity. If you ring the

When training dogs for housebreaking, you must stay outside with them. Do not assume your puppy will go potty if you simply put them outside alone. Puppies get distracted when outside and often forget to go potty. Once they get back inside where it is nice and quiet and free of distractions, they remember that they have to go to the bathroom and let loose. If you are outside for a while and the puppy doesn’t potty, bring them back inside, put them into their crate for about 10 minutes and then take them outside again.

When the puppy finishes going potty, immediately reward them with treats and say “good potty” while making a big fuss over their accomplishment. Remember to give them a treat immediately for going potty outside while still outside and not when you get back into the house. Delaying the reward for potty until

inside is simply giving them a treat for coming into the house.

Never shame a puppy for having an accident in the house. Puppies do not understand that they are being yelled at for going potty inside the house. they think you are yelling at them for the actual act of going to the bathroom. Yelling at them will result in the puppy sneaking off to go potty in a spot that is free from the prying eyes of the mean person who yells at them for going to the bathroom. Yelling at or shaming the puppy for having an accident inside the house can actually make them afraid to go to the bathroom in front of you when outside. they will associate that go -

ing to the bathroom in front of you gets them yelled at.

It is cruel and can ruin your puppy's trust in you to rub their nose in the pee or poop. It does not teach the puppy anything except you’re a terrifying person who rubs their face in their excrement.

Finally, never use pee pads if you want the puppy to exclusively go to the bathroom outside. u nless consistently rewarded for going on the pads, they will not understand the difference between a pee pad and your bath mat.

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

Heidi Clayton started Four On the Floor Dog Training to provide positive, rewardbased dog training in South Jersey. She breeds, trains and shows bull terriers under the SoraBully’s Bull Terriers kennel name. Email questions to heidi@ fouronthefloordogtraining. net or learn more at https:// fouronthefloordogtraining.net

How to stage your home if you’re living it

Real Estate Matters

By Elisa Jo Eagan

Staging is an important part of selling your home and can help your property attract attention. However, it may be difficult to do while you are still living there.

Follow a few of these tips like focusing on your entryways, decluttering, and using a storage unit to stage your home before moving out.

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

Keep the Color

Neutral is a popular choice for professional stagers, but it isn’t the only way to prepare your space when

looking to sell your home. If you have a color theme going on, keep it around. No need to neutralize your space entirely, and these days, people are being pulled in the color direction anyway. t hrow pillows, kitchen appliances, flowers and wall decor are all fair game.

Declutter

the biggest step in any staging project is decluttering, especially if you’re still living there. this includes cleaning your space; the countertops should be free of stains, the coffee tables organized and the bathrooms

wiped down. Even if your aim is to make your home appear more personalized, messy is never a good idea.

Your Entryway Matters

Whether the entryway to your home is a grand hallway or a simple one, put extra care into making this space stand out. It’s the first thing people notice about your interior. t hings like dirty shoes, unkempt carpets, or even a dirty odor will instantly turn buyers off.

Consider a Storage Unit

While you want to keep some aspects of your lived-in home, some pieces of furniture could present a

hindrance. You will want to put these somewhere, but you don’t want to fill up your garage, which you will want to be seen by potential buyers. Free-up space in this often cluttered area by using a storage unit.

Mirrors and Art

are

Here to Stay

What makes your home look bigger while adding a flair of modernity? Mirrors – which provide a perfect accent, making a room appear larger than it really is. Art is also a great personality accent to keep around. It makes the interior of your home appear more refined, while providing the space with a pop of color and a piece of your personality.

For real estate information and advice, contact Elisa Jo Eagan, the “Real Estate g odmother,” at 609703-0432. Learn more at www.theRealEstategodmother.com.

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

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MURPHY’S OTHER LAWS, PART II

● the 50-50-90 rule: Anytime you have a 50-50 chance of getting something right, there's a 90% probability you'll get it wrong

● It is said that if you line up all the cars in the world end-to-end, someone from California would try to pass them.

● the things that come to those who wait may be the things left by those who got there first.

● give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. teach a man to fish and he will sit in a boat all day, drinking beer.

● Flashlight: A case for holding dead batteries.

● god gave you toes as a device for finding furniture in the dark.

● When you go into court, you are putting yourself in the hands of twelve people who weren't smart enough to get out of jury duty.

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SUDOKU Solution on page 98

THEME: MOVIE ANIMALS

ACROSS

1. Deli side

5. *"Breakfast at tiffany's" animal

8. songs for one

12. What formica and biochemical have in common

13. Prefix for partly

14. Dark

15. Crew equipment, pl.

16. steinbeck's "East of ____"

17. golf shirt

18. *"Marmaduke" animal

20. *"Away & Back" animal

21. game "field"

22. slightly insane

23. Casual top

26. Vending machine

30. Rocks, to a bartender

31. Bowling prop

34. Lush

35. trots and canters

37. Broadcasting medium

38. Inflammatory swelling

39. Highland tongue

40. sock pattern

42. Bring into play

43. go back over

45. theater passages

47. Part of a cheer

48. Lump of anything

50. Milo and Otis, e.g.

52. *"Dunston Checks In" animal

56. Wheel on a spur

57. CIsC alternative

58. Private theater box

59. Resembling wings

60. MacFarlane or Rogen

61. go-____

62. *Bullseye, Hamm and Lotso Bear, e.g.

63. Lyric poem

64. Immediately, doctor's jargon

DOWN

1. Air quality concern

2. Fibber

3. Farm measure

4. sushi condiment

5. Natural moth repellent

6. to change, as in the u s. Constitution

7. Fork prong

8. *"Harry Potter" animal (2 words)

9. Earthenware pot

10. *"Born Free" animal

11. I in t g.I.F.

13. Administer diazepam

14. When Cinderella wins

19. Civil wrongs

22. "some Nights" band

23. *"Life of Pi" animal

24. Close call

25. Bank job

26. gossamer

27. Cry like #5 Across

28. Liquorice flavored herb

29. Hues

32. Backgammon predecessor

33. *"Babe" animal

36. *"Anchorman" and "the Wizard of Oz" animals

38. Kundera's "unbearable Lightness of ____"

40. "that feels good!" exclamation

41. set in motion

44. Like a go-getter bird

46. Lies in ambush

48. Wept

49. It makes waste?

50. singular of #17 Across

51. Home versus ____ game

52. guesstimate phrase (2 words)

53. to perfection (3 words)

54. taj Mahal city

55. As opposed to gross

56. *"Willard" animal

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$460,000 state grant to expand student mental health resources

Anew state grant of more than $460,000 will allow stockton u niversity to expand its mental health resources.

A new student Wellness Room, a new Community Outreach Coordinator and additional funds to provide mental health first-aid training are some of the uses of the $461,682 coming from the Mental Health in Higher Education: Community Provider Partnership and Professional Development g rant from the New Jersey Office of the s ecretary of Higher Education.

Nearly $220,000 will go toward the costs for design and construction of a new student Wellness Room. Davis said the room — the location of which is still to be determined — will serve many functions, including giving students a more private place for virtual clinical sessions and to “be in their own bubble.”

“ this is also helpful for students who may be neurodivergent, which includes various conditions, such as, autism, ADHD, social anxiety and sensory processing disorders,” she said. “ this gives them that privacy or opportunity to take a break, especially if they are in an environment where it’s too noisy or creates anxiety.”

More than $100,000 is earmarked for consultant and training services, including a partnership with the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County to provide mental health first-aid training and QPR (Question, Persuade and Refer) training for suicide prevention.

the grant will also allow stockton to become a member of the JED Campus Program, which is a nationwide initiative of the Jed Foundation, a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for teenagers and young adults. Davis said the four-year partnership is geared toward underrepresented or underserved students.

“When you have regular life stress on top of stressors due to bias, racism, microaggressions and biases from being Lg BtQ+, for example, it helps to assess if our students are experiencing those things and what are the strategies to help with those unique risks,” she said, adding that rates of suicide are higher among people of color and Lg BtQ+ youth.

t he new Community Outreach Coordinator will be a full-time position that will facilitate students’ connections to off-campus clinical and

nonclinical mental health resources, especially ones that may not be available at stockton.

t he grant will not only benefit students, but faculty and staff as well, Davis said. It’s providing money for stockton to host nine professional development workshops on topics such as mental health in a multicultural context and supporting faculty and staff mental health while supporting others.

“We want to make sure we provide as many resources as we can that provide a more comprehensive approach to mental health,” Davis said. “ this grant offers that in many different ways.”

In addition to this grant from the state, stockton is also part of a statewide partnership with the mental health and wellness platform u will to provide free, private, secure and confidential access to teletherapy to students, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year. Help is available by calling 833-646-1526 or going to app.uwill.com.

“Making teletherapy services available to countless college students on campuses throughout our state is a key component of our ongoing efforts to address the mental health needs of our young people and promote safe and inclusive learning environments in New Jersey,” said gov. Phil Murphy when he announced the first-in-the-nation partnership in May.

Davis says the uwill program and the additional grant money from the state continues to show the state’s and the university’s commitment to improving mental health on campus.

Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) Accepting Reusable Bag Donations

Authori

(AC u A), in partnership with the NJ Clean Communities Program and the NJ Food Council, is accepting reusable bags for donation for those in need.

Donations can be dropped off at ACuA’s g EO Administrative Building located at 6700 Delilah Road in Egg Harbor township, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ACuA will also be accepting bags at its tent during the Atlantic County 4H Festival on August 11 and 12, and at its next Household Hazardous Waste DropOff on saturday, september 9.

ACuA has collected, cleaned, and delivered a total of 1,047 donated reusable bags to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey in Egg Harbor township and Angels in Motion in Atlantic City.

the program is part of a pilot created through the NJ Clean Communities Program and NJ Food Council to address those in need and provide an outlet for those with an abundance of bags. the organizations are funding the sanitization of bags prior to donation. NJ Clean Communities and the NJ Food Council were responsible for implementing NJ’s Bag Ban when it went into effect in 2022.

ACUA Solid Waste Director Gregory Seher with boxes of reusable bag donation at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey's Egg Harbor Township location.

Nicole Hyde of Angels in Motion picked up reusable bag donations at ACUA's facilities for the community members they serve.