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Halloween Happenings and Fall Fun Make Room for Somers Point Restaurant Week Thriving Seas Band Goes Big Local Heroes Help the Homeless Linwood Gets Ghosted

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10 th annual

somers Point

restaurant Week

Presented By Somers Point Restaurant Association

Enjoy Jazzy Dining

November 1st – 10th

at the following Locations:

small town, big taste!

Friday, November 1

Wednesday, November 6

FITZPATRICK’S- 6-9 pm Behn Gillece GREGORY’S - 7-10 pm Rob Budesa

MARSINIS 6-9 pm • Chris Simonini CHARLIES 6-9 pm • Lou Durham

Thursday, November 7

Saturday, November 2 ANCHORAGE 6:30-9:30pm Behn Gillece WINDJAMMER 6-9pm Dave Hartl

EL TIPICO 6-9 pm • Rob Budesa DOCS PLACE 6-9 pm • Rich Budesa

Friday, November 8

JOSIE KELLYS 6-9 pm • Jason Klinke SALS CAFÉ 6-9 pm • Dave Hartl

Tuesday, November 5 Saturday, November 9 CRAB TRAP 7-10 pm Rich Budesa

PASSION VINES 2- 4 pm • Jason Klinke FITZPATRICKS 6-9 pm • Jason Klinke

EAT DINE and BE SOCIAL CONTEST! November 1st – 10th • 10 Day Dining Event 3-Course Prix-Fixe Dinner • 2 – Course Prix-Fixe Lunch

GET SOCIAL & WIN

Take Pics of your Dining & Wine Selection Experience at the Participating Locations and Post to  to Earn a Chance to WIN the Grand Prize Basket worth over $250!

Just Visit Participating Restaurants Nov. 1st - 10th • LIKE US ON  : Somers Point Restaurant Week • Post Your RW Dining Pics on Restaurant Week FB Page • Include #SPRW19 Drawing 11-13-19 – One Winner To view menus and more information: www.somersptrestaurantwk.com

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PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS L = 2 Course Lunch $12.19 D = 3 Course Dinner $27.19 Anchorage Tavern • 823 Bay Ave. D (609) 926-1776 Buona Vita • 801 Bay Ave. D (609) 788-0370 Clancy’s By The Bay • 101 E. Maryland Ave. D (609) 927-6969 Charlie’s Bar & Restaurant • 800 Shore Rd. L/D (609) 927-3663 Crab Trap Restaurant • 2 Broadway D (609) 927-7377 Doc’s Place • 646 Bay Ave. L/D (609) 926-0404 El Tipico Mexican Taqueria • 560 New Rd. D (609) 653-8226 Fitzpatrick’s Deli & Steakhouse • 650 New Rd. L/D (609) 653-8155 Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar • 900 Shore Rd. L/D (609) 927-6665 Josie Kellys • 908 Shore Rd. L/D (609) 904-6485 The OG Original Greek • 17 Bethel Rd L/D (609) 904-5519 Marsinis • 12 E. Maryland Ave. L/D (609) 904-6301 The Grilled Cheese & Crab Cake Co. • 55 W. Laurel Dr. L/D (609) 601-7533 Sal’s Coal Fired Pizza • 501 New Rd. L/D (609) 927-8700 Italian Street Restaurant and Pizza • 268 New Road L/D (609) 926-3547 The Windjammer • 18 MacArthur Blvd. L/D (609) 365-8056

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Galloway mayor chases down burglary suspect right into police custody down the road, where he was still wearing the alloway Township’s mayor same “Loser” jacket, according to the report. chased down a suspect in the burglary of his restauDean, 31, of Port Republic, allegedly rant, police said Thursday. stole master keys to various businessIt was a jacket embroidered with es in the township’s Smithville section. the word “Loser” that apparentHe was found with keys to ly led to his downfall.

Coppola’s restaurant and alGeorge Dean Jr. was so has been linked to the shown wearing the burglary at Spirit Gas jacket in surveillance Station the previous footage from Fred and weekend, police said.

Ethel’s that showed a “The Galloway poburglary Tuesday. lice are very grateful Mayor Anthony to Mayor Coppola and Coppola Jr. owns the his swift reaction to notify 911 and his tenacity to restaurant.

Dean allegedly returned chase a criminal down in the to Fred and Ethel’s on Anthony Coppola Jr. middle of the night,” police Wednesday night, when said. “His brave actions staff alerted the mayor that the sushave no doubt saved the police and pect was trying to get in the back door. other local business from a pre-holCoppola chased after Dean, while iday crime spree. We do not expect also calling 911 and telling the dispatchcitizens to put their lives in danger. er where he was, police said.

Thankfully this was a good ending for The mayor chased the suspect all involved.”

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A Balancing Act Letter from editor

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think we can all agree that life rarely turns out as we plan. I know mine didn't! They say if you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans. I'm sure He was amused watching my life's trajectory unfold.

I started my teaching career, young and enthusiastic, in 1990. Three years later, I was expecting my first child with plans to return to work as soon as possible. The combination of our baby's health problems and a lack of sleep changed that plan fast!

I never did return to full time teaching.

Though teaching didn't work out, we still needed a second source of income so I began tutoring in the evening. Tutoring offered a perfect compromise, allowing me to teach for a few hours every evening and still be home during the day with my children. One recommendation led to another and I was blessed to be able to do this for over 20 years.

It's hard for me to believe that some of my earliest students are now pilots in the Air Force, teachers, or attending college. It seems as though they were just in fourth grade yesterday!

As you know, life is full of expenses. Tutoring alone wasn't cutting it so I picked up a few side

hustles over the years. I cleaned weekly rentals on Saturdays, ran errands, sold Avon, babysat and waited tables.

Learning how to balance a budget while also raising a family, is not something they teach in school. I often felt pulled in many different directions. It was nearly impossible not to disappoint someone. Like most mothers, I placed myself lowest on the totem pole, always putting everyone's needs before my own.

Somewhere in my forties, I reclaimed my power. I decided that one hour a day was mine. Whether I went for a walk, took a yoga class or just read a book, I was entitled to that time. I began to show up better in all the areas of my life. When I began filling my own proverbial cup, I was able to pour into others that much more. Self care is a necessary part of life and too often, the most overlooked.

In this issue of Shore Local Newsmagazine we spotlight women in business. Many amazing women have succeeded and established careers and businesses that have become part of the fabric of South Jersey. Each faced their own share of adversity and challenges along the way, yet overcame obstacles, took on dual roles and found success. We are honored to share some of their stories.

Thank you for picking up this issue of Shore Local! We welcome your thoughts and input, please email shorelocalnews@gmail.com Wishing you a Happy Halloween!

Peace & Love, Cindy

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Hometown Hero: If Not For Grace - Terry & Susan Luma

By Cindy Fertsch

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ometimes people just need to be shown love to regain a spark of hope in their life," explains Terry Luma.

Terry and his wife Susan founded "If Not for Grace" ministry that offers mobile showers to the homeless and a whole lot more.

For over a decade, Terry and Susan frequently volunteered their time and resources to help the homeless. Susan earned the name "the Cocoa Lady" at Brown's park in Atlantic City, as she is often found handing out hot chocolate on cold days.

Two years ago, while serving the homeless, Susan found herself overwhelmed with the concern about where those she

was serving took showers. She began to ponder where they get hot water, soap, and other resources to stay clean. This thought sparked something in Susan and she knew that it would be her mission to offer a solution.

The Lumas scoured the tri-state area searching for a mobile shower unit. Only two weeks later, in November of 2017, their unit was in their Egg Harbor Twp driveway. The 12 feet long shower unit includes two shower areas, each with a stall, toilet, and sink.

Several days per week, Terry and Susan along with many volunteers take the mobile shower to various locations. They make it their daily mission to meet the basic needs of the homeless, including food, showers, clothes, and resources. However, Terry and Susan strongly believe the most important thing they do is point people to Christ and let them know there us hope.

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they both have experienced homelessness in their lifetime. Terry is a recovering addict and has been sober for 25 years. They have a great compassion for the homeless and an even greater faith in Christ.

Another component of what they do is wound care."These people are left out to die. They are modern day leapors," says Terry.

He recounts the story of an 85 lb. young woman, a prostitute, beaten and battling addictions. The "If Not For Grace" team is certified in Narcan and has saved several lives.

"Each one of these people is someone's daughter or sister and

they need to be reminded that they matter," said Terry.

"If Not For Grace" is a volunteer based organization. You can contact them at www.ifnotforgraceministries.com or call 609-432-7463.

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It's a "Silobration" in Texas for local band Thriving Seas Chip and Joanna Gaines of the hit show “Fixer-Upper” host the three-day fall festival at their famously renovated silos and Magnolia MarBy Tammy Thornton ket. The yearly event attracted over 40,000 “Thriving Seas performing onstage at Silobration” ocal band Thriving Seas packed up their gear and visitors over the Photo credits: TJ Laury, Salty Stache Productions made the 1,615-mile trek to October 17-19 Waco, Texas to perform at weekend. Attendees lined up for the finding their way into songs. Though the fifth annual “Silobration”. HGTV’s 40+ artisans and food vendors, took various members in views from the rooftop have been playing picnic atop Magnolia Market or the Ferris wheel on together for the past the Midway, and of course, decade under various shopped Joanna Gaines’ names, they officially style, all while taking in became Thriving Seas in 2017. They Thriving Seas band members and their families enjoying soulful folk music.

Thriving Seas is based are often found play- Silobration after the show. Photo credits: Jaide Kyle out of Ocean City and all ing at Family Night its members are from our on the Ocean City Boardwalk and also husband Alex is also one of the songShore Local area. Though enjoy performing at local restaurants writers and composers, told Shore Local News that the band members they describe their music and bars, as well as weddings and a as folk rock, having three number of benefit events. Last summer are, “hard-working people who all have songwriters/vocalists gives they played at the Creation Festival in full-time day jobs, but just love creating the band a wide range of Shirleysburgh, Pennsylvania. They were music and truly enjoy playing together”.

“Thriving Seas band members: Paul Aspenberg, Alex sounds with some songs honored to play this year at Silobration Check out their music for yourself Kyle, Gabby Millett, Aaron Palermo, Drew Aungst (not having a roots or blues feel and have already been invited back to on Spotify, iTunes, Pandora, and Amapictured, Josh Zimmer) Photo credits: Jaide Kyle with Christian lyrics often play at next year’s event. zon, and follow them on Instagram (@ Aaron Palermo, who plays guitar thrivingseas) or Facebook to get the for the band in addition to singing latest announcements and information and songwriting, was impressed by about upcoming events. They can also the Gaines family’s message of hope be contacted by emailing: thrivingand optimism. While reflecting on the seas@gmail.com. band’s experience he said, “We had such an incredible time and met so maTammy Thornton is a mom of ny people, including one of our musical four, a substitute teacher, and a heroes, Josh Garrels, who was one of Sunday school teacher. She is the headlining performers along with passionate about gardening and Over 50Years Johnnyswim.”

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A Recipe for Success

By Cindy Fertsch

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ilton Fitness in Northfield teamed up with Atlantic Cape Community College, Academy of Culinary Arts to offer a special evening for their members. On October 7th, Chef Educator Annmarie Chelius's Nutrition class prepared healthy meals and treats for all the health club's members.

The scent of roasted vegetables and pasta in a pumpkin and butternut squash puree vegetable base piqued members interest. Many stopped by the serving station set up in the lobby and sampled the delights. Recipes and nutritional information were also given out. The pumpkin energy balls were a real hit.

"It's a perfect fit" agreed Tilton Fitness's General Manager, Andrew Caroluzzi and Dean Kelly McClay of the Academy Culinary Arts at Atlantic Cape Community College. "Exercise and healthy eating go hand in hand.

Proper nutrition paired with move-

ment and regular exercise is a recipe for success."

The event was the brainchild of David Coombs, Chairman of Restaurant Gala, the largest fundraiser for the Academy of Culinary Arts program at Atlantic Cape Community College. Coombs is a long term member of 31 years at the health club also. He saw the opportunity to connect exercise and healthy eating and felt it was an ideal match. He presented the idea to Dean McClay and Andrew Caroluzzi, both of which agreed.

"October is 'Farm is School'

month," pointed out Chef Educator Annmarie Chelius of Ocean City. "Sustainability is an important component of what we teach. We start by assessing what we have. The students are often amazed at what we can create with surplus ingredients."

The Academy of Culinary Arts (ACA) prepares students for a future in the culinary industry.

The ACA educates more culinary students each year than any other culinary school in New Jersey. At the ACA, students can work toward a degree, take specialized courses, or just develop basic job skills. They offer accredited degree programs and certificate programs that can be taken on a full- or part-time basis.

All programs are designed to prepare students for the real-world challenges of the food and beverage industry.

"I love it," exclaims Chef Brianna

Husak, a 2018 graduate. "I met so many people and had great opportunities to travel and learn new skills.

I would absolutely recommend it to anyone." Husak is now employed at both Hard Rock Hotel and Casino and Careme's Restaurant.

Tilton Fitness Northfield location is a state-of-the-art fitness center with a swimming pool. It offers a wide range of services such as personal training, group exercise classes, delicious smoothie bar, complementary babysitting, and even a certified onsite nutritionist that will work closely with you to determine a meal plan to help you achieve the results you want.

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Events & Happenings Ocean City Halloween Parade ▶Thursday, ▶ October 24th at 6:30pm Asbury Ave. from 6th – 11th Street For more information, called 1-800-8135580 or visit ochp.blogspot.com.

Hocus Pocus in the Park ▶Friday, ▶ October 25th at 6:30pm Kennedy Park 24 Broadway, Somers Point 3rd Annual Halloween Movie in the Park featuring the Disney Halloween Classic, Hocus Pocus at John F. Kennedy Park. The event is free and open to the public and is weather permitting.

Ocean City Fishing Club Surf Fishing Tournament ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th from 7am12:30pm 23rd-40th Street Beaches Ocean City Fishing Club’s 51st Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament. Registration will take place from 5:30-7am at the Primary School, 550 West Ave. For more information, contact Ed Parkinson at 215-680-6652 or eparkinson718@gmail.com.

Smithville Monster Bash ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th from 10am6pm 615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville The area’s largest Zombie Walk at 6pm.

Music and vendors will fill Village Greene throughout the day. Show up all ready in full costume and make up. Rain date is Saturday,

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November 2nd.

Halloween ComicFest ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th from 10am5pm Hamilton Mall 4403 E. Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing Join Hamilton Mall and Level Up for a Free spooktacular event featuring a selection of free comic books, special guests, vendors, activities, a costume contest and more.

Galloway Trunk or Treat ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th from 1-3pm Galloway Municipal Complex 300 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd. A Spooktacular Family Event where volunteer/non-profit organizations decorate the trunks of a car and fill it with candy and treats for children. The children walk around to each decorated vehicle and get their treat.

The event is being held in conjunction with the Towne Center Halloween Celebration.

Absecon Lighthouse Haunted Tours & Paranormal Investigation ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th from 6-10:30pm Galloway Municipal Complex 300 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Guided tours will let you explore the Lighthouse’s rich history and experience some spooky tales. Plus, join NJROPE on a paranormal investigation with ghost tracking equipment. Reservations are required.

Reserve your space by calling 609-449-1360

or visit abseconlighthouse.org.

Brigantine Halloween Parade and Fall Family Fun Fest ▶Sunday, ▶ October 27th at 1pm All are welcome to participate. Line up at St. Thomas, at the corner of 7th St. & Brigantine Ave., at 12:30pm. The parade will end at the 26th Street Baseball Fields where the Fall Family Fun Fest starts.

Linwood Halloween Event ▶Saturday, ▶ October 27th from 1-4pm All Wars Memorial Park Come out to Linwood for Pumpkin painting, bounce houses and facepainting. Sponsored by the Linwood Board of Recreation.

EHT Halloween Spooktacular ▶Monday, ▶ October 28th from 6-7:30pm EHT Community Center 5045 English Creek Ave. The EHT Recreation Department invites children ages 3-11 for a Spooktacular good time. This event will offer Halloween goodies, activity and craft stations, pumpkin decorating and a costume parade with prizes.

Come dressed in your Halloween costume.

Pre-registration is required. $5 per child. Visit ehtrec.com to sign up.

Egg Harbor City Halloween Parade ▶Monday, ▶ October 28th at 6:30pm Sponsored by the Mays Landing-Egg Harbor City Rotary Club. The parade will start at Campe Street, proceeding down Philadelphia Avenue, right onto Liverpool Ave. down to Arrago Ave. Line up at London Ave. and Campe St. by 6pm. Visit eggharborcityhalloweenparade.com for more details.

Senior Dancing Society ▶Tuesdays ▶ at 7:30pm Somers Point Fire Co. 1 447 Bethel Rd. Admission is $10 and includes light refreshments. There are some line dances along with social dances, and dance mixers each week. For more information and direc-

tions, contact Rita Voli at 609-408-3619.

Mays Landing Halloween Parade ▶Wednesday, ▶ October 30th at 6:30pm Route 50 between 2nd and 13th Streets Join the Rotary Club of Mays Landing for their 65th Annual Halloween Parade featuring the Oakcrest, Absegami, Pleasantville and Cedar Creek High School Marching Bands, local organizations, floats and more.

Visit mayslandinghalloweenparade.com for more details.

Trick or Treat at Hamilton Mall ▶▶ Thursday, October 31st from 5-7pm 4403 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing Grab some sweet treats in costume when Hamilton Mall stores open their doors to all ghosts and ghouls in a safe, fun environment with the perfect weather for trick or treating.

Sea Isle City Trunk or Treat ▶Thursday, ▶ October 31st from 5-7pm Marina Parking Lot 42nd Place & Bay Contact the Sea Isle City Recreation Department at 609-263-0050 to register.

A Starry Night at Forsythe ▶Friday, ▶ November 1st at 7pm Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge 800 Great Creek Rd. Oceanville Last year’s star gazing event was such a success that the South Jersey Astronomy Club agreed to come back for a second year. It will be a fun night for all filled with wonder and amazement. Gates are set to open at 6:30pm and light refreshments will be served.

Journey Through Time in EHT ▶Friday, ▶ November 1st at 7pm EHT Community Center 5045 English Creek Ave. Enjoy a Power Point presentation by authors June Sheridan and Lynn Wood. Books will be available for purchase after the event, with proceeds benefiting the Greate Egg

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Harbor Township Historical Society. Light refreshments will be available. $2 suggested donation at the door. Students and GEHTHS members are free.

Cologne Volunteer Fire Company Craft Fair ▶Saturday, ▶ November 2nd from 9am2pm 2870 Cologne Ave. Mays Landing Enjoy over 35 vendors selling handmade items and great holiday gifts. The kitchen will be open for a cake sale. Rain or shine. Free admission.

Atlantic City Events

Rocky Horror Picture Show 45th Anniversary Tour ▶Friday, ▶ October 25th at 8pm Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena Tickets start at $24 AC Comedy Club with Leah Bonnema ▶Friday, ▶ October 25th at 8 & 10pm & Saturday, October 26th at 7 & 9pm The Claridge Hotel Tickets start at $24 Hanson ▶Friday, ▶ October 25th at 8pm Circus Maximus Theater at Caesars Tickets start at $49 Dead Man’s Curve Car Show ▶Friday, ▶ October 25th – Sunday, October 27th Showboat Hotel Tickets start at $34 Come experience a fine display of pre ’72 hot rods, gassers, custom, celebrities, TV

cars, vendors and more. The show runs Friday, October 27th from 4-9pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 10am-7pm. Visit deadmanscurveusa.com for tickets and more information.

Tropicana’s Ultimate Halloween Party ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th at 8:30pm A Hallowen-themed light and sound show, The Rocky Horror Picture Show “Time Warp” dance in the Quarter, giveaways, costume contest and over $5,000 in cash and prizes. Visit tropicana.net/halloween for more details.

Smokey Robinson ▶Friday, ▶ November 1st at 9pm Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort Tickets start at $49 J1-Con Anime & Gaming Expo ▶Saturday, ▶ November 2nd from 11am7pm & Sunday, November 3rd from 11am-5pm Showboat Hotel Tickets start at $20 J1-Con is a convention held by nerds for nerds with anime, cosplay, special guests, gaming tournaments, panels, live music and more. Visit j1con.com for tickets and more information.

Community Events

Love at First Stitch Needlecraft Group ▶Thursdays ▶ at 6:30pm Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor City 134 Philadelphia Ave. Open to adults and teens.

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EGG HARBOR TWP COMMITTEEMAN

Joe Cafero Protecting Open Space For Future Generations Joe Cafero is working to provide recreational opportunities for all ages.

One of Joe’s top priorities is the 220 acre Nature Reserve.

The reserve features an arboretum, 6 miles of hiking trails and a lake used for fishing and kayaking.

Our unique Nature Reserve provides year round outdoor family activities and educational opportunities for our children.

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↘Continued from 11 Stories, Stay & Play ▶Fridays ▶ at 10:30am Atlantic County Library Brigantine 201 15th St. S Suggested for ages 1 ½ to 3. Support your child’s early literacy skills by hearing enjoyable stories, singing songs & making a quick craft. Siblings welcome.

After Hours Halloween Party ▶Friday, ▶ October 25th from 4:30-7:30pm Atlantic County Library EHT 1 Swift Dr. Open to ages 8-12. Registration requested. Are you ready to be scared? Find out what happens at the library after dark near Halloween with games, snacks and spooky stories.

Yoga for Life ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th at 9:45am Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave. Open to adults and teens.

Registration and $5 fee required for each session. Wear loss comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel.

History Explorers ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th at 10:30am Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave. Suggested for ages 7-12. Journey back in time as we visit fun destinations through books, costumes and themed activities. This months theme is Me-o-Maya.

Storytime University ▶Saturdays ▶ at 10:30am Atlantic County Library Pleasantville 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. Open to ages 3-6; children must be accompanied by an adult. Children and their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and movement while building language and literary skills.

Checkmates Chess Club ▶Saturdays ▶ from 12-4:30pm Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave. Exercise your mind. We welcome all to the challenge of playing a friendly game of chess with others.

HalloREAD ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th from 1-3pm Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Suggested for ages 8-14. Registration required. Join the Library for a frightfully good afternoon of crafts, stories and food.

Ichabod Crane, Washington Irving and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th at 1pm Atlantic County Library Brigantine 201 15th St. S Recommended for adults and mature children. Registration requested. Neil Hartley brings an all-new adaptation of this horror story written by Washington Irving. The interactive one-man interpretation of the story of the headless horseman draws the attention into the schoolmaster’s world in sleepy Tarry Town. The program, followed by a discussion about this 19th-century author ends with a dramatic reading of the story’s transcript.

Halloween Spooktacular: The Corpse Bride ▶Saturday, ▶ October 26th from 1:303:30pm Atlantic County Library Pleasantville 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. Open to ages 5-12; younger children must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy the Tim Burton movie The Corpse Bride. Wear your Halloween outfit and get a photo-op.

Popcorn and beverages provided.

Dungeons & Dragons ▶Saturdays ▶ from 2-5pm Atlantic County Library EHT 1 Swift Dr. Teens and young adults are invited to run their own Dungeons & Dragons game with supplies and snacks provided by the library.

This event will occur every Saturday.

Free Self-Defense Classes for Women ▶Monday, ▶ October 28th, from 5:306:30pm

ART ON ASBURY Sponsored by Ocean City Fine Arts League

A unique gallery featuring fine art from local artists. Art & gifts for everyone in all mediums.

Shore Medical Center DiOrio Hall 100 Medical Center Way, Somers Point Somers Point-Community First, a local volunteer organization, is offering a series of free self-defense classes for women on Monday, October 28th, Wednesday, October 30th & Monday, November 4th. Those signing up must commit to all three classes.

Limited spaces available. Those interested must register in advance by e-mailing fkaplan@shoremedicalcenter.org.

Grief/Loss Support Group ▶▶ Mondays at 5pm Mental Health Association of Atlantic County 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Suite 8, Galloway Individuals affected by the loss of a loved one due to addiction/substance use disorder will meet Mondays through December 2nd. For more information, call 609-652-3800 ext. 308.

Gathering Wool ▶Tuesdays ▶ at 10am Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave. Open to adults. All levels of experience welcome.

Young Adult Stress Relief Group ▶Tuesdays ▶ at 4:30pm Stockton Campus Center Meeting Room 2 101 Vera King Farris Dr. Galloway Students, non-students and “Twenty-Somethings” meet every Tuesday at Stockton University. Topics include common young adult issues, stress management, family problems, roommate issues and more.

There is no cost to attend. Provided by the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County in partnership with The Wellness Center at Stockton University. For more information, call 609-652-3800 ext. 308 or e-mail jangelini@mahnj.org.

Halloween Fun Storytime ▶Tuesday, ▶ October 29th at 10:30am Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Suggested for ages 1-5. Registration required. Enjoy Halloween stories, food and a craft. Don’t forget to wear your Halloween costume.

Teen Movie Night: A Quiet Place ▶Tuesday, ▶ October 29th from 5-7:30pm Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave. Open to teens. Registration requested. Enjoy a scary movie in a haunted library. Rated PG-13. Pizza provided.

Internet Basics ▶Wednesday, ▶ October 30th at 1pm Atlantic County Library Somers Point 801 Shore Rd. Open to adults. Learn about web browsers, beginner web searching and web safety.

The Ghosts of Cape May ▶Wednesday, ▶ October 30th at 6pm Atlantic County Library Brigantine 201 15th St. S Open to ages 7 and up. Registration requested. Cape May has attracted psychics and ghost hunters and generated volumes on the spirits who inhibit the town. This illustrated lecture discusses that activity and the methods used to detect ghostly presence.

Welcome Warriors ▶Thursdays ▶ at 6pm Stockton University Academic Spine Building, F-Wing Corridor 101 Vera King Farris Dr. Galloway An all-veterans meeting on topics such as employment, adjusting to civilian life, relationships/family and more.

For more information, call 609-652-3800 ext. 308 or jangelini@mhanj.org.

Seasonal Crafts for Kids ▶Saturday, ▶ November 2nd at 11am Atlantic County Library EHT 1 Swift Dr. Open to ages 3-12. This month’s craft is pumpkin pie.

Celebrate Japanese Culture Day ▶Saturday, ▶ November 2nd at 2:304:30pm Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave. Open to all. Registration requested. We’ll have food, music, games, movies and more in celebration of Japanese Heritage Month.

Classes in Art The Ventnor Cultural Arts Center is holding Classes in Art year-round. Workshops range in pottery, watercolor, oil & acrylics, pottery, pastels, jewelry making and mosaic.

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ardeners are a hopeful bunch. They bury treasures in the ground optimistic that their investments will weather the storms of winter and make their grand entrance in the spring. The way this year’s fall began had us wondering if Mother Nature had forgotten to flip her calendar page. But now that we have left

the heat waves behind us, it’s time to get those bulbs in the ground.

A small investment of time and money now can yield beautiful rewards of tulips, alliums, and hyacinths in the spring. Isn’t it interesting that these tender-looking bulbs must be subjected to the harsh cold of winter in order to grow and bloom? Daffodils are the very picture of spring. Their carefree yellow or white cups seem like trumpets announcing the return of better weather ahead. Most types of daffodils will spread over time as their bulbs multiply, turning into swaths of beauty. One

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of my favorite attributes of daffodils is their distastefulness to the dreaded squirrel. So you can plant them with abandon and without fear.

Hyacinths are also ignored by squirrels, who avoid their strong scent. You can find hyacinths in shades of pink, purple, and even burgundy. Of course, they also come in pure white, which provides a beautiful backdrop for more colorful flowers.

These are not to be confused with grape hyacinths, which are much smaller and sport bluish-purple clusters of flowers, and also gloriously spread over time.

Don’t forget alliums. These are fun, flowering orbs atop tall green stems. They are deer and rodent resistant due to their taste since they are actually part of the onion and garlic family.

Some of my favorite flowers in the garden are tulips. They range from simple and elegant to the exotic flamed parrot tulips. Back in the 1600’s they were all the rage during the Dutch Golden Age of Tulip Mania, when houses and businesses were sold for a single bulb. This was an early example of futures trading.

Today, you can possess the same beauty without losing your house.

But beware, squirrels have their own mania for tulip bulbs and will go to great lengths to devour yours. Plant the bulbs deeply and cover them with handfuls of gravel and cover well. One of my best defenses against squirrels has been to cut squares of chicken wire to place on top of the ground after planting the bulbs. Weigh the chicken wire down with bricks or stones and remove after a month.

When planting fall bulbs, avoid planting single bulbs in a line, which will look sparse and plain. Instead, dig a hole large enough to fit groups of five or more bulbs. The concentration of color in one spot will provide a much more dramatic impact.

You still have time to plant bulbs, and they are very easy to grow. You’ll be grateful in the spring, and if you are like me, you’ll wish you had planted even more.

If you have fall bulb planting questions or any other gardening comments or questions, please write to: Shorelocalgardener@gmail.com.

We love to hear from our readers and would also love to see your gardening photos.

Tammy Thornton is a mom of four, a substitute teacher, and a Sunday school teacher. She is passionate about gardening and cooking, and loves the beach.

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Stromboli – Volcano or Sandwich?

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ecently a friend of mine was having lunch at an Italian restaurant out of the area.

On the table were paper placemats with a picture of the map of Italy, and while waiting for his order he noticed that near the “boot” of Italy was an island called Stromboli. He asked me if the map was correct, and I assured him it was.

Yes, there is an Italian island called Stromboli, and it is home to one of the three active volcanoes in Italy, also called Stromboli. So, how did the name of this volcano come to be the name of one of the classic Italian pizza-style sandwiches on every pizza shop menu.

According to many sources, the name Stromboli comes from a Greek word meaning round, and it’s thought the Greeks gave the island that name

because the volcano looked round from a distance.

So, who invented the popular stromboli we all enjoy? Believe it or not, it was not invented in Italy. Nazzereno (Nat) Romano, founder of Romano's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria in Essington, PA, just outside of Philadelphia, claims to have invented it According to the company’s website, romanostromoli.com, in the winter of 1949 Nat started to experiment with a new sandwich, filling his secret recipe dough with a variety of Italian meats, bell peppers and cheeses that he rolled into a log and baked. He began to produce and sell the as-yetunnamed sandwiches in early 1950.

During this time, a local resident and regular customer, William Schoefield, asked Nat what he called this new sandwich. Nat admitted that he didn’t have a name for it and invited

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And so, where did a calzone, the stromboli’s cousin, come from? It appears that it originated in Naples, Italy in the 18th century and because of it’s shape it was a popular item to eat on the go.

(Interestingly calzone in Italian translates to “Pants legs.)

Yes, both are related yet different. For a stromboli, pizza dough is stretched out into a square, then traditionally topped with tomato sauce, Italian meats, sometimes vegetables, mozzarella and ricotta cheeses, rolled and then baked. A calzone is actually a turnover. The pizza dough is rolled into a circle, Italian meats, sometimes vegetables, and cheeses are added to one half, the second half is folded over and the edges are crimped and then it’s baked. In a calzone the sauce is served on the side as a dipping sauce, not put inside with the filling.

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Breakfast is a must

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unger is a natural and powerful urge, but our bodies generally know when it’s time to eat and when it’s time to sleep. For most people, hunger and appetite peaks in the evening and is lowest throughout the night and first thing in the morning. They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but as far as you’re concerned, you can take it or leave it. When you roll out of bed for work at 7 a.m., the first thing you crave is a nice, warm shower, not a plate full of bacon and eggs; you’re fine with ordering a coffee to go without even so much as a glance at the café’s pastry selection because you can always fill up at lunch. If this sounds like a familiar scenario, you've probably wondered why you’re never hungry in the morning, or maybe you genuinely haven’t noticed your eating habits are a bit unlike the rest of your co-workers and friends. It’s not weird or unheard of to not feel completely ravenous the second you wake up, but breakfast is important, so you might want to re-evaluate why you aren’t interested in food at all before noon most days.

What did you eat for dinner last night?

What about dessert? Do you generally sit

down at the same time every evening, or are you more inclined to graze in front of the TV at 11 p.m. every night? I’m not judging you, By the way. this is a safe space. But still, it's in your best interest to pay attention to the kinds of foods you eat and how late you’re eating them, especially if you aren’t hungry at all in the morning and are looking to change that.

Even though you go to bed starving , When you're sleeping through the night, there’s a lot going on in your body that you don’t even realize is happening. Sure, your mind might be caught up in some cloudy dreamland, but your physical body, especially your digestive system, are hard at work to make sure you feel your best as soon as your eyes flicker awake. Understand , as soon as you fall asleep, your stomach goes through a kind of detoxification period to break down the foods you’ve eaten that day and process them into fuel or waste.

What you eat plays a huge role in how your stomach (and therefore your appetite) is going to feel first thing in the morning, it’s also important to factor in what time you’re eating these foods. If someone eats a meal late at night, it’s likely that they're going to wake up with food still in their system. But even if your stomach is empty come morning, there might still be a lot of acid lingering around, which could make you feel a bit sick, and nothing — not even avocado toast — looks appetizing when you're that nauseous.

Waking up far from hungry could be a sign that you’re not sleeping enough because your body obviously wasn’t allotted enough time to burn through what you ate. On the other hand, if you sleep too much, your body will need to release even more glycogen, also known as stored blood sugar, to wake you up.

This happens naturally anyway, but the more you release, the higher the increase of blood sugar which can cause you to not feel hungry in the morning.

Simple dietary changes, such as avoiding starch and sugar before bed, reducing stress, getting adequate sleep, and staying hydrated can help you control your blood sugar and regulate your appetite.

No matter what, a healthy breakfast is necessary. Even if you don’t feel hungry try to get in a protein and a carbohydrate to start the day. Your body needs energy to get started and your brain needs fuel to take on the day.

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Halloween Parade, Welcome Night and Beach Sweep Coming This Week 51st Annual Surf Fishing Tournament on Saturday

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cean City rolls into late October on Thursday (Oct. 24) with its 72nd annual Halloween Parade. The event is a favorite on the fall calendar and features local children, families, bands, entertainers, businesses and organizations costumed for the occasion.

The parade starts at 7:15 p.m. Thursday and proceeds down Asbury Avenue from Sixth Street to 11th Street.

All organizations, individuals and families are encouraged to participate in the Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep on Saturday, Oct. 26. The semi-annual statewide events invite the public to help keep our beaches clean and safe and protect our coastal environment. Volunteers can check in at the Ocean City Music Pier and pick up supplies there.

The event is from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

51st ANNUAL SURF FISHING TOURNAMENT ON SATURDAY The Ocean City Fishing Club invites families and individuals to compete in its 51st annual Invitational Surf Fish-

The fishing sessions start at 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. and the tournament will span beaches from 23rd Street to 40th Street, using vehicle access points at 23rd Street and 34th Street.

For more information, call Parkinson at 215-680-6652 or email eparkinson718@gmail.com. ing Tournament on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Teams and individuals are welcome to participate and vie for trophies and bragging rights.

“Even if someone doesn’t belong to a fishing club, they can register on the morning of the tournament, and we’ll put them together with other individuals to create a fishing team, tournament chair Ed Parkinson said.

Registration for the tournament will take place from 5:30 a.m. to 7 a.m. Oct. 26 at the Ocean City Primary School (550 West Avenue), a new location this year. It costs $65 for a six-member team, while individuals can sign up for only $15.

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TRICK-OR-TREATING (Oct. 31): Hours for traditional trick-or-treating in Ocean City will be 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Halloween – Thursday, Oct. 31.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Nov. 1-2): The Ocean City Theatre Company’s Junior Company will perform two shows of the Broadway and Hollywood musical that has devoured the hearts of theater-goers for more than 30 years. The show features 25 students from area schools in grades 7 to 12. Performances start at 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier (Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk).

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling 609-399-6111 or by visiting oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

TRAIL OF TWO CITIES (Nov. 2): The annual 5-kilometer run/walk travels a point-to-point course over the Ninth Street causeway from Ocean City to Somers Point. Registration opens at 7 a.m. at the Ocean City Transportation Center (10th Street and Haven Avenue).

The race starts at 8 a.m. For more information and pre-registration, visit www.ocnj.us/race-events or call 609525-9317.

OC READS (Nov. 9): OC Reads and the Ocean City Free Public Library will welcome Delia Owens, author of “Where the Crawdads Sing.” Owens will be giving a book talk, Q&A, and book-signing at the Ocean City Music Pier. Doors will open at 1 p.m. No tickets or advanced registration required. Seating is firstcome, first-served and open to the public. For additional information, call 609 399-2434, ext. 5222 or visit www. oceancitylibrary.org.

VETERANS DAY PROGRAM (Nov. 11): Ocean City’s annual Veterans Day Program will be at 11 a.m. at the Ocean City Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Avenue. For more information, call 609-399-6111.

WOMEN OF WONDER LUNCHEON (Nov. 14): The Atlantic Cape Community College Foundation and the Cape May County Women’s Commission invite the public to the 2019 Women of Wonder Luncheon 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 at the Flanders Hotel in Ocean City.

Ocean City Free Public Library Director Karen Mahar will be honored, along with Stormy Freese and Shirley “Becki” Wilson. Tickets for this scholarship fundraiser are available by visiting www.atlantic. edu/wow or calling 609-463-3621.

BOZ SCAGGS (Nov. 16): Rescheduled from July 1, this concert featuring Grammy Award-winner and chart-topping songwriter Boz Scaggs will bring unforgettable hits to the Ocean City Music Pier. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets start at $49. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

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here may be no greater living icons in music right now than The Isley Brothers.

Last Friday they brought their tour to The Hard Rock, Atlantic City. This year Ronald Isley the lead singer and Ernie Isley ( a virtuoso) guitarist are celebrating 60 years since the release of Shout in 1959.

This was my 5th time witnessing an Isley Brothers show. The Isley Brothers never disappoint. I first saw them headline Unity Day in Philly in the 1990’s. I have to say The Isley Brothers have always out done their last show.

I first really came across The Isley Brothers in 1983 when their recording of Between The Sheets was every-

where in “Black” Atlantic City. Since then I have grooved to everything they have contributed before 1983 like rock classics Shout, Twist and Shout and their slow jams like Voyage To Atlantis. I find the songs that Ron Isley did with R. Kelly (90’s/2000’s) to be nothing short of amazing.

The true magic of The Isley Brothers is that they can still connect with more than 5 generations of ears... and I am glad that no one seems to enjoy that more than Ron Isley. The first time I saw The Isley’s perform , it started raining and people stayed in

the rain. He exclaimed…

“If you are going to stay in the rain, we’ll keep this party going. I got more than 50 albums ...we can stay here all night.”

Friday he threatened to only drop “350” songs on the crowd. I have to say with a smile, do not go see The Isley Brothers and expect an hour and a half show with them performing song snippets. They put on a show and give a concert that separates them from the greats and propels them into an iconic class all by themselves.

I was so pleased when Vannessa Jordan of The National R&B Music Society called and asked me to shoot some photos because The City of Atlantic City and The National R&B Society were going to give The Isley Brothers a special award celebrating The Isley Brothers and Shout.

I have no idea what it’s like to create a work of art that still receives

awards 60 years after being shared with the public. I am glad I was there a share in that moment.

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Linwood Gets Ghosting Mom's Vibe

By Marci Lutsky

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t is impossible to drive around Linwood in the weeks leading up to Halloween and not see cardboard ghosts on front doors. If you have been wondering what this phenomenon is all about, you are in luck to be reading. It is called ghosting and it’s a tradition that started 17 years ago. My kids look forward to each year!

Here is how it works. If your kids find themselves with a ghost on the front door, look down because chances are you will also find a basket or bag of goodies nearby. You will find an orange paper in the goodie basket with instructions on your next steps.

You will be directed to the “ghosting house” in Linwood and there you will pick up a new ghost and an instructional sheet by the front door. Then make or buy a collection of Halloween goodies so you can ghost the next

person. We usually hit up the dollar store and get a mix of Halloween candy and toys to fill a bucket. If the person you are ghosting has food allergies, fill up the bucket with fun non-food toys like pencils and stickers. Here comes the fun part. Sneak over to the house you have chosen to “ghost” and tape the ghost on the door. Leave the goodies with a new flyer, ring or knock and run!

Besides trick or treating, my kids think ghosting is the best part of Halloween. As soon as they begin seeing

ghosts up in the neighborhood, they are always on the lookout when we get home to see if we have been ghosted. They love trying to figure out who ghosted them and then deciding on who to ghost next. This year they came up with an elaborate plan that involved me in a getaway car so they could ghost their friends without being caught. Then the next day they love to go to school and try to find out if their friends know who ghosted them.

This year the ghosting organizer added a new component. If your ghost has a green heart that means that it is has been recycled from the year before and you are supposed to add another heart for each year it is re-used. We love this as it encourages people not be wasteful and take extra good care of their ghosts so that they can be recycled for the following Halloween.

If you don’t live in Linwood and think your neighborhood would enjoy this, no worries! I’ve seen plenty of other local communities with a similar ghosting tradition. Start it up in your neighborhood and watch the joy and excitement it brings to the local kids.

I have to admit that as a parent, I love

it too! Happy ghosting and I wish you all a happy and safe Halloween!

Marci Lutsky is a local mom of eight year-old twins and can be reached at veggingattheshore@ gmail.com.

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s I sit to write this, the words from “A Tale of Two Cities” are rolling around in my head. Here’s the quote…“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times”…do you think Charles Dickens ever gave a thought to the fact that his work would still be quoted and used for sports commentary 160 years late?

Since I last wrote, the Flyers and Sixers have won, tying into the best of times theme. However, the Eagles went to Dallas and didn’t just lose, they got embarrassed on national TV. For Birds fans, that’s most definitely the worst of times! Perhaps by the time you read this, the Phillies will have a new manager. In the meantime, we do know a few names that won’t be coming to Philadelphia.

Congrats to the Philadelphia Union for winning their first playoff game in franchise history. Finally, we are just a few weeks away from the high school football playoff cutoff date, and just one local team remains unbeaten.

From the entertainment world, I’m hoping “The Irishman” comes to a local movie theater so I can see

one last Martin Scorsese crime film before he stops making them. This one is supposed to be so good that Joe Pesci came out of retirement to be a part of it! Also, the final trailer has been released for “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” and it looks like it will be a major box office success. As always though, we begin with sports, and my thoughts: ●● When I last wrote, the Eagles were getting ready to embark on a tough three game road trip. Minnesota QB Kirk Cousins launched an aerial assault against the Birds as the Vikings won that one 3820. As bad as that result was for Eagles fans, the next game was worse as Dallas completely dominated against Philly last Sunday blowing them out 37-10 in Texas.

With two bad losses comes finger pointing and that’s never a good look for the Birds. ●● Doug Pederson is now just 2-5 against Dallas in his career. Outside a 27-13 win in Week 17 of 2016 and a 37-9 win in Week 11, the Eagles haven’t been able to solve the Cowboys under Dougie P. He likes to say “the sky is NOT falling”, but as a fan, you have to be concerned about the team’s inability to beat Dallas under Pederson. ●● My last thought on the Birds is that they have suffered a slew of injuries. I know in the NFL, they don’t use injuries as an excuse, and I’m not saying they should get a pass. However, I can’t remember the last time so many starters

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shuttled in and out of the lineup with regularity. DeSean Jackson’s absence has been HUGE on the offensive side of the football. The secondary is so banged up and the lack of a consistent pass rush are my two reasons the defense has been so poor. Of course, a win over the Buffalo Bills would keep massive chaos from occurring.

So, since this is a “best of”, “worst of” column, I feel it’s only fair to go to the Sixers next. Brett Brown’s team wins their season opener at home against Boston 107-93. It’s the first season-opening victory since beating Miami to start the 2013-14 season. Ben Simmons leads the way with 24 points, 9 assists, 8 rebounds and only 4 turnovers. Joel Embiid finishes with 15 points, 13 rebounds and 3 blocks. He also walks away with a cut lip after going hard for a ball.

Many folks are picking the Sixers to win the Eastern Conference, and there’s nothing we’ve seen yet to make folks change their minds.

All five Sixers players finished in double figures in the win over Boston. Newly extended Tobias Harris had 15 points and 15 rebounds.

New guard Josh Richardson finishes with 17 points, 2 blocks & a steal…and Al Horford adds 16 points against his former team.

That’s a key for me, as Horford can frustrate the “Greek Freak” in Milwaukee and by joining the Sixers, no longer will frustrated Joel Embiid.

And then there’s the Flyers… coming off a big 6-2 win at home over the Vegas Golden Knights.

It’s hard to get a read on the Fly Guys so far as they won two to start the season, then lost four straight, and now have beaten a

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good Western Conference team in Vegas. Already they’re near the bottom of a very difficult Metropolitan Division, but maybe the win against the Knights will push them on a winning streak. One concern I do have is that Carter Hart hasn’t gotten on a signature run of games yet. In fact, you could argue that backup Brian Elliott has been the better of the two goalies so far. It’s early though, and I have to remind myself that they’ve only played SEVEN games as of this writing.

One thing I can write fully about is the new seating in the Balcony Suite level at the Wells Fargo Center. What a renovation they’ve done up there as they’ve taken out all of the Balcony Suites and replaced them with common areas that have bars, bathrooms, food, etc. I’ve now been up there twice and I think it’s the best vantage point for hockey in the house. The Flyers make standing room only tickets available, which means for as low as #25, you could see a Flyers game…! I’m hoping to have someone from Comcast Specatcor, the company that runs the Wells Fargo Center on my weekly radio show soon.

As of this writing, the Phillies are down to three potential manager candidates. Joe Girardi, Buck Showalter and Dusty Baker. We’ve already learned who will not be coming to Philadelphia as Joe Maddon has taken the Angels job, and now David Ross will be joining the Cubs as their field leader.

Hopefully by the next column, we’ll know who the Phillies will have moving forward.

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7-0 now. The Mustangs are on a BYE this week, and are eagerly awaiting the contest on 11/1 with one-loss Ocean City. The Red Raiders are 5-1 overall, and that game on 11/1 will be for the WJFL Independence Division crown.

Other teams in our coverage area with five wins or more include St. Joseph (6-1), Buena (6-1), Pleasantville (5-1) Cedar Creek (5-2) and Hammonton (5-2). The football playoff seedings will be determined on 11/3, so we’ll keep track of who’s in and who’s out as far as our local schools go.

From the entertainment world, I’m not sure there’s a more anticipated film for me coming out than “The Irishman” by Martin Scorsese. It’s based on a book called “I Heard You Paint Houses” and is a crime drama movie that reunites Robert DeNiro & Joe Pesci with Scosese.

It’s the first acting role for Pesci in nine years, and reportedly he was the toughest to lock down, despite DeNiro’s repeated pleas to have him come on board. Add Al Pacino playing Jimmy Hoffa to the mix and that’s a “must see” for me. There’s supposed to be a limited release starting on Friday November 1st and then it will be available on Netflix. I sincerely hope to see it on the big screen

first, as initial reviews say it’s one of Scorsese’s best! ●● Last, but not least, the final trailer for “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” has been released. I’m not a huge Star Wars fan, but I do want to see this in IMAX starting on Thursday December 19th. Hope to see you at the movies!

Hey, don’t forget, you can listen to me on the radio each Saturday morning on 97.3 ESPN from 8-10 a.m.

It’s the “Pete Thompson Show”, and I’ve been calling it “Breakfast with the PT”, so I hope you’ll tune in and interact with me on the air.

Pete has been the local "sports guy" at the Jersey Shore since 2004. After a decade with TV 40, he joined 97.3 ESPN radio to talk Eagles, Phillies, Sixers & Flyers with Mike Gill on "The SportsBash" each day from 2-6 p.m.

Pete is proud to be a "voice" for the annual ShopRite LPGA Classic each June, and does emcee work for groups like the National Football Foundation, The Old Grad Awards, and The 200 Club of Atlantic County.

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Mainland undefeated on strength of defense

By Dave O'sullivan

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huck Smith was a very successful high school football coach at Oakcrest for several years, and when he took over the Mainland Regional program prior to the 2016 season he knew it would take a little bit of time to build the Mustangs back into championship form. Mainland was coming off a 5-5 season in 2015 and coach Smith knew he'd have to put a lot of younger players into the lineup his first two years at the helm.

He wasn't expecting to go 2-18 in his first two seasons, though.

But Smith knows what he's doing, and he knew he had to get the young players experience, especially on defense, and even if those guys took their lumps for a year or two eventually it would pay off.

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And, boy, has it.

Last year Mainland went 8-3, won the West Jersey Football League Independence Division title and earned a trip to the state playoffs, and this fall the Mustangs have gotten off to a 7-0 start — mainly due to a stingy defense that averages less than nine points per game allowed. Well, that and freshman running back Ja'Briel Mace, who is on pace to reach 1,000 yards when the Mustangs host rival Ocean City on Nov. 1 after a bye week Oct. 25. Only two teams — Cherry Hill East and Oakcrest — have scored more than eight points this year on Mainland, and the Mustangs have limited opponents to seven or fewer points Seniors Drew DeMorat (#43, in foreground), Brandon Batz in four other games.

There were games 40 players in the weight much as we could in the offseason to during the 2017 camroom — just a few days try to get better," Arena said after a paign when the Mustangs removed from a second recent 21-14 win over Oakcrest. "We would lose 35-0, 40-0, straight 1-9 year. also went from a four-man front to a and even a 58-0 loss Senior defensive back Amir Vick "We put a lot of three front and that's helped out a lot because we have some great linebackto Vineland. But Smith emphasis on defense had a plan, and knew the plan would and we try to put our best players on ers. Our run defense is amazing, and eventually work. He played a lot of that side first. I think the key to the we know we can trust our defensive freshmen and sophomores those first whole defense is they have experience, backs to help us out. We were all here two years and preached commitment they've played for three years now, and through two 1-9 seasons, so we had to the weight room. The Monday after they have dedicated themselves in the that mentality (last year) that we can't go 1-9 again."

Thanksgiving in 2017 there were nearly offseasons. When I walk in on a Saturday morning they will have already Smith said the biggest change he watched the game film, a few times, so has seen in his players is that now they when I start talking about the game it's don't go into a game hoping they can not the first time they've seen the tape. win, they expect it. And they expect to shut down the opposing offense every They go home and they study it," Smith week. said. "It's a good group of kids and we "That is the change. Once they mahave some great senior leadership.

They've been through it and they know tured last year, and now we're mostly a senior heavy team — now they expect what it was like when we were getting pounded. Now, fortunately we're on to win. We've been through the bad the other end of some of those scores, parts, this is their senior season and which is nice. they want to go out on top as best they "It's tough because of the physical can," he said. "Everything starts in the nature of it and we took some bumps weight room. We have a sign outside and bruises early on, but you just have our weight room that says 'championto show belief in the kids and keep the ships start here' and we live and die in enthusiasm, and show them what it's that weight room. The kids believe in going to be," he added. "Eventually, it and they see the fruits of their labor. when they mature, they start totally Last year, when we started turning buying in. When they see the fruits of things around, it was no accident that their labor, then they buy in." the kids who had a great season were Guys like Drew DeMorat, Brayden the kids who really dedicated themPohlman, Amir Vick, Brandon Batz, selves the previous two seasons. We Sean Bradley, Ben Arena, Sam Epstein keep building on that." and Chris Campbell have led the way, Dave O'Sullivan is the publisher of both on the field and during offseason Glory Days Magazine, the premier high school sports digital publication at the workouts. Former Villanova standout Antoine Lewis has done a great job Jersey Shore. For more Glory Days coaching up the defensive linemen, features, visit glorydaysonline.com. and defensive coordinator Doug Shiner switched to a 3-3 stack formation, Dave O'Sullivan is the publisher which allows the linebackers to make a of Glory Days Magazine, the lot of tackles and the safeties to come premier high school sports digital up in run support. publication at the Jersey Shore.

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HERO Walk An Enduring Success In Ninth Year at Ocean City Boardwalk

Supporters lead the walk at Sunday’s 9th Annual HERO Walk & 5K Run on the Ocean City Boardwalk.

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ore than 300 participants helped raised over $36,000 Sunday in the 9th annual John R. Elliott HERO Walk & 5K Run on the Ocean City Boardwalk. They also took the HERO Pledge to be and to use designated drivers. Proceeds from the event benefitted the HERO Campaign and its mission to prevent drunk driving by making the use of designated drivers be as automatic as wearing a seatbelt.

HERO initiatives include school and college education programs, the HERO Pledge online designated driver registration, the HERO Safe Ride program in partnership with area bars and taverns, and police patrol cars wrapped with the campaign’s reminder: Be a HERO. Be a Designated Driver.

“We want to thank everyone for making the HERO Walk and Run a success, and reminding us all that we can end drunk driving by being and having designated drivers,” said Bill Elliott, campaign chairman and co-founder with his wife Muriel.

The HERO Campaign is a non-profit

organization dedicated to promoting the use of safe and sober designated drivers to prevent drunk driving tragedies in memory of all victims of DUI, including Navy Ensign John R. Elliott, of Egg Harbor Township, who was killed in a collision with a drunk driver in July 2000.

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Notable fundraisers and teams were thanked for their support of the event: ●● Top Overall Fundraising Team: Team Matt Uhl – Team Captains Al Uhl and Ashleigh Boyce ●● Top Overall New Team: Mike Sot – Team Captain Patrick Moore ●● Top Overall Individual Fundraiser: Al Uhl – Team Matt Uhl ●● Top Overall Individual Fundraiser New Team: Patrick Moore – Team Mike Sot ●● Top Community Fundraising Team: Team Shelby G. – The Gribbin Family ●● Outstanding Individual Fundraiser: Jana Fabio – Team Mike Sot ●● Outstanding Memory Teams: Ry Dog – Kim Schleyer; Moretti Eagles – Kathy Moretti; Team Kevin – Bill Ade Additionally, the HERO Campaign thanks its event grand marshals: 5K Run – Al Uhl of Team Matt Uhl, and Patrick and Leanne Healey of Viking Yachts Walk – Patrick and Valerie Aiken of ANA Towing The winning participants in the run were: Male: Nicholas Ferzetti, age 16 – Time 0:17:47 - 05:44 min/mile Female: Sofia Petrov, age 12 – Time 0:20:59 06:46 min/mile Many participants walked in honor of loved ones.

Participants kicking the walk off on the Ocean City Boardwalk.

Ocean City PBA Local 61 Donates $1,000 to HERO Campaign HERO Campaign Representative Pam Tyson and Ocean City Police Sgt. Jamie Fearnhead.

OCEAN CITY, N.J. (October 23, 2019) – At the 9th annual John R. Elliott HERO Campaign Walk & 5K Run Sunday, October 20th, members of the Ocean City Police Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 61 delivered a $1,000 donation to the HERO Campaign to help support its efforts at promoting designated driving.

“We are extremely appreciative of the Ocean City PBA’s generous contribution and their continuing partnership with the HERO Campaign to prevent drunk driving by helping us promote designated driving,” Bill Elliott, HERO Campaign Co-Founder, said.

“We are proud to support the HERO Campaign and its life-saving message,” Ocean City Police Sgt. Jamie Fearnhead said. “It’s important to keep America’s Greatest Family Resort a safe community for everyone, and the HERO Campaign does their part every day.”

The HERO Campaign is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the use of safe and sober designated drivers to prevent drunk driving tragedies in memory of all victims of DUI, including Navy Ensign John R. Elliott, of Egg Harbor Township, who was killed in a collision with a drunk driver in July 2000.

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OCTOBER 24, 2019

Can Jason Dunn, Former Philadelphia Eagle, Spell Onomatopoeia?

Among Performers at Diabetes Foundation Fundraiser

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ason Dunn, former Philadelphia Eagle and Kansas City Chief tight-end, joins the stellar lineup of “spellers” who will face off in front of benefit attendees at the 2nd annual Diabetes Training Camp (DTC) Foundation fundraiser, Come Experience the Magic, on November 14, 2019 at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Tickets are available now at www.diabetestrainingcamp. com.

This year, the Come Experience the Magic event includes recruited local leaders and type 1 athletes joining Dunn on stage for a fun and funny comedy variety show hosted by WE BEE SPELLING and featuring a fabulous live band, where each speller will poke fun at each other and at themselves as they compete for the Hive Trophy. The act will BEE sure to have all benefit attendees laughing hysterically! Each contestant is currently taking sponsorship to get a “leg-up” in the night of competition and will continue to raise money for DTC Foundation while they are on stage.

“I’m very excited to be joining this great group of people to have a fantastically fun night while raising money for DTC Foundation, a great cause helping people living with diabetes overcome challenges and thrive,” said Dunn. “Many of my family members live with diabetes and even more of my friends. DTC Foundation is changing lives by teaching the diabetes community that they ARE ALL ATHLETES and with proper management, can live long and healthy lives. It’s very easy for me to get behind this cause!”

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Joining Jason Dunn on stage for a spelling bee show-down, and to laugh at themselves and with the audience is: ●● Patric Ciervo, Type 1 Diabetic and Stand-Up Comedian and 7-time DTC camper ●● Dr. Matthew Corcoran, SHORE Physician’s Group Endocronolgist ●● Scott Cronick, Radio Personality and Entrepreneur ●● Jennifer Farestad, Advanced Practice Nurse and member of DTC Medical Team ●● Lyndsay Gregerson, Type 1 Diabetic, 3-time Ironman and DTC Nutrition lead ●● Kevin Kelly, Nashville Singer ●● Dan Koch, Owner Seashore Wealth Management ●● Gary Melton, New Jersey Education Association ●● Tom Reynolds, Co- Founder of CRA Financial ●● Paul Rodio, Varsity Boys Basketball Coach at St. Augustine Prep ●● Dan Stecher, Broker at Marketplace Realty ●● Mary Lou Ferry Wimmer, Owner & Managing Broker of Farley & Ferry Realty Inc. Diabetes Training Camp Foundation’s mission is to empower the community of people living with diabetes to THRIVE through education, fitness and multi-sport programs and coaching. Diabetes Training Camp Foundation believes there is an athlete within everyone, and little changes can make big differences. Signature programs include week long camps for adults living with type 1 diabetes, boot camps for adults and teens living with type 1 diabetes and boot camps for adults living with type 2 diabetes.

“Exercise is key in managing diabetes , but can also be a very challenging undertaking.

When living with diabetes, the body does not regulate fuel metabolism or glucose levels like those of us without diabetes. As a result, blood sugar levels can go dangerously high or low when exercising,” said DTC Foundation president, Dr. Matthew Corcoran. At a DTC Foundation

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SHAMEFUL! Former Governor Christie Whitman has Compared President Donald Trump to Adolph Hitler

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ormer New Jersey Governor Christie Whitman has publicly disgraced herself.

Whitman resigned as Governor in January, 2001 to become the Environmental Agency Administrator under President George W. Bush.

In one of the most disproportionate to reality public comments ever made, Whitman has directly compared President Donald Trump to the monster, Adolph Hitler. Whitman publicly tweeted:

"Hitler has nothing on Trump."

After immediate and appropriate public outcry, Whitman quickly deleted the tweet. However, Whitman told MNBC-TV in New York that she stands behind her tweet. If she stands behind her tweet, why did she take it down?

Why not own it?

Whitman further told WNBC that "the comparison was inflammatory," but that she was going for shock value in order to gain public attention about President Trump.

This is classic, text book Trump Derangement Syndrome. And, Whitman has it, real bad!

President Trump has had many awful things said and written about him over the past three years. Whitman may just have lowered the bar to the worst public comment every made by a person who had previously served

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This is a hard-earned status for Whitman, considering that many other Never-Trumpers have called for the President's assassination and other awful things.

First, we'll look at Adolph Hitler. Hitler was the dictator of Nazi Germany and was the architect of the Holocaust in which millions of Jews, Soviets, Poles and Romani (and others) were systematically abused, mistreated and murdered.

Hitler directly ordered, organized and condoned an unknown number of war crimes. Hitler deliberately destroyed so much evidence, that we'll never know the true number of victims who died at his evil hands.

There is no doubt that the number of the tortured and murdered under Hitler totaled at least 13 million and most likely many more. Scholars, Jewish groups and various government agencies have combed through a variety of different records since the 1940's to try calculate the number of deaths. They have used census reports, captured Germans, Axis archives and numerous postwar investigations to assemble the statistics. Human losses continue to change as more data becomes available.

When you reacquaint yourself to what Hitler was directly responsible for; any comparison to President Trump is disproportionate to reality and directly reflects on Whitman's lack of decency, understanding and moral character.

Whitman also succeeded in her blind hate Trump rage to minimize the Holocaust. This is also disgraceful and should earn her great scorn at the hands of the public.

I long ago became adverse to Whitman. I couldn't have supported her any more than I did in her narrow victory over former Governor Jim Florio. I have long regretted my huge mistake.

My dear friend, the late, great Bob Grant came to the same conclusion about Whitman. The truth is that Whitman was a terrible Governor of New Jersey. She

abandoned almost everything that she had promised as a candidate.

Whitman's failures as Governor are too numerous to assemble here. One of the worst things that she did was her raiding of the New Jersey state pension fund.

Prior to Whitman's disgraceful actions, the actuaries and all objective observers have confirmed that the New Jersey state pension fund was well-funded, highly rated, secure and extremely well managed.

Whitman defied the advice of all professionals, economists, actuaries and other experts and basically stole the employee's pension funds. If you did in the private sector, what Whitman did in the public sector, you would have faced significant criminal scrutiny.

Instead of showing political courage and actually address New Jersey's significant budget problems, Whitman took what she called "surplus" monies from the state pension fund and placed it in the General Fund.

Later, Whitman borrowed $ 2.75 billion to deposit into the pension funds. Borrowing billions to replace actual money that was there is no profile in courage. The stock market was doing well at the time and the infusion of borrowed cash created a bogus "surplus" for a short while. Then, the stock market took a downturn.

Whitman also stuck Governor Jim McGreevey with $ 8.6 billion in school debt. It takes such chutzpah for Whitman to brag about leaving us with a $ 1.2 billion surplus, when in fact, she actually borrowed more than $ 11 billion.

Since our creepy politicians rigged the system that debt is not included in the governmental standard accounting practices; technically Whitman can say that she left office in 2001 with a $ 1.2 billion surplus.

Whitman is the the chief reason why we have the current pension crisis in New Jersey. Whitman left office saying that she had a $ 1.2 billion surplus. However, now you know that this is a big lie.

The Whitman years as Governor include January, 1994 through

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January, 2001. She left during the middle of her second term.

The national economy was doing very well during these years.

Most states had large surpluses.

By comparison, New Jersey did poorly during these boom years.

When you evaluate Whitman's claims about leaving New Jersey with a surplus, etc. You must balance the scales by factoring in that Whitman took money from the state pension fund (any fool can do that), skipped payments to pension funds and borrowed us in to oblivion.

If this somehow constitutes excellent business acumen, we're in bigger trouble then we already knew. Skipping payments, borrowing billions and deferring payments to other administrations is why we find ourselves where we are now in New Jersey.

Have you noticed that relatively speaking, Whitman is receiving almost no grief for her outrageous comments (Hitler comparison) about President Trump? This is because 90 percent of the media desperately wants to defeat President Trump in 2020 and remove him from office before this if they can.

In fact, on November 14, 2019, Whitman (along with Governor

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Florio) will receive the "Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award" for their contributions to New Jersey public life.

My congratulations to Governor Florio, he deserves it. Stockton University should withdrawal Whitman's award. But, they won't. If the politically reverse had happened; the award would be rescinded. In Whitman's case, because she wrongfully savaged President Trump, she'll be rewarded for it.

Imagine if a prominent former Governor and Presidential cabinet official had said or written these same words about Barack Obama?

Remember, Trump Derangement Syndrome is real. Also, all comparisons to Hitler always ends badly for the person waging the outrageous comparison. Whitman should have known this.

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Michelle is a stand-up comedian, actor, and freelance writer in Atlantic City. Last year her performance art piece was an official selection for the city-wide art festival 48 Blocks Atlantic City. In 2018, she accepted a four-year appointed seat on the Atlantic City Arts Commission. Her work as a comedian has been seen locally and in various venues around the country. As a writer, she has written everything from movie reviews to trade articles to poker columns.

Currently Michelle covers local events in AC, Philadelphia and New York for the entertainment platform The City Pulse.

As one of twelve fellows from across the country, Michelle Tomko was tasked with composing a series that featured the lives of citizens in Atlantic City.

Having such a diverse community at her fingertips, she soon realized there was an abundance of interesting stories that needed to be told. Yo Eleven specifically honors the many unsung heroes living within the community. Tomko will interpret each of her in-depth interviews with them, live on stage in this meaningful on-woman show. Although this show will deliver a powerful message, don’t be surprised if Tomko injects a little comedy into the mix. Afterall she has received the Atlantic City Weekly Nightlife Award for “Best Comedian” the past four years in a row.

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Tomko is thrilled to partner with Stockton University to produce this FREE program at Dante Hall Theater, which also includes a reception and talk back on opening night.

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side Zion National Park. My wife was backing us out of our campsite when I heard a thud. I discovered that she had backed our new minivan into what was referred to as “the camouflaged boulder” resulting in some paint being scraped off the vehicle. One might say I overreacted, but the following altercation resulted in the well-known marital “code of silence.” Somehow, we managed to cover about 550 miles and 9 hours of driving through some of the most diverse and breathtaking scenery we have ever seen with nary a word spoken between us. It is a skill we have cultivated over almost forty

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Our heavily laden van struggled up the steep inclines until we reached the parking lot at the top of the mountain. Our timing couldn’t have been better as the sides of the rock hills were illuminated in colors of orange,

yellow and brown. I photographed as much of the scene as I could and we took the required “selfies” but we were becoming increasingly short of breath. A sign indicated we were at 10,340 in elevation. The website stated that the ranger station there had little oxygen bottles for those who wanted it, but the station was closed for the evening. As we walked along the trail it soon became apparent that due to our lightheadedness, we would not stay until it got dark. With no cell nor internet reception we thought it prudent to head back down the hill where we were able to breathe. Again, we rode in silence but this time it was simply to conserve oxygen. Returning to sea level was increasingly becoming more attractive.

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Somers Point Restaurant Week is also teaming up with The South Jersey Jazz Society to pair culinary delights with the Art of Jazz for an extraordinary dining experience. You can even follow your favorite jazz musicians each night while dining your way through Somers Point.

The Somers Point Restaurant Week Association is also excited to support the Salvation Army of Atlantic City in efforts to expand Thanksgiving dinner services and provide daily meals to those in need.

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By Paul Evans Pedersen, Jr.

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e moved into the new house in 1962, when I was seven.

As my mother, sister and I pulled into the driveway that first day, the next door neighbor, MaryLou, came bouncing down her back steps, waving her hands, smiling, and yelling, “Hiya! Hiya, youse!

I’m your new neighbor, MaryLou…” I heard my mother whisper ‘dear God’ or something as she rolled down her window and returned the greeting with MaryLou. They exchanged pleasantries for a moment, with MaryLou doing most of the talking about the neighbors and all the other kids that lived on the block. And then she said, “And you do know the last owner, Mr. Schaller, died in this house, right? Yep, right in this very garage. I called him Howie for short.” My mother, sister and I all

got the same case ‘wide-eyes’ “Ohhh…”, said MaryLou. “Youse didn’t know! Well, whoops, I guess”, she giggled. My mother looked at my sister and I again, with a dismissing, “she’s only kidding” look. But I believed MaryLou, as she continued.

“Yep. It happened in 1955”, she said, with her eyes slowly catching the same case of ‘wide-eyes’ we had as she talked. “His wife, Bertha…I used to call her Bertie, for short… found him when she got home from Morgan’s, the little corner store around the corner there”, she said.

“Well, I’ll have to hear more about this later, but right now, we have so much to do”, my mother explained.

She wanted to finally get us out of the car and into the house.

“OK, then, let’s all have lunch in a couple days”, MaryLou said, slightly annoyed at my mother’s abruptness.

“Yes, let’s do that”, smiled mom.

“Oh, one other thing”, MaryLou cautioned as she headed for her back steps. “Be really careful about letting those kids play in the woods behind the houses here”. She pointed to the woods that lined the back of all the properties on our street.

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swamps, and a really high Tarzan swing that goes out over the lake back there, and a path called ‘dead man‘s hill‘. It’s a forty foot drop into those woods. Be careful”, she smiled wryly, looking straight at me.

I was so excited, I couldn’t stand it.

Woods, lakes, springs, a dead man’s hill, and a Tarzan swing to boot. I though we moved to heaven. My mother looked at me with daggers, and simply said, “NO! Wait until your father gets home tonight”.

I stomped my foot on the ground, moaning, “awww, c’mon” as I walked across the backyard and towards the new house. I looked at the back of the house, and noticed a man staring at me through the window that was between the top two and bottom two windows. He looked sad, and had curly, black hair.

“Are the movers still working, mom?” I asked as we walked into the kitchen through the back door. She said there were gone.

“Then who was the man looking out the window at me?”, I asked.

My mother looked questioningly at me for a moment, then started calling, “Hello? Hello?” through the house. We stood in the living room, and mom was calling up the steps, but no one answered. I noticed a small, old picture of an elderly man and woman near some boxes and papers on the floor by where we were standing. The man was the same man I’d seen staring at me in the window out back. I tried to tell her, but my mother interrupted, asking, “What window did you see him in?”, she asked. I told her the middle window in between the first and second floor.

“That’s very strange”, she pondered for a few moments. “That window would have to be at that landing, where the steps turn to the right”, she said.

She grabbed me and my sister’s hands, leading us back outside to the back yard. We stood and looked at the back of the house. There was a window on the outside. But none inside, where one should have been.

“Mom, but mom”, I said, again trying to tell her about the picture.

Again, I was interrupted.

“What are youse looking for?” called MaryLou from her back steps.

Startled, we all jumped, then just looked at her, unable to say anything.

Suddenly, she burst into a fit of hysterical laughter, doubling over, and smacking her hands on her thighs.

“I know! I know!”, MaryLou blathered through her laughter. “Bertie had that window covered on the inside.

She didn’t want to see the garage and remember Howie every time she walked up the steps. Ain’t it the keenist? Youse got a secret window!”

My mother stared down at me and said nothing for a very long time.

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EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP Fall Community Pride Day It's your chance to make a difference!

Volunteer to clean up a park, road or public area.

Adults, children and organizations are invited to show their community pride.

October 26, 2019 • Time: 8:30 am Egg Harbor Township Community Center (5045 English Creek Avenue) Trash Bags, Gloves, T-Shirts, and Lunch will be provided to participants Call 926-3838 to RSVP COMMUNITY PRIDE DAY is sponsored by Egg Harbor Township's Clean Communities Program

EHT Residents SHRED-IT EVENT November 2, 2019

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Recycle your old documents and confidential files safely and securely Acceptable items include old files, receipts, bills, financial statements, or any document you have not recycled due to a confidentiality concern

Books, magazines, and newspapers should be recycled through the regular curb-side recycling

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801 Tilton Road, Northfield Tickets only $20 Go to www.eventbrite.com and Search town and date Ladies, if you are already own or run a business, pat yourself on the back. You made it! If you have a great idea to initiate one, there is no better time than now. This is because women-owned businesses are soaring. According to the 2019 State Of Women-Owned Businesses Report, the number of women-owned businesses climbed 21% between 2014 and 2019.

Diane Spiers Makes the Ocean Inviting Vice President Advertising & Marketing at Ocean Casino Resort Photos by Donald B Kravitz

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iane Spiers has been a very recognizable leader in the field of Advertising and Marketing in the Atlantic City Casino industry. She recently made a move from a property where she had been employed for a number of years to a new challenge.

Spiers is very positive regarding her acceptance of her new opportunity. “In March, I accepted a new role at Ocean Casino Resort. I knew the property was struggling financially and even rumored to close. My former employer lost its gaming license in 2007, filed for bankruptcy and was sold. That company eventually climbed from 7th to 2nd in the marketplace. By playing an active role in that turnaround, I knew that I, along with the team, could make a positive difference at Ocean and in the community as a whole. Ocean was recently Voted Best Casino and had the best summer in the property’s history."

Diane Spiers does not hesitate to voice her feelings and beliefs about the business world in general,

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I do not feel as though gender defines someone, especially when it comes to business. A person is defined by many attributes, but passion, determination, drive, entrepreneurship and competitiveness are the characteristics I believe make the most difference when it comes to succeeding in business,“ which are the attributes she demonstrates in all of her relationships both business and personal.

Continuing to express her thoughts of those ideals that have contributed to her success and why she ardently is a big believer of women supporting woman, Spiers recounted, “I was fortunate enough to be raised by a strong, supportive mother and this is one of the many reasons I choose to surround myself with great women. My mother was a fond believer in the old adage "things happen for a reason". At times, it may be difficult to fully understand or accept this notion, but eventually it becomes clear when all is said and done. I consider myself blessed to have a great network of women who support and love each another. This includes my sister, sister-in-law, nieces, friends and colleagues”.

Besides her daily presence in her

very busy work environment, Diane Spiers still finds the time to be a very visible contributor to the area in many ways. “ Using my talents for the greater good has always been of the utmost importance to me. Paying it forward is something we should all do, no matter how big or small the act. I currently serve as a board member for the Northfield Dyslexia Center and the Mark Spiers Scholarship Foundation.

The Mark Spiers Scholarship Foundation was established in 2015 to honor the memory of my late brother, Mark Spiers, who died of GBM brain cancer at the age of 57. Mark was a dedicated husband and father who worked hard and believed in giving his two sons a quality education. Our family continues to support Mark's passion by providing tuition assistance to students who are hardworking, caring, respectful and team players."

As a professional in a very energetic casino business that demands a considerable amount of time and attention,

it can take a toll of family. “ I have two sons who are now young men. Both are dynamic in their own right and they continue to teach me each and every day. My biggest accomplishment in life will never be status, but rather the type of men I raised.

I find it essential to practice gratitude every single day in both my work life and my personal life. Anyone who knows me knows that I pray while driving into work,” said a very proud and smiling Spiers.

Balancing family and business responsibilities can be daunting. However, Diane Spiers has a motto she incorporates into her life, “ Never accept the status quo. I have never let the height of my heels determine the magnitude of my goals”.

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

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Meet Lilly Mytyk of Salon Amici

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illy Mytyk is the owner of Salon Amici. Lilly and her talented staff bring their experience and expertise together to create a welcoming, relaxing and fun environment for all.

Lilly has over 30 years of experience in the salon business. Her experienced group of stylists offer precision haircutting for men and women, children's haircuts, highlightings, baylayage, ombre, brazillian blowouts, perms and waxing.

Salon Amici has won "Best of the Press" the last three years. Lilly credits her talented staff for Salon Amici's success. "I am blessed with a trusted and loyal team that does beautiful work, always making our clients feel good," shares Lilly.

Salon Amici cares. Treating people with kindness, compassion and respect is our top priority. "It's nice seeing our new and loyal clients come in and out of the salon feeling happy!

We care for everyone that comes through our door," explains Lilly.

In Lilly's spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Doug, family, friends and especially her two grandsons, Nolan and Huxley.

"Life is good. God is good," is Lilly's motto. She explains "Life is full of all kinds of challenges; each one helps me grow."

For more information about Salon Amici, stop by at 319 Jimmie Leeds Rd, Galloway or call (609)4047770.

Meet Gail Rosenthal, owner of Joelle's in Linwood

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rowing up, Gail enjoyed working at Faber's Gifts in old Atlantic City location. She knew she loved working with people and when the opportunity came up to buy Faber’s of Central Square, she jumped at the chance.

“With 30 years of experience in graphic design, I am able to utilize my talents to help customers with personalized stationary and invitations for weddings, bar/bat Mitzvah, showers, and special occasions,” Rosenthal said of her shop Joelle’s Card & Gift Boutique in Linwood.

Rosenthal’s typical day consists of a lot of work.

It is a lot more work than most people would expect. I usually start my day by making phone calls regarding orders,” she explained.

Another part of her day consists of checking new arrivals and/or cards, pricing and putting them out on display. With that comes reorganizing displays to make everything look pleasing to the eye, and getting everything to fit.

“On occasion I meet with various sales reps looking for new products to keep my inventory fresh,” she said.

“Getting to know and meet so many new people, including all of the other storeowners, has been an incredible

experience,” she remarked.

Her goal for the store is to continue finding items that are unique and different from those found in other gift shops.

“Cards are a large part of my business, so I keep a very eclectic variety of cards by purchasing from approximately 10-15 different companies. Another large part of Joelle's is the toys we sell from Melissa and Doug. We carry the largest selection in the area and have the ability to get anything within a couple of days, or have items drop shipped to where ever the customer needs it to go,” Rosenthal said. “We also take a lot of pride is providing free beautiful gift-wrapping.”

Her advice to those thinking about opening a business is this: The most exciting part of her journey as a business owner is easy, she said.

“Do your homework; make sure the product you are selling is a needed product for that area,” Rosenthal said. “Make sure you love what you are doing and have a lot of patience. Be prepared to make it your life. I personally love being in the store and the amazing customers I have, but it is not for everyone.”

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Meet Kara Cermanski

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ara Cermanski, Director of Partnerships at Jim Whelan Historic Boardwalk Hall and Atlantic City Convention Center is celebrating her tenth year as a member of the Boardwalk Hall staff.

Her roots go back to Conshohocken , PA where she lived before making an emotional move to the Ocean City area.

Why she came to the area is a story in itself. “My family always vacationed in Ocean City, NJ and I always worked in restaurants in Somers Point, NJ and when I was a junior at Penn State, my mom was diagnosed with terminal cancer. When my mom passed away, felt I just had to get back to the beach,” said Cermanski.

When moving to Ocean City according to Cara, “I met my mentor Bubba Mac, who told me he would give me a job if I promised to finish college. I took him up on his offer and worked for him during the summers.

I drove back and forth to Penn State and received my degree in Business

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Management and Marketing in 2002.

After graduation I came back to this area to find a full time position”.

Cermanski found full time employment working for Bubba Mac. “I managed his restaurants and did all the marketing for him..” After a couple of years Cermanski left Bubba Mac when he told her she needed to move forward and ”Spread her wings.” According to Cermanski, “I left Bubba and went to United Way for 2 years as Director of Marketing.”

Kara Cermanski used her education and experience when she moved to her new position. A smiling Kara Cermanski quickly added, “The marketing job in Boardwalk Hall opened for me in 2010 and I have been here ever since, so I am celebrating my ten year anniversary and I am very happy. I started as the Senior Marketing Manager and it was during that time that things in life happen and I adopted my nephew, who is now my son which made me realize I had to change my job because I was working lots of hours with a crazy schedule”.

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Center opportunity became available and I took over the responsibilities for that position 4 years ago. I am very fortunate, I love what I do and I love the team that I work with”.

Cermanski sells the sponsorship and advertising for Boardwalk Hall and the Convention Center. She works closely with the clients that partnership with Boardwalk Hall for both branding and marketing.

She is currently working in partnership with the Atlantic City Marathon. “I have been given more and more opportunity corporately and I am now selling for the Golf Channel, World Long Drive which will be coming to Atlantic City this summer. We tailor everything to the clients needs whether it be brand awareness, signage, digital marketing or setting up a booth for them, so traffic can be directed their way. “ If working full time and raising a young son were not enough to fill Cermanski's schedule, she is often a

Guest Speaker at Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) meetings,.

Because of her first hand experience, she offers guidance and direction on how to work through the system and end up with a positive outcome.

Kara Cermanski appears to have found comfort in both her professional and very rewarding private life. She resides in Margate with her son who is in 5th grade enjoys all the amenities this area has to offer for her and her son.

For further information regarding sponsorship and partnerships with Boardwalk Hall and the Atlantic City Convention Center call Kara Cermanski --- 609-348-7021 or --- kara.cermanski@spectraxp.com Donald B. Kravitz is an Entertainment & Special Events photographer for national publications including Getty Images & Miss America

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Meet Mary Lou, owner and broker of Farley & Ferry

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company headquarters on 5215 Atlantic Avenue. Mary Lou created an environment that centers on delivering an extraordinary experience for clients. By concentrating on an exceptional and precise procedures, innovative marketing and a contemporary office, Mary Lou created a vibrant and family-oriented culture at Farley & Ferry.

Mary Lou is a role model to all who know her. She is “hockey� mother, a grandmother, a wife, a boss, a friend, an athlete and many more. Her work ethic, view of life, generiousty and energy is an example to follow for everyone. She is always thinking about others and it’s important for her to give back to the community and to causes which are important for her.

She lives by this: Every day should start with positive energy as it is contagious! And it’s always more important to focus on others than yourself, at least one random act of kindness per a day is a must!

Embrace your goals and always remain resilient!�

ary Lou Ferry Wimmer is the owner and managing broker of Farley & Ferry Realty Inc..A Ventnor native, Mary Lou grew up on Portland Ave enjoying the Downbeach lifestyle. She attended Holy Spirit High School and St Joseph’s University. She started her career in the casino industry and shortly after transitioned over to the real estate profession. Her father, Frank J. Ferry, Esq. worked as a real estate attorney with Jean Farley, the founder and very first woman president of the Atlantic City & County Board of Realtors.

Jean inspired Mary Lou to excel in the real estate business and become an entrepreneur in every part of her life. After Jean passed away, she had the opportunity to take over the brokerage. Mary Lou has previously owned 3 branch offices in Ventnor, Margate and Egg Harbor Township, along with the Title Company of Atlantic County.

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ave you ever gotten to a point in life where you knew something had to change or reset - something had to give or you’d reach a

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point of no return? Raise your hand... anyone? Of course you have. We all have. This is a dangerous thing known as “burn out." The World Health Organization classified Burn Out as “a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It is characterized by three dimensions: feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; increased mental distance from one’s job, or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one's job; and reduced professional efficacy.”

Why do we, as humans, allow ourselves to get to that point? How does this happen? Well, not to point all fingers back to ourselves because I know there are things that are beyond our control but, I am a problem solver by nature, and when I find out that there’s a problem approaching (burn-out), I look for how that problem can be solved and here is what I come back to everytime. We need to spend more time doing what we need to do, so that we can do what we need to do.

Here’s what I mean by that…

Let’s say you know you have a busy day ahead, and you know that from the moment you walk in you’ll be bombarded, distracted, and not able to focus on the most important tasks you have to handle - how do we stay on track? What would happen if instead of going right into your chair, you invested 30 minutes before work organizing the day so that when you walked in you knew exactly what your main focus was, and you could spend

the day systematically tackling that focus. Wouldn’t that 30 minutes be worth it, to have a productive and focused 8 hours?

Or, let’s say you’re carrying the weight of a situation at home, and you’re coming into work in 15 minutes. If you invested that 15 minutes doing something to shift your mind from its current state, to somewhere more positive - whether that looks like prayer, meditation, journaling, singing a song that lifts you up - for me, it’s walking down to the beach and watching the waves crash for a few minutes... wouldn’t that 15 minutes be worth it, to have a productive and focused 8 hours and to avoid burnout?

Sometimes what you need to do is smaller - like needing to take a lunch break so that your focus isn’t on your growling stomach, but can be brought back to the work in front of you. Or sometimes you need something more drastic like a vacation where you reset yourself and spend intentional time relaxing and recharging to come back ready for action.

Humans (myself included) have a bad habit of ignoring their needs and their internal “check engine light” because we think we can handle more than we’re designed to. Your body and your mind have needs, and when those basic needs aren’t

met, you will shut down.

Take the time to look into yourself, diagnose why your check engine light is on, get to the root of it and don’t be afraid to do this daily. The good thing about this bad habit we have, is that habits can be changed by simply replacing them with new and better habits. You have the power and tools to change your life and avoid burnout. Don’t let yourself get to that point. Do what you need to do, so you can do what you need to do.

Until next time, Shore Locals, I am sending you peace, love, and good vibes!

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An open discussion about Nancy Adler's journey to become a leading nutritionist

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hen did you develop an interest in nutrition? How did you decide the timing was right to pursue this?

Twenty two years ago, I was working in the salon industry. I owned my own salon for four years and I decided I really wanted to understand the fitness industry and learn to be precise in my own nutrition for a healthier way of life.

With the never ending support of my husband, I took the leap to go on to study every facet of nutrition. I hold 3 of the highest accredited certifications in Fitness and Nutrition which are kept current every 2 years. I started in the gym in the garage in our home taking a few clients in to consult with them and help them to address their weight loss goals. It caught on quickly and with much success to my clients. I needed to make the decision to make this my life or stay in the only business I knew, owning salons.

After giving much thought, I went on to receive comprehensive training and accreditation in Diabetes training, sports certifications for optimal sport performance for adults and children, child nutrition, elder nutrition, weight loss and weight management certification, nutrition coach certification, holistic nutrition, childhood acne, obesity certification and lifestyle consultant.

Almost 23 years later I know I made the right decision as I’ve helped change and even helped to save so many lives What were the greatest challenges/obstacles you faced?

Challenges are always a part of every business especially when just starting out. Conquering those challenges are what make you successful.

At the time, I went into the field of Nutrition, people were just starting to move forward full force on taking responsibility for their health in a much more structured and smart way. They wanted to learn and not diet any longer. Understanding what foods did to push them to a final place of staying healthy and fit, losing medications, and exercising with acceptance became a staple in the American home

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. This was finally the breakthrough the “dieters” needed to end the road to constant deprivation.

How did you grow your business?

My business grew and continues to grow through many venues. Word of mouth is at the top of that list. The best way is for someone to believe in something is when they witness someone who has much success in my program. The proof is in the pudding!

Another way to get the word of health out there circling back to me was through local radio and print sharing the word of wellness.

These things are vital if you are looking to grow your business. Getting out there and speaking to large groups, involving yourself with the local fundraising events and taking the time to give back to those in need.

What would you recommend to someone just starting out in te industry?

Nutrition has come to a place where so many want to make this their livelihood. The first thing I say to a person I am mentoring is to shoot for the stars. Get your dream! Believe in you when no one else will. Read,

study, if applicable, keep certifications current and keep up on current fads and diets so you learn what is out there and how you can help someone change their life through proper nutrition.

If you could tell your younger self one thing, what would it be?

If I could go back to where I start-

ed as a nutrition counselor in my practice, I would try to understand you can only help someone who wants the help. You can only share your knowledge with someone who embraces this new way of life. If you give it your all, the great gift of health gives back to you in the most amazing way.

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hen did you develop an interest in travel and travel and entrepreneurship? How did you decide the timing was right to pursue this?

Before opening Berman Travel, I was always in a management position so the next step was to be a business owner.

I truly love helping people and I have a degree in psychology so this was just the next move for me to help people plan amazing & memorable vacations.

What were the greatest challenges/ obstacles you faced?

I'm 100% owner of Berman Travel, LLC, although my husband, Marc Berman does all of the marketing for Berman Travel. We share household duties and Marc loves to cook so I'm lucky in that department. Since I opened the business in 2002, Marc has always done 100% of the cooking. One of the biggest challenges has been the OTA’s (online travel agencies) which started to emerge, about 6 years after we opened so we had to rethink our business model and we adapted and today we continue to grow.

How did you grow your business?

We began as an online company marketing through Google in 2002. In addition, through our extensive travels, we videotape, destinations, cruise ships and resorts. With over two million views, the videos appear on Berman Travel’s two video channels boasting the most travel videos produced by any independent travel agency in the country.

We grew such a large database that now the majority of our clients are loyal, return customers. Of course we still welcome and love new clients as well. I also realized I couldn't work 24 hours a day so I started bringing in IC's (independent contractors) from across the country who I trained to offer the exceptional service Berman Travel is known for.

What would you recommend to someone just starting out?

Pick a business that you are passionate about and research it thoroughly then find people in the industry and ask them a lot of questions and check your competition as well and then… go for it!

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I have a saying hanging in my office from Jeffrey Gitomer, "Make a sale and you'll make a commission but make a friend and you'll make a fortune".

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Muchanic believes in community involvement. “I think there was one year I attended over 100 different events just to talk about Absecon lighthouse. I will go and speak to any group to help our community learn our local history, and I think just being out there in the public helps,” she said.

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